Sony Vpl Ex50 Projector User Manual

41The INFORMATION Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Input signals and adjustable/setting items
Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal as indicated 
in the following tables. The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu.
Adjust Picture... menu
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
*1: Except for preset memory No. 7, 8*2: Cannot be set in the Presentation mode
INPUT SETTING menu
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not...

42Replacing the Lamp
BMaintenance
Replacing the Lamp
The lamp used as a light source is 
consumable product. Thus replace the lamp 
with a new one in the following cases.
 When the lamp has burnt out or dims
  “Please replace the Lamp.” appears on the 
screen
 The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up 
(repeats flashing three times)
The lamp life varies depending on 
conditions of use.  
Use an LMP-E190 Projector Lamp as the 
replacement lamp.
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-E190 
may cause damage to the...

43Replacing the Lamp
Maintenance
5Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place (a). Tighten the 
two screws (b).  Fold down the 
handle to replace it (c).
 
 Be careful not to touch the glass surface 
of the lamp.
 The power will not turn on if the lamp is 
not secured properly.
 Do not allow any liquid or other objects 
into the slot to avoid electrical shock or 
fire.
6Close the lamp cover and tighten the 
screw.
Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely 
as it was. If not, the...

44Cleaning the Air Filter
Cleaning the Air 
Filter
The air filter should be cleaned whenever 
you replace the lamp.
Remove the air filter, and then remove the 
dust with a vacuum cleaner.
The time needed to clean the air filter will 
vary depending on the environment or how 
the projector is used.
When it becomes difficult to remove the dust 
from the filter with a vacuum cleaner, 
remove the air filter and wash it.
1Turn the power off and unplug the 
power cord. 
2Draw out the air filter cover and...

45Troubleshooting
Others
BOthers
Troubleshooting
If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using 
the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Power
Picture
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The power is not turned on.  The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short 
interval.
cWait for about 90 seconds before turning on the power 
(see page 24).
 The lamp cover is not secured.
cClose the lamp...

46Troubleshooting
Sound
On-screen display does not 
appear.“Status” on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to “Off.”
cSet “Status” on the MENU SETTING menu to “On” (see 
page 37).
Color balance is incorrect.  The picture has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust the picture (see page 31).
 The projector is set to the wrong color system.
cSet “Color System” on the SET SETTING menu to match the 
color system being input (see page 35).
The picture is too dark.  Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted...

47Troubleshooting
Others
Remote Commander
Others
Indicators
Warning Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The Remote Commander 
does not work.The Remote Commander battery are dead.
cReplace them with new battery (see page 16).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The control panel keys do 
not function.The control panel keys are locked.
cUnlock the control panel keys (see page 36).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The LAMP/COVER 
indicator flashes...

48Troubleshooting
Caution Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Message Meaning and Remedy
Not applicable! You have pressed the wrong key.
cPress the appropriate key.
The panel keys are locked! “Panel Key Lock” on the SET SETTING menu is set to “On.”
cAll the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked. 
Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander 
(see page 36). 

49Specifications
Others
Specifications
Optical characteristics
Projection system
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection 
system
LCD  panel VPL-ES5: 0.63-inch SVGA panel, 
about 1,440,000 pixels (800 × 
600 × 3)
VPL-EX50/EX5: 0.63-inch XGA 
panel, about 2,360,000 pixels 
(1024 × 768 × 3)
VPL-EW5: 0.59-inchvWXGA 
panel, about 3,070,000 pixels 
(1280 × 800 × 3)
Lens 1.2 times zoom lens
f 18.53 to 22.18 mm/F1.65 to 1.93
Lamp 190 W Ultra high pressure lamp
Projected picture size
40 to 300 inches (measured...

50SpecificationsY (luminance): 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative (75 ohms 
terminated)
C (chrominance): burst 0.286 
Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC) (75 ohms 
terminated), burst 0.3 Vp-p ±2 
dB (PAL) (75 ohms terminated)
AUDIO (VPL-EW5/EX50 only): 
Stereo minijack, 500 mVrms, 
input impedance 47 Kilohms or 
more
INPUT A RGB: HD D-sub15-pin (female) 
Analog RGB/component:
R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 
ohms terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms 
terminated)
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative (75 ohms 
terminated)
B/B-Y:...