2-148-435-11 (1)
Data Projector
Operating Instructions
VPL-CS7
VPL-ES2
© 2004 Sony Corporation
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For the customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
Gooi de batterij niet weg
maar lever deze in als klein
chemisch afval (KCA).
The socket-outlet should be installed near
the equipment and be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
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Table of Contents
Adjustments and Settings
Connecting with a Monitor
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Off & Go Function (VPL-CS7
Effective Tools for Your
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B Overview
light-reflecting material. If the floor and
walls are of reflecting material, it is
recommended that the carpet and wall
paper be changed to a dark color.
Precautions
On safety
• Check that the operating voltage of your
unit is identical with the voltage of your
local power supply.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into
the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it further.
On preventing internal heat build-
up
After you turn off the power with the I / 1
key, do not disconnect the unit from the wall
outlet while the cooling fan is still running.
Caution
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is
not to be used for several days.
• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the
plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• The wall outlet should be near the unit and
easily accessible.
• The unit is not disconnected to the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned off.
• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is
on.
• Do not place your hand or objects near the
ventilation holes. The air coming out is
hot.
• Be careful not to have your fingers caught
by the adjuster. The powered tilt adjuster
of this unit automatically extends when the
power is turned on, and is put away
automatically when the power is turned
off. Do not touch the unit while the
adjuster is in operation. Adjust the
powered tilt adjuster carefully after its
automatic operation is completed.
• Do not spread a cloth or paper under the
unit.
The projector is equipped with ventilation
holes (intake) and ventilation holes
(exhaust). Do not block or place anything
near these holes, or internal heat build-up
may occur, causing picture degradation or
damage to the projector.
On cleaning
• To keep the cabinet looking new,
periodically clean it with a soft cloth.
Stubborn stains may be removed with a
cloth lightly dampened with a mild
detergent solution. Never use strong
solvents, such as thinner, benzene, or
abrasive cleansers, since these will
damage the cabinet.
• Avoid touching the lens. To remove dust
on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use
a damp cloth, detergent solution, or
thinner.
• Clean the filter at regular intervals.
On LCD data projector
• The LCD data projector is manufactured
using high-precision technology. You
may, however, see tiny black points and/or
bright points (red, blue, or green) that
continuously appear on the LCD data
projector. This is a normal result of the
manufacturing process and does not
indicate a malfunction.
On illumination
• To obtain the best picture, the front of the
screen should not be exposed to direct
lighting or sunlight.
• Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is
recommended. Use a cover over
fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the
contrast ratio.
• Cover any windows that face the screen
with opaque draperies.
• It is desirable to install the projector in a
room where floor and walls are not of
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• To avoid moisture condensation, do not
install the unit in a location where the
temperature may rise rapidly.
Notes on Installation
and Usage
Subject to direct cool or warm air
from an air-conditioner
Unsuitable Installation
Do not install the projector in the following
situations. These installations may cause a
malfunction or damage to the projector.
Installing in such a location may cause
malfunction of the unit due to moisture
condensation or rise in temperature.
Poorly ventilated
Near a heat or smoke sensor
Malfunction of the sensor may be caused.
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
internal heat build-up. Do not place the
unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or
near materials (curtains, draperies) that
may block the ventilation holes. When the
internal heat builds up due to the block-up,
the temperature sensor will function with
the message “High temp.! Lamp off in 1
min.” The power will be turned off
Very dusty, extremely smoky
automatically after one minute.
• Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 /8
7
inches) around the unit.
• Be careful that the ventilation holes may
inhale tininess such as a piece of paper.
Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or
extremely smoky environment. Otherwise,
the air filter will become obstructed, and this
may cause a malfunction of the unit or
damage it. Dust preventing the air passing
through the filter may cause a rise in the
internal temperature of the unit. Clean the
filter periodically.
Highly heated and humid
• Avoid installing the unit in a location
where the temperature or humidity is very
high, or temperature is very low.
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Blocking the ventilation holes
Unsuitable Conditions
Do not use the projector under the following
conditions.
Toppling the unit
Avoid using as the unit topples over on its
side. It may cause malfunction.
Avoid using something to cover over the
ventilation holes (exhaust/intake);
otherwise, the internal heat may build up.
For details on the ventilation holes (intake/
exhaust), see “Location and Function of
Usage in High Altitude
Tilting the unit out of the range of
the adjuster setting
When using the projector at an altitude of
1,500 m or higher, turn on “High
Altitude Mode” in the INSTALL SETTING
menu. Failing to set this mode when using
the projector at high altitudes could have
adverse effects, such as reducing
the reliability of certain components.
Note on carrying the projector
Avoid using when the unit is tilted out of the
range of the adjuster setting. Such
installation may cause color shading or
shorten excessively the lamp life.
The unit is manufactured using high-
precision technology. When transporting the
unit stored in the soft case, do not drop the
unit or subject it to shock, as this may cause
damage. When storing the unit in the soft
case, disconnect the AC power cord and all
other connecting cables, and store the
supplied accessories in a pocket of the soft
case.
Tilting the unit to the right or left
Note on the screen
When using a screen with an uneven surface,
stripes pattern may rarely appear on the
screen depending on the distance between
the screen and the projector or the zooming
magnifications. This is not a malfunction of
the projector.
Avoid tilting the unit to an angle of 15°, and
avoid installing the unit in any way other
than placing on the floor or suspending from
the ceiling. Such installation may cause
color shading or shorten the lamp life
excessively.
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Short focus lens equipped
Features
This projector is equipped with a short focus
lens that allows outputting to a larger screen
even in a limited space.
High brightness, high picture
quality
Various picture modes (VPL-ES2
only)
The best image can be projected by choosing
the mode suitable for the type of program or
room environment from among six picture
modes.
• High brightness
This projector is equipped with a high-
efficiency optical system made possible
by adopting Sony’s proprietary optical
system that is equipped with a newly
developed LCD panel.
Because the VPL-CS7 utilizes a 185 W
UHP lamp, it can reproduce bright images
at 1800 ANSI lumen, while the VPL-ES2
utilizes a 157 W UHP lamp, that can
reproduce bright images at 1500 ANSI
lumen.
Accepts various input signals
• Scan converter loaded
This projector has a build-in scan
converter that converts the input signal
within 800 × 600 dots.
• High resolution
• Compatible input signals
Three superhigh-aperture 0.62-inch
SVGA panels with approximately 480,000
pixels provide a resolution of 800 × 600
dots (horizontal/vertical) for RGB input,
and 600 horizontal TV lines for video
input.
This projector accepts video signals of
composite, S video, component and DTV
as well as VGA, SVGA and XGA signals,
which all can be displayed.
• Compatible with six color systems
*
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43 , PAL-
M, or PAL-N color system can be selected
automatically.
High operability
• Intelligent Auto-setup function
Simply press the power key, and the
projector automatically performs the
setups required before use. The projector
opens the lens protector, corrects the V
Keystone, and sets optimum conditions for
projection. This function is called
Intelligent Auto-setup.
Easy presentation
• Simple setup with external equipment
This projector is preset for 32 kinds of
input signals. You can project images from
an external signal source just by
connecting the equipment with the
supplied cable.
For easier operations, the keys that will be
used frequently are allocated on the top of
the projector.
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* NTSC4.43 is the color system used when playing back a video recorded on NTSC on a NTSC4.43
system VCR.
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
• VGA, SVGA and XGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines
Corporation, U.S.A.
• Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
• VESA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standard Association.
• Display Data Channel is a trademark of Video Electronics Standard Association.
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Easy-to-use Remote Commander
The Remote Commander is equipped with
various convenient keys, including the D
ZOOM key for zooming in on the image and
the FREEZE key for keeping the image
projected even if the equipment is
disconnected.
High portability
• Light weight/small size/simple design
This projector has been miniaturized to
approx. 2.8 kg (6 lb 3 oz) (VPL-ES2)/
approx. 2.9 kg (6 lb 6 oz) (VPL-CS7) in
weight and B5-file size.
Its simple yet sophisticated design fits
comfortably in your office.
Off & Go function (VPL-CS7 only)
The cooling fan built in the projector will
work even after turning the power off and
the power cord is disconnected. This enables
you to move the projector to another location
immediately after turning it off.
Security functions
Security lock
This function makes it possible to project no
picture on the screen unless the required
password is entered when the projector is
turned on.
Panel key lock
This function locks all the operation keys on
the control panel of the projector, allowing
use of the keys on the Remote Commander.
This prevents the projector from operating
incorrectly.
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6 Ventilation holes (intake)/Lamp
cover
Location and
Function of Controls
7 Ventilation holes (intake)/air
filter cover
Notes
Top/Front/Left Side
• Do not place anything near the
ventilation holes as it may cause
internal heat build-up.
• Do not place your hand or objects
near the ventilation holes as it may
cause the air coming out heat build-
up.
• To maintain optimal performance, clean
the air filter every 500 hours.
For details, see “Cleaning the Air
8 Ventilation holes (intake)
9 Powered tilt adjuster
0 Indicators
Rear/Right Side/Bottom
0
POWER SAVING
Lights up when the projector is in power
saving mode.
4
5
6
qa
TEMP (Temperature)/FAN
Lights up or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights up when temperature inside the
projector becomes unusually high.
– Flashes when the fan is broken.
qs
qd
qf
7
8
9
qg
LAMP/COVER
Lights up or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights up when the lamp has reached
the end of its life or becomes a high
temperature.
1 Control panel
For details, see “Control Panel” on
– Flashes when the lamp cover is not
secured firmly.
2 Lens protector (lens cover)
The lens protector automatically opens
when the power is turned on.
qa Focus ring
3 Ventilation holes (exhaust)
4 Remote control detector
5 Adjuster (hind pad)
Adjusts the picture focus.
qs Zoom ring
Adjusts the picture size.
Turn the adjuster to the right or left for
minor tilt adjustment of the projected
picture.
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qd Connector panel
Control Panel
For details, see “Connector Panel” on
qf Speaker
PUSH
INPUT
TILT
MENU
ENTER
qg Security lock
Connects to an optional security cable
(Kensington’s).
1 2 3
4
5 6
7
Web page address:
1 I / 1 (on/standby) key
Turns on the projector when the
projector is in standby mode. The ON/
STANDBY indicator around the I / 1
key lights in green when the power is
turned on.
2 ON/STANDBY indicator (located
around the I / 1 key)
Lights up or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights in red when a AC power cord is
plugged into a wall outlet. Once in
standby mode, you can turn on the
projector with the I / 1 key.
– Lights in green when the power is
turned on.
– Flashes in green while the cooling fan
runs for about 90 seconds (VPL-ES2)/
for about 70 seconds (VPL-CS7) after
the power is turned off with the I / 1
key.
3 INPUT key
4 TILT adjustment key
For details, see“Projecting” on
5 MENU key
Displays the on-screen menu. Press
again to clear the menu.
6 ENTER key
Enters the settings of items in the menu
system.
7 Arrow keys (f/F/g/G)
Select the menu or to make various
adjustments.
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• VIDEO (phono type): Connects to
the composite video output of video
equipment.
• S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin):
Connects to the S video output (Y/C
video output) of video equipment.
Connector Panel
VPL-CS7
1
2
3 AUDIO (stereo minijack)
connector
3
When listening to sound output from the
computer, connect to the audio output of
the computer.
When listening to sound output from the
VCR, connect to the audio output of the
VCR.
INPUT A
AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO
4
5
MONITOR OUT
4 Monitor output connector (VPL-
CS7 only)
Connects to the monitor input on a
monitor. Outputs the signal from a
computer connected to INPUT A.
VPL-ES2
5 AC IN socket
1
2
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
6 Component input connector (for
3
VPL-ES2 only)
INPUT A
AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO
According to the connected equipment,
component (Y/CB/CR), HDTV or DTV
(Y/PB/PR) signal is selected.
P
R/CR
PB/CB
Y
5
6
1 INPUT A connector (HD D-sub
15-pin, female)
Connect to external equipment such as a
computer.
Connects to the monitor output on a
computer using the supplied cable.
When inputting a component or 15k
RGB signal, use an optional cable.
For details, see “To connect to a video
2 Video input connector
Connect to external video equipment
such as a VCR.
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q; RESET key
Remote Commander
Resets the value of an item back to its
factory preset value or returns the
enlarged image back to its original size.
This key functions when the menu or a
setting item is displayed on the screen.
Before using the Remote
Commander
Pull out the clear film from the lithium
battery holder.
To replace battery
1 Release the lock of the lithium battery
holder by picking it, and pull out the
holder from the Remote Commander.
1 I / 1 (on/standby) key
2 ENTER/arrow key (v/V/b/B)
Press the center of the key to use
ENTER.
3 MENU key
4 D ZOOM +/– key
Enlarges the image at a desired location
on the screen.
5 Infrared transmitter
6 FREEZE key
2 Install the lithium battery.
Used to freeze the picture projected. To
cancel the freeze function, press the key
again.
+ side facing
upward
7 INPUT key
8 APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
Adjusts a picture clearest automatically
while a signal is input from a computer.
For details, see “Smart APA” in the SET
3 Put the lithium battery holder back
9 D KEYSTONE key
into the Remote Commander.
Used to adjust the tilt of the projector, or
the trapezoidal distortion of the image
manually. Each time you press this key,
the Tilt menu and the V Keystone menu
is displayed alternately. Use the arrow
key (v/V/b/B) for the adjustment.
Notes on the lithium battery
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of
children.
• Should the battery be swallowed,
immediately consult a doctor.
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Notes on Remote Commander
operation
• Make sure that nothing obstructs the
infrared beam between the Remote
Commander and the remote control
detector on the projector. Direct the
Remote Commander toward the remote
control detector.
• The operation range is limited. The shorter
the distance between the Remote
Commander and the remote control
detector is, the wider the angle within
which the commander can control the
projector becomes.
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B Projecting the Picture
Installing the Projector
This section describes how to install the projector.
The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of
the screen. Use the following table as a guide.
Distance between the screen and
the center of the lens
Unit: m (feet)
Screen size
(inches)
40
60
80
100
120
150
200
300
Minimum
Distance
1.1
(3.6)
1.7
(5.6)
2.3
(7.5)
2.9
(9.5)
3.5
4.4
5.9
8.8
(11.5) (14.4) (19.4) (28.9)
Maximum
Distance
1.4
(4.6)
2.1
(6.9)
2.8
(9.2)
3.5
4.2
5.3
7.0
(23)
10.6
(34.8)
(11.5) (13.8) (17.4)
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown
in the table above.
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To connect a computer
Connecting the
Projector
Ex. VPL-CS7
Left side
AVIDEO
S
VIDEO
INPUT
A
When you connect the projector,
make sure to:
MONITOR OUT
• Turn off all equipment before making any
connections.
• Use the proper cables for each connection.
• Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose
connections may increase noise and
reduce performance of picture signals.
When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it
out from the plug, not the cable itself
1
2
to audio
output
to monitor
output
Connecting with a Computer
This section describes how to connect the
projector to a computer.
Computer
For more information, refer to the
computer’s instruction manual.
1HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)
2Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
(Use a no-resistance cable)
Notes
• The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA
signals. However, we recommend that you
set the output mode of your computer to
SVGA mode for the external monitor.
• If you set your computer, such as a notebook
type, to output the signal to both your
computer’s display and the external monitor,
the picture of the external monitor may not
appear properly. Set your computer to output
the signal to only the external monitor.
For details, refer to the computer’s
operating instructions supplied with your
computer.
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To connect to a video GBR/
component output connector
Ex. VPL-ES2
Note
To connect a Macintosh computer equipped
with video output connector of a type having
two rows of pins, use a commercially available
plug adaptor.
Left side
AUA
VIDEO
INPUT
A
S
VIDEO
Connecting with a VCR
PR/C
PB/CB
Y
This section describes how to connect the
projector to a VCR.
For more information, refer to the
instruction manuals of the equipment you
are connecting.
To connect to a video or S video
output connector
3
1
2
Ex. VPL-CS7
to RGB/
component
output
to
audio
output
Left side
AUDIO
AUVIDEO
INPUT
A
S
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
15k RGB/Component equipment
1SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied)
HD D-sub 15-pin (male) y 3 × phono plug
or
2Component video (3 × phono plug y 3 ×
phono plug (not supplied) (Use a 75 Ω
coaxial cable) (VPL-ES2 only))
3Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
(Use a no-resistance cable)
2
3
1
Notes
• Set the aspect ratio using “Wide Mode” in
the INPUT SETTING menu according to the
input signal.
to video
output
to S video
output
toaudio
output
• When you connect the INPUT A connector
on the unit to a video GBR output connector,
select “Video GBR,” or when you connect it
to a component output connector, select
“component” with the “Input-A Signal Sel.”
setting in the SET SETTING menu. The
input selection must be performed before
inputting the signal.
VCR
1Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
(Use a no-resistance cable)
2Video cable (not supplied) or
3S-Video cable (not supplied)
• Use the composite sync signal when you
input the external sync signal from video
GBR/component equipment.
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Connecting with a Monitor
Equipment (VPL-CS7 only)
Projecting
This section describes how to connect the
projector to a monitor equipment.
For more information, refer to the
instruction manuals of the equipment you
are connecting.
PUSH
INPUT
TILT
MENU
ENTER
Left side
ON/STANDBY indicators
AUDIO VIDEO
INPUT
A
S
VIDEO
MONOUT
Remote control
detector
8
Monitor cable (not
supplied)
HD D-sub 15-pin (male)
↔ HD D-sub 15-pin
(male)
to monitor
input
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall
Monitor equipment
outlet, then connect all equipment.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in
red and the projector goes into standby
mode.
* This projector is not guaranteed for
connecting more than 2 monitors in loop-
through connection.
2 Press the I / 1 key.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in
green and the Intelligent Auto-setup
starts. The lens protector opens, and the
powered tilt adjuster rises and stops at
the previously adjusted position.
3 Turn on the equipment connected to
the projector.
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4 Press the INPUT key to select the
Notes
input source.
•If “Auto Input Search” is set to “On,” the
projector searches for the signals from
the connected equipment and displays
the input channel where the input signals
are found.
Each time you press the key, the input
signal switches as follows:
INPUT A
t
Component
(VPL-ES2 only)
t
VIDEO
t
S VIDEO
For details, see “Auto Input Search”
To input from
PressINPUT
to display
•The Smart APA is effective for the input
signal from a computer only.
Computer connected to the
INPUT A connector
INPUT A
6 Adjust the position of the picture.
Equipment connected to the
component connector
Component
(VPL-ES2
only)
To adjust using the Remote
Commander
To adjust the position of the picture,
using the Remote Commander, press the
D KEYSTONE key on the Remote
Commander to display the Tilt menu and
adjust the tilt using the v/V/b/B keys.
Video equipment connected to VIDEO
the VIDEO input connector
Video equipment connected to S VIDEO
the S VIDEO input connector
Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
adjusts the picture of the connected
equipment so that it is projected clearly.
To adjust using the Control Panel
Press f on F of the TILT key to adjust
the tilt of the projector.
5 Switch the equipment to be connected
to lower the to raise the
to output to the projector.
projector
projector
Depending on the type of your
computer, for example a notebook, or an
all-in-one LCD type, you may have to
switch the computer to output to the
projector by pressing certain keys
TILT
TILT adjustment key
(e.g.,
, etc.), or by
VGA
LCD
/
/
,
changing your computer’s settings.
F7 or
and
Fx
Powered tilt adjuster
Notes
Fn
• When you adjust the powered tilt
adjuster with the TILT key, the V
keystone adjustment is performed at the
same time. If you do not want to perform
the automatic keystone adjustment, set
the V Keystone menu to “Manual.” (See
page 36.)
Fx:“x” indicate an optional numerical
value. The Fx key varies depending
on a computer’s makers.
• If you set the “V Keystone” adjustment
to “Auto,” the “V Keystone” correction
is automatically adjusted. However, it
may not be perfectly adjusted depending
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on the room temperature or the screen
angle. In this case, adjust it manually.
Press the D KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander until “V Keystone”
appears on the screen, and adjust the
value with the v/V/v/B key. The
corrected value is effective until the
power turn off.
Turning Off the
Power
1 Press the I / 1 key.
“POWER OFF? Please press I / 1 key
again.” appears to confirm that you want
to turn off the power.
• Be careful not to let the projector down
on your fingers.
• Do not push hard on the top of the
projector with the powered tilt adjuster
out. It may be occurred malfunction.
Note
A message disappears if you press any key
except the I / 1 key, or if you do not press
any key for five seconds.
7 Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size
of the picture.
2 Press the I / 1 key again.
The powered tilt adjuster is put away in
the projector and the lens protector
closes. The ON/STANDBY indicator
flashes in green and the fan continues to
run for about 70 seconds (VPL-CS7)/for
about 90 seconds (VPL-ES2) to reduce
the internal heat. Also, the ON/
8 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.
Attention
Looking into the lens when projecting may
cause injury to your eyes.
STANDBY indicator flashes quickly for
the first 60 seconds. During this time,
you will not be able to light up again the
ON/STANDBY indicator with the I / 1
key.
3 Unplug the AC power cord from the
wall outlet after the fan has stopped
running and the ON/STANDBY
indicator has light in red.
When you cannot confirm the on-
screen message
When you cannot confirm the on-screen
message in a certain condition, you can turn
off the power by holding the I / 1 key for
about two seconds.
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Notes
• Do not unplug the AC power cord while
the fan is still running; otherwise, the fan
will stop even though the internal heat is still
high, which could result in a breakdown of
the projector. (VPL-ES2 only)
• The internal circuitry of the Off & Go
function may cause the fan to continue to
operate for a short time even after the I / 1
key is pressed to turn off the power and the
ON/STANDBY indicator changes to red.
(VPL-CS7 only)
For details, see “Off & Go Function
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B Convenient Function
The menu presently selected is shown as
a yellow button.
Selecting the Menu
Language
Input
A
PICTURE SETTING
Picture Mode:
Standard
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Adjust Picture...
Volume:
You can select one of fifteen languages for
displaying the menu and other on-screen
displays. The factory setting is English.
To change the menu language, proceed as
follows:
4 Press the v or V key to select the
MENU SETTING menu, then press
the B or ENTER key.
PUSH
INPUT
TILT
MENU
ENTER
The selected menu appears.
Input
A
:
:
A
:
:
Remote control detector
5 Press the v or V key to select
“Language,” then press the B or
ENTER key.
6 Press the v, V, b or B key to select a
language, then press the ENTER key.
The menu changes to the selected
language.
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall
outlet.
To clear the menu
Press the MENU key.
The menu disappears automatically if a key
is not pressed for one minute.
2 Press the I / 1 key to turn on the
projector.
3 Press the MENU key.
The menu appears.
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3 Enter the password again to confirm.
Security Lock
Re-enter new password key.
The projector is equipped with a security
lock function. When you turn the power of
the projector on, you are required to input
the previously set password. If you do not
input the correct password, you will not be
able to project the picture.
Be sure to remember this password.
Use:
Cancel: Other key
The security lock is completed when the
following message appears.
Note
You will not be able to use the projector if you
forget your password and the password
administrator is not available. Be please aware
that using the security lock can prevent valid
usage in such cases.
INSTALL SETTING
Input A
X
Tilt...
V
Keystone:
Auto...
Off
Blue
Image Flip:
Background:
Lamp Mode:
High Altitude Mode:Off
Security Lock: On
Standard
To use the security lock
Security Lock enabled!
1 Press the MENU key and then, in the
INSTALL SETTING menu, turn on
the “Security Lock” setting.
If the menu screen displays an “Invalid
Password!” message, do over again from
step 1.
2 Enter the password.
Use the MENU, v/V/b/B, and ENTER
keys to enter the four-digit password.
(The default setting is “ENTER,
ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.” Input
“ENTER” four times when you use the
projector for the first time.)
INSTALL SETTING
Input A
X
Tilt...
V
Keystone:
Auto...
Off
Blue
Image Flip:
Background:
Lamp Mode:
Standard
High Altitude Mode:Off
Security Lock:
Off
Enter password key.
Invalid Password!
4 Turn the main power off and
Password required for power-on.
disconnect the AC power cord.
Use:
Cancel: Other key
The security lock is set to on, then it
becomes effective. The screen for
entering the password is displayed when
the power is turned on the next time.
Next, the screen for entering a new
password is displayed. (Enter the current
password at this screen if you want to
keep it.)
Security certification
When the screen for entering the password is
displayed, enter the password that was set. If
you fail to enter the correct password after
three tries, the projector cannot be used. In
this case, press the I / 1 key to turn off the
power.
Enter new password key.
Power-on cannot be performed
without the password.
Use:
Cancel: Other key
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To cancel the security lock
Other Functions
1 Press the MENU key, then turn off the
“Security Lock” setting in the
INSTALL SETTING menu.
Off & Go Function (VPL-CS7
only)
2 Enter the password.
Enter the password that was set.
If you are leaving the conference room
immediately, turn the projector off, the
powered tilt adjuster is put away in the
projector, and then, after the lens protector
closes, you can unplug the AC power cord.
After the AC power cord is unplugged, the
fan runs for a certain time automatically.
Note
If you call the customer service center because
you have forgotten the password, you will need
to be able to verify the projector’s serial
number and your identity. (This process may
differ in other countries.) Once your identity
has been confirmed, we will provide you with
the password.
Notes
• When unplugging the AC power cord, ensure
that the powered tilt adjuster is put away in
the projector and the lens protector closes.
Moving the projector with the powered tilt
adjuster raised may damage the adjuster.
• Turn off the projector according to the
procedure in “Turning off the power”, then
cool it down when storing the projector in the
carrying case.
• However, if the unit has been on for less than
15 minutes, the fan might not begin to turn as
a result of inadequate charging. In that case,
follow the procedure for turning off the
power as described in “Turning Off the
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Use the arrow key (v/V/b/B) to scroll
the enlarged image.
Effective Tools for Your
Presentation
To enlarge the image (Digital Zoom
function)
You can select a point in the image to
enlarge. This function works when a signal
from a computer is input.
This function does not work when a video
signal is input.
To return the image back to its
original size
Press the D ZOOM – key.
Just pressing the RESET key returns the
image back to its original size immediately.
1 Project a normal image, and press the
D ZOOM + key on the Remote
Commander.
The digital zoom icon appears in the
center of the image.
To freeze the image projected
(Freeze function)
Press the FREEZE key. “Freeze” appears
when the key is pressed. This function works
when a signal from a computer is input.
To restore the original screen, press the
FREEZE key again.
Digital zoom
icon
2 Move the icon to the point on the
image you want to enlarge. Use the
arrow key (v/V/b/B) to move the
icon.
3 Press the D ZOOM + key again.
The image where the icon is located is
enlarged. The enlargement ratio is
displayed on the screen for a few
seconds.
By pressing the + key repeatedly, the
image size increases (ratio of
enlargement: max. 4 times.)
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B Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu
1 Press the MENU key.
The menu appears.
Using the MENU
The menu presently selected is shown as
a yellow button.
The projector is equipped with an on-screen
menu for making various adjustments and
settings.
SET SETTING
Smart APA:
Input A
On
Auto Input Search: Off
Input-A Signal Sel.: Computer
Color System:
Power Saving:
Illumination:
Auto
Off
On
Display items
Input signal indicator
Video
NTSC 3.58
Input signal setting indicator
Picture adjustment menu
2 Use the v or V key to select a menu,
then press the B or ENTER key.
The selected menu appears.
Contrast
3 Select an item.
Input signal indicator
Shows the selected input channel.
displayed when no signal is input. You can
hide this indicator using “Status” in the
MENU SETTING menu.
Use the v or V key to select the item,
then press the B or ENTER key.
The setting items are displayed in a pop-
up menu or in a sub menu.
is
x
Pop-up menu
Input signal setting indicator
For Input A: Shows “Computer,”
“Component” or “Video GBR.”
For Video/S Video input: Shows “Auto” or
the “Color System” setting in the SET
SETTING menu.
Selected input
signal
Setting items
Menu
MENU SETTING
Input A
Status:
Language:
Menu Position: Top left
Menu Color: Bottom Left
On
English
A
Center
Top Right
Bottom Right
Sub menu
Menu
Setting items
PICTURE SETTING
ADJUST PICTURE Standard
Input A
Contrast:
80
Brightness:
Gamma Mode:
Color Temp:
50
Graphics
High
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4 Make the setting or adjustment on an
item.
• When changing the adjustment level:
To increase the number, press the vor
B key.
To decrease the number, press the Vor
b key.
Press the ENTER key to restore the
previous screen.
• When changing the setting:
Press the v or V key to change the
setting.
Press the ENTER or b key to restore
the previous screen.
When setting the Menu Language, see
To clear the menu
Press the MENU key.
The menu disappears automatically if a key
is not pressed for one minute.
To reset items that have been
adjusted
Press the RESET key on the Remote
Commander.
“Complete!” appears on the screen and the
settings appearing on the screen are reset
to their factory preset values.
Items that can be reset are:
• “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,”
and “Sharpness” in the Adjust Picture...
menu.
• “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” in the
Adjust Signal... menu
About the memory of the settings
The settings are automatically stored in the
projector memory.
If no signal is input
If there is no input signal, “Cannot adjust
this item.” appears on the screen.
About unadjustable items
Items that cannot be adjusted depending on
the input signal are not displayed in the
menu.
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The PICTURE SETTING Menu
The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume.
PICTURE SETTING
ADJUST PICTURE
Video
PICTURE SETTING
Input A
Standard
Picture Mode
Standard
30
Contrast:
Brightness:
Color:
80
50
50
50
Adjust Picture...
Volume:
Hue:
Sharpness:
Black Level Adj.:
Gamma Mode:
Color Temp.:
Middle
Off
Graphics
Low
Setting items
Functions
Initial setting value
according to an input
Picture Mode
Selects the picture mode.
• Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce signal
a “dynamic” picture.
• Standard: Normally select this setting. If the
picture has roughness with the “Dynamic”
setting, this setting reduces the roughness.
The following picture mode can be used for
VPL-ES2 only.
• Game: Select for viewing game picture.
• Living: Select for viewing sports, music,
digital video camera picture.
• Cinema: Select for viewing film-like picture.
• Presentation: Select for viewing presentation
files
Volume
Adjusts the volume.
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Adjust Picture...
The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items
for each “Dynamic,” “Standard” or “Game,” “Living,” “Cinema,”
“Presentation” (VPL-ES2 only) picture mode separately.
Contrast
Adjusts the picture contrast.
Adjusts the picture brightness.
Adjusts color intensity.
according to an input
signal
Brightness
Color
according to an input
signal
according to an input
signal
Hue
Adjusts color tones. The higher the setting, the 50
picture becomes greenish. The lower the setting,
the picture becomes purplish.
Sharpness
Selects the picture sharpness from among
“High,” “Middle” and “Low.” The “High”
setting makes the picture sharp; the “Low”
setting makes it soft.
according to an input
signal
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Setting items
Black Level
Functions
Initial setting value
Using black level adjustment results in a vivid according to an input
image with clearly defined light and dark areas. signal
Set the black compensation in accordance with
the image source.
Adj.
(VPL-ES2
only)
High: Strong black compensation
Low: Weak black compensation
Off: No black compensation
Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve.
• Graphics: Improves the reproduction of
halftones. Photos can be reproduced in natural
tones.
Graphics
• Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for
images that contain lots of text.
Color Temp.
Adjusts the color temperature.
• High: Makes the white color bluish.
• Low: Makes the white color reddish.
according to an input
signal
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The INPUT SETTING Menu
The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal.
INPUT SETTING
SIGNAL SETTING
Input-A
INPUT SETTING
Video
Wide Mode:
Off
Adjust Signal...
Scan Converter:
Dot Phase:
H Size:
24
1504
On
Shift:
H: 181 V: 34
Setting items
Functions
Initial setting value
Wide Mode
Sets the aspect ratio of the picture.
according to a
• Off: When the picture with ratio 4:3 is input. picture mode
• On: When the picture with ratio 16:9
(squeezed) is input from equipment such as a
DVD player.
Adjust Signal...
Dot Phase
Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the according to an input
signal output from a computer.
signal
Adjust the picture further for finer picture after
the picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key.
H Size
Shift
Adjusts the horizontal size of picture output
from a connector. Adjust the setting according signal
to the dots of the input signal.
according to an input
Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts the according to an input
horizontal position of the picture.V adjusts the signal
vertical position of the picture. As the setting for
H increases, the picture moves to the right, and
as the setting decreases, the picture moves to the
left.
As the setting for V increases, the picture moves
up, and as the setting decreases, the picture
moves down. Use the b or the B key to adjust
the horizontal position and the v and V key for
the vertical position.
Scan Converter
Converts the signal to display the picture
according to the screen size.
On
When set to “Off,” displays the picture while
matching one pixel of input picture element to
that of the LCD. The picture will be clear but
the picture size will be smaller.
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Notes
• When SVGA or XGA signal is input, “Scan Converter” will not be displayed.
• Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by
switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers,
which are legally protected.
About the Preset Memory No.
This projector has 32 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory). When a
preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal type and recalls the
data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory
number and signal type of that signal are displayed in the INFORMATION menu (See
page 38). You can also adjust the preset data through the INPUT SETTING menu.
This projector has 20 types of user memories for INPUT-A into which you can save the
setting of the adjusted data for an unpreset input signal.
When an unpreset signal is input for the first time, a memory number is displayed as 0.
When you adjust the data of the signal in the INPUT SETTING menu, it will be registered
to the projector. If more than 20 user memories are registered, the newest memory always
overwrites the oldest one.
Since the data is recalled from the preset memory about the following signals, you can use
these preset data by adjusting “H Size.” Make fine adjustment by adjusting “Shift.”
Signal
Memory No.
SIZE
1312
1320
1328
Super Mac-2
SGI-1
23
23
25
Macintosh 19"
Note
When the aspect ratio of input signal is other than 4:3, a part of the screen is displayed in black.
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The SET SETTING Menu
The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
SET SETTING
Input-A
Smart APA:
On
Auto Input Search: Off
Input-A Signal Sel.: Computer
Color System:
Power Saving:
Illumination:
Auto
Off
On
Panel Key Lock: Off
Setting items
Smart APA
Functions
Initial setting value
The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically
adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” in the
INPUT SETTING menu for the input signal from a
computer.
On
• On: When a signal is input from a computer, the
APA functions automatically so that the picture can
be seen clearly. Once the specified input signal has
been adjusted by the “Smart APA,” it will not be
readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and
connected again or the input channel is changed.
You can adjust the picture by pressing APA key on
the Remote Commander even if the “Smart APA”
set to “On.”
• Off: The APA functions when you press the APA
key on the Remote Commander.
Auto Input Search When set to “On,” the projector detects input signals Off
in the following order: Input-A/Component (VPL-
ES2 only) /Video/S-Video. It indicates the input
channel when the power is turned on or the INPUT
key is pressed.
Input-A Signal
Sel.
Selects the “Computer,” “Component” or “Video
GBR” signal input from the INPUT A connector.
Computer
Color System
Selects the color system of the input signal.
If you select “Auto,” the projector detects the color
system of the input signal automatically. If the picture
is distorted or colorless, select the color system
according to the input signal.
Auto
When the color system of the input signal is PAL60,
select “PAL.” If “Auto” is selected, the color system
cannot be detected.
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Setting items
Functions
Initial setting value
Power Saving
When set to “On,” the projector goes into power
saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes.
Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps
running. The power saving mode is canceled when a
signal is input or any key is pressed. In power saving
mode, any key does not function for the first 60
seconds after the lamp goes out.
Off
Illumination
Selects whether the SONY logo on the top panel of
the projector lights when the projector is on.
On
Panel Key Lock
Locks all the control panel keys on the rear and side
panels of the projector so that the projector can be
operated only with the Remote Commander.
To lock the control panel keys, set to “On.”
When it is set to “On,” keeping the I/1 key on the
control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the
projector on when it is in standby mode, and turns the
projector to standby mode when the power is on. If
you keep pressing the MENU key for about 10
seconds when the power is on, the lock will be
released and “Panel Key Lock” is automatically set to
“Off.”
Off
Notes
• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes
much black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the
image may not be displayed on the screen.
• You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while “Adjusting” appears on the
screen.
• The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the kinds of input signals.
• Adjust the items “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” in the INPUT SETTING menu when you
adjust the picture manually.
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The MENU SETTING Menu
The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays.
MENU SETTING
Input A
Status:
On
Language:
Menu Position:
Menu Color:
English
Center
White
A
Setting items
Functions
Initial setting value
Status (on-screen
display)
Sets up the on-screen display.
On
When set to “Off,” turns off the on-screen
displays except for the menus, a message when
turning off the power, and warning messages.
Language
Selects the language used in the menu and on-
screen displays. Available languages are: English,
Nederlands, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español,
English
Português,
, Svenska, Norsk,
and
,
,
,
.
Menu Position
Menu Color
Selects the display position of the menu from
“Top Left,” “Bottom Left,” “Center,” “Top Right”
and “Bottom Right.”
Center
Selects the tone of the menu display from “Black” White
or “White.”
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The INSTALL SETTING Menu
The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
INSTALL SETTING
Input-A
Tilt...
V
Keystone:
Auto
Image Flip:
Background:
Lamp Mode:
Off
Blue
Standard
High Altitude Mode:Off
Security Lock: Off
Setting items
Functions
Adjusts the position (height) of the projected picture.
Initial setting
value
Tilt...
V Keystone
Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection Auto
angle. Select “Auto” for automatic correction, or “Manual”
for manual correction using the b/v/B/V key on the
Remote Commander.
When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top
: Sets a lower value.
When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom
: Sets a higher value.
Image Flip
Flips the image on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. Off
• Off: The image does not flip.
• HV: Flips the image horizontally and vertically.
• H: Flips the image horizontally.
• V: Flips the image vertically.
Background
Lamp Mode
Select the background color of the screen when no signal is Blue
input to the projector. Select “Black” or “Blue.”
Normally, set to “Blue.”
Sets the lamp brightness in the projection.
Standard
• High: Illuminates the projected image brightly.
• Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption.
The brightness of the projected image will be lower
compared with the “High” setting.
High Altitude
Mode
Set to “On” when the projector is used at an altitude of
1,500 m or higher.
Off
Off
Security Lock
Turns on the projector’s security lock function.
When set to “On,” turns on the security lock function, which
locks the projector once a password has been set.
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Notes
• The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending
on the room temperature or the screen angle.
• When the Image Flip is set to “HV” or “V,” the Lamp Mode works with “Standard” setting.
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The INFORMATION Menu
The INFORMATION menu displays the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input
signal and the used time of the lamp.
INFORMATION
Input
A
fH:
fV:
48.47kHz
60.00Hz
No.23
Memory number of an input signal
Signal type
1024x768
Lamp Timer:
0H
Setting items
Functions
Initial setting value
fH
Displays the horizontal frequency of the input
signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
fV
Displays the vertical frequency of the input
signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
Lamp Timer
Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.
Note
These only display on the screen. You cannot alter the display.
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INPUT SETTING menu
Input signals and adjustable/
setting items
Item
Input signal
Video
or S
video
(Y/C)
Com-
ponent
Video
GBR
Com-
puter
Adjust Picture... menu
Item
Input signal
Video or S
video (Y/C)
Com- Video
ponent GBR
Com-
puter
Dot
Phase
–
–
–
z
Contrast
Brightness
Color
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
H Size
Shift
–
–
–
z
z
–
*1
*1
z
z
–
*1
*1
z
z
z (except
black and
white signal)
Scan
Converter
z
(lower
than
VGA)
Hue
z (except
black and
whitesignal)
(NTSC 3.58/
4.43 only)
z
z
–
Wide
Mode
z
*2
z
*2
–
z
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
*1: Except preset memory no. 3, 4
*2: Except preset memory no. 5, 45, 47, 48, 50
Sharpness
–
–
z
z
z
z
z
z
Black Level
Adj. (VPL-
ES2 only)
Gamma
Mode
–
–
z
z
(preset
memory
no.3,4
only)
Color Temp.
Volume
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
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B Maintenance
projector over so you can see its
underside.
Replacing the Lamp
Note
Replace the lamp with a new one in the
following case.
• When the lamp has burnt out or dims
• “Please replace the LAMP.” appears on
the screen
• The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up
The lamp life varies depending on
conditions of use.
Be sure that the projector is stable after
turning it over.
3 Open the lamp cover by loosening a
screw with the Phillips screwdriver.
Use LMP-E180 (VPL-CS7) / LMP-E150
(VPL-ES2) Projector Lamp as the
replacement lamp. Use of any other lamps
than the LMP-E180 or the LMP-E150 may
cause damage of the projector.
Caution
The lamp becomes a high temperature after
turning off the projector with the I / 1 key. If
you touch the lamp, you may scald your
finger. When you replace the lamp, wait for
at least an hour for the lamp to cool.
Notes
Note
• If the lamp breaks, consult with customer
service center.
• Pull out the lamp by holding the handle. If
you touch the lamp, you may be burned or
injured.
• When removing the lamp, make sure it
remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do
not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp
while tilted and if the lamp breaks, the pieces
may scatter, causing injury.
For safety sake, do not loosen any other
screws.
4 Loosen the two screws on the lamp
unit with the Phillips screwdriver
(1). Fold out the handle (2), pull out
the lamp unit by the handle (3).
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect
the AC power cord from the AC
outlet.
Note
When replacing the lamp after using the
projector, wait for at least an hour for the
lamp to cool.
2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)
beneath the projector. Turn the
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authorities or Electronics Industries Alliance
(http://www.eiae.org).
5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until
it is securely in place (1). Tighten the
two screws (2). Fold the handle (3).
Notes
• Be careful not to touch the glass surface
of the lamp.
• The power will not turn on if the lamp is
not secured properly.
6 Close the lamp cover and tighten the
screws.
7 Turn the projector back over.
8 Connect the power cord. The ON/
STANDBY indicator around the I/1
key lights in red.
9 Press the following keys on the remote
commander in the following order for
less than five seconds each: RESET,
b, B, ENTER.
Note
Do not put your hands into the lamp
replacement spot, or not fall any liquid or
object into it to avoid electrical shock or fire
Disposal of the used lamp
For the customers in the USA
This product contains mercury. Disposal of
this product may be regulated if sold in the
United States. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local
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3 Remove the air filter cover.
Cleaning the Air
Filter
The air filter should be cleaned every 500
hours.
Remove dust from the outside of the
ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner
when the message “Please clean the filter”
appears in the display.
500 hours are approximate. This value
varies depending on the environment or
how the projector is used.
4 Remove the air filter.
When it becomes difficult to remove the dust
from the filter with a vacuum cleaner,
remove the air filter and wash it.
5 Wash the air filter with a mild
detergent solution and dry it in a
shaded place.
1 Turn off the power and unplug the
power cord.
6 Attach the air filter and replace the
2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)
beneath the projector and turn the
projector over.
cover.
Notes
• If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust
may accumulate, clogging it. As a result,
the temperature may rise inside the unit,
leading to a possible malfunction or fire.
• If the dust cannot be removed from the air
filter, replace the air filter with the supplied
new one.
• Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly.
Otherwise, dust may accumulate inside the
projector, leading to a possible malfunction.
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B Others
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
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
The power is not turned on. • The power has been turned off and on with the I / 1 key at a short
interval.
c Wait for about 90 seconds before turning on the power
• The lamp cover is detached.
Both the LAMP/COVER
and TEMP/FAN indicators
light up.
• The electrical system breaks down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
The powered tilt adjuster
and the lens protector do
not close.
• The AC power cord is unplugged with the power of the projector
turned on.
c Connect the power cord plug to the AC outlet again, then turn
off the power of the projector.
The powered tilt adjuster
and the lens protector do
not work at all.
• The electrical system breaks down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. If it is necessary to use
the projector in case of emergency, use it in the emergency mode
Picture
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
No picture.
• Cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
c Check that the proper connections have been made
• The connections are wrong.
c This projector is compatible with a DDC2B (Display Data
Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with a DDC, turn
the projector on according to the following procedures.
1 Connect the projector to the computer.
2 Turn the projector on.
3 Start the computer.
• Input selection is incorrect.
c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT key
• The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or
set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a
computer.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor
c Depending on the type of your computer, for example a
notebook, or an all-in-one LCD type, you may have to switch
the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys
For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions
supplied with your computer.
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Symptom
Cause and Remedy
The picture is noisy.
• Noise may appear on the background depending on the
combination of the numbers of dot input from the connector and
numbers of pixel on the LCD panel.
c Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer.
The picture from INPUT A • Setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the SET SETTING menu is
connector is colored
strange.
incorrect.
c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly
“Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.” appears in
spite of inputting the
correct signal from INPUT
A.
• Setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the SET SETTING menu is
incorrect.
c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly
On-screen display does not • “Status” in the MENU SETTING menu has been set to “Off.”
appear.
35).
Color balance is incorrect. • Picture has not been adjusted properly.
• Projector is set to wrong color system.
c Set “Color System” in the SET SETTING menu to match the
The picture is too dark.
The picture is not clear.
• “Contrast” or “Brightness” has not been adjusted properly.
c Adjust the contrast or brightness in the “Adjust Picture...” menu
• The lamp has burnt or dims.
• Picture is out of focus.
• Condensation has occurred on the lens.
c Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on .
The image extends beyond • The APA key is pressed although there are black edges around the
the screen.
image.
c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key.
c Adjust “Shift” in the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see
page 31).
The picture flickers.
• “Dot Phase” in the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted
properly.
c Adjust “Dot Phase” in the INPUT SETTING menu properly
Sound
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
No sound.
• Cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
17).
• The audio connecting cable is incorrect.
• The sound is not adjusted properly.
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Remote Commander
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
The Remote Commander
does not work.
• The Remote Commander batteries are dead.
Others
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
The control panel keys do • The control panel keys are locked.
not function.
Indicators
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
The LAMP/COVER
indicator flashes.
• The lamp cover is detached.
• The lens protector does not open due to a problem.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. If it is necessary to use
the projector in case of emergency, use it in the emergency mode
The LAMP/COVER
indicator lights up.
• The lamp has reached the end of its life.
• The lamp becomes a high temperature.
c Wait for 90 seconds to cool down the lamp and turn on the
The TEMP/FAN indicator • The fan is broken.
flashes.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
The TEMP/FAN indicator • The internal temperature is unusually high.
lights up.
c Check to see if anything is blocking the ventilation holes.
c Check to see whether or not the projector is being used at high
altitudes.
Both the LAMP/COVER
and TEMP/FAN indicators
light up.
• The electrical system breaks down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
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Messages List
Warning Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Message
Meaning and Remedy
High temp.!
• Internal temperature is too high.
Probably use in high
altitude. Switch to high
altitude mode on? Yes
c When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set
the setting of “High Altitude Mode” in the INSTALL SETTING
• If this message appears on the screen when using the projector at
normal altitudes, check to see if anything is blocking the
ventilation holes (exhaust).
R
r
No
High temp.!
• Internal temperature is too high.
Lamp off in 1 min.
c Turn off the power.
c Check to see if anything is blocking the ventilation holes.
Frequency is out of range! • This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the
acceptable range of the projector.
c Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency.
• The resolution setting of the output signal of a computer is too
high.
Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.
• You have input RGB signal from the computer when “Input-A
Signal Sel.” in the SET SETTING menu is set to “Component.”
Please replace the LAMP. • It is time to replace the lamp.
Please clean the filter.
• It is time to clean the filter.
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.
c Press the appropriate key.
The panel keys are locked ! • “Panel Key Lock” in the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to “On.”
c All the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked.
Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander
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2 Slide switch A in the slit in front of
the adjuster in the direction of the
arrow with the small minus
On the emergency mode
Before performing the following procedure,
try to diagnose the problem using the
instructions described in “Troubleshooting”
on page 43. If the problem persists, read and
following procedure thoroughly and then
proceed.
screwdriver.
The lens protector and the tilt adjuster
are switched to the emergency mode.
The projector is equipped with the
emergency mode for the lens protector and
the powered tilt adjuster. If the powered
function does not work, you can operate the
lens protector and the tilt adjuster
(emergency mode) manually.
Note
A
Perform this procedure only in an
emergency case. You cannot recover the
powered function yourself if you perform
this procedure. After you use the projector in
the emergency mode, consult with qualified
Sony personnel immediately.
Slit
To switch to the emergency mode,
follow the steps below.
3 When opening/closing the lens
protector, turn the groove of the
adjuster with a coin.
1 Place a protective sheet (cloth)
beneath the projector. Turn the
projector over so you can see its
underside.
When the lens protector is left open, or
the tilt adjuster is extended, turn the
groove counterclockwise (in direction of
the arrow).
Adjuster
Note
Turn the projector on when the lens protector
on the front of the projector is completely open.
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2)
Acceptable computer signals
fH: 19 to 72 kHz
fV: 48 to 92 Hz
(Maximum input signalresolution:
XGA 1024 × 768
fV: 85 Hz)
Specifications
Optical characteristics
Projection system
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection
system
Applicable video signals
15 kHz RGB/Component 50/60
Hz, Progressive Component 50/
60 Hz, DTV (480/60i, 575/50i,
1080/60i, 480/60p, 575/50p,
1080/50i 720/60p, 720/50p,
540/60p), Composite video, Y/
C video
LCD panel
Superhigh-aperture 0.62-inch
SVGA panel, 1,440,000 pixels
(480,000 pixels × 3)
1.2 times zoom lens (manual)
f 18.0 to 21.6 mm/F 2.2 to 2.4
VPL-CS7: 185 W UHP
VPL-ES2: 157 W UHP
Lens
Lamp
Speaker
Monaural speaker system, 40 × 20
Projection picture size
Range: 40 to 300 inches (diagonal
measure)
5
13
mm (1 /8 × /16 inches), max.
1 W
1)
Light output VPL-CS7: 1800 ANSI lm
1)
Input/Output
Video input VIDEO: phono type
Composite video: 1 Vp-p 2 dB
VPL-ES2: 1500 ANSI lm
(When the Lamp Mode is set to
“High”)
Throwing distance (When placing on the floor)
When the SVGA signal is input:
40-inch: 1.1 to 1.4 m
(3.6 to 4.6 feet)
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)
S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin
type
Y (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)
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: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
SYNC/HD:
60-inch: 1.7 to 2.1 m
(5.6 to 6.9 feet)
80-inch: 2.3 to 2.8 m
(7.5 to 9.2 feet)
100-inch: 2.9 to 3.5 m
(9.5 to 11.5 feet)
120-inch: 3.5 to 4.2 m
(11.5 to 13.8 feet)
150-inch: 4.4 to 5.3 m
(14.4 to 17.4 feet)
200-inch: 5.9 to 7.0 m
(19.4 to 28.9 feet)
300-inch: 8.8 to 10.6 m
(23 to 34.8 feet)
INPUT A
There may be a slight difference between the
actual value and the design value shown above.
Electrical characteristics
Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/
NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/
PAL60 system, switched
Composite sync input: 1-5 Vp-p
high impedance, positive/
negative
Horizontal sync input: 1-5 Vp-p
high impedance, positive/
negative
automatically/manually
600 horizontal TV lines (Video
input)
Resolution
800 × 600 dots (RGB input)
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1) ANSI lumen is a measuring method of American National Standard IT 7.228.
2) Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of
acceptable preset signals of the projector.
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VD:
AC power cord (1)
Vertical sync input: 1-5 Vp-p
high impedance, positive/
negative
Air filter (for replacement) (1)
Operating Instructions (CD-ROM)
(1)
Y PB/CB PR/CR (VPL-ES2 only)
Quick Reference Manual (1)
Security Label (1)
Component phono plug
sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB sync
negative (75 ohms terminated)
CB/PB: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
CR/PR: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
Stereo minijack
500 mVrms, impedance more
than 47 kilohms
MONITOR OUT (VPL-CS7
only): HD D-sub 15-pin
(female)
Optional accessories
Projector Lamp (for replacement)
LMP-E180 (for VPL-CS7 only)
LMP-E150 (for VPL-ES2 only)
Signal Cable SMF-402 (HD D-sub 15-pin
(male) y 3 × phono type
(male))
AUDIO
OUTPUT
R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms
SYNC/HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open),
1 Vp-p (75 ohms)
Pin assignment
Safety regulations
UL60950, cUL (CSA No. 60950),
INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,
female)
FCC Class B, IC Class B,
NEMKO (EN60950), CE
(LVD, EMC), C-Tick
General
Dimensions 295 × 78 × 238 mm (11 /8 ×
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
R/R-Y
G/Y
9
N.C.
1
3
3 /8 × 9 /8 inches) (w/h/d)
(without the projection parts)
VPL-CS7: Approx. 2.9 kg (6 lb 6
oz)
10
11
12
13
14
15
GND
Mass
B/B-Y
GND
GND
VPL-ES2: Approx. 2.8 kg (6 lb 3
oz)
Power requirements
AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
VPL-CS7: Max. 250 W
DDC/SDA
HD/C.Sync
VD
GND
GND (R)
GND (G)
GND (B)
DDC/SCL
VPL-ES2: Max. 220 W
(Standby mode: 4.6 W)
Heat dissipation
VPL-CS7: 853.1 BTU
VPL-ES2: 750.7 BTU
Operating temperature
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to 140°F)
Storage humidity
10% to 90%
Supplied accessories
Remote Commander (1)
Lithium battery CR2025 (1)
HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1)
(1-791-992-21)
Soft case (1)
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Preset signals
Memory Preset signal
No.
fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync
SIZE
1
2
3
Video 60 Hz
15.734 59.940
Video 50 Hz
15.625 50.000
15k RGB/Component 60 Hz
15.734 59.940 S on G/Y or
Composite Sync
4
5
15k RGB/Component 50 Hz
15.625 50.000 S on G/Y or
Composite Sync
S on G/Y or
1080/60i
33.75
60.0
Composite Sync
31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg
VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg
6
640 × 350
VGA mode 1
800
7
832
8
640 × 400
PC-9801 Normal
VGA mode 2
24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg
31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos
848
9
800
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22*
23
24
25
26
43
44
45
47
48
50
VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos
832
640 × 480
VGA mode 3
Macintosh 13"
31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg
35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg
800
864
VGA VESA 72 Hz 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg
VGA VESA 75 Hz 37.500 75.000 H-neg V-neg
VGA VESA 85 Hz 43.269 85.008 H-neg V-neg
SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos
SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos
SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos
SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos
SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos
832
840
832
800 × 600
1024
1056
1040
1056
1048
1152
1264
1344
1328
1312
1150
832 × 624
Macintosh 16"
49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg
1024 × 768
XGA VESA 43 Hz 35.524 86.958 H-pos, V-pos
XGA VESA 60 Hz 48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg
XGA VESA 70 Hz 56.476 69.955 H-neg V-neg
XGA VESA 75 Hz 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos
XGA VESA 85 Hz 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos
480/60p (Progressive component)
575/50p (Progressive component)
1080/50i (DTV)
31.470 60.000 Son G
31.250 50.000 Son G
28.130 50.000
720/60p (DTV)
45.000 60.000
720/50p (DTV)
37.500 50.000
546/60p
33.750 60.000
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Notes
• When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not
appear properly.
*
• Memory No. 22 shows the interlace signal.
Warning on power connection
Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
The United States,
Canada
Continental Europe
UK, Ireland, Japan
Australia,
New Zealand
(1)
Plug type
VM0233 290B
VM0089 386A
YP-12A
COX-07
COX-02
YP332
-
Connector type
Cord type
YC-13B
VM0310B
YC-13
VCTF
SJT
SJT
H05VV-F
H05VV-F N13237/
CO-228
Rated Voltage & Current 10A/125V 10A/125V 10A/250V
10A/250V 10A/250V
7A/125V
DENAN
Safety approval
UL/CSA UL/CSA VDE
VDE
VDE
Cord length (max.)
4.5 m
_
(14 feet 9 inches)
(1) Use an appropriate rating plug which is applied to local regulations.
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Reset
S
T
V
W
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