Sony Projector VPL CW125 User Manual

3-211-166-12 (1)  
Data Projector  
Operating Instructions  
VPL-CX100  
VPL-CX120/CX125  
VPL-CX150/CX155  
VPL-CW125  
© 2007 Sony Corporation  
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You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in this  
manual could void your authority to operate  
this equipment.  
guarantee matters please refer to the  
addresses given in separate service or  
guarantee documents.  
For the State of California, USA only  
All interface cables used to connect  
peripherals must be shielded in order to  
comply with the limits for a digital device  
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC  
Rules.  
Perchlorate Material - special handling may  
apply, See  
perchlorate  
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery  
contains perchlorate.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) this device  
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)  
this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
Disposal of the used lamp  
For the customers in the USA  
Lamp in this product contains mercury.  
Disposal of these materials may be regulated  
due to environmental considerations. For  
disposal or recycling information, please  
contact your local authorities or the  
Electronic Industries Alliance  
If you have any questions about this product,  
you may call;  
(www.eiae.org).  
Sony Customer Information Service Center  
Voor de klanten in Nederland  
• Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze  
in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).  
• Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde  
batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden  
tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat.  
• Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de  
batterij toch vervangen moet worden.  
De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden  
door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.  
• Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de  
levensduur in voor recycling, de batterij  
zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt  
worden.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model:  
VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120,  
VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150,  
VPL-CX155, VPL-CW125  
Responsible party:  
Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address:  
16530 Via Esprillo, San  
Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.  
Telephone Number:  
858-942-2230  
This device complies with part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) this device  
may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
For safety  
Be sure to attach the air filter to the unit.  
For the customers in Canada  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
For the customers in Taiwan only  
For the customers in Europe  
The manufacturer of this product is Sony  
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku,  
Tokyo, Japan.  
The Authorized Representative for EMC  
and product safety is Sony Deutschland  
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327  
Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or  
WARNING  
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Table of Contents  
Effective Tools for Your  
Presentation .............................32  
Controlling the Computer Using a  
Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1  
(not supplied) (When Using the  
Network Presentation Function)  
(VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125  
only) ........................................33  
Adjustments and Settings  
Location and Function of Controls  
(Main Unit) ...................................13  
Floor Installation (Front  
Projection) ...............................59  
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“Side Shot” (VPL-CX125/CX155/  
Adjustments ..................................63  
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On preventing internal heat build-  
up  
• After you turn off the power with the I / 1  
key on the control panel or on the Remote  
Commander, do not disconnect the unit  
from the wall outlet while the cooling fan  
is still running.  
Precautions  
On safety  
• Check that the operating voltage of your  
unit is identical with the voltage of your  
local power supply. If voltage adaptation is  
required, consult with qualified Sony  
personnel.  
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into  
the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it  
checked by qualified Sony personnel  
before operating it further.  
Caution  
The unit is equipped with ventilation holes  
(intake) at the bottom and ventilation holes  
(exhaust) at the side. Do not block or place  
anything near these holes, or internal heat  
build-up may occur, causing picture  
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is  
not to be used for several days.  
degradation or damage to the unit.  
• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the  
plug. Never pull the cord itself.  
On cleaning  
• The wall outlet should be near the unit and  
easily accessible.  
• The unit is not disconnected from 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 catch your fingers by the  
adjuster when you adjust the height of the  
unit. Do not push hard on the top of the  
unit with the adjuster out.  
• Be sure to grasp both sides of the unit with  
both hands when carrying the unit.  
Before cleaning  
Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord  
from the AC outlet.  
On cleaning the air filter  
• Clean the air filter whenever you replace  
the lamp.  
• Refer to the “Cleaning the Air Filter” on  
page 48 for the air filter cleaning.  
On cleaning the lens  
The lens surface is especially treated to  
reduce reflection of light.  
As incorrect maintenance may impair the  
performance of the projector, take care with  
respect to the following:  
• 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.  
• Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such  
as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth.  
• Stubborn stains may be removed with a  
soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass  
cleaning cloth lightly dampened with  
water.  
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 unit in a room  
where floor and walls are not of light-  
reflecting material. If the floor and walls  
are of reflecting material, it is  
• Never use solvent such as alcohol, benzene  
or thinner, or acid, alkaline or abrasive  
detergent, or chemical cleaning cloth, as  
they will damage the lens surface.  
On cleaning the cabinet  
• Clean the cabinet gently with a soft dry  
cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed  
recommended that the carpet and wall  
paper be changed to a dark color.  
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with a cloth lightly dampened with mild  
detergent solution, followed by wiping  
with a soft dry cloth.  
Notes on Installation  
and Usage  
• Use of alcohol, benzene, thinner or  
insecticide may damage the finish of the  
cabinet or remove the indications on the  
cabinet. Do not use these chemicals.  
• If you rub on the cabinet with a stained  
cloth, the cabinet may be scratched.  
• If the cabinet is in contact with a rubber or  
vinyl resin product for a long period of  
time, the finish of the cabinet may  
Unsuitable Installation  
Do not install the unit in the following  
situations. These installations may cause  
malfunction or damage to the unit.  
deteriorate or the coating may come off.  
Poorly ventilated  
On LCD projector  
• The LCD 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 projector.  
This is a normal result of the  
manufacturing process and does not  
indicate a malfunction.  
• 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 automatically after one minute.  
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• Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 /8  
inches) around the unit.  
• Be careful that the ventilation holes may  
inhale tininess such as a piece of paper.  
Highly heated and humid  
• Avoid installing the unit in a location  
where the temperature or humidity is very  
high, or temperature is very low.  
• To avoid moisture condensation, do not  
install the unit in a location where the  
temperature may rise rapidly.  
Notes on Installation and Usage  
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Subject to direct cool or warm air  
from an air-conditioner  
Usage in High Altitude  
When using the unit at an altitude of 1,500 m  
or higher, set the “High Altitude Mode” to  
“On” in the Installation menu. Failing to set  
this mode when using the unit at high  
altitudes could have adverse effects, such as  
reducing the reliability of certain  
Installing in such a location may cause  
malfunction of the unit due to moisture  
condensation or rise in temperature.  
components.  
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 unit or the zooming  
magnifications. This is not a malfunction of  
the unit.  
Near a heat or smoke sensor  
Malfunction of the sensor may be caused.  
Very dusty, extremely smoky  
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 air  
filter whenever you replace the lamp.  
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Notes on Installation and Usage  
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Do not use the Security bar for  
transporting or installation  
Unsuitable Conditions  
Do not use the unit under the following  
conditions.  
Do not topple the unit  
Use the Security bar at the side of the  
projector for a purpose of preventing theft,  
by attaching a commercially available theft  
prevention cable for example. If you lift the  
projector by holding the Security bar, or  
hang the projector by using this bar, it may  
cause the projector to fall or be damaged.  
Avoid using as the unit topples over on its  
side. It may cause malfunction.  
Do not tilt right/left  
Avoid using as the unit tilts more than 20  
degrees. Do not install the unit other than on  
the floor or ceiling. These installations may  
cause malfunction.  
Do not block the ventilation holes  
Avoid using something to cover over the  
ventilation holes (exhaust/intake);  
otherwise, the internal heat may build up.  
Do not place a blocking object just  
in front of the lens  
Do not place any object just in front of the  
lens that may block the light during  
projection. Heat from the light may damage  
the object. Use the PIC MUTING key to cut  
off the picture.  
Notes on Installation and Usage  
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B Overview  
This manual contains explanations for the  
VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125,  
VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPL-  
CW125 all together. Be aware that the  
VPL-CX155 is mainly used for  
explanation of the display, and there may  
be an item that is not displayed due to the  
model.  
About the Supplied  
Manuals  
The following manuals and softwares are  
supplied with the projector.  
On Macintosh system, you can read only the  
Operating Instructions.  
Manuals  
Safety Regulations (separately  
printed manual)  
This manual describes important notes and  
cautions to which you have to pay attention  
when handling and using this projector.  
Quick Reference Manual (separately  
printed manual)  
This manual describes basic operations for  
projecting pictures after you have made the  
required connections.  
Operating Instructions (on the CD-  
ROM) (this manual)  
This Operating Instructions describes the  
setup and operations of this projector.  
Operating Instructions for Network  
(on the CD-ROM)  
This Operating Instructions describes how to  
set up and operate the network presentation.  
Note  
You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or  
higher is installed to read the Operating  
Instructions stored on the CD-ROM.  
Software (on the CD-ROM)  
Projector Station for Air Shot  
Version 2 (Version 2.xx) (Japanese  
and English only)  
This is an application software for  
transmitting data from a computer to the  
projector.  
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projector. Clean the air filter whenever you  
replace the lamp.  
Features  
ID function (VPL-CX125/CX155/  
CW125 only)  
The function allows you to adjust or control  
each projector individually with one Remote  
Commander when you use two or more  
projectors in one room.  
High brightness, high picture  
quality  
High brightness  
Adoption of Sony’s unique optical system  
provides a high-efficiency optical system. It  
allows light output of 3500 lumen for the  
VPL-CX150/CX155, 3000 lumen for the  
VPL-CX120/CX125/CW125 and 2700  
lumen for the VPL-CX100.  
System expandability using a  
network (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125  
only)  
Connection to a LAN allows you to turn the  
projector on/off away from the installation  
location via a Web browser or to obtain  
projector status information such as the lamp  
timer.  
High picture quality  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/  
CX155  
Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA  
panels with approximately 790,000 effective  
pixels produce a resolution of 1024 × 768  
dots (horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and  
750 horizontal TV lines for video input.  
Side Shot (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125  
only)  
The projector supports the Side Shot feature  
(horizontal trapezoidal correction function),  
enabling projection from the side of the  
screen. Installation becomes possible in a  
wider variety of locations.  
VPL-CW125  
Three super-high-aperture 0.74-inch  
WXGA panels with approximately  
1,090,000 effective pixels produce a  
resolution of 1366 × 800 dots (horizontal/  
vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal  
TV lines for video input.  
Security Functions  
Security lock  
This function makes it possible to prevent  
projection of a picture on the screen unless  
the required password is entered when the  
projector is turned on.  
Versatile installation capability  
Capable of floor, ceiling or tilt  
installation  
In addition to the front floor or ceiling  
installation, you can install the projector by  
tilting it 90 degrees at the rear or 90 degrees  
in front.  
Panel key lock  
This function locks all the keys on the  
control panel of the projector, allowing use  
of the keys on the Remote Commander. This  
prevents the projector from operating  
incorrectly.  
Direct Power On/Off function  
Network Presentation (VPL-CX125/  
CX155/CW125 only)  
Any image of a computer, if it is connected  
to a LAN by wired or wireless connection,  
can be projected by connecting a network  
cable to the NETWORK connector (RJ-45)  
of the projector.  
The AC power of the entire system can be  
directly turned on/off with a breaker or other  
switch without pressing the power key on the  
projector.  
Simple maintenance  
Even when the projector is mounted on the  
ceiling you can change the lamp or clean the  
air filter easily because the replacement  
lamp is located at the rear of the projector  
and the air filter is located at the front of the  
For details, refer to the “Operating  
Instructions for Network.”  
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Other Convenient Functions  
• Low fan noise makes your presentation  
comfortable  
• On-screen menu in 15 languages  
• Picture/Audio muting  
• Freeze  
• Lamp mode switching function  
• Low power consumption in standby  
• Security bar  
About Trademarks  
• Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe  
Systems Incorporated.  
• Windows is a registered trademark of  
Microsoft Corporation in the United States  
and/or other countries.  
• VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA 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 the  
Video Electronics Standard Association.  
• Display Data Channel is a trademark of the  
Video Electronics Standard Association.  
• Air Shot is a trademark of Sony  
corporation.  
• Side Shot is a trademark of Sony  
corporation.  
• All other trademarks and registered  
trademarks are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective holders. In  
this manual, and ® marks are not  
specified.  
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Location and Function of Controls (Main  
Unit)  
Top/Front/Side  
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Rear/Side/Bottom  
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a Lens  
Note  
Remove the lens cap before projection.  
To maintain optimal performance, clean  
the air filter whenever you replace the  
lamp.  
b Front remote control detector  
c Air filter cover  
For details, see “Cleaning the Air  
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d Control panel/Indicator  
For details, see “Control Panel” on  
e Ventilation holes (exhaust)  
f Adjuster adjustment button  
g Lamp cover  
h Ventilation holes (intake)  
i Adjusters  
j Rear remote control detector  
k Connector/Connector Panel  
l Zoom ring  
Adjusts the picture size.  
m Focus ring  
Adjusts the picture focus.  
n Security lock  
Connects to an optional security cable  
(from Kensington).  
Web page address:  
o Security bar  
An anti-theft chain or wire  
(commercially available) can be  
connected to it. First remove the cover  
attached in the factory before use. Refer  
shapes.  
p Speaker  
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Control Panel  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
LAMP/  
COVER  
ON/  
STANDBY  
PUSH  
ENTER  
PIC  
INPUT  
KEYSTONE  
MENU  
MUTING  
– Lights in orange when the power  
saving mode is on.  
a LAMP/COVER indicators  
Flashes in orange under the following  
conditions:  
For details, see page 51.  
• A reception rate of 2 flashes when the  
lamp cover or air filter cover is not  
secured firmly.  
• A reception rate of 3 flashes when the  
lamp has reached the end of its life or  
reaches a high temperature.  
c ?/1 (On/Standby) key  
Turns on the projector when it is in  
standby mode. When you push this key,  
the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in  
green and then lights in green when the  
projector is ready to operate.  
To turn off the power, press the ?/1 key  
twice according to the message or hold  
the ?/1 key for about one second.  
For details, see page 51.  
b ON/STANDBY indicator  
Lights up or flashes under the following  
conditions:  
d INPUT key  
– Lights in red when the AC power cord  
is plugged into a wall outlet. Once the  
projector is in standby mode, you can  
turn it on with the ?/1 key.  
– Flashes in red when the internal  
temperature is high or the electrical  
system has failed.  
– Lights in green when the projector is  
turned on, and when it is ready to  
operate.  
– Flashes in green from the time when  
the projector is turned on until the  
projector is ready to operate. Also,  
flashes in green while the cooling fan  
is running after the power is turned off  
with the ?/1 key. The fan runs for  
about 60 seconds after the power is  
turned off.  
Select the input signal. Each time you  
press the key the input signal switches.  
e KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal  
distortion correction) key  
Adjusts the trapezoidal distortion of the  
image. Pressing this key, V KEYSTONE  
(Vertical trapezoidal distortion  
correction) adjustment menu is  
displayed. Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/  
B) for adjustment.  
In the case of models VPL-CX125/  
CX155/CW125, Side Shot (Horizontal  
trapezoid distortion correction) can be  
adjusted by pressing this button again.  
Adjust it by the v/V/b/B key.  
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f MENU key  
h PIC MUTING key  
Cuts off the picture. Press again to  
restore the picture.  
Displays the on-screen menu. Press  
again to clear the menu.  
g PUSH ENTER/v/V/b/B (Arrow)  
keys  
Used to enter the settings of items in the  
menu system, select a menu, or make  
various adjustments.  
Connector Panel  
Side  
1
2
3
RGB  
AUDIO  
RGB  
AUDIO  
NETWORK  
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
INPUT  
C
MONITOR  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
AUDIO  
RS-232C  
REMOTE  
S
VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
4
5
6
7
For details, see “Connecting a  
a INPUT C (VPL-CX125/CX155/  
CW125 only)  
NETWORK connector (RJ-45)  
Connects to the LAN cable when the  
network function is in use.  
AUDIO jack (stereo minijack)  
To listen to sound output from a  
computer, connect via this jack to the  
audio output of the computer.  
CAUTION  
For safety, do not connect the connector  
for peripheral device wiring that might  
have excessive voltage to this port.  
Follow the instructions for this port.  
For details, see “Connecting a  
c INPUT B  
b INPUT A  
Analog RGB connector (HD D-sub  
15-pin, female)  
Connect to external equipment such as a  
computer.  
Connects to the monitor output of a  
computer using the supplied cable or an  
optional cable.  
Analog RGB connector (HD D-sub  
15-pin, female)  
Inputs a computer signal, video GBR  
signal, component signal, or DTV signal  
depending on the connected equipment.  
Connects to the output connector of  
equipment using the supplied cable or an  
optional cable.  
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AUDIO jack (stereo minijack)  
To listen to sound output from a  
computer, connect via this jack to the  
audio output of the computer.  
Remote Commander  
The supplied remote commander differs  
according to the model. Refer to the relevant  
page.  
d AC IN socket  
Connects the supplied AC power cord.  
VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125: Page 17.  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150: Page 19.  
e OUTPUT  
MONITOR connector (HD D-sub  
15-pin, female)  
VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125  
Connect to the video input connector of  
the monitor. Outputs signals from the  
selected channel and computer signals  
only from among the signals from the  
INPUT A or INPUT B.  
The keys that have the same names as those  
on the control panel function identically.  
AUDIO jack (stereo minijack)  
Connects to external active speakers.  
The volume of the speakers can be  
controlled by the VOLUME +/– keys on  
the Remote Commander.  
wa  
COMMAND  
OFF  
ON  
1
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INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
INPUT  
C
2
3
When INPUT A or B is selected, the  
sound input to the AUDIO connector of  
INPUT A or B is output.  
When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected,  
the sound input to the AUDIO input  
connector of VIDEO IN is output.  
INPUT  
D
INPUT  
E
AIR  
SHOT  
VIDEO  
S VIDEO  
MENU  
APA  
4
5
6
ql  
qk  
qj  
qh  
ENTER  
RESET  
SHIFT  
f VIDEO IN (Video input)  
Connects to external video equipment .  
S VIDEO jack (mini DIN 4-pin)  
Connects to the S video output (Y/C  
video output) of video equipment.  
VIDEO jack (phono type)  
Connects to the composite video output  
of video equipment.  
FOCUS  
ZOOM  
qg  
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8
9
KEY  
STONE  
ASPECT  
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MUTING VOLUME  
PIC  
+
+
qf  
qd  
AUDIO  
FREEZE  
0
ID MODE  
AUDIO jack  
Connect to the audio output of video  
equipment.  
1
2
3
qa  
g REMOTE  
RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin,  
female)  
qs  
Connects to a computer to operate the  
projector from the computer.  
a ?/1 (On/Standby) key  
b INPUT A/B/C/D/E keys  
Selects the input signal output from the  
connector of the same name as those of  
the Remote Commander.  
INPUT D key and INPUT E key are not  
used in this model.  
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c AIR SHOT key  
Displays the Network Presentation  
Home.  
l CONTROL S OUT jack (stereo  
mini-jack)  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
For details, see Operating Instructions  
for Network (stored on the CD-ROM).  
m MUTING keys  
Cut off the picture and sound.  
PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again  
to restore the picture.  
AUDIO: Press to temporarily cut off  
the audio output from the speaker.  
Press again, or press the VOLUME+  
key to restore the sound.  
d APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key  
Automatically adjusts a picture to its  
clearest while a signal is input from a  
computer.  
For details, see “Smart APA” in “The  
e ENTER key  
n D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key  
Enlarges the image at a desired location  
on the screen.  
f RESET key  
Resets the value of an item to its factory  
preset value or returns the enlarged  
image with D ZOOM key to its original  
size. This key functions when the menu  
or a setting item is displayed on the  
screen.  
This function is available when the PC  
signal is input.  
o ZOOM +/– keys  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
g KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal  
p FOCUS +/– keys  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
distortion correction) key  
h ASPECT key  
Select the aspect ratio of the picture.  
Each time you press this key the aspect  
ratio changes according to the input  
signals.  
q SHIFT +/– keys  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
r M/m/</, keys (Arrow)  
These keys have same function as the v/  
V/b/B keys on the Control Panel of the  
main unit.  
i VOLUME +/– keys  
j FREEZE key  
Freezes the projected picture. To cancel  
the frozen picture, press the key again.  
This function is available when the PC  
signal is input.  
s MENU key  
t COMMAND ON/OFF switch  
When this switch is set to OFF, the keys  
on the Remote Commander do not  
function. This saves battery power.  
k ID MODE 1/2/3 keys  
When you apply the same identification  
number as the projector to a Remote  
Commander you can easily adjust or  
control each projector with a Remote  
Commander whenever you use two or  
more projectors in one room.  
u Infrared transmitter  
For details, see “ID Mode” in the  
Installation menu on page 42.  
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VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150  
The keys that have the same names as those  
on the control panel function identically.  
1 Push and slide the lid to open it, then  
install the two size AA (R6) batteries  
(supplied) with the correct polarity.  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
While pressing the lid, slide it.  
APA  
KEY  
INPUT  
qa  
qs  
STONE /TILT  
LENS  
ENTER  
qd  
qf  
qg  
AUTO  
FOUS  
REET  
MENU  
FREEZE  
D
ZOOM  
VOLUME  
PIC  
MUTING  
AUDIO  
MUTING  
8
9
qh  
Be sure to install the battery from  
the # side.  
a INPUT key  
b APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key  
Automatically adjusts a picture to its  
clearest while a signal is input from a  
computer.  
For details, see “Smart APA” in “The  
2 Replace the lid.  
c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal  
Notes on Remote Commander  
operation  
distortion correction) key  
• 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 front or  
rear remote control detector.  
d LENS key  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
e AUTO FOCUS key  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
• The operation range is limited. The shorter  
the distance between the Remote  
Commander and the projector is, the wider  
the angle within which the commander can  
control the projector becomes.  
f RESET key  
Resets the value of an item to its factory  
preset value or returns the enlarged  
image with D ZOOM key to its original  
size. This key functions when the menu  
or a setting item is displayed on the  
screen.  
g FREEZE key  
Freezes the projected picture. To cancel  
the frozen picture, press the key again.  
This function is available when the PC  
signal is input.  
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h PIC MUTING key  
i D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key  
Enlarges the image at a desired location  
on the screen.  
j Infrared transmitter  
k ?/1 (On/Standby) key  
l v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys  
m ENTER key  
Face the +  
side up.  
3 Put the lithium battery holder back  
into the Remote Commander.  
n MENU key  
Notes on the lithium battery  
o VOLUME +/– keys  
• A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is  
used in the Remote Commander. Do not  
use batteries other than CR2025.  
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of  
children.  
• Should the battery be swallowed,  
immediately consult a doctor.  
p AUDIO MUTING key  
Press to temporarily cut off the audio  
output from the speaker and from the  
AUDIO jack of the OUTPUT. Press  
again or press the VOLUME + key to  
restore the sound.  
Notes on Remote Commander  
operation  
Before using the Remote  
Commander  
• 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.  
Pull out the clear film from the lithium  
battery holder.  
To replace a battery  
1 Release the lock of the lithium battery  
holder by picking it, and pull out the  
holder from the Remote Commander.  
2 Install the lithium battery.  
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B Projecting the Picture  
Installing the Projector  
The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the projected  
image. Use the following table as a guide.  
Screen  
Distance between the screen  
and the center of the lens  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155  
(When an XGA signal is input)  
Unit: m (feet)  
Projected  
image size  
(diagonal)  
(inches)  
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
Minimum  
Distance  
1.2  
1.8  
2.4  
3.0  
3.6  
4.5  
5.4  
6.0  
7.5  
9.1  
(3.9) (5.9) (7.9) (9.8) (11.8) (14.8) (17.7) (19.7) (24.6) (29.9)  
1.4 2.1 2.8 3.5 4.1 5.2 6.2 6.9 8.7 10.4  
(4.6) (6.9) (9.2) (11.5) (13.5) (17.1) (20.3) (22.6) (28.5) (34.1)  
Maximum  
Distance  
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table  
above.  
VPL-CW125  
(When “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to “Full 2”)  
Unit: m (feet)  
Projected  
image size  
(diagonal)  
(inches)  
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
Minimum  
Distance  
1.3  
1.9  
2.6  
3.2  
3.9  
4.9  
5.9  
6.5  
8.1  
9.8  
(4.3) (6.2) (8.5) (10.5) (12.8) (16.1) (19.4) (21.3) (26.6) (32.2)  
Maximum  
Distance  
1.5 2.2 3.0 3.7 4.5 5.6 6.7 7.5 9.4 11.3  
(4.9) (7.2) (9.8) (12.1) (14.8) (18.4) (22.0) (24.6) (30.8) (37.1)  
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There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table  
above.  
Notes for VPL-CW125 only  
• When “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to other than “Full 2”, black bands appear at the top and  
bottom or right and left of the screen.  
• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “4:3”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be  
approximately 84 % of “Full 2” size.  
• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “16:9”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be  
approximately 99 % of “Full 2” size.  
For details on installation, see “Installation Diagram” on page 59.  
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Connecting a Computer  
Connecting the  
Projector  
This section describes how to connect the  
projector to a computer.  
For more information, refer to the  
computer’s instruction manual.  
When you connect the projector,  
make sure to:  
• Turn off all equipment before making any  
connections.  
To connect a computer  
Side  
• 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 by the plug, not the cable itself.  
RGB  
AUDI
RGB  
AUDIO  
NETWORK  
INPUT  
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
C
MONITOR  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
RS-232C  
REMOTE  
S
VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO IN  
For VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125, when  
connecting to a LAN using a LAN cable, see  
“Operating Instructions for Network”  
stored on the CD-ROM.  
to audio output  
Computer  
to monitor output  
A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)  
(Use a no-resistance cable.)  
B HD D-sub 15-pin cable  
Notes  
• The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA,  
WXGA, SXGA and SXGA+ signals.  
However, we recommend that you set the  
output mode of your computer to XGA  
(VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/  
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CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the  
external monitor.  
Connecting a VCR  
• If you set your computer, such as a notebook  
computer, 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.  
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  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with your computer.  
Side  
Note  
To connect a Macintosh computer equipped  
with a video output connector of a type having  
two rows of pins, use a commercially available  
plug adaptor.  
RGB  
AUDIO  
RGB  
AUDIO  
NETWORK  
INPUT  
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
C
MONITOR  
AUDIO  
EO  
AUDIO  
RS-232C  
REMOTE  
S
VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
EO IN  
to audio  
output (L)  
to audio  
output  
(R)  
to S  
video  
output  
to video  
output  
VCR  
A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)  
(Use a no-resistance cable.)  
B Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable  
(not supplied)  
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To connect to a video GBR/  
Component output connector  
Side  
AUDIO  
RGB  
AUDIO  
NETWORK  
INPUT  
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
C
MONITOR  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
AUDIO  
RS-232C  
REMOTE  
S
VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
to  
to audio  
output  
(R)  
audio  
output  
(L)  
to video  
GBR/  
component  
output  
VCR  
A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)  
(Use a no-resistance cable.)  
B Signal Cable (not supplied)  
HD D-sub 15-pin (male) 3 × phono jack  
Notes  
• Set the aspect ratio using “Aspect” on the  
Signal menu according to the input signal.  
• When you connect the projector to a video  
GBR output connector, select “Video GBR”  
or when you connect the projector to a  
component output connector, select  
“Component” with the “Input-A Signal Sel.”  
setting on the Setup menu.  
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C
R
E V  
L
A
A
T
S
/
P
M
Y B D N  
/
N
O
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I
T
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P
T
S Y E K  
E
N
O
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N
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S
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N
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NET  
INP  
WORK  
UT  
C
RGB  
INPUT  
A
AUDIO  
N
IT  
OR  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
RGB  
LAMP/  
COVER  
ON/  
STANDBY  
PUSH  
ENTER  
PIC  
INP  
S
INPUT  
KEYSTONE  
MENU  
V
ID  
UT  
AUDIO  
RS  
E
B
O
MUTING  
DEO  
V
I
D
E
O
I
N
A
UDIO  
-232C  
REMOTE  
ON/STANDBY indicator  
Front remote  
control detector  
7
1
6
COMMAND  
OFF  
ON  
2
4
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
INPUT  
C
2
4
INPUT  
D
INPUT  
E
AIR  
SHOT  
APA  
KEY  
INT  
VIDEO  
S VIDEO  
STONE /TILT  
LENS  
ENTER  
MENU  
APA  
AUTO  
FOCUS  
RESET  
MENU  
ENTER  
FREEZE  
RESET  
SHIFT  
D
ZOOM  
VOLUME  
PIC  
MUTING  
AUDIO  
MUTING  
FOCUS  
ZOOM  
KEY  
STONE  
ASPECT  
VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150  
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall  
4 Select the input source.  
outlet, then connect all equipment.  
To operate with the Remote  
Commander of VPL-CX125/  
CX155/CW125  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in  
red and the projector goes into standby  
mode.  
You can select directly the input signal  
you want to project by pressing one key  
from among INPUT A, B, C, AIR  
SHOT, VIDEO or S VIDEO on the  
Remote Commander.  
2 Press the ?/1 key.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in  
green, and then lights in green.  
3 Turn on the equipment connected to  
the projector.  
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To operate with the Control Panel  
or the Remote Commander of  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150  
Each time you press the INPUT key, the  
input signal switches as follows:  
all-in-one LCD type, you may have to  
switch the computer to output to the  
projector by pressing certain keys (e.g.,  
, etc.), or by  
changing your computer’s settings.  
or  
and  
* VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only  
To input from  
Press INPUT  
to display  
Note  
Computer, Component, Input-A  
Video GBR etc.  
connected to the  
The key used for switching the computer to  
output to the projector varies depending on  
the type of computer.  
INPUT A connector  
Computer, etc.  
connected to the  
INPUT B connector  
Input-B  
6 Adjust the upper or lower position of  
the picture.  
Use the adjuster to adjust the picture  
position.  
Using the adjuster  
1 Lift the projector while pressing the  
Adjuster adjustment button.  
2 Adjust the tilt of the projector.  
3 Release the Adjuster adjustment  
button.  
Computer connected to Input-C  
LAN to use the network (VPL-  
presentation function  
CX125/  
CX155/  
CW125 only)  
Video equipment  
Video  
connected to the VIDEO  
input connector  
4 When fine-tuning is necessary, turn  
Video equipment  
connected to the  
S VIDEO input  
connector  
S-Video  
the Adjuster right and left.  
Notes  
• 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.  
• When the no signal is input to the VPL-  
CX125/CX155/CW125, “Input-C” is  
selected.  
2
13  
For details, see “Auto Input Search” in  
the Function Menu on page 39.  
4
5 Switch the equipment connected to  
output to the projector.  
Notes  
Depending on the type of your  
computer, for example a notebook, or an  
• When you adjust the tilt of the projector  
with the adjuster, the V keystone  
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adjustment is performed at the same  
time. If you do not want to perform the  
automatic keystone adjustment, set the  
“V Keystone” to “Manual.” (See  
page 41.)  
Turning Off the  
Power  
• If you set the “V Keystone” to “Auto,”  
the “V Keystone” correction is  
1 Press the ?/1 key.  
“POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key  
again.” appears to confirm that you want  
to turn off the power.  
automatically adjusted. However, it may  
not be perfectly adjusted depending on  
the room temperature or the screen  
angle. In this case, adjust it manually.  
Press the KEYSTONE key to “V  
Keystone” displays on the screen, and  
adjust the value with the v/V/b/B keys.  
• Be careful not to let the projector down  
on your fingers.  
Note  
The message disappears if you press any  
key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not  
press any key for five seconds.  
• Do not push hard on the top of the  
projector with the adjuster extended. It  
may cause a malfunction.  
2 Press the ?/1 key again.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in  
green and the fan continues to run to  
reduce the internal heat. During this  
time, you will not be able to light up the  
ON/STANDBY indicator again with the  
?/1 key.  
7 Adjust the size of the picture and the  
focus.  
Adjust the picture size using the Zoom  
ring and adjust the picture focus using  
the Focus ring.  
3 Unplug the AC power cord from the  
wall outlet after the fan stops running  
and the ON/STANDBY indicator  
lights in red.  
When you cannot confirm the on-  
screen message  
When you cannot confirm the on-screen  
message under certain conditions, you can  
turn off the power by holding the ?/1 key for  
about one second instead of the steps 1 and  
2 above.  
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B Convenient Functions  
Selecting the Menu Language  
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:  
ON/STANDBY  
indicator  
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R
E V  
L
A
A
T
S
/
P
M
Y B D N  
/
N
O
2
3
4,5,6  
N
I
T
U
P
E
N
O
T
S Y E K  
E
U N  
M
R
E
T
N
E
H
S
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P
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P
M
G
N
I
T
C I  
NET  
INPU  
WORK  
T
C
R
GB  
INP  
UT  
A
M
A
ONITR  
UDIO  
LAMP/  
COVER  
ON/  
STANDBY  
PUSH  
ENTER  
PIC  
OUTPUT  
INPUT  
KEYSTONE  
MENU  
RG  
AUDIO  
B
MUTING  
IN  
S
VIDEO  
PUT  
B
AUD  
IO  
VIE
V
I
D
E
O
I
N
AUD  
IO  
S-232C  
REMOTE  
1
Front remote  
control detector  
COMMAND  
OFF  
ON  
2
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
INPUT  
C
INPUT  
D
INPUT  
E
AIR  
SHOT  
APA  
KEY  
INPUT  
2
VIDEO  
S VIDEO  
STONE /TILT  
3
4,5,6  
LENS  
ENTER  
MU  
APA  
4,5,6  
3
AUTO  
FOCUS  
RESET  
MU  
ENTER  
FREEZE  
RESET  
SHIFT  
D
ZOOM  
VOLUME  
PIC  
MUTING  
AUDIO  
MUTING  
FOCUS  
ZOOM  
KEY  
STONE  
ASPECT  
VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150  
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall  
outlet.  
2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the  
projector.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in  
green, and then lights in green.  
3 Press the MENU key.  
The menu appears.  
The menu currently selected is shown as  
a yellow button.  
4 Press the v or V key to select the  
Setup menu, then press the B or  
ENTER key.  
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The selected menu appears.  
Security Lock  
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.  
Notes  
• When the security lock becomes effective,  
you are required to input the password only  
when you turn the projector on after  
disconnecting or reconnecting the cable.  
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.  
5 Press the v or V key to select  
“Language,” then press the B or  
ENTER key.  
To use the security lock  
1 Press the MENU key and then, on the  
Function menu, turn on the “Security  
Lock” setting.  
6 Press the v, V, b or B key to select a  
language, then press the ENTER key.  
2 Enter the password.  
The menu changes to the selected  
language.  
Use the MENU, v/V/b/B, and ENTER  
keys to enter the four-digit password.  
(The default initial password setting is  
“ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”  
After this is entered you can put in your  
own password. Therefore, when you use  
this function for the first time, please  
input “ENTER” four times.)  
To clear the menu  
Press the MENU key.  
The menu also disappears automatically if a  
key is not pressed for one minute.  
Next, the screen for entering the new  
password is displayed. (Enter the  
password on this screen even if you want  
to keep the current password.)  
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Enter the password on this screen.  
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/regions.) Once your  
identity has been confirmed, we will provide  
you with the password.  
3 Enter the password again to confirm.  
When “Security Lock enabled!” is  
displayed on the menu screen, the  
setting for security lock is completed.  
If “Invalid Password!” is displayed on  
the menu screen, perform this procedure  
again from step 1.  
4 Turn the main power off and  
disconnect the AC power cord.  
The security lock is set to on, then it  
becomes effective. The screen used for  
entering the password is displayed when  
the power is turned on the next time.  
Security certification  
When the password screen 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 ?/1 key to turn off the power.  
To cancel the security lock  
1 Press the MENU key, then turn off the  
Security Lock” setting in the Function  
menu.  
2 Enter the password.  
Enter the password that was set.  
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By pressing the + key repeatedly, the  
image size (ratio of enlargement: max. 4  
times) increases.  
Other Functions  
Direct Power On/Off Function  
If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn  
the power for the entire system on and off,  
set the direct power on function to “On.”  
When you turn off the power, you can also  
just unplug the power cord without pressing  
the ?/1 key.  
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 section of 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 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.  
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.  
The digital zoom icon appears in the  
center of the image.  
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 portion of the image where the icon  
is located is enlarged. The enlargement  
ratio is displayed on the screen for a few  
seconds.  
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Controlling the Computer  
Using a Presentation Tool,  
RM-PJPK1 (not supplied)  
(When Using the Network  
Presentation Function) (VPL-  
CX125/CX155/CW125 only)  
When you are using the network  
presentation function to project the picture  
from a computer, you can perform some  
operations for a slide show using a  
presentation tool (not supplied). The  
following keys on the presentation tool are  
usable.  
Key  
Function  
*
LASER  
Emits a laser beam.  
G SLIDE g  
Changes the slides in  
the forward/backward  
direction.  
B
Displays/cancels a  
black screen during the  
slide show.  
* Even if the network presentation function is  
not used, the LASER key can be used.  
Notes  
• If there is any obstruction between the  
presentation tool and the remote control  
detector on the projector, the presentation  
tool may not function properly.  
• A black screen may not be displayed even if  
you press the “B” key depending on the  
operating system (OS) of the language of  
your computer.  
• When you use the presentation tool, set “ID  
Mode” in the Installation menu to “All” or  
“1.”  
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B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu  
Pop-up menu  
Items that can  
be set  
Using a MENU  
Status:  
On  
English  
The projector is equipped with an on-screen  
Picture  
Language:  
Input-A Signal Sel.:  
menu for making various adjustments and  
settings. Some of the adjustable/setting  
items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a  
setting menu or adjustment menu with no  
main menu, or in the next menu window. If  
you select an item name followed by an  
arrow (B), the next menu window with the  
setting items appears.  
Auto  
Signal  
Color System:  
Auto  
NTSC3.58  
PAL  
Lamp Timer Reset  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
SECAM  
NTSC4.43  
PAL-M  
PAL-N  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
To change the on-screen menu language, see  
Setting menu  
Display items  
There are explanations for VPL-CX100,  
VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150,  
VPL-CX155 and VPL-CW125 all together  
in this manual. Be please aware that VPL-  
CX155 is mainly used for explanation of the  
display, and there may be an item that is not  
displayed due to the model.  
Adjustment menu  
Next menu window  
Items that can  
be set  
1 Press the MENU key.  
The menu appears.  
Adjust Picture  
Picture  
Standard  
Contrast:  
80  
Brightness:  
50  
Signal  
V Keystone:  
Side Shot:  
Image Flip:  
Auto  
Picture  
Sharpness:  
50  
0
Gamma Mode:  
Color Temp.:  
Graphics  
High  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Off  
Signal  
Background:  
Lamp Mode:  
IR Receiver:  
ID Mode:  
Blue  
Standard  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Front & Rear  
All  
Direct Power On:  
High Altitude Mode:  
Off  
Off  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
4 Make the setting or adjustment of an  
item.  
2 Use the v or V key to select a menu,  
• When changing the adjustment  
level:  
To increase the number, press the v or  
then press the B or ENTER key.  
The items that can be set or adjusted  
with the selected menu appear. The item  
presently selected is shown in yellow.  
B key.  
To decrease the number, press the Vor  
b key.  
3 Select an item.  
Press the ENTER key. The setting or  
adjustment done is stored and the  
previous screen is restored.  
• When changing the setting:  
Press the v or V key to select the  
setting.  
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, in a setting menu, in an  
adjustment menu or in the next menu  
window.  
Press the ENTER or B key to restore  
the previous screen.  
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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  
Select the item that you want to reset, and  
press the RESET key on the Remote  
Commander.  
“Complete!” appears on the screen and the  
setting of the item that you have selected is  
reset to its factory preset value.  
Items that can be reset are:  
• “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue”  
and “Sharpness” on the “Adjust Picture...”  
menu of the Picture menu.  
• “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” on the  
“Adjust Signal...” menu of the Signal  
menu  
Storage of the settings  
The settings are automatically stored in the  
projector memory when the ENTER key is  
pressed.  
Note  
The resetting item of the Lamp timer setting is  
not memorized.  
If no signal is input  
If there is no input signal, “Cannot adjust  
this item.” appears on the screen.  
Unadjustable items  
Items that cannot be adjusted, depending on  
the input signal, are not displayed on the  
menu.  
For details, see page 45.  
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The Picture Menu  
The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume.  
Picture Mode:  
Adjust Picture  
Standard  
30  
Adjust Picture  
Contrast:  
Standard  
Picture  
Picture  
80  
50  
50  
Brightness:  
Sharpness:  
Gamma Mode:  
Color Temp.:  
Signal  
Signal  
Volume:  
Graphics  
Low:  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Picture Mode  
Selects the picture mode.  
Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a  
Standard  
“dynamic” picture.  
Standard: Normally select this setting. If the picture  
has roughness with the “Dynamic” setting, this  
setting reduces the roughness.  
Natural: Selects for the color more similar to the  
input picture.  
Adjust Picture...  
The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for  
each “Dynamic,” “Standard” or “Natural” picture mode separately.  
Contrast  
Brightness  
Color  
Adjusts the picture contrast.  
Adjusts the picture brightness.  
Adjusts color intensity.  
80  
50  
50  
50  
Hue  
Adjusts color tones. The higher the setting, the more  
greenish the picture becomes. The lower the setting,  
the more purplish.  
Sharpness  
Adjusts the picture sharpness. The higher the setting,  
the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the setting,  
the softer the picture becomes.  
50  
Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve.  
Graphics: Improves the reproduction of halftones.  
Graphics  
Photos can be reproduced in natural tones.  
Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for images  
that contain lots of text.  
Color Temp.  
Low  
Select a desired color temperature to suit a picture.  
When a computer signal  
High: Makes white part bluish.  
Middle: Makes white part reddish.  
Low: Makes white part greenish.  
When a video signal  
High: Turns white part to a bluish and cool tone.  
Middle: Turns white part o a natural tone.  
Low: Turns white part to a reddish and warm tone.  
Volume  
Adjusts the volume.  
30  
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The Signal Menu  
The Signal menu is used to adjust the input signal.  
Adjust Signal...menu (When the signal is input from a computer)  
Adjust Signal  
Aspect:  
Adjust Signal  
Dot Phase:  
H Size:  
Picture  
Picture  
Full 1  
12  
1344  
Signal  
Signal  
Shift:  
H: 235 V: 34  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Setting items  
Adjust Signal...  
Dot Phase  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal Set according to  
output from a computer.  
the input 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 a picture output from a  
computer. Adjust the setting according to the dots of  
the input signal.  
Set according to  
the input signal  
For details, see page 57.  
Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts the  
Set according to  
horizontal position of the picture.V adjusts the vertical the input signal  
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.  
Aspect (When the You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be  
Set according to  
the input signal  
video signal is  
input)  
displayed for the current input signal. This item is  
enabled only when an video signal (preset memory  
numbers 1 to 11) is input.  
Full 2: The original image is projected fully in the  
window.  
4:3: Select to view a picture with normal 4:3 aspect  
ratio.  
16:9: Select to view a picture squeezed.  
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Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Aspect (When the You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be  
PC signal is input) displayed for the current input signal. This item is  
enabled only when an PC signal (preset memory  
numbers 21 to 63) is input.  
Set according to  
the input signal  
Full 1: Displays a picture vertically or horizontally to  
fill the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the  
original picture.  
Full 2:The original image is projected fully in the  
window.  
Normal: 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.  
4:3: Makes the aspect ratio 4:3.  
16:9: Makes the aspect ratio 16:9.  
Note  
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.  
use these preset data items by adjusting “H  
Size.” Make finer adjustments by adjusting  
“Shift.”  
About the Preset Memory No.  
This projector has 43 types (VPL-CX100/  
CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155) or 44 types  
(VPL-CW125) 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 on the Information menu (see  
page 44). You can also adjust the preset data  
through the Signal menu.  
Signal  
Memory No. SIZE  
Super Mac-2  
SGI-1  
37  
37  
39  
41  
47  
47  
1312  
1320  
1328  
1456  
1708  
1600  
Macintosh 19"  
Macintosh 21"  
Sony News  
PC-9821  
1280 × 1024  
WS Sunmicro  
48  
1664  
This projector has 20 types of user memories  
for each of Input A and Input B 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 using  
the Signal menu, it will be registered in the  
projector. If more than 20 user memory  
items are registered, the newest memory  
always overwrites the oldest one.  
See the chart on page 58 to find if the signal  
is registered in the preset memory.  
Since the data for the following signals is  
recalled from the preset memory, you can  
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The Function Menu  
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.  
Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Smart APA  
The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically  
adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” on the  
Signal menu for the input signal from a computer.  
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 the APA key on the  
Remote Commander even if “Smart APA” set to  
“On.”  
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 in Off  
the following order: Input A, B, *C/Video/S-Video. It  
indicates the input channel when the INPUT key is  
pressed.  
*VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only  
Test Pattern  
When set to “On,” a test pattern is displayed on the  
screen during “V Keystone” or *“Side Shot”  
adjustment.  
Off  
*VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only  
Speaker  
Set to “Off” to cut the sound of the internal speakers.  
When set to “Off,” “Speaker: Off” apears on the screen  
when you turn on the power.  
On  
Start Up Image  
On: Displays the Start Up Image on the screen after On  
turning on the power.  
Off: Does not displays the Start Up Image on the  
screen after turning on the power.  
Standby Mode  
When set to “Low”, the power consumption is set to  
low in standby mode.  
Standard  
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Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Power Saving  
Selects the Power Saving mode.  
Off  
Lamp off: The lamp goes off if no signal is input for  
10 minutes. The lamp lights again when a signal is  
input or any key is pressed.  
Standby: The projector goes into Standby mode if  
no signal is input for 10 minutes. To use it, turn on  
the power again.  
Off: The projector does not go into Power Saving  
mode.  
Panel Key Lock  
Locks all the control panel keys on the top of the  
projector so that the projector can be operated only  
with the Remote Commander.  
Off  
To lock the control panel keys, set to “On.”  
When it is set to “On,” keeping the ?/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 press  
and hold 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.”  
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.  
Off  
Notes  
• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes  
a 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 type of input signal.  
• While WXGA signal (1280×768/1360×768) is being input, the adjustment process of when Smart  
APA is set to "On" may differ from when the APA key on the remote commander is pressed.  
• Adjust the “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” items on the Signal menu when you adjust the  
picture manually.  
• When “Standby mode” is set to “Low”, the network presentation and the network control functions  
cannot be used in standby mode.  
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The Installation Menu  
The Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.  
V Keystone:  
Side Shot:  
Auto  
Picture  
0
Image Flip:  
Off  
Signal  
Background:  
Lamp Mode:  
IR Receiver:  
ID Mode:  
Blue  
Standard  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Front & Rear  
All  
Direct Power On:  
High Altitude Mode:  
Off  
Off  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
V Keystone  
Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection Auto  
angle. Select “Auto” for automatic correction, or “Manual”  
for manual correction using the v/V/b/B keys.  
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.  
Side Shot  
(VPL-CX125/  
Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the picture  
using the v/V/b/B keys.  
0
CX155/CW125 When the right side is longer than the left side (  
)
)
only)  
Set to a higher value (+ direction).  
When the left side is longer than the right side (  
Set to a lower value (– direction).  
Set the adjustment level to “0” if you want to adjust the  
picture more widely using “V Keystone” only.  
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  
Selects the background color of the screen when no signal Blue  
is input to the projector. Select “Black” or “Blue.”  
Normally, set to “Blue.”  
Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection.  
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.  
Standard  
IR Receiver  
Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the  
front and rear of the projector.  
Front & Rear  
Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear  
detectors.  
Front: Activates the front detector only.  
Rear: Activates the rear detector only.  
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Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
ID Mode  
(VPL-CX125/  
Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to the projector when you  
want control two or more projectors individually with the  
All  
CX155/CW125 supplied Remote Commander. When this item is set to “1,”  
only)  
you can control the projector with the Remote Commander  
with the ID MODE key set to “1.” When it is set to “All,”  
you can control all the projectors with the Remote  
Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the  
Remote Commander.  
Direct Power On Set to “On” if you are using a circuit breaker to turn the  
power on/off the entire system. You can turn off the power  
just by unplugging the power cord without pressing the ?/1  
key.  
Off  
Off  
High Altitude  
Mode  
Set to “On” when the projector is used at an altitude of  
1,500 m or higher.  
Notes  
• The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending  
on the room temperature or the screen angle.  
• If you need fine adjustment when V Keystone is set to “Auto”, press the KEYSTONE key on the  
control panel or the remote commander, and change the value. The setting mode will be  
temporarily changed to “Manual” from “Auto”.  
• If you want restore the “Auto” setting, first switch the V Keystone setting to “Manual”, then return  
it to “Auto”.  
• When you want to apply the fine adjustment value the next time, change the V Keystone setting to  
“Manual” from Auto”.  
• If High Altitude Mode is set to “On” at an altitude under 1,500 m, the reliability of the lamp may  
be diminished.  
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The Setup Menu  
The Setup menu is used for changing the menu displays.  
Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
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 the power is  
turned off, and warning messages.  
Language  
Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen  
displays. The languages available are: English,  
Nederlands, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español,  
English  
Auto  
Português,  
, Svenska, Norsk,  
and  
,
,
,
.
Input-A Signal Sel. Selects the “Auto”, “Computer,” “Component,” or  
“Video GBR” signal input via the INPUT A connector.  
When the “Auto” is selected, the type of the input  
signal is detected automatically.  
When the input signal is not displayed correctly with  
this item set to Auto, select the item according to the  
input signal.  
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.  
Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer.  
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The Information Menu  
The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical  
frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp.  
Model name  
Serial number  
Memory No. (Memory number of an input signal)  
Signal type  
Setting items  
Functions  
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.  
Memory No.  
Displays the preset memory number of the input  
signal.  
Signal type  
Displays the type of the input signal.  
Lamp Timer  
Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.  
Notes  
• Horizontal frequency and Vertical frequency may not be displayed depending on the  
input signal used on the projector.  
• You cannot change the displays listed above.  
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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.  
Picture menu  
Item  
Input signal  
Video GBR  
*4  
Video/S-Video Component  
(Y/C)  
Computer  
Network  
Picture Mode  
Contrast  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
Brightness  
Color  
*1  
z
z
*2  
Hue  
Color Temperature  
Sharpness  
Gamma Mode  
z
z
z
z
*3  
z
z
z
z : Adjustable/can be set  
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set  
*1  
: Except B & W  
*2  
: NTSC3.58 and NTSC4.43 only, except B & W  
: Preset memory No. 3, 4 only.  
*3  
*4  
: VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only.  
Signal menu  
Item  
Input signal  
Video GBR  
*6  
Video/S-Video Component  
(Y/C)  
Computer  
Network  
*5  
Aspect  
z
z
z
z
Adjust Signal  
Dot Phase  
H size  
z
z
z
Shift  
z
z
z : Adjustable/can be set  
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set  
*5  
: Can be set except preset memory number 49.  
: VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only.  
*6  
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B Maintenance  
Replacing the Lamp  
The lamp used as a light source is a  
consumable product. Replace this lamp with  
a new one in the following cases.  
• When the lamp has burnt out or dims  
• “Please replace the Lamp and clean the  
Filter.” appears on the screen.  
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• The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in  
red. (Repetition rate of 3 flashes)  
The lamp life varies depending on  
conditions of use.  
Use an LMP-C200 Projector Lamp as the  
replacement lamp.  
3 Place your fingers under the lamp  
cover and pull it up to remove the lamp  
cover.  
Use of lamps other than the LMP-C200 may  
cause damage to the projector.  
Note  
If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified Sony  
personnel for replacing the lamp and internal  
checking.  
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect  
4 Loosen the three screws on the lamp  
unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a),  
hold the knob (b), then pull out the  
lamp unit.  
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.  
Note  
When replacing the lamp after using the  
projector, wait at least an hour for the lamp  
to cool.  
2 Open the lamp cover by loosening the  
three screws with a Phillips  
screwdriver.  
Note  
Do not allow any metal objects, flammable  
objects, etc. into the lamp replacement slot.  
Note  
If you work with the projector hung on the  
ceiling, hold the lamp cover so it does not  
fall when you release the screws.  
5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until  
it is securely in place (a). Tighten the  
three screws (b).  
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10Select “Lamp Timer Reset”, and then  
press the ENTER key.  
11Select “Execute” with the V key, and  
then press the ENTER key.  
The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0, and  
“Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?”  
is displayed in the menu screen.  
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.  
Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?  
6 Restore the lamp cover to the original  
position and tighten the three screws  
with the Phillips screwdriver.  
Yes:  
No:  
12Select “Yes” with the v key.  
“Lamp Timer Reset Complete!” is  
displayed in the menu screen.  
Note  
To erase a message, press any key on the  
control panel of the projector or on the Remote  
Commander.  
Disposal of the used lamp  
For the customers in the USA  
Lamp in this product contains mercury.  
Disposal of these materials may be  
regulated due to environmental  
Note  
Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely  
as it was. If not, the projector cannot be  
turned on. (Page 51)  
considerations. For disposal or recycling  
information, please contact your local  
authorities or the Electronic Industries  
Alliance (www.eiae.org).  
7 Connect the power cord.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in  
red.  
8 Press the ?/1 key to turn the projector  
on.  
9 Press the MENU key, and then select  
the Setup menu.  
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Note  
Cleaning the Air  
Filter  
There is a difference between the front and  
rear of the air filter. Attach the air filter  
with the grid side facing upward as in the  
illustration.  
The air filter should be cleaned whenever  
you replace the lamp.  
Remove the air filter, and then remove the  
6 Replace the air filter cover.  
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.  
Notes  
• If the dust cannot be removed from the air  
filter, replace the air filter with a new one.  
For details on new air filter, consult with  
qualified Sony personnnel.  
• Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly;  
the power can not be turned on if it is not  
inserted securely. (Page 51)  
• To erase a message, press any key on the  
control panel of the projector or on the  
remote commander.  
1 Turn the power off and unplug the  
power cord.  
2 Remove the air filter cover.  
3 Remove the air filter from the each  
claws (7 positions) on the air filter  
cover.  
Claws  
4 Clean the air filter with a vacuum  
cleaner.  
5 Attach the air filter so that it fits into  
the each claws (7 positions) on the air  
filter covers.  
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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 ?/1 key at a short  
interval.  
c Wait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power.  
• The lamp cover is not secured.  
c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 47).  
• The air filter cover is detached.  
c Attach the air filter cover securely (see page 48).  
Picture  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
No picture.  
• A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.  
c Check that the proper connections have been made (see  
• The connections are wrong.  
c This projector is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data  
Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with 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 (see page 26).  
• The picture is muted.  
c Press the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see  
• 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  
The picture is noisy.  
• Noise may appear on the background depending on the  
combination of the number of dots input from the computer and  
the numbers of pixels on the LCD panel.  
c Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer.  
• Input a video signal with the jitter.  
c Use a TBC (Time Base Corrector) to try to reduce video jitter.  
The picture from the  
INPUT A connector is  
colored strangely.  
The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is incorrect.  
c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly  
according to the input signal (see page 43).  
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Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
“Please check Input-A  
Signal Sel.” appears in  
spite of inputting the  
correct signal from  
INPUT A.  
The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is incorrect.  
c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly  
according to the input signal (see page 43).  
On-screen display does not “Status” in the Setup menu has been set to “Off.”  
c Set “Status” in the Setup menu to “On” (see page 43).  
appear.  
Color balance is incorrect. • The picture has not been adjusted properly.  
c Adjust the picture (see page 36).  
• The projector is set to the wrong color system.  
c Set “Color System” in the Setup menu to match the color system  
being input (see page 43).  
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 Picture menu properly  
(see page 36).  
• The lamp has burnt out or is dim.  
c Replace the lamp with a new one (see page 46).  
• The picture is out of focus.  
c Adjust the focus (see page 28).  
• Condensation has accumulated on the lens.  
c Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on.  
The image extends beyond The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges  
the screen.  
around the image.  
c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key.  
c Adjust “Shift” in the Signal menu properly (see page 37).  
The picture flickers.  
Sound  
“Dot Phase” in the Signal menu has not been adjusted properly.  
c Adjust “Dot Phase” in the Signal menu properly (see page 37).  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
No sound.  
• A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.  
c Check that the proper connections have been made (see  
page 23).  
• The audio connecting cable used is incorrect.  
c Use a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 23).  
• The sound is muted.  
c Press the AUDIO MUTING key (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150  
or MUTING (AUDIO) key (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125) to  
release audio muting (see pages 18, 20).  
• The sound is not adjusted properly.  
c Adjust the sound with the VOLUME +/– key on the Remote  
Commander.  
• “Spakaer” in the Function menu is set to “Off.”  
c Set the “Spakaer” in the Function menu to “On” (see page 39).  
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Remote Commander  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The Remote Commander  
does not work.  
• The Remote Commander batteries are dead.  
c Replace them with new batteries (see pages 19, 20).  
• The COMMAND ON/OFF switch is set to OFF. (VPL-CX125/  
CX155/CW125 only)  
c Set it to ON. (page 18)  
• The ID number of the projector assigned in “ID Mode” in the  
Installation menu does not match the ID number of the ID MODE  
keys on the Remote Commander. (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125  
only)  
c Assigns the same ID number to the projector and the Remote  
Commander, or set “ID Mode” in the Installation menu to All”  
Others  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The control panel keys do The control panel keys are locked.  
not function.  
c Unlock the control panel keys (see page 40).  
The fan is noisy.  
c Check the setting of “High Altitude Mode” in the Installation  
menu (see page 42).  
c Check the ventilation holes are not blocked.  
c Make sure the room temperature is not too high.  
To maintain the product reliability of the projector’s components,  
the rotation speed of the fan increases and the fan becomes  
slightly noisier, when the room temperature exceeds normal. The  
approximate normal temperature is 25°C.  
Indicators  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The LAMP/COVER  
indicator flashes in orange.  
(Repetition rate of 2  
flashes)  
• The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached.  
c Attach the cover securely (see pages 46 and 48).  
The LAMP/COVER  
indicator flashes in orange.  
(Repetition rate of 3  
flashes)  
• The lamp has reached the end of its life.  
c Replace the lamp (see page 46).  
• The lamp has reached a high temperature.  
c Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power  
again.  
ON/STANDBY flashes in • The internal temperature is unusually high.  
red. (Repetition rate of 2  
flashes)  
c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.  
• The projector is being used at a high altitude.  
c Ensure that “High Altitude Mode” in the Installation menu is set  
to “On.” (see page 42)  
ON/STANDBY flashes in The fan is broken.  
red. (Repetition rate of 4  
flashes)  
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
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Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
ON/STANDBY flashes in Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the ON/  
red. (Repetition rate of 6  
flashes)  
STANDBY indicator goes out, plug the power cord to the wall  
outlet, and then turn the projector on again. If the ON/STANDBY  
flashes in red and the problem persists, the electrical system has  
failed.  
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.! Lamp off in 1 The internal temperature is too high.  
min.  
c Turn off the power.  
c Check to see that nothing 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.  
• The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too  
high.  
c Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency.  
Please check Input-A  
Signal Sel.  
You have input an RGB signal from the computer when “Input-A  
Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is set to “Component.”  
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” correctly (see page 43).  
Please replace the Lamp  
and clean the Filter.  
• It is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter.  
c Replace the lamp (see page 46) and clean the filter (see  
page 48).  
• If this message appears again after you replace the lamp, the lamp  
replacement process is not complete.  
c Perform the operations in step 9 to 12 on page 47.  
Note  
To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the  
projector or on the remote commander.  
High temp.!  
Internal temperature is too high.  
Probably use in high  
altitude. Switch to high  
altitude mode on? Yes V  
No v  
c When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set  
“High Altitude Mode” on the Installation menu to “On” (see  
c 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) (see page 14).  
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 Function 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  
(see page 40).  
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80-inch: 2.6 to 3.0 m  
(8.5 to 9.8 feet)  
100-inch: 3.2 to 3.7 m  
(10.5 to 12.1 feet)  
Specifications  
120-inch: 3.9 to 4.5 m  
(12.8 to 14.8 feet)  
150-inch: 4.9 to 5.6 m  
(16.1 to 18.4 feet)  
180-inch: 5.9 to 6.7 m  
(19.4 to 22.0 feet)  
200-inch: 6.5 to 7.5 m  
(21.3 to 24.6 feet)  
250-inch: 8.1 to 9.4 m  
(26.6 to 30.8 feet)  
300-inch: 9.8 to 11.3 m  
(32.2 to 37.1 feet)  
Optical characteristics  
Projection system  
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, 3 primary  
color shutter system  
LCD panel  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/  
CX150/CX155: 0.79-inch XGA  
panel, 2,359,296 pixels (1024 ×  
768 × 3)  
VPL-CW125: 0.74-inch WXGA  
panel, 3,280,000 pixels (1366 ×  
800 × 3)  
Lens  
1.2 times zoom lens  
f 23.5 to 28.2 mm/F1.75 to 2.17  
200 W Ultra high pressure lamp  
Projected picture size  
40 to 300-inches (measured  
diagonally)  
Light output VPL-CX150/CX155: 3500 lm  
VPL-CX120/CX125/CW125:  
3000 lm  
There may be a slight difference between the  
actual value and the design value shown above.  
Lamp  
Electrical characteristics  
Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/  
NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/  
PAL60 system, switched  
automatically/manually  
VPL-CX100: 2700 lm  
(When the Lamp Mode is set to  
“High.”)  
(NTSC4.43 is the color system used  
when playing back a video  
recorded in NTSC on a  
Throwing distance (When placed on the floor.)  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/  
CX150/CX155:  
NTSC4.43 system VCR.)  
Resolution  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/  
CX150/CX155: 750 horizontal  
TV lines (Video input)  
(When an XGA signal is input)  
40-inch: 1.2 to 1.4 m  
(3.9 to 4.6 feet)  
60-inch: 1.8 to 2.1 m  
(5.9 to 6.9 feet)  
80-inch: 2.4 to 2.8 m  
(7.9 to 9.2 feet)  
100-inch: 3.0 to 3.5 m  
(9.8 to 11.5 feet)  
120-inch: 3.6 to 4.1 m  
(11.8 to 13.5 feet)  
150-inch: 4.5 to 5.2 m  
(14.8 to 17.1 feet)  
180-inch: 5.4 to 6.2 m  
(17.7 to 20.3 feet)  
200-inch: 6.0 to 6.9 m  
(19.7 to 22.6 feet)  
1,024 × 768 dots (RGB input)  
VPL-CW125: 750 horizontal TV  
lines (Video input) 1,366 × 800  
dots (RGB input)  
1)  
Acceptable computer signals  
fH: 19 to 92 kHz  
fV: 48 to 92 Hz  
(Maximum input signalresolution:  
SXGA+ 1400 × 1050  
fV: 60 Hz)  
Set the resolution and the frequency of the  
signal of the connected computer within the  
range of acceptable preset signals of the  
projector.  
1)  
Applicable video signals  
15 k RGB/50/60 Hz Component,  
250-inch: 7.5 to 8.7 m  
(24.6 to 28.5 feet)  
300-inch: 9.1 to 10.4 m  
(29.9 to 34.1 feet)  
50/60 Hz Progressive  
component, DTV (480/60i, 575/  
50i, 480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p,  
720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i),  
Composite video, Y/C video  
Monaural speaker system, 40 × 20  
VPL-CW125:  
(When “Aspect” on the Signal  
menu is set to “Full 2”)  
40-inch: 1.3 to 1.5 m  
(4.3 to 4.9 feet)  
60-inch: 1.9 to 2.2 m  
(6.2 to 7.2 feet)  
Speaker  
5
7
mm (1 /8 × 2 /8 inches)  
Speaker output  
Maximum 1 W × 1  
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INPUT C  
OUTPUT  
NETWORK (VPL-CX125/  
CX155/CW125 only)  
RJ-45: 10BASE-T/100BASE-  
TX  
MONITOR OUT’: HD D-sub 15-  
pin (female)  
R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms  
SYNC/HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open),  
1 Vp-p (75 ohms)  
AUDIO OUT (variable out):  
Stereo minijack  
Input/Output  
Video input VIDEO: phono type  
Composite video: 1 Vp-p 2 dB  
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)  
AUDIO: stereo minijack  
500 mVrms, impedance more  
than 47 kilohms  
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  
1 Vrms (When the volume is  
maximum and an input signal is  
500 mVrms), output impedance  
5 kilohms  
REMOTE  
RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin  
General  
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Dimensions 372 × 90 × 298 mm (14 / × 3 /  
INPUT A  
4
8
3
× 11 / inches) (w/h/d)  
4
(without the projection parts)  
Approx. 4.1 kg (9 lb 1 oz)  
Power requirements  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/  
Mass  
(75 ohms terminated)  
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB  
sync negative  
CX150/CX155: 100 to 240 V  
AC, 2.9 - 1.2 A,  
(75 ohms terminated)  
B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB  
(75 ohms terminated)  
HD:  
50/60 Hz  
VPL-CW125: 100 to 240V AC,  
2.9-1.3A, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption  
Horizontal sync input: TTL  
level, high impedance, positive/  
negative  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/  
CX150/CX155: Max. 285 W  
in standby (standard): 7 W  
in standby (low): 0.5 W  
VD:  
Vertical sync input: TTL level,  
high impedance, positive/  
negative  
VPL-CW125: Max. 287 W  
in standby (standard): 7 W  
in standby (low): 0.5 W  
AUDIO: Stereo minijack rated  
input 500 mVrms, input  
impedance 47 kilohms  
Analog RGB: HD D-sub 15-pin  
(female)  
R: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms  
terminated)  
G: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms  
terminated)  
B: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms  
terminated)  
HD: Horizontal syncinput: TTL  
level high impedance, positive/  
negative  
VD: Vertical sync input: TTL  
level high impedance, positive/  
negative  
AUDIO: Stereo minijack, rated  
input 500 mVrms, input  
impedance more than 47  
kilohms  
Heat dissipation  
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/  
CX150/CX155: 973 BTU  
VPL-CW125: 979 BTU  
INPUT B  
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)  
Size AA (R6) batteries (2) (VPL-  
CX125/CX155/CW125)  
Lithium battery CR2025 (1) (VPL-  
CX100/CX120/CX150)  
Lens cap (1)  
HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1)  
(1-791-992-xx)  
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AC power cord (1)  
INPUT B connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,  
female)  
CD-ROM (Operating Instructions,  
Application Software) (1)  
Quick Reference Manual (1)  
Safety Regulations (1)  
Security Label (1)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
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R
9
Power  
supply input  
for DDC  
Note  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
G
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
GND  
Always verify that the unit is operating properly  
before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR  
DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT  
NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR  
REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE  
LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE  
PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT,  
EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD  
OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE  
B
GND  
GND  
DDC/SDA  
HD  
GND  
GND (R)  
GND (G)  
GND (B)  
VD  
DDC/SCL  
WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON  
WHATSOEVER.  
RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin,  
female)  
Optional accessories  
Projector Lamp  
LMP-C200 (for replacement)  
Presentation Tool  
RM-PJPK1  
1
2
3
4
5
DCD  
6
7
8
9
DSR  
RTS  
CTS  
RI  
Pin assignment  
RXDA  
TXDA  
DTR  
INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,  
female)  
GND  
1
R/R-Y  
9
Power  
supply input  
for DDC  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
G/Y  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
GND  
B/B-Y  
GND  
GND  
DDC/SDA  
HD  
GND  
GND (R)  
GND (G)  
GND (B)  
VD  
DDC/SCL  
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Preset signals  
Memory Preset signal  
No.  
fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync  
SIZE  
1
2
3
4
5
Video 60 Hz  
Video 50 Hz  
480/60i  
Video 60 Hz  
Video 50 Hz  
DTV 480/60i  
DTV 575/50i  
15.734 59.940  
15.625 50.000  
15.734 59.940 S on G/Y  
15.625 50.000 S on G/Y  
31.470 60.000 S on G/Y  
575/50i  
480/60p  
480/60p (NTSC  
Progressive  
component)  
6
575/50p  
575/50p (PAL  
Progressive  
component)  
31.250 50.000 S on G/Y  
7
1080/60i  
1080/50i  
720/60p  
720/50p  
640 × 350  
1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y  
8
1080/50i  
720/60p  
28.130 50.000 S on G/Y  
45.000 60.000 S on G/Y  
37.500 50.000 S on G/Y  
31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg  
37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg  
10  
11  
21  
22  
720/50p  
VGA mode 1  
800  
832  
VESA 85  
(VGA350)  
23  
24  
25  
640 × 400  
640 × 480  
NEC PC98  
24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg  
31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos  
37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos  
848  
800  
832  
VGA mode 2  
VESA 85  
(VGA400)  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
VGA mode 3  
Mac 13  
31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg  
35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg  
37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg  
800  
864  
VESA 72  
832  
VESA 75 (IBM M3) 37.500 75.000 H-neg V-neg  
840  
VESA 85  
VESA 56  
VESA 60  
VESA 72  
43.269 85.008 H-neg V-neg  
35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos  
37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos  
48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos  
832  
800 × 600  
1024  
1056  
1040  
1056  
1048  
1152  
1344  
1328  
1312  
1376  
VESA 75 (IBM M5) 46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos  
VESA 85  
Mac 16  
53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos  
49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg  
48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg  
56.476 70.069 H-neg V-neg  
60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos  
68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos  
832 × 624  
1024 × 768  
VESA 60  
VESA 70  
VESA 75  
VESA 85  
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No.  
fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync  
SIZE  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
55  
56  
60  
63  
1152 × 864  
VESA 70  
63.995 70.019 H-pos, V-pos  
67.500 75.000 H-pos, V-pos  
77.487 85.057 H-pos, V-pos  
61.795 65.960 H-neg, V-neg  
60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos  
75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos  
63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos  
79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos  
91.146 85.024 H-pos, V-pos  
65.317 59.978 H-neg, V-pos  
47.776 59.870 H-neg, V-pos  
44.772 59.855 H-neg, V-pos  
44.720 59.799 H-neg, V-pos  
49.702 59.810 H-neg, V-pos  
1472  
1600  
1568  
1504  
1800  
1728  
1688  
1688  
1728  
1864  
1664  
1664  
1776  
1680  
VESA 75  
VESA 85  
1152 × 900  
SUN LO  
1280 × 960  
VESA 60  
VESA 75  
1280 × 1024  
VESA 60  
SXGA VESA75  
SXGA VESA85  
SXGA+  
1400 × 1050  
1280 × 768  
1280 × 720  
1360 × 768  
1280 × 800  
1280 × 768/60  
1280 × 720/60  
1360 × 768/60  
1280 × 800/60  
*1  
*1  
: VPL-CW125 only  
Preset memory No. at the input signal  
Analog signals  
Signal  
Preset memory No.  
Video (Video, S video connector)  
Component (Input A connector)  
Video GBR (Input A connector)  
Computer (Input A, Input B connector)  
1, 2  
3-11  
3-11  
*1  
21-50, 55, 56, 60, 63  
*1  
: VPL-CW125 only  
Note  
When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed  
properly.  
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Floor Installation (Front Projection)  
Distance between the front of the cabinet and  
the center of the lens  
Front of the  
cabinet  
Front of the lens  
Wall  
15.9 (21/32)  
Center of the  
screen  
Center of the lens  
Floor  
Unit: mm (inches)  
This section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk, etc.  
See the chart on page 60 concerning the installation measurements.  
The alphabetical letters in the illustration indicate the distances below.  
a: distance between the screen and the center of the lens  
b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens  
c: distance between the floor and the bottom of the adjusters of the projector  
x: distance between the floor and the center of the screen (free)  
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VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155  
(When an XGA signal is input)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
PS  
a
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
N
1170  
1
1770  
3
2380  
3
2990  
3590  
4500  
5410  
6020  
7540  
(297)  
9050  
(46 / ) (69 / ) (93 / ) (117 3/4) (141 3/8) (177 1/4) (213 1/8) (237  
/ )  
16  
(356 3/8)  
1
8
4
4
M
1350  
2050  
2750  
3450  
4140  
5190  
6240  
6940  
8680  
10430  
1
3
7
(53 / ) (80 / ) (108 3/8) (135 7/8) (163 1/8) (204 3/8) (245 3/4) (273 3/8) (341 / ) (410 3/4)  
4
4
8
b
c
x-237  
(x-9 / ) (x-14)  
x-356  
x-474  
x-593  
x-711  
x-889  
(x-35)  
x-1067 x-1185 x-1482 x-1778  
(x-42)  
3
(x-18 3/4) (x-23 3/8) (x-28)  
(x-46 3/4) (x-58 3/8) (x-70 1/8)  
8
x-298  
x-417  
x-535 x-654 x-772  
x-950  
x-1128 x-1247 x-1543 x-1839  
(x-11 3/4) (x-16 1/2) (x-21 1/8) (x-25 3/4) (x-30 1/2) (x-37 1/2) (x-44 1/2) (x-49 1/8) (x-60 3/4) (x-72 1/2)  
a (N) = {(PS × 23.306/0.7874)–46.6} × 1.025  
a (M) = {(PS × 28.188/0.7874)–45.9} × 0.975  
b = x–(PS/0.7874 × 4.667)  
c = x–(PS/0.7874 × 4.667+61.2)  
VPL-CW125  
(When “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to “Full 2”)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
PS  
a
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
N
1260  
5
1920  
5
25701  
3230  
3880  
4870  
5850  
6500  
8140  
9780  
(49 / ) (75 / )  
(101  
/ )  
4
(127 1/4) (152 7/8) (191 7/8) (230 3/8) (256)  
(320 5/8) (385 1/8)  
8
8
M
1460  
2220  
2970  
3720  
4480  
5610  
6740  
7490  
9370  
(369)  
11260  
1
1
(57 / ) (87 / ) (117)  
(146 1/2) (176 1/2) (211)  
(265 1/2) (295)  
(443 3/8)  
2
2
b
c
x-257  
x-385  
x-513  
x-642 x-770 x-963  
(x-15 1/4) (x-20 1/4) (x-25 3/8) (x-30 3/8)  
x-446 x-575 x-703 x-831  
x-1155 x-1284 x-1605 x-1925  
1
29  
3
(
x-10  
/
)
(
x-38  
/
)
(x-45 1/2) (x-50 5/8)  
(x-63  
/ )  
(x-75 7/8)  
8
32  
16  
x-318  
x-1024 x-1216 x-1345 x-1666 x-1987  
(x-12 5/8) (x-17 5/8) (x-22 5/8) (x-27 3/4) (x-32 3/4) (x-40 3/8) (x-47 7/8) (x-53) (x-65 5/8) (x-78 1/4)  
a (N) = {(PS × 23.3/0.7292)–46.6} × 1.025  
a (M) = {(PS × 28.171/0.7292)–45.650} × 0.975  
b = x–(PS/0.7292 × 4.68)  
c = x–(PS/0.7292 × 4.68+61.2)  
Notes for VPL-CW125 only  
• The projected image size is the one when “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to “Full 2”. When  
“Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to other than “Full 2”, black bands appear at the top and bottom  
or right and left of the screen.  
• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “4:3”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be  
approximately 84 % of “Full 2” size.  
• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “16:9”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be  
approximately 99 % of “Full 2” size.  
The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following.  
PS: projected image size measured diagonally (inches)  
a: distance between the screen and the center of the lens  
b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens  
c: distance between the floor and the adjusters of the projector  
x: free  
N: minimum  
M: maximum  
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Ceiling Installation (Front Projection)  
Holes for mounting a projector  
suspension support  
Center of the Projector  
Center of the screen  
Center of the lens  
Ceiling  
Center of the lens  
R E M O T E  
S - 2 3 2 C  
V I D E O I N  
V I D E O  
O U T P U T  
S
V I D E O  
R
A U D I O  
A U D I O  
M O N I T O R  
I N P U T  
C
I N P U T  
B
R G B  
I N P U T  
A
R G B  
N E T W O R K  
A U D I O  
A U D I O  
Center of the lens  
Hole for mounting a  
Front of the  
cabinet  
projector suspension  
support (front)  
Center of the screen  
15.9 (21/32)  
137.3 (5 1/2)  
R E M O T E  
R S - 2 3 2 C  
V I D E O I N  
V I D E O  
S
V I D E O  
U D I O  
A U D I O  
I N P U T  
B
R G B  
I N P U T A  
G B  
A U D I O  
A U D I O  
Center of the lens  
Distance between the front of the cabinet  
and the hole for mounting a projector  
suspension support (front)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
This section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling.  
When installing the projector on the ceiling, use a Projector Suspension Support recommended  
by Sony.  
For ceiling installation, ask for qualified Sony personnel.  
See the chart on page 62 concerning the installation measurements.  
The alphabetical letters in the illustrations indicate the distances below.  
a’: distance between the hole(front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom  
surface of this projector and the center of the screen  
b: distance between the projector suspension support mounting surface on bottom of this  
projector and the ceiling  
x: distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen  
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VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155  
(When an XGA signal is input)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
PS  
a’  
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
N
1290  
1900  
7
2500  
1
3110  
3720  
4630  
5540  
6140  
7660  
9180  
25  
(
50  
/
)
(74 / ) (98 / ) (122 1/2) (146 1/2) (182 3/8) (218 1/4) (241 7/8) (301 5/8) (361 1/2)  
32  
8
2
M
1470  
2170  
2870  
3560  
4260  
5310  
6360  
7050  
8800  
10540  
7
1
(57 / ) (85 / ) (113 1/8) (140 1/4) (167 3/4) (209 1/8) (250 1/2) (277 5/8) (346 1/2) (415 1/8)  
8
2
x
b+290  
b+409  
b+527  
b+646  
b+764  
b+942  
b+1120 b+1239 b+1535 b+1831  
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
7
1
1
(b+11 / ) (b+16 / ) (b+20 / ) (b+25 / ) (b+30 / ) (b+37 / ) (b+44 / ) (b+48 / ) (b+60 / ) (b+72 / )  
2
8
4
2
8
8
8
8
2
8
b
Free  
a’(N) = {(PS × 23.306/0.7874)+74.757} × 1.025  
a’(M) = {(PS × 28.188/0.7874)+75.509} × 0.975  
x = b + (PS/0.7874 × 4.667+53.2)  
VPL-CW125  
(When “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to “Full 2”)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
PS  
a
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
N
1390  
3
2040  
3
2700  
3350  
(132)  
4010  
4990  
5970  
6630  
8260  
9900  
3
29  
1
(54 / ) (80 / )  
(106  
/
)
)
(
157  
/
)
(196 1/2) (235 3/8) (261  
/ )  
8
(325 1/4) (389 7/8)  
4
8
8
32  
M
1580  
2330  
3090  
3840  
4590  
5720  
6850  
7610  
9490  
11370  
1
3
3
1
3
(62 / ) (91 / ) (121  
/
(151 1/4) (180 3/4) (225  
/
)
(269 3/4) (299 3/4) (373  
/ )  
4
(447 3/4)  
4
4
4
4
x
b+310  
b+438  
b+567  
b+695  
b+823  
b+1016 b+1208 b+1337 b+1658 b+1979  
1
1
3
3
1
5
3
3
(
b+12  
/
)
(b+17  
/
)
(b+22  
/
)
(
b+27  
/
)
(
b+32  
/
)
(b+40)  
(b+47  
/
)
(b+52  
/
)
(b+65  
/ )  
(b+78)  
4
4
8
8
2
8
4
8
b
Free  
a’(N) = {(PS × 23.3/0.7292)+75.145} × 1.025  
a’(M) = {(PS × 28.171/0.7292)+75.75} × 0.975  
x = b + (PS/0.7292 × 4.68+53.2)  
Notes for VPL-CW125 only  
• The projected image size is the one when “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to “Full 2”. When  
“Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to other than “Full 2”, black bands appear at the top and bottom  
or right and left of the screen.  
• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “4:3”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be  
approximately 84 % of “Full 2” size.  
• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “16:9”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be  
approximately 99 % of “Full 2” size.  
The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following.  
PS: projected image size measured diagonally (inches)  
a’: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom  
surface of this projector and the center of the screen  
b: distance between the projector suspension support mounting surface on bottom of this  
projector and the ceiling  
x: distance between the center of the screen and the ceiling  
N: minimum  
M: maximum  
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“Side Shot” (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only)  
and “V Keystone” Adjustments  
With “Side Shot” (horizontal keystone adjustment) provided for the projector, you can project  
the picture from the side of the screen.  
When projecting with “Side Shot” adjustment only, you can adjust the horizontal distortion of  
the screen to the maximum using “Side Shot.”  
When projecting with both “Side Shot” and “V Keystone” (vertical keystone adjustment), you  
can adjust the vertical (  
) and horizontal (  
) distortion of the screen.  
1 KEYSTONE key  
1
2
Pressing once t V Keystone  
Pressing twice t Side Shot  
2 v/V/b/B keys  
PUSH  
ENTER  
KEYSTONE  
MENU  
Adjust the vertical or horizontal distortion.  
Adjustment Areas of “Side Shot” and “V Keystone”  
The adjustable distortion area using “Side Shot” and “V Keystone” is described below.  
Screen  
a
a
b
b
a: Tilting angle of the projector in the “V Keystone” adjustment area  
b: “Side Shot” (H Keystone adjustment) area  
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VPL-CX125/CX155  
Input signals  
a
b
Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/50i, a=0  
480/60p, 575/50p  
0
+/–15  
+/–8  
0
a0 or b0  
+/–18  
+/–25  
0
b=0  
1080/60i, 1080/50i, 540/60p  
720/60p, 720/50p  
a=0  
+/–13  
+/–8  
0
a0 or b0  
b=0  
+/–18  
+/–25  
0
a=0  
+/–13  
+/–6  
0
a0 or b0  
b=0  
+/–18  
+/–25  
0
PC (Preset signal No.21 to 49, 51 to  
60), Air Shot, except SXGA+  
a=0  
+/–11  
+/–6  
0
a0 or b0  
b=0  
+/–18  
+/–25  
0
PC (Preset signal No.50), SXGA+  
a=0  
+/–7  
+/–4  
0
a0 or b0  
b=0  
+/–18  
+/–25  
VPL-CW125  
Input signals  
a
b
Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/50i, a=0  
480/60p, 575/50p  
0
+/–16  
+/–9  
0
a 0 or b 0  
+/–19  
+/–22  
0
b=0  
a=0  
1080/60i, 1080/50i, 540/60p  
720/60p, 720/50p  
+/–13  
+/–9  
0
a 0 or b 0  
b=0  
a=0  
+/–19  
+/–22  
0
+/–13  
+/–6  
0
a 0 or b 0  
+/–19  
+/–22  
0
b=0  
a=0  
PC (Preset signal No.21 to 40), Air  
Shot  
+/–11  
+/–6  
0
a 0 or b 0  
+/–19  
+/–22  
0
b=0  
PC (Preset signal No.41 to 63)  
a=0  
+/–7  
+/–3  
0
a 0 or b 0  
b=0  
+/–19  
+/–22  
Notes  
• If “V Keystone” is set to “Auto,” the “Side Shot” adjustment area may be narrow.  
• “V Keystone” on the Installation menu is set to “Auto” at the factory, and the vertical distortion of  
the picture is automatically corrected. However, the distortion may not be perfectly corrected  
depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. In this case, set this item to “Manual,” and  
correct the distortion using input values.  
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Dimensions  
Front  
64.9 (2 5/8)  
Center of the lens  
Remote control  
detector (Front)  
141 (5 5/8)  
24  
31  
(
/
)
32  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Top  
34 (1 3/8)  
123 (4 7/8)  
M U T I N G  
E N T E R  
M E N U  
S T A N D B Y C O V E R  
O N / L A M P /  
K E Y S T O N E  
I N P U T  
D A T A P R O J E C T O R  
P I C  
P U S H  
372 (14 3/4)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
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Side  
Center of the lens  
88 (3 1/2)  
15.9 (21  
190 (7 1/2)  
/
)
32  
48 (1 15  
/
)
16 (21  
/
)
32  
16  
103 (4 1/8)  
260 (10 1/4)  
Projector  
suspension support  
mounting surface  
VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only  
172 (6 7/8)  
78 (3 1/8)  
17 (11  
/
)
18 (23  
/
)
16  
32  
RGB  
AUDIO  
RGB  
AUDIO  
NETWORK  
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
INPUT  
C
MONITOR  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
AUDIO  
RS-232C  
REMOTE  
S
VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
26 (1 1  
/
)
16  
30  
(1 3  
/
)
16  
121 (4 7/8)  
160 (6 3/8)  
211 (8 3/8)  
35  
(1 7  
/
)
16  
31  
(1 1/4)  
Hole for security  
lock  
Cross section of Security  
bar part  
RGB  
AUDIO  
RGB  
AUDIO  
NETWORK  
INPUT  
INPUT  
A
INPUT  
B
C
MONITOR  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
AUDIO  
RS-232C  
REMOTE  
S
VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
ø4  
21 (27  
/
)
12 (1/2)  
32  
Unit: mm (inches)  
66 Dimensions  
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Rear  
154 (6 1/8)  
152.5 (6 1/8)  
Remotecontrol  
detector (Rear)  
66  
326 (12 7/8)  
(2 5/8)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Bottom  
148 (5 7/8)  
32 (1 5  
/
)
16  
174 (6 7/8)  
56.6  
(2 1/4)  
Holes for mounting a  
projector suspension  
support  
46.1 (1 7/8)  
12.2 (1/2)  
Center of the projector  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Dimensions 67  
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Index  
A
L
Location and function of controls  
B
C
M
Menu  
Setup menu ..........................................43  
Messages list  
D
F
O
G
P
H
I
Installation diagram  
R
68 Index  
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