Sony Projector VPL HS50 User Manual

2-188-141-11 (1)  
Video Projector  
Operating Instructions  
VPL-HS50  
VPL-HS51  
© 2004 Sony Corporation  
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For the customers in Canada  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Voor de klanten in Nederland  
Gooi de batterij niet weg  
maar lever deze in als klein  
chemisch afval (KCA).  
The socket-outlet should be installed near  
the equipment and be easily accessible.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS  
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT  
TYPE.  
DISPOSED OF USED BATTERIES  
ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL RULES.  
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Table of Contents  
Connections and  
Adjusting Picture Quality of a Signal  
Installing the Projector and  
Connecting to a DVD Player/  
Tuner ...............................13  
Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and  
Step 4: Selecting the Menu  
Input Signals and Adjustable/setting  
Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color  
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Precautions  
On safety  
• Check that the operating voltage of your  
unit is identical with the voltage of your  
local power supply.  
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into  
the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it  
checked by qualified personnel before  
operating it further.  
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is  
not to be used for several days.  
• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the  
plug. Never pull the cord itself.  
• The wall outlet should be near the unit and  
easily accessible.  
• The unit is not disconnected to the AC  
power source (mains) as long as it is  
connected to the wall outlet, even if the  
unit itself has been turned off.  
• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is  
on.  
• Do not place your hand or objects near the  
ventilation holes. The air coming out is  
hot.  
On preventing internal heat build-  
up  
After you turn off the power with the I/1  
(on/standby) switch, do not disconnect the  
unit from the wall outlet while the cooling  
fan is still running.  
Caution  
The projector is equipped with ventilation  
holes (intake) and ventilation holes  
(exhaust). Do not block or place anything  
near these holes, or internal heat build-up  
may occur, causing picture degradation or  
damage to the projector.  
On repacking  
Save the original shipping carton and  
packing material; they will come in handy if  
you ever have to ship your unit. For  
maximum protection, repack your unit as it  
was originally packed at the factory.  
This manual covers models VPL-HS50  
and VPL-HS51.  
The illustrations of the projector used in  
this manual are those of the VPL-HS50  
unless the model name is specifically  
mentioned.  
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Precautions  
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Connections and Preparations  
This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect  
the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc.  
Unpacking  
Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items:  
• Remote control (1)  
• Air filter (for replacement) (1)  
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
• AC power cord (1)  
• Operating Instructions (this manual) (1)  
• CD-ROM (Application software and  
Operating Instructions) (VPL-HS51  
only)  
Inserting the batteries into the remote control  
Insert the batteries E side first as shown in the illustration.  
Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may cause  
a short circuit and may generate heat.  
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Step 1: Installing the Projector  
The projector’s lens shift feature allows you to choose a variety of installation  
locations for your projector. You can enjoy home entertainment with this  
projector in the following situations.  
Watching sports, etc. with your  
company  
Enjoying home theater  
Enjoying video games on a large  
screen  
Viewing images shot by a digital video  
camera on a large screen  
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Very dusty and extremely smoky  
Before Setting Up the  
Projector  
Do not place the projector in the following  
situations, which may cause malfunction  
or damage to the projector.  
Poorly ventilated  
Make a special attention to the following  
while using the projector.  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
Highly heated and humid  
Ventilationholes  
(intake)  
Ventilation holes  
(exhaust)  
Tip  
For details on the location of the ventilation  
holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of  
Controls” on pages 61 to 63.  
Subject to direct cool or warm air  
from an air-conditioner  
When installing the unit at altitudes  
When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500  
m or higher, set “High Altitude Mode” in the  
Installation menu to “On.” (1 page 42)  
Failing to set this mode when using the  
projector at high altitudes could have adverse  
effects, such as reducing the reliability of  
certain components.  
Installing in such a location may cause  
malfunction of the unit due to moisture  
condensation or rise in temperature.  
Near a heat or smoke sensor  
Malfunction of the sensor may be caused.  
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Installing the Projector and a Screen  
The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending  
on the size of the screen.  
1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen.  
You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector with the  
center of the lens within the areas indicated in the gray areas in the  
illustration. Use the values a, b, c, d and e in the table on page 11 as a guide.  
Screen  
a
b
e
c
d
a: Minimum projection distance between the screen and the center of the  
projector’s lens  
b: Maximum projection distance between the screen and the center of the  
projector’s lens  
c: Vertical distance between the center of the screen and the center of the  
projector’s lens when using the maximum vertical lens shift feature*  
d: Horizontal distance between the center of the screen and the center of  
the projector’s lens when using the maximum horizontal lens shift  
feature*  
e: Maximum vertical distance between the center of the screen and the  
center of the projector’s lens when using both the vertical and  
horizontal lens shift features with the horizontal lens shift set to the  
maximum value*  
* The distances c, d and e indicated in the illustration show those in the lower  
or left direction. The same distances in the upper or right direction are  
appropriate for installation.  
For details on the lens shift feature, see “Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size  
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When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Screen size  
(inches)  
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
a (minimum)  
1170  
1770  
2380  
2980  
3580  
4490  
5390  
6000  
1
3
3
3
7
1
1
(46 /8) (69 /4) (93 /4) (117 /8) (141)  
(176 /8) (212 /4) (236 /4)  
b (maximum)  
1790  
2710  
3630  
4540  
(178 /8) (215)  
5460  
6830  
(269)  
8210  
(323 /8) (359 /8)  
9120  
1
3
7
3
1
(70 /2) (106 /4) (143)  
c
d
e
498 747 996  
(19 /8) (29 /2) (39 /4) (49 /8) (58 /8) (73 /8) (88 /4) (98 /8)  
1245 1494  
1868  
2241 2491  
5
1
1
1
7
5
1
1
443  
664  
886  
1107  
1328  
1660  
1992  
2214  
1
1
5
3
3
1
1
(17 /2) (26 /4) (35)  
(43 /8) (52 /8) (65 /8) (78 /2) (87 /4)  
249  
(9 /8)  
374  
498  
623 747 934 1121 1245  
7
3
5
5
1
7
1
1
(14 /4) (19 /8) (24 /8) (29 /2) (36 /8) (44 /4) (49 /8)  
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)  
a (minimum) = {(SS × 21.27/0.7227) – 35.160899} × 1.025  
b (maximum) = {(SS × 33.9409273/0.7227) – 37.678872} × 0.975  
c = (SS/0.7227 × 9)  
d = (SS/0.7227 × 8)  
e = (SS/0.7227 × 4.5)  
When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Screen size  
(inches)  
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
a (minimum)  
1440  
2180  
2920  
3660  
4390  
5500  
6610  
7350  
3
7
1
7
5
3
1
(56 /4) (85 /8) (115)  
(114 /8) (172 /8) (216 /8) (260 /8) (289 /2)  
b (maximum)  
2200  
3330  
4450  
5570 6690 8370 10050 11170  
5
1
1
3
1
5
3
7
(86 /8) (131 /8) (175 /4) (219 /8) (263 /2) (329 /8) (395 /4) (439 /8)  
c
d
e
610  
(24 /8) (36)  
914  
1219  
(48)  
1524  
(60)  
1829  
2286  
2743  
3048  
1
1
1
1
(72 /8) (90 /8) (108 /8) (120 1/16)  
542 813  
1084  
1355  
1626 2032 2438 2709  
3
1
3
3
1
1
3
(21 /8) (32 /8) (42 /4) (53 /8) (64 /8) (80 /16) (96)  
(106 /4)  
305  
(12 /8) (18)  
457  
610  
(24 /8) (30)  
762  
914  
(36)  
1143  
(45)  
1372  
1524  
1
1
1
(54 /8) (60)  
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)  
a (minimum) = {(SS × 21.27/0.5906) – 35.160899} × 1.025  
b (maximum) = {(SS × 33.9409273/0.5906) – 37.678872} × 0.975  
c = (SS/0.5906 × 9)  
d = (SS/0.5906 × 8)  
e = (SS/0.5906 × 4.5)  
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2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen.  
Top view  
Screen  
3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it  
fits the screen. (1 page 17)  
To project an image, connect video equipment to the projector. (1 page  
Note  
When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the  
screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming  
magnifications. This is not a malfunction of the projector.  
For installation of the projector on a ceiling, see “Ceiling Installation.” (1  
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Step 2: Connecting the Projector  
When making connections, be sure to do the following:  
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.  
• Use the proper cables for each connection.  
• Insert the cable plugs properly; plugs that are not fully inserted often  
generate noise. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug,  
not the cable itself.  
• Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.  
Connecting to a DVD Player/Recorder or Digital Tuner  
To connect to a DVD player/recorder or digital tuner equipped with  
component video connectors  
Speakers  
AV amplifier  
Rear of the projector  
DVD player/recorder,  
digital tuner, etc., with  
component video  
connectors  
HDMI  
Y
PB/CB  
PR/CR  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
S VIDEO  
P
R/CR  
P
B/  
Y
P
R/CR  
P
B/  
Y
C
B
C
B
Component video cable (not supplied)  
: Video signal flow  
Tip  
To connect the projector to a DVD player/recorder, digital tuner, etc. which is not  
equipped with component video connectors, use the S video cable to connect to the S-  
video output of the DVD player/recorder, digital tuner, etc. If the connected equipment  
is not equipped with the S-video output connector, use the video cable to connect to the  
video output jack on the equipment.  
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To connect to a DVD player/recorder equipped with HDMI  
output  
You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder  
equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector.  
Rear of the projector  
AV amplifier  
Speakers  
DVD player/recorder,  
etc., with the HDMI  
output  
HDMI  
Y
PB/CB  
PR/CR  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
to HDMI output  
HDMI cable (not supplied)  
: Video signal flow  
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Connecting to Video Equipment  
You can connect a DVD player/recorder which is not equipped with  
component video connectors, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk  
player. See also the instruction manual of each equipment.  
Rear of the projector  
Speakers  
AV amplifier  
Video equipment  
PR/CR  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
S VIDEO  
INPUT A  
to S video or  
video output  
S video or video cable (not supplied)  
: Video signal flow  
Tip  
If you do not know to which connector you should connect the cable, S VIDEO (S video  
connector) or VIDEO (video connector), connect it to S VIDEO to enjoy better picture  
quality.  
If the equipment to be connected has no S video connector, connect the cable to the  
video output.  
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Connecting to a Computer  
Rear of the projector  
Computer  
PR/CR  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
S VIDEO  
INPUT A  
to monitor output  
HD D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)  
: Video signal flow  
Tip  
Set “Input A Signal Sel.” in the Setup  
menu to “Auto” or “Computer.” If the input  
signal does not appear properly, set it to “Computer.”  
Note  
If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both your  
computer’s display and an external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may not  
appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor.  
For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer.  
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Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and  
Position  
Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position.  
VPL-HS50  
ON/STANDBY indicator  
Adjusters  
Remote control detector  
VPL-HS51  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
Remote control detector  
ON/STANDBY  
indicator  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
ENTER  
Adjusters  
Tip  
The I/1 (on/standby), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/</,/ENTER (joystick) buttons on  
the side panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control.  
Note  
Depending on the installation location of the projector, you may not control it with the  
remote control. In this case, point the remote control to the screen instead of the  
projector.  
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into  
standby mode.  
Lights in red.  
ON/  
STANDBY  
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2 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green.  
Lights in green.  
ON/  
STANDBY  
3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector.  
Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.  
4 Press INPUT to project the picture on the screen.  
Each time you press the button, the input indication changes. (1 page 24)  
Video  
INPUT  
Tip  
When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function  
of the signal input is automatically displayed.  
menu, the channel  
5 Move both LENS SHIFT dials to adjust the picture position.  
LENS SHIFT  
To adjust the vertical  
position  
To adjust the horizontal position  
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To adjust the horizontal position  
Turn the LENS SHIFT dial right or left.  
The picture moves right or left by a maximum of half of the screen size from  
the center of the lens.  
1
1
1H  
/2H  
/2H  
Top view  
: Picture position when moving the  
picture to the left at maximum  
: Picture position when moving the  
picture to the right at maximum  
To adjust the vertical position  
Turn the LENS SHIFT dial up or down.  
The picture moves up or down by a maximum of the screen size from the  
center of the lens.  
Side view  
1V  
1V  
1V  
: Picture position when moving the  
picture upward at maximum  
: Picture position when moving the  
picture downward at maximum  
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Note  
When you use the horizontal and vertical lens shift features at the same time, you  
can move the picture vertically by a maximum of half of the screen size.  
6 Adjust the picture size using the zoom ring.  
Zoom ring  
7 Adjust the focus using the focus ring.  
Focus ring  
To adjust the tilt of the installation surface  
If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the  
projector level.  
Turn to adjust.  
Adjusters  
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Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language  
You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on-  
screen displays. The factory default setting is English.  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
2
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
ENTER  
4-6  
3
APA  
ADJ PIC  
RCP  
MENU  
WIDE MODE  
RESET  
REAL COLOR PROCESSING  
Tip  
You can operate the menu using the M/m/</, (arrow) buttons on the side panel of  
the projector instead of the M/m/</,/ENTER buttons on the remote control.  
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into  
standby mode.  
2 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green.  
3 Press MENU.  
The menu appears.  
Cinema  
Off  
Picture Mode :  
Adjust Picture  
Picture  
RCP :  
MENU  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Sel :  
Set :  
Back : Exit :  
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4 Press M or m to select the Setup  
menu, and press , or  
ENTER.  
The setting items of the selected menu appears.  
Status :  
Language :  
On  
Picture  
English  
Input-A Signal Sel. : Computer  
Color System : Auto  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
ENTER  
or  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
5 Press M or m to select “Language,” and press , or ENTER.  
Status :  
On  
Picture  
Language :  
Input-A Signal Sel.  
Color System :  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
ENTER  
or  
Sel :  
Set :  
Exit :  
6 Press M or m to select a language, and press ENTER.  
The menu changes to the selected language.  
ENTER  
To clear the menu  
Press MENU.  
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Projecting  
This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the  
equipment connected to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the  
quality of the picture to suit your taste.  
Projecting the Picture on the Screen  
VPL-HS50  
Focus ring  
Zoom ring  
Remote control detector  
VPL-HS51  
Remote control detector  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
ENTER  
Zoom ring  
Focus ring  
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into  
standby mode.  
Lights in red.  
ON/  
STANDBY  
2 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green.  
Lights in green.  
ON/  
STANDBY  
3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector.  
Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.  
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4 Press INPUT repeatedly to select the input you want to project  
on the screen.  
Display the indication of the input you want.  
Example: To view the picture from the video equipment connected to the  
VIDEO INPUT jack.  
Video  
INPUT  
To view the picture from  
Press INPUT to  
display  
Video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT  
connector  
Video  
Video equipment connected to S VIDEO INPUT connector S-Video  
Component equipment connected to Y / PB/CB / PR/CR on Component  
the projector  
RGB/component equipment connected to the INPUT A  
connector  
Input-A*  
Equipment connected to the HDMI connector  
HDMI  
* Set the “Input-A Signal Sel.” setting in the Setup  
menu according to the  
signal input. When you set it to “Auto,” and cannot display the picture properly,  
select an appropriate signal with “Input-A Signal Sel.” (1 page 43)  
Tip  
When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function  
of the input signal is automatically displayed.  
menu, the channel  
5 Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the picture.  
Zoom ring  
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6 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.  
Adjust to obtain sharp focus.  
Focus ring  
Turning Off the Power  
1 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch.  
A message “POWER OFF?” appears on the screen.  
2 Press the I/1 switch again.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run  
to reduce the internal heat. First, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes  
quickly, during which you will not be able to light up the ON/STANDBY  
indicator with the I/1 switch.  
3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan  
stops running and the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red.  
You can turn off the projector by holding the I/1 (on/standby) switch for about  
one second, instead of performing the above steps.  
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Selecting the Wide Screen Mode  
You can enjoy various wide screen mode according to the video signal  
received. You can also select it using the menu. (1 page 40)  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
ENTER  
APA  
ADJ PIC  
RCP  
MENU  
WIDE MODE button  
WIDE MODE  
RESET  
REAL COLOR PROCESSING  
Press WIDE MODE.  
Each time you press the button, you can select the “Wide Mode” setting.  
Full  
A picture squeezed to 4:3 is displayed with the correct aspect ratio. A 4:3  
picture is enlarged horizontally to fit the 16:9 screen.  
Tip  
Squeezed: An original 16:9 aspect ratio picture is recorded horizontally compressed to  
a 4:3 picture.  
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Normal  
A picture with normal 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed in the center of the screen  
to fill the vertical screen size.  
Wide Zoom  
A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged and the upper and lower portions of the  
picture are compressed to fit the 16:9 screen. Use this mode to view news,  
variety shows, etc.  
Zoom  
A normal 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the  
same ratio to fill the 16:9 screen. This mode is ideal for viewing a wide-format  
movie.  
Subtitle  
The subtitle area is compressed and displayed in the lower part of the screen.  
Use this mode to view a movie with subtitles.  
Good-bye  
Notes  
• You can adjust the vertical position of the picture with “V Position” in the Signal  
menu only when “Zoom” or “Subtitle” is selected.  
• You can adjust the position of the subtitles with “Title Area” in the Signal  
only when “Subtitle” is selected.  
menu  
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Notes on selecting the wide screen mode  
• Select the wide screen mode taking into account that changing the aspect  
ratio of the original picture will provide a different look from that of the  
original image.  
• 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.  
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Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode  
You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or  
room condition.  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
PICTURE MODE buttons  
DYNAMIC  
USER 2  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 1, 2 and 3  
ENTER  
APA  
ADJ PIC  
RCP  
MENU  
WIDE MODE  
RESET  
REAL COLOR PROCESSING  
Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC,  
STANDARD, CINEMA and USER 1, 2 and 3).  
DYNAMIC  
Select for enhanced picture sharpness in bright environment.  
STANDARD  
Recommended for normal viewing condition in your home.  
CINEMA  
Select for soft, film-like picture in dark environment.  
USER 1, 2 and 3  
You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and store the settings  
into the selected memory of the projector. Press one of the USER 1, 2 and 3  
buttons, then adjust the picture by using the buttons on the remote control or  
the menus. (1 pages 30 and 37) The settings are stored, and you can view the  
picture with the adjusted picture quality by pressing the button.  
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Adjusting the Picture Quality  
You can adjust the picture quality that suits your taste by selecting the  
adjustment items with the remote control. The adjusted data can be stored in  
each picture mode.  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
ENTER  
ADJ PIC button  
APA  
ADJ PIC  
RCP  
MENU  
WIDE MODE  
RESET  
REAL COLOR PROCESSING  
BRIGHT  
CONTRAST  
+
+
CONTRAST +/– button  
BRIGHT +/– button  
1 Press ADJ PIC.  
Each time you press the button, the following adjustment windows* are  
displayed in sequence.  
Contrast t Brightness t Color t Hue t Sharpness  
R
r
Lamp Control  
Black Level Adj.  
R
r
Advanced Iris T DDE T Color Temp. T Gamma Correction  
* Some of the above adjustment windows will not be displayed depending on the  
input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/setting Items.” (1  
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Example: To adjust the contrast  
Contrast  
For details on each adjustment, see “Adjust Picture” in the Picture  
2 Make the setting or adjustment on an item.  
When changing the adjustment level  
To increase the value, press M or ,.  
To decrease the value, press m or <.  
When changing the setting  
Press M or m to change the setting.  
To adjust contrast and brightness  
Press CONTRAST +/– on the remote control to adjust the contrast.  
Press BRIGHT +/– on the remote control to adjust the brightness.  
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Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color  
Processing  
The Real Color Processing (RCP) feature allows you to adjust the color and  
hue of each target of the projected picture you specify independently. You can  
thus obtain a picture more suitable to your taste.  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
ENTER  
2 – 4  
1
APA  
ADJ PIC  
RCP  
MENU  
WIDE MODE  
RESET  
REAL COLOR PROCESSING  
BRIGHT  
CONTRAST  
Tip  
Freeze the scene of the video source when you are adjusting the picture using Real Color  
Processing.  
1 Press RCP on the remote control.  
2 Press M or m to select “User 1,” “User 2” or “User 3,” then  
press ,.  
The RCP (Real Color Processing) window appears.  
3 Select the target color you want to adjust.  
Repeat steps 1 and 2 described below to specify the target color.  
1 Press M or m to select “Color Select,” then press < or , to select the  
color you want to adjust among “Red,” “Magenta,” “Blue,” “Cyan,”  
“Green” and “Yellow.”  
Only the portions that correspond to the specified color will be colored  
and the other portions will be displayed in black and white. The  
reference palette in the RCP window also shows the adjustable colors.  
Decide the target while you are watching the projected picture, and  
watching the reference palette as a guide.  
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RCP (Real Color Processing)  
Color Select :  
Red  
Position :  
Range :  
Adjust  
Adjust  
RCP Color :  
RCP Hue :  
0
0
Sel :  
Set :  
Exit :  
Reference palette  
2 Press M or m to select “Position” or “Range,” and specify it more  
delicate color and color range you want to adjust using < or ,.  
RCP (Real Color Processing)  
Color Select :  
Position :  
Range :  
Red  
Adjust  
Adjust  
RCP Color :  
RCP Hue :  
0
0
Sel :  
Set :  
Exit :  
4 Adjust the color of the specified portions.  
Press M or m to select “RCP Color” or “RCP Hue,” then adjust the color or  
hue of the portions selected in step 3 to suit your taste using < or , while  
watching the projected picture. The picture is returned to normal color  
during adjustment.  
5 After the adjustment is complete, press RCP.  
The RCP window disappears and the normal picture is restored.  
The adjusted data will be stored in a memory selected in step 2 and will be  
recalled later.  
Tip  
There are some limitations on selection of position and range.  
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Using the Menus  
This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the  
menus.  
Operation through the Menus  
The projector is equipped with an on-screen 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 setting items appears.  
To change the on-screen menu language, see “Selecting the Menu Language.”  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
ENTER  
2 – 4  
1
APA  
ADJ PIC  
RCP  
MENU  
WIDE MODE  
RESET  
REAL COLOR PROCESSING  
1 Press MENU.  
The menu window appears.  
Picture Mode :  
Cinema  
Off  
Picture  
Adjust Picture  
RCP :  
MENU  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
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2 Press M or m to select a menu item, and press , or ENTER.  
The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear. The  
item presently selected is shown as a yellow button.  
Status  
:
On  
Picture  
Language :  
English  
Input-A Signal Sel. : Component  
Color System : Auto  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
3 Press M or m to select an item you want to set or adjust and  
press , or ENTER.  
The setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting menu, in an  
adjustment menu or in the next menu window.  
Pop-up menu  
Setting items  
Status :  
On  
Picture  
Language :  
Input-A Signal Sel.  
Color System :  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
ENTER  
or  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Setting menu  
Picture Mode  
Dynamic  
Standard  
Cinema  
User1  
User2  
User3  
Sel :  
Set :  
Adjustment menu  
Contrast  
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Next menu window  
Setting items  
Adjust Picture  
Contrast :  
Cinema  
80  
Picture  
Brightness :  
Color :  
50  
Signal  
50  
Hue :  
50  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Sharpness :  
Black Level Adj. :  
50  
Off  
Gamma Correction : Off  
Color Temp :  
DDE :  
Low  
Film  
Information  
Cinema Black Pro  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
4 Make the setting or adjustment on an item.  
When changing the adjustment level  
To increase the value, press M or ,.  
To decrease the value, press m or <.  
Press ENTER to restore the original screen.  
When changing the setting  
Press M or m to change the setting.  
Press ENTER to restore the original screen.  
You can restore the original screen using < depending on the selected  
item.  
To clear the menu  
Press MENU.  
To reset the items that have been adjusted  
Select the item you want to reset, then press RESET.  
“Complete! ” appears on the screen and the setting is reset to its factory preset  
value.  
Items that can be reset are:  
• “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,” “Sharpness” and “Color Temp.”  
in “Adjust Picture” and “RCP” of the Picture  
menu  
• “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” in “Adjust Signal” of the Signal  
menu  
• “V Keystone” of the Installation  
menu  
Items that cannot be adjusted  
Adjustable items are limited depending on the input signals. The items that  
cannot be adjusted or set do not appear in the menu. (1 page 54)  
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Picture Menu  
The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture.  
Adjust Picture menu  
Picture Mode :  
Adjust Picture  
RCP :  
Cinema  
Off  
Adjust Picture  
Picture  
Cinema  
Picture  
Contrast :  
Brightness :  
Color :  
80  
50  
50  
50  
50  
Off  
Signal  
Signal  
Hue :  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Sharpness :  
Black Level Adj. :  
Gamma Correction : Off  
Color Temp :  
DDE :  
Low  
Film  
Information  
Information  
Cinema Black Pro  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Item  
Description  
Picture Mode  
You can select picture viewing mode that best suits the type of  
picture or the environment.  
Dynamic: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.  
Standard: Recommended for normal viewing condition. Also select  
to reduce roughness when viewing the picture with Dynamic.  
Cinema: Select for soft, film-like picture.  
User 1, 2 and 3: You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your  
taste and store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you can  
view the picture with the adjusted picture quality by pressing the  
PICTURE MODE button on the remote control.  
To store the settings  
1 Select User 1, User 2 or User 3.  
2 Adjust the items you want in the menus.  
Items that can be stored are: “Adjust Picture” items and “Wide  
Mode” setting.  
Tip  
You can also adjust the picture quality in “Dynamic,” “Standard” or  
“Cinema,” and store the settings. To reset to the factory setting, press  
RESET.  
Adjust Picture  
Contrast  
The higher the setting, the greater the contrast. The lower the setting,  
the lower the contrast.  
Brightness  
Color  
The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting,  
the darker the picture.  
The higher the setting, the greater the intensity. The lower the  
setting, the lower the intensity.  
Hue  
The higher the setting, the more greenish the picture becomes. The  
lower the setting, the more purplish the picture becomes.  
Sharpness  
The higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting,  
the softer the picture.  
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Item  
Description  
Adjust Picture  
Black Level Adj  
(Adjust)  
Emphasizes black color to produce a bolder “dynamic” picture. Set  
according to the input signal source.  
High: Gives higher emphasis to the black color.  
Low: Gives lower emphasis to the black color.  
Off: Cancels this feature.  
Gamma Correction  
Selects a favorite tone from three options.  
Off: The feature does not function.  
Gamma1: Makes the dark portion of a scene a little brighter.  
Gamma2: Makes the dark portion of a scene brighter than that in  
Gamma1.  
Gamma3: Makes the whole scene brighter.  
For the VPL-HS51 only  
Using the specified controller, “ImageDirector*” supplied as a CD-  
ROM allows you to adjust, set and store a favorite tone. Adjustable  
range is limited.  
* For detailed operations of “ImageDirector,” refer to the Operating  
Instructions stored in the supplied CD-ROM. “ImageDirector”  
cannot be used with Macintosh.  
Color Temp.  
High: Gives the white colors a blue tint.  
Middle: Gives the white colors a neutral tint.  
Low: Gives the white colors a red tint.  
Custom1, Custom2, Custom3: Enables you to adjust, set and store  
the favorite color temperature.  
DDE (Dynamic Detail Off: Plays a video signal in an interlace format without converting.  
Enhancer)  
Progressive: Converts an interlace format video signal to a  
progressive format.  
Film: Normally, select this option. Reproduces the 2-3 Pull-Down  
film sources with smooth picture movement. When the video  
signal with a format other than the 2-3 Pull-Down is input,  
“Progressive” is automatically selected.  
Cinema Black Pro  
Advanced Iris  
Switches the iris function during projection.  
Off: Normal contrast.  
On: Enhances the black by emphasizing the contrast.  
Auto: Automatically switches to an optimum iris according to a  
projected scene. The contrast of the scene is emphasized most.  
Lamp Control  
Switches the lamp wattage during projection.  
High: Normal wattage.  
Low: Enhances the black by reducing the lamp wattage.  
Tip  
If “Lamp Control” is set to “Low,” the next time the power is turned  
on, the lamp will use the “High” setting initially, and then go to  
“Low.”  
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Item  
Description  
RCP (Real Color  
Processing)  
You can adjust the color and hue of each selected portion of the  
picture independently.  
Off: Cancels this feature.  
User 1, 2 and 3: You can adjust the picture using Real Color  
Processing and store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you  
can view the picture with the adjusted picture quality.  
For details, see “Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color  
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Signal Menu  
The Signal menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can adjust the size of  
the picture, and select wide screen mode, etc  
.
Adjust Signal menu  
Adjust Signal  
Wide Mode :  
V Position :  
Adjust Signal  
Dot Phase :  
H Size :  
Picture  
Picture  
Zoom  
0
24  
1344  
Signal  
Signal  
Shift :  
H:204 V:34  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Item  
Description  
Adjust Signal  
Dot Phase  
Adjusts the picture from a computer for clearer picture after it is  
adjusted by pressing the APA button.  
H Size  
Shift  
Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture from a computer. The  
higher the setting, the wider the picture. The lower the setting, the  
narrower the picture.  
As the setting for H (horizontal) increases, the picture moves to the  
right, and as the setting decreases, the picture moves to the left. Use  
< or , to adjust the horizontal position.  
As the setting for V (vertical) increases, the picture moves up, and as  
the setting decreases, the picture moves down. Use M or m to adjust  
the vertical position.  
Wide Mode  
You can select the wide screen mode.  
Full: A picture squeezed to 4:3 is diplayed with the correct aspect.  
Normal: The 4:3 aspect ratio picture is displayed to fill the vertical  
screen size.  
Wide Zoom: The 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged and the upper  
and lower portions are compressed to fit the 16:9 screen.  
Zoom: The 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and  
horizontally at the equal ratio to fill the 16:9 screen.  
Subtitle: The subtitle area is compressed and displayed at the lower  
part of the screen.  
V Position  
Title Area  
Adjusts the vertical position of the picture in wide screen mode. As  
the setting increases, the picture moves up. As the setting decreases,  
the picture moves down.  
Note  
This item is adjustable only when “Zoom” or “Subtitle” is selected.  
Adjusts the subtitle area. As the setting increases, the subtitle area  
moves up. As the setting decreases, the subtitle area moves down.  
Note  
This item is adjustable only when “Subtitle” is selected.  
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Function menu  
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the function of the  
projector.  
Smart APA :  
On  
Picture  
Auto Input Search : Off  
Standby Mode :  
Power Saving:  
Standard  
Off  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Item  
Description  
Smart APA  
With this item set to On, the APA function works automatically for a  
signal input from a computer so that the picture can be seen clearly.  
You can also activate the APA function by pressing the APA button  
on the remote control.  
Tip  
The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically adjusts the input  
signal from a computer so that the picture can be seen clearly.  
Auto Input Search  
When set to On, the projector detects whether Component, HDMI,  
Video, S Video or Input-A signal is input when the projector is  
turned on or the INPUT button is pressed. Then the detected input  
channel is automatically displayed. Set to Off when you want to  
switch the input channel manually.  
Standby Mode  
Power Saving  
When set to Low, the power consumption in standby mode is  
lowered.  
When set to On, the POWER SAVING indicator lights. The  
projector goes into power saving mode if no signal is input for 10  
minutes, and the lamp goes out and the cooling fan keeps running. In  
power saving mode, no button functions for the first 60 seconds,  
then it is cancelled when a signal is input or any button is pressed. If  
you do not set the projector to power saving mode, select Off.  
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Installation Menu  
The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings.  
V Keystone :  
0
Picture  
Image Flip :  
Background :  
Illumination :  
Off  
Blue  
On  
Signal  
High Altitude Mode : Off  
Network Setting  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Item  
Description  
V Keystone  
Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture.  
Sets a lower value (– direction) when the bottom of the trapezoid is  
longer than the top (  
the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom (  
). Sets a higher value (+ direction) when  
).  
Image Flip  
Flips the picture on the screen horizontally and/or vertically.  
Off: The picture does not flip.  
HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically.  
H: Flips the picture horizontally.  
V: Flips the picture vertically.  
Background  
Illumination  
Selects the background color of the screen when no signal is input.  
You can select “Black” or “Blue.”  
Turns on the illumination on the top panel of the projector when set  
to On. It turns off when set to Off.  
High Altitude Mode  
Off: Use this setting when using the projector at normal altitudes.  
On: Use this setting when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500  
m or higher.  
Network Setting (VPL-  
HS51 only)  
Displays settings in the network configuration of this projector.  
Notes  
You cannot change the network settings with this projector. For  
information on networking, consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
• Be sure to set “Standby Mode” in the Function menu to “Standard”  
when you use the network function. (1 page 41)  
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Setup Menu  
The Setup menu is used to change the factory preset settings.  
Status  
:
On  
Picture  
Language :  
English  
Input-A Signal Sel. : Component  
Color System : Auto  
Signal  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Items  
Description  
Status  
Set to Off to turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus,  
message when turning off the power, and warning messages.  
Language  
Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.  
Available languages are: English, Dutch, French, Italian, German,  
Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese,  
Chinese (Simplified Chinese), Chinese (Traditional Chinese),  
Korean and Thai.  
Input-A Signal Sel.  
Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by selecting  
“Input-A” with the INPUT button.  
Auto: Selects the input signal type automatically.  
Computer: Inputs the signal from a computer.  
Component: Inputs the component signal from a DVD player/  
recorder, digital tuner, etc.  
Video GBR: Inputs the signal from a TV game or HDTV broadcast.  
Note  
When the input signal is not displayed correctly with this item set to  
Auto, select the item according to the input signal.  
Color System  
Select the color system of the input signal.  
Auto: Selects the color system of the input signal automatically  
from among NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N  
or PAL60.  
NTSC3.58”–“PAL-N: Sets the color system to the selected system  
manually.  
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Information Menu  
The Information menu is used to display the horizontal and vertical  
frequencies of the input signal, used time of the lamp, etc.  
fH :  
fV :  
33.75kHz  
60.00Hz  
No.7  
Picture  
Memory No.  
Signal type  
Signal  
1080/60i  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Lamp Timer :  
10H  
Information  
Sel:  
Exit:  
Item  
Description  
fH  
Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.  
Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.  
Displays the preset memory number of the input signal.  
Displays the type of the input signal.  
fV  
(Memory No.)  
(Signal type)  
Lamp Timer  
Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.  
Note  
You cannot change the displays above.  
About the Preset Memory No.  
This projector has 32 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory).  
When the preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal  
type and recalls the data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to  
an optimum picture. The memory number and signal type of that signal are  
displayed in the Information  
menu.  
You can also adjust the preset data through the Signal  
menu.  
This projector also has 20 types of user memories for Input-A into which you  
can save the setting of the adjusted data for an unpreset input signal.  
When an unpreset signal is input for the first time, a memory number is  
displayed as 0. When you adjust the data of the signal in the Signal  
it will be registered to the projector. If more than 20 user memories are  
registered, the newest memory always overwrites the oldest one.  
menu,  
See the chart on page 56 to find if the signal is registered to the preset memory.  
Note  
When the aspect ratio of input signal does not match the screen size, a part of the screen  
is displayed in black.  
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Adjusting Picture Quality of a Signal from the  
Computer  
You can automatically adjust to obtain the clearest picture when projecting a  
signal from the computer.  
1 Project a still picture from the computer.  
2 Press the APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) button.  
When the picture is adjusted properly, “complete!” appears on the screen.  
Notes  
• When “Smart APA” is set to “On,” the APA function is automatically activated.  
• Press the APA button when the image appears on the whole display area of the  
computer. If there are black edges around the image, the APA function will not  
function properly and the image may extend beyond the screen.  
• If you switch the input signal or re-connect a computer, press the APA button again  
to get the suitable picture.  
• To restore the original screen, press the APA button again during the adjustment.  
• When a signal of which the timing is the same as the “Memory No.37” or the  
“Memory No.55” signal (refer to the “Preset Signals” chart) is input, if the polarity of  
the synchronized signal is different, the input signal may be misjudged and the image  
may not appear properly (incorrect aspect ratio or lack of a part of the image). In this  
case, press the APA button to adjust the image. This APA processing time may be  
longer than the APA processing time of signal in another case. If the image does not  
still appear properly, input the signal as described in the following example, then  
press the APA button again.  
Example:  
Display of multiple icons or Windows bar in the lower part on a whitish wallpaper  
• The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the types of input signals.  
• Adjust the items in the Signal  
menu when you adjust the picture manually. (1  
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Others  
This section describes how to solve the problems, how to replace a lamp and  
air filter, etc.  
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. c Wait for about one minute before turning on the power. (1 page  
c Close the lamp cover securely. (1 page 49)  
c Close the air filter cover securely. (1 page 50)  
Picture  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
No picture.  
c Check that the proper connections have been made. (1 page  
c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT button. (1  
c Set the computer signal to output from an external monitor.  
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor.  
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A  
Signal Sel.” in the Setup  
menu according to the input  
The picture from the  
INPUT A connector is  
colored strange.  
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A  
Signal Sel.” in the Setup  
menu according to the input  
The picture from the  
VIDEO or S VIDEO  
INPUT connector is  
colored strange.  
c Adjust the picture in the “Adjust Picture” of the Picture  
c Set “Color System” in the Setup  
menu to match the color  
system being input. (1 page 43)  
The picture is too dark.  
c Adjust the contrast or brightness in the “Adjust Picture” of the  
Picture  
menu properly. (1 page 37)  
The picture is not clear.  
c Adjust the focus with the focus ring. (1 page 25)  
c Condensation has occurred on the lens. Leave the projector for  
about two hours with the power on.  
The picture flickers.  
c Adjust “Dot Phase” for “Adjust Signal” in the signal  
properly. (1 page 40)  
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On-screen display  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
On-screen display does not  
appear.  
c Set “Status” in the Setup  
menu to “On.” (1 page 43)  
Remote control  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The remote control does  
not work.  
c Batteries could be weak. Replace with new batteries. (1 page  
c Insert the batteries with correct polarities. (1 page 7)  
Warning Indicators  
The LAMP/COVER or TEMP/FAN indicator on the control panel lights up or  
flashes if there is any trouble with your projector.  
LAMP/COVER indicator  
TEMP/FAN indicator  
LAMP/  
COVER  
TEMP/  
FAN  
POWER  
SAVING  
ON/  
STANDBY  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
LAMP/COVER flashes.  
c Attach the lamp cover or the air filter cover securely. (1  
pages 49 and 50)  
LAMP/COVER lights up.  
c The lamp has reached the end of its life. Replace the lamp. (1  
c The lamp becomes a high temperature. Wait until the lamp  
cools, and then turn on the power again. (1 page 25)  
TEMP/FAN flashes.  
TEMP/FAN lights up.  
c The fan is broken. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
c The internal temperature is unusually high. Check to see if  
nothing is blocking the ventilation holes or whether or not the  
projector is being used at high altitudes.  
LAMP/COVER and  
TEMP/FAN light up.  
c Disconnect the AC power cord, connect it, then turn on the  
power again. If the indicators still light up, the electrical system  
breaks down. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
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Message Lists  
Warning messages  
Message  
Cause and Remedy  
High temp.! Lamp off in 1  
min.  
c Turn off the power.  
c Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.  
Frequency is out of range!  
c Input a signal that is within the acceptable range of the  
frequency.  
c Set the output signal on an external monitor of the connected  
computer to SVGA.  
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup  
menu to  
menu to  
“Computer”. (1 page 43)  
Please check Input-A  
Signal Sel.  
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup  
“Computer” when RGB signal is input from the computer. (1  
Please replace the LAMP.  
Please replace the filter.  
c It is time to replace the lamp. Replace the lamp. (1 page 49)  
c It is time to replace the air filter. Replace the air filter. (1 page  
High temp.!  
c When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher:  
select “Yes” to set to “High Altitude Mode”. (1 page 42)  
c If this message is displayed when using the projector at an  
altitude of less than 1,500 m: check to see if nothing is blocking  
the ventilation holes.  
Probably use in high  
altitude. Switch to high  
altitude mode on? Yes: O/  
No: o  
Caution messages  
Message  
Cause and Remedy  
c No signal is input in the selected input. Check connections. (1  
x
Not applicable!  
c Press the appropriate button.  
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3 Loosen a screw with the Philips  
screwdriver 1, then open the  
lamp cover 2.  
Replacing the Lamp  
The lamp used for the light source has a  
certain life. When the lamp dims, the color  
balance of the picture becomes strange, or  
“Please replace the LAMP.” appears on the  
screen, the lamp may be exhausted. Replace  
the lamp with a new one (not supplied).  
Use LMP-H130 Projector Lamp as the  
replacement lamp.  
When replacing the lamp after using  
the projector  
Turn off the projector, then unplug the  
power cord. Wait for at least an hour for the  
lamp to cool.  
4 Loosen the three screws on the  
lamp unit with the Philips  
screwdriver 1. Pull out the lamp  
unit by the handle 2.  
Caution  
The lamp becomes a high temperature after  
turning off the projector with the I/1 (on/  
standby) switch. If you touch the lamp, you  
may scald your finger. When you replace the  
lamp, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to  
cool. When removing the lamp unit, make sure  
it remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do  
not tilt the lamp unit. If you pull out the lamp  
unit while tilted and if the lamp breaks, the  
pieces may scatter, causing injury.  
5 Insert the new lamp all the way in  
until it is securely in place 1.  
Tighten the three screws 2. Fold  
down the handle.  
1 Turn off the projector and unplug  
the AC power cord.  
2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)  
beneath the projector. Turn the  
projector over so you can see its  
underside.  
Note  
Be sure that the projector is stable after  
turning it over.  
6 Close the lamp cover and tighten  
the screw.  
7 Turn the projector back over.  
8 Connect the power cord and set  
the projector to standby mode.  
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9 Press the following buttons on the  
remote control in the following  
order for less than five seconds  
each: RESET, <, ,, ENTER.  
Replacing the Air  
Filter  
Notes  
The air filter should be replaced  
periodically. When “Please replace the  
filter.” appears on the screen, replace the air  
filter immediately.  
• Do not put your hands into the lamp  
replacement spot, or not fall any liquid or  
object into it to avoid electrical shock or fire.  
• Be sure to use the LMP-H130 Projector  
Lamp for replacement. If you use lamps  
other than LMP-H130, the projector may  
cause a malfunction.  
• Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug  
the power cord before replacing the lamp.  
• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp  
is securely installed in place.  
Notes  
• Replacing the air filter is very important to  
maintain the high efficiency of the projector  
and to prevent a malfunction. When the  
replacement message appears on the screen,  
replace the air filter without delay. It is  
recommended to replace the air filter  
approximately every 1000 hours of use.  
• When removing the air filter from the  
projector, be careful that no dust or object  
gets into the inside of the projector.  
• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp  
cover is securely closed.  
Disposal of the used lamp  
For the customers in the USA  
This product contains mercury. Disposal of  
this product may be regulated if sold in the  
United States. For disposal or recycling  
authorities or Electronics Industries Alliance  
(http://www.eiae.org).  
1 Turn off the projector, then  
unplug the AC power cord.  
2 Open the filter cover toward you,  
while pushing the three filter lock  
knobs upward.  
3 Remove the air filter from the  
projector by holding the tab on the  
filter.  
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4 Insert the new air filter into the  
projector.  
5 Replace the filter cover.  
Note  
The projector will not turn on unless the filter  
cover is securely closed.  
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Specifications  
B/CB/PB: 0.7 Vp-p±2dB  
positive (75 ohms terminated)  
R/CR/PR: 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB  
positive (75 ohms terminated)  
Digital RGB/Y/CB(PB)CR(PR)  
HD D-sub 15-pins  
Analog RGB/component:  
R/CR (PR): 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB  
(75 ohms terminated)  
System  
Projection system  
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection  
system  
HDMI  
INPUT A  
LCD panel  
0.73-inch TFT LCD panel with  
micro-lens array, 2,764,800  
pixels (921,600 pixels × 3)  
1.6 times zoom lens (manual)  
f21.3 – 34.1 mm/F2.4 – 3.16  
135 W UHP type  
Lens  
G: 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB  
(75 ohms terminated)  
Lamp  
Projection picture size  
40 to 200 inches (measured  
diagonally)  
Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/  
PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL60system,  
switched automatically/  
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p±2 dB  
sync negative (75 ohms  
terminated)  
B/CB (PB): 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB  
(75 ohms terminated)  
SYNC/HD: Composite sync  
input: TTL level, positive/  
negative  
manually (PAL60 system not  
switched manually)  
Acceptable video signals  
15 kHz RGB/component 50/60  
Hz, Progressive component 50/  
60 Hz, DTV (480/60i, 575/50i,  
480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p,  
720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i),  
1080/24PsF, Composite video,  
Y/C video  
Horizontal sync input: TTL  
level, positive/negative  
VD: Vertical sync input: TTL  
level, positive/ negative  
Ethernet (VPL-HS51 only)  
RJ-45  
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX  
Minijack  
Power on: DC 12 V, output  
impedance: 4.7 kilohms  
Power off: 0 V  
TRIGGER  
Acceptable computer signals  
fH: 19 to 72 kHz  
fV: 48 to 92 Hz  
Maximum resolution WXGA  
1280 × 768, fV: 60 Hz  
General  
Dimensions 348 × 135 × 360 mm  
Input  
5
7
5
(13 /8 × 5 /8 × 14 /8 inches) (w/  
Video input VIDEO: phono type  
Composite video: 1 Vp-p±2 dB  
sync negative (75 ohms  
terminated)  
h/d)  
Mass  
VPL-HS50:  
Approx. 5.6 kg (12 lb 6 oz)  
VPL-HS51:  
Approx. 5.7 kg (12 lb 6 oz)  
S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin  
type  
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p±2 dB  
sync negative (75 ohms  
terminated)  
Power requirements  
AC 100 to 240 V, 0.8–1.95 A,  
50/60 Hz  
Power consumption  
C (chrominance): burst 0.286  
Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC)  
(75 ohms terminated)  
burst 0.3 Vp-p±2 dB (PAL)  
(75 ohms terminated)  
Y/PB/CB/PR/CR  
VPL-HS50:  
Max. 195 W  
Standby mode: 3 W  
ECO mode: 0.5 W  
VPL-HS51:  
Max. 195 W  
Component: phono type  
G with Sync/Y: 1 Vp-p±2dB  
sync negative (75 ohms  
terminated)  
Standby mode: 4.5 W  
ECO mode: 0.5 W  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)  
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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 control RM-PJHS50 (1)  
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
AC power cord (1)  
Air filter (for replacement) (1)  
Operating Instructions (1)  
CD-ROM (Application software  
and Operating Instructions)  
(VPL-HS51 only)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Safe regulations  
VPL-HS50:  
UL60950, CSA No. 950, FCC class B, IC class B,  
EN60950 (NEMKO), CE, C-Tick  
VPL-HS51:  
UL60950, FCC class B  
Optional accessories  
Projector Lamp LMP-H130 (for replacement)  
Air filter PK-HS10FL (for replacement)  
Projector Suspension Support PSS-610  
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Warning on power connection  
Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.  
The United States,  
Canada  
Continental Europe  
UK, Ireland,  
Australia, New  
Zealand  
Japan  
Plug type  
Female end  
Cord type  
VM0233 290B  
VM0089 386A  
YP-12A  
YC-13B  
COX-07  
COX-02  
*
YP332  
YC-13  
VM0310B  
SJT  
SJT  
H05VV-F H05VV-F N13237/CO-228 VCTF  
10A/250V 10A/250V 10A/250V 7A/125V  
Rated Voltage  
& Current  
10A/  
10A/  
125V  
125V  
Safety approval UL/CSA UL/CSA VDE  
VDE  
VDE  
DENANHO  
* Use a rated plug that complies with the regulation of each country and the  
specifications.  
Input Signals and Adjustable/setting Items  
Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input  
signal. The following tables indicate them.  
The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu.  
Adjust Picture menu  
Item  
Input signal  
Video or S Component  
video (Y/C)  
Video GBR Computer  
HDMI  
Contrast  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
Brightness  
Color  
z
(except for  
B & W)  
Hue  
z
z
z
z
(NTSC3.58/  
NTSC4.43  
only, except  
for B & W)  
Sharpness  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
Black Level Adj  
Gamma Correction  
Color Temp.  
z
z
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Item  
Input signal  
Video or S Component  
video (Y/C)  
Video GBR Computer  
HDMI  
DDE  
z
z
(preset  
z
(preset  
z
(preset  
memory  
numbers  
3,4,7,8,9 only) 3,4,7,8,9 only)  
memory  
numbers  
memory  
numbers  
3,4,7,8,9 only)  
Cinema  
Black Pro Iris  
Advanced  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
Lamp  
z
z
Control  
z : Adjustable/can be set  
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set  
Signal menu  
Item  
Input signal  
Video GBR  
Video or S  
video (Y/C)  
Component  
Computer  
HDMI  
Dot Phase  
H size  
z
z
z
Shift  
z
z
(preset  
memory  
z
(preset  
memory  
numbers 5, 6, numbers 5, 6,  
7, 8, 9, 10, 11 7, 8, 9, 10, 11  
only)  
only)  
Wide Mode  
z
(preset  
memory  
z
z
(preset  
memory  
z
(preset  
memory  
numbers 3, 4,  
5, 6 only)  
numbers 3, 4, numbers 3, 4,  
5, 6 only) 5, 6 only)  
z : Adjustable/can be set  
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set  
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Preset Signals  
Memory  
No.  
Preset signal  
fH (kHz) fV (Hz)  
Sync  
H Size HDMI  
input  
1
2
3
VIDEO/60  
VIDEO/50  
480/60i  
60 Hz  
50 Hz  
480/60i  
15.734  
15.625  
15.734  
59.940  
50.000  
59.940  
SonG/Y or  
z
composite sync  
4
5
575/50i  
480/60p  
575/50i  
15.625  
31.470  
50.000  
60.000  
SonG/Y or  
composite sync  
z
z
480/60p  
(Progressive  
NTSC)  
SonG/Y  
SonG/Y  
SonG/Y  
6
7
575/50p  
575/50p  
(Progressive  
PAL)  
31.250  
33.750  
50.000  
60.000  
z
z
1080/60i  
1080/50i  
1035/60i,  
1080/60i  
8
1080/50i  
28.130  
27.000  
45.000  
37.500  
31.469  
50.000  
48.000  
60.000  
50.000  
70.086  
SonG/Y  
z
z
z
z
9
1080/24PsF 1080/48i  
SonG/Y  
10  
11  
21  
720/60p  
720/50p  
640 × 350  
720/60p  
720/50p  
SonG/Y  
SonG/Y  
VGA-1  
(VGA350)  
H-pos, V-neg  
800  
22  
VESA 85  
37.861  
85.080  
H-pos, V-neg  
832  
(VGA350)  
23  
24  
640 × 400  
NEC PC98  
24.823  
31.469  
56.416  
70.086  
H-neg V-neg  
H-neg V-pos  
848  
800  
VGA-2  
(TEXT)/  
VESA70  
25  
VESA 85  
37.861  
85.080  
H-neg, V-pos  
832  
(VGA400)  
26  
27  
28  
29  
640 × 480  
VESA 60  
Mac 13  
31.469  
35.000  
37.861  
37.500  
59.940  
66.667  
72.809  
75.000  
H-neg, V-neg  
H-neg, V-neg  
H-neg, V-neg  
H-neg, V-neg  
800  
864  
832  
840  
z
VESA 72  
VESA 75  
(IBM M3)  
30  
VESA 85  
(IBM M4)  
43.269  
85.008  
H-neg, V-neg  
832  
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Memory  
No.  
Preset signal  
fH (kHz) fV (Hz)  
Sync  
H Size HDMI  
input  
31  
32  
33  
34  
800 × 600  
VESA 56  
35.156  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
56.250  
60.317  
72.188  
75.000  
H-pos, V-pos  
H-pos, V-pos  
H-pos, V-pos  
H-pos, V-pos  
1024  
1056  
1040  
1056  
VESA 60  
VESA 72  
VESA 75  
(IBM M5)  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
55  
56  
VESA 85  
Mac 16  
53.674  
49.724  
48.363  
56.476  
60.023  
47.776  
44.772  
85.061  
74.550  
60.004  
70.069  
75.029  
59.870  
59.855  
H-pos, V-pos  
H-neg, V-neg  
H-neg, V-neg  
H-neg, V-neg  
H-pos, V-pos  
H-neg, V-pos  
H-neg, V-pos  
1048  
1152  
1344  
1328  
1312  
1664  
1664  
832 × 624  
1024 × 768 VESA 60  
VESA 70  
VESA 75  
1280 × 768 WXGA 60  
1280 × 720 WXGA 60  
Note  
When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not  
appear properly.  
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Use the PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector  
on a ceiling. The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below.  
a: Distance between the screen and the front hole for the mount  
bracket on the bottom surface of the unit  
b: Distance from the ceiling to the bottom surface of the unit  
x: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen  
PSS-610 Projector Suspension  
Support (not supplied)  
a
Ceiling  
b
Center of the  
screen  
x
Center of the lens  
When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Screen Size  
(inches)  
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
a
x
b
Minimum  
Distance  
1290  
(50 /8  
1890  
2500  
3100  
3700  
4610  
5510  
6120  
(241)  
7
1
1
1
3
5
)
(74 /2) (98 /2) (122 /8) (145 /4) (181 /8) (217)  
Maximum  
Distance  
1910  
1
2830 3750 4660 5580 6950 8330  
9240  
(363 /8)  
1
3
1
3
3
7
(75 /4) (111 /2) (147 /4) (183 /2) (219 /4) (273 /4) (328)  
Minimum  
Distance  
174  
299  
423  
548  
672  
859  
1046  
1170  
7
7
3
5
1
7
1
1
(6 /8)  
(11 /8) (16 /4) (21 /8) (26 /2) (33 /8) (41 /4) (46 /8)  
Maximum  
Distance  
b+423  
(b+16  
b+672  
(b+26  
b+921  
(b+36  
b+1170  
1
b+1419  
(b+55  
b+1793  
5
b+2166  
3
b+2416  
(b+95  
3
1
3
7
1
/4  
)
/
2)  
/
8)  
(b+46  
/
8
)
/
8
)
(b+70  
/
8)  
(b+85  
/
8)  
/
4
)
7
7
7
7
150, 175, 200, 250, 300 mm (6, 7, 7 /8, 9 /8, 10 /8, 11 /8 inches) adjustable  
when using PSS-610  
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)  
a (minimum) = {(SS × 21.27/0.7227) – 35.160899} × 1.025 + 123.5  
a (maximum) = {(SS × 33.9409273/0.7227) – 37.678872} × 0.975 + 123.5  
x (minimum) = (SS/0.7227 × 4.5) – 75  
x (maximum) = b + (SS/0.7227 × 9) – 75  
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When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Screen Size  
(inches)  
40  
60  
80  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
a
x
b
Minimum 1560  
2300  
3040  
3780  
4510  
5620  
6730  
7470  
(294 /4)  
1
5
3
7
5
3
1
Distance  
(61 /2) (90 /8) (119 /4) (148 /8) (177 /8) (221 /8) (265)  
Maximum 2320  
3450 4570 5690 6810 8490 10170  
11290  
5
3
7
1
1
3
1
Distance  
(91 /8) (135 /8) (180)  
(224 /8) (268 /4) (334 /8) (400 /2) (444 /8)  
Minimum 230 382 535  
687  
839  
1068  
1297  
1449  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Distance  
(9 /8)  
(15 /8) (21 /8) (27 /8) (33 /8) (42 /8) (51 /8) (57 /8)  
Maximum b+535  
b+839  
(b+33  
b+1144  
1
b+1449  
1
b+1754  
1
b+2211  
(b+87  
b+2668  
(b+105  
b+2973  
(b+117  
1
1
1
1
1
Distance  
(b+21  
/
8)  
/
8
)
(b+45  
/
8)  
(b+57  
/
8)  
(b+69  
7
/
8)  
/
8)  
/
8)  
/
8)  
7
7
7
150, 175, 200, 250, 300 mm (6, 7, 7 /8, 9 /8, 10 /8, 11 /8 inches) adjustable  
when using PSS-610  
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)  
a (minimum) = {(SS × 21.27/0.5906) – 35.160899} × 1.025 + 123.5  
a (maximum) = {(SS × 33.9409273/0.5906) – 37.678872} × 0.975 + 123.5  
x (minimum) = (SS/0.5906 × 4.5) – 75  
x (maximum) = b + (SS/0.5906 × 9) – 75  
Attaching the PSS-610 projector suspension support  
For details on installation on a ceiling, refer to the Installation manual for  
Dealers of the PSS-610. Make sure to consult with a qualified Sony personnel  
for installation.  
The installation measurements are shown below when installing the projector  
on a ceiling.  
Top view  
Install the projector so that the center of the lens is parallel to the center of the  
screen.  
13  
152.5  
(6 1/8)  
216.5  
(8 5/8)  
17  
(
/
)
32  
Front of the cabinet  
Center of the lens  
Upper ceiling  
mount bracket  
224.5  
(8 7/8)  
Distance between the screen  
and the center of the lens  
Center of the supporting pole  
(The center of the supporting pole  
is different from that of the unit.)  
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Front view  
Distance between the ceiling and the surface of the mount bracket  
7
Using adjustment pipe (b): 150/175/200 mm (6 / 7 / 7 /8 inches)  
7
7
7
Using adjustment pipe (c): 250/275/300 mm (9 /8 / 10 /8 / 11 /8 inches)  
250 (9 7/8)  
125 (5)  
The bottom  
surface of the  
mount bracket  
Ceiling  
Center of the  
supporting pole  
75 (3)  
Center of the lens  
66 (2 5/8)  
Side view  
216.5  
(8 5/8)  
152.5  
(6 1/8)  
Center of the lens  
Front of the cabinet  
135.5  
(5 3/8)  
224.5  
(8 7/8)  
13  
17  
(
/
)
32  
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Location of Controls  
Front  
You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on  
the remote control to operate the projector.  
LAMP/COVER indicator  
I/1 (on/standby) switch (1 page 18)  
TEMP/FAN Indicator  
INPUT button (1 page 24)  
POWER SAVING  
indicator (1 page 41)  
MENU button (1 page 21)  
ON/STANDBY  
indicator (1 page 17)  
M/m/</, (arrow)  
MENU  
INPUT  
LAMP/  
COVER  
TEMP/  
FAN  
POWER  
SAVING  
ON/  
STANDBY  
VPL-HS51  
VPL-HS50  
Remote control  
Ventilation holes  
Ethernet connector  
Connects to a computer  
with the LAN cable.  
LENS SHIFT dials  
Remote control  
Focus ring (1 page 20)  
Zoom ring (1 page 20)  
Location of Controls 61  
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Rear  
Air fliter cover  
Air filter  
Ventilation  
holes (intake)  
TRIGGER  
USB  
HDMI  
Y
PB/CB  
PR/CR  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
S
VIDEO  
INPUT  
A
AC IN  
~ AC IN socket  
INPUT A connector (1 page 16)  
TRIGGER jack (minijack)  
Outputs a 12 V signal  
when the power is on.  
S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/  
VIDEO INPUT jack (phono type) (1 page 15)  
USB connector (VPL-HS51 only)  
Connects to a computer with the  
USB cable (A y mini-B: not  
supplied) when performing  
“Gamma Correction” using the  
specified controller,  
Y/PB/CB/PR/CR (phono type) (1 page 13)  
“ImageDirector.” (1 page 38)  
HDMI connector (1 page 14)  
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Bottom  
Adjusters  
Projector  
Lamp cover  
suspension support  
attachment holes  
Ventilation  
holes (intake)  
Location of Controls 63  
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Remote Control  
Infrared transmitter  
INPUT button  
LIGHT button  
Illuminates the buttons  
on the remote control.  
I/1 (on/standby) switch  
LIGHT  
INPUT  
DYNAMIC  
USER 1  
STANDARD  
CINEMA  
USER 3  
PICTURE  
MODE buttons  
PICTURE MODE  
USER 2  
M/m/</,(arrow)/  
ENTER buttons (1  
ENTER  
ADJ PIC button  
MENU button  
APA button  
APA  
ADJ PIC  
RCP  
MENU  
RESET button  
WIDE MODE  
RESET  
WIDE MODE button  
REAL COLOR PROCESSING  
RCP button  
BRIGHT  
CONTRAST  
BRIGHT +/– button  
CONTRAST +/–  
PROJECTOR  
RM-PJHS50  
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H
Index  
A
Adjusting  
Picture Quality of a Signal from the  
I
L
Location of Controls  
B
M
C
Menu  
Connecting  
Messages  
DVD Player/Recorder or Digital  
D
P
Picture Mode  
F
G
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R
Remote control  
Reset  
S
T
V
W
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Printed on 100% recycled paper.  
Power consumption in standby is 0.5 W.  
Lead-free solder is used for soldering.  
Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets and printed wiring boards.  
Polystyrene foam for the packaging cushions is not used in packaging.  
100% recycled paper is used for the carton.  
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan  
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