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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Step 1: Installing the Projector
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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
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
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
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
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.
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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.
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,
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
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
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
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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
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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”
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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,
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
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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
Picture
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
No picture.
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
The picture is too dark.
c Adjust the contrast or brightness in the “Adjust Picture” of the
Picture
The picture is not clear.
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
menu
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On-screen display
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
On-screen display does not
appear.
c Set “Status” in the Setup
Remote control
Symptom
Cause and Remedy
The remote control does
not work.
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
LAMP/COVER lights up.
c The lamp becomes a high temperature. Wait until the lamp
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
Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup
Please replace the LAMP.
Please replace the filter.
High temp.!
c When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher:
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
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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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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Ceiling Installation
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
TEMP/FAN Indicator
POWER SAVING
ON/STANDBY
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)
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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
TRIGGER jack (minijack)
Outputs a 12 V signal
when the power is on.
S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/
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,
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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
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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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.
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