Sony Projector VPL SW125 User Manual

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Data  
Projector  
Operating Instructions  
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual  
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.  
VPL-SX125  
VPL-SW125  
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check  
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.  
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B Overview  
Location and Function of Controls  
Main unit  
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qf  
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g LAMP/COVER indicator  
h Control panel (page 5)  
i Connector panel (page 4)  
j Remote control detector  
l Speaker  
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3
m Security lock  
Connects to an optional security cable  
manufactured by Kensington.  
a Projection lens  
b Focus ring (page 12)  
For details, visit Kensington’s web site.  
n Security bar  
d Air filter cover (page 36)/  
Connects to a commercially available  
security chain or wire.  
Ventilation holes (intake)  
If it is difficult to pull out, pull out the  
Security bar using a screwdriver.  
e Ventilation holes (intake)  
f Ventilation holes (exhaust)  
Caution  
Do not place anything near the ventilation  
holes as this may cause internal heat  
buildup. Do not place your hand near the  
ventilation holes and the circumference as  
this may cause injury.  
Security bar  
Location and Function of Controls  
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Connector Panel  
VPL-SX125  
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VPL-SW125  
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8 7  
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a INPUT A  
f OUTPUT  
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector  
(RGB/YPBPR)  
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)  
Video: Monitor output connector  
(MONITOR)  
Audio: Audio output connector  
(AUDIO)  
b INPUT B (VPL-SX125 only)  
Video: RGB input connector (RGB)  
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)  
Note  
This connector outputs the projected image or  
audio. The image is output as a computer signal  
input from the RGB input connector (INPUT  
A/INPUT B (INPUT B is available only for  
VPL-SX125)) or a video signal input from the  
YPBPR input connector (INPUT A).  
c INPUT B (VPL-SW125 only)  
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)  
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)  
d S VIDEO (S VIDEO IN)  
Video: S video input connector  
Audio: Audio input connector (L  
[MONO] AUDIO/R)  
Others  
g RS-232C connector  
RS-232C compatible control connector.  
Connects the computer’s RS-232C  
connector and the RS-232C cross cables.  
e VIDEO (VIDEO IN)  
Video: Video input connector  
Audio: Audio input connector (L  
[MONO] AUDIO/R)  
h LAN connector (page 27)  
Note  
i AC IN () socket  
The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO are  
shared.  
Connects the supplied AC power cord.  
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Location and Function of Controls  
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Remote Commander and Control Panel  
Remote Commander  
a Turning on the power/Going to  
standby mode  
?/1 (On/Standby) key  
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b Selecting an input signal  
INPUT  
MENU  
APA  
ECO MODE  
RESET  
INPUT key  
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4
c Operating a menu (page 15)  
MENU key  
ENTER  
RETURN  
RESET key  
PATTERN  
ASPECT KEYSTONE  
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys  
RETURN key  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
PIC MUTING  
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D
ZOOM VOLUME  
FREEZE AUDIO MUTING  
d Adjusting the image (page 12)  
ASPECT key  
Control Panel  
KEYSTONE key  
PATTERN key  
This function is not provided in this  
projector.  
1 2 3  
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APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key  
Note  
* Use this key when inputting a computer  
signal via the RGB input connector  
(INPUT A/INPUT B (INPUT B is  
available only for VPL-SX125)).  
e Using various functions during  
projecting  
*1  
D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key  
Enlarges a portion of the image while  
projecting.  
1 Press the D ZOOM + key to display  
the digital zoom icon on the projected  
image.  
2 Press the V/v/B/b keys to move the  
digital zoom icon to the point on the  
image you wish to enlarge.  
3 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D  
ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the  
enlargement ratio. The image can be  
enlarged up to 4 times.  
Press the RESET key to restore the  
previous image.  
Location and Function of Controls  
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PIC MUTING key  
Cuts off the image. Press again to restore  
the image.  
3 Select “User” then press the b key.  
The setting items appear.  
User  
AUDIO MUTING key  
Mutes the audio output. Press again to  
restore the previous volume.  
Lamp Mode  
Power Saving Mode Off  
Standby Mode Low  
Standard  
VOLUME +/– key  
For adjusting the volume output.  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
*2  
FREEZE key  
4 Press the V/v key to select the item  
then press the ENTER key.  
5 Press the V/v key to select the setting  
value.  
6 Press the ENTER key to restore the  
User screen.  
Pauses a projected image. Press again to  
restore the image.  
Notes  
*1: Use this key when inputting a  
computer signal. But it may not be  
used depending on the resolution of  
the input signal.  
*2: Use this key when inputting a  
computer signal.  
For details on ECO Mode settings, see  
Mode ” (page 24) on the INSTALL  
SETTING menu and “Power Saving  
Mode” (page 21) on the SET SETTING  
menu.  
f Setting the energy–saving mode  
easily  
Others  
ECO MODE key  
g Infrared transmitter  
Energy-saving mode can be set easily.  
Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp  
Mode,” “Power Saving Mode” and  
“Standby Mode.”  
About Remote Commander operation  
• Direct the Remote Commander toward the  
remote control detector.  
1 Press the ECO MODE key to display  
the ECO Mode menu.  
• The shorter the distance between the  
Remote Commander and the projector is,  
the wider the angle within which the  
Remote Commander can control the  
projector becomes.  
• Make sure that nothing obstructs the  
infrared beam between the Remote  
Commander and the remote control  
detector on the projector.  
ECO Mode Menu  
ECO Mode  
ECO  
User  
Sel:  
Exit:  
2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key  
to select ECO or User mode.  
ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum  
energy-saving value.  
Lamp Mode: Low  
Power Saving Mode: Standby  
Standby Mode: Low  
(go to step 6)  
User: Sets each item of the energy-  
saving mode menu as you desire  
(go to step 3).  
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B Preparation  
Connecting the Projector  
Notes  
• Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector.  
• Use the proper cables for each connection.  
• Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or  
cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.  
• For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.  
• Use a no-resistance audio cable.  
Connecting a Computer  
Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.  
INPUT A/INPUT B (INPUT B is available only for VPL-SX125)  
For connecting a computer with an RGB output connector.  
Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)  
RGB output  
connector  
Computer  
Audio output  
connector  
Audio cable (Stereo mini plug) (not supplied)  
Note  
It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-SX125)  
or 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-SW125) for the external monitor.  
Connecting the Projector  
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Connecting a Video equipment  
Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input  
signal.  
S VIDEO IN  
For connecting video equipment with an S-video output connector.  
S video cable  
(not supplied)  
S video output  
connector  
Audio output  
connector  
Video equipment  
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied)  
VIDEO IN  
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.  
Video cable (not supplied)  
Video output  
connector  
Audio output  
connector  
Video equipment  
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied)  
INPUT A  
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector.  
Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)  
YPBPR output  
connector  
Audio output  
connector  
Video equipment  
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied)  
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INPUT B (VPL-SW125 only)  
For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector.  
DVI-D output  
HDMI-DVI-D cable  
connector  
(not supplied)  
Computer  
HDMI cable  
HDMI output  
(not supplied)  
connector  
Video equipment  
Notes  
• Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.  
• The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal  
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.  
Connecting the Projector  
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Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment  
OUTPUT  
Projected images and input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor and  
audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier. When an audio cable is connected  
to the audio output connector, no sound will be heard from the built-in speaker.  
Display equipment  
Mini D-sub 15-pin  
RGB input  
cable (supplied)  
connector  
Audio input  
connector  
Audio cable  
(stereo mini plug)  
(not supplied)  
Audio equipment  
Note  
Projected images and audio can be output. The image is output only as a computer signal input from  
the RGB input connector (INPUT A/INPUT B (INPUT B is available only for VPL-SX125)) or a  
video signal input from the YPBPR input connector (INPUT A).  
10 Connecting the Projector  
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B Projecting/Adjusting an Image  
Projecting an Image  
The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install  
the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances  
and projected image sizes, see “Projection Distance” (page 42).  
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Computer  
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Video equipment  
Projector  
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Wall outlet  
1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall  
6 Switch your computer to output to  
external display by changing your  
computer’s setting.  
outlet.  
2 Connect all equipment to the projector  
How to switch the computer to output to  
the projector varies, depending on the  
type of computer.  
3 Press ?/1 to turn on the unit.  
4 Turn on the connected equipment.  
5 Select the input source.  
(Example)  
+
7 Adjust the focus and position of the  
Each time you press the INPUT key on  
the projector, the input signal switches.  
Press the INPUT key repeatedly to select  
an image to be projected.  
projected image (page 12).  
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Adjusting the Projected image  
Focus  
Position  
Adjuster adjustment button  
Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the adjusters  
You can adjust the height of the projector  
using the adjusters.  
By changing the slope of the projector with  
adjusters, you can adjust the position of the  
projected image.  
Notes  
• Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers.  
• Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjuster extended. It may cause malfunction.  
12 Projecting an Image  
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Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image  
Press ASPECT on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected image.  
You can also change the setting in Aspect of the INPUT SETTING menu (page 17, page 19).  
Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature)  
Keystone feature may not work automatically when the screen is tilted. In this case, set  
keystone manually.  
1 Press KEYSTONE on the remote  
commander or select V Keystone in the  
INSTALL SETTING menu.  
2 Use V/v/B/b to set the value. The higher  
the setting, narrower the top of the  
projected image. The lower the setting, the  
narrower the bottom.  
Increase the number  
towards plus  
Note  
Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic  
correction, the image may be deteriorated.  
Increase the number  
towards minus  
Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a  
signal is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment))  
Press APA on the remote commander. Press again to cancel during the setting.  
If Smart APA is set to On, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 21).  
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Turning Off the Power  
1 Press the ?/1 key on the main unit or the Remote Commander.  
The message appears. Press it again according to the message.  
2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.  
After step 1, the fan continues to run for a while to reduce internal heat, however, you may  
also unplug the AC power cord before the fan stops.  
To clear the confirmation message  
The message disappears if you press any key other than the ?/1 key on the main unit or the  
Remote Commander, or if you do not press any key for a while.  
To turn off without displaying confirmation message  
Hold the ?/1 key on the main unit pressed for a few seconds.  
14 Projecting an Image  
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B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu  
Using a MENU  
Note  
The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are  
using.  
factory preset value, press the RESET  
key during setting or adjusting.  
1 Press the MENU key to display the  
menu.  
Selecting items  
2 Select the setting menu.  
PICTURE SETTING  
Input-A  
Use the V or v key to select the setting  
Picture Mode  
Adjust Picture...  
Dynamic
Standard  
Game  
menu then press b or ENTER key.  
Volume  
Living  
Setting menu  
Cinema  
Presentation  
PICTURE SETTING  
Input-A  
Presentation  
Picture Mode  
Adjust Picture...  
Volume  
30  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Eixt:  
Using the setting menu  
Press the V or v key to select the item.  
Press the ENTER key to restore the  
previous screen.  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Eixt:  
Using the adjustment menu  
To increase the number, press the V or b  
key and to decrease the number, press  
the v or B key. Press the ENTER key to  
register the setting. The previous screen  
is restored.  
3 Select the setting item.  
Use the V or v key to select the setting  
menu then press b or ENTER key.  
To return to the selection screen of the  
setting menu, press the B key.  
Setting items  
90  
PICTURE SETTING  
Input-A  
Presentation  
Picture Mode  
Adjust Picture...  
5 Press the MENU key to clear the  
Volume  
30  
menu.  
The menu disappears automatically if no  
key is pressed for a while.  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Eixt:  
4 Make the setting or adjustment for the  
selected item.  
Menu operation differs depending on the  
setting item. If the next menu window is  
displayed, select the item according to  
the operations in step 3.  
To return to the selection screen of the  
setting items, press the B key. Also, to  
reset the setting value of an item to its  
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The PICTURE SETTING Menu  
For adjusting the picture for each input signal.  
Items  
Item descriptions  
Picture Mode  
Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a “dynamic and vivid” picture.  
Standard: Makes the picture be natural and well balanced.  
Game: Select for viewing game picture.  
Living: Select for viewing sports, music, and digital video camera picture.  
Cinema: Select for viewing film-like picture.  
*1  
Presentation : Makes the picture bright to suit for a presentation.  
Adjust Picture... The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for each  
picture mode separately.  
Contrast  
The higher the setting, the greater the contrast. The lower the setting, the lower  
the contrast.  
Brightness The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker  
the picture.  
*2 *4  
Color  
The higher the setting, the greater the intensity. The lower the setting, the lower  
the intensity.  
*2 *4 *5  
Hue  
The higher the setting, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the  
setting, the more reddish the picture becomes.  
*2  
Sharpness  
Color  
The higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting, the softer  
the picture.  
High/Middle/Low: The higher the temperature, the more bluish the picture.  
The lower the temperature, the more reddish the picture.  
*3  
Temp.  
DDE  
(Dynamic  
Detail  
Off: Plays back the interlace format without conversion.  
Progressive: Plays back the video signal of the interlace format converting to  
progressive.  
Film: Precisely reproduces the image from a film source to suit the original  
film source.  
Enhancer)  
*6  
Gamma  
Mode  
Graphics: Improves the reproduction of halftones. Photos can be reproduced  
in natural tones.  
*1  
Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for images that contain lots of text.  
Volume  
The higher the setting, the higher an audio volume and the lower the setting, the  
lower the audio volume. The audio output level will work simultaneously.  
Notes  
*1: When a computer signal is input, this option is available.  
*2: When a video signal is input, this option is available.  
*3: When “Picture Mode” is set to the item other than “Presentation,” this option is available.  
*4: When a B & W signal is input, this option is not available.  
*5: When an analog TV signal is input, this option may not available, depending on the color system.  
*6: When a progressive signal or a 1080i signal is input, this option is not available.  
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The INPUT SETTING Menu  
For adjusting the size, position, and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal.  
Items  
Item descriptions  
Adjust Signal  
Adjusts the image of computer signal. Use this item if the edge of the image  
is cut and reception is bad.  
*1  
Dot Phase  
Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal. Set to the  
value where looks clearest.  
*1  
H Size  
The higher the setting, the wider the horizontal image elements (pitch). The  
lower the setting, the narrower the horizontal image elements (pitch).  
*2  
Shift  
H: The higher the setting, the farther right the image is projected on the  
screen. The lower the setting, the image farther left.  
V: The higher the setting, the farther up the image is projected on the screen.  
The lower the setting, the image farther down.  
*3  
Aspect  
Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 19).  
When the  
computer  
signal is  
input  
Normal: Displays the image on the center point of the projected image  
without changing the resolution of the input signal or enlarging the image.  
Full1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without  
changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.  
Full2: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size.  
*4  
Full3 : Displays a 1280 × 760 dot picture on the screen without changing  
the aspect ratio of the original image.  
When the  
video signal aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.  
4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an  
is input  
(VPL-  
SX125)  
16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an  
aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.  
Zoom: Display the center point of the projected image to zoom.  
When the  
Normal: Displays the image with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.  
video signal Full: Displays the image with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.  
is input  
(VPL-  
SW125)  
Zoom: Displays the image to enlarge without changing the aspect  
ratio of the original image.  
Wide Zoom: Displays the image to enlarge with minimum distortion.  
*4 *5  
Over Scan  
On/Off: When set to “On”, the outer edges of the picture will be hidden.  
Select this setting when noise appears along the edge of the picture.  
Notes  
*1: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input connector (INPUT A/INPUT B  
(INPUT B is available only for VPL-SX125)).  
*2: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input connector (INPUT A/INPUT B  
(INPUT B is available only for VPL-SX125)) or a video signal is input from the YPBPR input  
connector (INPUT A).  
*3: • Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture  
by switching to the aspect mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or  
producers, which are legally protected.  
• Depending on the input signal, setting items for aspect ratio or some other setting items cannot  
be set in some cases, or changing the aspect ratio setting may have no effect.  
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• A part of the image may be displayed in black, depending on the setting item.  
*4: VPL-SW125 only.  
*5: Available when a video signal is input from the YPBPR input connector (INPUT A) or the HDMI  
input connector (INPUT B). (Available for VPL-SW125 only.)  
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Aspect  
*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is  
projected in the same resolution as the  
input signal without changing the aspect  
ratio of the original image.  
VPL-SX125  
Input signal  
Recommended  
setting value and  
projected image  
*1  
(4:3)  
(16:9)  
(16:10)  
(Full1)  
*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected  
to fit the projected image size, regardless  
of the aspect ratio of the image.  
*1 *2  
(Full1)  
*3: Depending on the input signal, the  
projected image may be projected as  
illustrated below. In this a case, select  
“16:9.”  
*1 *2  
(Full1)  
*3  
(4:3)  
(4:3)  
*4: Depending on the input signal, the image  
may be projected as illustrated below. In  
this a case, select “Zoom.”  
*4  
(16:9)  
(16:9)  
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*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is  
projected in the same resolution as the  
input signal without changing the aspect  
ratio of the original image.  
VPL-SW125  
Input signal  
Recommended  
setting value and  
projected image  
*1 *2 *3  
(4:3)  
(16:9)  
(16:10)  
(Full1)  
*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected  
to fit the projected image size, regardless  
of the aspect ratio of the image.  
*1 *2 *3  
(Full1)  
*3: If you adjust the projected image position  
using an image with 16:9 aspect ratio and  
then switch the input source to 4:3 image,  
the top and bottom edge of the image may  
be hidden. In this a case, select “Full3.”  
*3  
(Full1)  
*4 *5  
(4:3)  
(Normal)  
*4: Depending on the input signal, the  
projected image may be projected as  
illustrated below. In this a case, select  
“Full.”  
(16:9)  
(Full)  
*5: Depending on the input signal, the image  
may be projected as illustrated below. In  
this a case, select “Zoom.”  
20 The INPUT SETTING Menu  
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The SET SETTING Menu  
The SET SETTING menu is used for setting various functions of the projector.  
Items  
Item descriptions  
Smart APA  
On/Off: When set to “On,” executes APA automatically when a signal  
*1 *2  
is input.  
Auto Input Search  
Input-A Signal Sel.  
Color System  
On/Off: When set to “On,” the projector detects input signals in the  
following order: Input-A/Input-B/Video/S Video. It indicates the input  
channel when the power is turned on or the INPUT key is pressed.  
Auto/Computer/Component/Video GBR: When set to “Auto,”  
selects the type of video signal input automatically when “Input-A” is  
*3  
selected with the INPUT key.  
Auto/NTSC3.58/PAL/PAL-60/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N:  
When set to “Auto,” selects the color system automatically when “S  
*3  
Video” or “Video” is selected with the INPUT key.  
Power Saving Mode  
Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power  
consumption is reduced if no signal is input for 10 minutes. The lamp  
lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. In Lamp  
Cutoff, the ?/1 key lights in orange (page 30).  
Standby: The power will be turned off automatically and the projector  
goes to Standby mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes.  
Off: The Power Saving Mode is canceled.  
Panel Key Lock  
On/Off: When set to “On,” locks all the control panel keys of the  
projector. However, you can operate the following when set to “On”:  
• Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during  
Standby mode.  
c The projector turns on.  
• Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during  
power on.  
c The projector goes to Standby mode.  
• Press and hold the MENU key for approximately 10 seconds during  
power on.  
c “Panel Key Lock” is set to “Off” and enables operation of all keys  
on the projector.  
CC Display  
CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed  
caption service (Captions or Text).  
Off: Closed caption does not appear.  
*4  
Network Setting  
IP Address Setup  
Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the  
DHCP server such as a router.  
Manual: To specify the IP Address manually.  
IP Address/Subnet When “Manual” is selected for “IP Address Setup,” select the item  
Mask/Default  
Gateway/DNS  
Server/Apply  
with the B or b key and input the value with V or v key. When all  
items are entered, select “Apply” then press the ENTER key. The  
entered settings will be registered.  
Lamp Timer Reset  
When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 34).  
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Notes  
*1: Executes APA when a computer signal is input via the RGB input connector (INPUT A/INPUT  
B (INPUT B is available only for VPL-SX125)).  
*2: If the projected image includes large amount of black portion around it, the APA function will  
not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen and also optimum  
image cannot be obtained, depending on the type of input signal. In this case, adjust the “Dot  
Phase,” “H size,” and “Shift” items manually.  
*3: The image may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal. In such a case,  
adjust it manually to suit to the connected equipment.  
*4: “Network Setting” is not displayed while “REMOTE” is selected from “External Control” in the  
INSTALL SETTING menu.  
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The MENU SETTING Menu  
The MENU SETTING menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the  
Remote Commander.  
Items  
Item descriptions  
Status  
On: All on-screen statuses are enabled.  
Off: 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.  
Menu Position  
Top Left/Bottom Left/Center/Top Right/Bottom Right: Selects the display  
position of the menu.  
Start Up Image  
On/Off: When set to “On,” the Start Up Image is displayed on the screen upon  
startup of the projector.  
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The INSTALL SETTING Menu  
The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for installing the projector.  
Items  
Item descriptions  
*1  
V Keystone  
Auto: Set keystone adjustment automatically. When the projector is  
installed on an uneven surface, the feature may not work properly. In this  
case, select “Manual” to set keystone adjustment manually.  
Manual: The higher the setting, narrower the top of the projected image.  
The lower the setting, narrower the bottom of the projected image.  
Image Flip  
HV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally and/or vertically  
according to the installation method.  
Background  
Lamp Mode  
High Altitude  
Black/Blue: Selects the background color of the projected image when no  
signal is input.  
High/Standard/Low: When set to “High,” the image becomes brighter,  
and power consumption becomes higher.  
On/Off: Set to “On” when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or  
higher. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component  
reliability.  
*2  
Mode  
*3  
Security Lock  
On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to authorized  
users by password. The setting procedures for security locking are as  
follows:  
1 Select “On” and press ENTER to display the setting menu.  
2 Input the password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys. (The  
default password setting is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)  
3 Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys.  
4 Enter the password again to confirm.  
Enter the password when you turn on the projector after disconnecting and  
reconnecting the AC power cord.  
When it is set to “Off,” you can cancel the security lock. You are required to  
input the password again.  
If you fail to enter the correct password after three consecutive times, the  
projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to go Standby  
mode then turn on the power again.  
Direct Power On  
External Control  
On/Off: When set to “On,” you can turn the power on without going to  
Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall outlet.  
Regardless of the Direct Power On setting, you can disconnect the AC  
power cord to turn off the power without going to the Standby mode.  
REMOTE: Select to control the projector using RS-232C.  
NETWORK: Select to control the projector via network.  
*4  
Standby Mode  
Standard/Low: When set to “Low,” lowers power consumption in Standby  
mode.  
Notes  
*1: Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.  
*2: When “High Altitude Mode” is set to “On,” the speed of the fan increases, and the fan noise  
becomes slightly louder.  
*3: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony  
personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked to verify the projector’s  
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serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your  
identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.  
*4: When “Standby Mode” is set to “Low,” the network and network control function cannot be  
operated while the projector is in standby mode.  
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The INFORMATION Menu  
The INFORMATION menu enables you to confirm various information on the projector, such  
as the total usage hours of a lamp.  
Items  
Item descriptions  
Model Name  
Displays the model name.  
Serial No.  
Displays the serial number.  
*1  
fH  
Displays the horizontal frequency of the current input signal.  
Displays the vertical frequency of the current input signal.  
Displays the type of the current input signal.  
Indicates the total usage time of a lamp.  
*1  
fV  
Signal type  
Lamp Timer  
Note  
*1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.  
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B Network  
Using Network Features  
Connection to the network allows you to operate the following features:  
• Checking the current status of the projector via a Web browser.  
• Remotely controlling the projector via a Web browser.  
• Receiving the e-mail report for the projector.  
• Making the network settings for the projector.  
• Supports network monitoring, control protocol (Advertisement, PJ Talk, PJ Link, AMX  
DDDP [Dynamic Device Discovery Protocol]).  
Notes  
• The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you  
are using.  
• Supported Web browsers are Internet Explorer 6/7/8.  
• The menu displays only English.  
• If the browser of your computer is set to [Use a proxy server] when you have access to the projector  
from your computer, click the check mark to set accessing without using a proxy server.  
Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web  
Browser  
You can confirm the IP address of the  
projector under “Network Setting” on  
the SET SETTING menu.  
1 Connect the LAN cable.  
LAN cable  
(straighttype)  
(not supplied)  
LAN Connector  
The following window appears in the  
Web browser:  
Hub, router, etc  
Once you make the network settings, you  
can open the Control window only by  
performing step 3 of this procedure.  
2 Set the network settings for the  
projector using “Network Setting” on  
the SET SETTING menu (page 21).  
How to operate the Control window  
3 Start a web browser on the computer,  
enter the following in the address field,  
Switching the page  
Click one of the Page Switching buttons to  
display the desired setting page.  
then press the Enter key on your  
computer.  
(xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx: IP address for the  
projector)  
Page Switching buttons  
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Confirming the Information  
regarding the Projector  
You can confirm the current settings for the  
projector on the Information page.  
No password is set by default. The user  
name is preset to “root.” Input required  
information after logging in.  
Changing the password  
Enable: Select to set a new password.  
Disable: Select not to change the  
password.  
Information area  
Operating the Projector from  
a Computer  
You can control the projector from the  
computer on the Control page.  
Note  
If you forget your password, consult with  
qualified Sony personnel.  
Setting the location  
Location: Input information on where  
the projector is installed.  
Operation area  
The functions of the keys shown in the  
operation area are the same as those of the  
keys on the supplied Remote Commander.  
Using the e-mail report  
Function  
Making the Network Settings  
Setting the network password  
The log-in screen appears after the Network  
page is selected.  
Set the e-mail report function on the Mail  
Report page. Entered values will not be  
applied unless you click on [Apply].  
1 Set the e-mail report function.  
Enable: Select to activate the e-mail  
report function.  
Disable: Select to deactivate the e-mail  
report function.  
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2
3
4
5
2 Enter the outgoing e-mail address in  
the Send To box then check the Report  
Timing check box of the e-mail report  
to be sent.  
A massage will be sent simultaneously  
to secondary recipients by entering their  
e-mail addresses in the CC box.  
3 Set the timing to send e-mail report.  
Over Lamp Usage Time: Tick the box  
to send a report that indicates the time  
for lamp replacement.  
Error: Tick the box to send a report that  
indicates an error occurring.  
4 Set the mail account for sending e-  
mail reports.  
User Name: Enter the allocated user  
name. Up to 64 characters can be  
input.  
Password: Enter the e-mail password.  
SMTP Server: Enter the address of  
outgoing mail server (SMTP). Up to  
64 characters can be input.  
5 Send the test mail.  
Check on the Send test mail check box  
then click on [Apply] to send your test  
mail to the e-mail address you set.  
Notes  
• The e-mail report function is not available  
because the network which Outbound Port25  
Blocking is used cannot be connected to the  
SMTP server.  
You cannot use the following characters to  
enter the characters in the text box: “ ' ”, “ “  
”, “ & ”, “ < ”, “ > ”  
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B Others  
Indicators  
The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of the projector.  
If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with the table  
below.  
?/1 key  
Status  
Meaning/Remedies  
Lights in red  
Flashes in green  
The projector is in Standby mode.  
• The projector is ready to operate after having been turned on.  
• The lamp cools after the projector is turned off.  
Lights in green  
Lights in orange  
Flashes in red  
The projector’s power is on.  
The projector is in Power Saving Mode (lamp cut off). (page 21)  
The projector is in abnormal status. Symptoms are indicated by  
number of flashes. Address the problem in accordance with the  
following. If the symptom is shown again, consult with qualified Sony  
personnel.  
Flashes twice  
The internal temperature is unusually high. Check the items below.  
• Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.  
• Check to see if the air filter is not clogged. (page 3, page 36)  
Flashes six times Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet. After checking that the  
?/1 key goes out, plug the power cord to a wall outlet again then turn  
on the projector.  
Other number of  
flashes  
Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
LAMP/COVER indicator  
Status  
Meaning/Remedies  
Flashes in red  
Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes. Address the problem in  
accordance with the following.  
Flashes twice  
The lamp cover or the air filter cover is not attached securely.  
Flashes three times The temperature of lamp is unusually high. Turn off the power and  
wait for lamp to cool then turn on the power again. If the symptom is  
shown again, the lamp may be burnt out. In such a case, replace the  
lamp with a new one (page 34).  
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Messages List  
When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in  
accordance with the table below.  
Message  
Meaning/Remedy  
Page  
High temp.! Lamp off in Check the items below.  
1 min.  
• Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.  
• Check to see if the air filter is not clogged.  
Frequency is out of  
range!  
Change the output setting of the connected equipment to one  
for signals supported by the projector.  
Please check Input-A  
Signal Sel.  
Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” to “Auto” or select the input signal  
type to suit to the input signal.  
Please replace the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one and clean the air filter. The  
and clean the Filter.  
message appears whenever you turn on the power until you  
replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer.  
Not applicable!  
Invalid key pressed.  
The panel keys are  
locked!  
“Panel Key Lock” is set to “On.”  
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Troubleshooting  
Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the  
instructions below.  
Symptom  
Remedy  
Page  
The power is not turned Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected.  
on.  
When the “Panel Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn on  
the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.  
If the lamp or lamp cover is not attached securely, the projector  
cannot be turned on.  
If the air filter or air filter cover is not attached securely, the  
projector cannot be turned on.  
No image.  
Check if the connecting cable is connected to external  
equipment firmly.  
Check if the computer signal is set for output to an external  
monitor. If you set your computer, such as a notebook  
computer, 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 an external monitor.  
Check if the input source is correctly selected.  
Check if the picture is muted.  
On-screen display does The on-screen display does not appear when “Status” in the  
not appear.  
MENU SETTING menu is set to “Off.”  
The aspect ratio of the  
display is not right/the  
image is displayed  
Set “Aspect” manually.  
5, 17,  
smaller /a portion of  
image does not appear.  
The image is a  
trapezoid.  
The images become trapezoidal because of the projection  
angle. In such a case, you can correct the trapezoidal  
distortion, using a Keystone feature.  
When the “V Keystone” is set to “Manual,” the keystone  
feature does not work automatically. Set “V Keystone” to  
“Auto” or “Manual” to set manually.  
5, 13,  
When the projector is installed on an uneven surface, the  
5, 13,  
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set “V Keystone” manually.  
The image is dark/too  
bright.  
The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode”  
affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is  
appropriate.  
The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check  
“Lamp Timer,” and replace the lamp with a new one if  
necessary.  
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Symptom  
Remedy  
Page  
The image is not clear.  
Check if the projector is in focus.  
The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated  
on the lens. In such a case, let the projector sit for about two  
hours with the power on.  
The image is noisy.  
No sound.  
Check if the connecting cable is connected to external  
equipment properly.  
Check that the connecting cables between the projector and  
external video or audio equipment are securely connected.  
Check if the output setting of connected external audio  
equipment is set to output the audio signal from the projector.  
Check if the connecting cable is connected to external  
equipment firmly.  
Audio is not output if audio muting is activated.  
Check if “Volume” is not set to minimum.  
Check that the batteries are installed correctly.  
Check that the batteries are not exhausted.  
The Remote  
Commander does not  
work.  
The fan is noisy.  
The sound from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the  
lamp, etc. in the following cases.  
• “Lamp Mode” is set to “High.”  
• “High Altitude Mode” is set to “On.”  
• The unit is used in the location where the temperature is high.  
If the ventilation holes are blocked, the internal temperature of  
the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger.  
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Replacing the Lamp  
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image or the LAMP/  
COVER indicator notifies you to replace the lamp (pages 30, 31).  
Use an LMP-E211 projector lamp (not supplied) for replacement.  
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect  
Caution  
the AC power cord from a wall outlet.  
• The lamp remains hot after the projector is  
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may  
burn your finger. When you replace the  
lamp, wait for at least an hour after  
turning off the projector for the lamp to  
cool sufficiently.  
2 When the lamp has cooled  
sufficiently, open the lamp cover by  
loosening 1 screw.  
• Do not allow any metallic or inflammable  
objects into the lamp replacement slot after  
removing the lamp, otherwise it may cause  
electrical shock or fire. Do not put your  
hands into the slot.  
If the lamp breaks, contact qualified  
Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp  
yourself.  
• When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it  
out straight, by holding the designated  
location. If you touch a part of the lamp other  
than the designated location, you may be  
burned or injured. If you pull out the lamp  
while the projector is tilted, the pieces may  
scatter if the lamp breaks any may cause  
injury.  
3 Loosen the 2 screws on the lamp then  
pull out the lamp by its grab.  
Grab  
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4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until  
it is securely in place. Tighten the  
2 screws.  
Caution  
Disposal of the used lamp  
For the customers in the USA  
Lamp in this product contains mercury.  
Disposal of these materials may be  
regulated due to environmental  
considerations. For disposal or  
recycling information, please contact  
your local authorities or the  
Telecommunications Industry  
Association (www.eiae.org).  
5 Close the lamp cover and tighten the  
1 screw.  
Note  
Be sure to install the lamp and Lamp cover  
securely as it was. If not, the projector  
cannot be turned on.  
6 Connect the AC power cord to a wall  
outlet and turn on the projector.  
7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of  
the next replacement time.  
Select “Lamp Timer Reset” on the SET  
SETTING menu then press the ENTER  
key. When a message appears, select  
Yes” to reset the lamp timer (page 21).  
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Cleaning the Air Filter  
When a message appears on the projected image, clean the air filter (page 31).  
If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter even after cleaning, replace the air filter with  
a new one.  
For details on a new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
Caution  
If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the  
temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible malfunction or fire.  
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect  
4 Attach the air filter cover to the unit.  
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.  
Note  
2 Draw out the air filter cover.  
Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly. If  
not, the projector cannot be turned on.  
Air filter  
3 Clean the air filter with a vacuum  
cleaner.  
Remove the air filter as illustrated below  
then clean with the vacuum cleaner.  
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Specifications  
Item  
Description  
Model  
VPL-SX125/VPL-SW125  
3 LCD system  
Projection system  
Display device  
Effective display VPL-SX125: 0.63 inch (16.0 mm), 3 plate, Aspect ratio  
size  
4:3  
VPL-SW125: 0.59-inch (15.0 mm), 3 plate, Aspect ratio  
16:10  
Effective picture VPL-SX125: 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 pixels, 3  
elements  
plate panels)  
VPL-SW125: 3,072,000 pixels (1280 × 800 pixels, 3  
plate panels)  
Projection lens  
Light source  
Focus  
Manual  
High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type  
Projected image  
size  
VPL-SX125: 50 inches to 110 inches (1.27 m to 2.79 m)  
VPL-SW125: 50 inches to 100 inches (1.27 m to 2.54 m)  
Luminous flux  
(Brightness)  
VPL-SX125: 2500 lm  
VPL-SW125: 2600 lm  
(when “Lamp Mode” is set to “High”)  
Speaker  
1 W × 1 (monaural)  
Applicable  
scanning  
frequency  
Horizontal: 19 kHz to 92 kHz, Vertical: 48 Hz to 92 Hz  
*1  
Resolution  
When a computer Maximum display resolution: 1400 × 1050 pixels (resize)  
signal is input  
Panel display resolution:  
VPL-SX125: 1024 × 768 pixels  
VPL-SW125: 1280 × 800 pixels  
When a video  
signal is input  
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p,  
576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i  
Color system  
NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N,  
PAL60  
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Item  
Description  
Model  
VPL-SX125/VPL-SW125  
INPUT OUTPUT INPUT A  
(Computer/video)  
RGB/YPBPR input connector: Mini D-sub 15 pin  
female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB, sync negative, 75  
ohms terminated, RGB/PBPR: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms  
terminated, Sync signal: TTL level high impedance,  
positive/negative  
Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack, rated input  
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms  
INPUT B  
(VPL-SX125  
only)  
RGB input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin female,  
RGB: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated, Sync signal:  
TTL level high impedance, positive/negative  
Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack, rated input  
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms  
INPUT B  
(VPL-SW125  
only)  
HDMI input connector: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP support,  
HDMI audio support  
S VIDEO (S  
VIDEO IN)  
S video input connector: Mini DIN 4-pin, Y: 1 Vp-p  
2
dB, sync negative, 75 ohmes terminated, C: (burst signal)  
0.286 (NTSC)/0.3 (PAL/SECAM) Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms  
terminated  
Audio input connector: Phono jack × 2, rated input  
500 mVrms, Input impedance more than 47 kohms  
VIDEO (VIDEO Video input connector: Phono jack, 1 Vp-p 2 dB,  
IN)  
sync negative, 75 ohmes terminated  
Audio input connector: Shared with S VIDEO IN  
OUTPUT  
MONITOR output connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin  
female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB, sync negative, 75  
ohms terminated, RGB/PBPR: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms  
terminated, Sync signal: HD, VD 4 V (open), 1 Vp-p (75  
ohms), positive/negative  
Audio output connector: Stereo mini jack, stereo, 1  
Vrms (maximum volume, when inputting 500 mVrms),  
output impedance 5 kohms  
Others connector  
RS-232C connector: D-Sub 9 pin female  
LAN connector: RJ45, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX  
Operating  
temperature/  
Operating  
humidity  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)/20% to 80% (no  
condensation)  
Storage  
temperature/  
Storage humidity  
–10 °C to +60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)/ 20% to 80% (no  
condensation)  
Power  
100 V to 240 V AC, 3.0 A-1.3 A, 50/60 Hz  
requirements  
Power  
consumption  
100 V AC: 290 W  
240 V AC: 275 W  
Standby power  
100 V AC: 3 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to  
“Standard”)/1 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)  
240 V AC: 3 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to  
“Standard”)/1 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)  
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Description  
Model  
VPL-SX125/VPL-SW125  
Heat dissipation  
100 V AC: 990 BTU  
240 V AC: 940 BTU  
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Standard  
dimensions  
(W/H/D)  
Approx. 313.4 × 160.3 × 349.3 mm (12 /32 × 6 /16 ×  
13 /4)  
3
11  
23  
Approx. 313.4 × 144.9 × 349.3 mm (12 /32 × 5 /32 ×  
3
13 /4 inches) (without projecting parts)  
Mass  
Approx. 3.7 kg (8 lb 3 oz)  
Supplied  
accessories  
See “Checking the Supplied Accessories” in the supplied  
Quick Reference Manual.  
Optional  
accessories  
Projector Lamp LMP-E211 (for replacement)  
*2 *3  
Notes  
*1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals” on page 41.  
*2: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of April 2011.  
*3: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local  
Sony Authorized Dealer.  
Design and specifications of the unit, including the optional accessories, are subject to change  
without notice.  
Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE  
FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,  
COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT  
OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING  
THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR  
ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.  
Specifications 39  
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Pin assignment  
RGB input connector (Mini D-sub  
15-pin, female)  
1
2
3
Video input  
(red) R  
9
Power supply  
input for DDC  
Video input  
(green) G  
10 GND  
Video input  
(blue) B  
11 GND  
4
5
GND  
12 DDC/SDA  
RESERVE  
13 Horizontal sync  
signal  
6
GND (R)  
14 Vertical sync  
signal  
7
8
GND (G)  
GND (B)  
15 DDC/SCL  
RS-232C connector (D-Sub 9-pin,  
female)  
5
1
9
6
1
2
3
4
5
NC  
6
7
8
9
NC  
RXDA  
TXDA  
DTR  
RTS  
CTS  
NC  
GND  
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Input connector  
Acceptable Input Signals  
Computer signal  
fH [kHz]/  
fV [Hz]  
Resolution  
*1  
RGB  
z
HDMI  
z
1440 × 900  
1280 × 800  
55.9/60  
49.7/60  
Input connector  
fH [kHz]/  
fV [Hz]  
z
z
Resolution  
*1  
RGB  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
HDMI  
640 × 350  
31.5/70  
37.9/85  
24.8/56  
31.5/70  
37.9/85  
31.5/60  
35.0/67  
37.9/73  
37.5/75  
43.3/85  
35.2/56  
37.9/60  
48.1/72  
46.9/75  
53.7/85  
49.7/75  
48.4/60  
56.5/70  
60.0/75  
68.7/85  
64.0/70  
67.5/75  
77.5/85  
61.8/66  
60.0/60  
75.0/75  
Digital TV signal  
Input connector  
640 × 400  
640 × 480  
Signal  
fV [Hz]  
RGB/  
YPBPR  
*1  
HDMI  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
480i  
576i  
60  
50  
60  
50  
60  
50  
60  
50  
z
480p  
576p  
1080i  
1080i  
720p  
720p  
800 × 600  
z
Analog TV signal  
Input  
connector  
Signal  
fV [Hz]  
832 × 624  
VIDEO /  
S VIDEO  
z
1024 × 768  
z
NTSC  
60  
50  
z
PAL/SECAM  
Notes  
1152 × 864  
*1: Available for VPL-SW125 only.  
• When a signal other than the signals listed in  
table is input, the picture may not be  
displayed properly.  
• An input signal meant for screen resolution  
different from that of the panel will not be  
displayed in its original resolution. Text and  
lines may be uneven.  
1152 × 900  
1280 × 960  
z
z
1280 × 1024 64.0/60  
80.0/75  
91.1/85  
z
z
z
z
1400 × 1050 65.3/60  
1280 × 768  
1280 × 720  
1360 × 768  
47.8/60  
45.0/60  
47.7/60  
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Projection Distance  
The following describes the projection distance and height from lens center to bottom of screen  
by each projected screen size.  
The projection distance is the distance between the front of the lens and the surface of the  
projected image.  
Height H is the height from the bottom of the projected image (top for ceiling mount) to A  
(determined by drawing a perpendicular line from lens center to projected image surface).  
Floor Installation (Adjuster (rear) fully extended)  
Projection distance L  
Projected  
image  
Front of the lens  
Height H from lens  
center to bottom  
of screen  
A
VPL-SX125  
Projection distance  
Unit: m (inches)  
Height H from lens  
center to bottom of  
screen  
Projected image size  
Projection  
Distance L  
Diagonal D  
Width × Height  
50 inch (1.27 m)  
80 inch (2.03 m)  
90 inch (2.29 m)  
100 inch (2.54 m)  
110 inch (2.79 m)  
1.02 × 0.76 (40 × 30)  
1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48)  
1.83 × 1.37 (72 × 54)  
2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60)  
2.24 × 1.68 (88 × 66)  
0.61 (24)  
1.00 (39)  
1.13 (44)  
1.26 (50)  
1.39 (55)  
0.08 (3.00)  
0.12 (4.80)  
0.14 (5.40)  
0.15 (6.00)  
0.17 (6.60)  
Projection distance formula  
D: Projected image size (Diagonal)  
H: Distance between the bottom edge of the image and the center of the lens  
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Expression#1  
Unit: m (inches)  
Projection Distance L  
L=0.013009 × D – 0.0384 (L=0.512178 × D – 1.5125)  
Expression#2  
Height H from lens center to bottom of screen  
H=0.00152 × D (H=0.06000 × D)  
VPL-SW125  
Projection distance  
Unit: m (inches)  
Height H from lens  
center to bottom of  
screen  
Projected image size  
Projection  
Distance L  
Diagonal D  
Width × Height  
50 inch (1.27 m)  
60 inch (1.52 m)  
70 inch (1.78 m)  
80 inch (2.03 m)  
100 inch (2.54 m)  
1.08 × 0.67 (42 × 26)  
1.29 × 0.81 (51 × 32)  
1.51 × 0.94 (59 × 37)  
1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42)  
2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53)  
0.65 (26)  
0.79 (31)  
0.93 (36)  
1.06 (42)  
1.34 (53)  
0.15 (5.83)  
0.18 (7.00)  
0.21 (8.16)  
0.24 (9.33)  
0.30 (11.66)  
Projection distance formula  
D: Projected image size (Diagonal)  
H: Distance between the bottom edge of the image and the center of the lens  
Expression#1  
Unit: m (inches)  
Projection Distance L  
L=0.013794 × D – 0.0394 (L=0.543087 × D – 1.5503)  
Expression#2  
Height H from lens center to bottom of screen  
H=0.00296 × D (H=0.11660 × D)  
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Ceiling Installation (Top side parallel to ceiling)  
Caution  
Never mount the projector on the ceiling or move it by yourself. Be sure to consult with  
qualified Sony personnel (charged).  
Height H from  
lens center to  
top of screen  
Front of the lens  
A
Top side  
Projected  
image  
Projection distance L  
VPL-SX125  
Projection distance  
Unit: m (inches)  
Projected image size  
Projection  
Distance L  
Height H from lens  
center to top of screen  
Diagonal D  
Width × Height  
50 inch (1.27 m)  
80 inch (2.03 m)  
90 inch (2.29 m)  
100 inch (2.54 m)  
110 inch (2.79 m)  
1.02 × 0.76 (40 × 30)  
1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48)  
1.83 × 1.37 (72 × 54)  
2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60)  
2.24 × 1.68 (88 × 66)  
0.61 (24)  
1.00 (39)  
1.13 (44)  
1.26 (50)  
1.39 (55)  
0.08 (3.00)  
0.12 (4.80)  
0.14 (5.40)  
0.15 (6.00)  
0.17 (6.60)  
Projection distance formula  
D: Projected image size (Diagonal)  
H: Distance between the top edge of the image and the center of the lens  
Expression#1  
Unit: m (inches)  
Projection Distance L  
L=0.013009 × D – 0.0384 (L=0.512178 × D – 1.5125)  
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Expression#2  
Height H from lens center to top of screen  
H=0.00152 × D (H=0.06000 × D)  
In the case of ceiling mounting, check with your dealer regarding the use of a mount kit that is  
warranted for use with this product.  
VPL-SW125  
Projection distance  
Unit: m (inches)  
Projected image size  
Projection  
Distance L  
Height H from lens  
center to top of screen  
Diagonal D  
Width × Height  
50 inch (1.27 m)  
60 inch (1.52 m)  
70 inch (1.78 m)  
80 inch (2.03 m)  
100 inch (2.54 m)  
1.08 × 0.67 (42 × 26)  
1.29 × 0.81 (51 × 32)  
1.51 × 0.94 (59 × 37)  
1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42)  
2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53)  
0.65 (26)  
0.79 (31)  
0.93 (36)  
1.06 (42)  
1.34 (53)  
0.15 (5.83)  
0.18 (7.00)  
0.21 (8.16)  
0.24 (9.33)  
0.30 (11.66)  
Projection distance formula  
D: Projected image size (Diagonal)  
H: Distance between the top edge of the image and the center of the lens  
Expression#1  
Unit: m (inches)  
Projection Distance L  
L=0.013794 × D – 0.0394 (L=0.543087 × D – 1.5503)  
Expression#2  
Height H from lens center to top of screen  
H=0.00296 × D (H=0.11660 × D)  
In the case of ceiling mounting, check with your dealer regarding the use of a mount kit that is  
warranted for use with this product.  
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Dimensions  
Front  
11  
313.4 (12 /32)  
1
79.7 (3 /8)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Side  
3
349.3 (13 /4)  
19  
269 (10 /32)  
144.9  
23  
114.1  
(4 /2)  
(5 /32)  
1
Unit: mm (inches)  
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Side (Top side parallel to ceiling)  
69.4  
23  
(2 /32)  
Center of  
the lens  
5
79.9 (3 /32)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
Bottom  
1
31  
27.3 (1 /16)  
24.4 ( /32)  
34  
11  
(1 /32)  
40.2  
(1 /32)  
19  
Center of  
the lens  
1
188  
(7 /32)  
77 (3 /32)  
13  
131.8  
(5 /16)  
40.2  
(1 /32)  
3
19  
5
8.2 ( /16)  
31  
24.4 ( /32)  
23  
18.1 ( /32)  
29  
22.7 ( /32)  
1
79.3 (3 /8)  
15  
125.4 (4 /16)  
13  
249 (9 /16)  
Unit: mm (inches)  
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Index  
A
G
Air filter cover/Ventilation holes  
H
I
B
C
CC Display ..............................................21  
Connecting an external monitor and audio  
K
L
D
M
E
N
O
F
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