Sony VPL-CX71 User manual

© 2004 Sony Corporation
2-190-097-E3 (1)
Data Projector
Operating Instructions
VPL-CX71
VPL-CX70

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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not
open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
For the customers in the USA
If you have any questions about this product,
you may call:
Sony Customer Information Service Center
1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
The number below is for FCC related
matters only.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: VPL-CX71/VPL-CX70
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego,
CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
This product contains mercury.Disposal of
this product may be regulated if sold in the
United States. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local
authorities or Electronics Industries Alliance
(www.eiae.org http://www.eiae.org).
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
appliance.

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Important Notice
This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator and body (excluding
extremities: hands, wrists and feet).
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
INSTRUCTIONS.

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Table of Contents
Overview
Precautions .........................................6
Notes on Installation and Usage .........7
Features ..............................................9
Location and Function of Controls .10
Top/Front/Left Side ....................10
Rear/Right Side/Bottom .............10
Control Panel ..............................11
Connector Panel .........................12
Remote Commander ...................13
Projecting the Picture
Installing the Projector .....................15
Connecting the Projector ..................16
Connecting with a Computer ......16
Connecting with a VCR .............17
Projecting .........................................18
Turning Off the Power .....................21
Convenient Function
Selecting the Menu Language ..........22
Security Lock ...................................23
Other Functions ................................24
Controlling the Computer Using the
Supplied Remote
Commander (When Using
the USB Cable) ...............24
Effective Tools for Your
Presentation .................... 25
Off & Go Function ..................... 25
Adjustments and Settings
Using the Menu
Using the MENU ............................. 26
The PICTURE SETTING Menu ..... 28
The INPUT SETTING Menu .......... 29
The SET SETTING Menu ............... 31
The MENU SETTING Menu .......... 33
The INSTALL SETTING Menu ..... 34
The INFORMATION Menu ............ 36
Maintenance
Replacing the Lamp ......................... 38
Cleaning the Air Filter ..................... 40
Others
Troubleshooting ............................... 41
Messages List ............................. 44
Specifications .................................. 45
“Side Shot” and “V Keystone”
Adjustments ..................................... 50
Dimensions ...................................... 52
Index ............................................... 53

6Precautions
BOverview
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.
• Be careful not to have your fingers caught
by the adjuster. The powered tilt adjuster
of this unit automatically extends when the
power is turned on, and is put away
automatically when the power is turned
off. Do not touch the unit while the
adjuster is in operation. Adjust the
powered tilt adjuster carefully after its
automatic operation is completed.
• Do not spread a cloth or paper under the
unit.
On illumination
• To obtain the best picture, the front of the
screen should not be exposed to direct
lighting or sunlight.
• Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is
recommended. Use a cover over
fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the
contrast ratio.
• Cover any windows that face the screen
with opaque draperies.
• It is desirable to install the unit in a room
where floor and walls are not of light-
reflecting material. If the floor and walls
are of reflecting material, it is
recommended that the carpet and wall
paper be changed to a dark color.
On preventing internal heat build-
up
After you turn off the power with the I/ 1
key, do not disconnect the unit from the wall
outlet while the cooling fan is still running.
Caution
The unit is equipped with ventilation holes
(intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do
not block or place anything near these holes,
or internal heat build-up may occur, causing
picture degradation or damage to the
projector.
On cleaning
• To keep the cabinet looking new,
periodically clean it with a soft cloth.
Stubborn stains may be removed with a
cloth lightly dampened with a mild
detergent solution. Never use strong
solvents, such as thinner, benzene, or
abrasive cleansers, since these will
damage the cabinet.
• Avoid touching the lens. To remove dust
on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use
a damp cloth, detergent solution, or
thinner.
• Clean the filter at regular intervals.
On LCD data projector
The LCD data projector is manufactured
using high-precision technology. You may,
however, see tiny black points and/or bright
points (red, blue, or green) that continuously
appear on the LCD data projector. This is a
normal result of the manufacturing process
and does not indicate a malfunction.

7Notes on Installation and Usage
Overview
Notes on Installation
and Usage
Do not install the projector in the following
situations. These installations may cause a
malfunction or damage to the unit.
Poorly ventilated
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
internal heat build-up. Do not place the
unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or
near materials (curtains, draperies) that
may block the ventilation holes. When the
internal heat builds up due to the block-up,
the temperature sensor will function with
the message “High temp.! Lamp off in 1
min.” The power will be turned off
automatically after one minute.
• Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 7/8
inches) around the unit.
• Be careful that the ventilation holes may
inhale tininess such as a piece of paper.
Highly heated and humid
• Avoid installing the unit in a location
where the temperature or humidity is very
high, or temperature is very low.
• To avoid moisture condensation, do not
install the unit in a location where the
temperature may rise rapidly.
Subject to direct cool or warm air
from an air-conditioner
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.
Very dusty, extremely smoky
Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or
extremely smoky environment. Otherwise,
the air filter will become obstructed, and this
may cause a malfunction of the unit or
damage it. Dust preventing the air passing
through the filter may cause a rise in the
internal temperature of the unit. Clean the
filter periodically.
Unsuitable Installation

8Notes on Installation and Usage
Do not use the projector under the following
conditions.
Toppling the unit
Avoid using as the unit topples over on its
side. It may cause malfunction.
Tilting the unit to the right or left
Avoid tilting the unit to an angle of 15°, and
avoid installing the unit in any way other
than placing on the floor or suspending from
the ceiling. Such installation may cause
color shading or shorten the lamp life
excessively.
Blocking the ventilation holes
Avoid using a thick-piled carpet or anything
that covers the ventilation holes (exhaust/
intake); otherwise, the internal heat may
build up.
For details on the ventilation holes (intake/
exhaust), see “Location and Function of
Controls” on page 10.
When using the projector at an altitude of
1,500 m or higher, turn on “High
Altitude Mode” in the INSTALL SETTING
menu. Failing to set this mode when using
the projector at high altitudes could have
adverse effects, such as reducing
the reliability of certain components.
Note on carrying the projector
The unit is manufactured using high-
precision technology. When transporting the
unit stored in the carrying case, do not drop
the unit or subject it to shock, as this may
cause damage. When storing the unit in the
carrying case, disconnect the AC power cord
and all other connecting cables or cards, and
store the supplied accessories in a pocket of
the carrying case.
Note on the screen
When using a screen with an uneven surface,
stripes pattern may rarely appear on the
screen depending on the distance between
the screen and the projector or the zooming
magnifications. This is not a malfunction of
the projector.
Unsuitable Conditions Usage in High Altitude

9Features
Overview
Features
High brightness, high picture
quality
High brightness
Adopting Sony's unique new optical system
that incorporates newly developed LCD
panels provides a high-efficiency optical
system. It allows the 165 W UHP lamp to
give a light output of 2500 ANSI lumen
(VPL-CX71), 2000 ANSI lumen (VPL-
CX70).
High picture quality
Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA
panels with approximately 790,000-pixel,
produce a resolution of 1024 × 768 dots
(horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and 750
horizontal TV lines for video input.
Quiet presentation environment
Low fan noise is achieved and offensive
sound to the ear is also reduced, allowing
you to run an optimum presentation even in
a quiet environment.
Easy setup and simple operation
Advanced Intelligent Auto-setup
function with auto focus adjustment
Simply press the power key, and the
projector automatically performs the setups
required before use. The projector opens the
lens protector, corrects the V Keystone,
adjusts the focus automatically, detects a
signal, and sets optimum conditions for
projection.
Powered zoom/focus equipped
The projector is equipped with a powered
zoom and powered focus lens, allowing you
to adjust the size and focus of an image with
the Remote Commander away from the
projector.
Short focal lens equipped
The projection distance is very short,
approximately 2.4 m (7.8 feet), when
projecting an 80-inch image, which allows
projection on a larger screen even in a
limited space.
Side Shot
The projector supports the Side Shot feature
(horizontal trapezoidal correction function),
enabling projection from the side of the
screen. Installation availability becomes
wider.
Off & Go feature
The cooling fan built in the projector will
work even after turning the power off and
the power cord is disconnected. This enables
you to move the projector to another location
immediately after turning it off.
Security Functions
Security lock
This function makes it possible to project no
picture on the screen unless the required
password is entered when the projector is
turned on.
Panel key lock
This function locks all the operation keys on
the control panel of the projector, allowing
use of the keys on the Remote Commander.
This prevents the projector from operating
incorrectly.
.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
• VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business
Machines Corporation, U.S.A.
• Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
• VESA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standard Association.
• Display Data Channel is a trademark of Video Electronics Standard Association.
• Side Shot is trademark of Sony Corporation.

10 Location and Function of Controls
Location and
Function of Controls
1Control panel
For details, see “Control Panel” on
page 11.
2Front remote control detector
3Lens protector (lens cover)
The lens protector automatically opens
when the power is turned on.
4Powered tilt adjuster
5Ventilation holes (exhaust)
6Connector Panel
For details, see “Connector Panel” on
page 12.
7AC IN socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
8Rear remote control detector
9Adjuster (hind pad)
Turn the adjuster to the right or left for
minor tilt adjustment of the projected
picture.
q; Ventilation holes (intake)/Lamp
cover
qa Ventilation holes (intake)
qs Speaker
qd Security lock
Connects to an optional security cable
(Kensington’s).
Web page address:
http://www.kensington.com/
qf Ventilation holes (intake)/Air
filter cover
• Do not place anything near the
ventilation holes as this may cause
internal heat build-up.
• Do not place your hand or objects
near the ventilation holes as this may
cause a heat build-up.
• To maintain optimal performance, clean
the air filter every 500 hours.
For details, see “Cleaning the Air
Filter” on page 40.
Top/Front/Left Side
Rear/Right Side/Bottom
1
2
3
4
6
5
7
8
0
q
a
qd
qs
qf
9Notes

11Location and Function of Controls
Overview
1I/ (on/standby) key
Turns on the projector when the
projector is in standby mode. The ON/
STANDBY indicator around the I/ 1
key lights in green when the power is
turned on.
2ON/STANDBY indicator (located
around the I/ key)
Lights up or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights in red when an AC power cord
is plugged into a wall outlet. Once in
standby mode, you can turn on the
projector with the I/ 1key.
– Lights in green when the power is
turned on.
– Flashes in green while the cooling fan
is running after the power is turned off
with the I/ 1key. The fan runs for
about 90 seconds after the power is
turned off.
For details, see page 21.
3INPUT key
4TILT adjustment key
For details, see “Projecting” on
page 18.
5MENU key
Displays the on-screen menu. Press
again to clear the menu.
6ENTER/Arrow(f/F/g/G) keys
Enter the settings of items in the menu
system.
Select the menu or make various
adjustments.
7FOCUS +/– keys
Adjusts the picture focus.
8ZOOM +/– keys
Adjusts the picture size.
9SIDE SHOT +/– key
Adjusts the horizontal trapezoidal
distortion/H keystone correction of the
picture.
For details, see “Side Shot” on page 34
and ““Side Shot” and “V Keystone”
Adjustments” on page 50.
q; Indicators
• POWER SAVING
Lights when the projector is in power
saving mode.
• TEMP (Temperature)/FAN
Lights or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights when the temperature inside
the projector becomes unusually
high.
– Flashes when the fan is broken.
• LAMP/COVER
Lights or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights when the lamp has reached
the end of its life or reaches a high
temperature.
– Flashes when the lamp cover or air
filter cover is not secured firmly.
For details, see pages 43 and 44.
Control Panel
–
FOCUS
ZOOM
SIDE SHOT
POWER SAVING
TEMP/FAN
LAMP/COVER
+
–+
–+
MENUINPUT TILT
PUSH
ENTER
1
4
5
6
2
3
7
8
9
0

12 Location and Function of Controls
1USB connector (USB plug for
upstream, 4-pin)
Connect to the USB connector of a
computer. When you connect the
projector to the computer, you can
control the mouse function with the
supplied Remote Commander.
2INPUT A connector (HD D-sub
15-pin, female)
Inputs a computer signal, video GBR
signal, component signal, or DTV signal
depending on the connected equipment.
Connects to the output connector of
equipment using the supplied cable or an
optional cable.
For details, see “Connecting with a
Computer” on page 16 and
“Connecting with a VCR” on page 17.
3AUDIO jack (stereo minijack)
When listening to sound output from
video equipment or computer, connect
to the audio output of the video
equipment or the computer.
4Video input connector
Connect to external video equipment
such as a VCR.
•S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin):
Connects to the S video output (Y/C
video output) of video equipment.
•VIDEO (phono type): Connects to
the composite video output of video
equipment.
Connector Panel
AUDIO S VIDEO
INPUT A
VIDEO
AUDIO S VIDEO
INPUT A
VIDEO
1
2
3
4
Open the cover when using the INPUT A or
VIDEO IN connector.

13Location and Function of Controls
Overview
The keys that have the same names as those
on the control panel function identically.
1I/ (on/standby) key
2MUTING keys
Cut off the picture and sound.
•PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again
to restore the picture.
•AUDIO: Press to temporarily cut off
the audio output from the speaker.
Press again or press VOLUME + key
to restore the sound.
3INPUT key
4TILT/KEYSTONE (Vertical/
horizontal trapezoidal distortion
correction) key
Adjusts the tilt of the projector, or the
horizonal/vertical trapezoidal distortion
of the image manually. Each time you
press this key, the Tilt menu, the V
Keystone menus and Side Shot menu are
displayed. Use the arrow keys (M/m/
</,) for adjustment.
5(Memory Stick) key
This key does not work.
6FREEZE key
Freezes the picture projected. To cancel
the frozen picture, press the key again.
7AIR SHOT key
This key does not work.
8Keys that emulate a mouse
These keys function as mouse buttons of
a computer only when the projector is
connected to the computer using the
USB cable.
For details, see “Controlling the
Computer Using the Supplied Remote
Commander (When Using the USB
Cable)” on page 24.
9ENTER key
q; FUNCTION 1, 2, 3 keys
The FUNCTION 1 and 2 keys do not
work in this unit.
The auto focus function works when the
FUNCTION 3 key is pressed.
qa Strap holder
For attaching a strap.
qs RESET/ESCAPE key
Functions as a RESET key.
Resets the value of an item to its factory
preset value or returns the enlarged
image to its original size. This key
functions when the menu or a setting
item is displayed on the screen.
qd D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key
Enlarges the image at a desired location
on the screen.
qf Arrow keys (M/m/</,)
qg MENU/TAB key
Functions as a MENU key.
Remote Commander
MUTING
PIC
AUDIO
LENS
APA
AIR SHOT
INPUT
TILT/KEYSTONE
PJ NETWORK
ON
COMMAND
OFF
VOLUME
ENTER
FUNCTION
RM-PJM15
D ZOOM
CLICK
RESET/
ESCAPE
MENU/
TAB
R
123
FREEZE
PROJECTOR
RM-PJM17
1
2
3
4
8
a
8 b
8 c
9
q;
wa
w;
ql
qk
qj
qh
qg
qf
qd
qs
qa
6
7
5

14 Location and Function of Controls
qh APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
Automatically adjusts a picture to its
clearest while a signal is input from a
computer.
For details, see “Smart APA” in the SET
SETTING menu on page 31.
qj VOLUME +/– keys
qk LENS key
Each time you press this key, Focus
adjustment menu and Zoom adjustment
menu are displayed alternately.
ql PJ/NETWORK (Projector/
Network) selector switch
Normally, set to “PJ.”
w; COMMAND ON/OFF switch
When this switch is set to OFF, no key
on the Remote Commander function.
This saves battery power.
wa Infrared transmitter
To install batteries
1Push and slide to open the lid, then
install the two size AA (R6) batteries
(supplied) with the correct polarity.
2Replace the lid.
Notes on Remote Commander
• Make sure that nothing obstructs the
infrared beam between the Remote
Commander and the remote control
detector on the projector. Direct the
Remote Commander toward the front or
rear remote control detector.
• The operation range is limited. The shorter
the distance between the Remote
Commander and the projector is, the wider
the angle within which the commander can
control the projector becomes.
Be sure to install the battery
from the #side.
While pressing the lid, slide it.

15Installing the Projector
Projecting the Picture
BProjecting the Picture
Installing the Projector
The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of
the screen. Use the following table as a guide.
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown
in the table above.
Unit: m (feet)
Screen
size
(inches)
40 80 100 150 200 250 300
Minimum
Distance
1.2
(3.9)
2.4
(7.9)
3.0
(9.8)
4.5
(14.8)
6.0
(19.7)
7.5
(24.6)
9.0
(29.5)
Maximum
Distance
1.4
(4.6)
2.7
(8.9)
3.4
(11.2)
5.2
(17.1)
6.9
(22.6)
8.7
(28.5)
10.4
(34.1)
Distance between the screen and
the center of the lens
Screen

16 Connecting the Projector
Connecting the
Projector
When you connect the projector,
make sure to:
• Turn off all equipment before making any
connections.
• Use the proper cables for each connection.
• Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose
connections may increase noise and
reduce performance of picture signals.
When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it
out from the plug, not the cable itself
This section describes how to connect the
projector to a computer.
For more information, refer to the
computer’s instruction manual.
To connect a computer
1USB cable (supplied)
(Connect the USB cable to use a wireless
mouse.)
2HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)
3Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
(Use a no-resistance cable.)
• The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA,
SXGA and SXGA+ signals. However, we
recommend that you set the output mode of
your computer to XGA mode for the external
monitor.
• If you set your computer, such as a notebook
type, to output the signal to both your
computer’s display and the external monitor,
the picture of the external monitor may not
Connecting with a Computer
Notes
AUDIO S VIDEO
INPUT A
VIDEO
123
to USB
connector
Left side
to monitor
output
Computer
to audio output

17Connecting the Projector
Projecting the Picture
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.
To connect a Macintosh computer equipped
with video output connector of a type having
two rows of pins, use a commercially available
plug adaptor.
On the USB function
When connecting the projector to a
computer by using the USB cable for the
first time, the computer recognizes the USB
human interface device (wireless mouse
function) automatically.
Recommended operating
environment
When you use the USB function, connect the
USB cable as illustrated above. The USB
function can be used on a computer loaded
with Windows 98, Windows 98 SE,
Windows ME, Windows 2000 or Windows
XP preinstall models.
• Your computer may not start correctly
when connected to the projector via the
USB cable. In this case, disconnect the
USB cable, restart the computer, then
connect the computer to the projector
using the USB cable.
• This projector is not guaranteed for
suspend, standby mode. When you use the
projector in suspend, standby mode,
disconnect the projector from the USB
port on the computer.
• Operations are not guaranteed for all the
recommended computer environments.
• When you connect a USB capable
Macintosh computer using the USB cable
to the projector, wireless mouse functions
become available.
This section describes how to connect the
projector to a VCR.
For more information, refer to the
instruction manuals of the equipment you
are connecting.
To connect to a video or S video
output connector
1Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable
(not supplied)
2Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
(Use a no-resistance cable.)
Note
Notes
Connecting with a VCR
AUDIO S VIDEO
INPUT A
VIDEO
21
VCR
to S
video
output
Left side
to audio
output
(R) to video
output
to audio
output
(L)

18 Projecting
To connect to a video GBR/
Component output connector
1SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied)
HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔3 ×phono jack
2Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
(Use a no-resistance cable.)
• Set the aspect ratio using “Wide Mode” in
the INPUT SETTING menu according to the
input signal.
• When you connect the projector to a video
GBR output connector, select “Video GBR”
or when you connect the projector to a
component output connector, select
“Component” with the “Input-A Signal Sel.”
setting in the SET SETTING menu.
• Use the composite sync signal when you
input the external sync signal from video
GBR/component equipment.
Projecting
1Plug the AC power cord into a wall
outlet, then connect all equipment.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in
red and the projector goes into standby
mode.
2Press the I/ 1key.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in
green and the Advanced Intelligent
Auto-setup starts. The lens protector
opens, the powered tilt adjuster rises and
Notes
AUDIO S VIDEO
INPUT A
VIDEO
12
Left side
to
audio
output
(R)
VCR
to video
GBR/
component
output
to
audio
output
(L)
MENUINPUT TILT
PUSH
ENTER
MUTING
PIC
AUDIO
LENS
APA
AIR SHOT
INPUT
TILT/KEYSTONE
PJ NETWORK
ON
COMMAND
OFF
VOLUME
MENU/
TAB
FREEZE
2
2
4
6,7
6,7,8
8
46
8
7
1
ON/STANDBY indicator
Rear remote
control detector

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Projecting the Picture
stops at the previously adjusted position
and adjusts the focus.
The projection size that can be adjusted
with the automatic focus adjustment is
from 40-inch up to 150-inch. However, it
may not be perfectly adjusted depending
on the brightness of the room, the state of
the screen or the use of the Side Shot. In
this case, adjust it manually in step 8on
page 20.
3Turn on the equipment connected to
the projector.
4Press the INPUT key to select the
input source.
Each time you press the key, the input
signal switches as follows:
Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
adjusts the picture of the connected
equipment so that it is projected clearly.
• If “Auto Input Search” is set to “On,” the
projector searches for the signals from
the connected equipment and displays
the input channel where the input signals
are found.
For details, see “Auto Input Search”
on page 31.
• The Smart APA is effective for the input
signal from a computer only.
5Switch the equipment to be connected
to output to the projector.
Depending on the type of your
computer, for example a notebook, or an
all-in-one LCD type, you may have to
switch the computer to output to the
projector by pressing certain keys
(e.g., , etc.), or by
changing your computer’s settings.
The key for switching the computer to
output to the projector varies depending on
the type of a computer.
6Adjust the upper or lower position of
the picture.
To adjust using the Remote
Commander
Press the TILT/KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander to display the Tilt
menu and adjust the tilt using the M/m/
</,keys.
Note
To input from Press INPUT to
display
Computer connected to
the INPUT A connector
INPUT-A
Video equipment
connected to the VIDEO
input connector
VIDEO
Video equipment
connected to the S VIDEO
input connector
S-VIDEO
t
INPUT-A t VIDEO t S-VIDEO
Notes
Note
VGA
LCD //
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To adjust using the control panel
Press for Fof the TILT key to adjust
the tilt of the projector.
• When you adjust the powered tilt
adjuster with the TILT key, the V
keystone adjustment is performed at the
same time. If you do not want to perform
the automatic keystone adjustment, set
the V Keystone menu to “Manual.” (See
page 34.)
• If you set the “V Keystone” adjustment
to “Auto,” the “V Keystone” correction
is automatically adjusted. However, it
may not be perfectly adjusted depending
on the room temperature or the screen
angle. In this case, adjust it manually.
Press the TILT/KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander until “V Keystone”
appears on the screen, and adjust the
value with the M/m/</,key. The
corrected value is effective until the
power turn off.
• Be careful not to let the projector down
on your fingers.
• Do not push hard on the top of the
projector with the powered tilt adjuster
out.
It may be occurred malfunction.
7Adjust the horizontal trapezoidal
distortion ( )of the picture with
the “Side Shot.”
To adjust using the Remote
Commander
Press the TILT/KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander to display the Side
Shot menu (horizontal trapezoidal
distortion/H keystone correction) and
adjust the tilt using the M/m/</,
keys.
To adjust using the control panel on
the left side of the projector
Press the SIDE SHOT +/ – key on the
control panel to adjust the distortion.
For details, see ““Side Shot” and “V
Keystone” Adjustments” on page 50.
8Adjust the size of the picture and the
focus.
To adjust using the Remote
Commander
Select the item to be adjusted by
pressing the LENS key, then adjust with
the M/m/</,key. Each time you
press the key, the menu changes to
LENS FOCUS and LENS ZOOM in
order.
To adjust using the control panel on
the left side of the projector
Press the ZOOM +/– keys on the
projector to adjust the size of the picture
and press the FOCUS+/– keys to adjust
the focus.
Notes
TILT
to lower the
projector
TILT adjustment key
to raise the
projector
Powered tilt
adjuster