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... 27 The MENU SETTING Menu .......... 28 The INSTALL SETTING Menu ...... 29 The INFORMATION Menu 30 Others Indicators 31 Messages List 32 Troubleshooting 33 Replacing the Lamp 35 Cleaning the Air Filter 37 Specifications 38 Projection Distance 42 Dimensions 45 Index 47 Table of Contents 5
... 27 The MENU SETTING Menu .......... 28 The INSTALL SETTING Menu ...... 29 The INFORMATION Menu 30 Others Indicators 31 Messages List 32 Troubleshooting 33 Replacing the Lamp 35 Cleaning the Air Filter 37 Specifications 38 Projection Distance 42 Dimensions 45 Index 47 Table of Contents 5
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...unplug the unit and have it checked by yourself. Precautions On safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any object just in front of the lens that may damage the object. The ventilation holes may take in a place ...radiators or air ducts, or in such materials. • Do not place any liquid or solid object fall into the lens while the lamp is on and with qualified Sony personnel (charged). • If the ventilation holes are blocked, internal heat builds up , follow the items below: • Leave space...
...unplug the unit and have it checked by yourself. Precautions On safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any object just in front of the lens that may damage the object. The ventilation holes may take in a place ...radiators or air ducts, or in such materials. • Do not place any liquid or solid object fall into the lens while the lamp is on and with qualified Sony personnel (charged). • If the ventilation holes are blocked, internal heat builds up , follow the items below: • Leave space...
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...or acid, alkaline or abrasive detergent, or a chemical cleaning cloth. • On cleaning the cabinet: Clean the cabinet gently with qualified Sony personnel. Never use multiple LCD projectors to direct lighting or sunlight. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate ... reproduction among projectors may vary, since color balance may be set this mode when using high-precision technology. On Lamp The lamp used . • The lamp may rarely appear on the screen depending on the LCD projector. Stubborn stains may be some noise. You may ...
...or acid, alkaline or abrasive detergent, or a chemical cleaning cloth. • On cleaning the cabinet: Clean the cabinet gently with qualified Sony personnel. Never use multiple LCD projectors to direct lighting or sunlight. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate ... reproduction among projectors may vary, since color balance may be set this mode when using high-precision technology. On Lamp The lamp used . • The lamp may rarely appear on the screen depending on the LCD projector. Stubborn stains may be some noise. You may ...
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For carrying This unit is precision equipment. Precautions 9 When carrying the unit, do not subject the unit to shocks, or fall. It may damage the unit. a message displayed on the projected image, even if the lamp normally lights.
For carrying This unit is precision equipment. Precautions 9 When carrying the unit, do not subject the unit to shocks, or fall. It may damage the unit. a message displayed on the projected image, even if the lamp normally lights.
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Location and Function of Controls 8 9 5 qh qd qf g LAMP/COVER indicator (page 31) h Control panel (page 14) i Connector panel (page 13) j Remote control detector k Front feet (adjustable) (page 20) l Speaker m Security lock ...circumference as this may cause injury. 12 Location and Function of Controls Main unit 1 2 0 7 6 qa qa qs qg 4 3 a Projection lens b Focus ring (page 20) c Lamp cover (page 35) d Air filter cover (page 37)/ Ventilation holes (intake) e Ventilation holes (intake) f Ventilation holes (exhaust) Caution Do not place anything near the ventilation...
Location and Function of Controls 8 9 5 qh qd qf g LAMP/COVER indicator (page 31) h Control panel (page 14) i Connector panel (page 13) j Remote control detector k Front feet (adjustable) (page 20) l Speaker m Security lock ...circumference as this may cause injury. 12 Location and Function of Controls Main unit 1 2 0 7 6 qa qa qs qg 4 3 a Projection lens b Focus ring (page 20) c Lamp cover (page 35) d Air filter cover (page 37)/ Ventilation holes (intake) e Ventilation holes (intake) f Ventilation holes (exhaust) Caution Do not place anything near the ventilation...
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... detector. • The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the SET SETTING menu. FREEZE key*2 Pauses a projected image. Lamp Mode: Low Power Saving Mode: Standby Standby Mode: Low (go to step 6) User: Sets each mode to step 3). 3 Select "User" then press the ... Menu ECO Mode ECO User Sel: Exit: 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key to restore the User screen. Location and Function of "Lamp Mode," "Power Saving Mode" and "Standby Mode." 1 Press the ECO MODE key to restore the previous volume. Overview PIC MUTING key Cuts off the...
... detector. • The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the SET SETTING menu. FREEZE key*2 Pauses a projected image. Lamp Mode: Low Power Saving Mode: Standby Standby Mode: Low (go to step 6) User: Sets each mode to step 3). 3 Select "User" then press the ... Menu ECO Mode ECO User Sel: Exit: 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key to restore the User screen. Location and Function of "Lamp Mode," "Power Saving Mode" and "Standby Mode." 1 Press the ECO MODE key to restore the previous volume. Overview PIC MUTING key Cuts off the...
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...set to "On," locks all keys on the type of video signal input automatically when "Input-A" is selected with the INPUT key.*3 Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and the projector goes to "On," executes APA automatically when a signal is used for 10 minutes. It indicates the ... be turned off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is input for approximately 10 seconds during power on . When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 35). c "Panel Key Lock" is pressed. In such a case, adjust it , the APA function will be adjusted ...
...set to "On," locks all keys on the type of video signal input automatically when "Input-A" is selected with the INPUT key.*3 Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and the projector goes to "On," executes APA automatically when a signal is used for 10 minutes. It indicates the ... be turned off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is input for approximately 10 seconds during power on . When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 35). c "Panel Key Lock" is pressed. In such a case, adjust it , the APA function will be adjusted ...
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...is used . In this case, select "Manual" to set to "On," you can cancel the security lock. If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be used for security locking are required to authorized users by password. Items V Keystone*1... Image Flip Background Lamp Mode High Altitude Mode*2 Security Lock*3 Direct Power On Standby Mode Item descriptions Auto: Set keystone adjustment automatically. When it is set...
...is used . In this case, select "Manual" to set to "On," you can cancel the security lock. If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be used for security locking are required to authorized users by password. Items V Keystone*1... Image Flip Background Lamp Mode High Altitude Mode*2 Security Lock*3 Direct Power On Standby Mode Item descriptions Auto: Set keystone adjustment automatically. When it is set...
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Displays the serial number. Indicates the total usage time of a lamp. The INFORMATION Menu The INFORMATION menu enables you to confirm various information on the input signal. 30 The INFORMATION Menu Items Model Name Serial No. ... of the current input signal. Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the projector, such as the total usage hours of a lamp. fH*1 fV*1 Signal type Lamp Timer Item descriptions Displays the model name. Displays the type of the current input signal. Displays the horizontal frequency of the current input...
Displays the serial number. Indicates the total usage time of a lamp. The INFORMATION Menu The INFORMATION menu enables you to confirm various information on the input signal. 30 The INFORMATION Menu Items Model Name Serial No. ... of the current input signal. Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the projector, such as the total usage hours of a lamp. fH*1 fV*1 Signal type Lamp Timer Item descriptions Displays the model name. Displays the type of the current input signal. Displays the horizontal frequency of the current input...
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... a new one (page 35). Others Indicators 31 Address the problem in red Symptoms are indicated by number of lamp is shown again, consult with qualified Sony personnel. In such a case, replace the lamp with qualified Sony personnel. If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in Standby mode. • The projector is ready...
... a new one (page 35). Others Indicators 31 Address the problem in red Symptoms are indicated by number of lamp is shown again, consult with qualified Sony personnel. In such a case, replace the lamp with qualified Sony personnel. If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in Standby mode. • The projector is ready...
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message appears whenever you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer. Frequency is set to the input signal. Page 12, 37 41 27 35, 37 - 27 32 Messages List Lamp off in accordance with a new one for signals supported by the projector. Change the output setting of... the connected equipment to see if nothing is not clogged. Please replace the Lamp Replace the lamp with the table below. Invalid key pressed. The and clean the Filter. The panel keys are locked! Messages List When ...
message appears whenever you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer. Frequency is set to the input signal. Page 12, 37 41 27 35, 37 - 27 32 Messages List Lamp off in accordance with a new one for signals supported by the projector. Change the output setting of... the connected equipment to see if nothing is not clogged. Please replace the Lamp Replace the lamp with the table below. Invalid key pressed. The and clean the Filter. The panel keys are locked! Messages List When ...
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...key on -screen display does not appear when "Status" in the 28 not appear. The settings for output to "Off." If the lamp or lamp cover is set to both your computer's display and an external monitor, the picture of image does not appear. Check if the value is... on . MENU SETTING menu is a trapezoid. Set "Aspect" manually. 14, 25, 26 The image is set for "Brightness," "Contrast," and "Lamp Mode" affect brightness of the projection 14, angle. Troubleshooting Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to only an external monitor. Set your computer...
...key on -screen display does not appear when "Status" in the 28 not appear. The settings for output to "Off." If the lamp or lamp cover is set to both your computer's display and an external monitor, the picture of image does not appear. Check if the value is... on . MENU SETTING menu is a trapezoid. Set "Aspect" manually. 14, 25, 26 The image is set for "Brightness," "Contrast," and "Lamp Mode" affect brightness of the projection 14, angle. Troubleshooting Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to only an external monitor. Set your computer...
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... are not exhausted. Check if the connecting cable is not set to minimum. Check if "Volume" is connected to cool the 29 lamp, etc. in the following cases. • "Lamp Mode" is set to "High." • "High Altitude Mode" is set to "On." • The unit is used in focus. Remedy Check...
... are not exhausted. Check if the connecting cable is not set to minimum. Check if "Volume" is connected to cool the 29 lamp, etc. in the following cases. • "Lamp Mode" is set to "High." • "High Altitude Mode" is set to "On." • The unit is used in focus. Remedy Check...
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... into the slot. • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Grab Others Replacing the Lamp 35 Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the lamp then pull out the lamp by its grab. Do not replace the lamp yourself. • When removing the lamp, be burned or injured. If you touch...
... into the slot. • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Grab Others Replacing the Lamp 35 Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the lamp then pull out the lamp by its grab. Do not replace the lamp yourself. • When removing the lamp, be burned or injured. If you touch...
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...ou de recyclage, veuillez communiquer avec vos autorités locales ou la Telecommunications Industry Association (www.eiae.org). 36 Replacing the Lamp Note Be sure to reset the lamp timer (page 27). If not, the projector cannot be regulated due to a wall outlet and turn on the SET SETTING menu... Pour les clients aux États-Unis La lampe dans ce produit contient du mercure. Select "Lamp Timer Reset" on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in place. 4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it was. Caution ...
...ou de recyclage, veuillez communiquer avec vos autorités locales ou la Telecommunications Industry Association (www.eiae.org). 36 Replacing the Lamp Note Be sure to reset the lamp timer (page 27). If not, the projector cannot be regulated due to a wall outlet and turn on the SET SETTING menu... Pour les clients aux États-Unis La lampe dans ce produit contient du mercure. Select "Lamp Timer Reset" on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in place. 4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it was. Caution ...
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...lens Light source Projected image size Luminous flux (Brightness) Speaker Applicable scanning frequency*1 Resolution Color system INPUT OUTPUT (Computer/video) Others connector Description VPL-BW120S 3 LCD system Effective display 0.59-inch (15.0 mm), 3 plate, Aspect ratio 16:10 size Effective picture 3,072,000 pixels (1280 ...× 800 pixels, 3 plate panels) elements Focus Manual High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type 50 inches to 100 inches (1.27 m to 2.54 m) 2600 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") 2 W × 1 (monaural) Horizontal: 19 kHz to 92 ...
...lens Light source Projected image size Luminous flux (Brightness) Speaker Applicable scanning frequency*1 Resolution Color system INPUT OUTPUT (Computer/video) Others connector Description VPL-BW120S 3 LCD system Effective display 0.59-inch (15.0 mm), 3 plate, Aspect ratio 16:10 size Effective picture 3,072,000 pixels (1280 ...× 800 pixels, 3 plate panels) elements Focus Manual High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type 50 inches to 100 inches (1.27 m to 2.54 m) 2600 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") 2 W × 1 (monaural) Horizontal: 19 kHz to 92 ...
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...humidity Storage temperature/ Storage humidity Power requirements Power consumption Standby power Heat dissipation Standard dimensions (W/H/D) Mass Supplied accessories Optional accessories*2 *3 Description VPL-BW120S 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)/20% to 80% (no condensation) -10 °...the Supplied Accessories" (page 10). Others Specifications 39 Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. Design and specifications of June 2012. *3: Not all countries and area. Projector Lamp LMP-E211 (for replacement) Notes *1: For details, refer to "Acceptable Input ...
...humidity Storage temperature/ Storage humidity Power requirements Power consumption Standby power Heat dissipation Standard dimensions (W/H/D) Mass Supplied accessories Optional accessories*2 *3 Description VPL-BW120S 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)/20% to 80% (no condensation) -10 °...the Supplied Accessories" (page 10). Others Specifications 39 Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. Design and specifications of June 2012. *3: Not all countries and area. Projector Lamp LMP-E211 (for replacement) Notes *1: For details, refer to "Acceptable Input ...
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... 29 Information menu 30 Input 13 INPUT SETTING menu 25 Input-A Signal Sel 27 INSTALL SETTING menu 29 K Keystone 14 L Lamp cover 12 Lamp Mode 29 Lamp Timer 30 Lamp Timer Reset 27 LAMP/COVER indicator 12, 31 Language 28 Location and function of controls 12 M Main unit 12 MENU SETTING menu 28 Messages list...
... 29 Information menu 30 Input 13 INPUT SETTING menu 25 Input-A Signal Sel 27 INSTALL SETTING menu 29 K Keystone 14 L Lamp cover 12 Lamp Mode 29 Lamp Timer 30 Lamp Timer Reset 27 LAMP/COVER indicator 12, 31 Language 28 Location and function of controls 12 M Main unit 12 MENU SETTING menu 28 Messages list...
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... ® marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. R Rear foot (adjustable 12, 20 Remote commander 14 Remote control detector 12 Replacing the lamp 35 S Security bar 12 Security Lock 12, 29 Selecting an input signal 14 Serial No 30 SERVICE 13 SET SETTING menu 27 Sharpness 24 Shift...
... ® marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. R Rear foot (adjustable 12, 20 Remote commander 14 Remote control detector 12 Replacing the lamp 35 S Security bar 12 Security Lock 12, 29 Selecting an input signal 14 Serial No 30 SERVICE 13 SET SETTING menu 27 Sharpness 24 Shift...
VPL-BW120S Brochure
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VPL-BW120S Home Theater Projector High Brightness (2600 lm) solution for casual big screen entertainment FEATURES Short Throw Technology • Can be placed close to wall / screen, ... for a simple one cable (HDMI™) connection Energy Efficient • Power Saving Mode turns the projector off after 10 minutes of inactivity • Long-lasting lamp
VPL-BW120S Home Theater Projector High Brightness (2600 lm) solution for casual big screen entertainment FEATURES Short Throw Technology • Can be placed close to wall / screen, ... for a simple one cable (HDMI™) connection Energy Efficient • Power Saving Mode turns the projector off after 10 minutes of inactivity • Long-lasting lamp