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4-156-596-11(1) Video Projector Operating Instructions VPL-HW15 © 2009 Sony Corporation
4-156-596-11(1) Video Projector Operating Instructions VPL-HW15 © 2009 Sony Corporation
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... 8 Remote Control 9 Connections and Preparations Unpacking 10 Step 1: Installing the Projector ......... 11 Before Setting Up the Projector 11 Positioning the Projector and a screen 13 Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position 17 Step 3: Connecting the Projector ..... 22 Connecting to a VCR 22 Connecting to a Computer ......... 25 ...the Screen 28 Turning Off the Power 29 Operating the BRAVIA Sync Compatible Equipment with the Remote Control of the Projector ......30 Selecting the Wide Screen Mode .....32 Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode 34 Adjusting the Picture Quality ...........35 ...
... 8 Remote Control 9 Connections and Preparations Unpacking 10 Step 1: Installing the Projector ......... 11 Before Setting Up the Projector 11 Positioning the Projector and a screen 13 Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position 17 Step 3: Connecting the Projector ..... 22 Connecting to a VCR 22 Connecting to a Computer ......... 25 ...the Screen 28 Turning Off the Power 29 Operating the BRAVIA Sync Compatible Equipment with the Remote Control of the Projector ......30 Selecting the Wide Screen Mode .....32 Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode 34 Adjusting the Picture Quality ...........35 ...
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...and Cleaning the Ventilation Holes (intake 65 Cleaning the Air Filter 68 Fitting the Lens Cap 68 Cleaning and the Screen of the Projector 69 Specifications 70 Preset Signals 72 Input Signals and Adjustable/ Setting Items 75 Ceiling Installation 77 Index 81 Trademark Information "PS3" ...is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Others About the Control for HDMI is an HDMI standard mutual control function which uses the HDMI CEC (Consumer ...
...and Cleaning the Ventilation Holes (intake 65 Cleaning the Air Filter 68 Fitting the Lens Cap 68 Cleaning and the Screen of the Projector 69 Specifications 70 Preset Signals 72 Input Signals and Adjustable/ Setting Items 75 Ceiling Installation 77 Index 81 Trademark Information "PS3" ...is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Others About the Control for HDMI is an HDMI standard mutual control function which uses the HDMI CEC (Consumer ...
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Caution The projector is equipped with the I/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch, do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running. For maximum ... the factory. 6 they will come in handy if you turn off . • Do not look into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have to the projector. Never pull the cord itself has been turned off the power with ventilation holes (intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do not block or place anything...
Caution The projector is equipped with the I/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch, do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running. For maximum ... the factory. 6 they will come in handy if you turn off . • Do not look into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have to the projector. Never pull the cord itself has been turned off the power with ventilation holes (intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do not block or place anything...
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Location of Controls Location of Controls Front/Right Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector. Control panel Lens shift dials (1 page 18) M/m/
Location of Controls Location of Controls Front/Right Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector. Control panel Lens shift dials (1 page 18) M/m/
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Rear/Bottom Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Lamp cover (1 page 66) Adjusters (1 page 21) Filter holder (1 page 67) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Projector suspension support attaching hole (1 page 77) 8
Rear/Bottom Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Lamp cover (1 page 66) Adjusters (1 page 21) Filter holder (1 page 67) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 12) Projector suspension support attaching hole (1 page 77) 8
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... items: • Remote control (1) and Size AA (R6) manganese batteries (2) • AC power cord (1) • Lens cap (1) When you have purchased the projector, the lens cap is incorrectly replaced. Inserting them forcibly or with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not drop or step...liquid of the battery, you use size AA (R6) manganese or alkaline batteries. Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to open. CAUTION Danger of explosion, use the...
... items: • Remote control (1) and Size AA (R6) manganese batteries (2) • AC power cord (1) • Lens cap (1) When you have purchased the projector, the lens cap is incorrectly replaced. Inserting them forcibly or with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not drop or step...liquid of the battery, you use size AA (R6) manganese or alkaline batteries. Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to open. CAUTION Danger of explosion, use the...
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...performance and reliability of the unit due to have broader options for placing the projector and viewing pictures easily. Near a heat or smoke sensor Unsuitable installation Do not place the projector in temperature. Very dusty and extremely smoky locations Leave space of the sensor ... condensation or rise in the following situations, which may cause a malfunction of the projector, allow at least 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) between the projector and walls. Before Setting Up the Projector Installing the projector in a location away from a VCR or other device. Hot and humid Install ...
...performance and reliability of the unit due to have broader options for placing the projector and viewing pictures easily. Near a heat or smoke sensor Unsuitable installation Do not place the projector in temperature. Very dusty and extremely smoky locations Leave space of the sensor ... condensation or rise in the following situations, which may cause a malfunction of the projector, allow at least 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) between the projector and walls. Before Setting Up the Projector Installing the projector in a location away from a VCR or other device. Hot and humid Install ...
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...the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of Controls" (1 page 7). Improper use Do not do any of the following while using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components. 15° or more 15° or more 15°...device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug. Tilting front/rear and left/right 15° or more Avoid using the projector tilted at an altitude of the lamp. Blocking the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust) Ventilation holes (intake) Ventilation holes (exhaust) Tip For details...
...the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of Controls" (1 page 7). Improper use Do not do any of the following while using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components. 15° or more 15° or more 15°...device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug. Tilting front/rear and left/right 15° or more Avoid using the projector tilted at an altitude of the lamp. Blocking the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust) Ventilation holes (intake) Ventilation holes (exhaust) Tip For details...
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... the Picture Position." (1 page 17) 13 You can obtain a good quality picture if you use the lens shift features. 1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen. Use the values L, x and y in the illustration. Screen * ** * Installation position not using lens shift (x = 0, y = 0) **... Example of installation position using lens shift (x, y) L: Distance between the center of the screen and the center of the projector's lens. x: Horizontal distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you position the...
... the Picture Position." (1 page 17) 13 You can obtain a good quality picture if you use the lens shift features. 1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen. Use the values L, x and y in the illustration. Screen * ** * Installation position not using lens shift (x = 0, y = 0) **... Example of installation position using lens shift (x, y) L: Distance between the center of the screen and the center of the projector's lens. x: Horizontal distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you position the...
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2 Position the projector so that it fits the screen. (1 page 17) Note When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications. This is parallel to the screen. Top view Screen 3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that the lens is not a malfunction of the projector. 16
2 Position the projector so that it fits the screen. (1 page 17) Note When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications. This is parallel to the screen. Top view Screen 3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that the lens is not a malfunction of the projector. 16
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Connections and Preparations Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position. 1 ON/STANDBY indicator 4 Lens shift dials Remote control detector 5, 6 Zoom lever, Focus ring 2 ?/1 (On/ standby) switch 3 LENS button Tip The ?/1 (ON/STANDBY), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/
Connections and Preparations Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position. 1 ON/STANDBY indicator 4 Lens shift dials Remote control detector 5, 6 Zoom lever, Focus ring 2 ?/1 (On/ standby) switch 3 LENS button Tip The ?/1 (ON/STANDBY), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/
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Tip The test signal is displayed for performing adjustments. appears on the screen. 3 Display a test signal for 1 minute. Press the LENS button on the projector. Press the button to clear the test signal display before that. 4 Move both lens shift dials to display the test signal. When the ON/STANDBY ...
Tip The test signal is displayed for performing adjustments. appears on the screen. 3 Display a test signal for 1 minute. Press the LENS button on the projector. Press the button to clear the test signal display before that. 4 Move both lens shift dials to display the test signal. When the ON/STANDBY ...
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... screen moves differ depending on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below. Focus ring 20 For details, see "Positioning the Projector and a screen" (1 page 13) as well. Zoom lever 6 Adjust the focus using the zoom lever. Notes • The range to move the picture projected on...
... screen moves differ depending on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below. Focus ring 20 For details, see "Positioning the Projector and a screen" (1 page 13) as well. Zoom lever 6 Adjust the focus using the zoom lever. Notes • The range to move the picture projected on...
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Turn to catch your finger when turning the adjusters. 21 Adjusters Notes • Pointing the projector at too high or too low of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level. Connections and Preparations To adjust the tilt of a tilt will result in trapezoidal distortion in the projected image. • Be careful not to adjust.
Turn to catch your finger when turning the adjusters. 21 Adjusters Notes • Pointing the projector at too high or too low of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level. Connections and Preparations To adjust the tilt of a tilt will result in trapezoidal distortion in the projected image. • Be careful not to adjust.
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...an optional HDMI cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself. • Refer to the operating instructions of the projector. When pulling out a cable, be sure to use a cable that has acquired the HDMI logo. 22 Connecting to a VCR To connect to ...the following: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for HDMI compatible equipment. Right side of the projector AV amplifier Speakers Equipment with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the connected equipment. For details, see the Function menu (1 page 52) and ...
...an optional HDMI cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself. • Refer to the operating instructions of the projector. When pulling out a cable, be sure to use a cable that has acquired the HDMI logo. 22 Connecting to a VCR To connect to ...the following: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for HDMI compatible equipment. Right side of the projector AV amplifier Speakers Equipment with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the connected equipment. For details, see the Function menu (1 page 52) and ...
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... • When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector, make sure the V mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of the projector and the v mark on the connector of the cable is not clear, check the settings of the projector AV amplifier Speakers Equipment with component video output connectors ...Right side of the connected equipment. To connect to the projector with an HDMI cable is set at the same position. • If the picture from equipment connected to equipment with component video output connectors : ...
... • When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector, make sure the V mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of the projector and the v mark on the connector of the cable is not clear, check the settings of the projector AV amplifier Speakers Equipment with component video output connectors ...Right side of the connected equipment. To connect to the projector with an HDMI cable is set at the same position. • If the picture from equipment connected to equipment with component video output connectors : ...
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Right side of the projector Speakers AV amplifier Video equipment to S video or video output : Video signal flow S video or video cable (not supplied) Tip If you should connect the ...
Right side of the projector Speakers AV amplifier Video equipment to S video or video output : Video signal flow S video or video cable (not supplied) Tip If you should connect the ...
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... type, to output the signal to both computer's display and this equipment, the picture of the cable is not clear, check the settings of the projector Computer to monitor output HD-Dsub15 pin cable (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied) : Video signal flow When using an optional HDMI cable, be... "Computer." (1 pages 51, 64) Notes • When connecting an HDMI cable, make sure the V mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of the projector and the v mark on the connector of the equipment may not appear properly. in the Setup menu to only the external monitor. If the input...
... type, to output the signal to both computer's display and this equipment, the picture of the cable is not clear, check the settings of the projector Computer to monitor output HD-Dsub15 pin cable (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied) : Video signal flow When using an optional HDMI cable, be... "Computer." (1 pages 51, 64) Notes • When connecting an HDMI cable, make sure the V mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of the projector and the v mark on the connector of the equipment may not appear properly. in the Setup menu to only the external monitor. If the input...
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... Screen Example: To view the picture from the video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT connector. 1 Power on both the projector and the equipment connected to the projector. 2 Press INPUT to display the input palette on the screen. 3 Select the equipment from the equipment connected to display ...CR connector Equipment connected to the HDMI 1 connector Equipment connected to the HDMI 2 connector Press INPUT to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the projector. (Only when the connected equipment supports Control for HDMI" is set to "Off" in the Setup menu ...
... Screen Example: To view the picture from the video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT connector. 1 Power on both the projector and the equipment connected to the projector. 2 Press INPUT to display the input palette on the screen. 3 Select the equipment from the equipment connected to display ...CR connector Equipment connected to the HDMI 1 connector Equipment connected to the HDMI 2 connector Press INPUT to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the projector. (Only when the connected equipment supports Control for HDMI" is set to "Off" in the Setup menu ...