Sony Projector VPL CS20 User Manual

2-636-561-11 (2)  
Data Projector  
Operating Instructions  
VPL-CX20  
VPL-CS20  
© 2005 Sony Corporation  
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B Overview  
Short focal lens  
The projection distance is very short,  
approximately 2.3 m (7.6 feet), when  
projecting an 80-inch image, which allows  
projection on a larger screen even in a  
limited space.  
Features  
High brightness, high picture  
quality  
High brightness  
Off & Go feature  
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 2000 ANSI lumen.  
The cooling fan built into the projector will  
work even after the power is turned off and  
the power cord is disconnected. This enables  
you to move the projector to another location  
immediately after turning it off.  
High picture quality  
Security Functions  
Security lock  
This function makes it possible to prevent  
projection of a picture on the screen unless  
the required password is entered when the  
projector is turned on.  
VPL-CX20: Three super-high-aperture  
0.63-inch XGA panels with approximately  
790,000 effective pixels, produce a  
resolution of 1024 × 768 dots (horizontal/  
vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal  
TV lines for video input.  
VPL-CS20: Three super-high-aperture 0.63-  
inch SVGA panels with approximately  
480,000 effective pixels, produce a  
resolution of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/  
vertical) for RGB input, and 600 horizontal  
TV lines for video input.  
Panel key lock  
This function locks all the keys on the  
control panel of the projector, allowing use  
of the keys on the Remote Commander. This  
prevents the projector from operating  
incorrectly.  
Compact and lightweight  
The projector is light because the weight is  
only about 1.9 kg, and the body is designed  
to be thin. This makes the projector  
convenient for carrying.  
About Trademarks  
• Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe  
Systems Incorporated.  
• Windows is a registered trademark of  
Microsoft Corporation in the United States  
and/or other countries.  
Easy setup and simple operation  
• 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 the  
Video Electronics Standard Association.  
• Display Data Channel is a trademark of the  
Video Electronics Standard Association.  
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 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.  
Features  
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g Rear remote control detector  
Location and  
Function of Controls  
h Ventilation holes (intake)/Lamp  
cover  
i Adjusters (hind pad)  
Turn the appropriate adjuster to the right  
or left for minor tilt adjustment of the  
projected picture.  
Top/Front/Left Side  
j Ventilation holes (intake)  
k Control/Connector Panel  
For details, see “Control/Connector  
l Ventilation holes (intake)/Air  
filter cover  
Notes  
Rear/Right Side/Bottom  
• Do not place anything near the  
ventilation holes as this may cause  
internal heat build-up.  
• Do not place your hand near the  
ventilation holes as this may cause  
injury.  
• To maintain optimal performance, clean  
the air filter every 500 hours.  
For details, see “Cleaning the Air  
a Front remote control detector  
b Lens  
c Powered tilt adjuster  
d Ventilation holes (exhaust)  
e Speaker  
f Security lock  
Connects to an optional security cable  
(from Kensington).  
Web page address:  
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Location and Function of Controls  
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e ON/STANDBY indicator (located  
around the ?/1 key)  
Control/Connector Panel  
Lights up or flashes under the following  
conditions:  
– Lights in red when the AC power cord  
is plugged into a wall outlet. Once the  
projector is in standby mode, you can  
turn it on with the ?/1 key.  
– Lights in green when the power is  
turned on, and when it is ready to  
operate.  
– Flashes in green from the projector is  
turned on until the projector is ready to  
operate. Also, flashes in green while  
the cooling fan is running after the  
power is turned off with the ?/1 key.  
The fan runs for about 45 seconds after  
the power is turned off.  
Open the cover to use the AUDIO/  
VIDEO IN connector.  
For details, see page 14.  
f FOCUS +/– key  
Adjusts the picture focus manually.  
g AUTO FOCUS key  
Adjusts the picture focus automatically.  
h Status indicators  
• POWER SAVING  
Lights when the projector is in power  
saving mode.  
• TEMP (Temperature)/FAN  
Lights or flashes under the following  
conditions:  
Push  
– Lights when the temperature inside  
the projector becomes unusually  
high.  
– Flashes when the fan is broken.  
• LAMP/COVER  
a ZOOM +/– key  
Adjusts the picture size.  
Lights or flashes under the following  
conditions:  
b INPUT key  
– 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 page 37.  
c ?/1 (On/Standby) key  
Turns on the projector when the  
projector is in standby mode. The ON/  
STANDBY indicator around the ?/1key  
flashes in green until the projector is  
ready to operate.  
i AUDIO/VIDEO connector  
Connects to the audio output and video  
output, or S video output (Y/C video  
output) of the video equipment or the  
computer.  
d TILT adjustment key  
Adjusts the tilt of the projector.  
For details, see “Projecting” on  
Location and Function of Controls  
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j INPUT A connector (HD D-sub  
15-pin, female)  
a ?/1 (On/Standby) key  
b ENTER/ v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys  
c MENU key  
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 a  
d D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– keys  
Enlarge the image at a desired location  
on the screen.  
e 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.  
k AC IN socket  
Connects the supplied AC power cord.  
l MENU key  
Displays the on-screen menu. Press  
again to clear the menu.  
f Infrared transmitter  
g FREEZE key  
m ENTER/Arrow (v/V/b/B) keys  
Used to enter the settings of items in the  
menu system, select a menu, or make  
various adjustments. Press the center of  
the key when you use this key as the  
ENTER key.  
Freezes the projected picture. To cancel  
the frozen picture, press the key again.  
h INPUT key  
i APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key  
Automatically adjusts a picture to its  
clearest while a signal is input from a  
computer.  
Remote Commander  
The keys that have the same names as those  
on the control panel function identically.  
For details, see “Smart APA” in “The  
j TILT/KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal  
distortion correction) key  
Adjusts the tilt of the projector, or the  
trapezoidal distortion of the image  
manually. Each time you press this key,  
the Tilt menu and the V Keystone menu  
are displayed in turn. Use the arrow keys  
(v/V/b/B) for adjustment.  
k LENS key  
Each time you press this key, the Lens  
Focus adjustment and Lens Zoom  
adjustment menus are displayed  
alternately.  
l AUTO FOCUS key  
Adjusts the picture focus automatically.  
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Location and Function of Controls  
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Notes on Remote Commander  
operation  
Before using the Remote  
Commander  
Pull out the clear film from the lithium  
battery holder.  
• 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 remote  
control detector.  
• The operation range is limited. The shorter  
the distance between the Remote  
Commander and the remote control  
detector is, the wider the angle within  
which the commander can control the  
projector becomes.  
To replace a battery  
1 Release the lock of the lithium battery  
holder by picking it, and pull out the  
holder from the Remote Commander.  
2 Install the lithium battery.  
Face the +  
side up.  
3 Put the lithium battery holder back  
into the Remote Commander.  
Notes on the lithium battery  
• A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is  
used in the Remote Commander. Do not  
use batteries other than CR2025.  
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of  
children.  
• Should the battery be swallowed,  
immediately consult a doctor.  
Location and Function of Controls  
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B Projecting 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.  
Screen  
Distance between the screen  
and the center of the lens  
Unit: m (feet)  
Screen size  
(inches)  
40  
80  
100  
150  
200  
250  
300  
Minimum  
Distance  
1.2  
(3.8)  
2.3  
(7.6)  
2.9  
(9.6)  
4.4  
(14.4)  
5.9  
(19.4)  
7.3  
(23.9)  
8.8  
(28.9)  
Maximum  
Distance  
1.4  
(4.6)  
2.8  
(9.4)  
3.6  
(11.7)  
5.4  
(17.6)  
7.2  
(23.6)  
9.0  
(29.5)  
10.7  
(35.1)  
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table  
above.  
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Installing the Projector  
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To connect a computer  
Connecting the  
Projector  
Left side  
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 by the plug, not the cable itself.  
Connecting a Computer  
This section describes how to connect the  
projector to a computer.  
For more information, refer to the  
computer’s instruction manual.  
White  
to audio  
output  
(L)  
Red  
to monitor  
output  
toaudio  
output  
(R)  
Computer  
A HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)  
B A/V connecting adaptor (supplied)  
C Audio cable (not supplied) (Connect only  
when you want to output the audio from the  
speaker of the projector.)  
Notes  
• The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA,  
SXGA, and SXGA+ signals. However, we  
recommend that you set the output mode of  
your computer to XGA (VPL-CX20) or  
Connecting the Projector  
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SVGA (VPL-CS20) mode for the external  
monitor.  
To connect to a video or S video  
output connector  
• If you set your computer, such as a notebook  
computer, to output the signal to both your  
computer’s display and the external monitor,  
the picture of the external monitor may not  
appear properly. Set your computer to output  
the signal to only the external monitor.  
Left side  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with your computer.  
Note  
To connect a Macintosh computer equipped  
with a video output connector of a type having  
two rows of pins, use a commercially available  
plug adaptor.  
Connecting a VCR  
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 video  
output  
White  
to audio  
output  
(L)  
Red  
to S  
video  
output  
to audio  
output  
(R)  
VCR  
A A/V connecting adaptor (supplied)  
B S-video cable (not supplied) or Video cable  
(not supplied)  
C Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)  
(Use a no-resistance cable.)  
Note  
Connect either a video or S video output  
connector.  
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To connect to a video GBR/  
Component output connector  
Projecting  
Left side  
ON/STANDBY indicator  
Rear remote control  
detector  
to video  
GBR/  
component  
output  
White  
to  
audio  
output  
(L)  
Red  
to  
audio  
output  
(R)  
VCR  
A SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied)  
HD D-sub 15-pin (male) 3 × phono jack  
B A/V connecting adaptor (supplied)  
C Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)  
(Use a no-resistance cable.)  
1 Plug 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.  
Note  
Set the aspect ratio using “Wide Mode” on the  
Signal menu according to the input signal.  
2 Press the ?/1 key.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in  
green and the Advanced Intelligent  
Auto-setup starts. The powered tilt  
adjuster rises and stops at the previously  
adjusted position and adjusts the focus.  
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5 Switch the equipment connected to  
output to the projector.  
Note  
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, or the state  
of the screen. In this case, adjust it  
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  
manually in step 8 on page 13.  
changing your computer’s settings.  
3 Turn on the equipment connected to  
the projector.  
or  
4 Press the INPUT key to select the  
and  
input source.  
Each time you press the key, the input  
signal switches as follows:  
Input-A t Video t S-Video  
Note  
The key used for switching the computer to  
output to the projector varies depending on  
the type of computer.  
To input from  
Press INPUT  
to display  
Computer connected to Input-A  
the INPUT A connector  
6 Adjust the upper or lower position of  
the picture.  
Video equipment  
connected to the  
AUDIO/VIDEO input  
connector  
Video  
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 v/V/  
b/B keys.  
To adjust using the control panel on  
the left side of the projector  
Press v or V of the TILT key to adjust  
the tilt of the projector.  
Video equipment  
connected to the  
AUDIO/S-Video input  
connector  
S-Video  
Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)  
adjusts the picture of the connected  
equipment so that it is projected clearly.  
Notes  
• 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.  
• The Smart APA feature is effective for  
the input signal from a computer only.  
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Press the LENS key on the Remote  
Commander to display the Lens Zoom  
menu and adjust the size of the picture  
using the v/V/b/B keys.  
to raise the projector  
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.  
TILT adjustment key  
to lower the projector  
8 Adjust the focus.  
To adjust the focus automatically  
Press the AUTO FOCUS key on the left  
side of the projector or on the Remote  
Commander.  
To adjust the focus manually  
To adjust the focus using the Remote  
Commander:  
Press the LENS key on the Remote  
Commander to display the Lens Focus  
menu and adjust the focus using the v/  
V/b/B keys.  
Powered tilt  
adjuster  
To adjust using the control panel on  
the left side of the projector:  
Press the FOCUS +/– keys to adjust the  
focus.  
Notes  
• 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 27.)  
• 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 v/V/b/B key. The  
corrected value is effective until the  
power is turned 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  
extended.  
It may cause a malfunction.  
7 Adjust the size of the picture.  
To adjust using the Remote  
Commander  
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Turning Off the  
Power  
1 Press the ?/1 key.  
“POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key  
again.” appears to confirm that you want  
to turn off the power.  
Note  
The message disappears if you press any  
key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not  
press any key for five seconds.  
2 Press the ?/1 key again.  
The powered tilt adjuster is retracted  
into the projector. The ON/STANDBY  
indicator flashes in green and the fan  
continues to run to reduce the internal  
heat. Also, the ON/STANDBY indicator  
flashes quickly for the first 45 seconds.  
During this time, you will not be able to  
light up the ON/STANDBY indicator  
again with the ?/1 key.  
3 Unplug the AC power cord from the  
wall outlet after the fan stops running  
and the ON/STANDBY indicator  
lights in red.  
When you cannot confirm the on-  
screen message  
When you cannot confirm the on-screen  
message under certain conditions, you can  
turn off the power by holding the ?/1 key for  
about two seconds instead of above steps 1  
and 2.  
Note  
The internal circuitry of the Off & Go function  
may cause the fan to continue to operate for a  
short time even after the ?/1 key is pressed to  
turn off the power and the ON/STANDBY  
indicator changes to red.  
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B Convenient Functions  
2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the  
projector.  
Selecting the Menu  
Language  
3 Press the MENU key.  
The menu appears.  
You can select one of fifteen languages for  
displaying the menu and other on-screen  
displays. The factory setting is English.  
To change the menu language, proceed as  
follows:  
The menu currently selected is shown as  
a yellow button.  
4 Press the v or V key to select the  
Setup menu, then press the B or  
ENTER key.  
ON/STANDBY indicator  
The selected menu appears.  
Front remote  
control detector  
5 Press the v or V key to select  
“Language,” then press the B or  
ENTER key.  
6 Press the v, V, b or B key to select a  
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall  
language, then press the ENTER key.  
outlet.  
The menu changes to the selected  
language.  
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To clear the menu  
Press the MENU key.  
The menu disappears automatically if a key  
is not pressed for one minute.  
Security Lock  
The projector is equipped with a security  
lock function. When you turn the power of  
the projector on, you are required to input  
the previously set password. If you do not  
input the correct password, you will not be  
able to project the picture.  
Note  
You will not be able to use the projector if you  
forget your password and the password  
administrator is not available. Be please aware  
that using the security lock can prevent valid  
usage in such cases.  
To use the security lock  
1 Press the MENU key and then, on the  
Function menu, turn on the “Security  
Lock” setting.  
2 Enter the password.  
Use the MENU, v/V/b/B, and ENTER  
keys to enter the four-digit password.  
(The default initial password setting is  
“ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”  
After this is entered you can put in your  
own password. Therefore, when you use  
this function for the first time, please  
input “ENTER” four times.)  
Next, the screen for entering the new  
password is displayed. (Enter the  
password on this screen even if you want  
to keep the current password.)  
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entering the password is displayed when  
the power is turned on the next time.  
Security certification  
When the password screen is displayed,  
enter the password that was set. If you fail to  
enter the correct password after three tries,  
the projector cannot be used. In this case,  
press the ?/1 key to turn off the power.  
3 Enter the password again to confirm.  
To cancel the security lock  
1 Press the MENU key, then turn off the  
Security Lock” setting on the  
Function menu.  
2 Enter the password.  
Enter the password that was set.  
When the following message is  
displayed, the setting for security lock is  
completed.  
Note  
If you call the customer service center because  
you have forgotten the password, you will need  
to be able to verify the projector’s 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.  
Smart APA:  
On  
Picture  
Auto Input Search:  
Auto Focus:  
On  
On  
Signal  
Test Pattern:  
Off  
Standby Mode:  
Power Saving:  
Panel Key Lock:  
Security Lock:  
Standard  
Off  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Off  
On  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Security Lock enabled!  
If “Invalid Password!” is displayed on  
the menu screen, perform this procedure  
again from step 1.  
Smart APA:  
Auto Input Search:  
Auto Focus:  
On  
Picture  
On  
On  
Signal  
Test Pattern:  
Off  
Standby Mode:  
Power Saving:  
Panel Key Lock:  
Security Lock:  
Standard  
Off  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Off  
Off  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Invalid Password!  
4 Turn the main power off and  
disconnect the AC power cord.  
The security lock is set to on, then it  
becomes effective. The screen used for  
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Effective Tools for Your  
Presentation  
Other Functions  
To enlarge the image (Digital Zoom  
function)  
You can select a section of the image to  
enlarge. This function works when a signal  
from a computer is input.  
Off & Go Function  
If you are leaving the conference room  
immediately, turn the projector off, and then,  
after the powered tilt adjuster is retracted  
into the projector, you can unplug the AC  
power cord. After the AC power cord is  
unplugged, the fan runs for a certain time  
automatically.  
This function does not work when a video  
signal is input.  
1 Project a normal image, and press the  
D ZOOM + key on the Remote  
Commander.  
Notes  
• When unplugging the AC power cord, ensure  
that the powered tilt adjuster has been  
retracted into the projector. Moving the  
projector with the powered tilt adjuster  
extended may damage the adjuster.  
The digital zoom icon appears in the  
center of the image.  
• Turn off the projector according to the  
procedure explained in ““Turning Off the  
Power” on page 14,” then cool it down before  
storing the projector in the carrying case.  
• However, if the unit has been on for less than  
15 minutes, the fan might not begin to turn as  
a result of inadequate charging. In that case,  
follow the procedure for turning off the  
power as described in “Turning Off the  
Digital zoom icon  
2 Move the icon to the point on the  
image you want to enlarge. Use the  
arrow key (v/V/b/B) to move the  
icon.  
3 Press the D ZOOM + key again.  
The portion of the image where the icon  
is located is enlarged. The enlargement  
ratio is displayed on the screen for a few  
seconds.  
By pressing the + key repeatedly, the  
image size (ratio of enlargement: max. 4  
times) increases.  
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Use the arrow key (v/V/b/B) to scroll  
the enlarged image.  
To return the image to its original size  
Press the D ZOOM – key.  
Just pressing the RESET key returns the  
image back to its original size immediately.  
To freeze the image projected  
(Freeze function)  
Press the FREEZE key on the remote  
commander. “Freeze” appears when the key  
is pressed. This function works when a  
signal from a computer is input.  
To restore the original screen, press the  
FREEZE key again.  
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B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu  
Pop-up menu  
Items that can  
be set  
Using a MENU  
The projector is equipped with an on-screen  
menu for making various adjustments and  
Status:  
Language:  
On  
English  
Picture  
Input-A Signal Sel.:  
Color System:  
Auto  
Signal  
settings. Some of the adjustable/setting  
items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a  
setting menu or adjustment menu with no  
main menu, or in the next menu window. If  
you select an item name followed by an  
arrow (B), the next menu window with  
setting items appears.To change the on-  
screen menu language, see “Selecting the  
Auto  
NTSC3.58  
PAL  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
SECAM  
NTSC4.43  
PAL-M  
PAL-N  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Setting menu  
1 Press the MENU key.  
The menu appears.  
Tilt  
Adjustment menu  
Picture  
V Keystone:  
Auto  
Background:  
Lamp Mode:  
Lens Control:  
IR Receiver:  
Illumination:  
Blue  
Signal  
Standard  
On  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Front & Rear  
On  
Next menu window  
High Altitude Mode:  
Off  
Items that can  
be set  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Adjust Picture  
Picture  
Standard  
Contrast:  
80  
Brightness:  
50  
Signal  
Sharpness:  
50  
2 Use the v or V key to select a menu,  
Gamma Mode:  
Color Temp.:  
Graphics  
High  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
then press the B or ENTER key.  
The items that can be set or adjusted  
with the selected menu appear. The item  
presently selected is shown in yellow.  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
3 Select an item.  
Use the v or V key to select the item,  
then press the B or ENTER key.  
The setting items are displayed in a pop-  
up menu, in a setting menu, in an  
adjustment menu or in the next menu  
window.  
4 Make the setting or adjustment of an  
item.  
• When changing the adjustment  
level:  
To increase the number, press the v or  
B key.  
To decrease the number, press the Vor  
b key.  
Press the ENTER key. The setting or  
adjustment done is stored and the  
previous screen is restored.  
• When changing the setting:  
Press the v or V key to select the  
setting.  
Press the ENTER or B key to restore  
the previous screen.  
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To clear the menu  
Press the MENU key.  
The menu disappears automatically if a key  
is not pressed for one minute.  
To reset items that have been  
adjusted  
Select the item that you want to reset, and  
press the RESET key on the Remote  
Commander.  
“Complete!” appears on the screen and the  
setting of the item that you have selected is  
reset to its factory preset value.  
Items that can be reset are:  
• “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue”  
and “Sharpness” on the “Adjust Picture...”  
menu of the Picture menu.  
• “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” on the  
“Adjust Signal...” menu of the Signal  
menu  
Storage of the settings  
The settings are automatically stored in the  
projector memory when the ENTER key is  
pressed.  
If no signal is input  
If there is no input signal, “Cannot adjust  
this item.” appears on the screen.  
Unadjustable items  
Items that cannot be adjusted, depending on  
the input signal, are not displayed on the  
menu.  
For details, see page 31.  
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The Picture Menu  
The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume.  
Picture Mode:  
Adjust Picture  
Standard  
30  
Adjust Picture  
Contrast:  
Standard  
Picture  
Picture  
80  
50  
50  
Brightness:  
Sharpness:  
Gamma Mode:  
Color Temp.:  
Signal  
Signal  
Volume:  
Graphics  
High:  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Standard  
Picture Mode  
Selects the picture mode.  
Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a  
“dynamic” picture.  
Standard: Normally select this setting. If the picture  
has roughness with the “Dynamic” setting, this  
setting reduces the roughness.  
Adjust Picture...  
The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for  
each “Dynamic” or “Standard” picture mode separately.  
Contrast  
Brightness  
Color  
Adjusts the picture contrast.  
Adjusts the picture brightness.  
Adjusts color intensity.  
80  
50  
50  
50  
Hue  
Adjusts color tones. The higher the setting, the more  
greenish the picture becomes. The lower the setting,  
the more purplish.  
Sharpness  
Adjusts the picture sharpness. The higher the setting,  
the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the setting,  
the softer the picture becomes.  
50  
Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve.  
Graphics: Improves the reproduction of halftones.  
Graphics  
Photos can be reproduced in natural tones.  
Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for images  
that contain lots of text.  
Color Temp.  
Adjusts the color temperature.  
High: Makes white colors bluish.  
Low: Makes white colors reddish.  
High  
Low (Video/S-  
Video)  
Volume  
Adjusts the volume.  
30  
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The Signal Menu  
The Signal menu is used to adjust the input signal.  
Adjust Signal...menu  
Adjust Signal  
Wide Mode:  
Adjust Signal  
Dot Phase:  
H Size:  
Picture  
Picture  
Off  
On  
12  
Scan Converter:  
1344  
Signal  
Signal  
Shift:  
H: 235 V: 34  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Information  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Sel:  
Set:  
Back:  
Exit:  
Setting items  
Adjust Signal...  
Dot Phase  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal  
output from a computer.  
Adjust the picture further for finer picture after the  
picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key.  
H Size  
Shift  
Adjusts the horizontal size of a picture output from a  
computer. Adjust the setting according to the dots of  
the input signal.  
Set according to  
the input signal  
For details, see page 42.  
Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts the  
Set according to  
horizontal position of the picture.V adjusts the vertical the input signal  
position of the picture. As the setting for H increases,  
the picture moves to the right, and as the setting  
decreases, the picture moves to the left.  
As the setting for V increases, the picture moves up,  
and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down.  
Use the b or the B key to adjust the horizontal  
position and the v and V key for the vertical position.  
Wide Mode  
Sets the aspect ratio of the picture.  
Off  
Off: When a picture with a ratio of 4:3 is input.  
On: When a picture with a ratio of 16:9 (squeezed) is  
input from a DVD player.  
Scan Converter  
Converts the signal to display the picture according to On  
the screen size.  
When set to “Off,” displays the picture while matching  
one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD.  
The picture will be clear but the picture size will be  
smaller.  
Note  
Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by  
switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers,  
which are legally protected.  
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About the Preset Memory No.  
This projector has 40 types of preset data for  
input signals (the preset memory). When a  
preset signal is input, the projector  
automatically detects the signal type and  
recalls the data for the signal from the preset  
memory to adjust it to an optimum picture.  
The memory number and signal type of that  
signal are displayed on the Information  
menu (See page 30). You can also adjust the  
preset data through the Signal menu.  
This projector has 20 types of user memories  
for Input-A into which you can save the  
setting of the adjusted data for an unpressed  
input signal.  
When an unpressed signal is input for the  
first time, a memory number is displayed as  
0. When you adjust the data of the signal  
using the Signal menu, it will be registered in  
the projector. If more than 20 user memory  
items are registered, the newest memory  
always overwrites the oldest one.  
See the chart on page 42 to find if the signal  
is registered in the preset memory.  
Since the data for the following signals is  
recalled from the preset memory, you can  
use these preset data items by adjusting “H  
Size.” Make finer adjustments by adjusting  
“Shift.”  
Signal  
Memory No. SIZE  
Super Mac-2  
SGI-1  
37  
37  
39  
41  
47  
47  
1312  
1320  
1328  
1456  
1708  
1600  
Macintosh 19"  
Macintosh 21"  
Sony News  
PC-9821  
1280 × 1024  
WS Sunmicro  
48  
1664  
Note  
When the aspect ratio of input signal is other  
than 4:3, a part of the screen is displayed in  
black.  
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The Function Menu  
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.  
Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Smart APA  
The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically  
adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” on the  
Signal menu for the input signal from a computer.  
On: When a signal is input from a computer, the  
APA functions automatically so that the picture can  
be seen clearly. Once the specified input signal has  
been adjusted by the “Smart APA,” it will not be  
readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and  
connected again or the input channel is changed. You  
can adjust the picture by pressing the APA key on the  
Remote Commander even if “Smart APA” set to  
“On.”  
On  
Off: The APA functions when you press the APA key  
on the Remote Commander.  
Auto Input Search When set to “On,” the projector detects input signals in Off  
the following order: Input-A/Video/S-Video. It  
indicates the input channel when the INPUT key is  
pressed.  
Auto Focus  
When set to “Off,” the focus adjustment does not work On  
automatically when the projector is turned on or when  
the AUTO FOCUS key on the projector or the remote  
commander is pressed.  
Test Pattern  
When set to “On,” a test pattern is displayed on the  
screen during “Lens Zoom”, “Lens Focus,” or “V  
Keystone” adjustment.  
Off  
Standby Mode  
Power Saving  
When set to “Low”, the power consumption is set to  
low in standby mode.  
Standard  
When set to “On,” the projector goes into power saving Off  
mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. Although the  
lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. The  
power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input  
or any key is pressed. In power saving mode, no keys  
function for the first 45 seconds after the lamp goes  
out.  
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Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Panel Key Lock  
Locks all the control panel keys on the side panel of  
the projector so that the projector can be operated only  
with the Remote Commander.  
Off  
To lock the control panel keys, set to “On.”  
When it is set to “On,” keeping the ?/1 key on the  
control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the projector  
on when it is in standby mode, and turns the projector  
to standby mode when the power is on. If you press  
and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when  
the power is on, the lock will be released and “Panel  
Key Lock” is automatically set to “Off.”  
Security Lock  
Turns on the projector’s security lock function.  
When set to “On,” turns on the security lock function,  
which locks the projector once a password has been  
set.  
Off  
Notes  
• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes  
a black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the image  
may not be displayed on the screen.  
You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while “Adjusting” appears on the  
screen.  
• The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal.  
• Adjust the “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” items on the Signal menu when you adjust the  
picture manually.  
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The Installation Menu  
The Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.  
Tilt  
Picture  
V Keystone:  
Auto  
Background:  
Lamp Mode:  
Lens Control:  
IR Receiver:  
Illumination:  
Blue  
Signal  
Standard  
On  
Function  
Installation  
Setup  
Front & Rear  
On  
High Altitude Mode:  
Off  
Information  
Sel:  
Set:  
Exit:  
Setting items  
Tilt...  
Functions  
Adjusts the position (height) of the projected picture.  
Initial setting  
V Keystone  
Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection Auto  
angle. Select “Auto” for automatic correction, or “Manual”  
for manual correction using the v/V/b/B keys on the  
Remote Commander.  
When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top  
: Sets a lower value.  
When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom  
: Sets a higher value.  
Background  
Lamp Mode  
Selects the background color of the screen when no signal Blue  
is input to the projector. Select “Black” or “Blue.”  
Normally, set to “Blue.”  
Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection.  
High: Illuminates the projected image brightly.  
Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption.  
The brightness of the projected image will be lower  
compared with the “High” setting.  
Standard  
Lens Control  
IR Receiver  
When set to “Off,” the LENS (FOCUS, ZOOM) key on the On  
Remote Commander, and the FOCUS and ZOOM keys on  
the projector do not function.  
Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the  
front and rear of the projector.  
Front & Rear  
Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear  
detectors.  
Front: Activates the front detector only.  
Rear: Activates the rear detector only.  
Illumination  
Selects whether the SONY logo on the rear panel of the  
projector lights when the projector is on.  
On  
High Altitude  
Mode  
Set to “On” when the projector is used at an altitude of  
1,500 m or higher.  
Off  
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Note  
The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly,  
depending on the room temperature or the screen angle.  
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The Setup Menu  
The Setup menu is used for changing the menu displays.  
Setting items  
Functions  
Initial setting  
Status (on-screen  
display)  
Sets up the on-screen display.  
On  
When set to “Off,” turns off the on-screen displays  
except for the menus, a message when the power is  
turned off, and warning messages.  
Language  
Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen  
displays. The languages available are: English,  
Nederlands, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español,  
English  
Auto  
Português,  
, Svenska, Norsk,  
and  
,
,
,
.
Input-A Signal Sel. Selects the “Auto”, “Computer,” “Component,” or  
“Video GBR” signal input via the INPUT A connector.  
When the “Auto” is selected, the type of the input  
signal is detected automatically.  
When the input signal is not displayed correctly with  
this item set to Auto, select the item according to the  
input signal.  
Color System  
Selects the color system of the input signal.  
If you select “Auto,” the projector detects the color  
system of the input signal automatically. If the picture  
is distorted or colorless, select the color system  
according to the input signal.  
Auto  
When the color system of the input signal is PAL60,  
select “PAL.” If “Auto” is selected, the color system  
cannot be detected.  
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The Information Menu  
The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical  
frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp.  
Model name  
Serial number  
Memory number of an input signal  
Signal type  
Setting items  
Functions  
fH  
Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.  
The displayed value is approximate.  
fV  
Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.  
The displayed value is approximate.  
Lamp Timer  
Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.  
Note  
These are only displayed on the screen. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be  
altered.  
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Input signals and adjustable/setting items  
Adjust Picture... menu  
Item  
Input signal  
Video or S-Video Component  
(Y/C)  
Video GBR  
Computer  
B&W  
Contrast  
Brightness  
Color  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
Hue  
z
(NTSC 3.58/4.43  
only)  
Sharpness  
z
z
z
z
*1  
Gamma Mode  
Color Temp.  
Volume  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z : Adjustable/can be set  
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set  
*1  
: Preset memory No. 3, 4 only  
Signal menu  
Item  
Input signal  
Video or S-Video Component  
(Y/C)  
Video GBR  
Computer  
B&W  
Dot Phase  
H Size  
z
z
z
*1  
*1  
Shift  
z
z
*2  
Scan Converter  
z
*3  
*3  
Wide Mode  
z
z
z
z
z : Adjustable/can be set  
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set  
*1  
: Except preset memory No. 3, 4  
*2  
: VPL-CX20: Lower than SVGA  
VPL-CS20: Lower than VGA  
: Except preset memory No. 7, 8, 10, 11  
*3  
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B Maintenance  
Note  
Replacing the Lamp  
Be sure that the projector is stable after  
turning it over.  
The lamp used as a light source is a  
consumable product. Thus, replace the lamp  
with a new one in the following cases.  
• When the lamp has burnt out or dims  
• “Please replace the Lamp.” appears on the  
screen  
3 Open the lamp cover by loosening the  
three screws with a Phillips  
screwdriver.  
• The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up  
The lamp life varies depending on  
conditions of use.  
Use an LMP-C162 Projector Lamp as the  
replacement lamp.  
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-C162  
may cause damage to the projector.  
Caution  
The lamp remains not after the projector is  
turned off with the ?/1 key. If you touch the  
lamp, you may burn your finger. When you  
replace the lamp, wait for at least an hour  
for the lamp to cool.  
Note  
Notes  
For safety reasons, do not loosen any other  
screws.  
• If the lamp breaks, contact your Customer  
Information Center.  
• Pull out the lamp by holding the handle. If  
you touch the lamp, you may be burned or  
injured.  
• When removing the lamp, make sure it  
remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do  
not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp  
while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks, the  
pieces may scatter, causing injury.  
4 Loosen the two screws on the lamp  
unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a).  
Fold out the handle (b), then pull out  
the lamp unit by the handle (c).  
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect  
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.  
Fold out the handle.  
Note  
When replacing the lamp after using the  
projector, wait for at least an hour for the  
lamp to cool.  
2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)  
beneath the projector. Turn the  
projector over so you can see its  
underside.  
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5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until  
it is securely in place (a). Tighten the  
two screws (c). Fold down the handle  
to replace it (b).  
Caution  
Do not put your hands into the lamp  
replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or  
other objects into the slot to avoid electrical  
shock or fire.  
Disposal of the used lamp  
For the customers in the USA  
This product contains mercury. Disposal of  
this product may be regulated if sold in the  
United States. For disposal or recycling  
information, please contact your local  
authorities or the Electronics Industries  
Alliance (http://www.eiae.org).  
Fold down the  
handle.  
Notes  
• Be careful not to touch the glass surface  
of the lamp.  
• The power will not turn on if the lamp is  
not secured properly.  
6 Close the lamp cover and tighten the  
three screws.  
Note  
Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely  
as it was. If not, the projector cannot be  
turned on.  
7 Turn the projector back over.  
8 Connect the power cord.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator around  
the ?/1 key lights in red.  
9 Press the following keys on the  
Remote Commander in the following  
order for less than five seconds each:  
RESET, b, B, ENTER.  
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Cleaning the Air  
Filter  
The air filter should be cleaned every 500  
hours.  
Remove dust from the outside of the  
ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner.  
500 hours are approximate. This value varies  
depending on the environment or how the  
projector is used.  
4 Remove the air filter.  
Claws  
5 Wash the air filter with a mild  
detergent solution and dry it in a  
shaded place.  
6 Attach the air filter so that it fits into  
the each claws (6 positions) on the air  
filter covers and replace the cover.  
When it becomes difficult to remove the dust  
from the filter with a vacuum cleaner,  
remove the air filter and wash it.  
Notes  
• 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.  
• If the dust cannot be removed from the air  
filter, replace the air filter with the supplied  
new one.  
1 Turn the power off and unplug the  
power cord.  
2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)  
beneath the projector and turn the  
projector over.  
• Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly;  
the power can not be turned on if it is not  
closed securely.  
3 Remove the air filter cover.  
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B Others  
Troubleshooting  
If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using  
the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
Power  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The power is not turned on. • The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short  
interval.  
c Wait for about 45 seconds before turning on the power  
• The lamp cover is not secured.  
c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 33).  
• The air filter cover is detached.  
c Attach the air filter cover securely (see page 34).  
Both the LAMP/COVER  
The electrical system has broken down.  
and TEMP/FAN indicators c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
light up.  
The powered tilt adjuster is The AC power cord was unplugged with the power of the projector  
not retracted into the  
projector.  
turned on.  
c Connect the power cord to the AC outlet again, turn on the power  
of the projector, then turn it off.  
Picture  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
No picture.  
• A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.  
c Check that the proper connections have been made (see page 9).  
• The connections are wrong.  
c This projector is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data  
Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with DDC, turn  
the projector on according to the following procedures.  
1 Connect the projector to the computer.  
2 Turn the projector on.  
3 Start the computer.  
• Input selection is incorrect.  
c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT key (see  
page 12).  
• The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or  
set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a  
computer.  
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor.  
c 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  
or by changing your computer’s settings.  
For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions  
supplied with your computer.  
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Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The picture is noisy.  
Noise may appear on the background depending on the combination  
of the number of dots input from the connector and the numbers of  
pixels on the LCD panel.  
c Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer.  
The picture from the  
INPUT A connector is  
colored strangely.  
The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the Setup menu is incorrect.  
c Select “Auto”, “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component”  
correctly according to the input signal (see page 29).  
“Please check Input-A  
Signal Sel.” appears in  
spite of inputting the  
correct signal from  
INPUT A.  
The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the Setup menu is incorrect.  
c Select “Auto”, “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component”  
correctly according to the input signal (see page 29).  
On-screen display does not “Status” on the Setup menu has been set to “Off.”  
c Set “Status” on the Setup menu to “On” (see page 29).  
appear.  
Color balance is incorrect. • The picture has not been adjusted properly.  
c Adjust the picture (see page 22).  
• The projector is set to the wrong color system.  
c Set “Color System” on the Setup menu to match the color  
system being input (see page 29).  
The picture is too dark.  
The picture is not clear.  
• Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly.  
c Adjust the contrast or brightness on the “Adjust Picture...” menu  
of the Picturem menu properly (see page 22).  
• The lamp has burnt out or is dim.  
c Replace the lamp with a new one (see page 32).  
• The picture is out of focus.  
c Adjust the focus (see page 13).  
• Condensation has accumulated on the lens.  
c Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on.  
The image extends beyond The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges  
the screen.  
around the image.  
c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key.  
c Adjust “Shift” on the Adjust Signal... menu of the Signal menu  
properly (see page 23).  
The picture flickers.  
“Dot Phase” on the Adjust Signal... menu of the Signal menu has not  
been adjusted properly.  
c Adjust “Dot Phase” on the Adjust Signal... menu of the Signal  
menu properly (see page 23).  
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Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
No sound.  
• A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.  
c Check that the proper connections have been made (see page 9).  
• The connecting cable used is incorrect.  
c Use the A/V connecting adaptor (supplied) (see page 9).  
• The sound is not adjusted properly.  
c Adjust “Volume” on the Picture menu (see page 22).  
Remote Commander  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The Remote Commander  
does not work.  
The Remote Commander battery is dead.  
c Replace it with a new battery (see page 7).  
Others  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The control panel keys do The control panel keys are locked.  
not function.  
c Unlock the control panel keys (see page 26).  
Indicators  
Symptom  
Cause and Remedy  
The LAMP/COVER  
indicator flashes.  
• The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached.  
c Attach the cover securely (see page 33 and 34).  
• The electrical system may break down.  
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
The LAMP/COVER  
indicator lights up.  
• The lamp has reached the end of its life.  
c Replace the lamp (see page 32).  
• The lamp has reached a high temperature.  
c Wait for 45 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power  
again.  
• If the LAMP/COVER indicator still lights even after you have  
replaced the lamp, the electrical system may break down.  
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
The TEMP/FAN indicator The fan is broken.  
flashes.  
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
The TEMP/FAN indicator • The internal temperature is unusually high.  
lights up.  
c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.  
• The projector is being used at a high altitude.  
c Ensure that “High Altitude Mode” on the Installation menu is  
set to “On.”  
Both the LAMP/COVER  
The electrical system has broken down.  
and TEMP/FAN indicators c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.  
light up.  
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Warning Messages  
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.  
Message  
Meaning and Remedy  
High temp.!  
Internal temperature is too high.  
Probably use in high  
altitude. Switch to high  
altitude mode on? Yes V  
No v  
c When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set  
“High Altitude Mode” on the Installation menu to “On” (see  
page 27).  
c If this message appears on the screen when using the projector at  
normal altitudes, check to see if anything is blocking the  
ventilation holes (exhaust).  
High temp.! Lamp off in 1 The internal temperature is too high.  
min.  
c Turn off the power.  
c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.  
Frequency is out of range! • This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the  
acceptable range of the projector.  
c Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency.  
• The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too  
high.  
c Set the output setting to XGA (VPL-CX20) and SVGA (VPL-  
CS20) (see page 9).  
Please check Input-A  
Signal Sel.  
You have input an RGB signal from the computer when “Input-A  
Signal Sel.” on the Setup menu is set to “Component.”  
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” correctly (see page 29).  
Please replace the Lamp.  
• It is time to replace the lamp.  
c Replace the lamp.  
• When this message appears even after replacing the lamp, the task  
has not been completed.  
c Perform the operation of steps 8 and 9 on page 33.  
Please clean the filter.  
It is time to clean the filter.  
c Clean the filter (see page 34).  
Caution Messages  
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.  
Message  
Meaning and Remedy  
Not applicable!  
You have pressed the wrong key.  
c Press the appropriate key.  
The panel keys are locked! “Panel Key Lock” on the Function menu is set to “On.”  
c All the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked.  
Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander  
(see page 26).  
Auto Focus is disabled! Do “Auto Focus” on the Function menu is set to “Off.”  
you wish to enable? Yes V c To enable the Auto Focus function, set it to “On.”  
No v  
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Message  
Meaning and Remedy  
Lens control is locked! Do “Lens Control” on the Installation menu is set to “Off.”  
you wish to unlock? Yes V c To enable the the LENS (FOCUS, ZOOM) key on the Remote  
No v  
Commander, and the FOCUS and ZOOM keys on the projector,  
set “Lens Control” to “On.”  
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VPL-CS20: 600 horizontal TV  
lines (Video input)  
Specifications  
800 × 600 dots (RGB input)  
1)  
Acceptable computer signals  
fH: 19 to 92 kHz  
fV: 48 to 92 Hz  
(Maximum input signalresolution:  
SXGA+ 1400 × 1050  
fV: 60 Hz  
Optical characteristics  
Projection system  
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection  
system  
1)  
LCD panel  
VPL-CX20: 0.63-inch XGA  
panel, approximately 2,360,000  
pixels (786,432 pixels × 3)  
VPL-CS20: 0.63-inch SVGA  
panel, approximately 1,440,000  
pixels (480,000 pixels × 3)  
1.2 times zoom lens (powered)  
f 18.8 to 22.6 mm/F1.6 to 1.94  
165 W UHP  
Set the resolution and the frequency of the  
signal of the connected computer within the  
range of acceptable preset signals of the  
projector.  
Applicable video signals  
15 k RGB/Component 50/60 Hz,  
Lens  
Progressive component 50/60  
Hz, DTV (480/60I, 575/50I,  
480/60P, 575/50P, 720/60P, 720/  
50P, 1080/60I, 1080/50I),  
Lamp  
Projected picture size (measured diagonally)  
40 to 300 inches  
40 to 150 inches (auto focus  
operation range)  
Composite video, Y/C video  
Monaural speaker system, 40 × 20  
Speaker  
1)  
5
13  
Light output ANSI lumen 2000 lm  
mm (1 /8 × /16 inches)  
(When the Lamp Mode is set to  
“High.”)  
Throwing distance (When placed on the floor.)  
40-inch: 1.2 to 1.4 m  
Speaker output  
1 W (max.)  
Input/Output  
(3.8 to 4.6 feet)  
80-inch: 2.3 to 2.8 m  
(7.6 to 9.4 feet)  
100-inch: 2.9 to 3.6 m  
(9.6 to 11.7 feet)  
150-inch: 4.4 to 5.4 m  
(14.4 to 17.6 feet)  
200-inch: 5.9 to 7.2 m  
(19.4 to 23.6 feet)  
250-inch: 7.3 to 9.0 m  
(23.9 to 29.5 feet)  
300-inch: 8.8 to 10.7 m  
(28.9 to 35.1 feet)  
INPUT A  
HD D-sub15-pin (female)  
Analog RGB/component:  
R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB  
(75 ohms terminated)  
G: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB  
(75 ohms terminated)  
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB  
sync negative  
(75 ohms terminated)  
B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB  
(75 ohms terminated)  
SYNC/HD: Composite sync input:  
TTL level, positive/negative  
Horizontal sync input: TTL level  
Positive/negative VD: Vertical  
sync input: TTL level, positive/  
negative  
There may be a slight difference between the  
actual value and the design value shown above.  
1)  
ANSI lumen is a measuring method described  
in American National Standard IT 7.228.  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
VIDEO: Composite video: 1 Vp-p  
Electrical characteristics  
Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/  
NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/  
PAL60 system, switched  
2 dB sync negative (75 ohms  
terminated)  
S VIDEO: Y/C (luminance): 1  
Vp-p 2 dB sync negative (75  
ohms terminated)  
automatically/manually  
(NTSC4.43 is the color system used  
when playing back a video  
recorded in NTSC on a  
NTSC4.43 system VCR.)  
VPL-CX20: 750 horizontal TV  
lines (Video input)  
C (chrominance): burst  
0.286 Vp-p 2 dB (NTSC)  
(75 ohms terminated),  
burst 0.3 Vp-p 2 dB (PAL)  
(75 ohms terminated)  
AUDIO: rated input 500 mVrms,  
input impedance 47 kilohms  
Resolution  
1,024 × 768 dots (RGB input)  
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Safety regulations  
Pin assignment  
UL60950, cUL (CSA No. 60950), FCC Class B,  
IC Class B, NEMKO (EN60950), CE (LVD,  
EMC), C-Tick  
INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,  
female)  
General  
Dimensions 273 × 52 × 210 mm (10 /4 ×  
3
1
3
2 /8 × 8 /8 inches) (w/h/d)  
(without projecting parts)  
Approx. 1.9 kg (4 lb 3 oz)  
Mass  
Power requirements  
AC 100 to 240 V, 2.2 to 1.0 A, 50/  
60 Hz  
Power consumption  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
R/R-Y  
G/Y  
9
N.C.  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
GND  
B/B-Y  
GND  
GND  
Max. 220 W  
in standby: 0.8 W  
DDC/SDA  
HD/C.Sync  
VD  
GND  
Heat dissipation  
750.7 BTU  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)  
Operating humidity  
35% to 85% (no condensation)  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)  
Storage humidity  
10% to 90%  
Supplied accessories  
GND (R)  
GND (G)  
GND (B)  
DDC/SCL  
Remote Commander (1)  
Lithium battery CR2025 (1)  
HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1)  
(1-791-992-XX)  
A/V connecting adaptor (1)  
(1-830-658-XX)  
Carrying case (1)  
AC power cord (1)  
Operating Instructions (CD-ROM)  
(1)  
Quick Reference Manual (1)  
Safety Regulations (1)  
Security Label (1)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Optional accessories  
Projector Lamp  
LMP-C162(for replacement)  
Signal Cable SMF-402 (HD D-sub 15-pin  
(male) y 3 × phono type  
(male))  
Some of the items may not be available in  
some areas. For details, please consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
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Preset signals  
Memory Preset signal  
No.  
fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync  
SIZE  
1
2
3
4
5
Video 60 Hz  
Video 50 Hz  
480/60i  
60 Hz  
15.734 59.940  
15.625 50.000  
50 Hz  
480/60i  
575/50i  
15.734 59.940 S on G/Y  
15.625 50.000 S on G/Y  
31.470 60.000 S on G/Y  
575/50i  
480/60p  
480/60p  
(Progressive  
component  
6
575/50p  
575/50p  
(Progressive  
component  
31.250 50.000 S on G/Y  
7
1080/60i  
1080/50i  
720/60p  
720/50p  
640 × 350  
1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y  
8
1080/50i  
720/60p  
28.130 50.000 S on G/Y  
45.000 60.000 S on G/Y  
37.500 50.000 S on G/Y  
31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg  
10  
11  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
720/50p  
VGA mode 1  
800  
832  
848  
800  
832  
800  
864  
832  
840  
832  
1024  
1056  
1040  
1056  
1048  
1152  
1344  
1328  
1312  
1376  
VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg  
640 × 400  
PC-9801 Normal  
VGA mode 2  
24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg  
31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos  
VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos  
640 × 480  
VGA mode 3  
Macintosh 13"  
31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg  
35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg  
VGA VESA 72 Hz 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg  
VGA VESA 75 Hz 37.500 75.000 H-neg V-neg  
VGA VESA 85 Hz 43.269 85.008 H-neg V-neg  
SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos  
SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos  
SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos  
SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos  
SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos  
800 × 600  
832 × 624  
Macintosh 16"  
49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg  
1024 × 768  
XGA VESA 60 Hz 48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg  
XGA VESA 70 Hz 56.476 69.955 H-neg V-neg  
XGA VESA 75 Hz 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos  
XGA VESA 85 Hz 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos  
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Memory Preset signal  
No.  
fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync  
SIZE  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49*  
50  
1152 × 864  
SXGA VESA 70 Hz 63.995 70.019 H-pos, V-pos  
SXGA VESA 75 Hz 67.500 75.000 H-pos, V-pos  
SXGA VESA 85 Hz 77.487 85.057 H-pos, V-pos  
1472  
1600  
1568  
1504  
1800  
1728  
1696  
1688  
1476  
1688  
1152 × 900  
Sunmicro LO  
61.795 65.960 H-neg, V-neg  
1280 × 960  
SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos  
SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos  
SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos  
SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos  
SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91.146 85.024 H-pos, V-pos  
1280 × 1024  
1400 × 1050  
SXGA+ 60 Hz  
63.981 60.020 H-neg, V-neg  
Notes  
• When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed  
properly.  
• For the Memory No.49*, the smart APA function and the APA key of the remote commander do  
not active. Make adjustments for the input signal using the Adjust Signal... on the Signal menu.  
• When an SXGA+ signal is input, the image may extend beyond the edges of the screen. In this  
case, input a signal with no black edges around the image, and disconnect and reconnect the cable  
or select the input signal by pressing the INPUT key.  
Warning on power connection  
Use the supplied power cord when you use the projector in your country/region. Otherwise, use  
a proper power cord meeting the following specifications.  
The United Continental UK  
Australia  
Japan  
States,  
Canada  
Europe,  
Korea  
Plug type  
Female end  
Cord type  
YP-11  
YP-21  
SP-61  
B8  
YP-13  
YC-13L  
SPT-2  
YC-13L  
YC-13L  
C7-2  
YC-13L  
H03VVH2-F H03VVH2-F H03VVH2-F VCTFK  
Rated Voltage &  
Current  
10A/125V  
2.5A/250V  
2.5A/250V  
2.5A/250V  
7A/125V  
Safety approval  
UL/CSA  
4.5 m  
VDE  
BS  
SAA  
DENAN  
Cord length (max.)  
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Index  
Location and function of controls  
A
Adjusting  
B
M
Menu  
Message List  
C
D
O
F
P
Power  
G
H
R
I
Reset  
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