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4-444-750-11 (2)
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Projector
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-DX145/DX125
VPL-DW125
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.
© 2012 Sony Corporation
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Table of Contents Overview Network Location and Function of Controls .... 4 Using Network Features ...................28 Main Unit .....................................4 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Connector Panel ........................... 5 Browser ...................................28 Remote Commander and Control Confirming the Information Panel Keys ................................. 5 regarding the Projector ............29 Operating the Projector from a Pr
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USB Media Viewer Using USB Media Viewer ................36 Thumbnail Mode ........................37 Option Menu ...............................37 Display Mode .............................38 Option Menu ...............................38 Slideshow Mode .........................38 Option Menu ...............................39 Others Indicators ..........................................40 Messages List ...................................41 Troubleshooting ...............................42 Replacin
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B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main Unit qk 1 qj 2 qa qh qs 3 5 qd qg 4 qf k Connector panel (page 5) 6 0 l Security bar 7 Connects to a commercially available 8 security chain or wire. m Security lock 9 Connects to an optional security cable manufactured by Kensington. a Focus ring (page 12) For details, visit Kensington’s web site. http://www.kensington.com/ b Zoom ring (page 12) n Control panel keys (page 5) c Lens o Ventilation holes (intake) d Remote control detector p Spea
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Overview Connector Panel 312 7 4 6 3 5 Input (pages 8, 9) Others a INPUT A d LAN connector (page 28) Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector e AC IN ( ∼) socket Audio: Audio input connector Connects the supplied AC power cord. b INPUT B f USB connector (Type A) ( ) Video: HDMI input connector (pages 10, 36) Audio: HDMI input connector g USB connector (Type B) ( ) c VIDEO (page 35) Video: Video input connector Audio: Audio input connector Note The audio inputs of INPUT A and VIDEO are shared. Remot
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c Operating a menu (page 16) Note MENU key *: Use this key when inputting a computer RESET key signal. But it may not be used ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys depending on the resolution of the input RETURN key signal. d Adjusting the image (page 12) f Setting the energy–saving mode easily ASPECT key (page 18) KEYSTONE key (page 14) ECO MODE key Energy-saving mode can be set easily. PATTERN key Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp This function is not available. Mode,” “With No Input,” “With St
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Overview 6 Press the ENTER key. The screen returns to the previous menu. For details on ECO Mode settings, see “Lamp Mode,” “With No Input,” “With Static Signal” and “Standby Mode” on the Connection/Power menu (page 24). Others g Infrared transmitter About remote commander operation � Direct the remote commander toward the remote control detector. � The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can contro
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B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes � Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector. � Use the proper cables for each connection. � Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself. � For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting. � Use a no-resistance audio cable. Co
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Preparation USB connector (Type B) ( ) For connecting to a computer with a USB connector (“Projecting an Image using USB Connection” (page 35)). USB connector USB A-B cable (not (Type A) supplied) Computer Connecting a Video equipment Connections with a DVD player or BD player are explained for each input signal. VIDEO For connecting video equipment with a video output connector. Video cable (not supplied) Video output connector Audio output connector Video equipment Audio cable (Phono plu
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INPUT B For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector. HDMI cable HDMI output (not supplied) connector Video equipment Notes � Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them. � The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal. Connecting a USB memory device USB connector (Type A) ( ) For connecting a USB memory device (“Using USB Media Viewer” (page 36)). USB me
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Projecting/Adjusting an Image B Projecting/Adjusting an Image Projecting an Image The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances and projected image sizes, see “Projection Distance” (page 52). 3 5 4 2 Video equipment Projector 1 6 Wall outlet Computer 1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall 6 When projecting a computer image, outlet. switch your c
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7 Adjust the focus, size and position of the projected image (page 12). Adjusting the Projected image Focus Size (Zoom) Position Zoom ring Foot adjust button Front foot (adjustable) Focus ring Rear feet (adjustable) 12 Projecting an Image
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Projecting/Adjusting an Image Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the foot adjust button/rear feet (adjustable) By changing the tilt of the projector with the foot adjust button/rear feet (adjustable), you can adjust the position of the projected image. 1 Press and hold the foot adjust button, then lift up the front of the projector to adjust the angle. 2 When the desired angle is achieved, release the foot adjust button to lock the position. 3 Set the angle of the projector precisely
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Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) Keystone feature may not work automatically when the screen is tilted. In this case, set keystone manually. 1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation menu. 2 Use the V/v/B/b the keys to set the value. The higher the value, the narrower the top of the projected image. The lower the Increase the number value, the narrower the bottom. towards plus Note Since the Keyst
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Projecting/Adjusting an Image Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key on the unit or the remote commander. The projector starts shutdown and turns off. If you press the ?/1 key within 10 seconds of the message being displayed, shutdown is canceled. 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. To turn off without displaying confirmation message Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds (page 41). ECO gauge This gauge indicates the current effectiveness of the projector’s ECO
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B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU Note The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using. 1 Press the MENU key to display the operations in step 3 and then press the ENTER key to register the setting. menu. To return to the selection screen of the setting items, press the B or RETURN 2 Select the setting menu. key. As an aid to setting or adjusting Use the V/v key to select the setting items, you can press the RESET k
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Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The Picture Menu The Picture is used to adjust the picture for each input signal. Items Item descriptions Picture Mode Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and vivid picture. Standard: Provides an image which is natural and well balanced. *1 Presentation : Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations. Blackboard: Provides an image suitable for displaying on a blackboard. Game: Provides an image suitable for viewing games. Cinema: Prov
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The Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to adjust the size, position and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal. Items Item descriptions *1 Aspect Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 20). VPL-DX145/DX125: 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size When the computer with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3. signal is input 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9. Full 1: Displays the
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Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Items Item descriptions Adjust Signal Adjusts the image of a computer signal. Use this item if the edge of the image is cut, or is not displayed properly. *2 *3 APA Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality when you press the ENTER key (page 6). *2 Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal. Set to the value where looks clearest. *2 Pitch The higher the value, the wider the horizontal image elements (pitch
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Aspect VPL-DX145/DX125 *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect Input signal Recommended setting value and ratio of the original image. projected image *1 4:3 Full1 *2: If you select “4:3,” the image is projected to fit the projected image size, regardless of the aspect ratio of the image. *1 *2 16:9 Full1 *3: Depending on the input signal, the projected image may be projected as *1 *2 16:10 Full1 illustrate
