2-634-403-11 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-CX76 VPL-CX70 © 2005 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents Overview About the Supplied Manuals .............. 3 Features .............................................. 4 Location and Function of Controls .... 6 Top/Front/Left Side ...................... 6 Rear/Right Side/Bottom ............... 6 Control Panel ................................ 7 Connector Panel ........................... 8 Remote Commander ..................... 9 Presentation Tool (VPL-CX76 only) ................... 11 Using a MENU .................................
B Overview About the Supplied Manuals For the VPL-CX70, read the Safety Regulations, Quick Reference Manual, and Operating Instructions (for the VPL-CX76/ VPL-CX70). Other manuals on the CDROM and other software applications were not prepared for the VPL-CX70. Also, the Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX86/VPL-CX80 are included on the CD-ROM, but are not used for this unit. On Macintosh system, you can read only the Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX76/ VPL-CX70.
Features High brightness, high picture quality High brightness Adopting Sony's unique optical system that incorporates provides a high-efficiency optical system. It allows the 165 W UHP lamp to give a light output of 2500 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX76), 2000 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX70). High picture quality Three super-high-aperture 0.79-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.
Off & Go feature System expandability using a network (VPL-CX76 only) Overview 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. • Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. • “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Air Shot is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Location and Function of Controls g AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. h Rear remote control detector i Adjusters (hind pad) Top/Front/Left Side Turn the appropriate adjuster to the right or left for minor tilt adjustment of the projected picture. j Ventilation holes (intake)/Lamp cover k Ventilation holes (intake) l Speaker m Security lock Rear/Right Side/Bottom Connects to an optional security cable (from Kensington). Web page address: http://www.kensington.
Control Panel The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power is turned off. For details, see page 18. c INPUT key Overview d TILT adjustment key For details, see “Projecting” on page 15. e MENU key Displays the on-screen menu. Press again to clear the menu. f ENTER/f/F/g/G (Arrow) keys Used to enter the settings of items in the menu system, select a menu, or make various adjustments. g FOCUS +/– keys Adjusts the picture focus. h ZOOM +/– keys Adjusts the picture size.
– Flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly. For details, see page 42. Connector Panel For details, see Operating Instructions for Air Shot (stored on the CD-ROM). d Memory Stick slot (for standard/ Duo size) (VPL-CX76 only) A “Memory Stick” can be inserted here. Never insert an object other than the “Memory Stick” into this slot. Note Open the cover to use the INPUT A or Video input connectors.
this jack to the audio output of the video equipment or the computer. h Video input connector Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically. b MUTING keys Cut off the picture and sound. • PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again to restore the picture. • AUDIO: Press to temporarily cut off the audio output from the speaker. Press again, or press the VOLUME + key to restore the sound. Overview Connects to external video equipment such as a VCR.
h Mouse-emulation keys These keys function as the mouse buttons of a computer only when the projector is connected to a computer using the USB cable. For details, see “Controlling the Computer Using the Supplied Remote Commander (When Using the USB Cable)” on page 22. i ENTER key j FUNCTION 1, 2, 3 keys The FUNCTION 1 and 2 keys do not work on this unit. The auto focus function works when the FUNCTION 3 key is pressed. s PJ NETWORK (Projector/ Network) selector switch Normally, set to “PJ.
Presentation Tool (VPL-CX76 only) To install the batteries Overview You can use a laser pointer or control a presentation file made using Microsoft PowerPoint when projecting a picture using the Air Shot feature. language of the operating system (OS) of your computer. Open the cover (b) with a coin (a) and remove the battery case (c). Install the two size AAA (R03) batteries with the correct polarity. Notes on the laser beam • Do not look into the laser transmitter. • Do not aim the laser at people.
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 (3.9) 2.4 (7.9) 3.0 (9.8) 4.5 (14.8) 6.0 (19.7) 7.5 (24.6) 9.0 (29.5) Maximum Distance 1.4 (4.6) 2.7 (8.9) 3.4 (11.2) 5.2 (17.1) 6.9 (22.6) 8.7 (28.5) 10.4 (34.
Connecting the Projector To connect a computer Left side When you connect the projector, make sure to: INPUT A AUDIO • 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.
appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor. 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 connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Projecting Left side ON/STANDBY indicator Projecting the Picture Rear remote control detector to audio output (L) to audio output (R) to video GBR/ component output VCR A SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied) HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack B Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) Notes • Set the aspect ratio using “Wide Mode” on the INPUT SETTING menu according to the input signal.
Notes Notes • The projection size that can be adjusted with the automatic focus adjustment is from 40-inch up to 150inch. However, it may not be perfectly adjusted depending on the brightness of the room, the state of the screen, or the use of the Side Shot. In this case, adjust it manually in step 8 on page 17. • When the projector is turned on, the Startup screen is projected (VPLCX76 only).
menu and adjust the tilt using the M/m/
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 lens protector closes and 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.
B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language 3 Press the MENU key. The menu appears. The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button. 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: ON/STANDBY indicator 4 The selected menu appears. Front remote control detector 1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the projector.
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.
Enter the password on this screen. 4 The security lock is set to on, then it becomes effective. The screen used for entering the password is displayed when the power is turned on the next time. Enter new password key. Power-on cannot be performed without the password. Use: 3 Cancel: Other key Enter the password again to confirm. Re-enter new password key. Security certification When the password screen is displayed, enter the password that was set.
Other Functions Controlling the Computer Using the Supplied Remote Commander (When Using the USB Cable) When you connect a computer to the projector using the USB cable, you can control the mouse of the computer using the Remote Commander. The R/L CLICK keys and joystick function as follows. Key and joystick Function R CLICK (front) Right button L CLICK (rear) Left button Joystick Corresponds to the movements of the mouse For details, see “To connect a computer” on page 13.
Effective Tools for Your Presentation Use the arrow key (M/m/
B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu 2 Using a MENU Use the M or m key to select a menu, then press the , or ENTER key. The selected menu appears. The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. 3 Select an item. Use the M or m key to select the item, then press the , or ENTER key. The setting items are displayed in a popup menu or in a sub menu.
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 then press the RESET key on the Remote Commander. “Complete!” appears on the screen and the setting of the item that you have selected is factory preset values. Items that can be reset are: • “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue” and “Sharpness” on the “Adjust Picture...” menu.
The PICTURE SETTING Menu The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume. Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals. For details, see “Input signals and adjustable/setting items” on page 35. PICTURE SETTING S t a n d a rd Vo l u m e : 30 PICTURE SETTING ADJUST PICTURE Contrast: Brightness: Gamma Mode: C o l o r Te m p . : Input-A S t a n d a rd 80 50 Graphics High Setting items Functions Picture Mode Selects the picture mode.
The INPUT SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal. Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals. For details, see “Input signals and adjustable/setting items” on page 35. When the video signal is input Functions Initial setting 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.
Setting items Shift Scan Converter Functions Initial setting Set according to Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts the 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.
The SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. SET SETTING S m a r t A PA : Auto Input Search: Input-A Signal Sel.: Input-B Select: Color System: Pow e r S av i n g : IR Receiver: Illumination: Pa n e l Key L o ck : Input-A On Off Computer Air Shot Au t o Off F ro n t & R e a r On Off Functions Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” on the INPUT SETTING menu for the input signal from a computer.
Setting items Functions Power Saving 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. Initial setting IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the front and rear of the projector.
The MENU SETTING Menu The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays. Functions Initial setting Status (on-screen display) Sets up the on-screen display. 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. On Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
The INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. INSTALL SETTING Input-A Tilt... V Key s t o n e : Au t o Side Shot: 0 Au t o F o c u s : On I m ag e F l i p : Off B a ck g ro u n d : Blue Te s t Pa t t e r n : Off Lamp Mode: S t a n d a rd L e n s C o n t ro l : On High Altitude Mode: O f f S e c u r i t y L o ck : Off 32 Setting items Functions Tilt... Adjusts the position (height) of the projected picture.
Setting items Functions Lens Control 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. Initial setting High Altitude Mode Set to “On” when the projector is used at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher. 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.
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 INFORMATION VPL-CX76 fH: fV: Lamp Timer: Input A Serial No. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 48,47kHz 60,00Hz No.23 1024x768 2 H 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.
Input signals and adjustable/setting items Adjust Picture... menu Item Input signal Video or SVideo (Y/C) Component Video GBR Computer B&W Air Shot or “Memory Stick”*2 z z z z z z Contrast z z z z z z Brightness z z z z z z Color z z z – – – z z z – – – Picture Mode Adjust Picture... Hue (NTSC 3.58/ 4.43 only) Sharpness z z z – z – Gamma Mode – – z*1 z – z Color Temp.
B Maintenance Note Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as a light source is 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 • The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up The lamp life varies depending on conditions of use. Use an LMP-C161 Projector Lamp as the replacement lamp. Use of any other lamps than the LMP-C161 may cause damage to the projector.
5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is securely in place (a). Tighten the two screws (b). Fold down the handle to replace it (c). 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.
Cleaning the Air Filter 4 Remove the air filter. Claws 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. 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 (8 positions) on the air filter covers and replace the cover.
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 60 seconds before turning on the power (see page 18). • The lamp cover is not secured. c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 37).
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 computer 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 SET SETTING menu is incorrect. c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly according to the input signal (see page 29).
Sound 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 13). • The audio connecting cable used is incorrect. c Use a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 13). • The sound is muted. c Press the AUDIO MUTING key to release audio muting (see page 9). • The sound is not adjusted properly.
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 pages 37 and 38). • The lens protector did not open due to a problem. c In case of emergency, slide the lens protector open by hand, and then press the ?/1 key. If this problem occurs again, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • The electrical system may have broken down. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Message Meaning and Remedy 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 (see page 13). Please check Input-A Signal Sel. You have input an RGB signal from the computer when “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the SET SETTING menu is set to “Component.
Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel 0.79-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (786,432 pixels × 3) Lens 1.2 times zoom lens (powered) f 23.5 to 28.2 mm/F1.6 to 1.78 Lamp 165 W UHP Projected picture size 40 to 300 inches (measured diagonally) Light output ANSI lumen1) 2500 lm (VPLCX76) ANSI lumen1) 2000 lm (VPLCX70) (When the Lamp Mode is set to “High.”) Throwing distance (When placed on the floor.
high impedance, positive/ negative AUDIO Stereo minijack, 500 mVrms, input impedance 47 kilohms USB Up (female) × 1 Wireless LAN card slot (VPL-CX76 only) ×1 “Memory Stick” slot (VPL-CX76 only) ×1 Safety regulations UL60950, cUL (CSA No. 60950), FCC Class B, IC Class B, DEMKO (EN60950), CE (LVD, EMC), C-Tick Laser (VPL-CX76 only) Laser type Wavelength Output Class 2 640 nm - 660 nm 1 mW General Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Preset signals Memory Preset signal No. 60 Hz 15.734 Sync 1 Video 60 Hz 2 Video 50 Hz 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 3 480/60i 480/60i 15.734 59.940 S on G/Y or Composite Sync 4 575/50i 575/50i 15.625 50.000 S on G/Y or Composite Sync 5 1080/60i 1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y 6 640 × 350 VGA mode 1 31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg 7 SIZE 59.940 800 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg 832 PC-9801 Normal 24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg 848 9 VGA mode 2 31.469 70.
Memory Preset signal No. 32 1280 × 960 33 *1 34 1280 × 1024 fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 1800 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1728 SXGA VESA 43 Hz 46.433 86.872 H-pos, V-pos 1696 35 SGI-5 53.316 50.062 S on G 1680 36 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 1696 37 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos 1688 1476 38*2 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91.146 85.024 H-pos, V-pos 43 480/60p 480/60p (Progressive component 31.
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 States, Canada 48 Continental Europe, Korea UK Australia Japan Plug type YP-11 YP-21 SP-61 B8 YP-13 Female end YC-13L YC-13L YC-13L C7-2 YC-13L Cord type SPT-2 H03VVH2-F H03VVH2-F H03VVH2-F VCTFK Rated Voltage & Current 10A/125V 2.5A/250V 2.5A/250V 2.
“Side Shot” and “V Keystone” Adjustments With “Side Shot” (horizontal keystone adjustment) provided for the projector, you can project the picture from the side of the screen. When projecting with “Side Shot” adjustment only, you can adjust the horizontal distortion of the screen to the maximum using “Side Shot.” When projecting with both “Side Shot” and “V Keystone” (vertical keystone adjustment), you can adjust the vertical ( ) and horizontal ( ) distortion of the screen.
Input signals a b Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 575/50p a=0 0 +/–20 a≠0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–11 b=0 +/–30 0 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 540/60p a=0 0 +/–16 720/60p, 720/50p PC, Air Shot (VPL-CX76 only), “Memory Stick” (VPL-CX76 only) a≠0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–11 b=0 +/–30 0 a=0 0 +/–16 a≠0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–7 b=0 +/–30 0 a=0 0 +/–14 a≠0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–7 b=0 +/–30 0 Notes • If “V Keystone” is set to “Auto,” the “Side Shot” adjustment area may be narrow.
Dimensions Front 298 (11 3/4) 75.7 (3) 38.7 (1 9/16) 69 (2 3/4) 73.3 (3) Center of the lens Center of the projector Left side 69 (2 3/4) 243.5 (9 5/8) Top INPUT TILT MENU PUSH ENTER 243.
Index A Adjusting memory of the settings ........................ 25 the picture ............................................ 26 the picture size/shift ...................... 27, 28 Air filter ................................................... 38 Auto Focus .............................................. 32 Auto Input Search ................................... 29 B Background ............................................. 32 Batteries ............................................ 10, 11 Brightness ..........
R Remote Commander ..................................9 front remote control detector .................6 location and function of controls ...........9 rear remote control detector ...................6 Reset resettable items ....................................25 resetting an item ..................................25 S Scan Converter ........................................28 Screen size .........................................12, 44 Security Lock ..........................................33 Sharpness ....
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