2-672-629-13 (1)Data ProjectorOperating Instructions© 2006 Sony CorporationVPL-ES3VPL-EX3
10Location and Function of Controlsa ?/1 (On/Standby) keyTurns on the projector when the projector is in standby mode. The ON/STANDBY indicator around
11Location and Function of ControlsOverviewa VIDEO INPUT connector• S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin): Connects to the S video output (Y/C video output) of vid
12Location and Function of Controlsc KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) keyAdjusts the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the image. Pressi
13Installing the ProjectorProjecting the PictureB Projecting the PictureInstalling the ProjectorThe distance between the lens and the screen varies de
14Connecting the ProjectorConnecting the ProjectorWhen you connect the projector, make sure to:• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
15Connecting the ProjectorProjecting the Picturecomputer’s display and the external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may not appear proper
16ProjectingTo connect to a video GBR/Component output connector1 Signal Cable (not supplied)HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack 2 Stereo audio co
17ProjectingProjecting the Picture4 Press the INPUT key to select the input source.Each time you press the key, the input signal switches as follows:S
18Turning Off the Power8 Adjust the size of the picture and the focus.Adjust the picture size using the Zoom ring and adjust the picture focus using t
19Selecting the Menu LanguageConvenient FunctionsB Convenient FunctionsSelecting the Menu LanguageYou can select one of fifteen languages for displayi
2WARNINGWARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open t
20Security LockSecurity LockThe projector is equipped with a security lock function. When you turn the power of the projector on, you are required to
21Effective Tools for Your PresentationConvenient Functions2 Enter the password.Enter the password that was set.If you call the customer service cente
22Effective Tools for Your PresentationUse the arrow key (v/V/b/B) to scroll the enlarged image.To return the image to its original sizePress the D ZO
23Using a MENUAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuB Adjustments and Settings Using a MenuUsing a MENUThe projector is equipped with an on-screen menu
24Using a MENUTo clear the menuPress the MENU key. The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute.To reset items that have b
25The PICTURE SETTING MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuThe PICTURE SETTING MenuThe PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture or v
26The INPUT SETTING MenuThe INPUT SETTING MenuThe INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal.Items that can be adjusted or set depend on t
27The INPUT SETTING MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuNote that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the origin
28The SET SETTING MenuThe SET SETTING MenuThe SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.Setting items Functions Initial sett
29The SET SETTING MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image
3WARNINGDO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin (NEMA 5-15P Configuration)Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wiresLengt
30The MENU SETTING MenuThe MENU SETTING MenuThe MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays.Setting items Functions Initial settingStatus
31The INSTALL SETTING MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuThe INSTALL SETTING MenuThe INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of t
32The INFORMATION MenuThe INFORMATION MenuThe INFORMATION menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the
33The INFORMATION MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuInput signals and adjustable/setting itemsAdjust Picture... menuz : Adjustable/can be set–
34Replacing the LampB MaintenanceReplacing the LampThe lamp used as a light source is consumable product. Thus replace the lamp with a new one in the
35Replacing the LampMaintenance5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is securely in place (a). Tighten the two screws (b). Fold down the hand
36Cleaning the Air FilterCleaning the Air FilterThe air filter should be cleaned every 500 hours. Remove dust from the outside of the ventilation hole
37TroubleshootingOthersB OthersTroubleshootingIf the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the
38TroubleshootingSoundRemote CommanderColor balance is incorrect. • The picture has not been adjusted properly.c Adjust the picture (see page 25).• Th
39TroubleshootingOthersOthersIndicatorsWarning MessagesUse the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.Symptom Cause a
4Table of ContentsTable of ContentsPrecautions ...5Notes on Installation and Usage ... 6OverviewFeatures .
40TroubleshootingCaution MessagesUse the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.Message Meaning and RemedyNot applica
41SpecificationsOthersSpecificationsOptical characteristicsProjection system3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection systemLCD panel VPL-ES3: 0.63-inch SVGA p
42SpecificationsINPUT B (VPL-EX3 only)HD D-sub15-pin (female)Analog RGB:R: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated)G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB(75 ohms terminated)G w
43SpecificationsOthersRS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin, female)5 GND 13 HD/C.Sync6 GND (R) 14 VD7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL8 GND (B)1DCD 6DSR2RXDA 7RTS3TXDA 8C
44SpecificationsPreset signalsMemory No.Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync1 Video 60 Hz 60 Hz 15.734 59.940 –2 Video 50 Hz 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 –3 480
45SpecificationsOthers• When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed properly.• For the Memory N
46Installation DiagramInstallation DiagramThis section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk, etc.See the chart on page 47 conc
47Installation DiagramOthers(The above-mentioned numerical values differ from the design values because the values in the table include a tolerance.)a
48Installation DiagramThis section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling.When installing the projector on the ceiling, us
49Installation DiagramOthers(The above-mentioned numerical values differ from the design values because the values in the table include a tolerance.)a
5PrecautionsPrecautionsSafety• Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply.• Should any liq
50DimensionsDimensionsFrontSideTopUnit: mm (inches)Center of the lens Center of the projector98 (3 7/8)308 (12 1/4)83 (3 3/8)57 (2 1/4)252 (10)98 (3 7
51IndexOthersIndexAAdjustingmemory of the settings ...24the picture ...25the picture s
52IndexSScan Converter ...27Screen size ... 13, 41Security Lock ...
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6Notes on Installation and UsageNotes on Installation and UsageDo not install the projector in the following situations. Installation is these situati
7Notes on Installation and UsageVery dusty, extremely smoky locationsAvoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment. Otherwi
8FeaturesB OverviewFeaturesHigh brightness, high picture qualityHigh brightnessAdopting Sony's unique optical system that provides a high-efficie
9Location and Function of ControlsOverviewLocation and Function of Controlsa Control panelFor details, see “Control Panel” on page 10.b Zoom ringAdjus
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