Sony VPL-EX4 User Manual

3-100-203-13 (1)Data ProjectorOperating Instructions© 2007 Sony CorporationVPL-ES4VPL-EX4

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 Picture• If you set your computer, such as a notebook computer, to output the signal to both your computer’s

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 PICTURE SETTING MenuDDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer)Selects the mode to play the input video signal according to the material.• Off: Plays back the

27The INPUT SETTING MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuThe INPUT SETTING MenuThe INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal.Items tha

28The INPUT SETTING MenuNote that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching to the wide m

29The SET SETTING MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuThe SET SETTING MenuThe SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector

3WARNINGPlug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin (NEMA 5-15P Configuration)Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wiresLength Minimum 1.5m (4 ft .11in.), Le

30The SET SETTING Menu• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes a black portion around it, t

31The MENU SETTING MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuThe MENU SETTING MenuThe MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays.Setting

32The INSTALL SETTING MenuThe INSTALL SETTING MenuThe INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.If you set “High Altitud

33The INFORMATION MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuThe INFORMATION MenuThe INFORMATION menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizo

34The INFORMATION MenuInput signals and adjustable/setting itemsAdjust Picture... menuz : Adjustable/can be set– : Not adjustable/cannot be setINPUT S

35Replacing the LampMaintenanceB MaintenanceReplacing the LampThe lamp used as a light source is consumable product. Thus replace the lamp with a new

36Replacing the Lamp5 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 repla

37Cleaning the Air FilterMaintenanceCleaning the Air FilterThe air filter should be cleaned every 500 hours. Remove dust from the outside of the venti

38TroubleshootingB OthersTroubleshootingIf the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the follow

39TroubleshootingOthersSoundRemote CommanderColor balance is incorrect. • The picture has not been adjusted properly.c Adjust the picture (see page 25

4Table of ContentsTable of ContentsPrecautions ...5Notes on Installation and Usage ... 6OverviewFeatures .

40TroubleshootingOthersIndicatorsWarning MessagesUse the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.Symptom Cause and Rem

41TroubleshootingOthersCaution MessagesUse the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.Message Meaning and RemedyNot a

42SpecificationsSpecificationsOptical characteristicsProjection system3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection systemLCD panel VPL-ES4: 0.63-inch SVGA panel,

43SpecificationsOthersINPUT B (VPL-EX4 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 terminat

44SpecificationsPin assignmentINPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female)INPUT B connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) (VPL-EX4 only)RS-232C connector (

45SpecificationsOthersPreset 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

46Specifications• When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed properly.• When an SXGA+ signal i

47Installation DiagramOthersInstallation DiagramThis section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk, etc.See the chart on page 4

48Installation DiagramVPL-ES4 Unit: mm (inches)(The above-mentioned numerical values differ from the design values because the values in the table inc

49Installation DiagramOthersThis section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling.When installing the projector on the ceili

5PrecautionsPrecautionsSafety• Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply.• Should any liq

50Installation DiagramVPL-ES4 Unit: mm (inches)(The above-mentioned numerical values differ from the design values because the values in the table inc

51DimensionsOthersDimensionsFrontSideUnit: 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)267 (10 3/4)

52DimensionsTopUnit: mm (inches)308 (12 1/4)267 (10 3/4)

53IndexOthersIndexAAdjust Picture ...25Adjust Signal ...27Air filter ..

54IndexRS-232C connector ...44SScan Converter ...28Screen size ...

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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