Sony VPL-ES7 Operating Instructions
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4-135-541-11 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. VPL-EX70 VPL-EX7 VPL-ES7 © 2009 Sony Corporation - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug. with the instructions, may approved in this manual could void your Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-EX70,VPL-EX7, VPL-ES7 Responsible Party: Sony - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
above Power Cord /Appliance Connector /Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel. For the customers in Europe The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, contains perchlorate. Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
Remote Commander 15 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 17 Connecting the Projector 18 Connecting a Computer 18 Connecting a VCR 19 Projecting 20 Turning Off the Power Replacing the Lamp 40 Cleaning the Air Filter 42 Others Troubleshooting 43 Messages List 45 Specifications 47 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
with the voltage of your local power supply. If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any liquid or to direct lighting or sunlight. • Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is recommended. Use a cover over fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the contrast ratio. • - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
LCD data projectors, they may generate color distinctions because each projector has its own color balance even if the projectors are the same models to blockage of ventilation holes, the temperature sensor will function, and the power will be turned off automatically. • Leave space of more than 30 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
through the filter may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the unit. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. Unsuitable Conditions Do not use the projector under the following conditions. Do not stand the unit upright on one side Avoid using the unit standing upright on its side - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
bar for transporting or installation Usage at High Altitude When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, turn on "High in the carrying case, disconnect the AC power cord and all other connecting cables or cards, and store the supplied accessories in a pocket of the carrying - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
for video input. VPL-ES7:Three super-high-aperture 0.63inch SVGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 500 horizontal TV lines for video input. Direct Power On/Power Off function The AC power for the entire - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
Location and Function of Controls Top/Right Side/Front 4 1 2 5 3 6 Rear/Bottom qa qs qd qf qg qh 7 8 9 0 10 Location and Function of Controls - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
exhaust) b Lens Remove the lens cover before projection. c Front remote control detector d Control panel For details, see "Control Panel" fore pad) i Lamp cover j Adjuster k Connector Panel For details, see "Connector Panel" on page 14. l AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. m Adjuster - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
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 adjustments. d LAMP/COVER indicators Flashes in orange under the following conditions: • A repetition rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover or air - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Overview For detail, see page 45. e MENU key Displays the on-screen menu. Press again to clear the menu. f PIC MUTING key Cuts off the picture. Press again to restore the picture. Location and Function of Controls 13 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
Connector Panel VPL-EX70 1 2 3 4 56 VPL-EX7 1 2 3 56 VPL-ES7 1 32 5 a VIDEO IN connector HD D-sub 15-pin, female): 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 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
A is selected, the output audio is the signal input to AUDIO INPUT. f REMOTE RS-232C connector (Dsub 9-pin female) (VPL-EX70/ EX7 only) Connects to the connector of the computer when you operate the projector from the computer. Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as those on the - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Commander operation • Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the projector. Aim the Remote Commander at the front of the remote control detector or the screen. • The operation range is limited. The shorter the distance - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
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 Projecting the Picture Distance between the screen and the center of the lens * Adjuster not stretched, and the V - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
For more information, refer to the computer's instruction manual. To connect a computer Rear side VPL-EX70 to monitor output Computer to audio input 18 Connecting the Projector 1 HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) 2 Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) Notes - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
cable.) 2 Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Rear side VPL-EX70 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 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
Video t S-Video (VPL-EX70 only) 4 power cord into a wall outlet, and connect all equipment, then remove the lens cover. The ?/1 key lights in red and the projector feature is effective for the input analog signal from a computer only. 5 Switch the equipment connected to output to the projector - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
the screen angle. In this case, adjust it manually. Press the KEYSTONE key to "V Keystone" displays projector or do not drag it hard with the adjuster out. It may cause malfunction. 7 Adjust the trapezoidal distortion ( ) of the picture. (VPL-EX7/ ES7 only) Press the KEYSTONE key on the Remote - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
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 light up the ?/1 key again with the ?/1 key. 3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops running and the ?/1 key lights in red. (Except - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
USB MENU APA ENTER RESET KEYSTONE AUTO FOCUS LENS /TILT PIC MUTING D ZOOM VOLUME FREEZE AUDIO MUTING 1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the projector. 3 Press the MENU key. The menu appears. 5 Press the v or V key to select "Language," then press the B or - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
displayed, enter the password that was set. If you fail to enter the correct password after three times, the projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to turn off the power. To cancel the security lock 1 Press the MENU key, then turn off the "Security Lock" setting on the - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
service center because you have forgotten the password, you will need to be able to verify the projector power for the entire system on and off, set the direct power on function to "On." You can turn the power on/off without pressing the power key on the projector Remote Commander. The digital zoom - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
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 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
menu, then press the B or ENTER key. The selected menu appears. The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. Display .: Component Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off Panel Key Lock: Off CC Display: Off Lamp Timer Reset Sub menu Menu - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
you want to reset, and then press the RESET key on the Remote Commander. "Complete!" appears on the screen and the setting of the INPUT SETTING 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 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
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 39. PICTURE SETTING Picture Mode Standard Adjust Picture... - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
video picture of the interlace format converting to progressive. • Film: Plays back a smooth picture in a software of 2- 2, 2-3 pull-down type like a movie. When other than the software of 2-2, 2-3 pull-down type is played back, it is automatically switched to "Progressive". Volume Adjusts - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
Setting items Adjust Signal... Dot Phase H Size Shift Aspect (When the video signal is input) 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 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
matching one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD. The picture will be clear but the picture size will be projector has 45 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 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
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/Input-B (VPL-EX70 only)/Video/S-Video. It indicates the input channel when the power is turned on or the INPUT key is pressed - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
power again. • Off: The projector does not go into Power Saving mode. Locks all the control panel keys on the top panel of the Off projector so that the projector can be operated only with the Remote replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. when you adjust the picture manually. • If the input - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
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. Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays. The languages available are: English, Nederlands, Fran - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
projector. INSTALL SETTING V Keystone: Auto Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Direct Power (VPL-EX7/ES7 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using the v/V/b/B keys on the Remote Commander - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
an altitude of under 1,500 m, the reliability of the lamp may be reduced. Notes on VPL-EX70 • The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the key on the control panel or the remote commander, and change the value. The setting mode will be temporarily changed to "Manual" from "Auto". If you want - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
and vertical frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp. INFORMATION VPL-EX70 fH: fV: Lamp Timer: Input A Serial No. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 48,47kHz 60,00Hz No.23 1024x768 2 H Model name Serial number Memory number of an input signal Signal type Setting items fH fV - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Input signals and adjustable/setting items Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal as indicated in the following tables. The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu. PICTURE SETTING menu Item Picture - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
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. 1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet. Note When replacing the lamp after using the projector, wait for at least an hour for the - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
and tighten the screw. 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 ?/1 key lights in red. 9 Press the ?/1 key to turn the projector on. 10Press the MENU key, and then select the SET - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
air filter will vary depending on the environment or how the projector is used. When it becomes difficult to remove the dust from the filter with a vacuum cleaner, remove the air filter and wash it. 1 Turn the power off and unplug the power cord. 2 Draw out the air filter cover and remove it - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
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 on the LCD panel. - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
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 SVGA (VPL-ES7) or XGA (VPLEX70/EX7) (see page 18). The picture flickers. "Dot Phase - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
after the :/1 key stops flashing, plug the power cord to the wall outlet, and then turn the projector on again. If the ON/STANDBY flashes in red and the problem persists, the electrical system has failed. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Others Messages List Warning Messages Use the - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
panel keys are locked! "Panel Key Lock" on the SET SETTING 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 34). 46 Troubleshooting - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel VPL-EX70/EX7: 0.63-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) VPL-ES7: 0.63-inch SVGA of acceptable preset signals of the projector. Applicable video signals 15 k RGB - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
humidity 10% to 90% Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) 48 Specifications HD D-sub 15 pin cable (1.8 m) (1) (1-832-428-11, SONY) Carrying case (1) AC power cord (1) Lens cap (1) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
3 TXDA 4 DTR 5 GND INPUT B connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) (VPL-EX70 only) 6 NC 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 NC 1 R 9 Power supply input for DDC 2 G 10 GND 3 B 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) Others Specifications 49 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
56 Hz SVGA VESA 60 Hz SVGA VESA 72 Hz SVGA VESA 75 Hz SVGA VESA 85 Hz Macintosh 16" XGA VESA 60 Hz XGA VESA 70 Hz XGA VESA 75 Hz XGA VESA 85 Hz SXGA VESA 70 Hz SXGA VESA 75 Hz SXGA VESA 85 Hz Sunmicro LO 50 Specifications fH (kHz) fV - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
signal is different from the panel resolution, the input signal is not displayed in its own resolution, and letters or lines may be uneven. Others Specifications 51 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone function has been done. Unit: mm (inches) This section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk, etc. See the chart on page 53 concerning the installation measurements. The alphabetical letters in the illustration indicate the distances - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
and the center of the lens b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens c: distance between the floor and the adjusters of the projector x: free N: minimum M: maximum Others Installation Diagram 53 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
and the hole for mounting a projector suspension support (front) Unit: mm (inches) This section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling. When installing the projector on the ceiling, use a Projector Suspension Support recommended by Sony. For ceiling installation, ask - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
(inches) a': distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the center of the screen b: distance between the projector suspension support mounting surface on bottom of this projector and the ceiling x: distance between the center - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
Dimensions Front 314 (12 3/8) 69.5 (2 5/8) 72.2 (2 7/8) 109 (4 3/8) Side Center of the projector 269 (10 5/8) Unit: mm (inches) 109 (4 3/8) 56 Dimensions Unit: mm (inches) - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
Top 269 (10 5/8) 314 (12 3/8) Unit: mm (inches) Others Dimensions 57 - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
unsuitable conditions 7 unsuitable installation 6 L Lamp Mode 36 Lamp replacement 40 Lamp Timer 38 Lamp Timer Reset 34 Language 35 selecting the assignment 49 Power turn on 20 Power Saving 34 Presentation 25 Preset Memory No 32 Projecting 20 R Remote Commander 15 front remote control - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
28 RS-232C connector 49 S Screen size 17 Security bar 11 Security Lock 24, 36 Security lock 11 Sharpness 29 Shift 31 Smart APA 33 Specifications 47 Start Up Image 35 Status 35 Supplied accessories 48 T Troubleshooting 43 V V Keystone 36 Volume 30 Index 59 Others - Sony VPL-ES7 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
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Projector
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
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