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WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not For the customers in Canada expose the unit to rain or moisture. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES- 003. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the For the customers in the United Kingdom cabinet.
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AVERTISSEMENT Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie et d’électrocution, ne Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. norme NMB-003 du Canada. Pour éviter tout risque de décharge électrique, ne pas La prise doit être près de l’appareil et facile d’accès.
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Die geforderte Stückprüfung hat ergeben, daß die gemessene Ortsdosis-Leistung unter dem im Prüfungsschein Nr. 6.22-S 1227 der PTB genannten Wert von 0,2 µSv/h liegt. Warning...
Table of Contents Overview Precautions ................ 8 Features ................10 Location and Function of Controls ........ 12 Front ..................12 Rear ..................14 Remote Commander/Control Panel ........16 Projecting Projecting ................. 20 Adjusting the Picture ............23 Adjusting the Size and Shift of the Picture ....24 SIZE Adjustment ..............
On installation • When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, the Sony PSS-70 Projector Suspension Support must be used for installation. Read the installation manual of the PSS-70 carefully, since the ceiling should be reinforced for safety.
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This will minimize the risk of creating an after-image impression. If the CRT burns, it must be replaced. In this case, refer to the warranty provided with this unit. Consult your Sony dealer or Qualified Service Personnel. On repacking Save the original shipping carton and packing material;...
VCRs and video cameras. High resolution and brightness A newly developed 8-inch electromagnetic focus CRT, a hybrid Sony HACC (High-resolution Aspherical and Color Corrected) lens and a wide- range cathode/G1 dual-drive video output circuit are incorporated in the projector to provide a sharp and bright high-quality picture with the high resolution of 1700 ×...
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Illuminated control panel/remote commander keys The key names on the remote commander and the control panel of the projector can be illuminated for easy access in a dark place by pressing the LIGHT button. Overview...
Location and Function of Controls Front How to open the control panel cover 1 Blue lens How to use the adjusters 2 Green lens 3 Red lens 4 Control panel cover The control keys are inside the cover. The locations and functions of the control keys are the same as those of the remote commander.
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Using the handles Pull out the front and rear handles or the side handles. Putting away the handles Push the handle release lever under each handle. The handle is automatically retracted. Overview...
OUT jack (stereo minijack): Connects to the 4 RS-422A REMOTE connector (D-sub 9-pin) CONTROL S IN jack of other Sony equipment. Used to expand the system connections using the RS- Note 422A interface.
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7 INDEX NO. switches When multiple projectors are connected, set the index number of each projector. To display the index number on the screen, press the NORMAL key, and the ENTER key on the remote commander. Note If you set the index number to “00,” the projector does not operate.
Location and Function of Controls Remote Commander/Control Panel The locations and functions of the keys on the remote Note The VOLUME +/– !¢, INPUT SELECT VIDEO, commander are the same as those on the control panel of the projector. (Only the remote commander is SELECT VIDEO/S VIDEO, C and D !¶, AUDIO equipped with the transmission indicator and the MUTING @¡...
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!¡ RESET key 4 RGB SHIFT key Resets the adjusted levels to the factory preset or Enters the shift adjustment mode for the input signal. service adjusted levels. Next adjust the position of the picture using the four arrow keys. The picture shifts in the direction of the !™...
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Location and Function of Controls !¶ INPUT SELECT keys Select the input signal. A: The RGB, component or HDTV signal input from the INPUT A connectors of the projector B: The signal input from the INPUT B section when the optional interface board other than the IFB-40 is installed VIDEO, SELECT VIDEO/S VIDEO, C, D: These keys do not function with this projector.
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Notes on wireless remote control operation Battery installation • Be sure that there is nothing to obstruct the infrared beam between the remote commander and the Push to open the lid. projector. • The operation range is limited. The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the projector, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can control the projector.
Projecting Projecting u STANDBY indicator/ 1, 6 POWER indicator/ Rear remote control detector Control panel (inside the cover) MAIN POWER Front remote control detector LIGHT MUTING STATUS COMMAND POWER AUDIO LCD LENS CONTROL CENT NORMAL ZOOM SHIFT FOCUS SIZE MEMORY MENU MENU key PATTERN...
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Press the POWER ON key on the remote commander or the control panel. The POWER indicator lights in green. A white screen with the message shown below (warming up screen) appears on the screen. Make sure to allow the projector to warm up for 20 minutes after turning it on.
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Projecting To turn the power off, press the POWER OFF key on the remote commander or on the control panel of the projector, then set the MAIN POWER switch on the projector to OFF. Press Turn off the on-screen display the STATUS OFF key.
Adjusting the Picture Adjust the picture for your preference. The adjustment data can be saved in the memory. Adjust with the PICTURE CONTROL +/– keys. BRIGHT Brightness CONTR Picture contrast COLOR Color intensity SHARP Sharpness The adjustment levels are digitally displayed with a range of MIN, 1, 2, ...
Adjusting the Size and Shift of the Picture The size and shift of the input picture can be adjusted to fit the screen. SIZE Adjustment Adjust the picture size if it does not fit the screen. Press the RGB SIZE key. (Use the RGB SIZE key even for the signal other than RGB.) Adjust the picture size with R G B S I Z E A D J...
Notes • When the RGB signal is input, the adjustable range of the vertical shift (V SHIFT) can be set to WIDE or NARROW by pressing the POSITION +/– keys. • When the video signal is input, V SHIFT is automatically fixed to NARROW and the adjustable range of the vertical shift will become narrower than that of the RGB signal.
Centering Adjustment The three colors, red, green and blue must converge for correct projection. If they do not converge, centering adjustment is necessary. Rear remote control detector Control panel (inside the cover) MAIN POWER switch (rear) Front remote control detector POWER ON key LIGHT CENT R key...
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Press the arrow keys to move the red line until the red and green lines converge and become yellow. The red line moves according to the direction of the arrow. Blue Yellow R C E N T A D J R C E N T A D J Yellow H c : 1 2 8...
Adjustments and settings using the menu Using the Menu Use the v or V keys to select a menu, then press The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for the b key or the ENTER key. making various adjustments and settings. The language used in the menu can be changed to The selected menu appears.
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To clear the menu display Make adjustment or setting on the menu. To change the adjustment level Press the MENU key. To increase the level, press the V or b key. The menu display also disappears automatically if no To decrease the level, press the v or B key. key is pressed for about one minute.
The INPUT SELECT Menu The INPUT SELECT menu is used for selecting the INPUT-B input signal. Items that can be selected are highlighted in green. Selects signal input from the connectors on the signal You cannot select the items indicated in white. interface board (not supplied) installed to the INPUT B section.
The PIC CTRL (Picture Control) Menu The PIC CTRL menu is used for adjusting the picture. CONTRAST Items that can be adjusted are highlighted in green. You cannot select the items indicated in white. Adjusts the picture contrast. Page 1 C O N T R A S T : 8 0 V I D E O V I D E O M E M O R Y : O F F...
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The PIC CTRL (Picture Control) Menu SHARP SET UP Adjusts the picture sharpness. Changes the set up level (standard black level) to 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE according to the NTSC source signal. V I D E O S H A R P : 5 0 D .
The INPUT SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input COLOR TEMP (Temperature) signal. Items that can be adjusted are displayed in green. Selects the appropriate color temperature according to You cannot select the items indicated in white. your application and the input source signal.
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The INPUT SETTING Menu V (Vertical) SHIFT COMPONENT FORMAT Selects the format of the component input signal. Sets the adjustable range of the vertical shift of the input signal. I N P U T - A C O L O R T E M P : 6 5 0 0 INPUT SELECT C L A M P : A U T O...
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RGB SHIFT Input signals and adjustable/setting items Adjusts the picture position of the input signal. Input signal Items Video or S Component HDTV RGB R G B S H I F T A D J video (Y/C) * V S H I F T : W I D E COLOR TEMP Y CLAMP...
The SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the PIC. (picture) MUTING default settings of the projector. Items that can be adjusted are highlighted in green. Set to ON to cut off the picture. You cannot select the items indicated in white. When set to ON, “PIC MUTING”...
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LANGUAGE SIRCS RECEIVER Selects the language used in the on-screen displays. Selects the remote control detectors on the front and rear of the projector, if the wireless remote control does not operate correctly due to the influence of a S T A T U S : O E N G L I S H INPUT SELECT...
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The SET SETTING Menu INDEX (Index number) Indicates the index number of the projector set with the INDEX NO. switches on the rear panel. I N P U T - A S C R E E N S E L : 1 INPUT SELECT S I R C S R E C E I V E R :...
The INPUT INFO (Information) Menu The INPUT INFO menu displays the information on SonG (Sync on Green) the current input signal. Indicates the polarity of the sync. on Green. When the I N P U T - A picture is being projected using this type of sync. f H : 3 1 .
The OPTION Menu The INPUT INFO (Information) Menu By default ten basic data are preset in the following The OPTION menu is used when installing the EXB- memory numbers. DS10 Extension Board to the projector. Preset signal I N P U T - A Memory Types of the frequencies...
Installation/connection examples Installation Examples Installation and the preliminary adjustments should be carried out by Qualified Sony Personnel. This projector allows you to project the picture between 60 and 300 inches. Installation/connection examples...
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Installation Examples Installation 2: Ceiling Installation Using Front Projection Flat Screen Use the PSS-70 projector suspension support (not supplied). F’ Rotation axis of the PSS-70 Ceiling 274.8 372 (14 Center of the screen 15.2˚ Center of the green lens Wall E: Horizontal distance between the center of the screen and the center of the green lens Tolerances B: ±5%...
Connection Examples When making connections: Connecting a BNC connector: • Before connecting any cables, make sure that each 2 Twist to the right. piece of equipment to be connected is turned off. • Use cables appropriate for the equipment to be connected.
Using the Signal Interface Switcher When you install the IFB-40 Signal Interface Board (not supplied) to the projector and connect the PC-1271/1271M Signal Interface Switcher (not supplied) to the IFB-40, you can connect easily various input sources. Rear IFB-40 Signal Interface Board (not supplied) REMOTE RS-422A...
Maintenance / Other Troubleshooting If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the following guide. If the problem still persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Symptom Remedy Cause The MAIN POWER switch is turned off.
Specifications Optical characteristics Input/Output INPUT A BNC type (5) Projection system 3 picture tubes, 3 lenses, horizontal Analog RGB/Component: R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB, inline system 75 ohms terminated, positive Picture tube 8-inch high luminance, G: 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms electromagnetic focus tubes, with terminated, positive coolant sealed...
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0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Operating humidity Some items may not be available in certain areas. For 35% to 85% (no condensation) details, please consult your nearest Sony office. Storage temperature –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F) Storage humidity...
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Pin assignment RS-422A connector (D-sub 9-pin, female) Pin No. Signal Ground Receive Transmit Ground Not used Ground Receive Transmit Ground Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Maintenance/Other...
Index Specifications Ajusters 12 Menu Warming up screen 21 INPUT INFO menu 39 Adjusting INPUT MEM. OPTION menu 40 the blanking 25 INPUT SELECT menu 30 the centering 26 INPUT SETTING menu 33 the picture 23 Operation 28 the size/shift of the picture 24 OPTION menu 40 PIC CTRL menu 31 SET SETTING menu 36...