BID SPECIFICATION FOR LCD PROJECTORS

MODEL NUMBER VPL-CX11

INSTRUCTIONS: REMOVE THIS COVER PAGE AND ADD TO REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION AND PROPOSALS. THE OBJECTIVE OF THIS BID SPECIFICATION IS TO ASSIST YOU IN CLEARLY SPECIFYING THE SONY PRODUCT IDENTIFIED ABOVE, AND ENSURING THAT THE BUYER IS WELL INFORMED OF THE HIGH STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE THAT IS TO BE EXPECTED OF A SONY PRODUCT. THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT IS CURRENT AS OF JUNE 2002. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
SONY ELECTRONICS INC. DISPLAY PRODUCTS GROUP 1 SONY DRIVE, MD S3D9 PARK RIDGE, NJ 07656 TEL# (201) 930-1000, FAX# (201) 358-4303

1.0 General Information

The purpose of this information is to provide the specification for a product whose primary purpose is the reproduction of video and / or computer graphics information for one or more viewers. This reproduction of this information is to be accomplished via a projection LCD display. This document provides the minimum specifications for this device. The performance comparison of displays is not only technical in nature, but is also subjective to the user, when viewed in the final display environment. It is recommended that devices meeting the requirements of this specification be compared in the users application and environment, if possible.

2.0 Description

This product shall be classified as a large screen projection LCD display, or graphics projector. This device shall be directly compatible with both video and computer graphics sources, without the use of external devices to provide this compatibility. This device shall employ the use of 0.9-inch active matrix Micro Lens Array LCD panels for optimum display of high-resolution sources. This device shall employ a low profile design that can easily be ceiling mounted using an optional bracket from the device manufacturer or from third parties. Handles shall be an integral part of the device for simplified transport.
3.0 Source Compatibility / Suitability for Application
This device shall be directly compatible with the following sources: NTSC Video (Composite and Y/C) PAL Video (Composite and Y/C) SECAM Video (Composite) Modified NTSC 4.43 (Composite) PAL-M Video (Composite) PAL-N Video (Composite) Component Video (50 and 60 Hz) RGB Video (50 and 60 Hz) 480P (60Hz) 575P (50Hz) 720P (60Hz) VGA Computer Graphics (Modes 1, 2 and 3, 60 - 85 Hz) VESA 800x600 Computer Graphics (56 - 85 Hz) VESA 1024 x 768 Computer Graphics (Hz)
VESA 1152 x 864 Computer Graphics (Hz) SUN 1152 x 900 Computer Graphics (Hz) VESA 1280 x 960 Computer Graphics (Hz) VESA 1280 x 1024 Computer Graphics (Hz) Mac 13 Computer Graphics Mac 16 Computer Graphics Mac 21 Computer Graphics This device shall accept multi-scanning sources, with scan frequencies ranging from 19 to 92 kHz Horizontally, and 48 to 92 Hz Vertically.
4.0 User Interface / Controllability Information
Control of this device shall be accomplished through one of the following methods: Projector control panel Wireless projector remote control USB Computer Control All of these control methods shall be standard to the device, or if considered an optional accessory, shall be included at no additional charge. The projector control panel shall be recessed into the cabinet. The control panel shall activate multi-language on-screen menus, which navigate the operator through setup and configuration of the device. The wireless projector remote control shall operate in the same fashion as the projector control panel, and shall accommodate infrared wireless operation. An infrared extender shall be available from the device manufacturer for operation of the device wirelessly in a rear-screen or cabinet environment. The wireless remote control shall include mouse control. The USB Computer control port shall allow for connection from a USB compatible computer. The device manufacturer shall provide at no charge control and presentation assistance software. The following device functions shall be available for control: Power On / off Input Selection Brightness / Contrast Video Decoder Functions Audio Volume Memory Recall Functions White Balance
Gain / Bias Control Image Sizing Image Positioning Digital Zoom Digital Keystone Correction
5.0 Performance Specifications
This device shall employ the use of 3 0.9-inch polysilicon active matrix LCD panels. These LCDs shall employ high performance micro lens arrays to maximize the light transfer from the lamp to the screen. This device shall include a standard zoom / focus lens system, and other lenses shall be available as options for a variety of short-throw and long-throw applications. This device shall provide a light output of 1500 ANSI lumens, when measured using a 1024 x 768 native resolution signal. This device shall have a minimum RGB resolution of 1024 by 768 pixels and a minimum video resolution of 750 TV lines. This device shall employ the use of a 160 W UHP long life lamp. A lamp life selection switch shall allow the user to further extend the lamp life. This device shall employ the use of an automated pixel alignment system for optimum image quality. This device shall include digital keystone adjustment of up to 15 degrees. This device shall include an on-screen help menu. This device shall include a high performance audio amplifier and speaker system for audio reinforcement.

6.0 Dimensional Information
This device shall have maximum cabinet dimensions of 3 inches high by 11.25 inches wide and 9.88 inches deep. This device shall not weigh more than 7 pounds 4 ounces.
7.0 Connectivity Information
This device shall provide for connection of 2 source devices simultaneously, without employing the use of an external switching device. These connections shall include the following: Composite Video on an RCA (Phono) Connector or Y/C Video on a 4 Pin DIN Connector Audio L/R on a 1/8 (Mini Jack) Connector RGB Computer / Component Video (Separate Sync) on a VGA (HD15) Connector Audio L/R on a 1/8 (Mini Jack) Connector

8.0 Power Requirements

This device shall accept power at 100 to 240 VAC at either 50 or 60 Hz. This device shall consume no more than 230 watts. This device shall emit no more than 784.9 BTU. Power to this device shall be supplied via a detachable standard power cord that is readily available for replacement from local suppliers.
9.0 Safety Compliance Information
This device shall be fully compliant with the following standards: UL1950 cUL950 (CSA No.950) FCC Class B IC Class B NEMKO (EN60 950) CE C-Tick VCCI CCIB JEITA DEN-AN
10.0 Warranty Information
This device shall carry a 2-year manufacturers warranty, with a 90-day lamp warranty. Authorized servicing dealers of the devices manufacturer shall perform warranty service.

VPL-DX15 VPL-DX11 VPL-DX10
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Offering High-quality, Cost-effective Desktop Presentations the VPL-D Series of Data Projectors
Packing high brightness and simple operation into a highly sophisticated, compact body, Sonys VPL-D Series of powerful tabletop projectors offers a great quality-per-cost balance for desktop presentations. The VPL-DX15 and VPL-DX11 provide a high brightness of 3000 lumens, while the VPL-DX10 provides 2500 lumens. This high brightness, coupled with excellent picture quality in XGA (1024 x 768) resolution, allows users to make powerful desktop presentations in virtually any setting and under any lighting conditions. The VPL-DX15 offers a variety of network functions and PC-less operation using a USB memory device making presentations smarter than ever before. Thanks to their light weight of approximately 4 lb 14 oz and 4 lb 11 oz for the VPL-DX15 and VPL-DX11/VPL-DX10, respectively, VPL-D Series projectors can be carried easily from room to room, and are ideal for use in small- to medium-sized presentation rooms, including corporate conference rooms and school classrooms.
VPL-D Series Common Features
High Picture Quality and Bright Images
By combining a new generation of inorganic LCD panels that utilizes Sonys BrightEra technology* with a 3LCD projection system, the VPL-D Series offers high picture quality and brightness. The VPL-DX15 and VPL-DX11 provide 3000 lumens brightness, while the VPL-DX10 provides 2500 lumens brightness, and all of these projectors offer XGA (1024 x 768) resolution. * BrightEra is a brand name for the category of LCD panel that has inorganic alignment
layers and pixels with large aperture ratios.
Compact and Lightweight Design
The VPL-D Series has a compact and lightweight body design, which offers a small footprint of approximately 11 5/8 x 2 29/32 x 8 1/32 inches and a light weight of approximately 4 lb 14 oz and 4 lb 11 oz for the VPL-DX15 and VPLDX11/VPL-DX10, respectively.
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3LCD Projection Offers Amazing Color Performance
The VPL-D Series adopts the 3LCD projection system that uses three LCD panels. This system allows the projectors to present bright and natural images. It provides high light transmission and excellent color reproduction with high color light output*. It also provides smooth gradients in dark areas, and even helps prevent color breakup or the rainbow effect* *. * Color light output is a metric that measures a projectors ability to deliver color. Developed by color scientists using the same approach as light output (brightness) measurement, color light output provides a simple, accurate, and easy-to-understand way to evaluate a projectors color performance. ** The rainbow effect may appear as blurring or the separation of colors. It can only be seen in images projected by 1-chip sequential color projection systems.

Lens Shutter

Each projector in the VPL-D Series comes equipped with a mechanical lens shutter that can mute the projection of images onto the screen. Using the Lens Shutter lever situated on top of the projector, the operator can close the lens shutter and turn the projector screen completely dark useful if there is a pause in the presentation, or the user wants to divert audience attention away from the screen. The lens shutter function is also useful for protecting the projectors lens when not in use and when transporting the unit to a new location.
Simple and Easy-to-use Control Panel
The control panel of each VPL-D Series projector is located on top of the unit, with all the essential controls positioned in a line, allowing users to operate the projector easily. These controls include the Power On/Standby, Input Select, and Menu keys, plus the Zoom and Focus rings, and Lens Shutter lever.
VPL-DX15 Specific Features
A Variety of Network Functions Via LAN Cable or Wirelessly
When the VPL-DX15 is installed in a local area network (LAN), its versatile wireless presentation functions are available to any PC on that network. Installation can be via a LAN cable or wireless connectivity, and there is no need to install any additional network software on the PC.
Lens Shutter lever FOCUS ring ZOOM ring Enter/Arrow key MENU key INPUT key LAMP/COVER indicators I/ (On/Standby) key
Windows Vista Network Projector
With a PC running the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system*, the operator can easily make a wireless network presentation with the VPL-DX15. By selecting the network projector application on the PCs Windows Vista menu, the operator can simply and instantly project the PCs screen display. * Operating systems which can support the Windows Vista network projector function include
Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Business, and Windows Vista Ultimate.

Off & Go

Once a presentation is complete, a VPL-D Series projector can be moved immediately to the next location, simply by turning the projector off and unplugging the AC power cord. There is no need to wait for the fan to turn off.
Short Projection Distance
VPL-D Series projectors come equipped with a short focal-length lens, which makes it possible to project images over a short distance. For example, an 80-inch* image can be projected from a distance of approximately 7.9 feet. * Viewable area, measured diagonally.

Windows Vista PC

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Network File Viewing*
When the VPL-DX15 is connected online, operators can easily access data files stored on a networked PC, and can project those files as displayed on the PC screen even if the PC is in a different location, far away from the presentation room. These files can be selected and projected by the VPL-DX15 simply by manipulating the projectors Remote Commander unit no need to convert them in advance to other file formats, such as a JPEG format. Supported files include Microsoft PowerPoint**, Excel **, and Windows Media video (WMV) and JPEG.
* Operating systems which can support the network file viewing function include Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Ultimate, and Windows Vista Business. * The VPL-DX15 may not fully support all the functions of these applications. * For example, fonts, graphics, and animation effects may not be reproduced correctly. Transmission delays may occur when slides are turned over. These delays may occur when a slide contains a very large photo or a number of graphics, alternatively when a number of photos or graphics are used for the slide design. For details, please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer.

Remote Desktop*

When the VPL-DX15 is connected online, operators can use the remote desktop function, which is supported by major operating systems* By manipulating a *. keyboard and a mouse connected to the projector, operators can remotely control a PC via a network.

* To use the remote desktop function, a USB-based keyboard and a mouse must be connected to the projector through a USB-based hub. * Operating systems which can support the remote desktop function include * Windows XP Professional, Windows Vista Ultimate, and Windows Vista Business.

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Streaming Video Client Function

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The VPL-DX15 provides a streaming video client function. By installing Windows Media Encoder software*, the operator can use any PC as the streaming video server. This enables the VPL-DX15 to project streaming video supplied by the PC* simply by manipulating the *, Remote Commander unit.
* Windows Media Encoder software is available from the Microsoft Download Center. * The VPL-DX15 only accepts streaming video from PCs installed with Windows * Media Encoder.

PowerPoint

Files Available for Network File Viewing
PowerPoint /Excel Software Version JPEG Image Resolution Windows Media Video Resolution Video bit rate (recommended) Frame rate (recommended) Audio bit rate (recommended) Audio Sampling rate (recommended) Microsoft Office 97/2000/XP/2003 Up to pixels Up to pixels (or 720 x 480 pixels) Up to 800 kbps (CBR) Up to 15 fps Up to 64 kbps (CBR) 44.1 kHz (stereo) Windows Media Encoder Software Network

Remote Maintenance

Projector settings such as power ON/OFF can be controlled from a PC via a network. Projector status, such as the projector lamps hours of usage, can also be monitored from the PC via the network. Status information and error reports can be sent to designated recipients as an automatic e-mail notification for proactive maintenance action.
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PC-less Presentation Using a USB Memory Device
By attaching a USB memory device*, such as the Sony Micro Vault Series, to the VPL-DX15 USB connector, the operator can directly project data files stored on the USB memory device no need to convert them in advance to other file formats, such as a JPEG format. This is a very smart and convenient feature, as road warriors no longer need to carry a PC to their presentations. Supported file formats for this function include Microsoft PowerPoint **, Excel**, and WMV and JPEG.

* For available models, please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer. * The VPL-DX15 may not fully support all the functions of these applications. * For example, fonts, graphics, and animation effects may not be reproduced correctly. Transmission delays may occur when slides are turned over. These delays may occur when a slide contains a very large photo or a number of graphics, alternatively when a number of photos or graphics are used for the slide design. For details, please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer.

CONNECTOR PANELS

VPL-DX11/VPL-DX10
Speaker INPUT A (Analog RGB) connector S-Video connector

VIDEO jack AUDIO jack

Files Available for USB File Viewing
PowerPoint /Excel Software Version JPEG Image Resolution Windows Media Video Resolution Video bit rate (recommended) Frame rate (recommended) Audio bit rate (recommended) Audio Sampling rate (recommended) Microsoft Office 97/2000/XP/2003 Up to pixels Up to pixels (or 720 x 480 pixels) Up to 800 kbps (CBR) Up to 15 fps Up to 64 kbps (CBR) 44.1 kHz (stereo)
Speaker INPUT A (Analog RGB) connector S-Video connector VIDEO jack
AUDIO jack USB connector Network connector

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Other Features
Auto Vertical Keystone Adjustment Auto Input Search Ceiling-mountable Design Direct Power On Image Freeze Picture Muting (Image Muting) Audio Muting Digital Zoom (4x) Power-saving Mode High Security
Password-authentication System Control Panel Key Lock Kensington-style Lock Port
11 5/8 (295) 3 21/32 (93) 2 29/32 (74)

LMP-D200

Projector Lamp (for replacement)

PAM-200

DIMENSIONS

Ceiling Mount

8 1/32 (204)

Unit: inches (mm)

1 29/32 (48.7)

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SPECIFICATIONS
VPL-DX15 Optical Projection system LCD panel Projection lens Lamp Color light output Light output Screen coverage Throwing distance 40-inch 60-inch 80-inch 100-inch 120-inch 150-inch 180-inch 200-inch 250-inch 300-inch Signals Color system Resolution Video RGB Acceptable computer signals Acceptable video signals Speaker Speaker output General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Power requirements Power consumption Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Storage humidity Inputs/Outputs Input S-Video input Video input Audio input USB Network Supplied accessories RM-PJ6 Remote Commander Unit (1), Lithium battery (CR2025) for Remote Commander unit (1), HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1), Carrying case (1), AC power cord (1), Security label (1), Operating instructions (CD-ROM) (1), Quick reference manual (1), Safety regulations (1), Warranty Card Analog RGB/Component, HD D-sub 15-pin Y/C, mini DIN 4-pin Composite video, RCA phono jack Stereo mini jack USB type A connector RJ45, IEEE 802.11a/b/g Approx. 11 5/8 x 2 29/32 x 8 1/32 inches (295 x 74 x 204 mm) (excluding projection parts) Approx. 4 lb 14 oz (2.2 kg) AC 100 to 240 V, 3.6 to 1.6 A, 50/60 Hz Max. 320 W, Standby: approx. 10.5 W (standard mode)/3.0 W (low mode) 32 to 95 F (0 to 35 C) 35 to 85 % (no condensation) -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) 10 to 90 % (no condensation) Max. 320 W, Standby: approx. 5.5 W (standard mode)/3.0 W (low mode) Approx. 4 lb 11 oz (2.1 kg) Mono, max. 1 W NTSC 3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60 (automatically/manually selected) 750 TV lines 1024 x 768 pixels fH: 19 to 80 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz (Up to SXGA+ (fV 60Hz)) 15 kHz RGB, component 50/60 Hz, progressive component 50/60 Hz, DTV (480/60i, 480/60p, 575/50i, 575/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i), composite video, S-video (Y/C) 3 LCD panels, 1 lens projection system 0.63-inch XGA panel, 2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) pixels 1.2 times zoom lens, f = 18.63 to 22.36 mm, F 1.65 to 1.W ultra high pressure lamp 3000 lumens (Lamp mode: high) 2400 lumens (Lamp mode: standard) 3000 lumens (Lamp mode: high) 2400 lumens (Lamp mode: standard) 40 to 300 inches (viewable area measured diagonally) Approx. 3.9 to 4.3 feet (1.2 to 1.3 m) Approx. 5.9 to 6.6 feet (1.8 to 2.0 m) Approx. 7.9 to 8.9 feet (2.4 to 2.7 m) Approx. 9.8 to 11.2 feet (3.0 to 3.4 m) Approx. 11.8 to 13.5 feet (3.6 to 4.1 m) Approx. 14.8 to 16.7 feet (4.5 to 5.1 m) Approx. 17.7 to 20.0 feet (5.4 to 6.1 m) Approx. 19.7 to 22.3 feet (6.0 to 6.8 m) Approx. 24.6 to 27.9 feet (7.5 to 8.5 m) Approx. 29.5 to 33.8 feet (9.0 to 10.3 m) 2500 lumens (Lamp mode: high) 2000 lumens (Lamp mode: standard) 2500 lumens (Lamp mode: high) 2000 lumens (Lamp mode: standard) VPL-DX11 VPL-DX10

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