VPL-E Series

Affordable Compact Projectors
VPL-EW5 VPL-EX70 VPL-EX7 VPL-ES7

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Bright, Stylish, and Easy to Use The Affordable VPL-E Series of Data Projectors is an Excellent Choice for Both Education and Business
Sonys VPL-E Series data projectors are extremely affordable and ideal for a number of applications, especially in education and business. These projectors are not only stylish, but they also provide a high brightness of 2600 lumens (VPL-EX70) and 2000 lumens (VPL-EW5/EX7/ES7). Capable of projecting high-quality images, the VPL-EX70 and VPL-EX7 offer native XGA resolution, while the VPL-ES7 offers SVGA resolution. If widescreen projection is desired, the VPL-EW5 offers WXGA resolution. These projectors come equipped with a short focal-length lens enabling large-screen projection from a very short distance. Because these projectors were designed primarily for education and business, they are very easy to use and provide security features such as a password authentication system and a security bar. In addition, they offer a variety of interfaces such as a monitor output, audio output, RS-232C for control (VPL-EW5/EX7/EX70 only), and High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) for digital video projection (VPL-EW5 only). All of these features combine to make the VPL-E Series ideal for both classrooms and conference rooms.

FEATURES

High Picture Quality and Bright Images
By combining a new generation of inorganic LCD panels that utilize Sonys BrightEra technology* with a 3LCD projection system, the VPL-EW5 and VPL-EX70 offer high picture quality and brightness. The VPL-EW5, VPL-EX7, and VPL-ES7 offer native WXGA (1280 x 768), XGA (1024 x 768), and SVGA (800 x 600), respectively, and a brightness of 2000 lumens. And the VPL-EX70 offers native XGA resolution and a higher brightness of 2600 lumens. * BrightEra is a brand name for the category of

LCD panel of the VPL-EW5

LCD panels that have pixels with large aperture ratios and that adopt inorganic alignment layers.
Short Projection Distance
The VPL-E Series projectors come equipped with a short focallength lens, which makes it possible to project images from a short distance. For example, an 80-inch* image can be projected from a distance of approximately 7.5 feet (2.3 meters) and 8.2 feet (2.5 meters) by the VPL-EX70/EX7/ES7 and VPL-EW5, respectively. * Viewable area measured diagonally.

Off & Go

Once a presentation is complete, the VPL-E Series can be moved to the next location immediately by simply turning the projector off and unplugging the AC power cord. There is no need to wait for the fan to turn off.
3LCD Projection Offers Amazing Color Performance
The VPL-E Series adopts the 3LCD projection system that uses three LCD panels. This system allows the projector 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.

High Security (Control Panel Key Lock, Password Authentication System, Security Bar, and Kensington Lock)
Both a control panel key lock and a password authentication system are available in the VPL-E Series to help prevent unauthorized use of the projector. Also, a built-in security bar or Kensington lock can be used to help prevent theft.
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.

Unique Body Design

The VPL-E Series adopts a unique design with a body shape that broadens towards the front. In addition, the VPL-E Series projects images upwards on the screen and therefore requires minimal tilt adjustment.

Other Features

(VPL-EW5/EX70 only)

Remote Commander unit

Input Flexibility (Multiscan Converter)
The VPL-E Series accepts a wide variety of video input signals from standard denition (SD) to high denition (HD). These include composite, S-Video (Y/C), and analog RGB/ component via the HD D-sub 15-pin interface, and digital video via the HDMI, (VPL-EW5 only). In addition, the unit can accept computer signals from VGA up to SXGA+ (1400 x 1050).
* Requires an optional ceiling-mount kit.

ofces for details.

Please contact your local Sony sales

DIMENSIONS

CONNECTOR PANELS
10 5/8 (269) 12 3/8 (314) 12 3/8 (314) 2 5/8 (69.5)

10 5/8 (269)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CONTROL PANEL

LMP-E190
Replacement Lamp for VPL-EW5

LMP-E191

Replacement Lamp for VPL-ES7/EX7/EX70

2 7/8 (72.2)

4 3/8 (109)

PAM-200

SPECIFICATIONS
VPL-EW5 Optical Projection system LCD panel Projection lens Lamp Light output Color light output Screen coverage 40-inch Throwing distance 80-inch 100-inch 150-inch 200-inch 250-inch 300-inch Signals Color system Resolution Acceptable computer signals Acceptable video signals Speaker Mono 1 W (max.) Inputs/Outputs Video In S-Video Video Audio* Input A RGB Audio* Input B RGB HDMI Audio* Monitor Audio RS-232C Y/C, mini DIN 4-pin Composite video, RCA phono jack Stereo mini jack Analog RGB/component: HD D-sub 15-pin (female) Stereo mini jack Analog RGB: HD D-sub 15-pin (female) Digital RGB/Y CB (PB) CR (PR) HDMI (HDCP) Stereo mini jack Analog RGB: HD D-sub 15-pin (female) Stereo mini jack D-sub 9 pin (female) VPL-EX70 VPL-EX7 VPL-ESLCD panels, 1 lens projection system 0.59-inch WXGA LCD panel, 0.63-inch XGA LCD panel, 3,072,000 (1280 x 800 x 3) pixels 2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) pixels 1.2 times zoom lens (manual), f = 18.53 to 22.18 mm, F1.65 to 1.W ultra high pressure lamp 2000 lumens (lamp mode: high) 2600 lumens (lamp mode: high) 2000 lumens (lamp mode: high) 1600 lumens (lamp mode: standard) 2000 lumens (lamp mode: standard) 1500 lumens (lamp mode: standard) 2000 lumens (lamp mode: high) 2600 lumens (lamp mode: high) 2000 lumens (lamp mode: high) 1600 lumens (lamp mode: standard) 2000 lumens (lamp mode: standard) 1500 lumens (lamp mode: standard) 40 to 300 inches (viewable area, measured diagonally) Approx. 3.9 to 4.9 feet (1.2 to 1.5 m) Approx. 3.6 to 4.6 feet (1.1 to 1.4 m) Approx. 8.2 to 9.5 feet (2.5 to 2.9 m) Approx. 7.5 to 9.2 feet (2.3 to 2.8 m) Approx. 10.2 to 12.1 feet (3.1 to 3.7 m) Approx. 9.5 to 11.5 feet (2.9 to 3.5 m) Approx. 15.1 to 18.4 feet (4.6 to 5.6 m) Approx. 14.4 to 17.1 feet (4.4 to 5.2 m) Approx. 20.3 to 24.3 feet (6.2 to 7.4 m) Approx. 19.0 to 23.0 feet (5.8 to 7.0 m) Approx. 25.3 to 30.5 feet (7.7 to 9.3 m) Approx. 24.0 to 28.9 feet (7.3 to 8.8 m) Approx. 30.5 to 36.4 feet (9.3 to 11.1 m) Approx. 28.9 to 34.4 feet (8.8 to 10.5 m) NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60 (automatically/manually selected) Video: 750 TV lines, Video: 750 TV lines, RGB: 1280 x 800 pixels RGB: 1024 x 768 pixels fH: 19 to 92 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz Maximum input signal resolution: up to SXGA+ (1400 x 1050, fV: 60 Hz) Composite Video, S-Video (Y/C), 15 kHz RGB 50/60 Hz, Component 50/60 Hz, Progressive Component 50/60 Hz, DTV (480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i

0.63-inch SVGA LCD panel, 1,440,000 (800 x 600 x 3) pixels
Video: 500 TV lines, RGB: 800 x 600 pixels

Output

Remote General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Power requirements Power consumption Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Storage humidity Supplied accessories
Approx. 12 3/8 x 4 3/8 x 10 5/8 inches (314 x 109 x 269 mm) (excluding projection parts) Approx. 6 lb 10 oz (3.0 kg) Approx. 6 lb 6 oz (2.9 kg) AC 100 to 240 V, 2.6 to 1.1 A, 50/60 Hz Max. 260 W, standby: Approx. 3 W 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)
AC 100 to 240 V, 2.4 to 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz Max. 240 W, standby: Approx. 3 W
Remote Commander (1), Lithium battery CR2025 (1), HD D-sub 15-pin cable (1.8 m) (1), Security label (1), CD-ROM (Operating instructions) (1), Quick reference manual (1), Safety regulations (1), Carrying case (1), Lens cap (1), AC power cord (1), Warranty card (1)
* Video-In-Audio and Input-A-Audio signals share the same stereo mini jack with the VPL-EX7 and VPL-ES7. Video-In-Audio, Input-A-Audio, and Input-B-Audio signals share the same stereo mini jack with the VPL-EX70.
Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 sony.com/projectors
2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Features and specications are subject to change without notice. All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Sony, BrightEra, and Remote Commander are trademarks of Sony. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

DI-0182 (MK10555V1)

Printed in USA (3/09)

Panel key lock This function locks all the keys on the control panel of the projector, allowing use of the keys on the Remote Commander. This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly.
Other Convenient Functions
On-screen menu in 17 languages Picture muting Freeze Lamp mode switching function Low power consumption in standby Security bar

About Trademarks

Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, and marks are not specified.
Direct Power On/Power Off function
The AC power for the entire system can be turned on and off by means of a breaker or other switch without going through a standby mode.

Simple maintenance

Even when the projector is mounted on the ceiling, you can clean the air filter easily because it is located at the side. Clean the filter at the same time as you replace the lamp.

Short focal lens

The projection distance is very short, approximately 2.4 m (7.9 feet), when projecting an 80-inch image, which allows projection on a larger screen even in a limited space.

Security Functions

Security lock This function makes it possible to prevent projection of a picture on the screen unless the required password is entered when the projector is turned on.
Location and Function of Controls

Top/Right Side/Front

Rear/Bottom

qf qg qh

a Ventilation holes (exhaust) b Lens
Remove the lens cover before projection.
c Front remote control detector d Control panel
For details, see Control Panel on page 12.

Security bar

e Zoom ring
Adjusts the picture size.

p Security lock

Connects to an optional security cable (from Kensington). Web page address: http://www.kensington.com/

m LENS key

Install the lithium battery.
n KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) /TILT key
Adjusts the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the image. Pressing this key, the adjustment menu are displayed. Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/B) for adjustment.

Face the + side up.

o PIC MUTING key
Put the lithium battery holder back into the Remote Commander.

p AUDIO MUTING key

Cuts off the sound. Press again to restore the sound.

q FREEZE key

Freezes the projected picture. To cancel the frozen picture, press the key again. This function is available when the PC signal is input.
Notes on the lithium battery A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is used in the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other than CR2025. Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Notes on Remote 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 between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector is, the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes.
Before using the Remote Commander
Pull out the clear film from the lithium battery holder.

To replace a battery

Pull out the battery cover by a thin stick inserting to a hole, as shown the illustration.

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 Keystone function has been done.
Unit: m (feet) Projected image size (diagonal) (inches) Minimum Distance Maximum Distance 40 1.1 (3.6) 1.4 (4.6) 80 2.3 (7.5) 2.8 (9.2) 100 2.9 (9.5) 3.5 (11.5) 150 4.4 (14.4) 5.2 (17.1) 200 5.8 (19.0) 7.0 (23.0) 250 7.3 (24.0) 8.8 (28.9) 300 8.8 (28.9) 10.5 (34.5)
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above.
For details on installation, see Installation Diagram on page 52.

Connecting the Projector

When you connect the projector, make sure to:
Turn off all equipment before making any connections. Use the proper cables for each connection. Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of picture signals. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself.

Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) adjusts the picture of the connected equipment so that it is projected clearly.

PIC MUTING

RESET KEYSTONE /TILT
If Auto Input Search is set to On, the projector searches for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals are found.
For details, see Auto Input Search on page 33.
The Smart APA feature is effective for the input analog signal from a computer only.
Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet, and connect all equipment, then remove the lens cover.
The ?/1 key lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode.
Switch the equipment connected to output to the projector.
Depending on the type of your computer, for example a notebook, or an all-in-one LCD type, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys (e.g., LCD / VGA , / , etc.), or by changing your computers settings.

Press the ?/1 key.

The ?/1 key lights after flashing in green. (The projector cannot be used while the ?/1 key is flashing.)
Turn on the equipment connected to the projector.

For VPL-EX70

or and
The key used for switching the computer to output to the projector varies depending on the type of computer.
Adjust the upper or lower position of the picture.
Use the adjuster to adjust the picture position. Using the adjuster Lift the projector while pressing the adjuster adjustment button, and adjust the tilt of the projector, then release the button to lock the adjuster.
When you adjust the tilt of the projector with the adjuster, the V keystone adjustment is performed at the same time. If you do not want to perform the automatic keystone adjustment, set the V Keystone to Manual. (See page 36.) If you set the V Keystone to Auto, the V Keystone correction is automatically adjusted. However, it may not be perfectly adjusted depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. In this case, adjust it manually. Press the KEYSTONE key to V Keystone displays on the screen, and adjust the value with the v/V/b/B keys.

Adjust the size of the picture and the focus.
Adjust the picture size using the Zoom ring and adjust the picture focus using the Focus ring.
Adjuster adjustment button
Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers. Do not push hard on the top of the projector or do not drag it hard with the adjuster out. It may cause malfunction.
Adjust the trapezoidal distortion ( ) of the picture. (VPL-EX7/ ES7 only)
Press the KEYSTONE key on the Remote Commander to display the adjustment menu and adjust the tilt using the v/V/b/B keys.

Turning Off the Power

POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key again. appears to confirm that you want to turn off the power.
The message disappears if you press any key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not press any key for five seconds.

Press the ?/1 key again.

The ?/1 key flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce the internal heat. Also, the ?/1 key flashes quickly for the first 60 seconds. During this time, you will not be able to light up the ?/1 key again with the ?/1 key.
Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops running and the ?/1 key lights in red. (Except when using the Direct Power On/Off function or the Off & Go function.)

B Convenient Functions

Selecting the Menu Language
You can select one of seventeen languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays. The factory setting is English. To change the menu language, proceed as follows:
The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button.
Press the v or V key to select the MENU SETTING menu, then press the B or ENTER key.
The selected menu appears.
Press the v or V key to select Language, then press the B or ENTER key.
Press the v, B, b or V key to select a language, then press the ENTER key.
The menu changes to the selected language.
Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. Press the ?/1 key to turn on the projector. Press the MENU key.

The menu appears.

To clear the menu Press the MENU key. The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute.

Security Lock

The projector is equipped with a security lock function. When you turn the power of the projector on, you are required to input the previously set password. If you do not input the correct password, you will not be able to project the picture.
Enter the password on this screen.

Enter new password key.

Power-on cannot be performed without the password.

Use: Cancel: Other key

You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password and the password administrator is not available. Be please aware that using the security lock can prevent valid usage in such cases. When you set the security lock being active, the password will be necessary only when the power is turned on after plugging the power cord.

Enter the password again to confirm.
Re-enter new password key.
Be sure to remember this password.

To use the security lock

When the following message is displayed, the setting for security lock is completed.
Press the MENU key and then, on the INSTALL SETTING menu, turn on the Security Lock setting. Enter the password.
Use the MENU, v/V/b/B, and ENTER keys to enter the four-digit password. (The default initial password setting is ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER. After this is entered you can put in your own password. Therefore, when you use this function for the first time, please input ENTER four times.)

Enter password key.

If Invalid Password! is displayed on the screen, perform this procedure again from step 1.
Turn the main power off and disconnect the AC power cord.
The security lock is set to on, then it becomes effective. The screen used for entering the password is displayed when the power is turned on the next time.

Security certification

Password required for power-on.
Next, the screen for entering the new password is displayed. (Enter the password on this screen even if you want to keep the current password.)
When the password screen is 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
Press the MENU key, then turn off the Security Lock setting on the INSTALL SETTING menu.

Enter the password.

Enter the password that was set.

Other Functions

Direct Power On/Off Function
If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the 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.
If you call the customer service center because you have forgotten the password, you will need to be able to verify the projectors serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.

Off & Go Function

If you are leaving the conference room immediately, turn the projector off, and then, you can unplug the AC power cord.
When you restart the power immediately after turning it off using the Off & Go function, the power may not come back on. In that case, wait a few minutes and turn on the power again.
Effective Tools for Your Presentation
To enlarge the image (Digital Zoom function)
You can select a section of the image to enlarge. This function works when a signal from a computer is input. This function does not work when a video signal is input.
Project a normal image, and press the D ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander.

S m a r t A PA : Auto Input Search: Input-A Signal Sel.: Color System: Pow e r S av i n g : Pa n e l Key L o ck : C C D i s p l ay : Lamp Timer Reset On Off Component Au t o Off Off Off

Input-A

Make the setting or adjustment of an item.
When changing the adjustment level: To increase the number, press the v or B key. To decrease the number, press the V or b key. Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen. When changing the setting: Press the v or V key to change the setting. Press the ENTER or b key to restore the previous screen.

To clear the menu

Press the MENU key. The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute.
To reset items that have been adjusted
Select the item that you want to reset, and then press the RESET key on the Remote Commander. Complete! appears on the screen and the setting of the item that you have selected is reset to its factory preset value. Items that can be reset are: Contrast, Brightness, Color, Hue and Sharpness on the Adjust Picture. menu of the PICTURE SETTING menu Dot Phase, H Size, and Shift on the Adjust Signal. menu 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 is no input signal, Cannot adjust this item. appears on the screen.

Unadjustable items

Items that cannot be adjusted, depending on the input signal, are not displayed on the menu. For details, see page 39.

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 Mode Adjust Picture. Vo l u m e : S t a n d a rd
Setting items Picture Mode

Functions

Initial setting
Selects the picture mode. Set according to Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a the input signal dynamic picture. Standard: Selects for the standard picture. Game: Select for viewing game picture. Living: Select for viewing sports, music, digital video camera picture. Cinema: Select for viewing film-like picture. Presentation: Makes the picture suitably bright for a presentation when the signal is input from a computer. The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for each picture mode separately. Adjusts the picture contrast. Adjusts the picture brightness. Adjusts color intensity. Adjusts color tones. The higher the setting, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the setting, the more purplish the picture becomes. 50 50

Aspect (When the video signal is input)
Setting items Aspect (When the PC signal is input)
You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be Set according to displayed for the current input signal. This item is the input signal enabled only when an PC signal (preset memory numbers 21 to 63) is input. Full 1: Displays a picture vertically or horizontally to fill the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture. Full 2: The original image is projected fully in the window. Normal: Displays the picture while matching one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD. The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller.
For Aspect, some of the Aspect setting items are not displayed on the screen according to the input signal. Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which are legally protected.
About the Preset Memory No.
This 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 for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory number and signal type of that signal are displayed on the INFORMATION menu (See page 38). You can also adjust the preset data through the INPUT SETTING menu. See the chart on page 50 to find if the signal is registered in the preset memory.
When the aspect ratio of input signal is other than Full 2, a part of the screen may be displayed in black.

The SET SETTING Menu

The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
S m a r t A PA : Auto Input Search: Input-A Signal Sel.: Color System: Pow e r S av i n g : Pa n e l Key L o ck : C C D i s p l ay : Lamp Timer Reset On Off Au t o Au t o Off Off Off

Setting items Smart APA

The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On adjusts Dot Phase, H Size and Shift on the INPUT SETTING menu for the input signal from a computer. On: When a signal is input from a computer, the APA functions automatically so that the picture can be seen clearly. You can adjust the picture by pressing the APA key on the Remote Commander even if Smart APA set to On. Off: The APA functions when you press the APA key on the Remote Commander. 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. Auto

The MENU SETTING Menu

The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays.
Setting items Status (on-screen display)
Functions Sets up the on-screen display. 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, Franais, Italiano, Deutsch, Espaol, Portugus, , Svenska, Norsk, , , , , , and. Selects the display position of the menu from Top Left, Bottom Left, Center, Top Right, and Bottom Right.

Initial setting On

Language
English Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Menu Position

Center

Start Up Image

On: Displays the Start Up Image in the window after On turning on the power. Off: Does not displays the Start Up Image in the window after turning on the power.

The INSTALL SETTING Menu

The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.

INSTALL SETTING

V Key s t o n e : Au t o I m ag e F l i p : Off B a ck g ro u n d : Blue Lamp Mode: S t a n d a rd High Altitude Mode: O f f S e c u r i t y L o ck : Off D i r e c t Pow e r O n : O f f
Setting items V Keystone (VPL-EX70 only)
Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection Auto angle. Select Auto for automatic correction, or Manual for manual correction using the v/V/b/B keys. When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top : Sets a lower value. When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom : Sets a higher value. Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using the v/V/b/B keys on the Remote Commander. When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top : Sets a lower value. When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom : Sets a higher value. Flips the image on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. Off HV: Flips the image horizontally and vertically. H: Flips the image horizontally. V: Flips the image vertically. Off: The image does not flip. Selects the background color of the screen when no signal is input to the projector. Select Black or Blue. Normally, set to Blue. Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection. High: Illuminates the projected image brightly. Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption. The brightness of the projected image will be lower compared with the High setting. Set to On when the projector is used at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher. Turns on the projectors security lock function. When set to On, turns on the security lock function, which locks the projector once a password has been set. For details, see Security Lock on page 24. Blue

Be sure that the projector is stable after turning it over.
Open the lamp cover by loosening the screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
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 replace it (c).
11Select Lamp Timer Reset, and then

press the ENTER key.

12Select Execute with the V key, and
then press the ENTER key.
The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0, and Change the Lamp and clean the Filter? is displayed in the menu screen.
Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?
Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp. The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured properly. Do not allow any liquid or other objects into the slot to avoid electrical shock or fire.
Refer to page 42 for Cleaning the Air Filter.
13Select Yes with the v key.
Lamp Timer Reset Complete! is displayed in the menu screen.
Close the lamp cover and tighten the screw.
Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely as it was. If not, the projector cannot be turned on.
Turn the projector back over. Connect the power cord.
The ?/1 key lights in red.
Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
Press the ?/1 key to turn the projector on. the SET SETTING menu.
10Press the MENU key, and then select

Cleaning the Air Filter

The air filter should be cleaned whenever you replace the lamp. Remove the air filter, and then remove the dust with a vacuum cleaner. The time needed to clean the 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.
If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible malfunction or fire. Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly; the power can not be turned on if it is not closed securely. The air filter has a face and a reverse side. Place the air filter so that it fits in a notch on the air filter cover.
Turn the power off and unplug the power cord. Draw out the air filter cover and remove it.

Air filter

Remove the air filter.
Wash the air filter with a mild detergent solution and dry it in a shaded place. Attach the air filter so that it fits into the each claws on the air filter cover and replace the cover.

B Others

The picture is too dark.

The picture is not clear.
The image extends beyond The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges the screen. around the image. c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key. c Adjust Shift on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see page 31). This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency 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 on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly. c Adjust Dot Phase on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see page 31).
Symptom No sound. Cause and Remedy A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong. c Check that the proper connections have been made (see page 18). The audio connecting cable used is incorrect. c Use a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 18). The sound is not adjusted properly. c Adjust the sound with the VOLUME +/ key on the Remote Commander or adjust Volume on the PICTURE SETTING menu (see page 30).
Symptom The Remote Commander does not work. Cause and Remedy The Remote Commander battery are dead. c Replace them with new battery (see page 16).
Symptom The control panel keys do not function. Cause and Remedy The control panel keys are locked. c Unlock the control panel keys (see page 34).

Indicators

Symptom Cause and Remedy The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached. The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in orange. c Attach the cover securely (see pages 41 and 42). (Repetition rate of 2 flashes) The lamp has reached the end of its life. The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in orange. c Replace the lamp (see page 40). (Repetition rate of 3 The lamp has reached a high temperature. flashes) c Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power again. :/1 key flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 2 flashes) The internal temperature is unusually high. c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. The projector is being used at a high altitude. c Ensure that High Altitude Mode in the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to On. The fan is broken. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet 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.

INPUT A

Electrical characteristics
Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/ NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/ PAL60 system, switched automatically/manually (NTSC4.43 is the color system used when playing back a video recorded in NTSC on a NTSC4.43 system VCR.) Resolution VPL-EX70/EX7: 750 horizontal TV lines (Video input) dots (RGB input)

INPUT B

R: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms terminated) G: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms terminated) B: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms terminated) HD: Horizontal sync input: TTL level, Positive/negative VD: Vertical sync input: TTL level, positive/negative AUDIO INPUT Stereo minijack, 500 mVrms, input impedance 47 Kilohms or more OUTPUT MONITOR OUT: HD D-sub15pin (female) R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open), 1 Vp-p (75 ohms) AUDIO OUT (variable out): Stereo minijack 1 Vrms (When the volume is maximum and an input signal is 500 mVrms), output impedance 5 kilohms or less REMOTE (VPL-EX70/EX7 only) RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin
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 (1) Security Label (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Note Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

Optional accessories

Projector Lamp LMP-E191 (for replacement)

General

269 mm (12 3/3/5/8 inches) (w/h/d) (without projecting parts) Mass VPL-EX70: Approx. 3.0 kg (6 lb 10 oz) VPL-EX7/ES7: Approx. 2.9 kg (6 lb 6 oz) Power requirements VPL-EX70/EX7: AC 100 to 240 V, 2.6 to 1.1 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-ES7: AC 100 to 240 V, 2.4 to 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz Power consumption VPL-EX70/EX7: Max.260 W (in standby: 3 W) VPL-ES7: Max.240 W (in standby: 3 W) Heat dissipation 884 BTU (VPL-EX70/EX7) 816 BTU (VPL-ES7) Operating temperature 0C to 35C (32F to 95F) Operating humidity 35% to 85% (no condensation) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Storage humidity 10% to 90% Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) Dimensions

Some of the items may not be available in some areas. For details, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Pin assignment

INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female)
RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin, female) (VPL-EX70/EX7 only)
G/Y B/B-Y RESERVE GND GND (R) GND (G) GND (B)
Power supply input for DDC GND GND DDC/SDA HD VD DDC/SCL

NC RXDA TXDA DTR GND

NC RTS CTS NC
INPUT B connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) (VPL-EX70 only)
G B RESERVE GND GND (R) GND (G) GND (B)

Preset signals

Memory Preset signal No. Video 60 Hz Video 50 Hz 480/60i 575/50i 480/60p 575/50p 1080/60i 1080/50i 720/60p 720/50p 60 Hz 50 Hz 480/60i 575/50i 480/60p (Progressive component NTSC) 575/50p (Progressive component PAL) 1035/60i, 1080/60i 1080/50i 720/60p 720/50p VGA mode 1 VGA VESA 85 Hz PC-9801 Normal VGA mode 2 VGA VESA 85 Hz VGA mode 3 Macintosh 13" VGA VESA 72 Hz VGA VESA 75 Hz VGA VESA 85 Hz SVGA VESA 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 fH (kHz) 15.734 15.625 15.734 15.625 31.470 31.250 33.750 28.130 45.000 37.500 31.469 37.861 24.823 31.469 37.861 31.469 35.000 37.861 37.500 43.269 35.156 37.879 48.077 46.875 53.674 49.724 48.363 56.476 60.023 68.677 63.995 67.500 77.487 61.795 fV (Hz) 59.940 50.000 59.940 50.000 60.000 50.000 60.000 50.000 60.000 50.000 70.086 85.080 56.416 70.086 85.080 59.940 66.667 72.809 75.000 85.008 56.250 60.317 72.188 75.000 85.061 74.550 60.004 70.069 75.029 84.997 70.019 75.000 85.057 65.960 Sync S on G/Y S on G/Y S on G/Y S on G/Y S on G/Y S on G/Y S on G/Y S on G/Y H-pos, V-neg H-pos, V-neg H-neg, V-neg H-neg, V-pos H-neg, V-pos H-neg, V-neg H-neg, V-neg H-neg, V-neg H-neg V-neg H-neg V-neg H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-neg, V-neg H-neg, V-neg H-neg, V-neg H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-neg, V-neg
Memory Preset signal No. 63
fH (kHz) SXGA VESA 60 Hz SXGA VESA 75 Hz SXGA VESA 60 Hz SXGA VESA 75 Hz SXGA VESA 85 Hz 60.000 75.000 63.974 79.976 91.146 65.317 47.776 44.772 44.720 55.935 49.702

fV (Hz) 60.000 75.000 60.013 75.025 85.024 59.978 59.870 59.885 59.799 59.887 59.810
Sync H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-pos, V-pos H-neg, V-pos H-neg, V-pos H-neg, V-pos H-neg, V-pos H-neg, V-pos H-neg, V-pos

1280 1024

1280 800
SXGA+ 60 Hz WXGA 60Hz WXGA 60Hz 1360 768/900/800/60
When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed properly. When an SXGA+ signal is input, the image may extend beyond the edges of the screen. In this case, input a signal with no black edges around the image, and disconnect and reconnect the cable or select the input signal by pressing the INPUT key. If the resolution of the input signal is different from the panel resolution, the input signal is not displayed in its own resolution, and letters or lines may be uneven.

Installation Diagram

Floor Installation (Front Projection)
Distance between the front of the cabinet and the center of the lens Foremost part of the cabinet Wall
Center of the lens 14.6 (19/32)
Center of the lens Center of the screen

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 below. a: distance between the screen and the center of the lens b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens c: distance between the floor and the bottom of the adjusters of the projector x: distance between the floor and the center of the screen (free)
Unit: mm (inches) PS a N (94 1/8) 2700 (106 3/8) (117 3/4) 3380 (133 1/8) (141 3/4) 4070 (160 3/8) (237 1/8) 6800 (267 3/4) (296 1/2) 8500 (334 3/4) (356 3/8) 10210 (402 1/8) (46 1/2) (70 1/8) M (52 3/8) (79 5/8) (177 5/8) (213 1/8) 5090 (200 1/2) 6110 (240 5/8)
Based on the calculation formula given below. Based on the calculation formula given below.
a (N) = {(PS 29.376) 1.03} 31.7 a (M) = {(PS 35.202) 0.97} 31.7 b = x {PS 5.055 + (a + 31.7) 0.1405 4.5} c = x {PS 5.055+ (a + 31.7) 0.1405 4.5 + 90.5}
The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following. PS: projected image size measured diagonally (inches) a: distance between the screen 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