Main
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For VPL-DX15 only
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Table of Contents
Overview
Projecting the Picture
Convenient Functions
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Maintenance
Others
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Precautions
On safety
On illumination
On preventing internal heat build- up
On cleaning
Notes on Installation and Usage
Unsuitable Installation
Poorly ventilated
Highly heated and humid
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Subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner
Usage in High Altitude
Near a heat or smoke sensor
Very dusty, extremely smoky
Unsuitable Conditions
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BOverview
About the Supplied Manuals
Manuals
Included Attachments
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Location and Function of Controls (Main Unit)
Top/Front/Side
Rear/Side/Bottom
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aPUSH ENTER/v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys
bMENU key
cINPUT key
dLAMP/COVER indicator
Connector Panel
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Remote Commander
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qs
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1
stick inserting to a hole, as shown the illustration.
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into the Remote Commander.
Installing the Projector
Connecting the Projector
When you connect the projector, make sure to:
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer.
Connecting a Computer
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Notes
To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector
Connecting a VCR
Projecting
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2
outlet, then connect all equipment.
Connecting to a Network (VPL-DX15 only) Connecting a USB memory (VPL-DX15 only)
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the projector.
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lens shutter.
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output to the projector.
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Turning Off the Power
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Convenient Functions
Selecting the Menu Language
The selected menu appears.
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Resetting All Setting Valu es
To Change from the Menu
2,3,4
2,3,4
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Correcting the Trapezoidal Distortion Automatically (Auto V Keystone Correction)
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2
keys.
To Return the Value of an Adjusted Item to Default
2~6
2~6
Switching off Smoothly after Presentation (Off & Go)
Using the Security Function
Security Lock (Password)
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To use the security lock
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2,3, 4,5
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Using Various Functions During Projecting
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D ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander.
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image you want to enlarge. Use the arrow key (v/V/b/B) to move the icon.
Pausing the Image
To Freeze the Image Projected (Freeze)
Lens Shutter (Recommended for Use on the Floor)
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Pausing the Sound (Audio Muting)
Picture Muting (Recommended for Use Suspend from a Ceiling)
Adjusting the Image Quality (Smart APA)
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2~4
Function menu then press the B or
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Setting the Picture Mode
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2~6
menu then press the B or ENTER key.
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Starting the Network Function or the USB File Viewer With One Keypress (VPL-DX15 only)
By pressing the NETWORK key on the Remote Commander
By pressing the USB key on the Remote Commander
Using the Network Function (VPL-DX15 only)
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BAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Using a MENU
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then press the B or ENTER key.
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then press the B or ENTER key.
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item.
To clear the menu
Unadjustable items
Storage of the settings
The Picture Menu
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The Screen Menu
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About the Preset Memory No.
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The Setup Menu
The Setup menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
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The Function Menu
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the projector.
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The Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
The Network Setting Menu (VPL-DX15 only)
The Network Setting menu is used to set the network of this unit.
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The Information Menu
Input signals and adjustable/setting items
Screen menu
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BMaintenance
Replacing the Lamp
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2
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Cleaning the Air Filter
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Troubleshooting
Picture
Power
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Sound
Remote Commander
Others
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Indicators
Warning Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Caution Messages
Messages List
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Specifications
Optical characteristics
Electrical characteristics
Input/Output
General
Optional accessories
Pin assignment
INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female)
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Preset signals
Preset memory No. at the input signal
Analog signals
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Installing the Projector and Installation Diagram
Floor Installation (Front Projection)
PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 a
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M
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c
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Ceiling Installation (Front Projection)
PS 40 60 80 100 120 15 0 180 200 250 300 a N
bFree
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x
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Dimensions
Front
Top
Side
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Rear
Bottom
(USB) connector (VPL-DX15 only) (Network) connector (VPL-DX15 only)
Index
A
B
C
D
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R
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T
U