Sony VPL-HW10 Power, Picture

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. c The power may not turn on if you turn the power off with I/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch and turn it on again in a short time. After about 1 minute, turn the power on.

cClose the lamp cover securely, then tighten the screws securely. (1 page 60)

cClose the filter holder securely. (1 page 61)

cCheck warning indicators. (1 page 57)

Picture

Symptom	Cause and Remedy

No picture.	c Check that the proper connections have been made.
	(1 page 18)
	c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT button.
	(1 page 28)
	c Set the computer signal to output from an external monitor.
	c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor.
	c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A
	Signal Sel.” on the Setup		menu according to the input
	signal. (1 page 48)

The picture from the	c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A
INPUT A connector is	Signal Sel.” on the Setup		menu according to the input
colored strange.	signal. (1 page 48)

The picture from the	c Adjust the picture of the Picture			menu. (1 page 41)
VIDEO INPUT or	c Set “Color System” in the Setup			menu to match the color
S VIDEO INPUT	system being input. (1 page 48)
connector is colored
strange.

The bright area of the	c This symptom may occur when a signal other than those of
picture may become	HDMI standard is input. (1 page 29) Switch the RGB dynamic
unclear or texts may	range of the connected equipment to Limited (16-235). If this
become faded. (When	adjustment is unavailable, adjust “Brightness”, “Contrast”, or
HDMI video signal is	“Sharpness” in the Picture		menu of the projector. (1 page
input)	42)

The texts may become	c This symptom may occur when a signal other than those of
faded when connected with	HDMI standard is input. (1 page 29) Adjust “Sharpness” in the
a computer. (When	Picture	menu. (1 page 42)
computer signal is input)

Others

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Contents

Page THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED For customers in the USA Declaration of Conformity Disposal of Used Lamp For customers in the United States For customers in Europe For kundene i Norge Trademark Information Page Table of Contents Location of Controls Connections and Preparations Projecting Others On safety On preventing internal heat buildup Caution On repacking Location of Controls Page Page Connections and Preparations Before Setting Up the Projector Improper use Do not do any of the following while using the projector Blocking the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust) Tip Tilting front/rear and left/right Positioning the Projector and a screen When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen size 2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen Top view Connecting to a VCR Page To connect to a VCR equipped with the S video connector or video connector Connecting to a Computer Page 2 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch to turn on the projector 3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector 4 Press INPUT to project the picture on the screen 5 Move both lens shift dials to adjust the picture position To adjust the horizontal position To adjust the vertical position 6 Adjust the picture size using the zoom lever 7 Adjust the focus using the focus ring To adjust the tilt of the installation surface 1 Press MENU 2 Press M/m to select the Setup menu, and press , or 3 Press M/m to select “Language,” and press , or 4 Press M/m/</, to select a language, and press To clear the menu Projecting Turning Off the Power Press WIDE MODE Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom Full 1 (When a computer signal is input) Full 2 (When a computer signal is input) Notes on selecting the wide screen mode Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA and USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3) DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA 1 Press ADJ PIC 2 Make the setting or adjustment on an item When changing the adjustment level 1 Press RCP on the remote control 2 Press M/m to select “User 1,” “User 2” or “User 3,” then press 3 Select the target color you want to adjust 4 Adjust the color of the specified portions 5 After the adjustment is complete, press Press PIC MUTING Press APA Press FREEZE Using the Menus 2 Press M/m to select a menu item, and press , or ,or 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item When changing the adjustment level Items that cannot be adjusted To reset the picture that has been adjusted To reset the items that have been adjusted Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page About the Preset Memory No Others Power Picture On-screendisplay Remote control Others Warning Indicators Message Lists Warning messages Caution messages Tools you need to get started: •Projector Lamp LMP-H201(optional) •Standard Phillips screwdriver •Cloth (for scratch protection) 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord 6Close the lamp cover, then tighten the screws 7Remove the filter holder 8Remove the air filter 10 Attach the filter holder 11 Wipe dust off the ventilation holes (intake) with a soft cloth 12 Place the project back on its Page Cleaning the lens Cleaning the cabinet Black points and bright points (red, blue, or green) on the screen System Input General Supplied accessories Optional accessories Preset Signals Page Preset memory numbers for each input signal Analog signal Digital signal Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items Screen menu Page Page Attaching the PSS-H10projector suspension support Top view Front view Side view