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 After about one minute, turn the power on.

cClose the lamp cover securely, then tighten the screws securely. (1 page 67)

cClose the filter holder securely. (1 page 69)

cCheck warning indicators. (1 page 62)

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 49)

 

 

 

 

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 49)

 

 

 

 

 

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 49)

 

connector is colored

 

 

 

 

strange.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The color gradation of the

c The color gradation of the dark area or the bright area may

dark area or the bright area

become unclear when a signal other than those from HDMI

of the picture from the

standard is input. Adjust the “Brightness” and the “Contrast” in

HDMI 1 or HDMI 2

the Picture

menu. (1 page 42)

 

connector becomes

 

 

 

 

unclear.

 

 

 

 

The picture is too dark. c Adjust the “Contrast” or “Brightness” of the Picture menu properly. (1 page 42)

The picture is not clear. c Adjust the focus. (1 page 25)

cCondensation has accumulated on the lens. Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on.

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