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 58)

cClose the filter holder securely. (1 page 60)

cCheck warning indicators. (1 page 56)

Picture

Symptom

Cause and Remedy

 

 

 

No picture.

c Check that the proper connections have been made.

 

(1 page 17)

 

 

 

 

c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT button.

 

(1 page 27)

 

 

 

 

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 47)

 

 

 

 

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 47)

 

 

 

 

 

The picture from the

c Adjust the picture of the Picture

menu. (1 page 40)

VIDEO INPUT or

c Set “Color System” in the Setup

menu to match the color

S VIDEO INPUT

system being input. (1 page 47)

 

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 41)

 

connector becomes

 

 

 

 

unclear.

 

 

 

 

The picture is too dark. c Adjust the “Contrast” or “Brightness” of the Picture menu properly. (1 page 41)

The picture is not clear. c Adjust the focus. (1 page 24)

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

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