4-155-211-01 (1) Video Projector Operating Instructions VPL-BW7 © 2009 Sony Corporation
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. When you dispose of the battery, you must obey the law in the relative area or country.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Table of Contents Precautions ......................................... 5 Location of Controls Using the Menus Operation through the Menus ...........33 Top/Front/Side ................................... 6 PICTURE SETTING Menu .............35 Rear/Bottom ....................................... 8 INPUT SETTING Menu ..................37 Remote Control ................................ 10 About the Preset Memory No. ....38 SET SETTING Menu .......................
Precautions maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Cleaning the lens On safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. • Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further. • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for several days. • To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug.
Location of Controls Top/Front/Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector.
a Ventilation holes (exhaust) Remove the lens cover before projection. c Front remote control detector d ?/1 (On/standby) switch Turns on the projector when the projector is in standby mode. To turn off the power, press the ?/1 switch twice according to the message or hold the ?/1 switch for about one second. The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator lights up or flashes under the following conditions: –Lights in red when the AC power cord is plugged into a wall outlet.
Rear/Bottom 56 7 S VIDEO VIDEO INPUT A 8 9 SERVICE INPUT 0 1 8 2 qa 3 qs 4 qd
b Adjusters (fore pad) c Lamp cover l Security bar An anti-theft chain or wire (commercially available) can be connected to this bar. If it is difficult to pull out, pull out the security bar using a screwdriver. d Adjuster Adjusts the picture position. (1 page 23) e S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin) Connects to the S video output of video equipment. Security bar f VIDEO INPUT connector (phono type) Connects to the video output of video equipment.
Remote Control 9 1 2 3 0 qa qs qd 4 5 6 qf 7 8 10 qg
a LIGHT button Adjusts the white area of pictures (white level). b INPUT button c FREEZE key Freezes the projected picture. To cancel the frozen picture, press the button again. d M/m/
Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc. Unpacking Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items: • Remote control (1) and Size AA (R6) batteries (2) • AC power cord (1) • Lens cap (1) When you have purchased the projector, the lens cap was fitted onto the lens. Remove this lens cap when you use the projector.
Step 1: Installing the Projector Hot and humid Before Setting Up the Projector Unsuitable installation Do not place the projector in the following situations, which may cause malfunction or damage to the projector. Poorly ventilated location • Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high, or the temperature is very low. • To avoid moisture condensation, do not install the unit in a location where the temperature may rise rapidly.
Very dusty and extremely smoky locations Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment. Otherwise, the air filter will become obstructed, and this may cause a malfunction of the unit or damage it. Dust preventing the air passing through the filter may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the unit. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp.
the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components.
Positioning the Projector and a Screen The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen. 1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen. Side view Screen Distance between the screen and the center of the lens * Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone function has been done.
2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen. Top view Connections and Preparations Screen Note When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications. This is not a malfunction of the projector.
Step 2: Connecting the Projector When making connections, be sure to do the following: • Turn off all equipments before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. • Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or poor picture quality. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out with holding the plug, not the cable itself. • Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
Notes To connect to a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player or digital tuner equipped with a video GBR/component video connectors Speakers AV amplifier Rear of the projector S VIDEO VIDEO INPUT A INPUT DVD player/recorder, HDD recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, digital tuner, etc.
To connect to a VCR equipped with the S video connector or video connector You can connect a DVD player/recorder, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk player, which is not equipped with component video connectors. See also the instruction manual of each equipment.
Connecting to a Computer Connections and Preparations Rear of the projector Computer INPUT A SERVICE INPUT to monitor output to DVI-D output HD D-sub15-pin cable (not supplied) or HDMI-DVI-D cable (not supplied) : Video signal flow Tip Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the SET SETTING menu to “Auto” or “Computer.” If the input signal does not appear properly, set it to “Computer.” (1 page 39) Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, WXGA signals.
Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture position. 1,2 4 6 8 7 1 5 4 2 6 1 After connecting the AC cord to the projector, plug the AC cord into a wall outlet, connect all equipment, and remove the lens cover. The ?/1 (On/standby) switch lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 (On/standby) switch to turn on the projector. The ?/1 (On/standby) switch flashes in green, then lights in green.
5 adjusted depending on the room temperature or the tilt of the screen. In this case, adjust it manually. 7 Adjust the picture size using the zoom lever. 8 Adjust the focus using the focus ring. 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.
Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of 17 languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays. The factory default setting is English. To change the current menu language, set the desired language with the menu screen.
1 Press MENU. The menu appears. The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button. Connections and Preparations 2 Press M/m to select the MENU SETTING menu, and press . The setting items of the selected menu appears. 3 Press M/m to select “Language,” and press . 4 Press M/m/
Projecting This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the equipment connected to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste. Projecting the Picture on the Screen 1,2 4 1 2 4 1 26 After connecting the AC cord to the projector, plug the AC cord into a wall outlet, connect all equipment, and remove the lens cover. The ?/1 (On/standby) switch lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode.
The ?/1 (On/standby) switch flashes in green, then lights in green. The projector cannot be used while the ?/1 switch is flashing. 3 changing your computer’s settings. The key used for switching the computer to output to the projector varies depending on the type of computer. Turn on the equipment connected to the projector. F7 4 Input-A t HDMI t Video t S-Video Fn Turning Off the Power 1 To view the picture from Press INPUT to display HDMI Note 2 S-Video Notes Press the ?/1 switch again.
Selecting the Wide Screen Mode You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to the video signal received. Normal A picture with normal 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed in the center of the screen to fill the vertical screen size. Original image Full A picture squeezed to 4:3 is displayed with the correct aspect ratio. A 4:3 picture is enlarged horizontally to fit the 16:9 screen. WIDE MODE button Press WIDE MODE. Each time you press the button, you can change the “Wide Mode” setting in turn.
Zoom (When the SD or PC signal is input) A normal 16:9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen. Use this mode to view a letterbox picture or a letterbox picture with side panels. Letterbox picture with side panels Original image When the Wide Mode is operated Projecting Original image Full 3 (When the PC signal is input) Displays a 1280 × 720 dot picture on the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture.
Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or room conditions. Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA and USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3). DYNAMIC The picture becomes bright suitable for viewing the picture in a bright room. PICTURE MODE buttons DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3 STANDARD The quality of the picture becomes more natural than the one selected by “DYNAMIC.
Adjusting the Picture Quality You can adjust the picture quality that suits your taste by selecting the adjustment items with the remote control. The adjusted data can be stored in each picture mode. Press ADJ PIC. Each time you press the button, the following adjustment windows* are displayed in sequence. * Some of the adjustment windows will not be displayed depending on the input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items.
Using Other Functions You can temporarily turn off or pause a projected picture. Press PIC MUTING. Press to temporarily turn off a projected picture. To return to the previous screen, press PIC MUTING again. PIC MUTING button FREEZE button Press FREEZE. A projected picture can be paused to be displayed. “FREEZE” is shown on the screen when a button is pressed. To return to the previous screen, press FREEZE again. Note The FREEZE function is available for only computer signal.
Using the Menus This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the menus. The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. Some of the adjustable/setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in an adjustment menu with no main menu, or in the next menu window. If you select an item name followed by dots (···), the next menu window with setting items appears.
To clear the menu Pop-up menu Menu Setting items MENU SETTING Input A Status: L a n g u ag e : M e nu Po s i t i o n : S t a r t U p I m ag e On English To p l e f t Bottom Left Center To p R i g h t Bottom Right A Adjustment menu Next menu window Menu Setting items PICTURE SETTING Input A ADJUST PICTURE Contrast: Brightness: Gamma Mode: C o l o r Te m p . : S t a n d a rd 80 50 Off High Press MENU. The menu disappears automatically if a button is not pressed for one minute.
PICTURE SETTING Menu The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture. PICTURE SETTING Picture Mode Adjust Picture... Input A S t a n d a rd PICTURE SETTING Input-A ADJUST PICTURE Contrast: Brightness: Gamma Mode: C o l o r Te m p . : S t a n d a rd 80 50 Off High Using the Menus Setting items Functions Initial setting Picture Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of picture or the environment.
Setting items 36 Functions Initial setting Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture. The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker the picture. You can make adjustments by pressing BRIGHT+/– on the remote control. 50 Color Adjusts the intensity of the color density. The higher the setting, the greater the intensity. The lower the setting, the lower the intensity. 50 Hue Adjusts the color tone.
INPUT SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal. When the signal is input from a computer Setting items Normal Off Using the Menus Adjust Signal... Wide Mode: Over Scan: Functions Initial setting Dot Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal output from a computer. Adjust the picture further for finer picture after the picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key.
Setting items Functions Initial setting Wide Mode (When the PC signal is input) You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the current input signal. This item is enabled only when an PC signal (preset memory numbers 21 to 63) is input. Full 1: Displays a picture on the whole of the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture. Full 2: Displays a picture on the whole of the screen.
SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. SET SETTING Input-A On Off Au t o Au t o Off Off Setting items Functions Initial setting Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” in 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.
Setting items Functions Initial setting Power Saving Selects the Power Saving mode. Lamp off: The lamp goes off if no signal is input for 10 minutes. The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any button is pressed. Standby: The projector goes into Standby mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. To use it, turn on the power again. Off: The projector does not go into Power Saving mode. Off CC Display Turns the Closed Captions (CC) function on or off.
MENU SETTING Menu The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays. Functions Initial setting Status (on-screen display) Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed. Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages. On Language Selects the language used in the menu and onscreen displays.
INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. INSTALL SETTING Input-A 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 t a n d by M o d e : L ow Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. Select “Auto” for automatic correction, or “Manual” for manual correction using the M/m/
Notes • The picture quality may deteriorate when the V Keystone function is used, because it is an electrical correction. • If you set “High Altitude Mode” to “On” at an altitude of under 1,500 m, the reliability of the lamp may be reduced. • The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending on the room temperature or the screen angle.
INFORMATION Menu The INFORMATION menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp. Model name INFORMATION VPL-BW7 fH: fV: Lamp Timer: Input A Serial No. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 48,47kHz 60,00Hz No.23 1024x768 2 H Serial number Memory number Signal type Model name Displays the model name. Serial number Displays the serial number. fH (horizontal frequency) Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.
Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal as indicated in the following tables. The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu. PICTURE SETTING menu Input signal Item Component Video GBR Computer HDMI z z z z z Using the Menus Picture Mode Video or SVideo (Y/C) Adjust Picture... Contrast z z z z z Brightness z z z z z Color z z z – z Hue z z z – – (NTSC 3.58/ 4.
Others This section describes how to solve the problems, how to replace the lamp and air filter, etc. 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. • The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 switch at a short interval.
Cause and Remedy Noise may appear on the background depending on the combination of the number of dots input from the computer and the numbers of pixels on the LCD panel. c Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer. The picture from the INPUT A connector is colored strange. The input signal cannot be received at “Auto” of “Input-A Signal Sel” in the SET SETTING menu, or the setting of “Input-A Signal Sel” is incorrect.
Indicators Symptom Cause and Remedy The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in orange. (Repetition rate of 2 flashes) • The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached. c Attach the cover securely (1 pages 49 and 51). The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in orange. (Repetition rate of 3 flashes) • The lamp has reached the end of its life. c Replace the lamp (1 page 49). • The lamp has reached a high temperature. c Wait for 60 seconds until the lamp cools, then turn on the power again.
Replacing the Lamp Note For safety reasons, do not loosen any other screws. 4 Notes • If the lamp breaks, ask qualified Sony personnel to replace the lamp and to check inside. • Pull out the lamp by holding the handle. • When removing the lamp, make sure it remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp while tilted and if the lamp breaks, the pieces may scatter, causing injury. 1 Loosen the two screws on the lamp unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a).
SET SETTING Input-A S m a r t A PA : Auto Input Search: Input-A Signal Sel.: Color System: Pow e r S av i n g : C C D i s p l ay : Lamp Timer Reset On Off Au t o Au t o Off Off 12 Select “Execute” with m, and press . The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0, and “Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?” is displayed in the menu screen. Notes • Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp. • The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured properly.
air filter cover and replace the cover. Cleaning the Air Filter Notes 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. 1 Turn the power off and unplug the power cord. 2 Draw out the air filter cover and remove it. Air filter 3 Remove the air filter.
Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel 0.59-inch WXGA panel, about 3,070,000 pixels (1280 × 800 × 3) Lens 1.2 times zoom lens f 18.53 to 22.18 mm/F1.65 to 1.
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. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Preset Signals Memory Preset signal No. fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync 1 Video 60 Hz 60 Hz 15.734 59.940 – 2 Video 50 Hz 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 – 3 480/60i 480/60i 15.734 59.940 S on G/Y 4 575/50i 575/50i 15.625 50.000 S on G/Y 5 480/60p 480/60p (Progressive component NTSC) 31.470 60.000 S on G/Y 6 575/50p 575/50p (Progressive component PAL) 31.250 50.000 S on G/Y 7 1080/60i 1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y 8 1080/50i 1080/50i 28.130 50.
Memory Preset signal No. fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync 44 1152 × 900 Sunmicro LO 61.795 65.960 H-neg, V-neg 45 1280 × 960 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1280 × 1024 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 48 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos 49 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91.146 85.024 H-pos, V-pos 46 47 1400 × 1050 SXGA+ 60 Hz 65.317 59.978 H-neg, V-pos 1280 × 768 WXGA 60 Hz 47.776 59.
Installation Diagram Floor Installation (Front Projection) Distance between the front of the cabinet and the center of the lens Foremost part of the cabinet Front of the lens Wall 14.6 (19/32) Center of the lens Center of the screen Floor Unit: mm (inches) * Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone function has been done. This section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk, etc. The alphabetical letters in the illustration indicate the distances below.
a (M) = {(PS × 37.252) × 0.97} – 31.7 b = x – {PS × 4.465 + (a + 31.7) × 0.1405 – 4.5} c = x – {PS × 4.465 + (a + 31.7) × 0.1405 – 4.5 + 90.5} Notes • The projected image size is the one when “Wide Mode” in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to “Full 2”. When “Wide Mode” in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to the mode other than “Full 2”, black bands may appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen.
Ceiling Installation (Front Projection) 69.5 (2 3/4) 104.5 (4 1/8) 42.2 (1 5/8) The unit is set so that the bottom is parallel to the ceiling. The V Keystone function has been done. Center of the screen Center of the lens Center of the Projector Holes for mounting a projector suspension support Ceiling Center of the lens Center of the screen Foremost part of the cabinet Hole for mounting a projector suspension support (front) 72.5 (2 7/8) 10.4 (3/8) 26.
When “Wide Mode” in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to “Full 2” Unit: mm (inches) PS 40 60 80 a’ N 1270 (50) 1910 (75 1/4) 2160 (85 1/8) M 1430 (56 3/8) 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 2550 3190 (100 1/2) (125 5/8) 3830 (150 7/8) 4800 (189) 5760 (226 7/8) 6400 (252) 8000 (315) 9610 (378 1/2) 3610 2880 (113 1/2) (142 1/4) 4330 (170 1/2) 5420 (213) 6510 (256 3/8) 7230 (284 3/4) 9050 (356 3/8) 10860 (427 5/8) x Based on the calculation formula given below.
Dimensions Front 314 (12 3/8) 109 (4 3/8) 72.2 (2 7/8) 69.
Others 269 (10 5/8) Top 314 (12 3/8) Unit: mm (inches) 61
Index A Adjust Signal Dot Phase ............................................ 37 H Size .................................................. 37 Shift ..................................................... 37 Adjuster ................................................... 23 Adjusting picture position .................................... 22 picture quality ...................................... 31 Auto Input Search ................................... 39 Installation Ceiling ........................................
R Remote control inserting the batteries ...........................12 location of controls ..............................10 Reset resettable items ....................................34 resetting the items ................................34 S Others Security bar ...............................................9 Sharpness .................................................36 Smart APA ..............................................39 Start Up Image ........................................41 Status ..........
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