Prod.: Introduction With VPL-CS5 and CX5 Sony introduces a new concept for ultra compact LCD projectors. It's the mixture from unique design and features, performance and cost that will give these products the competitive edge. Due to the increased flexibility the VPL-CS5 and VPL-CX5 will close the gap between compact travel projectors and small-scale installation products.
These two new products are the brightest models in their class with a maximum light output of 2000 lumen for the VPL-CX5 and 1800 lumen for the VPL-CS5. In case of VPL-CX5 this is a 100% brightness increase compared to the previous model VPL-CX4.
5. Product Features 5.1. High Brightness and compact size Using new optical technologies in the VPL-CS5 and VPL-CX5 it is possible to achieve a high brightness by keeping a compact size. The VPL-CX5 is rated at 2000 ANSI Lumen and the VPL-CS5 with 1800 ANSI lumen.
The Maximum resolution for MPEG Movies is 640x480. Digital Camera Mode since the Sony Digital Cameras store the image and movie files in different folders the Digital Camera Mode was added for the image browser. This mode will enable the user to see all pictures and movies from different folders in one view.
Software to help new or inexperienced users. 5.6. Image Flip The VPL-CS5 and CX5 are equipped with an image Flip Function in order to use it in applications such as rear-projection or for ceiling mount. There will be an optional ceiling mount bracket available.
2500 hours 38 dB 5.7.3. Zoom Lens The VPL-CS5 and VPL-CX5 are equipped with a 1.2 times Zoom Lens. Focus and Zoom can be easily and precisely adjusted with the focus and Zoom wheel on the side of the projector.
VPL-CS5 / CX5 Prod.: 7.2. New Optical unit The new L-Shaped Optical unit designed for VPL-CS5 and VPL-CX5 uses combines high light efficiency and small size. Using the Sony's own developed "Virtual Light Source" technology provides high brightness and small size.
Pixel 7.3. Cooling System The VPL-CS5 and CX5 does have a cooling system that takes the cool air from the bottom of the unit. The Air exhaust is on the right side of the product just behind the lamp that is the main heat source. The Prism Block and the Optical unit are cooled with three low noise fans with a special air duct.
7.6. Maintenance 7.6.1. Indicator LED's The VPL-CS5 and CX5 are equipped with four indicators (LED's) to confirm the projector status. These are the Power Indicator (surrounding the Power Button), the TEMP/FAN and LAMP/COVER and the POWER SAVE indicator at the connector panel.
VPL-CS5 / CX5 Prod.: 7.7. New Menu Structure VPL-CS5 and CX5 are equipped with a new Menu structure. Other new Display Products such as Plasma Monitors also adopt this structure. Also the graphical layout has been changed (see example below).