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CHASSIS NO. DEST. DEST. CHASSIS NO. CHASSIS NO....................................VPL-X600U RM-PJM600 SCC-G62F-A US/CND SCC-G61J-A VPL-X600E PSS-600 Australian SCC-N17A-A AEP/UK SCC-G61G-A VPL-X600M SCC-G61J-A Australian SCC-N17B-A IFB-X600E VPL-X600U/X600E/X600M Lcd Data Projector IFB-X600E...
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VUES EXPLOSÉES ET LES LISTES DE PIECES CONT D'UNE IMPORTANCE CRITIQUE POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DU FONCTIONNEMENT. NE LES REMPLACER QUE PAR DES COMPOSANTS SONY DONT LE NUMÉRO DE PIÉCE EST INDIQUÉ DANS LE PRÉSENT MANUEL OU DANS DES SUPPLÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY. LES RÉGLAGES DE CIRCUIT DONT L'IMPORTANCE EST CRITIQUE POUR LA SÉCURITÉ...
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• When the Remote Commander causes mulfunction, consult the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide and be easily accessible. with qualified Sony personnel. We change the Remote reasonable protection against harmful interference when the Commander as new one according to the guarantee.
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Table of Contents Overview Precautions ..............6 (EN) Features ..............8 (EN) Location and Function of Controls ......9 (EN) Front ................9 (EN) Rear ................. 13 (EN) Remote Commander ..........15 (EN) Setting up and projecting Installing the Projector ..........17 (EN) Connecting ...............
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• Do not place your hand or objects near the ventilation holes — the air coming out is hot. • When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, the Sony PSS-600 Projector Suspension Support must be used for installation. • Be careful not to catch your fingers by the adjusters when you lift up the projector.
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1024 × 768 dots for RGB input and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input. Simple setup • Sony original APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) function You can get the clearest picture automatically by simply pressing the APA key when the signal is input from a computer.
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Location and Function of Controls !£ Speakers How to install the Remote Commander in the front cover !¢ Control panel For details, see “Control panel” on page 11 (EN). Install the Remote Commander in the back of the front !∞ Lens hood cover and fix it with the velcro tapes.
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STANDBY: Lights in red when the AC power cord The illustration above is the VPL-X600U/M model. is plugged into the wall outlet. Once in the standby mode, you can turn on the...
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INPUT AUDIO PICTURE !¢ !£ MENU LASER !™ The illustration above is the VPL-X600U/M model. !ª ENTER R CLICK !¡ 1 VIDEO IN jacks MOUSE (13-pin): Connects to the mouse port on a RESET Connect to external video equipment such as a VCR.
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Install the two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) Connects to the CONTROL S IN jack on the projector projector on a table. For ceiling installation, consult with qualified Sony with the correct polarity. with the connecting cable (not supplied) when using personnel (see page 34 (EN)).
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Connecting Note on the VPL-X600E model Note The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for the VIDEO IN Connect all the connecting cables to the INPUT A connector when you and AUDIO IN jacks. input a signal from the INPUT A connector. Connect all the cables to the INPUT B connector when you input a signal from the INPUT B connector Connecting with a Computer as well.
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CONTROL S IN to audio/video to S video PLUG IN POWER outputs output Audio/video cable INPUT A INPUT B S-Video cable (VPL-X600U/M: supplied MOUSE AUDIO MOUSE AUDIO (not supplied) VPL-X600E: supplied with the IFB-X600E Interface Board) Rear VIDEO IN AUDIO IN...
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Press the PATTERN key on the control panel to display the H pattern, and turn the focus ring to adjust the focus. HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH Press the PATTERN key again to clear the pattern. Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the picture.
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The PICTURE CTRL Menu The PICTURE CTRL (control) menu is used for CONTRAST SHARP COLOR TEMP adjusting the picture. Unadjustable items depending on the input signal are Adjusts the picture contrast. Adjusts the picture sharpness. Adjusts the color temperature. not displayed in the menu. Note on the VPL-X600E model V I DEO P I CTURE CTRL...
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ASPECT Input signals and adjustable/setting items Sets the aspect ratio of the picture. Item Input signal When inputting 16:9 (squeezed) signal from Video or 15k RGB HDTV RGB B&W equipment such as a DVD player, set to 16:9. S video Component (Y/C) DOT PHASE –...
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Installation Examples The SET SETTING Menu The on-screen picture size changes according to the input signal. Note that LANGUAGE POWER SAVING the projection distance also changes depending on the picture size. Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen When set to ON, the projector goes into the power Floor Installation displays.
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Do not install the projector in the following situations. These installations Ceiling Installation may cause mulfunction or damage to the projector. When installing the projector on the ceiling, use the For ceiling installation, consult with qualified Sony PSS-600 Projector Suspension Support. personnel. Poorly ventilated •...
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Notes on Installation Maintenance Carry out the followings. Note on the Time to Replace the Cleaning the Air Filter Lamp The air filter should be cleaned every 300 hours. When No toppling of the unit it becomes difficult to remove the dust from the filter, When it is time to replace the lamp, replace the lamp replace the filter with a new one.
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If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem, using the following Symptom Cause Remedy guide. If the problem still persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. The lamp cover or the air filter cover is Attach the cover securely (see page 37 (EN)) . The LAMP/COVER indicator detached.
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Specifications Specifications Optical characteristics Input/Output Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection VIDEO IN (only for VPL-X600U/M) system VIDEO: phono type LCD panel 1.3-inch TFT LCD panel, Composite video: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 2, 359, 296 pixels sync negative (75 ohms (786, 432 pixels ×...
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Specifications Pin assignment Mouse cable pin assignment Switch position for signal adapter SIC-S20 RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) to Macintosh 13-pin mini DIN 4-pin DIP switch ON (upper position) to Projector OFF (lower position) = 0 DIP switch R/R-Y N.C.
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Specifications Dimensions Top (with the front cover) Rear Front Center of the unit Center of the unit 57.5 (2 ⁄ ) 27.5 (1 ⁄ 48.8 35 (1 ⁄ 222.7 (8 ⁄ ⁄ 92.3 (3 ⁄ Center of 2.5 ( ⁄ projection balance 35 (1...
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• Do not carry the projector with the cabinet on and with its cover open. On installation • When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, the Sony PSS-600 Projector Suspension Support must be used for installation. • Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,...
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Overview On illumination This manual describes how to install the Sony LCD Data Projector VPL- • To obtain the best picture, the front of the screen should not be exposed X600U/E/M and VPL-S600U/E/M, how to replace the lens, how to change to direct lighting or sunlight.
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Changing the Lens Position for Rear Projection Replacing the Lens (Optical Axis Angle: 0 degree) You can install the following two types of lenses in the For rear projection, you can set the optical axis angle Install the lens with the lens stopper and the Remove the lens hood locking the lens by projector.
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Changing the Lens Position for Rear Projection (Optical Axis Angle: 0 degree) Lock the lens by tightening the four screws Disconnect the two connectors on the back of the Install the front panel and lock with the two screws (M4×12, with washers). front panel, one for cooling fan and the other for (M3×8, with washers).
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= x – SS/1.29 × 9.5 c = x – (SS/1.26 × 9.5 + 83.3) c = x – (SS/1.29 × 9.5 + 83.3) Macintosh 16-inch mode signal (horizontal 832 × vertical 624)/HDTV input Refer to the table of the VPL-X600U/E/M. (EN) (EN)
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= x – (SS/1.29 × 9.5 + 83.3) x: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen Macintosh 16-inch mode signal (horizontal 832 × vertical 624)/HDTV input Refer to the table of the VPL-X600U/E/M. (Continued) (EN) (EN)
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624)/HDTV input SS: Screen size diagonal (inches) XGA/SXGA signal input Refer to the table of the VPL-X600U/E/M. a min = (SS × 72.290/1.26 – 155) × 1.025 a min = (SS × 72.290/1.29 – 155) × 1.025 a max = (SS × 140.374/1.26 – 20) × 0.975 a max = (SS ×...
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SET SETTING menu. Macintosh 16-inch mode signal (horizontal 832 × For details, refer to the INSTALLATION in the Operating vertical 624)/HDTV input Instructions for the VPL-X600U/E/M or the VPL-S600U/E/ Refer to the table of the VPL-X600U/E/M. (EN) (EN)
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624)/HDTV input a max = (SS × 140.374/1.29 – 20) × 0.975 a max = (SS × 140.374/1.26 – 20) × 0.975 Refer to the table of the VPL-X600U/E/M. b = x b = x c = x – 74 c = x –...
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= 24.275 × SS/1.29 – 64 b = x b = x c = x – 74 c = x – 74 Macintosh 16-inch mode signal (horizontal 832 × vertical 624)/HDTV input Refer to the table of the VPL-X600U/E/M. (EN)
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2 Pull out the connector socket from the projector. Insert the connector socket (set the uneven side on the right) into the The IFB-X600E interface board is designed to be mounted on Sony interface board connector plug. Gather the wires together and VPL-X600E/S600E LCD data projector so that composite video or S place them in the hook of the interface board.
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Location and Function of Parts Specifications VIDEO IN jacks S VIDEO (4-pin mini-DIN type): Y (luminance) signal input: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohms terminated VIDEO IN AUDIO IN C (chrominance) signal input: burst 0.286 Vp-p ± 2 dB (NTSC), burst 0.3 Vp-p ±...
2-2-5. Power Supply Block Removal 2-2-6. F Board Removal • Remove the power supply block. (Refer to 2-2-5.) 5 Two screws (+BVTP 3X8) 2 Two screws 1 Screw (+PSW 3X8) 6 Power supply block (+PSW 4X8) 1 Screw 3 Two screws 3 Ground (+BVTP 3X8) 4 F holder...
2-2-8. C Board Removal 2-2-9. Optical Unit Removal • Remove the C board (Refer to 2-2-8.) 2 Four screws 5 Five screws (+PSW 3X8) (+PSW 4X12) 3 C board CN5008 6 Optical unit CN5003 CN5023 CN5007 CN5006 CN5020 CN5202 CN5022 CN5404 CN5012 CN5101...
2-2-12. Lens Removal 2-2-13. Lens Adjustment Any projection size is available when it’s within 40~100inches extent. 1 Four screws Screw driver (–) (+PSW 4X12) 2 Lens Lens Focus ring Zoom ring Screw driver blade (–) Procedure (0) Focus Ring = Mid Position (1) Zoom Ring = Tele End (2) Adjust focus using Focus Ring (3) Zoom Ring = Wide End...
SECTION 3 SET-UP ADJUSTMENTS Enter the FACTORY MODE in the following manner: 3. W/B: Copy the value in the LOW mode. RGB LEVEL spec. How to enter the FACTORY MODE: All of TP5106, TP5105, and TP5104 0IRE2.00 ± 0.02 Vdc 1.
3-2-3. Adjustment of VIDEO SUB HUE and 9. Input XGA green single-color FLAT FIELD 30 IRE to COLOR INPUT A, and adjust CXA2111 G GAIN so that the brightness Y30 will be within the specification. 1. Set the Color to 45. Brightness adjustment spec.
3-4. DOT PHASE & OSD DOT ADJUST- MENT 1. Select DOT PHASE in the user MENU, and adjust it. 2. If adjustment is insufficient and the part of the burst sig- nal jitters, enter the FACTORY MODE. 3. Enter the DOT PHASE adjustment screen of the Device Adjust.
SECTION 4 CIRCUIT ADJUSTMENTS 4-1. C BOARD ADJUSTMENT (A SIDE) (B SIDE) IC5105 TP5105 25 36 TP5106 TP5104 CN5101 CN5008 4-1-1. Signal Input 4-1-2. Adjustment of RGB Bias and Gain CN5101; 4 pin Make adjustment so that TP5104, TP5105, and TP5106 CN5101;...
SECTION 6 The components identified by EXPLODED VIEWS shading and mark are criti- cal for safety. NOTE: • The construction parts of an assembled Replace only with part number part are indicated with a collation number specified. • Items with no part number and no in the remark column.
SECTION 7 ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST NOTE: • The components identified by in this manual When indicating parts by reference number, The components identified by have been carefully factory-selected for each set shading and mark are criti- please include the board name. in order to satisfy regulations regarding X-ray cal for safety.
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C, NF, NR, U, V C, NF, NR, U, V LAMP (PANEL DRIVE,CPU) +13.5V +15.5V PROT SW IC5106 IC5005 IC5305 CN5304 TP5103 TP5106 TP5107 CN4101 GAMMER CONTROL R LCD DRIVER VVDD CN5023 IC5104 R MIX R OUT LAMP COVER CN5101 RGB AMP,OSD MIX HVDD 19 I-LAMP-C...
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H, QA, QC H, QA, QC (AUDIO) (CONTROL PANEL) IC1008 IC1007 AUDIO SW/PROCESSOR AUDIO AMP CN1001 CN6002 CN6003 CN1003 L SUB SP+ L SUB SP+ L SUB SP+ L-VIDEO 40 IN13 REO1 23 12 IN-L L-OUT 19 L SUB SP- L SUB SP- L SUB SP- 41 IN12...
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F, GA, GB, GBA F, GA, GB, GBA BALLAST LAMP CN8002 (POWER-FACTOR REGULATING CONTROL) C BOARD GND1 GND1 FLAG CN5006 L80005 CN8001 D8001 D8002 AC(N) RECT RECT AC(L) T7001 Q8001, Q8002 (SET POWER SUPPLY) IC7002 D7007 +5V REG CN8003 CN7001 SWITCTING RECT GND1...
9-2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND PRINTED WIRING BOARDS Reference information NOTE: . All capacitors are in µF unless otherwise noted. pF: RESISTOR : RN METAL FILM µµF : RC SOLID . Capacitors without voltage indication are all 50V. : FPRD NONFRAMMABLE .
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C (4/5) C (4/5) 15.5V 15.5V L5302 (4/5) L5301 15.5V-3 4.7µH 15.5V-4 4.7µH (PANEL DRIVE) C5306 C5307 C5322 C5323 F:CHIP :AL-CP F:CHIP :AL-CP SCEN SCEN B VCOM R VCOM B OUT R OUT TO P3 R-SID IN B-SID IN TO P3 15.5V 15.5V TP5301...
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SUB+5V CN7101 SUB+5V :B-TO-B CN7103 GND 2 SUB+5V GND 2 SUB+5V :S-MICRO POWER CONT GND 2 TO C(1/5) BOARD FAN PROT CN5003 GND 2 FAN CONT POWER CONT FAN PROT CN7110 FAN+B FAN CONT :S-MICRO FAN GND FAN+B FAN PROT FAN+B FAN GND CN7104...
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BB (6/6) BB (6/6) 3.3V C3131 R3080 4.7k F:CHIP 1/16W C3132 :CHIP 2B10 CLKEN1B F:CHIP RED NEW3 RED NEW2 RED NEW4 RED NEW1 RED NEW5 RED NEW0 RA3009 RED NEW6 RED NEW7 5V-4 BLUE NEW0 CLKENA2 BLUE NEW1 C3158 R3129 RA3010 BLUE NEW2 IC3022...