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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. AVERTISSEMENT Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à...
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Pour les clients au Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. For the customers in Europe The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC...
Table of Contents Precautions ... 6 Location of Controls Front/Right Side ... 7 Rear/Bottom ... 8 Remote Control ... 9 Connections and Preparations Unpacking ... 10 Step 1: Installing the Projector ... 11 Before Setting Up the Projector ... 11 Positioning the Projector and a screen ...
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Input Signals and Adjustable/ Setting Items ...75 Ceiling Installation ...77 Index ...81 Trademark Information “PS3” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Precautions 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.
Location of Controls Front/Right Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector. Control panel M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter) button (1 page 39) MENU button (1 page 39) INPUT button (1 page 28) (ON/STANDBY) switch (1 page 18) AC IN socket...
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) manganese batteries (2) Inserting the batteries into the remote control Push and slide to open.
Step 1: Installing the Projector The projector displays pictures output from a VCR or other device. The lens shift allows you to have broader options for placing the projector and viewing pictures easily. 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.
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Improper use Do not do any of the following while using the projector. Blocking the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust) Ventilation holes (intake) Ventilation holes (exhaust) For details on the location of the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of Controls”...
Positioning the Projector and a screen The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you use the lens shift features. Determine the installation position of the projector and screen. You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector so that the center of the lens is within the area indicated in gray in the illustration.
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When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size Screen Size SS (inches) (mm) 1016 1524 minimum 1201 1825 maximum 1840 2782 (109 To calculate the installation positions L (minimum) = 31.1781 (1 ) × SS – 46.1543 (1 L (maximum) = 47.0644 (1 y = –1.463 ×...
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When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen size Screen Size SS (inches) (mm) 1016 1524 minimum 1480 2243 maximum 2262 3414 (134 (16) To calculate the installation positions L (minimum) = 38.1569 (1 ) × SS – 46.1543 (1 L (maximum) = 57.5992 (2 ) ×...
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Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen. Top view Screen Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it fits the screen. (1 page 17) 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.
Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position. Lens shift dials 5, 6 Zoom lever, Focus ring (ON/STANDBY), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/</,/ panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control. Note Depending on the installation location of the projector, you may not control it with the remote control.
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Flashes in green for a while (tens of seconds) and then lights in green. To adjust the vertical position To adjust the horizontal position Press the (ON/STANDBY) switch to turn on the projector. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. When the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes, “Starting...”...
To adjust the horizontal position Turn the lens shift dial right or left. The picture projected on the screen moves right or left by a maximum of 25% of the screen width from the center of the lens. 1 screen width To adjust the vertical position Turn the lens shift dial up or down.
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Notes • The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below. In this connection, see “Positioning the Projector and a screen” (1 page 13) as well. Range of movement of the projected picture Projected Picture H: Width of the projected picture...
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To adjust the tilt of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level. Turn to adjust. Adjusters Notes • Pointing the projector at too high or too low of a tilt will result in trapezoidal distortion in the projected image.
Step 3: Connecting the Projector When making connections, be sure to do the following: • Turn off all equipment 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.
Notes • When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector, make sure the part of the HDMI input of the projector and the set at the same position. • If the picture from equipment connected to the projector with an HDMI cable is not clear, check the settings of the connected equipment.
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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. Right side of the projector : Video signal flow If you do not know to which connector you should connect the cable, S VIDEO INPUT (S video input connector) or VIDEO INPUT (video input connector), connect it to S VIDEO to enjoy better...
Connecting to a Computer Right side of the projector HD-Dsub15 pin cable (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied) : Video signal flow When connecting an HD-Dsub15 pin cable, set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup “Auto” or “Computer.” If the input signal does not appear properly, set it to “Computer.” (1 pages 51, 64) Notes •...
Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of 16 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. 2,3,4 M/m/</, (arrow)/...
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Press M/m to select the menu, and press , or Setup The setting items of the selected menu appears. Press M/m to select “Language,” and press , or Press M/m/</, to select a language, and press The menu changes to the selected language.
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 Example: To view the picture from the video equipment connected...
Notes on input of HDMI signal The projector adjusts the RGB dynamic range of the equipment connected with HDMI cable to the following to suit the HDMI standard and display in best picture quality. When video signal is input: Limited (16-235) When computer signal is input: Full (0-255) When a signal other than those of HDMI standard is input, the following symptoms may occur.
Operating the BRAVIA Sync Compatible Equipment with the Remote Control of the Projector By using the remote control of the projector, you can directly operate the BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment connected to the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 INPUT connectors of the projector.
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Notes • Only connected equipment compatible with BRAVIA Sync can be operated with the remote control of the projector. • Functions available to operate differ depending on the equipment. • For the functions available to operate, refer to the operating instruction of each equipment. Using the OPTIONS button to operate Press OPTIONS while viewing...
Selecting the Wide Screen Mode You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to the video signal received. WIDE MODE button Original When the Wide image Mode is operated Squeezed Press WIDE MODE. Each time you press the button, you can select the “Wide Mode”...
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Letterbox picture with side panels Letterbox picture Notes • You can adjust the vertical position of the picture with “V Center” and “Vertical Size” in the Screen menu only when “Zoom” is selected. (1 page 49) • When the aspect ratio of the computer signal is 16:9 or wider, the “Wide Mode” setting is fixed at “Full 1.”...
Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or room conditions. PICTURE MODE buttons DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA USER 1 USER 2 USER 3 Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA, USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3).
Adjusting the Picture Quality You can easily 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. Selecting to Directly Adjust the Desired Menu Item GAMMA CORRECTION button...
Selecting Desired Adjust Menu Items in the Order M/m/</, (arrow) / (enter) buttons ADJ PIC button Example: To adjust the contrast Press ADJ PIC. Each time you press the button, the following adjustment windows are displayed in sequence. “Advanced Iris”, “Lamp Control”, “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Color”, “Hue”, “Color Temp.”, “Sharpness”, “NR”, “MPEG NR”, “Film Mode”,...
Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing The Real Color Processing (RCP) feature allows you to adjust the color and hue of each target of the projected picture you specify independently. You can thus obtain a picture more suitable to your taste. Freeze the scene of the video source when you are adjusting the picture using Real Color Processing.
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2 Press to select “Position” or “Range,” and specify it more delicate color position and color range you want to adjust using < Adjust the color of the specified portions. Press to select “RCP Color” or “RCP Hue,” then adjust the color or hue of the portions selected in step 3 to suit your taste using <...
Using the Menus This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the menus. Operation through 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 a setting menu or adjustment menu with no main menu, or in the next menu window.
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Press MENU. The menu window appears. Press M/m to select a menu item, and press , or The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear. The item presently selected is shown in yellow.
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Pop-up menu Setting items Setting menu Adjustment menu Next menu window Setting items Press M/m to select an item you want to set or adjust and press , or The setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting menu, in an adjustment menu or in the next menu window.
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Make the setting or adjustment of an item. When changing the adjustment level To increase the value, press M/,. To decrease the value, press m/<. Press to restore the original screen. When changing the setting Press M/m to change the setting. Press to restore the original screen.
Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture. Note These items may not be available, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items” (1 page 75). Picture Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of picture or the environment.
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Cinema Black Pro Advanced Iris Switches the iris function during projection. Auto 1: Automatically switches to an optimum iris according to a projected scene. The contrast of the scene is emphasized most. Auto 2: An optimum iris becomes smaller than when set to “Auto 1”. The contrast of the scene becomes reduced.
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Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature. High: Equivalent to 11,000 K color temperature. Gives white colors a blue tint. Middle: Equivalent to 8,000 K color temperature. Gives a neutral tint between “High” and “Low”. Low: Equivalent to 6,500 K color temperature. Gives white colors a red tint.
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Expert Setting Gamma Correction Adjusts the response characteristics of the tone of the picture. Select a favorite tone from 6 options. Gamma 1: Bright Gamma 2 Gamma 3: Dark Gamma 4: Produces a picture with contrast emphasized slightly. This Gamma 5: Produces a picture with contrast emphasized more than with Gamma 6: Brightens dark areas in the picture, and expands gradation x.v.Color Set this item when playing back an x.v.Color video signal.
Advanced Picture Menu The Advanced Picture is used for adjusting the picture more. RCP (Real Color You can adjust the color and hue of each selected portion of the Processing) picture independently. User 1, User 2, User 3: You can adjust the picture using Real Color Processing and store the settings.
Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can adjust the size of the picture, and select wide screen mode, etc. Note These items may not be available, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items”...
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Over Scan Hides the outline of the picture. On: Hides the outline of the input picture. Select this setting when noise appears along the edge of the picture. Off: Projects the whole of the input picture. To display the displayable region within the four directions of the screen, refer to “Blanking”...
Setup Menu The Setup menu is used to change the factory preset settings, etc. Status Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed. Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for certain menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages. Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
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Power Saving Sets the power saving mode. When set to “On”, the projector goes into power saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. At that time, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange, then the screen becomes dark. In power saving mode, the power saving mode is cancelled if a signal is input or any button on the projector or the remote control is pressed.
• The operation of the projector and the connected Control for HDMI compatible equipment will synchronize with each other. • The Control for HDMI setting of Sony equipment (AV amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with “Control for HDMI - Easy Setting”*, will also be effective.
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All equipment listed (except AV amplifier) can be selected with SYNC MENU of the remote control of the projector. When “Enable” is selected, the Control for HDMI setting of Sony equipment (AV amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with “Control for HDMI - Easy Setting”, will also be effective.
Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings. V Keystone Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture. When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top ( When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom ( Note Depending on the picture position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio of the picture may change from the original...
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Panel Alignment This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or the picture. When set to “On”, the “Adjust Color” and the “Pattern Color” can be assigned and adjusted. Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color. Select “R”...
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 Displays the model name (VPL-HW15). Serial No. Displays the serial number. fH (horizontal frequency) Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.
About the Preset Memory No. This projector has 38 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory). When the preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal type and recalls the data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory number and signal type of that signal are displayed in the Information menu.
Others This section describes about the other functions, how to solve the problems, how to replace the lamp and air filter, etc. About the Control for HDMI What is the Control for HDMI? Control for HDMI is an HDMI standard mutual control function which uses the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification.
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 c The power may not turn on if you turn the power off with I/1 The power is not turned on.
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(1 page 49) Installation menu (1 page 55). menu to “On.” (1 page 50) purchase. Consult with your local dealer or qualified Sony personnel. page 53) (1 page 10) projector may work improperly or inadvertently. projector. (1 page 7)
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Others Symptom Cause and Remedy The fan is noisy. c Check the setting of “Cooling Setting” in the Setup c Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. c Check the installation conditions. (1 page 11) c When High contrast non-moving images are displayed for a Image is left on the screen.
LAMP/COVER flashes in red. (A repetition rate of 3 c The lamp has reached a high temperature. Wait until the lamp flashes) c The fan is broken. Consult with qualified Sony personnel. ON/STANDBY flashes in red. (A repetition rate of 4 flashes) c The internal temperature is unusually high.
Message Lists Warning messages Message Cause and Remedy c Turn off the power. High temp.! Lamp off in 1 min. c Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. c Frequency is out of range. Input a signal that is within the Frequency is out of range! c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.”...
Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter and Cleaning the Ventilation Holes (intake) Tools you need to get started: • Projector Lamp LMP-H201 (optional) • Standard Phillips screwdriver • Cloth (for scratch protection) The lamp used for the light source has a certain lifespan.
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Loosen the screw on the lamp cover with a Philips screwdriver, and then open the lamp cover. Loosen the 3 screws on the lamp with the Phillips screwdriver. Hold up the handle, then pull the lamp straight out. Hold the handle of the new lamp and push it in securely until it reaches the end, and then tighten the 3 screws.
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Remove the filter holder. Remove the air filter. Attach the new air filter so that it fits into the each claws (10 positions) on the filter holder. Note Attach the air filter aligning it with the shape of the filter holder. Also, do not touch the fan after removing the air filter that is set deep inside the projector.
Notes • Be sure to use an LMP-H201 Projector Lamp for replacement. If you use lamps other than the LMP-H201, the projector may malfunction. • Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug the power cord before replacing the lamp, then check the ON/STANDBY lamp has already been turned off.
Cleaning and the Screen of the Projector Cleaning the lens The lens surface is especially treated to reduce reflection of light. As incorrect maintenance may impair the performance of the projector, take care with respect to the following: • Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth.
Specifications System Projection system SXRD panel, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel 0.61-inch (15.4 mm) SXRD panel 6,220,800 pixels (2,073,600 pixels × 3) Lens 1.6 times zoom lens (manual) f=18.5 mm to 29.6 mm F2.50 to F3.40 Lamp 200 W Ultra High Pressure Lamp Projection picture size 40 inches to 300 inches (1,016 mm to 7,620 mm) (measured diagonally)
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Supplied accessories Remote control RM-PJVW70 (1) Size AA (R6) manganese batteries AC power cord (1) Lens cap (1) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-H201 (for replacement) Projector Suspension Support PSS-H10 Warning on power connection Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
Preset Signals The following table shows the signals and video formats which you can project using this unit. When a signal other than the preset signal shown below is input, the picture may not be displayed properly. Memory Preset signal (resolution) VIDEO/60 60 Hz...
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Memory Preset signal (resolution) 640 × 400 NEC PC98 VGA-2 (TEXT) /VESA70 VESA 85 (VGA400) 640 × 480 VESA 60 Mac 13 VESA 72 VESA 75 (IBM M3) VESA 85 (IBM M4) 800 × 600 VESA 56 VESA 60 VESA 72 VESA 75 (IBM M5) VESA 85...
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Preset memory numbers for each input signal Analog signal Signal Video signal (VIDEO INPUT and S VIDEO INPUT connectors) Component signal (INPUT A and Y P connectors) Video GBR signal (INPUT A connector) Computer signal (INPUT A connector) Digital signal Signal Component signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors) Video GBR signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors)
Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items The items in the menus available to adjust differ depending on the input signal. The following tables indicate them. The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu. Picture Menu Item Video signal Advanced Iris Lamp Control Contrast...
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Screen menu Item Video signal Wide Mode Over Scan – Screen Area * – V Center * Vertical Size * – Phase – Pitch – Shift – z : Adjustable/can be set – : Not adjustable/cannot be set : The setting can be made only when “x.v.Color” is set to “Off”. : The setting can be made only when “Over Scan”...
Ceiling Installation Use the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector on a ceiling. The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below. L’:Distance between the screen and the installation hole at the ceiling side of the ceiling mount unit (front side) y’: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen such that the picture will not be truncated or blocked Center of the screen...
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When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size Screen Size SS (inches) (mm) 1016 1524 (minimum) 1385 2008 L’ (maximum) 2013 2955 (116 ) (153 (minimum) y’ (maximum) To calculate the installation positions L’ (minimum) = 31.1781 (1 ) × SS + 137.7 (5 L’...
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For details on installation on a ceiling, refer to the Installation manual for Dealers of the PSS-H10. Make sure to consult with a qualified Sony personnel for installation. The installation measurements are shown below when installing the projector on a ceiling using the PSS-H10.
Front view 150 (6) 75 (3) 203.7 (8 203.7 (8 407.4 (16 Side view Center of the lens Front of the cabinet Ceiling 175 (7) Center of the supporting pole 93.5 (3 Center of the lens 182.8 (7 130 (5 227.8 (9) 236.1 (9 463.9 (18...
Index Adjust Signal APA ...49 Phase ...49 Pitch ...49 Shift ...49 Adjuster ...21 Adjusting picture position ...17 picture quality ...35 Advanced Iris ...44 APA ...49 Auto Input Search ...53 Background ...53 Black Level Adj..45 Blanking ...54 Brightness ...44 Ceiling Installation ...77 Cinema Black Pro ...44 Color Space ...46 Color System ...51...
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RCP ... 47 Remote control inserting the batteries ... 10 location of controls ... 9 Reset resettable items ... 42 resetting the items ... 42 Screen Area ... 49 Selecting the menu language ... 26 Sharpness ... 45 Specifications ... 70 Standby Mode ...