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For customers in the USA If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ The number below is for FCC related matters only. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: VPL-VW80...
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Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org). For 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 and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
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For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For customers in Europe Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.
Table of Contents Precautions ... 7 Location of Controls Front/Right Side ...8 Rear/Bottom ...9 Remote Control ...10 Connections and Preparations Unpacking ...11 Step 1: Installing the Projector ...12 Before Setting Up the Projector ...12 Positioning the Projector and a Screen ...14 Step 2: Connecting the Projector ...18 Connecting to a VCR ...18 Connecting to a Computer ...21...
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Others About the Control for HDMI ... 61 About the x.v.Color ... 62 Troubleshooting ... 63 Warning Indicators ... 66 Message Lists ... 67 Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter and Cleaning the Ventilation Holes (intake) ... 69 Cleaning the Air Filter ... 72 Cleaning and the Screen of the Projector ...
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. Press the button and open the cover. LENS button M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter) button (1 page 42) MENU button (1 page 42) INPUT button (1 page 30) (ON/STANDBY) switch (1 page 23)
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...
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 ) (146 ) (19 ) (25 ) (15 ) (20 ) (15 ) (17 To calculate the installation positions L (minimum) = 31.1781 (1 ) ×...
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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 ) (179 ) (23 ) (31 ) (18 ) (18 ) (17 (16) To calculate the installation positions L (minimum) = 38.1569 (1 ) ×...
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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 22) To project an image, connect video equipment to the projector. (1 page 18) 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: 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.
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To connect to a DVD player/recorder or Blu-ray Disc player/ recorder equipped with HDMI output You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder or Blu-ray Disc player/recorder equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector. Moreover, if you have a Control for HDMI compatible equipment, you can operate the projector synchronizing with the Control for HDMI compatible 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 54, 67) Notes •...
Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position. 5, 6, 7 Remote control detector Lens button (ON/STANDBY), INPUT, LENS, MENU, and M/m/</,/ side 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. Tips • You can select the desired language for the menu screen. For details, refer to “Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language”. (1 page 28) • When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function effective signals is automatically displayed by pressing INPUT.
When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation position. (1 page 57) When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function (1 page 56) To adjust the horizontal position Press </,. 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.
To adjust the vertical position Press M/m. The picture projected on the screen moves up or down by a maximum of 65% of the screen height from the center of the lens. screen height Note The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below.
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When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation and the focus. (1 page 57) When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function (1 page 56) Note Be sure to adjust the picture size and the focus by using buttons on the remote control or the control panel of the projector.
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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 Note Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the adjusters.
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 Setup menu, and press , or 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 When using an Anamorphic lens 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 52) •...
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Notes on selecting the wide screen mode The projector is featured with the WIDE MODE. When changing the settings of WIDE MODE, use caution as described below. • Select the wide screen mode taking into account that changing the aspect ratio of the original picture will provide a different look from that of the original image.
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 and USER 3 Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA and 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”, “Film Projection”, “Motion Enhancer”, “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Color”, “Hue”, “Color Temp.”,...
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.
Using the Supplied Software to Adjust the Picture Quality (ImageDirector3) By using the “ImageDirector3” (supplied as a CD-ROM), you can make the desired gamma correction from a computer connected to the projector. Connect the REMOTE connector of the projector with a computer and start-up “ImageDirector3” on the computer.
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 79). You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of Picture Mode picture or the environment.
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Advanced Iris Cinema Black Pro 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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Adjusts the brightness of the picture. Brightness The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker the picture. You can make adjustments by pressing the BRIGHTNESS+/– on the remote control. Adjusts the intensity of the color density. Color The higher the setting, the greater the intensity.
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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: Makes the scene much brighter overall. Gamma 2: Makes the scene brighter overall. Gamma 3: Makes the scene slightly brighter overall. Gamma 4: Makes the scene darker overall.
Advanced Picture Menu The Advanced Picture is used for adjusting the picture more. You can adjust the color and hue of each selected portion of the RCP (Real Color picture independently. Processing) 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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Hides the outline of the picture. Over Scan 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. Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed. Status Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for certain menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages. Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
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Sets the power saving mode. Power Saving 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. Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture. V Keystone 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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This feature allows you to adjust the displayable region within Blanking the four directions of the screen. Select each screen edge “Left / Right / Top / Bottom” on the Blanking adjustment screen with M / m buttons. Adjust the desired Blanking value with <...
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Set the amount to adjust with < / , buttons for the horizontal direction (H direction) and with M / m buttons for the vertical direction (V direction). You can select the position to adjust again by pressing Reset: Returns to the factory settings. Note Depending on the adjustments made above, colors may become uneven or the resolution may change.
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-VW80). Serial No. Displays the serial number. fH (horizontal frequency) Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.
Sony Control for HDMI compatible equipment such as a hard disk Blu-ray Disc player, a DVD player/recorder, an AV amplifier, etc. to a Sony Control for HDMI compatible TV or a projector with an HDMI cable, the equipment connected will synchronize with the TV or the projector when either is operated.
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.
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This is only a temporary condition. Turning off the power for a while will eliminate the retained image. menu to “On.” (1 page 53) purchase. Consult with your local dealer or qualified Sony personnel. (1 page 11) projector may work improperly or inadvertently.
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Others Symptom Cause and Remedy c Check the setting of “Cooling Setting” in the Setup The fan is noisy. c Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. c Check the installation conditions. (1 page 12) The lens shift cannot be c The lens shift cannot be adjusted over the range of movement.
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.
Note When a warning indicator other than the above starts flashing, and the symptom persists even after carrying out the above methods, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Message Lists Warning messages Message Cause and Remedy High temp.! Lamp off in 1...
Message Cause and Remedy Please clean the filter. c It is time to clean the air filter. Clean the air filter. (1 page 72) Note To clear this message, press any button either on the remote control or the control panel of the projector once. Please clean the filter.
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.
• 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. • The projector will not turn on unless the lamp is securely installed in place. •...
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Black points and bright points (red, blue, or green) on the screen The projector is manufactured using high- precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the projector. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.
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 (motorized) 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)
Operating humidity 35% to 85% (no condensation) Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Storage humidity 10% to 90% Supplied accessories Remote control RM-PJVW80 (1) Size AA (R6) manganese batteries AC power cord (1) Operating Instructions (1) CD-ROM (ImageDirector3) (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Warning on power connection Use a proper power cord for your local power supply. The United States, Canada Plug type YP-3 Female end YC-13 Cord type Rated Voltage 10A/125V & Current Safety approval UL/CSA * Use a rated plug that complies with the regulation of each country/region and the specifications. Preset Signals The following table shows the signals and video formats which you can project using this unit.
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Memory Preset signal (resolution) 1280 × 1024 VESA 60 1400 × 1050 SXGA + 1280 × 768 1280 × 768/60 1280 × 720 1280 × 720/60 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)
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 Film Projection...
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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 “Wide Mode”...
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 (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) 235 (9 470 (18 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 235 (9 202.3 (8) 130 (5 247.3 (9 235.1 (9 482.4 (19)
Index Adjust Signal APA ...52 Phase ...52 Pitch ...52 Shift ...52 Adjuster ...27 Adjusting picture position ...22 picture quality ...38 Advanced Iris ...47 APA ...52 Auto Input Search ...56 Background ...56 Black Level Adj..48 Blanking ...58 Brightness ...48 Ceiling Installation ...81 Cinema Black Pro ...47 Color Space ...49 Color System ...54...
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Standard ... 46 USER ... 37 User ... 46 Precautions ... 7 Preset Memory ... 60 Preset Signals ... 76 RCP ... 50 Remote control inserting the batteries ... 11 location of controls ... 10 Reset resettable items ... 45 resetting the items ...