Sony VPL Ew5

3-293-838-13 (1)
Data Projector
Operating Instructions
VPL-EW5
VPL-EX50/EX5
VPL-ES5
2008 Sony Corporation
determined by turning the equipment off and
WARNING on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
shock, do not expose this apparatus Increase the separation between the
to rain or moisture. equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
To avoid electrical shock, do not open circuit different from that to which the
the cabinet. Refer servicing to receiver is connected.
qualified personnel only. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
WARNING You are cautioned that any changes or
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE modifications not expressly approved in this
EARTHED. manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
IMPORTANT
The nameplate is located on the bottom. All interface cables used to connect
peripherals must be shielded in order to
WARNING comply with the limits for a digital device
When installing the unit, incorporate a pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
readily accessible disconnect device in the Rules.
fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an
easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If you have any questions about this product,
If a fault should occur during operation of you may call:
the unit, operate the disconnect device to Sony Customer Information Service Center
switch the power supply off, or disconnect 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
the power plug.
Declaration of Conformity
CAUTION Trade Name: SONY
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly Model: VPL-EW5, VPL-EX50,VPL-
replaced. Replace only with the same or EX5, VPL-ES5
equivalent type recommended by the Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
manufacturer. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
Dispose of used batteries according to the San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
manufacturers instructions. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This device complies with part 15 of the
This equipment has been tested and found to FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
comply with the limits for a Class B digital following two conditions: (1) this device
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. may not cause harmful interference, and
These limits are designed to provide (2) this device must accept any
reasonable protection against harmful interference received, including
interference in a residential installation. interference that may cause undesired
This equipment generates, uses, and can operation.
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference WARNING: THIS WARNING IS
to radio communications. However, there is APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY.
no guarantee that interference will not occur If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power
in a particular installation. If this equipment cord specified below.
does cause harmful interference to radio or DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER
television reception, which can be CORD.
2 WARNING
Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin Lamp in this product contains mercury.
(NEMA 5-15P Configuration) Disposal of these materials may be regulated
Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG due to environmental considerations. For
wires disposal or recycling information, please
Length Minimum 1.5m (4 ft .11in.), Less contact your local authorities or the
than 4.5 m (14 ft .9 5/8 in.) Electronic Industries Alliance
Rating Minimum 10A, 125V (www.eiae.org).
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V Disposal of Old Electrical &
may require the use of a different line cord or Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
attachment plug, or both. the European Union and other
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, European countries with separate
refer servicing to qualified service collection systems)
personnel.
This symbol on the product or
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS on its packaging indicates that
APPLICABLE FOR OTHER this product shall not be treated
COUNTRIES. as household waste. Instead it
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core shall be handed over to the
mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug applicable collection point for
with earthing-contacts that conforms to the recycling of electrical and
the safety regulations of each country if electronic equipment. By ensuring this
applicable. product is disposed of correctly, you will
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / help prevent potential negative
Appliance Connector / Plug conforming consequences for the environment and
to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere). human health, which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling of
If you have questions on the use of the above this product. The recycling of materials will
Power Cord /Appliance Connector /Plug, help to conserve natural resources. For more
please consult a qualified service personnel. detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local city office,
For the customers in Europe your household waste disposal service or the
The manufacturer of this product is Sony shop where you purchased the product.
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku,
Tokyo, Japan. For the customers in Taiwan only
The Authorized Representative for EMC
and product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters please refer to the
addresses given in separate service or
guarantee documents.
For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See
www.dtsc. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery
contains perchlorate.
Disposal of the used lamp

For the customers in the USA
WARNING 3
Table of Contents
Precautions ......................................... 5 About the Preset Memory No. ....34
Notes on Installation and Usage ........ 6 The SET SETTING Menu ................35
The MENU SETTING Menu ...........37
The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......38
Overview The INFORMATION Menu .............40
Features .............................................. 9
Location and Function of Controls .. 10
Maintenance
Top/Right Side/Front .................. 10
Rear/Bottom ............................... 10 Replacing the Lamp ..........................42
Control Panel .............................. 12 Cleaning the Air Filter ......................44
Connector Panel ......................... 14
Remote Commander ................... 15
Others
Projecting the Picture Troubleshooting ................................45
Messages List ..............................47
Installing the Projector ..................... 17 Specifications ...................................49
Connecting the Projector ................. 19 Installation Diagram .........................54
Connecting a Computer .............. 19 Floor Installation (Front Projection)
Connecting a VCR ..................... 21 ..................................................54
Projecting ......................................... 22 Ceiling Installation (Front
Turning Off the Power ..................... 24 Projection) ...............................56
Dimensions .......................................58
Index .................................................60
Convenient Functions
Selecting the Menu Language .......... 25
Security Lock ................................... 26
Other Functions ................................ 27
Direct Power On/Off Function ... 27
Off & Go Function ..................... 27
Effective Tools for Your
Presentation ............................. 27
Adjustments and Settings

Using a Menu
Using a MENU ................................ 29
The PICTURE SETTING Menu ...... 31
The INPUT SETTING Menu .......... 33
4 Table of Contents
Preventing internal heat build-up
Precautions The unit is equipped with ventilation holes
(intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do
Safety not block or place anything near these holes,
or internal heat build-up may occur, causing
Check that the operating voltage of your picture degradation or damage to the
unit is identical with the voltage of your projector.
local power supply. If voltage adaptation is
required, consult with qualified Sony
Cleaning
personnel.
Should any liquid or solid object fall into Before cleaning
the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it
Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord
checked by qualified personnel before
from the AC outlet.
operating it further.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is Cleaning the air filter
not to be used for several days. Clean the air filter whenever you replace
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the the lamp.
plug. Never pull the cord itself. Refer to the Cleaning the Air Filter on
The wall outlet should be near the unit and page 44 for the air filter cleaning.
easily accessible.
The unit is not disconnected to the AC Cleaning the lens
power source (mains) as long as it is The lens surface is especially treated to
connected to the wall outlet, even if the reduce reflection of light.
unit itself has been turned off. As incorrect maintenance may impair the
Do not look into the lens while the lamp is performance of the projector, take care with
on. respect to the following:
Do not place your hand or objects near the Avoid touching the lens. To remove dust
ventilation holes. The air coming out is on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use
hot. a damp cloth, detergent solution, or
Be careful not to get your fingers caught in thinner.
the adjuster. Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such
Do not spread a cloth or paper under the as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth.
unit. Stubborn stains may be removed with a
soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass
Illumination cleaning cloth lightly dampened with
To obtain the best picture, the front of the water.
screen should not be exposed to direct Never use solvent such as alcohol, benzene
lighting or sunlight. or thinner, or acid, alkaline or abrasive
Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is detergent, or chemical cleaning cloth, as
recommended. Use a cover over they will damage the lens surface.
fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the
contrast ratio. Cleaning the cabinet
Cover any windows that face the screen Clean the cabinet gently with a soft dry
with opaque draperies. cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed
It is desirable to install the unit in a room with a cloth lightly dampened with mild
where floor and walls are not of light- detergent solution, followed by wiping
reflecting material. If the floor and walls with a soft dry cloth.
are of reflecting material, it is Use of alcohol, benzene, thinner or
recommended that the carpet and wall insecticide may damage the finish of the
paper be changed to a dark color. cabinet or remove the indications on the
cabinet. Do not use these chemicals.
Precautions 5
If you rub on the cabinet with a stained
cloth, the cabinet may be scratched.
If the cabinet is in contact with a rubber or
Notes on Installation
vinyl resin product for a long period of and Usage
time, the finish of the cabinet may
deteriorate or the coating may come off.
Unsuitable Installation
LCD data projector
This LCD data projector is manufactured Do not install the projector in the following
using high-precision technology. You may, situations. Installation is these situations
however, see tiny black points and/or or locations may cause a malfunction or
bright points (red, blue, or green) that damage to the unit.
appear continuously on the LCD data
projector. This is a normal result of the Poorly ventilated locations
manufacturing process and does not
indicate a malfunction.
When the images are projected onto the
screens from multiple LCD data
projectors, they may generate color
distinctions because each projector has its
own color balance even if the projectors
are the same models.
Allow adequate air circulation to prevent

internal heat build-up. Do not place the
unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or
near materials (curtains, draperies) that
may block the ventilation holes. When
internal heat builds up due to blockage of
ventilation holes, the temperature sensor
will function, and the power will be turned
off automatically.
Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 7/8
inches) around the unit.
Be careful not to allow the ventilation
holes to inhale tiny objects such as pieces
of paper or clumps of dust.
6 Notes on Installation and Usage

Hot and humid Very dusty, extremely smoky
locations
Avoid installing the unit in a location Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or
where the temperature or humidity is very extremely smoky environment. Otherwise,
high, or the temperature is very low. the air filter will become obstructed, and this
To avoid moisture condensation, do not may cause a malfunction of the unit or
install the unit in a location where the damage it. Dust preventing the air passing
temperature may rise rapidly. through the filter may cause a rise in the
internal temperature of the unit. Clean the
Locations subject to direct cool or air filter whenever you replace the lamp.
warm air from an air-conditioner
Unsuitable Conditions
Do not use the projector under the following
conditions.
Do not stand the unit upright on

Installing the projector in such a location one side
may cause a malfunction of the unit due to Avoid using the unit standing upright on its
moisture condensation or a rise in side. It may cause malfunction.
temperature.
Near a heat or smoke sensor
Malfunction of the sensor may occur.

Do not tilt the unit to the right or left
Avoid tilting the unit to an angle of 15, and

avoid installing the unit in any way other
than placing it on a level surface or
suspending from the ceiling. Such an
installation may cause color shading or
shorten the lamp life excessively.
Notes on Installation and Usage 7

Do not block the ventilation holes Usage at High Altitude
When using the projector at an altitude of
1,500 m or higher, turn on High
Altitude Mode in the INSTALL SETTING
menu. Failing to set this mode when using
the projector at high altitudes could have
adverse effects, such as reducing
the reliability of certain components.
Avoid using a thick-piled carpet or anything

that covers the ventilation holes (exhaust/ Notes on Use
intake); otherwise, internal heat may build
Note on carrying the projector
up.
The unit is manufactured using high-
Do not place a blocking object just precision technology. When transporting the
in front of the lens unit stored in the carrying case, do not drop
the unit or subject it to shock, as this may
cause damage. When storing the unit in the
carrying case, disconnect the AC power cord
and all other connecting cables or cards, and
store the supplied accessories in a pocket of
the carrying case.
Do not place any object just in front of the Note on the screen
lens that may block the light during When using a screen with an uneven surface,
projection. Heat from the light may damage a striped pattern may rarely appear on the
the object. Use the PIC MUTING key to cut screen depending on the distance between
off the picture. the screen and the projector or the zooming
magnification settings used. This is not a
Do not use the Security bar for malfunction of the projector.
transporting or installation
Use the Security bar at the rear of the

projector for a purpose of preventing theft,
by attaching a commercially available theft
prevention cable for example. If you lift the
projector by holding the Security bar, or
hang the projector by using this bar, it may
cause the projector to fall or be damaged.
8 Notes on Installation and Usage

B Overview
Security Functions
Features
Security lock
This function makes it possible to prevent
High brightness High picture projection of a picture on the screen unless
performance the required password is entered when the
projector is turned on.
Overview
High brightness
Sonys unique optical system allows high Panel key lock
efficiency. This function locks all the keys on the
control panel of the projector, allowing use
High picture performance of the keys on the Remote Commander. This
VPL-EW5: Three super-high-aperture prevents the projector from operating
0.59-inch WXGA panels with incorrectly.
approximately 1,020,000 effective pixels
produce a resolution of 1280 800 dots Other Convenient Functions
(horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and
750 horizontal TV lines for video input. On-screen menu in 17 languages
VPL-EX50/EX5:Three super-high-aperture Picture muting
0.63-inch XGA panels with Freeze
approximately 790,000 effective pixels Lamp mode switching function (VPL-
produce a resolution of 1024 768 dots EX50/EW5 only)
(horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and Low power consumption in standby
750 horizontal TV lines for video input. Security bar
VPL-ES5:Three super-high-aperture 0.63-
inch SVGA panels with approximately About Trademarks
480,000 effective pixels produce a Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe
resolution of 800 600 dots (horizontal/ Systems Incorporated.
vertical) for RGB input, and 500 Windows is a registered trademark of
horizontal TV lines for video input. Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
Direct Power On/Power Off function Kensington is a registered trademark of
The AC power for the entire system can be Kensington Technology Group.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of
turned on and off by means of a breaker or
Apple, Inc.
other switch without going through a VESA is a registered trademark of the
standby mode. Video Electronics Standards Association.
Display Data Channel is a trademark of the
Simple maintenance Video Electronics Standards Association.
Even when the projector is mounted on the HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition
ceiling, you can clean the air filter easily Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
because it is located at the side. registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
Clean the filter at the same time as you LLC.
replace the lamp. All other trademarks and registered
trademarks are trademarks or registered
Short focal lens trademarks of their respective holders. In
this manual, and marks are not
The projection distance is very short, specified.
approximately 2.4 m (7.9 feet), when
projecting an 80-inch image, which allows
projection on a larger screen even in a
limited space.
Features 9
Location and Function of Controls
Top/Right Side/Front
2 5
3 6
Rear/Bottom
qa
qs qd qf qg qh
7 8 9 0
10 Location and Function of Controls

a Ventilation holes (exhaust)
b Lens
Remove the lens cover before
projection.
c Front remote control detector
Overview
d Control panel
For details, see Control Panel on
Security bar
page 12.
e Zoom ring p Security lock
Adjusts the picture size. Connects to an optional security cable
f Focus ring (from Kensington).
Web page address:
Adjusts the picture focus.
http://www.kensington.com/
g Ventilation holes (intake)/Air Note
filter cover
To maintain optimal performance, clean the
h Adjusters (fore pad) air filter whenever you replace the lamp.
i Lamp cover For details, see Cleaning the Air Filter on

page 44.
j Adjuster
k Connector Panel
For details, see Connector Panel on
page 14.
l AC IN socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
m Adjuster adjustment button

For details, see Using the adjuster on
page 23.
n Speaker
o Security bar
An anti-theft chain or wire
(commercially available) can be
connected to it.
If it is difficult to pull out, pull out the
Security bar using a screwdriver.
Location and Function of Controls 11

Control Panel
1 2 3 4 5 6
a ?/1 (On/Standby) key The fan runs for about 90 seconds after
Turns on the projector when the the power is turned off.
projector is in standby mode. To turn off Lights in orange when the power
the power, press the ?/1 key twice saving mode is on.
according to the message or hold the ?/1 For detail, see page 24.
key for about one second.
Lights up or flashes under the following b INPUT key
conditions: Selects an input signal. The input signal
Lights in red when the AC power cord will change whenever you press the key.
is plugged into a wall outlet. Once the
projector is in standby mode, you can c ENTER/V/v/B/b (Arrow) keys
turn it on with the ?/1 key. Used to enter the settings of items in the
Flashes in red when the temperature menu system, select a menu, or make
becomes high inside the projector, or various adjustments.
when the projector fails to operate.
Lights in green when the power is d LAMP/COVER indicators
turned on, and when it is ready to Flashes in orange under the following
operate. conditions:
Flashes in green from the projector is A reception rate of 2 flashes when the
turned on until the projector is ready to lamp cover or air filter cover is not
operate. Also, flashes in green while secured firmly.
the cooling fan is running after the A reception rate of 3 flashes when the
power is turned off with the ?/1 key. lamp has reached the end of its life or
reaches a high temperature.

e MENU key
Displays the on-screen menu. Press
again to clear the menu.
f PIC MUTING key

Cuts off the picture. Press again to
restore the picture.
Overview

Connector Panel
VPL-EW5
1 2 8 6 5 7
VPL-EX50 1 4 2 5 8 6 7
VPL-EX5 1 3 2 8 6 7
VPL-ES5
1 2 38 6
a VIDEO IN connector b INPUT A connector

S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin): RGB (HD D-sub 15-pin, female):
Connects to the S video output of Inputs a computer signal, video GBR
video equipment. signal, component signal, or DTV
VIDEO (phone type): signal depending on the connected
Connects to the video output of video equipment.
equipment. Connects to the output connector of
AUDIO (stereo minijack) (VPL- equipment using the supplied cable or
EW5/EX50 only): an optional cable.
To listen to sound output from video AUDIO (stereo minijack) (VPL-
equipment, connect via this jack to the EW5 only):
audio output of the video equipment. To listen to sound output from
computer, connect via this jack to the
audio output of the computer.

For details, see Connecting a In VPL-EW5/EX5/ES5:
Computer on page 19 and When INPUT A is selected, the output
Connecting a VCR on page 21. audio is the signal input to AUDIO of
INPUT A. When INPUT B (VPL-
c INPUT A/VIDEO IN AUDIO EW5 only) is selected, the output
connector (VPL-EX5/ES5 only) audio is the signal input to HDMI
Inputs audio signal attached to the image connector of INPUT B. When VIDEO
Overview
from INPUT A or VIDEO. or S VIDEO is selected, the output
audio is the signal input to AUDIO of
d INPUT A/ B AUDIO (VPL-EX50 VIDEO IN.
only)
Inputs audio signal attached to the image g REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-
from INPUT A or INPUT B. sub 9-pin female) (VPL-EX5/
EX50/EW5 only)
e INPUT B connector Connects to the connector of the
Digital RGB/Component connector computer when you operate the
(for HDMI and HDCP) (VPL-EW5 projector from the computer.
only):
Connects to the video output h Rear remote control detector
connector of the video equipment or
the computer equipped with HDMI/
DVI output connector (digital). Remote Commander
RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,
The keys that have the same names as those
female) (VPL-EX50 only):
on the control panel function identically.
Inputs a computer signal.
Connects to the output connector of
equipment using the supplied cable or 1 8
an optional cable.
2 APA INPUT
9
f OUTPUT connector 3 KEY
STONE
0
MONITOR (HD D-sub 15-pin ENTER
female): qa
Connects to the input connector of the 4 RESET MENU
qs
monitor. Only the computer signal on 5 PIC
MUTING
the current channel is output from D ZOOM VOLUME

qd
among the signals connected to 6 FREEZE
INPUT A or INPUT B (VPL-EX50 7

only).
AUDIO (stereo minijack): a INPUT key
Connects to the active speaker. Adjust
the volume with VOLUME +/- on the b APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
remote commander. Automatically adjusts a picture to its
clearest while a signal is input from a
In VPL-EX50: computer.
When INPUT A or INPUT B is
selected, the output audio is the signal For details, see Smart APA in The
input to AUDIO (INPUT A/B SET SETTING Menu on page 35.
AUDIO) that is common to INPUT A c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal
and B. When VIDEO or S VIDEO is distortion correction) key
selected, the output audio is the signal
Adjusts the vertical trapezoidal
input to AUDIO of VIDEO IN.
distortion of the image. Pressing this
key, the adjustment menu are displayed.

Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/B) for
adjustment.
d RESET key
Resets the value of an item to its factory
preset value or returns the enlarged
image to its original size. This key
functions when the menu or a setting
item is displayed on the screen.
e PIC MUTING key

Cuts off the picture. Press again to
restore the picture.
f FREEZE key 2 Install the lithium battery.

Freezes the projected picture. To cancel
the frozen picture, press the key again.
g D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/ key

Enlarges the image at a desired location
on the screen.
h Infrared transmitter
Face the +
side up.
i ?/1 (On/Standby) key
j v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys
3 Put the lithium battery holder back
k ENTER key into the Remote Commander.
l MENU key Notes on the lithium battery
A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is
m VOLUME +/ keys
used in the Remote Commander. Do not
use batteries other than CR2025.
Before using the Remote Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of
Commander children.
Pull out the clear film from the lithium Should the battery be swallowed,
battery holder. immediately consult a doctor.
To replace a battery Notes on Remote Commander

operation
1 Release the lock of the lithium battery Make sure that nothing obstructs the
holder by picking it, and pull out the infrared beam between the Remote
holder from the Remote Commander. Commander and the remote control
detector on the projector. Direct the
Remote Commander toward the remote
control detector.
The operation range is limited. The shorter
the distance between the Remote
Commander and the remote control
detector is, the wider the angle within
which the commander can control the
projector becomes.

B Projecting the Picture
Installing the Projector

The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the screen. Use
the following table as a guide.
Screen
Projecting the Picture

Distance between the screen and
the center of the lens
* Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone function has been done.
VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5
Unit: m (feet)
Projected image 40 80 100 150 200 250 300
size (diagonal)
(inches)
Minimum Distance 1.1 2.3 2.9 4.4 5.8 7.3 8.8
(3.6) (7.5) (9.5) (14.4) (19.0) (24.0) (28.9)
Maximum 1.4 2.8 3.5 5.2 7.0 8.8 10.5
Distance (4.6) (9.2) (11.5) (17.1) (23.0) (28.9) (34.5)
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table
above.
Installing the Projector 17

VPL-EW5
(When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2
Unit: m (feet)
Projected image 40 80 100 150 200 250 300
size (diagonal)
(inches)
Minimum Distance 1.2 2.5 3.1 4.6 6.2 7.7 9.3
(3.9) (8.2) (10.2) (15.1) (20.3) (25.3) (30.5)
Maximum 1.5 2.9 3.7 5.6 7.4 9.3 11.1
Distance (4.9) (9.5) (12.1) (18.4) (24.3) (30.5) (36.4)
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table
above.
Notes for VPL-EW5 only

When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to other than Full 2, black bands may appear at the top
and bottom or right and left of the screen.
When Aspect in the Signal menu is set to 4:3, the projected image size (diagonal) will be
approximately 88 % of Full 2 size.
For details on installation, see Installation Diagram on page 54.
18 Installing the Projector

To connect a computer
Connecting the Rear side
Projector VPL-EX50
When you connect the projector,

make sure to:
Turn off all equipment before making any
connections.
Use the proper cables for each connection.
Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose

connections may increase noise and
reduce performance of picture signals.
When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it
out by the plug, not the cable itself.
Connecting a Computer
This section describes how to connect the
projector to a computer.
For more information, refer to the
computers instruction manual.
to monitor output
Computer
to audio output
1 HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

2 Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
(Use a no-resistance cable.)
Notes
For stereo audio connection, connect the
stereo audio connecting cable to following
connectors:
VPL-EX5/ES5: INPUT A/VIDEO IN
AUDIO connector
VPL-EW5: INPUT A AUDIO connector
VPL-EX50: INPUT A/B AUDIO connector
The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA,
SXGA, SXGA+, WXGA signals. However,
we recommend that you set the output mode
of your computer to SVGA (VPL-ES5),
XGA (VPL-EX5/EX50) or WXGA (VPL-
EW5) mode for the external monitor.
Connecting the Projector 19

If you set your computer, such as a notebook To connect a computer (Digital) or
computer, to output the signal to both your video equipment (Digital) (VPL-EW5
computers display and the external monitor, only)
the picture of the external monitor may not
appear properly. Set your computer to output
Front (the connector panel on the right
the signal to only the external monitor. of the lens)
VPL-EW5
For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your computer.
Note
To connect a Macintosh computer equipped
with a video output connector of a type having
two rows of pins, use a commercially available
plug adaptor.
to DVI-D output Computer

connector
to HDMI connector DVD player
1 HDMI-DVI-D cable (not supplied)

2 HDMI cable (not supplied)
Notes
Be sure to use the HDMI cable with an
HDMI logo.
The HDMI connector of this projector is not
compatible with DSD (Direct Stream
Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer
Electronics control) Signal.
20 Connecting the Projector

To connect to a video GBR/
Connecting a VCR Component output connector
This section describes how to connect the
projector to a VCR. Rear side
For more information, refer to the VPL-EX50
instruction manuals of the equipment you
are connecting.
To connect to a video or S video

output connector
Rear side
VPL-EX50

to to to video
audio audio GBR/
output output component
(L) (R) output
VCR
1 Signal Cable (not supplied)

to audio HD D-sub 15-pin (male) 3 phono jack
output (L) 2 Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)
to S to audio (Use a no-resistance cable.)
video output (R)
output to video
output Notes
For stereo audio connection, connect the
stereo audio connecting cable to following
connectors:
VCR
VPL-EX5/ES5: INPUT A/VIDEO IN
AUDIO connector
1 Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) VPL-EW5: INPUT A AUDIO connector
(Use a no-resistance cable.) VPL-EX50: INPUT A/B AUDIO connector
2 Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable Set the aspect ratio using Aspect on the
(not supplied)
INPUT SETTING menu according to the
input signal.
When you connect the projector to a video
GBR output connector, select Video GBR
or when you connect the projector to a
component output connector, select
Component with the Input-A Signal Sel.
setting on the SET SETTING menu.
Connecting the Projector 21

4 Press the INPUT key to select the
Projecting input source.
Each time you press the key, the input
signal switches as follows:
1,2 Input-A t Input-B t Video t S-Video

(VPL-EW5/EX50 only)
To input from Press INPUT

to display
Computer/Component Input-A
connected to the INPUT
A connector
Computer connected to Input-B
the INPUT B connector
(VPL-EX50 only)
Computer/VCR, etc.
connected to INPUT B
(Digital) connector
Rear remote (VPL-EW5 only)
control detector
Video equipment Video
connected to the VIDEO
input connector
Video equipment S-Video
APA INPUT
connected to the
S VIDEO input
KEY
STONE
connector
ENTER
Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
RESET MENU
adjusts the picture of the connected
PIC
MUTING
equipment so that it is projected clearly.
D ZOOM VOLUME
FREEZE
Notes
If Auto Input Search is set to On, the
projector searches for the signals from
the connected equipment and displays
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall the input channel where the input signals
outlet, and connect all equipment, then are found.
remove the lens cover. For details, see Auto Input Search
The ?/1 key lights in red and the on page 35.
projector goes into standby mode. The Smart APA feature is effective for
the input analog signal from a computer
2 Press the ?/1 key. only.
The ?/1 key lights after flashing in
green. (The projector cannot be used 5 Switch the equipment connected to
while the ?/1 key is flashing.) output to the projector.
Depending on the type of your
3 Turn on the equipment connected to computer, for example a notebook, or an
the projector. all-in-one LCD type, you may have to
switch the computer to output to the
projector by pressing certain keys (e.g.,
22 Projecting
LCD / VGA , / , etc.), or by changing For VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5
your computers settings. When you adjust the tilt of the projector
with the adjuster, the V keystone
adjustment is performed at the same
F7 or Fx time. If you do not want to perform the
automatic keystone adjustment, set the
and V Keystone to Manual. (See
page 38.)
Fn If you set the V Keystone to Auto,
the V Keystone correction is
automatically adjusted. However, it may
Note not be perfectly adjusted depending on

The key used for switching the computer to the room temperature or the screen
output to the projector varies depending on angle. In this case, adjust it manually.
the type of computer. Press the KEYSTONE key to V
Keystone displays on the screen, and
adjust the value with the v/V/b/B keys.
6 Adjust the upper or lower position of
the picture.
Use the adjuster to adjust the picture
8 Adjust the size of the picture and the
focus.
position.
Adjust the picture size using the Zoom
Using the adjuster ring and adjust the picture focus using
Lift the projector while pressing the the Focus ring.
adjuster adjustment button, and adjust
the tilt of the projector, then release the
button to lock the adjuster.
Adjuster adjustment button
Notes
Be careful not to let the projector down
on your fingers.
Do not push hard on the top of the
projector or do not drag it hard with the
adjuster out. It may be occurred
malfunction.
7 Adjust the trapezoidal distortion

( ) of the picture. (VPL-ES5
only)
Press the KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander to display the
adjustment menu and adjust the tilt using
the v/V/b/B keys.
Projecting 23
Turning Off the
Power
1 Press the ?/1 key.
POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key
again. appears to confirm that you want
to turn off the power.
Note
The message disappears if you press any
key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not
press any key for five seconds.
2 Press the ?/1 key again.

The ?/1 key flashes in green and the fan
continues to run to reduce the internal
heat. Also, the ?/1 key flashes quickly
for the first 60 seconds. During this time,
you will not be able to light up the ?/1
key again with the ?/1 key.
3 Unplug the AC power cord from the

wall outlet after the fan stops running
and the ?/1 key lights in red. (Except
when using the Direct Power On/Off
function or the Off & Go function.)
24 Turning Off the Power

B Convenient Functions
The menu currently selected is shown as
Selecting the Menu a yellow button.
Language
You can select one of seventeen languages
for displaying the menu and other on-screen
displays. The factory setting is English.
To change the menu language, proceed as
follows:
1,2
4 Press the v or V key to select the
MENU SETTING menu, then press
the B or ENTER key.
The selected menu appears.
Rear remote
control detector
5 Press the v or V key to select

Language, then press the B or
ENTER key.
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall 6 Press the v, B, b or V key to select a
outlet. language, then press the ENTER key.
The menu changes to the selected
2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the language.
projector. To clear the menu
Press the MENU key.
3 Press the MENU key. The menu disappears automatically if a key
The menu appears. is not pressed for one minute.
Selecting the Menu Language 25

Enter the password on this screen.
Security Lock
Enter new password key.
The projector is equipped with a security
lock function. When you turn the power of
the projector on, you are required to input Power-on cannot be performed
the previously set password. If you do not without the password.
input the correct password, you will not be Use: Cancel: Other key
able to project the picture.
Notes 3 Enter the password again to confirm.

You will not be able to use the projector if
you forget your password and the password
administrator is not available. Be please Re-enter new password key.
aware that using the security lock can prevent
valid usage in such cases.
When you set the security lock being active,
the password will be necessary only when Be sure to remember this password.
Use: Cancel: Other key
the power is turned on after plugging the
power cord.
When the following message is
To use the security lock displayed, the setting for security lock is
completed.
1 Press the MENU key and then, on the
INSTALL SETTING menu, turn on
the Security Lock setting. If Invalid Password! is displayed on
the screen, perform this procedure again
2 Enter the password. from step 1.
Use the MENU, v/V/b/B, and ENTER
keys to enter the four-digit password.
(The default initial password setting is
ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.
After this is entered you can put in your 4 Turn the main power off and
own password. Therefore, when you use disconnect the AC power cord.
this function for the first time, please The security lock is set to on, then it
input ENTER four times.) becomes effective. The screen used for
entering the password is displayed when
the power is turned on the next time.
Enter password key.
Security certification
When the password screen is displayed,
Password required for power-on.
enter the password that was set. If you fail to
Use: Cancel: Other key enter the correct password after three tries,
the projector cannot be used. In this case,
press the ?/1 key to turn off the power.
Next, the screen for entering the new
password is displayed. (Enter the To cancel the security lock
password on this screen even if you want
to keep the current password.)
1 Press the MENU key, then turn off the
Security Lock setting on the
INSTALL SETTING menu.
26 Security Lock
2 Enter the password.
Enter the password that was set. Other Functions
Note
If you call the customer service center because
Direct Power On/Off Function
you have forgotten the password, you will need If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn
to be able to verify the projectors serial the power for the entire system on and off,
number and your identity. (This process may set the direct power on function to On. You
differ in other countries/regions.) Once your can turn the power on/off without pressing
identity has been confirmed, we will provide the power key on the projector.
you with the password.
Off & Go Function

If you are leaving the conference room
immediately, turn the projector off, and then,
you can unplug the AC power cord.
Effective Tools for Your
Presentation
To enlarge the image (Digital Zoom

function)
You can select a section of the image to
enlarge. This function works when a signal
from a computer is input.
This function does not work when a video
signal is input.
1 Project a normal image, and press the

D ZOOM + key on the Remote
Commander.
The digital zoom icon appears in the
center of the image.
Digital zoom icon
2 Move the icon to the point on the

image you want to enlarge. Use the
arrow key (v/V/b/B) to move the
icon.
3 Press the D ZOOM + key again.

The portion of the image where the icon
is located is enlarged. The enlargement
Other Functions 27
ratio is displayed on the screen for a few
seconds.
By pressing the + key repeatedly, the
image size (ratio of enlargement: max. 4
times) increases.
Use the arrow key (v/V/b/B) to scroll

the enlarged image.
To return the image to its original size

Press the D ZOOM key.
Just pressing the RESET key returns the
image back to its original size immediately.
To freeze the image projected

(Freeze function)
Press the FREEZE key. Freeze appears
when the key is pressed. This function works
when a signal from a computer is input.
To restore the original screen, press the
FREEZE key again.
28 Other Functions
B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
2 Use the v or V key to select a menu,
Using a MENU then press the B or ENTER key.
The selected menu appears.
The projector is equipped with an on-screen
menu for making various adjustments and 3 Select an item.
settings. Use the v or V key to select the item,
then press the B or ENTER key.
Display items The setting items are displayed in a pop-
Input signal indicator
up menu or in a sub menu.
Pop-up menu
Setting Selected input
Menu items signal
Input signal setting indicator MENU SETTING Input A
Status: On
L a n g u ag e : English A
M e nu Po s i t i o n : To p l e f t
Picture adjustment menu S t a r t U p I m ag e Bottom Left
Center
To p R i g h t
Bottom Right
Input signal indicator

Shows the selected input channel. x is
displayed when no signal is input. You can
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

hide this indicator using Status on the Sub menu
MENU SETTING menu. Menu Setting items
Input signal setting indicator PICTURE SETTING Input A
For Input-A: Shows Auto or Input-A ADJUST PICTURE S t a n d a rd

Contrast: 80
Signal Sel. setting on the SET Brightness: 50
SETTING menu. Gamma Mode:
C o l o r Te m p . :
Graphics
High
For Video/S-Video input: Shows Auto or
the Color System setting on the SET
SETTING menu.
1 Press the MENU key.

The menu appears.
The menu presently selected is shown as 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an
a yellow button in the column on the left.
item.
SET SETTING Input-A
When changing the adjustment
S m a r t A PA : On
level:
Auto Input Search:
Input-A Signal Sel.:
Off
Component
To increase the number, press the v or
Color System: Au t o B key.
Pow e r S av i n g : Off
IR Receiver: F ro n t & R e a r To decrease the number, press the V or
Pa n e l Key L o ck : Off
Lamp Timer Reset b key.
Press the ENTER key to restore the
previous screen.
When changing the setting:
Press the v or V key to change the
setting.
Press the ENTER or b key to restore
the previous screen.
Using a MENU 29
To clear the menu
Press the MENU key.
The menu disappears automatically if a key
is not pressed for one minute.
To reset items that have been

adjusted
Select the item that you want to reset, and
then press the RESET key on the Remote
Commander.
Complete! appears on the screen and the
setting of the item that you have selected is
reset to its factory preset value.
Items that can be reset are:
Contrast, Brightness, Color, Hue
and Sharpness on the Adjust Picture...
menu of the PICTURE SETTING menu
Dot Phase, H Size, and Shift on the
Adjust Signal... menu of the INPUT
SETTING menu
Storage of the settings

The settings are automatically stored in the
projector memory when the ENTER key is
pressed.
If no signal is input
If there is no input signal, Cannot adjust
this item. appears on the screen.
Unadjustable items
Items that cannot be adjusted, depending on
the input signal, are not displayed on the
menu.
For details, see page 41.
30 Using a MENU
The PICTURE SETTING Menu
The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume.
Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals.
For details, see Input signals and adjustable/setting items on page 41.
PICTURE SETTING Input A PICTURE SETTING Input-A
ADJUST PICTURE S t a n d a rd
Picture Mode S t a n d a rd
Contrast: 80
Adjust Picture...
Brightness: 50
Gamma Mode: Graphics
Vo l u m e : 30
C o l o r Te m p . : High
Setting items Functions Initial setting

Picture Mode Selects the picture mode. Set according to
Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a the input signal
dynamic picture.
Standard: Selects for the standard picture.
Game: Select for viewing game picture.

Living: Select for viewing sports, music, digital
video camera picture.
Cinema: Select for viewing film-like picture.
Presentation: Makes the picture suitably bright for a
presentation when the signal is input from a
computer.
Adjust Picture... The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for
each picture mode separately.
Contrast Adjusts the picture contrast. 80
Brightness Adjusts the picture brightness. 50
Color Adjusts color intensity. 50
Hue Adjusts color tones. The higher the setting, the more 50
greenish the picture becomes. The lower the setting,
the more purplish.
Sharpness Adjusts the picture sharpness. The higher the setting, 30
the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the setting,
the softer the picture becomes.
Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve. Graphics
Graphics: Improves the reproduction of halftones.
Photos can be reproduced in natural tones.
Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for images
that contain lots of text.
Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature. Set according to
High: Makes white colors bluish. the input signal
Middle: Makes white part of the picture natural
white.
Low: Makes white colors reddish.
The PICTURE SETTING Menu 31

DDE (Dynamic Selects the mode to play the input video signal Film
Detail according to the material.
Enhancer) Off: Plays back the interlace format without
conversion.
Progressive: Plays back the video picture of the
interlace format converting to progressive.
Film: Plays back a smooth picture in a softwear of 2-
2, 2-3 pull-down type like a movie. When other than
the softwear of 2-2, 2-3 pull-down type is played
back, it is automatically switched to "Progressive".
Volume Adjusts the volume. 30
32 The PICTURE SETTING Menu

The INPUT SETTING Menu
The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal.
When the signal is input from a computer

Adjust Signal...
Dot Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal Set according to
output from a computer. the input signal
Adjust the picture further for finer picture after the
picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key.

H Size Adjusts the horizontal size of a picture output from a Set according to
computer. Adjust the setting according to the dots of the input signal
the input signal.
For details, see page 52.
Shift Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts the Set according to
horizontal position of the picture.V adjusts the vertical the input signal
position of the picture. As the setting for H increases,
the picture moves to the right, and as the setting
decreases, the picture moves to the left.
As the setting for V increases, the picture moves up,
and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down.
Use the b or the B key to adjust the horizontal
position and the v and V key for the vertical position.
Aspect (When the You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be Set according to
video signal is displayed for the current input signal. This item is the input signal
input) enabled only when an video signal (preset memory
numbers 1 to 11) is input.
Normal*1: Select to view a picture with normal 4:3
aspect ratio.
4:3*2: Makes the aspect ratio 4:3.
16:9*2: Select to view a picture squeezed.
Full*1: Select to view a picture of 16:9 or of 4:3
squeezed.
Zoom: Select to enlarge the original picture without
distorting the aspect ratio.
Wide Zoom*1: Select to enlarge a picture with
minimum distortion.
The INPUT SETTING Menu 33

Aspect (When the You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be Set according to
PC signal is input) displayed for the current input signal. This item is the input signal
enabled only when an PC signal (preset memory
numbers 21 to 63) is input.
Full 1: Displays a picture vertically or horizontally to
fill the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the
original picture.
Full 2: The original image is projected fully in the
window.
Normal: Displays the picture while matching one
pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD. The
picture will be clear but the picture size will be
smaller.
Zoom*1: Select to enlarge the original picture
without distorting the aspect ratio.
*1: VPL-EW5 only
*2: VPL-EX5/EX50/ES5 only
Notes
For Aspect, some of the Aspect setting items are not displayed on the screen according to the
input signal.
Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by
switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers,
which are legally protected.
About the Preset Memory No.

This projector has 45 types of preset data for
input signals (the preset memory). When a
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 on the INFORMATION
menu (See page 40). You can also adjust the
preset data through the INPUT SETTING
menu.
See the chart on page 52 to find if the signal
is registered in the preset memory.
Note
When the aspect ratio of input signal is other
than Full 2, a part of the screen may be
displayed in black.
34 The INPUT SETTING Menu

The SET SETTING Menu
The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
SET SETTING Input-A
S m a r t A PA : On
Auto Input Search: Off
Input-A Signal Sel.: Au t o
Color System: Au t o
IR Receiver: F ro n t & R e a r
Lamp Timer Reset

Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On
adjusts Dot Phase, H Size and Shift on 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. Once the specified input signal has
been adjusted by the Smart APA, it will not be

readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and
connected again or the input channel is changed. You
can adjust the picture by pressing the APA key on the
Remote Commander even if Smart APA set to
On.
Off: The APA functions when you press the APA key
on the Remote Commander.
Auto Input Search When set to On, the projector detects input signals in Off
the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EW5/
EX50 only)/Video/S-Video. It indicates the input
channel when the power is turned on or the INPUT key
is pressed.
Input-A Signal Sel. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment Auto
connected to the INPUT A connector.
Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by
selecting Input-A with the INPUT key.
Auto: Selects the input signal type automatically.
Computer: Inputs the signal from a computer.
Component: Inputs the component signal from a
DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, digital
tuner, etc.
Video GBR: Inputs the signal from a TV game or
HDTV broadcast.
Color System Selects the color system of the input signal. Auto
If you select Auto, the projector detects the color
system of the input signal automatically. If the picture
is distorted or colorless, select the color system
according to the input signal.
The SET SETTING Menu 35

Power Saving Selects the Power Saving mode. Off
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 key 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.
IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on Front & Rear
the front and rear of the projector.
Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear
detectors.
Front: Activates the front detector only.
Rear: Activates the rear detector only.
Panel Key Lock Locks all the control panel keys on the top panel of the Off
projector so that the projector can be operated only
with the Remote Commander.
To lock the control panel keys, set to On.
When it is set to On, keeping the ?/1 key on the
control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the projector
on when it is in standby mode, and turns the projector
to standby mode when the power is on. If you press
and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when
the power is on, the lock will be released and Panel
Key Lock is automatically set to Off.
Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer.
Notes
Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes
a black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the image
may not be displayed on the screen.
- You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while Adjusting appears on the
screen.
- The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal.
- Adjust the Dot Phase, H Size, and Shift items on the INPUT SETTING menu when you
adjust the picture manually.
If the input signal is not displayed correctly when the input A signal classifying is set to "Auto",
set it to conform the input signal.
36 The SET SETTING Menu

The MENU SETTING Menu
The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays.

Status (on-screen Sets up the on-screen display. On
display) When set to Off, turns off the on-screen displays
except for the menus, a message when the power is
turned off, and warning messages.
Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen English
displays. The languages available are: English,
Nederlands, Franais, Italiano, Deutsch, Espaol,

Portugus, , Svenska, Norsk, ,
, , , ,
and .
Menu Position Selects the display position of the menu from Top Center
Left, Bottom Left, Center, Top Right, and
Bottom Right.
Start Up Image On: Displays the Start Up Image in the window after On
turning on the power.
Off: Does not displays the Start Up Image in the
window after turning on the power.
The MENU SETTING Menu 37

The 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 e c u r i t y L o ck : Off
D i r e c t Pow e r O n : O f f

V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection Auto
(VPL-EX50/ angle. Select Auto for automatic correction, or Manual
EX5/EW5 only) for manual correction using the v/V/b/B keys.
When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top
: Sets a lower value.
When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom
: Sets a higher value.
V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0
(VPL-ES5 only) angle using the v/V/b/B keys on the Remote Commander.
When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top
: Sets a lower value.
When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom
: Sets a higher value.
Image Flip Flips the image on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. Off
HV: Flips the image horizontally and vertically.
H: Flips the image horizontally.
V: Flips the image vertically.
Off: The image does not flip.
Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal Blue
is input to the projector. Select Black or Blue.
Normally, set to Blue.
Lamp Mode Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection. Standard
(VPL-EW5/ High: Illuminates the projected image brightly.
EX50 only) Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption.
The brightness of the projected image will be lower
compared with the High setting.
High Altitude Set to On when the projector is used at an altitude of Off
Mode 1,500 m or higher.
Security Lock Turns on the projectors security lock function. Off
When set to On, turns on the security lock function,
which locks the projector once a password has been set.
For details, see Security Lock on page 26.
Direct Power On Set to On if you are using a circuit breaker to turn the Off
power on/off the entire system. You can turn the power on/
off without pressing the power key on the projector.
38 The INSTALL SETTING Menu

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.
Notes on VPL-EX50/EX5/EW5
The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending
on the room temperature or the screen angle.
If you need fine adjustment when V Keystone is set to Auto, press the KEYSTONE key on the
control panel or the remote commander, and change the value. The setting mode will be
temporarily changed to Manual from Auto.
If you want restore the Auto setting, first switch the V Keystone setting to Manual, then return
it to Auto.
When you want to apply the fine adjustment value the next time, change the V Keystone setting to
Manual from Auto.
The INSTALL SETTING Menu 39

The 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 Input A
VPL-EX50 Serial No. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Serial number
fH: 48,47kHz
fV: 60,00Hz
No.23 Memory number of an input signal
1024x768
Lamp Timer: 2 H
Signal type
Setting items Functions

fH Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
fV Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.
Note
These are only displayed on the screen. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be
altered.
40 The INFORMATION Menu

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.
Adjust Picture... menu
Item Input signal

Video or S-Video Component Video GBR Computer B&W
(Y/C)
Picture Mode z z z z z
Adjust Picture...
Contrast z z z z z
Brightness z z z z z
Color z z z
Hue z z z
(NTSC 3.58/4.43
only)
Sharpness z z z z
Gamma Mode z
Color Temp. z z z z*2 z
DDE z z z z

(Interlace format (Interlace
only)*1 format only)*1
Volume z z z z z
z : Adjustable/can be set
: Not adjustable/cannot be set
*1
: Except for preset memory No. 7, 8
*2: Cannot be set in the Presentation mode
INPUT SETTING menu
Item Input signal

Video/S-Video (Y/C) Component Video GBR Computer
Aspect z z z z*3
Adjust Signal
Dot Phase z
H size z
Shift z z z
z : Adjustable/can be set
: Not adjustable/cannot be set
*3: Can be set except preset memory number 49.
The INFORMATION Menu 41

B Maintenance
Replacing the Lamp

The lamp used as a light source is
consumable product. Thus replace the lamp
with a new one in the following cases.
When the lamp has burnt out or dims
Please replace the Lamp. appears on the
screen
The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up
(repeats flashing three times)
The lamp life varies depending on
conditions of use.
Use an LMP-E190 Projector Lamp as the Note
replacement lamp. For safety reasons, do not loosen any other
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-E190 screws.
may cause damage to the projector.
4 Loosen the two screws on the lamp
Notes unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a).
If the lamp breaks, ask qualified Sony Fold out the handle (b), then pull out
personnel to replace the lamp and to check the lamp unit by the handle (c).
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 Handle
while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks.
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect

the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
Note
When replacing the lamp after using the
projector, wait for at least an hour for the
lamp to cool.
2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)

beneath the projector. Turn the
projector over so you can see its
underside.
Note
Be sure that the projector is stable after
turning it over.
3 Open the lamp cover by loosening the

screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
42 Replacing the Lamp

5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until 11Select Lamp Timer Reset, and then
it is securely in place (a). Tighten the press the ENTER key.
two screws (b). Fold down the
handle to replace it (c). SET SETTING Input-A
S m a r t A PA : On
Auto Input Search: Off
Input-A Signal Sel.: Au t o
Color System: Au t o
IR Receiver: F ro n t & R e a r
Lamp Timer Reset
12Select Execute with the V key, and

then press the ENTER key.
The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0, and
Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?
is displayed in the menu screen.
Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?
Notes Yes: No:

Be careful not to touch the glass surface
of the lamp. Refer to page 44 for Cleaning the Air
The power will not turn on if the lamp is Filter.
not secured properly.
Do not allow any liquid or other objects 13Select Yes with the v key.
into the slot to avoid electrical shock or Lamp Timer Reset Complete! is
fire. displayed in the menu screen.
Maintenance
6 Close the lamp cover and tighten the Disposal of the used lamp
screw. For the customers in the USA
Lamp in this product contains mercury.
Note Disposal of these materials may be regulated
Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely due to environmental considerations. For
as it was. If not, the projector cannot be disposal or recycling information, please
turned on. contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance
(www.eiae.org).
7 Turn the projector back over.
8 Connect the power cord.

The ?/1 key lights in red.
9 Press the ?/1 key to turn the projector

on.
10Press the MENU key, and then select

the Setup menu.
Replacing the Lamp 43

5 Attach the air filter so that it fits into
Cleaning the Air the each claws on the air filter cover
and replace the cover.
Filter
Notes
The air filter should be cleaned whenever If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust
you replace the lamp. may accumulate, clogging it. As a result,
Remove the air filter, and then remove the the temperature may rise inside the unit,
dust with a vacuum cleaner. leading to a possible malfunction or fire.
The time needed to clean the air filter will Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly;
vary depending on the environment or how the power can not be turned on if it is not
the projector is used. closed securely.
The air filter has a face and a reverse side.
When it becomes difficult to remove the dust Place the air filter so that it fits in a notch on
from the filter with a vacuum cleaner, the air filter cover.
remove the air filter and wash it.
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.
Claws
4 Wash the air filter with a mild

detergent solution and dry it in a
shaded place.
44 Cleaning the Air Filter

B Others
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 key at a short
interval.
c Wait for about 90 seconds before turning on the power
(see page 24).
The lamp cover is not secured.
c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 43).
The air filter cover is detached.
c Attach the air filter cover securely (see page 44).
Picture
No picture. A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
c Check that the proper connections have been made (see
page 19).
The connections are wrong.
c This projector is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data
Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with DDC, turn
the projector on according to the following procedures.
1 Connect the projector to the computer.
2 Turn the projector on.
3 Start the computer.
Input selection is incorrect.
c Select the input source correctly (see page 22).
The picture is muted.
c Press the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see
Others
page 16).
The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or
set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a
computer.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor
(see page 19).
The picture is noisy. 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 The input signal cannot be received at Auto of Input-A Signal
INPUT A connector is Sel on the SET SETTING menu, or the setting of Input-A Signal
colored strangely. Sel is incorrect.
c Selects Computer, Video GBR or Component correctly
according to the input signal (see page 35).
Troubleshooting 45
On-screen display does not Status on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to Off.
appear. c Set Status on the MENU SETTING menu to On (see
page 37).
Color balance is incorrect. The picture has not been adjusted properly.
c Adjust the picture (see page 31).
The projector is set to the wrong color system.
c Set Color System on the SET SETTING menu to match the
color system being input (see page 35).
The picture is too dark. Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly.
c Adjust the contrast or brightness on the Adjust Picture... menu
properly (see page 31).
The lamp has burnt out or is dim.
c Replace the lamp with a new one (see page 42).
The picture is not clear. The picture is out of focus.
c Adjust the focus (see page 23).
Condensation has accumulated on the lens.
c Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on.
The image extends beyond The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges
the screen. around the image.
c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key.
c Adjust Shift on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see
page 33).
This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the
acceptable range of the projector.
c Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency.
The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too
high.
c Set the output setting to SVGA (VPL-ES5), XGA (VPL-EX50/
EX5) or WXGA (VPL-EW5) (see page 19).
The picture flickers. Dot Phase on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted
properly.
c Adjust Dot Phase on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see
page 33).
Sound
No sound. A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
c Check that the proper connections have been made (see
page 19).
The audio connecting cable used is incorrect.
c Use a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 19).
The sound is not adjusted properly.
c Adjust the sound with the VOLUME +/ key on the Remote
Commander or adjust Volume on the PICTURE SETTING
menu (see page 32).
46 Troubleshooting
Remote Commander
The Remote Commander The Remote Commander battery are dead.
does not work. c Replace them with new battery (see page 16).
Others
The control panel keys do The control panel keys are locked.
not function. c Unlock the control panel keys (see page 36).
Indicators
The LAMP/COVER The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached.
indicator flashes in orange. c Attach the cover securely (see pages 43 and 44).
(Repetition rate of 2
flashes)
The LAMP/COVER The lamp has reached the end of its life.
indicator flashes in orange. c Replace the lamp (see page 42).
(Repetition rate of 3 The lamp has reached a high temperature.
flashes) c Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power
again.
:/1 key flashes in red. The internal temperature is unusually high.
(Repetition rate of 2 c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
flashes) The projector is being used at a high altitude.
c Ensure that High Altitude Mode in the Setup menu is set to
On.
:/1 key flashes in red. The fan is broken.
(Repetition rate of 4 c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
flashes)
:/1 key flashes in red. Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the :/1 key
(Repetition rate of 6 stops flashing, plug the power cord to the wall outlet, and then turn
Others
flashes) the projector on again. If the ON/STANDBY flashes in red and the
problem persists, the electrical system has failed.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Messages List
Warning Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Message Meaning and Remedy
Please replace the Lamp It is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter.
and clean the Filter. c Replace the lamp (see page 42) and clean the filter (see
page 44).
When this message appears even after replacing the lamp, the task
has not been completed.
c Perform the operation of steps 10 to 13 on page 43
Troubleshooting 47
Caution Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Message Meaning and Remedy
Not applicable! You have pressed the wrong key.
c Press the appropriate key.
The panel keys are locked! Panel Key Lock on the SET SETTING menu is set to On.
c All the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked.
Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander
(see page 36).
48 Troubleshooting
200-inch: 6.2 to 7.4 m
Specifications (20.3 to 24.3 feet)
250-inch: 7.7 to 9.3 m
(25.3 to 30.5 feet)
Optical characteristics 300-inch: 9.3 to 11.1 m
(30.5 to 36.4 feet)
Projection system
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection There may be a slight difference between the
system actual value and the design value shown above.
LCD panel VPL-ES5: 0.63-inch SVGA panel,
about 1,440,000 pixels (800 Electrical characteristics
600 3)
VPL-EX50/EX5: 0.63-inch XGA Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/
panel, about 2,360,000 pixels NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/
(1024 768 3) PAL60 system, switched
VPL-EW5: 0.59-inchvWXGA automatically/manually
panel, about 3,070,000 pixels (NTSC4.43 is the color system used
when playing back a video
(1280 800 3)
recorded in NTSC on a
Lens 1.2 times zoom lens NTSC4.43 system VCR.)
f 18.53 to 22.18 mm/F1.65 to 1.93 Resolution VPL-ES5: 500 horizontal TV lines
Lamp 190 W Ultra high pressure lamp (Video input)
Projected picture size 800 600 dots (RGB input)
40 to 300 inches (measured VPL-EX5/EX50: 750 horizontal
diagonally) TV lines (Video input)
Light output VPL-EX501): 2500 lm 1024 768 dots (RGB input)
VPL-EW51)/EX5/ES5: 2000 lm VPL-EW5: 750 horizontal TV
1) lines (video input)
When the Lamp Mode is set to High.
1280 800 dots (RGB input)
Throwing distance (When placed on the floor./ Acceptable computer signals2)
Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone fH: 19 to 92 kHz
function has been done. ) fV: 48 to 92 Hz
VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5: (Maximum input signal resolution:
40-inch: 1.1 to 1.4 m SXGA+ 1400 1050
(3.6 to 4.6 feet) fV: 60 Hz)
2) Set the resolution and the frequency of the
80-inch: 2.3 to 2.8 m
(7.5 to 9.2 feet) signal of the connected computer within the
100-inch: 2.9 to 3.5 m range of acceptable preset signals of the
(9.5 to 11.5 feet) projector.
150-inch: 4.4 to 5.2 m
Others
(14.4 to 17.1 feet) Applicable video signals
200-inch: 5.8 to 7.0 m 15 k RGB/component 50/60 Hz,
(19.0 to 23.0 feet) Progressive component 50/60
250-inch: 7.3 to 8.8 m Hz, DTV (480/60i, 575/50i,
(24.0 to 28.9 feet) 480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p,
300-inch: 8.8 to 10.5 m 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i),
(28.9 to 34.5 feet) Composite video, Y/C video
Speaker Monaural speaker system, 40
VPL-EW5: 28.5 mm (1 5/8 1 1/8 inches)
(When Aspect on the Signal Speaker output
menu is set to Full 2) 1 W (max.)
40-inch: 1.2 to 1.5 m
(3.9 to 4.9 feet) Input/Output
80-inch: 2.5 to 2.9 m
(8.2 to 9.5 feet) VIDEO IN VIDEO: phono type
100-inch: 3.1 to 3.7 m Composite video: 1 Vp-p 2 dB
(10.2 to 12.1 feet) sync negative (75 ohms
150-inch: 4.6 to 5.6 m terminated)
(15.1 to 18.4 feet) S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-
pintype
Specifications 49
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p 2 dB 1 Vrms (When the volume is
sync negative (75 ohms maximum and an input signal is
terminated) 500 mVrms), output impedance
C (chrominance): burst 0.286 5 kilohms or less
Vp-p 2 dB (NTSC) (75 ohms REMOTE (VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5 only)
terminated), burst 0.3 Vp-p 2 RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin
dB (PAL) (75 ohms terminated)
AUDIO (VPL-EW5/EX50 only): General
Stereo minijack, 500 mVrms,
input impedance 47 Kilohms or Dimensions 314 109 269 mm (12 3/8
4 3/8 10 5/8 inches) (w/h/d)
more
(without projecting parts)
INPUT A RGB: HD D-sub15-pin (female)
Mass VPL-EX50/EW5:
Analog RGB/component: Approx. 3.0 kg (6 lb 10 oz)
R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 VPL-EX5/ES5:
ohms terminated) Approx. 2.9 kg (6 lb 6 oz)
G: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms Power requirements
terminated) VPL-EX50/EW5: AC 100 to 240
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB V, 2.6 to 1.1 A, 50/60 Hz
sync negative (75 ohms VPL-EX5/ES5: AC 100 to 240 V.
terminated) 2.2 to 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz
B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 Power consumption
ohms terminated) VPL-EX50/EW5: Max.260 W (in
HD: Horizontal sync input: TTL standby: 3 W)
level, positive/negative VPL-EX5/ES5: Max.225 W (in
VD: Vertical sync input: TTL standby: 3 W)
level, positive/negative Heat dissipation
AUDIO (VPL-EW5/EX50 only): 884 BTU (VPL-EX50/EW5)
765 BTU (VPL-EX5/ES5)
Stereo minijack, 500 mVrms,
Operating temperature
input impedance 47 Kilohms or
0C to 35C (32F to 95F)
more Operating humidity
INPUT B HDMI (VPL-EW5 only): Digital 35% to 85% (no condensation)
RGB/Y CB (PB) CR (PR): HDMI Storage temperature
RGB (VPL-EX50 only): HD D- 20C to +60C (4F to +140F)
sub15-pin (female) Analog Storage humidity
RGB: 10% to 90%
R: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms Supplied accessories
terminated) Remote Commander (1)
G: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms Lithium battery CR2025 (1)
terminated) HD D-sub 15 pin cable (1.8 m) (1)
B: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB (75 ohms (1-832-428-11, SONY)
terminated) Carrying case (1)
HD: Horizontal sync input: TTL AC power cord (1)
level, Positive/negative Lens cap (1)
VD: Vertical sync input: TTL Operating Instructions (CD-ROM)
level, positive/negative (1)
Quick Reference Manual (1)
AUDIO INPUT A/VIDEO IN (VPL-EX5/ES5
Safety Regulations (1)
only)/AUDIO INPUT A/B Security Label (1)
(VPL-EX50 only)
AUDIO: Stereo minijack, 500 Design and specifications are subject to change
mVrms, input impedance 47 without notice.
Kilohms or more
OUTPUT MONITOR OUT: HD D-sub15-
pin (female)
R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms
HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open), 1 Vp-p
(75 ohms)
AUDIO OUT (variable out):
Stereo minijack
50 Specifications
Note INPUT B connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,
Always verify that the unit is operating properly female) (VPL-EX50 only)
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,
1 R 9 Power
EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD
OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE supply input
WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON for DDC
WHATSOEVER. 2 G 10 GND
3 B 11 GND
Optional accessories
4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA
Projector Lamp
LMP-E190(for replacement) 5 GND 13 HD
6 GND (R) 14 VD
Some of the items may not be available in
some areas. For details, please consult your 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL
nearest Sony dealer. 8 GND (B)
Pin assignment RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin,

female) (VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5 only)
INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,
female)
1 NC 6 NC
2 RXDA 7 RTS
1 R/R-Y 9 Power
supply input 3 TXDA 8 CTS
for DDC 4 DTR 9 NC
2 G/Y 10 GND 5 GND
3 B/B-Y 11 GND
4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA
Others
5 GND 13 HD
6 GND (R) 14 VD
7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL
8 GND (B)
Specifications 51
Preset signals
Memory Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync
No.
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 31.470 60.000 S on G/Y
component NTSC)
6 575/50p 575/50p (Progressive 31.250 50.000 S on G/Y
component PAL)
7 1080/60i 1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y
8 1080/50i 1080/50i 28.130 50.000 S on G/Y
10 720/60p 720/60p 45.000 60.000 S on G/Y
11 720/50p 720/50p 37.500 50.000 S on G/Y
21 640 350 VGA mode 1 31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg
22 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg
23 640 400 PC-9801 Normal 24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg
24 VGA mode 2 31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos
25 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos
26 640 480 VGA mode 3 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg
27 Macintosh 13" 35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg
28 VGA VESA 72 Hz 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg
29 VGA VESA 75 Hz 37.500 75.000 H-neg V-neg
30 VGA VESA 85 Hz 43.269 85.008 H-neg V-neg
31 800 600 SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos
32 SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos
36 832 624 Macintosh 16" 49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg
37 1024 768 XGA VESA 60 Hz 48.363 60.004 H-neg, V-neg
38 XGA VESA 70 Hz 56.476 70.069 H-neg, V-neg
39 XGA VESA 75 Hz 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos
40 XGA VESA 85 Hz 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos
41 1152 864 SXGA VESA 70 Hz 63.995 70.019 H-pos, V-pos
42 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 67.500 75.000 H-pos, V-pos
44 1152 900 Sunmicro LO 61.795 65.960 H-neg, V-neg
52 Specifications
Memory Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync
No.
50 1400 1050 SXGA+ 60 Hz 65.317 59.978 H-neg, V-pos
55 1280 768 WXGA 60Hz 47.776 59.870 H-neg, V-pos
56 1280 720 WXGA 60Hz 44.772 59.885 H-neg, V-pos
60 1360 768 1360 768/60 44.720 59.799 H-neg, V-pos
61 1440 900 1440 900/60 55.935 59.887 H-neg, V-pos
63 1280 800 1280 800/60 49.702 59.810 H-neg, V-pos
Notes
The receivable digital signals are preset signals of Memory No. 3 to 11, 26, 32, 37, 45, 50, 55 and
56 (VPL-EW5 only).
When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed
properly.
When an SXGA+ signal is input, the image may extend beyond the edges of the screen. In this
case, input a signal with no black edges around the image, and disconnect and reconnect the cable
or select the input signal by pressing the INPUT key.
If the resolution of the input signal is different from the panel resolution, the input signal is not
displayed in its own resolution, and letters or lines may be uneven.
Others
Specifications 53
Installation Diagram
Floor Installation (Front Projection)
Distance between the front of the cabinet and

the center of the lens
Foremost part Front of the lens

of the cabinet
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.
See the chart on page 55 concerning the installation measurements.
The alphabetical letters in the illustration indicate the distances below.

a: distance between the screen and the center of the lens
b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens
c: distance between the floor and the bottom of the adjusters of the projector
x: distance between the floor and the center of the screen (free)
54 Installation Diagram
VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5
Unit: mm (inches)
PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
a N 1180 1780 2390 2990 3600 4510 5410 6020 7530 9050
(46 1/2) (70 1/8) (94 1/8) (117 3/4) (141 3/4) (177 5/8) (213 1/8) (237 1/8) (296 1/2) (356 3/8)
M 1330 2020 2700 3380 4070 5090 6110 6800 8500 10210
(52 3/8) (79 5/8) (106 3/8) (133 1/8) (160 3/8) (200 1/2) (240 5/8) (267 3/4) (334 3/4) (402 1/8)
b Based on the calculation formula given below.
c Based on the calculation formula given below.
a (N) = {(PS 29.376) 1.03} 31.7
a (M) = {(PS 35.202) 0.97} 31.7
b = x {PS 5.055 + (a + 31.7) 0.1405 4.5}
c = x {PS 5.055+ (a + 31.7) 0.1405 4.5 + 90.5}
VPL-EW5
(When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2)
Unit: mm (inches)
PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
a N 1250 1890 2530 3170 3810 4770 5730 6370 7970 9570
(49 1/4) (74 1/2) (99 5/8) (124 7/8) (150 1/8) (187 7/8) (225 5/8) (250 7/8) (313 7/8) (376 7/8)
M 1410 2140 2860 3580 4300 5390 6470 7200 9000 10810
(55 5/8) (84 3/8) (112 5/8) (141) (169 3/8) (212 1/4) (254 7/8) (283 1/2) (354 3/8) (425 3/4)
b Based on the calculation formula given below.
c Based on the calculation formula given below.
a (N) = {(PS 31.076) 1.03} 31.7
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 for VPL-EW5

The projected image size is the one when Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2. When
Aspect on the Signal menu is set to other than Full 2, black bands may appear at the top and
bottom or right and left of the screen.
Others
The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following.
PS: projected image size measured diagonally (inches)
a: distance between the screen and the center of the lens
b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens
c: distance between the floor and the adjusters of the projector
x: free
N: minimum
M: maximum
Installation Diagram 55
Ceiling Installation (Front Projection)
The unit is set so that the bottom is parallel to the ceiling. The V Keystone function has been done.
104.5 (4 1/8)
69.5 (2 3/4)
42.2 (1 5/8)
Center of the screen
Center of the lens
Center of the Projector

Holes for mounting a
projector suspension support
Ceiling
Center of the lens
Foremost part of Center of the lens

the cabinet
Center of the screen
Hole for mounting a
10.4 (3/8) projector suspension
26.7 (1) support (front)
(2 7/8)
72.5
Center of the lens
Distance between the front of the cabinet and the hole

for mounting a projector suspension support (front)
Unit: mm (inches)
This section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling.
When installing the projector on the ceiling, use a Projector Suspension Support recommended
by Sony.
For ceiling installation, ask for qualified Sony personnel.
See the chart on page 57 concerning the installation measurements.
The alphabetical letters in the illustrations indicate the distances below.

a: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom
surface of this projector and the center of the screen
b: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom
surface of this projector and the ceiling
x: distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen
56 Installation Diagram
VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5
Unit: mm (inches)
PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
a N 1200 1800 2410 3010 3620 4530 5440 6040 7560 9070
(47 1/4) (70 7/8) (95) (118 5/8) (142 5/8) (178 3/8) (214 1/4) (237 7/8) (297 3/4) (357 1/4)
M 1350 2040 2720 3410 4090 5120 6140 6830 8540 10250
(53 1/4) (80 3/8) (107 1/8) (134 3/8) (161 1/8) (201 5/8) (241 7/8) (269) (336 3/8) (403 5/8)
x Based on the calculation formula given below.
b Free
a(N) = {(PS 29.415) 1.03} - 32.0 + 16.4
a(M) = {(PS 35.283) 0.97} - 32.0 + 16.4
x = b + {PS 5.073 + (a+ 32.0 - 16.4) 0.07344 - 2.3 + 72.5}
VPL-EW5
(When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2)
Unit: mm (inches)
PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
a N 1270 1910 2550 3190 3830 4800 5760 6400 8000 9610
(50) (75 1/4) (100 1/2) (125 5/8) (150 7/8) (189) (226 7/8) (252) (315) (378 1/2)
M 1430 2160 2880 3610 4330 5420 6510 7230 9050 10860
(56 3/8) (85 1/8) (113 1/2) (142 1/4) (170 1/2) (213) (256 3/8) (284 3/4) (356 3/8) (427 5/8)
x Based on the calculation formula given below.
b Free
a(N) = {(PS 31.147) 1.03} 32.0 + 16.4
a(M) = {(PS 37.367) 0.97} 32.0 + 16.4
x = b + {PS 4.481 + (a+ 32.0 16.4) 0.07344 2.3 + 72.5}
Notes for VPL-EW5

The projected image size is the one when Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2. When
Aspect on the Signal menu is set to other than Full 2, black bands may appear at the top and
bottom or right and left of the screen.
approximately 88 % of Full 2 size. Others
The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following.
PS: projected image size measured diagonally (inches)
a: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom
surface of this projector and the center of the screen
b: distance between the projector suspension support mounting surface on bottom of this
projector and the ceiling
x: distance between the center of the screen and the ceiling
N: minimum
M: maximum
Installation Diagram 57
Dimensions
Front
314 (12 3/8)

69.5 (2 5/8)
109 (4 3/8)
72.2 (2 7/8)
Center of the projector
Unit: mm (inches)
Side
269 (10 5/8)

109 (4 3/8)
Unit: mm (inches)
58 Dimensions
Top
269 (10 5/8)
314 (12 3/8)
Unit: mm (inches)
Others
Dimensions 59
IR Receiver ..............................................36
Index L
A Lamp Mode .............................................38
Lamp replacement ...................................42
Adjust Picture .......................................... 31
Lamp Timer .............................................40
Air filter ................................................... 44 Lamp Timer Reset ...................................36
Aspect ............................................... 33, 34 Language .................................................37
Auto Input Search ................................... 35
selecting the menu language ................25
Lens .........................................................11
B Location and function of controls
Background ............................................. 38 connector panel ....................................14
Batteries .................................................. 16 control panel ........................................12
Brightness ............................................... 31 rear/bottom ...........................................10
Remote Commander ............................15
C top/right side/front ...............................10
Color ....................................................... 31
Color System ........................................... 35
M
Color Temp. ............................................ 31 Menu
Connecting a computer ........................... 19 clearing the menu display ....................30
Connecting a VCR .................................. 21 INFORMATION Menu .......................40
Contrast ................................................... 31 INPUT SETTING menu ......................33
INSTALL SETTING menu .................38
D MENU SETTING menu ......................37
PICTURE SETTING menu .................31
DDE ........................................................ 32 SET SETTING menu ...........................35
Digital Zoom function ............................. 27 using a menu ........................................29
Direct Power On ...................................... 38
Menu Position ..........................................37
Direct power On/Off function ................. 27 Message List
Dot Phase ................................................ 33 caution ..................................................48
warning ................................................47
F
fH (Horizontal Frequency) ...................... 40 O
fV (Vertical Frequency) .......................... 40 Optional accessories ................................51
G P
Gamma Mode .......................................... 31 Panel Key Lock ........................................36
Picture Mode ...........................................31
H Pin assignment .........................................51
H Size ...................................................... 33 Power
High Altitude Mode ................................ 38 turn on ..................................................22
Hue .......................................................... 31 Power Saving ...........................................36
Presentation .............................................27
I Preset Memory No. ..................................34
Projecting .................................................22
Image Flip ............................................... 38
Input-A Signal Sel. .................................. 35
Installation ............................................... 17
R
notes ...................................................... 6 Remote Commander ................................15
unsuitable conditions ............................. 7 front remote control detector .........10, 36
unsuitable installation ............................ 6 location and function of controls .........15
60 Index
rear remote control detector .................36
Reset
resetting an item ..................................30
RS-232C connector .................................51
S
Screen size .........................................17, 18
Security bar .............................................11
Security Lock ....................................26, 38
Security lock ............................................11
Sharpness .................................................31
Shift .........................................................33
Smart APA ...............................................35
Specifications ..........................................49
Start Up Image ........................................37
Status .......................................................37
Supplied accessories ................................50
T
Troubleshooting .......................................45
V
V Keystone ..............................................38
Volume ....................................................32
Others
Index 61
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Disposal of the used lamp

Adjustments and Settings

Allow adequate air circulation to prevent

6 Notes on Installation and Usage

Do not stand the unit upright on

Near a heat or smoke sensor

Malfunction of the sensor may occur.

Avoid tilting the unit to an angle of 15, and

Notes on Installation and Usage 7

Avoid using a thick-piled carpet or anything

Use the Security bar at the rear of the

8 Notes on Installation and Usage

10 Location and Function of Controls

c Front remote control detector

i Lamp cover For details, see Cleaning the Air Filter on

m Adjuster adjustment button

Location and Function of Controls 11

12 Location and Function of Controls

f PIC MUTING key

Location and Function of Controls 13

a VIDEO IN connector b INPUT A connector

14 Location and Function of Controls

the current channel is output from D ZOOM VOLUME

INPUT A or INPUT B (VPL-EX50 7

Location and Function of Controls 15

e PIC MUTING key

f FREEZE key 2 Install the lithium battery.

g D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/ key

To replace a battery Notes on Remote Commander

16 Location and Function of Controls

Installing the Projector

Projecting the Picture

Installing the Projector 17

Notes for VPL-EW5 only

For details on installation, see Installation Diagram on page 54.

18 Installing the Projector

When you connect the projector,

Projecting the Picture

1 HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

Connecting the Projector 19

to DVI-D output Computer

to HDMI connector DVD player

1 HDMI-DVI-D cable (not supplied)

20 Connecting the Projector

To connect to a video or S video

Projecting the Picture

1 Signal Cable (not supplied)

Connecting the Projector 21

1,2 Input-A t Input-B t Video t S-Video

To input from Press INPUT

Projecting the Picture

Adjuster adjustment button

7 Adjust the trapezoidal distortion

2 Press the ?/1 key again.

3 Unplug the AC power cord from the

24 Turning Off the Power

5 Press the v or V key to select