Troubleshooting - Sony VPL-HW55ES Mode D'emploi

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
The power is not turned on.
The power is suddenly
turned off.
Picture
Symptom
No picture.
The picture has ghosts.
The bright area of the
picture may become
unclear or texts may
become faded. (When
HDMI video signal is
input)
The texts may become
faded when connected with
a computer. (When
computer signal is input)
The picture is too dark.
The picture is not clear.
Cause and Remedy
c The power may not turn on if you turn the power off with I/1
(ON/STANDBY) switch and turn it on again in a short time.
After about 1 minute, turn the power on.
c Close the lamp cover securely, then tighten the screws securely.
(1 page 72)
c Close the filter holder securely. (1 page 73)
c Check warning indicators. (1 page 68)
c Check that "Power Saving" in the Setup
"Standby." (1 page 54)
c Set "Power Saving" to "Off."
Cause and Remedy
c Check that the proper connections have been made.
(1 page 21)
c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT button.
(1 page 27)
c Set the computer signal to output from an external monitor.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor.
c Video images are displayed in 3D. Watch the 3D video images
using the 3D glasses, or set "2D-3D Display Sel." to "2D" (1
page 55).
c Switch the RGB output level of the connected equipment, or
switch the HDMI Dynamic Range of the unit (1 page 57).
c This symptom may occur when a signal other than those of
HDMI standard is input. Adjust "Sharpness" in the Picture
menu, or set "HDMI Dynamic Range" to "Limited" in the
Function menu. (1 pages 47, 57)
c Adjust the "Contrast" or "Brightness" of the Picture
properly. (1 page 47)
c Adjust the focus. (1 page 19)
c Condensation has accumulated on the lens. Leave the projector
for about 2 hours with the power on.
menu is set to
menu
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