Sony VPL-CX6 User Manual

Bright, Stylish and Spectacular in Action.

Auto Input Search

Because the VPL-CX6, VPL-CS6, and VPL-EX1 models can

automatically detect the presence of a connected input signal,

images are projected the instant you turn on the power or

push the input button. 

Ready to present? Just turn on the power and your

projector initiates a host of sophisticated functions.  Your

previous settings are held in memory and can be recalled

automatically.

Powered Lens Protector 

When power is switched on, the

powered lens protector opens

automatically.  You'll never waste time

looking for a missing lens cover again –

it's always safe on your projector. 

Powered Tilt Adjuster  and Auto  Keystone
Correction

A power-operated tilt adjuster sets the projector's shooting

angle, and keystone distortion is automatically corrected

according to the tilt angle.  The tilt angle is adjustable from the

remote-control unit and the new setting is retained in memory.

Keystone distortion can be corrected up to 15 degrees.  This

means you can project images with correct geometry even

where installation space is limited.

Smart APA

(Auto Pixel Alignment)

A Smart APA function automatically sizes and adjusts your

image display for optimum picture performance – allowing you

to concentrate on your presentation, rather than time-wasting

technical adjustments.

Powered tilt

Auto Keystone

Auto

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Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

All non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

Sony, Giga Pocket, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate Memory Stick, MagicGate Memory

Stick Duo, Memory Stick ROM and Memory Stick logo and Projector Station are trademarks of Sony.

Microsoft, PowerPoint and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Preset Data of Input Signals

Optional Accessories

Projector Lamp 
(for replacement)
LMP-C150

Signal Cables 
SMF-402
(HD D-sub 15-pin to 
HD D-sub phono x 3,
for component signal)

1

Video 60 Hz

15.734

59.940

-

2

Video 50 Hz

15.625

50.000

-

3

15 K RGB/Component 60 Hz

15.734

59.940

S on G

4

15 K RGB/Component 50 Hz

15.625

50.000

S on G

5
6

640 x 350

VGA mode 1

31.469

70.086

P/N

7

VGA VESA 85 Hz

37.861

85.080

P/N

8

640 x 400

PC-9801 Normal

24.823

56.416

N/N

9

VGA mode 2

31.469

70.086

N/P

10

VGA VESA 85 Hz

37.861

85.080

N/P

11

640 x 480

VGA mode 3

31.469

59.940

N/N

12

Macintosh 13"

35.000

66.667

N/N

13

VGA VESA 72 Hz

37.861

72.809

N/N

14

VGA VESA 75 Hz

37.500

75.000

N/N

15

VGA VESA 85 Hz

43.269

85.008

N/N

16

800 x 600

SVGA VESA 56 Hz

35.156

56.250

P/P

17

SVGA VESA 60 Hz

37.879

60.317

P/P

18

SVGA VESA 72 Hz

48.077

72.188

P/P

19

SVGA VESA 75 Hz

46.875

75.000

P/P

20

SVGA VESA 85 Hz

53.674

85.061

P/P

21

832 x 624

Macintosh 16"

49.724

74.550

N/N

22

1024 x 768 

XGA VESA 43 Hz

35.524

86.958

P/P

23

XGA VESA 60 Hz

48.363

60.004

N/N

24

XGA VESA 70 Hz

56.476

69.955

N/N

25

XGA VESA 75 Hz

60.023

75.029

P/P

26

XGA VESA 85 Hz

68.677

84.997

P/P

27

1152 x 864

SXGA VESA 70 Hz

63.995

70.019

P/P

28

SXGA VESA 75 Hz

67.500

75.000

P/P

29

SXGA VESA 85 Hz

77.487

85.057

P/P

30

1152 x 900

Sunmicro LO

61.795

65.960

N/N

31

Sunmicro HI

71.713

76.047

C Neg

32

1280 x 960 

SXGA VESA 60 Hz

60.000

60.000

P/P

33

SXGA VESA 75 Hz

75.000

75.000

P/P

34

1280 x 1024

SXGA VESA 43 Hz

46.433

86.872

P/P

35

SGI-5

53.316

50.062

S on G

36

SXGA VESA 60 Hz

63.974

60.013

P/P

37

SXGA VESA 75 Hz

79.976

75.025

P/P

38

SXGA VESA 85 Hz

91.146

85.024

P/P

52

1400 x1050

SXGA +60 Hz

63.981

60.02

N/N

* Contact your local Sony sales office if you would like to input a signal not listed 

in the above chart.

TILT

Pro

ACCESS

AUDIO

VIDEO

POWER
SAVING

MENU

PUSH
ENTER

S VIDEO

TEMP/FAN

LAMP/COVER

INPUT A

VPL-CX6

Control Panel

Connector Panel

· Lead-free solder is used for soldering.
· Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets.
· Polystyrene foam for the packaging cushions is not used in packaging.

AUDIO

VIDEO

POWER
SAVING

MENU

PUSH
ENTER

S VIDEO

TEMP/FAN

LAMP/COVER

INPUT A

VPL-CS6
VPL-EX1

*1 Viewable area, measured diagonally.

*2 When the Lamp Mode is set to “High”.

*3 ANSI lumens is a measuring method of the American National Standards Institute IT7.228.

*4 Excluding all protruding parts.

OPTICAL
Projection system
LCD panel

Projection lens
Lamp
Screen coverage
Light output
Throwing distance
(Screen size*

1

) 

40-inch
60-inch
80-inch

100-inch
120-inch
150-inch
SIGNALS
Color system
Resolution

Acceptable computer signals

Acceptable video signals
GENERAL
Speaker
Power requirements
Power consumption
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Dimensions
Weight
Heat dissipation
INPUTS
VIDEO IN

Composite
Y/C IN

Y
C

INPUT A

Analog RGB/Component

R/R-Y
G
G with Sync/Y
B/B-Y

SYNC/HD

Composite sync
Horizontal sync

VD

Vertical sync

Memory Stick slot
USB
AUDIO IN

3 LCD panels, 1 lens projection system

0.7-inch p-Si TFT LCD panel with 

Micro Lens Array, 2,359,296 pixels

(786,432 pixels x 3)

0.7-inch p-Si TFT LCD panel with 

Micro Lens Array, 2,359,296 pixels

(786,432 pixels x 3)

0.7-inch p-Si TFT LCD panel,

1,440,000 pixels 

(480,000 pixels x 3)

1.2 times zoom lens, F1.8 to 2.1, f23.0 to 27.6 mm

1.2 to 1.5 m (3.9 to 4.9 feet)
1.9 to 2.3 m (6.2 to 7.6 feet)
2.5 to 3.0 m (8.2 to 9.8 feet)

3.2 to 3.8 m (10.5 to 12.5 feet)
3.8 to 4.6 m (12.5 to 15.1 feet)
4.7 to 5.7 m (15.4 to 18.7 feet)

1.5 to 1.9 m (4.9 to 6.2 feet)
2.3 to 2.9 m (7.5 to 9.5 feet)

3.1 to 3.8 m (10.2 to 12.5 feet)
3.9 to 4.8 m (12.8 to 15.7 feet)
4.7 to 5.7 m (15.4 to 18.7 feet)
5.9 to 7.2 m (19.4 to 23.6 feet)

1.2 times zoom lens, F1.8 to 2.15, f28.2 to 33.8 mm

165 W UHP lamp

40 to 150 inches*

1

2000*

2

ANSI lumens*

3

1800*

2

ANSI lumens*

3

1500*

2

ANSI lumens*

3

NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 

4.43

, PAL-M, PAL-N

15 kHz component 50/60 Hz system, composite video, Y/C video

Max. 1 W (mono)

AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

VIDEO: 750 TV lines,

RGB: 1024 x 768 pixels

VIDEO: 600 TV lines,

RGB: 800 x 600 pixels

VIDEO: 750 TV lines,

RGB: 1024 x 768 pixels

RGB (fH: 19 to 92 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz

(up to SXGA + (fv : 60Hz)))

RGB (fH: 19 to 72 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz

(up to XGA + (fv : 85Hz)))

RGB (fH: 19 to 92 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz

(up to SXGA + (fv : 60Hz)))

Max. 240 W, Standby 7 W

Max. 240 W, Standby 5 W

0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F)

35 to 85 %

Approx. 2.7 kg (5 lb 15 oz)

819 BTU

Phono, 1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω

Mini DIN 4-pin

1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω

Burst 0.286 Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC), 75 Ω or 0.3 Vp-p ±2 dB (PAL), 75 Ω

HD D-sub 15-pin (female)

0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB, positive, 75 Ω
0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB, positive, 75 Ω

1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω

0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB, positive, 75 Ω

1.0 to 5.0 Vp-p, high impedance positive/negative
1.0 to 5.0 Vp-p, high impedance positive/negative

1.0 to 5.0 Vp-p, high impedance positive/negative

x 1

—

285 (W) x 68 (H) x 228 (D) mm (11

1

/

4

x 2

3

/

4

x 9 inches)*

4

Up (B type female)

Stereo mini jack, 500 mV rms, impedance more than 47 kΩ

UL, cUL, FCC Class B, IC Class B, NEMKO, CE (LVD), CE (EMC), C-Tick, CCC

Remote Commander, Monitor Cable, USB
Cable: A type to B type, Soft Case, AA size
Battery (2), Air Filter, AC Power Cord,
Operation Manual, Quick Reference Sheet, CD-
ROM (Application Software), Security label

Remote Commander, Monitor Cable,
USB Cable: A type to B type, Soft Case,
AA size Battery (2), Air Filter, AC Power
Cord, Operation Manual, Quick
Reference Sheet, Security label

Remote Commander, Monitor Cable,
Soft Case, Lithium Battery CR2025 (1),
Air Filter, AC Power Cord, Operation
Manual, Quick Reference Sheet,
Security label

Specifications

Sony Electronics Inc.
One Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
www.sony.com/projectors

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