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Features
Inputs and Outputs Notes
Features
Adjustable Image Size: The Sony
Cineza VPL-HS20 Video Projector can produce an image that is adjustable between
40" and 300" (measured diagonally).
LCD Projection System: The
VPL-HS20 utilizes three widescreen (16:9) LCD panels and a single-lens projection
system to make up the projected image. Each 0.87" TFT (Thin Film
Transistor) LCD panel has a resolution of 1386 x 788. Note: Because the
images from the three LCD panels are superimposed over each other, the
projector's native resolution is 1386 x 788, a total of 1,092,168 pixels.
Micro Lens Array/Wide View Film:
To achieve a superb contrast ratio (1300:1), the VPL-HS20 uses a Micro Lens
Array on each of the 3 LCD panels to increase brightness. Then, a Wide View film
is added to shift that brightness to deepen the black level. Finally, the
optical unit is modified to reduce the amount of light leak more than usual.
Video Signal Compatibility: This unit
can accept a wide variety of video signals, including 480i, 480p, 720p and
1080i. It can also accept computer video signals when connected via an optional
Signal Interface cable. The projector can display
images in NTSC, PAL, SECAM, PAL-M or PAL-N color formats. Note: The
projector has no internal tuner. All video signals are displayed in 788p
vertical resolution.
Auto Pixel Alignment (APA): When
you input signals from a computer the Auto Pixel Alignment function
automatically adjusts the input signal from a computer so the picture can be
seen clearly. You can also activate the APA function via the supplied remote
control.
Powered Zoom/Focus: The
VPL-HS20 features a 1.3x powered zoom lens with powered focus. The zoom and
focus adjustment controls are located on the side of the projector.
Lens Throwing Distances:
The projector's short focal lens provides a large image even when positioned
relatively close to the screen. The standard throwing distances for the
projector are as follows:
| Screen
Size |
Distance
from Screen |
| 40" |
4.9
to 5.9 feet |
| 60" |
7.5
to 9.2 feet |
| 80" |
10.2
to 12.1 feet |
| 100" |
12.8
to 15.4 feet |
| 120" |
15.1
to 18.4 feet |
| 150" |
19
to 23 feet |
| 180" |
23
to 27.6 feet |
| 200" |
25.6
to 30.8 feet |
| 250" |
31.8
to 38.4 feet |
| 300" |
38.4
to 46.3 feet |
Side Shot 2: Side Shot 2
digital vertical and horizontal keystone correction allows ultimate flexibility
in projector placement. With Side Shot 2, you can place the projector off axis
in order to save space in the center of the room. "V Keystone"
corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture, while "Side
Shot" corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion.
Wide Modes: You
can select various wide screen modes dependent upon the type of video signal
received:
- Full:
a 16:9 squeezed picture displayed normally, a 4:3 picture is enlarged
horizontally to fit the screen
- Normal:
a 4:3 picture is displayed in the center of the screen with vertical bars on
each side
- Wide Zoom:
a 4:3 picture is enlarged with the top and bottom of the picture squeezed to
fit the screen
- Zoom:
a 4:3 picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio to
fit the screen
- Subtitle:
the subtitle area is compressed and displayed in the lower part of the
screen
- Full Through: one-to-one
mapping is done on a squeezed 16:9 picture with the image centered in the
screen
- Normal Through: one-to-one
mapping is done on a 4:3 picture with the image centered in the screen
Picture Modes: You can select
from the following picture modes directly from the remote control:
- Standard: recommended for
normal viewing conditions
- Dynamic: enhanced picture
contrast and sharpness
- Cinema: provides soft,
film-like picture
- User 1, 2, and 3: three
favorite picture settings stored in memory
Picture Adjustments: In
addition to the above picture modes, you can adjust the contrast, brightness,
color, hue, sharpness, black level, gamma correction, and color temperature.
When computer signals are input, you can adjust the picture sharpness with the
RGB Enhancer.
CineMotion: This video
projector uses CineMotion, Sony's Reverse 3-2 Pulldown Technology, to improve
the quality of video programs, originally shot on film. CineMotion minimizes any
motion artifacts, created when film-based material is converted to video,
resulting in more fluid motion and more fine detail.
Dynamic Detail Enhancer (DDE): The
DDE lets you select one of the following video scanning modes via the supplied
remote control:
- Film:
Uses CineMotion for smooth playback of film-based sources. When the signal
is not film-based, "Progressive" is automatically selected. (You
would normally select this option).
- Progressive:
Converts an interlaced format video signal to a progressive format.
- Off:
Plays a video signal in an interlaced format without converting.
Cinema Black Pro: Cinema Black
Pro allows for menu-driven Iris control and Lamp control to improved contrast
and brightness. You can turn the iris shutter off for high brightness and
standard contrast, or turn the iris shutter on for low brightness and higher
contrast.
Memory Stick Slot: This
projector has a Memory Stick slot on the front panel for playing back JPEG still
images and MPEG1 moving images. It is compatible with standard Memory Stick,
Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate Memory Stick (not all functions requiring MagicGate
will work), Memory Stick Pro, and Memory Stick-ROM. Images on the Memory Stick
can be viewed one-at-a-time or in a slide show format, enlarged, or rotated for
desired viewing. You can also delete unwanted images, sort the pictures stored
on the Memory Stick, and reformat the Memory Stick to erase all the images.
Mounting Options: The
VPL-HS20 can be placed upon a table top, or installed on a ceiling using the
PSS-610 Projection Suspension Support (item # 158PSS610).
Speaker: The
projector has a small 1-5/16" monaural speaker on the bottom panel. It is
driven by a 2-watt amplifier. Note: The only audio output through this
speaker comes from the Memory Stick.
Replaceable Lamp and Air Filter: The
projector uses a user-replaceable Sony LMP-H180 lamp (item # 158LMPH180), rated
for up to approximately 3000 hours. When the lamp dims, causing the color
balance to become strange, or when "Please replace the lamp." appears
on the screen, the lamp is exhausted and should be replaced as soon as possible.
In addition, the projector is equipped with a replacement air filter
(PK-HS10FL). When prompted on screen, or when the filter looks dirty upon
inspected, the filter should be replaced. Note: The Information Menu has
a lamp timer to indicate how long the lamp has been in use.
Power Saving Mode: When
activated, the projector goes into Power Saving mode if no signal is input for
10 minutes. The lamp goes out and the cooling fan continues to run. It is
cancelled when a signal is input or any button is pressed. In the power saving
mode, no button functions for the first 60 seconds.
Optional Conversion Lenses: You
can add optional conversion lenses for short or long focus applications. The
VPLL-CT10 Long Focused Conversion Lens lets you project 40" to 100"
images over longer distances than the standard lens, while the VPLL-CW10 Short
Focused Conversion Lens lets you project 60" to 300" images over
shorter distances than the standard lens.
Remote Control: The
supplied RM-PJHS10 remote control features the following controls:
- Power:
turns projector on/off
- Picture Modes:
Dynamic, Standard, Cinema, User 1, User 2, User 3
- APA:
Auto Pixel Alignment (see above)
- MS Slide: begins
Memory Stick Slide Show
- Menu Navigation: Up,
down, left, right
- Wide Mode:
Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom, Subtitle, Full Through, Normal Through
- Lens:
alternates between focus and zoom adjustments (use "arrow" buttons
to make adjustments)
- Reset:
sets picture setting adjustments (color, hue, contrast, brightness, etc.), V
Keystone, Side Shot, and signal setting adjustments (dot phase, H size,
etc.) to factory preset values
- Volume:
+ or -
- Side Shot:
+ or -
- Light:
illuminates the buttons for approximately 30 seconds when pressed
- Input: cycles
through the available inputs:
- Video 1/S-Video 1: unit
connected directly to projector's video input
- Component: unit
connected directly to the projector's component video input
- PJ Multi:
the input is labeled according to the type of connection:
- Input A:
component or computer input via interface cable or optional
interface unit (designated as computer, component, or video GBR
signal)
- Video 2:
composite input via interface cable or optional interface unit
- S-Video 2:
S-video input via interface cable or optional interface unit
- HDMI Input:
unit connected directly via an HDMI digital cable (not supplied)
- DVI: unit
connected directly via an optional DVI digital cable (designated as
computer or video GBR in menu)
- Memory Stick:
view images on inserted Memory Stick
Inputs
and Outputs Notes
PJ Multi Input:
The VPL-HS20 projector features a proprietary 32-pin input called the PJ Multi
Input. The supplied SIC-HS41 Signal Interface cable plugs into the projector's
PJ Multi Input and into an A/V component using composite, S-Video, or component
video connections. If the component is connected to the PJ Multi input via
component or 15-pin D-sub connector, you will need to indicate in the menu the
type of signal being input (computer, component, or Video GBR). The following
optional interface cables are available with different connections:
- SIC-HS10: PJ
Multi to composite video and stereo RCA audio plugs
- SIC-HS20: PJ
Multi to S-Video, component video and stereo RCA audio plugs
- SIC-HS30: PJ
Multi to 15-pin D-sub (RGB) and stereo audio mini-plug (for connecting to a
computer)
Video/S-Video Input:
The unit has one A/V input for connecting a component via composite or S-Video
and stereo RCA audio jacks. The input is labeled Video 1 or S-Video 1 according
to the type of connection made.
Component Video Input: In
addition to the Video/S-Video input, the projector has a component video input
for use with DVD players or Digital set-top box with component video outputs.
DVI Input: The
projector's DVI input allows you to connect Digital TV tuners, high-end DVD
players and receivers with DVI outputs.
HDMI Input:
The High Definition Multimedia Interface provides an input for a high-end DVD
player or Digital Tuner with HDMI output. Digital video signals are passed
through this connection.
USB Input: The USB input (a
Mini-B USB port) allows you to download "ImageDirector" software from
Sony, a special controller for adjusting, setting and storing Gamma Correction
settings.
Optional Signal Interface: The
optional IFU-HS1 (158IFUHS1) Signal Interface Unit allows you to connect up to 3
additional audio/video components to the projector. The output of the IFU-HS1
can be switched between the projector or other TV monitors.
