Sony VPL-EX575, VPL-EX455, VPL-EX435, VPL-EW578, VPL-EW575 User Manual

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Data Projector

4-689-816-11 (1)

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435 VPL-EX575/EX570/EX455/EX450/EX435/EX430

Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.

Table of Contents

Overview

Location and Function of Controls .... 4

Main Unit .....................................4

Terminal ....................................... 5

Remote Commander and Control

Panel Keys .................................7

Preparation

Connecting the Projector ................... 9

Connecting a Computer ................9

Connecting a Video

equipment ................................ 11

Connecting a HDBaseT

equipment ................................ 13

Connecting a microphone .......... 15

Connecting a USB memory

device ......................................15

Connecting an External Monitor and

Audio Equipment .................... 15

Projecting/Adjusting an Image

Projecting an Image ......................... 16

Adjusting the Focus, Size, and

Position of the Projected

Image ...................................... 17

Turning Off the Power ................22

The Function Menu ..........................29

The Operation Menu ........................30

The Connection/Power Menu ...........31

The Installation Menu ......................34

The Information Menu .....................35

Network

Using Network Features ...................36

Displaying the Control Window of

the Projector with a Web

Browser ...................................36

Confirming the Information

regarding the Projector ............37

Operating the Projector from a

Computer .................................38

Using the e-mail report

Function ...................................38

Setting the LAN Network of the

projector ..................................39

Setting the WLAN Network of the

projector ..................................39

Setting the Custom Labels for the

Input Terminals of the

Projector ..................................42

Setting the Control Protocol of the

Projector ..................................42

Presentation Function via Network

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU ................................23

The Picture Menu .............................24

The Screen Menu .............................25

Table of Contents

Using Presentation Function via

Network .........................................47

Installing Projector Station for

Network Presentation ..............47

Starting Projector Station for

Network Presentation ..............47

Projecting an Image ....................48

Connection Settings ....................49

Using the Controller ................... 50

One-Click projecting function .... 50

Option format .............................51

Use Projector Station for Network

Presentation without installing it

to the computer. .......................52

Error code list of Projector Station

for Projector Station for Network

Presentation .............................53

Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection

Playing Video and Audio using USB

Connection ....................................54

Starting USB Display .................54

Playing Video and Audio ...........54

Using the Controller ................... 54

USB Media Viewer

Index ................................................ 97

Using USB Media Viewer ................56

Thumbnail Mode ........................57

Display Mode .............................58

Slideshow Mode .........................58

Others

Indicators ..........................................60

Messages List ...................................62

Troubleshooting ...............................63

Replacing the Lamp .........................66

Cleaning the Air Filter .....................68

Specifications ...................................69

Projection Distance ..........................76

Dimensions .......................................88

END USER LICENSE

AGREEMENT ..............................93

Table of Contents

B Overview

Location and Function of Controls

Main Unit

j Ventilation holes (exhaust)

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a Focus ring (page 17)

b Zoom ring (page 17)

c Lens

1 2

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Caution

Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this may cause internal heat buildup. Do not place your hand near the ventilation holes and the circumference as this may cause injury.

k Speaker (VPL-EW578/EW575/

EW455/EW435/EX575/EX455/ EX435 only)

l Terminal (page 5)

m Lamp cover (page 66)

n Security lock

Connects to an optional security cable manufactured by Kensington. For details, visit Kensington’s web site. http://www.kensington.com/

o Security bar

Connects to a commercially available security chain or wire.

p Control panel keys (page 7)

d Remote Control Receiver

e ON/STANDBY indicator

(page 60)

f WARNING indicator (page 60)

g Front feet (adjustable) (page 18)

h Foot adjust button (page 18)

i Air filter cover/Ventilation holes

(intake) (page 68)

Location and Function of Controls

Terminal

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Input (pages 9, 11)

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a INPUT A

Video: RGB/YPBPR input terminal

(RGB/YP

Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO)

b INPUT B

Video: RGB input terminal (RGB) Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO)

BPR)

c INPUT C

Video: HDMI input terminal (HDMI) Audio: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)

d INPUT D

Video: HDMI input terminal (HDMI) Audio: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)

Location and Function of Controls

e INPUT E

HDBaseT terminal/LAN terminal (page 36) Use a straight CAT5e or CAT6 shielded LAN cable (not supplied).

f S VIDEO (S VIDEO IN)

Video: S video input terminal (S VIDEO

IN)

Audio: Audio input terminal (L

(MONO) AUDIO/R)

g VIDEO (VIDEO IN)

Video: Video input terminal (VIDEO) Audio: Audio input terminal (L

(MONO) AUDIO/R)

Notes

• HDBaseT terminal is available only for VPL-EW578.

• The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO are shared.

• The audio input terminal and audio output from the HDMI terminal are available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435.

Output (page 15)

h OUTPUT

Video: Monitor output terminal

(MONITOR)

Audio: Audio output terminal (AUDIO)

Notes

• This terminal outputs the projected image only when INPUT A or INPUT B is used.

• The audio output terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435.

l USB terminal (Type A) ( )

(pages 15, 56)

m USB terminal (Type B) ( )

(page 54)

n Microphone input ( )

Note

Microphone input is available only on VPLEW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435.

Others

i RS-232C terminal (RS-232C)

RS-232C compatible control terminal. Connects the computer’s RS-232C terminal and the RS-232C cross cables.

j LAN terminal (page 36)

k AC IN (∼) socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

Location and Function of Controls

Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys

Remote Commander

INPUT

APA ECO MODE

Control Panel Keys

a Turning on the power/Going to

standby mode

?/1 (On/Standby) key

b Selecting an input signal

(page 16)

INPUT key

c Operating a menu (page 23)

MENU key RESET key ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys RETURN key

RETURN

ASPECT

D ZOOM

KEYSTONE

VOLUME

ENTER

PATTERN

FREEZE

RESET

BLANK

MUTING

1 6

d Adjusting the image (page 17)

ASPECT key (page 25) KEYSTONE key (page 19) PATTERN key (page 21) APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

(page 21)

Note

Use this key when inputting a computer

signal via the RGB input terminal (INPUT A or INPUT B).

e Using various functions during

projecting

D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key

Enlarges a portion of the image while projecting.

1 Press the D ZOOM + key to display

the digital zoom icon on the projected image.

2 Press the V/v/B/b keys to move the

digital zoom icon to the point on the image you want to enlarge.

3 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D

ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the enlargement ratio. The image can be

enlarged up to 4 times. Press the RESET key to restore the previous image.

BLANK key

Cuts off the projected image temporarily. Press again to restore the previous image. Picture muting helps reduce power consumption.

MUTING key

Mutes the audio output temporarily. Press again to restore the previous volume.

VOLUME +/– key

Adjusts the volume output.

FREEZE key

Pauses a projected image. Press again to restore the image.

Overview

Location and Function of Controls

Notes

*1: Use this key when inputting a

computer signal. But it may not be used depending on the resolution of the input signal.

*2: VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/

EW435/EX575/EX455/EX435 only.

*3: Use this key when inputting a

computer signal.You cannot use this key when USB

“Type A USB”, “Type B

” or “Network” is selected as the

input.

f Setting the energy–saving mode

easily

ECO MODE key

Energy-saving mode can be set easily. Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp Mode,” “With No Input,” “With Static Signal” and “Standby Mode.”

1 Press the ECO MODE key to display

the ECO Mode menu.

ECO Mode

ECO

User

RETURN

:Sel

:Back

2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key

to select “ECO” or “User” mode. ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum

energy-saving value. Lamp Mode: Low With No Input: Standby With Static Signal: Lamp Dimming Standby Mode: Low

User: Sets each item of the ECO

Mode menu as you desire (go to step 3).

3 Select “User” then press the b key.

The setting items appear.

User

Lamp Mode High

Constant Brightness Auto Power Saving

With No Input With Static Signal

Standby Mode

:S el

:S et

Off Lamp Dimming Standard

RETURN

:Back

4 Press the V/v key to select the item

then press the ENTER key.

5 Press the V/v key to select the setting

value.

6 Press the ENTER key.

The screen returns to the User screen. For details on ECO Mode settings, see “Lamp Mode,” “With No Input,” “With Static Signal” and “Standby Mode” on the Connection/Power menu (page 31).

Note

If you set “ECO Mode” to “ECO,” or “Standby Mode”(in “User”) to “Low,” the network control function will be disabled in standby mode. If the external control is being performed by using the network or network control function, do not select “ECO,” or do not set “Standby Mode” ( in “User”) to “Low.”

g Infrared transmitter

About remote commander operation

• Direct the remote commander toward the Remote Control Receiver.

• The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can control the projector becomes.

• Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the remote commander and the Remote Control Receiver on the projector.

Location and Function of Controls

B Preparation

Connecting the Projector

Notes

• Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector.

• Use the proper cables for each connection.

• Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.

• For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.

• Use a no-resistance audio cable.

Connecting a Computer

Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.

INPUT A/INPUT B

For connecting a computer with an RGB output terminal.

Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

RGB output

terminal

Audio output

Computer

terminal

Preparation

Audio cable (Stereo mini plug) (not supplied)

Notes

• The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435.

• In screen setting of your computer, it is recommended that you set the resolution of an external monitor as below;

- VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435: 1280 × 800 pixels

- VPL-EX575/EX570/EX455/EX450/EX435/EX430: 1024 × 768 pixels

INPUT C/INPUT D

For connecting a computer with an HDMI output terminal.

HDMI cable (not supplied)

HDMI output

terminal

Computer

Connecting the Projector

Notes

• Audio output from the HDMI terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435.

• Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo.

• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are recommended.)

• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.

USB terminal (Type B) ( )

For connecting to a computer with a USB terminal (“Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection” (page 54)).

USB terminal

(Type A)

Computer

USB A-B cable (not supplied)

LAN terminal

For connecting to a computer via a hub or router (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 47)).

LAN

terminal

LAN cable (straight type)

Computer

Wired connection

Computer

Wireless connection

Hub, router (wireless), etc.

(not supplied)

Connecting the Projector

USB terminal (Type A) ( )

For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 47)).

Wireless router, access point

USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied)

Computer

Notes

• Undesignated USB wireless LAN modules do not work.

• When connecting/disconnecting the USB wireless LAN module, make sure that the projector is in Standby mode (Standby Mode: “Low”), or the AC power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.

• To connect to an access point, access the Web page, and input the settings for the access point to connect to. For details, see “Setting the WLAN Network of the projector” (page 39).

Connecting a Video equipment

Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input signal.

S VIDEO IN

For connecting video equipment with an S-video output terminal.

Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied)

Audio output

terminal

Computer

S video output

terminal

Preparation

S video cable (not supplied)

Note

The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435.

Connecting the Projector

VIDEO IN

For connecting video equipment with a video output terminal.

Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied)

Audio output

terminal

Video output

Video equipment

Note

terminal

Video cable (not supplied)

The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435.

INPUT A

For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output terminal.

Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)

BPR output

terminal

Audio output

Video equipment

terminal

Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied)

Note

The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435.

INPUT C/INPUT D

For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output terminal.

HDMI cable (not supplied)

HDMI output

terminal

Video equipment

Connecting the Projector

Notes

• Audio output from the HDMI terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435.

• Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo.

• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are recommended.)

• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.

Connecting a HDBaseTTM equipment

For connecting the computer, video equipment, and network equipment via the HDBaseT transmitter.

Connecting to the computer

INPUT E

LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or higher, straight, not supplied)

HDMI output terminal

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Computer

Connecting to the video equipment

INPUT E

HDMI output terminal

Video equipment

HDBaseT transmitter (not supplied)

LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or higher, straight, not supplied)

HDBaseT transmitter (not supplied)

Preparation

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Notes for connecting this unit and the HDBaseT transmitter

• Ask a professional or Sony dealer to perform wiring. If wiring is not correct, the transmission characteristics of the cable will not be achieved, and image or sound may break up or you may experience unstable performance.

• Connect the cable directly to the HDBaseT transmitter without going through a hub or router.

• Use cables that meet the following conditions.

-CAT5e or higher

Connecting the Projector

-Shielded type (covering connectors)

-Straight wire connection

-Single wire

• When installing the cables, use a cable tester, cable analyzer, or similar device to check if the cables meet the CAT5e or higher requirement. If there is a transit connector between this unit and the HDBaseT transmitter, include it when measuring.

• To reduce the affect of noise, install and use the cable in a manner where it is not rolled up and it is as straight as possible.

• Install the cable away from the other cables (especially the power cable).

• When installing multiple cables, do not bind them and keep the running parallel distance as short as possible.

• The transmittable distance of the cable is 100 m (approx. 328 feet) maximum. If it exceeds 100 m (approx. 328 feet), it may cause the image or the sound to break up, or cause a multifunction in LAN communication. Do not use the HDBaseT transmitter beyond the transmittable distance.

• Inquire about operation or function problems caused by other manufacturer’s devices with the relevant manufacturer.

Connecting to the network equipment

LAN connector

LAN cable (straight type) (not supplied)

Computer

Wired connection

Computer

Wireless connection

Notes

Hub, Wireless router

HDBaseT transmitter (not supplied)

LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or higher, straight, not supplied)

• HDBaseT is available only on VPL-EW578.

• If you are using a network, make sure “HDBaseT/LAN terminal” is set to “HDBaseT” (page 31).

• Connect this unit and the HDBaseT transmitter without a hub or router between them.

Connecting the Projector

Connecting a microphone

Microphone ( )

For connecting a microphone.

Microphone (not supplied)

Notes

• The microphone input is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/EX455/ EX435.

• Only dynamic microphones are supported.

Connecting a USB memory device

USB terminal (Type A) ( )

For connecting a USB memory device (“Using USB Media Viewer” (page 56)).

USB memory device (not supplied)

Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment

Preparation

OUTPUT

Projected images or input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor or audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier.

Audio cable (stereo mini plug) (not supplied)

Audio equipment

Audio input

terminal

Display equipment

RGB input

terminal

Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

Notes

• The audio output terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435.

• Projected images and audio can be output.

• Projected images can be output from INPUT A and INPUT B only.

Connecting the Projector

B Projecting/Adjusting an Image

Projecting an Image

The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances and projected image sizes, see

“Projection Distance” (page 76).

*The display image is

VPL-EW578.

Projector

1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall

outlet.

2 Connect all equipment to the projector

(page 9).

3 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.

4 Turn on the connected equipment.

5 Select the input source.

Press the INPUT key on the projector to display the menu for switching input signal on the screen. Press the INPUT key repeatedly, or press the select an image to be projected.

V/v key to

Video equipment

Wall outlet

Computer

6 When projecting a computer image,

switch your computer’s output to external display.

The method to switch the output varies depending on the type of computer.

(Example)

To project image files stored in a USB memory device, see “USB Media Viewer” (page 56). To play video and audio using USB Connection, see “Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection” (page 54). To use Presentation Function via Network, see “Presentation Function via Network” (page 47).

Projecting an Image

7 Adjust the focus, size and position of

the projected image (page 17).

Adjusting the Focus, Size, and Position of the Projected Image

Focus Size (Zoom) Position

Projecting/Adjusting an Image

Focus ring

Zoom ring

Foot adjust button

Front feet (adjustable)

Projecting an Image

Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable)

By changing the tilt of the projector with the foot adjust buttons/front feet (adjustable), you can adjust the position of the projected image.

How to adjust the angle

1 Press and hold the foot adjust buttons. 2 Lift up the front of the projector to

adjust the angle.

3 Release the foot adjust buttons. 4 Turn the front feet (adjustable) to set

the angle of the projector precisely.

Notes

• Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers.

• Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) extended.

Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image

Press the ASPECT key on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected image. You can also change the setting in Aspect of the Screen menu (pages 25, 27).

Projecting an Image

Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature)

Normally the Keystone feature automatically adjusts the projected image. The Keystone feature may not work automatically if the screen is tilted. In this case, set Keystone manually.

1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation

menu.

2 Use the V/v/B/b keys to set the value. The higher the value, narrower the top of the projected

image. The lower the value, the narrower the bottom.

Note

Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.

Increase the number towards plus

Increase the number towards minus

Projecting/Adjusting an Image

Projecting an Image

Fitting the projected image to the screen (Digital Shrink adjustment)

If the projected image exceeds the size of the screen, you can shrink and adjust the position of it.

1 Select “Rid. digitale” in the Installation menu. 2 Set the shrinking rate.

Press the V/v/B/b key to adjust the value. The more the value increases towards the plus side, the smaller the projected image becomes.

3 Press the ENTER button to display the shift adjustment menu and adjust the display position of

the projected image. Press the V/v/B/b key to adjust the display position.

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Note

If the shrinking rate is set to “0,” you cannot move the image. If the projector is projecting an image with a resolution that is different from the panel display resolution of this projector, it may not be possible to move the image.

Projecting an Image

Displaying a pattern

You can display a pattern for adjusting the projected image or a grid pattern with the PATTERN key on the remote commander. Press the PATTERN key again to restore the previous image. You can use a grid pattern as a guide to write text or to draw lines and shapes on the whiteboard or blackboard without using a computer.

Note

You cannot use this key when “Type A USB”, “Type B USB” or “Network” is selected as the input.

Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a signal is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment))

Press the APA key on the remote commander. Press again to cancel adjusting during the setting. You can also set APA in the Screen Menu (page 26). If Smart APA in the Function menu is set to “On”, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 29).

Projecting/Adjusting an Image

Projecting an Image

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 key on the unit or the remote commander.

The projector starts shutdown and turns off. If you press the ?/1 key within 10 seconds again, shutdown is cancelled.

Note

Do not turn off the projector soon after the lamp lights. It may cause a malfunction of the lamp (does not light ,etc.).

2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.

Turning off without displaying the confirmation message

Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds (page 62).

Note

If you turn off the unit soon after the lamp is turned on, the confirmation message will be displayed and may take a longer time for the unit to turn off.

ECO gauge

This gauge indicates the current effectiveness of the projector’s ECO function. (For details on the ECO function, see “ECO MODE key” (page 8) and “ECO” (page 32).) The leaf icons are displayed when the projector is shut down. The number of displayed icons varies according to how much energy is saved as a result of using the ECO function.

Projecting an Image

ECO gauge

B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU

Note

The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using.

1 Press the MENU key to display the

menu.

2 Select the setting menu.

Use the V/v key to select the setting menu then press the b key or ENTER

key.

Setting menu

Picture

Picture Mode Standard Reset Contrast Brightness Color Hue Color Temp. Sharpness Expert Setting

:Sel :Set :Back

Middle 1

3 Select the setting item.

Use the V/v key to select the setting menu then press the b key or ENTER key. To return to the selection screen of the setting menu, press the B or RETURN key.

Setting items

Picture

Picture Mode Standard

Reset Contrast Brightness Color Hue Color Temp. Sharpness Expert Setting

80 50 50 50

Middle 1

operations in step 3 and then press the ENTER key to register the setting. To return to the selection screen of the setting items, press the B or RETURN key. You can press the RESET key to reset an item to its factory setting value to aid setting.

Using a pop-up menu

Press the V/v/B/b key to select an item. A selected item takes effect immediately, except “Language”, which will take effect after you press the ENTER key.

Picture Mode

Vivid Dynamic

Standard

Presentation Blackboard Whiteboard Cinema

:Sel

RETURN

:Back

Using the setting menu

Press the V/v key to select the item. Press the ENTER key to register the setting and return to the previous screen.

Using the adjustment menu

To increase the value, press the V/b key and to decrease the number, press the v/B key. Press the ENTER key to register the setting and return to the previous screen.

Contrast

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

:Sel :Set :Back

4 Make the setting or adjustment for the

selected item.

The setting method varies, depending on the setting item. If the next menu window is displayed, select the item according to the

Adjust

Back

5 Press the MENU key to clear the

menu.

The menu disappears automatically if no operation is performed.

Using a MENU

The Picture Menu

The Picture is used to adjust the picture for each input signal.

Items Item descriptions

Picture Mode Vivid : Projects the image with a bright, explicit, and vivid picture.

Reset

Contrast The higher the value, the greater the contrast. The lower the value, the lower

Brightness The higher the value, the brighter the picture. The lower the value, the darker

*2 *3

Color

*2 *3 *4

Hue

Color Temp.

Sharpness

Expert Setting

Gamma

Mode

Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and vivid picture. Standard: Provides an image which is natural and well balanced. Presentation: Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations. Blackboard: Provides an image suitable for displaying on a blackboard. Whiteboard: Provides an image suitable for displaying on a whiteboard. Cinema: Provides an image suitable for viewing movies.

Resets the factory setting.

the contrast.

the picture.

The higher the value, the greater the intensity. The lower the value, the lower the intensity.

The higher the value, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the more reddish the picture becomes.

High/Middle 1/Middle 2/Low: The higher the value, the more bluish the picture. The lower the value, the more reddish the picture.

The higher the value, the sharper the picture. The lower the value, the softer the picture.

Graphics1: Gamma correction to make halftones brighter. This setting is suitable when projecting highly colorful images, such as photos, in a bright place. Graphics2: Gamma correction to improve the reproduction of halftones. Highly colorful images, such as photos, can be reproduced in natural tones. Graphics3: Selects gamma correction to emphasize bright parts. Projects images explicitly.

Notes

*1: The settings in the Picture return to their factory defaults, except for Picture Mode. *2: When a video signal is input, this option is available. *3: When the signal without color burst signal is input after selecting “Video” or “S-Video”, this

option is unavailable. *4: When an analog TV signal is input, this option may not available, depending on the color system. *5: When “Picture Mode” is set to the item other than “Presentation” or “Blackboard,” this option

is available. *6: Not available if “Input” is set to “Type A USB.” *7: When “Picture Mode” is set to “Blackboard,” this option is unavailable.

The Picture Menu

The Screen Menu

The Screen menu is used to adjust the size, position and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal.

Items Item descriptions

Aspect

VPL-EW578/EW575/ EW455/EW435: When the computer signal is input

VPL-EW578/EW575/ EW455/EW435: When the video signal is input

VPL-EX575/EX570/ EX455/EX450/ EX435/EX430: When the computer signal is input

VPL-EX575/EX570/ EX455/EX450/ EX435/EX430: When the video signal is input

Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 27).

4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3. 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9. Full 1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal. Full 2: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size changing the aspect ratio of the input signal. Full 3: Displays the image to fit the maximum width or height, up to 1280 × 720 pixels, without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal. Normal: Displays the image on the center position of the projected screen without changing the resolution of the input signal or enlarging the image.

Zoom: Zooms the center area of a projected image.

4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size

with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3. 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9. Full 1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal. Normal: Displays the image on the center position of the projected screen without changing the resolution of the input signal or enlarging the image.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The Screen Menu

Items Item descriptions

Adjust Signal Adjusts the image of computer signal. Use this item if the edge of

the image is cut and reception is bad.

APA

*2 *3

Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality when you press the ENTER key (page 7).

Phase

Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal. Set to the value where looks clearest.

*2 *5

Pitch

The higher the value, the wider the horizontal image elements (pitch). The lower the value, the narrower the horizontal image elements (pitch).

Shift

H (Horizontal): The higher the value, the farther right the image is projected on the screen. The lower the value, the image farther left. V (Vertical): The higher the value, the farther up the image is projected on the screen. The lower the value, the image farther down.

Notes

*1: • Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture

by switching to the aspect mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which are legally protected.

• Depending on the input signal, setting items for aspect ratio or some other setting items cannot be set in some cases, or changing the aspect ratio setting may have no effect.

• A part of the image may be displayed in black, depending on the setting item.

*2: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input terminal (INPUT A/INPUT B). *3: If the projected image includes large amount of black portion around it, the APA function will

not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen and also optimum image cannot be obtained, depending on the type of input signal. In this case, adjust the “Phase,” “Pitch,” and “Shift” items manually.

*4: Available when a computer or a video signal is input from the RGB/YP

BPR input terminal

(INPUT A).

*5: When “APA” (page 26) or “Smart APA” (page 29) is performed, the adjusted value for “Pitch”

will return to its factory default. If you want to continue using the adjusted value, set “Smart APA” to “Off.”

The Screen Menu

Aspect

VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435

Input signal Recommended

setting value and

projected image

4:3 Full1

16:9 Full1

*1 *2 *3

Computer signal

16:10 Full1

4:3 4:3

*4 *5

16:9 16:9

Video signal

*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is

projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect ratio of the original image.

*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected

to fit the projected image size, regardless of the aspect ratio of the image.

*3: If you adjust the projected image position

using an image with 16:9 aspect ratio and then switch the input source to 4:3 image, the top and bottom edge of the image may be hidden. In this a case, select “Full3.”

*4: Depending on the input signal, the

projected image may be projected as illustrated below. In this a case, select “16:9.”

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

*5: Depending on the input signal, the image

may be projected as illustrated below. In this a case, select “Zoom.”

The Screen Menu

VPL-EX575/EX570/EX455/EX450/ EX435/EX430

Input signal Recommended

setting value and

projected image

4:3

16:9

Full1

Computer signal

16:10 Full1

*1 *2

*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is

projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect ratio of the original image.

*2: If you select “4:3,” the image is projected

to fit the projected image size, regardless of the aspect ratio of the image.

*3: Depending on the input signal, the

projected image may be projected as illustrated below. In this a case, select “16:9.”

The Screen Menu

4:3 4:3*3

*4: Depending on the input signal, the

projected image may be projected as illustrated below. In this a case, select “Zoom.”

16:9 16:9

Video signal

The Function Menu

The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector.

Items Item descriptions

Volume

Mic Volume

Speaker

Smart APA On/Off: When set to “On,” APA functions automatically when a

CC Display CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed

Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 66).

Start Up Image On/Off: When set to “On,” the Start Up Image is displayed on the

All Reset Resets all settings to their factory defaults.

Notes

*1: VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/EX455/EX435 only. *2: The maximum available mic volume is set by the value of “Volume.” *3: APA functions when a computer signal is input via the RGB input terminal (INPUT A/INPUT

B).

The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the value, the lower the audio volume.

Adjust the volume of the microphone.

On/Off: When set to “On,” speaker outputs sound. To not output sound from the speaker, select “Off.”

signal is input.

caption service (captions or text). Off: Closed caption does not appear.

screen when the projector is powered on.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The Function Menu

The Operation Menu

The Operation menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the remote commander.

Items Item descriptions

Language Selects the language used in the menu and messages.

Status On: All on-screen statuses are enabled.

Security Lock

Control Key Lock

Off: Turns off the on-screen displays, except for menus, warning messages and messages from the message list.

On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to authorized users by password. The setting procedures for security locking are as follows:

1 Select “On” and press the ENTER key to display the setting menu. 2 Input the password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. (The

default setting password is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)

3 Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. 4 Enter the password again to confirm.

Enter the password when you turn on the projector after disconnecting and reconnecting the AC power cord. When it is set to “Off,” you can cancel the security lock. You are required to input the password again. If you fail to enter the correct password after three consecutive times, the projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to go Standby mode then turn on the power again.

On/Off: When set to “On,” locks all the control panel keys of the projector. However, you can operate the following when set to “On”:

• Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during Standby

mode. c The projector turns on.

• Press and hold the MENU key for approximately 10 seconds during power on. c “Control Key Lock” is set to “Off” and enables operation of all keys on

the projector.

Note

*1: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony

personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked to verify the projector’s serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.

The Operation Menu

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