Sony VPL-GTZ280 User Manual

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Data Projector

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Safety Regulations thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

VPL-GTZ280

Table of Contents

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side .......................................................... 3

Rear/Bottom ................................................................ 4

Remote Control ........................................................... 5

Connections and Preparations

Checking the Supplied Accessories ............................ 6

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control ......... 6

Connecting the AC Power Cord .................................. 6

Installing the Unit ....................................................... 7

Selecting the Menu Language ..................................... 7

Adjusting the Picture Position .................................... 8

Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer ....... 11

Connecting to a workstation (V Split display

connection) ....................................................... 11

Connecting to a Computer ................................... 12

Projecting

Projecting the Picture ................................................ 13

Turning Off the Power ......................................... 13

Projecting High-Resolution Images (V Split

display) ................................................................... 13

Using the Picture Position ......................................... 14

Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video

Signal ..................................................................... 15

Using the Menus

Using Network Features

Displaying the Control Window of the Unit with a Web

Browser .................................................................. 33

Operating the Control Window ................................. 34

Switching the Page ............................................... 34

Setting the Access Limitation .............................. 34

Confirming the Information Regarding the

Unit ................................................................... 34

Error Handling

Troubleshooting ........................................................ 35

About Indicators ........................................................ 37

Message Lists ............................................................ 38

Others

Updating the Software .............................................. 39

NOTICES AND LICENSES FOR SOFTWARE USED

IN THIS PRODUCT .............................................. 39

Specifications ............................................................ 40

Preset Signals ....................................................... 41

Input Signals and Adjustment/Setting Items ....... 41

Aspect Mode ........................................................ 41

Storage Conditions of Adjustment/Setting

Items ................................................................. 42

Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range ................ 43

Dimensions ............................................................... 47

Index ......................................................................... 48

Operation through the Menus ................................... 16

Picture Menu ............................................................. 18

Advanced Picture Menu ............................................ 22

Screen Menu ............................................................. 23

Setup Menu ............................................................... 25

Function Menu .......................................................... 27

Items Locked by Settings Lock ........................... 28

Installation Menu ...................................................... 29

Information Menu ..................................................... 32

About the Preset Memory .................................... 32

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side

The buttons on the control panel function the same as those on the remote control.

Control panel

Connectors

Control panel

a LENS button (page 8)

b M/m/</,/ENTER button (page 16)

c MENU button (page 16)

d INPUT button (page 13)

e [/1 (On/Standby) button (page 7)

h IR IN/IR OUT connector

IR IN: Inputs the signals to control the projector. When connecting to the IR IN connector, the remote control detector does not work with the remote control. IR OUT: Outputs the control signals received at the projector to the connected devices. When operating the projector with the remote control, the connected devices can also be operated.

i TRIGGER 1/TRIGGER 2 connector (page 29)

Connectors

f - AC IN socket (page 7)

g SYNC IN/SYNC OUT connector

Not available.

j Connector light switch

Turns on/off the connector lights.

k DisplayPort 1/DisplayPort 2/DisplayPort 3/

DisplayPort 4 connector (page 11)

l USB connector (page 39)

m LAN connector (page 33)

n REMOTE connector

Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control.

Indicators and remote control detector

o ON/STANDBY indicator (page 37)

p WARNING indicator (page 37)

q Remote control detector (page 8)

Others

r Lens (not supplied) (page 40)

s Ventilation holes (intake)

Note

If you look through the projection lens while the unit is projecting, the light may damage your eyes. Take special caution when using the unit around children.

Rear/Bottom

a Remote control detector (page 8)

b Ventilation holes (exhaust)

c Feet (adjustable) (page 10)

When using the unit in the upside down position, you can remove the feet and attach them to the top side of the unit.

Remote Control

INPUT button: Press to change the input connector in order from A to E.

c Operating a menu (page 16)

ENTER/M/m/</, buttons MENU button RESET button

d Adjusting the lens

FOCUS button: Adjusts the focus. ZOOM button: Adjusts the screen size with the zooming magnification. SHIFT button: Adjusts the projection position of the image. PRECISE ADJ button: Not available.

e Adjusting the image

BRIGHTNESS button: Adjusts the brightness (page 19). LIGHT OUTPUT button: Adjusts the laser output of the light source (page 19). CONTRAST button: Adjusts the contrast (page 19).

f Using various functions while projecting

BLANK button: Cuts off the image. Press again to restore the image. POSITION button: Stores and recalls the lens settings (page 14). MOTIONFLOW button: Reproduces fast-moving images smoothly (page 19). CONTRAST ENHANCER button: Corrects the image automatically to optimize the contrast according to a scene (page 19). REALITY CREATION button: Adjusts the detail and noise processing of images (page 18).

a Turning on the power/Going to standby

(page 7)

? (On) button 1 (Standby) button

b Selecting an input signal (page 13)

A - E buttons: Selects the following input connector.

Button Input connector

ADisplayPort 1

BDisplayPort 2

CDisplayPort 3

DDisplayPort 4

E DisplayPort 1/2

F button: Not available.

g ID MODE switch

Sets the ID mode of the remote control. If a different ID number is assigned to each projector when multiple projectors are used, you can operate only the projector with the same ID mode as that of the remote control (page 29).

h Infrared transmitter

Transmits the infrared light. Direct toward the projector you want to operate.

i IR output connector

Connects to the IR IN connector on the projector with a connecting cable (stereo mini plug (not supplied)) when using the remote control as a wired one. You do not need to install batteries in the remote control.

Connections and Preparations

This section describes how to install the unit and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc.

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items:

• Remote control RM-PJ29 (1)

• Size AA (R6) manganese batteries (2)

• AC power cord (1)

• Plug holder (1)

• Safety Regulations (1)

• Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1)

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control

While pressing the lid, slide it.

Connecting the AC Power Cord

1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC IN socket, then

attach the plug holder to the AC power cord.

Plug holder (supplied)

AC IN socket

AC power cord (supplied)

2 Slide the plug holder over the AC power cord to fix to

the unit.

Insert the batteries E side first.

Caution about handling the remote control

• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it, or

spill liquid of any kind onto it.

• Do not place the remote control in a location near a heat source, a

place subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.

Installing the Unit

Selecting the Menu

The installation distance between the unit and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you use the lens shift features. Install this unit so that it fits the size of your screen. For details on the distance between the unit and the screen (the projection distance) and the size of projected video, see “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 43).

1 Position the unit so that the lens is parallel to the

screen.

Top view

Screen

Language

The factory setting for the language for displaying menus, messages, etc. is English. To change the on-screen language, proceed as follows:

1 After connecting the AC power cord to the unit, plug

the AC power cord into a wall outlet. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the

unit goes into standby mode.

Lights in red.

2 Press the ?/1 button on the unit or the ? button on the

remote control to turn on the unit.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green.

2 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture

so that it fits the screen (page 8).

Note

When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the unit or the zooming magnifications. This is not a malfunction of the unit.

Flashes in green for tens of seconds and then lights in green.

3 Press MENU to display the menu.

The menu window appears.

4 Select the menu language.

Adjusting the Picture Position

Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position.

a Press M/m to select the Setup menu, then

press , or ENTER.

b Press M/m to select “ Language,” then

press , or ENTER.

c Press M/m/</, to select a language, then

press , or ENTER.

5 Press MENU to turn off the menu window.

Tips

•The ?/1 (On/Standby), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/</,/

ENTER buttons on the side panel of the unit function the same as those on the remote control. The LENS button functions in the same way as the FOCUS, ZOOM, and SHIFT buttons of the remote control.

• When adjusting the lens, each time you press the LENS button on the unit, the lens adjustment function switches between “Lens Focus,” “Lens Zoom” and “Lens Shift.”

Note

Depending on the installation location of the unit, you may not be able to control it with the remote control. In this case, point the remote control at the remote control detector of the unit or the screen.

1 Adjust the focus.

Press the FOCUS button to display the Lens Focus adjustment window (test pattern). Then adjust the focus of the picture by pressing the M/m/</, buttons.

Tips

• When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation menu, you cannot adjust the focus, the picture size or the proper position by pressing the FOCUS, ZOOM or SHIFT buttons (page 29).

• When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function menu, the test pattern is not displayed (page 27).

Note

Adjust the lens by using buttons on the remote control or the control panel of the unit. Never make adjustments by directly turning the lens with your hands, which may cause damage or malfunction to the unit.

2 Adjust the picture size.

Press the ZOOM button to display the Lens Zoom adjustment window (test pattern). Then adjust the size of the picture by pressing the M/m/</, buttons.

To make the picture larger, press M/,. To make the picture smaller, press m/<.

3 Adjust the picture position.

Press the SHIFT button to display the Lens Shift adjustment window (test pattern). Then adjust to the proper position of the picture by pressing the M/m/ </, buttons.

To adjust the horizontal position

Press </,. The picture projected on the screen moves right or left

from the center of the lens.

Top view

1 screen width

: Picture position when moving the

picture to the left at maximum

: Picture position when moving the

picture to the right at maximum

To adjust the vertical position

Press M/m. The picture projected on the screen moves up or down

from the center of the lens.

Tips

• Whenever you press the ENTER button, the test pattern disappears.

• Press the RESET button on the remote control while the Lens Shift adjustment window is displayed, the horizontal position returns to the center of the lens (factory default position). The zoom and focus are not changed.

Note

When adjusting the picture position, do not touch the lens unit, otherwise your fingers may be pinched by the moving parts.

Side view

1 screen height

: Picture position when moving the

picture upward at maximum

: Picture position when moving the

picture downward at maximum

Note

The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below. The movable range depends on the lens or the aspect ratio of the projected picture. For details, see “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 43).

Range of movement of the projected picture

Projected Picture

To adjust the tilt of the installation surface

If the unit is installed on an uneven surface, use the feet (adjustable) to keep the unit level.

Tu r n t o

Feet (adjustable)

Notes

adjust.

• If the unit is tilted up or down, the projected image may be trapezoidal.

• Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the feet (adjustable).

Lens adjustment window (test pattern)

1.78:1 (16:9)

1.33:1 (4:3)

2.35:1

1.85:1

The dashed lines show the screen sizes of each aspect ratio.

Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer

When making connections, be sure to do the following:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• Use the proper cables for each connection.

• Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or poor picture quality. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself.

• Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

Connecting to a workstation (V Split display connection)

When connecting two DisplayPort cables to project a “4096 × 2160” or “3840 × 2160” high resolution picture, connect DisplayPort output 1 and DisplayPort output 2 of the workstation to DisplayPort input 1 and DisplayPort input 2 of the unit respectively.

Right side of the unit

DisplayPort output

DisplayPort cables (not supplied)

: Video signal flow

Note

If no picture is projected with the workstation connected to the unit with DisplayPort cables, check the settings of the workstation, or graphic boards.

Workstation

Connecting to a Computer

Right side of the unit

: Video signal flow

Computer

to monitor output

DisplayPort cable (not supplied)

Notes

• If the picture from equipment connected to the unit with a DisplayPort cable is not correct, check the settings of the connected equipment.

• If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both computer’s display and this equipment, the picture of the equipment may not appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor. For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer. For settings of the computer, consult with the manufacturer of the computer.

Projecting

This section describes how to operate the unit to view a picture from the equipment connected to the unit. It also describes how to switch the screen size according to the picture.

Projecting the Picture

1 Turn on both the unit and the equipment connected to

the unit.

2 Press INPUT to display the input palette on the

projection surface.

3 Select the equipment from which you want to display

images. Press INPUT repeatedly or press M/m/ENTER to

select the equipment from which to project.

Projecting HighResolution Images (V Split display)

Signals transferred after an image is split at “4096 × 2160” or “3840 × 2160” resolution are projected.

1 Connect DisplayPort output 1 and DisplayPort output

2 of the workstation to DisplayPort input 1 and DisplayPort input 2 of the unit respectively (page 11).

Example: To view the picture from the video equipment connected to the DisplayPort 1 connector of this unit.

Tips

• When “Status” is set to “Off” on the Setup menu, the input palette does not appear. Press the INPUT button to switch between input terminals sequentially.

• You can also switch the input connectors using the A to E buttons on the remote control.

• You can change the language for the menu and on-screen displays in “Language” on the Setup menu (page 25).

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 button twice on the unit or press the 1

button once on the remote control. The projector starts shutdown and turns off.

2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.

Note

Never disconnect the AC power cord while the unit is turned on.

2 Turn on the unit and workstation. 3 Select DisplayPort 1/2 in the input palette. 4 Select either “2048 × 2160” or “1920 × 2160”

resolution in the setting screen on the workstation*.

5 Select 60Hz for the refresh rate.

* For information on the setting screen, as operation differs depending on the OS or the graphic boards which are installed in the workstation, consult with the manufacturer of the workstation or graphic boards.

Note

Input the synchronized signals output from the same signal system in the same signal format to DisplayPort 1 and DisplayPort 2.

Using the Picture Position

You can store up to five combinations of lens settings (focus, picture size, picture position), aspect ratio, and blanking. These settings can be recalled.

1 Press POSITION.

The Picture Position selecting palette is displayed.

2 Press POSITION repeatedly, or press M/m/ENTER to

select the position. The settings of the position selected is recalled.

Store or delete lens settings (focus, picture size, picture position) in the “Picture Position” of the Screen menu (page 23). Adjust the aspect ratio or blanking in the “Aspect” (page 24) or “Blanking” (page 24) of the Screen menu. The position where the lens settings are not stored is displayed as “---.”

Image of the lens moving

In the example below, the images with aspect ratio of

1.78:1 (16:9) and 2.35:1 are projected on a 2.35:1 screen.

When a 1.78:1 (16:9) image is input

When a 2.35:1 image is input

Press the POSITION button.

The 2.35:1 image expands to fill the screen.

Notes

• After you have selected and confirmed the lens position, the lens starts to move. Do not touch, or place anything near, the lens, otherwise it may cause injury or a malfunction.

• If you press any button on the remote control or the unit while the lens is moving, the lens stops. In this case, select the lens position again or adjust the lens manually.

• The Picture Position function is not guaranteed to reproduce the lens settings precisely.

• When you use the subtended screen angle of two or more aspects using lens zoom, install the unit within the specified parameters referring to “Projection distance” (page 44). With some setting positions, the range of lens shift may be restricted, even though the unit is installed within the specified parameters.

Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal

Original image (for 16:9 display)

Recommended setting and resultant images

Normal

You can select an aspect ratio best suited for the video signal received.

1 Press MENU to display the menu. 2 Press M/m to select the Screen menu, then press

, or ENTER.

3 Press M/m to select “Aspect”, then press , or

ENTER.

4 Press M/m to select the aspect setting (page 24).

Original image (for 16:9 display)

Recommended setting and resultant images

1.85:1 Zoom

1.78:1 (16:9)

1.33:1 (4:3)

1.33:1 (4:3) with side panels

Stretch

Squeezed

Notes

• Selectable aspect modes vary depending on the input signal (page 41).

• When a computer signal is input, you cannot select the aspect setting.

1.85:1

Squeezed 1.85:1

2.35:1

Squeezed 2.35:1

Notes on switching the “Aspect” setting

• Select the aspect mode taking into account that changing the aspect ratio of the original picture will provide a different look from that of the original image.

• Note that if the unit is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching the aspect may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which are legally protected.

2.35:1 Zoom

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