Sony VPL-HW15 User Manual

Video Projector

4-156-596-12 (1)

Operating Instructions

VPL-HW15

© 2009 Sony Corporation

WARNING

Wartungsarbeiten stets nur
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or
moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do
not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified
personnel only.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE
EARTHED.

AVERTISSEMENT

Afin de réduire les risques
d’incendie ou d’électrocution,
ne pas exposer cet appareil à
la pluie ou à l’humidité.

Afin d’écarter tout risque
d’électrocution, garder le
coffret fermé. Ne confier
l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à
un personnel qualifié.

CET APPAREIL DOIT ÊTRE
RELIÉ À LA TERRE.

WARNUNG

Um die Gefahr von Bränden
oder elektrischen Schlägen zu
verringern, darf dieses Gerät
nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit
ausgesetzt werden.

Um einen elektrischen Schlag
zu vermeiden, darf das
Gehäuse nicht geöffnet
werden. Überlassen Sie

DIESES GERÄT MUSS
GEERDET WERDEN.

For the customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada

WARNING:

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V
may require the use of a different line cord or
attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk
of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.

2

All interface cables used to connect
peripherals must be shielded in order to
comply with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.

If you have any questions about this product,
you may call;
Sony Customer Information Service Center
1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY
Model: VPL-HW15
Responsible party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

San Diego, CA 92127
U.S.A.

Telephone Number:858-942-2230

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

For the customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

Pour les clients au Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For the customers in Europe

The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku,
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC
and product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters please refer to the
addresses given in separate service or
guarantee documents.

Pour les clients en Europe

Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku,
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japon.
Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la
sécurité des produits est Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question
concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez
consulter les adresses indiquées dans les
documents de service ou de garantie séparés.

Für Kunden in Europa

Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku,
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.
Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und
Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen
Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf
Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie
sich bitte an die in den separaten
Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten
aufgeführten Anschriften.

For kundene i Norge

Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT­strømfordelingssystem.

Für Kunden in Deutschland

Entsorgungshinweis: Bitte werfen Sie nur
entladene Batterien in die Sammelboxen
beim Handel oder den Kommunen. Entladen
sind Batterien in der Regel dann, wenn das
Gerät abschaltet und signalisiert “Batterie
leer” oder nach längerer Gebrauchsdauer der
Batterien “nicht mehr einwandfrei
funktioniert”. Um sicherzugehen, kleben Sie
die Batteriepole z.B. mit einem
Klebestreifen ab oder geben Sie die
Batterien einzeln in einen Plastikbeutel.

For the customers in Taiwan only

3

Table of Contents

Precautions ......................................... 6

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side .................................7

Rear/Bottom ....................................... 8

Remote Control .................................. 9

Connections and
Preparations

Unpacking ........................................10

Step 1: Installing the Projector ......... 11

Before Setting Up the

Projector ..................................... 11

Positioning the Projector and a

screen ......................................... 13

Step 2: Adjusting the Picture

Position ............................................ 17

Step 3: Connecting the Projector ..... 22

Connecting to a VCR ................. 22

Connecting to a Computer ......... 25

Step 4: Selecting the Menu

Language ..........................................26

Projecting

Projecting the Picture on the

Screen ...............................................28

Turning Off the Power ................29

Operating the BRAVIA Sync
Compatible Equipment with the

Remote Control of the Projector ......30

Selecting the Wide Screen Mode .....32

Selecting the Picture Viewing

Mode ................................................34

Adjusting the Picture Quality ...........35

Selecting to Directly Adjust the

Desired Menu Item .....................35

Selecting Desired Adjust Menu

Items in the Order .......................36

Adjusting the Picture Using Real

Color Processing ...............................37

Using the Menus

Operation through the Menus ...........39

Picture Menu ....................................43

Advanced Picture Menu ...................47

Screen Menu .....................................48

Setup Menu .......................................50

Function Menu .................................52

Installation Menu ..............................54

Information Menu .............................56

About the Preset Memory No. ....57

4

Others

About the Control for HDMI ........... 58

About the x.v.Color ..........................59

Troubleshooting ...............................60

Warning Indicators .....................63

Message Lists .............................64

Replacing the Lamp and the Air
Filter and Cleaning the Ventilation

Holes (intake) ...................................65

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

Fitting the Lens Cap .........................68

Cleaning and the Screen of the

Projector ...........................................69

Specifications ...................................70

Preset Signals .............................72

Input Signals and Adjustable/

Setting Items ...............................75

Ceiling Installation ...........................77

Index ...............................................81

Trademark Information

“PS3” is a registered trademark of Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC.

“Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark.

..........................................................................

Control for HDMI is an HDMI standard mutual
control function which uses the HDMI CEC
(Consumer Electronics Control) specification.
This projector supports DeepColor, x.v.Color,
LipSync and computer input signal of HDMI
standards. It also supports HDCP.

5

Precautions

On safety

• Check that the operating voltage of your
unit is identical with the voltage of your
local power supply.

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into
the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it further.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is
not to be used for several days.

• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the
plug. Never pull the cord itself.

• The wall outlet should be near the unit and
easily accessible.

• The unit is not disconnected to the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned off.

• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is
on.

• Do not place your hand or objects near the
ventilation holes. The air coming out is
hot.

On preventing internal heat build­up

After you turn off the power with the I/1
(ON/STANDBY) switch, do not disconnect
the unit from the wall outlet while the
cooling fan is still running.

Caution

The projector is equipped with ventilation
holes (intake) and ventilation holes
(exhaust). Do not block or place anything
near these holes, or internal heat build-up
may occur, causing picture degradation or
damage to the projector.

On repacking

Save the original shipping carton and
packing material; they will come in handy if
you ever have to ship your unit. For
maximum protection, repack your unit as it
was originally packed at the factory.

6

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side

You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote
control to operate the projector.

Location of Controls

M/m/</, (arrow)/

(enter) button (1 page 39)

MENU button (1 page 39)

INPUT button (1 page 28)

?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch (1 page 18)

Control panel

Lens shift dials (1 page 18)

LAMP/COVER
indicator
(1 page 63)

Ventilation

holes (exhaust)
(1 page 12)

Focus ring (1 page 20)
Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 12)

Note

While the ON/STANDBY indicator
lights in orange, the power saving
mode is on. (1 page 51)

Remote control detector

Zoom lever (1 page 20)

ON/STANDBY
indicator
(1 page 17)

- AC IN socket

HDMI 1 connector (1 page 22)

HDMI 2 connector (1 page 22)

INPUT A connector (1 page 25)

S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/VIDEO INPUT
connector (phono type) (1 page 24)

B/CB PR/CR connector

Y P
(phono type) (1 page 22)

REMOTE connector
Connects to a computer,
etc. for remote control

7

Rear/Bottom

Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 12)

Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 12)

Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 12)

Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 12)

Lamp cover (1 page 66)

Adjusters (1 page 21)

Filter holder (1 page 67)

Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 12)

Projector suspension
support attaching hole
(1 page 77)

8

Remote Control

LIGHT button

Illuminates the buttons on

the remote control.

PICTURE MODE buttons

(1 page 34)

Buttons to operate

BRAVIA Sync compatible

equipment (1 page 30)

Location of Controls

Infrared transmitter

?/1 (On/standby)

switch (1 page 18)

INPUT button (1 page 28)

LENS button
(1 page 18)

BLACK LEVEL button

(1 page 35)

GAMMA CORRECTION

button (1 page 35)

COLOR SPACE button

(1 page 35)

WIDE MODE button

(1 page 32)

SHARPNESS +/– button

(1 page 45)

RESET button (1 page 39)

M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter)
buttons (1 page 39)

MENU button (1 page 39)

ADVANCED IRIS button
(1 page 35)

COLOR TEMP button
(1 page 35)

ADJ PIC (Adjust Picture) button
(1 page 36)

RCP (Real Color Processing)
button (1 page 37)

CONTRAST +/– button
(1 page 44)

BRIGHTNESS +/– button
(1 page 44)

9

Connections and Preparations

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

Unpacking

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

• Remote control (1) and
Size AA (R6) manganese batteries (2)

Inserting the batteries into the remote control

Insert the batteries E side first as shown in the illustration.
Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may
cause a short circuit and may generate heat.

• AC power cord (1)

• Lens cap (1)
When you have purchased the projector,
the lens cap is put onto the lens.
Remove this lens cap when you use the
projector.

• Operating Instructions (this manual)

Push and slide to open.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
When you dispose of the battery, you must obey the law in the relative area or country.

Installing batteries

Two size AA (R6) batteries are supplied for Remote Control.
To avoid risk of explosion, use size AA (R6) manganese or alkaline batteries.

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 in a location near a heat source, a place subject to direct
sunlight, or a damp room.

10

Step 1: Installing the Projector

The projector displays pictures output from
a VCR or other device.
The lens shift allows you to have broader
options for placing the projector and
viewing pictures easily.

Before Setting Up the Projector

Unsuitable installation

Do not place the projector in the following
situations, which may cause malfunction
or damage to the projector.

Poorly ventilated location

Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 7/8 inches)
around the unit.

Hot and humid

Installing the projector in such a location
may cause a malfunction of the unit due to
moisture condensation or rise in
temperature.

Near a heat or smoke sensor

Malfunction of the sensor may occur.

Very dusty and extremely smoky
locations

Install in a location away from walls

To maintain the performance and
reliability of the projector, allow at
least 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) between
the projector and walls.

Connections and Preparations

Locations subject to direct cool or
warm air from an air-conditioner

(11

30 cm

7

/8inches)

30 cm
(11

7

/8inches)

(11 7/8inches)

(11

30 cm

30 cm

7

/8inches)

11

Improper use

Do not do any of the following while using
the projector.

Blocking the ventilation holes (intake
or exhaust)

Ventilation holes
(intake)

Ventilation holes
(exhaust)

Tip

For details on the location of the ventilation
holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of
Controls” (1 page 7).

Tilting front/rear and left/right

15° or more

15° or more

Avoid using the projector tilted at an angle
of more than 15 degrees.
Do not install the projector anywhere other
than on a level surface or on the ceiling.
Installing the projector in such a location
may result in uneven color uniformity or
reduce the reliability of the effects of the
lamp.

When installing the unit at altitudes

When using the projector at an altitude of
1,500 m or higher, set “Cooling Setting” in the
Setup menu to “High” (1 page 50).
Failing to set this mode when using the
projector at high altitudes could have adverse
effects, such as reducing the reliability of
certain components.

15° or more

15° or more

12

15° or more

WARNING

When installing the unit, incorporate a readily
accessible disconnect device in the fixed
wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily
accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault
should occur during operation of the unit,
operate the disconnect device to switch the
power supply off, or disconnect the power
plug.

Positioning the Projector and a screen

The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size
of the screen or whether or not you use the lens shift features.

1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen.

You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector so that the center
of the lens is within the area indicated in gray in the illustration.
Use the values L, x and y in the table on page 15 or 16 as a guide.

Screen

*

**

* Installation position not using lens shift (x = 0, y = 0)
** Example of installation position using lens shift (x, y)

Connections and Preparations

L: Distance between the screen and the front end of the projector’s lens.
x: Horizontal distance between the center of the screen and the center of the

projector’s lens.

y: Vertical distance between the center of the screen and the center of the projector’s

lens.

For installation of the projector on a ceiling, see “Ceiling Installation.”
(1 page 77)

For details on the lens shift feature, see “Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position.”
(1 page 17)

13

When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size

Screen Size

SS (inches)

(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620

minimum 1201 1825 2448 3072 3695 4631 6189 7748 9307

L

maximum 1840 2782 3723 4664 5605 7017 9371 11724 14077

x 000000000

y 324 486 648 809 971 1214 1619 2024 2428

x 44 66 89 111 133 166 221 277 332

y 259 389 518 648 777 971 1295 1619 1943

x 89 133 177 221 266 332 443 553 664

y 194 291 389 486 583 728 971 1214 1457

x 133 199 266 332 398 498 664 830 996

y 130 194 259 324 389 486 648 809 971

x 177 266 354 443 531 664 886 1107 1328

y 65 97 130 162 194 243 324 405 486

x 221 332 443 553 664 830 1107 1384 1660

y 000000000

To calculate the installation positions
L (minimum) = 31.1781 (1
L (maximum) = 47.0644 (1
y = –1.463 × x (mm or inch) + 8.0942 (

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300

(47 3/8) (71 7/8) (96 1/2) (121) (145 1/2) (182 3/8) (243 3/4) (305 1/8) (366 1/2)

(72 1/2) (109 5/8) (146 5/8) (183 5/8) (220 3/4) (276 3/8) (369) (461 5/8) (554 1/4)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

7

(12

/8)(19 1/4) (25 5/8) (31 7/8) (38 1/4)(47 7/8) (63 3/4) (79 3/4) (95 5/8)

3

(1

/4)(2 5/8)(3 5/8)(4 3/8)(5 1/4)(6 5/8)(8 3/4) (11) (13 1/8)

1

(10

/4)(15 3/8) (20 1/2) (25 5/8) (30 5/8)(38 1/4) (51) (63 3/4) (76 1/2)

5

(3

/8)(5 1/4) (7) (8 3/4) (10 1/2)(13 1/8) (17 1/2) (21 7/8) (26 1/4)

3

(7

/4)(11 1/2) (15 3/8) (19 1/4)(23)(28 3/4) (38 1/4) (47 7/8) (57 3/8)

1

(5

/4)(7 7/8) (10 1/2) (13 1/8) (15 3/4)(19 5/8) (26 1/4) (32 3/4) (39 1/4)

1

(5

/8)(7 3/4) (10 1/4) (12 7/8) (15 3/8)(19 1/4) (25 5/8) (31 7/8) (38 1/4)

(7) (10

5

(2

/8)(3 7/8)(5 1/8)(6 1/2)(7 3/4)(9 5/8) (12 7/8)(16)(19 1/4)

3

(8

/4)(13 1/8) (17 1/2) (21 7/8) (26 1/4)(32 3/4) (43 5/8) (54 1/2) (65 3/8)

1

/2) (14) (17 1/2)(21)(26 1/4) (35) (43 5/8) (52 3/8)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

Unit: mm (inches)

7

/32) × SS – 46.1543 (1 13/16)

27

/32) × SS – 42.3308 (1 21/32)

5

/16) × SS

14

When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen size

Screen Size

SS (inches)

(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620

minimum 1480 2243 3006 3770 4533 5677 7585 9493 11401

L

maximum 2262 3414 4566 5718 6870 8598 11478 14357 17237

x 000000000

y 396 594 792 991 1189 1486 1981 2477 2972

x 54 81 108 135 163 203 271 339 406

y 317 475 634 792 951 1189 1585 1981 2377

x 108 163 217 271 325 406 542 677 813

y 238 357 475 594 713 892 1189 1486 1783

x 163 244 325 406 488 610 813 1016 1219

y 158 238 317 396 475 594 792 991 1189

x 217 325 433 542 650 813 1084 1355 1626

y 79 119 158 198 238 297 396 495 594

x 271 406 542 677 813 1016 1355 1693 2032

y 000000000

To calculate the installation positions
L (minimum) = 38.1569 (1
L (maximum) = 57.5992 (2
y = –1.463 × x (mm or inch) + 9.9060 (

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300

(58 3/8) (88 3/8) (118 3/8) (148 1/2) (178 1/2) (223 5/8) (298 5/8) (373 3/4) (448 7/8)

(89 1/8) (134 1/2) (179 7/8) (225 1/8) (270 1/2) (338 5/8) (452) (565 1/4) (678 5/8)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

5

(15

/8) (23 1/2)(31 1/4) (39 1/8) (46 7/8) (58 5/8) (78) (97 5/8)

1

(2

/4)(3 1/4)(4 3/8)(5 3/8)(6 1/2) (8) (10 3/4)(13 3/8) (16)

1

(12

/2) (18 3/4) (25) (31 1/4) (37 1/2) (46 7/8) (62 1/2) (78) (93 5/8)

3

(4

/8)(6 1/2)(8 5/8) (10 3/4) (12 7/8) (16) (21 3/8)(26 3/4) (32 1/8)

3

(9

/8) (14 1/8)(18 3/4) (23 1/2) (28 1/8) (35 1/8) (46 7/8)(58 5/8) (70 1/4)

1

(6

/2)(9 5/8)(12 7/8) (16) (19 1/4) (24 1/8) (32 1/8) (40) (48)

1

(6

/4)(9 3/8)(12 1/2) (15 5/8) (18 3/4) (23 1/2) (31 1/4)(39 1/8) (46 7/8)

5

(8

/8) (12 7/8)(17 1/8) (21 3/8) (25 5/8) (32 1/8) (42 3/4)(53 3/8) (64 1/8)

1

(3

/8)(4 3/4)(6 1/4)(7 7/8)(9 3/8) (11 3/4) (15 5/8)(19 1/2) (23 1/2)

3

(10

/4) (16) (21 3/8) (26 3/4) (32 1/8) (40) (53 3/8)(66 3/4) (80)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

Unit: mm (inches)

1

/2) × SS – 46.1543 (1 13/16)

9

/32) × SS – 42.3308 (1 21/32)

3

/8) × SS

Connections and Preparations

(117 1/8)

15

2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen.

Top view

Screen

3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it fits the

screen. (1 page 17)

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 projector or the zooming magnifications. This
is not a malfunction of the projector.

16

Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position

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

ON/STANDBY indicator

1

Lens shift dials

4

Remote control
detector

5, 6

Zoom lever,
Focus ring

3 LENS button

2

Connections and Preparations

?/1 (On/

standby)
switch

Tip

The ?/1 (ON/STANDBY), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/</,/ (joystick) buttons on the side
panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control.

Note

Depending on the installation location of the projector, you may not control it with the remote
control. In this case, point the remote control to the screen instead of the projector.

1 After connecting the AC cord to

the projector plug the AC cord

Lights in red.

into a wall outlet.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights
in red and the projector goes into
standby mode.

17

Flashes in green fo

r

a while (tens of
seconds) and then
lights in green.

2 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY)

switch to turn on the projector.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes
in green, and then lights in green.
When the ON/STANDBY indicator
flashes, “Starting...” appears on the
screen.

3 Display a test signal for

performing adjustments.

Press the LENS button on the remote
control to display the test signal.

Tip

The test signal is displayed for 1 minute.
Press the button to clear the test signal
display before that.

4 Move both lens shift dials to

adjust the picture position.

To adjust the vertical
position

18

To adjust the horizontal position

To adjust the horizontal position

Turn the lens shift dial right or left.
The picture projected on the screen moves right or left by a maximum of 25% of the screen
width from the center of the lens.

25% 1 screen width 25%

Top view

: 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

Turn the lens shift dial up or down.
The picture projected on the screen moves up or down by a maximum of 65% of the screen
height from the center of the lens.

Side view

Connections and Preparations

65%

1
screen
height

65%

: Picture position when moving the picture upward at

maximum

: Picture position when moving the picture downward at

maximum

19

Notes

• The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area
illustrated below. In this connection, see “Positioning the Projector and a screen” (1 page 13) as
well.

Range of movement of

the projected picture

Projected Picture

H: Width of the projected picture
V: Height of the projected picture

• When you use both the horizontal and vertical lens shift features at the same time, the distance the
picture projected on the screen moves differ depending on how much the lens shift is adjusted. For
details, see the table on page 15 or 16.

5 Adjust the picture size using the

zoom lever.

20

Zoom lever

6 Adjust the focus using the focus

ring.

Focus ring

To adjust the tilt of the installation surface

If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector
level.

Turn to adjust.

Adjusters

Notes

• Pointing the projector at too high or too low of a tilt will result in trapezoidal distortion in the
projected image.

• Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the adjusters.

Connections and Preparations

21

Step 3: Connecting the Projector

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 VCR

To connect to equipment with HDMI output connectors

You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc
player/recorder, or PS3
Moreover, if you have a Control for HDMI compatible equipment, you can operate the
projector synchronizing with the Control for HDMI compatible equipment. For details,
see the Function menu (1 page 52) and “About the Control for HDMI” (1 page 58).

®

equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector.

Right side of the projector

: Video signal flow

22

AV amplifier

Equipment with HDMI
output connectors

HDMI cable (not supplied)

When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use
a cable that has acquired the HDMI logo.

Speakers

to HDMI output

Notes

• When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector, make sure the V mark on the upper

part of the HDMI input of the projector and the

v mark on the connector of the cable is

set at the same position.

• If the picture from equipment connected to the projector with an HDMI cable is not
clear, check the settings of the connected equipment.

To connect to equipment with component video output
connectors

Connections and Preparations

Right side of the projector

: Video signal flow

AV amplifier

Equipment with component
video output connectors

Component video cable (not supplied)

Speakers

23

To connect to a VCR equipped with the S video connector or
video connector

You can connect a DVD player/recorder, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk
player, which is not equipped with component video connectors.

Right side of the projector

Speakers

Video equipment

to S video or
video output

S video or video cable (not supplied)

: Video signal flow

AV amplifier

Tip

If you do not know to which connector you should connect the cable, S VIDEO INPUT (S video
input connector) or VIDEO INPUT (video input connector), connect it to S VIDEO to enjoy better
picture quality.
If the equipment to be connected has no S video connector, connect the cable to the video output.

24

Connecting to a Computer

Right side of the projector

Computer

to monitor output

HD-Dsub15 pin cable (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied)

: Video signal flow

When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use
a cable that has acquired the HDMI logo.

Tip

When connecting an HD-Dsub15 pin cable, set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to
“Auto” or “Computer.” If the input signal does not appear properly, set it to “Computer.” (1
pages 51, 64)

Notes

• When connecting an HDMI cable, make sure the V mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of
the projector and the

v mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position.

• 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.

• If the picture from equipment connected to the projector with an HDMI cable is not clear, check
the settings of the connected equipment.

Connections and Preparations

25

Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language

You can select one of 16 languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays.
The factory default setting is English. To change the current menu language, set the
desired language with the menu screen.

2,3,4

M/m/</,
(arrow)/ (enter)
buttons

1

MENU button

1 Press MENU.

The menu appears.

26

2 Press M/m to select the

Setup menu, and press , or

.

The setting items of the selected menu
appears.

3 Press M/m to select “Language,”

and press , or .

Connections and Preparations

4 Press M/m/</, to select a

language, and press .

The menu changes to the selected
language.

To clear the menu

Press MENU.

27

Projecting

This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the equipment
connected to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste.

Projecting the Picture on the Screen

1 Power on both the projector and

the equipment connected to the
projector.

2 Press INPUT to display the input

palette on the screen.

3 Select the equipment from

which you want to display
images.

Press INPUT repeatedly or press M/m/

(enter) to select the equipment

Example: To view the picture

from the video
equipment connected
to the VIDEO INPUT
connector.

from which to project.

To view the picture from Press INPUT to display

Video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT connector Video

Video equipment connected to the S VIDEO INPUT connector S-Video

RGB/component equipment connected to the INPUT A connector Input-A*

Component equipment connected to the Y P

Equipment connected to the HDMI 1 connector HDMI 1

Equipment connected to the HDMI 2 connector HDMI 2

* Set the “Input-A Signal Sel.” setting in the Setup menu according to the signal input. When

you set it to “Auto,” and cannot display the picture properly, select an appropriate signal
according to the input signal. (1 pages 51, 57)

Tips

• When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function menu, only input terminals with
effective signals are displayed in the input palette.

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

• When the “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” in the Function menu, the input terminal with
effective signals is automatically displayed, synchronizing with the operation of the equipment
connected to HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input of the projector. (Only when the connected equipment
supports Control for HDMI compatible.)

28

B/CB PR/CR connector Component

Notes on input of HDMI signal

The projector adjusts the RGB dynamic range of the equipment connected with HDMI
cable to the following to suit the HDMI standard and display in best picture quality.
When video signal is input: Limited (16-235)
When computer signal is input: Full (0-255)

When a signal other than those of HDMI standard is input, the following symptoms may
occur.

• When a video signal is input, the color gradation of the dark area or bright area may
become unclear, or texts may become faded. In this case, switch the RGB dynamic range
of the connected equipment to Limited (16-235). If this adjustment is unavailable, adjust
“Brightness”, “Contrast”, or “Sharpness” in the Picture menu of the projector. (1
page 44)

* When a computer signal is input, the texts may become faded. In this case, adjust the “Sharpness”

in the Picture menu. (1 page 45) (* 1,920 × 1,080 or 1,280 × 720 signals)

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch.

A message “POWER OFF?” appears on the screen.

2 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch again before the message

disappears.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce the
internal heat. First, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes quickly, during which you will
not be able to light up the ON/STANDBY indicator with the

Note

Never disconnect the power cord while the indicator is flashing.

The fan stops and the ON/STANDBY indicator changes from flashing green to remaining
red.

?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch.

Projecting

The power is turned off completely, and you can disconnect the power cord.

You can turn off the projector by holding the
second, instead of performing the above steps.

?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch for about 1

29

Operating the BRAVIA Sync Compatible Equipment with the Remote Control of the Projector

BRAVIA Sync

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

By using the remote control of the projector, you can directly operate the BRAVIA Sync
compatible equipment connected to the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 INPUT connectors of the
projector. Only the connected equipment that is currently being viewed can be operated.
To operate the BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment, the Control for HDMI setting of the
projector and the connected equipment must both be set. (1 page 52)

Making operations such as
playback or stop

Press ., m, N, >, M, X, x
while viewing pictures.

You can make basic operations such as
playback or stop for the connected
equipment currently being viewed.

Buttons
available to
operate the
BRAVIA
Sync
compatible
equipment

Displaying and operating the
menu of the connected
equipment currently being
viewed

Press SYNC MENU while viewing pictures.
Operating menu of the connected equipment
currently being viewed is displayed. Select
the menu item to operate with

or RETURN.

compatible equipment

/m/</,/

M

30

Note

You cannot operate the BRAVIA Sync
compatible equipment with the remote control
of the projector while the menu of the projector
is being displayed.

Using the OPTIONS button to
operate

1 Press OPTIONS while viewing

pictures from the connected
BRAVIA Sync compatible
equipment.

Device Control screen is displayed.

2 Select the desired menu item to

operate with M/m/ .

The screen of the selected menu item is
displayed.

Operate through the menu or select a
menu item with M/m/</,/ .

Switching the input setting to
the BRAVIA Sync compatible
equipment

1 Press SYNC MENU while

viewing pictures from
connected equipment that is not
BRAVIA Sync compatible.

Sync’d HDMI Devices screen is
displayed.

*1

2 Select the name of the equipment

to use with M/m and press .

The power of the selected equipment
will turn on, and the input setting of the
projector will switch to the terminal of
the selected equipment.

*1

Only the Control for HDMI compatible
equipment connected to HDMI 1 and
HDMI 2 INPUT connectors are
displayed. Connected equipment will
not be displayed when connected to
component input connectors, etc. of the
projector. Also, connected equipment
will not be displayed if it is not
compatible with HDMI Control. AV
amplifier is also not displayed.

*2

Some equipment may take few minutes
for the power to turn on.

Notes

• Only connected equipment compatible with BRAVIA Sync can be operated with the remote
control of the projector.

• Functions available to operate differ depending on the equipment.

• For the functions available to operate, refer to the operating instruction of each equipment.

*2

Projecting

31

Selecting the Wide Screen Mode

You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to the video signal received.

Press WIDE MODE.

Each time you press the button, you can
select the “Wide Mode” setting.
You can also select it using the menu.
(1 page 48)

WIDE MODE
button

Original

image

Squeezed

32

When the Wide

Mode is operated

Wide Zoom (When a video
signal is input)

A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged
naturally to fill the screen. The upper and
lower portions of the screen are slightly
cut off.

Normal (When a video signal is
input)

A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is displayed in
the center of the screen and enlarged to fill
the screen vertically.

Full (When a video signal is
input)

A picture squeezed to 4:3 aspect ratio is
displayed in its original aspect ratio.
When a 4:3 aspect ratio picture is
displayed, the picture is enlarged
horizontally to fill the 16:9 screen.

Tip

Squeezed: An original 16:9 aspect ratio picture
is recorded horizontally compressed to a 4:3
picture.

L

etterbox picture with side panels

Zoom

A 16:9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged
vertically and horizontally in the same
ratio to fill the screen. Use this mode to

Letterbox picture

view a letterbox picture or a letterbox
picture with side panels.
If the subtitle of a movie, etc. is hidden
and cannot be seen, adjust the screen with
“Vertical Size” and “V Center” to display
the subtitle. (1 page 49)

Full 1 (When a computer
signal is input)

Displays a picture on the whole of the
screen without changing the aspect ratio
of the original picture.

Full 2 (When a computer
signal is input)

Displays a picture on the whole of the
screen.

Notes

• You can adjust the vertical position of the picture with “V Center” and “Vertical Size” in the

Screen menu only when “Zoom” is selected. (1 page 49)

• When the aspect ratio of the computer signal is 16:9 or wider, the “Wide Mode” setting is fixed at
“Full 1.”

Projecting

Notes on selecting the wide screen mode

The projector is featured with the WIDE MODE. When changing the settings of WIDE
MODE, use caution as described below.

• Select the wide screen 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 projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original
picture by switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of
authors or producers, which are legally protected.

33

Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode

You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or room
conditions.

Press one of the
PICTURE MODE buttons
(DYNAMIC, STANDARD,

PICTURE MODE
buttons

DYNAMIC
STANDARD
CINEMA
USER 1
USER 2
USER 3

CINEMA, USER 1, USER 2 and
USER 3).

DYNAMIC

Project bright images with sharp, vivid
picture quality.

STANDARD

Ideal for projecting TV programs,
concerts, and other video images.

CINEMA

Picture quality suited for watching
movies.

USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3

You can adjust the quality of the picture to
suit your taste and store the settings into
the selected memory of the projector.
Press one of the USER 1, USER 2 and
USER 3 buttons, then adjust the picture
by using the buttons on the remote control
or the menus (1 pages 35, 43). The
settings are stored, and you can view the
picture with the adjusted picture quality
by pressing the button.

34

Adjusting the Picture Quality

You can easily adjust the picture quality that suits your taste by selecting the adjustment
items with the remote control. The adjusted data can be stored in each picture mode.

Selecting to Directly Adjust the Desired Menu Item

Projecting

GAMMA
CORRECTION
button

BLACK LEVEL
button

ADVANCED IRIS
button

COLOR TEMP
button

COLOR SPACE
button

The following menu items can be
adjusted by using the buttons on
the remote control.

“Gamma Correction”

“Black Level Adj.”

“Advanced Iris”

“Color Temp.”

“Color Space”

Press the following buttons of the desired menu
item repeatedly to adjust the picture quality to
suit your taste. For details on each menu item,
see the Picture

menu. (1 page 43)

35

Selecting Desired Adjust Menu Items in the Order

1 Press ADJ PIC.

Each time you press the button, the
following adjustment windows are
displayed in sequence.

2

M/m/</,
(arrow) /
(enter) buttons

“Advanced Iris”, “Lamp Control”,
“Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Color”,
“Hue”, “Color Temp.”, “Sharpness”,
“NR”, “MPEG NR”, “Film Mode”,
“Black Level Adj.”, “Gamma
Correction”, “x.v.Color”, “Color
Space”

For details on each adjustment, see the
Picture menu. (1 page 43)

1

ADJ PIC
button

Note

Some adjustment windows cannot be
displayed, depending on the type of input
signal. For details, see “Input Signals and
Adjustable/Setting Items” (1 page 75).

2 Make the setting or adjustment

on an item with M/m/</,.

When changing the adjustment
level

To increase the value, press M/,.
To decrease the value, press m/<.

Example: To adjust the contrast

36

When changing the setting

Press M/m to change the setting.

Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing

The Real Color Processing (RCP) feature allows you to adjust the color and hue of each
target of the projected picture you specify independently. You can thus obtain a picture
more suitable to your taste.

Tip

Freeze the scene of the video source when you are adjusting the picture using Real Color Processing.

1 Press RCP on the remote

control.

2, 3, 4, 5

M/m/</,
(arrow) /
(enter) buttons

1

RCP (Real
Color
Processing)
button

2 Press M/m to select “User 1,”

“User 2” or “User 3,” then press

,.

The RCP (Real Color Processing)
window appears.

3 Select the target color you want

to adjust.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 described
below to specify the target color.

Projecting

Reference palette

1 Press

M/m to select

“Color Select,” then press
to select the color you want to
adjust among “Red,” “Yellow,”
“Green,” “Cyan,” “Blue” and
“Magenta.”

Only the portions that correspond
to the specified color will be
colored and the other portions will
be displayed in black and white.
The reference palette in the RCP
window also shows the adjustable
colors. Select the desired setting to
adjust the color on the projected
image using the reference palette
as a guide.

</,

37

2 Press M/m to select “Position” or

“Range,” and specify it more
delicate color position and color
range you want to adjust using

</,.

4 Adjust the color of the specified

portions.

Press

M/m to select “RCP Color” or

“RCP Hue,” then adjust the color or
hue of the portions selected in step 3 to
suit your taste using
watching the projected picture. The
picture is returned to normal color
during adjustment.

</, while

5 After the adjustment is

complete, press .

The RCP window disappears and the
picture of step 2 is appeared. Then
after a few seconds, normal picture is
restored.

Tip

There are some limitations on selection of
position and range.

38

Using the Menus

This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the menus.

Operation through the Menus

The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and
settings. Some of the adjustable/setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting
menu or adjustment menu with no main menu, or in the next menu window. If you select
an item name followed by an arrow (
To change the on-screen menu language, see “Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language.”
(1 page 26)

RESET button

2, 3, 4

M/m/</, (arrow) /

1

MENU button

B), the next menu window with setting items appears.

(enter) buttons

Using the Menus

39

1 Press MENU.

The menu window appears.

2 Press M/m to select a menu item,

and press , or .

The items that can be set or adjusted
with the selected menu appear. The
item presently selected is shown in
yellow.

40

Pop-up menu

Setting menu

3 Press M/m to select an item you

want to set or adjust and press
, or .

The setting items are displayed in a
pop-up menu, in a setting menu, in an
adjustment menu or in the next menu
window.

Setting items

Using the Menus

Adjustment menu

Next menu window

Setting items

41

4 Make the setting or adjustment

of an item.

When changing the adjustment
level

To increase the value, press M/,.
To decrease the value, press m/<.
Press to restore the original screen.

When changing the setting

Press M/m to change the setting.
Press to restore the original screen.
You can restore the original menu
screen using < depending on the
selected item.

Items that cannot be adjusted

Adjustable items differ depending on the
input signal. The items that cannot be
adjusted or set do not appear in the menu.
(1 page 75)

To clear the menu

Press MENU.

To reset the picture that has
been adjusted

Select “Reset” from Picture menu.

To reset the items that have
been adjusted

Select an item in the Menu screen, and
display the pop-up menu, the setting
menu, and the adjustment menu.
Press the RESET on the remote control to
reset only the selected settings to its
factory preset value.

Note

RESET button on the remote control is
available only when the adjustment menu or
the setting menu is selected.

When the screen display appears, select
“Yes” using < and press .
All of the following settings are reset to its
factory preset value.
The settings of “Cinema Black Pro”,
“Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Color”,
“Hue”, “Color Temp”, “Sharpness” and
“Expert Setting” on the Picture

42

menu

Picture Menu

The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture.

Note

These items may not be available, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input
Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items” (1 page 75).

Using the Menus

Picture Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of

Reset Resets all currently selected picture mode settings to their default values.

picture or the environment.
Dynamic: Project bright images with sharp, vivid picture quality.
Standard: Ideal for projecting TV programs, concerts, and other video

images.

Cinema: Picture quality suited for watching movies.
User 1, User 2, User 3: You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit

your taste and then store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you
can view the picture with the adjusted picture quality by pressing the
PICTURE MODE button on the remote control.

To store the settings
1 Select User 1, User 2, or User 3.

2 Adjust the items you want in the menus.
Tip

You can also store the settings if the picture quality is adjusted in
“Dynamic”, “Standard” or “Cinema”. To reset everything to the factory
settings, select “Reset” from the menu.
The factory default settings are as follows.

User 1: Same as “Dynamic” setting.
User 2: Same as “Standard” setting.
User 3: Same as “Cinema” setting.

(1 page 42)

43

Cinema Black Pro Advanced Iris

Contrast Adjusts the contrast.

Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture.

Color Adjusts the color density.

Hue Adjusts the color tone.

Switches the iris function during projection.
Auto 1: Automatically switches to an optimum iris according to a

projected scene. The contrast of the scene is emphasized most.

Auto 2: An optimum iris becomes smaller than when set to “Auto 1”.

The contrast of the scene becomes reduced.

Sensitivity: If “Auto 1” or “Auto 2” is selected, either “Recommend”,

“Fast”, or “Slow” can be selected according to the desired response
speed with Sensitivity Mode.

Manual: Manually (fixed) adjusts the Iris.

Off: Disables the iris (aperture) function.

Lamp Control
Switches the lamp wattage during projection.
High: Increases the lamp brightness, and projects brighter images.
Low: Decreases the lamp brightness, and enhances blacks by

minimizing brightness.

Tip

When you switch from “Low” to “High”, the number of turns of the fan
increases, and the fan noise becomes slightly louder. When you switch to
“Low”, energy consumption is reduced, thereby increasing the lamp life.

Higher values increase the sharpness in images, while lower values
decrease the sharpness.
You can make adjustments by pressing CONTRAST+/– on the remote
control.

The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the
darker the picture.
You can make adjustments by pressing BRIGHTNESS+/– on the remote
control.

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

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

44

Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature.

High: Equivalent to 11,000 K color temperature.

Gives white colors a blue tint.

Middle: Equivalent to 8,000 K color temperature.

Gives a neutral tint between “High” and “Low”.

Low: Equivalent to 6,500 K color temperature.

Gives white colors a red tint.

Custom 1, Custom 2, Custom 3, Custom 4: Enables you to adjust, set,

and store your favorite color temperature.

The factory default settings are as follows.
Custom 1: Same as “High” color temperature setting.
Custom 2: Same as “Middle” color temperature setting.
Custom 3: Same as “Low” color temperature setting.
Custom 4: Setting that prioritizes brightness.

Sharpness Sharpens the outline of the picture, or reduces the noise.

The higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting, the
softer the picture, thus reducing the noise. You can make adjustments by
pressing SHARPNESS+/– on the remote control.

Expert Setting NR (Noise Reduction)

Reduces the roughness or noise of the picture.

Usually, select “Off”.
If the picture is rough or noisy, select a setting from among “Low”,
“Middle” or “High” according to the input signal source.

MPEG NR (MPEG Noise Reduction)

Reduces block noise and mosquito noise, in particular in digital
signals.
Block NR: Reduces digital noise that appears in mosaic-like pattern.
Mosquito NR: Reduces digital noise that appears near the outline of the

picture.

Film Mode

According to the film source you have selected, make a setting for
playback.
Auto: Reproduces a 2-3 or 2-2 Pull-Down format video signal, such as

film sources, in a smooth picture movement. When a video signal
other than 2-3 or 2-2 Pull-Down format is input, the picture is played
back in progressive format.

Off: Plays back the picture in progressive format without detecting

video signals automatically.

Black Level Adj. (Adjust)

Produces a bolder, dynamic picture with subdued blacks.

Set according to the input signal source.

High: Gives higher emphasis to the black color.
Low: Gives lower emphasis to the black color.
Off: Cancels this feature.

Using the Menus

45

Expert Setting Gamma Correction

Adjusts the response characteristics of the tone of the picture.

Select a favorite tone from 6 options.

Gamma 1: Bright Produces a brighter picture overall.
Gamma 2
Off
Gamma 3:Dark Produces a darker picture overall.
Gamma 4:Produces a picture with contrast emphasized slightly. This

option is ideal for the Cinema picture mode.

Gamma 5:Produces a picture with contrast emphasized more than with

Gamma 4. This option is ideal for the Dynamic picture
mode.

Gamma 6:Brightens dark areas in the picture, and expands gradation

expression.

x.v.Color

Set this item when playing back an x.v.Color video signal.

Set this item to “On” when connecting the projector with equipment that
supports x.v.Color and playing back an x.v.Color video signal.
For details on x.v.Color, see “About the x.v.Color” (1 page 59).

Color Space

You can convert the range of color reproduction.
Normal: Color range conforming to sRGB standards.
Wide: Reproduces more natural color tones in a wider range of color

reproduction, compared to “Normal”.

46

Advanced Picture Menu

The Advanced Picture is used for adjusting the picture more.

Using the Menus

RCP (Real Color
Processing)

You can adjust the color and hue of each selected portion of the
picture independently.
User 1, User 2, User 3: You can adjust the picture using Real Color

Processing and store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you can
view the picture with the adjusted picture quality.

Off: Cancels this feature.

For details, see “Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing”.

(1 page 37)

47

Screen Menu

The Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can adjust the size of the picture,
and select wide screen mode, etc.

.

Note

These items may not be available, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input
Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items” (1 page 75).

Wide Mode
(Video signal)

Wide Mode
(Computer signal)

You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the
current input signal. (1 page 32) This item is enabled only when a
video signal (preset memory numbers 1 to 14) (1 page 72) is input.
Wide Zoom: A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged naturally to fill the

screen. The upper and lower portions of the screen are slightly cut off.

Normal: A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is displayed in the center of the

screen and enlarged to fill the screen vertically.

Full: A picture squeezed to 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed in its original

aspect ratio. When a 4:3 aspect ratio picture is displayed, the picture is
enlarged horizontally to fill the 16:9 screen.

Zoom: A 16:9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally

in the same ratio to fill the screen. The upper and lower portions are

cropped.
You can switch settings by pressing WIDE MODE on the remote
control.

You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the
current input signal. (1 page 33) This item is enabled only when a
computer signal is input.
Full 1: Displays a picture on the whole of the screen without changing

the aspect ratio of the original picture.

Full 2: Displays a picture on the whole of the screen.
Zoom: A picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio

to fill the screen. The upper and lower portions are cropped.
You can switch settings by pressing WIDE MODE on the remote
control.

Note

When the aspect ratio of the input signal is 16:9 or wider, this setting is
fixed at “Full 1”.

48

Over Scan Hides the outline of the picture.

On: Hides the outline of the input picture. Select this setting when noise

appears along the edge of the picture.

Off: Projects the whole of the input picture.

Tip

To display the displayable region within the four directions of the screen,
refer to “Blanking” on the Installation menu (1 page 54).

Screen Area Selects the size of the picture when a Hi-Vision picture is

overscanned.
Full: Expands the picture on the whole of the screen.
Through: Does not expands the picture on the whole of the screen.

V Center Adjust the whole picture by moving up and down on the screen.

As the selected number increases, the screen moves up, and as the
selected number decreases, the screen moves down.

Vertical Size Reduces or enlarges the picture vertically.

The screen is enlarged as the setting increases and reduced as the setting
decreases. If the subtitle of a movie, etc. cannot be seen, use this together
with “V Center”.

Adjust Signal You can adjust the input signal.

APA: Adjusts “Phase”, “Pitch”, and “Shift” automatically to a position

that suits the image signal for pictures from a computer.

Phase: Adjusts the dot phase and the phase of computer signal of

pictures from a computer. Adjusts the picture to the point where it
looks clearest.

Pitch: Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture from a computer.

As the number increases, the picture becomes wider, and as the
number decreases, the picture becomes narrower. Adjust the setting to
match the number of dots of the input signal.

Shift: Adjusts the position of the picture.

H: As the setting for H (horizontal) increases, the picture moves

to the right, and as the setting decreases, the picture moves to
the left. Use < / , to adjust the horizontal position.

V: As the setting for V (vertical) increases, the picture moves up,

and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down. Use M /
m to adjust the vertical position.

Using the Menus

49

Setup Menu

The Setup menu is used to change the factory preset settings, etc.

Status Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed.

Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.

Menu Position You can change the position to display the menu on the upper

Cooling Setting Use this item when using the projector at high altitudes.

Standby Mode Lowers the power consumption in standby.

Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for certain
menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages.

Available languages are: English, Dutch, French, Italian, German,
Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese,
Chinese (Simplified Chinese), Chinese (Traditional Chinese),
Korean, Thai and Arabic.

screen.
Bottom Left: Displays the menu on the bottom left area of the

screen.

Center: Displays the menu on the center of the screen.

High: Use this setting when using the projector at an altitude of

1,500 m or higher.

Standard: Use this setting when using the projector at normal

altitudes.

Notes

• The factory default setting is “Low”.

• When this item is set to “High”, the fan noise becomes slightly
louder since the number of fan rotations increase.

When set to “Standard”, the power consumption in standby becomes
normal.
When set to “Low”, the power consumption in standby is lowered.

Note

When this item is set to “Low”, the “PJ Auto Power On” function is
disabled (The function is set to “Off” and does not appear in the
menu.).(1 page 52)

50

Power Saving Sets the power saving mode.

When set to “On”, the projector goes into power saving mode if no
signal is input for 10 minutes. At that time, the ON/STANDBY
indicator lights in orange, then the screen becomes dark. In power
saving mode, the power saving mode is cancelled if a signal is input
or any button on the projector or the remote control is pressed. If you
do not want to set the projector to power saving mode, select “Off”.

Input-A Signal Sel. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment connected to

the INPUT A connector.

Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by selecting
“Input-A” with the INPUT button.

Auto: Selects the input signal type automatically.
Computer: Inputs the signal from a computer.
Video GBR: Inputs the signal from a TV game or HDTV broadcast.
Component: Inputs the component signal from a DVD player/

recorder, Blu-ray Disc player/recorder, digital tuner, etc.

Note

When the input signal is not displayed correctly with this item set to
“Auto,” select the item according to the input signal.

Color System Selects the color system of the input signal.

Auto: Selects the color system of the input signal automatically

from among NTSC

3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M,

PAL-N , o r PA L 6 0 .

“NTSC3.58”–“PAL- N”: Allows you to set the color system to the

selected system manually.

Note

Normally, set this to “Auto.” If the picture is distorted or colorless,
select the color system appropriate for the input signal.

Lamp Setting When replacing the lamps, set the desired lamp setting.

(1 page 67)

Using the Menus

51

Function Menu

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

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

HDMI Setting You can change the settings of the Control for HDMI function.

Control for HDMI: Selects the function whether to turn the Control

for HDMI function effective when the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2
connectors are connected to a Control for HDMI compatible
equipment.
When set to “On”, the following are available.

• The operation of the projector and the connected Control for
HDMI compatible equipment will synchronize with each other.

• The Control for HDMI setting of Sony equipment (AV
amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with “Control for
HDMI - Easy Setting”*, will also be effective.

The factory default setting is “On”.

Device Auto Power Off: Sets whether to also turn the power of the

connected Control for HDMI compatible equipment off when you
turn the power of the projector off.
When set to “On”, the equipment will synchronize and turn off
when the power of the projector turns off.
The factory default setting is “On”.

PJ Auto Power On: Select whether to link the power of the

projector to the Control for HDMI compatible equipment.
When set to “On”, the power of the projector will automatically
turn on when the power of the connected equipment is turned on
or when making operations such as playback.

Note

To enable this function, set “Standby Mode” (1 page 50) in the
Setup menu to “Standard”, and then set “PJ Auto Power On” to
“On”. For details, see “About the Control for HDMI” (1 page 58).

52

Device List: Lists all the Control for HDMI compatible equipment

connected to the projector.
All equipment listed (except AV amplifier) can be selected with
SYNC MENU of the remote control of the projector. When
“Enable” is selected, the Control for HDMI setting of Sony
equipment (AV amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with
“Control for HDMI - Easy Setting”, will also be effective.

* “Control for HDMI - Easy Setting” is a function that makes the

Control for HDMI setting of equipment connected to HDMI input
of the projector effective as well when the Control for HDMI
setting of the projector is effective. This function is only available
between compatible Sony equipment, and some equipment may
not be compatible.
Although some non-Sony equipment may be compatible,
operation is not guaranteed for such equipment.

Auto Input Search Hides input terminals that do not have signal input.

When set to “On”, terminals without input signals do not appear on
the input palette that appears when you press INPUT.
To display all input terminals, set this to “Off”. (1 page 28)

Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal is

input.

You can select “Black” or “Blue”.

Using the Menus

53

Installation Menu

The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings.

V Keystone Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture.

Image Flip Flips the picture on the screen horizontally and/or vertically.

Blanking This feature allows you to adjust the displayable region within

When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top ( ):

Sets a lower value (– direction)

When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom ( ):

Sets a higher value (+ direction).

Note

Depending on the picture position adjusted with the lens shift
feature, the aspect ratio of the picture may change from the original
or picture distortion may occur with V Keystone adjustment.

Off: The picture does not flip.
HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically.
H: Flips the picture horizontally.
V: Flips the picture vertically.

Use this item for installation for the backside projection or ceiling
installation.

the four directions of the screen.

Select the edge to adjust by highlighting Left, Right, Top, or Bottom
using the M / m buttons.
Adjust the amount of blanking using the < / , buttons.

54

Note

When both the “Blanking” and the “V Keystone” are adjusted at the
same time, the “Blanking” cannot be adjusted correctly. When using
the “Blanking”, make sure that you set the “V Keystone” to “0”.

Panel Alignment This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of

characters or the picture.

When set to “On”, the “Adjust Color” and the “Pattern Color” can be
assigned and adjusted.
Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color.

Select “R” (Red) or “B” (Blue) to make adjustments based on “G”
(Green).

Pattern Color: Select “R/G” (Red and Green) or “R/G/B” (White,

all colors) when the “Adjust Color” is “R” (Red). Select “B/G”
(Blue and Green) or “R/G/B” (White, all colors) only when the
“Adjust Color” is “B” (Blue).

Adjust: Assign the settings of the horizontal direction (H) with

< / , buttons and the vertical direction (V) with M / m buttons
on the Shift Adjust screen. The colors selected in the “Adjust
Color” can be adjusted with the < / ,, M / m buttons in each
direction.

Reset: Returns to the factory settings.

Note

Depending on the adjustments made above, the number of display
pixel may decrease. Also, colors may become uneven or the
resolution may change.

Tip

If colors appear on the edge of the screen after making the
adjustments above, adjust the region of the picture to display with
“Blanking” in the Installation menu. (1 page 54)

Using the Menus

55

Information Menu

The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical
frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp.

Model name: VPL-HW15

Serial No.

Memory No.

Signal type

Model name Displays the model name (VPL-HW15).

Serial No. Displays the serial number.

fH (horizontal frequency) Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.

fV (vertical frequency) Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.

Memory No. Displays the preset memory number of the input signal.

Signal type Displays the type of the input signal.

Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on (total usage).

Notes

• fH (horizontal frequency) and fV(vertical frequency) may not be displayed depending on the input
signal used on the projector.

• You cannot change the displays listed above.

56

About the Preset Memory No.

This projector has 38 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory). When the
preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal type and recalls the
data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory
number and signal type of that signal are displayed in the Information menu.
You can also adjust the preset data through the Screen menu.
This projector also contains 20 different user memories beside the preset memories used
for inputting analog computer signals. You can save input signals that have not been preset
on these user memories.
When an unpreset signal is input for the first time, a memory number is displayed as 0.
When you adjust the data of the signal in the Screen menu, it will be registered to the
projector. If more than 20 user memories are registered, the newest memory always
overwrites the oldest one.
See the chart on page 72 to find if the signal is registered to the preset memory.

Note

When the aspect ratio of input signal does not match the screen size, a part of the screen is displayed in black.

Using the Menus

57

Others

This section describes about the other functions, how to solve the problems, how to
replace the lamp and air filter, etc.

connected to the projector. For settings of

About the Control for HDMI

What is the Control for HDMI?

Control for HDMI is an HDMI standard
mutual control function which uses the
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics
Control) specification. By connecting a
variety of Control for HDMI compatible
equipment such as a hard disk Blu-ray Disc
player, a DVD player/recorder, an AV
amplifier, etc. to a Control for HDMI
compatible TV or a projector with an HDMI
cable, the equipment connected will
synchronize with the TV or the projector
when either is operated.

Using the Control for HDMI
function

• Connect and assign the settings of each
equipment appropriately.

• Do not turn off the main power of the
equipment.

• Set the input setting of the projector to the
HDMI input which the equipment is
connected.

• Check if the picture from the equipment
appears appropriately on the projector.

Connecting a Control for HDMI
compatible equipment

Use an HDMI cable to connect the projector
and the Control for HDMI compatible
equipment. Use a cable that has acquired the
HDMI logo.

Setting the Control for HDMI

Be sure to assign the appropriate
connections for both the projector and the
Control for HDMI compatible equipment

the projector, see page 52. For settings of the
Control for HDMI compatible equipment
connected to the projector, refer to its
operational instructions. When a equipment
that is compatible with the “Control for
HDMI - Easy Setting” is connected to the
HDMI input of the projector, if you turn the
Control for HDMI function setting of the
projector on, the Control for HDMI function
setting of the connected equipment will also
turn on.

What you can do with the
Control for HDMI

• Basic operations (playback, stop, menu
operations, etc.) of the connected
equipment is available by using the remote
control of the projector.

• By turning on or playing back the
connected equipment, the projector will
turn on and the input setting will switch to
the terminal of the connected equipment
automatically.

• By turning the power of the projector off,
the power of the connected equipment will
also turn off automatically.

• By selecting equipment connected to the
projector desired to operate with SYNC
MENU button on the remote control of the
projector, the power of the selected
equipment will turn on and the input will
switch to the terminal of the connected
equipment automatically.

• By changing the language setting of the
projector, the language setting of the
connected equipment will also change to
the same language automatically.

Notes

• The available functions of the Control for
HDMI differ depending on each equipment.
Refer to the operating instruction of each
equipment.

58

• Some synchronization may be available with
equipment of other brands with similar
functions, but it is not guaranteed.

About the x.v.Color

• “x.v.Color” is a promotion name given to
the products that have the capability to
realize a wide color space based on the
xvYCC specifications and is a trademark
of Sony Corporation.

• xvYCC is an international standard of the
technical specifications of the extended­gamut color space for video signals. The
color gamut of xvYCC is wider than the
one of sRGB that is used with the current
television system.

Others

59

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 Cause and Remedy

The power is not turned on. c The power may not turn on if you turn the power off with I/1

Picture

Symptom Cause and Remedy

No picture. c Check that the proper connections have been made.

The picture from the
INPUT A connector is
colored strange.

The picture from the
VIDEO INPUT or
S VIDEO INPUT
connector is colored
strange.

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)

(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 66)

c Close the filter holder securely. (1 page 67)
c Check warning indicators. (1 page 63)

(1 page 22)

c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT button.

(1 page 28)
c Set the computer signal to output from an external monitor.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor.
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A

Signal Sel.” on the Setup menu according to the input

signal. (1 page 51)
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A

Signal Sel.” on the Setup menu according to the input

signal. (1 page 51)

c Adjust the picture of the Picture menu. (1 page 43)
c Set “Color System” in the Setup menu to match the color

system being input. (1 page 51)

c This symptom may occur when a signal other than those of

HDMI standard is input. (1 page 29) Switch the RGB dynamic

range of the connected equipment to Limited (16-235). If this

adjustment is unavailable, adjust “Brightness”, “Contrast”, or

“Sharpness” in the Picture menu of the projector. (1 page

44)

c This symptom may occur when a signal other than those of

HDMI standard is input. (1 page 29) Adjust “Sharpness” in the

Picture menu. (1 page 44)

60

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The picture is too dark. c Adjust the “Contrast” or “Brightness” of the Picture menu

The picture is not clear. c Adjust the focus. (1 page 20)

The picture flickers. c For pictures from a computer, activate “APA” and adjust the

The color of characters or
the picture is not
appropriate.

properly. (1 page 44)

c Condensation has accumulated on the lens. Leave the projector

for about 2 hours with the power on.

current input signal.

c Adjust “Phase” for “Adjust Signal” in the Screen menu

properly. (1 page 49)

c Select the desired color registration in “Panel Alignment” of

Installation menu (1 page 55).

On-screen display

Symptom Cause and Remedy

On-screen display does not
appear.

The model name does not
disappear from the screen.

Input terminals do not
appear.

c Set “Status” in the Setup menu to “On.” (1 page 50)
c Check if the ON/STANDBY indicator should light in green.

c The display mode of the projector may be set at the time of

purchase. Consult with your local dealer or qualified Sony
personnel.

c Set “Auto Input Search” in the Function menu to “Off”. (1

page 53)

Others

Remote control

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The remote control does
not work.

c Batteries could be weak. Replace them with new batteries.

(1 page 10)

c Insert the batteries with the correct polarities. (1 page 10)
c If there is a fluorescent lamp near the remote control detector, the

projector may work improperly or inadvertently.

c Confirm the position of the remote control detector on the

projector. (1 page 7)

61

Others

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The fan is noisy. c Check the setting of “Cooling Setting” in the Setup menu.

Image is left on the screen.
(image retention)

The projector and
connected equipment turn
On/Off, play back, and
operate at the same time.

(1 page 50)

c Make sure that the room temperature is not too high.
c Check the installation conditions. (1 page 11)

The number of fan rotation increases to maintain the product

reliability of the projector’s components in a room, where the

temperature is higher than normal. The fan noise becomes

slightly louder. The approximate normal temperature is 25°C.
c When High contrast non-moving images are displayed for a

long period of time, there may be some image retention on the

screen. This is only a temporary condition. Turning off the

power for a while will eliminate the retained image.
c “Control for HDMI”, “Device Auto Power Off”, and “PJ Auto

Power ON” are set to “On”. Set them to “Off”.

For details, see “HDMI Setting” (1 page 52).

62

Warning Indicators

The ON/STANDBY or LAMP/COVER indicator lights up or flashes if there is any
trouble with your projector.

LAMP/COVER indicator

Symptom Cause and Remedy

LAMP/COVER flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 2
flashes)

LAMP/COVER flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 3
flashes)

ON/STANDBY flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 4
flashes)

ON/STANDBY flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 2
flashes)

ON/STANDBY flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 6
flashes)

Note

When a warning indicator other than the above starts flashing, and the symptom persists even after
carrying out the above methods, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

c Close the lamp cover securely, then tighten the screws securely.

(1 page 66)

c Close the filter holder securely. (1 page 67)
c The lamp has reached the end of its useful lifespan. Replace the

lamp. (1 page 65)

c The lamp has reached a high temperature. Wait until the lamp

cools, and then turn on the power again.

c The fan is broken. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

c The internal temperature is unusually high. Check to ensure that

if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes or whether or not the
projector is being used at high altitudes.

c Press the I/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch to turn on the projector. If

the power is not turned on, disconnect the AC power cord, then
confirm the ON/STANDBY lamp is turned off. After about 10
seconds, reconnect the AC power cord and turn on the power
again. If the indicators still light up, the electrical system has a
problem. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

ON/STANDBY indicator

Others

63

Message Lists

Warning messages

Message Cause and Remedy

High temp.! Lamp off in 1
min.

Frequency is out of range! c Frequency is out of range. Input a signal that is within the

Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.

Please replace the Lamp/
Filter.

Please clean the filter. c It is time to clean the air filter. Clean the air filter. (1 page 68)

Please clean the filter. Have
you finished? Yes No

Projector temperature is
high. Cooling Setting
should be “High” if
projector is being used at
high altitude.

c Turn off the power.
c Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.

(1 page 12)

acceptable frequency range of the projector. (1 page 72)
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to

“Computer” when an RGB signal is input from a computer.

(1 page 51)

c It is time to replace the lamp. Replace the lamp. (1 page 65)
c Also, replace the air filter too. Restart cleaning the ventilation

holes (intake). (1 page 65)

If this message appears again after you replace the lamp and

filter, the lamp replacement process is not complete. Check the

lamp replacement process. (1 page 65)

Note

To clear this message, press any button either on the remote control
or the control panel of the projector once.

Note

To clear this message, press any button either on the remote control
or the control panel of the projector once.

c It is time to clean the air filter. Clean the air filter. (1 page 68)
c If you cleaned the air filter, select “Yes.” If you did not clean the

air filter, select “No.”
c Check to ensure that the ventilation holes on the unit are not

covered. (1 page 12)
c When using the projector at high altitude, set the Cooling

Setting to “High”. (1 page 50)

Note

When temperature inside the projector remains high, the Cooling
Setting is switched to “High” in 1 minute, then the fan speed
increases.

Caution messages

Message Cause and Remedy

c No signal is input in the selected input. Check connections.

x

Not applicable! c Press the appropriate button.

64

(1 page 22)

c The operation to be activated by the button is currently

prohibited.

Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter and Cleaning the Ventilation Holes (intake)

Tools you need to get started:

• Projector Lamp LMP-H201 (optional)

• Standard Phillips screwdriver

• Cloth (for scratch protection)
The lamp used for the light source has a
certain lifespan. When the lamp dims, the
color balance of the picture becomes strange,
or “Please replace the Lamp/Filter.” appears
on the screen, the lamp may be exhausted.
Replace the lamp with a new one (not
supplied)
Use an LMP-H201 Projector Lamp as the
replacement lamp.
The air filter is supplied with the LMP-H201
Projector Lamp. When you replace the lamp,
it is also time to replace the air filter.
Whenever you replace the lamp, be sure to
replace the air filter with a new one. Also
clean the ventilation holes (intake).

without delay.

message for replacing the air filter appears,
replace the air filter immediately.

1 Turn off the projector and unplug

the AC power cord.

2 When setting the projector on a

flat surface such as a desk etc.,
put a cloth to prevent the surface
from being scratched. Reverse
the projector as illustrated, then
place it on the cloth.

Others

Caution

• The lamp remains hot after the projector is
turned off with the
switch. If you touch the lamp, you may burn
your fingers. When you replace the lamp,
wait for at least 1 hour for the lamp to cool.

• Do not touch the surface of the lens. If you
touch it, wipe off the fingerprints with a soft
cloth.

• Pay special attention to replacing the lamp
when the projector is installed on the ceiling.

• When removing the lamp unit, make sure it
remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do
not tilt the lamp unit. If you pull out the lamp
unit while tilted and if the lamp breaks, the
pieces may scatter, causing injury.

• When you remove the air filter, be careful
not to let any dust fall into the projector.

• Replacing the air filter is crucial to maintain
the good performance of the projector or to
prevent malfunction to it. When a warning

?/1 (ON/STANDBY)

Notes

• When the lamp is damaged the broken
pieces of the lamp may become
scattered, if you do not reverse the
projector. This may cause injury.

• Be sure that the projector is placed on a
stable surface.

65

3 Loosen the screw on the lamp

cover with a Philips screwdriver,
and then open the lamp cover.

4 Loosen the 3 screws on the

lamp with the Phillips
screwdriver. Hold up the handle,
then pull the lamp straight out.

5 Hold the handle of the new lamp

and push it in securely until it
reaches the end, and then
tighten the 3 screws.

Note

Be careful not to touch the optical block
inside the unit.

6 Close the lamp cover, then

tighten the screws.

66

7 Remove the filter holder.

11 Wipe dust off the ventilation

holes (intake) with a soft cloth.

Others

Ventilation holes (intake)

8 Remove the air filter.

Claws

9 Attach the new air filter so that it

fits into the each claws (10
positions) on the filter holder.

Note

Attach the air filter aligning it with the
shape of the filter holder.
Also, do not touch the fan after removing
the air filter that is set deep inside the
projector.

10 Attach the filter holder.

Note

The projector will not turn on unless the
filter holder is securely closed.

12 Place the project back on its

original position.

13 Turn on the projector, then

select the desired setting item
on the Setup menu. The
menu screen below will be
appeared.

14 Select “Yes”.

Caution

Do not put your hands into the lamp
replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid
or other objects into the slot to avoid
electrical shock or fire.

67

Notes

• Be sure to use an LMP-H201 Projector Lamp
for replacement. If you use lamps other than
the LMP-H201, the projector may
malfunction.

• Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug
the power cord before replacing the lamp,
then check the ON/STANDBY lamp has
already been turned off.

• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp
is securely installed in place.

• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp
cover are securely closed.

• To cancel a message displayed on the screen,
press either the button on the remote control
or the one on the control panel on the
projector.

Note

The lamp contains mercury. The disposal
rules for used fluorescent tubes depend on
where you live. Follow the waste disposal
policy in your area.

Disposal of the used lamp
For the customers in the USA

Lamp in this product contains mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated
due to environmental considerations. For
disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance
(www.eiae.org).

Cleaning the Air Filter

When “Please clean the filter.” appears on
the screen, you should clean the air filter.
The air filter should be cleaned every 1,500
hours. This value varies depending on the
environment or how the projector is used.
1,500 hours are approximate.
After washing the air filter with a mild
detergent solution, dry it in a shaded place.

Notes

• When you clean the air filter, make sure you
do not damage it.
For details on how to attach and remove the
air filter, see “Replacing the Lamp and the
Air Filter and Cleaning the Ventilation Holes
(intake)” Steps 7 to 10. (1 page 67)

• When you remove the air filter, be careful
not to let any dust fall into the projector.

• Cleaning the air filter is crucial to maintain
the good performance of the projector or to
prevent malfunction to it. When a warning
message for cleaning the air filter appears,
clean the air filter immediately.

Fitting the Lens Cap

When fitting the lens cap onto the lens,
position the lens cap so that the concave on
the side of the lens cap will fit the zoom
lever, as shown in the illustration.

68

Lens cap

Zoom lever

Cleaning and the Screen of the Projector

Cleaning the lens

The lens surface is especially treated to
reduce reflection of light.
As incorrect maintenance may impair the
performance of the projector, take care with
respect to the following:

• Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such
as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth.

• Stubborn stains may be removed with a
soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass
cleaning cloth lightly dampened with
water.

• Never use solvent such as alcohol,
benzene or thinner, or acid, alkaline or
abrasive detergent, or chemical cleaning
cloth, as they will damage the lens surface.

Cleaning the cabinet

• To remove dust from the cabinet, wipe
gently with a soft cloth. If dust is
persistent, wipe with a soft cloth slightly
moistened with a diluted mild detergent
solution.

• Never use any type of abrasive pad,
alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or
volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene,
thinner or insecticide.

• Using such materials or maintaining
prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl
materials may result in damage to the
screen surface and cabinet material.

Others

Black points and bright points (red,
blue, or green) on the screen

The projector is manufactured using high­precision technology.
You may, however, see tiny black points
and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that
continuously appear on the projector.
This is a normal result of the manufacturing
process and does not indicate a malfunction.

69

Specifications

System

Projection system

LCD panel

Lens 1.6 times zoom lens (manual)

Lamp

Projection picture size

Color system

Acceptable video signals

Acceptable computer signals

Input

Video input

SXRD panel, 1 lens, projection system

0.61-inch (15.4 mm)
SXRD panel 6,220,800 pixels
(2,073,600 pixels × 3)

f=18.5 mm to 29.6 mm
F2.50 to F3.40

200 W Ultra High Pressure Lamp

40 inches to 300 inches (1,016 mm to
7,620 mm) (measured diagonally)

3.58/PAL/SECAM/

NTSC

4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL60

NTSC
system, switched automatically/
manually (PAL60 system not
switched manually)

15 kHz RGB/component 50/60 Hz,
Progressive component 50/60 Hz,
480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 576/50p,
720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/6 0i, 1080/50i,
1080/24PsF (48i), 1080/60p (HDMI
input only), 1080/50p (HDMI input
only), 1080/24p (HDMI input only),
Composite video, Y/C video

fH: 19 kHz to 72 kHz
fV: 48 Hz to 92 Hz
Maximum resolution 1,920 × 1,080

(HDMI input only)

For details, see “Preset Signals”. (1
page 72)

VIDEO: phono type

Composite video: 1 Vp-p±2 dB
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)

S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin type
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p±2 dB sync

negative (75 ohms terminated)

C (chrominance): burst 0.286 Vp-p ±2

dB (NTSC)
(75 ohms terminated), or
burst 0.3 Vp-p±2 dB (PAL)
(75 ohms terminated)

B/CB PR/CR

Y P

Component: phono type

Y with Sync: 1 Vp-p±2dB sync

negative (75 ohms terminated)

P

B/CB: 0.7 Vp-p±2dB (75 ohms

terminated)

P

R/CR: 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB (75 ohms

terminated)

HDMI

Digital RGB/Y C

B (PB) CR (PR)

INPUT A

HD D-sub 15-pins
Analog RGB/component:

R (PR): 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB

R/C

(75 ohms terminated)

G: 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB

(75 ohms terminated)

G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p±2 dB sync

negative (75 ohms terminated)

B (PB): 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB

B/C

(75 ohms terminated)

SYNC/HD: Composite sync input :

TTL level, positive/ negative

Horizontal sync input: TTL level,

positive/negative

VD: Vertical sync input: TTL

level, positive/negative

REMOTE

RS-232C: D-sub 9-pins (female)

General

Dimensions

Mass Approx. 10 kg (22 lb 1 oz)
Power requirements

Power consumption

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

Storage humidity

407.4 mm × 179.2 mm ×

463.9 mm (16

1

/8 × 71/8 × 183/8

inches) (w/h/d)

AC 100 V to 240 V, 3.0 A to 1.3 A,
50/60 Hz

Max. 300 W
Standby mode: 8 W
Standby mode (low): 0.5 W

5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)

35% to 85% (no condensation)

–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)

10% to 90%

70

Supplied accessories

Remote control RM-PJVW70 (1)
Size AA (R6) manganese batteries

(2)
AC power cord (1)
Lens cap (1)
Operating Instructions (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

Optional accessories

Projector Lamp LMP-H201 (for replacement)
Projector Suspension Support PSS-H10

Warning on power connection

Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.

Others

The United States,
Canada

Continental
Europe

UK, Ireland,
Australia,

Japan China

New Zealand

Plug type YP-3 YP-12A * YP-359 VM0722

Female end YC-13 YC-13D VM0303B YC-13 VM0724

Cord type SVT H05VV-F CEE (13)

53 rd (OC)

Rated Voltage

10A/125V 10A/250V 10A/250V 12A/125V 10A/250V

VCTF 227 IEC

53(RVV)

& Current

Safety approval UL/CSA VDE VDE

DENANHO

CCC

* Use a rated plug that complies with the regulation of each country/region and the specifications.

71

Preset Signals

The following table shows the signals and video formats which you can project using this
unit.
When a signal other than the preset signal shown below is input, the picture may not be
displayed properly.

Memory

No.

1 VIDEO/60 60 Hz 15.734 59.940 – –

2 VIDEO/50 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 – –

3 480/60i 480/60i

4 576/50i 576/50i

5 480/60p 480/60p

6 576/50p 576/50p

7 1080/60i 1035/60i

8 1080/50i 1080/50i

9 1080/24PsF (48i) 1080/24PsF (48i)

10 720/60p 720/60p

11 720/50p 720/50p

12 1080/60p 1080/60p

13 1080/50p 1080/50p

14 1080/24p 1080/24p

21 640 × 350 VGA-1

22 VESA 85

Preset signal

(resolution)

(720 × 480i)

(720 × 576i)

(Progressive
NTSC)
(720 × 480p)

(Progressive
PA L)
(720 × 576p)

(1920 × 1035i)
1080/60i
(1920 × 1080i)

(1920 × 1080i)

(1920 × 1080i)

(1280 × 720p)

(1280 × 720p)

(1920 × 1080p)

(1920 × 1080p)

(1920 × 1080p)

(VGA350)

(VGA350)

fH

(kHz)fV(Hz)

15.734 59.940 SonG/Y or

15.625 50.000 SonG/Y or

31.470 60.000 SonG/Y –

31.250 50.000 SonG/Y –

33.750 60.000 SonG/Y –

28.130 50.000 SonG/Y –

27.000 48.000 SonG/Y –

45.000 60.000 SonG/Y –

37.500 50.000 SonG/Y –

67.500 60.000 – –

56.260 50.000 – –

26.973 23.976 – –

31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg 800

37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg 832

Sync H Size

–

composite sync

–
composite sync
/composite video

72

Memory

No.

23 640 × 400 NEC PC98 24.823 56.416 H-neg V-neg 848

24 VGA-2 (TEXT)

25 VESA 85

26 640 × 480 VESA 60 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg 800

27 Mac 13 35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg 864

28 VESA 72 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg 832

29 VESA 75

30 VESA 85

31 800 × 600 VESA 56 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos 1024

32 VESA 60 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos 1056

33 VESA 72 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos 1040

34 VESA 75

35 VESA 85 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos 1048

36 832 × 624 Mac 16 49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg 1152

37 1024 × 768 VESA 60 48.363 60.004 H-neg, V-neg 1344

38 VESA 70 56.476 70.069 H-neg, V-neg 1328

39 VESA 75 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos 1312

45 1280 × 960 VESA 60 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 1800

47 1280 × 1024 VESA 60 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 1696

50 1400 × 1050 SXGA + 65.317 59.978 H-neg, V-pos 1864

55 1280 × 768 1280 × 768/60 47.776 59.870 H-neg, V-pos 1664

56 1280 × 720 1280 × 720/60 44.772 59.855 H-neg, V-pos 1664

Preset signal

(resolution)

/VESA70

(VGA400)

(IBM M3)

(IBM M4)

(IBM M5)

fH

(kHz)fV(Hz)

31.469 70.086 H-neg V-pos 800

37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos 832

37.500 75.000 H-neg, V-neg 840

43.269 85.008 H-neg, V-neg 832

46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1056

Sync H Size

Others

73

Preset memory numbers for each input signal

Analog signal

Signal Preset memory number

Video signal (VIDEO INPUT and

1, 2

S VIDEO INPUT connectors)

Component signal (INPUT A and Y P

R connectors)

C

B/CB PR/

3 to 11

Video GBR signal (INPUT A connector) 3 to 11

Computer signal (INPUT A connector) 21 to 39, 55 to 56

Digital signal

Signal Preset memory number

Component signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors) 3 to 8, 10 to 14

Video GBR signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors) 3 to 8, 10 to 14

Computer signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors) 10 to 13*, 26, 32, 36, 37, 45, 47,

* Some digital signals input from computers may be displayed as preset memory number of

Component or Video GBR signal.

50, 55

74

Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items

The items in the menus available to adjust differ depending on the input signal. The
following tables indicate them.
The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu.

Picture Menu

Item Input signal

Video signal Component

signal

Advanced Iris zzzz
Lamp Control zzzz
Contrast zzzz
Brightness zzzz

Color

z

zz–

(except for B & W)

Hue z

3.58/

(NTSC

4.43 only,

NTSC

zz–

except for B & W)

Color Temp. zzzz
Sharpness zzz–
NR zz

(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)

MPEG NR zzzz
Film Mode zz

(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)

Black Level Adj.*

Gamma Correction

x.v.Color

zz––

Color Space

1

1

*

zzz–
zzzz

zzzz

RCP zzzz

Video GBR signal Computer

signal

z

–
(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)

z

–
(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)

Others

: Adjustable/can be set

z

– : Not adjustable/cannot be set

75

Screen menu

Item Input signal

Video signal Component

signal

Video GBR signal Computer

signal

Wide Mode zzzz *
Over Scan – zz–

Screen Area *

V Center *

4

Vertical Size *

2

4

– z

(preset memory
numbers 7, 8, 9,
12, 13, 14 only)

z

(preset memory
numbers 7, 8, 9,
12, 13, 14 only)

–

zzzz
zzz–

APA – – – z *
Phase – – – z *
Pitch – – – z *
Shift – z *

5

z *

5

z

z : Adjustable/can be set

– : Not adjustable/cannot be set

1

*

: The setting can be made only when “x.v.Color” is set to “Off”.

2

*

: The setting can be made only when “Over Scan” is set to “On” and “Wide Mode” is set to “Full”

in the Screen menu.

3

*

: If the input signal is from a computer, the setting cannot be made when the aspect ratio is 16:9

or wider (fixed at “Full 1”).

4

*

: The setting can be made only when “Zoom” is selected in “Wide Mode”.

*5: The setting can be made only for analog signal.

3

5

5

5

Note

When connecting a cable such as an HDMI cable, etc., check the type of the signal in the Information

menu (1 page 56) and Digital signal (1 page 74), and check items that are adjustable/can be

set.

76

Ceiling Installation

Use the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector on a
ceiling. The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below.

L’:Distance between the screen and the installation hole at the

ceiling side of the ceiling mount unit (front side)

y’: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen such

that the picture will not be truncated or blocked

PSS-H10 Projector Suspension
Support (not supplied)

Ceiling

Center of the screen

Center of the lens

Others

77

When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size

Screen Size

SS (inches)

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300

(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620

(minimum) 1385 2008 2632 3256 3879 4814 6373 7932 9491

L’

(maximum) 2013 2955 3896 4837 5779 7190 9544 11897 14250

(54 17/32) (79 1/16) (103 5/8) (128 5/32) (152 23/32) (189 17/32) (250 29/32) (312 9/32) (373 21/32)

9

/32) (116 5/16) (153 3/8) (190 7/16) (227 1/2) (283 3/32) (375 3/4) (468 3/8) (561 1/32)

(79

(minimum) 249 374 498 623 747 934 1245 1557 1868

7

/8)(14 3/4)(19 5/8)(24 5/8)(29 1/2)(36 7/8)(49 1/8)(61 3/8)(73 5/8)

y’

(maximum) 592 754 916 1078 1240 1483 1887 2292 2697

(9

3

/8)(29 3/4)(36 1/8)(42 1/2)(48 7/8)(58 1/2)(74 3/8)(90 1/4) ( 106 1/4)

(23

Unit: mm (inches)

To calculate the installation positions

7

L’ (minimum) = 31.1781 (1
L’ (maximum) = 47.0644 (1
y’ (minimum) = 6.2263 (
y’ (maximum) = 8.0942 (

/32) × SS + 137.7 (5 13/32)

27

/32) × SS + 130.8 (5 5/32)

1

/4) × SS

5

/16) × SS + 268.5 (10 9/16)

When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen size

Screen Size

SS (inches)

(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620

(minimum) 1664 2427 3190 3953 4717 5861 7769 9677 11585

L’

(maximum) 2435 3587 4739 5891 7043 8771 11651 14531 17411

(minimum) 305 457 610 762 914 1143 1524 1905 2286

y’

(maximum) 665 863 1061 1259 1457 1754 2250 2745 3240

To calculate the installation positions
L’ (minimum) = 38.1569 (1
L’ (maximum) = 57.5992 (2
y’ (minimum) = 7.62 (
y’ (maximum) = 9.906 (

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300

(65 1/2) (95 9/16) (125 19/32) (155 21/32) (185 11/16) (230 3/4) (305 7/8) (380 31/32) (456 3/32)

(95 27/32) (141 7/32) (186 9/16) (231 29/32) (277 9/32) (345 5/16) (458 11/16) (572 1/16) (685 15/32)

1

/8)(18)(24 1/8) (30) (36) (45) (60) (75) (90)

(12

1

(26

/4)(34)(41 7/8)(49 5/8)(57 3/8)(69 1/8)(88 5/8) (108 1/8) (127 5/8)

Unit: mm (inches)

1

/2) × SS + 137.7 (5 13/32)

9

/32) × SS + 130.8 (5 5/32)

5

/16) × SS

3

/8) × SS + 268.5 (10 9/16)

78

Attaching the PSS-H10 projector suspension support

For details on installation on a ceiling, refer to the Installation manual for Dealers of the
PSS-H10. Make sure to consult with a qualified Sony personnel for installation.
The installation measurements are shown below when installing the projector on a ceiling
using the PSS-H10.

Top view

Install the projector so that the center of the lens is parallel to the center of the screen.

182.8 (7 1/4) 130 (5 1/8)

Front of the cabinet

Center of the lens

Distance between the screen
and the center of the lens

227.8 (9)

Center of the supporting pole
(The center of the supporting pole
is different from that of the unit.)

Upper ceiling
mount bracket

Others

79

Front view

150 (6)

75 (3)

Ceiling

Center of the
supporting pole

175 (7)

The bottom
surface of the
mount bracket

3

93.5 (3

/4)

Side view

1

203.7 (8

/8) 203.7 (8 1/8)

407.4 (16

Center of the lens

Front of the cabinet

1

/8)

182.8 (7 1/4) 130 (5 1/8)

227.8 (9) 236.1 (9

Center of the lens

3

463.9 (18

/8)

3

/8)

80

Index

A

Adjust Signal

APA .....................................................49

Phase ....................................................49

Pitch .....................................................49

Shift .....................................................49

Adjuster ...................................................21

Adjusting

picture position ....................................17

picture quality ......................................35

Advanced Iris ..........................................44

APA .........................................................49

Auto Input Search ....................................53

B

Background .............................................53

Black Level Adj. .....................................45

Blanking ..................................................54

Brightness ................................................44

C

Ceiling Installation ..................................77

Cinema Black Pro ....................................44

Color Space .............................................46

Color System ...........................................51

Color Temp. ............................................45

Connecting

Computer .............................................25

Video equipment .................................22

Contrast ...................................................44

Control for HDMI ...................................52

Cooling Setting ........................................50

E

Expert Setting ....................................45, 46

F

fH ..........................................................56

fV ..........................................................56

G

Gamma Correction ..................................46

H

HDMI ......................................................22

Hue .......................................................... 44

I

Image Flip ............................................... 54

Input-A Signal Sel. ................................. 51

L

Lamp Control .......................................... 44

Lamp Timer ............................................ 56

Language ................................................. 50

Location of Controls

Front/Right side .................................... 7

Rear/Bottom .......................................... 8

M

Menu

Advanced Picture ................................ 47

Function .............................................. 52

Information ......................................... 56

Installation ........................................... 54

Picture ................................................. 43

Screen .................................................. 48

Setup ................................................... 50

Messages

Caution ................................................ 64

Warning ............................................... 64

MPEG NR ............................................... 45

N

NR .......................................................... 45

O

Over Scan ................................................ 49

P

Panel Alignment ..................................... 55

Picture Mode

CINEMA ............................................. 34

Cinema ................................................ 43

DYNAMIC ......................................... 34

Dynamic .............................................. 43

STANDARD ....................................... 34

Standard .............................................. 43

USER .................................................. 34

User ..................................................... 43

Precautions ................................................ 6

Preset Memory ........................................ 57

Preset Signals .......................................... 72

Others

81

R

RCP ......................................................... 47

Remote control

inserting the batteries ..........................10

location of controls ................................9

Reset

resettable items .................................... 42

resetting the items ............................... 42

S

Screen Area ............................................. 49

Selecting the menu language .................. 26

Sharpness ................................................45

Specifications .......................................... 70

Standby Mode ......................................... 50

Status .......................................................50

Supplied accessories ...............................10

T

Troubleshooting ...................................... 60

V

V Keystone .............................................. 54

W

WIDE MODE ......................................... 32

Wide Mode

Full ...................................................... 48

Full 1 ...................................................48

Full 2 ...................................................48

Normal ................................................. 48

Wide Zoom .......................................... 48

Zoom ................................................... 48

X

x.v.Color ........................................... 46, 59

82

S

ony Corporation

Printed in Japan