Sony VPL-PHZ12 User Manual

5-017-555-11 (1)

Data Projector

Operating Instructions

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

VPL-PHZ12

Table of Contents

Overview

Location and Function of Controls .................... 4

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

Terminals ....................................................... 5

Remote Commander and Control Panel

Keys ............................................................ 6

Using the e-mail report Function ............... 30

Setting the LAN Network of the

projector ....................................................31

Setting the WLAN Network of the

projector ....................................................32

Setting the Custom Labels for the Input

Terminals of the Projector ........................ 34

Setting the Control Protocol of the

Projector ................................................... 34

Using the Software Update Function ..........37

Presentation Function via Network

Preparation

Connecting the Projector .................................. 8

Connecting a Computer ................................ 8

Connecting a Video equipment ..................10

Connecting a HDBaseT™ equipment ...........11

Connecting Audio Equipment .....................13

Projecting/Adjusting an Image

Projecting an Image .........................................14

Adjusting the Focus, Size, and Position of the

Projected Image ........................................15

Turning Off the Power ................................. 17

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU ...................................................18

Projection Setting Menu ...................................19

The Screen Menu ..............................................21

The Function Menu ...........................................23

The Operation Menu ....................................... 24

The Connection/Power Menu ......................... 25

The Installation Menu .......................................27

The Information Menu .................................... 28

Using Presentation Function via Network ...... 38

Installing Projector Station for Network

Presentation ............................................. 38

Starting Projector Station for Network

Presentation ............................................. 38

Projecting an Image .................................... 38

Connection Settings ....................................40

Using the Controller .................................... 40

One-Click projecting function .................... 40

Option format ..............................................41

Use Projector Station for Network

Presentation without installing it to the

computer. ..................................................41

Error code list of Projector Station for Projector

Station for Network Presentation ............ 42

Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection

Playing Video and Audio using USB

Connection .................................................... 43

Starting USB Display ................................... 43

Playing Video and Audio ............................ 43

Using the Controller .................................... 43

Network

Using Network Features .................................. 29

Displaying the Control Window of the

Projector with a Web Browser ................. 29

Confirming the Information regarding the

Projector ................................................... 30

Operating the Projector from a

Computer ................................................. 30

Error Handling

Indicators ......................................................... 44

Messages List .................................................. 46

Troubleshooting ...............................................47

Others

Cleaning the Air Filter ...................................... 49

Updating the Software .................................... 50

Updating the Software via the USB

Memory .................................................... 50

Updating the Software via the Network ..... 50

Specifications ....................................................51

Pin assignment ............................................53

Acceptable Input Signals ............................ 54

Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range ...... 55

Dimensions ...................................................... 58

About Trademarks ........................................... 60

NOTICES AND LICENSES FOR SOFTWARE USED IN

THIS PRODUCT .............................................. 60

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ..................... 60

Overview

Location and Function of Controls

Main Unit

 Security lock

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

 Ventilation holes (intake) (page 49)  Security bar

Connects to a commercially available security chain or wire.

 Control panel (page 6)  Speaker  Terminals (page 5)

 Zoom lever (page 15)  Focus lever (page 15)  Lens shift dial (page 15)  Lens Adjustment Cover (page 15)

Slide open to adjust lens shift.

 Projection lens  Remote control Receiver  Ventilation holes (exhaust)

Caution

Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this

may cause internal heat buildup. Do not place your hand

or deformable items (plastic, etc.) near the ventilation

holes or around the projector, as it may cause damage

or personal injury.

 ON/STANDBY indicator (page 44)  WARNING indicator (page 44)  Front feet (adjustable) (page 16)  Side cover/Ventilation holes (intake) (page 49)

Ter mi na ls

Input (page 8)

 INPUT A

Video: RGB/YPBPR input terminal (RGB/YPBPR)

 INPUT B

Video: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)

Audio: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)

 INPUT C

Video: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)

Audio: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)

 INPUT D

HDBaseT terminal

Use a straight CAT5e or CAT6 shielded LAN cable (not

supplied).

 AUDIO (AUDIO IN)

Audio: Audio input terminal

 VIDEO (VIDEO IN)

Video: Video input terminal

Output (page 13)

 AUDIO (AUDIO OUT)

Audio: Audio output terminal

Note

When the speaker setting is set to “Always On” and the light is turned off, INPUT A is enabled.

Others

 RS-232C terminal (RS-232C)

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

 AC IN (~) socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

 USB terminal (Type A) ( ) (page 9)  USB terminal (Type B) ( ) (page 43)  LAN terminal (page 9)

Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys

Remote Commander

Control Panel Keys

 Turning on the power/Going to standby mode

/ (On/Standby) key

Press the /// keys to move the digital zoom icon to the point on the image you want to enlarge.

Press the D ZOOM + key or the D ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the enlargement ratio. The image can be enlarged up to 4 times.

Press the RESET key to restore the previous image.

BLANK key

Cuts off the projected image temporarily. Press again to restore the previous image.

MUTING key

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

VOLUME +/– key

Adjusts the volume output.

FREEZE key

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

Notes

*1: Use this key when inputting a computer signal. But it

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

*2: Use this key when inputting a computer signal or a

1080/60p signal. You cannot use this key when “Type B USB” or “Network” is selected as the input.

 Setting the energy–saving mode easily

ECO MODE key

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

Press the ECO MODE key to display the ECO Mode menu.

 Selecting an input signal (page 14)

INPUT key

 Operating a menu (page 18)

MENU key

RESET key

ENTER //// (arrow) keys

RETURN key

 Adjusting the image (page 15)

ASPECT key (page 21)

KEYSTONE key (page 16)

PATTERN key (page 17)

APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

Note

*1: Use this key when inputting a computer signal via the

RGB input terminal (INPUT A).

(page 17)

 Using various functions during projecting

D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key

Enlarges a portion of the image while projecting.

Press the D ZOOM + key to display the digital zoom icon on the projected image.

*1 *2

Press the / key or ECO MODE key to select “ECO” or “User” mode.

ECO:

Sets each mode to the optimum energy-saving value. Light Output Mode: Low With No Input: Standby With Static Signal: Light Dimming Standby Mode: Low Speaker Setting: Sync with Power

User:

Sets each item of the ECO Mode menu as you desire (go to step 3).

Select “User” then press the  key. The setting items appear.

Press the / key to select the item then press the ENTER key.

Press the / key to select the setting value.

Press the ENTER key. The screen returns to the User screen.

For details on each setting, see “Light Output Mode,” and

“Constant Brightness” in the Projection Setting menu

(page 19), “Speaker Setting” in the Function menu

(page 23), “With No Input,” “With Static Signal,” and

“Standby Mode” in the Connection/Power menu (page 25).

Note

If you set “ECO Mode” to “ECO,” or “Standby Mode”(in

“User”) to “Low,” the network control function will be

disabled in standby mode. If the external control is being

performed by using the network or network control

function, do not select “ECO,” or do not set “Standby Mode”

( in “User”) to “Low.”

 Infrared transmitter

About remote commander operation

• Direct the remote commander toward the remote control

receiver.

• The shorter the distance between the remote

ommander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can control the projector becomes.

• Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the remote commander and the remote control receiver on the projector.

Preparation

RGB output

terminal

Audio output

terminal

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

Computer

Audio cable (Stereo mini plug) (not supplied)

HDMI output

terminal

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Computer

Connecting the Projector

Notes

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

• Use the proper cables for each connection.

• Insert the cable plugs firmly. Loose connections may reduce per pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.

• For more information, refer also to the instruct

• Use a no-resistance audio cable.

ion manuals of the equipment you are connecting.

Connecting a Computer

Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.

INPUT A

For connecting a computer with an RGB output terminal.

formance of picture signals or cause a malfunction. When

Note

In screen setting of your computer, it is recommended that you set the resolution of an external monitor to 1,920 × 1,200 pixels.

INPUT B/INPUT C

For connecting a computer with an HDMI output terminal.

Notes

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

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

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

USB A-B cable (not supplied)

Computer

USB terminal

(Type A)

LAN cable (straight type) (not supplied)

Computer

LAN

terminal

Wired connection

Computer

Wireless connection

When you monitor and control the projector via the network, access the Setup page of the projector (page 34) via a Web browser and enable the desired control protocol.

USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied)

Computer

Wireless router, access point

Control) Signal.

USB terminal (Type B) ( )

For connecting to a computer with a USB terminal (“Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection” (page 43)).

LAN terminal

For connecting to a computer via a hub or router (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 38)).

Notes

 When using network features via the LAN terminal, be sure to check if “LAN Setting” is set to “LAN Port” (page 25).  Connect the projector to the network that is constructed to control the access from the internet, such as LAN. If the

projector is connected directly to the internet, the security risk is increased.

USB terminal (Type A) ( )

For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 38)).

Notes

• Undesignated USB wireless LAN modules do not work.

• When connecting/disconnecting the USB wireless LAN module, make sure that the projector is in Standby mode (Standby

: “Low”), or the AC power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.

Mode

• For connecting to the access point, access to the Web browser, and input the settings for the access point to connect. For

Video cable (not supplied)

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

Video output

terminal

Audio output

terminal

Video equipment

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

Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug)

(not supplied)

Video equipment

BPR output

terminal

Audio output

terminal

Video equipment

HDMI cable (not supplied)

HDMI output

terminal

details, see “Setting the WLAN Network of the projector” (page 32).

Connecting a Video equipment

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

VIDEO IN

For connecting video equipment with a video output terminal.

INPUT A

For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output terminal.

INPUT B/INPUT C

For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output terminal.

Notes

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

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

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

ontrol) Signal.

Connecting a HDBaseT™ equipment

HDMI cable (not supplied)

HDMI output terminal

Computer

HDBaseT transmitter

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

HDMI cable (not supplied)

HDMI output

terminal

Video equipment

HDBaseT transmitter

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

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

Notes for connecting this unit to the HDBaseT transmitter

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

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

• Use cables that meet the following conditions.

- CAT5e or higher

Shielded type (covering connectors)

- Straight wire connection

- Single wire

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

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

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

• When installing multiple cables, do not bind them and keep

• The transmittable distance of the cable is 100 m (approx. 328 feet) maximum. If it exceeds 100 m (approx. 328 feet), it may cau

se the image or the sound to break up, or cause a multifunction in LAN communication. Do not use the HDBaseT

transmitter beyond the transmittable distance.

• Inquire about operation or function proble

ms caused by other manufacturer's devices with the relevant manufacturer.

Connecting to the computer

INPUT D

the running parallel distance as short as possible.

Connecting to the video equipment

INPUT D

Connecting to the network equipment

Computer

LAN

terminal

Wired connection

LAN cable (straight type) (not supplied)

Hub, Wireless router

HDBaseT transmitter

Computer

Wireless connection

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

When you monitor and control the projector via the network, access the Setup page of the projector (page 34) via a Web browser and enable the desired control protocol.

Security bar

Cable tie (commercially available)

Bottom of the projector

Notes

 When using network features, be sure to check if “LAN Setting” is set to “via HDBaseT” (page 25).  Connect the projector directly to the HDBaseT transmitter without going through a hub or router.

• Set “Extron XTP” in the Connection/Power menu to “On” when connecting to XTP Systems manufactured by Extron El

ectronics (page 25).

To attach the HDMI cable

Fix the cable to the security bar at the bottom of the projector using a commercially-available cable tie, as in the illustration.

Connecting Audio Equipment

Audio cable (stereo mini plug) (not supplied)

Audio input

terminal

Audio equipment

OUTPUT

Input audio can be output to audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier.

Note

When the Speaker Setting is set to “Always On” and the light is turned off, INPUT A is enabled.

Projecting/Adjusting an Image

Computer

Video equipment

Projector

Wall outlet

Projecting an Image

The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances and projected image sizes, see “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 55).

1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet.

2 Connect all equipment to the projector (page 8).

3 Press the / key to turn on the unit.

4 Turn on the connected equipment.

5 Select the input source.

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

6 When projecting a computer image, switch your

computer’s output to external display. The method to switch the output varies depending on the type of computer.

(Example)

To play video and audio using USB Connection, see “Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection” (page 43). To use Presentation Function via Network, see “Presentation Function via Network” (page 38).

7 Adjust the focus, size and position of the projected

image (page 15).

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

Focus lever

Zoom lever

V lens

shift dial

H lens

shift dial

Lens shift adjustment cover

 V lens shift dial

 H lens shift dial

Focus Size (Zoom) Position (Lens shift)

Slide the lens shift adjustment cover as below.

Adjusting the tilt of the projector by using lens shift

You can adjust the position of the projected image by turning the lens shift dials (H lens shift dial, V lens shift dial).

1 Slide the lens shift adjustment cover to open.

For details, see page 15.

2 Turn the  H lens shift dial (for adjusting right and

left),  V lens shift dial (for adjusting up and down) to adjust lens shift.

If you keep turning the lens shift dials, the lens shift positions are restored to the original positions. Keep turning to find the best positions. For details on the adjustment range, see the “Lens shift range” (page 56).

Notes

• While adjusting the lens shift, be careful not to look into the lens.

• When turning the H lens shift dial, the lens shift may move up or down. (When turning the V shift dial, the lens shift may move right or left.) In that case, adjust the lens shift with each dial again.

3 Slide the lens shift adjustment cover to close.

Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front

Increase the number towards plus

Increase the number towards minus

Increase the number towards plus

Increase the number towards minus

feet (adjustable)

By changing the slope of the projector with front feet (adjustable), you can adjust the position of the projected image.

How to alter the angle

When the projector is installed on an uneven surface, you can adjust using the front feet (adjustable).

2 Use the /// keys to set the value. The higher the

setting, the narrower the top of the projected image. The lower the setting, the narrower the bottom.

Press the RESET key to restore the Projected image before adjustment.

Notes

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

• Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the f

ront feet (adjustable) extended. It may cause

malfunction.

Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image

Press the ASPECT key on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected image. You can also change the setting in Aspect of the Screen menu (page 21, 22).

Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature)

If the image becomes trapezoidal, set the keystone manually.

When the projected image is a trapezoid, tapering to the top or bottom

1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander

once or select “V Keystone” in the Installation menu.

When the projected image is a trapezoid, tapering to the right or left

1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander

twice or select “H Keystone” in the Installation menu.

2 Use the /// keys to set the value. The higher the

setting, the narrower the right part of the projected image. The lower the setting, the narrower the left part.

Press the RESET key to restore the projected image before adjustment.

Notes

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

• Depending on the position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio of the image may change from the original or projected image may be distorted with Keystone adjustment.

• If adjusting upwards or downwards (V keystone adjustment) and to the right or left (H keystone adjustment) at the same time, the values of the adjustment menu may not reach the maximum value.

• If you press the KEYSTONE key on the remote control to

witch the keystone adjustment and corner key stone

adjustment, the value of the adjustment menu and the

Adjust using this cursor.

Example of cursor display:

You can adjust in all directions.

You can adjust only to the left/ right or downwards.

status of the image may not match before the adjustment is performed.

Press the RESET key to restore the projected image before adjustment.

Correcting the image twist (Corner Keystone feature)

You can correct the image twist by the corner keystone feature. Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander three times, or select “Corner Keystone” in the Installation menu, and select “Adjust.” The guide is displayed.

The corners of the image to be corrected

1 Move the  by using the /// keys to select the

corner you want to correct.

If you press the ENTER key, you will go back to the cursor display.

Displaying a pattern

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

Note

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

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

Press the APA key on the remote commander. Press again to cancel adjusting during the setting. You can also set APA in the Screen Menu (page 21). If Smart APA in the Function menu is set to “On”, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 23).

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the / key on the unit or the remote

commander.

The projector starts shutdown and turns off. For long-term use, turn off the projector when not in use.

2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.

by using the /// keys. The cursor will disappear if the adjustment range limit is reached.

2 Adjust the position of the corner you want to correct

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Setting menu

Setting items

Selected items take effect immediately, except

Using a MENU

Note

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

“Language,” “Speaker Setting,” and “Input-A Signal Sel.”, which take effect after you press the ENTER key.

1 Press the MENU key to display the menu.

2 Select the setting menu.

Use the / key to select the setting menu then press the  key or ENTER key.

3 Select the setting item.

Use the / key to select the setting menu then press the  key or ENTER key. To return to the selection screen of the setting menu, press the  or RETURN key.

Using the setting menu

ress the / key to select the item.

P Press the ENTER key to register the setting and return to the previous screen.

Using the adjustment menu

To increase the value, press the / key and to decrease the number, press the / key. Press the ENTER key to register the setting and return to the previous screen.

5 Press the MENU key to clear the menu.

The menu disappears automatically if no operation is performed.

4 Make the setting or adjustment for the selected item.

The setting method varies, depending on the setting item. If the next menu window is displayed, select the item according to the operations in step 3 and then press the ENTER key to register the setting. To return to the selection screen of the setting items, press the  or RETURN key. You can press the RESET key to reset an item to its factory setting value to aid setting.

Using a pop-up menu

Press the /// key to select an item.

Projection Setting Menu

Note

The Projection Setting menu is used for optimum settings appropriate to the installation location and picture adjustments for input signals.

Setting items Descriptions

Intelligent Setting On/Off: Wh

system cooling performance (fan rotation speed) by selecting the installation location from "Location" according to the environment in which the projector is used. This setting is for stable and prolonged use of the projector.

Location: S find the appropriate option in “Location,” select the closest one.

Usage location cannot be selected from “Location” for each input terminal.

Meeting/Class Room: Sharply projects text and graphics. This is suitable for use in meeting rooms or classrooms. Museum: Precisely reproduces colors. This is suitable for use in quiet places, such as galleries or museums. Entertainment: Produces well-contrasted pictures. This is suitable for use at theme parks, public entertainment facilities, conference rooms in the exhibition hall, and so on.

Picture Mode Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and vivid picture.

Standard: P Presentation: P

en you set to “On,” you can optimize the picture settings, light settings, and

elect usage location of the projector from the following options. If you cannot

rovides an image which is natural and well balanced.

rovides a bright image, suitable for presentations.

Reset Contrast The higher the value, the greater the contrast. The lower the value, the lower the contrast. Brightness The higher the value, the brighter the picture. The lower the value, the darker the picture.

*2 *3

Color

*2 *3 *4

Hue

Color Temp.

Sharpness The higher the value, the sharper the picture. The lower the value, the softer the picture. Light Settings

Light Output Mode

Constant Brightness

When “Intelligent Setting” is set to “On,” “Picture Mode” cannot be set. Each item in “Projection Setting” is initialized to its factory preset value.

The higher the value, the greater the intensity. The lower the value, the lower the intensity. The higher the value, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the

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

the more reddish the picture.

Adjusts brightness of the light source.

Standard: Middle: P Low: Custom: Y

When “Intelligent Setting” is set to “On,” only “Custom” of “Light Output Mode” in “Light Settings” is selectable and other items cannot be set.

On/Off: Available when Light Output Mode is set to "Standard" or "Middle." Brightness is constant at about 90% of light output of each mode.

The image becomes brighter, and power consumption becomes higher.

ower consumption becomes lower; however, the image will darken.

Power consumption becomes even lower and the image will darken further.

ou can adjust brightness as prefer.

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