
40" to 300" (Diagonally) BRAVIA® SXRD™ Projector
Full HD 1080p with 3 SXRD™ 1920x1080 Panels
Up to 120,000:1 Contrast Ratio (Advanced Iris On)
Brightness of 800 ANSI lumens
200W Ultra-High-Pressure Lamp
BRAVIA Engine
™ 2 fully digital video processing
Motionflow
™
technology w/ Dark Frame Insertion
Full HD 1080p with 3 SXRD
™ 1920 x 1080 Panels Three SXRDTM 1920 x 1080p micro
-
display panels
support Full HD 1080p resolution for an impressive combination of vivid color, film-like image quality,
and high-definition brilliance. Enjoy cinematic-quality images.
200W Ultra-
High
-Pressure Lamp A 200W Ultra
-
High-Pressure Lamp delivers natural color with a
brightness of 800 ANSI lumens .
BRAVIA Engine
™ 2 BRAVIA Engine 2 fully digital video processor uses a collection of unique Sony
®
algorithms to significantly reduce noise, enhance overall image detail, and optimize contrast so
every scene produces sharp, vibrant, life-like images.
Advanced Iris 3 The Advanced Iris 3 function provides up to a 120,000:1 contrast ratio by optimizing
both dark and bright scenes to produce deep black levels with stunning details.
Motionflow™ 120Hz with Dark Frame Insertion Technology Doubles the frame rate in video
sources to reduce judder and deliver a smoother more natural viewing experience.
24p True Cinema™ 24p True Cinema technology provides a direct connection to 24p video
sources so you can avoid conversions and enjoy films at their intended 24 fps (frames per second).
x.v.Color™ x.v.Color technology takes HD color expression to new levels. When connected to
x.v.Color capable video sources, such as select Sony® camcorders, the VPL-VW85 can display nearly
twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors as the existing RGB color standard, resulting in more natural,
life-like images.

Sony Electronics Inc. • 16530 Via Esprillo • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1.800.222.7669 • www.sony.com
40" to 300" (Diagonally) BRAVIA® SXRD™ Projector
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Features
General
Vertical Keystone: Yes
High Altitude Mode:
Off, On
Information Menu: Horizontal and Vertical
frequency display
Acceptable Computer Signals: fH: 19 to 72
kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz, fV: 60 Hz
Input A: D-sub 15 Pin, Analog
RGB/Component
Display
Display Technology: SXRD™ Technology
Video
Video Processing: BRAVIA Engine™ 2
Technology
Vertical Position: Yes
Dot Phase: Yes
Title Area Control: Yes
Film Mode: Yes
Acceptable Video Signals: Composite
video, Y/C video, 15 kHz
(RGB/Component) 50/60Hz; Progressive
component 50/60 Hz; DTV (480/60i,
480/60p, 575/50i, 575/50p, 720/50p,
720/60p, 1080P24sF(48i),1080/50i,
1080/50p, 1080/60i), HDMI inputs only:
1080/60p, 1080/24p
10-bit Video Processing: Yes
3D Comb Filter: Yes
x.v.Color
™
Technology:
Yes
Motionflow
™
Technology:
Yes
Lens Shift Function: Yes
Vertical Size: Yes
Convenience
Multiple Language Display: 15 languages
(including English, French, Spanish,
German and Chinese)
Auto Input Search: Yes
Test Pattern: Yes
Image Flip:
HV, H, V, Off
IR Receiver: Front & Rear, Front, Rear
Illumination: Logo (Off, On)
Remote Control: Yes (RM-PJVW85)
Specifications
General
Projection Picture Size: 40" to 300"
measured diagonally
Television Type: HD Front Projectors
Display
Screen Size (measured diagonally): 40" to
300" measured diagonally (projected)
Native Resolution: 1080p
Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
TV System
Color System: Auto, NTSC, PAL, SECAM
Video
Contrast Ratio: Up to 120,000:1 (with
Advanced Iris Auto 1 ON)
Brightness: 800 Lumens
Inputs and Outputs
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s): 2
(Side): 1 (RCAx3), 1 (15 Pin D-sub)
Composite Video Input(s): 1 (Side) Vp-p+/
2 dB sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)
S-
Video Input(s): Y/C mini DIN 4-pin type, Y
(luminance): 1 Vp-p+/-2 dB sync negative
(75 ohms terminated) C (chrominance):
burst 0.286 1 Vp-p+/-2 dB (NTSC) sync
negative (75 ohms terminated) burst 0.3
1 Vp-p+/-2 dB (PAL) sync negative (75
ohms terminated)
PC Video Input(s): Yes
Remote Network Connection(s): 1 (Side)
RS-232C: D-sub 9-pin (female)
HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total): 2 (Side)
Digital RGB/Y/Cb(Pb)Cr(Pr) with PC
timing support
RS-232C Input(s): Yes
12V Trigger Output(s): 2 Mini Jack -
Power
On: DC 12V, output impedance: 4.7
kilohms Power Off: 0V
Power
Power Consumption (in Operation): 320W
max
Power Consumption (in Standby): 8W;
0.5W in low mode
Power Requirements: AC 100-240V, 1.4
-
3.2A, 50/60Hz
Operating Conditions
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C (41°F
to 95°F)
Operating Humidity: 35% to 85%
(condensation)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: Product Warranty -
2 Years Parts and Labor except the lamp.
Lamp Warranty - 90 Days from date of
purchase.
Dimensions
Weight: 26.5 lbs
Measurements: 18 5/8 x 7 1/8 x 19 in
Supplied Accessories
Remote Control (RM-PJVW85)
Instruction Manual
AC Cord
CD ROM (Image Director 3)
Size AA (R6) batteries x2
Optional Accessories
Ultra High Pressure Replacement Lamp
(LMP-H201)
Black Ceiling Mount (PSS-H10)
UPC Code:
27242774346
1. Anamorphic lens is not available from Sony®.
2. 120,000:1 contrast ratio achieved with Advanced Iris Auto ON.
3. ANSI lumens is a measuring method of the American National
Standards Institute IT7.228. Since there is no uniform method of
measuring brightness, specifications will vary among manufactures.
4. When used with supporting video sources such as select Sony
camcorders.
5. Pixel convergence to 1/10th inch is calculated as ±2.0 dot by 0.1 dot
pitch. Depending on the adjustments made, the number of display
pixels may decrease. Also, colors may become uneven or the
resolution may change
6. BRAVIA Sync™ works with select Sony®
HDTVs, front projectors, and
home theater products. Check owners’
manuals for compability.
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in part without written permission is prohibited.
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True Cinema, x.v. Color, Handycam and their respective logos are
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owners.
Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate and may vary.