Sony VPL-VW995ES User Manual

4-745-124-11 (1)

Video Projector

Operating Instructions

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

VPL-VW870ES VPL-VW995ES

Table of Contents

Location of Controls

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

Rear/Left Side/Bottom ................................................ 4

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

Connections and Preparations

Installing the Unit ....................................................... 6

Adjusting the Picture Position .................................... 6

Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer ....... 10

Projecting

Projecting the Picture ................................................ 11

Turning Off the Power ......................................... 11

Watching 3D Video Images ...................................... 11

Using the 3D Glasses ........................................... 12

Using the Picture Position ......................................... 12

Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video

Signal ..................................................................... 13

Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode ......................... 15

Using the Menus

Error Handling

Troubleshooting ........................................................ 34

About Indicators ........................................................ 36

Message Lists ............................................................ 37

Others

Updating the Software .............................................. 38

About HDR (high dynamic range) ............................ 38

About the Simulated 3D Feature ............................... 38

NOTICES AND LICENSES FOR SOFTWARE USED

IN THIS PRODUCT .............................................. 38

Specifications ............................................................ 39

Preset Signals ....................................................... 40

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

Compatible 3D Signals ........................................ 42

3D Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items ............ 42

Aspect Mode ........................................................ 43

Motionflow .......................................................... 44

Storage Conditions of Adjustment/Setting

Items ................................................................. 45

Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range ................ 47

Dimensions ............................................................... 51

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

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

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

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

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

Function Menu .......................................................... 26

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

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

Information Menu ..................................................... 31

About the Preset Memory .................................... 31

Using Network Features

Displaying the Control Window of the Unit with a

Web Browser .......................................................... 32

Operating the Control Window ................................. 33

Switching the Page ............................................... 33

Setting the Access Limitation .............................. 33

Confirming the Information Regarding the

Unit ................................................................... 33

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side

Connectors

Indicators

a ON/STANDBY indicator (page 36)

b WARNING indicator (page 36)

Connectors

c LAN connector (page 32)

d HDMI 1/HDMI 2 connector (page 10)

e TRIGGER 1/TRIGGER 2 connector (page 29)

f IR IN connector

Inputs the signals to control the projector.

g REMOTE connector

Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control.

h USB connector (page 38)

Others

i Ventilation holes (intake)

j Remote control detector (page 6)

Rear/Left Side/Bottom

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

Control panel

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

b INPUT button (page 11)

c MENU button (page 16)

d M/m/</, (arrow)/ENTER button (page 16)

e LENS button (page 6)

Others

f Remote control detector (page 6)

g Ventilation holes (exhaust)

h AC IN socket (page 7)

i Projector suspension support attaching hole

(page 52)

j Front feet (adjustable) (page 8)

k Ventilation holes (intake)

Remote Control

a LIGHT button

Illuminates the buttons on the remote control.

b Infrared transmitter

c ?/1 (On/Standby) button (page 7)

d INPUT button (page 11)

e CALIBRATED PRESET buttons (page 15)

f LENS ADJUSTMENT buttons (page 7)

g POSITION button (page 12)

h RESET button (page 17)

i M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter) button

(page 16)

j MENU button (page 16)

k MOTIONFLOW button (page 19)

l ASPECT button (page 13)

m COLOR SPACE button (page 21)

n COLOR TEMP button (page 19)

o GAMMA CORRECTION button (page 20)

p 3D button (page 11)

q REALITY CREATION button (page 18)

r ADVANCED IRIS button (page 19)

s CONTRAST ENHANCER button (page 19)

t SHARPNESS +/– button (page 20)

u CONTRAST +/– button (page 19)

v BRIGHTNESS +/– button (page 19)

Connections and Preparations

Installing the Unit

The installation distance between the unit and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you use the lens shift features. Install this unit so that it fits the size of your screen. For details on the distance between the unit and the screen (the projection distance) and the size of projected video, see “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 47).

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

screen.

Top view

Screen

Adjusting the Picture Position

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

Remote control detector

2 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture

so that it fits the screen (page 6).

Note

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

Tips

•The ?/1 (On/Standby), INPUT, and MENU buttons on the side

panel of the unit have the same functions as those on the remote control. The M/m/</, (arrow)/ENTER button of the unit has the same function as the M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter) button on the remote control. The LENS button functions the same way as the LENS ADJUSTMENT (FOCUS, ZOOM, SHIFT) buttons on the remote control.

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

Note

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

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

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

unit goes into standby mode.

Lights in red.

2 Press the ?/1 (On/Standby) button to turn on the unit.

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

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

3 Adjust the focus.

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

4 Adjust the picture size.

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

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

5 Adjust the picture position.

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

Tips

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

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

Note

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

Tip

Whenever you press the button, the test pattern disappears.

Note

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

To adjust the horizontal position

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

a maximum of 31% of the screen width from the center of the lens.

Note

The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below. For details, see “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 47).

Range of movement of the projected picture

Top view

31% 31%1 screen width

: Picture position when moving the

picture to the left at maximum

: Picture position when moving the

picture to the right at maximum

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

0.8V

0.31H Projected Picture

0.8V

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

0.31H

To adjust the tilt of the installation surface

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

To adjust the vertical position

Press M/m. The picture projected on the screen moves up by a

maximum of 80% or moves down by a maximum of 80% of the screen height from the center of the lens.

Side view

80%

1 screen height

80%

: Picture position when moving the

picture upward at maximum

: Picture position when moving the

picture downward at maximum

Turn to adjust.

Front feet (adjustable)

Notes

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

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

Lens adjustment window (test pattern)

1.78:1 (16:9)

1.33:1 (4:3)

2.35:1

1.85:1

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

Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer

You can enjoy high picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player/recorder, or PlayStation® equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the unit.

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.

Computer

Right side of the unit Equipment with HDMI output connectors

to HDMI input

HDMI cable (not supplied)

: Video signal flow

Notes

• Use a Premium High Speed HDMI cable. If using a cable other than a Premium High Speed cable, 4K video images may not be properly displayed.

• When connecting an HDMI cable to the unit, make sure the V mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of the unit and the v mark on the connector of the cable are faced at each other.

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

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

Use a Premium High Speed HDMI cable on which the cable type logo is specified.

AV amplifier

to HDMI output

Speakers

Projecting

Projecting the Picture

1 Turn on both the unit and the equipment connected to

the unit.

2 Press INPUT to display the input palette on the

screen.

3 Select the equipment from which you want to display

images. Press INPUT repeatedly or press M/m/ (enter) to

select the equipment from which to project.

Tips

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

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

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 (On/Standby) button.

The message “POWER OFF?” appears.

2 Press the ?/1 (On/Standby) button again before the

message disappears. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the

fan continues to run to reduce the internal heat.

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

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

Watching 3D Video Images

You can enjoy powerful 3D video images, such as from 3D games and 3D Blu-ray Discs, using the optional Active 3D Glasses (TDG-BT500A).

1 Turn on the HDMI equipment for 3D compatibility

connected to the unit, then play the 3D content. For details on how to play 3D content, refer to the

operating instructions for the connected equipment.

2 Turn on the unit and project the 3D video image.

For details on how to project the image, see “Projecting the Picture” (page 11).

3 Turn on the 3D glasses, and then put them on so that

they fit comfortably. For details on how to use the 3D glasses, see “Using

the 3D Glasses” (page 12).

Tip

The factory default setting for “2D-3D Display Sel.” is “Auto” to allow projecting 3D video images automatically when the unit detects 3D signals.

Notes

• It may not be possible to display 3D video image, depending on the type of signal. Set the “2D-3D Display Sel.” to “3D,” and “3D Format” to “Side-by-Side” or “Over-Under” to suit the format of the 3D content you want to watch (page 26).

• Use the 3D glasses within the communication range (page 12).

• There are differences in perception of 3D video images among individuals.

• When the temperature of the usage environment is low, the 3D effect may be diminished.

Note

Never disconnect the AC power cord while the indicator is flashing.

Tip

You can turn off the unit by holding the ?/1 (On/Standby) button for about 1 second, instead of performing the above steps.

Adjusting/Setting the 3D functions

You can adjust/set the 3D functions by pressing the 3D button on the remote control or with the “3D Settings” of the Function menu. For details, see “3D Settings” (page 26).

Using the 3D Glasses

Using the Picture

1 Turn on the 3D glasses, and register them on the unit.

For details on how to register the 3D glasses, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the 3D glasses.

2 Put on the 3D glasses. 3 Turn toward the screen.

Precautions for use

Misoperation may occur if:

• The viewing position is too far from the projector

• There are other communication devices, such as a wireless LAN (IEEE802.11 b/g/n) or a microwave with a bandwidth of 2.4 GHz, near the unit

3D glasses communication range

The following figure indicates the communication range of the 3D glasses. If you try to watch 3D video images from a distance greater than the communication range or install the unit outside the communication range, the 3D glasses may not be able to display the images properly. Also, the distance varies depending on the environment of the room and installation environment of the unit.

Top or side view

Projector

10 m

Position

You can store up to five combinations of lens settings (focus, picture size, picture position), aspect ratio, and blanking. These settings can be recalled. In the factory preset setting, the Picture Position is not stored.

1 Press POSITION.

The Picture Position selecting palette is displayed.

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

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

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

10 m

10 m 10 m

Image of the lens moving

In the example below, the images with aspect ratio of

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

Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal

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

When a 2.35:1 image is input

Press the POSITION button.

The 2.35:1 image expands to fill the screen.

Notes

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

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

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

• When you use the subtended screen angle of two or more aspects using lens zoom, install the unit within the specified parameters referring to “Projection distance” (page 48). With some setting positions, the range of lens shift may be restricted, even though the unit is installed within the specified parameters.

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

Press ASPECT. Each time you press the button, you can select the “Aspect”

setting.You can also select it using the menu (page 23).

ASPECT button

Original image

1.85:1

Recommended setting and resultant images

1.85:1 Zoom

Squeezed 1.85:1

2.35:1 Zoom

2.35:1

Squeezed 2.35:1

Original image

1.78:1 (16:9)

1.33:1 (4:3)

1.33:1 (4:3) with side panels

Recommended setting and resultant images

Normal

V Stretch

Notes on switching the “Aspect” setting

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

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

2.35:1

16:9

Squeezed

When using an anamorphic lens

Squeeze

When using an anamorphic lens

Stretch

Note

Selectable aspect modes vary depending on the input signal (page 43).

Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode

You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of video source or room conditions. You can save and use different preset modes for 2D/3D respectively.

Press one of the CALIBRATED PRESET buttons.

CALIBRATED PRESET buttons

Setting items Description

CINEMA FILM 1 Picture quality suited to reproducing the

CINEMA FILM 2 Picture quality suited to reproducing the rich

REF A picture quality setup suitable for when you

TV Picture quality suited for watching TV

PHOTO Ideal for projecting still images taken with a

GAME Picture quality suited to gaming, with well-

BRT CINE Picture quality suited for watching movies in

BRT TV Picture quality suited for watching TV

USER Adjusts the picture quality to suit your taste

highly dynamic and clear images typical of master positive film.

tone and color typical of a movie theater, based on the “CINEMA FILM 1.”

want to reproduce faithfully the original image quality, or for enjoying image quality, without any adjustment.

programs, sports, concerts, and other video images.

digital camera.

modulated colors and fast response.

a bright environment, such as a living room.

programs, sports, concerts, and other video images in a bright environment, such as a living room.

then saves the setting. The factory default setting is the same as “REF.”

Using the Menus

Note

The menu displays used for the explanation may be different from the actual menu display.

Pop-up menu

Operation through the Menus

The unit is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. If you select an item name followed by an arrow (B), the next menu window with setting items appears.

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 white.

Setting items

Setting menu

Adjustment 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.

Next menu window

Setting items

4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item.

When changing the adjustment level

Press M/, to increase the value, and press m/< to decrease the value. Press to store the setting and restore the original menu screen.

When changing the setting

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

To clear the menu

Press MENU.

To reset the picture that has been adjusted

Select “Reset” from the Picture menu.

When the screen display appears, select “Yes” using < and press . All of the following settings are reset to its factory preset value: “Reality Creation,” “Cinema Black Pro,” “Motionflow,” “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,” “Color Temp.,” “Sharpness,” and “Expert Setting” on the 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, or the adjustment menu. Press RESET on the remote control to reset only the selected settings to its factory preset value.

Note

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

+ 38 hidden pages