Sony Projector VPL-CX236 User Manual

4-559-696-11 (1)
© 2014 Sony Corporation
Data
Projector
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-CX236/CX276
VPL-CW256/CW276
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check 
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. 

2Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Overview
Location and Function of Controls  .... 3
Main unit  ...................................... 3
Connector Panel  ........................... 4
Remote Commander and Control 
Panel .......................................... 5
Preparation
Connecting the Projector  ................... 7
Connecting a Computer ................ 7
Connecting a Video equipment  .... 8
Connecting an External Monitor and 
Audio Equipment  .................... 10
Projecting/Adjusting an...

3Location and Function of Controls
Overview
BOverview
Location and Function of Controls
aProjection lens
bFocus ring (page 12)
cZoom lever (page 12)
dLamp cover (page 37)
eAir filter cover/Ventilation holes 
(intake) (page 39)
fVentilation holes (intake)
gVentilation holes (exhaust)
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...

4Location and Function of Controls
VPL-CX236/CX276/CW256/CW276
Input (pages 7, 8)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector 
(RGB/Y PB PR)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
bINPUT B
Video: RGB input connector (RGB)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
cINPUT C
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
dINPUT D
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
eVIDEO (VIDEO IN)
Video: Video input connector
Audio: Audio input connector 
(L [MONO]/R)...

5Location and Function of Controls
Overview
Remote Commander
Control Panel
aTurning on the power/Going to 
standby mode
?/1 (On/Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 11)
INPUT key
cOperating a menu (page 19)
MENU key
RESET key
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
RETURN key
This function is not provided in this 
projector.
dAdjusting the image (page 12)
ASPECT key
KEYSTONE key
PATTERN key
APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
*
*Use this key when inputting a computer 
signal via the RGB input connector 
(INPUT...

6Location and Function of Controls
fSetting the energy–saving mode 
easily
ECO MODE key
Energy-saving mode can be set easily. 
Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp 
Mode,” “Standby Mode”, “With Static 
Signal” and “With No Input.”
1Press the ECO MODE key to display 
the ECO Mode menu.
2Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key 
to select Eco or User mode.
Eco: Sets each mode to the optimum 
energy-saving value.
Lamp Mode: Standard
With No Input: Standby
With Static Signal: Lamp 
Dimming
Standby Mode: Low
(go to...

7Connecting the Projector
Preparation
BPreparation
Connecting the Projector
 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 performance of picture signals or 
cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.
 For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.
 Use a...

8Connecting the Projector
Connections with a DVD player, BD player, etc. are explained for each input signal.
VIDEO IN 
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
INPUT A
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector.
Connecting a Video equipment
Video cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied) Video output 
connector
Audio output 
connector
Video equipment
Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini...

9Connecting the Projector
Preparation
INPUT C/INPUT D
For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector.
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
To attach the HDMI cable
Fix the cable to the cable tie holder at the bottom of the projector, using a commercially 
available cable tie, as in the illustration.
Use a cable...

10Connecting the Projector
OUTPUT
Projected images and input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor and 
audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier. When an audio cable is connected 
to the audio output connector, no sound will be heard from the built-in speaker.
Projected images and audio can be output. The image is output only as a computer signal input from 
the RGB input connector (INPUT A/INPUT B) or a video signal input from the YPBPR input 
connector (INPUT A)....