Sony Projector VPL-EW130 User Manual

4-275-591-12 (1)
© 2011 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-EW130 

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 ring (page 12)
dLamp cover (page 27)
eAir filter cover (page 29)/
Ventilation holes (intake)
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 near the 
ventilation holes and the circumference as 
this may cause injury.
hLAMP/COVER indicator 
(page 23)...

4Location and Function of Controls
Input (pages 7, 8)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector 
(RGB/YPBPR)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
bINPUT B
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
cVIDEO (VIDEO IN)
Video: Video input connector
Audio: Audio input connector (L 
[MONO] AUDIO/R)
Output (page 10)
dOUTPUT
Video: Monitor output connector 
(MONITOR)
Audio: Audio output connector 
(AUDIO)
This connector outputs the projected image or 
audio. The image is output as a...

5Location and Function of Controls
Overview
Remote Commander
Control PanelaTurning on the power/Going to 
standby mode
?/1 (On/Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 11)
INPUT key
cOperating a menu (page 15)
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
This function is not provided in this 
projector.
APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
*
*Use this key when inputting a...

6Location and Function of Controls
PIC MUTING key
Cuts off the image. Press again to restore 
the image.
AUDIO MUTING key
Mutes the audio output. Press again to 
restore the previous volume.
VOLUME +/– key
For adjusting the volume output.
FREEZE key
*2
Pauses a projected image. Press again to 
restore the image.
*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.
fSetting the...

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 VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player 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...

9Connecting the Projector
Preparation
INPUT B
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.
Notes
HDMI-DVI-D cable 
(not supplied)
ComputerDVI-D output 
connector
Video equipmentHDMI cable 
(not supplied) HDMI output 
connector 

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) or a video signal input from the YPBPR input connector 
(INPUT A)....