Sony Projector VPL-EW130 User Manual

							21The INSTALL SETTING Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The INSTALL SETTING Menu
The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for installing the projector.
*1: Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.
*2: When “High Altitude Mode” is set to “On,” the speed of the fan increases, and the fan noise 
becomes slightly louder.
*3: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony 
personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked to verify the projector’s 
serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your 
identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password. Items Item descriptions
V Keystone
*1Auto: Set keystone adjustment automatically. When the projector is 
installed on an uneven surface, the feature may not work properly. In this 
case, select “Manual” to set keystone adjustment manually.
Manual: The higher the setting, narrower the top of the projected image. 
The lower the setting, narrower the bottom of the projected image.
Image FlipHV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally and/or vertically 
according to the installation method.
BackgroundBlack/Blue: Selects the background color of the projected image when no 
signal is input.
Lamp ModeHigh/Standard/Low: When set to “High,” the image becomes brighter, 
and power consumption becomes higher.
High Altitude 
Mode
*2On/Off: Set to “On” when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or 
higher. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component 
reliability.
Security Lock
*3On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to authorized 
users by password. The setting procedures for security locking are as 
follows:
1Select “On” and press ENTER to display the setting menu.
2Input the password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys. (The 
default password setting is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)
3Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys.
4Enter the password again to confirm.
Enter the password when you turn on the projector after disconnecting and 
reconnecting the AC power cord.
When it is set to “Off,” you can cancel the security lock. You are required to 
input the password again.
If you fail to enter the correct password after three consecutive times, the 
projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to go Standby 
mode then turn on the power again.
Direct Power OnOn/Off: When set to “On,” you can turn the power on without going to 
Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall outlet. 
Regardless of the Direct Power On setting, you can disconnect the AC 
power cord to turn off the power without going to the Standby mode.
Standby ModeStandard/Low: When set to “Low,” lowers power consumption in Standby 
mode.
Notes 
						

							22The INFORMATION Menu
The INFORMATION Menu
The INFORMATION menu enables you to confirm various information on the projector, such 
as the total usage hours of a lamp.
*1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.Items Item descriptions
Model Name Displays the model name.
Serial No. Displays the serial number.
fH
*1Displays the horizontal frequency of the current input signal.
fV
*1Displays the vertical frequency of the current input signal.
Signal type Displays the type of the current input signal.
Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of a lamp.
Note 
						

							23Indicators
Others
BOthers
Indicators
The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of the projector.
If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with the table 
below.
?/1 key
LAMP/COVER indicator
StatusMeaning/Remedies
Lights in red The projector is in Standby mode.
Flashes in green  The projector is ready to operate after having been turned on. 
 The lamp cools after the projector is turned off.
Lights in green The projector’s power is on.
Lights in orange The projector is in Power Saving Mode (lamp cut off). (page 19)
Flashes in red The projector is in abnormal status. Symptoms are indicated by 
number of flashes. Address the problem in accordance with the 
following. If the symptom is shown again, consult with qualified Sony 
personnel.
Flashes twice The internal temperature is unusually high. Check the items below.
 Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
 Check to see if the air filter is not clogged. (page 3, page 29)
Flashes six times Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet. After checking that the 
?/1 key goes out, plug the power cord to a wall outlet again then turn 
on the projector.
Other number of 
flashesConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
StatusMeaning/Remedies
Flashes in red Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes. Address the problem in 
accordance with the following.
Flashes twice  The lamp cover or the air filter cover is not attached securely. 
(page 29)
Flashes three times The temperature of lamp is unusually high. Turn off the power and 
wait for lamp to cool then turn on the power again. If the symptom is 
shown again, the lamp may be burnt out. In such a case, replace the 
lamp with a new one (page 27). 
						

							24Messages List
Messages List
When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in 
accordance with the table below.
MessageMeaning/RemedyPage
High temp.! Lamp off in 
1 min.Check the items below.
 Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
 Check to see if the air filter is not clogged.3, 29
Frequency is out of 
range!Change the output setting of the connected equipment to one 
for signals supported by the projector.33
Please check Input-A 
Signal Sel.Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” to “Auto” or select the input signal 
type to suit to the input signal.19
Please replace the Lamp 
and clean the Filter.Replace the lamp with a new one and clean the air filter. The 
message appears whenever you turn on the power until you 
replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer.27, 29
Not applicable! Invalid key pressed. –
The panel keys are 
locked!“Panel Key Lock” is set to “On.” 19 
						

							25Troubleshooting
Others
Troubleshooting
Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the 
instructions below.
SymptomRemedyPage
The power is not turned 
on.Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected. –
When the “Panel Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn on 
the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.19
If the lamp or lamp cover is not attached securely, the projector 
cannot be turned on.27
If the air filter or air filter cover is not attached securely, the 
projector cannot be turned on.29
No image. Check if the connecting cable is connected to external 
equipment firmly.–
Check if the computer signal is set for output to an external 
monitor. If you set your computer, such as a notebook 
computer, to output the signal to both your computer’s display 
and an external monitor, the picture of the external monitor 
may not appear properly. Set your computer to output the 
signal to only an external monitor.11
Check if the input source is correctly selected. 11
Check if the picture is muted. 6
On-screen display does 
not appear.The on-screen display does not appear when “Status” in the 
MENU SETTING menu is set to “Off.”20
The aspect ratio of the 
display is not right/the 
image is displayed 
smaller /a portion of 
image does not appear.Set “Aspect” manually. 5, 17, 
18
The image is a 
trapezoid.The images become trapezoidal because of the projection 
angle. In such a case, you can correct the trapezoidal 
distortion, using a Keystone feature.5, 13,  
21
When the “V Keystone” is set to “Manual,” the keystone 
feature does not work automatically. Set “V Keystone” to 
“Auto” or “Manual” to set manually. 5, 13, 
21
When the projector is installed on an uneven surface, the 
feature may not work properly. In this case, select “Manual” to 
set “V Keystone” manually.5, 13, 
21
The image is dark/too 
bright.The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode” 
affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is 
appropriate.16, 21
The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check 
“Lamp Timer,” and replace the lamp with a new one if 
necessary.22 
						

							26Troubleshooting
The image is not clear. Check if the projector is in focus. 12
The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated 
on the lens. In such a case, let the projector sit for about two 
hours with the power on.–
The image is noisy. Check if the connecting cable is connected to external 
equipment properly.7
No sound. Check that the connecting cables between the projector and 
external video or audio equipment are securely connected.7
Check if the output setting of connected external audio 
equipment is set to output the audio signal from the projector.–
Check if the connecting cable is connected to external 
equipment firmly.–
Audio is not output if audio muting is activated. 6
Check if “Volume” is not set to minimum. 6, 16
The Remote 
Commander does not 
work.Check that the batteries are installed correctly. –
Check that the batteries are not exhausted. –
The fan is noisy. The sound from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the 
lamp, etc. in the following cases.
 “Lamp Mode” is set to “High.”
 “High Altitude Mode” is set to “On.”
 The unit is used in the location where the temperature is high.21, 21
If the ventilation holes are blocked, the internal temperature of 
the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger.3
SymptomRemedyPage 
						

							27Replacing the Lamp
Others
Replacing the Lamp
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image or the LAMP/
COVER indicator notifies you to replace the lamp (pages 23, 24).
Use an LMP-E211 projector lamp (not supplied) for replacement.
 The lamp remains hot after the projector is 
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may 
burn your finger. When you replace the 
lamp, wait for at least an hour after 
turning off the projector for the lamp to 
cool sufficiently.
 Do not allow any metallic or inflammable 
objects into the lamp replacement slot after 
removing the lamp, otherwise it may cause 
electrical shock or fire. Do not put your 
hands into the slot.
If the lamp breaks, contact qualified 
Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp 
yourself.
 When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it 
out straight, by holding the designated 
location. If you touch a part of the lamp other 
than the designated location, you may be 
burned or injured. If you pull out the lamp 
while the projector is tilted, the pieces may 
scatter if the lamp breaks any may cause 
injury.
1Turn off the projector, and disconnect 
the AC power cord from a wall outlet.
2When the lamp has cooled 
sufficiently, open the lamp cover by 
loosening 1 screw. 
3Loosen the 2 screws on the lamp then 
pull out the lamp by its grab.
Caution
Grab 
						

							28Replacing the Lamp
4Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place. Tighten the 
2 screws.
5Close the lamp cover and tighten the 
1 screw.
Be sure to install the lamp and Lamp cover 
securely as it was. If not, the projector 
cannot be turned on.
6Connect the AC power cord to a wall 
outlet and turn on the projector.
7Reset the lamp timer for notification of 
the next replacement time.
Select “Lamp Timer Reset” on the SET 
SETTING  menu then press the ENTER 
key. When a message appears, select 
“Yes” to reset the lamp timer (page 19).
Disposal of the used lamp
For the customers in the USA
Lamp in this product contains mercury. 
Disposal of these materials may be 
regulated due to environmental 
considerations. For disposal or 
recycling information, please contact 
your local authorities or the 
Telecommunications Industry 
Association (www.eiae.org).
Note
Caution 
						

							29Cleaning the Air Filter
Others
Cleaning the Air Filter
When a message appears on the projected image, clean the air filter (page 24).
If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter even after cleaning, replace the air filter with 
a new one.
For details on a new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the 
temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible malfunction or fire.
1Turn off the projector, and disconnect 
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
2Draw out the air filter cover.
3Clean the air filter with a vacuum 
cleaner.
Remove the air filter as illustrated below 
then clean with the vacuum cleaner.
4Attach the air filter cover to the unit.
Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly. If 
not, the projector cannot be turned on.
Caution
Air filter
Claws
Note 
						

							30Specifications
Specifications
ItemDescription
ModelVPL-EW130
Projection system 3 LCD system
Display device Effective display 
size0.59-inch (15.0 mm), 3 plate, Aspect ratio 16:10
Effective picture 
elements3,072,000 pixels (1280 × 800 pixels, 3 plate panels)
Projection lens Zoom Manual zoom (approx.1.3 times)
Focus Manual
Light source High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type
Projected image 
size25 inches to 200 inches (0.635 m to 5.08 m)
Luminous flux 
(Brightness)3000 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to “High”)
Speaker 1 W × 1 (monaural)
Applicable 
scanning 
frequency
*1
Horizontal: 19 kHz to 92 kHz, Vertical: 48 Hz to 92 Hz
Resolution When a computer 
signal is inputMaximum display resolution: 1400 × 1050 pixels (resize)
Panel display resolution: 1280 × 800 pixels
When a video 
signal is inputNTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 
576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i
Color system NTSC
3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, 
PA L 6 0
INPUT OUTPUT 
(Computer/video)INPUT ARGB/YP
BPR input connector: Mini D-sub 15 pin 
female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 
ohms terminated, RGB/P
BPR: 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms 
terminated, Sync signal: TTL level high impedance, 
positive/negative
Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack, rated input 
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms
INPUT BHDMI input connector: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP support, 
HDMI audio support
VIDEO (VIDEO 
IN)Video input connector: Phono jack, 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 
sync negative, 75 ohmes terminated
Audio input connector: Phono jack × 2, rated input 
500 mVrms, Input impedance more than 47 kohms
OUTPUTMONITOR output connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin 
female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 
ohms terminated, RGB/P
BPR: 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms 
terminated, Sync signal: HD, VD 4 V (open), 1 Vp-p (75 
ohms), positive/negative
Audio output connector: Stereo mini jack,  stereo, 1 
Vrms (maximum volume, when inputting 500 mVrms), 
output impedance 5 kohms