Sony Projector VPL-EW255 User Manual

11Connecting the Projector
Preparation
USB connector (Type A) ( )
For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) (“Presentation 
Function via Network” (page 42)).
 Undesignated USB wireless LAN modules do not work.
 When connecting/disconnecting the USB wireless LAN module, make sure that the projector is in 
Standby mode (Standby Mode: “Low”), or the AC power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.
 When wirelessly connecting a tablet PC/smartphone to the projector via USB wireless LAN...

12Connecting the Projector
VIDEO IN 
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/
EX235.
INPUT A
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector.
The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/
EX235.
Note
Note
Video cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied)Video output 
connector
Audio output 
connector
Video...

13Connecting the Projector
Preparation
INPUT C
 Audio output from the HDMI connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/
EX295/EX255/EX235.
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo. 
 Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are 
recommended.)
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
Microphone ( )
For connecting a microphone.
 The...

14Connecting the Projector
OUTPUT
Projected images or input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor or audio 
equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier.
 The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/
EX235.
 Projected images and audio can be output.
Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment
Notes
Audio cable 
(stereo mini plug) 
(not supplied)Audio input 
connector
Mini D-sub 15-pin cable 
(supplied) RGB input 
connector Audio...

15Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
BProjecting/Adjusting an Image
Projecting an Image
The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install 
the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances 
and projected image sizes, see 
“Projection Distance” (page 66).
1Plug the AC power cord into the wall 
outlet.
2Connect all equipment to the projector 
(page 9).
3Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.
4Turn...

16Projecting an Image
7Adjust the focus, size and position of 
the projected image (page 16).
Adjusting the Projected image
Focus Size (Zoom) Position
Focus ring
Zoom ring
Foot 
adjust 
button
Front feet 
(adjustable) 

17Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable)
By changing the tilt of the projector with the foot adjust buttons/front feet (adjustable), you can 
adjust the position of the projected image.
How to adjust the angle
1Press and hold the foot adjust buttons.
2Lift up the front of the projector to 
adjust the angle.
3Release the foot adjust buttons.
4Turn the front feet (adjustable) to set 
the angle of the projector precisely.
 Be...

18Projecting an Image
Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) 
Normally the Keystone feature automatically adjusts the projected image. The Keystone 
feature may not work automatically if the screen is tilted. In this case, set Keystone manually.
1Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote 
commander or select V Keystone in the 
Installation menu. 
2Use the V/v/B/b keys to set the value. The 
higher the value, narrower the top of the 
projected image. The lower the value,...

19Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
1Press the ?/1 key on the unit or the remote commander.
The projector starts shutdown and turns off. If you press the ?/1 key within 10 seconds 
again, shutdown is cancelled.
Do not turn off the projector soon after the lamp lights. It may cause a malfunction of the lamp 
(does not light ,etc.).
2Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.
To turn off without displaying confirmation message
Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds...

20Using a MENU
BAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Using a MENU
The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are 
using.
1Press the MENU key to display the 
menu.
2Select the setting menu. 
Use the V/v key to select the setting 
menu then press the b key or ENTER 
key.
3Select the setting item.
Use the V/v key to select the setting 
menu then press the b key or ENTER 
key.
To return to the selection screen of the 
setting menu, press the B or RETURN...