Sony Projector VPL-EW255 User Manual
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4-540-680-12 (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-EW295/EW255/EW235 VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230 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 .... 4 Main Unit ..................................... 4 Connector Panel ........................... 5 Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys ................................. 6 Preparation Connecting the Projector ................... 9 Connecting a Computer ................ 9 Connecting a Video equipment ................................ 11 Connecting a microphone .......... 13 Connecting a USB memory device ...................................... 13 Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment .................... 14 Projecting/Adjusting an Image Projecting an Image ......................... 15 Adjusting the Projected image ... 16 Turning Off the Power ................ 19 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU ................................ 20 The Picture Menu ............................. 21 The Screen Menu ............................. 22 The Function Menu .......................... 26 The Operation Menu ........................ 27 The Connection/Power Menu .......... 28 The Installation Menu ...................... 30The Information Menu .....................31 Network Using Network Features ...................32 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Browser ...................................32 Confirming the Information regarding the Projector ............33 Operating the Projector from a Computer .................................34 Using the e-mail report Function ...................................34 Setting the LAN Network of the projector ..................................35 Setting the WLAN Network of the projector ..................................35 Setting the Custom Labels for the Input Connectors of the Projector ..................................38 Setting the Control Protocol of the Projector ..................................38 Presentation Function via Network Using Presentation Function via Network .........................................42 Installing Projector Station for Network Presentation ..............42 Starting Projector Station for Network Presentation ..............42 Projecting an Image ....................43 Connection Settings ....................43 Using the Controller ...................44
3Table of Contents Displaying Images or Files Sent from a Tablet PC/ Smartphone ............................. 44 Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection .................................... 46 Starting USB Display ................. 46 Playing Video and Audio ........... 46 Using the Controller ................... 46 USB Media Viewer Using USB Media Viewer ................ 48 Thumbnail Mode ........................ 49 Option Menu ............................... 49 Display Mode ............................. 50 Option Menu ............................... 50 Slideshow Mode ......................... 50 Option Menu ............................... 51 Others Indicators .......................................... 52 Messages List ................................... 53 Troubleshooting ............................... 54 Replacing the Lamp ......................... 56 Cleaning the Air Filter ..................... 58 Specifications ................................... 59 Projection Distance .......................... 66 Dimensions ....................................... 80 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT .............................. 86 Index ................................................. 92
4Location and Function of Controls BOverview Location and Function of Controls aFocus ring (page 16) bZoom ring (page 16) cLens dRemote control detector eON/STANDBY indicator (page 52) fLAMP/COVER indicator (page 52) gFront feet (adjustable) (page 17) hFoot adjust button (page 17) iAir filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) (page 58) jLamp cover (page 56) kVentilation 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. lSpeaker (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only) mConnector panel (page 5) nSecurity bar Connects to a commercially available security chain or wire. oSecurity lock Connects to an optional security cable manufactured by Kensington. For details, visit Kensington’s web site. http://www.kensington.com/ pControl panel keys (page 6) Main Unit 5 4 32 1 6 8 7 9 qa qs 7 8 0 Caution qh qf qdqg
5Location and Function of Controls Overview VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 VPL-EX290/EX250/EX230 Input (pages 9, 11) aINPUT A Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector (RGB/YPBPR) 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) dS VIDEO (S VIDEO IN) Video: S video input connector (S VIDEO IN) Audio: Audio input connector (L (MONO) AUDIO/R) eVIDEO (VIDEO IN) Video: Video input connector (VIDEO) Audio: Audio input connector (L (MONO) AUDIO/R) The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO are shared. The audio input connector and audio output from the HDMI connector are available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/ EX255/EX235. Output (page 14) fOUTPUT Video: Monitor output connector (MONITOR) Audio: Audio output connector (AUDIO) Connector Panel 5 4 4 5 7 61 29 8q; 3 qs qa 5 4 7 61 29 8q; 3 qa Notes
6Location and Function of Controls This connector outputs the projected image or audio only when INPUT A or INPUT B is used. The audio output connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/ EX255/EX235. Others gRS-232C connector (RS-232C) RS-232C compatible control connector. Connects the computer’s RS-232C connector and the RS-232C cross cables. hLAN connector (page 32) iAC IN (∼) socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. jUSB connector (Type A) ( ) (pages 13, 48) kUSB connector (Type B) ( ) (page 46) lMicrophone input ( ) Microphone input is available only on VPL- EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. Remote Commander Control Panel KeysaTurning on the power/Going to standby mode ?/1 (On/Standby) key bSelecting an input signal (page 15) INPUT key cOperating a menu (page 20) MENU key RESET key ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys RETURN key dAdjusting the image (page 16) ASPECT key (page 22) KEYSTONE key (page 18) PATTERN key (page 18) APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key * (page 18) * Use this key when inputting a computer signal via the RGB input connector (INPUT A or INPUT B). Notes Note Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys 2 3 4 5 6 1 4 7 INPUT MENUAPA ECO MODE RETURN ASPECT D ZOOM KEYSTONE ENTER VOLUME PATTERN FREEZEBLANK MUTING RESET 3612 Note
7Location and Function of Controls Overview eUsing various functions during projecting D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key*1 Enlarges a portion of the image while projecting. 1Press the D ZOOM + key to display the digital zoom icon on the projected image. 2Press the V/v/B/b keys to move the digital zoom icon to the point on the image you want to enlarge. 3Press the D ZOOM + key or the D ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the enlargement ratio. The image can be enlarged up to 4 times. Press the RESET key to restore the previous image. BLANK key Cuts off the projected image temporarily. Press again to restore the previous image. Picture muting helps reduce power consumption. MUTING key (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only) Mutes the audio output temporarily. Press again to restore the previous volume. VOLUME +/– key (VPL-EW295/ EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235 only) Adjusts 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.You cannot use this key when “Type A USB”, “Ty p e B USB” or “Network” is selected as the input. fSetting the energy–saving mode easily ECO MODE key Energy-saving mode can be set easily. Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp Mode,” “With No Input,” “With Static Signal” and “Standby Mode.” 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: Low With No Input: Standby With Static Signal: Lamp Dimming Standby Mode: Low User: Sets each item of the ECO Mode menu as you desire (go to step 3). 3Select “User” then press the b key. The setting items appear. 4Press the V/v key to select the item then press the ENTER key. 5Press the V/v key to select the setting value. 6Press the ENTER key. The screen returns to the User screen. For details on ECO Mode settings, see “Lamp Mode,” “With No Input,” “With Static Signal” and “Standby Mode” on the Connection/Power menu (page 28). Notes RETURN ECO User ECO Mode :Sel:Back RETURN Lamp Mode HighConstant Brightness Auto Power Saving Standby ModeOff ON With No Input Lamp Dimming With Static Signal Standard User :Sel :Set:Back
8Location and Function of Controls Others gInfrared transmitter About remote commander operation Direct the remote commander toward the remote control detector. The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can control the projector becomes. Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the remote commander and the remote control detector on the projector.
9Connecting 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 no-resistance audio cable. Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal. INPUT A/INPUT B The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-EW295/ EW255/EW235) or 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230) for the external monitor. INPUT C Notes Connecting a Computer For connecting a computer with an RGB output connector. RGB output connector Audio output connectorMini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Computer Audio cable (Stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Notes For connecting a computer with an HDMI output connector. HDMI output connectorHDMI cable (not supplied) Computer
10Connecting the Projector 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. USB connector (Type B) ( ) For connecting to a computer with a USB connector (“Projecting an Image using USB Connection” (page 46)). LAN connector For connecting to a computer, tablet PC, or smartphone via a hub or router (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 42)). Notes USB A-B cable (not supplied) ComputerUSB connector (Type A) LAN cable (straight type) (not supplied) ComputerLAN connector Wired connection Tablet PC/Smartphone Computer Wireless connectionHub, router (wireless), etc.