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 
Module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied), set “WLAN Network” to “Access Pt. (Manual)” in the 
projector’s “WLAN Settings” (page 28).
 For connecting to the access point, access to the Web browser, and input the settings for the access 
point to connect. For details, see “Setting the WLAN Network of the projector” (page 35).
Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input 
signal.
S VIDEO IN
For connecting video equipment with an S-video output connector.
The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/
EX235.
Notes
Connecting a Video equipment
USB wireless LAN module 
IFU-WLM3 (not supplied)
Tablet PC/Smartphone
Computer
Wireless router, access 
point
Note
S video output 
connector
Audio output 
connectorS video cable (not supplied)
Computer
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) 
(not supplied) 
						

							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 equipment
Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Video equipmentYP
BPR output 
connector
Audio output 
connector 
						

							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 microphone input is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235.
 Only dynamic microphones are supported.
USB connector (Type A) ( )
For connecting a USB memory device (“Using USB Media Viewer” (page 48)).
Notes
Connecting a microphone
Notes
Connecting a USB memory device
Video equipmentHDMI cable 
(not supplied)
HDMI output 
connector
For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector.
Microphone 
(not supplied)
USB memory device 
(not supplied) 
						

							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 equipment
Display equipment 
						

							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 on the connected equipment.
5Select the input source.
Press the INPUT key on the projector to 
display the menu for switching input 
signal on the screen. Press the INPUT 
key repeatedly, or press the 
V/v key to 
select an image to be projected.
6When projecting a computer image, 
switch your computer’s output to 
external display. 
The method to switch the output varies 
depending on the type of computer.
(Example)
To project image files stored in a USB 
memory device, see “USB Media 
Viewer” (page 48). To play video and 
audio using USB Connection, see 
“Playing Video and Audio using USB 
Connection” (page 46). To use 
Presentation Function via Network, see 
“Presentation Function via Network” 
(page 42).
Computer Video equipment
Projector
Wall outlet
125
43
6
+ 
						

							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 careful not to let the projector down on your fingers.
 Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) extended.
Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image
Press the ASPECT key on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected 
image. You can also change the setting in Aspect of the Screen menu (pages 22, 24).
Notes 
						

							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, the 
narrower the bottom.
Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic 
correction, the image may be deteriorated.
Displaying a pattern
You can display a pattern for adjusting the projected image or a grid pattern with the PATTERN 
key on the remote commander. Press the PATTERN key again to restore the previous image. 
You can use a grid pattern as a guide to write text or to draw lines and shapes on the whiteboard 
or blackboard without using a computer.
You cannot use this key when “Type A USB”, “Type B USB” or “Network” is selected as the input.
Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a 
signal is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment))
Press the APA key on the remote commander. Press again to cancel adjusting during the setting.
You can also set APA in the Screen Menu (page 23). If Smart APA in the Function menu is set 
to “On”, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 26).
Note
Increase the number 
towards plus
Increase the number 
towards minus
Note 
						

							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 (page 53).
ECO gauge
This gauge indicates the current effectiveness of the projector’s ECO function. (For details on 
the ECO function, see “ECO MODE key” (page 7) and “ECO” (page 28).) 
The leaf icons are displayed when the projector is shut down. The number of displayed icons 
varies according to how much energy is saved as a result of using the ECO function.
Turning Off the Power
Note
ECO gauge 
						

							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 
key.
4Make the setting or adjustment for the 
selected item. 
The setting method varies, depending on 
the setting item.
If the next menu window is displayed, 
select the item according to the operations in step 3 and then press the 
ENTER key to register the setting.
To return to the selection screen of the 
setting items, press the B or RETURN 
key. You can press the RESET key to 
reset an item to its factory setting value 
to aid setting.
Using a pop-up menu
Press the V/v/B/b key to select an item.
A selected item takes effect 
immediately, except “Language”, which 
will take effect after you press the 
ENTER key.
Using the setting menu 
Press the V/v key to select the item. 
Press the ENTER key to register the 
setting and return to the previous screen.
Using the adjustment menu
To increase the value, press the V/b key 
and to decrease the number, press the 
v/B key. Press the ENTER key to 
register the setting and return to the 
previous screen.
5Press the MENU key to clear the 
menu.
The menu disappears automatically if no 
operation is performed.
Note
Picture Mode Standard
Reset
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Sharpness
Expert Setting
:Sel :Set :Back
Picture
Low
Setting menu
80
50
50
50
5
Picture Mode Standard
Reset
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Sharpness
Expert Setting
:Sel :Set :Back
Picture
Low
Setting items
RETURN
Picture Mode
Dynamic
Standard
:Back
:Sel
Cinema Game Blackboard Presentation
AdjustBack Contrast