Sony Projector VPL-EW348 User Manual

4-577-251-11 (1)
© 2015 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-EW348/EW345/EW315
VPL-EX345/EX340/EX315/EX310
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
Terminal ....................................... 5
Remote Commander and Control 
Panel Keys ................................. 7
Preparation
Connecting the Projector  ................... 9
Connecting a Computer ................ 9
Connecting a Video 
equipment ................................ 11
Connecting a HDBaseT
TM 
equipment ................................ 13...

3Table of Contents
Using the Controller  ................... 49
One-Click projecting function  .... 49
Option format  ............................. 50
Use Projector Station for Network 
Presentation without installing it 
to the computer. ....................... 51
Error code list of Projector Station 
for Projector Station for Network 
Presentation ............................. 52
Displaying Images or Files Sent 
from a Tablet 
PC/Smartphone ....................... 53
Playing Video and Audio 
using USB...

4Location and Function of Controls
BOverview
Location and Function of Controls
aFocus ring (page 17)
bZoom ring (page 17)
cLens
dRemote Control Receiver 
eON/STANDBY indicator 
(page 60)
fWARNING indicator (page 60)
gFront feet (adjustable) (page 18)
hFoot adjust button (page 18)
iAir filter cover/Ventilation holes 
(intake) (page 68)
jVentilation 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...

5Location and Function of Controls
Overview
VPL-EW348
VPL-EW345/EW315/EX345/EX315
VPL-EX340/EX310
Input (pages 9, 11)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input terminal 
(RGB/YPBPR)
Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO)
bINPUT B
Video: RGB input terminal (RGB)
Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO)
cINPUT C
Video: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)
dINPUT D
Video: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)
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6Location and Function of Controls
eINPUT E
HDBaseT terminal*/LAN terminal 
(page 36)
Use a straight CAT5e or CAT6 shielded 
LAN cable (not supplied).
*VPL-EW348 only
fS VIDEO (S VIDEO IN)
Video: S video input terminal (S VIDEO 
IN)
Audio: Audio input terminal (L 
(MONO) AUDIO/R)
gVIDEO (VIDEO IN)
Video: Video input terminal (VIDEO)
Audio: Audio input terminal (L 
(MONO) AUDIO/R)
 The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO 
are shared.
 The audio input terminal and audio output 
from the HDMI terminal are...

7Location and Function of Controls
Overview
Remote Commander
Control Panel Keys
aTurning on the power/Going to 
standby mode
?/1 (On/Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 16)
INPUT key
cOperating a menu (page 23)
MENU key
RESET key
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
RETURN key
dAdjusting the image (page 17)
ASPECT key (page 25)
KEYSTONE key (page 19)
PATTERN key (page 21)
APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
* 
(page 21)
*
Use this key when inputting a computer 
signal via the RGB input terminal 
(INPUT A or...

8Location and Function of Controls
*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”, “Type 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.”...

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...

10Connecting the Projector
 Audio output from the HDMI terminal is available only on VPL-EW348/EW345/EW315/EX345/
EX315.
 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 terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
USB terminal (Type B) ( )
For connecting to a computer with a USB terminal...