Sony Projector VPL-FH36 User Manual

11Connecting the Projector
Preparation
To attach the HDMI cable
Fix the cable to the cable tie holder at the bottom of the projector, using a commercially 
available cable tie, as in the illustration.
Use a cable tie of less than 1.9 mm × 3.8 mm in thickness.
OUTPUT
Projected images and input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor and 
audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier.
This connector outputs the projected image or audio. The image is output as a computer...

12Projecting 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 and Lens Shift Range” (page 53).
1Plug the AC power cord into a wall 
outlet.
2Connect all equipment to the projector 
(page 8).
3Turn on the projector.
Press the ?/1 key on the main...

13Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable)
When the projector is installed on an uneven 
surface and the projected position is low, you 
can adjust using the front feet (adjustable). 
To correct any trapezoidal distortion of the 
projected image, use the Keystone 
correction feature (pages 14, 
29).
 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...

14Projecting an Image
Correcting for trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone 
adjustment)
If the screen is tilted, or you are projecting from an oblique angle, perform keystone adjustment.
1Press the KEYSTONE key on the 
Remote Commander once or select “V 
Keystone” in the Installation menu to 
display the adjustment menu.
2Adjust the value using V/v/B/b.
The higher the setting, the narrower the 
top of the projected image. The lower 
the setting, the narrower the bottom of 
the projected...

15Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Correcting image twist (Warp 
correction feature) (VPL-FH36/
FH31 only)
You can correct image twist with the warp 
correction feature.
1Press the KEYSTONE key on the 
Remote Commander three times, or 
select “Warping” in the Installation 
menu, then select “Adjust.”
The guide is displayed.
Selecting the corner(s) of the image 
to be corrected
1Move s using V/v/B/b to select the 
corner you want to correct.
2Press the ENTER key.
The cursor appears....

16Projecting an Image
The cursor will disappear if the 
deflection range limit is reached.
Correcting deflection 2 – top/bottom 
sides of the image
1Move s using V/v/B/b to select the 
side you want to correct.
2Press the ENTER key.
The cursor appears.
3You can adjust the deflection of the 
side, using V/v/B/b.
You can adjust the center point of 
deflection using B/b. For the range of 
deflection, use V/v. You can adjust the 
top/bottom independently.
The cursor will disappear if the 
deflection range...

17Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Setting the blending function to 
project from multiple projectors 
(VPL-FH36/FH31 only)
1Install the projectors.
Input a pattern, etc., to adjust the 
projected positions from multiple 
projectors.
Set a different ID mode for each 
projector (page 27).
2Enable the Edge Blending function.
Display the main menu to set “Edge 
Blending” to “On” in the Installation 
menu.
3Set the position of blending.
Choose the position (top/bottom/left/
right) for...

18Projecting an Image
1Press the ?/1 key on the main unit or 
the 1 key on the Remote Commander.
The message appears if you press the ?/
1 key on the main unit. Press it again 
according to the message.
The fan continues to run for a while to 
reduce internal heat. 
2Unplug the AC power cord from the 
wall outlet.
You may unplug the AC power cord 
before the fan stops.
To move the projector just after turning it 
off, be sure to wait until the fan stops 
before unplugging the AC power cord. 
Unplugging...

19Using a MENU
Adjustments and Settings Using 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 or v key to select the setting 
menu then press b or ENTER key.
3Select the setting item.
Use the V or v key to select the setting 
menu then press b or ENTER 
key.
To return to the selection screen of the 
setting menu,...

20The Picture Menu
The Picture Menu
For adjusting the picture for each input signal.
*1: When a computer signal is input, this option is available.
*2: When a video signal is input, this option is available.
*3: When “Picture Mode” is set to the item other than “Presentation,” this option is available.
*4: When a B & W signal is input, this option is not available.Setting items Description
Picture ModeDynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a “dynamic” picture.
Standard: Makes the picture be natural...