Sony Projector VPL-GT100 User Manual

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Portrait ModeYou can set this mode according to the type of installation.
On: Use this setting for a wall installation (1 page 8).
Off: Use this setting when using the unit horizontally, or ceiling 
mounted.
If you use the unit with improper settings, an internal malfunction 
may occur.
Standby ModeYou can select the power consumption in standby.
Standard: The power consumption in standby mode is normalized.
Low: The power consumption in standby mode is lowered.
Tip
When this item is set to “Low,” the “PJ Auto Power On” function is 
disabled (The function is set to “Off” and does not appear in the 
menu). The network function is also disabled in standby mode.
Power SavingSets the power saving mode.
Lamp Cutoff: If no signal is input for 10 minutes, the lamp turns off 
automatically and power consumption is reduced. If signal is 
resumed, or any button on the control panel or remote control is 
pressed, the lamp will light again. In Lamp Cutoff, the ON/
STANDBY indicator lights in orange. (1 page 4)
Standby: If no signal is input for 10 minutes, power is turned off 
automatically and the projector goes into standby mode.
Off: The power saving mode is released.
Lamp SettingWhen replacing the lamps, set the desired lamp setting 
(1 page 64).
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Function Menu
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the unit. 
3D SettingsYou can change the settings of the 3D function.
2D-3D Display Sel.: For Switching the video images to “2D” or 
“3D.”
Auto: Displays 3D video images when HDMI signals with 3D 
information are input. Displays 2D video images when other 
signals are input.
3D: Displays 3D video images according to the 3D system 
selected in “3D Format.” However, when HDMI signals with 3D 
information are input to the unit, displays 3D video images 
according to the 3D system of those HDMI signals.
2D: Displays 2D video images.
* The 3D information is additional information to discriminate 
3D. Some HDMI signals have additional information to 
discriminate 3D and some HDMI signals have none.
3D Format: Set the 3D system when the input HDMI signals do not 
include 3D information.
Simulated 3D: Converts 2D video images to 3D video images. 
The setting can be made only for input the HD signals.
 The simulated 3D feature may have limited effect, depending 
on the video source.
 There are differences in perception of 3D video images among 
individuals.
Side-by-Side: Select this to display 3D images as two similar 
images, side-by-side.
Over-Under: Select this to display 3D images as two similar 
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3D Settings3D Brightness: For adjusting the brightness of the picture when 
watching 3D video images. You can select the brightness “High” 
or “Standard.”
3D Depth Adjust: For adjusting the depth of the 3D video images 
on the screen. The setting can be made only when a 3D Format 
other than “Simulated 3D” is selected.
We recommend that “3D Depth Adjust” be set to “0.” The 3D 
video images may be difficult to perceive, depending on the 
setting of “3D Depth Adjust.”
Simulated 3D Effect: For adjusting the 3D effect when 2D content 
is converted to 3D video images. You can select the effect from 
among “High,” “Middle,” and “Low.”
Tips
 “2D-3D Display Sel.” cannot be set to “3D” for some video 
sources. For available 3D signals, see “Compatible 3D Signals” 
(1 page 72).
 The simulated 3D feature may have limited effect, depending on 
the screen size (100 to 120 inches recommended) and the video 
source.
 There are differences in perception of 3D video images converted 
by the simulated 3D function among individuals.
 The menu display has a ghost while a 3D video image is displayed 
and is best viewed with the 3D glasses.
HDMI SettingYou can change the settings of the Control for HDMI function.
Control for HDMI: Selects the function whether to turn the Control 
for HDMI function effective when the HDMI connector is 
connected to a Control for HDMI compatible equipment.
When set to “On,” the following are available.
 The operation of the unit and the connected Control for HDMI 
compatible equipment will synchronize with each other.
 The Control for HDMI setting of Sony equipment (AV 
amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with “Control for 
HDMI - Easy Setting,”* will also be effective.
Device Auto Power Off: Sets whether to also turn the power of the 
connected Control for HDMI compatible equipment off when you 
turn the power of the unit off.
When set to “On,” the equipment will synchronize and turn off 
when the power of the unit turns off.
PJ Auto Power On: Select whether to link the power of the unit to 
the Control for HDMI compatible equipment.
When set to “On,” the power of the unit will automatically turn on 
when the power of the connected equipment is turned on or when 
making operations such as playback.
Tip
To enable this function, set “Standby Mode” (1 page 41) on the 
Setup   menu to “Standard,” and then set “PJ Auto Power On” to 
“On.” For details, see “About the Control for HDMI” (1 page 55). 
						

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HDMI SettingDevice List: Lists all the Control for HDMI compatible equipment 
connected to the unit.
When “Enable” is selected, the Control for HDMI setting of Sony 
equipment (AV amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with 
“Control for HDMI - Easy Setting,”* will also be effective.
* “Control for HDMI - Easy Setting” is a function that makes the 
Control for HDMI setting of equipment connected to HDMI input 
of the unit effective as well when the Control for HDMI setting of 
the unit is effective. Non-Sony equipment is not compatible.
Dynamic RangeSets the video input level when a signal is input to HDMI, 
DisplayPort 1 or DisplayPort 2.
Au t o : Sets the video input level automatically.
Limited: The video input level is set for signals of 16-235.
Full: The video input level is set for signals of 0-255.
If the video output setting of the connected HDMI or DisplayPort 
device is not set correctly, light and dark parts of the video may 
appear too light or too dark.
Auto Input SearchEnables selection from only the input which has a signal.
When set to “On,” inputs without signals do not appear on the input 
palette that appears when you press INPUT. To display all inputs, set 
this to “Off” (1 page 20).
Te s t  P a t t e r nDisplays a test pattern according to the setting.
On: A test pattern appears on the screen to be used when adjusting 
the lens with “Lens Focus,” “Lens Zoom,” and “Lens Shift.”
Off: A test pattern does not appear.
Tip
While the test pattern is displayed, it is only displayed in green to 
allow you to adjust the focus easily.
BackgroundSelects the background color of the screen when no signal is 
input.
You can select “Black” or “Blue.”
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Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings.
Image FlipFlips the picture on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. 
HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically.
H: Flips the picture horizontally. 
V: Flips the picture vertically.
Off: The picture does not flip.
Use this item for installation for the backside projection or ceiling 
installation.
Lens ControlAvoids any operation of the lens such as “Lens Focus,” “Lens 
Zoom,” and “Lens Shift,” by mistake.
On: Enables adjustment of the lens.
Off: Prevents any adjustment of the lens.
Anamorphic LensSelect a setting to match the anamorphic lens conversion ratio.
1.24x: Select this when you use an anamorphic lens with a 
horizontal rate of 1.24×.
1.32x: Select this when you use an anamorphic lens with a 
horizontal rate of 1.32×.
Trigger SelectSwitches the output function of the TRIGGER 1/TRIGGER 2 
connector.
Off: Turns off the TRIGGER connector function.
Power: Outputs 12 V signals from the TRIGGER 1/TRIGGER 2 
connectors when the unit is on. The TRIGGER 1/TRIGGER 2 
connectors do not output any signals when the unit is in standby.
V Stretch: Works with the “Aspect” setting’s “V Stretch” 
(1 page 39) and outputs a 12 V signal from the TRIGGER 1 or 
TRIGGER 2 connector.
2.35:1 Zoom: Works with the “Aspect” setting’s “2.35:1 Zoom” (1 
page 39) and outputs a 12 V signal from the TRIGGER 1 or 
TRIGGER 2 connector.
IR ReceiverSelects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the front 
and rear of the unit. 
Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors.
Front: Activates the front detector only.
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BlankingThis feature allows you to adjust the displayable region within 
the four directions of the screen.
Select the edge to adjust by highlighting Left, Right, Top, or Bottom 
using the M/m buttons.
Adjust the amount of blanking using the 
						

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Panel AlignmentThis feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of 
characters or the picture.
When set to “On,” “Adjust Color” and “Pattern Color” can be 
assigned and adjusted. 
Adjust Item: Selects how to make adjustments from below.
Shift: Shifts the whole picture and makes adjustments.
Zone: Selects the desired range and makes adjustments.
Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color. 
Select “R” (Red) or “B” (Blue) to make adjustments based on 
“G” (Green).
Pattern Color: Select “R/G” (Red and Green) or “R/G/B” (White, 
all colors) when “Adjust Color” is “R” (Red). Select “B/G” (Blue 
and Green) or “R/G/B” (White, all colors) when the “Adjust 
Color” is “B” (Blue).
Adjust: The shift adjustment and zone adjustment of the color 
selected in “Adjust Color” can be made with 
						

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Network SettingPerform internet protocol settings.
Set this when accessing from a computer (1 page 50) or using the 
supplied gamma control adjustment software “ImageDirector3.”
IP Address Setup: Select the IP address setting method.
Auto (DHC P): The IP address is assigned automatically from the 
DHCP server such as a router.
Manual: Specify the IP address manually.
When “Manual” is selected for “IP Address Setup,” select the item 
with the 
						

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Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Information Menu
The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, and the cumulated hours 
of usage of the lamp.
You cannot adjust or change the displays listed above.
This unit has 25 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory). When the preset 
signal is input, the unit automatically detects the signal type and recalls the data for the 
signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory number 
and signal type of that signal are displayed in the Information   menu.
For information on the preset signals, see the table “Preset Signals.” (1 page 68)
Depending on the computer input signal, parts of screen may be hidden or displayed incorrectly.Model nameDisplays the model name (VPL-GT100).
Serial No.Displays the serial number.
Memory No.Displays the preset memory number of the input signal.
Signal typeDisplays the type of the input signal. When input signals with 3D 
information are input, the type of input signals and the 3D format are 
displayed.
Lamp TimerIndicates how long the lamp has been turned on (total usage).
Note
About the Preset Memory No.
Note
Memory No.
Signal type Serial No. Model name: VPL-GT100 
						

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Using Network Features
Connection to the network allows you to operate the following features:
 Checking the current status of the unit via a Web browser.
 Remotely controlling the unit via a Web browser.
 Receiving the e-mail report for the unit.
 Making the network settings for the unit.
 Supports network monitoring and control protocol (Advertisement, PJ Talk, SNMP, 
AMX DDDP [Dynamic Device Discovery Protocol]).
 Using the gamma control software “ImageDirector3.”
 The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you 
are using.
 Supported Web browsers are Internet Explorer 6/7/8/9.
 The menu displays only English.
 If the browser of your computer is set to [Use a proxy server] when you have access to the unit 
from your computer, click the check mark to set accessing without using a proxy server.
Network
Notes