Sony Projector VPL-HW65 User Manual

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Function Menu
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the unit.
Setting items Description
3D Settings You 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 images, 
one above the other.
Tips
 “2D-3D Display Sel.” cannot be set to “3D” for some video sources. 
For available 3D signals, see “Compatible 3D Signals” (page 56).
 The simulated 3D feature may have limited effect, depending on the 
screen size (100 to 120 inches recommended) and the video source.
 The menu display has a ghost while a 3D video image is displayed and 
is best viewed with the 3D glasses. 
						

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3D Glasses 
Bri’nessFor adjusting the brightness of the picture when watching 3D video 
images. 
You can select the brightness from among “High,” “Medium,” and 
“Low.”
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 
EffectFor adjusting the 3D effect when 2D content is converted to 3D video 
images. You can select the effect from among “High,” “Middle,” and 
“Low.”
Tip
There are differences in perception of 3D video images converted by the 
simulated 3D function among individuals.
Dynamic Range Sets the video input level for HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 connectors.
Auto: 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 device is not set 
correctly, light and dark parts of the video may appear too light or too 
dark.
Settings Lock Locks menu item settings to prevent operational error (page 33).
Off: Cancels the Settings Lock.
Level A: Group 1 items (below) are not displayed on the menu, and are 
not available.
Level B: Group 1 and Group 2 items (below) are not displayed on the 
menus, and are not available. Setting items Description
Depth
Normal Fr on t D e pt h
Note 
						

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Group 1 Group 2
Items Locked by Settings Lock
Picture menu
Reset
Reality Creation
Advanced Iris
Contrast Enhancer
Lamp Control
Motionflow
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Sharpness
NR
MPEG NR
Smooth Gradation
Film Mode
Gamma Correction
Color Correction
Clear White
x.v.Color
Color SpaceSetup menu
Status
Language
Menu Position
High Altitude Mode
Remote Start
Network Management
Lamp Setting
Function menu
Dynamic Range
Installation menu
Image Flip
Trigger Select
Panel Alignment
Network Setting 
						

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Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings.
Setting items Description
Image Flip Flips 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.
Trigger Select Switches the output function of the TRIGGER connector.
Off: Turns off the TRIGGER connector function.
Power: Outputs 12 V signals from the TRIGGER connector when the 
unit is on. The TRIGGER connector does not output any signals when 
the unit is in standby.
V Stretch: Works with the “Aspect” setting’s “V Stretch” 
(page 27) and outputs a 12 V signal from the TRIGGER connector. 
						

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Panel Alignment This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or 
the picture on the screen.
On: Adjusts the gaps in the colors selecting “Adjust Color” or “Adjust 
Item.”
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 Setting Perform internet protocol settings.
IPv4 SettingIP Address Setup: Selects the IP address setting method.
Auto(DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the 
DHCP server such as a router.
Manual: Specifies the IP address manually.
When “Manual” is selected for “IP Address Setup,” select the item 
with the 
						

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Information Menu
The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, input signal type, software 
version and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp.
You cannot adjust or change the displays listed above.
This unit has default image data to adjust preset data for input signals appropriately according 
to the signals shown in “Preset Signals” (page 53) (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 signal type is displayed in the 
Information  menu.
Depending on the computer input signal, parts of screen may be hidden or displayed incorrectly.Items Description
Model Name Displays the model name
Serial No. Displays the serial number.
Signal type Displays 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.
Software Version Displays the software version.
Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on (total usage).
Note
About the Preset Memory
Note
Model name
Serial No.
Software version Signal type 
						

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Connection to the network allows you to 
operate the following features:
 Checking the current status of the unit 
via a Web browser.
 Making the network settings for the 
unit.
 Network monitoring and controlling 
with control protocol (SDAP 
[Advertisement], SDCP [PJ Talk], 
DDDP [AMX], Crestron RoomView, 
Control4).
 When connecting this projector with the 
network, consult with the person who sets up 
the network. The network must be secured.
 When using this projector connected with the 
network, access the Control window via a 
Web browser and change the access 
limitation of the factory preset values 
(page 40). It is recommended to change the 
password regularly.
 When the setting on the Web browser is 
completed, close the Web browser to log out.
 The menu displays used for the explanation 
below may be different depending on the 
model you are using.
 Supported Web browsers are Internet 
Explorer 8/9/10/11.
 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.
 AMX DDDP is not compatible with IPv6.
 These network functions are available when 
the unit is turned on.
Displaying the 
Control Window of 
the Unit with a Web 
Browser
1Connect the LAN cable.
2Set the network settings for the unit 
using “Network Setting” on the 
Installation  menu 
(page 36).
3Start a Web browser on the computer, 
enter the following in the address field, 
then press the Enter key on your 
computer.
http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
(xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx: IP address for the 
unit)
When connecting by the IPv6 
address
http://[xxxx:xxxx:- xxxx]
You can confirm the IP address of the 
unit under “Network Setting” on the 
Installation  menu.
The following window appears in the 
Web browser:
Using Network Features
NotesLAN 
Connector LAN cable 
(straight type) 
(not supplied)
Hub, router, etc. 
						

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Once you make the network settings, 
you can open the Control window only 
by performing step 3 of this procedure.
Operating the 
Control Window
Click one of the Page Switching buttons to 
display the desired setting page.
You can limit a user for accessing any 
particular page.
Administrator: Allowed access to all 
pages
User: Allowed access to all pages 
except the Setup page
When you access the Setup page for the first 
time, input “root” as the user name and 
“Projector” as the password in the 
authentication dialog.
When you log in for the first time, the 
window that prompts you to change the 
password is displayed. Follow the 
instructions on the screen to change the 
password.
The name of the administrator is preset to 
“root.”
Switching the Page
Setting the Access Limitation
Page Switching buttons 
						

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The password can be changed in the 
Password page in the Setup page.
When you change the password, input a new 
password after deleting the password 
(*****) that was set.
The password of the administrator and user 
should be 8 to 16 characters that includes 
both alphabet and numeric characters. 
Alphabet is case-sensitive.
The default password “Projector” cannot be 
set as a new password. 
If you forget your password, consult with 
qualified Sony personnel.
You can confirm the current settings for the 
unit on the Information page.
Note
Confirming the Information 
Regarding the Unit
Entry area for [Administrator]
Entry area for [User]
Information area