Sony Projector VPL-SW535C User Manual

4-412-942-12 (1)
© 2011 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-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525
VPL-SX535
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
Connector Panel  ........................... 5
Remote Commander and Control 
Panel Keys ................................. 6
Interactive Pen Device (SW535C/
SW525C only)  .......................... 8
Preparation
Connecting the Projector  ................... 9
Connecting a Computer ................ 9
Connecting a Video 
equipment ................................ 10...

3Table of Contents
Dimensions ....................................... 55
Index ................................................. 60 

4Location and Function of Controls
BOverview
Location and Function of Controls
aProjection window
bRemote control detector 
cON/STANDBY indicator 
(page 36)
dLAMP/COVER indicator 
(page 36)
eFocus ring (page 14)
fLends shift dial V (page 14)
gLens shift dial H (page 14)
hZoom lever (page 14)
iLamp cover (page 40)
jControl panel keys (page 6)
kConnector panel (page 5)
lSpeakermAir filter cover/Ventilation holes 
(intake) (page 42)
nAdjuster (page 15)
oInteractive Pen detector 
(VPL-SW535C/SW525C only)...

5Location and Function of Controls
Overview
VPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525
VPL-SX535
Input (pages 9, 10)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector 
(RGB/YPBPR)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
bINPUT B (VPL-SW535C/
SW525C/SW535/SW525 only)
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
cINPUT B (VPL-SX535 only)
Video: RGB input connector (RGB)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
dS VIDEO (S VIDEO IN)
Video: S video input connector
Audio: Audio input connector (L 
(MONO)...

6Location and Function of Controls
Others
gRS-232C connector (RS-232C)
RS-232C compatible control connector.
Connects the computer’s RS-232C 
connector and the RS-232C cross cables.
hLAN connector (page 28)
iUSB connector (Type B) 
VPL-SW535C/SW525C only.
jAC IN (∼) socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
Remote Commander
Control Panel Keys
aTurning on the power/Going to 
standby mode
?/1 (On/Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 13)
INPUT key
cOperating a menu (page 17)
MENU key
RESET key...

7Location and Function of Controls
Overview
3Press the D ZOOM + key or the D 
ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the 
enlargement ratio. The image can be 
enlarged up to 4 times.
Press the RESET key to restore the 
previous image.
PIC MUTING key
Cuts off the projected image 
temporarily. Press again to restore the 
previous image. Picture muting helps 
reduce power consumption.
AUDIO MUTING key
Mutes the audio output temporarily. 
Press again to restore the previous 
volume.
VOL U ME  + / – k ey
Adjusts the...

8Location and Function of Controls
aPen tip switch
Functions as the left button of a mouse.
bColor ring
main: blue/sub: gray
cIndicator
When you press the button (main only), 
or touch the pen tip on the screen, this 
indicator lights up. It will not light up if 
battery power is low. In this case, replace 
the batteries.
dButton
Functions as the right button of a mouse 
(main only).
eBattery cover
The battery cover is attached to the 
Interactive Pen Device by a small strap. 
Be careful not to break the...

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
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
 It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1280 × 800 pixels 
(VPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525) or 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-SX535) for the external 
monitor.
Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each...