Sony Projector VPL-SW535C User Manual

41Replacing the Lamp
Others
3Loosen the 2 screws on the lamp then 
pull out the lamp by its grab.
4Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place. Tighten the 
2 screws.
5Close the lamp cover and tighten the 
1 screw.
Be sure to install the lamp securely as it 
was. If not, the projector cannot be turned 
on.
6Connect the AC power cord to a wall 
outlet and turn on the projector.
7Reset the lamp timer for notification of 
the next replacement time.
Select “Lamp Timer Reset” on the...

42Cleaning the Air Filter
Cleaning the Air Filter
When a message appears on the projected image indicating time for a filter cleaning, clean the 
air filter (pages 36, 37).
If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter even after cleaning, replace the air filter with 
a new one.
For details on a new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the 
temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible...

43Cleaning the Air Filter
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4Reattach the air filter cover to the unit.
Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly. 
If not, the projector cannot be turned on.
Note
A
B 

44Specifications
Specifications
ItemsDescriptions
ModelVPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525/VPL-SX535
Projection system 3 LCD system
Display device Effective display 
sizeVPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525: 0.75 inch 
(19.0 mm), 3 plate panels, Aspect ratio 16:10
VPL-SX535: 0.63 inch (16.0 mm), 3 plate panels, Aspect 
ratio 4:3
Effective picture 
elementsVPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525: 
3,072,000 pixels (1280 × 800 pixels, 3 plate panels)
VPL-SX535: 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 pixels,
 3 plate panels)
Projection...

45Specifications
Others
INPUT OUTPUT 
(Computer/video)INPUT ARGB/YPBPR input connector: Mini D-sub 15 pin 
female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 
ohms terminated, RGB/P
BPR: 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms 
terminated, Sync signal: TTL level high impedance, 
positive/negative
Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack, rated input 
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms
INPUT B
(VPL-SW535C/
SW525C/
SW535/SW525 
only)HDMI input connector: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP, HDMI 
audio support
INPUT B...

46Specifications
*1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals*1” on page 49.
*2: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of March 2012.
*3: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local 
Sony Authorized Dealer.
Design and specifications of the unit, including the optional accessories, are subject to change 
without notice.Power 
consumptionVPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525:
100 V to 120 V AC: 290 W
220 V to 240 V AC: 280 W...

47Specifications
Others
Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE 
FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, 
COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT 
OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING 
THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR 
ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER. 

48Specifications
Pin assignment
HDMI connector (HDMI, female) RGB input connector (Mini D-sub 
15-pin, female)
RS-232C connector (D-Sub 9-pin, 
male)
1 T.M.D.S. 
Data2+11 T.M.D.S. 
Clock Shield
2 T.M.D.S. 
Data2 Shield12 T.M.D.S. 
Clock –
3 T.M.D.S. 
Data2 –13 N.C.
4 T.M.D.S. 
Data1+14 RESERVED 
(N.C.)
5 T.M.D.S. 
Data1 Shield15 SCL
6 T.M.D.S. 
Data1 –16 SDA
7 T.M.D.S. 
Data0+17 DDC GND
8 T.M.D.S. 
Data0 Shield18 +5V Power
9 T.M.D.S. 
Data0 –19 Hot Plug 
Detect
10 T.M.D.S. 
Clock+
1
2 19
18
1 Video input...

49Specifications
Others
USB connector (Type B, female)
Acceptable Input Signals*1
Computer signal
1 VCC (+5 V)
2 Data-
3 Data+
4 Ground
Signal
VPL-
SW535C/
SW525C/
SW535/
SW525
VPL-SX535
Input 
connectorInput 
connector
RGB/
YPBPRHDMIRGB/
YPBPRRGB
VGA-1 
(VGA350)
zzz
VESA 85 
(VGA350)zzz
VGA-2 (TEXT)/
VESA70zzz
VESA 85 
(VGA400)zzz
VESA 60zzzz
Mac 13zzz
VESA 72zzz
VESA 75 
(IBM M3)zzz
VESA 85 
(IBM M4)zzz
800 × 600 
VESA 56zzz
800 × 600 
VESA 60zzzz
800 × 600 
VESA 72zzz
800 × 600 VESA 
75 (IBM M5)zzz...

50Specifications
Digital TV signal Analog TV signal
*1:  When a signal other than the signals listed 
in table is input, the picture may not be 
displayed properly.
 An input signal meant for screen 
resolution different from that of the panel 
will not be displayed in its original 
resolution. Text and lines may be uneven.
*2: This is identified as a movie delivery signal 
of 720/60p.
*3: This is identified as a movie delivery signal 
of 1080/60p.
Signal
VPL-SW535C/
SW525C/
SW535/SW525VPL-SX535
Input...