Sony Projector VPL-SW631C Specifications

							VPL-SW636C  VPL-SW631
VPL-SW631C VPL-SX631
VPL-SW600 Series
VPL-S X 600 Series
Ultra Short Throw Projectors  
						

							VPL-SW600/SX600 Series Ultra Short Throw Projectors are ideal for classroom or corporate use, with simple, 
flexible installation and plenty of interfaces for connection with other devices.
Advanced 3LCD BrightEra™ panel technology by Sony and powerful 3,300 lumen brightness improve the visual 
impact; colors are richer and images are much clearer and show high contrast.
With models offering Dual Pen Interactivity, up to two people can write on-screen at the same time. In 
addition, the VPL-SW636C can be used PC-free, enabling spontaneous interactivity between the presenter and 
participants. When required, any dual-pen input can be saved to a PC as a readable file. These capabilities 
ensure presenter satisfaction and boost participant performance.
In addition, the extended lamp replacement time of up to 10,000 hours allows for synchronized filter and lamp 
maintenance, minimizing costs and reducing downtime.
Sony’s User-friendly Ultra Short Throw 
Projectors Make It Easier for Everyone to 
Collaborate Effectively
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FEATURES 
Installation Advantages
Ultra Short Throw Projection
Each projector is equipped with an ultra-short focal length lens, which makes it possible to project images from 
a very short distance*1.  The presenter is not distracted by the projected image, and the audience can see the 
projected image more easily as this feature minimizes the chance of the presenter casting a shadow on the 
screen.
Fine Lens Shift/Lens Zoom
VPL-SW600/SX600 Series projectors are equipped 
with an optical zoom and lens shift capability.  Using 
this function, the position of the projected image 
can be easily adjusted to the desired settings during 
installation.  Very little effort is required to make 
adjustments after set-up.  This greatly reduces the time 
and hassle of fine-tuning the image position without 
having to physically move the projector or sacrifice 
image quality.  In addition, these projectors ship with 
an original wall mounting from Sony which allows 
adjustment of projector of projector pitch, roll, and yaw.
Wall-mounted Table-mounted Floor standing
Lens shift function
The VPL-SW600/SX600 Series offers installation flexibility so these projectors are ideal for many  different applications.
Simulated images
±3.7% (±3.1%) VPL-SW600 Series  
(VPL-SX631)
±3.7% (±3.1%) ±2.3% (±2.3%)
±2.3% (±2.3%)
With conventional models  
(normal throw) With the VPL-SW600/SX600 Series 
(ultra-short throw)
*1 Minimum distance of 44 cm with the VPL-SX631                            
						

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High Image Quality
3LCD BrightEra™ Natural and Vivid Color Images
Thanks to the optical system constantly projecting three basic colors, the projector offers excellent light efficiency 
and this, ensures colorful and bright images. Sony’s BrightEra panels deliver improved panel light resistance, 
higher resolution, high brightness, and increased panel reliability. High color reproducibility is important especially 
when using colorful content, such as materials typically used in classrooms.
Prism
Mirror
Blue
Green
Red
Mirror
MirrorDichroic Mirror
Lamp
Dichroic Mirror
Lens
Lens
LCD panel
Screen
Various Picture Modes for Optimal Picture Quality
The projector has six available picture modes for correct picture quality: Dynamic, Standard, Presentation, 
Blackboard, etc.  With six picture modes and three brightness modes, you can select the most suitable picture / 
brightness combinations (according to your picture source and environment) to, create an optimal image every 
time.
Dynamic Standard
Emphasizes contrast to produce a dynamic and  
vivid picture. Delivers an image that is natural and well balanced.
Presentation
Blackboard
Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations. Produces an image suitable for displaying on a blackboard.
3LCD Projection System                              
						

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Good TCO, Energy-efficient Design
Long-lasting Lamp
By incorporating a high-performance lamp and 
advanced lamp-control technology, these projectors 
deliver an extremely long lamp replacement time of 
10,000 hours*
1.•	
Lamp Dimming Function
After 10 seconds of a static signal feed, the lamp 
dims by approximately 15%.  After a configurable set 
period of time, this function dims the lamp to as low 
as approximately 30% of original brightness.
Auto Power Saving Function
•	 Auto Mode (Auto Brightness Adjustment Function)
The brightness of the lamp’s output is automatically
adjusted depending on the brightness of the 
projected image, to avoid unnecessary power 
consumption. When showing darker images 
that don’t require high brightness, lamp output 
decreases. 
New Gamma Mode for Rich Colors  
(Picture Mode: Dynamic)
To realize rich color and clear images in a variety of 
content, these projectors include a new and improved 
gamma curve for pictures. There is very obvious 
improvement in picture color (which is much richer) 
and in text and images (with high contrast and 
greater clarity).
Lamp drive 
High
•	 Blank
The VPL-SW600/SX600 Series projectors can 
temporarily disable video signal output. This function 
can be easily operated with just the touch of a 
button on the supplied Remote Commander™ 
unit. In addition, this function allows blank image 
projection with low power consumption using lamp 
control technology.
Lamp Drive Projection
BlankProjection
Normal
condition (100%)
Input 
(image)
Lamp power 100%
85%
(-15%)
30%
(-70%)
  0 sec.        10 sec.            5/10/15/20 min.                       TimeA
Automatically
In use In use
Not in use
Automatically
SlowlyQuickly
(Restart)
B
B BC
Lamp and Filter Synchronized Maintenance
The expected lamp maintenance time for each model 
can reach up to 10,000 hours depending on the 
selected lamp mode, and dust filters require the same 
maintenance interval.  Synchronizing the timing of 
lamp and filter maintenance enables users to reduce 
the numbers of “ladder climbs” for maintenance.
ECO MODE Key
With a single push of the ECO MODE key on either the 
projector or the supplied Remote Commander unit, 
users can select an energy-saving setting from the 
ECO Mode menu.
*1 Approximate recommended period, in low mode. 
Simulated images
New models
Conventional models
VPL-S600 series
10,000 hours
25% up
8,000 hours
Usage condition example :
8 hours per day x 5 times per week x 4 years
Conventional Model
Recommended lamp replacement time*
*The fgures are the expected maintenance time and not 
  guaranteed They will depend on the environment or how 
  the projector is used Lamp mode: low
Complies with IEC61947 standard 
						

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Compatible operating systems: MS Windows, Mac, Android, iOS
Ease of Use
Network Presentation (LAN)
When the projector is installed in a LAN, presentations can be projected from any PC and Mac on the network. 
A tablet or smart phone can be connected at the same time. You can project jpg, pdf, and other supported 
formats. Up to four users can project PC / Mac images simultaneously, while up to eight*
1 users can connect to 
one projector. 
For wireless connection, the IFU-WLM3 is required.
PCCase1 Case2
IFU-WLM3Tablet
Smartphone
PC
LANTablet
Smartphone
Access Point
Remote Control for iPhone/iPad/Android
Projector Remote is a simple remote control 
application for Sony’s projectors. Networked projectors 
can be controlled by this remote application, and 
remote control allows you to operate the projector 
using simple and easy-to-read buttons.
* Projector Remote Application 
Download FREE today.
Projector Remote
USB  Media Viewer
By attaching a USB memory device to the VPL-SW600/
SX600 Series USB connector, users can directly project 
data files stored on this memory device, without 
requiring a PC.
Supported file formats are JPG, BMP, PNG, TIF, and GIF.
USB Display
The projector allows you to display pictures and 
audio* with one USB cable. You do not need to install 
any driver for this function. This is a convenient and 
very easy way to connect to the projector.
* There is a time lag in video and audio. Beyond basic usage, Line-in or HDMI-
in is recommended.
Input Label 
Input label which appear in the input menu on 
screen can be customized.  This gives users a clear 
understanding of which equipment is connected.
Input
- BD Player
- Doc Camera
- Set Top Box
- PC
Wireless Presentation Software
For Windows® / Mac OS: Projector 
Station for Network Presentation
For iOS / Android
™: VueMagic™*2
*1 Up to seven users for wireless.
*2 The application for tablets and smartphones is provided by Pixelworks.   For details, please visit the following website:  
http://PWPresenter.pixelworks.com
VueMagic Network Presentation     
						

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Interactive Function (VPL--SW636C, VPL-SW631C)
The interactive function of the VPL-SW636C and VPL-
SW631C allows presentation files to be controlled using 
an interactive pen. By combining one or two pens and 
the included IPU2 software, you can write and draw on 
the presentation screen. 
Moreover, in the VPL-SW636C’s PC-free interactive 
mode, you don’t even need a connected PC to 
control the on-screen presentation, and you can save 
the data drawn using the projector’s white board 
function. In addition, you can read data from a PC via 
USB connection; this means that, class and meeting 
attendees can spontaneously share their latest 
information with each other during a presentation. 
Clearly, this level of instant interactivity can improve 
class’ performance and ensure high levels of user 
satisfaction.
File control by interactive penDual-pen application
DIMENSIONSUnit: mm (inches)
Cen te r o f t he 
p roject ion  window
Cen ter  of  th e p ro je ctio n  win dow
372  ( 1 4  21/3 2)
109
( 4  
9/32)
9 3 .8
( 3  11/1 6)
3
82  (15  
1/32)
164. 6 ( 6  
15/32)
131.
6
( 5  
3/16)
121. 9
( 4  13/16)
167 
(6  9/16)
157. 3 ( 6  3/16)
153  (6  
1/32)
138  (5  7/16)
CONNECTOR PANELS
Other Features
Closed Captioning
Official teletext broadcasting, developed by the NCI, 
USA
Network and Control
Controls and monitors projector status
Compatible with various control systems
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
LMP-E220Projector Lamp 
(for replacement)
PSS-645Ceiling Mount
IFU-PN250A/250BInteractive Pen Device 
(VPL-SW636C/SW631C only)
IFU-WLM3USB Wireless LAN Module                                        
						

							SPECIFICATIONS
VPL-SW636CVPL-SW631C VPL-SW631VPL-SX631
Display system 3 LCD system
Display device Size of effective 
display area0.59” (15 mm) x 3 BrightEra
Aspect ratio: 16:10 0.63” (16 mm) x 3 BrightEra 
Aspect ratio: 4:3
Number of pixels 3,072,000 (1280 x 800 x 3) pixels
2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) pixelsProjection lens ZoomManual (Approx. x 1.03)
Focus Manual
Lens shift Manual, Vertical: +/- 3.7%, Horizontal: +/- 2.3% Manual, Vertical: +/- 3.1%,  
Horizontal: +/- 2.3%
Throw ratio 0.27:1
Light source Ultra high pressure mercury lamp 225 W type
Recommended lamp replacement time*
14000 H / 6000 H / 10000 H (Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low)
Filter cleaning cycle*1Same time as the lamp replacement is recommended
Screen size 65” to 110” (1.65 m to 2.79 m)70” to 115” (1.78 m to 2.92 m)Light output 
(Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low)3300 lm / 2300 lm*2 / 1900 lm*23300 lm / 2600 lm*2 / 2100 lm*2
Color light output 
(Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low)3300 lm / 2300 lm*2 / 1900 lm*23300 lm / 2600 lm*2 / 2100 lm*2
Contrast ratio (full white / full black)*33000:1
Displayable scanning 
frequency Horizontal
15 kHz to 92 kHz
Vertical 48 Hz to 92 Hz
Display resolution Computer signal 
inputMaximum display resolution: UXGA 1600 x 1200 dots*
4
Panel display resolution: 1280 x 800 dots
Panel display resolution: 1024 x 
768 dots
Video signal input NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/60p*
7, 1080/50p*7
Color system NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL-60
Keystone correction VerticalMax. +4/-1 degrees Max. +/- 5 degrees
OSD language 27-languages (English, Dutch, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Polish, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese, Simplified 
Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic, Farsi, Finnish, Indonesian, Hungarian, Greek, Czech, Slovak, Romanian)
Computer and video 
signal input/output INPUT A
RGB / Y P
B PR input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female), Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack
INPUT B RGB input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female), Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack
INPUT C HDMI input connector: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP support, Audio input connector: HDMI audio support
S VIDEO IN S video input connector: Mini DIN 4-pin, Audio input connector: Pin jack (x2) (shared with VIDEO IN)
VIDEO IN Video input connector: Pin jack, Audio input connector: Pin jack (x2) (shared with S VIDEO IN)
OUTPUT Monitor output connector*
5: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female), Audio output connector*6: Stereo mini jack (variable out)
Control signal input/output, Others RS-232C connector: D-sub 9-pin (male), LAN connector: RJ-45, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, USB: Type-A, Type-B, Microphone input: Mini jack
Speaker 16 W x 1 (monaural)
Operating temperature (Operating humidity) 0°C to 40°C / 32°F to 104°F (20% to 80%; no condensation)
Storage temperature (Storage humidity) -10°C to +60°C / 14°F to +140°F (20% to 80%; no condensation)
Power requirements
AC 100 V to 240 V, 3.5 A to 1.6 A,  50 Hz / 60 HzAC 100 V to 240 V, 3.4 A to 1.5 A, 
50 Hz / 60 Hz AC 100 V to 240 V, 3.3 A to 1.5 A, 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Power consumption
(Lamp mode: High / 
Standard / Low) AC 100 V to 120 V
341 W
 / 274 W*2 / 266 W*2338 W / 271 W*2 / 242 W*2330 W / 261 W*2 / 231 W*2305 W / 261 W*2 / 232 W*2
AC 220 V to 240 V328 W / 245 W*2 /239 W*2324 W / 262 W*2 / 234 W*2320 W / 252 W*2 / 224 W*2294 W / 252 W*2 / 225 W*2
Power consumption 
(Standby Mode) AC 100 V to 120 V
0.5 W (when “Standby mode”  is set to “Low”)
AC 220 V to 240 V 0.5 W (when “Standby mode”  is set to “Low”)
Power consumption
 (Networked Standby 
Mode) AC 100 V to 120 V
5.3 W (LAN), 5.9 W (optional WLAN module), 6.1 W (all terminals and networks connected) (when “Standby mode” is set to “Standard”)
AC 220 V to 240 V 5.6 W (LAN), 6.2 W (optional WLAN module), 6.4 W (all terminals and networks connected) (when “Standby mode” is set to “Standard”)
Heat dissipation AC 100 V to 120 V1163 BTU 1153 BTU1126 BTU1041 BTU
AC 220 V to 240 V 1119 BTU 1105 BTU1092 BTU1003 BTU
Outside dimensions W 372 x H 138 x D 382 mm (W 14 21/32 x H 5 7/16 x D 15 1/32 inches) (\
without protrusions)
Mass (without wall mount) 6.3 kg / 14 lb6.2 kg / 14 lb6.0 kg / 13 lb
Supplied accessories RM-PJ8 Remote Commander (1), Lithium battery: CR2025 (1), AC Power Cord (1), Operation Instructions (CD-ROM) (1), Quick Reference Manual 
(1), Projector Station for Network Presentation application (CD-ROM) (1), Interactive pen device (2) (VPL-SW636C/SW631C only), Size AAA (R03) 
manganese batteries (4) (VPL-SW636C/SW631C only), USB A-B cable (5 m) (1) (VPL-SW636C/SW631C only), Interactive Presentation Utility 2 
application (CD-ROM) (1) (VPL-SW636C/SW631C only)
Replacement lamp LMP-E220
Replacement interactive pen device IFU-PN250A, IFU-PN250B –
*1 These are expected maintenance times and not guaranteed; actual figures depend on the environment and how the projector is used.  *2 The values are estimate.  *3 This value is average.
*4 Available for the VESA Reduced Blanking signal.  *5 Not available in standby.  From INPUT A and INPUT B.  *6 Works as an audio switcher function.  Output from a selected channel; not available in 
standby.  *7 These items are available for digital signal (HDMI input) only.
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