Sony Projector VPL-SW631C User Manual

71Using USB Media Viewer
USB Media Viewer
In display mode, you can view a selected image in full screen view.
Press the ENTER key on the remote commander. The option menu appears in the lower part of 
the screen.
Option Menu
In slideshow mode, you can view images as a slideshow.
Press ENTER key on the remote commander. The slideshow pauses and the option menu 
appears in the lower part of the screen.
Display Mode
Option menu
Items Item descriptions
Hide the option menu.
Return to the thumbnail mode (page...

72Using USB Media Viewer
Option Menu
Items Item descriptions
Hide the option menu.
Return to the thumbnail mode (page 70).
Display the previous image. 
Display the next image. 
Press the V/v key to change the slideshow time interval. 
After 3 seconds, display the next image.
After 5 seconds, display the next image.
After 10 seconds, display the next image.
Press the V/v key to change the slideshow effect. 
The next image appears with tile transition effect.
The next image appears from the left side of...

73Indicators
Others
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Indicators
You can check the projector status or abnormality by checking the lighting/flashing status of 
the ON/STANDBY indicator and WARNING indicator on the front. If the indicators flash in 
red, address the problem in accordance with “Warning indicators and remedies” (page 74). 
Operating status indication 
Indicator statusOperating statusMeaning
Standby The power is supplied to the projector and the 
projector is in a standby mode according to the 
setting....

74Indicators
Warning indicators and remedies
If the indicators flash in a manner other than described above, unplug the AC power cord and 
make sure the ON/STANDBY indicator turns off, then plug the AC power cord into the wall 
outlet and turn on the projector.
If the problem still persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Indicator statusThe number of
flashesMeaningRemedies
Twice The lamp cover is not 
attached securely.Check how the lamp cover is 
attached and install securely.
Three times The...

75Messages List
Others
Messages List
When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in 
accordance with the table below.
MessagesMeaning/RemedyPage
High temp.! Lamp off in 
1 min.Check the items below.
 Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
 Check if the air filter is not clogged.
 Check if the Installation Attitude in the Installation menu is 
set correctly.4, 33, 
82
Frequency is out of 
range!Change the output setting of the connected equipment...

76Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the 
instructions below.
VPL-SW636C/SW631C/SW631/SX631
SymptomsRemedyPage
The power is not turned 
on.Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected. –
When the “Control Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn 
on the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.29
If the lamp or lamp cover is not attached securely, the projector 
cannot be turned on.80
No image. Check if the...

77Troubleshooting
Others
The image is dark/too 
bright.The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode” 
affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is 
appropriate.22, 31
The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check 
“Lamp Timer,” and replace the lamp with a new one if 
necessary.34, 80
“With Static Signal” is set to “On.”  31
During picture muting, the lamp is dimmed to reduce power 
consumption. 31
When video signal is not input, the lamp is dimmed to reduce 
power...

78Troubleshooting
VPL-SW636C only
SymptomsRemedyPage
PC Free Interactive 
function does not work.Check if “Interactive Mode” is set to “PC Free.” 27
Hide the menu. 21
Check if the warning, notification, or other messages appear. –
Cannot draw with the 
PC Free Interactive 
function.Perform calibration with “Calibration” in the Function 
menu.27
Cannot use Mouse 
Mode.Check if the projector and the computer are connected with 
a USB cable.10
Check if “Interactive Mode” is set to “PC Interactive.” 27
Check...

79Troubleshooting
Others
Even though “With 
Static Signal” is set to 
“Lamp Dimming,” it 
does not work.When “Interactive Mode” is set to “PC Free,” “With Statistic 
Signal” will automatically become equivalent to “Off.” Set 
“Interactive Mode” to other than “PC Free” if necessary.27, 31
The PC that is connected 
via USB connector is 
operated by someone.Do not operate while the screen of the computer you are 
operating is not displayed when using Interactive 
Presentation Utility 2 or mouse mode. (The...

80Replacing the Lamp
Replacing the Lamp
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image (page 90).
Use an LMP-E220 projector lamp (not supplied) for replacement.
 The lamp remains hot after the projector is 
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may 
burn your finger. When you replace the 
lamp, wait for at least an hour after 
turning off the projector for the lamp to 
cool sufficiently.
 Do not allow any metallic or inflammable 
objects into the lamp replacement slot...