Sony Projector VPL-SW631C User Manual

81Replacing the Lamp
Others
4Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place (1). Tighten the 
three screws (2).
The power will not turn on if the lamp is 
not secured properly.
5Close the lamp cover and tighten the 
1 screw.
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 
Function menu then press the ENTER 
key. When a message appears, select 
“Yes” to reset...

82Cleaning 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 73, 59).
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 continue to use the projector even after the message is displayed, dust may accumulate, 
clogging it. As a result, the temperature may rise inside...

83Cleaning the Air Filter
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5Reattach the air filters on the air filter 
holders then put them back in the 
projector.
Be sure to attach the air filters firmly. 
Otherwise, a malfunction may occur.
6Reattach the side cover.
Note
A
B 

84Specifications
Specifications
ItemsDescriptions
Projection 
system3 LCD system
Display device Effective 
display sizeVPL-SW636C/SW631C/SW631: 0.59 inch (15.0 mm), 
3 plate panels, Aspect ratio 16:10
VPL-SX631: 0.63 inch (16.0 mm), 3 plate panels, Aspect 
ratio 4:3
Effective picture 
elementsVPL-SW636C/SW631C/SW631: 3,072,000 pixels 
(1280 × 800 pixels, 3 plate panels)
VPL-SX631: 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 pixels, 3 plate 
panels)
Projection lens Zoom Manual (approx.1.03 times)
Focus Manual
Light...

85Specifications
Others
INPUT 
OUTPUT 
(Computer/
video)INPUT ARGB/YPBPR input terminal: 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 terminal: Stereo mini jack, rated input 500 
mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms
INPUT BRGB input terminal: Mini D-sub 15-pin female, RGB: 0.7 
Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated, Sync signal: TTL level...

86Specifications
*1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals” on page 90.
*2: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of January 2016.Power 
consumptionAC 100 V to 
120 VVPL-SW636C: 341W
VPL-SW631C: 338W
VPL-SW631: 330W
VPL-SX631: 305W
AC 220 V to 
240 VVPL-SW636C: 328W
VPL-SW631C: 324W
VPL-SW631: 320W
VPL-SX631: 294W
Power 
consumption
(standby mode)AC 100 V to 
120 V0.5 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
AC 220 V to 
240 V0.5 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
Power...

87Specifications
Others
*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. 

88Specifications
Pin assignment
HDMI terminal (HDMI, female)RGB input terminal (Mini D-sub 
15-pin, female)
RS-232C terminal (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...

89Specifications
Others
USB terminal (Type A, female)
USB terminal (Type B, female)
1VBUS (4.4 - 5.25 V)
2 Data–
3 Data+
4 Ground
1 VCC (+5 V)
2 Data–
3 Data+
4 Ground 

90Specifications
Acceptable Input Signals*1
Computer signal
Digital TV signal
*4
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.
*4: Only G...