Sony Projector VPL-SX235 User Manual

11Connecting the Projector
Preparation
VIDEO IN 
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
INPUT A
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector.
INPUT C
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo. 
 Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are 
recommended.)
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
Notes
Video...

12Connecting the Projector
Microphone ( )
For connecting a microphone.
Only dynamic microphones are supported.
USB connector (Type A) ( )
For connecting a USB memory device (“Using USB Media Viewer” (page 45)).
OUTPUT
Projected images or input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor or audio 
equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier.
Projected images and audio can be output.
Connecting a microphone
Note
Connecting a USB memory device
Connecting an External Monitor and Audio...

13Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
BProjecting/Adjusting an Image
Projecting an Image
The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install 
the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances 
and projected image sizes, see 
“Projection Distance” (page 62).
1Plug the AC power cord into the wall 
outlet.
2Connect all equipment to the projector 
(page 8).
3Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.
4Turn...

14Projecting an Image
7Adjust the focus, size and position of 
the projected image (page 14).
Adjusting the Projected image
Focus Position
Focus ringFoot 
adjust 
button
Front feet 
(adjustable) 

15Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable)
By changing the tilt of the projector with the foot adjust buttons/front feet (adjustable), you can 
adjust the position of the projected image.
How to adjust the angle
1Press and hold the foot adjust buttons.
2Lift up the front of the projector to 
adjust the angle.
3Release the foot adjust buttons.
4Turn the front feet (adjustable) to set 
the angle of the projector precisely.
 Be...

16Projecting an Image
Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) 
Normally the Keystone feature automatically adjusts the projected image. The Keystone 
feature may not work automatically if the screen is tilted. In this case, set Keystone manually.
1Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote 
commander or select V Keystone in the 
Installation menu. 
2Use the V/v/B/b keys to set the value. The 
higher the value, narrower the top of the 
projected image. The lower the value,...

17Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
1Press the ?/1 key on the unit or the remote commander.
The projector starts shutdown and turns off. If you press the ?/1 key within 10 seconds 
again, shutdown is cancelled.
Do not turn off the projector soon after the lamp lights. It may cause a malfunction of the lamp 
(does not light ,etc.).
2Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.
To turn off without displaying confirmation message
Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds...

18Using a MENU
BAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Using a MENU
The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are 
using.
1Press the MENU key to display the 
menu.
2Select the setting menu. 
Use the V/v key to select the setting 
menu then press the b key or ENTER 
key.
3Select the setting item.
Use the V/v key to select the setting 
menu then press the b key or ENTER 
key.
To return to the selection screen of the 
setting menu, press the B or RETURN...

19The Picture Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Picture Menu
The Picture is used to adjust the picture for each input signal.
*1: When a computer signal is input, this option is available.
*2: The settings in the Picture return to their factory defaults, except for Picture Mode.
*3: When a video signal is input, this option is available.
*4: When the signal without color burst signal is input after selecting “Video” or “S-Video”, this 
option is unavailable.
*5: When an analog TV signal is...

20The Screen Menu
The Screen Menu
The Screen menu is used to adjust the size, position and aspect ratio of the projected image for 
each input signal.
Items Item descriptions
Aspect
*1Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 22).
VPL-SW235/SW225: 
When the computer 
signal is input4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size 
with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size 
with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Full 1:...