Sony Projector VPL-VW500ES User Manual

							11Adjusting the Picture Position
Connections and Preparations
Lens adjustment window (test 
pattern)
1.78:1 (16:9)
2.35:1
1.85:1 1.33:1 (4:3)
The dashed lines show the screen sizes of each 
aspect ratio. 
						

							12Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer
Connecting to Video Equipment or a 
Computer
You can enjoy high picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player/
recorder, or PlayStation® equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the unit.
When making connections, be sure to do the following:
 Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
 Use the proper cables for each connection.
 Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or poor 
picture quality. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable 
itself.
 Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
Right side of the unit
AV amplifier
Speakers Equipment with HDMI 
output connectorsComputer
to HDMI output
HDMI cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow Use a high speed HDMI cable on which the cable type logo 
is specified. (Sony products are recommended.) 
						

							13Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer
Connections and Preparations
 Use a high-speed HDMI cable. With a standard HDMI cable, images of 1080p, DeepColor, 3D 
video and 4K video may not be displayed properly.
 When connecting an HDMI cable to the unit, make sure the 
V mark on the upper part of the HDMI 
input of the unit and the v mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position.
 If the picture from equipment connected to the unit with an HDMI cable is not correct, check the 
settings of the connected equipment.
 If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both computer’s display 
and this equipment, the picture of the equipment may not appear properly. Set your computer to 
output the signal to only the external monitor. For details, refer to the computer’s operating 
instructions supplied with your computer. For settings of the computer, consult with the 
manufacturer of the computer.
Notes 
						

							14Projecting the Picture
This section describes how to operate the unit to view the picture from the equipment connected 
to the unit. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste.
Projecting the 
Picture
1Turn on both the unit and the 
equipment connected to the unit.
2Press INPUT to display the input 
palette on the screen.
3Select the equipment from which you 
want to display images.
Press INPUT repeatedly or press M/m/
 (enter) to select the equipment from 
which to project.
Tip
When “Status” is set to “Off” on the Setup   
menu, the input palette does not appear. Press 
the INPUT button to switch between input 
terminals in sequence.
1Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) 
button.
A message “POWER OFF?” appears on 
the screen.
2Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) button 
again before the message disappears.
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in 
green and the fan continues to run to 
reduce the internal heat. First, the ON/
STANDBY indicator flashes quickly, 
during which you will not be able to 
light up the ON/STANDBY indicator 
with the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) button. 
The fan stops and the ON/STANDBY 
indicator changes from flashing green to 
remaining red.
The power is turned off completely, and you 
can disconnect the AC power cord.
Never disconnect the AC power cord while the 
indicator is flashing.
You can turn off the unit by holding the ?/1 
(ON/STANDBY) button for about 1 second, 
instead of performing the above steps.
Projecting
To view the picture fromPress INPUT 
to display
Equipment connected to the 
HDMI 1 connectorHDMI 1
Equipment connected to the 
HDMI 2 connectorHDMI 2
Example: To view the picture from the 
video equipment connected to the HDMI 
1 connector of this unit.
Turning Off the Power
Note 
						

							15Watching 3D Video Images
Projecting
Watching 3D Video 
Images
You can enjoy powerful 3D video images, 
such as from 3D games and 3D Blu-ray 
Discs, using the optional Active 3D Glasses 
(TDG-BT500A).
1Turn on the HDMI equipment for 3D 
compatibility connected to the unit, 
then play the 3D content.
For details on how to play 3D content, 
refer to the operating instructions for the 
connected equipment.
2Turn on the unit and project the 3D 
video image onto the screen.
For details on how to project the image, 
see “Projecting the Picture” (page 14).
3Turn on the 3D glasses, and then put 
them on so that they fit comfortably.
For details on how to use the 3D glasses, 
see “Using the 3D Glasses” (page 15).
Tips
 The factory default setting for ”2D-3D 
Display Sel.” is “Auto” to allow projecting 
3D video images automatically when the unit 
detects 3D signals.
 To convert 3D video images to 2D video 
images, set “2D-3D Display Sel.” to “2D” 
(page 34).
 It may not be possible to display 3D video 
image, depending on the type of signal. Set 
the “2D-3D Display Sel.” to “3D,” and “3D 
Format” to “Side-by-Side” or “Over-Under” 
to suit the format of the 3D content you want 
to watch (page 34).
 Use the 3D glasses within the 
communication range (page 15).
 There are differences in perception of 3D 
video images among individuals.
 When the temperature of the usage 
environment is low, the 3D effect may be 
diminished.
Adjusting/Setting the 3D functions
You can adjust/set the 3D functions by 
pressing the 3D button on the remote control 
or with the “3D Settings” of the Function    
menu. For details, see “3D Settings” 
(page 34).
1Turn on the 3D glasses, and register 
them on the unit.
For details on how to register the 3D 
glasses, refer to the operating 
instructions supplied with the 3D 
glasses.
2Put on the 3D glasses.
3Turn toward the screen.
Precautions for use
Misoperation may occur if:
 The viewing position is too far from the 
projector 
 There are other communication devices, 
such as a wireless LAN (IEEE802.11 b/g/
n) or a microwave with a bandwidth of 2.4 
GHz, near the unit
3D glasses communication range
Figure below indicate the communication 
range of the 3D glasses. If you try to watch 
3D video images from a distance greater 
than the communication range or install the 
unit outside the communication range, the 
3D glasses may not be able to display the 
images properly. Also, the distance varies 
depending on the environment of the room 
and installation environment of the unit.
Notes
Using the 3D Glasses 
						

							16Using the Picture Position
Top or side view
Using the Picture 
Position
You can store up to five combinations of lens 
settings (focus, picture size, picture position) 
and aspect ratio, and you can recall those 
settings.
1Press POSITION.
The Picture Position selecting palette is 
displayed.
2Press POSITION repeatedly, or press 
M/m/  to select the position.
The settings of the position selected is 
recalled.
Store or delete the lens settings and 
aspect ratio in the “Picture Position” of 
the Screen   menu (page 30). 
A position where lens settings and 
aspect ratio are not stored is displayed as 
“---.”
Projector
10 m  10 m 10 m 
10 m  
						

							17Using the Picture Position
Projecting
Image of the lens moving
In the example below, the images with 
aspect ratio of 1.78:1 (16:9) and 2.35:1 are 
projected on a 2.35:1 screen.
 After you have selected and confirmed the 
lens position, the lens starts to move. Do not 
touch, or place anything near, the lens, 
otherwise it may cause injury or a 
malfunction.
 If you press any button on the remote control 
or the unit while the lens is moving, the lens 
stops. In this case, select the lens position 
again or adjust the lens manually.
 The Picture Position function is not 
guaranteed to reproduce the lens settings 
precisely.
 When you use the subtended screen angle of 
two or more aspects using lens zoom, install 
the unit within the specified parameters 
referring to “Projection distance” (page 61). 
With some setting positions, the range of lens 
shift may be restricted, even though the unit 
is installed within the specified parameters.
Notes
When a 1.78:1 (16:9) image is input
When a 2.35:1 image is input
Press the POSITION 
button.
The 2.35:1 image expands to fill the screen. 
						

							18Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal
Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the 
Video Signal
You can select an aspect ratio best suited for 
the video signal received.
Press ASPECT.
Each time you press the button, you can 
select the “Aspect” setting.You can also 
select it using the menu (page 31).ASPECT 
button
Original imageRecommended setting and resultant images
1.85:1
Squeezed 1.85:1
1.85:1 Zoom
2.35:1
Squeezed 2.35:1
2.35:1 Zoom 
						

							19Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal
Projecting
Original imageRecommended setting and resultant images
1.78:1 (16:9)
1.33:1 (4:3)
1.33:1 (4:3) with side panels
Normal
2.35:1
V Stretch
When using an anamorphic lens
16:9
Squeeze
When using an anamorphic lens 
						

							20Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal
 Selectable aspect modes vary depending on 
the input signal (page 58).
 The aspect cannot be selected for an input 
signal from a computer, or an input signal 
with a resolution of 4096 × 2160 (page 53).
Notes on switching the “Aspect” 
setting
 Select the aspect mode taking into account 
that changing the aspect ratio of the 
original picture will provide a different 
look from that of the original image.
 Note that if the unit is used for profit or for 
public viewing, modifying the original 
picture by switching the aspect may 
constitute an infringement of the rights of 
authors or producers, which are legally 
protected.
Original imageRecommended setting and resultant images
Squeezed
Stretch
Notes