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4-412-942-12 (1)
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Projector
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525
VPL-SX535
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.
© 2011 Sony Corporation
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Table of Contents Overview Network Location and Function of Controls .... 4 Using Network Features ...................28 Main Unit .....................................4 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Connector Panel ........................... 5 Browser ...................................28 Remote Commander and Control Confirming the Information Panel Keys ................................. 6 regarding the Projector ............29 Interactive Pen Device (SW535C/ Op
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Dimensions .......................................55 Index .................................................60 Table of Contents 3
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B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main Unit 1 23 4 qg qk 9 5 8 qh 6 qj 7 m Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) (page 42) n Adjuster (page 15) 0 qa o Interactive Pen detector qs (VPL-SW535C/SW525C only) qd p Security bar Connects to a commercially available qf security chain or wire. a Projection window q Security lock Connects to an optional security cable b Remote control detector manufactured by Kensington. For details, visit Kensington’s web site. c ON/STANDBY indicato
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Overview Connector Panel VPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525 45 1 2 89 4 5 6 7 0 VPL-SX535 1 45 8 4 3 5 6 7 0 e VIDEO (VIDEO IN) Input (pages 9, 10) Video: Video input connector a INPUT A Audio: Audio input connector (L (MONO) AUDIO/R) Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector (RGB/YPBPR) Note Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO) The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO are shared. b INPUT B (VPL-SW535C/ SW525C/SW535/SW525 only) Output (page 12) Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI) Audio: HDMI input connector (H
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h LAN connector (page 28) Others i USB connector (Type B) g RS-232C connector (RS-232C) VPL-SW535C/SW525C only. RS-232C compatible control connector. Connects the computer’s RS-232C j AC IN ( ∼) socket connector and the RS-232C cross cables. Connects the supplied AC power cord. Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys Remote Commander a Turning on the power/Going to standby mode 7 ?/1 (On/Standby) key 4 1 b Selecting an input signal INPUT APA ECO MODE (page 13) 2 6 MENU RESET INPUT key 3 c Op
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Overview 3 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the to select ECO or User mode. enlargement ratio. The image can be ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum enlarged up to 4 times. energy-saving value. Press the RESET key to restore the Lamp Mode: Low previous image. With No Input: Standby With Static Signal: Lamp PIC MUTING key Dimming Cuts off the projected image Standby Mode: Low temporarily. Press again to restore the User: Sets e
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Interactive Pen Device (SW535C/SW525C only) 5 1234 6 a Pen tip switch Functions as the left button of a mouse. b Color ring main: blue/sub: gray c Indicator When you press the button (main only), or touch the pen tip on the screen, this indicator lights up. It will not light up if battery power is low. In this case, replace the batteries. d Button Functions as the right button of a mouse (main only). e Battery cover The battery cover is attached to the Interactive Pen Device by a small str
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Preparation B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes � Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector. � Use the proper cables for each connection. � Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself. � For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting. � Use a no-resistance aud
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Notes � Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them. � The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal. � It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525) or 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-SX535) for the external monitor. Connecting a Video equipment Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are e
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Preparation INPUT A For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector. Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied) YPBPR output connector Audio output connector Video equipment Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied) INPUT B (VPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/SW525 only) For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector. HDMI cable HDMI output (not supplied) connector Video equipment Notes � Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDM
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Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment 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. Audio cable Audio equipment Audio input (stereo mini plug) connector (not supplied) Display equipment RGB input connector Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied only for VPL-SW535/VPL-SX535) Note Projected images and audio can be output. The image is output only as a computer signal input from
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Projecting/Adjusting an Image B Projecting/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 and Lens Shift Range” (page 51). Notes � Due to the characteristics of ultra short throw projector, the image may appear uneven on a projection surface that is not abs
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The method to switch the output varies Open the lens shift cover depending on the type of computer. Open the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver, etc. (Example) + 7 Adjust the focus, size and position of the projected image (page 14). Open the zoom lever cover Open the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver, etc. Adjusting the Projected image Focus Size (Zoom) Zoom lever Focus ring 14 Projecting an Image
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Projecting/Adjusting an Image Position Position (Lens shift) For adjusting lens shift, turn each dial with a flat-bladed * screwdriver, etc. Lens shift dial V Lens shift dial H Adjuster * Do not adjust the lens shift more than the indicated range, otherwise it may cause a malfunction. For details, see “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 51). Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the adjusters You can adjust the height of the projector using the adjusters. By changing the til
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1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation menu. 2 Use 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, the Increase the number narrower the bottom. towards plus Notes � Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated. � Depending on the position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio of the Increase the number i
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Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU Note The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using. 1 Press the MENU key to display the operations in step 3 and then press the ENTER key to register the setting. menu. To return to the selection screen of the setting items, press the B or RETURN 2 Select the setting menu. key. You can press the RESET key to Use the V/v key to select the settin
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The Picture Menu The Picture is used to adjust the picture for each input signal. Items Item descriptions Picture Mode Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and vivid picture. Standard: Provides an image which is natural and well balanced. *1 Presentation : Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations. Living: Provides an image suitable for viewing sports, music, and digital video camera content. Game: Provides an image suitable for viewing games. Cinema: Provides an imag
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Adjustments and Settings Using a 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 *3 Aspect Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 20). When the Full1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without computer changing the aspect ratio of the input signal. signal is Full2: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size changing input the
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Aspect VPL-SW535C/SW525C/SW535/ *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is SW525 projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect ratio of the original image. Input signal Recommended setting value and projected image *1 *2 4:3 Full1 *2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected to fit the projected image size, regardless of the aspect ratio of the image. *1 *2 16:9 Full1 *3: Depending on the input signal, the projected image may be projected as illustrat
