Table of Contents The Information Menu .....29 Overview Location and Function of Controls ..4 Network Main Unit ........4 Using Network Features ....30 Terminals ........5 Displaying the Control Window of Remote Commander and Control the Projector with a Web Panel Keys .........
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Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection ........44 Starting USB Display ....44 Playing Video and Audio ...44 Using the Controller ....44 USB Media Viewer Using USB Media Viewer ....46 Thumbnail Mode ......47 Option Menu .......47 Display Mode ......48 Option Menu .......48 Slideshow Mode ......48...
B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main Unit h Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) (page 56) Caution Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this may cause internal heat buildup. Do not place your hand near the ventilation holes and the circumference as this may cause injury.
Terminals 8 q; Input (pages 8, 10) Note This terminal outputs the projected image only a INPUT A when INPUT A or INPUT B is used. Video: RGB/YP input terminal (RGB/YP Others Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO) g RS-232C terminal (RS-232C) b INPUT B RS-232C compatible control terminal.
Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys Remote Commander d Adjusting the image (page 14) ASPECT key (page 20) KEYSTONE key (page 16) PATTERN key (page 16) INPUT ECO MODE APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key (page 16) MENU RESET Note Use this key when inputting a computer ENTER signal via the RGB input terminal RETURN...
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5 Press the V/v key to select the setting Notes value. *1: Use this key when inputting a 6 Press the ENTER key. computer signal. But it may not be The screen returns to the User screen. used depending on the resolution of For details on ECO Mode settings, see the input signal.
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.
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Notes • 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 terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
USB terminal (Type A) ( For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 40)). Wireless router, access point USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) Computer Notes • Undesignated USB wireless LAN modules do not work. •...
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Notes • 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 terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
Connecting a microphone Microphone ( For connecting a microphone. Microphone (not supplied) Note Only dynamic microphones are supported. Connecting a USB memory device USB terminal (Type A) ( For connecting a USB memory device (“Using USB Media Viewer” (page 46)). USB memory device (not supplied) Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment...
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 “Projection Distance” (page 64) and projected image sizes, see Video equipment Projector...
Adjust the focus, size and position of the projected image (page 14). Adjusting the Projected image Focus Position Focus ring Foot adjust button Front feet (adjustable) Projecting an Image...
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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 1 Press and hold the foot adjust buttons. 2 Lift up the front of the projector to adjust the angle.
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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. 1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation menu.
Turning Off the Power Press 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. Note Do not turn off the projector soon after the lamp lights. It may cause a malfunction of the lamp (does not light ,etc.).
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. operations in step 3 and then press the Press the MENU key to display the ENTER key to register the setting.
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. Presentation: Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations.
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 Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 22). VPL-SW235/SW225: 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size When the computer with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
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Items Item descriptions Adjust Signal Adjusts the image of computer signal. Use this item if the edge of the image is cut and reception is bad. *2 *3 Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality when you press the ENTER key (page 6). Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal.
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Aspect VPL-SW235/SW225 *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect Input signal Recommended setting value and ratio of the original image. projected image *1 *2 *3 Full1 *2: If you select “Full2,”...
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VPL-SX236/SX235/SX226/SX225 *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect Input signal Recommended setting value and ratio of the original image. projected image Full1 *2: If you select “4:3,” the image is projected to fit the projected image size, regardless of the aspect ratio of the image.
The Function Menu The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector. Items Item descriptions Volume The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the value, the lower the audio volume. Mic Volume Adjust the volume of the microphone.
Note *1: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked to verify the projector’s serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.
The Connection/Power Menu The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power. Items Item descriptions LAN Settings IP Address Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the Setup DHCP server such as a router. Manual: To specify the IP Address manually. WLAN Settings WLAN On/Off: Set the wireless output of the USB wireless LAN module (not...
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Items Item descriptions Direct Power On On/Off: When set to “On,” you can turn the power on without going to Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall outlet. With the projector turned off, you can also unplug the AC power cord without going to Standby mode, regardless of the Direct Power On setting.
The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for installing the projector. Items Item descriptions Image Flip HV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally or vertically according to the installation method. Installation Attitude Right Side Up/Upside Down/Link to Image Flip: Change the cooling setting to suit to the installation attitude.
The Information Menu The Information menu is used to check projector status, such as total usage time of the lamp. Items Item descriptions Model Name Displays the model name. Serial No. Displays the serial number. fH/fV Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal. Signal Type Displays the type of the current input signal.
For download or detailed method of using Projector Station for Network Control, please access the following URL. http://pro.sony.com/bbsc/ssr/cat-projectors/resource.downloads Contact your local Sony dealer for detailed information of Projector Station for Network Control. Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Browser Connect the LAN cable (page 9).
3 of this procedure. Note How to operate the Control window If you forget your password, consult with Switching the page qualified Sony personnel. Click one of the Page Switching buttons to display the desired setting page. Confirming the Information regarding the Projector You can confirm the current settings for the projector on the Information page.
Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the Operating the Projector from timing of the email report for lamp a Computer replacement. To reset Lamp Reminder, execute “Lamp Timer You can control the projector from the Reset” on the projector (page 24). computer on the Control page. Maintenance Reminder: Set the timing of the email report for maintenance.
Requires the use of POP Authentication before sending email (POP before SMTP): Check this check box to arrange for POP authentication to be performed before sending e-mail. Incoming Mail Server (POP3): Enter the address of the incoming-mail server (POP3) to be used for POP authentication.
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To use the wireless LAN network, a USB Probe Response ON: Responds to the wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not probe request from the client. supplied) is necessary. Probe Response OFF: Does not respond to the probe request from the client. Click the [WLAN Setting] to open the Network Name (SSID): Displays the WLAN Setting page.
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Encyption Encyption Password Descriptions Type Type WEP 128bit Input 13 ASCII characters WEP 64bit Sets the security method for a password. of the access point to WEP (64bit). MIX (WPA- Input 8-63 ASCII PSK/WPA2- characters for a password. WEP 128bit Sets the security method PSK (TKIP/ of the access point to...
-Default Gateway: Input the default gateway of the projector. -Primary DNS: Input the primary DNS server of the projector. -Secondary DNS: Input the secondary DNS server of the projector. MAC Address: Displays the MAC address for USB wireless LAN module. Setting the Custom Labels for the Input Terminals of the Projector...
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PJ Talk will also be changed. Only four alphanumeric characters can be input. The factory default setting is “SONY.” It is recommended that the community name be changed from the factory setting to avoid unnecessary access to the projector from other computers.
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Only four alphanumeric “53595.” characters can be input. The factory -Timeout: Input the time (seconds) until default setting is “SONY.” It is ADCP communication is terminated in recommended that the community name case it is disconnected. The factory be changed from the factory setting to default setting is “60.”...
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Start PJ Link Service: (f) Reset the network settings. Set PJ Link to enabled or disabled. Items for PJ Link are enabled only when this function is enabled. This function is disabled at the factory setting. -Requires Authentication: Set the authentication for PJ Link to enabled or disabled.
Presentation Function via Network requires installation of Projector Station for Network Presentation (supplied CD-ROM). For information on updates of Projector Station for Network Presentation, visit Sony’s web site: https://www.servicesplus.sel.sony.com/ System requirements for using the application are as follows. Windows XP: Home/Professional...
Start Projector Station for Network Network connection window Presentation. For Windows: Select [Start]-[All Programs]-[Projector Station for Network Presentation] on the computer. For Mac: Double-click [Projector Station for Network Presentation] in Applications folder. Projecting an Image Wireless direct connection window After starting Projector Station for Network Presentation, the connection method selection window appears.
b) Wireless direct connection Item Item descriptions Select or directly input the SSID of the Wireless Input the wireless password projector that the computer is connected Password of the SSID. If open system “ ” to. If the WLAN settings is set to Authentication is used, input “...
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Items Functions Change the application settings. Disconnect from the projector. Select a projection method then start projecting an image. Projection Not projecting an image. method Project in full screen. Project in the left half of the screen. Project in the right half of the screen.
B Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection You can also play video and audio simply by connecting the projector and computer with a USB A-B cable (not supplied). Playing video and audio using USB connection requires to start USB Display. System requirements for using the application are as follows.
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For Mac: Items Functions Start audio/video playback. Pause audio/video playback. Stop audio/video playback (the screen turns black). Display information about USB Display. Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection...
B USB Media Viewer Using USB Media Viewer You can browse image files stored in a USB memory device inserted in the USB terminal of the projector, without using a computer. Supported storage media and file format: • Supported storage media: USB flash memory •...
Thumbnail Mode The image files in the folder are displayed as a thumbnail list. Option menu Press the V/v/B/b key on the remote commander to select an image, then press the ENTER key. The option menu appears in the lower part of the screen. Option Menu You can select the display order of thumbnails and display method of image files.
Display Mode In display mode, you can view a selected image in full screen view. Option menu Press the ENTER key on the remote commander. The option menu appears in the lower part of the screen. Option Menu Items Item descriptions Hide the option menu.
Option Menu Items Item descriptions Hide the option menu. Return to the thumbnail mode (page 47). Display the previous image. Display the next image. Press the V/v key to change the slideshow time interval. Slideshow time interval After 3 seconds, display the next image. After 5 seconds, display the next image.
Flashes in red The projector is in abnormal status. Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes. Address the problem in accordance with the following. If the symptom is shown again, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Flashes twice The internal temperature is unusually high. Check the items below.
Messages List When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in accordance with the table below. Messages Meaning/Remedy Page High temp.! Lamp off in Check the items below. 4, 4, 1 min. • Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. 28, 56 •...
Troubleshooting Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the instructions below. Symptoms Remedy Page The power is not turned 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.
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Symptoms Remedy Page The image is dark/too The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode” 19, 26 bright. affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is appropriate. The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check 29, 54 “Lamp Timer,”...
Loosen the 2 screws on the lamp (1) Notes then pull out the lamp by its grab (2). • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp yourself. • When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it Grab out straight, by holding the designated location.
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Dispose according to applicable local, state/ Note province and federal laws. The power will not turn on if the lamp is For additional information, not secured properly. see www.sony.com/mercury Close the lamp cover and tighten the 1 screw. Replacing the Lamp...
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. Caution If you continue to use the projector even Reattach the air filter cover to the unit.
2.62 m) VPL-SX236/SX235/SX226/SX225 : 60 inches to 110 inches (1.52 m to 2.79 m) Luminous flux VPL-SW235:3,000 lm (Brightness) VPL-SW225:2,600 lm VPL-SX236:3,300 lm VPL-SX235:3,200 lm VPL-SX226:2,800 lm VPL-SX225:2,700 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to “High”) Speaker 16 W × 1 (monaural)
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Items Descriptions INPUT OUTPUT INPUT A RGB/YP input terminal: Mini D-sub 15-pin (Computer/video) female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohms terminated, RGB/P : 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...
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VPL-SW235: consumption 100 V to 120 V AC: 315 W 220 V to 240 V AC: 302 W VPL-SW225: 100 V to 120 V AC: 291 W 220 V to 240 V AC: 281 W VPL-SX236/SX235: 100 V to 120 V AC: 308 W...
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*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. Specifications...
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RGB input terminal (Mini D-sub Pin assignment 15-pin, female) HDMI terminal (HDMI, female) T.M.D.S. T.M.D.S. Video input Power supply Data2+ Clock Shield (red) R input for DDC T.M.D.S. T.M.D.S. Video input Data2 Shield Clock – (green) G T.M.D.S. N.C. Video input Data2 –...
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USB terminal (Type A, female) (4.4 - 5.25 V) Data– Data+ Ground USB terminal (Type B, female) VCC (+5 V) Data– Data+ Ground Specifications...
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Input terminal Acceptable Input Signals fH[kHz]/ Resolution RGB/ fV[Hz] HDMI RGB Computer signal Input terminal 1280 × 800 49.7/60 fH[kHz]/ Resolution RGB/ fV[Hz] HDMI RGB Digital TV signal 640 × 350 31.5/70 Input terminal 37.9/85 Signal fV[Hz] RGB/ HDMI 640 × 400 31.5/70 37.9/85 480i...
Projection Distance The projection distance is the distance between the front of the lens and the surface of the projected image. The following describes the projection distance and height from the center of the lens to edge of screen by each projected screen size. Height H is the height from the bottom of the projected image (top for ceiling mount) to A (determined by drawing a perpendicular line from the center of the lens to projected image surface).
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Projection distance table (VPL-SW235/SW225) Unit: m (inches) Height H from center of lens to edge of Projected image size screen Projection Distance L Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Diagonal D Width × Height Distance L Distance L 60inch (1.52m) 1.29 × 0.81 0.59 (23) 0.08 (3) 0.08 (3)
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Projection distance table (VPL-SX236/SX235/SX226/SX225) Unit: m (inches) Height H from center of lens to edge of Projected image size screen Projection Distance L Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Diagonal D Width × Height Distance L Distance L 60inch (1.52m) 1.22 × 0.91 0.55 (22) 0.00 (0) 0.00 (0)
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Ceiling Installation Height H from center of lens to Center of lens edge of screen Top side Projected image Projection distance L Projection Distance...
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Projection distance table (VPL-SW235/SW225) Unit: m (inches) Height H from center of lens to edge of Projected image size screen Projection Distance L Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Diagonal D Width × Height Distance L Distance L 60inch (1.52m) 1.29 × 0.81 0.59 (23) 0.08 (3) 0.08 (3)
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Projection distance table (VPL-SX236/SX235/SX226/SX225) Unit: m (inches) Height H from center of lens to edge of Projected image size screen Projection Distance L Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Diagonal D Width × Height Distance L Distance L 60inch (1.52m) 1.22 × 0.91 0.55 (22) 0.00 (0) 0.00 (0)
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Index H (Horizontal) .........21 High Altitude Mode .........28 Hue ............19 AC IN ............5 Acceptable input signal ......63 Image Flip ..........28 Adjust Signal ........... 21 Information menu ........29 Air filter ........... 56 Input ............5 Air filter cover/Ventilation holes Installation Attitude .........28 (intake) ..........
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About Trademarks Remote commander ........6 • Adobe and Adobe Acrobat are trademarks Remote control receiver ......4 or registered trademarks of Adobe Replacing the lamp ........54 Systems Incorporated in the United States Reset ............19 and/or other countries. RS-232C ............5 • Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group.