4-584-922-06 (1) Video Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Table of Contents Location of Controls Using Network Features Front/Right Side .......................................................... 3 Rear/Bottom ................................................................ 4 Remote Control ........................................................... 5 Displaying the Control Window of the Unit with a Web Browser .................................................................. 35 Operating the Control Window .................................
Location of Controls Front/Right Side The buttons on the control panel function the same as those on the remote control. Control panel Connectors d INPUT button (page 12) g IR IN/IR OUT connector IR IN: Inputs the signals to control the projector. When connecting to the IR IN connector, the remote control detector does not work with the remote control. IR OUT: Outputs the control signals received at the projector to the connected devices.
m REMOTE connector Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control. Rear/Bottom Indicators and remote control detector n ON/STANDBY indicator (page 39) o WARNING indicator (page 39) p Remote control detector (page 6) Others q Lens r Ventilation holes (intake) Note If you look through the projection lens while the unit is projecting, the light may damage your eyes. Take special caution when using the unit around children.
a LIGHT button Illuminates the buttons on the remote control.
Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the unit and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc. Installing the Unit Adjusting the Picture Position The installation distance between the unit and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you use the lens shift features. Install this unit so that it fits the size of your screen.
Note Note Depending on the installation location of the unit, you may not be able to control it with the remote control. In this case, point the remote control at the remote control detector of the unit or the screen. 1 Adjust the lens by using buttons on the remote control or the control panel of the unit. Never make adjustments by directly turning the lens with your hands, which may cause damage or malfunction to the unit.
Side view • Press the RESET button on the remote control while the Lens Shift adjustment window is displayed, the shift position returns to the center of the lens (factory default position). The zoom and focus are not changed. 80% Note When adjusting the picture position, do not touch the lens unit, otherwise your fingers may be pinched by the moving parts. 1 screen height To adjust the horizontal position Press
To adjust the tilt of the installation surface If the unit is installed on an uneven surface, use the feet (adjustable) to keep the unit level. Feet (adjustable) Turn to adjust. Notes • If the unit is tilted up or down, the projected image may be trapezoidal. • Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the feet (adjustable). Lens adjustment window (test pattern) 1.78:1 (16:9) 1.33:1 (4:3) 2.35:1 1.85:1 The dashed lines show the screen sizes of each aspect ratio.
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.
Connecting to a Computer Right side of the unit Computer to monitor output HDMI cable (not supplied) : Video signal flow Use a Premium High Speed HDMI cable on which the cable type logo is specified. Notes • Use a Premium High Speed HDMI cable. If using a cable other than a Premium High Speed cable, 4K video images may not be properly displayed.
. Projecting This section describes how to operate the unit to view a picture from the equipment connected to the unit. It also describes how to switch the screen size according to the picture. Projecting the Picture 1 2 3 Watching 3D Video Images Turn on both the unit and the equipment connected to the unit. 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).
2 Put on the 3D glasses. Using the Picture Position 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 You can store up to five combinations of lens settings (focus, picture size, picture position), aspect ratio, and blanking. These settings can be recalled.
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. Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal You can select an aspect ratio best suited for the video signal received. When a 1.78:1 (16:9) image is input Press ASPECT. Each time you press the button, you can select the “Aspect” setting.You can also select it using the menu (page 25). When a 2.35:1 image is input Press the POSITION button.
Original image (for 16:9 display) 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. Recommended setting and resultant images Normal 1.
Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of video source or room conditions. You can save and use different preset modes for 2D/3D respectively. Press one of the CALIBRATED PRESET buttons. CALIBRATED PRESET buttons Setting items Description CINEMA FILM 1 Picture quality suited to reproducing the highly dynamic and clear images typical of master positive film.
Using the Menus This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the menus. Note The menu displays used for the explanation may be different from the actual menu display. 3 Operation through the Menus The unit is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. If you select an item name followed by an arrow (B), the next menu window with setting items appears. 1 Press M/m to select an item you want to set or adjust and press , or .
Next menu window Setting items 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item. When changing the adjustment level To increase the value, press M/,. To decrease the value, press m/<. Press to store the setting and restore the original menu screen. When changing the setting Press M/m to change the setting. Press to restore the original screen. You can restore the original screen using < depending on the selected item. To clear the menu Press MENU.
Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture. Item names in brackets represent those printed on the remote control. Setting items Description Calib. Preset [CALIBRATED PRESET] You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of video source or the environment. You can save and use different preset modes for 2D/3D respectively. Cinema Film 1: Picture quality suited to reproducing the highly dynamic and clear images typical of master positive film.
Setting items Description Cinema Black Pro Advanced Iris and Laser Setting [ADVANCED IRIS] Dynamic Control: Adjusts the range of the laser light and iris (diaphragm). Full: Automatically adjusts the laser light, iris (diaphragm), and signal processing according to the brightness level of the input source and optimizes the amount of light. This results in a bright and high contrast image. Limited: Compared to “Full,” it suppresses the movement and brightness of the laser light and iris (diaphragm).
Setting items Description Sharpness [SHARPNESS] Sharpens the outline of the picture, or reduces the noise. The higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting, the softer the picture, thus reducing the noise. Expert Setting NR (Noise Reduction) Reduces the roughness or noise of the picture. Auto: Detects the noise level to reduce the roughness or noise of the picture automatically. High/Middle/Low: Select a setting according to the roughness or noise of the input signal source.
Setting items Description Clear White Emphasizes vivid whites. High/Low: You can adjust the “Clear White” effect. Off: The “Clear White” effect is not applied. x.v.Color Set this item when connecting the unit with equipment that supports x.v.Color and playing back an x.v.Color video signal. On: You can play back an x.v.Color video signal. Off: The “x.v.Color” function is not applied. For details on x.v.Color, see “About x.v.Color” (page 41). Tip Setting x.v.Color to “On” disables gamma adjustment.
Advanced Picture Menu You can adjust the gaps in color that have occurred after a long period of use. Setting items Description Auto Calibration Pre Check: Checks the color difference against the factory default settings, before calibration starts. Adjust: Performs Auto Calibration. Before/After: Toggles the factory default settings and the setting after the calibration at a certain frequency. You can check the effect of the calibration by monitoring the actual image.
Screen Menu You can set the picture size, aspect mode, etc. Note These items may not be available, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustment/Setting Items” (page 44). Item names in brackets represent those printed on the remote control. Setting items Description Picture Position [POSITION] You can store up to five combinations of lens settings, aspect ratio, and blanking. After setting the lens (focus, picture size, picture position), select from “1.
Setting items Description Aspect [ASPECT] You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the current input signal (page 14). 1.85:1 Zoom: A 1.85:1 aspect ratio picture is displayed in its original aspect ratio, enlarged so that black bands do not appear at the top and bottom of the projection surface. 2.35:1 Zoom: A 2.35:1 aspect ratio picture is displayed in its original aspect ratio, enlarged so that black bands at the top and bottom of the projection surface are as small as possible.
Setup Menu The Setup menu is used to change the factory preset settings, etc. Setting items Description Status Sets whether or not on-screen messages or menus, etc. are displayed. On: Displays on-screen messages and menus. Off: Turns off the on-screen displays, other than certain menus, a message when turning off the power, and warning messages. All Off: Turns off the on-screen displays, other than certain menus, and a message when turning off the power.
Setting items Description Power Saving Sets the Power Saving mode. Standby: If no signal is input for 10 minutes, power is turned off automatically and the projector goes into standby mode. Off: Disables the Power Saving function. All Reset All settings by the main unit and adjusted data by the connected devices are initialized to their factory preset values.
Function Menu The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the unit. Setting items Description 3D Settings You can change the settings of the 3D function. 2D-3D Display Sel. For Switching the video images to “2D” or “3D.” Auto: Displays 3D video images when HDMI signals with 3D information* are input. Displays 2D video images when other signals are input. 3D: Displays 3D video images according to the 3D system selected in “3D Format.
Setting items Description HDMI Signal Format Switches the video signal formats for 4K. Standard Format: Displays a picture in the standard HDMI format. Normally use this setting. Enhanced Format: Displays a picture in a more detailed HDMI format. Use this setting only when the corresponding devices are used. Tips • A picture or sound may not be output normally when “Enhanced Format” is selected. In this case, set to “Standard Format.” • Set “Enhanced Format” only when the corresponding devices are used.
Items Locked by Settings Lock Group 1 Group 2 Picture menu Setup menu Reset Reality Creation Advanced Iris and Laser Setting Contrast Enhancer Motionflow Contrast Brightness Color Hue Color Temp. Sharpness NR MPEG NR Smooth Gradation Film Mode Gamma Correction Color Correction Clear White x.v.
Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings. Setting items Description Image Flip Flips the picture on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically. H: Flips the picture horizontally. V: Flips the picture vertically. Off: The picture does not flip. Use this item for installation for the rear projection or ceiling installation.
Setting items Description Panel Alignment This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or the picture on the projection surface. On: Adjusts the gaps in the colors selecting “Adjust Item” or “Adjust Color.” Adjust Item: Selects how to make adjustments from below. Shift: Shifts the whole picture and makes adjustments. Zone: Selects the desired range and makes adjustments. Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color.
Setting items Description License Management Manages the activation (validation) status of the license. Activate Licenses: Activates (validates) the available license. Unique Device ID: Displays the ID number of the unit. Tip For details on features activated by “Activate Licenses,” refer to the following web site: https://www.ecspert.sony.
Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, input signal type, and software version. Model name Serial No. Signal type Software version Items Description Model Name Displays the model name Serial No. Displays the serial number. Signal type Displays the resolution of the video which you are watching. When input signals with 3D information are input, the type of input signals and the 3D format are displayed.
Using Network Features 3 Connection to the network allows you to operate the following features: • Checking the current status of the unit via a Web browser. • Making the network settings for the unit. • Network monitoring and controlling with control protocol (Advertisement, ADCP, AMX DDDP (Dynamic Device Discovery Protocol), Crestron RoomView, Control4).
Note Operating the Control Window If you forget your password, consult with qualified Sony personnel. The password will be reset with your permission. Confirming the Information Regarding the Unit Switching the Page You can confirm the current settings for the unit on the Information page. Click one of the Page Switching buttons to display the desired setting page. Page Switching buttons Setting the Access Limitation You can limit a user for accessing any particular page.
Error Handling Troubleshooting If the unit appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Power Symptom Cause and Remedy Page The power is not turned on. Check the indicators. After the AC power cord is connected, it may take about 10 seconds until the unit is ready to be turned on. Wait a while then turn on the unit. 39 – The power is suddenly turned off.
Remote control Symptom The remote control does not work. Cause and Remedy Batteries could be weak. Replace them with new batteries. Page – Insert the batteries with the correct polarities. If there is a light source near the remote control detector, the unit may work improperly or inadvertently. Confirm the position of the remote control detector on the unit. – – Set “IR Receiver” to “Front & Rear” on the Installation menu. Make sure that the cable is not connected to the IR IN connector.
About Indicators The ON/STANDBY or WARNING indicator lights up or flashes if there is any trouble with your projector. ON/STANDBY indicator Flashing/Lighting indicators WARNING indicator The number of flashes Cause and Remedy Three times The unit does not light properly due to an abnormality of the light source and light source power. Turn off, then turn on the power after a while. If the symptom persists, consult qualified Sony personnel. Six times The unit detects a drop impact.
Message Lists Warning messages Symptom High temp.! Light off in 1 min. Cause and Remedy Turn off the power. Frequency is out of range! Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. Frequency is out of range. Input a signal that is within the acceptable frequency range of the unit. 4 43 Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. 4 When using the unit at high altitude, set “High Altitude Mode” to “On.” 26 Projector temperature is high.
Others Updating the Software About the Simulated 3D Feature You can download files to update the software of the unit. Copy the downloaded files to your USB memory, insert the USB memory to the USB terminal of the unit, then perform the update. To use the features updated, insert a USB memory device into a PC connected to the internet. Download the update files from the following Sony website: https://www.pro.sony.eu/ The website also explains how to install the update.
Specifications Item Display System Display device Description Projection system Size of effective display area SXRD 0.74-inch (18.8 mm) × 3 Number of pixels 4096 × 2160 × 3 pixels Motorized Lens (VPLL-Z7013) Throw Ratio 1.27:1 to 2.73:1 F2.9 to F3.9 Shift: ±80% (V), ±31% (H) Projection lens Projection image size Light source 60-inch to 300-inch (1,524 mm to 7,620 mm) Laser diode Accepted digital signals Inputs/Outputs HDMI connectors (HDCP 2.2) REMOTE connector See “Preset Signals” (page 43).
Preset Signals The following table shows the signals and video formats which you can project using this unit. When a signal other than the preset signals shown below is input, the picture may not be displayed properly. Preset memory no. Preset signal (resolution) fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync 5 480/60p 480/60p (Progressive NTSC) (720 × 480p) 31.470 60.000 – 6 576/50p 576/50p (Progressive PAL) (720 × 576p) 31.250 50.000 – 7 1080/60i 1035/60i (1920 × 1035i) 1080/60i (1920 × 1080i) 33.750 60.
Preset memory no. 96 Preset signal (resolution) 4096 × 2160/24p fH (kHz) 4096 × 2160/24p (4096 × 2160) 54.000 fV (Hz) Sync 24.000 – Input Signals and Adjustment/Setting Items The items in the menus available to adjust differ depending on the input signal. The following tables indicate them. The items that cannot be adjusted/set are not displayed in the menu.
Aspect Mode Selectable items vary depending on the type of input signal or 3D format. For details, see the tables below. Items that cannot be selected are not displayed in the menu. 2D Acceptable signals 4096 × 2160 3840 × 2160 1920 × 1080 1280 × 720 720 × 480 720 × 576 Others 76 to 79, 96 74, 75, 93 to 95 7, 8, 12 to 14 10, 11 5, 6 26, 32, 37, 45, 47, 55 – z z z z – 2.
Picture menu Item Storage conditions Calib. Preset For each input connector and 2D/3D Reset For each input connector, 2D/3D, HDR/SDR *1, and Calib. Preset Reality Creation Advanced Iris and Laser Setting Contrast Enhancer Motionflow Contrast Brightness Color Hue Color Temp. D93 - D55, Custom Gain R For each Color Temp. Gain G Gain B Bias R Bias G Bias B Sharpness For each input connector, 2D/3D, HDR/SDR *1, and Calib.
Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range The projection distance refers to the distance between the front of the lens and the projected surface. Projection distance L Front of the lens Projected image The lens shift range represents the distance in percent (%) by which the lens can be shifted from the center of the projected image.
When projecting in 1.90:1 (Native Full Display 17:9) format 1.90 1 Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Diagonal Width × Height Projection distance L VPLL-Z7008 VPLL-Z7013 80" (2.03 m) 1.80 × 0.95 (71 × 37) 1.43 – 1.82 (56 – 71) 2.23 – 4.90 (88 – 192) 100" (2.54 m) 2.25 × 1.18 (88 × 47) 2.70 × 1.42 (106 × 56) 3.37 × 1.78 (133 × 70) 4.49 × 2.37 (177 × 93) 1.80 – 2.29 (71 – 90) 2.17 – 2.76 (86 – 108) 2.74 – 3.47 (108 – 136) 3.67 – 4.65 (145 – 183) 2.81 – 6.14 (111 – 241) 3.
When projecting in 1.78:1 (16:9) format 1.78 Video display area Projection area 1 Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Diagonal Width × Height Projection distance L VPLL-Z7008 VPLL-Z7013 80" (2.03 m) 1.77 × 1.00 (70 × 39) 1.50 – 1.91 (59 – 75) 2.35 – 5.15 (93 – 202) 100" (2.54 m) 2.21 × 1.25 (87 × 49) 2.66 × 1.49 (105 × 59) 3.32 × 1.87 (131 × 74) 4.43 × 2.49 (174 × 98) 1.90 – 2.41 (75 – 95) 2.29 – 2.91 (90 – 114) 2.88 – 3.65 (114 – 143) 3.86 – 4.89 (152 – 192) 2.96 – 6.
When projecting in 2.35:1 format 2.35 Video display area Projection area 1 Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Projection distance L Diagonal 80" (2.03 m) Width × Height 1.87 × 0.80 (74 × 31) VPLL-Z7008 1.49 – 1.89 (59 – 74) VPLL-Z7013 2.33 – 5.10 (92 – 200) 100" (2.54 m) 2.34 × 0.99 (92 × 39) 1.88 – 2.39 (74 – 94) 2.93 – 6.39 (116 – 251) 120" (3.05 m) 2.80 × 1.19 (110 × 47) 2.26 – 2.88 (89 – 113) 3.53 – 7.69 (139 – 302) 150" (3.81 m) 3.51 × 1.49 (138 × 59) 4.67 × 1.
Dimensions Front 32 (1 1/4) 228 (8 31/32) Unit: mm (inches) Top Unit: mm (inches) 750 (29 17/32) L’: The distance between the front of the lens (center) and the front of the cabinet VPLL-Z7008 (optional lens): 159.0 mm (6 1/4 inches) (Tele) to 185.2 mm (7 9/32 inches) (Wide) VPLL-Z7013 (standard lens): 130.2 mm (5 1/8 inches) L’’: 131 (5 5/32) (VPLL-Z7013 (standard lens)) 134 (5 9/32) (VPLL-Z7008 (optional lens)) 197 (7 3/4) 550 (21 21/32) 65 (2 9/16) Bottom 28.6 (1 1/8) 692.7 (27 9/32) 492.
E Index Expert Setting .........................................21 F Numerics 3D glasses 3D glasses communication range ...... 13 Using the 3D glasses ......................... 12 3D Settings 2D-3D Display Sel. (Select) .............. 28 3D Brightness .................................... 28 3D Depth Adjust ................................ 28 3D Format .......................................... 28 Simulated 3D Effect .......................... 28 3D video ................................................
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