4-693-530-13 (1) Video Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual, supplied Quick Reference Manual, and Safety Regulations thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Table of Contents Main Unit .................................................................... 3 Control Panel/Connecters/Projection Window ........... 4 Remote Control ........................................................... 5 Operating the Control Window ................................. 30 Switching the Page ............................................... 30 Setting the Access Limitation .............................. 30 Confirming the Information Regarding the Unit ...............................
Location of Controls Main Unit a Ventilation holes (exhaust) f Side covers (page 10) b Top cover (page 10) g Feet (adjustable) (page 8) c Remote control detector (page 6) h Air filter (Ventilation holes (intake)) (page 35) d LED indicator (page 6) / WARNING1 indicator (page 31) i Ventilation holes (intake) e WARNING2 indicator (page 31) 3
Control Panel/Connecters/Projection Window a ?/1 (On/Standby) button (page 6) l AC IN socket b INPUT button (page 12) m HDMI 3/HDMI 4 connectors (page 9) c MENU button (page 15) n Projection window (lens) Projects a video from this window. d M/m/
a LIGHT button Illuminates the buttons on the remote control.
Connections and Preparations Installing the Unit Adjusting the Projection Image The installation distance between the unit and a projection surface varies depending on the projection size. Install this unit so that it fits the desired projection size. For details on the distance between the unit and the projection surface (the projection distance) and the size of projected video, see “Installation Distance and Projection Image Size” (page 44).
3 Check if the upper side and lower side of the picture are parallel. If not, install the unit in a position parallel to the projection surface (a=b). Image distortion Image distortion Feet adjustment Installation state to the projection surface (Top view) a Side view b a>b c > 90° a b a
To adjust the horizontal position When pressing the
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.
Attaching the Top Cover Attaching the Side Covers Place the top cover on the top of the unit, and align the left and right position. After attaching the top cover, place the side covers by hooking the holes of the side covers to the tabs on the side of the unit. Note Make sure that all 4 holes are hooked to the tabs. Hole Tab Using the top cover Slide the top cover by the pull on the center of the top cover.
2 Attach a safety rivet to the unit. Rivet (supplied) 3 Attach the side covers. Note When installing the unit on a ceiling, do not attach the top cover.
Projecting the Picture and Adjusting the Screen Projecting the Picture 1 Turn on both the unit and the equipment connected to the unit. 2 Press INPUT to display the input palette on the projection surface. 3 Select the equipment from which you want to display images. Press INPUT repeatedly or press M/m/ to select the equipment. Projects the picture from the selected equipment.
Using the 3D Glasses 1 2 Selecting the Aspect Ratio Turn 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. Each time you press the ASPECT button, the “Aspect” setting switches.You can also select it using the menu (page 22). Put on the 3D glasses. Precautions for use Misoperation may occur if: • The viewing position is too far from the projector.
Original image (for 16:9 display) Recommended setting and resultant images Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode Normal With the CALIBRATED PRESET buttons, 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. 1.78:1 (16:9) 1.33:1 (4:3) CALIBRATED PRESET buttons 1.
Using the Menus Note The menu displays used for the explanation may be different from the actual menu display. Pop-up menu Operation through the Menus Setting items 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 MENU. The menu window appears. Setting menu 2 Press M/m to select a menu item, and press , or .
When changing the setting Press M/m to change the setting. Press to return to the original screen. You can return to the original screen using < depending on the selected item. To clear the menu Press MENU. To reset the picture that has been adjusted Select “Reset” from the Picture menu. When the screen display appears, select “Yes” using < and press .
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 Motionflow [MOTIONFLOW] Smooth High: Provides smoother picture movement; especially effective for film-based content. Smooth Low: Provides smoother picture movement for standard use. True Cinema: Images, such as a movie created in 24 frames per second, are reproduced at the original framerate. Off: The “Motionflow” function is not applied. Tips • Select “Off” if the selected “Smooth High,” “Smooth Low,” or “True Cinema” results in a distorted picture.
Setting items Description Smooth Gradation Smooths the gradation of the flat parts of images. High/Middle/Low: You can adjust the smooth gradation effect. Off: The smooth gradation function is not applied. Film Mode According to the film source you have selected, make a setting for playback. Auto: Suitable for reproducing the original picture movement. Normally, set this to “Auto.” Off: Plays back the picture in progressive format without detecting video signals automatically.
Setting items Color Space [COLOR SPACE] Description Converts the color space. BT.709: An ITU-R BT.709 color space, which is used for high-definition television broadcast or Blu-ray Disc. The color space is equivalent to sRGB. BT.2020: The color space suited for watching images with BT.2020, such as HDR content. Color Space 1: The color space suited for watching TV programs and video images, such as sport, concerts, etc.
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 39). Item names in brackets represent those printed on the remote control. Setting items Description Aspect [ASPECT] You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the current input signal (page 13). 1.85:1 Zoom: A 1.
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.
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: Use this setting when the HDMI format with a wider band frequency is 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.
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. Use this item for installation for the rear projection or ceiling installation. HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically. H: Flips the picture horizontally. V: Flips the picture vertically. Off: The picture does not flip.
Setting items Description Reset: Returns to the factory settings. Preset: The optimized data has been preset. Note Depending on the adjustments made above, colors may become uneven or the resolution may change. Flange Back Correction Adjust the focus by pressing the M/,/ m/< buttons. Tips • This function is different from the lens focus. • Normally, there is no need to adjust according to the installation environment. Use this item for installation in a special environment.
Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, input signal type, and 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. Software Version Displays the software version.
Network Features 3 Connecting 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). When connecting by the IPv6 address http://[xxxx:xxxx:- xxxx] You can confirm the IP address of the unit under “Network Setting” on the Installation menu.
The default password “Projector” cannot be set as a new password. Operating the Control Window Note If you forget your password, consult with qualified Sony personnel. The password will be reset with your permission. Switching the Page Confirming the Information Regarding the Unit Click one of the Page Switching buttons to display the desired setting page. You can confirm the current settings for the unit on the Information page.
Error Handling About Indicators The WARNING1 or WARNING2 indicator lights up or flashes if there is any trouble with your projector. WARNING1 WARNING2 Flashing/Lighting indicators The number of flashes Three times Six times (Flashes in red) Twice Both indicators flash (Flashes in red) (Flashes in red) Three times Cause and Remedy The light source does not light properly due to an abnormality of the light source or light source power. Turn off, then turn on the power after a while.
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 and the air filter is not clogged. (page 3, 35) Input a signal that is within the acceptable frequency range of the unit. (page 38) Projector temperature is high. High Altitude Mode should be “On” if Projector is being used at high altitude.
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 The power is not turned on. Cause and Remedy Check the indicators. (page 31) 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. The power is suddenly turned off.
3D video images Symptom The video image does not seem like 3D video images. Cause and Remedy Check if the 3D glasses are turned on. (page 13) Make sure that the battery in the 3D glasses is sufficiently charged. Set “2D-3D Display Sel.” to “Auto” or “3D.” (page 24) Check if the input signals are compatible 3D signals. (page 40) The 3D signals may not be input depending on the specifications of the connected AV selector/AV amplifier/external equipment.
Maintenance Cleaning the Air Filter Cleaning Clean the air filter regularly, preferably once a year. 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. Cleaning the cabinet • To remove dust from the cabinet, wipe gently with the supplied cleaning cloth or a dry soft cloth.
Others Updating the Software 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 update the software of the unit, your PC must be able to connect to the Internet. Download the update files from the following Sony website: http://www.pro.sony.eu/ The website also explains how to install the update. Note Some USB memories may not be supported for use.
Specifications Item Display System Display device Projection lens Description Projection system Size of effective display area SXRD 0.74-inch (18.8 mm) × 3 Number of pixels Zoom 4096 × 2160 × 3 pixels Powered Focus Shift Powered Powered Projection image size Light source 80-inch to 120-inch (2,030 mm to 3,050 mm) Laser diode Accepted digital signals Inputs/Outputs HDMI connectors (HDCP 2.2) REMOTE connector See “Preset Signals” (page 38).
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. Preset signal (resolution) fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync 95 3840 × 2160/30p 3840 × 2160/30p (3840 × 2160) 67.433 29.970 – 96 4096 × 2160/24p 4096 × 2160/24p (4096 × 2160) 54.000 24.
Input signal Item Component signal Video GBR signal Computer signal z z z Color Space z: Can be adjusted/set –: Cannot be adjusted/set Screen menu Input signal Item Aspect*1 Component signal Video GBR signal (excluding preset memory numbers 76 to 79 and 96) z z (excluding preset memory numbers 78, 79 and 96) Computer signal – z: Can be adjusted/set –: Cannot be adjusted/set *1: For further details, refer to the tables in “Aspect Mode” (page 42).
3D Signals and Adjustment/Setting Items Some items on the menus may not be available to adjust/set, depending on the 3D signals. The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed on the menu. The following tables indicate those items. Item 3D signals 720/60p, 720/50p 1080/60i, 1080/50i 1080/24p 1080/60p, 1080/50p Reality Creation z z z z Laser Light Setting*1 z z z z Motionflow z z z z NR – – – – MPEG NR – – – – Smooth Gradation – – – – Film Mode – z – – x.v.
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, 50, 55 1.85:1 Zoom – z z z z – 2.
Picture menu Item Storage conditions Calib. Preset For each input connector and preset signal Reset For each input connector and Calib. Preset Reality Creation Laser Light 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 and Calib. Preset NR MPEG NR Smooth Gradation Film Mode Gamma Correction Color Correction Clear White x.v.Color HDR Color Space BT.
Installation Distance and Projection Image Size L1: Distance from a projection surface to the rear of the unit L2: Distance from a projection surface to the front of the unit H: Distance from the installation surface to the bottom of the screen W: Horizontal width of the screen W L2 H L1 When projecting in 1.90:1 (Native Full Display 17:9) format 1.
Formula 1 (calculates an installation distance from a projection image size) Formula 3 (calculates a distance from the installation surface to the bottom of a projection image) Unit: cm (inches) Unit: cm (inches) Projection image size Projection image size L1 = 0.2219 × W - 36.9398 (L1 = 0.2219 × W - 14.5432) H = 0.1213 × W + 16.0372 (H = 0.1213 × W + 6.3139) L2 = 0.2219 × W + 10.0602 (L2 = 0.2219 × W + 3.
Dimensions Front Unit: mm (inches) With side covers 218.5 (8 19/32) 215.1 (8 15/32) Top Unit: mm (inches) With top cover and side covers 925 (36 13/32) 493.8 (19 7/16) 489.8 (19 9/32) 470 (18 1/2) 901.6 (35 1/2) Bottom 41.8 (1 21/32) 420.5 (16 9/16) 420.5 (16 9/16) 20 (25/32) 41.8 (1 21/32) 410.5 (16 5/32) 410.5 (16 5/32) 46 391.8 (15 7/16) 391.8 (15 7/16) 234.8 (9 1/4) Unit: mm (inches) 41.
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