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Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. © 2016 Sony Corporation 4-689-816-12 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435 VPL-EX575/EX570/EX455/EX450/EX435/EX430 Not all models are available in all countries and area.
Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. © 2016 Sony Corporation 4-689-816-12 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435 VPL-EX575/EX570/EX455/EX450/EX435/EX430 Not all models are available in all countries and area.
Operating Instructions
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...Contents Overview Location and Function of Controls .... 4 Main Unit 4 Terminal 5 Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys 7 Preparation Connecting the Projector 9 Connecting a Computer 9 Connecting a Video equipment 11 Connecting a HDBaseTTM equipment 13 Connecting a microphone .......... 15 Connecting a USB ...Information Menu 35 Network Using Network Features 36 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Browser 36 Confirming the Information regarding the Projector 37 Operating the Projector from a Computer 38 Using the e-mail report Function 38 Setting the LAN ...
...Contents Overview Location and Function of Controls .... 4 Main Unit 4 Terminal 5 Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys 7 Preparation Connecting the Projector 9 Connecting a Computer 9 Connecting a Video equipment 11 Connecting a HDBaseTTM equipment 13 Connecting a microphone .......... 15 Connecting a USB ...Information Menu 35 Network Using Network Features 36 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Browser 36 Confirming the Information regarding the Projector 37 Operating the Projector from a Computer 38 Using the e-mail report Function 38 Setting the LAN ...
Operating Instructions
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... Connection Settings 49 Using the Controller 50 One-Click projecting function ....50 Option format 51 Use Projector Station for Network Presentation without installing it to the computer 52 Error code list of Projector Station for Projector Station for Network Presentation 53 Index 97 Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Playing Video and...
... Connection Settings 49 Using the Controller 50 One-Click projecting function ....50 Option format 51 Use Projector Station for Network Presentation without installing it to the computer 52 Error code list of Projector Station for Projector Station for Network Presentation 53 Index 97 Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Playing Video and...
Operating Instructions
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...remote commander toward the Remote Control Receiver. • The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the Remote Control Receiver on the projector. 8 Location and Function of Controls User Lamp Mode Constant Brightness Auto Power Saving With No Input With Static Signal Standby Mode :Sel... 5 Press the V/v key to "Low." But it may not be used depending on the resolution of the input signal. *2: VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/ EW435/EX575/EX455/EX435 only. *3: Use this key when inputting a computer signal.You cannot use this key when inputting a computer signal. The setting items...
...remote commander toward the Remote Control Receiver. • The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the Remote Control Receiver on the projector. 8 Location and Function of Controls User Lamp Mode Constant Brightness Auto Power Saving With No Input With Static Signal Standby Mode :Sel... 5 Press the V/v key to "Low." But it may not be used depending on the resolution of the input signal. *2: VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/ EW435/EX575/EX455/EX435 only. *3: Use this key when inputting a computer signal.You cannot use this key when inputting a computer signal. The setting items...
Operating Instructions
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... supplied) Notes • The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435. • In screen setting of picture signals or cause a malfunction. VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435: 1280 × 800 pixels - B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes • Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting...
... supplied) Notes • The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435. • In screen setting of picture signals or cause a malfunction. VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435: 1280 × 800 pixels - B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes • Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting...
Operating Instructions
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... HDMI terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435. • 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 a USB...
... HDMI terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435. • 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 a USB...
Operating Instructions
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Connecting a Video equipment Connections with an S-video output terminal. Connecting the Projector 11 Preparation USB terminal (Type A) ( ) For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU... BD player are explained for the access point to connect to. For details, see "Setting the WLAN Network of the projector" (page 39). Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied) Computer Audio output terminal S video output terminal... connecting/disconnecting the USB wireless LAN module, make sure that the projector is in Standby mode (Standby Mode: "Low"), or the AC power cord is available only on...
Connecting a Video equipment Connections with an S-video output terminal. Connecting the Projector 11 Preparation USB terminal (Type A) ( ) For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU... BD player are explained for the access point to connect to. For details, see "Setting the WLAN Network of the projector" (page 39). Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied) Computer Audio output terminal S video output terminal... connecting/disconnecting the USB wireless LAN module, make sure that the projector is in Standby mode (Standby Mode: "Low"), or the AC power cord is available only on...
Operating Instructions
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...terminal Audio output terminal Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 - HDMI cable (not supplied) Video equipment HDMI output terminal 12 Connecting the Projector INPUT C/INPUT D For connecting video equipment with a video output terminal. INPUT A For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output terminal. stereo... mini plug) (not supplied) Note The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435. stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Video equipment Audio output terminal Video output terminal Video cable (not supplied)...
...terminal Audio output terminal Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 - HDMI cable (not supplied) Video equipment HDMI output terminal 12 Connecting the Projector INPUT C/INPUT D For connecting video equipment with a video output terminal. INPUT A For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output terminal. stereo... mini plug) (not supplied) Note The audio input terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435. stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Video equipment Audio output terminal Video output terminal Video cable (not supplied)...
Operating Instructions
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... STP type (CAT5e or higher, straight, not supplied) HDBaseT transmitter (not supplied) HDMI cable (not supplied) Notes for connecting this projector is specified. (Sony products are recommended.) • The HDMI terminal of the cable will not be achieved, and image or sound may break up or you...8226; Connect the cable directly to perform wiring. Preparation Notes • Audio output from the HDMI terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435. • Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo. • Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which ...
... STP type (CAT5e or higher, straight, not supplied) HDBaseT transmitter (not supplied) HDMI cable (not supplied) Notes for connecting this projector is specified. (Sony products are recommended.) • The HDMI terminal of the cable will not be achieved, and image or sound may break up or you...8226; Connect the cable directly to perform wiring. Preparation Notes • Audio output from the HDMI terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/ EX575/EX455/EX435. • Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo. • Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which ...
Operating Instructions
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... problems caused by other cables (especially the power cable). • When installing multiple cables, do not bind them . 14 Connecting the Projector If there is a transit connector between them and keep the running parallel distance as short as possible. • The transmittable distance of noise... Wireless router HDBaseT transmitter (not supplied) LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or higher, straight, not supplied) Notes • HDBaseT is available only on VPL-EW578. • If you are using a network, make sure "HDBaseT/LAN terminal" is set to "HDBaseT" (page 31). • Connect this...
... problems caused by other cables (especially the power cable). • When installing multiple cables, do not bind them . 14 Connecting the Projector If there is a transit connector between them and keep the running parallel distance as short as possible. • The transmittable distance of noise... Wireless router HDBaseT transmitter (not supplied) LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or higher, straight, not supplied) Notes • HDBaseT is available only on VPL-EW578. • If you are using a network, make sure "HDBaseT/LAN terminal" is set to "HDBaseT" (page 31). • Connect this...
Operating Instructions
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...RGB input terminal Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Notes • The audio output terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435. • Projected images and audio can be output. • Projected images can be output from INPUT A and INPUT...equipment such as a monitor or audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier. Connecting the Projector 15 Preparation Microphone (not supplied) Notes • The microphone input is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/EX455/ EX435. • Only dynamic microphones are supported.
...RGB input terminal Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Notes • The audio output terminal is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/ EX455/EX435. • Projected images and audio can be output. • Projected images can be output from INPUT A and INPUT...equipment such as a monitor or audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier. Connecting the Projector 15 Preparation Microphone (not supplied) Notes • The microphone input is available only on VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/EX455/ EX435. • Only dynamic microphones are supported.
Operating Instructions
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...an Image Computer 6 When projecting a computer image, switch your computer's output to display the menu for switching input signal on the projector to external display. For details on projection distances and projected image sizes, see "Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection, see "...Projection Distance" (page 76). *The display image is VPL-EW578. 35 Projector 4 2 Video equipment 1 Wall outlet 6 1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet. 2 Connect all equipment to the projector (page 9). 3 Press the ?/1 key to switch the output varies depending on...
...an Image Computer 6 When projecting a computer image, switch your computer's output to display the menu for switching input signal on the projector to external display. For details on projection distances and projected image sizes, see "Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection, see "...Projection Distance" (page 76). *The display image is VPL-EW578. 35 Projector 4 2 Video equipment 1 Wall outlet 6 1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet. 2 Connect all equipment to the projector (page 9). 3 Press the ?/1 key to switch the output varies depending on...
Operating Instructions
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.... Notes • Be careful not to set the angle of the projector precisely. You can adjust the position of the projected image. Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) By changing the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) extended. 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. 3 Release the foot adjust buttons. 4 Turn the front feet (adjustable) to let the projector down on your fingers. • Do not push hard on the remote commander to change the...
.... Notes • Be careful not to set the angle of the projector precisely. You can adjust the position of the projected image. Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) By changing the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) extended. 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. 3 Release the foot adjust buttons. 4 Turn the front feet (adjustable) to let the projector down on your fingers. • Do not push hard on the remote commander to change the...
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... V/v/B/b key to adjust the display position. 㩷 㩷 Note If the shrinking rate is different from the panel display resolution of this projector, it . 1 Select "Rid. If the projector is projecting an image with a resolution that is set to display the shift adjustment menu and adjust the display position of the projected...
... V/v/B/b key to adjust the display position. 㩷 㩷 Note If the shrinking rate is different from the panel display resolution of this projector, it . 1 Select "Rid. If the projector is projecting an image with a resolution that is set to display the shift adjustment menu and adjust the display position of the projected...
Operating Instructions
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ECO gauge 22 Projecting an Image It may cause a malfunction of the projector's ECO function. (For details on , the confirmation message will be displayed and may take a longer time for a few seconds (page 62). ECO gauge This gauge ... turn off . Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key on the unit for the unit to how much energy is cancelled. The projector starts shutdown and turns off the projector soon after the lamp is turned on the ECO function, see "ECO MODE key" (page 8) and "ECO" (page 32).) The leaf icons...
ECO gauge 22 Projecting an Image It may cause a malfunction of the projector's ECO function. (For details on , the confirmation message will be displayed and may take a longer time for a few seconds (page 62). ECO gauge This gauge ... turn off . Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key on the unit for the unit to how much energy is cancelled. The projector starts shutdown and turns off the projector soon after the lamp is turned on the ECO function, see "ECO MODE key" (page 8) and "ECO" (page 32).) The leaf icons...
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... projected image to the value where looks clearest. The lower the value, the narrower the horizontal image elements (pitch). Notes *1: • Note that if the projector is used for profit or for "Pitch" will not work properly and a part of the image may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors...
... projected image to the value where looks clearest. The lower the value, the narrower the horizontal image elements (pitch). Notes *1: • Note that if the projector is used for profit or for "Pitch" will not work properly and a part of the image may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors...
Operating Instructions
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... "Off." On/Off: When set to "On," speaker outputs sound. Notes *1: VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/EX455/EX435 only. *2: The maximum available mic volume is set to "On," APA functions automatically when a signal is powered on the screen when the projector is input.*3 CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select... of the microphone.*2 On/Off: When set by the value of "Volume." *3: APA functions when a computer signal is used for setting various functions of the projector. When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 66).
... "Off." On/Off: When set to "On," speaker outputs sound. Notes *1: VPL-EW578/EW575/EW455/EW435/EX575/EX455/EX435 only. *2: The maximum available mic volume is set to "On," APA functions automatically when a signal is powered on the screen when the projector is input.*3 CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select... of the microphone.*2 On/Off: When set by the value of "Volume." *3: APA functions when a computer signal is used for setting various functions of the projector. When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 66).
Operating Instructions
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... 3 Input a new password with the password. 30 The Operation Menu When it is set to "On," locks all the control panel keys of the projector to "Off" and enables operation of all keys on . • Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during Standby mode. On/Off...: When set to authorized users by using the menu or the remote commander. If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will provide you with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. 4 Enter the password again to "...
... 3 Input a new password with the password. 30 The Operation Menu When it is set to "On," locks all the control panel keys of the projector to "Off" and enables operation of all keys on . • Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during Standby mode. On/Off...: When set to authorized users by using the menu or the remote commander. If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will provide you with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. 4 Enter the password again to "...
Operating Instructions
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..., Ethernet, and RS-232C. Access Pt./Client *4: Changes modes for WLAN. *5 HDBaseT setting Sets the function of the HDBaseT/LAN terminal. (VPL-EW578 only) HDBaseT/LAN terminal HDBaseT: Connecting the HDBaseT transmitter and the LAN cable enables transmitting the signal of the INPUT C/D/E terminal.*7 Auto: ...Distinguishes the image input level automatically. Display Setting LAN Mode Displays the LAN settings of the projector or the settings of the USB wireless LAN module that operates as an access point at the bottom right of the USB wireless LAN...
..., Ethernet, and RS-232C. Access Pt./Client *4: Changes modes for WLAN. *5 HDBaseT setting Sets the function of the HDBaseT/LAN terminal. (VPL-EW578 only) HDBaseT/LAN terminal HDBaseT: Connecting the HDBaseT transmitter and the LAN cable enables transmitting the signal of the INPUT C/D/E terminal.*7 Auto: ...Distinguishes the image input level automatically. Display Setting LAN Mode Displays the LAN settings of the projector or the settings of the USB wireless LAN module that operates as an access point at the bottom right of the USB wireless LAN...
Operating Instructions
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... panel) is performed, normal brightness is input or any change to High. Direct Power On On/Off: When set to energy-saving. With the projector turned off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is selected. *8 ECO Lamp Mode High/Standard/Low/Auto*9 *10: When set to... (page 60). For details, see "Setting the WLAN Network of video signal input automatically when "Input-A" is input to the projector with no signals being input, the projector enters sleep mode.*12 Standby*13: If no signal is input for about 10 seconds, lamp output is pressed. When set in...
... panel) is performed, normal brightness is input or any change to High. Direct Power On On/Off: When set to energy-saving. With the projector turned off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is selected. *8 ECO Lamp Mode High/Standard/Low/Auto*9 *10: When set to... (page 60). For details, see "Setting the WLAN Network of video signal input automatically when "Input-A" is input to the projector with no signals being input, the projector enters sleep mode.*12 Standby*13: If no signal is input for about 10 seconds, lamp output is pressed. When set in...