4-540-680-12 (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-EW295/EW255/EW235 VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230 Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.
Table of Contents Overview Location and Function of Controls .... 4 Main Unit ..................................... 4 Connector Panel ........................... 5 Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys ................................. 6 Network Projecting/Adjusting an Image Using Network Features ...................32 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Browser ...................................32 Confirming the Information regarding the Projector ............
Displaying Images or Files Sent from a Tablet PC/ Smartphone .............................44 Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection ....................................46 Starting USB Display .................46 Playing Video and Audio ...........46 Using the Controller ...................46 USB Media Viewer Using USB Media Viewer ................48 Thumbnail Mode ........................49 Option Menu ...............................49 Display Mode ......
B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main Unit 6 5 4 1 2 qh 3 qg qd qf Caution 7 8 qs qa 7 8 0 9 l Speaker (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only) a Focus ring (page 16) m Connector panel (page 5) b Zoom ring (page 16) n Security bar c Lens d Remote control detector e ON/STANDBY indicator (page 52) f LAMP/COVER indicator (page 52) g Front feet (adjustable) (page 17) h Foot adjust button (page 17) i Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) (page 58) j Lamp cover (page 56)
Connector Panel VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 45 1 qa 3 8 q; Overview 4 5 6 qs 7 2 9 VPL-EX290/EX250/EX230 1 45 qa 3 8 q; 6 7 2 9 Input (pages 9, 11) a INPUT A Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector (RGB/YPBPR) Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO) b INPUT B Video: RGB input connector (RGB) Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO) c INPUT C Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI) Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI) d S VIDEO (S VIDEO IN) Video: S video input connector (S VIDEO IN) Audio: Audio input c
h LAN connector (page 32) Notes • This connector outputs the projected image or audio only when INPUT A or INPUT B is used. • The audio output connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/ EX255/EX235. i AC IN (∼) socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. j USB connector (Type A) ( (pages 13, 48) ) k USB connector (Type B) ( (page 46) ) Others g RS-232C connector (RS-232C) l Microphone input ( RS-232C compatible control connector.
e Using various functions during projecting Notes *1: Use this key when inputting a computer signal. But it may not be used depending on the resolution of the input signal. *2: Use this key when inputting a computer signal.You cannot use this key when “Type A USB”, “Type B USB” or “Network” is selected as the input. ECO MODE key Energy-saving mode can be set easily. Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp Mode,” “With No Input,” “With Static Signal” and “Standby Mode.
Others g Infrared transmitter About remote commander operation • Direct the remote commander toward the remote control detector. • The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can control the projector becomes. • Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the remote commander and the remote control detector on the projector.
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 audio cable.
Notes • Audio output from the HDMI connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/ EX295/EX255/EX235. • 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 connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
USB connector (Type A) ( ) For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 42)). Wireless router, access point Preparation Tablet PC/Smartphone USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) Computer Notes • Undesignated USB wireless LAN modules do not work.
VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a video output connector. Video cable (not supplied) Video output connector Video equipment Audio output connector Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Note The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. INPUT A For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector.
INPUT C For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector. HDMI cable (not supplied) HDMI output connector Video equipment Preparation Notes • Audio output from the HDMI connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/ EX295/EX255/EX235. • 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.
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 equipment Audio input connector Audio cable (stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Display equipment RGB input connector Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Notes • The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. • Projected images and audio can be output.
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” (page 66). 3 5 2 Video equipment Projector 1 6 Wall outlet Projecting/Adjusting an Image 4 Computer 1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet. 2 Connect all equipment to the projector (page 9).
7 Adjust the focus, size and position of the projected image (page 16).
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. 3 Release the foot adjust buttons. 4 Turn the front feet (adjustable) to set the angle of the projector precisely.
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. 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 narrower the bottom.
Turning Off the Power 1 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.). 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. To turn off without displaying confirmation message Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds (page 53).
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 menu. 2 Select the setting menu. Use the V/v key to select the setting operations in step 3 and then press the ENTER key to register the setting. To return to the selection screen of the setting items, press the B or RETURN key.
The Picture Menu The Picture is used to adjust the picture for each input signal. 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*1: Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations. Blackboard: Provides an image suitable for displaying on a blackboard. Game: Provides an image suitable for viewing games. Cinema: Provides an image suitable for viewing movies.
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 *1 Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 24). VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235: When the computer signal is input 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3. 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
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. APA*2 *3 Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality when you press the ENTER key (page 6). Phase*2 Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal. Set to the value where looks clearest. Pitch*2 *5 The higher the value, the wider the horizontal image elements (pitch).
Aspect Video signal Computer signal VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235 Input signal Recommended setting value and projected image 4:3 Full1*1 *2 *3 16:9 Full1*1 *2 *3 16:10 Full1*3 4:3 4:3*4 *5 *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect ratio of the original image. *2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected to fit the projected image size, regardless of the aspect ratio of the image.
VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 Input signal Recommended setting value and projected image 4:3 Full1*1 *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect ratio of the original image. 16:9 Full1*1 *2 16:10 Full1*1 *2 4:3 4:3*3 16:9 16:9*4 *3: Depending on the input signal, the projected image may be projected as illustrated below. In this a case, select “16:9.
The Function Menu The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector. Items Item descriptions *3 Volume Mic Volume*3 Speaker *3 The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the value, the lower the audio volume. Adjust the volume of the microphone.*2 On/Off: When set to “On,” speaker outputs sound. To not output sound from the speaker, select “Off.” Smart APA On/Off: When set to “On,” APA functions automatically when a signal is input.
The Operation Menu The Operation menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the remote commander. Item descriptions Language Selects the language used in the menu and messages. Status On: All on-screen statuses are enabled. Off: Turns off the on-screen displays, except for menus, warning messages and messages from the message list. Security Lock*1 On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to authorized users by 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 Setup*9 Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the DHCP server such as a router. Manual: To specify the IP Address manually. WLAN Settings*10 WLAN Connection*8 On/Off: Set the wireless output of the USB wireless LAN module (not supplied) to On/Off. WLAN Network*14 Access Pt. (Auto)/Access Pt.
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. When set to “Link to Image Flip,” the cooling setting changes based on the setting of “Image Flip.
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 *1 Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal. Signal Type Displays the type of the current input signal. Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of a lamp. Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.
B Network Using Network Features Connection to the network allows you to operate the following features: • Checking the current status of the projector via a Web browser. • Remotely controlling the projector via a Web browser. • Receiving the e-mail report via the projector. • Making the network settings for the projector. • Displaying messages on the projected image using an application.
The following window appears in the Web browser: Entry area for [Administrator] Entry area for [User] Once you make the network settings, you can open the Control window only by performing step 3 of this procedure. How to operate the Control window Switching the page Click one of the Page Switching buttons to display the desired setting page. When you change the password, input a new password after deleting the password (*****) that was set.
Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the timing of the email report for lamp replacement. To reset Lamp Reminder, execute “Lamp Timer Reset” on the projector (page 26). Maintenance Reminder: Set the timing of the email report for maintenance. To reset Maintenance Reminder, check the RESET check box and then click on [Apply]. Operating the Projector from a Computer You can control the projector from the computer on the Control page.
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. Account Name: Enter the mail account name. Password: Enter the password. SMTP Authentication: Check this check box to arrange for SMTP authentication to be performed before sending e-mail.
To use the wireless LAN network, a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) is necessary. 1 Click the [WLAN Setting] to open the WLAN Setting page. 2 WLAN Setting button 2 Wireless ON: Enables radio wave output of USB wireless LAN module. Wireless OFF: Disables radio wave output of USB wireless LAN module. WLAN Network: Set the modes for USB wireless LAN module. WEP 64bit Items Access Pt.
Encyption Type WEP 128bit MIX (WPAPSK/WPA2PSK (TKIP/ AES)) or WPA2-PSK (AES) Password Input 13 ASCII characters for a password. Input 8-63 ASCII characters for a password. (b) Input the settings for Client Mode. When the USB wireless LAN module is activated as a client, set the items for the client (set the items for the access point the projector tries to connect 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 Connectors of the Projector • Change the label names for the input connectors that will be displayed on the projected screen on the Set up page.
1 Click on [Advanced Menu] to display the buttons for more settings. recommended that the community name be changed from the factory setting to avoid unnecessary access to the projector from other computers. -Port No.: Input the transmit port of Advertisement. The factory default setting is “53862.” -Interval: Input the transmission interval (minutes) of Advertisement. The factory default setting is “30.” -Broadcast Address: Input the destination of data via Advertisement.
avoid unnecessary access to the projector from other computers. -Port No.: Input the server port of PJ Talk. The factory default setting is “53484.” -Timeout: Input the time (minutes) until PJ Talk communication is terminated in the case that it is disconnected. The factory default setting is “30.” -Host Address: Input the IP address that the PJ Talk server is allowed to receive. If no IP address is input, receiving commands will be allowed from any IP address.
(e)Reset the network settings. Reset button Reset Reset: Reset all Web browser settings to their factory defaults.
B Presentation Function via Network Using Presentation Function via Network The Presentation Function via Network enables you to do the following: • Connect a maximum of eight computers to the projector. • Project images from a maximum of four computers simultaneously. • Connecting a USB wireless LAN module (not supplied) to the projector as an access point, allows the projector to connect to up to seven computers simultaneously.
3 Start Projector Station for Network 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 After starting Projector Station for Network Presentation, the connection setting window appears. 1 Find projectors connected to the network. Click “Search” in the connection setting window to search for projectors.
Item SSID IP Address Search Delete Property Connect Manual Connect Item descriptions Displays the strength of the wireless signal (appears only when wireless connection is used). Display SSID (appears only when wireless connection is used). Display IP address (appears only when wired connection is used). Start searching for projectors in the network. Delete selected profile. Display the properties of the selected profile. Connect to the selected projector and start projecting an image.
*1: To use the application, one of the following conditions is required. • Connected to network where wireless connection can be established (page 10). • Connected to a wireless network via USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) that is connected to the projector (page 11). *2: Depending on your Internet connection, a data communication fee may apply.
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.
For Mac: Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Items Functions Start audio/video playback. Pause audio/video playback. Stop audio/video playback (the screen turns black). Display information about USB Display.
B USB Media Viewer Using USB Media Viewer You can browse image files stored in a USB memory device inserted in the USB connector of the projector, without using a computer. Supported storage media and file format: • Supported storage media: USB flash memory • Supported format of storage media: FAT format • Supported file format: JPEG (.jpg/.jpeg), Bitmap (.bmp), PNG (.png), GIF (.gif), TIFF (.tif/.tiff) Notes • exFAT, NTFS are not supported. • TIFF files containing EXIF information are not supported.
Thumbnail Mode The image files in the folder are displayed as a thumbnail list. 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. USB Media Viewer Option menu Option Menu You can select the display order of thumbnails and display method of image files. Items Item descriptions Hide the option menu. Switch to the display mode, and display the selected image in full screen view.
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. Return to the thumbnail mode (page 49). Rotate the image 90 degrees counter-clockwise. Rotate the image 90 degrees clockwise. Switch to the slideshow mode, and start the slideshow from the selected image. (page 50) Display the previous image.
Option Menu Items Item descriptions Hide the option menu. Return to the thumbnail mode (page 49). Display the previous image. Display the next image. Press the V/v key to change the slideshow time interval. 3 3 After 3 seconds, display the next image. 5 After 5 seconds, display the next image. 10 After 10 seconds, display the next image. Press the V/v key to change the slideshow effect. Slideshow effect USB Media Viewer Slideshow time interval The next image appears with tile transition effect.
B Others Indicators The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of the projector. If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with the table below. ON/STANDBY indicator Status Meaning/Remedies Lights in red The projector is in Standby mode. Flashes in green • The projector is ready to operate after having been turned on. • The lamp cools after the projector is turned off. Lights in green The projector’s power is on.
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. 1 min. • Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. • Check if the air filter is not clogged. • Check if the Installation Attitude in the Installation menu is set correctly.
Troubleshooting Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the instructions below. Symptoms Remedy The power is not turned on. 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. 27 If the lamp or lamp cover is not attached securely, the projector cannot be turned on. 56 Check if the connecting cable is connected to external equipment firmly.
Symptoms Remedy Page The image is dark/too bright. The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode” affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is appropriate. 21, 28 The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check “Lamp Timer,” and replace the lamp with a new one if necessary. 31, 56 The image becomes darker or brighter. 28 During picture muting, the lamp is dimmed to reduce power consumption.
Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image (page 53). Use an LMP-E212 projector lamp (not supplied) for replacement. Caution • The lamp remains hot after the projector is turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may burn your finger. When you replace the lamp, wait for at least an hour after turning off the projector for the lamp to cool sufficiently.
4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is securely in place. Tighten the 2 screws. 6 Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet and turn on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of the next replacement time. Select “Lamp Timer Reset” on the Function menu then press the ENTER key. When a message appears, select “Yes” to reset the lamp timer (page 26). Caution Close the lamp cover and tighten the 1 screw.
Cleaning the Air Filter When a message appears on the projected image indicating time for a filter cleaning, clean the air filter (pages 52, 53). 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 neglect to clean the air filter, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible malfunction or fire.
Specifications Items Descriptions Model VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 Projection system Display device VLW-EW295: 0.75 inch (19.0 mm), 3 plate panels, Aspect ratio 16:10 VPL-EW255/EW235: 0.59 inch (15.0 mm), 3 plate panels, Aspect ratio 16:10 VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230: 0.63 inch (16.
Items Descriptions Model VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 INPUT OUTPUT (Computer/video) INPUT A RGB/YPBPR input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohms terminated, RGB/PBPR: 0.
Descriptions Model VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 Storage temperature/ Storage humidity –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F)/10% to 90% (no condensation) Power requirements VPL-EW295/EW255/EX295/EX255: 100 V to 240 V AC, 3.2 A - 1.4 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-EW235/EX235: 100 V to 240 V AC, 3.0 A - 1.3 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-EX290/EX250/EX230: 100 V to 240 V AC, 2.8 A-1.
Items Descriptions Model VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 Heat dissipation VPL-EW295: 100 V to 120 V AC: 1054 BTU/h 220 V to 240 V AC: 1017 BTU/h VPL-EW255: 100 V to 120 V AC: 1071 BTU/h 220 V to 240 V AC: 1027 BTU/h VPL-EW235: 100 V to 120 V AC: 986 BTU/h 220 V to 240 V AC: 949 BTU/h VPL-EX295: 100 V to 120 V AC: 1058 BTU/h 220 V to 240 V AC: 1020 BTU/h VPL-EX290: 100 V to 120 V AC: 949 BTU/h 220 V to 240 V AC: 918 BTU/h VPL-EX255: 100 V to 120 V AC: 1071 BTU/h 220 V to 2
Items Descriptions Model VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 Optional accessories*2 *3 Projector Lamp LMP-E212 (for replacement) USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 Notes *1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals” on page 65. *2: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of August 2014. *3: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.
RS-232C connector (D-Sub 9-pin, male) 1 5 6 9 1 NC 6 NC 2 RXDA 7 RTS 3 TXDA 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 NC 5 GND USB connector (Type A, female) 1 VBUS (4.4 - 5.
Acceptable Input Signals*1 Resolution Computer signal Resolution 640 × 350 fH[kHz]/ fV[Hz] Input connector RGB/ HDMI RGB YPBPR 31.5/70 z z 37.9/85 z z 31.5/70 z z 37.9/85 z 31.5/60 z 35.0/67 1280 × 800 fH[kHz]/ fV[Hz] 49.7/60 Input connector RGB/ HDMI RGB YPBPR z z z Digital TV signal*4 Input connector fV[Hz] RGB/ YPBPR HDMI z 480i 60 z z z 576i 50 z z z z 480p 60 z z 37.9/73 z z 576p 50 z z 37.5/75 z z 1080i 60 z z 43.3/85 z z 1080i 50 z z 35.
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).
Projection distance table (VPL-EW295) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42) 1.92-3.09 (76-121) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53) 2.41-3.87 (95-152) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.58 × 1.62 (102 × 64) 2.90-4.66 (114-183) -0.29 (-12) -0.29 (-12) 150 inch (3.81m) 3.23 × 2.
Projection distance table (VPL-EW255) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42) 2.43-3.90 (96-153) -0.11 (-4) -0.11 (-4) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53) 3.04-4.89 (120-192) -0.13 (-5) -0.13 (-5) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.58 × 1.62 (102 × 64) 3.66-5.88 (144-231) -0.16 (-6) -0.16 (-6) 150 inch (3.
Projection distance table (VPL-EW235) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42) 2.35-3.06 (93-120) -0.11 (-4) -0.11 (-4) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53) 2.94-3.83 (116-151) -0.13 (-5) -0.13 (-5) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.58 × 1.62 (102 × 64) 3.53-4.61 (139-181) -0.16 (-6) -0.16 (-6) 150 inch (3.81m) 3.23 × 2.
Projection distance table (VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48) 2.29-3.68 (90-145) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60) 2.87-4.61 (113-181) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.44 × 1.83 (96 × 72) 3.45-5.54 (136-218) -0.30 (-12) -0.
Projection distance table (VPL-EX250/EX235) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48) 2.24-2.92 (89-115) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60) 2.81-3.66 (111-144) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.44 × 1.83 (96 × 72) 3.38-4.40 (133-173) -0.30 (-12) -0.30 (-12) 150 inch (3.81m) 3.
Projection distance table (VPL-EX230) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48) 2.41-2.88 (95-113) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60) 3.02-3.60 (119-142) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.44 × 1.83 (96 × 72) 3.63-4.33 (143-170) -0.30 (-12) -0.30 (-12) 150 inch (3.
Ceiling Installation Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Center of lens A Top side Projected image Others Projection distance L * The number will be minus when the top of the projected image is higher than A.
Projection distance table (VPL-EW295) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42) 1.92-3.09 (76-121) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53) 2.41-3.87 (95-152) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.58 × 1.62 (102 × 64) 2.90-4.66 (114-183) -0.29 (-12) -0.29 (-12) 150 inch (3.
Projection distance table (VPL-EW255) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42) 2.43-3.90 (96-153) -0.11 (-4) -0.11 (-4) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53) 3.04-4.89 (120-192) -0.13 (-5) -0.13 (-5) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.58 × 1.62 (102 × 64) 3.66-5.88 (144-231) -0.16 (-6) -0.16 (-6) 150 inch (3.81m) 3.23 × 2.
Projection distance table (VPL-EW235) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.72 × 1.08 (68 × 42) 2.35-3.06 (93-120) -0.11 (-4) -0.11 (-4) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.15 × 1.35 (85 × 53) 2.94-3.83 (116-151) -0.13 (-5) -0.13 (-5) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.58 × 1.62 (102 × 64) 3.53-4.61 (139-181) -0.16 (-6) -0.16 (-6) 150 inch (3.
Projection distance table (VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48) 2.29-3.68 (90-145) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60) 2.87-4.61 (113-181) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.44 × 1.83 (96 × 72) 3.45-5.54 (136-218) -0.30 (-12) -0.30 (-12) 150 inch (3.
Projection distance table (VPL-EX250/EX235) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48) 2.24-2.92 (89-115) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60) 2.81-3.66 (111-144) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.44 × 1.83 (96 × 72) 3.38-4.40 (133-173) -0.30 (-12) -0.
Projection distance table (VPL-EX230) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Projection Distance L Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Minimum Projection Maximum Projection Distance L Distance L Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 1.63 × 1.22 (64 × 48) 2.41-2.88 (95-113) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) 100 inch (2.54m) 2.03 × 1.52 (80 × 60) 3.02-3.60 (119-142) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) 120 inch (3.05m) 2.44 × 1.83 (96 × 72) 3.63-4.33 (143-170) -0.30 (-12) -0.30 (-12) 150 inch (3.81m) 3.05 × 2.
Dimensions Top (VPL-EW295) 365 (14 3/8) 6.
Top (VPL-EW255/EX295/EX290/EX255) 365 (14 3/8) 10.4 (13/32) Center of Lens Others 252 (9 29/32) 18.1 (23/32) 85 (3 11/32) Unit: mm (inches) Top (VPL-EW235/EX250/EX235) 85 (3 11/32) Center of Lens 252 (9 29/32) 15 24.2 ( /16) 0.5 (1/32) 24.
Top (VPL-EX230) 365 (14 3/8) Center of Lens 252 (9 29/32) 20.5 ( 13/16) 0.5 (1/32) 21 (13/16) 85 (3 11/32) Unit: mm (inches) 105.3 (4 5/32) 96.2 (3 25/32) Center of Lens 44.
207 (8 228 (8 31/32) 14 (9/16) 102.5 (4 1/32) 0.8 (1/32) Center of Lens 27.5 (1 3/32) 14 ( 23/32) 5/32) 221.6 (8 9/16) 38.5 (1 17/32) 233.5 (9 3/16) 31.8 31.8 (1 1/4) (1 1/4) Others 13.5 (17/32) 27.5 (1 3/32) 46.3 (1 13/16) Bottom (VPL-EW295) 45.3 (1 25/32) 57.4 (2 1/4) 97.
38.5 (1 17/32) 14 (9/16) 207 (8 13.5 (17/32) 31.8 31.8 (1 1/4) (1 1/4) 45.3 (1 25/32) 57.4 (2 1/4) 97.5 (3 27/32) Unit: mm (inches) 84 Dimensions 228 (8 31/32) 0.8 (1/32) Center of Lens 102.5 (4 1/32) 14 (9/16) 5/32) 221.6 (8 23/32) 27.5 (1 3/32) 27.5 (1 3/32) 46.3 (1 13/16) Bottom (VPL-EW255/EX295/EX290/EX255) 233.
38.5 (1 17/32) 14 (9/16) 228 (8 31/32) 0.8 (1/32) Center of Lens 27.5 (1 3/32) 14 (9/16) 207 (8 5/32) 221.6 (8 23/32) 102.5 (4 1/32) 233.5 (9 3/16) 31.8 31.8 (1 1/4) (1 1/4) Others 13.5 (17/32) 27.5 (1 3/32) 46.3 (1 13/16) Bottom (VPL-EW235/EX250/EX235/EX230) 45.3 (1 25/32) 57.4 (2 1/4) 97.
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Index Gamma Mode ..........................................21 A H AC IN ........................................................ 6 Acceptable input signal ........................... 65 Adjust Signal ........................................... 23 Air filter ................................................... 58 Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) ............................................... 4 APA ........................................................... 6 Aspect ............................
Projector Station for Network Presentation .....................................42 R Remote commander ...................................6 Remote control detector ............................4 Replacing the lamp ..................................56 Reset ........................................................21 RS-232C ....................................................6 S T The Connection/Power Menu ..................28 The Function menu ..................................26 The Screen menu ...........
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