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4-743-479-01 (1) Video Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain them for future reference. VPL-VW270ES...
Table of Contents Location of Controls Using Network Features Front/Right Side ........ 3 Displaying the Control Window of the Unit with a Web Browser ..... 39 Rear/Left Side/Bottom ...... 4 Operating the Control Window ..40 Remote Control ......... 5 Switching the Page .....40 Setting the Access Limitation ..40 Connections and...
Location of Controls Front/Right Side Warning indicators Warning indicators Others a ON/STANDBY indicator i Lamp cover (page 48) (page 45) j Ventilation holes (exhaust) b WARNING indicator (page 45) k Ventilation holes (intake) (page 50) Connectors l Remote control detector c LAN connector (page 39) (page 7) d HDMI 1/HDMI 2 connector...
Rear/Left Side/Bottom The buttons on the control panel have the same names as those on the remote control. Control panel Control panel Others a ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) button f Remote control detector (page 7) (page 7) b INPUT button (page 13) g Ventilation holes (intake) (page 50) c MENU button (page 20)
a LIGHT button Remote Control Illuminates the buttons on the remote control. b Infrared transmitter c ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) button (page 7) d INPUT button (page 13) e CALIBRATED PRESET buttons (page 19) f PATTERN button (page 8) g RESET button (page 21) h M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter) buttons (page 20)
Connections and Preparations Note Installing the Unit When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen The installation distance between the unit depending on the distance between the screen and a screen varies depending on the size of and the unit or the zooming magnifications.
Note Adjusting the Picture Depending on the installation location of the Position 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 Project an image on the screen and then unit or the screen.
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Adjust the focus. Adjust the picture size. Press the PATTERN button repeatedly to Press the PATTERN button repeatedly to display the Lens Focus adjustment display the Lens Zoom adjustment window (test pattern). Then adjust the window (test pattern). Then adjust the focus of the picture by pressing the M/m/ size of the picture by pressing the M/m/ </, buttons.
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To adjust the horizontal position To adjust the vertical position Press </,. Press M/m. The picture projected on the screen moves The picture projected on the screen moves right or left by a maximum of 31% of the up by a maximum of 85% or moves down by screen width from the center of the lens.
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Range of movement of the projected Lens adjustment window (test picture pattern) 1.78:1 (16:9) 0.85V 1.33:1 (4:3) 0.31H 0.31H Projected Picture 2.35:1 0.8V H: Width of the projected picture V: Height of the projected picture 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: •...
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Notes • Use a Premium High Speed HDMI cable. If you use other types of cables, 4K video may not be displayed appropriately. • When connecting an HDMI cable to the unit, make sure the mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of the unit and the v mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position.
Projecting The fan stops and the ON/STANDBY Projecting the indicator changes from flashing green to remaining red. Picture The power is turned off completely, and you can disconnect the AC power cord. Turn on both the unit and the equipment connected to the unit. Note Never disconnect the AC power cord while the Press INPUT to display the input...
Adjusting/Setting the 3D functions Watching 3D Video You can adjust/set the 3D functions by Images pressing the 3D button on the remote control or with the “3D Settings” of the Function menu. For details, see “3D Settings” You can enjoy powerful 3D video images, (page 32).
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Top or side view Projector 10 m 10 m 10 m 10 m...
Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal You can select an aspect ratio best suited for the video signal received. Press ASPECT. ASPECT Each time you press the button, you can button select the “Aspect” setting.You can also select it using the menu (page 28).
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Original image Recommended setting and resultant images Normal 1.78:1 (16:9) 1.33:1 (4:3) 1.33:1 (4:3) with side panels V Stretch 2.35:1 When using an anamorphic lens Squeeze 16:9 When using an anamorphic lens...
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Original image Recommended setting and resultant images Stretch Squeezed Notes • Selectable aspect modes vary depending on the input signal (page 58). • The aspect modes cannot be selected when a computer signal is input. Notes on switching the “Aspect” setting •...
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. CALIBRATED Press one of the CALIBRATED PRESET PRESET buttons buttons.
Using the Menus Note The menu displays used for the explanation may be different from the actual menu display. Press M/m to select an item you want Operation through to set or adjust and press , or The setting items are displayed in a pop- the Menus up menu, in a setting menu, in an adjustment menu or in the next menu...
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Next menu window To reset the items that have been adjusted Setting items Select an item in the menu screen, and display the pop-up menu, the setting menu, or the adjustment menu. Press RESET on the remote control to reset only the selected settings to its factory preset value.
Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture. Note These items may not be adjustable or configurable, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items” (page 55). Item names in brackets represent those printed on the remote control. Setting items Description Calib.
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Database: Select “Normal” or “Mastered in 4K.” “Mastered in 4K” provides image quality suitable for Blu-ray Disc™ “Mastered in 4K” releasing from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Resolution: When you increase the setting value, the texture and detail of the picture become sharper.
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Setting items Description Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture. [BRIGHTNESS] The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker the picture. You can make adjustments by pressing the BRIGHTNESS +/- on the remote control. Color Adjusts the color density.
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Setting items Description MPEG NR Reduces block noise and mosquito noise, in particular in digital signals. (MPEG Noise Auto: Detects the noise level to reduce the block noise and mosquito Reduction) noise of the picture automatically. High/Middle/Low: Select a setting according to the block noise and mosquito noise of the input signal source.
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Setting items Description 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. Setting x.v.Color to “On” disables gamma adjustment. Sets how to play back HDR content.
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Setting items Description Input Lag Reduces the delay of the display for a video. Reduction On: Shortens the time to display the input video image; effective for increasing the performance of the display reaction speed when using an external controller, etc. Off: Turns the Input Lag Reduction function off.
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 Adjustable/Setting Items” (page 55). Item names in brackets represent those printed on the remote control. Setting items Description Aspect...
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Setting items Description Tips • When you select “V Stretch” or “Squeeze,” select the anamorphic lens type from “Anamorphic Lens” in the Installation menu. • Selectable aspect modes vary depending on the input signal (page 58). • The aspect cannot be selected for an input signal from a computer, or an input signal with a resolution of 4096 ×...
• To turn on the power with the Remote Start function, a special command should be sent from a PC or a terminal. For details, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Note When Remote Start is set to “On,” the standby power requirement will increase.
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Setting items Description Network Management On: Set when connected to the network and continuously communicating with the projector control equipment. Note When Network Management is set to “On,” the network function is continuously enabled. Set Network Management to “Off” when the unit is not continuously connected to the network.
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 For Switching the video images to “2D” or “3D.” Sel.
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Setting items Description 3D Depth Adjust For adjusting the depth of the 3D video images on the screen. The setting can be made only when a 3D Format other than “Simulated 3D” is selected. Depth Front Normal Depth We recommend that “3D Depth Adjust” be set to “0.” The 3D video images may be difficult to perceive, depending on the setting of “3D Depth Adjust.”...
Items Locked by Settings Lock Group 1 Group 2 Picture menu Setup menu Reset Status Reality Creation Language Contrast Enhancer Menu Position Lamp Control High Altitude Mode Motionflow Remote Start Contrast Network Management Brightness Power Saving Color Lamp Setting Function menu Color Temp.
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.
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Setting items Description Panel Alignment This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or the picture on the screen. Adjust: Adjusts the gaps in the colors selecting “Adjust Color” or “Adjust Item.” Adjust Item: Selects how to make adjustments from below. Shift: Shifts the whole picture and makes adjustments.
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Setting items Description Network Setting Perform internet protocol settings. IPv4 Setting IP Address Setup: Selects the IP address setting method. Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the DHCP server such as a router. Manual: Specifies the IP address manually. When “Manual”...
Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, input signal type/format, software version and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp. Signal type Items Description Model Name Displays the model name Serial No. Displays the serial number. Signal type Displays the resolution of the input signal which you are selecting.
Using Network Features Connection to the network allows you to Displaying the operate the following features: • Checking the current status of the unit Control Window of via a Web browser. the Unit with a Web • Making the network settings for the unit.
Operating the Control Window Switching the Page Click one of the Page Switching buttons to display the desired setting page. Once you make the network settings, you can open the Control window only by performing step 3 of this procedure. Page Switching buttons Setting the Access Limitation You can limit a user for accessing any...
Alphabet is case-sensitive. The default password “Projector” cannot be set as a new password. Note If you forget your password, consult with qualified Sony personnel. The password will be reset with your permission. Confirming the Information Regarding the Unit You can confirm the current settings for the unit on the Information 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 The power may not turn on if you turn the power off with ?/ –...
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The model name does not The display mode of the unit may be set at the time of – disappear from the purchase. Consult with your local dealer or qualified Sony screen. personnel. Remote control Symptom Cause and Remedy...
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3D video images Symptom Cause and Remedy Page The video image does not Check if the 3D glasses are turned on. seem like 3D video Make sure that the battery in the 3D glasses could be weak – images. or is sufficiently charged. Set “2D-3D Display Sel.”...
Both indicators flash Note If the symptom persists even after carrying out the above methods, consult with qualified Sony personnel. If the indicator starts flashing in a way of other than the above, turn off, and then turn on the power with the [/1 (On/Standby) button on the remote control or control panel of the unit.
Message Lists Warning messages Symptom Cause and Remedy Page High temp.! Lamp off in Turn off the power. – 1 min. Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation 3, 4 holes. Frequency is out of Frequency is out of range. Input a signal that is within the range! acceptable frequency range of the unit.
3D video images by converting Download the update files from the to the simulated 3D may constitute an following Sony website: infringement of the rights of authors or http://www.pro.sony.eu/ producers, which are legally protected. The website also explains how to install the update.
• Be sure to turn off the unit and unplug the Replacing the Lamp power cord before replacing the lamp, then check the ON/STANDBY indicator has already been turned off. The lamp used for the light source has a certain lifespan. When the lamp dims, the Turn off the unit and unplug the AC color balance of the picture becomes power cord.
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Push in the new lamp by the handle securely until it reaches the end, and then tighten the 3 screws. Loosen the 3 screws on the lamp with the Phillips screwdriver. Hold up the handle, then pull the lamp straight out. Note Be careful not to touch the optical block inside the unit.
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Wipe dust off the ventilation holes • The unit will not turn on unless the lamp cover are securely closed. (intake) with a soft cloth. • To clear a message displayed on the screen, press any button either on the remote control or the control panel of the unit once.
Cleaning Cleaning the cabinet • To remove dust from the cabinet, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution. • Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide.
Specifications Item Description Display system SXRD panel, projection system Display device Size of effective 0.74-inch (18.8 mm) SXRD display area Number of pixels 26,542,080 pixels (8,847,360 pixels × 3) Projection lens 2.06 times zoom lens (motorized) f = 21.7 mm to 44.7 mm F3.0 to F4.0 Light source Ultra High Pressure Lamp 225 W type...
• The values for mass and dimensions are approximate. • Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. • Information on accessories in this manual is current as of September 2018.
Input Signals and Adjustable/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. Picture menu Input signal Item Component signal Video GBR signal...
Screen menu Input signal Item Component signal Video GBR signal Computer signal Aspect* – : Adjustable/can be set –: Not adjustable/cannot be set *1: For further details, refer to the tables in “Aspect Mode” (page 58). Note When connecting a cable such as an HDMI cable, etc., check the type of the signal in the Information menu (page 38) and “Digital signal”...
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3D signals Item 720/60p, 1080/60i, 1080/24p 1080/60p, 720/50p 1080/50i 1080/50p x.v.Color – – – – Aspect* : Adjustable/can be set –: Not adjustable/cannot be set *1: For further details, refer to the tables in “Aspect Mode” (page 58). When the unit is set to convert 2D video images to 3D video images, some items on the menus may be not available to adjust/set, depending on the “3D Format”...
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. 1920 × 1080 720 × 480 Acceptable signals 4096 ×...
Motionflow 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. 1920 × 1080 1280 × 720 Acceptable signals 3840 × 2160 4096 ×...
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Picture menu Item Storage conditions Calib. Preset For each input connector Reset For each input connector and Calib. Preset Reality Creation Contrast Enhancer Lamp Control Motionflow Contrast Brightness Color Color Temp. D93-D55 Custom 1-5 Gain R For each Color Temp., D93-D55 and Custom 1-5 Gain G Gain B Bias R...
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.
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When projecting in 1.90:1 (Native Full Display 17:9) format 1.90 Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Projection distance L Diagonal Width × Height 80" (2.03 m) 1.80 × 0.95 (71 × 37) 2.32 – 4.77 (91 – 187) 100"...
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When projecting in 1.78:1 (16:9) format 1.78 Video display area Projection area Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Projection distance L Diagonal Width × Height 80" (2.03 m) 1.77 × 1.00 (70 × 39) 2.44 – 5.01 (96 – 197) 100"...
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When projecting in 2.35:1 format 2.35 Video display area Projection area Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Projection distance L Diagonal Width × Height 80" (2.03 m) 1.87 × 0.80 (74 × 31) 2.41 – 4.96 (95 – 195) 100"...
Dimensions Front Unit: mm (inches) 495.6 (19 247.8 (9 247.8 (9 Center of the lens Bottom Unit: mm (inches) Front of the cabinet 87.4 (3 142.9 (5 150.6 (5 409.3 (16 7.5 ( 463.6 (18...
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The distance between the front of the lens and the front of the cabinet Unit: mm (inches) 36.8 (1 Front of the lens Front of the cabinet Attaching the PSS-H10 projector suspension support Front view Unit: mm (inches) 150 (5 Ceiling Center of the The bottom...
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Side view Unit: mm (inches) 213.4 (8 130 (5 Front of the cabinet 258.4 (10 463.6 (18 Top view Unit: mm (inches) 213.4 (8 130 (5 45 (1 Front of the cabinet Upper ceiling mount bracket Center of the supporting pole (The center of the supporting pole is different from that of the unit.)
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Holes for the ceiling mount Use the screws with a length of 5.3 mm ( inches, minimum) to 7.6 mm ( inches, maximum) for the ceiling mount. Recommended tightening torque (tension when turning a screw towards the direction of rotation): 1.4 ± 0.2 N-m The minimum length of screw Insert nut (M5)
Connecting to Video equipment or a Index computer .......... 11 Connectors ..........3 Contrast ........... 23 Numerics Contrast Enhancer ........23 Control panel ..........4 3D glasses 3D glasses communication range ..14 Using the 3D glasses ......14 3D Settings Dimensions ..........
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Trademark Information Projecting the Picture ......13 • “PlayStation” is a registered trademark Projection distance ...... 62, 63, 64 of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Projection distance and lens shift • The terms HDMI and HDMI High- range ..........61 Definition Multimedia Interface, and the...