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Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. © 2014 Sony Corporation VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235 VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230 Not all models are available in all countries and area. 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.
Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. © 2014 Sony Corporation VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235 VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230 Not all models are available in all countries and area. 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.
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o Security lock Connects to a commercially available security chain or wire. l Speaker (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only) m Connector panel (page 5) n Security bar Connects to an optional security cable manufactured by Kensington. For details, visit Kensington's web ...
o Security lock Connects to a commercially available security chain or wire. l Speaker (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only) m Connector panel (page 5) n Security bar Connects to an optional security cable manufactured by Kensington. For details, visit Kensington's web ...
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... shared. • The audio input connector and audio output from the HDMI connector are available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/ EX255/EX235. Overview Connector Panel VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 4 5 1 qa 3 8 q; 4 5 6 qs 7 29 VPL-EX290/EX250/EX230 4 5 1 qa 3 8 q; 6 7 29 Input (pages 9, 11) a INPUT A Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector (RGB/YPBPR) Audio...
... shared. • The audio input connector and audio output from the HDMI connector are available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/ EX255/EX235. Overview Connector Panel VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 4 5 1 qa 3 8 q; 4 5 6 qs 7 29 VPL-EX290/EX250/EX230 4 5 1 qa 3 8 q; 6 7 29 Input (pages 9, 11) a INPUT A Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector (RGB/YPBPR) Audio...
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... 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. h LAN connector (page 32) i AC IN (∼) socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. j USB connector ... A) ( ) (pages 13, 48) k USB connector (Type B) ( ) (page 46) l Microphone input ( ) Note Microphone input is available only on VPLEW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys Remote Commander 4 2 INPUT APA ECO MODE MENU RESET a Turning on the power/Going to...
... 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. h LAN connector (page 32) i AC IN (∼) socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. j USB connector ... A) ( ) (pages 13, 48) k USB connector (Type B) ( ) (page 46) l Microphone input ( ) Note Microphone input is available only on VPLEW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys Remote Commander 4 2 INPUT APA ECO MODE MENU RESET a Turning on the power/Going to...
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Press again to change the enlargement ratio. key (VPL-EW295/ EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235 only) Adjusts the volume output. Notes *1: Use this key when "Type A USB", "Type B USB" or "Network" is selected as you ... image. Overview e Using various functions during projecting D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- key repeatedly to restore the previous image. The image can be set easily. MUTING key (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only) Mutes the audio output temporarily. ECO Mode ECO User :Sel RETURN : B a ck 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key...
Press again to change the enlargement ratio. key (VPL-EW295/ EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235 only) Adjusts the volume output. Notes *1: Use this key when "Type A USB", "Type B USB" or "Network" is selected as you ... image. Overview e Using various functions during projecting D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- key repeatedly to restore the previous image. The image can be set easily. MUTING key (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only) Mutes the audio output temporarily. ECO Mode ECO User :Sel RETURN : B a ck 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key...
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... (supplied) Computer RGB output connector Audio output connector Audio cable (Stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Notes • The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. • It is recommended that you are connecting. • Use a no-resistance audio cable. Loose connections may reduce performance... a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself. • For more information, refer also to 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-EW295/ EW255/EW235) or 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230) for each input signal.
... (supplied) Computer RGB output connector Audio output connector Audio cable (Stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Notes • The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. • It is recommended that you are connecting. • Use a no-resistance audio cable. Loose connections may reduce performance... a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself. • For more information, refer also to 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-EW295/ EW255/EW235) or 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/EX235/EX230) for each input signal.
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... via a hub or router ("Presentation Function via Network" (page 42)). 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 a USB connector ("Projecting an Image using USB Connection" (page...
... via a hub or router ("Presentation Function via Network" (page 42)). 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 a USB connector ("Projecting an Image using USB Connection" (page...
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... (not supplied) Computer S video output connector Audio output connector Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied) Note The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. Connecting the Projector 11 S VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are...
... (not supplied) Computer S video output connector Audio output connector Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied) Note The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. Connecting the Projector 11 S VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are...
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Component - stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Note The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. 12 Connecting the Projector Video cable (not supplied) Video equipment Video output connector Audio output ...- INPUT A For connecting video equipment with a video output connector. stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Note The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector. Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied) Video equipment...
Component - stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Note The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. 12 Connecting the Projector Video cable (not supplied) Video equipment Video output connector Audio output ...- INPUT A For connecting video equipment with a video output connector. stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Note The audio input connector is available only on VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/ EX235. VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector. Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied) Video equipment...
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... (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal. HDMI cable (not supplied) Video equipment HDMI output connector 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...
... (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal. HDMI cable (not supplied) Video equipment HDMI output connector 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...
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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. 14 Connecting the Projector 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. 14 Connecting the Projector 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.
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... projected image for each input signal. Full: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size changing the aspect ratio of the input signal. 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..... The Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to 16:9. Full 3: Displays the image to fit the maximum width or height, up to 16:9. VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235: When the video signal is input 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3. ...
... projected image for each input signal. Full: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size changing the aspect ratio of the input signal. 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..... The Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to 16:9. Full 3: Displays the image to fit the maximum width or height, up to 16:9. VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235: When the video signal is input 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3. ...
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... select "Full2," the image is projected in the same resolution as illustrated below . In this a case, select "Zoom." Video signal 24 The Screen Menu Aspect VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235 Input signal 4:3 Recommended setting value and projected image Full1*1 *2 *3 *1: If you select "Normal," the image is projected to 4:3 image, the top and bottom...
... select "Full2," the image is projected in the same resolution as illustrated below . In this a case, select "Zoom." Video signal 24 The Screen Menu Aspect VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235 Input signal 4:3 Recommended setting value and projected image Full1*1 *2 *3 *1: If you select "Normal," the image is projected to 4:3 image, the top and bottom...
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....*1 CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed caption service (captions or text). On/Off: When set by the value of "Volume." *3: VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only. 26 The Function Menu To not output sound from the speaker, select "Off." Items Volume*3 Mic Volume*3 Speaker*3 Smart...
....*1 CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed caption service (captions or text). On/Off: When set by the value of "Volume." *3: VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only. 26 The Function Menu To not output sound from the speaker, select "Off." Items Volume*3 Mic Volume*3 Speaker*3 Smart...
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...source Projected image size Luminous flux (Brightness) Speaker (VPLEW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/ EX255/EX235 only) Applicable scanning frequency*1 Resolution*1 Color system Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 3 LCD system Effective display size VLW-EW295: 0.75 inch (19.0 mm), 3 plate panels,... Manual High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type 40 inches to 300 inches (1.02 m to 7.62 m) VPL-EW295/EX295/EX290: 3800 lm VPL-EW255: 3200 lm VPL-EW235: 2700 lm VPL-EX255/EX250: 3300 lm VPL-EX235/EX230: 2800 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") 16 W × 1 (...
...source Projected image size Luminous flux (Brightness) Speaker (VPLEW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/ EX255/EX235 only) Applicable scanning frequency*1 Resolution*1 Color system Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 3 LCD system Effective display size VLW-EW295: 0.75 inch (19.0 mm), 3 plate panels,... Manual High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type 40 inches to 300 inches (1.02 m to 7.62 m) VPL-EW295/EX295/EX290: 3800 lm VPL-EW255: 3200 lm VPL-EW235: 2700 lm VPL-EX255/EX250: 3300 lm VPL-EX235/EX230: 2800 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") 16 W × 1 (...
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...sync negative, 75 ohms terminated, C: (burst signal) 0.286 (NTSC)/0.3 (PAL/SECAM) Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated Audio input connector (VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/ EX295/EX255/EX235 only): Phono jack × 2, rated input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms VIDEO (VIDEO IN) Video input ...Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated, Sync signal: HD, VD 4 V (open), 1 Vp-p (75 ohms), positive/negative Audio output connector (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only): Stereo mini jack, 1 Vrms (maximum volume, when inputting 500 mVrms), output impedance 5 kohms RS-232C connector: D-Sub 9-...
...sync negative, 75 ohms terminated, C: (burst signal) 0.286 (NTSC)/0.3 (PAL/SECAM) Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated Audio input connector (VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/ EX295/EX255/EX235 only): Phono jack × 2, rated input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms VIDEO (VIDEO IN) Video input ...Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated, Sync signal: HD, VD 4 V (open), 1 Vp-p (75 ohms), positive/negative Audio output connector (VPL-EW295/EW255/ EW235/EX295/EX255/EX235 only): Stereo mini jack, 1 Vrms (maximum volume, when inputting 500 mVrms), output impedance 5 kohms RS-232C connector: D-Sub 9-...
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... Power requirements Power consumption Standby power Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)/10% to 90% (no condensation) 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-1.2 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-EW295: 100 V to 120 V AC: 309 W 220 V ...
... Power requirements Power consumption Standby power Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)/10% to 90% (no condensation) 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-1.2 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-EW295: 100 V to 120 V AC: 309 W 220 V ...
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...Mass Supplied accessories 62 Specifications Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 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... 25/32 × 9 29/32 inches) (without projecting parts) VPL-EW295: Approx. 4.1 kg (9 lb 1 oz) VPL-EW255: Approx. 3.9 kg (8 lb 9 oz) VPL-EW235/EX235: Approx. 3.9 kg (8 lb 8 oz) VPL-EX295/EX255: Approx. 4 kg (8 lb 11 oz) VPL-EX290: Approx. 3.8 kg (8 lb 6 oz) VPL-EX250/EX230: Approx. 3.8 kg (8 lb 4 oz) See "Checking ...
...Mass Supplied accessories 62 Specifications Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 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... 25/32 × 9 29/32 inches) (without projecting parts) VPL-EW295: Approx. 4.1 kg (9 lb 1 oz) VPL-EW255: Approx. 3.9 kg (8 lb 9 oz) VPL-EW235/EX235: Approx. 3.9 kg (8 lb 8 oz) VPL-EX295/EX255: Approx. 4 kg (8 lb 11 oz) VPL-EX290: Approx. 3.8 kg (8 lb 6 oz) VPL-EX250/EX230: Approx. 3.8 kg (8 lb 4 oz) See "Checking ...
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...subject to change without notice. Clock Shield 2 T.M.D.S. 12 T.M.D.S. Data2 - 13 N.C. 4 T.M.D.S. Data0 - 19 Hot Plug Detect 10 T.M.D.S. Items Model Optional accessories*2 *3 Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 Projector Lamp LMP-E212 (for DDC 2 Video input 10 GND (green) G 3 Video input 11 GND (blue) B 4...in all countries and area. Data2 Shield Clock - 3 T.M.D.S. Data1+ 14 RESERVED (N.C.) 5 T.M.D.S. 15 SCL Data1 Shield 6 T.M.D.S. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. Data2+ 11 T.M.D.S. Data1 - 16 SDA 7 T.M.D.S.
...subject to change without notice. Clock Shield 2 T.M.D.S. 12 T.M.D.S. Data2 - 13 N.C. 4 T.M.D.S. Data0 - 19 Hot Plug Detect 10 T.M.D.S. Items Model Optional accessories*2 *3 Descriptions VPL-EW295/EW255/EW235/EX295/EX290/EX255/EX250/ EX235/EX230 Projector Lamp LMP-E212 (for DDC 2 Video input 10 GND (green) G 3 Video input 11 GND (blue) B 4...in all countries and area. Data2 Shield Clock - 3 T.M.D.S. Data1+ 14 RESERVED (N.C.) 5 T.M.D.S. 15 SCL Data1 Shield 6 T.M.D.S. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. Data2+ 11 T.M.D.S. Data1 - 16 SDA 7 T.M.D.S.
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Others Projection distance table (VPL-EW295) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 100 inch (2.54m) 120 inch (3.05m) 150 inch (3.81m) 200 inch (5.08m...Distance L Distance L -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) -0.29 (-12) -0.29 (-12) -0.37 (-15) -0.37 (-15) -0.49 (-19) -0.49 (-19) Projection distance formula (VPL-EW295) D: Projected image size (Diagonal) H: Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Expression#1 (Projection distance L) Minimum Projection Distance L L=0.024366 × D-0.0315 (L=0.959286 × D-1.2399...
Others Projection distance table (VPL-EW295) Unit: m (inches) Projected image size Diagonal D Width × Height 80 inch (2.03m) 100 inch (2.54m) 120 inch (3.05m) 150 inch (3.81m) 200 inch (5.08m...Distance L Distance L -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10) -0.29 (-12) -0.29 (-12) -0.37 (-15) -0.37 (-15) -0.49 (-19) -0.49 (-19) Projection distance formula (VPL-EW295) D: Projected image size (Diagonal) H: Height H from center of lens to edge of screen Expression#1 (Projection distance L) Minimum Projection Distance L L=0.024366 × D-0.0315 (L=0.959286 × D-1.2399...