Sony LSPX-P1 User manual

Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector
LSPX-P1
Before first use
Checking the package contents [1]
Location of controls
Location of controls (Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector) [2]
Location of controls (Wireless unit) [3]
About the indicators [4]
The home screen of the special application [5]
Preparing
Projector install location [6]
Preparing the power
Charging the projector [7]
Battery duration of the projector [8]
Connect the Wireless unit to a wall outlet [9]
Turning the power on/off
Turning the projector on/off [10]
Placing the projector in standby status [11]

Installing the special application and performing the initial settings [12]
Connecting another device to the Wireless unit
Connecting an HDMI device or TV [13]
Connecting the IR Blaster [14]
How to use the special application
The home screen of the special application [15]
Updating the software [16]
Projecting the poster
Projecting the clock [17]
Projecting weather information [18]
Projecting a slideshow [19]
Setting the photo change interval [20]
Projecting a smartphone’s photo/movie
Projecting a smartphone’s photo/movie [21]
Using the mirroring function to project the smartphone’s screen

Using the mirroring function to project the smartphone’s screen [22]
Projecting photos/movies from a device on the home network
Projecting photos/movies from a device on the home network [23]
Projecting images from the HDMI device connected to the Wireless
unit
Projecting images from the HDMI device connected to the Wireless unit [24]
Settings
Adjusting the volume/picture
Adjusting the volume [25]
Adjusting the brightness [26]
Adjusting the focus [27]
Keystone correction [28]
Rotating the projected image [29]
Setting auto on/standby [30]
Adjusting the picture settings [31]
Adjusting the sound quality (xLOUD) [32]
Configuring the network settings

Changing the device name of the projector [33]
Connecting to an access point [34]
Connecting via Wi-Fi Direct [35]
Checking the signal strength [36]
Confirming registration when connecting a smartphone [37]
Managing smartphones to be connected [38]
Checking the Wi-Fi MAC address [39]
Setting the language for the projector [40]
Updating the software [41]
Resetting to the initial settings [42]
Deleting contents stored in the projector [43]
Checking the projector to be operated using the special application [44]
Pairing the projector and Wireless unit again [45]
Precautions/specifications
Precautions [46]
Cleaning [47]
Specifications [48]
Battery duration of the projector [49]
Trademarks [50]

About licenses [51]
Troubleshooting/frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
The color is not correct. [52]
The projected image is distorted. [53]
There are shadows on the projected image. [54]
The projected images flicker, or small point noises are displayed. [55]
The focus cannot be adjusted [56]
Images from the HDMI device are not projected, or the picture quality is poor. [57]
The projection screen dims automatically, or the projection screen turns off. [58]
Poor picture quality. [59]
Cannot operate with the special application. [60]
[1] Before first use
Checking the package contents
After opening the package, check that all items in the list are included in the package. If any item is
missing, contact your dealer.
Numbers in ( ) indicate the item quantities.
Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector (LSPX-P1) (1)
Wireless unit (LSPX-PT1) (1)
AC adaptor VGP-AC19V77 (19.5 V / for the projector) (1)
AC adaptor LSPX-AC5V2 (5 V / for Wireless unit) (1)
Power cord (2)
IR Blaster (1)
Startup Guide (1)
Reference Guide (1)
Warranty (1)

[2] Before first use
Location of controls
Location of controls (Portable Ultra Short Throw
Projector)
The location of controls of the projector is described below.
Ventilation holes (intake/exhaust)
1. Projection window
Projects images onto a wall, table or floor.
2.
Remote control receiver
Receives signals from the HDMI device’s remote control to transfer the signals to the HDMI
device connected to the Wireless unit, thus allowing you to operate the HDMI device. The
Wireless unit and the HDMI device should be connected via the IR Blaster (supplied).
3.
Speakers
4. Power indicator
Indicates the status of the power and battery of the projector.
5.
Power button
Press and hold to turn the projector on/off. Press lightly while the projector is turned on to switch
between standby/power-on.
6.
Illumination sensor
Measures the ambient illumination to adjust the projection screen brightness.
7.
DC IN 19.5V jack
Connect the AC adaptor VGP-AC19V77 (supplied).
8.

[3] Before first use
Location of controls
Location of controls (Wireless unit)
The location of controls of the Wireless unit is described below.
Distance sensor
Measures the distance between the projector and the projection surface.
9.
RESET button
Resets and restarts the projector.
10
.
Charge indicator
Turns on during charging.
11
.
Power jack for the stand (sold separately)
Supplies power to the floor stand (sold separately) when the projector is mounted on the stand.
12
.
HDMI IN connector
Connect an HDMI device with a commercially available HDMI cable. You can project images from
the connected device.
1.
HDMI OUT connector
Connect a TV with a commercially available HDMI cable. You can display images from the device
connected to the Wireless unit onto the TV screen.
2.

[4] Before first use
Location of controls
About the indicators
The meanings of the indicators of the projector and the Wireless unit are shown below:
Projector indicators
IR BLASTER connector
Connect the IR Blaster (supplied)
3.
DC IN 5V jack
Connect the AC adaptor LSPX-AC5V2 (supplied).
4.
PAIRING button
The projector and the Wireless unit have already been paired (connection setting) at the time of
purchase. When the pairing is removed, such as after maintenance, use this PAIRING button to
pair them again.
5.
Indicator
Indicates the status of the Wireless unit.
6.
Power indicator
Turned off: The power is off.
Turned on in white (dim): The projector is in standby status.
Turned on in white (bright): The power is on.
Flashing in red
Flashing every four seconds: The battery is low.
Flashing every two seconds: The temperature inside the projector is too high or too low.
1.

Wireless unit indicator
Turned on in white: Connected with the projector.
It lights in white when connected to the wall outlet while the Wireless unit is turned off. The
indicator turns off when the Wireless unit is ready to use.
Flashing in white every second: Software update is in progress.
[5] Before first use
Location of controls
The home screen of the special application
The items displayed in the home screen of “Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application” are
described.
Leave the projector at room temperature for a while, then turn in on again.
Flashing three times every three seconds: The projector is malfunctioning. Consult your
dealer.
Charge indicator
Turned off: Recharging is complete.
Turned on: Charging.
2.

(Settings) button
Displays the setting menu.
1.
(standby/power-on) button
Switches between standby and power-on.
2.
Projector remaining battery life
3. Poster button
Places the projector in poster mode.
Tap this button to project a poster, to use the screen mirroring function to project the
smartphone’s screen, or to project photos or movies from a device on the home network.
The projector is automatically placed in poster mode just after it is turned on. Tap this to place it
in poster mode manually.
Tap the button under [Poster] to change the poster type.
4.
“HDMI” button
Places the projector in “HDMI” mode.
Tap this button to project images from the HDMI device connected to the Wireless unit.
5.
(control panel) button
Opens the control panel. You can change the screen brightness, volume, etc.
6.
Photo cast button
Tap this button to project a photo or movie stored in the smartphone using the special application.
7.

About the notification screen on the smartphone
When the smartphone and projector are connected, the notification of “Portable Ultra Short Throw
Projector Application” is displayed in the notification screen on the smartphone. In this notification,
you can switch the projector between standby and power-on, and adjust the volume.
Flick down from the top edge of the smartphone’s screen to open the notification screen. With an
iPhone, tap “Today” (a) to see the notification of this application.
Android smartphone
iPhone
Standby/power-on button

Hint
When two or more projectors are registered to the special application, the device name currently
connected is displayed on the home screen.
The notification screen may vary depending on the smartphone.
[6] Preparing
Projector install location
In addition to a wall, the projector can project photos and movies onto a table or floor. Place the
projector in a location appropriate for the projection surface.
Projecting onto the wall
The projected image size varies according to the distance from the wall.
0 cm: 22 inches
Approx. 9 cm: 40 inches
Approx. 19 cm: 60 inches
Approx. 28 cm: 80 inches
Projecting onto a table or floor
The projected image size is 22 inches.
1.
Volume adjustment button
2.

Hint
When the projector is lifted up and moved, the projection light is dimmed to prevent it entering the eye.
[7] Preparing
Preparing the power
Charging the projector
A lithium-ion rechargeable battery is incorporated into the projector. When the remaining battery life
becomes low, the power indicator flashes in red. Connect the supplied AC adaptor to charge the
projector.
Connect the power cord (supplied) to the AC adaptor (19.5 V) for the projector (supplied).
1
Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19.5V jack of the projector.
2

Hint
It takes about four hours to fully charge a flat battery.
The charge indicator may turn on to check the remaining battery life even when the battery is fully
charged.
[8] Preparing
Preparing the power
Battery duration of the projector
The fully-charged projector can be used for approximately 2 hours.
Hint
This battery duration is when [Picture] is set to [Preset 1], the volume is set to approximately 80% and a
movie is played.
Battery duration may vary depending on the ambient temperature or other factors.
Battery duration may vary depending on your smartphone.
[9] Preparing
Preparing the power
Connect the Wireless unit to a wall outlet
Firmly insert the plug of the power cord into the wall outlet.
When charging starts, the charge indicator (a) turns on in amber. When charging is complete,
the charge indicator turns off.
3

[10] Preparing
Turning the power on/off
Turning the projector on/off
Connect the power cord (supplied) to the AC adaptor (5 V) for the Wireless unit
(supplied).
1
Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 5V jack of the Wireless unit.
2
Firmly insert the plug of the power cord into the wall outlet.
When the power plug is inserted into the wall outlet, the Wireless unit turns on and the white
indicator (a) turns on. When the unit is ready for use, the indicator turns off.
3

To turn on
Press and hold the power button (a). The projector is turned on, and the power indicator (b) turns on
in white.
To turn off
Press and hold the power button (a). The projector is turned off, and the power indicator (b) turns off.
To place the projector in standby status, lightly press the power button (a).
Hint
The Wireless unit is turned on when plugged in.
When you tap the (standby) button on the home screen of the special application “Portable Ultra
Short Throw Projector Application,” the projector is placed in standby mode. To turn the projector off,
press and hold the power button of the projector.
When the projector is turned off, it is also disconnected from the Bluetooth connection and access point
(wireless router).
[11] Preparing
Turning the power on/off
Placing the projector in standby status
When you are not going to use the projector for a while, place it in standby status to dim the
projection screen.
Entering standby status
Enter standby status either from the projector or the smartphone.

Projector body: Press the power button (a) lightly.
“Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application”: Tap the (power-on) button (c) on the
home screen.
The power indicator (b) remains lit in white when the projector is in standby status.
Resuming from standby status
Resume operation either from the projector or the smartphone.
Projector body: Press the power button (a) lightly.
“Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application”: Tap the (power-on) button (c) on the
home screen.
Hint
You can also use the notification of “Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application” displayed in the
notification area of the smartphone to switch between standby and power-on.
You can use [Auto on/standby] of “Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application” to place the projector
in standby status automatically in the following conditions.
When the projector is in poster mode and not operated for more than 20 minutes in a dark room
At the specified time
When your smartphone moves out of range of the projector (for example, you have moved away from
the projector with the smartphone)
[12] Preparing
Installing the special application and performing the
initial settings
Use the projector’s special application “Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application” to operate
and configure the projector. Install “Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application” to your
smartphone from Google Play store or App Store.
Compatible smartphone
Android
Android 4.4 or later (Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth Low Energy) compatible)
iPhone
Following devices with iOS 9: iPhone 4s or later, iPod Touch 5th generation or later, iPad 3rd

generation or later, iPad mini
Hint
Up to eight smartphones can be registered to the projector. When a further one is to be registered, the
oldest registration is overwritten by new one.
[13] Preparing
Connecting another device to the Wireless unit
Connecting an HDMI device or TV
You can connect an HDMI device such as a Blu-ray Disc™ recorder to the Wireless unit to project
images from the HDMI device.
To also display images from the HDMI device onto a TV screen, connect the TV to the Wireless unit.
An HDMI cable (sold separately) is necessary to connect an HDMI device.
Download and install “Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector Application” from Google
Play store or App Store.
http://www.sony.net/lspx-p1/store/
1
After the installation is complete, start “Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector
Application.”
2
Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the initial settings of “Portable Ultra Short
Throw Projector Application.”
3

Hint
Connecting the IR Blaster (supplied) allows you to operate the HDMI device by aiming its remote control
at the projector. This is useful when the projector and HDMI device are placed at distant locations.
When an interlaced video signal is input, the picture quality may be poor. Set the output resolution of the
HDMI device to “Auto,” “1080p,” or “720p.”
Connect the Wireless unit’s HDMI IN connector and the HDMI device’s HDMI OUT
connector with an HDMI cable (sold separately).
1
To also display images from the HDMI device onto a TV screen, connect the Wireless
unit’s HDMI OUT connector and the TV’s HDMI IN connector with an HDMI cable (sold
separately).
2

[14] Preparing Connecting another device to the Wireless unit
Connecting the IR Blaster
By connecting the Wireless unit and an HDMI device with the IR Blaster (supplied), you can operate
the HDMI device by aiming its remote control at the projector. This is useful when the projector and
HDMI device are placed at distant locations.
Connect the IR Blaster to the IR BLASTER connector of the Wireless unit.
1
Mount the IR BLASTER head on the HDMI device so that the head is aimed at the remote
control receiver of the device.
To locate the remote control receiver, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the HDMI
device.
2