Sony VPL-CW275 User manual

VPL-CW275 VPL-CW255
VPL-CX275 VPL-CX235
VPL-C200 Series
Basic Installation Projectors

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Installation Flexibility, Eco-Friendly, and Good TCO
with a Stylish Design
Installation Advantages
Vertical/Horizontal Keystone Distortion
With these projectors, keystone distortion of vertically up to
+/- 30 degrees and horizontally up to +/- 20 degrees can be
digitally corrected via the on-screen operation menu and/or
the Remote Commander®unit. This enables detailed images
to be projected with their correct geometry, even when
installation space is limited.
The VPL-C200 Series delivers installation flexibility, eco-friendly features, and a low total cost ownership in a
stylish design that blends into any decor. The image correction features and lens shift/zoom capability easily
allows users to fit an image onto the screen, even from an offset projection angle. Additionally, these projectors
are economically designed for optimum energy efficiency, thanks to their auto power saving function, picture
muting function with lamp control technology, long-lasting lamp, and low power consumption. The VPL-CW275
offers 5,100 lumens* brightness and the VPL-CW255 4,500 lumens*, and both models support wide screen
projection with WXGA resolution. The VPL-CX275 offers 5,200 lumens* brightness and the VPL-CX235 4,100
lumens*, and both provide high image quality with XGA resolution.
With all the features and functionality that you expect from Sony, particularly those for installation, projection,
usability, and maintenance, the VPL-C200 Series projectors are thoughtfully designed projectors for
environments ranging from middle- and large-sized classrooms to conference rooms and beyond.
* ISO 21118
Vertical keystone correction
Four corners correction
Horizontal keystone correction
Four sides correction
Convenient, Simple Projector Replacement
The standard 1.5x zoom lens enables installation flexibility
when replacing an existing projector with the VPL-C200 Series
projectors – there’s no need to change ceiling mount positions.
“Blend-in” Design
The VPL-C200 Series projectors showcase a new low-profile
chassis, so these projectors appear to blend into the ceiling or
wall on which they are mounted.
Good TCO, Energy Efficient Design
Long-lasting Lamp
By incorporating a high-performance lamp and advanced
lamp-control technology, the VPL-C200 Series projectors deliver
an extremely long lamp replacement time of up to 5,000 hours.*
* Approximate recommended period, in low mode.
simulated images
simulated images
simulated images
Conventional
model
Recommended lamp replacement time
3,000 hours
VPL-CW125
VPL-CX125
The lowest wattage setting. / The values are approximate.
VPL-CW255
VPL-CX235 5,000 hours
VPL-CW275/CX275: 4,000 hours
FEATURES
Advanced Geometric Correction
Each corner and side can be grabbed and fit squarely to
the desired position. This feature is useful when an offset
projection is necessary.
Fine Lens Shift
The lens shift function allows image position to be easily
fine-tuned vertically or horizontally.
5%
(3.3%, 5%)
5%
(3.3%, 5%)
3%
(2.5%, 4%) 3%
(2.5%, 4%)
VPL-CW275/CW255
(VPL-CX275, CX235)
Vertical shift range
Horizontal shift range

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Lamp Dimming Function
The VPL-C200 Series projectors are equipped with a lamp
dimming function. After 10 seconds of a static signal feed, the
lamp dims by approximate 15% which is hardly noticeable.
If one of these projectors is left powered on while not in
use, after a set period of time it will automatically detect no
change of signal input and will dim the lamp to as low as
approximate 30% of original brightness to significantly reduce
energy consumption.
Superb Picture Quality
Brilliant Color Performance
The VPL-C200 Series projectors adopt a 3LCD projection
system incorporating three LCD panels. This system enables
each projector to present bright and natural images.
By combining an advanced generation of inorganic LCD
panels that utilize Sony’s BrightEra®technology with a 3LCD
projection system, the VPL-C200 Series projectors offer high
picture quality and brightness.
High Resolution Lens
The VPL-C200 Series projectors incorporate a high-resolution
lens known as the Advanced Crisp Focus (ACF) lens. Its large
diameter and fine pitch ensure crisp pictures.
Picture Muting
The VPL-C200 Series projectors can temporarily
disable video signal output. This function can
be easily operated with just the touch of a
button on the supplied Remote Commander
unit. In addition, this function allows blank
image projection with low power consumption
using lamp control technology.
Conventional
model
Power consumption efciency (Lamp wattage (W) / Brightness (lm))
0.07 W/lm
VPL-CW125
VPL-CW255
0.05 W/lm
VPL-CW275: 0.056 W/lm
Lamp dimming scheme
simulated images
* Lamp high mode. The values are approximate.
The values are approximate.
Lamp and Filter Synchronized Maintenance
The expected lamp maintenance time for each model can
reach up to 5,000 hours* depending on the selected lamp
mode, and dust filters require the same maintenance interval.
Synchronizing the timing of lamp and filter maintenance
enables users to reduce the numbers of “ladder climbs” for
maintenance.
* VPL-CW255 and VPL-CX235
Auto Mode (Auto Brightness Adjustment Function)
The brightness of the lamp’s output is automatically adjusted
depending on the brightness of the projected image, to avoid
unnecessary power consumption.
When showing darker images that don’t require high
brightness, lamp output decreases.
ECO MODE Key
With a single push of the ECO MODE key on either the
projector or the supplied Remote Commander unit, users can
select an energy-saving setting from the ECO Mode menu.
ACF lens
Unoptimized lens
Lamp dimming
Input (image)
Lamp power*
100%
85%
(-15%)
30%
(-70%)
A B B CB
Slowly
Slowly Quickly
(Restart)
In useNot in useIn use
Automatically Automatically
Time
5/10/15/20 min.0 sec. 10 sec.
Lamp Drive
Example of
class room
Projection Blank Projection
Normal
condition
(100%)
Lamp 30% with blank image
Quick restartQuick restart
Class time Recess time Class time
The values are approximate.
Energy Saving Design
The VPL-C200 Series projectors offer remarkably low power
consumption, allowing users to help save on their electricity
expenses.
Simulated images
Lamp drive
High
For the VPL-CW275 and VPL-CX275.

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DIMENSIONS
CONNECTOR PANELS
4 7/16 (330.5)
4 1/8(104.5)
15 31/32 (406.0)
15 31/32 (406.0)
2 15/32 (63.0)
4 13/16 (122.3)
4 7/16 (113.0)
4 7/16 (330.5)
Unit: inches (mm)
12-bit 3D Gamma Correction
The VPL-C200 Series projectors incorporate 12-bit 3D gamma
correction circuitry to perform highly accurate gamma correction,
achieving smoother gradations and a richer gray scale.
Dynamic Detail Enhancer
This technology generates optimized images depending on
the type of input signal through the interlace-to-progressive
conversion processer.
HDMI Interface
The VPL-C200 Series projectors are equipped with a High-
Definition Multimedia Interface™ (HDMI), which is the latest
standard for digitally connecting to high-definition (HD) devices.
Other Features
Closed Captioning
Official teletext broadcasting, developed by the NCI, USA
Network and Control
Controls and monitors projector status
Compatible with various control systems

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SPECIFICATIONS
VPL-CW275 VPL-CX275
Display system 3 LCD system
Display device Size of effective display area 0.75” (19.1 mm) x 3, BrightEra,Aspect ratio: 16:10 0.79” (20.1 mm) x 3, BrightEra,Aspect ratio: 4:3
Number of pixels 3,072,000 (1280 x 800 x 3) pixels 2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) pixels
Projection lens Zoom Manual (Approx.x1.5)
Focus Manual
Lens shift Manual,Vertical: +/- 5%, Horizontal: +/- 3% Manual,Vertical: +/- 3.3%, Horizontal: +/- 2.5%
Throw Ratio 1.32:1 to 1.91:1 1.32:1 to 1.91:1
Light source High-pressure mercury lamp 280 W type
Recommended lamp replacement time*13000 H / 4000 H (Lamp mode: High / Standard)
Filter cleaning cycle*1Max. 4000 H, Same time as the lamp replacement is recommended
Screen size 40” to 300”(1.02 m to 7.62 m)
Light output (Lamp mode: High / Standard) 5100 lm / 4200 lm 5200 lm / 4400 lm
Color light output (Lamp mode: High / Standard) 5100 lm / 4200 lm 5200 lm / 4400 lm
Contrast ratio (full white / full black)*23000:1
Displayable scanning
frequency
Horizontal 19 kHz to 92 kHz
Vertical 48 Hz to 92 Hz
Display resolution Computer signal input Maximum display resolution:UXGA 1600 x 1200 dots*3
Panel display resolution: 1280 x 800 dots Panel display resolution: 1024 x 768 dots
Video signal input NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i
Color system NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60
Keystone correction Vertical: Max. +/- 30 degrees (auto)
Horizontal: Max. +/- 20 degrees
OSD language 23-languages (English, Dutch, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese,Turkish, Polish, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese,
Simplified Chinese,Traditional Chinese, Korean,Thai,Vietnamese,Arabic, Farsi, Indonesian, Finnish, Hungarian)
Computer and video
signal
input/output
INPUT A RGB / Y PBPRinput connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female)
Audio input connector:Stereo mini jack
INPUT B RGB input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female)
Audio input connector:Stereo mini jack
INPUT C HDMI input connector: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP support
Audio input connector:HDMI audio support
S VIDEO IN S video input connector: Mini DIN 4-pin
Audio input connector:Pin jack (x2) (shared with VIDEO IN)
VIDEO IN Video input connector: Pin jack
Audio input connector:Pin jack (x2) (shared with S VIDEO IN)
OUTPUT Monitor output connector*4: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female)
Audio output connector*5:Stereo mini jack (variable out)
Control signal input/output RS-232C connector: D-sub 9-pin (female)
LAN connector: RJ-45, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Speaker 10 W x 1 (monaural)
Operating temperature (Operating humidity) 32°F to 104°F / 0°C to 40°C (20% to 80%; no condensation)
Storage temperature (Storage humidity) 14°F to 140°F / -10°C to +60°C (20% to 80%; no condensation)
Power requirements AC 100 V to 240 V, 3.9 A to 1.7 A, 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Power consumption AC 100 V to 120 V 397 W / 345 W (Lamp mode: High / Standard) 390 W / 342 W (Lamp mode: High / Standard)
AC 220 V to 240 V 373 W / 323 W (Lamp mode: High / Standard) 367 W / 323 W (Lamp mode: High / Standard)
Standby mode power
consumption
AC 100 V to 120 V 3 W / <0.5 W (Standby mode: Standard / Low)
AC 220 V to 240 V 3 W / <0.5 W (Standby mode: Standard / Low)
Heat dissipation AC 100 V to 120 V 1352 BTU 1331 BUT
AC 220 V to 240 V 1273 BTU 1253 BUT
Outside dimensions W 15 31/32 x H 4 13/16 x D 13 inches (W 406 x H 122.3 x D 330.5 mm)
W 15 31/32 x H 4 7/16 x D 13 inches (W 406 x H 113 x D 330.5 mm) (without projecting parts)
Weight 12 lb 5 1/2 oz / 5.6 kg
Supplied accessories RM-PJ7 Remote Commander (1), Lithium battery: CR2025 (1),AC Power Cord (1), Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (1), Lens Cap (1), Quick
Reference Manual (1),Operating Instructions (1)
Replacement lamp LMP-C280
*1 The figures are the expected maintenance time and not guaranteed. They will depend on the environment or how the projector is used.
*2 This value is average.
*3 Available for the VESA Reduced Blanking signal.
*4 Not available in standby. From INPUT A and INPUT B.
*5 Works as an audio switcher function. Output from a selected channel; not available in standby.

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The values for mass and dimension are approximate.
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VPL-CW255 VPL-CX235
Display system 3 LCD system
Display device Size of effective display area 0.75” (19.1 mm) x 3, BrightEra,Aspect ratio: 16:10 0.63” (16 mm) x 3, BrightEra,Aspect ratio: 4:3
Number of pixels 3,072,000 (1280 x 800 x 3) pixels 2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) pixels
Projection lens Zoom Manual (Approx.x1.5)
Focus Manual
Lens shift Manual,Vertical: +/- 5%, Horizontal: +/- 3% Manual,Vertical: +/- 5%, Horizontal: +/- 4%
Throw Ratio 1.32:1 to 1.91:1 1.66:1 to 2.41:1
Light source High-pressure mercury lamp 245 W type
Recommended lamp replacement time*13000 H /4000 H / 5000 H (Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low)
Filter cleaning cycle*1Max. 5000 H, Same time as the lamp replacement is recommended
Screen size 40” to 300”(1.02 m to 7.62 m)
Light output (Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low) 4500 lm / 3400 lm / 2500 lm 4100 lm / 3100 lm / 2200 lm
Color light output (Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low) 4500 lm / 3400 lm / 2500 lm 4100 lm / 3100 lm / 2200 lm
Contrast ratio (full white / full black)*23700:1 3100:1
Displayable scanning
frequency
Horizontal 19 kHz to 92 kHz
Vertical 48 Hz to 92 Hz
Display resolution Computer signal input Maximum display resolution:UXGA 1600 x 1200 dots*3
Panel display resolution: 1280 x 800 dots Panel display resolution: 1024 x 768 dots
Video signal input NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i
Color system NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60
Keystone correction Vertical: Max. +/- 30 degrees (auto)
Horizontal: Max. +/- 20 degrees
OSD language 20-languages (English, Dutch, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese,Turkish, Polish, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese,
Simplified Chinese,Traditional Chinese, Korean,Thai,Vietnamese,Arabic, Farsi)
Computer and video
signal
input/output
INPUT A RGB / Y PBPRinput connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female)
Audio input connector:Stereo mini jack
INPUT B RGB input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female)
Audio input connector:Stereo mini jack
INPUT C HDMI input connector: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP support
Audio input connector:HDMI audio support
S VIDEO IN S video input connector: Mini DIN 4-pin
Audio input connector:Pin jack (x2) (shared with VIDEO IN)
VIDEO IN Video input connector: Pin jack
Audio input connector:Pin jack (x2) (shared with S VIDEO IN)
OUTPUT Monitor output connector*4: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female)
Audio output connector*5:Stereo mini jack (variable out)
Control signal input/output RS-232C connector: D-sub 9-pin (female)
LAN connector: RJ-45, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Speaker 10 W x 1 (monaural)
Operating temperature (Operating humidity) 32°F to 104°F / 0°C to 40°C (20% to 80%; no condensation)
Storage temperature (Storage humidity) 14°F to 140°F / -10°C to +60°C (20% to 80%; no condensation)
Power requirements AC 100 V to 240 V, 3.6 A to 1.4 A, 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Power consumption AC 100 V to 120 V 340 W / 280 W / 240 W (Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low)
AC 220 V to 240 V 320 W / 265 W / 225 W (Lamp mode: High / Standard / Low)
Standby mode power
consumption
AC 100 V to 120 V 3 W / <0.5 W (Standby mode: Standard / Low)
AC 220 V to 240 V 3 W / <0.5 W (Standby mode: Standard / Low)
Heat dissipation AC 100 V to 120 V 1160 BTU
AC 220 V to 240 V 1092 BTU
Outside dimensions W 15 31/32 x H 4 13/16 x D 13 inches (W 406 x H 122.3 x D 330.5 mm)
15 31/32 x H 4 7/16 x D 13 inches (W 406 x H 113 x D 330.5 mm) (without projecting parts)
Weight 12 lb 2 oz / 5.5 kg
Supplied accessories RM-PJ7 Remote Commander (1), Lithium battery: CR2025 (1),AC Power Cord (1), Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (1), Lens Cap (1),
Quick Reference Manual (1),Operating Instructions (1)
Replacement lamp LMP-C240
*1 The figures are the expected maintenance time and not guaranteed. They will depend on the environment or how the projector is used.
*2 This value is average.
*3 Available for the VESA Reduced Blanking signal.
*4 Not available in standby. From INPUT A and INPUT B.
*5 Works as an audio switcher function. Output from a selected channel; not available in standby.
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