Sony VPL-GTZ1 User manual

Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick
Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-GTZ1
4-547-802-11 (1)
Data Projector
© 2014 Sony Corporation

2Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Location of Controls
Front ................................................... 4
Rear/Bottom ....................................... 6
Remote Control .................................. 7
Connections and
Preparations
Installing the Unit .............................. 8
Adjusting the Projection Image .........8
Connecting to Video Equipment or a
Computer ...................................... 14
Projecting
Projecting the Picture ....................... 16
Turning Off the Power ................ 16
Watching 3D Video Images ............. 17
Using the 3D Glasses ................. 17
Using the Picture Position ................ 18
Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to
the Video Signal ........................... 19
Selecting the Picture Viewing
Mode ............................................. 21
Using the Menus
Operation through the Menus .......... 22
Picture Menu .................................... 24
Advanced Picture Menu ................... 29
Screen Menu .................................... 30
Setup Menu ...................................... 32
Function Menu ................................. 34
Installation Menu ............................. 36
Information Menu ............................ 39
About the Preset Memory .......... 39
Using Network Features
Displaying the Control Window of the
Unit with a Web Browser ..............40
Operating the Control Window ........41
Switching the Page ......................41
Setting the Access Limitation .....41
Confirming the Information
Regarding the Unit ..................41
Error Handling
Troubleshooting ................................42
About Indicators ...............................45
Message Lists ...................................46
Others
Updating the Software ......................47
About x.v.Color ................................47
About the Simulated 3D Feature ......48
Cleaning ............................................48
Specifications ...................................49
Preset Signals ..............................50
Input Signals and Adjustment/
Setting Items ............................52
Compatible 3D Signals ...............53
3D Signals and Adjustment/Setting
Items ........................................53
Aspect Mode ...............................55
Storage Conditions of Adjustment/
Setting Items ............................55
Installation Distance and Projection
Image Size .....................................57
Dimensions .......................................60
NOTICES AND LICENCES
FOR SOFTWARE USED IN THIS
PRODUCT ....................................63

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Table of Contents
Index ................................................. 79

4Front
Front
The buttons on the control panel function the same as those on the remote control.
Indicators and remote control
detector
aWARNING1 indicator (page 45)
bLED indicator (page 9)
cWARNING2 indicator (page 45)
dRemote control detector
(page 8)
Connector and control panel
eHDMI 3 connector (page 14)
fLENS button (page 8)
gM/m/</,(arrow)/ (enter)
button (page 22)
hMENU button (page 22)
iINPUT button (page 16)
j?/1(ON/STANDBY) button
(page 9)
Tip
The door opens by pulling the side of the door.
Location of Controls
Control panelConnector

5
Front
Location of Controls
Others
kVentilation holes (exhaust)
lVentilation holes (intake)
If you look through the projection window
(lens) while the unit is projecting, the light
may damage your eyes. Take special caution
when using the unit around children.
Note

6Rear/Bottom
Rear/Bottom
Connectors
aHDMI 1/HDMI 2/HDMI 4
connector (page 14)
bREMOTE connector
Connects to a system for remote control,
etc.
cIR IN connector
Inputs signals to control the unit.
dUSB connector (page 47)
eLAN connector (page 40)
CAUTION
For safety, do not connect the connector for
peripheral device wiring that might have
excessive voltage to this port. Follow the
instructions for this port.
Others
fAC IN socket
gProjection window (lens)
Projects a video from this window.
hFeet (adjustable) (page 13)
iVentilation holes (intake)

7
Remote Control
Location of Controls
Remote Control aLIGHT button
Illuminates the buttons on the remote
control.
bInfrared transmitter
c?/1(ON/STANDBY) button
(page 9)
dINPUT button (page 16)
eCALIBRATED PRESET buttons
(page 21)
fPATTERN button (page 10)
gRESET button (page 23)
hM/m/</,(arrow)/ (enter)
buttons (page 22)
iMENU button (page 22)
jASPECT button (page 19)
kCOLOR SPACE button (page 28)
lCOLOR TEMP button (page 26)
mGAMMA CORRECTION button
(page 27)
nMOTIONFLOW button (page 25)
o3D button (page 17)
pCOLOR CORRECTION button
(page 27)
qREALITY CREATION button
Not used on this unit.
rCONTRAST ENHANCER button
(page 25)
sSHARPNESS button (page 26)
tBRIGHTNESS button (page 25)
uCONTRAST button (page 25)

8Installing the Unit / Adjusting the Projection Image
This section describes how to install the unit, how to connect the equipment from which you
want to project a picture, etc.
Installing the Unit
The installation distance between the unit
and a projection surface varies depending on
the projection size and whether or not you
use the zoom features. Install this unit so that
it fits the desired projection size.
For details on the distance between the unit
and the projection surface (the projection
distance) and the size of projected video, see
“Installation Distance and Projection Image
Size” (page 57).
1Position the unit so that the unit is
parallel to the projection surface.
Top view
2Project an image on the projection
surface and adjust the picture so that it
fits the projection surface (page 8).
• When using a projection surface with an
uneven surface, stripes may rarely appear on
the projection surface depending on the
distance between the projection surface and
the unit or the zooming magnifications. This
is not a malfunction of the unit.
• The projection picture may be distorted if the
projection surface is not flat.
Adjusting the
Projection Image
Project an image on the projection surface
and then adjust the projection image.
Tips
• The ?/1(ON/STANDBY), INPUT, MENU,
and M/m/</,/ (joystick) buttons on
the front panel of the unit function the same
as those on the remote control. The LENS
button functions in the same way as the
PATTERN buttons of the remote control.
Connections and Preparations
Notes
Projection surface
Remote control detector

9
Adjusting the Projection Image
Connections and Preparations
• When adjusting the lens, each time you press
the LENS button on the unit, the lens
adjustment function switches as follows.
Depending on the installation location of the
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
unit.
1After connecting the AC power cord to
the unit, plug the AC power cord into
a wall outlet.
The unit goes into standby mode.
2Press the ?/1(ON/STANDBY) button
to turn on the unit.
The LED indicator lights in white.
Tip
The LED indicator does not light when
“Illumination” is set to “Off” on the Installation
menu.
3Use the Picture Position function that
matches the projection size.
This setting is available in “Picture
Position” of the Screen menu
(page 30).
* Approximate adjustment value. When
the setting is overwritten in “Picture
Position” of the Screen menu
(page 30), it cannot be returned to the
default setting.
To perform further adjustment or change
the image size by using the zoom
function, follow the steps 4to 6.
Note
Image size
(for
maximum
zoom)
Installation
distance
(from a
projection
surface to
the rear of
the unit)
Destination
for
adjustment*
147- to
132-inch
11 to 17 cm
(4.3 to 6.7
inches)
Picture
Position
Custom 1
132- to
121-inch
6 to 11 cm
(2.4 to 4.3
inches)
Picture
Position
Custom 2
121- to
113-inch
3 to 6 cm
(1.2 to 2.4
inches)
Picture
Position
Custom 3
113- to
106-inch
0 to 3 cm
(0 to 1.2
inches)
Default
setting

10 Adjusting the Projection Image
4Press the PATTERN button repeatedly
to display the ZOOM adjustment
window, and adjust the size of the
picture by pressing the M/m/</,
buttons.
To make the picture larger, press M/,.
To make the picture smaller, press m / < .
Tip
• When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the
Installation menu, you cannot adjust
the lens (ZOOM, FOCUS, CORNER
CORRECTION).
• When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the
Function menu, the test pattern is not
displayed (page 35).
5Press the PATTERN button repeatedly
to display the FOCUS adjustment
window, and adjust the focus of the
center of the picture.
When the display changes to the FOCUS
function after adjusting the picture size
with the ZOOM function, the focus of
the center area is adjusted automatically.
For the further adjusting, use the M/m/
</,buttons.
6Press the PATTERN button repeatedly
to display the CORNER
CORRECTION adjustment window,
and adjust the focus and distortion on
the top corner of the picture by
pressing the M/m/</, buttons.

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Adjusting the Projection Image
Connections and Preparations
7Check if the upper side and lower side of the picture are parallel.
If not, install the unit in a position parallel to the projection surface (a=b).
8Check if the lower side of the picture is horizontal.
If not, use the left/right feet (adjustable) to keep the unit level. For details of adjusting the
feet, see page 13.
Image distortion Installation state to the projection surface
(Top view)
Image distortion Feet adjustment
ab
a > b
ab
a < b

12 Adjusting the Projection Image
9Check if the left side and right side of the picture are vertical.
If not, use the foreground feet (adjustable) to keep the unit vertical to the projection
surface. For details of adjusting the feet, see page 13.
10 Repeat steps 4and 5.
Make the frame of the projection
surface rectangular and parallel to the
floor to finish the installation.
Image distortion Installation state to the
projection surface
(Side view)
Feet adjustment
c > 90°
c < 90°

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Adjusting the Projection Image
Connections and Preparations
To adjust the feet
You can adjust the height by using the six
feet at the bottom of the unit.
1Loosen the fixing nut by turning it to
the left when viewed from the top.
2Turn the adjusting nut to adjust the
length of the foot.
Extending: Turn the adjusting nut to the
right (clockwise) when viewed from the
top.
Contracting: Turn the adjusting nut to
the left (counterclockwise) when
viewed from the top.
3Tighten the fixing nut by turning it to
the right when viewed from the top.
Tips
• Use the supplied adjustment tool for
adjusting the feet.
• The height does not change if you turn the
foot.
• Be careful not to catch your finger when
turning the fixing nut or adjusting nut.
• You can adjust the foot height up to 60 mm.
If the foot height is more than 70 mm, the
foot may come off and the unit may drop
causing an injury.
Tips
• Note that more detailed adjustment is
possible for the Edge Blending function
when using multiple units in a line with a PC
application.
For more details, consult with qualified Sony
personnel.
• When multiple projectors are set up in a line,
the temperature inside the projectors may
increase due to exhaust vent proximity, and
an error indication may result.
In this case, space the projectors farther apart
and/or install deflection partitioning between
them.
For more details, consult with qualified Sony
personnel.
Notes
Fixing nut
Adjusting nut
Foot
Foot
height

14 Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer
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:
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
• Use the proper cables for each connection.
• Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or poor
picture quality. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable
itself.
• Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
Rear of the unit
Equipment with HDMI
output connectors
Computer
to HDMI
output
HDMI cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow Use a high-speed HDMI cable on which the cable type logo
is specified. (Sony products are recommended.)
Front of the unit

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Connecting to Video Equipment or a Computer
Connections and Preparations
• Use a high-speed HDMI cable. With a standard HDMI cable, images of 1080p, DeepColor, 3D
video and 4K video may not be displayed properly.
• When connecting an HDMI cable to the unit, make sure the Vmark on the upper part of the HDMI
input of the unit and the vmark on the connector of the cable are faced at each other.
• If the picture from equipment connected to the unit with an HDMI cable is not correct, check the
settings of the connected equipment.
• If you set your computer to output the signal to both the computer’s display and this equipment,
the picture of the equipment may not appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to
only the external monitor. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your
computer. For settings of the computer, consult with the manufacturer of the computer.
Notes

16 Projecting the Picture
.
This section describes how to operate the unit to view a picture from the equipment connected
to the unit. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste.
Projecting the
Picture
1Turn on both the unit and the
equipment connected to the unit.
2Press INPUT to display the input
palette on the projection surface.
3Select the equipment from which you
want to display images.
Press INPUT repeatedly or press M/m/
(enter) to select the equipment from
which to project.
Tips
• When “Status” is set to “Off” on the Setup
menu, the input palette does not appear.
Press the INPUT button to switch between
input terminals sequentially.
• You can change the language for the menu
and on-screen displays in “Language” on the
Setup menu (page 32).
1Press the ?/1(ON/STANDBY)
button.
The message “POWER OFF?” appears.
2Press the ?/1(ON/STANDBY) button
again before the message disappears.
The LED indicator turns off.
You can disconnect the AC power cord.
• Never disconnect the AC power cord while
the unit is turned on.
• The LED indicator does not change when
“Illumination” is set to “Off” on the
Installation menu,
You can turn off the unit by holding the ?/1
(ON/STANDBY) button for about 1 second,
instead of performing the above steps.
Projecting
Example: To view the picture from the
video equipment connected to the HDMI
1 connector of this unit.
Turning Off the Power
Notes

17
Watching 3D Video Images
Projecting
Watching 3D Video
Images
You can enjoy powerful 3D video images,
such as from 3D games and 3D Blu-ray
Discs, using the optional Active 3D Glasses
(TDG-BT500A).
1Turn on the HDMI equipment for 3D
compatibility connected to the unit,
then play the 3D content.
For details on how to play 3D content,
refer to the operating instructions for the
connected equipment.
2Turn on the unit and project the 3D
video image.
For details on how to project the image,
see “Projecting the Picture” (page 16).
3Turn on the 3D glasses, and then put
them on so that they fit comfortably.
For details on how to use the 3D glasses,
see “Using the 3D Glasses” (page 17).
Tips
• The factory default setting for “2D-3D
Display Sel.” is “Auto” to allow projecting
3D video images automatically when the unit
detects 3D signals.
• To convert 3D video images to 2D video
images, set “2D-3D Display Sel.” to “2D”
(page 34).
• It may not be possible to display 3D video
image, depending on the type of signal. Set
the “2D-3D Display Sel.” to “3D,” and “3D
Format” to “Side-by-Side” or “Over-Under”
to suit the format of the 3D content you want
to watch (page 34).
• Use the 3D glasses within the
communication range (page 17).
• There are differences in perception of 3D
video images among individuals.
• When the temperature of the usage
environment is low, the 3D effect may be
diminished.
Adjusting/Setting the 3D functions
You can adjust/set the 3D functions by
pressing the 3D button on the remote control
or with the “3D Settings” of the Function
menu. For details, see “3D Settings”
(page 34).
1Turn on the 3D glasses, and register
them on the unit.
For details on how to register the 3D
glasses, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the 3D
glasses.
2Put on the 3D glasses.
Precautions for use
Misoperation may occur if:
• The viewing position is too far from the
projector
• There are other communication devices,
such as a wireless LAN (IEEE802.11 b/g/
n) or a microwave with a bandwidth of 2.4
GHz, near the unit
3D glasses communication range
The following figure indicates the
communication range of the 3D glasses. If
you try to watch 3D video images from a
distance greater than the communication
range or install the unit outside the
communication range, the 3D glasses may
not be able to display the images properly.
Also, the distance varies depending on the
environment of the room and installation
environment of the unit.
Notes
Using the 3D Glasses

18 Using the Picture Position
Top view
Side view
Using the Picture
Position
You can recall the stored lens settings (lens
zoom, lens focus, lens corner correction) and
aspect ratio.
Use this function for changing projection
image size of multiple pictures, etc.
1Select “Custom 1”, “Custom 2”, or
“Custom 3” in “Picture Position” of
the Screen menu.
The picture position that you selected is
recalled.
Tip
Store or delete the lens settings in the “Picture
Position” of the Screen menu (page 30).
I
• If you press any button on the remote control
or the unit while the lens is moving, the lens
stops. In this case, select the lens position
again or adjust the lens manually.
• The Picture Position function is not
guaranteed to reproduce the lens settings
precisely.
• When you use the subtended angle of two or
more aspects using lens zoom, install the unit
within the specified parameters referring to
“Installation Distance and Projection Image
Size” (page 57).
Projection surface
10 m
(33 ft)
10 m
(33 ft)
Projector
10 m
(33 ft)
Projection
surface
10 m
(33 ft)
Projector
10 m
(33 ft)
Notes

19
Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal
Projecting
Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the
Video Signal
You can select an aspect ratio best suited for
the video signal received.
Press ASPECT.
Each time you press the button, you can
select the “Aspect” setting.You can also
select it using the menu (page 31).
ASPECT
button
Original image (for 16:9 display) Recommended setting and resultant images
1.85:1
Squeezed 1.85:1
1.85:1 Zoom
2.35:1
Squeezed 2.35:1
2.35:1 Zoom

20 Selecting the Aspect Ratio According to the Video Signal
• Selectable aspect modes vary depending on
the input signal (page 55).
• The aspect cannot be selected when a
computer signal is input, a signal with a
resolution of 4096 × 2160 is input (page 50),
or “V Keystone” is set to other than “0” on
the Installation menu.
Notes on switching the “Aspect”
setting
• Select the aspect mode taking into account
that changing the aspect ratio of the
original picture will provide a different
look from that of the original image.
• Note that if the unit is used for profit or for
public viewing, modifying the original
picture by switching the aspect may
constitute an infringement of the rights of
authors or producers, which are legally
protected.
Original image (for 16:9 display) Recommended setting and resultant images
1.78:1 (16:9)
1.33:1 (4:3)
1.33:1 (4:3) with side panels
Normal
Squeezed
Stretch
Notes