4-593-103-11 (2)

Data
Projector

Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

VPL-DX270/DX240/DX220
VPL-DW240
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.

© 2016 Sony Corporation

 Table of Contents

Overview Others
Location and Function of Controls .... 3 Indicators ..........................................29
Main Unit ..................................... 3 Messages List ...................................31
Terminal Panel .............................. 4 Troubleshooting ................................32
Remote Commander and Control Replacing the Lamp ..........................34
Panel Keys ................................. 5 Cleaning the Air Filter ......................36
When Using the Projector by Mounting
Preparation It to a Ceiling ................................37
Removing the lens cap ................37
Connecting the Projector ................... 7 Attaching the dust cover .............37
Connecting a Computer ................ 7 Cleaning the air filter and its
Connecting a Video equipment .... 8 surroundings ............................38
Connecting to an external Carrying the unit ...............................38
device ........................................ 9 Specifications ...................................39
Supplying the power to the external Projection Distance ...........................44
device ........................................ 9
Dimensions .......................................49
Index .................................................52
Projecting an Image
Projecting an Image ......................... 10
Adjusting the Projected image ... 11
Turning Off the Power ................ 15

Adjustments and Settings

Using a Menu
Using a MENU ................................ 17
The Picture Menu ............................. 18
The Screen Menu ............................. 19
The Function Menu .......................... 23
The Operation Menu ........................ 24
The Connection/Power Menu .......... 25
The Installation Menu ...................... 27
The Information Menu ..................... 28

2 Table of Contents
B Overview

Location and Function of Controls

Main Unit

Overview
i Ventilation holes (exhaust)
1 Caution
2 Do not place anything near the ventilation
qg holes as this may cause internal heat
3 buildup. Do not place your hand near the
5 ventilation holes and the circumference as
4
this may cause injury.

j Lamp cover (page 34)

9 6
7 k Terminal panel (page 4)
qg l Security bar
Connects to a commercially available
8 security chain or wire.

qk m Security lock
Connects to an optional security cable
qj 0
manufactured by Kensington.
qa For details, visit Kensington’s web site.
qh qs http://www.kensington.com/
qg qd
n Control panel keys (page 5)
qf
o Ventilation holes (intake)
a Focus ring (page 11)
p Speaker
b Zoom ring (page 11)
q WARNING indicator (page 29)
c Lens
r ON/STANDBY indicator
d Remote control detector
(page 29)
e Foot adjust button (page 13)
f Front foot (adjustable) (page 13)
g Air filter cover/Ventilation holes
(intake) (page 36)
h Rear feet (page 13)

Location and Function of Controls 3

 Terminal Panel
VPL-DX220

6 2 4 1

VPL-DX240/DX270/DW240

65 3 24 1

Input (pages 7, 8) Output

a INPUT A e Power Supply*
Video: RGB/YPBPR input terminal USB terminal (Type A)(5V/2A)
* VPL-DX240/DX270/DW240 only
b INPUT B
Video: HDMI input terminal f AUDIO OUTPUT
Audio: HDMI input terminal Audio: Audio output terminal (AUDIO)
Note
c INPUT C*
The audio is output only when the INPUT B
Video: HDMI input terminal
terminal or the INPUT C terminal is selected.
Audio: HDMI input terminal
* VPL-DX240/DX270/DW240 only
Others
d VIDEO IN
Video: Video input terminal g AC IN (∼) socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.

4 Location and Function of Controls

 Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys
Remote Commander d Adjusting the image (page 11)
ASPECT key (page 19)
7 KEYSTONE key (page 14)

Overview
4 1 PATTERN key (page 12)
INPUT APA ECO MODE
APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key*
2 MENU RESET
6 (page 14)
Note
3 ENTER * Use this key when inputting a computer
signal via the RGB input terminal
RETURN
(INPUT A).
ASPECT KEYSTONE PATTERN

4
e Using various functions during
BLANK

D ZOOM VOLUME FREEZE MUTING 5

projecting
D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key*1
Enlarges the image with the center of it
as a starting point while projecting.
1 Press the D ZOOM + key to display
Control Panel Keys the digital zoom icon on the projected
image.
2 Press the V/v/B/b keys to move the
digital zoom icon to the point on the
image you want to enlarge.
3 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D
ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the
enlargement ratio. The image can be
enlarged up to 4 times.
Press the RESET key to restore the
a Turning on the power/Going to previous image.
standby mode
?/1 (On/Standby) key

b Selecting an input signal

(page 10)
INPUT key

c Operating a menu (page 17)

MENU key
RESET key
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
RETURN key

Location and Function of Controls 5

 BLANK key 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key
Cuts off the projected image to select “ECO” or “User” mode.
temporarily. Press again to restore the ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum
previous image. Picture muting helps energy-saving value.
reduce power consumption. Lamp Mode: Low
MUTING key With No Input: Standby
Mutes the audio output temporarily. With Static Signal: Lamp
Press again to restore the previous Dimming
volume. User: Sets each item of the ECO
mode menu as you desire (go to
VOLUME +/– key step 3).
Adjusts the volume output.
3 Select “User” then press the b key.
FREEZE key*2 The setting items appear.
Pauses a projected image. Press again to
restore the image. User
Notes Lamp Mode High
Auto Power Saving
*1: Use this key when inputting a
With No Input Off
computer signal. But it may not be With Static Signal Lamp Dimming
used depending on the resolution of
the input signal. :Sel :Set RETURN :Back
*2: Use this key when inputting a
computer signal. 4 Press the V/v key to select the item
then press the ENTER key.
5 Press the V/v key to select the setting
f Setting the energy–saving mode
value.
easily
6 Press the ENTER key.
ECO MODE key The screen returns to the previous
Energy-saving mode can be set easily. menu.
Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp For details on ECO Mode settings, see
Mode,” “With No Input,” and “With “Lamp Mode”, “With No Input” and
Static Signal.” “With Static Signal” on the Connection/
1 Press the ECO MODE key to display Power menu (page 25).
the ECO Mode menu.
g Infrared transmitter
ECO Mode Menu

ECO Mode
About remote commander operation
• Direct the remote commander toward the
ECO
User
remote control detector.
• The shorter the distance between the
:Sel RETURN :Back
remote commander and the projector is,
the wider the angle within which the
remote commander can control the
projector becomes.
• Make sure that nothing obstructs the
infrared beam between the remote
commander and the remote control
detector on the projector.

6 Location and Function of Controls

B Preparation

Connecting the Projector

Notes
• Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector.
• Use the proper cables for each connection.
• Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or
cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.
• For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.
• Use a no-resistance audio cable.

Preparation
Connecting a Computer

Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.

INPUT A
For connecting a computer with an RGB output terminal.
Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

RGB output
Computer terminal

INPUT B/INPUT C
For connecting a computer with an HDMI output terminal.

HDMI
HDMI output cable (not
terminal supplied)
Computer

Notes
• Only VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240 has the INPUT C terminal.
• Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.
• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are
recommended.)
• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
• The resolutions of the projected image may vary depending on the input terminals.
• It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-DX270/
DX240/DX220) or 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-DW240) for the external monitor.

Connecting the Projector 7

 Connecting a Video equipment
Connections with a DVD player or BD player are explained for each input signal.

VIDEO
For connecting video equipment with a video output terminal.
Video cable (not supplied)

Video output
terminal
Video equipment

INPUT A
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output terminal.
Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)

YPBPR output
terminal
Video equipment

INPUT B/INPUT C

For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output terminal.

HDMI
HDMI output
cable
terminal
(not
Video equipment supplied)

Notes
• Only VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240 has the INPUT C terminal.
• Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.
• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are
recommended.)
• The maximum resolution of the INPUT C terminal is set to 720p.

8 Connecting the Projector

 Connecting to an external device

INPUT C
For connecting an external device with an HDMI output terminal. Connect the external device
to INPUT C.

HDMI cable
HDMI output
(not supplied)
terminal
External

Preparation
device

Supplying the power to the external device

The unit supplies power (5V/2A maximum) via the USB cable to the external device (stick type
PC, etc.).

1 Connect the unit to the external device using the USB cable (with type A USB
terminal).

USB terminal
(Type A) USB cable
(type A USB terminal)

Stick type external devices with HDMI Power supply

output terminal, such as wireless devices, terminal
small-sized PC, etc. (not supplied)

Notes
• Use external devices with the appropriate specification for using this unit.
• If you connect the unit in wrong ways, the external device may cause a malfunction. In this
case, Sony assumes no responsibility.

2 Set “Power Supply” to “On” in the Connection/Power menu (page 25).

The unit supplies power to the external device through the USB cable.
Notes
• Only VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240 has the INPUT C terminal.
• Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.
• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital)
Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are
recommended.)
• The maximum resolution of the INPUT C terminal is set to 720p.

Connecting the Projector 9

 B Projecting an Image

Projecting an Image
The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install
the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances
and projected image sizes, see “Projection Distance” (page 44).

Input
Video
Input-A
Input-B
Input-C
Sel

3 5

2
Video equipment

Projector

1 Wall outlet 6

Computer

1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall 6 When projecting a computer image,
outlet. switch your computer’s output to
external display.
2 Connect all equipment to the projector The method to switch the output varies
(page 7). depending on the type of computer.
(Example)
3 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.
+
4 Turn on the connected equipment.
7 Adjust the focus, size and position of
5 Select the input source. the projected image (page 11).
Press the INPUT key on the projector to
display the menu for switching input
signal on the screen. Press the INPUT
key repeatedly, or press the V/v key to
select an image to be projected.

10 Projecting an Image
Adjusting the Projected image

Focus Size (Zoom) Position

Projecting an Image
Zoom ring Foot adjust
button
Front foot
(adjustable)

Focus ring Rear feet

Projecting an Image 11
 Display the templates and patterns for adjusting an image
Press the PATTERN key of the remote control to display the templates and patterns for
adjusting an image on the projected image. There are four templates and one pattern. Every
time you press the PATTERN key, the templates/pattern switch. Press the MENU button to
return to the previous image.

Template 1 Template 2

Template 3 Template 4

Pattern for adjusting an image

Returns to the previous image.

12 Projecting an Image
Adjusting with the foot adjust button
You can adjust the position of the projected image by tilting the projector with the foot adjust
button.
1 Press and hold the foot adjust button,
then lift up the front of the projector to
adjust the angle.

Projecting an Image
2 When the desired angle is achieved,
release the foot adjust button to lock the
position.

Notes
• Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers.
• Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the front foot (adjustable) extended.

Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image

Press the ASPECT key on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected
image. You can also change the setting in Aspect of the Screen menu (pages 19, 21).

Projecting an Image 13
 Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) *1
Keystone feature may not work automatically*2 when the screen is tilted. In this case, set
keystone manually.
1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation
menu.
2 Use the V/v/B/b the keys to set the value. The higher the value, the narrower the top of the
projected image. The lower the value, the narrower the bottom.
Notes
*1: Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.
*2: VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240 only.

Increase the number

towards plus

Increase the number

towards minus

Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a

signal is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment))
Press the APA key on the remote commander. Press again to cancel adjusting during the setting.
You can also set APA in the Screen Menu (page 20). If Smart APA in the Function menu is set
to “On”, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 23).

14 Projecting an Image
 Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 key on the unit or the remote commander.

The projector starts shutdown and turns off. If you press the ?/1 key within 10 seconds of
the message being displayed, shutdown is canceled.
When “Power Supply” is set to “On,” press start to display the message. After about ten
seconds, the lamp will turn off, and the unit continues to supply power. Select “Select
'Power Off' to shutdown.” to stop supplying power.

Projecting an Image
Press the power button while the message is displayed to light the lamp again.

Note
Do not turn off the projector soon after the lamp lights. It may cause a malfunction of the lamp
(does not light ,etc.).

2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.

Turning off without displaying the confirmation message

Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds (page 31).

Note
If you turn off the unit soon after the lamp is turned on, the confirmation message will be
displayed and may take a longer time for the unit to turn off.

Projecting an Image 15
 ECO gauge
This gauge indicates the current effectiveness of the projector’s ECO function.
(For details on the ECO function, see “ECO MODE key” (page 6) and “ECO” (page 25).)
The leaf icons are displayed when the projector is shut down. The number of displayed icons
varies according to how much energy is saved as a result of using the ECO function.

ECO gauge

16 Projecting an Image
B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU
Note
The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are
using.

1 Press the MENU key to display the operations in step 3 and then press the
menu. ENTER key to register the setting.
To return to the selection screen of the
2 Select the setting menu. setting items, press the B or RETURN
Use the V/v key to select the setting key. As an aid to setting or adjusting
menu then press the b key or ENTER items, you can press the RESET key to
key. return an item to its factory setting.

Setting menu Using a pop-up menu

Press the V/v/B/b key to select an item.
Picture
Picture Mode Standard
A selected item takes effect
Reset
Contrast
immediately, except “Language”, which
Brightness
Color
will take effect after you press the
Hue
Color Temp. Low
ENTER key.
Sharpness 30
Expert Setting
Picture Mode

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Vivid
Dynamic
:Sel :Set :Back
Standard
Presentation
Blackboard
3 Select the setting item. Whiteboard
Cinema
Use the V/v key to select the setting :Sel RETURN :Back
menu then press the b key or ENTER
key. Using the setting menu
To return to the selection screen of the Press the V/v key to select the item.
setting menu, press the B or RETURN A selected item takes effect
key. immediately. The previous screen is
restored.
Setting items Using the adjustment menu
Picture
To increase the value, press the V/b key
Picture Mode Standard and to decrease the number, press the
Reset
Contrast
Brightness
80 v/B key. If you press the ENTER key,
50
Color
Hue
50 the selected item takes effect
50
Color Temp.
Sharpness
Low immediately. The previous screen is
30
Expert Setting restored.
Contrast
:Sel :Set :Back

Adjust Back

4 Make the setting or adjustment for the

selected item. 5 Press the MENU key to clear the
The setting method varies, depending on menu.
the setting item. The menu disappears automatically if no
If the next menu window is displayed, operation is performed.
select the item according to the

Using a MENU 17
 The Picture Menu
The Picture menu is used to adjust the picture for each input signal.

Items Item descriptions

Picture Mode Vivid: Projects the image with a bright, explicit, and vivid picture.
Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and vivid picture.
Standard: Provides an image which is natural and well balanced.
Presentation*1: Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations.
Blackboard: Provides an image suitable for displaying on a blackboard.
Whiteboard: Provides an image suitable for displaying on a whiteboard.
Cinema: Provides an image suitable for viewing movies.
Reset*2 Resets to the factory setting.
Contrast The higher the value, the greater the contrast. The lower the value, the lower
the contrast.
Brightness The higher the value, the brighter the picture. The lower the value, the darker
the picture.
Color*3 *4 The higher the value, the greater the intensity. The lower the value, the lower
the intensity.
Hue*3 *4 *5 The higher the value, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the
value, the more reddish the picture becomes.
Color Temp.*6 High/Middle 1/Middle 2/Low: The higher the value, the more bluish the
picture becomes. The lower the value, the more reddish the picture becomes.
Sharpness The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the
softer the picture becomes.
Expert Setting
Gamma Graphics 1: Gamma correction to make halftones brighter. This setting is
Mode*1 *7 suitable when projecting highly colorful images, such as photos, in a bright
place.
Graphics 2: Gamma correction to improve the reproduction of halftones.
Highly colorful images, such as photos, can be reproduced in natural tones.
Graphics 3: Selects gamma correction to emphasize bright parts. Projects
images explicitly.

Notes
*1: When a computer signal is input, this option is available.
*2: The settings in the Picture menu return to their factory defaults, except for “Picture Mode”.
*3: When a video signal is input, this option is available.
*4: When the signal without color burst signal is input, this option is unavailable.
*5: When an analog TV signal is input, this option may not available, depending on the color system.
*6: When “Picture Mode” is set to the item other than “Presentation” or “Blackboard,” this option
is available.
*7: When “Picture Mode” is set to “Blackboard,” this option is unavailable.

18 The Picture Menu

 The Screen Menu
The Screen menu is used to adjust the size, position and aspect ratio of the projected image for
each input signal.

Items Item descriptions

*1
Aspect Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 21).
VPL-DX270/DX240/ 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
DX220: When the with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
computer signal is 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
input with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Full 1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image
size without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Normal: Displays the image on the center position of the
projected image without changing the resolution of the input
signal or enlarging the image.
VPL-DX270/DX240/ 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
DX220: When the with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
video signal is input 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Zoom: Zooms the center area of a projected image.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

VPL-DW240: When 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
the computer signal is with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
input 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Full 1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image
size without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Full 2: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image
size changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Full 3: Displays the image to fit the maximum width or height, up
to 1280 × 720 pixels, without changing the aspect ratio of the
input signal.
Normal: Displays the image on the center position of the
projected image without changing the resolution of the input
signal or enlarging the image.
VPL-DW240: When 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
the video signal is with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
input 16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
with an aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Full: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size
changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Zoom: Zooms the center area of a projected image.

The Screen Menu 19

 Items Item descriptions
Adjust Signal Adjusts the image of a computer signal. Use this item if the edge
of the image is cut, or is not displayed properly.
APA*2 *3 Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality
when you press the ENTER key (page 5).
Phase*2 Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal. Set
to the value where looks clearest.
Pitch*2 The higher the value, the wider the horizontal image elements
(pitch). The lower the value, the narrower the horizontal image
elements (pitch).
Shift*2 H (Horizontal): The higher the value, the farther right the image
is projected on the screen. The lower the value, the image farther
left.
V (Vertical): The higher the value, the farther up the image is
projected on the screen. The lower the value, the image farther
down.

Notes
*1: • Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture
by switching to the aspect mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or
producers, which are legally protected.
• Depending on the input signal, setting items for aspect ratio or some other setting items cannot
be set in some cases, or changing the aspect ratio setting may have no effect.
• A part of the image may be displayed in black, depending on the setting item.
*2: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input terminal (INPUT A).
*3: If the projected image includes large amount of black portion around it, the APA function will
not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen and also optimum
image cannot be obtained, depending on the type of input signal. In this case, adjust the “Phase,”
“Pitch,” and “Shift” items manually.

20 The Screen Menu

Aspect
VPL-DX270/DX240/DX220 *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is
projected in the same resolution as the
Input signal Recommended input signal without changing the aspect
setting value and ratio of the original image.
projected image
4:3 Full1*1

*2: If you select “4:3,” the image is projected

to fit the projected image size, regardless
of the aspect ratio of the image.
16:9 Full1*1 *2
Computer signal

*3: Depending on the input signal, the

projected image may be projected as
16:10 Full1*1 *2
illustrated below. In this case, select
“16:9.”

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

4:3 4:3*3
*4: Depending on the input signal, the
projected image may be projected as
illustrated below. In this case, select
Video signal

“Zoom.”

16:9 16:9*4

The Screen Menu 21

 VPL-DW240 *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is
projected in the same resolution as the
Input signal Recommended input signal without changing the aspect
setting value and ratio of the original image.
projected image
4:3 Full1*1 *2 *3

*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected

to fit the projected image size, regardless
of the aspect ratio of the image.
16:9 Full1*1 *2 *3
Computer signal

*3: If you adjust the projected image position

16:10 Full1*3 using an image with 16:9 aspect ratio and
then switch the input source to 4:3 image,
the top and bottom edge of the image may
be hidden. In this case, select “Full3.”

4:3 4:3*4 *5

*4: Depending on the input signal, the

projected image may be projected as
Video signal

illustrated below. In this case, select

“16:9.”
16:9 16:9

*5: Depending on the input signal, the image

may be projected as illustrated below. In
this case, select “Zoom.”

22 The Screen Menu

 The Function Menu
The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector.

Items Item descriptions

Presentation Timer Timer Set/Start: Sets the projecting time with the timer. Press the
ENTER key to start counting.
Size Fixed Small/Fixed Large/Auto: Selects the character size of the
timer. When set to “Auto,” the timer with the larger characters will be
displayed for three seconds once every minute (approx.). It informs the
passing of time to the presenter.
Position Bottom Right/Bottom Left/Top Right: Selects the position of the
timer.
Count UP/Down Up/Down: Selects counting up or counting down of the set time.
Volume The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the
value, the lower the audio volume.
Smart APA On/Off: When set to “On,” APA functions automatically when a
signal is input.*1
CC Display Off: Closed caption does not appear.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Selects the closed
caption service (captions or text).
Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 34).
Start Up Image On/Off: When set to “On,” the Start Up Image is displayed on the
screen when the projector is powered on.

Note
*1: APA functions when a computer signal is input via the RGB input terminal (INPUT A).

The Function Menu 23

 The Operation Menu
The Operation menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the remote
commander.

Items Item descriptions

Language Selects the language used in the menu and messages.
Status On: All on-screen statuses are enabled.
Off: Turns off the on-screen displays, except for menus, warning messages
and messages from the message list.
Set Password 1 Input the password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. (The
default setting password is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)
2 Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys.
3 Enter the password again to confirm.
Security Lock*1 On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to authorized users
by password. The setting procedures for security locking are as follows:
1 Select “On” and press the ENTER key to display the setting menu.
2 Input the password that is already set.
When it is set to “Off,” you can cancel the security lock. You are required to
input the password again.
If you fail to enter the correct password after three consecutive times, the
projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to go Standby mode
then turn on the power again.
Menu Settings Full: Locks all menu settings.
Lock*2 Startup: If this setting is set, the settings when the unit is turned on will be
locked. The settings can be changed when using the unit. If the unit is turned
off, the unit restores the initial settings (which are locked when the unit was
turned on).
Update: While set to “Startup,” the changed settings will be saved and locked
by selecting “Update.”
Control Key On/Off: When set to “On,” locks all the control panel keys of the projector.
Lock However, you can operate the following when set to “On”:
• Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during Standby
mode.
c The projector turns on.
• Press and hold the MENU key for approximately 10 seconds during power
on.
c “Control Key Lock” is set to “Off” and enables operation of all keys on
the projector.

Notes
*1: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony
personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked to verify the projector’s
serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your
identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.
*2: Before operating this menu, it is necessary to input the password. Set the password in “Set
Password” (page 24) of the Operation menu.

24 The Operation Menu

 The Connection/Power Menu
The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power.

Items Item descriptions

ECO
Lamp Mode High/Standard/Low/Auto*5: When set to “High,” the image becomes
brighter, and power consumption becomes higher. When set to “Low,”
power consumption is minimized; however, the image will be darker.
When set to “Auto,” brightness is adjusted automatically according to
image content. Dark images are projected with brightness adjusted,
leading to energy-saving. Bright images are projected brightly, without
adjusting brightness.
Power Supply Off/On: When set to “On,” the unit supplies power to the external
device (stick type PC, etc.) through the USB cable. For power supply,
see “Supplying the power to the external device” (page 9). *6
Auto Power Saving
With No Input Auto: The lamp turns off automatically and power consumption is
reduced if no signal is input for more than about 10 minutes.
The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. After
the lamp turns off, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

(page 30).
Standby*2: If no signal is input to the unit for more than about 10
minutes, the power turns off automatically, and the unit enters standby
mode.
Off: You can deactivate the With No Input.
With Static Lamp Dimming*4*5: If an image does not change for about
Signal 10 seconds, lamp output is gradually reduced (approximately 10% to
15%*3) from that set in the Lamp Mode. Automatically the lamp slowly
darkens to approximately 30% of its lamp output according to the
selected time (with no change to input signal) “5,” “10,” “15,” “20”
minutes or “Demo.,” While dimming the lamp, the message “Lamp
Dimming” appears. If you select “Demo.,” the image will start to
darken about 40 seconds later. When any change in signal is detected,
or an operation (remote control or control panel) is performed, normal
brightness is restored.
Off: You can deactivate the With Static Signal.
Input-A Signal Sel.*1 Auto/Computer/Component/Video GBR: When set to “Auto,” selects
the type of video signal input automatically when “Input-A” is selected.
Direct Power On On/Off: When set to “On,” you can turn the power on without going to
Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall outlet.
With the projector turned off, you can also unplug the AC power cord
without going to Standby mode, regardless of the Direct Power On
setting.
Cooling Time Standard/Quick: Sets the duration of unit cooling after turning off the
lamp. If set to “Standard,” the temperature of the unit will be cooled
enough to be carried.

Notes
*1: This may not be optimum depending on the input signal. In this case, set manually according to
the connected equipment.

The Connection/Power Menu 25

 *2: Select “Off” to avoid entering standby mode when there is no input signal.
*3: This varies depending on the “Lamp Mode” setting.
*4: As the lamp is dimmed gradually, you may not notice any change in brightness. You might only
notice that the lamp has dimmed when its brightness is restored after there is a change in input
signal.
*5: This mode does not work for about three minutes after the lamp lights. A change in signal may
not be detected depending on the input image. The lamp may become brighter at intervals if you
continue to use the projector during lamp dimming. However, this is not a malfunction. If With
No Input is set, it takes priority.
*6 If it is set to “On,” “Auto” cannot be selected in “Auto Power Saving” or “With No Input.”

26 The Connection/Power Menu

 The Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for installing the projector.

Items Item descriptions

Image Flip HV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally or vertically
according to the installation method.
Installation Attitude Link to Image Flip/Right Side Up/Upside Down: Changes the cooling
setting to suit to the installation attitude. When set to “Link to Image Flip,”
the cooling setting changes based on the setting of “Image Flip.”
Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component reliability.
High Altitude On/Off: Set to “On” when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or
Mode*1 higher. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component
reliability.
V keystone*2 Auto*3/Manual*2: The higher the value, the narrower the top of the
projected image. The lower the value, the narrower the bottom.

Notes
*1: When “High Altitude Mode” is set to “On,” the speed of the fan increases, and the fan noise
becomes slightly louder.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

*2: Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.
*3: VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240 only.

The Installation Menu 27

 The Information Menu
The Information menu is used to check projector status, such as total usage time of the lamp.

Items Item descriptions

Model Name Displays the model name.
Serial No. Displays the serial number.
*1
fH/fV Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal.
Signal Type Displays the type of the current input signal.
Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of a lamp.

Note
*1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.

28 The Information Menu

B Others

Indicators
You can check the projector status or abnormality by checking the lighting/flashing status of
the ON/STANDBY indicator and WARNING indicator. If the indicators flash in red, address
the problem in accordance with “Warning indicators and remedies” (page 30).

WARNING ON/STANDBY
indicator indicator

Operating status indication

Indicator status Operating status Meaning

Others
Standby The unit is turned on and in standby mode.

(Off) (Lights in
red)
Starting the unit The unit is turned on and is in starting until it is
ready to be operated.

(Off) (Flashes in
green)

Power on The projector is ready for projection.

(Off) (Lights in
green)

Cooling The unit is cooling itself after the unit is turned off.

(Off) (Flashes in
orange)

Indicators 29
 Indicator status Operating status Meaning
Other standby The lamp is turned off.
status
(Off) (Lights in
orange)

Warning indicators and remedies

Indicator status The number of Meaning Remedies
flashes
Twice The lamp cover is not Check how the lamp cover is
attached securely. attached and install securely.

(Flashes (Lights Three times The lamp does not The temperature of the lamp
in red) in red) light properly. is unusually high. Turn off
the projector and turn it on
again after the lamp has
cooled. If the same symptom
occurs, turn off the projector
again and remove the lamp
(page 34), then check if the
lamp is not broken.
If the lamp is not broken,
reattach the lamp and turn on
the projector again.
If the symptom occurs again,
the lamp may be exhausted.
In this case, replace the lamp
with a new one (page 34).
If the lamp is broken, do not
exchange the lamp by
yourself. Consult a qualified
Sony consultant.
Twice The temperature in • Check if the air filter is
the projector is clogged, then clean or
abnormal. replace it (page 36).
(Flashes (Flashes • Check if the ventilation
in red) in red) holes (intake/exhaust) are
Both indicators not blocked by the wall or
flash an object and secure a
sufficient gap.
• Check the ambient
temperature and use the
projector within the range
of operating temperature.
If the indicators flash in a manner other than described above, unplug the AC power cord and
make sure the ON/STANDBY indicator turns off, then plug the AC power cord into the wall
outlet and turn on the projector.
If the problem still persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

30 Indicators
Messages List
When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in
accordance with the table below.

Messages Meaning/Remedy Page

Please clean the filter. Clean the air filter. 36
Please replace the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one and clean the air filter. The 34, 36
and clean the Filter. message appears whenever you turn on the power until you
replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer.
High temp.! Lamp off in A temperature rise is detected in the unit. Follow the following 3, 3,
1 min. instructions. 27, 36
• Check if the air filter is clogged, then clean or replace it.
• Check if the ventilation holes (intake/exhaust) are not
blocked by walls, etc., then keep enough space around the
unit.
• Check the ambient temperature around the unit. Use the unit
within the operating temperature range.
Frequency is out of Change the output setting of the connected equipment to one 43
range! for signals supported by the projector.
Please check Input-A Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” to “Auto” or select the input signal 25
Signal Sel. type to suit to the input signal.
Not applicable! Invalid key was pressed. –
The control keys are “Control Key Lock” is set to “On.” 24
locked!

Others
Projector will shutdown The ?/1 key was pressed and the projector will be shut down 15
soon soon. To cancel shutdown, press the ?/1 key again (the
Press ?/1 Key to Restart projector will remain on). To turn off the projector directly,
press and hold the ?/1 key for a few seconds.
Lamp Dimming Reduces lamp output when “With Static Signal” is set. When 25
any change in signal is detected, or an operation (remote
control or control panel) is performed, normal brightness is
restored.

Messages List 31
 Troubleshooting
Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the
instructions below.

Symptoms Remedy Page

The power is not turned Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected. –
on.
When the “Control Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn 24
on the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.
If the lamp or lamp cover is not attached securely, the projector 34
cannot be turned on.
No image. Check if the connecting cable is connected to external 7
equipment firmly.
Check the computer signal is set for output to an external 10
monitor only. If you set your computer to output to both the
computer’s display and an external monitor, the external
monitor image may not be displayed properly. Set your
computer to output to only an external monitor.
Check if the input source is correctly selected. 10
Check if the picture is muted. 6
On-screen display does The on-screen display does not appear when “Status” in the 24
not appear. Operation menu is set to “Off.”
The aspect ratio of the The image may not display correctly because the input signal 5, 19,
display is not right/the cannot be judged correctly. In this case, set “Aspect” manually. 21
image is displayed
smaller /a portion of
image does not appear.
The image is a The images become trapezoidal because of the projection 5, 14,
trapezoid. angle. In this case, you can correct the trapezoidal distortion, 27
using a Keystone feature.
When the “V Keystone” is set to “Manual,” the keystone 5, 14,
feature does not work automatically. Set “V Keystone” to 27
“Auto”*1 or “Manual” to set manually.
When the projector is installed on an uneven surface, the 5, 14,
keystone feature*1 may not work properly. In this case, select 27
“Manual” to set “V Keystone” manually.

32 Troubleshooting
Symptoms Remedy Page
The image is dark/too The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode” 18, 25
bright. affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is
appropriate.
The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check 28, 34
“Lamp Timer,” and replace the lamp with a new one if
necessary.
“With Static Signal” is set to “On.” 25
During picture muting, the lamp is dimmed to reduce power 25
consumption.
When video signal is not input, the lamp is dimmed to reduce –
power consumption.
The image becomes When the lamp is dimmed for a long time, brightness may –
darker or brighter. increase temporarily, but this is not malfunction.
When the “Lamp Mode” is set to “Auto,” the luminance of the 25
lamp changes according to the input image.
The image is not clear. Check if the projector is in focus. 11
The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated –
on the lens. In this case, let the projector sit for about two
hours with the power on.
The image is noisy. Check if the connecting cable is connected to the external 7
equipment properly.
No sound. Check that the connecting cables between the projector and 7
external video or audio equipment are securely connected.
Check if the external audio equipment is set properly. –

Others
Audio is not output if audio muting is activated. 6
Check if the volume is not set to minimum. 6, 23
The remote commander Check if the batteries are installed correctly. –
does not work.
Check if the batteries are not exhausted. –
The fan is noisy. The sound from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the 25, 27
lamp, etc. in the following cases.
• “Lamp Mode” is set to “High.”
• The unit is used at a high altitude. “High Altitude Mode” is
set to “On.”
• The unit is used in the location where the temperature is high.
If the ventilation holes are blocked, the internal temperature of 3, 3
the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger.
• Check if the air filter is clogged. If it is clogged, clean or
replace the air filter.
• Check if the ventilation holes (exhaust/intake) are not
blocked by walls or objects. Keep enough space around the
unit.

Note
*1: VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240 only.

Troubleshooting 33
 Replacing the Lamp
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image (page 31).
Use an LMP-D214 projector lamp (not supplied) for replacement.

Caution 1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect

• The lamp remains hot after the projector is the AC power cord from a wall outlet.
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may
burn your finger. When you replace the 2 When the lamp has cooled
lamp, wait for at least an hour after sufficiently, open the lamp cover by
turning off the projector for the lamp to loosening one screw.
cool sufficiently.
• Do not allow any metallic or inflammable
objects into the lamp replacement slot after
removing the lamp, otherwise it may cause
electrical shock or fire. Do not put your
hands into the slot.

Notes
• If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Note
Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp For safety reasons, do not loosen any other
yourself. screws.
• When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it
out straight, by holding the designated 3 Loosen the three screws then grab the
location. If you touch a part of the lamp other depressions with your fingers to
than the designated location, you may be remove the lamp.
burned or injured. If you pull out the lamp
while the projector is tilted, the pieces may
scatter if the lamp breaks any may cause
injury.

2 1

1
2

34 Replacing the Lamp

 Caution 6 Connect the AC power cord to a wall
Do not put your hands into the lamp outlet and turn on the projector.
replacement slot, and do not allow any
liquid or other objects into the slot to avoid 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of
electrical shock or fire. the next replacement time.
Select “Lamp Timer Reset” on the
4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until Function menu then press the ENTER
it is securely in place. Tighten the key. When a message appears, select
3 screws. “Yes” to reset the lamp timer (page 23).

Caution

For the customers in the

U.S.A. and Canada
1 2 Lamp contains
mercury. Dispose according
2
1
to applicable local, state/
province and federal laws.
For additional information,
2 see www.sony.com/mercury

Notes
• Be careful not to touch the glass surface

Others
of the lamp and a inside conductor.
• The power will not turn on if the lamp is
not secured properly.

5 Close the lamp cover and tighten the

1 screw.

Replacing the Lamp 35

 Cleaning the Air Filter
When a message appears on the projected image indicating time for a filter cleaning, clean the
air filter (page 31).
If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter even after cleaning, replace the air filter with
a new one. For details on purchasing/fitting a new air filter, consult with the store where you
purchased the projector, or contact qualified Sony personnel.
Caution
If you continue to use the projector even after the message is displayed, dust may accumulate,
clogging it. As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible
malfunction or fire.

1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect 3 Clean the air filter with a vacuum
the AC power cord from the AC outlet. cleaner.
Pull out and remove the air filter, and
2 Slide out and remove the air filter clean it with a vacuum cleaner.
cover from the unit.
Claw

Air filter

4 Reattach the air filter cover to the unit.

Note
Install the air filter with its open weave side
facing the bottom of the unit, then place the
Air filter cover
air filter cover back in the unit.

36 Cleaning the Air Filter

When Using the Projector by Mounting It to a
Ceiling
Removing the lens cap Attaching the dust cover
If the lens cap is unnecessary when When mounting the projector to the ceiling,
mounting the unit to the ceiling, remove it. you can attach the dust cover to the unit to
Pull the string of the lens cap a little bit avoid dust from piling in the air filter.
strongly to remove it from the unit. If the Place the air filter cover so that the dust
lens cap is necessary, insert the edge of the cover covers the air filter cover then insert
string into the hole. the four claws (inside of the dust cover) into
Lens cap the holes of the air filter cover.
Claw Claw
Dust
cover

String
Air filter
Hole cover

Others

When Using the Projector by Mounting It to a Ceiling 37

 Cleaning the air filter and its Carrying the unit
surroundings
When carrying the unit, grab its nonslip
1 Turn off the unit, then remove the AC surfaces to avoid dropping.
power cord from the wall outlet.
Nonslip surface

2 Wipe the dust cover to remove the dust

with a clean cloth.

3 Pull out the air filter cover with the

dust cover attached to it.
Air filter cover Dust cover

4 Clean the dust cover and air filter

cover with a vacuum cleaner.

5 Remove the air filter then clean it with

a vacuum cleaner.
For details, see step 3 in “Cleaning the
Air filter” (page 36).

6 Reattach the air filter and air filter

cover (with the dust cover) to the unit.

38 Carrying the unit

Specifications
Items Descriptions
Projection system 3 LCD system
Display device Effective display VPL-DX270/DX240/DX220: 0.63 inch (16.0 mm),
size 3 plate panels, Aspect ratio 4:3
VPL-DW240: 0.59 inch (15.0 mm), 3 plate panels,
Aspect ratio 16:10
Effective picture VPL-DX270/DX240/DX220: 2,359,296 pixels (1024 ×
elements 768 pixels, 3 plate panels)
VPL-DW240: 3,072,000 pixels (1280 × 800 pixels,
3 plate panels)
Projection lens Zoom Manual zoom:
VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240: approx.1.3 times
VPL-DX220: approx.1.2 times
Focus Manual
Light source High-pressure mercury lamp, 215 W type
Projected image 30 inches to 300 inches (0.76 m to 7.62 m)
size
Luminous flux VPL-DX270: 3500 lm
(Brightness) VPL-DX240: 3200 lm
VPL-DW240: 3000 lm
VPL-DX220: 2700 lm
(when “Lamp Mode” is set to “High”)
Speaker 1 W × 1 (monaural)

Others
Applicable Horizontal: 15 kHz to 92 kHz, Vertical: 48 Hz to 92 Hz
scanning
frequency*1
Resolution*1 When a computer Maximum display resolution: 1600 × 1200 pixels (resize)
signal is input Panel display resolution:
VPL-DX270/DX240/DX220: 1024 × 768 pixels
VPL-DW240: 1280 × 800 pixels
When a video NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p,
signal is input 576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i,
1080/60p, 1080/50p
Color system NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N

Specifications 39
 Items Descriptions
INPUT INPUT A RGB/YPBPR input terminal: Mini D-sub 15 pin female,
(Computer/video) G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative,
75 ohms terminated, RGB/PBPR: 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB,
75 ohms terminated, Sync signal: TTL level high
impedance, positive/negative
INPUT B HDMI input terminal: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP, HDMI
audio support
INPUT C*2 HDMI input terminal: HDMI 19-pin, HDCP, HDMI
audio support
VIDEO Video input terminal: Pin jack, 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync
negative, 75 ohmes terminated
AUDIO OUTPUT Audio output terminal: Stereo mini jack, stereo, 1 Vrms
(maximum volume), output impedance 5 kohms
HDMI input support
Operating 0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F)/20% ~ 80% (no
temperature/ condensation)
Operating
humidity
Storage –10 °C to +60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)/20% to 80% (no
temperature/ condensation)
Storage humidity
Power VPL-DX220:
requirements 100 V to 240 V AC, 2.9 A -1.1 A, 50/60 Hz
VPL-DX240/DX270/DW240:
100 V to 240 V AC, 3.0 A - 1.2 A, 50/60 Hz
Power VPL-DX220:
consumption 100 V to 120 V AC: 293 W
220 V to 240 V AC: 275 W
VPL-DX240:
100 V to 120 V AC: 284 W
220 V to 240 V AC: 268 W
VPL-DX270:
100 V to 120 V AC: 304 W
220 V to 240 V AC: 288 W
VPL-DW240:
100 V to 120 V AC: 304 W
220 V to 240 V AC: 288 W
Power 0.5 W
consumption
(standby mode)
Heat dissipation VPL-DX220:
100V AC: 999 BTU/h
240V AC: 938 BTU/h
VPL-DX240:
100V AC: 968 BTU/h
240V AC: 914 BTU/h
VPL-DX270:
100V AC: 1037 BTU/h
240V AC: 982 BTU/h
VPL-DW240:
100V AC: 1037 BTU/h
240V AC: 982 BTU/h

40 Specifications
Items Descriptions
Standard VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240:
dimensions Approx. 325.1 × 90 × 232.2 mm (12 13/16 × 3 17/32 ×
(W/H/D)
9 5/32 inches)
Approx. 325.1 × 79.8 × 230.5 mm (12 13/16 × 3 5/32 ×
9 1/16 inches) (without projecting parts)
VPL-DX220:
Approx.325.1 × 90 × 233.2 mm (12 13/16 × 3 17/32 ×
9 3/16 inches)
Approx.325.1 × 79.8 × 230.5 mm (12 13/16 × 3 5/32 ×
9 1/16 inches)(without projecting parts)
Mass Approx. 2.7 kg (5.9 lb)
Supplied See “Checking the Supplied Accessories” in the supplied
accessories Quick Reference Manual.
Optional Projector Lamp LMP-D214 (for replacement)
accessories*3 *4

Notes
*1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals*1” on page 43.
*2: VPL-DX240/DX270/DW240 only.
*3: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local
Sony Authorized Dealer.
*4: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of May 2016.
Design and specifications of the unit, including the optional accessories, are subject to change

Others
without notice.

Specifications 41
 Pin assignment RGB input terminal (Mini D-sub
15-pin, female)
HDMI terminal (HDMI, female)
19 1

18 2

1 T.M.D.S. 11 T.M.D.S.
Data2+ Clock Shield 1 Video input 9 Power supply
(red) R input for DDC
2 T.M.D.S. 12 T.M.D.S.
Data2 Shield Clock – 2 Video input 10 GND
(green) G
3 T.M.D.S. 13 N.C.
Data2 – 3 Video input 11 GND
(blue) B
4 T.M.D.S. 14 RESERVED
Data1+ (N.C.) 4 GND 12 DDC/SDA
5 T.M.D.S. 15 SCL 5 RESERVE 13 Horizontal sync
Data1 Shield signal
6 T.M.D.S. 16 SDA 6 GND (R) 14 Vertical sync
Data1 – signal
7 T.M.D.S. 17 DDC 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL
Data0+ GND
8 GND (B)
8 T.M.D.S. 18 +5V Power
Data0 Shield
9 T.M.D.S. 19 Hot Plug Power supply terminal (type A USB,
Data0 – Detect
female)
10 T.M.D.S.
Clock+

1 VBUS (4.4 - 5.25 V)

2
3
4 Ground

42 Specifications
Acceptable Input Signals*1 fH[kHz]/
Input terminal
Resolution RGB/
Computer signal fV[Hz] HDMI
YPBPR
Input terminal 1280 × 800 49.7/60 z z
fH[kHz]/
Resolution RGB/
fV[Hz] HDMI
YPBPR Digital TV signal*4
640 × 350 31.5/70 z
Input terminal
37.9/85 z Signal fV[Hz] RGB/
HDMI
640 × 400 31.5/70 z YPBPR
37.9/85 z 480i 60 z z

640 × 480 31.5/60 z z 576i 50 z z

35.0/67 z 480p 60 z z

37.9/73 z 576p 50 z z
37.5/75 z
1080i 60 z z*5
43.3/85 z
1080i 50 z z*5
800 × 600 35.2/56 z
720p 60 z z
37.9/60 z z
720p 50 z z
48.1/72 z
1080p 60 z*5
46.9/75 z
1080p 50 z*5
53.7/85 z

832 × 624 49.7/75 z Analog TV signal

1024 × 768 48.4/60 z z
Input terminal
Signal fV[Hz]

Others
56.5/70 z
VIDEO
60.0/75 z
NTSC 60 z
68.7/85 z
PAL/SECAM 50 z
1152 × 864 64.0/70 z

67.5/75 z Notes
77.5/85 z *1: • When a signal other than the signals listed
in table is input, the picture may not be
1152 × 900 61.8/66 z
displayed properly.
1280 × 960 60.0/60 z z • An input signal meant for screen
1280 × 1024 64.0/60 z z resolution different from that of the panel
will not be displayed in its original
80.0/75 z
resolution. Text and lines may be uneven.
91.1/85 z *2: This is identified as a movie delivery signal
1400 × 1050 65.3/60 z z of 720/60p.
*3: This is identified as a movie delivery signal
1600 × 1200 75.0/60 z z
of 1080/60p.
1280 × 768 47.8/60 z *4: Only G with sync/Y is supported.
1280 × 720 45.0/60 z z*2
*5: For the INPUT B terminal only.

1920 × 1080 67.5/60 z*3

1366 × 768 47.7/60 z z

1440 × 900 55.9/60 z z

Specifications 43
 Projection Distance
The projection distance is the distance between the front of the lens and the surface of the
projected image. The following describes the projection distance and height from the center of
the lens to edge of screen by each projected screen size. Height H is the height from the bottom
of the projected image (top for ceiling mount) to A (determined by drawing a perpendicular line
from the center of the lens to projected image surface).

Floor Installation

Projection distance L

Projected
Center of lens
image
Height H from
center of lens
to edge of
screen A

44 Projection Distance
Ceiling Installation
Height H from center of
lens to edge of screen Center of lens

Top side
Projected
image

Projection distance L

L: Projection distance L
H: Height H from center of lens to edge of screen

Others

Projection Distance 45
 Projection distance table (VPL-DX270/DX240)
Unit: m (inches)
Height H from center of lens to edge
Projected image size
of screen
Projection
Distance L Minimum Maximum
Diagonal D Width × Height Projection Projection
Distance L Distance L
80 inch (2.03 m) 1.63 × 1.22 2.25-2.92 (89-115) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8)
(64 × 48)
100 inch (2.54 m) 2.03 × 1.52 2.81-3.66 (111-144) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10)
(80 × 60)
120 inch (3.05 m) 2.44 × 1.83 3.38-4.40 (133-173) -0.30 (-12) -0.30 (-12)
(96 × 72)
150 inch (3.81 m) 3.05 × 2.29 4.23-5.51 (167-217) -0.38 (-15) -0.38 (-15)
(120 × 90)
200 inch (5.08 m) 4.06 × 3.05 5.65-7.36 (223-289) -0.51 (-20) -0.51 (-20)
(160 × 120)

Projection distance formula (VPL-DX270/DX240)

D: Projected image size (Diagonal)
H: Height H from center of lens to edge of screen

Expression#1 Unit: m (inches)

Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L
L=0.028366 × D-0.0290 L=0.036956 × D-0.0283
(L=1.116781 × D-1.1416) (L=1.454972 × D-1.1124)

Expression#2
Height H from center of lens to edge of screen
Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L
H=-0.00254 × D+0.00000 H=-0.00254 × D+0.00000
(H=-0.10000 × D+0.00000) (H=-0.10000 × D+0.00000)

46 Projection Distance
Projection distance table (VPL-DX220)
Unit: m (inches)
Height H from center of lens to edge
Projected image size
of screen
Projection
Distance L Minimum Maximum
Diagonal D Width × Height Projection Projection
Distance L Distance L
80 inch (2.03 m) 1.63 × 1.22 2.42-2.88 (95-113) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8)
(64 × 48)
100 inch (2.54 m) 2.03 × 1.52 3.02-3.60 (119-141) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10)
(80 × 60)
120 inch (3.05 m) 2.44 × 1.83 3.63-4.33 (143-170) -0.30 (-12) -0.30 (-12)
(96 × 72)
150 inch (3.81 m) 3.05 × 2.29 4.55-5.42 (179-213) -0.38 (-15) -0.38 (-15)
(120 × 90)
200 inch (5.08 m) 4.06 × 3.05 6.07-7.23 (239-284) -0.51 (-20) -0.51 (-20)
(160 × 120)

Projection distance formula (VPL-DX220)

D: Projected image size (Diagonal)
H: Height H from center of lens to edge of screen

Expression#1 Unit: m (inches)

Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L
L=0.030427 × D-0.0234 L=0.036301 × D-0.0236
(L=1.197898 × D-0.9193) (L=1.429177 × D-0.9283)

Others
Expression#2
Height H from center of lens to edge of screen
Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L
H=-0.00254 × D+0.00000 H=-0.00254 × D+0.00000
(H=-0.10000 × D+0.00000) (H=-0.10000 × D+0.00000)

Projection Distance 47
 Projection distance table (VPL-DW240)
Unit: m (inches)
Height H from center of lens to edge
Projected image size
of screen
Projection
Distance L Minimum Maximum
Diagonal D Width × Height Projection Projection
Distance L Distance L
80 inch (2.03 m) 1.72 × 1.08 2.36-3.05 (93-120) -0.20 (-8) -0.20 (-8)
(68 × 42)
100 inch (2.54 m) 2.15 × 1.35 2.95-3.82 (117-150) -0.25 (-10) -0.25 (-10)
(85 × 53)
120 inch (3.05 m) 2.58 × 1.62 3.55-4.59 (140-180) -0.29 (-12) -0.29 (-12)
(102 × 64)
150 inch (3.81 m) 3.23 × 2.02 4.44-5.75 (175-226) -0.37 (-15) -0.37 (-15)
(127 × 79)
200 inch (5.08 m) 4.31 × 2.69 5.93-7.67 (234-302) -0.49 (-19) -0.49 (-19)
(170 × 106)

Projection distance formula (VPL-DW240)

D: Projected image size (Diagonal)
H: Height H from center of lens to edge of screen

Expression#1 Unit: m (inches)

Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L
L=0.029757 × D-0.0291 L=0.038536 × D-0.0282
(L=1.171525 × D-1.1450) (L=1.517164 × D-1.1091)

Expression#2
Height H from center of lens to edge of screen
Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L
H=-0.00246 × D+0.00000 H=-0.00246 × D+0.00000
(H=-0.09675 × D+0.00000) (H=-0.09675 × D+0.00000)

48 Projection Distance
Dimensions
Top
VPL-DX270/DX240/DW240
Center of Lens

325.1 (12 13/16)

1/
79.2 (3 8)

(1/16)
1.7
232.2 (9 5/32)
230.5 (9 1/16)

Unit: mm (inches)

VPL-DX220

Others
Center of Lens
325.1 (12 13/16)
79.2 (3 1/8)
(3/32)
2.7
232.2 (9 5/32)
16)
1/230.5 (9

Unit: mm (inches)

Dimensions 49
 Front

Center of
Lens
79.2 (3 1/8)

51.4 (2 1/32)
Unit: mm (inches)

Side
79.8 (3 5/32)
90.0 (3 17/32)

85.8 (3 3/8)

Unit: mm (inches)

50 Dimensions
 Bottom 83.3
(3 9/32)

205.7 (8 3/32)
15.4 (19/32) 15.4 (19/32)

188 (7 13/32)
105.8 (4 5/32)
41.5 (1 5/8)
10.8 (7/16)
69.0 (2 23/32) 4.6 (3/16)
170.5 (6 23/32)

Holes for ceiling

188 (7 13/32)

mount (M4, Depth

8 (5/16))

185.2 (7 9/32)

83.8 (3 5/16) 28.5 (1 1/8)

224.0 (8 13/16)
56.20
222.80 (8 25/32) (2 7/32)

Unit: mm (inches)

Others

Dimensions 51
 H
Index H (Horizontal) .........................................20
High Altitude Mode .................................27
A Hue ..........................................................18
AC IN ........................................................ 4
Acceptable input signal ........................... 43
I
Adjust Signal ........................................... 20 Image Flip ................................................27
Air filter ................................................... 36 Information menu ....................................28
Air filter cover/Ventilation holes Input ...........................................................4
(intake) ............................................... 3 Installation menu .....................................27
APA ........................................................... 5
Aspect ........................................... 5, 19, 21 K
Audio muting ............................................ 6 Keystone ....................................................5
B L
Brightness ............................................... 18 Lamp cover ................................................3
Lamp Timer .............................................28
C Lamp Timer Reset ...................................23
CC Display .............................................. 23 LAMP/COVER indicator ..........................3
Color ....................................................... 18 Language .................................................24
Color Temp. ............................................ 18 Link to Image Flip ...................................27
Connecting a computer ............................. 7 Location and function of controls ..............3
Connecting a Video equipment ................. 8
Contrast ................................................... 18 M
Control Key Lock .................................... 24
Main unit ...................................................3
Control Panel Keys ................................... 5 Menu Settings Lock .................................24
Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the Messages list ............................................31
projected image
Model Name ............................................28
(Keystone feature) ....................... 5, 14
O
D
Operation menu .......................................24
Digital Zoom ............................................. 5
Optional accessories ................................41
Dust cover ............................................... 37
P
E
Phase, Pitch, Shift ....................................20
ECO MODE (Energy-saving mode) ......... 6
Picture menu ............................................18
Picture mode ............................................18
F Picture muting ...........................................6
fH ............................................................ 28 Pin assignment .........................................42
Focus ....................................................... 11 Power Supply ...........................................25
Focus ring .................................................. 3 Projecting an image .................................10
Foot adjust button ................................ 3, 13 Projection distance ...................................44
Freeze ........................................................ 6
Front foot (adjustable) ............................... 3 R
fV ............................................................ 28 Rear feet .....................................................3
Remote commander ...................................5
G Remote control detector ............................3
Gamma Mode .......................................... 18 Replacing the lamp ..................................34
Reset ........................................................18

52 Index
S About Trademarks
Security bar ...............................................3 • Adobe and Adobe Acrobat are trademarks
Security Lock ......................................3, 24 or registered trademarks of Adobe
Selecting an input signal ...........................5 Systems Incorporated in the United States
Serial No. .................................................28 and/or other countries.
Sharpness .................................................18 • Kensington is a registered trademark of
Signal Type ..............................................28 Kensington Technology Group.
Smart APA ...............................................23 • The terms HDMI and HDMI High-
Specifications ..........................................39 Definition Multimedia Interface, and the
Start Up Image ........................................23 HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered
Status .......................................................24 trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in
the United States and other countries.
T • All other trademarks and registered
Terminal panel .......................................3, 4 trademarks are trademarks or registered
The Connection/Power Menu ..................25 trademarks of their respective holders. In
The Function menu ..................................23 this manual, ™ and ® marks are not
The Screen menu .....................................19 specified.
Troubleshooting .......................................32
Turn off ................................................5, 15
Turn on ................................................5, 10

U
Using a menu ...........................................17

V
V Keystone ....................................5, 14, 27
Ventilation holes ........................................3

Others
Volume ......................................................6

W
WARNING indicator ...............................29
With No Input ..........................................25
With Static Signal ....................................25

Z
Zoom .......................................................11

Index 53
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