Sony VPL-VW915ES 4K HDR Laser Home Theater Projector User Manual

Table of Contents

1. Package Contents
2. Projector Setup
3. Connecting Devices
4. Adjusting Projector Settings
5. Troubleshooting Tips
6. Frequently Asked Questions

1. Package Contents

• Sony VPL-VW915ES 4K HDR Laser Home Theater Projector
• Remote Control (RM-PJ24)
• Size AA (R6) manganese batteries (2)
• AC Power Cord (1)
• Lens Cap (1)
• Operating Instructions (CD-ROM)
• Quick Reference Manual

2. Projector Setup

1. Place the projector on a flat, stable surface or mount it to the ceiling using a compatible ceiling mount.
2. Remove the lens cap.
3. Connect the AC power cord to the projector and plug it into an electrical outlet.
4. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control to turn on the projector.
5. Adjust the lens focus, zoom, and shift settings to fit your screen size and format.
6. Store your settings using the Picture Position Memory feature for easy recall.

3. Connecting Devices

1. Connect your device (laptop, Blu-ray/DVD player, gaming console, etc.) to the projector using an HDMI cable.
2. Ensure that the HDMI cable is compatible with HDCP 2.2 for 4K content.
3. Select the appropriate input source on the projector by pressing the Input button on the remote control.

4. Adjusting Projector Settings

1. Press the Menu button on the remote control to access the projector settings.
2. Adjust the image settings such as brightness, contrast, and color using the remote control.
3. Select the appropriate HDR mode for your content (HDR Reference Mode, Dynamic HDR Enhancer, etc.).
4. Enable Motionflow for smooth motion in 4K and HD resolutions.
5. Enable Reality Creation to upscale and sharpen images without increasing picture noise.

5. Troubleshooting Tips

• If the projector does not turn on, check the power cord connection and ensure it is securely plugged into an electrical outlet.
• If the image is blurry or out of focus, adjust the lens focus and zoom settings.
• If the image is distorted or the colors appear incorrect, reset the projector settings to factory default and adjust the settings again.
• If the projector is not receiving a signal from the connected device, check the HDMI cable connection and ensure the correct input source is selected.
• If you experience input lag while gaming, enable Input Lag Reduction in the projector settings.

6. Frequently Asked Questions

What is the display resolution of the Sony VPL-VW915ES projector?

The display resolution is 4096 x 2160, which is full 4K resolution.

How many lumens does the projector have?

The projector has a brightness of 2,000 lumens.

What is the lamp life of the projector?

The Z-Phosphor laser light source has a lamp life of up to 20,000 hours.

Is the projector compatible with HDCP 2.2?

Yes, the projector is compatible with HDCP 2.2 on both 18Gbps HDMI inputs.

Can the projector be mounted to the ceiling?

Yes, the projector can be mounted to the ceiling using a compatible ceiling mount.

Does the projector support HDR?

Yes, the projector supports High Dynamic Range (HDR) content.

Q: What is the resolution of the Sony VPL-VW915ES projector?
A: The Sony VPL-VW915ES projector has a Full 4K resolution of 4096 x 2160.

Q: What is the brightness of this projector?
A: This projector has a brightness of 2,000 lumens.

Q: What is the contrast ratio of this projector?
A: This projector has an infinite dynamic contrast ratio.

Q: What type of light source does this projector use?
A: This projector uses a laser diode light source that is highly efficient and can last up to 20,000 hours.

Q: Does this projector have HDR compatibility?
A: Yes, this projector has HDR compatibility and features Dynamic HDR Enhancer that brings a wider contrast range scene by scene for striking, realistic picture quality.

Q: Can this projector upscale and sharpen images without sharpening picture noise?
A: Yes, this projector features Advanced Reality Creation for upscaling and sharpening images without sharpening picture noise.

Q: What type of connectivity options does this projector have?
A: This projector has two 18Gbps HDMI inputs with HDCP 2.2 compatibility.

Q: Is a remote control included with this projector?
A: Yes, a remote control (RM-PJ24) is included along with two Size AA (R6) manganese batteries, an AC Power Cord, a Lens Cap, Operating Instructions (CD-ROM), and Quick Reference Manual.