[. . . ] 4-439-386-11 (1) Video Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. VPL-HW50ES Sony Corporation Printed in Japan © 2012 Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. And Canada WARNING: Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock , refer servicing to qualified service personnel. [. . . ] [COLOR TEMP] Sharpness [SHARPNESS] 51 Expert Setting NR (Noise Reduction) Reduces the roughness or noise of the picture. € If the picture is rough or noisy, select a setting from among “Low, ” “Middle” or “High” according to the input signal source. MPEG NR (MPEG Noise Reduction) Reduces block noise and mosquito noise, in particular in digital signals. € If the picture is rough or noisy, select a setting from among “Low, ” “Middle” or “High” according to the input signal source. Film Mode According to the film source you have selected, make a setting for playback. When a video signal other than 2-3 or 2-2 Pull-Down format is input, the picture is played back in progressive format. Off: Plays back the picture in progressive format without detecting video signals automatically. Contrast Enhancer Corrects the level of bright and dark parts automatically to optimize contrast according to a scene. Gamma Correction [GAMMA CORRECTION] Adjusts the response characteristics of the tone of the picture. Select this when you watch in a bright environment, such as a living room. Using the specified controller, “ImageDirector3” (1 page 41) allows you to adjust, set, and store a favorite tone in a computer. For details on how to use “ImageDirector3, ” refer to the Help in “ImageDirector3. Set this item to “On” when connecting the unit with equipment that supports x. 709 color space, which is used for highdefinition television broadcast or Blu-ray Disc. Color Space 1: The color space suited for watching TV programs and video images, such as sport, concerts, etc. Color Space 2: The color space suited for watching TV programs, sport, concerts, and other video images in a bright environment, such as a living room. Using the Menus 53 Advanced Picture Menu The Advanced Picture is used for adjusting the picture more. RCP (Real Color Processing) You can adjust the color, hue, and brightness of each selected portion of the picture independently. User 1, User 2, User 3: You can adjust the picture using Real Color Processing and store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you can view the picture with the adjusted picture quality. For details, see “Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing”. (1 page 43) 54 Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. [. . . ] *4: The setting can be made only when “Zoom” is selected in “Aspect”. , check the type of the signal in the Information menu (1 page 65) and Digital signal (1 page 82), and check items that are adjustable/can be set. 3D Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items Some items on the menus may not be available to adjust/set, depending on the 3D signals. Color – – (fixed at “High”) – – – – – 3D signals 1080/60, 50i – – (fixed at “High”) – – – – – 1080/24P – – (fixed at “High”) – z – – z (component signal only) – – (fixed at “Full”) z 1080/60, 50P – – (fixed at “High”) – – – – – Over Scan Screen Area V Keystone – – (fixed at “Full”) – (fixed at “0”) – – (fixed at “Full”) – (fixed at “0”) – – (fixed at “Full”) – (fixed at “0”) z: Adjustable/can be set –: Not Adjustable/cannot be set *: The setting can be made for 2D display. [. . . ]