Sony VPL-XW5000ES RS-232 / IP control commands

Summary

Sony projector controllable via Ethernet (SDCP protocol) and RS-232C. The SDCP (Simple Display Control Protocol) runs on TCP port 53484 and supports set/get commands for input selection, picture mode, aspect ratio, and status queries. PJLink Class 1 is also supported for power, input switching, AV mute, error status, and lamp inquiries.

Transport

protocols:
  - tcp
  - serial
addressing:
  port: 53484  # SDCP factory-default port
serial:
  baud_rate: null  # UNRESOLVED: serial communication specs not captured in refined source
  data_bits: null  # UNRESOLVED
  parity: null  # UNRESOLVED
  stop_bits: null  # UNRESOLVED
  flow_control: null  # UNRESOLVED
auth:
  type: community  # SDCP uses a 4-character community string; factory default is "SONY" (case-sensitive)
  description: >
    SDCP packets include a COMMUNITY field (4 alphanumeric chars, case-sensitive).
    Factory default is "SONY". A Community Error is returned if the field does not match.
    PJLink supports an optional password configurable via the web interface.

Traits

traits:
  - powerable    # inferred: POWR command for power on/off
  - queryable    # inferred: multiple inquiry commands (POWR?, INPT?, ERST?, LAMP?, INST?, INF1?, INF2?, INFO?, CLSS?)
  - routable     # inferred: input terminal switching commands (INPT, SDCP INPUT TERMINAL item)
  - muteable     # inferred: AVMT command for AV muting

Actions

# --- PJLink Commands (14 supported) ---
- id: power_on
  label: Power On
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR 1"
  params: []

- id: power_off
  label: Power Off
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR 0"
  params: []

- id: power_status_query
  label: Power Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR ?"
  params: []

- id: input_switch
  label: Switch Input
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INPT <input>"
  params:
    - name: input
      type: integer
      description: "Input number (e.g. 21 for Video)"

- id: input_status_query
  label: Input Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INPT ?"
  params: []

- id: av_mute_set
  label: Set AV Mute
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "AVMT <state>"
  params:
    - name: state
      type: integer
      description: "Mute state value"

- id: av_mute_status_query
  label: AV Mute Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "AVMT ?"
  params: []

- id: error_status_query
  label: Error Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "ERST ?"
  params: []

- id: lamp_info_query
  label: Lamp Count/Time Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "LAMP ?"
  params: []

- id: input_list_query
  label: Input Switch List Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INST ?"
  params: []

- id: manufacturer_name_query
  label: Manufacturer Name Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF1 ?"
  params: []

- id: model_name_query
  label: Model Name Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF2 ?"
  params: []

- id: other_info_query
  label: Other Information Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INFO ?"
  params: []

- id: class_info_query
  label: Class Information Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "CLSS ?"
  params: []

# --- SDCP Commands ---
- id: sdrp_set_picture_mode
  label: Set Picture Mode (SDCP)
  kind: action
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP SET request with item number 0002h for picture mode.
    Example from source: HEADER(02h,0Ah) COMMUNITY("SONY") COMMAND(00h,0002h,02h) DATA(0000h).
    DATA=0000h = Dynamic. Other picture mode values not enumerated in refined source.
  params:
    - name: picture_mode
      type: integer
      description: "Picture mode data value (e.g. 0000h for Dynamic)"

- id: sdcp_get_picture_mode
  label: Get Picture Mode (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP GET request with item number 0002h. Returns current picture mode value in DATA field.
  command: "ITEM=0002h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_set_aspect
  label: Set Aspect Ratio (SDCP)
  kind: action
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP SET request with item number 0020h for aspect ratio.
    Example from source: DATA=0003h sets aspect to ZOOM.
  params:
    - name: aspect
      type: integer
      description: "Aspect ratio data value (e.g. 0003h for ZOOM)"

- id: sdcp_get_aspect
  label: Get Aspect Ratio (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP GET request with item number 0020h. Returns current aspect value in DATA field.
  command: "ITEM=0020h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_set_input_terminal
  label: Set Input Terminal (SDCP)
  kind: action
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP SET request with input terminal item number.
    Values vary by model series (EX series: 00h=VIDEO, 01h=S VIDEO, 02h=INPUT A, 03h=INPUT B, 04h=INPUT C, 05h=USB TYPE B, 06h=NETWORK).
    DX/DW series: 00h=VIDEO, 02h=INPUT A, 03h=INPUT B, 04h=USB TYPE B, 05h=NETWORK.
  params:
    - name: input
      type: integer
      description: "Input terminal code (model-specific)"

- id: sdcp_get_input_terminal
  label: Get Input Terminal (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP GET request for current input terminal.
  command: "ITEM=0000h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_get_model_name
  label: Get Model Name (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP system item 0x8001. Returns 12 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h if shorter.
  command: "ITEM=8001h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_get_serial_number
  label: Get Serial Number (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP system item 0x8002. Returns 4-byte serial number (00000000 to 99999999).
  command: "ITEM=8002h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_get_installation_location
  label: Get Installation Location (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP system item 0x8003. Returns 24 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h if shorter.
  command: "ITEM=8003h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

# --- RS-232C Simplified Command (ACK/NAK) ---
- id: rs232_ack
  label: RS-232C ACK
  kind: feedback
  protocol: serial
  description: >
    Response packet returned by projector on successful command execution.
    START CODE = A9h, ACK/NAK = 0000h (Complete), ACK = 03h.
  command: "A9h 0000h 03h"
  params: []

# UNRESOLVED: Complete SDCP item number list not fully captured - additional set/get commands for picture adjustments, lens settings, etc. may exist.
# UNRESOLVED: RS-232C command block format and baud rate/serial config not fully captured.

Feedbacks

# --- PJLink Inquiry Responses ---
- id: power_state
  label: Power Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - "0"  # Standby or power-saving
    - "1"  # Power ON
    - "2"  # Cooling

- id: input_status
  label: Input Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INPT ?"
  type: string
  description: "Returns input number (e.g. '21' for Video). Input channel values vary by model."

- id: av_mute_status
  label: AV Mute Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "AVMT ?"
  type: string

- id: error_status
  label: Error Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "ERST ?"
  type: string
  description: >
    6-digit error code. Each digit: 0=no error, 1=warning.
    Digit positions (left to right, 6th to 1st): fan, lamp, temperature, cover open, filter, other.

- id: lamp_info
  label: Lamp Count/Time
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "LAMP ?"
  type: string
  description: "Returns lamp count and lamp time information."

- id: input_list
  label: Input Switch List
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INST ?"
  type: string
  description: "Returns list of available input channels."

- id: manufacturer_name
  label: Manufacturer Name
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF1 ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - "SONY"  # Normal response
    - "ERR4"  # Projector error or warning

- id: model_name
  label: Model Name
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF2 ?"
  type: string

- id: other_info
  label: Other Information
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INFO ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - " "  # Space character (normal)
    - "ERR4"  # Projector error or warning

- id: class_info
  label: Class Information
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "CLSS ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - "1"  # PJLink Class 1

# --- SDCP Responses ---
- id: sdcp_response
  label: SDCP Response
  protocol: sdcp
  type: composite
  description: >
    SDCP RESPONSE command has 3 sub-fields: RESPONSE(1 byte), ITEM NO(2 bytes), DATA LENGTH(1 byte).
    RESPONSE 01h = OK (request executed correctly).
    Error codes: Item Error (01h), Community Error (02h), Request Error (03h).
    Sub-errors for Item Error: Invalid Item, Invalid Item Request, Invalid Length, Invalid Data, Short Data, Not Applicable Item.

- id: sdcp_model_name
  label: SDCP Model Name
  protocol: sdcp
  type: string
  description: "Item 0x8001. 12 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h."

- id: sdcp_serial_number
  label: SDCP Serial Number
  protocol: sdcp
  type: string
  description: "Item 0x8002. 4 bytes, range 00000000 to 99999999."

- id: sdcp_installation_location
  label: SDCP Installation Location
  protocol: sdcp
  type: string
  description: "Item 0x8003. 24 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h."

# --- SDAP Advertisement ---
- id: sdap_advertisement
  label: SDAP Advertisement
  protocol: sdap
  type: composite
  description: >
    Broadcast packet containing: POWER, HEADER(12 bytes), PRODUCT NAME(24 bytes), LOCATION,
    COMMUNITY, SERIAL NO., STATUS. Disabled by default.
    Header = ID(2 bytes, 4441h) + VERSION(1 byte) + CATEGORY(1 byte).

Variables

# UNRESOLVED: settable parameters (brightness, contrast, etc.) not documented in source

Events

# SDAP advertisement broadcasts (disabled by default):
# - Periodic broadcast of equipment information on the network
# - Contains power state, product name, location, community, serial number, status
# - Header structure: ID=4441h (2 bytes), VERSION (1 byte), CATEGORY (1 byte)
# Note: SDAP is set to OFF by default; must be enabled for unsolicited events.

Macros

# UNRESOLVED: no multi-step sequences described in source

Safety

confirmation_required_for: []
interlocks: []
# UNRESOLVED: source does not describe safety warnings, interlock procedures, or power-on sequencing requirements specific to this model.
# Note: PJLink returns cooling state (POWR?=2) after power-off command; controller should wait for standby (0) before issuing further commands.

Notes

The projector supports three control protocols: SDCP (Sony proprietary over Ethernet), SDAP (Sony Discovery and Advertisement Protocol, broadcast), and PJLink Class 1 (standard).
SDCP community string defaults to "SONY" (4 characters, case-sensitive, alphanumeric). Must match on all packets or a Community Error is returned.
SDCP header uses VERSION=02h and CATEGORY=0Ah (projector).
SDAP and PJLink over Ethernet are both set to OFF by default and must be enabled via the projector's web interface or menu.
PJLink password is optional and configurable via Web > Setup > Advanced Menu.
RS-232C uses a D-Sub 9 pin cross (reverse) cable. Serial specs not captured in refined source.
Controller must not send multiple commands simultaneously; wait for response before sending next.
SDCP packet structure: START CODE (A9h), ITEM NUMBER (2 bytes), SET/GET (00h=SET, 01h=GET), DATA (2 bytes), CHECK SUM (1 byte), END CODE (9Ah).
SDCP example: Set picture mode to Dynamic = HEADER(02h,0Ah) COMMUNITY("SONY") COMMAND(00h,0002h,02h) DATA(0000h).
SDCP example: Set ASPECT to ZOOM = START A9h, ITEM 0020h, SET/GET 00h, DATA 0003h, CHECK SUM 23h, END 9Ah.
RS-232 ACK response packet: START A9h, ACK/NAK 0000h (Complete), ACK 03h.
PJLink supports 14 commands total: POWR, POWR?, INPT, INPT?, AVMT, AVMT?, ERST?, LAMP?, INST?, INF1?, INF2?, INFO?, CLSS? (13 listed in source table, with INF1/INF2/INFO/CLSS named in prose).
PJLink INF1 returns "SONY" on success or "ERR4" on projector error/warning.
PJLink INFO returns a single space " " on success or "ERR4" on projector error/warning.
PJLink ERST error digit order (6th to 1st, left to right): fan, lamp, temperature, cover open, filter, other.
SDCP system items: 0x8001=Model name (12 chars, 00h-padded), 0x8002=Serial number (4 bytes, 00000000-99999999), 0x8003=Installation location (24 chars, 00h-padded).
Input terminal codes vary by model series. Verify applicable codes for VPL-XW5000ES specifically.

Provenance

source_domains:
  - manualslib.com
source_urls:
  - https://www.manualslib.com/manual/937722/Sony-Vpl-Dx125.html
retrieved_at: 2026-06-11T01:37:27.378Z
last_checked_at: 2026-06-11T13:48:08.812Z

Verification Summary

verdict: verified
checked_at: 2026-06-11T13:48:08.812Z
matched_actions: 24
action_count: 24
confidence: medium
summary: "All 24 spec actions (14 PJLink + 10 SDCP) matched verbatim in source; transport parameters verified; complete coverage of documented protocol commands. (16 unresolved item(s) noted in Known Gaps.)"

Known Gaps

- "Source document title lists VPL-DX125/DX145/DW125/EX221/EX225/EX241/EX245/EX271/EX275/EW225/EW245/EW275 — VPL-XW5000ES is not explicitly mentioned. Protocol details may differ for this model. Verify against device-specific documentation."
- "RS-232C serial communication specifications (baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits) were not captured in the refined source."
- "Complete SDCP item number list for all controllable parameters was not fully captured."
- "Firmware version compatibility not stated in source."
- "serial communication specs not captured in refined source"
- "Complete SDCP item number list not fully captured - additional set/get commands for picture adjustments, lens settings, etc. may exist."
- "RS-232C command block format and baud rate/serial config not fully captured."
- "settable parameters (brightness, contrast, etc.) not documented in source"
- "no multi-step sequences described in source"
- "source does not describe safety warnings, interlock procedures, or power-on sequencing requirements specific to this model."
- "Source document covers VPL-DX125/DX145/DW125/EX221/EX225/EX241/EX245/EX271/EX275/EW225/EW245/EW275 — not VPL-XW5000ES. Input terminal codes, item numbers, and feature availability may differ."
- "RS-232C communication specifications (baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits, flow control) not captured in refined source."
- "Complete SDCP ITEM list for all controllable parameters not fully captured."
- "Firmware version compatibility not stated."
- "Power-on sequencing requirements not stated."
- "Timing constraints between commands not stated beyond \"no simultaneous commands\"."

From the AI4AV catalog (https://ai4av.net) · ODbL-1.0

Summary

Transport

protocols:
  - tcp
  - serial
addressing:
  port: 53484  # SDCP factory-default port
serial:
  baud_rate: null  # UNRESOLVED: serial communication specs not captured in refined source
  data_bits: null  # UNRESOLVED
  parity: null  # UNRESOLVED
  stop_bits: null  # UNRESOLVED
  flow_control: null  # UNRESOLVED
auth:
  type: community  # SDCP uses a 4-character community string; factory default is "SONY" (case-sensitive)
  description: >
    SDCP packets include a COMMUNITY field (4 alphanumeric chars, case-sensitive).
    Factory default is "SONY". A Community Error is returned if the field does not match.
    PJLink supports an optional password configurable via the web interface.

Traits

traits:
  - powerable    # inferred: POWR command for power on/off
  - queryable    # inferred: multiple inquiry commands (POWR?, INPT?, ERST?, LAMP?, INST?, INF1?, INF2?, INFO?, CLSS?)
  - routable     # inferred: input terminal switching commands (INPT, SDCP INPUT TERMINAL item)
  - muteable     # inferred: AVMT command for AV muting

Actions

# --- PJLink Commands (14 supported) ---
- id: power_on
  label: Power On
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR 1"
  params: []

- id: power_off
  label: Power Off
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR 0"
  params: []

- id: power_status_query
  label: Power Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR ?"
  params: []

- id: input_switch
  label: Switch Input
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INPT <input>"
  params:
    - name: input
      type: integer
      description: "Input number (e.g. 21 for Video)"

- id: input_status_query
  label: Input Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INPT ?"
  params: []

- id: av_mute_set
  label: Set AV Mute
  kind: action
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "AVMT <state>"
  params:
    - name: state
      type: integer
      description: "Mute state value"

- id: av_mute_status_query
  label: AV Mute Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "AVMT ?"
  params: []

- id: error_status_query
  label: Error Status Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "ERST ?"
  params: []

- id: lamp_info_query
  label: Lamp Count/Time Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "LAMP ?"
  params: []

- id: input_list_query
  label: Input Switch List Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INST ?"
  params: []

- id: manufacturer_name_query
  label: Manufacturer Name Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF1 ?"
  params: []

- id: model_name_query
  label: Model Name Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF2 ?"
  params: []

- id: other_info_query
  label: Other Information Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INFO ?"
  params: []

- id: class_info_query
  label: Class Information Query
  kind: query
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "CLSS ?"
  params: []

# --- SDCP Commands ---
- id: sdrp_set_picture_mode
  label: Set Picture Mode (SDCP)
  kind: action
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP SET request with item number 0002h for picture mode.
    Example from source: HEADER(02h,0Ah) COMMUNITY("SONY") COMMAND(00h,0002h,02h) DATA(0000h).
    DATA=0000h = Dynamic. Other picture mode values not enumerated in refined source.
  params:
    - name: picture_mode
      type: integer
      description: "Picture mode data value (e.g. 0000h for Dynamic)"

- id: sdcp_get_picture_mode
  label: Get Picture Mode (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP GET request with item number 0002h. Returns current picture mode value in DATA field.
  command: "ITEM=0002h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_set_aspect
  label: Set Aspect Ratio (SDCP)
  kind: action
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP SET request with item number 0020h for aspect ratio.
    Example from source: DATA=0003h sets aspect to ZOOM.
  params:
    - name: aspect
      type: integer
      description: "Aspect ratio data value (e.g. 0003h for ZOOM)"

- id: sdcp_get_aspect
  label: Get Aspect Ratio (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP GET request with item number 0020h. Returns current aspect value in DATA field.
  command: "ITEM=0020h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_set_input_terminal
  label: Set Input Terminal (SDCP)
  kind: action
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP SET request with input terminal item number.
    Values vary by model series (EX series: 00h=VIDEO, 01h=S VIDEO, 02h=INPUT A, 03h=INPUT B, 04h=INPUT C, 05h=USB TYPE B, 06h=NETWORK).
    DX/DW series: 00h=VIDEO, 02h=INPUT A, 03h=INPUT B, 04h=USB TYPE B, 05h=NETWORK.
  params:
    - name: input
      type: integer
      description: "Input terminal code (model-specific)"

- id: sdcp_get_input_terminal
  label: Get Input Terminal (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP GET request for current input terminal.
  command: "ITEM=0000h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_get_model_name
  label: Get Model Name (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP system item 0x8001. Returns 12 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h if shorter.
  command: "ITEM=8001h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_get_serial_number
  label: Get Serial Number (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP system item 0x8002. Returns 4-byte serial number (00000000 to 99999999).
  command: "ITEM=8002h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

- id: sdcp_get_installation_location
  label: Get Installation Location (SDCP)
  kind: query
  protocol: sdcp
  description: >
    SDCP system item 0x8003. Returns 24 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h if shorter.
  command: "ITEM=8003h SET/GET=01h"
  params: []

# --- RS-232C Simplified Command (ACK/NAK) ---
- id: rs232_ack
  label: RS-232C ACK
  kind: feedback
  protocol: serial
  description: >
    Response packet returned by projector on successful command execution.
    START CODE = A9h, ACK/NAK = 0000h (Complete), ACK = 03h.
  command: "A9h 0000h 03h"
  params: []

# UNRESOLVED: Complete SDCP item number list not fully captured - additional set/get commands for picture adjustments, lens settings, etc. may exist.
# UNRESOLVED: RS-232C command block format and baud rate/serial config not fully captured.

Feedbacks

# --- PJLink Inquiry Responses ---
- id: power_state
  label: Power Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "POWR ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - "0"  # Standby or power-saving
    - "1"  # Power ON
    - "2"  # Cooling

- id: input_status
  label: Input Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INPT ?"
  type: string
  description: "Returns input number (e.g. '21' for Video). Input channel values vary by model."

- id: av_mute_status
  label: AV Mute Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "AVMT ?"
  type: string

- id: error_status
  label: Error Status
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "ERST ?"
  type: string
  description: >
    6-digit error code. Each digit: 0=no error, 1=warning.
    Digit positions (left to right, 6th to 1st): fan, lamp, temperature, cover open, filter, other.

- id: lamp_info
  label: Lamp Count/Time
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "LAMP ?"
  type: string
  description: "Returns lamp count and lamp time information."

- id: input_list
  label: Input Switch List
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INST ?"
  type: string
  description: "Returns list of available input channels."

- id: manufacturer_name
  label: Manufacturer Name
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF1 ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - "SONY"  # Normal response
    - "ERR4"  # Projector error or warning

- id: model_name
  label: Model Name
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INF2 ?"
  type: string

- id: other_info
  label: Other Information
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "INFO ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - " "  # Space character (normal)
    - "ERR4"  # Projector error or warning

- id: class_info
  label: Class Information
  protocol: pjlink
  command: "CLSS ?"
  type: enum
  values:
    - "1"  # PJLink Class 1

# --- SDCP Responses ---
- id: sdcp_response
  label: SDCP Response
  protocol: sdcp
  type: composite
  description: >
    SDCP RESPONSE command has 3 sub-fields: RESPONSE(1 byte), ITEM NO(2 bytes), DATA LENGTH(1 byte).
    RESPONSE 01h = OK (request executed correctly).
    Error codes: Item Error (01h), Community Error (02h), Request Error (03h).
    Sub-errors for Item Error: Invalid Item, Invalid Item Request, Invalid Length, Invalid Data, Short Data, Not Applicable Item.

- id: sdcp_model_name
  label: SDCP Model Name
  protocol: sdcp
  type: string
  description: "Item 0x8001. 12 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h."

- id: sdcp_serial_number
  label: SDCP Serial Number
  protocol: sdcp
  type: string
  description: "Item 0x8002. 4 bytes, range 00000000 to 99999999."

- id: sdcp_installation_location
  label: SDCP Installation Location
  protocol: sdcp
  type: string
  description: "Item 0x8003. 24 alphanumeric characters, padded with 00h."

# --- SDAP Advertisement ---
- id: sdap_advertisement
  label: SDAP Advertisement
  protocol: sdap
  type: composite
  description: >
    Broadcast packet containing: POWER, HEADER(12 bytes), PRODUCT NAME(24 bytes), LOCATION,
    COMMUNITY, SERIAL NO., STATUS. Disabled by default.
    Header = ID(2 bytes, 4441h) + VERSION(1 byte) + CATEGORY(1 byte).

Variables

# UNRESOLVED: settable parameters (brightness, contrast, etc.) not documented in source

Events

# SDAP advertisement broadcasts (disabled by default):
# - Periodic broadcast of equipment information on the network
# - Contains power state, product name, location, community, serial number, status
# - Header structure: ID=4441h (2 bytes), VERSION (1 byte), CATEGORY (1 byte)
# Note: SDAP is set to OFF by default; must be enabled for unsolicited events.

Macros

# UNRESOLVED: no multi-step sequences described in source

Safety

confirmation_required_for: []
interlocks: []
# UNRESOLVED: source does not describe safety warnings, interlock procedures, or power-on sequencing requirements specific to this model.
# Note: PJLink returns cooling state (POWR?=2) after power-off command; controller should wait for standby (0) before issuing further commands.

Notes

The projector supports three control protocols: SDCP (Sony proprietary over Ethernet), SDAP (Sony Discovery and Advertisement Protocol, broadcast), and PJLink Class 1 (standard).
SDCP community string defaults to "SONY" (4 characters, case-sensitive, alphanumeric). Must match on all packets or a Community Error is returned.
SDCP header uses VERSION=02h and CATEGORY=0Ah (projector).
SDAP and PJLink over Ethernet are both set to OFF by default and must be enabled via the projector's web interface or menu.
PJLink password is optional and configurable via Web > Setup > Advanced Menu.
RS-232C uses a D-Sub 9 pin cross (reverse) cable. Serial specs not captured in refined source.
Controller must not send multiple commands simultaneously; wait for response before sending next.
SDCP packet structure: START CODE (A9h), ITEM NUMBER (2 bytes), SET/GET (00h=SET, 01h=GET), DATA (2 bytes), CHECK SUM (1 byte), END CODE (9Ah).
SDCP example: Set picture mode to Dynamic = HEADER(02h,0Ah) COMMUNITY("SONY") COMMAND(00h,0002h,02h) DATA(0000h).
SDCP example: Set ASPECT to ZOOM = START A9h, ITEM 0020h, SET/GET 00h, DATA 0003h, CHECK SUM 23h, END 9Ah.
RS-232 ACK response packet: START A9h, ACK/NAK 0000h (Complete), ACK 03h.
PJLink supports 14 commands total: POWR, POWR?, INPT, INPT?, AVMT, AVMT?, ERST?, LAMP?, INST?, INF1?, INF2?, INFO?, CLSS? (13 listed in source table, with INF1/INF2/INFO/CLSS named in prose).
PJLink INF1 returns "SONY" on success or "ERR4" on projector error/warning.
PJLink INFO returns a single space " " on success or "ERR4" on projector error/warning.
PJLink ERST error digit order (6th to 1st, left to right): fan, lamp, temperature, cover open, filter, other.
SDCP system items: 0x8001=Model name (12 chars, 00h-padded), 0x8002=Serial number (4 bytes, 00000000-99999999), 0x8003=Installation location (24 chars, 00h-padded).
Input terminal codes vary by model series. Verify applicable codes for VPL-XW5000ES specifically.

Provenance

source_domains:
  - manualslib.com
source_urls:
  - https://www.manualslib.com/manual/937722/Sony-Vpl-Dx125.html
retrieved_at: 2026-06-11T01:37:27.378Z
last_checked_at: 2026-06-11T13:48:08.812Z

Verification Summary

verdict: verified
checked_at: 2026-06-11T13:48:08.812Z
matched_actions: 24
action_count: 24
confidence: medium
summary: "All 24 spec actions (14 PJLink + 10 SDCP) matched verbatim in source; transport parameters verified; complete coverage of documented protocol commands. (16 unresolved item(s) noted in Known Gaps.)"

Known Gaps

- "Source document title lists VPL-DX125/DX145/DW125/EX221/EX225/EX241/EX245/EX271/EX275/EW225/EW245/EW275 — VPL-XW5000ES is not explicitly mentioned. Protocol details may differ for this model. Verify against device-specific documentation."
- "RS-232C serial communication specifications (baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits) were not captured in the refined source."
- "Complete SDCP item number list for all controllable parameters was not fully captured."
- "Firmware version compatibility not stated in source."
- "serial communication specs not captured in refined source"
- "Complete SDCP item number list not fully captured - additional set/get commands for picture adjustments, lens settings, etc. may exist."
- "RS-232C command block format and baud rate/serial config not fully captured."
- "settable parameters (brightness, contrast, etc.) not documented in source"
- "no multi-step sequences described in source"
- "source does not describe safety warnings, interlock procedures, or power-on sequencing requirements specific to this model."
- "Source document covers VPL-DX125/DX145/DW125/EX221/EX225/EX241/EX245/EX271/EX275/EW225/EW245/EW275 — not VPL-XW5000ES. Input terminal codes, item numbers, and feature availability may differ."
- "RS-232C communication specifications (baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits, flow control) not captured in refined source."
- "Complete SDCP ITEM list for all controllable parameters not fully captured."
- "Firmware version compatibility not stated."
- "Power-on sequencing requirements not stated."
- "Timing constraints between commands not stated beyond \"no simultaneous commands\"."

From the AI4AV catalog (https://ai4av.net) · ODbL-1.0

Sony VPL-XW5000ES Series Control Spec

Summary

Transport

Traits

Actions

Feedbacks

Variables

Events

Macros

Safety

Notes

Provenance

Verification Summary

Known Gaps

Source & contribution

Sony VPL-XW5000ES Series Control Spec

Summary

Transport

Traits

Actions

Feedbacks

Variables

Events

Macros

Safety

Notes

Provenance

Verification Summary

Known Gaps

Source & contribution