Sony VPL FX40 Operating Instructions

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    2-687-435-17 (2) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-FE40/FE40L VPL-FX40/FX40L VPL-FX41/FX41L © 2006 Sony Corporation
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    fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: THIS WARNING IS with the instruction manual, may cause user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
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    the user may be required to take adequate measures. For the customers in Europe The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service
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    7 Overview About the Supplied Manuals 8 Features 8 Location and Function of Controls .. 10 Top/Front/Side 10 Rear/Side/Bottom 10 Control Panel 11 Connector Panel 12 Remote Commander 14 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 16 Connecting the Projector 17 Connecting a Computer 17
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    If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, lens. To remove dust on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use a damp cloth, detergent solution, or thinner. • Clean the filter whenever you replace the lamp
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    green) that continuously appear on the LCD projector. This is a normal result of the the temperature sensor will function with the message "High temp.! Lamp off in 1 min." The power will be turned off Usage • Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high
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    location Otherwise, the air filter will become obstructed, and filter may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the unit. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp and the unit or the zooming Avoid using as the unit the lens Do not place any object just in front of the lens that
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    the projector. 8 About the Supplied Manuals / Features Features High brightness and high picture performance High brightness Sony's unique optical system with the newgeneration LCD panel "BrightEra" incorporating a newly developed inorganic alignment, allows a light output of 4000 lumen (VPL-FE40
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    to adjust or control each projector individually with one Remote Commander when you use two or more projectors in one room. Simple maintenance Even when the projector is mounted on the ceiling you can change the lamp or clean the air filter easily because the replacement lamp is located at the side
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    manual refers to both the VPL-FE40 and VPL-FE40L, the VPL-FX40 refers to both the VPL-FX40 and VPL-FX40L, and the VPL-FX41 refers to both the VPL-FX41 and VPL-FX41L. Location and Function of Controls Top/Front/Side 3 1 4 5 2 6 Rear/Side/Bottom 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd a Front remote control
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    Overview f Air filter covers The air filter of VPL-FX41 can be set on one side only. Note To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. For details, see "Cleaning the Air Filter" on page 43. g Rear remote control detector h Connector Panel For details, see "
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    picture further back, and the V or b key to focus on a picture further forward. 12 Location and Function of Controls The ZOOM and FOCUS keys cannot be used when you attach the optional lens VPLL-1008 to the projector. f MENU key Displays the on-screen menu. Press again to clear the menu. g ?/1 (On
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    to operate the projector from the computer. f AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. g CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER (DC 5V output) jack (stereo minijack) Connects to the control S out jacks of Sony equipment. Connects to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the supplied Remote Commander when using
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    again. k ID MODE 1/2/3 keys When you apply the same identification number as the projector to a Remote Commander you can easily adjust or control each projector with a Remote Commander whenever you use two or more projectors in one room. For details, see "ID Mode" in the Installation menu on page
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    polarity. While pressing the lid, slide it. Be sure to install the battery from the # side. 2 Replace the lid. Notes on Remote Commander operation • Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the projector. Direct the Remote
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    Installing the Projector The following table gives an example of installing the standard lens supplied with VPL-FE40/ VPL-FX40/VPL-FX41. For details on installation, ceiling installation or when you use an optional lens, be sure to refer to the operating instructions of "Installation Manual for
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    (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B HD D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied) Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, SXGA+ and UXGA signals. However, we recommend that you set the output mode of your computer to SXGA+ (VPL-FE40) or XGA (VPL-FX40/ FX41) mode for the external
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    plug adaptor. To connect a computer (Digital) or video equipment (Digital) Side The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics control) Signal. To attach the HDMI cable Fix the cable to the cable tie holder next to the
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    Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to a VCR. For more information, refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting. To connect to a video or S video output connector Side To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Side Projecting
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    remote control detector COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO MENU APA ENTER 8 RESET FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT then lights in green. 3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector. S-VideoTVideoT To input from Press INPUT to display Computer, etc.
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    all-in-one LCD type, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys (e.g., / , LCD VGA / for switching the computer to output to the projector varies depending on the type of computer. 6 keys. Press the ZOOM key and adjust the size of the picture using the M/m/
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    Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key. "POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key again." appears to confirm that you want to turn off the power. Note The message disappears if you press any key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not press any key for approximately five seconds. 2 Press the ?/1 key
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    Functions Front remote control detector COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO MENU APA ENTER RESET FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT ASPECT KEY STONE 2 3 4,5,6 1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the projector. 5 Press the
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    the MENU key. The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute. Security Lock The projector is equipped with a security lock function. When you turn the power of the projector on, you are required to input the previously set password. If you do not input the correct password
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    again to confirm. Security Lock Re-enter new password key. Note If you call the customer service center because you have forgotten the password, you will need to be able to verify the projector's serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your
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    red (except with the VPL-FX41). • When the power is turned on soon , it may take some time until the lamp will light on. Effective Tools for Your any obstruction between the presentation tool and the remote control detector on the projector, the presentation tool may not function properly.
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    B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. Some of the adjustable/setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu,
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    stone" and "Gamma Mode" in the Picture menu. • Press the RESET key on the Remote Commander. To reset the value of an item back to its factory preset value, press . Storage of the settings The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory. If no signal is input If there is no input signal,
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    The Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture. Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals. For details, see "Input signals and adjustable/setting items" on page 39. When the video signal is input When the signal is input from a computer
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    Setting items Functions Initial setting DDE (Dynamic According to the film source you have selected, make a Film Detail setting for playback. Enhancer) • Film: Normally, select this option. Reproduces the 2-3 Pull-Down film sources with smooth picture movement. When the video signal with a
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    4:3 aspect ratio. • 16:9 : Select to view a picture squeezed. • Zoom: Select to view a squeezed picture with black bands displayed on both sides. Set picture while matching one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD. The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller.
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    that signal are displayed on the Infomation menu (See page 39). You can also adjust the preset data through the Screen menu. This projector has 20 types of user memories for Input-A into which you can save the setting of the adjusted data for an unpreset input signal. When an unpreset signal
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    is lowered. Sets the power saving mode. Off When set to "On", the projector goes into power saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. At input or any button is pressed. If you do not want to set the projector to power saving mode, select "Off". Adjusts the volume. 30 Set to "Off
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    , NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, or PAL60. • "NTSC3.58"-"PAL-N": Allows you to set the color system to the selected system manually. Auto Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. - Notes • If you turn on "High Altitude Mode" to "On" at an altitude less than 1,500 m (4,921 feet
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    with no input signal, or you want to switch the setting manually. Displays the test pattern. Off When set to "On," a test pattern appears on the screen to be used when adjusting the lens with "Focus," "Zoom," and "Shift," or correcting the screen proportions with "V Keystone." A test pattern
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    Initial setting Locks all the control panel keys on the side panel of Off the projector so that the projector can be operated only with the Remote Commander. To lock the control panel keys, set to "On Shift" items in the Screen menu when you adjust the picture manually. 36 The Function Menu
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    vertically. • Off: The picture does not flip. Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection. • High: Illuminates the projected the lens. When set to "Off," the FOCUS, ZOOM and SHIFT keys do not work. Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the front and rear of the projector.
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    control all the projectors with the Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the Remote Commander. Illumination Selects whether the SONY logo on the top panel of the On projector lights when the projector on the picture position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio of
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    signal. Displays the type of the input signal. Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on (total usage). Notes • fH (horizontal frequency) ) may not be displayed depending on the input signal used on the projector. • You cannot change the displays listed above. Input signals and adjustable
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    Signal APA Phase Pitch - - - z*6 - - - - z*6 - - - - z*6 - Shift - z z z - z : Adjustable/can be set - : Not adjustable/cannot be set *5: VPL-FE40: Can be set except preset memory numbers 50 and 51. VPL-FX40/FX41: Can be set except preset memory numbers 37, 38, 39, 40, 45, 46
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    • "Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter." appears on the screen. • The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 3 flashes) The lamp life varies depending on conditions of use. Use an LMP-F270 Projector Lamp as the replacement lamp. Use of any other lamps than the LMP-F270 may
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    not put your hands into the lamp replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or other objects into the slot to avoid electrical shock or fire. Note To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the Remote Commander. Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the
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    is not closed securely. • The air filter has face and reverse sides. Attach the air filter so that the frames on the air filter are visible. • To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander. 3 Remove the air filter from the each claws (6 positions
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    B Others Troubleshooting If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Power Symptom Cause and Remedy The power is not turned on. • The power has
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    • The projector is set lamp has burnt out or is dim. c Replace the lamp with a new one (see page 41). The picture is not clear. • The picture is out of focus. c Adjust the focus (see page 21). • Condensation has accumulated on the lens. c Leave the projector key on the Remote Commander or adjust
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    cord from the wall outlet after the ON/ STANDBY indicator goes out, plug the power cord to the wall outlet, and then turn the projector on again. If the ON/STANDBY flashes in red and the problem persists, the electrical system has failed. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. 46 Troubleshooting
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    the filter (see page 43). • If this message appears again after you replace the lamp, the lamp replacement process is not complete. c Perform the operations in step 8 to 11 on page 42. Note To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander. The
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    LCD panel VPL-FE40: 0.79-inch SXGA+ panel, 4,410,000 pixels (1400 × 1050 × 3) VPL-FX40/FX41: 0.79-inch XGA panel, 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) Lens 1.3 times zoom lens (powered) f 30.6 to 39.7 mm/F1.66 to 2.18 * The lens is not supplied with the VPL-FE40L/FX40L/FX41L. Lamp projector.
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    90% Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Lens cap (1) (VPL-FE40/FX40/ FX41) Lens hole cover (1) (VPL-FE40L/ FX40L/FX41L) AC power cord (1) CD-ROM (Operating Instructions, Application Software) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security
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    Projector Lamp LMP-F270 (for replacement) Projector Suspension Support PSS-610 Presentation Tool RM-PJPK1 Projection Lense Fixed short focus lens VPLL-1008 (for rear projection (Optical Axis Angle: 0 degree)) F = 2.0 f = 13.1 mm Manual nearest Sony dealer. Pin assignment INPUT A/B RGB connector (HD
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    /50p 37.500 50.000 12 1080/60p 1080/60p 67.500 60.000 13 1080/50p 1080/50p 56.260 50.000 14 1080/24p 1080/24p 26.973 23.976 15 1080/30p 1080/30p 33.750 29.970 21 640 × 350 VGA mode 1 (VGA 350) 31.469 70.086
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    Memory Preset signal No. 31 800 × 600 VESA 56 32 VESA 60 33 VESA 72 34 VESA 75 (IBM M5) 35 VESA 85 36 832 × 624 Mac 16 37 1024 × 768 VESA 60 38 VESA 70 39 VESA 75 40 VESA 85 45 1280 × 960 VESA 60 46 VESA 75 47 1280 × 1024 VESA 60 48 VESA 75 49 VESA 85 50 1400 × 1050
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    Memory Preset signal No. 63 1280 × 800 1280 × 800/60 fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync 49.702 59.810 H-neg, V-pos Analog Digital signals signals z z Preset memory No. at the input signal Analog signals Signal Preset memory No. Video (Video, S video connector) 1, 2 Component (Input-C connector)
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    ) 497 (19 5/8) 116 (4 5/8) (5/16) 7.6 71 (2 7/8) 13 (17/32) (4) 10 0 145 (5 3/4) 87.5 (3 1/2) 47.5 (1 7/8) 24.5 (31/32) Top 133 (5 1/4) 65.4 65.4 (2 5/8) (2 5/8) 133 (5 1/4) Center of the lens 500 (19 3/4) 27.5(1 1/8) 40 (1 5/8) 352 (13 7/8) 54 Dimensions 532 (21) Unit: mm (inches)
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    /16) 27 (11/8) 279 (11) 298 (11 3/4) 352 (13 7/8) 330 (13) 128 (5 1/8) 145 (5 3/4) 89 (3 1/2) 24.5 (31/32) Others 77 (3 1/32) 95 (3 3/4) 80 (3 1/4) Removable panel for lamp replacement Unit: mm (inches) Dimensions 55
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    .3 (3/4) 66. 9 (2 41/64) 24.5 (31/32) 150.6 (6) 110 (4 3/8) 170 (6 3/4) 124.3 (5) Center of gravity 219 (8 5/8) Center of unit There is no ventilation hole (intake) and no filter cover on this side on the VPL-FX41. Unit: mm (inches) 56 Dimensions
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    28 Air filter 43 Aspect 16:9 31 4:3 31 Full 1 31 Full 2 31 Normal 31 Zoom 31 Auto Lamp Mode 37 Lamp replacement 41 Lamp Timer 39 Language 33 selecting the menu language 23 Lens 10 Location and function of controls connector panel 12 control panel 11 rear/side/bottom 10 Remote
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    remote control detector 10 location and function of controls ......... 14 rear remote control detector 11 Reset 29 resetting an item 28 S Screen size 16, 48 Security Lock 36 Sharpness 29 Smart APA 35 Specifications 48 Standby Mode 33 Status 33 Supplied accessories 49 T Troubleshooting
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