Sony VPL-FE40L Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 2-687-435-11 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-FE40/FE40L VPL-FX40/FX40L © 2006 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the...
- Page 3 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For the State of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Precautions ... 5 Notes on Installation and Usage ... 6 Unsuitable Installation ... 6 Usage in High Altitude ... 7 Unsuitable Conditions ... 7 Overview About the Supplied Manuals ... 8 Features ... 8 Location and Function of Controls .. 10 Top/Front/Side ... -
Page 5: Precautions
Never install it by yourself. For installation, be sure to consult with a Sony dealer. On safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. -
Page 6: Notes On Installation And Usage
On repacking • Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your unit. For maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory. On LCD projector •... -
Page 7: Usage In High Altitude
Subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner Installing in such a location may cause malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature. Near a heat or smoke sensor Malfunction of the sensor may be caused. Very dusty, extremely smoky Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment. -
Page 8: About The Supplied Manuals
About the Supplied Manuals / Features Features High brightness and high picture performance High brightness Sony’s unique optical system with the new- generation LCD panel “BrightEra” incorporating a newly developed inorganic alignment, allows a light output of 4000 lumen. High resolution VPL-FE40: Three 0.79-inch SXGA+... - Page 9 * The optional lenses available for VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 equipped with a standard lens only. Center positioned lens The projector is designed to locate the lens in the center of the projector. This enables easy setup, as the lens center aligns with the center of the screen.
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Page 10: Location And Function Of Controls
• HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • Air Shot is a trademark of Sony corporation. • “BrightEra” is a trademark of Sony corporation. Unless otherwise specified in notes, the... -
Page 11: Control Panel
f Air filter covers Note To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the For details, see “Cleaning the Air Filter” on page 42. g Rear remote control detector h Connector/Connector Panel For details, see “Connector Panel” on page 12. -
Page 12: Connector Panel
– Flashes in red when the internal temperature is high or the electrical system has failed. – Lights in green when the projector is turned on, and when it is ready to operate. – Flashes in green from the time when the projector is turned on until the projector is ready to operate. -
Page 13: Ac In Socket
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 it as a wired Remote Commander. In this case,... -
Page 14: Remote Commander
Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically. COMMAND INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO MENU ENTER RESET FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT ASPECT STONE D ZOOM MUTING VOLUME – AUDIO FREEZE ID MODE... -
Page 15: Menu Key
m MUTING keys Cut off the picture and sound. • PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again to restore the picture. • AUDIO: Press to temporarily cut off the audio output from the speaker. Press again, or press the VOLUME+ key to restore the sound. -
Page 16: Projecting The Picture
B Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector The following table gives an example of installing the standard lens supplied with VPL-FE40/ VPL-FX40. 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 Dealers”. The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the screen. -
Page 17: Connecting The Projector
Connecting the Projector When you connect the projector, make sure to: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. • Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of picture signals. -
Page 18: Connecting A Vcr
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a video output connector of a type having two rows of pins, use a commercially available plug adaptor. To connect a computer (Digital) or video equipment (Digital) Side to DVI-D output... -
Page 19: Projecting
To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Side audio output to video GBR/ component output A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B BNC cable (not supplied) Note Set the aspect ratio using “Aspect” on the Screen menu according to the input signal. - Page 20 Press the INPUT key to select the input source. You can select directly the input signal you want to project by pressing one key from among INPUT A, B, C, D or E on the Remote Commander. Each time you press the INPUT key on the control panel, the input signal switches as follows: Input-AtInput-BtInput-CtInput-DtInput-E...
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Page 21: Turning Off The Power
To adjust the tilt of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level. Adjusters Notes • Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers. • Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjuster extended. -
Page 22: Convenient Functions
B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of sixteen languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays. The factory setting is English. To change the menu language, proceed as follows: COMMAND INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT SHOT VIDEO... -
Page 23: Security Lock
The menu changes to the selected language. To clear the menu Press 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. - Page 24 Enter the password on this screen. Security Lock Enter new password key. Power-on cannot be performed without the password. Use: Enter the password again to confirm. Security Lock Re-enter new password key. Be sure to remember this password. Use: When “Security Lock enabled!” is displayed on the menu screen, the setting for security lock is completed.
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Page 25: Other Functions
Other Functions Direct Power On/Off Function If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the power for the entire system on and off, set the direct power on function to “On.” When you turn off the power, you can also just unplug the power cord without pressing the ?/1 key. -
Page 26: Using A Menu
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, in a setting menu or adjustment menu with no main menu, or in the next menu window. - Page 27 Next menu window Setting items Make the setting or adjustment of an item. • When changing the adjustment level: To increase the number, press the M or , key. To decrease the number, press the m or < key. Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen.
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Page 28: The Picture Menu
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 38. When the video signal is input Setting items Functions Picture Mode... - Page 29 Setting items Functions DDE (Dynamic According to the film source you have selected, make a 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 format other than the 2-3 Pull-Down is input, “Progressive”...
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Page 30: The Screen Menu
The Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can also adjust the aspect ratio of 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 38. When the signal is input from a computer Aspect Full 2... -
Page 31: About The Preset Memory No
Setting items Functions Adjust Signal APA (Auto Pressing ENTER key automatically adjusts the Pixel “Phase,” “Pitch” and “Shift” to position the image Alignment) correctly on a screen. Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the panel and the computer signal. Adjust the picture to the point where it looks clearest. Pitch Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture from a computer. -
Page 32: The Setup Menu
The Setup Menu The Setup menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. Setting items Functions Status Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed. Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages. - Page 33 Setting items Functions Input-C Signal Sel. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment connected to the INPUT C connector. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by selecting “Input-C” with the INPUT key. • Auto: Selects the input signal type automatically. •...
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Page 34: The Function Menu
The Function Menu The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the projector. Setting items Functions Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically adjusts “Phase,” “Pitch” and “Shift” in the Screen menu for the input signal from a computer. •... - Page 35 Setting items Functions Panel Key Lock Locks all the control panel keys on the side panel of the projector so that the projector can be operated only with the Remote Commander. To lock the control panel keys, set to “On.” When it is set to “On,”...
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Page 36: The Installation Menu
The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. Lamp Mode Standard ID Mode Illumination Direct Power On Setting items Functions V Keystone Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture. When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top ): Sets a lower value (–... - Page 37 Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the Remote Commander. Illumination Selects whether the SONY logo on the rear panel of the projector lights when the projector is on. Direct Power On Set to “On” if you are using a circuit breaker to turn the power on/off the entire system.
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Page 38: The Information Menu
The Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp. Setting items Functions Model Name Displays the model name. Serial Number Displays the serial number. - Page 39 Item Video/S-Video (Y/C) Sharpness Black Level Adj. Gamma Mode – z : Adjustable/can be set – : Not adjustable/cannot be set : Except B & W : NTSC and NTSC only, except B & W 3.58 4.43 Screen menu Item Video/S-Video (Y/C) Aspect...
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Page 40: Replacing The Lamp
B Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as a light source is a consumable product. Thus replace this lamp with a new one in the following cases. • When the lamp has burnt out or dims • “Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter.”... - Page 41 Notes • Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp. • The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured properly. Restore the lamp cover to the original position and tighten the three screws with the phillips screwdriver.
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Page 42: Cleaning The Air Filter
For details on new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnnel. • Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly; the power can not be turned on if it is not closed securely. -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
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 been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short interval. - Page 44 Symptom “Please check Input-C Signal Sel.” appears in spite of inputting the correct signal from INPUT C. On-screen display does not appear. Color balance is incorrect. The picture is too dark. The picture is not clear. The image extends beyond the screen.
- Page 45 • The projector is being used at a high altitude. c Ensure that “Cooling Setting” in the Setup menu is set to “On.” ON/STANDBY flashes in The fan is broken. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. red. (Repetition rate of 4 flashes) ON/STANDBY flashes in Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the ON/ red.
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Page 46: Messages List
Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen. Message High temp.! Lamp off in 1 min. Frequency is out of range! Please check Input-C Signal Sel. Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter. -
Page 47: Specifications
2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 × 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. Lamp 275 W Ultra high pressure lamp Projected picture size 40 to 600-inches (measured... -
Page 48: Optional Accessories
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) 10% to 90% Remote Commander (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Lens cap (1) (VPL-FE40/FX40) Lens hole cover (1) (VPL-FE40L/ FX40L) AC power cord (1) CD-ROM (Operating Instructions, Application Software) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) -
Page 49: Pin Assignment
97 × 87 × 177 mm (W × H × D) Weight 1140 g Some of the items may not be available in some areas. For details, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Pin assignment INPUT A/B RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) - Page 50 Preset signals Memory Preset signal Video 60 Hz Video 50 Hz 480/60i 575/50i 480/60p 575/50p 1080/60i 1080/50i 720/60p 720/50p 1080/60p 1080/50p 640 × 350 640 × 400 640 × 480 800 × 600 832 × 624 Specifications fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Video 60 Hz 15.734 Video 50 Hz...
- Page 51 Memory Preset signal 1024 × 768 VESA 60 VESA 70 VESA 75 VESA 85 1280 × 960 VESA 60 VESA 75 1280 × 1024 VESA 60 SXGA VESA75 SXGA VESA85 1400 × 1050 SXGA+ 1600 × 1200 UXGA VESA60 1280 × 768 1280 ×...
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Page 52: Warning On Power Connection
Warning on power connection Use the supplied power cord when you use the projector in your country/region. Otherwise, use a proper power cord meeting the following specifications. The United States, Canada Plug type VM0233 Female end VM0089 Cord type Rated Voltage & 10A/125V Current Safety approval... -
Page 53: Dimensions
Dimensions Front 29.5 24.5 532 (21) 497 (19 116 (4 65.4 65.4 Center of the lens 500 (19 532 (21) Unit: mm (inches) Dimensions... - Page 54 Side 41.6 (1 77 (3 Dimensions 27 (1 279 (11) 298 (11 352 (13 330 (13) 95 (3 80 (3 82 (3 34 (1 Removable panel for lamp replacement Unit: mm (inches)
- Page 55 Rear 71 (2 10 ( Bottom 76.6 (3 Center of gravity 15 ( 16.7 25 (1) 25 (1) 52.4 454.8 (18) 163 (6 124 (5) 124 (5) 140 (5 99 (4) 219 (8 96 (3 Ventilation holes (Exhaust) Speakers Center of unit Unit: mm (inches) Dimensions...
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Page 56: Index
Index Adjust Signal APA ... 31 Phase ... 31 Pitch ... 31 Shift ... 31 Adjusting memory of the settings ... 27 Air filter ... 42 Aspect 16:9 ... 30 4:3 ... 30 Full 1 ... 30 Full 2 ... 30 Normal ... - Page 57 turn off ...21 Precautions ...5 Projecting ...19 Remote Commander ...14 front remote control detector ...10 location and function of controls ...14 rear remote control detector ...11 Reset ...28 resetting an item ...27 Screen size ...16, 47 Security Lock ...35 Sharpness ...28 Smart APA ...34 Specifications ...47 Standby Mode ...32...
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