Sony VPL-FE40, FE40L User Manual

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Operating Instructions

2-687-435-15 (1)

VPL-FE40/FE40L VPL-FX40/FX40L

2006 Sony Corporation

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.

1 Use the approved Power Cord (3-core

mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2 Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /

Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT

The nameplate is located on the bottom.

WARNING

When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY. If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.

Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin

(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)

Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG

wires

Length Minimum 1.5 m (4 ft .11in.),

Less than 2.5 m (8 ft .3 in.)

Rating Minimum 10 A, 125 V

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V 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.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER COUNTRIES.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

For the customers in the USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the 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 could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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

www.dtsc. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/

perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

For the customers in Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Voor de klanten in Nederland

• Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).

• Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat.

• Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de batterij toch vervangen moet worden. De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.

• Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de levensduur in voor recycling, de batterij zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt worden.

For the customers in Europe, Australia and New Zealand

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

For the customers in Europe

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.

For safety

Be sure to attach the air filter to the unit.

For the customers in Taiwan only

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 ............................ 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

Connecting a VCR .....................18

Projecting ......................................... 19

Turning Off the Power ..................... 21

Convenient Functions

Selecting the Menu Language .......... 22

Security Lock ...................................23

Other Functions ................................25

Direct Power On/Off Function ... 25

Off & Go Function ..................... 25

Effective Tools for Your

Presentation .............................25

Controlling the Computer Using a

Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1

(not supplied) (When Using the Network Presentation

Function) .................................25

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU .................................26

The Picture Menu .............................28

The Screen Menu ..............................30

About the Preset Memory No. ....31

The Setup Menu ...............................32

The Function Menu ..........................34

The Installation Menu ......................36

The Information Menu .....................38

Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp ..........................40

Cleaning the Air Filter ......................42

Others

Troubleshooting ................................43

Messages List ..............................46

Specifications ...................................47

Dimensions .......................................52

Index .................................................55

Precautions

Warning

The Installation Manual contained in the CD-ROM is for dealers. If customers perform the installation described in this manual, an accident may occur, causing serious injury. 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. If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified Sony personnel before operating it further.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for several days.

• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

• The wall outlet should be near the unit and easily accessible.

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on.

• Do not place your hand or objects near the ventilation holes — the air coming out is hot.

• Be careful not to catch your fingers by the adjuster when you adjust the height of the unit. Do not push hard on the top of the unit with the adjuster out.

• Be sure to grasp both sides of the unit with both hands when carrying the unit.

• When you set the angle of projection to more than ±20°, read the Installation Manual for Dealers throughly for safe installation.

On illumination

• To obtain the best picture, the front of the screen should not be exposed to direct lighting or sunlight.

• Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is recommended. Use a cover over fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the contrast ratio.

• Cover any windows that face the screen with opaque draperies.

• It is desirable to install the unit in a room where floor and walls are not of lightreflecting material. If the floor and walls are of reflecting material, it is recommended that the carpet and wall paper be changed to a dark color.

On preventing internal heat buildup

• After you turn off the power with the I / 1 key on the control panel or on the Remote Commander, do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running.

• Do not disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet while the fan is still running. (For dealers)

Caution

The unit is equipped with ventilation holes (intake) at the bottom and ventilation holes (exhaust) at the rear. Do not block or place anything near these holes, or internal heat build-up may occur, causing picture degradation or damage to the unit.

On cleaning

• To keep the cabinet looking new, periodically clean it with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. Never use strong solvents, such as thinner, benzene, or abrasive cleansers, since these will damage the cabinet.

• Avoid touching the 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.

Precautions

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

• The LCD projector is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD projector. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.

Notes on Installation and Usage

Unsuitable Installation

Do not install the unit in the following situations. These installations may cause malfunction or damage to the unit.

Poorly ventilated

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation holes.

• When the internal heat builds up due to the block-up, the temperature sensor will function with the message “High temp.! Lamp off in 1 min.” The power will be turned off automatically after one minute.

• Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 inches) around the unit.

• Be careful that the ventilation holes may inhale tininess such as a piece of paper.

Notes on Installation and Usage

Highly heated and humid

• Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high, or temperature is very low.

• To avoid moisture condensation, do not install the unit in a location where the temperature may rise rapidly.

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.

magnifications. This is not a malfunction of the unit.

Unsuitable Conditions

Do not use the unit under the following conditions.

Do not topple the unit

Avoid using as the unit topples over on its side. It may cause malfunction.

Very dusty, extremely smoky

Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment. Otherwise, the air filter will become obstructed, and this may cause a malfunction of the unit or damage it. Dust preventing the air passing through the filter may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the unit. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp.

Usage in High Altitude

When using the unit at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set the “Cooling Setting” to “High” in the Setup menu. Failing to set this mode when using the unit at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components.

Note on the screen

When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the unit or the zooming

Do not tilt right/left

Avoid using as the unit tilts more than 20 degrees. Do not install the unit other than on the floor or ceiling. These installations may cause malfunction.

Do not block the ventilation holes

Avoid using something to cover over the ventilation holes (exhaust/intake); otherwise, the internal heat may build up.

Do not place a blocking object just in front of the lens

Do not place any object just in front of the lens that may block the light during projection. Heat from the light may damage the object. Use the PIC MUTING key on the Remote Commander to cut off the picture.

Notes on Installation and Usage

B Overview

About the Supplied Manuals

The following manuals and softwares are supplied with the projector. On Macintosh system, you can read only the Operating Instructions and Installation Manual for Dealers.

Manuals

Safety Regulations (separately printed manual)

This manual describes important notes and cautions to which you have to pay attention when handling and using this projector.

Quick Reference Manual (separately printed manual)

This manual describes basic operations for projecting pictures after you have made the required connections.

Operating Instructions (on the CDROM) (this manual)

This Operating Instructions describes the setup and operations of this projector.

Operating Instructions for Network (on the CD-ROM)

This Operating Instructions describes how to set up and operate the network presentation.

Installation Manual for Dealers (on the CD-ROM)

This manual describes the information for mounting the optional lenses on the projector and installing the projector.

Note

You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher is installed to read the Operating Instructions stored on the CD-ROM.

Software (on the CD-ROM)

Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 (Version 2.xx) (Japanese and English only)

This is an application software for transmitting data from a computer to the projector.

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.

High resolution

VPL-FE40: Three 0.79-inch SXGA+ panels with 1,470,000 pixels provide a resolution of 1400 × 1050 (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input. VPL-FX40: Three 0.79-inch XGA panels with 786,432 pixels provide a resolution of 1024 × 768 (horizontal/vertical) for RGB input.

High picture performance

DDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer) technology enables conversion of interlace format video signals to progressive format, allowing you to obtain a detailed picture. The technology also reproduces the film sources in 2-3 Pull-Down format with smooth picture movement. 12-bit 3D Digital Gamma Correction or 3D Digital Comb Filter for good picture uniformity is also provided.

Convenient and flexible setup

Power zoom/power focus and horizontal/vertical lens shift function

The projector is equipped with a 1.3-times power zoom, power focus lens and horizontal/vertical lens shift function which allows you to change the size of the projected image with the Remote Commander operated away from the projector.

* The optional lens VPLL-1008 can adjust the

focus manually.

Also, optional lenses are available for the projector, depending on your setup condition.

About the Supplied Manuals / Features

* 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.

Tilt installation (at front and rear)

You can install the projector by tilting it 90 degrees at the rear or 90 degrees in front. You can use a mirror for rear projection.

Direct Power On/Power Off function

The AC power for the entire system can be turned on and off by means of a breaker or other switch.

ID function

The function allows you 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 of the projector and the air filter is located at the front of the projector. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp.

System expandability using a network

Connection to a LAN allows you to turn the projector on/off away from the installation location via a Web browser or to obtain projector status information such as the lamp timer. Also, this projector enables the sending of mail that contains messages on the time for replacement of the projector lamp, error occurrences, etc., to mail addresses that have been specified. Also, this projector is available for SNMP.

Multi scan compatibility

HDMI and 5BNC connectors

The projector has the HDMI (HighDefinition Multimedia Interface) connector, digital input connector, which allows you to connect to the digital RGB equipment equipped with the HDMI output. The 5BNC input connectors allow you to connect to equipment output high-resolution signals and to connect to a computer from a long distance.

Accepts various input signals

The projector accepts video signals of the composite, S video and component, and can also display VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, SXGA+ and UXGA (60 Hz) signals.

Network presentation

Any image of a computer, if it is connected to a LAN by wired or wireless connection, can be projected by connecting a network cable to the NETWORK connector (RJ-45) of the projector.

For details, refer to the “Operating Instructions for Network.”

Other Convenient Functions

• Low fan noise makes your presentation comfortable

• Twin stack installation

• Security lock

• Panel key lock

• Easy-to-use Remote Commander that can select the input source directly

• On-screen menu in 16 languages

• Picture/Audio muting

• Freeze

• Lamp mode switching function

• Low power consumption in standby

About Trademarks

• Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation, U.S.A.

Overview

Features

• Kensington is a registered trademark of

Kensington Technology Group.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

• VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.

• Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.

• 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 VPL-FE40 described in this manual refers to both the VPL-FE40 and VPL-FE40L, and the VPL-FX40 refers to both the VPL-FX40 and VPL-FX40L.

Location and Function of Controls

Top/Front/Side

Rear/Side/Bottom

4 5

a Front remote control detector

b Adjusters

Turn the appropriate adjuster to the right or left for minor tilt adjustment of the projected picture.

c Indicator

For details, see “Control Panel” on page 11.

d Lamp cover

e Lens

Remove the lens cap before projection. The lens is not supplied with the VPLFE40L/FX40L.

8 9 0

qa qs

Location and Function of Controls

f Air filter covers

Note

To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lam

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.

i Security lock

Connects to an optional security cable (from Kensington). Web page address: http://www.kensington.com/

j Control panel

For details, see “Control Panel” on page 11.

k Speakers

l Ventilation holes (exhaust)

Control Panel

3 4 5 6 7

8 9

Overview

m Ventilation holes (intake)

Notes

• Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this may cause internal heat build-up.

• Do not place your hand near the ventilation holes as this may cause injury.

a LAMP/COVER indicators

Flashes in orange under the following conditions:

• A reception rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly.

• A reception rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of its life or reaches a high temperature.

For details, see page 45.

b ON/STANDBY indicator

Lights up or flashes under the following conditions: – Lights in red when the AC power cord

is plugged into a wall outlet. Once the projector is in standby mode, you can turn it on with the ?/1 key.

Location and Function of Controls

– Flashes in red when the internal

4567 098

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. Also, flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is turned off with the ?/1 key. The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power is turned off.

– Lights in orange when the power

saving mode is on.

For details, see pages 21 and 45.

c SHIFT key

Enters the H/V shift adjustment mode. Next, adjust the vertical/horizontal position of the picture using the arrow keys. Press the v key to move the picture upward. Press the V key to move it downward. Press the b key to move it leftward. Press the B key to move it rightward.

Note

Do not perform the lens shift operation when the VPLL-1008 is attached to the projector because the projector is installed with the center of the lens aligned with the center of the screen.

f MENU key

Displays the on-screen menu. Press again to clear the menu.

g ?/1 (On/Standby) key

Turns on the projector when it is in standby mode. When you push this key, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and then lights in green when the projector is ready to operate. To turn off the power, press the ?/1 key twice according to the message or hold the ?/1 key for about one second.

h INPUT key

Select the input signal. Each time you press the key the input signal switches.

i ENTER/v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys

Used to enter the settings of items in the menu system, select a menu, or make various adjustments.

Connector Panel

d ZOOM key

Enters the zoom adjustment mode. Next, adjust the picture size using the arrow keys. Press the v or B key to enlarge the picture size, and the V or b key to reduce it.

e FOCUS key

Enters the focus adjustment mode. Next, adjust the focus using the arrow keys. Press the v or B key to focus on a picture further back, and the V or b key to focus on a picture further forward.

The ZOOM and FOCUS keys cannot be used when you attach the optional lens VPLL-1008 to the projector.

Location and Function of Controls

a VIDEO IN (Video input)

Connects to external video equipment .

S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin)

Connects to the S video output (Y/C video output) of video equipment.

VIDEO (phono type)

Connects to the composite video output of video equipment.

AUDIO input L (MONO)/R (phono type)

Connect to the audio output of video equipment. For stereo equipment use both the L and R jacks; for monaural equipment use the L (MONO) jack only.

2/3 INPUT A/INPUT B

Analog RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female)

Connects to external equipment such as a computer. Connects to the monitor output of a computer using an optional cable.

AUDIO jack (stereo minijack)

To listen to sound output from a computer, connect via this jack to the audio output of the computer.

For details, see “Connecting a Computer” on page 17 and “Connecting a VCR” on page 18.

d OUTPUT

MONITOR connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female)

Connect to the video input connector of the monitor. Outputs signals from the selected channel and computer signals only from among the signals from the INPUT A, INPUT B or INPUT C. This connector does not output any signals from the INPUT D connector.

AUDIO jack (stereo minijack)

Connects to external active speakers. The volume of the speakers can be controlled by the VOLUME +/– keys on the Remote Commander. When INPUT A, INPUT B or INPUT C is selected, the sound input to the AUDIO connector which is for INPUT A, INPUT B or INPUT C is output. When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected, the sound input to the AUDIO input connector of VIDEO IN is output.

e REMOTE

RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin, female)

Connects to a computer to operate the projector from the computer.

CONTROL S OUT jack on the supplied Remote Commander when using it as a wired Remote Commander. In this case, when a stereo cable is used, you do not need to install batteries in the Remote Commander as the power is supplied from this jack.

h INPUT C

Analog RGB/Component connectors (R/R-Y/PR, G/Y, B/B-Y/

B, HD, VD) (BNC type)

Connect to a high-resolution computer or VCR where signals are transmitted long distances, for example, when the projector has been hung from the ceiling. Computer, component (R-Y/Y/B-Y), HDTV or DTV (DTV GBR, DTV

BPR) signal can be selected.

AUDIO (stereo mini-jack)

Connects to the audio output on a computer.

i INPUT D

Digital RGB/Component connector (HDMI) (accepts HDCP)

Connects to a video output connector on video equipment or a computer equipped with HDMI/DVI output connector (digital).

j INPUT E

NETWORK connector (RJ-45)

Connects to the LAN cable when the network function is in use.

CAUTION

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to this port. Follow the instructions for this port.

Overview

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

Location and Function of Controls

Remote Commander

The keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically.

COMMAND

ql qk qj qh

qf qd

OFF ON

INPUTBINPUT

INPUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MENU APA

ENTER

KEY

ASPECT

STONE

D ZOOM MUTING

PIC

AUDIO

–

ID MODE

1 2 3

AIR

SHOT

RESET

SHIFTZOOMFOCUS

VOLUME

FREEZE

–

1 2

4 5

7 8

9 0

For details, see “APA” in “The Screen Menu” on page 30.

e ENTER key

f RESET key

Resets the value of an item to its factory preset value. This key functions when a setting item is displayed on the screen.

g KEYSTONE (Vertical trapezoidal

distortion correction) key

Adjusts the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the image manually. When you press this key, the V Keystone menu is displayed. Use the arrow keys (M/m/ </,) for adjustment.

h ASPECT key

Select the aspect ratio of the picture. Each time you press this key the aspect ratio changes according to the input signals.

i VOLUME +/– keys

j FREEZE key

Freezes the projected picture. To cancel the frozen picture, press the key again.

a ?/1 (On/Standby) key

b INPUT A/B/C/D/E keys

Selects the input signal output from the connector of the same name as those of the Remote Commander.

c AIR SHOT key

Displays the Network Presentation Home.

For details, see Operating Instructions for Network (stored on the CD-ROM).

d APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

Automatically adjusts a picture to its clearest while a signal is input from a computer.

Location and Function of Controls

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 37.

l CONTROL S OUT jack (stereo

mini-jack)

Connects to the CONTROL S IN jack on the projector with the connecting cable (not supplied) when using the Remote Commander as a wired one. In this case you do not need to install the batteries since the power is supplied via the CONTROL S IN jack on the projector.

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.

n D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key

This function is not provided in this projector.

o ZOOM +/– keys

Adjusts the picture size.

p FOCUS +/– keys

Adjusts the picture focus.

q SHIFT +/– keys

Adjusts the vertical/horizontal position of the picture.

r M/m/</, keys (Arrow)

Used to enter the settings of items in the menu or make adjustment for zoom, focus or shift.

s MENU key

Be sure to install the battery from

# side.

the

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 Commander toward the front or rear remote control detector.

• The operation range is limited. The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes.

Overview

t COMMAND ON/OFF switch

When this switch is set to OFF, the keys on the Remote Commander do not function. This saves battery power.

u Infrared transmitter

To install batteries

1 Push and slide the lid to open it, then

install the two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) with the correct polarity.

While pressing the lid, slide it.

Location and Function of Controls

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. Use the following table as a guide.

Screen

Distance between the screen and the center of the lens

Screen size (inches)

Minimum Distance

Maximum Distance

There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above.

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 300 400 500 600

1.5

2.3

3.0

3.8

4.6

5.7

7.7

11.6

(4.9)

1.9

(6.2)

(7.4)

2.9

(9.5)

(9.9)

3.9

(12.7)

(12.5)

4.8

(15.9)

(15.0)

5.8

(19.1)

(18.8)

7.3

(23.9)

(25.2)

9.7

(32.0)

(37.9)

14.6

(48.0)

15.4

(50.6)

19.5

(64.1)

For details on installation, See “Installation Manual for Dealers” on the CD-ROM.

Installing the Projector

Unit: m (feet)

19.3

23.2

(63.3)

(76.0)

24.4

29.4

(80.2)

(96.3)

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. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself.

When connecting to a LAN using a LAN cable, see “Operating Instructions for Network” stored on the CD-ROM.

To connect a computer (Analog)

Side

Projecting the Picture

Connecting a Computer

This section describes how to connect the projector to a computer. For more information, refer to the computer’s instruction manual.

to audio output

Computer

to monitor output

A Stereo audio connecting cable (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) mode for the external monitor.

• If you set your computer, such as a notebook computer, to output the signal to both your computer’s display and the external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may not appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor.

Connecting the Projector

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

This HDMI connector conforms to Ver. 1.2a.

The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal.

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 DVI-D output

connector

to HDMI connector

A HDMI-DVI-D cable (not supplied) B HDMI cable (not supplied)

Note

Computer

DVD pla ye r

Be sure to use the HDMI cable with an HDMI logo.

Connecting the Projector

to audio

output (L)

to S

video

output

A Audio connecting cable (not supplied)

For stereo equipment use both the L and R jacks. For monaural equipment use the L (MONO) jack only.

B Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable

(not supplied)

to video output

VCR

to audio output (R)

To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector

Side

Projecting

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

(L)

VCR

to audio output (R)

Set the aspect ratio using “Aspect” on the Screen menu according to the input signal.

7 8 8

Rear remote control detector

COMMAND

OFF ON

INPUTBINPUT

INPUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MENU APA

ENTER

KEY

ASPECT

STONE

1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall

outlet, then connect all equipment.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode.

SHOT

RESET

SHIFTZOOMFOCUS

AIR

2 4

6,7,8 8

78 6

2 4

6,7,8

Projecting the Picture

2 Press the ?/1 key.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green.

3 Turn on the equipment connected to

the projector.

Projecting

4 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

S-VideoTVideoT

For details, see “Auto Input Search” in the Function menu on page 34.

• The Smart APA feature is effective for the input signal from a computer only.

5 Switch the equipment connected to

output to the projector.

Depending on the type of your computer, for example a notebook, or an all-in-one LCD type, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys (e.g.,

VGA

LCD

your computer’s settings.

, etc.), or by ch anging

To input from Press INPUT

Computer, etc. connected to the INPUT A connector

Computer, etc. connected to the INPUT B connector

Computer/VCR, etc. connected to INPUT C connector

Computer/VCR, etc. connected to INPUT D (Digital) connector

Computer connected to LAN to use the network presentation function

Video equipment connected to the VIDEO input connector

Video equipment connected to the S VIDEO input connector

to display

Input-A

Input-B

Input-C

Input-D

Input-E

Video

S-Video

Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) adjusts the picture of the connected equipment so that it is projected clearly.

Notes

• If “Auto Input Search” is set to “On,” the projector searches for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals are found.

and

Note

The key used for switching the computer to output to the projector varies depending on the type of computer.

6 Adjust the upper, lower, left or right

position of the picture using the M/m/ </, key while pressing the SHIFT

key.

7 Adjust the size of the picture and the

focus.

Press the FOCUS key and adjust the focus using the M/m/</, keys. Press the ZOOM key and adjust the size of the picture using the M/m/</, keys.

Note

The VPLL-1008 does not have the zoom function. To adjust the focus of the picture, turn the lens ring.

Projecting

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.

Turn ing O ff th e Power

1 Press the ?/1 key.

“POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key again.” appears to confirm that you want to turn off the power.

Tu r n t o adjust

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. It may cause a malfunction.

Note

The message disappears if you press any key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not press any key for five seconds.

2 Press the ?/1 key again.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce the internal heat. Also, the ON/ STANDBY indicator flashes quickly. During this time, you will not be able to light up the ON/STANDBY indicator again with the ?/1 key.

3 Unplug the AC power cord from the

wall outlet after the fan stops running and the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red.

When you cannot confirm the onscreen message

When you cannot confirm the on-screen message under certain conditions, you can turn off the power by holding the ?/1 key for about one second instead of the steps 1 and

2 above.

Note

The internal circuitry of the Off & Go and Direct Power On/Off functions may cause the fan to continue to operate for a short time even after the ?/1 key is pressed to turn off the power and the ON/STANDBY indicator changes to red.

Projecting the Picture

Turning Off the Power

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:

3 2

3 Press the MENU key.

The menu appears. The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button.

80 50 50 50 High 50

4,5,6

ON/ STANDBY indicator

Front remote control detector

COMMAND

OFF ON

INPUT

INPUTBINPUT

INPUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MENU APA

ENTER

KEY

ASPECT

STONE

1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall

outlet.

SHOT

RESET

SHIFTZOOMFOCUS

AIR

3 4,5,6

4 Press the M or m key to select the

(Setup) menu, then press the , or ENTER key.

The selected menu appears.

5 Press the M or m key to select

“Language,” then press the , or ENTER key.

2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the

projector.

Selecting the Menu Language

6 Press the M, m, < or , key to select

a language, then press the ENTER key.

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. If you do not input the correct password, you will not be able to project the picture.

Notes

• When the security lock becomes effective, you are required to input the password only when you turn the projector on after disconnecting or reconnecting the cable.

• You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password and the password administrator is not available. Be please aware that using the sec urity lock can prevent valid usage in such cases.

To use the security lock

1 Press the MENU key and then, on the

Function menu, turn on the

Lock”

setting.

2 Enter the password.

Use the MENU, M/m/</,, and ENTER keys to enter the four-digit password. (The default initial password setting is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.” After this is entered you can put in your own password. Therefore, when you use this function for the first time, please input “ENTER” four times.)

“Security

Convenient Functions

Security Lock

Enter password key.

Password required for power-on.

Use: Cancel: Other key

Next, the screen for entering the new password is displayed. (Enter the password on this screen even if you want to keep the current password.)

Security Lock

Enter the password on this screen.

Security Lock

Enter new password key.

Power-on cannot be performed without the password.

Use: Cancel: Other key

3 Enter the password again to confirm.

Security Lock

Re-enter new password key.

Be sure to remember this password.

Use: Cancel: Other key

When “Security Lock enabled!” is displayed on the menu screen, the setting for security lock is completed.

If “Invalid Password!” is displayed on the menu screen, perform this procedure again from step 1.

4 Turn the main power off and

disconnect the AC power cord.

The security lock is set to on, then it becomes effective. The screen used for entering the password is displayed when the power is turned on the next time.

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 identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.

Security certification

When the password screen is displayed, enter the password that was set. If you fail to enter the correct password after three tries, the projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to turn off the power.

To cancel the security lock

1 Press the MENU key, then turn off the

“

Security Lock” setting in the Function

menu.

2 Enter the password.

Enter the password that was set.

Security Lock

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. The internal circuitry will cause the fan to automatically operate for a certain time even after the power cord is removed.

Note

However, if the projector has been on for less than 15 minutes, the fan might not turn enough as a result of inadequate charging. In that case, follow the procedure for turning off the power as described in “Turning Off the Power” on page 21.

Off & Go Function

If you are leaving the conference room immediately, turn the projector off, and then, you can unplug the AC power cord. After the AC power cord is unplugged, the fan runs for a certain time automatically.

Note

Effective Tools for Your Presentation

Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1 (not supplied) (When Using the Network Presentation Function)

When you are using the network presentation function to project the picture from a computer, you can perform some operations for a slide show using a presentation tool (not supplied). The following keys on the presentation tool are usable.

Key Function

LASER Emits a laser beam. G SLIDE g Changes the slides in

the forward/backward direction.

B Displays/cancels a

black screen during the slide show.

* Even if the network presentation function is

not used, the LASER key can be used.

Notes

• If there is any obstruction between the presentation tool and the remote control detector on the projector, the presentation tool may not function properly.

• A black screen may not be displayed even if you press the “B” key depending on the operating system (OS) of the language of your computer.

• When you use the presentation tool, set “ID Mode” in the Installation menu to “All” or “1.”

Convenient Functions

To freeze the image projected (Freeze function)

Press the FREEZE key. “Freeze” appears when the key is pressed. This function works when a signal from a computer is input. To restore the original screen, press the FREEZE key again.

Other Functions

B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

2 Use the M or m key to select 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. If you select an item name followed by an arrow (B), the next menu window with the setting items appears.

To change the on-screen menu language, see “Selecting the Menu Language” on page 22.

Display items

Input signal indicator

Shows the selected input channel. is displayed when no signal is input. You can hide this indicator using “Status” on the Setup menu.

then press the , or ENTER key.

The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear. The item presently selected is shown in yellow.

3 Select an item.

Use the M or m key to select the item, then press the , or ENTER key. The setting items are displayed in a popup menu, in a setting menu, in an adjustment menu or in the next menu window.

Pop-up menu

Setting items

1 Press the MENU key.

The menu appears.

Using a MENU

Setting menu

Adjustment menu

Next menu window

Setting items

Select “OK” when the screen display appears. The following settings are reset to their factory preset values: The items that can be reset are as follows: “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,” “Color Temp,” “Sharpness,” “DDE,” “Black Level Adj.,” 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 the RESET key while a setting item is displayed on the screen.

4 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.

• When changing the setting:

Press the M or m key to change the setting. Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen. You can restore the previous screen using < depending on the selected item.

To clear the menu

Press the MENU key. The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute.

To reset items that have been adjusted

To reset the setting of the items, there are the following two ways.

• Select “Reset” in the Picture menu.

Unadjustable items

The adjustable items are limited depending on the input signals. The items that cannot be adjusted or set do not appear in the menu.

For details, see page 38.

Storage of the settings

The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is pressed.

If no signal is input

If there is no input signal, “Cannot adjust this item.” appears on the screen.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Do you wish to reset the settings to default values ?

Using a 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 When the signal is input from a computer

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Picture Mode Selects the picture mode.

• Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a

“dynamic” picture.

• Standard: Normally select this setting. If the picture has

roughness with the “Dynamic” setting, this setting reduces the roughness.

Reset The following settings are initialized to their factory preset

values: “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,” “Color Tem p ,” “ Sharpn e ss,” “D D E ,” “B lack L evel A d j .,” and “Gamma Mode” in the Picture Mode.

Contrast Adjusts the white area of pictures (white level).

The higher the setting, the greater the contrast. The lower the setting, the lower the contrast.

Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture.

The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker the picture.

Color Adjusts the intensity of the color density.

The higher the setting, the greater the intensity. The lower the setting, the lower the intensity.

Hue Adjusts the color tone.

The higher the setting, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the setting, the more reddish the picture becomes.

Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature.

• High: Gives white colors a blue tint.

• Low: Gives white colors a red tint.

Sharpness Sharpens the outline of the picture, or reduces the noise.

The higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting, the softer the picture, thus reducing the noise.

Standard

–

Low

The Picture Menu

Setting items Functions Initial setting

DDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer)

Black Level Adj. (Adjust)

Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve.

According to the film source you have selected, make a setting for playback.

• 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” is automatically selected.

• Progressive: Converts an interlace format video signal to

a progressive format.

• Off: Plays a video signal in an interlace format without

converting.

Produces a bolder, dynamic picture. Set according to the input signal source.

• High: Gives higher emphasis to the black color.

• Low: Gives lower emphasis to the black color.

• Off: Cancels this feature.

• Graphics: Improves the reproduction of halftones.

Photos can be reproduced in natural tones.

• Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for images that

contain lots of text.

Film

Low

Graphics

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The Picture 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.

Aspect Full 2 Over Scan On Adjust Signal

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Aspect (When the video signal is input)

Aspect (When the PC signal is input)

Over Scan Hides the outline of the picture.

You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the current input signal. This item is enabled only when an video signal (preset memory numbers 1 to 13) is input.

• 4:3 : Select to view a picture with normal 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.

You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the current input signal. This item is enabled only when an PC signal (preset memory numbers 21 to 56) is input.

• Full 1: Displays a picture vertically or horizontally to

fill the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture.

• Full 2: Displays a picture on the whole of the screen.

• Normal: Displays the 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.

• On: Hides the outline of the input picture. Select this

setting when noise appears along the edge of the picture.

• Off: Projects the whole of the input picture.

To adjust the displayable area within the four directions of the screen, refer to “Blanking” in the Installation menu (page 37)

Set according to the input signal

The Screen Menu

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Adjust Signal Set according to

APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)

Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the panel and the computer

Pitch Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture from a

Shift Adjusts the position of the picture.

Notes

• Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching to the aspect mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which are legally protected.

• For Aspect, “Aspect” itself or a part of the setting items cannot be displayed on the screen according to the input signal. Also, “Full 1” and “Full 2” may become the same images.

Pressing ENTER key automatically adjusts the “Phase,” “Pitch” and “Shift” to position the image correctly on a screen.

signal. Adjust the picture to the point where it looks clearest.

computer. The higher the setting, the wider the picture. The lower the setting, the narrower the picture. Adjust the setting to match the number of dots of the input signal.

• H: As the setting for H (horizontal) increases, the

picture moves to the right, and as the setting decreases, the picture moves to the left. Use < / , key to adjust the horizontal position.

• V: As the setting for V (vertical) increases, the

picture moves up, and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down. Use M / m key to adjust the vertical position.

the input signal

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

About the Preset Memory No.

This projector has 41 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory). When a preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal type and recalls the data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory number and signal type of that signal are displayed on the Infomation menu (See page 38). 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 is input for the first time, a memory number is displayed as 0. When you adjust the data of the signal using the Screen menu, it will be registered in the projector. If more than 20 user memory

items are registered, the newest memory always overwrites the oldest one.

See the chart on page 50 to find if the signal is registered in the preset memory.

Note

When the aspect ratio of input signal is other than 4:3, a part of the screen is displayed in black.

The Screen Menu

The Setup Menu

The Setup menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.

Setting items Functions Initial setting

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.

Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen

displays. Available languages are: English, Dutch, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified Chinese), Chinese (Traditional Chinese), Korean, Thai and Arabic.

Cooling Setting Use this item when using the projector at high

altitudes.

• High: Use this setting when using the projector at an

altitude of 1,500 m or higher.

• Standard: Use this setting when using the projector

at normal altitudes.

Standby Mode Lowers the power consumption in standby mode.

When set to “Low”, the power consumption in standby is lowered.

Power Saving Sets the power saving mode.

When set to “On”, the projector goes into power saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. At that time, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange, then the screen becomes dark. In power saving mode, the power saving mode is cancelled if a signal is input or any button is pressed. If you do not want to set the projector to power saving mode, select “Off”.

Volume Adjusts the volume. 30

Speaker Set to “Off” to cut the sound of the internal speakers.

When set to “Off,” “Speaker: Off” apears on the screen when you turn on the power.

English

Standard

Off

The Setup Menu

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Input-C Signal Sel. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment

Color System

Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. –

Notes

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.

• Computer: Inputs the signal from a computer.

• Vi deo G BR : Inputs the signal from a TV game or

HDTV broadcast.

• Component: Inputs the component signal from a

DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, digital tuner, etc.

Selects the color system of the input signal.

• Auto: Selects the color system of the input signal

automatically from among NTSC

4.43, PAL- M , PA L - N , o r PA L 6 0.

NTSC

•“NTSC

3.58”–“PAL-N”: Allows you to set the color

system to the selected system manually.

3.58, PAL, SECAM,

Auto

• If you turn on “Cooling Setting” to “High” at an altitude less than 1,500 m (4,921 feet), the projector may reduce the reliability of the lamp.

• When “Cooling Setting” is set to “High”, the number of turns of the fan increases, and the fan noise becomes slightly louder.

• When “Standby Mode” is set to “Low,” the network presentation function and network control function cannot be operated.

• When the input signal is not displayed correctly even if “Input-C Signal Sel.” set to “Auto,” select the item according to the input signal.

• Normally, set “Color System” to “Auto.” If the picture is distorted or colorless, select the color system appropriate for the input signal.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The Setup Menu

The Function Menu

The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the projector.

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically

adjusts “Phase,” “Pitch” and “Shift” in the Screen menu for the input signal from a computer.

• On: When a signal is input from a computer, the

APA functions automatically so that the picture can be seen clearly. Once the specified input signal has been adjusted by the “Smart APA,” it will not be readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and connected again or the input channel is changed. You can adjust the picture by pressing the APA key on the Remote Commander even if “Smart APA” set to “On.”

• Off: The APA functions when you press the APA key

on the Remote Commander.

Auto Input Search Detects the input signal and displays the detected input

signal automatically when the INPUT key is pressed. When set to “On”, the projector detects whether a Input-A, Input-B, Input-C, Input-D, Input-E, Video or S Video signal is input when the input connector with effective signals is automatically selected by pressing INPUT key. “Input-E” is displayed always. Set this to “Off” when you want to select an input selector with no input signal, or you want to switch the setting manually.

Test Pattern Displays the test pattern.

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 does not appear when this item is set to “Off.”

Background Selects the background color of the screen when no

signal is input. You can select “Black” or “Blue”.

Off

Blue

The Function Menu

Setting items Functions Initial setting

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,” keeping the ?/1 key on the control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the projector on when it is in standby mode, and turns the projector to standby mode when the power is on. If you press and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when the power is on, the lock will be released and “Panel Key Lock” is automatically set to “Off.”

Security Lock Turns on the projector’s security lock function.

When set to “On,” turns on the security lock function, which locks the projector once a password has been set.

For details, see “Security Lock” on page 23.

Notes

• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes a black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the image may not be displayed on the screen.

• You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while “Adjusting” appears on the screen.

• The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal.

• Adjust the “Phase,” “Pitch,” and “Shift” items in the Screen menu when you adjust the picture manually.

Off

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The Function 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

All

Setting items Functions Initial setting

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 (– direction) When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom (): Sets a higher value (+ direction).

Image Flip Flips the picture on the screen horizontally and/or

Off vertically. Use this item for installation for the backside projection or ceiling installation.

• HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically.

• H: Flips the picture horizontally.

• V: Flips the picture vertically.

• Off: The picture does not flip.

Lamp Mode Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection.

Standard

• High: Illuminates the projected image brightly.

• Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption.

The brightness of the projected image will be lower compared with the “High” setting.

Lens Control Avoids any operation of the lens such as “Focus,” “Zoom,”

On and “Shift,” by mistake.

When set to “On,” you can adjust the projection lens using “Focus,” “Zoom,” and “Shift.” After you make this adjustment, it is recommended that you set this item to “Off” to avoid any operation of the lens. When set to “Off,” the FOCUS, ZOOM and SHIFT keys do not work.

IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the

Front & Rear front and rear of the projector.

• Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear

detectors.

• Front: Activates the front detector only.

• Rear: Activates the rear detector only.

The Installation Menu

Setting items Functions Initial setting

ID Mode Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to the projector when you

want control two or more projectors individually with the supplied Remote Commander. When this item is set to “1,” you can control the projector with the Remote Commander with the ID MODE key set to “1.” When it is set to “All,” you can 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 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. You can turn off the power just by unplugging the power cord without pressing the ?/1 key.

Blanking Adjust the displayable area within the four directions of the

screen. Select each screen edge “left / right / up / bottom” on the Blanking adjustment screen with M / m key. Adjust the desired Blanking value with < / , key.

Notes

• Depending on the picture position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio of the picture may change from the original or picture distortion may occur with V Keystone adjustment.

• When both Blanking and V Keystone are adjusted at the same time, Blanking may not function properly. When you use Blanking, set the V Keystone to “0.”

• Since the displayable area becomes narrower when Blanking value is adjusted, information necessary on Input-E may not be displayed.

All

Off

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The Installation 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.

Memory number

Signal type

Setting items Functions

Model Name Displays the model name.

Serial Number Displays the serial number.

fH (horizontal frequency)

fV (vertical frequency)

Memory No. Displays the preset memory number of the input signal.

Signal Type Displays the type of the input signal.

Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on (total usage).

Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.

Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.

Notes

• fH (horizontal frequency) and fV(vertical 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/setting items

Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal as indicated in the following tables. The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu.

Picture menu

Item Input signal

Picture Mode

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Hue

Color Temperature

The Information Menu

Video/S-Video (Y/C)

zzzzz zzzzz zzzzz

zzzzz

Component Video GBR Computer Network

zz –– zz ––

Item Input signal

Sharpness

DDE

Black Level Adj.

Gamma Mode

Video/S-Video (Y/C)

zzz –– zzz –– zzz ––

––z

Component Video GBR Computer Network

z : Adjustable/can be set

– : Not adjustable/cannot be set

: Except B & W

: NTSC3.58 and NTSC4.43 only, except B & W

: Preset memory No. 3, 4 only.

Screen menu

Item Input signal

Aspect

Over Scan

Adjust Signal

APA

Phase

Pitch

Shift

Video/S-Video (Y/C)

zzzz*4–

– zz ––

–––z –––z –––z – zzz –

Component Video GBR Computer Network

z : Adjustable/can be set – : Not adjustable/cannot be set

: VPL-FE40: Can be set except preset memory numbers 50 and 51.

VPL-FX40: Can be set except preset memory numbers 37, 38, 39, 40, 45, 46, 50 and 51.

: Except HDMI input.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

–

The Information Menu

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.” 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 cause damage to the projector.

Caution

The lamp remains hot after the projector is turned off with the ?/1 key. If you touch the

lamp, you may burn your finger. When you replace the lamp, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool.

Notes

• If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified for personal.

• Pull out the lamp by holding the knob. If you touch the lamp, you may be burned or injured.

• When removing the lamp, make sure it remains horizontal, then pull straight out. Do not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks, the pieces may scatter, causing injury.

3 Remove the lamp cover by lifting it

forward with the fingers placed on the slit of the projector.

4 Loosen the two screws on the lamp

unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a), hold the knob (b), then pull out the lamp unit.

1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect

the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

Note

When replacing the lamp after using the projector, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool.

2 Open the lamp cover by loosening the

three screws with a Phillips screwdriver.

Replacing the Lamp

5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until

it is securely in place (a). Tighten the two screws (b).

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.

6 Restore the lamp cover to the original

position and tighten the three screws with the phillips screwdriver.

Note

Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely as it was. If not, the projector cannot be turned on.

12Select “OK.”

Caution

Do 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 USA

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

Maintenance

7 Connect the power cord.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red.

8 Press the ?/1 key to turn the projector

on.

9 Press the MENU key, and then select

the Setup menu.

10Select “Lamp Timer Reset”, and then

press the ENTER key.

A message is displayed.

11Select “Yes”, and then press the

ENTER key.

The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0, and “Lamp Timer Reset Complete!” is displayed in the menu screen.

Replacing the Lamp

Cleaning the Air Filter

The air filter should be cleaned whenever you replace the lamp. Remove the air filter, and then remove the dust with a vacuum cleaner. The time needed to clean the air filter will vary depending on the environment or how the projector is used.

1 Turn the power off and unplug the

power cord.

2 Remove the two air filter covers.

3 Remove the air filter from the each

claws (6 positions) on the air filter cover.

Caution

If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible malfunction or fire.

Notes

• If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter, replace the air filter with a new one. 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.

• 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.

Claws

4 Clean the air filter with a vacuum

cleaner.

5 Attach the air filter so that it fits into

the each claws (6 positions) on the air filter covers and replace the cover.

Cleaning the Air Filter

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

Picture

Symptom Cause and Remedy

No picture. • A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.

The picture is noisy. • Noise may appear on the background depending on the

The picture from the INPUT C connector is colored strangely.

interval. c Wait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power

(see page 21).

• The lamp cover is not secured.

c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 41).

• The air filter cover is detached.

c Attach the air filter cover securely (see page 42).

c Check that the proper connections have been made (see

page 17).

• The connections are wrong.

c This projector is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data

Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with DDC, turn the projector on according to the following procedures.

1 Connect the projector to the computer. 2 Turn the projector on. 3 Start the computer.

• Input selection is incorrect.

c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT key (see

page 20).

• The picture is muted.

c Press the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see

page 15).

• The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a computer. c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor

(see page 17).

combination of the number of dots input from the computer and the numbers of pixels on the LCD panel. c Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer.

• Input a video signal with the jitter. c Use a TBC (Time Base Corrector) to try to reduce video jitter.

The setting of “Input-C Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is incorrect. c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly

according to the input signal (see page 33).

Others

Troubleshooting

Symptom Cause and Remedy

“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 has not been adjusted properly.

The picture is too dark. • Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly.

The picture is not clear. • The picture is out of focus.

The image extends beyond the screen.

The picture flickers. “Phase” in the Screen menu has not been adjusted properly.

The setting of “Input-C Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is incorrect. c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly

according to the input signal (see page 33).

“Status” in the Setup menu has been set to “Off.”

c Set “Status” in the Setup menu to “On” (see page 32).

c Adjust the picture (see page 28).

• The projector is set to the wrong color system.

c Set “Color System” in the Setup menu to match the color system

being input (see page 33).

c Adjust the contrast or brightness in the Picture menu properly

(see page 28).

• The lamp has burnt out or is dim.

c Replace the lamp with a new one (see page 40).

c Adjust the focus (see page 20).

• Condensation has accumulated on the lens.

c Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on.

The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges around the image.

c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key. c Adjust “Shift” in the Screen menu properly (see page 31).

c Adjust “Phase” in the Screen menu properly (see page 31).

Sound

Symptom Cause and Remedy

No sound. • A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.

Troubleshooting

c Check that the proper connections have been made (see

page 17).

• The audio connecting cable used is incorrect.

c Use a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 17).

• The sound is muted.

c Press the AUDIO MUTING key to release audio muting (see

page 15).

• The sound is not adjusted properly.

c Adjust the sound with the VOLUME +/– key on the Remote

Commander or adjust “Volume” in the Setup menu (see page 32).

• “Speaker” is set to “Off.”

c Set “Speaker” in the Setup menu to “On” (see page 32).

Remote Commander

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The Remote Commander does not work.

• The Remote Commander batteries are dead. c Replace them with new batteries (see page 15).

• The COMMAND ON/OFF switch is set to OFF. c Set it to ON.

• The ID number of the projector assigned in “ID Mode” in the Installation menu does not match the ID number of the ID MODE keys on the Remote Commander. c Assigns the same ID number to the projector and the Remote

Commander, or set “ID Mode” in the Installation menu to “All.”

Others

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The control panel keys do not function.

The fan is noisy. c Check the setting of “Cooling Setting” in the Setup menu (see

The control panel keys are locked. c Unlock the control panel keys (see page 35).

page 32).

c Check the ventilation holes are not blocked. c Make sure the room temperature is not too high.

To maintain the product reliability of the projector’s components, the rotation speed of the fan increases and the fan becomes slightly noisier, when the room temperature exceeds normal. The approximate normal temperature is 25°C.

Indicators

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in orange. (Repetition rate of 2 flashes)

The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in orange. (Repetition rate of 3 flashes)

ON/STANDBY flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 2 flashes)

ON/STANDBY flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 4 flashes)

ON/STANDBY flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 6 flashes)

• The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached. c Attach the cover securely (see pages 41 and 42).

• The lamp has reached the end of its life. c Replace the lamp (see page 40).

• The lamp has reached a high temperature. c Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power

again.

• The internal temperature is unusually high. c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.

• The projector is being used at a high altitude. c Ensure that “Cooling Setting” in the Setup menu is set to “On.”

The fan is broken. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

Unplug the AC power 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.

Others

Troubleshooting

Messages List

Warning Messages

Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.

Message Meaning and Remedy

High temp.! Lamp off in 1 min.

Frequency is out of range! • This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the

Please check Input-C Signal Sel.

Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter.

The projector temperature is high. “Cooling Setting” should be “High” if the projector is being used at high altitude.

The internal temperature is too high.

c Turn off the power. c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.

acceptable range of the projector.

• The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too high. c Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency.

You have input an RGB signal from the computer when “Input-C Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is set to “Component.” c Set “Input-C Signal Sel.” correctly (see page 33).

• It is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter. c Replace the lamp (see page 40) and clean the filter (see

page 42).

• 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 41.

Note

To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander.

c Check to ensure that the ventilation holes on the projector are not

covered (see page 11).

c When using the projector at high altitude, set the “Cooling

Setting” to “High”.

Note

If the temperature inside the projector remains high, the “Cooling Setting” is switched to “High” in one minute, then the fan speed increases.

Caution Messages

Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.

Message Meaning and Remedy

Not applicable! You have pressed the wrong key.

The panel keys are locked! “Panel Key Lock” in the Function menu is set to “On.”

Troubleshooting

c Press the appropriate key.

c All the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked.

Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander (see page 35).

Specifications

Optical characteristics

Projection system

3 LCD panels, 1 lens, 3 primary

color shutter system

LCD panel VPL-FE40: 0.79-inch SXGA+

panel, 4,410,000 pixels (1400 × 1050 × 3)

VPL-FX40: 0.79-inch XGA panel,

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

diagonally) (When the VPLL-

1008 is used: 60 to 300-inch) Light output 4000 ANSI lumen

(When the Lamp Mode is set to

“High.”) Throwing distance for VPL-FE40/FX40 (When placed on the floor.)

When an SXGA+ (VPL-FE40)/

XGA (VPL-FX40) signal is

input

40-inch: 1.5 to 1.9 m

(4.9 to 6.2 feet)

60-inch: 2.3 to 2.9 m

(7.4 to 9.5 feet)

80-inch: 3.0 to 3.9 m

(9.9 to 12.7 feet)

100-inch: 3.8 to 4.8 m

(12.5 to 15.9 feet)

120-inch: 4.6 to 5.8 m

(15.0 to 19.1 feet)

150-inch: 5.7 to 7.3 m

(18.8 to 23.9 feet)

200-inch: 7.7 to 9.7 m

(25.2 to 32.0 feet)

300-inch: 11.6 to 14.6 m

(37.9 to 48.0 feet)

400-inch: 15.4 to 19.5 m

(50.6 to 64.1 feet)

500-inch: 19.3 to 24.4 m

(63.3 to 80.2 feet)

600-inch: 23.2 to 29.4 m

(76.0 to 96.3 feet) There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown above.

Electrical characteristics

Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/

Resolution VPL-FE40: 750 horizontal TV

Acceptable computer signals

Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector.

Applicable video signals

Speaker Stereo speaker system, 40 × 70

Speaker output

4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/

NTSC PAL60 system, switched automatically/manually

4.43 is the color system used

(NTSC

when playing back a video recorded in NTSC on a

4.43 system VCR.)

NTSC

lines (Video input) 1,400 × 1,050 dots (RGB input)

VPL-FX40: 750 horizontal TV

lines (Video input) 1,024 × 768 dots (RGB input)

fH: 19 to 92 kHz

fV: 48 to 92 Hz

(Maximum input signa l resolution:

UXGA 1600 × 1200 fV: 60 Hz)

15 k RGB 50/60 Hz, Progressive

component 50/60 Hz, DTV (480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/60p, 1080/50p), Composite video, Y/ C video

mm (1

1.8 W × 2

/8 × 2 7/8 inches)

Input/Output

VIDEO IN VIDEO: phono type

Composite video: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB sync negative (75 ohms terminated)

S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin

type Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p ±2 dB sync negative (75 ohms terminated) C (chrominance): burst

0.286 Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC) (75 ohms terminated), burst 0.3 Vp-p ±2 dB (PAL) (75 ohms terminated)

AUDIO: phono type × 2

rated input 500 mVrms, input

Others

Specifications

impedance more than 47

INPUT A/B Analog RGB: HD D-sub 15-pin

INPUT C Analog RGB/component: 5BNC

INPUT D Digital RGB/Y C

INPUT E NETWORK

OUTPUT MONITOR OUT: HD D-sub 15-

kilohms

(female) R: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) B: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) HD: Horizontal sync in put: TTL level, high impedance, positive/ negative VD: Vertical sync input: TTL level, high impedance, positive/ negative

AUDIO: Stereo minijack, rated

input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms

(female) R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB sync negative (75 ohms terminated) (Except computer signals) B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) HD: Horizontal sync input: TTL level, high impedance, positive/ negative VD: Vertical sync input: TTL level, high impedance, positive/ negative

AUDIO: Stereo minijack

rated input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms

B (PB) CR (PR):

HDMI

RJ-45: 10BASE-T/100BASETX

pin (female) R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open), 1 Vp-p (75 ohms)

AUDIO OUT (variable out):

Stereo minijack 1 Vrms (When the volume is maximum and an input signal is

500 mVrms), output impedance

REMOTE RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER

5 kilohms

Stereo minijack

General

Dimensions 532 × 145 × 352 mm (21 × 5 3/4 ×

Mass Approx. 9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz) (VPL-

Power requirements

Power consumption

Heat dissipation

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

Storage humidity

Supplied accessories

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Note

Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE

/8 inches) (w/h/d) (without

13 the projection parts)

FE40/FX40)

Approx. 9.0 kg (19 lb 13 oz) (VPL-

FE40L/FX40L)

AC 100 to 240 V, 4.1 - 1.7 A,

50/60 Hz

Max. 400 W

(in standby (standard): 15 W in standby (low): 0.5 W)

1365 BTU

0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)

35% to 85% (no condensation)

–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) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1)

Specifications

WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

Optional accessories

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 focus

Projection screen size

60 to 300-inches

Projection distance

100 inches: 1590 mm 200 inches: 3250 mm 300 inches: 4910 mm

Maximum external dimensions

130 × 130 × 242 mm (W × H × D)

Weight

1500 g

Middle focus zoom lens VPLL-Z1024

F = 2.0 - 2.3 f = 37.8 to 54.3 mm Powered focus/zoom

Projection screen size

40 to 600-inches

Projection distance

100 inches: 4840 to 6630 mm 200 inches: 9770 to 13350 mm 300 inches: 14700 to 20060 mm

Maximum external dimensions

97 × 87 × 180 mm (W × H × D)

Weight

1140 g

Long focus zoom lens VPLL-Z1032

F = 2.0 to 2.4 f = 52.6 to 84.3 mm Powered focus/zoom

Projection screen size

40 to 600-inches

Projection distance

100 inches: 6580 to 10060 mm 200 inches: 13310 to 20240 mm 300 inches: 20040 to 30430 mm

Maximum external dimensions

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)

1R 9Power

supply input for DDC

2G 10GND

3B 11GND

4 GND 12 DDC/SDA

5 GND 13 HD

6 GND (R) 14 VD

7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL

8 GND (B)

REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin,

female)

Others

1DCD 6DSR

2RXDA 7RTS

3TXDA 8CTS

4DTR 9RI

5 GND

Specifications

Preset signals

Memory No.

1 Video 60 Hz Video 60 Hz 15.734 59.940 – –

2 Video 50 Hz Video 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 – –

3 480/60i DTV 480/60i 15.734 59.940 S on G/Y –

4 575/50i DTV 575/50i 15.625 50.000 S on G/Y –

5 480/60p 480/60p (NTSC

6 575/50p 575/50p (PAL

7 1080/60i 1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y –

8 1080/50i 1080/50i 28.130 50.000 S on G/Y –

10 720/60p 720/60p 45.000 60.000 S on G/Y –

11 720/50p 720/50p 37.500 50.000 S on G/Y –

12 1080/60p 1080/60p 67.500 60.000 S on G/Y –

13 1080/50p 1080/50p 56.260 50.000 S on G/Y –

21 640 × 350 VGA mode 1 31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg 800

22 VESA 85

23 640 × 400 NEC PC98 24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg 848

24 VGA mode 2 31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos 800

25 VESA 85

26 640 × 480 VGA mode 3 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg 800

27 Mac 13 35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg 864

28 VESA 72 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg 832

29 VESA 75 (IBM M3) 37.500 75.000 H-neg V-neg 840

30 VESA 85 43.269 85.008 H-neg V-neg 832

31 800 × 600 VESA 56 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos 1024

32 VESA 60 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos 1056

33 VESA 72 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos 1040

34 VESA 75 (IBM M5) 46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1056

35 VESA 85 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos 1048

36 832 × 624 Mac 16 49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg 1152

Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE

31.470 60.000 S on G/Y – Progressive component)

31.250 50.000 S on G/Y – Progressive component)

37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg 832 (VGA350)

37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos 832 (VGA400)

Specifications

Memory No.

37 1024 × 768 VESA 60 48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg 1344

38 VESA 70 56.476 70.069 H-neg V-neg 1328

39 VESA 75 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos 1312

40 VESA 85 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos 1376

45 1280 × 960 VESA 60 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 1800

46 VESA 75 75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1728

47 1280 × 1024 VESA 60 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 1688

48 SXGA VESA75 79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos 1688

49 SXGA VESA85 91.146 85.024 H-pos, V-pos 1728

50 1400 × 1050 SXGA+ 65.317 59.978 H-neg, V-pos 1864

51 1600 × 1200 UXGA VESA60 75.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 2160

55 1280 × 768 1280 × 768/60 47.776 59.870 H-neg, V-pos 1664

56 1280 × 720 1280 × 720/60 44.772 59.855 H-neg, V-pos 1664

Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE

Preset memory No. at the input signal

Analog signals

Signal Preset memory No.

Video (Video, S video connector) 1, 2

Component (Input-C connector) 3-8, 10-11

Video GBR (Input-C connector) 3-8, 10-11

Computer (Input-A, Input-B, Input-C connector) 21-40, 45-51, 55, 56

Digital signals

Signal Preset memory No.

Component (Input-D connector) 3-8, 10-13

Video GBR (Input-D connector) 3-8, 10-13

Computer (Input-D connector) 26, 32, 36, 37, 45, 47, 50, 51, 55

Note

When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed properly.

Specifications

Others

Dimensions

Front

29.5 (1

/4)

Top

145 (5

/8)

/2)

47.5 (1

87.5 (3

24.5

/32)

(

532 (21)

497 (19

/16)

/32)

13 (

133

7.6

100

/4)

/16)

(

(4)

65.4

116 (4

/8)

65.4

/8)

/16)

26 (1

/8)

133

/8)

/4)

/8)

27.5(1

Center of the lens

500 (19 3/4)

Dimensions

532 (21)

/8)

352 (13

/8)

40 (1

Unit: mm (inches)

Side

/2)

112 (4

/32)

16.5 (

41.6 (1

/4)

145 (5

/8)

9.5 (

/16)

/2)

89 (3

27 (11/8)

279 (11)

298 (11

/4)

352 (13

330 (13)

82 (3 1/4)

34 (1 3/8)

/4)

/2)

133 (5

112 (4

55 (2

/8)

34.7 (1

/8)

128 (5

/32)

77 (3

/32)

95 (3

/4)

24.5 (

80 (3

/4)

Removable panel for lamp replacement

Unit: mm (inches)

Dimensions

Others

Rear

71 (2

/8)

120

/4)

10 (13/32)

/8)

16.7

(

/16)

/8)

15 (

/32)

96 (3

/8)

/32)

24.3 (

/4)

82 (3

Bottom

/16)

32.7 (1

33.6

/64)

42.6 (1

/4)

170 (6

/8)

25 (1)

Ventilation holes

(Exhaust)

Speakers

52.4

/16)

454.8 (18)

/2)

/16)

/4)

30 (1

18.3 (

124 (5)

76.6 (3 1/8)

163 (6

140 (5

99 (4)

124 (5)

/2)

)

66.9 (2

/32)

24.5 (

150.6 (6)

/8)

124.3 (5) 110 (4

Dimensions

Center of gravity

219 (8

/8)

Center of unit

Unit: mm (inches)

Index

Hue .......................................................... 28

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 .................................................30

Zoom ...................................................30

Auto Input Search ....................................34

Background .............................................34

Batteries ...................................................15

Black Level Adj. ......................................29

Blanking ..................................................37

Brightness ................................................28

Color ........................................................28

Color System ...........................................33

Color Temp. .............................................28

Connecting a computer ............................17

Connecting a VCR ..................................18

Contrast ...................................................28

Cooling Setting ........................................32

DDE .........................................................29

Direct Power On ......................................37

fH .............................................................38

fV .............................................................38

Gamma Mode ..........................................29

Illumination ............................................. 37

Image Flip ............................................... 36

Input-C Signal Sel. .................................. 33

Installation .............................................. 16

Installation examples

unsuitable conditions ............................ 7

unsuitable installation ........................... 6

Lamp Mode ............................................. 36

Lamp replacement .................................. 40

Lamp Timer ............................................ 38

Language ................................................. 32

selecting the menu language ............... 22

Lens ......................................................... 10

Location and function of controls

connector panel ................................... 12

control panel ........................................ 11

rear/side/bottom .................................. 10

Remote Commander ........................... 14

top/front/side ....................................... 10

clearing the menu display ................... 27

Function menu .................................... 34

Information menu ................................ 38

Installation menu ................................. 36

Picture menu ....................................... 28

Screen menu ........................................ 30

Setup menu .......................................... 32

using the menu .................................... 26

Message List

caution ................................................. 46

warning ................................................ 46

Off & Go function ................................... 25

Optional accessories ............................... 49

Over Scan ................................................ 30

Panel Key Lock ....................................... 35

Picture Mode ........................................... 28

Pin assignment ........................................ 49

Others

Index

Power

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

Status .......................................................32

Supplied accessories ...............................48

Troubleshooting ...................................... 43

V Keystone ..............................................36

Index

Sony Corporation

Sony VPL-FE40, FE40L User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Precautions

Notes on Installation and Usage

Unsuitable Installation

Unsuitable Conditions

Usage in High Altitude

B Overview

About the Supplied Manuals

Features

Location and Function of Controls

Top/Front/Side

Rear/Side/Bottom

Control Panel

Connector Panel

Remote Commander

B Projecting the Picture

Installing the Projector

Connecting the Projector

Connecting a Computer

Connecting a VCR

Projecting

Turn ing O ff th e Power

B Convenient Functions

Selecting the Menu Language

Security Lock

Other Functions

Direct Power On/Off Function

Off & Go Function

Effective Tools for Your Presentation

Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1 (not supplied) (When Using the Network Presentation Function)

B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU

The Picture Menu

The Screen Menu

About the Preset Memory No.

The Setup Menu

The Function Menu

The Installation Menu

The Information Menu

B Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp

Cleaning the Air Filter

Troubleshooting

Others

Messages List

Specifications

Dimensions

Index