
VPL-FH500L
7,000 Lumens Colour Light Output WUXGA projector for high end display applications
Ultra high brightness and low maintenance - great
performance for any environment
The VPL-FH500L’s outstanding portfolio of features allows it to offer class-leading projection performance
even in the most challenging of environments. Its
7,000 Lumens Colour Light Output brightness, its
zoom and its wide lens shift range, allow it to deliver
the clearest image where other projectors would
struggle - even in high ambient light.
Once installed, the VPL-FH500L has excellent image
capabilities and a long lifespan that delivers low Total
Cost of Ownership. Sony’s BrightEra technology improves and maintains colour purity throughout the life
of the system by protecting the LCD panels against
harmful ultra violet light. Clever features such as dual
auto-switching lamps, and synchronised lamp and filter replacement cycles, reduce maintenance costs and
downtime.
Featuring the usual wide range of inputs, an external
monitor connection for the presenter’s convenience,
and advanced projection capabilities such as side-byside image projection and DICOM medical training,
the VPL-FH500L is the projector of choice for venues
that demand the highest quality in the most practical,
flexible form.
Features
3LCD XGA BrightEra Panel Technology
Sony’s BrightEra Panel Technology gives more accurate colour rendition, higher brightness and longer
lifespan for a lower Total Cost of Ownership.
Ultra High Resolution
The VPL-FH500L’s WUXGA (1920x1200) 16:10 format
resolution delivers absolute best image quality.
Ultra High Brightness: 7,000 Lumens Colour Light
Output
With ultra high brightness of 7,000 Lumens Colour
Light Output, the VPL-FH500L gives a very clear image in high ambient light, making it highly suitable for
larger venues.
Wide Lens Shift Range: Vertical: +/-113%, Horizontal: +/- 63% (depending on optional lens)
The VPL-FH500L’s wide lens shift range means that
the projector can be positioned closer to the ceiling,
or horizontally offset to avoid ceiling obstacles.
Interchangeable Lenses: PX30, PX40, FX50, FH300
The VPL-FH500L allows you to choose the characteristics of the projector’s optics by selecting from a
range compatible with previous models.
Dual Lamp Capacity, Auto-Switched, Giving Effective 6,000-8,000 Hours’ (High/Std) Lamp Life
When a lamp reaches the end of its life, there’s no
downtime: the projector automatically switches to a
second lamp, already in place, doubling the effective
lamp life and halving the number of maintenance visits required, yielding lower Total Cost of Ownership.
This product comes with PrimeSupport – fast, hasslefree repairs and a helpline offering expert technical
advice. Which gives you the peace of mind that Sony
is looking after your equipment, and your business.
Lamp/Filter Replacement Cycles Synchronised
Synchronised lamp and filter replacement effectively
halves the number of visits needed to maintain the
projector in peak operating condition. (Filters are
provided with replacement lamp.)
Side by Side Image Projection
Side by side twin image gives you the ability to project from two inputs (RGB + any other Input) at the
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same time, making the projector ideal for applications
like video conferencing and DICOM medical training.
DICOM GSDF Simulation
The VPL-FH500L offers DICOM GSDF Simulation
(HDMI with computer signals), which conforms to
GSDF (Grayscale Standard Display Function) of medical standards for DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communication in Medicine).
Wide Range of Image Adjustments
This wide range of image adjustments allows the projector to be installed in almost any location. Where
equipment is being upgraded, installers are more
likely to be able to use existing mounts. In new installations, they are more likely to be able to work
around existing obstructions.
Technical Specifications
Display System 3 LCD System - BrightEra
Display Element
Effective Display Size 0.95" (24.1mm) x 3,
Effective Pixels 6,912,000 (1920 X 1200 X
Projection Lens
Zoom Powered / Manual (Depends
Focus Powered / Manual (Depends
Lens Shift Powered
Light Source High Pressure Mercury Lamp
Recommended Lamp
Replacement
Filter Cleaning Cycle Same time as Lamp
Screen Size 40 to 600 (1.02 to 15.24m)
Luminous Flux
(Brightness)
Colour Luminous Flux
(Colour Brightness)
Contrast Ratio 2500:1
Speaker No
Displayable Scanning Frequency
Horizontal 14 kHz to 93 kHz
Vertical 47 Hz to 93 Hz
Inorganic Panels
BrightEra, Aspect: 16:10
3) Pixels
on lens)
on lens)
330W
Approx. 6000H (Lamp Mode:
High) Approx. 8000H (Lamp
Mode: Standard)
Replacement
Depending on Lens
7000lm (Lamp Mode: High)
5600lm (Lamp Mode:
Standard)
7000lm (Lamp Mode: High)
5600lm (Lamp Mode:
Standard)
User Panel Alignment
Pixel alignment shifts the entire image or desired
range (H: 16 X V: 10 pixels) for complete colour
correction.
Colour Matching
The VPL-FH500L offers brightness and colour matching adjustment to the original image for complete image accuracy.
Lower Operating Power Consumption than Previous Models
Lower operating power consumption helps reduce energy consumption and lowers running costs.
Display Resolution
Computer Signal Input Maximum Display Resolu-
Video Signal Input NSTC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i,
Colour System NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM,
V. Keystone Correction Max. +/- 5 Degrees
OSD Language 20 languages (English,
tion: 1920 X 1200 Dots
(Resizing Display) Panel Display Resolution: 1920 X
1200 Dots
567/50i, 480/60p, 576/50p,
720/60p 720/50p, 1080/60i,
1080/50i, 1080/60p 1080/
50p, 1080/24p, 1080/30p
NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N,
PAL60
Dutch, Italian, German,
Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Polish, Russian,
Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese, Korean,
Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic,
Persian)
Computer and Video signal input/output
Operating Tempature
(Operating Humidity)
Storage Temperature
(Storage Humidity)
Power Requirements AC 100 to 240V, 4.9 to 2.0A,
Input A RGB / Y PB PR Connector:
Input B RGB Input Connector: Mini
Input C DVI-D Input Connector:
Input D HDMI Input Connector: Di-
0 to 40° C/32 to 104° F (35
to 85% (No Condensation))
’-20 to 60° C/-4 to 140°
F(10 to 90%)
50 / 60Hz
5BNC (Female)
D-Sub 15 pin (Female)
DVI-D 24 pin (Single Link),
supported HDCP
gital RGB/Y PB PR
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Input E Optional adaptor slot: (For
S Video In S Video Input Connector:
Video In Video Input Connector: BNC
Output Monitor Output Connector:
Other Signal Input/
Output
HD-SDI/SDI Input Adaptor
“BKM-FW16”)
Mini DIN 4 pin
Mini D-Sub 15 pin (Female)
RS-232C Connector: D-Sub
15 pin (Female) LAN Connector: RJ45, 10BASE-T/
100BASE-TX Control S Input
Connector: Stereo Mini Jack,
Plug in power DC5V Control
S Output Connector: Stereo
Mini Jack
Power Consumption
AC100V 490W
AC240V 460W
Standby Mode Power Consumption
AC100V 11W (Standby Mode: Stand-
AC240V 10W (Standby Mode: Stand-
ard) 0.1W (Standby Mode:
Low)
ard) 0.2W (Standby Mode:
Low)
Heat Dissipation
AC100V 1672 BTU
AC240V 1569 BTU
Safety Regulations WW Model
Body Colour White / Grey
Standard Outside
Dimensions
Weight Approx. 20kg / 44 lbs 1oz
Approx. W 530 X H 213 X D
545 mm - W 20 7/8 H 8 3/8
X D 21 15/32
Supplied Accessories
RM-PJ19 Remote Commander (1),
with batteries : Size AA (R6)
/ Approx. 18g / x 2
AC Power Cord (1)
Cable Clamps (2)
Lens Installation Screws (4)
Lens Hole Cover (1)
Quick Reference Manual (1)
Warranty Card (1) outside of
box)
Security Label (1)
Operating Instructions: CD-
ROM
Accessories
Warranty and Support Agreements
PrimeSupport Plus FPJ2E
An optional service offering that extends the
duration of the included PrimeSupport cover
by 2 years - achieving a total of 5 years’
cover.
PrimeSupport Plus FPJ2EU
An optional service offering extending duration of included PrimeSupport cover by 2
years - achieving a total of 5 years’ peace of
mind. Also includes next business day delivery of loan unit.
Brackets and Mounting Kits
PrimeSupport Plus FPJL
If the projector lamp fails, this optional service offering provides one free replacement
lamp during the 3 years of PrimeSupport
cover
PrimeSupport Plus FPJU
An optional service offering that provides a
free next-business-day loan unit throughout
the 3 years of PrimeSupport cover.
PSS-630
Ceiling Mount Bracket for VPL-FH300 and
VPL-FW300 projectors
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Lenses
VPL-FH500L
VPLL-FM22
Optional Fixed Lens For VPL-PX40
VPLL-Z4015
Short Focus Zoom Lens for VPL-FH300 and
VPL-FW300 projectors
VPLL-Z4019
Standard Focus Zoom Lens for VPL-FH300
and VPL-FW300 projectors
VPLL-Z4025
Middle Focus Zoom Lens for VPL-FH300 and
VPL-FW300 projectors
VPLL-ZM102
Optional Zoom Lens for VPL-PX40
VPLL-ZM32
Short Focus Zoom Lens for VPL-PX40 and
VPL-PX35
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