Sony VPL-FX41, VPL-FW41, VPL-FE40, VPL-FX40, VPL-FX41L User Manual

Data Projector

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Operating Instructions

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VPL-FE40/FE40L
VPL-FX40/FX40L
VPL-FX41/FX41L
VPL-FW41/FW41L

Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.

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.

For kundene i Norge

Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT­strømfordelingssystem.

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)

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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.

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, 108-0075 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.

For safety

Be sure to attach the air filter to the unit.

For the customers in Taiwan only

This apparatus shall not be used in the
residential area.

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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 .....................19

Projecting ......................................... 20

Turning Off the Power ..................... 22

Convenient Functions

Selecting the Menu Language .......... 23

Security Lock ...................................24

Other Functions ................................26

Direct Power On/Off Function ... 26

Off & Go Function ..................... 26

Effective Tools for Your

Presentation .............................26

Controlling the Computer Using a

Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1

(not supplied) (When Using the
Network Presentation

Function) .................................26

Adjustments and Settings
Using a Menu

Using a MENU .................................27

The Picture Menu .............................29

The Screen Menu ..............................31

About the Preset Memory No. ....33

The Setup Menu ...............................34

The Function Menu ..........................36

The Installation Menu ......................38

The Information Menu .....................40

Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp ..........................42

Cleaning the Air Filter ......................44

Others

Troubleshooting ................................45

Messages List ..............................48

Specifications ...................................49

Dimensions .......................................56

Index .................................................59

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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

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.

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.

Precautions

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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.
Also, when you use multiple LCD projectors
to project onto a screen, even if they are of
the same model, the color reproduction
among projectors may vary, since color
balance may be set differently from one
projector to the next.

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.

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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 “High Altitude Mode” to
“On” 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

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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 (VPL-FE40/FX40)/4500 lumen
(VPL-FW41)/5200 lumen (VPL-FX41).

High resolution

VPL-FE40: Three 0.79-inch (20.1mm)
SXGA+ panels with 1,470,000 pixels
provide a resolution of 1400 × 1050
(horizontal/vertical) for RGB input.
VPL-FX40/FX41: Three 0.79-inch
(20.1mm) XGA panels with 786,432 pixels
provide a resolution of 1024 × 768
(horizontal/vertical) for RGB input.
VPL-FW41: Three 0.75-inch (19.1mm)
WXGA panels with 1,024,000 pixels
provide a resolution of 1280 × 800
(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.

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About the Supplied Manuals / Features

* The optional lens VPLL-1008 can adjust the

focus manually.

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

* The optional lenses are available for VPL-

FE40, VPL-FX40, VPL-FX41 and VPL­FW41 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.

Overview

Features

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• Kensington is a registered trademark of

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Kensington Technology Group.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of
Apple 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.

• All other trademarks and registered
trademarks are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders. In
this manual, ™ and ® marks are not
specified.

Unless otherwise specified in notes, the
VPL-FE40 described in this manual refers to
both the VPL-FE40 and VPL-FE40L, the
VPL-FX40 refers to both the VPL-FX40 and
VPL-FX40L, the VPL-FX41 refers to both
the VPL-FX41 and VPL-FX41L and the
VPL-FW41 refers to both the VPL-FW41
and VPL-FW41L.

Location and Function of Controls

Top/Front/Side

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Rear/Side/Bottom

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Location and Function of Controls

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/FX41L/FW41L.

f Air filter covers

The air filter of VPL-FX41/FW41 can
be set on one side only.

Note

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

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For details, see “Cleaning the Air
Filter” on page 44.

g Rear remote control detector

h 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

Control Panel

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Overview

l Ventilation holes (exhaust)

m Ventilation holes (intake)

The ventilation hole (intake) of VPL­FX41/FW41 is on one side only.

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 “Indicators” on
page 47.

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.

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– Flashes in red when the internal

temperature is high or the electrical
system has failed.

– Lights in green when the projector is

turned on, and when it is ready to
operate.

– Flashes in green from the time when

the projector is turned on until the
projector is ready to operate. 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 “Turning Off the Power”
on page 22 and “Indicators” on
page 47.

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.

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

f MENU key

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

g ?/1 (On/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

Note

When the optional accessory VPLL­1008 is attached to the projector, do not
perform a lens-shift operation after
installation, because the projector is
installed to align the center point of the
screen with that of the lens by a dealer.
Otherwise, edges of the picture may be
cropped.

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.

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Location and Function of Controls

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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 19.

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.

f AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

g CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER

(DC 5V output) jack (stereo
minijack)

Connects to the control S out jacks of
Sony equipment. Connects to the
CONTROL S OUT jack on the supplied
Remote Commander when using 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/P

B, HD, VD) (BNC type)

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R, G/Y, B/B-Y/

We recommend using this terminal when
signals are to be transmitted over greater
distance than usual, such as when the
projector is suspended from a ceiling.
Computer, component (R-Y/Y/B-Y),
HDTV or DTV (DTV GBR, DTV

BPR) signal can be selected.

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AUDIO (stereo minijack)

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.

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Remote Commander

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

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MENU APA

ENTER

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ASPECT

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For details, see “APA” in “The Screen
Menu” on page 31.

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.

s

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.

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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 39.

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 the

audio output from the speaker or audio
signal from the AUDIO jack of
OUTPUT. Press again or press the
VOLUME+ key to restore the sound.

Be sure to install the battery from

# side.

the

Overview

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

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

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.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer.
When you dispose of the battery, you must
obey the law in the relative area or country.

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.

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B Projecting the Picture

Installing the Projector

The following table gives an example of installing the standard lens supplied with VPL-FE40/
FX40/FX41/FW41.
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

VPL-FE40/FX40/FX41

(When an SXGA+ (VPL-FE40)/XGA (VPL-FX40/FX41) signal is input)

Screen size 40 60 80 100 120 150 200 300 400 500 600

(inches)

mm 1,016 1,524 2,032 2,540 3,048 3,810 5,080 7,620

Minimum
Distance

Maximum
Distance

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

1.5

(4.9)

1.9

(6.2)

2.3

(7.4)

2.9

(9.5)

3.0

(9.9)

3.9

(12.7)

3.8

(12.5)

4.8

(15.9)

4.6

(15.0)

5.8

(19.1)

5.7

(18.8)

7.3

(23.9)

7.7

(25.2)

9.7

(32.0)

11.6

(37.9)

14.6

(48.0)

Unit: m (feet)

10,160 12,700 15,240

15.4

19.3

(63.3)

24.4

(80.2)

23.2

(76.0)

29.4

(96.3)

(50.6)

19.5

(64.1)

VPL-FW41

(When “Aspect” on the Screen menu is set to “Full 2” or “Full”)

Screen size 40 60 80 100 120 150 200 300 400 500 600

(inches)

mm 1,016 1,524 2,032 2,540 3,048 3,810 5,080 7,620

Minimum
Distance

Maximum
Distance

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

1.6

(5.1)

2.0

(6.5)

2.4

(7.8)

3.0

(9.9)

3.2

(10.4)

4.1

(13.3)

4.0

(13.1)

5.1

(16.7)

4.8

(15.8)

6.1

(20.1)

6.0

(19.8)

7.7

(25.1)

8.1

(26.4)

10.2

(33.5)

10,160 12,700 15,240

12.1

16.2

(39.7)

(53.1)

15.4

20.5

(50.4)

(67.3)

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

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Installing the Projector

Unit: m (feet)

20.2

24.3

(66.4)

(79.7)

25.7

30.8

(84.2)

(101.1)

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 the
following mode for the external monitor.
VPL-FE40: SXGA+
VPL-FX40/FX41: XGA
VPL-FW41: WXGA

• 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

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appear properly. Set your computer to output
the signal to only the external monitor.

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

Note

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

The HDMI connector of this projector is not
compatible with DSD (Direct Stream
Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer
Electronics control) Signal.

To attach the HDMI cable

Fix the cable to the cable tie holder next to
the HDMI connector using a commercially
available cable tie as in the illustration.

Cable tie holder

HDMI

Cable tie (commercially available)

* Use a cable tie of less than 1.9 mm × 3.8

mm thickness.

to DVI-D output

connector

to HDMI connector

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

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Connecting the Projector

Computer

DVD pla ye r

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

To connect to a video GBR/
Component output connector

Side

Side

to S

video

output

to audio

output (L)

to video
output

VCR

to audio
output
(R)

to

audio

output

to video

GBR/

component

output

A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

(Use a no-resistance cable.)

B BNC cable (not supplied)

(L)

VCR

to
audio
output
(R)

Note

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

Projecting the Picture

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)

Connecting the Projector

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