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

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Data Projector

Operating Instructions

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.

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.

1Use 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.

2Use 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.

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.

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

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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 5

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 7/8 inches) around the unit.

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

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.

6 Notes on Installation and Usage

Subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner

Installing in such a location may cause malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature.

Near a heat or smoke sensor

Malfunction of the sensor may be caused.

Very dusty, extremely smoky

Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment. 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

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.

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	7

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 (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.

8 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 VPLFE40, 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 9

•Kensington is a registered trademark of 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
	3
1	4
	5
2	6
Rear/Side/Bottom
7	8
	9
	0
	qa
	qs
	qd

a Front remote control detector

bAdjusters

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

cIndicator

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

d Lamp cover

eLens

Remove the lens cap before projection. The lens is not supplied with the VPLFE40L/FX40L/FX41L/FW41L.

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fAir 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 lamp.

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

g Rear remote control detector

hConnector Panel

For details, see “Connector Panel” on page 12.

iSecurity lock

Connects to an optional security cable (from Kensington).

Web page address: http://www.kensington.com/

jControl panel

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

k Speakers

l Ventilation holes (exhaust)

mVentilation 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.

Control Panel
1	2	Overview
	3
	4
	5
	6
	7
	8
	9
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.

bON/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.

cSHIFT 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

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.

dZOOM 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.

eFOCUS 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.

fMENU 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.

hINPUT key

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

iENTER/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

1 2 3
4 5 67	8	90
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.

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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.

dOUTPUT

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.

eREMOTE

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

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

fAC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

gCONTROL 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.

hINPUT C

Analog RGB/Component connectors (R/R-Y/PR, G/Y, B/B-Y/ PB, HD, VD) (BNC type)

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 YPBPR) signal can be selected.

AUDIO (stereo minijack)

Connects to the audio output on a computer.

iINPUT 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).

jINPUT 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

Location and Function of Controls	13

Remote Commander

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

		wa
	COMMAND				1
w;	OFF ON
	INPUT	INPUT		INPUT	2
	A		B	C
	INPUT	INPUT		AIR	3
	D		E	SHOT
	VIDEO	S VIDEO
ql	MENU			APA	4
qk		ENTER			5
qj				RESET	6
qh
	FOCUS	ZOOM		SHIFT
qg
	ASPECT	KEY			7
		STONE			8
	D ZOOM	MUTING		VOLUME
qf	+	PIC		+	9
	–	AUDIO		–
qd				FREEZE	0
		ID MODE			qa
		1	2 3
		qs
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.

cAIR SHOT key

Displays the Network Presentation Home.

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

dAPA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

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

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

e ENTER key

fRESET key

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

gKEYSTONE (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.

hASPECT 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

jFREEZE key

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

kID 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.

lCONTROL 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.

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mMUTING 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.

nD ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key

This function is not provided in this projector.

oZOOM +/– keys

Adjusts the picture size.

pFOCUS +/– keys

Adjusts the picture focus.

qSHIFT +/– keys

Adjusts the vertical/horizontal position of the picture.

rM/m/</, keys (Arrow)

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

s MENU key

tCOMMAND 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.

Be sure to install the battery from the # side.

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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.

Location and Function of Controls	15

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)

Unit: m (feet)

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	10,160	12,700	15,240
Minimum		1.5	2.3	3.0	3.8	4.6	5.7	7.7	11.6	15.4	19.3	23.2
Distance		(4.9)	(7.4)	(9.9)	(12.5)	(15.0)	(18.8)	(25.2)	(37.9)	(50.6)	(63.3)	(76.0)
Maximum		1.9	2.9	3.9	4.8	5.8	7.3	9.7	14.6	19.5	24.4	29.4
Distance		(6.2)	(9.5)	(12.7)	(15.9)	(19.1)	(23.9)	(32.0)	(48.0)	(64.1)	(80.2)	(96.3)

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

VPL-FW41

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

Unit: m (feet)

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	10,160	12,700	15,240
Minimum		1.6	2.4	3.2	4.0	4.8	6.0	8.1	12.1	16.2	20.2	24.3
Distance		(5.1)	(7.8)	(10.4)	(13.1)	(15.8)	(19.8)	(26.4)	(39.7)	(53.1)	(66.4)	(79.7)
Maximum		2.0	3.0	4.1	5.1	6.1	7.7	10.2	15.4	20.5	25.7	30.8
Distance		(6.5)	(9.9)	(13.3)	(16.7)	(20.1)	(25.1)	(33.5)	(50.4)	(67.3)	(84.2)	(101.1)

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

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

16 Installing the Projector

Connecting the

Projector

When you connect the projector, make sure to:

•Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

•Use the proper cables for each connection.

•Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of picture signals. 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.

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 connect a computer (Analog)

Side

the Projecting

Picture

to audio output

Computer

to monitor output

AStereo 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
to DVI-D output	Computer
connector
to HDMI connector	DVD player

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

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.

18 Connecting the Projector

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 audio
	output (L)
to S		to audio
video	to video	output
output	output	(R)

VCR

AAudio connecting cable (not supplied)

For stereo equipment use both the L and R jacks.

For monaural equipment use the L (MONO)

jack only.

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

To connect to a video GBR/

Component output connector

Side
	to	Picture the Projecting
	audio
	output	to
to video	(L)	audio
GBR/		output
component		(R)
output
	VCR

AStereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.)

B BNC cable (not supplied)

Note

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

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