Delivering stunning brightness of 6000 ANSI
lumens, superb colour reproduction and crisp,
clear, high-impact images, the VPL-FX52/L is
the ideal solution for mid to large-size venues
such as auditoriums, museums, conference
rooms, training rooms and large classrooms.
This beautifully-designed projector is packed
with features that are easy to access and simple to use – meaning that you really can get the
most out of your investment as well as your
presentations. The VPL-FX52/L works with a
wide variety of signals, right up to HDTV, so
media from a range of sources can be played.
THE MAGIC OF SONY
3LCD TECHNOLOGY
BRIGHTER PICTURE
HIGHER DETAIL
NATURAL COLOUR
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POWER ZOOM / FOCUS / PICTURE SHIFT
The Zoom, Focus, and Picture Shift functions of the supplied power-operated lens* can be controlled both from
the projector control panel and the supplied remote control unit. Images can be quickly and easily adjusted to the
desired settings.
* Available only on the lens supplied with the VPL-FX52.
BACK-TO-FRONT TILT AND TWIN STACKING
CAPABILITY
The VPL-FX52/L can be tilted up to 90° upwards or downwards, giving even more installation options.
When applications require double the light output, the
VPL-FX52/L can be twin-stacked to produce an amazing
12,000 ANSI lumens. Pictures from the two projectors are
then matched using the Picture Shift function on each unit.
The optional VPLL-FM21 projection lens cannot be used when the
VPL-FX52 or VPL-FX52L are stacked.
WIDE RANGE OF INPUTS
The VPL-FX52/L projector accepts a wide variety of input
signals up to HDTV, as well as computer signals up to
UXGA. What’s more, it is also equipped with a DVI-D connector that can be used to connect a digital RGB device
and supports high-precision signal connection with a
workstation or other device.
40-inch690 mm1190 mm1250 mm2600 mm 3890 mm
60-inch1080 mm1840 mm1940 mm4000 mm 5940 mm
80-inch1460 mm2490 mm2620 mm5410 mm 7980 mm
100-inch1850 mm3150 mm3300 mm6810 mm 10030 mm
120-inch2240 mm3800 mm3980 mm8220 mm 12080 mm
150-inch2820 mm4780 mm5000 mm 10330 mm 15150 mm
200-inch3780 mm6410 mm6710 mm 13840 mm 20270 mm
250-inch4750 mm8050 mm8410 mm 17350 mm 25380 mm
300-inch5720 mm9680 mm 10120 mm 20870 mm 30500 mm
* Distance between the centre of the projector lens and the screen, divided by the screen width.
** Viewable area, measured diagonally.
Short-focus Zoom
Lens
VPLL-ZM31
Long-focus Zoom
Lens
VPLL-ZM101
VARIETY OF OPTIONAL LENSES
The VPL-FX52 is supplied with a power lens as standard.
The VPL-FX52L, which is not equipped with a lens, is ideal
where a specific application requires a special lens. There
are three alternative lens types available as options,
enabling the VPL-FX52L to be installed in a wide range of
applications – from long-distance projection in large auditoriums to short-distance rear projection applications.
NETWORK CAPABILITY
Because the VPL-FX52 is equipped with an Ethernet interface and complies with TCP/IP protocols, a number of network-based functions can be performed. Using a web
browser, the projector’s current status can, for example,
be verified and simple settings can be checked and
altered. The system can even be set up to send automatic
e-mail reports for scheduled maintenance, including projected lamp life and error reports.
DIRECT POWER ON
This selectable function enables the projector to be turned
on and off via a wall switch or circuit breaker. This is especially useful for environments that do not have sophisticated control systems, such as auditoriums and conference
halls in museums and schools.
3 LCD Technology
■ The Sony VPL-FX52/L adopts a 3-LCD system using three 1.3-inch LCD
Panels, also known as high-temperature polysillicon or HTPS.
■ A 3-LCD projector divides white light emitted from the lamp into three
basic colours of Red, Green and Blue and passes each colour through its own
separate LCD (HTPS) panel producing rich, detailed quality to the final image.
■ 3-LCD system light efficiency is excellent as each colour (Red, Green & Blue)
is projected onto the screen at the same time. This provides a bright image
and does not cause colour separation to the final image.
■ Images produced on a 3-LCD system are bright, create a more natural
colour and are gentle on the eyes.
Installation Diagrams
(When using the VPL-FX52 with supplied lens)
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a
Screen size*406080100120150200250300
a min mm1490 2280 3060 3850 4630 5810 7770 9730 11690
b min mmx-305 x-457 x-610 x-762 x-914 x-1143 x-1524 x-1905 x-2286
(inches)
(x-12 1/8)(x-18)
maxx
c min mmx-417 x-569 x-722 x-874 x-1026 x-1255 x-1636 x-2017 x-2398
(inches) (x-16 1/2
max mmx-102
(inches)
* Viewable area, measured diagonally.
(x-24 1/8)(x-30) (x-36) (x-45) (x-60)
) (x-22 1/2
) (x-28 1/2
) (x-34 1/2
) (x-40 1/2
(x-41/8
a: Distance between the screen
b: Distance from the floor to
c: Distance from the floor to
x: Free
b
) (x-49 1/2
) (x-641/2)(x-79 7/16)(x-94 1/2
)
and the centre of the lens
the centre of the lens
the foot of the projector
(x-75 1/8
) (x-90 1/8
)
)
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b
c
SPECIFICATIONSPRESET SIGNAL CHART**
Optical
Projection system3 LCD panels, 1 lens projection system
LCD panel1.3-inch TFT Sony LCD panel with Micro Lens Array, 2,359,296
(1024 x 768 x3) pixels
Projection lensApprox. 1.3 times zoom lens f50.8 to 64.0 mm, F 1.7 to 2.0
(VPL-FX52L: lens is not supplied)
Lamp300 W Lamp
Screen coverage40 to 300 inches (viewable area measured diagonally)
Light output6,000 ANSI lumens (lamp mode high),
Dimension (WxHxD)VPL-FX52: 420 x 169 x 502 mm (19 x 6
5
⁄8 x 19 7⁄8 inches)
VPL-FX52L: 420 x 169 x 464 mm (19 x 6 5⁄8 x 18 3⁄8 inches)
MassVPL-FX52: Approx. 10.5 kg (23 lbs 4 oz)
VPL-FX52L: Approx. 9.1 kg (20 lbs 1 oz)
Power requirementsAC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumptionMax. 400 W, Standby 7 W
Heat dissipation1365 BTU
Operating temperature0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F)
Operating humidity35 to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature-20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 °F)
Storage humidity10 to 90%
Inputs/Outputs
Video INVideoBNC
S Video Y/C Mini DIN 4-pin
Video OUTVideoLoop-through BNC type
S Video Loop-through mini DIN 4-pin (male)
Input ARGBAnalogue RGB : HD D-sub 15-pin (female)
Input B RGBDigital RGB : DVI-D (TMDS)
Input CRGBAnalogue RGB/component : 5 BNC (female)
Monitor out HD D-sub 15-pin (female)
TRIGMini jack
RS-232CD-sub 9 pin (female)
CONTROL S INStereo mini jack, 5 Vp-p, plug-in-power
NetworkRJ-45 : 10Base-T/100Base-TX
Supplied Accessories
Remote Commander Unit, Size AA (R6) Batteries (x2), Lens Cap (VPL-FX52 only),
AC Power Cord, Air Filter, Operating Instructions and Installation Manual for Dealers
5HDTV33.750 60.000
6*640 x 350VGA mode 131.469 70.086 P/N
7*VGA VESA 85 Hz37.861 85.080 P/N
8*640 x 400PC-9801 Normal24.823 56.416 N/N
9*VGA mode 231.469 70.086 N/P
10*VGA VESA 85 Hz37.861 85.080 N/P
11* 640 x 480VGA mode 331.469 59.940 N/N
12*Macintosh 13"35.000 66.667 N/N
13*VGA VESA 72 Hz37.861 72.809 N/N
14*VGA VESA 75 Hz37.500 75.000 N/N
15*VGA VESA 85 Hz43.269 85.008 N/N
16* 800 x 600SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35.156 56.250 P/P
17*SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37.879 60.317 P/P
18*SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48.077 72.188 P/P
19*SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46.875 75.000 P/P
20*SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53.674 85.061 P/P
21* 832 x 624Macintosh 16"49.724 74.550 N/N
22* 1,024 x 768XGA VESA 43 Hz35.524 86.958 P/P
23*XGA VESA 60 Hz48.363 60.004 N/N
24*XGA VESA 70 Hz56.476 69.955 N/N
25*XGA VESA 75 Hz60.023 75.029 P/P
26*XGA VESA 85 Hz68.677 84.997 P/P
27* 1,152 x 864SXGA VESA 70 Hz 63.995 70.019 P/P
28SXGA VESA 75 Hz 67.500 75.000 P/P
29SXGA VESA 85 Hz 77.487 85.057 P/P
30* 1,152 x 900Sunmicro LO61.795 65.960 N/N
31Sunmicro HI71.713 76.047 Composite
32* 1,280 x 960SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60.000 60.000 P/P
33SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75.000 75.000 P/P
34* 1,280 x 1,024 SXGA VESA 43 Hz 46.433 86.872 P/P
35SGI-553.316 50.062 S on G
36*SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63.974 60.013 P/P
37SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79.976 75.025 P/P
38SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91.146 85.024 P/P
391,600 x 1,200 UXGA VESA 60 Hz 75.000 60.000 –
43480/60P480/60P31.470 60.000 S on G
mounting surface of the suspension bracket (183/208/233/283/
308/335 mm adjustable when
using the PSS-620)
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the centre of the screen
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Main features at a glance
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Progressive
Outstanding brightness of 6000 ANSI Lumens
Delivers high-impact images with stunning colour fidelity
3LCD Projection System
For brighter, more natural images
Unique and Stylish Sony Design
The projector blends in with its environment
Sony DDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer)
Generates high-quality video images of outstanding quality
RGB Enhancer
For enriched and crisp RGB reproduction
3D Gamma Correction
Ensures uniform colour and brightness right to the corners
of the screen
3D Digital Comb Filter
Emphasises fine images and shape boundaries
Digital Keystone Adjustment
Means undistorted projection, wherever installed
Multi-Function Remote Commander
Useful for projector set-up and delivering presentations
4 x Digital Zoom and Freeze
Helps get your message across more clearly
INTERLACE / PROGRESSIVE CONVERSION
Odd-Numbered LinesEven-Numbered Lines
(simulated image)
2-3 PULL DOWN
Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
Automatically adjusts image displays for optimum picture
DIGITAL KEYSTONE ADJUSTMENT
Password Protection
Restricts unauthorised use of the projector
Multi-Language On-Screen Display
Choice of 9 languages
Service & Support
A PrimeSupport 3-year service offering is included with
the VPL-FX52/L. Providing more than the standard warranty,
PrimeSupport brings you the following valuable benefits:
■ Multi-lingual helpdesk, where the fully-trained team will guide you
through the many features of the product and also co-ordinate any
service request that you may have during the contract life.
(simulated image)
■ Qualified Sony engineers will carry out any necessary repairs, giving
you peace of mind that there will be no unexpected repair bills whilst
your VPL-FX52/L is covered by PrimeSupport.