2-687-435-15 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-FE40/FE40L VPL-FX40/FX40L © 2006 Sony Corporation
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. WARNING If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel. THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. IMPORTANT The nameplate is located on the bottom.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For the State of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.
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 ........
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.
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. Notes on Installation and Usage Unsuitable Installation 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.
Subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner magnifications. This is not a malfunction of the unit. Unsuitable Conditions Do not use the unit under the following conditions. Installing in such a location may cause malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature. Do not topple the unit Near a heat or smoke sensor Malfunction of the sensor may be caused. Avoid using as the unit topples over on its side. It may cause malfunction.
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.
* The optional lenses available for VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 equipped with a standard lens only. 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.
• Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group. • Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. • VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. • Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. • HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • Air Shot is a trademark of Sony corporation.
f Air filter covers Control Panel Note To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. 1 2 g Rear remote control detector Overview For details, see “Cleaning the Air Filter” on page 42. h Connector/Connector Panel For details, see “Connector Panel” on page 12. i Security lock Connects to an optional security cable (from Kensington). Web page address: http://www.kensington.com/ 3 4 5 6 7 j Control panel For details, see “Control Panel” on page 11.
– 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.
2/3 INPUT A/INPUT B For details, see “Connecting a Computer” on page 17 and “Connecting a VCR” on page 18. d OUTPUT MONITOR connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) Connect to the video input connector of the monitor. Outputs signals from the selected channel and computer signals only from among the signals from the INPUT A, INPUT B or INPUT C. This connector does not output any signals from the INPUT D connector. AUDIO jack (stereo minijack) Connects to external active speakers.
For details, see “APA” in “The Screen Menu” on page 30. Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically. 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.
m MUTING keys Be sure to install the battery from the # side. Overview Cut off the picture and sound. • PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again to restore the picture. • AUDIO: Press to temporarily cut off the audio output from the speaker. Press again, or press the VOLUME+ key to restore the sound. n D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key This function is not provided in this projector. o ZOOM +/– keys Adjusts the picture size. p FOCUS +/– keys Adjusts the picture focus.
B Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector The following table gives an example of installing the standard lens supplied with VPL-FE40/ VPL-FX40. For details on installation, ceiling installation or when you use an optional lens, be sure to refer to the operating instructions of “Installation Manual for Dealers”. The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the screen. Use the following table as a guide.
Connecting the Projector To connect a computer (Analog) Side When you connect the projector, make sure to: Projecting the Picture • 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.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a video output connector of a type having two rows of pins, use a commercially available plug adaptor. To connect a computer (Digital) or video equipment (Digital) Side This HDMI connector conforms to Ver. 1.2a. The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal.
To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Projecting Side 7 8 8 2 4 6,7,8 to video GBR/ component output to audio output (L) Rear remote control detector to audio output (R) COMMAND OFF ON INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT AIR SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO INPUT A D B E MENU C ENTER RESET 8 2 4 APA VCR A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.
4 For details, see “Auto Input Search” in the Function menu on page 34. Press the INPUT key to select the input source. You can select directly the input signal you want to project by pressing one key from among INPUT A, B, C, D or E on the Remote Commander. • The Smart APA feature is effective for the input signal from a computer only.
To adjust the tilt of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level. Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key. “POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key again.” appears to confirm that you want to turn off the power. Note The message disappears if you press any key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not press any key for five seconds. Adjusters Notes 2 Press the ?/1 key again.
B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language 3 Press the MENU key. The menu appears. The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button. You can select one of sixteen languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays. The factory setting is English. To change the menu language, proceed as follows: 80 50 50 50 High 50 3 2 4,5,6 4 ON/ STANDBY indicator Press the M or m key to select the (Setup) menu, then press the , or ENTER key. The selected menu appears.
The menu changes to the selected language. To clear the menu Press the MENU key. The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute. Security Lock The projector is equipped with a security lock function. When you turn the power of the projector on, you are required to input the previously set password. If you do not input the correct password, you will not be able to project the picture.
Enter the password on this screen. Security Lock Enter new password key. Power-on cannot be performed without the password. Use: 3 Cancel: Other key Enter the password again to confirm. Security Lock Re-enter new password key. Be sure to remember this password. Use: Cancel: Other key When “Security Lock enabled!” is displayed on the menu screen, the setting for security lock is completed. If “Invalid Password!” is displayed on the menu screen, perform this procedure again from step 1.
Other Functions Direct Power On/Off Function If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the power for the entire system on and off, set the direct power on function to “On.” When you turn off the power, you can also just unplug the power cord without pressing the ?/1 key. The internal circuitry will cause the fan to automatically operate for a certain time even after the power cord is removed.
B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 2 Use the M or m key to select a menu, then press the , or ENTER key. The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear. The item presently selected is shown in yellow. The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. Some of the adjustable/setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting menu or adjustment menu with no main menu, or in the next menu window.
Next menu window Setting items 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item. Unadjustable items The adjustable items are limited depending on the input signals. The items that cannot be adjusted or set do not appear in the menu. For details, see page 38. Storage of the settings The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is pressed. If no signal is input If there is no input signal, “Cannot adjust this item.” appears on the screen.
The Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture. Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals. For details, see “Input signals and adjustable/setting items” on page 38. When the video signal is input 28 When the signal is input from a computer Setting items Functions Picture Mode Selects the picture mode. Standard • Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a “dynamic” picture. • Standard: Normally select this setting.
Setting items Functions Initial setting DDE (Dynamic According to the film source you have selected, make a Film setting for playback. Detail • Film: Normally, select this option. Reproduces the 2-3 Enhancer) Pull-Down film sources with smooth picture movement. When the video signal with a format other than the 2-3 Pull-Down is input, “Progressive” is automatically selected. • Progressive: Converts an interlace format video signal to a progressive format.
The Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can also adjust the aspect ratio of the picture. Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals. For details, see “Input signals and adjustable/setting items” on page 38. Aspect Over Scan Adjust Signal 30 Full 2 On Setting items Functions Initial setting Aspect (When the video signal is input) You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the current input signal.
Setting items Functions Initial setting Adjust Signal APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) Pressing ENTER key automatically adjusts the “Phase,” “Pitch” and “Shift” to position the image correctly on a screen. Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the panel and the computer signal. Adjust the picture to the point where it looks clearest. Pitch Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture from a computer. The higher the setting, the wider the picture. The lower the setting, the narrower the picture.
The Setup Menu The Setup menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. 32 Setting items Functions Status Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed. On Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages. Initial setting Language English Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
Setting items Functions Input-C Signal Sel. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment connected to the INPUT C connector. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by selecting “Input-C” with the INPUT key. • Auto: Selects the input signal type automatically. • Computer: Inputs the signal from a computer. • Video GBR: Inputs the signal from a TV game or HDTV broadcast. • Component: Inputs the component signal from a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, digital tuner, etc.
The Function Menu The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the projector. 34 Setting items Functions Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On adjusts “Phase,” “Pitch” and “Shift” in the Screen menu for the input signal from a computer. • On: When a signal is input from a computer, the APA functions automatically so that the picture can be seen clearly.
Setting items Functions Panel Key Lock Off Locks all the control panel keys on the side panel of the projector so that the projector can be operated only with the Remote Commander. To lock the control panel keys, set to “On.” When it is set to “On,” keeping the ?/1 key on the control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the projector on when it is in standby mode, and turns the projector to standby mode when the power is on.
The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. 36 Lamp Mode Standard ID Mode Illumination Direct Power On All Setting items Functions V Keystone 0 Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture. When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top ( ): Sets a lower value (– direction) When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom ( ): Sets a higher value (+ direction).
Setting items Functions ID Mode All Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to the projector when you want control two or more projectors individually with the supplied Remote Commander. When this item is set to “1,” you can control the projector with the Remote Commander with the ID MODE key set to “1.” When it is set to “All,” you can control all the projectors with the Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the Remote Commander.
The Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp. Memory number Signal type Setting items Functions Model Name Displays the model name. Serial Number Displays the serial number. fH (horizontal frequency) Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal. fV (vertical frequency) Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal. Memory No.
Item Input signal Video/S-Video (Y/C) Component Video GBR Computer Network Sharpness z z z – – DDE z z z – – Black Level Adj. z z z – – z z Gamma Mode – z – *3 z : Adjustable/can be set – : Not adjustable/cannot be set *1: Except B & W *2: NTSC3.58 and NTSC4.43 only, except B & W *3 : Preset memory No. 3, 4 only.
B Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as a light source is a consumable product. Thus replace this lamp with a new one in the following cases. • When the lamp has burnt out or dims • “Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter.” appears on the screen. • The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 3 flashes) The lamp life varies depending on conditions of use. Use an LMP-F270 Projector Lamp as the replacement lamp.
12Select “OK.” Caution Do not put your hands into the lamp replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or other objects into the slot to avoid electrical shock or fire. Note To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the Remote Commander. Notes • Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp. • The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured properly. 6 Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in this product contains mercury.
Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter should be cleaned whenever you replace the lamp. Remove the air filter, and then remove the dust with a vacuum cleaner. The time needed to clean the air filter will vary depending on the environment or how the projector is used. 1 Turn the power off and unplug the power cord. 2 Remove the two air filter covers. 3 Remove the air filter from the each claws (6 positions) on the air filter cover. Claws 42 4 Clean the air filter with a vacuum cleaner.
B Others Troubleshooting If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Power Symptom Cause and Remedy The power is not turned on. • The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short interval. c Wait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power (see page 21). • The lamp cover is not secured. c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 41).
Symptom Cause and Remedy “Please check Input-C Signal Sel.” appears in spite of inputting the correct signal from INPUT C. The setting of “Input-C Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is incorrect. c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly according to the input signal (see page 33). On-screen display does not “Status” in the Setup menu has been set to “Off.” c Set “Status” in the Setup menu to “On” (see page 32). appear. Color balance is incorrect.
Remote Commander Symptom Cause and Remedy The Remote Commander does not work. • The Remote Commander batteries are dead. c Replace them with new batteries (see page 15). • The COMMAND ON/OFF switch is set to OFF. c Set it to ON. • The ID number of the projector assigned in “ID Mode” in the Installation menu does not match the ID number of the ID MODE keys on the Remote Commander. c Assigns the same ID number to the projector and the Remote Commander, or set “ID Mode” in the Installation menu to “All.
Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen. Message Meaning and Remedy High temp.! Lamp off in 1 min. The internal temperature is too high. c Turn off the power. c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. Frequency is out of range! • This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the acceptable range of the projector. • The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too high.
Specifications Optical characteristics Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/ NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/ PAL60 system, switched automatically/manually (NTSC4.43 is the color system used when playing back a video recorded in NTSC on a NTSC4.43 system VCR.
INPUT A/B INPUT C INPUT D INPUT E OUTPUT 48 impedance more than 47 kilohms Analog RGB: HD D-sub 15-pin (female) R: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) B: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms terminated) HD: Horizontal sync input: TTL level, high impedance, positive/ negative VD: Vertical sync input: TTL level, high impedance, positive/ negative AUDIO: Stereo minijack, rated input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms Analog RGB/component: 5BNC (female) R/R-Y: 0.
WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER. Some of the items may not be available in some areas. For details, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Preset signals Memory Preset signal No. Sync SIZE 15.734 – – 1 Video 60 Hz 2 Video 50 Hz Video 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 – – 3 480/60i DTV 480/60i 15.734 59.940 S on G/Y – 4 575/50i DTV 575/50i 15.625 50.000 S on G/Y – 5 480/60p 480/60p (NTSC Progressive component) 31.470 60.000 S on G/Y – 6 575/50p 575/50p (PAL Progressive component) 31.250 50.000 S on G/Y – 7 1080/60i 1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y – 8 1080/50i 1080/50i 28.130 50.
Memory Preset signal No. 37 Sync SIZE VESA 60 48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg 1344 38 VESA 70 56.476 70.069 H-neg V-neg 1328 39 VESA 75 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos 1312 40 VESA 85 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos 1376 45 1024 × 768 fH (kHz) fV (Hz) 1280 × 960 46 47 1280 × 1024 48 49 VESA 60 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 1800 VESA 75 75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1728 VESA 60 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 1688 SXGA VESA75 79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos 1688 SXGA VESA85 91.146 85.
Dimensions Front 26 (1 1/16) 532 (21) 71 (2 7/8) 116 (4 5/8) 133 (5 1/4) 65.4 65.4 (2 5/8) (2 5/8) 27.5(1 1/8) 100 (4) 13 (17/32) 47.5 (1 7/8) 87.5 (3 1/2) 145 (5 3/4) 24.5 (31/32) 7.6 (5/16) 497 (19 5/8) 29.
Side 133 (5 1/4) 55 (2 1/4) 34.7 (1 3/8) 112 (4 1/2) 34 (1 3/8) 9.5 (3/8) 16.5 (21/32) 41.6 (1 11/16) 27 (11/8) 279 (11) 298 (11 3/4) 352 (13 7/8) 77 (3 1/32) 95 (3 3/4) 80 (3 1/4) Removable panel for lamp replacement Others 24.
Rear 40 (15/8) 120 (4 3/4) 40 (15/8) 90 (3 5/8) 96 (3 7/8) 15 (19/32) 10 (13/32) 33.6 (1 3/8) 82 (3 1/4) 16.7 (11/16) 24.3 (31/32) 71 (2 7/8) 25 (1) 25 (1) Ventilation holes (Exhaust) Speakers Bottom 163 (6 1/2) 76.6 (3 1/8) 140 (5 1/2) 99 (4) 124 (5) 150.6 (6) 110 (4 3/8) 124.3 (5) 170 (6 3/4) 24.5 (31/32) 124 (5) 66.9 (2 41/64) 30 (1 18.3 (3/4) 454.8 (18) 3/16) 42.6 (1 43/64) 32.7 (1 5/16) 52.
Index H Hue .......................................................... 28 A I Adjust Signal APA .....................................................31 Phase ....................................................31 Pitch .....................................................31 Shift .....................................................31 Adjusting memory of the settings ........................27 Air filter ...................................................42 Aspect 16 9 ..................................
Power turn off ................................................. 21 Precautions ................................................ 5 Projecting ................................................ 19 R Remote Commander ............................... 14 front remote control detector ............... 10 location and function of controls ......... 14 rear remote control detector ................ 11 Reset ........................................................ 28 resetting an item ..................................
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