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2-687-435-11 (1)
Data Projector
Operating Instructions
VPL-FE40/FE40L
VPL-FX40/FX40L
© 2006 Sony Corporation
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1 Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug WARNING with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if To reduce the risk of fire or electric applicable. shock, do not expose this apparatus 2 Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / to rain or moisture. Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere). To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to If you have questio
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This device complies with part 15 of the For the customers in Taiwan only 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
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Table of Contents Precautions .........................................5 (not supplied) (When Using the Network Presentation Notes on Installation and Usage ........ 6 Function) .................................25 Unsuitable Installation ................. 6 Usage in High Altitude ................. 7 Unsuitable Conditions .................. 7 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Overview Using a MENU .................................26 About the Supplied Manuals ..............8 The Picture Me
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On illumination Precautions � To obtain the best picture, the front of the screen should not be exposed to direct Warning lighting or sunlight. � Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is The Installation Manual contained in the recommended. Use a cover over CD-ROM is for dealers. fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the If customers perform the installation contrast ratio. described in this manual, an accident may � Cover any windows that face the screen occur, causing serious injury. Never in
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On repacking Notes on Installation � Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy and Usage if you ever have to ship your unit. For maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Unsuitable Installation On LCD projector Do not install the unit in the following � The LCD projector is manufactured using situations. These installations may cause high-precision technology. You may, malfunction or damage to the unit. howev
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magnifications. This is not a malfunction of Subject to direct cool or warm air the unit. from an air-conditioner Unsuitable Conditions Do not use the unit under the following conditions. Installing in such a location may cause Do not topple the unit malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature. Near a heat or smoke sensor Avoid using as the unit topples over on its side. It may cause malfunction. Malfunction of the sensor may be caused. Do not tilt right/l
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B Overview About the Supplied Features Manuals High brightness and high picture The following manuals and softwares are performance supplied with the projector. High brightness On Macintosh system, you can read only the Operating Instructions and Installation Sony’s unique optical system with the new- Manual for Dealers. generation LCD panel “BrightEra” incorporating a newly developed inorganic Manuals alignment, allows a light output of 4000 lumen. Safety Regulations (separately printed
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Overview * The optional lenses available for VPL-FE40 Multi scan compatibility and VPL-FX40 equipped with a standard lens only. HDMI and 5BNC connectors The projector has the HDMI (High- Center positioned lens Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, The projector is designed to locate the lens digital input connector, which allows you to in the center of the projector. This enables connect to the digital RGB equipment easy setup, as the lens center aligns with the equipped with the H
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� Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group. Location and � Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Function of Controls � VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. � Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Top/Front/Side Video Electronics Standard Association. � HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or 3 registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. � Air Shot is a tradem
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Overview f Air filter covers Control Panel Note To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. 1 2 For details, see “Cleaning the Air Filter” on page 42. g Rear remote control detector 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: 3 http://www.kensington.com/ 4 5 j Control panel 6 For details, see “Control Panel” on 7 page 11. 8 k S
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– Flashes in red when the internal the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in temperature is high or the electrical green and then lights in green when the system has failed. projector is ready to operate. – Lights in green when the projector is To turn off the power, press the ?/1 key turned on, and when it is ready to twice according to the message or hold operate. the ?/1 key for about one second. – Flashes in green from the time when h INPUT key the projector is turned on until the Select the
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Overview AUDIO jack (stereo minijack) g CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER To listen to sound output from a (DC 5V output) jack (stereo computer, connect via this jack to the minijack) audio output of the computer. Connects to the control S out jacks of Sony equipment. Connects to the For details, see “Connecting a CONTROL S OUT jack on the supplied Computer” on page 17 and Remote Commander when using it as a “Connecting a VCR” on page 18. wired Remote Commander. In this case, c INPUT B when a
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For details, see “APA” in “The Screen Remote Commander Menu” on page 30. The keys that have the same names as those e ENTER key on the control panel function identically. f RESET key Resets the value of an item to its factory wa preset value. This key functions when a setting item is displayed on the screen. COMMAND OFF ON 1 g KEYSTONE (Vertical trapezoidal w; distortion correction) key INPUT INPUT INPUT A B C 2 Adjusts the vertical trapezoidal INPUT INPUT AIR D E SHOT 3 distortion
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Overview Be sure to install the battery from m MUTING keys the # side. 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 2 Replace the lid. projector. Notes on Remote Commander o ZOOM +/– keys operation Adjusts the picture size. � Make sure tha
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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/ 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. Screen Distance between the screen and the center
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Projecting the Picture To connect a computer (Analog) Connecting the Side 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 Instr
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For details, refer to the operating This HDMI connector conforms to Ver. 1.2a. instructions supplied with your computer. The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a video output connector of a type having Connecting a VCR two rows of pins, use a commercially available This section describes how to connect the plug adaptor. projector to a VCR. To connect a computer (Digital) or For mo
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Projecting the Picture To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Projecting Side 7 2 8 4 8 6,7,8 1 Rear remote control to detector audio output to (L) audio to video COMMAND output GBR/ OFF ON (R) component 2 output INPUT INPUT INPUT A B C 4 INPUT INPUT AIR D E SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO MENU APA VCR ENTER 6,7,8 RESET 8 A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT (Use a no-resistance cable.) 8 7 KEY B BNC cable (not supplied) ASPECT STONE 6 Note Set the aspec
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4 Press the INPUT key to select the For details, see “Auto Input Search” in the Function menu on page 34. input source. You can select directly the input signal � The Smart APA feature is effective for you want to project by pressing one key the input signal from a computer only. from among INPUT A, B, C, D or E on the Remote Commander. 5 Switch the equipment connected to output to the projector. Each time you press the INPUT key on Depending on the type of your the control panel, the inpu
