Sony FE40L User Manual

2-687-435-15 (1)Data ProjectorOperating InstructionsVPL-FE40/FE40LVPL-FX40/FX40L© 2006 Sony Corporation

10Location and Function of Controls• Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group.• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Appl

11Location and Function of ControlsOverviewf Air filter coversTo maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp.For

12Location and Function of Controls– Flashes in red when the internal temperature is high or the electrical system has failed.– Lights in green when t

13Location and Function of ControlsOverview2/3 INPUT A/INPUT BAnalog RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female)Connects to external equipment such as a c

14Location and Function of ControlsThe keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically.a ?/1 (On/Standby) keyb INPUT

15Location and Function of ControlsOverviewm MUTING keysCut off the picture and sound.• PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again to restore the picture.

16Installing the ProjectorB Projecting the PictureInstalling the ProjectorThe following table gives an example of installing the standard lens supplie

17Connecting the ProjectorProjecting the PictureConnecting the ProjectorWhen you connect the projector, make sure to:• Turn off all equipment before m

18Connecting the ProjectorFor details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer.To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a

19ProjectingProjecting the PictureTo connect to a video GBR/Component output connectorA Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resista

2WARNINGTo 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 cabi

20Projecting4 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 amo

21Turning Off the PowerProjecting the PictureTo adjust the tilt of the installation surfaceIf the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the

22Selecting the Menu LanguageB Convenient FunctionsSelecting the Menu LanguageYou can select one of sixteen languages for displaying the menu and othe

23Security LockConvenient FunctionsThe menu changes to the selected language.To clear the menuPress the MENU key.The menu disappears automatically if

24Security LockEnter the password on this screen.3 Enter the password again to confirm.When “Security Lock enabled!” is displayed on the menu screen,

25Other FunctionsConvenient FunctionsOther FunctionsIf you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the power for the entire system on and off, set the

26Using a MENUB Adjustments and Settings Using a MenuUsing a MENUThe projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and s

27Using a MENUAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item.• When changing the adjustment level:To increase the nu

28The Picture MenuThe Picture MenuThe Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture.Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input sig

29The Picture MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a MenuDDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer)According to the film source you have selected, make a setting for

3This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful inter

30The Screen MenuThe Screen MenuThe Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can also adjust the aspect ratio of the picture.Items that can

31The Screen MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu• Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original pi

32The Setup MenuThe Setup MenuThe Setup menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.Setting items Functions Initial settingStatus Sets whe

33The Setup MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu• If you turn on “Cooling Setting” to “High” at an altitude less than 1,500 m (4,921 feet), the p

34The Function MenuThe Function MenuThe Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the projector.Setting items Functi

35The Function MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image inc

36The Installation MenuThe Installation MenuThe Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.Lamp Mode StandardAllID ModeIllum

37The Installation MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu• Depending on the picture position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio

38The Information MenuThe Information MenuThe Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the

39The Information MenuAdjustments and Settings Using a Menuz : Adjustable/can be set– : Not adjustable/cannot be set*1: Except B & W*2: NTSC3.58 a

4Table of ContentsPrecautions ...5Notes on Installation and Usage ... 6Unsuitable Installation ...

40Replacing the LampB MaintenanceReplacing the LampThe lamp used as a light source is a consumable product. Thus replace this lamp with a new one in t

41Replacing the LampMaintenance • Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp.• The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured proper

42Cleaning the Air FilterCleaning the Air FilterThe air filter should be cleaned whenever you replace the lamp.Remove the air filter, and then remove

43TroubleshootingOthersB OthersTroubleshootingIf the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the

44TroubleshootingSound“Please check Input-C Signal Sel.” appears in spite of inputting the correct signal from INPUT C.The setting of “Input-C Signal

45TroubleshootingOthersRemote CommanderOthersIndicatorsSymptom Cause and RemedyThe Remote Commander does not work.• The Remote Commander batteries are

46TroubleshootingWarning MessagesUse the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.Caution MessagesUse the list below to

47SpecificationsOthersSpecificationsOptical characteristicsProjection system3 LCD panels, 1 lens, 3 primary color shutter systemLCD panel VPL-FE40: 0.

48Specificationsimpedance more than 47 kilohmsINPUT A/B 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 (7

49SpecificationsOthersWARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.Optional accessoriesProjector LampLMP-F270 (for replacement)Projector Suspension Su

5PrecautionsPrecautionsWarningThe Installation Manual contained in the CD-ROM is for dealers. If customers perform the installation described in this

50SpecificationsPreset signalsMemory No.Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE1 Video 60 Hz Video 60 Hz 15.734 59.940 – –2 Video 50 Hz Video 50 Hz 1

51SpecificationsOthersPreset memory No. at the input signalAnalog signalsDigital signalsWhen a signal other than the preset signals shown above is inp

52DimensionsDimensionsFrontTopUnit: mm (inches)Center of the lens532 (21)497 (19 5/8)133 (5 1/4)65.4 (2 5/8)65.4 (2 5/8)133 (5 1/4)116 (4 5/8)29.5 (1

53DimensionsOthersSideUnit: mm (inches)82 (3 1/4)41.6 (1 11/16)34.7 (1 3/8)55 (2 1/4)112 (4 1/2)133 (5 1/4)34 (1 3/8)298 (11 3/4)279 (11)112 (4 1/2)16

54DimensionsRearBottomUnit: mm (inches)40 (15/8)120 (4 3/4)82 (3 1/4)33.6(1 3/8)25 (1)25 (1)71 (2 7/8)40 (15/8)90 (3 5/8)96 (3 7/8)24.3 (31/32)10 (13/

55IndexOthersIndexAAdjust SignalAPA ...31Phase ...3

56IndexPowerturn off ...21Precautions ... 5Projecting ...

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6Notes on Installation and UsageOn repacking• Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship

7Notes on Installation and UsageSubject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditionerInstalling in such a location may cause malfunction of the u

8About the Supplied Manuals / FeaturesB OverviewAbout the Supplied ManualsThe following manuals and softwares are supplied with the projector.On Macin

9FeaturesOverview* The optional lenses available for VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 equipped with a standard lens only.Center positioned lensThe projector is d