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4-466-213-13 (1)
Data
Projector

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-FHZ55
© 2013 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    4-466-213-13 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. VPL-FHZ55 © 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview Network Location and Function of Controls ..3 Using Network Features ....32 Main Unit ........3 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Terminals ........4 Browser ........32 Remote Commander and Control Confirming the Information Panel ..........

  • Page 3: Location And Function Of Controls

    B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main Unit a Lens (page 40) l Terminals (page 4) b Focus ring (page 13) m Remote control receiver The remote control receivers are located c Zoom lever (page 13) at the front and rear of the projector. d Lens shift dial (page 13) n Front feet (adjustable) (page 13) e Front panel...

  • Page 4: Terminals

    Terminals qa 9 8 q; 56 23 Input (page 8) Output (page 11) a INPUT A g OUTPUT Video: RGB/YP input terminal Video: Monitor output terminal (RGB HD VD/YP (MONITOR) Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO) Audio: Audio output terminal (AUDIO) Note b INPUT B This terminal outputs the projected image or...

  • Page 5: Remote Commander And Control Panel

    Remote Commander and Control Panel Remote Commander b Selecting an input signal (page 12) INPUT key (main unit) Direct input select keys (Remote STANDBY Commander) The E and F keys are not used with this INPUT projector. c Operating a menu (page 18) VIDEO VIDEO ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys...
  • Page 6 1 Press the D ZOOM + key to display • When displaying two pictures, the input the digital zoom icon on the projected signal icon does not appear in the image. input select window (page 12). 2 Press the V/v/B/b keys to move the •...
  • Page 7 With No Input: Standby About Remote Commander operation With Static Signal: Light • Direct the Remote Commander toward the Dimming remote control receiver. Standby Mode: Low • The shorter the distance between the (go to step 6) Remote Commander and the projector is, User: Sets each item of the energy- the wider the angle within which the saving mode menu as you desire...

  • Page 8: Connecting The Projector

    B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. • Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself. •...

  • Page 9: Connecting Video Equipment

    INPUT C For connecting a computer with a DVI-D output terminal. DVI-D output DVI-D cable terminal (not supplied) Audio output terminal Audio cable Computer (Stereo mini plug) (not supplied) INPUT D For connecting a computer with an HDMI output terminal. HDMI output terminal HDMI cable...
  • Page 10 VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a video output terminal. Video output Video cable terminal (not supplied) Audio output terminal Video equipment Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied) INPUT A For connection when there is a long distance between the video equipment and projector. Component –...

  • Page 11: Connecting An External Monitor And Audio Equipment

    To fix the HDMI cable Fix the cable to the cable tie holder at the bottom of the projector, using a commercially available cable tie, as in the illustration. Use a cable tie of less than 1.9 mm × 3.8 mm in thickness. Cable tie holder Bottom of the projector Cable tie...

  • Page 12: Projecting/Adjusting An Image

    B Projecting/Adjusting an Image Projecting an Image The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 52) and projected image sizes, see Input select window Input...

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Focus, Size, And Position Of The Projected Image

    Adjusting the Focus, Size, and Position of the Projected image Focus Size (Zoom) Position (Lens shift) • Do not push hard on the top of the projector Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) extended. with the front feet (adjustable) •...
  • Page 14 Press the KEYSTONE key on the Remote Commander once or select “V Keystone” in the Installation menu to display the adjustment menu. Adjust the value using V/v/B/b. Decrease setting The higher the setting, the narrower the top of the projected image. The lower the setting, the narrower the bottom of the projected image.
  • Page 15 Press the ENTER key. The cursor appears. Adjust using this cursor Adjust using this cursor You can adjust the deflection of the side, using V/v/B/b. Adjust the position of the corner you You can adjust the center point of want to correct, using V/v/B/b. deflection using V/v.
  • Page 16 Example of cursor display: Adjust in all directions Leftward, rightward or Press the ENTER key. downward adjustment only The cursor appears. Setting the blending function to project from multiple projectors Install the projectors. Input a pattern, etc., to adjust the projected positions from multiple Adjust using this cursor projectors.

  • Page 17: Turning Off The Power

    Note that more detailed adjustment for Edge Blending is possible using a PC application. For more details, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • When multiple projectors are set up in a line, the temperature inside the projectors may increase due to exhaust vent proximity, and an error indication may result.

  • Page 18: Using A Menu

    B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu To return to the selection screen of the Using a MENU setting items, press the B key or the RETURN key. Also, to reset the setting value of an item to its factory preset Note value, press the RESET key during setting or adjusting.

  • Page 19: The Picture Menu

    The Picture Menu For adjusting the picture for each input signal. Setting items Description Picture Mode Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a “dynamic” picture. Standard: Makes the picture be natural and well balanced. Presentation : Makes the picture bright to suit for a presentation. Reset The picture settings are initialized to their factory preset values.
  • Page 20 *5: When an analog TV signal is input, this option may not available, depending on the color system. *6: When a video signal is input, this option is available. *7: When a progressive signal is input, this option is not available. *8: Available when a computer signal is input from the DVI-D input terminal (INPUT C) and HDMI input terminal (INPUT D).

  • Page 21: The Screen Menu

    The Screen Menu For adjusting the size, position, and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal. Setting items Description Aspect Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 23). When the Full1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without computer changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
  • Page 22 *3: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input terminal (INPUT A, INPUT B). *4: If the projected image includes a large amount of black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen. In addition, an optimum image cannot be obtained, depending on the type of input signal.
  • Page 23 Aspect *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is Input signal Recommended projected in the same resolution as the setting value and input signal without changing the aspect projected image ratio of the original image. *1 *2 (4:3) (Full1) *2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected to fit the projected image size, regardless *1 *2 (16:9)

  • Page 24: The Function Menu

    The Function Menu The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector. Setting items Description Audio Output Vol. The higher the setting, the higher an audio level output from the audio output terminal. The lower the setting, the lower the audio level. Smart APA On/Off: When set to “On,”...

  • Page 25: The Operation Menu

    Note *1: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked to verify the projector’s serial number and your identity.

  • Page 26: The Connection/Power Menu

    The Connection/Power Menu The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power. Setting items Description Network Setting IPv4 Setting IP Address Setup Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the DHCP server such as a router. Manual: To specify the IP Address manually.
  • Page 27 Setting items Description *2 *5 With Static Signal Light Dimming : If an image does not change for about 10 seconds, light output is gradually reduced (approximately 10% to 15%* ) from that set in the Light Output Mode. This setting provides a convenient way to reduce power consumption.

  • Page 28: The Installation Menu

    The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for installing the projector. Setting items Description Edge Blending On/Off: When set to “On,” the Edge Blending function is enabled. Set to “Off” when you do not project using multiple projectors. Blending Sets the edge blending width.
  • Page 29 Setting items Description Installation Attitude Link to Image Flip/Right Side Up/Upside Down/Front Down/Front Up/ Portrait 1/Portrait 2: Change the cooling setting to suit to the installation attitude. When set to “Link to Image Flip,” the cooling setting changes based on the setting of “Image Flip.” Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component reliability.
  • Page 30 Setting items Description Color Matching Adjust/Reset: For correcting the brightness and color of the whole projected image manually from the signal level in six steps. Notes *1: You cannot adjust anything other than the targeted adjustment zones in “Zone Black Level Adj.” *2: When selecting the correction zone of “Zone Black Level Adj.,”...

  • Page 31: The Information Menu

    The Information Menu The Information menu enables you to confirm various information on the projector, such as the total usage hours of a light. Items Description Model Name Displays the model name. Serial No. Displays the serial number. fH / fV (horizontal Displays the horizontal frequency/vertical frequency/signal type of the frequency/vertical current input signal.

  • Page 32: Using Network Features

    B Network LAN cable Using Network (straight type) (not supplied) Features terminal Connection to the network allows you to operate the following features: • Checking the current status of the projector via a Web browser. • Remotely controlling the projector via a Web browser.

  • Page 33: Confirming The Information Regarding The Projector

    Note keys on the supplied Remote Commander. If you forget your password, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Using the e-mail report Function Set the e-mail report function on the Setup page.
  • Page 34 Entered values will not be applied unless Enter the outgoing e-mail address in you click on [Apply]. the Email Address box then check the Report Timing check box of the e-mail Click on [Owner information] to enter report to be sent. the owner information recorded in the mail report.

  • Page 35: Indicators

    Flashes in red The projector is in abnormal status. Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes. Address the problem in accordance with the following. If the symptom is shown again, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Flashes twice The internal temperature is unusually high. Check the items below.

  • Page 36: Messages List

    Constant Brightness Although “Constant Brightness” is selected, the brightness that cannot be maintained. is set cannot be maintained due to the lifetime of the light source. Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Messages List...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Mode” affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is appropriate. The image will be dark when the light source is burnt out. Check “Light Timer,” and consult with qualified Sony personnel. “With Static Signal” is set to “On.”...
  • Page 38 Symptom Remedy Page The image is not clear. Check if the projector is in focus. The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated – on the lens. In such a case, let the projector sit for about two hours with the power on.

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Air Filter

    For details on a new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Caution If you continue to use the projector even after the message is displayed, dust may accumulate, clogging it.

  • Page 40: Removing/Attaching The Projection Lens

    Removing/Attaching Note If the lens was shifted with lens shift the Projection Lens adjustment, it may take some effort to loosen the screws. In such a case, adjust to shift the lens to the lower position and to the horizontal center position. Notes •...
  • Page 41 Hold the projection lens with the Removing removable lever at an angle of 45 degrees to the right side, and insert the Rotate the removable lever of the lens into the main unit, fitting the projection lens counterclockwise and protrusions into the grooves of the rotate the projection lens adapter.
  • Page 42 Loosen the four screws that secure the Rotate and fix the peripheral focus adapter then pull it out in the frontal ring at the center of the movable direction. range. Peripheral focus ring Adjusting the peripheral focus Adjust the center point focus of the When attaching the VPLL-2007 or VPLL- projected image with the focus lever.
  • Page 43 Remove the projection lens and If the peripheral image is less focused when the peripheral adapter from the main unit (page 41). focus ring is rotated clockwise all the way through Loosen the two screws to remove the Remove a spacer. spacer presser (black) from the adapter.

  • Page 44: Attaching/Removing Vpll-Z1024/ Z1032

    • When the flange section is removed, the Attaching/Removing VPLL- spacer section is also loosened. Be Z1024/Z1032 careful that the spacer section is not removed. Attaching the projection lens Insert Part C for the lens adapter all the adapter to the projection lens way until it is securely in place, align the mark with the mark placed in step 1, Before starting...
  • Page 45 Secure Part A and Part B for the lens adapter attached to the projection lens with the two E screws supplied with the lens adapter. E screws Attaching Insert the projection lens with a mark upward all the way in until it is securely in place then tighten the four screws.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications Item Description Model name VPL-FHZ55 Display system 3 LCD system Display device Size of effective 0.76" (19.3 mm) × 3, Aspect ratio 16:10 display area Number of pixels 6,912,000 (1920 × 1200 × 3) pixels Projection lens Zoom Manual (approx.1.6 ×)
  • Page 47 Item Description Model name VPL-FHZ55 S VIDEO IN S video input terminal: Mini DIN 4-pin, Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohmes terminated, C: (burst signal) 0.286 (NTSC)/0.3 (PAL/SECAM) Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated Audio input terminal: Phono jack × 2, rated input 500...
  • Page 48 *1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals” on page 50. *2: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. *3: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of February 2015.
  • Page 49 RGB input terminal (Mini D-sub 15- Pin assignment pin, female) DVI-D terminal (DVI-D, female) Video input Power supply T.M.D.S. +5 V Power (red) R input for DDC Data2– Video input T.M.D.S. Ground (return (green) G Data2+ for +5 V) Video input T.M.D.S.
  • Page 50 HDMI terminal (HDMI, female) Input terminal fH [kHz]/ Resolution DVI-D fV [Hz] HDMI 800 × 600 35.2/56 – 37.9/60 T.M.D.S. T.M.D.S. 48.1/72 – Data2+ Clock Shield T.M.D.S. T.M.D.S. 46.9/75 – Data2 Shield Clock– 53.7/85 – T.M.D.S. 832 × 624 49.7/75 –...
  • Page 51 Digital TV signal Combinations of Input Signals Input terminal Main picture Sub picture Signal fV [Hz] RGB/ DVI-D INPUT A HDMI INPUT B (RGB) (RGB/YP 480i INPUT B (RGB) – 576i INPUT C (DVI-D) 480p INPUT D (HDMI) INPUT B (RGB) 576p S VIDEO 1080i...

  • Page 52: Projection Distance And Lens Shift Range

    Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range The projection distance refers to the distance between the front of the lens and the projected surface. Projection distance L Front of the lens Projected image The lens shift range represents the distance in percent (%) by which the lens can be shifted from the center of the projected image.
  • Page 53 Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Projection distance L Width × Standard Diagonal VPLL-2007 VPLL-Z2009 VPLL-Z1024 VPLL-Z1032 Height lens 80" 1.72 × 1.08 2.39 – 3.83 1.10 1.43 – 1.71 4.00 – 5.48 5.45 – 8.32 (2.03 m) (68 ×...
  • Page 54 x VPLL-2007 = 10 – 2.500 × HS (HS or HS ) [%] – = 0 [%] – = 4 – 0.400 × (VS or VS ) [%] – – x VPLL-Z2009 = 50 – 2.083 × HS (HS or HS ) [%] –...

  • Page 55: Dimensions

    Dimensions Front Unit: mm (inches) 390 (15 Center of the lens 195 (7 Bottom Unit: mm (inches) 487 (19 ø18 ( 122 (4 15 ( Center of the lens 272.6 (10 86 (3 ø18 ( 390.8 (15 Dimensions...
  • Page 56 When using the PSS-610 projector suspension support Unit: mm (inches) 150 (5 175 (6 231 (9 200 (7 256 (10 250 (9 281 (11 275 (10 331 (13 300 (11 356 (14 381 (15) Center of the lens 223.1 (8 263.9 (10 Center of the lens...
  • Page 57 Location information of the labels Warning label Explanatory label Light source specifications Lens Zoom Zoom 1.6 W laser diodes × 56 maximum: α minimum: α Wavelength: 440 - 455 nm Standard lens 45.3° 29.4° Beam divergence angle from lens of VPLL-2007 84°...
  • Page 58 The distance L’ between the front of About Trademarks the lens (center) and the front of the • Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe cabinet Systems Incorporated. Unit: mm (inches) • Kensington is a registered trademark of Lens L’ Type Kensington Technology Group.

  • Page 59: Index

    Index ECO ............26 ECO MODE (Energy-saving mode) ..6 Edge Blending ........28 E-mail report ........... 33 AC IN socket ..........4 Expert Setting ......... 19 Acceptable input signal ......50 Adjust Signal ...........21 Air filter cover ...........3 fH ............31 All Reset ..........24 Film Mode ..........
  • Page 60 Light Timer ..........31 Security Lock ...........25 Location and function of controls ..... 3 Selecting an input signal ......5 Serial No..........31 Sharpness ..........19 Shift ...........13, 21 Main unit ........... 3 Smart APA ..........24 Menu Position ......... 25 Specifications ...........46 Messages list ...........
  • Page 61 Sony Corporation...

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