Sony VPL-FX500L Operating Instructions Manual

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4-191-106-11 (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-FX500L
© 2010 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    4-191-106-11 (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-FX500L © 2010 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview Network Location and Function of Controls ..3 Using Network Features ....23 Main Unit ........3 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Connector Panel ......4 Browser ........23 Remote Commander and Control Confirming the Information Panel ..........
  • Page 3: Location And Function Of Controls

    B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main Unit 6 9 qa a Lens (not supplied) (page 34) j Connector panel (page 4) b Front panel (page 34) k Remote control detectors c Lamp cover (page 30) l Adjusters (page 12) d Air filter cover (page 32) m Security lock Connects to an optional security cable...
  • Page 4: Connector Panel

    Connector Panel INPUT B RGB INPUT C DVI-D S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUTPUT INPUT A MONITOR CONTROL S RS-232C PLUG INPOWER 9 q; h LAN connector (page 23) Input (pages 8, 9) i CONTROL S input connector a INPUT A (DC power supply) (CONTROL S Video: RGB/YP input connector...
  • Page 5: Remote Commander And Control Panel

    Remote Commander and Control Panel Remote Commander a Turning on the power/Going to standby mode ? (On) key 1 (Standby) key STANDBY b Selecting an input signal INPUT (page 11) INPUT key (main unit) Direct input select keys (Remote VIDEO VIDEO Commander) MENU...
  • Page 6 e Using various functions during ECO Mode Menu projecting ECO Mode D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key Enlarges a portion of the image while User projecting. 1 Press the D ZOOM + key to display Back the digital zoom icon on the projected 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key image.
  • Page 7 i CONTROL S output connector Connects to the CONTROL S input connector on the projector with a connecting cable (stereo mini plug (not supplied)) when using the Remote Commander as a wired one. You do not need to install batteries in the Remote Commander, as the power is supplied from the projector.
  • Page 8: Connecting The Projector

    B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes • 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 A Video Equipment

    INPUT C For connecting a computer with a DVI-D output connector. DVI-D output connector INPUT C DVI-D DVI-D cable (not supplied) Computer Connecting a Video Equipment Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input signal.
  • Page 10: Connecting An External Monitor

    INPUT A For connection when there is some long distance between the video equipment and projector. output connector INPUT A Component – BNC cable (not supplied) Video equipment Connecting an External Monitor OUTPUT Projected images can be output to display equipment such as a monitor. Display equipment OUTPUT Mini D-sub 15-pin cable...
  • Page 11: 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 45) and projected image sizes, see Input Video...
  • Page 12: 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) When attaching the Electric When attaching the Electric Press the SHIFT key on the focus lens zoom lens projector or the Remote Commander then press the V/v/ Press the FOCUS key on the Press the ZOOM key on the projector or the Remote...
  • Page 13: Turning Off The Power

    Notes Turning Off the Power • Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers. Press the ?/1 key on the main unit or • Do not push hard on the top of the projector 1 key on the Remote Commander. with the adjuster extended.
  • Page 14: Using A Menu

    B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU Note The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using. RETURN key. Also, to reset the setting Press the MENU key to display the value of an item to its factory preset menu.
  • Page 15: The Picture Menu

    The Picture Menu For adjusting the picture for each input signal. Setting items Functions 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 16: The Screen Menu

    The Screen Menu For adjusting the size, position, and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal. Setting items Functions Aspect Switches the aspect (page 17). When the Normal: Displays the image on the center point of the projected image computer without changing the resolution of the input signal or enlarging the image.
  • Page 17 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. (4:3) (Full1) *2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected to fit the projected image size, regardless *1 *2 (16:9)
  • Page 18: The Function Menu

    The Function Menu The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector. Setting items Functions Smart APA On/Off; When set to “On,” executes APA automatically when a signal is input. CC Display CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed caption service (Captions or Text).
  • Page 19: The Operation Menu

    “Off” after adjusting the lens. 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 20: The Connection/Power Menu

    The Connection/Power Menu The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power. Setting items Functions Network 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. IP Address/ Subnet When “Manual”...
  • Page 21: The Installation Menu

    The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for installing the projector. Setting items Functions Image Flip HV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally and/or vertically according to the installation method. Installation Attitude Right Side UP/Upside Down/Front Up/Front Down: Change the cooling setting to suit to the installation attitude.
  • Page 22: 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 lamp. Setting items Functions Model Name Displays the model name. Serial No. Displays the serial number. fH / fV (horizontal Displays the horizontal frequency/vertical frequency of the current input frequency/vertical signal.
  • Page 23: Using Network Features

    B Network Using Network Features 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. • Receiving the Mail Report for the projector. •...
  • Page 24: Confirming The Information Regarding The Projector

    (*****) that was set. Using the Mail Report Note Function If you forget your password, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Set the Mail Report function on the Setup page. Entered values will not be applied unless you click on [Apply].
  • Page 25 Enter the outgoing e-mail address in Click on [Owner information] to enter the Email Address box then check the the owner information recorded in the Report Timing check box of the Mail Mail Report. Report to be sent. Set the mail account for sending mail reports.
  • Page 26: 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 27: Messages List

    Messages List When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in accordance with the table below. Message Meaning/Remedy Page High temp.! Lamp off in Check the items below. 3, 21, 1 min. • Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. •...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the instructions below. Symptom Remedy Page The power is not turned Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected. – When the “Panel Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn on the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.
  • Page 29 Symptom Remedy Page The Remote Check that the batteries are installed correctly. – Commander does not Check that the batteries are not exhausted. – work. Check if the “ID Mode” of the projector corresponds to that of 6, 19 the Remote Commander. Check the setting for “IR Receiver.”...
  • Page 30: Replacing The Lamp

    Do not put your hands into the slot. • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp yourself. • When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it out straight, by holding it by grab. If you touch a part of the lamp other than the grab, you may be burned or injured.
  • Page 31 Loosen the three screws on the lamp then pull out the lamp by its grab. Screws Grab Screws Note Lamp 1 and Lamp 2 are of the same type. They are installed in opposite vertical orientation to each other. When removing, note the orientation of each lamp.
  • Page 32: Replacing The Air Filter Cartridges

    Replacing the Air Filter Cartridges After replacing the lamp, replace the air filter cartridges. When replacing the air filter cartridges, replace all 4 cartridges supplied with the replacement lamps. Caution If you neglect to replace the air filter cartridges, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible malfunction or fire.
  • Page 33 Close the air filter cover. Air filter cartridge Tabs Note Be sure to attach the air filter unit firmly; the power cannot be turned on if it is not closed securely. Tabs Air filter Cartridge cartridge holder Return the air filter units to the projector.
  • Page 34: Attaching/Removing The Projection Lens

    Attaching/Removing the Projection Lens Notes • Turn off the projector and disconnect the AC power cord from a wall outlet before you remove/ attach the projection lens. • Be careful not to drop the projection lens. • Avoid removing/attaching the lens with the projector installed suspended from a ceiling. •...
  • Page 35 Align the connectors on the projector A VPLL-FM22/ZM32/ZM42/ZM102: with those on the projection lens then Removing the compensating glass insert the lens all the way in until it is Before attaching the projection lens to the securely in place. projector, it is required to remove the compensating glass from the lens mounting Connector section part of the projector.
  • Page 36 For the VPLL-FM21/ZM31/ZP41*/ B VPLL-FM21/ZM31/ZP41/FM22/ ZM101 ZM32/ZM42/ZM101/ZM102: Use the PK-F500LA1 lens adapter. Attaching the projection lens adapter PK-F500LA1 Before attaching the projection lens to the projector, it is required to attach the lens adapter to the projection lens. Insert the projection lens into the lens adapter as illustrated and fasten it with the four screws supplied with the lens adapter.
  • Page 37 * When mounting a VPLL-ZP41 For the VPLL-FM22/ZM32/ZM42/ ZM102 Engage the two connectors between the lens adapter and the projection lens, as Use the PK-F500LA2 lens adapter. illustrated. PK-F500LA2 Slide until it clears the gap Attaching/Removing the Projection Lens...
  • Page 38: Removing

    C VPLL-ZM101: Attaching the Removing shading sheet Before attaching the projection lens to the Loosen the four screws that secure the projector, it is required to attach the shading front panel (1), and remove the front sheet supplied with the lens adapter after panel, pulling it forward (2).
  • Page 39: Specifications

    Specifications Item VPL-FX500L Projection system 3 LCD system Display device Effective display 0.99-inch (25.0 mm), 3 plate, Aspect ratio 4:3 size Effective picture 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 pixels, 3 plate panels) elements Light source High-pressure mercury lamp, 330 W type...
  • Page 40 Item VPL-FX500L Others connector RS-232C connector: D-Sub 9 pin female LAN connector: RJ45, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX CONTROL S input connector (DC power supply): Stereo mini jack, 5 Vp-p, Plug in power DC 5 V CONTROL S output connector: Stereo mini jack Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)/35% to 85% (no...
  • Page 41 Item VPL-FX500L Optional Projection Lens VPLL-ZM42 : Manual focus/zoom *3, *4 accessories (approx. 1.3 times), Projected image size: 40 inches to 300 inches (1.02 m to 7.62 m), Maximum external dimensions (W × H × D): approx. 88 × 88 × 159 mm ×...
  • Page 42 Design and specifications of the unit, including the optional accessories, are subject to change without notice. Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,...
  • Page 43 Pin assignment DVI-D connector (DVI-D, female) RGB input connector (Mini D-sub 15- pin, female) T.M.D.S. +5 V Power Data2– Video input Power supply (red) R input for DDC T.M.D.S. Ground (return Data2+ for +5 V) Video input (green) G T.M.D.S. Hot Plug Data2 Shield Detect...
  • Page 44 Input connector Acceptable Input Signals fH [kHz]/ Resolution fV [Hz] DVI-D Computer signal 1360 × 768 47.7/60 Input connector fH [kHz]/ Resolution 1440 × 900 55.9/60 fV [Hz] DVI-D 1680 × 1050 65.3/60 640 × 350 31.5/70 1280 × 800 49.7/60 37.9/85 1920 ×...
  • Page 45: 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 46 Projection distance Unit: m (inches) Projection image size Projection distance L Diagonal Width × Height VPLL-FM22 VPLL-ZM32 VPLL-ZM42 VPLL-ZP41 80-inch 1.63 × 1.22 1.42 2.39 – 2.64 3.05 – 3.82 4.11 – 5.01 (2.03 m) (64 × 48) (56) (94 – 103) (120 –...
  • Page 47: Lens Shift Range

    Projection distance formula D: Projected image size (Diagonal) Unit: m (inches) Lens Projection distance L (minimal length) Projection distance L (maximal length) VPLL-FM22 L = 0.0185 × D – 0.0524 – (L = 0.7265 × D – 2.0633) VPLL-ZM32 L = 0.0305 × D – 0.0581 L = 0.0337 ×...
  • Page 48 x VPLL-ZP41, VPLL-ZM101, VPLL-Z4019, VPLL-Z4025, VPLL-Z4045 × = VS = 96 – 1.500 or HS ) [%] × = HS = 64 – 0.667 or VS ) [%] x VPLL-Z4015 × = VS = 86 – 1.509 or HS ) [%] ×...
  • Page 49: Dimensions

    Dimensions Front Unit: mm (inches) 530 (20 INPUT B INPUT C DVI-D S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUTPUT INPUT A MONITOR RS-232C CONTROL S PLUG IN POWER INPUT E 265 (10 Center of the lens Bottom Unit: mm (inches) Center of the lens 215 (8 215 (8 141 (5...
  • Page 50 When using the PSS-630 projector suspension support Caution Never mount the projector on the ceiling or move it by yourself. Be sure to consult with a Sony dealer (charged). Unit: mm (inches) 350 (13 380 (15) 410 (16 455 (18)
  • Page 51 The distance L’ between the front of the lens (center) and the front of the cabinet Unit: mm (inches) Lens L’ Type VPLL-FM22 30.9 (1 VPLL-ZM32 42.5 (1 VPLL-ZM42 40.1 (1 VPLL-ZP41 9.1 (1 VPLL-ZM102 3.0 ( VPLL-ZM101 41.3 (1 VPLL-Z4015 47.8 (1 VPLL-Z4019...
  • Page 52: Index

    Freeze ............6 Index Front panel ..........3 Function menu .........18 fV .............22 AC IN ............4 Acceptable input signal ......44 Gamma Mode ..........15 Adjust Signal ........... 16 Adjuster ..........3, 12 Air filter cover ........3, 32 High Altitude Mode .........21 APA .............
  • Page 53 Ventilation holes ........3 Volume ............6 Panel Key Lock ........19 Pattern ..........5, 13 Phase ............16 Pic.Muting Mode ........18 Zoom ............5, 12 Picture menu ........... 15 Picture mode ........... 15 About Trademarks Picture muting ........... 6 • Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Pin assignment ........
  • Page 54 Sony Corporation...

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