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Sony VPL-FHZ55 Technical Background

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  • Page 1 The world’s first 3LCD laser projector VPL-FHZ55 - Technical Background...
  • Page 2 Welcome As the world’s first 3LCD laser projector, the Sony® VPL-FHZ55 achieves what others can’t. Here are all the benefits of laser—plus all the benefits of 3LCD—in a single chassis. The True Laser light engine means there’s no lamp that needs to slowly warm up or cool down, no lamp to limit tilt angle and no lamp to burn out.
  • Page 3 The new laser technology At the core of the VPL-FHZ55 is an innovative True Laser light engine. How does it work? How does it differ from previous Sony projectors? And how does it differ from other projectors that incorporate a laser? Read on.
  • Page 4 Sony’s True Laser light engine Where hybrid laser systems typically provide two out of three colours from LEDs, Sony’s True Laser system starts with 100% laser light. And while a handful of other projectors can also make this claim, Sony stands alone, delivering a combination of end-user benefits that is unmatched, as of October 1, 2013.
  • Page 5 Similarly, most models had significantly lower resolution than the Sony projector. And the two models that approached our resolution fell short in brightness! The VPL-FHZ55 is the only laser projector to achieve the twin benchmarks of high resolution (WUXGA 1920 x 1200) and high brightness (4,000 lumens).
  • Page 6 Using a single microdisplay, the hybrid laser can only present one colour at a time—either Red or Green or Blue. In the example shown here, when the laser is active, the projector presents a Green picture. Sony VPL-FHZ55 Page 6...
  • Page 7 After Sony’s laser and phosphor wheel, the remaining optical engine is largely based on Sony’s proven VPL-FH30 projector. This means the VPL-FHZ55 reaps all the benefits of Sony’s 3LCD system. And the FHZ55 goes further with a refined version of Sony’s BrightEra® LCD microdisplay.
  • Page 8 The complete light path of the True Laser optical engine. Sony uses BrightEra® LCD microdisplay panels arranged on three sides of the prism. In the 3LCD design, there’s one panel each for Red, Green and Blue, enabling the projector to show all the colours all the time—a powerful advantage.
  • Page 9 (right). It’s far more representative of today’s projector usage. Single-chip projection colour light output is just a fraction of the white light output claimed in brochures and ads. For the 3LCD system of the VPL-FHZ55, the two measures are identical.
  • Page 10 Operational advantages We’ve seen that the True Laser light engine enables Sony’s VPL-FHZ55 to achieve impressive brightness and resolution. But that’s only part of the story. By replacing the typical ultra-high- pressure mercury lamp, the laser revolutionises the ownership experience. You’ll notice the advantages as soon as you power up the projector.
  • Page 11 True Laser design reduces power consumption in Auto Dimming and Picture Muting modes. In fact, the VPL-FHZ55 offers a full range of power-saving operating modes. The ability of the laser to restart faster enables Sony to save more power in Auto Dimming mode.
  • Page 12 Sony’s True Laser light engine sustains high productivity and drastically minimises downtime. Sony’s blue laser light source is actually an array of multiple redundant lasers. This means that the failure of any individual laser is not a show-stopper.
  • Page 13 Lamps are subject to overheating and failing prematurely when the projector is not installed properly. Thanks to an innovative laser cooling system, the VPL-FHZ55 frees you from installation angle limitations. Sony VPL-FHZ55...
  • Page 14 30 seconds can feel like an eternity. Sony’s True Laser light engine changes the rules. It takes just 9 seconds to full brightness and presentation start. It reboots from standby in less than 1 second. When you turn it off, there’s no need to wait until the unit cools.

  • Page 15: A Final Word

    But that’s exactly what the world’s first 3LCD laser projector accomplishes. To understand what all the excitement is about, we invite you to visit an authorised reseller. Start your experience at sony.com/laser. Sony VPL-FHZ55...
  • Page 16  True Laser light engine uses no LED illumination; represents a sea-change in operating convenience, operating life, low total cost ownership  3LCD projection with Sony BrightEra® panels achieves both high output and high resolution  High-resolution WUXGA image (1920 x 1200) accommodates Full HD, renders images beautifully, enables you to see more of a PC window without scrolling ...
  • Page 17  Picture-by-picture shows two images at once  DICOM GDSF simulation for medical imaging (for training and reference only; cannot be used for medical diagnosis)  Closed captioning  Network control via multiple third-party systems Sony VPL-FHZ55 Page 17...
  • Page 18 VPL-FHZ55 Specifications Display system 3LCD system Size of effective display area 0.76” (19.3 mm) x 3, Sony® BrightEra® Display device microdisplays, Aspect ratio: 16:10 Number of pixels 6,912,000 (1920 x 1200 x 3) pixels Contrast ratio 8,000:1 (Full white/full black) (average value) Projection lens Zoom: Manual (Approx.
  • Page 19 Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) Optional accessories Projector Suspension Support PAM-600 1. Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and plural areas. Please check with your local Sony Authorised Dealer. 2. Information on accessories is current as of August 2013.