Sony Projector Vpl Fx40 User Manual

							41Replacing the Lamp
Maintenance
BMaintenance
Replacing the Lamp
The lamp used as a light source is a 
consumable product. Thus replace this lamp 
with a new one in the following cases.
 When the lamp has burnt out or dims
  “Please replace the Lamp and clean the 
Filter.” appears on the screen.
 The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in 
red. (Repetition rate of 3 flashes)
The lamp life varies depending on 
conditions of use.  
Use an LMP-F270 Projector Lamp as the 
replacement lamp.
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-F270 
may cause damage to the projector.
The lamp remains hot after the projector is 
turned off with the ?/1 key. If you touch the 
lamp, you may burn your finger. When you 
replace the lamp, wait for at least an hour 
for the lamp to cool.
 If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified for 
personal.
 Pull out the lamp by holding the knob. If you 
touch the lamp, you may be burned or 
injured.
 When removing the lamp, make sure it 
remains horizontal, then pull straight out. Do 
not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp 
while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks, the 
pieces may scatter, causing injury.
1Turn off the projector, and disconnect 
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
When replacing the lamp after using the 
projector, wait for at least an hour for the 
lamp to cool.
2Open the lamp cover by loosening the 
three screws with a Phillips 
screwdriver.
3Remove the lamp cover by lifting it 
forward with the fingers placed on the 
slit of the projector.
4Loosen the two screws on the lamp 
unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a), 
hold the knob (b), then pull out the 
lamp unit.
 
5Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place (a). Tighten the 
two screws (b).
Caution
Notes
Note 
						

							42Replacing the Lamp
 
 Be careful not to touch the glass surface 
of the lamp.
 The power will not turn on if the lamp is 
not secured properly.
6Restore the lamp cover to the original 
position and tighten the three screws 
with the phillips screwdriver.
Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely 
as it was. If not, the projector cannot be 
turned on.
7Connect the power cord.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in 
red.
8Press the ?/1 key to turn the projector 
on.
9Press the MENU key, and then select 
the Setup menu.
10Select “Lamp Timer Reset”, and then 
press the ENTER key.
A message is displayed.  
11Select “Yes”, and then press the 
ENTER key.
The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0, and 
“Lamp Timer Reset Complete!” is 
displayed in the menu screen.
12Select “OK.”
Do not put your hands into the lamp 
replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or 
other objects into the slot to avoid electrical 
shock or fire.
To erase a message, press any key on the 
control panel of the projector or on the Remote 
Commander.
Disposal of the used lamp
For the customers in the USA
Lamp in this product contains mercury. 
Disposal of these materials may be regulated 
due to environmental considerations. For 
disposal or recycling information, please 
contact your local authorities or the 
Electronic Industries Alliance 
(www.eiae.org).
Notes
Note
Caution
Note 
						

							43Cleaning the Air Filter
Maintenance
Cleaning the Air 
Filter
The air filter should be cleaned whenever 
you replace the lamp.
Remove the air filter, and then remove the 
dust with a vacuum cleaner.
The time needed to clean the air filter will 
vary depending on the environment or how 
the projector is used.
1Turn the power off and unplug the 
power cord. 
2Remove the air filter covers.
The air filter of the VPL-FX41 is on one 
side  only.
3Remove the air filter from the each 
claws (6 positions) on the air filter 
cover.
4Clean the air filter with a vacuum 
cleaner.
5Attach the air filter so that it fits into 
the each claws (6 positions) on the air 
filter covers and replace the cover.
If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust may 
accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the 
temperature may rise inside the unit, 
leading to a possible malfunction or fire.
 If the dust cannot be removed from the air 
filter, replace the air filter with a new one.
For details on new air filter, consult with 
qualified Sony personnnel.
 Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly; 
the power can not be turned on if it is not 
closed securely.
 The air filter has face and reverse sides. 
Attach the air filter so that the frames on the 
air filter are visible.
 To erase a message, press any key on the 
control panel of the projector or on the 
remote commander.
Claws
Caution
Notes 
						

							44Troubleshooting
BOthers
Troubleshooting
If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using 
the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Power
Picture
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The power is not turned on.  The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short 
interval.
cWait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power 
(see page 22).
 The lamp cover is not secured.
cClose the lamp cover securely (see page 42).
 The air filter cover is detached.
cAttach the air filter cover securely (see page 43).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
No picture.  A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
cCheck that the proper connections have been made (see 
page 17).
 The connections are wrong.
cThis projector is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data 
Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with DDC, turn 
the projector on according to the following procedures.
1Connect the projector to the computer.
2Turn the projector on.
3Start the computer.
 Input selection is incorrect.
cSelect the input source correctly using the INPUT key (see 
page 20).
 The picture is muted.
cPress the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see 
page 15).
 The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or 
set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a 
computer.
cSet the computer signal to output only to an external monitor 
(see page 17).
The picture is noisy.  Noise may appear on the background depending on the 
combination of the number of dots input from the computer and 
the numbers of pixels on the LCD panel.
cChange the desktop pattern on the connected computer.
 Input a video signal with the jitter.
cUse a TBC (Time Base Corrector) to try to reduce video jitter.
The picture from the 
INPUT C connector is 
colored strangely.The setting of “Input-C Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is incorrect.
cSelect “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly 
according to the input signal (see page 34). 
						

							45Troubleshooting
Others
Sound
“Please check Input-C 
Signal Sel.” appears in 
spite of inputting the 
correct signal from 
INPUT C.The setting of “Input-C Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is incorrect.
cSelect “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly 
according to the input signal (see page 34).
On-screen display does not 
appear.“Status” in the Setup menu has been set to “Off.”
cSet “Status” in the Setup menu to “On” (see page 33).
Color balance is incorrect.  The picture has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust the picture (see page 29).
 The projector is set to the wrong color system.
cSet “Color System” in the Setup menu to match the color system 
being input (see page 34).
The picture is too dark.  Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust the contrast or brightness in the Picture menu properly 
(see page 29).
 The lamp has burnt out or is dim.
cReplace the lamp with a new one (see page 41).
The picture is not clear.  The picture is out of focus.
cAdjust the focus (see page 21).
 Condensation has accumulated on the lens.
cLeave the projector for about two hours with the power on.
The image extends beyond 
the screen.The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges 
around the image.
cDisplay the full image on the screen and press the APA key.
cAdjust “Shift” in the Screen menu properly (see page 32).
The picture flickers. “Phase” in the Screen menu has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust “Phase” in the Screen menu properly (see page 32).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
No sound.  A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
cCheck that the proper connections have been made (see 
page 17).
 The audio connecting cable used is incorrect.
cUse a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 17).
 The sound is muted.
cPress the AUDIO MUTING key to release audio muting (see 
page 15).
 The sound is not adjusted properly.
cAdjust the sound with the VOLUME +/– key on the Remote 
Commander or adjust “Volume” in the Setup menu (see 
page 33).
 “Speaker” is set to “Off.”
cSet “Speaker” in the Setup menu to “On” (see page 33). Symptom Cause and Remedy 
						

							46Troubleshooting
Remote Commander
Others
Indicators
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The Remote Commander 
does not work. The Remote Commander batteries are dead.
cReplace them with new batteries (see page 15).
 The COMMAND ON/OFF switch is set to OFF.
cSet it to ON.
 The ID number of the projector assigned in “ID Mode” in the 
Installation menu does not match the ID number of the ID MODE 
keys on the Remote Commander.
cAssigns the same ID number to the projector and the Remote 
Commander, or set “ID Mode” in the Installation menu to “All.”
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The control panel keys do 
not function.The control panel keys are locked.
cUnlock the control panel keys (see page 36).
The fan is noisy.cCheck the setting of “High Altitude Mode” in the Setup menu 
(see page 33).
cCheck the ventilation holes are not blocked.
cMake sure the room temperature is not too high.
To maintain the product reliability of the projector’s components, 
the rotation speed of the fan increases and the fan becomes 
slightly noisier, when the room temperature exceeds normal. The 
approximate normal temperature is 25°C. 
An afterimage appears.cIf a still image with strong contrast is displayed in the same 
location on the screen continuously, an afterimage may appear 
temporarily. It will disappear shortly after the display changes.
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The LAMP/COVER 
indicator flashes in orange. 
(Repetition rate of 2 
flashes) The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached.
cAttach the cover securely (see pages 42 and 43).
The LAMP/COVER 
indicator flashes in orange. 
(Repetition rate of 3 
flashes) The lamp has reached the end of its life.
cReplace the lamp (see page 41).
 The lamp has reached a high temperature.
cWait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power 
again.
ON/STANDBY flashes in 
red. (Repetition rate of 2 
flashes) The internal temperature is unusually high.
cCheck to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
 The projector is being used at a high altitude.
cEnsure that “High Altitude Mode” in the Setup menu is set to 
“On.”
ON/STANDBY flashes in 
red. (Repetition rate of 4 
flashes)The fan is broken.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
ON/STANDBY flashes in 
red. (Repetition rate of 6 
flashes)Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the ON/
STANDBY indicator goes out, plug the power cord to the wall 
outlet, and then turn the projector on again. If the ON/STANDBY 
flashes in red and the problem persists, the electrical system has 
failed.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel. 
						

							47Troubleshooting
Others
Warning Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Caution Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Messages List
Message Meaning and Remedy
High temp.! Lamp off in 1 
min.The internal temperature is too high.
cTurn off the power.
cCheck to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
Frequency is out of range!  This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the 
acceptable range of the projector.
 The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too 
high.
cInput a signal that is within the range of the frequency.
Please check Input-C 
Signal Sel.You have input an RGB signal from the computer when “Input-C 
Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu is set to “Component.”
cSet “Input-C Signal Sel.” correctly (see page 34).
Please replace the Lamp 
and clean the Filter. It is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter.
cReplace the lamp  (see page 41) and clean the filter (see 
page 43).
 If this message appears again after you replace the lamp, the lamp 
replacement process is not complete.
cPerform the operations in step 8 to 11 on page 42.
To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the 
projector or on the remote commander.
The projector temperature 
is high. “High Altitude 
Mode” should be “On” if 
the projector is being used 
at high altitude.cCheck to ensure that the ventilation holes on the projector are not 
covered (see page 11).
cWhen using the projector at high altitude, set the “High Altitude 
Mode” to “On”. 
If the temperature inside the projector remains high, the “High 
Altitude Mode” is switched to “On” in one minute, then the fan 
speed increases.
Message Meaning and Remedy
Not applicable! You have pressed the wrong key.
cPress the appropriate key.
The panel keys are locked! “Panel Key Lock” in the Function menu is set to “On.”
cAll the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked. 
Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander 
(see page 36).
Note
Note 
						

							48Specifications
Specifications
Optical characteristics
Projection system
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, 3 primary 
color shutter system
LCD panel VPL-FE40: 0.79-inch SXGA+ 
panel, 4,410,000 pixels (1400 × 
1050 × 3)
VPL-FX40/FX41: 0.79-inch XGA 
panel, 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 
768 × 3)
Lens 1.3 times zoom lens (powered)
f 30.6 to 39.7 mm/F1.66 to 2.18
* The lens is not supplied with the 
VPL-FE40L/FX40L/FX41L.
Lamp 275 W Ultra high pressure lamp
Projected picture size
40 to 600-inches (measured 
diagonally) (When the VPLL-
1008 is used: 60 to 300-inch)
Light output VPL-FE40/FX40: 4000 ANSI 
lumen
VPL-FX41: 5200 ANSI lumen 
(When the Lamp Mode is set to 
“High.”)
Throwing distance (When placed on the floor.)
When an SXGA+ (VPL-FE40)/
XGA (VPL-FX40/FX41) signal 
is input
40-inch: 1.5 to 1.9 m
(4.9 to 6.2 feet)
60-inch: 2.3 to 2.9 m 
(7.4 to 9.5 feet)
80-inch: 3.0 to 3.9 m 
(9.9 to 12.7 feet)
100-inch: 3.8 to 4.8 m 
(12.5 to 15.9 feet)
120-inch: 4.6 to 5.8 m 
(15.0 to 19.1 feet)
150-inch: 5.7 to 7.3 m 
(18.8 to 23.9 feet)
200-inch: 7.7 to 9.7 m
(25.2 to 32.0 feet)
300-inch: 11.6 to 14.6 m
(37.9 to 48.0 feet)
400-inch: 15.4 to 19.5 m
(50.6 to 64.1 feet)
500-inch: 19.3 to 24.4 m
(63.3 to 80.2 feet)
600-inch: 23.2 to 29.4 m
(76.0 to 96.3 feet)
There may be a slight difference between the 
actual value and the design value shown above.
Electrical characteristics
Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/
NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/
PAL60 system, switched 
automatically/manually
(NTSC
4.43 is the color system used 
when playing back a video 
recorded in NTSC on a 
NTSC
4.43 system VCR.)
Resolution VPL-FE40: 750 horizontal TV 
lines (Video input) 
1,400 × 1,050 dots (RGB input)
VPL-FX40/FX41: 750 horizontal 
TV lines (Video input)
1,024 × 768 dots (RGB input)
Acceptable computer signals
1)
fH: 19 to 92 kHz 
fV: 48 to 92 Hz
(Maximum input signal resolution: 
UXGA 1600 × 1200
fV: 60 Hz)
1)Set the resolution and the frequency of the 
signal of the connected computer within the 
range of acceptable preset signals of the 
projector.
Applicable video signals
15 k RGB 50/60 Hz, Progressive 
component 50/60 Hz, DTV 
(480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 
575/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 
1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/60p, 
1080/50p), Composite video, Y/
C video
Speaker Stereo speaker system, 40 × 70 
mm (1 
5/8 × 2 7/8 inches)
Speaker output
1.8 W × 2
Input/Output
VIDEO IN VIDEO: phono type
Composite video: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative (75 ohms 
terminated)
S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin 
type
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative (75 ohms 
terminated)
C (chrominance): burst 
0.286 Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC) 
(75 ohms terminated), 
burst 0.3 Vp-p ±2 dB (PAL) 
(75 ohms terminated)
AUDIO: phono type × 2
rated input 500 mVrms, input  
						

							49Specifications
Others
impedance more than 47 
kilohms
INPUT 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 (75 ohms 
terminated)
B: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms 
terminated)
HD: Horizontal sync input: TTL 
level, high impedance, positive/
negative
VD: Vertical sync input: TTL 
level, high impedance, positive/
negative
AUDIO: Stereo minijack, rated 
input 500 mVrms, input 
impedance more than 47 
kilohms
INPUT C Analog RGB/component: 5BNC 
(female)
R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB 
(75 ohms terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms 
terminated)
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative (75 ohms 
terminated)
(Except computer signals)
B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 
ohms terminated)
HD: 
Horizontal sync input: TTL 
level, high impedance, positive/
negative
VD:
Vertical sync input: TTL level, 
high impedance, positive/
negative
AUDIO: Stereo minijack 
rated input 500 mVrms, input 
impedance more than 47 
kilohms
INPUT D Digital RGB/Y C
B (PB) CR (PR): 
HDMI
INPUT E NETWORK
RJ-45: 10BASE-T/100BASE-
TX
OUTPUT MONITOR OUT: HD D-sub 15-
pin (female)
R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms
HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open), 1 Vp-p 
(75 ohms)
AUDIO OUT (variable out): 
Stereo minijack
1 Vrms (When the volume is 
maximum and an input signal is 500 mVrms), output impedance 
5 kilohms
REMOTE RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin
CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER
Stereo minijack
General
Dimensions 532 × 145 × 352 mm (21 × 5 3/4 ×  
13 7/8 inches) (w/h/d) (without 
the projection parts)
Mass Approx. 9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz) (VPL-
FE40/FX40/FX41)
Approx. 9.0 kg (19 lb 13 oz) (VPL-
FE40L/FX40L/FX41L)
Power requirements
AC 100 to 240 V, 4.1 - 1.7 A,
50/60 Hz
Power consumption
Max. 400 W
(in standby (standard): 15 W in 
standby (low): 0.5 W)
Heat dissipation
1365 BTU
Operating temperature
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Storage humidity
10% to 90%
Supplied accessories
Remote Commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Lens cap (1) (VPL-FE40/FX40/
FX41)
Lens hole cover (1) (VPL-FE40L/
FX40L/FX41L)
AC power cord (1)
CD-ROM (Operating Instructions, 
Application Software) (1)
Quick Reference Manual (1)
Safety Regulations (1)
Security Label (1)
Design and specifications 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, 
COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT 
ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF 
PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS 
DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER 
DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR 
Note 
						

							50Specifications
AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE 
WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER 
REASON WHATSOEVER.
Optional accessories
Projector Lamp
LMP-F270 (for replacement)
Projector Suspension Support
PSS-610
Presentation Tool
RM-PJPK1
Projection Lense
   Fixed short focus lens VPLL-1008
(for rear projection (Optical 
Axis Angle: 0 degree))
F = 2.0
f = 13.1 mm
Manual focus
Projection screen size
60 to 300-inches
Projection distance
100 inches: 1590 mm
200 inches: 3250 mm
300 inches: 4910 mm
Maximum external dimensions
130 × 130 × 242 mm (W × H × 
D)
Weight
1500 g
   Short focus zoom lens VPLL-Z1014
F = 2.0 - 2.8
f = 22.8 to 31.4 mm
Powered focus/zoom
Projection screen size
40 to 600-inches
Projection distance
100 inches: 2850 to 3830 mm
200 inches: 5760 to 7710 mm
300 inches: 8670 to 11600 mm
Maximum external dimensions
102 × 102 × 192 mm (W × H × 
D)
Weight
1330 g
   Middle focus zoom lens VPLL-Z1024
F = 2.0 - 2.3
f = 37.8 to 54.3 mm
Powered focus/zoom
Projection screen size
40 to 600-inches
Projection distance
100 inches: 4840 to 6630 mm
200 inches: 9770 to 13350 mm
300 inches: 14700 to 20060 mm
Maximum external dimensions
97 × 87 × 180 mm (W × H × D)
Weight
1140 g   Long focus zoom lens VPLL-Z1032
F = 2.0 to 2.4
f = 52.6 to 84.3 mm
Powered focus/zoom
Projection screen size
40 to 600-inches
Projection distance
100 inches: 6580 to 10060 mm
200 inches: 13310 to 20240 mm
300 inches: 20040 to 30430 mm
Maximum external dimensions
97 × 87 × 177 mm (W × H × D)
Weight
1140 g
Some of the items may not be available in 
some areas. For details, please consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.
Pin assignment
INPUT A/B
RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, 
female)
REMOTE
RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin, 
female)
1R 9Power 
supply input 
for DDC
2 G 10 GND
3 B 11 GND
4 GND 12 DDC/SDA
5 GND 13 HD
6 GND (R) 14 VD
7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL
8 GND (B)
1NC 6NC
2RXDA 7RTS
3TXDA 8CTS
4DTR 9NC
5 GND