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... the Projector 34 Operating the Projector from a Computer 35 Using the e-mail report Function 35 Others Indicators 37 Messages List 38 Troubleshooting 39 Replacing the Lamp 41 Cleaning the Air Filter 43 Removing/Attaching the Projection Lens 44 Removing/Attaching the Standard Lens 44 Attach/Remove VPLL-2007/Z 2009 44 Attaching...
... the Projector 34 Operating the Projector from a Computer 35 Using the e-mail report Function 35 Others Indicators 37 Messages List 38 Troubleshooting 39 Replacing the Lamp 41 Cleaning the Air Filter 43 Removing/Attaching the Projection Lens 44 Removing/Attaching the Standard Lens 44 Attach/Remove VPLL-2007/Z 2009 44 Attaching...
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i ON/STANDBY indicator (page 37) j LAMP/COVER indicator (page 37) k Control panel (page 5) l Terminals (page 4) m Remote control receiver The remote control receivers are located at the front and rear of Controls 3 n ...
i ON/STANDBY indicator (page 37) j LAMP/COVER indicator (page 37) k Control panel (page 5) l Terminals (page 4) m Remote control receiver The remote control receivers are located at the front and rear of Controls 3 n ...
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...various functions during projecting D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- The image can select the image to project to the main picture. TWIN (Twin Picture) key (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only) You can be reflected as a main picture and subpicture at the same time. The subpicture is not available. • When ...is set to "4:3," the two picture function is preset to display the ECO Mode menu. f Setting the energy-saving mode easily ECO MODE key "Lamp Mode," "Power Saving Mode," and "Standby Mode" for energy-saving can project the images from the audio output terminal of the image while projecting...
...various functions during projecting D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- The image can select the image to project to the main picture. TWIN (Twin Picture) key (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only) You can be reflected as a main picture and subpicture at the same time. The subpicture is not available. • When ...is set to "4:3," the two picture function is preset to display the ECO Mode menu. f Setting the energy-saving mode easily ECO MODE key "Lamp Mode," "Power Saving Mode," and "Standby Mode" for energy-saving can project the images from the audio output terminal of the image while projecting...
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... 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key to install batteries in the Remote Commander, as a wired one. For details on ECO Mode settings, see "Lamp Mode" (page 26) on the Function menu and "Standby Mode" (page 28) and "Power Saving Mode" (page 28) on the projector, the projector ... power is any obstruction between the Remote Commander and the remote control receiver on the Connection/Power menu. Location and Function of the Remote Commander. Lamp Mode: Standard Power Saving Mode: Standby Standby Mode: Low (go to step 6) User: Sets each item of the Remote Commander. The setting items...
... 2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key to install batteries in the Remote Commander, as a wired one. For details on ECO Mode settings, see "Lamp Mode" (page 26) on the Function menu and "Standby Mode" (page 28) and "Power Saving Mode" (page 28) on the projector, the projector ... power is any obstruction between the Remote Commander and the remote control receiver on the Connection/Power menu. Location and Function of the Remote Commander. Lamp Mode: Standard Power Saving Mode: Standby Standby Mode: Low (go to step 6) User: Sets each item of the Remote Commander. The setting items...
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... unplugging the AC power cord. It may cause a malfunction. You may unplug the AC power cord before the fan stops may cause a malfunction of the lamp (does not light, etc.). 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Unplugging the AC power cord before the fan stops. Note To move... the projector just after the lamp lights. To turn off the projector soon after turning it again according to the message. Note Do not turn off , be sure to reduce internal...
... unplugging the AC power cord. It may cause a malfunction. You may unplug the AC power cord before the fan stops may cause a malfunction of the lamp (does not light, etc.). 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Unplugging the AC power cord before the fan stops. Note To move... the projector just after the lamp lights. To turn off the projector soon after turning it again according to the message. Note Do not turn off , be sure to reduce internal...
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... ENTER key to select the setting menu then press b or ENTER key. Selecting items Function Audio Output Volume Smart APA OSntandard CC Display Off Lamp Mode Standard Lamp Timer Reset Background Blue Start Up Image On 3 Select the setting item. Sharpness Expert Setting Standard 80 50 50 50 Middle 50 Sel Set...
... ENTER key to select the setting menu then press b or ENTER key. Selecting items Function Audio Output Volume Smart APA OSntandard CC Display Off Lamp Mode Standard Lamp Timer Reset Background Blue Start Up Image On 3 Select the setting item. Sharpness Expert Setting Standard 80 50 50 50 Middle 50 Sel Set...
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...of the projector. When set to "Image," the Start Up Image is displayed on the screen upon startup of the projector. Smart APA CC Display Lamp Mode Lamp Timer Reset Background*2 Start Up Image Description The higher the setting, the higher an audio level output from the audio output terminal. Off: Closed... Menu The Function menu is used for when there is no input signal, the background will be black if you set this item to "Image" (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30). 26 The Function Menu When set to "High," the image becomes brighter, and power consumption becomes higher. The lower the setting, ...
...of the projector. When set to "Image," the Start Up Image is displayed on the screen upon startup of the projector. Smart APA CC Display Lamp Mode Lamp Timer Reset Background*2 Start Up Image Description The higher the setting, the higher an audio level output from the audio output terminal. Off: Closed... Menu The Function menu is used for when there is no input signal, the background will be black if you set this item to "Image" (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30). 26 The Function Menu When set to "High," the image becomes brighter, and power consumption becomes higher. The lower the setting, ...
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... Mask/ Default Gateway/Primary DNS/Secondary DNS When "Manual" is selected for about 10 minutes. The entered settings will be registered. In Lamp Cutoff, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in standby mode. 28 The Connection/Power Menu Setting items Description Network Setting IP Address Setup Auto (DHCP...NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N: When set to "Low," lowers power consumption in Standby mode. Power Saving Mode Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is input for the connections and power. You can turn off ...
... Mask/ Default Gateway/Primary DNS/Secondary DNS When "Manual" is selected for about 10 minutes. The entered settings will be registered. In Lamp Cutoff, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in standby mode. 28 The Connection/Power Menu Setting items Description Network Setting IP Address Setup Auto (DHCP...NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N: When set to "Low," lowers power consumption in Standby mode. Power Saving Mode Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is input for the connections and power. You can turn off ...
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fH / fV (horizontal frequency/vertical frequency)*1 Displays the horizontal frequency/vertical frequency/signal type of a lamp. Items Description Model Name Displays the model name. Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of the current input signal. Displays the serial number. Serial No. Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the projector, such as the total usage hours of a lamp. The Information Menu The Information menu enables you to confirm various information on the input signal. 32 The Information Menu
fH / fV (horizontal frequency/vertical frequency)*1 Displays the horizontal frequency/vertical frequency/signal type of a lamp. Items Description Model Name Displays the model name. Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of the current input signal. Displays the serial number. Serial No. Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the projector, such as the total usage hours of a lamp. The Information Menu The Information menu enables you to confirm various information on the input signal. 32 The Information Menu
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... those of the e-mail report to be applied unless you click on [Apply]. 1 Click on the supplied Remote Commander. Mail Address: Enter the e-mail address. Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the timing for maintenance. To reset Lamp Reminder, execute "Lamp Timer Reset" on the Control page. Maintenance Reminder: Set the timing for...
... those of the e-mail report to be applied unless you click on [Apply]. 1 Click on the supplied Remote Commander. Mail Address: Enter the e-mail address. Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the timing for maintenance. To reset Lamp Reminder, execute "Lamp Timer Reset" on the Control page. Maintenance Reminder: Set the timing for...
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... then turn on the projector. Address the problem in accordance with qualified Sony personnel. B Others Indicators The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of lamp is in abnormal status. Consult with the following . If the projector ...exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with qualified Sony personnel. If the symptom is shown again, consult with the...
... then turn on the projector. Address the problem in accordance with qualified Sony personnel. B Others Indicators The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of lamp is in abnormal status. Consult with the following . If the projector ...exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with qualified Sony personnel. If the symptom is shown again, consult with the...
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... of the connected equipment to "On." Invalid key pressed. Please replace the Lamp Replace the lamp with the table below. At an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, if you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer. Check the items below. • Check to see if nothing is...is blocking the ventilation holes. • Check to the input signal. message appears whenever you turn on the power until you are locked! Lamp off in accordance with a new one for signals supported by external control. Please check Input-A Signal Sel. Projector temperature is correctly selected....
... of the connected equipment to "On." Invalid key pressed. Please replace the Lamp Replace the lamp with the table below. At an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, if you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer. Check the items below. • Check to see if nothing is...is blocking the ventilation holes. • Check to the input signal. message appears whenever you turn on the power until you are locked! Lamp off in accordance with a new one for signals supported by external control. Please check Input-A Signal Sel. Projector temperature is correctly selected....
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...image is set your computer's display and an external monitor, the picture of the image. When the "Panel Key Lock" is 17 automatically projected. (VPL-FH36/FH31 only) On-screen display does The on . Check if the computer signal is not clear. In such a case, set . 15, 30 ...Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to only an external monitor. Warping is set "Aspect" manually. Check 32 "Lamp Timer," and replace the lamp with an input signal 22, 24 the projector cannot interpret correctly. The images become trapezoidal because of the display is not right/...
...image is set your computer's display and an external monitor, the picture of the image. When the "Panel Key Lock" is 17 automatically projected. (VPL-FH36/FH31 only) On-screen display does The on . Check if the computer signal is not clear. In such a case, set . 15, 30 ...Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to only an external monitor. Warping is set "Aspect" manually. Check 32 "Lamp Timer," and replace the lamp with an input signal 22, 24 the projector cannot interpret correctly. The images become trapezoidal because of the display is not right/...
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...connected external audio - Symptom The image is noisy. Audio is not output if audio muting is in "Screen Fitting." 15, 30 Note * VPL-FH36/FH31 only 40 Troubleshooting Check if the output setting of 3 the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger. Check the setting for output the... audio signal from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the lamp in the following cases. • When "Lamp Mode" is set to "High." • The projector is activated. 6 Check if the "Audio Output Vol." No sound. ...
...connected external audio - Symptom The image is noisy. Audio is not output if audio muting is in "Screen Fitting." 15, 30 Note * VPL-FH36/FH31 only 40 Troubleshooting Check if the output setting of 3 the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger. Check the setting for output the... audio signal from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the lamp in the following cases. • When "Lamp Mode" is set to "High." • The projector is activated. 6 Check if the "Audio Output Vol." No sound. ...
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... LMP-F230 projector lamp (for VPL-FX30)(not supplied), LMP-F272 projector lamp (for PVL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35)(not supplied), LMP-F331 projector lamp (for VPL-FH36/ FH35/VPL-FX37)(not supplied) for the lamp to cool sufficiently. • Do not allow any metallic or inflammable objects into the slot. • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Burn...
... LMP-F230 projector lamp (for VPL-FX30)(not supplied), LMP-F272 projector lamp (for PVL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35)(not supplied), LMP-F331 projector lamp (for VPL-FH36/ FH35/VPL-FX37)(not supplied) for the lamp to cool sufficiently. • Do not allow any metallic or inflammable objects into the slot. • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Burn...
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... "Yes" to environmental considerations. Tighten the three screws. Note Be sure to a wall outlet and turn on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of the next replacement time. Disposal of these materials may be turned on the Function menu then press the ENTER key. Disposal... of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in place. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Telecommunications Industry Association (www.eiae...
... "Yes" to environmental considerations. Tighten the three screws. Note Be sure to a wall outlet and turn on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of the next replacement time. Disposal of these materials may be turned on the Function menu then press the ENTER key. Disposal... of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in place. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Telecommunications Industry Association (www.eiae...
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.../FX30: 2,359,296 (1024 × 768 × 3) pixels Projection lens Zoom Manual (approx.1.6 ×) Focus Manual Light source VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-FX37: High-pressure mercury lamp, 330 W type VPL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35: High-pressure mercury lamp, 275 W type VPL-FX30: High-pressure mercury lamp, 230 W type Screen size 40" to 600" (1.02 m to 15.24 m) Light output...
.../FX30: 2,359,296 (1024 × 768 × 3) pixels Projection lens Zoom Manual (approx.1.6 ×) Focus Manual Light source VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-FX37: High-pressure mercury lamp, 330 W type VPL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35: High-pressure mercury lamp, 275 W type VPL-FX30: High-pressure mercury lamp, 230 W type Screen size 40" to 600" (1.02 m to 15.24 m) Light output...
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... the projector, the PK-F30LA1 projection lens adapter is required. Item Model name Optional accessories*3 *4 Description VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30 VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-FX37: Projector Lamp LMPF331 (for replacement) VPL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35: Projection Lam LMPF272 (for replacement) VPL-FX30: Projector Lamp LMP-F230 (for VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only *3: Not all countries and area.
... the projector, the PK-F30LA1 projection lens adapter is required. Item Model name Optional accessories*3 *4 Description VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30 VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-FX37: Projector Lamp LMPF331 (for replacement) VPL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35: Projection Lam LMPF272 (for replacement) VPL-FX30: Projector Lamp LMP-F230 (for VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only *3: Not all countries and area.
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... Display 26 Cleaning the air filter 43 Color 20 Color Matching 29, 31 Color system 28, 50 Color Temp 20 Combinations of input signals (VPL-FH36/ FH35/FH31/FH30 only 58 Connecting a computer 8 Connecting a video equipment 9 Connecting an external monitor and audio equipment 11 Connection/Power menu...-A Signal Sel 28 Installation menu 29 IP Address 28 IP Address Setup 28 IR Receiver 27 K Keystone adjustment 14 L Lamp Mode 26 Lamp Timer 32 Lamp Timer Reset 26 LAMP/COVER indicator 3, 37 LAN terminal 4, 33 Language 27 Lens shift dial 3 Lens shift range 60, 62 Location and ...
... Display 26 Cleaning the air filter 43 Color 20 Color Matching 29, 31 Color system 28, 50 Color Temp 20 Combinations of input signals (VPL-FH36/ FH35/FH31/FH30 only 58 Connecting a computer 8 Connecting a video equipment 9 Connecting an external monitor and audio equipment 11 Connection/Power menu...-A Signal Sel 28 Installation menu 29 IP Address 28 IP Address Setup 28 IR Receiver 27 K Keystone adjustment 14 L Lamp Mode 26 Lamp Timer 32 Lamp Timer Reset 26 LAMP/COVER indicator 3, 37 LAN terminal 4, 33 Language 27 Lens shift dial 3 Lens shift range 60, 62 Location and ...
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... and lens shift range .. 59 Projection distance formula 60, 61 R Rear panel 3 Remote commander 5 Remote control receiver 3 Removing/attaching the projection lens .. 44 Replacing the lamp 41 Reset 20 RS-232C terminal 4 S Screen Aspect 29, 30 Screen menu 22 Secondary DNS 28 Security Lock 27 Selecting an input signal 5 Serial No...
... and lens shift range .. 59 Projection distance formula 60, 61 R Rear panel 3 Remote commander 5 Remote control receiver 3 Removing/attaching the projection lens .. 44 Replacing the lamp 41 Reset 20 RS-232C terminal 4 S Screen Aspect 29, 30 Screen menu 22 Secondary DNS 28 Security Lock 27 Selecting an input signal 5 Serial No...