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Question posted by jemal5666 on January 25th, 2018

How To Solve Lamp Problems

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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on February 13th, 2018 10:20 AM
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The user manual includes troubleshooting information for solving problems related to the lamp. See the bottom of page 36, and page 37, for instructions for troubleshooting lamp problems. If you need to replace the lamp, instructions for doing so can be found on page 40.

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Operating Instructions - Page 1

VPL-FX35/FX30 Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. © 2010 Sony Corporation 4-186-250-12 (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.
Operating Instructions - Page 2

... a Web Browser 24 Confirming the Information regarding the Projector 25 Operating the Projector from a Computer 25 Using the e-mail report Function 25 Others Indicators 27 Messages List 28 Troubleshooting 29 Replacing the Lamp 31 Cleaning the Air Filter 33 Removing/Attaching the Projection Lens 34 Removing 34 Attaching 34 Attaching the Projection Lens...
Operating Instructions - Page 3

...by Kensington. B Overview Location and Function of Controls 3 i ON/STANDBY indicator (page 27) j LAMP/COVER indicator (page 27) k Control panel (page 5) l Connector panel (page 4) m Remote ...control detector The remote control detectors are located at the front and rear of the projector. n Adjusters (page 13) o Antitheft lock Connects to a commercially available antitheft chain or wire...
Operating Instructions - Page 6

... the optimum energy-saving value. VOLUME +/- FREEZE key*2 Pauses a projected image. ECO: Sets each projector when multiple projectors are used depending on the Connection/Power menu. The image can be enlarged up to restore the previous image. User Lamp Mode Power Saving Mode Standby Mode Standard Off Standard Sel Set Back 4 Press the...
Operating Instructions - Page 15

... key to display the menu. 2 Select the setting menu. Using a MENU 15 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. Picture Mode Dynamic Standard Presentation Sel Back Using the adjustment menu To...
Operating Instructions - Page 19

... startup of the projector. Black/Blue: Selects the background color of the projector. Note *1: Executes APA when a computer signal is input. When replacing the lamps, resets the lamp timer (page 31...the image becomes brighter, and power consumption becomes higher. Smart APA CC Display Lamp Mode Lamp Timer Reset Background Start Up Image Description The higher the setting, the higher an...
Operating Instructions - Page 21

...depending on without going to Standby mode. You can turn off automatically and the projector goes to "Auto," selects the type of input signal. Setting items Description Network... all items are entered, select "Apply" then press the ENTER key. Power Saving Mode Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is input for "IP Address...
Operating Instructions - Page 23

... frequency/vertical frequency)*1 Displays the horizontal frequency/vertical frequency of a lamp. Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of the current input signal. Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The Information Menu 23 Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the projector, such as the total usage hours of the current input...
Operating Instructions - Page 26

... this check box to arrange for POP authentication to be performed before sending e-mail. Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the timing for sending e-mail. Required Authentication: Check this check...When you set. To reset Lamp Reminder, execute "Lamp Timer Reset" on [Apply]. To reset Maintenance Reminder, check the RESET check box and then click on the projector (page 19). Outgoing Mail ...
Operating Instructions - Page 27

... shown again, consult with a new one (page 31). In such a case, replace the lamp with qualified Sony personnel. LAMP/COVER indicator Status Meaning/Remedies Flashes in red Symptoms are not attached securely. If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with qualified Sony personnel. Check the items below . Others Indicators 27...
Operating Instructions - Page 28

...problem in 1 min. Check the items below. • Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. • Check to "On." 20 locked! 28 Messages List Messages List When any key on the Remote Commander or the control panel of the projector. Please replace the Lamp... and clean the Filter. Replace the lamp with the table below...
Operating Instructions - Page 29

... right/the image is not attached securely, 31, 33 the projector cannot be displayed correctly with an input signal 17, 18 the projector cannot interpret correctly. The images become trapezoidal because of image does not appear. The settings for "Brightness," "Contrast," and "Lamp Mode" affect brightness of the external monitor may not be...
Operating Instructions - Page 30

... 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 in at high altitude ("High Altitude Mode" is set to "On") • Temperature is set to that the...
Operating Instructions - Page 31

... it by loosening the three screws. Burn-out Grab Screws Others Replacing the Lamp 31 Use an LMP-F230 projector lamp (for VPL-FX30)(not supplied), LMP-F272 projector lamp (for VPL-FX35)(not supplied) for the lamp to replace the lamp (page 27). If you touch the lamp, you to cool sufficiently. • Do not allow any may be sure...
Operating Instructions - Page 32

... securely in place. Tighten the three screws. Select "Lamp Timer Reset" on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in this product contains mercury. If not, the projector cannot be regulated due to reset the lamp timer. Disposal of the next replacement time. Note Be...
Operating Instructions - Page 36

... Zoom Manual (approx.1.6 ×) Focus Manual Light source VPL-FX30: High-pressure mercury lamp, 230 W type VPL-FX35: High-pressure mercury lamp, 275 W type Screen size 40" to 600" (1.02 m to 15.24 m) Light output VPL-FX30: 4200 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") VPL-FX35: 5000 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") Displayable scanning frequency...
Operating Instructions - Page 37

... to 120 V AC 220 V to 240 V AC 100 V to 120 V AC 220 V to 240 V Description VPL-FX30/FX35 S video input connector: Mini DIN 4-pin, Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohmes ...+140 °F)/ 10% to 90% VPL-FX30: 100 V to 240 V AC, 3.3 A to 1.3 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-FX35: 100 V to 240 V AC, 3.8 A to 1.6 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-FX30: 330 W / VPL-FX35: 380 W VPL-FX30: 310 W / VPL-FX35: 360 W 11 W (when...
Operating Instructions - Page 38

... 25/32") (W/H/D) (including the lens cap for packaging) 390 × 134 × 463 mm (15 11/32" × 5 9/32" × 18 7/32") (W/H/D) (without notice. VPL-FX30: Projector Lamp LMP-F230 (for replacement) VPL-FX35: Projection Lam LMP-F272 (for replacement) Projector Suspension Support PSS-610 Projection Lens VPLL-Z1024*4 *5: Manual focus/ zoom (when attaching to this...
Operating Instructions - Page 47

... 22 Information menu 23 Input 4 Input-A Signal Sel 21 Installation menu 22 IP Address 21 IP Address Setup 21 IR Receiver 20 L Lamp Mode 19 Lamp Timer 23 Lamp Timer Reset 19 LAMP/COVER indicator 3, 27 LAN connector 4, 24 Language 20 Lens shift dial 3 Location and function of controls 3 M Main unit 3 Messages list 28...
Operating Instructions - Page 48

... an image 12 Projection distance and lens shift range 42 R Rear panel 3 Remote commander 5 Remote control detector 3 Removing/attaching the projection lens 34 Replacing the lamp 31 Reset 16 RS-232C connector 4 S Screen menu 17 Secondary DNS 21 Security Lock 20 Selecting an input signal 5 Serial No 23 Sharpness 16 Shift...

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