4-426-908-12 (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.
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer.
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B Overview
Location and Function of Controls
Main Unit
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g Ventilation holes (intake)
h Ventilation holes (exhaust)
Caution
m Remote control detector
The remote control detectors are located
at the front and rear of the projector.
o Antitheft lock
Connects to an optional antitheft cable
manufactured by Kensington.
For details, visit Kensington’s web site.
p Antitheft bar
Connects to a commercially available
antitheft chain or wire.
Do not place anything near the ventilation
holes as this may cause internal heat
buildup. Do not place your hand near the
ventilation holes and the circumference as
this may cause injury.
i ON/STANDBY indicator
j LAMP/COVER indicator
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Connector Panel
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Output (page 11)
a INPUT A
g OUTPUT
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector
(RGB HD VD/YPBPR)
Video: Monitor output connector
(MONITOR)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
Audio: Audio output connector
(AUDIO)
b INPUT B
Note
Video: RGB input connector (RGB)
This connector outputs the projected image or
audio. The image is output as a computer signal
input from the RGB input connector (INPUT
A, INPUT B) or a video signal input from the
YPBPR input connector (INPUT A).
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
c INPUT C
Video: DVI-D input connector (DVI-D)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
d INPUT D (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/
FH30 only)
Others
h RS-232C connector
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
RS-232C compatible control connector
e S VIDEO (S VIDEO IN)
Video: S video input connector
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO
L [MONO]/R)
j CONTROL S input connector
(DC power supply) (CONTROL S
IN PLUG IN POWER)
f VIDEO (VIDEO IN)
Video: Video input connector
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO
L [MONO]/R)
Connects to the CONTROL S output
connector on the supplied Remote
Commander with a connecting cable
(stereo mini plug (not supplied)) when
using it as a wired Remote Commander.
You do not need to install batteries in the
Remote Commander, as the power is
supplied from this connector.
Notes
• The audio input connectors of the projector
are for output to external equipment.
Connect external audio equipment to
• The audio inputs of INPUT B and INPUT C
are shared. The audio inputs of S VIDEO
and VIDEO also are shared.
k AC IN (∼) socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
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Remote Commander and Control Panel
Remote Commander
b Selecting an input signal
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1
2
INPUT key (main unit)
Direct input select keys (Remote
Commander)
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30: The E
and F keys are not used with this
projector.
STANDBY
ON
INPUT
B
A
D
C
F
E
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30: The D, E, and
F keys are not used with this projector.
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
ECO
MENU
6
3
MODE
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
MENU key
ENTER
ZOOM
RETURN
FOCUS
RESET
SHIFT
RETURN key
RESET key
4
5
KEY-
ASPECT
PATTERN
STONE
D ZOOM MUTING VOLUME
PIC
+
+
FOCUS key
–
–
AUDIO
TWIN
APA
FREEZE
This function is not provided in this
projector.
ID MODE
1
2
3
ZOOM key
This function is not provided in this
projector.
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SHIFT key
This function is not provided in this
projector.
Changes the aspect ratio of the projected
image.
Control Panel
KEYSTONE key (page 14)
PATTERN key (page 13)
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3
2
1
*
APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
ECO
MODE
ENTER
MENU
INPUT
Automatically adjusts a picture to its
clearest while a signal is input from a
computer. You can cancel the adjustment
by pressing the APA key again while
adjusting.
a Turning on the power/Going to
standby
? (On) key
1 (Standby) key
Note
* Use this key when inputing a computer
signal via the RGB input connector
(INPUT A, INPUT B).
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e Using various functions during
Notes
projecting
• When displaying a two pictures, the ?
(On) key, 1 (standby) key, INPUT key,
and MUTING (PIC) key are available.
to “4:3,” the two picture function is not
available.
*1
D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key
Enlarges a portion of the image while
projecting.
1 Press the D ZOOM + key to display
the digital zoom icon on the projected
image.
2 Press the V/v/B/b keys to move the
digital zoom icon to the point on the
image you wish to enlarge.
3 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D
ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the
enlargement ratio. The image can be
enlarged up to 4 times.
• When displaying a two pictures, the
input signal icon
does not appear in
• Picture settings set for one pictures may
not be reflected as two pictures.
MUTING key
PIC: Cuts off the image. Press again to
restore the image.
AUDIO: Mutes the audio output. Press
Press the RESET key to restore the
previous image.
again to restore the previous volume.
VOLUME +/– key
TWIN (Twin Picture) key
For adjusting the volume output from
the audio output connector of the
projector.
(VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only)
You can project the images from two
input signals on the screen as a main
picture and subpicture at the same time.
To switch between one and two pictures,
press the TWIN key on the Remote
Commander.
*2
FREEZE key
Pauses a projected image. Press again to
restore the image.
Notes
*1: Use this key when inputting a
computer signal. But it may not be
enabled, depending on the resolution
of the input signal and when
displaying a two pictures (VPL-FH36/
FH35/FH31/FH30 only).
One picture display
*2: Use this key when inputting a
computer signal.
TWIN key
f Setting the energy–saving mode
easily
Two pictures display
ECO MODE key
“Lamp Mode,” “Power Saving Mode,”
and “Standby Mode” for energy-saving
can be set easily.
(A) Main picture (B) Subpicture
1 Press the ECO MODE key to display
the ECO Mode menu.
ECO Mode Menu
You can select the image to project to the
main picture.
The subpicture is preset to display the
image from INPUT B.
For details on combinations of input
signals, see “Combinations of Input
Signals” on page 52.
ECO Mode
ECO
User
Sel
Back
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2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key
to select ECO or User mode.
ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum
energy-saving value.
You do not need to install batteries in the
Remote Commander, as the power is
supplied from the projector.
About Remote Commander operation
Lamp Mode: Standard
• Direct the Remote Commander toward the
remote control detector.
Power Saving Mode: Standby
Standby Mode: Low
• The shorter the distance between the
Remote Commander and the projector is,
the wider the angle within which the
Remote Commander can control the
projector becomes.
• If there is any obstruction between the
Remote Commander and the remote
control detector on the projector, the
projector may not be able to receive
signals from the Remote Commander.
(go to step 6)
User: Sets each item of the energy-
saving mode menu as you desire
(go to step 3).
3 Select “User” then press the b key.
The setting items appear.
User
Lamp Mode
Power Saving Mode Off
Standby Mode Standard
Standard
Set
Sel
Back
4 Press the V/v key to select the ECO
Mode item then press the b key or the
ENTER key.
5 Press the V/v key to select the setting
value.
6 Press the RETURN key to restore the
previous image.
For details on ECO Mode settings, see
“Lamp Mode” (page 26) on the Function
menu and “Standby Mode” (page 28)
the Connection/Power menu.
Others
g Infrared transmitter
Sets an ID mode of the Remote
Commander. If you assign a different ID
number to each projector when multiple
projectors are used, you can control only
the projector with the same ID mode as
that of the Remote Commander.
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.
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B Preparation
Connecting the Projector
Notes
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
• 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.
• For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.
• Use a no-resistance audio cable.
Connecting a Computer
Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.
INPUT A
For connection when there is some distance between a computer and the projector.
Mini D-sub 15-pin
– BNC cable
(not supplied)
RGB output
connector
Computer
Audio cable
(Stereo mini plug)
(not supplied)
Audio output
connector
INPUT B
For connecting a computer with an RGB output connector.
Mini D-sub 15-pin
RGB output
cable
connector
(not supplied)
Audio output
connector
Computer
Audio cable
(Stereo mini plug)
(not supplied)
Note
It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1920 × 1200 pixels (VPL-FH36/
FH35/FH31/FH30) or 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30) for the external monitor.
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INPUT C
For connecting a computer with a DVI-D output connector.
DVI-D output
DVI-D cable
connector
(not supplied)
Audio output
connector
Audio cable
(Stereo mini plug)
Computer
(not supplied)
INPUT D (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only)
For connecting a computer with a HDMI output connector.
HDMI output
connector
HDMI cable
INPUT D HDMI
(not supplied)
Computer
Notes
• The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
• Be sure to use the HDMI cable with an HDMI logo.
Connecting a Video Equipment
Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input
signal.
S VIDEO IN
For connecting video equipment with an S-video output connector.
S video cable
(not supplied)
S video output
connector
Audio output
connector
Video equipment
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied)
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VIDEO IN
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
Video output
Video cable
connector
(not supplied)
Audio output
connector
Video equipment
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied)
INPUT A
For connection when there is some long distance between the video equipment and projector.
Component – BNC
cable (not supplied)
YPBPR output
connector
Audio output
connector
Video equipment
Audio cable (Phono plug
× 2 – stereo mini plug)
(not supplied)
INPUT D (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only)
For connecting video equipment with a HDMI output connector.
HDMI output
connector
INPUT D HDMI
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
Video equipment
Notes
• The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
• Be sure to use the HDMI cable with an HDMI logo.
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To attach the HDMI cable
Fix the cable to the cable tie holder at the bottom of the projector, using a commercially
available cable tie, as in the illustration.
Use a cable tie of less than 1.9 mm × 3.8 mm in thickness.
Cable tie holder
Bottom of the projector
Cable tie
(commercially
available)
Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment
OUTPUT
Projected images and input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor and
audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier.
Display equipment
Mini D-sub 15-
RGB input
pin cable
connector
(not supplied)
Audio input
connector
Audio cable
(stereo mini plug)
(not supplied)
Audio equipment
Note
This connector outputs the projected image or audio. The image is output as a computer signal input
from the RGB input connector (INPUT A, INPUT B) or a video signal input from the YPBPR input
connector (INPUT A).
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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
Input select window
5
Input
Video
S-Videoo
Input-A
4
Input-B
Input-C
Input-D
Sel
Skip
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Computer
2
3
5
Video equipment
INPUT
Projector
1
Wall outlet
You can select the input source using
Direct input select keys on the Remote
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall
outlet.
2 Connect all equipment to the projector
6 Switch your computer to output to
external display by changing your
computer’s setting.
3 Turn on the projector.
How to switch the computer to output to
the projector varies, depending on the
type of computer.
Press the ?/1 key on the main unit or the
? key on the Remote Commander.
4 Turn on the connected equipment.
(Example)
+
5 Select the input source.
Press the INPUT key on the projector to
display the input select window. Press
the INPUT key repeatedly or the V/v
key to select an image to be projected.
7 Adjust the focus, size, and position of
The signal icon
appears on the right
side in the input select window when a
signal is input.
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Adjusting the Focus, Size, and Position of the Projected image
Focus
Size (Zoom)
Position (Lens shift)
Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable)
When the projector is installed on an uneven
surface and the projected position is low, you
can adjust using the front feet (adjustable).
To correct any trapezoidal distortion of the
projected image, use the Keystone
Notes
• Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers.
• Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) extended.
• Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.
Displaying a pattern for adjusting an image
You can display a pattern for adjusting the projected image with the PATTERN key on the
Remote Commander. Press the PATTERN key again to restore the previous image.
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Correcting for trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone
adjustment)
If the screen is tilted, or you are projecting from an oblique angle, perform keystone adjustment.
1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander once or select “V
Keystone” in the Installation menu to
display the adjustment menu.
Increase setting
2 Adjust the value using V/v/B/b.
The higher the setting, the narrower the
top of the projected image. The lower
the setting, the narrower the bottom of
the projected image.
Decrease setting
If the projected image is trapezoidally-distorted in the lateral plane (VPL-FH36/
FH31 only)
1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander twice, or select
“H Keystone” in the Installation menu
to display the adjustment menu.
2 Adjust the value using V/v/B/b.
The higher the setting, the narrower the
right side of the projected image. The
lower the setting, the narrower the left
side of the projected image.
Decrease setting
Increase the setting
Notes
• Since the Keystone feature is electronic, image deterioration may occur.
• Depending on the position adjusted with the lens shift feature, using the Keystone feature may
change the aspect ratio of the original image, or the projected image may be distorted.
• If keystone correction is performed using the KEYSTONE key, the Warp correction feature (if
enabled) will be canceled.
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Example of cursor display:
Correcting image twist (Warp
correction feature) (VPL-FH36/
FH31 only)
You can correct image twist with the warp
correction feature.
Adjust in all directions
1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander three times, or
select “Warping” in the Installation
menu, then select “Adjust.”
Leftward, rightward or
downward adjustment only
Correcting deflection 1 – left/right
sides of the image
The guide is displayed.
1 Move s using V/v/B/b to select the
side you want to correct.
Selecting the corner(s) of the image
to be corrected
1 Move s using V/v/B/b to select the
corner you want to correct.
2 Press the ENTER key.
The cursor appears.
2 Press the ENTER key.
The cursor appears.
Adjust using this cursor
Adjust using this cursor
3 You can adjust the deflection of the
side, using V/v/B/b.
3 Adjust the position of the corner you
You can adjust the center point of
deflection using V/v. For the range of
deflection, use B/b. You can adjust the
left/right side independently.
want to correct, using V/v/B/b.
The cursor will disappear when the
deflection range limit is reached.
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Adjust using this cursor
3 You can adjust the deflection of the
side, using V/v/B/b.
You can adjust the center point of
deflection using B/b. For the range of
deflection, use V/v. You can adjust the
top/bottom independently.
The cursor will disappear if the
deflection range limit is reached.
Example of cursor display:
Adjust in all directions
Upward, downward, or
rightward adjustment only
Correcting deflection 2 – top/bottom
sides of the image
1 Move s using V/v/B/b to select the
side you want to correct.
The cursor will disappear if the
deflection range limit is reached.
Example of cursor display:
Adjust in all directions
2 Press the ENTER key.
Leftward, rightward or
downward adjustment only
The cursor appears.
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Setting the blending function to
project from multiple projectors
(VPL-FH36/FH31 only)
1 Install the projectors.
Blend Gamma
correction
Input a pattern, etc., to adjust the
projected positions from multiple
projectors.
Set a different ID mode for each
2 Enable the Edge Blending function.
Display the main menu to set “Edge
Blending” to “On” in the Installation
menu.
Notes
• The procedure shown above is for general
guidance. Your own installation may vary
according to the situation.
• In the case of multiple projectors, use the
for differences in color and brightness.
Note that more detailed adjustment for Edge
Blending is possible using a PC application.
For more details, consult with qualified Sony
personnel.
3 Set the position of blending.
Choose the position (top/bottom/left/
right) for blending.
4 Assign the blending width.
Set the blending width according to the
overlapping range for the source signal.
• When multiple projectors are set up in a line,
the temperature inside the projectors may
increase due to exhaust vent proximity, and
an error indication may result.
Assign the position and width here.
In this case, space the projectors farther apart
and/or install deflection partitioning between
them.
For more details, consult with qualified Sony
personnel.
5 Adjust using “Zone Black Level Adj.”
Adjust each correction zone by “Zone
Black Level Adj.” for the most uniform
black level between each zone.
During this adjustment, a black image is
automatically projected.
6 Set “Blend Gamma.”
Select the gamma mode in which the
overlapping of images is least
noticeable.
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Turning Off the Power
1 Press the ?/1 key on the main unit or
the 1 key on the Remote Commander.
The message appears if you press the ?/
1 key on the main unit. Press it again
according to the message.
The fan continues to run for a while to
reduce internal heat.
2 Unplug the AC power cord from the
wall outlet.
You may unplug the AC power cord
before the fan stops.
Note
To move the projector just after turning it
off, be sure to wait until the fan stops
before unplugging the AC power cord.
Unplugging the AC power cord before the
fan stops may cause a malfunction.
To erase the confirmation message
The message disappears if you press any key
other than the ?/1key on the main unit or 1
key on the Remote Commander, or if you do
not press any key for a while.
To turn off the power with the key
on the main unit without a
confirmation message being
displayed
Hold the ?/1 key on the main unit pressed
for a few seconds.
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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
1 Press the MENU key to display the
value of an item to its factory preset
value, press the RESET key during
setting or adjusting.
menu.
2 Select the setting menu.
Use the V or v key to select the setting
Using a pop-up menu
menu then press b or ENTER key.
Press the V/v/B/b key to select an item.
Press the ENTER key to register the
setting. The previous screen is restored.
Setting menu
Picture
Selecting items
Picture Mode
Reset
Standard
Contrast
80
Brightness
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Sharpness
Expert Setting
50
50
50
Middle
50
Function
Audio Output Volume
Smart APA
CC Display
Lamp Mode
Lamp Timer Reset
Background
On
Off
Standard
Blue
On
Start Up Image
Sel
Set
Back
Sel
Set
Back
3 Select the setting item.
Use the V or v key to select the setting
menu then press b or ENTER key.
To return to the selection screen of the
setting menu, press the B key or the
RETURN key.
Using the setting menu
Press the V or v key to select the item.
Press the ENTER key to register the
setting. The previous screen is restored.
Picture Mode
Setting items
Dynamic
Standard
Presentation
Picture
Sel
Back
Picture Mode
Reset
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Sharpness
Expert Setting
Standard
Using the adjustment menu
To increase the number, press the V or b
key and to decrease the number, press
the v or B key. Press the ENTER key to
register the setting. The previous screen
is restored.
80
50
50
50
Middle
50
Sel
Set
Back
Contrast
Min
Max
4 Make the setting or adjustment for the
80
selected item.
Adjust
Back
Menu operation differs depending on the
setting item. If the next menu window is
displayed, select the item according to
the operations in step 3 and then press
the ENTER key to register the setting.
5 Press the MENU key to clear the
menu.
The menu disappears automatically if no
key is pressed for a while.
To return to the selection screen of the
setting items, press the B key or the
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The Picture Menu
For adjusting the picture for each input signal.
Setting items
Description
Picture Mode
Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a “dynamic” picture.
Standard: Makes the picture be natural and well balanced.
*1
Presentation : Makes the picture bright to suit for a presentation.
Reset
The picture settings are initialized to their factory preset values.
However, “Picture Mode” and “Custom1,” “Custom2,” and “Custom3” of
“Color Temp.” do not return to the factory preset values.
Contrast
The higher the setting, the greater the contrast. The lower the setting, the lower
the contrast.
Brightness
The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker
the picture.
*2 *4
Color
The higher the setting, the greater the intensity. The lower the setting, the lower
the intensity.
*2 *4 *5
Hue
The higher the setting, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the
setting, the more reddish the picture becomes.
*3
Color Temp.
High/Middle/Low: The higher the temperature, the more bluish the picture.
The lower the temperature, the more reddish the picture.
Custom1/ Custom2/ Custom3: An adjusted color temperature setting can be
stored for each item.
The factory settings are Custom1: High, Custom2: Middle, Custom3: Low.
*6
Sharpness
The higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting, the softer
the picture.
Expert Setting
Film
Auto: Precisely reproduces the image from a film source to suit the original
film source. Normally, select this option.
Off: Select this option if the images are rough around the edges when “Auto” is
selected.
*2 *7
Mode
Black Level High/Low/Off: Emphasizes dark portions of the projected image to suit your
Adj.
(Adjust)
taste.
*2
Gamma
Mode
Graphics1: Improves the correction of halftones to give a brighter image. This
can be useful when projecting colored images, such as photos, in a bright
location.
*1
Graphics2: Improves the reproduction of halftones. This reproduces colored
images, such as photos, in more natural tones.
Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for images that contain lots of text.
*8
DICOM GSDF Sim. : Gamma setting is in accordance with the Grayscale
Standard Display Function (GSDF) of the Digital Imaging and
Communications in Medicine (DICOM) standards.
Notes
*1: When a computer signal is input, this option is available.
*2: When a video signal is input, this option is available.
*3: When “Picture Mode” is set to the item other than “Presentation,” this option is available.
*4: When a B & W signal is input, this option is not available.
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*5: When an analog TV signal is input, this option may not available, depending on the color system.
*6: When a video signal is input, this option is available (VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30).
*7: When a progressive signal is input, this option is not available.
*8: Available when a computer signal is input from the DVI-D input connector (INPUT C) and
HDMI input connector (INPUT D). This projector is not to be used as a device for medical
diagnosis (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30).
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The Screen Menu
For adjusting the size, position, and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal.
Setting items
Description
*1
Aspect
When the
Full1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without
computer
signal is
input
changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Full2: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size.
Normal: Displays the image on the center point of the projected image
without changing the resolution of the input signal or enlarging the image.
When the
video signal aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an
is input
16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an
aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
*2
Full : Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size.
Zoom: Display the center point of the projected image to zoom.
*2 *3
V Center
Adjust the whole projected image by moving up and down on the screen.
As the selected number increases, the screen moves up, and as the selected
number decreases, the projected image moves down.
*2 *3
Vertical Size
Reduces or enlarges the image vertically.
The projected image is enlarged as the setting increases and reduced as the
setting decreases. If the subtitle of a movie, etc. cannot be seen, use this
together with “V Center.”
*3
Over Scan
On/Off: Hides the outline of the image when set to “On.” Select “On” if
noise appears along the edge of the image.
*6
Adjust Signal
Adjusts the image of a computer signal. Use this item if the edge of the
image is cut and reception is bad.
*4 *5
APA
Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality when you
press the ENTER key.
*4
Phase
Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal. Set to the
value where looks clearest.
*4
Pitch
The higher the setting, the wider the horizontal image elements (pitch). The
lower the setting, the narrower the horizontal image elements (pitch).
*6
Shift
H: The higher the setting, the farther right the image is projected on the
screen. The lower the setting, the image farther left.
V: The higher the setting, the farther up the image is projected on the screen.
The lower the setting, the image farther down.
Notes
*1: • Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture
by switching to the aspect mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or
producers, which are legally protected.
• Depending on the input signal, setting items for aspect ratio or some other setting items cannot
be set in some cases, or changing the aspect ratio setting may have no effect.
• A part of the image may be displayed in black, depending on the setting item.
*2: Available for VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only.
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*3: Available when a video signal is input from the YPBPR input connector (INPUT A), DVI-D input
connector, and HDMI input connector.
*4: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input connector (INPUT A, INPUT B).
*5: If the projected image includes large amount of black portion around it, the APA function will
not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen and also optimum
image cannot be obtained, depending on the type of input signal. In this case, adjust the “Phase,”
“Pitch,” and “Shift” items manually.
*6: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input connector (INPUT A, INPUT
B) or a video signal is input from the YPBPR input connector (INPUT A). This option is available
only when “Aspect” is set to “Zoom.”
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Aspect
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30
*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is
projected in the same resolution as the
input signal without changing the aspect
ratio of the original image.
Input signal
Recommended
setting value and
projected image
*1 *2
(4:3)
(Full1)
*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected
to fit the projected image size, regardless
of the aspect ratio of the image.
*1 *2
(16:9)
(Full1)
*1
*3: Depending on the input signal, the
projected image may be projected as
illustrated below. In this a case, select
“16:9.”
(16:10)
(4:3)
(Full1)
*3 *5
(4:3)
*4: Depending on the input signal, the image
may be projected as illustrated below. In
this a case, select “Zoom.”
*4 *5
(16:9)
(16:9)
*5: If you select “Full,” the image is projected
to fit the projected image size, regardless
of the aspect ratio of the image.
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*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is
projected in the same resolution as the
input signal without changing the aspect
ratio of the original image.
Input signal
Recommended
setting value and
projected image
*1
(4:3)
(16:9)
(16:10)
(Full1)
*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected
to fit the projected image size, regardless
of the aspect ratio of the image.
*1 *2
(Full1)
*1 *2
(Full1)
*3: Depending on the input signal, the
projected image may be projected as
illustrated below. In this a case, select
“16:9.”
*3
(4:3)
(4:3)
*4: Depending on the input signal, the image
may be projected as illustrated below. In
this a case, select “Zoom.”
*4
(16:9)
(16:9)
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The Function Menu
The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector.
Setting items
Description
Audio Output Vol.
The higher the setting, the higher an audio level output from the audio
output connector. The lower the setting, the lower the audio level.
Smart APA
CC Display
On/Off; When set to “On,” executes APA automatically when a signal is
*1
input.
CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed
caption service (Captions or Text).
Off: Closed caption does not appear.
Lamp Mode
High/Standard: When set to “High,” the image becomes brighter, and
power consumption becomes higher.
Lamp Timer Reset
*2
Background
Blue/Black/Image: Sets the background for when there is no input signal.
When set to “Image,” the Start Up Image is displayed.
Start Up Image
On/Off: When set to “On,” the Start Up Image is displayed on the screen
upon startup of the projector.
Notes
*1: Executes APA when a computer signal is input via the RGB input connector (INPUT A, INPUT
B).
*2: When using the Twin Picture display mode and there is no input signal, the background will be
black if you set this item to “Image” (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30).
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The Operation Menu
The Operation Menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the Remote
Commander.
Setting items
Language
Description
Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
*1
Menu Position
Bottom Left/Center: For selecting the position of the menu displayed on the
projected image.
Status
On: All on-screen statuses are enabled.
Off: Turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus, message when
turning off the power, and warning messages.
IR Receiver
ID Mode
Front & Rear/Front/Rear: Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver)
on the front and rear of the projector.
All/1/2/3: Assigns an ID number to the projector. When set to “All,” you can
control the projector with the Remote Commander independently of the
assigned ID Mode. Refer also to “ID MODE 1/2/3 switch” of the Remote
*2
Security Lock
On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to autherized users
by password. The setting procedures for security locking are as follows:
1 Select “On” then press the ENTER key to display the setting menu.
2 Input the password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys. (The
default password setting is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)
3 Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys.
4 Enter the password again to confirm.
Enter the password when you turn on the projector after disconnecting and
reconnecting the AC power cord.
When it is set to “Off,” you can cancel the security lock. You are required to
input the password again.
If you fail to enter the correct password after three consecutive times, the
projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to go Standby mode
then turn on the power again.
Panel Key Lock On/Off: When set to “On,” locks all the control panel keys of the projector.
However, you can enable operation by performing the following even when
“Panel Key Lock” is set to “On.”
• Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during Standby
mode.
c The projector turns on.
• Press and hold the MENU key for approximately 10 seconds during power
on.
c “Panel Key Lock” is set to “Off” and enables operation of all control panel
keys on the projector.
Notes
*1: Available for VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only
*2: 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. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your
identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.
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The Connection/Power Menu
The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power.
Setting items
Description
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” is selected for “IP Address Setup,” select the item
Mask/ Default
Gateway/Primary
DNS/Secondary
DNS
with the B or b key and input the value with V or v key. When all
items are entered, select “Apply” then press the ENTER key. The
entered settings will be registered.
Input-A Signal Sel.
Auto/Computer/Video GBR/Component: When set to “Auto,”
selects the type of video signal input automatically when “Input-A” is
*1
selected with the INPUT key.
Color System
Auto/NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N: When set
to “Auto,” selects the color system automatically when “S Video” or
*1
“Video” is selected with the INPUT key.
*2
Standby Mode
Standard/Low: 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 10 minutes. The lamp
lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. In Lamp
Standby: The power will be turned off automatically and the projector
goes to Standby mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes.
Off: The Power Saving Mode is released.
Direct Power On
On/Off: When set to “On,” you can turn the power on without going
to Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall
outlet. You can also unplug the AC power cord without going to
Standby mode when you turn off the projector.
You may unplug the AC power cord without going to Standby mode.
Notes
*1: The image may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal. In such a case,
adjust it manually to suit to the connected equipment.
*2: When “Standby Mode” is set to “Low,” the network and network control function cannot be
operated while the projector is in standby mode.
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The Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for installing the projector.
VPL-FH35/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
Setting items
Description
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: Change the cooling setting to suit to the
installation attitude. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect
component reliability.
High Altitude
Mode
On/Off: Set to “On” when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or
higher. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component
reliability.
*1
*2
Screen Aspect
16:10/16:9/4:3: For switching the display area to suit to the screen.
*3 *4
V Keystone
The higher the setting, narrower the top of the projected image. The lower
the setting, the narrower the bottom.
*2 *5
Panel Alignment
This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or the
picture.
When set to “On,” “Adjust Color” and “Pattern Color” can be assigned and
adjusted.
Adjust Item: Selects how to make adjustments from below.
Shift: Shifts the whole picture and makes adjustments.
Zone: Selects the desired range and makes adjustments.
Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color. Select
“R” (Red) or “B” (Blue) to make adjustments based on “G” (Green).
Pattern Color: Select “R/G” (Red and Green) or “R/G/B” (White, all
colors) when “Adjust Color” is “R” (Red). Select “B/G” (Blue and Green)
or “R/G/B” (White, all colors) when the “Adjust Color” is “B” (Blue).
Adjust: The shift adjustment and zone adjustment of the color selected in
“Adjust Color” can be made with V/v/B/b buttons.
Reset: The panel alignment settings are initialized to their factory preset
values.
*2 *6
Color Matching
Adjust/Reset: For correcting the brightness and color of the whole
projected image manually from the signal level in six steps.
Notes
*1: Do not use the projector at an altitude of 2,700 m or higher.
*2: Available for VPL-FH35/FH30 only
*3: Depending on the position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio of the image may
change from the original or projected image may be distorted with Keystone adjustment.
*4: Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.
*5: Depending on the adjustment value of “Panel Alignment,” the color and aspect ratio may be
changed.
*6: The brightness and color of the projected image may not match completely, even after you adjust
“Brightness” and “Color.”
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Setting items
Description
Edge Blending
On/Off: When set to “On,” the Edge Blending function is enabled. Set to
“Off” when you do not project using multiple projectors.
Blending
Range
Sets the edge blending width.
After selecting the blending position, a marker will be displayed.
Top: Adjusts the top width of the screen.
Bottom: Adjusts the bottom width of the screen.
Left: Adjusts the left width of the screen.
Right: Adjusts the right width of the screen.
Zone Black
Adjust so that the overlapped part is not noticeably bright when a dark
image is displayed.
Select the correction zone “Adjust Zone 1” through “Adjust Zone 9,” and
set the adjustment values.
*1
Level Adj.
*2
Blend
Gamma
Sets the mode of the gamma curve of the overlapped area.
Mode 1: Provides a gentle gamma correction curve.
Mode 2:
Mode 3:
Mode 4:
Mode 5: Provides a sharp gamma correction curve.
Reset
Resets the adjusted values to their default values.
*3
Screen Fitting
HV Keystone/Warping: You can choose the way to correct image twist.
*4 *5
V Keystone
This is displayed when “HV Keystone” is selected in “Screen Fitting.”
The higher the setting, the narrower the top of the projected image. The
lower the setting, the narrower the bottom of the projected image.
*4 *5
H Keystone
This is displayed when “HV Keystone” is selected in “Screen Fitting.”
The higher the setting, the narrower the right side of the projected image.
The lower the setting, the narrower the left side of the projected image.
*5
Warping
This is displayed when “Warping” is selected in “Screen Fitting.”
Adjust: Corrects image twist.
Reset: Resets the adjusted values to their default values.
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: Change the cooling setting to suit to the
installation attitude. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect
component reliability.
High Altitude
Mode
On/Off: Set to “On” when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or
higher. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component
reliability.
*6
Screen Aspect
16:10/16:9/4:3: For switching the display area to suit to the screen.
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Setting items
Description
*7
Panel Alignment
This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or the
picture.
When set to “On,” “Adjust Color” and “Pattern Color” can be assigned and
adjusted.
Adjust Item: Selects how to make adjustments from below.
Shift: Shifts the whole picture and makes adjustments.
Zone: Selects the desired range and makes adjustments.
Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color. Select
“R” (Red) or “B” (Blue) to make adjustments based on “G” (Green).
Pattern Color: Select “R/G” (Red and Green) or “R/G/B” (White, all
colors) when “Adjust Color” is “R” (Red). Select “B/G” (Blue and Green)
or “R/G/B” (White, all colors) when the “Adjust Color” is “B” (Blue).
Adjust: The shift adjustment and zone adjustment of the color selected in
“Adjust Color” can be made with V/v/B/b buttons.
Reset: The panel alignment settings are initialized to their factory preset
values.
*8
Color Matching
Adjust/Reset: For correcting the brightness and color of the whole
projected image manually from the signal level in six steps.
Notes
*1: You cannot adjust anything other than the targeted adjustment zones in “Zone Black Level Adj.”
*2: When selecting the correction zone of “Zone Black Level Adj.,” the targeted correction zone
flashes twice.
*3: When “Edge Blending” is set to “On,” “Screen Fitting” (HV Keystone/Warping) is not
displayed.
*4: Depending on the position adjusted with the lens shift feature, the aspect ratio of the image may
change from the original or projected image may be distorted with Keystone adjustment.
*5: Since the HV Keystone/Warping adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may
deteriorate.
*6: Do not use the projector at an altitude of 2,700 m or higher.
*7: Depending on the adjustment value of “Panel Alignment,” the color and aspect ratio may be
changed.
*8: The brightness and color of the projected image may not match completely, even after you adjust
“Brightness” and “Color.”
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The Information Menu
The Information menu enables you to confirm various information on the projector, such as the
total usage hours of a lamp.
Items
Description
Model Name
Serial No.
Displays the model name.
Displays the serial number.
fH / fV (horizontal
frequency/vertical
frequency)
Displays the horizontal frequency/vertical frequency/signal type of the
current input signal.
*1
Lamp Timer
Indicates the total usage time of a lamp.
Note
*1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.
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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 e-mail report for the projector.
• Making the network settings for the projector.
• Supports network monitoring and control protocol (Advertisement, PJ Talk, PJ Link, SNMP,
AMX DDDP [Dynamic Device Discovery Protocol]).
Notes
• The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you
are using.
• Supported Web browsers are Internet Explorer 6/7/8/9.
• The menu displays only English.
• If the browser of your computer is set to [Use a proxy server] when you have access to the projector
from your computer, click the check mark to set accessing without using a proxy server.
Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web
Browser
You can confirm the IP address of the
projector under “Network Setting” on
1 Connect the LAN cable.
LAN cable
(straighttype)
(not supplied)
LAN Connector
The following window appears in the
Web browser:
Hub, router, etc
2 Set the network settings for the
projector using “Network Setting” on
the Connection/Power menu
Once you make the network settings, you
can open the Control window only by
performing step 3 of this procedure.
3 Start a web browser on the computer,
enter the following in the address field,
then press the Enter key on your
computer.
(xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx: IP address for the
projector)
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How to operate the Control window
Switching the page
Confirming the Information
regarding the Projector
Click one of the Page Switching buttons to
display the desired setting page.
You can confirm the current settings for the
projector on the Information page.
Page Switching buttons
Setting the access limitation
You can limit a user for accessing any
particular page.
Information area
Administrator: Allowed access to all
pages
User: Allowed access to all pages except
the Setup page
Set under [Password] of the Setup page.
When you access the Setup page for the first
time, enter “root” for user name and enter
nothing for password.
Operating the Projector from
a Computer
You can control the projector from the
computer on the Control page.
The name of the administrator is preset to
“root.”
Entry area for [Administrator]
Entry area for [User]
Operation area
The functions of the keys shown in the
operation area are the same as those of the
keys on the supplied Remote Commander.
When you change the password, input a new
password after deleting the password
(*****) that was set.
Using the e-mail report
Function
Note
If you forget your password, consult with
qualified Sony personnel.
Set the e-mail report function on the Setup
page.
Entered values will not be applied unless
you click on [Apply].
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1 Click on [Owner information] to enter
the owner information recorded in the e-
mail report.
3 Enter the outgoing e-mail address in
the Email Address box then check the
Report Timing check box of the e-mail
report to be sent.
4 Set the mail account for sending e-
mail reports.
Mail Address: Enter the e-mail address.
Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP): Enter
the address of outgoing mail server
(SMTP).
Required Authentication: Check this
check box if authentication is required
for sending e-mail.
1
Owner information button
Requires the use of POP
Authentication before send email
(POP before SMTP): Check this
check box to arrange for POP
authentication to be performed before
sending e-mail.
Incoming Mail Server (POP3): Enter
the address of the incoming-mail
server (POP3) to be used for POP
authentication.
Account Name: Enter the mail account.
Password: Enter the password.
SMTP Authentication: Check this
check box to arrange for SMTP
authentication to be performed before
sending e-mail.
2 Set the timing of the e-mail report.
Click on [Mail Report] to open the Mail
Report page.
Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the
timing for lamp replacement. To reset
Lamp Reminder, execute “Lamp
Timer Reset” on the projector
Maintenance Reminder: Set the timing
for maintenance. To reset
Maintenance Reminder, check the
RESET check box and then click on
[Apply].
Account Name: Enter the mail account.
Password: Enter the password.
Mail Report button
5 Confirm the contents of the e-mail
2
report.
When you click on [View] is pressed, the
contents of the e-mail report are
displayed.
3
4
6 Send the test mail.
Check on the Send test mail check box
then click on [Apply] to send your test
mail to the e-mail address you set.
Notes
• The e-mail report function is not available
because the network which Outbound Port25
Blocking is used cannot be connected to the
SMTP server.
• You cannot use the following characters to
enter the characters in the text box: “ ' ”, “ “
”, “ \ ”, “ & ”, “ < ”, “ > ”
6
5
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B Others
Indicators
The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of the projector.
If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with the table
below.
ON/STANDBY indicator
Status
Meaning/Remedies
Lights in red
Flashes in green
The projector is in Standby mode.
• The projector is ready to operate after having been turned on.
• The lamp cools after the projector is turned off.
Lights in green
Lights in orange
Flashes in red
The projector’s power is on.
The projector is in Power Saving Mode (lamp cut off).
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.
• Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
• Check to see if the air filter is not clogged.
• Check if “Installation Attitude” on the Installation menu is correctly
selected.
Flashes six times Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet. After checking that the
ON/STANDBY indicator goes out, plug the power cord to a wall
outlet again then turn on the projector.
Other number of
flashes
Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
LAMP/COVER indicator
Status
Meaning/Remedies
Flashes in red
Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes. Address the problem in
accordance with the following.
Flashes twice
The rear panel or air filter unit are not attached securely.
Flashes three times The temperature of lamp is unusually high. Turn off the power and
wait for lamp to cool then turn on the power again. If the symptom is
shown again, the lamp may be burnt out. In such a case, replace the
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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.
1 min.
• Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
• Check to see if the air filter is not clogged.
• Check if “Installation Attitude” on the Installation menu is
correctly selected.
Frequency is out of
range!
Change the output setting of the connected equipment to one
for signals supported by the projector.
Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.
Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” to “Auto” or select the input signal
type to suit to the input signal.
Please replace the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one and clean the air filter. The
and clean the Filter.
message appears whenever you turn on the power until you
replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer.
Projector temperature is At an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, if you are not using the
high. High Altitude projector, check the items below.
Mode should be “On” if • Check that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
the projector is being
used at high altitude.
• Check that the air filter is not clogged.
• Check if “Installation Attitude” on the Installation menu is
correctly selected.
Not applicable!
Invalid key pressed.
The panel keys are
locked!
“Panel Key Lock” is set to “On.”
Function is locked!
The function is locked by external control.
15,
17,
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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.
on.
When the “Panel Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn on
the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.
the projector cannot be turned on.
No image.
Check if the connecting cable is connected to external
equipment properly.
Check if the computer signal is set for output to an external
monitor. If you set your computer, such as a notebook
computer, to output the signal to both your computer’s display
and an external monitor, the picture of the external monitor
may not appear properly. Set your computer to output the
signal to only an external monitor.
Check if the input source is correctly selected.
Check if the picture is muted.
During “Zone Black Level Adj.” adjustment, a black image is
automatically projected. (VPL-FH36/FH31 only)
On-screen display does The on-screen display does not appear when “Status” in the
not appear.
Operation menu is set to “Off.”
The aspect ratio of the
display is not right/the
image is displayed
the projector cannot interpret correctly. In such a case, set
“Aspect” manually.
smaller /a portion of
image does not appear.
Check if “Screen Aspect” is correctly selected.
The image is a
trapezoid.
The images become trapezoidal because of the projection
angle. In such a case, you can correct the trapezoidal
distortion, using a Keystone feature.
The image is distorted.
Warping is set.
Disable the warp correction feature. (VPL-FH36/FH31 only)
The image is dark/too
bright.
The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode”
affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is
appropriate.
The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check
“Lamp Timer,” and replace the lamp with a new one if
necessary.
The image is not clear.
Check if the projector is in focus.
–
The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated
on the lens. In such a case, let the projector sit for about two
hours with the power on.
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Remedy
Page
The image is noisy.
Check if the connecting cable is connected to external
equipment properly.
No sound.
Check that the connecting cables between the projector and
external video or audio equipment are securely connected.
–
Check if the output setting of connected external audio
equipment is set for output the audio signal from the projector.
Audio is not output if audio muting is activated.
Check if the “Audio Output Vol.” is set to minimum.
Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Check that the batteries are not exhausted.
–
–
The Remote
Commander does not
work.
the Remote Commander.
Check the setting for “IR Receiver.”
The fan is noisy.
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 very high
If the ventilation holes are blocked, the internal temperature of
the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger.
Cannot adjust the
keystone setting.*
Disable the Edge Blending setting.
Select “HV Keystone” in “Screen Fitting.”
Cannot adjust the Warp Disable the Edge Blending setting.
setting.*
Select “Warping” in “Screen Fitting.”
Note
* VPL-FH36/FH31 only
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Replacing the Lamp
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image or the LAMP/
Use an LMP-F230 projector lamp (for VPL-FX30)(not supplied), LMP-F272 projector lamp
(for VPL-FH31/FH30)(not supplied), LMP-F331 projector lamp (for VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-
FX37)(not supplied) for replacement.
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect
Caution
the AC power cord from a wall outlet.
• The lamp remains hot after the projector is
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may
burn your finger. When you replace the
lamp, wait for at least an hour after
turning off the projector for the lamp to
cool sufficiently.
2 When the lamp has cooled
sufficiently, open the rear panel by
loosening the three screws.
• Do not allow any metallic or inflammable
objects into the lamp replacement slot after
removing the lamp, otherwise it may cause
electrical shock or fire. Do not put your
hands into the slot.
Rear
• If the lamp breaks, contact qualified
Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp
yourself.
Screws
• When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it
out straight, by holding it by the specified
part. If you touch a part of the lamp other
than the specified part, you may be burned or
injured. If you pull out the lamp while the
projector is tilted, the pieces may scatter if
the lamp breaks any may cause injury.
3 Loosen the three screws on the lamp
then pull out the lamp by its grab.
Burn-out
Grab
Screws
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4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until
it is securely in place. Tighten the
three screws.
New lamp
grab
Screws
5 Close the rear panel and tighten the
three screws.
Note
Be sure to install the lamp and rear panel
securely as it was. If not, the projector
cannot be turned on.
6 Connect the AC power cord to a wall
outlet and turn on the projector.
7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of
the next replacement time.
Select “Lamp Timer Reset” on the
Function menu then press the ENTER
key. When a message appears, select
“Yes” to reset the lamp timer.
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
Telecommunications Industry
Association (www.eiae.org).
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Cleaning the Air Filter
When a message appears on the projected image indicating time for a filter cleaning, clean the
If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter even after cleaning, replace the air filter with
a new one.
For details on a new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Caution
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.
1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect
4 Clean the air filter with a vacuum
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
cleaner.
Remove the cover as illustrated below
then clean the four air filters.
The two air filters on the bottom of the
air filter unit cannot be removed from
the air filter unit.
2 Open the rear panel by loosening the
three screws on the rear panel.
Cover
Screws
Air filter
3 Pull out the air filter unit.
Air filter unit
5 Return the air filter to the air filter unit
then return it to the projector.
6 Close the rear panel and tighten the three
screws.
Note
Be sure to attach the air filter unit and rear
panel firmly; the power cannot be turned on if
it is not closed securely.
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Removing/Attaching 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.
• Avoid touching the lens surface.
Removing
Center mark
Screws
1 Loosen the two screws that secure the
front panel to remove the front panel
in the direction of the front.
Front panel
Screws
2 Replace the front panel and fasten it
with the two screws.
2 Loosen the four screws that secure the
projection lens then pull it out straight.
Attaching the Projection Lens
Adapter to the Projection
Lens
Screws
Before starting
Since you may not recognize the center
position of the projection lens after the
flange section of the lens (step 1) is removed,
place a mark on the projection lens with a
marking pen, etc.
1 Place the projection lens with the
motor section upward and place a
mark around the top screw hole on the
lens.
Note
If the lens was shifted with lens shift
adjustment, it may take some effort to
loosen the screws. In such a case, adjust to
shift the lens to the lower position and to
the horizontal center position.
Top screw
Motor section
Attaching
1 Insert the projection lens with a mark
upward all the way in until it is
securely in place then tighten the four
screws.
Flange
section
Mark
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2 Remove the six screws that secure the
flange section then slide it straight to
remove.
4 Attach Part A and Part B for the lens
adapter to the projection lens.
1 Remove the lens cap.
2 First, fit Part A to the zoom gear
section on the projection lens.
3 Fit the holes on Part B to the hooks
on Part A then hold the projection
lens between Part A and Part B for
the lens adapter.
Screws (6)
Spacer
3
2
Notes
Part A for the
• The screws that secure the flange section
are strongly tightened. When removing
the screws, be careful not to damage the
screw heads.
lens adapter
Zoom gear section
Part B for the
lens adapter
• When the flange section is removed, the
spacer section is also loosened. Be
careful that the spacer section is not
removed.
5 Secure Part A and Part B for the lens
adapter attached to the projection lens
with the two E screws supplied with
the lens adapter.
3 Insert Part C for the lens adapter all the
way until it is securely in place, align the
mark with the mark placed in step 1,
then tighten the six D screws supplied
with the lens adapter.
D screws (6)
E screws
(2)
Mark placed in step 1
Mark
Part C for the lens
adapter
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Specifications
Item
Description
Model name
Display system
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
3 LCD system
Display device
Size of effective VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30: 0.76" (19.3 mm) × 3,
display area
Aspect ratio 16:10
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30: 0.79" (20.1 mm) × 3, Aspect
ratio 4:3
Number of pixels VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30: 6,912,000 (1920 × 1200
× 3) pixels
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30: 2,359,296 (1024 × 768 × 3)
pixels
Projection lens
Light source
Zoom
Focus
Manual (approx.1.6 ×)
Manual
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
Light output
40" to 600" (1.02 m to 15.24 m)
VPL-FH36/FH35: 5200 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to
“High”)
VPL-FH31/FH30: 4300 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to
“High”)
VPL-FX37: 6000 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to
“High”)
VPL-FX35: 5000 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to
“High”)
VPL-FX30: 4200 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to
“High”)
Displayable
scanning
frequency
Horizontal: 14 kHz to 93 kHz, Vertical: 47 Hz to 93 Hz
*1
Display resolution Computer signal Maximum display resolution: 1920 × 1200 dots
input
Panel display resolution:
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30: 1920 × 1200 dots
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30: 1024 × 768 dots
Video signal
input
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 576/
50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/60p,
1080/50p, 1080/24p
*2
Colour system
NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N,
PAL60
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Item
Description
Model name
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
Computer and
video signal input/
output
INPUT A
INPUT B
RGB/YPBPR input connector: 5BNC female, G with
sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohms
terminated, RGB/PBPR: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms
terminated, Sync signal: TTL level high impedance,
positive/negative
Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack, rated input
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms
RGB input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin female,
RGB: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated, Sync signal:
TTL level high impedance, positive/negative
Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack, rated input
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms
INPUT C
INPUT D
DVI-D input connector: DVI-D 24-pin (Single link),
DVI 1.0 compliant, HDCP support
Audio Input connector: Shared with INPUT B
*2
HDMI input connector: Digital RGB/YPBPR, Digital
audio: PCM (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96
kHz)
S VIDEO IN
S video input connector: Mini DIN 4-pin, Y: 1 Vp-p
2
dB, sync negative, 75 ohmes terminated, C: (burst signal)
0.286 (NTSC)/0.3 (PAL/SECAM) Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms
terminated
Audio input connector: Phono jack × 2, rated input 500
mVrms, Input impedance more than 47 kilohms
VIDEO IN
OUTPUT
Video input connector: Phono jack, 1 Vp-p 2 dB,
sync negative, 75 ohmes terminated
Audio input connector: Shared with S VIDEO IN
MONITOR output connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin
female, G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p 2 dB, sync negative, 75
ohms terminated, RGB/PBPR: 0.7 Vp-p 2 dB, 75 ohms
terminated, Sync signal: HD, VD 4 V (open), 1 Vp-p (75
ohms), positive/negative
Audio output connector: Stereo mini jack, stereo, 1
Vrms (maximum volume, when inputting 500 mVrms),
output impedance 5 kilohms
Control signal
input/output
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
Operating
temperature/
Operating
humidity
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)/35% to 85% (no
condensation)
Storage
–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)/ 10% to 90%
temperature/
Storage humidity
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Item
Description
Model name
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
Power
requirements
VPL-FH36/FH35: 100 V to 240 V AC, 4.6 A to 1.9 A,
50/60 Hz
VPL-FH31/FH30: 100 V to 240 V AC, 4 A to 1.6 A, 50/
60 Hz
VPL-FX37: 100 V to 240 V AC, 4.5 A to 1.8 A, 50/60 Hz
VPL-FX35: 100 V to 240 V AC, 3.8 A to 1.6 A, 50/60 Hz
VPL-FX30: 100 V to 240 V AC, 3.3 A to 1.3 A, 50/60 Hz
Power
consumption
AC 100 V to
120 V
VPL-FH36/FH35: 460 W
VPL-FH31/FH30: 400 W
VPL-FX37: 450 W
VPL-FX35: 380 W
VPL-FX30: 330 W
AC 220 V to
240 V
VPL-FH36/FH35: 440 W
VPL-FH31/FH30: 380 W
VPL-FX37: 430 W
VPL-FX35: 360 W
VPL-FX30: 310 W
Standby power
requirements
AC 100 V to
120 V
VPL-FH36/FH31:
9.2 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”) /
0.15 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
VPL-FH35/FH30:
9 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”) /
0.15 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30:
11 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”) /
0.15 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
AC 220 V to
240 V
VPL-FH36/FH31:
10.4 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”) /
0.3 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
VPL-FH35/FH30:
10 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”) /
0.3 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30:
12 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”) /
0.3 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to “Low”)
Heat dissipation
AC 100 V to
120 V
VPL-FH36/FH35: 1570 BTU
VPL-FH31/FH30: 1365 BTU
VPL-FX37: 1536 BTU
VPL-FX35: 1297 BTU
VPL-FX30: 1126 BTU
AC 220 V to
240 V
VPL-FH36/FH35: 1501 BTU
VPL-FH31/FH30: 1297 BTU
VPL-FX37: 1467 BTU
VPL-FX35: 1228 BTU
VPL-FX30: 1058 BTU
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Outside
dimensions
390 × 148 × 477 mm (15 /32" × 5 /16" × 18 /32")
(W/H/D) (including the lens cap for packaging)
11
9
7
390 × 134 × 463 mm (15 /32" × 5 /32" × 18 /32")
(W/H/D) (without protrusions)
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Description
Model name
Mass
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
VPL-FH36: 8.3 kg (18 lb 5 oz)
VPL-FH35/FH31: 8.2 kg (18 lb 1 oz)
VPL-FH30/VPL-FX37: 8.1 kg (17 lb 14 oz)
VPL-FX35: 8.0 kg (17 lb 10 oz)
VPL-FX30: 7.9 kg (17 lb 7 oz)
Supplied
accessories
See “Checking the Supplied Accessories” in the supplied
Quick Reference Manual.
Optional
accessories
VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-FX37: Projector Lamp LMP-
F331 (for replacement)
*3 *4
VPL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35: Projection Lam LMP-
F272 (for replacement)
VPL-FX30: Projector Lamp LMP-F230 (for
replacement)
Projector Suspension Support PSS-610
*5
Projection Lens VPLL-Z1024 : Manual focus/zoom
(when attaching to this projector), Projected image size:
40" to 600" (1.02 m to 15.24 m), Maximum external
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dimensions (W × H × D): 97 × 87 × 180 mm (3 /16" ×
7
3
3 /16" × 7 /32"), Mass: 1.1 kg (2 lb 7 oz)
*5
Projection Lens VPLL-Z1032 : Manual focus/zoom
(when attaching to this projector), Projected image size:
40" to 600" (1.02 m to 15.24 m), Maximum external
13
dimensions (W × H × D): 97 × 87 × 177 mm (3 /16" ×
7
31
3 /16" × 6 /32"), Mass: 1.1 kg (2 lb 7 oz)
Projection Lens Adapter PK-F30LA1
Notes
The values for mass and dimensions are approximate.
*2: Available for VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only
*3: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local
Sony Authorized Dealer.
*4: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of Dec. 2012.
*5: To attach the projection lens to the projector, the PK-F30LA1 projection lens adapter is required.
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,
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 AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR
ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.
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Pin assignment
DVI-D connector (DVI-D, female)
RGB input connector (Mini D-sub 15-
pin, female)
8
1
16
9
17
24
1
2
3
4
5
6
T.M.D.S.
Data2–
14 +5 V Power
1
2
3
Video input
(red) R
9
Power supply
input for DDC
T.M.D.S.
Data2+
15 Ground (return
for +5 V)
Video input
(green) G
10 GND
T.M.D.S.
Data2 Shield
16 Hot Plug
Detect
Video input
(blue) B
11 GND
NC
17 T.M.D.S
Data0–
4
5
GND
12 DDC/SDA
NC
18 T.M.D.S
Data0+
RESERVE
13 Horizontal sync
signal
DDC Clock
19 T.M.D.S
Data0 Shield
6
GND (R)
14 Vertical sync
signal
7
8
9
DDC Data
NC
20 NC
21 NC
7
8
GND (G)
GND (B)
15 DDC/SCL
T.M.D.S.
Data1–
22 T.M.D.S
Clock Shield
10 T.M.D.S.
Data1+
23 T.M.D.S
Clock+
RS-232C connector (D-Sub 9-pin,
female)
11 T.M.D.S.
24 T.M.D.S
Clock–
5
1
Data1 Shield
12 NC
13 NC
9
6
1
2
3
4
5
NC
6
7
8
9
NC
RXDA
TXDA
DTR
RTS
CTS
NC
GND
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HDMI connector (HDMI, fermale)
Acceptable Input Signals
Computer signal
Input connector
fH [kHz]/
fV [Hz]
*2
Resolution
DVI-D
/
*1
RGB
*3 *6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
T.M.D.S.
Data2+
11 T.M.D.S.
Clock Shield
HDMI
640 × 350
31.5/70
37.9/85
31.5/70
37.9/85
31.5/60
35.0/67
37.9/73
37.5/75
43.3/85
35.2/56
37.9/60
48.1/72
46.9/75
53.7/85
49.7/75
48.4/60
56.5/70
60.0/75
68.7/85
64.0/70
67.5/75
77.5/85
61.8/66
60.0/60
75.0/75
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
–
–
–
T.M.D.S.
Data2 Shield
T.M.D.S.
Data2–
12 T.M.D.S.
Clock–
640 × 400
640 × 480
13 NC
z
–
–
–
–
–
z
–
–
–
–
z
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
z
–
z
–
–
z
z
z
T.M.D.S.
Data1+
14 RECERVED
(N.C.)
T.M.D.S.
Data1 Shield
T.M.D.S.
Data1–
15 SCL
16 SDA
800 × 600
T.M.D.S.
Data0+
17 GND
T.M.D.S.
Data0 Shield
T.M.D.S.
Data0–
18 +5V Power
832 × 624
19 Hot Plug
Detect
1024 × 768
10 T.M.D.S.
Clock+
1152 × 864
1152 × 900
1280 × 960
1280 × 1024 64.0/60
80.0/75
91.1/85
1400 × 1050 65.3/60
1600 × 1200 75.0/60
1280 × 768
1280 × 720
47.8/60
45.0/60
*7
z
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*6: Available for VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/
FH30 only
*7: INPUT C is determined as a computer
signal; INPUT D is determined as a digital
TV signal.
• When a signal other than the signals listed in
table is input, the picture may not be
displayed properly.
• An input signal meant for screen resolution
different from that of the panel will not be
displayed in its original resolution. Text and
lines may be uneven.
Input connector
fH [kHz]/
fV [Hz]
*2
Resolution
DVI-D
/
*1
RGB
*3 *6
HDMI
*7
1920 × 1080
1366 × 768
1440 × 900
1680 × 1050
1280 × 800
1920 × 1200
1600 × 900
67.5/60
47.7/60
55.9/60
65.3/60
49.7/60
74.0/60
60.0/60
–
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
*5
*5
z
z
• Some actual value may differ slightly from
the design values given in the table.
*5* 6
*5 *6
z
z
Digital TV signal
Input connector
RGB/ DVI-D*2
/
Signal
fV [Hz]
*4
YPBPR HDMI*3 *6
480i
576i
60
50
60
50
60
50
60
50
60
50
24
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
z
z
z
z
z
z
480p
576p
1080i
1080i
720p
720p
1080p
1080p
1080p
*7
z
z
*7
z
–
z
*6
z
–
Analog TV signal
Input
connector
Signal
fV [Hz]
VIDEO/
S VIDEO
z
NTSC
60
50
z
PAL/SECAM
Notes
*1: INPUT A, INPUT B
*2: INPUT C
*3: INPUT D
*4: INPUT A
*5: Available for VESA Reduced Blanking
signals only.
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Combinations of Input Signals (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30 only)
Sub INPUT A
INPUT B
(RGB)
INPUT C
(DVI-D)
INPUT D
(HDMI)
S VIDEO
VIDEO
picture
(RGB/
YPBPR)
Main
picture
INPUT A
(RGB/
–
–
–
z
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
YPBPR)
INPUT B
(RGB)
–
–
–
–
–
INPUT C
(DVI-D)
z
z
z
z
INPUT D
(HDMI)
–
–
–
S VIDEO
VIDEO
–
–
–
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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. The lens shift range is regarded as 0% when the point (A) in
the illustration (point where a line drawn from the center of the lens and the projected image
cross at right angles) is aligned with the center of the projected image and full width or full
height of the projected image is regarded as 100%.
Projected image
Lens shift range
Center of the
projected
image
VS +
Center of the lens
HS +
50%
Center of the lens
HS –
50%
VS –
Projected image
A
Side of the projector
Shaded region: Lens shift range
Projected image
Lens shift range
Center of the
projected
image
50%
50%
Center of the lens
A
Top of the projector
VS
VS
HS
HS
+
:
Vertical lens shift range (up) [%]
Vertical lens shift range (down) [%]
Horizontal lens shift range (right) [%]
Horizontal lens shift range (left) [%]
–
:
+
:
–
:
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Projection distance (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30)
Unit: m (inches)
Projection image size
Projection distance L
Diagonal
Width × Height
Standard lens
VPLL-Z1024
VPLL-Z1032
1.72 × 1.08
(68 × 42)
2.39 – 3.83
(95 – 150)
4.00 – 5.48
(158 – 215)
5.45 – 8.32
(215 – 327)
80" (2.03 m)
2.15 × 1.35
(85 × 53)
3.00 – 4.80
(119 – 189)
5.03 – 6.87
(198 – 270)
6.84 – 10.43
(270 – 410)
100" (2.54 m)
120" (3.05 m)
150" (3.81 m)
200" (5.08 m)
2.58 × 1.62
(102 × 64)
3.61 – 5.77
(143 – 227)
6.05 – 8.27
(238 – 325)
8.24 – 12.55
(325 – 494)
3.23 × 2.02
(127 × 79)
4.53 – 7.22
(179 – 284)
7.59 – 10.36
(299 – 408)
10.33 – 15.72
(407 – 619)
4.31 × 2.69
(170 × 106)
6.05 – 9.64
(238 – 379)
10.15 – 13.85
(400 – 545)
13.82 – 21.00
(544 – 827)
Projection distance formula (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30)
D: Projected image size (Diagonal)
Unit: m (inches)
Lens
Projection distance L (minimal length) Projection distance L (maximal length)
L=0.030453 × D – 0.0465
(L=1.198941 × D – 1.8307)
L=0.048463 × D – 0.0443
(L=1.907978 × D – 1.7435)
Standard lens
L=0.051187 × D – 0.0973
(L=2.015234 × D – 3.8296)
L=0.069717 × D – 0.0930
(L=2.744761 × D – 3.6617)
VPLL-Z1024
VPLL-Z1032
L=0.069792 × D – 0.1414
(L=2.747720 × D – 5.5654)
L=0.105707 × D – 0.1323
(L=4.161687 × D – 5.2083)
Lens shift range (VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30)
60%
VS += 60 – 1.875 × HS (HS + or HS –) [%]
VS –= 0 [%]
32%
32%
HS +=HS –=32 – 0.533 × VS + [%]
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Projection distance (VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30)
Unit: m (inches)
Projection image size
Projection distance L
VPLL-Z1024
Diagonal
Width × Height
Standard lens
VPLL-Z1032
1.63 × 1.22
(64 × 48)
2.31 – 3.69
(91 – 145)
3.85 – 5.28
(152 – 207)
5.24 – 8.01
(207 – 315)
80" (2.03 m)
2.03 × 1.52
(80 × 60)
2.89 – 4.62
(114 – 182)
4.84 – 6.62
(191 – 260)
6.59 – 10.05
(260 – 395)
100" (2.54 m)
120" (3.05 m)
150" (3.81 m)
200" (5.08 m)
2.44 × 1.83
(96 × 72)
3.48 – 5.56
(137 – 218)
5.83 – 7.97
(230 – 313)
7.94 – 12.09
(313 – 476)
3.05 × 2.29
(120 × 90)
4.36 – 6.96
(172 – 274)
7.31 – 9.98
(288 – 393)
9.95 – 15.14
(392 – 596)
4.06 × 3.05
(160 × 120)
5.83 – 9.29
(230 – 366)
9.77 – 13.34
(385 – 525)
13.32 – 20.24
(525 – 797)
Projection distance formula (VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30)
D: Projected image size (Diagonal)
Unit: m (inches)
Lens
Projection distance L (minimal length) Projection distance L (maximal length)
L=0.0294 × D – 0.0465
(L=1.1555 × D – 1.8307)
L=0.0467 × D – 0.0443
(L=1.8389 × D – 1.7435)
Standard lens
L=0.0493 × D – 0.0973
(L=1.9423 × D – 3.8296)
L=0.0672 × D – 0.0930
(L=2.6454 × D – 3.6617)
VPLL-Z1024
VPLL-Z1032
L=0.0673 × D – 0.1414
(L=2.6483 × D – 5.5654)
L=0.1019 × D – 0.1323
(L=4.0111 × D – 5.2083)
Lens shift range (VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30)
51%
VS += 51 – 1.545 × HS (HS + or HS –) [%]
VS –= 0 [%]
33%
33%
HS +=HS –=33 – 0.647 × VS + [%]
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About lens position
The projection distance and lens shift range are measured with the lens position adjusted to the
center. To adjust the lens position to the center, follow the procedures below:
1 Rotate the left lens shift dial left or right
then align the screws with the v V marks
in four places, as illustrated, for adjusting
the lens horizontally.
1
2
For adjusting
lens
Foradjusting
lens
Screws
v V
marks
horizontally
vertically
2 Rotate the right lens shift dial clockwise
until the lens is fixed, to adjust the lens
vertically.
Note
Before adjusting the lens position to the center
and checking whether the lens position is
centered, turn off the power to prevent
projected light from entering the eyes.
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Dimensions
Front
Unit: mm (inches)
11
390 (15 /32)
Center of the lens
11
195 (7 /16)
Bottom
Unit: mm (inches)
7
23
463 (18 /32)
ø18 ( /32)
13
122 (4 /16)
19
15 ( /32)
Center
of the
lens
23
272.6 (10 /32)
3
86 (3 /8)
23
7
ø18 ( /32)
361 (14 /32)
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When using the PSS-610 projector suspension support
Caution
Never mount the projector on the ceiling or move it by yourself. Be sure to consult
with qualified Sony personnel (charged).
Unit: mm (inches)
29
150 (5 /32)
7
3
175 (6 /8)
231 (9 /32)
7
3
200 (7 /8)
256 (10 /32)
281 (11 /16)
331 (13 /32)
356 (14 /32)
27
1
250 (9 /32)
13
1
275 (10 /16)
13
1
300 (11 /16)
381 (15)
Center of
the lens
25
7
223.1 (8 /32)
239.9 (9 /16)
Center of
the lens
Center of
the pole
3
15
17
95.3 (3 /4)
151.1 (5 /16)
216.6 (8 /32)
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The distance L’ between the front of
the lens (center) and the front of the
cabinet
About Trademarks
• Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe
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• Kensington is a registered trademark of
Kensington Technology Group.
• Internet Explore is registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
Unit: mm (inches)
Lens
L’
Type
1
15
Standard lens
VPLL-Z1024
VPLL-Z1032
12.2 ( /32)
1
1.6 ( /16)
2
1
0.3 ( /32)
1
• PJLink is a registered trademark of Japan
Business Machine and Information
System Industries Association.
1
2
• AMX is a trademark of AMX Corporation.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-
Definition Multimedia Interface, and the
HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in
the United States and other countries.
• All other trademarks and registered
trademarks are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders. In
Front of the cabinet
Front of the lens
™
®
this manual, and marks are not
specified.
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T
O
U
P
Projection distance and lens shift
V
W
Z
R
Removing/attaching the projection
S
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