Sony Projector VPL FH35/FH30 User Manual

31Messages List
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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.
MessageMeaning/RemedyPage
High temp.! Lamp off in 
1 min.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.3, 25, 
36
Frequency is out of 
range!Change the output setting of the...

32Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the 
instructions below.
SymptomRemedyPage
The power is not turned 
on.Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected. –
When the “Panel Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn on 
the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.23
If the lamp, rear panel, or air filter unit is not attached securely, 
the projector cannot be turned on.34, 36
No image. Check if the connecting cable is...

33Troubleshooting
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No sound. Check that the connecting cables between the projector and 
external video or audio equipment are securely connected.8
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. 6
Check if the “Audio Output Vol.” is set to minimum. 6
The Remote 
Commander does not 
work.Check that the batteries are installed correctly. –
Check that the batteries are not...

34Replacing the Lamp
Replacing the Lamp
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image or the LAMP/
COVER indicator notifies you to replace the lamp (pages 30, 31).
Use an LMP-F230 projector lamp (for VPL-FX30)(not supplied), LMP-F272 projector lamp 
(for VPL-FH30/VPL-FX35)(not supplied), LMP-F331 projector lamp (for VPL-FH35)(not 
supplied) for replacement.
 The lamp remains hot after the projector is 
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may 
burn your finger. When you...

35Replacing the Lamp
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4Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place. Tighten the 
three screws.
5Close the rear panel and tighten the 
three screws.
Be sure to install the lamp and rear panel 
securely as it was. If not, the projector 
cannot be turned on.
6Connect the AC power cord to a wall 
outlet and turn on the projector.
7Reset 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...

36Cleaning the Air Filter
Cleaning the Air Filter
When a message appears on the projected image indicating time for a filter cleaning, clean the 
air filter (pages 30, 31).
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.
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...

37Removing/Attaching the Projection Lens
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Removing/Attaching the Projection Lens
 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.
 For usable projection lenses and a lens adapter, see “Optional accessories” (page 42).
1Loosen the two screws that secure the...

38Removing/Attaching the Projection Lens
2Remove the six screws that secure the 
flange section then slide it straight to 
remove.
 The screws that secure the flange section 
are strongly tightened. When removing 
the screws, be careful not to damage the 
screw heads.
 When the flange section is removed, the 
spacer section is also loosened. Be 
careful that the spacer section is not 
removed.
3Insert Part C for the lens adapter all the 
way until it is securely in place, align the 
mark with the mark...

39Specifications
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Specifications
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH35/FH30/VPL-FX35/FX30
Display system 3 LCD system
Display device Size of effective 
display areaVPL-FH35/FH30: 0.76 (19.3 mm) × 3, Aspect ratio 
16:10
VPL-FX35/FX30: 0.79 (20.1 mm) × 3, Aspect ratio 4:3
Number of pixels VPL-FH35/FH30: 6,912,000 (1920 × 1200 × 3) pixels
VPL-FX35/FX30: 2,359,296 (1024 × 768 × 3) pixels
Projection lens Zoom Manual (approx.1.6 ×)
Focus Manual
Light source VPL-FH35: High-pressure mercury lamp, 330 W type...

40Specifications
Computer and 
video signal input/
outputINPUT ARGB/YPBPR input connector: 5BNC female, G with 
sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohms 
terminated, RGB/P
BPR: 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 BRGB input connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin female,  
RGB: 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated, Sync signal: 
TTL level high...