Sony Projector VPL-FH35 User Manual

							41Replacing 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 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).
Note
grab New lamp
Screws 
						

							42Cleaning 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 36, 37).
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 malfunction or fire.
1Turn off the projector, and disconnect 
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
2Open the rear panel by loosening the 
three screws on the rear panel.
3Pull out the air filter unit.
4Clean the air filter with a vacuum 
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.
5Return the air filter to the air filter unit 
then return it to the projector.
6Close the rear panel and tighten the three 
screws.
Be sure to attach the air filter unit and rear 
panel firmly; the power cannot be turned on if 
it is not closed securely.
Caution
Screws
Air filter unit
Note
Cover
Air filter 
						

							43Removing/Attaching the Projection Lens
Others
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 48).
1Loosen the two screws that secure the 
front panel to remove the front panel 
in the direction of the front.
2 Loosen the four screws that secure the 
projection lens then pull it out straight.
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.
1Insert the projection lens with a mark 
upward all the way in until it is 
securely in place then tighten the four 
screws.
2Replace the front panel and fasten it 
with the two 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.
1Place the projection lens with the 
motor section upward and place a 
mark around the top screw hole on the 
lens.
Notes
Removing
Note
Attaching
Front panel
Screws
Screws
Attaching the Projection Lens 
Adapter to the Projection 
Lens
Center mark
Screws
Top screw
Motor section
Flange 
sectionMark 
						

							44Removing/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 placed in step 1, 
then tighten the six D screws supplied 
with the lens adapter.
4Attach Part A and Part B for the lens 
adapter to the projection lens.
1Remove the lens cap.
2First, 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.
5Secure Part A and Part B for the lens 
adapter attached to the projection lens 
with the two E screws supplied with 
the lens adapter.
Notes
Screws (6)
Spacer
Mark placed in step 1
Mark
Part C for the lens 
adapter D screws (6)
Zoom gear sectionPar t A for the 
lens adapter
Part B for the 
lens adapter
23
 E screws
(2) 
						

							45Specifications
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Specifications
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
Display system 3 LCD system
Display device Size of effective 
display areaVPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30: 0.76 (19.3 mm) × 3, 
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 Zoom Manual (approx.1.6 ×)
Focus Manual
Light source VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-FX37: High-pressure mercury 
lamp, 330 W type
VPL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35: High-pressure mercury 
lamp, 275 W type
VPL-FX30: High-pressure mercury lamp, 230 W type
Screen size 40 to 600 (1.02 m to 15.24 m)
Light output 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
*1
Horizontal: 14 kHz to 93 kHz, Vertical: 47 Hz to 93 Hz
Display resolution Computer signal 
inputMaximum display resolution: 1920 × 1200 dots
Panel display resolution:
VPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30: 1920 × 1200 dots
VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30: 1024 × 768 dots
Video signal 
inputNTSC, 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,  PA L - M ,  PA L - N ,  
PA L 6 0 
						

							46Specifications
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 impedance, positive/negative
Audio input connector: Stereo mini jack, rated input 
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms
INPUT CDVI-D input connector: DVI-D 24-pin (Single link), 
DVI 1.0 compliant, HDCP support
Audio Input connector: Shared with INPUT B
INPUT D
*2HDMI input connector: Digital RGB/YPBPR, Digital 
audio: PCM (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 
kHz)
S VIDEO INS 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 INVideo input connector: Phono jack, 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 
sync negative, 75 ohmes terminated
Audio input connector: Shared with S VIDEO IN
OUTPUTMONITOR output connector: Mini D-sub 15-pin 
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: 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/outputRS-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 
humidity0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)/35% to 85% (no 
condensation)
Storage 
temperature/
Storage humidity–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)/ 10% to 90%
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30 
						

							47Specifications
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Power 
requirementsVPL-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 
consumptionAC 100 V to 
120 VVPL-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 VVPL-FH36/FH35: 440 W
VPL-FH31/FH30: 380 W
VPL-FX37: 430 W
VPL-FX35: 360 W
VPL-FX30: 310 W
Standby power 
requirementsAC 100 V to 
120 VVPL-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 VVPL-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 VVPL-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 VVPL-FH36/FH35: 1501 BTU
VPL-FH31/FH30: 1297 BTU
VPL-FX37: 1467 BTU
VPL-FX35: 1228 BTU
VPL-FX30: 1058 BTU
Outside 
dimensions390 × 148 × 477 mm (15
11/32 × 513/16 × 1825/32) 
(W/H/D) (including the lens cap for packaging)
390 × 134 × 463 mm (15
11/32 × 59/32 × 187/32) 
(W/H/D) (without protrusions)
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30 
						

							48Specifications
The values for mass and dimensions are approximate.
*1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals” on page 50.
*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.Mass 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 
accessoriesSee “Checking the Supplied Accessories” in the supplied 
Quick Reference Manual.
Optional 
accessories
*3 *4VPL-FH36/FH35/VPL-FX37: Projector Lamp LMP-
F331 (for replacement)
VPL-FH31/FH30/VPL-FX35: Projection Lam LMP-
F272 (for replacement)
VPL-FX30: Projector Lamp LMP-F230 (for 
replacement)
Projector Suspension Support PSS-610
Projection Lens VPLL-Z1024
*5: Manual focus/zoom 
(when attaching to this projector), Projected image size: 
40 to 600 (1.02 m to 15.24 m), Maximum external 
dimensions (W × H × D): 97 × 87 × 180 mm (3
13/16 × 
37/16 × 73/32), Mass: 1.1 kg (2 lb 7 oz)
Projection Lens VPLL-Z1032
*5: Manual focus/zoom 
(when attaching to this projector), Projected image size: 
40 to 600 (1.02 m to 15.24 m), Maximum external 
dimensions (W × H × D): 97 × 87 × 177 mm (3
13/16 × 
37/16 × 631/32), Mass: 1.1 kg (2 lb 7 oz)
Projection Lens Adapter PK-F30LA1
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH36/FH35/FH31/FH30/VPL-FX37/FX35/FX30
Notes
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. 
						

							49Specifications
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Pin assignment
DVI-D connector (DVI-D, female) RGB input connector (Mini D-sub 15-
pin, female)
RS-232C connector (D-Sub 9-pin, 
female)
1 T.M.D.S.
Data2–14 +5 V Power
2 T.M.D.S.
Data2+15 Ground (return 
for +5 V)
3 T.M.D.S.
Data2 Shield16 Hot Plug 
Detect
4 NC 17 T.M.D.S
Data0–
5 NC 18 T.M.D.S 
Data0+
6 DDC Clock 19 T.M.D.S 
Data0 Shield
7 DDC Data 20 NC
8NC 21NC
9 T.M.D.S.
Data1–22 T.M.D.S 
Clock Shield
10 T.M.D.S.
Data1+23 T.M.D.S
Clock+
11 T.M.D.S.
Data1 Shield24 T.M.D.S 
Clock–
12 NC
13 NC
18
16
9
17
24
1 Video input 
(red) R9 Power supply 
input for DDC
2 Video input 
(green) G10 GND
3 Video input
(blue) B11 GND
4 GND 12 DDC/SDA
5 RESERVE 13 Horizontal sync 
signal
6 GND (R) 14 Vertical sync 
signal
7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL
8 GND (B)
1NC 6NC
2RXDA 7RTS
3TXDA 8CTS
4DTR 9NC
5 GND
51
9
6 
						

							50Specifications
HDMI connector (HDMI, fermale)Acceptable Input Signals
Computer signal
1 T.M.D.S.
Data2+11 T.M.D.S.
Clock Shield
2 T.M.D.S.
Data2 Shield12 T.M.D.S.
Clock–
3 T.M.D.S.
Data2–13 NC
4 T.M.D.S.
Data1+14 RECERVED 
(N.C.)
5 T.M.D.S.
Data1 Shield15 SCL
6 T.M.D.S.
Data1–16 SDA
7 T.M.D.S.
Data0+17 GND
8 T.M.D.S.
Data0 Shield18 +5V Power
9 T.M.D.S.
Data0–19 Hot Plug 
Detect
10 T.M.D.S.
Clock+ResolutionfH [kHz]/
fV [Hz]Input connector
RGB*1DVI-D*2/
HDMI*3 *6
640 × 350   31.5/70 z–
37.9/85 
z–
640 × 400 31.5/70 
z–
37.9/85 
z–
640 × 480 31.5/60 
zz
35.0/67 z–
37.9/73 
z–
37.5/75 
z–
43.3/85 
z–
800 × 600 35.2/56 
z–
37.9/60 
zz
48.1/72 z–
46.9/75 
z–
53.7/85 
z–
832 × 624 49.7/75 
z–
1024 × 768 48.4/60 
zz
56.5/70 z–
60.0/75 
z–
68.7/85 
z–
1152 × 864 64.0/70 
z–
67.5/75 
z–
77.5/85 
z–
1152 × 900 61.8/66 
z–
1280 × 960 60.0/60 
zz
75.0/75 z–
1280 × 1024 64.0/60 
zz
80.0/75 z–
91.1/85 
z–
1400 × 1050 65.3/60 
zz
1600 × 1200 75.0/60 zz
1280 × 768 47.8/60 zz
1280 × 720 45.0/60 zz*7