Sony Projector VPL-FH500L VPL-FX500L User Manual

4-191-106-13 (1)
© 2010 Sony Corporation
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-FH500L
VPL-FX500L
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check 
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. 

2Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Overview
Location and Function of Controls  .... 3
Main Unit  ..................................... 3
Connector Panel  ........................... 4
Remote Commander and Control 
Panel .......................................... 5
 Preparation
Connecting the Projector  ................... 8
Connecting a Computer ................ 8
Connecting a Video Equipment  ... 9
Connecting an External 
Monitor ................................... 11
Projecting/Adjusting an 
Image...

3Location and Function of Controls
Overview
BOverview
Location and Function of Controls
aLens (not supplied) (page 40)
bFront panel (page 40)
cLamp cover (page 36)
dAir filter cover (page 38)
eVentilation holes (intake)
fVentilation holes (exhaust)
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.
gON/STANDBY indicator 
(page 32)
hLAMP/COVER indicator 
(page 32)...

4Location and Function of Controls
Input (page 8)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector 
(RGB HD VD/YPBPR)
bINPUT B
Video: RGB input connector (RGB)
cINPUT C
Video: DVI-D input connector (DVI-D)
dINPUT D (VPL-FH500L only)
Video: HDMI input connector
eINPUT E  (VPL-FH500L only)
Video: Optional adapter slot*
fS VIDEO (S VIDEO IN)
Video: S video input connector
gVIDEO (VIDEO IN)
Video: Video input connector
* Regarding attachable optional adapter, 
consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Output (page...

5Location and Function of Controls
Overview
Remote Commander
Control Panel
aTurning on the power/Going to 
standby
? (On) key
1 (Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 12)
INPUT key (main unit)
Direct input select keys (Remote 
Commander)
VPL-FH500L: The F key is not provided 
in this projector.
VPL-FX500L: The D, E, and F keys are 
not provided in this projector.
cOperating a menu (page 15)
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
MENU key
RETURN key
RESET key
dAdjusting the image (page 13)
FOCUS key
Use...

6Location and Function of Controls
eUsing various functions during 
projecting
D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key*1
Enlarges a portion of the image while 
projecting.
1Press the D ZOOM + key to display 
the digital zoom icon on the projected 
image.
2Press the V/v/B/b keys to move the 
digital zoom icon to the point on the 
image  you wish to enlarge.
3Press the D ZOOM + key or the D 
ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the 
enlargement ratio. The image can be 
enlarged up to 4 times.
Press the RESET key to...

7Location and Function of Controls
Overview
2Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key 
to select ECO or User mode.
ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum 
energy-saving value.
Lamp Mode: Standard
Power Saving Mode: Standby
Standby Mode: Low
(go to step 6)
User: Sets each item of the energy-
saving mode menu as you desire 
(go to step 3).
3Select “User” then press the b key.
  The setting items appear.
4Press the V/v key to select the ECO 
Mode item then press the b key or the 
ENTER key.
5Press the V/v key to...

8Connecting the Projector
B Preparation
Connecting the Projector
 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.
Connection with a computer is explained for each...

9Connecting the Projector
Preparation
INPUT C
For connecting a computer with a DVI-D output connector.
INPUT D (VPL-FH500L only)
For connecting a computer with a HDMI output connector.
 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.
Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input 
signal.
S VIDEO IN
For connecting video...

10Connecting the Projector
VIDEO IN 
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
INPUT A
For connection when there is some long distance between the video equipment and projector.
INPUT D (VPL-FH500L only)
For connecting video equipment with a HDMI output connector.
 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.
Notes
Video – BNC cable 
(not...