Sony Projector VPL-FH500L VPL-FX500L User Manual

41Attaching/Removing the Projection Lens
Others
4Align the connectors on the projector 
with those on the projection lens then 
insert the lens all the way in until it is 
securely in place.
5Tighten the four screws attached in 
step 3.
6Replace the front panel and fasten it 
with the four screws.
A VPLL-FM22/ZM32/ZM42/ZM102: 
Removing the compensating glass
Before attaching the projection lens to the 
projector, it is required to remove the 
compensating glass from the lens mounting 
part of the...

42Attaching/Removing the Projection Lens
B VPLL-FM21*1/ZM31*1/ZP41/
FM22/ZM32/ZM42/ZM101*1/ZM102: 
Attaching the projection lens 
adapter
Before attaching the projection lens to the 
projector, it is required to attach the lens 
adapter to the projection lens.
Insert the projection lens into the lens 
adapter as illustrated and fasten it with the 
four screws supplied with the lens adapter.For the VPLL-FM21*
1/ZM31*1/ZP41/
ZM101*1
Use the PK-F500LA1 lens adapter.
PK-F500LA1
Slide until it clears the gap 

43Attaching/Removing the Projection Lens
Others
When mounting a VPLL-ZP41
Engage the two connectors between the lens 
adapter and the projection lens, as 
illustrated.For the VPLL-FM22/ZM32/ZM42/
ZM102
Use the PK-F500LA2 lens adapter.
PK-F500LA2
Slide until it clears the gap 

44Attaching/Removing the Projection Lens
C VPLL-ZM101*1: Attaching the 
shading sheet
Before attaching the projection lens to the 
projector, it is required to attach the shading 
sheet supplied with the lens adapter after 
attaching the lens adapter.
1Remove the two screws from the lens 
adapter.
2Fit the shading sheet to the projection 
lens as illustrated and fasten it to the 
lens with the two screws.
1Loosen the four screws that secure the 
front panel (1), and remove the front 
panel, pulling it...

45Installing the Optional Adapter
Others
Installing the 
Optional Adapter
You can install the optional adapter in 
INPUT E of the connector panel section of 
the projector. 
1Turn off the power of the projector and 
disconnect the power cable.
2Slide the slot cover for the optional 
adapter attached to the connector 
panel to the right and remove it.
3Insert the optional adapter as far as it 
goes.
4Tighten the two screws on the optional 
adapter.
INPUT B  RGB
INPUT C  DVI-D
R/PRG/Y
HD
VD
OUTPUT
MONITOR...

46Specifications
Specifications
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH500L/VPL-FX500L
Display system 3 LCD system
Display device Size of effective 
display areaVPL-FH500L: 0.95” (24.1 mm) × 3, Aspect ratio 16:10
VPL-FX500L: 0.99 (25.0 mm) × 3, Aspect ratio 4:3
Number of pixels VPL-FH500L: 6,912,000 pixels (1920 × 1200 × 3) pixels
VPL-FX500L: 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) pixels
Light source High-pressure mercury lamp, 330 W type
Light output 7000 lm
*1 (when “Lamp Mode” is set to “High”)
Displayable...

47Specifications
Others
Computer and 
video signal input/
outputOUTPUTMONITOR 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 4V (open), 1 Vp-p 
(75 ohms), positive/negative
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...

48Specifications
Supplied 
accessoriesSee “Checking the Supplied Accessories” in the supplied 
Quick Reference Manual.
Optional 
accessories
*4 *5Projector Lamp LMP-F330 (for replacement)
Projector Suspension Support PSS-630
Projector Suspension Support Joint Pole PSS-630P
Projection Lens VPLL-FM22
*6: Manual focus, 
Projected image size: 40 to 300 (1.02 m to 7.62 m), 
Maximum external dimensions (W × H × D): 88 × 88 × 
169 mm (3 
15/32 × 3 15/32 × 6 21/32), Mass: 950 g (2 lb 
2 oz)
Projection Lens...

49Specifications
Others
The values for mass and dimensions are approximate.
*1: When attaching the VPLL-ZP41.
*2: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals” on page 51.
*3: Available for VPL-FH500L only
*4: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local 
Sony Authorized Dealer.
*5: Information on accessories in this manual are current as of May 2010.
*6: To attach the projection lens to the projector, the PK-F500LA2 projection lens adapter is...

50Specifications
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...