Sony Projector VPL-FH500L VPL-FX500L User Manual

							21The Screen Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
VPL-FX500L
*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.
*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected 
to fit the projected image size, regardless 
of the aspect ratio of the image.
*3: Depending on the input signal, the 
projected image may be projected as 
illustrated below. In this a case, select 
“16:9.”
*4: Depending on the input signal, the image 
may be projected as illustrated below. In 
this a case, select “Zoom.” Input signal Recommended 
setting value and 
projected image
Computer signal
(4:3) (Full1)*1
(16:9) (Full1)*1 *2
(16:10) (Full1)*1 *2
Video signal
(4:3) (4:3)*3 
(16:9) (16:9)
*4 
						

							22The Function Menu
The Function Menu
The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector.
*1: Executes APA when a computer signal is input via the RGB input connector (INPUT A, INPUT 
B). Setting items Description
Smart APAOn/Off; When set to “On,” executes APA automatically when a signal is 
input.
*1
CC DisplayCC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed 
caption service (Captions or Text).
Off: Closed caption does not appear.
Pic.Muting ModeShutter: Close the shutter when the PIC MUTING key is pressed.
Image: Cuts off the projected image when the PIC MUTING key is 
pressed.
Lamp ModeHigh/Standard: When set to “High,” the image becomes brighter, and 
power consumption becomes higher.
Lamp Light Mode The projector has a function for switching between the two lamps.
When one lamp is turned off, the other is turned on automatically to avoid 
interrupt of operation.
Auto: Lights the lamp that is set to be used for shorter duration than the 
other when starting up the projector.
Lamp 1/Lamp 2: Lights the selected lamp. If the selected lamp is turn off, 
the other is turned on automatically. It is recommended to select this item 
when you cannot replace the lamp immediately.
BackgroundBlack/Blue: Selects the background color of the projected image when no 
signal is input.
Start Up ImageOn/Off: When set to “On,” the Start Up Image is displayed on the screen 
upon startup of the projector.
Note 
						

							23The Operation Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Operation Menu
The Operation Menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the Remote 
Commander.
*1: Available for VPL-FH500L 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  Setting items Description
Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
Menu Position
*1Bottom Left/Center: For selecting the position of the menu displayed on the 
projected image.
StatusOn: 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 ReceiverFront & Rear/Front/Rear: Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) 
on the front and rear of the projector.
ID ModeAll/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 
Commander on page 7.
Security Lock
*2On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to autherized users 
by password. The setting procedures for security locking are as follows:
1Select “On” then press the ENTER key to display the setting menu.
2Input the password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys. (The 
default password setting is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)
3Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b, and ENTER keys.
4Enter 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 LockOn/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.
Lens ControlOn/Off: When set to “On,” you can adjusts the lens (Focus, Zoom, and Shift) 
from the Remote commander or the projector. To prevent unintentional 
operation, set it to “Off” after adjusting the lens.
Notes 
						

							24The Operation Menu
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. 
						

							25The Connection/Power Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Connection/Power Menu
The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power.
*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. Setting items Description
Network Setting
IP Address SetupAu to  ( D H C P ): The IP address is assigned automatically from the 
DHCP server such as a router.
Manual: To specify the IP Address manually.
IP Address/ Subnet 
Mask/ Default 
Gateway/Primary 
DNS/Secondary 
DNSWhen “Manual” is selected for “IP Address Setup,” select the item 
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 
selected with the INPUT key.
*1
Color SystemAu to /N T S C3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N: When set 
to “Auto,” selects the color system automatically when “S Video” or 
“Video” is selected with the INPUT key.
*1
Standby Mode*2Standard/Low: When set to “Low,” lowers power consumption in 
Standby mode.
Power Saving ModeLamp 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 
Cutoff, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange (page 32).
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 OnOn/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 
						

							26The Installation Menu
The Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for installing the projector.
Setting items Description
Image FlipHV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally and/or vertically 
according to the installation method.
Installation AttitudeRight Side UP/Upside Down/Front Up/Front Down: Change the cooling 
setting to suit to the installation attitude. Continuing to use the wrong 
setting may affect component reliability.
High Altitude 
Mode
*1On/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.
Screen Aspect
*216:10/16:9/4:3: For switching the display area to suit to the screen.
V Keystone
*3 *4The higher the setting, narrower the top of the projected image. The lower 
the setting, the narrower the bottom.
Panel Alignment*2 *5This 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.
Front Up
Upside Down Right Side Up
Front Down 
						

							27The Installation Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
*1: Do not use the projector at an altitude of 2,700 m or higher.
*2: Available for VPL-FH500L 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.”  Color Matching
*2 *6Adjust/Reset: For correcting the brightness and color of the whole 
projected image manually from the signal level in six steps.
Notes
Setting items Description 
						

							28The Information Menu
The Information Menu
The Information menu enables you to confirm various information on the projector, such as the 
total usage hours of a lamp.
*1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.Items Description
Model Name Displays the model name.
Serial No. Displays the serial number.
fH / fV (horizontal 
frequency/vertical 
frequency)
*1
Displays the horizontal frequency/vertical frequency of the current input 
signal.
Signal type Displays the type of the current input signal.
Lamp Timer Indicates the usage time and status of a lamp.
( : Lamp 1/  : Lamp 2)
  : The lamp is in lights.
  : The lamp does not light.
  : The lamp is in abnormal status.
Note 
						

							29Using Network Features
Network
BNetwork
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 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]).
 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.
 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.
1Connect the LAN cable.
2Set the network settings for the 
projector using “Network Setting” on 
the Connection/Power menu 
(page 25).
3Start a web browser on the computer, 
enter the following in the address field, 
then press the Enter key on your 
computer.
http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
(xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx: IP address for the 
projector)You can confirm the IP address of the 
projector under “Network Setting” on 
the Connection/Power menu.
The following window appears in the 
Web browser:
Once you make the network settings, you 
can open the Control window only by 
performing step 3 of this procedure.
Notes
Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web 
Browser
LAN cable 
(straight type) 
(not supplied)
Hub or router, etc
LAN Connector 
						

							30Using Network Features
How to operate the Control window
Switching the page
Click one of the Page Switching buttons to 
display the desired setting page.
Setting the access limitation
You can limit a user for accessing any 
particular page.
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.
The name of the administrator is preset to 
“root.”
When you change the password, input a new 
password after deleting the password 
(*****) that was set.
If you forget your password, consult with 
qualified Sony personnel.
You can confirm the current settings for the 
projector on the Information page.
You can control the projector from the 
computer on the Control page.
The functions of the keys shown in the 
operation area are the same as those of the 
keys on the supplied Remote Commander.
Set the Mail Report function on the Setup 
page.
Entered values will not be applied unless 
you click on [Apply].
Note
Page Switching buttons
Entry area for [Administrator]
Entry area for [User]
Confirming the Information 
regarding the Projector
Operating the Projector from 
a Computer
Using the Mail Report 
Function
Information area
Operation area