Sony Projector VPL-FH65 User Manual

4-577-702-11 (1)
© 2015 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-FH65/FH60
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check 
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. 

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Table of Contents
Overview
Location and Function of Controls  .... 4
Main Unit  ..................................... 4
Terminals ..................................... 5
Remote Commander and Control 
Panel ......................................... 6
Preparation
Connecting the Projector  ................... 9
Connecting a Computer  ............... 9
Connecting Video Equipment  .... 10
Connecting an External Monitor and 
Audio Equipment  ................... 12
Connecting Network 
Equipment...

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Others
Indicators ......................................... 47
Messages List  .................................. 49
Troubleshooting ............................... 50
Replacing the Lamp ......................... 52
Cleaning the Air Filter  ..................... 54
Replacing the Projection Lens ......... 55
Removing ................................... 55
Attaching .................................... 56
Specifications .................................. 57
Projection Distance and Lens Shift 
Range...

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BOverview
Location and Function of Controls
aLens (page 55)
bFront panel 
cSide cover (page 54)
dVentilation holes (intake)
eVentilation 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 (exhaust) and the 
circumference as this may cause injury.
fTerminals (page 5)
gFront feet (adjustable) (page 18)
hLENS RELEASE button 
(page 55)
iRemote control receiver 
The remote control receivers are...

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Input (page 9)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input terminal 
(RGB/YPBPR)
Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO)
bINPUT B
Video: DVI-D input terminal (DVI-D)
Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO)
cINPUT C
Video: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input terminal (HDMI)
dINPUT D
HDBaseT terminal
eVIDEO (VIDEO IN)
Video: Video input terminal
Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO)
 The audio input terminals of the projector are 
for output to external equipment. Connect 
external audio equipment to output audio...

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lAC IN socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
Remote Commander
Control Panel
aTurning on the power/Going to 
standby 
? (On) key
1 (Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 17)
INPUT key
Direct input select keys
The E, F, and S VIDEO keys are not used 
with this projector.
cOperating a menu (page 24)
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
MENU key
RETURN key
RESET key
dAdjusting the image (page 18)
FOCUS key
Use this key when attaching the power 
focus lens.
ZOOM key
Use this key when attaching the...

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Use this key when inputting a computer 
signal. But it may not be enabled, 
depending on the resolution of the input 
signal and when displaying two pictures.
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 restore...

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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.
 With No Input: Standby
 Standby Mode: Low
User: Sets each item of the energy-
saving mode menu as you desire.
3Press the RETURN key to restore the 
previous image.
For details on ECO Mode settings, see 
“With No Input,” and “Standby Mode” 
on the Connection/Power menu 
(page 34).
If you set “ECO Mode” to “ECO,” or 
“Standby Mode” (in “User”) to “Low,” 
the network control...

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BPreparation
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.
 Use a no-resistance audio cable.
Connection with a computer is explained...

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INPUT C
For connecting a computer with an HDMI output terminal.
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo.
 Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are 
recommended.)
 The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signal or 
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) signal.
Connections with a VHS videocassette recorder, DVD player, or BD player are explained for 
each input signal.
VIDEO IN 
For connecting...