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The image is not clear. Check if the projector is in focus. 18
The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated 
on the lens. In such a case, let the projector sit for about two 
hours with the power on.–
The image is noisy. Check if the connecting cable is connected to external 
equipment properly.9
No sound. Check that the connecting cables between the projector and 
external video or audio equipment are securely connected.9
Check if the output setting of connected external audio 
equipment is set for output the audio signal from the projector.–
Audio is not output if audio muting is activated. 7
Check if the “Audio Output Vol.” is set to minimum. 31
The image becomes 
darker or brighter.When the lamp is dimmed for a long time, brightness may 
increase temporarily, but this is not malfunction.–
The Remote 
Commander does not 
work.Check that the batteries are installed correctly. –
Check that the batteries are not exhausted. –
Check if the “ID Mode” of the projector corresponds to that of 
the Remote Commander.8, 32
Check the setting for “IR Receiver.” 32
The fan is noisy. The sound from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the 
lamp, etc. in the following cases.
 “Lamp Mode” is set to “High.”
 The projector is in at high altitude (“High Altitude Mode” is 
set to “On”)
 Temperature is very high.25, 37
 Check that the air filter is clogged, then clean or replace it.
 Check that the ventilation holes (intake/exhaust) are not 
blocked by a wall or an object and secure a sufficient gap.4
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Replacing the Lamp
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image (page 49).
Use an LMP-F370/F280 projector lamp (not supplied) for replacement.
 The lamp remains hot after the projector is 
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may 
burn your finger. When you replace the 
lamp, wait for at least an hour after 
turning off the projector for the lamp to 
cool sufficiently.
 Do not allow any metallic or inflammable 
objects into the lamp replacement slot after 
removing the lamp, otherwise it may cause 
electrical shock or fire. Do not put your 
hands into the slot.
If the lamp breaks, contact qualified 
Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp 
yourself.
 When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it 
out straight, by holding the designated 
location. If you touch a part of the lamp other 
than the designated location, you may be 
burned or injured. If you pull out the lamp 
while the projector is tilted, the pieces may 
scatter if the lamp breaks any may cause 
injury.
1Turn off the projector, and disconnect 
the AC power cord from a wall outlet.
2When the lamp has cooled 
sufficiently, open the rear panel by 
loosening the 3 screws.
Caution
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3Loosen the 3 screws on the lamp (1) 
then pull out the lamp by its grab (
2).
4Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place (
1). Tighten the 
3 screws (
2).
5Close the rear panel and tighten the 
3 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 SET 
SETTING menu then press the ENTER 
key. When a message appears, select 
“Yes” to reset the lamp timer (page 31).
a b
Burn-out
Grab
Screws
a
b
New lamp
grab
Screws
Note
Caution
For the customers in the 
U.S.A. and Canada
 Lamp contains 
mercury. Dispose according 
to applicable local, state/
province and federal laws.
For additional information, 
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Cleaning the Air 
Filter
When the message that prompts cleaning the 
air filter appears, clean the air filter.
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 continue to use the projector even 
after the message is displayed, 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 a wall outlet.
2Slide the lock switch on the side cover 
toward UNLOCK to unlock the cover. 
3Slide the side cover downward by 
pushing its upper corners on both 
sides to remove the side cover.
4Loosen the screws (four) and pull out 
the filter cover by pinching the grab on 
the left side.
5Pull out the air filter from the main 
unit.
Caution
Side cover
Lock switchesFilter cover Screws
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6Clean the air filter with a vacuum 
cleaner.
7Replace the air filter and attach the 
filter cover.
When attaching the filter cover, fit the 
two tabs on the right into place, turn the 
filter cover using the right side as an 
axis, and fit the two tabs on the left into 
place. Then, tighten the four screws.
8Fit the two tabs on the side cover into 
place and slide the side cover upward.
9Lock the side cover.
Be sure to attach the air filter firmly; the power 
cannot be turned on if it is not attached 
securely.
Replacing the 
Projection Lens
 Avoid removing/attaching the lens with the 
projector installed suspended from a ceiling.
 For usable projection lenses, see “Optional 
accessories” (page 59).
 Do not attach any lens other than the 
specified accessory lens sold separately.
 Be careful not to drop the projection lens.
 Avoid touching the lens surface.
1Return the projection lens to the center 
position.
While the unit is turned on, press the 
LENS SHIFT button on the Remote 
Commander, then press the RESET 
button on it. The projection lens returns 
to the center position.
The projection lens cannot be removed 
unless it has returned to the center position.
2Turn off the projector, then unplug the 
AC power cord from the wall outlet.
When replacing the lens, your eyes may 
be damaged if a strong light accidently 
gets into your eyes. Before replacing the 
lens, turn off the projector and then 
unplug the AC power cord.
3While pressing and holding down the 
LENS RELEASE button, rotate the Note
Ta b s
Ta b s
Tabs
Notes
Removing
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projection lens counterclockwise to 
pull out the lens straight.
1Fully insert the projection lens with 
the index on the lens facing toward the 
top surface of the main unit.
2Rotate the lens clockwise until it 
clicks.
When attaching the projection lens, do not 
press the LENS RELEASE button.
Attaching
LENS RELEASE 
buttonProjection lens
Top of surface of the main unit 
Index
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Specifications
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH65/VPL-FH60
Display system 3 LCD system
Display device Size of effective 
display area0.76 (19.3 mm) × 3, Aspect ratio 16:10
Number of pixels 6,912,000 (1920 × 1200 × 3) pixels
Light source High-pressure mercury lamp
Light output VPL-FH65: 6,000 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to 
“High”)
VPL-FH60: 5,000 lm (when “Lamp Mode” is set to 
“High”)
Displayable 
scanning 
frequency
*1
Horizontal: 15 kHz to 92 kHz, Vertical: 48 Hz to 92 Hz
Display resolution Computer signal 
inputMaximum display resolution: 1920 × 1200 dots
Panel display resolution: 1920 × 1200 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
Color system NTSC
3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43,  PA L - M ,  PA L - N ,  
PA L 6 0
Computer and 
video signal input/
outputINPUT ARGB/YP
BPR input terminal: 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: TTL level high impedance, 
positive/negative
Audio input terminal: Stereo mini jack, rated input 
500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms
INPUT BDVI-D input terminal: DVI-D 24-pin (Single link), DVI 
1.0 compliant, HDCP support
Audio input terminal: Shared with INPUT A
INPUT CHDMI input connector: HDMI 19-pin, digital RGB/
YP
BPR, HDCP support, HDMI audio support
INPUT DHDBaseT terminal: RJ45
HDBaseT transmittable signal: HDMI (Video, Audio), 
RS-232C, Ethernet (100BASE-TX)
HDBaseT LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or higher, 
straight, not supplied), Maximum length: 100 m
VIDEO INVideo input terminal: BNC, 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync 
negative, 75 ohms terminated
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OUTPUT AMONITOR output terminal: 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 terminal: Stereo mini jack,  stereo, 1 
Vrms (maximum volume, when inputting 500 mVrms), 
output impedance 5 kilohms
OUTPUT BDVI-D output terminal: DVI-D 24-pin (Single link), 
DVI 1.0 compliant, non-HDCP compliant
Control signal 
input/outputRS-232C terminal: D-Sub 9 pin male
LAN terminal: RJ45, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
CONTROL S input terminal (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)/20% to 80% (no 
condensation)
Storage 
temperature/
Storage humidity–10 °C to +60 °C (14 °F to +140 °F)/ 20% to 80% (no 
condensation)
Power required VPL-FH65: AC 100 V to 240 V, 5.0 A to 2.1 A, 50/60 Hz
VPL-FH60: AC 100 V to 240 V, 4.3 A to 1.8 A, 50/60 Hz
Power 
consumptionAC 100 V to 
120 VVPL-FH65: 498 W
VPL-FH60: 429 W
AC 220 V to 
240 VVPL-FH65: 483 W
VPL-FH60: 416 W
Power 
consumption 
(Standby Mode)AC 100 V to 
120 VVPL-FH65: 0.5 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to 
“Low”)
VPL-FH60: 0.5 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to 
“Low”)
AC 220 V to 
240 VVPL-FH65: 0.5 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to 
“Low”)
VPL-FH60: 0.5 W (when “Standby Mode” is set to 
“Low”)
Power 
consumption 
(Networked 
Standby Mode)AC 100 V to 
120 VVPL-FH65: 15.0 W (LAN), 15.0 W (HDBaseT), 15.0 W 
(All Terminals and Networks Connected)
(when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”)
VPL-FH60: 15.0 W (LAN), 15.0 W (HDBaseT), 15.0 W 
(All Terminals and Networks Connected)
(when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”)
AC 220 V to 
240 VVPL-FH65: 13.3 W (LAN), 13.3 W (HDBaseT), 13.3 W 
(All Terminals and Networks Connected)
(when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”)
VPL-FH60: 13.3 W (LAN), 13.3 W (HDBaseT), 13.3 W 
(All Terminals and Networks Connected)
(when “Standby Mode” is set to “Standard”)
ItemDescription
Model nameVPL-FH65/VPL-FH60 
						

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The values for mass and dimensions are approximate.
*1: For details, refer to “Acceptable Input Signals” on page 61.
*2: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local 
Sony Authorized Dealer.
*3: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of August 2015.
Design and specifications of the unit, including the optional accessories, are subject to change 
without notice.Heat dissipation AC 100 V to 
120 VVPL-FH65: 1699 BTU/h
VPL-FH60: 1464 BTU/h
AC 220 V to 
240 VVPL-FH65: 1648 BTU/h
VPL-FH60: 1419 BTU/h
Outside 
dimensions460 × 175 × 515 mm (18 
1/8 × 6 7/8 × 20 9/32) (W/H/
D)
460 × 169 × 515 mm (18 
1/8 × 6 21/32 × 20 9/32)  (W/H/
D) (without protrusions)
Mass VPL-FH65: Approx. 13 kg (28 lb)
VPL-FH60: Approx. 13 kg (28 lb)
Supplied 
accessoriesSee “Checking the Supplied Accessories” in the supplied 
Quick Reference Manual.
Optional 
accessories
*2 *3Projection Lens VPLL-3007: Manual focus, Projected 
image size: 60 to 300 (1.52 m to 7.62 m), Maximum 
external dimensions (W × H × D): 150 × 150 × 222 mm 
(5 
29/32 × 5 29/32 × 8 3/4), Mass: 1.7 kg (3.7 lb 60 oz)
Projection Lens VPLL-Z3009: Manual focus/zoom, 
Projected image size: 60 to 300 (1.52 m to 7.62 m), 
Maximum external dimensions (W × H × D): 150 × 150 
× 217 mm (5 
29/32 × 5 29/32 × 8 19/32), Mass: 1.7 kg 
(3.7 lb 60 oz)
Projection Lens VPLL-Z3024: Electric 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 × 105 × 177 mm (3
13/16 × 
49/64 × 631/32), Mass: 1.2 kg (2.6 lb 42 oz)
Projection Lens VPLL-Z3032: Electric 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 × 105 × 177 mm (3
13/16 × 
49/64 × 631/32), Mass: 1.2 kg (2.6 lb 42 oz)
Notes
ItemDescription
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Pin assignment
DVI-D terminal (DVI-D, female)RGB input terminal (Mini D-sub 15-
pin, female)
RS-232C terminal (D-Sub 9-pin, male)
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