Sony Projector Vpl Fx41l Specifications

							VPL-FX41
VPL-FX41L
VPL-FE40
VPL-FE40L
VPL-FX40
VPL-FX40L
Advanced Installation Projectors
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Bright, Stylish, Easy to Install, and Simple to Use – 
You Can Even Make Presentation via a Network
The VPL-FX41*, VPL-FE40, and VPL-FX40 Data Projectors from Sony are ideal for vivid, clear 
presentations in many locations, from university classrooms to enterprise 
boardrooms and beyond.
Delivering extremely bright images from sophisticated bodies, these are excellent 
projectors for high-impact multimedia presentations.  The VPL-FX41 provides an 
outstanding brightness of 5200 lumens, while the VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 offer a high 
brightness of 4000 lumens.
For applications ranging from business conferences and seminars to education, in 
locations such as boardrooms, large conference rooms, R&D facilities, and university 
classrooms, these projectors will captivate audiences with breathtaking 
image quality.
The VPL-FE40 offers incredible SXGA+ resolution to project clear and crisp images even 
on large screens, while the VPL-FX41 and VPL-FX40 offer native XGA resolution for high 
image quality. 
With their outstanding functionality, simple operation, and network capabilities, these 
projectors provide you with the tools to perform seamless presentations.  
The projectors’ ability to accept a broad array of signals, including those from sources 
equipped with the latest High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface™ (HDMI™), can make 
your presentations more dynamic than ever before.  And with the model variants 
VPL-FX41L, VPL-FE40L, and VPL-FX40L, you can choose a lens that meets the 
requirements of your specifi c applications.  
System integrators will appreciate the projectors’ design – which includes features for 
easy installation, such as a centered lens and power zoom, focus, and shift – while 
maintenance personnel can easily replace lamps and clean fi lters as these are simple 
to access.
With all the features and functionality that you expect from Sony, particularly those for 
installation, projection, usability, and maintenance, the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40, and VPL-FX40 
are perhaps the most thoughtfully designed projectors available today.  Take your 
presentations to the next level!
* 
Unless otherwise stated, VPL-FX41 (or VPL-FE40 / VPL-FX40) refers to both VPL-FX41 (or VPL-FE40 / VPL-FX40) and the model 
variant VPL-FX41L  (or VPL-FE40L  / VPL-FX40L).
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Features
High-quality Images and 
Incredible Performance
Outstanding Brightness of 5200/4000 
Lumens in a Beautifully Styled Projector
The VPL-FX41 data projector provides an 
outstanding brightness of 5200 lumens, while the 
VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 data projectors offer a high 
brightness of 4000 lumens.  This allows for dynamic, 
large-screen presentations even in high ambient 
lighting environments. By combining a new 
generation of inorganic LCD panels that utilize 
Sony BrightEra™ technology* with a powerful 
275W lamp, these beautifully styled projectors are 
excellent for bringing your presentations to life.
*
"BrightEra" is a brand name for the category of next generation LCD 
panels having pixels with large aperture ratios and adopting inorganic 
alignment fi lms.  Sony is the fi rst manufacturer to succeed in 
developing this technology for a High-Temperature Polysilicon (HTPS)  
TFT LCD panel.
Extremely High Resolution 
(SXGA+ or XGA)
Offering native SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) resolution, the 
VPL-FE40 projects extremely clear and detailed 
high-quality images even on a large screen.  And 
the VPL-FX41and VPL-FX40 offer native XGA (1024 x 
768) resolution for high picture quality. 
3LCD Projection System
Because the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 
adopt a 3LCD projection system, projected images 
are bright and natural.  3LCD is a projection system 
using three LCD panels (also known as high-
temperature polysilicon or HTPS).  This system 
provides high light transmission and excellent 
color reproduction.  It also provides smooth 
gradients in dark areas, and even helps prevent 
color breakup.
Dynamic Detail Enhancer (DDE) for 
High-Quality Video  Images
This unique Sony video-enhancing technology 
incorporated in the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and 
VPL-FX40 projectors generates high-quality images 
of outstanding clarity.  For interlaced video sources, 
I/P (Interlace/Progressive) conversion is applied to 
the signals to project clear and sharp progressive 
images.  When displaying fi lm-originated sources, 
signals converted by 2-3/2-2 pull down are 
detected, and each frame of the original fi lm is 
accurately reproduced. 
12-bit 3D Gamma Correction and 3D 
Digital Comb Filter
The VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40  and VPL-FX40  projectors 
incorporate 12-bit 3D Gamma Correction circuitry 
to perform highly accurate gamma correction, 
achieving uniform image color and brightness 
that extends right to the corners of the screen.  
What‘s more, the 3D Digital Comb Filter separates Y 
signals from C signals with great accuracy, which 
emphasizes fi ne images and shape boundaries.
SXGA+ Resolution: Clear and Detailed Images (simulated image)
I/P Conversion
(simulated image) Odd-Numbered Lines Even-Numbered Lines
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Installation Flexibility and Easy 
Maintenance
Power Zoom/Focus/Lens Shift 
(Horizontal and Vertical)
The Zoom, Focus, and Horizontal and Vertical Lens 
Shift functions available with the projectors’ 
supplied power-operated lens and optional 
lenses* can be controlled both from the projector 
control panel and the supplied Remote 
Commander™ unit.  Images can be easily 
adjusted to the desired settings both during 
installation and when the projector is in use.
*
Not available with the optional VPLL-1008 fi xed-type lens.
Centered Lens Design
The centered lens provides symmetry for a 
balanced installation of the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and 
VPL-FX40 projectors, and makes setup very simple. 
Flexible Orientation
The  VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 projectors can 
be tilted 90 degrees upwards or downwards.  This 
fl exibility allows the projectors to be used in several 
different ways, including in a rear projection system.
Twin Stacking Capability
When applications require double the light output, 
the  VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 projectors 
can be twin-stacked*.  Pictures from the two 
projectors are then matched using the Picture Shift 
function on each unit.
*
The optional VPLL-1008 lens cannot be used when twin stacking.
Direct Power On
Activating this function allows you to skip standby 
mode to power on the  VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and 
VPL-FX40 projectors immediately.  Direct Power On 
is ideal for large-scale facilities such as museums, 
auditoriums, and conference halls, with images 
ready for projection as soon as the circuit-breaker 
on the switchboard is turned on.
ID Function for Multi-Projector Installation
The VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40  and VPL-FX40  projectors 
have a built-in ID function, so each projector can 
be controlled independently from a single Remote 
Commander unit.  For multi-projector installations 
in a single room, this feature is indispensable both 
during installation and operation.
Variety of Optional Lenses
The VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40  and VPL-FX40  projectors  are 
each supplied with a power lens as standard for 
most general applications.  If a specifi c application 
requires a special lens, the VPL-FX41L, VPL-FE40L 
and VPL-FX40L are available.  The lens is not 
included with these projectors, so any of four 
optional lens types can be selected.  This fl exibility 
allows the VPL-FX41L, VPL-FE40L and VPL-FX40L to be 
used for a number of applications – from 
long-distance projection in large auditoriums to 
short-distance rear-projection applications. Rear Projection System
* When using the VPLL-1008 lens, the center of the image projected from the lens must be perpendicular to and aligned with the center of the screen 
vertically (mirror usage is acceptable).  Also, the projector cannot be installed upside-down when using this lens.
** Distance between the center of the projector lens and the screen, divided by the screen width.               *** Viewable area, measured diagonally.
Throwing Distance
Screen Size***
    Projection Lens  Projection Lens  Projection Lens  Projection Lens  Projection Lens 
    Standard Focus Zoom Lens  Fixed Short Focus Lens  Short Focus Zoom Lens  Middle Focus Zoom Lens  Long Focus Zoom Lens
  Supplied Lens VPLL-1008
* VPLL-Z1014 VPLL-Z1024 VPLL-Z1032 
  
  F-number  1.66 to 2.18   2.0  2.0 to 2.8  2.0 to 2.3  2.0 to 2.4 
 Throw ratio
**  1.875 : 1 to 2.38 : 1    0.78 : 1  1.4 : 1 to 1.875 : 1  2.38 : 1 to 3.26 : 1  3.24 : 1 to 4.95 : 1
  Zoom ratio  x 1.30   —
  x 1.38  x 1.45  x 1.60 
            
Wide Tele   Wide Tele  Wide Tele  Wide  Tele
            
   40-inch    1,480 mm    1,900 mm  —    1,110 mm    1,500 mm    1,880 mm    2,590 mm    2,550 mm    3,940 mm
   60-inch    2,260 mm    2,880 mm     930 mm    1,690 mm    2,280 mm    2,860 mm    3,940 mm    3,890 mm    5,980 mm
   80-inch    3,030 mm    3,860 mm  1,260 mm    2,270 mm    3,060 mm    3,850 mm    5,280 mm    5,240 mm    8,020 mm
 100-inch    3,810 mm    4,840 mm  1,590 mm    2,850 mm    3,830 mm    4,840 mm    6,630 mm    6,580 mm  10,060 mm
 150-inch    5,740 mm     7,290 mm  2,420 mm    4,310 mm    5,770 mm    7,300 mm    9,990 mm    9,950 mm  15,150 mm
 200-inch    7,680 mm    9,740 mm  3,250 mm    5,760 mm    7,710 mm    9,770 mm  13,350 mm  13,310 mm  20,240 mm
 300-inch  11,550 mm  14,640 mm  4,910 mm    8,670 mm  11,600 mm  14,700 mm  20,060 mm  20,040 mm  30,430 mm
 400-inch  15,420 mm  19,540 mm —  11,580 mm  15,480 mm  19,630 mm  26,780 mm  26,760 mm  40,620 mm
 500-inch  19,290 mm  24,440 mm —  14,490 mm  19,360 mm  24,570 mm  33,500 mm  33,490 mm  50,810 mm
 600-inch  23,160 mm  29,350 mm —  17,400 mm  23,240 mm  29,500 mm  40,220 mm  40,220 mm  60,990 mm
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Easy Lamp Replacement and Filter 
Cleaning
When it’s time to replace the lamp in the VPL-FX41, 
VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 projectors, a timely message 
appears clearly on the screen.  The lamp is 
accessible from the side of the projector and the 
fi lters from the front, so lamp replacement and fi lter 
cleaning can be performed without uninstalling the 
projector.
Maintenance and Notifi cations Via 
Network
Because the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 
projectors can be connected to a LAN, a number 
of functions can be performed remotely using a 
web browser.*  For example, the projector’s current 
status can be verifi ed and simple controls, such as 
powering the unit on or off, can be performed.   
Also, the system can be set up to send automatic 
e-mail reports to designated recipients for 
scheduled maintenance, including projected 
lamp life and error reports.
*
Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher is required.
Digital Keystone Adjustment
Vertical Keystone distortion of up to ±30 degrees 
can be digitally corrected via the OSD and/or 
Remote Commander unit of the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 
and VPL-FX40 projectors.  This enables detailed 
images to be projected with their correct 
geometry, even when installation space is limited.
Multiple Interfaces for Flexible 
Operation
Multitude of Inputs
The  VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 projectors 
accept a wide variety of input signals, including 
HDMI (the latest standard for digitally connecting to 
high-defi nition systems), component and 
composite video, S-Video (Y/C), and computer 
signals up to UXGA (fV: 60 Hz)   
 
 
 
 
 
— which expands the 
system-connection possibilities.  The  VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 projectors are 
equipped with fi ve BNC connectors, so they can 
accept signals from sources such as workstations 
or professional video equipment, and these 
sources can be located far away from the projector 
because the interfaces support long-distance 
signal transmission.
Monitor Output for Presenters
Projected images can be monitored by connecting 
a PC monitor to the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 
projectors’ monitor output and placing it in the 
presenter's fi eld of view.  This allows the presenter to 
continually face the audience during the 
presentation for a fl uid and professional delivery.
Multi-Language OSD 
(On-Screen Display)
The OSD used for control of the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 
and VPL-FX40 projectors is available in 16 
languages:  English, Dutch, French, Italian, German, 
Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, 
Japanese, simplifi ed Chinese, traditional Chinese, 
Korean, Thai,  and Arabic.
Quiet Operation
The VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40  and VPL-FX40  projectors  are 
incredibly quiet, allowing for smooth and 
undisturbed presentations.  The low fan noise is 
attributed to a highly effi cient cooling system 
based on Sony’s latest technology. 
Multi-Function Remote          
Commander Unit
The supplied Remote Commander unit for the 
VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40  and VPL-FX40 
is useful for both setting up the 
projector during installation 
and changing settings for a 
presentation.  
This unit has buttons for direct 
input selection, so users do not 
have to toggle through the 
entire range of inputs to select 
the desired one.  With the 
projector ID function, each 
projector in a multiple-projector 
installation can be controlled 
independently from a single 
remote.
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Network Presentations
When  the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40  and VPL-FX40 
projectors are installed on a LAN, presentations 
can be projected from any PC on that network*
— 
whether connected via a LAN cable or wirelessly.  
Switching from presenter to presenter is as easy as 
clicking a mouse 
— there’s no fussing with cables.
*
Requires supplied application software to be installed on your PC.
High-Speed Image Transfer over IP 
Networks
Because the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 
projectors employ effi cient compression and 
transmission techniques, they can receive and 
project images via IP networks for effective 
presentations from any networked PC.  
In fact, they can even handle animated Microsoft
® 
PowerPoint® presentations. 
Network Presentations Using Up To Five 
Projectors
Up to fi ve VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 or VPL-FX40 
projectors can be connected to a network, with 
the image from a single PC projected on each of 
them.  This feature is ideal for both large venues 
and multiple rooms in which images have to be 
projected from various locations.
Network Presentations Almost Anywhere
By manually registering your PC’s IP address to the 
VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 projectors, images 
can be projected not only across the country, but 
across the globe.  This is ideal for applications such 
as distance learning and long-distance corporate 
communication. 
Other Features
• Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
•  Password-Authentication System
•  Picture/Audio Muting Network Presentation System Diagram
Sony cannot guarantee that application software will run properly even though all of the above system requirements are met.
Optional Accessories
LMP-F270Projector Lamp (for replacement)
PSS-610//ASuspension Support
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 System Requirements to Run Supplied Application Software 
 Hardware CPU: Intel® Pentium® III 600-MHz processor or faster, and CPU recommended by OS
    Memory: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended), and Memory recommended by OS
    Hard disk: 10 MB or more of free capacity
    Other hardware requirements: CD-ROM drive 
 Operating System Microsoft
® Windows® 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional Edition,  
    Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Business 
 Browser  Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher
 Display  Color resolution: 16-bit, 24-bit, or 32-bit
 Network RJ-45: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Notice Regarding Network Presentations:
•  When an image is sent from a computer to the VPL-FE40 projector, 
the image is processed using 1024 x 768 pixels. 
•  Animation effects and the slide show function in Microsoft 
PowerPoint presentations can be used; however, transmission 
delays may occur if a large number of effects are performed at 
once or if several slides are turned at once.
• Network transmission is not suitable for video.
•  Network transmission should not be used with sound.
•  Applications that use DirectX
® application programming interface 
may not be displayed properly.
•  When using Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Windows 2000 
Operating Systems, the user must be logged into an account with 
computer administrator access.
• Application software is provided in English and Japanese.
•  Network presentations may not be possible depending on the 
network  environment and available bandwidth.
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Preset Signal Chart
-  Preset signal Nos. 1-2, 21-25, 27-31, 33-35, 38-40, 46, 48-49, 51 and 56 are analog only.
- Preset signal Nos. 12-15 are digital only. 
-  Images may not be reproduced correctly when signals other than those listed above are input.
Dimensions
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Installation Diagrams (When using the VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 and VPL-FX40 with supplied lens)
a: Distance between the screen and the center of the lens
b: Distance between the fl oor and the center of the lens
c: Distance between the fl oor and the foot of the projector
x: Distance between the fl oor and the center of the screen (free)
Floor Installation
Ceiling Mounted Installation
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a : Distance between the screen and the center of the lens
a’ :  Distance between the screen and the screw hole (on the lens side) 
for the ceiling bracket
b : Distance between the ceiling and the center of the lens
c :  Distance between the ceiling and the surface of the suspension 
support (PSS-610 recommended)
[using adjustment pipe (b):  6, 7, 7 7/8 inches (150, 175, 200 mm)]
[using adjustment pipe (c):  9 7/8, 10 7/8, 11 7/8 inches (250, 
275, 300 mm)]
x : Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen (free)
For both Floor and Ceiling Mount Installations, image can be shifted horizontally by +/- 10 percent of the screen width.
* Viewable area, measured diagonally.
Unit: inches (mm)
No.  Preset signal    fH (kHz)  fV (Hz)  Sync
 1  Video 60 Hz  Video 60 Hz  15.734  59.940  – 
 2  Video 50 Hz  Video 50 Hz  15.625  50.000  –
 3 480/60i  DTV 480/60i  15.734  59.940  S on G/Y
 4 575/50i  DTV 575/50i  15.625  50.000  S on G/Y
 5  480/60p  480/60p (NTSC Progressive  31.470  60.000  S on G/Y
   component)     
 6  575/50p  575/50p (PAL Progressive  31.250  50.000  S on G/Y
   component)
 7  1080/60i  1035/60i, 1080/60i  33.750  60.000  S on G/Y
 8  1080/50i  1080/50i  28.130  50.000  S on G/Y
10  720/60p  720/60p  45.000  60.000  S on G/Y
11  720/50p  720/50p  37.500  50.000  S on G/Y
12  1080/60p  1080/60p  67.500  60.000  S on G/Y
13  1080/50p  1080/50p  56.260  50.000  S on G/Y
14  1080/24p  1080/24p  26.973  23.976  S on G/Y
15  1080/30p  1080/30p  33.750  29.970  S on G/Y
21  640 x 350  VGA Mode 1 (VGA 350)  31.469  70.086  H-pos, V-neg
22    VESA 85 (VGA 350)  37.861  85.080  H-pos, V-neg
23  640 x 400  NEC PC 98  24.823  56.416  H-neg, V-neg
24    VGA Mode 2 (TEXT)/VESA 70 31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos
25    VESA 85 (VGA 400)  37.861  85.080  H-neg, V-pos
26   640 x 480  VESA 60  31.469  59.940  H-neg, V-neg
27   Mac 13  35.000  66.667  H-neg, V-neg
28   VESA 72  37.861  72.809  H-neg, V-neg
29    VESA 75 (IBM M3)  37.500  75.000  H-neg V-neg
30    VESA 85 (IBM M4)  43.269  85.008  H-neg V-negNo.  Preset signal    fH (kHz)  fV (Hz)  Sync
31  800 x 600  VESA 56  35.156  56.250  H-pos, V-pos
32   VESA 60  37.879  60.317  H-pos, V-pos
33   VESA 72  48.077  72.188  H-pos, V-pos
34    VESA 75 (IBM M5)  46.875  75.000  H-pos, V-pos
35   VESA 85  53.674  85.061  H-pos, V-pos
36  832 x 624  Mac 16  49.724  74.550  H-neg, V-neg
37  1024 x 768  VESA 60  48.363  60.004  H-neg V-neg
38   VESA 70  56.476  70.069  H-neg V-neg
39   VESA 75  60.023  75.029  H-pos, V-pos
40   VESA 85  68.677  84.997  H-pos, V-pos
45  1280 x 960  VESA 60  60.000  60.000  H-pos, V-pos
46   VESA 75  75.000  75.000  H-pos, V-pos
47  1280 x 1024  VESA 60  63.974  60.013  H-pos, V-pos
48   VESA 75  79.976  75.025  H-pos, V-pos
49   VESA 85  91.146  85.024  H-pos, V-pos
50  1400 x 1050  VESA 60  65.317  59.978  H-neg, V-pos
51  1600 x 1200  VESA 60  75.000  60.000  H-pos, V-pos
55  1280 x 768  1280 x 768/60  47.776  59.870  H-neg, V-pos
56  1280 x 720  1280 x 720/60  44.772  59.855  H-neg, V-pos
60  1360 x 768  1360 x 768/60  47.720  59.799  H-neg, V-pos
61  1440 x 900  1440 x 900/60  55.935  59.887  H-neg, V-pos
62  1680 x 1050  1680 x 1050/60  65.290  59.954  H-neg, V-pos
63  1280 x 800  1280 x 800/60  49.702  59.810  H-neg, V-pos
  Screen size* 40  60  80  100 120 150  180 200 250 300 400 500 600 a min inches  58 3/8 89  119 5/16 150 1/8 180 3/8 226 1/8 271 3/4 302 1/2 378 1/2 454 7/8 607 1/4 759 5/8 912
    (mm) (1480) (2260) (3030) (3810) (4580) (5740)  (6900) (7680) (9610)  (11550) (15420) (19290) (23160)
   max  inches  74 7/8 113 1/2 152  190 5/8 229 1/4 287 1/8 345  383 5/8 480  576 1/2 769 1/2 962 3/8 1155 3/4    (mm) (1900) (2880) (3860) (4840) (5820) (7290)  (8760) (9740) (12190) (14640) (19540) (24440) (29350)
 b min inches x-12 x-18 x-24 x-30 x-36 x-45  x-54 x-60 x-75 1/8 x-90 1/8 x-120 1/16 x-150 1/8 x-180 1/8    (mm) (x-305) (x-457) (x-610) (x-762) (x-914) (x-1143) (x-1372) (x-1524) (x-1905) (x-2286) (x-3048) (x-3810) (x-4572)
  max         x
 
c min inches  x-15 1/2 x-21 1/2 x-27 1/2 x-33 1/2 x-39 1/2 x-48 1/2 x-57 1/2 x-63 1/2 x-78 1/2 x-93 1/2 x-123 1/2 x-153 1/2 x-183 1/2     (mm)  (x-392)  (x-545)  (x-697)  (x-850)  (x-1002) (x-1231)  (x-1459) (x-1612) (x-1993) (x-2374) (x-3136) (x-3898) (x-4660)
  max inches        x-3 1/2   (mm)        (x-88)
  Screen size* 40  60  80  100 120 150  180 200 250 300 400 500 600 a min inches  58 3/8 89  119 5/16 150 1/8 180 3/8 226 1/8 271 3/4 302 1/2 378 1/2 454 7/8 607 1/4 759 5/8 912
    (mm) (1480) (2260) (3030) (3810) (4580) (5740)  (6900) (7680) (9610)  (11550) (15420) (19290) (23160)
  max mm 1900 2880 3860 4840 5820 7290  8760 9740 12190 14640 19540 24440 29350
     inches  74 
7/8 113 1/2 152  190 5/8 229 1/4 287 1/8 345  383 5/8 480  576 1/2 769 1/2 962 3/8 1155 3/4 a’ min inches  61 1/2 91 3/4 122 1/2 152 7/8 183 1/8 299 1/4 274 7/8 305 1/4 381 5/8 457 5/8 610  762 3/4 915 1/8    (mm) (1560) (2330) (3110) (3880) (4650) (5820)  (6980) (7750) (9690) (11620) (15490) (19370) (23240)
   max  inches  77 5/8 116 1/4 154 3/4 193 3/8 232  289 7/8 347 3/4 386 3/8 483 1/4 579 5/8 772 5/8 965 1/2 1158 1/2    (mm) (1970) (2950) (3930) (4910) (5890) (7360)  (8830) (9810) (12270) (14720) (19620) (24520) (29420)
 b min inches        c+3 3/8   (mm)        c+85
  max inches        c+3 5/8   (mm)        c+91
 x min inches        c+3 3/8   (mm)        c+85
   max  inches  c+15 3/8 c+21 3/8 c+27 3/ c+33 3/8 c+39 3/8 c+48 3/8 c+57 3/8 c+63 3/8 c+78 3/8 c+93 3/8 c+123 3/8 c+153 3/8 c+183 3/8    (mm)  (c+390) (c+542) (c+695) (c+847) (c+999) (c+1228) (c+1457) (c+1609) (c+1990) (c+2371) (c+3133) (c+3895) (c+4657)
21 (5 32)
Front View  Side View  Top View 
19 5/8 (116)
2
5/8 (6 5 . 4)
51/4 (133) 19 
5/8 (4 97 )19 
3/4 (50 0) 41/2 (112)
11  3/4 (298) 11  ( 2 7 9 )
21/32 (16.5)
21 (532)
53/4 (145)
31/2 (87.5)
13  7/8 (352) 1
5/8 (4 0 ) 1
7/8
(47. 5 )
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							Specifi cations
•  Halogenated fl ame retardants are not used in cabinets or printed wiring boards.
•  Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
      VPL-FX41 (lens is supplied)  VPL-FE40 (lens is supplied)  VPL-FX40 (lens is supplied)
      VPL-FX41L (lens is optional)  VPL-FE40L (lens is optional)  VPL-FX40L (lens is optional)
 Optical    
  Projection system  3 LCD panels, 1 lens projection system   
  LCD panel  0.79-inch XGA panel,   0.79-inch SXGA+ panel,   0.79-inch XGA panel, 
      2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) pixels  4,410,000 (1400 x 1050 x 3) pixels  2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) pixels
  Projection lens  VPL-FX41/FE40/FX40  : 1.3 times power zoom lens, f 30.6 to 39.7 mm, F 1.66 to 2.18
      VPL-FX41L/FE40L/FX40L : Not supplied   
  Lamp   275 W ultra high pressure lamp   
  Screen coverage  VPL-FX41/FE40/FX40: 40 to 600 inches (viewable area measured diagonally)   
      VPL-FX41L/FE40L/FX40L: 40 to 600 inches (with VPLL-Z1014 VPLL-Z1024 or VPLL-Z1032) (viewable area measured diagonally)
        60 to 300 inches (with VPLL-1008) (viewable area measured diagonally)   
  Light output   5200 lumens (lamp mode high)  4000 lumens (lamp mode high) 
      4160 lumens (lamp mode standard)  3200 lumens (lamp mode standard) 
 Signals    
 Color system  NTSC
3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60 (automatically/manually selected)   
  Resolution  Video: 750 TV lines, RGB: 1024 x 768 pixels  Video: 750 TV lines, RGB : 1400 x 1050 pixels  Video: 750 TV lines, RGB : 1024 x 768 pixels
  Acceptable computer signals  fH: 19 to 92 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz (Up to UXGA (fV 60 Hz))   
  Acceptable video signals  15 kHz RGB 50/60 Hz, Progressive Component 50/60 Hz, DTV (480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/60p, 1080/50p),  
     Composite Video, Y/C video       
 Speaker       
      1.8 W x 2 (stereo)   
 General       
  Dimensions (W x H x D)  21 x 5 
3/4 x 13 7/8 inches, (532 x 145 x 352 mm)    
  Weight  VPL-FX41/FE40/FX40:  Approx. 21 lb 10 oz (9.8 kg)    VPL-FX41L/FE40L/FX40L:  Approx. 19 lb 13 oz (9.0 kg)   
  Power requirements  AC 100 to 240 V, 4.1-1.7 A, 50/60 Hz   
  Power consumption  Max. 400 W, standby 15 W (standard mode) / 0.5 W (low mode)   
  Heat dissipation  1365 BTU   
  Operating temperature  32 to 95 °F (0 to 35 °C)   
  Operating humidity  35 to 85 % (no condensation)   
  Storage temperature  -4 to 140 °F (-20 to 60 °C)   
  Storage humidity  10 to 90 %   
 Inputs/Outputs      
  Video In  Video  Composite Video (RCA phono jack)   
      S Video  Y/C Mini DIN 4-pin   
      Audio  Stereo (RCA phono jack x 2)   
  Input A  Analog RGB  HD D-sub 15-pin (female)   
      Audio  Stereo mini jack   
  Input B  Analog RGB   HD D-sub 15-pin (female)   
      Audio  Stereo mini jack   
 Input C 
Analog RGB/Component  BNC x 5 (female)   
      Audio  Stereo mini jack   
  Input D  Digital RGB/Audio  HDMI (HDCP)   
  Input E  Network  10BASE-T/100BASE-TX: RJ45   
  Output   Monitor out  HD D-sub 15 pin (female)   
      Audio out  Stereo mini jack (Variable out)   
  Remote  RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin (female)   
  Control S IN  Stereo mini jack (plug-in-power)   
 Supplied accessories      
      Remote Commander Unit (1), Size AA (R6) batteries (2), Lens Cap (1) (for VPL-FX41, VPL-FE40 & VPL-FX40), Lens hole cover (1) (for VPL-FX41L, VPL-FE40L & 
      VPL-FX40L), AC power code (1), Operating Instructions and Application Software (CD-ROM) (1), Quick Reference Manual (1), Safety Regulations (1), Security Label (1)
Sony Electronics Inc.
1 Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
sony.com/projectors
DI-0162   (MK10516V1)
© 2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
Features and specifi cations are subject to change without notice.
All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Projected images in this 
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HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered 
tramarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Printed in USA (10/08)
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