Sony VPL-FX51 User manual

Data Projector
VPL-FX51

In auditoriums or business conferences, for seminars or
school education, the VPL-FX51 lets you captivate
audiences with a new world of breathtaking image quality.
Delivering a high-brightness output of 5200 ANSI lumens*
and attractive, high contrast ratio that is twice as high as
conventional Sony products, it also enables you to give high-
impact multimedia presentations.
Seen from any angle, this beautifully designed projector brings an
elegant and stylish addition to any display environment. Its outstanding functionality –
including Sony-originated software and a networking capability – means you can show your
presentations and image files from anywhere with the same impressive ease and results.
*ANSI lumens is a measuring method of the American National Standards Institute IT 7.228. Since there is no uniform method of measuring
brightness, specifications will vary among manufacturers.
simulated picture
The new Sony
VPL-FX51
Data Projector
The new Sony
VPL-FX51
Data Projector
–where style meets
innovation.
–where style meets
innovation.
Super-high 5200-ANSI-lumens brightness
and excellent contrast
for your presentations and video images
simulated picture

The unique Sony video-enhancing technology generates high-
quality images of outstanding clarity.
For video sources, I/P (Interlace/Progressive) conversion is applied
to interlace signals to project clear and sharp progressive images.
When displaying film-originated sources, signals converted by 2-3
pull down* are detected, and each frame of the original film is
accurately reproduced.
The VPL-FX51 projects images with a high degree of accuracy by
adopting new driver circuitry that enables it to accept digital
signals directly.
* 2-3 pull down is only available for 60-Hz signals (NTSC).
High Quality and Performance
Dynamic Detail Enhancer (DDE) For High-Quality Video Images
The Sony VPL-FX51 Data Projector achieves an outstanding
brightness of 5200 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio that is
twice as high as conventional Sony products for dynamic, large-
screen displays. The high aperture ratio, 1.3-inch LCD panels,
together with a Micro Lens Array, provide significant light-
transmission efficiency. By combining
this advanced Sony LCD technology
with a new 300-W UHP lamp, you
can bring high-impact images to life
with stunning color fidelity.
Outstanding Brightness of 5200 ANSI Lumens
You’ll be attracted to the VPL-FX51 not only because of its
beautiful projected images, but also its simple yet sophisticated
design – making a statement even before it’s turned on. The exhaust
and connector panel are located on the front of the unit so that the
projector will blend in smoothly with its installation environment. It
has also been designed with symmetry in mind, with the centralized
lens offering simple, balanced installation design.
Elegant Design
Film
interlace
progressive
RGB Enhancer
The RGB Enhancer can be adjusted from the On-Screen
Display, for enriched and crisp
RGB image reproduction.
3D Gamma Correction
10-bit 3D Gamma Correction circuitry performs highly accurate
gamma correction to give uniform image color and brightness
that extend right to the corners of the screen.
3D Digital Comb Filter
Thanks to the Sony-originated 3D Digital Comb Filter
that separates Y signals from C signals with great
accuracy, it is easy to emphasize fine images and shape
boundaries.
I/P Conversion 2-3 Pull Down
odd-numbered lines even-numbered lines
(simulated picture)
Features

Digital Keystone Adjustment
Keystone distortion of up to ±20 degrees can be digitally
corrected via the On-Screen Display. This enables detailed
images to be projected with their correct geometry, even when
installation space is limited.
Direct Power On
Turning on this function enables you to skip standby mode and
activate the VPL-FX51 immediately. This function is ideal for
large-scale facilities such as museums, auditoriums and conference
halls, with images ready for projection as soon as you turn on the
circuit-breaker switch on the switchboard.
Variety of Lenses
The VPL-FX51 is supplied with a power lens as standard, with
three alternative lens types available as options. This choice of
lenses enables the VPL-FX51 to be installed in a wide range of
applications –from long-distance projection in large auditoriums
to short-distance rear projection applications.
Power Zoom/Focus/Picture Shift
The Zoom, Focus and Picture Shift functions of the supplied
power-operated lens can be controlled both from the projector
control panel and the supplied remote-control unit*. Images can
be easily adjusted to the desired settings.
* Standard lenses include motorized Zoom and Focus. Picture Shift function
only supported by optional lenses, which do not include motorized Zoom or
Focus.
Back to Front Tilt
The VPL-FX51 can be
tilted 90 degrees upwards
or downwards. This
flexibility greatly expands
your application
possibilities.
Stacking Capability
When applications require
double the light output, the
VPL-FX51 can be twin-
stacked*. Pictures from the
two projectors are then
matched using the Picture
Shift function on each unit.
* The optional VPLL-FM21
projection lens cannot be used
when the PL-FX51 is stacked.
Various Inputs
The VPL-FX51 accepts a wide variety of input signals, including
video, S-video, DTV and HDTV, as well as computer signals up
to UXGA (fV: 60 Hz), expanding its system-connection
possibilities. It also has a DVI input, so you can take advantage of
the new standard for the direct transfer of digital and analog
signals from a PC.
Installation Flexibility
ex.) Rear projection system
Features
Projection Lens
VPLL-ZM101
Projection Lens
VPLL-ZM31
Projection Lens
VPLL-FM21

Network Connections
The VPL-FX51 includes a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet
interface and a PC Card slot for wired/wireless connection to the
network. This network connection gives the VPL-FX51 great
flexibility and efficiency.
* Specified/Recommended Wireless LAN PC Card and PC Memory Card may vary
by area. For details, please contact your nearest Sony office.
Easy Maintenance Access
The network connection allows you to monitor and control
multiple projectors in one system. As long as the PC used is
within the network environment, maintenance can be carried out
centrally from virtually any location.
• Information access via a
web browser
Using a web browser, you can
check the projector's current
status and version information
from any PC on the same
network.
• E-mail reports
The automatic e-mail service
sends regular status reports
(including lamp life,
maintenance scheduling, etc)
and error reports to a
designated recipient.
• SNMP support
The VPL-FX51 complies with the Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP).
• Remote projector control
In addition to remote control using the RS-232C interface, the
VPL-FX51 can also be accommodated in various network-based
control systems via TCP/IP.
Network Capability
Presentations from a Networked PC
You can use any PC on the same network to communicate with
the VPL-FX51, via a web browser. This enables you to give
presentations through the network without connecting the
projector and PC using an RGB cable. You can also prepare
presentation files in the projector memory prior to a meeting or
event simply by sending files to the projector across the network.
* System requirements:
OS: Microsoft®Windows®98, Windows 98 SE, Windows ME or
Windows 2000, Windows XP Professional
Web browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later.
PC-less Presentations
Alternatively, it is not even necessary to use a PC to deliver
presentations. You can access files and project them effortlessly
using the supplied remote control unit alone.
• File access via the network
When the projector is connected to the network, shared files can
be retrieved and opened for projection from the Network
Projector startup window.
• Remote Desktop function
The VPL-FX51 also supports a Remote Desktop function, which
allows it to access any data or application stored on a networked
PC running a Microsoft Windows XP Professional system.
• PC Card presentations
Presentation files can also be projected directly by inserting the
PC Memory Card into the PC Card slot.
Application Software for Presentation Control
The VPL-FX51 includes a selection of original Sony application
software. The Presentation Viewer* enables you to prepare and run
PowerPoint (PPT, PPS), Excel (XLS) and Word (DOC) presentation
files, while the Image Viewer allows for JPEG/GIF/BMP/PNG
presentations. Presentation files in the projector memory can also be
added or deleted using the File Manager.
Wired Wireless Infrastructure Wireless Peer to Peer (Ad-hoc)
Application
Select
Presentation Viewer Image Viewer File Manager
LAN
Hub/
Router
Ether
LAN
Access
Point
Wireless LAN
PC Card
Wireless LAN
PC Card
Hub/
Router
Wireless LAN
PC Card
Wireless LAN
PC Card
* Some functions with which original files are equipped may not work because
the Presentation Viewer is only a basic viewer.

APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
Dot phase and image size or shift can be automatically adjusted
to their optimal settings simply by pressing the APA button.
Easy Maintenance
The projector's required air filter cleaning cycle coincides with
the recommended lamp replacement cycle, meaning you can
perform maintenance on both at the same time.
Low Fan Noise
The VPL-FX51 realizes low fan noise for smooth, undisturbed
presentations.
On-Screen Display (OSD)
The On-Screen Display
–used to control the
projector –is available in
nine languages: English,
French, Spanish,
German, Italian,
Japanese, Chinese,
Portuguese and Korean.
The supplied remote-control unit is useful for both
projector setup and delivering presentations. Functions
such as lens control, mouse control, Digital Zoom and
Freeze can be operated from this wireless control
unit, while the built-in laser pointer is a useful tool
for more effective presentation. In addition,
function keys on the remote-control unit
provide easy startup of network functions, and
network applications can be launched at the push
of a button.
Digital Zoom
With the 4-times Digital Zoom, you can zoom in on one section of the
presentation for a closer look, to convey your message more clearly.
Freeze
For smart presentations, the Freeze function displays a freeze-
frame while you are preparing or switching to the next image.
Other
Multi-Function Remote-Control Unit
Two settings can be saved
(Presentation Viewer, Image
Viewer, Internet Browser, etc.)
Projector Lamp (for replacement)
LMP-F300 Suspension Support
PSS-620
Video Signal Cables
SMF-400
HD D-sub 15-pin to 5 BNC
Fixed Short Focus Lens Zoom Short Focus Lens Zoom Long Focus Lens
VPLL-FM21 VPLL-ZM31
VPLL-ZM101
F 2.0 1.9-2.0 2.0-2.6
Throw ratio*10.9:1 1.55-1.7:1 3.3-5.0:1
Zoom —x 1.1 x 1.5
Throwing Distance
Wide Tele Wide Tele
Screen size*
2
40-inch 690 mm 1190 mm 1250 mm 2600 mm 3890 mm
60-inch 1080 mm 1840 mm 1940 mm 4000 mm 5940 mm
80-inch 1460 mm 2490 mm 2620 mm 5410 mm 7980 mm
100-inch 1850 mm 3150 mm 3300 mm 6810 mm 10030 mm
120-inch 2240 mm 3800 mm 3980 mm 8220 mm 12080 mm
150-inch 2820 mm 4780 mm 5000 mm 10330 mm 15150 mm
200-inch 3780 mm 6410 mm 6710 mm 13840 mm 20270 mm
250-inch 4750 mm 8050 mm 8410 mm 17350 mm 25380 mm
300-inch 5720 mm 9680 mm 10120 mm 20870 mm 30500 mm
*1 Distance between the center of the projector lens and the screen, divided by
the screen width.
*2 Viewable area, measured diagonally.
Screen keyboard
Features
Optional Accessories

Floor Installation
Ceiling Mount Installation
a
xb
c
a
xbc
Screen size* 40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300
a min mm 1490 2280 3060 3850 4630 5810 7770 9730 11690
(inches) (58
3
/4) (89
7
/8) (120
1
/2)(151
5
/8)(182
3
/8)(228
7
/8) (306) (383
1
/8)(460
3
/8)
max mm 1820 2780 3740 4700 5660 7100 9500 11900 14300
(inches) (71
3
/4) (109
1
/2)(147
3
/8)(185
1
/8)(222
7
/8)(279
5
/8)(374
1
/8)(468
5
/8)(563
1
/8)
b min mm x-305 x-457 x-610 x-762 x-914 x-1143 x-1524 x-1905 x-2286
(inches) (x-12
1
/8) (x-18) (x-24
1
/8) (x-30) (x-36) (x-45) (x-60) (x-75
1
/8)(x-90
1
/8)
max x
c min mm x-415 x-567 x-720 x-872 x-1024 x-1253 x-1634 x-2015 x-2396
(inches) (x-16
3
/8) (x-22
3
/8) (x-28
3
/8) (x-34
3
/8) (x-40
3
/8) (x-49
3
/8) (x-64
3
/8) (x-70 11/32) (x-94
3
/8)
max mm x-100
(inches) (x-4)
* Viewable area, measured diagonally.
* Viewable area, measured diagonally.
* If you would like to input a signal that is not listed in the above chart, please contact your
local Sony sales office.
** The digital input complies with all signals marked with an asterisk in the table. When the
digital signal output from a computer is of a type other than those marked with an asterisk
among the memory numbers 6 to 39, it is automatically output according to the
specifications of the projector.
Screen size* 40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300
a min mm 1490 2280 3060 3850 4630 5810 7770 9730 11690
( inches) (58 3/4) (89 7/8) (120
1
/2) (151
5
/8) (182
3
/8) (228
7
/8) (306) (383
1
/8) (460
3
/8)
max mm 1820 2780 3740 4700 5660 7100 9500 11900 14300
(
inches) (71
3
/4) (109
1
/2) (147
3
/8) (185
1
/8) (222
7
/8) (279
5
/8) (374
1
/8) (468
5
/8) (563
1
/8)
b min mm c+91.4
( inches) (c+3 5/8)
max mm c+101.4
( inches) (c+4)
x min mm c+100
( inches) (c+4)
max mm c+406 c+558 c+711 c+863 c+1015 c+1244 c+1625 c+2006 c+2387
(
inches) (c+16) (c+22) (c+28) (c+34) (c+40) (c+49) (c+64) (c+79) (c+94)
No. Resolution fH(kHz) fV(Hz) H/V
1 VIDEO 60Hz 15.734 59.940 N/N
2 VIDEO 50Hz 15.625 50.000 N/N
3 480/60i 15.734 16.734
4 575/50i 15.625 50.000
5 1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000
6* 640x350 VGA-1 31.469 70.086 P/N
7* VGA VESA 85 37.861 85.080 P/N
8* 640x400 NEC PC98 24.823 56.416 N/N
9 VGA VESA-2 31.469 71.086 N/P
10 VGA VESA 85 37.861 85.080 N/P
11* 640x480 SVGA VESA 60 31.469 59.940 N/N
12* Mac 13 35.000 66.667 N/N
13* VGA VESA 72 37.861 72.809 N/N
14* VGA VESA 75 37.500 75.000 N/N
15* VGA VESA 85 43.269 85.008 N/N
16* 800x600 SVGA VESA 56 35.156 56.250 P/P
17* SVGA VESA 60 37.879 60.317 P/P
18* SVGA VESA 72 48.077 72.188 P/P
19* SVGA VESA 75 46.875 75.000 P/P
20* SVGA VESA 85 53.674 85.061 P/P
21* 832x624 Mac 16 49.724 74.550 N/N
22* 1024x768 XGA VESA 43 35.524 43.479 P/P
23* XGA VESA 60 48.363 60.004 N/N
24* XGA VESA 70 56.476 69.955 N/N
25* XGA VESA 75 60.023 75.029 P/P
26* XGA VESA 85 68.677 84.997 P/P
27* 1152x864 SXGA VESA 70 63.995 70.019 P/P
28* SXGA VESA 75 67.500 75.000 P/P
29* SXGA VESA 85 77.487 85.057 P/P
30* 1152x900 SUN LO 61.795 65.960 N/N
31* SUN HI 71.713 76.047 Composite sync
32* 1280x960 SXGA VESA 60 60.000 60.000 P/P
33 SXGA VESA 75 75.000 75.000 P/P
34* 1280x1024 SXGA VESA 43 46.433 43.436 P/P
35 SGI-5 53.316 50.062 SonG
36* SXGA VESA 60 63.974 60.013 P/P
37 SXGA VESA75 79.976 75.025 P/P
38 SXGA VESA85 91.146 85.024 P/P
39 1600x1200 UXGA VESA60 75.000 60.000 P/P
43 480/60p (Progressive Component) 31.470 60.000
44 575/50p (Progressive Component) 31.250 50.000
45 1080/50i 28.130 50.000
47 720/60p 45.000 60.000
48 720/50p 37.500 50.000
Preset Signal Chart
Signal Data
a: Distance between the screen and the center of the lens
b: Distance from the floor to the center of the lens
c: Distance from the floor to the foot of the projector
x: Free
a: Distance between the screen and the center of the lens
b: Distance from the ceiling to the center of the lens
c: Distance from the ceiling to the mounting surface of the suspension bracket
(183/208/233/283/308/335 mm adjustable when using the PSS-620)
x: Distance from the celing to the center of the screen
Installation Data
SonG/Y
or Composite
sync

OPTICAL
Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens projection system
LCD panel 1.3-inch p-Si TFT LCD panel with Micro Lens Array
2,359,296 pixels (786,432 pixels x 3)
Projection lens Approx. 1.3 times zoom lens, F1.7 to 2.0, f50.8 to 64.0 mm
Lamp 300 W UHP lamp
Screen coverage 40 to 300 inches (viewable area, measured diagonally)
Light output 5200 ANSI lumens
SIGNALS
Color system NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43
, PAL-M, PAL-N
(automatically/manually selected)
Resolution VIDEO: 750 TV lines, RGB: 1024 x 768 pixels
Acceptable signals RGB (fH: 19 to 92 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz (up to UXGA 60Hz)),
15 kHz component 50/60 Hz system,
Progressive component 50/60 Hz system,
DTV (480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p,
1080/60i, 1080/50i),
Composite video, S video
GENERAL
Cabinet color White
Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption Max. 400 W, Standby 5 W
Operation temperature 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F)
Operating humidity 35 to 85 %
Dimensions 480 (W) x 167 (H) x 502 (D) mm (19 x 6
5
/ 8 x 19
7
/ 8 inches)
Mass Approx. 10.5 kg (23 lb 2 oz)
Heat dissipation 1365 BTU
INPUTS/OUTPUTS
VIDEO IN
VIDEO Loop-through BNC type
1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω
S VIDEO Loop-through Mini DIN 4-pin (female)
Y 1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω
C Burst 0.286 Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC), 75 Ωor
0.3 Vp-p ±2 dB (PAL), 75 Ω
INPUT A
Analog RGB/Component 5 BNC (female)
R/R-Y 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB, positive, 75 Ω
G 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB, positive, 75 Ω
G with Sync/Y 1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω
B/B-Y 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB, positive, 75 Ω
SYNC/HD
Composite sync 1.0 to 5.0 Vp-p, high impedance positive/negative
Horizontal sync 1.0 to 5.0 Vp-p, high impedance positive/negative
VDVertical sync 1.0 to 5.0 Vp-p, high impedance positive/negative
INPUT B
Digital/Analog RGB DVI-I (TMDS)
INPUT C
ETHER 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
PC Card slot PC Card slot Type II
MONITOR OUT*
1
HD D-sub 15-pin (female)
R/R-Y, G/Y, B/B-Y: Gain Unity, 75 Ω
SYNC/HD, VD: 4.0 Vp-p (open), 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)
RS-232C D-sub 9-pin (female)
CONTROL S IN Stereo mini jack 5.0 Vp-p
/ PLUG IN POWER Plug in power DC 5 V maximum output 60 mA
TRIG Mini jack
POWER ON: 12 V output impedance 4.7 kΩ
POWER OFF: 0 V
SAFETY REGULATIONS
UL, cUL, DHHS, DNHW, FCC Class A, IC Class A, NEMKO,
CE (LVD, EMC), C-Tick, CCC, VCCI Class B, JEIDA
ACCESSORIES
Supplied accessories Remote Commander*
2
AA size Battery (2)
Lens Cap
Operation Manual
Operation Manual for Networking
Recommended PC Card/Wireless LAN Access Point List
Installation Manual for Dealers
Optional accessories Projector Lamp (for replacement) LMP-F300
Fixed Short Focus Lens VPLL-FM21
1.1 times zoom Short Focus Lens VPLL-ZM31
1.5 times zoom Long Focus Lens VPLL-ZM101
Suspension Support PSS-620
Signal Cable SMF-400/410
DIMENSIONS
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Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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*1 Digital RGB and Component signals are not output from the MONITOR OUT terminal.
*2 Laser Type: Class II
Wavelength: 645 nm
Output: 1 mW
Printed in Japan on recycled paper
464 (18 3/8)38 (1 1/2)
418 (16 1/2)
257.1(10 7/8)
51.7
(2 1/8)
166.4 (6 5/8)
219.7 (8 3/4)
73.3 (3) 59.5(2 3/8)
358 (14 1/8)
131.3 (5 1/4)88.4 (3 1/2)
479.5 (19)
unit: mm (inches)
Specifications