1. VPL-FX41
3LCD installation projector with 5200 ANSI lumens
styled projectors are excellent for bringing your
presentations to life.
Extremely High Resolution (XGA)
The VPL-FX41 offers native XGA (1024 x 768) resolu-
tion for high picture quality.
3LCD Projection System
Because the VPL-FX41 adopts a 3LCD projection sys-
tem, projected images are bright and natural. 3LCD is
The VPL-FX41 is the newest addition to the F-series a projection system using three LCD panels (also
range of projectors. Like its counterparts, (the VPL- known as high-temperature polysilicon or HTPS). This
FE40 and VPL-FX40), it features an ultra modern system provides high light transmission and excellent
sleek design and Sony’s innovative BrightEra techno- colour reproduction. It also provides smooth gradients
logy. The VPL-FX41 delivers an impressive 5200 ANSI in dark areas, and even helps prevent color breakup.
lumens compared to the 4000 ANSI lumens of the
VPL-FX40. It is capable of projecting bright and clear Dynamic Detail Enhancer (DDE) for High-Quality
pictures even in high ambient lighting environments. Video Images
This makes it ideal to deliver high-impact multimedia This unique Sony video-enhancing technology incor-
presentations in locations such as boardrooms, large porated in the VPL-FX41 projector generates high-
conference rooms, R&D facilities and university quality images of outstanding clarity. For interlaced
classrooms. video sources, I/P (Interlace/Progressive) conversion
is applied to the signals to project clear and sharp
With outstanding functionality, simple operation, and progressive images. When displaying film-originated
network capabilities, this projector will deliver seam- sources, signals converted by 2-3/2-2 pull down are
less presentations. Its ability to accept a broad array detected, and each frame of the original film is accur-
of signals, including those from sources equipped with ately reproduced.
the latest High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
further increases the dynamics of the presentation. 12-bit 3D Gamma Correction and 3D Digital Comb
This projector can be purchased with or without
Filter
lenses.
The VPL-FX41 projector incorporates 12-bit 3D
This product comes with PrimeSupport – fast, hassle- Gamma Correction circuitry to perform highly accur-
free repairs and a helpline offering expert technical ate gamma correction, achieving uniform image color
advice. Which gives you the peace of mind that Sony and brightness that extends right to the corners of
is looking after your equipment, and your business. the screen. What’s more, the 3D Digital Comb Filter
separates Y signals from C signals with great accur-
acy, which emphasises fine images and shape
Features boundaries.
Power Zoom/Focus/Lens Shift (Horizontal and
Outstanding Brightness of 5200 Lumens in a Beau-
Vertical)
tifully Styled Projector
The Zoom, Focus, and Horizontal and Vertical Lens
The VPL-FX41 data projector provides an outstanding
Shift functions available with the projectors’ supplied
brightness of 5200 lumens. This allows for dynamic,
power-operated lens and optional lenses can be con-
large-screen presentations even in high ambient light-
trolled both from the projector control panel and the
ing environments. By combining a new generation of
supplied Remote Commander unit. Images can be
inorganic LCD panels that utilize Sony BrightEra tech-
easily adjusted to the desired settings both during in-
nology with a powerful 275W lamp, these beautifully
stallation and when the projector is in use.
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2. VPL-FX41
Centered Lens Design
Benefits
The centered lens provides symmetry for a balanced
installation of the VPL-FX41 projector, and makes Flexible Orientation
setup very simple.
The VPL-FX41 projector can be tilted 90 degrees up-
Maintenance and Notifications Via Network wards or downwards. This flexibility allows the pro-
jectors to be used in several different ways, including
Because the VPL-FX41 projector can be connected to in a rear projection system.
a LAN, a number of functions can be performed re-
motely using a web browser. For example, the pro- Twin Stacking Capability
jector’s current status can be verified and simple con-
trols, such as powering the unit on or off, can be per- When applications require double the light output, the
formed. Also, the system can be set up to send VPL-FX41 projector can be twin-stacked. Pictures
automatic e-mail reports to designated recipients for from the two projectors are then matched using the
scheduled maintenance, including projected lamp life Picture Shift function on each unit.
and error reports.
Direct Power On
Digital Keystone Adjustment Activating this function allows you to skip standby
Vertical Keystone distortion of up to +/-30 degrees mode to power on the VPL-FX41 projector immedi-
can be digitally corrected via the OSD and/or Remote ately. Direct Power On is ideal for large-scale facilities
Commander unit of the VPL-FX41 projector. This en- such as museums, auditoriums, and conference halls,
ables detailed images to be projected with their cor- with images ready for projection as soon as the
rect geometry, even when installation space is circuit-breaker on the switchboard is turned on.
limited.
ID Function for Multi-Projector Installation
Monitor Output for Presenters The VPL-FX41 projector has a built-in ID function, so
Projected images can be monitored by connecting a each projector can be controlled independently from a
PC monitor to the VPL-FX41 projector’s monitor out- single Remote Commander unit. For multi-projector
put and placing it in the presenter’s field of view. This installations in a single room, this feature is indis-
allows the presenter to continually face the audience pensable both during installation and operation.
during the presentation for a fluid and professional
delivery.
Variety of Optional Lenses
The VPL-FX41 projector is supplied with a power lens
Quiet Operation as standard for most general applications. If a specific
The VPL-FX41 projector is incredibly quiet, allowing application requires a special lens, the VPL-FX41L is
for smooth and undisturbed presentations. The low available. The lens is not included with these project-
fan noise is attributed to a highly efficient cooling sys- ors, so any of four optional lens types can be selec-
tem based on Sony’s latest technology. ted. This flexibility allows the VPL-FX41L to be used
for a number of applications - from long-distance pro-
Multi-Function Remote Commander Unit jection in large auditoriums to short-distance rear-
projection applications.
The supplied Remote Commander unit for the VPL-
FX41 is useful for both setting up the projector during Easy Lamp Replacement and Filter Cleaning
installation and changing settings for a presentation.
This unit has buttons for direct input selection, so When it’s time to replace the lamp in the VPL-FX41
users do not have to toggle through the entire range projector, a timely message appears clearly on the
of inputs to select the desired one. With the projector screen. The lamp is accessible from the side of the
ID function, each projector in a multiple-projector in- projector and the filters from the front, so lamp re-
stallation can be controlled independently from a placement and filter cleaning can be performed
single remote. without uninstalling the projector.
Network Presentations Multitude of Inputs
When the VPL-FX41 projector is installed on a LAN, The VPL-FX41 projector accepts a wide variety of in-
presentations can be projected from any PC on that put signals, including HDMI (the latest standard for
network - whether connected via a LAN cable or wire- digitally connecting to high-definition systems), com-
lessly. Switching from presenter to presenter is as ponent and composite video, S-Video (Y/C), and com-
easy as clicking a mouse - there’s no fussing with puter signals up to UXGA (fV: 60 Hz) - which expands
cables. the system-connection possibilities. The VPL-FX41
projector is equipped with five BNC connectors, so
they can accept signals from sources such as worksta-
tions or professional video equipment, and these
sources can be located far away from the projector
because the interfaces support long-distance signal
transmission.
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3. VPL-FX41
Multi-Language OSD (On-Screen Display) they can even handle animated Microsoft PowerPoint
The OSD used for control of the VPL-FX41 projector is presentations.
available in 16 languages: English, Dutch, French,
Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Network Presentations Using Up To Five Projectors
Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese, simplified Chinese, Up to five VPL-FX41 projectors can be connected to a
traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Arabic. network, with the image from a single PC projected
on each of them. This feature is ideal for both large
Password-Authentication System venues and multiple rooms in which images have to
This function makes it possible to prevent projection be projected from various locations.
of a picture on the screen unless the required pass-
word is entered when the projector is turned on. Network Presentations Almost Anywhere
By manually registering your PC’s IP address to the
Picture Muting VPL-FX41 projector, images can be projected not only
The projector can temporarily disable the output of across the country, but across the globe. This is ideal
video signals. This function can be easily operated for applications such as distance learning and long-
with just the touch of a button on the supplied Re- distance corporate communication.
mote Commander unit.
Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
High-Speed Image Transfer over IP Networks Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically sizes
Because the VPL-FX41 projector employs efficient and adjusts a PC image display for optimum picture
compression and transmission techniques, they can performance. This allows users to concentrate on their
receive and project images via IP networks for effect- presentations, rather than time-consuming technical
ive presentations from any networked PC. In fact, adjustments.
Technical Specifications
Optical Speaker
Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens projec- Speaker 1.8 W x 2 (stereo)
tion system
LCD panel 0.79-inch XGA panel,
2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3) General
pixels
Dimensions (W x H x D) 532 x 145 x 352 mm, (21 x
Projection lens 1.3 times power zoom lens, f 5 3/4 x 13 7/8 inches)
30.6 to 39.7 mm, F 1.66 to
Mass Approx. 9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz)
2.18
Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 4.1-1.7 A,
Lamp 275 W ultra high pressure
50/60 Hz
lamp
Power consumption Max. 400 W, standby 15 W
Screen coverage 40 to 600 inches (viewable
(standard mode) / 0.5 W
area measured diagonally)
(low mode)
Light output 5200 lumens (lamp mode
Heat dissipation 1365 BTU
high)
4160 lumens (lamp mode Operating temperature 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F )
standard) Operating humidity 35 to 85 % (no
condensation)
Storage temperature -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 °F )
Signals Storage humidity 10 to 90 %
Colour system NTSC3.58, PAL, SECAM,
NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N,
PAL60 (automatically/manu- Inputs/Outputs
ally selected) Video In Video: Composite Video
Resolution Video: 750 TV lines, RGB: (RCA phono jack)
1024 x 768 pixels S Video: Y/C Mini DIN 4-pin
Acceptable computer fH: 19 to 92 kHz, fV: 48 to Audio : Stereo (RCA phono
signals 92 Hz (Up to UXGA (fV 60 jack x 2)
Hz)) Input A Analogue RGB: HD D-sub
Acceptable video signals 15 kHz RGB 50/60 Hz, Pro- 15-pin (female)
gressive Component 50/60 Audio: Stereo mini jack
Hz, DTV (480/60i, 575/50i, Input B Analogue RGB: HD D-sub
480/60p, 575/50p, 720/60p, 15-pin (female)
720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/ Audio: Stereo mini jack
50i, 1080/60p, 1080/50p), Input C Analogue RGB/Component:
Composite Video, Y/C video BNC x 5 (female)
Audio: Stereo mini jack
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Input D Digital RGB/Audio: HDMI Remote RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin
(HDCP) (female)
Input E Network: 10BASE-T/ Control S IN Stereo mini jack (plug-in-
100BASE-TX: RJ45 power)
Output Monitor out: HD D-sub 15
pin (female)
Audio out: Stereo mini jack
(Variable out)
Accessories
Warranty and Support Agreements
P r im eSu ppo r t P lu s F P J 2E
P r i m e S up p o r t P l us F P J L
An optional service offering that extends the
duration of the included PrimeSupport cover
If the projector lamp fails, this optional ser-
by 2 years - achieving a total of 5 years’
vice offering provides one free replacement
cover.
lamp during the 3 years of PrimeSupport
cover
P r im eSu ppo r t P lu s F P J 2E U
P r i m e S up p o r t P l us F P J U
An optional service offering extending dura-
tion of included PrimeSupport cover by 2
An optional service offering that provides a
years - achieving a total of 5 years’ peace of
free next-business-day loan unit throughout
mind. Also includes next business day deliv-
the 3 years of PrimeSupport cover.
ery of loan unit.
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