Sony VPL-FE40 review

General
Projector type:	fixed
Display technology:	3-panel LCD
Dimensions (W x H x D):	53.2 x 14.5 x 35.2 cm
Weight:	9.8 kg

Image
Native resolution:	1400 x 1050 pixels
Aspect ratio:	4 : 3
Contrast ratio:	1 : 700
Vertical scan rate (max):	92 Hz
Horizontal scan rate (max):	92 KHz
Brightness:	4000 ANSI Lumens

Optics
Lens aperture:	f30.6 to 39.7 mm, F1.66 to 2.18
Optical zoom:	1.3 x
Image size (max):	600 in
Image size (min):	40 in
Projection distance (max):	15.2 m
Projection distance (min):	1 m
Lamp type:	UHP
Lamp power:	275 W
Lamp life:	2500 h

Video input
Analogue video signal:	component video, composite video, S-Video, RGB
Analogue video input:	mini DIN, mini-D-Sub (15-pin), RCA

Power
Power consumption in operation:	400 W

Service & support
Standard warranty:	3 years

Connectivity / expansion
Infrared:	Yes
Serial:	Yes
USB:	No
Ethernet (wired):	10/100Mbps

Miscellaneous
Speaker(s):	1.8W stereo
Packaged contents:	quick reference manual, software & manual on CD, AC power cord, lens cap, AA (R6) batteries, remote control

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Sony VPL-FE40

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Editors rating: 8.1

Verdict

The VPL-FE40 is an ideal projector for showcasing presentations, video and images in medium- to large-sized meeting rooms and auditoriums. The only downside is the cost, both to purchase and run, which will limit the VPL-FE40 to large organisations with big budgets.