Sony VPL-HS51A / VPL-HS60 Multimedia Projector - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Here is the manual... https://docs.sony.com/release/VPL-HS51A_HS60.pdf

To reset the lamp timer:
1) With the projector plugged in and turned off, press the 'ON/STANDBY' button to put the projector in 'STANDBY' mode. NOTE: You have to press the button on the projector itself, you cannot use the remote for this step (this is not clear in manual).
2) Now, using the remote, press the following keys in order: RESET, <--, -->, ENTER.
3) Timer should now read '0'.

HDMI PROCESSOR

You might have to change the input or start playing blu-ray disc and then change input via the remote to your projector. Make sure it's HDMI out on blu-ray if choice is given and HDMI in on projector.

no you cannot remove, you have to change the screen inside the monitor. the spot cause burn on the screen picture.

This model will only support 1080i. What you need to do is go into the display settings on your PS3 and set the max resolution that your TV will support to "1080i" That should get you going!

Is the buld u changed right and in working condition.please clean the optic lens and image CRT board which ( Scanner image board) to see if the issue remaisn or nott

The projector's lamp cover might not be securly on or you might need a new one, or the projector has blown a fuse that can be replaced other wise it could be your projector but be sure to contact your sony dealer first.

If this projector is an LCD (liquid crystal display), your LCD probably gone.This usually happens after a period of time with an LCD projector.Try cleaning the LCD or take it to your Sony dealer. yours faithfully Zkhan

Its your blue polarizer going bad. This happens over time due to the excessive heat generated in the projector. The main problem is that your projector has organic LCD panels that degrade over time and in turn degrades your blue polarizer. The same thing happened to my sanyo Z2. It took 5 years for it to show on my Sanyo because I only use the projector for sports and movies. not daily tv watching. In any case, it isnt worth it to spend the money ti fix it...jut put tat towrds a new projector. The latest crop of LCD projectors almost all use in-organic LCD panels that last much longer. Hope this helps.

This is not really a solution but when mine does this I switch the input to the projector to another video source and then back again. this usually makes it go away. If you find a better solution I would appreciate hearing it. Thanks.

I also have the same problem -- the fix is to replace the optical block ( Internal lamp engine ) which is a $1,100 part. I just purchased a used projector for half the price of the part.

Turn on projector and Press following button on remote in following order for less then 5 seconds..

RESET, <==, ==>, ENTER.

Above procedure is written in user manual page-49

If you need user manual of VPL-HS50, click Sony Support.

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vsurg: thanks

cmptrlink: welcome
vsurg: I purchased the bulb through electrified.com. OEM replacement for $249. Is there a difference between bulbs?
Read more cmptrlink: yeah the lamp should be purchased after proper specifing the device model, or the recommended lamp specified by the vendor
vsurg: It is the right lamp. Of that I am sure. The projector is a Sony VPL-HS51.
cmptrlink: hang on i will tell you the correct lamp number
vsurg: Manual says LMP-H130.
cmptrlink: is that the same one you got?
vsurg: Yes
cmptrlink: why dont you consult to a authorized sony service center.
cmptrlink: the lamp no. LMP-H130. is correct. but there must be some problem with the lamp or projector! is the lamp was packed when you got it?
cmptrlink: the projector normaly comes with 3 year warrenty
cmptrlink: To reset the lamp timer: 1) With the projector plugged in and turned off, press the 'ON/STANDBY' button to put the projector in 'STANDBY' mode. NOTE: You have to press the button on the projector itself, you cannot use the remote for this step (this
cmptrlink: is not clear in manual). 2) Now, using the remote, press the following keys in order: RESET, <--, -->, ENTER. 3) Timer should now read '0'.
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Hi 3mad

This is quite a sticky one as this could either be the lamp or the Ballast ( lamp's powersupply )

And the bad thing is that the only way to be certain , would be to first replace the lamp and if this continues the Ballast as well.

I would suggest you to replace the lamp first , as this is never a waste , you could always keep it as a spare and 99% of the time it is the lamp will give this kind of problem.

Good luck and thanks for using Fixya !

I've had a problem with the HDMI connector, had it replaced twice while my VPL-HS60 was under warranty. This connector seems very fragile, the first time I was not getting any signal from HDMI, so the repair shop ordered a new connector and replaced it, a couple of days after the it was not working again and found that they had to solder it back on the board. If you're not getting a signal from HDMI anymore that could be your problem.

check the Lamp unit. If Lamp is ok then check the ballast unit

open the lamp cover if the power indication comes and check the connectors of cover sensors. also check and service the complete unit by disassembling all the cards & connectors. Lamp life also has to check.

Hi,

You should be able to readjust the picture by moving the projector physically till you find the sweet spot.

I also have this same problem with my HS51A... With nothing on the screen you can see that the panel is physically shifted.