Sony Projector VPL-CH370 User Manual

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© 2014 Sony Corporation
Data
Projector
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-CH375/CH370/CH355/CH350
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check 
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. 

2Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Overview
Location and Function of Controls  .... 4
Main Unit  ..................................... 4
Connector Panel  ........................... 5
Remote Commander and Control 
Panel Keys ................................. 7
Preparation
Connecting the Projector  ................... 9
Connecting a Computer ................ 9
Connecting a Video
equipment ................................ 11
Connecting a HDBaseT
TM 
equipment ................................ 13...

3Table of Contents
Presentation Function via 
Network
Using Presentation Function via 
Network ........................................ 47
Installing Projector Station for 
Network Presentation  .............. 47
Starting Projector Station for 
Network Presentation  .............. 47
Projecting an Image  .................... 48
Connection Settings .................... 49
Using the Controller  ................... 49
Displaying Images or Files Sent 
from a Tablet 
PC/Smartphone ....................... 50...

4Location and Function of Controls
BOverview
Location and Function of Controls
aProjection lens
bFocus ring (page 18)
cZoom lever (page 18)
dLamp cover (page 58)
eAir filter cover/Ventilation holes 
(intake) (page 60)
fVentilation holes (intake) 
(page 60)
gVentilation holes (exhaust)
Do not place anything near the ventilation 
holes as this may cause internal heat 
buildup. Do not place your hand or 
deformable items (plastic, etc.) near the 
ventilation holes or around the projector, as 
it may cause...

5Location and Function of Controls
Overview
VPL-CH375/CH355
VPL-CH370/CH350
Input (pages 9, 11)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector 
(RGB/YP
BPR)
Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO)
bINPUT B
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
cINPUT C
Video: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
Audio: HDMI input connector (HDMI)
dINPUT D
HDBaseT connector*/LAN connector 
(page 37)
Use a straight CAT5e or CAT6 shielded 
LAN cable (not supplied).
*VPL-CH375/CH355 only
eS VIDEO (S VIDEO IN)...

6Location and Function of Controls
fVIDEO (VIDEO IN)
Video: Video input connector (VIDEO)
Audio: Audio input connector 
(L (MONO) AUDIO/R)
The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO are 
shared.
Output (page 16)
gOUTPUT
Video: Monitor output connector 
(MONITOR)
Audio: Audio output connector 
(AUDIO)
 This connector outputs the projected image 
only when INPUT A is used. 
 When the speaker setting is set to “Always 
On” and the lamp is turned off, the audio of 
INPUT A and the microphone are enabled.
Others...

7Location and Function of Controls
Overview
Remote Commander
Control Panel Keys
aTurning on the power/Going to 
standby mode
?/1 (On/Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 17)
INPUT key
cOperating a menu (page 24)
MENU key
RESET key
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
RETURN key
dAdjusting the image (page 18)
ASPECT key (page 26)
KEYSTONE key (page 20)
PATTERN key (page 22)
APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
* 
(page 22)
*
Use this key when inputting a computer 
signal via the RGB input connector 
(INPUT...

8Location and Function of Controls
*1: Use this key when inputting a 
computer signal. But it may not be 
used depending on the resolution of 
the input signal.
*2: Use this key when inputting a 
computer signal.You cannot use this 
key when 
“Type B USB” or 
“Network” is selected as the input.
fSetting the energy–saving mode 
easily
ECO MODE key
Energy-saving mode can be set easily. 
Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp 
Mode,” “With No Input,” “With Static 
Signal” and “Standby Mode.”
1Press the ECO...

9Connecting the Projector
Preparation
BPreparation
Connecting the Projector
 Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector.
 Use the proper cables for each connection.
 Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or 
cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.
 For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.
 Use a...

10Connecting the Projector
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo. 
 Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are 
recommended.)
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
USB connector (Type B) ( )
For connecting to a computer with a USB connector (“Playing Video and Audio using USB 
Connection” (page 51)).
LAN connector
For connecting to a...