Sony Projector VPL-CH370 User Manual

							11Connecting the Projector
Preparation
USB connector (Type A) ( )
For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) (“Presentation 
Function via Network” (page 47)).
 Undesignated USB wireless LAN modules do not work.
 When connecting/disconnecting the USB wireless LAN module, make sure that the projector is in 
Standby mode (Standby Mode: “Low”), or the AC power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.
 When wirelessly connecting a tablet PC/smartphone to the projector via USB wireless LAN 
module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied), set “WLAN Network” to “Access Pt. (Manual)” in the 
projector’s “WLAN Settings” (page 31).
 For connecting to the access point, access to the Web browser, and input the settings for the access 
point to connect. For details, see “Setting the WLAN Network of the projector” (page 41).
Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input 
signal.
S VIDEO IN
For connecting video equipment with an S-video output connector.
Notes
Connecting a Video equipment
USB wireless LAN module 
IFU-WLM3 (not supplied)
Tablet PC/Smartphone
Computer
Wireless router, access 
point
S video output 
connector
Audio output 
connectorS video cable (not supplied)
Video equipment
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) 
(not supplied) 
						

							12Connecting the Projector
VIDEO IN 
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
INPUT A
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector.
INPUT B/INPUT C
 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.
Notes
Video cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied)Video output 
connector
Audio output 
connector
Video equipment
Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Video equipmentYP
BPR output 
connector
Audio output 
connector
Video equipmentHDMI cable 
(not supplied)
HDMI output 
connector
For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector. 
						

							13Connecting the Projector
Preparation
For connecting the computer, video equipment, and network equipment via the HDBaseT 
transmitter.
Connecting to the computer
INPUT D
Connecting to the video equipment
INPUT D
Notes for connecting this unit and the HDBaseT transmitter
 Ask a professional or Sony dealer to perform wiring. If wiring is not correct, the transmission 
characteristics of the cable will not be achieved, and image or sound may break up or you may 
experience unstable performance.
 Connect the cable directly to the HDBaseT transmitter without going through a hub or router.
 Use cables that meet the following conditions.
-CAT5e or higher
-Shielded type (covering connectors)
-Straight wire connection
-Single wire
 When installing the cables, use a cable tester, cable analyzer, or similar device to check if the 
cables meet the CAT5e or higher requirement. If there is a transit connector between this unit and 
the HDBaseT transmitter, include it when measuring.
 To reduce the affect of noise, install and use the cable in a manner where it is not rolled up and it 
is as straight as possible. 
 Install the cable away from the other cables (especially the power cable).
Connecting a HDBaseTTM equipment
ComputerHDMI output 
connector
HDMI cable (not supplied)HDBaseT transmitterLAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or 
higher, straight, not supplied)
Video equipmentHDMI output 
connector
HDMI cable (not supplied)HDBaseT transmitterLAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or 
higher, straight, not supplied) 
						

							14Connecting the Projector
 When installing multiple cables, do not bind them and keep the running parallel distance as short 
as possible.
 The transmittable distance of the cable is 100 m (approx. 328 feet) maximum. If it exceeds 100 m 
(approx. 328 feet), it may cause the image or the sound to break up, or cause a multifunction in 
LAN communication. Do not use the HDBaseT transmitter beyond the transmittable distance.
 Inquire about operation or function problems caused by other manufacturers devices with the 
relevant manufacturer.
Connecting to the network equipment
Connect this unit and the HDBaseT transmitter without a hub or router between them.
ComputerLAN 
connector
Wired connectionLAN cable (straight type) 
(not supplied)
Hub, Wireless router
HDBaseT transmitter Tablet PC/Smar tphone
Computer
Wireless connection
LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or 
higher, straight, not supplied)
Note 
						

							15Connecting the Projector
Preparation
To attach the HDMI cable
Fix the cable to the cable tie holder at the bottom of the projector, using a commercially 
available cable tie, as in the illustration.
Use a cable tie of less than 1.9 mm × 3.8 mm in thickness.
Microphone ( )
For connecting a microphone.
Only dynamic microphones are supported.
Connecting a microphone
Note
Cable tie holder
Cable tie 
(commercially 
available)Bottom of the projector
Microphone 
(not supplied) 
						

							16Connecting the Projector
OUTPUT
Projected images or input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor or audio 
equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier.
 Projected images can be output from INPUT A only.
 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.
Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment
Notes
Mini D-sub 15-pin 
cable (not supplied) RGB input 
connector
Audio cable (stereo mini plug) 
(not supplied) Audio input 
connector Audio equipment Display equipment 
						

							17Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
BProjecting/Adjusting an Image
Projecting an Image
The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install 
the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances 
and projected image sizes, see 
“Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 67).
1Plug the AC power cord into the wall 
outlet.
2Connect all equipment to the projector 
(page 9).
3Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.
4Turn on the connected equipment.
5Select the input source.
Press the INPUT key on the projector to 
display the menu for switching input 
signal on the screen. Press the INPUT 
key repeatedly, or press the 
V/v key to 
select an image to be projected.
6When projecting a computer image, 
switch your computer’s output to 
external display. 
The method to switch the output varies 
depending on the type of computer.
(Example)
To play video and audio using USB 
Connection, see “Playing Video and 
Audio using USB Connection” 
(page 51). To use Presentation Function 
via Network, see “Presentation Function 
via Network” (page 47).
7Adjust the focus, size and position of 
the projected image (page 18).
ComputerVideo equipment
Projector
Wall outlet
12 5
43
6
+ 
						

							18Projecting an Image
Adjusting the Projected image
Focus Size (Zoom) Position (Lens shift)
Focus ringZoom lever
2V shift screw
1H shift screw 
						

							19Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Adjusting the tilt of the projector by lens shift
You can adjust the position of the projected 
image by turning the screws for lens shift
(V shift screw and H shift screw).
1Lift up the lower end of the lens shift cover 
with your finger to remove it.
2Insert a Philips screwdriver to the 1H shift 
screw inside the unit and turn it to adjust 
right or left, and to the 2V shift screw to 
adjust up or down. Be careful not to look 
into the lens.
Continued turning of these screws will 
return the lens shift to its original position. 
Adjust the screws to set the lens shift to the 
optimum position. For details on the 
adjustment range, see the “Lens shift 
range” (page 69).
3Return the lens shift cover to the unit.Lens shift cover
2V shift screw
1H shift screw 
						

							20Projecting an Image
Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the front feet (adjustable)
You can adjust the height of the projector 
pushing the side button on this unit.
By changing the slope of the projector with 
front feet (adjustable), you can adjust the 
position of the projected image.
How to alter the angle
1Push in the foot adjust button at the side of 
the unit.
2Keeping the button pushed in, raise the 
main unit to the desired angle.
3Release the foot adjust button.
4For fine positioning, turn the right and left 
front feet (adjustable) beneath the unit.
 Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers.
 Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the front feet (adjustable) extended. It may cause 
malfunction.
Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image
Press ASPECT on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected image. 
You can also change the setting in Aspect of the Screen menu (pages 26, 28).
Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) 
If the image becomes trapezoidal, set the keystone manually.
When the projected image is a trapezoid, tapering to the top or bottom
1Press KEYSTONE on the remote 
commander once or select V Keystone in 
the INSTALL SETTING menu. 
2Use V/v/B/b to set the value. The higher 
the setting, narrower the top of the 
projected image. The lower the setting, the 
narrower the bottom.
Press the RESET key to restore the prjected image before adjustment.
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2
4
Notes
Increase the number 
towards plus
Increase the number 
towards minus