Sony Projector VPL-CH370 User Manual

							31The Connection/Power Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Connection/Power Menu
The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power.
Items Item descriptions
LAN Settings
IP Address 
Setup
*9Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the 
DHCP server such as a router.
Manual: To specify the IP Address manually.
WLAN Settings
*10
WLAN 
Connection*8On/Off: Set the wireless output of the USB wireless LAN module (not 
supplied) to On/Off.
WLAN 
Network
*14Access Pt. (Auto)/Access Pt. (Manual)/Client *11: Changes modes for 
WLAN. *12
Network Presentation
Connection 
CODEOn/Off: This is the presentation function via the network. It controls 
the connection using the displayed number (CODE) on the right bottom 
of the screen. During the image transmission, using the ENTER key on 
the remote commander makes Connection CODE display again.
HDBaseT setting Sets the function of the HDBaseT/LAN connector.
HDBaseT/LAN 
connectorHDBaseT: Connecting the HDBaseT transmitter and the LAN cable 
enables transmitting the signal of the Video, Audio, Ethernet, and 
RS-232C.
LAN: Connecting the LAN cable for Ethernet directly enables 
connecting to the network.
(Use when connecting the cable directly without the HDBaseT 
transmitter.)
RS-232C settingVia HDBa seT: You can connect this unit to the RS-232C connector via 
the HDBaseT transmitter. (Baud rate: 9600bps)
RS-232C connector: Use when connecting to the RS-232C connector 
of this unit directly.
Dynamic Range
*16Sets the image input level of the INPUT B/C/D connector.*17
Au to : Distinguishes the image input level automatically.
Limited: Set when the image input level is 16-235.
Full: Set when the image input level is 0-255.
Input-A Signal Sel.
Auto/Computer/Video GBR/Component: When set to “Auto,” selects 
the type of video signal input automatically when “Input-A” is selected. *1
ECO
Lamp ModeHigh/Standard/Low/Auto
*5 *15: When set to “High,” the image 
becomes brighter, and power consumption becomes higher. When set to 
“Low,” power consumption is minimized; however, the image will be 
darker. When set to “Auto,” brightness is adjusted automatically 
according to image content. Dark images are projected with brightness 
adjusted, leading to energy-saving. Bright images are projected 
brightly, without adjusting brightness.
Constant 
BrightnessOn/Off: Available when the lamp mode is set to High. Outputs light at 
a certain brightness. 
*13 
						

							32The Connection/Power Menu
*1: This may not be optimum depending on the input signal. In this case set manually according 
to the connected equipment.
*2: When “Standby Mode” is set to “Low,” the network and network control function cannot be 
operated while the projector is in standby mode.
*3: This varies depending on the “Lamp Mode” setting. 
*4: As the lamp is dimmed gradually, you may not notice any change in brightness. You might only 
notice that the lamp has dimmed when its brightness is restored after there is a change in input 
signal.
*5: This mode does not work for about three minutes after the lamp lights. A change in signal may 
not be detected depending on the input image. The lamp may become brighter at intervals 
during lamp dimming. However, this is not a malfunction. If With No Input is set, it takes 
priority.
*6: Select “Off” to avoid entering standby mode when there is no input signal.
*7: Does not function when “Type B USB” or “Network” is selected as the input.
*8: Reflecting changes in WLAN settings may take a few moments.
*9: To set the IP address manually, select “Manual”, press “Apply”, then enter the IP address.
*10: When you send images or files from a tablet PC/smartphone and display them (page 50), set 
“WLAN Network” to “Access Pt. (Auto)” or “Access Pt. (Manual),” to use USB wireless LAN 
module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) as a wireless access point.Auto Power Saving
With No InputLamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power 
consumption is reduced if no signal is input for more than 10 minutes.
The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. In 
Lamp Cutoff, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange. (page 53)
Standby*
6: If no signal is input to the unit for more than 10 minutes, 
the power turns off automatically, and the unit enters standby mode.
Off: You can deactivate the With No Input.
With Static 
SignalLamp Dimming
*4 *5 *7: If an image does not change for about 10 
seconds, lamp output is gradually reduced (approximately 10% to 
15%*
3) from that set in the Lamp Mode. Automatically the lamp slowly 
darkens to approximately 30% of its lamp output according to the 
selected time (with no change to input signal) “5,”  “10,”  “15,”  “20” 
minutes or “Demo.,” While dimming the lamp, the message “Lamp 
Dimming” appears. If you select “Demo.,” the image will start to 
darken about 40 seconds later. When any change in signal is detected, 
or an operation (remote control or control panel) is performed, normal 
brightness is restored.
Off: You can deactivate the With Static Signal.
Standby Mode*
2Standard/Low: When set to “Low,” lowers power consumption in 
Standby mode.
Direct Power OnOn/Off: When set to “On,” you can turn the power on without going to 
Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall outlet. 
With the projector turned off, you can also unplug the AC power cord 
without going to Standby mode, regardless of the Direct Power On 
setting. 
Notes
Items Item descriptions 
						

							33The Connection/Power Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
*11: The factory default settings for “Access Pt. (Manual)” are as follows.
SSID: VPL + MAC address for LAN
Security Method: WEP(64bit)
Wireless Password: sony1
To change the settings for “Access Pt. (Manual)”, use a Web browser.
For details, see “Setting the WLAN Network of the projector” (page 41).
*12: For changing the settings for “Client,” use the Web browser for change. For details, see 
“Setting the WLAN Network of the projector” (page 41).
*13: Constant Brightness mode will be enabled for about 2,000 hours after it is activated at early 
usage. After this period, it will be disabled automatically. Activated time and brightness may 
vary depending on the usage conditions.
*14: If the projector cannot connect wirelessly, click [Apply] once again to make sure the 
connection is established. For details, see “Setting the WLAN Network of the projector” 
(page 41).
*15: Does not function when “Type B USB” or “Network” is selected as the input. In this case, it 
becomes equivalent to “Standard.” Cannot be selected by VPL-CH355/CH350. 
*16: If the image input setting of the HDMI connection equipment is not correct, the brighter part 
becomes too bright and the darker part becomes too dark.
*17: The INPUT D connector is available on VPL-CH375/CH355 only. 
						

							34The Installation Menu
The Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for installing the projector.
*1: Since the HV Keystone/Corner Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may 
deteriorate.
V Keystone: Even when set to “Auto,” you can adjust manually by the following steps. Items Item descriptions
Screen FittingHV Keystone/ Corner Keystone: You can choose how to correct image 
twist.
V Keystone
*1This is displayed when “HV Keystone” is selected in “Screen Fitting.”
Auto/Manual: The higher the setting, the narrower the top of the projected 
image. The lower the setting, the narrower the bottom of the projected 
image.
H Keystone
*1This is displayed when “HV Keystone” is selected in “Screen Fitting.”
The higher the setting, the narrower the right side of the projected image. 
The lower the setting, the narrower the left side of the projected image.
Corner Keystone
*1This is displayed when “Corner Keystone” is selected in “Screen Fitting.”
Adjust: Corrects image twist.
Reset: Resets the adjusted values to their default values.
Image FlipHV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally and/or vertically 
according to the installation method.
Installation AttitudeLink to Image Flip/Right Side Up/Upside Down: Change the cooling 
setting to suit to the installation attitude. When set to “Link to Image Flip,” 
the cooling setting changes based on the setting of “Image Flip.” 
Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component reliability.
High Altitude ModeOn/Off: Set to “On” when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or 
higher. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component 
reliability.
Panel Alignment*2This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or the 
picture.
When set to “On,” “Adjust Color” and “Pattern Color” can be assigned and 
adjusted. 
Adjust Item: Selects how to make adjustments from below.
Shift: Shifts the whole picture and makes adjustments.
Zone: Selects the desired range and makes adjustments.
Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color. Select 
“R” (Red) or “B” (Blue) to make adjustments based on “G” (Green).
Pattern Color: Select “R/G” (Red and Green) or “R/G/B” (White, all 
colors) when “Adjust Color” is “R” (Red). Select “B/G” (Blue and Green) 
or “R/G/B” (White, all colors) when the “Adjust Color” is “B” (Blue).
Adjust: The shift adjustment and zone adjustment of the color selected in 
“Adjust Color” can be made with V/v/B/b keys.
Reset: The panel alignment settings are initialized to their factory preset 
values.
Color Matching
*3Adjust/Reset: For correcting the brightness and color of the whole 
projected image manually from the signal level in six steps.
Notes 
						

							35The Installation Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
1) Press the KEYSTONE key to display “V Keystone.”
2) Adjust the values with the V/v keys to adjust manually temporally. 
If the projector is turned off, the setting will be restored to “Auto.”
*2: Depending on the adjustment value of “Panel Alignment,” the color and resolution may be 
changed.
*3: The brightness and color of the projected image may not match completely, even after you adjust 
“Brightness” and “Color.” 
						

							36The Information Menu
The Information Menu
The Information menu is used to check projector status, such as total usage time of the lamp.
*1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.Items Item descriptions
Model Name Displays the model name.
Serial No. Displays the serial number.
fH/fV
*1Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal.
Signal Type Displays the type of the current input signal.
Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of a lamp.
Note 
						

							37Using Network Features
Network
BNetwork
Using Network Features
Connection to the network allows you to operate the following features:
 Checking the current status of the projector via a Web browser.
 Remotely controlling the projector via a Web browser.
 Receiving the e-mail report via the projector.
 Making the network settings for the projector.
 Displaying messages on the projected image using an application.
 Supports network monitoring, control protocol (Advertisement, PJ Talk, PJ Link, AMX 
DDDP [Dynamic Device Discovery Protocol], Crestron RoomView).
  When connecting this projector with the network, consult with the network administrator. The 
network must be secured.
 The content communicated via a wireless LAN communication may be intercepted due to the use 
of radio waves. To protect the communication content, implement security measures properly 
according to the connection environment (page 41).
 When using this projector connected with the network, access the Control window via a Web 
browser and change the access limitation of the factory preset values (page 38). It is recommended 
to change the password regularly.
 When the setting on the Web browser is completed, close the Web browser to log out.
 The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you 
are using.
 Supported Web browsers are Internet Explorer 8/9/10/11.
 The menu displays only in English.
 If the browser of your computer is set to [Use a proxy server] when you access to the projector 
from your computer, click the check mark to set accessing without using a proxy server.
 To display messages, specific application Projector Station for Network Control (Version 1.1 or 
later) is necessary. For download or detailed method of using Projector Station for Network 
Control, please access the following URL.
http://pro.sony.com/bbsc/ssr/cat-projectors/resource.downloads
Contact your local Sony dealer for detailed information of Projector Station for Network Control.
1Connect the LAN cable (page 10).
2Set the network settings for the 
projector using “LAN Settings” on the 
Connection/Power menu (page 31).
3Start a web browser on the computer, 
enter the following in the address field, 
then press the Enter key on your 
computer.
http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
(xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx: IP address for the 
projector)
You can confirm the IP address of the 
projector in the “LAN Settings” on the 
Connection/Power menu (page 31).
Notes
Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web 
Browser 
						

							38Using Network Features
The following window appears in the 
Web browser:
Once you make the network settings, 
you can open the Control window only 
by performing step 3 of this procedure.
How to operate the Control window
Switching the page
Click one of the Page Switching buttons to 
display the desired setting page.
Setting the access limitation
You can limit a user for accessing any 
particular page.
Administrator: Allowed access to all 
pages
User: Allowed access to all pages except 
the Setup page
Set the access limitation from [Password] of 
the Setup page. When you access the Setup page for the first 
time, enter “root” in the user name box in the 
authentication dialogue and enter 
“Projector” in the password box.
The Name box of the Administrator is preset 
to “root.”
When you change the password, input a new 
password after deleting the password 
(*****) that was set.
The password of the administrator and user 
can be set using up to 16 characters for each.
If you forget your password, consult with 
qualified Sony personnel.
You can confirm the current settings for the 
projector on the Information page.
Page Switching buttons
Note
Confirming the Information 
regarding the Projector
Entry area for [Administrator]
Entry area for [User]
Information area 
						

							39Using Network Features
Network
You can control the projector from the 
computer on the Control page.
The functions of the buttons shown in the 
operation area are the same as the keys on 
the remote commander.
Set the e-mail report function on the Setup 
page.
Entered values will not be applied unless 
you click on [Apply].
1Click on [Owner information] to enter 
the owner information recorded in the 
e-mail report.
2Set the timing of the e-mail report.
Click on [Mail Report] to open the Mail 
Report page.
Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the 
timing of the email report for lamp 
replacement. To reset Lamp 
Reminder, execute “Lamp Timer 
Reset” on the projector (page 29).
Maintenance Reminder: Set the timing 
of the email report for maintenance. To 
reset Maintenance Reminder, check 
the RESET check box and then click 
on [Apply].
3Enter the outgoing e-mail address in 
the Email Address box then check the 
Report Timing check box of the e-mail 
report to be sent.
4Set the mail account for sending e-
mail reports.
Mail Address: Enter the e-mail address.
Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP): Enter 
the address of outgoing mail server 
(SMTP).
Required Authentication: Check this 
check box if authentication is required 
for sending e-mail.
Operating the Projector from 
a Computer
Using the e-mail report 
Function
Operation area
1Owner information button
2
3
4
6
5
Mail Report button 
						

							40Using Network Features
Requires the use of POP 
Authentication before sending email 
(POP before SMTP): Check this 
check box to arrange for POP 
authentication to be performed before 
sending e-mail.
Incoming Mail Server (POP3): Enter 
the address of the incoming-mail 
server (POP3) to be used for POP 
authentication.
Account Name: Enter the mail account 
name.
Password: Enter the password.
SMTP Authentication: Check this 
check box to arrange for SMTP 
authentication to be performed before 
sending e-mail.
Account Name: Enter the mail account 
name.
Password: Enter the password.
5Confirm the contents of the e-mail 
report.
When you click on [View], the contents 
of the e-mail report are displayed.
6Send the test mail.
Check on the Send test mail check box 
then click on [Apply] to send your test 
mail to the e-mail address you set.
 The email report function will not work if the 
network uses Outbound Port25 blocking, 
which prevents access to the SMTP server.
 You cannot use the following characters to 
enter the characters in the text box: “  ”, 
“ “ ”, “ 
\ ”, “ & ”, “ < ”, “ > ”
Set the LAN network function on the Setup 
page.
Entered values will not be applied unless 
you click on [Apply].
1Click on [Network] to open the 
Network page.
2Set the items for internet protocol.
Obtain an IP address automatically: 
Automatically provides the network 
settings by a DHCP server function, 
such as the router. The IP Address, 
Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, 
Primary DNS, and Secondary DNS 
display the values provided by a 
DHCP server. 
Specify an IP address: Set the network 
manually.
-IP Address: Input the IP address of the 
projector.
-Subnet Mask: Input the subnet mask of 
the projector.
-Default Gateway: Input the default 
gateway of the projector.
-Primary DNS: Input the primary DNS 
server of the projector.
-Secondary DNS: Input the secondary 
DNS server of the projector.
3Set the items for Ethenet.
MAC Address: Displays the MAC 
address of the projector.
Notes
Setting the LAN Network of 
the projector
Network buttonLAN Network 
setting area