Sony VPL-CH375 User manual

4-541-956-11 (1)
© 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 HDBaseTTM
equipment ................................ 13
Connecting a microphone .......... 15
Connecting an External Monitor
and Audio Equipment ............. 16
Projecting/Adjusting an
Image
Projecting an Image ......................... 17
Adjusting the Projected image ... 18
Turning Off the Power ................ 23
Adjustments and Settings
Using a Menu
Using a MENU .................................24
The Picture Menu .............................25
The Screen Menu ..............................26
The Function Menu ..........................29
The Operation Menu ........................30
The Connection/Power Menu ...........31
The Installation Menu ......................34
The Information Menu .....................36
Network
Using Network Features ...................37
Displaying the Control Window of
the Projector with a Web
Browser ...................................37
Confirming the Information
regarding the Projector ............38
Operating the Projector from a
Computer .................................39
Using the e-mail report
Function ...................................39
Setting the LAN Network of the
projector ..................................40
Setting the WLAN Network of the
projector ..................................41
Setting the Custom Labels for the
Input Connectors of the
Projector ..................................43
Setting the Control Protocol of the
Projector ..................................44

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Table 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
Playing Video and Audio
using USB Connection
Playing Video and Audio using USB
Connection ....................................51
Starting USB Display .................51
Playing Video and Audio ...........51
Using the Controller ...................51
Others
Indicators ..........................................53
Messages List ...................................54
Troubleshooting ...............................55
Replacing the Lamp .........................58
Cleaning the Air Filter .....................60
Specifications ...................................61
Projection Distance and Lens Shift
Range ............................................67
Dimensions .......................................70
END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT ..............................72
Index .................................................78

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 damage or personal injury.
hON/STANDBY indicator
(page 53)
iLAMP/COVER indicator
(page 53)
jControl panel (page 7)
kConnector panel (page 5)
lRemote control detector
mFront feet (adjustable) (page 20)
nSpeaker
oSecurity lock
Connects to an optional security cable
manufactured by Kensington.
For details, visit Kensington’s web site.
http://www.kensington.com/
pSecurity bar
Connects to a commercially available
security chain or wire.
If it is difficult to pull out, pull out the
Security bar using a screwdriver.
qLens shift cover (page 19)
For lens shift adjusting, remove this to
access the lens shift screws inside the
unit.
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Location and Function of Controls
Overview
VPL-CH375/CH355
VPL-CH370/CH350
Input (pages 9, 11)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPRinput connector
(RGB/YPBPR)
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)
Video: S video input connector
(S VIDEO IN)
Audio: Audio input connector
(L (MONO) AUDIO/R)
Connector Panel
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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
hRS-232C connector (RS-232C)
RS-232C compatible control connector.
Connects the computer’s RS-232C
connector and the RS-232C cross cables.
iAC IN (∼) socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
jUSB connector (Type A) ( )
(page 11)
kUSB connector (Type B) ( )
(page 51)
lMicrophone input ( )
Note
Notes

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Location 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 A).
eUsing various functions during
projecting
D ZOOM (Digital Zoom)
+/– key*1 *2
Enlarges a portion of the image while
projecting.
1Press the D ZOOM + key to display
the digital zoom icon on the projected
image.
2Press the V/v/B/bkeys to move the
digital zoom icon to the point on the
image you want to enlarge.
3Press the D ZOOM + key or the D
ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the
enlargement ratio. The image can be
enlarged up to 4 times.
Press the RESET key to restore the
previous image.
BLANK key
Cuts off the projected image
temporarily. Press again to restore the
previous image. Picture muting helps
reduce power consumption.
MUTING key
Mutes the audio output temporarily.
Press again to restore the previous
volume.
VOLUME +/– key
Adjusts the volume output.
FREEZE key*2
Pauses a projected image. Press again to
restore the image.
Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys
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INPUT
MENU
APA ECO MODE
RETURN
ASPECT
D ZOOM
KEYSTONE
ENTER
VOLUME
PATTERN
FREEZE
BLANK
MUTING
RESET
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Note

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 MODE key to display
the ECO Mode menu.
2Press the V/vkey or ECO MODE key
to select “ECO” or “User” mode.
ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum
energy-saving value.
Lamp Mode: Low
With No Input: Standby
With Static Signal: Lamp
Dimming
Standby Mode: Low
Speaker Setting: Sync with Power
User: Sets each item of the ECO
Mode menu as you desire (go to
step 3).
3Select “User” then press the bkey.
The setting items appear.
4Press the V/vkey to select the item
then press the ENTER key.
5Press the V/vkey to select the setting
value.
6Press the ENTER key.
The screen returns to the User screen.
For details on each setting, see
“Speaker Setting” in the Function
menu (page 29), “Lamp Mode,”
“Constant Brightness,” “With No
Input,” “With Static Signal,” and
“Standby Mode” in the Connection/
Power menu (page 31).
Others
gInfrared transmitter
About remote commander operation
• Direct the remote commander toward the
remote control detector.
• The shorter the distance between the
remote commander and the projector is,
the wider the angle within which the
remote commander can control the
projector becomes.
• Make sure that nothing obstructs the
infrared beam between the remote
commander and the remote control
detector on the projector.
Notes
RETURN
ECO
User
ECO Mode
:Sel :Back
RETURN
Lamp Mode High
Constant Brightness
Auto Power Saving
Standby Mode
Off
ON
With No Input
Lamp Dimming
With Static Signal
Standard
User
:Sel :Set :Back

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Connecting 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 no-resistance audio cable.
Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.
INPUT A
It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1920 × 1200 pixels for the
external monitor.
INPUT B/INPUT C
Notes
Connecting a Computer
For connecting a computer with an RGB output connector.
RGB output
connector
Audio output
connector
Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)
Computer
Audio cable (Stereo mini plug)
(not supplied)
Note
For connecting a computer with an HDMI output connector.
HDMI output
connector
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
Computer

10 Connecting 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 computer, tablet PC, or smartphone via a hub or router (“Presentation
Function via Network” (page 47)).
Notes
USB A-B cable (not
supplied)
Computer
USB connector
(Type A)
LAN cable (straight type)
(not supplied)
Computer
LAN
connector
Wired connection
Tablet PC/Smartphone
Computer
Wireless connection
Hub, Wireless router, etc.

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Connecting 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
connector
S video cable (not supplied)
Video equipment
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2)
(not supplied)

12 Connecting the Projector
VIDEO IN
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
INPUT A
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPRoutput 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 equipment
YPBPRoutput
connector
Audio output
connector
Video equipment
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
HDMI output
connector
For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector.

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Connecting 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
Computer
HDMI output
connector
HDMI cable (not supplied)
HDBaseT transmitter
LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or
higher, straight, not supplied)
Video equipment
HDMI output
connector
HDMI cable (not supplied)
HDBaseT transmitter
LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or
higher, straight, not supplied)

14 Connecting 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 manufacturer's devices with the
relevant manufacturer.
Connecting to the network equipment
Connect this unit and the HDBaseT transmitter without a hub or router between them.
Computer
LAN
connector
Wired connection
LAN cable (straight type)
(not supplied)
Hub, Wireless router
HDBaseT transmitter
Tablet PC/Smartphone
Computer
Wireless connection
LAN cable: STP type (CAT5e or
higher, straight, not supplied)
Note

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Connecting 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)

16 Connecting 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

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Projecting 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 ?/1key 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/vkey 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).
Computer
Video equipment
Projector
Wall outlet
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18 Projecting an Image
Adjusting the Projected image
Focus Size (Zoom) Position (Lens shift)
Focus ring Zoom lever
2V shift screw
1H shift screw

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Projecting 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

20 Projecting 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/bto 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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towards minus