Table of Contents The Information Menu .....36 Overview Location and Function of Controls ..4 Network Main Unit ........4 Using Network Features ....37 Terminals ........5 Displaying the Control Window of Remote Commander and Control the Projector with a Web Panel Keys .........
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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...
B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main Unit Caution 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.
Terminals VPL-CH375/CH355 VPL-CH370/CH350 d INPUT D Input (pages 9, 11) HDBaseT terminal /LAN terminal a INPUT A (page 37) Use a straight CAT5e or CAT6 shielded Video: RGB/YP input terminal LAN cable (not supplied). (RGB/YP * VPL-CH375/CH355 only Audio: Audio input terminal (AUDIO) e S VIDEO (S VIDEO IN) b INPUT B Video: S video input terminal...
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f VIDEO (VIDEO IN) Video: Video input terminal (VIDEO) Audio: Audio input terminal (L (MONO) AUDIO/R) Note The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO are shared. Output (page 16) g OUTPUT Video: Monitor output terminal (MONITOR) Audio: Audio output terminal (AUDIO) Notes •...
Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys Remote Commander d Adjusting the image (page 18) ASPECT key (page 26) KEYSTONE key (page 20) PATTERN key (page 22) INPUT ECO MODE APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key (page 23) MENU RESET Note Use this key when inputting a computer ENTER signal via the RGB input terminal RETURN...
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5 Press the V/v key to select the setting Notes value. *1: Use this key when inputting a 6 Press the ENTER key. computer signal. But it may not be The screen returns to the User screen. used depending on the resolution of For details on each setting, see the input signal.
B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes • 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.
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Notes • 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 terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
USB terminal (Type A) ( For connecting a USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) (“Presentation Function via Network” (page 47)). Wireless router, access point USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (not supplied) Computer Notes • Undesignated USB wireless LAN modules do not work. •...
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Notes • 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 terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
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.
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• 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.
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. Bottom of the projector Cable tie holder Cable tie...
Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment 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. Display equipment RGB input Mini D-sub 15-pin terminal cable (not supplied) Audio equipment...
B Projecting/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 “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (page 68) and projected image sizes, see Video equipment Projector...
(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). Adjust the focus, size and position of the projected image (page 18). Adjusting the Projected image Focus Size (Zoom)
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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). 1 Lift up the lower end of the lens shift cover with your finger to remove it. Lens shift cover 2 Insert 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.
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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.
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Increase the number towards plus Increase the number towards minus Press the RESET key to restore the prjected image before adjustment. When the projected image a trapezoid, tapering to the right or left 1 Press KEYSTONE on the remote commander twice or select H Keystone in the INSTALL SETTING menu.
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The corners of the image to be corrected 1 Move the s by using V/v/B/b to select the corner you want to correct. If you press ENTER, you will go back to the cursor display. Adjust using this cursor. 2 Adjust the position of the corner you want to correct by using V/v/B/b. 3 The cursor will disappear if the adjustment range limit is reached.
Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a signal is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)) Press the APA key on the remote commander. Press again to cancel adjusting during the setting. You can also set APA in the Screen Menu (page 26). If Smart APA in the Function menu is set to “On”, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 29).
B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu If the next menu window is displayed, Using a MENU select the item according to the operations in step 3 and then press the ENTER key to register the setting. To return to the selection screen of the Note setting items, press the B or RETURN The menu displays used for the explanation...
The Picture Menu The Picture is used to adjust the picture for each input signal. Items Item descriptions Picture Mode Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and vivid picture. Standard: Provides an image which is natural and well balanced. Presentation: Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations.
The Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to adjust the size, position and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal. Items Item descriptions Aspect Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 28). When the computer 4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size signal is input with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
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• A part of the image may be displayed in black, depending on the setting item. *2: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input terminal (INPUT A). *3: If the projected image includes large amount of black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen and also optimum image cannot be obtained, depending on the type of input signal.
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*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is Aspect projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect Input signal Recommended ratio of the original image. setting value and projected image *1 *2 *3 Full1 *2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected to fit the projected image size, regardless of the aspect ratio of the image.
The Function Menu The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector. Items Item descriptions Volume The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the value, the lower the audio volume. Mic Volume Adjust the volume of the microphone.
Note *1: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked to verify the projector’s serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your identity has been confirmed, we will provide you with the password.
The Connection/Power Menu The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power. Items Item descriptions LAN Settings IP Address Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the DHCP Setup server such as a router. Manual: To specify the IP Address manually. WLAN Settings WLAN On/Off: Set the wireless output of the USB wireless LAN module (not...
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Items Item descriptions Auto Power With No Input Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and Saving power consumption is reduced if no signal is input for about 10 minutes. The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed.
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*10: 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.
The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for installing the projector. Items Item descriptions Screen Fitting HV Keystone/ Corner Keystone: You can choose how to correct image twist. V Keystone This is displayed when “HV Keystone” is selected in “Screen Fitting.” Auto/Manual: The higher the setting, the narrower the top of the projected image.
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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.
The Information Menu The Information menu is used to check projector status, such as total usage time of the lamp. Items Item descriptions Model Name Displays the model name. Serial No. Displays the serial number. fH/fV Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal. Signal Type Displays the type of the current input signal.
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. Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Browser Connect the LAN cable (page 10).
The password of the administrator and user can be set using up to 16 characters for each. Note If you forget your password, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Page Switching buttons Confirming the Information regarding the Projector Setting the access limitation...
Set the timing of the e-mail report. Operating the Projector from Click on [Mail Report] to open the Mail a Computer Report page. Lamp Reminder (Lamp1): Set the You can control the projector from the timing of the email report for lamp computer on the Control page.
Requires the use of POP Setting the LAN Network of Authentication before sending email the projector (POP before SMTP): Check this check box to arrange for POP Set the LAN network function on the Setup authentication to be performed before page.
(a) Input the settings for Access Pt. Setting the WLAN Network of Mode. the projector When the USB wireless LAN module is activated as an access point, set the items Set the WLAN network function on the for the access point. Setup page.
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Key: Input the password for security Encyption Descriptions method of the access point according Type to the selected encryption type as Open Sets the security method below; of the access point to open Encyption system authentication. Password Type WEP 64bit Sets the security method of the access point to Open...
-Subnet Mask: Input the subnet mask of Click on the [Input Label] and open the projector. the Input Label setting window. -Default Gateway: Input the default Clear the check box for the label that gateway of the projector. you want to change and input the label -Primary DNS: Input the primary DNS name.
Setup page. Entered values will not be changed. Only four alphanumeric applied unless you click on [Apply]. characters can be input. The factory default setting is “SONY.” It is Click on [Advanced Menu] to display recommended that the community name the buttons for more settings.
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Only four alphanumeric “53595.” characters can be input. The factory -Timeout: Input the time (seconds) until default setting is “SONY.” It is ADCP communication is terminated in recommended that the community name case it is disconnected. The factory be changed from the factory setting to default setting is “60.”...
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Start PJ Link Service: (f) Reset the network settings. Set PJ Link to enabled or disabled. Items for PJ Link are enabled only when this function is enabled. This function is disabled at the factory setting. -Requires Authentication: Set the authentication for PJ Link to enabled or disabled.
Presentation Function via Network requires installation of Projector Station for Network Presentation (supplied CD-ROM). For information on updates of Projector Station for Network Presentation, visit Sony’s web site: https://www.servicesplus.sel.sony.com/ System requirements for using the application are as follows. Windows XP: Home/Professional...
Start Projector Station for Network Network connection window Presentation. For Windows: Select [Start]-[All Programs]-[Projector Station for Network Presentation] on the computer. For Mac: Double-click [Projector Station for Network Presentation] in Applications folder. Projecting an Image Wireless direct connection window After starting Projector Station for Network Presentation, the connection method selection window appears.
b) Wireless direct connection Item Item descriptions Select or directory input the SSID of the Connect Connect to the projector that projector that the computer is connected is set in the items above and “ ” to. If the WLAN settings is set to start to project an image.
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Items Functions Projection Not projecting an image. method Project in full screen. Project in the left half of the screen. Project in the right half of the screen. Project in the upper left quadrant of the screen. Project in the upper right quadrant of the screen.
B Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection You can also play video and audio simply by connecting the projector and computer with a USB A-B cable (not supplied). Playing video and audio using USB connection requires to start USB Display. System requirements for using the application are as follows.
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For Mac: Items Functions Start audio/video playback. Pause audio/video playback. Stop audio/video playback (the screen turns black). Display information about USB Display. Playing Video and Audio using USB Connection...
Flashes in red The projector is in abnormal status. Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes. Address the problem in accordance with the following. If the symptom is shown again, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Flashes twice The internal temperature is unusually high. Check the items below.
Messages List When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in accordance with the table below. Messages Meaning/Remedy Page High temp.! Lamp off in Check the items below. 4, 34, 1 min. • Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. •...
Troubleshooting Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the instructions below. Symptoms Remedy Page The power is not turned Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected. – When the “Control Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn on the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.
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Symptoms Remedy Page The image is dark/too The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode” 25, 31 bright. affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is appropriate. The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check 36, 58 “Lamp Timer,”...
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Symptoms Remedy Page The image is not Change the input terminal to project the image properly. – projected properly when the projector is connected via the HDBaseT terminal and the cables are inserted or removed from other terminals. Troubleshooting...
• If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Do not apply pressure to the lamp cover Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp while it is open. yourself. • When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it out straight, by holding the designated location.
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Insert the new lamp all the way in until For additional information, it is securely in place (1). Tighten the see www.sony.com/mercury 3 screws (2). Note Be sure to install the lamp and Lamp cover securely as it was. If not, the projector cannot be turned on.
If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter even after cleaning, replace the air filter with a new one. For details on a new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnel. The air filter consists of 2 filters. Caution...
Specifications Items Descriptions Projection system 3 LCD system Display device Effective display 0.64-inch (16.3 mm), 3 plate, Aspect ratio 16:10 size Effective picture 6,912,000 pixels (1920 × 1200 pixels, 3 plate panels) elements Projection lens Focus Manual Zoom Manual Light source VPL-CH375/CH370: 280 W VPL-CH355/CH350: 250 W Projected image...
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Items Descriptions INPUT OUTPUT INPUT A RGB/YP input terminal: Mini D-sub 15 pin female, (Computer/video) G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ± 2 dB, sync negative, 75 ohms terminated, RGB/P : 0.7 Vp-p ± 2 dB, 75 ohms terminated, Sync signal: TTL level high impedance, positive/negative Audio input terminal: Stereo mini jack, rated input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kohms...
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Items Descriptions Power AC 100 V to VPL-CH350/CH355: 0.50 W (when “Standby mode” is consumption 120 V set to “Low”) (Standby Mode) VPL-CH370/CH375: 0.30 W (when “Standby mode” is set to “Low”) AC 220 V to VPL-CH350/CH355: 0.50 W (when “Standby mode” is 240 V set to “Low”) VPL-CH370/CH375: 0.50 W (when “Standby mode”...
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*2: Information on accessories in this manual is current as of April 2017. *3: Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. *4: VPL-CH375/CH355 only Design and specifications of the unit, including the optional accessories, are subject to change without notice.
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Pin assignment HDMI terminal (HDMI, female) RGB input terminal (Mini D-sub 15-pin, female) T.M.D.S. T.M.D.S. Data2+ Clock Shield T.M.D.S. T.M.D.S. Video input Power supply Data2 Shield Clock – (red) R input for DDC T.M.D.S. N.C. Video input Data2 – (green) G T.M.D.S.
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USB terminal (Type A, female) (4.4 - 5.25 V) Data– Data+ Ground USB terminal (Type B, female) VCC (+5 V) Data– Data+ Ground Specifications...
Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range The following describes the projection distance and height from lens center to bottom of screen by each projected screen size. The projection distance is the distance between the front of the lens and the surface of the projected image.
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The lens shift range represents the distance in percent (%) by which the lens can be shifted from the initial position of the projected image, with full width or full height of the projected image regarded as 100%. Projected image Lens shift range Center of the Center of the...
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H: Distance between the bottom edge of the image and the center of the lens Expression#1 (Projection distance L) Unit: m (inches) Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L L=0.032886 × D-0.0487 L=0.048506 × D-0.0485 (L=1.294738 × D-1.9185) (L=1.909676 × D-1.9097) Expression#2 (Height H from center of lens to edge of screen) Unit: m (inches) Height H from lens center to bottom of screen...
Dimensions Front Center of the lens 406.0 (15 104.5 (4 Unit: mm (inches) Side 330.5 (13) Unit: mm (inches) Dimensions...
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Bottom Edge of the lens Center of the lens 19.0 ( 368.0 (14 45.3 (1 13.9 ( 102.7 (4 46.1 (1 199.5 (7 88.4 (3 203.1 (8) Holes for ceiling mount Unit: mm (inches) (M4, Depth 8 ( Holes for the ceiling mount Use the screws with a length of 4 mm ( inches, minimum) to 8 mm ( inches, maximum)
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Index Gamma Mode ......... 25 H (Horizontal) ......... 26 AC IN ............6 H Keystone ..........34 Acceptable input signal ......67 HDBaseT terminal ........5 Adjust Signal ...........26 High Altitude Mode ........ 34 Adjusting lens shift ........19 Hue ............25 Air filter ...........60 Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) ..........4 APA ............7...
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Phase, Pitch, Shift ........26 With No Input ..........32 Picture menu ........... 25 With Static Signal ........32 Picture mode ........... 25 Pin assignment ........65 Projecting an image ......... 17 Zoom lever ..........4 Projection distance ........68 Projector Station for Network Presentation ........
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