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USER MANUAL PJD5221 VIEWSONIC
® IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on install-ing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specic languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right corner of our website.“Antes de operar su equipo lea cuidadosamente las instrucciones en este manual” Model No. : VS13304/VS13305
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: You are cautioned that changes or modications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
• This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CE Conformity for European Countries
The device complies with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low Voltage Directive
Following information is only for EU-member states:
The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or
discarded batteries or accumulators as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and
collection systems available.
If the batteries, accumulators and button cells included with this equipment, display the
chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of
more than 0.0005% Mercury or more than, 0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004% Lead.
iDeclaration of RoHS Compliance
This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the
European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in
electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum
concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below:
Lead (Pb) 0.1% < 0.1%
Mercury (Hg) 0.1% < 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd) 0.01% < 0.01%
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) 0.1% < 0.1%
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) 0.1% < 0.1%
Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex of the RoHS Directives
Examples of exempted components are:
1. Mercury in compact uorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other lamps not
specically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.
2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, uorescent tubes, and electronic ceramic
parts (e.g. piezoelectronic devices).
3. Lead in high temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing 85% by weight or more lead).
4. Lead as an allotting element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by weight, aluminium containing up
to 0.4% lead by weight and as a cooper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight.
iiCopyright Information
Corporation, 2010. All rights reserved.
Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of
ViewSonic Corporation.
VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. DPMS and DDC are
PS/2, VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or
the performance or use of this product.
In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to change
product specications without notice. Information in this document may change without notice.
No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for any purpose
without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.
Product Registration
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please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The ViewSonic
ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration form, which you may mail or fax to
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The lamp in this product contains mercury.
Please dispose of in accordance with local, state or federal laws.
Projector features 5
Projector exterior view 7
Controls and functions 8
Choosing a location 11
Projection dimensions 12
Connecting a computer or monitor .... 13
Connecting Video source devices 15
Starting up the projector 19
Utilizing the password function 22
Switching input signal 24
Adjusting the projected image 25
Magnifying and searching for
Selecting the aspect ratio 27
Optimizing the image 29
Locking control keys 33
Freezing the image 34
Operating in a high altitude
Personalizing the projector menu
Shutting down the projector 35
Care of the projector 43
Ceiling mount installation 52
RS232 command table 55Important safety instructions 3
Important safety instructions
Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information
technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you
follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.
1. Please read this manual before you operate your projector. Save it for future
2. Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. The intense light beam
may damage your eyes.
3. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
4. Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is
5. In some countries, the line voltage is NOT stable. This projector is designed to operate
safely within a mains voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC, but could fail if power
cuts or surges of ±10 volts occur. In areas where the mains voltage may fluctuate
or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power
stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
6. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the projector is under
operation as this could cause the objects to become heated and deformed or even
cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press BLANK on the projector or
7. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for
approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
8. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps
beyond the rated life could cause them to break on rare occasions.
9. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is
10. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall,
sustaining serious damage.
11. Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high voltages inside
which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts. The only user
serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover.
Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers. Refer
servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel.
12. Do not place this projector in any of the following environments.
- Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls
and free flow of air around the projector.
- Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a
car with all windows rolled up.
- Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical
components, shortening the projector's life span and darkening the picture.
- Locations near fire alarms
- Locations with an ambient temperature above 40°C / 104°F
- Locations where the altitudes are higher than 3000 m (10000 feet).Important safety instructions4
13. Do not block the ventilation holes. If the ventilation holes are seriously obstructed,
overheating inside the projector may result in a fire.
- Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface.
- Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any other item.
- Do not place inflammables near the projector.
14. Always place the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation.
- Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle of
more than 15 degrees front to back. Using the projector when it is not fully horizontal
may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp.
15. Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fall
over, causing injury or resulting in damage to the projector.
16. Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it. Besides probable physical
damage to the projector, doing so may result in accidents and possible injury.
17. Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector may
cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power
supply's wall socket and call your local service center to have the projector serviced.
18. This product is capable of displaying inverted pictures for ceiling mount installation.
Use only qualified ceiling mount kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is
19. When the projector is under operation, you may sense some heated air and odor from
its ventilation grill. It is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect.
20. Do not use the Security bar for transporting or installation. It should be used with a
commercially available theft prevention cable.
Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the
We want you to have a pleasant experience using your projector, so we need to bring this
safety matter to your attention to prevent damage to person and property.
If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly recommend that you use a
proper fitting projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely
If you use an inappropriate projector ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk that the
projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of the
wrong gauge or length screws.
You can purchase a projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased your projector.
We recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington lock compatible security
cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot on the projector and the base of
the ceiling mount bracket. This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector
should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose.Introduction 5
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly
design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.
The projector offers the following features.
• Screen Color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors
• Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process
• Up to 8 sets of picture modes providing multiple choices for different projection
• Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time
• One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality
• Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images
• Adjustable color balance control for data/video display
• High brightness projection lamp
• Ability to display 16.7 million colors
• Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus
• Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption
• Component HDTV compatibility (YP
• High quality manual zoom lens
• The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient
lighting conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and is directly
proportional to projection distance.
• The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers
specifications. This is normal and expected behavior.Introduction6
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these
items are missing, please contact your place of purchase.
Standard accessories
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those
Optional accessories
Multi-language user manual
DVD Quick Start Guide Remote Control & Battery
Pull the tab before using the remote
control.Introduction 7
Projector exterior view
1. External control panel
(See "Projector and remote control"
on page 8 for details.)
2. Vent (heated air exhaust)
3. Quick-release button
18. Quick-release foot
20. Rear adjuster foot
Connects a commercially available
• THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
• When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring,
or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should
occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply
off, or disconnect the power plug.
Controls and functions
Projector and remote control
Adjusts the focus of the projected image.
See "Fine-tuning the image size and
clarity" on page 26 for details.
Adjusts the size of the image. See "Fine-
tuning the image size and clarity" on page
3. TEMPerature indicator light
becomes too high. See "Indicators" on page
4. POWER indicator light
Lights up or flashes when the projector is
under operation. See "Indicators" on page
5. POWER Toggles the projector between standby
mode and on. See "Starting up the
projector" on page 19 and "Shutting down
the projector" on page 35 for details.
6. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, /
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection. See
"Correcting keystone" on page 26 for
Hides the screen picture. See "Hiding the
image" on page 33 for details.
8. MENU/EXIT Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu,
exits and saves menu settings. See "Using
the menus" on page 21 for details.
9. LAMP indicator light
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up
or flashes when the lamp has developed a
problem. See "Indicators" on page 49 for
10. AUTO Automatically determines the best picture
"Auto-adjusting the image" on page 25 for
Activates panel key lock. See "Locking
control keys" on page 33 for details.
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu is activated, the #6, #7, and #11
keys are used as directional arrows to
select the desired menu items and to make
adjustments. See "Using the menus" on
page 21 for details.
12. MODE/ENTER Selects an available picture setup mode.
See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 29
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display
Freezes the projected image. See
"Freezing the image" on page 34 for
Selects the desired menu items and makes
adjustments. See "Using the menus" on
page 21 for details.
16. MENU Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display
18. Keystone keys ( / )
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection.
19. Magnify keys (+, -)
Magnifies or reduces the projected
picture size. See "Magnifying and
searching for details" on page 27 for
Hides the screen picture. See "Hiding the
image" on page 33 for details.
21. Source selection keys (VGA 1/VGA 2/
Selects an input source for display.
Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits
and saves menu settings.
Toggles the projector audio between on
Selects an available picture setup mode.
See "Selecting a picture mode" on page
25. Volume keys (+, -)
Magnifies or reduces the volume level.Introduction10
Remote control effective range
Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on
the front of the projector. The remote control must be
held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to
the projector's IR remote control sensor to function
correctly. The distance between the remote control
and the sensor should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the
remote control and the IR sensor on the projector that
might obstruct the infra-red beam.
Replacing the remote control battery
1. Pull out the battery holder.
Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and
hold the locking arm while pulling out the battery
2. Insert the new battery in the holder. Note the
positive polarity should face outward.
3. Push the holder into the remote control.
• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
• There may be battery damage if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.
• Dispose of the used battery according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
• Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.
• If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove
the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.
2Positioning your projector 11
Positioning your projector
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select.
Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power
outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations:
Select this location with the projector placed near
the floor in front of the screen. This is the most
common way to position the projector for quick
setup and portability.
Select this location with the projector suspended
upside-down from the ceiling in front of the
Purchase the projector ceiling mount kit from your
dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.
Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP:
Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn
Select this location with the projector suspended
upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen and the
projector ceiling mounting kit are required for this
installation location.
Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic
> Projector Position menu after you turn the
Select this location with the projector placed near
the floor behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen is
Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >
Projector Position menu after you turn the
projector on.Positioning your projector12
Projection dimensions
Refer to "Dimensions" on page 52 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before
calculating the appropriate position.
There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. It is
recommended that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically
test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently
install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you
determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.
(b) Projection distance
(b) Projection distance
• 16:9 image on a 4:3 screenConnection 13
When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:
1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.
2. Use the correct signal cables for each source.
3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents" on page 6). They are commercially available from electronics stores.
Connecting a computer or monitor
Connecting a computer
The projector provides two VGA input sockets that allow you to connect them to both
IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A Mac adapter is needed if you are
connecting legacy version Macintosh computers.
To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:
1. Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the
2. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the COMPUTER IN 1 or COMPUTER IN 2 signal input socket on the projector.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations,
take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket
of the device, and the other end to the AUDIO IN socket of the projector.
4. If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable
to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector, and the other end to your external
speakers (not supplied).
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
Notebook or desktop computer
Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector.
Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a
function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press
FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook's documentation to
find your notebook's key combination.
Connecting a monitor
If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you
can connect the COMPUTER OUT signal output socket on the projector to an external
monitor with a VGA cable following the instructions below:
To connect the projector to a monitor:
1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page
2. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied) and connect one end of the cable to the
D-Sub input socket of the video monitor.
Or if your monitor is equipped with a DVI input socket, take a VGA to DVI-A cable
and connect the DVI end of the cable to the DVI input socket of the video monitor.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the COMPUTER OUT socket on the projector.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The COMPUTER OUT output only works when COMPUTER IN 1 or COMPUTER IN 2 is
made to the projector.
• To use this connection method, make sure the Active VGA Out and Active Audio Out
functions are turned on. See "Active VGA Out" on page 41 and "Audio Settings" on page
MonitorConnection 15
Connecting Video source devices
You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the
following output sockets:
You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above
connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method
you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the
projector and the Video source device as described below:
The best available video connection method is Component Video (not to be confused with
composite Video). Digital TV tuner and DVD players output Component Video natively, so
if available on your devices, this should be your connection method of choice in preference
to (composite) Video.
See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 16 for how to connect the
projector to a component video device.
Better video quality
The S-Video method provides a better quality analog video than standard composite Video.
If you have both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your Video source
device, you should elect to use the S-Video option.
See "Connecting an S-Video source device" on page 17 for how to connect the projector to
Composite Video is an analog video and will result in a perfectly acceptable, but less than
optimal result from your projector, being the least video quality of the available methods
See "Connecting a composite Video source device" on page 18 for how to connect the
projector to a composite Video device.
The projector has one built-in mono speaker which is designed to provide basic audio
functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only. They are not
designed for, nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in home
theater or home cinema applications. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed into a
common mono audio output through the projector speaker.
If you wish, you can make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations,
and also connect separate amplified speakers to the Audio Out socket of the projector. The
audio output is a mixed mono signal and controlled by the projector Volume and Mute
If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output
of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector.Connection16
Connecting a Component Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video
output sockets available:
• If so, you can continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
To connect the projector to a Component Video source device:
1. Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3
RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets of the Video source
device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; green to green, blue to
blue, and red to red.
2. Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with a
D-Sub type connector) to the COMPUTER IN 1 or COMPUTER IN 2 socket on the
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations,
take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket
of the device, and the other end to the AUDIO IN socket of the projector.
4. If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable
to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector, and the other end to your external
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is
connected. See "Connecting audio" on page 15 for details.
• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
(D-Sub) adaptor cable
VGA-Component adapter
(ViewSonic P/N: CB-00008906)Connection 17
Connecting an S-Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket
• If so, you can continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
To connect the projector to an S-Video source device:
1. Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video
2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO socket on the projector.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations,
take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket
of the device, and the other end to the AUDIO IN socket of the projector.
4. If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable
to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector, and the other end to your external
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is
connected. See "Connecting audio" on page 15 for details.
• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
• If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and this
S-Video source device using Component Video connections, you need not connect to this
device using an S-Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second connection of
poorer picture quality. See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 15 for details.
SpeakersConnection18
Connecting a composite Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video
output sockets available:
• If so, you can continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
To connect the projector to a composite Video source device:
1. Take a Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the
Video source device.
2. Connect the other end of the Video cable to the VIDEO socket on the projector.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations,
take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket
of the device, and the other end to the AUDIO IN socket of the projector.
4. If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable
to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector, and the other end to your external
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is
connected. See "Connecting audio" on page 15 for details.
• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
• You need only connect to this device using a composite Video connection if Component
Video and S-Video inputs are unavailable for use. See "Connecting Video source devices"
on page 15 for details.
Starting up the projector
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a
wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch
(where fitted). Check that the POWER
indicator light on the projector flashes blue
after power has been applied.
2. Remove the lens cap. If it is closed, it could
become deformed due to the heat produced by
the projection lamp.
3. Press POWER on the projector or remote
control to start the projector. The POWER
indicator light stays blue when the projector is
The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds.
In the later stage of start up, a startup logo is
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the
• If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for
approximately 90 seconds before energizing the lamp.
• To maintain the lamp life, once you turn the projector on, wait at least 5 minutes before
4. If the projector is activated for the first time,
select your OSD language following the on-
screen instructions.
5. Switch all of the connected equipment on.
6. The projector will start to search for input signals. The current input signal being
scanned appears in the upper left corner of the screen. If the projector doesn't detect a
valid signal, the message 'No Signal' will continue to be displayed until an input
You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your desired
input signal. See "Switching input signal" on page 24 for details.
If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will
see the message 'Out of Range' displayed on a blank screen. Please change to an input signal
which is compatible with the projector's resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting.
See "Timing chart" on page 52 for details.Operation 21
The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various
adjustments and settings.
Below is the overview of the OSD menu.
To use the OSD menus, please set them to your familiar language first.
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or
MENU on the remote control to turn the
3. Press to highlight
Language and press / to
select a preferred language.
4. Press MENU/EXIT twice* on
the projector or Exit on the
remote control to leave and
*The first press leads you back
to the main menu and the
second press closes the OSD
Utilizing the password function
For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option
for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display
(OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus" on
You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and subsequently forget
the password. Print this user manual (if necessary) and write the password you used in this
manual, and keep it in a safe place for later use.
Once a password has been set, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is
entered every time the projector is started.
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security
Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote
control. The Security Settings page is displayed.
2. Highlight Power On Lock and select On by pressing / .
3. As pictured to the right, the four arrow keys ( ,
, , ) respectively represent 4 digits (1, 2,
3, 4). According to the password you desire to
set, press the arrow keys to enter six digits for the
4. Confirm the new password by re-entering the
Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page.
The digits being input will be displayed as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password
down here in this user manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is
available to you should you ever forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __
Keep this user manual in a safe place.
5. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Exit on the remote
If you forget the password
If the password function is activated, you will be asked
to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on
the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the
password error message as pictured to the right is
displayed lasting for three seconds, and the message
'INPUT PASSWORD' follows. You can retry by
entering another six-digit password, or if you did not
record the password in this user manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use
the password recall procedure. See "Entering the password recall procedure" on page 23 for
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically
shut down in a short time.
INPUT NEW PASSWORD BackMENU Password Error Please try again.Operation 23
Entering the password recall procedure
1. Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote
control for 3 seconds. The projector will display
a coded number on the screen.
2. Write down the number and turn off your
3. Seek help from the local service center to decode
the number. You may be required to provide
proof of purchase documentation to verify that
you are an authorized user of the projector.
Changing the password
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security
Settings > Change Password menu.
2. Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control. The message
'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' is displayed.
3. Enter the old password.
• If the password is correct, another message 'INPUT NEW PASSWORD' is
• If the password is incorrect, the password error message is displayed lasting for
three seconds, and the message 'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' is
displayed for your retry. You can press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Exit
on the remote control to cancel the change or try another password.
4. Enter a new password.
The digits being input will be displayed as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password
down here in this user manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is
available to you should you ever forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __
Keep this user manual in a safe place.
5. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.
6. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter
the new password next time the projector is started.
7. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Exit on the remote
Disabling the password function
To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security
Settings > Power On Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by
pressing / . The message 'INPUT PASSWORD' is displayed. Enter the current
• If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page
with 'Off' shown in the row of Power On Lock. You will not have to enter the
password next time you turn on the projector.
• If the password is incorrect, the password error message is displayed lasting for
three seconds, and the message 'INPUT PASSWORD' is displayed for your
Please write down the recall code,
and contact ViewSonic
retry. You can press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Exit on the remote
control to cancel the change or try another password.
Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should
you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password.
Switching input signal
The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only
display one full screen at a time.
Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On if you want the
projector to automatically search for the signals.
You can also manually cycle through the available
1. Press SOURCE on the projector or remote
control. A source selection bar is displayed.
2. Press / until your desired signal is
selected and press MODE/ENTER on the
projector or Enter on the remote control.
Once detected, the selected source information
will be displayed on the screen for seconds. If
there are multiple devices connected to the
projector, repeat steps 1-2 to search for another
• The brightness level of the projected image will
change accordingly when you switch between
different input signals. Data (graphic) "PC"
presentations using mostly static images are
generally brighter than "Video" using mostly
moving images (movies).
• The input signal type effects the options available
for the Color Mode. See "Selecting a picture
mode" on page 29 for details.
• The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4:3 aspect ratio. For best display
picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at this resolution.
Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the 'aspect ratio'
setting, which may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity. See "Selecting
the aspect ratio" on page 27 for details.
D-Sub / Comp. 2Operation 25
Adjusting the projected image
Adjusting the projection angle
The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These
adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector:
1. Press the quick-release button and lift the
front of the projector. Once the image is
positioned where you want it, release the
quick-release button to lock the foot in
2. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the
To retract the foot, hold up the projector while
pressing the quick-release button, then slowly
lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot
in a reverse direction.
If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not
perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. To correct this
situation, see "Correcting keystone" on page 26 for details.
• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause
damage to your eyes.
• Be careful when you press the adjuster button as it is close to the exhaust vent where hot
Auto-adjusting the image
In some cases, you may need to optimize the
picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the
projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds, the
built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will
re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to
provide the best picture quality.
The current source information will be displayed
in the upper left corner of the screen for 3 seconds.
• The screen will be blank while AUTO is
• This function is only available when PC signal
(analog RGB) is selected.
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
1. Adjust the projected image to the size that you
need using the zoom ring.
2. Then sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring.
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the
top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen.
To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually
correct it following one of these steps.
• Using the remote control
Press / on the projector or remote control to
display the Keystone correction page. Press to
correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press
to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.
• Using the OSD menu
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or
2. Press to highlight Keystone and press
MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter
on the remote control. The Keystone
correction page is displayed.
3. Press to correct keystoning at the top of the image or press to correct
keystoning at the bottom of the image.
Press /.Operation 27
Magnifying and searching for details
If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the
direction arrow keys for navigating the picture.
• Using the remote control
1. Press Magnify +/- to display the Zoom bar.
2. Press Magnify + to magnify the center of the
picture. Press the key repeatedly until the
picture size is suitable for your need.
3. Use the directional arrows ( , , , ) on
the projector or remote control to navigate the
4. To restore the picture to its original size, press
AUTO. You can also press Magnify -. When
the key is pressed again, the picture is further
reduced until it is restored to the original size.
• Using the OSD menu
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or MENU on the remote control and then press
/ until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.
to highlight Zoom and press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter on
the remote control. The Zoom bar is displayed.
3. Repeat steps 2-4 in the section of "Using the remote control" above. Or if you are
using the projector control panel, continue to the following steps.
4. Press on the projector repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size.
5. To navigate the picture, press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter on the
remote control to switch to the paning mode and press the directional arrows ( , ,
, ) to navigate the picture.
6. Use the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to
navigate the picture.
7. To reduce size of the picture, press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter on the
remote control to switch back to the zoom in/out functionality, and press AUTO to
restore the picture to its original size. You can also press repeatedly until it is
restored to the original size.
The picture can only be navigated after the picture is magnified. You can further magnify the
picture while searching for details.
Selecting the aspect ratio
The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and
computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV and DVDs
are usually in 16:9 ratio.
With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can
dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image
To change the projected image ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or MENU on the remote control and then press
/ until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.Operation28
2. Press to highlight Aspect Ratio.
3. Press / to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your
display requirements.
About the aspect ratio
In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active
areas. OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.
1. Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the
projector's native resolution in its horizontal
width. This is suitable for the incoming image
which is neither in 4:3 nor 16:9 and you want to
make most use of the screen without altering the
image's aspect ratio.
2. 4:3: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the
center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This
is most suitable for 4:3 images like computer
monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect
DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect
3. 16:9: Scales an image so that it is displayed in
the center of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio.
This is most suitable for images which are
already in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition TV,
as it displays them without aspect alteration.
16:9 pictureOperation 29
Optimizing the image
Selecting a picture mode
The projector is preset with several predefined
picture modes so that you can choose one to suit
your operating environment and input signal
To select an operation mode that suits your need,
you can follow one of the following steps.
• Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or
Color Mode on the remote control repeatedly
until your desired mode is selected.
•Go to the PICTURE > Color Mode menu and press / to select a desired mode.
Picture modes for different types of signals
The picture modes available for different types of signals are listed below.
PC input signals: D-Sub / Comp. 1/2 (analog RGB)
1. Brightest mode: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is
suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the
projector in well lit rooms.
2. Daylight mode: Is designed for presentations under daylight environment to match
PC and notebook coloring.
3. ViewMatch mode: Switch in between high brightness performance or Accuracy
4. Cinema mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital
cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light)
5. User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available
picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 30 for details.
Video input signals: S-Video, Video, D-Sub / Comp. 1/2 (YPbPr)
1. Brightest mode: Optimized for daylight viewing, with living room level ambient
2. Gaming mode: Suitable for all types of entertainment media, including gaming and
3. ViewMatch mode: Switch in between high brightness performance or Accuracy color
4. Cinema mode: Is suitable for enjoying dark movies or DVD movies best viewed in a
blackened (little light) home cinema or lounge room environment.
5. User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available
picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 30 for details.Operation30
Setting the User 1/User 2 mode
There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable
for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User 1/User 2) as a starting
point and customize the settings.
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or MENU on the remote control to open the On-
Screen Display (OSD) menu.
This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Color Mode
5. Press / to select a picture mode that is closest to your need.
6. Press to select a sub-menu item to be changed and adjust the value with / .
See "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" below for details.
7. When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press MODE/ENTER
on the projector or Enter on the remote control to store the settings.
8. The confirmation message 'Setting Saved' is displayed.
In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which
may not be white, the Screen Color feature can help correct the projected picture’s colors to
prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures.
To use this function, go to the DISPLAY > Screen Color menu and press / to select a
color which is closest to the color of the projection surface. There are several precalibrated
colors to choose from: Whiteboard, Greenboard, and Blackboard.
This function is only available when a PC type input signal is selected.
Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes
According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available
when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected. You can make adjustments to these functions
based on your needs.
Adjusting Brightness
Highlight the PICTURE > Brightness menu and press / .
The higher the value, the brighter the image. And the
lower the setting, the darker the image. Adjust this
control so the black areas of the image appear just as
black and that detail in the dark areas is visible.
Highlight the PICTURE > Contrast menu and press / .
The higher the value, the greater the contrast. Use this
to set the peak white level after you have previously
adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected
input and viewing environment.
Highlight the PICTURE > Color menu and press / .
Lower setting produces less saturated colors. If the setting is too high, colors on the image
will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic.
Highlight the PICTURE > Tint menu and press / .
The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the more
greenish the picture becomes.
Highlight the PICTURE > Sharpness menu and press / .
The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer the
Adjusting Brilliant Color
Highlight the PICTURE > Brilliant Color menu and press / .
This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to
enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in the projected picture.
It enables a greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common in
video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors. If
you prefer images with that quality, select On. If you don’t need it, select Off.
When Off is selected, the Color Temperature function is not available.
Selecting a Color Temperature
Highlight the PICTURE > Color Temperature menu and press / .
The options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type
1. T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most bluish
white than other settings.
2. T2: Makes images appear bluish white.
3. T3: Maintains normal colorings for white.
4. T4: Makes images appear reddish white.
*About color temperatures:
There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One
of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color temperature”. A
white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a
high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.Operation32
Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture
theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. Color management
provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction, should
If you have purchased a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be used
to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc., you can project any image
from the disc on the screen and enter the Color Management menu to make adjustments.
To adjust the settings:
1. Go to the DISPLAY menu and highlight Color Management.
2. Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control and the Color
Management page is displayed.
3. Highlight Primary Color and press / to select a color from among Red, Yellow,
Green, Cyan, Blue, or Magenta.
4. Press to highlight Hue and press / to select its range. Increase in the range
will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors.
Please refer to the illustration to the
right for how the colors relate to each
For example, if you select Red and set its
range at 0, only pure red in the projected
picture will be selected. Increasing its range
will include red close to yellow and red close
5. Press to highlight Saturation and adjust
its values to your preference by pressing /
. Every adjustment made will reflect to the
For example, if you select Red and set its value at 0, only the saturation of pure red
Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less
saturated colors; a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the saturation
is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic.
6. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing / .
The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment
made will reflect to the image immediately.
7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments.
8. Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments.
9. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Exit on the remote control to exit and save the
In order to draw the audience's full attention to the
presenter, you can use on the projector or Blank
on the remote control to hide the screen image. Press
any key on the projector or remote control to restore
the image. The word 'BLANK' appears at the lower
right corner of the screen while the image is hidden.
You can set the blank time in the
Basic > Blank Timer menu to let the projector
return the image automatically after a period of time
when there is no action taken on the blank screen.
Once Blank is pressed, the projector enters Economic mode automatically.
CAUTION Do not block the projection lens from projecting as this could cause the blocking object to
become heated and deformed or even cause a fire.
Locking control keys
With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from
being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock is on, no
control keys on the projector will operate except POWER.
1. Press on the projector or go to the
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key
, and select On by pressing /
on the projector or remote control.
2. A confirmation message is displayed. Select
To release panel key lock, press and hold for 3
seconds on the projector.
You can also use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key
Lock and press / to select Off.
• Keys on the remote control are still functional when panel key lock is enabled.
• If you press POWER to turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the
projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on.
Press Freeze on the remote control to freeze the
image. The word 'FREEZE' will be displayed in the
upper left corner of the screen. To release the
function, press any key on the projector or remote
Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures
are running on the video or other device. If the
connected devices have active audio output, you will
still hear the audio even though the image is frozen on
Operating in a high altitude environment
We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500
m–3000 m above sea level, and temperature is between 0°C–35°C.
CAUTION Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and temperature
is between 0°C and 35°C. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under
To activate the High Altitude Mode:
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or MENU
on the remote control and then press / until
the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is
2. Press to highlight High Altitude Mode and
press / to select On. A confirmation
message is displayed.
3. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote
Operation under "High Altitude Mode" may cause a higher decibel operating noise level
because of increased fan speed necessary to improve overall system cooling and
If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the above, it may display
auto shut-down symptoms, which is designed to protect your projector from over-heating.
In cases like this, you should switch to High Altitude Mode to solve these symptoms.
However, this is not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or
We recommend you use the High Altitude
mode by selecting it whenever your
environment is higher than 1500 m.
Do you want to turn High Altitude Mode
Personalizing the projector menu display
The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The
following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance.
• Menu Display Time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets
the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The time length
ranges from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Use / to select a suitable time
• Menu Position in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the
OSD position in five locations. Use / to select a preferred position.
• Language in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets your familiar language for the
OSD menus. Use / to select your language.
• Splash Screen in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets a preferred logo screen to be
displayed during projector start-up. Use / to select a screen.
Shutting down the projector
1. Press POWER and a confirmation message
is displayed prompting you.
If you don't respond in a few seconds, the
message will disappear.
2. Press POWER a second time. The
POWER indicator light flashes blue, the
projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will
continue to run for approximately 90 seconds
to cool down the projector.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the wall
socket if the projector will not be used in an
extended period of time.
• To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond
to any commands during the cooling process.
• To shorten the cooling time, you can also activate
the Quick Cooling function. See "Quick Cooling" on page 40 for details.
• Do not unplug the power cord before the projector shutdown sequence is complete or
during the 90-second cooling down process.
• If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start
the projector, the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press POWER again to
start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light flashes blue.
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Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type
The menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is
no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items are
Off/Whiteboard/Greenboard/
Primary Color R/G/B/C/M/Y Hue
Cinema/User 1/User 2
Video source: Brightest/Gaming/ViewMatch/
Cinema/User 1/User 2
3. SOURCE Quick Auto Search On/OffOperation 37
Front Table/Rear Table/Rear
Ceiling/Front Ceiling
Panel Key Lock On/Off
Quick Cooling On/Off
High Altitude Mode On/Off
Active VGA Out On/Off
Active Audio Out On/Off
Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/
Caption Version CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4
Power On Lock On/Off
Description of each menu
Function Description
Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface
is not white. See "Using Screen Color" on page 30 for details.
There are three options to set the image's aspect ratio depending
on your input signal source. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on
page 27 for details.
Corrects any keystoning of the image. See "Correcting keystone"
on page 26 for details.
Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected
image, use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the
lower position of the page change with every key press you made
until they reach their maximum or minimum.
Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image distortion.
Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.
Magnifies or reduces the projected image. See "Magnifying and
searching for details" on page 27 for details.
This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy
the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic
way by presenting the depth of the images.
You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images.
Enable projector for TI 3D DLP Link.
When the 3D Sync function is on:
• The brightness level of the projected image will decrease.
• The Color Mode cannot be adjusted.
• The Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees.
• The Zoom can only magnify the pictures to limited sizes.
When you discover the inversion of the image depth, enable this
function to correct the problem. (For TI 3D DLP Link only)
See "Color Management" on page 32 for details.
Function Description
Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize
your projector image set-up to suit your program type. See
"Selecting a picture mode" on page 29 for details.
Selects a picture mode that most suits your need for the image
quality and further fine-tune the image based on the selections
listed on the same page below. See "Setting the User 1/User 2
mode" on page 30 for details.
Adjusts the brightness of the image. See "Adjusting Brightness"
on page 30 for details.
Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the
image. See "Adjusting Contrast" on page 30 for details.
Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a
video image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 31 for details.
Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See
"Adjusting Tint" on page 31 for details.
The function is only available when Video or S-Video with
NTSC system is selected.
Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See
"Adjusting Sharpness" on page 31 for details.
Adjusts white peaking while maintaining correct color
presentation. See "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 31 for
See "Selecting a Color Temperature" on page 31 for details.
Saves the settings made for the User 1 or User 2 mode.
See "Switching input signal" on page 24 for details.
Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See
"Using the menus" on page 21 for details.
The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or
with one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 11
Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal
is detected after a set period of time. See "Setting Auto Power
Off" on page 44 for details.
Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated,
once elapsed the image will return to the screen. See "Hiding the
image" on page 33 for details.
Disables or enables all panel key functions except POWER
on the projector and keys on the remote control. See "Locking
control keys" on page 33 for details.
Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value
between 30 minutes and 12 hours.
Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during
projector start-up. Three options are available: ViewSonic logo,
Black screen, or Blue screen.
Selecting On displays the current information on the screen
when the projector is detecting or searching for a signal.
Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time
will be shortened to a few seconds.
If you attempt to restart the projector right after the quick
cooling process, it may not be turned on successfully and
will rerun its cooling fans.
A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a
high altitude environment" on page 34 for details.
DCR Enables or disables the DCR (Dynamic Contrast Ratio) function.
Selecting On enables the function and the projector will
automatically switch the lamp mode between normal and
economic modes according to the input image detected.
This function is only available when a PC source is in use.
After enabling DCR, frequent lamp mode switching may
shorten lamp life and noise level will vary during operation.
4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu
Selecting On outputs a VGA signal when the COMPUTER IN
1/COMPUTER IN 2 and COMPUTER OUT sockets are
correctly connected to devices. See "Connecting a monitor" on
page 14 for how to make the connection.
The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the
projector speaker. Be sure you have made a correct connection to
the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page 13 for how
the audio input is connected.
Adjusts the sound level
Selecting On outputs an audio signal when the AUDIO IN and
AUDIO OUT sockets are correctly connected to devices.
Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last
key press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second
Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position.
Closed Caption Enable
Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input
signal carries closed captions.
• Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration,
and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed
captioned (usually marked as "CC" in TV listings).
Set your screen aspect ratio to 4:3. This function is not
available when the aspect ratio is “16:9”.
This function is only available when a Composite video or
S-Video input signal is selected and its system format is
Selects a preferred closed captioning mode. To view captions,
select CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the
primary language in your area).
See "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" on page 44 for details.
See "Resetting the lamp timer" on page 48 for details.
Equivalent Lamp Hour
ee "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 44 for details
on how the total lamp hour is calculated.
See "Utilizing the password function" on page 22 for details,
Returns all settings to the factory preset values.
The following settings will still remain: Phase, H. Size, User
1, User 2, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude
Mode, Security Settings.
Shows the current signal source.
Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu.
Shows the native resolution of the input signal.
Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB.
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
6. INFORMATION menuMaintenance 43
Care of the projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is
to keep the lens clean.
Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.
• Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
• If there is dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens
cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.
CAUTION Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.
Cleaning the projector case
Before you clean the case, turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as
described in "Shutting down the projector" on page 35 and unplug the power cord.
• To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH
detergent. Then wipe the case.
CAUTION Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the
Storing the projector
If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please follow the instructions below:
• Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the
recommended range for the projector. Please refer to "Specifications" on page 51 or
consult your dealer about the range.
• Retract the adjuster feet.
• Remove the battery from the remote control.
• Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.
Transporting the projector
It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent.Maintenance44
Getting to know the lamp hour
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically
calculated by the built-in timer.
To obtain the lamp hour information:
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or MENU on the remote control and then press
/ until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.
2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE/ENTER on the projector or
Enter on the remote control. The Lamp Settings page is displayed.
3. You will see the Equivalent lamp hour information on the menu.
4. To leave the menu, press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Exit on the remote
You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu.
The projection lamp is a consumable item. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you
can do the following settings via the OSD menu.
Setting Lamp mode as Economic
Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by 20%. If the
Economic mode is selected, the light output will be reduced and result in darker projected
Setting the projector in Economic mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set
Economic mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp
mode menu and press / .
Setting Auto Power Off
This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected
after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.
To set Auto Power Off, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Auto Power Off menu and
press / . If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable.
The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period.Maintenance 45
Timing of replacing the lamp
When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to
replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a
malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
CAUTION The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too
hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator
still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See "Indicators" on
page 49 for details.
The following lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.
The lamp has been in operation for 3500 hours.
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the
projector is normally run with Economic selected
(See "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" on page
44), you may continue to operate the projector
until the 3950 hour lamp warning appears.
The lamp has been in operation for 3950 hours. A
new lamp should be fitted to avoid the
inconvenience when the projector runs out of lamp
The lamp has been in operation for 4000 hours.
It is strongly recommended that you replace the
lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item.
The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is
normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp
whenever you notice that the brightness level has
significantly diminished. If the lamp is not
replaced beforehand, it must be replaced after
The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector
will operate normally.
OK Order Replacement Lamp Lamp > 3500 Hours Notice
To prepare a new lamp, contact your dealer and tell the lamp type number.
(PJD5122/PJD5211/PJD5221)
WARNING Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal
laws. See www.lamprecycle.org
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the
power cord before changing the lamp.
• To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes
before replacing the lamp.
• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution
when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces. Before replacing the
lamp, clean the lamp compartment and dispose of cleaning materials. Be careful of sharp
edges in the lamp compartment. Wash hands after lamp replacement.
• Only ViewSonic certified lamps are tested with this projector. Use of other lamps may
cause electrical shock and fire.
1. Turn the power off and disconnect the
projector from the wall socket. If the
lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting for
approximately 45 minutes until the
2. Turn the projector over. Then loosen
the screws on the lamp cover.
3. Remove the lamp cover from the
• Do not turn the power on with the lamp
• Do not insert your fingers between the
lamp and the projector. The sharp edges
inside the projector may cause injuries.
4. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
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5. Pull out the lamp connector from a slot
in the lamp compartment. Disconnect it
from the projector as illustrated.
6. Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use
the handle to slowly pull the lamp out
• Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp
to break and scatter broken glass in the
• Do not place the lamp in locations where
water might splash on it, children can
reach it, or near flammable materials.
• Do not insert your hands into the projector
after the lamp is removed. If you touch the
optical components inside, it could cause
color unevenness and distortion of the
7. Insert the new lamp into the lamp
compartment and make sure it fits in
8. Reconnect the lamp connector and
place it back into its slot to be flush
13. Restart the projector.
CAUTION Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.
Resetting the lamp timer
14. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen
Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu.
Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter
on the remote control. The Lamp Settings page
is displayed. Press to highlight Reset lamp
timer and press MODE/ENTER on the projector
or Enter on the remote control. A warning
message is displayed asking if you want to reset
the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Enter
on the remote control. The lamp time will be reset to '0'.
CAUTION Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage.
9. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.
• Loose screw may cause a bad connection,
which could result in malfunction.
• Do not over tighten the screw.
10. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and
11. Replace the lamp cover on the
12. Tighten the screws that secure the lamp
• Loose screw may cause a bad connection,
which could result in malfunction.
• Do not over tighten the screws.
1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was
abnormally shut down without the normal cooling
2. The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the
power is turned off. Or
3. The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to
re-start the projector, it will shut down again. Please
contact your dealer for assistance.
The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to re-
start the projector, it will shut down again. Please contact
your dealer for assistance.
1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or
2. Please contact your dealer for assistance.
The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to re-
start the projector, it will shut down again. Please contact
your dealer for assistance.
The projector does not turn on.
Remote control does not work
There is no power from the power
Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the
projector, and plug the power cord into the
power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch,
make sure that it is switched on.
Attempting to turn the projector on
again during the cooling process.
Wait until the cooling down process has
The video source is not turned on or
connected correctly.
Turn the video source on and check that the
signal cable is connected correctly.
The projector is not correctly
connected to the input signal device.
Check the connection.
The input signal has not been
Select the correct input signal with the
SOURCE key on the projector or remote
The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover.
The projection lens is not correctly
Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus
The projector and the screen are not
Adjust the projection angle and direction as
well as the height of the projector if necessary.
The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover.
The battery is out of power. Replace the battery with a new one.
There is an obstacle between the
remote control and the projector.
Remove the obstacle.
You are too far away from the
Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the
projector.Specifications 51
Projector specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Power consumption 315 W (Max); < 1 W (Standby)
Dimensions 264 mm (W) x 96.4 mm (H) x 225 mm (D)
Weight 2.3 Kg (5.07 lbs)
RS-232 serial control 8 pin x 1
Environmental Requirements
Operating temperature 0°C–40°C at sea level
Operating relative humidity 10%–90% (without condensation)
Operating altitude • 0–1499 m at 0°C–35°C
• 1500–3000 m at 0°C–30°C (with High Altitude Mode
Ceiling mount installation
Supported timing for PC input
Ceiling mount screws:
M4 x 8 (Max. L = 10 mm)
Unit: mmSpecifications 53 1024 x 768@120Hz is not supported for the PJD5122. Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs
49.702 59.81 83.5 WXGA_60
62.795 74.934 106.5 WXGA_75
71.554 84.88 122.5 WXGA_85
Copyright 2010. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or
computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical,
chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of ViewSonic
ViewSonic Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties,
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, ViewSonic Corporation
reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the
contents hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes.
*DLP and Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) are trademarks of Texas Instruments. Others
are copyrights of their respective companies or organizations.Appendix 55
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For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller.
Note : You will need the product serial number.
Country/Region Web Site
Australia/New Zealand www.viewsonic.com.au
Other places please refer to http://www.viewsonic.com/la/soporte/index.htm#Mexico
United Kingdom www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/ www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/support/call-desk/ service_gb@viewsoniceurope.com
United States www.viewsonic.com
T (Toll-Free)= 1-800-688-6688
T (Toll)= 1-424-233-2530
PROJECTOR What the warranty covers:
ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal
use, during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during
the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product.
Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
Limited Three (3) year General Warranty
Subject to the more limited one (1) year warranty set out below, North and South America: Three (3) years
warranty for all parts excluding the lamp, three (3) years for labor, and one (1) year for the original lamp
from the date of the rst consumer purchase; Europe except Poland: Three (3) years warranty for all parts
excluding the lamp, three (3) years for labor, and ninety (90) days for the original lamp from the date of
the rst consumer purchase; Poland: Two (2) years warranty for all parts excluding the lamp, two (2) years
for labor, and ninety (90) days for the original lamp from the date of the rst consumer purchase.
Limited One (1) year Heavy Usage Warranty:
Under heavy usage settings, where a projector’s use includes more than four (4) hours average daily
usage, North and South America: One (1) year warranty for all parts excluding the lamp, one (1) year for
labor, and ninety (90) days for the original lamp from the date of the rst consumer purchase; Europe:
One (1) year warranty for all parts excluding the lamp, one (1) year for labor, and ninety (90) days for
the original lamp from the date of the rst consumer purchase.
Other regions or countries: Please check with your local dealer or local ViewSonic ofce for the
warranty information.
Lamp warranty subject to terms and conditions, verication and approval. Applies to manufacturer’s
installed lamp only. All accessory lamps purchased separately are warranted for 90 days.
Who the warranty protects:
This warranty is valid only for the rst consumer purchaser.
What the warranty does not cover:
1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modied or removed.
2. Damage, deterioration, failure, or malfunction resulting from:
a. Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, re, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, improper
maintenance, unauthorized product modication, or failure to follow instructions supplied
b. Operation outside of product specications.
c. Operation of the product for other than the normal intended use or not under normal conditions.
d. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic.
e. Any damage of the product due to shipment.
f. Removal or installation of the product.
g. Causes external to the product, such as electric power uctuations or failure.h. Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic’s specications.
i. Normal wear and tear.
j. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.
3. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
1. For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer Support
(please refer to “Customer Support” page). You will need to provide your product’s serial number.
To obtain warranted service, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name,
(c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product.
3. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized ViewSonic service
center or ViewSonic.
4. For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact ViewSonic.
Limitation of implied warranties:
There are no warranties, express or implied, which extend beyond the description contained herein
including the implied warranty of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose.
Exclusion of damages:
ViewSonic’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic shall not
1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based upon inconvenience,
loss of use of the product, loss of time, loss of prots, loss of business opportunity, loss of goodwill,
interference with business relationships, or other commercial loss, even if advised of the possibility
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise.
3. Any claim against the customer by any other party.
Effect of state law:
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
Sales outside the U.S.A. and Canada:
For warranty information and service on ViewSonic products sold outside of the U.S.A. and Canada,
contact ViewSonic or your local ViewSonic dealer.
The warranty period for this product in mainland China (Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Excluded) is
subject to the terms and conditions of the Maintenance Guarantee Card.
For users in Europe and Russia, full details of warranty provided can be found in www.viewsoniceurope.
com under Support/Warranty Information.
4.3: Projector Warranty PRJ_LW01 Rev. 1h 06-25-07Mexico Limited Warranty
PROJECTOR What the warranty covers:
ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the
warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic
will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include
remanufactured or refurbished parts or components & accessories.
How long the warranty is effective:
3 years for all parts excluding the lamp, 3 years for labor, 1 year for the original lamp from the date of the rst consumer purchase.
Lamp warranty subject to terms and conditions, verication and approval. Applies to manufacturer’s installed lamp only.
All accessory lamps purchased separately are warranted for 90 days.
Who the warranty protects:
This warranty is valid only for the rst consumer purchaser.
What the warranty does not cover:
1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modied or removed.
2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
a. Accident, misuse, neglect, re, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modication,
unauthorized attempted repair, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
b. Any damage of the product due to shipment.
c. Causes external to the product, such as electrical power uctuations or failure.
d. Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic’s specications.
e. Normal wear and tear.
f. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.
3. Any product exhibiting a condition commonly known as “image burn-in” which results when a static image is
displayed on the product for an extended period of time.
4. Removal, installation, insurance, and set-up service charges.
For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer Support (Please refer to the
attached Customer Support page). You will need to provide your product’s serial number, so please record the product
information in the space provided below on your purchase for your future use. Please retain your receipt of proof of
purchase to support your warranty claim.
Purchase Date: ________________________ Extended Warranty Purchase? _______________(Y/N)
If so, what date does warranty expire? _________
1. To obtain warranty service, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c)
your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product.
2. Take or ship the product in the original container packaging to an authorized ViewSonic service center.
3. Round trip transportation costs for in-warranty products will be paid by ViewSonic.
Limitation of implied warranties:
There are no warranties, express or implied, which extend beyond the description contained herein including the
implied warranty of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose.
Exclusion of damages:
ViewSonic’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic shall not be liable for:
1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of
the product, loss of time, loss of prots, loss of business opportunity, loss of goodwill, interference with business
relationships, or other commercial loss, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise.
3. Any claim against the customer by any other party.
4. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic.Contact Information for Sales & Authorized Service (Centro Autorizado de Servicio) within Mexico:
Name, address, of manufacturer and importers:
México, Av. de la Palma #8 Piso 2 Despacho 203, Corporativo Interpalmas,
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