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 specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right corner of our website.
Compliance Information FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow- ing 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.
Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this unit near water. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the unit in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS2 Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below: Proposed Maximum Substance...
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Table of contents Important safety Using the 3D functions ...... 35 Using the projector in standby mode . 36 instructions .......2 Adjusting the sound ......36 Introduction......4 Shutting down the projector ....37 Menu operation........38 Projector features ......... 4 Shipping contents.........
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. Safety Instructions Please read this manual before you operate your projector.
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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.
Introduction Projector features 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. • Dynamic mode adjusting the power consumption of the lamp according to the brightness of the image being projected •...
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. Projector Power Cord VGA Cable ViewSonic Corporation (US/Canada/Latin America) : www.viewsonic.com/support/product-registration : 14035 Pipeline Ave. Chino, CA 91710, USA : 909-468-1240 United States Latin America 1-800-688-6688 http://www.viewsonic.com/la/...
Projector exterior view Lamp cover Front/upper Front IR remote sensor Projection lens Focus ring Zoom ring Power button and LED indicators External control panel (See "Projector" on page 7 details.) Vent (air inlet) AC power cord inlet HDMI-1 port HDMI-2 port RGB (PC)//Component video 5 6 7 (YPbPr/YCbCr) signal input...
Controls and functions Projector 4 5 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 Focus ring Exit Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the projected image. Source Displays the source selection bar.
Remote control (Keystone keys) Power Manually corrects distorted images Toggles the projector between standby resulting from an angled projection. mode and Power ON. Left/ Right/ Down VIDEO Selects the desired menu items and Selects Video source for display. makes adjustments. COMP Selects D-Sub / Comp.
PgUp (Page Up)/ Power Off Operates your display software program Turns the projector off. (on a connected PC) which responds to HDMI page up commands (like Microsoft Selects HDMI source for display. PowerPoint) when the mouse mode is Source activated. Displays the source selection bar.
Using the remote PgUp/PgDn function The capability of operating your computer with the remote control gives you more flexibility when delivering presentations. Set the input signal to a PC signal. Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse.
Replacing the remote control batteries To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to view its back, press on the finger grip on the cover and pull it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment.
Positioning your projector Choosing a location 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 equipment.
Projection dimensions PX705HD The "screen" mentioned below refers to the projection screen usually consisting of a screen surface and a support structure. • 16:9 image on a 16:9 screen • 16:9 image on a 4:3 screen (e): Screen (f): Center of lens...
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16:9 image on a 4:3 Screen (a) Screen Size (b) Projection distance (d) Vertical offset (c) Image height min. max. min. max. inch inch inch inch inch inch 1372 1651 1829 1651 1981 2184 1930 2337 2565 2210 2667 2921 2489 2997 3277...
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PA505W The "screen" mentioned below refers to the projection screen usually consisting of a screen surface and a support structure. • 16:10 image on a 16:10 screen • 16:10 image on a 4:3 screen (e): Screen (f): Center of lens 16:10 image on a 16:10 Screen (a) Screen Size (b) Projection distance...
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16:10 image on a 4:3 Screen (a) Screen Size (b) Projection distance (d) Vertical offset (c) Image height min. max. min. max. inch inch inch inch inch inch 1372 1723 1898 1651 2074 2285 1930 2425 2672 2210 2776 3058 1105 2489 3126...
Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: Turn all equipment off before making any connections. Use the correct signal cables for each source. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents"...
Connecting a computer or a monitor Connecting a computer Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the computer. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the COMPUTER IN signal input socket on the projector.
video natively, so if available on your devices, this should be your connection method of choice in preference to (composite) video. "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 19 for how to connect the projector to a component video device. Least video quality 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...
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. 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:...
Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). (If available) Remove the lens cap. Press Power to start the projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a "Power On Ring Tone"...
Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. The OSD screenshots below are for reference only, and may differ from the actual design. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Main menu icon Highlight Status...
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"...
Entering the password recall procedure Press and hold Auto Sync on the remote control for 3 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local service center to decode the number.
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 SYSTEM menu is On if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with two adjuster foot. It changes the image height and vertical projection angle. Screw the adjuster foot to fine tune the angle until the image is positioned where you want it. 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.
Fine-tuning the image clarity Adjust the projected image to the size If necessary, sharpen the image by rotating that you need using the zoom ring. the focus ring. Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image becomes a trapezoid due to angled projection.
4:3 picture 4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration. 16:9 (PX705HD): 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...
Standard mode: Is designed for presentations under daylight environment to match PC and notebook coloring. Gaming (PX705HD): Suitable for playing video games in a bright living room. Photo mode (PA505W): Is designed for photo viewing. Movie 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) environment.
Using Screen Color 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 >...
Adjusting Brilliantcolor Go to the IMAGE > ADVANCED > Brilliantcolor 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.
Color Management 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 you require it. 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.
Setting the presentation timer Presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function: Go to the BASIC > Presentation Timer menu. Press Enter to display the Presentation Timer page. Highlight Timer Period and decide the time period by pressing .
Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can press BLANK 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. >...
However, this is not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or extreme conditions. Using the CEC function This projector supports CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function for synchronized power on/off operation via HDMI connection. That is, if a device that also supports CEC function is connected to the HDMI input of the projector, when the projector’s power is turned off, the power of the connected device will also be turned off automatically.
Using the projector in standby mode Some of the projector functions are available in standby mode (plugged in but not turned on). To use these functions, be sure you have turned on the corresponding menus under POWER MANAGEMENT > Standby Settings, and the cable connections are correctly made.
Shutting down the projector Press Power and a confirmation message is displayed prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. Press Power a second time. Once the cooling process finishes, a "Power Off Ring Tone" will be heard. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket if the projector will not be used in an extended period of time.
Position DISPLAY Phase H. Size Zoom OverScan Off/1/2/3/4/5 3X Fast Input Inactive/Active Brightest/Sports (PX705HD)/ Presentation (PA505W)/Standard/ Color Mode Gaming (PX705HD)/Photo (PA505W)/ Movie Brightness Contrast Warm/Normal/Cool Red Gain Green Gain Color Temp Blue Gain Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset IMAGE...
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Timer Display Always/1 min /2 min/3 min/Never Timer Top-Left/Bottom-Left/Top-Right/ Position Bottom-Right Presentation Timer Timer Counting Count Down/Count Up 4. BASIC Direction Sound On/Off Reminder Start Yes/No Counting/Off Pattern Off/Grid Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 Blank Timer min/30 min Message On/Off Splash Black/Blue/ViewSonic Screen...
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Main menu Sub-menu Options Auto/Off/Frame Sequential/Frame 3D Sync Packing/Top-Bottom/Side-by-Side 3D Settings 3D Sync Disable/Invert Invert HDMI Format Auto/RGB/YUV HDMI Settings HDMI Range Auto/Enhanced/Normal Lamp Mode Normal/Eco/Dynamic/SuperEco ADVANCE Lamp Reset Lamp Reset/Cancel Settings Hours Lamp Hours Off/On Closed Off/CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4 Caption Reset Reset/Cancel Settings Language...
Description of each menu Function Description "Using Screen Color" on page 30 for details. Screen Color This function is only available when a PC input signal is selected. Aspect Ratio "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 28 for details. Keystone "Correcting keystone"...
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Function Description Color Mode "Selecting a picture mode" on page 29 for details. Brightness "Adjusting Brightness" on page 30 for details. Contrast "Adjusting Contrast" on page 30 for details. "Selecting a Color Temperature" on page 31 "Setting a Color Temp preferred color temperature"...
Function Description Signal Selecting All allows the projector to turn on automatically once the VGA/HDMI signal is fed through the VGA/HDMI cable. Auto Power On "Using the CEC function" on page 35 for details. Direct Power On Selecting On allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed through the power cord.
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Function Description 3D Settings "Using the 3D functions" on page 35 for details. HDMI Settings "Changing HDMI input settings" on page 25 for details. Lamp Mode "Setting Lamp Mode" on page 47 for details. Reset Lamp Hours Resets the lamp timer after new lamp is installed. For changing the Lamp Settings lamp, please contact qualified service personnel.
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Function Description Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See Language "Using the menus" on page 22 for details. Projector "Choosing a location" on page 12 for details. Position Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press.
Maintenance Care of the projector You need to keep the lens and/or filter (optional accessory) clean on a regular basis. Never remove any parts of the projector. Contact your dealer when any part of the projector needs replacing. Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.
Lamp information 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: Open the OSD menu and go to the ADVANCED > Lamp Settings menu. Press Enter and the Lamp Settings page is displayed.
If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your need, select Disable. The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period. Setting Power Saving The projector lowers the power consumption if no input source is detected after 5 minutes to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.
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Indicators Light Status & Description Blue Power events Lamp Ready Start Flashing Cooling Flashing Case Open 7 blinks DMD Error 8 blinks Color Wheel Error 9 blinks Lamp events Lamp Re-Strike 6 Times Failed 5 blinks Lamp Temperature Shut Down (Ballast Temp.) 5 blinks 1 blinks Lamp Short Circuit in Output Detected (Ballast...
Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power There is no power from the power cord. outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.
All specifications are subject to change without notice. • Not all models can be purchased in your region. General Product name DLP Projector Optical Resolution PX705HD: 1920 x 1080 1080p PA505W: 1280 x 800 WXGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lamp 240 W lamp...
Environmental Requirements Operating temperature 5°C–40°C at sea level Operating relative 10%–90% (without condensation) humidity Operating altitude • 0–1499 m at 5°C–35°C • 1500–3000 m at 5°C–25°C (with High Altitude Mode on) Storage temperature -10°C to +60°C Storage humidity 10% to 85% Non-Condensing Storage altitude 30°C@ 0 to 12200m above sea level Dimensions...
Timing chart Analog RGB Signal Resolution (dots) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate (Hz) 640 x 480 60/72/75/85 SVGA 800 x 600 60/72/75/85 1024 x 768 60/70/75/85 1152 x 864 1280 x 768 15:9 WXGA 1280 x 800 16:10 60/75/85 1360 x 768 16:9 Quad-VGA 1280 x 960...
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HDMI Signal Resolution (dots) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate (Hz) 640 x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 15:9 WXGA 1280 x 800 16:10 1360 x 768 16:9 Quad-VGA 1280 x 960 SXGA 1280 x 1024 SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 WXGA+...
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3D (HDMI signal included) Signal Resolution (dots) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate (Hz) SVGA 800 x 600 60* / 120** 1024 x 768 60* / 120** 1280 x 720 16:9 60* / 120** WXGA 1280 x 800 16:9 60* / 120** HDTV (1080p) 1920 x 1080 16:9...
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Appendix IR control table Format Byte1 Byte2 Byte3 Byte4 (with Blue back light) Power On Power Off COMP VIDEO HDMI Auto sync Source Up /V keystone + Left Enter Right Down/V keystone - Menu Information Exit Aspect Freeze Pattern Blank PgUp/ ID set Volume+/ ID1 Zoom + /ID2...
RS232 command table <Pin assignment for this two end> Description Description RTSZ CTSZ <Interface> RS-232 protocol Baud Rate 115200 bps (default) Data Length 8 bit Parity Check None Stop Bit 1 bit Flow Control None...
(1) year for the original lamp from the date of the first consumer purchase. Other regions or countries: Please check with your local dealer or local ViewSonic office for the warranty information. Limited One (1) year Heavy Usage Warranty: Under heavy usage settings, where a projector’s use includes more than fourteen...
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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...
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 &...
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