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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:// box in the upper right corner of our website. “Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual”...
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At ViewSonic, we believe that our products have the potential to make a positive impact in the world, and we are confident that the ViewSonic product you have chosen will serve you well. Once again, thank you for choosing ViewSonic !
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Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement 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.
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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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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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Product Registration To fulfill possible future product needs, and to receive additional product information as it becomes available, please visit your region section on ViewSonic’s website to register your product online. The ViewSonic CD also provides an opportunity for you to print the product registration form.
Table of contents Important safety Creating your own startup screen ..36 Operating in a high altitude environment instructions .......2 ............37 Introduction......4 Using the CEC function..... 37 Using the 3D functions ...... 37 Projector features ......... 4 Using the projector in standby mode 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 •...
Shipping contents 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 illustrated.
Projector exterior view External control panel Front/upper side (See "Projector" on page 7 details.) Lamp cover Vent (heated air exhaust) Front IR remote sensor Adjuster foot Lens shift wheel Focus and Zoom rings HDMI/MHL-3 port Micro-USB cable Projection lens Audio signal output socket Audio signal input socket 2/ Microphone Rear/lower side...
Controls and functions Projector Focus ring Enter Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item. Zoom ring Displays the Corner Adj. page. Adjusts the size of the projected image. Lens shift wheel (My Button) Shifts the projection lens vertically.
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Remote control HDMI COMP VIDEO /MHL Auto Source Sync Enter Menu Exit PgUp PgDn Mouse Pattern Blank Audio Color Mode Mode Mode To use the remote mouse control keys (Keystone keys) (Page Up, Page Down, , and ), see Manually corrects distorted images "Using the remote mouse control"...
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Laser (Right mouse button) Emits visible laser pointer light for Performs the same function as the right presentation purposes. mouse button when the mouse mode is activated. Exit Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits Only available when a PC input signal is selected.
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can prevent interference from other remote controls. Set the remote control code for the projector first before changing that for the remote control. To switch the code for the projector, select from among 1 to 8 in the SYSTEM SETTING: ADVANCED >...
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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 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 16:9 image on a 16:9 Screen (a) Screen Size (d) Vertical offset...
Shifting the projection lens vertically The vertical lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the projector to be positioned slightly above or below the top level of the projected images. Use the wheel to shift the projection lens upwards or downwards within the allowable range depending on your desired image position.
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.
Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • HDMI • Component Video • S-Video • Video (composite) 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.
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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. VGA-Component adapter (ViewSonic P/N: CB-00008906)
Connecting an S-Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket 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. Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device.
About the microphone input • If you wish to use a microphone, connect a 3.5 mini jack cable microphone to the projector. • You can use a wireless microphone as long as a wireless module is attached to the projector’s microphone input jack and it works well with the associated devices. To ensure a quality use of the wireless microphone, it is recommended that your microphone conforms to the specifications listed in the table below.
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"...
Language English H. Size Projector Position Front Table Zoom Menu Settings Blank Timer Disable Splash Screen ViewSonic Analog RGB MENU Exit Screen Capture My Button Auto Advanced Analog RGB MENU Exit Press Exit twice* to leave and to highlight the SYSTEM save the settings.
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"...
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Press and hold Auto Sync on the remote control RECALL PASSWORD for 3 seconds. The projector will display a coded Please write down the recall code, number on the screen. and contact ViewSonic Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your Recall code: projector.
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.
• Auto: Sets the projector to detect the HDMI range of the input signal automatically. This function is only available when the HDMI input port is in use. Refer to the documentation of the device for information on the color space and HDMI range settings.
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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.
Adjusting 4 corners You can manually adjusts the shape and size of an image that is unevenly rectangular on all sides. To display the Corner Adj. page, you can do Corner Adj. one of the followings: i. Press Enter. ii. Open the OSD menu and go to the DISPLAY >...
To reduce size of the picture, press Enter to switch back to the zoom in/out functionality, and press repeatedly until it is restored to the original size. You can also press Auto Sync on the remote control to restore the picture to its original size. •...
Panorama: Scales a 4:3 image vertically and horizontally in a non-linear manner so that it fills the screen. 4:3 picture 2.35:1: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 2.35:1 aspect ratio without aspect alteration. 2.35:1 picture Anamorphic: Scales a 2.35:1 aspect image so that it fills the screen.
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Selectable lamp modes may vary depending on the Color Mode selected. 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.
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This function is only available when the input signal is S-Video, Video, YPbPr (digital) or YCbCr (digital). Adjusting Brilliant Color Go to the PICTURE > Advanced > 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.
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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: Press on the remote control to access the Presentation Timer menu or go to the SYSTEM SETTING: BASIC >...
Creating your own startup screen In addition to selecting the projector preset startup screen from among Black, Blue, or ViewSonic screen, you can make your own startup screen that is a picture projected from your computer or video source. To create your own startup screen: Project the picture you want to use as your startup screen from either a computer or video source.
In the unlikely event that the capturing action fails, change your target picture. When the resolution of the input signal is higher than the projector’s native display resolution (See "Projector specifications" on page 56 for details.), the capture action may fail. When it happens, please set the resolution of the input signal under native resolution and try again.
If the 3D signal is input from an HDMI 1.4a compatible device, the projector detects the signal for 3D Sync information and once detected, it projects images in 3D format automatically. In other cases, you may need to manually select a 3D Sync format for the projector to project 3D images correctly.
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Adjusting the sound level Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETTING: ADVANCED > Audio Settings > Audio Volume menu. Press to select a desired sound level. If available, you can press on the remote control to adjust the projector’s sound level. Adjusting the Audio In 2 setting Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETTING: ADVANCED >...
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.
Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. 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 accessible.
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Menu Settings Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/ Menu Position Bottom-Left/Bottom-Right Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/ SYSTEM Blank Timer 20 min/25 min/30 min SETTING: Black/Blue/ViewSonic/ BASIC Splash Screen Screen Capture/Off Screen Capture Auto/Projection (Projector Position)/Menu Position/Color Temp./Brightness/Contrast/3D Settings/Screen Color/Splash Screen/Message/ My Button Quick Auto Search/CEC/DCR/Closed Caption/...
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Main menu Sub-menu Options Pattern Off/Test Card Message On/Off Timer Period Timer Display SYSTEM Advanced Timer Position SETTING: Presentation Timer Timer Counting BASIC Direction Sound Reminder Start Counting/Off High Altitude Mode On/Off On/Off Standard/Speech/ Audio Mode Entertainment Mute On/Off Audio Volume Audio Settings Audio In 2 Audio/Microphone...
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Description of each menu Function Description "Using Screen Color" on page 32 for details. Screen Color This function is only available when a PC input signal is selected. Aspect Ratio "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 30 for details. Keystone "Correcting keystone"...
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Function Description Color "Adjusting Color" on page 32 for details. Tint "Adjusting Tint" on page 32 for details. The function is only available when Video or S-Video input with NTSC system is selected. Sharpness "Adjusting Sharpness" on page 32 for details. Advanced Gamma "Selecting a gamma setting"...
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Function Description Computer Selecting Enable allows the projector to turn on automatically once the VGA signal is fed through the VGA cable. Auto Power On "Using the CEC function" on page 37 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 Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. Language "Using the menus" on page 23 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.
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Function Description 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). Closed Caption This function is only available when a Composite video or S-Video input signal is selected and its system format...
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Function Description Source Shows the current signal source. Color Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Current System Resolution Status Shows the native resolution of the input signal. Color System Shows input system format. Firmware Version Shows the current firmware version.
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.
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• If your projector is ceiling-mounted or is not easily accessible, pay special attention to your personal safety when replacing the dust filter. Installing the dust filter Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug it from power source. As the arrows shown to the right, fit the filter by aligning and inserting it into the projector slots.
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 SYSTEM SETTING: ADVANCED > Lamp Settings menu.
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Highlight Power Saving and press When Enable is selected, the projector lamp will be changed to Eco mode after no signal is detected for 5 minutes. The lamp power will be changed to SuperEco mode after no signal is detected for 20 minutes. Timing of replacing the lamp Please install a new lamp or consult your dealer when the Lamp indicator light lights up.
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Indicators Light Status & Description Power events Blue Stand-by mode Flashing Powering up Blue Normal operation Blue Blue Normal power-down cooling (3 sec) Flashing Downloading Burn in off Blue Blue Blue Lamp events Blue First Lamp-Lit error cooling (60 sec) Flashing Lamp error in normal operation (30 sec) CW start fail (30 sec)
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.
Specifications Projector specifications • All specifications are subject to change without notice. • Not all models can be purchased in your region. General Product name DLP Projector Optical Resolution 1920 x 1080 1080p Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lamp 240 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 50–60 Hz (Automatic)
Output terminal RGB output D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 Audio signal output Audio jack x 1 Speaker 10 watt x 1 Control terminal RS-232 serial control 9 pin x 1 USB serial control Type mini B x 1 (Front) IR receiver Environmental Requirements Operating temperature 0°C–40°C at sea level...
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** for Video Signal Signal Resolution (dots)
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Component video Signal Resolution (dots) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate (Hz) HDTV (1080p) 1920 x 1080 16:9 50 / 60 HDTV (1080i) 1920 x 1080 16:9 50 / 60 HDTV (720p) 1280 x 720 16:9 50 / 60 SDTV (480p) 720 x 480 4:3 / 16:9 SDTV (576p) 720 x 576...
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Appendix IR control table Format Byte1 Byte2 Byte3 Byte4 PgDn PgUp Blank Auto sync Down Left Right Color Mode Mute Enter Power ON Presentation Timer Exit D. ECO (Eco mode) Menu Mouse Mouse Left Mouse Right Source Pattern My button HDMI/MHL COMP VIDEO...
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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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Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic's liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic shall not be liable for: Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based upon...
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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: 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 profits, loss of business opportunity, loss of goodwill, interference with business relationships, or other commercial loss, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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