Cabling
Refer to the table below for connecting each terminal of the projector to a device.
Function
Analog RGB input
RS-232C communication
Component video input
S-video input
Video input/
Audio input
Audio Input
Warnings
• Incorrect connections could result in fire or electrical shock.
• Before connecting, turn off all devices to be connected.
• Use the cables that are packaged with the product. Refer to page 27.
• See "Power Cord Safety Guidelines" on page 28.
NOTE:
• Before connecting, read the instruction manuals of the devices to be connected, and make sure that the projector is
compatible with the device(s).
• Securely tighten the screws on the connectors.
• For some RGB input modes, the optional Mac adapter is necessary.
• Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. You may not be able to use some of the modes with this
projector.
Power Connection
Use the correct power cord supplied with your projector. Connect the AC inlet of the projector to the
power outlet as shown in the graphic below.
Figure 7: Power Cord Connect
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ViewSonic PJ501/PJ551
Table 2: Cabling
Terminal
RGB
CONTROL
VIDEO Y
VIDEO C
/P
B
B
VIDEO C
/P
R
R
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO (L)
AUDIO (R)
3.5 mm to mini-jack L/R
Cable
Accessory RGB cable or optional
RGB cable with D-sub 15-pin shrink
jack and inch thread screws
Optional RS-232C cable
Accessory component video cable
Accessory S-video cable with mini
DIN 4-pin jack
Accessory video/audio cable with
RCA jacks
Optional