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ViewSonic PJ656 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ViewSonic ® PJ656 LCD Projector...

  • Page 2: Compliance Information

    92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic compaty”, and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to “Safety.” User Information for all Countries Notice: Use the cables which are included with the unit or specified. ViewSonic PJ656...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    ViewSonic PJ656...

  • Page 4: Copyright Information

    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 trademarks of VESA.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    (5) Audio/Video cable (6) Soft case (7) Quick Start Guide and ViewSonic Wizard CD (8) Lens cover, Rivet and Strap NOTE • Keep the original packing materials for future reshipment. For moving the projector, be sure to use the original packing materials. Use special caution for the lens part.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Using the menu function ..24 ViewSonic PJ656 EASY Menu ....25 Aspect, Keystone, Mode, Brightness,...

  • Page 7: Projector Features

    1. Fix the strap to the strap ring of the lens cover. 2. Put the strap into the groove on the rivet. 3. Push the rivet into the strap hole. ViewSonic PJ656 Projector features / Preparations Bottom side Strap hole...

  • Page 8: Part Names

    Vent Lens Lens cover WARNING ►During use or immediately after use, do not touch around the lamp and vents of the projector. ( ) It could cause a burn. ViewSonic PJ656 Control buttons Front-Right side Bottom side Remote sensor Speaker...
  • Page 9 Restart switch by using a cocktail stick or similar, and before turning on again, make sure the projector cools down at least 10 minutes without operating. Only push the Restart switch in these exceptional instances. ViewSonic PJ656 Rear-Left side CONTROL port Restart switch (*)

  • Page 10: Control Buttons

    MAGNIFY ON button OFF button END button FREEZE button POSITION button ESC button Battery cover (on the back) ViewSonic PJ656 LAMP indicator TEMP indicator POWER indicator INPUT button STANDBY/ON button AUTO button BLANK button PAGE UP button VOLUME button MUTE button...

  • Page 11: Setting Up

    fire, an electric shock and/or malfunction to the projector. • Do not place the projector near a humidifier, a smoking space or a kitchen. ►Adjust the direction of the projector to keep the light from directly hitting the projector's remote sensor. ViewSonic PJ656 Setting up...

  • Page 12: Arrangement

    100 (2.5) (133) 120 (3.0) (159) 150 (3.8) (200) 200 (5.1) (266) 250 (6.4) (333) 300 (7.6) 10.2 (400) ViewSonic PJ656 (c) up 16:9 (c) down 4 : 3 screen [m (inch)] max. (43) (58) (73) (87) (102) (117) (132)

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Projector's Elevator

    When you release the elevator buttons, the elevator feet will lock into position. If necessary, you can also finely adjust the height of the projector by twisting the elevator feet by hand. ViewSonic PJ656 Elevator feet Elevator button Setting up...

  • Page 14: Using The Security Bar

    How to attach An anti-theft chain or wire can be attached as shown in the illustration. (Anti-theft chains or wires of up to 10mm in diameter can be used) ViewSonic PJ656 Security Bar Anti-theft chain or wire [sold separately]...

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Devices

    • Please take advantage of this function by connecting the accessory RGB cable to the RGB IN1 port (DDC 2B compatible). Plug-and-Play may not work properly if any other type of connection is attempted. • Please use the standard drivers in your computer as this projector is a Plug-and-Play monitor. ViewSonic PJ656 Setting up...

  • Page 16: Examples Of Connection With A Computer

    RGB out Connecting to a monitor (output) RGB in Connecting to a speaker with amplifier (output) ViewSonic PJ656 USB cable RS-232C cable Stereo mini audio cable Audio out RGB cable Use the RGB IN OUT switch to select RGB OUT (RGB OUT is selected if the switch is pushed in).

  • Page 17: Examples Of Connection With Vcr/Dvd Player

    Audio (R) out Audio (L) out Video out Audio (R) out Audio (L) out S-Video out Component video out Audio (R) out Audio (L) out ViewSonic PJ656 Audio/Video cable Audio cable S-Video cable Component video cable Audio cable Setting up...

  • Page 18: Connecting Power Supply

    • Never modify the power cord. Never attempt to defeat the ground connection of the three-pronged plug. Connect the connector of the power cord to the AC inlet of the projector. Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet. ViewSonic PJ656 AC inlet Connector of the power cord...

  • Page 19: Remote Control

    Align and insert the two AA batteries according to their plus and minus terminals as indicated in the remote control. Close the battery cover. Replace the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and snap it back into place. ViewSonic PJ656 Remote control...

  • Page 20: Using The Remote Control

    • Since the remote control uses infrared light to send signals to the projector (Class1 LED), be sure to use the remote control in an area free from obstacles that could block the remote control’s output signal to the projector. ViewSonic PJ656 approx. 3 meters 30º 30º...

  • Page 21: Power On/Off

    Make sure that the power indicator lights in steady orange, and set the power switch to the OFF position. The POWER indicator will go off. Attach the lens cover. ViewSonic PJ656 Power on/off POWER (Steady orange)

  • Page 22: Operating

    ● When the RGB IN2/RGB OUT port functions as an RGB out port (the RGB IN OUT switch is pushed in), RGB IN2 cannot be selected. In that case “RGB2/ RGB OUT  RGB OUT” message will be displayed. ViewSonic PJ656 RGB IN2 COMPONENT VIDEO ...

  • Page 23: Searcting An Input Signal

    VIDEO input, only 16:9 mode can be selected. ● Performing the automatic adjustment initializes the aspect ratio setting. Adjusting the zoom and focus Use the zoom knob to adjust the screen size. Use the focus ring to focus the picture. ViewSonic PJ656 Operating Zoom knob Focus ring...

  • Page 24: Using The Automatic Adjustment Feature

    To complete this operation, press the POSITION button again. Even if you don’t do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds. ● When this function is performed at a video signal, a certain extra such as a line may appear outside a picture. ViewSonic PJ656 SEARCH VIDEO BLANK ASPECT...

  • Page 25: Correcting The Keystone Distortions

    ● The projector automatically exits the MAGNIFY mode when the input signal is changed, or when the display condition is changed. ● Although in the MAGNIFY mode, the keystone distortion condition may vary, it will be restored when the projector exits the MAGNIFY mode. ViewSonic PJ656 Operating SEARCH VIDEO ASPECT...

  • Page 26: Freezing The Screen

    BLANK button again. ● The projector automatically returns to the input signal screen when the input signal is changed, or when one of the projector’s buttons or the remote control buttons is pressed. ViewSonic PJ656 SEARCH VIDEO BLANK ASPECT AUTO...

  • Page 27: Operating The Computer Screen

    MENU Press keyboard’s PAGE UP key ENTER Press keyboard’s PAGE DOWN key RESET Press keyboard’s ESC key ViewSonic PJ656 Available function Move pointer Left click with mouse Operating Remote control operation Use ▲, ▼, ◄, ► buttons Press ENTER button...

  • Page 28: Multifunctional Settings

    Even if you don't do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after about 10 seconds. ● Some functions cannot be performed when a certain input port is selected, or when a certain input signal is displayed. ViewSonic PJ656 VIDEO ASPECT MAGNIFY HOME...

  • Page 29: Easy Menu

    See the SHARPNESS item in the PICTURE menu. SHRPNESS • There may be some noise when an adjustment is made. This is not a malfunction. Using the buttons ◄/► turns off/on the whisper mode. WHISPER See the WHISPER item in the SETUP menu. ViewSonic PJ656 Description...

  • Page 30: Language

    Select the LANGUAGE item to toggle the menu language. Refer to LANGUAGE description of LANGUAGE in the SCREEN menu. Go To Select “Go To Advanced Menu” to use the menu of PICTURE, Advanced Menu IMAGE, INPUT, SETUP, SCREEN or OPTION. ViewSonic PJ656...

  • Page 31: Picture Menu

    “1”. The darkest tone at the left end of the test pattern cannot be controlled with any of equalizing adjustment bar. • When this function is performed, a certain extra such as a line may appear. ViewSonic PJ656 Description Ramp  Gray scale of 15 steps Multifunctional settings  MENU [RGB]    :SELECT...
  • Page 32 Strong  Weak SHARPNESS • There may be some noise and/or the screen may flicker for a moment when an adjustment is made. This is not a malfunction. ViewSonic PJ656 Description Ramp  Gray scale of 15 steps ENTER : OFFSET...
  • Page 33 • There may be some noise and/or the screen may flicker for a moment when data is loaded to memory. This is not a malfunction. ViewSonic PJ656 Description LOAD1  LOAD2  LOAD3  LOAD4 SAVE4 SAVE3  SAVE2  SAVE1...

  • Page 34: Image Menu

    • This item can be selected only for an RGB signal or a component video signal. Note that this does not work with the input signal of 525i(480i)/625i(576i)/SCART RGB from the component video port. ViewSonic PJ656  MENU [RGB]  PICTURE  IMAGE  INPUT  SETUP...
  • Page 35 For a component video signal The aspect ratio will be automatically selected. The clock phase will be automatically adjusted. • The automatic adjustment operation requires approximately 10 seconds. Also please note that it may not function correctly with some input. ViewSonic PJ656...

  • Page 36: Input Menu

    • When the TURN ON is selected, a moving picture is displayed more smoothly. • This function may cause a certain degradation of the picture. In such a case, please select the TURN OFF. ViewSonic PJ656 Description N-PAL  M-PAL  NTSC4.43  MENU [RGB]    :SELECT  PICTURE...
  • Page 37 • The “SCART RGB” message means the COMPONENT VIDEO port is working as a SCART RGB input port. Please refer to the COMPONENT item in this menu. • This item can't be selected for no signal and sync out. ViewSonic PJ656...

  • Page 38: Setup Menu

    When off is selected, both of two audio ports AUDIO do not work for the input port. (1) RGB1  RGB2  COMPONENT  S-VIDEO  VIDEO (2) 1  2  ViewSonic PJ656  MENU [RGB]  PICTURE  IMAGE  INPUT  SETUP  SCREEN  OPTION...

  • Page 39: Screen Menu

    • To avoid remaining as an afterimage, the MyScreen and the ORIGINAL screens will change to the BLACK screen after several minutes. • For the MyScreen, please refer to the MyScreen item. ViewSonic PJ656 Description NORSK  NEDERLANDS  PORTUGUÊS  日本語  ...

  • Page 40: Myscreen Lock, Message

    Using the buttons ▲/▼ turns on/off the MyScreen lock function. TURN ON  TURN OFF MyScreen Lock When the TURN ON is selected, the item MyScreen is locked. Use this function for protecting the current MyScreen. ViewSonic PJ656 Description below . For...
  • Page 41 The indication of "FREEZE" and "II" while freezing the screen by pressing the FREEZE button. • When the TURN OFF is selected, please remember if the picture is freezing. Do not mistake freezing for a malfurction. ViewSonic PJ656 Multifunctional settings Description...

  • Page 42: Option Menu

    • Please reset the filter time only when you have cleaned or replaced the air filter, for a suitable indication about the air filter. • For the air filter cleaning, see the section "Air filter". ViewSonic PJ656 Description ” message will be displayed.
  • Page 43 Selecting RESET using the button ▲ performs this function. By this function, all the items in all of menus will collectively return to the initial setting. Note that the items LAMP TIME, FILTER TIME and LANGUAGE are not reset. RESET  CANCEL ViewSonic PJ656 Multifunctional settings Description...

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    When the pictures appear dark or when the color tone is poor, please replace the lamp as soon as possible. Do not use old (used) lamps; this is a potential cause of breakage. ViewSonic PJ656 HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE...
  • Page 45 (4) Point at the ”LAMP TIME” using ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button. A dialog will appear. (5) Press the ▲ button to select “RESET” on the dialog. It performs resetting the lamp time. ViewSonic PJ656 Maintenance Lamp cover Screw...

  • Page 46: Air Filter

    Please replace the air filter when it is damaged or too soiled. Preparation of a new air filter is recommended. To obtain a new air filter, please contact ViewSonic for the air filter part number. When you replace the lamp, please replace the air filter. An air filter of specified type will come together with a replacement lamp for this projector.
  • Page 47 (3) Point at the “FILTER TIME” using ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button. A dialog will appear. (4) Press the ▲ button to select “RESET” on the dialog. It performs resetting the filter time. ViewSonic PJ656 locations. Air filter’s knob Air filter...

  • Page 48: Other Care

    After making sure the the projector has cooled, lightly wipe with gauze or a soft cloth. If soiling is severe, dip soft cloth in water or a neutral cleaner diluted in water, and wipe lightly after wringing well. Then, wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth. ViewSonic PJ656...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    FILTER MAINTENANCE IS ESSENTIAL TO REMOVE WARNING MESSAGE, RESET FILTER TIMER. SEE MANUAL FURTHER INFO. ViewSonic PJ656 Description There is no input signal. Please confirm the signal input connection, and the status of the signal source. The horizontal or vertical wavelength of the input signal is out of the response parameter range of this unit.

  • Page 50: Regarding The Indicator Lamps

    (discre- tionary) Blinking Lighting Lighting Blinking Blinking Lighting ViewSonic PJ656 TEMP Turned The projector is in a standby state. Please refer to the section “Power On/Off”. The projector is warming up. Turned Please wait. Turned The projector is in an on state.
  • Page 51 ViewSonic PJ656 TEMP The cooling fan is not operating. Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool down at least 20 minutes.

  • Page 52: Phenomena That May Easily Be Mistaken For Machine Defects

    The RGB IN2 port is assigned to an RGB out while an RGB input signal is inputted to the port. Push the RGB IN OUT switch to switch the function of the port. ViewSonic PJ656 Cases not involving a machine defect Reference page...
  • Page 53 Color tone is COLOR SPACE setting is not suitable. poor. Change the COLOR SPACE setting to AUTO, RGB, SMPTE240, REC709 or REC601. ViewSonic PJ656 Cases not involving a machine defect Troubleshooting Reference page 12,13 12, 13 25, 28,...
  • Page 54 NOTE • Although bright spots or dark spots may appear on the screen, this is a unique characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and it does not constitute or imply a machine defect. ViewSonic PJ656 Cases not involving a machine defect Reference page...

  • Page 55: Warranty And After-Service

    Ports Lamp Optional Air filter parts Others ViewSonic PJ656 Liquid crystal projector 1.5 cm (0.6 type) TFT active matrix 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) Zoom lens F=1.7 ~ 1.9 f=18.9 ~ 22.6 mm 180W UHB 1W x 1 AC100-120V/3.1A, AC220-240V/1.7A...
  • Page 56 Specifications Specifications (continued) ViewSonic PJ656...

  • Page 57: Customer Support

    Thailand South Africa/Other www.viewsonic.com countries Hong Kong www.hk.viewsonic.com/support/ Macau www.hk.viewsonic.com/support/ Korea www.viewsonic.com ViewSonic PJ656 T=Telephone E-mail F=Fax T= (800) 688 6688 service.us@viewsonic.com F= (909) 468 1202 T=(866) 463 4775 service.ca@viewsonic.com T= 0207 949 0307 service.eu@viewsoniceurope.com Contact your reseller service.eu@viewsoniceurope.com AUS= 1800 880 818 service@au.viewsonic.com...

  • Page 58: Warranty

    ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship 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.

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