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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://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box on our website.
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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.
Safety Precautions following Safety Precautions before you start using the projector. Please read the • Keep this user guide in a safe place for later reference. • Read all warnings and follow all instructions. • Allow at least 20“ (50 cm) clearance around the projector to ensure proper ventilation.
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(UPS). • If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is present, immediately switch the projector off and call your dealer or ViewSonic®. It is dangerous to continue using the projector. • Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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Safety Precautions - Ceiling Mounting Please read the following Safety Precautions before you start using the projector. If you intend to mount the projector on the ceiling, it is strongly recommended that you use a proper fitting projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed.
Introduction Package Contents LSC520WU Input Computer Video HDMI LSC520WU Auto Menu Series Laser Projector Quick Start Guide Keystone Image Freeze Pattern クイックスタートガイド Aspect Mute Blank Zoom Volume Timer http://vsweb.us Download Link http://vsweb.us/q/dn.php ViewSonic Projector Number Description Projector Remote Control Batteries...
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Aspect Mute Blank Zoom Volume Timer http://vsweb.us Download Link http://vsweb.us/q/dn.php ViewSonic Projector Number Description Projector Remote Control Batteries Quick Start Guide Power Cord NOTE: The power cord and remote control included in your package may vary depending on your country. Please contact your local reseller for more...
Product Overview Projector Number Description Projection Lens Focus Ring Zoom Ring Lens Shift (V) Remote Control IR Sensor LED Indicator Keypad Power Button Vent Filter NOTE: Do not block projector intake and exhaust vents.
Keypad INPUT INPUT MENU EXIT Description INPUT Input Displays the input source selection bar. MENU Menu Open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. EXIT Toggles the projector between standby mode and Power Power On. EXIT Exit Close the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. Selects the desired menu items and makes Navigation adjustments when the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu...
I/O Ports HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT COMPUTER SERVICE 5V/1.5A HDBaseT MONITOR OUT CONTROL AUDIO IN VIDEO RS232 Port Description AC IN AC IN socket. AUDIO IN (L/R) Connection for stereo audio signal. Security slot for securing the projector to a fixed Security Slot object.
Remote Control Input Computer Video HDMI Auto Menu Keystone Image Freeze Pattern Aspect Mute Blank Zoom Volume Timer Button Description Input Displays the source selection bar. Turn the projector On or Off. Computer Selects the VGA input source. Video Selects the video input source. HDMI Selects the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input source.
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Button Description Freeze Freeze the projected image. Pattern Displays embedded test pattern. Aspect Displays the aspect ratio selection bar. Selects Light source mode. Mute Turn on or off the sound. Display the current status and information of the projector. Zoom Increase or decrease the projected image size.
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Remote Control - Receiver Range To ensure proper function of the remote control follow the steps below: 1. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30° perpendicular to the projector’s IR remote control sensor(s). 2. The distance between the remote control and the sensor(s) should not exceed 6 m (19 ft).
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Remote Control - Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the remote control. 2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries. NOTE: Observe the battery’s polarities as indicated. 3. Replace the battery cover by aligning it with the base and pushing it back into position.
Initial Setup Choosing a Location - Projection Orientation Personal preference and room layout will decide the installation location. Consider the following: • Size and position of your screen. • Location of a suitable power outlet. • Location and distance between the projector and other equipment. The projector is designed to be installed in one of the following locations: Location Front...
NOTE: If you buy a third party mount, please use the correct screw size. Screw size can vary depending on the thickness of the mounting plate. 1. To ensure the most secure installation, please use a ViewSonic® wall or ceiling mount.
Making Connections Connecting to Power 1. Connect the power cord to the AC IN socket at the rear of the projector. 2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. NOTE: When installing the projector, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible outlet near the unit.
Connecting to External Devices VGA Connection Connect one end of a VGA cable to the VGA port of the computer. Then connect the other end of the cable to the COMPUTER port of the projector. NOTE: Some computers do not turn on their external displays automatically when connected to a projector.
VGA Out Connection To view the projected content up close on a monitor as well as project it, a monitor can be connected to the MONITOR OUT port of the projector. After establishing the VGA Connection, connect one end of a VGA cable to the VGA port of your monitor.
Composite Video Connection Connect one end of a Video cable to the Video port of your video device. Then connect the other end of the cable to the VIDEO port of your projector. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT COMPUTER SERVICE...
HDMI Connection Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your video device. Then connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 port of your projector. HDMI 2 HDMI 1 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT...
Audio Connection The projector supports both Audio In and Audio Out. Audio In To play audio from your external device through the projector’s speakers, connect one end of an audio cable to your external device, and the other end to the projector’s AUDIO IN port.
USB Connection USB Type A The USB Type A port is for reader (FAT32) and supplying power. USB Type B The USB Type B port is for service and USB display. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT COMPUTER SERVICE 5V/1.5A...
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USB Display USB Display will output the computer’s audio and image. 1. Connect one end of a USB Type B cable to the USB port of your computer. Then connect the other end of the cable to the SERVICE port of your projector. 2.
Network Connection Plug the network cable into the CONTROL port for network connectivity. The projector provides several networking and remote management features. The LAN /RJ45 function of the projector, through a network, can control the projector remotely. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT...
RS-232 Connection When you use a RS-232 serial port cable to connect the projector to an external computer certain functions can be controlled remotely by the PC, including Power On/Off, Volume adjustment, Input select, Brightness, and more. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT...
HDBaseT Connection NOTE: HDBaseT is only available for LSC521WU. HDBaseT is a technology to transmit image signal through a LAN cable. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT COMPUTER SERVICE 5V/1.5A HDBaseT MONITOR OUT CONTROL AUDIO IN VIDEO RS232...
Using the Projector Turning the Projector On Input Computer Video HDMI Auto Menu EXIT Keystone Aspect Freeze Pattern Screen Mute 1. Make sure the projector’s power cord is properly connected to a power outlet. 2. Press the Power button on the projector or remote control to turn on the projector.
Selecting an Input Source The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. NOTE: HDBaseT is only available for LSC521WU. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB A AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT COMPUTER...
Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector’s Height and Projection Angle The projector is equipped with two adjustment feet. Adjusting the feet will change the projector’s height and the vertical projection angle. Adjustment Feet Tilt-Adjustment Ring...
Adjusting the Focus, Keystone, and Lens Shift You can improve and adjust the clarity and position of the image by adjusting the Focus Ring, Lens Shift dial, or Zoom Ring. LENS SHIFT...
Turning the Projector Off 1. Press the Power button on the projector or remote control and a “power off message” will appear. 2. Press the Power button again to confirm and shut down the projector. 3. The Power Indicator Light will flash orange and enter standby mode.
Menu Operation On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu The projector has multilingual on-screen display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Menu Description Adjust image position, Aspect, Projector and Menu Display Position, Background Display, and Signal Format settings.
Menu Navigation The projector has multilingual on-screen display menus that allow for image and settings adjustment. 1. To open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, press the Menu button on the projector or the remote control. 2. When the OSD is displayed, use the Navigation buttons ( ) to select any item in the main menu.
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Auto PC Adj. Fine Sync H Position (-5~+5) V Position (-5~+5) H Size (-15~+15) Auto 16:9 16:10 Aspect 21:9 Advanced Front Display Rear Ceiling / Front Projector Position Ceiling / Rear Auto Ceiling / Front Auto Ceiling / Rear Upper Left...
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Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Standard Cinema Golf Image Mode Colorboard User Brightest Mode 1 Dynamic Mode Mode 2 Mode 3 Contrast (0~63) Brightness (0~63) High Color Temp Image Settings User Color (0~63) Tint (0~63) (0~63) Green (0~63) Blue (0~63) Sharpness (0~15) Yellow...
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Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Direct Power On Normal Standby Mode Network High Altitude Mode Auto Normal Cooling Fast 30 sec 0 sec Closed Caption Key Lock Settings 19200 4800 Baud Rate 38400 9600 Normal Full Laser Control Light Source Mode ECO1 ECO2 Volume...
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Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option English Deutsch Français Italiano Español Português Nederlands Svenska Suomi Norsk Dansk Polski Language Český Magyar Русский Türkçe Қазақ Tiếng Việt 한국어 日本語 ไทย 中文繁體 中文 Advanced Bahasa Indonesia یسراف Input Search Auto PC Adj. Auto Setup Auto Keystone Manual Store...
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Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Default Logo Select User Logo Capture Logo PIN Code Lock Logo PIN Code Change PIN Code Lock Security PIN Code Change Ready Shutdown Advanced Power Management Timer (1~30 min) Ready Countdown (0~30 min) 500H Timer 1000H Filter Counter 2000H...
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Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Input H-Sync Freq. V-Sync Freq. Light Source Counter Information MAC Address Firmware Version SUBCPU...
Menu Options Display Menu Description Automatically adjust the best picture timings for the projected image. Auto PC Adj. NOTE: For the PC input signal only. Manually adjust the picture timings for the projected image. Fine Sync NOTE: For the PC input signal only. Manually set the horizontal position of the projected image.
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Menu Description 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.
Image Settings Menu Description There are several predefined display modes that you can choose from to suit your viewing preference. Mode Description Designed for normal circumstances in a Standard daylight environment. Provides the best balance of detail and Image Mode Cinema colors for watching movies.
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Menu Description High/Mid/Low Select from Warm, Standard, or Cold color temperatures. Color Temp. User Set a custom color temperature Adjusts the contrast levels of red. Green Adjusts the contrast levels of green. Blue Adjusts the contrast levels of blue. A higher value will sharpen the image, while a lower value Sharpness will soften the image.
Settings Menu Description The projector will turn on automatically once connected to a Direct Power On power source. Normal Normal standby > 0.5W; the Network setup function is available. Standby Mode Eco standby < 0.5W; the Network setup function is not available.
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Menu Description Set a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that Baud Rate you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and control the projector with RS-232 commands. Change the light source brightness according to the projector’s operating environment.
Advanced Menu Description Language Select the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu language. Input Search Automatically find and project an available input source. Auto PC Adj. When Auto PC Adj. is turned on, the projector will input an analog signal. Pressing the Auto button on the remote Auto Setup control will adjust Fine Sync, H.
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Menu Description Keystone Store or reset the keystone correction after unplugging the power cord. H/V Keystone Correct the projected image horizontally or vertically. 4-Corner Correction Correct the projected image’s four corners. 6-Corner Correction Keystone Correct the projected images’ six corners. Curved Correction Correct a projected image that is uneven or deformed due to a curved surface.
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Menu Description Ready A countdown will be displayed after 30 seconds without a signal input. Allows the projector to enable Ready mode automatically after a set period of time once no input source is detected . If the input signal is reconnected or any key (except the Power button) on the remote control or control panel is pressed, the light source will be turn back on.
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Menu Description The filter prevents dust from entering your projector, which can build up on internal parts. A blocked filter may reduce the cooling fan’s efficiency, causing the projector to overheat and potentially shorten its lifespan. Clean the filter promptly whenever the Filter Warning icon appears.
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Controlling the Projector through a Network The projector provides diverse networking and remote management features. The LAN /RJ45 function of the projector, through a network, can remotely manage: Power On/Off, Volume adjustment, Input select, Brightness, and more. 1. Connect the projector to a network via the LAN/RJ45 port. 2.
USB-A Menu Description Set Slide Display slides. Slide Transition Effect Control slide playback transition effects. Sort Order Set the order of the slides. Rotate Set the rotation direction of images. Best Fit Set the image to fit with the projection screen. Repeat Play the slides repeatedly when turned on.
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Supported File Formats Video Extension Video Codec Audio Codec Video Format 1280 x 70, 30 FPS .avi MotionJPEG ADPCM (Maximum) Image Extension Format Description Maximum Resolution: 10000 x 10000 Baseline encoder 24 jpg/jpeg Progressive RGB24 bit Maximum Resolution: Panel resolution 1.4.8 bit palette-based Maximum Resolution: 1280 x 800 RGB24, 32-bit...
HDMI Signal HDMI Video Resolution Refresh Rate 720 x 480p 60 Hz 720 x 480i 60 Hz 720 x 576p 50 Hz 720 x 576i 60 Hz 1280 x 720p 50, 60 Hz 1920 x 1080i 50, 60 Hz 1920 x 1080p 24, 50, 60 Hz HDMI PC Resolution...
Troubleshooting This section describes some common problems that you may experience when using the projector. Problem or Issue Possible Solutions • Ensure the power cord is properly attached to the projector and to the power outlet. • If the cooling process has not completed, please The projector does not wait until it has finished then try to turn on the turn on...
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Problem or Issue Possible Solutions • Ensure there are no obstacles between the remote control and projector; and that they are within The remote control range, 8 m (26 ft). does not work • The batteries may be out of power, please check and replace if necessary.
LED Indicators When the warning indicators (see below) light up or flash, the projector will automatically shutdown. Unplug the power cord from the projector, wait for 30 seconds and try again. If the warning indicators light up or flash, please contact your nearest service center for assistance.
• ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the lens or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the lens and/or case of the projector. • ViewSonic® will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
Cleaning the Filter Please follow these steps to clean your filter: 1. Turn off the projector and unplug it from its power source. 2. Remove the filter. 3. Gently clean it with a brush. 4. Replace the filter, making sure it has been inserted fully. CAUTION: Do not operate the projector after removing the filter.
Regulatory and Service Information Compliance Information This section addresses all connected requirements and statements regarding regulations. Confirmed corresponding applications shall refer to nameplate labels and relevant markings on the unit. 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.
CE Conformity for European Countries The device complies with the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU. Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC. The following information is only for EU-member states: The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE).
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 Actual Concentration...
Schedule 2 of the Rule. Product Disposal at End of Product Life ViewSonic® respects the environment and is committed to working and living green. Thank you for being part of Smarter, Greener Computing. Please visit the ViewSonic®...
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For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. NOTE: You will need the product’s serial number. Country/ Region Website Country/ Region Website Asia Pacific & Africa Australia www.viewsonic.com/au/ Bangladesh www.viewsonic.com/bd/ 中国 (China) www.viewsonic.com.cn www.viewsonic.com/hk/ 香港 (繁體中文) Hong Kong (English) www.viewsonic.com/hk-en/ India www.viewsonic.com/in/...
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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(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:...
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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 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.
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: 1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based...
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Name, address, of manufacturer and importers: México, Av. de la Palma #8 Piso 2 Despacho 203, Corporativo Interpalmas, Col. San Fernando Huixquilucan, Estado de México Tel: (55) 3605-1099 http://www.viewsonic.com/la/soporte/index.htm NÚMERO GRATIS DE ASISTENCIA TÉCNICA PARA TODO MÉXICO: 001.866.823.2004 Hermosillo: Villahermosa: Distribuciones y Servicios Computacionales SA de CV.
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