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ViewSonic Pro8520HD User Manual

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Pro8520HD
DLP Projector

User Guide

IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing
and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future
service. 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. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu
idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual"
Model No. VS14804
http://www.pureglare.com.au

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    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.

  • Page 2: Compliance Information

    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.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 4 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...

  • Page 5: Copyright Information

    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.
  • Page 6 Notes on the AC Power Cord AC Power Cord must meet the requirement of countries where you use this projector. Please confirm your AC plug type with the graphics below and ensure that the proper AC Power Cord is used. If the supplied AC Power Cord does not match your AC out- let, please contact your sales dealer.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction ................... 1 Projector Features ..........................1 Package Contents ..........................2 Projector Overview ..........................3 Using the Product ................. 5 Control Panel ............................5 Connection Ports ........................... 6 Remote Control ............................8 Installing the Batteries .......................... 10 Remote Control Operation ........................

  • Page 8: Introduction

    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: ® • Single chip 0.65" Texas Instruments DLP technology • 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixels) ®...

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Video Auto Enter Swap Default Projector with Lens Cap AC Power Cord Remote Control (IR) & batteries VGA Cable (D-SUB to D- ViewSonic Quick Start HDMI Cable DVD Wizard SUB) Guide Optional accessories Filter cover RS232 cable RGB to component adapter...

  • Page 10: Projector Overview

    Projector Overview Front View 1. Lens cap 2. Elevator button 3. Elevator foot 4. Lens cap strap 5. Projection lens 6. Front IR remote control sensor 7. Ventilation holes (intake) 8. Filter cover 9. Speaker 10. Focus ring 11. Zoom ring 12.

  • Page 11: Rear View

    Rear View 1. Connection ports 2. AC power socket 3. Kensington lock 4. Rear IR remote control sensor 5. Speaker 6. Ventilation holes (exhaust) Bottom View 1. Ceiling mount holes (M4*8) 2. Tilt-adjustment feet 3. Security bar Note • This projector can be used with a ceiling mount for support. The ceiling mount is not included in the package.

  • Page 12: Using The Product

    Using the Product Control Panel Power (Power LED indicator) Refer to “LED Indicator Messages”. 2. TEMP (Temperature LED indicator) Refer to “LED Indicator Messages”. 3. LAMP (Lamp LED indicator) Refer to “LED Indicator Messages”. 4. Keystone/Arrow keys ( /Up, /Down) Manually correct distorted images resulting from an angled projection.

  • Page 13: Connection Ports

    Connection Ports 1. RS-232 When operating the projector via a computer, connect this to the controlling com- puter's RS-232C port. 2. Monitor Out Connect to a computer display, etc. 3. Component (Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr) Connect Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr output from video equipment to this jack. 4.
  • Page 14 15. Audio 3 (L/R) Connect an audio output from video equipment to this jack. 16. Video Connect composite video output from video equipment to this jack. 17. Computer in 2 Connect image input signal (analog RGB or component) to this jack. 18.

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    Remote Control HDMI1 HDMI2 Compo Video Auto Enter Swap Default 1. Power Turn the projector on or off. 2. HDMI 1 Display HDMI 1 signal. 3. Video Switch input source to Composite/S-Video by sequence. Up/Volume +, Down/Volume - When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is not activated, adjust the projector’s sound level.
  • Page 16 Change the image mode setting by sequence. 12. Blank Cut off the screen temporarily. Press again to cancel the Blank Screen function. 13. Light Enable backlight functions of the remote control’s buttons. 14. Compo Display Component video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal. 15.

  • Page 17: Installing The Batteries

    Installing the Batteries 1. Open the battery cover in the direction shown. 2. Install batteries as indicated by the diagram inside the compartment. 3. Close the battery cover into position. Caution • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. •...

  • Page 18: Remote Control Operation

    Remote Control Operation Point the remote control at the infrared remote sensor and press a button. • Operating the projector from the front • Operating the projector from the rear Note • Do not point the laser directly to the people's eyes (especially small children). There is a danger of injury to the eyes.

  • Page 19: Connection

    Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. 1. VGA cable (D-Sub to D-Sub) 2.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Computer Or Monitor

    Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer The projector provides two VGA input sockets that allow you to connect them to both ® ® compatibles and Macintosh computers. A Mac adapter is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers. To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer: 1.

  • Page 21: Connecting Video Source Devices

    Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • 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.

  • Page 22: Connecting A Component Video Source Device

    Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly. • RGB to component adapter (ViewSonic P/N: J2552-0212-00) Connecting an S-Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: •...

  • Page 23: Connecting A Composite Video Source Device

    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: • 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. To connect the projector to a composite Video source device: 1.

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation Powering On/Off the Projector Powering On the Projector: 1. Remove the projector lens cap. 2. Complete the AC power cord and peripheral signal cable(s) connections. 3. Press to turn on the projector. The projector takes a minute or so to warm up. 4.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Projector Height

    Adjusting the Projector Height Tilt-adjustment feet Elevator foot Elevator button The projector is equipped with an elevator foot to adjust the image height. To raise or lower the image: 1. To raise or lower the image, press the elevator button and raise or lower the front of the projector.

  • Page 26: Adjusting Projection Image Size

    Adjusting Projection Image Size Refer to the graphic and table below to determine the screen size and projection distance. Maximum zoom Minimum zoom Screen Center of lens Vertical offset Projection distance 16 : 9 Screen Screen size Diagonal Projection distance [inch (m)] Image height Vertical offset [inch (cm)]...

  • Page 27: Locking Control Keys

    Locking control keys With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock is on, no control keys on the projector will operate except Power.

  • Page 28: Menu Operation

    Menu Operation The projector has multilingual on-screen display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Brightest, Standard, Theater, Dark Room, DICOM SIM, Color Mode User1, User2 Saturation*4 Video Setting Sharpness*5 Tint*6 Color Temp. User, LOW, MID, HIGH Red Gain 0 - 100...
  • Page 29 Setting Auto Keystone Keystone -40 - +40 Auto, 4:3, 16:9, Aspect Ratio ANAMORPHIC 1, ANAMORPHIC 2 Front-Table, Front-Ceiling, Rear-Table, Rear-Ceiling Filter Mode*2 High Altitude Quick Power On Quick Power Off DC 12V Trigger Input Password Password Delete Black, Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, White OSD Setting Top-Left, Bottom-Left, Center,...
  • Page 30 Disconnect, Connect Status Wired LAN NetWork On, Off Default Gateway Apply Disconnect, Connect Status Wireless LAN SSID Connection Mode AP, Infrastructure Network Restart Yes, No Information Input Source MAC Address Filter Hours*2 Filter Hours Reset*2 Equivalent Lamp Hours Equivalent Lamp Hours Reset Factory Default *1 Adjustable range and default setting vary depending on signal type.

  • Page 31: How To Operate

    How to operate 1. Press MENU on the projector or Menu on the remote control to open the OSD menu. 2. When OSD is displayed, use to select any feature in the main menu. 3. After selecting the desired main menu item, press select feature setting.
  • Page 32 User Color provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted. When you select each color, you can independently adjust its range and saturation according to your preference. Gamma Effect the represent of dark scenery. With greater gamma value, dark scenery will look brighter.
  • Page 33 Auto Keystone Automatically correct distorted images resulting from an angled projection. Keystone Manually correct distorted images resulting from an angled projection. • When adjusting the Keystone, Auto Keystone will be set at "Off" automatically. Aspect Ratio Select how the picture fits on the screen: •...
  • Page 34 • On: The projector will turn on in 3 seconds. • Off: The projector will turn on following normal power on procedure. Quick Power Off • On: The projector will directly shut down without cooling procedure. • Off: The projector will shut down following normal cooling procedure. DC 12V Trigger 1.
  • Page 35 Swap Allow user to swap input source in PIP or POP image. Green Mode Enable this function when power consumption is under 0.5W. Network Wired LAN Allow you to configure the wired LAN settings. • Status: Display the projector’s status. •...
  • Page 36 Input Source Display the current input source. Resolution Display current input source resolution. H. Frequency Display current image horizontal frequency. V. Frequency Display current image vertical frequency. MAC Address Abbreviation for Media Access Control Address. MAC Address is a unique ID number assigned to each network adapter.

  • Page 37: Controlling The Projector Through A Lan Environment

    Controlling the projector through a LAN environment You can manage and control the projector from one or more remote computers when they are properly connected to the same local area network. Wired connection Internet IP Router If you are in a DHCP environment: 1.
  • Page 38 5. Press to move the cursor and the enter the value. 6. To save the settings, press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control. If you do not want to save the settings, press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Menu on the remote control.

  • Page 39: Wireless Connection

    Wireless connection ViewSonic wireless dongle To connect to the projector wirelessly, you have to plug a ViewSonic wireless dongle (optional) to the USB Type A connector on the projector, and then only a few OSD configuration steps are required. 1. Make sure the projector is turned on.

  • Page 40: Controlling The Projector Through A Web Browser

    1. Enter the address of the projector in the address bar of your browser and press Enter. 2. The main page of the ViewSonic webpage control system appears. 3. To change the language for the web pages, click the down arrow to reveal a drop down list and select a desired language.
  • Page 41 • System Status: Displays the system information. • General Setup: Allows you to turn on/off the projector, switch the input signal for the projector, and change the password for the Administrator page. • Picture Setup/Image Setup: Provides some OSD menu items for adjusting the projected pictures.
  • Page 42 The tools page allows you to manage the projector, configure the LAN control settings and secure access of remote network operation on this projector. viii iv. This section is only used with the Crestron Control System. Please contact Creston or refer to its user manual for setup information. v.
  • Page 43 Please pay attention to the limitation of input length (including space and other punctuation keys) in the list blow: Category Item Input Length Maximum Number of Characters Crestron Control IP Address IP ID Port Projector Projector Name Location Assigned To Network Configuration DHCP (Enabled) (N/A)
  • Page 44 Important • Please only deliver the messages in English letters and digits. For more information, visit http://www.crestron.com & www.crestron.com/getroomview. **Crestron RoomView On the "Edit Room" page, enter the IP Address (or hostname) as shown on the projector's on-screen display (OSD) menu, and "05" for IPID, "41794" for the reserved Crestron control port.

  • Page 45: Displaying Images Through Vspresenter

    Connect directly. You can also type a desired projector name and click Search. iii. You can link to the ViewSonic webpage control system on page 33. • If you are the first time user, choose your identity as a Normal user or Administrator.
  • Page 46 2. If you want to freeze the projected image on the screen, press . Any further movements will be not been seen on the screen until is pressed. 3. You can choose a capture mode from here. i. To display a full screen, click FullScreen. ii.
  • Page 47 5. The Advanced Setting page allows you to configure vsPresenter. i. To adjust the image quality, click the down arrow to reveal a drop-down list and select a desired quality level. The higher image quality you select, the higher network transfer speed is required. Select a YUV sample format between YUV444 and YUV420.
  • Page 48 • For details about the icons, please see the following: Icon Description Icon Description You are a normal user and Disconnects from the projector. have no access to change the password. You are an administrator and Opens the web page of the have authority to change the Network Control.

  • Page 49: Displaying Pictures With A Usb Storage Device

    Displaying pictures with a USB storage device The projector is built-in an application which can display packaged images on a USB storage device. It can eliminate the need for a computer source. The projector supports the following image formats: File format Maximum pixel size JPEG 8000 x 8000...
  • Page 50 • NameOrder/ExtendOrder/SizeOrder/TimeOrder: Sets the images to be displayed in the order of filenames, filename extension, file sizes, or time the photos were taken. • EXIF OFF/EXIF ON: Sets whether to display the image in EXIF format. • FileName ON/FileName OFF: Sets whether to display the filename. When viewing slide shows •...
  • Page 51 • It is strongly recommended to use an AC power adaptor with the USB hard disk. • The following formats are recommended for the USB hard disk: FAT12/FAT16/ FAT32 (NTFS format is not supported). • Some USB flash drives may not work correctly with the projector. •...

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Maintenance The projector needs proper maintenance. You should keep the lens clean as dust, dirt or spots will project on the screen and diminish image quality. If any other parts need replacing, contact your dealer or qualified service personnel. When cleaning any part of the projector, always switch off and unplug the projector first.

  • Page 53: Replacing The Lamp

    • Use a soft cloth or lens paper only. Replacing the Lamp As the projector operates over time, the brightness of the projector lamp gradually decreases and the lamp becomes more susceptible to breakage. We recommend replacing the lamp if a warning message is displayed. Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself.
  • Page 54 1. Turn off the projector. 2. If the projector is installed in a ceiling mount, remove it 3. Unplug the power cord. 4. Loosen the screw in the side of the lamp cover and remove the cover. 5. Remove the screws from the lamp module, raise the handle, and lift out the module.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications Display system Single 0.65" DLP panel Resolution 1080p (1920 × 1080 pixels) Zoom 1.5X F/No. 2.41 - 2.97 Focal length 20.72 - 31mm Screen size 30” - 300” Lamp 350W Input terminal D-Sub 15-pin x 2, S-Video x 1, Video x 1, Audio signal input (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) x 2, HDMI x 2, Component RCA jack x 1, RCA audio jack (L/R) x 1, 3.5 mm Mic input x1, USB A type x1 (supports firmware update, USB flash drive...

  • Page 56: Dimensions

    Dimensions 335 mm (W) x 267 mm (D) x 132 mm (H) 64.5 84.9 Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount screws: M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm) Unit: mm http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Appendix LED Indicator Messages LED type Color Status Meaning Power LED Blue Solid Standby mode when green mode is turned Lamp LED Temp LED Power LED Blue Flash Standby mode when green mode is turned Lamp LED off. Temp LED Power LED Blue Solid...

  • Page 58: Compatibility Modes

    Compatibility Modes Computer: Compatibility Resolution H-Sync [KHz] V-Sync [Hz] 24.69 31.5 640 x 480 37.9 37.5 43.3 30.99 35.2 37.9 SVGA 800 x 600 48.1 46.9 53.7 39.63 48.4 1024 x 768 56.5 SXGA 1280 x 1024 UXGA 1600 x 1200 47.7 Mac 13 640 x 480...

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the projector for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Please refer to "LED Indicator Messages" as well. Start-up problems If no lights turn on: •...

  • Page 60: Rs-232 Command And Configuration

    RS-232 Command and Configuration D-Sub 9 pin Wire List 1 CD COLOR Black Brown Orange Yellow Green Blue Purple White SHELL SHELL Baud Rate 19200 bps Data Length 8 bit Parity Check None Stop Bit 1 bit Flow Control None POWER ON / POWER OFF POWER ON BE,EF,10,05,00,C6,FF,11,11,01,00,01,00...
  • Page 61 RESYNC BE,EF,02,06,00,F2,D5,1B,00,00,00,00,00 ASPECT BE,EF,02,06,00,C7,D2,3E,00,00,00,00,00 MUTE BE,EF,02,06,00,16,D3,3F,00,00,00,00,00 FREEZE BE,EF,02,06,00,D9,D8,40,00,00,00,00,00 BLANK BE,EF,02,06,00,08,D9,41,00,00,00,00,00 SOURCE BE,EF,02,06,00,7F,D6,06,00,00,00,00,00 OTHER FUNCTION BE,EF,02,06,00,EA,D8,43,00,00,00,00,00 DCR ON BE,EF,02,06,00,5D,D9,44,00,00,00,00,00 DCR OFF ECO ON BE,EF,02,06,00,8C,D8,45,00,00,00,00,00 ECO OFF BE,EF,02,06,00,BF,D8,46,00,00,00,00,00 VOLUME INC BE,EF,02,06,00,6E,D9,47,00,00,00,00,00 VOLUME DEC BE,EF,02,06,00,91,D9,48,00,00,00,00,00 KEYSTONE INC BE,EF,02,06,00,40,D8,49,00,00,00,00,00 KEYSTONE DEC BE,EF,02,06,00,73,D8,4A,00,00,00,00,00 FACTORY RESET BE,EF,02,06,00,A2,D9,4B,00,00,00,00,00 LAMP HOURS RESET BE,EF,02,06,00,15,D8,4C,00,00,00,00,00...

  • Page 62: Ir Control Code

    IR Control Code System Code: 83F4 Format : NEC HDMI1 HDMI2 Compo Video Auto Enter Swap Default http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 63: Customer Support

    Renta y Datos, 29 SUR 721, COL. LA PAZ, 72160 PUEBLA, PUE. Tel: 01.222.891.55.77 CON 10 LINEAS Electroser, Av Reforma No. 403Gx39 y 41, 97000 Mérida, Yucatán. Tel: 01.999.925.19.16 Other places please refer to http://www.viewsonic.com/la/soporte/index.htm#Mexico Latin America (Peru) www.viewsonic.com/la/ T= 0800-54565 soporte@viewsonic.com...

  • Page 64: Limited Warranty

    (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...
  • Page 65 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...

  • Page 66: Mexico Limited Warranty

    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 &...
  • Page 67 Tel: (52) 999-925-1916 Tel: 01(52)95-15-15-22-22 E-Mail: rrrb@sureste.com Fax: 01(52)95-15-13-67-00 E-Mail. gpotai2001@hotmail.com Tijuana: FOR USA SUPPORT: ViewSonic Corporation Av Ferrocarril Sonora #3780 L-C 381 Brea Canyon Road, Walnut, CA. 91789 USA Col 20 de Noviembre Tel: 800-688-6688 (English); Tijuana, Mexico 866-323-8056 (Spanish);...
  • Page 68 http://www.pureglare.com.au...

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