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Compliance Information For U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this unit near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Contents Compliance Information ...................... i Important Safety Instructions ............ ii For Your Records ............................... iii Projector Features ............................... 1 Preparation .......................................... 1 Part Names ........................................... 2 Projector ................................................ 2 Control Buttons ...................................... 3 Remote Control ..................................... 3 Setting Up .....
Projector Features This multimedia projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC/PAL/ SECAM video signals onto a screen. Little space is required for installation and large images can easily be realized. • Ultra High Brightness Crisp, ultra-bright presentation is achieved by using a UHB (ultra high brightness) lamp and highly efficient optical system. • Whisper Mode Equipped Special mode is available for reducing projector noise to achieve quieter operation.
Part Names Projector Elevator button Elevator foot Remote sensor Lens cap Lens The picture is projected from here. Filter cover An air filter is inside. Projector (Front/Right) Projector (Rear/Left) RGB port M1-D port BNC port AUDIO IN 1 port AUDIO IN 2 port CONTROL port NETWORK port AUDIO IN R/L port VIDEO IN port S-VIDEO port COMPONENT port RGB OUT port AUDIO OUT port REMOTE CONTROL port DC OUT port AC inlet Power switch Remote sensor Control buttons See the following page.
Control Buttons STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY/ON indicator TEMP indicator LAMP indicator LENS SHIFT button INPUT dial SEARCH button M1-D indicator RGB indicator BNC indicator COMPONENT indicator S-VIDEO indicator VIDEO indicator ZOOM buttons FOCUS buttons KEYSTONE button MENU button RESET button ENTER button Cursor buttons S/T/W/X Control Panel on the Projector Remote Control STANDBY/ON button LENS SHIFT buton SEARCH button ZOOM buttons FOCUS buttons KEYSTONE button MENU button RESET button ENTER button (
Setting Up Arrangement WARNING • Before installation, make sure that the projector is turned off and the power cord is disconnected. • Do not set up and move the projector while it is hot. • Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instructions of the “User’s Manual – Safety Guide” and this manual. • The power outlet should be close to the projector and easily accessible. Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distance.
Adjusting The Projector’s Elevator WARNING • Do not touch about the lens and ventilation openings during use or immediately after use to prevent a burn. CAUTION • To prevent damaging the projector and injuring yourself, always hold the projector whenever using the elevator buttons to adjust the elevator feet. 1 Press and hold in the elevator buttons. 2 Raise or lower the projector to the desired height and then release the elevator buttons.
Connecting Your Devices WARNING • Whenever attempting to connect other devices to the projector, read thoroughly the “Quick Start Guide”, this manual and the manual of each device to be connected. Incorrect connections could result in fire or electrical shock. CAUTION • Turn off all devices prior to connecting them to the projector.
Examples of connection with a computer Computer Projector RGB out RGB cable Audio out Stereo Mini cable RS-232C port RS-232C cable Network port CAT-5 cable If using a M1-D input DVI port M1-D cable USB port Audio out Stereo Mini cable If using a BNC input RGB out Audio out BNC cable Stereo Mini cable ViewSonic PJ1172 7
Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD Player VCR/DVD Player Projector Audio out (R) Audio out (L) Video out If using a s-video signal S-video out S-video cable Audio out (R) Audio out (L) If using a component signal CR/PR out CB/PB out Y out Audio out (R) Audio out (L) If using a SCART RGB input SCART RGB out SCART adapter ViewSonic PJ1172 8
Connecting to a monitor Monitor Projector RGB in RGB cable RGB OUT Connecting to a speaker (with amplifier) Speaker Audio in Projector Stereo Mini cable AUDIO OUT Connecting The Power Supply WARNING • Use extra caution when connecting the power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock. Please adhere to the “Quick Start Guide” and the following. • Only plug the power cord into outlets rated for use with the power cord’s specified voltage range.
Remote Control About The Laser Pointer WARNING • The laser pointer of the remote control is used in place of a finger or rod. Never look directly into the laser beam outlet or point the laser beam at other people. The laser beam can cause vision problems. CAUTION • Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This remote control has a laser pointer in place of a finger or rod.
Operating The Remote Control CAUTION • • • • • Do not disassemble the remote control. Do not place the remote control near the projector’s lens, fan, or vents. Do not drop or otherwise expose the remote control to physical impact. Do not get the remote control wet or place objects. Doing so may result in malfunction. Remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place if you won’t be using the remote control for an extended period.
Using The Mouse/Keyboard Control Function CAUTION • Before connecting, read the manuals of the device you will connect. Mistaken use of the mouse/keyboard control could damage your equipment. • Only connect to a PC. • Do not unplug the connector cables while the computer is operating. Using the USB control feature, you can use the remote control as a simplified mouse or keyboard of the computer. Connect the USB port of the projector to the computer via the USB cable.
Power On/Off WARNING • When the power is “On”, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens or vents of the projector. NOTE • Turn the power on/off in right order. Please power on the projector before the connected devices. Power off the projector after the connected devices. Turning On The Power 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the power switch to [ | ] (On). The STANDBY/ON indicator will light to solid orange. 3 Press the STANDBY/ON button.
Operating Selecting An Input Signal 1 Select an input signal. SEARCH button Using the INPUT dial Turn the INPUT dial of the projector. Turning the dial cycles through the input ports as shown below. Select the signal you wish to project. INPUT dial Using SEARCH button Press the SEARCH button of the projector or the remote control. Pressing the button automatically cycles through input ports and displays the picture of retrieved signal.
Selecting The Aspect Ratio 1 Press the ASPECT button to toggle between the modes for aspect ratio. At a M1-D signal ASPECT button NORMAL keeps the original aspect ratio of the input signal. At a RGB signal (not M1-D) memo At a video signal At a HDTV signal of 1125i or 750p, only 16:9 can be selected. memo Using The Automatic Adjustment Feature The automatic adjustment operation requires approximately 10 seconds. Also, please note that it may not function correctly with some input.
Adjusting The Picture Position memo This function is available only for RGB signals. 1 Press the POSITION button. As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the picture position. Cursor buttons 2 Use the cursor buttons S/T/W/X to adjust the position. When you want to initialize the position, press the RESET button during adjustment. memo 3 Press the POSITION button again to close the dialo and complete this operation.
Adjusting The Volume 1 Press the VOLUME button. As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume. 2 Use the cursor buttons S/T to adjust the Cursor buttons volume. 3 Press the VOLUME button again to close the dialog and complete this operation. VOLUME button Even if you don’t do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds. memo Muting The Sound 1 Press the MUTE button.
Freezing The Screen 1 Press the FREEZE button. As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear on the screen, and the screen will freeze at the current image. 2 Press the FREEZE button again to restore the screen to normal. The icon “||” will change to the icon “X”. And after a couple of seconds, the dialog will be closed and the screen will be restored to normal. FREEZE button The freezing feature will automatically finish if a remote control’s button that changes some display state (ex.
Displaying The Child Window memo This feature called “PinP (Picture in Picture)” is available only when a RGB signal is selected to main screen. 1 Press the PinP button. The child window with a picture of a video signal will appear. 2 Press the PinP button again to change the size of the child window or close the window. Small child window Large child window PinP button No child window You can select the video signal to display in the child window, and the position of the child window.
Multifunctional Settings Using The Menu Functions This projector has the following menus: MAIN, PICTURE-1, PICTURE-2, INPUT, AUTO, SCREEN, OPTION and NETWORK. Each of these menus is operated using the same methods. The basic operations of these menus are as follows. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu will appear on the screen. 2 Use the cursor buttons S/T to select a menu, then press the X (or the ENTER) button to progress. The display of the selected menu will appear.
MAIN Menu With the MAIN menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. Item Description BRIGHT Adjust the brightness using the S/T buttons.: Light Dark CONTRAST Adjust the contrast using the S/T buttons.: Strong Weak ASPECT Select an aspect ratio using the S/T buttons.: At a M1-D signal NORMAL 4:3 16:9 The NORMAL keeps the original aspect ratio of the input signal.
PICTURE-1 Menu With the PICTURE-1 menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instruct ions in the table below. Item GAMMA Description Select a gamma mode using the S/T buttons.: NORMAL CINEMA DYNAMIC CUSTOM Selecting CUSTOM and then pressing the X (or the ENTER) button calls the CUSTOM menu. CUSTOM Menu Select an item using the S/T buttons, and press the X (or the ENTER) button to perform each function.
PICTURE-1 Menu (Continued) Item MY MEMORY Description Select a command to load or save using the S/T buttons, and then press the X (or the ENTER) button to perform the function.: This projector has 4 numbered memories for adjustment data. Performing the SAVE1, SAVE2, SAVE3 or SAVE4 puts the current adjustment data on the memory whose number corresponds with the command’s number.
PICTURE-2 Menu With the PICTURE-2 menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instruct ions in the table below. memo This menu cannot be selected at a M1-D signal. Item Description V POSITION Adjust the vertical position using the S/T buttons.: Up Down memo This item can be selected only at a RGB signal. H POSITION Adjust the horizontal position using the S/T buttons.: Left Right memo This item can be selected only at a RGB signal.
INPUT Menu With the INPUT menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. Item Description COLOR SPACE Select a color space mode using the S/T buttons.: AUTO RGB SMPTE240 REC709 REC601 Selecting AUTO automatically selects the optimum mode. memo This item can be selected only at a RGB signal or a component video signal other than a COMPONENT port input of 525i/625i/ SCART RGB.
INPUT Menu(Continued) Item Description P.IN P. INPUT Select a signal input port for the child window using the S/T buttons.: VIDEO S-VIDEO memo About the child window, please refer to the section “Displaying the Child Window”. P.IN P. POSIT. Select the display position of the child window using the S/T buttons.: About the child window, please refer to the section “Displaying the Child Window”.
AUTO Menu With the AUTO menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. Item Description ADJUST Pressing the X (or the ENTER) button performs the automatic adjustment. At a RGB signal The vertical position (V POSITION), the horizontal position (H POSITION), the clock phase (H PHASE) and the horizontal size (H SIZE) will be automatically adjusted.
AUTO Menu (continued) Item SEARCH Description Select TURN ON or TURN OFF using the S/T buttons.: TURN ON TURN OFF When TURN ON is selected, detecting no signal cycles through input ports and displays the picture of retrieved signal. M1-D RGB BNC VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPONENT memo When TURN ON is selected, pressing the RGB button selects the M1-D ports, and pressing the VIDEO button selects the COMPONENT port.
SCREEN Menu With the SCREEN menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. Item Description BLANK Select a type of BLANK screen using the S/T buttons.: MyScreen ORIGINAL BLUE WHITE BLACK The BLANK screen is displayed by pressing a button. The MyScreen is the screen you can register a desired screen, and the ORIGINAL is the existing standard screen.
AUTO Menu (continued) Item Description MESSAGE Select TURN ON or TURN OFF using the S/T buttons.: TURN ON TURN OFF When TURN ON is selected, the following message function works. The message of the “AUTO IN PROGRESS” for the auto adjustment. The message of the “NO INPUT IS DETECTED” The message of the “SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE” The message of the “Searching…” The message of the “Detecting…” The indication of the input signal by input change. The indication of the aspect ratio by changing the aspect ratio.
OPTION Menu With the OPTION menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. Item Description VOLUME Adjust the volume using the S/T buttons.: High Low SPEAKER Select TURN ON or TURN OFF using the S/T buttons.: TURN ON TURN OFF When TURN ON is selected, the built-in speaker works. IR REMOTE Select a remote sensor using the S/T button (1), then switch it using the ENTER button (2).
OPTION Menu (continued) Item SERVICE Description Pressing the X (or the ENTER) button calls the SERVICE menu. SERVICE Menu Select an item using the S/T buttons, and press the X (or the ENTER) button to perform each function.: FANSPEED AUTO ADJUST LENS TYPE LENS LOCK FANSPEED Select the fan speed level using the S/T buttons.: HIGH NORMAL HIGH increases the rotation speeds of fans. Please use this function in using a projector at high elevations.
NETWORK Menu This projector provides the NETWORK function. If you use this function, please set up the projector according to the Network environment in which you use it. When you use a Network suitable to the DHCP function, the following operation is not required commonly, because the TURN ON is selected to the item “DHCP” at the shipment time. Please see the section “Network Setting Up”. memo Item Description SETUP Pressing the X (or the ENTER) button calls the IP ADDRESS menu.
Network Setting Up This projector provides the NETWORK function. If you use this function, please consult your dealer for information. To start, connect the NETWORK port to a gateway device via a RJ-45 (10BASE-1) cable, then set up the projector according to the Network environment in which you use it. When you use a Network unsuitable to the DHCP function Please set the IP Address, the Subnet Mask, the Gateway and the DHCP (on/off) using the NETWORK menu, referring to the section “NETWORK Menu”.
Lamp WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them.
Replacing The Lamp If the indicators or a message prompts you to replace the lamp, replace the lamp as soon as possible. 1 Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord. Allow the lamp bulb to cool for at least 45 minutes. 2 Contact your dealer to prepare a new lamp. Tell the dealer your lamp type number. If the projector is mounted on the ceiling, or if the lamp has broken, also ask the dealer to replace the lamp.
Air Filter WARNING • Please carefully read the “Quick Start Guide”. • Before caring the air filter, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged in, then to replacing wait at least 45 minutes for the lamp to cool sufficiently. • Use only the air filter of the specified type. Please call ViewSonic Tech Support for P/N. • Do not use the projector with the air filter and filter cover removed. The use without the air filter could result in damage.
Other Care WARNING • Please carefully read the “Quick Start Guide”. • Before caring the air filter, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged in. • Be cautious of high temperature. Do not touch about the lens and ventilation openings during use or immediately after use prevent a burn. • Never try to care for the inside of the unit yourself. Doing so is dangerous. CAUTION In correct care could have adverse influence such as coloration, peeling paint, etc.
Troubleshooting Related Messages When the projector power is on, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any such message is displayed on the screen, please respond as described below. If the same mess age is displayed after the treatment, or if a message other than the following appears, please contact your dealer or service company. Although these messages will be automatically disappeared around several minutes, it will be reappeared every time the power is turned on.
Regarding The Indicator Lamps Lighting and blinking of the STANDBY/ON indicator, the LAMP indicator and the TEMP indicator have the meanings as described in the table below. Please respond in according with the instructions within the table. If the same indication is displayed after the treatment, or if an indication other than the following is displayed, please contact your dealer or service company.
Regarding The Indicator Lamps (continued) STANDBY/ ON indicator LAMP indicator TEMP indicator Description Lighting in Red Either there is no lamp and/or lamp cover, or either of these has not been properly fixed. Please turn the power off, and allow the unit to cool down at least 45 minutes. After the projector Blinking in Turned off has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirRed mation of the attachment state of the lamp and lamp cover, and then turn the power on again.
Phenomena That May Easily Be Mistaken For Machine Defects WARNING Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquid or foreign matter, etc. should occur. In such cases, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer or service company.
Phenomena That May Easily Be Mistaken For Machine Defects (continued) Phenomenon Pictures are displayed, but no sounds are heard. Sounds are heard, but no pictures are displayed. Colors have a faded-out appearance, or color tone is poor. Pictures appear dark. Reference page(s) Cases not involving a machine defect The signal cables are not correctly connected. Correctly connect the connection cables. 6, 7, 8 The volume is adjusted to an extremely low level. Adjust the VOLUME to a higher level.
Specifications NOTE • This specifications are subject to change without notice. Item Product name Specification Liquid crystal projector Panel size 2.5 cm (0.99 type) Liquid crysDrive system TFT active matrix tal panel Pixels 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) Lens Zoom lens F=1.7~2.4 f=30.5~45.8 mm Lamp 310 W UHB Speaker 1.0W + 1.0W (Stereo) Power supply AC100 ~ 120V, 5.2A / AC220 ~ 240V, 2.
Customer Support For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. NOTE: You will need the product serial number. Country/Region Web site T = Telephone F = FAX Email United States www.viewsonic.com/support T: (800) 688-6688 F: (909) 468-1202 service.us@viewsonic.com Canada www.viewsonic.com/support T: (800) 688-6688 F: (909) 468-1202 service.ca@viewsonic.com United Kingdom www.viewsoniceurope.com T: 0800 833 648 F: (01293) 643910 service.
LIMITED WARRANTY ViewSonic Projector What the warranty covers: 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. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
Limitation of implied warranties: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Exclusion of damages: VIEWSONIC’S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.