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Contents For Your Records 1 Features ...2 Product Features 2 Before Use 2 Package Contents 2 Projector Components 3 Projector Components Diagram 3 Remote Control Components 4 Remote Control Components Diagram 4 Inserting the Batteries 5 Installation 6 Angle Adjustment 6 Cabling ...7 Power Connection 7 Example of System Setup 8 Plug & Play ...8 Operations 9 Power ON ...9 Power OFF ...9 ...Lamp 19 Resetting the Lamp Timer 19 Air-Filter ...20 Maintenance Inside the Equipment 20 Cleaning the Lens 20 Cleaning the Cabinet and Remote Control 20 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 i
Contents For Your Records 1 Features ...2 Product Features 2 Before Use 2 Package Contents 2 Projector Components 3 Projector Components Diagram 3 Remote Control Components 4 Remote Control Components Diagram 4 Inserting the Batteries 5 Installation 6 Angle Adjustment 6 Cabling ...7 Power Connection 7 Example of System Setup 8 Plug & Play ...8 Operations 9 Power ON ...9 Power OFF ...9 ...Lamp 19 Resetting the Lamp Timer 19 Air-Filter ...20 Maintenance Inside the Equipment 20 Cleaning the Lens 20 Cleaning the Cabinet and Remote Control 20 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 i
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... foot adjuster Remote control sensor Component Video Y (In) CB/PB (In) CR/PR (In) S-Video (In) Zoom knob Focus ring Remote control sensor Lens (with lens cap) Lamp indicator Temp indicator Power indicator Menu Exhaust ventilation Interface panel RGB (In) Control (RS232) Audio (In, 3.5 mm) R Audio (In) L Audio (In) Video (In) Figure 2: Projector Components 3 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550...
... foot adjuster Remote control sensor Component Video Y (In) CB/PB (In) CR/PR (In) S-Video (In) Zoom knob Focus ring Remote control sensor Lens (with lens cap) Lamp indicator Temp indicator Power indicator Menu Exhaust ventilation Interface panel RGB (In) Control (RS232) Audio (In, 3.5 mm) R Audio (In) L Audio (In) Video (In) Figure 2: Projector Components 3 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550...
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Remote Control Components Remote Control Components Diagram Search Button RGB Button VIDEO Button ASPECT Button MAGNIFY ON Button OFF Button FREEZE Button POSITION Button [Left] Arrow Button ENTER Button [Down] Arrow Button ESC (Escape) Button STANDBY/ON Button AUTO Button BLANK Button VOLUME Button MUTE Button KEYSTONE Button MENU Button [Up] Arrow Button [Right] Arrow Button RESET Button Figure 3: Remote Control Components ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 4
Remote Control Components Remote Control Components Diagram Search Button RGB Button VIDEO Button ASPECT Button MAGNIFY ON Button OFF Button FREEZE Button POSITION Button [Left] Arrow Button ENTER Button [Down] Arrow Button ESC (Escape) Button STANDBY/ON Button AUTO Button BLANK Button VOLUME Button MUTE Button KEYSTONE Button MENU Button [Up] Arrow Button [Right] Arrow Button RESET Button Figure 3: Remote Control Components ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 4
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... may result in accordance with local laws and regulations. • Keep the battery away from children and pets. • When the remote control will not to be used for an extended period, remove the batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may result in cracking or leakage, which... and (-) markings on the battery compartment. 3 Reattach the battery cover. NOTE: Replace the batteries if the operation of the remote control becomes irregular or weak. 5 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 CAUTION • Only use the specified AA batteries. • Do not mix new and old batteries.
... may result in accordance with local laws and regulations. • Keep the battery away from children and pets. • When the remote control will not to be used for an extended period, remove the batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may result in cracking or leakage, which... and (-) markings on the battery compartment. 3 Reattach the battery cover. NOTE: Replace the batteries if the operation of the remote control becomes irregular or weak. 5 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 CAUTION • Only use the specified AA batteries. • Do not mix new and old batteries.
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... for the cooling fan to a steady orange. The unit is ready to [O]. The message "POWER OFF?" Remember to [O] OFF. 9 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 During this message indication, press the STANDBY/ON button again. Check that the projector is now in green. 3 After several...The system assumes the Standby mode when cooling is orange and set to [I] ON. Power Indicator Standby/On Button Zoom Knob Focus Ring Remote Control Power Switch Figure 9: Power Buttons NOTE: Except in 5 seconds. Otherwise improper cooling of the lamp will disappear in emergencies, do not...
... for the cooling fan to a steady orange. The unit is ready to [O]. The message "POWER OFF?" Remember to [O] OFF. 9 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 During this message indication, press the STANDBY/ON button again. Check that the projector is now in green. 3 After several...The system assumes the Standby mode when cooling is orange and set to [I] ON. Power Indicator Standby/On Button Zoom Knob Focus Ring Remote Control Power Switch Figure 9: Power Buttons NOTE: Except in 5 seconds. Otherwise improper cooling of the lamp will disappear in emergencies, do not...
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..."POSITION" disappears and the POSITION mode is frozen in this mode. (remote control) ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 10 Items marked with (*) may be accessed from the projector control panel. Initialize Each item: Select an item and press the RESET button... the KEYSTONE button. Set/Clear Mute Mode: Press the MUTE button. Table 3: Basic Operation Item INPUT SELECT (projector control panel) POSITION (remote control) RESET (*) (remote control) MAGNIFY (remote control) Description Select Input Signal (*) : press the INPUT Button. RGB J VIDEO J S-VIDEO J COMPONENT (JRGB) Select...
..."POSITION" disappears and the POSITION mode is frozen in this mode. (remote control) ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 10 Items marked with (*) may be accessed from the projector control panel. Initialize Each item: Select an item and press the RESET button... the KEYSTONE button. Set/Clear Mute Mode: Press the MUTE button. Table 3: Basic Operation Item INPUT SELECT (projector control panel) POSITION (remote control) RESET (*) (remote control) MAGNIFY (remote control) Description Select Input Signal (*) : press the INPUT Button. RGB J VIDEO J S-VIDEO J COMPONENT (JRGB) Select...
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...INPUT, SCREEN, OPTION), and press the control) to the usual menu, press the button or ESC button. Operate: Press the / buttons according to select the aspect ratio. NOTE: Pressing the button performs the same function. 11 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 POSITION), Vertical Position, (V.... Set/ Clear Blank Mode: press the BLANK button. RGB J VIDEO J S-VIDEO J COMPONENT VIDEO J(RGB) Select Aspect (Ratio): Press the ASPECT button on the remote control activate the adjustment screen for...
...INPUT, SCREEN, OPTION), and press the control) to the usual menu, press the button or ESC button. Operate: Press the / buttons according to select the aspect ratio. NOTE: Pressing the button performs the same function. 11 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 POSITION), Vertical Position, (V.... Set/ Clear Blank Mode: press the BLANK button. RGB J VIDEO J S-VIDEO J COMPONENT VIDEO J(RGB) Select Aspect (Ratio): Press the ASPECT button on the remote control activate the adjustment screen for...
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Please select the item you can also press the ASPECT button on the remote control. To select a menu use the / buttons, then press the button or the ENTER button ...the ENTER button to select a menu item. MAIN Menu To access the MAIN Menu, press the MENU button on the remote control to select the Aspect Ratio. Item BRIGHT (Brightness) CONTRAST ASPECT (Aspect Ratio) PICT. Select Picture Position (for 16:9/...8226; V:INVERT (Horizontally Inverted image) (Vertically Inverted image) • H&V:INVERT (Horizontally and Vertically Inverted image) ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 12
Please select the item you can also press the ASPECT button on the remote control. To select a menu use the / buttons, then press the button or the ENTER button ...the ENTER button to select a menu item. MAIN Menu To access the MAIN Menu, press the MENU button on the remote control to select the Aspect Ratio. Item BRIGHT (Brightness) CONTRAST ASPECT (Aspect Ratio) PICT. Select Picture Position (for 16:9/...8226; V:INVERT (Horizontally Inverted image) (Vertically Inverted image) • H&V:INVERT (Horizontally and Vertically Inverted image) ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 12
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...work . • Make sure the lens is damaged. If dirt and stains are not easily removed, use the projector with your hands. ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 20 Maintaining the equipment by the dealer once every two years. Maintenance Inside the Equipment For safety reasons, ensure that the ... air filter if contamination cannot be cleaned as described below at intervals of the "FILTER TIME" on the OPTION Menu. Cleaning the Cabinet and Remote Control Gently wipe with a vacuum cleaner. 3 Reset the Filter Timer using the function of the FILTER TIME on the Table 9: MAIN Menu. Do...
...work . • Make sure the lens is damaged. If dirt and stains are not easily removed, use the projector with your hands. ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 20 Maintaining the equipment by the dealer once every two years. Maintenance Inside the Equipment For safety reasons, ensure that the ... air filter if contamination cannot be cleaned as described below at intervals of the "FILTER TIME" on the OPTION Menu. Cleaning the Cabinet and Remote Control Gently wipe with a vacuum cleaner. 3 Reset the Filter Timer using the function of the FILTER TIME on the Table 9: MAIN Menu. Do...
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... your dealer. Connect correctly. page 10 page 7,8 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 22 And switch POWER ON again. The cooling fan is not lit. Contact your dealer if the same problem occurs again. NOTE: (about overheating) below. page 7 Use INPUT button on projector control pad or remote control to the chart below 32°F (0°...
... your dealer. Connect correctly. page 10 page 7,8 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 22 And switch POWER ON again. The cooling fan is not lit. Contact your dealer if the same problem occurs again. NOTE: (about overheating) below. page 7 Use INPUT button on projector control pad or remote control to the chart below 32°F (0°...
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...connected. Page page 7 page 8 page 10 Audio is present but no video The projector is set to minimum. The brightness is turned on the remote control or display the menu screen and adjust the volume. Go to MAIN menu and adjust COLOR and BRIGHTNESS. Mute is set to PICTURE-1 menu and... are blurred The lamp is not correctly connected. page 7 page 8 page 12 page 13 page 12 page 13 page 19 page 14 page 3 23 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 Focus or H PHASE is poor Images are dark Color density and color matching are not correctly adjusted. Select BRIGHT and CONTRAST with...
...connected. Page page 7 page 8 page 10 Audio is present but no video The projector is set to minimum. The brightness is turned on the remote control or display the menu screen and adjust the volume. Go to MAIN menu and adjust COLOR and BRIGHTNESS. Mute is set to PICTURE-1 menu and... are blurred The lamp is not correctly connected. page 7 page 8 page 12 page 13 page 12 page 13 page 19 page 14 page 3 23 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 Focus or H PHASE is poor Images are dark Color density and color matching are not correctly adjusted. Select BRIGHT and CONTRAST with...