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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...-1 Menu 13 PICTURE-2 Menu 14 INPUT Menu ...15 SCREEN Menu 16 OPTION Menu 17 Maintenance 18 Lamp ...18 Lamp Life ...18 Replacing the Lamp 19 Resetting the Lamp Timer 19 Air-Filter ...20 Maintenance Inside the Equipment 20 Cleaning the Lens 20 Cleaning the Cabinet and...
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...-1 Menu 13 PICTURE-2 Menu 14 INPUT Menu ...15 SCREEN Menu 16 OPTION Menu 17 Maintenance 18 Lamp ...18 Lamp Life ...18 Replacing the Lamp 19 Resetting the Lamp Timer 19 Air-Filter ...20 Maintenance Inside the Equipment 20 Cleaning the Lens 20 Cleaning the Cabinet and...
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...screen, and the message will display on the control panel or the remote control. Pressing the STANDBY/ON button ...the control pad flashes orange during lamp cooling. The POWER indicator ceases blinking and changes to [I] ON. Remember to replace the lens cap after use ....lamp will stop . During this message indication, press the STANDBY/ON button again. The POWER indicator blinks orange during cool-down. • Wait until the POWER LED changes to a steady orange before you set the Power Switch to [O] OFF. 9 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 Check that the projector...
...screen, and the message will display on the control panel or the remote control. Pressing the STANDBY/ON button ...the control pad flashes orange during lamp cooling. The POWER indicator ceases blinking and changes to [I] ON. Remember to replace the lens cap after use ....lamp will stop . During this message indication, press the STANDBY/ON button again. The POWER indicator blinks orange during cool-down. • Wait until the POWER LED changes to a steady orange before you set the Power Switch to [O] OFF. 9 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 Check that the projector...
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...projector lamp has been used . Select WHISPER Mode: NORMAL WHISPER The WHISPER mode is active when WHISPER is inactive. Then the menu for 3 seconds or more during the display of the filter time. When you have replaced the lamp, select the RESET on page 20. 17 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501.../PJ551 When you have replaced the filter, select the RESET on screen is replaced!] : Keep pressing the RESET button for reset will not ...
...projector lamp has been used . Select WHISPER Mode: NORMAL WHISPER The WHISPER mode is active when WHISPER is inactive. Then the menu for 3 seconds or more during the display of the filter time. When you have replaced the lamp, select the RESET on page 20. 17 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501.../PJ551 When you have replaced the filter, select the RESET on screen is replaced!] : Keep pressing the RESET button for reset will not ...
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... shattered glass. Replace the lamp if the LAMP indicator is red or the "CHANGE THE LAMP" message appears when the projector is also red when the lamp unit reaches high temperature. If the LAMP indicator is 2000 hours. The estimated lamp life is still red replace the lamp. HIGH VOLTAGE ... after a lamp has been used lamp according to replace the lamp. CAUTION: The lamp may explode if handled at high temperatures. Maintenance Lamp To order a new lamp unit see page 26 for contact information and see Table 15 for a long period of time. ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 18 ...
... shattered glass. Replace the lamp if the LAMP indicator is red or the "CHANGE THE LAMP" message appears when the projector is also red when the lamp unit reaches high temperature. If the LAMP indicator is 2000 hours. The estimated lamp life is still red replace the lamp. HIGH VOLTAGE ... after a lamp has been used lamp according to replace the lamp. CAUTION: The lamp may explode if handled at high temperatures. Maintenance Lamp To order a new lamp unit see page 26 for contact information and see Table 15 for a long period of time. ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 18 ...
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... and hold for the unit to cool. 2 Prepare a new lamp. 3 Check that the projector has cooled sufficiently, and gently turn the projector right-side up. Figure 11: Lamp Replacement Resetting the Lamp Timer After replacing the lamp, it upside down. 4 Loosen the two screws as shown in...not reset the lamp timer without replacing the lamp. The remaining lamp life is not reset correctly. 19 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 CAUTION • Ensure that you should replace the lamp. If you see this message you reset the lamp timer. Make sure that the lamp assembly is displayed...
... and hold for the unit to cool. 2 Prepare a new lamp. 3 Check that the projector has cooled sufficiently, and gently turn the projector right-side up. Figure 11: Lamp Replacement Resetting the Lamp Timer After replacing the lamp, it upside down. 4 Loosen the two screws as shown in...not reset the lamp timer without replacing the lamp. The remaining lamp life is not reset correctly. 19 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 CAUTION • Ensure that you should replace the lamp. If you see this message you reset the lamp timer. Make sure that the lamp assembly is displayed...
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... or blinking as described below . Take the appropriate measures when the POWER indicator ceases blinking. 21 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 AFTER REPLACING LAMP, RESET THE LAMP TIME. The Standby mode has been set. Please wait. Always reset the lamp timer after approximately three minutes, and appears every time POWER is not within the specified range...
... or blinking as described below . Take the appropriate measures when the POWER indicator ceases blinking. 21 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 AFTER REPLACING LAMP, RESET THE LAMP TIME. The Standby mode has been set. Please wait. Always reset the lamp timer after approximately three minutes, and appears every time POWER is not within the specified range...
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...below . page 7 Use INPUT button on projector control pad or remote control to the unit switches OFF as a safety precaution; page 10 page 7,8 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 22 Contact your dealer if the ... hot. Switch POWER OFF, wait 20 minutes until the equipment cools. Replace the lamp if the same problem occurs again. Lamp or lamp cover is not lit. The cooling fan is dirty, or whether the... until the equipment cools. If the problem cannot be too hot. Symptom No power No video or audio Possible cause The main POWER switch is not correctly set. The Input is not...
...below . page 7 Use INPUT button on projector control pad or remote control to the unit switches OFF as a safety precaution; page 10 page 7,8 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 22 Contact your dealer if the ... hot. Switch POWER OFF, wait 20 minutes until the equipment cools. Replace the lamp if the same problem occurs again. Lamp or lamp cover is not lit. The cooling fan is dirty, or whether the... until the equipment cools. If the problem cannot be too hot. Symptom No power No video or audio Possible cause The main POWER switch is not correctly set. The Input is not...
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...present but no video The projector is not correctly connected. Go to PICTURE-1 menu and adjust color parameters. Adjust the focus or H PHASE. Mute is set to PICTURE-1 menu and adjust color parameters. Press VOLUME button on . Press the MUTE button. Connect correctly. Replace lamp. Connect correctly.... Focus Ring. Symptom Video is present but no audio Table 12: Symptom (Continued) Possible cause Remedy The projector 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 Go to MAIN...
...present but no video The projector is not correctly connected. Go to PICTURE-1 menu and adjust color parameters. Adjust the focus or H PHASE. Mute is set to PICTURE-1 menu and adjust color parameters. Press VOLUME button on . Press the MUTE button. Connect correctly. Replace lamp. Connect correctly.... Focus Ring. Symptom Video is present but no audio Table 12: Symptom (Continued) Possible cause Remedy The projector 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 Go to MAIN...
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....eu@ viewsoniceurope.com service.au@ viewsonic.com service.sg@ viewsonic.com service.ap@ viewsonic.com service.ap@ viewsonic.com Part Lamp Replacement Air Filter Replacement Slot for Kensington lock Table 15: Optional Parts Ordering Specifications To order parts contact your dealer or ViewSonic. To order parts contact your dealer or ViewSonic. ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 26 NOTE: You will need...
....eu@ viewsoniceurope.com service.au@ viewsonic.com service.sg@ viewsonic.com service.ap@ viewsonic.com service.ap@ viewsonic.com Part Lamp Replacement Air Filter Replacement Slot for Kensington lock Table 15: Optional Parts Ordering Specifications To order parts contact your dealer or ViewSonic. To order parts contact your dealer or ViewSonic. ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 26 NOTE: You will need...
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...the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. You will be free from : a. Projector Warranty (V3.0) Release Date: May 1, 2002 27 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 How long the warranty is valid only for all labor from state to state. Any product...additional information or the name of damages: VIEWSONIC'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. Exclusion of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact ViewSonic. Projector lamps are warranted for three (3) years for all parts excluding the lamp and three (3) years for the first ...
...the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. You will be free from : a. Projector Warranty (V3.0) Release Date: May 1, 2002 27 ViewSonic PJ500/PJ550/PJ501/PJ551 How long the warranty is valid only for all labor from state to state. Any product...additional information or the name of damages: VIEWSONIC'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. Exclusion of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact ViewSonic. Projector lamps are warranted for three (3) years for all parts excluding the lamp and three (3) years for the first ...
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... servicing. Never touch the lamp bulb with the projector or specified. Do not touch the exhaust fan, during operation. 5. Service Warning 1. The LCD module assembly is provided with a high voltage circuit for the lamp. If replacing to your fingers. ViewSonic Corporation 1 Confidential - Do... included with a finger or anything else. This projector is likely to be damaged. Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 SERVICE MANUAL PJ501 / PJ551 Caution Be sure to read cautionary items described in this manual before servicing. The lamp becomes too hot. 2. Never drop it or...
... servicing. Never touch the lamp bulb with the projector or specified. Do not touch the exhaust fan, during operation. 5. Service Warning 1. The LCD module assembly is provided with a high voltage circuit for the lamp. If replacing to your fingers. ViewSonic Corporation 1 Confidential - Do... included with a finger or anything else. This projector is likely to be damaged. Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 SERVICE MANUAL PJ501 / PJ551 Caution Be sure to read cautionary items described in this manual before servicing. The lamp becomes too hot. 2. Never drop it or...
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... See "OSD Messages" on page 25 and "Indicator Messages" on . ViewSonic Corporation 21 Confidential - Lamp (Option Lamp: DT00402 RLC-150-001(PJ501) / DT00462 RLC-150-003(PJ551)) DT00402 RLC-150-001(PJ501) / DT00462 RLC-150-003(PJ551 Lamp life Projector lamps have a finite life. Before replacing the lamp switch the POWER OFF, wait approximately 20 minutes, and switch the POWER...
... See "OSD Messages" on page 25 and "Indicator Messages" on . ViewSonic Corporation 21 Confidential - Lamp (Option Lamp: DT00402 RLC-150-001(PJ501) / DT00462 RLC-150-003(PJ551)) DT00402 RLC-150-001(PJ501) / DT00462 RLC-150-003(PJ551 Lamp life Projector lamps have a finite life. Before replacing the lamp switch the POWER OFF, wait approximately 20 minutes, and switch the POWER...
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Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 Replacing the Lamp ViewSonic Corporation 22 Confidential -
Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 Replacing the Lamp ViewSonic Corporation 22 Confidential -
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... of the equipment and the signal source. Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 prepare a new lamp for installation. Always reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp. Always reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp. The lamp has reached the end of 95°F (35°C)? Always reset the lamp timer after approximately three minutes, and appears every time POWER...
... of the equipment and the signal source. Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 prepare a new lamp for installation. Always reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp. Always reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp. The lamp has reached the end of 95°F (35°C)? Always reset the lamp timer after approximately three minutes, and appears every time POWER...
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... CASE ASSÝ UPPER CASE ASSÝ LAMP DOOR ASSÝ FILTER COVER ASSÝ ADJUST FOOT ASSÝ DICHROIC OPTICS UNIT LCD/LENS PRISM ASSÝ FUSE 5A DC FAN...15 PIN MALE) 3 CONDUCTOR VIDEO/AUDIO CABLE S-CABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT CLEANING TOOL FOR DUST COTTON STICK L70 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ViewSonic Corporation 53 Confidential - VIEWSONIC P/N PARTS NO. VIEWSONIC P/N 22 B-SB-0221-0375... HA01101 POWER UNIT (BALLAST) Symbol No. PJ501 Symbol No. Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 Replacement Parts list PRODUCT SAFETY NOTE : Components marked with a have special characteristics important...
... CASE ASSÝ UPPER CASE ASSÝ LAMP DOOR ASSÝ FILTER COVER ASSÝ ADJUST FOOT ASSÝ DICHROIC OPTICS UNIT LCD/LENS PRISM ASSÝ FUSE 5A DC FAN...15 PIN MALE) 3 CONDUCTOR VIDEO/AUDIO CABLE S-CABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT CLEANING TOOL FOR DUST COTTON STICK L70 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ViewSonic Corporation 53 Confidential - VIEWSONIC P/N PARTS NO. VIEWSONIC P/N 22 B-SB-0221-0375... HA01101 POWER UNIT (BALLAST) Symbol No. PJ501 Symbol No. Do Not Copy PJ501/PJ551 Replacement Parts list PRODUCT SAFETY NOTE : Components marked with a have special characteristics important...
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... Air Filter 32 Replacing The Air Filter 33 Other Care ...34 Caring For The Inside Of The Projector 34 Caring For The Lens 34 Caring For The Cabinet And Remote Control 34 Troubleshooting ...35 Related Messages ...35 Regarding The Indicator Lamps 37 Phenomena That ...May Easily Be Mistaken For Machine Defects 39 Warranty And After-Service 40 Specifications ...41 Customer Support ...42 LIMITED WARRANTY ...43 VIEWSONIC Projector 43 Appendix ...44 Power Cord Safety Guidelines 44 Compliance ...
... Air Filter 32 Replacing The Air Filter 33 Other Care ...34 Caring For The Inside Of The Projector 34 Caring For The Lens 34 Caring For The Cabinet And Remote Control 34 Troubleshooting ...35 Related Messages ...35 Regarding The Indicator Lamps 37 Phenomena That ...May Easily Be Mistaken For Machine Defects 39 Warranty And After-Service 40 Specifications ...41 Customer Support ...42 LIMITED WARRANTY ...43 VIEWSONIC Projector 43 Appendix ...44 Power Cord Safety Guidelines 44 Compliance ...
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...of the projector or the RESET button of 16:9. If we push any button while displaying the message, the message disappears. • Please see to the section "Air Filter" about replacing the lamp. Note that the items VOLUME, LAMP TIMER and FILTER TIMER are not reset. 29 ViewSonic PJ510 ... this item, please press the (X) button of the projector or the RESET button of "CHANGE THE LAMP". Do not perform this function must be performed before other picture adjustment. So this function unless you have replaced the lamp. Perform this function is recommended.", but won't shut the...
...of the projector or the RESET button of 16:9. If we push any button while displaying the message, the message disappears. • Please see to the section "Air Filter" about replacing the lamp. Note that the items VOLUME, LAMP TIMER and FILTER TIMER are not reset. 29 ViewSonic PJ510 ... this item, please press the (X) button of the projector or the RESET button of "CHANGE THE LAMP". Do not perform this function must be performed before other picture adjustment. So this function unless you have replaced the lamp. Perform this function is recommended.", but won't shut the...
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... the power cable is dangerous, so ask your local dealer. At the lamp replacing, make sure to clean the projector or replace the lamp yourself. • If the lamp should break (it is opened. ViewSonic PJ510 30 Note that shards of breakage. • If the lamp breaks soon after you to burst. In most cases, it will fall...
... the power cable is dangerous, so ask your local dealer. At the lamp replacing, make sure to clean the projector or replace the lamp yourself. • If the lamp should break (it is opened. ViewSonic PJ510 30 Note that shards of breakage. • If the lamp breaks soon after you to burst. In most cases, it will fall...
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... (S) button. 31 ViewSonic PJ510 Lamp cover 5 Unscrew the 2 screws, and slowly pick up the lamp by yourself, 3 After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, slowly flip over the projector, so that the top is facing up . Replacing The Lamp CAUTION • Do not reset the lamp timer without replacing the lamp. • When you buy a replacement lamp for long periods...
... (S) button. 31 ViewSonic PJ510 Lamp cover 5 Unscrew the 2 screws, and slowly pick up the lamp by yourself, 3 After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, slowly flip over the projector, so that the top is facing up . Replacing The Lamp CAUTION • Do not reset the lamp timer without replacing the lamp. • When you buy a replacement lamp for long periods...
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...be displayed. After you have cleaned or changed the air filter, please be replaced. When any such message is displayed on the screen when LAMP REPLACEMENT IS RECOM- cates that the lamp is no input signal. Replace the lamp and do not forget to cool down for this unit or the signal source... unit's power is ON, messages such as described below may be reappeared every time the power is turned ON. 35 ViewSonic PJ510 the lamp expires or fails. When the lamp does not light, this manual. MENDED. CLEAN THE AIR FILTER AFTER CLEANING AIR FILTER, RESET THE FILTER TIMER. CHECK...
...be displayed. After you have cleaned or changed the air filter, please be replaced. When any such message is displayed on the screen when LAMP REPLACEMENT IS RECOM- cates that the lamp is no input signal. Replace the lamp and do not forget to cool down for this unit or the signal source... unit's power is ON, messages such as described below may be reappeared every time the power is turned ON. 35 ViewSonic PJ510 the lamp expires or fails. When the lamp does not light, this manual. MENDED. CLEAN THE AIR FILTER AFTER CLEANING AIR FILTER, RESET THE FILTER TIMER. CHECK...
