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ViewSonic
PJ656
LCD Projector
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Compliance Information For U.S.A. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) The device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 prot
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Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions completely before using the equipment. 2. Keep these instructions in a safe place. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this equipment near water. 6. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. If further cleaning is required, see “Cleaning the Display” in this guide for further instructions. 7. D o not block any ventilation openings. Install the equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. D o n
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Copyright Information ® Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2005. All rights reserved. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ViewSonic, the three birds’ logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation. VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards A
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Contents of package VIDEO RGB SEARCH (1) Projector ASPECT AUTO BLANK ON MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE KEYSTONE (2) Remote control POSITION MENU ENTER ESC RESET with two AA batteries (1) (2) (3) (3) Power cord (4) RGB cable (5) Audio/Video cable (4) (5) (6) Soft case (7) Quick Start Guide and ViewSonic Wizard CD (8) Lens cover, Rivet and Strap (6) (7) (8) NOTE • Keep the original packing materials for future reshipment. For moving the projector, be sure t
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Content Content About this manual . . . . . . . . . . 1 EASY Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Aspect, Keystone, Mode, Brightness, Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpness, Projector features . . . . . . . . . . 3 Whisper, Mirror, Reset, Filter time, Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Language, About contents of package . . . . . . . 3 Go to advanced menu Fastening the lens cover . . . . . . . . . 3 PICTURE Menu . . . . . . . . .
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Projector features / Preparations Projector features This projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC/PAL/ SECAM, Component (SD, HD) video signals onto a screen. It requires just a little space for installation and gets a large image from short distance. High Brightness Newly developed 180W UHB (Ultra High Brightness) lamp gives you a higher brightness image on a screen. The image can be still kept as bright and clean enough for use in bright rooms. Low Noise WHI
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Part names Part names Projector Control buttons Lamp cover Remote sensor (Lamp unit is inside.) Speaker Zoom knob Security bar Focus ring (Use for attaching a commercial anti-theft chain or wire.) Vent Lens Elevator button Front-Right side Elevator foot Lens cover Filter cover (Air filter and intake vent are inside.) Bottom side WARNING ►During use or immediately after use, do not touch around the lamp and vents of the projector. ( ) It could cause a burn. ViewSonic PJ656 4
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Part names Power switch AC inlet Elevator button Ports (See below.) Elevator foot Rear-Left side Vent CONTROL port Restart switch (*) AUDIO-OUT port RGB IN1 port 2) AUDIO IN2 L/R port RGB IN2 /RGB OUT port (In the default setting, the (Use the RGB IN OUT switch to select AUDIO IN2 L/R port is the audio RGB IN2 or RGB OUT for this port.) port for the VIDEO, S-VIDEO RGB IN2 port: Inputs the RGB signal from and COMPONENT VIDEO a PC. ports, however it is possible to RGB OUT port: When conne
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Part names Control buttons LAMP indicator TEMP indicator Cursor buttons POWER indicator ▲,▼,◄,► STANDBY/ON button INPUT button Remote control SEARCH button STANDBY/ON button RGB button AUTO button VIDEO button BLANK button ASPECT button PAGE UP button HOME button VOLUME button MAGNIFY MUTE button ON button OFF button PAGE DOWN button END button KEYSTONE button FREEZE button MENU button POSITION button Cursor buttons ESC button ▲,▼,◄,► ENTER button RESET button Battery cover (on the back) Vi
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Setting up Setting up WARNING ►Place the projector in a stable position horizontally. A fall or a turnover could cause an injury and/or damage to the projector. Using a damaged projector could result in a fire and/or an electric shock. • Do not place the projector on an unstable, slant or vibrant surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand. • Do not place the projector in the side/front/rear-up position, except cleaning the air filter. ►Place the projector in a cool and well ventilated loca
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Setting up Arrangement Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distance. (a) The screen size (diagonal) (b) (b) Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%) (c) The height of the screen (±10%) (c) up 4:3 16:9 (a) (a) (c) down At 4 : 3 Screen 4 : 3 screen (a) Screen (b) Projection distance (c) Screen height size [m (inch)] [cm (inch)] [inch (m)] min. max. down up 30 (0.8) 0.9 (36) 1.1 (43) 5 (2) 41 (16) 40 (1.0) 1.2 (48) 1.5 (58) 6 (2) 55 (22
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Setting up Adjusting the projector's elevator CAUTION ►If you press the elevator button without holding the projector, the projector might crash down, overturn, smash your fingers and possibly result in malfunction. To prevent damaging the projector and injuring yourself, always hold the projector whenever using the elevator buttons to adjust the elevator feet. ►Do not incline the projector rightward or leftward. Also do not incline it backward or forward exceeding 9 degrees. Exceeding thes
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Setting up Using the Security Bar WARNING ►Do not use the security bar to prevent the projector from falling. Dropping or knocking over the projector may cause damage or injury. CAUTION ►The security bar is not a comprehensive theft prevention measure. It is intended to be used as an extra theft prevention measure. A commercial anti-theft chain or wire can be attached to the security bar on the projector. How to attach 1. An anti-theft chain or wire can be attached as shown in the illust
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Setting up Connecting your devices CAUTION ►Turn off all devices prior to connecting them to the projector. Attempting to connect a live device to the projector may generate extremely loud noises or other abnormalities that may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector. ►Use the accessory cable or a designated-type cable for the connection. Some cables have to be used with core set. A too long cable may cause a certain picture degradation. Please consult with your
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Setting up Examples of connection with a computer * In the default setting, the AUDIO IN1 port is the audio port for the RGB IN1 and RGB IN2 ports. To change the settings, refer to the AUDIO item in the SETUP menu. RGB cable USB cable RGB out Audio out RS-232C USB RS-232C cable Stereo mini Use the RGB IN OUT audio cable switch to select RGB IN2 (RGB IN2 is Stereo mini audio cable selected if the switch is not pushed in). Audio out RGB out RGB cable Use the RGB IN OUT switch to select R
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Setting up Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD player * In the default setting, the AUDIO IN2 L/R port is the audio port for the VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO ports. To change the settings, refer to the AUDIO item in the SETUP menu. Audio/Video cable Audio (R) out Audio (L) out Video out Audio cable Audio (R) out Audio (L) out S-Video cable S-Video out Component video out Component video cable Y CB/PB CR/PR Audio (R) out Audio (L) out Audio cable ViewSonic PJ656 13
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Setting up Connecting power supply WARNING ►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock. • Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, contact your dealer for a replacement. • Only plug the power cord into an outlet rated for use with the power cord's specified voltage range. • Never modify the power cord. Never attempt to defeat the ground connection of the three-pronged pl
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Remote control Remote control Putting batteries WARNING ►Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Improper use may result in battery explosion, cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment. • Be sure to use only the batteries specified. Do not use batteries of different types at the same time. Do not mix a new battery with used one. • Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading
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Remote control Using the remote control CAUTION ►Be careful in handling the remote control. • Do not drop or expose the remote control to physical impact. • Do not get the remote control wet or place it on wet objects. It 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. • Replace the batteries whenever the remote control starts malfunctioning. • When strong lights (such a
