ViewSonic Pj510 Projector User Manual

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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 Blank Screen Color: 
BLUE (S) Q (T) WHITE (S) Q (T
) BLACK
• The blank screen of selected color is displayed by pressing the BLANK button. Please refer to the 
section “Temporarily Blanking The Screen” of “Operation” about the screen blanking.
START UP Select the Start Up Screen:
TURN ON (S) Q (T) TURN OFF
• If the TURN OFF is selected when there is no signal or the detected signal is out of specifications, 
the blank screen is displayed. 
MENU POSITION Adjust a Menu Position:
Pressing the (X) or ENTER button start adjusting,
       Up
(S) 

 Left (W)   (X) Right

(T)
Down
• The (W) button does not finish this item. When you want to return to the previous display, please 
press the ESC button.
MESSAGE Select the Message Mode:
TURN ON (S) Q (T) TURN OFF
• When the TURN OFF is selected, the following message functions are disabled:
The message of “AUTO IN PROGRES”
The message of “NO INPUT IS DETECTED”
The message of “SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE”
The message while being searched for an input signal, “Searching …..”
The message when an input signal is detected, “Detecting …..”
The indication of the input signal by input change.
RESET Reset the SCREEN Menu Items: 
Selecting the EXECUTE performs this function.
EXECUTE (S)  CANCEL
• The items of the SCREEN menu are collectively returned to the initial setting.. 
						

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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: High (S) Q (T) Low
SCREEN TYPE Select the Screen Type:
4:3(S)Q(T)16:9-TOP(S)Q(T)16:9-CENTER(S)Q(T)16-9:BOTTOM 
• Please select the screen type used and the picture position in case of 16:9. This selection is used 
as basic information for a suitable display. This function should be performed before other picture 
adjustment.
LAMP TIME
To begin the operation of this item, please press the (X) button of the projector or the RESET button
of the remote control for 3 seconds.
Reset the Lamp Timer: 
Selecting the RESET performs this function
RESET (S)  CANCEL
• The numerical value of four digits shown on this menu is the projector use time since the last 
RESET operation of this item. The value is reset to 0 at the same time the RESET is selected.
• The value of this function is used to display the message of “CHANGE THE LAMP”. So this 
function must be performed only immediately after replacing the lamp. 
Do not perform this function unless you have replaced the lamp. Perform this function every time 
the lamp is replaced. Incorrect performing of this function causes incorrect operation of the 
message function.
• After the lamp running reaches 2000 hours, a warning message is displayed: “To maximize 
performance, lamp replacement is recommended.”, but won’t shut the unit off. The message 
display for 30 seconds when the PJ is turned on. If we push any button while displaying the 
message, the message disappears.
• Please see to the section “Lamp” about replacing the lamp.
FILTER TIME
To begin the operation of this item, please press the (X) button of the projector or the RESET button
of the remote control for 3 seconds.
Reset the Filter Timer: 
Selecting the RESET performs this function
RESET (S)  CANCEL
• The numerical value of four digits shown on this menu is the projector use time since the last 
RESET operation of this item. The value is reset to 0 at the same time the RESET is selected.
• The value of this function is used to display the message of “CLEAN THE AIR FILTER”. So this 
function must be performed only immediately after cleaning or replacing the air filter. 
Do not perform this function unless you have cleaned or replaced the air filter. Perform this 
function every time the air filter is cleaned or replaced. Incorrect performing of this function causes 
incorrect operation of the message function.
• Please see to the section “Air Filter” about cleaning and replacing the air filter.
RESET Reset the OPTION Menu Items: 
Selecting the EXECUTE performs this function.
EXECUTE (S)  CANCEL
• The SCREEN TYPE item is returned to the initial setting. Note that the items VOLUME, LAMP 
TIMER and FILTER TIMER are not reset. 
						

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Lamp
     HIGH VOLTAGE
HIGH TEMPERATURE
HIGH PRESSURE
 WA R N I N G
The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp made of glass. 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. In 
addition, when the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of glass
 to fly into the lamp housing, and for 
gas containing mercury
 to escape from the projector’s vent holes
• If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), unplug the power cord from 
the outlet, and make sure to request a replacement lamp from your local dealer. Note that shards 
of glass could damage the projector’s internals, or cause injury during handling, so please do not 
try to clean the projector or replace the lamp yourself.
• If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), ventilate the room well, and 
make sure not to breathe the gas that comes out of the projector vents, or get it in your eyes or 
mouth.
• Do not open the lamp cover while the projector is suspended from above. This is dangerous, 
since if the lamp’s bulb has broken, the shards will fall out when the cover is opened. In 
addition, working in high places is dangerous, so ask your local dealer to have the lamp replaced 
even if the bulb is not broken.
• If the indicators or a message prompts you to replace the lamp (see the section “Related 
Messages” and “Regarding the indicator Lamps”), replace the lamp as soon as possible. Using 
the lamp for long periods of time, or past the replacement date, could cause it to burst. Do not 
use old (used) lamps; this is a cause of breakage.
• If the lamp breaks soon after the first time it is used, it is possible that there are electrical 
problems elsewhere besides the lamp. If this happens, contact your local dealer or a service 
representative.
• Use the lamp of the specified type only. (sold separately)
• Handle with care: jolting or scratching could cause the lamp bulb to burst during use.
• Before replacing the lamp, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged 
in, then wait at least 45 minutes for the lamp to cool sufficiently. Handling the lamp while hot 
can cause burns, as well as damaging the lamp.
• Do not use the projector with the lamp cover removed. At the lamp replacing, make sure that the 
screws are screwed in firmly. Loose screws could result in damage or injury.
• Obey local ordinances when disposing of used lamps. In most cases, it is possible to dispose of 
used bulbs in the same manner as used glass bottles, but in some cases, bulbs are sorted 
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Replacing The Lamp 
If the indicators or a message prompts you to replace the lamp, replace the lamp as soon as possible. 
Using the lamp for long periods of time, or past the replacement date, could cause it to burst. If the 
projector is mounted on the ceiling, or if the lamp has broken, do not try to clean the projector or 
replace the lamp yourself.
1Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord. Allow the lamp bulb to cool for at least 45 
minutes.
2Contact your local 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.
In the case of replacement by yourself,
3After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, slowly flip over the 
projector, so that the bottom is facing up.
4Hold the release button while sliding out the lamp cover.
5Unscrew the 2 screws, and slowly pick up the lamp 
by the handles.
6Insert the new lamp, and tighten the 2 screws 
firmly to lock it in place.
7Slide the lamp cover into place until it locks into position.
8Slowly turn the projector so that the top is facing up.
9Turn on the projector, and reset the lamp timer.
(1)  While the projector running, press the MENU button 
to open the menu.
(2)  Choose the “OPTION” on the menu using the (S)/(T) button, then press the (X) button or 
ENTER button
(3) Choose the “LAMP TIME” using the (S)/(T) button, then press and hold the (X) button of 
projector or the RESET button of remote control for 3 seconds.
(4)  Choose the “RESET” using the (S) button.
 CAUTION
• Do not reset the lamp timer without replacing the lamp. 
• When you replace the lamp, please replace also the air filter. The air filter may be attached when 
you buy a replacement lamp for this projector. Please ask your dealer.
Lamp cover
Release button
Handles
Screws 
						

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Air Filter
Caring For The Air Filter
The air filter should be cleaned about every 100 hours. If the indicators or a message prompts you to 
clean the air filter, clean the air filter as soon as possible. If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or 
the like, internal temperature rises and could cause malfunction.
1Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord.
2Apply a vacuum cleaner to the top of the filter cover to clean 
the air filter.
3Reset the filter timer, according to following “Reset The 
Filter Timer”.
(1)  Turn on the projector. While the projector running, press the MENU button to open the menu.
(2)  Choose the “OPTION” on the menu using the (S)/(T) button, then press the (X) button or 
ENTER button.
(3) Choose the “FILTER TIME” using the (S)/(T) button, then press and hold the (X) button of 
projector or the RESET button of remote control for 3 seconds.
(4)  Choose the “RESET” using the (S) button.
 WA R N I N G
• Please carefully read the “PJ510 QUICK START GUIDE”.
• Before replacing the air filter, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not 
plugged in.
• Use the air filter of the specified type only. (sold separately)
• Do not use the projector with the air filter and filter cover removed. The use without the air 
filter could result in damage.
 CAUTION
• Do not reset the filter timer without cleaning or replacing the air filter.
• If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or the like, internal temperature rises and could cause 
malfunction. The power is automatically turned off in order to prevent the projector from 
overheating internally.
• When you replace the lamp, please replace also the air filter. The air filter may be attached when 
you buy a replacement lamp for this projector. Please ask your dealer.
Filter cover 
						

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Replacing The Air Filter
If the soiling will not come off the air filter, or it becomes damaged, then it needs to be replaced. 
Please replace the air filter as soon as possible.
1Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord.
2Contact your local dealer to prepare a new air filter. Tell the 
dealer your air filter type number.
3After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, 
remove the filter cover. Hold the release buttons of the filter 
cover, while pulling it up. 
4Hold the release buttons of the air filter, while pulling down on 
it. 
5Insert a new air filter, and replace the filter cover.
6Reset the filter timer, according to following “Reset The Filter Timer”.
(1)  Turn on the projector. While the projector running, press the MENU button to open the menu.
(2) Choose the “OPTION”.
(3)  Choose the “FILTER TIME” using the (S)/(T) button, then press and hold the (X) button of 
projector or the RESET button of remote control for 3 seconds.
(4)  Choose the “RESET” using the (S) button.
Filter cover
Release buttons
Release buttons
Air filter 
						

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Other Care
Caring For The Inside Of The Projector
In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and inspected by your local 
dealer about once every 2 years. Never try to care for the inside of the unit yourself. Doing so is 
dangerous.
Caring For The Lens
1Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord.
2Lightly wipe the lens with a commercially available lens-
cleaning wipe.
Do not touch the lens directly with your hand.
Caring For The Cabinet And Remote Control
1Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord.
2Wipe lightly with gauze or a soft cloth. 
If soiling is severe, dip a soft cloth in water or a neutral cleaner dilute in water, and wipe lightly 
after wringing well. Then, wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth.
 WA R N I N G
• Please carefully read the “PJ510 QUICK START GUIDE”.
• Before replacing the air filter, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not 
plugged in.
 AT T E N T I O N
• Do not use cleaners or chemicals other than those listed above, including benzene and paint 
thinner.
• Do not use aerosols or sprays.
• Do not polish or wipe with hard objects.
Lens 
						

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Troubleshooting
Related Messages
When the units 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 message is 
displayed after the treatment, or if a message other than the following appears, please contact your 
dealer or service company.
Note:
* Although this message will be automatically disappeared after around 3 minutes, it will be 
reappeared every time the power is turned ON.
Message Description
TO MAXIMIZE PERFORMANCE, 
LAMP REPLACEMENT IS RECOM-
MENDED.The unit does not display a warning message on the screen when 
the lamp expires or fails. When the lamp does not light, this indi-
cates that the lamp is no longer functional and should be replaced. 
Replace the lamp and do not forget to reset the timer.
CLEAN THE AIR FILTER
AFTER CLEANING AIR FILTER,
RESET THE FILTER TIMER.A note of precaution when cleaning the air filter.
After cleaning the filter, operate FILTER TIME of the OPTION Menu, 
then perform reset of the filter timer.
NO INPUT IS DETECTED
ON ***There is no input signal.
Check the signal input connection and the status of the signal 
source.
SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE
ON ***The horizontal or vertical frequencies of the inputted signal is out-
side of the operating range limits of this unit. Please confirm the 
specs for this unit or the signal source specs.
CHECK THE AIR FLOWThe internal temperature is rising. Please turn the power OFF, then 
allow the unit to cool down for approximately 20 minutes. After hav- 
ing confirmed the following items, then please reset the power to 
ON.
• Is there blockage of the air filter?
• Is the air filter dirty?
• Does the ambient temperature exceeds 35°C?
CLEAN THE AIR FILTER
POWER OFF FIRST,
THEN CLEAN THE AIR FILTER.
AFTER CLEANING THE AIR FIL-
TER, RESET THE FILTER TIMER.A note of precaution when cleaning the air filter. 
Please immediately turn the power off, and clean or change the air 
filter by referring to the “Air Filter” section of this manual. After you 
have cleaned or changed the air filter, please be sure to reset the fil-
ter timer.
If the same message is displayed after the treatment, please clean 
the transparent area of filter cover and the dust-detecting window, 
according to the following. 
						

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1Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord.
2After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, remove the 
filter cover.
 
Hold the release buttons of the filter cover, while pulling it up. 
3Wipe the transparent area of the filter cover by using a swab or a soft cloth. 
4Remove the air filter.
Hold the release buttons of the air filter, while pulling it down. 
5Wipe the dust-detecting window by using a soft cloth.
6Replace the air filter and filter cover.
 AT T E N T I O N
The transparent area of filter cover and the dust-detecting window should be cleaned for normal 
operation of the optical dust detecting system. Please pay attention not to remain fiber or fragment 
of cloth inside the duct.
(Rear side)Dust-detecting window
(Bottom side)
Filter cover
Release buttons
Release buttons
Air filter
Filter cover
Transparent area 
						

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Regarding The Indicator Lamps
Lighting and flashing of the POWER indicator, the LAMP indicator, and the TEMP indicator have 
the meanings as described in the Table below. Please respond in accordance 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.
 AT T E N T I O N
When the interior portion has become overheated, for safety purposes, the power source may be 
automatically turned off, and the indicator lamps may also be turned off. In such a case, press the “
○” (OFF) side of the power switch, and wait at least 45 minutes. After the unit has sufficiently cooled 
down, please make confirmation of the attachment state of the lamp and lamp cover, and then turn the 
power on again.
POWER 
indicatorLAMP 
indicatorTEMP indi-
catorDescription
Lighting in 
orangeTurned off
Turned offThe unit is in a standby state. Please refer to the “Power ON/OFF” sec-
tion of this manual.
Flashing in 
greenTurned off Turned offThe unit is warming up. Please wait.
Lighting in 
greenTurned off Turned offThe unit is in an ON state. Ordinary operations may be performed.
Flashing in 
orangeTurned off Turned offThe unit is cooling down. Please wait.
Blinking in 
red--The unit is cooling down. A certain error has been detected. Wait until 
the POWER indicator has finished flashing, and then perform the 
proper response measure using the item descriptions below as refer-
ence.
Lighting or 
blinking in 
redLighting in 
redTurned offThe projector lamp has not been properly fixed (attached),  the projec-
tor lamp does not light, and/or there is a possibility that the interior por-
tion has become heated. Turn the power OFF and wait at least 20 
minutes. After the unit has sufficiently cooled down, please make con-
firmation of the following items, and then turn the power ON again. If 
the same indication is displayed, please change the lamp.
• Is there blockage of the air passage aperture?
• Is the air filter is dirty?
• Does the peripheral temperature exceed 35°C?
Lighting or 
blinking in 
red Blinking in 
redTurned offThe lamp cover has not been properly fixed (attached). Turn the power 
OFF and wait at least 45 minutes. After the unit has sufficiently cooled 
down, please make confirmation of the attachment state of the lamp 
and lamp cover, and then turn the power ON again.