ViewSonic Pj650 Projector User Manual

ViewSonic  PJ6508
Ports and Cables
Refer to this table to determine which projector port and cable to use for connecting to a given device. Use 
this table for determining which cables to prepare.
NOTE: 
About Plug-and-Play Capability
• This projector is compatible with VESA DDC 1/2B. Plug-and-Play can be achieved by connecting this 
projector to computers that are VESA DDC (display data channel) compatible. Please take advantage of 
this function by connecting the accessory RGB cable to the RGB IN 1...

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SetUp Reminders
WARNING:
Precautions to observe in regards to the power cord: Please use extra caution when connecting the projectors 
power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in FIRE AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Please 
adhere to the following safety guidelines to insure safe operation of the projector:
• Only plug the power cord into outlets rated for use with the power cords specified voltage range.
• Only use the power cord that came with the projector.
• NEVER ATTEMPT...

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Connecting your devices
Devices You Can Connect to the Projector (Refer to this section for planning your device configuration 
to use for your presentation.)
CAUTION
• Incorrect connecting could result in fire or electrical shock. Please read this manual and the separate 
“PJ650 Quick START GUIDE”.
ATTENTION
  
Precautions to observe when connecting other devices to the projector
• Whenever attempting to connect other devices to the projector, please thoroughly read the manual of each...

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Connecting to a Computer
ATTENTION:
 
Whenever attempting to connect a laptop computer to the projector, be sure to activate the 
laptops RGB external image output (set the laptop to CRT display or to simultaneous LCD and CRT display). 
For details on how this is done, please refer to the laptop computer’s instruction manual of the corresponding 
laptop computer.
NOTE:
• Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. The use of some of these modes may not be 
possible with this...

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Connecting to a DVD Player or VCR 

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Connecting to a Display Monitor
RGB OUT
RGB cable
Display monitor
RGB IN 

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Turning On The Power
Precautions
Connect all devices to be used to the projector prior to turning on the power.
WARNING:
  
When the power is ON, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens.
1
Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and outlet.
2
Turn on the projectors power
Set the power switch to [ | ] (ON). The projector will go to STANDBY mode and the POWER indicator 
will light to solid orange.
3
Press the STANDBY/ON button...

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Turning Off The Power
1
Press the STANDBY/ON button (control panel or remote control)
The message Power off? will appear on the screen for approximately 5 seconds.
2
Press the STANDBY/ON button again
(control panel or remote control)
Press the STANDBY/ON button again while the Power off? message is visible. The projector lamp goes 
off and starts cooling down. The POWER indicator blinks orange while the lamp cools down. (Pressing 
the STANDBY/ON button while the POWER indicator is...

ViewSonic  PJ65016
Selecting an Input Signal
Using the remote control
If selecting RGB input 
Press the RGB button
Press this button to toggle between the devices connected to RGB IN 1 and 2. As illustrated below, each time 
you press the RGB button, the projector switches between RGB IN 1 and 2.
Select the signal you wish to project.
If selecting video input
Press the VIDEO button
Press this button to toggle between the devices connected to VIDEO IN, SVIDEO IN and COMPONENT 
VIDEO. As illustrated below,...

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Adjusting the Volume
1
Press the VOLUME button
As illustrated on the right, a dialog box will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume.
2
Press the 
,  buttons to adjust the volume
Press the VOLUME button again to close the dialog box and complete this operation. (Even if you dont 
do anything, the dialog box will automatically disappear after a few seconds.)
Temporarily Muting the Sound
1
Press the MUTE button
As illustrated on the right, a dialog box will appear on the...