ViewSonic Pj862 Projector User Manual

							
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(a) Screen size [inch (m)](b) Projection distance [m (inch)](c) Screen height [cm (inch)]min.max.downup
30(0.8)0.9(35)1.1(42)5(2)41(16)
40(1.0)1.2(47)1.4(57)6(2)55(22)
50(1.3)1.5(59)1.8(71)8(3)69(27)
60(1.5)1.8(71)2.2(86)9(4)82(32)
70(1.8)2.1(83)2.6(100) 11(4)96(38)
80(2.0)2.4(96)2.9(115)12(5) 110(43)
90(2.3)2.7(108)3.3(130)14(5)123(49)
100(2.5)3.0(120)3.7(144)15(6)137(54)
120(3.0)3.7(144)4.4(174)18(7)165(65)
150(3.8)4.6(181)5.5(217)23(9)206(81)
200(5.1)6.1(241)7.4(291)30(12)274(108)
250(6.4)7.7(302)9.2(364)38(15)343(135)
300(7.6)9.2(363) 11.1(437)46(18)411(162)
(a) Screen size [inch (m)](b) Projection distance [m (inch)](c) Screen height [cm (inch)]min.max.downup
30(0.8)1.0(38)1.2(46)-1(0)39(15)
40(1.0)1.3(51)1.6(62)-2(-1)51(20)
50(1.3)1.6(65)2.0(78)-2(-1)64(25)
60(1.5)2.0(78)2.4(94)-2(-1)77(30)
70(1.8)2.3(91)2.8(110)-3(-1)90(35)
80(2.0)2.6(104)3.2(126)-3(-1)103(41)
90(2.3)3.0(117)3.6(141)-4(-1) 116(46)
100(2.5)3.3(131)4.0(157)-4(-2)129(51)
120(3.0)4.0(157)4.8(189)-5(-2)154(61)
150(3.8)5.0(197)6.0(237)-6(-2)193(76)
200(5.1)6.7(263)8.0(317)-8(-3)257(101)
250(6.4)8.4(329)10.1(396)-10(-4)322(127)
300(7.6)10.0(395)12.1(476)-12(-5)386(152)
Arrangement
Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection 
distance.
The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 1024 x 768 
(a) The screen size (diagonal)
(b) Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%)
(c) The height of the screen (±10%)
Setting up
4:3
(a)
16:9
(a)
At 16:9 screen At 4:3 screen
(c) up
(b)
(c) down 
						

							
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Adjusting the projector's elevator
WARNING  ►Do not adjust the projector’s elevator during use or 
immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature 
could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. 
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.
►Except for inclining by the elevator feet adjustment, place the projector 
horizontally.
You can use the elevator feet to make adjustments if the surface on which you 
need to set the projector is uneven or if you otherwise need to adjust the angle of 
projection. The adjustment range of the elevator feet is 0 to 9 degrees.
1. After making sure that the projector is cool adequately, press and hold in the 
elevator buttons while holding the projector.
 
   The elevator buttons and the elevator feet are on the both sides.
2. Raise or lower the projector to the desired height and the release the elevator 
buttons.  
   When you release the elevator buttons, the elevator feet will lock into position.
3. As necessary, you can also finely adjust the height of the projector by twisting 
the elevator feet by hand.
Setting up
Elevator feetElevator button 
						

							
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Setting up
About the filter cover for bottom-up use
WARNING  ►Do not replace the filter cover during use or immediately 
after use. While the projector connects with a power supply, or the projector is 
in a high temperature state, handling could cause an electric shock, a fi re, a 
burn and/or malfunction to the projector.Before handling, make sure the power 
switch is off and the power cord is not plugged in, then wait at least 45 minutes.
When the projector is installed bottom up, please use the accessory fi lter cover 
for bottom-up use. It is higher than usual filter cover, to keep the space for intake 
ventilation. Please change in the following procedure.
1. After making sure that the projector is cool adequately, slowly turn the 
projector so that the lens-side is facing up. Please be careful for a projector 
not to fall. While the projector is placed lens-side up, hold the projector .
2. Unhooking the filter cover’s claws, pull the filter cover in the direction of the 
arrow to remove it.
3. Replace the filter cover for bottom-up use and snap it back into place.
4. Slowly turn the projector so that the top is facing up.
Filter cover’s claws
To set
Filter cover’s claws
Filter cover 
To remove
Filter cover for bottom-up use 
						

							
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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 dealer for details. For 
cables that have a core only at one end, connect the core to the projector .
►Make sure that you connect devices to the correct port. Incorrect connection 
may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector. 
NOTE  • Whenever attempting to connect a laptop computer to the projector, be sure 
to activate the laptop’s 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 
instruction manual of the corresponding laptop computer.
• Secure the screws on the connectors and tighten.
• Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. Use of some of these 
modes will not be possible with this projector.
• For some RGB signal modes, the optional Mac adapter is necessary .
• When the image resolution is changed on a computer, depending on an input, 
automatic adjust function may take some time and may not be completed. In this case, 
you may not be able to see a check box to select “Yes/No” for the new resolution on 
Windows. Then the resolution will go back to the original. It might be recommended to 
use other CRT or LCD monitors to change the resolution.
About Plug-and-Play capability
Plug-and-Play is a system composed of the computer, its operating system and 
peripheral equipment (i.e. display devices). This projector is compatible with VESA DDC 
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 IN1 port (DDC 2B compatible) and/or the optional DVI cable to the DVI-D port (DDC 
2B compatible). Plug-and-Play may not work properly if any other type of connection is 
attempted.
• Please use the standard drivers in your computer as this projector is a Plug-and-Play 
monitor.
• The PJ862's DVI is compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) 
and therefore capable of displaying video from HDCP compatible DVD players, et al. 
However, if the HDCP standards are modified, the PJ862's DVI might not be able to 
display video from HDCP compatible device developed in conformance to such modified 
HDCP standards. 
						

							
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Y
VIDEO
RGB IN1 RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OUT CONTROLAUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
US
B
DC OUT
S-VIDEO
LAN
COMPONENT VIDE
O
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T
Y
VIDEO
RGB IN1
RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OUT CONTROLAUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
US
B
DC OUT
S-VIDEO
LAN
COMPONENT VIDE
O
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T
Y
VIDEO
RGB IN1
RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OUT CONTROL
AUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
USBDC OUT
S-VIDE
O
LAN
COMPONENT VIDEO
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T
Y
VIDEO
RGB IN
1 RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OU T CONTROLAUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
US
B
DC OUT
S-VIDEOLANCOMPONENT VIDE
O
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T
RGB IN2
RGB OUT

Setting up
Examples of connection with a computer 
Audio outUSB(A)RS-232CDVI out
DVI cable
Stereo mini audio cable 
* AUDIO IN  is linked to  RGB IN1/2 
and DVI-D.
RGB outAudio out
Stereo mini audio cable 
RGB cable
RGB in
RGB cable
Audio in
Stereo mini audio cable 
USB cable
RS232C cable
Connecting to a monitor (output)
Connecting to a speaker with amplifier (output) 
						

							
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Y
VIDEO
RGB IN1 RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OUT CONTROL
AUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
US
B
DC OUT
S-VIDE
O
LAN
COMPONENT VIDE
O
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T
Y
VIDEO
RGB IN1
RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OUT CONTROL
AUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
US
B
DC OUT
S-VIDE
O
LAN
COMPONENT VIDE
O
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T
Y
VIDEO
RGB IN1
RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OUT CONTRO
L
AUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
US
B
DC OUT
S-VIDE
O
LAN
COMPONENT VIDE
O
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T
Y
VIDEO
RGB IN1
RGB IN2
DVI-D
RGB OUT CONTRO
L
AUDIO-IN
REMOTE
 
CONTROL
US
B
DC OUT
S-VIDE
O
LAN
COMPONENT VIDE
O
CB/PBCR/PR
R-AUDIO IN-L AUDIO-OU
T

Setting up
Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD player
Audio (L) out
Video out
Audio cable 
Audio/Video cable 
Audio (L) out
S-Video out
S-Video cable 
RGB out
Audio (L) out  
Component video out
RGB cable Component video out
Component video cable 
Y
CB/PB
CR/PR
Audio cable 
Audio (R) out
Audio (R) out
LAN cable (CAT-5)
LAN port
Y
CB/PB
CR/PR
Audio (R) out  
Component video cable  
						

							
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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 to newly get correct one.
• 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 plug.
1. Connect the connector of the power cord to the AC inlet of the projector.
2. Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet. 
AC inlet
Connectorof the power cord 
						

							
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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 a battery.
• Keep a battery away from children and pets.
• Do not recharge, short circuit, solder or disassemble a battery .
• 
Do not allow a battery in a fire or water. Keep batteries in a dark, cool and dry place.
• If you observe a leakage of a battery, wipe out the flower and then replace a battery. 
If the flower adheres your body or clothes, rinse well with water immediately.
1. Remove the battery cover.  
Slide back and remove the battery cover in the direction of the arrow .
2. Insert the batteries. 
 Align and insert the two AA batteries according to their plus and minus   
terminals as indicated in the remote control.
3. Close the battery cover. 
 Replace the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and snap it back into place.
Remote control
Laser pointer
This remote control has a laser pointer in place of a finger or rod. The laser beam works 
and theLASER INDICATOR lights while the LASER button is pressed.
WARNING  ►The laser pointer of the remote control is used in place of a 
finger or rod. Never look directly into the laser beam outlet or point the laser 
beam at other people. The laser beam can cause vision problems.
CAUTION  ►Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures 
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Remote control
ST ANDBY/ONVIDEOUPDOWN
BLANK
ASPECTPUSH
LASERINDICATOR
LASER
RGB
ENTER
ONOFF
ESCPOSITIONMAGN
IFYMUTEKEYST ONEFREEZEONE TOUCHAUTO PA
GE
MENURESETVOL
UME 
						

							
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Remote control
Using the remote control
CAUTION  ►Be careful in handling the remote control.
• Do not drop or otherwise expose the remote control to physical impact.
• Do not get the remote control wet or place it on wet objects. Doing so 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 to malfunction. 
• When strong lights, such as direct sunlight or light from an extremely close 
range (such as from an inverter fluorescent lamp), hit the projector’s remote 
sensor, the remote control may cause to function. Adjust the direction of the 
projector to keep light from directly hitting the projector’s remote sensor.
The remote control works with the projector’s remote sensor.
• The range of the remote sensor is 3 meters with a 60- degree range (30 degrees 
to the left and right of the remote sensor).
• Also a remote signal reflected in the screen etc. may be available. If it is difficult 
to send a remote signal to the sensor directly, please try.
•  Since  the  remote  control  uses  infrared  light  to  send  signals  to  the  projector 
(Class1  LED),  be  sure  to  use  the  remote  control  in  an  area  free  from  obstacles 
that could block the remote control’s output signal to the projector.
•  You  can  use  the  remote  control  as  a  wired  remote  control,  by  connecting  the 
REMOTE CONTROLports of the main unit and remote control via an audio cable 
(3.5 dia. stereo mini cable with plugs).
30º30ºapprox. 3 meters 
						

							
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STANDBY/ONVIDEOUPDOWNBLANK
ASPECTPUSH
LASERINDICA TOR
LASER
RGB
ENTER
ONOFF
ESCPOSITIONMAGNIFYMUTEKEYSTONEFREEZEONE TOUCH
AUTO PA
GE
MENURESETVOLUME

ST
ANDBY/ON
INPU
T KEYS TONE
RESE
TMENU
POWER T E M P L A M P

Power on/off
Power on/off
WARNING  ►When the power is on, a strong light is emitted. Do not look 
into the lens or vents of the projector.
NOTE  • Turn the power on/off in right order. Please power on the projector 
before the connected devices. Power off the projector after the connected devices.
Power switch
STANDBY/ON 
button
POWER indicator
Turning on the power
1. Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly 
connected to the projector and outlet.  
2. Remove the lens cap, and set the power switch to the 
ON position.  
The power indicator will light to solid orange. Then wait 
several seconds because buttons may not function for 
these several seconds. 
3. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or remote control.  
The projector lamp will light up and the POWER indicator will begin blinking 
green. When the power is completely on, the indicator will stop blinking light 
green.
To display the picture, select an input signal according to the section "Selecting an 
input signal" (17).
Turning off  the power
1. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or 
remote control.  
The message "Power off?" will appear on the screen for 
approximately 5 seconds.
2. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or 
remote control again while the message is visible. 
The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator 
will begin blinking orange. 
Then the POWER indicator will stop blinking and light to 
solid orange when the lamp cooling is complete.
3. Make sure that the power indicator lights to solid orange, set the power switch 
to the OFF position. The POWER indicator will go off. Attach the lens cap.
 Power off ?
POWER
(Solid orange)
POWER (Blinking green)
POWER
(Solid green)
POWER (Blinking orange)
POWER
(Solid orange)