ViewSonic Pj875 Projector User Manual

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Remote Control
Source
Resync Reset
Freeze/CLR
Keystone CorrectionPower / Standby
Volume ( + / - ) Mute
Four Directional
Select Keys
Enter MenuPicture in Picture
Zoom In / Zoom Out 
						

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Connecting the Projector to Desktop Computer
Installation
Power CordVGA CableComputer Output
1. Make sure the projector and your computer are turned off.
2. Connect one end of the projector signal cable to the projector; connect the other
end to the VGA connector on the computer and tighten the screws.
3. Connect one end of the power cord into the back of projector; connect the other
end to an electrical outlet.

To ensure the projection display works well with your computer, please configure
the display mode of your graphic card to make it less than or equal to 800 X 600
    resolution. Make sure timimg of the display mode is compatible with the projection
display. Refer to the“Compatibility Modes”section on page 27. 
						

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Connecting the Projector to Other Video Sources

If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, you’ll
need the video cable. If your video player uses a round, four-prong s-video
connector, you’ll need the s-video cable ( See page 11 for detail information).
Both cables are shipped with the projector.
If you use the video cable:
1. Plug the video cable connector into the “Video out”port on your video player; plug
the other end into the “Video”port on your projector.
2. Plug the audio cable white connector into the left “Audio out” port on your video
player; plug the cable’s red connector into the right “Audio out” port on the video
player; plug the other end into the “Audio in” port on your projector.
3. If you need to use an external speaker (built in amplifier), plug the audio cable white
connector into the “Audio in” port on your speaker; plug the cable’s red connector into
the red “Audio in” port on the speaker; plug the other end into the “Audio out”
port on the projector.
4. Connect one end of the power cord into the back of projector; connect the other
end to an electrical outlet.
Video Output
Audio Output
Video CableAudio Cable
Power CordAudio Cable Audio In Port
Audio Out Port
   Video Port 
						

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COMPUTER IN
S-VIDEOVIDEO
AUDIO IN OUT
S-Video OutputAudio Output
S-Video CableAudio Cable
Power CordAudio Cable Audio in port
Audio out port
 S- Video port
If you use the s-video cable:
1. Plug the s-video cable connector into the “S-Video”port on your video player; plug
the other end into the “S-Video” port on your projector.
2. Plug the audio cable white connector into the left “Audio out” port on your video
player; plug the cable’s red connector into the right “Audio out” port on the video
player; plug the other end into the “Audio in” port on your projector.
3. If you need to use an external speaker (built in amplifier), plug the audio cable white
connector into the white “Audio in” port on your speaker; plug the cable’s red con-
nector into the red “Audio in” port on the speaker; plug the other end into the “Audio
out” port on your projector.
4. Connect one end of the power cord into the back of projector; connect the other
end to an electrical outlet. 
						

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Powering On the Projection Display
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected.
3. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector and allow the projector
to warm up for 1-2 minutes.
4. Turn on the lamp by pressing “Power/Standby” button on the Panel Control.
The  startup screen will display for 30 seconds and the Power/Standby indicator will
light solid green.
5. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, or video player ,etc.). The projector will
detect your source automatically.
* If the screen displays “No Signal” ,  please make sure the signal cables are
securely connected.
* If you connect multiple sources at the same time, use the “Source” button
on the Remote Control or Panel Control to switch.


Power On/Off the Projection Display
Lens cap Power/
Standby
Power Switch 
						

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Powering Off the Projection Display
1. Press the “Power/Standby” button to turn off the projector lamp.
2. After pressing the “Power/Standby” button, you will see a message “ Power off  the
lamp? ” on the on-screen display. Press the “Power/Standby” button again to confirm.
Otherwise the message will disappear after 5 seconds.
3. “LAMP “ LED indicator will flash amber for about one minute. After the “LAMP” LED
indicator stops flashing , you can turn off the main power switch on the back of the
projector.
*If you want to turn on the main power switch immediately, you must allow about 10
minutes for thermal dissipation.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
* When the “LAMP” indicator lights solid amber; please change the lamp
module immediately.
* When the “TEMP” indicator lights solid amber, it indicates the display
has been overheated.  The display will automatically shut itself down.
Under normal conditions, the display can be switched on again for your
presentation.  If the problem persists, you should contact your local dealer or
our service center. 
						

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Adjusting the Projected Image
  
Adjusting the Projector Height
The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the projector height.
To raise the projector:
1. Press and hold the elevator button .
2. Raise the projector to the desired display angle 
, then release the button to lock the
elevator foot into position.
To lower the projector:
1. Press and hold the elevator button.
2. Lower down the projector, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
* When you adjust the projector height; please place the projector on a flat surface
and avoid falling down of the projector.
* For safety purpose, when you adjust the projector height; please loosen the
wheels  under the elevator foot and pull the stands out  .
Elevator Button
Elevator Foot