ViewSonic Pjd2121 Projector User Manual

							
Model No.: VS12617
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ViewSonic
®
PJD2121
SVGA DLP Projector 
						

							PJD2121
ViewSonic
Compliance Information
FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to \
the following two conditions: (1) 
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device mu\
st 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 protection against harmf\
ul 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency 
energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may\
 cause harmful interference 
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular\
 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio\
 or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by 
one or more of the following measures:
    •  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
    •  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
    •    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
    •  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning:  You are cautioy
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for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
For Canada
    •  This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
    •  Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Following information is only for EU-member states:
The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/
EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or discarded 
batteries or accumulators as unsorted municipal waste, but use the retur\
n and collection systems 
available.
If the batteries, accumulators and button cells included with this equip\
ment, display the chemical 
symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more than 0.0005% 
Mercury or more than, 0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004% Lead. 
						

							
Important Safety Instructions
1.   Read these instructions.
2.    Keep these instructions.
3. 
  Heed all warnings.
4. 
  Follow all instructions.
5. 
  Do not use this unit near water.
6. 
    Clean with a soft, dry cloth.
7. 
 
 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the unit in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8.     Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including 
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. 
   
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two 
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. 
The wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into 
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outl\
et.
10. 
   
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs. Convenience receptacles 
and the point where they exit from the unit. Be sure that the power outl\
et is located near the unit so that 
it is easily accessible.
11. 
   
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. 
   
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer , or sold 
with the unit. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/unit combination t\
o 
avoid injury from tipping over.
13. 
   
Unplug this unit when unused for long periods of time.
14. 
   
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged 
in any way, such as: if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, if liquid is spilled onto or objects fa\
ll 
into the unit, if the unit is exposed to rain or moisture, or if the uni\
t does not operate normally or has 
been dropped.

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Declaration of RoHS Compliance
This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Direc\
tive 2002/95/EC of the European 
Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardou\
s substances in electrical and 
electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply with the\
 maximum concentration values 
issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below: 
SubstanceProposed Maximum 
ConcentrationActual Concentration
Lead (Pb)0.1%< 0.1%
Mercury (Hg)0.1%< 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd)0.01%< 0.01%
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+)0.1%< 0.1%
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)0.1%< 0.1%
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)0.1%< 0.1%
Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex of the RoHS Directives as 
noted below:
Examples of exempted components are:
1.  Mercury in compact fluorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other lamps not specifically 
mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.
2. 
 
Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, fluorescent tubes, and electronic ceramic parts 
(e.g. piezoelectronic devices).
3. 
 
Lead in high temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containin\
g 85% by weight or more lead).
4. 
 
Lead as an allotting element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by wei\
ght, aluminium containing up to 
0.4% lead by weight and as a cooper alloy containing up to 4% lead by we\
ight.

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Copyright Information
Copyright© ViewSonic® Corporation, 2009. All rights reserved.
Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple 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 Association. DPMS and DDC are 
trademarks of VESA.
PS/2,  VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporatio\
n.
Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial erro\
rs or omissions 
contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting \
from furnishing this material, or the 
performance or use of this product.
In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to change 
product specifications without notice. Information in this document may change without notice.
No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by an\
y means, for any purpose without 
prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.
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PJD2121
ViewSonic SVGA DLP Projector
VS12617
PJD2121_UG_ENG Rev. 1A 06-12-09
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The lamp in this product contains mercury.
Please dispose of in accordance with local, state or federal laws.

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Table of contents 
Introduction................................... 2
Projector features ........................................... 2
Shipping contents............................................ 3
Projector exterior view ..................................... 4
Controls and functions ...... .............................. 5
Positioning your projector............ 7
Choosing a location......................................... 7
Projection dimensions .................................... 7
Connection .............. ...................... 8
Connecting a computer or monitor ................ 8
Connecting Video source  devices.................. 9
Operation .............. ...................... 10
Starting up the projector................................ 10
Using the menus............................................ 10
Switching input signal........ ............................ 11
Adjusting the projected image ...................... 11
Adjusting the projection angle …………..…... 11
Correcting keystone ………………………..... 12
Selecting the aspect ratio............................. 12
Magnifying and searching for details……….. 13
Pan and Scan …………………………...……. 13
Optimizing the image..................................... 13
Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes. 14
Hiding the image …………………………..…. 14
Shutting down the projector ………............... 15
 
Menu operation.......... .......................... 16
Description of each menu…………….. 17
Maintenance ...... .................. 18
Care of the projector........................... 18
Lamp information ............................... 18
Indicators …………………….………… 20
Troubleshooting.................. 21
Specifications....................... 22
Projector specifications....................... 22
Dimensions ........................................ 23
Timing chart ....................................... 23
Appendix............. .................. 25
IR control table.................................... 25
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Introduction 
Projector features 
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high 
reliability and  ease of use. 
The projector offers the following features. 
• Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process 
• Digital keystone correction  to correct distorted images 
• Ability to display 16.7 million colors 
• Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus 
• Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr) 
•
ViewMatch for Accurate Color Correction. 
• Short throw projection lens. 
• Easy to use. 
• Compact size. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Shipping contents 
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the item s shown below. If any of these items are missing, please 
contact your place of purchase. 
Standard accessories 
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your  region, and may differ from those illustrated. 
 
 
 
Optional accessories 
Replacement lamp 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Projector exterior view 
 1. Focus ring 
2. Projection lens   
3. Lens cover   
4. LED indicator 
5. Adjuster foot 
6. RGB (PC) signal input socket 
7. Component video 
(YPbPr/YCbCr) signal input socket   
8. Power DC inlet 
9. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 
10. Rear IR remote sensor 
11. Lamp cover 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Controls and functions 
Projector and remote control 
 
 
1. Focus ring 
Adjusts the focus of the projected image. 
See Fine-tuning the image size and clarity on page 15 
for details. 
2. Keystone +   
Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an 
angled projection. 
3. Keystone –   
Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an 
angled projection. 
4. SOURCE 
Displays the source selection bar. See  Switching input 
signal on page 15  for details. 
5. Power button   
To turn on/off power. 
6. Temperature/Power indicator light 
Lights up red if the projectors temperature 
becomes too high. See  Indicators on page 
22  for details. 
 
1. POWER 
To turn on/off power. 
2. Arrow keys ( Left/Right/ Up /Down) 
Selects the desired menu ite ms and makes adjustments. 
3. Enter 
Selects an available OSD function setup mode. 
4. MENU/EXIT 
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to 
previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. See 
Using the menus on page 14  for details. 
5. Source 
Displays the source selection bar. See  Switching input 
signal on page 15  for details. 
6. ViewMatch 
Switch in between high brightness performance or Accuracy 
color performance. 
7. BLANK 
Hides the screen picture. See  Hiding the image on page 18 
for details. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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