ViewSonic Pjd7383i Projector User Manual

							
Operation 67
Function Description
Lamp 
Settings
Lamp Mode 
See 
Setting Lamp Mode as Economic on page 69  for details.
Reset Lamp Timer
See  Resetting the lamp timer on page 73  for details.
Equivalent Lamp Hour
See  Getting to know the lamp hour on page 69  for details on 
how the total lamp hour is calculated.
Presentation 
TimerSee  Setting the presentation timer on page 38  for details.
Security 
SettingsSee Utilizing the password function on page 24  for details,
Reset All 
SettingsReturns all settings to the factory preset values.
The following settings will still remain: Phase, H. Size, User 
1, User 2, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude 
Mode, Security Settings.
Current 
System 
Status
Source
Shows the current signal source.
Color Mode
Shows the selected mode in the  PICTURE menu.
Resolution
Shows the native resolution of the input signal.
Color System
Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB.
Equivalent Lamp Hour
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
MAC Address
Shows the  MAC Address  of your projector.
MAC Address stands for Media Access Control Address, 
which is a physical layer address used to uniquely identify 
a network node.
5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu
6. INFORMATION menu 
						

							
Maintenance
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Maintenance
Care of the projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. The onl y thing you need to do on a regular basis is 
to keep the lens clean.
Never remove any parts of the projector except  the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts 
need replacing.
Cleaning the lens
Clean the lens whenever you not ice dirt or dust on the surface.
• Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
• If there is dirt or smears,  use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens 
cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.
CAUTION
Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.
Cleaning the projector case
Before you clean the case, turn the projector  off using the proper shutdown procedure as 
described in  Shutting down the projector on page 58  and unplug the power cord.
• To remove dirt or dust, wipe th e case with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• To remove stubborn dirt or st ains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH 
detergent. Then wipe the case.
CAUTION
Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or ot her chemical detergents. These can damage the 
case.
Storing the projector
If you need to store the projector for an exte nded time, please follow the instructions below:
• Make sure the temperature and humidity  of the storage area are within the 
recommended range for the projector. Please refer to  Specifications on page 76  or 
consult your dealer about the range.
• Retract the adjuster feet.
• Remove the battery from the remote control.
• Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.
Transporting the projector
It is recommended that you ship the projector  with its original packing or equivalent. 
						

							
Maintenance 69
Lamp information
Getting to know the lamp hour
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically 
calculated by the built-in timer.
To obtain the lamp hour information:
1. Press  MENU/EXIT  on the projector or  Menu on the remote control and then press 
/  until the  SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced  menu is highlighted.
2. Press  to highlight  Lamp Settings and press MODE/ENTER  on the projector or 
ENTER  on the remote control. The  Lamp Settings page is displayed.
3. You will see the  Equivalent lamp hour  information on the menu.
4. To leave the menu, press  MENU/EXIT on the projector or  Exit on the remote 
control.
You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION  menu.
Extending lamp life
The projection lamp is a consumable item. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you 
can do the following settings via the OSD menu.
Setting Lamp Mode as Economic
Using  Economic mode reduces system noise and  power consumption by 20%. If the 
Economic  mode is selected, the light output will  be reduced and result in darker projected 
pictures.
Setting the projector in  Economic mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set 
Economic  mode, go into the  SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced  > Lamp Settings  > Lamp 
Mode  menu and press  / .
Setting Auto Power Off
This function allows the  projector to turn off automatically  if no input source is detected 
after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.
To  s e t   Auto Power Off , go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  > Auto Power Off menu and 
press  / . If the preset time lengths are not  suitable for your presentation, select Disable. 
The projector will not automatically  shut down in a certain time period. 
						

							
Maintenance
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Timing of replacing the lamp
When the  Lamp indicator  lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to 
replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or  consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a 
malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
CAUTION
The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too 
hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator 
still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See  Indicators on 
page 74  for details.
The following lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.
StatusMessage
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the 
projector is normally run with  Economic selected 
(See  Setting Lamp Mode as Economic on page 
69 ), you may continue to operate the projector 
until the next hour lamp warning appears.
A new lamp should be fitted to avoid the 
inconvenience when the projector runs out of lamp 
time.
It is strongly recommended that you replace the 
lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. 
The lamp brightness diminish es with use. This is 
normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp 
whenever you notice that the brightness level has 
significantly diminished. If the lamp is not 
replaced beforehand, it must be replaced when 
you see this message.
The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector 
will operate normally.
OK
Order Replacement Lamp
Lamp > ____ Hours
Notice
OK
Replace Lamp Soon 
Lamp > ____ Hours
Notice
OK
Replace Lamp Now 
Lamp > ____ Hours
Lamp usage time exceeded
Notice
OK
Lamp usage time exceeded
Replace lamp (refer to User Manual)
Then reset lamp timer
Notice 
						

							
Maintenance 71
Replacing the lamp
To prepare a new lamp, contact your dealer and tell the lamp type number.
Type number: RLC-057
WARNING
Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage  in accordance with local disposal 
laws. See www.lamprecycle.org
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the 
power cord before changing the lamp.
• To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the pr ojector to cool for at least 45 minutes 
before replacing the lamp.
• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution  when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces. Before replacing the 
lamp, clean the lamp compartment and dispose of cleaning materials. Be careful of sharp 
edges in the lamp compartment. Wash hands after lamp replacement.
• Only ViewSonic certified lamps are tested with this projector. Use of other lamps may  cause electrical shock and fire.
1. Turn the power off and disconnect the 
projector from the wall socket. If the 
lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting for 
approximately 45  minutes until the 
lamp has cooled.
2. Loosen the screws that secure the lamp  cover on the both sides of the projector 
until the lamp cover loosens.
3. Remove the lamp cover from the  projector.
WARNING
• Do not turn the power on with the lamp  cover removed.
• Do not insert your fingers between the  lamp and the projector. The sharp edges 
inside the projector may cause injuries.
4. Remove and dispose of the lamp 
protection film.
5. Pull out the lamp connector from a slot  in the lamp compartment. Disconnect it 
from the projector as illustrated.
6. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
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Maintenance
72 7. Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use 
the handle to slowly pull the lamp out 
of the projector.
CAUTION
• Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp  to break and scatter broken glass in the 
projector.
• Do not place the lamp in locations where  water might splash on it, children can 
reach it, or near flammable materials.
• Do not insert your hands into the projector  after the lamp is removed. If you touch the 
optical components inside, it could cause 
color unevenness and distortion of the 
projected images.
8. Insert the new lamp into the lamp 
compartment and make sure it fits in 
the projector.
9. Reconnect the lamp connector and  place it back into its slot to be flush 
with the projector.
10. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.
CAUTION
• Loose screw may cause a bad connection,  which could result in malfunction.
• Do not over tighten the screw.
11. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and  locked in place.
12. Place the lamp protection film supplied  with the new lamp on the lamp 
compartment.
13. Replace the lamp cover on the  projector.
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15. Restart the projector.
CAUTION
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.
Resetting the lamp timer
16. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen  Display (OSD) menu.
17. Go to the  SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced  > 
Lamp Settings  menu. Press MODE/ENTER  
on the projector or  ENTER on the remote 
control. The  Lamp Settings  page is 
displayed. 
18. Press  to highlight  Reset lamp timer and 
press  MODE/ENTER  on the projector or 
ENTER  on the remote control. A warning 
message is displayed asking if you want to 
reset the lamp timer. 
19. Highlight  Reset and press  MODE/ENTER  
on the projector or  ENTER on the remote 
control. The lamp time  will be reset to 0.
CAUTION
Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this 
could cause damage. 
14. Tighten the screws that secure the lamp  cover.
CAUTION
• Loose screw may cause a bad connection,  which could result in malfunction.
• Do not over tighten the screws.
Reset Lamp Timer?
ResetCancel
Notice 
						

							
Maintenance
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Indicators
LightStatus & Description
PowerTe m pLamp
Power events
Blue
Flashing Off OffStand-by mode
Blue Off OffPowering up
Blue Off OffNormal operation
Lamp events
Purple
Flashing Off RedThe projector has shut down automatically. If you try to re-
start the projector, it will 
shut down again. Please contact 
your dealer for assistance.
Off Off Red1. The projector needs 90  seconds to cool down. Or
2. Please contact your dealer for assistance.
Thermal events
Off Red Off
The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to re-
start the projector, it will  shut down again. Please contact 
your dealer for assistance.
Off Red Red
Off Red Green
Red Red Red
Red Red Green
Blue Red Red
Blue Red Green
Purple Red Red
Purple Red Green Off Green Red 
						

							
Troubleshooting 75
Troubleshooting
The projector does not turn on.
No picture
Blurred image
Remote control does not work
CauseRemedy
There is no power from the power 
cord.Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the 
projector, and plug the power cord into the 
power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, 
make sure that it is switched on.
Attempting to turn the projector on 
again during the cooling process. Wait until the cool
ing down process has 
completed.
CauseRemedy
The video source is not turned on or 
connected correctly. Turn the video source on and check that the 
signal cable is connected correctly.
The projector is not correctly 
connected to the input signal device. Check the connection.
The input signal has not been 
correctly selected. Select the correct input signal with the 
SOURCE
 key on the projector or remote 
control.
The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover.
CauseRemedy
The projection lens is not correctly 
focused. Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus 
ring.
The projector and the screen are not 
aligned properly. Adjust the projection angle and direction as 
well as the height of the projector if necessary.
The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover.
CauseRemedy
The battery is out of power. Replace the battery with a new one.
There is an obstacle between the 
remote control and the projector. Remove the obstacle.
You are too far away from the 
projector. Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the 
projector. 
						

							
Specifications
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Specifications
Projector specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice. 
General
Product name PJD7383/PJD7383i PJD7583w/PJD7583wi
Optical
Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA 1280 x 800 WXGA
Display system 1-CHIP DMD
Lens F/Number F = 2.6, f = 6.9 mm
Lamp 210 W lamp
Electrical
Power supply AC100–240V, 3.29 A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption 329 W (Max); < 1 W (Standby)
Mechanical
Weight 3.5 Kg (7.7 lbs)
Input terminal
Computer input
     RGB input D-Sub 15-pin (female)  x 2
Video signal input
     S-VIDEO Mini DIN 4-pin port  x 1
     VIDEO RCA jack  x 1
SD/HDTV signal input Analog – D-Sub  Component RCA jack  x 3 
                (through RGB input)
Audio signal input PC audio jack  x 1/RCA audio jack (L/R)  x 1
Microphone  x 1
USB port Type A x 1; Mini B  x 1
Output terminal
RGB output D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1
Speaker 10 watt x 1 (Amp approx. 10 w)
DC 12 V (Max. 1A)
Control terminal
RS-232 serial control 9 pin  x 1
LAN RJ45  x 1
IR receiver  x 2
Environmental Requirements
Operating temperature 0°C–40°C at sea level
Operating relative humidity 10%–90% (without condensation)
Operating altitude • 0–1499 m at 0°C–35°C • 1500–3000 m at 0°C–30°C (with  High Altitude Mode 
on)