ViewSonic Pjl6243 Projector User Manual

							PJL6243
LCD Projector
User Guide
IMPORTANT:  Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in  English,  or  in  specific  languages  using  the  Regional  selection  box  in  the  upper  right corner of our website. “Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual” 
						

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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 dev\
ice must 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 harmful 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 caus\
e harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipmen\
t off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the foll\
owing 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 cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate th\
e 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.
CE Conformity for European Countries
The device complies with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low V oltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
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 return 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 heav\
y metal content of more than 0.0005% Mercury or more than, 0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004% Lead.
Compliance InformationImportant Safety Instructions  
						

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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 wi\
th 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 outlet.
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 outlet 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 to 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 fall into the unit, if the unit is exposed to rain or 
moisture, or if the unit does not operate normally or has been dropped.
Important Safety Instructions  
						

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This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the 
European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous 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 containing 85% by weight or more 
lead).
4.  Lead as an allotting element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by weight, aluminium containing 
up to 0.4% lead by weight and as a cooper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight.
Declaration of RoHS ComplianceCopyright Information
Product Registration  
						

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Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2011. 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.
To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product informat\
ion as it becomes available, please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration form, which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic.
For Your Records
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
PJL6243
ViewSonic LCD Projector
VS13911
PJL6243_UG_ENG Rev. 1A 03-07-11
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Product disposal at end of product life
The lamp in this product contains mercury which can be dangerous to you \
and the environment. Please use care and dispose of in accordance with local, state or federal laws.\
ViewSonic respects the environment and is committed to working and living\
 green. Thank you for being part of Smarter, Greener Computing. Please visit ViewSonic website to learn more.USA & Canada: http://www.viewsonic.com/company/green/recycle-program/Europe: http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/support/recycling-information/Taiwan: http://recycle.epa.gov.tw/recycle/index2.aspx
Copyright Information
Product Registration  
						

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User Guide
Network Set-up and Operation
PJ Network Manager for Windows  
						

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User Guide  
						

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Features and Design
This Multimedia Projector is designed with the most advanced technology \
for portability, durability, and ease of use. This projector utilizes built-in multimedia features, a palette of 16.77 million colors, and matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) technology.
♦	 Compact	Design
 This projector is designed compact in size and weight. It is easy to carry and installed anywhere you wish to use.
♦	 Simple	Computer	System	Setting
 The projector has the Multi-scan system to conform to almost all computer output signals quickly (p.28). Up to WUXGA resolution can be accepted.
♦	 Useful	Functions	for	Presentations
 - The digital zoom function allows you to focus on the crucial information during a presentation (p.35). 
  - The MIC function and 10W audio output allows you to make a presentation without any external audio equipment (p.24).
♦	 Lamp	Control
  Brightness of the projection lamp can be selected (pp.25, 52).
♦	 Direct	Off	Function
 With the Direct Off function, you can disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet or turn off the breaker even during projection (p.20).
♦	 Logo	Function
 The Logo function allows you to customize the screen logo (pp.46-48). You can capture an image for the screen logo and use it for the starting-up display or between presentations.
♦	 Multilanguage	Menu	Display
 Operation menu is available in 20 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Hungarian, Romanian, Russian, Turkish, Kazakh, Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Thai.(p.44)
♦	 Security	Function
 The Security function helps you to ensure security of the projector. With the Key lock 
function, you can lock the operation on the top control or remote control (p.53). PIN code lock function prevents unauthorized use of the projector (pp.19, 53-54).
♦ Helpful Maintenance Functions
 Lamp and filter maintenance functions provide for better and proper maintenance of the projector.
♦	 LAN	Network	Function	
 This projector is loaded with the Wired LAN network function. You can operate and manage the projector via network. For details, refer to the User Guide of “Network Set-up and Operation.”
♦	 Auto	Setup	Function	
 This function enables Input search, Auto Keystone correction and Auto PC adjustment by simple pressing the AUTO SETUP button on the top control (p.45).
♦	 Colorboard	Function	
   At the time of simple projection on the colored wall, you can get the close color image to the color image projected on a white screen by selecting the similar color to the wall color from the preset four colors.
♦	 Switchable	Interface	Terminal
 The projector provides a switchable interface terminal. You can use the terminal as computer input or monitor output conveniently. (p.49)
♦	Power Management
 The Power management function reduces power consumption and maintains the lamp life (p.49).
♦	 Closed	Caption
   This is a printed version of the program sound or other information displayed on the screen. You can turn on the feature and switch the channels. (p.51)   
						

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Table	of	Contents
TrademarksEach name of corporations or products in this book is either a registere\
d trademark or a trademark of its respective corporation.
Compliance Information  . . . . . . . . . . .i
Important Safety Instructions  . . . . . . .ii
Declaration of RoHS Compliance . . .iii
Copyright Information  . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Product Registration  . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Features and Design  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Table	of	Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
To	the	Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Air Circulation  6
Installing the Projector in Proper Position 6
Moving the Projector  6
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Contents of package 7
Part Names and Functions  . . . . . . . . .8
Front  8
Back 8
Bottom 8
Rear Terminal  9
Top Control 10
Remote Control  11
Remote Control Battery Installation 12
Remote Control Operating Range 12
Remote Control Code 12
Adjustable Foot 12
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Setting up 13
Connecting to a Computer 14
Connecting to Video Equipment 15
Connecting to Component Video and RGB (Scart) Equipment 16
Using the Ferrite Core 17
Connecting the AC Power Cord 17
Basic Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Turning On the Projector 18
Turning Off the Projector 20
How to Operate the On-Screen Menu 21
Menu Bar 22
Zoom and Focus Adjustment 23
Auto Setup Function 23
Keystone Correction 23
Sound Adjustment 24
Remote Control Operation 25
Computer Input   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Input Source Selection (RGB: Computer 1/Computer 2) 27
Computer System Selection 28
Auto PC Adjustment 29
Manual PC Adjustment 30
Image Mode Selection  32
Image Adjustment 33
Screen Size Adjustment 34
Video Input  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Input Source Selection (Video, S-video) 36
Input Source Selection (Component, RGB Scart 21-pin) 37
Video System Selection 38
Image Mode Selection  39
Image Adjustment 40
Screen Size Adjustment 42
Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Setting 44
Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Input Source Information Display 57
Maintenance and Cleaning  . . . . . . . .58
WARNING indicator 58
Replacing the Filter 59
Resetting the Filter Counter 59
Attaching the Lens Cap 60
Cleaning the Projection Lens 60
Cleaning the Projector Cabinet 60
Lamp Replacement 61
Appendix   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Troubleshooting  63
Menu Tree 66
Indicators and Projector Condition 68
Compatible Computer Specifications 69
Technical Specifications 70
PJ Link Notice 71
Attaching the Filter Cover to the Projector 71
Configurations of Terminals 72
Dimensions 73
Serial Control Interface 74
Customer Support  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Limited Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77   
						

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NOTE	FOR	CUSTOMERS	IN	THE	US Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS.
To	the	Owner
CAUTION:				TO	REDUCE	THE	RISK	OF	ELECTRIC	SHOCK,	DO	NOT	REMOVE	COVER	(OR	BACK).	NO	USER-SERVICEABLE	PARTS	INSIDE	EXCEPT	LAMP	REPLACEMENT.	REFER	SERVICING	TO	QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL .
THIS	SYMBOL 	INDICATES	THAT	DANGEROUS	VOLTAGE	CONSTITUTING	 A	RISK	OF	ELECTRIC	SHOCK	IS	PRESENT	WITHIN	THIS	UNIT.
THIS	SYMBOL 	INDICATES	THAT	THERE	ARE	IMPORTANT	OPERATING	 AND	MAINTENANCE	INSTRUCTIONS	IN	THE	USER	GUIDE	WITH	THIS	UNIT.
CAUTION
RISK	OF	ELECTRIC	SHOCK
DO	NOT	OPEN
Before installing and operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly. This projector provides many convenient features and functions. Operating the projector properly enables you to manage those features and maintains it in good condition for many years to come. Improper operation may result in not only shortening the product-life, but also malfunctions, fire hazard, or other accidents. If your projector seems to operate improperly, read this manual again, check operations and cable connections and try the solutions in the “Troubleshooting” section on pages 63-65 of this manual. If the problem still persists, contact the dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center.
     Safety Precaution
CAUTION
DO	NOT	SET	THE	PROJECTOR	IN	GREASY,	WET,	OR	SMOKY	CONDITIONS	SUCH	 AS	IN	A	KITCHEN	TO	PREVENT	 A	BREAKDOWN	OR	 A	DISASTER.	IF	THE	PROJECTOR	COMES	IN	CONTACT	WITH	OIL 	OR	CHEMICALS,	IT	MAY	BECOME	DETERIORATED.
READ	AND	KEEP 	THIS	USER	GUIDE	FOR	LATER	USE.
WARNING:  
  		THIS	APPARATUS	MUST	BE	EARTHED.
  		TO	REDUCE	THE	RISK	OF	FIRE	OR							ELECTRIC	SHOCK,	DO	NOT	EXPOSE	 							THIS	 APPLIANCE	TO	RAIN	OR			MOISTURE.
–  This projector produces intense light from the projection lens. Do not stare directly into the lens, otherwise eye damage could result. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam.–  Install the projector in a proper position. Improper positioning may reduce the lamp life and result in severe accident or fire hazard.–  Allowing the proper amount of space on the top, sides, and rear of the projector cabinet is critical for proper air circulation and cooling of the unit. The dimension shown here indicate the minimum space required. If the projector is to be built into a compartment or similarly enclosed, these minimum distances must be maintained.–  Do not cover the ventilation slot on the projector. Heat build-up can reduce the service life of your projector, and can also be dangerous.
–  If the projector is unused for an extended time, unplug the projector from the power outlet.–  Do not project the same image for a long time. The afterimage may remain on the LCD panels by the characteristic of panel.
SIDE and TOPREAR
0.7’(20cm)
1.5’(50cm) 3’(1m) 3’(1m)
20cm
50cm 1m 1m
CAUTION
NOT	FOR	USE	IN	A	COMPUTER	ROOM	 AS	DEFINED	IN	THE	STANDARD	FOR	THE	PROTECTION	OF	ELECTRONIC	COMPUTER/DATA 	PROCESSING	EQUIPMENT,	ANSI/NFPA	75.