ViewSonic Pjl9371 Projector User Manual
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PJL9371ViewSonic46 OPTION menu ItemDescription SERVICE(continued) KEY LOCK Using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons turns on/off the key lock feature. When the ON is selected, the buttons on the projector except the STANDBY/ON button are locked. ON ó OFF • Please use this function to prevent tampering or accidental operation. This function does not have any effect on the remote control. REMOTE FREQ. (1) Use the ▲/▼ cursor button to change the projector's remote sensor frequency setting. 1:NORMAL ó 2:HIGH (2) Use the ◄/► cursor button to change the projector's remote sensor on or off. ON ó OFF The factory default setting is for both 1:NORMAL and 2:HIGH to be on. If the remote control does not function correctly, disable either of them.It’s not possible to disable both options at the same time. INFORMATION Selecting this item displays a dialog titled “INPUT_INFORMATION”. It shows the information about the current input. • The “FRAME LOCK” message on the dialog means the frame lock function is working. • The “SCART RGB” message means the COMPONENT port is working as a SCART RGB input port. Please refer to the COMPONENT item in INPUT menu.• This item can't be selected for no signal and sync out.• When the MY TEXT DISPLAY is set to ON, the MY TEXT is displayed together with the input information in the INPUT_INFORMATION box. FACTORY RESET Selecting the OK using the ► cursor button performs this function. By this function, all the items in all of menus will collectively return to the initial setting. Note that the items LAMP TIME, FILTER TIME, LANGUAGE, FILTER MESSAGE and SECURITY settings are not reset. CANCEL ð OK
PJL9371ViewSonic47 SECURITY menu This projector is equipped with security functions.From the SECURITY menu, items shown in the table below can be performed.To use SECURITY menu: User registration is required before using the security functions. Enter the SECURITY menu 1. Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select ENTER PASSWORD and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button. The ENTER PASSWORD box will be displayed. 2. Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons to enter the registered password. The factory default password is 4401. This password can be changed. Move the cursor to the right side of the ENTER PASSWORD box and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the SECURITY menu. • It is strongly recommended the factory default password to be changed as soon as possible.• If an incorrect password is input, the ENTER PASSWORD box will be displayed again. If incorrect password is input 3 times, the projector will turn off. Afterwards the projector will turn off every time an incorrect password is input. 3. Items shown in the table below can be performed. If you have forgotten your password(1) While the ENTER PASSWORD box is displayed, press and hold the RESET (or press the ◄ cursor and the INPUT buttons at the same time) button for about 3 seconds. (2) The 10 digit Inquiring Code will be displayed. Contact your dealer with the 10 digit Inquiring Code. Your password will be sent after your user registration information is confirmed. • If there is no key input for about 55 seconds while the Inquiring Code is displayed, the menu will close. If necessary, repeat the process from (1). ItemDescription SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE (1) Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the ENTER NEW PASSWORD box. (2) Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons to enter the new password. (3) Move the cursor to the right side of the ENTER NEW PASSWORD box and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box, enter the same password again. (4) Move the cursor to the right side of the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button and the NOTE NEW PASSWORD box will be displayed for about 30 seconds, please make note of the password during this time.Pressing the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button will close the NOTE NEW PASSWORD box. • Please do not forget your password. SECURITY menu (continued on next page)
PJL9371ViewSonic48 SECURITY menu ItemDescription MyScreen PASSWORD The MyScreen PASSWORD function can be used to prohibit access to the MyScreen function and prevent the currently registered MyScreen image from being overwritten. 1 Turning on the MyScreen PASSWORD1-1 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select MyScreen PASSWORD and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu. 1-2 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu to select ON. The ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) will be displayed. 1-3 Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons to enter the password. Move the cursor to the right side of the ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box, enter the same PASSWORD again. 1-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the NOTE NEW PASSWORD box for about 30 seconds, please make note of the password during this time. Pressing the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button will return to the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu. When a password is set for the MyScreen:• The MyScreen registration function (and menu) will be unavailable.• The MyScreen Lock menu will be unavailable.• The START UP setting will be locked on MyScreen (and the menu will be unavailable).Turning the MyScreen PASSWORD off will allow normal operation of these functions. • Please do not forget your MyScreen PASSWORD. 2 Turning off the MyScreen PASSWORD2-1 Follow the procedure in 1-1 to display the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu.2-2 Select the OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD box (large). Enter the registered password and the screen will return to the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu. If an incorrect PASSWORD is input, the menu will close. If necessary, repeat the process from 2-1. 3 If you have forgotten your password3-1 Follow the procedure in 1-1 to display the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu. 3-2 Select the OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD box (large). The 10 digit Inquiring Code will be displayed inside the box. 3-3 Contact your dealer with the 10 digit Inquiring Code. Your password will be sent after your user registration information is confirmed. ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) (continued on next page) ENTER PASSWORD box (large)
PJL9371ViewSonic49 SECURITY menu ItemDescription PIN LOCK The PIN LOCK is a function which prevents the projector from being used unless a registered Code is input. 1 Turning on the PIN LOCK1-1 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select PIN LOCK and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the PIN LOCK on/off menu. 1-2 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the PIN LOCK on/off menu to select ON and the Enter PIN Code box will be displayed. 1-3 Input a 4 part PIN code using the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor and the COMPUTER (or the INPUT) button. The PIN Code again box will appear. Reenter the same PIN code. This will complete the PIN code registration. • If there is no key input for about 55 seconds while the Enter PIN Code box or the PIN Code again box is displayed, the menu will close. If necessary, repeat the process from 1-1. Afterwards, anytime the projector is restarted after AC power is turned off the Enter PIN Code box will be displayed. Enter the registered the PIN code.The projector can be used after entering the registered the PIN code. If an incorrect PIN code is input, the Enter PIN code box will be displayed again.If an incorrect PIN Code is input 3 times, the projector will turn of f. Afterwards the projector will turn off every time an incorrect PIN code is input. The projector will also turn off if there is no key input for about 5 minutes while the Enter PIN code box is displayed.This function will activate only when the projector is started after AC power is turned off. • Please do not forget your PIN code. 2 Turning off the PIN LOCK2-1 Follow the procedure in 1-1 to display the PIN LOCK on/off menu. 2-2 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons to select the OFF and the Enter PIN Code box will be displayed. Enter the registered the PIN code to turn the PIN LOCK function of f. If an incorrect the PIN Code is input 3 times, the menu will close. 3 If you have forgotten your PIN Code3-1 While the Enter PIN Code box is displayed, press and hold the RESET (or press the ◄ cursor and the INPUT buttons at the same time) button for 3 seconds. The 10 digit Inquiring Code will be displayed. • If there is no key input for about 5 minutes while the Inquiring Code is displayed, the projector will turn off. 3-2 Contact your dealer with the 10 digit Inquiring Code. Your PIN Code will be sent after your user registration information is confirmed. (continued on next page)
PJL9371ViewSonic50 SECURITY menu ItemDescription TRANSITION DETECTOR If this function is set to the ON when the vertical angle of the projector or the MIRROR setting at which the projector is turned on is different than the previously recorded, the TRANSITION DETECTOR ON alarm will be displayed and the projector will not display the input signal. • To display the signal again, set this function to the OFF.• After about 5 minutes of displaying the TRANSITION DETECTOR ON alarm, the lamp will turn off.• Keystone adjustment feature has been prohibited as long as the Transition Detector function is on. 1 Turning on the TRANSITION DETECTOR1-1 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the TRANSITION DETECTOR and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu.1-2 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu to select the ON. Select the ON and the current angle and the MIRROR setting will be recorded. The ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) will be displayed.1-3 Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons to enter a password. Move the cursor to the right side of the ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box, enter the same password again.1-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the NOTE NEW PASSWORD box for about 30 seconds, please make note of the password during this time.Pressing the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button will return to the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu.• Please do not forget your TRANSITION DETECTOR password.• This function will activate only when the projector is started after turning off the AC power.• This feature may not function properly if the projector is not in a stable position when the ON is selected. 2 Turning off the TRANSITION DETECTOR2-1 Follow the procedure in 1-1 to display the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu.2-2 Select the OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD box (large). Enter the registered password and the screen will return to the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu.If an incorrect password is input, the menu will close. If necessary, repeat the process from 2-1. 3 If you have forgotten your password3-1 Follow the procedure in 1-1 to display the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu.3-2 Select the OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD box (large). The 10 digit Inquiring Code will be displayed inside the box. 3-3 Contact your dealer with the 10 digit Inquiring Code. Your password will be sent after your user registration information is confirmed. (continued on next page) ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) ENTER PASSWORD box (large)
PJL9371ViewSonic5 SECURITY menu ItemDescription MY TEXT PASSWORD The MY TEXT PASSWORD function can prevent the MY TEXT from being overwritten. When the password is set for the MY TEXT;• The MY TEXT DISPLAY menu will be unavailable, which can prohibit changing the DISPLAY setting.• The MY TEXT WRITING menu will be unavailable, which can prevent the MY TEXT from being overwritten. 1 Turning on the MY TEXT PASSWORD1-1 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the MY TEXT PASSWORD and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the MY TEXT PASSWORD on/off menu. 1-2 Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the MY TEXT PASSWORD on/off menu to select the ON. The ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) will be displayed. 1-3 Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons to enter the password. Move the cursor to the right side of the ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box, and then enter the same password again. 1-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the NEW PASSWORD AGAIN box and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the NOTE NEW PASSWORD box for about 30 seconds, then please make note of the password during this time. Pressing the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button will return to the MY TEXT PASSWORD on/off menu. 2 Turning off the MY TEXT PASSWORD2-1 Follow the procedure in 1-1 to display the MY TEXT PASSWORD on/off menu. 2-2 Select the OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD box (large). Enter the registered password and the screen will return to the MY TEXT PASSWORD on/off menu. If an incorrect password is input, the menu will close. If necessary, repeat the process from 2-1. 3 If you have forgotten your password3-1 Follow the procedure in 1-1 to display the MY TEXT PASSWORD on/off menu. 3-2 Select the OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD box (large). The 10 digit inquiring code will be displayed inside the box. 3-3 Contact your dealer with the 10 digit inquiring code. Your password will be sent after your user registration information is confirmed. ENTER NEW PASSWORD box (small) ENTER PASSWORD box (large) (continued on next page)
PJL9371ViewSonic5 SECURITY menu ItemDescription MY TEXT DISPLAY (1) Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the MY TEXT DISPLAY and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the MY TEXT DISPLAY on/off menu. (2) Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the MY TEXT DISPLAY on/off menu to select on or off. ON ó OFF When it is set to the ON, the MY TEXT will be displayed on the START UP screen and the INPUT_INFORMATION when the INFORMATION on the SERVICE menu is chosen.• This function is available only when the MY TEXT PASSWORD function is set to the OFF. MY TEXT WRITING (1) Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the MY TEXT WRITING and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button. The MY TEXT WRITING dialog will be displayed. (2) The current the MY TEXT will be displayed on the first 3 lines. If not yet written, the lines will be blank. Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons and the ENTER (or the INPUT) button to select and enter characters. To erase 1 character at one time, press the RESET (or press the ◄ cursor and the INPUT buttons at the same time) button. Also if you move the cursor to the DELETE or the ALL CLEAR on screen and press the ENTER (or the INPUT) button, 1 character or all characters will be erased. The MY TEXT can be input up to 24 characters on each line.(3) To change an already inserted character, press the ▲/▼ cursor button to move the cursor to one of the first 3 lines, and use the ◄/► cursor buttons to move the cursor on the character to be changed.After pressing the ENTER (or the INPUT) button, the character is selected. Then, follow the same procedure as described at the item (2) above.(4) To finish entering text, move the cursor to the OK on screen and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER/the INPUT) button. To revert to the previous MY TEXT without saving changes, move the cursor to the CANCEL on screen and press the ◄ cursor (or the ENTER/the INPUT) button.• The MY TEXT WRITING function is available only when the MY TEXT PASSWORD function is set to the OFF. SECURITY INDICATOR (1) Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the SECURITY INDICATOR and press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button to display the SECURITY INDICATOR on/off menu. (2) Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the SECURITY INDICATOR on/off menu to select on or off. ON ó OFF When it is set to the ON, the SECURITY indicator blinks in a standby state if the PIN LOCK or the TRANSITION DETECTOR is ON.
PJL9371ViewSonic53 Maintenance Maintenance A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause the pictures darker or the color tone poor. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. To prepare a new lamp, make contact with your dealer and tell the lamp type number . Replacing the lamp Type number : RLC-053(DT01055) 1.Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes. 2.Prepare a new lamp. If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, or if the lamp has broken, also ask the dealer to replace the lamp. 3.Loosen the screw (marked by arrow) of the lamp cover and then slide and lift the lamp cover to the side to remove it. 4.Loosen the 3 screws (marked by arrow) of the lamp, and slowly pick up the lamp by the handles. Never loosen any other screws. 5.Insert the new lamp, and retighten firmly the 3 screws of the lamp that are loosened in the previous process to lock it in place. 6.While putting the interlocking parts of the lamp cover and the projector together, slide the lamp cover back in place. Then firmly fasten the screw of the lamp cover. 7.Turn the projector on and reset the lamp time using the LAMP TIME item in the OPTION menu. In case of replacement by yourself, follow the following procedure. Replacing the lamp (3) Point at the OPTION in the left column of the menu using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, then press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button. (4) Point at the LAMP TIME using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, then press the ► cursor (or the ENTER / the RESET) button. A dialog will appear. (5) Press the ► cursor button to select the “OK” on the dialog. It performs resetting the lamp time. • Please reset the lamp time only when you have replaced the lamp, for a suitable indication about the lamp. NOTE ►Do not touch any inner space of the projector, while the lamp is taken out. CAUTION (1) Press the MENU button to display a menu. (2) Point at the ADVANCED MENU in the menu using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, then press the ► cursor (or the ENTER) button. Handles lamp cover
PJL9371ViewSonic54 Maintenance Lamp warning Replacing the lamp (continued) HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE ►The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. In addition, when the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of glass to fly into the lamp housing, and for gas containing mercury to escape from the projector’s vent holes. ►About disposal of a lamp: This product contains a mercury lamp; do not put it in a trash. Dispose of it in accordance with environmental laws. • For lamp recycling, go to www.lamprecycle.org (in the US). • For product disposal, consult your local government agency or www.eiae.org (in the US) or www.epsc.ca (in Canada). For more information, call your dealer. WARNING • If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), unplug the power cord from the outlet, and make sure to request a replacement lamp from your local dealer. Note that shards of glass could damage the projector’s internals, or cause injury during handling, so please do not try to clean the projector or replace the lamp yourself.• If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), ventilate the room well, and make sure not to breathe the gas that comes out of the projector vents, or get it in your eyes or mouth.• Before replacing the lamp, turn the projector off and unplug the power cord, then wait at least 45 minutes for the lamp to cool sufficiently. Handling the lamp while hot can cause burns, as well as damaging the lamp. • Never unscrew except the appointed (marked by an arrow) screws.• Do not open the lamp cover while the projector is suspended from a ceiling. This is dangerous, since if the lamp’s bulb has broken, the shards will fall out when the cover is opened. In addition, working in high places is dangerous, so ask your local dealer to have the lamp replaced even if the bulb is not broken.• Do not use the projector with the lamp cover removed. At the lamp replacing, make sure that the screws are screwed in firmly. Loose screws could result in damage or injury. • Use only the lamp of the specified type.• If the lamp breaks soon after the first time it is used, it is possible that there are electrical problems elsewhere besides the lamp. If this happens, consult your local dealer or a service representative.• Handle with care: jolting or scratching could cause the lamp bulb to burst during use.• Using the lamp for long periods of time, could cause it dark, not to light up or to burst. When the pictures appear dark, or when the color tone is poor, please replace the lamp as soon as possible. Do not use old (used) lamps; this is a cause of breakage. Disconnect the plug from the power outlet
PJL9371ViewSonic55 Maintenance Cleaning and replacing the air filter The air filter has two kinds of filters inside. Please check and clean the air filter periodically. When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter, comply with it as soon as possible. If the filters are damaged or heavily soiled, replace them with the new ones. To prepare the new filters, make contact with your dealer and tell the following type number. When you replace the lamp, please replace the air filter. An air filter of specified type will come together with a replacement lamp for this projector. 1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to sufficiently cool down. 2. Use a vacuum cleaner on and around the filter cover. 3. Pick and pull up the filter cover knobs to take it off. 4. Press up slightly the bottom side knobs to unlock the bottom side of the filter unit. Pull the center knob to take the filter unit off. 5. Use a vacuum cleaner for the filter vent of the projector and the outer side of the filter unit. 6. The filter unit consists of two parts. Press down around the interlocking parts to unlock, then separate the two parts. 7. Use a vacuum cleaner for the inner side of each part of the filter unit to clean them up. If the filters are damaged or heavily soiled, replace them with the new ones. 8. Combine the two parts to reassemble the filter unit. 9. Put the filter unit back into the projector. 10. Put the filter cover back into the place. 11. Turn the projector on and reset the filter time using the FILTER TIME item in the EASY MENU. (1) Press the MENU button to display a menu. (2) Point at the FILTER TIME using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, then press the ► cursor (or the ENTER / the RESET) button. A dialog will appear. (3) Press the ► cursor button to select the “OK” on the dialog. It performs resetting the filter time. WARNING ►Before taking care of the air filter, make sure the power cable is not plugged in, then allow the projector to cool sufficiently. ►Use only the air filter of the specified type. Do not use the projector without the air filter or the filter cover. It could result in a fire or malfunction to the projector. ►Clean the air filter periodically. If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or the like, internal temperatures rise and could cause a fire, a burn or malfu nction to the projector. NOTE • Please reset the filter time only when you have cleaned or replaced the air filter, for a suitable indication about the air filter. • The projector may display the message such as the “CHECK THE AIR FLOW” or turn off the projector, to prevent the internal heat level rising. Filter cover Filter unit Filter cover knobs Filter unit knobs Interlock parts 2.3. 4. 5.6. 7.