ViewSonic Pled W500 Projector User Manual

							MPORTANT:  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 
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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 device 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 
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:
yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
yIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the 
receiver is connected.
yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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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 manufactur-
er’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
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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 
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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.
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turer, 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.
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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. 
						

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Declaration of RoHS Compliance
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 sub-
stances 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%
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:
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tronic ceramic parts (e.g. piezoelectronic devices).
2. Lead in high temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing 85% by weight or 
more lead).
3. 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. 
						

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Copyright Information
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 Corporation.
Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omis-
sions 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 
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notice.
No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for any 
purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.
Product Registration
To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information 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:PLED-W500
ViewSonic LED Projector
Model Number:VS14048
Document Number:PLED-W500_UG_ENG Rev. 1A 08-16-11
Serial Number: _______________________________
Purchase Date: _______________________________
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 
						

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Notes on the AC Power Cord
AC Power Cord must meet the requirement of countries where you use this projector. Please 
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Table of Contents
Introduction7
Package Overview ................................. 7
Product Overview ................................... 8
Main Unit............................................ 8
Control Panel ..................................... 9
Connection Ports ............................. 10
Remote Control.................................11
Installation12
Connecting to Computer/Notebook ...... 12
Connecting to Video Sources ............... 13
Connecting to Multi-media Devices ...... 14
Powering On/Off the Projector ............. 15
Powering On the Projector............... 15
Powering Off the Projector ............... 16
LED Indicator Messages.................. 16
Adjusting the Projected Image ............. 17
Adjusting the Projector’s Height....... 17
Adjusting the Projector’s Focus ....... 18
Adjusting Projection Image Size ...... 18
User Controls19
Using the Control Panel ....................... 19
Using the Remote Control .................... 20
On-screen Display Menus .................... 22
How to operate ................................ 22
Structure .......................................... 23
PICTURE ......................................... 24
PICTURE | Advanced ...................... 26
SCREEN .......................................... 27
SETTING ......................................... 28
SETTING | Signal (RGB) ................. 30
SETTING | Advanced....................... 31
SETTING | Advanced | Security....... 32OPTIONS......................................... 34
OPTIONS | LED Settings ................. 36
OPTIONS | Advanced ...................... 37
Media Arena ......................................... 38
How to operate ................................ 38
Structure .......................................... 41
SETUP ............................................. 41
SETUP | Photo Setting .................... 42
SETUP | Music Setting .................... 43
SETUP | Video Setting..................... 44
Internal Memory ............................... 45
File Transfer ..................................... 45
USB Display..................................... 45
Appendices46
Troubleshooting.................................... 46
Image Problems............................... 46
Projector Problems .......................... 49
Multi-media Problems ...................... 49
On Screen Messages ...................... 50
Compatibility Modes ............................. 51
Multi-media Format Supported ............. 55
Ceiling Mount Installation ..................... 57
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AC Power Cord
Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure all parts listed below are in 
the box. If something is missing, please contact our customer service.
Documentation:
yUser’s Guide (DVD)
yQuick Start Card
yWarranty CardAAA Batteries x 2
(For remote control) Projector with lens cap Remote Control
Introduction
Package Overview
 Due to different applications in each Country, some regions may have different accessories.
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Product Overview
1. Focus Ring
2. Zoom Lens
3. Power Button / LED Indicators
4. Control Panel
5. IR Receiver
Main Unit
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6. Power Socket
7. Input / Output Connection Ports
8. Elevator Foot
9. Rubber Feet
(Front View)
(Rear View)
(Bottom View)
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Control Panel
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1. Lamp LED
2.
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3. Four directional select keys
4. Source
5. Menu
6. Temp LED
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