ViewSonic Projector PJD5151 User Manual

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Function Description
Current System 
StatusSource
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.
Lamp Hours
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
Filter Hours
Displays the number of hours the filter has been used.
Firmware Version
Shows the current firmware version.
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Maintenance
Care of the projector
You need to keep the lens and/or filter (optional accessory) clean on a regular basis.
Never remove any parts of the projector. Contact your dealer when any part of the projector 
needs replacing.
Cleaning the lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice 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.
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Using the dust filter (optional accessory) 
CAUTION
• It is important to clean the dust filter every 100 hours after the dust filter is installed.
• Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug it from power source before installing or 
detaching the filter.
• If your projector is ceiling-mounted or is not easily accessible, pay special attention to 
your personal safety when replacing the dust filter.
Installing the dust filter
1. Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug it from power 
source.
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8. Highlight Reset and press Enter. The lamp time will be reset to 0.
CAUTION
Remember to set Filter Mode to Off in the SYSTEM SETTING: ADVANCED > Filter Settings 
menu when using the projector with the dust filter removed. Setting Filter Mode to Off does 
not reset the filter timer. The timer will continue counting the next time you fit the filter back on 
and set Filter Mode to On.
Lamp information
Getting to know the lamp hour
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1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SOURCE > Auto Power Off menu.
2. Press Enter and the Auto Power Off page is displayed.
3. Highlight Sleep Timer and press  / .
4. 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.
Timing of replacing the lamp
When the Lamp indicator light lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to 
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Replacing the lamp
Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. Please contact 
qualified service personnel for changing the lamp.
Type number for the replacement lamp: 
• PJD5151/PJD5153/PJD5155/PJD5250/PJD5253/PJD5255: RLC-092
• PJD5555w: RLC-093 

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Indicators
LightStatus & Description
Power events
Blue
FlashingOff OffStand-by mode
Blue Off OffPowering up
Blue Off OffNormal operation
Blue
FlashingOff OffNormal power-down cooling (3 sec)
Red Off OffDownloading
Lamp events
Blue
FlashingOff RedFirst Lamp-Lit error cooling (60 sec)
Off Off RedLamp error in normal operation (30 sec)
Blue Off RedCW start fail (30 sec)
Thermal events
Off Red OffFan 1 error (the actual fan speed is +25% outside the 
desired speed.)
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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 cooling down process has completed.
CauseRemedy
The video source is not turned on or 
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Specifications
Projector specifications
• All specifications are subject to change without notice.
• Not all models can be purchased in your region.
General
Product name DLP Projector
Optical
ResolutionPJD5151/PJD5153/PJD5155:
800 x 600 SVGA
PJD5250/PJD5253/PJD5255
1024 x 768 XGA
PJD5555w:
1280 x 800 WXGA
Display system 1-CHIP DMD
Lamp 190 W lamp
Electrical
Power supply AC100–240V, 50–60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption 265 W (Max); < 0.5 W (Standby)
Mechanical
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53 Output terminal
RGB output D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 (PJD5153/PJD5155/PJD5253/
PJD5255/PJD5555w only)
Audio signal output Audio jack x 1 (PJD5153/PJD5155/PJD5253/PJD5255/
PJD5555w only)
Speaker 2 watt x 1 (PJD5153/PJD5155/PJD5253/PJD5255/
PJD5555w only)
Control terminal
RS-232 serial control 9 pin x 1
LAN N/A
USB serial control Type mini B
IR receiverx 1 (Front)
Environmental Requirements
Operating temperature 0°C–40°C at sea level
Operating relative 
humidity10%–90% (without condensation)
Operating...