ViewSonic Projector PJD5250 User Manual

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Introduction
Projector features
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly 
design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.
The projector offers the following features.
• Dynamic mode adjusting the power consumption of the lamp according to the 
brightness of the image being projected
• Power saving function decreasing the power consumption of the lamp by up to 70% 
when no input signal can be detected for a set period of time.
• Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations
• Supports 3D display
• Supports Blu-ray 3D display (for models with HDMI input)
•Color Management allowing color adjustments to your liking
• Less than 0.5W power consumption when power saving mode is turned on
• Screen Color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors
• Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process
• Color modes providing choices for different projection purposes
• Selectable quick power off function
• One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality
• Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images
• Adjustable color management control for data/video display
• Ability to display 1.07 billion colors
• Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus
• Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption
• Component HDTV compatibility (YP
bPr)
• HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function allows synchronized power ON/
OFF operation between the projector and a CEC-compatible DVD player device 
connected to the HDMI input of the projector
The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient lighting 
conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and is directly proportional to 
projection distance.
The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers 
specifications. This is normal and expected behavior. 
						

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Shipping contents
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these 
items are missing, please contact your place of purchase.
Standard accessories
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those 
illustrated.
Optional accessories
1. Replacement lamp (RLC-092 for PJD5151/PJD5153/PJD5155/PJD5250/PJD5253/
PJD5255. RLC-093 for PJD5555w)
2. Soft carry case
3. VGA-Component adapter
4. Dust filter
5. Cable management coverProjector Power Cord VGA Cable
Multi-language User 
Manual CDQuick Start Guide Remote Control & Batteries 
						

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Projector exterior view
1. External control panel
(See Projector on page 7 for 
details.)
2. Lamp cover
3. Vent (heated air exhaust)
4. Front IR remote sensor
5. Adjuster foot
6. Focus and Zoom rings
7. Projection lens
8. Audio signal output socket
9. Audio signal input socket
10. Video input socket
11. S-Video input socket
12. HDMI port
13. RGB (PC)/Component video 
(YPbPr/YCbCr) signal input 
socket-2
14. RGB (PC)/Component video 
(YPbPr/YCbCr) signal input 
socket-1
15. RGB signal output socket
16. Mini USB port
17. RS-232 control port
18. AC power cord inlet
19. Security bar for anti-theft lock slot
Warning
• THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
• When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, 
or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should 
occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply 
off, or disconnect the power plug.
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Front/upper side
S-VIDEO
VIDEOCOMPUTER IN 2 COMPUTER IN 1 MONITOR OUT MINI
USB
RS-232AUDIOINOUT
COMPUTER IN 2 COMPUTER IN 1 MINI
USB
RS-232
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PJD5155/
PJD5255/
PJD5555w
PJD5153/
PJD5253
PJD5151/
PJD5250131416171215101189
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Rear/lower side 
						

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Controls and functions
Projector
1. Focus ring
Adjusts the focus of the projected image.
2. Zoom ring
Adjusts the size of the projected image.
3. Menu
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) 
menu. 
Exit
Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits 
and saves menu settings.
4. Blank/ Left
Hides the screen picture.
5. Power
Toggles the projector between standby 
mode and Power ON.
6. Source
Displays the source selection bar.
 (Help)
Displays the HELP menu by a long press 
for 3 seconds.
7. Enter
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menu item.
8. /  (Keystone keys)
Manually corrects distorted images 
resulting from an angled projection.
Up/ Down (Arrow keys)9.  (My Button)
Allows user to define a short cut key on 
this button, and the function item is 
selected in OSD menu.
10.  (Power indicator light)
Lights up or flashes when the projector is 
under operation.
11.  (Temperature indicator light)
Lights up red if the projectors 
temperature becomes too high.
12.  (Lamp indicator light)
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up 
or flashes when the lamp has developed a 
problem.
13.  (Panel Key Lock)
Activates or disables panel key lock by a 
long press for 3 seconds.
Right
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) 
menu is activated, the #4, #8 and #13 
keys are used as directional arrows to 
select the desired menu items and to make 
adjustments.
14. Color Mode
Selects an available picture setup mode.
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Remote control
To use the remote mouse control keys 
(Page Up, Page Down,  , and ), see 
Using the remote mouse control on 
page 10 for details.
1.  Power
Toggles the projector between standby 
mode and Power ON.
2. Source selection keys 
•COMP1/COMP2
Selects D-Sub / Comp. 1 or D-Sub / 
Comp. 2 source for display.
•HDMI
Selects HDMI source for display.
3. Auto Sync
Automatically determines the best 
picture timings for the displayed 
image.
4. /  (Keystone keys)
Manually corrects distorted images 
resulting from an angled projection.
5. Left/ Right/ Up/ Down
Selects the desired menu items and 
makes adjustments.6. Enter
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menu item.
7. Menu
Turns on the On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menu.
8.  (Left mouse button)
Performs the same function as the left 
mouse button when the mouse mode is 
activated.
Only available when a PC input signal 
is selected.
9.  (Right mouse button)
Performs the same function as the 
right mouse button when the mouse 
mode is activated.
Only available when a PC input signal 
is selected.
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COMP1 COMP2 HDMI
Source
Enter
Menu 3D Exit
PgUp
Mouse
PatternBlankPgDn
Eco
ModeColor
Mode
Auto
Sync 
						

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Remote control code
The projector can be assigned to 8 different remote control codes, 1 to 8. When several 
adjacent projectors are in operation at the same time, switching the remote control codes 
can prevent interference from other remote controls. Set the remote control code for the 
projector first before changing that for the remote control.
To switch the code for the projector, select from among 1 to 8 in the SYSTEM SETTING: 
ADVANCED > Remote Control Code menu.
To switch the code for the remote control, press ID set and the 
number button corresponding to the remote control code set in 
the projector OSD together for 5 seconds or more. The initial 
code is set to 1. When the code is switched to 8, the remote 
control can control every projector.
If different codes are set on the projector and remote control, 
there will be no response from the remote control. When that 
happens, switch the code for the remote control again.
10. Mouse
Switches between the normal and mouse 
modes.
PgUp, PgDn,  ,  : active after pressing 
Mouse. An icon appears on the screen to 
indicate the activation of the mouse mode.
Only available when a PC input signal is 
selected.
11.  (Panel Key Lock)
Activates panel key lock.
12.  (Presentation Timer)
Displays the presentation timer settings 
menu.
13.  (Volume Up)
Increases the volume level.
14. Eco Mode
Selects a lamp mode.
15. LED indicator
16.  (My Button)
Allows user to define a short cut key on the 
remote control, and the function item is 
selected in OSD menu.
17. Source
Displays the source selection bar.
18. 3D
Displays the 3D settings menu.19. Exit
Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits 
and saves menu settings.
20. PgUp (Page Up)/PgDn (Page Down)
Operates your display software program 
(on a connected PC) which responds to 
page up/down commands (like Microsoft 
PowerPoint) when the mouse mode is 
activated.Only available when a PC input signal is 
selected.
21. Pattern
Displays embedded test pattern.
22. Blank
Hides the screen picture.
23.  (Help)
Displays the HELP menu.
24.  (Mute)
Toggles the projector audio between on 
and off.
25.  (Zoom)
Displays the zoom bar that magnifies or 
reduces the projected picture size.
26. Color Mode
Selects an available picture setup mode.
27.  (Volume Down)
Decreases the volume level.
COMP1 COMP2 HDMI
Source
Enter
Menu 3D Exit
PgUp
MousePatternBlankPgDn
Eco
ModeColor
Mode
Auto
Sync
EcoModeColorMode 
						

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Using the remote mouse control
The capability of operating your computer with the remote control gives you more 
flexibility when delivering presentations. 
1. Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the 
remote control in place of your computer’s mouse. See Connecting a computer on 
page 16 for details.
2. Set the input signal to D-Sub / Comp. 1 or D-Sub / Comp. 2.
3. Press Mouse on the remote control to switch from the normal mode to the mouse 
mode. An icon appears on the screen to indicate the activation of the mouse mode.
4. Perform the desired mouse controls on your remote control.
• To move the cursor on the screen, press  / / / . 
• To left-click, press  . 
• To right-click, press  . 
• To operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to 
page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint), press PgUp/PgDn.
• To return to the normal mode, press Mouse again or other keys except for the 
mouse related multi-function keys.
Remote control effective range
The Infra-Red (IR) remote control is located on the front 
of the projector. The remote control must be held at an 
angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projectors 
IR remote control sensor to function correctly. The 
distance between the remote control and the sensor should 
not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet).
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote 
control and the IR sensor on the projector that might 
obstruct the infra-red beam.
Approx
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Replacing the remote control batteries
1. To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to view its back, press on the 
finger grip on the cover and pull it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated.
2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing 
the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. Positive (+) 
goes to positive and negative (-) goes to negative.
3. Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and pushing it back down into position. 
Stop when it clicks into place.
WARNING
• Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment 
like the kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom or in a closed car.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.
• Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions and local 
environment regulations for your region.
• Never throw the batteries into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.
• If the batteries are drained or if you will not be using the remote control for an extended 
period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage to the remote control from possible 
battery leakage. 
						

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Positioning your projector
Choosing a location
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. 
Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power 
outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your 
equipment.
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of the following 4 possible installation 
locations:
1. Front Table
Select this location with the projector placed near 
the floor in front of the screen. This is the most 
common way to position the projector for quick 
setup and portability.
2. Front Ceiling
Select this location with the projector suspended 
upside-down from the ceiling in front of the 
screen.
Purchase the projector ceiling mount kit from your 
dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.
Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETTING: 
BASIC > Projector Position menu after you turn 
the projector on.
3. Rear Ceiling
Select this location with the projector suspended 
upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen and the 
projector ceiling mounting kit are required for this 
installation location.
Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETTING: 
BASIC > Projector Position menu after you turn 
the projector on.
4. Rear Table
Select this location with the projector placed near 
the floor behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen is 
required.
Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETTING: 
BASIC > Projector Position menu after you turn 
the projector on. 
						

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Projection dimensions
The screen mentioned below refers to the projection screen usually consisting of a screen 
surface and a support structure.
PJD5151/PJD5153/PJD5155/PJD5250/PJD5253/
PJD5255
(a) 
Screen 
Size
[inch (m)]4:3 image on a 4:3 Screen 16:9 image on a 4:3 Screen
(b) Projection 
distance [m (inch)](c) Image 
height
[cm (inch)](d) Vertical 
offset
[cm (inch)] (b) Projection 
distance [m (inch)](c) Image 
height
[cm 
(inch)](d) Vertical 
offset
[cm (inch)]
min. max. min. max.
30(0.8) 1.1 (45) 1.2 (49) 46 (18) 4.6 (1.8) 1.1 (45) 1.2 (49) 34 (14) 10.3 (4.1)
40(1.0) 1.5 (59) 1.7 (65) 61 (24) 6.1 (2.4) 1.5 (59) 1.7 (65) 46 (18) 13.7 (5.4)
50(1.3) 1.9 (74) 2.1 (82) 76 (30) 7.6 (3.0) 1.9 (74) 2.1 (82) 57 (23) 17.1 (6.8)
60(1.5) 2.3 (89) 2.5 (98) 91 (36) 9.1 (3.6) 2.3 (89) 2.5 (98) 69 (27) 20.6 (8.1)
70(1.8) 2.6 (104) 2.9 (114) 107 (42) 10.7 (4.2) 2.6 (104) 2.9 (114) 80 (32) 24.0 (9.5)
80(2.0) 3.0 (119) 3.3 (131) 122 (48) 12.2 (4.8) 3.0 (119) 3.3 (131) 91 (36) 27.4 (10.8)
90(2.3) 3.4 (134) 3.7 (147) 137 (54) 13.7 (5.4) 3.4 (134) 3.7 (147) 103 (41) 30.9 (12.2)
100(2.5) 3.8 (149) 4.2 (163) 152 (60) 15.2 (6.0) 3.8 (149) 4.2 (163) 114 (45) 34.3 (13.5)
120(3.0) 4.5 (178) 5.0 (196) 183 (72) 18.3 (7.2) 4.5 (178) 5.0 (196) 137 (54) 41.1 (16.2)
150(3.8) 5.7 (223) 6.2 (245) 229 (90) 22.9 (9.0) 5.7 (223) 6.2 (245) 171 (68) 51.4 (20.3)
200(5.1) 7.5 (297) 8.3 (327) 305 (120) 30.5 (12.0) 7.5 (297) 8.3 (327) 229 (90) 68.6 (27.0)
250(6.4) 9.4 (371) 10.4 (409) 381 (150) 38.1 (15.0) 9.4 (371) 10.4 (409) 286 (113) 85.7 (33.8)
300(7.6) 11.3 (446) 12.5 (490) 457 (180) 45.7 (18.0) 11.3 (446) 12.5 (490) 343 (135) 102.9 (40.5)
(a)
(d)
(b)(e)
(f)
(c)
(a)
(c)(b)
(e)(f)
(d)
(a)
(c)
(b)(e)
(f)
(d)
(f): Center of lens (e): Screen
• 4:3 image on a 4:3 screen
• 16:9 image on a 4:3 screen
(a)
(d)
(c)(b)
(e)(f)