ViewSonic Projector Pro9500 User Manual

							
ViewSonic
®
Model No. : VS13835
Pro9500
LCD Projector- User Guide
- Guide de l’utilisateur
- Bedienungsanleitung
- Guía del usuario
- Guida dell’utente
- Guia do usuário
- Användarhandbok
- Käyttöopas
- Podręcznik użytkownika
- Руководство пользователя
- 使用手册 (简体)
- 사용자 안내서
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 cuidadosamente las  instrucciones en este manual” 
						

							
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Compliance Information
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 of f and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following 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 the 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 equipment, display the 
chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of 
more than 0.0005% Mercury or more than, 0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004% Lead.
This is a Class A product in European Union.Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio 
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 
						

							
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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 
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. 
						

							
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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 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 
Concentration Actual Concentration
Lead (Pb) 0.1%< 0.1%
Mercury (Hg) 0.1%< 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd) 0.01%< 0.01%
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr 6+
) 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. 
						

							
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Copyright Information
Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2010. 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 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 any means, for any purpose 
without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.
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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.
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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 
						

							
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Projector
Pro9500
User's Manual (detailed)  
Operating Guide
• The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
• The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in 
this manual.
• The reproduction, transfer or copy of all or any part of this document is not 
permitted without express written consent. NOTE
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described below. 
About this manual
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result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.
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•   Mac® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
• 
 
Windows®, DirectDraw® and Direct3D® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation 
in the U.S. and/or other countries.
• 
 
VESA and DDC are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
• 
 
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
•   Trademark PJLink is a trademark applied for trademark rights 
in Japan, the United States of America and other countries and 
areas.
• Blu-ray Disc is a trademark.
All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.
NOTICE This entry notices of fear of causing trouble. 
						

							
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Contents
Introduction  ..................................................................................... 6
Features   .............................................................................................................. 6
Checking the contents of package ....................................................................... 6
Part names
 
.......................................................................................................... 7
Setting up
 
......................................................................................... 8
Arrangement
 
....................................................................................................... 8
Connecting with your devices ............................................................................. 9
Connecting to a power supply ........................................................................... 18
Using the security bar and slot   .......................................................................... 18
Remote control
 
.............................................................................. 19
Installing the batteries
 
....................................................................................... 19
About the remote control signal
  ........................................................................ 19
Changing the frequency of remote control signal ..................................................................... 20
Using as a simple PC mouse & keyboard ...................................................................... 20
Power on/off
 
................................................................................... 21
Turning on the power
 
........................................................................................ 21
Turning off the power
 
........................................................................................ 21
Operating
 
....................................................................................... 22
Adjusting the volume
 
......................................................................................... 22
Temporarily muting the sound
 
........................................................................... 22
Selecting an input signal
 
................................................................................... 22
Searching an input signal
 
.................................................................................. 24
Selecting an aspect ratio
 
................................................................................... 24
Adjusting the projector's elevator
  ...................................................................... 25
Adjusting the lens
 
.............................................................................................. 26
Using the automatic adjustment feature ....................................................................... 27
Adjusting the position
 
........................................................................................ 27
Correcting the distortion ..................................................................................... 28
Using the magnify feature   ................................................................................. 29
Temporarily freezing the screen
  ........................................................................ 31
Temporarily blanking the screen 
  ...................................................................... 31
Using the menu function 
  .................................................................................. 32
EASY MENU .................................................................................... 34
Aspect, Auto keystone,  keystone,  keystone, perfect fit, picture mode, eco mode, 
mirror,  reset, filter time, lA ngu A ge, AdvA nced menu, exit
PICTURE menu   ............................................................................... 36
Brightness, contr A st, gA mm A, color temp, color, tint,  sh A rpness, Active iris, my memory
IMAGE menu   ................................................................................... 39
Aspect, over sc A n, v  position, h  position, h  ph A se, h  size, Auto Adjust execute
INPUT menu   ................................................................................... 42
progressive, video nr, color sp A ce, component, video form A t, hdmi form A t, hdmi r A nge, 
c
omputer in,  fr A me lock, resolution
SETUP menu   .................................................................................. 46
Auto keystone,  keystone,  keystone, perfect fit, Auto eco mode, eco mode, mirror, 
st A nd B y mode, monitor out 
						

							
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AUDIO menu  ................................................................................... 49
volume, spe A ker, Audio source, hdmi A udio, mic level, mic volume
SCREEN menu   ................................................................................ 51
lAngu A ge, menu position, BlA nk, stA rt up, MyScreen, MyScreen Lock, mess A ge,
s
ource n A me, templ A te, c .c.
OPTION menu ................................................................................. 57
Auto seA rch, Auto keystone, direct power on, Auto power off, us B type  B, lA mp time, 
f
ilter time,  my B utton, my source, service
NETWORK menu   ............................................................................ 67
setup, projector n A me, my im A ge, Amx d.d., present A tion, inform A tion, service
SECURITY menu   ............................................................................ 74
security pA ssword ch A nge, Myscreen pA ssword, pin lock, tr A nsition detector,
m
y text p A ssword, my text displ A y, my text writing,   security indic A tor, stA ck lock
Presentation tools   ......................................................................... 80
PC-LESS Presentation
  ................................................................................... 80
Thumbnail Mode, Full Screen Mode, Slideshow mode, Playlist
USB Display  ........................................................................................................89
Right-Click menu, Floating menu, Options window
Maintenance   .................................................................................. 92
Replacing the lamp   ........................................................................................... 92
Cleaning and replacing the air filter  ......................................................................... 94
Replacing the internal clock battery ......................................................................... 96
Other care  ......................................................................................................... 97
Troubleshooting   ............................................................................. 98
Related messages
  ............................................................................................ 98
Regarding the indicator lamps
  .......................................................................... 99
Shutting the projector down
  ............................................................................ 101
Resetting all settings
  ....................................................................................... 101
Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects .......................... 102
Specifications
 
.............................................................................. 106 
						

							
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Network Guide
1. Connection to the Network 
  ..................................................  108
1.1 System requirements   .............................................................................  108
1.1.1 Required equipment preparation   .................................................................................. 108
1.1.2 Hardware and software requirement for computer    ...................................................... 108
1.2 Installing the “LiveViewer”   ......................................................................  110
1.2.1 Installing the “LiveViewer”   ............................................................................................. 110
1.3 Process to connect the network   .............................................................  112
1.3.1 Process overview   .........................................................................................................  112
1.3.2 Starting the “LiveViewer”    ............................................................................................... 113
1.4 Selecting the network connection mode   ................................................. 114
1.4.1 Selecting either the wireless LAN or wired LAN    .......................................................... 114
1.4.2 Selecting My Connection    .............................................................................................  116
1.5 Selecting the network connection method   .............................................. 116
1.5.1 Passcode connection   ...................................................................................................  117
1.6 Manual Configuration   .............................................................................  127
1.6.1 Profile connection   ........................................................................................................  127
1.6.2 History connection    .......................................................................................................  128
1.7 Configuring the network settings manually   ............................................. 129
1.8 Confirming the connection to your destination    ....................................... 134
1.8.1 Connection and transmission    .......................................................................................  134
1.8.2 Connection error    ..........................................................................................................  136
1.9 Profile data   .............................................................................................  137
1.9.1 Outline of Profile data   ..................................................................................................  137
1.9.2 Making Profile data    ......................................................................................................  137
1.9.3 Editing Profile data 
  .......................................................................................................  138
1.9.4 Registering My Connection 
  ..........................................................................................  139
2. Network Presentation ...........................................................  141
2.1 Using the “LiveViewer”   ...........................................................................  141
2.1.1 Main menu and Operating buttons   ...............................................................................  141
2.1.2 Displaying the status    ....................................................................................................  143
2.1.3 Switching the display mode 
  .........................................................................................  144
2.1.4 Option menu 
  ................................................................................................................  145
2.2 Starting the Network Presentation   .......................................................... 147
2.2.1 Display mode   ...............................................................................................................  147
2.2.2 Presenter mode    ...........................................................................................................  148
2.2.3 Display User Name 
  ......................................................................................................  148 
						

							
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3. Web Control   ..........................................................................  149
3.1 Logon   .....................................................................................................  150
3.2 Network Information    ...............................................................................  152
3.3 Network Settings 
  ....................................................................................  153
3.4 Port Settings 
  ...........................................................................................  154
3.5 Mail Settings 
  ...........................................................................................  156
3.6 Alert Settings 
  ..........................................................................................  157
3.7 Schedule Settings 
  ..................................................................................  158
3.8 Date/Time Settings 
  .................................................................................  162
3.9 Security Settings 
  ....................................................................................  164
3.10 Projector Control 
  ..................................................................................  165
3.11 Remote Control  .....................................................................................  171
3.12 Projector Status 
  ....................................................................................  172
3.13 Network Restart 
  ....................................................................................  173
4. My Image Function   ...............................................................  174
5. Messeger Function    ...............................................................  176
6. Network Bridge Function 
  .....................................................  178
6.1 Connecting devices   ................................................................................  178
6.2 Communication setup    .............................................................................  179
6.3 Communication port 
  ...............................................................................  179
6.4 Transmission method 
  .............................................................................  180
6.4.1 HALF-DUPLEX   ............................................................................................................  180
6.4.2 FULL-DUPLEX    .............................................................................................................  181
7. Other Functions   ....................................................................  182
7.1 E-mail Alerts   ...........................................................................................  182
7.2 Projector Management using SNMP    ...................................................... 184
7.3 Event Scheduling 
  ...................................................................................  184
7.4 Command Control via the Network 
  ........................................................ 188
8. Troubleshooting   ...................................................................  193
Appendix    ...................................................................................  196
RS232  ............................................................................................................ 196
PJLink   ............................................................................................................. 219
Instant Stack Guide
  ........................................................................................ 221
End User License Agreement for the projector software
  ................................258
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