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Compliance Information For U.S.A. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) The 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.
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions completely before using the equipment. 2. Keep these instructions in a safe place. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this equipment near water. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. 6. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. If further cleaning is required, see “Cleaning the Display” in this guide for further instructions. 7.
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Projector PJ400 User's Manual – Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using, read the "User's Manual - Safety Guide" and these manuals to ensure correct usage through understanding. After reading, store them in a safe place for future reference. About this manual Various symbols are used in this manual. The meanings of these symbols are described below.
Contents Contents About this manual . . . . . . . . . . 1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Projector features . . . . . . . . . . 3 About contents of package . . 3 Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Fastening the lens cover . . . . . . . . . 6 Putting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Projector features / About contents of package Projector features This projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC / PAL / SECAM video signals onto a screen. It requires just a little space for installation and gets a large image from short distance. High Brightness Newly developed 165W UHB (Ultra High Brightness) lamp gives you a higher brightness image on a screen. The image can be still kept as bright and clean enough for use in bright rooms.
Part names Part names Projector Focus ring Remote sensor Vent Speaker Lens Lens cover Elevator button Front-Right side Elevator foot Lamp cover (Lamp unit is inside.) Filter cover (Air filter and intake vent are inside.) Bottom side Power switch Control buttons AC inlet Elevator button Ports (See below.
Part names Controls LAMP indicator TEMP indicator POWER indicator LAMP TEMP POWER INPUT INPUT button Cursor buttons ▲,▼,◄,► MENU STANDBY/ON button STANDBY/ON Remote control STANDBY/ON button SEARCH button RGB button AUTO button VIDEO button VIDEO ASPECT button ASPECT RGB SEARCH AUTO MAGNIFY BLANK button BLANK VOLUME ON MAGNIFY ON button OFF button MUTE OFF FREEZE KEYSTONE - FREEZE button ENTER ESC ESC button + MENU POSITION POSITION button ZOOM VOLUME button MUTE button KE
Preparations Preparations Fastening the lens cover WARNING ►Do not fasten the lens cover during use or immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. Before operating, make sure that the power switch is off, that the power cord is not plugged in, and that the projector is cool adequately. To avoid losing, please fasten the lens cover to the projector using the strap.
Preparations Putting batteries WARNING ►Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Improper use may result in battery explosion, cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment. • Be sure to use only the batteries specified. Do not use batteries of different types at the same time. Do not mix a new battery with used one. • Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading a battery.
Preparations Using the remote control CAUTION ►Be careful in handling the remote control. Incorrect handling could cause damage or malfunction. • Do not drop or otherwise expose the remote control to physical impact. • Do not get the remote control wet or place it on wet objects. • Remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place if you won’t be using the remote control for an extended period. • Replace the batteries whenever the remote control starts to malfunction.
Preparations About the filter cover for bottom-up use WARNING ►Do not replace the filter cover and/or air filter during use or immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. Before operating, make sure that the power switch is off, that the power cord is not plugged in, and that the projector is cool adequately. When the projector is installed bottom up, please use the accessory filter cover for bottom-up use.
Setting up Setting up WARNING ►Place the projector in a stable position horizontally. A fall or a turnover could cause an injury and/or damage to the projector. Then using damaged projector could result in a fire and/or an electric shock. • Don’t place the projector on an unstable, slant or vibrant surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand. • Do not place the projector in the side/front/rear-up position, except care of the air filter.
Setting up Arrangement (b) Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distance. (c) up The values shown in the table are calculated (±3%) for a full size screen: 800x600 At 4:3 screen 4:3 (a) At 16:9 screen 16:9 (a) ViewSonic PJ400 (c) down (a) Screen size (b) Projection distance [inch (m)] [m (inch)] (c) Screen height [cm (inch)] down up 40 (1.0) 1.5 (60) 8.7 (3) 52.3 (21) 50 (1.3) 1.9 (75) 10.9 (4) 65.3 (26) 60 (1.5) 2.
Setting up Adjusting the projector's elevator WARNING ►Do not adjust the projector’s elevator during use or immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. Before operating, make sure that the power switch is off, that the power cord is not plugged in, and that the projector is cool adequately.
Setting up Connecting your devices CAUTION ►Turn off all devices prior to connecting them to the projector. Attempting to connect a live device to the projector may generate extremely loud noises or other abnormalities that may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector. ►Use the accessory cable or a designated-type cable for the connection. Some cables have to be used with core set. A too long cable may cause a certain picture degradation.
Setting up Examples of connection with a computer Audio cable (stereo mini) RGB cable RS-232C cable Audio out RGB out RS-232C RGB CONTROL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO K Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD player Audio cable (stereo mini) Video cable Audio out Video out RGB CONTROL S-VIDEO K Audio cable (stereo mini) S-Video cable Audio out S-Video out RGB CONTROL S-VIDEO K Audio cable (stereo mini) Component video cable RGB CONTROL Audio out Vie
Setting up Connecting power supply WARNING ►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock. • Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, contact your dealer to newly get correct one. • Only plug the power cord into an outlet rated for use with the power cord's specified voltage range. • Never modify the power cord. Never attempt to defeat the ground connection of the three-pronged plug.
Power on/off Power on/off Turning on the power WARNING ►When the power is on, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens or vents of the projector. NOTE • Turn the power on in right order. Please power on the projector before the connected devices.
Power on/off Turning off the power NOTE • Turn the power off in right order. Please power off the projector after the connected devices. • Except for an emergency, whenever you turn the projector off, obey the procedure of the following “Turning off the power”, and do not disconnect the power cord until the procedure is completed. Neglect causes a damage of the electrode and un-lighting of the lamp. • This Projector is controlled by an internal microprocessor.
Operating Operating Adjusting the volume 1. VIDEO RGB SEARCH Press the VOLUME button on the remote control. A dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume. Use the cursor buttons ▲/▼ to adjust the volume. To close the dialog and complete the operation, press the VOLUME button again. Even if you don’t do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds.
Operating Searching an input signal 1. Press the SEARCH button on the remote control. The projector will begin to check its input ports in order to find any input signals. Then when an input is found, the projector will stop searching and display the image. If no signal is found, the projector will return to the state selected before the operation.
Operating Using the automatic adjustment feature 1. Press the AUTO button on the remote control. VIDEO SEARCH RGB ASPECT BLANK AUTO VIDEO MAGNIFY RGB SEARCH VOLUME ON MUTE ASPECT OFF FREEZE AUTO BLANK KEYSTONE - ZOOM + MAGNIFY MENU POSITION VOLUME ON At a RGB signal The vertical position, the horizontal position, the horizontal phase, the aspect and horizontal size will be automatically adjusted.
Operating Using the partial magnify feature the ON button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. 1. Press The “MAGNIFY” indication will appear on the screen (although the indication will disappear after several seconds with no operation.), and the projector will enter the MAGNIFY mode.
Multifunctional settings Multifunctional settings NOTE • Regardless of description of this manual, these functions may not work correctly with some input. VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK Using the menu function MAGNIFY VOLUME This projector has the following menus: PICTURE, IMAGE, INPUT, SETUP, SCREEN, OPTION and EASY MENU. Each of these menus is operated using the same methods. The basic operations of these menus are as follows.
Multifunctional settings (2) PICTURE of Advanced MENU → one of Advanced Menus (ex.
Multifunctional settings operate 4. To Please follow of the mention concerned in each. In general, 5. (1) At EASY MENU, use the cursor buttons ◄/► to operate. (2) At Advanced MENU, use the cursor buttons ▲/▼. To return to the previous menu Press the cursor button ◄ or the ESC button. (1) One of Advanced Menus (ex.
Multifunctional settings EASY MENU EASY MENU With the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Choose an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control. Then perform it referring to the following table. ASPECT ZOOM KEYSTONE MODE BRIGHT CONTRAST COLOR TINT SHRPNESS WHISPER MIRROR RESET FILTER TIME LANGUAGE 4:3 +0 +0 NORMAL +0 +0 +0 +0 +3 NORMAL NORMAL 0 ENGLISH Go To Advance Menu...
Multifunctional settings EASY MENU (continued) Item Description SHARPNESS WHISPER MIRROR RESET FILTER TIME LANGUAGE Go To Advanced Menu ViewSonic Using the buttons ◄/► adjusts the sharpness. See the item SHARPNESS of section PICTURE menu. Using the buttons ◄/► turns off/on the whisper mode. See the item WHISPER of section SETUP menu. Using the buttons ◄/► switches the mode for mirror status. See the item MIRROR of section SETUP menu.
Multifunctional settings PICTURE menu With the PICTURE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Choose an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
Multifunctional settings PICTURE menu (continued) Item Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode of color temperature. HIGH MIDDLE CUSTOM LOW To adjust CUSTOM COLOR TEMP COLOR TEMP [RGB] HIGH MIDDLE LOW CUSTOM :SELECT OFFSET R G B GAIN R G B +0 +0 +0 +0 +0 +0 ENTER : Selecting the CUSTOM and then pressing the OFFSET GAIN button ► or the ENTER button displays a dialog R G B R G B to aid you in adjusting the OFFSET and/or GAIN of CUSTOM mode.
Multifunctional settings PICTURE menu (continued) Item Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the progressive mode. TV FILM TURN OFF PROGRESSIVE MY MEMORY ViewSonic • This function performs only at an interlaced signal of a VIDEO input, a S-VIDEO input or a component video input of 525i (480i) or 625i (576i) signal. • When the TV or FILM is selected, the screen image will be crisper. The FILM mode is adaptable to the 2-3 Pull-Down system to the conversion.
Multifunctional settings IMAGE menu With the IMAGE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Choose an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
Multifunctional settings IMAGE menu (continued) Item Description H SIZE AUTO ADJUST EXECUTE Using the buttons ▲/▼ adjusts the horizontal size. Large Small • This item can be chosen only at a RGB signal. • When this adjustment is excessive, the picture may not be displayed correctly. In such a case, please reset the adjustment pressing the RESET button during this operation. Choosing this item performs the automatic adjustment feature.
Multifunctional settings INPUT menu With the INPUT menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Choose an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
Multifunctional settings INPUT menu (continued) Item Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ turns the frame lock function on/off. TURN ON TURN OFF • This item performs only at a RGB signal with vertical frequency of 50 to 72 Hz. • When the TURN ON is selected, a moving picture is displayed more smoothly. • This function may cause a certain degradation of the picture. In such a case, please select the TURN OFF. Choosing this item displays a dialog titled “INPUT INFORMATION”.
Multifunctional settings SETUP menu With the SETUP menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Choose an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
Multifunctional settings SCREEN menu With the SCREEN menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Choose an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
Multifunctional settings SCREEN menu (continued) Item Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode for the start up screen. The start up screen is the screen displayed when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen ORIGINAL TURN OFF START UP MyScreen ViewSonic MyScreen is the screen you can register a desired screen.ORIGINAL screen is the existing standard screen. When the TURN OFF is selected, the BLACK screen is used.
Multifunctional settings SCREEN menu (continued) Item Description MyScreen Lock MESSAGE ViewSonic Using the buttons ▲/▼ turns on/off the MyScreen lock function. TURN ON TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, the item MyScreen cannot be performed. Use this function for protecting the current MyScreen. Using the buttons ▲/▼ turns on/off the message function. TURN ON TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, the following message function works.
Multifunctional settings OPTION menu With the OPTION menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Choose an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress, except for the items LAMP TIME and FILTER TIME. Then perform it referring to the following table.
Multifunctional settings OPTION menu (continued) Item LAMP TIME FILTER TIME ViewSonic Description The lamp time is the time counted after the last resetting. It is shown in the OPTION menu as the usage time of the lamp. Pressing the RESET button on the remote control or the button ► of the projector displays a dialog. To reset the lamp time, select the RESET using the button ▲. RESET CANCEL • Please reset the lamp time only when you have replaced the lamp, for a suitable indication about the lamp.
Multifunctional settings OPTION menu (continued) Item Description Selecting this item displays the SERVICE menu. Select an item using the buttons ▲/▼, and press the button ► or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. FAN SPEED AUTO ADJUST GHOST FILTER MESSAGE FACTORY RESET SERVICE ViewSonic FAN SPEED Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the rotation speed of the cooling fans. The HIGH is the mode for use at highlands etc.
Maintenance Maintenance Lamp WARNING 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.
Maintenance Lamp (continued) A lamp has a 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, contact your dealer and tell the lamp type number. Type number = RLC-004. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord.
Maintenance Air filter WARNING ►Before caring, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged in, then allow the projector to cool sufficiently. The care in a high temperature state of the projector could cause an electric shock, a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. ►Use only the air filter of the specified type. Do not use the projector with the air filter and the filter cover removed. It could result in a fire and/or malfunction to the projector.
Maintenance Air filter (continued) a vacuum cleaner to the air filter and filter cover. 5. Apply Then set a new or cleaned air filter into place. In case of the filter cover for bottom-up use, remove the air filter from the filter cover and clean each. After cleaning, reattach the cleaned filter to the filter cover. Air filter Claws Rail of air filter Filter cover for bottom-up use Please replace the air filter when it is damaged or too soiled. 6. Position the air filter and filter cover into place.
Maintenance Other care WARNING ►Do not take care of the projector during use or immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature could cause a burn and/ or malfunction to the projector. Before operating, make sure that the power switch is off, that the power cord is not plugged in, and that the projector is cool adequately. ►Never try to care for the inside of the projector personally. Doing is so dangerous. ►Avoid wetting the projector or inserting liquids in the projector.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Related messages When the unit's power is on, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any such message is displayed on the screen, please respond as described below. If the same message is displayed after the treatment, or if a message other than the following appears, please contact your dealer or service company. Although these messages will be automatically disappeared around several minutes, it will be reappeared every time the power is turned on.
Troubleshooting Related messages (continued) Message Description The internal portion temperature is rising. CHECK THE AIR FLOW REMINDER *** HRS PASSED AFTER THE LAST FILTER CHECK. FILTER MAINTENANCE IS ESSENTIAL TO REMOVE WARNING MESSAGE, RESET FILTER TIMER. Please turn the power OFF, and allow the unit to cool down at least 20 minutes. After having confirmed the following items, please turn the power ON again.
Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps Lighting and flashing of the POWER indicator, the LAMP indicator, and the TEMP indicator have the meanings as described in the table below. Please respond in accordance with the instructions within the table. If the same indication is displayed after the treatment, or if an indication other than the following is displayed, please contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps (continued) POWER indicator LAMP indicator TEMP indicator Description The cooling fan is not operating. Blinking In Red or Lighting In Red Turned off Blinking In Red Please turn the power off, and allow the unit to cool down at least 20 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation that no foreign matter has become caught in the fan, etc. and then turn the power on again.
Troubleshooting Phenomena that may easily be mistaken for machine defects WARNING ►Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. should occur. In such cases, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting Phenomena that may easily be mistaken for machine defects (continued) Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect The lens cover is closed. 4, 16 The signal cables are not correctly connected. 13, 14 Remove the lens cover. Correctly connect the connection cables. No pictures are displayed. The brightness is adjusted to an extremely low level. Adjust the BRIGHT to a higher level using the menu function or the remote control.
Warranty and after-service / Specifications Warranty and after-service If a problem occurs with the equipment, first refer to the “Troubleshooting” and run through the suggested checks. If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or the service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied. Specifications NOTE • This specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specifications Specifications (continued) [unit: mm] ViewSonic PJ400 53
Customer Support For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. Note : You will need the product serial number. T=Telephone Country/ Region Web Site United States www.viewsonic.com/support/ Canada www.viewsonic.com/support T=(866) 463 4775 service.ca@viewsonic.com United Kingdom www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk T= 0207 949 0307 service.eu@viewsoniceurope.com Europe, Middle East, Baltic countries, and North Africa www.viewsoniceurope.
Limited Warranty ViewSonic Projector ® What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will at its sole option repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
