ViewSonic PJ513DB User manual

Brand: ViewSonic

Model: PJ513DB

Category: Data projectors

Type: User 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

off 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 modications 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 requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as

amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic

compatibility”, and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to “Safety.”

Following information is only for EU-member states:

The mark shown to the right 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 as unsorted municipal

waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law.

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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. If still not clean, see “Cleaning the Display” in this guide for

further instructions.

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 ampliers) 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 t 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 specied by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied 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 qualied 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:

Substance

Proposed 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

) 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 uorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other lamps not

specically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.

2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, uorescent 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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The lamp in this product contains mercury.

Please dispose of in accordance with local, state or federal laws.

Introduction............................................................. 1

Projector features .................................................................................1

Shipping contents .................................................................................1

Projector exterior view..........................................................................2

Controls and functions..........................................................................3

Positioning your projector....................................... 7

Choosing a location .............................................................................7

Obtaining a preferred projected image size..........................................8

Connection............................................................ 11

Connecting a computer or monitor ....................................................11

Connecting Video source devices.......................................................13

Operation............................................................... 17

Start up ...............................................................................................17

Switching input signal ........................................................................18

Adjusting the projected image............................................................19

Magnifying and searching for details

on the projected picture ......................................................................20

Selecting the aspect ratio ...................................................................21

Optimizing the image..........................................................................22

Hiding the image.................................................................................25

Locking control keys .........................................................................25

Freezing the image..............................................................................26

Operating in a high altitude environment ..........................................26

Adjusting the sound............................................................................27

Personalizing the projector menu display ..........................................27

Shutting down the projector................................................................28

Menu operation...................................................................................29

Maintenance.......................................................... 37

Care of the projector ..........................................................................37

Lamp information ...............................................................................38

Troubleshooting .................................................... 44

Specifications........................................................ 45

Projector specifications ......................................................................45

Dimensions .........................................................................................46

Timing chart....................................................................................... 47

Table of Contents

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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.

• Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process.

• Up to 11 sets of preset modes providing multiple choices for different projection

purposes

• High quality manual zoom lens

• One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality

• Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images

• Adjustable color balance control for data/video display

• High brightness projection lamp

• Ability to display 16.7 million colors

• Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus

• Switchable normal and Economic modes to reduce the power consumption

• Built-in speaker provides mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected

• Powerful AV function to provide high quality video image

• Component HDTV compatibility (YP

bPr)

• The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient

lighting conditions, selected input source 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.

Shipping contents

The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC or video

equipment. 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

Optional accessories

1. Projector

2. Card type remote control and battery

3. Quick start guide and ViewSonic

Wizard CD

4. VGA cable

5. Power cord

1. Spare lamp kit

2. Soft carry case

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

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Projector exterior view

Front/upper side

Rear side

See "Connection" on page 11 for details.

Under side

1. External control panel

(See "Projector" on page 3 for

details.)

2. Vent (heated air exhaust)

3. Front IR remote sensor

4. Quick-release button

5. Lens cap

6. Focus ring and Zoom ring

7. Vent (cool air intake)

8. Projection lens

9. Rear adjuster foot

10. Kensington anti-theft lock slot

11. AC power cord inlet

12. Rear IR remote sensor

13. RGB signal output socket

14. RGB (PC)/Component video (YPbPr/

YCbCr) signal input socket

15. S-Video input socket

16. RS232 control port

17. Video input socket

18. Audio socket

19. Quick-release foot

20. Lamp cover

21. Ceiling mounting screw holes

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Controls and functions

Projector

1. Focus ring

Adjusts the focus of the projected image.

See "Fine-tuning the image size and

clarity" on page 19 for details.

2. Zoom ring

Adjusts the size of the image. See "Fine-

tuning the image size and clarity" on page

19 for details.

3. Power/Power indicator light

Toggles the projector on or off.

See "Start up" on page 17 and "Shutting

down the projector" on page 28 for

details.

4. AUTO

Automatically determines the best picture

timings for the displayed image. See

"Auto-adjusting the image" on page 19

for details.

5. SOURCE

Displays the source selection bar. See

"Switching input signal" on page 18 for

details.

6. MENU/EXIT

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)

menu.

Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits

and saves menu settings.

See "Using the menus" on page 31 for

details.

7. Temperature warning light

Lights up red if the projector's

temperature becomes too high. See

"Indicators" on page 42 for details.

8. Keystone/Arrow buttons ( / Up,

/Down)

Manually corrects distorted images

resulting from an angled projection. See

"Correcting keystone" on page 20 for

details.

9. Lamp indicator light

Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up

or flashes when the lamp has developed a

problem. See "Indicators" on page 42 for

details.

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10. Left/BLANK

Used to hide the screen image. To

restore the image, press any button on

the projector or remote control. See

"Hiding the image" on page 25 for

details.

11. Right/PANEL KEY LOCK

Activates panel key lock. See

"Locking control keys" on page 25 for

details.

When the On-Screen Display (OSD)

menu is activated, the #8, #10 and #11

buttons are used as directional arrows

to select the desired menu items and to

make adjustments. See "Using the

menus" on page 31 for details.

12. MODE/ENTER

Depending upon which input signal is

selected, selects an available picture

setup mode. See "Selecting a preset

mode" on page 22 for details.

Enacts the selected On-Screen Display

(OSD) menu item. See "Using the

menus" on page 31 for details.

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Remote control

1. Power

Toggles the projector on or off.

2. Freeze

Freezes the projected image.

3. Left

4. BLANK

Used to hide the screen image. To restore

the image, press any button on the

projector or remote control.

5. DIGITAL ZOOM buttons (+, -)

Magnifies or reduces the projected image

size.

6. Menu/Exit

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)

menu.

Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits

and saves menu settings.

7. Keystone/Arrow buttons ( / Up,

/Down)

Manually corrects distorted images

resulting from an angled projection.

8. AUTO

Automatically determines the best picture

timings for the displayed image.

9. Right/

Activates panel key lock. See "Locking

control keys" on page 25 for details.

When the On-Screen Display (OSD)

menu is activated, the #3, #7 and #9

buttons are used as directional arrows to

select the desired menu items and to

make adjustments.

10. SOURCE

Displays the source selection bar.

11. Mode/Enter

Depending upon which input signal is

selected, selects an available picture

setup mode.

Enacts the selected On-Screen Display

(OSD) menu item. See "Using the

menus" on page 31 for details.

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Remote control effective range

Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the

projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular

to the projector's IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance between

the remote control and the sensors should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet).

Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensors on

the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.

Replacing the remote control battery

1. Pull out the battery holder.

Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and

hold the locking arm whilst pulling out the battery

holder.

2. Insert the new battery in the holder. Note the

positive polarity should face outward.

3. Push the holder into the remote control.

• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.

• There may be battery damage if the battery is

incorrectly replaced.

• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery

manufacturer.

• Dispose of the used battery according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

• Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.

• If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove

the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.

PUSH

• Operating the projector from the front

• Operating the projector from the rear

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Positioning your projector

Choosing a location

Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations:

1. Table in front of screen;

2. Ceiling in front of screen;

3. Table at rear of screen;

4. Ceiling at rear of screen.

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.

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 a recommended Projector Ceiling

Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount your

projector on the ceiling.

Set Front Ceiling in the System Setup: Basic > Projector Position menu after you

turn the projector on.

3. 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 Setup: Basic >

Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

4. 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 a

qualified ceiling mount kit are required for this

installation location.

Set Rear Ceiling in the System Setup: Basic >

Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

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Obtaining a preferred projected image size

The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video

format each factors in the projected image size.

4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9

(widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image

to the projector's native aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height

equivalent to 75% of the projector's native aspect height.

Thus, a 16:9 aspect image will not utilize 25% of the height of a 4:3 aspect image

displayed by this projector. This will be seen as darkened (unlit) bars along the top and

bottom (vertical 12.5% height respectively) of the 4:3 projection display area

whenever displaying a scaled 16:9 aspect image in the vertical center of the 4:3

projection display area.

When determining the position of your projector, you should consider its intended use

and input signal aspect ratios. All inputs (other than composite Video being fed a 16:9

aspect signal) will display in a 4:3 aspect ratio (and will require an additional 33%

display height than that of the scaled 16:9 aspect image projection area).

IMPORTANT: Do not select a permanent projector position based upon a 16:9 projection if you

will ever need to select an input (other than composite Video being fed a 16:9 aspect signal).

The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and

positioned directly perpendicular (90° right-angle square) to the horizontal center of

the screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting

onto angled surfaces).

The modern digital projector does not project directly forward (like older style reel-to-

reel film projectors did). Instead, digital projectors are designed to project at a slightly

upward angle above the horizontal plane of the projector. This is so that they can be

readily placed on a table and will project forward and upwards onto a screen positioned

so that the bottom edge of the screen is above the level of the table (and everyone in the

room can see the screen).

If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it

projects at a slightly downward angle.

You can see from the diagram on page 10, that this type of projection causes the

bottom edge of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane of

the projector. When ceiling mounted, this refers to the top edge of the projected image.

If the projector is positioned further away from the screen, the projected image size

increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately.

When determining the position of the screen and projector, you will need to account

for both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension, which are directly

proportional to the projection distance.

We have provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining

the ideal location for your projector. There are two dimensions to consider, the

perpendicular horizontal distance from the center of the screen (projection distance),

4:3 aspect image in a 4:3 aspect display area

16:9 aspect image scaled to a 4:3 aspect

display area

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and the vertical offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge of the screen

(offset).

How to determine the position of the projector for a

given screen size

1. Select your screen size.

2. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns

labelled "4:3 Screen Diagonal". Using this value, look across this row to the right to

find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled

"Average". This is the projection distance.

3. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the vertical Offset

value. This will determine the final vertical offset placement of the projector in

relation to the edge of the screen.

4. The recommended position for the projector is aligned perpendicular to the horizontal

center of the screen, at the distance from the screen determined in step 2 above, and

offset by the value determined in step 3 above.

For example, if you are using a 120 inch screen, the average projection distance is

4667 mm and with a vertical offset of 183 mm.

If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have

to tilt it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image

distortion will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion.

How to determine the recommended screen size for a

given distance

This method can be used for situations where you have purchased this projector and

would like to know what screen size will fit in your room.

The maximum screen size is limited by the physical space available in your room.

1. Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the

screen. This is the projection distance.

2. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your measurement in the average

distance from screen column labelled "Average". Check that your measured distance

is between the min and max distances listed on either side of the average distance

value.

3. Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding screen

diagonal listed in that row. That is the projected image size of the projector at that

projection distance.

4. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the vertical Offset

value. This will determine the final placement of the screen in relation to the

horizontal plane of the projector.

For example, if your measured projection distance was 4.5 m (4500 mm), the closest

match in the Average column is 4593 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 3000

mm (3 m) screen is required. If you can only obtain imperial sized screens, the listed

screen sizes on either side of the 3 m screen are the 9' and 10' screens.

Checking the min and max projection distance values for these screen sizes, indicates

that the 4.5 m measured projection distance will need to be reduced to fit the 9' size

screen, or increased to fit the 10' size screen. The projector can be adjusted (using the

zoom control) to display on these different screen sizes at those projection distances.

Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset values.

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There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. It is

recommended that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically

test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently

install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you

determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.

4:3 Screen Diagonal Distance from Screen in mm Vertical Offset in

Feet Inches mm Min length

(with max.

zoom)

Average Max length

(with min.

zoom)

4 48 1219 1778 1867 1956 73

1500 2187 2297 2406 90

5 60 1524 2222 2333 2444 91

6 72 1829 2667 2800 2933 110

2000 2916 3062 3208 120

7 84 2134 3111 3267 3422 128

8 96 2438 3556 3733 3911 146

2500 3645 3828 4010 150

9 108 2743 4000 4200 4400 165

3000 4347 4593 4812 180

10 120 3048 4444 4667 4889 183

3500 5104 5359 5614 210

12 144 3658 5334 5601 5867 219

4000 5833 6124 6416 240

15 180 4572 6667 7000 7333 274

5000 7291 7655 8020 300

18 216 5486 7999 8399 8799 329

6000 8749 9186 9624 360

25 300 7620 11111 11667 12222 457

Maximum zoom

Minimum zoom

Projection distance

Center of lens

Screen

Offset

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Connection

When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:

1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.

2. Use the correct signal cables for each source.

3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted.

In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see

"Shipping contents" on page 1). They are commercially available from electronics stores.

Connecting a computer or monitor

Connecting a computer

The projector provides a VGA input socket that allows you to connect it to a laptop or

desktop computer.

To connect the projector to a laptop or desktop computer:

1. Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the

computer.

2. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the D-SUB/COMP IN signal input socket

on the projector.

3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker, take a suitable audio

cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the computer, and

the other end to the Audio socket of the projector.

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector.

Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a

function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press

FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook's documentation to

find your notebook's key combination.

Laptop or desktop computer

Audio cable

VGA cable

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Connecting a monitor

If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen,

you can connect the RGB signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor

with a VGA cable following the instructions below:

1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page

11.

2. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied) and connect one end of the cable to the

D-Sub input socket of the video monitor.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the D-SUB OUT socket on the projector.

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the projector.

If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make sure

the Active VGA out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu.

See "SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu" on page 35 for details.

Laptop or desktop computer

VGA cable

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Connecting Video source devices

You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one

of the following output sockets:

• Component Video

•S-Video

• Video (composite)

You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the

above connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality.

The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching

terminals on both the projector and the Video source device as described below:

Best video quality

The best available video connection method is Component Video (not to be confused

with composite Video). Digital TV tuner and DVD players output Component Video

natively, so if available on your devices, this should be your connection method of

choice in preference to (composite) Video.

Better video quality

The S-Video method provides a better quality analog video than standard composite

Video. If you have both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your Video

source device, you should elect to use the S-Video option.

Least video quality

Composite Video is an analog video and will result in a perfectly acceptable, but less

than optimal result from your projector, being the least video quality of the available

methods described here.

Connecting Audio

The projector has a built-in mono speaker which is designed to provide basic audio

functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only. It is not

designed for, nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in

home theatre or home cinema applications. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is

mixed into a common mono audio output through the projector speaker.

If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio

output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio

projector. The audio connections illustrated in the following sections are provided for

informational purposes only. You need not connect audio to the projector if there is an

alternate sound system available, or if audio is not required.

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Connecting a Component Video source device

Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component

Video output sockets available:

• If so, you can continue with this procedure.

• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.

To connect the projector to a Component Video source device:

1. Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3

RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets of the Video source

device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; green to green, blue to

blue; and red to red.

2. Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with a

D-Sub type connector) to the D-SUB/COMP IN socket on the projector.

3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker, take a suitable audio

cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the computer, and

the other end to the Audio socket of the projector.

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

If you connect the projector to a High Definition TV (HDTV) tuner, the following

standards are supported:

• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input

is connected. See "Connecting Audio" on page 13 for details.

• Component Video is the only video output that delivers native 16:9 aspect ratio picture.

• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the

correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on

and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected

correctly.

•480i •480p

•576i •576p

• 720p (50/ 60 Hz) • 1080i (50/ 60 Hz)

Audio cable

A/V device

Component Video to

VGA (D-Sub) adaptor

cable

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