Page 2 - ViewSonic; Compliance Information; FCC Statement; • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.; For Canada
PJ551D ViewSonic i 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...
Page 3 - ii; Important Safety Instructions; further instructions.
PJ551D ViewSonic ii 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 instruc...
Page 4 - iii; Declaration of RoHS Compliance; Substance; specifically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.
PJ551D ViewSonic iii 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...
Page 5 - iv; Copyright Information; Copyright; Product Registration; For Your Records
PJ551D ViewSonic iv Copyright Information Copyright © ViewSonic © Corporation, 2007. All rights reserved. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the Unit...
Page 6 - Contents
ViewSonic PJ551D Contents Introduction ...................................................................... 1 Projector Features................................................................................................... 1 Package Contents ......................................................
Page 7 - Introduction; Projector Features; Notes on the AC Power Cord
ViewSonic 1 PJ551D 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: Single chip 0.55" Texas Instruments DLP ® technology...
Page 8 - Package Contents
ViewSonic 2 PJ551D Package Contents When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these components: Projector with Lens Cap AC Power Cord VGA Cable (D-SUB to D-SUB) Remote Control (IR) User’s Manual Quick Start Guide Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will comein ...
Page 9 - Projector Overview; Front View
ViewSonic 3 PJ551D Projector Overview Front View Lens cap AC power socket Elevator button Control panel Lens cap strap Zoom ring Projection lens Focus ring Front IR remote control sensor Lamp cover Ventilation holes 1 2 4 5 6 3 7 9 10 8 11 1 7 2 8 3 9 4 10 5 11 6
Page 10 - Rear View; Bottom View
ViewSonic 4 PJ551D Rear View Connection ports Kensington lockRear IR remote control sensorVentilation holes Bottom View Elevator foot Ceiling mountTilt-adjustment foot 1 3 2 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 2 3 This projector can be used with a ceiling mount for support. The ceiling mount isnot included in the p...
Page 11 - Using the Product; Control Panel; LED
ViewSonic 5 PJ551D Using the Product Control Panel LED Button Function Lamp (Lamp LED indicator) Refer to “LED Indicator Messages”. Temp (Temperature LED indicator) Refer to “LED Indicator Messages”. Four directional buttons Use four directional buttons to select items or make adjustments to your se...
Page 12 - Connection Ports; Computer In; Video; SERVICE
ViewSonic 6 PJ551D Connection Ports Computer In Connect image input signal (analog RGB or component) to this jack. S-Video Connect S-Video output from video equipment to this jack. Video Connect composite video output from video equipment to this jack. SERVICE This connector is for firmware update. ...
Page 13 - Remote Control
ViewSonic 7 PJ551D Remote Control Power Turn the projector on or off. Four directional buttons Use four directional buttons toselect items or make adjustmentsto your selection. Menu Display or exit the on-screen displaymenus. Enter Confirm the selection. Keystone S / T Adjust image distortion caused...
Page 14 - For the first time use:
ViewSonic 8 PJ551D For the first time use: Remove the transparent insulation tape by pullingit before use. For battery change: 1. Push the catch to the right and remove the battery holder. 2. Remove the old Lithium coin cell and install new one(CR2025). Ensure that the side with the mark “+” is up. ...
Page 15 - Remote Control Operation
ViewSonic 9 PJ551D Remote Control Operation Point the remote control at the infrared remote sensor and press a button. Operating the projector fromthe front Operating the projector fromthe rear 10 15 7m 5m 5m 10 15 7m 5m 5m The remote control may not operate when there is sunlight or other str...
Page 16 - Installation; Connecting the Projector
ViewSonic 10 PJ551D Installation Connecting the Projector VGA Cable (D-Sub to D-Sub) S-Video Cable USB Cable Composite Video Cable VGA (D-Sub) to HDTV (RCA) Cable 1 4 2 5 3 Desktop type Laptop type 2 1 5 4 3 When connecting cable, power cords of both a projector and external equipment should be di...
Page 17 - Powering On/Off the Projector; Powering On the Projector:; Source; Powering Off the Projector:
ViewSonic 11 PJ551D Powering On/Off the Projector Powering On the Projector: 1. Remove the projector lens cap. 2. Complete the AC power cord and peripheral signal cable(s) connections. 3. Press button to turn on the projector. The projector takes a minute or so to warm up. 4. Turn on your source (co...
Page 18 - Adjusting the Projector; Adjusting the Projector Height
ViewSonic 12 PJ551D Adjusting the Projector Adjusting the Projector Height The projector is equipped with an elevator foot to adjust the image height.To raise or lower the image: 1. To raise or lower the image, press the elevator button and raise or lower the frontof the projector. Release the butto...
Page 19 - Adjusting Projection Image Size
ViewSonic 13 PJ551D Adjusting Projection Image Size Refer to the graphic and table below to determine the screen size and projection distance. Projection Distance (meters) Screen Size (for 4:3 aspect ratio diagonal length) Wide (inches) Tele (inches) 1.2 30.6 27.8 2 51.0 46.4 3 76.5 69.5 5 127.5 115...
Page 20 - Menu Operation
ViewSonic 14 PJ551D Menu Operation The projector has multilingual on-screen display menus that allow you to make imageadjustments and change a variety of settings. High
Page 21 - How to operate
ViewSonic 15 PJ551D How to operate 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. When OSD is displayed, use / to select any feature in the main menu. 3. After selecting the desired main menu feature, press to enter sub-menu for feature setting. 4. Adjust the settings with / . 5. Press the Menu b...
Page 24 - Maintenance; Cleaning the Lens
ViewSonic 18 PJ551D Maintenance The projector needs proper maintenance. You should keep the lens clean as dust, dirtor spots will project on the screen and diminish image quality. If any other parts needreplacing, contact your dealer or qualified service personnel. When cleaning any partof the proje...
Page 25 - Replacing the Lamp
ViewSonic 19 PJ551D Replacing the Lamp As the projector operates over time, the brightness of the projector lamp graduallydecreases and the lamp becomes more susceptible to breakage. We recommendreplacing the lamp if a warning message is displayed. Do not attempt to replace thelamp yourself. Contact...
Page 27 - Specifications
ViewSonic 21 PJ551D Specifications Display Type Single 0.55" DLP panel Resolution (Pixels) XGA (1024 × 768) Lens Manual Zoom (1.1x) Contrast Ratio 2000:1 Screen Size 27.8” – 255” Lamp 180W Input / Output Source D-Sub 15 pin, S-video, composite video, USB Video Compatibility NTSC 3.58, NTSC4.43PA...
Page 28 - Appendix; LED Indicator Messages
ViewSonic 22 PJ551D Appendix LED Indicator Messages LED Type Color Status Meaning LAMP LEDTEMP LED Green Off Flash - The projector is in standby mode. LAMP LEDTEMP LED GreenGreen Solid Flash The projector system has some problems withits fan, so the projector cannot start up. LAMP LEDTEMP LED GreenG...
Page 29 - Compatibility Modes
ViewSonic 23 PJ551D Compatibility Modes Computer: Video: Compatibility Resolution H-Sync [KHz] V-Sync [Hz] VGA 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 37.9 72.8 37.5 75.0 43.3 85.0 SVGA 800 x 600 35.2 56.3 37.9 60.3 48.1 72.2 46.9 75.0 53.7 85.1 XGA 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 56.5 70.1 60.0 75.0 68.7 85.0 SXGA 1152 x 864 64....
Page 30 - Troubleshooting; Image problems; Remote control problems
ViewSonic 24 PJ551D Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the projectorforrepairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Pleaserefer to "Indicator Messages" as well. Start-up problems If no lights turn on: Be sure t...
Page 31 - Customer Support; You will need the product serial number.; Web Site
PJ551D ViewSonic 25 Customer Support For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. Note : You will need the product serial number. Country/Region Web Site T=TelephoneF=Fax E-mail Australia/New Zealand www.viewsonic.com.au AUS=1800 880 818NZ=0800 008 822 serv...
Page 32 - Limited Warranty; VIEWSONIC; What the warranty covers:; North and South America:; Who the warranty protects:; This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.; What the warranty does not cover:; Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic’s specifications.
PJ551D ViewSonic 26 Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC ® PROJECTOR What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty p...
Page 33 - Limitation of implied warranties:; shall not be liable for:; Effect of state law:; Canada, contact ViewSonic or your local ViewSonic dealer.
PJ551D ViewSonic 27 Limitation of implied warranties: There are no warranties, express or implied, which extend beyond the description contained herein including the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic’s liability is limited to th...
Page 34 - Mexico Limited Warranty
PJ551D ViewSonic 28 Mexico Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC ® PROJECTOR What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the war...
Page 35 - Chihuahua
PJ551D ViewSonic 29 Contact Information for Sales & Authorized Service (Centro Autorizado de Servicio) within Mexico: Name, address, of manufacturer and importers: México, Av. de la Palma #8 Piso 2 Despacho 203, Corporativo Interpalmas, Col. San Fernando Huixquilucan, Estado de México Tel: (55) ...