Page 2 - ViewSonic; Compliance Information; FCC Statement; • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.; For Canada
PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 inte...
Page 3 - ii; Important Safety Instructions; further instructions.
ViewSonic ii PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 fo...
Page 4 - iii; Declaration of RoHS Compliance; Substance; specifically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.
PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 (Ro...
Page 5 - iv; Copyright Information; Copyright; Product Registration; For Your Records
ViewSonic iv PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 Corpor...
Page 6 - CONTENTS
CONTENTS ViewSonic PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC Introduction ................................................................................... 1 Projector Features........................................................................................................ 1Package Contents ....................
Page 7 - Introduction; Projector Features
ViewSonic 1 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC Introduction Projector Features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user - friendlydesign to deliver high reliability and ease of use.The projector offers the following features: Single chip 0.55" Texas Instruments DLP ®...
Page 8 - Package Contents
ViewSonic 2 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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) Composite Video Cable S-Video Cable Remote Control (IR) AAA size batteries for remote control User’s Manual Qu...
Page 9 - Projector Overview; Front View
ViewSonic 3 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC Projector Overview Front View Lens cap AC power socket Elevator button Speaker Lens cap strap Control panel Projection lens Zoom ring Front IR remote control sensor Focus ring Ventilation holes Lamp cover Air filter cover 1 2 4 5 6 7 3 8 9 11 12 10 9 1 8 2 9 3 10 ...
Page 10 - Rear View; Bottom View
ViewSonic 4 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 is not...
Page 11 - Using the Product; Control Panel; LED
ViewSonic 5 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 adjus...
Page 12 - Connection Ports
ViewSonic 6 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC Connection Ports Audio Out Connect to a speaker or other audio input equipment. Computer Out Connect to a computer display, etc. Audio In Connect an audio output from video equipment to this jack. Computer In Connect image input signal (analog RGB or component) to...
Page 13 - Remote Control
ViewSonic 7 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC Remote Control Power Turn the projector on or off. Four directional buttons Use four directional buttons to select items or make adjustments to your selection. MENU Display or exit the on-screen display menus. Laser Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and ...
Page 14 - Installing the Batteries
ViewSonic 8 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC Installing the Batteries 1. Open the battery cover in the direction shown. 2. Install batteries as indicated by the diagramInside the compartment. 3. Close the battery cover into position. Keep the batteries out of the reach of children. There is a danger of dea...
Page 15 - Remote Control Operation
ViewSonic 9 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 Frezze Page down Page up True color Source Laser Enter 10 15 7m 5m 5m ...
Page 16 - Installation; Connecting the Projector
ViewSonic 10 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC Installation Connecting the Projector VGA Cable (D-Sub to D-Sub) VGA (D-Sub) to HDTV (RCA) Cable Audio Cable S-Video Cable RS-232 Cable Composite Video Cable USB Cable 1 5 2 6 3 7 4 Desktop type Laptop type 4 1 1 1 2 7 3 6 5 2 5 When connecting cable, power cor...
Page 17 - Powering On/Off the Projector; Powering On the Projector:; Source; Powering Off the Projector:
ViewSonic 11 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 o...
Page 18 - Adjusting the Projector; Adjusting the Projector Height
ViewSonic 12 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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. R...
Page 19 - Adjusting Projection Image Size
ViewSonic 13 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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...
Page 20 - Menu Operation
ViewSonic 14 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC How to operate 1. Press the Menu button on the control panel or the MENU button on the remote control to open the OSD menu. 2. When OSD is displayed, use S / T to select any feature in the main menu. 3. After selecting the desired main menu feature, press X to en...
Page 24 - Maintenance; Cleaning the Lens
ViewSonic 18 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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...
Page 25 - Replacing the Lamp
ViewSonic 19 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 ...
Page 27 - Specifications
ViewSonic 21 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 PJ557DC: 180W; PJ559DC: 200W; PJ560DC: 280W Input / Output Source D-Sub 15 pin, S-video, compos...
Page 28 - Appendix; LED Indicator Messages
ViewSonic 22 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 L...
Page 29 - Compatibility Modes
ViewSonic 23 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 SX...
Page 30 - Troubleshooting; Image problems; Remote control problems
ViewSonic 24 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 tur...
Page 31 - Customer Support; You will need the product serial number.; Web Site
PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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=...
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.
ViewSonic 26 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 duri...
Page 33 - Limitation of implied warranties:; shall not be liable for:; Effect of state law:; Canada, contact ViewSonic or your local ViewSonic dealer.
PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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...
Page 34 - Mexico Limited Warranty
ViewSonic 28 PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 workmansh...
Page 35 - Chihuahua
PJ557DC/PJ559DC/PJ560DC 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 ...
