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ViewSonic® Pro8400 DLP Projector 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
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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 more than 0.0005% Mercury or more than, 0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004% Lead. ViewSonic Pro8400 i
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Install the unit in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has ViewSonic Pro8400 ii
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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 by weight and as a cooper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight. ViewSonic Pro8400 iii
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For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Pro8400 ViewSonic DLP Projector VS13647 Pro8400_UG_ENG Rev. 1A 09-16-10 Product disposal at end of product life The lamp in this product contains mercury which can be dangerous to you and the environment
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Projector Housing ..... 53 Cleaning the Filter Cover 53 Replacing the Lamp 54 Specifications 56 Dimensions 57 Ceiling mount installation 57 Appendix 58 LED Indicator Messages 58 Compatibility Modes 59 Troubleshooting 61 RS-232 Command and Configuration 62 IR Control Code 64 ViewSonic
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„ User-friendly, multi-language on-screen display „ Advanced electronic keystone correction „ RS-232 connector for serial control „ HDMI compatibility „ PJLinkTM compatible „ LAN display for network control and web server „ LAN display 4-1 (maximum 4PC/ NB display to 1 projector) „ Remote desktop
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all these components: HDMI1 HDMI2 Compo Video PC Projector with Lens Cap AC Power Cord Swap Default Remote Control (IR) & batteries ViewSonic VGA Cable (D-SUB to DSUB) Optional accessories HDMI Cable ViewSonic CD Wizard Quick Start Guide Filter cover P/N: P4R34-4600-00 RS232 cable
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Projector Carrying Case „ Contact you dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work. „ Save the original shipping handy if you ever to ship your unit. for maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory. ViewSonic Pro8400 7
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Projector Overview Front View 13 12 11 10 9 1 234 5 6 7 8 1 Lens cap 2 Elevator button 3 Elevator foot 4 Lens cap strap 5 Projection lens 6 Front IR remote control sensor 7 Ventilation holes (intake) 8 Filter cover 9 Speaker 10 Focus ring 11 Zoom ring 12 Control panel 13 Lamp cover ViewSonic
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) Bottom View 3 1 2 1 Ceiling mount holes (M4*8) 2 Tilt-adjustment feet 3 Security bar „ This projector can be used with a ceiling mount for support. The ceiling mount is not included in the package. „ Contact your dealer for information to mount the projector on a ceiling. ViewSonic Pro8400 9
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Product Control Panel 9 1 2 3 4 8 5 6 10 7 4 1 Power (Power LED indicator) Refer to "LED Indicator Messages". 2 TEMP (Temperature LED indicator) Refer to "LED Indicator Messages". 3 LAMP (Lamp LED indicator) Refer to "LED Indicator Messages". 4 Keystone/Arrow keys ( /Up, /Down) Manually
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and wireless dongle for USB display. 7 LAN For LAN display/network control and web server. 8 HDMI 1 Connect HDMI output from video equipment to this jack. 9 HDMI 2 Connect HDMI output from video equipment to this jack. 10 DC 12V Out 12V DC out 11 MIC in Microphone input jack. ViewSonic Pro8400 11
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2 Connect image input signal (analog RGB or component) to this jack. 18 Computer in 1 Connect image input signal (analog RGB or component) to this jack. ViewSonic Pro8400 12
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the projector's sound User 1 12 25 Recall the customized settings based on the current available settings. 8 Function 15 HDMI 2 User remote control's buttons. 19 ESC Leave current page or items or to close OSD. 14 Compo Display Component video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal. ViewSonic Pro8400
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by sequence. 22 Swap Swap input source in PIP or POP image. 23 Aspect Select the display aspect ratio. 24 RGBCMY Change indivial RGBCMY color (user color setting). 25 Default Restore settings to factory default. ViewSonic Pro8400 14
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in or near to fire or water, keep batteries in a dark, cool and dry place. „ If suspect battery leakage, wipe out the leakage and then replace new batteries. If the leakage adheres to your body or clothes, rinse well with water immediately. ViewSonic Pro8400 15
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the remote sensor is visible. „ Do not drop the remote control or jolt it. „ Keep the remote control out of locations with excessively high temperature or humidity. „ Do not get water on the remote control or place wet objects on it. „ Do not disassemble the remote control. ViewSonic Pro8400 16
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Contents" on page 6). They are commercially available from electronics stores. „ The connection illustrations above are for reference only. The rear connecting jacks available on the projector vary with each projector model. „ For detailed connection methods, see pages 18-21. ViewSonic Pro8400 17
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on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA cable following the instructions below: To connect the projector to a monitor: 1. Connect the projector to projector. Important „ The Monitor Out output only works when Computer in 1 or Computer in 2 is made to the projector. ViewSonic Pro8400 18
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result in a perfectly acceptable, but less than optimal result from your projector, being the least video quality of the available methods described here. See "Connecting a composite Video source device" on page 21 for how to connect the projector to a composite Video device. ViewSonic Pro8400 19
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can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an S-Video source device: 1. Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device. 2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-Video socket on the projector. ViewSonic Pro8400 20
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not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to a composite Video source device: 1. Take a Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output . See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 19 for details. ViewSonic Pro8400 21
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are connecting multiple sources to the projector simultaneously, press SOURCE on the projector to select your desired signal or press your desired signal key on the remote control. Warning „ Remove the lens cap first before powering on. „ Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage
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feet are fully retracted before placing the projector in its carrying case. Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus Zoom ring Focus ring 1. Focus the image by rotating the focus ring. A still image is recommended for focusing. 2. Adjust the image size by sliding the zoom ring. ViewSonic Pro8400 23
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cm or more between the sides of the projector. „ Do not use the projector in a smoky environment. Smoke residue may build- up on critical parts and damage the projector or its performance. „ Consult with your dealer for special installation such as suspending from a ceiling. ViewSonic Pro8400 24
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projector. Swap Default Important „ Keys on the remote control are still functional when panel key lock is enabled. „ If you press Power to turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on. ViewSonic Pro8400
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Menu Operation The projector has multilingual , User1, User2 Saturation Sharpness Tint Color Temp. Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Color Hue Saturation Gain User, LOW, MID, HIGH 0 - 100 0 - 100 0 - 100 Red, Green, Blue, Cyan in 3, HDMI Audio in 1, Audio in 2, Audio in 3, HDMI ViewSonic Pro8400 26
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Setting Auto Keystone Keystone Aspect Ratio -30 - +30 Auto, 4:3, 16:9, 16:10, ANAMORPHIC 1, ANAMORPHIC 2 Front-Table, Front-Ceiling, Rear-Table, Rear-Ceiling Filter Mode*2 High Altitude Quick Power On Quick -Right, Bottom-Right 20 - 60 0, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 ViewSonic Pro8400 27
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Filter Hours*2 Filter Hours Reset*2 Equivalent Lamp Hours Equivalent Lamp Hours Reset Factory Default Apply Yes, No projector is installed an optional filter cover. *3 The selectable Function list includes Color Mode, Gamma, Overscan, Noise Reduction, Keystone and Filter Mode. ViewSonic Pro8400
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, the screen will return to the main menu. 6. To exit OSD, Press MENU on the projector or Menu on the remote control again. The OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically save the new settings. Picture Color Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images
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in 3 will turn off automatically. Microphone Volume Adjust the microphone's volume level. Speaker Volume Adjust the projector's volume level. Mute Cut off the sound temporarily. Setting Auto Keystone Automatically correct distorted images resulting from an angled projection. ViewSonic Pro8400 30
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projector lamp light output which will lower power consumption and increase lamp life. „ This function will be unavailable when the DCR function is on. Filter Mode Use this function to activate filter mode after the projector is installed an optional filter cover. High Altitude ViewSonic Pro8400
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resume to normal contrast performance. DCR will impact lamp life and system noise performance. „ Test Pattern: Display embedded test pattern. Display Type Allow user to select PIP (Picture in Picture) screen, POP (Picture on Picture) screen or disable PIP/POP function. Swap ViewSonic Pro8400 32
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want to display the projector's SSID. „ Connection Mode: Methods for connecting to wireless networks with Wi-Fi enabled devices. „ AP: The projector is cabled to the wired network to allow other wireless clients access to. The projector also supports a network control or web ViewSonic Pro8400 33
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"No", that means user will set IP address by manually. „ IP Address: Numerical address to identify networked computers. This function can only be used when DHCP is set to No. „ The IP Address is the number that identifies this projector Control Lamp Hours ViewSonic Pro8400 34
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Display the lamp's elapsed operating time (in hours). Equivalent Lamp Hours Reset Reset the lamp Hour to 0 hours. Factory Default Restore settings to factory default. Language Select the language used by the on-screen menu. ViewSonic Pro8400 35
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sure the Status is Connect. 5. Press to highlight DHCP and press / to select On. 6. Press to highlight Apply and press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control. 7. Please wait for around 15 - 20 seconds, and then re-enter the Wired LAN page. The IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway
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. If you do not want to save the settings, press MENU/EXIT on the projector 7. or Menu on the remote control. 8. Press to highlight Apply and press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control. Important „ If the RJ45 cables are not properly connected, the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default
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, you have to plug a ViewSonic wireless dongle (optional) to the USB Type A connector on the projector, and then only a few OSD configuration steps are required. 1. Make sure the projector is turned on. 2. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Menu on the remote control and then press / until the
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to control the projector. Important „ If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer, make sure it is version 7.0 or higher. „ The screenshots in this manual are achieve best performance, download the install mirror display driver. 6. To download USB LAN driver, click Download. ViewSonic Pro8400 39
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: Provides wired and wireless network settings. „ Presenter Setup: Allows you to change Admin and User passwords for web control. „ Reset to Default: Allows you to restore the device to the factory default settings. „ Reboot System: Allows you to reboot the device immediately. ViewSonic Pro8400 40
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settings. „ The source list varies according to the connectors available on the projector. „ When you use the projector control panel or remote control to change the OSD menu settings, it may take a while for the web browser to synchronize these changes with the projector. ViewSonic Pro8400 41
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you to manage the projector, configure the LAN control settings and secure access of remote network operation on this projector. iv vi viii v vii ix x iv. This section is only used with the Crestron Control System. Please contact Creston or refer to its user manual for setup information
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Length Maximum Number of Characters Crestron Control IP Address 15 IP ID 2 Port 5 Projector Projector Name 10 Location 9 Assigned To 15 User Password Enabled (N/A) New Password 20 Confirm 2 Admin Password Enabled (N/A) New Password 20 Confirm 20 ViewSonic Pro8400 43
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the information and status of this projector. Press Exit to go back to the remote network operation page. After pressing the administrators/users who connect to the same local area network. For more information, visit http://www.crestron.com & www.crestron.com/getroomview. ViewSonic Pro8400 44
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to list all the projectors on the same local area network. Click the desired projectors in the Search result list, and click Connect directly. You can also type a desired projector name and click Search. iii. You can link to the ViewSonic webpage control system on page 39. ViewSonic Pro8400 45
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can choose a capture mode from here. i ii iii i. To display a full screen, click FullScreen. ii. To display a partial screen, click FixedSize. A square appears on your screen. You can place it where you want to project. iii. If you wish to change the square, click Alterable. ViewSonic Pro8400 46
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click Apply to make changes take effect. iii. User can use the mirror driver for presenter capture image, if the system has installed the mirror driver. iv. To allow notification messages to appear, click Yes. Click Apply. v. The Software Information is available on this page. ViewSonic Pro8400 47
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. ii. To adjust the capture rate, move the slide bar. The network bandwidth may also affect the performance. iii. Network port setting for fixed or manual type. ViewSonic Pro8400 48
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the user type. iii. Disconnect allows you to disconnect the projector from network. iv. Access device via webpage allows you to access ViewSonic webpage con- trol system. v. View device status displays device setting information and allows you to enter conference control mode. ViewSonic Pro8400 49
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computer to be connected and transfer the desktop content to the network projector. 7. Disconnect allows you to disconnect from the projector(s) by clicking the Disconnect icon. Important „ Be sure to turn off other virtual network control programs before using pwPresenter. ViewSonic Pro8400 50
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press Enter to display the operation user interface. Use / to select the desired item and adjust the settings with / . To confirm the selection press Enter. The following buttons are supported in the user interface. „ Next: Display next page. „ Previous: Display previous page. ViewSonic Pro8400 51
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information of the image or not. „ File Name On/File Name Off: Display the file name or not. The projector supports the following image formats: „ JPEG (JPG) „ Bitmap (BMP) „ Portable Network Graphic (PNG) „ Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) „ Tagged Image File Format (TIFF) ViewSonic Pro8400 52
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quality. If any other parts need replacing, contact your dealer or qualified service personnel. When cleaning any part of the projector, always switch off and unplug the projector first. Warning Never open any of the use chemical sprays. „ Use a soft cloth or lens paper only. ViewSonic Pro8400 53
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the lamp bursts, the mercury inside the lamp will be exposed. Leave the area immediately if the lamp shatters while being operated and ventilate the area for at least 30 minutes in order to avoid the inhalation of mercury fumes. Otherwise it could be harmful to user's health. ViewSonic Pro8400 54
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of glass, do not drop the unit and do not scratch the glass. „ Do not reuse the old lamp. This could cause the lamp to explode. „ Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord before replacing the lamp. „ Do not use the projector with the lamp cover removed. ViewSonic Pro8400 55
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mm Mic input x1, USB A type x1 (supports firmware update, USB flash drive display and wireless dongle for USB display), USB mini-B type x1 (supports USB display) Output terminal D-Sub 15 pin x 1, Audio signal output (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) x 1 Control terminal RS-232 x 1, 12-Vdc trigger
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Dimensions 334.6 mm (W) x 264.5 mm (D) x 109.5 mm (H) 264.5 334.6 64.5 109.5 84.9 Ceiling mount installation 227 174 103 Ceiling mount screws: M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm) Unit: mm ViewSonic Pro8400 57
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lamp will turn off. The fan motor is cooling the lamp. The lamp ignition failied. If temperature is too high, the fans will cool the lamp. The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shut down again. ViewSonic Pro8400 58
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50 56 60 72 75 85 50 60 70 75 60 75 60 67 75 75 60 50 59.94 50 60 50 60 50 ViewSonic Pro8400 59
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Video: Compatibility 1080p 1080p 1080i 1080i 720p 720p 576p 576i 480p 480i Resolution 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 720 x 576 720 H-Sync [KHz] 67.5 56.3 33.8 28.1 45 37.5 31.3 15.6 31.5 15.8 V-Sync [Hz] 60 50 60 50 60 50 50 50 60 60 ViewSonic Pro8400 60
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on the front of the projector. Use the remote control within the effective range. „ Aim the remote control at the screen or at the front or back of the projector. „ Move the remote control so it is more directly in front of or behind the projector and not as far to the side. ViewSonic Pro8400 61
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D9,48,00,00,00,00,00 KEYSTONE INC BE,EF,02,06,00,40,D8,49,00,00,00,00,00 KEYSTONE DEC BE,EF,02,06,00,73 LAMP HOURS RESET BE,EF,02,06,00,15,D8,4C,00,00,00,00,00 FILTER HOURS RESET BE,EF,02,06,00,C4,D9,4D,00,00,00,00,00 Projector status BE,EF,02,06,00,F7,D9,4E,00,00,00,00,00 ViewSonic Pro8400
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D-Sub 9 pin 1 1 CD 2 RXD 3 TXD 4 DTR 5 GND 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RI Wire List C1 COLOR 1 Black 2 Brown 3 Red 4 Orange 5 Yellow 6 Green 7 Blue 8 Purple 9 White SHELL DW C2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SHELL ViewSonic Pro8400 63
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IR Control Code System Code: 83F4 Format : NEC HDMI1 HDMI2 Compo Video PC Swap Default 87 6D 6E 6F 67 08 82 83 8C 81 85 84 8D 0A 01 62 04 09 0B 03 06 8E 63 8F 05 ViewSonic Pro8400 64
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ap.viewsonic.com United Kingdom www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/ www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/ support/call-desk/ [email protected] United States www.viewsonic.com T (Toll-Free)= 1-800-688-6688 T (Toll)= 1-424-233-2530 [email protected] F= 1-909-468-3757 ViewSonic Pro8400 65
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ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement ViewSonic. e. Any damage of the product due to shipment. f. Removal or installation of the product. g. Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure. ViewSonic Pro8400
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Excluded) is subject to the terms and conditions of the Maintenance Guarantee Card. For users in Europe and Russia, full details of warranty provided can be found in www.viewsoniceurope. com under Support/Warranty Information. 4.3: Projector Warranty ViewSonic Pro8400 PRJ_LW01 Rev. 1h 06-25-07 67
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for an extended period of time. 4. Removal, installation, insurance, and set-up service charges. How to get service: For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer Support (Please refer to the attached Customer Support page). You will need to provide your
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(Grupo Sesicomp) Global Product Services Progreso #6-A, Colo Centro Mar Mail. [email protected] Tijuana: FOR USA SUPPORT: STD ViewSonic Corporation Av Ferrocarril Sonora #3780 L-C 381 viewsonic.com 4.3: ViewSonic Mexico Limited Warranty PRJ_LW03 Rev. 1A 06-25-07 ViewSonic Pro8400 69
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Section	Page
VPD-W6002_ENG.pdf	7
Projector Features	7
Package Contents	8
Projector with Lens Cap	8
AC Power Cord	8
Projector Overview	10
Front View	10
Rear View	11
Bottom View	11
Using the Product	12
Control Panel	12
Connection Ports	13
Remote Control	15
Installing the Batteries	17
1. Open the battery cover in the direction shown.	17
2. Install batteries as indicated by the diagram inside the compartment.	17
3. Close the battery cover into position.	17
Remote Control Operation	18
Connection	19
1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.	19
2. Use the correct signal cables for each source.	19
3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted.	19
Connecting a computer or monitor	20
Connecting a computer	20
1. Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the computer.	20
2. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the Computer in 1 or Computer in 2 signal input socket on the projector.	20
Connecting a monitor	20
1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in “Connecting a computer” on page 18.	20
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.	20
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the Monitor Out socket on the projector.	20
Connecting Video source devices	21
Connecting a Component Video source device	22
1. Take a VGA (D-Sub) to HDTV (RCA) cable, Component Video cable or a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor and connect the end...	22
2. If you are using the VGA (D-Sub) to HDTV (RCA) cable and the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor, connect the other end of...	22
Connecting an S-Video source device	22
1. Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device.	22
2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-Video socket on the projector.	22
Connecting a composite Video source device	23
1. Take a Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video source device.	23
2. Connect the other end of the Video cable to the Video socket on the projector.	23
Operation	24
Powering On/Off the Projector	24
Powering On the Projector:	24
1. Remove the projector lens cap.	24
2. Complete the AC power cord and peripheral signal cable(s) connections.	24
3. Press to turn on the projector. The projector takes a minute or so to warm up.	24
4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, DVD, etc.). The projector automatically detects your source.	24
Powering Off the Projector:	24
1. Press to turn off the projector lamp. You will see a message \	24
2. Press again to confirm.	24
3. Disconnect the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.	24
4. Do not turn on the projector right after power off.	24
Adjusting the Projector Height	25
1. To raise or lower the image, press the elevator button and raise or lower the front of the projector. Release the button to lock the adjustment.	25
2. To level the image on the screen, turn the tilt-adjustment feet to fine-tune the height.	25
Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus	25
1. Focus the image by rotating the focus ring. A still image is recommended for focusing.	25
2. Adjust the image size by sliding the zoom ring.	25
Adjusting Projection Image Size	26
Locking control keys	27
1. Press on the projector or remote control.	27
2. A confirmation message is displayed. Select Yes to confirm.	27
Menu Operation	28
How to operate	31
1. Press MENU on the projector or Menu on the remote control to open the OSD menu.	31
2. When OSD is displayed, use p / q to select any feature in the main menu.	31
3. After selecting the desired main menu item, press u to enter sub-menu for feature setting.	31
4. Use p / q to select the desired item and adjust the settings with t / u.	31
5. Press MENU on the projector or Menu on the remote control, the screen will return to the main menu.	31
6. To exit OSD, Press MENU on the projector or Menu on the remote control again. The OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically save the new settings.	31
Controlling the projector through a LAN environment	38
Wired connection	38
1. Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the RJ45 LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port on your Ethernet or router.	38
2. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Menu on the remote control and then press / until the NetWork menu is highlighted.	38
3. Highlight Wired LAN and press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control.	38
4. Make sure the Status is Connect.	38
5. Press to highlight DHCP and press / to select On.	38
6. Press to highlight Apply and press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control.	38
7. Please wait for around 15 - 20 seconds, and then re-enter the Wired LAN page. The IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS settings will be displayed. Note down the IP address displayed in the IP Address row.	38
1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.	38
2. Press to highlight DHCP and press / to select Off.	38
3. Contact your ITS administrator for information on the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS settings.	38
4. Press to select the item you want to modify and press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control.	39
5. Press / to move the cursor and the enter the value.	39
6. To save the settings, press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control. If you do not want to save the settings, press MENU/EXIT on the projector	39
7. or Menu on the remote control.	39
8. Press to highlight Apply and press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control.	39
Wireless connection	40
1. Make sure the projector is turned on.	40
2. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or Menu on the remote control and then press / until the NetWork menu is highlighted.	40
3. Highlight Wireless LAN and press ENTER on the projector or Enter on the remote control.	40
4. Make sure the Status is Connect.	40
5. Make sure the SSID information is displayed.	40
6. Press to highlight Connection Mode and press / to select AP or Infrastructure. In AP mode, you need to use your computer’s wi...	40
Controlling the projector through a web browser	41
1. Enter the address of the projector in the address bar of your browser and press Enter.	41
2. The main page of the ViewSonic webpage control system appears.	41
3. To change the language for the web pages, click the down arrow to reveal a drop down list and select a desired language.	41
4. To download pwPresenter, click Download. See “Displaying images through pwPresenter” on page 45 for details.	41
5. To achieve best performance, download the install mirror display driver.	41
6. To download USB LAN driver, click Download.	41
7. To have access to the Admin page, you need to enter a password. The default password is “0000”.	42
8. The Crestron (eControl) page displays the Crestron eControl user interface. The eControl page provides a variety of virtual keys to control the projector or adjust the projected pictures.	43
Displaying images through pwPresenter	47
Downloading and installing pwPresenter	47
1. Enter the main page of Network Control. See steps 1-2 on page 39 for details.	47
2. Download pwPresenter.	47
3. When the download is complete, install the software to your computer by clicking the exe file. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.	47
4. Launch pwPresenter.	47
Using pwPresenter	47
1. The Search page allows you to search and connect to a projector.	47
2. The Capture screen allows you to start or pause capture screen.	48
3. You can choose a capture mode from here.	48
4. The Basic Setting page allows you to configure pwPresenter.	49
5. The Advanced Setting page allows you to configure pwPresenter.	50
6. Network Display Management displays the Device Management and pwPresenter Management information.	51
7. Disconnect allows you to disconnect from the projector(s) by clicking the Disconnect icon.	52
Displaying pictures with a USB storage device	53
1. Take a USB cable and connect the larger end to the USB A socket on the projector, and smaller end to the USB port of the device. If you are using a USB flash drive, connect it directly to the USB A socket.	53
2. The projector automatically display the thumbnails. Or your can manually select USB Reader from the source selection bar.	53
3. The ImageView main screen is displayed and ready to use. The main screen is displayed in Thumbnail Display Mode which shows the following four parts:	53
4. Use the four directional buttons or page up/down button to move between pages/ folders. To Press and hold Menu and then press...	53
Maintenance	55
Cleaning the Lens	55
Cleaning the Projector Housing	55
Cleaning the Filter Cover	55
1. Switch the projector off and unplug the AC power cord from the wall socket.	55
2. Remove the filter cover as the illustration shown.	55
3. Clean the filter cover.	55
4. Replace the filter cover.	55
5. Attach the filter cover.	55
6. Plug the power back into the projector.	55
Replacing the Lamp	56
1. Turn off the projector.	57
2. If the projector is installed in a ceiling mount, remove it	57
3. Unplug the power cord.	57
4. Loosen the screw in the side of the lamp cover and remove the cover.	57
5. Remove the screws from the lamp module, raise the handle, and lift out the module.	57
6. Insert the new lamp module into the projector and tighten the screws.	57
7. Replace the lamp cover and tighten the screw.	57
8. Turn on the projector. If the lamp does not turn on after the warm-up period, try reinstalling the lamp.	57
9. Reset the lamp hour. Refer to the “Information” menu.	57
Specifications	58
Dimensions	59
Ceiling mount installation	59
Appendix	60
LED Indicator Messages	60
Compatibility Modes	61
Computer:	61
Video:	62
Troubleshooting	63
Start-up problems	63
Image problems	63
RS-232 Command and Configuration	64