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 modifications 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.
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
7.
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices
(including amplifiers) 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 fit 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 specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufac-
13. Unplug this unit when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has
turer, or sold with the unit. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/unit combination to avoid injury from tipping over.
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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Compliance Information
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
Lead (Pb)0.1%< 0.1%
Mercury (Hg)0.1%< 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd)0.01%< 0.01%
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+)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 fluorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other lamps not
specifically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.
2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, fluorescent 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.
To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it becomes available, please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The ViewSonic® Wizard
CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration form, which you may mail
or fax to ViewSonic.
For Your Records
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
The lamp in this product contains mercury.
Please dispose of in accordance with local, state or federal laws.
• Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you ever to ship
your unit. For maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory.
• Accessories and components may vary by retailer and region.
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Projector Overview
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1. Control panel
2. LED indicator
3. Air inlet grille
4. Front IR remote control sensor
5. Elevation foot
6. Elevation button
7. Connection ports
8. Rear IR remote control sensor
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(7)(8) (9) (10)(2)(1)
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9. Kensington lock
10. Air outlet grille
11. Lamp cover
12. Air filter cover
13. AC power socket
14. Projection lens
15. Ceiling mount (3-M6)
Control Panel
LED indicator:
Button Function:
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(5)
(6)
1. Daylight sensor.
(1)
2. Power indicator
(2)
Refer to “LED Indicator Message” (Page 42).
(3)
3. Status indicator
Refer to “LED Indicator Message” (Page 42).
(7) (8)
(9)
(10)
(15)
« NOTE »
• This projector can be used with a ceiling mount for support. The ceiling mount is not included
in the package.
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4. Source
Manually selects an input source.
5. Lens Shift
Motorized vertical and horizontal lens
shift for positioning display image
without physically moving the unit.
6. Zoom/Focus
Motorized zoom and focus adjust.
7. Four directional buttons
Use four directional buttons to select items
or make adjustments to your selections.
8. Enter
To confirm selected menu item.
9. Power
Turn on or off the projector.
10. Menu/Exit
Opens and Exits the on-screen menu.
Introduction
Connection ports
(1)(2)(3) (4)(5)(6)(7)
(8) (9)(10) (11)
1. RS-232 terminal
When operating the projector via a computer, connect this to the controlling computer’s RS-232C port.
2. USB terminal (Service purpose)
This connector is for firmware upgrade.
3. HDMI-1 terminal
Interface for digital video.
4. HDMI-2 terminal
Interface for digital video.
5. RGB IN terminal
Connects PC input signal (analog) to this jack.
6. COMPONENT VIDEO 1 terminals
Analog/digital video interface transmits via three separate signals - Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr.
7. S-VIDEO terminal
Connects S-Video output from video equipment to this jack.
8. DC 5V terminal
9. DC 12V TRIGGER terminal
10. COMPONENT VIDEO 2 terminals
Analog/digital video interface transmits via three separate signals - Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr.
11. COMPOSITE VIDEO terminal
Connects composite video output from video equipment to this jack.
Remote Control
1. POWER
Turn on or off the projector.
2. COLOR TEMP.
Selections of color shading.
3. PICTURE MODE
One-step easy access to ViewSonic customized
presets for various viewing pleasures.
4. LENS SHIFT
Motorized vertical and horizontal lens shift for
positioning display image without physically
moving the unit.
5. ZOOM/FOCUS
Motorized zoom and focus adjust.
6. ENTER
To confirm selected menu item.
7. MENU
Opens and Exits the on-screen menu.
8. DAYLIGHT SENSOR
Enable daylight sensor to automatically adjust
the best viewing condition based on ambient
light condition.
9. PCS
Enable advanced color enhancement functions
such as flesh tone correction, edge enhance-
ment, gamma correction and 3D color manage-
ment.
10. BLACK LEVEL
Defines the brightness levels at the darkest
visual image point.
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11. HQV
Enable image enhancement functions such as advanced motion, adaptive noise reduction,
advanced film mode detection and advanced details enhancement.
12. INPUT
Manually selects an input source.
13. HDMI
Direct access to HDMI inputs. Browse through HDMI 1 and 2 inputs.
14. S-VIDEO
Direct access to S-video input.
15. COMPOSITE VIDEO
Direct access to composite video input.
16. LIGHT
To illuminate remote control key pad backlight.
17. ASPECT RATIO
Selections of screen proportion.
18. V/H KEYSTONE
Adjust image geometry distortion digitally caused by off-center placement of projector.
19. FOUR DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS
Use four directional buttons to select items or make adjustments to your selection.
20. EXIT
To Exits the on-screen menu.
21. OVERSCAN
To push data content out of the viewing area.
22. FREEZE
Freeze the current viewing image.
23. COMPONENT VIDEO
Direct access to component video inputs. Browse through component video 1 and 2 inputs.
24. PC
Direct access to PC input.
Installing the Batteries
1. Open the battery cover in the direction shown.
2. Install batteries as indicated by the diagram inside the compartment.
3. Close the battery cover into position.
« NOTE »
• Keep the batteries out of the reach of children. There is a danger of death by accidentally
swallowing the battery.
• Remove batteries from remote control when not being used for extended periods.
• Do not dispose of the used battery along with household waste. Dispose of used batteries
according to local regulations.
• Danger of explosion may occur if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace all the batteries
with new ones.
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Remote Control Operation
Point the remote control at the infrared remote sensor and press a button.
• Operating the projector from the front
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• Do not point the LED light pointer directly to the people’s eyes (especially small children). There
is a danger of injury to the eyes.
• The remote control may not operate when there is sunlight or other strong light such as a
fluorescent lamp shining on the remote sensor.
• Operate the remote control from a position where 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.
Installation
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Chapter 2: Installation
Power connection
1. Remove the projector lens cap.
2. Plug the attached power cord into the AC power socket of this projector.
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.
Grounding
terminal
1
Power cord (example)
• The power cords for use in the U.S., UK and Europe are included with this projector. Use the
appropriate one for your country.
• This projector uses the power plug of three-pin grounding type. Do not remove the grounding
pin from the power plug. If the power plug doesn’t fit your wall outlet, ask an electrician to
change the wall outlet.
• The provided power cord for the U.S. is rated at 120 V. Never connect this cord to any outlet or
power supply using other voltages or frequencies than rated. If you use a power supply using
other voltage than rated, prepare an appropriate power cord separately.
• Use 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz to prevent fire or electric shock.
• Do not place any objects on the power cord or do not place the projector near heat sources to
prevent damage to the power cord. If the power cord should be damaged, contact your dealer
for replacement because it may cause fire or electric shock.
• Do not modify or alter the power cord. If the power cord is modified or altered, it may cause fi
re or electric shock.
Power outlet
2
Caution:
• Plug in the power cord firmly. When unplugging, hold and pull the power plug, not the power cord.
• Do not plug in or out the power cord with your hand wet. It may cause electric shock.
Audio and Video Devices Connectivity Configuration
ViewSonic Pro8100 offers a full complementary video input connectivity - from the hi-tech HDMI
to the basic composite video.
There are vast possibilities of audio & video connectivity configurations user can choose from.
However the best setup combination relies on user’s equipments and using preferences.
Please seek professional advice for best matching setup. The video input type priority sequence is
listed below:
• HDMI•Component Video• S-Video• Composite Video
The illustration below shows some recommended setup configuration possibilities.
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A. Using Home Theater System as hub
This setup is recommended if a highly sophisticated home theater system is available.
This setup offers a great ease on utility for user, since settings of both audio and video can be changed without manual matching.
Pros: Eliminate audio and video source matching between projector and audio amplifier. Increase number of connecting devices. Reduce cabling to the projector.
Cons: High cost.
Installation
Set top box
Blue Ray DVD/
HD DVD player
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VCR
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Note: The illustrated home theater receiver contains HDMI out, component video out, S-Video out and composite video out. Not all home theater receiver has full complementary of video output.
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B. Using Projector as hub
This setup is recommended for low to mid range home theater system.
When changing input source, both projector and home theater system’s remote controls need to be activated.
Projector and home theater system controls can be centralizing controlled by 3rd party‘s home appliances control system (Projector is via RS232).
Please seek professional advice for best suited type of home appliances control system.
Pros: Low budget.
Cons: It is required to match audio and video sources between projector and audio amplifier manually. Masses of routing cables need to be connected to projector.
Home Theater Receiver
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SPEAKERS
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DVD
C. Connecting Cable or Satellite TV
There’s no build-in TV tuner in ViewSonic Pro8100.
It will only take direct video output (HDMI, Component Video, S-Video or Composite Video.) with cable or satellite set-top-box.
Please use by the recommended input priority order.
Please to use HDMI or Component Video connection only if cable or satellite offers HDTV signals (Check with cable or satellite TV provider.).
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Installation
D. RS232 Connection
The illustration shows the connection to a home appliances control device. ViewSonic Pro8100’s
RS232 command code table and setup protocol are listed in the Appendix section.
PC or Home Appliances
control Host
RS232 Cabel
E. 12V Screen Curtain Trigger
ViewSonic Pro8100 offers a 12V trigger control pulse upon power-on and power-off. This 12V trigger
pulse can be utilized to motor drive of a home theater’s curtain or a drop-down projection screen.
F. PC Input
ViewSonic Pro8100 can take analog PC video signal by RGB IN (Shown in the illustration below.).
RGB IN
To monitor port
RGB cable
« NOTE »
• When connecting cable, power cords of both a projector and external equipment should be
disconnected from AC outlet.
• The figure above is a sample connection. This does not mean that all of these devices can or
must be connected simultaneously.
• The cables that come with the projector may differ from the above illustration. The included
cables are based on actual shipment delivery.
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Adjusting the Projected Image
Adjusting the Projector Height
The projector is equipped with two elevation feet to adjust the image height.
To raise the image:
1. Press the elevation button.
2. Raise the image to the desired height angle, then release the button to lock the elevation foot
into position.
To lower the image:
1. Press the elevation button.
2. Lower the image, then release the button to lock the elevation feet into position.
« NOTE »
• To avoid damaging the projector, make sure that the elevation feet are fully retracted before
placing the projector in its package.
Adjusting the Projector Lens Position
1. Press the Lens Shift button.
2. Use four directional buttons to adjust the lens position.
The adjustable projection range
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Installation
Adjusting Projection Image Size
Refer to the graphic and table below to determine the screen size and projection distance.
300"
200"
120"
80"
40"
Wide: 1.25m Tele: 2.02m
Wide: 2.5m Tele: 4.04m
Wide: 3.75m Tele: 6.06m
Wide: 6.24m Tele: 10.09m
Wide: 9.36m Tele: 15.14m
Projection Screen Selection
ViewSonic Pro8100’s preset image modes are calibrated based on a no-gain, pure flat white
projection screen. For best preset performance, it is highly recommended to use a no-gain, flat
white professional projection screen. The projection screens used in most office are gain-screens.
Material used in brightness gain screen will cause decrease in viewing angle and hot-spot symptom.
Black level and contrast performances can also be altered by the gain-screen since the gain will
also boost the dark level brightness.
the contrast and black level performance.
standard factory presets, when using these types of projection screens.
Please seek professional help for adapting a specialized screen, when calibrating the projector
settings manually.
The so-called hi-contrast gray projection screen can also alter
The best viewing performance can not be brought by the
16 : 9 Screen
Screen Size
(Diagonal)
40”1.2549.22.0279.5
50”1.5661.52.5299.4
60”1.8773.73.03119.2
70”2.19 86.0 3.53139.1
80”2.50 98.3 4.04159.0
90”2.81 110.6 4.54 178.8
100”3.12122.95.05198.7
120”3.75147.56.06238.5
150”4.68 184.3 7.57 298.1
200”6.24245.8 10.09 397.4
250”7.80307.2 12.62 496.8
300”9.36368.7 15.14 596.2
Wide
Projection Distance
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Projection Distance
« NOTE »
• Position the projector in a horizontal position; other positions can cause heat build-up and
damage to the projector.
• Make sure all intake and exhaust ventilation are not blocked.
• Do not use the projector in a smoky environment. Smoke residue can cause buildup on critical
parts.
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Chapter 3: Remote Control direct access
Picture Modes
One step easy access to ViewSonic customized picture modes.
Press
on the remote control to browse through available
picture modes.
Normal: Image is presented in original content.
All special enhancement features are off.
Vivid: High contrast, richer color and detail enhancement. Attention: Extended viewing may
cause fatigue to the eyes.
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Cinema: Emphasis on enhancements of skin tone
performance and cinematic effect.
Professional: Emphasis on grayscale accuracy and
color performance.
User: Recall customized settings in user memory.
Color Temperature
Selections of color shading
Press on the remote control to browse through selections of
color temperature.
14,000K: Deep blue sky color shade.
11,000K: Light blue sky color shade.
8,500K: Balanced color shade.
6,500K: Daylight color, slightly reddish shade.
5,000K: Dusky sky alike color shade.
User: Recall customized color temperature settings
in user memory
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Remote Control direct access
PCS (Precision Color System)
PCS consists of advanced color enhancement functions such as
flesh tone correction, edge enhancement, gamma correction
and 3D color management. Preset or customized settings can be
selected in the OSD menu, PCS Settings section (page 33).
Press
ture.
on the remote control to turn on or off the PCS fea-
PCS ON.
(Color)
PCS OFF.
(B&W)
HQV
HQV (Hollywood Quality Video) consists of image enhancement
functions such as advanced motion, adaptive noise reduction, advanced film mode detection and advanced details enhancement.
User HQV settings can be defined in Advanced Operation section
(page 26).
Press on the remote control to turn on or off the HQV feature.
HQV
HQV ON.
(Green)
HQV
HQV OFF.
(Red)
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