ViewSonic PA503HD User manual

PA503HD
DLP Projector
User Guide
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 from ViewSonic®Corporation, which is also found on our web site at
http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box of our website.
Model No. VS19746
P/N: PA503HD

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Thank you for choosing ViewSonic®
As a world-leading provider of visual solutions, ViewSonic® is dedicated to
exceeding the world’s expectations for technological evolution, innovation, and
simplicity. At ViewSonic®, we believe that our products have the potential to make
a positive impact in the world, and we are confident that the ViewSonic® product
you have chosen will serve you well.
Once again, thank you for choosing ViewSonic®!

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Safety Precauons
Please read the following Safety Precauons before you start using the projector.
• Keep this user guide in a safe place for later reference.
• Read all warnings and follow all instrucons.
• Allow at least 20“ (50 cm) clearance around the projector to ensure proper
venlaon.
• Place the projector in a well-venlated area. Do not place anything on the
projector that prevents heat dissipaon.
• Do not place the projector on an uneven or unstable surface. The projector may
fall over, causing personal injury or projector malfuncon.
• Do not look straight at the projector lens during operaon. The intense light
beam may damage your eyes.
• Always open the lens shuer or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is
on.
• Do not block the projecon lens with any objects when the projector is under
operaon as this could cause objects to become heated and deformed or even
cause a re.
• The lamp becomes extremely hot during operaon. Allow the projector to
cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for
replacement.
• Do not use lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive use of lamps beyond the
rated life could cause them to break on rare occasions.
• Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic component unless the
projector is unplugged.
• Do not aempt to disassemble the projector. There are dangerous high voltages
inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts.
• When moving the projector, be careful not to drop or bump the projector on
anything.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the projector or connecon cables.
• Do not stand the projector on end vercally. Doing so may cause the projector to
fall over, causing personal injury or projector malfuncon.
• Avoid exposing the projector to direct sunlight or other sources of sustained
heat. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other devices (including ampliers) that may increase the temperature
of the projector to dangerous levels.

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• Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector
may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the
power supply and call your local service center to have the projector serviced.
• When the projector is under operaon, you may sense some heated air and odor
from its venlaon grill. It is a normal operaon and not a defect.
• Do not aempt to circumvent the safety provisions 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 and third blade are provided for your safety. If the plug does not t into
your outlet, obtain an adapter and do not aempt to force the plug into the
outlet.
• When connecng to a power outlet, DO NOT remove the grounding prong.
Please ensure grounding prongs are NEVER REMOVED.
• Protect the power cord from being treaded upon or pinched, parcularly at the
plug, and at the point where it emerges from the projector.
• In some countries, the voltage is NOT stable. This projector is designed to
operate safely within a voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC, but could fail if
power cuts or surges of ±10 volts occur. In areas where voltage may uctuate
or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power
stabilizer, surge protector, or uninterruptable power supply (UPS).
• If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is present, immediately switch
the projector o and call your dealer or ViewSonic®. It is dangerous to connue
using the projector.
• Use only aachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
• Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet if the projector is not being used
for a long period of me.
• Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
CAUTION: Possibly hazardous opcal radiaon is emied from this product. As
with any bright light source, do not stare into the beam, RG2 IEC 62471-
5:2015.

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Safety Precautions - Ceiling Mounting
Please read the following Safety Precautions before you start using the projector.
If you intend to mount the projector on the ceiling, it is strongly recommended
that you use a proper fitting projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is
securely and safely installed.
If you use an inappropriate projector ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk that the
projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use
of the wrong gauge or length screws.

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Contents
Safety Precautions....................................................... 3
Introduction ................................................................ 9
Package Contents ...................................................................................................9
Product Overview.................................................................................................10
Projector................................................................................................................ 10
Keypad................................................................................................................... 11
Indicator Lights...................................................................................................... 12
I/O Ports ................................................................................................................ 13
Remote Control..................................................................................................... 14
Initial Setup............................................................... 18
Choosing a Location - Projection Orientation.......................................................18
Projection Dimensions..........................................................................................19
Mounting the Projector........................................................................................21
Using the Security Bar ..........................................................................................21
Making Connections.................................................. 22
Connecting to Power ............................................................................................22
Connecting to External Devices............................................................................23
HDMI Connection.................................................................................................. 23
Audio Connection.................................................................................................. 24
USB Type A Connection......................................................................................... 25
RS-232 Connection ................................................................................................ 26
Using the Projector.................................................... 27
Starting Up the Projector......................................................................................27
Selecting an Input Source .....................................................................................28
Help Menu............................................................................................................. 29
Adjusting the Projected Image .............................................................................32
Adjusting the Projector’s Height and Projection Angle......................................... 32
Adjusting the Focus, Keystone, and Zoom ............................................................ 33
Shutting Down the Projector................................................................................34

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Operating the Projector............................................. 35
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu............................................................................35
Menu Navigation ..................................................................................................36
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree....................................................................37
Menu Operation ...................................................................................................43
Image Menu .......................................................................................................... 43
Display Menu......................................................................................................... 45
Setup Menu........................................................................................................... 48
Options Menu ....................................................................................................... 50
Appendix................................................................... 53
Specifications........................................................................................................53
Projector Dimensions ...........................................................................................54
Timing Chart .........................................................................................................55
HDMI 3D................................................................................................................ 56
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................57
LED Indicators........................................................................................................ 59
Maintenance.........................................................................................................60
General Precautions.............................................................................................. 60
Cleaning the Lens .................................................................................................. 60
Cleaning the Case.................................................................................................. 60
Storing the Projector............................................................................................. 60

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Regulatory and Service Information .......................... 61
Compliance Information.......................................................................................61
FCC Compliance Statement................................................................................... 61
Industry Canada Statement................................................................................... 61
CE Conformity for European Countries ................................................................. 62
Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance......................................................................... 63
Indian Restriction of Hazardous Substances ......................................................... 64
Product Disposal at End of Product Life ................................................................ 64
Copyright Information ..........................................................................................65
Customer Service .................................................................................................. 66
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................. 67
Mexico Limited Warranty...................................................................................... 70

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Introduction
Package Contents
DLP Projector
PA503HD Series
Quick Start Guide
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ViewSonic Projector
1 2 3 45
Number Descripon
1 Projector
2Remote Control
3Baeries
4Quick Start Guide
5Power Cord
NOTE: The power cord and remote control included in your package may vary
depending on your country. Please contact your local reseller for more
informaon.

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Product Overview
Projector
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5
2
3
4
610 11 7
Number Descripon
1 Vent (outlet)
2IR Receiver
3Keypad
4Focus Ring
5Vent (inlet)
6Projecon Lens
7Adjuster Foot
8Zoom Ring
9I/O Ports
10 AC IN
11 Security Lock
NOTE: Do not block projector intake and exhaust vents.

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Keypad
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Key Descripon
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Power Toggles the projector between standby mode and
Power On.
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Keystone
Manually corrects distorted images resulng from an
angled projecon when the On-Screen Display (OSD)
Menu is acvated.
tupq Navigaon
Selects the desired menu items and makes
adjustments when the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
is acvated.
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Menu/Exit
• Acvate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
• Go back to previous level in the OSD Menu.
• Exit and save menu sengs.
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE
AUTO
Source Toggle to the next input source.
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Help Displays the Help menu.
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Enter Conrm the selecon when the On-Screen Display
(OSD) Menu is acvated.
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE
AUTOAuto Automacally synchronize the projector to the input
source.

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Indicator Lights
Indicator Light Descripon
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Power indicator light
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Light source indicator light
MENU
EXIT
ENTER
SOURCE AUTO
Temperature indicator light

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I/O Ports
1 2 3 45
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Port Descripon
1 HDMI 1 HDMI port.
2 HDMI 2 HDMI port.
3USB (5V/1.5A Out)
(Service) USB Type A port for power and service.
4 RS-232 RS-232 control port.
5 AUDIO IN Audio signal input socket.
6 AUDIO OUT Audio signal output socket.
7 AC IN AC IN socket.

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Remote Control
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16
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22
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18
11
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17
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21
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8
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Buon Descripon
1AV Mute Hide and recover the screen picture and volume mute.
2Power Turns the projector On or O
3Auto Sync Automacally synchronize the projector to the input
source.
4Source Toggle to the next input source.
5Navigaon
Buons
Navigates and selects the desired menu items and
make adjustments when the On-Screen Display (OSD)
Menu is acvated.
6Enter Conrm the selecon when the On-Screen Display
(OSD) Menu is acvated.
7 Menu/Exit
• Turns the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu On or O.
• Go back to a previous OSD Menu.
• Exit and Save menu sengs.
8Brightness Displays the brightness selecon bar.
9Volume Up Increase the volume level.

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Buon Descripon
10 Keystone Manually correct distorted images.
11 Volume
Down Decrease the volume level.
12 Video Unsupported Buon
13 VGA Unsupported Buon
14 HDMI Selects the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input source.
15 Aspect Displays the format selecon bar.
16 Page Up
Operates your display soware program (on a
connected PC) which responds to page up commands
(like Microso PowerPoint).
NOTE: The PC and projector need to connect via
USB.
17 Zoom In Increase the projected image size.
18 Freeze Freeze/un-freeze the projected image.
19 Zoom Out Reduce the projected image size.
20 Page Down
Operates your display soware program (on a
connected PC) which responds to page down
commands (like Microso PowerPoint).
NOTE: The PC and projector need to connect via
USB.
21 Display Mode Displays the display mode selecon bar.
22 Mouse Mode Enable/Disable the mouse funcon.
23 Mute Mute/Unmute.
Using the Remote Control Mouse Mode and Page Up/Down Funcon
1. Connect the PC/Notebook to the projector via the HDMI and USB ports.
2. Set the input source to PC.
3. Press the Mouse Mode buon on the remote control to operate your displayed
soware program with Page Up/Down commands (like Microso PowerPoint).

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Remote Control - Receiver Range
To ensure proper funcon of the remote control follow the steps below:
1. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30° perpendicular to the
projector’s IR remote control sensor(s).
2. The distance between the remote control and the sensor(s) should not exceed 10
m (32.8 .).
NOTE: Refer to the illustraon for the locaon of the infrared (IR) remote
control sensor(s).
Approx. 30°

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Remote Control - Replacing the Baeries
1. Remove the baery cover from the boom of the remote control by pressing the
nger grip and sliding it across.
2. Remove any exisng baeries (if necessary) and install two AAA baeries.
NOTE: Observe the baery’s polaries as indicated.
3. Replace the baery cover by aligning it with the base and pushing it back into
posion.
NOTE:
• Avoid leaving the remote control and baeries in excessive heat or a humid
environment.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
baery manufacturer.
• If the baeries are drained or if you will not be using the remote control for
an extended period of me, remove the baeries to avoid damage to the
remote control.
• Dispose of the used baeries according to the manufacturer’s instrucons
and local environment regulaons for your region.

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Inial Setup
This secon provides detailed instrucons for the inial set up your projector.
Choosing a Locaon - Projecon Orientaon
Personal preference and room layout will decide the installaon locaon. Consider
the following:
• Size and position of your screen.
• Location of a suitable power outlet.
• Location and distance between the projector and other equipment.
The projector is designed to be installed in one of the following locations:
Locaon
Front Table
The projector is placed near
the oor in front of the screen.
Front Ceiling
The projector is suspended
upside-down from the ceiling
in front of the screen.
Rear Table¹
The projector is placed near
the oor behind the screen.
Rear Ceiling¹
The projector is suspended
upside-down from the ceiling
behind the screen.
¹ A rear projecon screen is required.

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Projecon Dimensions
• 16:9 Image on a 16:9 Screen
NOTE:
• (e) = Screen
(f) = Center of Lens
(a) Screen Size (b) Projecon Distance (c) Image
Height
(d) Vercal
Oset
Minimum Maximum
in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm
30 762 38.70 983 42.36 1076 14.71 374 2.35 60
40 1016 51.60 1311 56.48 1435 19.61 498 3.14 80
50 1270 64.50 1638 70.60 1793 24.51 623 3.92 100
60 1524 77.40 1966 84.72 2152 29.42 747 4.71 120
70 1778 90.30 2293 98.84 2510 34.32 872 5.49 139
80 2032 103.19 2621 112.96 2869 39.22 996 6.28 159
90 2286 116.09 2949 127.08 3228 44.12 1121 7.06 179
100 2540 128.99 3276 141.20 3586 49.03 1245 7.84 199
110 2794 141.89 3604 155.31 3945 53.93 1370 8.63 219
120 3048 154.79 3932 169.43 4304 58.83 1494 9.41 239
130 3302 167.69 4259 183.55 4662 63.73 1619 10.20 259
140 3556 180.59 4587 197.67 5021 68.64 1743 10.98 279
150 3810 193.49 4915 211.79 5380 73.54 1868 11.77 299
200 5080 257.99 6553 282.39 7173 98.05 2491 15.69 398
250 6350 322.48 8191 352.99 8966 122.57 3113 19.61 498
300 7620 386.95 9829 423.59 10759 147.08 3736 23.53 598
NOTE:
• These gures are for reference purposes only. Please refer to the actual
projector for the precise dimensions.
• It is recommended that if you intend to permanently install the projector
to physically test the projecon size and distance using the actual projector
before you permanently install it.

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• 16:9 Image on a 4:3 Screen
NOTE:
• (e) = Screen
(f) = Center of Lens
(a) Screen Size (b) Projecon Distance (c) Image
Height
(d) Vercal
Oset
Minimum Maximum
in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm
30 762 35.53 902 38.88 988 13.50 343 2.16 55
40 1016 47.36 1203 51.84 1317 18.00 457 2.88 73
50 1270 59.20 1504 64.80 1646 22.50 572 3.60 91
60 1524 71.04 1804 77.76 1975 27.00 686 4.32 110
70 1778 82.88 2105 90.72 2304 31.50 800 5.04 128
80 2032 94.72 2406 103.68 2633 36.00 914 5.76 146
90 2286 106.56 2707 116.64 2963 40.50 1029 6.48 165
100 2540 118.40 3007 129.60 3292 45.00 1143 7.20 183
110 2794 130.24 3308 142.56 3621 49.50 1257 7.92 201
120 3048 142.08 3609 155.52 3950 54.00 1372 8.64 219
130 3302 153.92 3910 168.48 4279 58.50 1486 9.36 238
140 3556 165.76 4210 181.44 4609 63.00 1600 10.08 256
150 3810 177.60 4511 194.40 4938 67.50 1715 10.80 274
200 5080 236.80 6015 259.20 6584 90.00 2286 14.40 366
250 6350 296.00 7518 324.00 8230 112.50 2858 18.00 457
300 7620 355.20 9022 388.80 9876 135.00 3429 21.60 549
NOTE:
• These gures are for reference purposes only. Please refer to the actual
projector for the precise dimensions.
• It is recommended that if you intend to permanently install the projector
to physically test the projecon size and distance using the actual projector
before you permanently install it.