ViewSonic PJ551 - XGA LCD Projector User manual

Super bright
ViewSonic®PJ551 Projector
Ultra-Portable XGA Projector
Step up to the PJ551 for higher brightness.
The ViewSonic PJ551 projector offers high performance in an ultra-light 5.4 pound package.
Displaying 1,500 lumens and a high contrast ratio, the PJ551 delivers vibrant, rich colors
with life-like depth, even in well-lit rooms. True 1024x768 resolution (1280x1024
maximum) produces exceptional image quality for both data and video. Short focal length
and zoom let you set up just about anywhere. For performance and value, choose the
projector that shines, the ViewSonic PJ551.
>Ideal for mobile professionals.
The PJ551 packs 1,500 lumens in just 5.4 lbs. It’s the bright choice
for the mobile professional who demands brilliant images in
virtually any setting.
>Crisp, clear, flexible presentations.
Offering HD capability, scalable to SXGA resolution, and standard
(4:3) and wide-screen (16:9) aspect ratios your images are crisp
and clear, your presentation options unlimited.
>Whisper-mode extends lamp life and reduces
noise output.
Use the whisper-mode function to reduce noise output and extend
the life of your lamp up to 4,000 hours*.
>The perfect image in any setting.
Set up quickly, anywhere. Digital keystone correction, short focal
length, and zoom function ensure the perfect size image in any
meeting environment.
>Technical Support wherever, whenever you need it.
Free industry-leading 24/7 customer support,†just in case.
>The best warranty in the business.
Feel secure knowing you’re, covered by a three-year parts and labor
limited warranty, first-year Express Exchange®and one-year lamp
warranty.**
High brightness and versatility.
ViewSonic has the
best new warranty
and service
support in the
business!
3-Year parts and
labor limited warranty
1-Year Free Express Exchange®
1-Year Lamp warranty
And we offer free 24/7†technical support for
the life of your product, just in case.

specifications
ViewSonic®PJ551 Projector
Ultra-Portable XGA Projector
For more product information, visit us on the web at ViewSonic.com
*Running Whisper-mode exclusively can extend lamp life up to 4,000 hours. **Lamp warranty available in U.S. and Canada. Subject to terms and conditions, verification and approval. Applies to manufacturers installed lamp only. All accessory lamps purchased separately are warranted for 90 days. †Excluding
major U.S. holidays. †† Adapter may be required. Analog adapter available from ViewSonic. Specifications subject to change without notice. Selection, offers and programs may vary by country. See your ViewSonic representative for complete details. Corporate names, trademarks stated herein are the property
of their respective companies. Copyright © 2004 ViewSonic Corporation. All rights reserved. [11758-00B-02/04] PJ551-1
PJ551 Distance Calculator
Image Size Throw
(Diagonal in Height Width Distance
inches) (in inches) (in inches) (in inches)
24 14.42 19.12 21.52
48 28.85 38.24 45.04
72 43.28 57.36 68.56
96 57.71 76.48 92.08
120 72.14 95.6 115.6
144 86.57 114.73 139.12
168 101 133.84 162.63
192 115.43 152.97 186.16
Accuracy of the calculations are +/- 5%.
For additional calculations visit ViewSonic.com.
Optional Accessories
Replacement lamp RLC-150-003
Wall/ceiling mount PRJ-WMK-001
Rolling hard case PRJ-HCA-001
Rolling soft case PRJ-SCA-001
Extended Express Exchange®EE-LB-02
ULTRA-PORTABLE XGA PROJECTOR
LCD Type 3-panel 0.7" TFT active matrix LCD
Resolution XGA 1024x768 compressed to 1280x1024
Pixel Format 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical
Lens Manual zoom/focus (manual x 1.2)
DISPLAY Size 30"–300" (measured diagonally)
Throw Distance 2.3'–29.5' (.7m–9m)
Lamp 150W UHB Compact, 4,000* hour rating
Brightness 1,500 lumens
Contrast Ratio 400:1
Keystone Correction ±10 degrees
Aspect Ratio 4:3, 16:9
AUDIO Speaker 1W monospeaker
INPUT SIGNAL Computer RGB analog
Video NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL 60, SECAM, 480i,
480p, 720p, 1080i
Sync Separated and composite
Frequency Fh: 15~78kHz; Fv: 56~120Hz
COMPATIBILITY PC From VGA up to SXGA
Mac®†† Up to SXGA (may require Mac adapter)
CONNECTOR RGB Input 15-pin HD, D-sub (x1)
Composite Video RCA (x1)
S-Video Mini-Din 4 pin (x1)
Component RCA (x3)
Audio In RCA (x1)
Control RS232
POWER Voltage 100–120V AC / 220–240V AC, 50–60Hz (universal)
Consumption 210W (typ), 130W (whisper-mode)
USER CONTROLS Basic Standby on/off, menu (left, right, up, down), input,
reset, mute, indicator (lamp, power, temp)
Remote Standby on/off, video, RGB, menu, position, menu select (left,
right, up, down), reset, freeze, magnify (+, -, off), volume (up,
down), mute, timer, auto, blank
OnView®Brightness, contrast, V. position, H. position, H. phase, H. size,
color balance (red), color balance (blue), aspect ratio, auto, RGB,
keystone, blank, mirror, start up, volume, menu color, timer, lan
guage, auto off, sync on green
OPERATING Temperature 32–95ºF (0–35ºC)
CONDITIONS Humidity 10–85% (non-condensing)
NOISE LEVEL Normal 42 dB (typ)
Whisper 37 dB (typ)
DIMENSIONS Physical 11.3" x 8.26" x 3.3"
289mm x 210mm x 84mm
WEIGHT Net 5.4 lbs. (2.5kgs)
Gross 13.9 lbs. (6.3 kgs)
REGULATIONS UL, FCC-B, c-UL, CE, TUV/GS, CB Report, PCT
WARRANTY Three-year limited warranty on parts and labor, first-year
Express Exchange®service, one-year
warranty on lamp.**
OTHER Soft carry case, mirror reverse image,
upside down image, digital
keystone correction
ViewSonic Corporation’s QMS & EMS have been registered to ISO 9001
& ISO 14001, respectively, by the British Standards Institution.
ViewSonic Corporation • 381 Brea Canyon Road, Walnut, CA 91789
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