Pro8600
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 in the upper right corner of our website. “Antes de operar su equipo lea cu
idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual”
Model No. VS14805
Compliance Information
FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing 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 installa-
tion. 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 interfer-
ence 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:
y Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
y
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
y Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
y 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
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
CE Conformity for European Countries
The device complies with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low Volt-
age Directive 2006/95/EC.
Following information is only for EU-member states:
The mark 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
including any spent or discarded batteries or accumulators as unsorted
municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems available.
If the batteries, accumulators and button cells included with this equipment,
display the chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery
has a heavy metal content of more than 0.0005% Mercury or more than,
0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004% Lead.
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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.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the unit in accordance with the
manufacturer’s 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 manufacturer, or sold with the unit. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/unit combination to avoid injury from
tipping over.
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 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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Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance
This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive
2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use
of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS2
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)
Mercury (Hg)
Cadmium (Cd)
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+)
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
Proposed Maximum
Concentration
0.1%
0.1%
0.01%
0.1%
0.1%
0.1%
Actual Concentration
< 0.1%
< 0.1%
< 0.01%
< 0.1%
< 0.1%
< 0.1%
Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex III
of the RoHS2 Directives as noted below:
Examples of exempted components are:
1. Mercury in cold cathode fluorescent lamps and external electrode fluorescent
lamps (CCFL and EEFL) for special purposes not exceeding (per lamp):
(1) Short length (≦500 mm): maximum 3.5 mg per lamp.
(2) Medium length (>500 mm and ≦1,500 mm): maximum 5 mg per lamp.
(3) Long length (>1,500 mm): maximum 13 mg per lamp.
2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes.
3. Lead in glass of fluorescent tubes not exceeding 0.2% by weight.
4. Lead as an alloying element in aluminium containing up to 0.4% lead by weight.
5. Copper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight.
6. Lead in high melting temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing
85% by weight or more lead).
7. Electrical and electronic components containing lead in a glass or ceramic other
than dielectric ceramic in capacitors, e.g. piezoelectronic devices, or in a glass or
ceramic matrix compound.
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Copyright Information
Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2013. All rights reserved.
Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered
trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation.
VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
DPMS and DDC are trademarks of VESA.
PS/2, VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation.
Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting
from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.
In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves
the right to change product specifications without notice. Information in this docu-
ment may change without notice.
No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means,
for any purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.
Product Registration
To fulfill possible future product needs, and to receive additional product information
as it becomes available, please visit your region section on ViewSonic’s website to
register your product online.
The ViewSonic CD also provides an opportunity for you to print the product
registration form. Upon completion, please mail or fax to a respective ViewSonic
office. To find your registration form, use the directory “:\CD\Registration”.
Registering your product will best prepare you for future customer service needs.
Please print this user guide and fill the information in the “For Your Records” section.
Your LCD displays serial number is located on the rear side of the display.
For additional information, please see the “Customer Support” section in this guide.
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
For Your Records
Pro8600
ViewSonic DLP Projector
VS14805
Pro8600_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 05-15-13
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Product disposal at end of product life
The lamp in this product contains mercury which can be dangerous to you and the
environment. Please use care and dispose of in accordance with local, state or
federal laws.
ViewSonic respects the environment and is committed to working and living green.
Thank you for being part of Smarter, Greener Computing. Please visit ViewSonic
website to learn more.
USA & Canada: http://www.viewsonic.com/company/green/recycle-program/
Europe: http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/support/recycling-information/
Taiwan: http://recycle.epa.gov.tw/recycle/index2.aspx
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Notes on the AC Power Cord
AC Power Cord must meet the requirement of countries where you use this projector.
Please confirm your AC plug type with the graphics below and ensure that the proper
AC Power Cord is used. If the supplied AC Power Cord does not match your AC out-
let, please contact your sales dealer. This projector is equipped with a grounding type
AC line plug. Please ensure that your outlet fits the plug. Do not defeat the safety pur-
pose of this grounding type plug. We highly recommend using a video source device
also equipped with a grounding type AC line plug to prevent signal interference due to
voltage fluctuations.
Ground
Ground
For Australia and
Mainland China
For the U.S.A. and
Canada
Ground
Ground
For Continental Europe
For the U.K.
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Table of contents
Introduction ........................................................................................... 1
Projector Features ................................................................................................................................. 1
Package Contents .................................................................................................................................. 2
Projector Overview ................................................................................................................................. 3
Using the Product ................................................................................. 5
Control Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Connection Ports ................................................................................................................................... 6
Remote Control ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Installing the Batteries .......................................................................................................................... 11
Remote Control Operation ................................................................................................................... 12
Connection .......................................................................................... 13
Connecting a computer or monitor ....................................................................................................... 14
Connecting Video source devices ........................................................................................................ 15
Operation ............................................................................................. 18
Powering On/Off the Projector ............................................................................................................. 18
Adjusting the Projector Height ............................................................................................................. 19
Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus ............................................................................................. 19
Adjusting Projection Image Size .......................................................................................................... 20
Locking control keys ............................................................................................................................ 21
Creating your own startup screen ........................................................................................................ 21
Setting the presentation timer .............................................................................................................. 22
Menu Operation ................................................................................................................................... 23
Controlling the projector through a LAN environment .......................................................................... 33
Controlling the projector through a web browser ................................................................................. 36
Displaying images through vsPresenter .............................................................................................. 41
Displaying pictures with a USB storage device .................................................................................... 45
Maintenance ........................................................................................ 48
Cleaning the Lens ................................................................................................................................ 48
Cleaning the Projector Housing ........................................................................................................... 48
Cleaning the Filter Cover ..................................................................................................................... 48
Replacing the Lamp ............................................................................................................................. 49
Specifications ...................................................................................... 51
Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................... 52
Ceiling mount installation ..................................................................................................................... 52
Appendix .............................................................................................. 53
LED Indicator Messages ..................................................................................................................... 53
Compatibility Modes ............................................................................................................................. 54
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 55
RS-232 Command and Configuration .................................................................................................. 56
IR Control Code ................................................................................................................................... 58
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Introduction
Projector Features
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user - friendly
design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.
The projector offers the following features:
• Single chip 0.7" Texas Instruments DLP® technology
• XGA (1024 x 768 pixels)
• Auto image re-sizing (Auto-Sync.) up to 1600 x 1200 full screen with scaling
compression compatibility for VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA
• Compatibility with Macintosh® computers
• Compatibility with NTSC, PAL, SECAM and HDTV
• D-Sub 15-pin terminal for analog video connectivity
• User-friendly, multi-language on-screen display
• Advanced electronic keystone correction
• RS-232 connector for serial control
• HDMI compatibility
• PJLinkTM compatible
• LAN Settings allowing management of projector status from a remote computer
• LAN display 4-1 (maximum 4PC/ NB display to 1 projector)
• LAN display 1-M available (1PC/ NB can display to maximum 8 projectors at the
same time)
• USB display supports computer connection via USB mini-B type to A type cable
• Support USB flash drive for JPEG presentation
• Less than 0.5 W power consumption in standby mode
Note
• The information in this manual is subject to change without notices.
• The reproduction, transfer or copy of all or any part of this document is not permitted
without express written consent.
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