ViewSonic PA503SP User Manual

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CAUTION
Remember to set Filter Mode to Off in the ADVANCED > Filter Settings menu when using the
projector with the dust filter removed. Setting Filter Mode to Off does not reset the filter timer.
The timer will continue counting the next time you fit the filter back on and set Filter Mode to
On.
Lamp information
Getting to know the lamp hour
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically
calculated by the built-in timer.
To obtain the lamp hour information:
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the ADVANCED > Lamp Settings menu.
2. Press Enter and the Lamp Settings page is displayed.
3. You will see the Lamp Hours information on the menu.
4. To leave the menu, press Exit.
Extending lamp life
The projection lamp is a consumable item. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you
can do the following settings via the OSD menu.
Setting Lamp Mode
Setting the projector in Eco/Dynamic Eco/SuperEco mode reduces system noise, power
consumption and extends the lamp operation life.
It is not recommended that you use SuperEco mode for a long time.
To set the lamp mode, go to the ADVANCED > Lamp Settings > Lamp Mode menu and
press / to select. Or you can press Eco Mode on the remote control to select.
Setting Auto Power Off
This function allows the projector to turn off automatically after a set period of time once no
input source is detected to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the POWER MANAGEMENT > Smart Energy
menu.
2. Press Enter and the Smart Energy page is displayed.
3. Highlight Auto Power Off and press / .
4. If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your need, select Disable. The projector
will not automatically shut down in a certain time period.
Lamp mode Description
Normal Provides full lamp brightness.
Eco
Reduces lamp power consumption by 30% and lowers brightness to
extend the lamp life and decreases the fan noise.
Dynamic Eco
Reduces lamp power consumption by up to 70% depending on the
content brightness level.
SuperEco
Reduces lamp power consumption by 70% and lowers brightness to
extend the lamp life and decreases the fan noise.

ViewSonic PA503SP Specifications

General

Type	lamp
Color	white
Display	dlp
White Brightness	3500 lumens
Resolution	600p
Native Resolution	800 x 600
Contrast Ratio	22000:1
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Throw Ratio Range	1.96 - 2.15:1
3D	yes
Minimum Screen Size	29.9 inches
Maximum Screen Size	300 inches
Focus Adjustment	manual
HDMI Ports	1
RS-232 Port	1
Video Input	vga, composite video, hdmi
Inputs	mini-usb, hdmi, vga, composite video, rca, 3.5mm audio
Remote Control	yes
OS Compatibility	mac, windows

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	8.6 inches
Height	4.3 inches
Width	11.6 inches
Net Weight	4.9 pounds