Want to know about supported picture, video and audio formats

Each product has its own list of compatible video, audio and image formats. The best way to know what file type is specifically supported by your product is to look in the user guide for your particular model.

Noisy Fan

If a fan begins to make a rumbling noise this may indicate a problem with the fan. Fans are essential to maintain optimal operating efficiency of the projector; so it is strongly recommended that the unit be sent in for service to replace the fan. If it seems like there is something hitting the fan blades it could mean that there is an obstru...

How do I connect external speaker(s) to my projector?

1.Wired connection:   1.1 via 3.5mm audio out:       If the projector is equipped with a 3.5 mm audio out mini jack, usually it is  green and marked as          Audio Out. Please connect a 3.5 mm audio cable between speaker and projector for audio output        purpose.     1.2 via S/PDIF:        If the model is equipped with S/PDIF por...

How to make the screen fit my projector's display area?

Please refer to this FAQ:   How to solve the overscan problem with my monitor?

How to download the latest drivers for my projector

Option 1: Download from the ViewSonic Website Go to http://www.viewsonic.com/us/downloads_section/ Enter the Product Name, Product series and model number. Select the driver based on the operating system of your computer. Once the file downloads, double-click to open and start the installation. If you select Save, double-click on the downl...

How to play 3D content from Blu-Ray player to projectors?

1. Here are the hardware requirements to play 3D content below.     a. 3D ready projector     b. 3D Blu-Ray player     c. 3D content     d. Active 3D glasses 144Hz     e. HDMI Premium Certificate cable   2. Here is the playback process below.       a. Connect the 3D Blu-Ray player to the 3D capable projector via HDMI cable.       b. T...

How to reset lamp timer

After replacing the Projector Lamp, resetting the lamp timer is highly recommended to help keep track of how long the lamp has been on. The Lamp Timer will also let you know when the lamp needs to be replaced. The Lamp timer can be found in the projector Menu. The specific location of the timer can be found in different locations depending ...

What to do if there is spot on the projected image?

1.If spot is only visible when projected image in defocus, it would not impact usage.   2.If spot is visible when projected image in focus, please contact ViewSonic Service center for help.

The image is out of focus

Make sure that you have set it to its native resolution. Check the user guide to determine what the native resolution of the display is and set it to the native resolution if  the video source that is being used can support it. Digital signals (HDMI, DisplayPort) normally produce sharper images. If you are using a VGA or analog signal try to s...

How to change the projector image orientation

1. To change the image orientation on the projector, check the projector remote for a button that says “My Button” and press it to change image orientation. This button is customizable but by default it will be set to change the image orientation. 2. Open the projector Menu and go to System Setting: Basic> Projector Position and choose one ...

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