How to restore the default settings on a projector?

1. Press the menu button on the projector or the remote control and then navigate to the Advanced Settings.   2. Select to restore factory default settings.   Note: Some models may have the reset option in a slightly different location. Please check the user guide for specific steps.

There is a pixel stuck on or off

Stuck or twinkling pixels on the projected image may be due to a defective DMD chip. These pixels can show up as bright, dark or twinkling points. They look similar to pixel defects on LCD displays. This cannot be fixed by the end user and must be sent in for service. Contact ViewSonic Customer Care to verify if your unit qualifies for warrant...

There are issues connecting an external monitor to a computer/projector

If the external monitor/ projector is not automatically detected and displaying an image, you will need to use a function key to enable or activate the function. Laptop manufacturers have different methods to activate an external monitor. Refer to the laptop's user guide/manual or the manufacturer for instructions to activate the video port for...

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...

What to do if remote control does not work properly?

  Please do the following check: Make sure there are no obstructions in the way of the IR receiver on the device. Move closer to the receiver (within 23 feet) or change the angle (within 30 degrees) to the receiver. Replace the batteries. Even if lights on the remote control are on, weak batteries may still cause the remote control to oper...

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...

Projector turns on initially but then cycles off

Projectors may shut off for a couple different reasons. If the projector over heats, check to see if there is enough ventilation for air to be circulated around the unit. Make sure fans are running and that there is no obstruction. Let it cool, clear obstructions and check fans when turning the unit back on. After market lamps may cause a...

The projector fan stays on after the unit has been turned off

On some projector models, the fan will remain on after the unit has been shut down and in standby mode. This is normal operation for any model with the network feature that had been enabled. The feature can be disabled by selecting Menu>Option>Network > Off. If the Network feature is enabled then expect the fan to remain on at a lower speed w...

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