Why a black border on the top/bottom or sides of the image from the projector?

Please check below:   1.Plesae refer to the user guide and adjust Aspect ratio with example below.   2. It could be the format of the movie since not all movies are formatted in 16:9. Some are formatted wider than 16:9 which will create black borders on the top and bottom of the screen.

How to solve “Out of range” when connecting PC/laptop to a projector?

Please refer to this FAQ.

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...

How to solve flickering image on projector?

  Make sure the signal cable is securely connected.           2.Try another video input source or cable or device to crosscheck.           3.Check the current resolution and refresh rate set in the graphic card or video source is            compatible with the projector. You can refer to refresh rate setting video.           How t...

How to set up dual projectors on a Windows computer?

Before connecting two projectors to your Windows PC/laptop, please ensure your system can run multiple video outputs. 1. To check your graphics card's maximum number of output signals, please refer to the graphics card manufacturer like the example below. Dedicate Graphics Card Integrate Graphics Card  2. Make sure your devi...

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.

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 mirror an iPad or an iPhone screen to a projector?

There are 2 ways to mirror from iPad, iPhone (4 or later), or iPod Touch (4th Gen or later):   1. Use an Apple original "Lightning Digital AV Adapter" or "USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter" to connect your device to a ViewSonic projector. You might encounter no signal if you don’t use APPLE original adapter.   2.If your projector is equipp...

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?

Can I change the orientation of the projector when in use?

Please refer to user guide on page "Important Safety Instructions". Some projectors may be claimed to use at a limited angle dependent on the light source, such as lamp or LED.

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