Projector Glossary

NOTE: Some terms may not be applicable to your device.

A

Aspect Ratio

Refers to the ratio of the image width to the image height.

B

Brightest Mode

Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is ideal for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in well lit rooms.

Brightness

Adjusts background black levels of the screen image.

C

CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)

Synchronizes power on/off operation via HDMI connection. That is, if a device that also supports CEC function is connected to the HDMI input of the projector, when the projector’s power is turned off, the power of the connected device will also be turned off automatically. When the power of the connected device is turned on, the projector’s power will be turned on automatically.

Color

Adjusts the color saturation.

Color Temperature

Allows users to select specific color temperature settings to further customize their viewing experience.

Contrast

Adjusts the difference between the image background (black level) and the foreground (white level).

F

Focus

Manually improve the clarity of the projected image.

H

HDMI

Audio/Video interface used to transmit video and audio via a single cable.

I

Information

Displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in the computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic® website URL. See your graphics cards’s user guide for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency).

L

Light Source Level

Use Normal or Eco mode to adjust the brightness level and power consumption.

M

Movie Mode

A Picture Mode appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras, or DVs through the PC input. Best for a low light environment.

S

Sharpness

Adjusts the picture quality of the monitor.