LS740HD Initial Setup
From ViewSonic Documentation
Choosing a Location - Projector Orientation
Personal preference and room layout will decide the installation location. Consider the following:
- Size and position of your screen.
- Location of a suitable power outlet.
- Location and distance between the projector and other equipment.
The projector is designed to be installed in one of the following locations:
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Desk Front
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Ceiling Front
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Desk Rear
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Ceiling Rear
| Location | Description |
|---|---|
| Desk Front | The projector is placed near the floor in front of the screen. |
| Ceiling Front | The projector is suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen. |
| Desk Rear[1] | The projector is placed near the floor behind the screen. |
| Ceiling Rear[1] | The projector is suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen. |
Projection Dimensions
16:9 Image on a 16:9 Screen
- NOTE: (e) = Screen | (f) = Center of Lens
| (a) Screen Size | (b) Projection Distance | (c) Image Height | (d) Vertical Offset | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| min. | max. | ||||||||
| in. | mm | in. | mm | in. | mm | in. | mm | in. | mm |
| 30 | 762 | 29.55 | 750 | 38.44 | 976 | 14.71 | 374 | 2.35 | 60 |
| 40 | 1016 | 39.40 | 1001 | 51.25 | 1302 | 19.61 | 498 | 3.14 | 80 |
| 50 | 1270 | 49.24 | 1251 | 64.06 | 1627 | 24.51 | 623 | 3.92 | 100 |
| 60 | 1524 | 59.09 | 1501 | 76.87 | 1953 | 29.42 | 747 | 4.71 | 120 |
| 70 | 1778 | 68.94 | 1751 | 89.69 | 2278 | 34.32 | 872 | 5.49 | 139 |
| 80 | 2032 | 78.79 | 2001 | 102.50 | 2603 | 39.22 | 996 | 6.28 | 159 |
| 90 | 2286 | 88.64 | 2251 | 115.31 | 2929 | 44.12 | 1121 | 7.06 | 179 |
| 100 | 2540 | 98.49 | 2502 | 128.12 | 3254 | 49.03 | 1245 | 7.84 | 199 |
| 110 | 2794 | 108.34 | 2752 | 140.93 | 3580 | 53.93 | 1370 | 8.63 | 219 |
| 120 | 3048 | 118.19 | 3002 | 153.75 | 3905 | 58.83 | 1494 | 9.41 | 239 |
| 130 | 3302 | 128.03 | 3252 | 166.56 | 4231 | 63.73 | 1619 | 10.20 | 259 |
| 140 | 3556 | 137.88 | 3502 | 179.37 | 4556 | 68.64 | 1743 | 10.98 | 279 |
| 150 | 3810 | 147.73 | 3752 | 192.18 | 4881 | 73.54 | 1868 | 11.77 | 299 |
| 200 | 5080 | 196.98 | 5003 | 256.24 | 6509 | 98.05 | 2491 | 15.69 | 398 |
| 250 | 6350 | 246.22 | 6254 | 320.30 | 8136 | 122.57 | 3113 | 19.61 | 498 |
| 300 | 7620 | 295.46 | 7505 | 384.36 | 9763 | 147.08 | 3736 | 23.53 | 598 |
- NOTE:
- These figures are for reference purposes only. Please refer to the actual projector for the precise dimensions.
- It is recommended that if you intend to permanently install the projector to physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it.
16:9 Image on a 4:3 Screen
- NOTE: (e) = Screen | (f) = Center of Lens
| (a) Screen Size | (b) Projection Distance | (c) Image Height | (d) Vertical Offset | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| min. | max. | ||||||||
| in. | mm | in. | mm | in. | mm | in. | mm | in. | mm |
| 30 | 762 | ||||||||
| 40 | 1016 | ||||||||
| 50 | 1270 | ||||||||
| 60 | 1524 | ||||||||
| 70 | 1778 | ||||||||
| 80 | 2032 | ||||||||
| 90 | 2286 | ||||||||
| 100 | 2540 | ||||||||
| 110 | 2794 | ||||||||
| 120 | 3048 | ||||||||
| 130 | 3302 | ||||||||
| 140 | 3556 | ||||||||
| 150 | 3810 | ||||||||
| 200 | 5080 | ||||||||
| 250 | 6350 | ||||||||
| 300 | 7620 | ||||||||
- NOTE:
- These figures are for reference purposes only. Please refer to the actual projector for the precise dimensions.
- It is recommended that if you intend to permanently install the projector to physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it.
Mounting the Projector
- NOTE: If you buy a third party mount, please use the correct screw size. Screw size can vary depending on the thickness of the mounting plate.
- To ensure the most secure installation, please use a ViewSonic® wall or ceiling mount.
- Ensure the screws used to attach the mount to the projector meet the following specifications:
- Screw type: M4 x 10
- Maximum Screw Length: 10 mm
CAUTION
- Avoid installing the projector near a heat source or air conditioner.
- Keep at least a 10 cm (3.9 in.) gap between the ceiling and the bottom of the projector.
Using the Security Bar
To help prevent the projector from being stolen, use a security slot locking device to secure the projector to a fixed object.