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ViewSonic PA503S SVGA Projector - 3800 Lumens, HDMI, Keystone (White/Gray)

The ViewSonic PA503S is a high-performance projector designed for use in education and small business environments. With a brightness of 3,800 lumens and a high contrast ratio, th…

Brand: ViewSonicModel: PA503SRating: 4.5/5 from 2158 reviews

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The ViewSonic PA503S projector is a versatile and affordable option for use in small business and education environments. Its SuperColor Technology delivers amazing color accuracy with a wide color range, and its 3,800 lumens brightness and high contrast ratio produce bright images in nearly any environment. The projector features reduced input latency for smooth images without delay and a 3D Blu-Ray ready HDMI input for connecting to any HDMI-enabled device. The vertical keystone correction helps eliminate crooked and distorted images for a perfectly proportioned picture every time. However, some users have reported issues with the lens having spots that leave blurred "shadows" on the picture and low sound. Additionally, some users have reported that the projector stopped working after only a few months of use.

**Pros:**
- Advanced visual features ideal for use in education and small business environments
- Bright images in nearly any environment with 3,800 lumens brightness and high contrast ratio
- Reduced input latency for smooth images without delay
- 3D Blu-Ray ready HDMI input for connecting to any HDMI-enabled device
- Vertical keystone correction for a perfectly proportioned picture every time
- Affordable option for its features

**Cons:**
- Some users have reported issues with the lens having spots that leave blurred "shadows" on the picture
- Low sound without additional speakers
- Some users have reported that the projector stopped working after only a few months of use.

FAQ

Q: What are the main features of the ViewSonic PA503S projector?
A: The ViewSonic PA503S projector offers advanced audio-visual features, flexible connectivity options, and affordability, making it ideal for use in education and small business environments. It has amazing color accuracy with ViewSonic's proprietary SuperColor Technology, 3,800 lumen brightness, up to 15,000 lamp hours, reduced input latency, 3D Blu-Ray ready HDMI input, quick power off, and a 2W internal speaker.

Q: What is the lamp life of the ViewSonic PA503S projector?
A: The ViewSonic PA503S projector has a long lamp life of up to 15,000 hours in SuperEco mode.

Q: What connectivity options does the ViewSonic PA503S projector offer?
A: The ViewSonic PA503S projector supports most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices with input options such as HDMI, VGA, and more.

Q: What is the aspect ratio of the ViewSonic PA503S projector?
A: The ViewSonic PA503S projector has an aspect ratio of 4:3.

Q: Can the ViewSonic PA503S projector be used for PowerPoint presentations?
A: Yes, the ViewSonic PA503S projector can be used for PowerPoint presentations. However, it is important to check the range of the projector to verify that it will project the right size image for the distance from the screen.

Q: Is this an LED projector?
A: No, this is not an LED projector.

Q: What is the resolution of the ViewSonic PA503S projector?
A: The ViewSonic PA503S projector has an SVGA resolution of 800x600.

Q: Does the ViewSonic PA503S projector have vertical keystone correction?
A: Yes, the ViewSonic PA503S projector has vertical keystone correction of +/- 40° to help eliminate crooked and distorted images for a perfectly proportioned picture every time.

Q: What is the weight of the ViewSonic PA503S projector?
A: The ViewSonic PA503S projector weighs 5.5 pounds.

Q: What is included in the box with the ViewSonic PA503S projector?
A: The ViewSonic PA503S projector comes with a power cable, VGA cable, and remote control.

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BrandViewSonic
ManufacturerViewSonic
Model NumberPA503S
Weight5.5 pounds
Dimensions8.58 x 4.33 x 11.57 inches
First AvailableJune 7, 2017
Product Dimensions8.58 x 4.33 x 11.57 inches
Item Weight5.5 pounds
ASINB071G5H5Q1
Item model numberPA503S
Batteries2 AA batteries required.
Customer Reviews4.5 out of 5 stars 2,158 ratings 4.5 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank#210 in Video Projectors
Is Discontinued By ManufacturerNo
Date First AvailableJune 7, 2017
Model NamePA503S
Hardware InterfaceVGA, Serial Interface, HDMI
Mounting TypeCeiling Mount
Wattage260 watts