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ViewSonic PA503S

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User ratings:
37
4.2 out of 5
37 user ratings
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4 stars
40 %
3 stars
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2 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.6 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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1 editorial reviews
Table Of Contents_Why We Like It – ViewSonic PA503SPerformance/ResolutionBrightness/LumensAdjustability/Viewing AngleDurabilityValueViewSonic PA503S Wrap Up Reader Rating0 Votes09.2Expert RatingWhile looking for the best business projector, it should be abundantly clear to you that these projectors do not come with great contrast ratios out of the box. But, the ViewSonic PA503S is different as this projector features a great contrast ratio at very high brightness ranges. And other aspects are also good enough for us to recommend this projector easily. Why We Like […]Read more
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Pros

  • This device is perfect for presentations
  • it maintains a good contrast ratio at the same time
  • versatile

Cons

  • Screen vs Projector
  • Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue
  • It only features vertical keystone correction adjustability

Key specs

  • DLP
  • 76, 300 in
  • 800, 600 px
  • 3600 lm
  • 1.19, 13.11 m
  • 4500 h
  • , 29 dB

ViewSonic PA503S - Pros & Cons

ViewSonic PA503S

Pros

  • This device is perfect for presentations
  • it maintains a good contrast ratio at the same time
  • versatile
  • robust product with consistently great reviews
  • It s easy to use and quickly allows you to cycle through different modes
  • sturdy
  • easy-to-use
  • and versatile
  • great
  • eco-friendly
  • and cost-effective option

Cons

  • Screen vs Projector
  • Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue
  • It only features vertical keystone correction adjustability
  • fan noise
  • it is slightly more expensive
  • smaller text is blurry at a distance
  • No bluetooth The ViewSonic is not Bluetooth compatible
  • ML105ST+ is a significantly more expensive option
  • Not only is it tiny
  • the sound system is not up to the mark
  • it is impossible to get all in one projector on a low budget

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ViewSonic PA503S - Full Specifications

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General
Projector typeDLP
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Design
Design typeDesktop projector
Colour of productGrey,White
3-Chip/Colour wheelColour wheel
Built-in displayno
Cable lock slotyes
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Dimensions
Width11.57 in
Height4.33 in
Depth8.58 in
Weight4.85 lb
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Lighting
Type of lampBulb
Lamp life max (normal)4500.0 h
Lamp life max (eco)15000.0 h
Number of lamps1
Bulb power190.0 W
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Features
Quick start guideyes
Handheld remote controlyes
Memory card readerno
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Compatibility
3D support (3D-Ready)yes
Compatible glasses
Active
Glasses includedno
HD readyno
Analog signal format system
  • NTSC
  • PAL
  • PAL 60
  • SECAM
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Power
Operational Power Consumption (min-max)< 260
Power consumption (typical)260.0 W
Power consumption (standby)0.5 W
Power managementMains
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Connectivity
Analog 3.5mm outputyes
Analogue 3.5mm inputyes
Number of composite video inputs1
Composite inputyes
Serial interface typeRS-232
DVI inno
HDMIyes
HDMI version1.4
Number of HDMI inputs1
HDMI connector typeFull-size
Other connectors5mm output
S-video inputyes
USByes
VGA inyes
Number of VGA (D-Sub) ports3
AC (power) inputyes
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Technical details
Noise level< 29
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90
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Optics
Throw ratio1.96 - 2.15
Optical zoom1.1 x
FocusManual
Zoom ratio1.1 x
Zoom typeManual
Projection distance1.19 - 13.11
Matrix typeDMD
Matrix size0.55
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Image
Screen size76 - 300
Screen size compatibility30 - 300
Resolution800 x 600 px
Number of colours1.07 billion colours
Supported graphics resolutions
  • 640 x 480
  • 720 x 480
  • 720 x 576
  • 800 x 600
  • 1024 x 768
  • 1280 x 1024
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1280 x 800
  • 1360 x 768
  • 1366 х 768
  • 1400 x 1050
  • 1440 x 900
  • 1920 x 1200
Native aspect ratio4:3
Aspect ratio4:3
Brightness (max)3600.0 lm
Contrast ratio22000:1
Dynamic contrast22000:1
Refresh rate120.0 Hz
Video formats supported
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 576i
  • 576p
  • 720p
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
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Communication
Ethernet connectionno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
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Audio features
Built-in speakersyes
Number of built-in speakers1
RMS rated power2.0 W

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