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ViewSonic PA503S 3800 Lumens SVGA High Brightness Projector for Home and Office with HDMI Vertical Keystone
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Brand | ViewSonic |
Connectivity Technology | VGA, Mini USB Type B, HDMI |
Display resolution | 800 x 600 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 600 Pixels |
Display Type | DLP |
About this item
- VERSATILE PROJECTOR: High brighness 3800 Lumens SVGA projector with advanced visual features
- EASY SETUP: 1.1x optical zoom, 40 degree vertical keystone
- REDUCED INPUT LATENCY: A low 16ms input latency provides faster frame-by-frame action for smooth images without delay
- LONG LAMP LIFE: SuperEco Mode allows the lamp to shine bright for up to 15,000 hours
- FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY: Supports most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices with inputs such as HDMI, VGA, mini USB
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Brightness | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.4 |
Picture quality | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.4 |
Remote Control | 4.4 | — | — | 4.0 | 4.8 | 4.2 |
Value for money | — | 4.8 | 4.1 | 4.5 | — | 4.3 |
Sound quality | 3.9 | 4.5 | 3.4 | — | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | UVISION | Amazon.com | NexiGo USA | Neutron USA | Adorama |
hardware interface | hdmi, vga, serial interface | hdmi, usb | hdmi, usb | usb, hdmi, audio video port | usb, hdmi | vga |
display resolution | 600 | 1920 x 1080 pixels | 1280 x 800 | 1920 X 1080 | 1440 x 900 | 1920 x 1080 |
brightness | 3800 | — | — | 700 | 3400 | 4000 |
native resolution | 800 x 600 | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 800 | 1920 x 1080 | 1024 x 768 | 1280 x 800 |
image contrast ratio | 22000:1 | 5000:1 | — | — | 15000:1 | — |
max throw distance | 43 feet | — | 34.1 feet | — | 13 feet | 1 feet |
From the manufacturer
About ViewSonic
With over 30 years of experience developing award-winning visual display solutions and providing excellent 24/7 customer support, ViewSonic delivers a level of expertise that is tough to beat. In short, we’ve got you covered.
ViewSonic PA503S
3,800 Lumens SVGA DLP Projector
With advanced audio-visual features, flexible connectivity options, and affordable, the PA503S is ideal for use in education and small business environments.
- Amazing Color Accuracy
- 3,800 Lumen Brightness
- Up to 15,000 Lamp Hours
- Reduced Input Latency
- 3D Blu-Ray Ready HDMI Input
- Quick Power Off
- 2W Internal Speaker
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SuperColor: Amazing Color AccuracyViewSonic’s proprietary SuperColor Technology features an exclusive 6-segment color wheel and dynamic lamp control capabilities, providing a wide color range and stunningly beautiful images. |
Bright Images in Any EnvironmentPacked with 3,800 lumens and a high contrast ratio, this projector produces bright images in nearly any environment. |
Long Lamp LifeSuperEco mode allows users to dim projection brightness by up to 70%, and extends the lamp life by up to 15,000 hours.* *Lamp life may vary based on actual usage and other factors. |
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Reduced Input LatencyThis projector delivers smooth images without delay. Its ultra-low 16ms input latency provides faster frame-by-frame action. |
3D Blu-Ray Ready HDMI InputEquipped with the latest HDMI, this projector is perfect for connecting to any HDMI-enabled device, and can display 3D images directly from 3D Blu-ray players. |
Vertical Keystone CorrectionVertical keystone correction (+/- 40°) helps eliminate crooked and distorted images for a perfectly proportioned picture every time. |
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Resolution | SVGA (800x600) | XGA (1024x768) | WXGA (1280x800) |
Brightness | 3,800 Lumens | 3,800 Lumens | 3,800 Lumens |
Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 22,000:1 | 22,000:1 | 22,000:1 |
Aspect Ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 | 16:10 |
Throw Ratio | 1.96 ~ 2.15 | 1.96 ~ 2.15 | 1.55~1.70 |
Throw Distance | 3.9 - 43 ft / 1.19 - 13.11 m | 3.9 - 43 ft / 1.19 - 13.11 m | 3.28 - 36.02 ft / .99 - 10.98 m |
Display Size | 30 - 300 in. / 0.76 - 7.62 m | 30 - 300 in. / 0.76 - 7.62 m | 30 - 300 in. / 0.76 - 7.62 m |
Lens | Vertical (+/- 40°) / 1.1x optical zoom | Vertical (+/- 40°) / 1.1x optical zoom | Vertical (+/- 40°) / 1.1x optical zoom |
Light Source Life | Up to 15,000 hours (Dynamic Eco Mode) | Up to 15,000 hours (Dynamic Eco Mode) | Up to 15,000 hours (Dynamic Eco Mode) |
Connectivity | Mini USB Type B, 3.5mm Audio Out, 3.5mm Audio In, Control (RS232), HDMI 1.4, VGA In (x2), VGA Out, Composite RCA Video In | Mini USB Type B, Audio Output, 3.5mm Audio In, Control (RS232), HDMI 1.4, VGA In (x2), VGA Out, Composite RCA Video In | Mini USB Type B, Audio Output, 3.5mm Audio In, Control (RS232), HDMI 1.4, VGA In (x2), VGA Out, Composite RCA Video In |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 8.58 x 4.33 x 11.57 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.5 pounds |
ASIN | B071G5H5Q1 |
Item model number | PA503S |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #88 in Video Projectors |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 7, 2017 |
Manufacturer | ViewSonic |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
The view Sonic PA503S price-performance projector features 3, 800 lumens, native SVGA 800 x 600 resolution, and intuitive, user-friendly design. Exclusive Super Color technology offers a wide color gamut for beautiful image production in nearly any environment. The PA503S also features extensive connectivity including HDMI, 2 x VGA, VGA out, composite video and audio in/out. An energy-saving Super Eco feature reduces power consumption and extends the lamp life by up to 15, 000 hours. With advanced audio-visual features, flexible connectivity options, and an affordable price, The PA503S is ideal for use in education and small business environments.
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Customers like the image quality, brightness, quality, value, and performance of the video projector. For example, they mention that it projects clear, vivid, and high contrast images. Some appreciate the remote control functionality, saying it can control volume to a bluetooth speaker. Overall, most are happy with the performance and value of the product.
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Customers like the image quality of the video projector. They say that the picture is clear, vivid, and bright, with a high contrast ratio. It projects all the details, and looks fantastic. Some customers also say that it does a great job of video.
"...2nd place. QKK. Like the Vankyo, it did a great job of video, and had the same audio issues. Video was sharp, and a little brighter vs the NEC...." Read more
"...the image is so good that people will think they're sitting in a movie theater. Superb...." Read more
"...Resolution is perfect for all images so far, but small text suffers a bit as you can see on the right photo (800x600 60Hz)...." Read more
"...The picture is generally great, but what you use as the source will make a difference..." Read more
Customers like the brightness of the video projector. They mention that it's bright enough to watch movies during the day in a bright room, and the image is sharp and clear at 3800 lumens. However, some customers find that the image looks better with the lights off.
"I have been using this projector for over a year and I love it. It is bright and can be used with the lights on in the briefing room...." Read more
"...It was bright enough to use it at 6pm (east coast), and looked brilliant at 8:30p and on...." Read more
"...This Viewsonic said it was about half that much and is at least 6 times brighter...." Read more
"...I have to say, it's very bright. I returned an LED 5000-lumen projector because it wasn't bright enough and there was no comparison in brightness...." Read more
Customers generally like the quality of the video projector. They say it's a high quality product for a decent price, has the cinema quality they desire, and is a great product for their home theater setup. Some say it is able to produce a good picture for if it'd be a lower priced product. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...1st place. View Sonic PA503S. The View Sonic is at a completely different level of quality, plus it offers one huge advantage – it is literally..." Read more
"...This has proven to be a very reliable system, and reliability is key if you're frequently speaking in front of large audiences. I love this system...." Read more
"...It is simply a great product for my home theater setup. I use the PC connection and do not use audio from the device...." Read more
"...is larger than my tv set, is bright bright bright, and has the cinema quality I desire.Note:There's only one HDMI port. Buy a cheap hub...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the product. They mention that it is a great product for a low budget home theater, with clean and clear video. They are also pleasantly surprised with the color quality for the price. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...I definitely recommend this product as it is an incredible value and is super bright!" Read more
"...I kept the box, and store it in there. Honestly big bang for your dollar!..." Read more
"...is ideal for people who want to have a high quality projector for a decent price. This project has held up well over time...." Read more
"I bought this with some trepidation as the price is really affordable. After opening the box I could see that the projector was a quality product...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the video projector. They mention that it works great, has no problems, the remote control works great and can control volume to bluetooth speaker if you want. Some say that it's great for the price and works well with the shades closed. It has intuitive controls and works easily with a Bluetooth pointer/mouse. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...The 3rd one I reviewed here. Its focus ring / keystone adjustment mechanism worked well, and it was easy to get good focus...." Read more
"...It works great for the price, but there are limitations...." Read more
"WOW, this really worked great...." Read more
"This is fantastic and I used it at chistmas for out door Christmas movies. People drive by and would watch...." Read more
Customers find the video projector easy to set up and operate. They appreciate the simple remote and menu interface, as well as the intuitive controls. Customers also say that the projector is easier used with a laptop, and the HDMI and VGA options are very handy.
"...It was all very simple to set up, and the party went off without a hitch...." Read more
"...I can't say how great this machine is and easy to use...." Read more
"...It was crisp and clear and super easy to use. I plugged it into another speaker full full sound. It was a huge hit!..." Read more
"...I have a projector that does exactly what I need it to do and it set up quickly right out of the box...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the video projector. Some mention that the ratio with the remote isn't very loud, while others say that the sound was super low and the cooling fan for the projector is quiet. The projector itself comes with a built-in speaker, but some say that it wasn't loud enough. The speaker are basically useless and they had to hook up a set of computer speakers with.
"...did not inspire confidence As with many reviewers, I could not get Netflix to produce sound thru the projector, but that was not a show stopper as..." Read more
"...The fan is not particularly loud or annoying and the unit is compact and lightweight enough to be easily supported on a pedestal that I put together..." Read more
"...(I've heard lots of complaints about audio, but the audio is subpar on most projectors in my opinion, whether you pay 700 or 200; to use computer..." Read more
"...The cooling fan for the projector is quiet and it doesn't get that hot at all. Lots of things inside the menu that you can adjust...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the video projector. Some mention that it has a good size and very good picture, while others say that it did not project that big. The size ratio to distance is much different on this projector, and it needs lots of room/distance to make the picture bigger.
"...The projector itself is a little larger than expected, BUT this really controls the heat...." Read more
"...This has a longer throw so the image is smaller for my room, but at least it's clear and bright in a lit room...." Read more
"Pros: Good build quality; good size; very good picture and brightness. Controls and remote are easy to use...." Read more
"...FINAL RATING: Clear picture, needs lots of room/ distance to make the picture bigger, color is off no matter how you adjust it...." Read more
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Initially I went back and forth on whether it was worth upgrading at all. My existing set up was a 10 yr old NEC projector, a bed sheet, and UE Boom speaker. It had the huge advantage of being available & free! However, there were some things I was looking for in an upgrade. Highest on my list was the ability to use a cell phone as an input source (the NEC projector could only use an input from a portable DVD player), plus it needed to be almost fully dark before I started the movie. In addition, it was fiddly to set up and the sound was not great.
The screen was the first issue to solve. After significant research, I went with a Yard Master 135” screen. It was expensive, but it works great and I am very happy with it. I can relocate movie watching from where I used to hang the bedsheet to the more convenient location of my back patio – much more comfortable. I addressed the audio by using a Vizio sound bar I had lying around, which gave a huge leap in performance.
Now for the projector... and here is where it gets interesting. I attempted to research projectors, but there were only a few sites I could find that did a decent comparison test. In fact, many sites comparing projectors seemed to simply re-cycle the marketing blurb from each product. One can spend $100 or $1000 on a projector, and its not easy to figure out whether spending more gets you a better experience. So I bought 3 projectors and ran a back to back test.
The units I tested were the ViewSonic PA503S ($300), the Vankyo Leisure 3 ($127) and the QKK Mini Projector (2020 version, claiming 4200 Lux, cost $100). I also found a cable which promised to turn HDMI signal into an S-Video input, which I could then plug into the NEC projector. Findings below.
4th place. NEC projector plus cable. Failed to get out of the starting blocks. The cable did not do as promised, and ended up mangling the Netflix formatting.
3rd place. Vankyo Leisure 3. Did a great job with video display. It was a little brighter (but not by much) vs the NEC. The focus ring and keystone adjustment feel like the weak spot for this unit.. and likely all similarly priced mini projectors. On this particular unit, the keystone adjustment was so loose it shifted when you adjusted the focus. And the focus had to be cranked right to end extreme in order to get a sharp image ... to be honest it wasn’t really in focus even then. My guess is that this was just the unit I had... but it did not inspire confidence As with many reviewers, I could not get Netflix to produce sound thru the projector, but that was not a show stopper as I am using a sound bar with ARC-HDMI input as my audio.
2nd place. QKK. Like the Vankyo, it did a great job of video, and had the same audio issues. Video was sharp, and a little brighter vs the NEC. It was relatively short throw... I filled the 135” screen at a projection distance of around 12 feet, which worked well for my set up. A word on quality control. Like the Vankyo, focus / keystone adjustment is a weak spot. It’s a very plasticky and crude mechanism. Incredibly I had to buy 3 of these units before I got one that worked. The first one was a lemon – it never focused properly. You could get focus in the center of the screen but not the edges, which really killed us when we had a movie with sub titles. The 2nd unit was lost in delivery. Amazon refunded it. The 3rd one I reviewed here. Its focus ring / keystone adjustment mechanism worked well, and it was easy to get good focus.
1st place. View Sonic PA503S. The View Sonic is at a completely different level of quality, plus it offers one huge advantage – it is literally twice as bright as the QKK & Vankyo. Firstly the image – its clear, and the focus is easy to adjust to perfection. No softness at the edge of the screen, it was ‘movie theater’ quality. One slight difference vs the QKK... the throw is a little longer. I needed 19 feet projection distance to fill the screen, thankfully not a problem for my set up. Secondly audio – Netflix works on this unit. Again, I had a work around so this wasn’t essential, but in case that matters for your set up. Most importantly of all, the brightness. The View Sonic claims 3600 lumens. It was (by eyeball estimation) twice as bright as the others. This means I can start watching a movie just as the sun goes down, fully 1 hour before the QKK / Vankyo were viable options. This turns out to be a huge deal. The QKK and Vankyo both needed it to be fully dark to watch the movie. Around here that means starting to watch a movie at 9:20pm in the summer... and therefore finishing well after 11pm. With the View Sonic I can start watching at 8:15pm. For comparison the QKK claims 4200 lux, and after some digging I found a claim of 2200 lumens. So for me, a combination of brightness plus a generally much improved build quality convinced me to keep the $300 View Sonic and return the others.
The volume of the projector itself is not good enough for larger audiences, which is why I plug into my PA system. I have used this projector in large settings by running a cord from the audio out to my PA input. the image is so good that people will think they're sitting in a movie theater. Superb.
This has proven to be a very reliable system, and reliability is key if you're frequently speaking in front of large audiences. I love this system. Five stars!
Overall we are happy with it. My kids enjoy movie night each week and we were able to have a drive-in themed socially distanced birthday party for my oldest.
The projector itself is a little larger than expected, BUT this really controls the heat. I used to use a thin Epson projector and always worried about it being around anything flammable since it would heat up any metal that was within a foot of it. I can't hear the fan on this projector and audio is best through my computer speakers (I've heard lots of complaints about audio, but the audio is subpar on most projectors in my opinion, whether you pay 700 or 200; to use computer speakers instead, find your sound output dropdown in settings). Manipulation of zoom and picture aspect lacks a little, but if you physically move and try out new positions for the projector it shouldn't be a problem and it also has manual focus which comes in handy since it doesn't have auto focus or auto keystone (only horizontal keystone settings for when you adjust projection at a vertical angle). Overall very satisfied. Will update review if run into any issues.
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2019
The projector itself is a little larger than expected, BUT this really controls the heat. I used to use a thin Epson projector and always worried about it being around anything flammable since it would heat up any metal that was within a foot of it. I can't hear the fan on this projector and audio is best through my computer speakers (I've heard lots of complaints about audio, but the audio is subpar on most projectors in my opinion, whether you pay 700 or 200; to use computer speakers instead, find your sound output dropdown in settings). Manipulation of zoom and picture aspect lacks a little, but if you physically move and try out new positions for the projector it shouldn't be a problem and it also has manual focus which comes in handy since it doesn't have auto focus or auto keystone (only horizontal keystone settings for when you adjust projection at a vertical angle). Overall very satisfied. Will update review if run into any issues.