NEC NP400 Bedienungsanleitung

P or table Pr ojector NP600/NP500/NP400 NP500W User’ s Manual The projector’ s model name indicated on the projector’ s label is NP600, NP500, NP400, NP500W , NP600G, NP500G, NP400G, and NP500WG respectively . All the models are ref erre d to as NP600, NP500, NP400, and NP500W throughout the user’ s manual except some of the specification p[...]

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i Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC NP600/NP500/NP400/NP500W projector and keep the manual handy f or future ref erence. CA UTION T o turn off main power , be sure to remov e the plug from pow er outlet. The power outlet sock et should be installed as near to the equipment as p[...]

ii Important Information W ARNING T O CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: Handling the cables supplied with this product will e xpose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of Calif ornia to cause bir th defects or other reproductiv e har m. W ASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING . RF Interference (for USA only) W ARNING The F ederal Communications Commission does not a[...]

iii Important Information Fire and Shock Pr ecautions • Ensure that there is sufficient v entilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the b uild-up of heat inside y our projector . Allow at least 4 inches (10cm) of space betw een your projector and a w all. • Do not tr y to touch the ventilation outlet on the left front (when seen fr[...]

iv Important Information CA UTION • Do not use the tilt-f oot f or purposes other than originally intended. Misuses such as gripping the tilt-f oot or hang- ing on the wall can cause damage to the projector . • Do not send the projector in the soft case b y parcel deliv er y ser vice or cargo shipment. The projector inside the soft case could b[...]

v Important Information About High Altitude mode • Set [F AN MODE] to [HIGH AL TITUDE] when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet/1600 meters or higher . Using the projector at altitudes approximate ly 5500 f eet/1600 meters or higher without setting to [HIGH AL TITUDE] can cause the projector to ov erheat and the protector cou[...]

vi T able of Contents Important Information ............................................................................................ i 1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 1 1 What’ s in the Bo x? .............................................................[...]

vii T able of Contents 7 T ur ning off the Projector .............................................................................................. 32  After Use...................................................................................................................... 33 4. Convenient Features .........................................[...]

1 S T AT US LA M P A U T O A D J. S O U R C E S E L E C T M E N U E X I T E N T E R F O C U S Projector Lens cap (24F44681) P ower cable (US: 7N080229) (EU: 7N080015) V GA signal cable (7N520052) Soft case (24BS7582) CD-ROM User’ s manual (7N951211) For North America only Registration card Limited warranty For Europe only Guarantee policy Quick S[...]

2 1. Introduction  Intr oduction to the Projector This section introduces you to y our ne w projector and describes the features and controls . Congratulations on Y our Purchase of the Pr ojector This projector is one of the very best projectors av ailable today . The projector enables y ou to project precise images up to 300 inches across (meas[...]

3 1. Introduction • Preventing unauthorized use of the projector Enhanced smar t secur ity settings for keyw ord protection, cabinet control panel lock, secur ity slot, and secur ity chain opening to help pre vent unauthorized access , adjustments and theft deterrence. • PC Control P or t Y ou can control the projector with a PC or control syst[...]

4 1. Introduction S T A T U S L AM P AU T O A D J . SO U R CE S E L E C T M E N U E X I T E N T E R FOCU S  Part Names of the Pr ojector Front/T op S E L E C T M E N U E X I T ENTE R S T A TU S L A M P A UT O A D J . S O U R C E F O C U S Zoom Lev er ( → page 27 ) Controls ( → page 5 ) Lens Lens Cap Built-in Security Slot ( )* Focus Ring ( ?[...]

5 1. Introduction T op Features SELECT MENU EX I T ENTER ST A TUS LAMP AUT O ADJ. SOURCE 1 2 5 6 4 7 8 10 9 3 1. (PO WER) Button ( → page 22 , 32 ) 2. PO WER Indicator ( → page 22 , 32 , 75 ) 3. ST A TUS Indicator ( → page 75 ) 4. LAMP Indicator ( → page 72 , 75 ) 5. SOURCE Button ( → page 24 ) 6. A UTO ADJ . Button ( → page 31 ) 7. MEN[...]

6 1. Introduction T erminal Panel Features 6 8 7 3 3 2 1 5 4 9 10 1. COMPUTER 1 IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) ( → page 13 , 16 , 18 ) 2. COMPUTER 2 (D VI-I) IN Connector (29 Pin) (HDCP compatible) ( → page 15 , 16 ) 3. A UDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) ( → page 13 , 15 , 18 ) 4. A UDIO OUT Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) ( → pag[...]

7 1. Introduction  Part Names of the Remote Contr ol 1. Infrared T ransmitter ( → page 8 ) 2. PO WER ON Button ( → page 22 ) 3. PO WER OFF Button ( → page 32 ) 4. MA GNIFY (+)(–) Button ( → page 34 ) 5. PIC-MUTE Button ( → page 34 ) 6. P A GE UP/DOWN Button* ( → page 39 , 40 ) 7. MENU Button ( → page 45 ) 8. SELECT  B[...]

8 1. Introduction Remote Control Pr ecautions • Handle the remote control carefully . • If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately . • A v oid e xcessiv e heat and humidity . • Do not heat, take apart, or throw batteries into fire. • If you will not be using the remote control f or a long time, remov e the batteries. • Ens[...]

9 2. Installation and Connections S E L E C T M E N U E X I T E N T E R S T A T U S L A M P A U T O A D J . S O U RC E F O C U S This section describes how to set up your projector and ho w to connect video and audio sources. Y our projector is simple to set up and use. But bef ore you get started, you must first: z Set up a screen and the project[...]

10 2. Installation and Connections [NP500W] The fur ther your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The minimum size the image can be is appro ximately 21" (0.53 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 28 inches (0.7 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" (7.6 m) when the projec[...]

11 2. Installation and Connections C α B D Throw Distance and Scr een Size The f ollowing shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the table to deter mine the position of installation. Distance Chart B = V er tical distance between lens center and screen center C = Throw distance D = V er tical distance between len[...]

12 2. Installation and Connections W ARNING * Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NEC dealer for more inf ormation. * Do not attempt to install the projector yourself . • Only use your projector on a solid, le v el surface . If the projector falls to the ground, you can be injured and the[...]

13 2. Installation and Connections  Making Connections NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In mos t c ase s t he out put s ign al fro m t he not ebo ok PC is no t t urn ed on unl es s c onn ect ed to the pr[...]

14 2. Installation and Connections • Select the source name f or its appropriate input connector after tur ning on the projector . Input connector SOURCE button on the projector cabinet Button on the remote control COMPUTER 1 IN COMPUTER1 (COMPUTER 1) COMPUTER 2(D VI-I)IN COMPUTER 2(DIGIT AL) or COMPUTER 2(ANALOG) (COMPUTER 2)  ↓ (T oggle) ([...]

15 2. Installation and Connections When Viewing a DVI Digital Signal T o project a D VI digital signal, be sure to connect the PC and the projector using a D VI cable (not supplied) before turning on your PC or projector . T urn on the projector first and select Computer 2 (Digital) from the source menu bef ore turning on your PC. F ailure to do s[...]

16 2. Installation and Connections COMPUTER 1 IN COMPUTER 2 (DVI-I) IN V GA signal cable (supplied) IBM PC or Compatibles (Notebook type) or Macintosh (Notebook type) IBM PC or Compatibles (Desktop type) or Macintosh (Desktop type) V GA signal cable (not supplied) D VI to V GA adapter (supplied) NOTE: When the DVI to VGA adapter is not to be used f[...]

17 2. Installation and Connections Connecting an External Monitor Y ou can connect a separate, external monitor to your projector to simultaneously view on a monitor the computer analog image you’ re projecting. NOTE: • Daisy chain connection is not possible. • When audio equipment is connected, the projector speaker is disabled. AUDIO IN PH [...]

18 2. Installation and Connections Connecting Y our DVD Player with Component Output A component signal will be automatically displa yed. If not, from the menu, select [SETUP] → [OPTIONS(1)] → [SIGNAL SELECT] → [COMPUTER1], and then place a check mark in the Component radio b utton. • Select the source name f or its appropriate input connec[...]

19 2. Installation and Connections 2. Installation and Connections Connecting Y our VCR • Select the source name f or its appropriate input connector after tur ning on the projector . Input connector SOURCE button on the projector cabinet Button on the remote control VIDEO IN VIDEO (VIDEO) S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO (S-VIDEO) NOTE: The AUDIO IN L and R j[...]

20 2. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Network The projector comes standard with a LAN por t (RJ-45) which provides a LAN connection using a LAN cab le. Using a LAN cab le allows y ou to specify the Network Settings and the Alert Mail Settings f or the projector ov er a LAN. T o use a LAN connection, y ou are required to assign an IP ad[...]

21 2. Installation and Connections Connecting the Supplied Power Cable Connect the supplied power cab le to the projector. First connect the supplied power cable’ s two-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector , and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cab le in the wall outlet. CA UTION: Do not try to touch the v entilation outlet on [...]

22 3. Pr ojecting an Image (Basic Operation) SE L E CT M E NU E X I T E N T ER S TA T US L A M P A UT OA D J . SO U R CE F O C US STA TUS LAMP AUTO ADJ. SOURCE STA TUS LAMP AUTO ADJ. SOURCE POWER SOURCE PIC-MUTE ASPECT MENU UP MAGNIFY PAGE OFF POWER ON PIC-MUTE DOWN STA TUS LAMP AUTO ADJ. SOURCE Standby Blinking P ower On Steady orange light Blinki[...]

23 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select scr een) When y ou first turn on the projector , y ou will get the Startup menu. This men u giv es you the oppor tunity to select one of the 21 menu languages. T o select a menu language, f ollow these steps: 1. Use the SELECT  ,  ,  or  button to [...]

24 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) VOLUME L-CLICK MOUSE R-CLICK AUTO ADJ. ASPECT HELP FREEZE PICTURE S-VIDEO VIDEO COMPUTER 2 LAMP MODE 1 SELECT MENU E XI T ENTER STA TUS LAMP AUTO ADJ. SOURCE  Selecting a Sour ce Selecting the computer or video source NOTE: T urn on the computer or video source equipment connected to the projector . Se[...]

25 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Adjusting the Pictur e Size and Position Use the adjustable tilt f oot, the zoom lev er or the focus ring to adjust the picture size and position. In this chapter dra wings and cables are omitted f or clar ity . Adjusting the throw angle (the height of an image) [Tilt f oot] ( → page 26 ) S E L E C [...]

26 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ST A TU S L A MP A U T O A D J. S OU R C E S E L E C T M E N U E X IT E NT E R F O C U S 2 1 S T A T U S L A M P A U T O A D J. S O U R C E S ELEC T M E N U E X I T EN T E R F O C U S 3 4 Adjustable Tilt Foot Adjustable Tilt Foot Le ver Adjust the Tilt Foot 1. Lift the front edge of the projector . CA UTI[...]

27 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) S T A T U S L A M P A U T O A D J . S O U R C E S E L E C T M E N U E X I T E N T E R FO CU S FOCUS S T A T U S L A M P A U T O A D J . S O U R C E S E L E C T M E N U E X I T E N T E R FO CU S FOCUS Zoom Use the ZOOM le ver to adjust the image siz e on the screen. Focus Use the FOCUS ring to obtain the b[...]

28 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Corr ecting Keystone Distortion Correcting Keystone Distortion If the screen is tilted vertically , keystone distortion becomes large. Proceed with the following steps to correct ke ystone distor tion NOTE: • The Keystone correction can cause an image to be slightly blurred because the correction is[...]

29 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting with the Remote Control 1. Press the MENU b utton. The menu will be displa y ed. 2. Press the SELECT  b utton to select [SETUP] and press the ENTER b utton. The [GENERAL] screen will be displa yed. 3. Press the SELECT  b utton to select [KEYST ONE]. 4. Press the SELECT  or  b utton. [...]

30 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting with the Auto Keystone Function The A uto K eystone correction f eature will correct the ver tical distor tion of a projected image on the screen. No special operation required. Just put the projector on a flat surf ace. TIP: Even when the menu setting for [AUTO KEYSTONE] is turned on, [KEYSTON[...]

31 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing a computer image automatically . Press the A UTO ADJ . b utton to optimize a computer image automatically . This adjustment ma y be necessar y when you connect y our computer for the first time. [P oor picture] [...]

32 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 7 T urning off the Pr ojector T o turn off the projector: SELECT MENU E XI T E N TE R STA TUS LAMP AUTO ADJ. SOURCE ENTER EXIT MENU UP MAGNIFY PAGE OFF POWER ON PIC-MUTE DOWN 1. Fir st, press the (PO WER) button on the projector cabinet or the PO WER OFF b utton on the remote con- trol. The [PO WER OFF / [...]

33 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  After Use Preparation: Make sure that the pr ojector is turned off. 1. Unplug the po wer cable. 2. Disconnect an y other cables. 3. Retract adjustable tilt f oot if extended. 4. Co ver the lens with the lens cap. 5. Put the pr ojector and accessories in the supplied soft case. Place the projector in t[...]

34 1 T urning off the Image and Sound Press the PIC-MUTE button to tur n off the image and sound for a shor t period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound. NOTE: • Even though the image is turned off, the menu still remains on the screen. • Sound from the AUDIO OUT jack (Stereo mini) can be turned off.  Fr eezing a Picture Pres[...]

35 4. Convenient Features  Changing Lamp Mode This f eature enables y ou to select two brightness modes of the lamp: Normal and Eco modes. The lamp lif e can be e xtended by using the Eco mode . T o change to the [ECO] mode, do the follo wing: 1. Press the LAMP MODE b utton on the remote contr ol to display [LAMP MODE] screen. 2. Use the SELECT [...]

36 4. Convenient Features  Pr eve nt in g t he U na ut ho ri z ed U se o f th e P r ojec to r [S E CU RI TY ] A k e yword can be set f or your projector using the Men u to a v oid operation b y an unauthorized user . When a k eyw ord is set, tur ning on the projector will display the K eyword input screen. Unless the correct ke yword is entered,[...]

37 4. Convenient Features 7. T ype in the same combination of SELECT  buttons and press the ENTER b utton. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [YES] and press the ENTER b utton. The SECURITY function has been enabled. T o turn on the projector when [SECURITY] is enabled: When the SECURITY function is enabled and the pr[...]

38 4. Convenient Features T o disable the SECURITY function: 1. Press the MENU b utton. The menu will be displa y ed. 2. Select [SETUP] → [INST ALLA TION] → [SECURITY] and press the ENTER button. The OFF/ON menu will be displa y ed. 3. Select [OFF] and press the ENTER b utton. The KEYWORD CONFIRMA TION screen will be displa yed. 4. T ype in y o[...]

39 4. Convenient Features 30˚ 30˚  Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR) The optional remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer’ s mouse functions from the remote control. It is a great con venience f or clicking through your computer-gener ated presentations. Connecting the remote mouse receiver to your computer[...]

40 4. Convenient Features Operating y our computer’ s mouse from the remote contr ol Y ou can operate y our computer’ s mouse from the remote control. P AGE UP/DO WN Button: scrolls the vie wing area of the windo w or to mov e to the pre vious or ne xt slide in P ower- P oint on your computer . SELECT  Buttons: mov es the mouse curs[...]

41 4. Convenient Features 7 Network Setting by Using an HTTP Br owser Overview Connecting the projector to a network allows the Aler t Mail setting ( → page 43 ) and the projector control from a computer via the network. T o perform the projector control from a web browser , you must hav e an exclusiv e application installed on your com- puter . [...]

42 4. Convenient Features Network Settings http://<the projector’ s IP address> /index.html DHCP .................................. Enabling this option automatically assigns an IP address to the projector from your DHCP server . Disabling this option allows you to register the IP address or subnet mask number obtained from your network adm[...]

43 4. Convenient Features Alert Mail Setting http:// <the projector’ s IP address>/lanconfig.html This option notifies your computer of an error message via e-mail when using wired LAN. An error message notification will be sent when the projector lamp has reached the end of its usable lif e or an error occurs in the projector . HOST NAM[...]

44 4. Convenient Features  Using the VGA Signal Cable to Operate the Projector (V irtual Remote) Overview The projector supports DDC/CI (Display Data Channel Command Interf ace) that is a standard interf ace fo r bidirect ional communication between displa y/projector and computer . The optional utility software “Vir tual Remote T ool” desig[...]

45 5. Using On-Scr een Menu 1 Using the Menus NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected. 1. Press the MENU b utton on the remote contr ol or the projector cabinet to displa y the menu. NOTE: The commands such as ENTER, EXIT ,  ,  in the bottom show available buttons for your[...]

46 5. Using On-Screen Menu 2 Menu Elements Slide bar Solid triangle T ab Radio button High Altitude symbol Menu windows or dialog bo xes typically have the f ollowing elements: Highlight ............................. Indicates the selected menu or item. Solid triangle ...................... Indicates further choices are available. A highlighted tri[...]

47 5. Using On-Screen Menu  List of Menu Items Some menu items are not a vailab le depending on the input source. Menu Item Default Options SOURCE COMPUTER1 * COMPUTER2(DIGIT AL) * COMPUTER2(ANALOG) * VIDEO * S-VIDEO * ADJUST PICTURE PRESET * 1-6 DET AIL SETTINGS GENERAL REFERENCE * HIGH-BRIGHT , PRESENT A TION, VIDEO, MO VIE, GRAPHIC, sRGB GAMM[...]

48 5. Using On-Screen Menu SETUP OPTIONS(1) A UT O ADJUST NORMAL OFF , NORMAL, FINE F AN MODE A UT O A UTO , HIGH, HIGH AL TITUDE SIGNAL SELECT COMPUTER1 RGB/ COMPONENT RGB/COMPONENT , RGB, COMPONENT COMPUTER2 (ANALOG) RGB/ COMPONENT RGB/COMPONENT , RGB, COMPONENT VIDEO A UT O A UTO , NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43, P AL, P AL-M, P AL-N, P AL60, SECAM S-VIDEO [...]

49 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE] COMPUTER1 Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER 1 IN input connector . NOTE: • When the component input signal is connected to the COMPUTER 1 IN connector , select [COMPUTER1]. • The projector will determine if the input signal is RGB or component signal. COMPUT[...]

50 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [PICTURE] [PRESET] This function allows y ou to select optimized settings f or your projected image. Y ou can adjust neutral tint f or y ellow , cyan or magenta. There are six f actor y presets optimized f or v arious types of images. Y ou can also use [DET AIL SETTINGS] to s[...]

51 5. Using On-Screen Menu [GENERAL] Storing Y our Customized Settings [REFERENCE] This function allows y ou to store your customiz ed settings in [PRESET 1] to [PRESET 6]. First, select a base preset mode from [REFERENCE], then set [GAMMA CORRECTION] and [COLOR TEMPERA- TURE]. HIGH-BRIGHT ........ Recommended for use in a brightly lit room. PRESEN[...]

52 5. Using On-Screen Menu [RESET] The settings and adjustments f or [PICTURE] will be returned to the f actor y settings with the exception of the f ollowing; Preset numbers and [REFERENCE] within the [PRESET] screen. The settings and adjustments under [DET AIL SETTINGS] within the [PRESET] screen that are not currently selected will not be reset.[...]

53 5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting Horizontal/V er tical P osition [HORIZONT AL/VERTICAL] Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically . - An image can be distor ted dur ing the adjustment of [CLOCK] and [PHASE]. This is not malfunction. - The adjustments for [CLOCK], [PHASE], [HORIZONT AL], and [VERTICAL] will be stored in memor y f or[...]

54 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Aspect Ratio [ASPECT RA TIO] The term “aspect ratio” refers to the ratio of width to height of a projected image . The projector automatically determines the incoming signal and displays it in its appropriate aspect ratio . • This table shows typical resolutions and aspect ratios that most computers suppor[...]

55 5. Using On-Screen Menu Sample image when the appropriate aspect ratio is automaticall y determined NP600/NP500/NP400 [Computer signal] Aspect ratio of incoming signal 4:3 5:4 16:9 15:9 16:10 Sample image when the appro- priate aspect ratio is automati- cally determined [Video signal] Aspect ratio of incoming signal 4:3 Letterbox Squeeze Sample [...]

56 5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting the V ertical P osition of Image [POSITION] (not av ailable on NP500W) (only when [16:9], [15:9], or [16:10] is selected f or [ASPECT RA TIO]) When [16:9], [15:9], or [16:10] is selected in [ASPECT RA TIO], the image is displayed with blac k borders on the top and bottom. Y ou can adjust the vertical position fr[...]

57 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [GENERAL] Enabling A uto Keystone [A UT O KEYST ONE] This f eature allows the projector to detect its tilt and correct v er tical distor tion automatically . T o tur n on the A UT O KEYSTONE f eature, select [ON]. T o adjust the KEYSTONE f eature manually , select [OFF]. Corre[...]

58 5. Using On-Screen Menu Using the Wall Color Correction [W ALL COLOR] This function allows f or quick adaptive color correction in applications where the screen material is not white. NOTE: Selecting [WHITEBOARD] reduces lamp brightness. Setting Lamp Mode to Normal or Eco [LAMP MODE] This feature enables you to select two brightness modes of the[...]

59 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Menu Language [LANGU A GE] Y ou can choose one of 21 languages f or on-screen instructions. NOTE: Y our setting will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu. [MENU] Selecting Menu Color [COLOR SELECT] Y ou can choose between two options f or menu color : COLOR and MONOCHROME. Selecting Menu Displ[...]

60 5. Using On-Screen Menu [INST ALLA TION] Selecting Projector Orientation [ORIENT A TION] This reorients your image for your type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection. DESKT OP FR ONT CEILING REAR DESKT OP REAR CEILING FR ONT[...]

61 5. Using On-Screen Menu Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [CONTR OL P ANEL LOCK] This option turns on or off the CONTROL P ANEL LOCK function. NOTE: • This CONTROL P ANEL LOCK does not affect the remote control functions. • When the control panel is locked, pressing and holding the EXIT button on the projector cabinet for about 10 seconds will c[...]

62 5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting ID to the Projector [CONTR OL ID] (A vailable only when the optional remote contr ol NP02RC is used) Y ou can operate mult iple projec tors separ atel y and indep enden tly with the sing le remote control that has the CONTR OL ID function. If you assign the same ID to all the projectors, you can conveniently opera[...]

63 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(1)] Setting A uto Adjust [A UT O ADJUST] This feature sets the Auto Adjust mode so that the computer signal can be automatically or manually adjusted for noise and stability . Y ou can automatically make adjustment in tw o wa ys: [NORMAL] and [FINE]. OFF ........................ The computer signal will not be au[...]

64 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Signal Format [SIGNAL SELECT] [COMPUTER1], [COMPUTER2(ANALOG)] Allows you to ch oose [COMPUTER1], or [CO MPUTER2(ANALOG)] for an RGB source such as a computer , or [COMPONENT] f or a component video source such as a D VD play er . Nor mally select [RGB/COMPONENT] and the projector automatically detects a compone[...]

65 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(2)] Using Off Timer [OFF TIMER] 1. Select y our desired time between 30 minutes and 16 hour s: OFF , 0:30, 1:00, 2:00, 4:00, 8:00, 12:00, 16:00. 2. Press the ENTER b utton on the remote contr ol. 3. The remaining time starts counting down. 4. The pr ojector will turn off after the countdown is complete. NOTE: •[...]

66 5. Using On-Screen Menu T urning On the Projector By Appl ying Computer Signal [A UT O PO WER ON(COMP1)] When the projector is in Standby mode , applying a computer signal from a computer connected to the COMPUTER1 IN input will power on the projector and sim ultaneously project the computer’ s image. This functionality eliminates the need to [...]

67 5. Using On-Screen Menu 7 Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.] Displa ys the status of the current signal and lamp usage. This item has four pages. The information included is as f ollows: TIP: Pressing the HELP button on the remote control will show the [INFO.] menu items. [USA GE TIME] [LAMP LIFE REMAINING] (%)* [LAMP HOURS USED] (H) [FIL[...]

68 5. Using On-Screen Menu [SOURCE] [SOURCE INDEX] [HORIZONT AL FREQUENCY] [VER TICAL FREQUENCY] [SIGNAL TYPE] [VIDEO TYPE] [SYNC TYPE] [SYNC POLARITY] [SCAN TYPE] [WIRED LAN] [PROJECT OR NAME] [MA C ADDRESS] [VERSION] [PRODUCT] [SERIAL NUMBER] [FIRMW ARE] V ersion [D A T A] V ersion [CONTROL ID] (when [CONTR OL ID] is set)[...]

69 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET] Returning to Factory Default [RESET] The RESET feature allows y ou to change adjustments and settings to the f actor y preset for a (all) source (s) e xcept the f ollowing: [CURRENT SIGNAL] Resets the adjustments f or the current signal to the f actor y preset le v els. The it[...]

70 6. Maintenance S EL E C T M E N U E X I T E N T E R ST AT U S L A M P A UTOA D J . S O U R C E F O C U S Thi s s ect ion de scri bes th e s imp le mai nt ena nce pr oce dur es y ou sh oul d f ollo w to c lea n t he filt er s a nd rep lac e t he lam p . 1 Cleaning or Replacing the Filters The air-filter sponge k eeps dust and dir t from getting[...]

71 6. Maintenance 3. Reinstall the ne w filter cover (2 locations). • Inser t the filter cov er until you f eel click. 4. Clear the filter hour s used. T o reset the filter usage time, from the menu, select [RESET] → [CLEAR FIL TER HOURS]. ( → page 69 f or resetting the filter usage time.) NOTE: Do not wash the filter with soap and wate[...]

72 6. Maintenance  Replacing the Lamp When the lamp reaches the end of its lif e, the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will b link red. Even though the lamp ma y still be working, replace the lamp to maintain the optimal projector perf ormance. After replacing the lamp, be sure to clear the lamp hour meter . ( → page 69 ) CA UTION • DO NO T T O[...]

73 6. Maintenance 2. Remo ve the lamp housing. (1) Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips scre wdriver goes into a freewheeling condi - tion. • The two screws are not remov able. • There is an interlock on this case to prev ent the r isk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock. (2) Remov e th[...]

74 6. Maintenance 5. Connect the supplied po wer cable, turn on the Main P ower switch and turn on the pr ojector . 6. Finall y , select the menu → [RESET] → [CLEAR LAMP HOURS] to reset the lamp usa ge hours. NOTE: When you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life, the projector cannot t[...]

75 7. Appendix 1 T r oubleshooting This section helps you resolv e problems you ma y encounter while setting up or using the projector. Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator Condition Pr ojector Condition Note Off The main power is off – Blinking light Green 0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off The projector is getting ready to turn on. Wait for a mome[...]

76 7. Appendix Common Problems & Solutions ( → “P ower/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 75 .) Does not turn on or shut down Will turn off No picture Picture suddenly becomes dark Color tone or hue is unusual Image isn’t square to the screen Picture is blurred Flicker appears on screen Image is scrolling vertically , horizontally or both R[...]

77 7. Appendix If there is no picture, or the picture is not display ed correctly . • P ower on process f or the projector and the PC . Be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and before turning on the power to the notebook PC . In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not tur ned on [...]

78 7. Appendix  Specifications This section provides technical inf or mation about projector’ s perf ormance. Model Number NP600/NP500/NP400/NP500W Optical NP600/NP500/NP400 NP500W LCD P anel NP 600/ NP50 0: 0.63 inch LCD with Micro Lens Arr a y (Aspect Ratio 4:3) NP400: 0.63 inch LCD (Aspect Ratio 4:3) 0.59 inch LCD with Micro Lens Arra y (A[...]

79 7. Appendix P ower Requirement NP600/NP500/NP400: 100–240V A C , 50/60Hz NP600G/NP500G/NP400G: 200–240V AC , 50/60Hz NP500W: 100–240V A C , 50/60Hz NP500WG: 200–240V AC , 50/60Hz Input Current NP600: 3.8–1.5A NP500/NP400: 3.5–1.4A NP600G: 1.8A NP500G/NP400G: 1.6A NP500W: 3.8–1.5A NP500WG: 1.8A P ower Consumption NP600: 325W in Lamp[...]

80 7. Appendix SELECT MENU E XI T EN TE R STATUS LAMP AUTO ADJ. SOURCE FOCUS 263 (10.4") 78 (3.1") 108.5 (4.3") 55.3 (2.2") 76 (3.0") 308 (12.1")  Cabinet Dimensions Lens center Lens center Unit: mm (inch)[...]

81 7. Appendix Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector  Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector Signal Le vel Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal : TTL le vel 5 1 4 2 3 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 6 9 7 8 * Only COMPUTER 1 input connector suppor ted. Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) YCbCr Signal 1 Red Cr 2 Green or Sync on Green Y 3 Blue Cb 4 Groun[...]

82 7. Appendix  Compatible Input Signal List Horizontal: 15KHz to 100KHz (RGB: 24KHz or ov er) V er tical: 50Hz to 120Hz Signal Resolution (Dots) F requency H. (kHz) Refresh Rate (Hz) VIDEO NTSC - * 15.7 59.9 P AL - * 15.6 50.0 P AL60 - * 15.7 60.0 SECAM - * 15.6 50.0 IBM 640  480 31.5 59.9 640  480 31.5 60.0 640  480 37.9 72.8 640  [...]

83 7. Appendix NOTE: Contact your local dealer for a full list of the PC Control Codes if needed. Cable Connection Communication Protocol Baud rate .........................................19200 bps Data length ......................................8 bits Parity ...............................................No parity Stop bit .....................[...]

84 7. Appendix No image is displayed from your PC or video equipment to the projector . Still no image even though you connect the projector to the PC first, then start the PC. Enabling your notebook PC’ s signal output to the projector . • A combination of function keys will enable/disable the exter - nal display. Usually , the combination of[...]

85 7. Appendix In the space below please describe your problem in detail. Information on application and environment where your projector is used Projector Model number: Serial No.: Date of purchase: Lamp operating time (hours): Lamp Mode:  Normal  Eco Information on input signal: Horizontal synch frequency [ ] kHz Vertical synch frequency [ [...]

86 7. Appendix  T ravelCar e Guide T ravelCare - a service for international travelers This product is eligible for “T ra velCare”, NEC’s unique international warranty . Please note that T rav elCare cov era ge diff ers in par t from cov era ge under the warranty included with the product. Services offer ed with T ravelCare This warran ty [...]

87 7. Appendix Hyosung ITX Co ., Ltd. Ad dr es s: 1st Fl., Ire B/D . #2, 4Ga, Y angpy eng-Dong, Y oungdeungpo-Gu, Seoul, K orea 150-967 T elephone: +82 2 2163 4193 F ax Line: +82 2 2163 4196 Email Address: mone ybear@h yosung.com (Regions Cov ered) South K orea Lenso Communication Co ., Ltd. Address: 292 Lenso House 4, 1st Floor, Sr inakarin Road, [...]

88 7. Appendix T O: NEC or NEC’ s Authorized Service Station: FM: (Company & Name with signature) Dear Sir (s), I would like to apply your T rav elCare Ser vice Program based on attached registration and qualification sheet and agree with y our follo wing conditions, and also the Service fee will be charged to my credit card account, if I do[...]

89 7. Appendix 5. Loan Service Charges and Conditions: Upon acceptance of this NEC Projector, Customer agrees to assume liability for this loan unit. The current cost of use of this loan unit is US$200 for 12 calendar days . If Customer does not retur n the unit within the 12 calendar days, Cus- tomer will be charged the next highest cost up to and[...]

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