NEC NP4001-09ZL manual

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    Projector NP4001/NP4000 User’s Manual[...]

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    © NEC Display Solutions, Ltd. 2007 Second edition July 2007 • DLP, BrilliantColor and DynamicBlack are trademarks of Texas Instruments. • IBM is a trademark or registered trade mark of International Business Machin es Corpora- tion. • Macintosh, Mac OS X and PowerBoo k are tradem arks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countrie[...]

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    i Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before usin g your NEC NP4001 /NP4000 projecto r and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number i s located on the bottom of your projector. Record it here: CAUTION: To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet. The powe[...]

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    Important Information ii Laser Rating This label is on the side of the remote control. This mark is on the top of the remote control. CAUTION Use of controls or adju stments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in haza rdous radiation exposure. CAUTION Do not look into the laser pointer while it is on an d do no[...]

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    Important Information iii RF Interference (for USA only) WARNING: The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specifi ed by NEC Display Solutions of Amer- ica, Inc. in this manual. Failure to comp ly with this government regulation could void your right to operate this equi pment. This [...]

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    Important Information iv • If you wish to have the proj ector installed on the ceiling:  Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.  The projector must be installed by quali f ied technicians in or der to ensure proper operation and reduce the ri sk of bodily injury.  In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the p[...]

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    Important Information v Fire and Shock Precautions • Ensure that there is sufficient ventilati on and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside your projector. A llow at le ast 8 inches (2 0cm) of space be - tween your projector and a wall. • Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet on the rear as it can become heated[...]

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    Important Information vi • Turn off the projector, unplug the powe r cable an d have the projector serviced by qualified service personnel under the following co nditions:  When the power cable or plug is damaged or frayed .  If liquid has been spill ed into the projector, or if it has been expose d to rain or water.  If the projector do[...]

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    Important Information vii Remote Control Precautions • Handle the remote control carefully. • If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. • Avoid excessive heat and humidity. • Do not heat, take apart, or throw batteries into fire. • If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries. • Ensure[...]

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    viii Table of Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATI ON ............................................................................................................. I S AFETY C AUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... . I TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................[...]

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    Table of Contents ix Lens Shift Adjustable Rang e ..................................................................................................... 42 From the Remote Control Unit .................................................................................................. 42 Adjusting the Projector Level ..................................[...]

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    Table of Contents x Version .......................................................................................................................................... 99 v R ESET M ENU D ESCRIPTIONS AND F UNCTIONS .......................................................................... 101 6. MAINTENANCE ..........................................[...]

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    1 1. Introduction n What’s in the Box? Carefully unpack the projector and che ck that the following items are in cluded: NP4001/NP40 00 Projector Remote C ontrol (79TD5521) (with Two AA al kaline batt eries) Power cable 3.6m/11.8 ft. (North Am erica: 79TD57 01) (Europe: 79TD57 11) (Japan: 79TD 5691) Remote Cabl e 10m/33ft (79TD5481)  Qu ick se[...]

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    1. Introduction 2 o Introduction to the Projector Features you’ll enjoy: z DLP projector wit h high resoluti on z Native WXGA supp ort (NP4001 on ly) A WXGA (1280 x 768) resolu tion provides w ide screen disp lay with an aspect ratio of 15:9. z High brightness High brightness output of 5200 an d 45 00 lumens (NP4000 an d NP4001 respec- tively) is[...]

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    1. Introduction 3 p Part Names of the Projector Front-right view I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTIO N S EE PAGE : 1. IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 12 2. Lamp cover Remove cover to replace lamp or color wheel 107 3. Lens control panel See Lens Controls 7 4. OSD control panel See OSD Controls and Status LEDS 8 5. I/O connector panel Co[...]

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    1. Introduction 4 Top View I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTIO N S EE PAGE : 1. Lens control panel See 3 Lens Controls 7 2. Right-hand speaker Right-hand speaker — 3. Lamp cover Remove cover to replace lamp or color wheel 107 4. Exhaust vent Exhaust vent – do not obstruct — 5. OSD control panel See 3 OSD Controls and Status LEDS 8 6. Rear intake vent Re[...]

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    1. Introduction 5 Carrying the Projector Always carry your projector by the handle. Before moving or carrying the projector, disconne ct the power cable and any other ca- bles that may be attached to it. When moving the projector or wh en the projecto r is not in use, cover the lens with the lens cap. To extend the projector handle, refer to the fo[...]

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    1. Introduction 6 Bottom view I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTIO N S EE PAGE : 1. Height adjusters Adjust projection height 44 2. Intake vent Color wheel cooling vent – do not obstruct — 3. Front filter Keep the fan free of dust – clean regularly for optimum performance 103 4. Ceiling support holes Contact your dealer for information on mounting the pr[...]

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    1. Introduction 7 q Top Features Lens Controls I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTIO N S EE PAGE : 1. ZOOM Increase/decrease projected image size 50 2. UP CURSOR 3. RIGHT CURSOR 4. DOWN CURSOR 5. LEFT CURSOR Move image left, right, up, or down 6. FOCUS Focus the projected image 50[...]

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    1. Introduction 8 OSD Controls and Status LEDS I TEM L ABEL D ESC RIPTION S EE P AGE : 1. MENU Open / Close the OSD 61 2. SELECT PAD Navigate and change settings in the OSD 61 3. RIGHT CURSOR/ VOLUME INCREASE Increase volume 46 4. EXIT Exit the On-Screen Display (OSD) 62 5. SOURCE Change or select the input device 39 6. AUTO ADJUST Optimize image s[...]

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    1. Introduction 9 I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTIO N S EE PAGE : Green 8. LAMP 2 Flashing See Indicator Messages 113 Green Orange 9. POWER (LED) Flashing See Indicator Messages 112 10. STATUS (LED) Green Lamp ready you can safely turn on or off the projector 112 11. ON/STAND BY Turn the projector on or off (main power switch must be turned on first) 10, 37[...]

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    1. Introduction 10 r Terminal Panel Features I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTION S EE PAG E : 1. COMPUTER 3 IN Connect the DVI cable (not supplied) from a computer 31 2. AUDIO IN (3) Connect the audio cable (not supplied) from the input device — 3. AUDIO OUT Audio loop-thru — 4. MONITOR OUT Connect to a monitor — 5. REMOTE 2 Connect the remote to the p[...]

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    1. Introduction 11 I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTION S EE PAG E : 10. SC TRIGGER When connected to the screen through a commercially available cable, the scree n de- ploys automatically on start up of the projector. The screen retracts when the pro- jector is powered off (see notes below) 130 11. S-VIDEO Connect a commercially available S-video cable from [...]

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    1. Introduction 12 s Part Names of the Remote Control The Remote Control unit supplied with t he projector combines erg onomic design and utility and includes feature s such as Volume and Z oom Co ntrol, Freeze Frame and a useful poi nt- ing tool in the form of a laser. Refer to t he following diagram and table for button locatio n and functionalit[...]

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    1. Introduction 13 Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fl uorescent lighting turned on. Certain high- frequency fluorescent lights can disr upt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path betw een the remote control and the projec- tor. If the path between remote and proj ector is obstructed, you can bounce the r[...]

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    1. Introduction 14 Battery Installation The Remote Control unit inclu ded with the projector does not co ntain batteries, though batteries are supplied as part of the co mplete package. To insert (or replace) the batte r- ies, refer to the following guide. 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by squeezing the locking catch (A) and sliding the co[...]

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    1. Introduction 15 Operating Range for Wi reless Remote Control The infrared signal operates by lin e-of-sight up to a distance of a bout 22 feet (7m) and within a 60-degree angle of the remote sensor o n the projector cabi net. The projector will not respond if there are o bjects between the remote control and the sensor, or if strong light falls [...]

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    1. Introduction 16 Using the Remote Control in Wired Operation Connect the supplied rem ote cable to the REMOTE2 jack on the proje ctor (see r Ter- minal Panel Features on page 10 ) and the other end to the remote jack on the remote control (see item 1, s Part Names of the Remote Cont rol on page 12 ). Note: Connecting the remote cabl e to the REMO[...]

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    17 2. Installation and Connections n Setting Up the Screen and the Projector This section briefly descri bes how to set up your projector and h ow to connect video and audio sources. Your projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: • Set up a screen and the projector. • Connect your computer or video equip[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 18 o Selecting a Location Locating the projector co rrec tly ensures optimum performa nce and a longer parts life. Take note of the following when setting up the proje ctor: • The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy. • Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. • Ensure ca[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 19 p Installing or Removing the Optional Lens CAUTION: • Do not shake or place excessive pressure on the projecto r or the lens compo- nents as the projector and lens com ponents contain precision parts. • When shipping the projecto r with the optional lens, remove the optional len s before shipping the projector[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 20 2. Push the LENS RELEASE button all the way in and rotate the lens counterclockwise. The existing lens will be disengaged. Note: If the lens cannot be removed even by using the LENS RELEASE button, the anti-theft screw for lens may be in use to secure the lens. If that is the case, remove the anti-theft screw firs[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 21 Installing the New Lens 1. Insert the lens with the arrow mark on top. 2. Rotate the lens clock- wise until you feel it click into place. Installing the New Lens Using the anti-theft screw Using the anti-theft screw to prevent theft of the lens. Tighten the supplied anti-theft screw on the front bottom. A A n n t [...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 22 q Throw Distance and Screen Size Example of NP08ZL: The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The mi nimum size the image can be is approximately 40 inche s (1 m) measured diagonally when the projector i s roughly 65 inches (1.7 m) from the wall or sc reen. The largest the image [...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 23 NP4000 Throw Distance and Screen Size Values Screen Size NP06FL NP07ZL NP08ZL Diagonal Width Height (B) Distance (A) [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] 40 1.02 32 0.81 24 0.61 41.7 - 56.8 1 .06 - 1.44 55.8 - 74.4 1.42 - 1.89 50 1.27 40 1.02 30 0.76 30.7 0.78 52.6 - 71. 5 [...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 24 NP4001 Throw Distance and Screen Size Values Screen Size NP06FL NP07ZL NP08ZL Diagonal Width Height (B) Distance (A) [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] [inches] [m] 40 1.02 34.3 0.87 20.5 0.52 45.4 - 61. 8 1.15 - 1.57 60.9 - 81.0 1.55 - 2.06 50 1.27 42.9 1.09 25.6 0.65 33.5 0.85 57.2 [...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 25 For screen sizes between 40 inches and 500 inch es not indicated in the tables on pages 23 and 24 , use the formulas below for the throw di stance: T HROW D ISTANCE F OR NP4000 L ENS [ INCHES ] [ METERS ] NP06FL B × 0.808 - 1.654 B × 0.808 - 0.042 NP07ZL B × 1.361 - 1.85 through B × 1.831 - 1.811 B × 1.361 - [...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 26 CAUTION Ceiling installation must be done by a qu alified profession al. Contact your NEC dealer for more information. It is not recommended you install the projector your self. Only use the projector on a solid, level surfa c e. Serious injury and dam- age can occur if the projector falls to the ground. Do not us[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 27 r Replacing Color Wheel The NP4001/NP4000 proj ector comes with a f our-segment color wheel installed. An addi- tional six-segment color wheel come s included. To re place the color wh eel (located under the lamp cover adjacent to lamp 1) re fer to the following guide. Note: • Before replacing the color wheel, b[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 28 3. Remove the screws from the color wheel cover. Lift cover in the direction shown and place on a clean, dust free surface. 4. Unscrew the retaining screws on the four-segment color wheel. Note: Improper (loose) installation of the color wheel prevents an image from being displayed. 5. Lift the unit in the direc- [...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 29 6. Insert the six-segment color wheel 7. Secure the retaining screws as shown. 8. Replace the wheel cover as shown and secure the screws to lock the cover in place.[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 30 9. Align the lamp cover (A) with the arrow mark on the cabinet and slide it into place. 10 . Secure the captive screw (B). Storing Unused Color Whe el: Keep the unused color wheel in the zip per bag in which the supplied 6-segment color wheel was packaged. This bag prevents dust from falling or collecting on the c[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 31 s Making Connections Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer Enabling the computer’ s external display Displaying an image on the note book PC’s sc reen does not necessarily mean it outputs a signal to the projector. When using a PC co mpatible laptop, a com b ination of function keys will enable/disable the [...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 32 2. Turn on the projector and select the chosen method o f connection from the source menu before turning on the PC (see o Selecting a Source on page 39 ). 3. Turn on the PC. Note: Failure to follow the above steps may not ac tivate the digital output of the graphics card resulting in no picture being display ed. S[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 33 Connecting an External Monitor Connect an external monit or to the projector through RGB out connections as shown be- low (see item 4, r Terminal Panel Features on page 10 ). Note: • Daisy chain connecti on is not possible. • The MONITOR OUT connector will output no video signal (Digital signal) from the COMPU[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 34 Connecting Your DVD Player with Component Output To connect a DVD Player to the projecto r, refer to the following guide. 1. Connect the DVD Player to the projector as shown below before turning on the Player or the projector. 2. Turn on the projector and select Component from the source menu before turn- ing on t[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 35 Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player To connect you VCR or Laser Di sc Player, refer to the following diagram. Note: Refer to your VCR or laser disc player ow ner’s manual for more information about your device’s requirements. Images may not be displayed correctly when using an S-Video or Video connec- tio[...]

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    2. Installation and Connections 36 t Connecting the Supplie d Power Cable Refer to the following guideline s to connect the power supply to the projector. 1. Locate the projector correctly. See o Selecting a Location on page 18 . 2. Ensure Main Power switch is in the off position (O). 3. Connect power cable to mains outlet. 4. Connect power cable t[...]

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    37 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) n Turning on the Projector Once the projector is correctly located and the powe r cable and other connectio ns are in place, it is important that the projector is powered on corre c tly in order to avoid damage to components and un necessary wear an d tear. Refer to the following guide to powe r on the pr[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 38 Note on Startup Screen (Me nu Language Select screen) In the first instance of powering on the proj ector, the language menu is displayed to se- lect the default language. Select the required default language u s ing the ▲ or ▼ buttons on the OSD menu panel or the remote control unit and press Enter .[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 39 o Selecting a Source The Source can be selected from the projector's control pa nel or from the remote control unit. Refer to the following gui de to select Source. 1. Press Menu on the OSD control panel or on the remote control unit to dis- play the Main Menu . Scroll to the Source menu using ▲ or[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 40 p Adjusting the Picture Position and Picture Size The Picture Position and Picture Size can be adju s ted manually from the lens control panel or from the remote control unit. Refer to the follo wing guides to adjust Picture Po sition manually. Adjusting Picture Position Manually 1. Press the Select keypa[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 41 4. The Aspect Ratio win- dow is displayed. Select the desired picture size using ▲ or ▼ and press Enter . Note: The NP4000 and NP4001 support different Aspect Ratio options as shown. 5. When finished, press Exit to return to the projected image. NP4000 Aspect Ratio Options NP4001 Aspect Ratio Options[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 42 Lens Shift Adjustable Range The adjustable range for le ns shift is tabulat ed below and subject to the conditio ns listed. Note: The drawings below are applied to the lenses for NP07ZL, NP08ZL, NP09ZL, and NP10ZL. The lens for NP06FL does not have a lens shift feature. From the Remote Control Unit 1. Pre[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 43 2. Press the directional keys as required to shift the image. Releasing the di- rectional arrow will re- center the cursor. 3. To alter the picture size, press the Aspect button to display the Aspect Ratio window. Note: The NP4000 and NP4001 support different Aspect Ratio options as shown. 4. Select the d[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 44 Adjusting the Projector Level 1. To raise the level of the projec- tor, twist the adjusters clockwise. 2. To lower the level of the projec- tor, lift the projector and twist the adjusters counter clockwise.[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 45 q Optimizing an RGB Image Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust To optimize an RGB image automatically refer to the following gui de. Press the Auto ADJ. button on the Remote Unit (see item 27, s Part Names of the Re- mote Control on page 12 ) to optimize an RGB image automatically. This adj[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 46 r Adjusting Volume Up and Down The volume can be adjusted from the OS D Control Panel or with the Remote Control u nit. Refer to the following as a guide. 1. Press the Volume +/- buttons on the remote control or the Select pad left and right keys on the OSD control panel. The volume level is displayed on [...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 47 s Turning off the Projector Once the projector is no longer req u ired, it is important to shut it down correctly to avoid damage or unnecessary wear a nd tear to the projector. CAUTION • Do not unplug the power cable from the wall outlet o r projector when the projector is powe red on. Doing so can cau[...]

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    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 48 About Direct Power Off The projector has a feature called "Dire ct Power Off". This feature allows the projector to be turned off (even when projecting a n image) using a power strip equipped with a switch and a breaker. Note: Before using Direct Power Off, be sure to allow at least 20 m inutes [...]

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    49 4. Convenient Features n Turning Off the Image and Sound The projected image and sound can be turn ed off for short periods of time with the remote control. This feature is usef ul for breaking up presentations or for other brief interruptions in projections. To turn off the picture and image, refe r to the following guide. 1. Press the PIC-MUTE[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 50 p Adjusting the Focus/Zoom Manually The focus and zoom can b e adjusted manually from the projector focus/zoom p anel or from the remote control unit. Refer to the following g uides to adjust the focus and zoom manually. Adjusting by Using the OSD Control Panel 1. Press the Focus or Zoom button on the projector panel to di[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 51 q Changing Lamp Mode The projector has two lamp modes avai lable, Normal and Eco . The Normal mode is used for everyday standard projection, whereas t he Eco mode is used for saving powe r and lamp life. To change the Lamp Mode, refer to the followi ng guides. Changing Lamp Mode by Using the Projector's OSD Control Pa[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 52 Changing Lamp Mode by Using the Remote Control 1. Press the Lamp Mode button on the remote control to access the Lamp Mode menu. 2. From the Lamp Mode window, select Normal or Eco using ▲ or ▼ . Move the cursor to OK and press Enter . Note: When the projector is in Eco m ode, brightness may be affected. Normal Mode: 10[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 53 r Getting Information Press the HELP button on the remote co ntrol to display the "Information" screen. Use ◄ or ► to select a tab.[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 54 s Adjusting Position/Clock The Position/Clock/Phase and Keystone Corre c tion can be adjusted manually from the pro - jector's control panel or fro m the remote control unit. Refer to the following gui des to adjust the Keystone Distortion manually. Adjusting Position/Clock/Phase by Using the OSD Control Panel 1. Pres[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 55 Correcting Keystone by Using the Remote Control IMPORTANT: When adjusting the keystone, set the le ns shift position to the following. • Horizontal: the lens center • Vertical: the bottom of the projected image is aligned with the lens center line in height. 1. Press the Keystone button to display the Keystone window. [...]

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    4. Convenient Features 56 A DJUSTMENT H ORIZONTAL V ERTICAL Keystone Max. +/– 35° appr ox. Max. +/– 40° approx. The following are conditions under which the maximum angle is achieved:  When the NP08ZL lens is used When the lens shift position is se t to the following.  Horizontal: the lens center  Vertical: the bottom of the projecte[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 57 t Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector The projector has an inbuilt security featur e to lock the OSD contro l panels and deny remote control operation. The secu rity feature has no default keyword; in the first instance of ena- bling the security feature, t he user must define a keyword. Locking the Projector [...]

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    4. Convenient Features 58 3. You are prompted to enable the Security Function. Select OK and press Enter . Select On using the ▼ button. 4. The keyword window is dis- played. Enter a keyword between 4 and 10 characters using ▲▼◄► . Press Enter . 5. Once a successful keyword is entered, a confirmation screen is displayed. Enter the same pa[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 59 Unlocking the Projector To unlock the projector, refer to the following g uide. 1. When the projector is locked, either by request during opera- tion or at start up, the locked message is displayed. 2. To unlock the projector, press Menu on the control panel or remote control. The keyword window is displayed. Enter the pre[...]

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    4. Convenient Features 60 u Using the Physical Lock For security and authorized usag e, the projecto r comes with two types of security features, the Kensington Lock and t he Security Ch ain Lock. Using the Kensington Lock If you are concerned abo ut security, attach the projector to a permanent object with the Kensington slot and a se curity cable[...]

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    61 5. Using On-Screen Display n Using the Menus The projector has an On-Screen Display (OSD) that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD. The followin g illustration shows the corresponding butto[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 62 2. Press the cursor ◄ or ► button to move through secondary menus. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select menu items and ◄ or ► to change val- ues for settings. Press Enter to confirm the new setting. 4. Press Exit to close the OSD or leave a submenu.[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 63 o Menu Tree The gray shaded area indicates factory default settings. M ENU I TEM Source Computer 1, Computer 2, Computer 3, Com ponent, Video, S-Video Adjust Picture Preset High-Bright/P resentation/Video/Movie/Graphic/sRGB Detail Settings General Reference High-Bright/Presentation/ Video/Movie/Graphic/sRGB Gamma Corre[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 64 M ENU I TEM Installation Orientation Desktop Front/Ceiling Rear/Desktop Rear/Ceiling Front Communication Speed 4800bps/9600bps/19200bps/38400bps Menu Color Select Color/Monochrome Display Time Manual/Auto 5s/Auto 15s/Auto 45s Background Blue/Black/Logo Security Off/On Control Panel Lock Off/On DynamicBlack Off/On Remot[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 65 p Menu Elements Some menus and windows contain large amounts of information in a small area. Refe r to the following guide to navigate through options more ea sily. Menu windows or dialog windows typically contain the following elements: I TEM L ABEL D ESCRIPTIO N 1. Title Indicates the menu title. 2. Highlight Indicat[...]

  • Page 78

    5. Using On-Screen Display 66 q Source Menu Descriptions and Functions The Source menu displays all suppo rted image sources. Select the required source from the menu using ▲ or ▼ and press Enter to confirm. I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N Computer 1 Select the source connected to the Computer 1 input (see Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer on page 3[...]

  • Page 79

    5. Using On-Screen Display 67 r Adjust Menu Descriptions and Functions The Adjust menu contains overall projector setting s for image output such as sharpness, overscan and color matrix. Three tabs are accessi ble through the Adju st menu, Picture, Image Options and Video. Picture menu The picture menu is used to alter picture setting s and can be [...]

  • Page 80

    5. Using On-Screen Display 68 Image Options Menu The Image Options menu is used to conf igure image options such as screen positioning and aspect ratio. Access the image o p tions menu in the Adjust menu. The following table lists all functions with a description and the default setting. I TEM D ESCRIPTION Aspect Ratio Select Aspect Ratio using ◄[...]

  • Page 81

    5. Using On-Screen Display 69 Aspect Ratio Aspect Ratio alters the appea rance or Ratio of the projected ima ge. The NP4000 and NP4001 support different Aspect Ratio o ptions as shown. NP4000 Aspect Ratio Options: 4:3 – Standard TV screen (4:3), proportionally four u nits wide for every three units high, no matter the size of the screen. 16:9 –[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 70 NP4001 Aspect Ratio Options: 4:3 – Standard TV screen (4:3), proportionally four u nits wide for every three units high, no matter the size of the screen. 16:9 – A wide-screen aspect ratio for video. 15:9 – Uses the full display. Letterbox – Reduced image to display the true aspect with black borders on top and[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 71[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 72 Overscan Video images normally ex ceed the size of the displa y screen. The edge of the picture may or may not de displayed correctly. The border area that is cropped can be adjusted by using the Overscan menu. Set the overscan percentage between 0 – 15% to compensate for different screen sizes. WXGA Mode (NP4001 onl[...]

  • Page 85

    5. Using On-Screen Display 73 Video Menu The Video menu is used to configure image optio ns such as deinterlace and telecin e. Access the Video menu in the Adjust menu. The following table lists all functions with a description and the default setting. A detailed description follows the table. I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N Noise Reduction Select Noise Reduct[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 74 Noise Reduction Select the level of noise reduction re quired. Range: Off, Low, Medium, High. 3D Y/C Separation 3D Y/C Separation sepa rates composite signal to Y (brightne ss) signal and C (color) signal, and can help to produce clearer and sharp er images without overlapping colors (rainbow effect). Set 3D Y/C Separa[...]

  • Page 87

    5. Using On-Screen Display 75 Color Matrix Color Matrices define the amount of the three-colo r components R (red), G (green), and B (blue) in a single point in color sp ace. Select from the following: Auto – Auto selects the color matrix. RGB – Sets the color matri x to RGB, use for PC monitor or camera imaging. SDTV – Sets the color matrix [...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 76 s Detail Settings Menu Descriptions and Functions The Detail Settings menu contains basic and advance d color adjustment option s such as gamma correction, color contrast and color correction. General The General tab contains general Detai l Settings such as gamma correction and color temperature. Access to the General[...]

  • Page 89

    5. Using On-Screen Display 77 Reference The Reference mode allo ws the projector to differentiate between source materials for example movies, PC images or video st ills. Select from the following: High-Bright – Select for use in a brightly lit room. Presentation – Select if the proj ector is to be used for presentation purposes. Video – Sele[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 78 White Balance White Balance allows the projector to compe nsa te for different colors of light being emit- ted by different light sources. The following table lists all functions with a brief description. I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N Brightness R Set the Brightness R value to compensate for red light sources. Brightness G Set t[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 79 Color Correction The Color Correction tab enable s the adjustme nt of color values in an image to remove unwanted effects, improve color, cha r acteristics o r add more of a particular color. The following table lists all functions with a brief description. I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N Red Increase or decrease the amount of red[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 80 t Setup Menu Descriptions and Functions The Setup menus contain the most often used settings durin g installation and options to customize the general o utput of the projector. Three tabs are accessible through the Setup menu, general, installation and option. General The General tab contains general setup options such[...]

  • Page 93

    5. Using On-Screen Display 81 Keystone The keystone trapezoid ca n be adjusted by selecting this option. Select Horizontal or Vertical usin g ▲ or ▼ then, use ◄ or ► to adjust the projected image appearance as required. Lamp Mode Select Normal or Eco from the lamp mode window. Th e lamp life can be extended by us- ing the Eco mode and the f[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 82 Lamp Interval Lamp Interval determines the pe riod of time after which the lamp should be swap when lamp select is not Dual. Select from the following: Off , 1 w eek , 4 w eek and 2000H Menu Mode Select the Menu Mode to display. Select from the following: Basic Menu – Displays menus with minimum essential options. Th[...]

  • Page 95

    5. Using On-Screen Display 83 Language Select the OSD language to be used. Select from the following:  English  German  French  Italian  Spanish  Sw ed is h  Japanese  Simplified Chinese[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 84 Installation The Installation tab contains menu opti ons for various setup conditions such as orienta- tion and remote sensor mode and is accessed throu gh the Setup menu. The following table lists all functions with a brief description. I TEM D ESC RIPTION Orientation Select from four projection met hods depending on [...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 85 I TEM D ESC RIPTION Control Panel Lock Set Control Panel Lock On/Off. Note: y This Control Panel Lock does not affect the remote control functions. y When the control panel is lo cked, pressing and holding the Exit button on the projector c abinet for about 10 seconds. The setting will change to Off. DynamicBlack (TM) [...]

  • Page 98

    5. Using On-Screen Display 86 Desktop front Ceiling rear Ceiling front Desktop rear Communication Speed Select communication speed to set the baud rate of the conne ction. Note: Longer cable connections may require lower settings. Select from the following options:  4800bps  9600bps  19200bps  38400bps Menu Color Select Select color mod[...]

  • Page 99

    5. Using On-Screen Display 87  Color  Monochrome Display Time Sets the amount of time a menu is displayed. Select from the following: Manual – Menus stay on screen until the Menu button is pressed again. Auto 5 secs – Menu is displayed for 5 second s. Auto 15 secs – Menu is displayed for 1 5 seconds. Auto 45 secs – Menu is displayed f[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 88 Background Background enables yo u to display a blue/black screen when there is no signal. The de- fault background is blue. Select from the following:  Blue  Black  Logo Security See t Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Proje c tor on page 57 . Control Panel Lock Turn On/Off the Key Lock function for cabi[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 89 DynamicBlack DynamicBlack enables you to improve the black level of the projector. Remote Sensor Set the operating range for the wireless remote control. Select from the following:  Front/Back  Front  Back LAN Settings See LAN Settings on page 91 . Standby Mode There are two standby modes avail able: Normal an[...]

  • Page 102

    5. Using On-Screen Display 90 Select from the following:  Normal  Power-saving Note: The HTTP server functions are not available during Power-saving mode. The MONITOR OUT function is not av ailable during Power-saving mode. Control through the PC Control connect or and LAN mode is not available during Power-saving mode. For PC control and LAN[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 91 LAN Settings The LAN settings tab is acce ssed by using the Setup /Inst allation tab and contains ge n- eral LAN settings. The following table lists all functions with a description and the default setting. I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N DHCP Select either a static IP or DHCP IP setting by selecting the appropriate radio button. [...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 92 Options The Options tab contains miscellaneous setup men u settings such as Power Manage- ment and Default Source Select an d can be accessed by using the Setup Menu. The following table lists all functions with a description and the default setting. I TEM D ESCR IPTION Auto Start Set this item on to enable the project[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 93 I TEM D ESCR IPTION Color System Select the default Color System to use for Video or S-Video input. Range: Auto, NTSC, PAL, SECAM (see page 95 ). Filter Message Set this item to on to have the projector display a me ssage when the air filter needs servicing. Range: Off, 100[H], 200[H] , 500[H], 1000[H] (see page 95 ). [...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 94 Select from the following:  Off  5 minutes  10 minutes  20 minutes  30 minutes Screen Trigger Set Screen Trigger to On to enable the projector to automatically lower the projection screen when powering on. When powering off, Screen tr igger stops sending a low volt- age trigger to the screen controller a[...]

  • Page 107

    5. Using On-Screen Display 95 Last – Uses the most recently used ima ge source. Auto – Auto detects the default image sou rce. Computer1/2/3 – Uses Computer1, 2 or 3 as the default image source. Component – Uses last component a s the default image source. Video – Uses last video input as default image source. S-Video – Uses last S-vide[...]

  • Page 108

    5. Using On-Screen Display 96 u Information Menu Descriptions and Functions The information menu provides o nly screens to access details quickly. The Information menu contains four distinct tabs. Usage Time The Usage Time tab displays information about lam p usage and remaining lamp life. The following table lists all items with a descri ption. I [...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 97 Source The Source tab displays various sou rce and frequency values at a glance. The following table lists all items with a descri ption. I TEM D ESCRIPTION Input Terminal Displays the Input Terminal that is presently being used. Source Name Displays the Source name of the signal presently being used. Horizontal Freque[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 98 LAN The LAN tab displays LA N settings as previously defined (see LAN Settings on page 89 ).[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 99 Version The Version tab displays all the version and pr oduct details of the projector and associ- ated software. NP4000 Version Screen: NP4001 Version Screen:[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 100 The following table lists all items with a descri ption. I TEM D ESCRIPTION Product Displays Product ID. Serial Number Display s projector Serial Number. Firmware Displays Firmware version and Color Wheel currently installed (4-seg or 6-seg). Data Displays Data version.[...]

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    5. Using On-Screen Display 101 v Reset Menu Descriptions and Functions Occasionally, circumstances may re quire that factory defaults are reset, for demonstration purposes for example, or when co mponents are replaced. The Reset menu contains options for returning setting s to the factory default and is accessed via the Main menu. The following tab[...]

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    102 6. Maintenance n Cleaning the projector Cleaning the Cabinet Refer to the following guide to clean the projector cabinet. 1. Wipe off dust with a clean dampened cloth. 2. Moisten the cloth with warm water and mild detergen t and wipe the cabinet. 3. Rinse all detergent from the cl oth and wipe the proje c tor again. CAUTION To prevent discolora[...]

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    6. Maintenance 103 Cleaning the Filters The projector uses three f ilters to keep the fans f ree of dust and other pa rticles, and should be cleane d every 500 hours of operati on. In dustier environments, it is reco m- mended to clean the filters more frequently. If t he filter is di rty or clogged, your projector may overheat. When the message be[...]

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    6. Maintenance 104 3. The rear filter can be accessed as shown. Once the filters are clean ed, please reset the filter hours via the Clear Filte r Hours op- tion in the v Reset Menu Descriptions and Functions on page 101 . Note: Using the projector without t he air filter fitted inside, dirt and dust are sucked into the projector, causing failure.[...]

  • Page 117

    6. Maintenance 105 o Replacing Consumable Parts During the course of norm al usage, consumable part s become worn out resulting in reduced performance. The following guide s detail how to replace the vario u s consumable part s within the projector quickly and safely. Before replacing any of the parts, please take note of the following: • Ensure [...]

  • Page 118

    6. Maintenance 106 3. Insert replacement foam and press down firmly. 4. Replace the filter covers by pushing gently in the direction shown. Once the filters are replaced, plea se reset the filter hours via the Clear Filter Hours op- tion in the v Reset Menu Descriptions and Functions on page 101 .[...]

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    6. Maintenance 107 Replacing the Lamps When a lamp reaches the end of it’s usable lif e, the followi ng message is displa yed. Re- place the lamp. The projection lamps sho uld be replaced when they burn out. They should only be re- placed with a certified replacem ent part, contact your local dealer if unsure. Note: 1. Lamps are positioned differ[...]

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    6. Maintenance 108 To replace the lamp, refer to the following. 1. Loosen the screw on the lamp cover (A), and remove the lamp cover as shown (B). 2. Loosen the two captive screws (A) on the lamp module. Lift the module handle up (B) in the direction shown. A A B B 3. Pull firmly on the module handle in the direction shown to remove the lamp. 4. Re[...]

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    6. Maintenance 109 Resetting the Lamp Hours Counter After replacing the lam p(s), the lamp hour co unter(s) should be reset to zero. Refer to the following guide: 1. Press the Menu button on the OSD control panel or Re- mote Control to open the Main menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move to the Reset menu and press Enter . 3. The Reset menu i[...]

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    110 7. Appendix n Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR) The optional remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your compute r’s mouse func- tions from the remote control. It is a great convenience for clicking through you r computer- generated presentations. Connecting the remote mouse receiver to your computer If you wish to use t[...]

  • Page 123

    7. Appendix 111 When connecting using the USB terminal The mouse receiver can only be used with a Microsoft Windows 98/Me/XP*/2000 PC system or a Mac OS X 10.0.0 or later operating system. Note: In Windows XP, if the mouse cursor will not move correctly, do the following: Clear the Enhance pointer precis ion check box underneath t he mouse speed sl[...]

  • Page 124

    7. Appendix 112 o Troubleshooting Indicator Messages Several indicator messages are u sed by the projector to alert users of problems with setup or internal parts. The LEDs on the top surface of the projecto r show the status o f the power, lamps 1 and 2 as well as the general worki ng order of the projector through the status LED (see OSD Controls[...]

  • Page 125

    7. Appendix 113 The Lamp LEDs P ROJECTOR S TATUS LED C ONDITION LED S EQUENCE P ROJECTOR C ONDITION Lamp off Off Off Lamp off End of the lamp life Red blink 0.5 secs on 0.5 secs off Replace lamp (see notes below) No lamp Red 1 time blink (repeatedly) 0.5 secs on 2.5 secs off ERROR Lamp ERROR Red 6 times blink (repeatedly) (0.5 secs ON > 0.5 secs[...]

  • Page 126

    7. Appendix 114 Common Problems and Solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal wit h problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolv ed, contact your dealer for assistance. Often the problem is something as simple as a lo ose connection. Check the following before proceeding to the problem-sp ecific solution[...]

  • Page 127

    7. Appendix 115 p Image Problems Problem: No image appears on the screen 1. Verify the settings on your notebook or desktop PC. 2. Turn off all equipment and power up again in the correct order. Problem: The image is blurred 1. Adjust the Focus on the projector. 2. Press the Aut o Adjust button on the remote control or projector. 3. Ensure the proj[...]

  • Page 128

    7. Appendix 116 Lamp Problems Problem: There is no light from the projector 1. Check that the power cable is securely con nected. 2. Ensure the power source is good by testing with another electrical device. 3. Restart the projector in the correct order and check that the Power LED is green. 4. If you have replaced the lamp recently, try resetting [...]

  • Page 129

    7. Appendix 117 Audio Problems Problem: There is no sound 1. Adjust the volume on the remote control. 2. Adjust the volume of the audio source. 3. Check the audio cable connection. 4. Test the source audio output with other speakers. 5. Have the projector serviced. Problem: The sound is distorted 1. Check the audio cable connection. 2. Test the sou[...]

  • Page 130

    7. Appendix 118 q Having the Projector Serviced If you are unable to solve the problem, you shoul d have the proje c tor serviced. Pack the pro- jector in the original carton. Include a d escripti on of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when trying to fix the problem. The information may be useful to the service person- nel. Return [...]

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    119 8. Specifications n Projector Specifications This section provides technical informat ion about the proj ector's performance. Optical Specifications I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N Projection syst em Single DLP TM chip, 4 segment color wheel Resolution 1024 X 768 pi xels (NP4000) / 1280 x 76 8 pixels (NP4001) * (up to UXGA @ 60 Hz, up to SXGA+ @ 60 Hz[...]

  • Page 132

    8. Specifications 120 Electrical Specifications I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N Inputs 1 Analog RGB (Mini D-Sub 15P), 1 An alog RGB R/Cr, G/Y, B/Cb, H, V (BNC x 5), 1 Digi tal RGB (DV I-D 24P), 1 Compone nt Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr (RCA x 3), 1 Com ponent (Mini D-Sub 15 P) shared with COMPUTER 1 IN, 1 S-Vi deo (Mini DIN 4P) , 1 Video, 3 Stereo Mi ni Audio, 2 (L/R) RCA [...]

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    8. Specifications 121 I TEM D ESCRIP TION Power Cons umption 655W in Dual Lamp Norm al mode / 580W in Dual Lamp Eco mode 350W in Sin gle Lamp Normal m ode / 315W in Single Lamp Eco mode < 30W in Standby mode Nor mal < 5W in Standby mode Power sav ing Mechanical Specifications I TEM D ESCRIPTIO N Installation Orientation: Desktop/Fron t, Deskt[...]

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    8. Specifications 122 Regulations UL/C-UL Approved (UL 60950-1, CSA 60950 -1) Meets FCC Class B require ments Meets DOC Canada Class B requirem ents Meets AS/NZS CISPR.22 Class B Meets EMC Directive (EN55022, EN55 024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3) Meets Low Voltage Dire ctive (E N60950-1, TÜV GS Approved) For additional information visit: US : http:/[...]

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    8. Specifications 123 o Cabinet Dimensions[...]

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    8. Specifications 124 p Pin Assignments of Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Input Connector Signal Levels Video signal: 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal: TTL level P IN N UMBER RGB S IGNAL (A NALOG ) YC B C R S IGNAL 1. Red Cr 2. Green or Sync on Green Y 3. Blue Cb 4. Ground 5. Ground 6. Red Ground Cr Ground 7. Green Ground Y Ground 8. Blue Ground Cb Ground 9. No Con[...]

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    8. Specifications 125 q Compatible Input Signal List The following table shows com patible signal types, their resolution and freque ncy refresh rates. Horizontal: 15 kHz, 31kHz to 90 kHz Vertical: 50 Hz to 85 Hz S IGNAL R ESOLUTION ( DPI ) F REQUENCY R EFRESH R ATE (KH Z ) F REQUENCY R EFRESH R ATE (H Z ) NTSC – – 15.73 60.00 PAL – – 15.63[...]

  • Page 138

    8. Specifications 126 S IGNAL R ESOLUTION ( DPI ) F REQUENCY R EFRESH R ATE (KH Z ) F REQUENCY R EFRESH R ATE (H Z ) * VESA D 1280 x 768 47.80 60.00 * VESA D 1280 x 768 60.30 75.00 * VESA D 1280 x 768 68.60 85.00 * VESA D 1280 x 800 49.70 60.00 * VESA D 1280 x 800 62.80 75.00 * VESA D 1280 x 800 71.60 85.00 VESA D 1280 x 960 60.00 60.00 VESA D 1280[...]

  • Page 139

    8. Specifications 127 Note: Images above flagged with "D" are supported by digital signal. Images above flagged with “*” are supported by the NP4001 only. An image with higher or lower resolution than the projector’s native resolution (1280 x 768: NP4001, 1024 x 768: NP4000) will be compressed. Some Composite and Sync on Green signa[...]

  • Page 140

    8. Specifications 128 r PC Control Codes and Cable Connections The following table shows PC functi ons and their associated code data. F UNCTION C ODE D ATA POWER ON 02H 00H 00H 00H 0 0H 02H POWER OFF 02H 01H 00H 00H 0 0H 03H INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 1 02H 03H 00H 00H 02 H 01H 01H 09H INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 2 02H 03H 00H 00H 02 H 01H 02H 0AH INPUT SELE[...]

  • Page 141

    8. Specifications 129 Note: Depending on the equipment, a lower baud rate may be recommen ded for long cable runs. PC Control Connector (DIN-9P) Note: 1. Pin 1, 4, 6 and 9 are not used. 2. Jumper “Request to Send” and “Clear to Send” together on both ends of the cable to simplify t he cable connection. 3. For long cables, it is recommended [...]

  • Page 142

    8. Specifications 130 s Screen Trigger When the projector is po wered ON the screen trigger output sends a low voltage trigger to the screen controller and the scre en will go down . When the projector is powered OFF the screen trigger stops sendin g a low voltage tri gger to the screen controller and the screen will go up. Note: To use this featur[...]

  • Page 143

    8. Specifications 131 t Operation Using HTTP Browser Overview The use of HTTP server functions will allow control of the projecto r from a web browser without the installation of special software. Pl ease be sure to use “Microsoft Internet Ex- plorer 4.x” or a higher version for the web browser. (This device uses “JavaS cript” and “Cookie[...]

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    8. Specifications 132 When the IP address of the projecto r is 192.168.73.1 , access is gained to the HTTP server functions by specifying http://192 .168.73.1/index.html for the address or the en- try column of the URL. Configuring Network Settings The Network Settings screen is displayed as follows: http:// <the projector's IP address> [...]

  • Page 145

    8. Specifications 133 Mail Alert Mail: Click “Enable” to ena ble Alert Mail featur e. This option notifies you r computer of an error message via e-mail when using wire d LAN. The error message will be noti- fied when the projector lamp has reached the end of its usable life or an erro r occurs in the projector. Sender's Address: Specif y [...]

  • Page 146

    8. Specifications 134 Structure of the HTTP Server Once the projector is connected to a network and configu red correctly, the following screen is displayed thro ugh the web browser. http:// <the projector's IP address > /index.html F UNCTION S ETTING D ESCRIPTIO N Power Panel On Off This controls the po wer to the projector Volume Panel[...]

  • Page 147

    8. Specifications 135 F UNCTION S ETTING D ESCRIPTIO N Source Select Panel Computer 1 – Switches to the COMPUTER 1 IN connector Computer2 – Switches to the COMPUTER 2 IN connector Computer3 – Switches to the COMPUTER 3 IN connector Component – Sw itches to the COMPONENT IN connector s Video – Switc hes to the VIDEO IN connec tor S-Video ?[...]

  • Page 148

    8. Specifications 136 u 15 Pin GPIO Control Type: 15Pin D-SUB black female type P IN N O . S HORT /O PEN F UNCTION 14 SHORT OPEN EXTERNAL CONTROL MODE ON EXTERNAL CONTROL MODE OFF 5 SHORT OPEN POWER ON POWER OFF 10 SHORT OPEN PICTURE MUTE ON PICTURE MUTE OFF 3 SHORT OPEN SOUND MUTE ON SOUND MUTE OFF 4, 8, 12, 1 1 11 12 8 4 OPEN OPEN OPEN OPEN COMPU[...]

  • Page 149

    137 9. Troubleshooting Check List Before contacting your dealer or service perso nnel, check the following list to be sure repairs are needed also by referri ng to the o Troubleshooting section on page 112 of your user’s manual. This checklist below will help us solve your problem more efficiently. Frequency of Occurrence always sometimes (How of[...]

  • Page 150

    9. Troubleshooting Check List 138 Other Remote con trol does not work. No obstacles betw een the sensor of the projector and the remote control. Projector is placed near a fluorescent light that can disturb the infrared remote control s. Batteries are new and are not reversed in installa- tion. If pres ent on th e remote contro l, projec tor se lec[...]

  • Page 151

    9. Troubleshooting Check List 139 Signal cable NEC standard or other manu facturer’s cable? Model number: Length: inch/m Distribution amplifier Model number: Switcher Model number: Adapter Model number: Computer Manufacturer: Model number: Notebook PC / Desktop Native resolution : Refresh rate : Video adapter: Other: Video equipment VCR, DVD play[...]