Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product NP215 NEC
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i Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully bef ore using your NEC NP215/NP210/N P115/NP110 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 power outlet.
ii Important Information RF Interference (for USA only) W ARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified b y NEC Displa y Solutions of Amer ica, Inc. in this manual. F ailure to comply with this government regu- lation could v oid your right to operate this equipment.
iii Important Information Fire and Shock Pr ecautions • Ensure that there is sufcient ventilation and that vents are unobstr ucted to prev ent the build-up of heat inside your projector . Allow at least 4 inches (10cm) of space betw een your projector and a wall.
iv Important Information - If the projector does not operate normally when you f ollow the instructions descr ibed in this user's manual. - If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. - If the projector e xhibits a distinct change in perf or mance , indicating a need for service.
v Important Information CA UTION: • DONOT T OUCHTHELAMPimmediately afterit hasbeen used. Itwill beextremelyhot. T ur nthe projectoroff and then disconnect the power cab le. Allow at least one hour f or the lamp to cool before handling.
vi T able of Contents Important Information ............................................................................................ i 1. Introduction ................................................................................................
vii T able of Contents 4. Convenient Features ..................................................................................... 28 1 T ur ning off the Image and Sound ................................................................................
1 1. Intr oduction 1 What’ s in the Box? Make sure y our box contains e verything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer . Please sav e the or iginal bo x and packing materials if you e ver need to ship your projector .
2 1. Introduction Intr oduction to the Projector This section introduces you to y our new projector and describes the features and controls . Congratulations on Y our Purchase of the Pr ojector This DLP™ projector is one of the ver y best projectors av ailable toda y .
3 1. Introduction About this user's manual The fastest way to get star ted is to take your time and do e verything right the first time. T ake a f ew minutes now to re view the user's manual. This may sa ve y ou time later on. At the beginning of each section of the manual you'll find an ov er view .
4 1. Introduction Part Names of the Pr ojector Zoom Lev er ( → page 22 ) Controls ( → page 5 ) Lens Lens Cap Built-in Security Slot ( )* Adjustable Tilt F oot Lev er ( → page 21 ) Adjustable.
5 1. Introduction T op Features 1. PO WERButton(ON/ST ANDBY)( ) ( → page 17 , 2 6 ) 2. PO WER Indicator ( → page 1 6 , 17 , 2 6 , 6 8 ) 3. ST A TUS Indicator ( → page 6 8 ) 4. LAMPIndicator ( → page 6 5 , 6 8 ) 5.
6 1. Introduction ＋ 3 7 5 6 1 2 10 12 13 11 14 9 4 8 26 27 28 16 17 22 24 25 21 15 20 19 18 23 29 Part Names of the Remote Contr ol 1. Infrared T ransmitter ( → page 7 ) 2. PO WERONButton ( → page 17 ) 3. PO WEROFFButton ( → page 2 6 ) 4, 5,6.
7 1. Introduction 30° 30° 30° 30° OPEN Remote Control Pr ecautions • Handletheremotecontrolcarefully . • Iftheremotecontrolgetswet,wipeitdryimmediately . • A voide xcessiveheatandhumidity .
8 3 2 1 2. Installation and Connections 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.
9 2. Installation and Connections Throw Distance and Scr een Size The following shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the table to determine the position of installation. Distance Chart C D B Screen center Lens center Screen bottom 2.
10 2. Installation and Connections W ARNING * Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NEC dealer f or more inf or mation. * Do not attempt to install the projector yourself . • Only use your projector on a solid, le vel surf ace.
11 2. Installation and Connections COMPUTER IN PHONE PHONE AUDIO IN Making Connections Connecting Y our PC or Macintosh Computer 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.
12 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:Daisychainconnectionisnotpossible.
13 2. Installation and Connections AUDIO IN LR AUDIO OUT L R Component YC bC r COMPUTER IN AUDIO IN NOTE:RefertoyourDVDplayer'sowner'smanualformoreinformationaboutyourDVDplayer'svideooutputrequirements.
14 2. Installation and Connections AUDIO IN LR AUDIO OUT L R VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Connecting Y our VCR S-Video cable (not supplied) Video cable (not supplied) VCR Audio.
15 2. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Network (NP215 only) TheprojectorcomesstandardwithaLANpor t(RJ-45)whichprovidesaLANconnectionusingaLANcab le. Using a LAN cable allows you to specify the Network Settings and the Aler t Mail Settings for the projector o ver a LAN.
16 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 three-pin plug to the A C IN of the projector , and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cab le in the wall outlet.
17 3. Pr ojecting an Image (Basic Operation) This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen. 1 T urning on the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap • Do not remo ve the lens cap by pull ing on the string.
18 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 Star tup menu. This menu gives you the oppor tunity to select one of the 21 menu languages. T oselectamenulanguage,f ollowthesesteps: 1.
19 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Selecting a Sour ce Selecting the computer or video source NOTE:T urnonthecomputerorvideosour ceequipmentconnectedtotheprojector . SelectingfromSour ceList Press and quickly release the SOURCE button on the projector cabinet to display the Source list.
20 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting the Pictur e Size and Position Usetheadjustabletiltf oot,thezoomle verorthef ocusringtoadjustthepicturesizeandposition. In this chapter dra wings and cables are omitted f or clarity .
21 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 2 1 4 3 Adjustable Tilt F oot V entilation outlet Adjustable Tilt Foot Le ver Adjust the Tilt Foot 1. Lift the fr ont edge of the projector .
22 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Zoom UsetheZOOMle vertoadjusttheimagesiz eonthescreen. Zoom Lev er Focus Use the FOCUS ring to obtain the best focus .
23 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Corr ecting Keystone Distortion Correcting Keystone Distortion If the screen is tilted vertically , keystone distortion becomes large.
24 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting with the remote contr ol 1. Press the KEYST ONE button. The K eystone bar will be displa yed. 2. Use the or button to correct the ke ystone distor tion. Adjust so that the right and left sides are parallel.
25 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizingacomputerimageautomatically . PresstheA UT OADJ. buttontooptimizeacomputerimageautomatically .
26 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 7 T urning off the Pr ojector T oturnofftheprojector: 1. First, press the (PO WER) button on the projector cabinet or the PO WER OFF button on the remote con- trol. The [POWER OFF / ARE Y OU SURE? /CARBON SA V - INGS- SESSION 0.
27 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) After Use Preparation: Makesurethattheprojectoristurnedoff. 1. Disconnect any other cab les.
28 1 T urning off the Image and Sound Press the A V -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.
29 4. Convenient Features Changing Eco Mode This f eature enables y ou to select two brightness modes of the lamp: OFFandONmodes. Thelamplif ecanbeextendedb ytur ningonthe[ECOMODE]. [ECOMODE] Description Status of LAMP indicator [OFF] This is the def ault setting (100% Brightness).
30 4. Convenient Features Checking Energy-Saving Ef fect [CARBON METER] This f eature will show energy-saving effect in ter ms of CO2 emission reduction (kg) when the projector’ s [ECO MODE] issetto[ON].
31 4. Convenient Features Pr eventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector [SECURITY] Ak eywordcan besetf oryour projectorusingtheMen utoa void operationb yan unauthorizeduser . Whena keyword is set, tur ning on the projector will displa y the K eyword input screen.
32 4. Convenient Features 7. T ype in the same combination of buttons and press the ENTER b utton. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [YES] and press the ENTER button. The SECURITY function has been enabled. T oturnontheprojectorwhen[SECURITY]isenabled: 1.
33 4. Convenient Features T odisabletheSECURITYfunction: 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displa yed. 2. Select [SETUP] → [INST ALLA TION] → [SECURITY] and press the ENTER button. The OFF/ON menu will be displa yed. 3. Select [OFF] and press the ENTER button.
34 4. Convenient Features 30˚ 30˚ 7 Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR) The optional remote mouse receiver enables you to operate y our computer’ s mouse functions from the remote control. It is a great con venience f or clicking through y our computer-generated presentations.
35 4. Convenient Features Operatingy ourcomputer’ smousefromtheremotecontr ol Y ou can operate y our computer’ s mouse from the remote control. P AGE / 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 .
36 4. Convenient Features Network Setting by Using an HTTP Br owser (NP215 only) Overview Connecting the projector to a network allows the Aler t Mail setting ( → page 38 ) and the projector control from a computer via the network.
37 4. Convenient Features NetworkSettings http://<the projector’ s IP address> /index.html DHCP .................................. Enabling this option automatically assigns an IP address to the projector from your DHCP server .
38 4. Convenient Features AlertMailSetting 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 .
39 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.
40 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Elements Slide bar Solid triangle T ab Radio button High Altitude symbol Menuwindowsordialogbo xestypicallyha vethefollowingelements: Highlight ............................. Indicates the selected menu or item.
41 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 COMPUTER * VIDEO * S-VIDEO * ADJUST PICTURE PRESET.
42 5. Using On-Screen Menu INFO . USAGE TIME LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED T O T AL CARBON SA VINGS SOURCE SOURCE NAME HORIZONT AL FREQUENCY VERTICAL FREQ UENCY SIGNAL TYPE VIDEO TYPE SYNC TYPE .
43 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE] COMPUTER Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER IN input connector . NOTE: • WhenthecomponentinputsignalisconnectedtotheCOMPUTERINconnector ,select[COMPUTER].
44 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [PICTURE] [PRESET] Thisfunctionallowsy outoselectoptimizedsettingsfory ourprojectedimage. Y ou can adjust neutral tint f or yellow , cy an or magenta.
45 5. Using On-Screen Menu SelectingGammaCorrectionMode[GAMMACORRECTION] Each mode is recommended f or : DYNAMIC .............. Creates a high-contrast picture. NA TURAL ............... Natural reproduction of the picture. BLACK DET AIL .
46 5. Using On-Screen Menu [RESET] The settings and adjustments f or [CONTRAST], [BRIGHTNESS], [SHARPNESS], [COLOR], [HUE], and [REFER - ENCE]within[PRESET]willbereturnedtothefactorysettings.
47 5. Using On-Screen Menu [IMA GE OPTIONS] AdjustingClockandPhase[CLOCK/PHASE] This allows y ou to manually adjust CLOCK and PHASE. CLOCK ................... Use this item to fine tune the computer image or to remove any vertical banding that might appear .
48 5. Using On-Screen Menu AdjustingHorizontal/V erticalPosition[HORIZONT AL/VERTICAL] Adjuststheimagelocationhorizontallyandvertically . - Animagecanbedistor tedduringtheadjustmentof[CLOCK]and[PHASE].
49 5. Using On-Screen Menu NA TIVE The projector displa ys the current image in its true resolution when the incoming computer signal has a lower resolution than the projector’ s native resolution.
50 5. Using On-Screen Menu T urningonNoiseReduction[NOISEREDUCTION] This function allows y ou to select the lev el of noise reduction. Theprojectorissettotheoptimizedle velf oreachsignalatthefactory .
51 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [GENERAL] Correcting V er ticalKe ystoneDistor tionManually[KEYST ONE] Y ou can correct vertical distor tion manually .
52 5. Using On-Screen Menu SettingEcoMode[ECOMODE] This feature tur ns on or off the ECO mode. The lamp lif e can be e xtended b y selecting [ON]. Selecting [ON] also decreasesf annoisewhencomparedto[OFF]mode.
53 5. Using On-Screen Menu [MENU] SelectingMenuColor[COLORSELECT] Y ou can choose between two options f or menu color : COLOR and MONOCHROME.
54 5. Using On-Screen Menu SelectingMenuDispla y Time[DISPLA Y TIME] This option allows y ou to select how long the projector waits after the last touch of a button to turn off the menu. The presetchoicesare[MANU AL],[A UTO5SEC], [A UT O15SEC],and[A UT O45SEC].
55 5. Using On-Screen Menu [INST ALLA TION] SelectingProjectorOrientation[ORIENT A TION] This reorients your image f or your type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection.
56 5. Using On-Screen Menu SelectingCommunicationSpeed[COMMUNICA TIONSPEED] This f eature sets the baud rate of the PC Control por t (D-Sub 9P).
57 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(1)] SelectingFanMode[F ANMODE] This option allows y ou to select three modes for f an speed: A uto mode, High speed mode, and High Altitude mode . AUTO ..................... The built-in fans automatically run at a variable speed according to the internal temperature.
58 5. Using On-Screen Menu EnablingKe ySoundandErrorSound[BEEP] This f eature turns on or off the button sound or alar m when the f ollowing operations are perf or med.
59 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(2)] UsingOff Timer[OFF TIMER] 1. Select your desired time between 30 min utes and 16 hours: OFF , 0:30, 1:00, 2:00, 4:00, 8:00, 12:00, 16:00. 2. Press the ENTER button on the remote contr ol. 3. The remaining time starts counting down.
60 5. Using On-Screen Menu T urningOntheProjectorByAppl yingComputerSignal[A UT OPO WERON(COMP .)] When the projector is in Standby mode, applying a computer signal from a computer connected to the COMPUTER IN input will power on the projector and sim ultaneously project the computer’s image .
61 5. Using On-Screen Menu 7 Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.] Displa ys the status of the current signal and lamp usage . This item has three pages (four pages on NP215). The inf ormation included is as follows: TIP:PressingtheHELPbuttonontheremotecontrolwillshowthe[INFO.
62 5. Using On-Screen Menu [SOURCE] [SOURCENAME] [HORIZONT ALFREQUENCY] [VER TICALFREQUENCY] [SIGNALTYPE] [VIDEO TYPE] [SYNC TYPE] [SYNCPOLARITY] [.
63 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET] [NP210/NP115/NP110] [NP215] ReturningtoFactoryDefault[RESET] The RESET feature allows y ou to change adjustments an.
64 6. Maintenance This section descr ibes the simple maintenance procedures y ou should follow to clean the cabinet and the lens , and replace the lamp . 1 Cleaning the Cabinet and the Lens 1. T urn off the projector bef ore cleaning. 2. Clean the cabinet periodically with a damp cloth.
65 6. Maintenance Replacing the Lamp When the lamp reaches the end of its life , the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will blink red. Even though the lamp ma y still be working, replace the lamp to maintain the optimal projector perf or mance. After replacing the lamp, be sure to clear the lamp hour meter .
66 6. Maintenance 2. Remove the lamp housing. (1) Loosen the three screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condi- tion.
67 6. Maintenance 5. Connect the supplied power cable, and turn on the projector . 6. Finally , select the menu → [RESET] → [CLEAR LAMP HOURS] to reset the lamp usage hours.
68 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 ProjectorCondition Note Off The power cable is unplugged.
69 7. Appendix CommonProb lems&Solutions ( → “P ower/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 6 8 .) Problem Chec k TheseItems Does not turn on or shut down • Check that the.
70 7. Appendix Ifthereisnopicture, orthepictureisnotdisplayedcorrectly . • P oweronprocessf ortheprojectorandthePC. Be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and bef ore tur ning on the power to the notebook PC .
71 7. Appendix Specifications This section provides technical inf or mation about the NP215/NP210/NP115/NP110 projector's perf ormance. Model Number NP21 5/ NP21 0/ NP1 1 5/ NP1 1 0 Optical Projection System SingleDLP™chip(0.
72 7. Appendix Mechanical Installation Orientation: Desktop/F ront, Desktop/Rear, Ceiling/F ront, Ceiling/Rear Dimensions 12.2"(W)x3.7(H)x9.7"(D) 310 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 247 mm (D) (not including protrusions) Net Weight 5.5 lbs / 2.
73 7. Appendix 310(12.2) 96(3.8) 247(9.7) 68.4 (2.7) 95 (3.7) Cabinet Dimensions Lens center Lens center Unit: mm (inch) NP215 NP210/NP115/NP110.
74 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 lev el 5 14 23 10 11 12 13 14 15 69 78 PinNo.
75 7. Appendix Compatible Input Signal List Horizontal: 15KHzto100KHz(RGB: 24KHzorover) V er tical: 50Hzto120Hz Signal Resolution (Dots) Fr equency H. (kHz) Refresh Rate (Hz) VIDEO NTSC/P AL60 — 15.73 60.00 P AL/SECAM — 15.
76 7. Appendix NOTE: Contact your local dealer for a full list of the PC Control Codes if needed. Cable Connection Communication Protocol Baud rate .........................................38400 bps Data length ......................................8 bits Parity .
77 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 - naldisplay.
78 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.
79 7. Appendix T ravelCar e Guide T ravelCare - a service for international travelers This product is eligible f or “T rav elCare”, NEC’ s unique international warranty . Please note that T ra velCare coverage differs in par t from coverage under the warranty included with the product.
80 7. Appendix Hyosung ITX Co ., Ltd. Ad dr es s: 1st Fl., Ire B/D . #2, 4Ga, Y angp yeng-Dong, Y oungdeungpo-Gu,Seoul,K orea150-967 T elephone: +82221634193 F axLine: +82221634196 Email Address: moneybear@h yosung.
81 7. Appendix T O:NECorNEC’ sA uthorizedServiceStation: FM: (Compan y & Name with signature) Dear Sir (s), I would like to apply your T rav elCare Ser vice Program based.
82 7. Appendix 5. LoanServiceChargesandConditions: Upon acceptance of this NEC Projector, Customer agrees to assume liability for this loan unit.
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