NEC V230 manual

Por tabl e Project or V 3 0 0 X / V 2 6 0 X / V 2 30 X / V 2 60 / V 2 30 / V 3 00 W / V 2 60 W User’s Man ual The V230X, V23 0 and V260W are not d istr ibuted i n Nor th Ame ric a. Mo del No.: NP- V30 0 X, NP-V 2 60X, NP- V23 0X, NP- V260, NP- V23 0, NP- V30 0W , NP-V260W[...]

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i Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully bef ore using your NEC projector and keep the manual handy f or future reference . CA UTION T o tur n off main power , be sure to remove the plug from po wer outlet. The power outlet soc ket should be installed as near to the equipment as possib le, and should be [...]

ii Important Information RF Interference (for USA only) W ARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allo w any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified b y NEC Displa y Solutions of America, Inc. in this manual. F ailure to comply with this gov er nment regu- lation could v oid your right to operate this equipment. [...]

ii i Important Information Fire and Shock Pr ecautions • Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that v ents are unobstructed to prev ent the build-up of heat inside your projector . Allow at least 4 inches (10cm) of space between your projector and a w all. • Do not tr y to touch the ventilation outlet on the front side as it can beco[...]

iv Important Information - If the projector does not operate normally when you f ollow the instructions described 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 performance, indicating a need f or ser vice. • Disconnect the power cord and an y othe[...]

v Important Information CA UTION: • DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot. T ur n the projector off and then disconnect the power cord. Allow at least one hour f or the lamp to cool before handling. • When removing the lamp from a ceiling-mounted projector , make sure that no one is under the project[...]

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

vii T able of Contents  T ur ning Up or Down V olume ........................................................................................ 28 7 T ur ning off the Projector .............................................................................................. 29  After Use.............................................................[...]

1 1. Intr oduction 1 What’ s in the Box? Make sure y our box contains e ver ything 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 y our projector . Projector Lens cap (24F45801) P ower cord (US: 7N080236) (EU: 7N080022) (Brazil: 7N080520) Computer cable (V G[...]

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 Pur chase of the Projector This DLP ® projector is one of the very best projectors av ailable today . The projector enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches (measur[...]

3 1. Introduction • A UT O PO WER ON and A UT O PO WER OFF features The DIRECT POWER ON, A UT O POWER ON(COMP .), A UT O PO WER OFF , and OFF TIMER f eatures eliminate the need to alwa ys use the POWER b utton on the remote control or projector cabinet. • Preventing unauthorized use of the projector Enhanced smar t secur ity settings for ke ywo[...]

4 1. Introduction  Part Names of the Pr ojector Zoom Lev er ( → page 25 ) Controls ( → page 5 ) Lens Lens Cap Built-in Security Slot ( )* Adjustable Tilt Foot Le ver ( → page 24 ) Adjustable Tilt Foot ( → page 24 ) Remote Sensor ( → page 8 ) Front/T op AC Input Connect the supplied power cord's three-pin plug here, and plug the ot[...]

5 1. Introduction T op Features 1. PO WER Button (ON / ST AND BY) ( ) ( → page 20 , 29 ) 2. PO WER Indicator ( → page 19 , 20 , 29 , 84 ) 3. ST A TUS Indicator ( → page 84 ) 4. LAMP Indicator ( → page 81 , 84 ) 5. A UT O ADJ. Button ( → page 28 ) 6. SOURCE Button ( → page 22 ) 7. MENU Button ( → page 52 ) 8. △▽◁▷ / Ke ystone ?[...]

6 1. Introduction T erminal Panel Features 1. MONIT OR OUT C onnector (Mini D -Sub 15 Pin) ( → page 14 ) 2 . COMPUTER IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) ( → page 13 , 14 , 15 ) 3. VIDEO IN Connector (RCA) ( → page 16 ) 4. S-VIDEO IN Connector (Mini DIN 4 Pin) ( → page 16 ) 1. CO MPU TE R 1 IN / Com po nen t In put C on nec to[...]

7 1. Introduction  Part Names of the Remote Contr ol 1. Infrared T ransmitter ( → page 8 ) 2. PO WER ON Button ( → page 20 ) 3. PO WER OFF Button ( → page 29 ) 4, 5, 6. COMPUTER 1/2/3 Button ( → page 22 ) (COMPUTER3 is not av ailable on all the projector models. COMPUTER2 is not availab le on V230X/ V260/V230.) 7. A UT O ADJ. Button ( ?[...]

8 1. Introduction 30° 30° 30° 30° OPEN Remote Control Pr ecautions • Handle the remote control carefully . • If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately . • A void e xcessive 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[...]

9 1 3 2 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. But before y ou get star ted, you must first:  Setting Up the Scr een and the Projector Selecting a Location [V300X/V260X/V230X/V260/V230] The further your projecto[...]

10 2. Installation and Connections Selecting a Location [V300W/V260W] The further your projector is from the screen or w all, the larger the image. The minimum siz e the image can be is 30" (0.76 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 41 inches (1.0 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" (7.6 m) whe[...]

11 2. Installation and Connections Throw Distance and Scr een Size The f ollowing sho ws the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the tab le to determine the position of installation. Distance Chart C D B Screen center Lens center Screen bottom 2.7"/68 mm Installation surface V300X/V260X/V230X/V260/V230 Screen Size B[...]

12 2. Installation and Connections W ARNING * Installing your projector on the ceiling m ust 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 y our projector on a solid, le vel surface . If the projector falls to the ground, you can be injured and [...]

13 2. Installation and Connections  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. In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not turned on unl[...]

14 2. Installation and Connections Connecting an External Monitor Y ou can connect a separ ate, e xter nal monitor to your projector to simultaneously view on a monitor the computer analog image you’ re projecting. NOTE: Daisy chain connection is not possible. MONITOR OUT ( COMP 1 ) Computer cable (V GA) (supplied) V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W Compute[...]

15 2. Installation and Connections AUDIO IN COMPUTER 1 IN NOTE: Refer to your DVD player's owner's manual for more information about your DVD player's video output requirements. Connecting Y our DVD Player with Component Output Use audio equipment f or stereo sound. The projector's built-in speak er is monaural. D VD play er Aud[...]

16 2. Installation and Connections AUDIO IN AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN Connecting Y our VCR Use audio equipment f or stereo sound. The projector's built-in speak er is monaural. S-Video cable (not supplied) Video cable (not supplied) VCR Audio equipment Audio cab le (not supplied) NOTE: Refer to your VCR owner's manual for more informat[...]

17 2. Installation and Connections HDMI IN Connecting HDMI Input (V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W only) Y ou can connect the HDMI output of your D VD play er , hard disk pla yer , Blu-ray player , or notebook type PC to the HDMI IN connector of your projector . NOTE: The HDMI IN connector supports Plug & Play (DDC2B). Audio cab le (not supplied) HDMI c[...]

18 2. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Network (V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W only) The projector comes standard with a LAN por t (RJ-45) which provides a LAN connection using a LAN cab le. Using a LAN cable allows you to specify the Netw ork Settings and the Alert Mail Settings for the projector over a LAN. T o use a LAN connection, you are [...]

19 2. Installation and Connections Connecting the Supplied Power Cord Connect the supplied power cord to the projector . First connect the supplied power cord's three-pin plug to the A C IN of the projector , and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cord in the w all outlet. T o wall outlet The projector will go into standby mode.[...]

20 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 ur ning on the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap • Do not remo v e the lens cap by pullin g on the string . Doing so can cause mechanical damage to the par t around the lens. 2. Press the (PO WER) button on[...]

21 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 menu gives you the oppor tunity to select one of the 27 menu languages. T o select a menu language, f ollow these steps: 1. Use the  ,  ,  or  button to select on[...]

22 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Selecting a Sour ce Selecting the computer or video source NOTE: T urn on the computer or video source equipment connected to the projector . Selecting from Sour ce List Press and quic kly release the SOURCE button on the projector cabinet to display the Source list. Each time the SOURCE button is pre[...]

23 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Adjusting the Pictur e Size and Position Use the adjustable tilt f oot, the zoom le ver or the f ocus 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 24 ) Adjusting[...]

24 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 2 1 4 3 Adjustable Tilt Foot V entilation outlet Adjustable Tilt Foot Le ver Adjust the Tilt Foot 1. Lift the front edge of the projector . CA UTION: Do not tr y to touch the ventilation outlet during Tilt F oot adjustment as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and after it is turned off[...]

25 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Zoom Use the ZOOM le ver to adjust the image siz e on the screen. Zoom Lev er Focus Use the FOCUS ring to obtain the best focus . Focus Ring[...]

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

27 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting with the remote contr ol 1. Press the KEYSTONE b utton. The K eystone bar will be displa yed. 2. Use the  or  button to correct the keystone distortion. Adjust so that the right and left sides are parallel. 3. Press the ENTER button. NOTE: • The Keystone correction can cause an image to [...]

28 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing a computer image automatically . Press the A UT O ADJ. button to optimize a computer image automatically . This adjustment ma y be necessar y when y ou connect your computer f or the first time. [P oor picture] [...]

29 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 7 T ur ning off the Pr ojector T o turn off the projector: 1. First, press the (PO WER) button on the projector cabinet or the PO WER OFF button on the remote con- trol. The [PO WER OFF / ARE Y OU SURE? /CARBON SA V - INGS- SESSION X.XXX[g-CO2]] message will appear . 2. Secondl y , press the ENTER button [...]

30 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  After Use Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off. 1. Disconnect any other cables. 2. Retract adjustable tilt foot if e xtended. 3. Cover the lens with the lens cap.[...]

31 1 T ur ning off the Image and Sound Press the A V -MUTE b utton to turn off the image and sound f or 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.  Fr eezing a Picture Press the FREEZE button to freeze a picture. Press again to resume motio[...]

32 4. Convenient Features  Changing Eco Mode This f eature enables y ou to select two br ightness modes of the lamp: OFF and ON modes. The lamp lif e can be extended b y tur ning on the [ECO MODE]. [ECO MODE] Description Status of LAMP indicator [OFF] This is the def ault setting (100% Brightness). Off ST ATUS LAMP [ON] Select this mode to incre[...]

33 4. Convenient Features  Checking Energy-Saving Ef fect [CARBON METER] This feature will sho w energy-saving effect in ter ms of CO 2 emission reduction (kg) when the projector’s [ECO MODE] is set to [ON]. This feature is called [CARBON METER]. There are two messages: [TO T AL CARBON SA VINGS/T OT AL COST SA VINGS] and [CARBON SA VINGS-SESSI[...]

34 4. Convenient Features  Pr ev ent ing the Unau thor ized Use of the Pr ojec tor [SEC URIT Y] A k eyword can be set f or your projector using the Men u to av oid operation b y an unauthorized user. When a k eyword is set, tur ning on the projector will displa y the K eyword input screen. Unless the correct k eyw ord is entered, the pro- jector[...]

35 4. Convenient Features 7. T ype in the same combination of  buttons and press the ENTER button. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [YES] and press the ENTER button. The SECURITY function has been enabled. T o turn on the projector when [SECURITY] is enabled: 1. Press and hold the PO WER button. The projector will b[...]

36 4. Convenient Features T o disable the SECURITY function: 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. The KEYWORD CONFIRMA TION screen will be displa yed. 4. T ype in your ke[...]

37 4. Convenient Features 30˚ 30˚ 7 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 y our computer-generated presentations. Connecting the remote mouse receiver to your computer I[...]

38 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  /  Button: scrolls the vie wing area of the windo w or to mov e to the pre vious or next slide in P ower- P oint on your computer .  Buttons: mov es the mouse cursor on y[...]

39 4. Convenient Features  Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Pro- jector (V irtual Remote T ool) Using the utility software “Vir tual Remote T ool” included on the companion NEC Projector CD-ROM, Vir tual Remote screen (or toolbar) can be displa yed on y our computer screen. This will help y ou perform operations such as projecto[...]

40 4. Convenient Features Step 1: Install Virtual Remote T ool on the computer Supported OS Vir tual Remote T ool will r un on the f ollowing operating systems . Windows 7 Home Basic , Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Prof essional, Windo ws 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Enterpr ise, Windows Vista Home Basic * 1 , Windo ws Vista Home Premium * 1 , Windows[...]

41 4. Convenient Features 3 Clic k “Next”. “END USER LICENSE A GREEMENT” screen will be displayed. Read “END USER LICENSE A GREEMENT” carefully . 4 If y ou agree, c lick “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and then click “Next”. • F ollow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation.[...]

42 4. Convenient Features TIP: Uninstalling Virtual Remote T ool Preparation: Exit Vir tual Remote T ool before uninstalling. T o uninstall Vir tual Remote T ool, the Windows user account must hav e “Administrator” privilege (Windows 7 and Windows Vista) or “Computer Administrator” pr ivilege (Windows XP). • For Windows 7/Windows Vista 1 [...]

43 4. Convenient Features Step 3: Start Virtual Remote T ool Start using the shor tcut icon • Double-c lick the shortcut icon on the Windows Desktop. Start from the Start menu • Click [Start] → [All Pr ograms] or [Programs] → [NEC Projector User Supportware] → [Virtual Remote T ool] → [Virtual Remote T ool]. When Vir tual Remote T ool s[...]

44 4. Convenient Features Exiting Virtual Remote T ool 1 Clic k the Vir tual Remote T ool icon on the T askbar . The pop-up menu will be displa yed. 2 Clic k “Exit”. The Vir tual Remote T ool will be closed. Viewing the help file of Virtual Remote T ool • Displaying the help file using the taskbar 1 Clic k the Vir tual Remote T ool icon on [...]

45 4. Convenient Features 9 Network Setting by Using an HTTP Br owser (V300X/V260X/ V300W/V260W only) Overview Connecting the projector to a network allows the Aler t Mail setting ( → page 47 ) and the projector control from a computer via the network. T o perf or m the projector control from a web browser , you must hav e an exclusiv e applicati[...]

46 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[...]

47 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 NAME[...]

48 4. Convenient Features J V iewing 3D Images The projector provides 3D images to a user wearing commercially a vailab le LCD shutter eyeglasses . CA UTION Health precautions Bef ore vie wing, be sure to read health care precautions that ma y be f ound in the user’s manual included with your LCD shutter eyeglasses or your 3D compatible content s[...]

49 4. Convenient Features On-screen menu f or 3D images F ollow the steps to displa y the 3D menu. 1. Press the MENU button. The [SOURCE] menu will be displa yed. [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W] 2. Press the  button twice . The [SETUP] menu will be displa yed. 3. Press the  button once , and then press the  button five times .[...]

50 4. Convenient Features 8. Press the  button to select a compatib le eyeglass method and press the ENTER b utton. ( → page 75 ) Set other 3D-related menu options such as [FORMA T] and [L/R INVERT] as necessary . 9. Press the MENU button once . The menu will disappear . Selecting input connected to a sour ce of 3D images [COMPUTER / VIDEO / S[...]

51 4. Convenient Features T roubleshooting on vie wing 3D images If images will not be displa yed in 3D or 3D images appear as 2D , check the f ollowing table. Also refer to the user's manual accompanied with y our 3D content or LCD shutter ey eglasses. P ossible causes Solutions • The content you are pla ying back is not compatible with 3D [...]

52 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 button on the remote control or the pr ojector cabinet to display the menu. NOTE: The commands such as ENTER, EXIT ,  ,  in the bottom show available buttons for your o[...]

53 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Elements Slide bar Solid triangle T ab Radio button Menu windows or dialog bo xes typically ha ve the follo wing elements: Highlight ............................. Indicates the selected menu or item. Solid triangle ...................... Indicates further choices are available. A highlighted triangle indicates th[...]

54 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 (V230X/V260/V230) * COMPUTER1, COMPUTER 2 (V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W) * HDMI (V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W) VIDEO * S-VIDEO * ADJUST PICTURE PRESET * 1–6 DET AIL SETTINGS REFERENCE * HIGH-BRIGHT ,[...]

55 5. Using On-Screen Menu SETUP OPTIONS(2) ST ANDBY MODE NORMAL NORMAL, POWER-SA VING DIRECT POWER ON OFF OFF , ON A UT O POWER ON(COMP .) (V230X/V260/V230) A UT O POWER ON(COMP1) (V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W) OFF OFF , ON A UT O POWER OFF OFF OFF , 0:05, 0:10, 0:20, 0:30 DEF AUL T SOURCE SELECT LAST V230X/V260/V230: LAST , AUT O, COMPUTER, VIDEO, S-V[...]

56 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE] [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W] COMPUTER (V230X/V260/V230) Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER IN input connector . NOTE: • When the component input signal is connected to the COMPUTER IN connector , select [COMPUTER]. • The projector will determin[...]

57 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [PICTURE] [PRESET] This function allows y ou to select optimized settings for y our projected image. Y ou can adjust neutral tint f or yellow , cyan or magenta. There are six factory presets optimized f or various types of images. Y ou can also use [DET AIL SETTINGS] to set u[...]

58 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Gamma Correction Mode [GAMMA CORRECTION] Each mode is recommended f or : DYNAMIC .............. Creates a high-contrast picture. NA TURAL ............... Natural reproduction of the picture. BLACK DET AIL ....... Emphasizes detail in dark areas of the picture. Adjusting Color T emperature [COLOR TEMPERA TURE] Th[...]

59 5. Using On-Screen Menu [RESET] The settings and adjustments for [PICTURE] will be retur ned to the factory settings with the exception of the following; 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.[...]

60 5. Using On-Screen Menu [IMA GE OPTIONS] Adjusting Clock and Phase [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 . This function adjusts the clock frequencies that eliminate the horizontal banding in t[...]

61 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 a malfunction. - Y our manual adjustments f or [CLOCK], [PHASE], [HORIZONT AL], and [VERTICAL] will be stored in [...]

62 5. Using On-Screen Menu Options Function A UT O The projector will automatically determine the incoming signal and display it in its aspect ratio . ( → next page ) The projector ma y erroneously deter mine the aspect ratio depending on its signal. If this occurs, select the appropriate aspect ratio from the f ollowing. 4:3 The image is displa [...]

63 5. Using On-Screen Menu V300W/V260W [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 image when the aspect ratio is automatically deter- mined NOTE: T o display a lett[...]

64 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [GENERAL] Correcting V er tical Ke ystone Distor tion Manuall y [KEYST ONE] Y ou can correct v er tical distor tion manually . ( → page 26 ) TIP: When this option is highlighted, pressing the ENTER button will display its slide bar for adjustment. Saving V er tical Ke ystone[...]

65 5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting Eco Mode [ECO MODE] This f eature tur ns on or off the ECO mode . The lamp life can be extended b y selecting [ON]. Selecting [ON] also decreases f an noise when compared to [OFF] mode. ECO MODE Description Status of LAMP indicator OFF This is the Def ault setting (100% Brightness). Off ON Select this mode to incr[...]

66 5. Using On-Screen Menu [MENU] Selecting Menu Color [COLOR SELECT] Y ou can choose between two options f or menu color : COLOR and MONOCHROME. T urning On / Off Sour ce Display [SOURCE DISPLA Y] This option tur ns on or off input name display such as COMPUTER, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and No Input to be displa yed on the top right of the screen. When [ON][...]

67 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Menu Displa 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 tur n off the men u. The preset choices are [MANU AL], [A UTO 5 SEC], [A UTO 15 SEC], and [A UT O 45 SEC]. The [AUT O 45 SEC] is the fac- tor y preset. Selecting a Color or Logo f[...]

68 5. Using On-Screen Menu [INST ALLA TION] Selecting Projector Orientation [ORIENT A TION] This reorients your image f or y our type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection. DESKT OP FRONT CEILING REAR DESKT OP REAR CEILING FRONT Disabling the Cabinet [...]

69 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Communication Speed [COMMUNICA TION SPEED] This f eature sets the baud r ate of the PC Control por t (D-Sub 9P). It suppor ts data rates from 4800 to 38400 bps . The def ault is 38400 bps. Select the appropr iate baud rate f or your equipment to be connected (depending on the equip - ment, a lower baud r ate may[...]

70 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(1)] Selecting Fan Mode [F AN MODE] This option allows y ou to select three modes for f an speed: Auto mode , High speed mode, and High Altitude mode . AUTO ..................... The built-in fans automatically run at a variable speed according to the internal temperature. HIGH ...................... The built-in [...]

71 5. Using On-Screen Menu Enabling or Disabling WXGA Mode [WXGA MODE] Selecting [ON] will give priority to a WXGA (1280 x 768) signal in recognizing an input signal. When [WXGA MODE] is set to [ON], an XGA (1024 x 768) signal may not be recognized on V300X/V260X/V230X/ V260/V230. In this case, select [OFF]. Setting HDMI [HDMI SETTINGS] (V300X/V260[...]

72 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(2)] Selecting P ower-sa ving in [ST ANDBY MODE] The projector has two standb y modes: [NORMAL] and [POWER-SA VING]. The PO WER-SA VING mode is the mode that allows you to put the projector in the po wer-saving condition which consumes less power than the NORMAL mode . The projector is preset f or NORMAL mode at t[...]

73 5. Using On-Screen Menu T urning On the Projector By Applying Computer Signal [A UT O PO WER ON(COMP .) for V230X/ V260/V230 [A UT O PO WER ON(COMP1) ] for V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W] When the projector is in Standby mode, applying a computer signal from a computer connected to the COMPUTER IN input (COMPUTER 1 IN on V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W) will p[...]

74 5. Using On-Screen Menu Changing currency setting and currency con ver t setting [CURRENCY CONVERT] Changes currency setting and currency conv er t setting for CARBON METER. The initial setting are as f ollows: US Dollar ............................ 0.11 [$/kWh] EU Euro .............................. 0.19 [ € /kWh] Japanese Y en ..............[...]

75 5. Using On-Screen Menu [3D] [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W] Selecting input connected to a sour ce of 3D images [COMPUTER / VIDEO / S-VIDEO] (V230X/V260/V230)/ [COMPUTER 1/COMPUTER 2/HDMI/VIDEO/S-VIDEO] (V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W) [3D] This function s witches the 3D mode between ON and OFF f or each input. ON .........................[...]

76 5. Using On-Screen Menu NOTE: This function will not work for VIDEO or S-VIDEO source. This option is available only when [DLP® Link] is selected for [GLASSES]. [L/R INVERT] Change the setting if you ha ve difficulty seeing 3D images. NON-INVERT ...................... Normal setting. INVERT ............................... Changes the order of [...]

77 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 (f our pages on V300X/V260X/ V300W/V260W). The information included is as follo ws: TIP: Pressing the HELP button on the remote control will show the [INFO.] menu items. [USA GE TIME] [LAMP LIFE[...]

78 5. Using On-Screen Menu [SOURCE 1] [RESOLUTION] [HORIZONT AL FREQUENCY] [VER TICAL FREQUENCY] [SYNC TYPE] [SYNC POLARITY] [SCAN TYPE] [WIRED LAN] (V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W only) [PROJECT OR NAME] [IP ADDRESS] [SUBNET MASK] [GA TEWA Y] [MA C ADDRESS] O THERS MODEL NO . SERIAL NUMBER CONTROL ID (when [CONTR OL ID] is set) [SOURCE 2] [SIGNAL TYPE] [[...]

79 5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET] [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W] Returning to Factory Default [RESET] The RESET feature allows y ou to change adjustments and settings to the f actor y preset f or a (all) source (s) except the f ollowing: [CURRENT SIGNAL] Resets the adjustments f or the current sig[...]

80 6. Maintenance Thi s secti on desc ribes the simple mainte nance proc edures y ou shou ld f oll ow to clea n the cabi net and the lens , and rep lac e th e lamp . 1 Cleaning the Cabinet and the Lens 1. T urn off the projector before c leaning. 2. Clean the cabinet periodically with a damp cloth. If heavil y soiled, use a mild detergent. Never us[...]

81 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 may 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 . ( → page 79 ) CA UTION • Use the spe[...]

82 6. Maintenance 2. Remove the lamp housing. (1) Loosen the three screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriv er goes into a freewheeling condi- tion. • The three screws are not remov able. • There is an interlock on this case to pre vent the risk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock. (2) Remov e t[...]

83 6. Maintenance 5. Connect the supplied power cord, and turn on the projector . 6. Finally , select the menu → [RESET] → [CLEAR LAMP HOURS] to reset the lamp usage 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 turn on and the menu is not displayed[...]

84 7. Appendix 1 T roubleshooting This section helps you resolv e problems you ma y encounter while setting up or using the projector . Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator Condition Projector Condition Note Off The power cord is unplugged. – Blinking light Green 0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off The projector is getting ready to turn on. Wait for [...]

85 7. Appendix Common Prob lems & Solutions ( → “P ower/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 84 .) Problem Check These Items Does not turn on or shut down • Check that the power cord is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control is on. ( → pages 19 and 20 ) • Ensure that the lamp co ver is installe[...]

86 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 bef ore tur ning on the power to the notebook PC . In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not tur ned on[...]

87 7. Appendix  Specifications This section provides technical inf or mation about projector's perf ormance. Opt ical V300X V260X V230X V260 V230 Projection System Single DLP ® chip (0.55”, aspect 4:3) Resolution *1 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) 800 × 600 pixels(SV GA) Lens Manual zoom and f ocus F=2.41-2.55, f=21.8-24.0mm Lamp 225W AC (17 0[...]

88 7. Appendix * 4 HDMI™ (Deep Color , Lip Sync) with HDCP What is HDCP/HDCP technology? HDCP is an acronym f or High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection. High bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is a system f or pre venting illegal cop ying of video data sent ov er a Digital Visual Interface (D VI). If you are unable to view material vi[...]

89 7. Appendix Opt ical V300W V260W Projection System Single DLP ® chip (0.65”, aspect 16:10) Resolution *1 1280 × 800 pixels (WXGA) Lens Manual zoom and f ocus F=2.50-2.67, f=21.9-24.0mm Lamp 225W AC (170W in ECO ON) 180W AC (160W in ECO ON) Light Output *2 *3 3000 lumens 2600 lumens ECO ON: 75% ECO ON:90% Contrast Ratio *3 (full white: full b[...]

90 7. Appendix Me chanica l V300W V260W Installation Orientation Desktop/F ront, Desktop/Rear, Ceiling/F ront, Ceiling/Rear Dimensions 12.2”(W) x 3.7 (H) x 9.7”(D) 310 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 247 mm (D) (not including protrusions) Weight 5.5 lbs / 2.5 kg Environmental Considerations Operational T emperatures : 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C), (ECO m[...]

91 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) V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W V230X/V260/V230[...]

92 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 1 4 2 3 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 6 9 7 8 Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) YCbCr Signal 1 Red Cr 2 Green or Sync on Green Y 3 Blue Cb 4 Ground 5 Ground 6 Red Ground Cr Ground 7 Green Grou[...]

93 7. Appendix  Compatible Input Signal List Horizontal: 15KHz to 100KHz (RGB: 24KHz or over) V er tical: 50Hz to 120Hz (Signals with higher than refresh rate 85 Hz suppor t resolutions of 1024 x 768 or lower .) Analog RGB Signal Resolution ( dots ) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate ( Hz ) V GA 640 × 480 4:3 60/72/75/85/ iMac SV GA 800 × 600 * 1 4:3 5[...]

94 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 ...............................................No parity Stop bit .....................[...]

95 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 [...]

96 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): Eco Mode:  Off  On Information on input signal: Horizontal synch frequency [ ] kHz Vertical synch frequency [ ] Hz [...]

97 7. Appendix  T ravelCare Guide T ravelCar e - a service for inter national travelers This product is eligible f or “T ra velCare”, NEC’ s unique inter national warranty and repair service. F or more inf or mation on T rav elCare ser vice, visit our website (in English only). http://www .nec-displa y .com/dl/en/pj_suppor t/tra vel_care.h[...]

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