NEC NP-V311W manual

Pr ojector V311X/V311W/V281W User’ s Manual The V281W is not distributed in North Amer ica. Model No .: NP-V311X, NP-V311W , NP-V281W[...]

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i Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully bef ore using your NEC projector and k eep the manual handy f or future reference. CA UTION T o turn off main power , be sure to remov e the plug from power outlet. The power outlet sock et should be installed as near to the equipment as possible , and should be e[...]

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 by NEC Display Solutions of Amer ica, Inc. in this manual. F ailure to comply with this gov er nment regu- lation could void your right to operate this equipment. Thi[...]

iii Important Information Place the projector in a horizontal position The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 10 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any wa y other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp lif e could decrease dramatically . 10˚ Fire and Shock Pr ecautions • Ensure that there is sufficient vent[...]

iv Important Information - When the power cord or plug is damaged or fra yed. - If liquid has been spilled into the projector , or if it has been exposed to r ain or water . - If the projector does not operate nor mally when you f ollow the instructions descr ibed in this user’ s manual. - If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been[...]

v Important Information CA UTION: • DO NOT T OUCH 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 for the lamp to cool bef ore handling. • When removing the lamp from a ceiling-mounted projector , make sure that no one is under the projec[...]

vi Important Information Power management function The projector has power management functions. T o reduce pow er consumption, the power management functions (1 and 2) are f actor y preset as shown below . T o control the projector from an external device via a LAN or ser ial cable connection, use the on-screen menu to change the settings f or 1 a[...]

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

viii T able of Contents ❼ T ur ning off the Projector ............................................................................................... 29 ❽ After Use....................................................................................................................... 30 4. Convenient Features ....................................[...]

1 1. Intr oduction ❶ What’ s in the Box? Make sure y our bo x contains e verything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer . Please sav e the or iginal box and pac king materials if you e v er need to ship your projector . P ow er cord (US: 7N080236) (EU: 7N080022) (Brazil: 7N080520) Computer cable (V GA) (7N520087/7N520073) Remo[...]

2 1. Introduction ❷ Intr oduction to the Projector This section introduces you to y our new projector and describes the f eatures and controls. Congratulations on Y our Purchase of the Pr ojector 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 • Preventing unauthorized use of the projector Enhanced smar t security settings f or keyw ord protection, cabinet control panel lock, security slot, chain opening to help pre vent unauthorized access , adjustments and theft deterrence. • The supplied remote control allo ws you to assign a CONTR OL ID to the pr ojector Multipl[...]

4 1. Introduction ❸ 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 v er ( → 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 oth[...]

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 UTO 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. COMPUTER 1 IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) ( → page 13 , 14 , 15 ) A UDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) ( → page 13 , 14 , 15 ) 2. COMPUTER 2 IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) ( → page 13 , 14 , 15 ) A UDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) ( → page 13 , 14 , 15 ) 3. MONI[...]

7 1. Introduction ❹ 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 ) (COMPUTER 3 is not av ailable on all the projector models.) 7. A UTO ADJ . Button ( → page 28 ) 8. VIDEO Button ( → page 22 ) 9. S[...]

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 v oid excessiv e heat and humidity . • Do not heat, take apart, or throw batteries into fire. • If you will not be using the remote control f or a long time, remov [...]

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 bef ore you get started, you must first: ❶ Setting Up the Scr een and the Projector Selecting a Location [V311X] The further your projector is from the screen or[...]

10 2. Installation and Connections Selecting a Location [V311W/V281W] The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The minimum size 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) when [...]

11 2. Installation and Connections Throw Distance and Scr een Size The f ollowing shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the table to deter mine the position of installation. Distance Chart C D B Screen center Lens center Screen bottom 2.7"/68 mm Installation surface V311X Screen Size B C D (WIDE) α Diagonal[...]

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

13 2. Installation and Connections ❷ Making Connections Connecting Y our 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 unless connected to[...]

14 2. Installation and Connections Connecting an External Monitor Y ou can connect a separate, external monitor to your projector to simultaneously view on a monitor the computer analog image you’ re projecting. NOTE: Daisy chain connection is not possible. MONITOR OUT ( COMP 1 ) Computer cable (V GA) (supplied) Computer cable (V GA) (not supplie[...]

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 speaker is monaural. D VD play er Audio Equipm[...]

16 2. Installation and Connections AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN Connecting Y our VCR Use audio equipment f or stereo sound. The projector’ s built-in speaker 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 information about your[...]

17 2. Installation and Connections HDMI IN Connecting HDMI Input Y ou can connect the HDMI output of your D VD play er , hard disk play er , Blu-ra y play er , 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 cable (not supplied) Use High [...]

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

19 2. Installation and Connections Connecting the Supplied Power Cord Connect the supplied power cord to the projector . First connect the supplied pow er cord’ s three-pin plug to the AC 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. W[...]

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. ❶ T urning on the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap • Do not remov e the lens cap b y pulling 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 men u giv es you the opportunity 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 o[...]

22 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❷ 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 quickly release the SOURCE button on the projector cabinet to displa y the Source list. Each time the SOURCE button is pre[...]

23 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❸ Adjusting the Pictur e Size and Position Use the adjustable tilt f oot, the zoom lev er or the focus ring to adjust the picture size and position. In this chapter dra wings and cables are omitted f or clarity . Adjusting the throw angle (the height of an image) [Tilt f oot] ( → page 24 ) Adjusting t[...]

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 dur ing Tilt Foot adjustment as it can become heated while the projector is tur ned on and after it is turned of[...]

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

27 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 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) ❺ Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing a computer image automatically . Press the A UTO ADJ . button to optimiz e a computer image automatically . This adjustment ma y be necessar y when you connect y our computer f or the first time. [P oor picture][...]

29 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❼ T urning 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 [POWER OFF / ARE Y OU SURE? /CARBON SA V - INGS- SESSION X.XXX[g-CO2]] message will appear . 2. Secondly , press the ENTER button o[...]

30 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❽ After Use Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off. 1. Disconnect any other cab les. 2. Retract adjustable tilt f oot if extended. 3. Cover the lens with the lens cap.[...]

31 ❶ 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. ❷ Fr eezing a Picture Press the FREEZE button to freeze a picture. Press again to resume motio[...]

32 4. Convenient Features ❹ Changing Eco Mode This f eature enables y ou to select two brightness modes of the lamp: OFF and ON modes. The lamp life can be e xtended by turning on the [ECO MODE]. [ECO MODE] Description Status of LAMP indicator [OFF] This is the def ault setting (100% Brightness). Off ST A TUS LAMP [ON] Select this mode to increas[...]

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

34 4. Convenient Features ❻ Pr eventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector [SECURITY] A k eyw ord can be set for your projector using the Men u to av oid oper ation b y an unauthorized user . When a ke yword is set, tur ning on the projector will display the K eyword input screen. Unless the correct ke yword is entered, the pro- jector cannot [...]

35 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 o turn on the projector when [SECURITY] is enabled: 1. Press and hold the PO WER button. The projector will [...]

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

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 window or to mo ve to the pre vious or ne xt slide in P ower- P oint on your computer . △▽◁▷ Buttons: moves the mouse cursor on y [...]

39 4. Convenient Features ❽ Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Pr ojector (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 perf orm 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 8 * 1 , Windows 8 Pro * 1 , Windows 8 Enterpr ise * 1 Windows 7 Home Basic , Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Enterpr ise, Windows Vist[...]

41 4. Convenient Features 3 Click “Next”. “END USER LICENSE A GREEMENT” screen will be displa yed. Read “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” carefully . 4 If you a gree, clic k “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and then clic k “Next”. • F ollow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation.[...]

42 4. Convenient Features TIP: Uninstalling Vir tual Remote T ool Preparation: Exit Vir tual Remote T ool bef ore uninstalling. T o uninstall Vir tual Remote T ool, the Windows user account must hav e “Ad - minist rator ” privileg e (Windo ws 8, Windo ws 7, and Window s Vista) or “Compute r Admini strat or” privilege (Windows XP). • For W[...]

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 [Star t] → [All Programs] or [Pr ograms] → [NEC Pr ojector User Supportware] → [Vir tual Remote T ool] → [Virtual Remote T ool]. When Vir tual Remote T oo[...]

44 4. Convenient Features Exiting Vir tual Remote T ool 1 Click the Virtual Remote T ool icon on the T askbar . The pop-up menu will be displa yed. 2 Click “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 Click the Virtual Remote T ool icon on the [...]

45 4. Convenient Features ❾ Network Setting by Using an HTTP Br owser 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 perform the projector control, you must ha ve an e xclusive application installed on your computer . The IP address and s[...]

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 ❿ V iewing 3D Images The projector provides 3D images to a user wearing commercially a vailab le LCD shutter ey eglasses. CA UTION Health precautions Bef ore vie wing, be sure to read health care precaution s that ma y be f ound in the user’ s man ual included with your LCD shutter ey eglasses or your 3D compatib le co[...]

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. 2. Press the ▷ button twice. The [SETUP] menu will be displa yed. 3. Press the ▽ button once, and then press the ▷ button five times. The [3D] menu will be displa yed 4. Press the [...]

50 4. Convenient Features 7. Press the ▽ button to [GLASSES] and press the ENTER b utton. The [GLASSES] setting screen will be displa yed. 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 MEN[...]

51 4. Convenient Features T roubleshooting on viewing 3D ima ges If images will not be display ed in 3D or 3D images appear as 2D , check the follo wing 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 playing bac k is not compatible with 3D . [...]

52 5. Using On-Scr een Menu ❶ 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 contr ol or the projector cabinet to displa y the menu. NOTE: The commands such as ENTER, EXIT , △▽ , ◁▷ in the bottom show available buttons for you[...]

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

54 5. Using On-Screen Menu ❸ List of Menu Items Some menu items are not a vailab le depending on the input source. Menu Item Default Options SOURCE COMPUTER1, COMPUTER2 * HDMI VIDEO * S-VIDEO * ADJUST PICTURE PRESET * 1–6 DET AIL SETTINGS REFERENCE * HIGH-BRIGHT , PRESENT A TION, VIDEO , MO VIE, GRAPHIC, sRGB GAMMA CORRECTION * D YNAMIC, NA TUR[...]

55 5. Using On-Screen Menu SETUP OPTIONS(2) ST ANDBY MODE PO WER-SAVING NORMAL, POWER-SA VING DIRECT POWER ON OFF OFF , ON A UT O POWER ON(COMP1) OFF OFF , ON A UT O POWER OFF 0:30 OFF , 0:05, 0:10, 0:20, 0:30 DEF AUL T SOURCE SELECT LAST LAST , AUT O, COMPUTER1, COMPUTER2, HDMI, VIDEO , S-VIDEO CARBON CONVERT CURRENCY CURRENCY CONVERT 3D COMPUTER1[...]

56 5. Using On-Screen Menu ❹ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE] COMPUTER1 & COMPUTER2 Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER 1 IN or COMPUTER 2 IN input connector . NOTE: • When the component input signal is connected to the COMPUTER 1 IN connector , select [COMPUTER1]. • The projector will determine if the input signal i[...]

57 5. Using On-Screen Menu ❺ Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [PICTURE] [PRESET] This function allows y ou to select optimized settings f or your projected image. Y ou can adjust neutral tint f or yello w , 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 [...]

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 f or [PICTURE] will be retur ned to the factory settings with the e xception of the f ollowing; Preset numbers and [REFERENCE] within the [PRESET] screen. The settings and adjustments under [DET AIL SETTINGS] within the [PRESET] screen that are not currently selected will not be reset.[...]

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 during 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 [...]

62 5. Using On-Screen Menu Options Function A UTO The projector will automatically determine the incoming signal and displa y it in its aspect ratio . ( → ne xt page ) The projector ma y erroneously determine 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 V311W/V281W [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 ❻ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [GENERAL] Correcting V ertical Keystone Distortion Manually [KEYST ONE] Y ou can correct vertical 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 Corre[...]

65 5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting Eco Mode [ECO MODE] This feature tur ns on or off the ECO mode. The lamp life can be extended by 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 Default setting (100% Brightness). Off ON Select this mode to increase[...]

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 Source Displa y [SOURCE DISPLA Y] This option tur ns on or off input name display such as COMPUTER, VIDEO , S-VIDEO and No Input to be display ed 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 turn off the menu. The preset choices are [MANU AL], [A UT O 5 SEC], [A UT O 15 SEC], and [A UTO 45 SEC]. The [A UTO 45 SEC] is the f ac- 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 your 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 B[...]

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

70 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(1)] Selecting Fan Mode [F AN MODE] This option allows y ou to select three modes f or fan 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. HIGH ...................... The built-in [...]

71 5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting HDMI [HDMI SETTINGS] Make the settings f or video lev el and audio lev el when connecting HDMI equipment such as a D VD player . VIDEO LEVEL ......... Select [AUTO] to automatically detect video level. If automatic detection may not work well, select [NOR- MAL] to disable the [ENHANCED] feature of your HDMI equipm[...]

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

73 5. Using On-Screen Menu T urning On the Projector By Appl ying Computer Signal [A UTO PO WER ON(COMP1)] When the projector is in Standby mode, applying a computer signal from a computer connected to the COMPUTER 1 IN input will power on the projector and sim ultaneously project the computer’ s image. This functionality eliminates the need to a[...]

74 5. Using On-Screen Menu Changing currency setting and currency con ver t setting [CURRENCY CONVER T] Changes currency setting and currency conv er t setting f or CARBON METER. The initial setting are as f ollows: US Dollar ............... 0.11 [$/kWh] EU Euro ................. 0.19 [ € /kWh] Japanese Y en ......... 20 [¥/kWh] Chinese Y uan ..[...]

75 5. Using On-Screen Menu [3D] Selecting input connected to a source of 3D ima ges [COMPUTER1/COMPUTER2/HDMI/VIDEO/S-VIDEO] [3D] This function s witches the 3D mode between ON and OFF f or each input. ON ......................... T urns on the 3D mode for the selected input. NOTE: T o confirm that the supported 3D signal is accepted, use either w[...]

76 5. Using On-Screen Menu [FORMA T] Selects either two f ormats: frame sequential or ov er/under t FRAME SEQUENTIAL .......... Normal setting. (frame sequential 3D consists of a sequence of alternating frames wherein each successive frame carries the image meant for one or the other eye.) OVER/UNDER ..................... For viewing a 3D images in[...]

77 5. Using On-Screen Menu ❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.] Disp la ys the statu s of the curre nt signal and lamp usag e. This item has f our page s. The inf or mati on includ ed is as f ollo ws: TIP: Pressing the HELP button on the remote control will show the [INFO.] menu items. [USA GE TIME] [LAMP LIFE REMAINING] (%)* [LAMP HOURS U[...]

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

79 5. Using On-Screen Menu ❽ Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET] Returning to Factory Default [RESET] The RESET feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset f or a (all) source(s) e xcept the f ollowing: [CURRENT SIGNAL] Resets the adjustments f or the current signal to the factory preset lev els. The items th[...]

80 6. Maintenance This section descr ibes the simple maintenance procedures you should follo w to clean the cabinet and the lens, and replace the lamp . ❶ 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 use strong de[...]

81 6. Maintenance ❷ Replacing the Lamp When the lamp reaches the end of its lif e, 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 . ( → 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 screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condi- tion. • The three screws are not remo vab le. • There is an inter lock on this case to prev ent the risk of electr ical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock. (2) Remov e[...]

83 6. Maintenance 5. Connect the supplied power cor d, 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 displaye[...]

84 7. Appendix ❶ T r oubleshooting This section helps you resolv e problems you ma y encounter while setting up or using the projector . Indicator Messages P ower 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 [...]

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 cover is installed[...]

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 ❷ Specifications This section provides technical inf or mation about projector’ s perf or mance. Optical V311X V311W V281W Projection System Single DLP ® chip (0.55", aspect 4:3) Single DLP ® chip (0.65", aspect 16:10) Resolution* 1 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) 1280 × 800 pixels (WXGA) Lens Manual zoom and f ocus F=2.41-[...]

88 7. Appendix * 4 HDMI ® (Deep Color , Lip Sync) with HDCP What is HDCP/HDCP technology? HDCP is an acronym f or High-ban dwidth Digita l Content Protect ion. High bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is a system for pre venting illegal cop ying of video data sent ov er a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). If you are unable to v[...]

89 7. Appendix 310 (12.2) 96 (3.8) 247 (9.7) 68.4 (2.7) 95 (3.7) ❸ Cabinet Dimensions Lens center Lens center Unit: mm (inch)[...]

90 7. Appendix ❹ Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector Signal Le vel Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal : TTL le vel 5 1 4 2 3 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 6 9 7 8 COMPUTER 1 IN NOTE: Pin Nos. 12 and 15 are required for DDC/CI. Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) YCbCr Signal 1 Red Cr 2 Green or Sync on Green Y[...]

91 7. Appendix ❺ Compatible Input Signal List Horizontal: 15KHz to 100KHz (RGB: 24KHz or o v er) V er tical: 50Hz to 120Hz (Signals with higher than refresh rate 85 Hz suppor t resolutions of 1024 × 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 4:3 56[...]

92 7. Appendix ❻ PC Contr ol Codes and Cable Connection PC Control Codes Function Code Data POWER ON 02H 00H 00H 00H 00H 02H POWER OFF 02H 01H 00H 00H 00H 03H INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 1 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 01H 09H INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 2 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 02H 0AH INPUT SELECT HDMI 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 1AH 22H INPUT SELECT VIDEO 02H 03H [...]

93 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 [...]

94 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 [...]

95 7. Appendix ❽ REGISTER YOUR PROJECTOR! (for r esidents in the United States, Canada, and Mexico) Please tak e time to register your new projector . This will activ ate your limited parts and labor warr anty and InstaCare ser vice program. Vis it our web sit e at www .n ecd isp la y .com , clic k on sup port cente r/ reg ist er pro duc t and su[...]

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