NEC VT440 Projector Lamp User Manual

Disclaimer
This user manual is provided as a free service by FixYourDLP.com. FixYourDLP is in no way responsible
for the content of this manual, nor do we guarantee its accuracy. FixYourDLP does not make any claim
of copyright and all copyrights remain the property of their respective owners.
About FixYourDLP.com
FixYourDLP.com (http://www.fixyourdlp.com) is the World’s #1 resource for media product news,
reviews, do-it-yourself guides, and manuals.
Informational Blog: http://www.fixyourdlp.com
Video Guides: http://www.fixyourdlp.com/guides
User Forums: http://www.fixyourdlp.com/forum
FixYourDLP’s Fight Against Counterfeit Lamps:
http://www.fixyourdlp.com/counterfeits
Sponsors:
RecycleYourLamp.org – Free lamp recycling services for used lamps:
http://www.recycleyourlamp.org
Lamp Research - The trusted 3rd party lamp research company:
http://www.lampresearch.com
Discount-Merchant.com – The worlds largest lamp distributor:
http://www.discount-merchant.com
Sponsored by DM
MultiSync VT440/VT540
LCD Projector
User’s Manual
English
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
RF Interference
Precautions
Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC
MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector and keep the manual
handy for future reference.
Your serial number is located under the name plate label
on the right side of your MultiSync VT440/VT540. Record
it here:
WARNING
The Federal Communications Commission does not
allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT
those specified by NEC Technologies in this manual.
Failure to comply with this government regulation could
void your right to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
CAUTION
To turn off main power, be sure to remove the
plug from power outlet.
The power outlet socket should be installed
as near to the equipment as possible, and
should be easily accessible.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE
CABINET.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED NEC
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may be sufficient to
cause electrical shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any
part inside of the unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important information concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been provided. The
information should be read carefully to avoid
problems.
In UK, a BS approved power cable with moulded plug
has a Black (five Amps) fuse installed for use with this
equipment. If a power cable is not supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S GROUNDED PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD OR IN AN OUTLET UNLESS ALL
THREE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. ALL SERVICING MUST BE
DONE BY QUALIFIED NEC SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DOC Compliance Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of
the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.
• Macintosh and PowerBook are registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.
• Other product and company names mentioned in this user's manual
may be the trademarks of their respective holders.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
3. GSGV Acoustic Noise Information Ordinance:
The sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 3744 or ISO 7779.
E–2
Important Safeguards
CAUTION
These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of
your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read
them carefully and heed all warnings.
Do not unplug the power cable from the wall outlet under any
one of the following circumstances. Doing so can cause damage
to the projector:
Installation
* While the Hour Glass icon appears.
* While the message "Please wait a little." appears. This message will be displayed after the projector is turned off.
* Immediately after the power cable is plugged into the wall
outlet (the POWER indicator has not changed to a steady amber
glow).
* Immediately after the cooling fan stops working (The cooling
fan continues to work for 30 seconds after the projector is
turned off with the POWER button).
* While the POWER and the STATUS indicators are alternately
flashing.
1. For best results, use your projector in a darkened room.
2. Place the projector on a flat, level surface in a dry area away
from dust and moisture.
3. Do not place your projector in direct sunlight, near heaters
or heat radiating appliances.
4. Exposure to direct sunlight, smoke or steam can harm internal components.
5. Handle your projector carefully. Dropping or jarring can damage internal components.
6. Do not place heavy objects on top of the projector.
CAUTION
7. If you wish to have the projector installed on the ceiling:
Do not put the projector on its side when the lamp is turned on.
Doing so may cause damage to the projector.
a. Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.
b. The projector must be installed by qualified technicians
in order to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk
of bodily injury.
CAUTION
c. In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support
the projector and the installation must be in accordance
with any local building codes.
Avoid displaying stationary images for a prolonged period of
time.
Doing so can result in these images being temporarily sustained
on the surface of the LCD panel.
If this should happen, continue to use your projector. The static
background from previous images will disappear.
d. Please consult your dealer for more information.
Power Supply
1. The projector is designed to operate on a power supply of
100-120 or 200-240 V 50/60 Hz AC. Ensure that your power
supply fits this requirement before attempting to use your
projector.
2. Handle the power cable carefully and avoid excessive bending. A damaged cord can cause electric shock or fire.
3. If the projector is not to be used for an extended period of
time, disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
Cleaning
1. Unplug the projector before cleaning.
2. Clean the cabinet periodically with a damp cloth. If heavily
soiled, use a mild detergent. Never use strong detergents
or solvents such as alcohol or thinner.
3. Use a blower or lens paper to clean the lens, and be careful
not to scratch or mar the lens.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–3
Lamp Replacement
• To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on page
E-33.
• Be sure to replace the lamp when the message "The lamp
has reached the end of its usable life. Please replace the
lamp."appears. If you continue to use the lamp after the lamp
has reached the end of its usable life, the lamp bulb may
shatter, and pieces of glass may be scattered in the lamp
case. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause
injury. If this happens, contact your NEC dealer for lamp
replacement.
• Allow a minimum of 30 seconds to elapse after turning off
the projector. Then disconnect the power cable and allow 60
minutes to cool the projector before replacing the lamp.
Fire and Shock Precautions
1. Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are
unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside your projector. Allow at least 3 inches (10 cm) of space between
your projector and a wall.
2. Prevent foreign objects such as paper clips and bits of paper from falling into your projector. Do not attempt to retrieve any objects that might fall into your projector. Do not
insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver into
your projector. If something should fall into your projector,
disconnect it immediately and have the object removed by a
qualified NEC service personnel.
3. Do not place any liquids on top of your projector.
• Do not look into the lens while the projector is on. Serious
damage to your eyes could result.
• Keep any items such as magnifying glass out of the light
path of the projector. The light being projected from the lens
is extensive, therefore any kind of abnormal objects that
can redirect light coming out of the lens, can cause unpredictable outcome such as fire or injury to the eyes.
• Do not cover the lens with the supplied lens cap or equivalent while the projector is on. Doing so can lead to melting of
the cap and possibly burning your hands due to the heat
emitted from the light output.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Setup ......................................................................... E-31
Orientation ............................................................ E-31
Background ........................................................... E-31
Signal Select ......................................................... E-32
Auto Start .............................................................. E-32
Power Management .............................................. E-32
Power Off Confirmation ......................................... E-32
Keystone Save ...................................................... E-32
Clear Lamp Hour Meter ........................................ E-32
1. INTRODUCTION
Introduction to the MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector ................. E-6
Getting Started ............................................................ E-6
What’s in the Box ......................................................... E-7
Getting to Know Your MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector .................. E-8
Front / Side Features .............................................. E-8
Rear / Side Features ............................................... E-9
Top Features ......................................................... E-10
Terminal Panel Features ....................................... E-11
Remote Control Features ...................................... E-12
Help ........................................................................... E-32
Contents ................................................................ E-32
Information ............................................................ E-32
2. INSTALLATION
Setting Up Your Projector ........................................... E-14
Selecting a Location .................................................. E-14
Using a Tabletop or Cart ............................................ E-14
Distance Chart ........................................................... E-15
Ceiling Installation ..................................................... E-16
Reflecting the Image .................................................. E-16
Wiring Diagram .......................................................... E-17
Connecting Your PC .............................................. E-18
Connecting Your Macintosh Computer .................. E-19
Connecting an External Monitor ............................ E-21
Connecting Your DVD Player ................................. E-22
Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player .......... E-23
4. MAINTENANCE
Replacing the Lamp ................................................... E-33
Remote Control Battery Installation ........................... E-34
Cleaning or Replacing the Filters .............................. E-34
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Power / Status Light Messages ................................. E-35
Common Problems & Solutions ................................. E-35
6. SPECIFICATIONS
Optical/Electrical/Mechanical..................................... E-36
Cabinet Dimensions .................................................. E-37
D-Sub Pin Assignments ............................................. E-38
Timing Chart .............................................................. E-39
PC Control Codes ...................................................... E-40
Cable Connection ...................................................... E-40
3. OPERATION
General Controls ....................................................... E-24
Enlarging and Moving a Picture ................................. E-24
Using the Menus ........................................................ E-25
Menu Tree .................................................................. E-26
Menu Elements .......................................................... E-27
Menu Descriptions & Functions ................................. E-28
Source Select ............................................................ E-28
RGB/Video/S-Video
Picture ....................................................................... E-28
Brightness/Contrast/Color/Hue/Sharpness
Volume ....................................................................... E-28
Image Options ........................................................... E-28
Keystone ............................................................... E-28
Color Temperature ................................................ E-28
Lamp Mode ........................................................... E-29
Gamma Correction ................................................ E-29
Aspect Ratio .......................................................... E-29
Noise Reduction .................................................... E-29
Color Matrix ........................................................... E-29
White Balance ....................................................... E-30
Auto Adjust ............................................................ E-30
Position/Clock ....................................................... E-30
Resolution ............................................................. E-30
Factory Default ...................................................... E-30
Menu .......................................................................... E-31
Menu Mode ........................................................... E-31
Basic/Advanced ................................................ E-31
Language .............................................................. E-31
Projector Pointer ................................................... E-31
Source Display ...................................................... E-31
Volume Bar (Direct Button) ................................... E-31
Menu Display Time ................................................ E-31
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–5
1. INTRODUCTION
Introduction to the MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector
• The supplied remote control can be used without a cable.
• You can control the projector with a PC using the PC Control
port.
• The contemporary cabinet design is light, compact, easy to carry,
and complements any office, boardroom or auditorium.
• Eight pointers are available for your presentation.
This section introduces you to your new MultiSync VT440 (SVGA)/
VT540 (XGA) Projector and describes the features and controls.
Congratulations on Your Purchase of The MultiSync VT440/
VT540 Projector
The MultiSync VT440/VT540 is one of the very best projectors available today. The MultiSync VT440/VT540 enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches across (measured diagonally) from your
PC or Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook), VCR, DVD player,
document camera, or even a laser disc player.
You can use the projector on a tabletop or cart, you can use the projector to project images from behind the screen, and the projector can
be permanently mounted on a ceiling*1. The remote control can be
used wirelessly.
*1 Do not attempt to mount the projector on a ceiling yourself.
The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order
to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk of bodily injury.
In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector and the installation must be in accordance with any local
building codes. Please consult your dealer for more information.
*2 An XGA image (1024768) is converted into an 800600 crisp
image with NEC technology’s Advanced AccuBlend on VT440.
*3 An SXGA image (12801024) is converted into a 1024768
crisp image with NEC technology’s Advanced AccuBlend on
VT540.
Features you’ll enjoy:
• Simple set up and operation.
• Front ventilation directs hot air away from your audience.
• A high-performance 160 watt NSH (130 watt in Eco mode) lamp.
The lamp life can be extended up to 3000 hours by using the Eco
mode.
• The supplied wireless remote control that operates the projector
from any angle.
• Manual zoom control enables you to adjust the image between
25 (0.63 m) and 300 inches (7.6 m) (measured diagonally).
• Keystone correction allows you to correct trapezoidal distortion
so that the image is square.
• You can choose between video modes depending on your source:
“normal” for a typical picture, “natural” for true color reproduction.
• An image can be projected from in front or behind a screen, and
the projector can even be installed on the ceiling.
• NEC Technologies’ exclusive Advanced AccuBlend intelligent
pixel blending technology - an extremely accurate image compression technology - offers a crisp image with SXGA (1280 x
1024) resolution*3.
• Supports most IBM VGA, SVGA, XGA*2 , SXGA(with Advanced AccuBlend)*3, Macintosh, component signal (YCbCr /
YPbPr) or any other RGB signals within a horizontal frequency
range of 15 to 100 kHz and a vertical frequency range of 50 to
117 Hz. This includes NTSC, PAL, PAL60, SECAM and
NTSC4.43 standard video signals.
Getting Started
The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything
right the first time. Take a few minutes now to review the user’s
manual. This may save you time later on. At the beginning of each
section of the manual you’ll find an overview. If the section doesn’t
apply, you can skip it.
NOTE: Composite video standards are as follows:
NTSC: U.S. TV standard for video in U.S. and Canada.
PAL: TV standard used in Western Europe.
PAL60: TV standard used for NTSC playback on PAL TVs.
SECAM: TV standard used in France and Eastern Europe.
NTSC4.43: TV standard used in Middle East countries.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–6
What's in the Box?
Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer.
Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector.
P
O
TU
R
TA
E
S
W
S
O
E NTE R
N
/O
FF
CA
Lens cap
S
NC EL
E
LE
C
S
T
O
U
R
E
E
C
M
NU
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
RG
INP B
UT
AU
D
OU
TP
UT
IN
PC
-CO
N
OU
T
TR
OL
S-V
Projector
IDE
O
VID
CE
UR
SO
M ENU
TO
U .
A DJ
A
Vo
l.
ENT E R
CT
LE
SE
.
l
Vo
MA
GN
PO
IN
IFY
CANCEL
TE
R
C.
PI TE
U
M
LP
HE
PO
WE
R
E
66
-3
D
R
Card remote control
String and rivet
N
O
1
2
4
IP
D
3
5
6
Power cable
Signal cable
Pin adapter for Macintosh
ck t
ui ec
Q nn de
o i
C Gu
r's l
se a
U anu
M
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–7
Getting to Know Your MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector
Front/ Side Features
Controls
AC Input
Connect the supplied power
cable’s three-pin plug here.
Remote Sensor
S
TA
P TU
O
W S
E
R
Remote Sensor
O
N
/S
TA
N
D
E NTE R
CA
B
Y
M
E
S
O
U
R
C
E
S
E
LE
C
T
NC EL
NU
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
Air-Filter (inlet)
Slot for Kensington
MicroSaver
Security System
RG
INP B
UT
Lens Cap
AU
D
OU
TP
Air-Filter (inlet)
PC
UT
IN
OU
-CO
NT
T
RO
L
S-V
IDE
O
VID
Adjustable Tilt Foot Button
Carrying Handle
Terminal Panel
Adjustable Tilt Foot
Zoom Lever
Lens
Focus Ring
NOTE: Built-in Security Slot (
Ventilation (outlet)
Carrying the Projector:
)
Raise the carrying handle up. Always carry your projector by the
carrying handle.
This security slot supports the MicroSaver® Security System.
MicroSaver® is a registered trademark of Kensington Microware
Inc.The logo is trademarked and owned by Kensington Microware
Inc.
ON/OFF
NOTE:When moving the projector or when it is not in use, cover the
lens with the lens cap.
ER
NT
E
L
O
TR
STATUS
POWER
SELECT
MENU
CAN
AUTO ADJUST
CE L
N
O
-C
C
P
R
IN G
P B
U
T
T
U
O
IN
IN
O
T
U
D
U
A
SOURCE
O
E
ID
V
T
U
TP
O
E
U
O
ID
-V
S
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
CAUTION
Do not put the projector on its side when the lamp is turned on.
Doing so may cause damage to the projector.
E–8
Rear/ Side Features
E
M
NU
NC EL
D
B
Y
CA
S
E
LE
C
T
S
O
U
R
C
E
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
Remote Sensor
N
/S
TA
N
Remote Sensor
P
S
TA
T
O US
W
E
R
O
E NTE R
Built-in Monaural Speaker (1W)
Rear Foot
Lamp Cover
Lamp Cover Screw
Card Remote Slot
Rear Foot
Attaching the lens cap to the lens hood with the supplied string and rivet
Slot for Card Remote Control
The supplied card remote control can be stored in the cabinet.
To store the card remote control:
1. Insert the card remote control STRAIGHT into the slot.
2. Push the card remote control until it is into place.
1. Thread the string through the hole on the lens cap and then tie a
knot in the string.
AUTO
ADJ.
Lens Cap
POWER
HELP
POINTER
MAGNIFY
R
ENTE
String
RD-366E
CA
PIC.
MUTE
Vol.
SELECT
M
Vol.
U
E
N
SOURCE
N
C
E
L
2. Tie a knot again
To pull out the card remote control:
1. Push the bottom of the card remote control straight to eject the
card remote control.
2. Pull out the card remote control.
3. Use the rivet to attach the string to the bottom of the lens hood.
RD-366E
Rivet
L
S-V
IDE
O
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
VID
T
PC
-CO
OU
T
NT
RO
L
IN
B
UT
S-V
IDE
O
VID
OU
TP
UT
AU
D
OU
T
B
RG T
U
INP
IN
AU
D
E–9
PU
NOTE: Do not push or pull the card remote control in a slanting
direction. Unless you push the card remote control straight, you may
not eject the card remote control. Should this happen, try pushing the
card remote control straight again.
Top Features
1
S
2
O
U
R
C
E
4
5
U
TO
NU
A
ME
7
A
D
E
JU
S
ENTER
S
LE
T
C
TA
T
S
TU
P
W
S
O
E
R
CA
NC E L
3
O
N
/S
TA
N
D
B
Y
6
8
9
1 Source Button
Use this button to select a video source such as a PC, VCR or DVD
player.
2 Auto Adjust Button
Use this button to adjust Position-H/V and Pixel Clock/Phase for
an optimal picture. Some signals may not be displayed correctly or
take time to switch between sources.
3 Menu Button
Displays the menu.
6 Cancel Button
Press this button to exit the menu. Press this button to return the
adjustments to the last condition while you are in the adjustment
or setting menu.
7 Status Indicator
When this is lit red (orange in Eco mode) continually, it’s warning
you that the projection lamp has exceeded 2000 hours (up to 3000
hours in Eco mode) of service. After this light appears, it is advisable to replace the projection lamp as soon as possible. (See page
E-33). In addition the message “The lamp has reached the end of
its usable life. Please replace the lamp.” appears continually until
the lamp is replaced.
If this light blinks red rapidly, it indicates that the lamp cover or
filter cover is not attached properly or the projector is overheated.
See the Power / Status Light Messages on page E-35 for more
details.
4 Select (▲▼ ) / Volume (+) (–) Buttons
▲▼: Use these buttons to select the menu of the item you wish
to adjust.
: Use these buttons to change the level of a selected menu
item.
A press of the button executes the selection. When no menus
appear, these ▲▼ buttons work as a volume control.
When the pointer is displayed, these ▲▼ buttons move the
pointer.
8 Power Indicator ( )
When this indicator is green, the projector is on; when the indicator is orange, it is in standby mode.
5 Enter Button
Executes your menu selection and activates items selected from
the menu.
9 Power Button (ON / STAND BY)
Use this button to turn the power on and off when the power is
supplied and the projector is in standby mode.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
O
RL
Aturn
MP
NDA
CC
E
S
S
O
RI
E
Sfor
NOTE:
To
offS
theA
projector,
press
and
hold
this
button
minimum of two seconds.
E–10
Terminal Panel Features
AUDIO
S
TA
P TU
O
W S
E
R
RGB
INPUT
O
N
/S
TA
N
D
E NTE R
CA
B
Y
M
E
NU
IN OUT
S
O
U
R
C
E
NC EL
S
E
LE
C
T
3
1
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
OUTPUT
OUT IN
2
8
4
PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO
VIDEO
Slot for Kensington
MicroSaver Security System
5
7
6
1. RGB Input Connector(Mini D-Sub 15 pin)
Connect your PC or other RGB equipment. Use the supplied signal cable to connect to a PC.
5. Video Input (RCA)
Connect a VCR, DVD player, laser disc player, or document camera here to project video.
2. RGB Monitor Output Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 pin)
You can use this connector to loop your computer image to an
external monitor from the RGB input source.
6. S-Video Input Port (Mini DIN 4 Pin)
Connect the S-Video input from an external source like a VCR.
3. Audio Input / Output Mini Jack
This is where you connect audio output from your computer. Or
connect additional external speakers here to listen to audio coming
from your Video or S- Video input.
4. Audio Input / Output Connector (RCA)
This is where you connect audio output from a VCR, DVD player,
or laser disc player. Or connect additional external speakers to listen to audio coming from your RGB source.
NOTE: Either connector 3 or 4 can be used for input or output, however they cannot both be used for input simultaneously. It can damage your equipment.
7. PC Control Port (Mini DIN 8 Pin)
Use this port to connect your PC to control your projector. This
enables you to use your PC and serial communication protocol to
control the projector. If you are writing your own program, typical
PC control codes are on page E-40.
A cap is put on the port at the factory. Remove the cap when using
the port.
8. Built-in Security Slot ( )
This security slot supports the MicroSaver ® Security System.
MicroSaver ® is a registered trademark of Kensington Microware
Inc. The logo is trademarked and owned by Kensington Microware
Inc.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–11
Remote Control Features
Remote Control
1
2 Auto Adjust Button
Use this button to adjust Position-H/V and Pixel Clock/Phase for
an optimal picture. Some signals may not be displayed correctly,
or in some cases it may take some time for a source to switch between sources.
3
AUTO
ADJ.
SOURCE
ME
1 Source Button
Press to select a video source.
12
2
NU
Vol.+
3 Menu Button
Displays the menu.
4
CE
Vol.–
ER
T
5
EN
4 Select (▲▼ ) / Volume (+) (–) Buttons
▲▼: Use these buttons to select the menu of the item you wish
to adjust.
: Use these buttons to change the level of a selected menu
item.
A press of the button executes the selection. When no menus
appear, these ▲▼ buttons work as a volume control.
When the pointer is displayed, these ▲▼ buttons move the
pointer.
L
SELECT
CA
N
POINTER
PIC.
MUTE
HELP
POWER
6
8
9
MAGNIFY
7
5 Enter Button
Use this button to enter your menu selection.
11
RD-366E
6 Cancel Button
Press this button to exit “Menus”. Press this button to return the
adjustments to the last condition while you are in the adjustment
or setting menu.
10
25
20
LT
R
O
M nO
2- L iC E L L 3 V
C
7 Magnify Button
Use the (+) or (–) button to adjust the image size up to 400%.
When the Pointer is displayed, the magnified image is displayed at
the center of the Pointer. When the Pointer is not displayed, the
magnified image is displayed at the center of the screen.
When the image is magnified, the pointer is changed to the magnifying icon.
S JAPAN H
NOTE: Remove the transparent insulation tape before use. See
page E-34 for battery installation.
8 Pointer Button
Press this button to display one of the eight pointers; press again to
hide the pointer. You can move your pointer icon to the area you
want on the screen using the Select button.
12 Infrared Transmitter
Direct the remote control toward the remote sensor on the projector cabinet.
9 Picture Mute Button
This button turns off the image and sound for a short period of
time. Press again to restore the image and sound.
Remote Control Precautions
10 Help Button
Provides information about operation and adjustment procedures
or the set information for the current menu or adjustment during
menu operation. This also displays information how to use the Help.
11 Power Button
If power is applied, you can use this button to turn your projector
on and off.
•
•
•
•
Handle the remote control carefully.
If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
Do not place the battery upside down.
NOTE: Before you use the card remote control for the first time, be
sure to remove the insulation tape from the card remote control.
* Keep the coin cell battery out of reach of children so as not to
allow them to swallow the cell battery.
NOTE: To turn off the projector, press and hold the POWER button for a minimum of two seconds.
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–12
Operating Range
7m
22 feet
30˚
7m
7m
22 feet
30˚
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–13
2. INSTALLATION
This section describes how to set up your MultiSync VT440/VT540
projector and how to connect video and audio sources.
Setting up Your Projector
Your MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector is simple to set up and use.
But before you get started, you must first:
1. Determine the image size.
2. Set up a screen or select a non-glossy white wall onto which you
can project your image.
4. Move the projector left or right to center the image horizontally
on the screen.
5. To center the image vertically, lift the front edge of the projector
and press the One-Touch Tilt button on the front side of the projector to release the Front Adjustable foot.
Screen
Side view
Carrying the Projector: Always carry your projector by the handle.
Ensure that the power cable and any other cables connecting to video
sources are disconnected before moving the projector.
When moving the projector or when it is not in use, cover the lens
with the lens cap.
(There is approximately 10 degrees of up and down adjustment
for the front of the projector.)
ON/OFF
Carrying handle
ER
NT
E
STATUS
POWER
SELECT
MENU
CAN
AUTO ADJUST
CE L
PC
OU
-CON
TR
OL
S-VID
TP
UT
B
RG PUT
IN
SOURCE
Adjusting the Tilt Foot
EO
VID
OU
IN
AU
T
OU
EO
IN
T
D
1) Press and hold the Tilt button on the front of the projector.
2) Lift the front edge of the projector to the height you want, and
release the button to lock the Adjustable Tilt Foot.
P
Selecting a Location
O
TU
R
TA
E
S
W
S
O
E NTER
N
/O
FF
CA
S
N CE L
E
LE
C
S
T
O
The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the
image. The minimum size the image can be is approximately 25"
(0.64 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 4 feet
(1.2 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300"
(7.6 m) when the projector is about 39.3 feet (12.0 m) from the wall
or screen.
U
R
E
E
C
M
NU
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
RG
INPUB
T
AU
D
OU
TP
UT
IN
PC
OU
-CON
T
TR
2
OL
S-VID
EO
VID
1
Using a Tabletop or Cart
1. Place your projector on a flat level surface at the optimal distance
from the screen or wall so you realize the size image you want.
(Avoid having bright room lighting or sun light directly on the
screen or wall where you’ll be projecting the image.)
2. Connect the power cable, remove the lens cap and turn the projector on. (If no input signal is available, the projector will display a
background image.)
3. Ensure that the projector is square to the screen.
To fine-tune the image’s position vertically on the screen, rotate the
foot. Each of the rear feet height can be changed up to 0.6” (4mm).
C
S
T
EL
LE
O
U
R
E
E
C
M
NU
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
RG
INPUB
T
AU
D
OU
TP
PC
UT
IN
OU
TR
T
OL
Screen
S-VID
EO
R
VID
AUTO ADJUST
ON/OFF
P
O
W
S
E
TA
Top view
-CON
CA N
SELECT
ER
POWER
STATUS
SOURCE
NT
M E NU
CE
L
E
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
6. If the projected image does not appear square to the screen then
use keystone correction for proper adjustment.
7. Adjust the size of the image using the Zoom ring on the lens.
E–14
Distance Chart
C
A: Distance between the
lens and the screen center
C: Horizontal throw distance between screen
surface and the lens
D: Vertical distance between projector base
and base of image
E: Vertical distance between projector base
and screen center
A
α
E
D
Formulas(mm)
"H = Horizontal Screen Width
A = C/cosα
C (wide) = 36.8712 × (diagonal screen size/ 0.92205) – 43.5689
C (tele) = C(wide) × 1.2
D = 1.45 × M – 62.9
E = 62.9 + 5.5M
M = 1.25H / 22.86
Screen (inch)
H
4:3 Diagonal
Formulas(inch)
"H = Horizontal Screen Width
A = C/cosα
C (wide) = (36.8712 × (diagonal screen size/0.92205) – 43.5689) / 25.4
C (tele) = C (wide) × 1.2
D = 1.45 × M – 62.9 / 25.4
E = (62.9 + 5.5M) / 25.4
M = 1.25H / 0.9
Zoom Lens (Wide)
α
β (=sinα)
γ (=cosα)
degree
9.01
0.16
0.99
8.93
0.16
0.99
8.85
0.15
0.99
8.82
0.15
0.99
8.81
0.15
0.99
8.79
0.15
0.99
8.78
0.15
0.99
8.77
0.15
0.99
8.75
0.15
0.99
8.74
0.15
0.99
8.74
0.15
0.99
8.73
0.15
0.99
8.72
0.15
0.99
8.72
0.15
0.99
Screen Size H-Width
inch
24
32
48
56
64
72
80
96
120
144
160
192
216
240
4:3 Diagonal
inch
30
40
60
70
80
90
100
120
150
180
200
240
270
300
A
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
1171
46
1156
46
-15
-1
246
10
1575
62
1556
61
2
0
307
12
2384
94
2356
93
34
1
430
17
2789
110
2756
108
50
2
491
19
3193
126
3155
124
66
3
552
22
3598
142
3555
140
82
3
613
24
4002
158
3955
156
98
4
674
27
4811
189
4755
187
130
5
796
31
6025
237
5955
234
179
7
980
39
7238
285
7154
282
227
9
1163
46
8047
317
7954
313
259
10
1285
51
9666
381
9554
376
324
13
1530
60
10879
428
10753
423
372
15
1713
67
12093
476
11953
471
420
17
1896
75
6.28
0.11
0.99
7.46
0.13
0.99
7.39
0.13
0.99
7.37
0.13
0.99
7.36
0.13
0.99
7.35
0.13
0.99
7.34
0.13
0.99
7.32
0.13
0.99
7.31
0.13
0.99
7.30
0.13
0.99
7.30
0.13
0.99
7.29
0.13
0.99
7.29
0.13
0.99
7.28
0.13
0.99
C
D
E
Zoom Lens (Tele)
α
β (=sinα)
γ (=cosα)
degree
Screen Size H-Width
inch
20
32
48
56
64
72
80
96
120
144
160
192
216
240
4:3 Diagonal
inch
25
40
60
70
80
90
100
120
150
180
200
240
270
300
A
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
1396
55
1387
55
-23
-1
216
8
1883
74
1867
74
2
0
307
12
2851
112
2827
111
34
1
430
17
3334
131
3307
130
50
2
491
19
3818
150
3787
149
66
3
552
22
4302
169
4266
168
82
3
613
24
4785
188
4746
187
98
4
674
27
5753
226
5706
225
130
5
796
31
7204
284
7146
281
179
7
980
39
8655
341
8585
338
227
9
1163
46
9623
379
9545
376
259
10
1285
51
11558
455
11464
451
324
13
1530
60
13009
512
12904
508
372
15
1713
67
14460
569
14344
565
420
17
1896
75
C
D
E
NOTE: Distances may vary +/–5%.
Distance Chart
300
Screen Size (inch)
Screen Size (inch)
300
250
200
150
100
50
250
200
150
100
50
Throwing Distance
(inch)
(m)
45
1.2
61
1.6
93
2.4
108
2.8
124
3.2
140
3.6
156
4.0
187
4.8
234
6.0
282
7.2
313
8.0
376
9.6
423
10.8
471
12.0
Screen Size (inch)
Wide
Tele
30
25
40
33
60
50
70
58
80
67
90
75
100
83
120
100
150
125
180
150
200
167
240
200
270
225
300
250
T
HET
R
US
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORThrowing
PROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
Distance (inch)
Throwing Distance (m)
0
0
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
wide
0
100
200
300
tele
E–15
400
Ceiling Installation
Formulas(mm)
H” = Horizontal Screen Width (inch)
A = C/cosα
B = 94 + 5.5 × M
C (wide) = 36.8712 × (diagonal screen size/ 0.92205) – 43.5689
C (tele) = C(wide) × 1.2
F = 1.4516 × M – 94
M = 1.25H” / 22.86
F
PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
α
OUT IN
IN OUT
RGB
INPUT
AUDIO
B
Formulas(inch)
H” = Horizontal Screen Width
A = C/cosα
B = (94+5.5 × M) / 25.4
C (wide) = (36.8712 × (diagonal screen size/0.92205) – 43.5689) / 25.4
C (tele) = C (wide) × 1.2
F = 1.4516 × M – 94/25.4
M = 1.25H / 0.9
A
C
A:
B:
C:
F:
Distance between the lens and the screen center
Vertical distance between the top of the supplied ceiling mount and the screen center
Horizontal throw distance between screen surface and the lens
Vertical distance between projector base and top of image
Zoom Lens (Wide)
α
β (=sinα)
γ (=cosα)
Screen Size H-Width
4:3 Diagonal
A
C
B
F
degree
inch
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
9.01
0.16
0.99
24
30
1171
46
1156
46
277
11
-46
-2
8.93
0.16
0.99
32
40
1471
58
1556
61
338
13
-29
-1
8.85
0.15
0.99
48
60
2242
88
2356
93
461
18
3
0
8.82
0.15
0.99
56
70
2628
103
2756
108
522
21
19
1
8.81
0.15
0.99
64
80
3013
119
3155
124
583
23
35
1
8.79
0.15
0.99
72
90
3399
134
3555
140
644
25
51
2
8.78
0.15
0.99
80
100
3785
149
3955
156
705
28
67
3
8.77
0.15
0.99
96
120
4556
179
4755
187
827
33
100
4
8.75
0.15
0.99
120
150
5713
225
5955
234
1011
40
148
6
8.74
0.15
0.99
144
180
6870
270
7154
282
1194
47
196
8
8.74
0.15
0.99
160
200
7641
301
7954
313
1316
52
229
9
8.73
0.15
0.99
192
240
9184
362
9554
376
1561
61
293
12
8.72
0.15
0.99
216
270
10341
407
10753
423
1744
69
341
13
8.72
0.15
0.99
240
300
11498
453
11953
471
1927
76
390
15
6.28
0.11
0.99
20
25
1396
55
1387
55
247
10
-54
-2
7.1
0.12
0.99
32
40
1902
75
1867
74
338
13
-29
-1
7.0
0.12
0.99
48
60
2900
114
2827
111
461
18
3
0
7.0
0.12
0.99
56
70
3399
134
3307
130
522
21
19
1
7.0
0.12
0.99
64
80
3898
153
3787
149
583
23
35
1
7.0
0.12
0.99
72
90
4397
173
4266
168
644
25
51
2
6.9
0.12
0.99
80
100
4896
193
4746
187
705
28
67
3
6.9
0.12
0.99
96
120
5893
232
5706
225
827
33
100
4
6.9
0.12
0.99
120
150
7390
291
7146
281
1011
40
148
6
6.9
0.12
0.99
144
180
8887
350
8585
338
1194
47
196
8
6.9
0.12
0.99
160
200
9885
389
9545
376
1316
52
229
9
6.9
0.12
0.99
192
240
11881
468
11464
451
1561
61
293
12
6.9
0.12
0.99
216
270
13378
527
12904
508
1744
69
341
13
6.9
0.12
0.99
240
300
14875
586
14344
565
1927
76
390
15
Zoom Lens (Tele)
α
β (=sinα)
γ (=cosα)
Screen Size H-Width
4:3 Diagonal
A
C
B
F
degree
inch
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
WARNING
• Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NEC dealer for more information.
* Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.
• Only use your projector on a solid, level surface. If the projector falls to the ground, you can be injured and the projector
severely damaged.
• Do not use the projector where temperatures vary greatly. The
projector must be used at temperatures between 32˚F (0˚C)
and 95˚F (35˚C).
• Do not expose the projector to moisture, dust, or smoke. This
will harm the screen image.
• Ensure that you have adequate ventilation around your projector so heat can dissipate. Do not cover the vents on the side
or the front of the projector.
If your projector is mounted on the ceiling and your image is upside
down, use the “Menu” and “Select” buttons on your projector cabinet or ▲▼ button on your remote control to correct the orientation.
(See page E-31.)
Reflecting the Image
Using a mirror to reflect your projector’s image enables you to enjoy
a much larger image. Contact your NEC dealer if you need a mirror.
If you’re using a mirror and your image is inverted, use the “Menu”
and “Select” buttons on your projector cabinet or ▲▼ buttons on
your remote control to correct the orientation. (See page E-31.)
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–16
Wiring Diagram
Macintosh or Compatibles
(Desktop type or notebook type)
Pin adapter for Macintosh (supplied)
Speaker System
RGB INPUT
Monitor
RGB OUTPUT
PC CONTROL
IBM VGA or Compatibles
(Desktop type or notebook type)
AUDIO
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
Signal cable (supplied)
To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the
projector. It is recommended that you
use a commercially available distribution
amplifier if connecting a signal cable
longer than the supplied cable.
DVD Player (with component output)
Optional Component V cable
VCR, DVD Player or LaserDisc Player
Document Camera
To video, S-video, and audio
inputs on the projector.
NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect between the projector and the notebook PC
before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases signal cannot be output from RGB output
unless the notebook PC is turned on after connecting with the projector.
NOTE:
* If the screen goes blank while using your remote control, it may be the result of the computer’s screensaver or power management software.
* If you accidentally hit the POWER button on the remote control, wait 30 seconds and then press the
POWER button again to resume.
NOTE: If using video, S-video, or audio cables, the cables should be 3 m (9.8 feet) or shorter.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–17
Connecting Your PC
IBM VGA or Compatibles
(Notebook type)
Signal cable (supplied)
To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the projector. It is recommended that you use a commercially available distribution amplifier if connecting a signal cable longer than the supplied one.
RG
RG
INP B
UT
BI
NP
UT
AU
OU
PC
IBM VGA or Compatibles
-CO
NT
TP
UT
IN
OU
RO
L
S-V
IDE
AU
DIO
OU
T
T
IN
O
VID
(Desktop type)
DIO
EO
Audio cable
(not supplied)
Connecting your PC to your MultiSync VT440 (SVGA)/ VT540 (XGA) projector will enable you to project your computer’s screen image for
an impressive presentation.
To connect to a PC, simply:
1. Turn off the power to your projector and computer.
2. Use the supplied signal cable to connect your PC to the projector.
3. Turn on the projector and the computer.
4. If the projector goes blank after a period of inactivity, it may be caused by a screen saver installed on the computer you’ve connected to the
projector.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–18
Connecting Your Macintosh Computer
Macintosh (Notebook type)
Signal cable
(supplied)
RG
RG
INP B
UT
Audio cable
(not supplied)
BI
NP
UT
AU
OU
PC
-CO
NT
TP
UT
IN
OU
RO
L
S-V
IDE
AU
DIO
OU
T
DIO
T
IN
O
VID
EO
Macintosh (Desktop type)
NOTE: The new Macintosh computer
such as G3 will have the 15 pin HD connector. The VT440/VT540's "Plug and
Play" data will be downloaded to the
Macintosh. Therefore, the Mac adapter
will not be necessary.
To connect to a Macintosh, simply:
DIP
ON
1
2
3
4
5
6
For older Macintosh,
use the supplied pin
adapter to connect to
your Mac's video
port.
1. Turn off the power to your projector and your Macintosh computer.
2. Use the supplied signal cable to connect your Macintosh computer to the projector.
3. Turn on the projector and the Macintosh computer.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
Pin adapter for Macintosh
(supplied)
E–19
When using a Macintosh computer with the projector, set the DIP
switches of the supplied pin adapter according to your resolution.
After setting, restart your Macintosh computer.
See the following pages for setting of the DIP switches.
• When using with a Macintosh, SVGA(800600 :VT440)/
XGA(1024768 : VT540) is recommended if your Macintosh
supports this mode.
• When using with a Macintosh PowerBook, output may not be
set to 800600 unless “mirroring” is off on your PowerBook.
Refer to owner’s manual supplied with your Macintosh computer for mirroring.
NOTE: A Video Adapter cable manufactured by Apple Computer is
needed for a PowerBook which does not have a mini D-Sub 15-pin
connector.
Settings for Monitor Mode
Number of DIP switch
Resolution
13" multi-scan mode /16"-13"
17" multi-scan mode /19"-13"
21” multi-scan mode /21"-13"
13" fixed mode /640x480
VGA/SVGA mode
16" fixed mode /832x624
19" fixed mode /1024x768
21" fixed mode /1152x870
1
2
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
3
4
5
6
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
NOTE: For settings other than display modes supported by your
Macintosh and the projector, use of the DIP switch may bounce an
image slightly or may display nothing. If this happens, set the DIP
switch to the 13" fixed mode and then restart your Macintosh. After
that, restore to a displayable mode and then restart the Macintosh
again. Make sure that the projector and your Macintosh are connected with the pin adapter and the supplied signal cable (mini DSub 15-pin connector) and then restart your Macintosh.
Examples of DIP switch setting
17" multi-scan mode
ON
VGA/SVGA mode
19" fixed mode
ON
1
2
3 4
5
6
ON
1
2
3 4
5
6
1
2
3 4
5
6
NOTE: Refer to your computer’s owner’s manual for more information about your computer’s video output requirements and any special identification or configuring your projector’s image and monitor may require.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–20
Connecting an External Monitor
External monitor
RG
INP B
UT
AU
AU
DIO
DIO
OU
TP
UT
PC
T
T
NT
RO
RG
OU
OU
-CO
L
IN
IN
S-V
IN
IDE
O
BO
UT
VID
PU
EO
AU
DIO
OU
T
T
You can connect a separate, external monitor to your VT440/VT540 to simultaneously view on a monitor the image you're projecting. To do so:
1. Turn off the power to your projector, monitor and computer.
2. Use a 15-pin cable to connect your monitor to the RGB Monitor Output (Mini D-Sub 15 pin) connector on your projector.
3. Turn on the projector, monitor and the computer.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–21
Connecting Your DVD Player
DVD player
Cr
Cb
Y
RG
BI
NP
UT
AU
RG
INP B
UT
Cr
L
DIO
Cb
R
OU
TP
Y
UT
IN
PC
OU
T
-CO
White
NT
RO
L
Red
S-V
OU
T
IN
IDE
O
VID
EO
Optional 15-pin-to-RCA3 cable
(Component V )
Audio Equipment
Audio cable
(not supplied)
L
R
White
Red
You can connect your projector to a DVD player with component outputs or Video output. To do so, simply:
1. Turn off the power to your projector and DVD player.
2. If your DVD player has the component video (Y,Cb,Cr) output, use the optional 15-pin-to-RCA3 cable to connect your DVD player to the
RGB INPUT connector on the projector.
For a DVD player without component video (Y,Cb,Cr) outputs, use common RCA cables (not provided) to connect a composite VIDEO
output of the DVD player to the Video Input of the projector.
3. Turn on the projector and DVD player.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
NOTE: Refer to your DVD player’s owner’s manual for more information about your DVD player’s video output requirements,
E–22
Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player
VCR/ Laser disc player
RG
INP B
UT
AU
DIO
OU
TP
UT
SPC-V
IDNTE
-CO
L
R
S-V
IDE
O
OU
T
T
O
RO
L
IN
OU
IN
VID
VID
EO
S-video cable
(not supplied)
EO
White
Red
Document camera
Audio equipment
Audio cable
(not supplied)
VID
L
EO
R
White
Red
Video cable (not supplied)
Use common RCA cables (not provided) to connect your VCR, laser disc player or document camera to your projector.
To make these connections, simply:
1. Turn off the power to the projector and VCR, laser disc player or document camera.
2. Connect one end of your RCA cable to the video output connector on the back of your VCR or laser disc player, connect the other end to the
Video input on your projector. Use an audio cable (not supplied) to connect the audio from your VCR or laser disc player to your audio
equipment (if your VCR or laser disc player has this capability). Be careful to keep your right and left channel connections correct for stereo
sound.
3. Turn on the projector and the VCR or laser disc player.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
NOTE: Refer to your VCR or laser disc player owner’s manual for more information about your equipment’s video output requirements.
E–23
3.OPERATION
This section describes how to select a computer or video source, how to
adjust the picture, and how to customize the menu or projector settings.
Enlarging and Moving a Picture
General Controls
Before you turn on your projector, ensure that the computer or video source
is turned on and that your lens cap is removed.
1. Turn on the Projector
Plug the supplied power cable in the wall outlet. The projector will go
into its standby mode and the power indicator will glow orange.
Only after you press the “POWER” button on the projector cabinet or the
remote control will the power indicator turn to green and the projector
become ready to use.
You can enlarge the area you want up to 400 percent.
To do so:
1) Press the POINTER button on the card remote control to display the pointer.
POINTER
NOTE: To turn the projector on by plugging in the power cable, use the
menu and enable the “Auto Start” feature. (See page E-32.)
NOTE: Regardless of the lamp mode setting, the lamp always stays in
High-Bright mode for 3 minutes after the projector is turned on. If you
have selected the Eco mode, the STATUS indicator blinks green and the
lamp will change to Eco mode in 3 minutes.
2) Move the pointer to the area you want to enlarge.
Vol.
NOTE: Immediately after turning on the projector, screen flicker may
occur. This is not a fault. Wait for 3 to 5 minutes until the lamp lighting is
stabilized.
2. Select the Computer or Video Source
Press the Source button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to
select “Video” (VCR, document camera, or laser disc player), S-Video”
or “RGB” (computer or DVD with component output) to display the image.
Or press the “Menu” button on the remote control or the cabinet and use
the menu to select your video source: “Video”, “S-Video” or “RGB”.
3. Adjust the Image Size and the Focus
Use the Zoom lever to adjust the image size, then use the Focus ring to
obtain the best focus.
Use the “Magnify” button (+) or (-) on the remote control to make the
image larger up to 400%.
4. Turning off the Projector
First press the “POWER” button on the projector cabinet or the remote
control for a minimum of two seconds. The power indicator will glow
orange. After the projector turns off, the cooling fans keep operating for
30 seconds.
Do not disconnect the power cable during this time. Then, unplug the
power cable. The power indicator will go out.
SELECT
Vol.
3) Adjust the image size up to 400 percent.
MAGNIFY
MAGNIFY
IMPORTANT:
• The projector should be unplugged if it will not to be used for an extended period.
• To turn off the image and sound briefly (five minutes or less), use the
“Picture Mute” button instead of turning the projector off and on.
• The projector will display a black, blue image or logo if no input signal
is present.
• Do not turn the projector off and then immediately back on. The projector needs to cool for 30 seconds before it can be restarted.
CAUTION
Avoid displaying stationary images for a prolonged period of
time.
Doing so can result in these images being temporarily sustained
on the surface of the LCD panel.
If this should happen, continue to use your projector. The static
background from previous images will disappear.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–24
Using the Menus
NOTE: An interlaced motion video image may be blurred while
the menu is displayed.
1. Press the “Menu” button on the remote control or the projector
cabinet to display the Main Menu.
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to highlight the menu for the item you want to adjust or set.
3. Press the button or the “Enter” button on the remote control or
the projector cabinet to select a submenu or item.
4. Adjust the level or turn the selected item on or off by using “Select” or buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet. The on-screen slide bar will show you the amount of increase
or decrease.
5. The change is stored until you adjust it again.
ENTER:
Stores the setting or adjustments.
CANCEL: Return to the previous screen without storing settings
or adjustments.
6. Repeat steps 2-5 to adjust an additional item, or press “Cancel”
on the remote control or the projector cabinet to quit the menu
display.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–25
MENU Tree
Basic/ Advanced Menu
Sub Menu
(all)
(all)
(VCH)
(VCH)
Items
(V)
(all)
High-Bright/ Eco
(all)
Normal/ Natural1/ Natural2 (all)
Normal/ Zoom/ Wide Zoom/ Cinema
Off/ Low/ Medium/ High
HDTV/ SDTV/ B-Y/R-Y, Cb/Cr, Pb/Pr
Brightness R/G/B, Contrast R/G/B
On/ Off
Horizontal/ Vertical/ Clock/ Phase
Auto/ Native
Aspect Ratio
Noise Reduction
Color Matrix
White Balance
Auto Adjust
Position/ Clock
Resolution
(all)
(all)
(VCH)
(VCH)
(CH)
(all)
(R)
(RH)/(R)
(R)
All Data/ Current Signal
Basic/ Advanced
Menu Mode
English/ German/ French/ Italian/ Spanish/ Swedish/ Japanese
Pointer 1–8
Source Display
On/ Off
Volume Bar (Direct Button)
On/ Off
Menu Display Time
Manual/ Auto 3sec/ Auto 10sec/ Auto 30sec
Signal Select
RGB
VIDEO/ S-VIDEO
Source Name
Input Terminal
Horizontal Frequency
Vertical Frequency
Sync Polarity
Signal Type
Video Type
Sync Type
Interlace
Auto/ RGB/ Component
Auto/ NTSC3.58/ NTSC4.43/ PAL/
PAL60/ SECAM
Auto Start
Power Management
Power Off Confirmation
Keystone Save
Clear Lamp Hour Meter
On/ Off
On/ Off
On/ Off
On/ Off
Orientation
Front/ Floor, Rear/Ceiling, Rear/Floor.
Front/Ceiling
Background
Blue/ Black/ Logo
Resolution
Aspect Ratio
Gamma Correction
Noise Reduction
Color Matrix
Matrix Type
Lamp Remaining Time (%)
Lamp Hour Meter (H)
Projector Usage
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMP
SANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
NOTE:
E–26
Adjustable sources
R=RGB
V=Video/S-Video
C=Component
H=HDTV
All=All sources
Menu Elements
Title bar
Tab
Highlight
OK Button
Cancel Button
Solid triangle
Check box
Radio button
Slide bar
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements:
Title bar:
Indicates the menu title.
Highlight:
Indicates the selected menu or item.
Solid triangle:
Indicates further choices are available. A highlighted triangle indicates the item is active.
Tab:
Indicates a group of features in a dialog box. Selecting on any tab brings its page to the front.
Radio button:
Use this round button to select an option in a dialog box.
Check box:
Place a checkmark in the square box to turn the option On.
Slide bar:
Indicates settings or the direction of adjustment.
OK button:
Press to confirm your setting. You will return to the previous menu.
Cancel button:
Press to cancel your setting. You will return to the previous menu.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–27
Menu Descriptions & Functions
Volume
Adjusts the sound level of the projector.
Source Select
NOTE:You can display the volume bar without opening the menu.See
"Volume Bar (Direct Button)"on page E-31 for more details.
Image Options
Basic Mode
Enables you to select a video source such as a VCR, DVD player,
laser disc player, computer or document camera depending on what
is connected to your inputs. Press the “Select” button on the projector cabinet or ▲▼ buttons on your remote control to highlight the
menu for the item you want to adjust.
Advanced Mode
RGB
Selects the computer connected to your RGB or component signal.
NOTE: An optional component cable (Component V cable) is needed
for a component signal.
Video
S-Video
Provides optional controls such as Keystone Correction, Color Temperature and Lamp Mode. When you select Advanced Mode, the following options are available: Gamma Correction, Aspect Ratio, Noise
Reduction, Color Matrix, White Balance, Auto Adjust, Position/Clock,
Resolution, and Factory Default.
Selects what is connected to your S-Video input-VCR, DVD player,
or laser disc player.
Keystone
Selects what is connected to your Video input-VCR, laser disc player,
DVD player or document camera.
NOTE: A frame may freeze for a brief period of time when a video is
played back in fast-forward or fast-rewind with a Video or S-Video
source.
Picture
This feature corrects the keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to make
the top of the screen longer or shorter to be the same as the bottom.
Use the or buttons on the slide bar to correct the keystone
(trapezoidal) distortion.
Keystone distortion
Provides access to controls for your image. Use the “Select” button
on the projector cabinet or the remote control to highlight the menu
for the item you want to adjust.
Brightness
Adjusts the brightness level or the back raster intensity.
Normal
NOTE: The maximum keystone angle that can be corrected is 15
degrees upward and downward with the projector placed horizontally. However, a picture will be blurred if you correct the keystone
angle beyond +12 degrees or more for SXGA signal on VT440.
Color Temperature
Contrast
Adjusts the intensity of the image according to the incoming signal.
Color
Increases or decreases the color saturation level (not valid for RGB).
Hue
This feature adjusts the color temperature using the slide bar.
Move the slide bar to the right to increase the color temperature for a
bluish image; to the left to decrease it for a reddish image.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
Varies the color level from +/- green to +/-blue. The red level is used
as reference. This adjustment is only valid for Video and Component
inputs (Not RGB).
Sharpness
Controls the detail of the image for Video (Not for RGB and Component).
E–28
Lamp Mode
Aspect Ratio
This feature enables you to select two brightness mode of the lamp:
High-Bright and Eco modes. The lamp life can be extended up to
3000 hours by using the Eco mode.
High-Brigh Mode: This is the default setting.
Eco Mode:
Select this mode to increase the lamp life.
Aspect Ratio allows you to select the best Aspect mode to display
your source image.
When 4:3 is selected from the source (i.e. DVD player), the following selections will display:
NOTE: If you have selected the Eco mode, the lamp lights in HighBright mode for 3 minutes after the projector is turned on. After 3
minutes the lamp will change to Eco mode.
Normal
Zoom
Wide Zoom
Cinema
Standard
4:3 Aspect
All 4 sides
stretched
Left & Right
stretched
Left and right
stretched
Gamma Correction (Advanced mode)
When 16:9 is selected from the source (i.e. DVD player), the following selections will display:
Use the or buttons to choose “Normal” when in a lighted
room and “Natural 1&2” when in a darkened room. “Natural 1”
for better flesh tone; “Natural 2” for true reproduction of middle
tones.
Each mode is recommended for :
Normal: the regular picture
Natural 1: true color reproduction of natural tones
Natural 2: dark portions of a picture
Normal
Zoom
Wide Zoom
Cinema
16:9 image
displayed
in 4:3 mode
All 4 sides
stretched
Left & right
stretched
Left and right
stretched to
display the true
aspect
NOTE: Aspect Ratio is not available for “RGB”.
Advanced Options (Advanced mode)
Allows for adjustments of image position and stability.
Noise Reduction:
You can select three levels video noise reduction.
NOTE: The lower the Noise Reduction level, the better the image quality by way of higher video bandwidth.
Color Matrix
When you select Advanced Options in Advanced mode, the following options are available: Aspect Ratio, Noise Reduction, Color Matrix, White Balance, Auto Adjust, Position/Clock, Resolution, and
Factory Default.
First select an appropriate color matrix to fit your component
signal for HDTV or SDTV. Then select an appropriate matrix
type from B-Y/R-Y, Cb/Cr or Pb/Pr.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
O
RL
AM
PSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
video
signal
only.
NOTE: The Color Matrix feature is available for component
E–29
White Balance:
Phase: Use this item to adjust the clock phase or to reduce video
noise, dot interference or cross talk. (This is evident when
part of your image appears to be shimmering.) Use the
and buttons to adjust the image.
Use “Phase” only after the “Clock” is complete.
This adjustment is made automatically when the Auto
Adjust is turned on.
Resolution (when Auto Adjust is off):
This allows you to adjust the white balance. Brightness for each
color (RGB)is used to adjust the black level of the screen;
Contrast for each color (RGB)to adjust the white level of the
screen.
First use the up or down buttons to select R, G, or B for the brightness and the contrast. Next use the or buttons to adjust the
level.
This allows you to activate or deactivate the Advanced AccuBlend
feature.
Auto: Turns on the Advanced AccuBlend feature. The projector automatically reduces or enlarges the current image
to fit the full screen.
Native: Turns off the Advanced AccuBlend feature. The projector displays the current image in its true resolution.
Auto Adjust:
When “Auto Adjust” is set to “On”, the projector automatically
determines the best resolution for the current RGB input signal
to project an image using NEC’s Advanced AccuBlend Intelligent Pixel Blending Technology.
The image can be automatically adjusted for geometry and stability; “Horizontal Position”, “Vertical Position”, “Clock” and
“Phase”.
On:
Automatically adjusts image “Horizontal Position”, “Vertical Position”, “Clock” and “Phase”.
Off:
User can adjust the image display functions (“Horizontal
Position”, “Vertical Position”, “Clock” and “Phase”)
manually.
NOTE: While you are displaying an image with higher resolution than the projector's native resolution, even when you are in
the Native mode, the image is displayed full screen using the
Advanced AccuBlend feature.
Factory Default (Advanced mode)
Position/ Clock (when Auto Adjust is off)
Changes all adjustments and setting to the factory preset for each
source individually except Lamp Usage Hours. (To reset the lamp
usage time, see “Clear Lamp Hour Meter” on page E-32.)
All Data:
Current Signal:
This allows you to manually adjust the image horizontally and
vertically, and adjust Clock and Phase.
Horizontal/Vertical Position:
Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically
using the and buttons.
This adjustment is made automatically when the Auto
Adjust is turned on.
Clock: Use this item with the “Auto Adjust off” 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 the image.
Press the and buttons until the banding disappears.
This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your
computer for the first time. This adjustment is made automatically when the Auto Adjust is turned on.
Reset all the adjustments and settings for all
the signals to the factory preset.
Resets the adjustments for the current signal to
the factory preset levels.
The items that can be reset are: Picture, Color Temperature, Gamma
Correction, Aspect Ratio, Noise Reduction, Color Matrix, White
Balance, Position/Clock and Resolution.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–30
Menu
Menu Display Time (Advanced mode):
This option allows you to select how long the projector waits
after the last touch of a button to turn off the menu.
The preset choices are "Manual", "Auto 3 sec", "Auto 10 sec",
and "Auto 30 sec". The "Auto 30 sec" is the factory preset.
Manual ............ The menu can be turned off manually.
Auto 3 sec ....... The menu will automatically be turned off in 3
seconds if no buttons are pressed within 3 seconds.
Auto 10 sec ..... The menu will automatically be turned off in 10
seconds if no buttons are pressed within 10 seconds.
Auto 30 sec ..... The menu will automatically be turned off in 30
seconds if no buttons are pressed within 30 seconds.
Allows you to set preferences for the on-screen menu.
Setup
Menu Mode:
This feature allows you to select two menu modes: one has basic
functionality and the other more advanced functionality.
Basic Mode ........... This is the normal mode.
Advanced Mode ... This mode is used for advanced users. In this
mode you can change the following settings:
Gamma Correction, Aspect Ratio, Noise Reduction, Color Matrix, White Balance, Auto
Adjust, Position/Clock, Resolution, Factory
Default, Menu Display Time, Signal Select,
Auto Start, Power Management, Power Off
Confirmation and Keystone Save and Clear
Lamp Hour Meter.
Language:
You can choose one of seven languages for on-screen instructions. The options are: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish and Japanese.
Enables you to set operating options.
Press “OK” to save your changes for all the features of Page1, Page2,
and Page3.
[Page1]
Projector Pointer:
This enables you to select from eight different Pointer icons for
the “Pointer” button on your remote control.
After moving your Pointer icon to the area you want on the screen,
press the Magnify button on the remote control to enlarge the
selected area on the screen. See page E-24 for more details.
Orientation:
This reorients your image for your type of projection.
The options are:front floor projection, rear ceiling projection, rear
floor projection, and front ceiling projection.
NOTE: There may be cases where the Pointer function is not available (ex. a non-interlace signal at 15kHz such as video game.)
Background:
Use this feature to display a black/ blue screen or logo when no
signal is available.
Source Display:
You can turn on and off the information for input name such as
VIDEO and RGB.
When this option is on, the current input will be displayed each
time you switch sources or turn on the projector.
Volume Bar (Direct Button):
This option turns on or off the volume bar when you adjust the
sound volume using VOL+/-(up and down) button.
On ................... You can increase or decrease the sound volume
with the volume bar on screen.
Off .................. You can increase or decrease the sound volume
without having to use the volume bar.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–31
[Page2] (Advanced mode)
Power Off Confirmation:
This option determines whether a confirmation dialog for turning off the projector will appear or not.
Keystone Save:
This option enables you to save your current keystone settings.
Saving your change once affects all sources. The changes are
saved when you turn off the projector.
Clear Lamp Hour Meter:
Resets the lamp clock back to zero. Pressing this button displays
the “Are you sure?” confirmation dialog box. To reset the lamp
usage hour meter, press “OK”.
Signal Select:
<RGB>
Allows you to choose "RGB" for an RGB source such as a computer, or "Component" for a component video source such as a
DVD player. Normally select "Auto" and the projector automatically detects a component signal. However there may be some
component signals that the projector is unable to detect. If this is
the case, select "Component".
<Video &S-Video System Select>
This feature enables you to select composite video standards
manually. Normally select "Auto".
When you select the video standard for Video and S-Video separately, first select the radio button and then select the video standard from the pull-down menu.
This must be done for Video and S-Video respectively.
[Page 3] (Advanced mode)
Auto Start:
Turns the projector on automatically when the power cable is
inserted into an active power outlet. This eliminates the need to
always use the “Power” button on the remote control or projector
cabinet.
NOTE: The projector will turn off and go into standby mode after 2100
hours (up to 3150 hours in Eco mode) of service. If this happens, press
the “Help” button on the remote control for ten seconds to reset the
lamp clock back to zero. Do this only after replacing the lamp.
Help
Contents
Provides an online help about how to use the menus. An underlined
link means that you can move to an adjustment item directly. Selecting the underlined link and pressing ENTER moves to the corresponding adjustment item.
Information
Displays the status of the current signal and lamp usage. This dialog
box has four pages. The information included are as follows:
[Page 1]
Source Name
Input Terminal
Horizontal Frequency
Vertical Frequency
Sync Polarity
[Page 3]
Aspect Ratio
Gamma Correction
Noise Reduction
Color Matrix
Matrix Type
[Page 2]
Signal Type
Video Type
Sync Type
Interlace
Resolution
[Page 4]
Lamp Remaining Time (%)
Lamp Hour Meter (H)
Projector Usage
NOTE:The progress indicator shows the percentage of remaining
bulb life.The value informs you of the amount of lamp and projector
usage respectively.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
Power Management:
When this option is on and there is no RGB input for five minutes or more, the projector will automatically turn itself off.
NOTE:This feature does not work with Video or S-Video sources.
E–32
4. MAINTENANCE
This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should
follow to replace the lamp, clean the filter, and replace the batteries
in the remote control.
3. Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into
the socket.
CAUTION: Do not use a lamp other than the NEC replacement lamp (VT40LP).
Order this from your NEC dealer.
Replacing the Lamp
After your lamp has been operating for 2000 hours (up to 3000 hours
in Eco mode) or longer, the “Status” light in the cabinet will go on
and the message will appear. Even though the lamp may still be working, replace it at 2000 (up to 3000 hours in Eco mode) hours to maintain optimal projector performance.
CAUTION
• DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been
used. It will be extremely hot. Turn the projector off, wait 30
seconds, and then disconnect the power cable. Allow at least
one hour for the lamp to cool before handling.
• DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS except the lamp cover
screw and two lamp case screws. You could receive an electric
shock.
• The projector will turn off and go into stand by mode after 2100
(up to 3150 hours in Eco mode) hours of service. If this happens,
be sure to replace the lamp. If you continue to use the lamp after
2000 hours (up to 3150 hours in Eco mode) of use, the lamp bulb
may shatter, and pieces of glass may be scattered in the lamp
case. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury.
If this happens, contact your NEC dealer for lamp replacement.
Secure it in place with the two screws.
Be sure to tighten the screws.
E
O
N
/O
FF
CA
S
E
LE
C
T
NC EL
C
S
O
U
R
NU
M
E
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
1
M
NU
NC EL
CA
S
E
LE
C
T
S
O
U
R
2
E
C
E
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
P
O
S
TA
TU
W S
E
R
E NTER
S
TA
P TU
O
W S
E
R
E NTER
4. Reattach the lamp cover.
Tighten the lamp cover screw.
To replace the lamp:
Be sure to tighten the screw.
E
M
C
R
U
S
E
LE
C
T
NC EL
O
CA
M
C
U
R
FF
/O
N
E
LE
C
S
O
P
O
1
S
TA
P TU
O
W S
E
R
S
TA
P TU
O
W S
E
R
E NTER
S
TA
TU
W S
E
R
CA
O
N
/O
FF
E NTER
O
T
NC EL
O
S
CA
S
E
LE
C
T
NC EL
O
U
R
S
E NTER
NU
S
7
M
C
E
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
1. Loosen the lamp cover screw until the screwdriver goes into a
freewheeling condition and remove the lamp cover. The lamp cover
screw is not removable.
NC EL
/O
S
TA
P TU
O
W S
E
R
O
N
E NTER
2
FF
CA
S
E
LE
C
T
S
O
U
R
M
E
C
E
2
1
2. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condition. The two screws are not
removable.
3
Remove the lamp housing by pulling out the handle.
NOTE: There is an interlock on this case to prevent the risk of
electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock.
5. After you install a new lamp, select [Advanced Menu] →
[Setup]→[Page 3]→[Clear Lamp Hour Meter] to reset the lamp
usage hours.
E
C
M
R
NOTE: When the lamp exceeds 2100 hours (up to 3150 hours in Eco
mode) of service, the projector cannot turn on and the menu is not
displayed. If this happens, press the Help button on the remote control for a minimum of 10 seconds while in standby mode. When the
lamp time clock is reset to zero, the STATUS indicator goes out.
N
/O
O
P
S
TA
TU
O
W S
E
R
E NTER
FF
CA
S
E
LE
C
T
NC EL
U
S
O
1
E
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
Interlock
NU
2
E
M
NU
NC EL
LE
C
T
CA
S
E
TU
S
E
TA
R
E NTER
P
O
W
S
S
O
U
R
C
E
A
U
TO
A
D
JU
S
T
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–33
Remote Control Battery Installation
Cleaning or Replacing the Filters
[Wireless Card Remote Control]
The air-filter sponge keeps the inside of the MultiSync VT440/VT540
Projector free from dust or dirt and should be cleaned after every 100
hours of operation (more often in dusty conditions). If the filter is
dirty or clogged, your projector may overheat.
1. Press firmly and slide the battery cover off.
J A P AN H
CAUTION
• Turn off the power and unplug the projector before replacing the filter.
TS
C
R
20
25
L
M nO
2- LiC E L L 3 V
O
• Only clean the outside of the filter cover with a vacuum
cleaner.
• Do not attempt to operate the projector without a filter
cover.
2- LiC E L L 3 V
S JA N H
PA
• Your projector will not operate unless the filter cover is
installed correctly.
LT
C
R
M nO
20
25
2. Remove the old Lithium coin cell and install new one (CR2025).
Ensure that the side with a “+” is facing up.
O
To clean the air-filter:
Vacuum the filter-through the filter cover.
CA
E
S
C
LE
U
O
S
T
N CE L
R
E
E
C
M
NU
TO
U
A
A
T
D
JU
S
3. Put the cover back.
RG
INP B
UT
AU
D
OU
TP
UT
IN
PC
-CON
OU
T
TR
OL
S-V
IDE
O
25
LT
R
20
2- LiC E L L 3 V
C
M nO
S JA N H
PA
VID
O
To replace the air-filter:
1. Remove the filter cover by pushing up on the catch of the cover
until you feel it detach.
A
TO
U
A
D
JU
S
T
RG
INPUB
T
AU
D
OU
TP
UT
IN
PC
-CON
1
OU
T
TR
OL
S-VID
EO
2
1
2
VID
A
U
TO
A
JU
D
T
S
1
1
RG
INPUB
T
AU
OU
-CON
IN
OU
TR
T
OL
S-V
2
D
TP
UT
PC
IDE
2
O
VID
2. Reinstall the new filter cover.
NOTE: Do not detach the sponge from the filter cover. Do not wash
the filter cover with soap and water. Soap and water will damage the
the filter membrane. Before replacing the filter cover, remove dust
and dirt from the projector cabinet. Keep out dust and during filter
replacement.
NOTE:
replace
the
itC
isC
also
wise
toR
replace
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
C
T
ORWhen
L
Ayou
MP
SA
Nlamp,
DA
E
S
S
O
I
E
Sthe
filter. The filter comes in the some package with your replacement
lamp.
E–34
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector.
Power/ Status Light Messages
Condition
Power Indicator Status Indicator
Note
Standby
Steady orange
–
–
Cooling down
Blinking green
–
Blinks green for 30 seconds
Lamp in High-Bright mode
Steady green
–
–
Lamp in Eco mode
Steady green
Steady green
–
One minute after lamp is turned on
Blinking green
No light in High-Bright mode
Blinking green in Eco mode
The message “Please wait a little” appears
Retrying to turn on lamp
Blinking green
Blinking orange
The projector retries 3 times at an interval of 15 sec for max. 45 sec)
3 minutes after lamp is turned on in
Eco mode
Steady green
Blinking green
Fixed at High-Bright mode. Lamp mode
can be changed on the menu
Lamp has reached its end of life
(2000 hours or over)
Steady green
Steady red (High-Bright mode)/
Steady orange (Eco mode)
Message appears on screen during 20002100 hours of lamp usage. The projector
reaches its end of life. Please replace the
lamp as soon as possible
Lamp life has reached its end of life
(2100 hours or over)
Steady orange
Steady red
The projector is in standby mode and cannot be turned on.
Lamp or filter cover error (3 locations)
Steady orange
Blinking red (1 sec interval)
The projector is in standby mode and cannot be turned on.
Fan error
Steady orange
Blinking red (8 sec interval)
The projector is in standby mode and cannot be turned on.
Lamp error
Steady orange
Blinking red (12 sec interval)
The projector is in standby mode and cannot be turned on.
Temperature error
Steady orange
Blinking red (4 sec interval)
The projector is in standby mode and cannot be turned on.
Common Problems & Solutions
Problem
Check These Items
Does not turn on
• Check that the power cable is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote
control is on.
• Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly. See page E-33.
• Check to see if the projector has overheated or the lamp usage exceeds 2100 hours (3150 hours in Eco
mode). If there is insufficient ventilation around the projector or if the room where you’re presenting is particularly warm, move the projector to a cooler location.
No picture
•
•
•
•
•
Image isn’t square to the
screen
• Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. See page E-14.
• Use the Keystone on the Image Options Menu to correct the trapezoid distortion. See page E-28
Picture is blurred
• Adjust the focus. See page E-24.
• Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. See page E-14.
• Ensure that the distance between the projector and screen is within the adjustment range of the lens. See
page E-15.
Image is scrolling vertically,
horizontally or both
• Use menus or Source button on the remote control or the cabinet to select the source you want to input.
Remote control does not
work
• Install a new battery. See page E-34.
• Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the projector.
• Stand within 22 feet (7 m) of the projector. See page E-13.
Status indicator is lit or blinking
• See the Power/ Status Light messages above.
Cross color in RGB mode
• If Auto Adjust is off, turn it on. If Auto Adjust is on, turn it off and balance the image with the Position and Clock
Adjust on the Advanced Options Menu. See page E-30.
Use the menu to select your source (Video, S-Video or RGB). See page E-28.
Ensure your cables are connected properly.
Use menus to adjust the brightness and contrast. See page E-28.
Remove the lens cap.
Reset the settings or adjustments to factory preset levels using the Factory Default on the Image Options
Menu in Advanced mode. See page E-30.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–35
6. SPECIFICATIONS
This section provides technical information about the MultiSync VT440/VT540 Projector’s performance.
Model Number
VT440 / VT440G / VT540 / VT540G
Optical
LCD Panel
0.9” p-Si TFT active-matrix, 800600 dots (VT440) / 1024768 dots (VT540)
Lens
Manual zoom, manual focus
F2.0 – 2.3
Lamp
f=35.8 – 43.0 mm
160W NSH lamp (130W in Eco mode)
The lamp is warranted for 2000 hours of operation time within 6 months.
Image Size
25 – 300 inches (0.64 – 7.62 m) diagonal
Projection Distance
3.94 – 39.04 ft (1.2 - 12.0 m)
Electrical
Inputs
Video (NTSC / PAL / PAL60 / SECAM / NTSC4.43)
Horizontal Frequency : 15 – 100 kHz (RGB : 24 kHz or over)
Vertical Frequency : 50 – 117 Hz
Video Bandwidth
RGB: 80 MHz
Color
Reproduction Full color, 16.7 million colors simultaneously.
Horizontal Resolution
550 TV lines : NTSC / PAL / NTSC4.43 / YCbCr
350 TV lines : SECAM
RGB
VT440 : 800 dots horizontal, 600 dots vertical
VT540 : 1024 dots horizontal, 768 dots vertical
Power Requirement
100 – 120 / 200 – 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Input Current
Power Consumption
2.7 A (100 – 120 VAC) / 1.3A (200 – 240 VAC)
240 W (205 W in Eco mode)
Mechanical
Dimensions
9.57" (W)4.0" (H)11.2" (D) / 243 mm (W)103 mm (H)284 mm (D) (not including lens and feet)
Net Weight
8.8 lbs / 3.9 kg
Environmental Considerations Operational Temperatures: 32˚ – 95˚F (0˚ to 35˚C), 20 – 80% humidity (non-condensing)
Storage Temperatures:
Regulations
14˚ – 122˚F (-10˚ to 50˚C), 30 – 85% humidity
UL Approved (UL 1950, CSA 950)
Meets DOC Canada Class B requirements
Meets FCC Class B requirements
Meets AS/NZS3548 Class B
Meets EMC Directive (EN55022, EN55082-1, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3)
Meets Low Voltage Directive (EN60950, TUV GS Approved)
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
We provide more information about our projectors through the World Wide Web at http://www.nec-pj.com/
The specifications are subject to change without notice.
E–36
Cabinet Dimensions
VT440 / VT540
243.1 (9.57")
POWER
ON/STAND BY
STATUS
CAN
ER
E
NT
CE
L
SELECT
MENU
AUTO ADJUST
283.6 (11.17")
SOURCE
12.88 (0.51")
AUDIO
OUT IN
RGB
INPUT
OUTPUT
VIDEO
IN OUT
PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO
Lens center
33.25
(1.31")
48.9 (1.93")
102.5 (4.03")
Lens center
14 (0.55")
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
Unit = mm (inch)
E–37
D-Sub Pin Assignments
Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector
5 4 3 2 1
10 9 8 7 6
15 14 13 12 11
Pin No.
Signal Level
Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog)
Sync signal : TTL level
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 Ground
Y Ground
8
Blue Ground
Cb Ground
9
No Connection
10
Sync Signal Ground
11
Ground
12
Bi-directional DATA (SDA)
13
Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync
14
Vertical Sync
15
Data Clock
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–38
Timing Chart
Y/N
Signal
Resolution
( Dots )
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
#Y
#Y
#Y
#Y
#Y
#Y
#Y
#Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
##Y
NTSC
PAL
SECAM
VESA
IBM
MAC
MAC
MAC
VESA
VESA
IBM
VESA
IBM
VESA
IBM
IBM
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
MAC
VESA
VESA
VESA
IBM
MAC
VESA
VESA
VESA
MAC
SUN
SGI
VESA
SGI
VESA
MAC
MAC
HP
SUN
VESA
VESA
HDTV (1080i)
HDTV (720p)
SDTV (480p)
640
768
768
640
640
640
640
640
640
640
640
640
720
720
720
720
800
800
800
800
800
832
1024
1024
1024
1024
1024
1024
1024
1152
1152
1152
1152
1280
1280
1280
1280
1280
1280
1280
1280
1280
1920
1280
720
480
576
576
480
480
480
480
480
480
480
480
480
350
400
350
400
600
600
600
600
600
624
768
768
768
768
768
768
768
864
870
900
900
960
1024
1024
1024
1024
1024
1024
1024
1024
1080
720
483
Refresh Rate
( Hz )
Frequency H.
( kHz )
60
50
50
59.94
60
60
66.67
66.67
72.81
75
75
85.01
70.09
85.04
87.85
87.7
56.25
60.32
72.19
75
85.06
74.55
43 Interlaced
60
70.07
72.03
74.93
75.03
85
75
75.06
65.95
76.05
60
60
60.02
60.38
65.2
72.01
76.11
75.03
85.02
60 Interlace
60 Progressive
59.94 Progressive
15.734
15.625
15.625
31.47
31.47
31.47
34.97
35
37.86
37.5
39.375
43.269
31.469
37.927
39.44
39.375
35.16
37.879
48.077
46.88
53.674
49.725
35.5
48.363
57.476
58.131
60.241
60.023
68.677
67.5
68.681
61.796
71.736
60
63.9
63.981
64.31
69.9
78.125
81.13
79.976
91.146
33.75
45
31.47
Dot Clock
( MHz )
25.175
25.175
25.175
31.334
30.24
31.5
31.5
31.49
36
28.322
35.5
35.5
35.5
36
40
50
49.5
56.25
57.283
44.9
65
75
79
80
78.75
94.5
108
100
92.94
105.6
108
107.35
108
107
118.5
135
135
135
157.5
74.25
74.25
27
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
#Y: Images in above flagged with # and Y are compressed with Advanced AccuBlend on VT440.
##Y: Images in above flagged with ## and Y are compressed with Advanced AccuBlend on VT540.
NOTE1: Some composite sync signals may not be displayed correctly.
NOTE2: Signals other than those specified in the table above may not be displayed correctly. If this should happen, change the refresh
rate or resolution on your PC. Refer to Display Properties help section of your PC for procedures.
E–39
PC Control Codes
Cable Connection
Communication Protocol
Baud rate:
38400 bps
Function
Code Data
POWER ON
Data length:
8 bits
02H 00H 00H 00H 00H 02H
Parity:
No parity
POWER OFF
02H 01H 00H 00H 00H 03H
Stop bit:
One bit
INPUT SELECT RGB
02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 01H 09H
X on/off:
INPUT SELECT VIDEO
02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 06H 0EH
Communications
procedure:
None
Full duplex
INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO
02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 0BH 13H
PICTURE MUTE ON
02H 10H 00H 00H 00H 12H
PICTURE MUTE OFF
02H 11H 00H 00H 00H 13H
SOUND MUTE ON
02H 12H 00H 00H 00H 14H
SOUND MUTE OFF
02H 13H 00H 00H 00H 15H
ON SCREEN MUTE ON
02H 14H 00H 00H 00H 16H
ON SCREEN MUTE OFF
02H 15H 00H 00H 00H 17H
PC Control Connector (DIN-8P)
8
4
2
NOTE: Contact your local dealer for a full list of the PC Control
Codes if needed.
To GND of PC
6
7
5
To RxD of PC
3
1
To TxD of PC
NOTE: Pins 2, 3, 5, 6 and 8 are used inside the projector.
T
HET
RUS
T
E
DS
OURCEF
ORPROJ
E
CT
ORL
AMPSANDACCE
S
S
ORI
E
S
E–40
Disclaimer
This user manual is provided as a free service by FixYourDLP.com. FixYourDLP is in no way responsible
for the content of this manual, nor do we guarantee its accuracy. FixYourDLP does not make any claim
of copyright and all copyrights remain the property of their respective owners.
About FixYourDLP.com
FixYourDLP.com (http://www.fixyourdlp.com) is the World’s #1 resource for media product news,
reviews, do-it-yourself guides, and manuals.
Informational Blog: http://www.fixyourdlp.com
Video Guides: http://www.fixyourdlp.com/guides
User Forums: http://www.fixyourdlp.com/forum
FixYourDLP’s Fight Against Counterfeit Lamps:
http://www.fixyourdlp.com/counterfeits
Sponsors:
RecycleYourLamp.org – Free lamp recycling services for used lamps:
http://www.recycleyourlamp.org
Lamp Research - The trusted 3rd party lamp research company:
http://www.lampresearch.com
Discount-Merchant.com – The worlds largest lamp distributor:
http://www.discount-merchant.com
Sponsored by DM