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NEC M260W User's Manual

1. You 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 When audio equipment is connected the projector speaker is disabled M420XV does not come with the AUDIO OUT connector stereo mini jack 106 6 Installation and Connections Connecting Your DVD Player or Other AV Equipment Connecting Video S Video Input M420XV VIDEO IN S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN S VIDEO IN E E La E m e 3 Y D b NH Audio cable not supplied S Video cable not supplied Video cable not supplied Audio equipment 1 9 oe S VIDEO VIDEO L VIDEO OUT AUNO dur m cr Saga cur Audio cable not supplied H LI Suge Li LI LI H Somme Select the source name for its appropriate input connector after turning on the projector Input connector SOURCE Sen ei Button on the remote control cabinet VIDEO IN VIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO IN amp S V
2. rl wall outlet Power supplied gt The message The projector is in standby mode Connect it will be displayed on the computer screen The control window of Image Express Utility Lite will be displayed on the top of the screen NOTE Depending on the computer setting the AutoPlay window may be displayed when the re computer detects the connection to the projector If this happens click the Start USB Display Qc window Always do this for software and games 4 Click Yes The projector will turn on and the message The projector is getting ready Please wait will be displayed on the computer screen This message will disappear in a few seconds 42 5 Operate the control window 3 Convenient Features 6 1 2 3 4 9 ib NP es USB 270 Picture HO amp Mute Freeze Play GCT 1 Eal Source Selects an input source of the projector 2 EI Picture Turns on or off the AV MUTE Picture mute FREEZE Freeze a picture and Geometric Correction Tool GCT functions 3 Sound Turns on or off AV MUTE Sound mute play the sound and turns up or down the volume The Sound function is not available on M420XV 4 Others Uses Update HTTP Server Settings and Information The HTTP Server cannot be selected when a USB
3. Analog RGB HDMI Signal p Aspect Ratio Signal pron n Aspect Ratio idi VGA 640 x 480 43 60 72 75 85 VGA x iMac SVGA x SVGA 800 x 600 4 8 56 60 72 75 85 XGA x iMac WXGA 1280 x 76872 15 9 60 XGA 1024 x 768 4 3 60 70 75 85 1280 x 800 9 46 10 60 LI 1366 x 768 16 9 60 XGA 1152 x 864 4 3 60 70 75 85 Suaa NGA 1280 960 ES eU WXGA 1280 x 768 159 60 SXGA 1280 x 1024 54 60 1280 x 800 1610 60 SXGA 1400 x 1050 43 60 1960 x 768 16 9 60 WXGA 1440 x 900 16 10 60 1966 x 78 169 60 WXGA 1600 x 900 16 9 60 Quad VGA 1280 x 960 4 3 60 75 WSXGA 1680 X 10E0 16 30 50 SXGA 1280 x 1024 5 4 60 75 HDTV 1080p 1920 x 1080 16 9 50 60 SXGA 1400 x 1050 i 60 HDTV 1080 1920 x 1080 16 9 50 60 WXGA 1440 x 900 16 10 60 HDTV 720p 1280 x 720 16 9 50 60 WXGA 1600 x 900 16 9 60 SDTV 480p 720 x 480 4 3 16 9 60 UXGA 1600 x 1200 4 3 60 SDTV 576p 720 x 576 4 3 16 9 50 WSXGA 1680 x 1050 16 10 60 HD 1280 x 720 16 9 60 Full HD 1920 x 1080 16 9 60 MAC 13 640 x 480 4 3 67 16 832 624 4 3 75 MAC 19 1024 x 768 4 3 75 MAC 21 1152 x 870 4 3 75 MAC 23 1280 x 1024 5 4 65 Component Signal Format Aspect Ratio ju HDTV 1080p 1920 x 1080 16 9 60 HDTV 1080i 1920 x 1080 16 9 50 60 HDTV 720p 1280x 720 16 9 50 60 SDTV 480p 720x 480 4 3 16 9 60 SDTV 576p 720x 576 4 3 16 9 50 SDTV 480i 720 x 480 4 3 16 9 60 SDTV 576i 720 x 576 4 3 16 9 50 Composite Video S Video Native resolut
4. A gt 5 Using On Screen Menu NOTE The HORIZONTAL and VERTICAL items are not available for VIDEO S VIDEO HDMI VIEWER NETWORK and USB DISPLAY An image can be distorted during the adjustment of CLOCK and PHASE This is not malfunction The adjustments for CLOCK PHASE HORIZONTAL and VERTICAL will be stored in memory for the current signal The next time you project the signal with the same resolution horizontal and vertical frequency its adjustments will be called up and applied To delete adjustments stored in memory from the menu you select RESET CURRENT SIGNAL or ALL DATA and reset the adjustments Selecting Overscan Percentage OVERSCAN Select overscan percentage 0 5 and 10 for signal Projected image Overscaned by 1096 NOTE The 0 cannot be selected when VIDEO and S VIDEO signals are used e The OVERSCAN item is not available e when NATIVE is selected for ASPECT RATIO when VIEWER NETWORK or USB DISPLAY is selected for SOURCE 78 5 Using On Screen Menu Selecting Aspect Ratio ASPECT RATIO The term aspect ratio refers to the ratio of width to height of a projected image The projector automatically determines the incoming signal and displays it
5. 28 Convenient Features 29 Turning off the Image and Sound 00000000 0 29 Freezing a Picture piae gerer eeu ta 29 Enlarging PiCtUrEs ussi 29 Changing Eco Mode Checking Energy Saving Effect 30 vi Table of Contents Using Eco Mod Arn EnA raya Ya Cobra aae ca oria 30 Checking Energy Saving Effect CARBON 2 31 Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector 32 Q Using the Computer Cable VGA to Operate the Projector Virtual Remote Tool 35 Operating Your Computers Mouse Functions from the Projector s Remote Control via the USB Cable Remote Mouse Function 41 Q Projecting Your Computer s Screen Image from the Projector via the USB Cable USB Display e 42 Controlling the Projector by Using HTTP Browser 44 Controlling the Projector over a LAN PC Control Utility Pro 4 50 Projecting Your Computer s Screen Image from the Projector over a LAN Image Express Utility Lite sii io tette t Ee Dx eb taxa xx ER 53 D Projecting an Image from an Angle Geometric Correcti
6. tan 144 viii 1 Introduction 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 projector Projector M260WS Power cord US Computer cable VGA 7N080236 M300X M260X M300W M260W 7 520073 7N080240 M300XS M300WS EU 7N080022 M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M420X M420XV 7N080026 M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS e Important Infomation For North America 7 8 1181 For Other countries than North America 7 8 1181 and 7N8N1192 Quick Setup Guide For North Amer ica 7N8N1201 For Other countries than North America 7 8 1201 and 7N8N1211 Soft case 24BS8121 420 2 and M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS do not come with a soft case Remote control 7N900922 Batteries AAA x 2 NEC Projector CD ROM User s manual PDF and the util ity software 7N951543 For North America only Registration card Limited warranty For customers in Europe You will find our current valid Guarantee Policy on our Web Site www nec display solutions com Unless otherwise described in the user s manual the drawings for the projector cabinet show examples of the M350X 1 1 Introduction Q Introduction to the Projector This section introduces yo
7. 162 6 W x 121 9 H 64 W x 48 H 146 3 W x 109 7 H 58 W x 43 H 121 9 W x 91 4 H 48 W x 36 H E n gt es 95 Lens center TIP Digital Zoom can result in a blurry image due to the electronic zoom For more details on throw distance see page 102 M300WS M260WS The further your projector is from the screen or wall the larger the image The minimum size the image can be is approximately 56 1 4 m measured diagonally when the projector is 22 inches 0 57 m from the wall or screen The largest the image can be is 104 2 6 m when the projector is about 43 inches 1 1 m from the wall or screen Screen Size Unit cm inch Cannes 104 Screen Size 1 Qo 193 9 W x 121 2 H 76 W x 48 H gt gt 90 172 8 W x 107 7 H 68 4 x42 H gt 8p 150 8 W x 94 2 H 59 W x 87H 129 2 W x 80 8 H 51 W x 32 H 0 121 1 W lt 75 7 48 W x 30 H 60 au ET SR Lens center TIP Digital Zoom can result in a blurry image due to the electronic zoom e For more details on throw distance see page 102 100 Throw Distance and Screen Size The following shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen Refer to the table to determine the position of installation Distance Chart Lens center l Screen center 6 Installation and Connections B Vertical di
8. C2 COMPUTER PROJECTOR NAME MODEL NO SERIAL NUMBER LAN UNIT TYPE CONTROL ID when CONTROL ID is set 96 5 Using On Screen Menu 5 Using On Screen Menu Q Menu Descriptions amp Functions RESET SOURCE ADJUST SETUP INFO CURRENT SIGNAL ALL DATA CLEAR LAMP HOURS CLEAR FILTER HOURS HD SELECT 4GUA EXIT MOVE CJ COMPUTER Returning to Factory Default RESET The RESET feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset for a all source s except the following CURRENT SIGNAL Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels The items that can be reset are PRESET CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR HUE SHARPNESS ASPECT RATIO HORIZONTAL VERTICAL CLOCK PHASE and OVERSCAN ALL DATA Reset all the adjustments and settings for all the signals to the factory preset All items can be reset EXCEPT LANGUAGE BACKGROUND FILTER MESSAGE SECURITY COMMUNI CATION SPEED CONTROL ID STANDBY MODE FAN MODE LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED FILTER HOURS USED TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS WIRED LAN and WIRELESS LAN To reset the lamp usage time see Clearing Lamp Hour Meter CLEAR LAMP HOURS below Clearing Lamp Hour Meter CLEAR LAMP HOURS Resets the lamp clock back to zero Selecting this option displays submenu for a confirmation Select YES and press the
9. full white full black Light Output 2 s 3500 lumens 3000 lumens 2600 lumens 3000 lumens 2600 lumens ECO1 75 ECO1 75 ECO1 80 ECO1 75 ECO1 75 ECO2 50 Contrast Ratio 2000 1 Image Size Diagonal 60 110 inches 1 52 m 2 79 m 56 2 104 inches 1 47 m 2 64 m Projection Distance 23 43 inches 0 57 11 0 m 22 43 inches 0 57 11 0 m Projection Angle 37 3 38 6 1 Effective pixels are more than 99 99 2 This is the light output value lumens when the PRESET mode is set to HIGH BRIGHT If any other mode is selected as the PRESET mode the light output value may drop slightly 8 Compliance with ISO21118 2005 Electrical M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Inputs 2 x RGB Component D Sub 15 1 x HDMI Type A HDMI Connector HDCP supported 1 x S Video DIN 4 P 1 x Video RCA 1 x L R RCA Audio 2 x Stereo Mini Audio Outputs 1 x RGB D Sub 15P 1 x Stereo Mini Audio PC Control 1 x PC Control Port D Sub 9P Wired LAN Port 1 x RJ 45 10BASE T 100BASE TX Wireless LAN Port Optional IEE 802 11 b g n optional Wireless LAN Unit NPO2LM Series required USB Port Color Reproduction 1 x Type A 1 x Type B 10 bit signal processing 1 07 billion colors VIEWER NETWORK Colors 16 7 million colors Compatible Signals Analog VGA SVGA XGA XGA WXGA WXGA SXGA SXGA UXGA 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1
10. 126 8 Appendix Q Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator Condition Projector Condition Note Off The main power is off Blinking light Blue 0 5 sec On The projector is getting ready to turn on Wait for a moment 0 5 sec Off 2 5 sec On Off Timer is enabled 0 5 sec Off Steady light Blue The projector is turned on Orange NORMAL is selected for STANDBY MODE POWER SAVING is selected for STANDBY MODE Status Indicator Indicator Condition Projector Condition Note Normal or Standby POWER SAVING for on STANDBY MODE Blinking light Red 1 cycle 0 5 sec Lamp cover error or lamp housing error Replace the lamp cover or lamp housing correctly On 2 5 sec Off 2 cycle 0 5 sec Temperature error The projector is overheated Move the projector to On 0 5 sec Off a cooler location 3 cycle 0 5 sec Power error Power unit is not working properly Contact your On 0 5 sec Off dealer 4 cycle 0 5 sec Fan error Fans will not work correctly On 0 5 sec Off 6 cycle 0 5 sec Lamp error Lamp fails to light Wait a full minute and then turn On 0 5 sec Off on again 9 cycle 0 5 sec DYNAMIC CONTRAST error Dynamic Contrast function is not working properly On 0 5 sec Off Contact your dealer Both the built in wired LAN and t
11. Keystone correction can cause an image to be slightly blurred because the correction is made electronically The Keystone correction range can be made narrower depending on a signal or its aspect ratio selection You may not get the desired result from the Auto Keystone correction depending on the position of the zoom lever If this hap pens perform the Keystone correction manually Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet 1 Press the A or V button with no menus displayed The keystone bar will be displayed KEYSTONE c 14 qe D EXIT ADJUST ADJUST 2 Use the A or V to correct the keystone distortion The keystone bar will be closed after a period of time 3 Press the ENTER button The keystone bar will be closed NOTE When the menu is displayed the above operation is not available When the menu is displayed press the MENU button to close the menu and start the Keystone correction From the menu select SETUP GENERAL KEYSTONE The changes can be saved with KEYSTONE SAVE page 81 Keystone control is not available with the or W button when VIEWER is used 24 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Adjusting with the remote control 1 Press the KEYSTONE button The Keystone bar will be displayed ECO KEYSTONE PICTURE HELP Fq 6 se OA TR KEYSTONE qe CL EX up EXIT ADJUST e ADJUST 2 Use the 4 or
12. This will provide improved image contrast and more detailed dark areas For more information on settings refer to the instruction manual of the audio video equipment to be connected When connecting the HDMI IN connector of the projector to the DVD player the projector s video level can be made settings in accordance with the DVD player s video level In the menu select HDMI SETTINGS gt VIDEO LEVEL and make necessary settings e If the HDMI input sound cannot be heard the menu select HDMI SETTINGS AUDIO SELECT HDMI Note that the AUDIO SELECT is not available on M420XV 109 6 Installation and Connections Connecting to a Wired LAN The projector comes standard with a LAN port RJ 45 which provides a LAN connection using a LAN cable To use a LAN connection you are required to set the LAN on the projector menu Select SETUP WIRED LAN page 91 Example of LAN connection Example of wired LAN connection Server LAN cable not supplied NOTE Use a Category 5 or higher LAN cable 110 6 Installation and Connections Connecting to a Wireless LAN Optional NPO2LM series The USB Wireless LAN Unit also provides a wireless LAN connection To use a wireless L
13. page 41 ECO Button page 30 KEYSTONE Button page 25 PICTURE Button page 74 76 VOL Button page 26 ASPECT Button page 79 FOCUS ZOOM Button The ZOOM button works on the short throw models only The FOCUS button does not work on this series of projectors HELP Button page 94 1 Introduction Battery Installation 1 Press firmly and slide the battery 2 Install new batteries AAA Ensure 3 Slip the cover back over the bat cover off that you have the batteries polarity teries until it snaps into place Do aligned correctly not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries Remote Control Precautions Handle the remote control carefully fthe remote control gets wet wipe it dry immediately Avoid excessive heat and humidity Do not short heat or take apart batteries Do not throw batteries into fire f you will not be using the remote control for a long time remove the batteries e Ensure that you have the batteries polarity aligned correctly Do not use new and old batteries together or use different types of batteries together Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control 7 m 22 feet Hemote control Hemote control TIP Short throw model M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS The front remote sensor is located on the front left
14. DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used It will be extremely hot Turn the projector off and then disconnect the power cord Allow at least one hour for the lamp to cool before handling When removing the lamp from a ceiling mounted projector make sure that no one is under the projector Glass fragments could fall if the lamp has been burned out About High Altitude mode e Set FAN MODE to HIGH ALTITUDE when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher Using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher without setting to HIGH ALTITUDE can cause the projector to overheat and the protector could shut down If this happens wait a couple minutes and turn on the projector Using the projector at altitudes less than approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters and setting to HIGH ALTITUDE can cause the lamp to overcool causing the image to flicker Switch FAN MODE to AUTO e Using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher can shorten the life of optical com ponents such as the lamp About Copyright of original projected pictures Please note that using this projector for the purpose of commercial gain or the attraction of public attention in a venue such as a coffee shop or hotel and employing compression or expansion of the screen image with the following func tions may raise concern about the infringement of copyrights wh
15. TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS This displays the estimated carbon saving information in kg The carbon footprint factor in the carbon saving cal culation is based on the OECD 2008 Edition page 31 94 SOURCE SOURCE ADJUST SETUP USAGE TIME e WIRED LAN SOURCE NAME 1024x768 SOURCE INDEX 108 HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY 48 kHz VERTICAL FREQUENCY 60 Hz SIGNAL TYPE RGB VIDEO TYPE SYNC TYPE SEPARATE SYNC SYNC POLARITY HiC ViC SCAN TYPE NON INTERLACE COMPUTER SOURCE NAME SOURCE INDEX HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY VERTICAL FREQUENCY SIGNAL TYPE VIDEO TYPE SYNC TYPE SYNC POLARITY SCAN TYPE WIRED LAN SOURCE ADJUST SETUP RESET IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS glad n C2 COMPUTER IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS WIRELESS LAN SOURCE ADJUST SETUP RESET IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS 00 00 00 00 00 00 SSID NETWORK TYPE WEP WPA OFF CHANNEL SIGNAL LEVEL CO COMPUTERI IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS SSID NETWORK TYPE WEP WPA CHANNEL SIGNAL LEVEL 95 5 Using On Screen Menu VERSION SOURCE _ ADJUST SETUP RESET FIRMWARE 1 00 DATA 1 00 EXIT C2 COMPUTER FIRMWARE Version DATA Version OTHERS SOURCE _ ADJUST SETUP RESET PROJECTOR NAME MODEL NO SERIAL NUMBER LAN UNIT TYPE
16. will be displayed e Four 9 marks will be appeared at four corners of the green frame Gcr a pant Carton Elle Option Help Gone MELLON GET point Corre File Option Help C Start 47 Correction Show grid 56 3 Convenient Features 3 Use the mouse to click the mark of which corner you wish to move The currently selected mark will turn red 4 Drag the selected mark to the point you wish to correct and drop it e When you click somewhere within the project image area the nearest mark will go to the position where the mouse cursor is 5 Repeat Step 3 and 4 to correct the distortion of the projected image 6 After completing right click the mouse The green frame and the mouse pointer will disappear from the projected image area This will complete the cor rection 7 Click the X close button on the 4 point Correction screen The 4 point Correction screen will disappear and the 4 point correction will take effect 8 Click the button on the control window to exit the TIP After performing the 4 point correction you can save the 4 point correction data to the projector by clicking File Writing to the projector on the 4 point Correction screen See the Help of Image Express Utility Lite for operating 4 point Co
17. NEC Portable Projector M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M300W M260W M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS User s Manual 350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS The M350X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M260XS and M260WS are not distributed in North America Model No NP M350X NP M300X NP M260X NP M230X NP M420X NP M420XV NP M300W NP M260W NP M350XS NP M300XS NP M260XS NP M300WS NP M260WS 3rd edition January 2011 Macintosh Mac OS X and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Vista Internet Explorer NET Framework and PowerPoint are either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries MicroSaver is a registered trademark of Kensington Computer Products Group a division of ACCO Brands e Virtual Remote Tool uses Winl2C DDC library Nicomsoft Ltd HDMI the HDMI Logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC HOM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE Trademark PJLink is a trademark applied for trademark rights in Japan the United States of America and other countries and areas Wi Fi Wi Fi Alliance and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA WPA2 are registered trademarks of
18. e Avoid excessive heat and humidity e Do not short heat or take apart batteries e Do not throw batteries into fire e f you will not be using the remote control for a long time remove the batteries e Ensure that you have the batteries polarity aligned correctly e Do not use new and old batteries together or use different types of batteries together Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations Important Information Note for US Residents The lamp in this product contains mercury Please dispose according to Local State or Federal Laws Lamp Replacement e Use the specified lamp for safety and performance e To replace the lamp follow all instructions provided on page 120 e Be sure to replace the lamp and filter when the message THE LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP AND FILTER 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 dealer for lamp replacement A Lamp Characteristic The projector has a high pressure mercury lamp as a light source A lamp has a characteristic that its brightness gradually decreases with age Also repeatedly turning the lamp on and off will increase the possibility of its lower brightness CAUTION
19. GENERAL e INSTALLATION OPTIONS 1 1 2 COLOR SELECT COLOR SOURCE DISPLAY ON ID DISPLAY ON ECO MESSAGE OFF DISPLAY TIME AUTO 45 SEC BACKGROUND BLUE FILTER MESSAGE OFF Gud SELECT COET MOVE e MOVE CJ COMPUTER Selecting Menu Color COLOR SELECT You can choose between two options for menu color COLOR and MONOCHROME Turning On Off Source Display SOURCE DISPLAY This option turns on or off input name display such as COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO S VIDEO VIEWER NETWORK USB DISPLAY to be displayed on the top right of the screen When no input signal is present the no signal guidance prompting you to check for an available input will be displayed at the center of the screen When the VIEWER or NETWORK item is selected for SOURCE the no signal guid ance will not be displayed 83 5 Using On Screen Menu Turning ON OFF Control ID ID DISPLAY ID DISPLAY This option turns on or off the ID number which is displayed when the ID SET button on the remote control is pressed Turning On Off Eco Message ECO MESSAGE This option turns on or off the following messages when the projector is turned on The Eco Message prompts the user to save energy When OFF is selected for ECO MODE you will get a message to prompt you to select AUTO ECO1 or ECO2 for MODE When AUTO ECO ECO1 or ECO2 is selected for ECO MODE CARBON METER ECO MODE ECO1 TH
20. USBDISPLAY O LIGHT YELLOW LIGHT GREEN LIGHT BLUE CID SELECT D EXIT MOVE 4 B SKY BLUE COMPUTER1 F0 8 00 LIGHT ROSE Wireless symbol PINK ECO mode symbol Off Timer remaining High Altitude symbol time Thermometer symbol Key Lock symbol Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements Highlight s Indicates the selected menu or item Solid triangle Indicates further choices are available A highlighted triangle indicates the item is active 2 Lui 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 5 Indicates the currently selected source Off Timer remaining time Indicates the remaining countdown time when the OFF TIMER is preset Slide Dar cs Indicates settings or the direction of adjustment ECO mode symbol Indicates ECO MODE is set Key Lock symbol Indicates the CONTROL PANEL LOCK is enabled Thermometer symbol Indicates the ECO MODE is forcibly set to ON mode because the internal temperature is too high High Altitude symbol Indicates the FAN MODE is set to HIGH ALTITUDE mode Wireless symbol Indicate the wireless LAN connection is enabled 70 List of Menu Items Some menu items are
21. at time of Groove Button shipment When using the projector as it is you do not clear the filter usage 116 M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS 1 Push up the buttons on the left and right to release the filter unit and pull it out 2 Remove the filter unit by pulling out the tab 3 Remove the four filters 1 Turn the filter unit over and pull out the two soft accordion filters large and small 2 Push the left end of each filter and remove the hard two honeycomb filters large and small large filter cannot be removed by pushing on its right end 4 Use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum all the dust inside Get rid of dust in the accordion filter NOTE e Whenever you vacuum the filter use the soft brush attachment to vacuum This is to avoid damage to the filter e Do not wash the filter with water Doing so can result in filter clog ging 117 7 Maintenance 7 Maintenance 5 Remove dust from the filter unit and the filter cover Clean both outside and inside 6 Attach the four filters to the filter unit 1 Insert the left end of each hard honeycomb filter large and small first and then the right end of each hard honeycomb filter to the filter unit large filter cannot be installed if its right end is inserted first 2 Turn the filter unit over Attach the two soft accordion filters large and small Each accordion filler has a slit on it A
22. on NETWORK Displays a signal from LAN port RJ 45 or the USB Wireless LAN Unit USB DISPLAY Displays the computer signal from the USB PC port every time the projector is turned on 90 5 Using On Screen Menu Setting up the Projector for a Wired LAN Connection WIRED LAN SOURCE ADJUST INFO OPTIONS 2 WIRED LAN SETTINGS SELECT CJ COMPUTER1 WIRELESS LAN 2 2 DISABLE Gap EXIT MOVE Important Consult with your network administrator about these settings When using a wired LAN connection connect a LAN cable Ethernet cable to the LAN port RJ 45 of the projec tor page 110 TIP The network settings you make will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu WIRED LAN DISABLE Wired LAN connection will be turned off ENABLE Wired LAN connection will be turned on SETTINGS DHCP notes IP address subnet mask and gateway will be automatically assigned to the projector from your DHCP server ne Specify IP address subnet mask and gate way assigned by your network administra tor IP ADDRESS Set your IP address of the network connected to the projector SUBNET MASK Set your subnet mask number of the network connected to the projector GATEWAY Set the default gateway of the network connected to the projector AUTO DNS ON a ts DHCP server will automatic
23. pressing the PAGE V page down button will show the next page pressing the PAGE page up will show the previous page Press the ENTER button The selected slide will be displayed When a folder icon is selected icons contained in the folder will be displayed Press the button to select the next slide The slide on the right will be displayed The 4 button can be used to select the next right slide or the previous left slide in the thumbnail screen Pressing the MENU button during display of the thumbnail screen the slide screen or the slideshow screen will display the toolbar The toolbar is used to select or rotate an slide gt page 64 Press the EXIT button when the toolbar is not dis played The thumbnail screen will be displayed Another way to display the thumbnail screen is to press the ENTER button To close the toolbar press the MENU button to return to the SOURCE list and press the MENU button again to close the SOURCE list 61 4 Using the Viewer 4 Using the Viewer Removing the USB memory from the pro jector 1 Select the VIEWER start screen Press the EXIT button with no menu displayed 2 Remove the USB memory from the projector Make sure that the LED on the USB memory is not flashing before removing the USB memory NOTE If you remove the USB memory from the projector with a slide displayed the projector may not operate correctly If this happens t
24. 0 65 13 8 27 573 inches 0 69 14 6 Projection Angle 10 7 11 4 wide 6 5 6 8 tele 10 8 11 4 wide 6 5 6 8 tele 1 Effective pixels are more than 99 99 2 This is the light output value lumens when the PRESET mode is set to HIGH BRIGHT If any other mode is selected as the PRESET mode the light output value may drop slightly 3 Compliance with ISO21118 2005 Electrical M350X M300X M260X M2sox M300W M260W Inputs 2 x RGB Component D Sub 15 1 x HDMI Type A HDMI Connector HDCP supported 1 x S Video DIN 4 P 1 x Video RCA 1 x L R RCA Audio 2 x Stereo Mini Audio Outputs 1 x RGB D Sub 15P 1 x Stereo Mini Audio PC Control 1 x PC Control Port D Sub 9P Wired LAN Port 1 x RJ 45 10BASE T 100BASE TX Wireless LAN Port Optional IEE 802 11 b g n optional Wireless LAN Unit NPO2LM Series required USB Port Color Reproduction 1 x Type A 1 x Type B 10 bit signal processing 1 07 billion colors VIEWER NETWORK Colors 16 7 million colors Compatible Signals Analog VGA SVGA XGA XGA WXGA WXGA SXGA SXGA UXGA 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p HDMI VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA 480p 576p 720p 1080i 1080p Video Bandwidth RGB 80 MHz Horizontal Resolution 540 TV lines NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL60 300 TV lines SECAM Scan Rate Horizontal 15 kHz to 100 kHz RGB 24 kHz or
25. 1080p Video Bandwidth RGB 80 MHz Max Horizontal Resolution 540 TV lines NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL60 300 TV lines SECAM Scan Rate Horizontal 15 kHz to 100 kHz RGB 24 kHz or over Vertical 50 Hz to 120 Hz HDMI 50 Hz to 85 Hz Sync Compatibility Separate Sync Built in Speaker 10W monaural No speaker Power Requirement 100 240 AC 50 60Hz Input Current 3 9 1 7A 132 8 Appendix Power Consump tion ECO 358 W 100 130 V MODE 343 W 200 240V OFF NOR MAL ECO 271 W 100 130 V MODE 264 W 200 240V STANDBY 8 W 100 130 V 200 240 V NOR MAL STANDBY 0 2 W 100 130 V 0 4 W 200 240 V POWER SAVING 4 HDMI Deep Color Lip Sync with HDCP What is HDCP HDCP technology HDCP is an acronym for High bandwidth Digital Content Protection High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP is a system for preventing illegal copying of video data sent over a Digital Visual Interface DVI If you are unable to view material via the HDMI input this does not necessarily mean the projector is not functioning properly With the implementation of HDCP there may be cases in which certain content is protected with HDCP and might not be displayed due to the decision intention of the HDCP community Digital Content Protection LLC 5 An image with higher or lower resolution than the projector s native resolution 1024 x 768 will be displayed
26. 5 An image with higher or lower resolution than the projector s native resolution M350X M300X M260X M230X 1024 x 768 M300W M260W 1280 x 800 will be displayed with Advanced AccuBlend Mechanical M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W Installation Desktop Front Desktop Rear Ceiling Front Ceiling Rear Orientation Dimensions 13 4 W x 3 9 H x 10 1 D 339 mm W x 99 mm H x 257 mm D not including protrusions Weight 6 59 Ibs 2 99 kg 6 39 Ibs 2 9 kg 6 59 Ibs 2 99 6 39 Ibs 2 9 kg kg Environmental Considerations Operational Temperatures 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C ECO mode selected automatically at 95 F to 104 F 35 C to 40 C 20 to 80 humidity non condensing Storage Temperatures 14 to 122 F 10 to 50 C 20 to 80 humidity non condensing UL C UL Approved UL 60950 1 CSA 60950 1 Meets DOC Canada Class B requirements Meets FCC Class B requirements Meets AS NZS CISPR 22 Class B Meets EMC Directive EN55022 EN55024 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 Meets Low Voltage Directive EN60950 1 T V GS Approved CE Regulations 131 8 Appendix Model Number M420X M420XV Optical M420X M420XV LCD Panel 0 63 inch LCD with Micro Lens Array Aspect Ratio 4 3 Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels XGA Lens Manual zoom and focus Zoom Ratio 1 7 F1 7 2 0 f 19 8 23 7 mm Lamp 265 W AC 195 W in 1 Light 2 3 420
27. Approved CE For additional information visit US http www necdisplay com Europe http www nec display solutions com Global http www nec display com global index html For information on our optional accessories visit our website or see our brochure The specifications are subject to change without notice 135 8 Appendix Q Cabinet Dimensions M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W Unit mm inch 257 10 1 Ek 7 CT Ls 339 13 4 100 3 9 Lens center Lens center H b i 1 cy Y e Holes for ceiling mount 2 200 7 9 136 8 Appendix M420X M420XV Unit mm inch 282 11 1 134 5 3 Lens center Lens center m 11 5 0 5 5 a
28. Contrast for each color RGB to adjust the white level of the screen Brightness for each color RGB is used to adjust the black level of the screen 75 5 Using On Screen Menu CONTRAST Adjusts the intensity of the image according to the incoming signal BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness level or the back raster intensity SHARPNESS Controls the detail of the image COLOR Increases or decreases the color saturation level HUE Varies the color level from green to blue The red level is used as reference Input signal CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR HUE COMPUTER HDMI RGB Yes Yes Yes No No COMPUTER HDMI COMPONENT Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes VIEWER NETWORK USB DISPLAY Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Adjustable No Not adjustable RESET The settings and adjustments for PICTURE will be returned to the factory settings with the exception of the following Preset numbers and REFERENCE within the PRESET screen The settings and adjustments under DETAIL SETTINGS within the PRESET screen that are not currently selected will not be reset 76 5 Using On Screen Menu IMAGE OPTIONS SOURCE SETUP INFO RESET CLOCK 1344 CICS PHASE 4 gt KJ HORIZONTAL 40 ED VERTICAL 4 1 gt gt EEB OVERSCAN O ate ASPECT RATIO AUTO MO
29. FILTER MESSAGE This option allows you to select the time preference between displaying the message for cleaning the filters Clean the filter when you get the message PLEASE CLEAN FILTER page 115 Five options are available OFF 100 H 500 H 1000 H 2000 H The default setting is OFF NOTE Your setting will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu 84 5 Using On Screen Menu INSTALLATION SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET GENERAL MENU OPTIONS 1 1 2 ORIENTATION DESKTOP FRONT CONTROL PANEL LOCK OFF SECURITY OFF COMMUNICATION SPEED 38400bps CONTROL ID TEST PATTERN AEXZX SELECT Gu EXIT MOVE e MOVE COMPUTERI Selecting Projector Orientation ORIENTATION This reorients your image for your type of projection The options are desktop front projection ceiling rear projection desktop rear projection and ceiling front projection DESKTOP FRONT CEILING REAR DESKTOP REAR CEILING FRONT Le Be veri Disabling the Cabinet Buttons CONTROL PANEL LOCK This option turns on or off the CONTROL PANEL LOCK function NOTE This CONTROL PANEL LOCK does not affect the remote control functions When the control panel is locked pressing and holding the EXIT button on the projector
30. STANDBY MODE from the menu the projector cannot be turned on via the network wired LAN wireless LAN connection TIP Viewing the Help of PC Control Utility Pro 4 Displaying the Help file of PC Control Utility Pro 4 while it is running Click Help H gt Help H of window of PC Control Utility Pro 4 in this order The pop up menu will be displayed Displaying the help file using the Start Menu Click Start All programs or Programs NEC Projector User Supportware PC Control Utility Pro 4 gt PC Control Utility Pro 4 Help The Help screen will be displayed 52 3 Convenient Features Projecting Your Computer s Screen Image from the Projector over a LAN Image Express Utility Lite Using Image Express Utility Lite contained on the supplied NEC Projector CD ROM allows you to send the computer s screen image to the projector over a USB cable or a wired or wireless LAN This section will show you an outline about how to connect the projector to a LAN and to use Image Express Utility Lite For the operation of Image Express Utility Lite see the help of Image Express Utility Lite Step 1 install Image Express Utility Lite on the computer Step 2 Connect the projector to a LAN page 54 Step 3 Start Image Express Utility Lite page 54 What You can Do with Image Express Utility Lite USB Display e Computers screen image can be projected via a USB cable without co
31. This item has six pages The information included is as follows TIP Pressing the HELP button on the remote control will show the INFO menu items USAGE TIME SOURCE ADJUST SETUP RESET e SOURCE WIRED LAN 172 LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED 00000 H FILTER HOURS USED 00000 H TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS 0 000 kg CO2 D EXIT MOVE MOVE COMPUTER1 LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED H FILTER HOURS USED H TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS kg CO2 The progress indicator shows the percentage of remaining bulb life The value informs you of the amount of lamp usage When the remaining lamp time reaches 0 the LAMP LIFE REMAINING bar indicator changes from 0 to 100 Hours and starts counting down If the remaining lamp time reaches 0 hours the projector will not turn on e The message to the effect that the lamp or the filters should be replaced will be displayed for one minute when the projector is turned on and when the POWER button on the projector or the remote control is pressed To dismiss this message press any button on the projector or the remote control Lamp life H ECO MODE NORMAL ECO Replacement lamp Model OFF or AUTO ECO ECO1 or ECO2 3000 3500 NP17LP M420X M420XV M350XS M300WS 4000 5000 NP16LP M350X M300W M300XS M260WS M300X M260X M230X M260W 5000 6000 NP15LP M260XS ECO2 is available on M300X M260X and M260XS only
32. Windows Desktop Start from the Start menu e Click Start All Programs or Programs NEC Projector User Supportware Virtual Remote Tool Virtual Remote Tool When Virtual Remote Tool starts for the first time Easy Setup window will be displayed Follow the instructions on the screens When Easy Setup is completed the Virtual Remote Tool screen will be displayed COMPUTER ADI DO aqua NEC NOTE e When POWER SAVING is selected for STANDBY MODE from the menu the projector cannot be turned on via the computer cable VGA or network wired LAN wireless LAN connection TIP The Virtual Remote Tool screen or Toolbar can be displayed without displaying Easy Setup window To do so click to place a check mark for Do not use Easy Setup next time on the screen at Step 6 in Easy Setup 39 3 Convenient Features Exiting Virtual Remote Tool 1 Click the Virtual Remote Tool icon ES on the Taskbar The pop up menu will be displayed Hide Remote Control Reconnect Starting Easy Setup Option Settings Help Cancel Exit 2 Click Exit The Virtual Remote Tool will be closed Viewing the help file of Virtual Remote Tool Displaying the help file using the taskbar 1 Click the Virtual Remote Tool icon Es on the taskbar when Virtual Remote Tool is running The pop up menu will be
33. Wireless LAN Unit first remove the cover gt page 111 Monaural Speaker 10 W The M420XV does not come with the speaker Terminal Panel page 9 AC Input Connect the supplied power cord s three pin plug here and plug the other end into an active wall outlet gt page 15 Connection for cable cover Left right Screw holes temporarily fixing grooves for the optional cable cover gt page 114 This security slot supports the MicroSaver Security System 1 Introduction Lamp Cover page 121 Rear Foot page 20 Security chain opening Attach an anti theft device The security chain opening accepts security wires or chains up to 0 18 inch 4 6 mm in diameter Lamp Cover page 121 Built in Security Slot 97 Security chain opening Attach an anti theft device The security chain opening accepts security wires or chains up to 0 18 inch 4 6 mm in diameter Hear Foot page 20 M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Port Cover for Optional USB Wireless LAN Unit When using the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit first remove the cover page 111 Monaural Speaker 10 W Terminal Panel page 9 AC Input Connect the supplied power cord s three pin plug here and plug the other end into an active wall outlet gt page 15 Connection for cable cover Left 1 Introduction Lamp Cover gt page 121 Built in Security Slot Security chain openi
34. cabinet for about 10 seconds will change the setting to OFF TIP When the CONTROL PANEL LOCK is turned on a key lock icon will be displayed at the bottom right of the menu Enabling Security SECURITY This feature turns on or off the SECURITY function Unless the correct keyword is entered the projector cannot project an image page 32 NOTE Your setting will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu 85 5 Using On Screen Menu Selecting Communication Speed COMMUNICATION 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 default is 38400 bps Select the appropriate baud rate for your equipment to be connected depending on the equip ment a lower baud rate may be recommended for long cable runs NOTE Your selected communication speed will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu Setting ID to the Projector CONTROL ID You can operate multiple projectors separately and independently with the single remote control that has the CONTROL ID function If you assign the same ID to all the projectors you can conveniently operate all the projectors together using the single remote control To do so you have to assign an ID number to each projector CONTROL ID NUMBER Select a number from 1 to 254 you wish to assign to your projector CONTROL ID Select OFF to tur
35. cable not supplied NOTE A USB cable must support the USB 2 0 Specifications The mouse function can be used with the following operating systems Windows 7 Windows XP or Windows Vista e SP2 or older version of Windows XP if the mouse cursor will not move correctly do the following Clear the Enhance pointer precision check box underneath the mouse speed slider in the Mouse Properties dialog box Pointer Options tab Wait at least 5 seconds after disconnecting the USB cable before reconnecting it and vice versa The computer may not identify the USB cable if it is repeatedly connected and disconnected in rapid intervals NOTE Connect the projector to the computer with a USB cable after starting the computer Failure to so fail to start the computer Operating your computer s mouse from the remote control You can operate your computer s mouse from the remote control PAGE V A Button scrolls the viewing area of the window or to move to the previous or next slide in PowerPoint on your computer AV lt gt 5 moves the mouse cursor on your computer MOUSE L CLICK ENTER Button works as the mouse left button MOUSE R CLICK Button works as the mouse right button NOTE e When you operate the computer using the AW 4 or button with the menu displayed both the menu and the mouse pointer Will be affected Close th
36. corner of a wall or irregular shaped screen by using many separated screens to correct the image as well as 4 point Correction e Parameters Correction You can correct a distorted image by using a combination of transformational rules prepared in advance This section will show an example for use with 4 point Correction For information about Multi point Correction and Parameters Correction see the help file of Image Express Utility Lite page 55 e Your correction data can be stored in the projector or your computer which can be restored when necessary e function is available with a USB cable wired or wireless LAN connection and video cable Projecting an Image from an Angle GCT This section will show an example for use with USB Display using a USB cable to connect a computer and the pro jector USB Display function will automatically display the control window e Fora video cable or LAN connection install and start Image Express Utility Lite in your computer beforehand page 43 Preparation Adjust the projector position or the zoom so that the projected image can cover the whole screen area 1 Click the E Video icon and then the button amp Mute Freeze Play GN The 4 point Correction screen will be displayed 2 Click the Start Correction button and then Start 4 point Correction button A green frame and a mouse pointer
37. depending on the signal being input to the projector page 76 SOURCE SELECT This switches the input connector of the projector COMPUTER 1 Switches to the COMPUTER 1 IN connector COMPUTER 2 Switches to the COMPUTER 2 IN connector ADMI n Switches to the HDMI IN connector VIDEO ctc Switches to the VIDEO IN connector S VIDEO Switches to the S VIDEO IN connector VIEWER Switches to the data on the USB memory device NETWORK Switches to a LAN signal USB DISPLAY Switches to the USB Port PC PROJECTOR STATUS This displays the condition of the projector LAMP LIFE REMAINING Displays the remaining life of the lamp as a percentage LAMP HOURS USED Displays how many hours the lamp has been used FILTER HOURS USED Displays how many hours the filter has been used ERROR STATUS Displays the status of errors occurring within the projector LOG OFF Logging off your projector and returning to the authentication screen LOGON screen 46 3 Convenient Features NETWORK SETTINGS POWER ON LOGOFF PROJECTOR ADJUSTMENT NETWORK SETTINGS SETTINGS NAME ALERT MAIL NETWORK SERVICE INFORMATION 9 ENABLE SETTING ODISABLE APPLY EASY CONNECTION SETTING 9 PROFILE 1 _ SETTING O PROFILE 2 SETTING Copyright C NEC Display Solutions Ltd 2010 AII rights reserved SETTIN
38. details on throw distance see page 101 98 6 Installation and Connections M420X M420XV 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 34 inches 0 9 m from the wall or screen The largest the image can be is 300 7 6 m when the projector is about 434 inches 11 0 m from the wall or screen Screen Size Unit cm inch 646 2 W x 403 9 H 254 W x 159 H Screen Size 516 9 W x 323 1 H 204 W x 127 H 809 430 8 W x 269 2 H 170 W x 106 H gt 24 387 7 242 3 153 W x 95 200 323 1 W x 201 9 H 127 W lt 79 gt 18 1 So 258 5 W x 161 5 H 102 W x64 H gt 1 215 4 W 134 6 H 85 W x 53 H gt 20 1 172 3 W x 107 7 H 68 W x 42 H gt gt 00 129 2 W x 80 8 H 51 W x 32 H 0 The distances are indicated by intermediate values between tele and wide Use as a rule of thumb e For more details on throw distance see page 101 M300W M260W 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 37 inches 0 9 m from the wall or Screen The largest the image can be is 300 7 6 m wh
39. digital signal The HDMI input provides HDCP compatible digital signals The HDMI input also supports audio signal 10 W built in speaker for an integrated audio solution not available on M420XV Powerful 10 watt monaural speaker provides volume need for large rooms 1 Introduction supplied remote control allows you to assign a CONTROL ID to the projector Multiple projectors can be operated separately and independently with the same single remote control by assigning an ID number to each projector e Auto vertical keystone correction Auto Keystone feature allows the projector to detect its tilt and correct vertical distortion automatically e USB Display Using a commercially available USB cable compatible with USB 2 0 specifications to connect the computer with the projector allows you to send your computer screen image to the projector without the need of a traditional computer cable VGA e Integrated RJ 45 connector for wired networking capability along with wireless networking capabilities An RJ 45 connector is standard An optional USB Wireless LAN Unit is required for wireless LAN connection Software programs User Supportware contained in the supplied CD ROM The supplied NEC Projector includes four programs Virtual Remote Tool Image Express Utility Lite PC Control Utility Pro 4 and Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 e AUTO POWER ON and AUTO POWER OFF features The AUTO POWER ON AC AUTO POWER ON COMP1 AUTO POWER
40. displayed Reconnect Starting Easy Setup Option Settings Help About Virtual Remote Tool x 2 Click Help Help The Help screen will be displayed Veal ferc Tec Hop CTS About Virtual Remote Tool ected by LAN cable Displaying the help file using the Start Menu 1 Click Start All programs or Programs NEC Projector User Supportware Virtual Remote Tool and then Virtual Remote Tool Help in this order The Help screen will be displayed 40 3 Convenient Features Q Operating Your Computer s Mouse Functions from the Projector s Remote Control via the USB Cable Remote Mouse Function The built in remote mouse function enables you to operate your computer s mouse functions from the supplied remote control when the projector is connected to a computer via a commercially available USB cable compatible with USB 2 0 specifications The Remote Mouse function works for the COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 input while the computer screen is dis played The Remote Mouse function will not work while you freeze or magnify an image Using the USB cable to connect the projector and the computer will also start USB Display function USB PC GA e Sl USB
41. end 125 7 Maintenance 4 Remove dust from the filter unit and the filter cover Clean both outside and inside 5 Attach four new filters to the filter unit 1 Insert the left end of each hard honeycomb filter large and small first and then the right end of each hard honeycomb filter to the filter unit e The large filter cannot be installed if its right end is inserted first 2 Turn the filter unit over Attach the two soft accordion filters large and small Each accordion filter has a slit on it Align the slit with each protrusion of the filter unit 6 Put the filter unit back to the projector cabinet Make sure that the filter unit is placed in the correct orientation 7 Put the filter cover back to the projector cabinet Insert two catches of the top side of the filter cover into the groove of the cabinet and push the buttons on the left and right to close the filter cover Push the filter cover until it clicks into place This completes the filter replacement Go on to the clearing lamp and filter hour meters To clear the lamp usage hours and the filter usage hours 1 Place the projector where you use it 2 Plug the power cord into the wall outlet and then turn on the projector 3 Clear the lamp usage hours and the filter usage hours 1 From the menu select RESET CLEAR LAMP HOURS and reset the lamp usage hours 2 Select CLEAR FILTER HOURS and reset the filter usage hours page 97
42. over Vertical 50 Hz to 120 Hz HDMI 50 Hz to 85 Hz Sync Compatibility Separate Sync Built in Speaker 10W monaural Power Requirement 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Input Current 3 4 1 5 A 2 8 1 2 3 4 1 5 A 2 8 1 2A 130 8 Appendix Power ECO 311W 248 W 100 130 V 311W 248W Consump MODE 100 130 V 239 W 200 240 V 100 130 V 100 130 V tion OFF 302 W 302 W 239 W NOR 200 240 V 200 240 V 200 240 V MAL ECO1 239 W 198 W 100 130 V 239 W 198 W MODE 100 130 V 193 W 200 240 V 100 130 V 100 130 V 236 W 236 W 193 W 200 240 V 200 240 V 200 240 V ECO2 138 W 100 130 V MODE 136 W 200 240 V STANDBY 8 W 100 130 V 200 240 V NOR MAL STANDBY 0 2 W 100 130 V 0 4 W 200 240 V POWER SAVING 4 HDMI Deep Color Lip Sync with HDCP What is HDCP HDCP technology HDCP is an acronym for High bandwidth Digital Content Protection High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP is a system for preventing illegal copying of video data sent over a Digital Visual Interface DVI If you are unable to view material via the HDMI input this does not necessarily mean the projector is not functioning properly With the implementation of HDCP there may be cases in which certain content is protected with HDCP and might not be displayed due to the decision intention of the HDCP community Digital Content Protection LLC
43. than approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters and setting to HIGH ALTITUDE can cause the lamp to overcool causing the image to flicker Switch FAN MODE to AUTO Using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher can shorten the life of optical components such as the lamp e Your setting will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu 87 5 Using On Screen Menu Selecting Signal Format SIGNAL SELECT COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER2 Allows you to choose COMPUTER1 or COMPUTER2 for an RGB source such as a computer or COMPONENT for a component video source such as a DVD player Normally select RGB COMPONENT and the projector auto matically 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 amp S VIDEO System Select This feature enables you to select composite video standards automatically or manually Normally select AUTO and the projector will automatically detect the video standard In the case where the projector has difficulty detecting the video standard select the appropriate video standard from the menu This must be done for VIDEO and S VIDEO respectively Enabling or Disabling WXGA Mode WXGA MODE Selecting ON will give priority to a WXGA 1280 x 768 signal in recognizing an input signal When WXGA MODE is set to ON an XGA 1024 x 768 signal may not be rec
44. the Fn key along with one of the 12 function keys gets the external display to come on or off For example NEC laptops use Fn F3 while Dell laptops use Fn F8 key combinations to toggle through external display selections Non standard signal output from the computer If the output signal from a notebook PC is not an industry standard the projected image may not be displayed correctly Should this happen deactivate the notebook PC s LCD screen when the projector display is in use Each notebook PC has a different way of deactivate reactivate the local LCD screens as described in the previous step Refer to your computer s documentation for detailed information Image displayed is incorrect when using a Macintosh When using a Macintosh with the projector set the DIPswitch of the Mac adapter not supplied with the projector according to your resolution After setting restart your Macintosh for the changes to take affect For setting display modes other than those supported by your Macintosh and the projector changing the DIP switch on a Mac adapter may bounce an image slightly or may display nothing Should this happen set the DIP switch to the 13 fixed mode and then restart your Macintosh After that restore the DIP switches to a displayable mode and then restart the Macintosh again 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 Mirrorin
45. the image Wait for a moment Will turn off Ensure that the OFF TIMER or AUTO POWER OFF is off page 83 90 No picture Use the COMPUTER1 the COMPUTER2 the VIDEO or the S VIDEO button on the remote control to select your source Computer Video or S Video page 18 If there is still no picture press the button again Ensure your cables are connected properly Use menus to adjust the brightness and contrast page 76 Ensure that the lens cover is open page 7 Reset the settings or adjustments to factory preset levels using the RESET in the Menu page 97 Enter your registered keyword if the Security function is enabled page 32 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 the projector before being powered up fthe screen goes blank while using your remote control it may be the result of the computer s screen saver or power management software See also the next page Picture suddenly becomes dark Check if the projector is in the Forced ECO mode because of too high ambient temperature If this is the case lower the internal temperature of the projector by selecting HIGH for FAN MODE page 87 Color tone or hue is unusual Check if an appropriate color is selected in WALL COLO
46. the projector for a LAN connection Access the HTTP server function to display the web browser page 44 and select NETWORK SETTINGS SETTINGS WIRELESS LAN PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2 Two settings can be set for the USB Wireless LAN Unit Next select SETTINGS for your selected profile and set ENABLE or DISABLE for DHCP IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK and GATEWAY Last click SAVE To reflect changes click the SETTING tab and then click APPLY page 47 To recall LAN settings stored in the profile number Use PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2 set on the HTTP server from the projector menu select SETUP gt WIRELESS LAN PROFILE PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2 Last select OK and press the ENTER button page 92 To connect a DHCP server From the projector menu select SETUP WIRED LAN SETTINGS DHCP ON and press the ENTER button To specify IP address without using the DHCP server use the HTTP server function page 44 To set only for wireless LAN NETWORK TYPE and WEP WPA Access the HTTP server function to display the web browser page 44 and select NETWORK SETTINGS gt SETTINGS WIRELESS LAN PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2 Make necessary settings for SETTINGS and click SAVE From the projector menu select SETUP WIRELESS LAN gt PROFILE PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2 To select an SSID Access the HTTP server function to display the we
47. via serial or LAN connection it is also used to send an image to the projector and register it as the logo data of the projector After registering it you can lock the logo to prevent it from changing Control Functions Power On Off signal selection picture freeze picture mute audio mute Logo transfer to the projector and remote control operation on your PC NOTE Audio mute function is not available on M420XV Virtual Remote screen OFF ON M350 Series Computer cable VGA DET Pa Ub c 2 Remote Control Window Toolbar This section provides an outline of preparation for use of Virtual Remote Tool For information on how to use Virtual Remote Tool see Help of Virtual Remote Tool page 40 Step 1 Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer page 36 Step 2 Connect the projector to the computer page 38 Step 3 Start Virtual Remote Tool page 39 TIP e Virtual Remote Tool can be used with a LAN and a serial connection e For update information on Virtual Remote Tool visit our website http www nec display com dl en index html 35 3 Convenient Features NOTE When COMPUTER 1 is selected from your source selection the Virtual Remote screen or the toolbar will be displayed as well as your computer screen Use the supplied computer cable VGA to connect the COMPUTER 1 IN connector directly with the monitor output connector of the comp
48. with Advanced AccuBlend Mechanical M420X M420XV Installation Desktop Front Desktop Rear Ceiling Front Ceiling Rear Orientation Dimensions 15 7 W x 4 5 H x 11 1 D 398 mm W x 115 mm H x 282 mm D not including protrusions Weight 7 9 Ibs 3 6 kg 7 7 105 3 5 kg Environmental Operational Temperatures 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C Considerations ECO mode selected automatically at 95 F to 104 F 35 C to 40 C 20 to 80 humidity non condensing Storage Temperatures 14 to 122 F 10 to 50 C 20 to 80 humidity non condensing Regulations UL C UL Approved UL 60950 1 CSA 60950 1 Meets DOC Canada Class B requirements Meets FCC Class B requirements Meets AS NZS CISPR 22 Class B Meets EMC Directive EN55022 EN55024 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 Meets Low Voltage Directive EN60950 1 T V GS Approved CE 133 Model Number Optical M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS 8 Appendix 195 W in ECO1 170 W in ECO1 145 W in ECO1 90 W in ECO2 195 W in ECO1 M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS LCD Panel 0 63 inch LCD with Micro Lens Array Aspect Ratio 4 3 0 59 inch LCD with Micro Lens Array Aspect Ratio 16 10 Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels XGA 1280 x 800 pixels WXGA Lens Digital zoom and manual focus Digital Zoom Ratio 1 2 F2 0 f26 4 mm Lamp 265 W AC 230 W AC 180 W AC 265 W AC 230 W AC 170 W in ECO1
49. 0 3048 41 1048 217 5501 361 9161 19 476 10 8 6 5 210 5334 168 4267 126 3200 43 1100 228 5779 379 9622 20 500 10 8 6 5 240 6096 192 4877 144 3658 50 1257 260 6613 433 11005 23 572 10 8 6 5 270 6858 216 5486 162 4115 56 1414 293 7447 488 12388 25 643 10 8 6 5 300 7620 240 6096 180 4572 62 1572 326 8281 542 13771 28 714 10 7 6 5 101 6 Installation and Connections M300W M260W Screen Size B C D Diagonal Width Height wide tele wide tele inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm degree degree 25 635 21 538 13 337 5 139 27 687 46 1172 4 29 11 4 6 8 30 762 25 646 16 404 7 167 33 833 56 1415 1 35 11 3 6 7 40 1016 34 862 21 538 9 222 44 1126 75 1902 2 47 112 6 7 60 1524 51 1292 32 808 13 333 67 1712 113 2876 3 71 11 0 6 6 72 1829 61 1551 38 969 16 400 81 2064 136 3461 3 85 11 0 6 6 80 2032 68 1723 42 1077 17 444 90 2298 152 3850 4 94 10 9 6 6 84 2134 71 1809 45 1131 18 466 95 2415 159 4045 4 99 10 9 6 6 90 2286 76 1939 48 1212 20 500 102 2591 171 4337 4 106 10 9 6 6 100 2540 85 2154 53 1346 22 555 114 2884 190 4824 5 118 10 9 E 6 6 120 3048 102 2585 64 16
50. 0 lumens ECO 1 75 Contrast Ratio s 2000 1 full white full black Image Size Diagonal 25 300 inches 0 64 7 6 Projection Distance 25 542 inches 0 64 13 8 m Projection Angle 10 7 11 6 wide 6 5 6 8 tele 1 Effective pixels are more than 99 99 2 This is the light output value lumens when the PRESET mode is set to HIGH BRIGHT If any other mode is selected as the PRESET mode the light output value may drop slightly 8 Compliance with ISO21118 2005 Electrical M420X M420XV Inputs 2 x RGB Component D Sub 15 P 1 x HDMI Type 2 x RGB Component D Sub 15 1 x HDMI HDMI Connector HDCP supported A HDMI Connector HDCP supported 1 x S Video DIN 4 P 1 x Video RCA 1 x L R 1 x S Video DIN 4 P 1 x Video RCA RCA Audio 2 x Stereo Mini Audio Outputs 1 x RGB D Sub 15P 1 x Stereo Mini Audio 1 x RGB D Sub 15P PC Control 1 x PC Control Port D Sub 9P Wired LAN Port 1 x RJ 45 10BASE T 100BASE TX Wireless LAN Port IEE 802 11 b g n optional Wireless LAN Unit NPO2LM Series required Optional USB Port 1 x Type A 1 x Type B Color Reproduction 10 bit signal processing 1 07 billion colors VIEWER NETWORK Colors 16 7 million colors Compatible Signals Analog VGA SVGA XGA XGA WXGA WXGA SXGA SXGA UXGA 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p HDMI VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA 480p 576p 720p 1080i
51. 048 217 5514 361 9174 19 476 10 8 6 5 210 5334 168 4267 126 3200 43 1100 228 5792 379 9635 20 500 10 8 6 5 240 6096 192 4877 144 3658 50 1257 261 6626 434 11018 23 572 10 7 6 5 270 6858 216 5486 162 4115 56 1414 294 7460 488 12401 25 643 10 7 6 5 300 7620 240 6096 180 4572 62 1572 327 8294 543 13784 28 714 10 7 6 5 M420X M420XV Screen Size B C Diagonal Width Height wide tele wide tele inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm degree degree 25 635 20 508 15 381 5 131 25 636 43 1094 2 60 11 6 6 8 30 762 24 610 18 457 6 157 31 775 52 1324 3 71 11 5 6 8 40 1016 32 813 24 610 8 210 41 1053 70 1785 4 95 11 3 6 7 60 1524 48 1219 36 914 12 314 63 1609 107 2707 6 143 11 1 6 6 72 1829 58 1463 43 1097 15 377 76 1943 128 3261 7 171 11 0 6 6 80 2032 64 1626 48 1219 17 419 85 2165 143 3629 8 191 11 0 6 6 84 2134 67 1707 50 1280 17 440 90 2277 150 3814 8 200 10 9 6 6 90 2286 72 1829 54 1372 19 471 96 2443 161 4090 8 214 10 9 6 6 100 2540 80 2032 60 1524 21 524 107 2721 179 4551 9 238 10 9 6 6 120 3048 96 2438 72 1829 25 629 129 3277 215 5473 11 286 10 9 6 6 150 3810 120 3048 90 2286 31 786 162 4111 270 6856 14 357 10 8 6 5 180 4572 144 3658 108 2743 37 943 195 4945 324 8239 17 429 10 8 6 5 200 5080 160 4064 12
52. 080i 1080p HDMI VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA 480p 576p 720p 1080i 1080p Video Bandwidth RGB 80 MHz Max Horizontal Resolution 540 TV lines NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL60 300 TV lines SECAM Scan Rate Horizontal 15 kHz to 100 kHz RGB 24 kHz or over Vertical 50 Hz to 120 Hz HDMI 50 Hz to 85 Hz Sync Compatibility Separate Sync Built in Speaker 10W monaural Power Requirement 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Input Current 3 9 1 7 A 3 4 1 5 A 2 8 1 2 3 9 1 7A 3 4 1 5 A 134 8 Appendix Power ECO Consump MODE tion OFF NOR MAL ECO1 MODE 358 W 100 130 V 343 W 200 240 V 271 W 100 130 V 264 W 200 240 V 311 W 100 130 V 302 W 200 240 V 239 W 100 130 V 236 W 200 240 V 248 W 100 130 V 239 W 200 240 V 198 W 100 130 V 358 W 100 130 V 343 W 200 240 V 271 W 100 130 V 264 W 200 240 V 311 W 100 130 V 302 W 200 240 V 239 W 100 130 V 236 W 200 240 V ECO2 MODE 138 W 100 130 V 136 W 200 240 V 193 W 200 240 V NOR MAL STANDBY 8 W 100 130 V 200 240 V STANDBY 0 2 W 100 130 V 0 4 W 200 240 V POWER SAVING 4 HDMI Deep Color Lip Sync with HDCP What is HDCP HDCP technology HDCP is an acronym for High bandwidth Digital Content Protection High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP is a system for prevent
53. 15 26 666 137 3470 228 5798 6 141 10 9 6 6 150 3810 127 3231 79 2019 33 833 171 4349 286 7259 177 108 6 5 180 4572 153 3877 95 2423 39 1000 206 5228 343 8720 8 212 10 8 6 5 200 5080 170 4308 106 2692 44 1111 229 5014 382 9694 9 236 10 8 6 5 210 5334 178 4523 111 2827 46 1166 240 6107 401 10181 10 247 10 8 E 6 5 240 6096 204 5169 127 3231 52 1333 275 6986 458 11642 11 283 10 8 6 5 270 6858 229 5816 143 3635 59 1499 310 7865 516 13103 13 318 10 8 6 5 300 7620 254 6462 159 4039 66 1666 344 8744 573 14564 14 353 10 8 6 5 M350XS M300XS M260XS Screen Size B C D Diagonal Width Height wide wide inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm degree 60 1524 48 1219 36 914 18 457 23 573 0 0 38 6 72 1829 58 1463 49 1097 22 549 28 700 0 0 38 1 80 2032 64 1626 48 1219 24 610 31 784 0 0 379 84 2134 67 1707 50 1280 25 640 33 827 0 0 377 90 2286 72 1829 54 1372 27 686 35 890 0 0 376 100 2540 80 2032 60 1524 30 762 39 996 0 0 374 110 2794 88 2235 66 1676 33 838 43 1101 0 0 373 M300WS M260WS Screen Size B C D Diagonal Width Height wide wide inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm degree 56 2 1427 48 1211 30 757 18 454 22 569 3 76 38 6 60 1524 51 1292 32 808 19 485 24 611 3 81 38 4 70 1778 59 1508 37 942 22 565 28 72
54. 16 10 WIDE ZOOM NATIVE ASPECT RATIO M300W M260W M300WS M260WS AUTO 4 3 16 9 15 9 16 10 LETTERBOX NATIVE POSITION 0 Not available on M300W M260W M300WS M260WS DIGITAL ZOOM 100 80 100 AUTO KEYSTONE ON OFF ON KEYSTONE 0 KEYSTONE SAVE OFF OFF ON OFF WHITEBOARD BLACKBOARD BLACKBOARD WALL COLOR OFF GRAY LIGHT YELLOW LIGHT GREEN LIGHT BLUE SkY BLUE LIGHT ROSE PINK ECO MODE AUTO ECO OFF AUTO ECO 1 ECO2 OFF CAPTION1 CAPTION2 CAPTIONS CAPTIONS GENERAL CLOSED CAPTION OFF TOI EXISTER OFF TIMER OFF OFF 0 30 1 00 2 00 4 00 8 00 12 00 16 00 ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRAN AIS ITALIANO ESPANOL SETUP SVENSKA DANSK PORTUGU S CESTINA MAGYAR POLSKI LANGUAGE ENGLISH NEDERLANDS SUOMI NORSK T RK E 2 EMnvi rb Xr 8 30 ROMANA HRVATSKA INDONESIA 99 luu COLOR SELECT COLOR COLOR MONOCHROME SOURCE DISPLAY ON OFF ON ID DISPLAY ON OFF ON MENU ECO MESSAGE OFF OFF ON DISPLAY TIME AUTO 45SEC MANUAL AUTO 5 SEC AUTO 15 SEC AUTO 45 SEC BACKGROUND BLUE BLUE BLACK LOGO FILTER MESSAGE OFF OFF 100 H 500 H 1000 H 2000 H 5 Using On Screen Menu CLEAR LAMP HOURS DESKTOP FRONT CEILING REAR DESKTOP REAR ORIENTATION DESKTOP FRONT ERON CONTROL PANEL LOCK OFF OF
55. 2 Press the button to select SETUP and press the ENTER button The GENERAL tab will be highlighted SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET DIGITAL ZOOM gt 100 AUTO KEYSTONE ON KEYSTONE f gt aD KEYSTONE SAVE OFF WALL COLOR OFF ECO MODE OFF CLOSED CAPTION OFF OFF TIMER OFF LANGUAGE 0 ENGLISH ENTER EXIT CJ COMPUTER1 3 Press the Y button The DIGITAL ZOOM will be highlighted SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET AUTO KEYSTONE ON KEYSTONE KEYSTONE SAVE OFF WALL COLOR OFF ECO MODE OFF CLOSED CAPTION OFF OFF TIMER OFF LANGUAGE ENGLISH ENTER EXIT CJ COMPUTERI 4 Use the 4 or button to adjust the image size 5 After completing adjustment press the EXIT button four times The menu will be closed 22 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Focus M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M420X M420XV Use the FOCUS ring to obtain the best focus M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Use the FOCUS lever to obtain the best focus FOCUS lever 23 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Q Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually If the screen is tilted vertically keystone distortion becomes large Automatic Keystone Correction AUTO KEYSTONE function is turned on at the time of shipment To correct keystone distortion manually proceed with the following steps to correct keystone distortion lt NOTE
56. 3 Remove the four filters and use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum all the dust inside Get rid of dust in the accordion filter NOTE e Whenever you vacuum the filter use the soft brush attachment to vacuum This is to avoid damage to the filter e Do not wash the filter with water Doing so can result in filter clog ging 115 7 Maintenance 4 Remove dust from the filter unit and the filter cover Clean both outside and inside 5 Attach the four filters to the filter unit and the filter cover Filter unit Attach two hard honeycomb filters large and small to the filter unit Filter cover Attach two soft accordion filters large and small to the filter cover The accordion filter has slits on it Align these slits with the protrusions of the filter cover 6 Attach the filter cover back to the filter unit Align the filter unit with the filter cover and push the six protru sions into place e Make sure all six mounting points are aligned properly 7 Put the filter unit back to the projector cabinet Insert two catches of the tip of the filter unit into the groove of the cabinet and push the button to close the filter unit e Push the filter unit until it clicks into place 8 Clear the filter usage hours Plug the power cord into the wall outlet and then turn on the projector From the menu select RESET CLEAR FILTER HOURS gt page 97 The interval time to clean the filters is set to OFF
57. 3 4 94 38 0 80 2032 68 1723 42 1077 25 646 33 835 4 108 377 90 2286 76 1939 48 1212 29 727 37 947 5 121 37 5 100 2540 85 2154 53 1346 32 808 42 1059 5 135 373 104 2642 88 2240 55 1400 33 840 43 1104 6 140 37 3 102 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 41 F 5 C and 104 F 40 C Eco mode se lected automatically at 95 F to 104 F 35 C to 40 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 103 6 Installation and Connections Reflecting the Image Using a mirror to reflect your projector s image enables you to enjoy a much larger image when a smaller space is required Contact your NEC dealer if you need a mirror system If you re using a mirror system and your image is inverted use the MENU and AV 4 buttons on your projector cabinet or your remote
58. 34 1 3 130 5 1 Holes for ceiling mount 137 8 Appendix M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Unit mm inch 288 11 3 309 12 2 398 15 7 134 5 3 Lens center j D 10 Lens center 24 0 9 21 0 8 1 6 39 8 130 5 1 Holes for ceiling mount 138 8 Appendix Pin Assignments of D Sub COMPUTER Input Connector Mini D Sub 15 Pin Connector Signal Level Video signal 0 7Vp p Analog Sync signal TTL level RGB Signal Analog YCbCr Signal Red Cr Green or Sync on Green Y Blue Cb Ground Ground Red Ground Cr Ground Green Ground Y Ground Blue Ground Cb Ground Pin No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 No Connection Sync Signal Ground No Connection Bi directional DATA SDA Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync Vertical Sync Data Clock COMPUTER 1 IN NOTE Pin Nos 12 and 15 are required for DDC CI 139 8 Appendix Q Compatible Input Signal List
59. 69 AY 4b Volume Buttons lt gt Keystone Buttons AY page 24 26 10 ENTER Button page 69 11 EXIT Button page 69 Do OL SD gt 1 Introduction 1 Introduction Terminal Panel Features 13 n 4 1 Fic aie cmo ON 0 0 cam cam EOIN L MONO AUD ow 10 11 9 7 8 14 1 COMPUTER 1 IN Component Input Connector Mini D Sub 15 Pin page 104 108 2 COMPUTER 1 AUDIO IN Mini Jack Stereo Mini page 104 107 108 not available on M420XV 3 COMPUTER 2 IN Component Input Connector Mini D Sub 15 Pin page 104 108 4 COMPUTER 2 AUDIO IN Mini Jack Stereo Mini page 104 107 108 not available on M420XV 5 HDMI IN Connector Type A page 104 109 6 USB PC Port Type B page 42 104 7 MONITOR OUT COMP 1 Connector Mini D Sub 15 Pin page 106 8 AUDIO OUT Mini Jack Stereo Mini page 106 not available on M420XV 9 S VIDEO IN Connector Mini DIN 4 Pin page 107 10 VIDEO IN Connector RCA page 107 11 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO IN L MONO RCA page 107 not available on 420 12 LAN Port RJ 45 page 110 13 USB Port Type A page 60 14 PC CONTROL PC CONTROL Port D Sub 9 Pin page 141 Use this port to connect a PC or control system This enables you to control the projector using serial commu nication protocol If you are writin
60. AN connection you are required to assign an IP address to the projector Important e If you use the projector with the USB Wireless LAN Unit in the area where the use of wireless LAN equipment is prohibited remove the USB Wireless LAN Unit from the projector e Buy the appropriate USB Wireless LAN Unit for your country or area NOTE e The green LED on the USB Wireless LAN Unit flashes to show that the USB Wireless LAN Unit is working e Your computer s wireless LAN adapter or unit must be complied with Wi Fi IEEE802 11b g n standard Flow of Setting Wireless LAN Step 1 Attach the USB Wireless LAN Unit to the projector Step 2 Connect the computer to the projector via wired LAN page 110 Use the computer s browser to display the projector s HTTP server page 44 Step 3 Use HTTP server to set the wireless LAN page 47 Access the HTTP server function to set NETWORK SETTINGS SETTINGS WIRELESS gt EASY CONNECTION PROFILE1 or PROFILE2 NOTE To use the HTTP server function the projector must be connected to a network First use the wired LAN to connect the projector to a network and then use the HTTP server to set the wireless LAN After setting the wireless LAN by using the HTTP server set NETWORK SETTINGS SETTINGS WIRED DISABLE When switching to set on the projector after connecting to the wireless LAN Use the menu to set the wireless LAN connection f
61. ANK YOU FOR SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT GES ENTER aaa exiT NOTE ECO2 is available on M300X M260X and M260XS only To close the message press any one of the buttons The message will disappear if no button operation is done for 30 seconds When OFF is selected for ECO MODE CARBON METER USING ECO MODE REDUCES CARBON FOOTPRINT AND LENGTHENS LAMP LIFE WOMEN Pressing the ENTER button will display the ECO MODE screen page 30 To close the message press the EXIT button Selecting Menu Display Time DISPLAY TIME 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 5 SEC AUTO 15 SEC and AUTO 45 SEC The AUTO 45 SEC is the fac tory preset Selecting a Color or Logo for Background BACKGROUND Use this feature to display a blue black screen or logo when no signal is available The default background is BLUE NOTE e Ifthe LOGO item is selected for BACKGROUND with the NETWORK or USB DISPLAY source selected the BLUE item will be selected regardless of its selection e When SOURCE DISPLAY is turned on the no signal guidance prompting you to check for an available input will be displayed at the center of the screen regardless of its selection e Your setting will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu Selecting Interval Time for Filter Message
62. AULT SOURCE SELECT screen will be displayed gt page 90 5 Select a source as the default source and press the ENTER but ton 6 Press the EXIT button a few times to close the menu 7 Restart the projector The source you selected in step 5 will be projected NOTE Even when AUTO is turned on the NETWORK will not be automatically selected To set your network as the default source select NETWORK TIP 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 simultaneously project the computer s image AUTO POWER ON COMP1 page 90 On Windows 7 a combination of the Windows and P keys allows you to set up external display easily and quickly 18 COMPUTER1 COMPUTER2 USB DISPLAY AV MUTE FREEZE 7 SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET 4 e WIRED LAN WIRELESS LAN gt 2 2 STANDBY MODE NORMAL AUTO POWER ON AC OFF AUTO POWER ON COMP1 OFF AUTO POWER OFF OFF LAST NIUZP SELECT D EXIT MOVE COMPUTER1 DEFAULT SOURCE SELECT O LAST AUTO COMPUTER1 COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO VIDEO VIEWER NETWORK USB DISPLAY LENTER 7 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Q Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Use the adjustable tilt foot the zoom function or the focus function to adjust the picture size and position In this chapter drawings and cables ar
63. C TYPE SYNC POLARITY SCAN TYPE IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK WIREDLAN MAC ADDRESS INEO IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS WIRELESS LAN SSID NETWORK TYPE WEP WPA CHANNEL SIGNAL LEVEL FIRMWARE VERSION ERM PROJECTOR NAME MODEL NO SERIAL NUMBER BERE LAN UNIT TYPE CONTROL ID when CONTROL ID is set CURRENT SIGNAL Reser ALLDATA CLEAR FILTER HOURS The item with an asterisk is not available on M420XV 72 5 Using On Screen Menu Menu Descriptions amp Functions SOURCE ADJUST SETUP INFO RESET COMPUTER COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO S VIDEO A VIEWER A NETWORK USB DISPLAY HD SELECT ID EXIT 8 MOVE e MOVE CJ COMPUTER COMPUTER 1 and 2 Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 input connector signal NOTE When the component input signal is connected to the COMPUTER 1 IN or COMPUTER 2 IN connector select COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 respectively HDMI Selects the HDMI compatible equipment connected to your HDMI IN connector VIDEO Selects what is connected to your VIDEO input VCR DVD player or document camera S VIDEO Selects what is connected to your S VIDEO input VCR or DVD player 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 VIEWER This feature enables you to make presentations using a USB memory that cont
64. EC Projector Users Manual amp User Supportware isis NEC Projector NEC User s Manual amp User Supportware mo mmn 53 3 Convenient Features TIP If the menu window will not be displayed try the following procedure For Windows 7 1 Click start on Windows 2 Click All Programs gt Accessories gt Run 3 Type your CD ROM drive name example Q and LAUNCHER EXE Name example Q LAUNCHER EXE 4 Click The menu window will be displayed 2 Click Image Express Utility Lite on the menu window The installation will start END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT screen will be displayed Read END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT carefully 3 If you agree click 1 agree and then click Next e Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation e When the installation is complete you will return to the menu window When the installation is complete a completion message will be displayed 4 Click OK This completes the installation TIP e Uninstalling Image Express Utility Lite To uninstall Image Express Utility Lite do the same procedures stated as in Uninstalling Virtual Remote Tool Read Virtual Remote Tool as Image Express Utility Lite page 38 Step 2 Connect the projector to a LAN Connect the projector to the LAN by following the instructions in Connecting to a Wired LAN page 110 Con nec
65. ENTER button NOTE Elapsed time of the lamp use will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu NOTE The projector will turn off and go into standby mode when you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life In this condition you cannot clear the lamp hour meter on the menu If this happens press the HELP button on the remote control for 10 seconds to reset the lamp clock back to zero Do this only after replacing the lamp Clearing the Filter Usage Hours CLEAR FILTER HOURS Resets the filter usage back to zero Selecting this option displays submenu for a confirmation Select YES and press the ENTER button The OFF item is selected for FILTER MESSAGE at the time of shipment When OFF is selected you do not need to clear the filter usage hour NOTE Elapsed time of the filter use will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu 97 6 Installation and Connections This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources 1 Set up a screen and the projector 2 Connect your computer or video equipment to the projector page 104 106 107 108 109 110 111 3 Connect the supplied power cord page 15 NOTE Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are disconnected before moving the projector When moving the projector or when it i
66. F ON SECURITY OFF OFF ON INSTALLATION COMMUNICATION SPEED 38400bps 4800bps 9600bps 19200bps 38400bps CONTROL ID CONTROLID NUMBER CONTROL ID OFF OFF ON TEST PATTERN AUTO ADJUST NORMAL OFF NORMAL FINE FAN MODE AUTO AUTO HIGH HIGH ALTITUDE COMPUTERT RGB COMPONENT RGB COMPONENT RGB COMPONENT COMPUTER2 RGB COMPONENT RGB COMPONENT RGB COMPONENT ANT SEE DES AO AUTO NTSC3 58 NTSC4 43 PAL PALM 160 En AO AUTO NTSC3 58 NTSC4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PALGO SECAM M420X M350X M300X OPTIONS 1 M260X M230X M420XV SETUP 350 5 300 5 WXGA MODE ME ORE M300W M260W M300WS M260WS ON DEINTERLACE ON OFF ON VIDEO LEVEL AUTO AUTO NORMAL ENHANCED HDMI SETTINGS AUDIO SELECT HDMI HDMI COMPUTER2 BEEP ON OFF ON STANDBY MODE NORMAL NORMAL POWER SAVING AUTO POWER OFF OFF ON AUTO POWER ON COMP1 OFF OFF ON OPTIONS Aro POWER OFF OFF OFF 0 05 0 10 0 20 0 30 LAST AUTO COMPUTER COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO DEFAULT SOURCE SELECT LAST S VIDEO VIEWER NETWORK USB DISPLAY WIRED LAN ENABLE DISABLE ENABLE DHCP ON DHCP IPADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY WIREDIEAN SETTINGS AUTO DNS ON AUTO DNS DNS RECONNECT PROFILE EASY CONNECTION DISABLE EASY CONNECTION PROFILE PROFILE2 WIRELESS LAN LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED USAGETIME Ei TER HOURS USED TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS SOURCE NAME SOURCE INDEX HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY VERTICAL FREQUENCY SOURCE SIGNAL TYPE VIDEO TYPE SYN
67. GS WIRED or WIRELESS SETTING Set for wired LAN or for wireless LAN APPLY Apply your settings to wired LAN or wireless LAN DHCP ON Automatically assign IP address subnet mask and gateway to the projector from your DHCP server DHCP OFF Set IP address subnet mask and gateway to the projector assigned by your network administrator IP ADDRESS Set your IP address of the network connected to the projector SUBNET MASK Set your subnet mask number of the network connected to the projector GATEWAY Set the default gateway of the network connected to the projector AUTO DNS ON DHCP server will automatically assign IP address of DNS server connected to the projector AUTO DNS OFF Set your IP address of DNS server connected to the projector Setting for WIRED LAN ENABLE Turn on wired LAN connection DISABLE Turn off wired LAN connection Setting for WIRELESS LAN with the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit equipped EASY CONNECTION Execute a wireless LAN using EASY CONNECTION CHANNEL Select a channel Available channels vary depending on the country and region When you select INFRASTRUCTURE make sure that the projector and your access point are on the same channel when you select AD HOC make sure that the projector and your computer are on the same channel PROFILE 1 PROFILE 2 Two settings can be set for wireless LAN connection Select PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2 SSID Enter an identifier SSID for wireless LAN C
68. H 00H 00H 02H 01H OBH 13H INPUT SELECT VIEWER 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 1FH 27H INPUT SELECT NETWORK 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 20H 28H INPUT SELECT USB DISPLAY 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 22H 2AH 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 8 Appendix NOTE The SOUND MUTE OFF and SOUND MUTE ON functions are not available on M420XV NOTE Contact your local dealer for a full list of the PC Control Codes if needed Cable Connection Communication Protocol Baud rate Stop bit K OMOTI ree Communications procedure e No parity One bit NOTE Depending on the equipment a lower baud rate may be recommended for long cable runs Cow o gt To TxD of PC m RxD of PC To GND of PC L gt To RTS of PC gt To CTS of PC PC Control Connector D SUB 9P NOTE 1 Pins 1 4 6 and 9 are no used NOTE 2 Jumper Request to Send and Clear to Send together on both ends of the cable to simplify cable connection NOTE 3 For long cable runs it is recommended to set communication speed within projector menus to 9600 bps 141 Q Troubleshooting Check List Before contacting your dealer or service personnel check the following list to be sure repairs are needed
69. HDMI HDMI USB PC USB DISPLAY USB DISPLAY NOTE The projector is not compatible with video decoded outputs of the NEC ISS 6020 switcher NOTE An image may not be displayed correctly when a Video or S Video source is played back via a commercially available scan converter This is because the projector will process a video signal as a computer signal at the default setting In that case do the following When an image is displayed with the lower and upper black portion of the screen or a dark image is not displayed correctly Project an image to fill the screen and then press the AUTO ADJ button on the remote control or the projector cabinet NOTE When Viewing a DVI Digital Signal Use a DVI to HDMI cable compliant with DDWG Digital Display Working Group DVI Digital Visual Interface revision 1 0 stan dard The cable should be within 19775 m long Turn off the projector and the PC before connecting the DVI to HDMI cable To project a DVI digital signal Connect the cables turn the projector on then select the HDMI input Finally turn on your PC Failure to do so may not activate the digital output of the graphics card resulting in no picture being displayed Should this happen restart your PC Some graphics cards have both analog RGB 15 pin D Sub and DVI or DFP outputs Use of the 15 pin D Sub connector may result in no picture being displayed from the digital output of the graphics card Do not disconne
70. IDEO S VIDEO NOTE e The AUDIO IN L and jacks RCA are shared between the Video and S Video inputs e The M420XV does not come with the AUDIO IN connectors RCA NOTE Refer to your VCR owner s manual for more information about your equipment s video output requirements NOTE An image may not be displayed correctly when a Video or S Video source is played back in fast forward or fast rewind via Scan converter 107 6 Installation and Connections Connecting Component Input COMPUTER 1 IN M420XV COMPUTER 1 IN ux 15 pin to female x 3 JE a a cable adapter ADP CV1E Audio Equipment Component video RCA x 3 cable not supplied Stereo mini plug to RCA audio cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied PVD player 4 4 4 f L R Y Cb Cr Fr Q9 AUDIO JUT Component A component signal will be automatically displayed If not from the menu select SETUP OPTIONS 1 gt SIGNAL SELECT COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER2 and then place a check mark in the Component radio button Select the source name for its appropriate input conne
71. INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL 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 This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may be sufficient to cause electrical The information should be read carefully to avoid problems WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE DO NOT USE THIS UNIT S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD OR IN AN OUTLET UNLESS ALL THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED DOC Compliance Notice for Canada only This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regula tions Machine Noise Information Regulation 3 GPSGV The highest sound pressure level is less than 70 dB A in accordance with EN ISO 7779 CAUTION Avoid displaying stationary images for a prolonged period of time A 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 Disposing of your used product EU wide legislation as implemented in each Member State requires that used electrical and electronic products carrying the mark left must disposed of separately from norm
72. Lite contained on the supplied NEC Projector CD ROM The factory setting IP address is DHCP ON NOTE e To use the projector in a network consult with your network administrator about network settings The display s or buttons response can be slowed down or operation may not be accepted depending the settings of your net Work Should this happen consult your network administrator The projector may not respond if its buttons are repeatedly pressed in rapid intervals Should this happen wait a moment and repeat If you still can t get any response turn off and back on the projec tor e If the PROJECTOR NETWORK SETTINGS screen does not appear in the web browser press the Ctrl F5 keys to refresh your web browser or clear the cache Preparation before Use Connect the projector to a commercially available LAN cable before engaging in browser operations page 110 Operation with a browser that uses a proxy server may not be possible depending on the type of proxy server and the setting method Although the type of proxy server will be a factor it is possible that items that have actually been set will not be displayed depending on the effectiveness of the cache and the contents set from the browser may not be reflected in operation It is recommended that a proxy server not be used unless it is unavoidable 44 3 Convenient Features Handling of the Address for Operation via a Browser Regarding the actual addre
73. MIC Creates a high contrast picture NATURAL Natural reproduction of the picture BLACK DETAIL Emphasizes detail in dark areas of the picture NOTE This function is not available when DICOM SIM is selected for DETAIL SETTINGS Selecting Screen Size for DICOM SIM SCREEN SIZE This function will perform gamma correction appropriate for the screen size LARGE For screen size of 150 MEDIUM For screen size of 100 SMALL For screen size of 50 NOTE This function is available only when DICOM SIM is selected for DETAIL SETTINGS Adjusting Color Temperature COLOR TEMPERATURE This option allows you to select the color temperature of your choice NOTE When PRESENTATION or HIGH BRIGHT is selected in REFERENCE this function is not available Adjusting Brightness and Contrast DYNAMIC CONTRAST This function allows you to adjust the contrast ratio optically using the built in iris To increase the contrast ratio select ON Selecting Still Image Mode or Movie Mode IMAGE MODE This function allows you to select the still image mode or the movie mode STIEE aimes This mode is for a still image MOVIE This mode is for a movie NOTE This function is available only when HIGH BRIGHT is selected for REFERENCE Adjusting White Balance WHITE BALANCE This allows you to adjust the white balance
74. OFF CLOSED CAP TION OFF ECO MODE OFF OFF TIMER OFF CLOSED CAPTION OFF LANGUAGE 9 ENGLISH OFF TIMER OFF LANGUAGE Gg ENGLISH AEXZX SELECT Gu EXIT MOVE 4 ID SELECT GUX EXIT MOVE 4 CO COMPUTERI Using Digital Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS This feature allows you to electronically fine adjust the image size on the screen Use the lt or gt button to large or reduce the projected image TIP To adjust the projected image size roughly move the projector away or closer to the screen To fine adjust the zoom use the DIGITAL ZOOM function page 21 Enabling Auto Keystone AUTO KEYSTONE This feature allows the projector to detect its tilt and correct vertical distortion automatically To turn on the AUTO KEYSTONE feature select ON To adjust the KEYSTONE feature manually select OFF NOTE The AUTO KEYSTONE function is not available when an orientation type such as CEILING REAR DESKTOP REAR CEILING FRONT other than DESKTOP FRONT is selected for ORIENTATION TIP The range of the AUTO KEYSTONE correction varies depending on the model name M420X M420XV M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W to 30 degrees vertical M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS up to 20 degrees vertical The AUTO KEYSTONE correction will take effect in 2 seconds after changing the projection angle during projection Correcting Vertical Keystone Distortion Manua
75. OFF and OFF TIMER features eliminate the need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or projector cabinet e Preventing unauthorized use of the projector Enhanced smart security settings for keyword protection cabinet control panel lock security slot and security chain opening to help prevent unauthorized access adjustments and theft deterrence e High resolution up to UXGA High resolution display up to UXGA compatible XGA M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS WXGA M300W M260W M300WS M260WS native resolution About this user s manual 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 Comparative Table of Main Features The main features vary depending on the model as follows 1 Introduction Standard Models Short Throw Standard Models Short Throw Models Models with Wide with Wide Panel Panel M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M300W M260W M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Native Aspect Standard Wide Standard Wide Native Resolu tion dots x XGA 1024 x 768 WXGA ABO XGA 1024 x 768 WXGA 1280 x 800 800 lin
76. OWER ON or POWER OFF button 88 5 Using On Screen Menu OPTIONS 2 SOURCE ADJUST WIRED LAN WIRELESS LAN STANDBY MODE NORMAL AUTO POWER ON AC OFF AUTO POWER ON COMP1 OFF AUTO POWER OFF OFF DEFAULT SOURCE SELECT LAST LX SELECT D EXIN MOVE MOVE COMPUTER1 Selecting Power saving in SSTANDBY MODE The projector has two standby modes NORMAL and POWER SAVING The POWER SAVING mode is the mode that allows you to put the projector in the power saving condition which consumes less power than the NORMAL mode The projector is preset for NORMAL mode at the factory NORMAL Power indicator Orange light STATUS indicator Green light POWER SAVING Power indicator Red light STATUS indicator Off The following connectors buttons or functions will not work during this mode MONITOR OUT COMP 1 connector and AUDIO OUT connector The M420XV does not come with the AUDIO OUT connector LAN and Mail Alert functions Buttons other than POWER button on the cabinet Buttons other than POWER ON button on the remote control Virtual Remote Tool USB Display fucntion NOTE e When CONTROL PANEL LOCK CONTROL ID or AUTO POWER ON COMP1 is turned on the STANDBY MODE setting is not available Even when POWER SAVING is selected for STANDBY MODE power on or off can be done by using the PC CONTROL port e The power consumption in the standby mode w
77. R If so select an appropriate option page 82 Adjust HUE in PICTURE page 76 Image isn t square to the screen Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen 19 Use the Keystone correction function to correct the trapezoid distortion page 24 Picture is blurred Adjust the focus page 23 Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen 19 Ensure that the distance between the projector and screen is within the adjustment range of the lens page 101 102 Condensation may form on the lens if the projector is cold brought into a warm place and is then turned on Should this happen let the projector stand until there is no condensation on the lens Flicker appears on screen Set FAN MODE to other than HIGH ALTITUDE mode when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or lower Using the projector at altitudes less than approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters and setting to HIGH ALTITUDE can cause the lamp to overcool causing the image to flicker Switch FAN MODE to AUTO page 87 Image is scrolling vertically horizontally or both Check the computer s resolution and frequency Make sure that the resolution you are trying to display is supported by the projector page 140 Adjust the computer image manually with the Horizontal Vertical in the IMAGE OPTIONS page 78 Remote control do
78. RMAL and FINE OFF The computer signal will not be automatically adjusted You can manually optimize the computer signal NORMAL Default setting The computer signal will be automatically adjusted Normally select this option FINE sais Select this option if fine adjustment is needed It takes more time to switch to the source than when NOR MAL is selected Selecting Fan Mode FAN MODE This option allows you to select three modes for fan speed Auto mode High speed mode and High Altitude mode The built in fans automatically run at a variable speed according to the internal temperature The built in fans run at high speed HIGH ALTITUDE The built in fans run at a high speed Select this option when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher When you wish to cool down the temperature inside the projector quickly select HIGH NOTE e It is recommended that you select High speed mode if you use the projector non stop for consecutive days Set FAN MODE to HIGH ALTITUDE when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher Using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher without setting to HIGH ALTITUDE can cause the projector to overheat and the protector could shut down If this happens wait a couple minutes and turn on the projector Using the projector at altitudes less
79. Setting Closed Caption CLOSED CAPTION This option sets several closed caption modes that allow text to be superimposed on the projected image of Video or S Video EF This exits the closed caption mode CAPTION 1 4 Text is superimposed TEXT 1 4 Text is displayed NOTE The closed caption is not available under the following conditions when messages or menus are displayed when an image is magnified frozen or muted e Portions of superimposed text or closed caption be truncated If that happens try to place the superimposed text or closed caption within the screen Using Off Timer OFF TIMER 1 Select your desired time between 30 minutes and 16 hours OFF 0 30 1 00 2 00 4 00 8 00 12 00 16 00 2 Press the ENTER button on the remote control 3 The remaining time starts counting down 4 The projector will turn off after the countdown is complete NOTE To cancel the preset time set OFF for the preset time or turn off the power e When the remaining time reaches 3 minutes before the projector is turned off the THE PROJECTOR WILL TURN OFF WITHIN 3 MINUTES message will be displayed on the bottom of the screen Selecting Menu Language LANGUAGE You can choose one of 27 languages for on screen instructions NOTE Your setting will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu MENU SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET
80. T button SE ge The updated CONTROL ID screen will be displayed OO 0 NOTE NEC e The IDs be cleared in a few days after the batteries are run down or removed 7 e Accidentally pressing any one of the buttons of the remote control will clear currently specified ID with batteries removed 86 5 Using On Screen Menu Using Test Pattern TEST PATTERN Displays the test pattern to check for image distortion at the time of the projector setup Press the ENTER button to display the test pattern press the EXIT button to close the test pattern and return to the menu Menu operation and keystone correction are not possible when the test pattern is displayed OPTIONS 1 M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M420XV M420X M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS SOURCE ADJUST SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET GENERAL MENU INSTALLATION GENERAL e MENU INSTALLATION e AUTO ADJUST NORMAL AUTO ADJUST NORMAL FAN MODE AUTO FAN MODE AUTO SIGNAL SELECT SIGNAL SELECT WXGA MODE OFF WXGA MODE OFF DEINTERLACE ON DEINTERLACE ON HDMI SETTINGS HDMI SETTINGS BEEP ON MOVE MOVE UL SELECT UP EXIT MOVE 4 Setting Auto Adjust AUTO ADJUST This feature sets the Auto Adjust mode so that the computer signal can be automatically or manually adjusted for noise and stability You can automatically make adjustment in two ways NO
81. TIONS 1 BEEP OFF 26 Q Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector 1 First press the POWER button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the remote con trol The POWER OFF ARE YOU SURE CARBON SAV INGS SESSION 0 000 g CO2 message will appear POWER OFF ARE YOU SURE CARBON SAVINGS SESSION 0 000 g CO2 2 Secondly press the ENTER button or press the POWER or the POWER OFF button again The lamp will turn off and the projector will go into standby mode When in standby mode the POWER indicator will light orange and the STATUS indicator will light green when NORMAL is selected for STANDBY MODE 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Power On Standby Steady blue light Steady orange light CAUTION Parts of the projector may become temporarily heated if the projector is turned off with the POWER button or if the AC power supply is disconnected during normal projector operation Use caution when picking up the projector NOTE While the power indicator is blinking blue in short cycles the power cannot be turned off e You cannot turn off the power for 60 seconds immediately after turning it on and displaying an image Do not disconnect the AC power supply to the projector within 10 seconds of making adjustment or setting changes and closing the menu Doing so can cause loss of adjustments and se
82. VE 4 Adjusting Clock and Phase CLOCK PHASE This allows you to manually adjust CLOCK and PHASE GLOCK 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 the image This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the first time CEI FETE ET ESTEE 800 0 2808118012018 V UN 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 PHASE only after the CLOCK is complete NOTE The CLOCK and PHASE items are available for RGB signals only 77 Adjusting Horizontal Vertical Position HORIZONTAL VERTICAL Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically
83. ains slides page 58 4 Using the Viewer NETWORK Selects a signal from the LAN port RJ 45 or the installed USB wireless LAN unit optional USB DISPLAY Selects the computer connected to the USB PC port type B by using a commercially available USB cable page 42 73 5 Using On Screen Menu Q Menu Descriptions amp Functions ADJUST PICTURE SOURCE SETUP INFO RESET PRESET 2 PRESENTATION GT DETAIL SETTINGS CONTRAST mn E BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS E RESET AXEUuLE SELECT u EXIT MOVE 4 PRESET This function allows you to select optimized settings for your projected image You can adjust neutral tint for yellow cyan or magenta There are seven factory presets optimized for various types of images You can also use DETAIL SETTINGS to set user adjustable settings to customize each gamma or color Your settings can be stored in PRESET 1 to PRESET 7 HIGH BRIGHT Recommended for use in a brightly lit room PRESENTATION Recommended for making a presentation using a PowerPoint file VIDEO Recommended for typical TV program viewing MOVIE Recommended for movies GRAPHIC Recommended for graphics Standard color values DICOM SIM Recommended for DICOM simulation format NOTE e The DICOM SIM option is for training reference only and should not be used for actual diagnosis DICOM
84. al household waste This cludes projectors and their electrical accessories or lamps When you dispose of such products please follow the guidance of your local authority and or ask the shop where you purchased the product After collecting the used products they are reused and recycled in a proper way This effort will help us reduce the wastes as well as the negative impact such as mercury contained in a lamp to the human health and the environment at the minimum level The mark on the electrical and electronic products only applies to the current European Union Member States Important Information WARNING TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS Handling the cables supplied with this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING RF Interference for USA only WARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by NEC Display Solutions of America Inc in this manual Failure to comply with this government regu lation 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
85. ally assign IP address of DNS server connected to the projector OFF Set your IP address of DNS server connected to the projector 91 5 Using On Screen Menu Setting up the Projector for a Wireless LAN Connection with the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit equipped WIRELESS LAN SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET OPTIONS 2 T ESIENE 272 PROFILE PROFILE RECONNECT 5 MOVE 4 C COMPUTER1 Important Consult with your network administrator about these settings When using a wireless LAN connection attach the optional USB Wireless LAN to the projector page 111 PROFILE DISABLE Wireless LAN connection will be turned off EASY CONNECTION Select EASY CONNECTION to execute a wireless LAN easily using Image Express Utility Lite on the supplied NEC Projector CD ROM PROFILE 1 Up to two settings for the USB wireless LAN unit can be stored in memory of the projector page 47 Ihre To recall the settings from memory select PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2 from PROFILE RECONNECT Retry to connect the projector to a network Try this if you have changed PROFILE NOTE After selecting EASY CONNECTION from PROFILE you cannot make settings to DHCP IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY and AUTO DNS except CHANNEL 92 5 Using On Screen Menu Hints on How to Set Up LAN Connection To set up
86. also by referring to the Troubleshooting section in your user s manual This checklist below will help us solve your problem more efficiently Print this page and the next page for your check Frequency of occurrence Power o Hd always L No power POWER indicator does not light blue See also Status Indicator STATUS Power cord s plug is fully inserted into the wall outlet Main power switch is pressed to the ON position Lamp cover is installed correctly Lamp Hours Used lamp operation hours was cleared after lamp replacement No power even though you press and hold the POWER button for 1 second Video and Audio Ll Other L L dd dd C 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 Acombination of function keys will enable disable the exter nal display Usually the combination of the Fn key along with one of the 12 function keys turns the external display on or off No image blue or black background no display Still no image even though you press the AUTO ADJUST button Still no image even though you carry out RESET in the projectors me
87. b browser page 44 and select NETWORK SETTINGS SETTINGS WIRELESS LAN CONNECTION SITE SURVEY and select the ID If you do not use SITE SURVEY type the SSID in CONNECTION and select INFRASTRUCTURE or AD HOC page 47 To receive lamp replacement time or error messages via e mail Access the HTTP server function to display the web browser page 44 and select NETWORK SETTINGS gt ALERT MAIL and set SENDER S ADDRESS SMTP SERVER NAME and RECIPIENT S ADDRESS Last click SAVE page 49 To execute EASY CONNECTION using Image Express Utility Lite The EASY CONNECTION is a mode that can abbreviate the troublesome LAN settings when using the Image Express Utility Lite and connecting the PC and projector via a wireless LAN The Image Express Utility Lite is contained on the supplied NEC Projector CD ROM To use EASY CONNECTION access the HTTP server function to display the web browser page 44 and select NETWORK SETTINGS gt SETTINGS WIRELESS LAN gt EASY CONNECTION Next select SETTINGS CHANNEL Last click SAVE From the projector menu select SETUP WIRELESS LAN PROFILE gt EASY CONNECTION NOTE The EASY CONNECTION function is available on Windows 7 Windows Vista or Windows XP SP3 93 5 Using On Screen Menu Q Menu Descriptions amp Functions INFO Displays the status of the current signal and lamp usage
88. button to correct the keystone distortion Adjust so that the right and left sides are parallel 3 Press the EXIT button The Keystone bar will be closed 25 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Q Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing a computer image automatically COMPUTER1 COMPUTER2 Press the AUTO ADJ button to optimize a computer image automatically This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the first time Poor picture NOTE Some signals may take time to display or may not be displayed correctly e Ifthe Auto Adjust operation cannot optimize the computer signal try to adjust HORIZONTAL VERTICAL CLOCK and PHASE manually page 77 78 Q Turning Up or Down Volume not available on M420XV Sound level from the speaker can be adjusted VOLUME Increase volume rb Decrease volume EXT D EXIT ADJUST When no menus appear the lt buttons on the projector cabinet work as a volume control NOTE Volume control is not available with the 4 or button when an image is enlarged by using the D ZOOM button or when the menu is displayed Volume control is not available with the 4 or button when VIEWER is used TIP The BEEP sound volume cannot be adjusted To turn off the BEEP sound from the menu select SETUP OP
89. cable is connected 5 Exit Exit Image Express Utility Lite You can also turn off the projector at the same time 6 El Help Displays the help of Image Express Utility Lite 43 3 Convenient Features Q Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser Overview The HTTP Server function provides settings and operations for 1 Setting for wired wireless network NETWORK SETTINGS To use wireless LAN connection the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit is required page 111 To use wired wireless LAN connection connect the projector to the computer with a commercially available LAN cable page 110 2 Setting Alert Mail ALERT MAIL When the projector is connected to a wired wireless network lamp replace time or error messages will be sent via e mail 3 Operating the projector Power on off selecting input volume control and picture adjustments are possible 4 Setting PJLink PASSWORD and AMX BEACON This device uses JavaScript and Cookies and the browser should be set to accept these functions The setting method will vary depending on the version of browser Please refer to the help files and the other information provided in your software Two ways of access to the HTTP server function are available e Start the Web browser on the computer via the network connected to the projector and enter the following URL http sthe projector s IP address index html Use Image Express Utility
90. control to correct the orientation page 85 6 Installation and Connections Making Connections 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 the projector before being powered up f the screen goes blank while using your remote control it may be the result of the computer s screen saver or power manage ment software Enabling the computer s external display Displaying an image on the notebook PC s screen does not necessarily mean it outputs a signal to the projector When using a PC compatible laptop a combination of function keys will enable disable the external display Usually the combination of the Fn key along with one of the 12 function keys gets the external display to come on or off For example NEC laptops use Fn F3 while Dell laptops use Fn F8 key combinations to toggle through external display selections Connecting Your Computer NOTE Signals supported by Plug amp Play DDC2 INPUT COMPUTER 1 IN COMPUTER 2 IN HDMI analog analog digital Yes Yes Yes NOTE For Macintosh use a commercially available pin adapter not M420XV supplied to connect to your Mac s video port NOTE The M420XV does not come with the AUDIO IN connector stereo mini jac
91. cribe your problem in detail 8 Appendix 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 C AUTO ECO1 LJ ECO2 Information on input signal Horizontal synch frequency kHz Vertical synch frequency Hz Synch polarity HD O VO O Synch type Separate C Composite Sync on Green STATUS Indicator Steady light Flashing light Remote control model number Orange CI Green cycles Projector DVD player Installation environment Screen size inch Screen type White matte Beads Polarization Wide angle High contrast Throw distance feet inch m Orientation Ceiling mount Desktop Power outlet connection Connected directly to wall outlet Connected to power cord extender or other the number of connected equipment Connected to a power cord reel or other the number of connected equipment Computer Manufacturer Model number Notebook PC Desktop Native resolution Refresh rate Video adapter Other Signal cable NEC standard or other manufacturer s cable Model numbe
92. ct the DVI to HDMI cable while the projector is running If the signal cable has been disconnected and then reconnected an image may not be correctly displayed Should this happen restart your PC NOTE When VIEWER NETWORK or USB DISPLAY is selected for SOURCE sound from the COMPUTER 2 AUDIO IN mini jack will be output through the speaker NOTE HDMI input signal Disconnecting and connecting the HDMI cable may result in no picture being displayed from the HDMI equipment while the projec tor is running Should this happen select the HDMI input again Two ways to select the HDMI input e Press the HDMI button on the remote control Press the MENU button on the projector cabinet then select HDMI from SOURCE 105 6 Installation and Connections Connecting an External Monitor M420XV AUDIO OUT MONITOR OUT COMP 1 coor Stereo mini plug audio cable not supplied Com puter cable Computer cable VGA VGA Ws 2 not supplied supplied ET EJ Js m 7
93. ctor after turning on the projector Input connector SOURCE WENO ne projectar Button on the remote control cabinet COMPUTER 1 IN COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER 2 IN COMPUTER 2 COMPUTER 2 NOTE Refer to your DVD player s owner s manual for more information about your DVD player s video output requirements NOTE The M420XV does not come with the AUDIO IN connector 108 Connecting HDMI Input You can connect the HDMI output of your DVD player hard disk player Blu ray player or notebook type PC to the HDMI IN connector of your projector 6 Installation and Connections NOTE The HDMI IN connector supports Plug amp Play DDC2B M420XV HDMI IN TS S VIDEO VIDEO HOM pur VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT HDMI Output 11 HDMI cable not supplied Use High Speed HDMI Cable AUDIO IN ee Audio cable not supplied Input connector SOURCE button on the projector cabinet Button on the remote control HDMI IN HDMI HDMI TIP For users of audio video equipment with an HDMI connector Select Enhanced rather than Normal if HDMI output is switchable between Enhanced and Normal
94. ctor can cause damage to the projector Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever Adjustable Tilt Foot For short throw models M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Short throw models have a round lens protruding from the front cabinet While adjusting the tilt foot pay attention not to touch the lens Adjusting the left and right tilt of an image Rear foot e Rotate the rear foot The rear foot can be extended up to 0 5 inch 12 mm Rotating the rear foot allows the projector to be placed horizontally NOTE e Do not extend the rear foot beyond its height limit 0 5 inch 12 mm Doing so may cause the rear foot to come out of the projector 20 Rear foot 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Zoom M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M420X M420XV Use the ZOOM lever to adjust the image size on the screen M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS The image size can be adjusted electronically from the menu To do so follow the steps below Adjusting with the ZOOM button on the remote control 1 Press the ZOOM button The DIGITAL ZOOM bar will be displayed DIGITAL ZOOM of 100 7 CSET ADJUST 2 Press the 4 button to adjust the image size 3 Press the EXIT button The DIGITAL ZOOM bar will be closed 21 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Adjusting from the menu 1 Press the MENU button The menu will be displayed
95. d it means that the SECURITY feature is turned on page 32 After you turn on your projector ensure that the computer Standby Blinking Power On or video source is turned on and that the lens cover is open NOTE When no input signal is present the no signal guidance is PT displayed factory menu setting Steady orange light Steady blue light page 127 16 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Note on Startup screen Menu Language Select screen When you first turn on the projector you will get the Startup menu This menu gives you the opportunity to select one of the 27 menu languages To select a menu language follow these steps 1 Use the A V 4 or button to select one of the 27 languages from the menu PLEASE SELECT MENU LANGUAGE wv O o DANSK SUOMI DEUTSCH PORTUGU S NORSK FRANCAIS GESTINA T RKCE 5 MAGYAR ROMANA ca k ESPANOL POLSKI HRVATSKI 0 0 SVENSKA NEDERLANDS INDONESIA 6 O O amp EAAHNIKA feat lue HAS mx Sao COET 4GUR EXIT amp SELECT e SELECT AV MUTE FREEZE MENU EXIT 2 Press the ENTER button to execute the selection After this has been done you can proceed to the menu operation If you want you can select the menu language later LANGUAGE on page 71 83 Q 66 6 NOTE e When turning off the power supply and then back on by usin
96. e example Q and LAUNCHER EXE in Name example Q LAUNCHER EXE 4 Click the menu window will be displayed Click PC Control Utility Pro 4 on the menu window The installation will start Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for PC Control Utility Pro 4 The InstallShield R Wizard wil install PC Control Utility Pro on your computer To continue dick Next WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties When the installation is complete the Welcome window will be displayed Click Next END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT screen will be displayed 3 PC Control Utilit InstallShield Wizard S License Agreement Please read the following license agreement carefully 5 IEND USER LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS IT PROVIDES THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE IBY CLICKING ON THE I accept the terms in the license agreement BUTTON YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT CLICK THE I do not accept the terms in the license agreement BUTTON AND THE INSTALLATION PROCESS WILL NOT orne E I do not accept the terms in the license agreement Installshield Bk next gt Cancel Read END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT carefully If you agree click 1 accept the terms in the lic
97. e when AD HOC is selected from NETWORK TYPE INDEX Select encryption key when selecting WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit in SECURITY TYPE KEY When selecting WEP 64 bit or WEP 128 bit in SECURITY TYPE Enter WEP key Select Characters ASCII WEP 64 bit WEP 128 bit Hexadecimal digit HEX Up to 10 characters Up to 5 characters Up to 13 characters Up to 26 characters When selecting WPA PSK TKIP WPA PSK AES WPA2 PSK TKIP or WPA2 PSK AES Enter encryption key Key length must be 8 or greater and 63 or less NAME PROJECTOR NAME Enter a name for your projector so that your computer can identify the projector A projector name must be 16 characters or less TIP Projector name will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu HOST NAME Enter the hostname of the network connected to the projector A host name must be 15 or less DOMAIN NAME Enter the domain name of the network connected to the projector A domain name must be 60 characters or less 48 ALERT MAIL 3 Convenient Features ALERT MAIL English only This option will notify your computer of lamp replace time or error messages via e mail when using wireless or wired LAN Placing a checkmark will turn on the Alert Mail feature Clearing a checkmark will turn off the Alert Mail feature Sample of a message to be sent from the projector The lamp and filter
98. e ENTER button CCD The SECURITY KEYWORD screen will be displayed 6 Type in a combination of the four AW lt gt buttons and press the ENTER button NOTE A keyword must be 4 to 10 digits in length SECURITY KEYWORD D EXIT INPUT INPUT The CONFIRM KEYWORD screen will be displayed 32 3 Convenient Features 7 Type in the same combination of 4 buttons and press the ENTER button CONFIRM KEY WORD _ EXT INPUT INPUT The confirmation screen will be displayed 8 Select YES and press the ENTER button SECURITY FUNCTION WILL BE ENABLED A ARE YOU SURE The SECURITY function has been enabled To turn on the projector when SECURITY is enabled 1 Press the POWER button The projector will be turned on and display a message to the effect that the projector is locked 2 Press the MENU button SECURITY KEYWORD NB52 YGK8 2VD6 K585 JNE6 EYA8 GET INPUT INPUT 3 Type in the correct keyword and press the ENTER button The projector will display an image SECURITY KEYWORD NB52 YGK8 2VD6 K585 JNEG EYA8 D EXIT INPUT INPUT NOTE The security disable mode is maintained until the main power is turned off or unplugging the power cord 33 3 Convenient Features To disable the SECURITY function 1 Press the MENU button The menu will be displayed 2 Sel
99. e Ro bd 85 OPTIONS EI uc M P 87 telae Ile 89 Setting up the Projector for a Wired LAN Connection WIRED LAN 91 Setting up the Projector for a Wireless LAN Connection with the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit equipped WIRELESS LAN 92 Menu Descriptions amp Functions 1 0 0 0 0 00 94 USAGE TIME m E 94 Table of Contents SOURCE 95 VV EAN eese 95 WIRELESS m 95 VERSION etr 96 OTHERS J ee M 96 Menu Descriptions amp Functions RESET 0 97 Returning to Factory Default RESET 97 6 Installation and 98 Setting Up the Screen and the Projector 98 Selecting a Location sise 98 Throw Distance and Screen Size 101 Making Connections 104 Connecting Your Computer coit ceret eret ri ten aao ce 104 Connecting an External Monitor ssssssssssseeeneeneeeen eene enne 106 Connecting Your DVD Player or Other AV 107 Connecting Component Input sise 108 Conn
100. e detecting the projector from AMX Device Discovery Clearing a checkmark will disable detecting the projector from AMX Device Discovery What is PJLink PJLink is a standardization of protocol used for controlling projectors of different manufacturers This standard proto col is established by Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association JBMIA in 2005 The projector supports all the commands of PJLink Class 1 Setting of PJLink will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu INFORMATION WIRED LAN Display a list of settings of wired LAN connection WIRELESS LAN Display a list of settings of wireless LAN connection UPDATE Reflect settings when they are changed 49 3 Convenient Features Controlling the Projector over a LAN PC Control Utility Pro 4 Using the utility software PC Control Utility Pro 4 included on the companion NEC Projector CD ROM the projector can be controlled from a computer over a LAN Control Functions Power On Off signal selection picture freeze picture mute audio adjusting error message notification event schedule NOTE Audio mute function is not available on M420XV PC Control Utiity Pro 4 2289 File Tool Group Projector Schedule Hep Screen of PC Control Utility Pro 4 This section provides an outline of preparation for use of PC Control Utility Pro 4 For information on how
101. e menu and perform the mouse operation TIP You can change the Pointer speed on the Mouse Properties dialog box on the Windows For more information see the user documentation or online help supplied with your computer 41 3 Convenient Features Q Projecting Your Computer s Screen Image from the Projector via the USB Cable USB Display Using a commercially available USB cable compatible with USB 2 0 specifications to connect the computer with the projector allows you to send your computer screen image to the projector for displaying Power On Off and source selection of the projector can be done from your computer without connecting a computer cable VGA NOTE To make USB DISPLAY available on Windows XP the Windows user account must have Administrator privilege USB Display uses functions of Image Express Utility Lite contained on NEC Projector CD ROM page 53 Starting USB Display however will not install Image Express Utility Lite on your computer This is because USB Display executes the projector s program only USB Display will not work in POWER SAVING of STANDBY MODE page 89 1 Start the computer 2 Connect the projector s power cord to the wall outlet and put the projector into standby condition Open the projector s lens cover 3 Use the USB cable to connect the computer with the projector USB cable not supplied
102. e omitted for clarity Adjusting the throw angle the height of an image Adjusting the left and right tilt of an image Tilt foot page 20 Rear foot page 20 Finely adjusting the size of an image Adjusting the focus Zoom function page 21 Focus function page 23 Automatic Keystone Correction function is turned on at the time of shipment To perform keystone correction manually see 6 Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually on page 24 19 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Adjust the Tilt Foot 1 Lift the front edge of the projector CAUTION Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet during Tilt Foot adjustment as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and after it is turned off 2 Push up and hold the Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever on the front of the projector to extend the adjustable tilt foot 3 Lower the front of the projector to the desired height 4 Release the Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever to lock the Adjustable tilt foot The tilt foot can be extended up to 1 6 inch 40 mm There is approximately 10 degrees up of adjustment for the front of the projector Rotate the rear foot to the desired height in order to square the image on the projection surface CAUTION Do not use the tilt foot for purposes other than originally intended Misuses such as using the tilt foot to carry or hang from the wall or ceiling the proje
103. ect SETUP gt INSTALLATION SECURITY and press the ENTER button SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET 4 GENERAL MENU OPTIONS 1 1 2 ORIENTATION DESKTOP FRONT CONTROL PANEL LOCK OFF ON COMMUNICATION SPEED 38400bps CONTROL ID TEST PATTERN EXZE SELECT IB EXIT MOVE The OFF ON menu will be displayed 3 Select OFF and press the ENTER button SECURITY OFF ON cp The SECURITY KEYWORD screen will be displayed SECURITY KEYWORD NB52 YGK8 2VD6 K585 JNE6 EYA8 4GuEEXIT INPUT e INPUT 4 Type in your keyword and press the ENTER button When the correct keyword is entered the SECURITY function will be disabled NOTE If you forget your keyword contact your dealer Your dealer will provide you with your keyword in exchange for your request code Your request code is displayed in the Keyword Confirmation screen In this example NB52 YGK8 2VD6 K585 JNE6 EYA8 is a request code 34 3 Convenient Features Using the Computer Cable VGA to Operate the Pro jector Virtual Remote Tool Using the utility software Virtual Remote Tool included on the companion NEC Projector CD ROM Virtual Remote screen Remote Control Window or toolbar can be displayed on your computer screen This will help you perform operations such as projector s power on or off and signal selection via the computer cable VGA serial cable or LAN connection Only
104. ecting HOMI Inp t iiie certat ie 109 Connecting to a Wired LAN nennen nnne nnne nnns 110 Connecting to a Wireless LAN Optional NPO2LM 111 Attaching the Optional Cable Cover 2 114 7 Maintenance 2 21 115 Cleaning the aiaiai 115 Cleaning the LenS iiini na rt trii re es er nea eed 119 Cleaning the Cabinet irit 119 Replacing the Lamp and the Filters 120 8 deiessesstesanveinsiceisveinensssdvstinasiusiasssucnestantnieuivesnstsdsanagedeiaiissoncaiens 127 127 Inidicato r han Man cde 127 Common Problems amp Solutions ss 128 If there is no picture or the picture is not displayed correctly 129 EE 130 Cabinet Dimensions nadie n ree rectori oda 136 Pin Assignments of D Sub COMPUTER Input 139 Compatible Input Signal List 140 Q PC Control Codes and Cable Connection 141 Troubleshooting Check 18 142 TravelCare Guide rnnt derer tessera caet det e ed o dd 144 o TCO Certification
105. ed If one folder has many files it takes some time to play back If a single folder contains too many files switching images will take time To shorten switching time reduce the number of images contained in a single folder TIP Exchangeable image file format Exif is a standard image file format used by digital cameras with the addition of specific shooting data 59 4 Using the Viewer Projecting images stored in a USB memory device This section explains the basic operation of the Viewer The explanation provides the operational procedure when the Viewer toolbar page 64 is set to the factory de fault Starting the Viewer below Removing the USB memory from the projector page 62 Exiting the Viewer page 62 Preparation Before starting the Viewer store images to the USB memory using your computer Starting the Viewer 1 Turn on the projector page 16 2 Insert the USB memory into the USB port of the projec tor Do not remove the USB memory from the projector while its LED flashes Doing so may corrupt the data 3 Press the SOURCE button on the projector cabinet The Viewer start screen will be displayed e Press the VIEWER button on the remote control 60 Press the ENTER button The thumbnail screen will be displayed page 63 Use the 4 or gt button to select an icon The arrow symbol on the right indicates there are more pages
106. ed to select highlight the folder or image file by using AW lt gt but ton 5 Back icon This icon is used to return to the upper parent folder 6 Folder icon This icon shows that the USB memory has folders 7 Page up Page down icon This icon shows further folders or image files are available in the next previous page Use the gt button to go to the next previous row The PAGE V or PAGE A on the remote control is used to go to the next or previous page directly 8 Thumbnail toolbar This toolbar is used in the thumbnail screen Pressing the MENU button will display this toolbar page 64 9 Slide screen This screen is used for manual playback The selected image will be displayed in full screen 10 Slide toolbar This toolbar is used in the slide screen Pressing the MENU button will display this toolbar page 65 11 Slideshow screen This screen is used for auto playback The slides will be changed automatically 12 Slideshow toolbar This toolbar is used in the slideshow screen Pressing the MENU button will display this toolbar page 65 63 4 Using the Viewer Using the toolbar 1 Press the MENU button The toolbar will be displayed The SOURCE screen will be displayed as Viewer connection screen 2 Use the 4 gt button to select an item and use the A or V button to select its available option When the cursor i
107. eezing picture by using the FREEZE button on the remote control is not possible when the VIEWER screen such as the slide screen and the thumbnail screen is displayed Executing RESET ALL DATA from the menu will return the settings for the Viewer toolbar to the factory default USB memory sure to use a USB memory device formatted with the FAT32 or FAT16 file system The projector does not support NTFS formatted USB memory If the projector does not recognize your USB memory check if the format is supported To format your USB memory in your computer refer to the document or help file that comes with your Windows We do not warrant that the USB port of the projector will support all USB memories in the market Supported images Supported file format for Viewer are as follows We do not warrant all the images are supported for Viewer Images other than mentioned in the table may not be supported Image type Extension Description JPEG JPG JPEG Baseline Exif are supported Slideshow effect and sound effect set with PowerPoint cannot be played back Image can be displayed at a resolution up to 10000 x 10000 pixels Even if images are met by the above conditions there may be some images which cannot be played back More than 200 icons total number of image file icons and folder icons cannot be displayed in a thumbnail screen Long file folder name will be limited to the specified length This can be shown by bracket add
108. en the projector is about 459 inches 11 7 m from the wall or screen Screen Size Unit cm inch 646 2 W x 403 9 H 254 W x 159 H 809 Screen Size 516 9 W x 323 1 H 204 W x 127 H 430 8 W x 269 2 H 170 W x 106 H 387 7 W x 242 3 H 153 W x 95 H 323 1 W x 201 9 H 127 W x 79 H 258 5 W x 161 5 H 102 W x 64 H 215 4 W 134 6 H 85 W x 53 H 172 3 W x 107 7 H 68 W x 42 H 129 2 W x 80 8 H 51 W x 32H 86 2 W x 53 8 H 34 W x 21 H 64 6 x 40 4 H 25 W x 16 H 58 8 x 397 H 721000 x 18 lt gt ay E i d Lens center gt 5 S LES TIP e The distances are indicated by intermediate values between tele and wide Use as a rule of thumb e For more details on throw distance see page 102 99 6 Installation and Connections M350XS M300XS M260XS The further your projector is from the screen or wall the larger the image The minimum size the image can be is ap proximately 60 1 52 m measured diagonally when the projector is 23 inches 0 57 m from the wall or screen The largest the image can be is 110 2 8 m when the projector is about 43 inches 1 1 m from the wall or screen Screen Size Unit cm inch 203 2 W x 152 4 H 80 W x 60 H Screen Size 182 9 W 137 2 H 72 W lt 54 170 7 W x 128 0 H 67 W x 50 H
109. ense agreement and then click Next Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation e When the installation is complete you will return to the menu window TIP e Uninstalling PC Control Utility Pro 4 To uninstall PC Control Utility Pro 4 do the same procedures stated as in Uninstalling Virtual Remote Tool Read Virtual Remote Tool as PC Control Utility Pro 4 page 38 51 3 Convenient Features Step 2 Connect the projector to a LAN Connect the projector to the LAN by following the instructions in Connecting to a Wired LAN page 110 Con necting to a Wireless LAN Optional NPO2LM series page 111 and 9 Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser page 44 Step 3 Start PC Control Utility Pro 4 Click Start All programs or Programs Projector User Supportware PC Control Utility Pro 4 gt PC Control Utility Pro 4 NOTE e For the Schedule function of the PC Control utility Pro 4 to work you must have your computer running and not in standby sleep mode Select Power Options from the Control Panel in Windows and disable its standby sleep mode before running the scheduler Example For Windows 7 Select Control Panel System and Security Power Options Change when the computer sleeps Put the computer to sleep Never NOTE e When POWER SAVING is selected for
110. ep 2 Replace the filters 2 page 123 Step 3 Clear the lamp usage hours and the filter usage hours page 97 120 7 Maintenance To replace the lamp 1 Remove the lamp cover 1 Loosen the lamp cover screw The lamp cover screw is not removable 2 Push and slide the lamp cover off M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS 2 Remove the lamp housing 1 Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condi tion The two screws are not removable There is an interlock on this case to prevent the risk of electrical shock Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock 2 Remove the lamp housing by holding it A caution Make sure that the lamp housing is cool Interlock enough to before removing it 121 7 Maintenance 3 Install a new lamp housing 1 Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket 2 Push the top center of the lamp housing to secure it 3 Secure it in place with the two screws Be sure to tighten the screws 4 Reattach the lamp cover 1 Slide the lamp cover back until it snaps into place 2 Tighten the screw to secure the lamp cover Be sure to tighten the screw M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS This completes the lamp replacement Go on to the filter replacement NOTE When you continue to use the projector
111. er To continue dick Next WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties Next gt Cancel When the installation is complete the Welcome window will be displayed 3 Click Next END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT screen will be displayed r PPT Converter 3 0 InstallShield Wizar License Agreement Please read the following license agreement carefully END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS IT PROVIDES THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE IBY CLICKING ON THE I accept the terms in the license agreement IBUTTON YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT CLICK THE I do not accept the terms in the license agreement BUTTON AND THE INSTALLATION PROCESS WILL NOT oT 1 accept the terms in the license agreement I do not accept the terms in the license agreement Jo nens Con Read END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT carefully 4 If you agree click I accept the terms in the license agreement and then click Next Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation e When the installation is complete you will return to the menu window NOTE When Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 has been installed once start Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 once with the privilege used for installation Then exit from Viewe
112. er function to make the settings page 44 113 6 Installation and Connections Attaching the Optional Cable Cover NPO1CV An optional cable cover NPO1CV is available for hiding cables The NP01CV cable cover is designed for use with the 420 M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS and M260WS CAUTION Be sure to tighten the screws after attaching the cable cover Failure to do so may cause the cable cover to come off and fall resulting in injury or damage to the cable cover Do not put bundled cables in the cable cover Failure to do so may damage the power cord resulting a fire Attaching the cable cover Attach the cable cover after installing the projector on the ceiling and connecting cables Tool needed for attaching Phillips screwdriver plus head 1 Align two tabs on the outside of the cable cover with grooves of the projector and push the top end e At the same time two tabs on the inside of the cable cover will be engaged in the responding grooves of the projector NOTE Be careful not to get cables caught in between the cable cover and the projector 2 Tighten the cable cover screws e Be sure to tighten the screws Removing the cable cover 1 Loosen the cable cover screws until the Phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condition 2 Hemove the cable cover Push up the cable cover slightly and rotate it to release 114 7 Maintenance This section d
113. erbox signal prop NOTE To display a squeezed signal prop erly select LETTERBOX erly select 16 9 TIP e Image position can be adjusted vertically using POSITION when the 16 9 15 9 or 16 10 aspect ratios are selected e The term letterbox refers to a more landscape oriented image when compared to 4 3 image which is the standard aspect ratio for a vide source The letterbox signal has aspect ratios with the vista size 1 85 1 or cinema scope size 2 35 1 for movie film The term squeeze refers to the compressed image of which aspect ratio is converted from 16 9 to 4 3 Adjusting the Vertical Position of Image POSITION not available on M300W M260W M300WS M260WS only when 16 9 15 9 or 16 10 is selected for ASPECT RATIO When 16 9 15 9 or 16 10 is selected in ASPECT RATIO the image is displayed with black borders on the top and bottom You can adjust the vertical position from the top to the bottom of the black area 80 5 Using On Screen Menu Q Menu Descriptions amp Functions SETUP GENERAL M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS M420X M420XV gt SOURCE ADJUST INFO RESET SOURCE ADJUST MENU INSTALLATION OPTIONS 1 gt 1 2 AUTO KEYSTONE ON DIGITAL ZOOM gt 100 KEYSTONE i ap AUTO KEYSTONE ON KEYSTONE ED WALL COLOR OFF ECO MODE OFF WALL COLOR
114. ert it with the surface side of indicator facing outward Keep the cap for later use NOTE Do not force to insert the USB Wireless LAN Unit 4 Put the USB LAN port cover back into place Insert the catch of the USB LAN port cover into the groove of the projector cabinet and then tighten the screw to secure the port cover To remove the USB Wireless LAN Unit disconnect the power cord and use the above procedure NOTE e The green LED on the USB Wireless LAN Unit flashes to show that Wireless LAN Unit is working If the USB Wireless LAN Unit is incorrectly attached the blue LED will not flash Do not press the button on the USB Wireless LAN Unit The button will not work with this model 112 6 Installation and Connections M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS 6 Installation and Connections Example of wireless LAN connection Network Type Infrastructure PC with wireless PC with built in wireless LAN card inserted LAN function Wireless access point Wired LAN Use the HTTP server function to make the settings page 44 Example of wireless LAN connection Network Type Ad Hoc USB Wireless LAN Unit gu PC with wireless PC with built in wireless LAN card inserted LAN function To enable direct communication i e peer to peer between personal computers and projectors you need to select the Ad Hoc mode Use the HTTP serv
115. es Screen Size 25 300 60 110 Throw Distance 25 542 inch 27 573 inch 26 543 0 65 13 8 m es 0 6 13 8 m es 0 69 14 6 m 18 43 inches 0 5 1 1 m Light output in OFF for ECO 3500 3000 2600 2300 4200 lumens 3000 2600 3500 3000 2600 3000 2600 MODE lumens lumens lumens lumens lumens lumens lumens lumens lumens lumens lumens Lamp Replace OFF for ECO MODE ON for ECO MODE H ment Time 4000 4000 5000 3000 4000 5000 3000 4000 average 5000 9000 6000 0003500 5000 6000 3500 5000 6000 3500 5000 Lamp Model NP16LP NP15LP NP17LP NP16LP NP15LP NP17LP NP16LP NP15LP NP17LP NP16LP Fc Wattage 530 w 180 W 265 W 230w 180w 265w 230w 180w 265W 230w Zoom Using the DIGITAL ZOOM function from the Using the manual zoom lever meni Focus Using the manual focus ring Using the manual focus lever For further details on the specifications see pages 130 to 135 1 Effective pixels are more than 99 99 2 This is the light output value lumens when the PRESET mode is set to HIGH BRIGHT If any other mode is selected as the PRESET mode the light output value may drop slightly 8 Compliance with ISO21118 2005 TIP The model name is located on the cabinet Model name Q Part Names of the Projector Front Top M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W Zoom Lever gt page 21 Focus Ring gt page 23 Ventilation outlet Hea
116. es not work Install new batteries page 11 Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the projector Stand within 22 feet 7 m of the projector page 11 Indicator is lit or blinking Cross color in RGB mode See the POWER STATUS LAMP Indicator page 127 e Press the AUTO ADJ button on the projector cabinet or the remote control page 26 Adjust the computer image manually with CLOCK PHASE in IMAGE OPTIONS in the menu page 77 For more information contact your dealer 128 8 Appendix If there is no picture or the picture is not displayed correctly Power on process for the projector and the 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 the projector before being powered up NOTE You can check the horizontal frequency of the current signal in the projector s menu under Information If it reads OkHz this means there is no signal being output from the computer page 95 or go to next step Enabling the computer s external display Displaying an image on the notebook PC s screen does not necessarily mean it outputs a signal to the projector When using a PC compatible laptop a combination of function keys will enable disable the external display Usu ally the combination of
117. escribes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the filters the lens the cabinet and to replace the lamp and the filters Q Cleaning the Filters The air filter sponge keeps dust and dirt from getting inside the projector and should be frequently cleaned If the filter is dirty or clogged your projector may overheat NOTE The message for filter cleaning will be displayed for one minute after the projector is turned on or off When the message is displayed clean the filters The time to clean the filters is set to OFF at time of shipment To cancel the message press any button on the projector cabinet or the remote control The two layer filter on the projector improves cooling and dust proof capabilities compared with the conventional models The outsides intake side of the first and second layer filters remove dust To clean the filter detach the filter unit and the filter cover Filter removal procedure is different depending on the model CAUTION e Before cleaning the filters turn off the projector disconnect the power cord and then allow the cabinet to cool Failure to do so can result in electric shock or burn injuries M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W 1 Push the button to release the filter unit and pull it out 2 Remove the filter cover The filter cover is fixed at six separate mounting points Bow the filter cover by pushing the notch slightly until it re leases
118. f the light path of the projector The light path being projected from the lens is extensive therefore any kind of abnormal objects that can redirect light coming out of the lens can cause an unpredictable outcome such as a fire or injury to the eyes Do not place any objects which are easily affected by heat in front of a projector exhaust vent Doing so could lead to the object melting or getting your hands burned from the heat that is emitted from the ex haust Handle the power cord carefully A damaged or frayed power cord can cause electric shock or fire Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied with the projector Do not bend or tug the power cord excessively Do not place the power cord under the projector or any heavy object Do not cover the power cord with other soft materials such as rugs Do not heat the power cord Do not handle the power plug with wet hands Turn off the projector unplug the power cord and have the projector serviced by a qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed If liquid has been spilled into the projector or if it has been exposed to rain or water If the projector does not operate normally when you follow the instructions described in this user s manual f the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need
119. for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life the projector cannot turn on and the menu is not displayed If this happens press the HELP button on the remote control for 10 seconds to reset the lamp clock back to zero When the lamp time clock is reset to zero the LAMP indicator goes out 122 7 Maintenance To replace the filters Filter removal procedure is different depending on the model Follow the procedure suitable for your model Four filters are packaged with the replacement lamp Honeycomb filter coarse mesh Large and small sizes attached to the filter unit Accordion filter fine mesh Large and small sizes attached to the filter cover NOTE Replace all four filters at the same time Before replacing the filters wipe off dust and dirt from the projector cabinet e The projector is precision equipment Keep out dust and dirt during filter replacement Do not wash the filters with soap and water Soap and water will damage the filter membrane e Put filters into place Incorrect attachment of a filter may cause dust and dirt to get into the inside of the projector Before replacing the filters replace the lamp page 120 M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W 1 Push the catch to release the filter unit and pull it out 2 Detach the filter cover from the filter unit The filter cover is fixed at six separate mounting points Bow the filter cover by pushing it slight
120. for service Disconnect the power cord and any other cables before carrying the projector Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord before cleaning the cabinet or replacing the lamp Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord if the projector is not to be used for an extended period of time When using a LAN cable only models with the RJ 45 LAN port For safety do not connect to the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage CAUTION Do not use the tilt foot for purposes other than originally intended Misuses such as gripping the tilt foot or hang ing on the wall can cause damage to the projector Do not send the projector in the soft case by parcel delivery service or cargo shipment The projector inside the Soft case could be damaged Select HIGH in Fan mode if you continue to use the projector for consecutive days From the menu select SETUP OPTIONS 1 FAN MODE HIGH Donottry to touch the ventilation outlet on the left front when seen from the front as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and immediately after the projector is turned off Do not turn off the AC power for 60 seconds after the lamp is turned on and while the POWER indicator is blink ing blue Doing so could cause premature lamp failure Remote Control Precautions e Handle the remote control carefully e If the remote control gets wet wipe it dry immediately
121. g a power strip or breaker Allow a minimum of 1 second between turning off the main power supply and turning it back on again Failing to do so could result in no power to the projector There will be no stand by LED Should this happen unplug the power cord and plug it in again Turn on the main power f one of the following things happens the projector will not turn on e If the internal temperature of the projector is too high the projector detects abnormal high temperature In this condition the projector will not turn on to protect the internal system If this happens wait for the projector s internal components to cool down e When the lamp reaches its end of usable life the projector will not turn on If this happens replace the lamp e f the STATUS indicator lights orange with the power button pressed it means that the CONTROL PANEL LOCK is turned on Cancel the lock by turning it off page 85 e f the lamp fails to light and if the STATUS indicator flashes on and off in a cycle of six times wait a full minute and then turn on the power While the POWER indicator is blinking blue in short cycles the power cannot be turned off by using the power button e Immediately after turning on the projector screen flicker may occur This is normal Wait 3 to 5 minutes until the lamp lighting is stabilized e When the projector is turned on it may take some time before the lamp light becomes bright e If you turn on the pr
122. g on a PowerBook When using the projector with a Macintosh PowerBook output may not be set to 1024 x 768 unless mirroring is off on your PowerBook Refer to owner s manual supplied with your Macintosh computer for mirroring Folders or icons are hidden on the Macintosh screen Folders or icons may not be seen on the screen Should this happen select View Arrange from the Apple menu and arrange icons 129 8 Appendix Specifications This section provides technical information about projector s performance Model Number Optical M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W full white full black M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W LCD Panel 0 63 inch LCD with Micro Lens Array 0 63 inch LCD Aspect Ratio 0 59 inch LCD with Micro Lens Aspect Ratio 4 3 4 3 Array Aspect Ratio 16 10 Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels XGA 1280 x 800 pixels WXGA Lens Manual zoom and focus Zoom Ratio 1 7 F1 7 2 1 f217 5 29 0 mm Lamp 230 W AC 180W AC 180W AC 230 W AC 180W AC 170 W in ECO1 145 W in 1 145 W 170 W 145 W 90 W ECO2 1 1 1 Light Output 2 s 3500 lumens 3000lumens 2600 lumens 2300 lumens 3000 lumens 2600 lumens 1 75 1 80 1 80 ECO1 75 ECO1 80 ECO2 50 Contrast Ratio 2000 1 Projection Distance Image Size Diagonal 25 300 inches 0 64 m 7 6 m 26 543
123. g with the projector is establised you can operate the control window to control the projector page 43 NOTE e When POWER SAVING is selected for STANDBY MODE from the menu the projector that is turned off will not be displayed in the select window for destination TIP Viewing the Help of Image Express Utility Lite Displaying the Help file of Image Express Utility Lite while it is running Click the help icon on the control window The Help screen will be displayed Displaying the Help file of while it is running Click Help C gt Help on the Cornerstone Edit screen The Help screen will be displayed e Displaying the help file using the Start Menu Click Start All programs or Programs NEC Projector User Supportware Image Express Utility Lite Image Express Utility Lite Help The Help screen will be displayed 55 3 Convenient Features D Projecting an Image from an Angle Geometric Correction Tool in Image Express Utility Lite The Geometric Correction Tool GCT function allows you to correct distortion of images projected even from an angle What you can do with GCT The GCT feature includes the following three functions e 4 point Correction You can fit a projected image within the border of the screen easily by align the four corners of an image to the ones of the screen e Multi point Correction You can correct a distorted image on the
124. g your own program typical PC control codes are on page 141 1 Introduction Q Part Names of the Remote Control 1 2 4 8 nri 22 6 10 90 155 SE 15 117s IT 13 14 las 12 1 f uw D EXIT 1 6 18 9 61 19 20 22 PS 27 23 Je 218 AIRES 26 139 V ASPECT CU 29 D Q 32 30 31 1 Infrared Transmitter page 11 2 POWER ON Button page 16 3 POWER OFF Button page 27 4 5 6 COMPUTER 1 2 3 Button page 18 COMPUTER 3 button is not available 7 AUTO ADJ Button page 26 8 VIDEO Button page 18 9 S VIDEO Button page 18 10 HDMI Button page 18 The PAGE V A 4 MOUSE L CLICK and MOUSE R CLICK buttons work only when a USB cable is connected with your computer 11 12 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 3 32 VIEWER Button page 18 60 NETWORK Button page 18 13 14 USB DISPLAY Button page 18 ID SET Button page 86 Numeric Keypad Button CLEAR Button page 86 FREEZE Button page 29 AV MUTE Button page 29 MENU Button page 69 EXIT Button page 69 AY lt gt Button page 69 ENTER Button page 69 D ZOOM Button page 29 MOUSE L CLICK Button page 41 MOUSE R CLICK Button page 41 PAGE V A Button
125. haracters or less 2 byte character and file with a long filename cannot be used E Viewer PPT Convener 30 Type a name and a location of index to be output Card Drive h Index name Report idd Export Confirm slide View Back Options 6 Click Export A confirmation message will be displayed 7 Click OK Exporting a file will start 8 Click OK 9 Click Exit Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 will exit 10 Remove the USB memory from the computer NOTE Before removing the USB memory from the USB port of the computer click the Safe to Remove Hardware icon on the task bar 68 5 Using On Screen Menu Q Using the Menus NOTE The on screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the menu SOURCE SETUP INFO RESET IMAGE OPTIONS PRESET 1 HIGH BRIGHT CT DETAIL SETTINGS CONTRAST b ED BRIGHTNESS 4 sf E SHARPNESS gt RESET D EXIT MOVE 4 C3 COMPUTER1 NOTE The commands such as ENTER EXIT AW in the bottom show available buttons for your operation 2 Press the 4 buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the submenu 3 Press the ENTER button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to highlight the top
126. he image is reduced MENU NOTE e The image will be enlarged or reduced at the center of the screen Displaying the menu will cancel the current magnification AV MUTE FREEZE Fo err o wey FOUR Q Changing Eco Mode Checking Energy Saving Effect Using Eco Mode ECO MODE The ECO MODE ECO1 and ECO2 increases lamp life while lowering power consumption and cutting down on CO emissions Four brightness modes of the lamp can be selected OFF AUTO ECO ECO1 and ECO2 modes ECO MODE Description Status of LAMP indicator OFF This is the default setting 10096 Brightness 2 Off AUTO ECO 0 Lamp power consumption will be changed between 7 x amp Steady OFF and ECO1 automatically according to picture Green light level NOTE A bright gradation may be less visible depending on the image ECO 1 p Low lamp power consumption approx 7596 Brightness on M350X M300W M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M300WS M260WS and approx 80 Brightness on M300X M260X M230X M260W M260XS ECO2 M300X po Lower lamp power consumption than ECO1 mode ap M260X and prox 50 Brightness on M300X M260X M260XS M260XS only To turn on the ECO do the following 1 Press the ECO Button on the remote control to display ECO MODE screen 2 Press the ECO button again to select a mode you wish Each time the ECO button is pressed the cho
127. he power of the projector ON cet Power is switched on OFF Power is switched off VOLUME This controls the volume of the projector Increases the volume adjustment value Vo EA Decreases the volume adjustment value AV MUTE This controls the mute function of the projector PICTURE ON Mutes the video PICTURE OFF Cancels the video muting SOUND ON Mutes the audio SOUND OFF Cancels the audio muting ALL Mutes each of the video and audio functions ALL OFF Cancels the muting of each of the video and audio functions NOTE The SOUND OFF SOUND ON and VOLUME functions are not available on M420XV 45 3 Convenient Features PICTURE Controls the video adjustment of the projector BRIGHTNESS Increases the brightness adjustment value BRIGHTNESS 9 Decreases the brightness adjustment value CONTRAST Increases the contrast adjustment value CONTRAST V Decreases the contrast adjustment value COLOR A Increases the color adjustment value COLOR Y Decreases the color adjustment value HUE EES Increases the hue adjustment value HUE V s Decreases the hue adjustment value SHARPNESS A Increases the sharpness adjustment value SHARPNESS Decreases the sharpness adjustment value The functions that can be controlled will vary
128. he wireless LAN can not be connected to the same network at the same Orange e 2 Network conflict time UT To use both built in wired LAN and wireless LAN at the same time connect them to different networks Green Re firing the lamp The projector is cooling The projector is re firing down Wait for a moment Steady light Green Standby NORMAL for STANDBY MODE Orange CONTROL PANEL LOCK is on You have pressed cabinet button when Control Panel Lock is on CONTROL ID error Remote control ID and projector ID are not matched Lamp Indicator 02 Indicator Condition Projector Condition Note Off Normal Blinking light Red Lamp has reached its end of life Lamp replace Replace the lamp ment message will be displayed Steady light Red Lamp has been used beyond its limit The projector Replace the lamp will not turn on until the lamp is replaced Green ECO MODE is set to AUTO ECO ECO1 or Over Temperature Protection If the temperature inside the projector rises too high the over temperature protector will automatically turn off the lamp with the STATUS indicator blinking 2 cycle On and Off Should this happen do the following Unplug the power cord after the cooling fans stop Move the projector to a cooler location if the room where you are presenting is particularly too warm Clean the ventilation holes if they are clogged with dust Wait about 60 minutes until
129. hen NORMAL is selected for STANDBY MODE See the Power Indicator section page 127 lt COMPUTER FC CONTROL Da Make sure that the prongs are fully inserted into both the AC IN and the wall outlet T onn To wall outlet T T NL o ecc egg Ci CAUTION Parts of the projector may become temporarily heated if the projector is turned off with the POWER button or if the AC power supply is disconnected during normal projector operation Use caution when picking up the projector 15 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Turning on the Projector 1 Uncover the lens by sliding the lens cover M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M420X M420XV or removing the lens cap M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS e Do not remove the lens cap by pulling on the string Doing so can cause mechanical damage to the part around the lens 2 Press the POWER button on the projector cabinet or the POWER ON button on the remote control The POWER indicator will turn to blue and the projector will become ready to use TIP e When the message Projector is locked Enter your password is displaye
130. ices will be changed OFF AUTO ECO 1 gt ECO2 gt OFF e When the projector is in ECO mode the LAMP indicator will light green TIP e The leaf symbol at the bottom of the menu shows the current selection of ECO mode 30 3 Convenient Features NOTE The ECO MODE can be changed by using the menu Select SETUP GENERAL ECO MODE The lamp life remaining and lamp hours used can be checked in USAGE TIME Select INFO USAGE TIME The projector is always in ECO1 for 90 seconds after the lamp is turned on and while the POWER indicator is blinking blue The lamp condition will not be affected even when ECO MODE is changed After a lapse of 1 minute from when the projector displays no signal guidance a blue black or logo screen ECO MODE will automatically switch to ECO1 The projector will return to the OFF once a signal is accepted If the projector is overheated in OFF mode there may be a case where the ECO MODE automatically changes to ECO1 mode to protect the projector When the projector is in ECO1 mode the picture brightness decreases When the projector comes back to normal temperature the ECO MODE returns to OFF mode Thermometer symbol indicates the ECO MODE is automatically set to ECO1 mode because the internal temperature is too high ECO2 on M300X M260X and M260XS only Checking Energy Saving Effect CARBON METER This feature will
131. ich are protected by copyright law ASPECT RATIO KEYSTONE Magnifying feature and other similar features Turkish RoHS information relevant for Turkish market Y netmeli ine Uygundur This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces To avoid incommoding reflec tions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view Table of Contents Important i Introduction nE 1 Whats inthe Box ite niea tee e Eb ete tr gat Lac Fa re nn 1 Introduction to the 2 Congratulations on Your Purchase of the 2 Features ME ems 2 About this users 3 Comparative Table of Main 4 Part Names of the Projector susisema neret trit ect ect rv potiua 5 Front TOD vss 5 Br E 6 sedg ct EE 8 Terminal Panel Features citri retener aa 9 Part Names of the Remote Control 10 Battery Installation ss 11 Remote Control Precautions 11 Operating Range for Wireless Remote 11 Operating Enviro
132. ill not be included in calculating CO emission reduction e Your setting will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu Enabling Auto Power On AUTO POWER ON AC Turns the projector on automatically when the power cord is inserted into an active power outlet This eliminates the need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or projector cabinet 89 5 Using On Screen Menu Turning On the Projector By Applying Computer Signal AUTO POWER ON COMP1 When the projector is in Standby mode applying a computer signal from a computer connected to the COMPUTER1 IN input will power on the projector and simultaneously project the computer s image This functionality eliminates the need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to power on the projector To use this function first connect a computer to the projector and the projector to an active AC input NOTE Disconnecting a computer signal from the computer will not power off the projector We recommend using this function in com bination of the AUTO POWER OFF function This function will not be available under the following conditions when a component signal is applied to the COMPUTER1 IN connector when a Sync on Green RGB signal or composite sync signal is applied To enable the AUTO POWER ON after turning off the projector wait 3 seconds and input a computer signal If a computer signal is s
133. in its appropriate aspect ratio This table shows typical resolutions and aspect ratios that most computers support 16 9 Resolution Aspect Ratio VGA 640 x 480 4 3 SVGA 800 x 600 4 3 XGA 1024 x 768 4 3 WXGA 1280 x 768 15 9 WXGA 1280 x 800 16 10 WXGA 1440 x 900 16 10 SXGA 1280 x 1024 5 4 SXGA 1400 x 1050 4 3 UXGA 1600 x 1200 4 3 Options Function AUTO The projector will automatically determine the incoming signal and display it in its aspect ratio next page The projector may erroneously determine the aspect ratio depending on its signal If this occurs select the appropriate aspect ratio from the following 4 3 The image is displayed in 4 3 aspect ratio The image is displayed in 16 9 aspect ratio 15 9 The image is displayed in 15 9 aspect ratio 16 10 The image is displayed in 16 10 aspect ratio WIDE ZOOM The image is stretched left and right M350X M300X M260X Parts of the displayed image are cropped at the left and right edges and therefore not M230X M420X M420XV visible M350XS M300XS M260XS LETTERBOX The image of a letterbox signal is stretched equally in the horizontal and vertical directions M300W M260W to fit the screen Parts of the displayed image are cropped at the top and bottom edges M300WS M260WS and therefore not visible NATIVE The projector displays the current image in its true resolution when the incoming computer signal has a
134. ing illegal copying of video data sent over a Digital Visual Interface DVI If you are unable to view material via the HDMI input this does not necessarily mean the projector is not functioning properly With the implementation of HDCP there may be cases in which certain content is protected with HDCP and might not be displayed due to the decision intention of the HDCP community Digital Content Protection LLC 5 An image with higher or lower resolution than the projector s native resolution M350XS M300XS M260XS 1024 x 768 and M300WS M260WS 1280 x 800 will be displayed with Advanced AccuBlend Mechanical M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Installation Desktop Front Desktop Rear Ceiling Front Ceiling Rear Orientation Dimensions 15 7 W x 12 2 H x 5 5 D 398 mm W x 140 mm H x 309 mm D not including protrusions Weight 8 8 Ibs 4 0 kg Environmental Considerations Operational Temperatures 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C ECO mode selected automatically at 95 F to 104 F 35 C to 40 C 20 to 80 humidity non condensing Storage Temperatures 14 to 122 F 10 to 50 C 20 to 80 humidity non condensing Regulations UL C UL Approved UL 60950 1 CSA 60950 1 Meets DOC Canada Class B requirements Meets FCC Class B requirements Meets AS NZS CISPR 22 Class B Meets EMC Directive EN55022 EN55024 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 Meets Low Voltage Directive EN60950 1 T V GS
135. ion on XGA model M350X M300X M260X M230X ee Rat M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS Signal Aspect Ratio Hz 2 Native resolution on WXGA model M300W M260W M300WS M260WS ALT 22 50 3 may fail to display these signals correctly when AUTO is selected for ASPECT RATIO in the on screen menu PAL60 43 60 The factory default is AUTO for ASPECT RATIO To display these SECAM 4 3 50 signals select 16 9 for ASPECT RATIO NOTE An image with higher or lower resolution than the projector s native resolution M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS 1024 x 768 M300W M260W M300WS M260WS 1280 x 800 will be displayed with Advanced AccubBlend Sync on Green and Composite sync signals are not supported Gignals other than those specified in the table above may not be displayed correctly If this should happen change the refresh rale or resolution on your PC Refer to Display Properties help section of your PC for procedures 140 Q PC Control 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 OAH INPUT SELECT HDMI 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 1AH 22H INPUT SELECT VIDEO 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 06H OEH INPUT SELECT S VIDEO 02H 03
136. is feature allows the projector to be turned off even when projecting an image by using the Main Power Switch or disconnecting the AC power supply To turn off the AC power supply when the projector is powered on use a power strip equipped with a switch and a breaker 1 The quick start time is only when STANDBY MODE is set to NORMAL in the on screen message 0 2 W 100 130 V AC O 4 W 200 240 V AC in standby condition with energy saving technology Selecting POWER SAVING for STANDBY MODE from the menu can put the projector in power saving mode that consumes only 0 2 W 100 130 V AC 0 4 W 200 240 V AC Carbon Meter This feature will show energy saving effect in terms of CO emission reduction kg when the projectors ECO MODE is set to AUTO ECO ECO1 or ECO2 2 The amount of CO emission reduction will be displayed in the confirmation message at the time of power off and in the INFO of the on screen menu 2 ECO2 is available on M300X M260X and M260XS only Longer lamp life without cleaning the filters regularly Using in Eco Mode allows you to prolong the projector s lamp life The two layer large filters require no regular cleaning Filter replacement is requred only at the time of the lamp replacement Short throw distances M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Short focal lenses provide for a larger image using a shorter throw distance when compared to a typical projector lens HDMI input port provides
137. item or the first tab 4 Use the AY buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to select the item you want to adjust or set You can use the 4 buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to select the tab you want 5 Press the ENTER button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the submenu window 6 Adjust the level or turn the selected item on or off by using the AV 4 buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet Changes are stored until adjusted again 7 Repeat steps 2 6 to adjust an additional item or press the EXIT button on the remote control or the projec tor cabinet to quit the menu display NOTE When a menu or message is displayed several lines of information may be lost depending on the signal or settings 8 Press the MENU button to close the menu To return to the previous menu press the EXIT button 69 5 Using On Screen Menu Menu Elements Tab Slide bar SOURCE SETUP INFO MAGE OPTIONS PRESET 1 HIGH BRIGHT x T 2 Solid triangle DETAIL SETTINGS CONTRAST 4 i gt 53 1 BRIGHTNESS gt a SHARPNESS gt RESET Available buttons brc Gap EXIT MOVE 4 Source Highlight ADJUST SETUP INFO RESET Radio button COMPUTER O COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO er us S VIDEO L WHITEBOARD M O VIEWER BLACKBOARD NETWORK BLACKBOARD GRAY
138. k USB PC AUDIO COMPUTER 1 IN USB PC HDMI IN g tS Se 19 gt A el N 6 t 3 HDMI IN HDMI cable not supplied Use High Speed HDMI Cable Stereo mini plug audio cable not supplied Computer cable VGA supplied To mini D Sub 15 pin connector on the projector It is recommended that you use a commercially avail able distribution amplifier if connecting a signal cable A commercially available longer than the cable supplied USB cable compatible with USB 2 0 specifications Ej mum fe 0 2 0 ton 9 Ag iea e 104 6 Installation and Connections Select the source name for its appropriate input connector after turning on the projector Input connector SOURCE button on the projector cabinet Button on the remote control COMPUTER 1 IN COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER 2 IN COMPUTER 2 COMPUTER 2 HDMI IN
139. lation for amount of CO emission reduction is based on an OECD publication CO Emissions from Fuel Combustion 2008 Edition e The TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS is calculated based on savings recorded in 15 minutes intervals e This formula will not apply to the power consumption which is not affected by whether ECO MODE is turned on or off 31 3 Convenient Features Q Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector SECURITY A keyword can be set for your projector using the Menu to avoid operation by an unauthorized user When a keyword is set turning on the projector will display the Keyword input screen Unless the correct keyword is entered the pro jector cannot project an image The SECURITY setting cannot be cancelled by using the RESET of the menu To enable the Security function 1 Press the MENU button The menu will be displayed 2 Press the button twice to select SETUP and press the Y button or the ENTER button to select GEN ERAL 3 Press the button to select INSTALLATION 4 Press the V button three times to select SECURITY and press the ENTER button INFO RESET OPTIONS 1 gt 1 2 SOURCE ADJUST 4 GENERAL ORIENTATION DESKTOP FRONT CONTROL PANEL LOCK OFF OFF COMMUNICATION SPEED 38400bps CONTROL ID TEST PATTERN CI SELECT EXT MOVE C2 COMPUTERI The OFF ON menu will be displayed 5 Press the button to select ON and press th
140. lign the slit with each pro trusion of the filter unit 7 Put the filter unit back to the projector cabinet Make sure that the filter unit is placed in the correct orienta tion 8 Put the filter cover back to the projector cabinet Insert two catches of the top side of the filter cover into the groove of the cabinet and push the buttons on the left and right to close the filter cover e Push the filter cover until it clicks into place 9 Clear the filter usage hours Plug the power cord into the wall outlet and then turn on the projector From the menu select RESET CLEAR FILTER HOURS gt page 97 The interval time to clean the filters is set to OFF at time of shipment When using the projector as it is you do not clear the filter usage 118 7 Maintenance Cleaning the Lens Turn off the projector before cleaning e The projector has a plastic lens Use a commercially available plastic lens cleaner Do not scratch or mar the lens surface as a plastic lens is easily scratched e Never use alcohol or glass lens cleaner as doing so will cause damage to the plastic lens surface M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300W M260W M300WS M260WS Q Cleaning the Cabinet Turn off the projector and unplug the projector before cleaning e Use a dry soft cloth to wipe dust off the cabinet If heavily soiled use a mild detergent e Never use strong detergents or solven
141. ll Change or Uninstall e When the User Account Control windows is displayed click Continue Follow the instructions on the screens to complete the uninstallation For Windows XP 1 Click Start and then Control Panel The Control Panel window will be displayed 2 Double click Add Remove Programs The Add Remove Programs window will be displayed 3 Click Virtual Remote Tool from the list and then click Remove Follow the instructions on the screens to complete the uninstallation Step 2 Connect the projector to the computer 1 Usethe supplied computer cable VGA to connect the COMPUTER 1 IN connector of the projector directly with the monitor output connector of the computer 2 Connect the supplied power cord to the AC IN of the projector and the wall outlet The projector is in the standby condition Supplied computer cable VGA ep fir Ep E o AC Input To wall outlet Power cord supplied gt TIP e When Virtual Remote Tool starts for the first time Easy Setup window will be displayed to navigate your connections 38 3 Convenient Features Step 3 Start Virtual Remote Tool Start using the shortcut icon Double click the shortcut icon EN on the
142. lly KEYSTONE You can correct vertical distortion manually page 24 TIP When this option is highlighted pressing the ENTER button will display its slide bar for adjustment Saving Vertical Keystone Correction KEYSTONE SAVE This option enables you to save your current keystone settings OFF ice Does not save current keystone correction settings It will return your keystone correction settings to Zero Saves current keystone correction settings Saving your change once affects all sources The changes are saved when the projector is turned off NOTE When AUTO KEYSTONE is set to ON KEYSTONE SAVE is not available Next time you turn on the power the AUTO KEYSTONE function will work and the data stored with KEYSTONE SAVE will be invalid 81 5 Using On Screen Menu Using the Wall Color Correction WALL COLOR eu WHITEBOARD BLACKBOARD BLACKBOARD GRAY LIGHT YELLOW LIGHT GREEN LIGHT BLUE SKY BLUE LIGHT ROSE PINK This function allows for quick adaptive color correction in applications where the screen material is not white NOTE Selecting WHITEBOARD reduces lamp brightness Setting Eco Mode ECO MODE The ECO MODE increases lamp life while lowering power consumption and cutting down on CO emissions Four brightness modes of the lamp can be selected OFF AUTO ECO ECO1 and ECO2 modes gt page 30 82 5 Using On Screen Menu
143. lower resolution than the projector s native resolution Example 1 When the incoming sig nal with the resolution of 800 x 600 is displayed on the M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS Example 2 When the incoming sig nal with the resolution of 800 x 600 is displayed on the M300W M260W M300WS M260WS NOTE e When a non computer signal is displayed the NATIVE is not available e When a signal with a higher resolution than the projector s native resolution is displayed NATIVE is not available 79 5 Using On Screen Menu Sample image when the appropriate aspect ratio is automatically determined M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS Computer signal Aspect ratio of incoming signal 4 3 16 10 Sample image when the appro Q priate aspect ratio is automati cally determined y i CON A Video signal Aspect ratio of incoming signal Letterbox Sample image when the as pect ratio is automatically de termined NOTE To display a squeezed signal prop erly select 16 9 or WIDE ZOOM M300W M260W M300WS M260WS Computer signal Aspect ratio of incoming signal Sample image when the appro priate aspect ratio is automati cally determined Video signal Aspect ratio of incoming signal Sample image when the as pect ratio is automatically de termined NOTE To display a lett
144. ly until it releases Filter cover Filter unit 123 7 Maintenance 3 Replace the four 4 filters 1 Remove the filter and then clean the filter unit and the filter cover 2 Attach new filters Filter unit Attach two honeycomb filters coarse mesh to the filter unit Filter cover Attach two accordion filters fine mesh to the filter cover The accordion filter has slits on it Align these slits with the protrusions of the filter cover 4 Attach the filter cover back to the filter unit Align the filter unit with the filter cover and push the protrusions into place Make sure all six mounting points are aligned properly 5 Put the filter unit back to the projector cabinet Insert two catches of the tip of the filter unit into the groove of the cabinet Push the filter unit until it clicks into place This completes the filter replacement Go on to the clearing lamp and filter hour meters 124 7 Maintenance For standard and short throw models M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS 1 Push up the buttons on the left and right to release the filter unit and pull it out Filter cover Filter unit 3 Remove the four filters 1 Turn the filter unit over and pull out the two soft accordion filters large and small 2 Push the left end of each filter and remove the hard two honeycomb filters large and small large filter cannot be removed by pushing on its right
145. menu and displays the image in its actual size display 3 Clockwise rotation 4 Counter clockwise rotation Close the menu and rotate the image 90 clockwise Close the menu and rotate the image 90 counter clockwise Slideshow toolbar 1 2 3 4 5 Menu Options Description 1 Stop Closes the menu and changes to the slide screen 2 Back Goes back to the previous image 3 Forward Goes to the next image 4 Interval Specifies interval time when playing back the slides 5 Repeat Repeats to play back the images in the folder Returns to the thumbnail screen TIP A picture icon at the center of the screen shows that the file cannot be displayed in the slide screen or thumbnail screen Slide toolbar setting for rotation will be cancelled if the folder is moved from one place to another 65 4 Using the Viewer Q Converting PowerPoint files to Slides Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 Using Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 contained on the supplied NEC Projector CD ROM allows you to convert Power Point files into JPEG files Converted JPEG files can be saved to a USB memory When the USB memory inserted into the projector these JPEG files can be displayed with the viewer function of the projector without connecting a computer NOTE By using PPT Converter 3 0 PowerPoint file is converted into index file with extension idx When conver
146. n off the CONTROL ID setting and select ON to turn on the CONTROL ID set ting NOTE e When ON is selected for CONTROL ID the projector cannot be operated by using the remote control that does not support the CONTROL ID function In this case the buttons on the projector cabinet can be used e Your setting will not be affected even when RESET is done from the menu Pressing and holding the ENTER button on the projector cabinet for 10 seconds will display the menu for canceling the Control ID Assigning or Changing the Control ID 1 Turn on the projector 2 Press the ID SET button on the remote control The CONTROL ID screen will be displayed CONTROL ID ACTIVE CD EX If the projector can be operated with the current remote control ID the ACTIVE will be displayed If the projector cannot be operated with the current remote control ID the INACTIVE will be displayed To operate the inactive projector assign the control ID used for the projector by using the following procedure Step 3 3 Press one of numeric keypad buttons while pressing and holding the ID SET button on the remote control Example To assign 3 press the 3 button on the remote control No ID means that all the projectors can be operated together with a single remote control To set No ID enter 000 or press the CLEAR button TIP The range of IDs is from 1 to 254 4 Release the ID SE
147. ng Attach an anti theft device The security chain opening accepts security wires or chains up to 0 18 inch 4 6 mm in diameter Rear Foot page 20 right Screw holes temporarily fixing grooves for the optional cable cover gt page 114 This security slot supports the MicroSaver Security System M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W M420X M420XV Opening and closing the lens cover Slide the lens cover to the left to uncover the lens To cover the lens slide the lens cover to the right NOTE e The lens cover works in conjunction with the AV mute function Closing the lens cover will turn off the image and sound during normal projector operation opening it will restore the image and sound With the lens cover closed the image and sound is turned off however the lamp is still lit If the projector stays this way for about 2 hours it will turn off automatically Do not pull the lens cover with excessive force or apply strong pressure in either the up or down direction Doing so can cause damage to the lens cover sliding mechanism Top Features gt 8 ENU 5 EXIT oro LL KOJ POWER Button page 16 27 POWER Indicator page 15 16 27 127 STATUS Indicator page 127 LAMP Indicator page 120 127 ECO Button page 30 SOURCE Button page 18 AUTO ADJ Button page 26 MENU Button page
148. nment for Software Included on 12 Operating Environment ici eco E Ee ek E REPRE 13 2 Projecting an Image Basic 14 Flow of Projecting an Image 14 Connecting Your Computer Connecting the Power 15 Turning on the Projector scientist deh uni ideal 16 Note on Startup screen Menu Language Select 17 Selecting d Source 18 Selecting the computer or video source 18 Adjusting the Picture Size and Position 19 Adjustthe TIE FOOL iaceret e ote e ice etu rebus 20 ZOOM EE 21 Adjusting from the MENU e ara Uc den end Dus 22 gef re 23 Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually eseeeeeenennm 24 Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet 24 Adjusting with the remote control 25 Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically seeeeeennm 26 Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust 26 Turning Up or Down Volume not available on MA420XV 26 Turning off the Projector iie ce cr t 27 O After
149. nnecting a computer cable VGA e Just connecting the computer and the projector over a USB cable will make the USB Display function available Plug amp Play even without installing Image Express Utility Lite on the computer page 42 Image transmission The screen of your computer can be sent to the projector via a wired or wireless network without a computer cable VGA e By using EASY CONNECTION function the complicated network settings can be simplified and the computer will automatically connect to the projector e screen of your computer can be sent to up to four projectors at the same time Geometric Correction Tool GCT See Projecting an Image from an Angle Geometric Correction Tool in Image Express Utility Lite Step 1 install Image Express Utility Lite on the computer NOTE e To install or uninstall the program the Windows user account must have Administrator privilege Windows 7 Windows Vista and Windows XP e Exit all running programs before installation If another program is running the installation may not be completed mage Express Utility Lite will be installed to the system drive of your computer If the message There is not enough free space on destination is displayed free up enough space about 100 MB to install the program 1 Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The menu window will be displayed VE N
150. not available depending on the input source 5 Using On Screen Menu The asterisk indicates that the default setting varies depending on the signal 1 The GAMMA CORRECTION item is available when an item other than DICOM SIM is selected for REFERENCE 2 SCREEN SIZE item is available when DICOM SIM is selected for REFERENCE 3 DIGITAL ZOOM is available on M350XS M300XS 260 5 M300WS and M260WS only 4 ECO2 is available on M300X M260X and M260XS only 71 Menu Item Default Options COMPUTER COMPUTER2 z HDMI z VIDEO 7 source DES VIEWER z NETWORK r USB DISPLAY z PRESET 1 7 GENERAL 7 HIGH BRIGHT PRESENTATION VIDEO MOVIE GRAPHIC REFERENCE sRGB DICOM SIM GAMMA lt a Lee Se DYNAMIC NATURAL BLACK DETAIL SCREEN SIZE r LARGE MEDIUM SMALL COLOR 5000 6500 7800 8500 9300 10500 TEMPERATURE 6500 7800 8500 9300 DETAIL DYNAMIC SETTINGS CONTRAST OFRON IMAGE MODE z STILL MOVIE PICTURE WHITE BALANCE CONTRAST 0 CONTRAST 0 CONTRAST B 0 BRIGHTNESS R 0 ADJUST BRIGHTNESS G 0 BRIGHTNESS B 0 CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR HUE RESET CLOCK PHASE HORIZONTAL z VERTICAL z IMAGE OVERSCAN d O 5 101 OPTIONS _ M420X M350X M300X M260X M230X M420XV M350X5 M300X5 M260XS AUTO 4 3 16 9 15 9
151. nu Signal cable s plug is fully inserted into the input connector A message appears on the screen The source connected to the projector is active and available Still no image even though you adjust the brightness and or the contrast Input source s resolution and frequency are supported by the projector Image is too dark Remains unchanged even though you adjust the brightness and or the contrast C Image is distorted Image appears to be trapezoidal unchanged even though you carry out the KEYSTONE adjustment Remote control does not work No obstacles between the sensor of the projector and the remote control Projector is placed near a fluorescent light that can disturb the infrared remote controls Batteries are new and are not reversed in installation 142 sometimes How often 8 Appendix other Sh ut down during operation LI Power cord s plug is fully inserted into the wall outlet Lamp cover is installed correctly AUTO POWER OFF is turned off only models with the AUTO POWER OFF function Pa Lo OFF TIMER is turned off only models with the OFF TIMER function rts of the image are lost Still unchanged even though you press the AUTO ADJUST button Still unchanged even though you carry out RESET in the projector s menu age is shifted in the ve
152. of the cabinet 7 m 22 feet The infrared signal operates by line of sight up to a distance of about 22 feet 7 m and within a 60 degree angle of the remote sensor on the projector cabinet The projector will not respond if there are objects between the remote control and the sensor or if strong light falls on the sensor Weak batteries will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector 11 1 Introduction Q Operating Environment for Software Included on CD ROM Names and Features of Bundled Software Programs Name of software program Features Virtual Remote Tool This is a software program used to control the power ON OFF and source selec tion of the projector from your computer by using the supplied computer cable VGA and it is also used to send an image to the projector and register it as the logo data of the projector After registering it you can lock the logo to prevent it from changing page 35 Name of software program Features Image Express Utility Lite This is a software program used to project your computer s screen over the USB cable or the wired wireless network The computer cable VGA is not required page 42 page 53 This software program can be used to control the power ON OFF and source selection of the projector from your computer The Geometric Correction Tool GCT function allows you to correct distortion of images projected a cu
153. ognized on M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS In this case select OFF NOTE e The OFF is selected at the time of shipment of M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS e The ON is selected at the time of shipment of M300W M260W M300WS M260WS Enabling the deinterlace DEINTERLACE Turns on or off the deinterlace function for a telecine signal OFF rts Select this option if there is any jitter or artifacts in video ON ie Default standard setting NOTE This feature is not available for HDTV progressive and computer signals Setting HDMI HDMI SETTINGS Make the settings for video level and audio level when connecting HDMI equipment such as a DVD 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 equipment or select ENHANCED to improve image contrast and increase detail in the dark areas AUDIO SELECT not available on M420XV mr Select HDMI to switch the HDMI IN digital audio signal and select COMPUTER 2 to switch the COMPUTER 2 input audio signal Enabling Key Sound and Error Sound BEEP not available on M420XV This feature turns on or off the button sound or alarm when an error occurs or the following operations are per formed Displaying the main menu Switching sources Resetting data by using RESET Pressing P
154. ojector immediately after the lamp is turned off or when the temperature is high the fans run without display ing an image for some time and then the projector will display the image 17 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Selecting a Source Selecting the computer or video source NOTE Turn on the computer or video source equipment connected to the projector Detecting the Signal Automatically Press the SOURCE button once The projector will search for the available input source and display it The input source will change as follows COMPUTER1 COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO S VIDEO gt VIEWER USB DISPLAY COMPUTER gt e With the SOURCE screen displayed you can press the SOURCE button a few times to select the input source TIP If no input signal is present the input will be skipped Using the Remote Control Press any one of the COMPUTER1 COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO S VIDEO VIEWER NETWORK or USB DISPLAY buttons Selecting Default Source You can set a source as the default source so that it will be displayed each time the projector is turned on 1 Press the MENU button The menu will be displayed 2 Press the gt button twice to select SETUP and press the V but ton or the ENTER button to select GENERAL 3 Press the button three times to select OPTIONS 2 4 Press the button six times to select DEFAULT SOURCE SE LECT and press the ENTER button The DEF
155. ommunication can be done only with equipment whose SSID matches SSID for your wireless LAN SITE SURVEY Displays a list of available SSIDs for wireless LAN on site Select an SSID which you can access 47 3 Convenient Features NETWORK TYPE Select communication method when using wireless LAN INFRASTRUCTURE Select this option when communicating with one or more equip ment connected to the wireless LAN network via a wireless access point AD HOC Select this option when using the wireless LAN to directly communicate with a computer in peer to peer mode SECURITY TYPE Turn on or off the encryption mode for secure transmission When turn on the encryp tion mode set WEP key or encrypted key DISABLE Will not turn on the encryption feature Your communications may be monitored by someone WEP 64 bit WEP 128 bit Uses 64 bit datalength for secure transmission Uses 128 bit datalength for secure transmission This option will increase privacy and security when compared to use of 64 bit datalength encryption WPA PSK TKIP WPA PSK AES WPA2 PSK TKIP WPA2 PSK AES These options provide stronger security than WEP NOTE The WEP settings must be the same as communication devices such as PC or access point in your wireless network When you use WEP your image transmission speed will slow down e WPA PSK TKIP WPA PSK AES WPA2 PSK TKIP and WPA2 PSK AES are not availabl
156. on Tool in Image Express Er 56 What you can do with GG T coercet Ra ERES 56 Projecting an Image from an Angle 56 4 Using the Viewer 58 What you can do with the Viewer 58 Projecting images stored in a USB memory device 60 Converting PowerPoint files to Slides Viewer PPT Converter 0 66 5 Using On Screen 69 Using the Menus iii 69 Menu Elements terr rte tert t reos EYES 70 List of sr tM 71 Menu Descriptions amp Functions SOURCE 73 COMPUTER 2a H 73 FD p 73 VIDE amp anime 7 ERE 73 VIEW EPR 73 NETWORK C 73 USB DISPLAY 9 D Gd ide se ns 73 Menu Descriptions amp Functions ADJUST 74 PUG TORE 74 IMAGE OPTIONS ner tan a 77 Menu Descriptions amp Functions SETUP 00 81 iei seras peu ER 81 IMENU 83 INSTAELATION acturi rrr Ran orent n
157. or later Only 32 bit version Windows power saving function is not supported Processor Windows 7 Windows Vista Pentium M 1 2 GHz equivalent or higher required Dual core 1 5 GHz or higher recommended Windows XP Pentium M 1 0 GHz equivalent or higher required Dual core 1 0 GHz or higher recommended Memory Windows 7 Windows Vista 512 MB or more required 1 GB or more recommended Windows XP 256 MB or more required 512 MB or more recommended More memory may be required to run additional applications simultane ously Graphic processor Windows 7 Windows Vista The Graphics score 3 0 or more of Windows Experience Index recom mended Network environment TCP IP compatible wired LAN or wireless LAN Use a wireless LAN unit complying with the Wi Fi standard Resolution Windows 7 Windows Vista SVGA 800 x 600 or higher required XGA 1024 x 768 recommended Windows XP VGA 640 x 480 or higher required XGA 1024 x 768 recommended 1024 dots x 768 lines 1280 dots x 800 lines recommended M300W M260W M300WS M260WS Screen Colors High Color 15 bits 16 bits True Color 24 bits 32 bits recommended 256 or fewer colors are not supported 13 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen Q Flow of Projecting an Image Step 1 Connecting your computer Connecting
158. or the projector page 92 Select DISABLE EASY CONNECTION PROFILE1 or PROFILE2 you set from the HTTP server Attaching the USB Wireless LAN Unit NOTE e The USB Wireless LAN Unit must be inserted into the USB Wireless LAN Unit port in the correct direction It cannot be inserted in the reverse direction If the USB Wireless LAN Unit is inserted in the reverse direction with excessive force applied the USB port may break Before touching the USB Wireless LAN Unit touch a metallic object such as a door knob or aluminum window frame to discharge the static electricity from your body Always insert or remove the USB Wireless LAN unit when the main power is turned off Failure to do so may cause projector malfunction or damage to the USB wireless LAN unit If the projector will not work correctly turn off the projector disconnect the power cord and then connect it again Do not insert other USB devices into the USB Wireless LAN unit port Do not insert the USB Wireless LAN unit into the USB PC port Type B 111 Prepare a Phillips screw driver beforehand 1 Press the POWER button to turn off the projector and set it into standby condition and disconnect the power cord 2 Remove the USB LAN port cover Loosen the screw securing the port cover screw is not removable 3 Slowly insert the USB Wireless LAN Unit into the USB LAN port Remove the cap from the USB Wireless LAN Unit and then ins
159. r Length Distribution amplifier Model number Switcher Model number Adapter Model number inch m Video equipment VCR DVD player Video camera Video game or other Manufacturer Model number 143 8 Appendix Q TravelCare Guide TravelCare a service for international travelers This product is eligible for TravelCare NEC s unique international warranty and repair service For more information on TravelCare service visit our website in English only http www nec display com dl en pj support travel care html TCO Certification Some models in this product family are TCO certified All TCO certified models have the TCO mark on the marking plate on the bottom of the product To see a list of our TCO certified projectors and their TCO Certification in English only visit our website at http www nec display com ap en_projector tco index html The TCO certification designed by TCO Development is an international environmental and ergonomics standard for IT equipment In some cases we may post a list of TCO certified models on our website before the TCO mark is placed on the prod uct This difference in timing is related to the date certification is received compared with the projectors manufacturing date 144 NEC NEC Display Solutions Lid 2010 2011 7N951543
160. r PPT Converter 3 0 without doing anything Starting Click Window s Start All Programs NEC Projector User Supportware Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 in that order NOTE When installing Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 onto a personal computer that has PowerPoint installed Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 is automatically registered as a Power Point add in It is necessary to cancel Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 add in before uninstalling Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 Refer to Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 Help to unregister the add in TIP Uninstalling Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 To uninstall Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 do the same procedures stated as in Uninstalling Virtual Remote Tool Read Virtual Remote Tool as Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 page 38 67 4 Using the Viewer Converting PowerPoint files and saving them to a USB memory 1 Insert the USB memory into the USB port of the computer 2 On Windows click Start All programs NEC Projector UserSupportware Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 will start TE Viewer PPT Converter NES Type the name of a PowerPoint Browse the name of a PowerPoint HANEC Projector ppt 4 Click Next 5 Select the USB memory drive for Card Drive and type in Index name Index name must be eight alphanumeric c
161. 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 For UK only In UK a BS approved power cord with moulded plug has a Black five Amps fuse installed for use with this equipment If a power cord is not supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier Important Safeguards 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 Installation Do not place the projector in the following conditions on an unstable cart stand or table near water baths or damp rooms in direct sunlight near heaters or heat radiating appliances in a dusty smoky or steamy environment on a sheet of paper or cloth rug
162. rrection screen and other functions than GCT page 55 57 4 Using the Viewer Q What you can do with the Viewer The Viewer has the following features When a commercially available USB memory that stores image files is inserted into the USB port Type A of the projector the Viewer allows you to view the image files on the USB memory Even if no computer is available presentations can be conducted simply with the projector Supported graphic format is JPEG The Viewer displays the thumbnail screen JPEG Exif only on which you can jump to any specific image you wish to project There are two ways of playback for slideshow manual playback and auto playback The interval time can be changed in auto playback The order of displaying images can be set by name date or size Ascending or descending order can be se lected Images can be rotated by 90 degrees during playback 58 4 Using the Viewer NOTE The USB port of the projector does not support USB hub The following operations by using the buttons on the projector are not possible when the VIEWER screen such as the slide screen and the thumbnail screen is displayed Keystone correction by using the A W button Auto Adjustment by using the 4 or AUTO ADJ button Volume control with the 4 or button To perform Keystone correction or Source selection during display of the Viewer press the MENU button twice to display the menu and operate Viewer from the menu Fr
163. rtical or horizontal direction Horizontal and vertical positions are correctly adjusted on a computer signal Input source s resolution and frequency are supported by the projector Some pixels are lost age is flickering Still unchanged even though you press the AUTO ADJUST button Still unchanged even though you carry out RESET in the projector s menu Image shows flickering or color drift on a computer signal Still unchanged even though you change FAN MODE from HIGH ALTITUDE to AUTO age appears blurry or out of focus Still unchanged even though you checked the signal s resolution on PC and changed it to projector s native resolution Still unchanged even though you adjusted the focus No sound Audio cable is correctly connected to the audio input of the projector Still unchanged even though you adjusted the volume level AUDIO OUT is connected to your audio equipment only models Bu with the AUDIO OUT connector ttons on the projector cabinet do not work only models with the CONTROL PANEL LOCK function CONTROL PANEL LOCK is not turned on or is disabled in the menu Still unchanged even though you press and hold the EXIT button for a minimum of 10 seconds In the space below please des
164. rved wall page 56 Name of software program Features PC Control Utility Pro 4 This is a software program used to operate the projector from the computer when the computer and the projector are connected with LAN wired or wireless or a serial cable page 50 Name of software program Features Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 This is a software program used to convert files created with PowerPoint into JPEG files that can be displayed with the viewer function of the projector when a USB memory device is inserted into the projector page 66 NOTE e mage Express Utility Lite does not support Meeting Mode in Image Express Utility 2 0 included with our other models Download service For the update information about these software programs visit our website URL http www nec display com dl en index html 12 Operating Environment 1 Introduction The following is the operating environment for Image Express Utility Lite For the operating environment of other soft ware program refer to the help function of each software program Supported OS Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Ultimate Windows 7 Enterprise Windows Vista Home Basic Windows Vista Home Premium Windows Vista Business Windows Vista Ultimate Windows Vista Enterprise Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or later Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3
165. s are at the end of its usable life Please replace the lamp and filters Projector Name NEC Projector Lamp Hours Used 100 H SENDER S ADDRESS Enter sender s address SMTP SERVER NAME Enter the SMTP server name to be connected to the projector RECIPIENT S ADDRESS 1 2 3 Enter your recipient s address Up to three addresses can be entered TEST MAIL Send a test mail to check whether your settings are correct or not NOTE e f you execute a test you may not receive an Alert mail Should this happen check if network Settings are correct e f you entered an incorrect address in a test you may not receive an Alert mail Should this happen check if the Recipient s Address is correct SAVE Click this button to reflect the above settings NETWORK SERVICE PJLink PASSWORD Set a password for PJLink A password must be 32 characters or less Do not forget your password However if you forget your password consult with your dealer HTTP PASSWORD AMX BEACON Set a password for HTTP server A password must be 10 characters or less Turn on or off for detection from AMX Device Discovery when connecting to the network supported by AMX s NetLinx control system TIP When using a device that supports AMX Device Discovery all AMX NetLinx control system will rec ognize the device and download the appropriate Device Discovery Module from an AMX server Placing a checkmark will enabl
166. s not in use cover the lens with the sliding lens cover e An optional cable cover NPO1CV is available for the 420 M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS To the wall outlet M300WS and M260WS Refer to page 114 for at taching the cable cover Q Setting Up the Screen and the Projector Selecting a Location M350X M300X M260X M230X 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 35 inches 0 9 m from the wall or screen The largest the image can be is 300 7 6 m when the projector is about 435 inches 11 0 m from the wall or screen Screen Size Unit cm inch 609 6 W x457 2 H 240 W x 180 H Screen Size 487 7 W x 365 8 H 192 W x 144 H 406 4 W x 304 8 H 160 W x 120 H 365 8 W x 274 3 H 144 W x 108 H 304 8 W x 228 6 H 120 W x 90H 243 8 W x 182 9 H 96 W x 72 H 203 2 W x 152 4 H 80 W x 60 H 162 6 W x 121 9 H 64 W x 48 H 121 9 W x 91 4 H 48 W x 36 H 81 3 W x 61 0 H 32 W x 24 H 61 0 W x 45 7 H 24 W x 18 H 50 8 W x 38 1 H 20 W x 15 H Lens center TIP e The distances are indicated by intermediate values between tele and wide Use as a rule of thumb e For more
167. s or carpets f you wish to have the projector installed on the ceiling Do not attempt to install the projector 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 Important Information WARNING Do not use any other object than the projector s sliding lens cover to cover the lens while the projector is on Doing so can cause the object to get extremely hot and possibly resulting in a fire or damage due to the heat emitted from the light output Do not cover the lens with the lens cap or equivalent while the projector is on Doing so can lead to melting of the cap due to the heat emitted from the light output Do not place any objects which are easily affected by heat in front of the projector lens Doing so could lead to the object melting from the heat that is emitted from the light output A 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 way other than the desktop and ceiling mount otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically Fire and Shock Precautions Ensure that there is sufficient ven
168. s placed the selected item will be changed to yellow The A or Y shows more available choices 3 Press the ENTER button The selected item will be displayed 4 Press the MENU button two times The toolbar will be closed and the SOURCE list will be displayed Press the MENU button again to close the SOURCE list oo 1 2 3 4 Menu Options Description Thumbnail toolbar 1 Back Goes back to the previous image When the cursor reaches the top left of the screen it will go to the previous page 2 Forward gt 3 Display Goes to the next image When the cursor reaches the bottom right of the screen it will go to the next page Closes the menu and returns to the thumbnail screen Closes the menu and starts the slideshow from the highlighted item Closes the menu and displays the slide screen 4 Order Displays the icons alphabetically by name number before alphabet Displays the icons in descending order of file size Displays the icons in the order of creation date 64 4 Using the Viewer Closes the menu and displays the image in the projector s maximum reso lution Slide toolbar 1 2 3 4 Menu Options Description 1 Display Closes the menu and switches to the slide screen ER Closes the menu and displays the thumbnail screen LR Closes the menu and starts the slideshow from the highlighted item 2 Image Closes the
169. saving function will work 10 seconds after the im age is turned off As a result the lamp power will be reduced NOTE Even though the image is turned off the menu still remains on the screen e Sound from the AUDIO OUT jack Stereo mini can be turned off Even when the power saving function works the lamp power may be restored to its original level temporarily e To restore the image even if you press the AV MUTE button immediately after the start of the power saving function the lamp brightness may not be restored to its original level Q Freezing a Picture Press the FREEZE button to freeze a picture Press again to resume motion NOTE The image is frozen but the original video is still playing back Enlarging a Picture You can enlarge the picture up to four times NOTE The maximum magnification may be less than four times depending on the signal To do so 1 Press the D ZOOM button to magnify the picture To move the magnified image use the A W button 29 GE AV MUTE FREEZE MENU EXIT AV MUTE FREEZE MENU EXIT ECO KEYSTONE PICTURE 00 HELP FOCUS ASPECT VOL ECO KEYSTONE PICTURE 600 HELP FOCUS ASPECT VOL 2 Press the AY lt gt button 3 Convenient Features The area of the magnified image will be moved 3 Press the D ZOOM button Each time the D ZOOM button is pressed t
170. show energy saving effect in terms of CO emission reduction kg when the projectors ECO MODE is set to AUTO ECO ECO1 or ECO2 This feature is called as CARBON METER There are two messages TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS and CARBON SAVINGS SESSION The TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS message shows the total amount of CO emission reduction from the time of shipment up to now You can check the information on USAGE TIME from INFO of the menu page 94 SOURCE ADJUST SETUP RESET e SOURCE WIRED LAN 172 LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED 00000 H FILTER HOURS USED 00000 H TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS 0 000 kg CO2 D EXIT MOVE MOVE CJ COMPUTER1 The CARBON SAVINGS SESSION message shows the amount of CO emission reduction between the time of changing to ECO MODE immediately after the time of power on and the time of power off The CARBON SAVINGS SESSION message will be displayed in the POWER OFF ARE YOU SURE message at the time of power off POWER OFF ARE YOU SURE CARBON SAVINGS SESSION 0 000 g CO2 TIP e The formula as shown below is used to calculate the amount of CO emission reduction Amount of CO emission reduction Power consumption in OFF for ECO MODE Power consumption in AUTO ECO ECO1 ECO2 for ECO MODE x CO conversion factor When the image is turned off with the AV MUTE button or with the lens cover closed the amount of CO emmission reduction will also increase Calcu
171. sion is done index file with extension idx will be created At the same time a folder with the same name will be created where JPEG files will be saved to The projector s Viewer does not support index file with extension idx Install Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 on the computer NOTE To install or uninstall the program the Windows user account must have Administrator privilege Windows 7 Windows Vista and Windows XP e Exit all running programs before installation If another program is running the installation may not be completed 1 Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The menu window will be displayed KE NEC Projector Users Manual amp User Supportware Bist NEC Projector NEC User s Manual amp User Supportware mo Titii TIP If the menu window will not be displayed try the following procedure For Windows 7 1 Click start on Windows 2 Click All Programs Accessories gt Run 3 Type your CD ROM drive name example Q and LAUNCHER EXE in Name example Q LAUNCHER EXE 4 Click OK The menu window will be displayed 66 4 Using the Viewer 2 Click Install Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 on the menu window The installation will start Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 The InstallShield R Wizard vill install Viewer PPT Converter 3 0 on your comput
172. ss that is entered for the address or entered to the URL column when operation of the pro jector is via a browser the host name can be used as it is when the host name corresponding to the IP address of the projector has been registered to the domain name server by a network administrator or the host name corresponding to the IP address of the projector has been set in the HOSTS file of the computer being used Example 1 When the host name of the projector has been set to pj nec co jp access is gained to the network setting by specifying http pj nec co jp index html for the address or the entry column of the URL Example 2 When the IP address of the projector is 192 168 73 1 access is gained to the network setting by specifying http 192 168 73 1 index html for the address or the entry column of the URL PROJECTOR ADJUSTMENT POWER LOGOFF PROJECTOR ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS PICTURE 2 VOLUME BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR HUE SHARPNESS vy SOURCE SELECT 6 COMPUTER COMPUTER VIDEO SVIDEO JLw VIEWER NETWORK USB DISPLAY PmoxcronsmTUS LAMP LIFE REMAINING 100 ERROR STATUS LAMP HOURS USED NORMAL OPERATION FILTER HOURS USED 7 hrs Copyright C NEC Display Solutions Ltd 2010 All rights reserved POWER This controls t
173. stance between lens center and screen center Throw distance D Vertical distance between lens center and screen bottom top of screen for ceiling ap plication Throw angle NOTE The values in the tables are design values and Screen bottom may vary M350X M300X M260X M230X Screen Size B C Diagonal Width Height wide tele wide tele inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm degree degree 25 635 20 508 15 381 5 131 26 649 44 1107 2 60 11 4 6 7 30 762 24 610 18 457 6 157 31 788 53 1337 3 71 11 3 6 7 40 1016 32 813 24 610 8 210 42 1066 71 1798 4 95 11 1 6 6 60 1524 48 1219 36 914 12 314 64 1622 107 2720 6 143 11 0 6 6 72 1829 58 1463 43 1097 15 377 77 1956 129 3273 7 171 10 9 6 6 80 2032 64 1626 48 1219 17 419 86 2178 143 3642 8 191 10 9 6 6 84 2134 67 1707 50 1280 17 440 90 2289 151 3827 8 200 10 9 6 6 90 2286 72 1829 54 1372 19 471 97 2456 162 4103 8 214 10 9 6 6 100 2540 80 2032 60 1524 21 524 108 2734 180 4564 9 238 10 8 6 5 120 3048 96 2438 72 1829 25 629 130 3290 216 5486 11 286 10 8 6 5 150 3810 120 3048 90 2286 31 786 162 4124 270 6869 14 357 10 8 6 5 180 4572 144 3658 108 2743 37 943 195 4958 325 8252 17 429 10 8 6 5 200 5080 160 4064 120 3048 41 1
174. stands for Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine It is a standard developed by the American College of Radiol ogy ACR and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association NEMA The standard specifies how digital image data can be moved from system to system DETAIL SETTINGS WHITE BALANCE REFERENCE PRESENTATION CONTRAST R i 0 GAMMA CORRECTION BLACK DETAIL GD CONTRAST G GU CONTRAST B i GEM DYNAMIC CONTRAST OFF GT BRIGHTNESS R 4 BRIGHTNESS G 4 em BRIGHTNESS 4 _ _____ gt Gu EXIT MOVE MOVE CID SELECT MOVE MOVE 74 5 Using On Screen Menu GENERAL Storing Your Customized Settings REFERENCE This function allows you to store your customized settings in PRESET 1 to PRESET 7 First select a base preset mode from REFERENCE then set GAMMA CORRECTION and COLOR TEMPERA TURE HIGH BRIGHT Recommended for use in a brightly lit room PRESENTATION Recommended for making a presentation using a PowerPoint file VIDEO Recommended for typical TV program viewing MOVIE Recommended for movies GRAPHIC Recommended for graphics SRGB Standard color values DICOM SIM Recommended for DICOM simulation format Selecting Gamma Correction Mode GAMMA CORRECTION Each mode is recommended for DYNA
175. tallShield Wiz License Agreement Please read the following license agreement carefully IEND USER LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS IT PROVIDES THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE IBY CLICKING ON THE I accept the terms in the license agreement BUTTON YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT CLICK THE I do not accept the terms in the license agreement BUTTON AND THE INSTALLATION PROCESS WILL NOT orne Read END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT carefully 4 If you agree click I accept the terms in the license agreement and then click Next Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation e When the installation is complete you will return to the menu window 37 3 Convenient Features TIP Uninstalling Virtual Remote Tool Preparation Exit Virtual Remote Tool before uninstalling To uninstall Virtual Remote Tool the Windows user account must have Administrator privilege Windows 7 and Windows Vista or Computer Administrator privilege Windows XP For Windows 7 Windows Vista 1 Click Start and then Control Panel The Control Panel window will be displayed 2 Click Uninstall a program under Programs The Programs and Features window will be displayed 3 Select Virtual Remote Tool and click it 4 Click Uninsta
176. ted air is exhausted from here Lens Cover Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever gt page 20 Adjustable Tilt Foot gt page 20 M420X M420XV Zoom Lever page 21 Focus Ring gt page 23 Ventilation outlet Heated air is exhausted from here Lens Cover Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever gt page 20 Adjustable Tilt Foot gt page 20 M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Focus Lever gt page 23 Lens Ventilation outlet Heated air is exhausted from here Remote Sensor gt page 11 Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever gt page 20 Adjustable Tilt Foot gt page 20 1 Introduction Controls gt page 8 Ventilation inlet Filter Cover page 115 123 Remote Sensor page 11 Lens Controls gt page 8 Ventilation inlet Filter Cover gt page 117 125 Remote Sensor page 11 Lens Controls gt page 8 Ventilation inlet Filter Cover page 117 125 Lens Cap Rear M350X M300X M260X M230X M300W M260W Port Cover for Optional USB Wireless LAN Unit When using the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit first remove the cover page 111 Monaural Speaker 10 W Terminal Panel page 9 Built in Security Slot AC Input Connect the supplied power cord s three pin plug here and plug the other end into an active wall outlet gt page 15 M420X M420XV Port Cover for Optional USB Wireless LAN Unit When using the optional USB
177. the Wi Fi Alli ance Blu ray is a trademark of Blu ray Disc Association Other product and company names mentioned in this user s manual may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders GPL LGPL Software Licenses The product includes software licensed under GNU General Public License GPL GNU Lesser General Public License LGPL and others For more information on each software see readme pdf inside the about GPL amp LGPL folder on the supplied CD ROM NOTES 1 The contents of this user s manual may not be reprinted in part or whole without permission 2 The contents of this user s manual are subject to change without notice 3 Great care has been taken in the preparation of this user s manual however should you notice any questionable points errors or omissions please contact us 4 Notwithstanding article 3 NEC will not be responsible for any claims on loss of profit or other matters deemed to result from using the Projector Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC projector and keep the manual handy for future reference 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 A THERE ARE HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS
178. the inside of the projector becomes cool enough 127 8 Appendix Common Problems amp Solutions Power Status Lamp Indicator on page 127 Problem Does not turn on or shut down Check These Items Check that the power cord is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control is on pages 15 16 Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly page 122 Check to see if the projector has overheated If there is insufficient ventilation around the projector or if the room where you are presenting is particularly warm move the projector to a cooler location Check to see if you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life If so replace the lamp After replacing the lamp reset the lamp hours used page 120 The lamp may fail to light Wait a full minute and then turn on the power again Set FAN MODE to HIGH ALTITUDE when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher Using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet 1600 meters or higher without setting to HIGH ALTITUDE can cause the projector to overheat and the projector could shut down If this happens wait a couple minutes and turn on the projector page 87 If you turn on the projector immediately after the lamp is turned off the fans run without displaying an image for some time and then the projector will display
179. the power cord 15 Step 2 Turning on the projector page 16 V Step 3 Selecting a source page 18 9 Step 4 Adjusting the picture size and position page 19 e Correcting keystone distortion KEYSTONE page 24 9 Step 5 Adjusting a picture and sound Optimizing a computer signal automatically page 26 Turning up or down volume page 26 9 Step 6 e Making a presentation V Step 7 e Turning off the projector page 27 9 Step 8 e After use page 28 14 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation Connecting Your Computer Connecting the Power Cord 1 Connect your computer to the projector This section will show you a basic connection to a computer For information about other connections see 6 Installation and Connections on page 104 Connect the computer cable VGA between the projectors COMPUTER 1 IN connector and the computer s port mini D Sub 15 Pin Turn two thumb screws of both connectors to fix the computer cable VGA 2 Connect the supplied power cord to the projector First connect the supplied power 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 wall outlet The projector s power indicator will flash for a few seconds and then will light orange standby mode The STATUS indicator will also light green This will apply for both indicators w
180. tilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build up of heat inside your projector Allow at least 4 inches 10cm of space between your projector and a wall Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet on the left front when seen from the front as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and immediately after the projector is turned off Parts of the projector may become tem porarily heated if the projector is turned off with the POWER button or if the AC power supply is disconnected during normal projector operation Use caution when picking up the projector HOT 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 service personnel Do not place any objects on top of the projector Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm Doing so can cause electrical shock or fire The projector is designed to operate on a power supply of 100 240V AC 50 60 Hz Ensure that your power supply fits this requirement before attempting to use your projector Do not look into the lens while the projector is on Serious damage to your eyes could result Important Information Keep any items magnifying glass etc out o
181. till present when the projector is turned off the AUTO POWER ON COMP1 will not work and the projector remains in standby mode Enabling Power Management AUTO POWER OFF When this option is selected you can enable the projector to automatically turn off at the selected time 5min 10min 20min 30min if there is no signal received by any input or if no operation is performed Selecting Default Source DEFAULT SOURCE SELECT You can set the projector to default to any one of its inputs each time the projector is turned on EAST unt Sets the projector to default to the previous or last active input each time the projector is turned on AUTO Searches for an active source in order of COMPUTER1 COMPUTER2 HDMI VIDEO S VIDEO gt VIEWER USB DISPLAY COMPUTER and displays the first found source COMPUTER Displays the computer signal from the COMPUTER 1 IN connector every time the projector is turned on COMPUTER Displays the computer signal from the COMPUTER 2 IN connector every time the projector is turned on Displays the digital source from the HDMI IN connector every time the projector is turned on Displays the Video source from the VIDEO IN connector every time the projector is turned on Displays the Video source from the S VIDEO IN connector every time the projector is turned on Displays slides or plays back movie files from the USB memory device every time the projector is turned
182. ting to a Wireless LAN Optional NPO2LM series page 111 and 9 Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser page 44 Step 3 Start Image Express Utility Lite 1 On Windows click Start All programs NEC Projector UserSupportware Image Express Utility Lite Image Express Utility Lite Image Express Utility Lite will start The select window for network connection will be displayed 2 Select Network and click The select window for destination will show a list of connectable projectors e When connecting the computer directly to the projector by one to one Easy Connection is recommended Select Network Port Please select the network port Type Name Use the same network port in the future this can be changed in the options e When one or more networks for EASY CONNECTION are found the Easy Connection Selection Screen window will be displayed check for the network available for connected projectors from the menu select INFO WIRELESS LAN gt SSID 54 3 Convenient Features 3 Select the projector you wish to connect and click Connect The target selection window will be displayed 4 Place a check mark for projectors to be connected and then click Connect When one or more projectors are displayed from the menu on the projector select INFO WIRELESS LAN IP ADDRESS When connectin
183. to use PC Control Utility Pro 4 see Help of PC Control Utility Pro 4 page 52 Step 1 Install PC Control Utility Pro 4 on the computer Step 2 Connect the projector to a LAN page 52 Step 3 Start PC Control Utility Pro 4 page 52 To run PC Control Utility Pro 4 on Windows XP Home Edition and Windows XP Professional Microsoft NET Framework Version 2 0 or later is required The Microsoft NET Framework Version 2 0 or later is available from Microsofts web page Download and install the it on your computer TIP PC Control Utility Pro 4 can be used with a serial connection Step 1 Install PC Control Utility Pro 4 on the computer NOTE e To install or uninstall the program the Windows user account must have Administrator privilege Windows 7 Windows Vista and Windows XP e Exit all running programs before installation If another program is running the installation may not be completed 1 Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The menu window will be displayed E NEC Projector Users Manual amp User Supportware NEC Projector NEC User s Manual amp User Supportware i man 50 3 Convenient Features TIP If the menu window will not be displayed try the following procedure For Windows 7 1 Click start on Windows 2 Click All Programs Accessories gt Run 3 Type your CD ROM drive nam
184. ts such as alcohol or thinner When cleaning the ventilation slits or the speaker using a vacuum cleaner do not force the brush of the vacuum cleaner into the slits of the cabinet Vacuum the dust off the ventilation slits e Clogged ventilation slits may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the projector resulting in malfunction e Do not scratch or hit the cabinet with your fingers or any hard objects e Contact your dealer for cleaning the inside of the projector NOTE Do not apply volatile agent such as insecticide on the cabinet the lens or the screen Do not leave a rubber or vinyl product in prolonged contact with it Otherwise the surface finish will be deteriorated or the coating may be stripped off 119 7 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp and the Filters When the lamp reaches the end of its life the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will blink red and the message THE LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP AND FILTER will appear Even though the lamp may still be working replace the lamp to maintain the optimal projector performance After replacing the lamp be sure to clear the lamp hour meter page 97 CAUTION DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used It will be extremely hot Turn the projector off and then disconnect the power cord Allow at least one hour for the lamp to cool before handling e Use the specified lamp for safet
185. ttings 27 2 Projecting an Image Basic Operation D After Use Preparation Make sure that the projector is turned off 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Disconnect any other cables Hemove the USB memory if it is inserted into the projector 3 Retract adjustable tilt foot if extended e Do not touch the lens 4 Slide the lens cover to the right to cover the lens Short throw model M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS M260WS Place each catch on the bottom of the lens cap into two grooves of the projector Q Push the top of the lens cap to cover the lens 5 Put the projector and accessories in the supplied soft case Place the projector in the soft case with the lens facing upward as shown below This is to prevent the lens from damage Insert the projector with the lens facing upward NOTE e When placing the projector in the soft case retract the tilt foot and the rear feet Failure to do so may case damage to the projec tor The M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS M260XS M300WS and M260WS do not come with a soft case CAUTION Use caution when putting the projector in the soft case immediately after the projector has been operating The projector cabinet is hot 28 3 Convenient Features Q Turning off the Image and Sound Press the AV MUTE button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time Press again to restore the image and sound The projector s power
186. u to your new projector and describes the features and controls Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector This projector is one of the very best projectors available today The projector enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches 110 inches on short throw models across measured diagonally from your PC or Macintosh computer desktop or notebook VCR DVD player or document camera 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 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 Features you ll enjoy e Quick start 3 seconds Quick Power Off 0 seconds Direct Power Off 3 seconds after turning on the power the projector is ready to display PC or video images The projector can be put away immediately after the projector is powered down No cool down period is required after the projector is turned off from the remote control or cabinet control panel The projector has a feature called Direct Power Off Th
187. urn off the projector and unplug the power cord Wait 3 minutes then connect the power cord and turn on the projector Exiting the Viewer 1 Press the MENU button with the slide screen or the thumbnail screen displayed The control bar or the pop up menu will be dis played 2 Press the MENU button again The on screen menu will be displayed 3 Select a source other than VIEWER and press the ENTER button The Viewer will be exited 918 08 SESEL TC EXT MOVE MOVE TIP To exit the Viewer using the remote control select a source other than VIEWER 62 Parts of each screen The Viewer has four screens 1 Viewer start screen 2 3 Thumbnail screen 7 4 Using the Viewer 9 Slide screen 11 Slideshow screen 10 12 Name Description 1 Viewer start screen This screen will be displayed first when you select the Viewer 2 USB icon This icon indicates that the USB memory is inserted into the projector 3 Thumbnail screen This screen will show a list of folders and image files stored in the USB memory The JPEG Exif files will be displayed in thumbnail screen only The maximum number of image files or folders within one page is different depending on the model M350X M300X M260X M230X M420X M420XV M350XS M300XS and M260XS are 5 by 4 M300W M260W M300WS and M260WS are 6 by 4 4 Cursor The cursor is us
188. uter to use Virtual Remote Tool Using a switcher or other cables than the supplied computer cable VGA may cause failure in signal communication VGA cable connector Pin Nos 12 and 15 are required for DDC CI Virtual Remote Tool may not work depending on your computer s specifications and version of graphic adapters or drivers To run Virtual Remote Tool on Windows XP Home Edition and Windows XP Professional Microsoft NET Framework Version 2 0 or later is required The Microsoft NET Framework Version 2 0 or later is available from Microsoft s web page Download and install the it on your computer Logo data graphics that can be sent to the projector with Virtual Remote Tool has the following restrictions Only via serial or LAN connection File size 64 KB or less Image size resolution Horizontal 699 dots x vertical 499 dots or less Number of colors 256 colors or less The logo data that is sent with Virtual Remote Tool will be displayed at the center of the screen Its surrounding will be painted out in the same color as one for 1 dot at top left TIP e The projectors COMPUTER connector supports DDC CI Display Data Channel Command Interface DDC CI is a standard interface for bidirectional communication between display projector and computer Step 1 Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer NOTE To install Virtual Remote Tool the Windows user account must have Administrator privilege Windo
189. ws 7 Windows Vista and Windows XP Exit all running programs before installing Virtual Remote Tool If another program is running the installation may not be com pleted 1 Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The menu window will be displayed MANECProjectorUsersManusl UserSuppotwee NEC Projector NEC User s Manual amp User Supportware Pleasc read this first Instaling Viewal Remote Too imago Exproso Uti Lite Instaling PC Control Pro 36 3 Convenient Features TIP If the menu window will not be displayed try the following procedure For Windows 7 1 Click start on Windows 2 Click All Programs Accessories gt Run 3 Type your CD ROM drive name example Q and LAUNCHER EXE in Name example LAUNCHER EXE 4 Click the menu window will be displayed 2 Click Install Virtual Remote Tool on the menu window The installation will start Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Virtual Remote Tool The InstallShield R Wizard wil install Virtual Remote Tool on your computer To continue dick Next WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties When the installation is complete the Welcome window will be displayed 3 Click Next END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT screen will be displayed irtual Remote Tool Ins
190. y and performance e DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS except one lamp cover screw and two lamp housing screws You could receive an electric shock e Do not break the glass on the lamp housing Keep finger prints off the glass surface on the lamp housing Leaving finger prints on the glass surface might cause an unwanted shadow and poor picture quality The projector will turn off and go into standby mode when you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life If this happens be sure to replace the lamp If you continue to use the lamp after the lamp reaches the end of its 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 NOTE This message will be displayed under the following conditions e for one minute after the projector has been powered on e when the POWER button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the remote control is pressed To turn off the message press any button on the projector cabinet or the remote control Optional lamp and tools needed for replacement e Phillips screwdriver plus head e Replacement lamp NP15LP M300X M260X M230X M260W M260XS NP16LP M350X M300W M300XS M260WS NP17LP M420XM M420XV M350XS M300WS Flow of Replacing the Lamp and the Filters Step 1 Replace the lamp St

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