NEC Np110 Portable Projector Users Manual

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1. Introduction
 Introduction to the Projector
This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls.
Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector
This DLP™ projector is one of the very best projectors available today. The projector enables you to project precise 
images up to 300 inches (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*1. The remote control can be used wirelessly.
*1 Do not attempt to mount the projector on a ceiling yourself.
 The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk 
of bodily injury.
 In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector and the installation must be in accordance 
with any local building codes. Please consult your dealer for more information.
 
Features you'll enjoy:
•	 Quick	start	&	Quick	Power	Off
  7 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.
•	 Direct	Power	Off
 The projector has a feature called “Direct Power Off ”. This feature allows the projector to be turned off (even when 
projecting an image) by 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.
•	 Less	than	1W	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 0.49W (100-130V AC)/0.71W (200-240V AC).
•	 Carbon	Meter
	 This	feature	will	show	 energy-saving	 effect	in	terms	 of	CO2	 emission	 reduction	 (kg)	when	 the	projector’s	 [ECO	
MODE]	is	set	to	[ON].
 The amount of CO2 emission reduction will be displayed in the confirmation message at the time of power-off and 
in the INFO of the on-screen menu.
•	 7W	built-in	speaker	for	an	integrated	audio	solution
 Powerful 7 watt speaker provides volume need for large rooms.
•	 AUTO	POWER	ON	and	AUTO	POWER	OFF	features
 The AUTO POWER ON(AC), AUTO POWER ON(COMP.), AUTO POWER OFF, and OFF TIMER features eliminate 
the need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or projector cabinet.
•	 Preventing	unauthorized	use	of	the	projector
 Enhanced smart security settings for keyword protection, cabinet control panel lock, security slot, chain opening 
to	help	prevent	unauthorized	access,	adjustments	and	theft	deterrence.
•	 The	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.
•	 Integrated	RJ-45	connector	for	wired	networking	capacity	(NP215	only)
	 An	RJ-45	connector	is	equipped	as	standard	feature. 
						

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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.
In this user's manual the drawings of the projector show an example of NP215. 
						

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 Part Names of the Projector
Zoom Lever(→ page 22)
Controls(→ page 5)
Lens
Lens Cap
Built-in Security Slot (  )*
Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever(→ page 21)
Adjustable Tilt Foot(→ page 21)
Remote Sensor(→ page 7)
Front/Top
AC InputConnect the supplied power cable's three-pin plug here, and plug the other end into an active wall outlet. (→ page 16)
Terminal Panel(→ page 5)
Rear
* This security slot supports the MicroSaver ® Security System.
Ventilation (outlet)Heated air is ex-hausted from here.
Ventilation (inlet)
Lamp Cover(→ page 66)
Focus Ring(→ page 22)
Ventilation (inlet)
Monaural Speaker (7W)Rear Foot(→ page 21)
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.
Spacer (black rubber)To fine-adjust the height of the rear foot, remove the spacer and rotate the rear foot to the desired height. 
						

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Top Features
1.	 POWER	Button	(ON	/	STAND	 BY)	()	(→ page 17, 
26)
2. POWER Indicator (→ page 16, 17, 26, 68)
3.  STATUS Indicator (→ page 68)
4.	 LAMP	Indicator	(→ page 65, 68)
5.	 AUTO	ADJ. 	Button	(→ page 25)
6.	 SOURCE	Button	(→ page 19)
7.	 MENU	Button	(→ page 39)
8. △▽◁▷	/	Keystone	△▽	/	Volume	◁▷	Buttons
 (→ page 23, 25, 28)
9.	 ENTER	Button
10.	EXIT	Button
Terminal Panel Features
1.	 COMPUTER	 OUT	Connector	 (Mini	D-Sub	 15	Pin)	
(→ page 12)
2.	 C O M P U T E R	 I N /	C o m p o n e n t	 I n p u t	C o n n e c t o r	
(Mini	D-Sub	15	Pin)	(→ page 11, 12, 13)
3.	 VIDEO	IN	Connector	(RCA)	(→ page 14)
4.	 S-VIDEO	IN	Connector	(Mini	DIN	4	Pin)
 (→ page 14)
5.	 AUDIO	IN	Mini	Jack	(Stereo	Mini)
 (→ page 11, 12, 13, 14)
6.	 PC	CONTROL	Port	(D-Sub	9	Pin)	(→ page 76)
 Use  this  por t  to  connect  a  PC  or  control  system. 
This enables you to control the projector using serial 
communication  protocol.  If  you  are  writing  your  own 
program, typical PC control codes are on page 76.
7.	 LAN	Port	(RJ-45)	(NP215 only) (→ page 15)
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 Part Names of the Remote Control
1.
 Infrared Transmitter
 (→ page 7)
2.	 POWER	ON	Button
 (→ page 17)
3.	 POWER	OFF	Button
 (→ page 26)
4, 	5, 	6.	COMPUTER	1/2/3	Button
 (→ page 19) 
  (COMPUTER 2/3 button is not available on this series 
of projectors)
7.	 AUTO	ADJ. 	Button
 (→ page 25)
8.	 VIDEO	Button
 (→ page 19)
9.	 S-VIDEO	Button
 (→ page 19)
10.	VIEWER	Button
 (not available on this series of projectors)
11.	ID	SET	Button
 (→ page 56)
12.	Numeric	Keypad	Button/CLEAR	Button
 (→ page 56)
13.	FREEZE	Button
 (→ page 28)
14.	AV-MUTE	Button
 (→ page 28)
15.	MENU	Button
 (→ page 39)
16.	EXIT	Button	(→ page 39)
17.		Button	(→ page 39)
18.	ENTER	Button	(→ page 39)
19.	MAGNIFY	(+)(–)	Button
 (→ page 28)
20.	MOUSE	L-CLICK	Button*
 (→ page 34, 35)
21.	MOUSE	R-CLICK	Button*
 (→ page 34, 35)
22. PAGE /	Button*
 (→ page 34, 35)
23.	ECO	MODE	Button	(→ page 29)
24.	KEYSTONE	Button
 (→ page 24)
25.	PICTURE	Button
 (→ page 44, 45)
26.	VOL. 	(+)(–)	Button
 (→ page 25)
27.	ASPECT	Button
 (→ page 48)
28.	FOCUS/ZOOM	Button
 (not available on this series of projectors)
29.	HELP	Button
 (→ page 61)
* The PAGE /, MOUSE L-CLICK and MOUSE R-CLICK buttons work only when the optional remote mouse re-
ceiver (NP01MR) is connected with your computer. 
						

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Remote Control Precautions
•	 Handle	the	remote	control	carefully.
•	 If	the	remote	control	gets	wet,	wipe	it	dry	immediately.
•	 Avoid	excessive	heat	and	humidity.
•	 Do	not	heat,	take	apart,	or	throw	batteries	into	fire.
•	 If	you	will	not	be	using	the	remote	control	for	a	long	time,	remove	the	batteries.
•	 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
1Press firmly and slide the battery 
cover off.
2Install new batteries (AAA). Ensure 
that you have the batteries’ polarity 
(+/−)	aligned	correctly.
•	 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.
Battery Installation
7 m/22 feet
7 m/22 feet
Remote control
Remote sensor on projector cabinet
OPEN
3Slip  the  cover  back  over  the  bat-
teries  until  it  snaps  into  place.  Do 
not mix different types of batteries 
or new and old batteries.
Remote control 
						

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2. Installation and Connections
This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources.
Your projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first:
 Setting Up the Screen and the Projector
Selecting a Location
The	further	 your	projector	 is	from	 the	screen	 or	wall,	 the	larger	 the	image. 	The	 minimum	 size	the	image	 can	be	is	30"	
(0.76	 m)	measured	 diagonally	 when	the	projector	 is	roughly	 49	inches	 (1.3	m)	from	 the	wall	 or	screen. 	The	 largest	
the	image	 can	be	is	300"	 (7.6	m)	when	 the	projector	 is	about	 493	inches	 (12.5	m)	from	 the	wall	 or	screen. 	Use	 the	
chart below as a rough guide.
①	Set up a screen and the projector.
②	Connect your computer or video equip-
ment to the projector. See pages 11, 12, 
13, 14, 15.
③	Connect the supplied power cable. See 
page 16.
NOTE: Ensure that the power cable and any other 
cables are disconnected before moving the projec-
tor. When moving the projector or when it is not 
in use, cover the lens with the lens cap.
NOTE:
•	 The	distances	are	indicated	by	intermediate	values	between	tele	and	wide.	Use	as	a	rule	of	thumb.
•	 The	Zoom	lever	adjusts	the	image	size	up	to	+/-5%
•	 For	more	details	on	throw	distance,	see	next	page.
To the wall outlet.
300
240
200
180
150
120
100
60
40 8030
1.7m/65.5"2.5m/98.5"3.3m/131.5"4.2m/164"5.0m/197"6.3/246"7.5m/295.5"8.3m/328"10.0m/394"12.5m/492.5"
Distance (Unit: m/inch)
Lens center
Screen	Size	(diagonal:
	inch)
Screen	Size	(Unit:	cm/inch)
609.6(W) x 457.2(H) / 240(W) x 180(H)
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 90(H)
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)
1.3m/49"
61.0(W) x 45.7(H) / 24(W) x 18(H) 
						

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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
CD
B
Screen center
Lens center
Screen bottom
2.7"/68 mm
Installation surface
Screen SizeBCD(WIDE)a
DiagonalWidthHeightWide-TeleWide-Tele
inchmminchmminchmminchmminchmm-inchmminchmmdegree-degree
30762246101845712297 46 1180 -52 1320 3 69 14.0 -12.7 
401016328132461016396 62 1573 -69 1760 4 91 14.0 -12.7 
6015244812193691423594 93 2360 -104 2640 5 137 14.0 -12.7 
70177856142242106727693 108 2753 -121 3080 6 160 14.0 -12.7 
80203264162648121931792 124 3147 -139 3520 7 183 14.0 -12.7 
90228672182954137235891 139 3540 -156 3960 8 206 14.0 -12.7 
100254080203260152439990 155 3933 -173 4400 9 228 14.0 -12.7 
1203048962438721829471188 186 4720 -208 5280 11 274 14.0 -12.7 
15038101203048902286581486 232 5900 -260 6600 13 343 14.0 -12.7 
180457214436581082743701783 279 7080 -312 7920 16 411 14.0 -12.7 
200508016040641203048781981 310 7867 -346 8800 18 457 14.0 -12.7 
240609619248771443658942377 372 9440 -416 10560 22 548 14.0 -12.7 
2706858216548616241151052674 418 10620 -468 11880 24 617 14.0 -12.7 
3007620240609618045721172971 465 11800 -520 13200 27 685 14.0 -12.7 
B = Vertical distance between lens center and screen center
C = Throw distance
D = Vertical distance between lens center and bottom of screen(top of screen for ceiling application)
α = Throw angle
NOTE: The values in the tables are design values and may vary. 
						

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 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]	
is	 set	 automatically	 to	[ON]	 at	95°F	 to	104°F/35°C	
to	 40°C. 	Note	 that	[ECO]	 mode	will	be	set	 to	[ON]	
automatically	 at	86°F	 to	104°F/30°C	 to	40°C	 when	
used	in	[HIGH	ALTITUDE].)
•	 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.
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  buttons on your 
projector  cabinet  or  your  remote  control  to  correct  the 
orientation. (→ page 55) 
						

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COMPUTER IN
PHONE
PHONE
AUDIO IN
 Making Connections
Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer
NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode 
and before turning on the power to the notebook PC.
In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not turned on un\
less connected to the projector before being powered up.
* If 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.
VGA signal cable (supplied)To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the projector. It is recommended that you use a commercially available distribution amplifier if connecting a signal cable longer than the cable supplied.
IBM VGA or Compatibles (Notebook type) or Macintosh (Notebook type)
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.
•	 The	COMPUTER	IN	connector	supports	Plug	&	Play	(DDC2B).
NOTE:	For	older	 Macintosh,	 use	a	commercially	 available	pin	
adapter	(not	supplied)	to	connect	to	your	Mac's	video	port.
Stereo mini-plug audio cable (not supplied)