NEC Np2000 Lcd Projector Users Manual

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2. Installation and Connections
Inserting the PC Card
1. Make sure the main power is off before inserting the
PC card. (This step is needed only when the wireless
LAN card being inserted into the projectors PC CARD
slot)
2. Hold the PC card horizontally and insert it slowly into
the PC card slot with its top facing up.
The eject button pops out once the PC card is fully inserted.
Check that the PC card is fully inserted.
NOTE: Do not try to force the PC card into the slot or you may bend
the pins inside the slot.
Inserting and Removing a PC Card
To insert the NEC optional wireless LAN card or a PC memory card (also referred to as PC card in this manual), follow
the steps below.
CAUTION:
*Direction for Inserting the PC Card
The PC card has a top and bottom and must be inserted into the PC card slot in a specific direction. It cannot
be inserted backwards or upside-down.
Attempting to force it into the slot in the wrong direction may break the internal pin and damage the card slot.
Refer to the PC cards operating instructions for the proper direction of insertion.
*Back up your PC cards data in case it will need to be restored.
*To prevent electrostatic discharge damage to the wireless LAN card, wear an anti-static wrist strap. If no wrist
strap is available, ground yourself by touching metal such as a door knob.
*Always insert or remove the wireless LAN card when the main power is turned off. Failure to do so may cause
projector malfunction or damage to the wireless LAN card. If the projector will not work correctly, turn off the
projector, wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on.
PC card (not supplied)
A dummy card is inserted into the PC CARD slot at the time of
shipment. First remove the dummy cards before use.
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2. Installation and Connections
NOTE: Some PC cards cannot be used based on their size and shape.
PC Card Type
The PC Card slot accepts PCMCIA Type II only.
NOTE: The projector does not support NTFS formatted flash memory card or USB memory device.
Be sure to use a flash memory card or USB memory device formatted with the FAT32, FAT16 or FAT file system.
To format your flash memory card or USB memory device in your computer, refer to the document or help file that comes with your
Windows operating systems.
Removing the PC Card
1. Make sure that the PC CARD access indicator is not lit. (This
step is needed only when the PC memory card being inserted
into the projector’s PC CARD slot.)
NOTE: The PC CARD access indicator lights while its data is being accessed.
2. To remove the wireless LAN card, make sure that the main power
is off. (This step is needed only when the wireless LAN card be-
ing inserted into the projectors PC CARD slot)
3. Press the eject button slowly. The eject button pops out a little.
4. Press the eject button slowly again.
5. Grasp the edges of the PC card and pull it out.
PC Card Lock
The supplied PC card lock prevents a PC card or an optional wireless LAN card from being ejected during use.
The screw for the PC card lock is mounted under the PC card slot on the rear side of the projector. To attach the PC
card lock to the projector, first remove the screw and use it.
Wireless LAN car
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PC card lock
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2. Installation and Connections
Connecting the Supplied Power Cable
Connect the supplied power cable to the projector.
First connect the supplied power cables three-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug
of the supplied power cable in the wall outlet.
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TIP: To turn off the AC power supply when the projector is powered on, use a power strip equipped with a switch and a breaker.
TIP: The projector can be unplugged during its cool down period after it is turned off.
CAUTION:
Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet on the left front (when seen from the front) as it can become heated white
the projector is turned on and immediately after the projector is turned off.
CAUTION:
Do not unplug the power cable from the wall outlet or projector when the project is powered on. Doing so can cause
damage to the AC IN connector of the projector and (or) the prong plug of the power cable. About 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) using a power strip equipped with a switch and a breaker.
NOTE: Before using Direct Power Off, be sure to allow at least 20 minutes immediately after turning on the projector and starting to
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen.

 Turning on the Projector
NOTE:
•The projector has two power switches: a main power switch and a POWER (ON/STAND BY) button (POWER ON and OFF on the
remote control).
•When plugging in or unplugging the supplied power cable, make sure that the main power switch is pushed to the off (
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position. Failure to do so may cause damage to the projector.
•The projector has a feature to prevent itself from being used by unauthorized individuals. To use this feature, register a keyword.
(→ page 45)
1. Remove the lens cap.
•Do not try to remove the lens cap by pulling on the string.
Doing so can cause damage.
2. To turn on the main power to the projector, press the
Main Power switch to the on position ( I ).
•The projector will go into standby mode. When in standby
mode, the POWER indicator will light orange and the
STATUS indicator will light green.
3.After making sure that the projector is in standby
mode, press the POWER (ON/STAND BY) or POWER
(ON) button for a minimum of 2 seconds when the
STATUS indicator goes off and the POWER indicator
starts blinking.
When the POWER indicator turns a steady green, and
the projector is ready to use.
•After you turn on your projector, ensure that the computer
or video source is turned on and that your lens cap is
removed.
NOTE: When no signal is available, a blue, black or logo screen is displayed.
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3. 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 21 menu languages.
To select a menu language, follow these steps:
1. Use the SELECT  button to select one of the 21 lan-
guages for the menu.
2. Press the ENTER button to execute the selection.
NOTE:
•The projector cannot be turned off for 60 seconds after the lamp is turned on and while the POWER indicator is blinking green.
•If you turn on the projector immediately after the lamp is turned off or when the ambient temperature is high, the cooling fans will
run for a moment and then you will get an image on the screen.
•Immediately after turning on the projector, screen flicker may occur. This is normal. Wait 3 to 5 minutes until the lamp lighting is
stabilized.
•When the Lamp mode is set to Eco, the Lamp indicator will light green.
•If one of the following things happens, the projector will not turn on.
-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 projectors
internal components to cool down.
-When the lamp reaches its end of usable life, the projector will not turn on. If this happens, replace the lamp.
(→ page 11 0)
-If 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.
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3. To close the menu, press the EXIT button.
After this has been done, you can proceed to the menu op-
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If you want, you can select the menu language later. (→ [Lan-
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
 Selecting a Source
Selecting the computer or video source
Detecting the Signal Automatically
Press and hold the SOURCE button for a minimum of 1 second, the projector will
search for the next available input source. Each time you press and hold the
SOURCE button for a minimum of 1 second, the input source will change as
follows:
Computer1 → Computer2 → Computer3 → Component → Video → S-Video →
Viewer → Computer1 → ...
If no input signal is present, the input will be skipped. When the input source you
wish to project is displayed, release the button.
Using the Remote Control
Press any one of the COMPUTER 1/2/3, COMPONENT, VIDEO, S-VIDEO,
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Press and quickly release the SOURCE button on the projector cabinet to display
the Source list. Each time the SOURCE button is pressed, the input source will
change as follows: “Computer 1/2/3”, “Component”, “Video” (VCR or laser disc
player), “S-Video”, “Viewer” (slides on a PC card) or “LAN” (LAN port [RJ-45] or
wireless LAN card).
To display the selected source, press the ENTER button.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
Use the lens shift dials, the adjustable tilt foot levers, the zoom lever or the focus ring to adjust the picture size and
position.
 Adjusting the Picture Size and Position
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NOTE*1: Adjust the throw angle (the height of an image) when the image position is higher than the lens shift adjustable range.
NOTE*2: See 
  Correcting Keystone Distortion on page 31 for Keystone.
* In the above drawings, cables are omitted for clarity.
Adjusting the focus
[Focus ring]
Adjusting the throw angle (the height of an image)
[Tilt foot] *1Finely adjusting the size of an image
[Zoom lever]
Adjusting the left and right tilt of an image
[Tilt foot]Adjusting the keystone correction
[Keystone] *2 Adjusting the position of a projected image
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
Adjusting the position of a projected image
•Rotate the lens shift dial.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
Adjusting the focus (Focus ring)
•Rotate the focus ring to make focus adjustment.
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Finely adjusting the size of an image (Zoom lever)
•Rotate the zoom lever to adjust the image size on the screen.
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Adjusting 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 during its
cool down period after it is turned off.
2. Push up the Adjustable Tilt Foot Levers on the right and left sides
of the projector to extend the adjustable tilt feet (maximum height).
3. Lower the front of the projector to the desired height.
4. Release the Adjustable Tilt Foot lever to lock the Adjustable tilt foot.
There is approximately 10 degrees (up) of adjustment for the front of the
projector.Adjustable Tilt
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Adjustable Tilt
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NOTE: Your Keystone correction data can be reset by pressing and holding the
3D REFORM button for a minimum of 2 seconds.
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 projector can cause damage to the projector.
TIP: For operating the [Keystone] screen, see  Correcting Keystone Distortion
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