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6. Maintenance
 Replacing the Lamp
When the lamp reaches the end of its life, the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will blink red. 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 69)
 CAUTION
• DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot. Turn the projector off, 
wait 30 seconds, turn off the main power switch and then disconnect the power cable. Allow at least one hour for 
the lamp to cool before handling.
•  DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS except one lamp cover screw and two lamp housing screws. You could receive 
an electric shock.
•  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:
• for one minute after the projector has been powered on
•  when the 
 (POWER) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on th\
e remote control is pressed
To turn off the message, press any button on the projector cabinet or the\
 remote control.
To replace the lamp:
 Optional lamp and tools needed for replacement:
• Replacement lamp NP07LP 
						

							
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2. Remove the lamp housing.
(1)  Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condi
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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.
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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.
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5. Connect the supplied power cable, turn on the Main Power switch and turn on the projector.
6.  Finally, select the menu 
→ [RESET] → [CLEAR LAMP HOURS] to reset the lamp usage hours.
NOTE: When you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life, the projector 
cannot turn on and the menu is not displayed.
If this happens, press the HELP button on the remote control for 10 seco\
nds to reset the lamp clock back to zero.
When the lamp time clock is reset to zero, the LAMP indicator goes out.
 
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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.
3. Install a new lamp housing.
(1)  Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket. 
CAUTION
Do not use a lamp other than the NEC replacement lamp NP07LP.
Order this from your NEC dealer.
(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. 
						

							
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7. Appendix
1 Troubleshooting
This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector.
Indicator Messages
Power Indicator
Indcator CondtonProjector CondtonNote
OffThe main power is off–
Blinking lightGreen0.5 sec On,0.5 sec OffThe projector is getting ready to turn on.Wait for a moment.
2.5 sec On,0.5 sec OffOff Timer is enabled. 
–
Orange0.5 sec On,0.5 sec OffThe projector is cooling down.Wait for a moment.
Steady lightGreenThe projector is turned on.–
OrangeThe projector is in Standby.–
Status Indicator
Indcator Condton
Projector CondtonNote
OffNormal  or  Standby  ([POWER-SAVING]  for [STANDBY MODE])–
Blinking lightRed1  cycle  (0.5  sec  On, 2.5 sec Off)Lamp cover error or lamp housing errorReplace  the  lamp  cover  or  lamp housing correctly.
2  cycle  (0.5  sec  On, 0.5 sec Off)Temperature errorThe projector is overheated. Move the projector to a cooler location.
3  cycle  (0.5  sec  On, 0.5 sec Off)Power errorPower  unit  is  not  working  properly. Contact your dealer.
4  cycle  (0.5  sec  On, 0.5 sec Off)Fan errorFans will not work correctly.
6  cycle  (0.5  sec  On, 0.5 sec Off)Lamp errorLamp fails to light. Wait a full minute and then turn on again.
GreenRe-firing the lamp (The projector is cooling down.)The projector is re-firing.Wait for a moment.
Steady lightGreenStandby ([NORMAL] for [STANDBY MODE])–
OrangeCabinet button is lockedYou  have  pressed  cabinet  button when Cabinet Button is locked.
Lamp Indicator
Indcator CondtonProjector CondtonNote
OffNormal–
Blinking lightRedLamp has reached its end of life. Lamp re-placement message will be displayed.Replace the lamp.
Steady lightRedLamp  has  been  used  beyond  its  limit.  The projector  will  not  turn  on  until  the  lamp  is replaced.
Replace the lamp.
GreenLamp mode is set to Eco mode–
Over-Temperature Protecton
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 cable 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.
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Common Problems & Solutions (→ “Power/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 75.)
Does not turn onor shut down
Will turn off
No picture
Picture suddenly becomes dark
Color tone or hue is unusual
Image isn’t square to the screen
Picture is blurred
Flicker appears on screen
Image is scrolling vertically, horizontally or both
Remote control does not work
Indicator is lit or blinking
Cross color in RGB mode
Problem Check These Items
For more information contact your dealer.
• Check  that  the  power  cable  is  plugged  in  and  that  the  power  button  on  the  projector  cabinet  or  the  remote control is on. (→ pages 21 and 32)
•  Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly. (→ page 74)
•  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 t\
o a cooler location.
•  Check to see if the lamp usage exceeds 3100 hours (up to 4100 hours : E\
co mode). If so, replace the lamp.
  After replacing the lamp, reset the lamp hours used. (
→ page 69)
•  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 63)
  Also when the lamp is turned off, the projector internal temperature is \
hot. If the power is turned on before 
the projector has cooled down, the fan will run a short time before the \
lamp will turn on.
•  Ensure that the [AUTO POWER OFF] or [OFF TIMER] is off. (
→ page 65,66)
•  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 24) 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 51)
•  Remove the lens cap.
•  Reset the settings or adjustments to factory preset levels using the [RESET] in the Menu. (
→ page 69)
•  Enter your registered keyword if the Security function is enabled. (→ page 36)
•  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.
* If the 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.
•  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 63)
•  Check if an appropriate color is selected in [WALL COLOR]. If so, select an appropriate option. (
→ page 58)
•  Adjust [HUE] in [PICTURE]. (→ page 51)
•  Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. (
→ page 25)
•  Use the Keystone correction function to correct the trapezoid distortion\
. (→ page 28)
•  Adjust the focus. (
→ page 27)
•  Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. (→ page 25)
•  Ensure  that  the  distance  between  the  projector  and  screen  is  within  the  adjustment  range  of  the  lens. (→ page 11)
•  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 condensati\
on on the lens.
•  
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 63)
•  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 24)
•  Adjust the computer image manually with the Horizontal/Vertical in the [IMAGE OPTIONS]. (→ page 53)
•  Install new batteries.(
→ page 8)
•  Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the projector.
•  Stand within 22 feet (7 m) of the projector. (
→ page 8)
•  See the POWER/STATUS/LAMP Indicator. (
→ page 75)
•  Press the AUTO ADJ. button on the projector cabinet or the remote contro\
l. (
→ page 31)•  Adjust the computer image manually with [CLOCK]/[PHASE] in [IMAGE OPTION\
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If there s no pcture, or the pcture s not dsplayed 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 “0kHz”, 
this means there is no signal being output from the computer. (→ page 68 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 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.
•  Mirroring 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 
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7. Appendix
 Specifications
This section provides technical information about projector’s performance.
Model Number NP600/NP500/NP400/NP500W
OpticalNP600/NP500/NP400NP500W
LCD PanelNP600/NP500: 0.63 inch LCD with Micro Lens Array (Aspect Ratio 4:3)NP400: 0.63 inch LCD (Aspect Ratio 4:3)
0.59 inch LCD with Micro Lens Array (Aspect Ratio 16:10)
Resolution1024  768 pixels*1280  800 pixels*
LensManual zoom and focus
Zoom Ratio= 1–1.2F1.7–2.0  f= 19.8–23.7 mmZoom Ratio= 1–1.2F1.7–1.9  f= 17.7–21.2 mm
LampNP600: 230W AC (168W in ECO Mode)NP500/NP400: 210W AC (168W ECO Mode)230W AC (168W in ECO Mode)
Light Output**NP600: 3500 lumens (approx. 70% in ECO Mode)NP500: 3000 lumens (approx. 80% in ECO Mode)NP400: 2600 lumens (approx. 80% in ECO Mode)
3000 lumens (approx. 70% in ECO Mode)
Contrast Ratio(full white: full black)500:1
Image Size (Diagonal)21–300 inches/ 0.53 m–7.6 m
Projection Distance29–444 inches/0.7–11.3 m28–419 inches/0.7–10.6 m  
Projection AngleTele: 7.9°–8.3°/Wide: 9.5°–10.0°Tele: 7.6°–7.9°/Wide: 9.1°–9.5°
*   Effective pixels are more than 99.99%.
**   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.
Electrical
Inputs1 RGB/Component (D-Sub 15 P), 1 RGB (Digital/Analog, DVI-I 29 P, HDCP*** supported), 1 S-Video (DIN 4 P), 1 Video (RCA), 1 (L/R) RCA Audio, 2 Stereo Mini Audio
Outputs1 RGB (D-Sub 15P), 1 Stereo Mini Audio
PC Control1 PC Control Port (D-Sub 9P)
Wired LAN PortRJ-45
External ControlRS232, IR, Wired LAN
Color Reproduction16.7 million colors simultaneously, Full color
Compatible Signals****Analog: VGA/SVGA/XGA/WXGA/WXGA+/SXGA/SXGA+/UXGA 480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080iDigital: VGA/SVGA/XGA/WXGA/SXGA
Video BandwidthRGB: 80 MHz (Max.)
Horizontal Resolution540 TV lines: NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL60300 TV lines: SECAM
Scan RateHorizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz (RGB: 24 kHz or over)Vertical: 50 Hz to 120 Hz
Sync CompatibilitySeparate Sync / Composite Sync / Sync on G
Built-in Speaker7W (monaural)
***  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  DVI  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).
****  An image with higher or lower resolution than the projector’s native resolution (NP600/NP500/NP400: 
1024  768 / NP500W: 1280  800) will be displayed with Advanced AccuBlend. 
						

							
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Power RequirementNP600/NP500/NP400: 100–240V AC, 50/60HzNP600G/NP500G/NP400G: 200–240V AC, 50/60Hz
NP500W: 100–240V AC, 50/60HzNP500WG: 200–240V AC, 50/60Hz
Input CurrentNP600: 3.8–1.5ANP500/NP400: 3.5–1.4ANP600G: 1.8ANP500G/NP400G: 1.6A
NP500W: 3.8–1.5ANP500WG: 1.8A
Power ConsumptionNP600: 325W in Lamp NORMAL ModeNP500/NP400: 295W in Lamp NORMAL ModeN P 6 0 0 / N P 5 0 0 / N P 4 0 0 :  2 4 0 W   i n   L a m p   E C O Mode/11W  in  STANDBY  Mode/3W  in  POWER-SAVING Mode
325W  in  Lamp  NORMAL  Mode/:  240W  in  Lamp ECO Mode/11W in STANDBY Mode/3W in POWER-SAVING Mode
Mechanical
InstallationOrientation: Desktop/Front, Desktop/Rear, Ceiling/Front, Ceiling/Rear
Dimensions12.1" (W) 2 3.7" (H) 2 10.3" (D) /308 mm (W) 2 93.5 mm (H) 2 262 mm (D) (not including protrusions)
Weight6.57 lbs / 2.98 kg
Environmental ConsiderationsOperational 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)
RegulationsUL/C-UL Approved (UL 60950-1, CSA 60950-1)Meets DOC Canada Class B requirementsMeets FCC Class B requirementsMeets AS/NZS CISPR.22 Class BMeets EMC Directive (EN55022, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3)Meets Low Voltage Directive (EN60950-1, TÜV GS Approved)
For additional information visit:
US : http://www.necdisplay.com/
Europe : http://www.nec-display-solutions.com/
Global : http://www.nec-pj.com/
For information on our optional accessories, visit our website or see our brochure.
The specifications are subject to change without notice. 
						

							
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78 (3.1)
108.5 (4.3)
55.3 (2.2)
76 (3.0)308 (12.1)
 Cabinet Dimensions
Lens center
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Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector
 Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector
Signal Level
Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog)
Sync signal : TTL level
51 42 31011121314156 97 8
* Only COMPUTER 1 input connector supported.
 Pn No.   RGB Sgnal (Analog)  YCbCr Sgnal
  1  Red  Cr
  2  Green or Sync on Green  Y
  3  Blue  Cb
  4  Ground
  5  Ground
  6  Red Ground  Cr Ground
  7  Green Ground  Y Ground
  8  Blue Ground  Cb Ground
  9  No Connection
  10  Sync Signal Ground
  11  No Connection 
  12  Bi-directional DATA (SDA)*
  13 
Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync
 14  Vertical Sync
  15  Data Clock*