NEC Np60 Projector User Manual

							
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Auto Keystone Correction
The Auto Keystone correction feature will correct the vertical distortion of a projected image on the screen. No 
special operation required. Just place the projector on a fl at surface.
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
NOTE: When using the Auto Keystone function, heed the following:The vertical keystone angle can be corrected between 16 degrees upward and 16 degrees downward from level.
 The Auto Keystone correction will take effect in 2 seconds after changing the projection angle during projection.
 The left and right, or horizontal keystone distortion is not available.
 Place the projector so that the lens surface is parallel to the screen.
Also, adjust the height to keep the projector level by rotating the rear feet.
TIP:  To turn off the Auto Keystone function, from the menu select [Setup - General]  → [Auto Keystone] and select [Off]. ( → page 
41) Even when the menu setting for [Auto Keystone] is turned on, [Keystone] can be adjusted manually.
NOTE: Auto and Manual Keystone correction angle could be less than 16 degrees depending on some kinds of signal and aspect 
ratios.
NOTE: The Auto Keystone Correction feature can cause an image to be slightly blurred because the correction is made electroni-
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
➍
 Adjusting Focus Manually
Adjust the focus manually in the following cases:
•  When adjusting the focus out of the effective range of the automatic focus
•  When fi nely adjusting the focus
•  When the menu setting for [Auto Focus] is turned off
Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet
1.  Press the FOCUS button quickly.
  The focus adjustment screen will be displayed.
The focus adjustment screen will be closed if no button operation 
is made for 5 seconds.
TIP:  If the projector is placed within the effective focus range, press-
ing and holding the FOCUS for a minimum of 2 seconds starts the 
Auto Focus function.
 
2. Press the SELECT  ◀ or  ▶ button to adjust the focus.
3.  Press the EXIT button.
  The focus adjustment screen will be closed.
ENTEREXIT
MENU
UP
PAGE
OFF
POWER ON
PIC-MUTE
DOWN
FOCUS
Adjusting with the remote control
1.  Press the FOCUS + or - button.
  The focus adjustment screen will be displayed.
2.  Press the EXIT button.
  The focus adjustment screen will be closed.
• The focus adjustment screen will be closed if no button opera- tion is made for 5 seconds.
• Use the FOCUS + or - button to adjust the focus.
TIP:  Pressing the AUTO ADJ button on the remote control causes 
the Auto Focus to work when the Focus adjustment screen is dis-
played if the projector is placed within the effective focus range. 
						

							
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➎
 Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually
You can also correct the vertical keystone distortion manually.
NOTE: Manual keystone correction is not available when there is no signal received by any input.
Adjust the keystone distortion manually in the following cases:
•  To fi ne tune Keystone correction even after performing the [Auto Keystone] adjustment
•  When the menu setting for [Auto Keystone] is turned off
Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
1. Pres s the S EL ECT  ▲ or  ▼ button with no 
menus displayed.
  The slide bar will be displayed for your adjust- ment.
2.  Press the EXIT button.
  The slide bar will be closed.
Adjusting with the remote control
1.  Press the MENU button.
  The menu will be displayed.
2. Use the SELECT  ▼ button to select [Setup - 
General] and then press the ENTER button.
3.  Select the Keystone function.
  Use the SELECT  ▼ button to select [Keystone]. 
						

							
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SELECTAUTO
ADJ.
ON/STAND BY FOCUSLAMP
STATUS
POWER
SOURCE
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
[Poor picture]
[Normal picture]
➏
 Optimizing RGB Picture Automatically
Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust
This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the fi rst time.
Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet
•  Press the SELECT  ◀ button with no menus displayed.
  An RGB image will be optimized automatically after a few seconds.
Adjusting with the remote control •  Press the AUTO ADJ. button to optimize an RGB image automatically.
NOTE:
Some signals may take time to display or may not be displayed correctly. The Auto Adjust function does not work for component and video signals.
 If the Auto Adjust operation cannot optimize the RGB signal, try to adjust Horizontal/Vertical Position, Clock and Phase manu-
ally. ( → page 
40)
If performing the Auto Adjust function does not correct image positioning, vertical stripes (banding) or horizontal noise, per-
form the [Horizontal], [Vertical], [Clock] or [Phase] function from the menu to optimize the image. ( → page 
40)
Performing the [Horizontal], [Vertical], [Clock] or [Phase] function will store the adjustment values of the currently projecte d 
source into the projector’s memory.
The next time the same source (same resolution, horizontal and vertical frequencies) is projected; the projector will call up 
from memory the stored values for the source.
To clear the stored adjustment values, select the [Reset]  → [Current Signal] or [All Data] from the menu to reset the adjust-
ment values.
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LAMP MODE
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S-VIDEO
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AUTO ADJ.
COMPUTER
ASPECT HELP
FREEZE
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4.  Correct the vertical distortion.
  Use the SELECT  ◀ or  ▶ button to correct the vertical 
keystone distortion.
NOTE: The Keystone Correction feature can cause an image 
to be slightly blurred because the correction is made elec-
tronically.
5.  Press the EXIT button twice to close the menu. TIP:  You can save the changes using the Keystone Save 
feature when you turn off the projector. ( → page 
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 Turning off the Projector
To turn off the projector:
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
ENTEREXIT
MENU
UP
PAGE
OFF
POWER ON
PIC-MUTE
DOWN
FOCUSFirst, press the POWER (ON/STAND BY) button on the 
projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the re-
mote control. The “Power Off / Are you sure?” message 
will appear.
❽  After Use
Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off.
1.  Unplug the power cable.
2.  Disconnect any other cables.
3.  Retract adjustable tilt foot and rear foot if extended.
4.  Cover the lens with the lens cap.
5.  Put the projector and its accessories in the supplied soft case. Secondly, press the ENTER button or press the POW-
ER (ON/STAND BY) or the POWER OFF button again.
The power indicator will glow orange.
Immediately after turning on the projector and display-
ing an image, you cannot turn off the projector for 60 
seconds.
POWER
STATUS LAMP
POWER
STATUS LAMP
POWER
STATUS LAMP
Power On Fan running Standby
Steady green light Blinking or- ange lightSteady orange 
light
CAUTION:
Parts of the projector will become heated during operation. Use caution when picking up the projector immedi-
ately after it has been operating.
CAUTION:
Use caution when putting the projector in the soft case immediately after the projector has been operating.
The projector cabinet is hot.
About Direct Power Off
The projector has a feature called "Direct Power Off". This feature allows you to unplug the projector when project-
ing an image.
NOTE: Do not turn off the projector using the Direct Power Off function within 10 seconds of making adjustment or setting 
changes and closing the menu. Doing so can cause loss of adjustments and settings. 
						

							
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4. Convenient Features
➊ Turning off the Image
Press the PIC-MUTE button to turn off the image for a short period of 
time. Press again to restore the image.
MENU UP
PAGE
OFF
POWER ON
PIC-MUTEDOWN
FOCUS
➋  Freezing a Picture
Press the FREEZE button to freeze a picture. Press again to resume 
motion.
➌ Changing Lamp Mode
LAMP MODE
VOLUMES-VIDEO
VIDEO
L-CLICK
MOUSE
R-CLICK
AUTO ADJ.
COMPUTER
ASPECT HELP
FREEZE
PICTURE
The lamp life can be extended by using the Eco mode.
To change to the “Eco” mode, do the following: 
1.  Press the LAMP MODE button to display [Lamp Mode] screen.
2.  Use the SELECT  ▲ or  ▼ button to select [Eco] mode.
3. Press the ENTER button. Or press the SELECT  ▶ button to se-
lect [OK] and press the ENTER button.
  To cancel it, select [Cancel] and press the ENTER button. To change from [Eco] to [Normal], Go back to Step 2 and select 
[Normal]. Repeat Step 3.
Lamp Mode Description Status of LAMP indicator
Normal Mode This is the default setting (100% 
Brightness). Off
Eco Mode Select this mode to increase the 
lamp life (NP60: approx. 80% 
Brightness, NP50/NP40: approx. 
90% Brightness). Steady Green light
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LAMP MODE
VOLUMES-VIDEO
ASPECT HELP FREEZE
PICTURE
➍
 Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector
A keyword can be set for your projector using the Menu to avoid operation by an unauthorized user. When a key-
word is set, turning on the projector will display the Keyword input screen. Unless the correct keyword is entered, 
the projector cannot project an image. 
To enable the Security function:
1.  Press the MENU button.
  The menu will be displayed.
2. Use SELECT  ▲ or  ▼ button to select [Setup - Installation]  → [Security] and press the ENTER button.
  The Off/On menu will be displayed. 
						

							
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4. Convenient Features
3.  Select [On] and press the ENTER button.
  The [Security Keyword] screen will be displayed.
4.  Type in a combination of the four SELECT ▲▼◀ ▶ buttons and press the ENTER button.
NOTE: A keyword must be 4 to 10 digits in length.
  The [Confirm Keyword] screen will be displayed.
5.  Type in the same combination of SELECT  ▲▼◀ ▶ buttons and press the ENTER button. 
  The confirmation screen will be displayed.
6.  Select [Yes] and press the ENTER button. 
  The Security function has been enabled.
To turn on the projector when [Security] is enabled:
  When the Security function is enabled and the projector is turned on, the projector will display a blue back-
ground.
  To display an image at this time, press the MENU button to display the Keyword input screen.
Type in the correct keyword and press the ENTER button. The projector will display an image.
NOTE: The security disable mode is maintained until the main power is turned off or unplugging the power cable. 
						

							
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4. Convenient Features
To disable the Security function:
1.  Press the MENU button.
  The menu will be displayed.
2.  Select [Setup - Installation] → [Security] and press the ENTER button.
  The Off/On menu will be displayed.
3.  Select [Off] and press the ENTER button.
  The Keyword confirmation screen will be displayed.
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 re-
quest code. Your request code is displayed in the Keyword Confi rmation screen. In this example [K992-45L8-JNGJ-4XU9-1YAT-
EEA2] is a request code. 
						

							
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4. Convenient Features
➎
 Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR)
The optional remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer’s mouse functions from the remote 
control. It is a great convenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations.
Connecting the remote mouse receiver to your computer
If you wish to use the remote mouse function, connect the mouse receiver and computer.
The mouse receiver can be connected directly to the computer’s USB port (type A).
NOTE: Depending on the type of connection or OS installed on your computer, you may have to restart your computer or change 
your computer settings.
Remote mouse receiver Computer
To USB port of PC or Macintosh
When operating a computer via the remote mouse receiver
Remote sensor on the remote mouse receiver
7m/22 feet
When connecting using the USB terminal
For PC, the mouse receiver can only be used with a Windows 98/Me/XP*, Windows 2000 or Mac OS  X 10.0.0 or 
later operating system.
* NOTE: In 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].
NOTE: Wait at least 5 seconds after disconnecting the mouse receiver before reconnecting it and vice versa. The computer may 
not identify the mouse receiver if it is repeatedly connected and disconnected in rapid intervals.
Operating your computer’s mouse from the remote control
You can operate your computer's mouse from the remote control.PAGE UP/DOWN Button ..... scrolls the viewing area of the window or to move to the previous or nex t slide in PowerPoint  on your computer.
SELECT  ▲▼◀ ▶ Buttons .... moves the mouse cursor on your computer.
MOUSE L-CLICK Button ..... works as the mouse left button.
MOUSE R-CLICK Button .... works as the mouse right button.
NOTE: When you operate the computer using the SELECT  ▲▼◀ or ▶ button with the menu displayed, both the menu and the 
mouse pointer will be affected. Close the menu and perform the mouse operation. 
						

							
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4. Convenient Features
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.
About Drag Mode
By pressing the MOUSE L-CLICK or R-CLICK button for 2 or 3 seconds then releasing, the drag mode is set and 
the drag operation can be performed simply by pressing the SELECT  ▼▲◀ ▶ button. To drop the item, press the 
MOUSE L-CLICK (or R-CLICK) button. To cancel it, press the MOUSE R-CLICK (or L-CLICK) button.