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Common Problems & Solutions (→  "Power/Status/Lamp Indicator" on page 52.)
Problem Check These Items
Does not turn on •  Check that the power cable is plugged in and that the power but ton on the projector cabinet or the remote 
control is on. (→ page 
15, 16)
•  Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly. ( → page 49)
•  Ensure that the two screws on the lamp housing are completely tightened.( → page 49)
•  Ensure that the cooling pump is installed correctly. ( → page 50)
•  Check to see if the projector has overheated. If there is insuf fi cient ventilation around the projector or if the  room where you are presenting is par ticularly warm, move the projector to a cooler location.
•  Check to see if the lamp usage exceeds 2100 hours (up to 3100 hours : Eco mode). If so, replace the lamp.  Af ter replacing the lamp, reset the lamp hours used.( → page 
46)
•  The lamp may fail to light. Wait a full minute and then turn on the power again.
Will turn of f •  Ensure that the Power Management or Of f Timer is of f. ( → page 
44)
No picture •  Use the COMPUTER, the VIDEO or the S-VIDEO but ton on the remote control to select your source (Computer,  Video or S-Video). (→ page 
18) If there is still no picture, press the but ton again.
•  Ensure your cables are connected properly.
•  Use menus to adjust the contrast and brightness. ( → page 
39)
•  Check to see if the image is muted. ( → page 28)
•  Remove the lens cap.
•  Reset the set tings or adjustments to factor y preset levels using the [Reset] in the Menu. ( → page 
46)
•  Enter your registered keyword if the Securit y function is enabled. ( → page 28)
•  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 computers screen-saver or power management sof tware.
•  See also the nex t page.
Picture suddenly be-
comes dark •  When one of the following happens, the Lamp mode automatically changes from Normal to Eco.
*  When there are no signals (blue or black screen)  → To return to the Normal mode, select another avail-
able source.
*  When the room where you re presenting is par ticularly warm  → Move the projector to a cooler location. 
Color tone or hue is 
unusual •  Check if an appropriate color is selected in [Wall Color]. If not, select an appropriate option. (
→ page 
41)
•  Adjust [Hue] in [Picture]. ( → page 39)
Image isn’t square to the 
screen •  Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. (
→ page 
20, 21)
•  Use the Keystone correction function to correct the trapezoid distor tion. ( → page 25)
Picture is blurred •  Make sure that focus is appropriate. •  Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. ( → page 
20, 21)
•  Ensure that the distance between the projector and screen is within the adjustment range of the lens. ( → 
page 
10)
•  Make sure that the distance between the focus sensor and the screen is within the ef fective range of the  Auto Focus. ( → page 
22)
•  Make sure that the requirements for the Auto Focus are met. ( → page 22)
•  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.
Image is scrolling ver ti-
cally, horizontally or both •  Use the COMPUTER, the VIDEO or the S-VIDEO but ton on the remote control to select your source (Computer, 
Video or S-Video). ( → page 
18)
•  Adjust the computer image manually with the Horizontal and Ver tical in the [Image Options]  → [Position/
Clock]. ( → page 
40)
Remote control does not 
work •  Install new bat teries. (
→ page 
8)
•  Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the projector.
•  Stand within 22 feet (7 m) of the projector. ( → page 
8)
Indicator is lit or blinking •  See the POWER /STATUS/L AMP Indicator. ( → page 
52)
Cross color in RGB mode •  Press the AUTO ADJ. but ton on the remote control (SELECT  ◀ but ton on the projector cabinet). ( → page 
26)
•  Adjust the computer image manually with [Clock] and [Phase] in [Image Options]  → [Position/Clock] in the 
menu. ( → page 
40)
For more information contact your dealer. 
						

							
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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 be- fore 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. See page 
45 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 projec- tor.  When using a PC compatible laptop, a combination of function keys will enable/disable the external dis-
play.  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.
•  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 pre-
vious 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 projec- tor) 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” fi xed mode and then restart your Macintosh. After that, restore the DIP switches to a dis-
playable 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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➋ Speci  cations
This section provides technical information about the NP60/NP50/NP40 projector's performance.
Model Number    NP60/NP50/NP40
Optical
DMD  Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device (DMD)
Resolution  1024 x 768 pixels* up to UXGA (1600 x 1200) with scaling technology
Lens  Manual zoom and auto focus (effective range: 57.1"/1.5 m - 216.5"/5.5 m) 
/ manual focus
  F2.2 - 2.34, f = 20.4 mm - 24.5 mm
Lamp  NP60: 220W AC (180W Eco mode)
  NP50/NP40: 200W AC (180W Eco mode)
Light Output**  NP60: 3000 lumens (approx. 80% in Eco mode)
  NP50: 2600 lumens (approx. 90% in Eco mode)
  NP40: 2200 lumens (approx. 90% in Eco mode)
Contrast Ratio
(full white: full black)  NP60/NP50: 1600: 1
 NP40: 1500:1
Image Size (Diagonal)  33" - 300" diagonal (4:3) (image sizes with less than 40" are available  only in tele mode)
Projection Distance  57" - 439" (wide) - 57" - 529" (tele)
  1.5 - 11.1 m (wide) - 1.5- 13.4 m (tele)
Projection Angle  14.7° - 15.0° (wide) / 12.3° - 12.6° (tele)
Electrical
Inputs  1 VGA shared with component video (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin), 1 S-Video (Mini  DIN 4 Pin), 1 Video (RCA), 1 PC Control (Mini DIN 8 Pin)
Video Compatibility  NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-60, PAL-N, PAL-M, SECAM,
  Component : 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p, 576i, 480i
Scan Rate  Horizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz (RGB: 24 kHz or over)
  Vertical: 50 Hz to 85 Hz
Color Reproduction  16.7 million colors simultaneously, Full color
Horizontal Resolution  NTSC / NTSC4.43/PAL / PAL-60/PAL-N/PAL-M/YCbCr: 540 TV lines
   SECAM: 300 TV lines
   RGB: 1024 dots (H) x 768 dots (V)
External Control  IR, RS232C
Sync Compatibility  Separate Sync / Composite Sync / Sync on Green / Sync on Video
Power Requirement/Input Current:
  NP60 : 100-240 V AC, 3.2 - 1.3 A
  NP50/NP40 : 100-240 V AC, 3.0 - 1.2 A
  NP60G : 200-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A
  NP50G/40G : 200-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.4 A
*  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] 
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Power Consumption  NP60: 285W in Lamp Normal mode, 240W in Lamp Eco mode, 6.0W in  Standby mode
  NP50/NP40: 265W in Lamp Normal mode, 240W in Lamp Eco mode,  6.0W in Standby mode
Mechanical
Installation Orientation  Desktop/Front, Desktop/Rear, Ceiling/Front, Ceiling/Rear
Dimensions  9.7" (W) x 2.8" (H) x 7.0" (D)
  246 mm (W) x 72 mm (H) x 177 mm (D) (not including protrusions)
Net Weight  3.5 lbs / 1.6 kg
Environmental Considerations   Operational Temperatures: 41°F to 104°F / 5°C 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°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C), 20% to 80% hu- midity (non-condensing)
Regulations  For United States:
UL Approved (UL 60950-1)
Meets FCC Class B requirements
  For Canada:
UL Approved (CSA 60950-1)
Meets DOC Canada Class B requirements
  For Australia/New Zealand:
Meets AS/NZS CISPR.22 Class B
  For Europe:
Meets 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.necvisualsystems.com
Europe : http://www.neceurope.com/
Global : http://www.nec-pj.com/
For information on our optional accessories, visit our website or see our brochure.
The specifi cations are subject to change without notice. 
						

							
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SOURCEAUTO
ADJ.
S-VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
COMPUTER IN
PC CONTROL ON/STAND BY
FOCUSLAMP
STATUS
POWERSELECT
AC IN
7.  A p p e n d i x
➌
 Cabinet Dimensions
Lens center
Unit: mm (inch)
246 (9.7)
17 7 ( 7.0)
73 (2.9)
59 (2.3)
79 (3.1)
Lens center
72 (2.8) 
						

							
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Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector
➍ Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector
Signal Level
Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog)
Sync signal : TTL level
11 15 12 14 13
6 5
4
3
2
1 10
79 8
7.  A p p e n d i x
 Pin No.   RGB Signal (Analog)  YCbCr Signal
 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  Syn c Sig nal Ground
 11   N o  C o n n e c t i o n  
 12  Bi- directional DATA (SDA)
 13 
Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync
 14   Ve r t i c a l  S y n c
 15  Dat a Cl o c k 
						

							
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➎ Compatible Input Signal List
    Signal  Resolution  Frequency H.  Refresh Rate
      ( Dots )  ( kHz )  ( Hz )
     NTSC    –    15.73  60.00
  PAL   –   15.63  50.00
  PAL60   –   15.73  60.00
  SECAM   –   15.63  50.00
  VESA  640  × 480  31.47  59.94
  IBM  640  × 480  31.48  59.95
  MAC  640  × 480  35.00  66.67
  VESA  640  × 480  37.86  72.81
  VESA  640  × 480  37.50  75.00
  IBM  640  × 480  39.38  75.00
  VESA  640  × 480  43.27  85.01
  IBM  720  × 350  31.47  70.08
  VESA  800  × 600  35.16  56.25
  VESA  800  × 600  37.88  60.32
  VESA  800  × 600  48.08  72.19
  VESA  800  × 600  46.88  75.00
  VESA  800  × 600  53.67  85.06
  MAC  832  × 624  49.72  74.55
  VESA  1024  × 768  48.36  60.00
  VESA  1024  × 768  56.48  70.07
  MAC  1024  × 768  60.24  74.93
  VESA  1024  × 768  60.02  75.03
  VESA  1024  × 768  68.68  85.00
 # SUN  1152  × 900  61.80  65.95
 # VESA  1280  × 960  60.00  60.00
 # VESA  1280  × 1024  63.98  60.02
 # MAC  1280  × 1024  69.87  65.18
 # SXGA+  1400  × 1050  –  60.00
 # VESA  1600  × 1200  75.00  60.02
 # VESA  1600  × 1200  87.50  70.00
 # VESA  1600  × 120 0  9 3.75  75.0 0
 # 
HDTV (10 8 0 i) 19 20  × 1080  33.75  60.00 Interlace
 # 
HDTV (10 8 0 i) 19 20  × 1080  28.13  50.00 Interlace
 # 
HDTV (720p) 128 0  × 720  45.00  60.00 Progressive
 # 
HDTV (720p) 128 0  × 720  37.50  50.00 Progressive
  
SDTV(576p)  –   31.25  50.00 Progressive
   
SDTV (480p)  –  31.47 59.94 Progressive
    DVD YCbCr    –    15.73  59.94 Interlaced
    DVD YCbCr    –    15.63  50.00 Interlaced
# : Signals above fl agged with # are compressed with scaling technology.
NOTE:
•  Signals other than those specifi ed in the table above may not be displayed correctly. If this should happen, change the re- fresh rate or resolution on your PC. Refer to Display Properties help section of your PC for procedures.
•  UXGA (1600 x 1200) is supported for separate sync signal only. Horizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz (RGB: 24 kHz or over)
Vertical: 50 Hz to 85 Hz 
						

							
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➏ 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  02H  03H  00H  00H  02H  01H  01H  09H
INPUT SELECT VIDEO  02H  03H  00H  00H  02H  01H  06H  0EH
INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO  02H  03H  00H  00H  02H  01H  0BH  13H
PICTURE MUTE ON  02H  10H  00H  00H  00H  12H
PICTURE MUTE OFF  02H  11H  00H  00H  00H  13H
Cable Connection
Communication Protocol
Baud rate .........................................38400 bps
Data length ......................................8 bits
Parity ...............................................No  parity
Stop bit ............................................One bit
X on/off ...........................................None
Communications procedure ...........Full duplex
NOTE: Depending on the equipment, a lower baud rate may be recommended for long cable runs. NOTE: Contact your local dealer for a full list of the PC Contorol Codes if needed.
12
34 5 6 78
To  R x D  o f  P C
PC Control Connector (DIN-8P)
To  Tx D  o f  P CTo  G N D  o f  P C
NOTE : Pins 2, 3, 5 and 6 are used inside the projector. 
						

							
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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 fi rst, then start the PC.
Enabling your notebook PC’s signal output to the projector.
• 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 turns the external 
display on or off.  
No image (blue background, black background). Still no image even though you press the AUTO ADJ. but-
ton.
S till no image even though you c arr y out [Reset] in the 
projector’s menu.
Signal cables plug is fully inser ted into the input connector.
A message appears on the screen.
( ________________________________________________ )
The source connected to the projector is active and avail-
able.
Still no image even though you adjust the brightness and/
or the contrast.
Input sources resolution and frequency are suppor ted by 
the projector.
Image is too dark. Remains unchanged even though you adjust the brightness 
and/or the contrast.
Image is distor ted. Image appears to be trapezoidal (unchanged even though 
you carr y out the [Keystone] adjustment).
No power (POWER indicator does not light green)
See also “Status Indicator (STATUS)”.
Power cables plug is fully inser ted into the wall outlet.
The power cable has been unplugged and plugged quickly 
during projection.
Lamp cover is installed correctly.
The two screws on the lamp housing are completely tight-
ened.
The cooling pump is installed correctly.
Lamp Hour Used (lamp operation hours) was cleared af ter 
lamp replacement.
No power even though you press and hold the POWER but-
ton for a minimum of 1 second.
7.  A p p e n d i x
\b Troubleshooting Check List
Before contacting your dealer or service personnel, check the following list to be sure repairs are needed also by 
referring to the “Troubleshooting” section in your user’s manual. This checklist below will help us solve your prob-
lem more effi ciently.
* Print this page and the next page for your check.
Frequency of occurrence   □  always    □ some times (How of ten? ___________________ )     □ other ( ____________________ )
Power
Shut down during operation. Power cables plug is fully inser ted into the wall outlet.
Lamp cover is installed correctly .
Power Management is turned of f (onl y models wi th the 
Power Management function).
O f f Timer is turned of f (only models with the O f f Timer 
function ).
Video
Par ts of the image are lost.Still unchanged even though you press the AUTO ADJ. but-
ton.
Still unchanged even though you carr y out [Reset] in the 
projector’s menu.
Image is shif ted in the ver tical or horizontal direction. Horizontal and ver tical positions are correctly adjusted on 
a computer signal.
Input sources resolution and frequency are suppor ted by 
the projector.
Some pixels are lost.
Image is fl ickering. Still unchanged even though you press the AUTO ADJ. but-
ton.
Still unchanged even though you carr y out [Reset] in the 
projector’s menu.
Image shows fl ickering or color drif t on a computer signal.
Image appears blurr y or out of focus. Auto Focus is turned on.
There are no objections between the focus sensor and the 
screen.
The throw distance is within 1.5 to 5.5 m/57.1” to 216.5”.
Image is projected onto the screen.
Still unchanged even though you adjusted the focus manu-
ally.
Other
Remote control does not work.
No obstacles between the sensor of the projector and the 
remote control.
Projector is placed near a fl uorescent light that can disturb 
the infrared remote controls.
Bat teries are new and are not reversed in installation.But tons on the projec tor cabinet do not work ( only models 
with the Key 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 
but ton for a minimum of 10 seconds. 
						

							
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In the space below please describe your problem in detail.
Information on application and environment where your projector is usedProjectorModel number:
Serial No.:
Date of purchase:
Lamp operating time (hours):
Lamp Mode:  □ Normal   □ Eco
Information on input signal: Horizontal synch frequency  [          ] kHz
Ver tical synch frequency  [          ] Hz
Synch polarity  H  □ (+)   □ (–)
 V  □ (+)   □ (–)
Synch type  □ Separate   □ Composite
  □ Sync on Green
STATUS Indicator: Steady light  □ Orange   □ Green
Flashing light  [          ] cycles
Remote control model number:
Signal cable NEC standard or other manufacturer’s cable? Model number:                        Length:              inch/m
Distribution amplifi er Model number:
Switcher Model number:
Adapter Model number:
Projector PC
DVD player
Computer Manufacturer:
Model number:
Notebook PC  □ / Desk top  □
Native resolution:
Refresh rate:
Video adapter:
Other:
Video equipment VCR, DVD player, Video camera, Video game or other
Manufacturer:
Model number:
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
□  C o n n e c t e d t o p ow er c or d e x t e n d er or o t h er (t h e 
number of connected equipment ______________ )
□   Connected to a power cord reel or other (the num-
ber of connec ted equipmen t _________________ )