NEC Projector Pa500x User Manual

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Table of Contents
7. Maintenance ........................................................................\
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1	Cleaning	the	Filters........................................................................\
............................ 155
	Cleaning	the	Lens........................................................................\
.............................. 158
	Cleaning	the	Cabinet ........................................................................\...

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Common	Problems	&	Solutions ........................................................................\
...216
If	there	is	no	picture,	or	the	picture	is	not	displayed	correctly. ..............................218
	PC	Control	Codes	and	Cable	Connection  .................................................................219
	 Troubleshooting	Check	List ........................................................................\
................220
	 TravelCare	Guide...

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Projector
1. Introduction
1 What’s in the Box?
Make	sure	your	box	contains	everything	listed.	If	any	pieces	are	missing,	contact	your	dealer.
Please	save	the	original	box	and	packing	materials	if	you	ever	need	to	ship	your	projector.
Power cord(US: 7N080236)
(EU: 7N080022)
Lens theft prevention screw (24V00841)
This screw makes it difficult to remove the 
lens mounted on the projector. (→ page 142) Straps (24J23901) (for preventing lamp and filter covers from 
falling) (x2)
Attaching the straps to the...

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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	projector	 is	one	 of	the	 very	 best	projectors	 available	today.	The	 projector	 enables	you	to	project	 precise	 images	
up	to	500	 inches	 across	 (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...

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1. Introduction
•	 “Eco	mode”	for	low	power	consumption	and	 “Carbon	Meter”	display
	 The	projector	 is	equipped	 with	an	“eco	 mode” 	for	 reducing	 power	consumption	 during	use.	Furthermore,	 the	
power-saving	effect	when	the	eco	 mode	 is	set	 is	converted	 into	the	amount	 of	reductions	 of	CO2	emissions	 and	
this	is	indicated	 on	the	 confirmation	 message	displayed	 when	the	power	 is	turned	 off	and	 at	“Information” 	on	 the	
on-screen	menu	(CARBON	METER).
•	 Maximum	 lamp	replacement	 time...

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1. Introduction
 Part Names of the Projector
Front/Top
The	lens	is	sold	separately.	The	description	below	is	for	when	the	NP13ZL	lens	is	mounted.
Control Panel
(→ page 6)
Lens Shift Dial (vertical/horizontal)
(→ page 18)
Lens Remote Sensor (located on the 
front and the rear)
(→ page 9)
Remote Sensor
(→ page 9)
Zoom Lever/Zoom Ring (→ page 21)
Lens Cap
(The optional lens is shipped with 
the lens cap.)
Focus Ring
(→ page 19) Adjustable Tilt Foot  
(→ page 21) Indicator Section
(→ page 6)
Lens Release...

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1. Introduction
Terminal Panel(→ page 7)
Rear
Remote Sensor (located on the 
front and the rear)
(→ page 9)
AC Input
Connect the supplied power cord’s 
three-pin plug here, and plug the 
other end into an active wall outlet. 
(→ page 13)
*	 This	security	slot	supports	the	MicroSaver	®	Security	System.
Built-in Security Slot (  )*
Cable cover connection  
(right and left) 
Screw holes and grooves for the  optional cable cover(→ page 212)
Ventilation (inlet) / Filter Cover
The wireless LAN unit’s USB...

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1. Introduction
Control Panel/Indicator Section
1. 	(POWER)	Button	(→	page	14, 25)
2. POWER Indicator (→	page	13, 14, 25, 214)
3.	 STATUS	Indicator	(→	page	214)
4.	 LAMP	Indicator	(→	page	159, 215)
5.	 TEMP. 	Indicator	(→	page	215)
6.	 SOURCE	Button	(→	page	16)
7. AUTO ADJ. Button (→	page	24)
8.	 3D	REFORM	Button	(→	page	32)
9.  MENU Button (→	page	82)
10.	 
	/	Volume	Buttons	 (→	page	24)
11.  ENTER Button (→	page	82)
12.  EXIT Button (→	page	82)
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1. Introduction
Terminal Panel Features
1.	 COMPUTER	1	IN/	Component	Input	Connector	(Mini	D-Sub	15	Pin)	(→	page	13, 143, 148)
2.	 COMPUTER	1	AUDIO	IN	Mini	Jack	(Stereo	Mini)	(→	page	143, 148)
3.	 COMPUTER	2	IN	/	Component	Input	Connector	(Mini	D-Sub	15	Pin)	(→	page	143, 148)
4.	 COMPUTER	2	AUDIO	IN	Mini	Jack	(Stereo	Mini)	(→	page	145)
5.	 COMPUTER	3	IN/Component	(R/Cr,	G/Y,	B/Cb, 	H,	V)	Connectors	(BNC	×	5)	(→	page	143, 148)
6.	 COMPUTER	3	AUDIO	IN	Mini	Jack	(Stereo	Mini)	(→	page	143, 148)
7.	 HDMI	IN...

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1. Introduction
 Part Names of the Remote Control
1. Infrared Transmitter
	( →	page	9)
2. POWER ON Button
	( →	page	14)
3.	 POWER	OFF	Button
	(→	page	25)
4,	5, 	6.	COMPUTER	1/2/3	Button
	( →	page	16)	
7. AUTO ADJ. Button
	( →	page	24)
8.	 VIDEO	Button
	(→	page	16)
9.	 S-VIDEO	Button
	(→	page	16)
10.	HDMI	Button	(→	page	16)
11. DisplayPort Button (→	page	16)
12.	VIEWER	Button	(→	page	16, 60)
13.	NETWORK	Button	(→	page	16)
14.	SOURCE	Button	(→	page	16)
15.	PIP	Button	(→	page	16, 35)
16.	ID	SET	Button	(→...