NEC Projector Pa500x User Manual
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209 9. Appendix Specifications Model namePA600X/PA500X/PA550W/PA500U MethodThree primary color liquid crystal shutter projection methodSpecifications of main partsLiquid crystal panel SizePA600X/PA500X: 0.79" (with MLA) × 3 (aspect ratio: 4:3)PA550W: 0.75" (with MLA) × 3 (aspect ratio: 16:10)PA500U: 0.76" (with MLA) × 3 (aspect ratio: 16:10)Pixels (*1)PA600X/PA500X: 786,432 (1024 dots × 768 lines)PA550W: 1,024,000 (1280 dots × 800 lines)PA500U: 2,304,000 (1920 dots × 1200 lines)Projection lensesZoomManual (zoom range depends on lens)Focus ManualLens shiftingManualLight source330W AC lamp (264W when Eco mode is on)Optical device Optical isolation by dichroic mirror, combining by dichroic prismLight output (*2) (*3)ECO OFFPA600X: 6000 lm, PA500X: 5000 lm, PA550W: 5500 lm, PA500U: 5000 lmECO ON(80 %)PA600X: 4800 lm, PA500X: 4000 lm, PA550W: 4400 lm, PA500U: 4000 lmContrast ratio (*2) (all white/all black)2000:1Screen size (throw distance) 30" to 500" (throw distance depends on lens)Color reproducibility 10-bit color processing (approx. 1.07 billion colors) (*4) Audio output Built-in 10W monaural speakerScanning frequencyHorizontal15 to 108 kHz or less (24 kHz or greater for RGB inputs), conforming to VESA standards Vertical48 to 120 Hz (50 to 85 Hz for HDMI inputs), conforming to VESA standardsMain adjustment functionsManual zoom, manual focus, manual lens shift, input signal switching (Computer/HDMI/DisplayPort/Video/S-Video/Viewer/Network), auto image adjustment, picture enlarging, picture position adjustment, muting (both video and audio), power on/off, on-screen display/selection, etc.Max. display resolution (horizontal × vertical)PA600X/PA500X/PA550W: 1920 × 1200 (handled with Advanced AccuBlend)PA500U: 1920 × 1200Input signalsR,G,B,H,VRGB: 0.7Vp-p/75ΩY: 1.0Vp-p/75Ω (with Negative Polarity Sync)Cb, Cr (Pb, Pr): 0.7Vp-p/75ΩH/V Sync: 4.0Vp-p/TTLComposite Sync: 4.0Vp-p/TTLSync on G: 1.0Vp-p/75Ω (with Sync)Composite video 1.0Vp-p/75Ω S-VideoY: 1.0Vp-p/75ΩC: 286Vp-p/75Ω ComponentY: 1.0Vp-p/75Ω (with Sync)Cb, Cr (Pb, Pr): 0.7Vp-p/75ΩDTV: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p (60Hz) 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i (50Hz)DVD: Progressive signal (50/60Hz)Audio 0.5Vrms/22kΩ or greater
210 9. Appendix Model namePA600X/PA500X/PA550W/PA500UInput/output connectorsComputer/ ComponentVideo input Mini D-Sub 15-pin × 2, BNC connector × 5Video output Mini D-Sub 15-pin × 1Audio input Stereo mini jack × 3Audio output Stereo mini jack × 1 (common for all signals)HDMIVideo input HDMI® Connector type A × 1Deep Color (color depth): 8-/10-/12-bit compatibleColorimetry: RGB, YcbCr444 and YcbCr422 compatibleLipSync compatible, HDCP compatible (*5)Audio input HDMI: Sampling frequency – 32/44.1/48 kHz Sampling bits – 16/20/24 bitsDisplayPortVideo input DisplayPort × 1Data rate: 2.7Gbps/1.62GbpsNo. lanes: 1 lane/2 lanes/4 lanesColor depth: 6-bit, 8-bit, 10-bitColorimetry: RGB, YcbCr444 and YcbCr422 compatibleHDCP compatible (*5)Audio input DisplayPort: Sampling frequency – 32/44.1/48 kHz Sampling bits – 16/20/24 bitsVideoVideo input RCA × 1Audio input RCA (RCA L/R) × 1S-VideoVideo input Mini DIN 4-pin × 1Audio input (Common with video audio input connector)PC control connectorD-Sub 9-pin × 1USB portUSB type A × 1USB port for wireless LANUSB type A × 1LAN portRJ-45 × 1, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TXRemote connectorStereo mini jack × 1Usage environmentOperating temperature: 5 to 40ºC (*6)Operating humidity: 20 to 80% (with no condensation)Storage temperature: -10 to 50ºC (*6)Storage humidity: 20 to 80% (with no condensation)Power supply100-240V AC, 50/60HzPower consumptionEco mode off PA600X/PA500X/PA550W: 464W (100-130V)/443W (200-240V)PA500U: 477W (100-130V)/455W (200-240V)Eco mode onPA600X/PA500X/PA550W: 372W (100-130V)/356W (200-240V)PA500U: 384W (100-130V)/369W (200-240V)Standby 16W (100-130V)/18W (200-240V)(6W in Network standby mode) Power-saving mode0.2W Rated input current 5.1A - 2.1AExternal dimensions 19.7" (width) × 5.7" (height) × 14.1" (depth)/499 (width) × 144 (height) × 359 (depth) mm (not including protruding parts)Weight PA600X/PA500X/PA550W:17.0 lbs/7.7 kgPA500U: 17.2 lbs/7.8 kg(not including lens) *1: Effective pixels are more than 99.99%. *2 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. *3 Compliance with ISO21118-2005 *4: Full color (approx. 16.77 million colors or greater) when the HDMI, DisplayPort, viewer or network input connector is selected. *5: HDMI® (Deep Color, Lip Sync) with HDCP 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 HDMI 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). *6: 35 to 40ºC – “Forced eco mode” - These specifications and the product’s design are subject to change without notice.
211 9. Appendix 499 (19.6)250 (9.8) 164 (6.5)144 (5.7) 78.6 (3.1) 200 (7.9) 359 (14.1) 368.1 (14.5) Cabinet Dimensions Lens center Lens center Holes for ceiling mount Unit: mm (inch) Unit: mm (inch)
212 9. Appendix Mounting the cable cover (sold separately) Mounting the separately sold cable cover on the projector allows you hide the cables for a cleaner appearance. CAUTION • After mounting the cable cover, be sure to fasten using the screws provided. If not, the cable cover could fall, damaging the cable cover and possibly resulting in injury. • Do not bundle the power cord and place it under the cable cover. Doing so could lead to fire. • Do not apply excessive force to the cable cover. Doing so could damage the cable cover, resulting in the projector falling or causing injury. Mounting Preparations: 1. Connect the power cord and cables to the projector (the connection cords are omitted from the diagrams). 2. Prepare a Phillips screwdriver. 1. Insert the two round protrusions on the left and right edges of the cable cover into the grooves in the bottom of the projector to line it up. NOTE: Be careful not to let the power cord and cables get pinched by the cable cover. 2. Turn the cable cover screw clockwise. - Tighten the screw securely. Removing 1. Turn the cable cover screw counterclockwise until it turns loosely. - Hold the cable cover while doing this to prevent it from falling. - The screw does not come completely off. 2. Remove the cable cover. - Turn the cable cover a little, then lift it off. 1 2 1 2
213 9. Appendix 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 5 14 23 10 11 12 13 14 15 69 78 COMPUTER 1 IN NOTE: Pin Nos. 12 and 15 are required for DDC/CI(Virtual Remote Tool). 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 Sync Signal Ground 11 No Connection 12 Bi-directional DATA (SDA) 13 Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync 14 Vertical Sync 15 Data Clock
214 9. Appendix Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator display Projector status Procedure Off Power is off.– Flashing Blue (short flashes)Preparing to turn power onWait a while. Blue (long flashes)Off timer (enabled) Program timer (off time enabled) – Orange (short flashes) Projector coolingWait a while. Orange (long flashes)Program timer (on time enabled) Lit BluePower on– Orange Standby mode (NORMAL or NETWORK STANDBY) – Red Standby mode (POWER-SAVING)– Status Indicator Indicator display Projector status Procedure Off No problem, or standby mode (POWER-SAVING or NETWORK STAND- BY) – Flashing Red (cycles of 1) Cover problemThe lamp cover is not properly mounted. Mount it properly. (→ Page 161) Red (cycles of 4) Fan problemThe cooling fan has stopped turning. Contact an NEC projector customer support center for repairs. Red (cycles of 9) Iris error The iris is not operating properly. Contact an NEC projector customer support center for repairs. Flashing OrangeNetwork conflictIt is not possible to connect the projector’s built-in LAN and wireless LAN simultaneously to the same network. To connect the projector’s built-in LAN and wireless LAN simultaneously, connect them to different networks. LitGreen Standby mode (NORMAL) – Orange Button has been pressed while projector is in key lock mode The projector’s keys are locked. The setting must be canceled to operate the projector. (→ Page 106) Projector’s ID number and remote control’s ID number do not match Check the control IDs. (→ Pages 106 and 107)
215 9. Appendix Lamp Indicator Indicator display Projector status Procedure Off The lamp is turned off.– Flashing Green Preparing to relight lamp after lighting has failed Wait a while. RedLamp replacement grace period The lamp has reached the end of its service life and is now in the replacement grace period (100 hours). Replace the lamp as soon as possible. (→ page 159) Red (cycles of 6) Lamp does not lightThe lamp has not turned on. Wait at least 1 minute, then turn the power back on. If the lamp still does not light, contact an NEC projector customer support center. Lit RedLamp usage time exceededThe lamp has exceeded its usage time. The projector’s power cannot be turned on until the lamp is replaced. (→ page 159) Green Lamp lit– Temp. Indicator Indicator display Projector status Procedure Off No problem FlashingRed (cycles of 2)Temperature problemThe temperature protector has been activated. If the room temperature is high, move the projector to a cool place. If the problem still persists, contact an NEC projector customer support center. Lit OrangeHigh surrounding temperatureThe surrounding temperature is high. Lower the room temperature. If the temperature protector is activated If the projector’s internal temperature rises abnormally, the lamp turns off and the temperature indicator flashes (repeatedly in cycles of 2). It may happen that the projector’s temperature protector is simultaneously activated and the projector’s power turns off. If this happens, do the following: - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet. - If using in a place where the surrounding temperature is high, move the projector to a different, cool place. - If there is dust in the ventilation holes, clean. (→ pages 155 and 158) - Wait as such about 1 hour for the projector’s internal temperature to lower.
216 9. Appendix Common Problems & Solutions (→ “Power/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 214.) ProblemCheck These Items Does not turn on or shut down• Check that the power cord is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control is on� (→ pages 13, 14) • Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly. (→ page 161) • 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 you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life� If so, replace the lamp� After replacing the lamp, reset the lamp hours used� (→ page 116) • 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 108) If you turn on the projector immediately after the lamp is turned off, the fans run without displaying an image for some time and then the projector will display the image� Wait for a moment� Will turn off• Ensure that the [OFF TIMER], [AUTO POWER OFF] or [PROGRAM TIMER] is off. (→ page 101, 111) No picture • Check if the appropriate input is selected� (→ page 16) If there is still no picture, press the SOURCE button or one of the input buttons again� • Ensure your cables are connected properly. • Use menus to adjust the brightness and contrast. (→ page 93) • Ensure that the lens cover is open. (→ page 14) • Reset the settings or adjustments to factory preset levels using the [RESET] in the Menu. (→ page 116) • Enter your registered keyword if the Security function is enabled. (→ page 37) • If the HDMI input or the DisplayPort signal cannot be displayed, try the following� - Reinstall your driver for the graphics card built in your computer, or use the updated driver � For reinstalling or updating your driver, refer to the user guide accompanied with your computer or graphics card, or contact the support center for your computer manufacturer � Install the updated driver or OS on your own responsibility� We are not liable for any trouble and failure caused by this installation\ � • 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 page 218� Picture suddenly becomes dark• 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 108) Color tone or hue is unusual • Check if an appropriate color is selected in [WALL COLOR]. If so, select an appropriate option. (→ page 101) • Adjust [HUE] in [PICTURE]. (→ page 93) Image isn’t square to the screen • Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. (→ page 17) • Use the Keystone correction function to correct the trapezoid distortion. (→ page 22) Picture is blurred • Adjust the focus. (→ page 19) • Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen. (→ page 17) • Ensure that the distance between the projector and screen is within the adjustment range of the lens. (→ page 201) • Has the lens been shifted by an amount exceeding the guaranteed range? (→ page 205) • 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�
217 9. Appendix Flicker appears on screen• 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 108) Image is scrolling vertically, horizontally or both• Check the computer’s resolution and frequency. Make sure that the resolution you are trying to display is supported by the projector � (→ page 207) • Adjust the computer image manually with the Horizontal/Vertical in the [IMAGE OPTIONS]. (→ page 95) Remote control does not work • Install new batteries.(→ page 9) • Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the projector. • Stand within 22 feet (7 m) of the projector. (→ page 9) • To perform computer mouse operations using the projector’s remote control, connect the optional mouse receiver to the computer� (→ page 30) Indicator is lit or blinking • See the POWER/STATUS/LAMP Indicator. (→ page 214) Cross color in RGB mode • Press the AUTO ADJ. button on the projector cabinet or the remote control. (→ page 24) • Adjust the computer image manually with [CLOCK]/[PHASE] in [IMAGE OPTIONS] in the menu. (→ page 94) For more information contact your dealer.
218 9. Appendix 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 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 113 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 × 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 menu and arrange icons.