NEC Projector PA521U Specifications

							Professional Installation Projectors
PA Series 
Ideal for corporate, higher education and museum applications
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							Flexible
 
• Enjoy greater installation flexibility with a complete line 
of optional bayonet style lenses (6) for quick and easy 
exchange.  Lens throw distances range from 2.5 to 68.5 ft
 
• Tilt-free installation capabilities make these projector 
ideal for almost any install environment, including portrait 
orientation
 
• Up to 60% vertical lens shift and +/- 30% horizontal lens 
shift capabilities make alignment easy 
NEC is committed to bringing the latest and greatest innovation to projectors. Multi-display capabilities and TileMatrix 
technologies are integrated into the new PA series projectors. This processing is all done internally and therefore eliminates 
the additional hardware typically required to produce a beautiful 4K resolution image. Screen Splitter
Powerful Tools
 
• Multi-display support with Picture by Picture/Picture Out Picture 
 
• TileMatrix (internal multi-screen splitter) enables 4Kx2K resolution utilizing 4 
projectors without the need for external hardware
 
• Built-in daisy chain capabilities support multi-display applications
 
• Seamlessly blend multiple images with integrated edge blending capabilit\
ies
Integrated
 
• High performance video processing/scaling creates life-like images
 
• Integrated software applications such as Crestron Roomview, AMX Beacon 
and PJ Link allow for complete interactivity and control
Powerful installation projectors 
equipped to take on the most 
demanding integration projects
Stacking correction
The industry’s first built-in stacking 
correction capabilities (up to four 
projectors) allows the projectors to 
boost an image’s brightness up to 
24,800 lumens, which is ideal 
for larger-sized screens and 
environments with heavy ambient 
light. This feature also prevents the 
complete loss of an image, which 
can happen when using only one 
projector.
Dual HDMI inputs
Among the PA Series’ wide selection 
of inputs are dual HDMI w/HDCP 
for connecting to high-definition 
sources such as Blu-ray players, 
cable boxes, satellite receivers and 
personal computers. With multiple 
HDMI connections, loop out up to 
four projectors.
Edge blending
This function seamlessly blends 
multiple projected images to display a 
single high-resolution image.
Screen Splitter (Multi Display) by Daisy Chain     
						

							4000-hour filter life
NEC is committed to designing its 
products to provide long lifecycles. 
This virtually maintenance-free 
filter reduces the frequency at 
which cleaning is required, 
thereby decreasing total cost 
of ownership.
DisplayPort
This input provides PA 
Series models with 
expanded connectivity 
with advanced 
technology.
Input panel cover
This optional accessory 
creates a clean look for 
your installation, while 
hiding signal cables and 
the power cord.
ADVANCED SOFTWARE FEATURES
Cornerstone 
Enhanced keystone correction allows for 
horizontal, vertical and diagonal image 
correction for aligned images even when the 
projector is set up at an angle to the screen.
Geometric Correction
Projecting an image isn’t 
confined to a standard 
flat screen or wall with the 
NEC PA Series. Geometric 
correction allows these 
models to project an image 
on spheres, cylinders, 
corner angles and many 
more non-standard 
surfaces.
Wall color correction presets 
These provide for adaptive color tone 
correction to display properly on non-white 
surfaces.
On a  green wall...BEFORE  auto wall correctionAFTER  auto wall correction
3D 
When combined with active shutter 
glasses and 3D emitter, the 
PA Series Projectors create 3D 
images from a computer or Blu-ray 
player. The PA571W/PA521U/PA621X 
utilize the 3D sync line output from the 
projector to connect to the 3D emitter. 
Optional 3D glasses and emitters from 
XPAND are available from NEC.
GET CONNECTED WITH A WIDE SELECTION OF INPUTS
• 
Dual computer inputs ensure quick switching between presentations
•  Four audio inputs (two mini stereo [Comp1 & Comp2] and HDMI™) make it easy to add sound to enhance your presentations
Remote control
Wired and wireless backlit 
remote allows you to adjust 
for complete control of the 
projectors menu structure in 
a well lit or dark environment. 
Direct controls such as lamp 
mode, aspect ratio, volume 
and input selection eliminates 
multiple button pushes.
Portrait mode
Allows the projector to 
be rotated (and screen if 
necessary) to a vertical 
alignment so that portrait 
content can be viewed without 
black bars on the side when 
landscape mode is used.
Tilt-free
The projector can 
be rotated freely 
(360°) to orient the 
image depending 
on the installation 
requirements
INTEGRATED NETWORKING AND ASSET MANAGEMENT
•  Integrated RJ45 connection for quick connection to the LAN (10/100 base\
-T 
capability)
•  Optional high-speed wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b/g/n
•  Desktop control allows you to securely transmit information wirelessly  to the 
projector from a docking station or PC in another room
•  Image Express Utility (IEU 2.0; compatible with Windows or Mac operating 
systems) dedicated projector software provides wired and wireless data 
transmission via peer-to-peer or over the network
•  Broadcast mode allows you to send information from one computer to several 
projectors
•  Windows Network Projector function within Windows Vista connects directly to 
networked projectors without the need for additional proprietary software
•  Windows Remote Desktop function allows you to control a networked 
computer by connecting a USB mouse and keyboard directly to the  projector’s USB input 
•  Windows Network Drive Function displays multimedia files (.jpeg, .bmp,\
 .png, .mpeg2 or .wmv9) in the Windows shared folder on a local network using 
the Viewer function—all without bringing your PC into the conference room
•  Windows Media Connection Function displays multimedia files (.mpeg2, .\
jpeg or .wmv9) stored on the Windows Media Connect server or a local network 
using the Viewer function—all without   bringing your PC into the conference room
•  Crestron Roomview Connected™             
						

							     UNIQUE FEATURES 
3D Reform™ allows you to square the image by adjusting 
horizontally, vertically or diagonally when the projector cannot 
be placed parallel or perpendicular to the screen
Virtual Remote Used via a network connection (wired/
wireless), you can control the projector directly from a 
computer without the need for additional control cables.
Variable audio-out enables the remote control to be used 
to adjust volume of self-powered external speakers that are 
connected to the projector. In stand-by mode, the audio-out 
stays active, allowing the last input used to pass to the self-
powered external speakers.
Advanced AccuBlend™ ensures detailed images when non-
native resolution sources are connected to the projector
AutoSense™ automatically syncs with any computer signal 
and features one-touch image optimization
64-step image magnification with location control
Discreet source keys for source selection
Remote diagnostics enable the user to monitor and make 
adjustments to the projector remotely
Built-in HTTP page for control and monitoring over a LAN 
network. Email notification of error messages or lamp end-of-
life can be sent to remote locations.
    WARRANTY
Registered owners receive a 3-year parts and labor warranty 
including the first year of InstaCare. The lamp is covered for 
one year or 500 hours, whichever comes first. InstaCare 
provides the original owner one year of either limited 3 
business day repair/return or next business day exchange.
     IN THE BOX 
Remote control, batteries, power cord, RGB signal cable, lens 
cap, user’s manual on CD-ROM, quick start guide, product 
registration card, wired and wireless network setup guide.
     ORDERING MODEL NUMBERS
NP-PA571W
NP-PA521U
NP-PA621X* Lens does not ship with the projector.
* Additional accessories are available, including screens, carts, mount accessories and 
* replacement cables. Visit www.necdisplay.com for details.
3D Reform, Advanced AccuBlend, AutoSense and ECO Mode are trademarks of NEC Display 
Solutions. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interfac\
e are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of their respective holders. Product specifications subject to change.
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Specifications for PA571W/PA521U/PA621X19.7”  
(499mm)
14.4”  
(366mm)
6.5”  
(164mm)
OPTICAL Display Technology
  Light Output (lumens)
 Resolution
   Native
   Maximum
  Contrast Ratio (up to)
  Lamp Type
   Lamp Life (up to) 
  Screen Size (diagonal)
  Throw Ratio
   NP11FL
   NP12ZL
   NP13ZL
   NP14ZL
   NP15ZL
   NP30ZL
  Projection Distance
  Projection Angle
 Lens* 
   Zoom
    Zoom Ratio
   Focus
    F-number, f-number
     NP11FL
     NP12ZL
     NP13ZL
     NP14ZL
     NP15ZL
     NP30ZL
   Shift
  Keystone Correction PA571W: 0.75” LCD with MLA
PA521U: 0.76” LCD with MLA
PA621X: 0.79” LCD with MLA
PA571W: 5700 normal
PA521U: 5200 normal
PA621X: 6200 normal
PA571W: WXGA 1280 x 800
PA521U: WUXGA 1920 x 1200
PA621X: XGA 1024 x 768
WUXGA 1920 x 1200
6000:1 with auto iris
350W AC / 264W eco
3000 hours normal / 4000 hours eco
40 to 500 in. / 1.02 to 12.7m
0.80:1
1.19 - 1.56:1
1.50 - 3.02:1
2.97 - 4.79:1
4.70 - 7.02:1
0.79 - 1.04:1
2.5 to 68.5 ft. / 0.74 to 20.9m
10.3 to 10.8° tele / 13.7 to 14.5° wide
Manual
NP11FL: NA / NP12ZL: 1 to 1.31 / NP13ZL: 1 to 2.01 / NP14ZL: 1 to 1.61 /\
 
NP15ZL: 1 to 1.53 / NP30ZL: 1 to 1.3
Manual
F= 2.3, f= 13.2mm
F= 2.2 to 2.69, f= 19.4 to 25.3mm
F= 1.7 to 2.37, f= 24.2 to 48.6mm
F= 2.2 to 2.64, f= 48.5 to 77.6mm
F= 2.2 to 2.7, f= 76.6 to 116.5mm
F= 1.9 to 2.1, f= 13.2 to 17.2mm
PA521U/PA621X: Mechanical -0.1 to +0.5 vertical,  
+/-0.3 horizontal
PA571W: Mechanical -0.1 to +0.6 vertical, +/-0.3 horizontal
+/- 40° horizontal, +/- 40° vertical
SIGNAL COMPATIBILITY/
CON NECTIVITY 
Scan Rate
   Horizontal
   Vertical 
  Supported Video Standards
  SD/HD Video Signal Compatibility
  PC Signal Compatibility
  Macintosh Compatibility
  Input/Output Terminals
    RGB1 (analog)  
    RGB2 (analog)
    RGB3 (digital)
    RGB4 (digital)
    RGB5 (digital)
   Audio
    Monitor Out
    Audio Out
  3D Sync Line 
 Audio
  External Control
  Sync Compatibility 15 – 153 kHz
48 – 120 Hz
NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-60, PAL-M, PAL-N, SECAM
1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, UXGA, WUXGA
Ye s
VGA 15-pin D-sub
5-BNC
HDMI w/ HDCP
HDMI w/ HDCP
DisplayPort w/ HDCP
Mini stereo
HDMI
Mini stereo (Variable audio out)
3Pin D 
10W mono
RS-232, IR, DDC/CI, USB, Mini Stereo
Separate Sync / Composite Sync / Sync on G
ELECTRICAL 
Power Requirements
  Input Current
  Power Consumption (ECO off/ECO Mode/Standby/ 
                            Standyby-Power Saving) 100 – 240V AC, 50/60Hz
5.1A
460W / 362W / 7.4W / 0.11W
MECHANICAL 
Optional Lenses
  Installation Orientation
  Dimensions (WxDxH)
  Net Weight
  Fan Noise
 Regulations NP11FL, NP12ZL, NP13ZL, NP14ZL, NP15ZL, NP30ZL 
Floor/Front, Floor/Rear, Ceiling/Front, Ceiling/Rear
19.7 x 14.4 x 6.5 in. / 499 x 366 x 164mm
18.5 lbs. / 8.4 kg
39 dB normal / 33 dB eco
USA: UL 1950 FCC Class B, Canada: CSA950 (C-UL), NOM
ENVIRONMENTAL  Operating Temperature
 Humidity
 Storage 41° – 104°F / 5° – 40°C
20-80% non-condensing
-14° – 122°F / -10° – 50°C
ACCESSORIES SCP200
 NP3250CM
 NP11FL
 NP12ZL
 NP13ZL
 NP14ZL
 NP15ZL
 NP30ZL
 NP26LP
 NP04CV
 NP02LM1
 RMT-PJ37
 
PW RCRD-PJPX
 RGBCBL-PJPX
 NECEW2-I
 ADVEXON1-I
 ADVEXON2-I
 NECECO Suspended ceiling plate
Ceiling mount
0.8:1 fixed short throw lens
1.19 - 1.56:1 zoom lens
1.5 – 3.0:1 zoom lens
2.97 - 4.79:1 zoom lens
4.7 - 7.2:1 zoom lens
0.79 - 1.04:1 zoom lens
Replacement lamp
Terminal cover
Wireless LAN module
Replacement remote control
Power cable
RGB cable
Extends term of parts and labor warranty to 4 years
Extends term of InstaCare service program to 2 years
Extends term of InstaCare service program to 3 years
Projector recycling program, disposal certificate