NEC Projector Pe401h User Manual

							
Projector
PE401H
User’s Manual
Model No.
NP-PE401H 
						

							
Ver.1/01/2013
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NOTES
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Important Information
Safety Cautions
Precautions
Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC projector and ke\
ep the manual handy for future reference.
CAUTION
To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet.The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the equipment as \
possible, and should be easily accessible.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET.THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may be sufficient to cause electrical shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact\
 with any part inside of the unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important information concerning the op\
eration and mainte-nance of this unit has been provided.The information should be read carefully to avoid problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD OR IN AN OUTLET UN\
LESS ALL THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
DOC Compliance Notice (for Canada only)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Machine Noise Information Regulation - 3. GPSGV,
The highest sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A) in accordance \
with EN ISO 7779.
Disposing of your used product
EU-wide legislation as implemented in each Member State requires that us\
ed electrical and elec-tronic products carrying the mark (left) must be disposed of separatel\
y from normal household waste. This includes projectors and their electrical accessories or lamp\
s. When you dispose of such products, please follow the guidance of your local authority and/or\
 ask the shop where you purchased the product. After collecting the used products, they are reused and recycled in a pr\
oper way. This effort will help us reduce the wastes as well as the negative impact such as mercury\
 contained in a lamp to the human health and the environment at the minimum level. The mark o\
n the electrical and electronic products only applies to the current European Union Member St\
ates.
WARNING TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:Handling the cables supplied with this product will expose you to lead, \
a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. 
						

							
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Important Information
RF Interference (for USA only)
WARNINGThe Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regulation could void your right to operate this equipme\
nt. This equipment has been test-ed and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pur\
suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmf\
ul interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio freq\
uency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer\
ence to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par\
ticular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television\
 reception, which can be deter-mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try\
 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•   Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•   Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to\
 which the receiver is connected.
•   Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
For UK only: In UK, a BS approved power cord with moulded plug has a Black (five Amps) fuse installed for use with this equipment. If a power cord is not supplied with this equip\
ment please contact your supplier.
Important SafeguardsThese safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings.
  Installation•     Do not place the projector in the following conditions:
-  on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
-   near water, baths, or damp rooms.
-   in direct sunlight, near heaters, or heat radiating appliances.
-   in a dusty, smoky or steamy environment.
-   on a sheet of paper, cloth, rugs, carpets, or any objects which are dama\
ged or affected by heat.
•    If you wish to have the projector installed on the ceiling:
-  Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.
-   The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order to ensure proper operation and reduce 
the risk of bodily injury.
-   In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector \
and the installation must be in 
accordance with any local building codes.
-   Please consult your dealer for more information.
WARNING 
 
•   Do not use any other object than the projector’s sliding lens cover t\
o cover the lens while the projector is on. Doing so can cause the object \
to get extremely hot, and possibly resulting in a fire or damage due to the heat emitted from the light output. 
•   Do not place any objects, which are easily affected by heat, in front of\
 
the projector lens. Doing so could lead to the object melting from the heat that is emitted from the light output.  
						

							
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Important Information
  Fire and Shock Precautions  
•  Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside your projector. Allow at least 4 inches (10cm) of space between\
 your projector and a wall.
•   Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet as it can become heated while\
 the projector is turned on and im-mediately after the projector is turned off.
•  Prevent foreign objects such as paper clips and bits of paper from falli\
ng into your projector. Do not at-tempt to retrieve any objects that might fall into your projector. Do no\
t insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver into your projector. If something should fall into y\
our projector, disconnect it immedi-ately and have the object removed by a qualified service personnel.
•   Do not place any objects on top of the projector.
•   Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm. Doing so can cause electrical shock or fire.
•   The projector is designed to operate on a power supply of 100-240V AC 50\
/60 Hz. Ensure that your power 
supply fits this requirement before attempting to use your projector.
•   Do not look into the lens while the projector is on. Serious damage to y\
our eyes could result.
•  Keep any items (magnifying glass etc.) out of the light path of the pr\
ojector. The light path being projected from the lamp is extensive, therefore any kind of abnormal objects that \
can redirect light coming out of the lamp, can cause unpredictable outcome such as a fire or injury to the eyes.
•   Do not block the light path between the light source and the lamp with a\
ny objects. Doing so could cause 
the object to catch on fire.
•   Do not place any objects, which are easily affected by heat, in front of\
 the projector lamp or a projector 
exhaust vent.Doing so could lead to the object melting or getting your hands burned f\
rom the heat that is emitted from the light output and exhaust.
•   Handle the power cord carefully. A damaged or frayed power cord can cause electric shock or fire.
-  Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied.  
-   Do not bend or tug the power cord excessively.
-   Do not place the power cord under the projector, or any heavy object.
-   Do not cover the power cord with other soft materials such as rugs.
-   Do not heat the power cord.
-   Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. 
•   Turn off the projector, unplug the power cord and have the projector serviced by a qualified service per
-sonnel under the following conditions:
-  When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
-   If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed\
 to rain or water.
-   If the projector does not operate normally when you follow the instructi\
ons described in this user’s 
manual.
Place the projector in a horizontal position
The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 5 degrees, nor should \
the projector be installed in any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically. 
						

							
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Important Information
  Remote Control Precautions
•  Handle the remote control carefully.
•   If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
•   Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
•   Do not short, heat, or take apart batteries.
•   Do not throw batteries into fire.
•   If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the \
batteries. 
•   Ensure that you have the batteries’ polarity (+/–) aligned corre\
ctly. 
•   Do not use new and old batteries together, or use different types of bat\
teries together. 
•   Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations. 
Lamp Replacement
•    Use the specified lamp for safety and performance.
•     To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on pages 63-64.
•     Be sure to replace the lamp when the message [THE LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE 
LIFE. PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP.] appears. If you continue to use the lamp\
 after the lamp has reached the end of its usable life, the lamp bulb may shatter, and piece\
s of glass may be scattered in the lamp case. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury.
  If this happens, contact your dealer for lamp replacement.
A Lamp Characteristic
The projector has a high-pressure mercury lamp as a light source.A lamp has a characteristic that its brightness gradually decreases with\
 age. Also repeatedly turning the lamp on and off will increase the possibility of its lower brightness.
 CAUTION:
•  DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be ext\
remely hot. Turn the projector off and then disconnect the power cord. Allow at least one hou\
r for the lamp to cool before handling.
•   When removing the lamp from a ceiling-mounted projector, make sure that \
no one is under the projec-tor. Glass fragments could fall if the lamp has been burned out.
Note for US Residents
The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please dispose according to L\
ocal, State or Federal Laws. -  
If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
-   If the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a\
 need for service.
• Disconnect the power cord and any other cables before carrying the \
projector.• Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord before cleaning th\
e cabinet or replacing the lamp.
•   Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord if the projector is not\
 to be used for an extended period 
of time.
•   When using a LAN cable: For safety, do not connect to the connector for peripheral device wiring\
 that might have excessive voltage. 
						

							
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Important Information
About High Altitude mode 
•    Set [FAN MODE] to [HIGH SPEED] when using the projector at altitudes app\
roximately 2500 feet/760 meters or higher. 
•     Using the projector at altitudes approximately 2500 feet/760 meters or h\
igher without setting to [HIGH 
SPEED] can cause the projector to overheat and the protector could shut \
down. If this happens, wait a couple minutes and turn on the projector. 
•     Using the projector at altitudes less than approximately 2500 feet/760 m\
eters and setting to [HIGH 
SPEED] can cause the lamp to overcool, causing the image to flicker. Switch [FAN MODE] to [AUTO]. 
•     Using the projector at altitudes approximately 2500 feet/760 meters or h\
igher can shorten the life of opti-
cal components such as the lamp.
 
About Copyright of original projected pictures: 
Please note that using this projector for the purpose of commercial gain\
 or the attraction of public attention in a venue such as a coffee shop or hotel and employing compression or e\
xpansion of the screen image with 
the following functions may raise concern about the infringement of copyrights which are p\
rotected by copy-right law. [ASPECT RATIO], [KEYSTONE], Magnifying feature and other simi\
lar features.  
[NOTE] Power management function
The projector has power management functions.To reduce power consumption, the power management functions (1 and 2) \
are factory-preset in the following way. To control the projector via a LAN or serial cable connec\
tion, use the on-screen menu to change the settings for 1 and 2. 
1. STANDBY MODE (Factory preset: POWER-SAVING) To control the projector from an external device, select [NORMAL] for [S\
TANDBY MODE].When [POWER-SAVING] is selected for [STANDBY MODE], the following connec\
tors and functions will not work: - PC CONTROL connector, MONITOR OUT connector, AUDIO OUT connector, LAN \
functions, Mail Alert function, DDC/CI (Virtual Remote Tool)
2. AUTO POWER OFF (Factory default: 30 minutes) To control the projector from an external device, select [0] for [AUTO P\
OWER OFF (MIN)].-When [30] is selected for [AUTO POWER OFF], you can enable the projecto\
r to automatically turn off in 30 minutes if there is no signal received by any input or if no operatio\
n is performed.  
 Health precautions to users viewing 3D images
•   Before viewing, be sure to read health care precautions that may be foun\
d in the user’s manual included with your LCD shutter eyeglasses or your 3D compatible content such as D\
VDs, video games, comput-er’s video files and the like.To avoid any adverse symptoms, heed the following:
-  Do not use LCD shutter eyeglasses for viewing any material other than 3D\
 images.
-   Allow a distance of 2 m/7 feet or greater between the screen and a user.\
 Viewing 3D images from too 
close a distance can strain your eyes.
-   Avoid viewing 3D images for a prolonged period of time. Take a break of \
15 minutes or longer after 
every hour of viewing.
-   If you or any member of your family has a history of light-sensitive sei\
zures, consult a doctor before 
viewing 3D images.
-   While viewing 3D images, if you get sick such as nausea, dizziness, quea\
siness, headache, eyestrain, 
blurry vision, convulsions, and numbness, stop viewing them. If symptoms\
 still persist, consult a doc-tor. 
						

							
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents...............................1
Usage Notice .....................................2
Precautions  .........................................2
Introduction  ........................................4
Product Features  ................................4
Package Overview  ..............................6
Product Overview  ...............................7
Projector  .................................................7
Connection Ports  ....................................8
Control Panel..........................................9
Attaching the Cable Cover  ...................10
Remote Control  ....................................11
Battery Installation  ................................14
Using the Downloadable Software  .......15
Viewing 3D Images  ..............................24
Installation  .......................................25
Connecting the Projector  ..................25
Connect to Computer/Notebook  ...........25
Connect to Video Sources  ....................26
Powering On/Off the Projector  ..........27
Powering On the Projector  ...................27
Powering Off the Projector  ...................28
Warning Indicator  .................................29
Adjusting the Projected Image  ..........30
Adjusting the Height of Projector Image  
30
Adjusting the Projector Zoom/Focus ....31
Adjusting Projection Image Size...........31
User Controls...................................33
On Screen Display  ............................33
How to operate   ....................................33
Menu Tree   ...........................................34
IMAGE | GENERAL  ..............................36
IMAGE | ADVANCED  ...........................38
SCREEN | GENERAL  ..........................40
SCREEN | 3D SETTING  ......................41
SETTING | GENERAL  ..........................42
SETTING | SIGNAL  ..............................44
SETTING | ADVANCED  .......................45
SETTING | ADVANCED | SECURITY  ..46
SETTING | ADVANCED | NETWORK  ..48
OPTIONS | GENERAL  .........................51
OPTIONS | LAMP/FILTER SETTINGS 52
OPTIONS | INFORMATION  .................53
OPTIONS | ADVANCED  .......................54
Appendices  ......................................55
Troubleshooting  ................................55
Cleaning the Filter  .............................60
Replacing the lamp   ..........................63
Cleaning procedure for the lens  ........65
Specifications  ....................................66
Compatibility Modes  .........................68
VGA Analog  ..........................................68
HDMI Digital  .........................................70
Ceiling Mount Installation  ..................73
Cabinet Dimensions  ..........................74
Pin Assignments of D-Sub  COMPUTER Input Connector  ...........75
PC Control Codes and Cable Connection  ........................................76
Troubleshooting Check List  ..............77
REGISTER YOUR PROJECTOR!   ...79 
						

							
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Usage Notice

Precautions
 
Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recom-
mended in this user’s guide to maximize the life of your unit.
■ Warning-This projector will detect the life of the lamp 
itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it 
shows warning messages.
■ Warning-Reset the “CLEAR LAMP HOURS” function 
from the on-screen display “OPTIONS |LAMP/
FILTER SETTINGS” menu after replacing the 
lamp module (refer to page 52).
■ Warning-When switching the projector off, please ensure 
the cooling cycle has been completed before 
disconnecting power.
■ Warning-Turn on the projector first and then the signal 
sources.
■ Warning-When the lamp reaches the end of its life, it will 
burn out and may make a loud popping sound. 
If this happens, the projector will not turn back 
on until the lamp module has been replaced. To 
replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed 
under “Replacing the Lamp”.
Turkish RoHS information relevant for Turkish market
EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.
This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view 
at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflec-
tions at visual display workplaces this device must not be 
placed in the direct field of view.
High gain type screens are not optimal for use with this 
projector. The lower the screen gain (i.e., screen gain on the 
order of 1), the better the appearance of the projected image. 
						

							
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Usage Notice

  Do:
■   Turn off the product before cleaning.
■   Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the 
display housing.
■   Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not 
being used for a long period of time.
■   If the lens is soiled, use a commercially available cleaning cloth 
for lens.
  Do not:
■   Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.
■   Use under the following conditions:
-   Extremely heat, cold or humidity.
-   In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
-   In direct sunlight.
-   Move the projector by holding the cable cover.
-   Hang from the projector in a ceiling or wall mounted instal-
lation.
-   Apply excessively strong pressure against the lens.
-   Keep finger prints off the lens surface.