NEC Projector VE303 User Manual

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 CONTROL PANEL LOCK
When the keypad lock function is “ON”, the control panel will be locked however, the projector can be operated by the remote control. By selecting “OFF”, you will be able to reuse the control panel. Press and hold the EXIT button on the projector cabinet for about 10 seconds to turn off “CONTROL PANEL LOCK”.
CONTROL PANEL LOCKOFF
ON
 CONTROL ID
Use this feature to display the ID number of the projector when the 
"ID SET" button is pressed on the remote control.
CONTROL ID
EXITMOVE
SELECT
CONTROL ID NUMBER
CONTROL ID
OFF
CONTROL ID NUMBER
ADJUST
EXIT EXIT
CONTROL ID (ACTIVE)
EXIT EXIT
CONTROL ID NUMBER
ADJUST
CONTROL ID
OFF
ON
CONTROL ID WILL BE ENABLED.
ARE YOU SURE ?
YES NO
CONTROL IDCONTROL ID IS DISABLED ! 
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Problem: No image appears on screen
  Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and 
securely connected as described in the “Installation” section.
 Ensure the pins of connectors are not crooked or broken.
  Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Please 
refer to the “Replacing the lamp” section.
  Make sure the projector is switched on.
  Ensure that the “AV-MUTE” feature is not turned on.
Problem: Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image
  Press “AUTO ADJ.” on the remote control.
 If you are using a PC:
 For Windows Vista:
  1.   From the “My Computer” icon, open the “Control Panel” folder, 
and double click the “Appearance and Personalization”.
  2. Select “Personalization”.
 3.  Click “Adjust screen resolution” to display “Display Settings”. 
Click on the “Advanced Settings”.
 For Windows 7:
  1.   From “Start” menu, open “Control Panel”.
  2. From drop-down menu select “Display”.
 3.  Click “Adjust resolution”.
  If the projector is still not projecting the whole image, you will 
also need to change the monitor display you are using. Refer to 
the following steps.
  4.   Verify the resolution setting is less than or equal to 1280 x 1024 
resolution.
Troubleshooting
  If you experience trouble with the projector, refer to the 
following information. If the problem persists, please contact 
your local dealer or service center. 
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 5.   Select the “Change” under the “Monitor” tab .
  6.   Click on “Show all devices”. Next, select “Standard monitor 
types” under the SP box; choose the resolution mode you need 
under the “Models” box. 
 If you are using a Notebook:
  1.   First, follow the steps above to adjust resolution of the 
computer.
  2.   Press the toggle output settings. 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 gets the external display to come on or off.  For example, 
NEC notebook PCs use Fn + F3, while Dell notebook PCs use 
Fn + F8 key combination to toggle through external display 
selection.
   If you experience difficulty changing resolutions or your monitor 
freezes, restart all equipment including the projector.
Problem: The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook 
computer is not displaying a presentation
 If you are using a Notebook PC:
    Some Notebook PCs may deactivate their own screens when a 
second display device is in use. Each has a different way to be 
reactivated.  Refer to your computer’s documentation for detailed 
information.
Problem: Image is unstable or flickering
  Adjust the “PHASE” to correct it. Refer to the “SETTINGS” 
section for more information.
  Change the monitor color setting from your computer.
Problem: Image has vertical flickering bar
 Use “CLOCK” to make an adjustment.
   Check and reconfigure the display mode of your graphic card to 
make it compatible with the product.  
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Problem: Image is out of focus
 Adjust the focus ring on the projector lens. 
   Make sure the projection screen is between the required distance 
from the projector. Please see pages 31-32). 
Problem: The image is stretched when displaying 16:9 DVD
 
The projector automatically detects 16:9 DVD and adjusts the aspect 
ratio by digitizing to full screen with 4:3 default setting.
 
If the image is still stretched, you will also need to adjust the aspect 
ratio by referring to the following:
  Please select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player if you are 
playing a 16:9 DVD.
  If you can’t select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player, 
please select 4:3 aspect ratio in the on-screen menu.
Problem: Image is reversed
   Select “SETTINGS|GENERAL-->ORIENTATION” from the OSD 
and adjust the projection direction.
Problem: Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound
   When the lamp reaches its end of life, it will burn out and may 
make a loud popping sound.  If this happens, the projector will 
not turn on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace 
the lamp, follow the procedures in the “Replacing the Lamp”. 
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Problem: LED Indicator message
POWER LED Indicator
Indicator ConditionProjector ConditionNote
OffThe main power is off.Without connecting power cable.
Blinking lightGREEN0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFFThe projector is getting ready to turn on.--
2.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFFOff Timer is working.--
ORANGE0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFFCooling--
Steady lightGREENPower on mode--
REDNormal StandbyConnecting  power cable
STATUS LED Indicator
Indicator ConditionProjector ConditionNote
OffNormal Condition--
Blinking lightRED2cycle
(0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFF)
Temperature error--
3cycle
(0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFF)
Power errorPower unit is not working properly. Contact your dealer.
4cycle
(0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFF)
Fan error--
6cycle
(0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFF)
Lamp error--
GREEN0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFFRe-firing the lamp 
(The projector is cooling down)--
Steady lightORANGEControl Panel Lock is workingYou have pressed cabinet button when Control Panel Lock is on.
CONTROL ID errorRemote control ID and projector ID are not matched. 
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LAMP LED Indicator
Indicator ConditionProjector ConditionNote
OffNormal Condition--
Blinking lightRED0.5sec ON / 0.5sec OFFLamp has reached its end of life. --
Steady lightREDLamp has been used beyond its limit.The projector will not turn on until  the lamp is replaced.
GREEN[ECO MODE] is set to [ECO] 
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Problem: Message Reminders
  Over temperature - the projector has exceeded its recommended 
operating temperature and must be allowed to cool down before it 
may be used.
WARNING! TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH
1. MAKE SURE AIR IN AND OUTLETS ARE NOT BLOCKED.
2.MAKE SURE THE ENVIRONMENT TEMPERATURE IS UNDER 40 DEGREE C
  Replacing the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum 
lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon. 
WARNING! LAMP
LAMP WARNING
LAMP LIFE IS ABOVE LIMIT TIME. LAMP OFF!
WARNING! LAMP
LAMP WARNING
LAMP LIFE EXCEEDED.
 
NOTE: When you continue to use the projector for another 100 hours after the lamp has reached the end of its life, the projector cannot turn on.
If this happens, after replacing the lamp, connect the power cord and then press and hold the HELP button on the remote control at least 10 seconds. This will allow you to turn on the projector. Clear the lamp hours by selecting “OPTIONS” -> “LAMP SETTINGS” -> 
“CLEAR LAMP HOURS” from the menu. 
 Fan failed - the system fan is not working.
WARNING! FAN LOCKED
THE PROJECTOR WILL SWITCH OFF AUTOMATICALLY. 
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Replacing the lamp 
Optional lamp (NP40LP)
The projectors will detect the lamp life at 4500 hours in ECO 
Mode Off (6000 hours in ECO Mode). When the POWER 
LED indicator flashes red and the message below displays on 
screen, the projector has detected that the lamp is approaching 
its end of life. Please see page 68. It will show you a warning 
message: 
WARNING! LAMP
LAMP WARNING
LAMP LIFE IS ABOVE LIMIT TIME. LAMP OFF!
WARNING! LAMP
LAMP WARNING
LAMP LIFE EXCEEDED.
 
When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as 
possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at 
least 60 minutes before changing the lamp. 
Warning: To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp! 
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Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not drop the lamp module or touch the lamp bulb. The bulb may shatter and cause injury if it is dropped.
 Lamp Replacing Procedure: 
 1.   Switch off the power to the projector by pressing the “POWER OFF” button on the remote control or the  button on the control panel.
  2. Allow the projector to cool down at least 60 minutes.
  3. Disconnect the power cord.
  4.    Use a screwdriver to loosen the screw on the lamp cover. 
	5. Slide and remove the cover. 
  6. Loosen the screw on the lamp module. 
  7. Lift the handle. x
  8.   Pinch the arrow marked positions on the connector housing and pull the housing  upward for removing the connector. y
  9.  Pull out the lamp module. z
  10.  Install the new lamp module by reversing the previous steps.
  11.  After replacing the lamp, turn on the power, and select the MENU button -> OPTIONS|LAMP SETTINGS -> CLEAR LAMP HOURS 
to reset the lamp usage hours. Please see page 61.
• Do not break the glass on the lamp module. Keep finger prints off the glass surface on the lamp module. Leaving finger prints on the glass surface might cause an unwanted shadow and poor picture quality.• Be sure to tighten the screws after replacing the lamp module.
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Positioning holes
Positioning protrusions
	Make sure to align the positioning holes over the positioning protrusions for installing the lamp module. 
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Cleaning procedure for the lens
If the projection lens is dusty or blemished, please clean the 
lens as following procedure:
1.  Turn off the projector and cool projector down for a while.
2.  Unplug the power cord from outlet.
3.  Blow the dust by blower for cameras which you could buy 
from camera shops.Wipe the lens gently using a cleaning 
cloth.
 CAUTION:
•  Always wipe the lens with a cleaning cloth.•  Please do not wipe the lens hard because that may cause serious damage on the lens surface.•  Wiping might scratch the lens. Optical performance of the projector will thus be impacted if the lens is scratched after wiping. Optical performance impact will be dependent on the scratch condition on it.•  Do not use liquid cleaners or chemicals on the cloth because it may contaminate the cloth and cause serious damage on the surface of lens.•  Do not use a spray containing flammable gas to get rid of accumulated dust on the lens.  It may cause of fire. 
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