NEC Projector Vt37 User Manual

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NOTE: When “sRGB”, “Graphic”, “Video” or “Movie” is selected, the brightness decreases slightly when compared to “Presenta-
tion”. This is not a malfunction.
User Adjust (when using User)
When selecting user adjustable presetting (User), the submenu will be displayed.
You can customize each gamma or color. To do so, first select “User” and press the ENTER button, and then proceed
the following steps.
Selecting Base Setting [Base Setting]
This feature allows you to use white balance or gamma values as reference data to optimize for various types of
images. You can select one of the following five settings.
• Presentation • Video
• Movie • Graphic
• sRGB
Selecting Gamma Correction Mode [Gamma Correction]
Each mode is recommended for :
Dynamic ................ Creates a high-contrast picture
Black Detail ........... Emphasizes detail in dark areas of the picture
Natural .................. Natural reproduction of the picture
Adjusting White Balance [Brightness RGB/Contrast RGB]
This allows you to adjust the white balance. Brightness for each color (RGB) is used to adjust the black level of the
screen; Contrast for each color (RGB) to adjust the white level of the screen.
Adjusting Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Color and Hue
Brightness ............. Adjusts the brightness level or the back raster intensity.
Contrast ................ Adjusts the intensity of the image according to the incoming signal.
Sharpness ............. Controls the detail of the image for Video.
Color ..................... Increases or decreases the color saturation level (not valid for RGB).
Hue ........................ Varies the color level from +/– green to +/– blue. The red level is used as reference. This adjustment is only
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 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Image]
Normal
Standard
4:3 Aspect
When 16:9 is selected from
the source (i.e. DVD player),
the following selections will
display:
Normal
16:9 image displayed
in 4:3 modeWide Zoom Cinema Native
Left and right
stretchedLeft and right
stretched
Wide Zoom Cinema Native
Left and right
stretchedLeft and right stretched to
display the true aspect
Native (RGB only): Turns off the Advanced AccuBlend feature. The projector displays the current image in its true
resolution.
NOTE:
•While you are displaying an image at the projector’s native resolution or higher, “Native” is not available.
•You can adjust the image position for Cinema aspect. See “Cinema Position” for setting the image position.
Copyright
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 expansion of the screen image with a Aspect Ratio setting may raise
concern about the infringement of copyrights which are protected by copyright law.
When 4:3 is selected from
the source (i.e. DVD player),
the following selections will
display:
Correcting Vertical Keystone Distortion [Keystone]
This feature corrects the keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to make the top of the screen longer or shorter to be the
same as the bottom. See page 24.
You can save the changes using the Keystone Save feature when you turn off the projector.
Saving Vertical Keystone Correction [Keystone Save]
This option enables you to save your current keystone settings.
Saving your change once affects all sources. The changes are saved when the projector is off.
Selecting Aspect Ratio [ Aspect Ratio]
Aspect Ratio allows you to select the best Aspect mode to display your source image. You can also display the Aspect
Ratio menu by pressing the “ASPECT” button on the remote control. 
						

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Adjusting the Vertical Position of Image [Cinema Position] (for Cinema only)
This feature adjusts the vertical position of the image when viewing video with Cinema aspect ratio selected.
When “Cinema” is selected in “Aspect Ratio”, the image is displayed with black borders on the top and bottom.
You can adjust the vertical position between top and bottom.
NOTE: This option is available only when “Cinema” is selected in Aspect Ratio.
 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Setup]
Using Off Timer [Off Timer]
You can set the timer so that the projector turns itself off at the preset time.
1. Use the SELECT 
 or  button to select your desired time between 30 minutes and 8 hours: Off, 0:30,
1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 6:00 and 8:00.
2. Press the ENTER button.
3. The Off Timer starts counting down remaining time.
4. The projector turns off after the countdown is complete.
NOTE:
•To cancel the preset time, select “Off” for the preset time or turn off the power.
•When the remaining time reaches 3 minutes before the projector is turned off, the “Projector will turn off in 3 minutes”
message will be displayed on the bottom of the screen.
Selecting Lamp Mode [Lamp Mode]
This feature enables you to select two brightness modes of the lamp:
Normal and Eco modes. The lamp life can be extended by using the Eco mode.
Normal Mode ........ This is the default setting (100% Brightness).
Eco Mode .............. Select this mode to increase the lamp life (80% Brightness).
NOTE: If the projector is overheated in Normal mode, there may be a case where the Lamp mode automatically changes to Eco
mode to protect the projector. When the projector is in Eco mode, the picture brightness decreases. When the projector comes
back to normal temperature, the Lamp mode returns to Normal mode.
NOTE: Thermometer symbol  indicates the lamp mode is automatically set to Eco mode because the internal temperature is too
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Selecting Menu Language [Language]
You can choose one of 21 languages for on-screen instructions.
Selecting Menu Color [Menu Color Select]
You can choose between two color modes for menu color: color and monochrome.
Selecting Menu Display Time [Menu Display Time]
This option allows you to select how long the projector waits after the last touch of a button to turn off the menu.
The preset choices are “Manual”, “Auto 5 sec”, “Auto 15 sec”, and “Auto 45 sec”. The “Auto 45 sec” is the factory
preset.
Selecting a Color or Logo for Background [Background]
Use this feature to display a black/ blue screen or logo when no signal is available.
Selecting Projector Orientation [Orientation]
This sets your image for your type of projection. The options are:
desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection.
Enabling Key Sound and Error Sound [Beep]
This feature turns on or off the keypad sound or alarm when a button on the cabinet and the remote control is pressed
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 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Advanced]
Security
A keyword can be set for your projector to avoid operation by an unauthorized user using the Menu. When a keyword
is set, turning on the projector will display the Keyword input screen. Unless the correct keyword is entered, the
projector cannot project an image.
To enable the Security function:
1. Select [Advanced] → [Security] and press the  button to select “On”.
The [Keyword] screen will be displayed.
The [Confirm Keyword] screen will be displayed. 2. Type in a combination of the four SELECT buttons 

 and press the ENTER button.
NOTE: A keyword must be four to 10 digits in length. 
						

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3.Type in the same combination of SELECT buttons 
 and press the ENTER button.
The confirmation screen will be displayed.
4. Select “Yes” and press the ENTER button.
The Security function has been enabled.
To disable the Security function:
1. Select [Advanced] → [Security] and press the  button to select “Off”.
2. Type in your keyword and press the ENTER button.
When the correct keyword is entered, the Security function will be disabled.
When the Security function is enabled and the projector is turned on, the projector will display a blue
background.
To display an image at this time, press the MENU button to display the Keyword input screen. The Keyword confirmation screen will be displayed.
Type in the correct keyword and press the ENTER button. The projector will display an image.
NOTE:
•The security disable mode is maintained until the main power is turned off (by setting the main power switch to “O” or
unplugging the power cable).
•If you forget your keyword, contact your dealer. Your dealer will provide you with your keyword in exchange for your request
code. Your request code is displayed in the Keyword Confirmation screen. In this example “K992-45L8-JNGJ-4XU9-1YAT-
EEA2” is a request code. 
						

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Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [Cabinet Button Lock]
This option turns on or off the Cabinet Button Lock function.
NOTE:
•This Cabinet Button Lock does not affect the remote control and the PC Control functions.
•When the cabinet buttons are unlocked, pressing and holding the EXIT button for about 10 seconds will change the setting to
enable.
•Key symbol  indicates the Cabinet Button Lock is enabled.
Enabling High Speed Fan Mode [Fan Mode]
This option allows you to select two modes for fan speed: High speed mode and Auto mode.
High ...................... The built-in fans run at a fixed high speed.
Auto ...................... The built-in fans automatically run at a variable speed according to the internal temperature.
When you wish to cool down the temperature inside the projector quickly, select “High”.
NOTE: Select “High” if you continue to use the projector for consecutive days.
Selecting Signal Format [Signal Select]
[Computer]
Allows you to choose “Computer” for an RGB source such as a computer, or “Component” for a component video
source such as a DVD player. Normally select “RGB/Component” and the projector automatically detects a compo-
nent signal. However there may be some component signals that the projector is unable to detect. If this is the
case, select “Component”. Select “Scart” in Computer for the European Scart signal.
[Video & S-Video System Select]
This feature enables you to select composite video standards manually. Normally select “Auto”.
When you select the video standard for Video and S-Video, select the video standard from the pull-down menu.
This must be done for Video and S-Video respectively. 
						

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Enabling Power Management [Power Management]
When this option is on and there is no input for five minutes or more, the projector will automatically turn itself off.
Turning On Noise Reduction [Noise Reduction] (not available for Video and S-Video signals)
Reduces video noise. Select “On” to enable the Noise Reduction feature.
Turning On Flicker Reduction [Flicker Reduction]
Reduces flicker which can occur in an interlaced signal. This feature is not available for RGB and HDTV signals.
NOTE: When the Flicker Reduction is ON, jagged lines can be visible depending on the signal. In that case, select OFF.
NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on your video equipment connected to the projector.
Setting Auto Adjust [Auto Adjust]
This feature sets the Auto Adjust mode so that the RGB image can be automatically or manually adjusted for noise
and stability. You can automatically make adjustment in two ways: Normal and Fine
Off ......................... The RGB image will not be automatically adjusted.
You can manually optimize the RGB image.
Normal .................. Default setting. The RGB image will be automatically adjusted. Normally select this option.
Fine ....................... Select this option if fine adjustment is needed. It takes more time to switch to the source than when “Nor-
mal” is selected.
Adjusting Position/Clock (when Auto Adjust is off)
This allows you to manually adjust the image horizontally and vertically, and adjust Clock and Phase.
[Horizontal/Vertical]
Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically.
This adjustment is made automatically when the Auto Adjust is turned on.
[Clock] (available for RGB and HDTV signals only)
Use this item with the “Auto Adjust off ” to fine tune the computer image or to remove any vertical banding that
might appear. This function adjusts the clock frequencies that eliminate the horizontal banding in the image. This
adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the first time. This adjustment is made auto-
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[Phase] (available for RGB and HDTV signals only)
Use this item to adjust the clock phase or to reduce video noise, dot interference or cross talk. (This is evident
when part of your image appears to be shimmering.)
Use “Phase” only after the “Clock” is complete.
This adjustment is made automatically when the Auto Adjust is turned on.
Selecting Communication Speed [Communication Speed]
This feature sets the baud rate of the PC Control port (DIN 8 Pin). It supports data rates from 4800 to 19200 bps.
The default is 19200 bps.
Select the appropriate baud rate for your equipment to be connected (depending on the equipment, a lower baud rate
may be recommended for long cable runs).
 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Information]
Displays the status of the current signal, remaining lamp (%), lamp/filter/projector usage time (hours) and version
information. The Information has two pages. The Information included is as follows:
[Page 1]
Remaining Lamp Time (%)*
Lamp Hour Meter (H)
Filter Usage
Projector Usage
*The progress indicator shows the percentage of remaining bulb life. The value informs you of the amount of
lamp usage. When the remaining lamp time reaches 0, the Remaining Lamp Time bar indicator changes
from 0% to 100 Hours and starts counting down.
If the remaining lamp time reaches 0 hours, the projector will not turn on regardless of whether the lamp
mode is set to Normal or Eco.
BIOS Version
Firmware Version
Data Version
[Page 2]
Source Index
Horizontal Frequency
Vertical Frequency
Sync Polarity
Signal Type
Video Type
Sync Type
Interlace 
						

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 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Default]
Returning to Factory Default [Factory Default]
The Factory Default feature allows you to change adjustments and setting to the factory preset.
[Current Signal]
Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels.
The items that can be reset are: Brightness, Contrast, Color, Hue, Sharpness, Noise Reduction, Aspect Ratio,
Horizontal Position, Vertical Position, Clock, Phase and Picture Management.
[All Data]
Reset all the adjustments and settings for all the signals to the factory preset for source except the following:
Language, Security, Communication Speed, Remaining Lamp Time, Lamp Hour Meter, Filter Usage and Projector
Usage. To reset the lamp usage time, see “Clear Lamp Hour Meter” and “Clear Filter Usage”.
Resetting the Filter Usage Hours [Clear Filter Usage]
Resets the filter usage back to zero. Selecting this option displays submenu for a confirmation. Select “Yes” and press
the ENTER button.
Clearing Lamp Hour Meter [Clear Lamp Hour Meter]
Resets the lamp clock back to zero. Selecting this option displays submenu for a confirmation. Select “Yes” and press
the ENTER button.
NOTE: The projector will turn off and go into standby mode after 3100 hours (up to 4100 hours in Eco mode) of service.
If this happens, press the HELP button on the remote control for ten seconds to reset the lamp clock back to zero.
When the lamp time clock is reset to zero, the LAMP indicator goes out.
Do this only after replacing the lamp.