NEC Vt580 Projector User Manual

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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
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Use the ZOOM lever to adjust the image size on the screen.
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Use the FOCUS ring to obtain the best focus.
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 Correcting Keystone Distortion
Correcting Keystone Distortion
If the screen is tilted vertically, keystone distortion becomes large. Proceed with the following
steps to correct keystone distortion
NOTE: The Keystone correction can cause an image to be slightly blurred because the correction is made electronically.
NOTE: The Keystone correction range can be made narrower, depending on a signal or its aspect ratio selection.
Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet
1. Press the SELECT 
 or  button with...

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Adjusting with the Auto Keystone Function (VT580 only)
The Auto Keystone correction feature will correct the vertical distortion of\
 a projected image on the screen. No special
operation required. Just put the projector on a flat surface.
TIP: Even when the menu setting for [Auto Keystone] is turned on, [Keyst\
one] can be adjusted manually.
To turn on [Auto Keystone], proceed the following steps.
1. Press the MENU button
The menu will be displayed.
2. Press the SELECT  button to select [Setup] and...

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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
 Optimizing RGB Picture Automatically
Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust
Optimizing an RGB image automatically.
Press the AUTO ADJ. button to optimize an RGB image automatically.
This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the \
first time.
[Poor picture]
[Normal picture]
VOLUMEL-CLICK
MOUSER-CLICK
ASPECT HELP FREEZE
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AUTO ADJ.S-VIDEO VIDEOCOMPUTER
LAMP MODE12
Increase volume
Decrease volumeVOLUMEL-CLICK
MOUSER-CLICK
ASPECT...

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 Turning off the Projector
To turn off the projector:
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
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1. First, press the POWER (ON/STAND BY) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on
the remote control. The [Power Off / Are you sure?]message will appear.
2. Secondly, press the ENTER button or press the POWER (ON/STAND BY) or the POWER OFF buttonagain.
The power...

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\b After Use
Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off.
1. Unplug the power cable.
2. Disconnect any other cables.
3. Retract adjustable tilt feet if extended.4. Cover the lens with the lens cap.5. Put the projector and accessories in the supplied soft case.
CAUTION:
Use caution when putting the projector in the soft case immediately afte\
r the projector has been operating. The
projector cabinet is hot.
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 

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	 Turning off the Image and Sound
Press the PIC-MUTE button to turn off the image and sound for a short
period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound.
NOTE:
Sound from the AUDIO OUT jack (Stereo mini) on the VT580/VT480 can be
turned off.

  Freezing a Picture
Press the FREEZE button to freeze a picture. Press again to resume
motion.
 Enlarging a Picture
You can enlarge the picture up to four times.
NOTE: The maximum magnification may be less than four times depending on\
 a
signal.
To...

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 Changing 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.
To change to the [Eco] mode, do the following:
1. Press the LAMP MODE button on the remote control to display [Lamp Mode] \
screen.
2. Use the SELECT 

 or  button to select [Eco] mode.
3. Press the ENTER button.
To change from [Eco] to [Normal], Go back to Step 2 and select [Normal]. \
Repeat Step 3.
NOTE: • The Lamp Mode can be changed...

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4. Convenient Features
5. Use the SELECT 
 or  button to select [On] and press the ENTER button.
The [Keyword] screen will be displayed.
6. 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.Please make a note \
of your keyword.
The [Confirm Keyword] screen will be displayed.
NOTE:Do not forget your keyword. However, if you forget your keyword, NEC or your dealer will provide you with your Release
Code upon proof of...

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4. Convenient Features
To turn on the projector when Security is enabled:
1. Press the Main Power Switch to the On position (I).2. Press and hold the POWER or the ON/STAND BY button for a minimum of 1 second.
The projector will be turned on and display a message to the effect that the projector is security-protected.
3. Press the MENU button.
The Keyword screen will be displayed.
4. Enter your keyword in the Keyword screen and press the ENTER button.
You can view the projected image.
NOTE: The...