NEC VT650 - Manuals

D E C L A R A T I O N O F C O N F O R M I T Y This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. (1) This device maynot cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undes...

E–2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using yourNEC VT650 Projector and keep the manual handyfor future reference.Your serial number is located under the name platelabel on the right side of your VT650. Record it here: CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure ...

E–3 Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long lifeof your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Pleaseread them carefully and heed all warnings. Installation 1. For best results, use your projector in a darkened room. 2. Place the projector on a flat, level surface in ...

E–4 Lamp Replacement • To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided onpage E-38. • Be sure to replace the lamp when the message "Thelamp has reached the end of its usable life. Please re-place the lamp." appears. If you continue to use the lampafter the lamp has reached the end of i...

E–5 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION Introduction to the VT650 Projector ....................... E-6Getting Started ....................................................... E-6What’s in the Box ................................................... E-7Getting to Know Your VT650 Projector .................

E–6 1. INTRODUCTION Introduction to the VT650 Projector This section introduces you to your new VT650 Projector anddescribes the features and controls. Congratulations on Your Purchase of The VT650 Projector The VT650 is one of the very best projectors available today.The VT650 enables you to projec...

E–7 What's in the Box? Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer.Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your VT650 Projector. M E NU E NT ER CA N C EL SEL EC T PO WE R STA TUS ON /O FF SO UR CE AU TO AD JUS T RG...

E–8 M E NU EN T ER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON /STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST RGB INPUT OUTPUT AUD IN OUT PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO VID Getting to Know Your VT650 Projector Front/ Side Features Controls Focus Ring Adjustable Tilt Foot Button AC Input Connect the supplied powercable’s three-pin plug here....

E–9 ME NU E NT ER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON /STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST Remote Sensor Rear/ Side Features Remote Sensor Rear Foot Built-in Monaural Speaker (1W) Rear Foot Lamp Cover Lamp Cover Screw Attaching the lens cap to the bottom with the supplied string and rivet 1. Thread the string t...

E–10 Top Features 1. Power Button (ON / STAND BY) Use this button to turn the power on and off when the power issupplied and the projector is in standby mode. NOTE: To turn off the projector, press and hold this button for minimum of two seconds. 2. Status Indicator When this is lit red continually,...

E–11 RGB INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO IN IN OUT OUT PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO VIDEO Terminal Panel Features 1 1. RGB Input Connector(Mini D-Sub 15 pin) Connect your PC or other RGB equipment. Use the suppliedsignal cable to connect to a PC. 2. RGB Monitor Output Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 pin) You can use this connect...

E–12 Remote Control OFF ON VIDEO S-VIDEO RGB POWER PJ MAGNIFY SELECT E M NU T E R N E NC E A C L 1 3 4 5 7 8 11 16 6 9 10 19 12 13 2 1817 20 AUTO ADJ. FREEZE PIC-MUTE PICTURE 15 14 VOLUME HELP ASPECT Remote Control Features NOTE: If you are using a Macintosh computer, you can click either the right-...

E–13 Operating Range Remote Control Battery Installation 1. Push to open the battery cover. 2. Remove both old batteries and install new ones (AA). Ensure that you have the batteries’ polarity (+/–) aligned correctly. 3. Put the battery cover back on. Do not mix different types of batteries or new a...

E–14 Using Remote Mouse Receiver The remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer’s mouse functions from the remote control (Computer mode). It isa great convenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations.To return to the Projector mode, press the PJ button(lit red)...

E–15 Switching Operation Mode between Computer and Projector The SELECT, ENTER, and CANCEL buttons shown on the drawing work as a computer mouse in the Computer mode.In the Computer mode the PJ button is not lit. • When any one of the POWER ON, OFF, MENU, HELP, or MAGNIFY button is pressed, the PJ b...

E–16 This section describes how to set up your VT650 projector andhow to connect video and audio sources. Setting up Your Projector Your VT650 Projector is simple to set up and use. But beforeyou get started, you must first:1. Determine the image size.2. Set up a screen or select a non-glossy white ...

E–17 Screen (inch) Distance Chart NOTE: Distances may vary +/–5%. Lens Offset 5.5mm B = Vertical distance between lens center and screen centerC = Throw distanceD = Vertical distance between lens center and bottom of screen for desktop α = Throw angle Screen Size (Diagonal) inch mm inch mm inch mm i...

E–18 WARNING • Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NEC dealer for moreinformation. * Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.• Only use your projector on a solid, level surface. If the projector falls to the ground, you can be injure...

E–19 Wiring Diagram NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect be- tween the projector and the notebook PC before turning on thepower to the notebook PC. In most cases signal cannot be outputfrom RGB output unless the notebook PC is turned on after con-necting with the projector. NOTE: ...

E–20 RGB INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO IN IN OUT OUT PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO VIDEO RGB INPUT AUDIO Connecting Your PC IBM VGA or Compatibles (Notebook type) Signal cable (supplied) To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the projector. It isrecommended that you use a commercially available dis-tribution amplifier if conn...

E–21 RGB INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO IN IN OUT OUT PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO VIDEO RGB INPUT AUDIO 1 ON DI P 2 3 4 5 6 To connect to a Macintosh, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your projector and your Macintosh computer. 2. Use the supplied signal cable to connect your Macintosh computer to the projector. 3. Turn...

E–22 You can connect a separate, external monitor to your VT650 to simultaneously view on a monitor the image you're projecting. To do so:1. Turn off the power to your projector, monitor and computer.2. Use a 15-pin cable to connect your monitor to the RGB Monitor Output (Mini D-Sub 15 pin) connecto...

E–23 RGB INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO IN IN OUT OUT PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO VIDEO RGB INPUT R L R L Y Cb Cr You can connect your projector to a DVD player with component outputs or Video output. To do so, simply:1. Turn off the power to your projector and DVD player.2. If your DVD player has the component video (Y...

E–24 R L RGB INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO IN IN OUT OUT PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO R L Use common RCA cables (not provided) to connect your VCR, laser disc player or document camera to your projector.To make these connections, simply:1. Turn off the power to the projector and VCR, laser disc...

E–25 3.OPERATION This section describes how to select a computer or video source,how to adjust the picture, and how to customize the menu or projec-tor settings. General Controls Before you turn on your projector, ensure that the computer or videosource is turned on and that your lens cap is removed...

E–26 About Startup Screen(Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startupscreen.This screen gives you the opportunity to select one of theseven menu languages: English, German, French, Italian, Span-ish, Swedish and Japanese. To select a menu language, fol...

E–27 Adjusting the Image Size and the Focus To adjust the projector’s focus or to zoom in and out use theFocus ring or Zoom lever on the lens. MAGNIFY MAGNIFY While the picture is enlarged, you can move it using the “Select” , , , or button. RG B INP UT OU TPU T AU D IN OU T PC -C ON TRO L S-V IDE O...

E–29 Basic/ Advanced Menu Sub Menu Menu Tree NOTE: Some menu items are not availabledepending on the input Source. Advanced Menu Source Select Picture Volume Image Options Color Management Projector Options Information (Toutes) Basic Menu Source Select Picture Volume Image Options Projector Options ...

E–30 Setup Page1 Page2 Page3 Page4 Orientation Desktop Front Top Cinema Position Logo Background Menu Elements Title bar Tab Highlight ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the follo...

E–31 Menu Descriptions & Functions RGB Video S-Video Volume 0 Source Select Picture Brightness Contrast Color Hue Sharpness 0 0 0 0 0 Enables you to select a video source such as a VCR, DVD player,laser disc player, computer or document camera depending onwhat is connected to your inputs. Press ...

E–32 Lamp Mode Lamp Mode Normal Eco This feature enables you to select two brightness modes of thelamp: Normal and Eco modes. The lamp life can be extended upto 3000 hours by using the Eco mode. Normal Mode: This is the default setting. This setting con- sumes maximum current from the AC in-put and ...

E–33 Position/Clock Horizontal Vertical Clock Phase 100 800 50 50 This allows you to manually adjust the image horizontallyand vertically, and adjust Clock and Phase. <Horizontal/Vertical Position>Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically usingthe and buttons.This adjustment is ma...

E–34 Projector Options Allows you to set preferences for the on-screen menu. <Menu Mode>This feature allows you to select two menu modes: one hasbasic functionality and the other more advanced functional-ity.Basic Mode: This is the normal mode. Advanced Mode: This mode is used for advanced use...

E–35 Setup Page1 Page2 Page3 Page4 RGB Video S-Video Auto Auto Auto Signal Select <No Input Display>When this feature is turned on, the “No Input” message willappear if there is no signal present. <Volume Bar>This option turns on or off the volume bar when you adjustthe sound volume usin...

E–36 [Page 4] (Advanced mode) Setup Page1 Page2 Page3 Page4 Default Source Select Communication Speed Select 19200bps Control Panel Key Lock Clear Lamp Hour Meter Clear Filter Usage Default Source RGB Unlock [Page 3] (Advanced mode) Setup Page1 Page2 Page3 Page4 Auto Adjust Auto Start Power Manageme...

E–37 NOTE: The progress indicator shows the percentage of remain- ing bulb life.The value informs you of the amount of lamp andprojector usage respectively. To lock the cabinet buttons: 1) Use the Select or button to select “Control Panel Key Lock” and press the ENTER button. The submenuwill be disp...

E–38 ME NU E NTER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON /OFF SOURCE AUTO ADJUST 1 5. After you install a new lamp, select [Advanced Menu] → [Projector Options] → [Setup] → [Page 4] → [Clear Lamp Hour Meter] to reset the lamp usage hours. NOTE: When the lamp exceeds 2100 hours (up to 3100 hours in Eco mode...

E–39 Cleaning or Replacing the Filters The air-filter sponge keeps the inside of the VT650 Projectorfree from dust or dirt and should be cleaned after every 100 hoursof operation (more often in dusty conditions). If the filter is dirtyor clogged, your projector may overheat. CAUTION • Turn off the p...

E–42 Cabinet Dimensions Unit = mm (inch) VT650 RGB INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO IN IN OUT OUT PC-CONTROL S-VIDEO VIDEO ME NU E NT ER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON/STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST 48.9 (1.93") 14 (0.55") 102.5 (4.03") 283.6 (11.17") 12.88 (0.51") 243.1 (9.57") 33.25 (1.31&...

E–43 5 1 4 2 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 6 9 7 8 D-Sub Pin Assignments Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) YCbCr Signal 1 Red Cr 2 Green or Sync on Green Y 3 Blue Cb 4 Ground 5 Ground 6 Red Ground Cr Ground 7 Green Ground Y Ground 8 Blue Ground Cb Ground 9 No Connection 10 Sync Signal Gr...

E–44 Compatible Input Signal List Signal Resolution Frequency H. Refresh Rate Dot Clock ( Dots ) ( kHz ) ( Hz ) ( MHz ) NTSC – 15.734 60 - PAL – 15.625 50 - SECAM 768 576 15.625 50 - VESA 640 480 31.47 59.94 25.175 IBM 640 480 31.47 60 25.175 MAC 640 480 31.47 60 25.175 MAC 640 480 34.97 66.67 31.33...

E–45 Cable Connection Communication Protocol Baud rate: 19200 bps Data length: 8 bits Parity: No parity Stop bit: One bit X on/off: None Communications Full duplex procedure: 1 2 5 4 3 6 7 8 To RxD of PC PC Control Connector (DIN-8P) To TxD of PC To GND of PC NOTE: Pins 2, 3, 5, 6 and 8 are used ins...