Page 2 - IMPORTANT INFORMATION; GSGV Acoustic Noise Information Ordinance:; which the receiver is connected.; C A U T I O N; • Macintosh and PowerBook are registered trademarks of Apple Com-
E – 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC MultiSyncLT155/LT154 Projector and keep the manual handy for future refer-ence.Your serial number is located under the name plate label on the bot-tom of your MultiSync LT155/LT154. Record it here: CAUTIO...
Page 3 - Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.; proper operation and reduce the risk of bodily injury.; will be displayed after the projector is turned off.; CAUTION
E – 3 Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projectorand to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed allwarnings. Installation 1. For best results, use your projector in a darkened room.2. Place the projector on a flat, level surface in...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; CompactFlash is trademark of San Disk Corporation.
E – 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION Introduction to the MultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector ........................... E-5Getting Star ted ............................................................................. E-5What's in the Box ................................................................
Page 5 - Composite video standards are as follows:; Getting Started
E – 5 1. INTRODUCTION Introduction to the MultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector This section introduces you to your new MultiSync LT155 (XGA)/ LT154(XGA) Projector and describes the features and controls. C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s o n Yo u r P u rc h a s e o f T h eMultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector The ...
Page 6 - Quick
E – 6 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 MultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector. ME NU EN TE R CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON / STAND BY SOURCE AUT...
Page 7 - Getting to Know Your MultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector; Thread the string through the hole on the
E – 7 ME NU EN TE R CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON / STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACCESS Getting to Know Your MultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector Zoom lever Remote Sensor Lens cap Adjustable Tilt Foot Lens Ventilation (inlet) Air Filter Controls Front/Side Features One-touch Tilt Button Built-In...
Page 8 - Bottom
E – 8 ME NU E NTER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON / STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACCESS AC IN C CARD PC CONTROL VIDEO RGB USB S-VIDEO AUDIO AC Input Connect the supplied power cable’s three-pin plug here. Terminal Panel Slot for Kensington Microsaver Security System Rear/Side Features Rear F...
Page 9 - Top Features; PC Card Access Indicator; Lights while accessing a CompactFlash memory card.
E – 9 1. Menu Button Displays the menu. 2. Select ▲▼ 䊴 䊳 / Volume (+) (-) Buttons ▲▼ : Use these buttons to select the menu of the item you wish toadjust.When no menus appear, these buttons work as a volume con-trol. 䊴 䊳 : Use these buttons to change the level of a selected menu item.A press of the ...
Page 10 - Terminal Panel Features; tional composite video format.; USB Terminal; Press to eject a CompactFlash memory card.
E – 10 Terminal Panel Features ME NU E NTER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON / STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACCESS AC IN C CARD PC CONTROL VIDEO RGB USB S-VIDEO AUDIO 9 10 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Slot for KensingtonMicroSaver Security System 1. Audio Input Mini Jack (3.5 mm ∅ ) This is where you conne...
Page 11 - Remote Control Features; click or left-click button to activate the mouse.; Infrared Transmitter; To turn off the projector, press and hold the POWER OFF button for a
E – 11 Remote Control Features NOTE: If you are using a Macintosh computer, you can click either the right- click or left-click button to activate the mouse. NOTE: If any one of the buttons is pressed and held for 60 seconds or more, the button operations will cease to operate. This is not a malfunc...
Page 12 - This button will freeze a picture. Press again to resume motion.; Picture Mute Button; Press this button to select the PC Card Viewer source.; Folder List Button; Not available on this model.
E – 12 16. Cancel/ Right Click Button When you are in the Computer mode, this button works as the mouseright button.When you are in the Projector mode, which is indicated by lighting thePJ button:Press this button to exit "Menus". It works the same way as the “Can-cel” button on the cabinet....
Page 13 - Press firmly and slide the battery cover off.; Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries.; Remote Control Precautions; Remote Sensor
E – 13 Operating Range Remote Control Battery Installation 1. Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. 2. Remove both old batteries and install new ones (AA). Ensure that you have the batteries' polarity (+/–) aligned correctly. 3. Slip the cover back over the batteries until it snaps into plac...
Page 14 - Using Remote Mouse Receiver; Computer; Remote mouse receiver; When operating a computer via the remote mouse receiver
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 is a greatconvenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations. To return to the Projector mode, press the PJ button (lit ...
Page 15 - Switching operation mode between mouse and projector; operation using the three buttons.; button
E – 15 Switching operation mode between mouse and projector The three shaded 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 the MENU button is pressed, the PJ button lights red to indicate that you are in the Projector...
Page 16 - Setting up Your Projector; Selecting a Location; Screen
E – 16 2. INSTALLATION This section describes how to set up your MultiSync LT155/LT154 projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Setting up Your Projector Your MultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: 1. Determine the image ...
Page 17 - Distance Chart
E – 17 Ceiling Installation Screen top 1.6” (40.3mm) Lens Center Screen center Screen Bottom Throwing Distance (C) Throwing Angle ( α ) Projector Foot D B WARNING • Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NECdealer for more information. * Do not ...
Page 18 - Wiring Diagram; IBM VGA or Compatibles
E – 18 PC CONTROL VIDEO S-VIDEO RGB AUDIO Wiring Diagram RGB Signal cable (supplied) To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the pro-jector. It is recommended that you use acommercially available distribution amplifierif connecting a signal cable longer than thesupplied one. IBM VGA or Compatibles (Deskto...
Page 19 - RGB INPUT; Connecting Your PC
E – 19 ME NU E N TER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON /STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACCESS AC IN C C AR D PC C ON TR OL VID EO RG B US B S- VID EO AU DIO RGB S-VIDEO AUDIO DEO RGB INPUT AUDIO IBM VGA or Compatibles (Notebook type) IBM VGA or Compatibles (Desktop type) Audio cable (not supplied...
Page 20 - Connecting Your Macintosh Computer; Turn on the projector and the Macintosh computer.
E – 20 ME NU E N TER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON /STAND BY SOURC E AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACCES S AC IN C C AR D PC C ON TR OL VID EO RG B US B S-V ID EO AU DIO DEO RGB S-VIDEO AUDIO RGB INPUT AUDIO Macintosh (Notebook type) RGB Signal cable (supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) 1 ON DIP 2 3 4 5 6 ...
Page 21 - Y Cb Cr; R L; AUDIO; Connecting Your DVD Player; Turn off the power to your projector and DVD player.
E – 21 ME NU E N TER CA NC EL SELE CT POW ER STATUS ON /STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACC ESS AC IN C C AR D PC CO NT RO L VID EO RG B US B S-V ID EO AU DIO RGB S-VIDEO AUDIO DEO RGB INPUT Y Cb Cr R L AUDIO R L AUDIO Red White Y Cb Cr Red White DVD player Optional 15-pin-to-RCA ⳯ 3 cable (opti...
Page 22 - VIDEO; Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player; Turn on the projector and the VCR or laser disc player.
E – 22 ME NU E N TER CA NC EL SELECT POWER STATUS ON /STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACCESS AC IN C CAR D PC CO NTR OL VIDEO RG B USB S-V ID EO AU DIO RGB S-VIDEO PC CONTROL VIDEO USB S-VIDEO VIDEO R L S-VIDEO AUDIO R L AUDIO VIDEO VCR/ Laser disc player S-video cable (not supplied) Audio equip...
Page 23 - To select a menu language, follow these steps:; or
E – 23 About Startup screen(Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startup screen.This screen gives you the opportunity to select one of the seven menulanguages: English, German, French, Itilan, Spanish,Swedish and Japa-nese. To select a menu language, fo...
Page 24 - Connect the supplied power cable to the projector.; Turn on and off the Projector; To turn the projector on by plugging in the power cable, use the; Status of indicator light: turn on
E – 24 3. OPERATION Connecting the Power Cable and Turn on theProjector Before you turn on your projector, ensure that the computer or videosource is turned on and that your lens cap is removed. 1. Connect the supplied power cable to the projector. M EN U E NT ER CA NC EL SE LE CT PO WE R ST AT US O...
Page 25 - Adjust a Projected Image; Select the Computer or Video Source; Adjust the Image Size and the Focus; Use the Zoom lever to fine adjust the image size on the screen
E – 25 3. Adjust a Projected Image Select the Computer or Video Source HELP POINTER PC CARD AUTO ADJ. VIDEO S-VIDEO RGB 1 RGB 2 PJ E NTE R CA N C EL SE LECT ON / STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST Press the Source button on the remote control or the projector cabinetto select “Video” (VCR, document camera,...
Page 26 - Adjust the Tilt Foot; use keystone correction for proper adjustment.; Adjust the Image Using Auto Adjust; Spacer
E – 26 VIDEO S-VIDEO AUTO ADJ. RGB 1 MENU LASER RGB 2 PJ ON OFF [Poor picture] [Normal picture] Adjust the Tilt Foot 1. Lift the front edge of the projector.2. Press the Tilt button on the front of the projector to extend the ad- justable tilt foot (maximum height). ME NU EN TE R CA NC E L SE LE CT ...
Page 27 - Basic Operation; Selecting the computer or video source:; SOURCE
E – 27 Source display Each time the Source button is pressed, the input source will changeas follows: → RGB → Video → S-Video → PC Card Viewer If no input signal is present, the input will be skipped. Press the Auto Adjust button to fine-tune the computer image or toremove any vertical banding tha...
Page 28 - Turning off picture and sound:; You get the contents about Help.; Exit Help; Using Pointer; You can enlarge the area you want up to 400 percent.; Press the Pointer button to display the pointer.
E – 28 Volume control: Sound level from the speaker on the projector can be adjusted. increase volume VOL. Volume bar decrease volume Turning off picture and sound: Press the Picture Mute button to turn off the image and sound for ashor t period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound. P...
Page 29 - Correcting Keystone distortion; The maximum keystone angle that can be corrected is 45 degrees up-; Freezing a picture; Keystone distortion; Using the Menus; motion video image is projected.; Customizing Basic/Custom Menu
E – 29 4. Return the image to the original size. Correcting Keystone distortion Press (+) or (-) to correct keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to make thetop or bottom of the screen longer or shorter so that the projectedimage is rectangular. KEYSTONE NOTE: The maximum keystone angle that can be corr...
Page 30 - Using a USB Mouse; There may be some brands of USB mouse that the projector does not; Operate the Menus using the USB mouse:
E – 30 2. Use the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight your selection and press the Enter button to place a check mark next to an option. This actionenables that feature.Press the Enter button again to clear the check box. If you select an item with a solid triangle 䊳 and press the Enter button on the remote ...
Page 31 - Menu Tree
E – 31 Menu Tree Advanced Menu Source Select RGB Picture Video Volume S-Video Brightness/Contrast/Color/Hue/Sharpness Image Options PC Card Viewer Projector Options Volume High-Bright/Eco ToolsHelp Keystone Normal/Natural 1/Natural 2 Color TemperatureLamp ModeGamma Correction Aspect Ratio Normal/Zoo...
Page 32 - Menu Elements
E – 32 Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Title bar: Indicates the menu title. Highlight: Indicates the selected menu or item. Solid triangle: Indicates further choices are available. A highlighted triangle indicates the item is active. Tab: Indicates a group of feat...
Page 33 - Picture; Menu Descriptions & Functions; Source Select; buttons on; Volume; Adjusts the sound level of the projector.
E – 33 The launcher is a tool bar including the following buttons: Drag ............. Drags to move the tool bar. (for USB mouse operation only)Prev ............. Returns to the previous slide or folder.Next ............. Advances to the next slide or folder.Play .............. Plays back automatica...
Page 34 - Image Options; Keystone; Color Temperature; Use the; Aspect Ratio (not available for RGB and PC Card Viewer)
E – 34 Image Options Keystone This feature corrects the keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to makethe top of the screen longer or shorter to be the same as the bottom.Use the 䊴 or 䊳 buttons on the slide bar to correct the keystone (trapezoidal) distortion. Keystone distortion Normal NOTE: The maximum...
Page 36 - Factory Default; Projector Options; Menu
E – 36 Factory Default Changes all adjustments and setting to the factory preset for eachsource individually except Lamp Hour Meter, Projector Usage, Lan-guage and Communication Speed. (To reset the lamp usage time, see"Clear Lamp Hour Meter" on page E-38.) All Data ............... Reset all...
Page 39 - Tools; The tool bar includes the following buttons:
E – 39 Tools Provides tools for capturing images, displaying files in a CompactFlashCard and drawing. NOTE: The "Capture" and "PC Card Files" features are required for a CompactFlash card. Capture: Allows you to capture an image from a source that is currently be-ing displayed. The i...
Page 40 - Help; The information included are as follows:
E – 40 Changing Background Logo: The Logo button allows you to select a background logo from graphicfiles on a CompactFlash card and change to it as the backgroundlogo. NOTE: File size must be 64KB or less. Other file formats than JPEG and BMP are not available. 1. Use the ▲ or ▼ button to select a ...
Page 41 - Using the PC Card Viewer function; Features; Inserting and Ejecting a CompactFlash Card; Inserting the CompactFlash Card; Do not try to force the CompactFlash card into the slot.; Eject button; CompactFlash Card Type
E – 41 ME N U E N TER CA NC EL SE LE CT PO WE R ST AT US ON / ST AN D B Y SO UR CE AU TO AD JU ST PC C AR D AC CE SS AC IN C C AR D PC C ON TR OL VID EO RG B US B S-V IDE O AU DIO Using the PC Card Viewer function NOTE: When using the supplied software (CD-ROM) The software is designed to use with a...
Page 42 - Installing the PC Card Viewer Software; Before Installing; not be performed properly if any applications are running.; Installation; The setup dialog appears.; Basic Operation of the PC Card Viewer Software
E – 42 Installing the PC Card Viewer Software Before Installing Perform the following before installing the PC Card Viewer software:• If Windows is already started, exit all applications. Installation may not be performed properly if any applications are running. Installation Install the viewer soft...
Page 43 - Projecting slides; Insert a CompactFlash card into the card slot.; * Press the eject button to eject the card.; Select the “PC Card Viewer” from the Source Select menu.
E – 43 Operating the PC Card Viewer Functionfrom the Projector (playback) This section describes the operation for showing slides of presentationdocuments created using the PC Card Viewer function with the projec-tor.It is also possible to make slides directly from the images projectedwith the proje...
Page 44 - When the tool bar is not displayed:; Slide; Auto Play Mode; • If the “Auto Play” option is selected in “PC Card Viewer Options” of; Folder; Lit red; SLIDE
E – 44 When the tool bar is not displayed: Press the FOLDER LIST button on the remote control to display fold-ers from a CompactFlash card in the projector’s PC Card slot. Use the SLIDE +/- button toadvance to the next folder orreturn to the previous folder. Folder 02 : 0001 / 0008 Folder Folder Fol...
Page 45 - Capturing Images Displayed on the Projector; * Press the eject button to eject the card.; Deleting Captured Images; To delete captured images:; Viewing Digital Images; • If the image can be stored on an MS-DOS format CompactFlash
E – 45 Capturing Images Displayed on the Projector Storing images displayed on the projector on the CompactFlash card Preparations:Insert the CompactFlash card into the card slot. Insert the CompactFlash card with the side with the insertion direc-tion arrow on the top. * Press the eject button to e...
Page 46 - Uninstalling the PC Card Viewer Software; Uninstalling the software
E – 46 Uninstalling the PC Card Viewer Software Even if you do now know the PC Card Viewer software's file names orwhere they are stored, the PC Card Viewer software files can be easilyremoved from the system using the "Install/Uninstall Applications" con-trol panel in Windows. (Normally the...
Page 47 - Terminology; PC card
E – 47 Terminology PC card ATA card CompactFlash TYPE (I, II and III) BMP JPEG This is the name of a card currently being standardized by the Japan Electronic Industry Association (JEIDA) and PCMCIA(Personal Computer Memory Card Interface Association) of the United States. A type of PC card. ATA was...
Page 48 - Replacing the Lamp; • DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will; Loosen the lamp cover screw until the screwdriver goes into a; shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock.; Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into; Interlock
E – 48 This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you shouldfollow to replace the lamp and clean the filter. Replacing the Lamp After your lamp has been operating for 1000 hours (2000 hours : Ecomode) or longer, the “Status” light in the cabinet will go on and themessage will appear. E...
Page 49 - Cleaning or Replacing the Filters; Vacuum the filter-through the filter cover.; Remove the filter cover by pushing down on the catch of the cover
E – 49 Cleaning or Replacing the Filters The air-filter sponge keeps the inside of the MultiSync LT155/LT154Projector free from dust or dirt and should be cleaned after every 100hours of operation (more often in dusty conditions). If the filter is dirtyor clogged, your projector may overheat. CAUTIO...
Page 50 - Condition
E – 50 5. TROUBLESHOOTING This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Standby Cooling down Lamp in High-Bright mode Lamp in Eco mode One minute after lamp is turned onin Eco mode Lamp has reached its end of life(1000 hours or over) Lamp life has...
Page 51 - When using the PC Card Viewer function; For more information contact your dealer.
E – 51 • Is “PC Card Viewer” selected from the Source menu?• Is the CompactFlash card seated in the PC CARD slot completely?• Are slide data stored in the CompactFlash card?• Have the contents of the CompactFlash card been destroyed? • While an image with over 1024 ⳯ 768 dots is projected, several l...
Page 52 - Model Number; Optical
E – 52 6. SPECIFICATIONS This section provides technical information about the MultiSync LT155/LT154 Projector’s performance. Model Number LT155/LT154 Optical LCD Panel 0.9” p-Si TFT active-matrix, 1024 ⳯ 768 dots With Micro Lens Array (LT155) Lens Manual zoom, manual focus F2.0 – 2.3 f=36.5 – 42 mm...
Page 53 - Cabinet Dimensions
E – 53 M EN U E NT E R CA NC E L SELECT POWER STATUS ON/ STAND BY SOURCE AUTO ADJUST PC CARD ACCESS PC CARD USB PC CONTROL VIDEO S-VIDEO RGB AUDIO 207 (8.15") 40.35 (1.59") 17 (0.67") 40.3 (1.59") 31.2 (1.23") 63 (2.5") 5 (0.2") 266 (10.47") Cabinet Dimensions Unit = ...
Page 54 - D-Sub Pin Assignments; Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector; YCbCr Signal
E – 54 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 Ground 11 Ground 12 Bi-directional D...
Page 55 - Timing Chart; Some composite sync signals may not be displayed correctly.
E – 55 Timing Chart Y / N Signal Resolution Frequency H. Refresh Rate Dot Clock ( Dots ) ( kHz ) ( Hz ) ( MHz ) Y NTSC 640 ⳯ 480 15.734 60 - Y PAL 768 ⳯ 576 15.625 50 - Y SECAM 768 ⳯ 576 15.625 50 - Y VESA 640 ⳯ 480 31.47 59.94 25.175 Y IBM 640 ⳯ 480 31.47 60 25.175 Y MAC 640 ⳯ 480 31.47 60 25.175 Y...
Page 56 - PC Control Codes; Function; Cable Connection; Communication Protocol; No parity
E – 56 1 2 5 4 3 6 7 8 PC Control Codes Function Code Data POWER ON 02H 00H 00H 00H 00H 02H POWER OFF 02H 01H 00H 00H 00H 03H INPUT SELECT RGB 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 01H 09H INPUT SELECT VIDEO 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 06H 0EH INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 0BH 13H INPUT SELECT PC CARD ...