Portable Projector LT180 User's Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC LT180 Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the bottom of your projector. Record it here: CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet. The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the equipment as possible, and should be easily accessible. CAUTION TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may be sufficient to cause electrical shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside of the unit. This symbol alerts the user that important information concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been provided. The information should be read carefully to avoid problems. WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT USE THIS UNIT'S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD OR IN AN OUTLET UNLESS ALL THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. ALL SERVICING MUST BE DONE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. DOC Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Acoustic Noise Information Ordinance-3. GSGV: The sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 3744 or ISO 7779. WARNING TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: Handling the cables supplied with this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION Do not put the projector on its side when the lamp is turned on. Doing so may cause damage to the projector. Copyright© 2005 by NEC Viewtechnology, Ltd. E-i IMPORTANT INFORMATION RF Interference WARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by NEC Solutions (America), Inc. in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regulation could void your right to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help. In UK, a BS approved power cable with moulded plug has a Black (five Amps) fuse installed for use with this equipment. If a power cable is not supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier. Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read 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 a dry area away from dust and moisture. To avoid premature lamp failure, do not tilt the front of the projector up or down by more than 15° from level. 3. Do not place your projector in direct sunlight, near heaters or heat radiating appliances. 4. Exposure to direct sunlight, smoke or steam can harm internal components. 5. Handle your projector carefully. Dropping or jarring can damage internal components. 6. Do not place heavy objects on top of the projector. 7. If you wish to have the projector installed on the ceiling: a. Do not attempt to install the projector yourself. b. The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk of bodily injury. c. In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector and the installation must be in accordance with any local building codes. d. Please consult your dealer for more information. E-ii IMPORTANT INFORMATION Fire and Shock Precautions 1. Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside your projector. Allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space between your projector and a wall. 2. Prevent foreign objects such as paper clips and bits of paper from falling into your projector. Do not attempt to retrieve any objects that might fall into your projector. Do not insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver into your projector. If something should fall into your projector, disconnect it immediately and have the object removed by a qualified service personnel. 3. Do not place any liquids on top of your projector. 4. Do not look into the lens while the projector is on. Serious damage to your eyes could result. 5. Keep any items such as magnifying glass out of the light path of the projector. The light being projected from the lens is extensive, therefore any kind of abnormal objects that can redirect light coming out of the lens, can cause unpredictable outcome such as fire or injury to the eyes. 6. Do not cover the lens with the supplied lens cap or equivalent while the projector is on. Doing so can lead to melting of the cap and possibly burning your hands due to the heat emitted from the light output. 7. Do not place any objects, which are easily affected by heat, in front of the projector lens or a projector exhaust vent. Doing so could lead to the object melting or getting your hands burned from the heat that is emitted from the light output and exhaust. 8. The projector is designed to operate on a power supply of 100-240 V 50/60 Hz AC. Ensure that your power supply fits this requirement before attempting to use your projector. 9. Handle the power cable carefully and avoid excessive bending. A damaged cord can cause electric shock or fire. 10. If the projector is not to be used for an extended period of time, disconnect the plug from the power outlet. 11. Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm. Doing so can cause electrical shock or fire. 12. Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. CAUTION 1. Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet on the right and rear side (when seen from the front) as it can become heated while the projector is turned on. 2. Do not use the tilt-foot for purposes other than originally intended. Misuses such as gripping the tilt-foot or hanging on the wall can cause damage to the projector. Before putting the projector in the soft case, be sure to retract the feet. Failure to do so may cause damage to the projector. 3. When carrying the projector, heed the following: · · Ensure that the power cable and any other cables are disconnected before moving the projector. Cover the lens with the supplied lens cap so as not to scratch the lens surface. 4. Do not send the projector in the soft case by parcel delivery service or cargo shipment. The projector inside the soft case could be damaged. 5. Select "High" in the Fan mode if you continue to use the projector for consecutive days. (From the menu, select [Advanced] [Fan Mode] [High].) 6. Do not unplug the power cable from the wall outlet under any one of the following circumstances. Doing so can cause damage to the projector: * * While the projector is turned on. While the cooling fans are running. (The cooling fans continue to work for 60 seconds after the projector is turned off). 7. If you accidentally turn off the main power by disconnecting the power cable or press the main power switch during cooling down, wait 10 minutes and then turn on the projector to resume. This is to protect the lamp. E-iii IMPORTANT INFORMATION Lamp Replacement · · To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on page E-44. Be sure to replace the lamp when the message "The lamp has reached the end of its usable life. Please replace the lamp." appears. If you continue to use the lamp after the lamp has reached the end of its usable life, the lamp bulb may shatter, and pieces of glass may be scattered in the lamp case. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your dealer for lamp replacement. · Allow a minimum of 60 seconds to elapse after turning off the projector. Then turn off the main power switch, disconnect the power cable and allow 60 minutes to cool the projector before replacing the lamp. 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 Projector. Projector /ST AND BY AUT ADJ O . MO L TRO CON NIT OR OU T AC Lens cap Power cable (US: 7N080213) (EU: 7N080007) RGB/VGA signal cable (7N520032) Band (use for bundling cables) (24B17871) CD-ROM User's manual ON PO WE STA R TUS LAM P SEL ECT O IN IDE S-V L/m Cb/ Y EO IN Pb R VID r Cr/PENT IN ON MP AUD IO ono IN Remote control (7N900601) Batteries (AAA 2) CO UTE R IN AUD IO IN CO MP IN 1 2 nt n rta io po at Im form In Quick Setup Guide Important Information k ic Qu tup Se ide Gu Soft case (24BS7471) For North America only Registration card Limited warranty For Europe only Guarantee policy Shoulder belt E-iv TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ................................................................................................... E-i Safety Cautions .......................................................................................................................................................................................... E-i What's in the Box? .................................................................................................................................................................................... E-iv 1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. E-1 Introduction to the Projector ..................................................................................................................................................................... Part Names of the Projector ...................................................................................................................................................................... Top Features .................................................................................................................................................................................... Terminal Panel Features .................................................................................................................................................................. Part Names of the Remote Control ........................................................................................................................................................... E-1 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6 2. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................... E-10 Setting Up the Screen and the Projector ................................................................................................................................................. Selecting a Location ...................................................................................................................................................................... Throw Distance and Screen Size ................................................................................................................................................... Making Connections ............................................................................................................................................................................... Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer ................................................................................................................................ To connect SCART output (RGB) ................................................................................................................................................... Connecting an Externa ...