Projector P501X/P451X P451W/P401W PE501X User’s Manual The PE501X is not distributed in North America. Model No.
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Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. 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. THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Important Information 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. RF Interference (for USA only) WARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. in this manual.
Important Information WARNING • Do not use any other object than the projector’s sliding lens cover to cover the lens while the projector is on. Doing so can cause the object to get extremely hot, and possibly resulting in a fire or damage due to the heat emitted from the light output. • Do not place any objects, which are easily affected by heat, in front of the projector lens. Doing so could lead to the object melting from the heat that is emitted from the light output.
Important Information • Handle the power cord carefully. A damaged or frayed power cord can cause electric shock or fire. - Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied with the projector. - Do not bend or tug the power cord excessively. - Do not place the power cord under the projector, or any heavy object. - Do not cover the power cord with other soft materials such as rugs. - Do not heat the power cord. - Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
Important Information Note for US Residents The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please dispose according to Local, State or Federal Laws. Lamp Replacement • Use the specified lamp for safety and performance. • To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on page 160. • Be sure to replace the lamp and filter when the message [THE LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE. PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP AND FILTER.] appears.
Important Information Power management function The projector has power management functions. To reduce power consumption, the power management functions (1 and 2) are factory preset as shown below. To control the projector from an external device via a LAN or serial cable connection, use the on-screen menu to change the settings for 1 and 2. 1. STANDBY MODE (Factory preset: POWER-SAVING) To control the projector from an external device, select [NORMAL] for [STANDBY MODE].
Table of Contents Important Information. ........................................................................................... i 1. Introduction............................................................................................................1 ❶ What’s in the Box?...........................................................................................................1 ❷ Introduction to the Projector............................................................................................
Table of Contents ❻ Using 4-Point Corner to Correct Keystone Distortion [CORNERSTONE].....................36 Cornerstone.............................................................................................................36 ❼ Operating Your Computer’s Mouse Functions from the Projector’s Remote Control via the USB Cable (Remote Mouse Function).........................................................39 ❽ Projecting Your Computer’s Screen Image from the Projector via the USB Cable (USB Display).......
Table of Contents [IMAGE OPTIONS]..................................................................................................96 [AUDIO]..................................................................................................................100 ❻ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP]....................................................................101 [GENERAL]............................................................................................................101 [MENU]...............
Table of Contents 8. User Supportware. .........................................................................................165 ❶ Installing Software Program........................................................................................165 Installation for Windows software...........................................................................165 ❷ Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Projector (Virtual Remote Tool).....
1. Introduction ❶ 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.
1. Introduction ❷ Introduction to the Projector This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls. Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector This projector is one of the very best projectors available today. The projector enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches across (measured diagonally) from your PC or Mac computer (desktop or notebook), VCR, DVD player, or document camera.
1. Introduction • Keystone correction Keystone vertical/horizontal/pincushion and cornerstone features allows you to correct almost all distortions in the image. • Integrated RJ-45 connector for wired networking capability along with wireless networking capabilities An RJ-45 connector is standard. An optional USB Wireless LAN Unit (NP02LM series) is required for wireless LAN connection.
1. Introduction ❸ Part Names of the Projector Front/Top Controls (→ page 6) Zoom Lever (→ page 22) Focus Lever (→ page 21) Lens Shift Dial (Vertical) (→ page 20) Exhaust Vent Heated air is exhausted from here.
1. Introduction Rear Port Cover for Optional USB Wireless LAN Unit*1 (not supported by PE501X) When using the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit, first remove the cover. (→ page 152) Lamp Cover (→ page 161) Security chain opening Attach an anti-theft device. The security chain opening accepts security wires or chains up to 0.18 inch/4.6 mm in diameter.
1. Introduction Top Features 9 10 8 11 5 6 7 3 4 1/2 1. (POWER) Button (→ page 15, 27) 2. POWER Indicator (→ page 14, 15, 27, 206) 3. STATUS Indicator (→ page 206) 4. LAMP Indicator (→ page 160, 206) 5. ECO Button (→ page 30) 6. SOURCE Button (→ page 17) 7. AUTO ADJ. Button (→ page 26) 8. MENU Button (→ page 87) 9. ▲▼◀▶ / Volume Buttons ◀▶ / Keystone Button ▼ (→ page 24, 26) 10. ENTER Button (→ page 87) 11.
1. Introduction Terminal Panel Features 12* 5 6 1 73 2 4 13* 10 9 8 14 11 1. COMPUTER IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) (→ page 145, 149) 2. AUDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) (→ page 145, 149) 3. HDMI 1 IN Connector (Type A) (→ page 145, 150) 4. HDMI 2 IN Connector (Type A) (→ page 145, 150) 5. USB (PC) Port (Type B) (→ page 39, 40, 145) 6. MONITOR OUT (COMP.) Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) (→ page 147) 7. AUDIO OUT Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) (→ page 147) 8.
1. Introduction ❹ Part Names of the Remote Control 1 2 4 8 9 11 14 17 18 21 22 23 26 32 3 7 5 6 10 15 13 12 16 19 20 25 27 24 28 29 11. VIEWER Button (→ page 17, 63) 12. NETWORK Button (→ page 17) 13. USB DISPLAY Button (→ page 17) 14. ID SET Button (→ page 106) 15. Numeric Keypad Button/CLEAR Button (→ page 106) 16. FREEZE Button (→ page 29) 17. AV-MUTE Button (→ page 29) 18. MENU Button (→ page 87) 19. EXIT Button (→ page 87) 30 31 20. ▲▼◀▶ Button (→ page 87) 21.
1. Introduction Battery Installation 1 Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. 2 Install new batteries (AAA). Ensure that you have the batteries’ polarity (+/−) aligned correctly. 3 Slip the cover back over the batteries until it snaps into place. Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries. EN OP EN OP Remote Control Precautions • • • • • • • • • Handle the remote control carefully. If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
1. Introduction ❺ Operating Environment for Software Included on CD-ROM Names and Features of Bundled Software Programs Name of software program Features Virtual Remote Tool (Windows only) This is a software program used to control the power ON/OFF and source selection of the projector from your computer by using the supplied computer cable (VGA) and others.
1. Introduction Operating Environment The following is the operating environment for Image Express Utility Lite. For the operating environment of other software program, refer to the help function of each software program.
1. Introduction [Mac] Supported OS Mac OS X v10.6, v10.7, v10.8 Processor (CPU) Intel® Core™ Duo processor 1.5 GHz or higher required Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor 1.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❷ Connecting Your Computer/Connecting the Power Cord 1. Connect your computer to the projector. This section will show you a basic connection to a computer. For information about other connections, see “6. Installation and Connections” on page 145. Connect the computer cable (VGA) between the projector’s COMPUTER IN connector and the computer’s port (mini D-Sub 15 Pin). Turn two thumb screws of both connectors to fix the computer cable (VGA). 2.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❸ Turning on the Projector 1. Slide the lens cover to the left to uncover the lens. 2. Press the (POWER) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER ON button on the remote control. The POWER indicator will turn to blue and the projector will become ready to use. TIP: • When the message “Projector is locked! Enter your password.” is displayed, it means that the [SECURITY] feature is turned on.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startup menu. This menu gives you the opportunity to select one of the 29 menu languages. To select a menu language, follow these steps: 1. Use the ▲, ▼, ◀ or ▶ button to select one of the 29 languages from the menu. 2. Press the ENTER button to execute the selection. After this has been done, you can proceed to the menu operation.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❹ Selecting a Source Selecting the computer or video source NOTE: Turn on the computer or video source equipment connected to the projector. Detecting the Signal Automatically Press the SOURCE button once. The projector will search for the available input source and display it. The input source will change as follows: [P501X/P451X/P451W/P401W] COMPUTER → HDMI1 → HDMI2 → VIDEO → S-VIDEO → VIEWER → USB DISPLAY → COMPUTER → ...
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Selecting Default Source You can set a source as the default source so that it will be displayed each time the projector is turned on. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed. 2. Press the ▶ button twice to select [SETUP] and press the ▼ button or the ENTER button to select [GENERAL]. 3. Press the ▶ button four times to select [OPTIONS(2)]. 4. Press the ▼ button five times to select [DEFAULT SOURCE SELECT] and press the ENTER button.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❺ Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Use the lens shift dial, the adjustable tilt foot lever, the zoom lever and the focus lever to adjust the picture size and position. In this chapter drawings and cables are omitted for clarity.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting the vertical position of a projected image (Lens shift) Rotate the lens shift dial. Downward Upward Lens shift dial NOTE: The lens shift dial cannot be rotated beyond the maximum upward or downward shift. Forcibly rotating may cause damage to the projector. TIP: Lens shift can be adjusted with the range below. If you wish to move up the image higher than this limit, use the tilt foot of the projector.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Ceiling front projection [P501X/P451X/PE501X] Vertical shift range (0 to 0.5V) Height of projected image [P451W/P401W] Vertical shift range (0 to 0.6V) Height of projected image Focus Use the FOCUS lever to obtain the best focus.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Zoom Use the ZOOM lever to adjust the image size on the screen.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjust the Tilt Foot 1. Lift the front edge of the projector. CAUTION: 1 Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet during Tilt Foot adjustment as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and after it is turned off. 2 2. Push up and hold the Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever on the front of the projector to extend the adjustable tilt foot. 3. Lower the front of the projector to the desired height. 4.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❻ Correcting Keystone Distortion [KEYSTONE] When the projector is not exactly perpendicular to the screen, keystone distortion occurs. To overcome it, you can use the “Keystone” function, a digital technology that can adjust for keystone-type distortion, resulting in a crisp, square image. The following procedure explains how to use the [KEYSTONE] screen from the menu to correct trapezoidal distortions.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 4. Press the ▲ button to select [HORIZONTAL] and then use the ◀ or ▶ so that the top and bottom sides of the projected image are parallel. • Adjust the horizontal keystone distortion. 5. Repeat steps 2 and 4 to correct keystone distortion. 6. After completing Keystone correction, press the EXIT button. The Keystone screen will disappear. • To perform Keystone correction again, press the ▼ button to display the Keystone screen and repeat above steps 1 to 6.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❼ Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing a computer image automatically. (COMPUTER) Press the AUTO ADJ. button to optimize a computer image automatically. This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the first time. [Poor picture] [Normal picture] NOTE: Some signals may take time to display or may not be displayed correctly.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❾ Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector: 1. First, press the (POWER) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the remote control. The confirmation message will be displayed. Power On Standby Steady blue light Steady orange light 2. Secondly, press the ENTER button or press the (POWER) or the POWER OFF button again. The lamp will turn off and the projector will go into standby mode.
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❿ After Use Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off. 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Disconnect any other cables. • Remove the USB memory if it is inserted into the projector. 3. Retract adjustable tilt foot if extended. 4. Slide the lens cover to the right to cover the lens.
3. Convenient Features ❶ Turning off the Image and Sound Press the AV-MUTE button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound. The projector’s power-saving function will work 10 seconds after the image is turned off. As a result, the lamp power will be reduced. NOTE: • Even though the image is turned off, the menu still remains on the screen. • Sound from the AUDIO OUT jack (Stereo mini) can be turned off.
3. Convenient Features 2. Press the ▲▼◀▶ button. The area of the magnified image will be moved 3. Press the D-ZOOM (−) button. Each time the D-ZOOM (−) button is pressed, the image is reduced. NOTE: • The image will be enlarged or reduced at the center of the screen. • Displaying the menu will cancel the current magnification.
3. Convenient Features NOTE: • The [ECO MODE] can be changed by using the menu. Select [SETUP] → [GENERAL] → [ECO MODE]. • The lamp life remaining and lamp hours used can be checked in [USAGE TIME]. Select [INFO.] →[USAGE TIME]. • The projector is always in [NORMAL] for 90 seconds after the lamp is turned on and while the POWER indicator is blinking green. The lamp condition will not be affected even when [ECO MODE] is changed.
3. Convenient Features TIP: • The formula as shown below is used to calculate the amount of CO2 emission reduction. Amount of CO2 emission reduction = (Power consumption in OFF for ECO MODE − Power consumption in AUTO ECO/NORMAL/ ECO for ECO MODE) × CO2 conversion factor.* When the image is turned off with the AV-MUTE button or with the lens cover closed, the amount of CO2 emmission reduction will also increase.
3. Convenient Features ❺ Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector [SECURITY] A keyword can be set for your projector using the Menu to avoid operation by an unauthorized user. 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. • The [SECURITY] setting cannot be cancelled by using the [RESET] of the menu. To enable the Security function: 1. Press the MENU button.
3. Convenient Features 7. Type in the same combination of ▲▼◀▶ buttons and press the ENTER button. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [YES] and press the ENTER button. The SECURITY function has been enabled. To turn on the projector when [SECURITY] is enabled: 1. Press the POWER button. The projector will be turned on and display a message to the effect that the projector is locked. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Type in the correct keyword and press the ENTER button.
3. Convenient Features To disable the SECURITY function: 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed. 2. Select [SETUP] → [INSTALLATION] → [SECURITY] and press the ENTER button. The OFF/ON menu will be displayed. 3. Select [OFF] and press the ENTER button. The SECURITY KEYWORD screen will be displayed. 4. Type in your keyword and press the ENTER button. When the correct keyword is entered, the SECURITY function will be disabled. NOTE: If you forget your keyword, contact your dealer.
3. Convenient Features ❻ Using 4-Point Corner to Correct Keystone Distortion [CORNERSTONE] Use the [CORNERSTONE] feature to correct keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to make the top or bottom and the left or right side of the screen longer or shorter so that the projected image is rectangular. Cornerstone 1. Press the KEYSTONE button with no menu displayed. The KEYSTONE screen will be displayed. • Press the KESTONE button when using the remote control. • See page for PINCUSHION. 2.
3. Convenient Features 7. Use the ▲▼◀▶ button to move the projected image frame as shown on the example. 8. Press the ENTER button. 9. Use the ▲▼◀▶ button to select another icon which points in the direction. On the Cornerstone adjustment screen, select [EXIT] or press the EXIT button on the remote control. The confirmation screen is displayed. 10. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to highlight the [OK] and press the ENTER button. This completes the Cornerstone correction.
3. Convenient Features The adjustable ranges for 3D Reform are as follows: CORNERSTONE KEYSTONE HORIZONTAL VERTICAL Max. +/− 30° approx. Max. +/− 30° approx. * The following are conditions under which the maximum angle is achieved: • When the lens shift is set to the center When the lens shift is used and yet the image is not displayed in the center of the screen, the adjustable range will be increased or decreased.
3. Convenient Features ❼ Operating Your Computer’s Mouse Functions from the Projector’s Remote Control via the USB Cable (Remote Mouse Function) The built-in remote mouse function enables you to operate your computer’s mouse functions from the supplied remote control when the projector is connected to a computer via a commercially available USB cable (compatible with USB 2.0 specifications). The Remote Mouse function works for the COMPUTER input while the computer screen is displayed.
3. Convenient Features ❽ Projecting Your Computer’s Screen Image from the Projector via the USB Cable (USB Display) Using a commercially available USB cable (compatible with USB 2.0 specifications) to connect the computer with the projector allows you to send your computer screen image and audio to the projector for displaying. Power On/Off and source selection of the projector can be done from your computer without connecting a computer cable (VGA).
3. Convenient Features 4. Click “Yes”. The projector will turn on and the message “The projector is getting ready. Please wait.” will be displayed on the computer screen. This message will disappear in a few seconds. 5. Operate the control window. (6) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (1) (Source) ����� Selects an input source of the projector. (2) (Picture) ���� Turns on or off AV-MUTE (Picture mute), and turns on or off FREEZE (Freeze a picture).
3. Convenient Features ❾ Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser (not supported by PE501X) Overview The HTTP Server function provides settings and operations for: 1. Setting for wired/wireless network (NETWORK SETTINGS) To use wireless LAN connection, the optional USB Wireless LAN Unit is required. (→ page 152) To use wired/wireless LAN connection, connect the projector to the computer with a commercially available LAN cable. (→ page 151) 2.
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3. Convenient Features PICTURE: Controls the video adjustment of the projector. BRIGHTNESS ▲ ���� Increases the brightness adjustment value. BRIGHTNESS ▼ ���� Decreases the brightness adjustment value. CONTRAST ▲ �������� Increases the contrast adjustment value. CONTRAST ▼ �������� Decreases the contrast adjustment value. COLOR ▲ �������������� Increases the color adjustment value. COLOR ▼ �������������� Decreases the color adjustment value. HUE ▲ ������������������� Increases the hue adjustment value.
3. Convenient Features NETWORK SETTINGS • SETTINGS WIRED or WIRELESS SETTING Set for wired LAN or for wireless LAN. APPLY Apply your settings to wired LAN or wireless LAN. DHCP ON Automatically assign IP address, subnet mask, and gateway to the projector from your DHCP server. DHCP OFF Set IP address, subnet mask, and gateway to the projector assigned by your network administrator. IP ADDRESS Set your IP address of the network connected to the projector.
3. Convenient Features PROFILE 1/PROFILE 2 Two settings can be set for wireless LAN connection. Select PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2. SSID Enter an identifier (SSID) for wireless LAN. Communication can be done only with equipment whose SSID matches SSID for your wireless LAN. SITE SURVEY Displays a list of available SSIDs for wireless LAN on site. Select an SSID which you can access. NETWORK TYPE Select communication method when using wireless LAN.
3. Convenient Features USE DIGITAL CERTIFICATE Select this if you use a digital certificate for WPA-EAP TKIP PEAP-MSCHAP v2/WPAEAP AES PEAP-MSCHAP v2/WPA2-EAP TKIP PEAP-MSCHAP v2/WPA2-EAP AES PEAP-MSCHAP v2. • NAME PROJECTOR NAME Enter a name for your projector so that your computer can identify the projector. A projector name must be 16 characters or less. TIP: Projector name will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu.
3. Convenient Features • NETWORK SERVICE PJLink PASSWORD Set a password for PJLink*. A password must be 32 characters or less. Do not forget your password. However, if you forget your password, consult with your dealer. HTTP PASSWORD Set a password for HTTP server. A password must be 10 characters or less. AMX BEACON Turn on or off for detection from AMX Device Discovery when connecting to the network supported by AMX’s NetLinx control system.
3. Convenient Features ❿ Projecting Your Computer’s Screen Image from the Projector via a Network [NETWORK PROJECTOR] (not supported by PE501X) By selecting the projector connected to the same network as that of your PC, the PC screen image can be projected to the screen via network. There is no need of connection using the computer cable (VGA).
3. Convenient Features 2. Press the SELECT ▼ or ▲ button to select [NETWORK] and press the ENTER button. In the screen, the [APPLICATION MENU] menu is displayed. 3. From the [APPLICATION MENU] menu, select [NETWORK PROJECTOR]. The [PROJECTOR NAME/DISPLAY RESOLUTION/PASSWORD/URL] will be displayed.
3. Convenient Features Projecting the Image with Network Projector 1. Click [Start] from the desktop of Windows 7. 2. Click [All Programs]. 3. Click [Accessories]. 4. Click [Connect to a Network Projector]. When the [Permission Connect to a Network Projector] window appears,click [Yes.]. The “Connect to a Network Projector” window appears. 5. Click [→ Search for a projector (recommended)]. In the “Available projectors” box, “P501 Series” is displayed. 6. Click [P501 Series].
3. Convenient Features 7. Input the password to the password input box displayed by the operation at step 3 on page 50. 8. Click [Connect]. The network projector function works and the screen of Windows 7 is projected from the projector. • If the resolution of your computer’s screen is different from the projector’s screen resolution, the NETWORK PROJECTOR function may not work.
3. Convenient Features ⓫ Using the Projector to Operate Your Computer via a Network [REMOTE DESKTOP] (not supported by PE501X) • By selecting the PC connected to the same network as that of the projector, the PC screen image can be projected to the screen via network. Then, by operating the keyboard, you can operate Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP on the PC connected with the network.
3. Convenient Features Setting the password to the user account of Windows 7 TIP: If a password has been set for an account, the steps 1 to 9 can be skipped. 1. Click [Start] from the desktop of Windows 7. 2. Click [Control Panel]. 3. Click [Add or remove user accounts] displayed under [User Accounts]. 4. When the [User Account Control] confirmation window appears, click [Continue]. 5. Click [Administrator]. 6. Click [Create a password]. 7. Input the password to the [New password] box. 8.
3. Convenient Features 4. Click [View status] displayed in blue on the right of [Local Area Connection] in the window. The [Local Area Connection Status] window appears. 5. Click [Details...]. Write down the value for “IPv4 IP Address” (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) displayed. 6. Click [Close]. 7. Click [X] at the upper right of the window. The system goes back to the desktop. Starting the Remote Desktop 1. With the projector turned on, press the SOURCE button. The input selection window appears.
3. Convenient Features 2. Press the SELECT ▼ or ▲ button to select [NETWORK] and press the ENTER button. The [APPLICATION MENU] menu will be displayed. 3. From the [APPLICATION MENU] menu, use the wireless keyboard to select [REMOTE DESKTOP CONNECTION]. The [REMOTE DESKTOP CONNECTION] window appears. 4. Operate the wireless keyboard to input the IP address of Windows 7 and click [CONNECTION]. The log-on screen of Windows 7 is displayed in the screen projected by the projector. 5.
3. Convenient Features Exiting the Remote Desktop 1. Operate the wireless keyboard to click [Start] from the desktop screen projected by the projector. 2. Click [X] on the right of the start menu. The remote desktop function is stopped. 3. Press the SOURCE button of the projector to select an input terminal other than [NETWORK]. When using the remote control, press a button other than the NETWORK button. TIP: Setting [OPTIONS] in REMOTE DESKTOP Clicking [OPTIONS] displays the [PERFORMANCE] screen.
3. Convenient Features ⓬ Connecting Your Microphone Connecting a commercially available dynamic microphone to the MIC input jack allows you to output your mic sound from the built-in speaker. Sound from COMPUTER, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, and HDMI audio inputs or sound of VIEWER/NETWORK input will be heard from the speaker with your microphone voice. Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted. From the menu, select [SETUP] → [INSTALLATION] → [MIC GAIN].
4. Using the Viewer (not supported by PE501X) ❶ What you can do with the Viewer The Viewer feature allows you to view slides or movie files stored on a USB memory on the projector, or a shared folder in a computer connected to the network. The Viewer has the following features. • When a commercially available USB memory that stores image files is inserted into the USB port (Type A) of the projector, the Viewer allows you to view the image files on the USB memory.
4. Using the Viewer NOTE: • Movie files converted by using the video/audio format which is not supported by this projector cannot be played back. In this case, there will be no icon to show that playback is not possible. • Files with Digital Rights Management(DRM) protection cannot be played back. • Some of the movie files that meet the above requirements may not be played back. Movie files may not be played back correctly depending on your network environment or the bit rate of your file.
4. Using the Viewer Notices on shared folder and media server • Files from a shared folder or media server may not be projected if security or antivirus software is installed on your computer.
4. Using the Viewer ❷ Preparing presentation materials 1. Create your presentation materials and save them in a supported file format to your computer. • See page 86 for supported file formats. • Make sure that PowerPoint file is displayed on the Viewer before giving your real presentation. • When creating a PDF file, embed your fonts in your PDF file. Embedding fonts requires Adobe Acrobat. This cannot be done in Adobe Reader. TIP: • Using Print Command Example for font embedding using Print Command.
4. Using the Viewer ❸ Projecting images stored in a USB memory device This section explains the basic operation of the Viewer. The explanation provides the operational procedure when the Viewer toolbar is set to the factory default. Preparation: Before starting the Viewer, store images to the USB memory using your computer. Starting the Viewer 1. Turn on the projector. (→ page 15) 2. Insert the USB memory into the USB port of the projector.
4. Using the Viewer 4. Press the ▶ button to select “USB1” and press the ENTER button. The “USB1” thumbnail screen will be displayed. TIP: • For more information about thumbnail screen, see page 71. 5. Use the ▲▼◀ or ▶ button to select an icon. • The → (arrow) symbol on the right indicates there are more pages. pressing the PAGE ▽ (page down) button will show the next page: pressing the PAGE △ (page up) will show the previous page. 6. Press the ENTER button.
4. Using the Viewer • Movie file The movie file will start playing. After finishing the playback, the screen will turn to black. Press the EXIT button to return to the thumbnail screen. • Pressing the ENTER button will display the movie’s control bar with which you can pause or fastforward and some other operations. • Microsoft PowerPoint/Excel file [PowerPoint] The slide on the first page will be displayed. Press ▶ to select the next slide; press ◀ to select the previous slide.
4. Using the Viewer • Adobe PDF file The first page will be displayed. • The PDF file will fill the width of the screen. Pressing the ▼ or ▲ button will scroll the screen down or up. The PAGE ▼ or PAGE ▲ button will move the screen one page down or up. To return to the thumbnail screen, press the EXIT button. Pressing the ENTER button will change the display mode between whole screen and part screen.
4. Using the Viewer • Index file (extension:.idx) • Index files, which is converted by using Viewer PPT Converter 3.0, will appear in the Thumbnail screen. Only folders and JPEG files converted by using Viewer PPT Converter 3.0 will appear in the Thumbnail screen. TIP: • Viewer PPT Converter 3.0 can be downloaded from our website. URL: http://www.nec-display.com/dl/en/index.html XXXX Motors • To select slideshow of index files, open the [PRESENTATION] folder in the DRIVE LIST screen.
4. Using the Viewer Exiting the Viewer 1. Press the SOURCE button to select a source other than [VIEWER]. A press of the SOURCE button will display the source select screen. A few more presses of the SOURCE button will display another source. • To exit the Viewer using the remote control, select a source other than [VIEWER].
4. Using the Viewer Names and functions of Viewer screen The Viewer has three screens: Drive list screen, Thumbnail screen, and Slide screen. Cursor (yellow) Cursor (yellow) Menu Scroll bar Menu Folder icon [Drive list screen] [Thumbnail screen] Path information Drive information/File information Operation button guide Menu guide Control bar * The operation for still image differs from that for movie. [Slide screen] • Drive list screen Displays a list of drives connected to the projector.
4. Using the Viewer Functions Name Description REFRESH Displays additional media servers in the drive list screen. OPTIONS Opens the OPTIONS menu. SLIDE SETTING Sets up slides. (→ page 74) MOVIE SETTING Sets up movie files. (→ page 75) AUTO PLAY SETTING Sets up auto play. (→ page 75) SHAREED FOLDER Sets up a shared folder. (→ page 77) MEDIA SERVER Sets up a media server. (→ page 81) RETURN Closes the OPTIONS menu. SYSTEM SETTING Switches to the system setting menu.
4. Using the Viewer • Thumbnail screen Displays a list of folders, thumbnails, and icons in the drive selected on the drive list screen. Menu operation • Use the ▼ or ▲ button to move the cursor up or down. Select the menu item and press the ENTER button to display the menu or setting screen. Operation for Thumbnail screen 1. Press the ▶ button to move the cursor to the thumbnail screen when the OPTIONS menu is not displayed. 2. Press the ▼, ▲, ◀, or ▶ button to select a file or folder. 3.
4. Using the Viewer • Slide screen (still image/movie) Plays a file selected from a list of thumbnails or icons. • For operating a Microsoft PowerPoint file and Adobe PDF file, see page 65, 66. Control bar operation • The control bar will be displayed only when a still image (or index file) and a movie file is selected. • The control bar for still images differs from that for movie files. 1. Pressing the ENTER button in Slide screen will display the control bar at the bottom of the screen. 2.
4. Using the Viewer Functions of movie control bar Name Description PREV Goes back to the beginning of a movie file. • Goes back to the beginning of the previous movie file if executed immediately after being started playing. FR Fast-rewinds a movie file for about 7 seconds. PLAY/PAUSE PLAY Plays a movie file. PAUSE Stops playing a movie file. FF Fast-forwards a movie file for about 7 seconds. NEXT Goes to the beginning of a next movie file.
4. Using the Viewer Viewer option settings • SLIDE SETTING Sets still images or slides. Name Options Description SCREEN SIZE BEST FIT Displays the image with its aspect ratio in the projector’s displayable maximum resolution. ACTUAL SIZE Displays the image in its actual size. MANUAL Selects manual play. PLAY MODE AUTO Selects auto play. INTERVAL 5 - 300 seconds Specifies interval time when [AUTO] is selected for PLAY MODE. REPEAT Check mark Turns on or off the repeat function.
4. Using the Viewer • MOVIE SETTING Sets the functions for a movie file. Name Options Description SCREEN SIZE BEST FIT Displays the image with its aspect ratio in the projector’s displayable maximum resolution. ACTUAL SIZE Displays the image in its actual size. OFF Turns on or off the repeat function. ONE REPEAT Repeats one file only. ALL REPEAT Repeats all files in the current folder. REPEAT TIP • Turning on [REPEAT] will display black screen during intermission between movies.
4. Using the Viewer • SORT SETTING Sets the order of displaying thumbnails or slides. Name Options Description SORT NAME (ABC..) Displays the files alphabetically by name in ascending order. NAME (ZYX..) Displays the files alphabetically by name in descending order. EXT. (ABC..) Displays the files alphabetically by extension in ascending order. EXT. (ZYX..) Displays the files alphabetically by extension in descending order. DATE (NEW) Displays the files in reverse chronological order.
4. Using the Viewer ❹ Projecting data from shared folder LAN Shared folder Wireless LAN Projector Shared folder Preparation For projector: Connect the projector to the network. For computer: Place files to be projected in a shared folder and note the folder’s path. Memorize or write down the path for later use. • For sharing a folder, refer to your user guide or help file accompanied with your Windows computer. • Use a keyboard to give a name to the shared folder in alphanumeric characters.
4. Using the Viewer 2. Displays the [OPTIONS] menu. Press the ▼ button to select the (OPTIONS) icon and press the ENTER button. • When the OPTIONS menu is displayed, the drive list will not be displayed. 3. Display the [SHARED FOLDER] screen. Press the ▼ button to select the (SHARED FOLDER) icon and press the ENETR button. 4. Select a folder number and place to enable it.
4. Using the Viewer 6. Exit the setting. Press the ▼ button to select [OK] and press the ENTER button. This will close the [SHARED FOLDER] screen. • If an error message appear, your settings are not correct. Try again.
4. Using the Viewer Disconnecting the shared folder from the projector • Disable the number of a shared folder you wish to disconnect Press the ▼ button to select [ENABLE] and press the ENTER button to clear it. NOTE: • When a PowerPoint file or PDF file is displayed, do not disconnect your LAN cable. If doing so, the Viewer will not work. TIP: • Connecting settings for Shared folder Settings of up to four folders can be saved.
4. Using the Viewer ❺ Projecting data from media server Media server LAN Media server Wireless LAN Projector Media server Preparation For projector: Connect the projector to the network. For computer: Prepare image files or movie files to be projected, and set up “Media Sharing” in Windows Media Player 11 or Windows Media Player 12. NOTE: • Both the projector and the media server must be on the same subnet. Connecting to the media server beyond the subnet is not possible.
4. Using the Viewer 3. Select “Share my media” check box, and then select OK. A list of accessible devices will be displayed. 4. Select “P501 Series” and then “Allow”. A check mark will be added to the “P501 Series” icon. • The “P501 Series” is a projector name specified in [NETWORK SETTINGS]. 5. Select “OK”. This will make pictures and video in “Library” available from the projector.
4. Using the Viewer Setting up “Media Sharing” in Windows Media Player 12 1. Start Windows Media Player 12. 2. Select “Stream”, and then select “Automatically allow devices to play my media”. The “Allow All Media Devices” windows will be displayed. 3. Select “Automatically allow all computers and media devices”. Graphics and movie files in “Library” can be used from the projector.
4. Using the Viewer Connecting the projector to the media server Press the VIEWER button on the remote control. The VIEWER will start. • Another way to start the VIEWER is to press the SOURCE button a few times on the projector cabinet. (→ page 17) • This will start searching for a computer with “media sharing” enabled in the network and add it to the “Media server” of the thumbnail screen.
4. Using the Viewer Disconnecting the projector from the media server 1. Display the OPTIONS menu. Press the ▼ button to select the [OPTIONS] icon and select the ENTER button. 2. Display the MEDIA SERVER setting screen. Press the ▼ button to select the MEDIA SERVER icon and press the ENTER button. 3. Disable the connection. Press the ENTER button to clear the checkmark to disable the connection.
4. Using the Viewer ❻ Restrictions on displaying files The Viewer allows you to give a simplified display of a PowerPoint file or PDF file. Due to simplified display, however, actual display may be different from the one on your computer application program. Some restrictions on PowerPoint files • Fonts will be automatically converted to the fonts installed in the projector. Fonts can vary in size or width, causing layout corruption Some characters or fonts may not be displayed.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❶ Using the Menus NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the menu. NOTE: The commands such as ENTER, EXIT, ▲▼, ◀▶ in the bottom show available buttons for your operation. 2. Press the ◀▶ buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the submenu. 3.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❷ Menu Elements Tab Slide bar Solid triangle Available buttons Source Highlight Radio button Wireless symbol ECO mode symbol High Altitude symbol Off Timer remaining time Thermometer symbol Key Lock symbol Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Highlight �����������������������������Indicates the selected menu or item. Solid triangle ����������������������Indicates further choices are available.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❸ List of Menu Items Basic menu items are indicated by shaded area. Some menu items are not available depending on the input source.
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5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Item Default LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED USAGE TIME FILTER HOURS USED TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS TOTAL COST SAVINGS SOURCE NAME SOURCE INDEX HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY SOURCE(1) VERTICAL FREQUENCY SYNC TYPE SYNC POLARITY SCAN TYPE SIGNAL TYPE SOURCE(2) VIDEO TYPE BIT DEPTH VIDEO LEVEL INFO.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❹ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE] COMPUTER Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER input connector signal. NOTE: When the component input signal is connected to the COMPUTER IN connector, select [COMPUTER]. HDMI1 and 2 Selects the HDMI compatible equipment connected to your HDMI1 or 2 IN connector. VIDEO Selects what is connected to your VIDEO input-VCR, DVD player or document camera. S-VIDEO Selects what is connected to your S-VIDEO input-VCR or DVD player.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❺ Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [PICTURE] [PRESET] This function allows you to select optimized settings for your projected image. You can adjust neutral tint for yellow, cyan or magenta. There are seven factory presets optimized for various types of images. You can also use [DETAIL SETTINGS] to set user adjustable settings to customize each gamma or color. Your settings can be stored in [PRESET 1] to [PRESET 7].
5. Using On-Screen Menu [GENERAL] Storing Your Customized Settings [REFERENCE] This function allows you to store your customized settings in [PRESET 1] to [PRESET 7]. First, select a base preset mode from [REFERENCE], then set [GAMMA CORRECTION] and [COLOR TEMPERATURE]. HIGH-BRIGHT �������� Recommended for use in a brightly lit room. PRESENTATION ����� Recommended for making a presentation using a PowerPoint file. VIDEO �������������������� Recommended for typical TV program viewing.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Enhancing the Color [COLOR ENHANCEMENT] This function allows you to enhance the color of image. OFF ������������������������ Does not enhance the color ON ������������������������� Enhances the color. NOTE: This function is available only when [PRESENTATION] is selected [REFERENCE]. Adjusting White Balance [WHITE BALANCE] This allows you to adjust the white balance.
5. Using On-Screen Menu [IMAGE OPTIONS] Adjusting Clock and Phase [CLOCK/PHASE] This allows you to manually adjust CLOCK and PHASE. CLOCK ������������������� Use this item 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.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position [HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL] Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically. NOTE: • The [HORIZONTAL] and [VERTICAL] items are not available for VIDEO, S-VIDEO, HDMI, VIEWER, NETWORK, and USB DISPLAY. • The HORIZONTAL and VERTICAL cannot be adjusted depending on the signal. - An image can be distorted during the adjustment of [CLOCK] and [PHASE]. This is not malfunction.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Aspect Ratio [ASPECT RATIO] The term “aspect ratio” refers to the ratio of width to height of a projected image. The projector automatically determines the incoming signal and displays it in its appropriate aspect ratio. • This table shows typical resolutions and aspect ratios that most computers support.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Sample image when the appropriate aspect ratio is automatically determined P501X/P451X/PE501X [Computer signal] Aspect ratio of incoming signal 4:3 5:4 4:3 Letterbox 16:9 15:9 16:10 Sample image when the appropriate aspect ratio is automatically determined [Video signal] Aspect ratio of incoming signal Sample image when the aspect ratio is automatically determined Squeeze NOTE: To display a squeezed signal properly, select [16:9] or [WIDE ZOOM].
5. Using On-Screen Menu [AUDIO] Turning Up or Down Sound Adjusts the volume of the projector speaker and AUDIO OUT (Stereo Mini Jack). TIP: • When no menus appear, the ◀ and ▶ buttons on the projector cabinet and the VOL. +/− buttons on the remote control work as a volume control.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❻ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [GENERAL] Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually [KEYSTONE] You can correct horizontal or vertical keystone, pincushion, or cornerstone distortion manually. NOTE: • Some items are not available when one item is activated. Unavailable items are shown in grey. • To change from one item to another item, reset the first item. • Adjustment values will be overwritten. They will not be deleted even when the projector is turned off.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Using the Wall Color Correction [WALL COLOR] This function allows for quick adaptive color correction in applications where the screen material is not white. NOTE: Selecting [WHITEBOARD] reduces lamp brightness. Setting Eco Mode [ECO MODE] The ECO MODE increases lamp life, while lowering power consumption and cutting down on CO2 emissions. Four brightness modes of the lamp can be selected: [OFF], [AUTO ECO], [NORMAL] and [ECO] modes.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting Closed Caption [CLOSED CAPTION] This option sets several closed caption modes that allow text to be superimposed on the projected image of Video or S-Video. OFF ������������������������ This exits the closed caption mode. CAPTION 1-4 ��������� Text is superimposed. TEXT 1-4 ���������������� Text is displayed. NOTE: • The closed caption is not available under the following conditions: - when messages or menus are displayed. - when an image is magnified, frozen, or muted.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Turning ON/OFF Control ID [ID DISPLAY] ID DISPLAY ����������� This option turns on or off the ID number which is displayed when the ID SET button on the remote control is pressed. Turning On / Off Eco Message [ECO MESSAGE] This option turns on or off the following messages when the projector is turned on. The Eco Message prompts the user to save energy.
5. Using On-Screen Menu [INSTALLATION] Selecting Projector Orientation [ORIENTATION] This reorients your image for your type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection. DESKTOP FRONT CEILING REAR DESKTOP REAR CEILING FRONT Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [CONTROL PANEL LOCK] This option turns on or off the CONTROL PANEL LOCK function. NOTE: • This CONTROL PANEL LOCK does not affect the remote control functions.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Communication Speed [COMMUNICATION SPEED] This feature sets the baud rate of the PC Control port (D-Sub 9P). It supports data rates from 4800 to 38400 bps. The default is 38400 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). NOTE: Your selected communication speed will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu.
5. Using On-Screen Menu 4. Release the ID SET button. The updated CONTROL ID screen will be displayed. NOTE: • The IDs can be cleared in a few days after the batteries are run down or removed. • Accidentally pressing any one of the buttons of the remote control will clear currently specified ID with batteries removed. Using Test Pattern [TEST PATTERN] Displays the test pattern to check for image distortion at the time of the projector setup.
5. Using On-Screen Menu NOTE: • It is recommended that you select High speed mode if you use the projector non-stop for consecutive days. • Set [FAN MODE] to [HIGH ALTITUDE] when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet/1700 meters or higher. • Using the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet/1700 meters or higher without setting to [HIGH ALTITUDE] can cause the projector to overheat and the protector could shut down.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting HDMI1/2 [HDMI SETTINGS] Make the settings for each video level when connecting HDMI equipment such as a DVD player. VIDEO LEVEL ��������� Select [AUTO] to automatically detect video level. If automatic detection may not work well, select [NORMAL] to disable the [ENHANCED] feature of your HDMI equipment or select [ENHANCED] to improve image contrast and increase detail in the dark areas.
5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(2)] Selecting Power-saving in [STANDBY MODE] The projector has three standby modes: [NORMAL], [POWER-SAVING], and [NETWORK STANDBY]. The POWER-SAVING mode is the mode that allows you to put the projector in the power-saving condition which consumes less power than the NORMAL mode. NORMAL ���������������� Power indicator: Orange light/STATUS indicator: Green light - MIC sound will not be output from speaker during this mode.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Turning On the Projector By Applying Computer Signal [AUTO POWER ON(COMP.)] When the projector is in Standby mode, applying a computer signal from a computer connected to the COMPUTER IN input will power on the projector and simultaneously project the computer’s image. This functionality eliminates the need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to power on the projector.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting carbon footprint factor [CARBON CONVERT] Adjusts the carbon footprint factor in the carbon saving calculation. The initial setting is 0.505[kg-CO2/kWh] based on the CO2 Emissions from Fuel Combustion (2008 Edition) published by OECD. Selecting your currency [CURRENCY] Displays electricity pricing (available in 4 currency units).
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.] Displays the status of the current signal and lamp usage. This item has eight pages. The information included is as follows: TIP: Pressing the HELP button on the remote control will show the [INFO.] menu items. [USAGE TIME] [LAMP LIFE REMAINING] (%)* [LAMP HOURS USED] (H) [FILTER HOURS USED] (H) [TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS] (kg-CO2) [TOTAL COST SAVINGS] ($) * The progress indicator shows the percentage of remaining bulb life.
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5. Using On-Screen Menu [OTHERS] [PROJECTOR NAME] [MODEL NO.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❽ Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET] Returning to Factory Default [RESET] The RESET feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset for a (all) source (s) except the following: [CURRENT SIGNAL] Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels. The items that can be reset are: [PRESET], [CONTRAST], [BRIGHTNESS], [COLOR], [HUE], [SHARPNESS], [ASPECT RATIO], [HORIZONTAL], [VERTICAL], [CLOCK], [PHASE], and [OVERSCAN].
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❾ Application Menu (not supported by PE501X) When [NETWORK] is selected from the [SOURCE] menu, the application menu [APPLICATION MENU] will be displayed. The application menu allows you to set up the User Supportware, Network Settings (NETWORK SETTINGS) and Tools (TOOLS). The User Supportware is contained on the supplied NEC Projector CD-ROM. In [ADMINISTRATOR MODE], either [ADVANCED] menu or [BASIC] menu can be selected.
5. Using On-Screen Menu NETWORK PROJECTOR This shows information for projector name, resolution, and network (wired/wireless) which are required to use Network Projector. Use this information to set up for your computer. REMOTE DESKTOP CONNECTION This allows you to set up for computer name entry and effects for Remote Desktop. NOTE: • A USB keyboard is required to set up the Remote Desktop Connection.
5. Using On-Screen Menu NETWORK SETTINGS Important: • Consult with your network administrator about these settings. • When using a wired LAN connection, connect a LAN cable (Ethernet cable) to the LAN port (RJ-45) of the projector. (→ page 151) TIP: The network settings you make will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu. Hints on How to Set Up LAN Connection To set up the projector for a LAN connection: Select [WIRED LAN] or [WIRELESS LAN] → [PROFILES] → [PROFILE 1] or [PROFILE 2].
5. Using On-Screen Menu WIRED LAN or WIRELESS LAN (ADVANCED menu only) PROFILES • Up to two settings for the LAN port or USB wireless LAN unit — can be stored in memory of the projector. Total of four settings can be stored. Five settings can be stored: two for the built-in LAN port, two for wireless LAN and one for WPS. • Select [PROFILE 1] or [PROFILE 2] and then do settings for [DHCP] and the other options. After doing this, select [OK] and press the ENTER button.
5. Using On-Screen Menu • When selecting [WPS], the network will be connected by using settings stored automatically with the WPS function. Selecting [WPS] will allow the projector to access the network by using the settings the WPS function automatically stored. DHCP Place a check mark to automatically assign an IP address to the — projector from your DHCP server. Clear this check box to register the IP address or subnet mask number obtained from your network administrator.
5. Using On-Screen Menu SITE SURVEY Displays a list of available SSIDs for wireless LAN on site. Select — an SSID which you can access. To select an SSID, highlight [SSID] and use the SELECT → to select [OK] and press the ENTER button. ����������������������� Wireless access point ����������������������� Ad Hoc PC ����������������������� WEP or WPA enabled SECURITY This will turn on or off the encryption mode for secure transmis- — sion. To use encryption, specify a WEP key or encryption key.
5. Using On-Screen Menu When [WEP(64bit)] or [WEP(128bit)] is selected for [SECURITY TYPE] KEY SELECT Selects one WEP key from the four keys below. KEY1, KEY2, KEY3, KEY4 Enter a WEP key. • Maximum number of characters Option Alphanumeric (ASCII) Hexadecimal (HEX) WEP 64bit 5 10 WEP 128bit 13 26 When [WPA-PSK], [WPA-EAP], [WPA2-PSK], or [WPA2-EAP] is selected for [SECURITY TYPE] ENCRYPTION TYPE Select [TKIP] or [AES]. KEY Enter encryption key. Key length must be 8 or greater and 63 or less.
5. Using On-Screen Menu [AUTHENTICATION] (required for wireless only) Setting is required for using WPA-EAP or WPA2-EAP. Preparation before setting Select a wireless LAN compliant WPA-EAP or WPA2-EAP authentication and install a digital certificate on the projector. 1. Set [DATE AND TIME] on the projector. (→ page 140) 2. Use a computer to save digital certificates (files) for WPA-EAP or WPA2-EAP setting to your USB memory device.
5. Using On-Screen Menu 4. Select [SITE SURVEY] and press the ENTER button. The “SSID” list will be displayed. 5. Select a connecting SSID, and then select [OK]. Finally press the ENTER button. • Select the SSID for which WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is set. • Select [INFRASTRUCTURE ( not available when [AD HOC ( )] for [NETWORK TYPE]. WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-EAP, or WPA2-EAP is )] is selected. 6. Select the [SECURITY] tab. The [SECURITY] page will be displayed. 7.
5. Using On-Screen Menu 11. Select the [AUTHENTICATION] tab. The [AUTHENTICATION] page will be displayed. Select either [EAP-TLS] or [PEAP-MSCHAPv2] for [EAP TYPE]. The setting items vary depending on the EAP type. See the table below.
5. Using On-Screen Menu 13. Select [CLIENT CERTIFICATE] and press the ENTER button. A list of files ([FILES] screen) will be displayed. • For operating the [FILES] screen, see “4. Using the Viewer” in the “User’s Manual” (PDF). • To return to the [AUTHENTICATION] page, press the EXIT button. NOTE: Installing a digital certificate You can install each digital certificate (client certificate and CA certificate) for [PROFILE 1 (or 2)] on a file-by-file basis.
5. Using On-Screen Menu 17. On the [FILES] screen, select a digital certificate (DER format file) saved in your USB memory device and press the ENTER button. • Select your root CA certificate here. The selected digital certificate will be installed on the projector. 18. After completing required settings, select [OK] and press the ENTER button. The [WIRELESS] page will be returned. 19. Select [RECONNECT] and press the ENTER button. 20. Select [OK] and press the ENTER button.
5. Using On-Screen Menu 15. After completing setting a user name, select the [PASSWORD] field and press the ENTER button. The character entry screen (software keyboard) will be displayed. Set a password. • A password must be 32 characters or less. 16. After completing setting the password, select [CA CERTIFICATE] field and press the ENTER button. The drive list screen will be displayed. • For operating the [FILES] screen, see “4. Using the Viewer” in the “User’s Manual” (PDF).
5. Using On-Screen Menu 18. After completing required settings, select [OK] and press the ENTER button. The [WIRELESS] page will be returned. 19. Select [RECONNECT] and press the ENTER button. 20. Select [OK] and press the ENTER button. This will complete setting [PEAP-MSCHAPv2] for [EAP TYPE] in [WPA-EAP] or [WPA2-EAP]. TIP: Clearing the digital certificate that is installed on the projector To clear the digital certificate installed on the projector, follow the steps below.
5. Using On-Screen Menu WPS When the wireless LAN access point connected to the projector supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™), you can use PIN method or push button method to set up the wireless LAN for the projector. PIN TYPE Set a 4-digit or 8 digit-PIN code of WPS for your access point to complete setting for the SSID security. PUSH BUTTON TYPE Press the dedicated button of the access point and the projector’s wireless LAN unit to complete setting for the SSID security.
5. Using On-Screen Menu PROJECTOR NAME (ADVANCED menu only) PROJECTOR NAME Set a unique projector name. Up to 16 alphanumeric characters and symbols DOMAIN (ADVANCED menu only) Set a host name and domain name of the projector. HOST NAME Set a host name of the projector. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters DOMAIN NAME Set a domain name of the projector.
5. Using On-Screen Menu ALERT MAIL (ADVANCED menu only) ALERT MAIL This option will notify your computer of lamp replace time or error — messages via e-mail when using wireless or wired LAN. Placing a checkmark will turn on the Alert Mail feature. Clearing a checkmark will turn off the Alert Mail feature. Sample of a message to be sent from the projector: The lamp and filters are at the end of its usable life. Please replace the lamp and filters.
5. Using On-Screen Menu NETWORK SERVICE (ADVANCED menu only) HTTP SERVER Set a password for your HTTP server. PJLink This option allows you to set a password when you use the Up to 32 alphanumeric PJLink feature. characters NOTE: • Do not forget your password. However, if you forget your password, consult with your dealer. • What is PJLink? PJLink is a standardization of protocol used for controlling projectors of different manufacturers.
5. Using On-Screen Menu TOOLS ADMINISTRATOR MODE This allows you to select MENU MODE, save settings, and set a password for the administrator mode. MENU MODE Select either [BASIC] or [ADVANCED] menu. (→ page 89) — NOT SAVE SETTING VALUES Placing a check mark will not save your projector settings. — NEW PASSWORD/ CONFIRM PASSWORD Assign a password for the administrator mode. Clear this check box to save your projector settings.
5. Using On-Screen Menu PROGRAM TIMER This option turns on/off the projector and changes video signals, and selects ECO mode automatically at a specified time. NOTE: • Before using [PROGRAM TIMER], make sure that the [DATE AND TIME] feature is set. (→ page 140) • Make sure that the projector is in the stand by condition with the POWER cord connected. • The projector has a built-in clock. The clock will keep working for about two weeks after the main power is turned off.
5. Using On-Screen Menu FRI].To execute the program in everyday basis, select [EVERYDAY]. TIME ���������������������� Set the time to execute the program. Enter time in 24-hour format. FUNCTION ������������� Select a function to be executed. Selecting [POWER] will allow you to turn on or off the projector by setting [ADVANCED SETTINGS]. Selecting [SOURCE] will allow you to select a video source by setting [ADVANCED SETTINGS].
5. Using On-Screen Menu Activating the program timer 1. Select [ENABLE] on the [PROGRAM TIMER] screen and press the ENTER button. The [ENABLE] will be activated. 2. Select [OK] and press the ENTER button. The [PROGRAM TIMER] screen will be changed to the [TOOL] screen. NOTE: • Clearing [ENABLE] will disable the Program Timer even when a program is marked with a check mark on [PROGRAM LIST] screen. • When [ENABLE] is selected, the [PROGRAM LIST] cannot be edited.
5. Using On-Screen Menu DATE AND TIME You can set the current time, month, date, and year. NOTE: The projector has a built-in clock. The clock will keep working for about 2 weeks after the main power is turned off. If the main power is off for 2 weeks or more, the built-in clock will cease. If the built-in clock ceases, set the date and time again. The built-in clock will not cease while in the standby mode. TIME ZONE SETTINGS �������������� Select your time zone.
6. Installation and Connections This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Your projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: ① Set up a screen and the projector. 1 ② Connect your computer or video equipment to the projector. (→ page 145, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152) ③ Connect the supplied power cord. (→ page 14) NOTE: Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are disconnected before moving the projector.
6. Installation and Connections [P451W/P401W] The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The minimum size the image can be is approximately 25" (0.64 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 37 inches (0.9 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" (7.6 m) when the projector is about 459 inches (11.7 m) from the wall or screen. Screen Size (Unit: cm/inch) 646.2(W)�403.9(H) / 254(W)�159(H) 30 516.9(W)�323.1(H) / 204(W)�127(H) 430.8(W)�269.
6. Installation and Connections Throw Distance and Screen Size The following shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the table to determine the position of installation.
6. Installation and Connections WARNING Reflecting the Image * Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NEC dealer for more information. * 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 injured and the projector severely damaged. • Do not use the projector where temperatures vary greatly.
6. Installation and Connections ❷ Making Connections NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not turned on unless connected to the projector before being powered up. * If the screen goes blank while using your remote control, it may be the result of the computer’s screen-saver or power management software.
6. Installation and Connections • Select the source name for its appropriate input connector after turning on the projector. Input connector SOURCE button on the projector cabinet Button on the remote control COMPUTER IN COMPUTER (COMPUTER 1) HDMI 1 IN HDMI1 HDMI HDMI 2 IN HDMI2 HDMI USB (PC) USB DISPLAY (USB DISPLAY) NOTE: The projector is not compatible with video decoded outputs of the NEC ISS-6020 switcher.
6. Installation and Connections Connecting an External Monitor Computer cable (VGA) (not supplied) Stereo mini-plug audio cable (not supplied) Computer cable (VGA) (supplied) You can connect a separate, external monitor to your projector to simultaneously view on a monitor the computer analog image you’re projecting. NOTE: • Daisy chain connection is not possible. • When audio equipment is connected, the projector speaker is disabled.
6. Installation and Connections Connecting Your DVD Player or Other AV Equipment Connecting Video/S-Video Input S-Video cable (not supplied) Video cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) Audio equipment Audio cable (not supplied) • Select the source name for its appropriate input connector after turning on the projector.
6. Installation and Connections Connecting Component Input 15-pin - to - RCA (female) × 3 cable adapter (ADPCV1E) Stereo mini plug - to - RCA audio cable (not supplied) Audio Equipment Component video RCA × 3 cable (not supplied) DVD player Audio cable (not supplied) A component signal will be automatically displayed. If not, from the menu, select [SETUP] → [OPTIONS(1)] → [SIGNAL SELECT] → [COMPUTER], and then place a check mark in the Component radio button.
6. Installation and Connections Connecting HDMI Input You can connect the HDMI output of your DVD player, hard disk player, Blu-ray player, or notebook type PC to the HDMI IN connector of your projector. NOTE: The HDMI 1 IN/HDMI 2 IN connector supports Plug & Play (DDC2B). HDMI cable (not supplied) Use High Speed HDMI® Cable.
6. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Wired LAN (not supported by PE501X) The projector comes standard with a LAN port (RJ-45) which provides a LAN connection using a LAN cable. To use a LAN connection, you are required to set the LAN on the projector menu. Select [SETUP] → [WIRED LAN]. (→ page 120). Example of LAN connection Example of wired LAN connection Server Hub LAN cable (not supplied) NOTE: Use a Category 5 or higher LAN cable.
6. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Wireless LAN (Optional: NP02LM series) (not supported by PE501X) The USB Wireless LAN Unit also provides a wireless LAN connection. To use a wireless LAN connection, you are required to assign an IP address to the projector. Important: • If you use the projector with the USB Wireless LAN Unit in the area where the use of wireless LAN equipment is prohibited, remove the USB Wireless LAN Unit from the projector.
6. Installation and Connections Prepare a Phillips screw driver beforehand. 1. Press the POWER button to turn off the projector and set it into standby condition, and disconnect the power cord. 2. Remove the USB (LAN) port cover. Loosen the screw securing the port cover. • The screw is not removable. 2 1 3. Slowly insert the USB Wireless LAN Unit into the USB (LAN) port. Remove the cap from the USB Wireless LAN Unit, and then insert it with the surface (side of indicator) facing outward.
6. Installation and Connections Example of wireless LAN connection (Network Type → Infrastructure) PC with wireless LAN card inserted PC with built-in wireless LAN function USB Wireless LAN Unit Wireless access point Wired LAN Use the HTTP server function to make the settings. (→ page 42) Example of wireless LAN connection (Network Type → Ad Hoc) USB Wireless LAN Unit PC with wireless LAN card inserted PC with built-in wireless LAN function To enable direct communication (i.e.
6. Installation and Connections Attaching the Optional Cable Cover (NP03CV) An optional cable cover (NP03CV) is available for hiding cables. The NP03CV cable cover is designed for use with the P series projectors. CAUTION: • Be sure to tighten the screws after attaching the cable cover. Failure to do so may cause the cable cover to come off and fall, resulting in injury or damage to the cable cover. • Do not put bundled cables in the cable cover.
7. Maintenance This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the filters, the lens, the cabinet, and to replace the lamp and the filters. ❶ Cleaning the Filters The air-filter sponge keeps dust and dirt from getting inside the projector and should be frequently cleaned. If the filter is dirty or clogged, your projector may overheat. NOTE: The message for filter cleaning will be displayed for one minute after the projector is turned on or off.
7. Maintenance (2) Push the left end of each filter and remove the hard two honeycomb filters (large and small). • The large filter cannot be removed by pushing on its right end. 4. Use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum all the dust inside. Get rid of dust in the accordion filter NOTE: • Whenever you vacuum the filter, use the soft brush attachment to vacuum. This is to avoid damage to the filter. • Do not wash the filter with water. Doing so can result in filter clogging. 5.
7. Maintenance 7. Put the filter unit back to the projector cabinet. Make sure that the filter unit is placed in the correct orientation. 8. Put the filter cover back to the projector cabinet. Insert two catches of the top side of the filter cover into the groove of the cabinet, and push the buttons on the left and right to close the filter cover. • Push the filter cover until it clicks into place. 9. Clear the filter usage hours.
7. Maintenance ❷ Cleaning the Lens • Turn off the projector before cleaning. • The projector has a plastic lens. Use a commercially available plastic lens cleaner. • Do not scratch or mar the lens surface as a plastic lens is easily scratched. • Never use alcohol or glass lens cleaner as doing so will cause damage to the plastic lens surface. ❸ Cleaning the Cabinet Turn off the projector, and unplug the projector before cleaning. • Use a dry soft cloth to wipe dust off the cabinet.
7. Maintenance ❹ Replacing the Lamp and the Filters When the lamp reaches the end of its life, the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will blink red and the message “THE LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE. PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP AND FILTER.” will appear (*). Even though the lamp may still be working, replace the lamp to maintain the optimal projector performance. After replacing the lamp, be sure to clear the lamp hour meter.
7. Maintenance To replace the lamp: 1. Remove the lamp cover. (1) Loosen the lamp cover screw • The lamp cover screw is not removable. (2) Push and slide the lamp cover off. 2. Remove the lamp housing. (1) Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condition. • The two screws are not removable. • There is an interlock on this case to prevent the risk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock.
7. Maintenance 3. Install a new lamp housing. (1) Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket. (2) Push the top center of the lamp housing to secure it. (3) Secure it in place with the two screws. • Be sure to tighten the screws. 4. Reattach the lamp cover. (1) Slide the lamp cover back until it snaps into place. (2) Tighten the screw to secure the lamp cover. • Be sure to tighten the screw. This completes the lamp replacement. Go on to the filter replacement.
7. Maintenance To replace the filters: Four filters are packaged with the replacement lamp. Honeycomb filter (coarse mesh): Large and small sizes (attached to the outside of the filter unit) Accordion filter (fine mesh): Large and small sizes (attached to the inside of the filter unit) NOTE: • Replace all four filters at the same time. • Before replacing the filters, wipe off dust and dirt from the projector cabinet. • The projector is precision equipment.
7. Maintenance (2) Push the left end of each filter and remove the hard two honeycomb filters (large and small). • The large filter cannot be removed by pushing on its right end. 4. Remove dust from the filter unit and the filter cover. Clean both outside and inside. 5. Attach four new filters to the filter unit. (1) Insert the left end of each hard honeycomb filter (large and small) first and then the right end of each hard honeycomb filter to the filter unit.
8. User Supportware ❶ Installing Software Program Installation for Windows software The software programs except Image Express Utility Lite for Mac OS and PC Control Utility Pro 5 support Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP. NOTE: • To install or uninstall each software program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista) or “Computer Administrator” privilege (Windows XP). • Exit all running programs before installation.
8. User Supportware 2 Click a software program you wish to install on the menu window. The installation will start. • Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation. TIP: Uninstalling a Software Program Preparation: Exit the software program before uninstalling. To uninstall the software program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista) or “Computer Administrator” privilege (Windows XP).
8. User Supportware Using on Mac OS Step 1: Install Image Express Utility Lite for Mac OS or PC Control Utility Pro 5 on the computer. 1. Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD-ROM in your Mac CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM icon will be displayed on the desktop. 2. Double-click the CD-ROM icon. The CD-ROM window will be displayed. 3. Double-click the “Mac OS X” folder. 4. Double-click “Image Express Utility Lite.dmg” or “PC Control Utility.mpkg”. The installer will start. 5. Click “Next”.
8. User Supportware ❷ Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Projector (Virtual Remote Tool) Using the utility software “Virtual Remote Tool”, Virtual Remote screen (or toolbar) can be displayed on your computer screen. This will help you perform operations such as projector’s power on or off and signal selection via the computer cable (VGA), serial cable, or LAN connection.
8. User Supportware Step 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computer NOTE: • To install Virtual Remote Tool, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP). • Exit all running programs before installing Virtual Remote Tool. If another program is running, the installation may not be completed. 1 Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The menu window will be displayed.
8. User Supportware TIP: Uninstalling Software Program Preparation: Exit the software program before uninstalling. To uninstall the software program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista) or “Computer Administrator” privilege (Windows XP). • For Windows 7/Windows Vista 1 Click “Start” and then “Control Panel”. The Control Panel window will be displayed.
8. User Supportware Start Virtual Remote Tool Start using the shortcut icon • Double-click the shortcut icon on the Windows Desktop. Start from the Start menu • Click [Start] → [All Programs] or [Programs] → [NEC Projector User Supportware] → [Virtual Remote Tool] → [Virtual Remote Tool]. When Virtual Remote Tool starts for the first time, “Easy Setup” window will be displayed. Follow the instructions on the screens When “Easy Setup” is completed, the Virtual Remote Tool screen will be displayed.
8. User Supportware Exiting Virtual Remote Tool 1 Click the Virtual Remote Tool icon on the Taskbar. The pop-up menu will be displayed. 2 Click “Exit”. The Virtual Remote Tool will be closed. Viewing the help file of Virtual Remote Tool • Displaying the help file using the taskbar 1 Click the Virtual Remote Tool icon on the taskbar when Virtual Remote Tool is running. The pop-up menu will be displayed. 2. Click “Help”. The Help screen will be displayed.
8. User Supportware ❸ Projecting Your Computer’s Screen Image or Video from the Projector over a LAN (Image Express Utility Lite) (not supported by PE501X) Using Image Express Utility Lite contained on the supplied NEC Projector CD-ROM allows you to send the computer’s screen image to the projector over a USB cable or a wired or wireless LAN. Image Express Utility Lite is a program compatible with Windows. Image Express Utility Lite for Mac OS is a program compatible with Mac OS.
8. User Supportware Using on Windows Step 1: install Image Express Utility Lite on the computer. NOTE: • To install or uninstall the program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP). • Exit all running programs before installation. If another program is running, the installation may not be completed. • Image Express Utility Lite will be installed to the system drive of your computer.
8. User Supportware Step 2: Connect the projector to a LAN. Connect the projector to the LAN by following the instructions in “Connecting to a Wired LAN” (→ page 151), “Connecting to a Wireless LAN (Optional: NP02LM series)” (→ page 152) and “9. Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser” (→ page 42) Step 3: Start Image Express Utility Lite. 1. On Windows, click “Start” → “All programs” → “NEC Projector UserSupportware” → “Image Express Utility Lite” → “Image Express Utility Lite”.
8. User Supportware 5. Operate the control window. (7) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (1) (Streaming) Displays the streaming window. Movie files on the PC can be transferred to the projector via the network and played on the projector. Refer to “Movie streaming function” in the help file of Image Express Utility Lite. (2) (Source) ����� Selects an input source of the projector. (3) (Picture) ���� Turns on or off AV-MUTE (Picture mute), and turns on or off FREEZE (Freeze a picture).
8. User Supportware TIP: Viewing the “Help” file of Image Express Utility Lite • Displaying the Help file of Image Express Utility Lite while it is running. Click the [?] (help) icon on the control window. The Help screen will be displayed. • Displaying the Help file of GCT while it is running. Click “Help” → “Help” on the edit window. The Help screen will be displayed. • Displaying the help file using the Start Menu.
8. User Supportware Starting Image Express Utility Lite from a USB Memory or SD Card Image Express Utility Lite can be started from commercially available removable media such USB memory or SD cards if it is copied beforehand. This will eliminate the trouble of installing Image Express Utility Lite to your computer. 1. Copy Image Express Utility Lite to removable media. Copy all the folders and files (total size approx.
8. User Supportware Using on Mac OS Step 1: Install Image Express Utility Lite for Mac OS on the computer 1. Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD-ROM in your Mac CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM icon will be displayed on the desktop. 2. Double-click the CD-ROM icon. The CD-ROM window will be displayed. 3. Double-click the “Mac OS X” folder. 4. Double-click “Image Express Utility Lite.dmg”. The “Image Express Utility Lite” window will be displayed. 5.
8. User Supportware ❹ Projecting an Image from an Angle (Geometric Correction Tool in Image Express Utility Lite) (not supported by PE501X) The Geometric Correction Tool (GCT) function allows you to correct distortion of images projected even from an angle. What you can do with GCT • The GCT feature includes the following three functions • 4-point Correction: You can fit a projected image within the border of the screen easily by align the four corners of an image to the ones of the screen.
8. User Supportware 3. Use the mouse to click the [ • ] mark of which corner you wish to move. The currently selected [ • ] mark will turn red. (In the above example, Windows screens are omitted for clarification.) 4. Drag the selected [ • ] mark to the point you wish to correct and drop it. • When you click somewhere within the project image area, the nearest [ • ] mark will go to the position where the mouse cursor is. 5. Repeat Step 3 and 4 to correct the distortion of the projected image. 6.
8. User Supportware ❺ Projecting Images from the Projector over a LAN (Image Express Utility 2.0) (not supported by PE501X) What you can do with Image Express Utility 2.0 • Using Image Express Utility 2.0 allows you to send the screens of your computers to the projector via wired/wireless LAN. The difference from Image Express Utility Lite is that projected images can be sent from a computer to not only one projector but also to two or more projectors at the same time.
8. User Supportware • Projected images can be transferred and saved to computers. When “Meeting Mode” is used, projected images can be sent to the computers of all the participants (attendants) of a “Meeting”. The received images can be saved to your computer with a memo (text data) attached.
8. User Supportware Basic Operation of Image Express Utility 2.0 This section explains the following three cases as examples of operating Image Express Utility 2.0. (1) Transferring images to the projector (2) Holding a conference (3) Participating in a conference Sending Images to Projector • Connecting projector 1 Turn on the power to the projector for which LAN has been set. 2 Click Windows [Start] → [All Programs] → [NEC Projector User Supportware] → [Image Express Utility 2.
8. User Supportware 4 Check( ) the projector to connect and click [Connect]. If the name of the projector to connect is not on the list or if it is hidden, click [Update]. 4-1 Click 4-2 Click The screen of your computer will be projected from the projector. At this time, the input signal of the projector will automatically change to “NETWORK”. • Transferring images When your computer is connected to the projector, the screen of the computer is projected from the projector as is.
8. User Supportware • Stopping or resuming the transmission of images The transmission of the screen of the computer to the projector can be temporarily stopped and then resumed. 1 Click the projector icon ( ) on the Windows taskbar. A pop-up menu will be displayed. 2 Click [Stop Sending]. The projector icon on the taskbar will change ( → ). NOTE: Even if the screen of the computer is changed in this status, the image projected from the projector does not change.
8. User Supportware Holding Conferences • Holding conferences 1 Follow steps 1 through 4 in “Connecting projector” of “Sending Images to Projector” (→ page 184). The screen of your computer will be projected from the projector. • Disclose a file to the participants of the conference. NOTE: To disclose a file to the participants, selection can be made only in folder units. Therefore, a folder only having files that can be disclosed to the participants must be created in advance.
8. User Supportware 5 Select a folder saving the file to be disclosed to the participants, and click [OK]. The file in the selected folder will be displayed in the list of files to transfer. 6 Click [Download]. The file will be shown to the participants. NOTE: When the computer is connected to the projector, the computer screen that is in of being progress is also projected from the projector.
8. User Supportware 3 Click the Meeting Name to participate, and click [Connect]. 3 Click The computer will be connected to the selected conference and the attendant window will be displayed. If the presenter selects “Send to PC And Projector”, the image projected from the projector is displayed in the attendant window.
8. User Supportware • Saving received images 1 Click [Memo] in the attendant window. A memo pane will be displayed. 2 Click Memo pane 1 Click 2 Click [Save Image] in the attendant window. The image displayed in the attendant window will be saved. • The saved image is added to the memo list and a thumbnail is displayed. • A memo can be attached to the saved image. REFERENCE: • In case of Windows XP, a created file is saved to “My Documents\ImageExpress\” under the default settings.
8. User Supportware • Downloading disclosed file 1 Click [File Transfer] in the attendant window. The “File Transfer” window will be opened. 1 Click 2 Select a file to download, and click [Download]. Downloading will begin. The progress of the downloading is displayed at the lower left of the window. 3 When downloading is complete, click [File] in the “File Transfer” window, and click [Exit]. The “File Transfer” window will be closed.
8. User Supportware • Changing presenter Three types of settings may be made to change the presenter: “Not Approved”, “Approved”, and “Changing Prohibited” (these can be selected only by the presenter). In the following example, “Not Approved” is selected. • Click [Become A Presenter] in the attendant window. You will change from a participant to a presenter. 1 Click • Leaving conference Leave the conference and exit Image Express Utility 2.0. • Click [File] in the attendant window, and click [Exit].
8. User Supportware ❻ Using the Projector to Operate Your Computer over a LAN (Desktop Control Utility 1.0) (not supported by PE501X) Using Desktop Control Utility 1.0 allows you to remotely operate your computer placed at a distance from the projector over a network (wired LAN or wireless LAN). What you can do with Desktop Control Utility 1.0 • A commercially available USB mouse is connected to the projector to operate the computer.
8. User Supportware Using the projector to operate your computer’s desktop screen IMPORTANT: • In case of Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista, disable the user account control before using Desktop Control Utility 1.0. Windows Vista has “User Account Control” function to protect the computer. The user account confirmation window may be displayed. Since Desktop Control Utility 1.0 cannot transfer the user account confirmation window, this window makes the operation unavailable.
8. User Supportware • Operation on computer 1 Click Windows [Start] → [All Programs] → [NEC Projector User Supportware] → [Desktop Control Utility 1.0] → [Desktop Control], in that order. The “Selection Of Network Connections” window is displayed. This displays a list of the network devices connected to the computer you are using. 2 Select the network device to use and click [OK]. The “Startup password settings” window will be displayed.
8. User Supportware 3 Input the starting password of Desktop Control Utility 1.0, and click [OK]. The “Current password” window will be displayed. NOTE: The character string displayed in the password field varies each time Desktop Control Utility 1.0 is started. 4 Write down the character string displayed in the password field. Write down “PMHN” in the screen example of step 3. 5 Click [OK]. Desktop Control Utility 1.0 will be started.
8. User Supportware • Operating the projector (connecting computer) 1 Connect a USB mouse that is commercially available to the projector. USB 2 Turn on the power to the projector. Set the LAN setting of the projector in advance. 3 Press the SOURCE button on the projector unit. The Source list will be displayed. In case of the remote control, press the NETWORK button. The “network menu” screen will be displayed,proceed to step 5.
8. User Supportware 5 Click [DESKTOP CONTROL UTILITY]. The “DESKTOP CONTROL UTILITY menu” screen will be displayed. 6 Click “ENTRY”. A password input screen will be displayed. 7 Input the password you have written down in step 4 of “Operation on computer”. • Click the [BS] button on the right side of the [PASSWORD] field to delete the character to the left of the character insertion point. 8 After inputting the password, click the button on the right side of the [PASSWORD] field.
8. User Supportware 10 Click the computer at the connection destination and then [OK]. The desktop screen of the computer at the connection destination will be displayed. • Operating the projector (manipulating desktop screen) The displayed desktop screen can be manipulated by using the USB mouse connected to the projector. If the EXIT button of the projector or remote control is pressed while the desktop screen is displayed, an auxiliary operation bar is displayed at the lower left of the screen.
8. User Supportware <1> <2> <3> <4> <1> (cut-off icon) �������Disconnects communication with the computer. <2> (Shift icon) ����������When the highlight is moved to this icon and the ENTER button is pressed, shift lock status is set. The shift lock is canceled if the highlight is moved to this icon and the ENTER button is pressed again. <3> (Ctrl icon) ������������When the highlight is moved to this icon and the ENTER button is pressed, control lock status is set.
8. User Supportware • Operating the projector (exiting Desktop Control Utility 1.0) 1 Click the projector icon [ ] on the taskbar while the desktop screen is displayed. 2 Click [Exit]. Desktop Control Utility 1.0 will be terminated. 3 Press the EXIT button on the projector unit or on the remote control. The “network menu” screen will be displayed. 4 Press the MENU button on the projector unit or on the remote control. The on-screen menu will be displayed.
8. User Supportware ❼ Controlling the Projector over a LAN (PC Control Utility Pro 4/ Pro 5) Using the utility software “PC Control Utility Pro 4” or “PC Control Utility Pro 5” included on the companion NEC Projector CD-ROM, the projector can be controlled from a computer over a LAN. PC Control Utility Pro 4 is a program compatible with Windows. (→ this page) PC Control Utility Pro 5 is a program compatible with Mac OS.
8. User Supportware TIP: If the menu window will not be displayed, try the following procedure. For Windows 7: 1. Click “start” on Windows. 2. Click “All Programs” → “Accessories” → “Run”. 3. Type your CD-ROM drive name (example: “Q:\”) and “LAUNCHER.EXE” in “Name”. (example: Q:\ LAUNCHER.EXE) 4. Click “OK”. the menu window will be displayed. 2 Click “PC Control Utility Pro 4” on the menu window. The installation will start.
8. User Supportware Step 2: Connect the projector to a LAN. Connect the projector to the LAN by following the instructions in “Connecting to a Wired LAN” (→ page 151), “Connecting to a Wireless LAN (Optional: NP02LM series)” (→ page 152) and “9. Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser” (→ page 42) Step 3: Start PC Control Utility Pro 4 Click “Start” → “All programs” or “Programs” → “NEC Projector User Supportware” → “PC Control Utility Pro 4” → “PC Control Utility Pro 4”.
8. User Supportware Using on Mac OS Step 1: Install PC Control Utility Pro 5 on the computer 1. Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD-ROM in your Mac CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM icon will be displayed on the desktop. 2. Double-click the CD-ROM icon. The CD-ROM window will be displayed. 3. Double-click the “Mac OS X” folder. 4. Double-click “PC Control Utility.mpkg”. The installer will start. 5. Click “Next”. “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” screen will be displayed. 6.
9. Appendix ❶ Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator Condition Off 0.5 sec On, Blinking light Blue 0.5 sec Off 2.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off Orange 2.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off 0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off Steady light Blue Orange Red Projector Condition The main power is off The projector is getting ready to turn on. – Wait for a moment. Off Timer is enabled. – On Timer is working.
9. Appendix Common Problems & Solutions (→ “Power/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 206.) Problem Check These Items Does not turn on or shut down • Check that the power cord is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control is on. (→ pages 14, 15) • Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly. (→ page 162) • Check to see if the projector has overheated.
9. Appendix If there is no picture, or the picture is not displayed correctly. • Power on process for the projector and the PC. Be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not turned on unless connected to the projector before being powered up.
9. Appendix ❷ Specifications This section provides technical information about projector’s performance. Optical Model Number LCD Panel NP-P501X NP-PE501X NP-P451X 0.63 inch LCD with Micro Lens Array (Aspect Ratio 4:3) Resolution*1 Lens 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) Manual zoom and focus Zoom Ratio = 1.7 F1.7–2.2 f = 17.4–29.0 mm 0–0.
9. Appendix Model Number Scan Rate*1 Sync Compatibility Built-in Speaker Power Requirement Input Current Power ECO Consump- MODE tion OFF NORMAL (Typical value) ECO NP-P501X NP-PE501X NP-P451X NP-P451W NP-P401W Horizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz (RGB: 24 kHz or over) Vertical: 50 Hz to 120 Hz (HDMI: 50 Hz to 85 Hz) Separate Sync 16 W (monaural) 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz 4.2 A/1.7 A 4.2 A/1.7 A 3.9 A/1.6 A 4.2 A/1.7 A 3.9 A/1.
9. Appendix ❸ Cabinet Dimensions NP-P501X/NP-P451X/NP-P451W/NP-P401W 282 (11.1) Unit: mm (inch) 398 (15.7) 134 (5.3) Lens center 71.8 (2.8)–76.5 (3) 11.5 (0.5) 115 (4.5) Lens center 24 (0.9) 150 (5.9) 130 (5.1) 33.8 (1.3) 175 (6.9) Holes for ceiling mount 200 (7.
9. Appendix NP-PE501X 282 (11.1) Unit: mm (inch) 398 (15.7) 134 (5.3) Lens center 71.8 (2.8)–76.5 (3) 11.5 (0.5) 115 (4.5) Lens center 24 (0.9) 150 (5.9) 130 (5.1) 33.8 (1.3) 175 (6.9) Holes for ceiling mount 200 (7.
9. Appendix ❹ Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector 11 12 13 14 15 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 Signal Level Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal : TTL level Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 RGB Signal (Analog) Red Green or Sync on Green Blue Ground Ground Red Ground Green Ground Blue Ground No Connection Sync Signal Ground No Connection Bi-directional DATA (SDA) Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync Vertical Sync Data Clock COMPUTER IN NOTE: Pin Nos.
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9. Appendix ❼ Troubleshooting Check List Before contacting your dealer or service personnel, check the following list to be sure repairs are needed also by referring to the “Troubleshooting” section in your user’s manual. This checklist below will help us solve your problem more efficiently. * Print this page and the next page for your check.
9. Appendix In the space below please describe your problem in detail. Information on application and environment where your projector is used Projector Installation environment Model number: Screen size: inch Serial No.
9. Appendix ❽ REGISTER YOUR PROJECTOR! (for residents in the United States, Canada, and Mexico) Please take time to register your new projector. This will activate your limited parts and labor warranty and InstaCare service program. Visit our web site at www.necdisplay.com, click on support center/register product and submit your completed form online.
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