NEC GT2150 User Manual

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  • Page 1 LCD Projector GT2150 User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 LIMITED WARRANTY Except as specified below, the warranty that may be provided by the dealer covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered by the warranty: 1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
  • Page 3 LCD Projector GT2150 User’s Manual...
  • Page 4: Important Information

    Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC GT2150 Pro- jector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the bottom of your GT2150. Record it here: CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet.
  • Page 5: Informations Importantes

    Précautions Veuillez lire ce manuel avec attention avant d’utiliser votre projecteur NEC GT2150 et gardez ce manuel à portée de main afin de pouvoir y recourir facilement. Votre numéro de série est situé sur le fond de votre GT2150. Reportez-...
  • Page 6: Important Safeguards

    Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your NEC dealer for lamp replacement.
  • Page 7: Remplacement De La Lampe

    à l’intérieur du boîtier. Ne les touchez pas car elles peuvent vous blesser. Dans ce cas, contactez votre revendeur NEC afin de procéder au remplacement de la lampe. • Attendez au minimum trois minutes aprés avoir éteint la lampe avant de la rallumer.
  • Page 8: Limited Warranty

    5. In the event a product is returned to NEC Solutions for warranty service, and it is determined that there is no product defect or that the product condition is not covered by this limited warranty, a diagnostic service fee may be charged to the customer.
  • Page 9: Declaration Of Conformity

    Type of Product: Equipment Classification: Models: We hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the technical standards as specified in the FCC Rules. NEC Technologies, Inc. 1250 N. Arlington Heights Road Itasca, Illinois 60143 (630) 467-5000 LCD Projector...
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control ... E-10 Using the Remote Control in Wired Operation ... E-11 2 INSTALLATION Setting Up Your GT2150 Projector ... E-12 Screen Size and Projection Distance ... E-12 Lens Shift Adjustable Range ... E-13 Optional Lens Installation ... E-14 Setting up for Double Stacking in Link Mode ...
  • Page 11: Introduction

    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 GT2150 Projector. NOTE: Lenses are optional. Order lenses from your NEC dealer.
  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your G2150 Projector

    Getting to Know Your GT2150 Projector Lens hood Remote sensor Terminal panel (Left) R IG AC INPUT Connect the supplied power cable’s three-pin plug here. Lens (optional) Lens hood cap D V I D IG IT A L /M D V I...
  • Page 13 Depression for foot (4 locations) Remote sensor Carrying handle Speaker (Left) Lamp cover Remote sensor Speaker (Right) Air filter Ventilation (inlet) E – 3...
  • Page 14: Attaching The Lens Hood Cap To The Lens Hood With The Supplied String And Rivet

    Attaching the lens hood cap to the lens hood with the supplied string and rivet Lens hood cap 1. Thread the string through the hole on the lens hood cap. String 2. Use the rivet to attach the string to the bottom of the projector. Rivet Carrying the Projector Always carry your projector by the handle.
  • Page 15: Top Features

    Top Features 1. Power Button (ON / STAND BY) ( Use this button to turn the power on and off when the power is sup- plied and the projector is in standby mode. NOTE: To turn off the projector, press and hold this button for a minimum of two seconds.
  • Page 16: Front Terminal Panel (Right

    RGB 2 input source. 6. RGB 1 Input Connectors (BNC) Connect R,G,B,H (Horizontal sync) and V (Vertical sync) outputs of external equipment such as the NEC ISS-6020Switcher. If using a component with a combined sync (SYNC) output, connect it to the H/V terminal. When using...
  • Page 17: Front Terminal Panel (Left

    Press the PC Card Eject button. The CompactFlash card ejects partially, then remove. When the GT2150 is powered OFF the screen trigger stops sending a low voltage trigger to the screen controller and the screen will go up. NOTE: Screen Controllers are supplied and supported by screen manufactures.
  • Page 18: Remote Control Features

    Remote Control Features POWER MENU ADDRESS ENTER ADJUST IMAGE PICTURE WHITE BAL. PROJECTOR UNDO CANCEL TEST INFO. HELP POSITION PIXEL AUTO LENS MUTE SHUTTER PICTURE SOUND KEYSTONE AMPLITUDE ENTRYLIST MAGNIFY FOCUS ZOOM LENS 1. POWER ON Press this button to turn on the projector when the power is supplied and the projector is in standby mode.
  • Page 19 10. UNDO Press to return the adjustments and settings to the previous condition. While pressing and holding CTL, pressing this button clears the entire menus or adjustment/setting screen. At this time the adjustments/set- tings are stored in memory except the items on the setting screen with "OK"...
  • Page 20: Remote Control Precautions

    Remote Control Precautions • The remote control system may not function when direct sunlight or strong illumination strikes the remote control sensor of the main unit, or when there is an obstacle in the path. • When remote control buttons are pressed and held, projector’s func- tion keys may not operate.
  • Page 21: Using The Remote Control In Wired Operation

    Using the Remote Control in Wired Operation Connect one end of the supplied remote cable to the REMOTE 2 IN mini jack and the other end to the remote jack on the remote control. PC CARD REMOTE PC CONTROL REMOTE 1 SC.
  • Page 22: Installation

    2. INSTALLATION This section describes how to set up your GT2150 projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Setting Up Your GT2150 Projector Your GT2150 Projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: 1.
  • Page 23: Lens Shift Adjustable Range

    Lens Shift Adjustable Range Desktop/Front Vertical Normal position Ceiling/Front Normal position Vertical Horizontal Normal position Lens Shift Range for Desktop and Ceiling Mount Application The diagram below shows the location of the image position in the lens. The lens can be shifted within the shaded area as shown using the normal projection position as a starting point.
  • Page 24: Optional Lens Installation

    Optional Lens Installation This section describes how to install the lens. Before installation * Determine the optional lens to be used to obtain a desired projection distance. There are four optional lenses available: GT10RL (Fixed short throw lens) GT19ZL, GT13ZL and GT34ZL (Zoom lens) * Press the power button (ON/STAND BY) on the projector or POWER OFF button on the remote control, wait three minutes for the cooling fan to stop, then disconnect the power cable.
  • Page 25 3. Mount the lens unit on the projector and connect the extension cable attached to the projector. 1 Remove the lens cap from the rear end of the lens unit. 2 Insert the lens unit so that the 4 screws on the lens unit are properly lined up with the 4 holes on the lens mount. 3 Secure the 4 screws using the hexagonal driver.
  • Page 26: Setting Up For Double Stacking In Link Mode

    Setting up for Double Stacking in Link Mode C AR N TR R EM O TE , TR G ER DV I DI GI TA L DI GI TA L OU TP AN AL R/ Cr G/ Y H/ HV S- VID AU DI O OU...
  • Page 27: Projector Orientation

    Link Mode 6-6 This completes the Link Mode adjustment procedure. NOTE: The optional lenses for GT2150 have different geometrical distortions in wide zoom and tele. Select the best zoom position for stacking where the geo- metrical distortion is as small as possible. See page E-63 for the recommended throw distances and other notes.
  • Page 28 WARNING • 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 dam- aged.
  • Page 29: Basic Operation

    3. BASIC OPERATION Connecting the Power Cable and Turn on the Projector Before you turn on your projector, ensure that the computer or video source is turned on and that your lens hood cap is removed. 1. Connect the supplied power cable to the projector. Plug the supplied power cable in the wall outlet.
  • Page 30: About Startup Screen

    To turn off the projector: First press the Power (ON/STANDBY) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the remote control for a minimum of two seconds. The power indicator will glow orange. After the projector turns off, the cooling fans keep operating for three minutes.
  • Page 31: Set Up The Projector

    Set up the projector 1. Turn on the projector 2. Select your type of projection: Desktop front, ceiling rear, desktop rear, and ceiling front. 3. Display the test pattern by pressing the TEST button on the re- mote control or using the menu. TEST 4.
  • Page 32: Other Adjustments

    Other adjustments Rotate the projector to make the image square. Use keystone correction for proper adjustment. Rotate the four feet to make the image square to the screen. Each of the feet height can be changed up to 20 mm (0.78”) or at angles up to 3.5 degrees.
  • Page 33: Connections

    When used in standalone operation Connecting Your VCR Or Laser Disc Player Use common RCA cables (not provided) to connect your VCR or laser disc player to your GT2150 Projector. To make these connections, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your projector and VCR or laser disc player.
  • Page 34: Connecting Your Dvd Player With Component Output

    Connecting Your DVD Player with Component Output Use the optional Component V cable to connect your DVD player with the component output to your GT2150 Projector. To make these connections, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your projector and DVD player.
  • Page 35: Connecting Your Pc Or Macintosh Computer

    Connecting Your PC Or Macintosh Computer Connecting your PC or Macintosh computer to GT2150 Projector will enable you to project your computer's screen image for an impressive presentation. To connect to a PC or Macintosh : 1. Turn off the power to your projector and computer.
  • Page 36: Connecting A Pc With Dvi Output

    S - VIDEO AUDIO OUT Using OUTPUT Connectors You can connect a separate, external monitor to your GT2150 projec- tor to simultaneously view on a monitor the RGB analog, or compo- nent image you're projecting. To do so: 1. Turn off the power to your projector, monitor and computer.
  • Page 37: Connecting To A Single Workstation

    Connecting to a Single Workstation You can connect a workstation to your GT2150 projector. To do so: 1. Turn off the power to your projector and workstation. 2. Use a BNC x 5 cable to connect your workstation and the RGB 1 connectors on your projector.
  • Page 38: When Used With One Switcher (Iss-6020/Iss-6020G

    When Used with One Switcher (ISS-6020/ISS-6020G) Up to 10 input signals can be accepted when the projector is connected to one Switcher. Using the projector with the Switcher allows easy adjustment and signal selection. OUTPUT ANALOG RGB 1 R/Cr VIDEO 1 L/MONO R VIDEO 2 L/MONO...
  • Page 39: When Used With Two Or More Switchers (100 Inputs

    When Used with Two or More Switchers (100 Inputs) Up to 100 inputs can be accepted using the NEC ISS-6020 Switcher. How to make connections: 1 Connect the REMOTE 1 terminal of the master Switcher to the REMOTE 1 of the projector using the optional control cable (15p-15p/CTL-6010).
  • Page 40: Set The Dip Switch (S8601) Of The Switcher As Follows

    Set the DIP switch (S8601) of the Switcher as follows: NOTE: Slave numbers 1 to 10 must correspond to the master’s slot numbers 1 to 10. ISS-6020 Output to ISS-6020G Master The Projector Slave 1 Slot 1 of the Master Slave 2 Slot 2 of the Master Slave 3...
  • Page 41: Remote 1 Connector

    REMOTE 1 Connector This connector is used for either connecting the ISS-6020/ISS-6020G Switcher or a third party external control device. When the Switcher is used, connect it with the optional control cable (15-15 pin; 50 ft./16m; CTL-6010) to this connector. When used with the Switcher.
  • Page 42 When used in stand alone operation. Pin No. SHORT/OPEN 12pin 11pin 4,8,12,11 OPEN OPEN OPEN OPEN OPEN OPEN SHORT OPEN SHORT OPEN SHORT OPEN OPEN SHORT OPEN SHORT * When the combinations other than specified in the above table are selected, the input will be forcefully switched to RGB 1.
  • Page 43: Operating Multiple Projector With Remote Control

    Operating Multiple Projector with Remote Control You can operate multiple projectors with the same remote control in wireless operation. To do so: 1. Select [Projector Options] [Setup] [Page 5] [Projector ID] and assign an ID number to each projector. See also page E-50.
  • Page 44: Using The Pc Control Connectors

    Using the PC CONTROL connectors The Link mode function allows you to adjust or set multiple projectors using the DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT and the PC CONTROL connectors. Connection for Double Stacking in Link Mode Connect source equipment to the master projector. Master projector PC CONTROL Bi-directional RS-232C...
  • Page 45: Operation

    5. OPERATION This section describes how to select a computer or video source, ad- just the picture and sound, edit a signal and adjust all other settings and adjustments for proper projector set-up. General Controls Before you turn on the projector ensure that the computer or video source is turned on and that the lens hood cap is removed.
  • Page 46: Customizing Basic/Custom Menu

    Customizing Basic/Custom Menu The Basic/Custom menu can be customized to meet your requirements. Selecting a menu item from the “Basic/Custom Menu Edit” list, allows you to custom tailor the menu items to your needs. 1. Select “Basic/Custom Menu Edit” to display the “Basic/Custom Menu Edit”...
  • Page 47: List Of Direct Button Combinations

    List of Direct Button Combinations CTL+ SOURCE (1-10) CTL+ ENTER (While displaying Entry list) CTL+CANCEL CTL+ UNDO CTL+ While using zoom on remote control: CTL+ (BS) CTL+MUTE OSD SOURCE (1-10) in SW Level mode CTL+ MENU (ADDRESS) CTL+ IMAGE (PROJECTOR) CTL+ POSITION (LENS) CTL+ KEYSTONE (R) CTL+ AMPLITUDE (G)
  • Page 48: Menu Tree

    Menu tree When Switcher Control is turned on: Switcher Advanced Menu Entry List Source Select Adjust (Source) Standalone Volume 1. RGB1 Ref Adj 2. RGB2 Factory Default 3. DVI (DIGITAL) Projector Options 4. Video1 Help 5. Video2 Test Pattern 6. S-Video 7.
  • Page 49 Keystone Advanced Menu Lamp Mode Source Select Ref. White Bal. Adjust (Source) Volume All Data / Current Signal Ref Adj Including Entry List Factory Default Projector Options Help Timer Test Pattern Menu Setup Link Mode Switcher Control LAN Mode Contents Source Information Projector Information Cross Hatch, Gray Bars...
  • Page 50: Menu Elements

    Menu Elements Title bar Highlight Radio button Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Title bar: Indicates the menu title. Highlight: Indicates the selected menu or item. Solid triangle: Indicates further choices are available. A highlighted triangle indicates the item is active. Tab: Indicates a group of features in a dialog box.
  • Page 51: Menu Descriptions & Functions

    Menu Descriptions & Functions Source Select Enables you to select a video source such as a VCR, DVD player, laser disc player, computer or document camera depending on what is connected to your inputs. Press the up/down buttons on your remote control or the projector cabi- net to highlight the menu for the item you want to project.
  • Page 52: Selecting A New Signal That Is Close To One Of The Listed Signals In Horizontal And Vertical Frequency

    Select "List" and press ENTER to display the direct Key assign- ment list. Select "OK" and press ENTER to close the window. To close the List window, press CANCEL on the remote. Selecting a new signal that is close to one of the listed signals in horizontal and vertical fre- quency Selecting a new signal that is close to one of the listed signals in hori-...
  • Page 53: White Balance

    White Balance Color Temperature This feature adjusts the color temperature using the slide bar. Move the slide bar to the right to increase the color temperature for a bluish image; to the left to decrease it for a reddish image. Brightness Brightness for each color (RGB) is used to adjust the black level of the screen.
  • Page 54: Video Filter

    Video Filter This feature reduces video noise. Select the appropriate filter for your signal. Bar 0 ... Off Bar 1/3 ... High Bar 2/3 ... Medium Bar full ... Low Blanking This feature allows you to mask any unwanted area of the screen image.
  • Page 55: Option Adj

    Option Adj Clamp Timing: According to the signal, this function sets the detection position (i.e., clamp position) of the black level reproduction of the analog input signal. Normally this is not used. (1080P is set as the default) Auto ... This is the normal setting. Tri-Sync ...
  • Page 56: Lamp Mode

    NOTE: 1) With the projector aimed directly at the screen the maximum keystone angle that can be corrected is +/-30 degrees for RGB signal and +/-15 degrees for the other signals. 2) When "Resolution" is set to "Native", this feature is not available, and the stored settings and adjustments are invalid.
  • Page 57: Sleep Timer

    5. To enable your setting, select Active on the Execute Switch. 6. Select OK and press the ENTER button on the remote control to complete the setting. NOTE: When On Timer is set and the projector is in the standby mode, the Status indicator flashes green to show that On Timer program is active.
  • Page 58: Display Select/Date Format/Date, Time Preset Page 3

    [Page 2] Display Select: You can choose the desired status information to be displayed on the screen. The desired status information will be displayed each time you switch between sources. Date Format: Eight display formats can be selected. This date format sets the cur- rent date that appears on the upper left corner of the screen.
  • Page 59: Remote Sensor

    When "Auto Adjust" is turned on, the projector automatically deter- mines the best resolution for the current RGB input signal to project an image using NEC's Advanced AccuBlend Intelligent Pixel Blend- ing Technology. The image can be automatically adjusted for position and stability;...
  • Page 60: Power Off Confirmation/Keystone Save/Built-In Speaker/Lamp Off Mode/Last Memory/User Name Page 5

    Power Management When this option is on and there is no RGB input for five minutes or more, the projector will automatically turn itself off. Power Off Confirmation This option determines whether a confirmation dialog for turning off the projector will appear or not. Keystone Save This option enables you to save your current keystone settings.
  • Page 61: Switcher Control

    Switcher Control This feature sets the projector in communication with the NEC ISS- 6020 Switchers. Stand Alone ... Use the projector in stand alone operation. SW 1 Level ... Use the projector with one Switcher. (not available in Link mode) SW 2 Level ...
  • Page 62: Maintenance

    : Eco mode) of use, the lamp bulb may shatter, and pieces of glass may be scattered in the lamp housing. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your NEC dealer for lamp replacement.
  • Page 63: Cleaning Or Replacing The Filter

    Cleaning or Replacing the Filter The air-filter sponge keeps the inside of the MultiSync GT2150 Projec- tor free from dust or dirt and should be cleaned after every 100 hours of operation (more often in dusty conditions). If the filter is dirty or clogged, your projector may overheat.
  • Page 64: Remplacement De La Lampe

    Ne les touchez pas car elles peuvent vous blesser. Dans ce cas, contactez votre revendeur NEC afin de procéder au remplacement de la lampe. Pour remplacer la lampe: 1.
  • Page 65: Nettoyage Ou Remplacement Du Filtre

    Nettoyage ou remplacement du filtre Le coussin éponge du filtre à air maintient l’intérieur du projecteur GT2150 à l’abri de la poussière ou de la saleté et doit être nettoyé toutes les 100 heures d’utilisation (plus souvent dans les endroits poussiéreux).
  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Power/ Status Light Messages Condition Standby Normal ON-Timer setting Cooling down Lamp in Normal mode Lamp in Eco mode 3 minutes after lamp is turned on in Eco mode Lamp has reached its end of life (1500 hours or over)
  • Page 67: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS This section provides technical information about the GT2150 Projector’s performance. Model Number GT2150 Optical LCD Panel 1.3" p-Si TFT active-matrix with Micro Lens Array, 1366 1024 native resolution up to 1600 1200 with Advanced AccuBlend Technology Lamp 250 W NSH lamp...
  • Page 68: Mechanical

    LCD panels are inherently susceptible to bad pixels. The LCD panel may have pixel failures at the rate of 0.01% or less. We provide information about our projectors through the World Wide Web at http://www.nec-pj.com/ The specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 69: Appendix

    9. Appendix Cabinet Dimensions 7.7" (195) 8.2" (209) Optional Accessories Lens Optional lens (Fixed short throw: 1.0) Optional lens (Zoom: 1.3 – 1.6) Optional lens (Zoom: 1.8 – 2.4) Optional lens (Zoom: 3.4 – 5.2) Lamp Replacement lamp Ceiling Mount Kit for ceiling mount installation Expansion module LAN module Remote Control...
  • Page 70: D-Sub Pin Assignments

    D-Sub Pin Assignments Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector (RGB2) Signal Level Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal : TTL level Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) Green or Sync on Green Blue Ground Ground Red Ground Green Ground Blue Ground No Connection Sync Signal Ground Ground...
  • Page 71: Compatible Input Signal List

    Compatible Input Signal List Signal Name Resolution (H V) Video (NTSC) Video (PAL/SECAM) Video (HDTV) 1280 1920 1920 1920 IBM PC or Compatibles 1024 1024 1024 1024 1152 1280 1280 1280 1280 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 Apple Macintosh 1024 1152 1280 1280...
  • Page 72: List Of Menu Items Available On Link Mode

    List of Menu Items Available on Link Mode See the table below for available functions in the digital link mode and the analog link mode. Function Menu Source Select Adjust(Source) Picture White Balance Image Video Adj Option Adj Signal Type Switcher Volume Ref Adj...
  • Page 73: Pc Control Codes

    1. Note : Gravity Stacking Two GT2150 Projectors The optional lenses for GT2150 have different geometrical distortions in wide zoom and tele. Select the best zoom position for stacking where the geometrical distortion is as small as possible. The recommended throw distances are as follows:...
  • Page 74 Printed in Japan 7N8P0631...

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