NEC VT670 User Manual

NEC VT670 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Portable Projector VT670/VT570/VT470/VT47 User’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Safety Cautions

    Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC VT670/VT570/VT470/VT47 Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the bottom of your projector. Record it here: CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet.
  • Page 3 The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by NEC Solutions (America), Inc. in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regulation could void your right to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 4 6. Do not cover the lens with the supplied lens cap or equivalent while the projector is on. Doing so can lead to melting of the cap and possibly burning your hands due to the heat emitted from the light output.
  • Page 5 If this happens, contact your NEC dealer for lamp replacement. • Allow a minimum of 30 seconds to elapse after turning off the projector. Then turn off the main power switch, disconnect the power cable and allow 60 minutes to cool the projector before replacing the lamp.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    What's in the Box? ... 1 Introduction to the Projector ... 2 Part Names of the Projector ... 4 Attaching the Supplied Carrying Handle (VT670/VT470 only) ... 5 Top Features ... 6 Terminal Panel Features ... 7 Part Names of the Remote Control ... 8 VT670/VT470 ...
  • Page 7 4. Convenient Features ... Turning Off the Image and Sound ... 33 Freezing a Picture (VT670/VT470 only) ... 33 Enlarging and Moving a Picture (VT670/VT470 only) ... 33 Using the Remote Mouse Function (VT670/VT470 only) ... 34 5. Using On-Screen Menu ...
  • Page 8: Important Information

    1. Introduction What's in the Box? Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer. Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your projector. Projector Lens cap...
  • Page 9: Introduction To The Projector

    (desktop or notebook), VCR, DVD player, document camera, or a laser disc player. You can use the projector on a tabletop or cart, you can use the projector to project images from behind the screen, and the projector can be permanently mounted on a ceiling* Do not attempt to mount the projector on a ceiling yourself.
  • Page 10 The remote mouse receiver supports almost any PC using a USB connection (VT670 and VT470). • You can control the projector with a PC or control system using the PC Control port. • The contemporary cabinet design is light, compact, easy to carry, and complements any office, boardroom or auditorium.
  • Page 11: Part Names Of The Projector

    Part Names of the Projector Front/Top Zoom Lever (VT670/VT570/VT470) Digital Zoom Button (VT47) (See page 28) Focus Ring (See page 28) Remote sensor (See page for VT670/VT470) (See page for VT570/VT47) Lens Lens Cap This security slot supports the MicroSaver ® Security System. MicroSaver ® is a registered trademark of Kensington Microware Inc.
  • Page 12: Attaching The Supplied Carrying Handle (Vt670/Vt470 Only)

    To attach the supplied carrying handle, use the supplied flathead screwdriver and two screws. Place a soft cloth on the working surface before turning the projector over to prevent scratching the top cover. Make sure that the carrying handle is attached with correct orientation as shown below.
  • Page 13: Top Features

    Use this button to turn the power on and off when the main power is supplied and the projector is in standby mode. To turn on the projector, press and hold this button for a minimum of two seconds. To turn off the projector, press this button twice.
  • Page 14: Terminal Panel Features

    5. PC CONTROL Port (DIN 8 Pin) Use this port to connect a PC or control system. This enables you to control the projector using serial com- munication protocol. If you are writing your own pro- gram, typical PC control codes are on page 65.
  • Page 15: Part Names Of The Remote Control

    2. POWER ON Button When the main power is on, you can use this button to turn your projector on. NOTE: To turn on the projector, press and hold the POWER ON button for a minimum of two seconds. 3. POWER OFF Button You can use this button to turn your projector off.
  • Page 16 POWER MAGNIFY PIC-MUTE PAGE DOWN MENU ENTER EXIT L-CLICK R-CLICK MOUSE VIDEO COMPUTER AUTO ADJ. S-VIDEO VOLUME ASPECT HELP PICTURE FREEZE 16. AUTO ADJ. Button Use this button to adjust an RGB source for an opti- mal picture. See page 31. 17.
  • Page 17: Battery Installation

    • The projector will not respond if there are objects between the remote control and the sensor, or if strong light falls on the sensor. Weak batteries will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector.
  • Page 18: Vt570/Vt47

    To turn on the projector, press and hold this button for a minimum of two seconds. To turn off the projector, press this button once to display the confirmation message and then press the POWER button or EN- TER button.
  • Page 19: Battery Installation

    • The infrared signal operates by line-of-sight up to a distance of about 22 feet/7 m and within a 60-degree angle of the remote sensor on the projector cabinet. • The projector will not respond if there are objects between the remote control and the sensor, or if strong light falls on the sensor.
  • Page 20: Installation And Connections

    21" (0.53 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 29 inches (0.73 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" (7.6 m) when the projector is about 393 inches (10 m) from the wall or screen.
  • Page 21 25" (0.64 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 23 inches (0.6 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" (7.6 m) when the projector is about 287 inches (7.3 m) from the wall or screen.
  • Page 22: Vt670/Vt570/Vt470

    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. Distance Chart Screen Width Screen Height Throw Angle ( ) VT670/VT570/VT470 Screen Size...
  • Page 23 Reflecting the Image Using a mirror to reflect your projector's image enables you to enjoy a much larger image. Contact your NEC dealer if you need a mirror system. If you're using a mir- ror system and your image is inverted, use the MENU and SELECT buttons on your projector cabinet or your remote control to correct the orientation.
  • Page 24: Making Connections

    Usually, the combination of the ‘Fn” key along with one of the 12 function keys gets the external display to come on or off. For example, NEC laptops use Fn + F3, while Dell laptops use Fn + F8 key combinations to toggle through external display selections.
  • Page 25: To Connect Scart Output (Rgb)

    SCART is a standard European audio-visual connector for TVs, VCRs and DVD players. It is also referred to as Euro-connector. NOTE: The ADP-SC1 SCART adapter is obtainable from your NEC dealer in Europe. Contact your NEC dealer in Europe for more information.
  • Page 26: Connecting An External Monitor

    1. Turn off the power to your projector, monitor and computer. 2. Use an RGB/VGA cable to connect your monitor to the MONITOR OUT (Mini D-Sub 15 pin) connector on your projector. 3. Connect the supplied power cable. See page 22.
  • Page 27: Connecting Your Dvd Player With Component Output

    Component video RCA 3 cable (not supplied) You can connect your projector to a DVD player with component output or Video output. To do so, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your projector and DVD player. 2. If your DVD player has the component video (Y,Cb,Cr) output, use a commercially available component video cable (RCA 3) and the optional 15-pin-to-RCA (female) 3 cable to connect your DVD player to the COMPUTER IN connector on the projector.
  • Page 28: Connecting Your Vcr Or Laser Disc Player

    VCR or laser disc player, connect the other end to the appropriate video input on your projector. Connect one end of a pair RCA cables (not supplied) to the audio output on the back of your VCR or laser disc player, connect the other end to your audio equipment or to the appropriate audio input on the projector.
  • Page 29: Connecting The Supplied Power Cable

    Connecting the Supplied Power Cable Connect the supplied power cable to the projector. First connect the supplied power cable's two-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cable in the wall outlet.
  • Page 30: Projecting An Image (Basic Operation)

    Turning on the Projector NOTE: • The projector has two power switches: a main power switch and a POWER (ON/STAND BY) button (POWER ON and OFF on the remote control of VT670/VT470 and POWER on the remote control of VT570/VT47).
  • Page 31: Note On Startup Screen (Menu Language Select Screen)

    44. NOTE: Immediately after turning on the projector, screen flicker may occur. This is not a fault. Wait 3 to 5 minutes until the lamp lighting is stabilized. When the Lamp mode is set to Eco, the LAMP indicator will light green.
  • Page 32: Selecting A Source

    Selecting a Source Selecting the computer or video source NOTE: Turn on the computer or VCR connected to the projector. Using the cabinet buttons Press any one of the COMPUTER 1/2 (COMPUTER button on VT47), VIDEO and S-VIDEO buttons. The corresponding indicator will light green.
  • Page 33 Detecting the Signal Automatically Press and hold the SOURCE button for a minimum of 1 second, the projector will search for the next available input source. Each time you press and hold the SOURCE button for a minimum of 1 second, the...
  • Page 34: Adjusting The Picture Size And Position

    Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Place your projector on a flat level surface and ensure that the projector is square to the screen. Lift the front edge of the projector to center the image vertically. If the projected image does not appear square to the screen then use the Keystone feature for proper adjustment.
  • Page 35 Use the ZOOM lever to finely adjust the image size on the screen. VT47 VT47 Use the Digital ZOOM button on the projector cabinet to electronically enlarge or reduce the image size. NOTE: Digital Zoom can cause result in a blurry image because zooming is made electronically.
  • Page 36: Correcting Keystone Distortion

    The Auto Keystone correction feature will correct the vertical distortion of a projected image on the screen. No special operation required. Just put the projector on a flat surface. Note that the vertical keystone angle can be corrected between 30 degrees upward and 30 degrees downward of projector tilt from level.
  • Page 37 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 5. Press the MENU button to close the menu. NOTE: You can save the changes using the Keystone Save feature when you turn off the projector. See page 42.
  • Page 38: Optimizing Rgb Picture Automatically

    • If the Auto Adjust operation cannot optimize the RGB signal, try to adjust Horizontal/Vertical Position Clock and Phase manually. See page 48. Turning Up or Down Volume Increase volume Decrease volume Decrease volume 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) VT670/VT570/VT470 VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPUTER-1 COMPUTER-2 AUTO ADJ. VT670/VT470...
  • Page 39: Turning Off The Projector

    2. Disconnect any other cables. 3. Retract adjustable tilt feet if extended. 4. Cover the lens with the lens cap. 5. Put the projector and its accessories in the supplied soft carrying case. 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) LAMP...
  • Page 40: Convenient Features

    To move the magnified image, use the SELECT button. 2. Return the image to the original size. NOTE: The optional remote control PR52 (RD-408E) allows you to use this feature on VT570 and VT47. (VT670/VT470 only) (VT670/VT470 only) VT670/VT470 VT570/VT47...
  • Page 41: Using The Remote Mouse Function (Vt670/Vt470 Only)

    PAGE UP/DOWN Button: scrolls the viewing area of the window or to move to the previous or next slide in PowerPoint on your computer. / Mouse Buttons: moves the mouse cursor on your computer. MOUSE L-CLICK Button: works as the mouse left button. MOUSE R-CLICK Button: works as the mouse right button. (VT670/VT470 only) Computer 7m/22 feet 30˚ 30˚...
  • Page 42: Using On-Screen Menu

    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 projector cabinet to display the Menu. 2. Press the SELECT buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to highlight the menu for the item you want to adjust or set.
  • Page 43 4. Use the SELECT buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to select the item you want to adjust or set. 5. Adjust the level or turn the selected item on or off by using SELECT buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet.
  • Page 44: Menu Elements

    Menu Elements Highlight Source Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Title ... Indicates the menu title. Highlight ... Indicates the selected menu or item. Source ... Indicates the currently selected source. Remaining countdown time ... Indicates the remaining countdown time when the Off Timer is preset. Solid triangle ...
  • Page 45: List Of Menu Items

    List of Menu Items Picture Wall Color Off, Blackboard, Light yellow, Light green, Light blue, Sky blue, Light rose, Pink Picture Management Presentation, Video, Movie, Graphic, sRGB User Base Setting Gamma Correction Brightness R,G,B Contrast R,G,B Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Image Auto Keystone On, Off...
  • Page 46 Information Page1 Remaining Lamp Time, Lamp Hour Meter, Filter Usage, Projector Usage, BIOS Version, Firmware Version, Data Version Page2 Source Index, Horizontal Frequency, Vertical Frequency, Sync Polarity Signal Type, Video Type, Sync Type, Interlace Default Factory Default Current Signal All Data...
  • Page 47: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Picture]

    Menu Descriptions & Functions [Picture] Using the Wall Color Correction [Wall Color] This function allows for quick adaptive color correction in applications where the screen material is not white. The following eight options are available. • OFF • Blackboard • Light yellow •...
  • Page 48 NOTE: When “sRGB”, “Graphic”, “Video” or “Movie” is selected, the brightness decreases slightly when compared to “Presenta- tion”. This is not a malfunction. User Adjust (when using User) When selecting user adjustable presetting (User), the submenu will be displayed. You can customize each gamma or color. To do so, first select “User” and press the ENTER button, and then proceed the following steps.
  • Page 49: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Image]

    Copyright Please note that using this projector for the purpose of commercial gain or the attraction of public attention in a venue such as a coffee shop or hotel and employing compression or expansion of the screen image with a "Aspect Ratio" setting may raise concern about the infringement of copyrights which are protected by copyright law.
  • Page 50: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Setup]

    • To cancel the preset time, select “Off” for the preset time or turn off the power. • When the remaining time reaches 3 minutes before the projector is turned off, the “Projector will turn off in 3 minutes” message will be displayed on the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 51 Selecting Menu Display Time [Menu Display Time] This option allows you to select how long the projector waits after the last touch of a button to turn off the menu. The preset choices are “Manual”, “Auto 5 sec”, “Auto 15 sec”, and “Auto 45 sec”. The “Auto 45 sec” is the factory preset.
  • Page 52: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Advanced]

    Security A keyword can be set for your projector to avoid operation by an unauthorized user using the Menu. 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.
  • Page 53 2. Type in your keyword and press the ENTER button. When the correct keyword is entered, the Security function will be disabled. When the Security function is enabled and the projector is turned on, the projector will display a blue background.
  • Page 54 DVD player. Normally select “RGB/Component” and the projector automatically detects a compo- nent signal. However there may be some component signals that the projector is unable to detect. If this is the case, select “Component”. Select “Scart” in Computer 1 (Computer on VT47) for the European Scart signal.
  • Page 55 (Advanced Page 2) Enabling Power Management [Power Management] When this option is on and there is no input for five minutes or more, the projector will automatically turn itself off. Turning On Noise Reduction [Noise Reduction] Reduces video noise. Select “On” to enable the Noise Reduction feature.
  • Page 56: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Information]

    When the remaining lamp time reaches 0, the Remaining Lamp Time bar indicator changes from 0% to 100 Hours and starts counting down. If the remaining lamp time reaches 0 hours, the projector will not turn on regardless of whether the lamp mode is set to Normal or Eco.
  • Page 57: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Default]

    ENTER button. NOTE: The projector will turn off and go into standby mode after 2100 hours (up to 3100 hours in Eco mode) of service. If this happens, do the following while in standby condition to clear values for the Lamp Hour Meter: For VT670/VT470 press the HELP button on the remote control for a minimum of 10 seconds.
  • Page 58: Maintenance

    Cleaning or Replacing the Filter The air-filter sponge keeps dust and dirt from getting inside the projector 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 59: Cleaning The Cabinet And The Lens

    NOTE: Do not wash the filter with soap and water. Soap and water will damage the filter membrane. Before replacing the filter, remove dust and dirt from the projector cabinet. Keep out dust and dirt during filter replacement. NOTE: When you replace the lamp, it is also wise to replace the filter. The filter comes in the same package with your replacement lamp.
  • Page 60: Replacing The Lamp

    3000 hours in Eco mode) of use, the lamp bulb may shatter, and pieces of glass may be scattered in the lamp case. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your NEC dealer for lamp replacement.
  • Page 61 4. Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket. CAUTION Do not use a lamp other than the NEC replacement lamp VT75LP (VT670/VT470) or VT70LP (VT570/VT47). Order this from your NEC dealer. Secure it in place with the two screws.
  • Page 62 [Clear Lamp Hour Meter] to reset the lamp usage hours. NOTE: When the lamp exceeds 2100 hours (up to 3100 hours in Eco mode) of service, the projector cannot turn on and the menu is not displayed. If this happens, do the following while in standby condition to clear values for the Remaining Lamp Time and the Lamp Hour Meter: For VT670/VT470 press the HELP button on the remote control for a minimum of 10 seconds.
  • Page 63: Appendix

    7. Appendix Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator Condition Blinking light Green Orange Steady light Green Orange Status Indicator Indicator Condition Blinking light Green...
  • Page 64 • Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly. See page 54. • Check to see if the projector has overheated or the lamp usage exceeds 2100 hours (up to 3100 hours : Eco mode). If there is insufficient ventilation around the projector or if the room where you’re presenting is par- ticularly warm, move the projector to a cooler location.
  • Page 65 Usually, the combination of the ‘Fn” key along with one of the 12 function keys gets the external display to come on or off. For example, NEC laptops use Fn + F3, while Dell laptops use Fn + F8 key combinations to toggle through external display selections.
  • Page 66: Specifications

    External Control Sync Compatibility Built-in Speaker * Effective pixels are more than 99.99%. VT670/VT570/VT470/VT47 0.7" p-Si TFT active-matrix (with Micro Lens Array on VT670 only) VT670/VT570: 1024 768 pixels* native, up to UXGA with Advanced AccuBlend VT470: 800 600 pixels* native, up to UXGA with Advanced AccuBlend...
  • Page 67 The specifications are subject to change without notice. 100 - 240V AC, 50 / 60 Hz VT670/VT470: 2.7 - 1.4A (100 - 240V AC) VT570/VT47: 2.1 - 1.2A (100 - 240V AC) VT670/VT470: 8W in Standby mode / 250W in Lamp Normal mode / 200W in Lamp Eco mode...
  • Page 68: Cabinet Dimensions

    Cabinet Dimensions VT670/VT570/VT470 MONITOR L/MONO CONTROL AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO AUDIO L/MONO COMPUTER AUDIO COMPUTER VIDEO ADJ. AUTO ON/STAND SELECT COMPUTER-2 COMPUTER-1 S-VIDEO VIDEO POWER STATUS LAMP FOCUS 294 (11.6) 71.5 (2.8) Lens center 7. Appendix ZOOM Lens center Unit: mm (inch)
  • Page 69: Vt47

    VT47 MONITOR CONTROL S-VIDEO L/MONO COMPUTER AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO ADJ. AUTO ON/STAND SELECT COMPUTER S-VIDEO VIDEO POWER STATUS LAMP ZOOM FOCUS 294 (11.6) Lens center 71.5 (2.8) 7. Appendix ZOOM Lens center Unit: mm (inch)
  • Page 70: Pin Assignments Of D-Sub Computer Input Connector

    Blue Ground No Connection Sync Signal Ground SCART Sync Bi-directional DATA (SDA)* Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync Vertical Sync Data Clock* * Only COMPUTER 1 input connector supported on VT670/VT570/VT470. 7. Appendix YCbCr Signal Cr Ground Y Ground Cb Ground...
  • Page 71: Compatible Input Signal List

    DVD YCbCr DVD YCbCr # : Images in above flagged with # are compressed with Advanced AccuBlend on VT670/VT570. @ : Images in above flagged with @ are compressed with Advanced AccuBlend on VT470/VT47. * : Images in above flagged with * are not supported on VT47.
  • Page 72: Pc Control Codes And Cable Connection

    PC Control Codes and Cable Connection PC Control Codes (VT670/VT570/VT470) Function Code Data POWER ON POWER OFF INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 1 INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 2 INPUT SELECT VIDEO INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO PICTURE MUTE ON PICTURE MUTE OFF SOUND MUTE ON...
  • Page 73 7. Appendix PC Control Connector (DIN-8P) To RxD of PC To GND of PC To TxD of PC NOTE: Pins 2, 3, 5, 6 and 8 are used inside the projector.
  • Page 74: Optional Presentation Remote Control Kit (Pr52Kit)

    Optional Presentation Remote Control Kit (PR52KIT) The PR52KIT is an optional remote control kit for operating your NEC projector and performing your computer mouse operations. Package List • RD-408E remote control unit ... 1 • AAA batteries ... 2 • Mouse receiver ... 1 • User's manual ... 1...
  • Page 75 11. Mouse Button In Mouse mode*, this button works as your computer mouse. In Projector mode, this button is used for projector’s menu operation and moving the magnified image. 12. ENTER Button Executes your menu selection and activates items se- lected from the menu.
  • Page 76 • The infrared signal operates by line-of-sight up to a distance of about 22 feet/7 m and within a 60-degree angle of the remote sensor on the projector cabinet. • The projector will not respond if there are objects between the remote control and the sensor, or if strong light falls on the sensor.
  • Page 77 Using the Laser Pointer You can use the laser to draw your audience's attention to a red dot that you can place on any object. CAUTION: • Do not look into the laser pointer while it is on. • Do not point the laser beam at a person. •...
  • Page 78: Troubleshooting Check List

    Video and Audio No image is displayed from your PC or video equipment to the projector. Still no image even though you connect the projector to the PC first, then start the PC. Enabling your notebook PC’s signal output to the projector.
  • Page 79 Vertical synch frequency Synch polarity Synch type STATUS Indicator: Steady light Flashing light Remote control model number: Projector Signal cable NEC standard or other manufacturer’s cable? Model number: Distribution amplifier Model number: Switcher Model number: Adapter Model number: Installation environment...
  • Page 80: Travelcare

    TravelCare Guide TravelCare - a service for international travelers This product is eligible for "TravelCare", NEC's unique international war- ranty. Please note that TravelCare coverage differs in part from coverage un- der the warranty included with the product. Services offered with TravelCare...
  • Page 81 +886 2 8500 1420 Email Address: nickliao@nec.com.tw WEB Address: http://www.nec.com.tw (Regions Covered) Taiwan NEC Solutions Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd Address: 401 Commonwealth Drive, #07-02, Haw Par Technocentre, Singapore 149598 Telephone: +65 6 273 8333 Fax Line: +65 6 274 2226 Email Address: tehgh@rsc.ap.nec.com.sg...
  • Page 82 Date: TO: NEC or NEC's Authorized Service Station: (Company & Name with signature) Dear Sir (s), I would like to apply your TravelCare Service Program based on attached registration and qualification sheet and agree with your following conditions, and also the Service fee will be charged to my credit card account, if I don't return the Loan units within the specified period.
  • Page 83 3) Any fault in the attachments or associated products or components (whether or not supplied by NEC or its agents which do not form part of the Product covered by this warranty); 4) Any act of God, fire, flood, war, act of violence or any similar occur- rence;...

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