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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Information About this User Guide Safety 3D Content Environment Notice Introduction Key Features and benefits System Components Optional Accessories Overview Remote Control Connections Installation Location Mounting Connections Switching On and Off Temperature LED indicator Operation Viewing 3D Content 3D Menu Input Menu Main Menu Image Display System Setup Compatibility Modes How to install a bracket to the NERO Troubleshooting Specifications Projection Distances Dimensions NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 3: Important Information

    Do not touch internal parts of the projector Inside the housing there are electrical parts carrying dangerously high voltages and parts operating at high temperature. Never open the housing. Entrust all servicing and repair work to a SIM2 Authorized Service Center. Opening the housing voids the warranty. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply The device that disconnects the projector from the mains is the power plug. Ensure that the power cord plugs and the electrical outlets are easily accessible during installation operations. Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the projector from...
  • Page 4 procedure. Should this not happen, for example due to a power cut, the projector may enter a state of protection that leads to switch-on being blocked. This block will last until the internal components of the projector have completely cooled down. Be careful with cables Make sure cables are routed so that people are not impeded or become a trip hazard. Keep all cables away from children. Install the projector as close to the wall socket as possible. Avoid stepping on power cords, make certain they do not become tangled, and never jerk or tug them; do not expose them to sources of heat, and make sure they do not become knotted or crimped. If the power cords become damaged, stop using the projector and request the assistance of an authorized technician. Disconnect the projector from the mains power during electrical storms and when not in use To prevent damage from lightning strikes in the vicinity, disconnect the projector during storms or when the projector is going to be left unused for a long time.
  • Page 5: Content

    This product contains materials derived from natural resources during its manufacture. It may contain materials that constitute a health and environmental hazard. To prevent harmful materials from being released into the environment and to promote the use of natural materials, SIM2 provides the following information regarding the disposal and recycling of the product. Waste electrical and electronic materials (WEEE) should never be disposed of in normal urban waste disposal facilities.
  • Page 6: Notice

    When you no longer wish to use your electrical and electronic equipment, • take it to your local waste disposal facility for recycling. You may return your old equipment to your SIM2 Authorized Dealer free of • charge when you buy a new product that is equivalent or has the same functions as the old one. Contact SIM2 to find your local dealer.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Get perfectly calibrated picture quality most fitting to the physical setting of your room. The NERO1 comes equipped with a full colour management system, giving you the flexibility to choose between 5 preset colour gamuts (Native, HDTV, SMPTE-C, and Cinema SIM2), 6 colour temperatures (D50, D65, D83, D93 and Native) or alternatively, fine tune intensity and x/y co-ordinates of primary and secondary colours for ultimate calibration precision. NERO1...
  • Page 8: System Components

    This remarkable combination makes it easier to position the projector in your viewing room and allows a wider range of screen size options. System Components Your NERO1 projector ships with the following items: 1 x backlit remote control unit (with two AAA/LR03 batteries) • 1 x AC power cord - 2 m (6.6 ft.) long • 1 x Quick Start Guide • 1 x User Guide (this document) • 5 Spacer (4 PCS 25 mm length, 1 PCS 35 mm length – see page 50 for details) • If any items are missing or damaged, contact your SIM2 Authorized Dealer as soon as possible. Keep the original packaging in case anything has to be shipped. Optional Accessories Projector universal bracket (UNIBRKMB) • PANAMORPH & ISCO Anamorphic lens systems (static or motorized) • VISUSRF-BOX (8 SIM2 Visus 3D RF glasses) • VISUSRF-SYSTEM (7 SIM2 Visus 3D RF glasses and 1 RF emitter for SIM2 Visus 3D • RF glasses) VISUSRF-SYSTEM-ACC (4 SIM2 Visus 3D RF glasses and 1 RF emitter for SIM2 Visus • 3D RF glasses) NERO1...
  • Page 9: Overview

    3 Overview Remote Control Power Off Power On Brightness Gamma Contrast Advanced CMS LED Brightness 16:9 4:3 Letter Box Native Pure Engine 3D Format Arrows for Menu Enter Menu Mode HDMI Link Re-Sync HDMI 1 YPbPr VGA Video HDMI 2 NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 10 Power Off Turn Off the projector Power On Turn On the projector Brightness Adjust the brightness of the image Gamma Set up gamma curve type Contrast Control the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture Advanced Display or exit the “IMAGE | Advanced” menu CMS CMS (Color Management System) – Select one of the colors (R/G/B/C/M/Y) to adjust its x/y offset and brightness LED Brightness Increase/Decrease the luminance of the image 16:9 Scale the image at a 16:9 (1920x1080) aspect ratio 4:3 Scale the image at a 4:3 (1440x1080) aspect ratio Letter Box Enable the viewing of the letterboxed non-anamorphically enhanced movie at full screen width. Part of the original image will be lost if the image aspect ratio is less than 2.35:1 Native The input source will be displayed without scaling Pure Engine The PureEngine is a collection of advanced image processing technologies that enhances the quality of the displayed image. 3D Format Manually select a 3D mode that matches your 3D content Arrows for Menu Four directional select keys – use these menu arrows to select items or make adjustments to your selection Enter Confirm your item selection Menu Display or exit the on-screen display menus for projector Mode Select a display mode for optimized settings for different applications...
  • Page 11 If you are using a remote control with learning capabilities, use the projector • remote control to teach the commands to your remote. If you are using a programmable remote control, the setup software probably • allows importing of Pronto Hex codes. See SIM2 NERO1 IR Control for a list of all the projector codes in Pronto Hex format, including a number of discrete codes for: Aspects •...
  • Page 12 Batteries To install batteries in the remote control: Open the battery cover. • Insert two AAA (LR03) batteries making sure the polarities match the + marks • inside the battery compartment. Replace the cover. • Replace the batteries with new ones when the operating range of the remote control decreases. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Make sure you do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the batteries paying attention to the positive pole.
  • Page 13: Connections

    Connections B M Inputs HDMI 1 Accept both HDMI and DVI digital video inputs. HDMI 2 D Graphics RGB One D-Sub 15-pin female connector. Accepts component or RGB high-definition signals. Components/RGB-HV Four RCA connectors. They accept both standard and high-definition component (YPrPb) and RGB-HV signals. Also used as RGB input for SCART RGBS signals. F Video One RCA connector. Accepts composite video signals. Also used as composite sync input for SCART RGBS signals.
  • Page 14: Installation

    4 Installation This section provides instructions for the installation of the NEOR3 projector. Important: Installation procedures should be performed by a qualified AV system specialist. Location When installing the NERO1 projector, take the following considerations into account. Installation Type Select the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear projection • floor or ceiling mount • Cooling Make sure that the planned location for the projector has adequate ventilation. Check that room temperature is below 35° C and that the projector is away from heating vents. Ensure a minimum 0.20 m (5 in.) clearance on the left, right and rear sides of the projector.
  • Page 15: Mounting

    The NERO1 projector has been design to be submit the EN60950/UL950 Safety Norms with it's glass cabinet. Nevertheless, even if the best materials and adhesives available in the market, in order to guarantee a safe application on the long long run, exclusively for the ceiling mounting applications, SIM2 has equipped the projector with glass safety screw that are aesthetic parts of its cabinet (see D, E at page 11) To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.
  • Page 16 Ceiling Mounting Invert the projector and suspend it from the ceiling using a specific bracket. To fit the bracket unscrew and remove the 4 elevator feet • Attach bracket by using 4 x M6 screws not exceeding 15 mm in thread length • For more details see page 50 “How to install a bracket to the NERO” • For ceiling mounting use only SIM2-approved ceiling brackets and adhere to the installation instructions and safety guidelines provided with the bracket. Do not over-tighten the screws. Orientation By default, the NERO1 is configured for a Front installation (projector installed upright and in front of the screen). If the projector is installed behind the screen or inverted, you can use the image orientation function of the projector (see “Projection” on page 42). Vertical Lens Shift Ideally, the projector should be positioned at a right angle to the screen and in such a way that: the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other • the projected image fills the screen perfectly • 16...
  • Page 17 Keystone If the projector is ceiling-mounted and the screen is lower than the projector, you may need to tilt the projector by adjusting the ceiling mount. If you do so: the top and bottom borders of the image will be unequal in length • the sides of the image will be inclined • If the tilt is not excessive, you can use the Keystone function of the projector to correct the image shape. (See “V Keystone” on page 41) Note: Keystone correction may cause artifacts in the image and may not be available when displaying specific 3D content. Zoom and Focus The NERO1 provides manual Zoom and Focus controls.
  • Page 18: Connections

    Connections Proceed as follows to connect the NERO1 to video sources, control devices, screen control systems, 3D sync emitter and AC power. When connecting your equipment: turn off all equipment before making any connections • use the correct signal cables for each source • make sure cables are routed so that people are not impeded or become a trip • hazard ensure that the cables are securely connected (tighten the thumbscrews on •...
  • Page 19 RGB with composite sync on green (RGsB) • RGB with HV composite sync • RGB connectors also provides RGB input for SCART RGBS sources. See “Video” below) Video This is the input for composite video sources (such as VCR or camcorders). • This connector is also the composite sync input for SCART RGBS sources. See “RGB/YPrPb” above. Control You can connect the NERO1 projector to a Personal Computer or a control system through one of the following methods: RS-232 port, using a standard 9-pin straight serial cable • RS-232 port, using a USB to serial converter cable. In this case, installation of a •...
  • Page 20: Switching On And Off

    Switching On and Off Switching On I. Securely connect the power cord supplied and the signal cable. When connected, the Power LED will turn red. II. Turn on the projector by pressing button either on the back panel of the projector or the “ ” button on remote control. The power LED will now turn blue. The startup screen will display in approximately 10 seconds. The first time you use the projector, you will be asked to select the preferred language (see “Languages” page 45). III. Turn on and connect the source that you want to display on the screen (computer, notebook, video player, etc). The projector will detect the source automatically. If not, push menu button and go to “SETUP”. Make sure that the “Source Lock” has been set to “Off”.
  • Page 21: Temperature Led Indicator

    Temperature LED indicator When the warning indicators come on, the projector will automatically shutdown: 1.“ ” LED indicators flashes red. 2.“ ” LED indicator is lit red and if “ ” LED indicator flashes red. This indicates the projector has overheated. Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched back on. 3.“ ” LED indicator flashes red and if “ ” LED indicator flashes red. Unplug the power cord from projector, wait for 30 seconds and try again. If the warning indicator light up again, please contact your nearest service center for assistance.
  • Page 22: Operation

    5 Operation Viewing 3D Content 3D stereo visualization offers clear and sharp 3D images thanks to single chip DLP Imaging technology. This technique achieves channel separation using active shutter glasses. Active shutter glasses turn on and off in rapid succession and stop light reaching • your eyes. The glasses are synced using a RF emitter connected to the projector. When an image is destined for the left eye, the right lens of the glasses goes dark • preventing any of the image for your left eye from reaching the right eye. The left lens is completely open. The process repeats very quickly (up to 144 times per second) for each eye. • The human brain combines the two images and creates the illusion of 3D. • Important: Glasses & Emitter are sold separately as optional accessories. Read 3D safety information at the beginning of this User Manual before viewing 3D content. Your NERO1 projector is capable of displaying 3D Images of exceptional high quality; to ensure maximum enjoyment and trouble free viewing we recommend the following guidelines.
  • Page 23: Menu

    Switch on your 3D glasses. Refer to the instructions supplied with the glasses to • ensure correct operation. The projector will automatically detect the 3D signal and you will be prompted to • wear your glasses via the OSD. To Watch 3D Content via Satellite, Cable and Games Console Switch on the NERO1 and all other relevant products such as Satellite receiver and • AV receiver and ensure the correct inputs have been selected. Select the appropriate 3D channel. • If the projector displays two distorted images side by side or one on top of each • other, select the 3D menu by pressing the “3D Format” button on the remote control (see “3D Format” at page 23). Switch on your 3D glasses. Refer to the instructions supplied with the glasses to • ensure correct operation. Important: All 3D technologies currently available today filter out a large amount of light. Therefore it is perfectly normal for the 3D image to be noticeably dimmer when compared to the picture in 2D mode. Adjust the 3D picture and LED Brightness settings accordingly for 3D viewing.
  • Page 24 Auto: Display the native format • SBS - Side by Side: Display 3D signal in “side by side” format. Left and right halves • of the image are separated, rescaled and displayed. This mode should be applied to 3D images composed of two stereoscopic images compressed to half of their original horizontal resolution and sent simultaneously. Top and Bottom: Display 3D signal in “Top and Bottom” format. Top and bottom • halves of the image are separated, rescaled and displayed. This mode should be applied to 3D images composed of two stereoscopic images compressed to half of their original vertical resolution and sent simultaneously. Frame Sequential: Display 3D signal in “Frame sequential” format. This mode • should be applied to 3D images that consist of a sequence of alternating frames wherein each successive frame carries the image meant for one or the other eye. 2D → 3D: 2D signal transform 3D signal. • 3D → 2D You can choose one of the following options: 3D: display the 3D signal.
  • Page 25 Supported 3D Video Formats Compatible 3D formats are listed below: INPUT INPUT TIMING RESOLUTION 1280 x 720p @ 50 Hz Top and Bottom 1280 x 720p @ 60 Hz Top and Bottom 1280 x 720p @ 50 Hz Frame Packing 1280 x 720p @ 60 Hz Frame Packing HDMI 1.4a 3D INPUT 1920 x 1080i @ 50 Hz Side by Side (Half) 1920 x 1080i @ 60 Hz Side by Side (Half) 1920 x 1080p @ 24 Hz Top and Bottom 1920 x 1080p @ 24 Hz Frame Packing 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz 1920 x 1080i @ 50 Hz While 3D Format is 1920 x 1080i @ 60 Hz Side by Side (Half) “SBS” 1280 x 720p @ 50 Hz 1280 x 720p @ 60 Hz HDMI 1.3 3D 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz CONTENT 1920 x 1080i @ 50 Hz While 3D Format is 1920 x 1080i @ 60 Hz Top and Bottom “Top and Bottom” 1280 x 720p @ 50 Hz 1280 x 720p @ 60 Hz 480i While 3D Format is...
  • Page 26: Input Menu

    Input Menu Press the menu button on the remote control and go to “SETUP” to enter into the Input Source menu, or directly select the desired input by pressing the corresponding button on the remote control (HDMI1, HDMI2, VGA, etc) or press the SOURCE button on the back panel. Use this option to enable/disable input source. Press ! to enter the sub menu, press " or # on the remote control to highlight the input, and select which sources you require. Press ! to finalize the selection. The projector will only search for inputs that are enabled. Press on the remote control to exit from the Input Source menu. Each time an Input is changed an information window appears on the screen and remains there until a valid signal is detected (this feature can be disabled in the Setup section (see “Information Hide “ at page 46). If no signal is detected on the selected input, a “No Source Found” message is displayed.
  • Page 27: Main Menu

    Main Menu The main menu gives access to all projector adjustments. It is divided in four main sections: Image • Display • System • Setup • with various item and submenus in each of them. To enter the main menu and select the desired section press on the remote control. To enter a submenu (when available) press ! on the remote control.
  • Page 28: Image

    Image This menu section provides access to common image quality adjustments. Adjustments not available for a given input are not displayed in the menu (See “ Table 1 ” for details). Table 1 RGBS RGB Video HDMI 1/2 YPrPb Graphics Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Noise Reduction Fine Detail Vivid Color Pure Action Pure Engine Demo LED Brightness 1 HDMI 1/2: 1080p not included since no function 28 NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 29 Color, color temperature, brightness and gamma settings are all configured to standard reference levels. The default Color Gamut is the HDTV and Color Temperature D65 (HDTV – D65). DYNAMIC: optimized for displaying photographic images. This mode tend to over saturate the colors to exalt the image displayed. The default Color Gamut is the Native – D75. CINEMA: default settings for home theater. The default Color Gamut is the Cinema SIM2 (available only D65). FILM: the purest color settings for home theater. The default Color Gamut is the Cinema SIM2 (available only D65). BRIGHT: maximum brightness from PC input. The default Color Gamut is the Native – Native. USER: user's settings. The default Color Gamut is the HDTV – D65. 3D: recommended setting for 3D mode enabled. When in 3D mode all the display mode are dimmed except the User that become User 3D. Adjustment by the user in...
  • Page 30 The table below show the available options for the Color Temperature and Color Gamut regarding the display mode. Display Mode Color Temperature Color Gamut available available Natural D65, D75 Native, HDTV, Color Dynamic All Native, Cinema SIM2, HDTV, Color Cinema Dimmed (only D65) Native, Cinema SIM2, Color Film All Native, Cinema SIM2, HDTV, Color Bright All Native, Cinema SIM2, HDTV, Color User All Native, Cinema SIM2, HDTV, Color All Native, Cinema SIM2, HDTV, Color 3D User All Native, Cinema SIM2, HDTV, Color Contrast The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Use this control to adjust the image's white level without affecting its dark areas. For correct adjustment it may prove useful to display a gray scale test pattern with at least twenty bands. Now try to increase the brightness of the white band as much as...
  • Page 31 Color Adjust a video image from black and white to fully saturated color. This control (also called Saturation) increases or decreases the picture color intensity. When set to zero, color images are shown in black and white. Increase the value until the colors appear natural: suitable references include skin tones and the green in grass in landscape shots. Press $ to decrease the color saturation in the image Press % to increase the color saturation in the image Note: Color is only supported for composite and component sources. Tint Adjust the color balance of red and green This adjustment controls the purity of colors. Basically it determines the red-green ratio of the picture. Decreasing the value increases the red content of the image, increasing it increases the green content. For this adjustment use skin tones or a test card image with color bars as a reference. This adjustment is primarily used for NTSC sourced material.
  • Page 32 Advanced Settings Noise Reduction This adjustment lets you choose the value of the noise reduction filter. The Noise Reduction reduces the amount of visible interlaced signals. The range is from “0” to “10” (0 = OFF) Press $ to decrease the noise reduction Press % to increase the noise reduction Gamma Determines the projector response to the gray scale, emphasizing or attenuating the different grades of brightness (blacks, dark, medium and light grays, whites) in the projected image. Choose the setting that is appropriate to the type of video source, the ambient lighting and your subjective preferences. This allow you to set up gamma curve type. After the initial setup and fine tuning is completed, utilize the Gamma adjustment steps to optimize you image output. The available settings are: FILM: for home theater • VIDEO: for video or TV source • STANDARD: for standardized setting • GRAPHICS: for PC/Photo source • For each of this presets you can set the OFFSET. Offset is to adjust current gamma R/G/B offset values. 32 NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 33 Select RESET if you want to cancel the adjustments you done, press EXIT to esc from the GAMMA menu. Pure Engine The Pure Engine is a collection of advanced image processing technologies that enhances the quality of the displayed image. Fine Detail • FineDetail is an edge enhancement tool that enables the edges in the projected image is be enhanced thus providing more perceived detail. The available options are Off, On and HD+. Vivid Color • This adjustable item utilizes a new color- processing algorithm and enhancements to enable the picture's vividness to be significantly increased. The range is from “0” to “5”. Pure Action • Pure Action uses sophisticated algorithms to ensure that the natural in the image is preserved. The available options are Off, Low, Middle and High. Pure Engine Demo • This feature enables you to see the difference in the image quality between the raw unprocessed image and the image processes as processed by the PureEngine. Use this mode to check the adjustments that you make to the PureEngine settings. The available options are Off, H Split and V Split.
  • Page 34 LED Brightness (Dynamic Black) It is a process that gains up the signal and reduces the light source to compensate by reducing the LED power. Reduces black level revealing low level detail, improves contrast. DynamicBlack 1: automatically adjusts the LED brightness between 100% ~ • 13% DynamicBlack 2: automatically adjusts the LED brightness between 100% ~ • DynamicBlack 3: automatically adjusts the LED brightness between 100% ~ • POWER: manually adjust the LED brightness (100% ~ 50%) •...
  • Page 35 The Color Gamut are the whole values of the primaries (red, green and blue), secondaries (yellow, cyan and magenta), the white color coordinates and the brightness. Select an appropriate color gamut from Native, HDTV, Color and Cinema SIM2. Native: the projector native color gamut. • HDTV: the color gamut defined by the standards.
  • Page 36 Reset: choose “YES” to apply the factory default settings for color • adjustments. Exit: to exit from the CMS settings. • RGB Gain/Bias • Press the ! to enter the menu and then use " or # to select item. Use $ or % to adjust the Red, Green or Blue brightness (Gain) and contrast (Bias). RESET: choose “YES” to apply the factory default settings for color •...
  • Page 37: Display

    Display Format This adjustment changes the dimensions and aspect ratio (relationship between width and height) of the displayed image. There are six default aspects available. You can select a different aspect for each source: the selected aspect ratio will be automatically applied the next time the relative source is displayed. You can also select the required aspect ratio from the remote control (J K L M).
  • Page 38 Movable. When Auto235 feature is selected the 12V Trigger 2 will send power to the anamorphic lens if the source format is 2.35:1 It will not send the power when the source format is 4:3 or 16:9. Pressing Native button on the remote will be “Auto235” when anamorphic lens is fixed or movable. Auto235 OFF HDMI 4:3 16:9 LBX Native 2D/HQFS/2D->3D SBS Top and Bottom 1080p24FP 720pFP Auto235 ON HDMI Auto235 4:3 16:9 LBX Auto235 Subtitle 2D/HQFS/2D->3D SBS Top and Bottom 1080p24FP 720pFP...
  • Page 39 No anamorphic lens attached 1080p Scaling Table 16:9 Screen 480i/p 576i/p 1080i/p 720p 4:3 1440 x1080 center 16:9 1920 x 1080 center LBX* 1920 x 1440 center, then get the central 1920x1080 image to display No resize image, 1:1 mapping and centered. This format shows original image Native without scaling. If this format is selected, screen type will auto become 16:9 (1920 x 1080) If source is 4:3, auto resize to 1440 x 1080 Auto 235 If source is 16:9, auto resize to 1920 x 1080 If source is 16:10, auto resize to 1920 x 1200 and cut 1920 x 1080 are to display Anamorphic movable lens 16:9 Screen 480i/p 576i/p 1080i/p 720p 4:3 1440 x1080 center 16:9 1920 x 1080 center Catch Catch Catch Catch Catch 75.65% of 720x363 720x436 1920x817 1920x545 height...
  • Page 40 Anamorphic fixed lens 16:9 Screen 480i/p 576i/p 1080i/p 720p 4:3 1080 x1080 center 16:9 1440 x 1080 center Catch Catch Catch Catch Catch 75.65% of 720x363 720x436 1920x817 1920x545 height LBX* (Center) (Center) (Center) (Center) (Center) Scale to 1920 x 1440, then get the central 1920x1080 image to display Auto 235* When source is 2.35:1 (with black bar at top/bottom), doing LBX format. (the same button of When source isn’t 2.35:1 that is full 4x3 or 16x9 (there is no black bar at Native on the remote top/bottom), doing 16x9 format control) Catch Catch Catch Catch Catch 87.8% of 720x422 720x506...
  • Page 41 Image Shift Press the ! to enter the menu. H: press the $ % to shift the projected image position horizontally V: press the " # to shift the projected image position vertically V Keystone Press the $ or % to adjust image distortion vertically and make a squarer image. See “3D Menu” at page 23. 41 NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 42: System

    System This menu section provides access to installation adjustments. Menu Location Changes the location of the OSD menu on the display screen Press ! to select one of the five preset positions. Note: Avoid locations too close to corners or edges to prevent cropping of larger menus. Projection Selects the orientation of the projected image. Press ! to select one the four preset orientation. Front-Projection: this is the default selection. The image is projected straight on • the screen. Rear-Desktop: when selected, the image will appear reversed • Front-Ceiling: when selected, the image will turn upside down • Rear-Ceiling: when selected, the image will appear reversed in upside down •...
  • Page 43 IR Function You can choose one of the following options: All: choose “All”, the projector can be operated by the remote control from front • or top IR receiver (see page 11). Front: choose “Front”, the projector can be operated by the remote control only • from front IR receiver. Top: choose “Top”, the projector can be operated by the remote control only • from top IR receiver. 12V Trigger 1 & 2 Some Home Theater devices can be controlled through a 12V signal. The projector can output two 12V (250mA max) signals: 12V Trigger 1: provides a standard trigger for motorized screens. • 12V Trigger 2: press the “Off” to disable the trigger. Press the “On” to enable the • trigger and the programmable sub-menu. The sub-menu is accessed by selecting the “On” option then pressing the ! button on the remote control. Checking an option in the sub-menu will activate the trigger when the corresponding display mode is selected. For the example, 4:3 has been selected – this means that Trigger 2 will be active when the projector display mode is set to 4:3. The trigger...
  • Page 44 Anamorphic Lens 12V Trigger 2 control should be used for the control of a motorized anamorphic lens. This feature can select an anamorphic Lens from None, Fixed, or Movable. 12V Trigger 2 Anamorphic Lens Off Auto 235 Auto 3D None Fixed Movable Information Press ! to view the serial number of the projector, the FW versions and the LED hours. 44 NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 45: Setup

    Setup Languages Selects the desired OSD language. It can display the menus in Multilanguage. Press ! to into the sub menu and then use " or # or $ or % to select your preferred language. Press ! to finalize the selection. Input Source See “Input menu” at page 26. HDMI Link Settings This feature let you use the HDMI Link function. 45 NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 46 When you connect HDMI CEC-compatible devices to the projector with HDMI cables, you can control them on same Power On or Power Off status using the HDMI Link control feature on the projector's OSD. This lets one device or multiple devices in a group Power On or Power Off via HDMI Link feature. In a typical configuration, your DVD player may be connected to the projector through an amplifier or home theater system. HDMI Link • Enable/Disable the HDMI Link function. The inclusive TV, Power On Link, and Power Off Link options will only available if the setting is set to On. Inclusive of TV • If the setting is set to “Yes”, both TV and projector will be automatically turned off at the same time. To prevent both devices to be turned off at the same time, set the setting to “No”.
  • Page 47 Auto Power Off (min) Sets the countdown timer interval. The countdown timer will start, when there is no signal being sent to the projector. The projector will automatically power off when the countdown has finished (in minutes). The range is from 0 ÷ 180 minutes (0 is equal to OFF, function not enabled). Signal • Signal (VGA) This menu is only avalaible and supported in Analog VGA (RGB) signal. Frequency • Change the display data frequency to match the frequency of your computer's graphic card. Use this function only if the image appears to flicker vertically.
  • Page 48 Signal (VIDEO) • This menu is only avalaible and supported in Analog VGA (RGB) signal. White Level • Allow user adjust White Level when inputting Video Signals. Black Level • Allow user adjust Black Level when inputting Video signals. Saturation • Adjust a video image from black and white to fully saturated color. Press the $ to decrease the amount of color in the image. Press the % to increase the amount of color in the image. Hue • Adjust the color balance of red and green. Press the $ to increase the amount of green in the image. Press the % to increase the amount of red in the image. IRE • Adjust measurement of composite video signals. Note: “Signal” is not supported when the source is HDMI. “IRE” is only supported on NTSC signal. Reset Current: choose “Yes” to return the display parameters on this menu to the • factory default settings. All: choose “Yes” to return the display parameters on all menus to the factory • default settings. 48 NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 49: Compatibility Modes

    6 Compatibility Modes Computer/Video/HDMI/Mac Compatibility Refresh Signal Resolution Video Analog HDMI Mac Rate (Hz) NTSC 720 x 480 PAL/SECAM 720 x 576 640 x 480 640 x 480 VGA 640 x 480 72.8 640 x 480 800 x 600 56.3 800 x 600 60.3 SVGA 800 x 600 72.2 800 x 600 85.1 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 70.1 XGA 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1280 x 720 HDTV (720p) 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 768 1280 x 768...
  • Page 50: How To Install A Bracket To The Nero

    7 How to install a bracket to the NERO This quick guide explain how to install a bracket to the NERO. For ceiling mounting use only SIM2-approved ceiling brackets and adhere to the installation instructions and safety guidelines provided with the bracket. Do not over- tighten the screws. The screw to fix the bracket has to not exceeding 15 mm in thread length inside the metallic base of the bottom of the projector. Remove the four elevator feet from the In the accessories of the projector there are bottom of the projector as indicated on the 5 spacers: 4 pcs of 25 length (A) and 1 pcs image.
  • Page 51 Note: If you use a bracket that is not approved by SIM2 always use the spacers for spacing the metal bracket from the bottom of the projector (this to assure a cooling system to the projector).
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    8 Troubleshooting These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact your dealer for assistance. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose connection. Check the following before proceeding to the problem-specific solutions. Use some other electrical device to confirm that the electrical outlet is working. Ensure the projector is turned on. " Ensure all connections are securely attached. " Ensure the attached device is turned on. " Ensure a connected PC is not in suspending mode. " Ensure a connected notebook computer is configured for an external display. " (This is usually done by pressing an Fn-key combination on the notebook.) " “No Signal” Message is displayed Make sure the correct Input is selected. Make sure the desired video source is on and its output is configured correctly. Check cable connection from the desired video source to the projector. Image Problems (No image appears on-screen) Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and securely connected as described in the “Installation” section. Ensure the pins of connectors are not crooked or broken. Image is out of focus Adjust the Focus Ring on the projector lens. Make sure the projection screen is between the required distance from the projector (see “projection distances”) The image is stretched when displaying 16:9 DVD title When you play anamorphic DVD or 16:9 DVD, the projector will show the best image in 16:9 format on the projector side. If you play the LBX format DVD title, please change the format as 4:3 in projector OSD If the image is still stretched, you will also need to adjust the aspect ratio by referring to the following: setup the display format as 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio type on your DVD player. " The image is too small or too large Adjust the zoom lever on the bottom of the projector.
  • Page 53 bottom of the screen. Use “DISPLAY → V Keystone” from the OSD to make an adjustment. Image is reversed Select “SYSTEM → Projection” from the OSD and adjust the projection direction. Blurry double image Press “3D FORMAT” button and switch to “Auto” to avoid normal 2D image is blurry double image. Two images, side by side format Press “3D FORMAT” button and switch to “SBS” if the input signal is HDMI 1.3 2D 1080i side by side. Image does not display in 3D Check if 3D glasses are charged. Check if the 3D glasses are turned on. When the input signal is HDMI 1.3 2D (1080i side by side half), press “3D FORMAT” button and switch to “SBS”...
  • Page 54 HDMI Connection Issues 3D requires a substantial data throughput therefore use a good quality High Speed HDMI cable – with or without Ethernet. Avoid using excessively long HDMI cables as this contributes to poor connection issues. Cable lengths over 10 m are not recommended. Avoid using HDMI cables that have illuminated plugs or active systems that draw on the 5 V supply rail. If the 5 V drops lower than 4.7 V you will not get any picture! Sparkles of random color on screen. This usually means that the cable doesn’t have the bandwidth capabilities to handle the signal. Try changing the cable or use a shorter cable. Try using a lower resolution for example if you are using 1080p try switching to 1080i. If this solves the problem the cable is the likely culprit. When switching inputs on either the projector or the AV Receiver/Processor sometimes the picture is either green or pink. This usually means the incorrect color standard has been selected. This is sent automatically every time you switch HDMI inputs but sometimes the information is not received by the display.
  • Page 55: Specifications

    9 Specifications Projection Type Digital Light Processing (DLP), 1-chip DLP Type: 0.65 in., 1920 x 1080 Projection Lens High-quality glass 1.5 – 2.89 ± 5% Zoom range (ratio): 1.9x Lens shift Manual Horizontal: ± 10% offset Vertically: ± 60% offset Zoom and Focus Adjustment Manual LED module 3 x P2W Inputs • 1 x Composite Video (RCA) • 1 x Component - Analog YPrPb/RGBS (4 x RCA) • 1 x RGBHV (D-Sub 15-pin female) • 2 x HDMI 1.4 with 3D, DeepColor and InstaPort Controls • IR remote control • Standby and Source button on rear panel • RS-232 Serial commands • HDMI Link Communication Ports • 1 x USB 1.1 (type B) firmware upgrade for onboard memory • 1 x RS232 (male D-Sub 9-pin) for serial connection for control systems Outputs •...
  • Page 56 • Components/RGBHV: 480i @ 60, 576i @ 50, 480p @ 60, 576p @ 50, 1080i @ 50/60, 720p @ 50/60, 1080p 24/50/60, VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, SXGA+, UXGA HDMI: 480i @ 60, 576i @ 50, 480p @ 60, 576p @ 50, • 1080i @ 50/60, 720p @ 50/60/120, 1080p @ 24/30/50/60, VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, SXGA+, UXGA 3D Formats See “Supported 3D Video formats” table at page 24 Aspect Ratios 4:3, 16:9, Letterbox (LBX), Native Power • Requirement: 100~240 V AC ±10% @ 50-60 Hz • Operating Consumption: Bright (Normal): Typical 190W MAX 240W @ 110VAC Typical 185W MAX 235W @ 220VAC Standard (Film): Typical 135W MAX 170W @ 110VAC Typical 130W MAX 165W @ 220VAC • Standby Consumption: < 0.5 W Size and Weight • Depth: 441 mm (17.36 in. - lens included ) • Width: 365 mm (14.4 in.) • Height: 176 mm (6.92 in. - lever feet included) • Weight: 12 kg (26 lb.) approx. Temperature • Operating: 5° C to 40° C • Storage: -10° C to 60° C Certifications •...
  • Page 57: Projection Distances

    10 Projection Distances NERO1 Focal Lenght (f) (mm) 22.56~42.87 F Number 2.3~3.39 Zoom Range (ratio) 1.90 Zoom & Focus Adjustment Manual Optical Lens Shift Horizontal: ± 10%, Vertical: ± 60% The following table explain the distance from screen to lens. 1.78:1 (16:9) Screen Diagonal Size Width Height Min Max Min Max (in.) (m) (m) (m) (m) (ft.) (ft.) 100 2.21 1.25 3.3 6.4 18.9 20.9 120 2.66 1.49 7.7 13.1 25.2 150...
  • Page 58: Dimensions

    11 Dimensions NERO1 dimensions in millimeters and (inches). 58 8 Dimensions NERO1 User Guide...
  • Page 59 59 8 Dimensions NERO1 User Guide...
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