NEC VT770 User Manual

Portable ProjectorVT770User’s Manual

101. Introduction Introduction to the ProjectorThis section introduces you to the VT770 Projector and describes key features and controls.Congratulat

100Selecting Communication Speed [Communication]This feature sets the baud rate of the PC Control port (D-Sub 9 Pin). It supports data rates from 4800

1017. Using On-Screen MenuSelecting the ChalkBoard [ChalkBoard]This option displays the ChalkBoard tool bar.The ChalkBoard feature allows you to write

102 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Information]Displays the status of the current signal, the lamp and the projector usage hours. This dialog box

103 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Reset]Returning to Factory DefaultThe Reset feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the facto

104 Entry ListDisplaying the Entry ListPress the SOURCE button to display the list of the entry signals. Use the SELECT 왖왔 buttons on your remote con

1057. Using On-Screen MenuEntry Edit CommandYou can edit signals on the Entry List.Load ... Enables you to select a signal from the

1068Maintenance Cleaning the Filters... 107 Cleaning the Cabinet ...

1078. MaintenanceThis section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the filter and replace the lamp. Cleaning the Fi

1088. Maintenance Cleaning the LensCAUTIONTu rn off the projector, turn off the main power switch and unplug the projector before cleaning lens.ZOOM

109 Replacing the Lamp and FiltersAfter your lamp has been operating for 2000 hours (up to 3000 hours in Eco mode) or longer, the LAMP indicator in t

11• NEC’s exclusive Advanced AccuBlend intelligent pixel blending technology provides for extremely accurateimage compression and HDTV (1920x1080 and

1103. Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket.CAUTIONDo not use a lamp other than the NEC replacement lamp (VT77LP

111Replacing the FiltersNOTE: Do not wash the filter with soap and water. Soap and water will damage the filter membrane. Before replacing the filter,

1129Appendix Troubleshooting ... 113 Specifications ...

1139. Appendix TroubleshootingThis section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector.Indicator MessagesPow

1149. AppendixCommon Problems & Solutions (See also "Power/Status/Lamp Indicator" on page 113.)Does not turn onWill turn offNo picturePi

1159. AppendixIf 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

1169. Appendix SpecificationsThis section provides technical information about the VT770 Projector's performance.Model Number VT770OpticalLCD Pa

117MechanicalInstallation Orientation Desktop/Front, Desktop/Rear, Ceiling/Front, Ceiling/RearDimensions 13.4" (W)  3.8" (H)  9.6" (D

1189. Appendix Cabinet DimensionsAC INCOMPONENTYCb/Pb Cr/PrAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOL/MONOS-VIDEOCOMPUTER 1AUDIOPC CARDUSB(COMPUTER)USB(MOUSE)MONITOR OUTC

119Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER 1/2 Input ConnectorPin No. RGB Signal (Analog)1 Red2 Green or Sync on Green3 Blue4 G

121. Introduction Part Names of the ProjectorZOOM FOCUS 3D REFORMSOURCESELECTSTATUSLAMP PC CARD POWERON/STAND BYAUTO ADJUSTMENUENTERCANCELControls(Se

1209. Appendix Compatible Input Signal ListSignal Resolution Frequency H. Refresh Rate( Dots ) ( kHz ) ( Hz )NTSC – 15.734 60PA L–15.625 50PAL60 – 15

1219. AppendixCable ConnectionCommunication ProtocolBaud rate ... 38400 bpsData length ...

1229. Appendix Using Software Keyboard1 to 0 and Characters... Use to type in password or keyword.MODE ...

1239. Appendix TravelCare GuideTravelCare - a service for international travelersThis product is eligible for "TravelCare", NEC's uniq

124In Asia and Middle EastNEC Viewtechnology, Ltd.Address: 686-1, Nishioi, Oi-Machi, Ashigarakami-Gun,Kanagawa 258-0017, JapanTelephone: +81 465 85 23

125TO: NEC or NEC’s Authorized Service Station:FM:(Company & Name with signature)Dear Sir (s),I would like to apply your TravelCare Service Progra

126Condition of your TravelCare Service ProgramEnduser is requested to understand following conditions of TravelCareService Program and complete the n

131. IntroductionCarrying the ProjectorAlways carry your projector by the handle.Ensure that the power cable and any other cables con-necting to video

141. IntroductionTop FeaturesSELECT3D REFORMSOURCESTATUSLAMP PC CARD POWERON/STAND BYAUTO ADJUSTMENUENTERCANCEL3241710 12 1158961. POWER Button (ON /

151. IntroductionCOMPONENTY Cb/Pb Cr/PrAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOL/MONOS-VIDEOCOMPUTER 1AUDIOPC CARDUSB(COMPUTER)USB(MOUSE)MONITOR OUTCOMPUTER 2PC CONTROLRL

161. IntroductionTe r minal Panel FeaturesCOMPONENTY Cb/Pb Cr/PrAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOL/MONOS-VIDEOCOMPUTER 1AUDIOPC CARDUSB(COMPUTER)USB(MOUSE)MONITOR

171. Introduction Part Names of the Remote ControlNOTE: If you are using a Macintosh computer, you can clickeither the CANCEL (right-click) or ENTER

1815. PJ ButtonPress this button to switch the SELECT, CANCEL, andENTER buttons between the Projector mode (lit red)and the Computer mode.Press this b

191. Introduction30°30°30°30°Note on Remote Control OperationIf you press and hold the SELECT 왖왔왗왘 button while installing new batteries, the remote c

2Important InformationSafety CautionsPrecautionsPlease read this manual carefully before using your NEC VT770 Projector and keep the manual handy for

202Installation and Connections Setting Up the Screen and the Projector ... 21Selecting a Location ...

21This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect PCs, video and audio sources.2. Installation and Connections Setting Up the

222. Installation and ConnectionsLens CenterThrow Angle (움)Throw Distance (C)Screen centerScreen DiagonalScreen WidthScreen HeightScreen Bottom(B)(D)W

232. Installation and Connections Making ConnectionsNOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect between the projector and the notebook PC

24NOTE: The VT770 is not compatible with video decoded outputs of either the NEC ISS-6020 and ISS-6010 switchers.NOTE: An image may not be displayed c

252. Installation and ConnectionsConnecting an External MonitorAC INCOMPONENTY Cb/Pb Cr/PrAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOL/MONOS-VIDEOPC CARDUSB(COMPUTER)USB(MOUSE)CO

26AUDIO INLRAUDIO OUTL RComponentYCbCrAC INAUDIOAUDIOS-VIDEOCOMPUTER 1AUDIOPC CARDUSB(COMPUTER)USB(MOUSE)MONITOR OUTCOMPUTER 2PC CONTROLL/MONOVIDEO RC

272. Installation and ConnectionsAC INCOMPONENTYCb/Pb Cr/PrAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOL/MONOS-VIDEOCOMPUTER 1AUDIOPC CARDUSB(COMPUTER)USB(MOUSE)MONITOR OUTCO

282. Installation and ConnectionsAC INCOMPONENTYCb/Pb Cr/PrAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOS-VIDEOCOMPUTER 1AUDIOPC CARDUSB(COMPUTER)USB(MOUSE)MONITOR OUTCOMPUTER 2PC

293Projecting an Image(Basic Operation) Tur ning on the Projector... 30 Selecting a Source ...

3Important InformationRF InterferenceWARNINGThe Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those

303. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen. Turning on th

313. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen)When you first turn on the projector, you will get the S

323. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Selecting a SourceSelecting the computer or video source3D REFORMSOURCESELECTSTATUSLAMP PC CARD POWERON/ST

333. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)Place your projector on a flat level surface and ensure that the projector issquare to the screen.Lift the f

343. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)ZOOM FOCUS ZOOM FOCUS ZoomUse the ZOOM lever to finely adjust the image size on the screen.You can use the Z

35 Correcting Keystone DistortionAuto Keystone CorrectionThe Auto Keystone correction feature will correct vertical distortion of a projected image o

365. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to correct keystone distortion.6. After completing Keystone correction, press the ENTER button.The Keystone screen will disa

373. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Optimizing RGB Picture AutomaticallyAdjusting the Image Using Auto AdjustOptimizing an RGB image automatic

38 Turning off the ProjectorTo turn off the projector:3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)3D REFORMSOURCESELECTSTATUSLAMP PC CARD POWERON/STAND B

394Convenient Features Switching Operation Mode betweenComputer and Projector ... 40 Tur ning Off the Image and

4Important InformationFire and Shock Precautions1. Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up

40PJMENUENTERCANCELSOURCEFREEZEOFF12VIDEOS-VIDEOAUTO ADJ.COMPUTERVIEWERCOMPONENTON3D REFORMASPECTHELPPICTUREPIC-MUTEPOINTERVOLUME MAGNIFYSLIDESELECTPO

414. Convenient Features Using the PointerPress the Pointer button todisplay the pointer.Use the Select button to movethe pointer.SOURCEFREEZEVIEWER3

42 Getting the On-line HelpYou get the contents about Help.Display HelpExit Help4. Convenient FeaturesPJSOURCEFREEZEVIEWER3D REFORMASPECTHELPPICTUREP

434. Convenient Features Using the Remote Mouse FunctionThe built-in remote mouse function enables you to operate your computer's mouse function

44 Correcting Horizontal and Vertical Keystone Distortion (Cor-nerstone)Use the 3D Reform feature to correct keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to mak

45Screen8. Press the ENTER button.4. Convenient Features10.Press the SELECT 왗 or 왘 button to highlight the [OK] and press the ENTER button.This comple

46The adjustable ranges for 3D Reform are as follows:4. Convenient Features* The following are conditions under which the maximum angle is achived:• I

474. Convenient Features쐅 Making Freehand Drawings on a Projected Image(ChalkBoard)The ChalkBoard feature allows you to write and draw messages on a p

484. Convenient Features쐈 Storing Images Displayed on the Projector on the PC card orUSB memory (Capture)The Capture features allows you to capture an

494. Convenient Features쐉 Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the ProjectorAssigning a keyword prevents the projector from being used by unauthorized i

5Lamp Replacement•To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on page 109.• Be sure to replace the lamp when the message “The lamp has reach

504. Convenient Features4. Press the SELECT 왔 button four times to highlight “Security”.5. Press the ENTER button to display the Security screen.6. Pr

514. Convenient Features7. Enter an alphanumeric keyword using the Software keyboardFor example, to enter “1234”, follow the steps 7-1 to 7-4 below.NO

52Checking If Security is enabledTu rn off the projector and turn it back on to check if the Security function is enabled.1. Press and hold the POWER

53Disabling the Security1. Press the MENU button.The on-screen menu will be displayed.2. Press the SELECT 왘 button to highlight “Setup” and press the

544. Convenient Features씈 Using a USB Memory Device or USB Memory Card ReaderThe projector is compatible with either a USB memory device orUSB memory

555Using the Viewer Making the Most out of the Viewer Function ... 56 Operating the Viewer Function from the Projector ... 58쐋 Changing

565. Using the Viewer Making the Most out of the Viewer FunctionFeaturesYou can view presentation data, capture and play images on the projector. A P

57Inserting and Removing a PC CardNOTE:• Do not try to force the PC card into the slot.•A dummy card is inserted into the PC CARD slot at the time of

585. Using the Viewer Operating the Viewer Function from the Projector (playback)This section describes the operation for showing slides created usin

595. Using the Viewer0000.jpg 0001.jpg 0002.jpg3 FilesSlot 1_CAP__RESTORERECYCLED1/3 0000.jpg 60KBselect : ENTER folder : CANCEL?Highlight ...

6Table of ContentsImportant Information ... 21. Introduction ...

605. Using the ViewerNOTE: If no memory card is inserted in the PC CARD slot, there is no signal, and a black, blue or logo background is displayed,de

61Switching to Slides Directly from Other Input ModesWith this function it is possible to switch directly to a slide when the picture of a VCR or comp

625. Using the ViewerDeleting Captured ImagesUsing the Delete command on the Viewer menu allows you to delete captured images.To delete captured image

635. Using the ViewerThis completes deleting.To delete all the captured images:1. Repeat steps 1 to 3 in the above described procedure.2. Press the CA

645. Using the Viewer Changing Background LogoYou can change the default background logo using the Viewer feature.NOTE: File size must be 256KB or le

656Using Dynamic Image Utility 2.0on the supplied CD-ROM End User License Agreement... 66 Introduction ...

666. Using Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 on the supplied CD-ROMBe sure to read this before installing and using the accompanying software. END USER LICEN

677. Limitations of LiabilityIn no event shall NECVT be responsible for any indirect, consequential or special damages or lost profits even ifNECVT ha

686. Using Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 on the supplied CD-ROMImage Express Utility 1.0 (not available on this model)• Using a network environment, this

696. Using Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 on the supplied CD-ROM Equipment Connections and SettingsWhen Making Connections with Serial CableWhat Can Be Ac

7Table of Contents쐈 Storing Images Displayed on the Projector on the PC card or USB Memory (Capture)... 48쐉 Preventing the Unauthorized Use of

702.Click "Please read this first" and read the Readme about Dynamic Image Utility 2.0.3.Click "Installing the Dynamic Image Utility 2.

716. Using Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 on the supplied CD-ROMDisplay HelpPreparation:Please start Dynamic Image Utility 2.0.1.Click [Help].The [Help] me

726. Using Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 on the supplied CD-ROM TroubleshootingIn this section, the software names have been abbreviated as follows:Dynam

737Using On-Screen Menu Using the Menus... 74 Menu tree ...

74 Using the Menus1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the menu.The Picture menu will be displayed (fac

75 Menu tree7. Using On-Screen MenuMenu ItemAdjust Picture BrightnessContrast Manual/AutoColorHueSharpnessSignal Type RGB, ComponentPreset 1 to 5Deta

76 Menu tree7. Using On-Screen MenuMenu ItemSetup Page 3 Signal Select Computer1 RGB/Component, RGB, ComponentComputer2 RGB/Component, RGB, Component

77 Menu ElementsSlide barSolid triangleHighlightTabRadio buttonCheck boxCancel buttonOK buttonMenu windows or dialog boxes typically have the followi

78 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Adjust]Picture[Brightness]Adjusts the brightness level or the back raster intensity.[Contrast]Adjusts the inten

79[Preset]This option allows you to adjust neutral tint for yellow, cyan or magenta. There are 5 factory presets optimized forvarious types of images,

1Introduction What's in the Box? ... 9 Introduction to the Projector ...

80Using the Wall Color Correction [Wall Color][Interface to be determined]This function allows for quick adaptive color correction in applications whe

81Turning On/Off 3 Dimension Separation [3D Y/C Separation]This function turns on or off the 3 dimensional separation feature.When "On" is s

82Controlling Volume, Bass and Treble [Sound]You can adjust the volume, bass and treble level of the projector speakers and AUDIO OUT (Stereo Mini Jac

83When screen type 16:9 is selected for the source, the following selections will display:4:3 Window ... Reduced to display the true aspect wi

84Adjusting Clock and Phase [Pixel Adjust]This allows you to manually adjust Clock and Phase.ClockUse this item to fine tune the computer image or to

85 Menu Descriptions & Functions [Setup]Setup [Page1]Selecting Aspect Ratio and Position for Screen [Screen]Screen TypeSelect one of three option

86Selecting Projector Orientation [Orientation]This reorients your image for your type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceili

87Selecting Keystone Mode [Keystone]This feature allows you to correct keystone distortion manually or automatically.Selecting this item will display

88Setup [Page2]Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [Cabinet Button]This option turns on or off the Cabinet Button Lock function.NOTE:• This Cabinet Button L

89Setting a Password [Password (Logo)]A password can be set for your projector to avoid operation by an unauthorized person.When a password is set, do

91. Introduction What's in the Box?Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer.Please save the

90SecurityThe Security function enables you to protect your projector so that the projector will not project a signal unless youenter a keyword. There

91To register a PC card as a protect key.1. Insert a PC card into the PC card slot of the projector.2. Use the SELECT 왖왔 button to select "Use P

92To delete PC card data you registered.1. Use the SELECT 왖왔 button to select "Delete" and use the SELECT 왗 button to select the list windo

937. Using On-Screen MenuSelecting Menu Display Time [Menu Display Time]This option allows you to select how long the projector waits after the last t

94Setup [Page3]Selecting Signal Format [Signal Select]Computer 1/2Allows you to set "Computer 1" and "Computer 2" to automatically

95Setting MONITOR OUT Connector [OUT Terminal]This option allows you to determine which RGB or component source is output from the MONITOR OUT connect

96Selecting Menu Color [Menu Color Select]You can choose between two color modes for menu color: color and monochrome.Setup [Page4]Enabling Power Mana

97Enabling Power Off Confirmation [Power Off Confirmation]This option determines whether a confirmation dialog for turning off the projector will appe

98Enabling Standby Mode [Standby Mode]The projector has two standby modes: Idle mode and Power-saving mode.Power-saving mode is the mode that allows y

99Setup [Page5]Resetting the Filter Usage Hours [Filter Usage]Resets the filter usage back to zero. Pressing the Clear button displays a confirmation