NEC NP-V311W User Manual

ProjectorV311X/V311W/V281WUser’s ManualThe V281W is not distributed in North America.Model No.:NP-V311X, NP-V311W, NP-V281W

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907. Appendix❹ Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input ConnectorMini D-Sub 15 Pin ConnectorSignal LevelVideo signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog)Sync signal : TT

917. Appendix❺ Compatible Input Signal ListHorizontal: 15KHz to 100KHz (RGB: 24KHz or over)Vertical: 50Hz to 120Hz (Signals with higher than refresh r

927. Appendix❻ PC Control Codes and Cable ConnectionPC Control CodesFunction Code DataPOWER ON 02H 00H 00H 00H 00H 02HPOWER OFF 02H 01H 00H

937. AppendixNo image is displayed from your PC or video equipment to the projector.Still no image even though you connect the projector to the P

947. AppendixIn the space below please describe your problem in detail.Information on application and environment where your projector is usedProjecto

957. Appendix❽ REGISTER YOUR PROJECTOR! (for residents in the United States, Canada, and Mexico)Please take time to register your new projector. This

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11. Introduction❶ What’s in the Box?Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer.Please save the orig

21. Introduction❷ Introduction to the ProjectorThis section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls.Congratulatio

31. Introduction• Preventing unauthorized use of the projector Enhanced smart security settings for keyword protection, cabinet control panel lock,

41. Introduction❸ Part Names of the ProjectorZoom Lever(→ page 25)Controls(→ page 5)LensLens CapBuilt-in Security Slot ( )*Adjustable Tilt Foot Leve

51. IntroductionTop Features1. POWER Button (ON / STAND BY) ( ) (→ page 20, 29)2. POWER Indicator (→ page 19, 20, 29, 84)3. STATUS Indicator (→

61. IntroductionTerminal Panel Features1. COMPUTER 1 IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) (→ page 13, 14, 15) AUDIO IN Mini Jack (Ster

71. Introduction❹ Part Names of the Remote Control1. Infrared Transmitter (→ page 8)2. POWER ON Button (→ page 20)3. POWER OFF Button (→ page 29

81. Introduction30°30°30°30°OPENRemote Control Precautions• Handle the remote control carefully.• If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immedi

91322. Installation and ConnectionsThis section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources.Your projector is si

Ver. 1 07/13• DLP and BrilliantColor are trademarks of Texas Instruments.• IBM is a trademark or registered trademark of International Business Mach

102. Installation and ConnectionsSelecting a Location [V311W/V281W]The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The mi

112. Installation and ConnectionsThrow Distance and Screen SizeThe following shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to

122. Installation and Connections WARNING* Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NEC dealer fo

132. Installation and Connections❷ Making ConnectionsConnecting Your ComputerNOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect the projector and

142. Installation and ConnectionsConnecting an External MonitorYou can connect a separate, external monitor to your projector to simultaneously view o

152. Installation and ConnectionsAUDIO INCOMPUTER 1 INNOTE: Refer to your DVD player’s owner’s manual for more information about your DVD player’s vid

162. Installation and ConnectionsAUDIO IN S-VIDEO INVIDEO INConnecting Your VCRUse audio equipment for stereo sound.The projector’s built-in speaker i

172. Installation and ConnectionsHDMI INConnecting HDMI InputYou can connect the HDMI output of your DVD player, hard disk player, Blu-ray player, or

182. Installation and ConnectionsConnecting to a NetworkThe projector comes standard with a LAN port (RJ-45) which provides a LAN connection using a L

192. Installation and ConnectionsConnecting the Supplied Power CordConnect the supplied power cord to the projector.First connect the supplied power c

iImportant InformationSafety CautionsPrecautionsPlease read this manual carefully before using your NEC projector and keep the manual handy for future

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

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

223. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)❷ Selecting a SourceSelecting the computer or video sourceNOTE: Turn on the computer or video source equipme

233. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)❸ Adjusting the Picture Size and PositionUse the adjustable tilt foot, the zoom lever or the focus ring to a

243. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)2143Adjustable Tilt FootVentilation outletAdjustable Tilt Foot LeverAdjust the Tilt Foot1. Lift the front e

253. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)ZoomUse the ZOOM lever to adjust the image size on the screen.Zoom LeverFocusUse the FOCUS ring to obtain th

263. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)❹ Correcting Keystone DistortionCorrecting Keystone DistortionIf the screen is tilted vertically, keystone d

273. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)Adjusting with the remote control1. Press the KEYSTONE button. The Keystone bar will be displayed. 2. Use

283. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)❺ Optimizing Computer Signal AutomaticallyAdjusting the Image Using Auto AdjustOptimizing a computer image a

293. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)❼ Turning off the ProjectorTo turn off the projector:1. First, press the (POWER) button on the proje

iiImportant InformationRF Interference (for USA only)WARNINGThe Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the un

303. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)❽ After UsePreparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off.1. Disconnect any other cables.2. Retra

31❶ Turning off the Image and SoundPress the AV-MUTE button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time. Press again to restore the ima

324. Convenient Features❹ Changing Eco ModeThis feature enables you to select two brightness modes of the lamp:OFF and ON modes. The lamp life can be

334. Convenient Features❺ Checking Energy-Saving Effect [CARBON METER]This feature will show energy-saving effect in terms of CO2 emission reduction (

344. Convenient Features❻ Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector [SECURITY]A keyword can be set for your projector using the Menu to avoid o

354. Convenient Features7. Type in the same combination of △▽◁▷ buttons and press the ENTER button. The confirmation screen will be displayed.8. Se

364. Convenient FeaturesTo disable the SECURITY function:1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed.2. Select [SETUP] → [INSTALLATION] →

374. Convenient Features30˚30˚❼ Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR)The optional remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your comput

384. Convenient FeaturesOperating your computer’s mouse from the remote controlYou can operate your computer’s mouse from the remote control.PAGE △/▽

394. Convenient Features❽ Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Projector (Virtual Remote Tool)Using the utility software “Virtual Remote Tool

iiiImportant InformationPlace the projector in a horizontal positionThe tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 10 degrees, nor should the proje

404. Convenient FeaturesStep 1: Install Virtual Remote Tool on the computerSupported OSVirtual Remote Tool will run on the following operating systems

414. Convenient Features3 Click “Next”. “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” screen will be displayed. Read “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” carefully.4 If yo

424. Convenient FeaturesTIP:Uninstalling Virtual Remote ToolPreparation:Exit Virtual Remote Tool before uninstalling. To uninstall Virtual Remote Tool

434. Convenient FeaturesStep 3: Start Virtual Remote ToolStart using the shortcut icon• Double-click the shortcut icon on the Windows Desktop.Start

444. Convenient FeaturesExiting Virtual Remote Tool1 Click the Virtual Remote Tool icon on the Taskbar. The pop-up menu will be displayed.2 Click

454. Convenient Features❾ Network Setting by Using an HTTP BrowserOverviewConnecting the projector to a network allows the Alert Mail setting (→ page

464. Convenient FeaturesNetwork Settingshttp://<the projector’s IP address> /index.htmlDHCP ...Enabling this opti

474. Convenient FeaturesAlert Mail Settinghttp://<the projector’s IP address>/lanconfig.htmlThis option notifies your computer of an error message

484. Convenient Features❿ Viewing 3D ImagesThe projector provides 3D images to a user wearing commercially available LCD shutter eyeglasses. CAUTIONHe

494. Convenient FeaturesOn-screen menu for 3D imagesFollow the steps to display the 3D menu.1. Press the MENU button. The [SOURCE] menu will be dis

ivImportant Information- When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.- If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed

504. Convenient Features7. Press the ▽ button to [GLASSES] and press the ENTER button. The [GLASSES] setting screen will be displayed.8. Press the

514. Convenient FeaturesTroubleshooting on viewing 3D imagesIf images will not be displayed in 3D or 3D images appear as 2D, check the following table

525. Using On-Screen Menu❶ Using the MenusNOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected.1.

535. Using On-Screen Menu❷ Menu ElementsSlide barSolid triangleTabRadio buttonMenu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements:Highl

545. Using On-Screen Menu❸ List of Menu ItemsSome menu items are not available depending on the input source.Menu Item Default OptionsSOURCECOMPUTER1,

555. Using On-Screen MenuSETUPOPTIONS(2)STANDBY MODE POWER-SAVING NORMAL, POWER-SAVINGDIRECT POWER ON OFF OFF, ONAUTO POWER ON(COMP1) OFF OFF, ONAUTO

565. Using On-Screen Menu❹ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE]COMPUTER1 & COMPUTER2Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER 1 IN or

575. Using On-Screen Menu❺ Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST][PICTURE][PRESET]This function allows you to select optimized settings for your p

585. Using On-Screen MenuSelecting Gamma Correction Mode [GAMMA CORRECTION]Each mode is recommended for:DYNAMIC ... Creates a high-contrast

595. Using On-Screen Menu[RESET]The settings and adjustments for [PICTURE] will be returned to the factory settings with the exception of the followin

vImportant Information CAUTION:• DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot. Turn the projector off and then

605. Using On-Screen Menu[IMAGE OPTIONS]Adjusting Clock and Phase [CLOCK/PHASE]This allows you to manually adjust CLOCK and PHASE.CLOCK ...

615. Using On-Screen MenuAdjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position [HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL]Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically.• An imag

625. Using On-Screen MenuOptions FunctionAUTO The projector will automatically determine the incoming signal and display it in its aspect ratio. (→ ne

635. Using On-Screen MenuV311W/V281W[Computer signal]Aspect ratio of incoming signal 4:3 5:4 16:9 15:9 16:10Sample image when the appro-priate aspect

645. Using On-Screen Menu❻ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP][GENERAL]Correcting Vertical Keystone Distortion Manually [KEYSTONE]You can correc

655. Using On-Screen MenuSetting Eco Mode [ECO MODE]This feature turns on or off the ECO mode. The lamp life can be extended by selecting [ON]. Select

665. Using On-Screen Menu[MENU]Selecting Menu Color [COLOR SELECT]You can choose between two options for menu color: COLOR and MONOCHROME.Turning On /

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

685. Using On-Screen Menu[INSTALLATION]Selecting Projector Orientation [ORIENTATION]This reorients your image for your type of projection. The options

695. Using On-Screen MenuSelecting Communication Speed [COMMUNICATION SPEED]This feature sets the baud rate of the PC Control port (D-Sub 9P). It supp

viImportant InformationPower management functionThe projector has power management functions. To reduce power consumption, the power management functi

705. Using On-Screen Menu[OPTIONS(1)]Selecting Fan Mode [FAN MODE]This option allows you to select three modes for fan speed: Auto mode, High speed mo

715. Using On-Screen MenuSetting HDMI [HDMI SETTINGS]Make the settings for video level and audio level when connecting HDMI equipment such as a DVD pl

725. Using On-Screen Menu[OPTIONS(2)]Selecting Power-saving in [STANDBY MODE]The projector has two standby modes: [NORMAL] and [POWER-SAVING].The POWE

735. Using On-Screen MenuTurning On the Projector By Applying Computer Signal [AUTO POWER ON(COMP1)]When the projector is in Standby mode, applying a

745. Using On-Screen MenuChanging currency setting and currency convert setting [CURRENCY CONVERT]Changes currency setting and currency convert settin

755. Using On-Screen Menu[3D]Selecting input connected to a source of 3D images [COMPUTER1/COMPUTER2/HDMI/VIDEO/S-VIDEO][3D]This function switches the

765. Using On-Screen Menu[FORMAT]Selects either two formats: frame sequential or over/undertFRAME SEQUENTIAL ...Normal setting. (frame sequenti

775. Using On-Screen Menu❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.]Displays the status of the current signal and lamp usage. This item has four pages

785. Using On-Screen Menu[SOURCE 1][RESOLUTION][HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY][VERTICAL FREQUENCY][SYNC TYPE][SYNC POLARITY][SCAN TYPE][WIRED LAN][PROJECTOR NA

795. Using On-Screen Menu❽ Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET]Returning to Factory Default [RESET]The RESET feature allows you to change adjustm

viiTable of ContentsImportant Information ...i1. Introduction

806. MaintenanceThis section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the cabinet and the lens, and replace the lamp.❶ C

816. Maintenance❷ Replacing the LampWhen the lamp reaches the end of its life, the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will blink red. Even though the lamp

826. Maintenance2. Remove the lamp housing.(1) Loosen the three screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheel

836. Maintenance5. Connect the supplied power cord, and turn on the projector.6. Finally, select the menu → [RESET] → [CLEAR LAMP HOURS] to reset th

847. Appendix❶ TroubleshootingThis section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector.Indicator MessagesPowe

857. AppendixCommon Problems & Solutions (→ “Power/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 84.)Problem Check These ItemsDoes not turn on or shut down• Che

867. 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 t

877. Appendix❷ SpecificationsThis section provides technical information about projector’s performance.OpticalV311X V311W V281WProjection System Singl

887. Appendix*4 HDMI® (Deep Color, Lip Sync) with HDCP What is HDCP/HDCP technology? HDCP is an acronym for High-bandwidth Digital Content Protecti

897. Appendix310 (12.2)96 (3.8)247 (9.7)68.4(2.7)95(3.7)❸ Cabinet DimensionsLens centerLens centerUnit: mm (inch)