NEC NP43 Series User manual

Portable Projector
NP64/NP63/NP54/NP43
User’s Manual
• The projector’s model name indicated on the projector’s label is NP64,
NP43,NP63G,NP54G,andNP43Grespectively.
 AllthemodelsarereferredtoasNP64,NP63,NP54,andNP43throughout
theuser’smanualexceptsomeofthespecicationpages.
• TheNP63andNP54arenotdistributedinNorthAmerica.
• TheNP64Gisnotdistributed.

1steditionDecember2009
• DLPandBrilliantColoraretrademarksofTexasInstruments.
• IBMisatrademarkorregisteredtrademarkofInternationalBusinessMachinesCorporation.
• Macintosh,MacOSXandPowerBookaretrademarksofAppleInc.,registeredintheU.S.andothercountries.
• Microsoft,Windows,Windows7,WindowsVista,andPowerPointareeitheraregisteredtrademarkortrademark
ofMicrosoftCorporationintheUnitedStatesand/orothercountries.
• MicroSaverisaregisteredtrademarkofKensingtonComputerProductsGroup,adivisionofACCOBrands.
• Otherproductandcompanynamesmentionedinthisuser’smanualmaybethetrademarksorregisteredtrade-
marksoftheirrespectiveholders.
• TheBluetooth®registeredtrademarkisownedbyBluetoothSIG,Inc.
• Containsthesoftware(UBQ-BlueBluetoothprotocolstack2.0+EDR(QDID:B010586))fromCanoni-tech,Inc
&CanonInformationTechnologiesPhilippines,Inc.
NOTES
(1) Thecontentsofthisuser’smanualmaynotbereprintedinpartorwholewithoutpermission.
(2) Thecontentsofthisuser’smanualaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.
(3)Greatcarehasbeentakeninthepreparationofthisuser’smanual;however,shouldyounoticeanyquestion-
ablepoints,errorsoromissions,pleasecontactus.
(4) Notwithstandingarticle(3),NECwillnotberesponsibleforanyclaimsonlossofprotorothermattersdeemed
toresultfromusingtheProjector.

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Important Information
Safety Cautions
Precautions
Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC NP64/NP63/NP54/NP43 projector and keep the manual
handy for future reference.
CAUTION
To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet.
The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the equipment as possible, and should be easily
accessible.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET.
THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may be sufficient to cause electrical
shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside of the unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important information concerning the operation and maintenance of this
unit has been provided.
The information should be read carefully to avoid problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD OR IN AN OUTLET UNLESS ALL THE PRONGS
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
DOC Compliance Notice (for Canada only)
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula-
tions.
Machine Noise Information Regulation - 3. GPSGV,
The highest sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A) in accordance with EN ISO 7779.
Disposing of your used product
WARNING TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:
Handling the cables supplied with this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California
to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
EU-wide legislation as implemented in each Member State requires that used electrical and electronic
products carrying the mark (left) must be disposed of separately from normal household waste. This in-
cludes projectors and their electrical accessories or lamps. When you dispose of such products, please
follow the guidance of your local authority and/or ask the shop where you purchased the product.
After collecting the used products, they are reused and recycled in a proper way. This effort will help us
reduce the wastes as well as the negative impact such as mercury contained in a lamp to the human
health and the environment at the minimum level.
The mark on the electrical and electronic products only applies to the current European Union Member
States.

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Important Information
RF Interference (for USA only)
WARNING
The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those
specified by NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regu-
lation 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. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
•Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
•Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
•Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
For UK only: In UK, a BS approved power cable with moulded plug has a Black (five Amps) fuse installed for use with
this equipment. If a power cable is not supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier.
Important Safeguards
These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them
carefully and heed all warnings.
Installation
• Donotplacetheprojectorinthefollowingconditions:
- on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
- near water, baths, or damp rooms.
- in direct sunlight, near heaters, or heat radiating appliances.
- in a dusty, smoky or steamy environment.
- on a sheet of paper or cloth, rugs or carpets.
• Ifyouwishtohavetheprojectorinstalledontheceiling:
- Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.
- The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk
of bodily injury.
- In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector and the installation must be in accordance
with any local building codes.
- Please consult your dealer for more information.
WARNING
•Donotuseanyotherobjectthantheprojector’sslidinglenscovertocoverthelenswhiletheprojectorison.
Doing so can cause the object to get extremely hot, and possibly resulting in a fire or damage due to the heat
emitted from the light output.

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Important Information
Fire and Shock Precautions
• Ensurethatthereissufcientventilationandthatventsareunobstructedtopreventthebuild-upofheatinside
your projector. Allow at least 4 inches (10cm) of space between your projector and a wall.
• Donottrytotouchtheventilationoutletontherightfront(whenseenfromthefront)asitcanbecomeheatedwhile
the projector is turned on and immediately after the projector is turned off.
• Preventforeignobjectssuchaspaperclipsandbitsofpaperfromfallingintoyourprojector.Donotattempttoretrieve
any objects that might fall into your projector. Do not insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver into
your projector. If something should fall into your projector, disconnect it immediately and have the object removed
by a qualified service personnel.
• Donotplaceanyobjectsontopoftheprojector.
• Donottouchthepowerplugduringathunderstorm.Doingsocancauseelectricalshockorre.
• Theprojectorisdesignedtooperateonapowersupplyof100-240VAC50/60Hz(NP64/NP43)or200-240VAC
50/60Hz(NP63G/NP54G/NP43G).Ensurethatyourpowersupplytsthisrequirementbeforeattemptingtouse
your projector.
• Donotlookintothelenswhiletheprojectorison.Seriousdamagetoyoureyescouldresult.
• Keepanyitemssuchasmagnifyingglassoutofthelightpathoftheprojector.Thelightbeingprojectedfromthe
lens is extensive, therefore any kind of abnormal objects that can redirect light coming out of the lens, can cause
unpredictable outcome such as fire or injury to the eyes.
• Donotplaceanyobjects,whichareeasilyaffectedbyheat,infrontofaprojectorexhaustvent.
Doing so could lead to the object melting or getting your hands burned from the heat that is emitted from the
exhaust.
• Handlethepowercablecarefully.Adamagedorfrayedpowercablecancauseelectricshockorre.
- Do not use any power cables than the supplied one.
- Do not bend or tug the power cable excessively.
- Do not place the power cable under the projector, or any heavy object.
- Do not cover the power cable with other soft materials such as rugs.
- Do not heat the power cable.
- Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
10°
Place the projector in a horizontal position
The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 10 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any way other
than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically.
10°
Place the projector in a horizontal position
The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 10 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any way other
than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically.

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Important Information
•Turnofftheprojector,unplugthepowercableandhavetheprojectorservicedbyaqualiedservicepersonnelunder
the following conditions:
- When the power cable or plug is damaged or frayed.
- If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed to rain or water.
- If the projector does not operate normally when you follow the instructions described in this user’s manual.
- If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
- If the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
• Disconnectthepowercableandanyothercablesbeforecarryingtheprojector.
• Turnofftheprojectorandunplugthepowercablebeforecleaningthecabinetorreplacingthelamp.
• Turn off the projector andunplugthepowercableiftheprojectorisnottobeusedfor an extendedperiodof
time.
CAUTION
• Donotusethetilt-footforpurposesotherthanoriginallyintended.Misusessuchasusingthetiltfoottocarryor
hang (from the wall or ceiling) the projector can cause damage to the projector.
• Donotsendtheprojectorinthesoftcasebyparceldeliveryserviceorcargoshipment.Theprojectorinsidethe
soft case could be damaged.
• Select[HIGH]inFanmodeifyoucontinuetousetheprojectorforconsecutivedays.(Fromthemenu,select
[SETUP]→[OPTIONS(1)]→[FANMODE]→[HIGH].)
• DonotturnofftheACpowerfor60secondsafterthelampisturnedonandwhilethePOWERindicatorisblink-
ing green.
Doing so could cause premature lamp failure.
• PartsoftheprojectormaybecometemporarilyheatediftheACpowersupplyisdisconnectedeitherduringnormal
projector operation or during cooling fan operation. (The cooling fans start working after the power is turned off
with the POWER button on the projector cabinet or on the remote control.)
Use caution when picking up the projector.
Remote Control Precautions
• Handletheremotecontrolcarefully.
• Iftheremotecontrolgetswet,wipeitdryimmediately.
• Avoidexcessiveheatandhumidity.
• Donotheat,takeapart,orthrowbatteriesintore.
• Ifyouwillnotbeusingtheremotecontrolforalongtime,removethebatteries.
• Ensurethatyouhavethebatteries’polarity(+/−)alignedcorrectly.
• Donotusenewandoldbatteriestogether,orusedifferenttypesofbatteriestogether.
• Disposeofusedbatteriesaccordingtoyourlocalregulations.

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Important Information
Lamp Replacement
• Toreplacethelamp,followallinstructionsprovidedonpage79.
• Besuretoreplacethelampwhenthemessage[THE LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE.
PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP.] appears. If you continue to use the lamp after the lamp has reached the end
of its usable life, 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 dealer for lamp replacement.
A Lamp Characteristic
The projector has a high-pressure mercury lamp as a light source.
A lamp has a characteristic that its brightness gradually decreases with age. Also repeatedly turning the lamp on
and off will increase the possibility of its lower brightness.
CAUTION:
• DONOTTOUCHTHELAMPimmediatelyafterithasbeenused.Itwillbeextremelyhot.Turntheprojectoroff,
wait for the cooling fans to stop and then disconnect the power cable. Allow at least one hour for the lamp to cool
before handling.
• Whenremovingthelampfromaceiling-mountedprojector,makesurethatnooneisundertheprojector.Glass
fragments could fall if the lamp has been burned out.
Note for US Residents
The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please dispose according to Local, State or Fed-
eral Laws.
About High Altitude mode
• Set[FANMODE]to[HIGHALTITUDE]whenusingtheprojectorataltitudesapproximately5000feet/1500meters
or higher.
• Usingtheprojectorataltitudesapproximately5000feet/1500metersorhigherwithoutsettingto[HIGHALTITUDE]
can cause the projector to overheat and the protector could shut down. If this happens, wait a couple minutes and
turn on the projector.
• Usingtheprojectorataltitudeslessthanapproximately5000feet/1500metersandsettingto[HIGHALTITUDE]
cancausethelamptoovercool,causingtheimagetoicker.Switch[FANMODE]to[AUTO].
• Usingtheprojectorataltitudesapproximately5000feet/1500metersorhighercanshortenthelifeofopticalcom-
ponents such as the lamp.
About Copyright of original projected pictures:
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 the following func-
tions may raise concern about the infringement of copyrights which are protected by copyright law.
[ASPECTRATIO],[KEYSTONE],Magnifyingfeatureandothersimilarfeatures.

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Table of Contents
Important Information............................................................................................i
1. Introduction.......................................................................................................... 1
➊What’s in the Box?......................................................................................................... 1
➋Introduction to the Projector .......................................................................................... 2
➌Part Names of the Projector .......................................................................................... 4
Front/Top.................................................................................................................. 4
Rear ......................................................................................................................... 4
Bottom...................................................................................................................... 5
Top Features ............................................................................................................ 6
Terminal Panel Features .......................................................................................... 6
❹Part Names of the Remote Control ............................................................................... 7
Battery Installation ................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control Precautions.................................................................................... 8
Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control........................................................ 8
2. Installation and Connections ..................................................................... 9
➊Setting Up the Screen and the Projector....................................................................... 9
Selecting a Location................................................................................................. 9
ThrowDistanceandScreenSize........................................................................... 10
➋Making Connections .................................................................................................... 12
Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer......................................................... 12
Connecting Your DVD Player with Component Output........................................... 13
Connecting Your VCR............................................................................................. 14
Connecting the Supplied Power Cable .................................................................. 15
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) .............................................. 16
➊Turning on the Projector .............................................................................................. 16
Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen)...................................... 17
➋Selecting a Source ...................................................................................................... 18
➌AdjustingthePictureSizeandPosition ....................................................................... 20
➍Adjusting Focus Manually............................................................................................ 24
➎Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually .................................................................... 25
➏OptimizingRGBPictureAutomatically ........................................................................ 27
➐Adjusting Volume Up & Down...................................................................................... 28
❽Turning off the Projector .............................................................................................. 28
❾After Use...................................................................................................................... 29
4. Convenient Features..................................................................................... 30
1Turning off the Image and Sound ................................................................................ 30
2FreezingaPicture ....................................................................................................... 30
Enlarging a Picture ...................................................................................................... 30
Changing Eco Mode.................................................................................................... 31
5CheckingEnergy-SavingEffect[CARBONMETER] ................................................... 32
6PreventingtheUnauthorizedUseoftheProjector[SECURITY] ................................. 33
7Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR) ............................................ 36

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5. Using the Viewer (NP64/NP54) ............................................................... 38
❶What you can do with the Viewer................................................................................. 38
❷Projecting images stored in a USB memory device (Basic operation) ........................ 41
❸Operating the slide screen........................................................................................... 44
❹Operating the thumbnail screen .................................................................................. 44
❺Using the Bluetooth®wireless technology to transmit images..................................... 49
6. Using On-Screen Menu................................................................................ 52
❶Using the Menus.......................................................................................................... 52
➋Menu Elements............................................................................................................ 53
➌List of Menu Items ....................................................................................................... 54
➍MenuDescriptions&Functions[SOURCE]................................................................ 56
COMPUTER .......................................................................................................... 56
VIDEO.................................................................................................................... 56
S-VIDEO ................................................................................................................ 56
VIEWER (NP64/NP54) .......................................................................................... 56
➎MenuDescriptions&Functions[ADJUST].................................................................. 57
[BASIC].................................................................................................................. 57
[IMAGE OPTIONS]................................................................................................ 60
➏MenuDescriptions&Functions[SETUP].................................................................... 64
[GENERAL]............................................................................................................ 64
[MENU] .................................................................................................................. 66
[INSTALLATION].................................................................................................... 68
[OPTIONS(1)]........................................................................................................ 71
[OPTIONS(2)] ........................................................................................................ 72
❼MenuDescriptions&Functions[INFO.]...................................................................... 75
[USAGE TIME]....................................................................................................... 75
[SOURCE].............................................................................................................. 76
[VERSION]............................................................................................................. 76
➑MenuDescriptions&Functions[RESET].................................................................... 77
7. Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 78
➊Cleaning the Lens and Focus Sensor ......................................................................... 78
➋Cleaning the Cabinet................................................................................................... 78
➌Replacing the Lamp and the Cooling Pump................................................................ 79
8. Appendix............................................................................................................... 83
➊Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................... 83
➋Specifications .............................................................................................................. 86
➌Cabinet Dimensions .................................................................................................... 88
➍Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector .......................................... 89
➎Compatible Input Signal List........................................................................................ 90
➏PC Control Codes and Cable Connection................................................................... 91
➐Troubleshooting Check List.......................................................................................... 92
➑TravelCare Guide......................................................................................................... 94

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➊What’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
Power cable
(US: 7N080228)
(EU: 7N080017)
VGA signal cable
(7N520073)
NEC Projector CD-ROM
User’s manual
(7N951461)
Quick Setup Guide
(7N8N0711)
Important Infomation
(For North America: 7N8N0651)
(For Other countries than
North America: 7N8N0651 and
7N8N 0661)
1. Introduction
Remote control
(7N90 0881)
Batteries (AAA × 2)
Soft case
(24BS7901)
For North America only
Registrationcard
Limitedwarranty
For customers in Europe:
You will nd our current valid Guarantee
PolicyonourWebSite:
http://www.nec-display-solutions.com