NEC VT48 Series User manual

Easy to use and at the right price, the VT Series projectors provide all the
essential features that you need to connect with your audience.
ESSENTIAL FEATURES FOR EASE OF USE.
°Plug and play intuitive setup and operation.
°Quick start up lets you begin presenting in seconds.
°Bright images easily viewed in any application.
°Versatile color-coded connections to computer, video sources and external monitor.
°Lightweight design for easy transport.
°Automatic keystone correction SquareShot™ technology instantly projects a square
image even when the projector is set up at a steep offset angle to the screen (VT580).
°Autosense™ intuitively syncs the projector with most computer signals and features one-
touch image optimization.
°One touch source changes and complete menu control using the intuitive projector
keypad.
VERSATILE FEATURES AND POWERFUL PERFORMANCE.
°With native resolutions up to XGA, high brightness up to 2000 lumens and patented NEC
technologies like Advanced AccuBlend™ and VORTEX™ Technology, the VT Series
displays impressive image quality.
°Vertical position of the image can be adjusted when the Cinema aspect (wide screen)
ratio is in use.
°Built-inwallcolor correctionpresets provide for adaptivecolor tone correction to display
properly on non-white surfaces.
°Focus in on details with up to 400% image magnification.
°Easy remote allows you to adjust lamp mode, aspect ratio, volume and image all with the
touch of a button.
°IR receiver can be connected to computer for remote mouse control (VT480, VT580).
°Variable audio-out enables remote control to be used to adjust volume of self-powered
external speakers that are connected to the projector (VT480, VT580).
°Dual computer inputs ensure quick switching between presentations (VT480, VT580).
SAVE MONEY,RESOURCES AND YOUR PROJECTOR.
°The VT Series projectorsare extremely affordable.
°Extended lamp life with Eco-mode™ technology that increases lamp life up to 4,000
hours (VT48).
°Nearly silent operation with noise level as low as 28dB (VT48)
°Automatic timer can be set to shut off the projector at selected time intervals.
°Power management enables projector to automatically turn off when an incoming signal is
not detected from any of the inputs.
°Password protection restricts unauthorized use of projector
°Cabinet control lock setting enables user to deactivate buttons on cabinet to prevent
unwanted changes to projector settings.
LONG LAMP LIFE
EASY TO USE
AUTOSENSE TECHNOLOGY
MONITOR OUTPUT
COLOR MANAGEMENT
Everything should be this easy
VT48, VT480 and VT580 digital projectors.

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All specifications subject to change without notice.
NEC Solutions (America), Inc.
Visual Systems Division
1250 Arlington Heights Rd., Suite 400
Itasca, IL 60143-1248
OPTICAL
Display Technology 0.6” LCD
Resolution VT48, VT480 Native: SVGA 800x600
Maximum: UXGA 1600x1200
VT580 Native: XGA 1024 x 768
Maximum: UXGA 1600x1200
Light Output (lumens) VT48 1600 normal/1200 eco
VT480, VT580 2000 normal/1600 eco
Contrast Ratio 600:1
Lamp Type VT48 150W DC
VT480, VT580 200W DC
Lamp Life (up to) VT48 3000 hours normal/4000 hours eco
VT480, VT580 2000 hours normal/3000 hours eco
Screen Size (diagonal) 21-300 in, 533-7620 mm
Throw Ratio VT48 1.8
VT480, VT580 1.5 - 1.8
Projection Distance VT48 3.0 to 36 ft, 0.9 to 11m
VT480, VT580 2.3 to 36.4 ft, 0.7 to 11.1m
Projection Angle VT48 8.4º to 8.7º
VT480, VT580 8.3º to 8.6º tele, 9.9º to 10.3º wide
Lens Zoom VT48 Digital
VT480, VT580 Manual
Focus Manual
F-#, f-# VT48 F=1.7, f=22.4mm
VT480, VT580 F=1.7 to 2.07mm, f=18.9 to 22.7mm
Keystone Correction VT48, VT480 Manual +/- 30º
VT580 Automatic/manual +/- 30º
SIGNAL COMPATIBILITY/CONNECTIVITY
Scan Rate Horizontal 15 to 100 kHz
Vertical 50 to 120 Hz
Supported Video NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-60, PAL-M, PAL-N, SECAM
Standards
SD/HD Video Signal 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i,Y/Cb/Cr component (with optional adapter – ADP-CV1)
Compatibility
PC Signal Compatibility VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, UXGA
Macintosh Compatibility Yes
Input/Output Terminals RGB 1 (analog) 15 pin all
RGB 2 (analog) 15 pin VT480, VT580
Video 1 RCA all
Video 2 S-Video all
Audio 1 1 set RCA all
Audio 2 mini VT480. VT580
Audio Out mini VAO VT480, VT580
Monitor Out 15 pin all
Audio 1W monaural
External Control RS232, IR
Sync Compatibility Separate Sync/Composite Sync/Sync on G
ELECTRICAL
Power Req. 100 - 240VAC, 50/60Hz
Input Current VT48 2.4/1A
VT480, VT580 3.1/1.3A
Power Consumption VT48 215W normal/178W eco
VT480, VT580 280W normal/221W eco
MECHANICAL
Installation Orientation Floor/Front, Floor/Rear, Ceiling/Front, Ceiling/Rear
Dimensions (WxDxH) 12.2x10.2x4.5 in, 309x258x112 mm
Net Weight 6.4 lbs, 2.9 kg
Fan Noise VT48 32 dB normal/25 dB eco
VT480, VT580 35 dB normal/29 dB eco
Regulations USA UL 1950 FCC Class B, Canada CSA950 (C-UL)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operational Temp 41° to 104°F / 5° to 40°C
Humidity 20-80% non-condensing
Storage 14° to 122°F / -10° to 50°C
WARRANTY
Registered owners receive a 3-year limited warranty including InstaCare. Includes three year limited warranty on parts and
one year limited warranty on labor. The lamp is covered for one year or 500 hours - whatever comes first. InstaCare provides
the original owner one year of either limited 3 business day repair/return or next business day exchange.
IN THE BOX
Carrying case, remote control, batteries, handle, power cord, RGB signal cable, lens cap, user’s manual on CD-ROM, quick
start guide, product registration card carrying case, remote, and remote mouse receiver (VT480 and VT580)
ACCESSORIES
Order Code Description
VT80LP Replacement lamp for VT48
VT85LP Replacement lamp for VT480 and VT580
VL80CM Ceiling mount
SCP100 Suspended ceiling plate
LEATHERCASE Protective leather carrying case with compartments for
projector and laptop
LEATHERROLLER Leather rolling case for projector and laptop
VT70ATA Molded shipping case for projector
ADP-CV1 Component video adapter
LTSCREEN 50” diagonal table top screen in compact carrying case
SC200 Security cable locks projector to table or cart
PWRCRD-VT70 Power cable
RGBCBL-PJPX RGB cable
VLIC03 3 year InstaCare service program
UNIQUE FEATURES
Advanced AccuBlend Ensures detailed images when non-native resolution
sources are connected to the projector.
Autosense Automatically syncs with any computer signal and
features one touch image optimization.
VORTEX™ Technology Plus Breakthrough image processing technology improves
white level, color accuracy,dynamic range and varying
levels of black in an image.
SquareShot™ Instantly project a squareimage even when the
projector is set up at a steep offset angle to the screen.
Eco-Mode™ Technology Extends lamp life, lowers audible noise and reduces total
cost of ownership.
Built-in Wall Color Correction Presets provide for adaptive color tone correction to
display properly on non-white surfaces.
Kensington Lock Slot Enables security cable to be attached to projector.
Image Magnification 64-step image magnification with location control.
Sleep Timer Count down timer can be set to automatically turn off
the projector.
Everything should be this easy
VT48, VT480 and VT580 digital projectors.
4.5”
(112 mm)
10.2”
(258 mm)
12.2”
(309 mm)