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Projector
NP4100/NP4100W
User’s Manual
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First edition December 2008 • DLP, BrilliantColor and DynamicBlack are trademarks of Texas Instruments. • IBM is a trademark or registered trademark of International Business Machines Corpora- tion. • Macintosh, Mac OS X and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • Windows, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Micro
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Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC NP4100/NP4100W projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the bottom of your projector. Record it here: 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,
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Important Information Laser Rating This mark is on the top This label is on the side of the remote control. of the remote control. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. CAUTION Do not look into the laser pointer while it is on and do not point the laser beam at a person. Serious injury could result. Disposing of your used product EU-wide legislation as implemented
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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 Amer- ica, Inc. in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regulation 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 de
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Important Information • 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 in- stallation must be in accordance with any local building codes. Please consult your dealer for more information. CAUTION: When shipping t
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Important Information Fire and Shock Precautions • Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside your projector. Allow at least 8 inches (20cm) of space be- tween your projector and a wall. • Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet on the rear 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 f
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Important Information • Turn off the projector, unplug the power cable and have the projector serviced by qualified 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.
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Important Information 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 fire. • 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.
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Important Information [Important 1] Operating the Lamp Continuously If using the projector continuously for a long period, use of the menu (OSD) is recom- mended in order to properly cycle the lamps as described below. To use the projector continuously in the dual lamp mode Allow 2 hours per day of non usage time per lamp. Do this for both lamps at the same time or for “Lamp 1” and “Lamp 2” at separate 2 hour intervals. To use the projector continuously in single lamp mode Use the two l
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Important Information [Important 2] Clearance for Installing the Projector Allow ample clearance between the projector and its surroundings as shown below. Avoid installing the projector in a place where air movement from the HVAC is directed at the projector. Heated air from the HVAC can be taken in by the projector's intake vent. If this happens, the temperature inside the projector will rise too high causing the over-temperature pro- tector to automatically turn off the projectors pow
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Important Information (3) Upward or downward projection: When using the projector in an upward projection angle, allow 1 m/ 40 inches or greater between the exhaust vent and the wall. When using the projector in a downward projection angle, allow 0.5 m/ 20 inches or greater between the exhaust vent and the wall. x
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Table of Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION............................................................................................................. I SAFETY CAUTIONS................................................................................................................................I 1. INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................................1 WHAT’S IN THE BOX? ..................................
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Table of Contents Lens Shift Adjustable Range .....................................................................................................43 From the Remote Control Unit ..................................................................................................43 Adjusting the Projector Level.....................................................................................................45 OPTIMIZING AN RGB IMAGE AUTOMATICALLY.............................................
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Table of Contents Version........................................................................................................................................104 RESET MENU DESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS ..........................................................................106 6. MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................107 CLEANING THE PROJECTOR ................................................
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1. Introduction What’s in the Box? Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: NP4100/NP4100W Projector Remote Control (79TD5521) (with Two AA alkaline batteries) North America (AC 120V) Quick setup guide (79TD5701) (79TD6151) Important Information Europe (79TD6141) (AC 230V) For North America Only: (79TD5711) Registration Card Limited Warranty Remote Cable For Europe only: 10m/33ft Guarantee Policy (79TD5481) Anti-T
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1. Introduction Introduction to the Projector Features you’ll enjoy: DLP projector with high resolution Native WXGA support (NP4100W only) A WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution provides wide screen display with an aspect ratio of 16:10. High brightness High brightness output of 6200 and 5500 lumens (NP4100 and NP4100W respec- tively) is achieved using the 4-segment color wheel. Dual Lamp system Two lamp system offers increased lamp life and energy savings along with redundancy. Extensi
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1. Introduction Part Names of the Projector Front-right view ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 12 Lamp cover Remove cover to replace lamp or color wheel 112 2. 3. Lens control panel See Lens Controls 7 OSD control panel See OSD Controls and Status LEDS 4. 8 I/O connector panel Connect various input devices 10 5. 6. Intake vent Lamp cooling vent – do not obstruct — Speakers Built-in stereo speakers — 7. 8. Height
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1. Introduction Top View ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: Lens control panel See 3Lens Controls 1. 7 — 2. Right-hand speaker Right-hand speaker Lamp cover Remove cover to replace lamp or color wheel 112 3. — 4. Exhaust vent Exhaust vent – do not obstruct OSD control panel See 3OSD Controls and Status LEDS 8 5. Rear intake vent Rear cooling intake – do not obstruct — 6. — 7. Left intake vent Left-hand cooling intake – do not obstruct 4
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1. Introduction Carrying the Projector Always carry your projector by the handle. Before moving or carrying the projector, disconnect the power cable and any other ca- bles that may be attached to it. When moving the projector or when the projector is not in use, cover the lens with the lens cap. To extend the projector handle, refer to the following guide. 1. Stand the projector on its end with the control panels at the bottom. Note: Stand the projector on its end by lifting the cabine
