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Portable Projector
V300X/V260X/V230X/
V260/V230/V300W/V260W
User’s Manual
The V230X, V230 and V260W are not distributed in North America.
Model No.:
NP-V300X, NP-V260X, NP-V230X,
NP-V260, NP-V230, NP-V300W, NP-V260W
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1st edition, June 2011 • 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 Vista, Internet Explorer, .NET Framework and PowerPoint are either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • MicroS
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Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC 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. T
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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
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Important Information 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˚ 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 4 inches (10cm) of space between your projector
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Important Information - 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 cord and any other cables before carrying the projector. • Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord before cleaning the cabinet or replacing the lamp. • Turn off the projecto
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Important Information CAUTION: • DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot. Turn the projector off and then disconnect the power cord. 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 L
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Table of Contents Important Information ............................................................................................i 1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 1 1 What’s in the Box? ......................................................................................................... 1 Introduction to the Projector ................................................................................
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Table of Contents Turning Up or Down Volume ........................................................................................ 28 7 Turning off the Projector .............................................................................................. 29 After Use...................................................................................................................... 30 4. Convenient Features ................................................................................
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1. Introduction 1 What’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 Lens cap (24F45801) Power cord Computer cable (VGA) Remote control Batteries (AAAx2) (US: 7N080236) (7N520073) (7N900923) (EU: 7N080022) (Brazil: 7N080520) For North America only Registration card Limited warranty For customers in Europe: You will find our current
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1. Introduction Introduction to the Projector This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls. Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector ® This DLP projector is one of the very best projectors available today. The projector enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches (measured diagonally) from your PC or Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook), VCR, DVD player or document camera. You can use the projector on a tabletop or cart, yo
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1. Introduction • AUTO POWER ON and AUTO POWER OFF features The DIRECT POWER ON, AUTO POWER ON(COMP.), AUTO POWER OFF, and OFF TIMER features eliminate the need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or projector cabinet. • Preventing unauthorized use of the projector Enhanced smart security settings for keyword protection, cabinet control panel lock, security slot, chain opening to help prevent unauthorized access, adjustments and theft deterrence. • The supplied remote contro
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1. Introduction Part Names of the Projector Front/Top Zoom Lever (→ page 25) Controls Focus Ring (→ page 5) (→ page 25) Remote Sensor (→ page 8) Ventilation (outlet) Heated air is ex- hausted from here. Ventilation (inlet) Lens Built-in Security Slot ( )* Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever Security chain opening (→ page 24) Attach an anti-theft device. The security chain opening accepts Adjustable Tilt Foot Lens Cap security wires or chains up to 0.18 (→ page 24) inch/4.6 mm in diameter. * This se
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1. Introduction Top Features 7 8 9 10 5 6 1 2 3 4 → 6. SOURCE Button (→ page 22) 1. POWER Button (ON / STAND BY) ( ) ( page 20, 29) 7. MENU Button (→ page 52) 2. POWER Indicator (→ page 19, 20, 29, 84) 8. △▽◁▷ / Keystone △▽ / Volume ◁▷ Buttons (→ page 26, 28, 31) → 3. STATUS Indicator ( page 84) 9. ENTER Button 4. LAMP Indicator (→ page 81, 84) 10. EXIT Button 5. AUTO ADJ. Button (→ page 28) 5
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1. Introduction Terminal Panel Features V300X/V260X/V300W/V260W 9 1 3 5 8 4 2 7 6 1. COMPUTER 1 IN/ Component Input Connector 4. PC CONTROL Port (D-Sub 9 Pin) (→ page 94) (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) (→ page 13, 14, 15) Use this port to connect a PC or control system. AUDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) (→ page 13, 14, This enables you to control the projector using serial 15) communication protocol. If you are writing your own program, typical PC control codes are on page 94. 2. COMPUTER 2 IN/ Compo
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1. Introduction Part Names of the Remote Control 1 3 10. HDMI Button 7 (→ page 22) 2 5 11. VIEWER Button 6 (not available on this series of projectors) 4 10 12. NETWORK Button 8 (not available on this series of projectors) 15 9 13. USB DISPLAY Button 11 13 (not available on this series of projectors) 14 12 14. ID SET Button 17 16 (→ page 69) 19 18 15. Numeric Keypad Button/CLEAR Button 20 (→ page 69) 21 16. FREEZE Button 25 (→ page 31) 22 27 17. AV-MUTE Button 24 (→ page 31) 23 28 18
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1. Introduction Battery Installation 1 2 3 Press firmly and slide the battery Install new batteries (AAA). Ensure Slip the cover back over the bat- cover off. that you have the batteries’ polarity teries until it snaps into place. Do (+/−) aligned correctly. not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries. 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,
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300" 240" 200" 180" 150" 120" 100" 80" 60" 40" 30" 2. Installation and Connections This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Your projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: Set up a screen and the projector. 1 Connect your computer or video equip- ment to the projector. See pages 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18. Connect the supplied power cord. See page 19. NOTE: Ensure that the power cord and any oth
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300" 240" 200" 180" 150" 120" 100" 80" 60" 40" 2. Installation and Connections Selecting a Location [V300W/V260W] The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The minimum size the image can be is 30" (0.76 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 41 inches (1.0 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" (7.6 m) when the projector is about 413 inches (10.5 m) from the wall or screen. Use the chart below as a rough guide
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2. Installation and Connections Throw Distance and Screen Size The following shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the table to determine the position of installation. Distance Chart C Screen center B Screen bottom D 2.7"/68 mm Lens center Installation surface V300X/V260X/V230X/V260/V230 Screen Size C a B D(WIDE) Diagonal Width Height Wide - Tele Wide - Tele inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm - inch mm inch mm degree - degree 30 762 24 610 18 457 12 297
