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Portable Projector
V300X/V260X/V230X/
V260/V230
User's Manual
The V230X and V230 are not distributed in North America.
Model No.:
NP-V300X, NP-V260X, NP-V230X,
NP-V260, NP-V230

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  • Page 1 Portable Projector V300X/V260X/V230X/ V260/V230 User’s Manual The V230X and V230 are not distributed in North America. Model No.: NP-V300X, NP-V260X, NP-V230X, NP-V260, NP-V230...
  • Page 2 • MicroSaver is a registered trademark of Kensington Computer Products Group, a division of ACCO Brands. • Virtual Remote Tool uses WinI2C/DDC library, © Nicomsoft Ltd. • HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • NVIDIA is a trademark or registered trademark of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and/or other coun- tries. • Crestron, Crestron Control, and Crestron RoomView are trademarks or registered trademarks of Crestron Elec- tronics, Inc. • Other product and company names mentioned in this user’s manual may be the trademarks or registered trade- marks of their respective holders. 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 profit or other matters deemed to result from using the Projector.

  • Page 3: Safety Cautions

    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.

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    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.
  • Page 5 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˚...

  • Page 6: Lamp Replacement

    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. •...
  • Page 7 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. •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Information ....................i 1. Introduction ......................1 1 What’s in the Box? ......................1  Introduction to the Projector ..................2 Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector ..........2 Features you'll enjoy: ....................2 About this user's manual ..................3 ...
  • Page 9 Table of Contents  Turning Up or Down Volume..................27 7 Turning off the Projector ....................28  After Use ........................29 4. Convenient Features ..................30 1 Turning off the Image and Sound ................30  Freezing a Picture ....................... 30 ...

  • Page 10: Important Information

    Registration card Limited warranty For customers in Europe: You will find our current valid Guarantee Policy on our Web Site: For North America NEC Projector CD-ROM www.nec-display-solutions.com Quick Setup Guide (7N8N1491) User’s manual Important Information (7N8N1471) (7N951582) For other countries than North...

  • Page 11: Introduction To The Projector

    S-video inputs with audio inputs (a pair of L/R RCA jacks). • projector with high resolution and high brightness ® High resolution display - up to UXGA compatible, XGA (V300X/V260X/V230X)/ SVGA (V260/V230) native resolu- tion.

  • Page 12: About This User's Manual

    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. •...

  • Page 13: Part Names Of The Projector

    1. Introduction  Part Names of the Projector Front/Top Zoom Lever (→ page 24) Controls Focus Ring (→ page 5) (→ page 24) 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 14: Top Features

    1. Introduction Top Features 6. SOURCE Button ( → page 21) 1. POWER Button (ON / STAND BY) ( ) ( → page 19, 7. MENU Button ( → page 51) 2. POWER Indicator ( → page 18, 19, 28, 83) 8.

  • Page 15: Terminal Panel Features

    AUDIO OUT Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) ( → page 13) 8. LAN Port (RJ-45) ( → page 17) 9. HDMI Connector ( → page 12, 16) V230X/V260/V230 1. MONITOR OUT Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) ( → 5. AUDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) page 13) ( →...

  • Page 16: Part Names Of The Remote Control

    28. PICTURE Button (→ page 56, 57) (COMPUTER3 is not available on all the projector models. COMPUTER2 is not available on V230X/ 29. VOL. (+)(–) Button V260/V230.) (→ page 27) 7. AUTO ADJ. Button 30. ASPECT Button (→ page 27) (→...

  • Page 17: Battery Installation

    1. Introduction Battery Installation 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.

  • Page 18: Installation And Connections

    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. ...

  • Page 19: Throw Distance And Screen Size

    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 Screen center Screen bottom 2.7"/68 mm Lens center Installation surface Screen Size D(WIDE)

  • Page 20: Reflecting The Image

    Contact your NEC dealer is required. Contact your NEC dealer if you need a mirror for more information. system. If you're using a mirror system and your image is inverted, use the MENU and ...

  • Page 21: Making Connections

    Usually, the combination of the ‘Fn” key along with one of the 12 function keys gets the external display to come on or off. For example, NEC laptops use Fn + F3, while Dell laptops use Fn + F8 key combinations to toggle through external display selections.

  • Page 22: Connecting An External Monitor

    2. Installation and Connections Connecting an External Monitor V300X/V260X MONITOR OUT COMP 1 Computer cable (VGA) (supplied) Computer cable (VGA) (not supplied) You can connect a separate, external monitor to your projector to simultaneously view on a monitor the computer analog image you’re projecting.

  • Page 23: Connecting Your Dvd Player With Component Output

    2. Installation and Connections Connecting Your DVD Player with Component Output Use audio equipment for stereo sound. The projector's built-in speaker is monaural. [V230X/V260/V230] V300X/V260X COMPUTER IN AUDIO IN COMPUTER 1 IN Optional 15-pin - to - RCA (female) ×3...

  • Page 24: Connecting Your Vcr

    2. Installation and Connections Connecting Your VCR Use audio equipment for stereo sound. The projector's built-in speaker is monaural. V230X/V260/V230 V300X/V260X AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO IN S-Video cable (not supplied) Stereo mini plug - to - RCA audio cable...

  • Page 25: Connecting Hdmi Input (V300X/V260X Only)

    2. Installation and Connections Connecting HDMI Input (V300X/V260X only) You can connect the HDMI output of your DVD player, hard disk player, Blu-ray player, or notebook type PC to the HDMI IN connector of your projector. NOTE: The HDMI IN connector supports Plug & Play (DDC2B). HDMI IN HDMI cable (not supplied) Use High Speed HDMI ®...

  • Page 26: Connecting To A Network (V300X/V260X Only)

    2. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Network (V300X/V260X only) The projector comes standard with a LAN port (RJ-45) which provides a LAN connection using a LAN cable. Using a LAN cable allows you to specify the Network Settings and the Alert Mail Settings for the projector over a LAN. To use a LAN connection, you are required to assign an IP address to the projector on the [PROJECTOR NETWORK SETTINGS] screen of the web browser on your computer.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Supplied Power Cord

    2. Installation and Connections Connecting the Supplied Power Cord Connect the supplied power cord to the projector. First connect the supplied power cord's three-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cord in the wall outlet. The projector will go into standby mode.

  • Page 28: Projecting An Image (Basic Operation)

    After you turn on your projector, ensure that the computer or video source is turned on and that your lens cap is removed. Steady orange light Blinking green light Steady green light (→ page 83) NOTE: When no signal is available, the NEC logo (default), blue, or black screen will be displayed. After a lapse of 45 seconds from when the projector displays a blue, black or logo screen, [ECO MODE] will always switch to [ON]. This is done only when [ECO MODE] is set to [OFF].

  • Page 29: Note On Startup Screen (Menu Language Select Screen)

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startup menu. This menu gives you the opportunity to select one of the 27 menu languages. To select a menu language, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 30: Selecting A Source

    1 → ... TIP: If no input signal is present, the input will be skipped. Using the Remote Control V230X/V260/V230: Press any one of the COMPUTER 1, VIDEO, and S-VIDEO buttons. V300X/V260X: Press any one of the COMPUTER 1, COMPUTER 2, HDMI, VIDEO, and S-VIDEO buttons.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Picture Size And Position

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Use the adjustable tilt foot, the zoom lever or the focus ring to adjust the picture size and position. In this chapter drawings and cables are omitted for clarity. Adjusting the throw angle (the height of an image) Adjusting the left and right tilt of an image [Tilt foot] (→...

  • Page 32: Adjust The Tilt Foot

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjust the Tilt Foot 1. Lift the front edge of the projector. CAUTION: Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet during Tilt Foot adjustment as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and after it is turned off.

  • Page 33: Zoom

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Zoom Use the ZOOM lever to adjust the image size on the screen. Zoom Lever Focus Use the FOCUS ring to obtain the best focus. Focus Ring...

  • Page 34: Correcting Keystone Distortion

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Correcting Keystone Distortion Correcting Keystone Distortion If the screen is tilted vertically, keystone distortion becomes large. Proceed with the following steps to correct keystone distortion NOTE: • The Keystone correction can cause an image to be slightly blurred because the correction is made electronically. • The Keystone correction range can be made narrower, depending on a signal or its aspect ratio selection. Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet 1.

  • Page 35: Adjusting With The Remote Control

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting with the remote control 1. Press the KEYSTONE button. The Keystone bar will be displayed. 2. Use the  or  button to correct the keystone distortion. Adjust so that the right and left sides are parallel. 3.

  • Page 36: Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing a computer image automatically. Press the AUTO ADJ. button to optimize a computer image automatically. This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the first time. [Poor picture] [Normal picture] NOTE:...

  • Page 37: Turning Off The Projector

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 7 Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector: 1. First, press the (POWER) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the remote con- trol. The [POWER OFF / ARE YOU SURE? /CARBON SAV- INGS- SESSION X.XXX[g-CO2]] message will appear.

  • Page 38: After Use

    3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)  After Use Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off. 1. Disconnect any other cables. 2. Retract adjustable tilt foot if extended. 3. Cover the lens with the lens cap.

  • Page 39: Convenient Features

    4. Convenient Features 1 Turning off the Image and Sound Press the AV-MUTE button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound. NOTE: Even though the image is turned off, the menu still remains on the screen.

  • Page 40: Changing Eco Mode

    [ON] Select this mode to increase the lamp life (approx. Steady Green light LAMP 90% Brightness on V260X/V230X/V260/V230 and STATUS approx.75% Brightness on V300X.) To turn on the [ECO MODE], do the following: 1. Press the ECO button on the remote control to display [ECO MODE] screen.

  • Page 41: Checking Energy-Saving Effect [Carbon Meter]

    4. Convenient Features  Checking Energy-Saving Effect [CARBON METER] This feature will show energy-saving effect in terms of CO emission reduction (kg) when the projector’s [ECO MODE] is set to [ON]. This feature is called [CARBON METER]. There are two messages: [TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS/TOTAL COST SAVINGS] and [CARBON SAVINGS-SESSION]. The [TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS/TOTAL COST SAVINGS] message shows the total amount of CO emission reduc- tion and the electricity cost savings from the time of shipment up to now.

  • Page 42: Preventing The Unauthorized Use Of The Projector [Security]

    4. Convenient Features  Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector [SECURITY] A keyword can be set for your projector using the Menu to avoid operation by an unauthorized user. When a keyword is set, turning on the projector will display the Keyword input screen. Unless the correct keyword is entered, the pro- jector cannot project an image.
  • Page 43 4. Convenient Features 7. Type in the same combination of  buttons and press the ENTER button. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [YES] and press the ENTER button. The SECURITY function has been enabled. To turn on the projector when [SECURITY] is enabled: 1.
  • Page 44 4. Convenient Features To disable the SECURITY function: 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed. 2. Select [SETUP] → [INSTALLATION] → [SECURITY] and press the ENTER button. The OFF/ON menu will be displayed. 3. Select [OFF] and press the ENTER button. The KEYWORD CONFIRMATION screen will be displayed.

  • Page 45: Using The Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (Np01Mr)

    4. Convenient Features 7 Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR) The optional remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer’s mouse functions from the remote control. It is a great convenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations. Connecting the remote mouse receiver to your computer If you wish to use the remote mouse function, connect the mouse receiver and computer.

  • Page 46: About Drag Mode

    4. Convenient Features Operating your computer’s mouse from the remote control You can operate your computer’s mouse from the remote control. PAGE / Button: scrolls the viewing area of the window or to move to the previous or next slide in Power- Point on your computer.

  • Page 47: Using The Computer Cable (Vga) To Operate The Projector (Virtual Remote Tool)

    8 Using the Computer Cable (VGA) to Operate the Pro- jector (Virtual Remote Tool) Using the utility software “Virtual Remote Tool” included on the companion NEC Projector CD-ROM, Virtual Remote screen (or toolbar) can be displayed on your computer screen.
  • Page 48 1 Insert the accompanying NEC Projector CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The folders in NEC Projector CD-ROM will be displayed. If the folders are not displayed, right-click the CD/DVD drive icon in Windows’ “Computer” (or “My Computer”) and select “Open”.
  • Page 49 4. Convenient Features 3 Click “Next”. “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” screen will be displayed. Read “END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT” carefully. 4 If you agree, click “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and then click “Next”. • Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation.
  • Page 50 4. Convenient Features TIP: Uninstalling Virtual Remote Tool Preparation: Exit Virtual Remote Tool before uninstalling. To uninstall Virtual Remote Tool, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 7 and Windows Vista) or “Computer Administrator” privilege (Windows XP). • For Windows 7/Windows Vista 1 Click “Start”...
  • Page 51 Windows Desktop. Start from the Start menu • Click [Start] → [All Programs] or [Programs] → [NEC Projector User Supportware] → [Virtual Remote Tool] → [Virtual Remote Tool]. When Virtual Remote Tool starts for the first time, “Easy Setup” window will be displayed.
  • Page 52 The Help screen will be displayed. • Displaying the help file using the Start Menu. 1. Click “Start”. “All programs” or “Programs”. “NEC Projector User Supportware”. “Virtual Remote Tool”. and then “Virtual Remote Tool Help” in this order. The Help screen will be displayed.

  • Page 53: Network Setting By Using An Http Browser (V300X/V260X Only)

    IP address of the projector has been set in the “HOSTS” file of the computer being used. Example 1: When the host name of the projector has been set to “pj.nec.co.jp”, access is gained to the network setting by specifying http://pj.nec.co.jp/index.html...

  • Page 54: Network Settings

    4. Convenient Features Network Settings http://<the projector’s IP address> /index.html DHCP ........Enabling this option automatically assigns an IP address to the projector from your DHCP server. Disabling this option allows you to register the IP address or subnet mask number obtained from your network administrator.
  • Page 55 DOMAIN NAME ......Type in the domain name of the network connected to the projector. Up to 60 alphanumeric characters can be used. If the domain name is unknown, type in the right side of @ in the sender’s address. Example: nec. com ALERT MAIL ......Checking [ENABLE] will turn on the Alert Mail feature.

  • Page 56: J Viewing 3D Images

    4. Convenient Features J Viewing 3D Images The projector provides 3D images to a user wearing commercially available LCD shutter eyeglasses. CAUTION Health precautions Before viewing, be sure to read health care precautions that may be found in the user’s manual included with your LCD shutter eyeglasses or your 3D compatible content such as DVDs, video games, computer's video files and the like.
  • Page 57 On-screen menu for 3D images Follow the steps to display the 3D menu. 1. Press the MENU button. The [SOURCE] menu will be displayed. [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X] 2. Press the  button twice. The [SETUP] menu will be displayed. 3. Press the  button once, and then press the  button five times.
  • Page 58 9. Press the MENU button once. The menu will disappear. Selecting input connected to a source of 3D images [COMPUTER / VIDEO / S-VIDEO] (V230X/V260/V230)/ [COMPUTER 1/COMPUTER 2/VIDEO/S-VIDEO (V300X/V260X) This function switches the 3D mode between ON and OFF for each input.
  • Page 59 4. Convenient Features Troubleshooting on viewing 3D images If images will not be displayed in 3D or 3D images appear as 2D, check the following table. Also refer to the user's manual accompanied with your 3D content or LCD shutter eyeglasses. Possible causes Solutions •...

  • Page 60: Using On-Screen Menu

    5. Using On-Screen Menu 1 Using the Menus NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the menu. NOTE: The commands such as ENTER, EXIT, , ...

  • Page 61: Menu Elements

    5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Elements Slide bar Solid triangle Available buttons Source Highlight Radio button ECO mode symbol High Altitude symbol O f f Ti m e r r e m a i n i n g Thermometer symbol time Key Lock symbol Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements:...

  • Page 62: List Of Menu Items

    5. Using On-Screen Menu  List of Menu Items Some menu items are not available depending on the input source. Menu Item Default Options COMPUTER (V230X/V260/V230) COMPUTER1, COMPUTER 2 (V300X/V260X) SOURCE HDMI (V300X/V260X) VIDEO S-VIDEO PRESET 1–6 HIGH-BRIGHT, PRESENTATION, VIDEO, MOVIE,...
  • Page 63 AUTO POWER ON(COMP.) (V230X/V260/V230) OFF, ON AUTO POWER ON(COMP1) (V300X/V260X) AUTO POWER OFF OFF, 0:05, 0:10, 0:20, 0:30 OPTIONS(2) V230X/V260/V230: LAST, AUTO, COMPUTER, VIDEO, S-VIDEO DEFAULT SOURCE SELECT LAST V300X/V260X: LAST, AUTO, COMPUTER1, COMPUTER2, HDMI, VIDEO, S-VIDEO CARBON CONVERT CURRENCY...

  • Page 64: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Source]

    5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE] [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X] COMPUTER (V230X/V260/V230) Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER IN input connector. NOTE: • When the component input signal is connected to the COMPUTER IN connector, select [COMPUTER]. • The projector will determine if the input signal is RGB or component signal. COMPUTER1 & COMPUTER2 (V300X/V260X) Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER 1 IN or COMPUTER 2 IN input connector.

  • Page 65: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Adjust]

    5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [PICTURE] [PRESET] This function allows you to select optimized settings for your projected image. You can adjust neutral tint for yellow, cyan or magenta. There are six factory presets optimized for various types of images. You can also use [DETAIL SETTINGS] to set user adjustable settings to customize each gamma or color.
  • Page 66 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Gamma Correction Mode [GAMMA CORRECTION] Each mode is recommended for: DYNAMIC ....Creates a high-contrast picture. NATURAL ....Natural reproduction of the picture. BLACK DETAIL ..Emphasizes detail in dark areas of the picture. Adjusting Color Temperature [COLOR TEMPERATURE] This option allows you to select the color temperature of your choice.
  • Page 67 5. Using On-Screen Menu [RESET] The settings and adjustments for [PICTURE] will be returned to the factory settings with the exception of the following; Preset numbers and [REFERENCE] within the [PRESET] screen. The settings and adjustments under [DETAIL SETTINGS] within the [PRESET] screen that are not currently selected will not be reset.

  • Page 68: Image Options

    5. Using On-Screen Menu [IMAGE OPTIONS] Adjusting Clock and Phase [CLOCK/PHASE] This allows you to manually adjust CLOCK and PHASE. CLOCK ....Use this item to fine tune the computer image or to remove any vertical banding that might appear. This function adjusts the clock frequencies that eliminate the horizontal banding in the image.
  • Page 69 5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position [HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL] Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically. - An image can be distorted during the adjustment of [CLOCK] and [PHASE]. This is not a malfunction. - Your manual adjustments for [CLOCK], [PHASE], [HORIZONTAL], and [VERTICAL] will be stored in memory for the current signal.
  • Page 70 V300X/V260X/ V230X: [Example 2] When the incoming sig- nal with the resolution of 800 x 600 is displayed on the V260/V230: NOTE: • When a non-computer signal is displayed, the [NATIVE] is not available. • When you are displaying an RGB image with a higher resolution than the projector's native resolution such as SXGA, the image will be displayed in the projector’s native resolution (XGA)
  • Page 71 5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting the Vertical Position of Image [POSITION] (only when [16:9], [15:9], or [16:10] is selected for [ASPECT RATIO]) When [16:9], [15:9], or [16:10] is selected in [ASPECT RATIO], the image is displayed with black borders on the top and bottom.

  • Page 72: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Setup]

    5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [GENERAL] Correcting Vertical Keystone Distortion Manually [KEYSTONE] You can correct vertical distortion manually. (→ page 25) TIP: When this option is highlighted, pressing the ENTER button will display its slide bar for adjustment. Saving Vertical Keystone Correction [KEYSTONE SAVE] This option enables you to save your current keystone settings. OFF ......
  • Page 73 Status of LAMP indicator This is the Default setting (100% Brightness). Select this mode to increase the lamp life (approx. 90% Brightness on V260X/V230X/ Steady Green light V260/V230 and approx.75% Brightness on V300X.) NOTE: • The [LAMP LIFE REMAINING] and [LAMP HOURS USED] can be checked in [USAGE TIME]. Select [INFO.] → [USAGE TIME]. (→ page 76) • The projector will always enter into the [ECO MODE] [ON] condition for 90 seconds immediately after the projector is turned on.
  • Page 74 5. Using On-Screen Menu [MENU] Selecting Menu Color [COLOR SELECT] You can choose between two options for menu color: COLOR and MONOCHROME. Turning On / Off Source Display [SOURCE DISPLAY] This option turns on or off input name display such as COMPUTER, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and No Input to be displayed on the top right of the screen.
  • Page 75 Selecting a Color or Logo for Background [BACKGROUND] Use this feature to display a blue/black screen or logo when no signal is available. The default background is [LOGO]. TIP: The logo can be changed. For more information about how to change the logo, please consult your NEC or NEC-designated service station. If you cannot find one in your area, ask your dealer. NOTE: Your setting will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu.
  • Page 76 5. Using On-Screen Menu [INSTALLATION] Selecting Projector Orientation [ORIENTATION] This reorients your image for your type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection. DESKTOP FRONT CEILING REAR DESKTOP REAR CEILING FRONT Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [CONTROL PANEL LOCK] This option turns on or off the CONTROL PANEL LOCK function.
  • Page 77 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Communication Speed [COMMUNICATION SPEED] This feature sets the baud rate of the PC Control port (D-Sub 9P). It supports data rates from 4800 to 38400 bps. The default is 38400 bps. Select the appropriate baud rate for your equipment to be connected (depending on the equip- ment, a lower baud rate may be recommended for long cable runs).
  • Page 78 • When you wish to cool down the temperature inside the projector quickly, select [HIGH]. • It is recommended that you select High speed mode if you use the projector non-stop for consecutive days. • If you use the projector at altitudes approximately 5500 feet/1700 meters (3000 feet/900 meters on V300X) or higher, you are recommended to set [FAN MODE] to [HIGH ALTITUDE]. Failure to do so may cause the projector to overheat , resulting in mal- function. High altitude V300X V260X/V230X/V260/V230 12000 ft (3600 m) [HIGH ALTITUDE] for [FAN MODE] [HIGH ALTITUDE] for [FAN MODE] 5° to 30°C 5° to 30°C 8500 ft (2600 m) (ECO MODE ON only)
  • Page 79 5. Using On-Screen Menu Enabling or Disabling WXGA Mode [WXGA MODE] Selecting [ON] will give priority to a WXGA (1280 x 768) signal in recognizing an input signal. When [WXGA MODE] is set to [ON], an XGA (1024 x 768) signal may not be recognized. In this case, select [OFF]. Setting HDMI [HDMI SETTINGS] (V300X/V260X) Make the settings for video level and audio level when connecting HDMI equipment such as a DVD player.
  • Page 80 5. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(2)] Selecting Power-saving in [STANDBY MODE] The projector has two standby modes: [NORMAL] and [POWER-SAVING]. The POWER-SAVING mode is the mode that allows you to put the projector in the power-saving condition which consumes less power than the NORMAL mode. The projector is preset for NORMAL mode at the factory. NORMAL ....
  • Page 81 5. Using On-Screen Menu Turning On the Projector By Applying Computer Signal [AUTO POWER ON(COMP.) for V230X/V260/ V230 [AUTO POWER ON(COMP1) ] for V300X/V260X] When the projector is in Standby mode, applying a computer signal from a computer connected to the COMPUTER IN input (COMPUTER 1 IN on V300X/V260X) will power on the projector and simultaneously project the computer’s image.
  • Page 82 5. Using On-Screen Menu Changing currency setting and currency convert setting [CURRENCY CONVERT] Changes currency setting and currency convert setting for CARBON METER. The initial setting are as follows: US ........0.11 [$/kWh] EU Euro ......0.19 [€/kWh] Japanese Yen ......20 [¥/kWh] Chinese Yuan ......0.48 [¥/kWh] The initial settings for US dollar, EU Euro, and Japanese Yen are based on "Energy Prices and Taxes (second quarter 2010"...
  • Page 83 5. Using On-Screen Menu [3D] [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X] Selecting input connected to a source of 3D images [COMPUTER / VIDEO / S-VIDEO] (V230X/V260/V230)/ [COMPUTER 1/COMPUTER 2/VIDEO/S-VIDEO] (V300X/V260X) [3D] This function switches the 3D mode between ON and OFF for each input.
  • Page 84 5. Using On-Screen Menu NOTE: This function will not work for VIDEO or S-VIDEO source. This option is available only when [DLP® Link] is selected for [GLASSES]. [L/R INVERT] Change the setting if you have difficulty seeing 3D images. NON-INVERT ......Normal setting. INVERT .......Changes the order of displaying the images for left eye and right eye. NOTE: This option is available only when [DLP® Link] is selected for [GLASSES].

  • Page 85: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Info.]

    To dismiss this message, press any button on the projector or the remote control. Lamp life(H) ECO MODE Replacement lamp 3500 5000 NP13LP (V260X/V230X/V260/V230) 3000 5000 NP18LP (V300X) • [TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS] This displays the estimated carbon saving information in kg. The carbon footprint factor in the carbon saving...
  • Page 86 5. Using On-Screen Menu [SOURCE 1] [SOURCE 2] [RESOLUTION] [SIGNAL TYPE] [HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY] [VIDEO TYPE] [VERTICAL FREQUENCY] [BIT DEPTH] (V300X/V260X) [SYNC TYPE] [VIDEO LEVEL] (V300X/V260X) [SYNC POLARITY] [3D SIGNAL] [SCAN TYPE] [WIRED LAN] (V300X/V260X only) [VERSION] [PROJECTOR NAME] [IP ADDRESS] [FIRMWARE] Version [SUBNET MASK] [GATEWAY]...

  • Page 87: Menu Descriptions & Functions [Reset]

    5. Using On-Screen Menu  Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET] [V230X/V260/V230] [V300X/V260X] Returning to Factory Default [RESET] The RESET feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset for a (all) source (s) except the following: [CURRENT SIGNAL] Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels.

  • Page 88: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the cabinet and the lens, and replace the lamp. 1 Cleaning the Cabinet and the Lens 1. Turn off the projector before cleaning. 2. Clean the cabinet periodically with a damp cloth. If heavily soiled, use a mild detergent. Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or thinner.

  • Page 89: Replacing The Lamp

    Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your NEC dealer for lamp replacement.
  • Page 90 6. Maintenance 1. Remove the lamp cover. (1) Loosen the lamp cover screw • The lamp cover screw is not removable. (2)Push and slide the lamp cover off. 2. Remove the lamp housing. (1) Loosen the three screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condi- tion.
  • Page 91 (1) Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket. CAUTION Do not use a lamp other than the NEC replacement lamp NP18LP(V300X)/NP13LP(V260X/V230X/V260/V230). Order this from your NEC dealer. (2)Push the top center of the lamp housing to secure it.

  • Page 92: Appendix

    7. Appendix 1 Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator Condition Projector Condition Note The power cord is unplugged. – Blinking light Green 0.5 sec On, The projector is getting ready to turn on.
  • Page 93 7. Appendix Common Problems & Solutions (→ “Power/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 83.) Problem Check These Items Does not turn on • Check that the power cord is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control or shut down is on.
  • Page 94 “Fn” key along with one of the 12 function keys gets the external display to come on or off. For example, NEC laptops use Fn + F3, while Dell laptops use Fn + F8 key combinations to toggle through external display selections.

  • Page 95: Specifications

    7. Appendix  Specifications This section provides technical information about the V300X/V260X/V230X/V260/V230 projector's performance. Optical V300X V260X V230X V260 V230 Projection System Single DLP chip (0.55”, aspect 4:3) ® Resolution 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) 800 × 600 pixels(SVGA) Manual zoom and focus Lens F=2.41-2.55, f=21.8-24.0mm...
  • Page 96 HDCP and might not be displayed due to the decision/intention of the HDCP community (Digital Content Protec- tion, LLC). An image with higher or lower resolution than the projector’s native resolution (V300X/V260X/V230X: 1024 × 768 and V260/V230: 800 × 600) will be displayed with scaling technology. Mechanical V300X...

  • Page 97: Cabinet Dimensions

    7. Appendix  Cabinet Dimensions V300X/V260X V230X/V260/V230 310(12.2) Lens center 96(3.8) Lens center Unit: mm (inch)

  • Page 98: Pin Assignments Of D-Sub Computer Input Connector

    7. Appendix  Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) YCbCr Signal 11 12 13 14 15 Green or Sync on Green Blue Ground Signal Level Ground Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Red Ground Cr Ground Sync signal : TTL level...

  • Page 99: Compatible Input Signal List

    720 × 4:3/16:9 Composite Video/S-Video Refresh Rate Signal Aspect Ratio ( Hz ) NTSC *1 Native resolution on SVGA model (V260/V230) *2 Native resolution on XGA model (V300X/V260X/V230X PAL60 *3 Supports [OVER/UNDER] SECAM *4 Reduced Blanking (RB) signal) Resolution Refresh Rate...

  • Page 100: Pc Control Codes And Cable Connection

     PC Control Codes and Cable Connection PC Control Codes Function Code Data POWER ON POWER OFF INPUT SELECT COMPUTER (V230X/V260/V230) INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 1 (V300X/V260X)) INPUT SELECT COMPUTER 2 (V300X/V260X) INPUT SELECT HDMI (V300X/V260X) INPUT SELECT VIDEO INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO...

  • Page 101: Troubleshooting Check List

    7. Appendix 7 Troubleshooting Check List Before contacting your dealer or service personnel, check the following list to be sure repairs are needed also by referring to the “Troubleshooting” section in your user’s manual. This checklist below will help us solve your problem more efficiently.
  • Page 102 Native resolution: Refresh rate: Video adapter: Other: Projector DVD player Video equipment Signal cable VCR, DVD player, Video camera, Video game or other NEC standard or other manufacturer’s cable? Model number: Length: inch/m Manufacturer: Distribution amplifier Model number: Model number: Switcher...

  • Page 103: Travelcare Guide

    7. Appendix  TravelCare Guide TravelCare - a service for international travelers This product is eligible for “TravelCare”, NEC’s unique international warranty and repair service. For more information on TravelCare service, visit our website (in English only). http://www.nec-display.com/dl/en/pj_support/travel_care.html 9 TCO Certification Some models in this product family are TCO certified.
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