NEC VT46 user manual Making Connections, Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer

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Making Connections

NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect between the projector and the notebook PC before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases signal cannot be output from RGB output unless the notebook PC is turned on after connecting with the projector.

*If the screen goes blank while using your remote control, it may be the result of the computer's screen-saver or power management software.

*If you accidentally hit the POWER (ON/STAND BY) button on the remote control, wait 60 seconds and then press the POWER (ON/STAND BY) button again to resume.

Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer

AUDIO IN

RGB IN

Audio cable (not supplied)

IBM PC or Compatibles (Desktop type) or Macintosh (Desktop type)

PHONE

RGB signal cable (supplied)

To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the pro- jector. It is recommended that you use a commercially available distribution amplifier if connecting a signal cable longer than the supplied one.

NOTE: For older Macintosh, use a commercially available pin adapter (not supplied) to connect to your Mac's video port.

Connecting your PC or Macintosh computer to your projector will en- able you to project your computer's screen image for an impressive pre- sentation.

To connect to a PC or Macintosh, simply:

1. Turn off the power to your projector and computer.

PHONE

IBM VGA or Compatibles (Notebook type) or Macintosh (Notebook type)

2.Use the supplied signal cable to connect your PC or Macintosh to the projector.

3.Turn on the projector and the computer.

4.If the projector goes blank after a period of inactivity, it may be caused by a screen saver installed on the computer you've connected to the projector.

To connect SCART output (RGB)

Before connections: An exclusive SCART adapter (ADP-SC1) and a commercially available SCART cable are required for this connection.

NOTE: Audio signal is not available for this connection.

RGB IN

Projector

Video equipment

such as DVD player

 

To RGB IN

Commercially available Female

ADP-SC1

SCART cable

 

1.Turn off the power to the projector and your video equipment.

2.Use the NEC ADP-SC1 SCART adapter and a commercially avail- able SCART cable to connect the RGB input of your projector and a SCART output (RGB) of your video equipment.

3.Turn on the power to the projector and your video equipment.

4.Use the RGB button on the projector cabinet to select the RGB input.

5.Press the MENU button on the projector cabinet to display the menu.

6.From the menu, select [Advanced] [Signal Select RGB] [Scart]. SCART is a standard European audio-visual connector for TVs, VCRs and DVD players. It is also referred to as Euro-connector.

NOTE: The ADP-SC1 SCART adapter is obtainable from your NEC dealer in Eu- rope. Contact your NEC dealer in Europe for more information.

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Contents VT46 Safety Cautions Fire and Shock Precautions Lamp ReplacementWhats in the Box? Table of Contents Features youll enjoy IntroductionIntroduction to the Projector Congratulations on Your Purchase of The VT46 ProjectorPart Names of the Projector Top Features Terminal Panel Features Part Names of the Remote Control Battery Installation Remote Control PrecautionsOperating Range for Wireless Remote Control Installation and Connections Setting Up the Screen and the ProjectorSelecting a Location Distance Chart Do not attempt to install the projector yourselfThrow Distance and Screen Size Reflecting the ImageConnecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer Making ConnectionsTo connect Scart output RGB Connecting Your DVD Player RGBConnecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player Connecting the Supplied Power CableProjecting AN Image Basic Operation Turning on the ProjectorSelecting a Source Selecting the computer or video sourceAdjusting the Picture Size and Position Adjust the Tilt FootCorrecting the Vertical Keystone Distortion FocusTurning Up or Down Volume Adjusting the Image Using Auto AdjustTurning off the Projector To turn off the projectorUsing ON-SCREEN Menu Using the MenusBasic Menu Operation List of Menu Items Menu Elements Menu Descriptions & Functions PictureImage Setup AdvancedTo disable the Security function Enabling High Speed Fan Mode High Speed Fan ModeSelecting Signal Format Signal Select Page2 Enabling Power Management Power ManagementDefault InformationMaintenance Replacing the LampTo replace the lamp Cleaning Cleaning or Replacing the FilterCleaning the Cabinet and the Lens To replace the filter spongeTroubleshooting Power IndicatorStatus Indicator Lamp IndicatorCommon Problems & Solutions Check These Items Does not turn onSpecifications Model Number VT46 OpticalCabinet Dimensions Pin Assignments of D-Sub RGB Input ConnectorMini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector Pin No RGB Signal Analog YCbCr SignalCompatible Input Signal List SXGA+PC Control Codes Cable Connection Communication ProtocolTravelCare a service for international travelers Services offered with TravelCareTerm of warranty TravelCare GuideService are offered Asia and Middle EastApplication Sheet for TravelCare Service Program Condition of your TravelCare Service Program