NEC MT 1020G /820G user manual Common Problems & Solutions, Problem Check These Items

Common Problems & Solutions

Problem	Check These Items
Does not turn on	• Check that the cord is plugged in and that the power switch on the back panel is
		on.
	•	Ensure that the air filter and filter panel are installed correctly. (See page E-29.)
	•	Check the status light to see if the projector has overheated or the lamp usage
		exceeds 2100 hours.
No picture	• Use the menu icons to select your source (Video, S-Video, RGB1 or 2). (See
		page E-24.)
	• Ensure your cables are connected properly.
	•	Use icons to adjust the brightness and contrast.
	• Remove the lens cap.
	•	Reset the settings or adjustments to factory preset levels using the RESET icon
		on the Settings Menu.
Image isn’t square to the screen	•	Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen.
Picture is blurred	•	Adjust the focus. (See page E-8 or E-12.)
	•	Reposition the projector to improve its angle to the screen.
	•	Ensure that the distance between the projector and screen is within the adjustment
		range of the lens.
Image is scrollingvertically,	•	Use icons to select the source you want to input.
horizontally or both	•	Make sure the recalled Custom Memory supports the current input signal.
Remote control does not work	•	Install new batteries. (See page E-29.)
	•	Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the projector.
	•	Stand within 23 feet (7m) of the projector.
Status indicator is lit or blinking	See the Status Light message chart on page E-30.
Cross color in RGB mode	If “Auto Picture” is off, turn it on. If “Auto Picture” is on, turn it off and balance
	the image with the Picture Adjustment icon and Fine Picture Adjustment icon.

The "LAMP USAGE 2000 HOURS" message will not appear when the freeze button is activated.

This section explains conditions that you will encounter when operating your MT1020G while dis- playing an SXGA (1280×1024) image.

•When a menu or message is displayed while an SXGA image is projected, several lines of informa- tion will be lost.

•When the "LAMP USAGE 2000 HOURS" message appears, several lines of information will be lost.

•SXGA images inherently display a 5 to 4 ratio, resulting in an image that appears to be smaller and more square than the 4 to 3 format commonly displayed.

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