MultiSync LT150/LT85 Micro-Portable Projector User’s Manual English
IMPORTANT INFORMATION RF Interference Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC MultiSync LT150/LT85 Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the bottom of your MultiSync LT150/LT85. Record it here: WARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by NEC Technologies in this manual.
Important Safeguards CAUTION These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings. Do not unplug the power cable from the wall outlet under any one of the following circumstances. Doing so can cause damage to the projector: Installation * While the Hour Glass icon appears. * While the message "Please wait a moment." appears. This message will be displayed after the projector is turned off.
Cleaning 1. Unplug 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. 3. Use a blower or lens paper to clean the lens, and be careful not to scratch or mar the lens. Lamp Replacement • To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on page E-52. • Be sure to replace the lamp when the message "Lamp Running Time is Over 1000 Hours!!" appears.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION Language ......................................................... E-40 Projector Pointer ............................................... E-40 Source Display ................................................. E-40 Direct Button (Volume Bar and Keystone Bar) . E-40 Menu Display Time ........................................... E-40 Setup ..................................................................... E-40 Orientation .....................................................
1. INTRODUCTION Introduction to the MultiSync LT150/LT85 Projector This section introduces you to your new MultiSync LT150 (XGA)/ LT85 (SVGA) Projector and describes the features and controls. • Congratulations on Your Purchase of The MultiSync LT150/LT85 Projector The MultiSync LT150/LT85 is one of the very best projectors available today.
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 MultiSync LT150/LT85 Projector. CEL LE CT U SE N EN T ER CAN PC CA A RD AD UTO JU AC ST CE SS ME SO UR CE O ST N / AN DB Y ST AT PO US WE R Projector Soft carrying case Lens cap CE UR SO M ENU TO U . A DJ A Vo l. ENT E R CT LE SE Vo l. MA GN PO IN IFY CANCEL TE R C.
Getting to Know Your MultiSync LT150/LT85 Projector Front/ Side Features Controls ENTER SE LE CT U PC CA A RD AD UTO JU AC ST CE SS NCEL N CA ME SO UR CE O ST N / AN DB Y ST AT PO US WE R Ventilation (inlet) Adjustable Tilt Foot Adjustable Tilt Foot Button Focus Ring Lens Remote Sensor Lens Cap Attaching the lens cap to the lens hood with the supplied string and rivet ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1.
Rear/ Side Features Monaural Speaker (0.
2 Top Features S TU R TA S WE O P / D N N O TA S 4 Y B R C 9 E 1 DIO C P AU U O S 3 10 5 C A U D N R A T TO S U U A J D A S S E C C ME CO IDE NT O RO T S-V PC C LE E S B ENTER RG CA L VID EO 7 US B PC 1. Power Button (ON / STAND BY) Use this button to turn the power on and off when the power is supplied and the projector is in standby mode. NOTE: To turn off the projector, press and hold this button for a minimum of two seconds. 2.
Terminal Panel Features S U O P R E W 1 / D N N O TA S 2 Y B E C R U O S 3 4 DIO C P AU CO NT 5 O RO CA 6 L VID U PC IDE N S-V T C LE E S B ENTER RG T TO S U U A J D A S S E C C A D R A C ME NCEL EO US B PC 7 CA RD AC 8 1. Audio Input Mini Jack (3.5 mm ∅) This is where you connect audio output from your computer, VCR, DVD player or laser disc player. A commercially available audio cable is required. 9 10 2.
Remote Control Features Supplied Remote Control 1 1. Infrared Transmitter Direct the remote control toward the remote sensor on the projector cabinet. 11 3. Select (▲▼䊴 䊳) / Volume (+) (–) Buttons ▲▼: Use these buttons to select the menu of the item you wish to adjust. When no menus appear, these buttons work as a volume control. 䊴 䊳: Use these buttons to change the level of a selected menu item. A press of the 䊳 button executes the selection.
Remote Control Battery Installation Operating Range NOTE: Remove the transparent insulation tape by pulling it before use. The infrared signal operates by line-of-sight up to a distance of approximately 22 feet (7m) and within a 60-degree angle of the remote sensor. The projector will not function if there are objects between the remote control and the remote sensor on the projector or if strong light falls on the remote sensor.
Optional Presentation Remote Control (PR50KIT) The PR50KIT enables your NEC projector and presentation control with the same remote. NOTE: If you are using a Macintosh computer, you can click either the rightclick or left-click button to activate the mouse. NOTE: If any one of the buttons is pressed and held for 60 seconds or more, the button operations will cease to operate. This is not a malfunction, rather it is a feature used to prolong battery power.
When you are in the Projector mode, which is indicated by lighting the PJ button: ▲▼: Use these buttons to select the menu of the item you wish to adjust. 䊴 䊳: Use these buttons to change the level of a selected menu item. A press of the 䊳 button executes the selection. When the pointer is displayed, these ▲▼ 䊴 䊳 buttons move the pointer. 15 15. Enter / Left Click Button When you are in the Computer mode, this button works as the mouse left button.
CA RD FY E D LI S O E UT V C-M PI ZE EE FR Remote Control Battery Installation L. FO LD ER E D LI S T S LI 1 Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. 2 Remove both old batteries and install new ones (AA). Ensure that you have the batteries' polarity (+/-) aligned correctly. 3 Slip the cover back over the batteries until it snaps into place. 28 28. Remote Jack Not available on this model.
Using Remote Mouse Receiver (not supplied with the LT150/LT85 projector) The remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer's mouse functions from the presentation remote control (Computer mode). It is a great convenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations. To return to the Projector mode, press the PJ button (lit red).
Switching operation mode between mouse and projector The three shaded buttons shown on the drawing work as a computer mouse in the Computer mode. In the Computer mode the PJ button is not lit. * When the MENU button is pressed, the PJ button lights red to indicate that you are in the Projector mode, which allows the projector menu operation using the three buttons.
2. INSTALLATION This section describes how to set up your MultiSync LT150/LT85 projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Setting up Your Projector Your MultiSync LT150/LT85 Projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: 1. Determine the image size. 2. Set up a screen or select a non-glossy white wall onto which you can project your image. Ensure that the power cable and any other cables connecting to video sources are disconnected before moving the projector.
Distance Chart C Lens Center D α Throw Distance Screen Top B Lens Offset from Center of Projector Screen Center 2.97” (75.5mm) C Throw Distance Screen Center B Lens Center D Screen Bottom 1.5”(38mm) α Projector feet B=Vertical distance between lens center and screen center D=Vertical distance between lens center and top of screen (bottom of screen for desktop) C=Throw distance α=Throw angle NOTE: Distances may vary +/-5%.
Wiring Diagram To video, S-video, and audio inputs on the projector. VCR, DVD Player or LaserDisc Player AUDIO Document Camera RGB RGB Signal cable (supplied) To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the projector. It is recommended that you use a commercially available distribution amplifier if connecting a signal cable longer than the supplied cable.
Connecting Your PC IBM VGA or Compatibles (Notebook type) RGB signal cable (supplied) To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the projector. It is recommended that you use a commercially available distribution amplifier if connecting a signal cable longer than the supplied one.
Connecting Your Macintosh Computer Macintosh (Notebook type) S TA P TU S O W E R / D N N O TA S B Y S O U R C E AU P DIO N T TO S U U A DJ A S S E C C A D R A C U S B T O RO C DE NT LE CO EN T ER PC E S-VI RGB Signal cable (supplied) ME C RG CAN L VIDE CEL O US B PC CA RD AC IN AU DIO RG BI AU NP DIO RG B S-V PC Audio cable (not supplied) UT CO IDE NT O RO L VID EO Macintosh (Desktop type) NOTE: The new Macintosh computer such as G3 will have the
Connecting Your DVD Player S DVD player TA P TU S O W E R / D N N O TA S B Y S O U R C E AU P DIO ME C U S B N T TO S U U A DJ A S S E C C A D R A C RG C T O RO LE DE NT EN T ER CO E S-VI PC CAN L VIDE CEL O US B PC CA RD AC IN Cr Cb RG Y AU Cr L R Cb RG PC White NP UT B S-V Y BI DIO CO IDE NT O RO L VID EO Red Optional 15-pin-to-RCA⳯3 cable (optional) (Component V ) Audio Equipment Audio cable (not supplied) L R White Red You can connect
Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player VCR/ Laser disc player S TA P TU S O W E R / D N N O TA S B Y S O U R C E AU P DIO C ME U S B N T TO S U U A DJ A S S E C C A D R A C RG C T O RO LE DE NT EN T ER CO E S-VI PC CAN L VIDE CEL O US B PC CA RD AC IN S-V AU L R S-video cable (not supplied) IDE O DIO RG VID B S-V White PC CO IDE NT EO O RO L VID EO Red Audio equipment Document camera Audio cable (not supplied) VID EO L R White Red Video cable
About Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startup screen. This screen gives you the opportunity to select one of the seven menu languages: English, German, French, Itilan, Spanish,Swedish and Japanese. To select a menu language, follow these steps: 1. Use the Select ▲ or ▼ button to select one of the seven languages for the menu. 2. Press the Enter button to execute the selection. 3.
3.OPERATION Connecting the Power Cable and Turn on the Projector To turn off the projector: First press the “POWER” button on the projector cabinet or the remote control for a minimum of two seconds. The power indicator will glow orange. After the projector turns off, the cooling fans keep operating for 90 seconds. NOTE: Do not disconnect the power cable during this time. Then, unplug the power cable. The power indicator will go out.
Press the Source button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to select “Video” (VCR, document camera, or laser disc player), S-Video”, “RGB” (computer or DVD with component output) or “PC Card Viewer” (slides on a CompactFlash card) to display the image. Or press the “Menu” button on the remote control or the cabinet and use the menu to select your video source: “Video”, “S-Video”, “RGB” or “PC Card Viewer”.
Adjust the Tilt Foot 1) Lift the front edge of the projector. 2) Press the Tilt button on the top of the projector to extend the adjustable tilt foot (maximum height). [Poor picture] EN T ER CAN CEL 1 Adjust the Image Using Auto Adjust The Auto Adjust function automatically optimizes the image in RGB mode. CT LE SE N U PC CA A RD AD UTO JU AC ST CE SS ME SO UR CE ON /STA ND BY 2 PO WE STA R TU S 1 [Normal picture] 3) Press and hold the Tilt button.
Basic Operation Volume control Selecting the computer or video source Sound level from the speaker on the projector can be adjusted. NOTE: When the menu or the pointer appears, you cannot adjust the volume. SOURCE AUTO ADJ. increase volume Vol. Volume bar SELECT Each time the Source button is pressed, the input source will change as follows: → RGB → Video → S-Video → PC Card Viewer Vol. decrease volume If no input signal is present, the input will be skipped.
Using Pointer 4. Return the image to the original size. You can use one of eight pointers to draw your audience's attention to the portion of a projected image you want. MAGNIFY POINTER Press the Pointer button to display the pointer. Correcting Keystone distortion (Optional presentation remote control) Press (+) or (-) to correct keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to make the top or bottom of the screen longer or shorter so that the projected image is rectangular. Vol. SELECT KEYSTONE Vol.
Using the Menus NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected. 2. Use the Select buttons ▲ or ▼ to highlight your selection and press the Enter button to place a check mark next to an option. This action enables that feature. Press the Enter button again to clear the check box. 1. Press the "Menu" button on the remote control or projector cabinet to display the Advanced Menu or Basic/Custom Menu.
Using a USB Mouse Using a USB mouse gives you a smooth operation. A commercially available USB mouse is required. NOTE:There may be some brands of USB mouse that the projector does not support. Operate the Menus using the USB mouse Mouse Cursor When connecting a USB mouse to the projector, you get a mouse cursor on the screen. Unless you use your USB mouse within 10 seconds, the mouse cursor disappears. Menu Display Clicking with a mouse button displays the menu. displays the pull-down menu.
Menu Tree Advanced Menu Source Select Picture Volume Image Options Projector Options Tools Help RGB Video S-Video PC Card Viewer Brightness/Contrast/Color/Hue/Sharpness Volume Keystone Color Temperature Gamma Correct Advanced Options Factory Default Normal/Natural 1/Natural 2 Aspect Ratio Noise Reduction Color Matrix White Balance Position/Clock Resolution Video Filter Normal/Zoom/Wide Zoom/Cinema Off/Low/Medium/High Select Color Matrix HDTV/SDTV Select Color Matrix Type B-Y/R-Y,Cb/Cr,Pb/Pr Brightness
Menu Elements Tab Title bar Help Button Close Button Highlight OK Button Cancel Button Solid triangle Check box Radio button Grip icon Tool bar Slide bar ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Title bar: Indicates the menu title. Highlight: Indicates the selected menu or item. Solid triangle: Indicates further choices are available.
Menu Descriptions & Functions Source Select Enables you to select a video source such as a VCR, DVD player, laser disc player, computer or document camera depending on what is connected to your inputs. Press the "Select" button on the projector cabinet or ▲▼ buttons on your remote control to highlight the menu for the item you want to adjust. RGB Selects the computer connected to your RGB or component signal. NOTE: An optional component cable (Component V cable) is needed for a component signal.
Image Options Gamma Correction (not available for PC Card Viewer) Keystone This feature corrects the keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to make the top of the screen longer or shorter to be the same as the bottom. Use the 䊴 or 䊳 buttons on the slide bar to correct the keystone (trapezoidal) distortion. Keystone distortion Use the 䊴 or 䊳 button to choose "Normal" when in a lighted room and "Natural 1&2" when in a darkened room.
Noise Reduction White Balance (not available for PC Card Viewer) (not available for RGB and PC Card Viewer) You can select three levels video noise reduction. NOTE: The lower the Noise Reduction level, the better the image quality by way of higher video bandwidth. Color Matrix This allows you to adjust the white balance. Brightness for each color (RGB)is used to adjust the black level of the screen; Contrast for each color (RGB)to adjust the white level of the screen.
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. Press the 䊴 and 䊳 buttons until the banding disappears. This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the first time. This adjustment is made automatically when the Auto Adjust is turned on. Phase .........
Keystone Bar: This option turns on or off the keystone bar when you adjust the keystone using KEYSTONE +/– button on the optional remote control. On .............. You can increase or decrease the level with the keystone bar on screen. Off .............. You can increase or decrease the level without having to use the keystone bar. Allows you to set preferences for the on-screen menu. Press “OK” to save your changes for all the features.
Mouse Settings: This option lets you to change your USB mouse settings. The mouse settings feature is available for USB mouse only. Choose the settings you want: Mouse Button ........... "Right Hand" or "Left Hand" Mouse Sensitivity ..... "Fast", "Medium" or "Slow" [Page3] Signal Select [Page2] PC Card Viewer Options RGB: Allows you to choose "RGB" for an RGB source such as a computer, or "Component" for a component video source such as a DVD player.
Auto Start: Turns the projector on automatically when the power cable is inserted into an active power outlet. This eliminates the need to always use the "Power" button on the optional remote control or projector cabinet. [Page5] Power Management: When this option is on and there is no RGB input for five minutes or more, the projector will automatically turn itself off. Power Off Confirmation: This option determines whether a confirmation dialog for turning off the projector will appear or not.
Tools Provides tools for capturing images, displaying files in a CompactFlash Card and drawing. NOTE: The "Capture" and "PC Card Files" features are required for a CompactFlash card. Capture: Allows you to capture an image from a source that is currently being displayed. The image is saved as JPEG in the CompactFlash card. When you select Capture from the menu, you will get a tool bar. You can capture an image directly using the tool bar when the menu is not displayed.
ChalkBoard: (available only when using with USB mouse) Provides the tool bar for producing freehand drawings. Contents: Pen ............. Left-click and drag to draw. Left-click [ ▲ ] or right-click the pen icon to display the pen palette containing four lines of different thickness from which you can select a line you prefer by left-clicking. Color .......... Selects a color. Left-click to display the color palette from which you can select a color you prefer by left-clicking. Eraser .........
Using the PC Card Viewer function Inserting the CompactFlash Card NOTE: When using the supplied software (CD-ROM) The software is designed to use with a personal computer only. Do not play the software on CD player. Doing so could cause damage to speakers. • Hold the CompactFlash card horizontally and insert it slowly into card slot with its top facing up. • The eject button pops out once the CompactFlash card is fully inserted. Check that the CompactFlash card is fully inserted.
Installing the PC Card Viewer Software Starting Up the PC Card Viewer Software on your PC (PC Card Viewer Utility 1.0) Before Installing Perform the following before installing the PC Card Viewer software: • If Windows is already started, exit all applications. Installation may not be performed properly if any applications are running. Use the PC Card Viewer Utility 1.0 for creating viewer slides.
Operating the PC Card Viewer Function from the Projector (playback) This section describes the operation for showing slides of presentation documents created using the PC Card Viewer function with the projector. It is also possible to make slides directly from the images projected with the projector. Drag: Drags to move the tool bar. This is available for USB mouse operation only. Prev: Returns to the previous slide or folder. Or this lets you play slides back in reverse.
When the tool bar is not displayed: Auto Play Mode • If the “Auto Play” option is selected in “PC Card Viewer Options” of the menu, any given slide will start to play automatically. You can also specify Auto Play Interval between 5 and 300 seconds.
Capturing Images Displayed on the Projector Storing images displayed on the projector on the CompactFlash card Preparations: Insert the CompactFlash card into the card slot. Insert the CompactFlash card with the side with the insertion direction arrow on the top. * Press the eject button to eject the card. 1. Project the image you wish to store on the projector. 2. Select the “Capture” from the Tools menu. NOTE: • File size of the captured image varies depending on the resolution of an input signal.
Uninstalling the PC Card Viewer Software Deleting Captured Images Prev Play Jump Setup View Even if you do now know the PC Card Viewer software's file names or where they are stored, the PC Card Viewer software files can be easily removed from the system using the "Install/Uninstall Applications" control panel in Windows. (Normally there is no need to perform this operation.) Drag Next Stop Select Delete Using the Delete button on the tool bar for PC Card Viewer can delete captured images.
Terminology PC card This is the name of a card currently being standardized by the Japan Electronic Industry Association (JEIDA) and PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card Interface Association) of the United States. ATA card A type of PC card. ATA was originally a type of interface between computers and fixed disk devices. The ATA card is a standard card-type recording medium. CompactFlash CompactFlash card is a small removable card conforming to ATA specifications.
4. MAINTENANCE This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to replace the lamp. 3 Remove the lamp housing by pulling out the handle. NOTE: There is an interlock on this case to prevent the risk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock. Replacing the Lamp After your lamp has been operating for 1000 hours or longer, the “Status” light in the cabinet will go on and the message will appear.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Status Light Messages Condition Status OFF • Normal On continually • The projector lamp has exceeded 1000 hours of operation and should be replaced. The projector will turn off and go into the standby mode after 1100 hours of service. Blinking very rapidly (On and off in a cycle of 1 sec.) • The lamp cover is not fastened properly. Check and reattach it if necessary.
When using the PC Card Viewer function Problem Check These Items No picture • • • • Part of a slide is not displayed • While an image with over 1024⳯768 dots (LT85: 800⳯600) is projected, several lines of information will be lost. Use the supplied software change the image to 1024⳯768 dots in size. Contents of CompactFlash Card are damaged • Use a computer, etc., to repair the data.
6. SPECIFICATIONS This section provides technical information about the MultiSync LT150/LT85 Projector's performance Model Number LT150 / LT85 Optical DMD™ Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device(DMD™), 1024x768 dots (LT150) / 800x600 dots (LT85) Lens Manual focus: F3.0 f = 20.3 mm Lamp 130 W NSH lamp (The lamp is warranted for 1000 hours of operation time within 6 months.) Image Size 36 - 200 inches (0.9 - 5.1 m) diagonal Projection Distance LT150: 3.9-21.8 ft (1.2 -6.63 m), LT85: 3.9 - 22.
Cabinet Dimensions LT150 / LT85 PC CONTROL RGB USB S-VIDEO VIDEO AC IN PC CARD AUDIO 238 (9.4") PC CARD ACCESS ON/STAND BY SOURCE POWER AUTO ADJUST NT CA ER E STATUS NC EL SELECT MENU 196 (7.7") Lens center 43.5 (1.71") Lens center 53 (2.1") 29.5 (1.16") 8.5 (0.
D-Sub Pin Assignments Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector 5 4 3 2 1 10 9 8 7 6 15 14 13 12 11 Pin No. Signal Level Video signal : 0.
Timing Chart Y/N Signal Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y #Y #Y #Y #Y #Y #Y #Y #Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y ##Y NTSC PAL SECAM VESA IBM MAC MAC MAC VESA VESA IBM VESA IBM VESA IBM IBM VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA MAC VESA VESA VESA IBM MAC VESA VESA VESA MAC SUN SGI VESA SGI VESA MAC MAC HP SUN VESA VESA HDTV (1080i)(1125i) HDTV (720p)(750p) SDTV (480p)(525p) SDTV (480i)(525i) VESA VESA VESA VESA Resolution ( Dots ) 640 768 768 640 640 640 640 64
PC Control Codes Cable Connection Function Code Data Communication Protocol Baud rate: 38400 bps POWER ON 02H 00H 00H 00H 00H 02H Data length: 8 bits POWER OFF 02H 01H 00H 00H 00H 03H Parity: No parity INPUT SELECT RGB 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 01H 09H Stop bit: One bit INPUT SELECT VIDEO 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 06H 0EH X on/off: None Full duplex INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 0BH 13H INPUT SELECT PC CARD VIEWER 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 1FH 27H PICTURE MUTE ON 02H 10H 00
