LCD Projector User’s Manual MultiSync MT 820/1020 ® TM TM NEC Multimedia Theatre NEC Multimedia Theatre NEC Technologies, Inc. 1250 N. Arlington Heights Road,Suite 500 Itasca, Illinois 60143-1248 Part No.
I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N Precautions 1 CAUTION Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located next to the main power switch on the back of your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 . Record it here: CAUTION LASER RADIATIONDO NOT STARE INTO BEAM TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED NEC SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your LCD projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings. Installation 1. For best results, use your LCD projector in a darkened room. 2. Place the projector on a flat, level surface in a dry area away from dust and moisture. 3. Do not place your LCD projector in direct sunlight, near heaters or heat radiating appliances. 7. If installing the LCD projector on the ceiling: a.
5 ATTENTION RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR ATTENTION RAYONNEMENT LASER NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU Ce symbole a pour but de prévenir l’utilisateur de la présence d’une tension dangereuse, non isolée se trouvant à l’intérieur de l’appareil. Elle est d’une intensité suffisante pour constituer un risque d’électrocution. Eviter le contact avec les pièces à l’intérieur de cet appareil.
7 4. La fumée, la vapeur et l’exposition aux rayons directs du soleil risquent de détériorer sérieusement les composantes internes. 3. Si le projecteur à écran à cristaux liquides (LCD) n’est pas utilisé pendant une période prolongée, retirer la fiche de la prise secteur. 5. Eviter des manipulations brusques lors du déplacement du projecteur à écran à cristaux liquides (LCD), car un choc violent pourrait endommager les composantes internes. Nettoyage 6.
L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y NEC MultiSync LCD Projector Products ® NEC Technologies, Inc. (hereafter NECTECH) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY? Parts and labor are warranted for (2) two years from the date of the first customer purchase. The lamp is warranted for 2000 hours of operating time or six months, whichever comes first. WHO IS PROTECTED? This warranty may be enforced only by the first purchaser.
T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S 11 1. Introduction Introduction To The MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector ................................... 13 How Do You Get Started? ............................................................................................... 15 What’s In The Box? ........................................................................................................ 15 Getting To Know Your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector ............................... 17 Front Features .....
1 I N T R O D U C T I O N This section introduces you to your new MultiSync MT1020 (XGA)/MT820 (SVGA) LCD Projector, provides a list of materials that comes with your projector and describes the features and controls. Congratulations On Your Purchase Of The MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector 13 control can be used wirelessly or with a cable, and you can even use the remote control with the remote mouse receiver to operate the mouse on your PC or Mac.
15 How Do You Get Started? The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time. Take a few minutes now to watch the introductory video and review the manual. This may save you hours later on. At the beginning of each section of the manual you'll find an overview. If the section doesn't apply, you can skip it. What’s In The Box? Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer.
17 Getting To Know Your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector Rear Features Front Features Terminal Panel Remote Sensor Lens And Lens Cap Slot for Kensington MicroSaver Security System Remote Sensor REMOTE CONTROL INPUT OUTPUT DC12V/400mA PC CONTROL OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT AUDIO INPUT L / MONO R S-VIDEO INPUT AUDIO OUTPUT L / MONO RGB INPUT 1 R AUDIO RGB MONITOR OUTPUT One-Touch Tilt buttons RGB INPUT 2 AUDIO K Filter Vent Main Power Switch Rear Feet Front Feet AC Input Plug the female end of
19 Top Features 1 Power Button Use this button to turn the power on and off when the Main Power Switch is on and the LCD projector is in standby. (When this button is pressed and held for at least two seconds, the “Display Mute” mode will be canceled.) 2 Menu Button Displays the on- screen menu. 3 Select Button After you press the “Menu” button, use this button to select the menu icon of the item you wish to adjust. 4 Enter Button Executes your menu selection.
21 Terminal Panel Features 1a 1b 2 3 This panel is located in the rear and is where you connect your cables. REMOTE CONTROL INPUT OUTPUT 1 Remote Control Jacks DC12V/400mA PC CONTROL OUTPUT a. Remote Control Input Jack Connect your remote control cable here for wired operation. b. Remote Control Output Jack This terminal enables you to operate up to five LCD projectors with the same remote control.
23 6 RGB Input 1 Connector (D-Sub 15 pin) Connect your PC or other RGB equipment such as IBM or compatible computers. Use the NEC MultiCable that's supplied to connect to a PC. REMOTE CONTROL INPUT OUTPUT DC12V/400mA PC CONTROL OUTPUT RGB 1 Audio Input Mini Jack This is where you connect RGB audio output from a computer or another RGB source.
25 Remote Control Features You can use your remote control with the cable or wireless to operate your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector. With the remote mouse receiver connected to your computer, you can also use the projector's remote control to operate your computer's mouse wireless, too. (See pages 43 and 44 to connect the remote mouse receiver to your computer.
27 B Menu Button Use this button to call up the On-Screen Menu so you can adjust and set the image. After you press this button, it will light up. During this time you can use the mouse pointer and right/left click buttons to make menu selections. If no buttons are pressed within 10 seconds while it illuminates, the light goes out. To return to the main menu from a sub menu, press this button again.
I N S T A L L A T I O N 29 This section describes how to set up your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Carrying handle Setting Up Your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector Push to release the handle. Your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD 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.
31 ZOOM ADJUST ENTER FOCUS 2. Connect the power cable, remove the lens cap and turn the projector on. (If no input signal is available, the projector will display a background image.) STATUS screen PUSH POWER ON/OFF (A) Top view MENU 1. Place your LCD projector on a flat level surface at the optimal distance from the screen or wall so you realize the size image you want. (Avoid having bright room lighting or sun light directly on the screen or wall where you'll be projecting the image.
33 WARNING • • • Only use your LCD projector on a solid, level surface. If the projector falls to the ground, you can be injured and the projector severely damaged. Do not use the LCD projector where temperatures vary greatly. The projector must be used at temperatures between 32˚F (0˚C) and 104˚F (40˚C). Do not expose the LCD projector to moisture, dust, or smoke. This will harm the screen image.
35 Wiring Diagram REMOTE CONTROL INPUT OUTPUT Document Camera DC12V/400mA PC CONTROL OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT AUDIO INPUT L / MONO R S-VIDEO INPUT VCR or LaserDisk Player To video, S-video, and audio inputs on the LCD projector. L / MONO RGB INPUT 1 AUDIO OUTPUT R AUDIO RGB MONITOR OUTPUT RGB INPUT 2 AUDIO IBM/MAC MultiCable To mini D-Sub 15-pin or D-Sub 15-pin connector on the LCD Projector.
37 Connecting Your PC Or Macintosh Computer Connecting your PC or Macintosh computer to your MultiSync MT820 (SVGA)/ MT1020 (XGA) LCD Projector will enable you to project your computer's screen image for an impressive presentation.
39 Changing Video Resolutions Depending on your computer's graphic capability, you may be able to select one of several resolutions. Generally a computer- either a PC or Macintosh- with 1 meg. of memory will run: 6402480 at 16.7 million colors (24 bit Truecolor) 8002600 at 65 thousand colors. 10242768 at 256 colors. As the resolution increases, the number of colors you can run decreases. With 2 meg. of memory a computer will run: 6402480 at 16.7 million colors (24 bit Truecolor). 8002600 at 16.
41 Connecting Your Document Camera You can connect your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector to a document camera. To do so, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your LCD projector and document camera. 2. Use a standard video cable to connect your document camera to the Video input on your projector. 3. Turn on the LCD projector and the document camera. NOTE: Refer to your document camera's owner's manual for more information about your camera's video output requirements .
43 Connecting Your Remote Mouse Receiver The remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer's mouse functions from the NEC MultiSync MT1020/MT820 remote control. It is a great convenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations. To connect the remote mouse receiver: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. For PCs: Remove your current mouse and connect the serial cable from the remote mouse receiver to your PC's mouse port. (Use the 6-pin adapter for connecting to a PS/2 computer.
45 m The Remote Mouse Receiver as a mouse for your computer Serial cable (supplied) m The Remote sensors on the projector cabinet work as the remote sensor on the Remote Mouse Receiver REMOTE CONTROL OUTPUT Remote cable (supplied) Serial cable (supplied) m You can daisy-chain as many as five LCD projectors and operate them with the same remote control. To do so: 1. Turn off your projectors. 2.
3 O P E R A T I O N 47 This section describes how to select a computer or video source and how to adjust the picture and sound. General Controls Before you turn on your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector, ensure that the computer or video source is turned on and that your lens cap is removed. 1. Turn On The LCD Projector The main power switch is on the back panel of the MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector.
49 Using The Menus 1. Press the "Menu" button on the remote control or projector cabinet to display the Main Menu. 2. 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. 3. Press the "Enter" button on the projector cabinet or the "Left Click" button on the remote control to select a submenu or item. 4.
51 Menu Descriptions & Functions Source Menu Enables you to select a video source such as a VCR, 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 Video Selects what is connected to your Video input-VCR, laser disc player, DVD player, or document camera.
53 Image Adjustment Menu Provides access to controls for your image and sound. Use the “Select” button on the projector cabinet or (▲) (▼) buttons on your remote control to highlight the menu for the item you want to adjust. The volume, brightness, contrast, color, tint, sharpness and Image mode controls are available for Video or S-Video sources. The volume, brightness, contrast, Image Mode, horizontal position, vertical position and auto picture controls are available for RGB 1 or RGB 2 sources.
55 Horizontal Position.. Use the “Adjust” (+) button to move the image right; (–) to move it left. Vertical Position.. Use the “Adjust” (+) button to move the image up; (–) to move it down. Auto Picture.. Use the “Adjust” (+) button to turn this feature on so “Picture” and “Fine Picture” adjustments are made automatically. Use the “Adjust” (–) button to turn this feature off so you can make “Picture and Fine Picture” adjustments manually. Picture Adjustment ..
57 Power Menu Provides access to Lamp Usage information and the Auto Start and Power Management features. Use the “Select” button on the projector cabinet or (▲) (▼) buttons on your remote control to access a submenu. Then press “Adjust” (+) or (–) to choose a specific option. Lamp Usage This tells you how long the lamp has been in operation. It is recommended that you replace a lamp after 2000 hours of service.
59 Settings Menu Enables you to set preferences and other operating options. Use the “Select” button on the projector cabinet or (▲) (▼) buttons on your remote control to access the submenu you want. Custom Memory This enables you to save your current settings for an RGB source in one of five memories, Custom 1-5. To change the STANDARD settings, proceed as follows: 1. Connect your computer to the MultSync MT1020/MT820. 2. Select the "STANDARD" in RGB 1 or RGB 2 source. 3.
4 M A I N T E N A N C E 61 This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to replace the lamp, clean or replace the filter, and replace the batteries in the remote control. Replacing The Lamp After your lamp has been operating for 2000 hours or longer, the “status” light in the cabinet will go on. Even though the lamp may still be working, replace it at 2000 hours to maintain optimal projector performance.
63 Cleaning Or Replacing The Filter The air-filter sponge keeps the inside of the MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector free from dust or dirt and should be cleaned after every 100 hours of operation (more often in dusty conditions). If the filter is dirty or clogged, your projector may overheat. NOTE: Clean your filter after every 100 hours of operation. CAUTION • Turn off the LCD projector and wait for the fan to stop. Turn off the main power and unplug the projector before replacing the filter.
65 Cette section décrit les procédures simples d’entretien que vous aurez à suivre pour remplacer la lampe, nettoyer ou remplacer le filtre et remplacer les piles de la télécommande. Remplacement de la lampe Lorsque la lampe a été utilisée pendant 2000 heures ou plus, le voyant “Status” (état) du coffret s’allume. Même si la lampe peut encore fonctionner, remplacez-la au bout de 2000 heures pour conserver une performance optimale de votre projecteur.
67 Nettoyage ou remplacement du filtre Le coussin éponge du filtre à air maintient l’intérieur du projecteur à affichage à cristaux liquides MultiSync MT1020/MT820 à l’abri de la poussière ou de la saleté et doit être nettoyé toutes les 100 heures d’utilisation (plus souvent dans les endroits poussiéreux). Si le filtre est sale ou bouché, le projecteur risque de surchauffer. REMARQUE: Nettoyez le filtre toutes les 100 heures d’utilisation.
5 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G 69 This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using your MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector. Status Light Messages Status Condition OFF m Normal On Continually m The projector lamp has exceeded 2000 hours of operation and should be replaced. Blinking very rapidly (On and off in a cycle of 1 sec.) m Either the lamp cover or filter panel is not fastened properly. Check each and reattach them if necessary.
71 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 64.) • Check the status light to see if the projector has overheated or the lamp usage exceeds 2100 hours. • Use the menu icons to select your source (Video, S-Video, RGB1 or 2). (See pages 51 and 52.) • Ensure your cables are connected properly.
6 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S 73 This section provides technical information about the MultiSync MT1020/MT820 LCD Projector's performance. Optical LCD Panel 1.3", p-Si TFT active-matrix, 10242768 dots (MT1020) / 8002600 dots (MT820) Lens Power zoom, power focus F 2.5 f =52 – 68 mm Lamp Metal halide lamp 250 W (Guaranteed life span: 2,000 hours or 6 months from date of purchase, whichever comes first.) Image Size 20-300 inches diagonal Projection Distance 3.28 – 40.03 ft (1.0 – 12.
75 Cabinet Dimensions PUSH POWER ON/OFF STATUS MENU SELECT ENTER ADJUST ZOOM 12.7" (321.0) 11.3" (285.0) FOCUS 11.3" (286.5) 5.8" (145.0) 3.1" (77.2) 3.1" (78.2) 15.
77 D-Sub Pin Assignments PC 15-Pin mini D-Sub Pin No.
79 Timing Chart Y/N Signal Resolution 6402480 7682576 7682576 6402350 6402400 6402400 6402400 6402480 6402480 6402480 6402480 6402480 6402480 6402480 6402480 6402480 7202350 7202400 7202400 7202350 Refresh Rate (Hz) 60 50 50 85.08 70 85.08 66 59.94 60 60 66.7 66.67 72.81 75 75 85.01 70.09 70.09 85.04 87.85 F.H. (kHz) 15.734 15.625 15.625 37.86 31.47 37.86 35 31.47 31.47 31.47 34.97 35 37.86 37.5 39.375 43.269 31.469 31.4469 37.927 39.44 Dot Clk(MHz) 31.5 25.175 31.5 30.24 25.175 25.175 25.175 31.
81 PC Control Command Reference Command Codes No. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Function Video RGB1 RGB2 S-VIDEO Power On Power Off Picture Mute Audio Mute Onscreen Mute Power Zoom W Power Zoom T Power Focus + Power Focus – Reset D Up D Down Code 03H 04H 05H C6H 08H 14H 47H 45H 11H 09H 0AH 0BH 0CH 43H DEH DFH Data No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No Description Same as remote Same as remote Same as remote Same as remote Same as remote (See NOTE on page 86.
83 Command Codes (continued) No.
85 Cable Connection Communication Protocol Baud rate: 9600 bps Data length: 8 bits Parity: No parity Stop bit: One bit X on/off: None Full duplex Communications procedure: If the CPU of the LCD projector has received the data correctly, it returns an ACK(C5H).
