MT1056 LCD Projector User’s Manual English P O R TA E S W TU S O E NTE R N /S TA N D Y CA B S NCEL E LE C T S O U R C E M EN U A U B TO US A D JU S T C CO NT RO L MO US OU E T PC RE CO MO NT INPUR -CAR D AU DIO RG B OU MONI TP TO UT R AU DIO AC RG AU DIO S-VI DE O B IN PU T1 RG B IN PU T2 L /MO NO R VIDE O E–1 IN
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Precautions CAUTION Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC MT1056 Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located under the name plate label on the left side of your MT1056. Record it here: This label is located on the back of the remote control. CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet.
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 put the projector on its side when the lamp is turned on. Doing so may cause damage to the projector. Lamp Replacement Installation 1. For best results, use your projector in a darkened room. 2. Place the projector on a flat, level surface in a dry area away from dust and moisture. 3.
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1. INTRODUCTION Introduction to the MT1056 Projector This section introduces you to your new MT1056 (XGA) Projector and describes the features and controls. Congratulations on Your Purchase of The MT1056 Projector The MT1056 is one of the very best projectors available today. The MT1056 enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches (measured diagonally) from your PC or Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook), VCR, DVD player, document camera, a laser disc player or PC Card Viewer.
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 MT1056 Projector.
Getting to Know Your MT1056 Projector Front/Side Features Remote Sensor Zoom Controls Focus USB (Mouse) Terminal S TA T P O US W E R Remote Sensor Air-Filter O N E NTE R /S TA N D CA S E LE C T NCEL S O U R C E M EN B Y U A U TO US B A D JU S T C CO NT RO L MO US OU E T PC RE CO MO NT INPUR -CAR D Lenscap AU DIO RG B OU MONI TP TO UT R PC Card Slot AU DIO AU AC DIO RG Slot for Kensington Micro saver Security System IN RG B IN PU T1 S-VI DE O L /MO B IN PU T2 NO R VIDE
Top Features 1 2 SOURCE AUTO ADJUST 3 MENU 4 SELECT 6 E NT L 5 ER CA NC E 7 9 STATUS ON/STAND BY POWER 8 1. Source Button Use this button to select a video source such as a PC, VCR, DVD player or PC Card Viewer (PC card). Each time this button is pressed, the input source will change as follows: → RGB1 → RGB2 → Video → S-Video → PC Card Viewer If no input signal is present, the input will be skipped. 2.
R C E EN U U B TO US A 3 M Terminal Panel Features 1 2 A D JU S T CC O NT RO L MO OU USE TP UT PC -CA RE CO MO N INPTR U RD USB 4 MOUSE PC CONTROL OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL INPUT 14 6 5 AUDIO RGB MONITOR OUTPUT AUDIO RGB INPUT 1 AUDIO RGB INPUT 2 7 8 1. USB Terminal Connect a commercially available mouse that supports USB. You can operate the menu or PC Card Viewer with the USB mouse via this terminal.
Remote Control Features 6. Power OFF Button If the main power is applied, you can use this button to turn your projector off. NOTE: To turn off the projector, press and hold the POWER OFF button for a minimum of two seconds. E LI S T NOTE: If you are using a Macintosh computer, you can click either the rightclick or left-click button to activate the mouse.
22 FOCUS 18 21 23 24 25 26 27 ZOOM 24. MAGNIFY (+) (–) Button Use this button to adjust the image size up to 400%. When the pointer is displayed, the image is magnified about the center of the pointer. When the pointer is not displayed, the image is magnified about the center of the screen. When the image is magnified, the pointer is changed to the magnifying icon. 17 19 PJ SHIFT 20 HELP POINTER PC CARD KEYSTONE MAGNIFY FREEZE VOLUME SLIDE 28 25.
Remote Control Battery Installation Operating Range 1. Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. 7m 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. Remote Control Precautions • • • • Handle the remote control carefully. If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
Switching operation mode between computer 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 MT1056 projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Selecting a Location Your MT1056 Projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The minimum size the image can be is approximately 30" (0.76 m) measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 4 feet (1.3 m) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" (7.
Adjusting the Tilt Foot Press and hold the Tilt button on the left side of the projector. ON /O FF ENTE R CAN CEL SE LE CT N U ST AT PO US WE R ME AU TO AD JU ST SO UR CE AC IN Lift the front edge of the projector to the height you want, and release the button to lock the Adjustable Tilt Foot. ON /O FF CEL SE LE CT N U ENTE R CAN ST AT PO US WE R ME AU TO AD JU ST SO UR CE AC IN To fine-tune the image’s position vertically on the screen, rotate the foot.
Screen and Projection Distance The following shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the table to determine the position of installation. Sc re 55 en s 8.8 iz (W e (Un ) it: cm 41 /in 9.1 ch (H 48 )/ ) 7.7 22 0( (W W) ) 36 16 5.8 5( (H H) )/ 1 9 40 2( 6.4 W) (W ) 14 4( 30 H) 4.8 (H )/ 16 0( W) 30 24 4.8 0" 12 (W 0( ) H) 22 8.6 24 (H 3.8 )/ 12 (W 20 0( ) 0" W) 20 18 3.2 2.9 90 (W (H (H ) )/ ) 96 15 (W 2.4 16 ) 2.6 (H )/ 72 (W 80 ) (H 15 (W ) 0" 12 ) 12 1 1.
Distance Chart Throw Distance (C) Screen top Screen center B Lens Center D B = Vertical distance between lens center and screen center C = Throw distance D = Vertical distance between lens center and screen bottom (screen top for ceiling installation) Throw Angle (α) 2.9" (79.5mm) Projector Foot Screen Bottom Ceiling Installation WARNING • Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your NEC dealer for more information.
Wiring Diagram Monitor Supplied mouse adapter (For USB) Supplied serial cable MOUSE PC CONTROL OUTPUT Macintosh or Compatibles (Desktop type or notebook type) REMOTE CONTROL INPUT AUDIO RGB MONITOR OUTPUT AUDIO RGB INPUT 1 AUDIO RGB INPUT 2 Supplied mouse adapter (For IBM PS/2 or USB) IBM VGA or Compatibles (Desktop type or notebook type) Signal cable (supplied) S-VIDEO L /MONO R Optional 15-pin-to-RCA (female) 3 cable (ADP-CV1) To mini D-Sub 15-pin connector on the projector.
Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer IBM VGA or Compatibles (Notebook type) or Macintosh (Notebook type) O R TA E S W TU S O N /S TA N D E NTE R S E LE C T CA N C EL B Y S O U R E M EN U A US B C U TO A D JU S T 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 one supplied.
Connecting Your Computer to the Mouse Output Port IBM PS/2 S TA TU P O W S E R E NTE R S E LE C T U U EN REM CO O NTR INP S O U R C E MO USE OU T A D JU S T C CO NTR OL A U TO US B M MO OU USE TP UT CA N C EL B Y NT RO L O N /S TA N D MO OU USE TP UT RE CO MO N INPTR U PC -CA RD AUD IO RG B OU MONIT TPU OR T AUD IO AC RG B INP UT AUD IO S-V IDE O IN 1 RG B INP UT 2 L /MO NO Mouse adapter (For IBM PS/2) (supplied) R VID EO Macintosh with USB Port Serial cable (supplied) Mouse
Connecting an External Monitor S TA TU P O W S E R O N /S TA N D E NTE R S E LE C T CA N C EL M S O U R C E EN B Y U A U TO US B A D JU S T C CO NTR OL External monitor MO USE OU T AU PC -CA RD REM CO O NTR INP DIO U OU AUD IO T RG B OU MONIT TPU OR T AU DIO AUD IO AC RG B INP UT AUD IO AU S-V IDE O DIO R IN IN 1 RG B INP UT L /MO NO 2 RG B OU MON TP ITO UT R RG VID EO BO UT AU DIO PU RG T B IN PU T1 RG AU DIO S-V IDE O BI RG B IN PU T2 NP UT L /M
Connecting Your DVD Player DVD player S TA TU P O W S E R O N /S TA N D E NTE R S E LE C T S O U R C E M EN CA N C EL B Y U A U TO US B A D JU S T C CO NTR OL MO USE OU T REM CO O NTR INP PC -CA RD U AU R DI AUD IO AU DIO O AC RG B INP UT AUD IO L Co m Y pon Cb ent Cr Red White RG B OU MONIT TPU OR T AUD IO S-V IDE O R IN 1 RG B INP UT L /MO NO 2 RG B OU MON TP ITO UT R VID EO AU DIO RG B Y RG INP UT 1 AU BI NP DIO Cb UT RG Cr B IN PU S-V T2 IDE O L /M ON
Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player S TA TU P O W S E R O N /S TA N D E NTE R S E LE C T S O U R C E M EN CA N C EL B Y U A U TO US B A D JU S T VCR/ Laser disc player C CO NTR OL MO USE OU T REM CO O NTR INP PC -CA RD U AU DIO AUD IO RG B OU MONIT TPU OR T RG B OU MON TP ITO UT R AUD IO RG B INP UT AUD IO S-V IDE O 1 RG B INP UT 2 L /MO NO R DIO RG B INP UT AU 1 DIO IDE O RG B IN PU S-V T2 IDE L IN AU VID EO S-V AC O L /M R ON O S-video cable (not su
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 This section describes how to select a computer or video source, how to adjust the picture, and how to customize the menu or projector settings. General Controls Before you turn on your projector, ensure that the computer or video source is turned on and that your lens cap is removed. 1. Turn on the Projector Plug the supplied power cable in the wall outlet. The projector will go into its standby mode and the power indicator will glow orange.
Adjust the Image Using Auto Adjust The Auto Adjust function automatically optimizes the image in RGB mode. Basic Operation Selecting the computer or video source: SOURCE AUTO ADJUST OFF ON POWER VIDEO Each time the Source button is pressed, the input source will change as follows: → RGB1 → RGB2 → Video → S-Video → PC Card Viewer S-VIDEO RGB1 RGB2 LASER AUTO ADJ. AUTO ADJUST MENU If no input signal is present, the input will be skipped.
Volume control: Sound level from the speaker on the projector can be adjusted. Using Pointer You can use one of eight pointers to draw your audience’s attention to the portion of a projected image you want. POINTER VOLUME increase volume Volume bar Press the Pointer button to display the pointer. decrease volume Turning off picture and sound: Press the Picture Mute button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound.
4. Return the image to the original size. Customizing Basic/Custom Menu The Basic/Custom menu can be customized to meet your requirements. Selecting a menu item from the “Basic/Custom Menu Edit” list, allows you to custom tailor the menu items to your needs. MAGNIFY 1. Select “Basic/Custom Menu Edit” to display the “Basic/Custom Menu Edit” screen.
3. In order for the changes to take effect, use the or button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to highlight “OK”, then press the Enter button. To cancel the changes, use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight “Cancel” and press the “Enter” button. To return to the factory default, select “Reset” then press the “Enter” button.
Menu Tree Advanced Menu Source Select Picture Volume Image Options Color Management Projector Options Tools Help RGB1 RGB2 Video S-Video PC Card Viewer Brightness/Contrast/Color/Hue/Sharpness Volume Keystone Lamp Mode Advanced Options Factory Default Normal/Eco Aspect Ratio Noise Reduction Position/Clock Resolution Video Filter Overscan Input Signal (1.33:1/1.78:1/1.85:1/2.35:1) Display Area (1.33:1/1.78:1/1.85:1/2.
Menu Elements Help Button Tab Title bar Close Button Highlight Solid triangle OK Button Cancel Button Radio button Check box Drag Slide bar Tool 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. A highlighted triangle indicates the item is active. Tab: Indicates a group of features in a dialog box.
The launcher is a tool bar including the following buttons: Menu Descriptions & Functions Source Select Drag ............. Prev ............. Next ............. Play .............. Stop ............. Jump ........... Select ........... Setup ........... 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.
Image Options Aspect Ratio 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 or buttons on the slide bar to correct the keystone (trapezoidal) distortion. You can select the aspect ratio for input signal and display area respectively. Select the appropriate aspect ratio using the Select , , ▲, or ▼ button.
Color Management Resolution (when Auto Adjust is off) This allows you to activate or deactivate the Advanced AccuBlend feature. Auto ............. Turns on the Advanced AccuBlend feature. The projector automatically reduces or enlarges the current image to fit the full screen. Native ........... Turns off the Advanced AccuBlend feature. The projector displays the current image in its true resolution. Gamma Correction See “Auto Adjust (RGB Only)” on page E-37 for turning on or off the Auto Adjust feature.
Menu Color Matrix First select an appropriate color matrix to fit your component signal for HDTV or SDTV. Then select an appropriate matrix type from B-Y/R-Y, Cb/Cr or Pb/Pr. White Balance Allows you to set preferences for the on-screen menu. Press “OK” to save your changes for all the features of Page 1 and Page 2. [Page 1] Menu Mode: This feature allows you to select two menu modes: Advanced Menu and Basic/Custom Menu. Advanced Menu ..........
[Page2] 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. Background: Use this feature to display a blue/ black screen or logo when no signal is available. The default background is blue. You can change the logo screen using the PC Card Files feature. See page E-39. Mouse Settings: This option lets you to change your USB mouse settings.
[Page3] Signal Select 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 remote control or projector cabinet. 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.
S-Video Mode Select: This feature is used to select the S-Video signal detection mode. This allows identifying of the S-Video signals with different aspect ratio (Zoom signal 16:9, Wide Zoom signal 4:3). Tools S2 ............... Identifies Zoom or Wide Zoom signal. OFF ............. Does not identify any S-video signal. RGBOUT Terminal: This option allows you to determine which RGB source is output from the RGBOUT terminal when the Video, S-Video or Viewer source is selected. Disable .........
Color ............ Selects a color. Left-click to display the color palette from which you can select a color you prefer by left-clicking. Eraser .......... Left-click and drag to erase part of a drawing. Left-click [▲] or right-click the eraser icon to display the eraser palette containing four eraser of different thickness from which you can select an eraser you prefer by left-clicking. Clear ............ Left-click to clear the drawing completely from the ChalkBoard screen. View .............
Using the PC Card Viewer function 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. Ejecting the PC Card Press the eject button. The PC card pops out a little. Grasp the edges of the PC card and pull it out. Do not eject the PC card while its data is being accessed.
Installing the PC Card Viewer Software 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. Installation Install the viewer software as described below. To quit installation before it is completed, press the “Cancel” button then follow the instructions in the dialog box.
Delete ........ Deletes a captured slide(s) or all the captured slides in the Capture – specific folder. View .......... Hides the tool bar while you are playing back. Pressing the MENU button or clicking with the right button of a mouse shows it again. 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.
When the tool bar is not displayed: Auto Play Mode Press the FOLDER LIST button on the remote control to display folders from a PC card in the projector’s PC Card slot. • 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 Intervals between 5 and 300 seconds.
Deleting Captured Images Capturing Images Displayed on the Projector Storing images displayed on the projector on the PC card Prev Preparations: Insert the PC card into the card slot. Insert the PC card (side with the insertion direction arrow) facing the top of the projector. * Press the eject button to eject the card. Play Jump Setup View Drag Next Stop Select Delete 1. Project the image you wish to store on the projector.
Uninstalling the PC Card Viewer Software Even if you do not 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.) 3. In the “Add/Remove Programs Properties” dialog box, click the “Setup/Remove” tab, then select “PC Card Viewer Utility 1.0” from the list of applications and click on “Add/Remove”.
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 and clean the filter. 3. Insert a new lamp housing. CAUTION: Do not use a lamp other than the NEC replacement lamp (MT50LP). Order this from your NEC dealer. Replacing the Lamp Secure it in place with the two screws. Be sure to tighten the screws. EN U FF CA S E LE C NCEL T S O U R C E CAUTION • DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot.
Cleaning or Replacing the Filters To replace the air-filter: The air-filter sponge keeps the inside of the MT1056 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. 1. Remove the filter cover by pushing up on the catch of the cover until you feel it detach. CAUTION • Turn off the power and unplug the projector before replacing the filter.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Power/ Status Light Messages Condition Power Indicator Status Indicator Note Standby Steady orange – – Cooling down Blinking green – Blinks green for 60 seconds Lamp in Normal mode Steady green – – Lamp in Eco mode Steady green Steady green – 3 minutes after lamp is turned on in Eco mode Steady green Blinking green Fixed at Normal mode.
When using the PC Card Viewer function Condition Status No picture • • • • Part of a slide is not displayed • While an image with over 1024 768 dots is projected, several lines of information will be lost. Use the supplied software to change the image to 1024 768 dots in size. Contents of PC Card are damaged • Use a computer, etc., to repair the data.
6. SPECIFICATIONS This section provides technical information about the MT1056 Projector’s performance. Model Number MT1056 Optical LCD Panel 1.3" p-Si TFT active-matrix with Micro Lens Array Lens Manual zoom, manual focus F1.8 – 2.2 f=49.3 – 59.3 mm 1024 768 dots Lamp 200W NSH lamp (160W in Eco mode) The lamp, under normal operating conditions, is warranted for 1500 hours of operation time within 6 months. Image Size 30 – 300 inches (762 – 7620 mm) diagonal Projection Distance 4.3 – 37.
376 (14.9" ) E ER CA NC SOURCE AUTO ADJUST AUDIO AUDIO RGB INPUT 1 RGB MONITOR OUTPUT VIDEO E – 52 39.5 (1.56" ) Lens center 7.5 (0.3" ) NT L PC-CARD RGB INPUT 2 STATUS ON/STAND BY E R AUDIO L /MONO 121 (4.76" ) MOUSE OUTPUT S-VIDEO AC IN 73.5 (2.89" ) POWER USB PC CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL INPUT 4 (0.16" ) Cabinet Dimensions MT1056 1.5(0.06" ) 281(11.
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 Signal Level Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal : TTL level * RGB Input 1 only Pin No.
Compatible Input Signal List Signal # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # 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 MAC VESA VESA VESA MAC SUN SGI VESA VESA MAC HP SUN VESA VESA HDTV (1080i)(1125i) HDTV (1080i)(1125i) HDTV (720p)(750p) SDTV (480p)(525p) VESA VESA VESA VESA DVD YCbCr DVD YCbCr Resolution ( Dots ) 640 640 640 640 640 640 640 640 640 720 720 720 720 800 800 800 800 800 832 1024 1024 1024 1024 1024 1024 1152 1152 1152
PC Control Codes Cable Connection Function Code Data POWER ON POWER OFF 02H 00H 00H 00H 00H 02H 02H 01H 00H 00H 00H 03H INPUT SELECT RGB 1 INPUT SELECT RGB 2 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 01H 09H 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 02H 0AH INPUT SELECT VIDEO INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 06H 0EH 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 0BH 13H Communication Protocol Baud rate: 38400 bps Data length: 8 bits Parity: No parity Stop bit: One bit X on/off: None Communications Full duplex procedure: INPUT SELECT PC CARD V