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Portable Projector

NP62/NP61/NP52/N P41

User’s Manual

• Theprojector's model name indicatedontheprojector's label isNP62,

NP61,NP41,NP62G,NP61G,NP52G,andNP41Grespectively.

 AllthemodelsarereferredtoasNP62,NP61,NP52,andNP41throughout

theuser'smanualexceptsomeofthespecicationpages.

• TheNP52isnotdistributedinNorthAmerica.

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Portable Projector NP62/NP61/NP52/NP41 User’s Manual • The projector's model name indicated on the projector's label is NP62, NP61, NP41, NP62G, NP61G, NP52G, and NP41G respectively. All the models are referred to as NP62, NP61, NP52, and NP41 throughout the user's manual except some of the specification pages. • The NP52 is not distributed in North America.
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nd edition August 2008 • DLP and BrilliantColor are trademarks of Texas Instruments. • IBM is a trademark or registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Macintosh, Mac OS X and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and PowerPoint are either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC NP62/NP61/NP52/NP41 projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the bottom of your projector. Record it here: CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet. The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the equipment as possible, and should be easily accessible. CAUTION TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET.
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Important Information RF Interference (for USA only) WARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regulation could void your right to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Important Information Fire and Shock Precautions • Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside your projector. Allow at least 4 inches (10cm) of space between your projector and a wall. • Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet on the right front (when seen from the front) as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and immediately after the projector is turned off.
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Important Information CAUTION • Do not use the tilt-foot for purposes other than originally intended. Misuses such as using the tilt foot to carry or hang (from the wall or ceiling) the projector can cause damage to the projector. • Do not send the projector in the soft case by parcel delivery service or cargo shipment. The projector inside the soft case could be damaged. • Select [HIGH] in Fan mode if you continue to use the projector for consecutive days.
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Important Information About High Altitude mode • Set [FAN MODE] to [HIGH ALTITUDE] when using the projector at altitudes approximately 5000 feet/1500 meters or higher. • Using the projector at altitudes approximately 5000 feet/1500 meters or higher without setting to [HIGH ALTITUDE] can cause the projector to overheat and the protector could shut down. If this happens, wait a couple minutes and turn on the projector.
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Table of Contents Important Information ......................................................................................... i 1. Introduction . ....................................................................................................... 1 ➊ What's in the Box?......................................................................................................... 1 ➋ Introduction to the Projector..........................................................................................
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Table of Contents 5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) . ............................................................ 35 ➊ What you can do with the Viewer................................................................................ 35 ➋ Projecting images stored in a USB memory device (Basic operation)........................ 37 ➌ Operating the slide screen........................................................................................... 40 ➍ Operating the thumbnail screen............................
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1. Introduction ➊ 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 projector. Projector BY SOU RCE D LE CT P M S LA TU A R ST E W PO S CU FO O N /S N TA SE ADAUTO J.
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1. Introduction ➋ Introduction to the Projector This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls. Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector This DLP™ projector is one of the very best projectors available today. The projector enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches (measured diagonally) from your PC or Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook), VCR, DVD player or document camera.
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1. Introduction About this user's manual The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time. Take a few minutes now to review the user's manual. This may save you time 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. In this user's manual the drawings of the projector show an example of NP61.
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1. Introduction ➌ Part Names of the Projector Front/Top Zoom Lever (→ page 22) Remote Sensor (→ page 8) Controls (→ page 6) BY SOUR CE CT P M S LA TU A R ST E W PO C FO S U N TA /S N O D SE LE ADAUTO J. Lens Lens Cap Focus Sensor (→ page 22) Ventilation (outlet) Heated air is exhausted from here.
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1. Introduction Top Features 4 3 5 7 6 LAMP STATUS POWER AUTO ADJ. FOCUS SELECT SOURCE ON/STAND BY 2 1 9 8 1. POWER Button (ON / STAND BY) ( ) (→ page 16, 27) 6. MENU Button (→ page 48) 2. POWER Indicator (→ page 15, 16, 27, 76) 7. SELECT ▲▼◀▶ / SOURCE ▶ / AUTO ADJ ◀ / Keystone ▲▼ Buttons (→ page 18, 25, 26) 3. STATUS Indicator (→ page 76) 8. ENTER Button 4. LAMP Indicator (→ page 72, 76) 9. EXIT Button 5.
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1. Introduction ❹ Part Names of the Remote Control 1 OFF 3 ON 2 POWER MAGNIFY AV-MUTE PAGE UP 4 7 9 11 13 14 15 16 DOWN 6 5 MENU 8 ENTER EXIT L-MOUSE-R VIDEO FOCUS COMPUTER AUTO ADJ. S-VIDEO VIEWER LAMP MODE VOLUME ASPECT HELP PICTURE FREEZE 21 10 12 17 18 19 20 23 22 1. Infrared Transmitter (→ page 8) 12. FOCUS Button (→ page 24) 2. POWER ON Button (→ page 16) 13. COMPUTER Button (→ page 18) 3. POWER OFF Button (→ page 27) 14. VIDEO Button (→ page 18) 4.
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1. Introduction Battery Installation 1 Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. 2 Install new batteries (AAA). Ensure that you have the batteries' polarity (+/–) aligned correctly. 3 Slip the cover back over the batteries until it snaps into place. Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries. Remote Control Precautions • • • • • • • • Handle the remote control carefully. If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
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2. Installation and Connections This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Your projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: ➊ Set up a screen and the projector. ➋ C o nne c t your c o m puter or v i d e o equipment to the projector. See pages 12, 13, 14. ➌ Connect the supplied power cable. See page 15. NOTE: Ensure that the power cable and any other cables are disconnected before moving the projector.
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2. Installation and Connections Throw Distance and Screen Size The following shows the proper relative positions of the projector and screen. Refer to the table to determine the position of installation. Distance Chart C Screen center B Screen bottom D 2.
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2. Installation and Connections Reflecting the Image WARNING Using a mirror to reflect your projector's image enables you to enjoy a much larger image when a smaller space is required. Contact your NEC dealer if you need a mirror system. If you're using a mirror system and your image is inverted, use the MENU and SELECT buttons on your projector cabinet or your remote control to correct the orientation. (→ page 62) * Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician.
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2. Installation and Connections ➋ Making Connections Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not turned on unless connected to the projector before being powered up.
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2. Installation and Connections Connecting Your VCR S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO IN COMPUTER IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN PC CONTROL AC IN S-Video cable (not supplied) Stereo mini plug - to - RCA audio cable (not supplied) Video cable (not supplied) Audio equipment VCR L R AUDIO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO IN VIDEO OUT L R Audio cable (not supplied) NOTE: Refer to your VCR owner's manual for more information about your equipment's video output requirements.
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2. Installation and Connections Connecting the Supplied Power Cable Connect the supplied power cable to the projector. First connect the supplied power cable's three-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cable in the wall outlet. The projector will go into its standby mode and the POWER indicator will glow orange.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen. ➊ Turning on the Projector NOTE: Before turning on the projector, first connect the supplied power cable's three-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cable in the wall outlet. Make sure that the projector is in its standby mode and the power indicator is glowing orange. 1. Remove the lens cap.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startup menu. The menu gives you the opportunity to select the menu in one of the 21 languages. To select a menu language, follow these steps: 1. Use the SELECT ▲, ▼, ◀ or ▶ button to select one of the 21 languages from the menu. OFF ON POWER MAGNIFY AV-MUTE PAGE UP LAMP STATUS POWER FOCUS AUTO ADJ. SELECT DOWN SOURCE MENU ENTER ON/STAND BY 2.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ➋ Selecting a Source Selecting the computer or video source NOTE: Turn on the computer or video source equipment connected to the projector. LAMP STATUS POWER Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet 1. Press the SELECT ▶ (SOURCE) button with no menus displayed. FOCUS AUTO ADJ. SELECT ON/STAND BY The Source list will be displayed. - When the menu is displayed, press the EXIT button to close the menu and start the operation. NP61/NP41 2.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Selecting Default Source You can set a source as the default source so that the default source will be displayed each time the projector is turned on. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed. 2. Press the SELECT ▶ button twice to select [SETUP] and press the SELECT ▼ button or the ENTER button to select [GENERAL]. 3. Press the SELECT ▶ button three times to select [OPTIONS(2)]. 4.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ➌ Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Manual Operation Place your projector on a flat level surface and ensure that the projector is square to the screen. [Adjust the Tilt Foot] Lift the front edge of the projector to center the image vertically. (→ page 21) [Zoom] Use the ZOOM lever to adjust the image size on the screen. Automatic Operation [AUTO FOCUS] Just placing the projector on a flat level surface makes a focused image.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjust the Tilt Foot Adjustable Tilt Foot Button 1. Lift the front edge of the projector. SOU RCE AUT ADJ . O US LA M P ST AT PO W ER S CU FO D AN ST N/ O BY SE LE CT CAUTION: Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet during Tilt Foot adjustment as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and during its cool down period after it is turned off. 1 2 2.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ZOOM Use the ZOOM lever to adjust the image size on the screen. NOTE: Rotating the ZOOM lever will cause the focus to be adjusted automatically. For more detail, see "AUTO FOCUS" below. • Moving the projector back and forth can change the image size on the screen. • Adjust the tilt foot if the image is distorted vertically. COMP UTER IN LAMP STATU POWE S R VIDEO IN FOC S-VID EO AUDIO ON/ST PC AND CONT ROL BY T LEC SE IN O .
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) AUTO KEYSTONE Correction The AUTO KEYSTONE correction feature will correct the vertical distortion of a projected image on the screen. No special operation required. Just place the projector on a flat surface. NOTE: When using the AUTO KEYSTONE function, heed the following: • The AUTO KEYSTONE correction will take effect in 2 seconds after changing the projection angle during projection. • The left and right, or horizontal keystone distortion is not available.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ➍ Adjusting Focus Manually Adjust the focus manually in the following cases: • When adjusting the focus out of the effective range of the automatic focus • When finely adjusting the focus • When the menu setting for [AUTO FOCUS] is turned off Adjusting with buttons on the cabinet or the remote control 1. Press the FOCUS button quickly. L-MOUSE-R VIDEO FOCUS COMPUTER AUTO ADJ. LAMP STATUS The focus adjustment screen will be displayed. POWER FOCUS AUTO ADJ.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ➎ Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually You can also correct the vertical keystone distortion manually. NOTE: • Keystone correction by using the SELECT ▲/▼ button is not possible when [VIEWER] is selected for the source. • The vertical keystone angle can be corrected between 40 degrees upward and 40 degrees downward from level.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 4. Correct the vertical distortion. Use the SELECT ◀ or ▶ button to correct the vertical keystone distortion. NOTE: The KEYSTONE Correction feature can cause an image to be slightly blurred because the correction is made electronically. 5. Press the EXIT button three times to close the menu. TIP: You can save the changes using the KEYSTONE SAVE feature when you turn off the projector.
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OFF ON POWER MAGNIFY AV-MUTE PAGE 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) UP DOWN ➐ Adjusting Volume Up & Down MENU Sound level from the speaker on the projector can be adjusted. ENTER EXIT L-MOUSE-R VIDEO FOCUS COMPUTER AUTO ADJ. S-VIDEO VIEWER LAMP MODE VOLUME ASPECT HELP PICTURE FREEZE Another way to adjust volume is to use the menu. Select [ADJUST] → [BASIC] → [VOLUME] from the menu.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❾ After Use Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off. 1. Unplug the power cable. 2. Disconnect any other cables. 3. Retract adjustable tilt foot and rear foot if extended. 4. Cover the lens with the lens cap. 5. Put the projector and its accessories in the supplied soft case. Place the projector in the soft case as shown below. This is to prevent the lens from damage. Lens Lens E SOURC BY LAM ND ER STA STA P POW TUS ON/ CT SELE AUTO ADJ.
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4. Convenient Features ➊ Turning Off the Image and Sound Press the AV-MUTE button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time. OFF ON POWER OFF MAGNIFY AV-MUTE POWER MAGNIFY AV-MUTE Press again to restore the image and sound from the speaker. NOTE: Even though the image is turned off, the menu still remains on the screen. UP PAGE UP DOWN DOWN MENU MENU ENTER EXIT ENTER L-MOUSE-R ➋ Freezing a Picture ON PAGE EXIT FOCUS L-MOUSE-R FOCUS VIDEO COMPUTER AUTO ADJ.
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4. Convenient Features ➍ Changing Lamp Mode The lamp life can be extended by using the ECO mode. To change to the “ECO” mode, do the following: L-MOUSE-R 1. Press the LAMP MODE button to display [LAMP MODE] screen. 2. Use the SELECT ▲ or ▼ button to select [ECO] mode. 3. Press the ENTER button. Or press the SELECT ▶ button to select [OK] and press the ENTER button. VIDEO FOCUS COMPUTER AUTO ADJ.
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4. Convenient Features 5. Press the SELECT ▼ button to select [ON] and press the ENTER button. The [SECURITY KEYWORD] screen will be displayed. 6. Type in a combination of the four SELECT ▲▼◀▶ buttons and press the ENTER button. NOTE: A keyword must be 4 to 10 digits in length. The [CONFIRM KEYWORD] screen will be displayed. 7. Type in the same combination of SELECT ▲▼◀▶ buttons and press the ENTER button. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [YES] and press the ENTER button.
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4. Convenient Features To disable the SECURITY function: 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed. 2. Select [SETUP] → [INSTALLATION] → [SECURITY] and press the ENTER button. The OFF/ON menu will be displayed. 3. Select [OFF] and press the ENTER button. The KEYWORD CONFIRMATION screen will be displayed. 4. Type in your keyword and press the ENTER button. When the correct keyword is entered, the SECURITY function will be disabled. NOTE: If you forget your keyword, contact your dealer.
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4. Convenient Features ➏ Using the Optional Remote Mouse Receiver (NP01MR) The optional remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer’s mouse functions from the remote control. It is a great convenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations. Connecting the remote mouse receiver to your computer If you wish to use the remote mouse function, connect the mouse receiver and computer. The mouse receiver can be connected directly to the computer’s USB port (type A).
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4. Convenient Features Operating your computer’s mouse from the remote control You can operate your computer's mouse from the remote control. PAGE UP/DOWN Button...... scrolls the viewing area of the window or to move to the previous or next slide in PowerPoint on your computer. SELECT ▲▼◀▶ Buttons..... moves the mouse cursor on your computer. MOUSE-L Button................ works as the mouse left button. MOUSE-R Button................ works as the mouse right button.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) ❶ What you can do with the Viewer The NP62 and NP52 have the Viewer. The Viewer has the following features. • When a commercially available USB memory that stores image files is inserted into the USB port (Type A) of the projector, the Viewer allows you to view the image files on the USB memory. Even if no computer is available, presentations can be conducted simply with the projector. • Image formats such as GIF, JPEG, PNG, and BMP can be projected.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) NOTE • The NP61 and NP41 do not have the Viewer. • The USB port of the NP62 and the NP52 does not support USB hub. Both a USB memory and the Bluetooth® USB adaptor cannot be used at the same time. • The following operations by using the buttons on the projector are not possible when the VIEWER screen such as the slide screen and the thumbnail screen is displayed.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) ❷ Projecting images stored in a USB memory device (Basic operation) This section explains the basic operation of the Viewer. The explanation provides the operational procedure when the Viewer [OPTIONS] menu (→ page 41) is set to the factory default. - Starting the Viewer.......................................................................below - Removing the USB memory from the projector....................... page 38 - Exiting the Viewer.................................
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) 5. Press the SELECT ▶ button. The next image will be displayed. 6. Press the SELECT ◀ button. The previous image will be displayed. 7. Press the MENU button. The control bar will be displayed. • Pressing the MENU button during display of the control bar will display the SOURCE SELECT screen. Press the MENU button again to close the SOURCE SELECT screen. • Pressing the EXIT button during display of the control bar will close the control bar. 8.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) 3. Press the SELECT ◀ to select [OK] and press the ENTER button. The confirmation message will be displayed at the center of the screen. 4. Press the ENTER button. The confirmation message will be changed. 5. Remove the USB memory from the projector. CO T U SO 39 E RC HELP C LE FOCUS COMPUTER AUTO ADJ. BY E S US TIP: To exit the Viewer using the remote control, select a source other than [VIEWER]. FREEZE S L The Viewer will be exited. PICTURE ND CO RO 3.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) ❸ Operating the slide screen The slide screen allows you to perform the following operations. SELECT ▶ button...............Displays the next image. SELECT ◀ button...............Displays the previous image. ENTER button.....................Displays the pointer ( ). The pointer can be moved by using the SELECT ▲▼◀▶ button. Press the ENTER button again to close the pointer. EXIT button.........................Switches to the thumbnail screen. MENU button....................
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) Name ① Path ② Up directory ③ Images or folder (in thumbnail or icon form) ④ File name of selected image Description Displays the path of the displayed image. When a USB memory is inserted, the drive name is displayed as [USB]. When the Bluetooth USB adaptor is inserted, the drive name is displayed as [Bluetooth]. Returns to the upper (parent) folder. Displays the image in the thumbnail (reduced display) or icon form.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) VIEWER SORT [NAME (ABC..)] (Note 1) NAME (ZYX..) TYPE (ABC..) TYPE (ZYX..) DATE (NEW) DATE (OLD) SIZE (LARGE) SIZE (SMALL) Selects the sorting order of the slides or thumbnails for slideshow. REMOVE USB DEVICE EXECUTE Stops the USB memory inserted into the projector. Execute this menu item before removing the USB memory from the projector.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) Entering Characters To enter or change [DEVICE NAME] and [PASSKEY] at the use of Bluetooth® USB adaptor, use the character entry screen (software keyboard). This section uses an example of entering a passkey to describe how to enter characters. When you select [CHANGE] of [PASSKEY] from the [OPTIONS] menu, the character entry screen will be displayed. Entering characters 1. Press the SELECT ▼ button. The cursor will move to the character type section. 2.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) Changing characters in the entry field 1. Press the SELECT ▲ or ▼ button to move the cursor to select and . The and will be changed to dark gray. 2. Press the SELECT ◀ or ▶ button. The cursor (I) in the entry field will be moved from side to side. 3. Move the cursor (I) to the right of the character to be deleted. 4. Press the SELECT ▼ button and move the cursor to select [DELETE] and press the ENTER button. The character in the entry field will be deleted.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) ❺ Using the Bluetooth® wireless technology to transmit images Overview Connecting the optional Bluetooth® USB adaptor (NP01BA) to the USB port (Type A) of the projector will allow you to transmit images wirelessly from your computers or mobile phones with Bluetooth wireless technology to the projector. [Important] • If you remove the Bluetooth® USB adaptor from the projector, all the images that the projector received will be deleted.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) Operating Procedures 1. Turn on the projector. 2. Select [VIEWER] from the [SOURCE] menu. • Another way to select the [VIEWER] source is to press the VIEWER button on the remote control. • When the slide screen is displayed from the Viewer, press the EXIT button to change it to the thumbnail screen. • Make sure that the drive display shows“Bluetooth”on the top left of the thumbnail screen. 3. Insert the Bluetooth® USB adaptor into the USB port of the projector.
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5. Using the Viewer (NP62/NP52) Troubleshooting on Using the Bluetooth wireless technology to transmit images Problem Check These Items Cannot the projector, or transmission rate is too slow • Check if the Bluetooth® USB adaptor is fully inserted into the USB port of the projector, and make sure that the Bluetooth® USB adaptor is displayed in the thumbnail screen.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ❶ Using the Menus 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the menu. NOTE: The commands such as ENTER, EXIT, ▲▼, ◀▶ in the bottom show available buttons for your operation. 2. Press the SELECT ◀▶ buttons on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the submenu. 3. Press the ENTER button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to highlight the top item or the first tab. 4.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ➋ Menu Elements Tab Slide bar Highlight Solid triangle Available buttons Source Radio button High Altitude symbol Thermometer symbol Key Lock symbol Off Timer remaining time Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Highlight..............................Indicates the selected menu or item. Solid triangle.......................Indicates further choices are available. A highlighted triangle indicates the item is active. Tab............................
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ➌ List of Menu Items Some menu items are not available depending on the input source.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu SETUP OPTIONS (2) USAGE TIME SOURCE INFO. RESET OFF TIMER STANDBY MODE AUTO POWER ON (AC) AUTO POWER ON (COMP.) AUTO POWER OFF OFF NORMAL OFF OFF OFF DEFAULT SOURCE SELECT LAST LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY VERTICAL FREQUENCY SIGNAL TYPE OFF/0:30/1:00/2:00/4:00/8:00/12:00/16:00 NORMAL, POWER-SAVING OFF, ON OFF, ON OFF/0:05/0:10/0:20/0:30 LAST, AUTO, COMPUTER, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, VIEWER (NP62/NP52) RGB, COMPONENT, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, HDTV NTSC, NTSC3.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ➍ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SOURCE] NP61/NP41 NP62/NP52 COMPUTER Selects the computer connected to your COMPUTER input connector. NOTE: • When the component input signal is connected to the COMPUTER IN connector, select [COMPUTER]. • The projector will determine if the input signal is RGB or component signal. VIDEO Selects what is connected to your VIDEO input-VCR, DVD player or document camera. S-VIDEO Selects what is connected to your S-VIDEO input-VCR or DVD player.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ➎ Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [BASIC] [PRESET] This function allows you to select optimized settings for your projected image. You can adjust neutral tint for yellow, cyan or magenta. There are six factory presets optimized for various types of images. You can also use [DETAIL SETTINGS] to set user adjustable settings to customize each gamma or color. Your settings can be stored in [PRESET 1] to [PRESET 6]. HIGH-BRIGHT........ Recommended for use in a brightly lit room.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu [DETAIL SETTINGS] Storing Your Customized Settings [REFERENCE] This function allows you to store your customized settings in [PRESET 1] to [PRESET 6]. First, select a base preset mode from [REFERENCE] , then set [GAMMA CORRECTION], [COLOR TEMPERATURE], and [BrilliantColor]. HIGH-BRIGHT........ Recommended for use in a brightly lit room. PRESENTATION..... Recommended for making a presentation using a PowerPoint file. VIDEO.....................
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6. Using On-Screen Menu [CONTRAST] Adjusts the intensity of the image according to the incoming signal. [BRIGHTNESS] Adjusts the brightness level or the back raster intensity. [SHARPNESS] Controls the detail of the image for Video. [COLOR] Increases or decreases the color saturation level. [HUE] Varies the color level from +/- green to +/-blue. The red level is used as reference.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu [IMAGE OPTIONS] Adjusting Clock and Phase [CLOCK/PHASE] This allows you to manually adjust CLOCK and PHASE. 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. This adjustment may be necessary when you connect your computer for the first time. PHASE....................
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position [HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL] Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically. - An image can be distorted during the adjustment of [CLOCK] and [PHASE]. This is not malfunction. - The adjustments for [CLOCK], [PHASE], [HORIZONTAL], and [VERTICAL] will be stored in memory for the current signal. The next time you project the signal with the same resolution, horizontal and vertical frequency, its adjustments will be called up and applied.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Aspect Ratio [ASPECT RATIO] Aspect Ratio allows you to select the best Aspect mode to display your source image. You can also display the Aspect Ratio window by pressing the ASPECT button on the remote control. (→ page 7) NORMAL Standard 4:3 aspect The 16:9 image is stretched left and right to fit 4:3 screen. Some left and right edges of the image are cut out. WIDE ZOOM 16:9 signal The 16:9 image is compressed top and bottom of the image to fit 16:9 screen.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting the Vertical Position of Image [CINEMA POSITION] (only when [CINEMA] is selected for [ASPECT RATIO]) This feature adjusts the vertical position of the image when viewing video with Cinema aspect ratio selected. When [CINEMA] is selected in [ASPECT RATIO], the image is displayed with black borders on the top and bottom. You can adjust the vertical position from the top to the bottom of the black area.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ➏ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [GENERAL] Enabling Auto Keystone [AUTO KEYSTONE] This feature allows the projector to detect its tilt and correct vertical distortion automatically. To turn on the AUTO KEYSTONE feature, select [ON]. To adjust the KEYSTONE feature manually, select [OFF]. Correcting Vertical Keystone Distortion Manually [KEYSTONE] You can correct vertical distortion manually.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Using the Wall Color Correction [WALL COLOR] This function allows for quick adaptive color correction in applications where the screen material is not white. Setting Lamp Mode to Normal or Eco [LAMP MODE] This feature enables you to select two brightness modes of the lamp: NORMAL and ECO modes. The lamp life can be extended by using the ECO mode. Selecting ECO mode decreases fan noise when compared to NORMAL mode.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu [INSTALLATION] Selecting Projector Orientation [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. DESKTOP FRONT CEILING REAR DESKTOP REAR CEILING FRONT Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [CONTROL PANEL LOCK] This option turns on or off the CONTROL PANEL LOCK function. NOTE: • This CONTROL PANEL LOCK does not affect the remote control functions.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Menu Color [MENU COLOR SELECT] You can choose between two options for menu color: COLOR and MONOCHROME. Selecting Menu Display Time [MENU DISPLAY TIME] This option allows you to select how long the projector waits after the last touch of a button to turn off the menu. The preset choices are [MANUAL], [AUTO 5 SEC], [AUTO 15 SEC], and [AUTO 45 SEC]. The [AUTO 45 SEC] is the factory preset.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Setting ID to the Projector [CONTROL ID] (Available only when the optional remote control NP02RC is used) You can operate multiple projectors separately and independently with a single remote control that has the CONTROL ID function. If you assign the same ID to all the projectors, you can conveniently operate all the projectors together using the single remote control. To do so, you have to assign an ID number to each projector. CONTROL ID NUMBER.......
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6. Using On-Screen Menu [OPTIONS(1)] Enabling or Disabling Auto Focus [AUTO FOCUS] This option turns on or off the AUTO FOCUS feature. (→ page 22) NOTE: When the “AUTO FOCUS” is on, the AUTO FOCUS function works instantly under the following conditions: • When you turn on the power. • When you change the zoom. • When you reposition the projector. • When you change the projection angle.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Enabling Key Sound and Error Sound [BEEP] This feature turns on or off the button sound or alarm when the following operations are performed. - displaying the main menu - switching sources - Resetting data by using [RESET] - Pressing POWER ON or POWER OFF button [OPTIONS(2)] Using Off Timer [OFF TIMER] 1. Select your desired time between 30 minutes and 16 hours: OFF, 0:30, 1:00, 2:00, 4:00, 8:00, 12:00, 16:00. 2. Press the ENTER button on the remote control. 3.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu Enabling Auto Power On [AUTO POWER ON(AC)] 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. Turning On the Projector By Applying RGB Signal [AUTO POWER ON(COMP.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.] Displays the status of the current signal and lamp usage. This item has three pages. The information included is as follows: TIP: Pressing the HELP button on the remote control will show the INFORMATION menu items. [USAGE TIME] [LAMP LIFE REMAINING] (%)* [LAMP HOURS USED] (H) * The progress indicator shows the percentage of remaining bulb life. The value informs you of the amount of lamp usage.
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6. Using On-Screen Menu ➑ Menu Descriptions & Functions [RESET] Returning to Factory Default [RESET] The RESET feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset for a (all) source (s) except the following: [CURRENT SIGNAL] Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels.
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7. Maintenance This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the focus sensor, lens and replace the lamp and the cooling pump. ➊ Cleaning the Lens and Focus Sensor Cleaning the lens Use a blower or lens paper to clean the lens, and be careful not to scratch or mar the lens. D BY SOU RCE LE CT O N /S TA N SE PO P M S LA TU A R ST E W FO C U S ADAUTO J. Cleaning the focus sensor Use a blower or lens paper to clean the focus sensor.
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7. Maintenance ➌ Replacing the Lamp and the Cooling Pump After your lamp has been operating for 2500 hours (up to 3500 hours in ECO mode) or longer, the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will blink red and the message [THE LAMP HAS REACHED THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE. PLEASE REPLACE THE LAMP.] will appear. Even though the lamp may still be working, replace it at 2500 (up to 3500 hours in ECO mode) hours to maintain optimal projector performance. After replacing the lamp, be sure to clear the lamp hour meter.
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7. Maintenance 3. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condition. The two screws are not removable. Remove the lamp housing by holding the handle. Interlock NOTE: There is an interlock on this case to prevent the risk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock. Fig. A Fig. B Fig.
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7. Maintenance 4. Push the part as shown on the drawing and insert a new lamp housing until it is plugged into the socket. CAUTION Do not use a lamp other than the NEC replacement lamp NP09LP (NP62/NP61) or NP08LP (NP52/NP41). Order this from your NEC dealer. Secure it in place with the two screws. NOTE: Tighten the two screws alternately until both screws are completely tightened. Failure to do this can result in air leak from the cooling pump, causing the pump error. (→ page 76) 1 2 5.
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7. Maintenance (2) Remove the cooling pump cover. Contact area of the connector N VIDE O IN S-VI DE O IN NOTE: Keep the contact area of the connector clean. If there are dust and dirt in the contact area of the connector, remove them. AC IN 7. Install a new cooling pump. (1) Align the tabs on the cooling pump cover with the guide on the cabinet and slide the cooling pump cover. IN VIDE O IN S-VI DE O IN (2) Tighten the cooling pump cover screw.
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8. Appendix ➊ Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator Condition Off 0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off 2.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off 0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off Green Blinking light Orange Steady light Projector Condition The main power is off – The projector is getting ready to turn Wait for a moment. on. – Off Timer is enabled. Green Orange The projector is cooling down. Wait for a moment.
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8. Appendix Common Problems & Solutions (→ "Power/Status/Lamp Indicator" on page 76.) Problem Check These Items Does not turn on • Check that the power cable is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control is on. (→ page 15, 16) • Ensure that the lamp cover is installed correctly. (→ page 74) • Ensure that the two screws on the lamp housing are completely tightened.(→ page 74) • Ensure that the cooling pump is installed correctly.
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8. Appendix If there is no picture, or the picture is not displayed correctly. • Power on process for the projector and the PC. Be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases the output signal from the notebook PC is not turned on unless connected to the projector before being powered up. NOTE: You can check the horizontal frequency of the current signal in the projector’s menu under Information.
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8. Appendix ➋ Specifications This section provides technical information about the NP62/NP61/NP52/NP41 projector's performance. Model Number NP62/NP61/NP52/NP41 Optical Projection System Resolution Lens Lamp Light Output*2,*3 Contrast Ratio*3 (full white: full black) Image Size (Diagonal) Projection Distance Projection Angle *1 *2 *3 Single DLP™ chip (0.55", aspect 4:3) 1024 x 768 pixels*1 Manual zoom and auto focus/manual powered focus (effective range: 57.1"/1.5 m - 216.5"/5.5 m) / manual focus F2.
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8. Appendix Mechanical Installation Dimensions Net Weight Environmental Considerations Orientation: Desktop/Front, Desktop/Rear, Ceiling/Front, Ceiling/Rear 9.7" (W) x 2.8" (H) x 7.0" (D) 246 mm (W) x 72 mm (H) x 177 mm (D) (not including protrusions) NP62/NP52: 3.75 lbs / 1.7 kg NP61/NP41: 3.5 lbs / 1.
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81 Unit: mm (inch) 59 (2.3") Lens center 73 (2.9") Lens center 246 (9.7") 79 (3.1") 177 (7.0") LAMP STATUS POWER AUTO ADJ. SELECT SOURCE FOCUS ON/STAND BY NP62/NP52 COMPUTER IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN PC CONTROL USB PC CONTROL 72 (2.8") COMPUTER IN AC IN ➌ Cabinet Dimensions 8.
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8. Appendix ➍ Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Connector Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector 11 12 13 14 15 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 Signal Level Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal : TTL level Pin No.
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8. Appendix ➎ Compatible Input Signal List Horizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz (RGB: 24 kHz or over) Vertical: 50 Hz to 85 Hz Signal Resolution ( Dots ) Frequency H. ( kHz ) Refresh Rate ( Hz ) NTSC – 15.73 60.00 PAL – 15.63 50.00 PAL60 – 15.73 60.00 SECAM – 15.63 50.00 VESA 640 × 480 31.47 59.94 IBM 640 × 480 31.48 59.95 MAC 640 × 480 35.00 66.67 VESA 640 × 480 37.86 72.81 VESA 640 × 480 37.50 75.00 VESA 640 × 480 43.27 85.01 VESA 800 × 600 35.16 56.
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8. Appendix ➐ Troubleshooting Check List Before contacting your dealer or service personnel, check the following list to be sure repairs are needed also by referring to the “Troubleshooting” section in your user’s manual. This checklist below will help us solve your problem more efficiently. * Print the following pages. Frequency of occurrence  always  sometimes (How often? Power No power (POWER indicator does not light green) See also “Status Indicator (STATUS)”.
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8. Appendix In the space below please describe your problem in detail. Information on application and environment where your projector is used Projector Installation environment Model number: Screen size: Serial No.
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8. Appendix ➑ TravelCare Guide 7) Problems caused by natural consumption, wear or deterioration of parts under normal usage conditions. 8) Problems or damage to lamps and other expendable supplies, included parts or optional parts. 9) Other conditions stipulated in the warranty included with the product also apply. TravelCare - a service for international travelers This product is eligible for “TravelCare”, NEC’s unique international warranty.
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8. Appendix In Asia and Middle East NEC Display Solutions, Ltd. Address: 686-1, Nishioi, Oi-Machi, Ashigarakami-Gun, Kanagawa 258-0017, Japan Telephone: +81 465 85 2369 Fax Line: +81 465 85 2393 Email Address: support_pjweb@gw.neds.nec.co.jp WEB Address: http://www.nec-pj.com Hyosung ITX Co., Ltd. Address: 1st Fl., Ire B/D. #2, 4Ga, Yangpyeng-Dong, Youngdeungpo-Gu, Seoul, Korea 150-967 Telephone: +82 2 2163 4193 Fax Line: +82 2 2163 4196 Email Address: moneybear@hyosung.
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8. Appendix Date: / / P-1/ , , TO: NEC or NEC’s Authorized Service Station: FM: (Company & Name with signature) Dear Sir (s), I would like to apply your TravelCare Service Program based on attached registration and qualification sheet and agree with your following conditions, and also the Service fee will be charged to my credit card account, if I don’t return the Loan units within the specified period. I also confirm following information is correct. Regards.
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8. Appendix Condition of your TravelCare Service Program 5. Loan Service Charges and Conditions: Upon acceptance of this NEC Projector, Customer agrees to assume liability for this loan unit. Enduser is requested to understand following condition of TravelCare Service Program and complete the necessary information on the application sheet. The current cost of use of this loan unit is $200.00 USD for 12 calendar days.