Unsurpassed NEC Technologies
quality and reliability
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The accuracy of digital pr ojection
technology. The high brightness
of an efficient optic system.
The clarity of seamless picture
reproduction. The professional
performance of exclusive image
enhancements and controls.
The simplicity of “plug and
play” operation. The r eliability
you expect from the leader in
display technology.
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For large-venue applications demanding the ultimate in image
®
quality, the MultiSync
HiVid®Series High Light Output
projectors offer a completely digital solution.
The MultiSync HiVid Series HLO™projectors deliver
a superior digital display solution designed to
meet the demands of large-venue applications in
corporate and entertainment environments. These
HLO projection systems have been thoughtfully
designed to achieve the ultimate in image quality,
image control and ease of use. The outstanding
performance of these projectors enables you to:
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Display superior images with high brightness.
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Create more sophisticated displays with NEC
Technologies exclusive image enhancement and
control features.
With completely digital projection technology, the MultiSync HiVid Series projectors
offer unique image quality advantages not available with other projection systems.
Seamless images
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors produce
images that are virtually seamless. Because
90% of the pixel or mirror area can actively
reflect light to create the projected image,
the human eye sees more visual information
than with conventional projection systems.
In addition, the uniform pixel size and spacing
enables the MultiSync HiVid Series projectors
to achieve a higher perceived resolution than
other projection technologies.
Digital gray scale and
color reproduction
The digital nature of the MultiSync HiVid Series
projectors makes possible digital gray scale
and color reproduction, producing lifelike color
images with exceptional accuracy. In fact, DLP
comes closer than any other technology to
producing an exact mirror image of an input
video or graphic signal, making it the ideal
medium to display computer graphics, television
signals and other digital images.
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Display more accurate, lifelike images with an entirely
digital projection system.
High brightness
Because the MultiSync HiVid Series projectors
utilize a reflective technology, they are far
more efficient than competing systems.
More light gets from the lamp to the
screen—an important factor in high-brightness applications. The MultiSync HiVid 3500
produces more than 3500 ANSI lumens of
light output, while the MultiSync HiVid 6500
produces more than 6500 ANSI lumens.
Projection
lens
Using Digital Light
Processing
Texas Instruments, the
MultiSync HiVid Series
projectors make possible
a completely digital
information structure.
Until now, displaying
digital information on
a large screen required
converting the signal
to analog just before
display, introducing
signal noise to the data
path. As a digital display
technology, DLP completes the digital video
infrastructure and preserves the digital integrity
of your information.
Bringing the same kind
of revolutionary advantages to video projection
as the digital compact
disc brought to audio
reproduction, DLP
enables noise-free,
precise image quality
with digital gray scale
and color reproduction.
Light
source
™
(DLP™) by
Digital Micromirror
™
™
(DMD)
Device
The MultiSync HiVid
Series projectors use a
three-chip DLP system,
which means they add
color by splitting white
light into the three primary
colors using a prism
system. This approach
uses a Digital Micromirror
™
Device
(DMD™) by
Texas Instruments, one
for each of the primary
colors. As a result, the
total reflective area is
increased, producing a
much brighter image. In
addition, higher bit color
is possible with the threechip system. Because
light is directed to each
DMD for the entire TV
field, 10-bit gray scale per
color is possible, allowing
the three-chip system to
reproduce 1,024 shades
of gray compared
to 256 in a one-chip system. This highly efficient,
three-chip projection
system is ideal for
large-screen and highbrightness applications.
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With exclusive image enhancement features, the
MultiSync HiVid Series projectors let you take your
high light output displays to new heights.
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors are packed with features that make them stand out among high
light output projection systems. A comprehensive array of image enhancement features, available only
from NEC Technologies, lets you maximize the quality and sophistication of your projected image.
White and brightness uniformity correction
White uniformity and brightness uniformity are critical to overall image quality in applications requiring
high light output. Using NEC Technologies exclusive
AccuZone technology, the MultiSync HiVid Series
projectors enable you to achieve over 90% edgeto-edge white and brightness uniformity. This
correction can be made automatically utilizing
NEC Technologies optional PC control software.
Linear color temperature scale
Lets you adjust the tint in a linear fashion, without
steps, for optimal display of white in video and
computer signals.
Sync mode select
Permits you to select the appropriate sync mode
to best match the video input signal, so that the
output image achieves the same quality as the
input image.
Edge Blending The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors feature NEC Technologies exclusive edge-blending technology, allowing two projectors to be stacked side-by-side with the edges of their
on-screen images perfectly matched. For example, two 3:4 images can be blended side-by-side to achieve one image that has a 3:8 aspect ratio, resulting in a cinema-like, superwide image.
(An optional image splitter is required to achieve this effect.)
Proprietary high-performance video
image processing
Exclusive to NEC Technologies, 3D image processing
greatly improves video to far exceed any other
LCD or DLP high light output projection system.
Selectable color matrix
Allows the MultiSync HiVid Series projectors to
be matched to the incoming signal, resulting in
perfect color reproduction. Signal compatibility
includes DVD (YUV, Y. Cr. Cb.), HDTV (Y. Pb.
Pr. tri-level sync) and Y. R-Y B-Y.
Color transient improvement
Further improves video quality by increasing
picture and color resolution, making the image
sharper and more detailed.
Noise reduction
Eliminates unwanted artifacts that can be present
in video signals.
Selectable gamma correction
Through selectable gamma correction, the
MultiSync HiVid Series projectors allow the user to
achieve satisfying picture quality. Gamma correction
from 1.0 to 2.9 can be selected with continuation.
Without gamma correction, correct luminance and
chrominance levels for each gray scale component
cannot be maintained.
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors feature gamma
correction for the most accurate gray scale and color
representation.
Typical 3:4 aspect ratio
▲▲
Extended 3:8 aspect ratio with NEC’s edge-blending technology
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▲
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Exclusive xenon arc lamp system provides longer
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NEC
Typical Projection Systems
Life in Hours of Operation
Light Output
800
life, truer color and easy maintenance.
In most large-venue projection
systems, the lamp is the least-efficient
component. Over time, most lamps
degrade in light output and exhibit a
color shift. The decrease in light output
can be as much as 30% in the first 200
hours of operation. NEC Technologies
exclusive bubble-type lamp system
greatly minimizes this effect.
In addition, the lamp in the MultiSync
HiVid Series projectors is safe and easy
to change. The xenon arc lamp itself is
mounted in a special housing and laser
aligned for maximum efficiency. The
housing can easily be removed from
the top or side of the projector and is
easy to remove even when the projector is ceiling-mounted.
To further extend lamp life, the
MultiSync HiVid Series projectors
feature a selectable light output mode:
Hi-Light Mode (220V) Maximum light
output with an expected lamp life of
about 1,000 hours.
Normal Mode (220V) Light output
is rated at 3500 ANSI lumens
(HiVid 3500) or 6500 ANSI lumens
(HiVid 6500) and expected lamp life is
extended to approximately 1,500 hours.
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors
also can be used with a 120V supply,
but light output will decrease.
To aid in managing maintenance, the
MultiSync HiVid Series projectors also
feature a built-in lamp and projector
timer. The timer indicates how long the
current lamp has been in use and how
long the projector has been turned on,
enabling you to better anticipate the
need to change the lamp.
In the first 200 hours of operation, the light output of the NEC xenon arc lamp decreases only
about 5% and, over time, light output remains
relatively constant. Even after 1,000 hours of
operation, more than 80% of the NEC light output is maintained.
The sleek design of the MultiSync HiVid Series
includes integrated handles that simplify
transportation and installation.
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Comprehensive control features simplify setup,
maintenance and operation.
NEC Technologies exclusive control features make the MultiSync HiVid Series projectors simple to set up,
maintain and use. No other manufacturer offers this complete range of control options:
Local monitor output
This feature, exclusive to NEC Technologies, is
ideal for making adjustments during live shows
where on-screen menus could be distracting. By
connecting an optional laptop computer, you can
view the MultiSync HiVid Series projector’s
on-screen menus and make adjustments to the
projector without any menus appearing on the
main display screen. Adjustments can be made
using the remote control or PC control software.
Picture zoom and pan
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors feature the
ability to zoom in on a portion of the picture and
pan around it. This feature is useful for drawing
attention to important parts of a presentation or
magnifying areas so they can be seen more clearly.
100 memory locations
Enables you to store information pertinent to
the incoming signal and immediately recall the
assigned data for each source. Adjustments can
be stored and recalled when needed.
On/Off and sleep timer
Allows you to specify times that the projector will
turn on and off, or set a countdown time to turn
the projector off.
Closed caption capability
Assists the hearing-impaired by allowing on-screen
viewing of audio information in text format.
Addressable remote control
If more than one projector is installed, the addressable remote can be instructed to communicate with
a particular projector without affecting the others.
Lens offset/focus
Allows the lens and image to be shifted both
horizontally and vertically, facilitating easier
positioning on the screen. HiVid 3500:manual
adjustment; HiVid 6500: motorized (vertical),
manual (horizontal)
The MultiSync HiVid 6500 projector also
features the following:
Integrated light shutter
Remote controlled internal shutter system
completely mutes all light output.
Motorized focus adjustment
Focus is motorized, making adjustment easier
where access to the projector may be prohibitive.
A small sliding door on the top of the MultiSync
HiVid Series projectors houses the full-featured
remote control. The remote can be detached from
the unit for wireless infrared operation or used with
the supplied remote control cable.
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Outstanding compatibility supports the latest video formats
and computer resolutions for greater input flexibility.
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors are based on the Texas Instruments DMD chip with native resolution of
848 x 600 for the MultiSync HiVid 3500, and 1024 x 768 for the MultiSync 6500. All other resolutions are scaled
up or down to fit. The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors are compatible with video (NTSC, PAL, SECAM and
NTSC 4.43), Y/C, HDTV and RGB computer signals up to 64 kHz on the MultiSync HiVid 3500, 80 kHz on the
MultiSync 6500. Other outstanding features of the projectors’ compatibility include:
Flexible input panel
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors come standard with inputs for composite video (selectable
between BNC and RCA), Y/C and RGBHV. Two
card slots are also available for additional RGB or
video input cards.
Video display modes
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors feature
the following video display modes:
MultiSync HiVid 3500:
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NTSC non-scaled image (640 x 480 display)
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NTSC scaled image (800 x 600 display)
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NTSC letterbox (640 x 180 display)
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NTSC letterbox scaled (800 x 450 display)
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NTSC full image (800 x 200 display)
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PAL/SECAM (768 x 576 display)
MultiSync HiVid 6500:
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Video display modes are fully adjustable and
can be customized for the most accurate
on-screen representation.
Remote 1Remote 2OptionPowerProjector
status/input
indicator
Slots for adding
optional RGB or
video input cards
HDTV compatibility
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors are HDTVready and can accept HDTV signals (either RGB
or Y. Pb. Pr.).
Component signal capability
The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors are compatible with the following component signals: YUV
(DVD), Y. Pb. Pr. and Y. R-Y B-Y.
Video/S-Video inputs
with audio
RGB/component
inputs
On-screen
display output
Excellent reliability, plus NEC Technologies responsive
service, provides unbeatable peace of mind.
When you purchase a MultiSync HiVid Series projector, you can count on the responsive service and support of
NEC Technologies. The MultiSync HiVid Series projectors perform continual self-diagnosis and feature a status
display that indicates whether any problems have been detected, reducing trouble-shooting time for
service technicians. Finally, the MultiSync HiVid Series projectors are covered by a one-year limited warranty.
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Optional lenses
Nine lenses (five zoom and four fixed) are available for the MultiSync HiVid Series projectors. This assortment
of high-quality lenses delivers a broad range of throw distances, ensuring one is right for your installation.
Optimized for MultiSync 6500
Model No. HVL-X1Z
Ratio 1.5:1-2.5:1
Typezoom
Model No. HVL-1Z
Ratio 1.5:1-3.0:1
Typezoom
Optimized for MultiSync 6500
Model No. HVL-X2Z
Ratio 2.5:1-4.0:1
Typezoom
Model No. HVL-3Z
Ratio 3.0:1-7.0:1
Typezoom
Optimized for MultiSync 6500
Model No. HVL-X4Z
Ratio 4.0:1-7.0:1
Type zoom
Model No. HVL-1F
Ratio 1.27:1
Type fixed
Model No. HVL-3F
Ratio 3.0:1
Typefixed
Model No. HVL-5F
Ratio 5.0:1
Typefixed
Model No. HVL-7F
Ratio 7.0:1
Typefixed
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7.0:1
HVL-7F
5.0:1
HVL-5F
3.0:1
HVL-3F
1.27:1
HVL-1F
Lens ratio
Model #
Screen
10'
14'
18'
42'
70'
10'
56'–98'
42'–98'
35'–56'
21' –42'
21'–35'
4.0:1–7.0:1
HVL-X4Z
3.0:1–7.0:1
HVL-3Z
2.5:1–4.0:1
HVL-X2Z
1.5:1–3.0:1
HVL-1Z
1.5:1–2.5:1
HVL-X1Z
Lens ratio
Model #
Screen
10'
14'
Telephoto lens throw diagram
Zoom lens throw diagram
Optional accessories let you create a completely
To determine the appropriate
lens to use in your installation,
multiply the width of your screen
by the throw distance ratio of the
lens. This will give you the throw
distance of the projector to the
screen. Your installation will need
to allow at least that much distance between the projector and
the screen to utilize that lens.
customized projection system.
The optional accessories available from NEC Technologies enable you to customize your MultiSync HiVid
Series projector to precisely meet your needs.
MultiSync ISS-6020™Video/RGB Switcher
The MultiSync ISS-6020 Switcher gives you the
ability to configure a projection system to your
exact requirements. It enables you to integrate
input from multiple video and RGB inputs,
greatly simplifying source control. The Switcher
includes a total of eleven module slots for extensive
input and output flexibility, accepting any
combination of video, computer, RGB and
high-definition input modules, and up to four
RGB and video output modules.
MultiSync ISS-6020
Video/RGB Switcher
IPS4000Q Image Processor/Scaler
This processor delivers video output that matches
the native resolution of the projector’s source,
allowing the projector to perform at its optimum
resolution. It features television and cinema mode
correction and NEC Technologies exclusive motion
adaptive 3D interpolation for the best-looking video
ever seen on the big screen.
Input cards
Two optional RGB or video cards can be added for
a total of five inputs. The RGB input card accepts
RGB, Y. Pb. Pr. and Y.Cr.Cb. (YUV) input. The
video input card accepts composite or S-Video.
RGB Input Module
Easily handles a wide
range of RGB analog sync
and signal formats including composite sync, separate horizontal and vertical
sync and sync on green.
HLO MultiStack System—Customize your
MultiSync HiVid Series projector with the
following components, sold separately:
A ceiling mount kit, which enables you to
mount the projectors to the ceiling.
A MultiFrame, which offers additional protection
and rigging points, as well as the capability to
double-stack two projectors.
A mirror assembly, which enables the projector
to be mounted on its end for use in areas
with space constraints. A mirror is used to
reflect the image.
RGB Output Module
Up to 4 RGB output
modules may be installed
in the Switcher. This dramatically expands the
Switcher’s capability to
include the functionality
of a distribution amplifier.
High Definition Module
Supports RGB or Y. Pb. Pr.
analog inputs and HDTV
tri-level sync. Note: installation of each High
Definition Module requires
the use of two slots.
VGA Input Module
Full VGA mode sensing
through RGB H/V signal
format is a unique feature.
For faithful reproduction
of VGA or XGA-2 sources
this module is mandatory.
Video Input Module
Accepts standard composite video as well
as higher-resolution
S-Video formats. Like all
modules, it accepts stereo
audio inputs as well.
Video Output Module
Outputs a standard
composite or S-Video
signal when a composite
or S-Video signal source
is selected.
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MultiSync HiVid Projector Series Specifications Model #XL3500 and #XL6500
Projection Type
Both models: 3 Chip DMD high light output projector
Projection System
Both models: 3 Chip DMD, 1 lens
Display Orientation
Both models: Front Floor, Rear Floor, Front Ceiling, Rear Ceiling
line digital comb filter; SECAM: Trap; NTSC 4.43: Band pass filter
Gray Scale
Both models: 256 level per color (8 bit per color)
For the location of the MultiSync HiVid projector dealer nearest you or for more information on MultiSync
HiVid projector accessories, call 1-800- NEC - INFO.
To speak to a MultiSync HiVid projector customer service representative, call 1-800-836-0655.
Visit our World Wide Web home page at http://www.nec.com.
For more information via fax, call NEC FastFacts at 1-800-366-0476 and request Catalog #1.
NEC Technologies, Inc.
1250 N. Arlington Heights Road, Suite 500, Itasca, Illinois 60143-1248
Set-up Signal
Both models: Gray scale signal, Cross hatch signal, All white,
Power supply
Both models: Typical requirement: AC 200V - 240V; Acceptable: AC 100 -
Power Consumption
Both models: 2.4KW (Max) AC 198 - 264V, 1.2KW AC 100 - 132V
Input Current
Both models: 15A (AC 100 - 132V 50/60Hz)
Remote Control
Both models: Wired/Wireless
Remote Control Function
Both models: Power on/off, Input select, Source/test signal select, Pixel