Operating Instructions ® 3-chip DLP -based Projector Commercial Use PT-D12000U Models No. PT-DZ12000U Read these instructions completely before operating this unit. TQBJ 0263-2...
Dear Panasonic Customer: This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will help you to get the most performance out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic ®...
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・4 Precautions with regard to safety ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・6 Before Using ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 10 Location and function of each part ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 12 Using the remote control unit ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 17 Installation ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 19 Connection ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 27 Installation of (optional) input modules ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 30 How to install and remove the projection lens (optional) ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・...
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
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PT-D12000U/PT-DZ12000U Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number: (888) 411-1996 Email: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Precautions with regard to safety WARNING If a problem occurs (such as no image) or if you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the projector, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. •...
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Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable. • If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and injury or damage could result. Do not place the projector into water or let it become wet.
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Precautions with regard to safety (continued) CAUTION Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places where the projector may come into contact with smoke or steam. • Using the projector under such conditions may result in fire or electric shocks. When disconnecting the power cord, hold the plug, not the cord.
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Ask an Authorized Service Center to clean inside the projector at least once a year. • If dust is left to build up inside the projector without being cleaned out, it can result in fire or problems with operation. • It is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector before the season for humid weather arrives.
Before Using Accessories Check that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your projector. Remote Control Batteries for Remote [N2QAYB000076 × 1] Control (AA) Caution when moving the projector The projection lens is susceptible to vibrations and impacts. Be sure to always remove the lens during transport. Cautions regarding setup Be sure to observe the following precautions when installing the product.
• Change your password regularly. • Panasonic and its affiliate companies would never directly inquire about your password. In the event that somebody does make a direct inquiry, do not let the person know your password. • Use a network for which security measures such as a firewall have been implemented.
Location and function of each part Remote control unit Front 1 Remote control operation indicator lamp This LED flashes when any button is pressed. If it doesn’t, check the side Lock switch and the batteries. 2 POWER STANDBY button ・・・・・・・・・ (pp. 37, 39) When the projector is operating, use this key to enter the Standby mode.
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Side l AUTO SET UP button ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ (p. 49) Pressing this button while projecting an image automatically corrects the picture positioning on the screen. While the auto setup feature is active, a message “PROGRESS...” appears on the screen. m SHUTTER button ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ (p. 48) Pressing this button toggles the projector’s internal mechanical shutter to black out the projected image.
Location and function of each part (continued) Projector Main Unit Front 8 9 j 1 Projection lens cover ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ (p. 36) 2 Projection lens (optional) Lens for projecting images on the screen. 3 Remote control receiver window (front) ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ (p. 17) This window receives the signal beam emitted from the remote control.
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Side Connection terminals (p. 16) 1 AC IN terminal ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ (p. 37) Connect the supplied line power cord into this receptacle. Do not connect any other cable to this socket. 2 MAIN POWER switch ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ (pp. 37-39) Use this switch to turn on “I” and off “○” the commercial line power applied to the projector.
Location and function of each part (continued) Connection terminals 1 REMOTE1 lN/OUT terminal ・・・・・・・・・・・・ (p. 18) When two or more main units are used in the system, they can be connected and controlled with a wired remote control cable (M3 jack). 2 REMOTE2 IN terminal ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・...
Using the remote control unit Loading batteries When loading supplied AA batteries into the battery compartment of the Remote Control, make sure that their polarities are correct. Open battery compartment lid. 1 and then 2 . • Open the lid in the order Insert the batteries.
Using the remote control unit (continued) Note • The Remote Control may not function properly if line-of-site operation is blocked. • The Remote Control receiver may not function properly in intense ambient light such as fluorescent lamps. Carefully site the projector so its Remote Control receiver windows will not be directly exposed to intense light.
The optional high- or low-ceiling mount brackets enable flexible installation. System 2 Connection to a computer via the DVI-D IN terminal or DVI-D input module (optional). System 3 Built-in keystone and geometric correction can compensate for offset projector mounting and curved screens. Panasonic ENGLISH – 19...
H=SH/2 for both the PT-D12000U and PT-DZ12000U. If the ET-D75LE6 has been installed, the values will be H = 0.1 × SH to 0.9 × SH for the PT-D12000U, and H = 0 to SH for the PT-DZ12000U. 20 – ENGLISH...
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Projected range using geometric adjustment VERTICAL KEYSTONE Side View α Screen VERTICAL ARC Side View L2 : Projection distance R2 : Radius of the circle Screen Side View Center of the circle Screen L3 : Projection distance R3 : Radius of the circle Keystone correction only Vertical Horizontal...
Installation (continued) Projection distances by the type of projection lenses (optional) The available lenses have been designed with different projector-distance to screen-width ratios (“throw ratios”). Select the appropriate lens model for your projection distance and screen size. Consult the following tables and Panasonics’s online Lens Calculator.
For the screen aspect ratio of 16:9 (Units: m (feet/inches)) Lens type Model number of ET-D75LE1 projection lens Throw ratio 1.4-1.8 : 1 Screen dimensions Screen Effective Effective Min. Max. size height width (inch) (SH) (SW) 0.872 1.550 2.07 2.77 (2´10˝) (5´1˝) (6´9˝)
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Installation (continued) Projection distances by the type of projection lenses (for PT-D12000U) For the screen aspect ratio of 4:3 (Units: m (feet/inches)) Lens type Model number of ET-D75LE1 projection lens Throw ratio 1.5-2.0 : 1 Screen dimensions Screen Effective Effective...
If the projector is used with a screen size not listed in this manual, check the diagonal dimension (inch) of your screen and calculate the projection distance using the following formulas. Calculation formulas for projection distance by lens types (for PT-DZ12000U) Model number of Throw ratio Aspect ratio projection lens...
Connection Before starting connection • Before connection, read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. • Turning off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. • If any connection cable is not supplied with the device, or if no optional cable is available for connection of the device, prepare a necessary system connection cable to suit the device.
Connection (continued) Example of connecting with VIDEO devices Video deck (TBC built-in) Color monitor Video deck (TBC built-in) Attention • When connecting with a video deck, be sure to use the one with a built-in time base corrector (TBC) or use a TBC between the projector and the video deck.
Example of connecting with personal computers Control PC RS-232C IN REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 IN SYNC/HD VIDEO S-VIDEO IN RGB 1 IN Attention • When the main power of the main unit is turned off, also turn off the power of the PC. •...
DVI-D ET-MD77DV input module *1: The LAN terminal present on the optional input module cannot be used with the PT-D12000U/PT-DZ12000U. Use the LAN terminal that is provided as standard with the projector. *2: HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) HDCP is a specification for encoding digital image signals which was developed to protect digital content.
Procedure of installation Disconnect the power before installing the input module. Remove the slot cover. Insert the input module. Install the two screws. Register the input signal. • This projector needs to register the type of input signal after the installation of the input module. •...
Installation of (optional) input modules (continued) Connecting signals to the input module When installing the projector, it is necessary to connect signals to the input module in accordance with the connecting equipment. Refer to the following diagram to establish proper signal connection. Professional Digital VCR signal...
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You can switch the input format mode from the SYSTEM SELECTOR menu. (pp. 58-59) *1: The LAN terminal present on the optional input module cannot be used with the PT-D12000U/PT-DZ12000U. Use the LAN terminal that is provided as standard with the projector.
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Installation of (optional) input modules (continued) Connecting the signal to the dual link HD/SD-SDI input module Dual link HD/SD-SDI input module (optional) ET-MD100SD4 • When connecting a single link signal, connect to the LINK-A terminal. • When connecting a dual link signal, connect to both the LINK-A and LINK-B terminals. Note •...
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*1: The LAN terminal present on the optional input card cannot be used with the PT-D12000U/PT-DZ12000U. Use the LAN terminal that is provided as standard with the projector.
How to install and remove the projection lens (optional) Adjust the lens shift position so that it is at the home position (p. 41) before installing or removing the projection lens. Attention • Remove the dust-proof sponge from the lens fitting of the projector before installing the projection lens.
Projection Power indicator lamp OPEN FILTER CLEANING CLOSE Power indicator lamp This shows the power supply status. Make sure that you fully understand the operation of the power indicator lamp before operating the projector. Indicator Projector status status Main power is off Standby mode POWER ON ( | ) button can be pressed so that images can be projected.
Projection (continued) Powering up the projector 1 Connect the supplied power cable. (120 V/240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz) 2 Press the “ | ” marked side of the MAIN POWER switch to turn on the power. • The power indicator lamp on the projector will flash in red.
Powering off the projector 1 Press POWER STANDBY “ ”. • A confirmation screen will appear. POWER OFF CHANGE EXECUTE ENTER 2 Press ◄ or ► to select “OK” and press ENTER. (or press POWER STANDBY “ ” again.) • The projection of the image stops, and the power indicator lamp of the main unit lights up orange.
How to adjust the lens How to adjust the focus, zoom and shift Use the Lens Shift, Zoom, and Focus controls to properly frame the image on the screen. LENS FOCUS ADJUST LENS ZOOM ADJUST LENS SHIFT ADJUST LENS FOCUS ADJUST LENS ZOOM...
• The home position for the projection lens is the lens position when the lens is being replaced or when the projector is being stored away, and it is not the optical center of the screen. PT-D12000U Standard projection position 0.2H...
How to adjust the lens (continued) Lens adjustment to compensate for uneven screen focus About the focus balance Relationship between lens orientation and screen focus If the projection lens is tilted with respect to the plane of the screen, uneven focus will result. Figure 1: Illustration of influence of lens orientation Screen surface versus focal point Procedure for adjusting the focus balance (tilt compensation in the lens...
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If the lens is heavy or the projector is installed so that it is tilted, the lens may be tilted, resulting in the focus becoming unbalanced. In such a case, refer to the figure 4 and table below, and follow the procedure below to perform adjustment. Adjustment procedure 1 Display the internal test pattern grid, and defocus the image.
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How to adjust the lens (continued) Precautions for projector installation work When installing the projector without using the adjustable feet, insert metal spacers (10 mm to 20 mm) between the projector base and the installation surface to ensure adequate airflow. Furthermore, use the screw holes (shown in the figure) for ceiling mounting to fix the projector in place.
Registration of input signal data MENU The input signal data must be registered because it is not registered on shipment of the projector. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “SIGNAL LIST”. Press to display the “REGISTERED SIGNAL LIST”...
Registration of input signal data (continued) Use ▲▼◄► to select the characters and numerals one by one, and press ENTER to set them. RENAME NAME MEMORY NO INPUT A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O SYNC.STATE P Q R S T U V W X Y Z ;...
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Press ENTER. • A “Change registered signals” screen will appear. RENAME NAME SXGA60-A1 MEMORY NO INPUT RGB1 64.00kHz 60.00Hz A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O SYNC.STATE H(POS) V(POS) P Q R S T U V W X Y Z ; : , . a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z / + - * 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9...
Basic operations using the remote control INPUT SELECT SCREEN TEST PATTERN STATUS LIGHT Using the SHUTTER function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, a shutter mode is available that allows the user to hide images temporarily.
Automatic adjustment (AUTO SETUP) The automatic setup function can be used to automatically adjust the resolution, clock phase and picture position when analog RGB signals consisting of bitmap images such as computer signals are being input, or to automatically adjust the picture position when DVI-D signals are being input.
Basic operations using the remote control (continued) Changing the picture aspect ratio You can toggle through an appropriate set of aspect ratios for a given input signal. Press ASPECT on the remote control. • The setting will change as follows each time ASPECT is pressed.
On-screen menus MENU Menus are extensively used for configuring, adjusting or reconfiguring the projector. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Select the item to be set. Press to display the menu of the desired item. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE...
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On-screen menus (continued) POSITION (pp. 60-63) POSITION SHIFT ASPECT ZOOM CLOCK PHASE GEOMETORY MENU SELECT SUB MENU ENTER ADVANCED MENU (pp. 64-68) ADVANCED MENU DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY BLANKING INPUT RESOLUTION CLAMP POSITION EDGE BLENDING FRAME DELAY RASTER POSITION MENU SELECT CHANGE DISPLAY LANGUAGE (p.
Using the menu screens Press MENU. • The “MAIN MENU” appears on the screen. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE DISPLAY OPTION PROJECTOR SETUP P IN P TEST PATTERN SIGNAL LIST SECURITY NETWORK MENU SELECT SUB MENU ENTER Press ▲▼...
Adjusting the picture MENU You can adjust pictures to suit your preference. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “PICTURE”. Press to display the “PICTURE” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE DISPLAY OPTION PROJECTOR SETUP P IN P TEST PATTERN...
Press ◄► or ENTER. • The “CONTRAST” individual adjustment screen will be displayed. CONTRAST ADJUST Press ◄► to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Raises the picture Press ► brightness and the button. picture becomes clearer. Lowers the picture Press ◄ brightness and button.
Adjusting the picture (continued) Press ◄► to switch “COLOR TEMPERATURE”. • The setting will change as follows each time ◄► is pressed. DEFAULT USER1 HIGH MIDDLE • When any setting other than “OFF” has been selected for color matching, the COLOR TEMPERATURE setting is fixed at “USER1”.
Press ◄► to switch “SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW”. • The setting will change as follows each time ◄► is pressed. OFF (No correction) 3 (High) Sharpness setting This adjusts the sharpness of the pictures. Press ▲▼ to select “SHARPNESS”. SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW SHARPNESS NOISE REDUCTION Press ◄►...
Adjusting the picture (continued) AUTO IRIS (Automatic aperture adjustment) OFF (No automatic adjustment) 3 (High) MANUAL IRIS (Fixed aperture adjustment) OFF (No fixed iris) 63 (High) DYNAMIC GAMMA (signal compensation amount adjustment) OFF (No automatic correction) 3 (High) Note • The contrast is set to the maximum level when “DYNAMIC IRIS”...
Adjusting the position MENU You can adjust the position as required. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “POSITION”. Press to display the “POSITION” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE DISPLAY OPTION PROJECTOR SETUP P IN P TEST PATTERN SIGNAL LIST...
When standard signals are input displayed without changing the aspect ratio. When wide signals are input , the PT-D12000U displays pictures with the aspect ratio converted to 4:3. The PT-DZ12000U displays pictures reduced to fit a 4:3 screen without changing the input aspect ratio.
Adjusting the position (continued) Adjusting the zoom ratio This adjusts the size of the projected pictures. Press ▲▼ to select “ZOOM”. ASPECT ZOOM CLOCK PHASE Press ENTER. • The “ZOOM” screen will be displayed. ZOOM MODE INTERLOCKED Press ▲▼ to select “MODE”. Press ◄►...
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• OFF: Geometry correction is not performed. • KEYSTONE: This adjusts projected images when they are distorted to a trapezoid. • CURVED: This adjusts projected images when they are distorted to a curved surface. • This is for performing geometry correction from a PC. Select “KEYSTONE”...
How to use ADVANCED MENU MENU Fine settings are possible. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “ADVANCED MENU”. Press to display the “ADVANCED MENU” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE DISPLAY OPTION PROJECTOR SETUP P IN P TEST PATTERN...
Press ▲▼ to select the desired item for adjustment. Press ◄► to adjust blanking. • The adjustment value for the PT-D12000U can be changed within a range of 0 to 525 vertically and 0 to 700 horizontally. • The adjustment value for the PT-DZ12000U can be changed within a range of 0 to 600 vertically and 0 to 960 horizontally.
How to use ADVANCED MENU (continued) Press ENTER. • The “CLAMP POSITION” screen will be displayed. CLAMP POSITION POSITION ADJUST Press ◄► to adjust. • The value changes from 0 to 255. • The optimal value for the clamp position adjustment If dark areas are crushed: The optimal value is the point where the dark...
Press ENTER. • The “BRIGHT ADJUST” screen will be displayed. BRIGHT ADJUST BRIGHT INSIDE BRIGHT OUTSIDE Press ▲▼ to select “BRIGHT INSIDE”. Press ENTER. • The “BRIGHT INSIDE” adjustment screen will be displayed. BRIGHT INSIDE INTERLOCKED WHITE GREEN BLUE • When “INTERLOCKED”...
The “RASTER POSITION” screen will be displayed. RASTER POSITION Press ▲▼◄► to adjust the position. PT-D12000U When 5:4 pictures are displayed (when SXGA signals are input) Pressing ► button will move the image to the right. Pressing ◄ button will move the image to the left.
Setting the DISPLAY LANGUAGE MENU This lets you switch the display language. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “DISPLAY LANGUAGE”. Press to display the “DISPLAY LANGUAGE” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE DISPLAY OPTION PROJECTOR SETUP P IN P...
Display Option settings MENU This menu can be used to make a variety of picture and projector settings. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “DISPLAY OPTION”. Press to display the “DISPLAY OPTION” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU...
Press ENTER. • The “3COLORS:RED”, “3COLORS:GREEN” or “3COLORS:BLUE” screen will be displayed. If you selected “7COLORS”, the “7COLORS:RED”, “7COLORS:GREEN”, “7COLORS:BLUE”, “7COLORS:CYAN”, “7COLORS:MAGENTA”, “7COLORS:YELLOW”, or “7COLORS:WHITE” screen will be displayed. 3COLORS:RED GREEN BLUE Press ◄► to adjust the values. • These values can be adjusted from 0 (off) to 2 048 (full gain).
-60 to +60. This allows a 16:9 image to be moved up and down within the 16:10 screen. • In the case of the PT-D12000U, you can adjust the setting from -132 to +131. Note •...
Press ◄► to switch “AUTO SIGNAL”. • The setting will change as follows each time ◄► is pressed. • If unregistered signals are input when “ON” is selected, auto setup will be initiated automatically. AUTO SETUP Press ▲▼ to select “AUTO SETUP”.
Display Option settings (continued) AUX DVI IN (Only when the ET-MD77DV is installed) Change this setting if video does not display normally when the ET-MD77DV and an external device are connected via DVI-D. Press ▲▼ to select “AUX DVI IN”. DVI-D IN AUX DVI IN AUX SDI IN...
SDI SIGNAL LEVEL Set to match the dynamic range (black-to-white) of the input signals. This is only valid when YP and RGB input of HD-SDI. The setting will change as follows each time the button is pressed. 64-940 • 64-940: Default: Black level defined as 64, White level as •...
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• The setting will change as follows each time ◄► is pressed. LOGO3 LOGO2 • LOGO3: The Panasonic logo and DIGITAL PROJECTOR logo are projected. • NONE: No startup logo is projected. • LOGO1: The picture registered by the user will be projected.
Projector setup MENU This menu can be used to make a variety of picture and projector settings. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “PROJECTOR SETUP”. Press to display the “PROJECTOR SETUP” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE...
Projector setup (continued) Installation Setting A projection scheme can be chosen depending on the installation of the projector. If the picture is shown upside down or in reverse, change the projection scheme. • Select the setting by displaying the on-screen indications using buttons of the remote control or the control panel on the main unit.
Lamp select This lets you switch the four light source lamps to one of four brightnesses in accordance with the operating conditions and purpose of use. Press ▲▼ to select “LAMP SELECT”. DIRECTION LAMP SELECT LAMP RELAY Press ◄► to switch “LAMP SELECT”.
Projector setup (continued) Lamp relay If using the projector for a continuous period of 24 hours or more, this setting can be used to automatically switch the lamps that are turned on in order to reduce the lamp deterioration that can occur as a result of continuous use.
Status Displays the status of the projector. Press ▲▼ to select “STATUS”. REMOTE2 MODE STATUS AIR FILTER CLEANING Press ENTER. • The “STATUS” screen will be displayed. STATUS INPUT NAME SIGNAL FREQUENCY 48.36kHz/59.99Hz PROJECTOR RUNTIME LAMP1 LAMP2 LAMP3 LAMP4 INTAKE AIR TEMP. OPTICS MODULE TEMP.
Projector setup (continued) Press ENTER. • The “AIR FILTER CLEANING” screen will be displayed. • You can select the automatic cleaning time (“TIME”) and also force cleaning to be carried out immediately (“EXECUTE”). AIR FILTER CLEANING TIME EXECUTE Press ▲▼ to select “TIME”. •...
Setting FUNC1 The user can specify the function of the “FUNC1” button on the remote control. Press ▲▼ to select “FUNC1”. AIR FILTER CLEANING AUTO POWER OFF FUNC1 Press ENTER. • The “FUNC1” screen will be displayed. FUNC1 DISABLE C P IN P Press ▲▼...
Projector setup (continued) Load all user data This loads various setting values that were saved as a backup to the internal memory of the projector. Press ▲▼ to select “LOAD ALL USER DATA”. SAVE ALL USER DATA LOAD ALL USER DATA INITIALIZE Press ENTER.
P IN P MENU This item is used to set the condition of the Picture-In-Picture. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “P IN P”. Press to display the “P IN P” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE...
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P IN P (continued) • MAIN WINDOW: The input terminal for the main window is displayed. Press ▲▼ to select an item, and press ENTER to switch to the item. SIZE: The user can specify the display size of the main window between 10 % and 100 %. POSITION: The user can specify the display position of the main window on the screen.
Displaying the internal test pattern MENU The projector has 8 types of internal test patterns to check the condition of the set. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “TEST PATTERN”. Press to display the “TEST PATTERN” screen. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION...
Setting the security MENU The unit’s security function serves to display the password input screen or to set and display the user company’s URL under the projected pictures. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “SECURITY”. Press to display the “SECURITY”...
The picture registered by the user will be projected. • LOGO2: The picture registered by the user will be projected. • LOGO3: The Panasonic logo is projected. Note • Separate software is required in order to create the pictures to use for “LOGO1” and “LOGO2”. Consult your dealer.
Setting the security (continued) Control device setup Control from the remote control and main unit controls can be restricted. Press ▲▼ to select “CONTROL DEVICE SETUP”. DISPLAY SETTING TEXT CHANGE CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Press ENTER. • The “CONTROL DEVICE SETUP” screen will be displayed.
How to use network functions MENU This allows you to use network functions. MENU Press to display the MAIN MENU screen. Press to select “NETWORK”. Press to display the “NETWORK” menu. MAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU DISPLAY LANGUAGE DISPLAY OPTION PROJECTOR SETUP P IN P TEST PATTERN...
How to use network functions (continued) • DHCP (DHCP client function) : Set the DHCP item to ON when to acquire an IP address automatically using the DHCP server. Set to OFF if DHCP server is not used. Enter the IP address if DHCP server is not used.
Network connections The projector is equipped with network functions, and web browser controls can be used to carry out the following operations from a computer. • Projector settings and adjustments • Projector status display • Transmission of E-mail messages if there is a problem with the projector Note •...
Enter your “User Name” and “Password”. • The factory default settings are user1 (user privileges) or admin1 (administrator privileges) for the user name and panasonic (lowercase letters) for the password. Press OK to display the Projector status page. Note •...
Basic control page This page is the first page displayed when the projector is accessed through a web browser. To move from another page, click [Projector control], then [Basic control]. Page selection tabs Click these to switch pages. This displays the on-screen status. It is displayed even if the on-screen display of the projector is set to off.
How to use network functions (continued) Detail control page Click [Projector control], then [Detail control] to display the Detail control page. Projector status page Click [Status], then [Projector status] to display the Status information page. This page displays the projector statuses established for the items shown below. 96 –...
Error information page When is displayed on the status information screen, click it to display the error details. • Depending on the nature of the error, the projector may be placed in the standby mode for its own protection. When [FAILED] has appeared for an item Parameter MAIN CPU BUS OPTICS MODULE TEMPERATURE...
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How to use network functions (continued) E-mail setup page With this projector, if a problem occurs or if the lamp usage time reaches a set value, an e-mail message can be sent to one or more preset e-mail addresses (maximum two addresses). Click [Detailed set up], then [E-mail set up] to display the E-mail setup page.
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Periodic warning interval setting (E-mail is sent on the checked days of the week/times) ENGLISH – 99...
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How to use network functions (continued) E-mail setup page (continued) 100 – ENGLISH Enter the E-mail address to which the E-mail is to be sent when two E-mail addresses are going to be used. Do not enter it when the second E-mail address is not going to be used.
Authentication set up page The POP server is set on this page when POP authentication is required for mail transmissions. Click [Detailed set up], then [Authentication set up] to display the POP server setup page. Ping test page This page makes it possible to check whether the network is connected to the E-mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc.
How to use network functions (continued) Contents of mail sent Mail with the contents shown below is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type ----- E-mail setup data ----- TEMPERATURE WARNING SETUP...
Adjust clock page Click [Detailed set up], then [Adjust clock] to display the Adjust clock page. Note • If the time becomes incorrect immediately after setting the correct time, then the battery needs to be changed. Contact the dealer where you bought the projector to have the battery changed. Network config page Click [Detailed set up], then [Network config] to display the Network config page.
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How to use network functions (continued) Firmware update page (The firmware should be updated only by an individual with the specialized knowledge required to do this.) Messages such as the ones shown below appear during data rewriting. The following message appears upon completion of the version data rewriting. 104 –...
“11 12 21 22 31” (If any of the ET-MD77DV, ET-MD77SD1, ET-MD77SD3 or ET-MD100SD4 are installed, “11 12 21 22 31 32” is returned.) The name set for “HOST NAME” in “NETWORK” is returned. “Panasonic” is returned. “D12000” or “DZ12000” is returned. Information such as version number is returned.
Using the serial terminals The main unit is equipped with SERIAL terminals located in its connection terminals, and this terminal is compliant with RS-232C/RS-422. Also a serial output terminal is provided to enable plural projector control. Examples of connection For RS-232C Single projector D-Sub 9-pin (female) RS-232C IN...
For RS-422 Single projector D-Sub 9-pin (female) RS-232C IN RS-422 IN RS-422 OUT SERIAL Connection terminals on projector D-Sub 9-pin (male) Multiple projectors D-Sub 9-pin (female) RS-232C IN Connection terminals on projector 1 D-Sub 9-pin (male) D-Sub 9-pin (female) Communication cable (straight) Pin assignments and signal names Signal D-Sub 9-pin...
Using the serial terminals (continued) Basic format Transmission from the computer begins with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. (2 bytes) Start (1 byte) ZZ, 1 to 64 and 0A to 0Z Attention •...
Cable specifications Connecting to a PC For RS-232C Projector When multiple projectors are connected (RS-422 OUT) Attention • To connect the computer to the SERIAL terminal, prepare an adequate communication cable that fits to your personal computer. Computer (DTE specifications) (RS-422 IN) ENGLISH –...
Using the Remote 2 terminal Using the REMOTE 2 terminal provided on the connection terminals of the main unit, it is possible to operate the projector from a control panel etc. furnished in a distant location where infrared remote control signal cannot be received.
Monitor Lamp Indicators Five monitor lamps are provided at the top of main unit front to inform the user of the lamp replacement time and unusual internal temperature. These lamps indicate the degree of abnormality by combination of blinking and/or lighting lamps.
Cleaning and replacement of air filter If the air filter is blocked with too much dust, the inside of the projector will become hot and the temperature monitor (TEMP) indicator will flash and the power will turn off. The static electric mesh filter should be replaced and the metal mesh filter and brush inside the filter unit should be cleaned after approximately 2 000 hours of use, although this is a guide only and the actual time will vary depending on the operating conditions.
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Install the movable metal mesh filter to the filter cleaning unit. • When reassembling, align the edge of the movable metal mesh filter with position A. • Hook the movable metal mesh filter onto the gear and the rail. • The movable metal mesh filter will be set to the correct position after the set is installed and the power is turned on, so it can be installed in the...
Replacement of lamp unit WARNING • Wait until the lamp is cooled sufficiently before replacing the lamp unit. • Make sure that all four lamp units are installed. • Replacement of the lamp unit should be carried out by a qualified technician. •...
Procedure of lamp unit replacement Turn the main power OFF, following the procedures described in “Powering up the projector” (p. 38) and “Powering off the projector” (p. 39), disconnect the power plug from the AC power source, and wait for one hour or more. Then check that the lamp unit has cooled down. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the lamp unit cover screw at the rear of the projector until...
Installation should be carried out by a qualified technician by following the procedure given below. • Panasonic takes no responsibility for any losses or damage occurring as a result of using a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic, or if damage to the projector occurs as a result of an inappropriate location used for installing the ceiling mount bracket, even if the projector’s warranty period has not yet expired.
Before asking for service Symptoms • Is the power cord securely plugged in the receptacle? • Is the MAIN POWER switch put to the “O” position? • Is power supply live at the receptacle? • Is the temperature monitor (TEMP) lamp on the projector front lighting or blinking? Power does not turn on •...
Self-diagnosis display There is a self-diagnosis display located on the side of the projector (p. 15) for automatically displaying the corresponding details when an error or warning occurs. Self-diagnosis display Air filter is blocked Intake air temperature warning Optical module temperature warning Lamp ambient temperature warning Low temperature warning The ambient temperature is 40 °...
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Self-diagnosis Details display Lamp 1 memory error Lamp 2 memory error Lamp 3 memory error Lamp 4 memory error Ballast 1 communication error Ballast 2 communication error Ballast 3 communication error Ballast 4 communication error Resize IC setting error FM-R test error FM-G test error FM-B test error FPGA1 configuration error...
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4 lit, light output may be reduced by approximately 30% to protect the projector. When a smoke cut filter is used, the ambient temperature is 0 possible. PT-D12000U [For YP input] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] synchronization signal included, P [For RGB input] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω...
Appendix Compatible Signals The following table specifies the types of RGB/YP RGB signals can also be input within the range of fH=15 kHz–100 kHz, fV=24 Hz–120 Hz, dot clock=20 MHz–162 MHz. DVI-D signals can also be input within the range of dot clock=25 MHz -162 MHz. Number of Display mode displayed dots...
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• The number of display dots of the PT-D12000U is 1 400 x 1 050, and the number of display dots of the PT-DZ12000U is 1 920 x 1 200. A signal of a different resolution than the above data is converted to the number of display dots and then displayed.
Appendix (continued) List of P IN P Subwindow input Main window RGB input × RGB1 × YPbPr input × RGB input RGB2 × YPbPr input ○ VIDEO input ○ S-VIDEO input ○ Moving image system ○ RGB system ○ ET-MD77SD1 ET-MD77SD3/ ○...
Index Accessories ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 10 Adjusting Brightness ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 55 Adjusting Color ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 55 Adjusting color matching ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 70 Adjusting Contrast ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 54 Adjusting the aspect ratio ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 61 Adjusting the clamp position ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 65 Adjusting the color temperature ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 55 Adjusting the feet ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 20 Adjusting the geometry ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・...
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Raster position ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 68 Registered signals ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 45 Registering the picture mode settings as presettings ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 58 Remote2 mode ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 80 Remote 2 terminal ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 110 RGB IN ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 72 RS-232C setting ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 80 Save all user data ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 83 Screen setting ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・...
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Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Note: Purchase of this equipment includes the rights to use this software (the built-in microcomputer and information recorded on ROMs) but does not grant copyrights.
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NOTES IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT: POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES DE FEU OU DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER CE PRODUIT À L’EAU OU À L’HUMIDITÉ Le symbole de la flèche en forme d’éclair, dans un triangle, avertit l’usager de la présence de “tensions dangereuses” à l’intérieur du produit qui peuvent être de force suffisante pour constituer un risque de choc éIectrique aux personnes.
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Précautions de sécurité AVERTISSEMENT En cas de problème (comme par exemple une absence d’image) ou si vous remarquez que de la fumée ou une odeur suspecte s’échappe du projecteur, couper immédiatement l’alimentation du projecteur, puis débrancher le cordon d’alimentation de la prise du secteur. •...
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Ne jamais manipuler la fiche du cordon avec les mains mouillées. • Cela peut entraîner des chocs électriques. Introduire fermement la fiche du cordon d’alimentation dans une prise du secteur. • Si la fiche n’est pas complètement insérée, cela peut entraîner des chocs électriques ou la faire surchauffer.
Précautions de sécurité (suite) N’utilisez pas le projecteur lorsque le couvercle de l’objectif est encore attaché à l’objectif (vendu séparément). • Dans le cas contraire, un incendie risque de se produire. Ne pas regarder directement dans l’objectif pendant que le projecteur fonctionne.
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Ne jamais placer les mains ou d’autres objets à proximité des orifices d’évacuation de l’air. • De l’air chaud sort est émis par les orifices d’évacuation de l’air. Par conséquent, ne jamais placer à proximité les mains, le visage ou d’autres parties de votre corps très sensibles à la chaleur. Ne jamais réutiliser une lampe usagée.
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Avant l’utilisation Accessoires Vérifier que tous les accessoires ci-dessous sont bien compris avec votre projecteur. Télécommande Piles de la [N2QAYB000076 × 1] télécommande (AA) Mise en garde concernant les déplacements du projecteur L’objectif de projection est très sensible aux vibrations et aux impacts. Par conséquent, démonter à chaque fois l’objectif avant tout transport.
• Modifier votre mot de passe régulièrement. • Panasonic et ses entreprises affiliées ne vous demanderaient jamais directement votre mot de passe. Dans l’éventualité où quelqu’un vous le demanderait directement, ne révélez pas votre mot de passe à cette personne.
Remplacement de la lampe AVERTISSEMENT • Attendre que la lampe ait eu le temps de se refroidir avant de la remplacer. • S’assurer que les quatre lampes ont été installées. • Le remplacement de la lampe doit être effectué par un technicien qualifié. •...
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Procédure de remplacement de la lampe Couper l’alimentation principale, en suivant les procédures décrites dans « Mise en marche du projecteur » (p. 38) et « Arrêt du projecteur » (p. 39), débrancher la fiche du cordon d’alimentation de la source d’alimentation secteur et attendre une heure ou plus.