Panasonic PT-L750U R Operating Instructions Manual

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LCD Projector

Operating Instructions

R
Commercial Use
PT-L780NTU
Model No.
PT-L750U
R
TQBH9003-6

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  • Page 1: Lcd Projector

    Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. LCD Projector Operating Instructions Model No. Commercial Use PT-L780NTU PT-L750U TQBH9003-6...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Notice

    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 LCD projector.
  • Page 3 Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. Address: One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone number: 1-800-528-8601 or 1-800-222-0741 Email: pbtsservice@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.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Using the remote control Laser beam pointer...20 Wireless mouse ...21 Inserting the batteries Operating range...22 Setting the projector IDs number for remote control unit Connections ...24 Notes on connections Example of connecting to video equipment ...26 Example of connecting to computer Setting-up ...28...
  • Page 5 ... Example of setting for use of the projector LAN card ... To directly connect a personal computer to the projector ... When connecting via a relaying device... Setting up the projector ... Installing a wireless card driver ..
  • Page 6: Precautions With Regard To Safety

    B Continued use of the projector in this condition may result in fire or electric shocks. B Contact an Authorised Service Center for repairs.
  • Page 7 Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable. B 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.
  • Page 8 Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used. B Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you look directly into this light, it can hurt and damage your eyes. Do not bring your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port.
  • Page 9 B If dust is left to build up inside the projector without being cleaned out, it can result in fire or problems with operation. B It is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector before the season for humid weather arrives. Ask your nearest Authorised Service Center to clean the projector when required.
  • Page 10 Caution Do not insert any foreign objects into the card slot. • Inserting foreign objects may damage the projector. If the wireless card is inserted while some foreign object is inside the slot, it may damage the wireless card.
  • Page 11: Accessories

    K2KA2FA00001 x 1] USB cable (3.0 m, K1HB04FD0002 x 1) SD memory card (8 MB, RP-SD008BEZ0 x1) (PT-L780NTU only) Slot cover (for projector LAN card) (TKKL5243 x1) (PT-L780NTU only) RGB signal cable [3.0 m (9´10˝), K1HB15FA0001 Power coed (K2CG3FZ00008 x 1)
  • Page 12: Precautions On Handling

    If the projector is set up in locations with strong vibration, such as near a motor, or if it is installed inside a vehicle or on board a ship, the projector may be subjected to vibration or shocks which can damage the internal parts and cause malfunctions or accidents.
  • Page 13 About the screen If the screen you are using is dirty, damaged or discolored, attractive projections cannot be obtained. Do not apply any volatile substances to the screen, and do not let it become dirty or damaged. About the lamp The lamp may need to be replaced earlier due to variables such as a particular lamp’s characteristics, usage conditions and the installation environment, especially when it is subjected to a continuous use for more...
  • Page 14: Location And Function Of Each Part

    Location and function of each part Projector <Top, right and front> & # Projector control panel (page 16) $ Focus ring (pages and 50) % Air inlet ports Do not cover these ports. & Leg adjuster buttons(L/R) (page 30) These buttons are used to unlock the front adjustable legs.
  • Page 15 Projector <Back and bottom> # Remote control signal receptor (page 22) $ Security lock This can be used to connect a commercially-available theft- prevention cable (manufactured by Kensington). This security lock is compatible with the Microsaver Security System from Kensington. Contact details for this company are given below.
  • Page 16: Remote Control Unit

    (PT-L780NTU only) When the WEB STANDBY is set to "ON", the cooling fan operates and the power indicator on the projector flashes slowly in red. $ RGB INPUT indicator This indicator illuminates when a signal is input into the connector that is selected with the input select buttons.
  • Page 17 8 VOLUME +/- buttons These buttons are used to adjust the volume of the sound output from the projector’s built-in speakers. Refer to page details on how to adjust the volume using the buttons on the projector control panel.
  • Page 18: Connector Panel

    # USB port (page 21) The remote control unit can be used as a personal computer mouse by connecting the projector to a personal computer with the supplied USB cable. (4-pin square connector) $ SERIAL connector (pages 26, and 58)
  • Page 19: Sd Memory Card

    ( Metal terminals These terminals are for connecting the SD memory card to the projector’s card slot. Do not touch the metal terminals with hands or metal objects, attach stickers to them, or allow them to become contaminated in any way.
  • Page 20: Using The Remote Control Unit

    Using the remote control unit Laser beam pointer The laser beam emitted from the remote control can be used as a pointer by pointing forward to the screen. While the LASER button is being pressed, the laser beam is being emitted and the operating indicator illuminates.
  • Page 21: Wireless Mouse

    You can use the remote control as a personal computer mouse. Set the Mode (Projector/Computer) switch on the remote control unit to “Computer” and connect the projector’s USB port to a personal computer counterpart with the Accessory USB cable Computer equipped with a USB port...
  • Page 22: Inserting The Batteries

    If the remote control unit is held so that it is facing directly in front of the remote control signal receptors on the front or rear of the projector, the operating range is within approximately 7 m (23´) from the surfaces of the receptors.
  • Page 23: Setting The Projector Ids Number For Remote Control Unit

    <If the MAIN POWER is ON> The ID number will be displayed in white on the screen. If the projector ID and ID for the remote control unit are not the same, the projector ID is displayed in green. <If the projector is in standby mode>...
  • Page 24: Connections

    In such cases, it will be necessary to connect a TBC (time base corrector). B The projector has built-in speakers. However, you will need to connect a separate audio system to the AUDIO OUT jack if your needs specify high sound volumes.
  • Page 25 B The pin assignments on the DVI-D input connector are as follows (interface with TMDS connector on a personal computer) Pin No. Signal T.M.D.S data 2- T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 2/4 shield & T.M.D.S data 4- T.M.D.S data 4+ DDC clock DDC data T.M.D.S data 1-...
  • Page 26: Example Of Connecting To Video Equipment

    B If an audio system is connected to the AUDIO OUT jack, the sound volume balance can be controlled by the remote control unit which is supplied with the projector. B If the video signal source is connected using a cable with a BNC connector plug, use a BNC/RCA adapter (sold separately) to convert the cable end to an RCA plug-type jack.
  • Page 27: Example Of Connecting To Computer

    B Refer to the list of compatible signals on page signals which can be input to the projector by connecting a computer. B Do not input the signal to the RGB2 IN/RGB OUT connector when the RGB2 SELECT item in the OPTION menu is set to OUTPUT.
  • Page 28: Setting-Up

    Setting-up Projection methods In way of installing projector, any one of the following four projection methods are used. Select whichever projection method matches the setting-up method. (The projection method can be set from the OPTION menu. Refer to page for details.)
  • Page 29: Projection Distances

    B If you use the projection distance for the 16:9 screen, the 4:3 projection image overflows the screen at the top and bottom. B If you set up the projector vertically, it may cause to damage the projector. B It is recommended that you set up the projector in a place that is tilted at less than ±35°...
  • Page 30: Starting To Use

    To make fine adjustments to the angle of tilt of the projector, turn the front adjustable legs. (The front adjustable legs will be locked if they are fully extended and then turned anticlockwise. Turn them back clockwise to release the lock.)
  • Page 31: Turning Off The Power

    % Wait until the power indicator on the projector illuminates red (until the cooling fan stops). Do not in any way cut power to the projector while the cooling fan is still operating. Be careful not to switch off the MAIN POWER switch of the projector, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet or turn off in-line switches such as tabletop power switches.
  • Page 32: On-Screen Menus

    On-screen menus Menu screens The various settings and adjustments for this projector can be carried out by selecting the operations from on-screen menus. The general arrangement of these menus is shown below. PICTURE menu (page 38) When an RGB/DVI signal is being...
  • Page 33 POSITION menu (page 41) When an RGB/DVI signal is being input “POSITION”, “DOT CLOCK” and “CLOCK PHASE” are not displayed when a DVI signal is being input. When an S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal is being input AUDIO menu (page 45) When a YP signal is being input When the NETWORK/SD CARD is selected (PT-L780NTU only)
  • Page 34 OPTION menu (page 46) The RGB/YPbPr item is displayed when an RGB/YP signal is being input. NETWORK menu (page 49) (PT-L780NTU only) 調整:[←][→] LENS menu (page 50) “WEB CONTROL”, “WEB STANDBY” and “WEB PASSWORD” are only displayed for the PT-L780NTU. SD CARD menu (page 49) (PT-L780NTU only) 実行:[ENTER]...
  • Page 35: Menu Operation Guide

    Menu operation guide # Press the MENU button. The menu screen will be displayed. $ Press the I I or H H arrow buttons to select a menu. The selected menu screen will then be displayed. (Example: POSITION menu) %Press the ENTER button to accept the selection.
  • Page 36: Returning A Setting To The Factory Default

    Returning a setting to the factory default Select the STANDARD from the menu screen by pressing the F or G buttons and then press the ENTER button to return all items displayed on the screen to their factory default settings. B When a menu screen is being displayed Using the freeze function...
  • Page 37: Using The D.zoom (Digital Zoom) Function

    Using the D.ZOOM (digital zoom) function This function lets you enlarge the picture. # Press a D.ZOOM +/- button The picture will then be enlarged to 1.5 times the normal size. $Use the F, G, I and H buttons to move the enlarged area which you want to project.
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Picture

    Adjusting the picture Select the item pressing the F or G buttons on the remote control unit or the projector. Press the I or H buttons to set the selective items. For the value adjusting items, press the ENTER button to display an individual screen, and press the I or H buttons to adjust the setting.
  • Page 39: Color Hue Setting

    H button. To turn it off , set to “0” by pressing the I button. only) TV SYSTEM (S-VIDEO/VIDEO only) AUTO1 The projector automatically distinguishes between NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL60/SECAM signals. AUTO2 The projector automatically distinguishes between NTSC/PAL- M/PAL-N signals.
  • Page 40: White Balance R/G/B

    WHITE BALANCE R/G/B (RGB only) This is used to adjust the white areas of the picture if they appear colorised. Press the I button to make the selected color lighter. Press the H button to make the selected color stronger. Projecting sRGB- compatible pictures sRGB is an international color...
  • Page 41: Adjusting The Position

    Select the item pressing the F or G buttons on the remote control unit or the projector. Press the I or H buttons, to adjust the alternative items. For the numerically adjustable items, press...
  • Page 42: Position

    AUTO SETUP button, the keystone correction may be cancelled depending on the type of signal and the angle of tilt of the projector. To prevent them from happening, you can set “AUTO KEYSTONE” in the OPTION menu to “OFF”...
  • Page 43: Osd Position

    To obtain the best picture quality, set up the projector and screen in such a way that the amount of keystone correction required is as minimal as possible.
  • Page 44: Resizing

    16:9 in order to project the picture. B This projector is equipped with an aspect ratio selection function. However, if a mode which does not match the aspect ratio of the...
  • Page 45: Audio Adjustment

    G buttons on the remote control unit or the projector. Changing the display language Use the F and G buttons on the projector or remote control unit to select a language, then press the MENU button to accept the setting. VOLUME...
  • Page 46: Option Settings

    The shutter function can be used to momentarily turn off the picture and sound from the projector when the projector is not being used for short periods of time, such as during breaks in meetings or when carrying out preparation. The projector uses less power in shutter mode than it does in normal projection mode.
  • Page 47: Back Color

    BACK COLOR This sets the colour which is projected onto the screen when no signal is being input to the projector. FRONT/REAR This setting should be changed in accordance with the projector setting-up method. Set to “FRONT” when using a...
  • Page 48: Web Password

    B Functions in the same way as when “KEYSTONE” is selected from the POSITION menu screen. (page 42) SET ID UNIT ID is used to set projector IDs to control two or more projectors either simultaneously or separately. “ALL”: The projectors can be simultaneously controlled from any remote control unit regardless of their ID settings.
  • Page 49: Network Setup

    You need make adjustment on some items when controlling the projector with a personal computer by means of the wireless or wired network, using an optional wireless card or projector LAN card. Refer to the accessory CD- ROM for details.
  • Page 50: Lens Adjustment

    The projected image focus or zoom can also be adjusted by pressing the FOCUS +/- or ZOOM +/- buttons on the projector. To make fine adjustments to the projected image focus, use the FOCUS +/- buttons. LENS SELECT...
  • Page 51: Projection Lens Replacement

    Projection lens replacement By replacing the projection lens with a lens that is sold separately, you can change the projection distance. Removing the lens Installing the lens Signal connection NOTE: B When replacing a projection lens, make sure that the power is off (the Power indicator illuminates green).
  • Page 52: Projection Distance For Each Projection Lens (Sold Separately)

    Projection distance for each projection lens (sold separately) Projector position Top edge of screen Screen Bottom edge of screen Screen ET-LE10 (for short-distance projection) Screen size (4:3) Diagonal Height (SH) length 1.01 m(40˝) 0.61 m(2´) 1.27 m(50˝) 0.76 m(2´6˝) 1.52 m(60˝) 0.91 m(3´)
  • Page 53 ET-LE20 (for medium-distance projection) Screen size (4:3) Diagonal Height (SH) length 1.01 m(40˝) 0.61 m(2´) 1.27 m(50˝) 0.76 m(2´6˝) 1.52 m(60˝) 0.91 m(3´) 1.77 m(70˝) 1.07 m(3´6˝) 2.03 m(80˝) 1.22 m(4´) 2.28 m(90˝) 1.37 m(4´6˝) 2.54 m(100˝) 1.52 m(5´) 3.81 m(150˝) 2.29 m(7´6˝) 5.08 m(200˝) 3.05 m(10´) 6.35 m(250˝) 3.81 m(12´6˝) 5.08 m(16´8˝) 7.62 m(300˝) 4.57 m(15´)
  • Page 54: Slot Cover Replacement

    (4.0-5.6:1) 16:9 Slot cover replacement When connecting the projector to a personal computer using an optional projector LAN card, replace the slot cover with the accessory projector LAN card slot cover. Removing the slot cover Installing the slot cover LW=0.027xSD/0.0254-0.0523 LT=0.0355xSD/0.0254-0.0509...
  • Page 55: Putting The Power Cord And Remote Control Unit Away

    ˛ & Removing the cable cover ˛ NOTE: Do not lift up the projector by holding the cable, otherwise the cable cover might come off. #Put the remote control unit (Infrared emitter) into the cable cover with the buttons facing downward to prevent them from being pressed.
  • Page 56: Using The Cable Cover

    Using the cable cover When installing the projector to the ceiling, the accessory cable cover can be used to cover the terminals or cords after removing the cut-away parts. # Use pliers or similar to break the perforated sections of the cut- away parts.
  • Page 57: Using The Remote Terminal

    Using the remote terminal Using the remote terminal built into this projector, it is possible to operate the projector from an external location from where infrared remote control signals cannot be received, by using a remote control panel. Pin assignment and control &...
  • Page 58: Using The Serial Connector

    Using the SERIAL connector The serial connector which is on the side connector panel of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector.
  • Page 59: Control Commands

    Control commands The commands which the personal computer can use to control the projector are shown in the following table. Control Command Contents Power ON Power OFF Volume Input signal selection Lamp ON condition query Cable specifications (When connected to a personal computer)
  • Page 60: Indicators

    problem.
  • Page 61 Problem unit. B Does “REPLACE LAMP” appear on Possible the screen after cause the projector is turned on? B This occurs when the operation time for the lamp unit is nearing 1 300 hours. (when LAMP POWER...
  • Page 62: About The Automatic Setup Function

    About the automatic setup function If you press the AUTO SETUP button, the items given in the table below will be set automatically. The setting details change according to the signal which is being input. Refer to the table below for details. Horizontal/ vertical position...
  • Page 63: List Of Compatible Signals

    List of compatible signals Display Mode resolution (dots)* NTSC/NTSC4.43/ 720 x 480i PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 525i 720 x 480i 625i 720 x 576i 525p 720 x 483 HDTV60 1 920 x 1 080i HDTV50 1 920 x 1 080i 750P 1 280 x 720 VESA70...
  • Page 64: Cleaning And Replacing The Air Filter

    Cleaning and replacing the air filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, the internal temperature of the projector will rise, the TEMP indicator will flash and the projector power will turn off. The air filter should be cleaned every 100 hours of use, depending on the location where the projector is being used.
  • Page 65: Replacing The Lamp Unit

    Make sure that your hands are not slippery when using the screwdriver. NOTE: B The projector is not supplied with a replacement lamp unit. Please ask your dealer for details. Lamp unit product no.: ET-LA780 CAUTION:...
  • Page 66: Lamp Unit Replacement Procedure

    B If the lamp usage time has passed 1 500 hours (when LAMP POWER has been set to “HIGH”), the projector will switch to standby mode after approximately 10 minutes of operation. The steps ) to . on the next page should thus be completed within 10 minutes.
  • Page 67 MAIN POWER switch. NOTE: B If the POWER indicator on the projector does not illuminate red when the MAIN POWER switch is turned on, turn the MAIN POWER switch off again and check that the lamp unit and the air outlet port are securely installed.
  • Page 68: Before Calling For Service

    B The lens cover may still be attached to the lens. B The lens focus may not have been set correctly. (Refer B The projector may not be at the correct distance from the B The lens may be dirty.
  • Page 69 (Refer to page 22.) range. (Refer to page 22.) unit or the projector for more than 5 seconds to turn the power off and back on again. At this time, the projector will turn on and go to the standby condition.
  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications Power supply: Power consumption: Amps: LCD panel: Panel size (diagonal): Aspect ratio: Display method: Drive method: Pixels: Lens: Manual zoom (1 - 1.3) / focus lens Lamp: Luminosity:PT-L780NTU PT-L750U Scanning frequency(for RGB signals): Horizontal scanning frequency: Vertical scanning frequency: Dot clock frequency: signals: Color system:...
  • Page 71 AUDIO IN (for RGB): VIDEO IN: S-VIDEO IN: AUDIO IN (for S-VIDEO/VIDEO): AUDIO OUT: Serial connector: Cabinet:Moulded plastic (ABS/PC) Dimensions: Width: Height: Length: Weight: PT-L780NTU PT-L750U Operating environment: Temperature: Humidity: Certifications: <Remote control unit> Power supply: Operating range: Weight: Dimensions: Width: Length: Height:...
  • Page 72: Dimensions

    Dimensions 25(31/32) 290(11-13/32) Trademark acknowledgements B The SD logo is a trademark. B Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries. B VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
  • Page 73: Notes Importantes Concernant La Sécurité

    NOTES IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT: POUR REDUIRE LES RISQUES DE FEU OU DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER CE PRODUIT À L’EAU OU À L’HUMIDITÉ Alimentation: Ce projecteur LCD est conçu pour fonctionner sur secteur de 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz seulement. ATTENTION: Le cordon d’alimentation secteur fourni avec le projecteur peut être utilisé...
  • Page 74: Précautions De Sécurité

    Précautions de sécurité AVERTISSEMENT En cas de problème (pas d’image ou de son), ou si le projecteur dégage de la fumée ou une odeur étrange, éteindre l’appareil et débrancher immédiatement la fiche d’alimentation de la prise de courant. B Ne pas continuer d’utiliser le projecteur dans ces cas, autrement cela peut entraîner un incendie ou des chocs électriques.
  • Page 75 Nettoyer la fiche du cordon d’alimentation régulièrement afin d’éviter toute accumulation de poussière. B Si de la poussière s’accumule sur la fiche du cordon d’alimentation, l’humidité peut endommager l’isolant et entraîner un incendie. Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation de la prise de courant et l’essuyer avec un chiffon sec.
  • Page 76 Garder la télécommande hors de portée des enfants, et ne pas regarder directement dans le rayon laser; ne pas pointer le rayon vers d’autres personnes. B Si l’on pointe directement vers les yeux le rayon laser émis par la télécommande, ceci risque d’endommager les yeux. Veiller à...
  • Page 77 Pour débrancher le cordon d’alimentation, tenir la fiche et non pas le cordon. B Si le cordon d’alimentation est tiré, le cordon sera endommagé et cela peut causer un incendie, des courts-circuits ou des chocs électriques sérieux. Débrancher toujours tous les câbles avant de déplacer le projecteur. B Le fait de déplacer le projecteur avec des câbles branchés peut endommager les câbles, ce qui pourraient causer un incendie ou des chocs électriques.
  • Page 78: Précautions De Manipulation

    Nous faisons tous les efforts possibles afin de préserver l’environnement. Prière d’apporter l’appareil, s’il n’est pas réparable, à votre revendeur ou à un centre de recyclage. Précautions de manipulation Précautions à prendre lors du déplacement du projecteur Veiller à bien mettre le capuchon d’objectif en place avant de déplacer le projecteur.
  • Page 79 Si la surface de la lentille est salie par des empreintes digitales ou autre, ceci sera agrandi et projeté sur l’écran. D’ailleurs, lorsque le projecteur n’est pas utilisé, rétracter la lentille, puis la couvrir à l’aide du capuchon d’objectif fourni. À...
  • Page 80: Remplacement Du Bloc De Lampe

    Remplacement du bloc de lampe AVERTISSEMENT Lors du remplacement de la lampe, la laisser refroidir pendant au moins une heure avant de la manipuler. B Le couvercle de la lampe devient très chaud, et on risque de se brûler si on le touche. Notes sur le remplacement du bloc de lampe...
  • Page 81 Plus de 1 300 heures Plus de 1 500 heures Méthode de remplacement du bloc de lampe REMARQUE: B Si le temps d’utilisation de la lampe a dépassé 1 500 heures (lorsque PUIS LAMPE a été mis sur “HAUTE”), le projecteur passe en mode d’attente après environ dix minutes de fonctionnement.
  • Page 82 ' Refermer la sortie d’air, puis utiliser un tournevis Phillips pour bien resserrer les vis de fixation de la sortie d’air. REMARQUE: B Veiller à bien installer le bloc de lampe et la sortie d’air. S’ils ne sont pas bien installés, ils peuvent déclencher le circuit de protection, empêchant la mise en circuit de l’alimentation.
  • Page 83 Part for Network Functions and SD Card Functions (PT-L780NTU)
  • Page 84: Other Instructions

    Other instructions Precautions on use of SD card This SD card is a semiconductor memory with the size of 24mm x 32mm x 2.1mm, as small as a postage stamp, and is expected to be a next-generation recording medium that replaces minidisks (MDs), compact disks (CDs) and cassette tapes. The card allows repetition of data reading, writing and deleting.
  • Page 85: Write Protection Switch

    To create a backup copy of the data stored on the SD card Double click and open the icon of SD card drive in My Computer of your personal computer (on the desktop if your computer is Macintosh) and drag and drop the "DCIM" folder onto desktop (while pressing the "Option"...
  • Page 86: Radio Frequencies Used By The Wireless Card

    Precautions on use of projector LAN card Use an optional projector LAN card (ET-CDLAN1) Turn off the power to the main unit before inserting and removing the card. When wiring the LAN cable, keep away from the exhaust port on the rear of the main body.
  • Page 87: Available Channels

    Available channels The channels (frequency bandwidth) that are available for the wireless card to use will vary depending on the country or area where the wireless card is being used. Refer to the following table as a guide. Country / Area Certification Japan STD33 &...
  • Page 88: Typical Applications Of Sd Card / Network Functions

    The supplied Image Creator 1.0 can convert images in the format of PowerPoint, JPEG, BMP, TIFF, and PNG into DCF-conforming JPEG or PNG images and record them onto the SD card so that the projector can replay (this function is applicable only to Windows machines). Projection...
  • Page 89: Example Of Use Of Network Functions

    The supplied Wireless Manager 2.0 allows the user to transfer image data from the personal computer to the SD card inserted in the projector and to record the data on the card. Thus the user can project images changing very quickly to desired ones.
  • Page 90: Fitting And Removal Of Sd Card And Wireless Card

    Fitting and removal of SD card and wireless card SD card Fitting Pay attention to the difference between up and down sides of the SD card. q q Open the slot cover w w Insert the SD card With the card label facing up, insert the card from the side that has a cut corner until it reaches the depth and is locked.
  • Page 91: Wireless Card/Projector Lan Card

    Wireless card/Projector LAN card Fitting q q Turn off the power to the projector Turn off the power referring to How to turn off the power supply given on page 31. w w Open the slot cover e e Insert the wireless/LAN card...
  • Page 92: How To Use Sd Card

    How to use SD card Replaying from recorded SD card using the projector only Setting q q Press the MENU button to view the menu w w Using the "SD card" screen e e Press the ENTER button to show the "SD card"...
  • Page 93: Replay

    Replay q q Change to "SD card" using the input switching (RGB) button of the projector or remote controller. w w Select the folder with the buttons and press the ENTER button. A file selection screen will appear. Notes: • If three or more folders are found, press the button and the next three (or less) folders will be shown in turn.
  • Page 94: Recording Directly On Sd Card

    If your PC is a Windows machine, the supplied software, Image Creator 1.0 can be used. With this Image Creator 1.0, the user can convert the presentation file prepared with Microsoft PowerPoint into image data that can be replayed on the projector, change the screen size and sort the images.
  • Page 95 Refer to the instruction manual and Help descriptions of your operating system (OS). • The projector supports DCF-conforming directories and files as well as folders and files specified by Wireless Manager 2.0. The projector cannot recognize directories and files that are not conforming to DCF (except when Wireless Manager 2.0 is used).
  • Page 96 Removing SD card Take out the SD card in the following procedure: q q Quit all software applications that use the SD card. w w Left-click the PC card icon ( right bottom on the screen. Note: • If no PC card icon is appearing on the task bar at the right bottom of the screen, go to Start menu →...
  • Page 97: Compilation On Macintosh Machine

    NEVER format the disk though. If the card undergoes Macintosh formatting, the projector will not be able to recognize the SD card. Be sure to click the "Remove" button and take out the SD card.
  • Page 98 A DCIM directory already exists in an SD card in which any file has been saved as a result of image capture by using the projector or use of a DCF-conforming digital camera; thus there is no need for folder creation anew.
  • Page 99: Network Setting

    Insert the optional wireless card (ET-CDWL1) into your PC and make setting for the direct wireless communication with the projector. For details of setting the projector, refer to "Setting the projector" on page 104. For details of setting the PC, refer to "Settings of personal computer" on page 112.
  • Page 100: If Wireless Communication Has Already Been Established Between Pcs (In Ad Hoc Mode)

    PCs (in ad hoc mode) In this case, it is required to make settings so that direct wireless communication will be available between the personal computers and the projector in ad hoc mode using the wireless cards that are currently used in the PCs.
  • Page 101: If Wireless Communication Has Already Been Established Using An Access Point

    Notes: • If the projector is used in the area where the radio waves cannot reach the access point, follow the instructions described in "If wireless communication has already been established between PCs (in ad hoc mode)" on page 100.
  • Page 102: If Communication In Ad Hoc Mode Is Unavailable

    Make setting for use in PEER-TO-PEER mode, which allows direct communication via the LAN card. Use this setting when communication is not available in ad hoc mode. For details of setting the projector, refer to "Setting the projector" on page 104. Personal Wireless...
  • Page 103: Example Of Setting For Use Of The Projector Lan Card

    Example of setting for use of the projector LAN card Usage of projector LAN card is classified into the following two types. Note: • The optional projector LAN card (ET-CDLAN1) cannot be used in a personal computer. To directly connect a personal computer to the projector...
  • Page 104: Setting Up The Projector

    "Network setting" screen. r r Press the ENTER button to display "Network setting" setting screen. Status Five different LAN settings (LAN 1-5) can be stored on the projector. Selecting from LAN 1-5 with status will be displayed. To change the status, choose "RUN" from "Setting Wizard" and press the ENTER button to move to the LAN setup wizard.
  • Page 105: Host Name

    Change the setting to the same name as the “SSID” that is set for the access point for communication in infrastructure mode or peer-to-peer mode. • For the SSID of the projector, up to 32 alphanumeric characters and symbols are available. For this reason, if the SSID of the access point cannot be used in the projector, consult the network administrator and have the SSID changed to the one that can be used in the projector.
  • Page 106 ENTER button when the setting is completed. Mounting a projector LAN card For the setting of the projector when mounting a projector LAN card, refer to “Mounting a wireless card” on page 104. In the LAN setup wizard of “Status”, however, only set the IP address, Subnet mask, Gateway and Host name.
  • Page 107: Installing A Wireless Card Driver

    Start menu - Setting - Control panel, open PC card, click the Show control on the task bar check box, and then press the OK button. e e Select and click Stop Panasonic Wireless Card. r r Press the OK button and remove the wireless card.
  • Page 108: Installing A Driver

    When the wireless card is inserted, the driver installation screen will appear. A driver is stored in the CD-ROM supplied with the projector. Use the following procedure for installation. When installing a driver, the setting utility is installed automatically. Installation screen does not appear.
  • Page 109: For Windows

    I For WindowsMe q q Set the CD-ROM to the CD-ROM drive, select "Automatic search for a better driver" and press the "Next" button. w w Press the "Finish" button. I For Windows2000 q q When the wireless card is inserted, "New Hardware Found Wizard"...
  • Page 110 t t When "pananic.inf" is detected, press the "Next" button. y y Press the "Yes" button. Installation of the driver will be started. u u Press the "Finish" button. Installation of the driver will be completed. I For WindowsXP q q When the wireless card is inserted, "New Hardware Found Wizard"...
  • Page 111: Settings Of Wireless Card

    If WEP (encryption) has been set in the projector: Select the "WEP mode", and set it to the same settings as the projector and the access point. 64 (40) bit encryption To enter an encryption key: Characters: 5 characters Hexadecimal numbers: 10 digits Select a default key number from 1 to 4.
  • Page 112: Settings Of Personal Computer

    TCP/IP setting I For WindowsMe q q Right-click the "Network Computer" icon and open "Properties". w w Select "TCP/IP -> Panasonic Wireless Card", and click the "Properties" button. e e Enter an IP address of the same segment as the one assigned to the projector.
  • Page 113 Right-click the "My Network" icon and open "Properties". w w Right-click the "My Network" icon and open "Panasonic Wireless Card". e e Select "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)", and click the "Properties" button. r r Enter an IP address of the same segment as the one assigned to the projector.
  • Page 114: If Two Or More Network Devices Are Existent

    If two or more network devices are existent I For WindowsMe q q Right-click the "My Computer" icon and click "Properties" to open the "System Properties" window. w w Open "Device Manager", and select the icon of the device you want to disable, and click the "Properties"...
  • Page 115 I For WindowsXP q q Right-click the "My Network Places" icon and select "Properties", and open the "Network connection" window. w w Right-click the icon of the device you want to disable and select "Disable". e e Making sure the icon of the device you just disabled is gray, close the window.
  • Page 116: Web Browser Control

    What you can do with Web browser control With the web browser, the user can access the projector for set-up using the projector control and handle the SD card data loaded in the projector using the SD control. Settings of Web browser control Settings of projector q q Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 117: Operation Of Web Browser Control

    Select Japanese or English. Enter the password if any has been defined. Note: In case you forget the password, assign a new password to the projector (For security reason, the projector does not show the password that you have been using).
  • Page 118: Projector Control

    Projector control Click "Projector control" in the menu. The user can make various settings of the projector. Basic control screen Option control screen Monitor information screen When power is turned ON: Note: • Monitor information is updated at regular intervals. If you go to "Display" and press the "Refresh"...
  • Page 119: Sd Control

    Switch to "SD CARD" by using the input selector (RGB) button of the projector or the remote control. It is also possible to switch to it on the basic control screen of the projector control. w w Click "SD control" in the menu.
  • Page 120: Changing Password

    When using PDA From a personal digital assistance (PDA) and other portable information terminal, the user can access this projector to make setting on the projector and to operate data of the SD card. For details of PDA and for setting of PDA network cad, refer to manufacturer’s instruction manual for those devices.
  • Page 121: Menu Screen

    Web power is set to ON in the option setting of the projector. set to ON in the option setting of the projector. At this moment, however, the projector control screen has the same indications as those displayed when normal operation is available.
  • Page 122: Wireless Manager 2.0

    In addition, the software also allows the user to enjoy automatic playback. • To transmit image data onto the SD card inserted in the projector and stack images in advance. This function allows quick image switching.
  • Page 123: Operation Of Wireless Manager 2.0

    2.0, followed by the thumbnail display of images stored using Image Creator 1.0. Registration of projector In addition to the current projector, the user can register multiple projectors to which images will be transmitted. q q Right-click the icon on the task bar and choose "Option".
  • Page 124 Click the pull-down key of the "Folders in SD" and choose a folder to which images are to be transmitted from folders displayed. y y Click and choose the projector to which image data is to be transmitted. Image data cannot be transmitted unless a projector is selected.
  • Page 125: To Capture And Transfer The Image Of Pc Screen

    PC. Before transmitting an image It is necessary to switch the input of the projector before sending an image to the projector by Wireless Manager. Switch to "NETWORK" using the input selector (RGB) button of the projector or the remote control.
  • Page 126: Transfer Of Image Stored In The Personal Computer

    • If capturing and transmitting the screen is selected, the image is transmitted to the projector immediately after the capture. In this case, the indication in Window 8 will be "The image will be transmitted when it is captured".
  • Page 127: Presentation Mode

    PCs. 6. Transfer to SD All images shown in thumbnails (17) will be transferred to the SD card inserted in the projector. To cancel the transfer, click the "Cancel" button. This function is not available during automatic display.
  • Page 128: Thumbnail Display

    16.Preview screen If thumbnail display has been selected, the same image as the one transmitted to the projector will be displayed. If zoom or full-size image has been selected, the image to be transmitted next (the selected one) will be displayed.
  • Page 129: Major Examples Of Usage

    "Capture" window depending on the situation, transmit the selected images to the projector. Image list The images to be displayed are transferred to the projector from the folder that contains the prepared images. Remote control The image data saved previously on the SD card is projected from the remote control window.
  • Page 130: Image Creator 1.0

    Image Creator 1.0 What you can do with Image Creator 1.0 The following lists the functions that Image Creator 1.0 provides. To convert a PowerPoint file (with a .ppt extension) into a DCF-compliant JPEG or PNG image file. The PC that converts the file must have PowerPoint97/2000/2002 installed in it.
  • Page 131: Installation Of Image Creator 1.0

    Installation of Image Creator 1.0 Install the Image Creator 1.0 onto your PC. The software is contained in the supplied CD-ROM. Before installation The software does not run on the computer that does not operate with Windows98SE/Me/2000/XP. Procedure of installation q q Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 132: Converting And Saving Captured Images

    7. "Convert and save" button Files will be converted into the specified format (automatic, JPEG or PNG conversion) and size, and saved into the destination selected in (6). 8. "Launch Wireless Manager" button Wireless Manager 2.0 will be started. (Once it is started, it will be minimized on the task bar.
  • Page 133: Images Not To Be Captured

    Capturing presentation files created with Microsoft PowerPoint97/2000/2002 q q Press the "Capture slides" button and select the presentation files you want to capture. An "Open" screen will appear as shown in the diagram. Using "File locations" menu and folder icons, move to the location where you can find the desired presentation files for conversion.
  • Page 134: Sorting Images

    Capturing files by drag-and-drop operation "Image Creator 1.0" supports drag-and-drop operation. When you choose a file or a folder to be converted and drag and drop it on the shortcut icon or the window of the application, Image Creator 1.0 starts automatically and the file(s) are captured. Drag and drop onto the shortcut icon.
  • Page 135 JPEG conversion format If you select this check box with " into DCF format upon saving. If the " name shown under each image on the thumbnail screen. For details of DCF standard, refer to "DCF standard" on page 136. Note: •...
  • Page 136: Dcf Standard

    DCF standard DCF standard has the following requirements: Directory (folder) name Directories must be created under a DCIM directory. • Data located in directories other than "DCIM" directory is not recognized. A directory name must be made of "a three-digit number (directory number) + 5 alphabets"...
  • Page 137: Before Placing An Repair Order

    • If another wireless device uses the same channel, the transfer rate may become lower. Select other channel for setting. • Immediately after the projector is turned on, it is on the way to establish the network communication. Perform the search again after a while.
  • Page 138 Symptom Although an image is displayed on the "Image list" screen of the Wireless Manager • There are several different formats in JPEG and PNG images and 2.0, an error message some of them cannot be displayed. appears saying that If this occurs, capture the image with the image creator and then save it back.
  • Page 139: Explanation Of Terms

    IP addresses to computers which are connected to the LAN. Not available with this product. Ad Hoc Mode A mode for direct communication between the projector and a computer with an optional wireless card. Infrastructure Mode A mode for communication via an access point which is connected to a wired LAN.
  • Page 140 Because of differences in color separation, two format sub-types are used: RGB (red, green and blue) and CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black). The projector and the Image Creator 1.0 software do not support the CMYK sub-type of JPEG file.
  • Page 141 Application software for creating presentations which is included as part of Microsoft Office. 95, 97, 2000 and 2002 versions are available, but the Image Creator 1.0 software which is bundled with the projector is only compatible with the 97, 2000 and 2002 versions.
  • Page 142: Trademark Information

    • Unauthorized use or reproduction of this software or this manual in full or in part is strictly forbidden. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any results or effects arising from the use of this software and this manual. • The specification for this software and the contents of this manual are...
  • Page 143: Consignes De Sécurité

    Consignes de sécurité AVERTISSEMENT Garder la carte de méoire SD hors de portée des enfants en bas age et des jeunes enfants. • Si la carte de méoire est avalée, cela peut causer la mort par suffocation. Si l'n pense que la carte de méoire a pu être avalée, consulter un médecin immédiatement.
  • Page 144 Fréquences radio utilisées par la carte de radiocommunication La carte de radiocommunication fournie (en tant qu'accessoire) et la carte de radiocommunication optionnelle (référence ET-CDWL1) émettent et reçoivent des fréquences dans la bande des 2,4 GHz. Aucune autorisation spéciale n'est nécessaire pour pouvoir émettre avec cette carte de radiocommunication, cependant vous devez comprendre les points suivants avant d'utiliser une carte de radiocommunication.
  • Page 145: Canaux Disponibles

    Canaux disponibles Les canaux (fréquences) utilisés par la carte de radiocommunication dévendent de la région du monde ou du pays dans lequel la carte est destinée à être utilisée. Le tableau ci-dessous donne le détail de ces bandes de fréquences. Pays / Région Agrément Japon...
  • Page 146 • Toute utilisation ou reproduction, même partielle, de ce logiciel ou de ce manuel est strictement interdite. • Panasonic ne saurait être tenue pour responsable d'aucun dommage ou préjudice lié à l'utilisation de ce logiciel ou de ce manuel. • Les caractéristiques techniques du logiciel et le contenu de ce manuel sont sujets à...

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