Panasonic PT-LB51SU Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PT-LB51SU Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

LCD Projector
PT-LB51NTU
Model No.
PT-LB51U
PT-LB51SU
Commercial Use
AUTO
SETUP
INPUT
SELECT
COMPUTER WIRELESS VIDEO
WIRELESS
PRESENTATION PAGE
MENU
RETURN
ENTER
FREEZE
SHUTTER
COMPUTER
SEARCH
DEFAULT
INDEX-
WINDOW
MULTI-LIVE
DIGITAL ZOOM
VOLUME
TQBJ0228-3
E
NGLISH

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. Operating Instructions LCD Projector PT-LB51NTU Model No. PT-LB51U PT-LB51SU Commercial Use AUTO SETUP INPUT SELECT COMPUTER WIRELESS VIDEO WIRELESS PRESENTATION PAGE MENU RETURN ENTER...
  • 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 out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector. The serial number of your product may be found on its bottom.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Notice

    Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Telephone number: (888) 411 - 1996 E-mail: 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.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick steps 1. Set up your projector See “Setting up” on page 14. 2. Connect with other devices See “Connections” on page 18. 3. Prepare the Remote control See “Remote control” on page 10. 4. Start projecting See “Switching the projector on/off” on page 20.
  • Page 5 Settings Menu Navigation ...27 Navigating through the MENU ... 27 Main menu and Sub-menu... 28 PICTURE menu...30 PICTURE MODE ... 30 CONTRAST ... 30 BRIGHTNESS... 30 COLOR ... 30 TINT ... 30 SHARPNESS... 30 COLOR TEMPERATURE ... 30 DAYLIGHT VIEW... 31 AI...
  • Page 6: Precautions With Regard To Safety

    Precautions with regard to safety WARNINGS If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming from the projector, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Do not continue to use the projector in such cases, otherwise fire or electric shocks could result. Check that no more smoke is coming out, and then contact an Authorised Service Center for repairs.
  • Page 7: Cautions

    Do not place your skin into the light beam while the projector is being used. Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you place directly into this light, it can hurt or damage your skin. Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used.
  • Page 8: Cautions When Transporting

    Precautions with regard to safety Do not mix old and new batteries. If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, they may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result. Remove the used batteries from the remote control promptly.
  • Page 9: Cautions On Use

    1hour later again. Please note that this does not affect the performance of your LCD. Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Remote control* PT-LB51NTU : N2QAYB000169 (X1) PT-LB51U /PT-LB51SU : N2QAYB000172 (X1) AUTO SETUP INPUT SELECT COMPUTER WIRELESS VIDEO...
  • Page 10 About Your Projector Remote control POWER button Switch between stand-by mode and projection mode. (page 20) Display the MAIN MENU. (page 27) Navigate through the menus with FGIH, and activate the menu item with ENTER. (page 27) Capture the projected image as a frozen picture.
  • Page 11: About Your Projector

    Attaching a hand strap You can attach a favorite strap on to the Remote control. NOTE: • Do not drop the Remote control. • Avoid contact with liquids or moisture. • Use manganese batteries or alkaline batteries with the Remote control. •...
  • Page 12: Projector Body

    About Your Projector Projector body Top and front view LAMP indicator (page 39) Luminance Sensor (page 31) This sensor detects the luminance when the “DAYLIGHT VIEW” function is operating. Do not cover the projector and do not place any object on the projector when using it.
  • Page 13: Connector Panel

    Back and bottom view Connector Panel Lamp unit compartment (page 41) Air intake port, Air filter (page 40) Font adjustable legs (L/R) Adjust the projection angle. (page 17) Connector Panel COMPUTER2 IN/1 OUT Connect an RGB signal cable from Selectable for input a computer.
  • Page 14: Setting Up

    150" (3.81 m) 2.29 m (7'6") 200" (5.08 m) 3.05 m (10') 250" (6.35 m) 3.81 m (12'6") 300" (7.62 m) 4.57 m (14'11") PT-LB51SU Projection size (4 : 3) Screen Screen height diagonal (SD) (SH) 33" (0.84 m) 0.50 m (1'7") 40"...
  • Page 15 Projection size(4:3) = SD X 0.0152 = SD X 0.0203 = 0.0307 X SD - 0.031 = 0.0371 X SD - 0.029 PT-LB51SU Projection size(4:3) = SD X 0.0152 = SD X 0.0203 = 0.0304 X SD - 0.029 = 0.0368 X SD - 0.041 * The results above are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.
  • Page 16: Projection Method

    Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following 4 projection methods. To set the desired method in the projector, See “INSTALLATION” on page 35.. Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from front INSTALLATION: FRONT/DESK Mounting in the ceiling and projecting from front INSTALLATION: FRONT/CEILING...
  • Page 17: Front Leg Adjusters And Throwing Angle

    Front adjustable legs and throwing angle You can adjust the projection angle in the vertical direction by pressing the Font leg adjuster buttons. See “Positioning the image” on page 22. NOTE: • Heated air comes out of the Air exhaust port. Be careful of this when adjusting the Font adjustable legs. •...
  • Page 18: Connections

    Connections Before connection to the projector Read and follow the operating and connecting instructions of each peripheral device. The peripheral devices must be turned off. Use cables that match each peripheral device to be connected. If the input signal is affected by signal jitter, the projected image may have poor image quality and timebase correction is effective.
  • Page 19: Connecting With Av Equipment

    Connecting with AV equipment Connecting with VIDEO IN/S-VIDEO IN To S-VIDEO output To video output or audio output Connecting with COMPONENT IN D-sub15-pin (male) - BNCx5 (male) adapter cable Red (connect to P Blue (connect to P Green (connect to Y signal connector) NOTE: •...
  • Page 20: Switching The Projector On/Off

    Switching the projector on/off Power cord Connecting 1. Make sure the shape of the power cord plug and the AC IN connector on the back of the projector match, then push the plug all the way in. 2. Connect the Power cord to a wall outlet. Disconnecting 1.
  • Page 21: Switching On The Projector

    Switching on the projector 1. Plug the Power cord into the projector. The POWER indicator lights up in RED. 2. Press the POWER button. The POWER indicator lights up in GREEN after flashing for a while. The STARTUP LOGO is displayed on the screen. See “STARTUP LOGO” on page 34. NOTE: •...
  • Page 22: Projecting An Image

    Projecting an image Selecting the input signal 1. Switch on the connected devices. Press the play button of the required device. 2. Press the INPUT SELECT buttons to select the required input method if needed. See “Switching the input signal” on page 24. The image will be projected on the screen.
  • Page 23: Remote Control Operation

    Remote control operation Operating range AUTO SETUP INPUT SELECT COMPUTER WIRELESS VIDEO WIRELESS PRESENTATION PAGE MENU RETURN ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER COMPUTER SEARCH DEFAULT INDEX- WINDOW MULTI-LIVE DIGITAL ZOOM VOLUME Setting up the image position automatically You can adjust the setting of the image position, DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE automatically for the projected COMPUTER signal image.
  • Page 24: Switching The Input Signal

    Remote control operation Switching the input signal You can switch the input method manually by pressing the COMPUTER, WIRELESS (PT- LB51NTU only) and VIDEO buttons. Press the required button several times or I H to cycle through the input methods as follows. The actual projected image will be changed in a while.
  • Page 25: Capturing An Image

    Resetting to the factory default settings You can reset most of the customised settings to the factory defaults by pressing DEFAULT button of the Remote control. Display the required sub menu or the menu items and press the DEFAULT button again. See “Main menu and Sub-menu”...
  • Page 26: Enlarging The Centered Area

    Remote control operation Enlarging the centered area You can enlarge the projected image down to a centered area for emphasizing within the range of 1x to 2x. Enlarging the image 1. Press DIGITAL ZOOM +/- button once. The centered area of the image will then be enlarged to 1.5x.
  • Page 27: Settings

    Menu Navigation The menu system allows you to access functions which do not have their own dedicated buttons on the Remote control. The menu options are structured and categorised. You can navigate through the menu with F G H I buttons.
  • Page 28: Main Menu And Sub-Menu

    Menu Navigation Main menu and Sub-menu The Main menu has 6 options. Select the required menu item and press ENTER to display the Sub-menu. NOTE: • Some default settings vary by the selected input signal. • Sub-menu items vary according to the selected input signal. •...
  • Page 29 Main menu Sub-menu OPTION INPUT GUIDE STARTUP LOGO FUNCTION BUTTON COMPUTER2 SELECT LAMP POWER LAMP RUNTIME POWER OFF TIMER DIRECT POWER ON CONTROL PANEL AUTO SETUP SIGNAL SEARCH INSTALLATION HIGHLAND RGB/YPBPR VOLUME DETAILED SETUP SECURITY INPUT PASSWORD PASSWORD CHANGE TEXT DISPLAY TEXT CHANGE WIRELESS NETWORK...
  • Page 30: Picture Menu

    PICTURE menu Remote control Control panel See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28. PICTURE MODE Depending on the projection environment, you can use these preset parameter settings to optimise image projection. Press I H to cycle through the options. Setting for a general image STANDARD Bright and sharp setting...
  • Page 31: Daylight View

    DAYLIGHT VIEW You can keep the projected image bright and vivid even in well-lit rooms where the ambient light sources cannot be controlled, such as when a door opens or when window coverings fail to block out sunlight. Automatic adjustment AUTO: Deactive OFF:...
  • Page 32: Position Menu

    POSITION menu Remote control Control panel See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28. REALTIME KEYSTONE This projector detects its own degree of tilt and corrects the keystone distortion automatically. Deactive OFF: Active KEYSTONE This projector detects its own degree of tilt and corrects...
  • Page 33: Resizing

    The input signal will be projected without any change. 16:9 The squeezed signal will be projected in 16:9 ratio. S4:3 The input signal will be sized down 75 % and projected. S4:3 mode is effective when projecting 4:3 image on to a 16:9 screen. AUTO The S1 signal which contains an identifying signal will be detected and automatically project the...
  • Page 34: Option Menu

    OPTION menu Remote control Control panel See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28. INPUT GUIDE When the input signal is changed, the input signal information will be displayed in the upper right corner of the projected images.
  • Page 35: Lamp Runtime

    LAMP RUNTIME You can check how long the lamp has been used. NOTE: • LAMP RUNTIME is a relevant matter for lamp replacement timing. See “Replacing the Lamp unit” on page 41. POWER OFF TIMER You can set the off timer to switch off the POWER of the projector after a certain period of time automatically when no signal is detected.
  • Page 36: Highland

    OPTION menu HIGHLAND If you use the projector at high elevation, the HIGHLAND setting need to be ON to set the fan speed high. Press I H to select the required option. The fan speed is low. The fan speed is high. NOTE: •...
  • Page 37: Security Menu

    SECURITY menu Remote control Control panel See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28. Entering the SECURITY Every time when you apply to the SECURITY menu, you will be asked to perform the password operation.
  • Page 38: Wireless Menu (Pt-Lb51Ntu Only)

    WIRELESS menu Remote control Control panel See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28. NOTE: • See more detailed instructions in the contents of the CD-ROM which is provided with the projector. NGLISH - 38 (PT-LB51NTU only) Items in WIRELESS menu...
  • Page 39: Temp And Lamp Indicators

    TEMP, LAMP Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur with the projector, the TEMP, LAMP indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. 1. Confirm the status of all indicators and projector, and switch off the projector in proper way. 2.
  • Page 40: Care And Replacement

    Care and Replacement Cleaning the projector Before cleaning the projector Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Unplug all the cables from the projector. Cleaning the outer surface of the projector Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft cloth. If it is difficult to remove the dirt, soak a cloth in a neutral detergent diluted with water, wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector.
  • Page 41: Replacing The Lamp Unit

    Replacing the Lamp unit Before replacing the Lamp unit Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Make sure the Lamp unit and the surroundings are cooled enough. Prepare a Phillips-head screwdriver. Contact an Authorised Service Center to purchase a replacement Lamp unit (ET-LAB50). When the projector is mounted in the ceiling, do not work directly under the projector or put your face closer to the projector.
  • Page 42 Care and Replacement 2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to turn the lamp unit cover fixing screws at the bottom of the projector, and then remove the Lamp unit cover. Lamp unit cover 3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two lamp unit cover fixing screws until the screws turn freely. Then hold the handles of the Lamp unit and gently pull the Lamp unit out from the projector.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Should any problem persist, contact your dealer. Problem The Power cord may not be connected. No electric supply is at the wall outlet. TEMP indicator is lit or flashes. Power does not turn on. LAMP indicator is lit or flashes. The lamp unit cover has not been securely installed.
  • Page 44: Technical Information

    Technical Information List of compatible signals Display resolution Mode (dots) NTSC/NTSC 4.43/ 720 x 480i PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 480i 720 x 480i 576i 720 x 576i 480p 720 x 483 576p 720 x 576 1 080/60i 1 920 x 1 080i 1 080/50i 1 920 x 1 080i 720/60p...
  • Page 45: Serial Terminal

    Serial terminal The serial connector which is on the 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 connecter. Connection COMPUTER1 Serial adapter (ET-ADSER:sold separately) Pin assignments and signal names Communication settings...
  • Page 46: Cable Specifications

    Technical Information Cable specifications (When connected to a personal computer) Projector Control commands Command Control contents Power ON Power OFF Volume INPUT Lamp condition query SHUTTER NGLISH - 46 Remarks In standby mode, all commands other than the PON command are ignored.
  • Page 47: Computer Connection Guidance

    The key commands are depend on the manufactures. If you select the computer terminals which has no signals while the INPUT GUIDE is set to DETAILED, the computer connection guidance will be displayed. Manufacturer Key command Panasonic FUJITSU NOTE: • The computer connection guidance will disappear after 5 minutes.
  • Page 48: Specifications

    3 transparent LCD panels (RGB) Active matrix method PT-LB51NTU/PT-LB51U: 786 432 (1 024 x 768) x 3 panels PT-LB51SU: 480 000 (800 x 600) x 3 panels Manual zoom (1 - 1.2 x)/Manual focus F 1.6 - 1.9, f 18.8 mm - 22.6 mm...
  • Page 49 Height the projection parts) Length 210 mm (8 - 1/4") PT-LB51NTU: 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs.) PT-LB51U/PT-LB51SU: 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs.) UL60950 C-UL FCC Class B 3 V DC (AA batteries x 2) Approx. 15 m (49'2") (when operated directly in front of signal receptor) 117 g (4.2 ozs.) (including batteries)
  • Page 50: Dimensions

    Technical Information Dimensions <Units: mm (inch)> NGLISH - 50...
  • Page 51: Trademark Acknowledgments

    Technical Information Trademark acknowledgments VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. The font used in the on-screen displays is a Ricoh bitmap font, which is manufactured and sold by Ricoh Company, Ltd.
  • Page 52: Index

    Index ... 13 AC IN ... 9 Accessories ... 31 ... 13 Air exhaust port ... 13 Air filter ... 13 Air intake port ... 32 ASPECT ... 13 AUDIO IN AUTO SETUP ... 35 Menu ... 23 Remote control ...
  • Page 53 ... 10 PAGE (PT-LB51NTU only) ... 37 PASSWORD CHANGE ... 30 PICTURE menu ... 30 PICTURE MODE ... 32 POSITION ... 32 POSITION menu POWER ... 12 Control panel ... 20 Indicator status ... 10 Remote control button Power cord ...
  • Page 54: Avis Important Concernant La Sécurité

    Ce mode d'emploi vous donne toutes les informations concernant l'utilisation de ce projecteur. Nous espérons qu'il vous aidera à utiliser au mieux votre nouvel appareil, et que votre projecteur à cristaux liquides Panasonic vous donnera entière satisfaction. Le numéro de série du produit se trouve au bas du produit. Le noter dans l'espace prévu ci-dessous et conserver ce manuel pour le cas où...
  • Page 55 PT-LB51NTU / PT-LB51U / PT-LB51SU Désignation commerciale:Panasonic Fabricant responsable: Panasonic Corporation of North America Adresse: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Téléphone: (888) 411 - 1996 Email: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com Cet appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC (Federal Communicaitions Commission U.S.A.) ce qui signifie: (1) que l'appareil ne produit pas d'interférences nuisibles, et (2) que l'appareil est capable de...
  • Page 56: Précautions De Sécurité

    Précautions de sécurité AVERTISSEMENT Si l'on remarque une émission de fumée, d'odeurs suspectes ou de bruits provenant du projecteur, débrancher la fiche du cordon d'alimentation de la prise de courant. Ne pas continuer d'utiliser le projecteur dans ces cas- là, autrement cela peut entraîner un incendie ou des chocs électriques.
  • Page 57: Mises En Garde

    Ne pas toucher le liquide provenant des fuites des piles. Si vous touchez le liquide des fuites, cela pourrait abîmer votre peau. Enlever le liquide a l'eau claire et rechercher immédiatement le secours d'un médecin. Si vous recevez du liquide des fuites dans les yeux, cela pourrait provoquer la cécité...
  • Page 58: Précautions Lors Du Transport

    Précautions de sécurité Lorsqu'on insère les piles, veiller à ce que les polar- ités (+ et –) soient bien respectées. Si l'on insère les piles incorrectement, elles risquer- ont d'exploser ou de fuir, ce qui peut causer un incendie, des blessures ou une contamination du logement des piles et de la zone environnante.
  • Page 59: Précautions Lors De L'installation

    Précautions lors de l'installation Éviter de l'installer dans les endroits sujets à des vi- brations ou à des chocs. Les pièces internes peuvent être endommagées, ce qui peut causer des pannes ou des accidents. Éviter d'installer le projecteur à des endroits sujets à des changements de température brusques, à...
  • Page 60: Remplacement De L'unité De La Lampe

    Remplacement de l'unité de la lampe Avant de remplacer le l'Unité de la lampe Débrancher le cordon principal de la prise du secteur. Vérifier que l'Unité de la lampe ainsi que les pièces autour aient eu le temps de refroidir. Préparer un tournevis cruciforme.
  • Page 61 Procédure de remplacement REMARQUE: • Si la durée d’utilisation de la lampe a dépassée 2 000 heures (lorsque “PUISSANCE DE LA LAMPE” a été réglé sur “MODE STANDARD” et lorsque “AI” a été réglé sur “NON”), le projecteur passe en mode d’attente après environ 10 minutes de fonctionnement.
  • Page 62 NOTE: This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Printed in Japan S0607-4108E...

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