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Model No. PT-FW530 PT-FX500 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is intended for products manufactured from Aug. 2016 and beyond. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No.
When the initial setting screen is displayed ..42 [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] (For PT-FW530 Making adjustments and selections ..... 44 and PT-FX500) ............70 Switching off the projector ........45 [SHIFT] ..............72 Direct power off function ........46 [DOT CLOCK]............72 Projecting ..............
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Contents Chapter 5 Operation of Function [LANGUAGE] menu ..........75 Changing the display language ......75 Network connections ..........106 [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ........76 When connecting via wired LAN ......106 [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] ........76 When connecting via wireless LAN ....108 [COMPUTER IN/OUT] ..........
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
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This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149. For USA-California Only This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material –...
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Read this first! FCC NOTICE (USA) Verification Model Number: PT-FZ570 / PT-FW530 / PT-FX500 Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 General Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/support Projector Contact: http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ 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.
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Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
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Read this first! To remove the battery Remote Control Battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. Brazil Only Brasil Apenas r Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e/ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada.
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Read this first! WARNING: r POWER The wall outlet or the circuit breaker shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible when problems occur. If the following problems occur, cut off the power supply immediately. Continued use of the projector in these conditions will result in fire or electric shock. f If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
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If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. f Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
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Read this first! WARNING: r ACCESSORIES Do not use or handle the batteries improperly, and refer to the following. Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. f Do not use unspecified batteries. f Do not use chargeable batteries.
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Read this first! CAUTION: r POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and the power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result.
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Read this first! CAUTION: When not using the projector for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control. Failure to observe this will cause the batteries to leak, overheat, catch fire or explode, which may result in fire or contamination of surrounding area.
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As for the terms and conditions, please refer to the software license of the supplied CD-ROM. If you wish to ask any questions as to the software, please contact (sav.pj.gpl.pavc@ml.jp.panasonic.com) by email.
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Features of the Projector Quick Steps For details, refer to the corresponding pages. 1. Set up the projector. Highly flexible setup ( x page 31) ▶ Easy and highly flexible setup is achieved by 1.8 times zoom lens, lens shift function and DIGITAL LINK compatibility ( x page 2.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Precautions for use Lens cushion f In order to protect the projection lens from the vibration during transportation, lens cushion is attached to the product at the time of purchase. Please remove the lens cushion before use. Lens cushion Cautions when transporting f When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use rThe projector may not work properly due to strong radio waves from the broadcast station or the radio. If there is any facility or equipment, which outputs strong radio waves, near the installation location, install the projector at a location sufficiently far from the source of the radio waves.
(http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers. In addition, the projector does not support audio transmission because it is not equipped with audio function.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Notes on Using Wireless Connection Wireless connection function of the projector uses radio waves in the 2.4 GHz band. A radio station license is not required, but be sure to read and fully understand the following items before use. The wireless module (Model No.: ET-WML100) of optional accessories must be installed when you want to use the wireless LAN function of this projector.
Depending on the specifications of the wireless LAN, a malicious third-party may be able to break security settings by special means. Panasonic asks customers to thoroughly understand the risk of using this product without making security settings, and recommends that the customer make security settings at their own discretion and responsibility.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Cautions on use rTo get a good picture quality f In order to view a beautiful image in higher contrast, prepare an appropriate environment. Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed in < > show the number of accessories. Wireless remote control unit <1> Lens cover <1> (TXFKK01XMQZ) (N2QAYA000123) Power cord CD-ROM <1>...
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follows. Instruction/list (PDF) Operating Instructions Multi Monitoring & Control Software Operating Instructions Logo Transfer Software Operating Instructions Presenter Light Software Operating Instructions This is a list of display models (projector or flat panel display) that are compatible with the List of Compatible Device Models...
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector About your projector Remote control Front Bottom 11 <FUNCTION> button Power <v/b> button (v standby/b power on) Assigns a frequently used operation as a shortcut button. Sets the projector to the state where the projector is switched (x page 54) off (standby mode) when the <MAIN POWER>...
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Attention f Do not drop the remote control. f Avoid contact with liquids or moisture. f Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. f Please observe the following contents that are described on the back of the remote control unit (see the right picture).
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Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector 13 <AC IN> terminal 17 Control panel (x page 27) Connect the supplied power cord. 18 Air filter cover 14 <MAIN POWER> switch The air filter units are inside. Turns off/on the main power. 19 Air intake port 15 Connecting terminals (x page 28) 16 Security slot...
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Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector r Connecting terminals <WIRELESS> terminal <DC OUT> terminal Insert the optional wireless module (Model No.: ET-WML100) This is a USB terminal only for power supply. (DC 5 V, directly to this terminal when using the wireless LAN function. maximum 900 mA) This can be used when power is to be supplied to a wireless <COMPUTER 2 IN/1 OUT>...
Chapter 1 Preparation — Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing the batteries Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the m side first). (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order. When using the system with multiple projectors When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually by using single remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Setting up Installation mode There are four ways to set up the projector. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] ( x page 88) depending on the installation method. Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward Mounting on the ceiling and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Parts for ceiling mount (optional) The projector can be installed on the ceiling by combining the optional Ceiling Mount Bracket (Model No.: ET-PKD120H (for High Ceilings), ET-PKD120S (for Low Ceilings)) and ET-PKE300B (Projector Mount Bracket). f Be sure to use the Ceiling Mount Bracket specified for this projector.
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±20 ±15 PT-FW530 ±35 ±35 ±35 ±35 PT-FX500 ±35 ±35 ±35 ±35 Note f When [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] is used, the focus of the entire screen may be lost as correction increases. f Make the curved screen a circular arc shape with one part of a perfect circle removed.
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13.87 -0.381 ~ 4.191 7.62 (300") 7.92 14.71 -0.404 ~ 4.442 8.14 15.11 -0.622 ~ 4.356 8.97 16.65 -0.457 ~ 5.029 For PT-FX500 (Unit: m) Projection screen 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio size Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Diagonal Distance from the lens center to...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting Before connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables. f Take note of the following points before connecting the cables. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions. g When connecting a cable to a device connected to the projector or the projector itself, touch any nearby metallic objects to eliminate static electricity from your body before performing work.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting <HDMI 1 IN> terminal/<HDMI 2 IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names Outside view Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name T.M.D.S data 2+ (11) T.M.D.S clock shield T.M.D.S data 2 shield (12) T.M.D.S clock- Even-numbered pins of (2) to (18) T.M.D.S data 2- (13)
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example: Computers Computer Computer Control computer Optional wireless module (Model No.: ET-WML100) Control computer Audio equipment Attention f When connecting the projector to a computer or an external device, use the power cord supplied with each device and commercially available shielded cables.
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For twisted-pair-cable transmitters of other manufacturers of which the operation has been verified with the projector, refer to the Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Switching on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER> switch is on the <OFF> side before connecting the power cord. Use the power cord matching with the power supply voltage and the shape of the outlet.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Indicator status Projector status Projecting. The power is still on while the lamp is turned off. The [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → Green [POWER MANAGEMENT] is set to [READY]. Blinking The lamp starts work.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector When the initial setting screen is displayed When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase as well as when [INITIALIZE ALL] in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu is executed, the [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed. Set them in accordance with circumstances.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Set the operation mode during standby. The default setting is [NORMAL], you can use the network function during standby. If you want to reduce the power [STANDBY MODE] consumption, it can be set to [ECO]. After the initial setting is completed, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector 7) 9) 5) 1) 8) Roughly adjust the focus of the image. (x page 48) Change the setting of the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the installation mode. (x page 31) f Refer to “Navigating through the menu”...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. (Or press the power <v/b> button again.) f Projection of the image will stop, and the power indicator <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)> on the projector body lights in orange.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Projecting Check the external device connection ( x page 36), power cord connection ( x page 41), and switch on the projector ( x page 42) to start projecting. Select the image for projection, and adjust appearance of the projected image.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Switching the input by displaying the input guide The input for projection can be selected by displaying the input guide with the control panel. Press the <INPUT SELECT> button on the control panel. f The [DETAILED] input guide or the [SIMPLE] input guide is displayed. ( x page 76) Press the <INPUT SELECT>...
Adjustment range by the lens position shift (optical axis shift) Based on the standard projection position using the optical axis shift function, the projection position can be adjusted in the range shown in the following figures. PT-FZ570 / PT-FW530 PT-FX500 0.3 H 0.3 H 0.3 H 0.3 H...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Operating with the remote control Using the AV mute function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to turn off the image and the audio temporarily.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control <VOL-> Decreases the volume. <VOL+> Increases the volume. Note f This operation can be also performed by using the <VOL-> button/<VOL+> button on the control panel. Using the freeze function The projected image can be paused and the audio turned off regardless of the playback of the external device. button Press the <FREEZE>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control f If the automatic setup function is used while moving images are being input, the adjustment may not be performed properly even for an RGB signal that can use automatic setup. Using the SCREEN ADJ button The [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] screen can be displayed.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control f The moving screen is displayed when executing the remote control operation, and the [DIGITAL ZOOM] individual adjustment screen is not displayed. f The [DIGITAL ZOOM] individual adjustment screen is displayed when executing the menu operation. For details, refer to [DISPLAY OPTION] →...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Using the FUNCTION button Some operations in the menu can be assigned to the <FUNCTION> button on the remote control so that it can be used as an easy shortcut button. button Press the <FUNCTION>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Note f This can be displayed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STATUS] ( x page 87). Using the ECO management function You can display the setting screen relating to ECO management. button Press the <ECO>...
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button Press the <MENU> button on the remote control or the control panel. f The main menu screen appears.
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Note f Pressing the <MENU> button while the menu screen is displayed to return the previous menu. You can operate in the same way by pressing the <RETURN> button. f Some items may not be adjusted or used for certain signal formats to be input to the projector. The menu items that cannot be adjusted or used are shown in gray characters, and they cannot be selected.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu On the menu screen, select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 57) for the operation of the menu screen. [PICTURE MODE] You can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the environment in which the projector is used.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment Press the w button. Increases the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. -32 ~ +32 Press the q button. Reduces the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. [COLOR] (Only for movie-based signal input) You can adjust the color saturation of the projected image.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [DEFAULT] Factory default setting. [HIGH] Select so that images become natural. [LOW] [GAMMA] You can adjust contrast balance. Press as to select [GAMMA].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Emphasizes blue in shadow areas. Press the w button. [BRIGHTNESS B] -32 ~ +32 Press the q button. Deemphasizes blue in shadow areas. [DAYLIGHT VIEW] You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. Press as to select [DAYLIGHT VIEW].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Attention f When this is set for an input signal with less noise, the image may look different from what it originally was. In such a case, set it to [OFF]. [TV-SYSTEM] (Only when the <VIDEO IN> terminal or <COMPUTER 1 IN> terminal is selected) The projector will automatically detect the input signal, but you can set the color system manually when an unstable signal is input.
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu On the menu screen, select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 57) for the operation of the menu screen. [REALTIME KEYSTONE] The projector can correct the distortion of the projected image automatically when the projector is installed tilted.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Adjusting [LENS THROW RATIO] Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [KEYSTONE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [KEYSTONE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LENS THROW RATIO].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press as to select [KEYSTONE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [KEYSTONE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [BALANCE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [BALANCE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press asqw to adjust the balance. [VERTICAL BALANCE] [HORIZONTAL BALANCE] Adjustment...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu f The [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [CURVED CORRECTION]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CURVED CORRECTION] screen is displayed. Press as to select one item to adjust. Set the throw ratio. [LENS THROW RATIO] Select an approximate value that is the actual projection distance divided by the projected image width.
Aspect ratio of the image size may shift depending on the correction. [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] (For PT-FW530 and PT-FX500) You can correct the distortion of the projected image that occurs when the projector is installed tilted or when the screen is tilted or curved.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press as to select the item to adjust, then press the <ENTER> button. f The [CORNER CORRECTION] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press asqw to adjust. [CORNER CORRECTION] [UPPER LEFT] [UPPER RIGHT] [LOWER LEFT] [LOWER RIGHT] Setting [CURVED CORRECTION] Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT].
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu f Press the <SCREEN ADJ> button on the remote control when the [KEYSTONE], [CORNER CORRECTION] or [CURVED CORRECTION] screen is displaying, it will switch to the next adjustment screen. f When the [CORNER CORRECTION] individual adjustment screen is displaying, the individual adjustment screen of the next corner can also be displayed by pressing the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Attention f Set it before adjusting [CLOCK PHASE]. Note f Depending on the input signal, if the adjustment of [DOT CLOCK] exceeds the effective adjustment range of the input signal, the position of the image cannot be changed. Please adjust [DOT CLOCK] within an effective adjustment range. [CLOCK PHASE] (Only for RGB signals and YC signals input)
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Displays the height of the panel pixels vertically without changing the aspect ratio when wide-screen signals [V FIT] are input. When signals have the aspect ratio horizontally longer than the aspect ratio of the screen, the images are displayed with the right and the left parts cut off.
Chapter 4 Settings — [LANGUAGE] menu [LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 57) for the operation of the menu screen. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DISPLAY OPTION] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 57) for the operation of the menu screen. [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] Set the on-screen display.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WARNING MESSAGE]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Hides the warning message.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting [COMPUTER1 EDID MODE]/[COMPUTER2 EDID MODE] Press as to select [COMPUTER IN/OUT]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [COMPUTER IN/OUT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [COMPUTER1 EDID MODE] or [COMPUTER2 EDID MODE]. Press the <ENTER>...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [AUTO] Sets the signal level automatically. Select when the HDMI terminal of an external device (such as a blu-ray player) is connected to the <HDMI 1 [64-940] IN> terminal or the <HDMI 2 IN> terminal. Select when the DVI terminal output of an external device (such as a computer) is connected to the <HDMI 1 IN>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DIGITAL LINK IN] Set the signal level when DIGITAL LINK input is selected. Press as to select [DIGITAL LINK IN]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL LINK IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [SIGNAL LEVEL]. Press qw to switch the item.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu 11) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f The setting details are displayed in [RESOLUTION] and [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] below [EDID MODE]. f The resolution and vertical scanning frequency settings may be required on your computer or video device. f After configuring settings, your computer or video device or the projector may be required to be restarted.
The projected aspect ratio is 16:10. The vertical position cannot be adjusted. [16:9] The projected aspect ratio is 16:9. Adjusts the vertical position. r For PT-FX500 [SCREEN FORMAT] Description Range when [SCREEN POSITION] is selected [4:3] The projected aspect ratio is 4:3 The vertical position cannot be adjusted.
[DIGITAL LINK] Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK. [INPUT1] - Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of Panasonic twisted-pair-cable transmitter to the [INPUT10] specified input. *1 When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the projector, its input name is automatically reflected from [INPUT1] to [INPUT10].
Displays the entire projection area in blue. [BLACK] Displays the entire projection area in black. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. Note f To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software” included in the supplied CD-ROM.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to set the time. f The time can be set in 1-minute increments from 1 to 180 minutes. f The factory default value is 10 minutes. Note f [TIMER] is enabled when [MODE] is set to [COUNT DOWN]. Using the presentation timer Press as to select [P-TIMER].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu The projected image is paused temporarily and the sound stopped regardless of the playback of the external equipment. [FREEZE] Press the <MENU> button on the remote control to release this function. Also press the <RETURN> button or the <FREEZE> button on the remote control to release this function.
The “RUNTIME” displayed in the [STATUS] may be different from the actual times when a lamp unit that was attached to a different projector model is installed on this projector (PT-FZ570, PT-FW530, PT-FX500), or when the lamp unit that was attached to this projector is installed on a different projector model.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LAST MEMORY] Starts in the condition that before disconnected the power cord or turn off the breaker. [STANDBY] Starts up in the standby mode. [ON] Starts the projection immediately. [PROJECTION METHOD] Set the projection method in accordance with the installation status of the projector. Change the projection method if the screen display is upside down or inverted.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION], [SIGNAL DETECTION] or [AV MUTE DETECTION]. [AMBIENT LIGHT Adjusts the power of the lamp according to the brightness of the installation location. DETECTION] [SIGNAL DETECTION] Lowers the power of the lamp when there is no signal. [AV MUTE DETECTION] Lowers the power of the lamp when the [AV MUTE] is [ON].
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Setting the control commands of an existing projector When controlling the projector on a computer, set use of control commands on a previously purchased Panasonic projector. This allows the control software for an existing Panasonic projector to be inherited and used.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [VOLUME]. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range Press the w button. Increases the volume. 0 ~ 63 Press the q button. Decreases the volume. Adjusting the left to right audio balance Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f When [IN STANDBY MODE] is set to [ON] and the digital signal is input, the audio output is interrupted during the cooling period after the power is turned off, but this is not a malfunction. Setting the mute Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu All white Color bars (vertical) Color bars (horizontal) 16 gradations (vertical 1) 16 gradations (vertical 2) 16 gradations (horizontal 1) Select a test pattern so that it is easy to make various adjustments. 16 gradations (horizontal 2) White cross on the black background Black cross on the white...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Enable/Disable the schedule function Press as to select [SCHEDULE]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the schedule function. Enables the schedule function. Refer to “How to assign a program” (x page 95) or “How to set a [ON] program”...
[DIGITAL LINK] Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK. Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switch the input of the [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] Panasonic twisted-pair-cable transmitter to the specified input. [NORMAL] Sets the lamp brightness to high luminance. [LAMP POWER] [ECO] Sets the lamp brightness to low luminance.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f The setting of the date and time will be completed. Setting the date and time automatically Press as to select [DATE AND TIME]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DATE AND TIME] screen is displayed. Press as to select [ADJUST CLOCK].
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu On the menu screen, select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 57) for the operation of the menu screen. f When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press awsqawsq in order, and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Hides the security message. [TEXT] Displays the text set in the [SECURITY] menu → [TEXT CHANGE]. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. Note f To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] screen is displayed. Press as to select [CONTROL PANEL] or [REMOTE CONTROLLER]. [CONTROL PANEL] You can set the limitation on the control from the control panel. [REMOTE CONTROLLER] You can set the limitation on the control from the remote control.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu On the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 57) for the operation of the menu screen. Note f The on-screen menu (menu screen) of the projector has not the network setting about the wireless LAN.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [SIGNAL QUALITY] is a numerical value of the amount of error, and the display color changes to green, yellow, or red depending on that value. Check the signal quality level while receiving a signal from the twisted-pair-cable transmitter. f MAX/MIN: Maximum/minimum value of the amount of error.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [PROJECTOR NAME] screen is displayed. Select characters with the asqw buttons and press the <ENTER> button to enter the projector name. f Up to eight characters can be input. f Select [ALL DELETE] to delete all the entered characters, or press the <DEFAULT>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Presenter Light] [LOGIN PASSWORD] Displays the login password for Presenter Light/VueMagic used. *1 The [SSID]/[IP ADDRESS] of [WIRELESS LAN] will be displayed when the wireless module (Model No.: ET-WML100) of the optional accessories is inserted. Note f The settings of network are same for both the <LAN>...
The projector supports “Early Warning Software”, which monitors the status of the display (projector or flat panel display) and the peripheral devices inside an intranet, and notifies of abnormality of such equipment and detects signs of possible abnormality. For details, please visit the Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ pass/).
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Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Network connections Note f Please confirm with your network administrator before you connect to an existing network. f The following settings are set before the projector leaves the factory. [DHCP] [IP ADDRESS] 192.168.10.100 [SUBNET MASK] 255.255.255.0 [DEFAULT GATEWAY] 192.168.10.1...
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LOGIN PASSWORD : 5678 PROJECTOR NAME : Name1234 f IP ADDRESS(WIRED) SSID : Panasonic Projector IP ADDRESS(WIRELESS) : 172.28.120.1 IP ADDRESS(WIRED) : 192.168.1.100 Attention f Please do not move or transport the projector while the wireless module is attached. Doing so may cause the wireless module to be damaged.
Enter the IP address set on the projector into the URL entry field of the web browser. Enter the user name and the password. f The factory default setting of the user name is user1 (user rights)/admin1 (administrator rights) and the password is panasonic (lower case). Click [OK]. f The [Projector status] page is displayed.
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For more details about how to use the software “Presenter Light”, please refer to the operating instructions of “Presenter Light Software” of the supplied CD-ROM. f Download the latest versions of “Presenter Light” software from the following web site. URL http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/software/ ENGLISH - 111...
Chapter 5 Operation of Function — About VueMagic About VueMagic (The wireless module (Model No.: ET-WML100) of the optional accessories is required.) By using still image transfer application software “VueMagic”, you can transfer images to the projector when iPad/ iPhone/iPod touch or Android terminals are connected to this projector through the wireless LAN. Connecting with the VueMagic compatible device Press the <NETWORK>...
Enter the IP address set on the projector into the URL entry field of the web browser. Enter the user name and the password. f The factory default setting of the user name is user1 (user rights)/admin1 (administrator rights) and the password is panasonic (lower case). Click [OK]. f The [Projector status] page is displayed.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function Note f If you use a web browser to control the projector, set [WEB CONTROL] to [ON] in [NETWORK CONTROL] ( x page 103). f Do not perform setting or control simultaneously by starting up multiple web browsers. Do not set or control the projector from multiple computers.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function Descriptions of items Page tab [Change password] Pages are switched by clicking this item. The [Change password] page is displayed by clicking this item. [Status] [Crestron Connected(TM)] The status of the projector is displayed by clicking this item. The control page of Crestron Connected is displayed by clicking this item.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function Self-diagnosis result display Displays the item check results. [OK]: Indicates that operation is normal. [FAILED]: Indicates that there is a problem. [WARNING]: Indicates that there is a warning. r [FAILED] items displayed when a problem occurs Item Description [FAN]...
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function [WIRELESS LAN] [WIRED LAN] Displays the configuration details of wireless LAN when the Displays the configuration details of wired LAN. wireless module is attached. [Access error log] page Click [Status] → [Access error log]. The error log on the web server is displayed such as access to the pages that do not exist or access with unauthorized user names or passwords.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function [INPUT] [AV MUTE] Switches the input signal. Switches on/off the AV mute. [VOLUME] [POWER] Adjusts the volume. Turns on/off the power. [PICTURE MODE] [CLOSED CAPTION] Switches the picture mode. Switches the closed caption setting. [Advanced control] page Click [Projector control] →...
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function Select the item which you want to change the setting, then click [Next]. f The current setting is displayed. Click [Change] button. f The setting change screen is displayed. Wired LAN 1 [PROJECTOR NAME] 6 [DNS1] Enters the name of the projector.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function 1 [WIRELESS LAN] 4 [ENCRYPTION] Selects [Enable] when you want to enable the wireless LAN Selects [WPA2-PSK(AES)] when performing encrypted function. communications. 2 [SSID] 5 [KEY] Sets the SSID for use. Sets the key to be used when performing encrypted communications.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function Click [Detailed set up] → [ECO management set up]. [LAMP POWER] [AV MUTE DETECTION] Selects the [LAMP POWER] setting. Selects to enable ([ON])/disable ([OFF]) of the AV MUTE detection function. [AUTO POWER SAVE] Sets to [ON] when setting [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION], [POWER MANAGEMENT] [SIGNAL DETECTION] and [AV MUTE DETECTION].
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function [E-MAIL ADDRESS 1], [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] [INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE]: Enter the E-mail address to be sent. Leave [E-MAIL ADDRESS Sends an E-mail when the air intake temperature has reached 2] blank when two E-mail addresses are not to be used. the value set at the above field.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-FZ570 Serial No : SH1234567 ----- E-mail setup data ----- TEMPERATURE WARNING SETUP MINIMUM TIME at [ 60] minutes interval INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE Over [ 45 degC / 113 degF ]...
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type : PT-FZ570 Serial No : SH1234567 ----- check system ----- INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE LAMP REMAIN TIME LAMP STATUS APERTURE(CONTRAST-SHUTTER) INTAKE AIR TEMP.SENSOR EXHAUST AIR TEMP.SENSOR...
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function Note f The replacement of the battery inside the projector is required when the time goes out of alignment right after correcting the time. Consult your dealer. [Change password] page Click [Change password]. [Administrator] [Next] Used to change the setting of the [Administrator].
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function [Account] [OK] Displays the account to change. Determines the change of password. [New] [User name]: Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Password]: Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Password(Retype)]: Enter the desired new password again.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function [Tools], [Info], [Help] [Input Select] Tabs for selecting the setting, information, or help page of the Controls input selection. projector. Not available when the power of the projector is turned off. [POWER] Menu screen control buttons Turns off/on the power.
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Chapter 5 Operation of Function — Web control function [Projector Name] [Source] Displays the projector name. Displays the selected input. [Mac Address] [Lamp Mode] Displays the MAC address. Displays the setting status of [LAMP POWER]. [Lamp Hours] [Error Status] Displays the runtime of the lamps (converted value). Displays the error status.
Maintenance Chapter 6 This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the units. ENGLISH - 129...
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Lamp/temperature/filter indicators Lamp/temperature/filter indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicator <LAMP>, the temperature indicator <TEMP>, and the filter indicator <FILTER> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and remedy the indicated problems as follows.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Lamp/temperature/filter indicators Temperature indicator <TEMP> Blinking in red Blinking in red Indicator status Lighting in red (2 times) (3 times) Internal temperature is high (standby Status Internal temperature is high (warning). The cooling fan has stopped. status). f Is the air intake/exhaust port blocked? ―...
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement f Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining the projector or replacing the unit. ( x page 45) f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” ( x page 45).
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement f Pull out the air filter cover from the hook of the projector while slightly pushing upward the tabs of the air filter cover and open it in the direction of the arrow in figure. f When pulling open the air filter cover, be sure to firmly hold the air filter cover with your hand. Opening the air filter cover quickly may result in the cover falling.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Attaching the air filter unit Attach the main filter unit to the projector. f Perform Step 3) in “Removing the air filter unit” in the reverse order. f Push in the main filter unit securely until it clicks into place. Attach the pre-filter to the air filter cover.
The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of used lamp units, contact your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal. Attention f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured by Panasonic. Use only specified lamp units. Note f The model numbers of accessories and optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement On-screen display Lamp indicator REPLACE LAMP The message is displayed for 30 seconds. Pressing Over 5 800 hours any button on the control panel or the remote control The indicator lights in red even during the standby within 30 seconds will clear the message.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Note f When you replace the lamp unit with new one, the projector resets the runtime of the lamp unit automatically. Air filter unit When the dust remains after cleaning, it is time to replace the air filter. The Replacement Filter Unit (Model No.: ET-RFF200) is an optional accessory.
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Page f Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? ― f Is the <MAIN POWER> switch set to <OFF>? f Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? ―...
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Page Audio from HDMI f Set to the linear PCM audio for the connected devices. compatible device does ― not appear. f Are the connections between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector or ―...
Input selection list query 11 12 21 31 32 33 51 NAME? Projector name query xxxxx Returns the name set in [PROJECTOR NAME] of [NETWORK]. Manufacturer name INF1? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query FZ570 INF2? Model name query FW530 Returns model name.
“xxxxxx:yyyyy:zzzzzzzz” xxxxxx Administrator rights user name for the web control (default user name is “admin1”) yyyyy Password of above administrator rights user (default password is “panasonic”) zzzzzzzz 8-byte random number obtained in Step 2) Command transmission method Transmit using the following command formats.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r Error response Termination String Details symbol “ERR1” Undefined control command “ERR2” Out of parameter range “ERR3” Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) Message 0x0d “ERR4” Timeout or no-acceptable period “ERR5” Wrong data length “ERRA” Password mismatch Data length 4 bytes...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r Error response Termination String Details symbol “ERR1” Undefined control command “ERR2” Out of parameter range “ERR3” Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) Message 0x0d “ERR4” Timeout or no-acceptable period “ERR5” Wrong data length “ERRA” Password mismatch Data length 4 bytes...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information <SERIAL IN> terminal The <SERIAL IN> terminal of the projector conforms with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer. Connection When connecting directly Projector connecting terminals Computer D-Sub 9p (female) D-Sub 9p (male) Communication cable (straight) When connecting with DIGITAL LINK compatible devices...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Basic format Transmission from the computer starts with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. ID designate ZZ, 01 to 64 (2 bytes) End (1 byte) Parameter (undefined length)
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Cable specification When connected to a computer NC NC Projector Computer NC NC (<SERIAL IN> terminal) (DTE specifications) NC NC NC NC Control command The following table lists the commands that can be used to control the projector using a computer. r Projector control command Parameter/response Command...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the video signals compatible with the projector. f Symbols that indicate formats are as follows. g V: VIDEO, Y/C g R: RGB g Y: YC g H: HDMI/DIGITAL LINK Scanning frequency Plug and play* Dot clock...
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The number of display dots for PT-FZ570 is 1 920 x 1 200. The number of display dots for PT-FW530 is 1 280 x 800. The number of display dots for PT-FX500 is 1 024 x 768. A signal with a different resolution is converted to the number of display dots.
(100 V - 240 V alternating current), 50 Hz/60 Hz Power supply PT-FZ570 413 W (4.7 A - 1.9 A) Projecting PT-FW530, PT-FX500 400 W (4.5 A - 1.8 A) Power When [STANDBY MODE] of [ECO MANAGEMENT] is set to [ECO]: 0.5 W consumption...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Note f The model numbers of accessories and optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice. r Terminal 1 set high-density D-Sub 15 p (female) RGB signal 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (SYNC ON GREEN: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω) TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative SYNC/HD polarity compatible...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm 218.5 (8-19/32") 256.5 (10-3/32") 249 (9-13/16") 437 (17-3/16") 498 (19-19/32") * Actual dimensions may differ depending on the product. ENGLISH - 153...
Ask a qualified technician to do the installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling. f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any accident, damage, damages to the projector resulting from use of a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic, optional Ceiling Mount Bracket combinations not specified , installation method not described in installation manual, optional accessories not specified or the inappropriate choice of location for installation, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.