Panasonic PT-RQ25K Series Operating Instructions (Functional Manual)

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Operating Instructions

DLP™ Projector

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The projection lens is sold separately.

PT-RZ24K and PT-RZ17K only

Functional Manual

Commercial Use

PT-RQ25K

PT-RQ18K

PT-RZ24K

PT-RZ17K

* PT-RQ25K and PT-RQ18K only

Resolution is 3 840 x 2 400 dots

(QUAD PIXEL DRIVE: ON)

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Page 1 PT-RQ18K PT-RZ24K PT-RZ17K The projection lens is sold separately. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models. z for USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Korea, Taiwan PT-RQ25K, PT-RQ18K, PT-RZ24K, PT-RZ17K z for EU, EFTA, UK, Turkey...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Read this first! Installing the Function Board Before installing or removing the Function Board Chapter 1 Preparation For Intel SDM-S specification Function Board ® Installing the Function Board Precautions for use Removing the Function Board Intended use of the product Connecting Installation and handling of the laser product Before connecting...
Page 3 Contents Chapter 4 Settings [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [COLOR MATCHING] Menu navigation [SCREEN SETTING] Navigating through the menu [BACKUP INPUT SETTING] Main menu [HDMI IN] Sub-menu [DisplayPort IN] [PICTURE] menu [SLOT IN] [PICTURE MODE] [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] [CONTRAST] [MENU MODE] [BRIGHTNESS] [BACK COLOR] [COLOR] [STARTUP LOGO] [TINT]...
Page 4 Contents [SIGNAL LIST] menu Using the data cloning function Registering new signals Copying the data to another projector via LAN Renaming the registered signal Copying the data to another projector using Deleting the registered signal Expanding signal lock-in range Updating the firmware Protecting the registered signal Updating the firmware via LAN Sub memory...
Page 5: Read This First
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.
Page 6 Read this first! WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DON’T OPEN Indicated on the projector The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Page 7 Read this first! Notice on laser (except for Taiwan, India) This projector is the Class 1 laser product that complies with IEC/EN 60825-1:2014. FOR NORTH AMERICA: THIS PRODUCT IS IN CONFORMITY WITH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR LASER PRODUCTS UNDER 21 CFR 1040, EXCEPT WITH RESPECT TO THOSE DANGER-CLASS 4 LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EYE OR CHARACTERISTICS AUTHORIZED BY...
Page 8 This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC for this product from our DoC server: https://www.ptc.panasonic.eu/ Contact in the EU:Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany 8 - ENGLISH...
Page 9 FCC NOTICE (USA) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-RQ25K / PT-RQ18K / PT-RZ24K / PT-RZ17K 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: https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 10 Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOLDED PLUG FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a molded 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.
Page 11 Projection lens compatible with the projector may be added or changed without prior notice. For the latest information, visit the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ Attention f If the light projected from the projector directly enters the eyes while you are inside the hazard zone, the retinas may be damaged.
Page 12 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, or will cause visual impairment.
Page 13 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 Connect Co., Ltd. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
Page 14 Read this first! CAUTION: r POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result.
Page 15 Read this first! CAUTION: r ACCESSORIES 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.
Page 16 Read this first! To remove the battery Remote Control Battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. (ii) 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.
Page 17 For details, refer to “Using the web control function” (x page 239). At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the respective copyright notice...
Page 18 rReference pages f Reference pages in this manual are indicated as (x page 00). rTerm f In this manual, the “Wireless/wired remote control unit” accessory is referred to as “Remote control”. 18 - ENGLISH...
Page 19 Features of the Projector Quick Steps For details, refer to the corresponding pages. 1. Set up the projector. Small, light, and highly flexible (x page 42) installation property ▶ Flexibly supports various systems for the 2. Attach the projection lens customers by adopting the next-generation (optional).
Page 20: Chapter 1 Preparation
Preparation Chapter 1 This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector. 20 - ENGLISH...
Page 21: Precautions For Use
The variance application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA variance application) will be performed by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. The person responsible of the device or usage shall store the original or a copy of the FDA variance approval letter received from Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd.
Page 22 Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use f Places with sharp temperature fluctuations such as near lights (studio lamps): Doing so may shorten the life of the light source, or result in deformation of the projector due to heat, which may cause malfunctions. Follow the operating environment temperature of the projector.
Page 23: Cautions When Setting Up The Projector
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use rProjection in all 360° direction is possible. 360° 360° 360° 360° vertically 360° horizontally 360° tilted (combination of vertical and horizontal) Cautions when setting up the projector f Install the projector in a place or with a mount that can sufficiently tolerate the weight. The position of the projected image may shift if the strength is not sufficient.
Page 24 Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. takes no responsibility for any damage to the product caused by an inappropriate choice of location for installing the projector, even if the warranty period of the product has not expired.
Page 25: Security
Make your password difficult to guess as much as possible. f Change your password periodically. f Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. or its affiliate companies will never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge your password in case you receive such inquiries.
Page 26: Quad Pixel Drive
(PT-RQ25K and PT-RQ18K only) “QUAD PIXEL DRIVE” is a technology unique to Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. that will enhance the resolution of the projected image with the signal processing for the high resolution of up to 3 840 x 2 400 dots and quadrupling the resolution by shifting the image pixels in horizontal and vertical directions.
Page 27: Application Software Supported By The Projector
“Projector Network Setup Software”, visit the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ “Geometric & Setup Management Software” and “Projector Network Setup Software” can be downloaded from the following website (“Panasonic Professional Display and Projector Technical Support Website”). https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download from “Panasonic Professional Display and Projector...
Page 28 Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use rDo not touch the surface of the projection lens with your bare hands. If the surface of the projection lens becomes dirty from fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified and projected onto the screen. Attach the supplied lens cover to the optional projection lens when not using the projector.
Page 29: Accessories
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/wired remote control unit <1> For India (N2QAYB001176) (K2CZ3YY00100) <1> 200 V - 240 V For Taiwan (K2CH3YY00009) <1>...
Page 30: Optional Accessories
For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f To connect the DIGITAL LINK Switcher (Model No.: ET-YFB200G) or the Digital Interface Box (Model No.: ET-YFB100G) to the projector, it is necessary to install the optional DIGITAL LINK Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01DL) in the slot.
Page 31 The model numbers of optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice. f The optional accessories compatible with the projector may be added or changed without prior notice. For the latest information, visit the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ ENGLISH - 31...
Page 32: About Your Projector
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector About your projector Remote control Front Bottom A strap can be attached depending on the usage. Remote control indicator 13 <SHUTTER> button Blinks if any button in the remote control is pressed. Used to temporarily turn off the image. (x page 97) <POWER ON>...
Page 33 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 Do not swing the remote control holding onto the strap when a strap is attached. f Observe the following instructions that are indicated on the caution label at the back of the remote control: g Do not use old battery with new one.
Page 34: Projector Body
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Projector body Front Side 2 34 Rear 12 13 Bottom Projection direction Remote control signal receiver (front) 10 Security slot This security slot is compatible with the Kensington security Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> cables.
Page 35 For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f For the connection using the NFC function, use the application software “Smart Projector Control” which performs the setting and adjustment of the projector.
Page 36 Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector r Connecting terminals <MULTI SYNC IN> terminal/<3D SYNC 1 IN/OUT> terminal <REMOTE 1 IN> terminal/<REMOTE 1 OUT> terminal (dual purpose) These are terminals to connect the remote control for serial This terminal is used to connect multiple projectors when control in a multiple projector environment.
Page 37: Names And Functions Of The Function Board (Optional)
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Names and functions of the Function Board (optional) This projector is equipped with Intel Smart Display Module (Intel SDM) specification slot. ® ® Function Board supporting the Intel SDM Small (Intel SDM-S) or the Intel SDM Large (Intel SDM-L) ®...
Page 38 Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. display device supporting the DIGITAL LINK input g Display device installed with the Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. Function Board supporting the DIGITAL LINK input f When the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SLOT IN] → [DIGITAL LINK OUT] is set to [ENABLE] and the projector is in projection mode, the DIGITAL LINK signal (including the audio signal) input to the <DIGITAL LINK IN/LAN>...
Page 39: Preparing The Remote Control
Chapter 1 Preparation — Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing the batteries (ii) 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.
Page 40: Connecting The Remote Control To The Projector With A Cable
Chapter 1 Preparation — Preparing the remote control Connecting the remote control to the projector with a cable If you control the multiple projectors with a single remote control, use commercially available M3 stereo mini jack cables to connect to the <REMOTE 1 IN>/<REMOTE 1 OUT> terminals of the projectors. The remote control is effective even in places where an obstacle stands in the light path or where devices are susceptible to outside light.
Page 41: Chapter 2 Getting Started
Getting Started Chapter 2 This chapter describes things you need to do before using the projector such as the setup and connections. ENGLISH - 41...
Page 42: Setting Up
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Setting up Usable outlet This projector supports AC 200 V to AC 240 V, and AC 100 V to AC 120 V as the power supply. A grounded outlet supporting 15 A is required with either voltage. The shape of the usable outlet differs depending on the power supply.
Page 43: Parts For Installation (Optional)
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward Mounting on the ceiling and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item Setting value Menu item Setting value [FRONT/REAR] [FRONT] [FRONT/REAR] [REAR] [FLOOR/CEILING] [AUTO] or [CEILING] [FLOOR/CEILING] [AUTO] or [CEILING] Portrait setting and projecting forward...
Page 44: Projected Image And Throw Distance
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Attention f To ensure projector performance and security, installation of the Ceiling Mount Bracket must be carried out by your dealer or a qualified technician. Projected image and throw distance Install the projector referring to the projected image size, projection distance, etc. When the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-D3LEW200), the Fixed-focus Lens (Model No.: ET-D3LEU100, ET-D75LE95), or the Fisheye Lens (Model No.: ET-D3LEF70) is used, the projection relation between the screen and the projector differs from that of other lenses.
Page 45 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Projection lens Model No. Lens protrusion dimension (L1) (approximate value) ET-D3LEW60/ET-D75LE6 0.213 ET-D3LET80/ET-D75LE8 0.263 Note f For the adjustment range of the projected image position with the lens shift, refer to “Lens shift range” (x page 92). ET-D3LEU100, ET-D3LEW200 Projected image Screen...
Page 46 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up ET-D75LE95 Projected image Screen Screen Note f This illustration is prepared on the assumption that the projected image size and position have been aligned to fit full in the screen. f This illustration is not in accurate scale. Projected image height Projected image width Projected image size...
Page 47 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up ET-D3LEF70 Lens optical axis θ Screen Note f This illustration is prepared on the assumption that the projected image size and position have been aligned to fit full in the screen. f This illustration is not in accurate scale. f The lens optical axis is the symmetrical axis passing through the center of the optical image system.
Page 48 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r Maximum projection angle of view for optical lens center position θ Screen θ Projector θ (Unit: °) Maximum projection angle of view for projected θ 54.7 image horizontal axis Maximum projection angle of view for projected θ...
Page 49 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up [GEOMETRY] projection range [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from the side) [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from above) Screen Screen Vertical arc correction (viewed from the side) Horizontal arc correction (viewed from above) Projection distance Projection distance Arc radius Arc radius Screen Screen...
Page 50 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Only [CURVED Only [KEYSTONE] used [KEYSTONE] and [CURVED CORRECTION] used together CORRECTION] used Projection Vertical Horizontal Vertical Horizontal lens Model keystone keystone keystone keystone Min. value of Min. value of Min. value of Min. value of correction correction correction...
Page 51 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Projection distance of each projection lens A ±5 % error in listed projection distances may occur. When [GEOMETRY] is used, distance is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size. r When the image aspect ratio is 16:10 (Unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens...
Page 52 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Lens type Fixed-focus Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE95 Throw ratio 0.436:1 Distance from the Projection Projected image size projector to the screen distance Height Diagonal (SD) Width (SW) (L4) (A1) (L1) (SH) 1.78 (70") 0.942 1.508 ―...
Page 53 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Lens type Zoom Lens Fixed-focus Lens ET-D3LET80/ ET-D3LEW50/ Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE30 ET-D3LET40 ET-D75LE40 ET-D3LEU100 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE50 Throw ratio 2.89-5.61:1 5.54-8.90:1 5.55-8.87:1 8.83-16.6:1 0.447:1 0.838:1 Projected image size Projection distance (L) Height Min. Max.
Page 54 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the image aspect ratio is 4:3 (Unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens ET-D3LEW60/ ET-D3LES20/ Projection lens Model No. ET-D3LEW200 ET-D3LEW10 ET-D75LE10 ET-D3LET30 ET-D75LE6 ET-D75LE20 Throw ratio 0.938-1.23:1 1.34-1.59:1 1.83-2.49:1 1.88-2.41:1 2.41-3.49:1 3.46-6.74:1 Projected image size Projection distance (L) Height...
Page 55 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Lens type Fixed-focus Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE95 Throw ratio 0.522:1 Distance from the Projection Projected image size projector to the screen distance Height Diagonal (SD) Width (SW) (L4) (A1) (L1) (SH) 1.78 (70") 1.067 1.422 ―...
Page 56 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Formula for calculating the projection distance per projection lens To use a projected image size not listed in this manual, check the projected image size SD (m) and use the respective formula to calculate projection distance. The unit of all the formulae is m.
Page 57: Adjusting Adjustable Feet
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Adjusting adjustable feet Install the projector on a flat surface so that the front of the projector is parallel to the screen surface and the projection screen is rectangular. If the screen is tilted downward, extend the front adjustable feet so that the projected image becomes rectangular. The adjustable feet can also be used to adjust the projector to be level when it is tilted in the horizontal direction.
Page 58: Attaching/Removing The Projection Lens
Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from the use of projection lenses which are not manufactured by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. Be sure to use the specified projection lenses.
Page 59: Attaching The Projection Lens
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Attaching/removing the projection lens Attaching the projection lens Attach the projection lens using the following procedure. Start from Step 3) when the lens hole cover is already removed. Screw Lens hole cover Lens release button Fig. 1 Fig.
Page 60: Removing The Projection Lens
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Attaching/removing the projection lens Removing the projection lens Remove the projection lens using the following procedure. Lens release button Fig. 1 Screw Lens hole cover Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Remove the lens fixing screw. f Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the first screw to the right of the mark on the projection lens (orange). Remove the projection lens by turning it counterclockwise while pressing the lens release button.
Page 61: Installing The Function Board
Confirmation of operation for the devices of other manufacturers has been performed with the items set independently by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., and not all the operations are warranted. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 62: For Intel ® Sdm-S Specification Function Board
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Installing the Function Board For Intel SDM-S specification Function Board ® Attach the supplied SLOT adapter in advance when installing a narrow width Intel SDM Small (Intel SDM-S) ® ® specification Function Board. SLOT adapter Guide Function Board Screw Fig.
Page 63: Installing The Function Board
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Installing the Function Board Installing the Function Board Screws (two locations) Guide rail Screws (two locations) Slot cover Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Remove the slot cover. (Fig. 1) f Remove the two screws fixing the slot cover by rotating counterclockwise with a Phillips screwdriver. The removed screws are used to fix the Function Board.
Page 64: Connecting
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 Connect cables taking care of the following descriptions. 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.
Page 65: Connecting Example: Av Equipment
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example: AV equipment For <HDMI IN 1>/<HDMI IN 2> terminals Blu-ray disc player Note f When HDMI signal is input, switching of the setting in the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [HDMI IN] → [HDMI1]/[HDMI2] → [EDID SELECT] may be required depending on the connected external device or the input signal.
Page 66: Connecting Example: Computers
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting f Setting the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SLOT IN] is required depending on the connected external device or the input signal. f The <SDI OUT> terminal is an active through terminal to output the SDI signal (HD-SDI/3G-SDI/12G-SDI) input to the <SDI 1 IN> terminal. f The <SDI 2 IN>/<SDI 3 IN>/<SDI 4 IN>...
Page 67: Connecting Example Using Digital Link
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK This is an example when the optional DIGITAL LINK Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01DL) is installed in <SLOT>. The <DIGITAL LINK IN/LAN> terminal/<DIGITAL LINK OUT> terminal are terminals equipped on the optional DIGITAL LINK Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01DL).
Page 68 If these distances are exceeded, image may be disrupted or a malfunction may occur in LAN communication. Please note that Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. does not support the use of the projector outside the maximum transmission distance.
Page 69: Connecting Example When Using The Contrast Synchronization Function/Shutter Synchronization Function
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example when using the contrast synchronization function/shutter synchronization function In a case to construct a multi-display by linking projected images from multiple projectors, following functions can be used by synchronizing multiple projectors using the <MULTI SYNC IN> terminal and the <MULTI SYNC OUT> terminal.
Page 70 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example Connect all the projectors to be linked in a loop by daisy chain connection when using the contrast synchronization function/shutter synchronization function. The number of linked projectors is limited to the maximum of 64 projectors. Connecting terminals of the synchronization source Connecting terminals of the projector to synchronize...
Page 71: Chapter 3 Basic Operations
Basic Operations Chapter 3 This chapter describes basic operations to start with. ENGLISH - 71...
Page 72: Switching On/Off The Projector
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 <AC IN> terminal of the projector to prevent it from being removed easily. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER>...
Page 73: Power Indicator
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector How to remove the power cord Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Confirm that the <MAIN POWER> switch on the side of the projector is on the <OFF> side, and remove the power plug from the outlet. Raise the power cord holder fixing the power cord upward.
Page 74: Switching On The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector g When the projector is in standby mode: Orange However, if the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], the indicator will stay lit in red and will not blink if the projector is in standby mode.
Page 75: When The Initial Setting Screen Is Displayed
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, or when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → [FACTORY RESET] is executed, the focus adjustment screen is displayed after the projection starts, followed by the [INITIAL SETTING] screen and the [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen.
Page 76 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (operation setting) Set the items for the operating method depending on the projector’s application and duration of usage. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 77 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Relationship between brightness and runtime The projector can be operated with arbitrary brightness and runtime by setting [LIGHT OUTPUT] to desired setting. The relationship between the [LIGHT OUTPUT] setting, brightness, and the estimated runtime is as follows. Make the initial setting (operation setting) depending on the desired brightness of the projected image and runtime.
Page 78 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (installation setting) Set [FRONT/REAR] and [FLOOR/CEILING] in [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the installation mode. Refer to “Installation mode” (x page 42) for details. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD].
Page 79 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (screen setting) Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and display position of the image. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SCREEN SETTING].
Page 80 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (time zone) Set [TIME ZONE] in accordance with the country or region where you use the projector. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [DATE AND TIME].
Page 81: When The Administrator Account Setting Screen Is Displayed
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector When the administrator account setting screen is displayed When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, or when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → [FACTORY RESET] is executed, the focus adjustment screen, the [INITIAL SETTING] screen, and then the [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed in order after the projection starts.
Page 82: Making Adjustments And Selections
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector 10) Press as to select [STORE], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 11) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f For limitation of the character string that can be set as a password, refer to “[PASSWORD POLICY]” (x page 81). f Pressing the <MENU>...
Page 83: Switching Off The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Adjust the front, back and sideway tilt of the projector with the adjustable feet. (x page 57) Press the <SHIFT> button to adjust the position of the projected image. Press the <ZOOM> button to match the projected image size to the screen. Press the <FOCUS>...
Page 84: Projecting
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Projecting Check the projection lens attachment (x page 59), external device connection (x page 64), and power cord connection (x page 72), and then switch on the power (x page 74) to start projecting. Select the video for projection, and adjust appearance of the projected image.
Page 85 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Switching the input directly with the control panel The input of the image to project can be switched by directly specifying it with the input selection button on the control panel. Press the input selection button (<HDMI 1/2>, <DISPLAYPORT>, <SLOT>). Switches the input to HDMI.
Page 86: Adjusting The Focus, Zoom, And Lens Shift
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting g [SLOT]: Function Board by other manufacturers f PressIT is a nickname of “Wireless Presentation System”. Adjusting the focus, zoom, and lens shift Adjust the focus, zoom, and lens shift if the image projected to the screen or its position is shifted even if the projector and the screen are set up in the correct positions.
Page 87: Adjusting The Focus Balance
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Adjusting the focus balance By changing the projected image size, the focus balance in the center and periphery of the image may be lost. f When the following projection lens is used, the focus balance in the center and periphery of the projected image can be adjusted on the projection lens side.
Page 88 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Adjust the focus at the center of projected image. f For the steps to adjust the focus, refer to “Adjusting the focus, zoom, and lens shift” (x page 86). Note f When the projector is used for the first time or when the projection lens is replaced, confirm that the setting in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 89: Confirming The Lens Type
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Check the focus at the center of the image again and make fine adjustments. Tighten the lock screw. f Periphery focus adjustment ring is fixed. Note f When the projector is used for the first time or when the projection lens is replaced, confirm that the setting in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 90 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Press as to select [LENS CALIBRATION]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS CALIBRATION] screen is displayed. Press as to select an item. Executes the calibrations for the lens shift, focus, and zoom. [SHIFT/FOCUS/ZOOM] After completing the calibration in the adjustment range, the projection lens will move to the home position.
Page 91: Moving The Projection Lens To The Home Position
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting f [LENS CALIBRATION] cannot be executed when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [LENS] → [LENS TYPE] is set to [NOT SELECTED]. f For details of operation, refer to the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [LENS] → [LENS CALIBRATION] (x page 177). f The origin position of the lens mounter and the home position of the projection lens are automatically updated when the lens shift calibration is performed.
Page 92: Lens Shift Range
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Lens shift range The projector can adjust the position of the projected image within the lens shift range for each projection lens based on the optical center position of the image (standard projection position). Optical center position of the image is an image position based on the optical axis center of the projector body.
Page 93 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE95 ET-D3LEF70 Projected image width H 0.14 H 0.14 H Projected image width H 0.14 H 0.14 H Lens shift range Optical axis center Optical axis center Standard projection position Standard projection position Note f Use the projection lens in the standard projection position without adjusting the lens shift when the optional Fixed-focus Lens (Model No.: ET-D3LEW50, ET-D75LE50) is attached.
Page 94: Adjusting The Lens Mounter When The Focus Is Unbalanced
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Adjusting the lens mounter when the focus is unbalanced Focus balance Relationship between the tilt of the lens and the screen focus surface When the projection lens is tilted in contrast with the image forming surface, tilting the front side (screen side) of the projection lens downwards (in the direction of the dotted arrow line), the upper side of the screen focus surface will tilt inwards and the lower side will tilt outwards as shown in the example.
Page 95 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Adjustment procedure r Relationship between the adjustment location and adjustment screws Adjustment location: Location where the just focus point of the screen is in the (b)+(c) inner side of the screen When the just focus point of When the just focus point of the When the just focus point of When the just focus point of the...
Page 96: Using The Usb Memory
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Using the USB memory Using the USB memory This projector supports the attachment of the USB memory. Attach the USB memory to the <USB> terminal when registering a user test pattern or when using the data cloning function or the firmware update function, etc. Note f For registering the test pattern, refer to “Registering the test pattern”...
Page 97: Operating With The Remote Control
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Operating with the remote control Using the shutter 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 temporarily. button Press the <SHUTTER>...
Page 98: Switching The Image Aspect Ratio
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Note f The hide condition of the on-screen display can also be canceled by pressing the <MENU> button on the control panel for at least three seconds while the on-screen display is off (hidden). Switching the display position of the menu screen By directly calling up the [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen without operating from the main menu screen, the display position of the menu screen (OSD) can be easily changed.
Page 99: Using The Status Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Press the <TEST PATTERN> button again. f The test pattern and the [TEST PATTERN] screen (list format) are displayed. f The [TEST PATTERN] screen (list format) can also be displayed by pressing the <ENTER> button while [TEST PATTERN] is selected in the main menu screen.
Page 100 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Within five seconds, press and set the one-digit or two-digit ID number set on the projector body using the number (<0> - <9>) buttons. f If you press the <ID ALL> button, you can control the projectors regardless of the ID number setting of the projector body.
Page 101: Chapter 4 Settings
Settings Chapter 4 This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu. ENGLISH - 101...
Page 102: Menu Navigation
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 control panel. f The [MAIN MENU] screen is displayed.
Page 103: Main Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Press as to select a sub-menu, and press qw or the <ENTER> button to change or adjust settings. f Some items will switch in order as follows each time you press qw. f For some items, press qw to display an individual adjustment screen with a bar scale as shown below. CONTRAST ADJUST Note...
Page 104: Sub-Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Main menu item [SIMPLE] mode Page [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] [3D SETTINGS] ― [DISPLAY OPTION] [PROJECTOR SETUP] [TEST PATTERN] [SIGNAL LIST] [SECURITY] ― [NETWORK] *1 PT-RZ24K and PT-RZ17K only Sub-menu The sub-menu of the selected main menu item is displayed, and you can set and adjust items in the sub-menu. The menu item with l in the [SIMPLE] mode column indicates that this is displayed in the menu screen (OSD) when the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu →...
Page 105 Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation [ADVANCED MENU] Sub-menu item Factory default [SIMPLE] mode Page [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] [AUTO] ― [GRADATION SMOOTHER] ― [BLANKING] ― ― [EDGE BLENDING] [OFF] ― [FRAME RESPONSE] [NORMAL] ― [FRAME DELAY] [+0.00ms] ― [FRAME LOCK] [ON] ―...
Page 106 Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation [PROJECTOR SETUP] Sub-menu item Factory default [SIMPLE] mode Page [PROJECTOR ID] [ALL] [PROJECTION METHOD] ― [LENS] ― [SLOT SETTING] ― ― [OPERATION SETTING] ― [LIGHT OUTPUT] [100.0%] [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL] ― ― [STANDBY MODE] [NORMAL] ― [POWER MANAGEMENT] ―...
Page 107 NFC function enabled from the time of factory shipment, and there are some countries or regions where the NFC Upgrade Kit cannot be applied. For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ ENGLISH - 107...
Page 108: [Picture] Menu
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 102) 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.
Page 109: [Brightness]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Attention f Adjust the [PICTURE] menu → [BRIGHTNESS] first when you need to adjust the black level. [BRIGHTNESS] You can adjust the dark (black) part of the projected image. Press as to select [BRIGHTNESS]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [BRIGHTNESS] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
Page 110 Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [USER1] Adjusts white balance as desired. Refer to “Adjusting desired white balance” (x page 110) for details. [USER2] [3200K] - [13000K] Allows you to set in increments of 100 K. Select so that images become natural. Note f [DEFAULT] cannot be selected when the [PICTURE] menu →...
Page 111: [Gamma]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [USER1] or [USER2] data is overwritten. f If you press qw to select [CANCEL] and then press the <ENTER> button, the data will not be overwritten. f The [WHITE BALANCE HIGH] screen is displayed.
Page 112 Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [1.0] [1.8] Set so that images become as you like. [2.0] - [2.8] can be set in increments of 0.1. [2.0] - [2.8] *1 When [PICTURE MODE] is set to [DYNAMIC], [USER], or [DICOM SIM.], [DEFAULT] cannot be selected. Note f DICOM is an abbreviation of “Digital Imaging and COmmunication in Medicine”...
Page 113: [System Daylight View]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. Press as to select [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item.
Page 114 Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [OFF] Disables the dynamic contrast function. Adjusts the light source and compensates signals to a small extent. Adjusts the light source and compensates signals to a moderate extent. Adjusts the light source and compensates signals to a large extent. Set any desired correction.
Page 115 Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Setting item Details Select this item when misadjusted black level (grayish black) is bothersome in the dark scenes. Performs conventional correction to adjust the black level by decreasing the general brightness. [CONTRAST MODE] Select this item when topical radiance is required even in dark (Correction mode setting) scenes.
Page 116: [Color Space]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu f [LIGHTS OUT SIGNAL LEVEL], [LIGHTS OUT FADE-IN], and [LIGHTS OUT FADE-OUT] cannot be set when [LIGHTS OUT TIMER] is set to [DISABLE]. f When [LIGHTS OUT TIMER] is set to anything other than [DISABLE], the following are the conditions to turn the light source back on again from the state that the light source has turned off by this function.
Page 117: Srgb-Compliant Image
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press the <ENTER> button. Note f For details of the types of image signals that can be used with the projector, refer to “List of compatible signals” (x page 327). f This may not function properly depending on the connected external device. f The selection item for the DIGITAL LINK input can be selected when the optional DIGITAL LINK Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01DL) is installed in the slot.
Page 118: [Position] Menu
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 102) for the operation of the menu screen. Note f When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the <DIGITAL LINK IN/ LAN>...
Page 119: [Zoom]
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Displays images with the aspect ratio converted to 16:9 when standard signals are input . When [16:9] wide-screen signals are input , the images are displayed without changing the aspect ratio. Displays images without changing the aspect ratio when standard signals are input .
Page 120: [Geometry]
. Up to three correction data can be saved. [PC-3] *1 “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download. Note f The menu, logo, or waveform monitor display may run off the screen when [GEOMETRY] is set.
Page 121 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [KEYSTONE] [LENS THROW RATIO] Set the throw ratio. Select the value close to the actual projection distance divided by projected image width here. [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] [VERTICAL BALANCE] [HORIZONTAL BALANCE] Adjust the setting according to the lens shift range in the vertical Adjust the setting according to the lens shift range in the horizontal direction.
Page 122 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [GEOMETRY:CORNER/PINCUSHION] screen is displayed. Press as to select the item to adjust, and press the <ENTER> button. f When [LINEARITY] is selected, press qw to select either adjustment method ([AUTO] or [MANUAL]). Select [AUTO] normally.
Page 123 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press qw to select an item other than [OFF]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The screen for the selected item is displayed. Press as to select [FREE GRID]. Press qw to select an item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the adjustment to be performed with [FREE GRID].
Page 124 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [WHITE] [BLACK] [RED] [GREEN] Displays the pattern of the selected color. (Factory default setting: [RED]) [BLUE] [CYAN] [MAGENTA] [YELLOW] [OFF] Does not display the pattern. 15) Press as to select [CONTROL POINTS COLOR]. 16) Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
Page 125: [Convergence]
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The screen for the selected item is displayed. Press as to select [FREE GRID]. Press qw to select [ON]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FREE GRID] screen is displayed. Press as to select [INITIALIZE].
Page 126: [Advanced Menu] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu [ADVANCED MENU] menu On the menu screen, select [ADVANCED MENU] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 102) for the operation of the menu screen. [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] The picture quality is enhanced by raising the vertical resolution higher performing the cinema processing when interlaced video signal is input.
Page 127: [Edge Blending]
When [QUAD PIXEL DRIVE] is set to [OFF] g When using PT-RQ25K/PT-RQ18K and the image of 720/120p or 1080/120p is displayed “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download. [EDGE BLENDING] The overlapping area is made seamless by creating inclination in the brightness in the overlapped area when structuring a multi-display screen by combining the projected images from multiple projectors.
Page 128 Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [SOFTEDGE/BLACK LEVEL] Standard setting. Adjusts both the inclination of the brightness and the black level. Select this item when adjusting only the black level. This is useful when adjusting the inclination of the [BLACK LEVEL ONLY] brightness with an externally connected media server, etc.
Page 129 Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu 17) Press the <ENTER> button. f The adjustment area in the projected image becomes temporarily bright and the [NON-OVERLAPPED BLACK LEVEL] screen is displayed. f [RED], [GREEN], and [BLUE] can be adjusted individually if [INTERLOCKED] is set to [OFF]. 18) Press as to select an item, and press qw to adjust the setting.
Page 130 Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu f Pressing the <MENU> button twice allows to reselect the items for [BLACK BORDER AREA]. 30) Press as to select [BLACK BORDER LEVEL]. 31) Press the <ENTER> button. f The adjustment area in the projected image becomes temporarily bright and the [BLACK BORDER LEVEL] screen is displayed.
Page 131: [Frame Response]
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [EDGE BLENDING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [BLACK LEVEL ADJUST]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [BLACK LEVEL ADJUST] screen is displayed. Press as to select [UPPER FREE SHAPE], [LOWER FREE SHAPE], [LEFT FREE SHAPE], or [RIGHT FREE SHAPE] to initialize.
Page 132: [Frame Lock]
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu f When the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] → [MODE] is set to [SUB], value of [FRAME DELAY] on the projector set as [MAIN] limits the setting range of [FRAME DELAY] on this projector. If value that exceeds the limit, the value will be displayed in yellow and will not be reflected on the projector.
Page 133: [Display Language] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 102) for the operation of the menu screen. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display.
Page 134: [3D Settings] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [3D SETTINGS] menu [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-RZ24K and PT-RZ17K only) On the menu screen, select [3D SETTINGS] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 102) for the operation of the menu screen. [3D SYSTEM SETTING] Set the image display method to be used during 3D signal input, according to the 3D system in use.
Page 135: [3D Simul Input Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [3D SETTINGS] menu Select [9] or [10] for the first projector. Select [6], [7], or [8] for the second and subsequent projectors. f Stereo synchronization is a signal having a 50 % duty cycle where High is for the left eye and Low is for the right eye.
Page 136: [Left/Right Swap]
Chapter 4 Settings — [3D SETTINGS] menu [SIDE BY SIDE] Forcibly displays 3D images in side by side format regardless of input image signals. [TOP AND BOTTOM] Forcibly displays 3D images in top and bottom format regardless of input image signals. [FRAME SEQUENTIAL] Forcibly displays 3D images in frame sequential format regardless of input image signals.
Page 137: [3D Test Mode]
Chapter 4 Settings — [3D SETTINGS] menu [3D TEST MODE] Set the image display mode for use with 3D system adjustments. Press as to select [3D TEST MODE]. Press qw to switch the item. [NORMAL] Standard setting. [LEFT/LEFT] Displays the image of the left eye input signal for both the left and right eye images. [RIGHT/RIGHT] Displays the image of the right eye input signal for both the left and right eye images.
Page 138: [3D Safety Precautions]
Chapter 4 Settings — [3D SETTINGS] menu [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS] Show the safety precautions message related to 3D viewing. Press as to select [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS] screen is displayed. f Press qw to switch the page. 3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS If you view 3D images, please note below.
Page 139: [Display Option] Menu
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 102) for the operation of the menu screen. [COLOR MATCHING] Correct the color difference between projectors when using multiple projectors simultaneously.
Page 140 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [MEASURED MODE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [MEASURED DATA]. f The adjustment condition can be reset by selecting [RESET]. For details regarding [RESET], refer to “Resetting the adjustment condition of the color matching” (x page 140). Press the <ENTER>...
Page 141: [Screen Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [SCREEN SETTING] Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and the display position of the image. Correct to the optimum image position for the set screen when the aspect ratio of a projected image is changed. Set as necessary for the screen in use.
Page 142: [Backup Input Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [BACKUP INPUT SETTING] Set the backup function that switches the signal to the backup input signal as seamless as possible when input signal is disrupted. Press as to select [BACKUP INPUT SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [BACKUP INPUT SETTING] screen is displayed.
Page 143: [Hdmi In]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [HDMI IN] Set this item in accordance with the image signal input to the <HDMI IN 1> terminal or the <HDMI IN 2> terminal. Setting [SIGNAL LEVEL] in [HDMI IN] Press as to select [HDMI IN]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 144 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when the gamma mode is to be automatically set to the one compatible with HDR (High Dynamic Range) based on the InfoFrame information added to the image signal.
Page 145 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [2K] Switches to EDID corresponding to the 2K image signal (maximum 1 920 x 1 200 dots) or lower. Note f Switch the setting to [4K/30p] when proper image is not projected while [EDID SELECT] is set to [4K/60p/HDR] or [4K/60p/SDR] and the 4K image signal is input.
Page 146: [Displayport In]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu f A signal may not be output with the resolution and vertical scanning frequency that have been set, depending on your computer or video device. [DisplayPort IN] Set this item in accordance with the image signal input to the <DisplayPort IN> terminal. Setting [SIGNAL LEVEL] in [DisplayPort IN] Press as to select [DisplayPort IN].
Page 147 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when the color space is to be automatically set to the one compatible with HDR (High [ENABLE] Dynamic Range) based on the InfoFrame information added to the image signal.
Page 148: [Slot In]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [RESOLUTION] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select [RESOLUTION]. f Select [1024x768p], [1280x720p], [1280x800p], [1400x1050p], [1600x900p], [1600x1200p], [1920x1080p], [1920x1200p], [2048x1080p], [2560x1440p], [2560x1600p], or [3840x2400p]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] screen is displayed.
Page 149 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SLOT IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [AUTO GAMMA SELECT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when the gamma mode is to be automatically set to the one compatible with [ENABLE] HDR (High Dynamic Range) based on the payload ID added to the image signal.
Page 150 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SLOT IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [4K DIVISION]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [AUTO] Automatically selects [SQUARE] or [INTERLEAVE].
Page 151 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Select this item when the signal output from the DVI-D terminal or HDMI terminal of the external [0-1023] device (such as a computer) is input to the <DIGITAL LINK IN/LAN> terminal via a twisted-pair-cable transmitter.
Page 152 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Switches to EDID corresponding to the 4K image signal (maximum 4 096 x 2 160 dots, maximum [4K/30p/HDR] vertical scanning frequency 30 Hz).
Page 153 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu 10) Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 11) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f The settings in [RESOLUTION] and [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] are displayed in [EDID STATUS]. f The resolution and vertical scanning frequency settings may also be required on your computer or video device.
Page 154 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [AUTO] Automatically sets the signal level. [64-940] Fixes to [64-940]. [0-1023] Fixes to [0-1023]. Note f The optimal setting varies depending on the installed Function Board and the output setting of the connected external device. Refer to the Operating Instructions of the Function Board and the external devices.
Page 155 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Select this item when the color space is to be automatically set to the one compatible with HDR (High [ENABLE] Dynamic Range) based on the InfoFrame information added to the image signal. In such case, the [PICTURE] menu →...
Page 156: [On-Screen Display]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [RESOLUTION] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select [RESOLUTION]. f Select [1024x768p], [1280x720p], [1280x800p], [1280x1024p], [1366x768p], [1400x1050p], [1440x900p], [1600x900p], [1600x1200p], [1680x1050p], [1920x1080p], [1920x1080i], [1920x1200p], [2048x1080p], [2560x1440p], [2560x1600p], or [3840x2400p]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 157 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen is displayed. Press as to select [OSD ROTATION]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Does not rotate the screen.
Page 158: [Menu Mode]
Displays blue in the entire screen. [BLACK] Displays black in the entire screen. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo in the screen. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user in the screen. Note f The [BACK COLOR] setting item is common with the following menu item.
Page 159: [Startup Logo]
Press as to select [STARTUP LOGO]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. [NONE] Disables the startup logo display.
Page 160: [Shutter Setting]
The correction value in the projector can be changed using the “Geometric & Setup Management Software”. “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download.
Page 161 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SHUTTER SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [FADE-IN] or [FADE-OUT]. Press qw to switch the item. Item Adjustment [OFF] Does not set fade-in or fade-out. [FADE-IN] Sets the fade-in or fade-out time.
Page 162 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting the shutter synchronization function The shutter synchronization function is a function to synchronize the shutter operation of the specified projector to other projectors, and the effect using the shutter function including the fade in/fade out operation can be synchronized.
Page 163: [Freeze]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu f When the input signal to each linked projector is not synchronized, the timing of the shutter operation between the projectors may shift up to 1 frame while using the shutter synchronization function. f The shutter function of the projector with [MODE] set to [SUB] can be operated individually. The shutter operation at this time will follow the setting of the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu →...
Page 164: [Cut Off]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Adjust black level. f Adjust the black level 0 % of the image signal to the 0 % position of the waveform monitor using the [PICTURE] menu → [BRIGHTNESS]. Adjust white level. f Adjust the white level 100 % of the image signal to the 100 % position of the waveform monitor using the [PICTURE] menu →...
Page 165: [Projector Setup] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu On the menu screen, select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 102) for the operation of the menu screen. [PROJECTOR ID] The projector has an ID number setting function that can be used when multiple projectors are used side by side to enable simultaneous control or individual control via a single remote control.
Page 166: [Lens]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Select this item when installing the projector with the top surface of the projector facing down such as [CEILING] ceiling attachment. Projected image is inverted upside down. Note f Refer to “Angle sensor” (x page 43) for details on the range of the installation attitude that can be detected by the built-in angle sensor. [LENS] Perform the setting and operation regarding the projection lens.
Page 167 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LENS INFORMATION SETTING] Confirming the projection lens information Press as to select [LENS]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LENS INFORMATION SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS INFORMATION SETTING] screen is displayed.
Page 168 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [LENS INFORMATION SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS INFORMATION SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LENS NAME]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS NAME INPUT] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select the character, and press the <ENTER>...
Page 169 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f If you press asqw to select [DEFAULT] and press the <ENTER> button, the entered name will not be registered and the default name will be used. f If you select [OK] without entering any characters and press the <ENTER> button, the default name will be used.
Page 170 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [LENS MEMORY DELETE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS MEMORY DELETE] screen is displayed. f The name of the saved lens memory and its lens position information ([VERTICAL POSITION]/ [HORIZONTAL POSITION]/[FOCUS POSITION]/[ZOOM POSITION]) are displayed in the [LENS MEMORY DELETE] screen.
Page 171 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LENS HOME POSITION] Operate in following procedure to move the projection lens to the home position. Press as to select [LENS]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LENS HOME POSITION]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 172 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f Parameter for [FOCUS OFFSET BRIGHT] and [FOCUS OFFSET DARK] will be the factory default value set for each type of projection lens in following cases. g When the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [LENS] → [ACTIVE FOCUS OPTIMIZER] → [FOCUS OFFSET SETUP] → [SETUP ASSISTANT] is not executed g When the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 173 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 14) Press asqw to select [NEXT], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [SETUP ASSISTANT] screen (page 3/8) is displayed. 15) Press asqw to select [TEST PATTERN]. 16) Press qw to select [INTERNAL]. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [INTERNAL] Uses the internal focus test pattern of signal level approximately 100 % for focus adjustment.
Page 174 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f When [FOCUS OFFSET BRIGHT] and [FOCUS OFFSET DARK] are set following the guidance of [SETUP ASSISTANT] with AC 100 V to AC 120 V, use the projector with AC 100 V to AC 120 V. When the power supply is changed to AC 200 V to AC 240 V, reset the settings using [SETUP ASSISTANT].
Page 175 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [INTERNAL] Select this item when using the internal test pattern for focus adjustment. Uses the input image from the external device for focus adjustment. If the level of [Brightness of the [EXTERNAL] image] falls below the specified value, [NEXT] cannot be selected. When the bright image with a brightness level indicated in the menu screen (OSD) or greater is input, [NEXT] can be selected.
Page 176 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Directly setting the parameter When using the projection lens where the optimal parameter at the time when combined with the projector is already known, [FOCUS OFFSET BRIGHT] and [FOCUS OFFSET DARK] parameters can be individually set without executing [SETUP ASSISTANT].
Page 177 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ACTIVE FOCUS OPTIMIZER] screen is displayed. Press as to select [FOCUS OFFSET SETUP]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FOCUS OFFSET SETUP] screen is displayed. Press as to select [INITIALIZE], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed.
Page 178: [Slot Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Zoom Lens with DC motor, the Fixed-focus Lens This section describes the operating procedure when the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-D75LE6, ET-D75LE8, ET-D75LE10, ET-D75LE20, ET-D75LE30, ET-D75LE40, etc.) in which the DC motor has not been replaced with the stepping motor unit is attached, or when the Fixed-focus Lens (Model No.: ET-D3LEW50, ET-D75LE50, ET-D75LE95, ET-D3LEF70, etc.) without the zoom function is attached.
Page 179: [Operation Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The power supply to the Function Board is started. Note f [SLOT POWER ON] cannot be operated when the following Function Board is installed. g 12G-SDI Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01QS) g DIGITAL LINK Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01DL) g Wireless Presentation System Receiver Board (Model No.: TY-SB01WP) [SLOT FORCED TERMINATION]...
Page 180 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f If the consolidated runtime of the projector exceeds 20 000 hours, replacement of the components inside the projector may be required. The consolidated runtime can be confirmed in the [STATUS] screen.
Page 181 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f The uniformity of the brightness between multiple displays can be maintained by adjusting [LIGHT OUTPUT] for each projector when structuring a multi-display screen by combining the projected images from multiple projectors. Relationship between brightness and runtime The projector can be operated with arbitrary brightness and runtime by combining the settings of [MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL], [LIGHT OUTPUT], and [CONSTANT MODE] in [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP].
Page 182 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu r PT-RQ18K, PT-RZ17K f When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [OFF] [LIGHT OUTPUT] (%) Brightness (lm) Estimated runtime (hours) 100.0 % 16 000 39 300 90.0 % 14 400 42 200 80.0 % 12 800 45 700 70.0 % 11 200...
Page 183: [Light Output]
Synchronizes nine or more projectors using a computer and “Multi Monitoring & Control Software” *1 “Multi Monitoring & Control Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f Proceed to Step 9) when [OFF] or [PC] is selected. Press as to select [LINK].
Page 184 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Performs automatic correction by this projector alone without synchronizing with other projectors. [OFF] The duration that the constant brightness is kept will become longer by setting the value of [LIGHT OUTPUT] smaller.
Page 185 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [YES] Maintains the previously set brightness and white balance as the correction target. Reconfigures the current brightness and color of the light source as the correction target of the [NO] brightness and white balance of the screen. 20) Press the <ENTER>...
Page 186 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL STATUS] screen display example When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [OFF] The screen shows the status that the brightness control is disabled. BRIGHTNESS CONTROL STATUS CONSTANT MODE PROJECTOR RETURN MENU When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [AUTO], and [LINK] is set to [OFF] The screen shows the status of the brightness control in one projector.
Page 187 [Brightness Sensor Error] power, consult your dealer. *1 “Multi Monitoring & Control Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ Note f If the synchronized projectors are not displayed in the list, check the following: g Are there devices with the same IP address on the network?
Page 188: [Standby Mode]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) Set [LIGHT OUTPUT] of all projectors to 100 % or the maximum value that can be set. f Depending on the [OPERATING MODE] settings, [LIGHT OUTPUT] may not be able to be set to 100 %. 11) Set [LIGHT OUTPUT] of the projector with the least brightness to 90 % or 10 % lower than the maximum value that can be set.
Page 189: [No Signal Setting]
The no signal lights-out function is disabled in following case. g When [BACK COLOR] is set to [DEFAULT LOGO] or [USER LOGO], and the Panasonic logo or the image registered by the user is displayed in the projected image...
Page 190 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [AUTOMATIC SWITCHING]. f When [BACKUP INPUT MODE] is set to [OFF], [AUTOMATIC SWITCHING] cannot be selected. 10) Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Switches to the secondary input (primary input) automatically when the input signal for primary input [ENABLE] (secondary input) is disrupted.
Page 191 Displays blue in the entire screen. [BLACK] Displays black in the entire screen. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo in the screen. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user in the screen. Note f The [BACK COLOR] setting item is common with the following menu item.
Page 192: [Initial Startup]
The no signal lights-out function is disabled in following case. g When [BACK COLOR] is set to [DEFAULT LOGO] or [USER LOGO], and the Panasonic logo or the image registered by the user is displayed in the projected image...
Page 193: [Date And Time]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [SLOT] Sets the input to SLOT. Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of the DIGITAL LINK output supported device [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] to the specified input. *1 This item can be selected when the optional 12G-SDI Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01QS) is installed in <SLOT>. *2 This item can be selected when the optional DIGITAL LINK Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01DL) is installed in <SLOT>.
Page 194: [Schedule]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADJUST CLOCK] screen is displayed. Press as to select [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION], and press qw to change the setting to [ON]. Press as to select [APPLY], and press the <ENTER> button. f The setting of the date and time will be completed.
Page 195 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) Press as to select a [COMMAND]. f For [COMMAND] which requires detailed settings, the items of the detailed settings will switch each time you press qw. f When [INPUT] is selected, press the <ENTER> button, and then press asqw to select the input to be set.
Page 196: [Multi Projector Sync]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] Set the contrast synchronization function and the shutter synchronization function. The contrast synchronization function is a function to display a combined screen with a balanced contrast by sharing the brightness level of the image signal input to each projector when a multi-display is constructed by combining the projected image of multiple projectors.
Page 197 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f This setting item is common with the following menu item. g The [PICTURE] menu → [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] → [CONTRAST MODE] Press as to select [CONTRAST SYNC]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Select this item when the contrast synchronization function is not used.
Page 198 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu g If all linked projectors have the [CONTRAST MODE] setting menu, the [CONTRAST MODE] setting is unified to [1] or [2], regardless of the [SHUTTER SYNC] setting. g If there is any projector that does not have the [CONTRAST MODE] setting menu, the [CONTRAST MODE] setting is unified to [1], regardless of the [SHUTTER SYNC] setting.
Page 199: [Remote2 Mode]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [9600] [19200] Select the proper speed. [38400] Press as to select [(OUT) PARITY]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [NONE] [EVEN] Select the parity condition. [ODD] Setting the response Press as to select [RS-232C].
Page 200: [Function Button]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [FUNCTION BUTTON] Set the function of the <FUNCTION> button on the remote control. Press as to select [FUNCTION BUTTON]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FUNCTION BUTTON] screen is displayed. Press as to select a function. [DISABLE] Disables the <FUNCTION>...
Page 201 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [NUMBER OF REGISTERED Displays the number of registered signals. SIGNAL] [COOLING CONDITION] Displays the set cooling conditions. [ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE] Displays the atmospheric pressure. [REMOTE2 STATUS] Displays the control status of the REMOTE2. [AC VOLTAGE] Displays the input supply voltage.
Page 202 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu r [DETAILED INFORMATION] [INPUT] Displays the input used for the projected image. [SIGNAL FORMAT] Displays the format of the input signal. [SIGNAL FREQUENCY] Displays the frequency of the input signal. [SCAN TYPE] Displays the scan type of the input signal. [TOTAL DOTS] Displays the total dot count of the input signal.
Page 203 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Displaying the details of the temperature information Details of the temperature information of each part inside the projector can be checked. Press the <DEFAULT> button while the [STATUS] screen is displayed. f The selection screen is displayed. Press as to select [TEMPERATURE INFORMATION].
Page 204: [Info Monitor Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [INFO MONITOR SETTING] Set the information monitor of the control panel. For operation of the information monitor, refer to “Using the information monitor function” (x page 275). Setting the display during normal status Display/hide the information monitor during no operation. Press as to select [INFO MONITOR SETTING].
Page 205: [Data Cloning]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Setting the direction to display Set the direction of the text to display in the information monitor. Press as to select [INFO MONITOR SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [INFO MONITOR SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [DIRECTION].
Page 206: [Load All User Data]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f The data saved by executing [SAVE ALL USER DATA] does not include the data set with “Geometric & Setup Management Software”. f The data saved by executing [SAVE ALL USER DATA] is not deleted even if the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → [FACTORY RESET] is executed.
Page 207 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu g Initializing by setting the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → [USER SETTINGS] → [OTHER USER SETTING] to [INITIALIZE] f The information of the self-signed certificate already generated in the [Certificate] page of the web control screen or the information of the server certificate already installed can be deleted in the web control screen.
Page 208: [Firmware Update]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu g Initializing by setting the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → [USER SETTINGS] → [OTHER USER SETTING] to [INITIALIZE] [FIRMWARE UPDATE] Rewriting of the firmware is possible by using a USB memory. For details of operation, refer to “Updating the firmware using the USB memory” (x page 296). [SAVE LOG] This function is used by a service person.
Page 209: [Test Pattern] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu On the menu screen, select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 102) for the operation of the menu screen. [TEST PATTERN] Display the test pattern. Settings such as position and size will not be reflected in test patterns.
Page 210 Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu Changing the color of the cross hatch test pattern Select the [TEST PATTERN] menu, and press the <ENTER> button. f The [TEST PATTERN] screen (list format) is displayed. Press as to select [CROSS HATCH], and press the <ENTER> button. f The cross hatch test pattern and the [TEST PATTERN] screen (toggle selection format) are displayed.
Page 211 Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu Deleting the registered test pattern Select the [TEST PATTERN] menu, and press the <ENTER> button. f The [TEST PATTERN] screen (list format) is displayed. Press as to select [USER TEST PATTERN 1], [USER TEST PATTERN 2], or [USER TEST PATTERN 3], and press the <ENTER>...
Page 212: [Signal List] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu [SIGNAL LIST] menu On the menu screen, select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 102) for the operation of the menu screen. r Registered signal details Memory number: A1 (1-2) Sub memory number...
Page 213: Expanding Signal Lock-In Range
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu Note f A registered signal can also be deleted from [REGISTERED SIGNAL DELETE] on the [REGISTERED SIGNAL SETUP] screen. Expanding signal lock-in range Press asqw to select the signal to set. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [REGISTERED SIGNAL STATUS] screen is displayed.
Page 214: Sub Memory
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu f Even a protected signal will be deleted if [INITIALIZE] is executed. Sub memory The projector has a sub memory function that can register the multiple image adjustment data, even if it is recognized as the same signal by the frequency or format of the synchronization signal source. Use this function when you need to switch the aspect or adjust the picture quality such as the white balance while using the same signal source.
Page 215: [Security] Menu
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 102) 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>...
Page 216 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 CONTROL]. [CONTROL PANEL] You can set the limitation on the control from the control panel. [REMOTE CONTROL] You can set the limitation on the control from the remote control.
Page 217 Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu f When [INPUT SELECT BUTTON] is selected in Step 7), the item that can be set varies depending on the selected button. Refer to “Item that can be set with [INPUT SELECT BUTTON]” (x page 217) for details. Once the switching of the item is completed, press the <MENU>...
Page 218: [Control Device Password Change]
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE] The control device password can be changed. Press as to select [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select the text, and press the <ENTER> button to enter the text. Press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER>...
Page 219: [Network] Menu
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 102) for the operation of the menu screen. [ETHERNET TYPE] Set the transmission path of the Ethernet signal.
Page 220 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu r Possible communication modes l: Communication possible ―: Communication not possible Communication possible Setting Video transfer Video transfer Ethernet RS-232C (100 m (328'1")) (150 m (492'2")) For DIGITAL LINK ― [AUTO] For long reach ― For Ethernet ―...
Page 221: [Wired Lan]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Note f [DIGITAL LINK MENU] cannot be selected when [EXTRON XTP] is set to [ON]. f The operation guidance for the “RETURN” button is in the menu screen of the Digital Interface Box and DIGITAL LINK Switcher. The projector does not have the “RETURN”...
Page 222: [Wireless Lan]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [STORE], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 10) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f Setting for the IPv4 address is saved. 11) Press the <MENU>...
Page 223: [Projector Name]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Setting the connection key Press as to select [WIRELESS LAN]. Press qw to select [ENABLE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [WIRELESS LAN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [KEY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [KEY] screen is displayed.
Page 224: [Nfc Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [DHCP] Displays the [DHCP] setting. [IP ADDRESS] Displays the [IP ADDRESS]. [SUBNET MASK] Displays the [SUBNET MASK]. [WIRED LAN(IPv4)] [DEFAULT GATEWAY] Displays the [DEFAULT GATEWAY]. [DNS1] Displays the address of the preferred DNS server. [DNS2] Displays the address of the alternate DNS server.
Page 225: [Administrator Account]
For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f The [NFC SETTING] setting is valid for the “Smart Projector Control” version 2.2.0 or later.
Page 226 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [PASSWORD CONFIRM], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD] screen is displayed. 10) Enter the password entered in Step 7). 11) After the password is entered, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed.
Page 227: [Network Security]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu 14) After the password is entered, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. 15) Press as to select [PASSWORD CONFIRM] in [NEW], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD] screen is displayed.
Page 228: [Network Control]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Note f When [COMMAND PROTECT] is set to [DISABLE], the projector becomes vulnerable against a threat on the network because connection authentication will not be performed. Use this function by understanding the risk. f When a password is not set for the administrator account (when blank), [COMMAND PROTECT] cannot be set. f For details on how to use the command control function, refer to “Control commands via LAN”...
Page 229 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu f The factory default setting of password is blank. After the password is entered, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PJLink PASSWORD] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PASSWORD] in [NEW], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD] screen is displayed.
Page 230: [Art-Net]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [NOTIFIED IP ADDRESS 1], [NOTIFIED IP ADDRESS 2], [NOTIFIED IP ADDRESS 1(IPv6)], or [NOTIFIED IP ADDRESS 2(IPv6)]. f Enter the IP address of the computer to be notified of the status of the projector. [Art-Net] Set the Art-Net function.
Page 231 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [Art-Net CHANNEL SETTING]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Uses the channel assignment in standard setting. Uses the channel assignment with the setting that can numerically control the lens position. [USER] Changes the channel assignment.
Page 232 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu f Assign each item of [LENS H SHIFT LSB], [LENS V SHIFT LSB], [LENS FOCUS LSB], and [LENS ZOOM LSB] to a channel together with [LENS H SHIFT MSB], [LENS V SHIFT MSB], [LENS FOCUS MSB], and [LENS ZOOM MSB]. These cannot be used when assigned to a channel by itself.
Page 233: Chapter 5 Operations
Operations Chapter 5 This chapter describes how to use each function. ENGLISH - 233...
Page 234: Network Connection
The application software “Smart Projector Control” can be used, which enables to set and adjust the projector connected via LAN using a smartphone or tablet device. For details, visit the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f Multi Monitoring & Control Software “Multi Monitoring & Control Software”, a software application to monitor and control multiple display devices (projector or flat panel display) connected to intranet, can be used.
Page 235 Confirmation of operation for the devices of other manufacturers has been performed with the items set independently by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., and not all the operations are warranted. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 236: Connecting Via Wireless Lan
Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection Setting the projector Connect the projector to a computer using a LAN cable. Turn on the power of the projector. Press the <MENU> button to open the [NETWORK] menu from the main menu. f The [NETWORK] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WIRED LAN], and press the <ENTER>...
Page 237 Confirmation of operation for the devices of other manufacturers has been performed with the items set independently by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., and not all the operations are warranted. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 238 Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection Press qw to switch the displayed screen and display [WIRELESS LAN] (page 4/5). f The QR code is displayed. NETWORK STATUS WIRELESS LAN SSID Proj1234_xxxxxxxxxxxxx ******** AUTHENTICATION WPA2-PSK ENCRYPTION CHANGE DISPLAY KEY ENTER RETURN MENU Note f To use the wireless LAN function with the projector, it is necessary to attach the optional Wireless Module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 Series) to the <USB>...
Page 239: Using The Web Control Function
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Using the web control function Following operation is possible from a computer using the web control function. f Setting and adjustment of the projector f Display of the projector status f Sending E-mail messages when there is a problem with the projector The projector supports “Crestron Connected”, and the following application software of Crestron Electronics, Inc.
Page 240 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function In [Password(Retype)], enter the password entered in Step 4). Click [Change]. f The setting of the administrator account will be completed. Enter the user name and password in the displayed login screen. f Enter the user name and password of an account with administrator rights or the user name and password of a standard user account without administrator rights.
Page 241 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Rights for each account The administrator account can use all functions. The standard user account has limits on the functions it can use. Select the account to use depending on the purpose. The function that has l in the administrator/standard user column indicates that it can be operated with that account.
Page 242 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Descriptions of items Page tab [Detailed set up] Switches pages by clicking this item. The [Detailed set up] page is displayed by clicking this item. [Status] [Set up password] The status of the projector is displayed by clicking this item. The [Set up password] page is displayed by clicking this item.
Page 243: [Status]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Status] [Remote preview lite] page The input image to the projector can be simply viewed on the web control screen. Click [Status] → [Remote preview lite]. Preview window [AC VOLTAGE] Simply displays the image corresponding to the input image to Displays the input supply voltage.
Page 244 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function r Status display icon The power is switched off. (Standby status) [POWER] In the projection mode The shutter function is enabled (shutter: closed). [SHUTTER] The shutter function is disabled (shutter: opened). The on-screen display is set to on (display). [OSD] The on-screen display is set to off (hide).
Page 245 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Switching the input Click [INPUT SELECT] in the [Remote preview lite] page. [INPUT SELECT] [SIGNAL NAME] Switches to the input to view the image. Displays the input signal name. The display content for the input selection button varies [SIGNAL FREQUENCY] depending on the Function Board installed in the slot.
Page 246 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Projector status] page Click [Status] → [Projector status]. Display the status of the projector for the following items. [PROJECTOR TYPE] 11 [LIGHT OUTPUT] Displays the type of the projector. Displays the setting status of [LIGHT OUTPUT]. [FIRMWARE VERSION] 12 [INPUT] Displays the status of the selected input.
Page 247 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Error information page When [Error (Detail)] or [Warning (Detail)] is displayed in the [SELF TEST] display field of the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the content of the error/warning. f The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error. Display of error information Error code Displays the alphanumeric symbols and content of errors/...
Page 248: [Projector Control]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Mail error log] page Click [Status] → [Mail error log]. E-mail error log is displayed if periodic E-mail sending has failed. Note f [Access error log] and [Mail error log] display the recent few thousand accesses/requests. All information may not be displayed when many accesses/requests are made at once.
Page 249 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Detail control] page Click [Projector control] → [Detail control]. Control of the projector [OSD POSITION] The projector is controlled by clicking the buttons in the same Switches the OSD position setting. way as the buttons on the remote control. After control, the on- [GEOMETRY] screen display of the projector at the right of the control page is Switches the geometric adjustment setting.
Page 250 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Deleting the registered user test pattern Click [Projector control] → [Detail control] → [TEST PATTERN]. f The test pattern selection buttons are displayed at the right side of the control page and [USER TEST PATTERN LIST] is displayed on the bottom right.
Page 251 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Note f The edit screen can be displayed by clicking [USER1], [USER2], or [USER3] registered with test pattern in the test pattern selection buttons displayed on the right side of the control page. [LENS] page Click [Projector control] →...
Page 252 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Calibration execution page Zoom Lens with the stepping motor Calibration execution item selection screen [SHIFT/FOCUS/ZOOM] [ZOOM] Select this item to execute the calibrations for the lens shift, Select this item to execute the calibrations for the zoom focus, and zoom.
Page 253 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Zoom Lens with DC motor, the Fixed-focus Lens Click [Projector control] → [Detail control] → [LENS] → [CALIBRATION]. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Click [OK]. f The calibrations for the lens shift and focus are started. Lens position setting page Click [Projector control] →...
Page 254: [Detailed Set Up]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Detailed set up] [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. Click [Network config]. f Click [Network config] to display the [CAUTION!] screen. Select the item to change the setting. f The [WIRELESS LAN] setting can be selected only when the optional Wireless Module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 Series) is attached.
Page 255 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function For wired LAN connection [PROJECTOR NAME] [AUTO CONFIGURATION ON], [AUTO CONFIGURATION Enter the name of the projector. Enter the host name if it is OFF] required when using a DHCP server etc. Select [AUTO CONFIGURATION ON] to automatically assign IPv6 address.
Page 256 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Adjust clock] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Adjust clock]. [Time Zone] [Date] Select the time zone. Enter the date to change when [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] is set to [OFF]. [Set time zone] Updates the time zone setting.
Page 257 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Certificate] page To perform the HTTPS communication or use the control system or application software of Crestron Electronics, Inc., it is necessary to install the certificate for authentication into the projector. Click [Detailed set up] → [Certificate]. [CRT Key generate] [Server Certificate] Generates the CRT (Certificate) key.
Page 258 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function r Flow for setting The flow for setting differs depending on which certificate is to be used as the security certificate, either the server certificate or the self-signed certificate. Generate the CRT key. When using the server certificate When using the self-signed certificate Generate the signing request.
Page 259 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Click [OK]. f CRT key will be generated and the following message will be displayed. “CRT key - Generated” Click [OK]. f Clicking [Certificate] → [CRT Key generate] → [Execute] again can confirm the key length and generation date and time of the current CRT key with the [RSA key size] and [Last modified] of [Current CRT key] at the upper row of the CRT key generation page.
Page 260 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Generating the signing request When using the server certificate issued by the certification organization as a security certificate, generate a signing request necessary for application of issuing to the certification organization. Generate the signing request after generating the CRT key.
Page 261 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Installing the certificate Install the server certificate and the intermediate certificate issued by the certification organization into the projector. Click [Certificate] → [Server Certificate install] → [Choose File]. f A dialog to select the file is displayed. Select the server certificate file and click [Open].
Page 262 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Generating the self-signed certificate When the server certificate issued by the certification organization is not to be used as the security certificate, it is possible to use the self-signed certificate generated in the projector. Generate the self-signed certificate after generating the CRT key.
Page 263 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Confirming the information of the self-signed certificate Confirm the information of the self-signed certificate generated by the projector. Click [Certificate] → [Self-signed Certificate] → [Information] → [Confirm]. f The information of the generated self-signed certificate is displayed. The details of each item are as follows. Item Details [Common Name]...
Page 264 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Crestron Connected] page Set the information required for connecting the control system of Crestron Electronics, Inc. to the projector, and the information to monitor/control the projector using the control system of Crestron Electronics, Inc. When the [NETWORK] menu →...
Page 265 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function r [Server] Configure the setting required to access the projector assigned to a server using the control system. [Use TLS] [Authentication] Sets the secure communication. Select the authentication with the connection destination used [Disable]: with the secure communication.
Page 266 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function r [XiO Cloud] Configure the setting to manage the devices using the XiO Cloud. [XiO Cloud] [Submit] [Disable]: Updates the [XiO Cloud] setting. Disables the XiO Cloud function. [Enable]: Enables the XiO Cloud function. r [Proxy] Configure the proxy server setting.
Page 267 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [E-mail set up] page Send an E-mail to preset E-mail addresses (up to two addresses) when a problem has occurred. Click [Detailed set up] → [E-mail set up]. [ENABLE] [MINIMUM TIME] Select [Enable] to use the E-mail function. Change the minimum interval for the temperature warning E-mail.
Page 268 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Authentication set up] page Set the authentication items when POP authentication or SMTP authentication is necessary to send an E-mail. Click [Detailed set up] → [Authentication set up]. [Auth] [Password] Select the authentication method specified by your Internet Enter the password for the POP server or the SMTP server.
Page 269 Example of the E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. f Example: When [MAIL CONTENTS] is set to [SIMPLE] in the [E-mail set up] page === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-RQ25K...
Page 270 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [User function set up] page Set the function limitation for the user rights. Click [Detailed set up] → [User function set up]. [Remote preview lite] [Submit] To disable the remote preview lite function with the user rights, Updates the setting.
Page 271 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Network security] page Perform the setting to protect the projector from an external attack or abuse via LAN. Click [Detailed set up] → [Network security]. [COMMAND PROTECT] [Submit] Performs the setting regarding connection authentication when Updates the setting.
Page 272: [Set Up Password]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Set up password] [Set up password] page (when accessed by administrator account) Click [Set up password]. [Administrator] [PJLink] Select this item when changing the setting of the administrator Select this item when changing the setting of the PJLink account.
Page 273 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [User] [Account] [Change] 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.
Page 274: License Download Page
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Set up password] (when accessed by standard user account) Change the user name and password of the standard user account. [Old Password] [Retype] Enter the current password. Enter the desired new password again. [New Password] [Change] Enter the desired new password.
Page 275: Using The Information Monitor Function
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Using the information monitor function Status of the projector can be checked in the information monitor on the control panel. Screen mode Information monitor is categorized into following four modes. This is one of the screen modes in normal status, and is a mode to be selected when not displaying Hide mode information on the screen during no operation.
Page 276: Basic Operation Procedure In The Menu Operation Mode
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Basic operation procedure in the menu operation mode Press the <INFO> button on the control panel. f The top menu screen is displayed. USER VIEW SETUP STATUS Press as to select a top menu item. f The selected item is displayed inverted.
Page 277: [Setup] Menu
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function [SHUTTER] Status of the shutter ([CLOSE]: Shutter function enabled; [OPEN]: Shutter function disabled) [FREEZE] Status of the freeze function ([ON]: Paused; [OFF]: Cleared) [OSD] Status of the on-screen display function ([ON]: Display; [OFF]: Hide) [IP ADDRESS(WIRED)] IP address of the wired LAN *1 The representative input is displayed when one image is displayed with multiple input signals.
Page 278 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function [INFO MONITOR] Set the information monitor. r Setting the display during normal status Display/hide the information monitor during no operation. Press as to select [SETUP]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The sub-menu item is displayed. Press as to select [INFO MONITOR].
Page 279 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Press the <ENTER> button. f Setting can be changed. Press qw to switch the setting. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] Displays the items during the USER VIEW mode. [OFF] Does not display the items during the USER VIEW mode.
Page 280 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment Press w. The information monitor becomes bright. 30 % - 100 % (Factory default setting: 100 %) Press q. The information monitor becomes dark. Note f [BRIGHTNESS] is adjusted in increments of 10. f This setting item is common with the following menu item in the on-screen menu.
Page 281 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Press as to select [IPv4]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The detailed setting item is displayed. Press as to select [DHCP]. f The current setting is displayed. 10) Press the <ENTER> button. f Setting can be changed.
Page 282 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function r Setting the acquisition method of the wired LAN IPv6 address Press as to select [SETUP]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The sub-menu item is displayed. Press as to select [NETWORK]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The network selection item is displayed.
Page 283: [Status] Menu
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function 10) Press the <ENTER> button. f Setting can be changed. 11) Press qw to switch the setting. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] Select this item when the temporary IPv6 address is used. [OFF] Select this item when the temporary IPv6 address is not used.
Page 284 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Press the <ENTER> button. f The detailed item is displayed. f The network selection item is displayed when [NETWORK] is selected in Step 3). Proceed to Step 6). Press as to switch the item. f The display items will switch each time you press the button.
Page 285 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function [WIRED LAN] Select this item when the information of the wired LAN is to be displayed. [WIRELESS LAN] Select this item when the information of the wireless LAN is to be displayed. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 286: Error Notification Mode
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Error notification mode The error/warning symbol is displayed in the information monitor as a self-diagnosis information when an error or warning has occurred in the projector. For details on content of the error/warning symbols, refer to “Self-diagnosis display” (x page 305). Operation procedure when an error/warning has occurred This section explains using the case when the intake air temperature warning is detected in the self-diagnosis as an example.
Page 287: Using The Data Cloning Function
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function Using the data cloning function Perform the operation of the data cloning function. Data such as the settings and adjustment values of the projector can be copied to multiple projectors via LAN or using the USB memory. r Data that cannot be copied The following settings cannot be copied.
Page 288 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LAN DATA CLONING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [SELECT PROJECTOR]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The projectors in the same network are displayed as a list. 10) Press as to select the copy destination projector.
Page 289: Copying The Data To Another Projector Using Usb
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function Note f The security password is the password set in the [SECURITY] menu → [SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE]. Initial password of the factory default setting: awsqawsq Copying the data to another projector using USB Copying projector data to USB memory Insert the USB memory into the <USB>...
Page 290 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function 10) Once the copying of the data is completed, disconnect the USB memory from the <USB> terminal. 11) Turn on the power of the projector. f The copied content is reflected to the projector. Note f The security password is the password set in the [SECURITY] menu →...
Page 291: Updating The Firmware
The firmware of the projector can be updated via LAN or using a USB memory. Firmware that can be uploaded can be downloaded from the following website (“Panasonic Professional Display and Projector Technical Support Website”). Customer can update the firmware if a newer version than the current firmware version is published.
Page 292 When the computer has gone into sleep/pause status Acquiring the firmware Download the firmware update tool for this projector (compressed file in zip format) from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ f File name (example) g RQ25K_USER_101.zip (Update tool for PT-RQ25K/PT-RQ18K with version 1.01) g RZ24K_USER_102.zip...
Page 293 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Updating the firmware Extract the compressed file downloaded from the website. f The firmware update tool (executable file in exe format) is generated. File name (example) g FirmUpdateTool_RQ25K_101.exe (Update tool for PT-RQ25K/PT-RQ18K with version 1.01) g FirmUpdateTool_RZ24K_102.exe (Update tool for PT-RZ24K/PT-RZ17K with version 1.02) Double-click the executable file generated by extracting.
Page 294 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Select [I accept]. Click [Next]. f The connection setting screen is displayed. Enter the setting details of the projector. f Enter the details set in the projector to be updated. Item Details [IP Address] The [NETWORK] menu →...
Page 295 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Click [Next]. f The update confirmation screen is displayed. 10) Click [Start]. f Update is started. f The light source indicator <LIGHT> and the temperature indicator <TEMP> on the projector blink in red alternately while updating. f Elapsed time and rough progress can be confirmed in the update status display screen.
Page 296: Updating The Firmware Using The Usb Memory
Only the single partition structure is supported. Acquiring the firmware Download the firmware data for this projector (compressed file in zip format) from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ f File name (example) g RQ25K_USER_101.zip (Firmware data for PT-RQ25K/PT-RQ18K with version 1.01) g RZ24K_USER_102.zip...
Page 297 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Enter a security password and press the <ENTER> button. f The [FIRMWARE UPDATE] screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f Update is started. f The projector goes into the standby mode once the update is started, and the light source indicator <LIGHT>...
Page 298 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Note f If the update does not complete after 60 minutes or more have elapsed, turn the power of the projector off and on and perform the update from the beginning. f If the power of the projector is turned off by a power outage or other reason during the update, the update is automatically restarted after the power outage is restored or right after the power of the projector is turned on again.
Page 299: Chapter 6 Maintenance
Maintenance Chapter 6 This chapter describes inspection methods when there are problems, and maintenance methods. ENGLISH - 299...
Page 300: Light Source/Temperature Indicators
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Light source/temperature indicators Light source/temperature indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem occurs inside the projector, the light source indicator <LIGHT> or temperature indicator <TEMP> will inform you by lighting or blinking in red. Check the status of the indicators and take following measures. Attention f When switching off the projector to deal with problems, make sure to follow the procedure in “Switching off the projector”...
Page 301 Chapter 6 Maintenance — Light source/temperature indicators Temperature indicator <TEMP> Indicator status Status Solution f Wait five minutes when the power is turned on while the temperature is low (approximately 0 °C (32 °F)). f Warm-up status f Install the projector in a location with the operating environment temperature Lighting red between 0 °C (32 °F) and 45 °C (113 °F) f Internal temperature is high...
Page 302: Maintenance
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance Maintenance Before maintenance f Make sure to turn off the power before performing the maintenance of the projector. f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” (x page 83). Maintenance Outer case Wipe off dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 303: Troubleshooting
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? ―...
Page 304 Chapter 6 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Page f Is [QUAD PIXEL DRIVE] set to [OFF]? Geometric adjustment is not possible. (PT-RQ25K and PT-RQ18K only) f Are the connections between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and an external ― device, and between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and projector correctly done? Cannot control the projector with Art-Net.
Page 305: Self-Diagnosis Display
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis display The content of an error or warning is automatically displayed in the information monitor at the side of the projector when it occurs. (x page 275) The following list shows the alphanumeric symbol that is displayed when an error or a warning has occurred and its details.
Page 306: Chapter 7 Appendix
Appendix Chapter 7 This chapter describes specifications and after-sales service for the projector. 306 - ENGLISH...
Page 307: Technical Information
31 32 33 34 ― Returns the name set in the [NETWORK] menu → NAME ? Projector name query xxxxx [PROJECTOR NAME]. Manufacturer name INF1 ? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query PT-RQ25K PT-RQ18K INF2 ? Model name query Returns model name. PT-RZ24K...
Page 308 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Parameter/response Class Command Control details Remark string 31 / HDMI1 32 / HDMI2 33 / DISPLAYPORT Input name of the optional 12G-SDI Terminal Board (Model No.: 34 / SDI[SLOT] TY-SB01QS) installed in <SLOT> Input terminal name INNM ? 34 / DIGITAL Input name of the optional DIGITAL LINK Terminal Board (Model...
Page 309: Using Art-Net Function
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Using Art-Net function Since the network function of the projector supports the Art-Net function, you can control the projector settings with the DMX controller and application software using the Art-Net protocol. Note f To use the Art-Net function with the projector, it is necessary to set the password of the administrator account. (x page 226) f The Art-Net function cannot be used using the “IPv6”...
Page 310 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Art-Net channel setting Control details [USER] LENS H SHIFT LSB ― ― ― LENS V SHIFT MSB ― ― ― LENS V SHIFT LSB ― ― ― LENS FOCUS MSB ― ― LENS FOCUS LSB ―...
Page 311 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r LENS FUNCTION SELECT Operate together with LENS CONTROL. Performance Parameter Default value No operation 0-15 LENS H SHIFT 16-31 LENS V SHIFT 32-47 LENS FOCUS 48-63 LENS ZOOM 64-79 Move to the home position 80-95 Load LENS MEMORY 1 96-111...
Page 312 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r POWER Performance Parameter Default value Standby 0-63 No operation 64-191 Power on 192-255 r SHUTTER Performance Parameter Default value SHUTTER: Opened 0-63 No operation 64-191 SHUTTER: Closed 192-255 r FADE-IN, FADE-OUT Operate together with SHUTTER. Performance Parameter Default value...
Page 313 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r FREEZE Performance Parameter Default value No operation 0-31 32-95 No operation 96-159 160-223 No operation 224-255 r COLOR, TINT Performance Parameter Default value No operation 0-31 Factory default setting 32-63 … … 128-129 … …...
Page 314: Control Commands Via Lan
“ENABLE/DISABLE” of channel 11 to “Disable” and then back to “Enable”. f To create and register the USER LOGO image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ Control commands via LAN The projector can be controlled via the <LAN>...
Page 315 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Command transmission method Transmit using the following command formats. r Transmitted data Termination Header Data section symbol Command Hash value ‘0’ ‘0’ Control command (CR) example “Connecting” (x page 314) 0x30 0x30 (ASCII string) 0x0d Data length 32 bytes 1 byte...
Page 316 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Termination Data section Blank Mode symbol Command “NTCONTROL” ‘ ’ ‘0’ (CR) example (ASCII string) 0x20 0x30 0x0d Data length 9 bytes 1 byte 1 byte 1 byte f Mode: 0 = Non-protect mode f Example: Response during non-protect mode “NTCONTROL 0”...
Page 317 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Communication flow between server and client To send/receive a command via LAN, refer to the communication flow indicated below. Server: Projector Client: Control device such as a computer Server Connection request Sending of key Sending of command 1 Session 1 Responding to command 1 Disconnection...
Page 318: Serial In>/ Terminal
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal The <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal of the projector conforms with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer. Connection Single projector Projector connecting terminals Computer D-Sub 9p (female) D-Sub 9p (male) D-Sub 9p (male)
Page 319 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information D-Sub 9-pin (male) Pin No. Signal name Details Outside view ― Received data Transmitted data ― Earth ― Connected internally ― Communication conditions (Factory default) Signal level RS-232C-compliant Sync. method Asynchronous Baud rate 9 600 bps Parity None Character length...
Page 320 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Attention f If a command is sent after the light source starts lighting, there may be a delay in response or the command may not be executed. Try sending or receiving any command after 60 seconds. f When transmitting multiple commands, be sure to wait until 0.5 seconds has elapsed after receiving the response from the projector before sending the next command.
Page 321 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Control command The following are command examples to control the projector using a computer. r Projector control command Parameter/response Command Details Remark (parameter) string Power on ― To check if the power is on, use the “Power query” command. Power standby STANDBY Power query...
Page 322: Remote 2 In> Terminal
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal It is possible to control the projector remotely (by contact control) from a control board located away from the projector where remote control signals cannot reach. Use the <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal on the connecting terminals of the projector to connect to the control board. Remote control Contact control Remote control/contact control...
Page 323: Specifications
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Specifications The specifications of the projector are as follows. Display system 3-chip DLP projection system Size of effective display 20.3 mm (0.8") x 3 (aspect ratio 16:10) area 2 304 000 pixels (1 920 x 1 200 dots) when [QUAD PIXEL DRIVE] is set to [OFF] PT-RQ25K Display device...
Page 324 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Video signal resolution: 480/60p, 576/50p to 4 096 x 2 160/60p Computer signal resolution: HDMI signal input 640 x 480 to 3 840 x 2 400 (non-interlace) Dot clock frequency: 25 MHz to 594 MHz Video signal resolution: 720/50p to 4 096 x 2 160/60p DisplayPort signal Computer signal resolution:...
Page 325 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications 46 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [NORMAL] or PT-RQ25K [ECO] PT-RZ24K 43 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [QUIET] Acoustic noise 43 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [NORMAL] or PT-RQ18K [ECO] PT-RZ17K 40 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [QUIET]...
Page 326: Dimensions
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications f When using the projector at an altitude lower than 2 700 m (8 858') above sea level: 35 °C (95 °F) f When using the projector at an altitude between 2 700 m (8 858') and 4 200 m (13 780') above sea level: 25 °C (77 °F) *5 Average value.
Page 327: List Of Compatible Signals
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals that the projector can project. For SDI signals, refer to “List of single link SDI compatible signals” (x page 331), “List of quad link SDI compatible signals”...
Page 328 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Compatible signal Dot clock Signal name Resolution Signal type freq. Horizontal Vertical DIGITAL (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) HDMI DisplayPort (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) LINK 640 x 480/60 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 1024 x 768/50 1 024 x 768 39.6 50.0...
Page 329 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of plug and play compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals compatible with plug and play. Signal with l in the plug and play compatible signal column is the signal described in the EDID (extended display identification data) of the projector.
Page 330 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning Plug and play compatible signal Dot clock freq. Signal name Resolution freq. (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) HDMI DisplayPort DIGITAL LINK Horizontal Vertical (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 4K/60p 4K/30p 4K/60p 4K/30p 4K/60p 4K/30p 1600 x 900/60 1 600 x 900 55.9 60.0 119.0...
Page 331 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of single link SDI compatible signals The following table specifies the single link SDI signals that the projector can project. This is supported when the optional 12G-SDI Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01QS) is installed in the slot. f The content of the 4K division column is as follows.
Page 332 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Dot clock Signal Signal name Resolution Color freq. Format Sampling Horizontal Vertical type (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) division format (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 2 048 x 1 080 33.8 30.0 74.3 ― 3G-SDI Level-A 4:4:4 10bit 2 048 x 1 080 33.8 30.0...
Page 333 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of quad link SDI compatible signals The following table specifies the quad link SDI signals that the projector can project. This is supported when the optional 12G-SDI Terminal Board (Model No.: TY-SB01QS) is installed in the slot. f The content of the 4K division column is as follows.
Page 334 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Dot clock Signal Signal name Resolution Color freq. Format Sampling Horizontal Vertical type (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) division format (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 3 840 x 2 160 56.3 25.0 297.0 HD-SDI 4:2:2 10bit 3 840 x 2 160 56.3 25.0 297.0...
Page 335 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Dot clock Signal Signal name Resolution Color freq. Format Sampling Horizontal Vertical type (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) division format (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 3 840 x 2 160 135.0 60.0 594.0 3G-SDI Level-A 4:2:2 10bit 3 840 x 2 160 135.0 60.0 594.0...
Page 336 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Dot clock Signal Signal name Resolution Color freq. Format Sampling Horizontal Vertical type (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) division format (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 4 096 x 2 160 56.3 25.0 297.0 HD-SDI 4:2:2 10bit 4 096 x 2 160 56.3 25.0 297.0...
Page 337 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Dot clock Signal Signal name Resolution Color freq. Format Sampling Horizontal Vertical type (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) division format (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 4 096 x 2 160 135.0 60.0 594.0 3G-SDI Level-A 4:2:2 10bit 4 096 x 2 160 135.0 60.0 594.0...
Page 338: Precautions For Attaching The Ceiling Mount Bracket
Ask a qualified technician to do the installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling. f Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of the Ceiling Mount Bracket not manufactured by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. or the inappropriate choice of location for installing the Ceiling Mount Bracket, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.
Page 339 Chapter 7 Appendix — Precautions for attaching the Ceiling Mount Bracket r Dimensions for the screw holes to fix the projector (projector bottom view) Unit: mm 110 (4-11/32") 100 (3-15/16") 95 (3-3/4") 110 (4-11/32") 75 (2-15/16") ENGLISH - 339...
Page 340: Index
Index Index 0 – 9 [3D COLOR MATCHING] Firmware update <ON SCREEN> button [3D INPUT FORMAT] [FIRMWARE UPDATE] Projector body [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS] <FOCUS> button Remote control 32, 97 [3D SETTINGS] 105, 134 Remote control 32, 86 [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] [3D SIMUL INPUT SETTING] [FRAME DELAY] On-screen menu [3D SYNC SETTING]...
Page 341 Index <STANDBY> button Projector body Remote control [STANDBY MODE] [STARTUP INPUT SELECT] [STARTUP LOGO] [STATUS] <STATUS> button Remote control 32, 99 Storing Sub memory Switching off the projector Switching on the projector Switching the input signal [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] [SYSTEM SELECTOR] Temperature indicator [TEST PATTERN] 106, 209...
Page 342 EU Declaration of Conformity for RE Directive Declaration of Conformity This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive English 2014/53/EU. Декларация за съответствие Български Това устройство отговаря на съществените изисквания и останалите приложими разпоредби на Директива 2014/53/EC.
Page 343 Fabricado por: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japón Importador: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Español Representante Autorizado para la UE: Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburgo, Alemania Fabriqué par : Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japon Importateur : Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Français...
Page 344 Geproduceerd door: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Nederlands Importeur: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Bevoegde vertegenwoordiger in de EU: Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Duitsland Produsert av: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Norsk Importør: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH...
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