Panasonic PT-F300NTU Operating Instructions Manual
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions LCD Projector Commercial Use PT-F300NTU Model No. PT-F300U (PT-F300NTU) Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. TQBJ0279-1 NGLISH... -
Page 2: Important Safety Notice
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this projector, please read these instructions completely and save this booklet with the projector for future reference. We hope it will help you to get the most out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector. - Page 3 To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer and/or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Projection method ... 16 Front leg adjusters and throwing angle ... 16 Lens shift and positioning... 17 Connections... 19 Before connection to the projector ... 19 Connecting example: Computers... 19 Connecting example: AV equipment... 20 Basic Operation Switching the projector on/off ... 21 Power cord ... - Page 5 Items in NETWORK menu ... 46 Maintenance TEMP, LAMP and FILTER Indicators ... 47 Managing the indicated problems... 47 Care and Replacement... 48 Cleaning the projector ... 48 Replacing the Lamp unit... 48 Replacing the Auto Cleaning Filter (ACF) ... 49 Troubleshooting ... 51 Appendix Technical Information ...
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Page 6: Precautions With Regard To Safety
Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable. If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and injury or damage could result. -
Page 7: Cautions
Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you place directly into this light, it can hurt or damage your skin. Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used. Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you look directly into this light, it can hurt and damage your eyes. -
Page 8: Cautions When Transporting
It is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector before the season for humid weather arrives. Ask your nearest Authorized Service Center to clean the projector when required. -
Page 9: Cautions On Use
See “TEST PATTERN” on page 43. The liquid crystal panel of the projector is built with very high precision technology to provide fine picture details. Occasionally, a few stuck pixels may appear on the screen as fixed points of blue, green or red. -
Page 10: Accessories
Precautions with regard to safety Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Remote control for Remote control for PT-F300NTU (x1) PT-F300U (x1) N2QAYB000308 N2QAYB000311 * The protectors for enclosed products, such as a plug cover or foam cartons, must be treated properly. -
Page 11: Read This First
ENTER NOTE: Once you finish the minimum requirement setting, it will not be displayed again unless the projector is initialized. See “INITIALIZE ALL” on page 43. You can change the each setting from the main menu. See “Menu Navigation” on page 30. -
Page 12: About Your Projector
• Do not cover the ventilation openings or place anything within 50 cm (20") of them as this may cause damage or injury. • While the projector is not in use, keep the front panel cover closed to protect the lens. - Page 13 (page 23) Burglar hook port Attach a commercial burglar prevention cable. AC IN Connect the power cord to supply electronic power to the projector. (page 21) AUDIO IN Connect audio cables for inputting audio signal. S-VIDEO IN Connect a S-VIDEO signal cable.
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Page 14: Remote Control
(page 26) These buttons are for network control. See the contents of the provided CD-ROM for instructions. The COMPUTER SEARCH button is for PT-F300NTU only. NOTE: • Do not drop the remote control. • Avoid contact with liquids or moisture. -
Page 15: Setting Up
NOTE: • See page 57 for the screen size and throw distance of 16:9. • Do not use the projector at a raised or a horizontally tilted position as it may cause malfunction of the projector. • Make sure the projector lens surface is parallel with the screen. You can tilt the projector body approximately ±... -
Page 16: Projection Method
Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following 4 projection methods. To set the desired method in the projector, See “INSTALLATION” on page 42. Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from front INSTALLATION: FRONT/DESK... -
Page 17: Lens Shift And Positioning
Lens shift and positioning If the projector is not positioned right in front of the center of the screen, you can adjust the projected image position by moving the lens shift lever within the shift range of the lens. Adjusting the lens shift lever 1. - Page 18 When the projector position is fixed NOTE: • When the projector is located right in front of the screen and the lens shift lever is centered, you will get the best quality of the projection image. • When the lens shift lever is at the vertical limit of the shift range, you cannot move the lever to the horizontal limit, likewise when the lens shift lever is at the horizontal limit of the shift range, you cannot move the lever to the vertical limit.
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Page 19: Connections
Connections Before connection to the projector Read and follow the operating and connecting instructions of each peripheral device. The peripheral devices must be turned off. Use cables that match each peripheral device to be connected. If the input signal is affected by signal jitter, the projected image may have poor image quality and timebase correction is effective. -
Page 20: Connecting Example: Av Equipment
Connections Connecting example: AV equipment Connecting with VIDEO IN/S-VIDEO IN NOTE: • When you connect more than one AV equipment, switch the audio connection manually. Connecting with DVI-D IN NOTE: • DVI-D is single link. • Prepare a HDMI - DVI-D cable for HDMI connection. •... -
Page 21: Switching The Projector On/Off
• Switch off the power to the projector when not in use. • If the projector is switched on again while the internal cooling fan is still operating by the internal power supply, it may take a while to start the projection. -
Page 22: Power Indicator
Flashing NOTE: • If the projector is switched on again while the internal cooling fan is still operating by the internal power supply, it may take a while to start the projection. • The electric consumption in standby mode is 4 W. -
Page 23: Switching On The Projector
This is not necessary in remote control operation. NOTE: • When starting up the projector, some small rattling or tinkling sound may be heard, or the display may flicker for the characteristics of the lamp. Those are normal and will not affect the performance of the projector. -
Page 24: Projecting An Image
1. Open the front panel cover. 2. Adjust the projected image with the lens shift lever. See “Lens shift and positioning” on page 17. 3. Adjust the angle of the projector. Screw down the front leg adjusters and adjust the angle vertically. -
Page 25: Remote Control Operation
Remote control operation Operating range (Shown as PT-F300NTU) Setting up the image position automatically You can adjust the setting of SHIFT, DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE in the POSITION menu automatically for the projected COMPUTER signal image. With DVI signal, adjust SHIFT setting only. -
Page 26: Switching The Input Signal
Only for the network connection operation. See CD- ROM contents for more detailed information. Pressing the VIDEO button VIDEO Pressing the INPUT SELECT button on the projector COMPUTER1 NETWORK Shifting the center point Press F G I H to shift the center point. -
Page 27: Capturing An Image
AV equipment are continuing. Stopping the projection You can stop the projection and audio sound through the projector for saving electrical Resetting to the factory default settings You can reset most of the customized settings to the factory defaults by pressing the DEFAULT button of the remote control. -
Page 28: Using An Assigned Function
• See “FUNCTION BUTTON” on page 42. Top view Laser pointer beam emitter Cautions (Shown as PT-F300NTU) CAUTION: Use of controls of adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Deactivating switch... -
Page 29: Controlling The Volume Of The Speaker
Remote control operation Controlling the volume of the speaker You can control the volume of the built-in NOTE: speakers and output sound. Press "+" side of the • Power consumption can be reduced if the volume level VOLUME button to increase and "-" to decrease. is lowered. -
Page 30: Menu Navigation
Menu Navigation Main menu and Sub-menu The menu options are structured and categorized. You can navigate through the menu with F G I H buttons. See “Menu Navigation” on page 30. The underlined items are factory default settings. Some default settings vary by the selected input signal. -
Page 31: Menu Navigation
REMOTE CONTROLLER ENABLE page 41 30 MIN. NETWORK 50 MIN. page 41 STANDBY WIRED LAN page 42 WIRELESS LAN (PT-F300NTU only) NAME CHANGE PASSWORD CHANGE page 42 NETWORK STANDBY NETWORK CONTROL LIVE MODE CUT IN page 42 COMPUTER SEARCH MULTI-LIVE INITIALIZE See CD-ROM contents for more detailed information. -
Page 32: Navigating Through The Menu
Press the MENU button to display the main menu and the operating guidance. Main menu Sub-menu PICTURE PICTURE MODE POSITION CONTRAST LANGUAGE BRIGHTNESS DISPLAY OPTION COLOR PROJECTOR SETUP TINT SECURITY SHARPNESS NETWORK COLOR TEMPERATURE DAYLIGHT VIEW DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY RETURN NOISE REDUCTION SELECT TV-SYSTEM... -
Page 33: Picture Menu
PICTURE menu Remote control Control panel See “Navigating through the menu” on page 32. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 30. PICTURE MODE Depending on the projection environment, you can use these preset parameter settings to optimise image projection. Press I H to cycle through the options. STANDARD Setting for a general image DYNAMIC... -
Page 34: Color Temperature
NTSC 4.43 NOTE: • AUTO setting will select from NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/ PAL60/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM. RGB/YP The projector will detect the signal from the COMPUTER terminals if the signal is RGB or YP the automatic detecting system and switch between RGB and YP manually. -
Page 35: Position Menu
Image Operation NOTE: • You can correct the distortion ± 30 degrees from the plane. For a better quality image, installing the projector with a minimum of distortion is recommended. • Some distortion may be retained for lens shift adjustment. -
Page 36: Aspect
POSITION menu ASPECT You can switch the aspect ratio manually when needed. Press I H to cycle through the options. Aspect ratio options AUTO Signals which contains an identifying aspect signal will be detected and automatically project the image in proper ratio. (NTSC and 525i (480i) signals only) When a 4:3 or 5:4 signal is detected, the image will be projected without any change, and other signals... -
Page 37: Frame Lock
FRAME LOCK If the projected image is degraded, you can activate FRAME LOCK for synchronisation. Press I H to select the required option. ( Available with Deactive Active signals only POSITION menu NGLISH - 37... -
Page 38: Display Option Menu
Only the minimum warning messages will be displayed. NOTE: • When the WARNING MESSAGE is set to OFF, use the projector with utmost care due to the most of warning messages will not be displayed. NGLISH - 38 DVI-D IN NOTE: •... -
Page 39: Startup Logo
• Usually the recommended setting is ON. BACK COLOR You can choose a BLUE or BLACK screen for when the projector is idle. Press I H to select the required option. WIDE MODE When projecting WIDE signals, switch to ON to display the image in well adjusted size. -
Page 40: Other Functions
DISPLAY OPTION menu OTHER FUNCTIONS From menu operation, you can apply to the functions, which are only for the remote control. Menu items AUTO SETUP See page 25. FREEZE See page 27. AV MUTE See page 27. INDEX-WINDOW See page 27. You can enlarge the projected image. -
Page 41: Projector Setup Menu
PROJECTOR SETUP menu Remote control Control panel See “Navigating through the menu” on page 32. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 30. STATUS You can see the status of the projector about the following items. Items Description SIGNAL NAME... -
Page 42: Installation
• At 1 400 m (4 593 ft) above sea level, the setting must be ON. • The loudness of fan noise depends on the HIGH ALTITUDE MODE setting. EMULATE You can switch to the Panasonic past model's control commands for COMPUTER connection. F100, FW100, F200, F300, DEFAULT FW300 models... -
Page 43: Test Pattern
See “Minimum required setting screen” on page 11. NOTE: • The security system is deactivated by default and when initialized. • When the projector is initialized, it will be reset to the factory default password operation. PROJECTOR SETUP menu FILTER COUNTER RESET... -
Page 44: Security Menu
PICTURE PASSWORD POSITION PASSWORD CHANGE LANGUAGE TEXT DISPLAY DISPLAY OPTION TEXT CHANGE PROJECTOR SETUP MENU LOCK SECURITY MENU LOCK PASSWORD NETWORK CONTROL DEVICE SETUP PASSWORD RETURN ENTER When you apply to the SECURITY menu before you change the password to your original, perform to input the following factory default password operation. -
Page 45: Menu Lock
• The factory default password is “AAAA”. • The factory default password is valid until you change the password in MENU LOCK PASSWORD menu. • When the projector is initialized, the MENU LOCK will be deactivated. MENU LOCK PASSWORD You can change the password for MENU LOCK system to your original. -
Page 46: Network Menu
See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 30. NOTE: • See more detailed instructions in the contents of the CD-ROM which is provided with the projector. NGLISH - 46 Items in NETWORK menu In NETWORK menu, the following items are available. -
Page 47: Temp, Lamp And Filter Indicators
4. Turn on the projector in the correct way and confirm the indicator is not indicating a problem any longer. NOTE: • If no problem is found or the problem remains, do not turn on the projector. Instead contact an Authorized Service Center. LAMP indicator Illuminating red... -
Page 48: Care And Replacement
Cleaning the outer surface of the projector Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft cloth. If it is difficult to remove the dirt, soak a cloth with water, wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector. Dry off the projector with dry cloth. -
Page 49: Replacing The Auto Cleaning Filter (Acf)
ACF. • If you use the projector at 1 400 m (4 593 ft) above sea level, it may cause malfunction of the ACF. • If you keep using the projector after the FILTER indicator illuminating in red, the indicator will start to flash in red for 10 minutes and the projector will be switched off. - Page 50 Care and Replacement Replacement procedure 1. Turn the projector upside down and place it gently on a soft cloth. 2. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen 3 ACF cover fixing screws until the screws turn freely and remove the ACF cover.
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Page 51: Troubleshooting
The BRIGHTNESS adjustment setting may be at the minimum setting. The AV MUTE function may be in use. The lens focus may not have been set correctly. The projector may not be at the correct distance from the screen. The picture is fuzzy. The lens may be dirty. -
Page 52: Technical Information
Technical Information List of compatible signals Display resolution Mode (dots) NTSC/NTSC 4.43/ 720 x 480i PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 525i (480i) 720 x 480i 625i (576i) 720 x 576i 525p (480p) 720 x 483 625p (576p) 720 x 576 1 125 (1 080)/60i 1 920 x 1 080i 1 125 (1 080)/50i... -
Page 53: Serial Terminal
3 bytes (02h) The projector can not receive any command for 10 seconds after the lamp is switched on. Wait 10 seconds before sending the command. If sending multiple commands, check that a response has been received from the projector for one command before sending the next command. -
Page 54: Computer Connection Guidance
The key commands are depend on the manufactures. If you select the computer terminals which has no signals while the INPUT GUIDE is set to DETAILED, the computer connection guidance will be displayed. Manufacturer Key command Panasonic FUJITSU NOTE: • The computer connection guidance will disappear after 5 minutes. -
Page 55: Remote Terminal
In addition, the RS-232C commands and network functions that correspond to these functions cannot be used either. • While pin I is “Open”, do not short-circuit pin A, B, C, E and F. The projector would reject all the signals from the remote control. -
Page 56: Dvi-D In Terminal
The projector and the ceiling mount bracket are designed sufficiently safety though, make sure the safety cable provided with the projector is installed and attached to the bottom of the projector when mounting on the ceiling for safety and security. -
Page 57: Screen Size And Throw Distance For 16:9 Aspect Ratio
Screen size and throw distance for 16:9 aspect ratio All measurements and the calculation results below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements. Projection size (16 : 9) Screen diagonal (SD) Screen height (SH) 33" (0.84 m) 0.41 m 40"... -
Page 58: Specifications
Max. useable volume output *1. When NETWORK STANDBY in NETWORK menu is ON: Approx. 25 W When IN STANDBY MODE of AUDIO SETTING in PROJECTOR SETUP menu is ON: Approx. 35 W The maximum power consumption during standby: Approx. 35 W. - Page 59 COMPUTER2 IN/ 1 OUT Terminals DVI-D IN AUDIO IN COMPUTER AUDIO IN VARIABLE AUDIO SERIAL REMOTE LAN (RJ-45) Compatible Wireless LAN Wireless channel PT-F300NTU only) Distance Cabinet Dimensions Weight Certifications Power supply Operating range Weight Remote control Dimensions Options Ceiling bracket *1.
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Page 60: Dimensions
Technical Information Dimensions Trademark acknowledgements VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. -
Page 61: Index
Index AC IN ... 13 Accessories ... 10 Air exhaust port ... 13 Air intake port ... 12 Ambient Luminance Sensor (ALS) ... 12 ASPECT ... 36 AUDIO IN ... 13 AUDIO SETTING ... 42 Auto Cleaning Filter (ACF) ... 13 Compartment ... - Page 62 ... 21 Connecting Power cord secure lock ... 10 Accessories ... 21 Attaching Projection lens ... 12 PROJECTOR SETUP menu ... 41 REMAINING FILTER ... 41 REMOTE ... 13 ... 55 LAMP switching ... 55 Pin assignments ... 55 Switching input signals Remote control ...
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Page 63: Avis Important Concernant La Sécurité
à mise à la terre. Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany NOTICE: A Ce produit possède une lampe à décharge haute intensité (DHI) qui contient du mercure. Son élimination peut être réglementée dans votre s à... - Page 64 PT-F300NTU/PT-F300U Désignation commerciale:Panasonic Fabricant responsable: Panasonic Corporation of North America Adresse: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Téléphone: (888) 411 - 1996 Email: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com Cet appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC (Federal Communicaitions Commission U.S.A.) ce qui signifie: (1) que l'appareil ne produit pas d'interférences nuisibles, et (2) que l'appareil est capable de supporter...
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Page 65: Précautions De Sécurité
Précautions de sécurité AVERTISSEMENT Si l'on remarque une émission de fumée, d'odeurs sus- pectes ou de bruits provenant du projecteur, débrancher la fiche du cordon d'alimentation de la prise de courant. Ne pas continuer d'utiliser le projecteur dans ces cas-là, autrement cela peut entraîner un incendie ou des chocs électriques. -
Page 66: Mises En Garde
Précautions de sécurité Ne jamais entrer en contact direct avec le liquide des piles. Le liquide risquerait en effet de causer de sérieuses bles- sures cutanées. Rincer immédiatement à l'eau courante toute trace du liquide des piles puis consulter au plus vite un médecin. -
Page 67: Précautions Lors Du Transport
Retirer rapidement les piles de la télécommande. Si vous laissez des pile usagées dans la télécommande pendant une longue période, cela risque de provoquer des fuites, une hausse anormale de la température interne ou une explosion. Si le projecteur ne doit pas être utilisé pendant une longue durée débrancher la fiche électrique de la prise de courant et ôter les piles de la télécommande. -
Page 68: Sécurité
Précautions de sécurité Affichage à cristaux liquides Ne pas projeter la même image pendant une longue durée, car elle risquerait de former une après-image sur l'affichage à cristaux liquides. Affichez l'écran blanc de la mire pen- dant plus d'une heure pour la supprimer. Voir« MIRE DE TEST »... -
Page 69: Remplacement De L'unité De La Lampe
Remplacement de l'unité de la lampe Avant de remplacer le l'Unité de la lampe Eteindre l'MAIN POWER puis débrancher le cordon principal de la prise du secteur. Attendez au moins 1 heure que la lampe et les composants contigus soient suffisamment froids. Préparer un tournevis cruciforme. -
Page 70: Protections Du Support De Montage Au Plafond
Remplacement de l'unité de la lampe Procédure de remplacement Retirer et remplacer la lampe 1. Dévisser à l'aide d'un tournevis cruciforme les 2 vis de fixation du couvercle de la lampe à l'arrière du projecteur jusqu'à ce qu'elles tournent librement, puis retirer le couvercle de la lampe. Couvercle de la l'unité... - Page 72 NOTE: This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Printed in Japan S0908-1118B...