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Operating Instructions
LCD Projector
Model No.
PT-VX510EA
Functional Manual
Commercial Use
PT-VW440EA
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pages 2 to 8).
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TQBJ0567

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  • Page 1 PT-VW440EA Model No. PT-VX510EA Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use. Æ Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” ( pages 2 to 8).
  • Page 2: Read This First

    Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The sound pressure level at the operator position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779. WARNING: Remove the plug from the mains socket when this unit is not in use for a prolonged period of time.
  • Page 3 Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
  • Page 4 Read this first! WARNING: 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. If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
  • Page 5 If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Defects in the ceiling mount bracket will result in falling accidents. Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down.
  • Page 6 Read this first! WARNING: ACCESSORIES „ Do not use or handle the batteries improperly, and refer to the following. Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. Do not use unspecified batteries. Do not disassemble dry cell batteries. Do not heat the batteries or place them into water or fire.
  • Page 7 Read this first! CAUTION: 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. When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet and remove the batteries from the remote control.
  • Page 8 Read this first! Trademarks • Windows , Windows Vista , and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the ® ® ® United States and other countries. • Macintosh, Mac OS and Safari are the trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and other countries. •...
  • Page 9 Features of the Projector Features of the Projector Quick steps Quick steps For details, see the corresponding pages. Auto Setup Function This function executes Input search, 1. Set up your projector. Æ page 21) Auto PC adjustment and Auto Keystone correction at the same time by pressing the <AUTO SETUP>...
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 8) Basic operations by using the remote Important Information control........... 32 Read this first! ........... 2 Using the AUTO SETUP function ......... 32 Switching the input signal ..........32 Contents ...........
  • Page 11 Network factory default ..........62 Zoom ................48 Network connections ............ 63 True ................48 Computer operation ............64 Natural wide (PT-VW440EA Only) ........ 48 Accessing from the Web browser ......... 64 Custom ................. 48 Custom adj..............49 Maintenance Digital zoom +...............
  • Page 12: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for Use Cautions when transporting When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions. Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet. Cautions when installing Do not set up the projector outdoors.
  • Page 13: Security

    Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. Change your password periodically. Panasonic or its affiliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer. Do not tell your password in case you receive such an inquiry. The connecting network must be secured by firewall or others.
  • Page 14: Cautions On Use

    It is recommended to have authorized engineer or your dealer replace the lamp unit. 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 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 15: Accessories

    Precautions for Use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers in the brackets ( ) show the number of accessories. Power cord (x2) Remote control unit (x1) CD-ROM (x1) Batteries (AAA/R03 or (6103580203) (6451053893) (TQBH9049) AAA/LR03 type) (x2) (6103580210) (for remote control unit)
  • Page 16: Optional Accessories

    Precautions for Use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow. Manual/list (PDF) Software  Operating Instructions – Functional  Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Manual Software (Windows)  Operating Instructions – Multi Projector •...
  • Page 17: About Your Projector

    About Your Projector Remote control (17) (9) <VOLUME +/–> Buttons Adjust the volume of the speaker. ( page 34) Æ (10) < > Button (10) Turn the projector on or off. ( page 28) Æ (11) <KEYSTONE> Button Correct keystone distortion. ( page 33) Æ...
  • Page 18: Projector Body

    About Your Projector Projector body (10) (11) (12) (2) (3) ■ Bottom view (13) (1) Remote control signal receiver (2) Focus Lever ( page 31) Æ Adjust the focus. (3) Projection Lens (4) Zoom Lever ( page 31) Æ Adjust the zoom. (5) Vertical lens shift ring ( page 24) Æ...
  • Page 19: Control Panel And Indicators

    About Your Projector Control panel and Indicators (4) <WARNING> indicator Indicate the abnormal conditions of the projector. (5) Ambient Luminance sensor Detects room's light and select proper image quality. (6) <MENU> button Display the MENU screen. ( page 36) Æ (7) <ENTER>...
  • Page 20: Using Remote Control

    Using Remote control Installing and Removing batteries Open the cover Install batteries and close the cover (Insert the – side first.) Remove the batteries in the reverse order of installation. Setting Remote control ID numbers When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using single remote control, if unique ID number is assigned to each projector.
  • Page 21: Setting Up

    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. Setting on a desk/floor and Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward projecting forward Menu setting* Menu setting* Ceiling Ceiling...
  • Page 22: Screen Size And Throw Distance

    Attention Æ Before installing, please read “Precautions for Use” ( pages 12 to 16). Projection distance for PT-VW440EA All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements. (Unit: m) Projection For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio...
  • Page 23 Setting up If the screen dimensions are written as "SD", For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio For 16:10 aspect ratio Screen height (SH) = SD(m) × 0.6 = SD(m) × 0.490 = SD(m) × 0.530 Screen width (SW) = SD(m) ×...
  • Page 24: Adjusting Front Adjustable Feet

    (left), the display moves up (down)). Shift range Lens shift center position „ Lens shift adjustment for PT-VW440EA Lens shift adjustable range The display position can be shifted upward up to 48% elevation of the display. (When turn the vertical lens shift ring to the right (left), the display moves up (down)).
  • Page 25: Connections

    Connections Before connecting to the projector Read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. Turn off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. If any connection cable is not supplied with the device, or if no optional cable is available for connection of the device, prepare a necessary system connection cable to suit the device.
  • Page 26: Powering On/Off

    ic Operation Powering ON/OFF Connecting the power cord Be sure to insert the attached power cord securely to its base to prevent it from coming off. Power cord holder A power cord holder is designed to prevent the AC power cord from coming off the projector. Please insert the power cord into the power cord holder correctly as Picture (1) shown: AC Power cord holder Clamp...
  • Page 27: On(G)/Standby(R) Indicator

    Powering ON/OFF ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator The ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator informs you the status of the power. Confirm the status of the <ON(G)/ STANDBY(R)> indicator before operating the projector. ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator Indicator status Status No illumination or flashing The power cord is unplugged. The power cord is plugged.
  • Page 28: Turning On The Projector

    Powering ON/OFF Turning On the Projector Preparation display Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)> indicator lights red. Open the lens cap. Press the <...
  • Page 29: Enter A Pin Code

    Powering ON/OFF Enter a PIN code Press ▲▼ to enter a number. Press ► to fix the PIN Code Input Dialog Box number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to  . If you fixed an incorrect number, use the ◄...
  • Page 30: Turning Off The Projector

    Powering ON/OFF Turning Off the Projector Press the < > button on the control panel or on the remote control, and Power off? appears on the screen. Power off? disappears after 4 seconds. Press the < > button again to turn off the projector.
  • Page 31: Projecting

    Projecting Æ Check the connections of the peripheral devices and connection of the power cord ( pages 26-27) and switch Æ on the power ( page 28) to start the projector. Select the image and adjust the state of the image. Selecting the input signal Select an input signal.
  • Page 32: Basic Operations By Using The Remote Control

    Basic operations by using the remote control Switch to Computer 1(RGB)/ COMPUTER 1 Computer 1(Scart) input. COMPUTER 2 Switch to Computer 2(RGB)input. HDMI Switch to HDMI input. VIDEO Switch to Video input. S-VIDEO Switch to S-video input. Switch to Computer 1 COMPONENT (Component) input.
  • Page 33: Using The Keystone Button

    Basic operations by using the remote control Using the KEYSTONE button Using the INFO. button This function allows you to correct keystone distortion. This function allows you to display the information menu. button button Press <KEYSTONE> button on the remote Press <INFO.>...
  • Page 34: Using The Av Mute Function

    Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AV MUTE function Using the LAMP button This function allows you to select the lamp mode for changing the brightness on the screen. button button Press <AV MUTE> button on the remote control.
  • Page 35: Using The Image Button

    Basic operations by using the remote control Using the IMAGE button This function allows you to select a desired image mode of the screen. button Press <IMAGE> button on the remote control. Press <IMAGE> button on the remote control to select the desired image mode among [Dynamic], [Standard], [Real], [Cinema], [Blackboard (Green)], [Colorboard], [Image 1], [Image 2], [Image 3] and [Image 4].
  • Page 36: Menu Navigation

    Menu Navigation Press ► or the <ENTER> button. Navigating through the menu The submenu appears so that you can select the sub-menu item. Operating procedure Press the <MENU> button. The Main Menu screen appears. Press ▲▼ to select the desired sub- menu item.
  • Page 37: Main Menu

    Menu Navigation Main menu Factory Sub-menu item Page default Horizontal The main menu consists of the following 9 menu items. Vertical When a main menu item is selected, the screen Current mode changes to a submenu selection screen. Clamp Display area H Input Display area V Reset...
  • Page 38 Lamp power Reset Lamp runtime *1 : When input computer signal to the projector, these Power management functions will be available. *2 : PT-VW440EA Only. Key lock PIN code lock Sound [ Remote control Sub-menu item Factory Default Page Serial number...
  • Page 39: Input Menu

    Input menu Video Select [Input] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), Projects the image of [Video] input. then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Video] and then press the <ENTER> button. S-video Remote Control Control Panel...
  • Page 40 Input menu For video and S-video input The projector automatically Auto selects the color system of the input signal. PAL/ SECAM/ When the projector can not NTSC/ project proper video image, please select proper color system NTSC4.43/ from the menu. PAL-M/ PAL-N For component input...
  • Page 41: Auto Pc Adjust

    AUTO PC adjust Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), then select the item from the sub-menu. Control Panel Remote Control Auto PC adj. Auto PC adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal and Vertical positions to conform to your computer.
  • Page 42: Manual Pc Adjust

    Manual PC adjust Horizontal Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Horizontal]. Press the <ENTER> button to display Control Panel Remote Control the adjustment dialog box.
  • Page 43: Current Mode

    Manual PC adjust Current mode Reset To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return Press ▲▼ to select [Current mode]. to their previous figures. Press ► or the <ENTER> button to Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. enter the next submenu to show Press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 44: Image Select

    Image select Blackboard(Green) Select [Image select] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), For the image projected on a blackboard. then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Blackboard(Green)] and then press the <ENTER> button. This mode helps enhance the image projected Remote Control Control Panel...
  • Page 45: Image Adjust

    Image adjust Color Select [Image adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Color]. Press the <ENTER> button to display Remote Control Control Panel the adjustment dialog box.
  • Page 46: Color Temp

    Image adjust Color temp. Blue Press ▲▼ to select [Color temp.]. Press ▲▼ to select [Blue]. Press the <ENTER> button to display Press the <ENTER> button to display the adjustment dialog box. the adjustment dialog box. Press ◄► to select the desired Color Press ◄►...
  • Page 47: Sharpness

    Image adjust Sharpness Progressive An interlaced video signal can be displayed in Press ▲▼ to select [Sharpness]. progressive mode. Press the <ENTER> button to display Press ▲▼ to select [Progressive]. the adjustment dialog box. Press the <ENTER> button to display Press ◄►...
  • Page 48: Screen

    When adjusted, the arrows will turn red. When reached to the correction limits, the arrows will disappear. Panel size (1280 x 800) is only for PT-VW440EA. Panel size (1024 x 768) is for PT-VX510EA. Note When input computer signal to the projector, [True] will be available.
  • Page 49: Custom Adj

    Screen To exit the Digital zoom +/– mode, press any button Custom adj. except the <D.ZOOM +/–>, <ENTER> and ▲▼◄► buttons. Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. To return to the previous screen size, select a screen Press ▲▼...
  • Page 50: Ceiling

    Press ▲▼ to change the image. When this function is set to [On], the picture will be left/right reversed. Screen aspect (PT-VW440EA Only) This function is used to project the image to a 4:3 or 16:9 projection screen. Press ▲▼ to select [Screen aspect] and then press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 51: Sound

    Sound Select [Sound] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), Press ▲▼ to select [MIC] and then then select the item from the sub-menu. press the <ENTER> button. Press ▲▼ to switch the MIC function Remote Control Control Panel [On]/[Off].
  • Page 52: Setting

    Setting Press the <ENTER> button to change Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see the position. “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), The Menu position changes each time you then select the item from the sub-menu. press <ENTER> button as follows: Remote Control Control Panel the center →...
  • Page 53: Background

    Setting Background Logo Select the background screen for when no input signal This function allows you to customize the screen logo is detected. with [Logo select], [Logo PIN code lock] and [Logo PIN code change] functions. Press ▲▼ to select [Background]. Press ▲▼...
  • Page 54: Hdmi Setup

    Setting Logo PIN code change Terminal Logo PIN code can be changed to your desired four- The COMPUTER 2 IN/MONITOR OUT terminal on digit number. the back of the projector is switchable for computer 2 Press ▲▼ to select [Logo PIN code input or monitor output.
  • Page 55: Direct On

    Setting Mode Direct on Press ▲▼ button to select one mode Press ▲▼ to select [Direct on] and among the items as below. then press the <ENTER> button. The P-timer display 000:00 Press ▲▼ to switch between [On] and appears on the screen and the Count up [Off].
  • Page 56: Closed Caption

    Setting Closed caption Remote control [Only for NTSC, 480i input] This switching function prevents remote control interference when operating several projectors or Press ▲▼ to select [Closed caption]. video equipment at the same time. Press ► or the <ENTER> button to Press ▲▼...
  • Page 57: Fan

    Setting PIN code lock This function prevents the projector from being operated by unauthorized persons and provides the Press ▲▼ to select [Fan] and then following setting options for security. Press <ENTER> button. Press ▲▼ to select the desired items Press ▲▼...
  • Page 58: Filter Counter

    Setting Note Note [Noise reduction] and [Progressive] can not be Refer to "Serial terminal" ( page 88) Æ selected when [Video delay control] function is set to [On]. VW440 series, VX510 series Default VW430 series, VX500 series Filter counter VW435N series, VX505N series D3500 D3500 series This function is used to set a frequency for the filter...
  • Page 59: Warning Log

    Setting Warning log This function records anomalous operations while the projector is in operation and use it when diagnosing faults. Press ▲▼ to select [Warning log]. Press ► or the <ENTER> button to display the latest warning message. Up to 10 warning logs are displayed with the latest warning message at the top of the list, followed by previous warning messages in chronological order.
  • Page 60: Information

    Information Lamp power Select [Information] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36). The selected lamp mode is displayed. Remote Control Control Panel Lamp runtime The cumulative lamp operating time is displayed. Power management [Off] , [Ready] or [Shut down], and [Timer] are displayed.
  • Page 61: Network

    Network If a DHCP server Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see exists in the “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), network to which then select the item from the sub-menu. the projector is connected, the Remote Control Control Panel IP address will automatically be acquired.
  • Page 62: Network Control

    Network Network control RoomView Set when you want to control the projector from a This function allows the projector to monitor and computer connected to the network. control the projector through network with Crestron RoomView. Press ▲ ▼ to select [Network control]. Press ▲...
  • Page 63: Network Connections

    Network Network connections The projector has a network fuction, and the following operations are available from the computer using the web browser control. Setting and adjustment of the projector. Display of the projector status. Transmission of an E-mail message when there is a problem with the projector. Note A LAN cable is required to use the network function.
  • Page 64: Computer Operation

    “User name” and “Password”. The factory default settings are user1 (user privileges) or admin1 (administrator privileges) for the use name and panasonic (lowercase letters) for the password. Click [OK] to display the Projector status page. “Projector status” page is displayed.
  • Page 65 Network Description of each item 1 Page selection tabs 5 Change password button Click these to switch pages. Click this button to display the password change 2 Monitor information button page. Click this item, and the status of the projector is 6 Crestron RoomView button displayed.
  • Page 66 Network Error information page If [Error (Detail)] is displayed in the self-diagnosis information display column on the [Projector status] screen, click the part to display the details of the error. • Depending on the nature of the error, the projector may be placed in the standby mode for its own protection. Normal operation FAILED: Occurrence of trouble...
  • Page 67 Network Basic control page To move from another page, click [Projector control], then [Basic control]. 1 Power standby/on control 4 Switches image mode 2 Use these to select the input signals 5 Operation of AV mute 3 Volume adjust Detail control page Click [Projector control], then [Advanced control] to display the Detail control page.
  • Page 68 Network Network config page You can change network settings on projector when connecting with the administrator authority. LAN settings Click [Detailed set up] in the menu. Click [Change] to change the LAN settings. To return to the previous window, click [Back]. Complete the detailed settings and click [Next].
  • Page 69 Network Ping test page This page makes it possible to check whether the network is connected to the e-mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc. Click [Detailed set up], then [Ping test] to display the Ping test page. Display which appears when the connection was successful.
  • Page 70 Network E-mail set up page With this projector, if a problem occurs or if the lamp usage time reaches a set value, an e-mail message can be sent to one or more preset e-mail addresses (maximum two addresses). Click [Detailed set up], then [E-mail set up] to display the E-mail setup page. 1 Select Enable to use the e-mail function.
  • Page 71 Network E-mail set up page (continued) 9 Enter the E-mail Address2 of your desired recipient. 10 Select the conditions for sending e-mail. MAIL CONTENTS: Select [NORMAL] or [SIMPLE]. ERROR: An error is detected by self-diagnosis. LAMP RUNTIME: Remaining lamp service time has reached the value set in the field. INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE: Intake air temperature has reached the value set in the field.
  • Page 72 Network Contents of mail sent Mail with the contents shown below is sent when the e-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-VX510 Serial No : 000000000 ----- E-mail setup data ----- TEMPERATURE WARNING SETUP...
  • Page 73 Network Mail with the contents shown below is sent when an error has occurred. === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type : PT-VX510 Serial No : 000000000 ----- check system ----- INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE OPTICS MODULE TEMPERATURE...
  • Page 74 Network Change Password page Click [Change password]. 1 Used to change the setting of [Administrator] 2 Used to change the setting of [User] 3 Used to change the setting of the password Administrator mode  1 Displays the account to change 2 Current user name input field 3 Current password input field 4 New user name input field...
  • Page 75 Network CRESTRON RoomView page You can monitor or control the projector using RoomView. To display the operation page of RoomView from Web Control screen, access with the administrator rights is required. (The [CRESTRON RoomView] button is not displayed on the Web Control screen for user rights.) When you click [CRESTRON RoomView], the RoomView operation page is displayed.
  • Page 76 Network Info page Click Info on the operation page. 1 Projector name Displays the name of the projector. 2 Mac Address Displays the MAC address. 3 Resolution Displays the resolution of the projector. 4 Lamp Hours Displays the lamp usage time (converted value). 5 Power Status Displays the status of the power.
  • Page 77: Lamp And Warning Indicators

    LAMP and WARNING Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, the <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)>, <LAMP> and/or <WARNING> indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. CAUTION Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Turning off the projector”. Æ...
  • Page 78: Replacement

    Replacement Before replacing the unit When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect Æ the power plug from the wall outlet. ( pages 26, 30) Æ Be sure to observe the procedure “Turning off the projector” ( page 30) when performing power supply operation.
  • Page 79 Replacement The air filter units are provided in side and back of the projector. Replacement of the air filter unit (side) Remove the air filter cover. Open the air filter cover in the direction of the arrow in the figure and remove it. Remove the air filter unit.
  • Page 80 Replacement Lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component. You can check the total usage time using Lamp runtime in the Information menu ( page 60). Æ It is recommended to ask an authorized engineer to replace the lamp unit. Contact your dealer. Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAV200).
  • Page 81 Replacement Replacing the Lamp unit CAUTION: When the projector is mounted on a ceiling, do not work with your face close to the projector. Attach the lamp unit and the lamp cover securely. When you experience difficulty in installing the lamp, remove it and try again. If you use force to install the lamp, the connector may be damaged.
  • Page 82: Attaching The Lens Cap

    Replacement Attaching the Lens Cap When moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period of time, attach the lens cap. To prevent loss for the lens cap, please according to the following procedures, attach the lens cap with the string of accessories.
  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Reference Problem Cause page The power cord may not be connected. — No electric supply is at the wall outlet. — Power does not turn The circuit breakers have tripped. —...
  • Page 84 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause page The cable may be longer than the optional cable. — Picture from a computer does not The external video output from a laptop computer may not be correct. — appear. Is the HDMI cable securely connected? Picture from a HDMI device does not Turn off the power of the projector and the connected devices.
  • Page 85: Technical Information

    NAME ? Projector name query The name set for [Projector name] in [Network] is returned. INF1 ? Manufacturer name query “Panasonic” is returned. INF2 ? Model name query Answer the model name with “VX510” or "VW440". INF0 ? Other information query Information such as version number is returned.
  • Page 86: Control Commands Via Lan

    “xxxxxx:yyyyy:zzzzzzzz” xxxxxx : Administrator rights user name for WEB CONTROL (Default user name is “admin1”) yyyyy : Password of above administrator rights user (Default password is “panasonic”) zzzzzzzz : 8-byte random number obtained in Step 2 Command transmission method Transmit using the following command format.
  • Page 87 Technical Information When WEB Control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect mode) Connection method Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1 024) of the projector and make a request for connection to the projector. Acquire the IP address from the menu screen of the projector, and the port number from the WEB control page.
  • Page 88: Serial Terminal

    Technical Information Serial terminal The serial connector which is on the connector panel of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector. Connection Connecting terminals on projector Computer...
  • Page 89 Technical Information Basic format Transmission from the computer begins with STX, then the command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. Colon (1 byte) Start 3 command Parameter (1 byte) characters (undefined length) (1 byte) (3 bytes)
  • Page 90 Technical Information Cable specifications [When connected to a computer] Computer (DTE Projector specifications) Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available: [Projector control command] Command Control contents Remarks Power [ON] Power [OFF] (Parameter) VID = Video SVD = S-video INPUT selection RG1 = Computer 1(RGB)
  • Page 91: Other Terminals

    Technical Information Other terminals Pin assignments and signal names of <S-VIDEO IN> terminal Pin No. Signal names Outside view GND (luminance signal) GND (color signal) Luminance signal Color signal Pin assignments and signal names of <COMPUTER 1 IN/COMPONENT IN> terminal Pin No.
  • Page 92: List Of Compatible Signals

    Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projectors. Format : V = VIDEO, S = S-VIDEO, C = COMPUTER, Y = YP , H = HDMI Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode...
  • Page 93 Technical Information Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency PnP* Format (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) VW440EA VX510EA 63.970 60.190 107.990 SXGA+ 1 400 x 1 050 65.350 60.120 122.850 65.120 59.900 122.430 48.360 60.000 65.000 ○...
  • Page 94 Technical Information Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency PnP* Format (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) VW440EA VX510EA 47.776 59.870 79.500 60.289 74.893 102.250 1 280 x 768 68.633 84.837 117.500 55.993 69.991 94.964 57.675 72.004 97.817...
  • Page 95 <COMPUTER 2 IN> terminal does not support Plug and Play. Note The number of display dots is 1 280 x 800 for the PT-VW440EA and 1 024 x 768 for the PT-VX510EA. A signal with a different resolution will be projected after converting the resolution to match the projector display.
  • Page 96: Specifications

    Specifications Model No. PT-VW440EA PT-VX510EA Power supply AC100 V - 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 100 V - 240 V, 4.0 A-1.6 A 365 W When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [Eco]: 0.3 W Power consumption When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [Network]: 11.5 W When [Standby MIC out] of [Sound] is set to [On]: Max.26 W...
  • Page 97 Specifications Model No. PT-VW440EA PT-VX510EA 1 (D-sub 15 pin female) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (When G-SYNC: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω) COMPUTER 1 IN/ HD/SYNC TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible COMPONENT IN VD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible signal] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] including synchronization signal, P...
  • Page 98: Dimensions

    Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Specifications Dimensions <Unit : mm> 379.0 (14.92") Actual dimension may differ by product.  Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Installation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be carried by a qualified technician. Even if it is during guaranteed period, the manufacturer is not responsible for any hazard or damage caused by using a ceiling mount bracket which is not purchased from an authorized distributors, or environmental conditions.
  • Page 99: Index

    Index Image adjust ........45 Serial terminal.........88 Image select ........44 Setting ..........52 About Your Projector.......17 Accessories ........15 Information........60 Setting the ID number.....20 Input menu........39 Setting up ........21 Adjusting front adjustable feet ..24 Input search ........52 Sharpness ........47 Adjusting the position using the vertical lens shift function ....24 Installing and Removing batteries ..20 Sound ..........51...
  • Page 100 This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Environment care information for users in China This symbol is only valid in China. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2013 M0513CC0 -ST...

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