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Panasonic PT-DZ21KU Operating Instructions Manual

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■ The Operating Instructions correspond to the firmware's main version 4.02 and higher.
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Operating Instructions

DLP
Projector
TM
Model No.
Functional Manual
Commercial Use
PT-DZ21KU
PT-DS20KU
PT-DW17KU
pages 2 to 10).
ENGLISH
TQBJ0418-4

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Model No. PT-DS20KU PT-DW17KU Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ The Operating Instructions correspond to the firmware’s main version 4.02 and higher. ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Information Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3 FCC NOTICE (USA) Verification Model Number: PT-DZ21KU/PT-DS20KU/PT-DW17KU Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Telephone number: (877)803-8492 E-mail: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 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. z 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. z Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
  • 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. z Use AA/R6 batteries. z Do not use unspecified batteries. z Do not use chargeable batteries.
  • 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! CAUTION: „ VIEWING 3D VIDEO (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) Those with a medical history of oversensitivity to light, heart problems, or poor physical health should not view 3D images. This may lead to a worsening of medical conditions.
  • Page 9 Read this first! Brazil Only Brasil Apenas „ 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. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento.
  • Page 10 Read this first! Trademarks • Microsoft , Windows , Windows Vista , and Internet Explorer are the registered trademarks or trademarks of ® ® ® ® Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Mac, Mac OS, OS X, and Safari are the trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 11: Optional Accessories

    2. Attach the projection lens mechanism design. (optional accessories) *1: For PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU. PT-DW17KU has a luminance of 17 000 lm. page 45)  Easy setup and improved serviceability ▶...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Switching on the projector [INPUT RESOLUTION] Making adjustments and selections [CLAMP POSITION] Switching off the projector [EDGE BLENDING] Projecting [FRAME RESPONSE] Select the input signal [FRAME LOCK] (PT-DZ21KU and Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift PT-DS20KU only) 12 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 13 [RGB IN] (supported during RGB signal [SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE] input only) [DISPLAY SETTING] [DVI-D IN] [TEXT CHANGE] [HDMI IN] [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] [SDI IN] (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE] [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] [NETWORK] menu [BACK COLOR] [NETWORK SETUP] [STARTUP LOGO]...
  • Page 14 Using Art-Net function Control commands via LAN <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal Two window display combination list Control device password Upgrade kit (only supports PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU) List of compatible signals Specifications Dimensions Ceiling mount bracket safeguards...

  • Page 15: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for use Precautions for use Cautions when transporting z The projection lens (optional accessory) is susceptible to effects due to vibration or impact. Make sure to remove the lens when transporting. z When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Not doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
  • Page 16 Precautions for use ■ Do not use the projector tilted to the right or left Using the projector at a vertical angle that exceeds 15° may reduce product life or result in malfunction. ■ When a replacement lamp unit is used (for portrait mode), install it with the terminals surface facing down Do not use the projector tilted to the right and left, front and back.
  • Page 17 Precautions for use ▶ z Make a clearance of at least 5 mm (0.2") between the projector bottom and setting surface by inserting spacers (metallic) etc. between them. ▶ z The adjustable feet can be removed if not needed in the installation. However, do not use the screw holes where the adjustable feet was removed to fix the projector in place.

  • Page 18: Security

    ▶ z Change your password periodically. ▶ z Panasonic Corporation or its affiliate companies will never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge your password in case you receive such inquiries. ▶ z The connecting network must be secured by a firewall, etc.
  • Page 19 For license conditions related to software in (2) and (3), refer to the provisions of the software licenses (GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE and GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE) in the supplied CD-ROM. If you have any questions regarding the software, please contact us via email (sav.pj.gpl.pavc@ml.jp.panasonic.com). ENGLISH - 19...

  • Page 20: Accessories

    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 Power cord <1> CD-ROM <1> unit <1> (K2CG3YY00035) (TXFQB02VKR9) (N2QAYB000769) Lens fixing screw <1> AA/R6 battery <2>...

  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    ET-PFD510 Replacement lamp unit ET-LAD510 (1 pc), ET-LAD510F (4 pcs) Replacement lamp unit (for ET-LAD510P (1 pc), ET-LAD510PF (4 pcs) portrait mode) Replacement filter unit ET-EMF510 Smoke cut filter ET-SFR510 Upgrade kit ET-UK20 (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) ENGLISH - 21...

  • Page 22: Start-Up Display

    Start-up display Start-up display When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase as well as when [ALL USER DATA] ( page 117)  in [INITIALIZE] is executed, the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, then the [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed.
  • Page 23 ▶ ■ Initial setting (screen setting) ▶ Set [COOLING CONDITION] depending on the (Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) projection method. Refer to “Projection method” Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and display page 30) for details. position of the image. After completed the initial setting, ...

  • Page 24: About Your Projector

    About your projector About your projector Remote control ■ Front ▶ (1) Remote control indicator (11) <AUTO SETUP> button Flashes if any button in the remote control is pressed. Automatically adjusts the image display position while projecting the image. (2) Power standby < > button [PROGRESS] is displayed on the screen while the image Sets the projector to the standby mode when the <MAIN is adjusted automatically.
  • Page 25 About your projector ■ Side ▶ ■ Top ▶ Remote control signal transmitter ■ Bottom ▶ Remote control wired terminal page 29)  (19) <LOCK> button Used to prevent unintended operation by careless pressing of the buttons and prevent draining the remote control batteries. Attention z Do not drop the remote control.

  • Page 26: Projector Body

    About your projector Projector body ■ Front ▶ (1) Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> The power indicator displays power status. (2) Lamp indicator <LAMP1> Displays the status of lamp 1. (3) Lamp indicator <LAMP2> Displays the status of lamp 2. (4) Lamp indicator <LAMP3>...

  • Page 27: Control Panel

    (8) <SDI 1/2> button Light switch for the connecting terminals and the control Switches to SDI input. panel. (Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) (17) Self-diagnosis display (9) Input selection terminal indicator Automatically shows errors and warnings, and their details. Indicator which shows the selected input terminal. This page 157) ...

  • Page 28: Connecting Terminals

    (5) <SDI IN 1> terminal / <SDI IN 2> terminal terminal This is a terminal to input the SDI signal. This is a terminal to input or output control signals when (Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) using the projector in 3D systems. (Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) (6) <HDMI IN> terminal This is a terminal to input the HDMI signal.

  • Page 29: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Using the remote control z The ID number set on the remote control will Inserting and removing the be stored unless it is set again. However, it will batteries be erased if the remote control is left with dead batteries.

  • Page 30: Setting Up

    Setting up Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following six projection methods. Set [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the installation location. Set [COOLING CONDITION] to [AUTO]. Using the projector with [COOLING CONDITION] set incorrectly may shorten the life of the lamp. ■...

  • Page 31: Parts For Ceiling Mount (Optional)

    Setting up Note z During portrait setting, the on-screen menu will be displayed horizontally. Parts for ceiling mount (optional) You can install the projector on the ceiling using the optional ceiling mount bracket (Model No.: ET-PKD510H (for high ceilings), or ET-PKD510S (for low ceilings). z Use only the ceiling mount brackets specified for this projector.
  • Page 32 Setting up ■ [GEOMETRY] projection range (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ▶ [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from the side) [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from above) Vertical arc correction (viewed from the side) Horizontal arc correction (viewed from above) 32 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 33 Setting up ▶ zStandard Only for [KEYSTONE] [KEYSTONE] and [CURVED] used together Only for [CURVED] Vertical Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Projection lens trapezoidal trapezoidal trapezoidal trapezoidal Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum Model No. distortion distortion distortion distortion value of R2/ value of R3/ value of R2/ value of R3/ correction...
  • Page 34 Setting up ■ Projection distance of each projection lens (for PT-DZ21KU) ▶ ▶ zWhen the screen aspect ratio is 16:10 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.4 to 1.8:1 1.8 to 2.8:1...
  • Page 35 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect ratio is 16:9 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.4 to 1.8:1 1.8 to 2.8:1 2.8 to 4.6:1 4.6 to 7.4:1 7.3 to 13.8:1 0.9 to 1.1:1 Screen size...
  • Page 36 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.6 to 2.2:1 2.2 to 3.3:1 3.3 to 5.5:1 5.6 to 8.9:1 8.8 to 16.5:1 1.1 to 1.3:1 Screen size...
  • Page 37 Setting up ■ Projection distance of each projection lens (for PT-DS20KU) ▶ ▶ zWhen the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.5 to 2.0:1 2.0 to 3.0:1 3.0 to 5.0:1 5.0 to 8.0:1...
  • Page 38 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect ratio is 16:9 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.5 to 2.0:1 2.0 to 3.0:1 3.0 to 5.0:1 5.0 to 8.0:1 8.0 to 15.0:1 1.0 to 1.2:1 Screen size...
  • Page 39 Setting up ■ Projection distance of each projection lens (for PT-DW17KU) ▶ ▶ zWhen the screen aspect ratio is 16:9 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.5 to 2.0:1 2.1 to 3.1:1 3.1 to 5.2:1 5.2 to 8.2:1...
  • Page 40 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 2.0 to 2.7:1 2.7 to 4.1:1 4.1 to 6.9:1 6.9 to 11.0:1 10.9 to 20.5:1 1.4 to 1.6:1 Screen size...
  • Page 41 To use a screen size not listed in this manual, check the screen size SD and use the following formula to calculate projection distance. The unit of the calculation result is m. ■ Formula to calculate projection distance per projection lens (for PT-DZ21KU) ▶ Projection lens...
  • Page 42 Setting up Projection lens Throw ratio Aspect ratio Projection distance (L) formula Min. (LW) L = 3.9528 x SD (m) – 0.1577 4.6 to 7.4:1 16:10 Max. (LT) L = 6.3031 x SD (m) – 0.1615 Min. (LW) L = 4.0630 x SD (m) – 0.1577 Zoom Lens ET-D75LE40 4.6 to 7.4:1...
  • Page 43 Setting up ■ Formula to calculate projection distance per projection lens (for ▶ PT-DW17KU) Projection lens Throw ratio Aspect ratio Projection distance (L) formula Min. (LW) L = 1.3504 x SD (m) – 0.0760 1.5 to 2.0:1 16:9 Max. (LT) L = 1.8031 x SD (m) –...

  • Page 44: Adjusting Adjustable Feet

    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, the projection screen can be adjusted to be rectangular by adjusting the adjustable feet.

  • Page 45: Attaching/Removing The Projection Lens

    Attaching/removing the projection lens (optional accessory) Attaching/removing the projection lens (optional accessory) Move the lens to the home position before replacing or removing the lens. ( page 55)  Attention z Replace the projection lens after turning off the power of the projector. z Do not touch the lens signal receiver.

  • Page 46: Connecting

    Connecting Connecting Before connecting z Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. z Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables. z Acquire any connection cable necessary to connect the external device to the system that is either not supplied with the device or not available as an option.

  • Page 47: Connecting Example: Av Equipment

    (24) T.M.D.S clock– Connecting example: AV equipment ■ For <HDMI IN>/<VIDEO IN>/<LAN> terminals ▶ The following diagram is a connecting example for PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU. Blu-ray disc player VCR (TBC built-in) Computer for control Attention z Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR.
  • Page 48 Connecting ■ For <SDI IN 1>/<SDI IN 2> terminals (for PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ▶ Note z Use [SYSTEM SELECTOR] ( page 72) to switch the input format.  z Some external devices to be connected require [SDI IN] ( page 97) to be set.

  • Page 49: Connecting Example: Computers

    Connecting Connecting example: Computers The following diagram is a connecting example for PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU. Note z The <DVI-D IN> terminal supports single links only. z For signals that the projector can project, refer to “List of compatible signals” ( page 174).

  • Page 50: Switching On/Off The Projector

    Switching on/off the projector Switching on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is fully inserted into the projector to prevent removal of the power cord. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER> switch is on the <OFF> side before connecting the power cord. For detailed power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!”...

  • Page 51: Power Indicator

    Switching on/off the projector Power indicator The power indicator displays the status of the power. Check the status of the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> before operating the projector. Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> Indicator status Status No illumination or flashing The main power is switched off.

  • Page 52: Switching On The Projector

    ( page 60)  Note (SDI input is only PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) z If the projector is switched on at about 0°C (32°F), a warm-up period of approximately five minutes 7) Adjust the front and back, and sideway may be necessary until a projection is displayed.

  • Page 53: Switching Off The Projector

    Switching on/off the projector Switching off the projector 1) Press the power standby < > button. 2) Press ◀▶ to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. (Or press the power standby < > button again) ▶ z Projection of the image will stop, and the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)>...

  • Page 54: Projecting

    Projecting Projecting Check the projection lens attachment ( page 45), external device connection ( page 46), power cord connection   page 50), switch on the power ( page 52) to start projecting. Select the video for projection, and adjust ...

  • Page 55: Moving The Lens To The Home Position

    Projecting Moving the lens to the home position To move the lens to the home position, perform the following procedure. 1) While the [SHIFT] adjustment screen is displayed, press the <DEFAULT> button on the remote control. ▶ z The [HOME POSITION] screen is displayed. LENS HOME POSITION EXECUTE...

  • Page 56: Adjustment Range By The Lens Position Shift (Optical Shift)

    Standard screen width (H) 0.15 H 0.15 H width (H) 0.2 H 0.2 H Standard projection Standard projection position position PT-DZ21KU Standard screen Standard screen width (H) 0.2 H 0.2 H width (H) 0.3 H 0.3 H Standard projection Standard projection...

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Lens Mounter When The Focus Is Unbalanced

    Projecting Adjusting the lens mounter when the focus is unbalanced ■ Focus balance ▶ ▶ zRelationship 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.
  • Page 58 Projecting When a projection lens with a large weight is installed, or when the projector is installed in an inclination, the lens may tilt and the focus may become unbalanced. In these cases, refer to Figure 3 and the adjustment examples in the table below, and perform adjustments through the following procedures.
  • Page 59 Projecting Adjustment location: Location where the just focus point of the screen is in the inner side of the screen Figure 3 Relationship between the adjustment location and adjustment screws When the just focus point of When the just focus point of When the just focus point of When the just focus point the screen in V up is in the...

  • Page 60: Remote Control Operation

    [SHUTTER SETTING] ( page 100).  *1: SDI input is only PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU. Note z The <SDI 1/2> button can be set as either SDI1 or SDI2 input selection button by using the [SECURITY] menu → [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP].

  • Page 61: Using The Status Function

    [LEFT/RIGHT SWAP] can only be assigned in border at the rims and characters with high contrast PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU. black and white when the system is in the automatic z Assignment of the function is performed from the adjustment mode.

  • Page 62: Displaying The Internal Test Pattern

    Remote control operation Displaying the internal test pattern The projector has eight types of internal test patterns to check the condition of the set. To display test patterns, perform the following steps. button 1) Press the <TEST> button on the remote control.

  • Page 63: Menu Navigation

    Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. 4) Press ▲▼ to select a sub-menu, and Navigating through the menu the ◀▶ buttons or the <ENTER> button to change or adjust settings. ■...

  • Page 64: Main Menu

    The triangular mark under the bar scale in the individual adjustment screen indicates the factory default setting. The position of the triangular mark [P IN P] varies by the selected input signals. [TEST PATTERN] [SIGNAL LIST] [SECURITY] [NETWORK] *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only 64 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 65: Sub-Menu

    [NORMAL] [CONTRAST] [FRAME LOCK] [OFF] [BRIGHTNESS] [RASTER POSITION] — [COLOR] *1: Depends on the signal input. [TINT] [–2] *2: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only [COLOR TEMPERATURE] [DEFAULT] ■ [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] ▶ [GAMMA] [DEFAULT] Details ( page 84)  [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] [OFF] ■...

  • Page 66: Display Option

    — [FREEZE] — [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] — [WAVEFORM MONITOR] [OFF] [CONTROL DEVICE — [CUT OFF] — PASSWORD CHANGE] *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only ■ [NETWORK] ▶ ■ [PROJECTOR SETUP] ▶ Factory Sub-menu item Page Factory default Sub-menu item Page default [NETWORK SETUP] ―...

  • Page 67: [Picture] Menu

    [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu Note Select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and z The factory default picture mode is [GRAPHIC] for select the item from the sub-menu. still image input signals and [STANDARD] for movie Refer to “Navigating through the menu” based input signals.

  • Page 68: [Contrast]

    [PICTURE] menu [CONTRAST] [TINT] You can adjust the contrast of the colors. You can adjust the skin tone in the projected image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CONTRAST]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [TINT]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the <ENTER> button. 2) Press ◀▶...
  • Page 69 [PICTURE] menu ■ To adjust desired white balance ▶ 8) Press ◀▶ to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. 4) Select [USER1] or [USER2] in Step 3). ▶ z The [USER1] or [USER2] data is overwritten. z If you press ◀▶ to select [CANCEL] and then ▶...

  • Page 70: [Gamma]

    [PICTURE] menu [GAMMA] [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] Switch gamma mode. You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [GAMMA]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SYSTEM 2) Press ◀▶ or the <ENTER> button. DAYLIGHT VIEW].

  • Page 71: [Noise Reduction]

    [PICTURE] menu ■ To adjust desired correction ▶ [NOISE REDUCTION] amount You can reduce noises when the input image is degraded and noise is occurring in the image signal. 4) Select [USER] in Step 3). 1) Press ▲▼ to select [NOISE 5) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 72: [System Selector]

    [PICTURE] menu ■ When using <DVI-D IN> terminal ▶ [SYSTEM SELECTOR] ▶ zOnly during 480p or 576p signal input The projector will automatically detect the input signal, Select [RGB] or [YC but you can set the system method manually when an unstable signal is input.

  • Page 73: Making Srgb Compliant Images

    [PICTURE] menu ■ When using <SDI IN 1> terminal, ▶ Making sRGB compliant <SDI IN 2> terminal (PT-DZ21KU images and PT-DS20KU only) sRGB is color reproduction international standard ▶ zSingle link IEC61966-2-1, set by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). During SDI1 input, select [AUTO], [480i YC...

  • Page 74: [Position] Menu

    [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu [ASPECT] Select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. You can switch the aspect ratio of the image. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” The aspect ratio is switched within the screen range page 63) for the operation of the menu ...

  • Page 75: [Zoom]

    [POSITION] menu ■ [16:9] ▶ z If conventional (normal) 4:3 pictures which are not wide-screen pictures are displayed on a wide When standard signals are input, the pictures are screen, the edges of the pictures may not be visible displayed with the aspect ratio converted to 16:9. or they may become distorted.

  • Page 76: [Clock Phase]

    [POSITION] menu [CLOCK PHASE] [GEOMETRY] (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. Correct various types of distortion in a projected 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CLOCK PHASE].
  • Page 77 [POSITION] menu ▶ ▶ z[LENS THROW RATIO] z[VERTICAL KEYSTONE] Set the throw ratio for the lens used. ▶ z[VERTICAL KEYSTONE] ▶ z[HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] ▶ z[HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] ▶ z[VERTICAL ARC] ▶ z[VERTICAL BALANCE] ▶ z[HORIZONTAL ARC] Adjust the setting according to the lens shift range in vertical direction.

  • Page 78: [Keystone] (Pt-Dw17Ku Only)

    [POSITION] menu 4) Press ▲▼ to select the item to adjust, Note and press the <ENTER> button. z The menu or logo may extend beyond the edge of the screen when [GEOMETRY] is set. 5) Press ▲▼◀▶ to adjust the correction z If [EDGE BLENDING] ( page 81) adjustment and ...
  • Page 79 [POSITION] menu Note z The menu or logo may run off the screen when various adjustments are performed with [KEYSTONE]. z Various adjustments with [KEYSTONE] are possible to correct up to ±40° for the tilt in vertical direction. However, the picture quality will degrade and it will get harder to focus with more correction.

  • Page 80: [Advanced Menu]

    4) Press ◀▶ to adjust the blanking. ▶ z Changes within the following range. For PT-DZ21KU Left to right: 0 to 959, Top to bottom: 0 to 599 For PT-DS20KU Left to right: 0 to 699, Top to bottom: 0 to 524...

  • Page 81: [Input Resolution]

    [ADVANCED MENU] [INPUT RESOLUTION] [EDGE BLENDING] You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when The edge blending function allows multiple projector there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. images to be seamlessly overlapped by using the inclination of the brightness at the overlapped area. 1) Press ▲▼...
  • Page 82 12). Adjustment method is same as the procedure ▶ of [NON-OVERLAPPED BLACK LEVEL]. z When PT-DZ21KU or PT-DS20KU is used, z To use either horizontal or vertical edge blending proceed to Step 17). ▶ only, set all values of [OVERLAPPED BLACK z When PT-DW17KU is used, proceed to Step LEVEL] to 0.

  • Page 83: [Frame Response]

    [ADVANCED MENU] z The [AUTO TESTPATTERN] settings change in [FRAME LOCK] (PT-DZ21KU and conjunction with the [AUTO TESTPATTERN] in [COLOR MATCHING]. PT-DS20KU only) z Adjustment of the tilt of the border between [NON- OVERLAPPED BLACK LEVEL] and [BLACK Set this to view 3D display when the scanning BORDER LEVEL] is a function to perform the frequency of the signal is 25 Hz, 50 Hz, and 100 Hz.

  • Page 84: [Display Language] Menu

    [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu Select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 63) for the operation of the menu  screen. z Press ▲▼ to select a language, and press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 85: [3D Settings] Menu (Pt-Dz21Ku And Pt-Ds20Ku Only)

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D SYNC SETTING] Select [3D SETTINGS] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” Set the way in which the <3D SYNC 1 IN/OUT>...

  • Page 86: [3D Simul Input Setting]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ▶ zItems set in [3D SYNC2] [3D SIMUL INPUT SETTING] [OFF] Not used. Set to input and use simultaneous 3D images signals. Stereo synch output 1) Press ▲▼ to select [3D SIMUL INPUT 3D trigger output SETTING].

  • Page 87: [3D Input Format]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D INPUT FORMAT] [LEFT/RIGHT SWAP] Set the 3D format for the image signals being input. Flips the timing of the switch between the left and Set a 3D format that matches the input signal.

  • Page 88: [3D Picture Balance]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ■ To display [3D WAVEFORM ▶ [3D PICTURE BALANCE] MONITOR] Correct a shift when the brightness or color differ in The left eye and right eye images are divided and the right eye and left eye images.

  • Page 89: [3D Frame Delay]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D FRAME DELAY] [3D TEST PATTERN] Adjust the timing of the left-right switch of an image. The 3D test pattern can be used to check operation and make adjustments even without a 3D signal.

  • Page 90: [Safety Precautions Message]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [SAFETY PRECAUTIONS [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS] MESSAGE] Show safety precaution messages related to 3D viewing. Set to show or hide safety precaution messages 1) Press ▲▼ to select [3D SAFETY related to 3D viewing when the projector is switched PRECAUTIONS].

  • Page 91: [Display Option] Menu

    87) to set  whether 2D and 3D signals are set separately or whether common data is used. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) z When 2D and 3D settings are set separately, [NATIVE] or [3D] is displayed in the upper right of the menu.

  • Page 92: [Large Screen Correction]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To use a colorimeter to adjust the ▶ z Set the [AUTO TESTPATTERN] to [ON] to automatically display a test pattern for use in color matching adjusting the selected adjustment colors. z Before using a colorimeter or similar instrument to Use a colorimeter that can measure chromaticity measure measurement data, set [PICTURE MODE] coordinates and luminance to change the colors...

  • Page 93: [Screen Setting]

    When [SCREEN FORMAT] is set to [16:9], the vertical position can be adjusted from -132 to +131. Note z [SCREEN POSITION] cannot be adjusted in PT-DZ21KU when [SCREEN FORMAT] is [16:10], or in PT-DS20KU when [SCREEN FORMAT] is [4:3]. ENGLISH - 93...

  • Page 94: [Auto Setup]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To adjust position automatically ▶ [AUTO SETUP] 4) Select [POSITION ADJUST] in Step 3). You can set when adjusting a special signal or horizontally long (16:9, etc.) signal. 5) Press ◀▶ to switch [POSITION 1) Press ▲▼ to select [AUTO SETUP]. ADJUST].
  • Page 95 [ACTIVE], the signal is switched to the backup input *1: Only for PT-DW17KU if the input signal is disrupted. *2: Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU z When [AUTOMATIC SWITCHING] is set to 5) Press ▲▼ to select [AUTOMATIC [ENABLE] and the signal is automatically switched to the backup input due to disruption of the input SWITCHING].

  • Page 96: [Rgb In] (Supported During Rgb Signal Input Only)

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu 4) Press ◀▶ to switch [EDID]. [RGB IN] (supported during RGB ▶ z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. signal input only) [EDID3] [EDID1] [EDID2:PC] Set to match the signal to input to the <RGB 1 IN> terminal.

  • Page 97: [Hdmi In]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [HDMI IN] [SDI IN] (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) Switch the setting when the projector is connected to an external device via an HDMI cable and the image Set to match the signal to input to the <SDI IN is not projected correctly.

  • Page 98: [On-Screen Display]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To set [BIT DEPTH] ▶ ■ [OSD POSITION] ▶ Set the position of the menu screen (OSD). 4) Select [BIT DEPTH] in Step 3). z The setting will change as follows each time you 5) Press ◀▶ to switch [BIT DEPTH]. press the button.

  • Page 99: [Back Color]

    [NONE] LOGO] LOGO] z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [ON] [OFF] [DEFAULT The Panasonic logo is projected. LOGO] ■ [WARNING MESSAGE] ▶ [USER The picture registered by the user is LOGO] projected. You can set the display/hide of the warning message.

  • Page 100: [Shutter Setting]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To set [PC CORRECTION] ▶ 5) Press ◀▶ to switch. ▶ z The setting will change as follows each time To use the [PC CORRECTION] function, an optional you press the button. upgrade kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) is required. To purchase the product, consult your dealer.

  • Page 101: [Cut Off]

    (100 IRE) ) and adjust. z The waveform monitor is not displayed when on- screen display is hidden (off). z To display the waveform monitor in 3D image, use [3D WAVEFORM MONITOR]. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [CUT OFF] Image displayable...

  • Page 102: [Projector Setup] Menu

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTION METHOD] Select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Set the projection method in accordance with the Refer to “Navigating through the menu” installation status of the projector. page 63) for the operation of the menu ...

  • Page 103: [Cooling Condition]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [COOLING CONDITION] [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] Change the fan control depending on the direction of Set to [ON] to use the projector at 1 400 m (4 593 ft) projection. to 2 700 m (8 858 ft) elevations. Set [COOLING CONDITION] according to the 1) Press ▲▼...

  • Page 104: [Lamp Relay]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LAMP RELAY] [L1] Lamp 1 will light. [L2] Lamp 2 will light. The lump to be turned on can be automatically [L3] Lamp 3 will light. switched by setting a day and time. [L4] Lamp 4 will light. The degradation of the lamp due to continuous usage can be reduced by automatically switching the lamp [L1/L4]...

  • Page 105: [Brightness Control]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu times. Next, four lamps turn on eight hours after the elapsed from the time that the power is switched specified time and thereafter three lamps switch again after the specified time. z [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL GAIN] adjustments are z The operating time will be the local time.
  • Page 106 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ▶ 16) Press ◀▶ to switch [CALIBRATION zSetting [MODE] to [AUTO] MESSAGE]. 8) Press ▲▼ to select [LINK]. ▶ z The setting will change as follows each time 9) Press ◀▶ to switch [LINK]. you press the button. ▶...
  • Page 107 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu correction exceeds the maximum correction (2) Uses color to display status. amount. Green: There is margin for brightness correction. z In certain projector environments, dust may Yellow: There is less margin for brightness correction. accumulate on the lens or screen or inside the Red: An error occurred in luminance control.
  • Page 108 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ▶ ▶ zWhen [MODE] in [BRIGHTNESS z Error details CONTROL SETUP] is [PC] Error message Remedy z Set no more than eight projectors in one group. z Use a computer and [Exceed maximum the dedicated “Multi number of projectors.] Projector Monitoring &...

  • Page 109: [Standby Mode]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) Set [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL GAIN] [SCHEDULE] of all projectors to 100%. Set the command execution schedule for each day of 11) Set [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL GAIN] the week. of the darkest projector to 90%. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SCHEDULE]. 12) Adjust [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL 2) Press ◀▶...

  • Page 110: [Startup Input Select]

    2) Press ◀▶ to switch [STARTUP INPUT [SDI2] [DVI-D] SELECT]. ▶ z The setting will change as follows each time [SDI1] [HDMI] you press the button. *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only [LAST USED] [VIDEO] [RGB1] ▶ z[LAMP SELECT] [SDI2] [RGB2] [SINGLE]...

  • Page 111: Rs-232C]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To set the response ▶ has been turned off with the input set to SDI2, projection will start with the SDI1 input, even when [STARTUP INPUT SELECT] is set to [LAST USED]. 4) Select [RESPONSE(ID ALL)] in Step 3). 5) Press ◀▶...

  • Page 112: [Status]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [STATUS] Displays the sub version of the [SUB VERSION] firmware of the projector. Displays the status of the projector. [NETWORK Displays the network version of VERSION] the projector. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [STATUS]. [UPGRADE Displays the activation status 2) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 113: [No Signal Shut-Off]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [10MIN.] - Allows you to set in ten minutes z [MEMORY NO.]: [90MIN.] intervals. Displays the memory number of the input signal. z [INPUT]: Displays the input terminal [REMOTE2 MODE] currently selected. z [SIGNAL NAME]: You can set the <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal. Displays the input signal name.

  • Page 114: [Function Button]

    RIGHT page 87)  SWAP] Note *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only z To set the date and time automatically, the projector must be connected to the network. 4) Press the <ENTER> button. z If synchronization with the NTP server fails...

  • Page 115: [Lens Calibration]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LENS CALIBRATION] [LENS MEMORY] Automatically set the lens shift limit values and home Save and call the focus position, shift position and position for the projector. zoom position of an adjusted lens. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [LENS 1) Press ▲▼...
  • Page 116 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To call the lens position ▶ ■ To change the lens memory name ▶ 4) Select [LENS MEMORY LOAD] in Step 4) Select [LENS MEMORY EDIT] in Step 5) Press the <ENTER> button. 5) Press the <ENTER> button. ▶...

  • Page 117: [Save All User Data]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [SAVE ALL USER DATA] [INITIALIZE] Save the various setting values as a backup in the Return various setting values to their factory default built-in memory of the projector. settings. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SAVE ALL USER 1) Press ▲▼...

  • Page 118: [P In P] Menu

    [P IN P] menu [P IN P] menu Setting P IN P functions Select [P IN P] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. P IN P function settings can be saved to [USER1], Refer to “Navigating through the menu” [USER2], and [USER3].
  • Page 119 3D images cannot be displayed in P IN P. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) z The P IN P state continue even if 3D simultaneous is used to display 3D images in P IN P. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ENGLISH - 119...

  • Page 120: [Test Pattern] Menu

    [TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu ■ To change color or a focus test ▶ Select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. pattern Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 63) for the operation of the menu  When the “Menu Screen + Focus” test pattern is screen.

  • Page 121: [Signal List] Menu

    [SIGNAL LIST] menu [SIGNAL LIST] menu Renaming the registered data Select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 63) for the operation of the menu  1) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select the signal for screen.

  • Page 122: Protecting The Registered Data

    [SIGNAL LIST] menu Protecting the registered data Note z Switch the range that determines that a signal to be input is the same signal that is already registered. 1) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select the signal to z To prioritize the determination that it is the same protect.

  • Page 123: Managing The Sub Memory List

    [SIGNAL LIST] menu ■ To delete the sub memory data ▶ Managing the sub memory list 1) Press ◀▶ on the normal screen (when the menu is not displayed). The projector has a sub memory function that can ▶ z [SUB MEMORY LIST] screen is displayed. register the multiple image adjustment data, even if it 2) Use the ▲▼◀▶...

  • Page 124: [Security] Menu

    [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu Note Select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and z The [SECURITY PASSWORD] setting is set to select the item from the sub-menu. [OFF] at the time of purchase or when all the user Refer to “Navigating through the menu” data has been initialized.

  • Page 125: [Display Setting]

    [SECURITY] menu [DISPLAY SETTING] [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] Overlap the security message (text or image) over the Enable/disable the button operations on the control projecting image. panel and the remote control. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [DISPLAY 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CONTROL SETTING].
  • Page 126 [OTHER BUTTON] button ▶ zEnabling/disabling any remote control button *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only 9) Press ◀▶ to switch the item. 7) Select [USER] in Step 6). ▶ ▶ z Setting items can be selected for the buttons on z The setting will change as follows each time the remote control.

  • Page 127: [Control Device Password Change]

    The [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD BUTTON] is selected in [INPUT SELECT CHANGE] screen is displayed. BUTTON] on PT-DZ21KU or PT-DS20KU. 3) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select the text, and Switches between SDI1 and SDI2 press the <ENTER> button to enter the [TOGGLE] during button operations.

  • Page 128: [Network] Menu

    [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK CONTROL] Select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Set up the control method of the network. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 63) for the operation of the menu ...
  • Page 129 [NETWORK] menu 3) Press ▲▼ to select each item, and press ◀▶ to change the setting. Sets to [ON] when the Art-Net function is used. Sets to [OFF] [Art-Net] when the Art-Net function is not used. [PORT Enters a port address that the ADDRESS] projector processes Art-Net.

  • Page 130: Network Connections

    [NETWORK] menu Network connections The projector has a network function, and the following operations are available from the computer using the Web control. z Setting and adjustment of the projector z Display of the projector status z Setting of E-mail notification Note z A LAN cable is required to use the network function.

  • Page 131: Accessing From The Web Browser

    3) Enter the user name and the password. ▶ z The factory default setting of the user name is user1 (user rights)/admin1 (administrator rights) and the password is panasonic (lower case). 4) Click OK. ▶ z The [Projector status] page is displayed.
  • Page 132 [NETWORK] menu ■ Descriptions of items ▶ (1) Page tab Switches pages by clicking it. (2) [Status] The status of the projector is displayed by clicking this item. (3) [Projector control] The [Projector control] page is displayed by clicking this item. (4) [Detailed set up] The [Detailed set up] page is displayed by clicking this item.

  • Page 133: Error Information Page

    [NETWORK] menu ■ Error information page ▶ When [Error (Detail)] or [Warning (Detail)] is displayed in the self-diagnosis display of the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the error/warning details. ▶ z The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error.
  • Page 134 [NETWORK] menu Parameter Description There is a problem with the sensor used to detect exhaust air [AROUND LAMP TEMP. SENSOR] temperature. Consult your dealer. [BATTERY] The battery replacement is required. Consult your dealer. [LENS MOUNTER] There is a problem in the lens mounter. Consult your dealer. There is a problem with the luminance sensor.
  • Page 135 [NETWORK] menu ■ [Access error log] page ▶ Click [Status] → [Access error log]. The error log on the WEB server is displayed such as access to the pages that do not exist or access with unauthorized user names or passwords. ■...
  • Page 136 Switches to system daylight view settings. (4) [FREEZE] Temporarily pauses the image. (5) [P IN P] Switches the P IN P setting. (6) [LEFT/RIGHT SWAP] (PT-DZ21KU and (10) PT-DS20KU only) Switches the flip horizontal settings. (7) [WAVEFORM MONITOR] Displays the waveform of the input signal.
  • Page 137 [NETWORK] menu ■ [Network config] page ▶ Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. ▶ z Click [Network config] to display the [CAUTION!] screen. ▶ z Click [Next] to display the current settings. ▶ z Click [Change] to display the following setting change screen. (1) [PROJECTOR NAME] Enter the name of the projector.

  • Page 138: Adjust Clock] Page

    [NETWORK] menu ■ [Adjust clock] page ▶ Click [Detailed set up] → [Adjust clock]. (1) [Time Zone] Selects the time zone. (2) [Set time zone] Updates the time zone setting. (3) [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] Set to [ON] to adjust the date and time automatically. (4) [NTP SERVER NAME] Enter the IP address or server name of the NTP server when you set to adjust the date and time...
  • Page 139 [NETWORK] menu ■ [E-mail set up] page ▶ E-mail address set in advance for use when there is a problem or when the usage time of a lamp reaches a set value. E-mail can be sent to (maximum two locations). Click [Detailed set up] →...
  • Page 140 [NETWORK] menu ■ [E-mail set up] page (continued) ▶ (1) [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] Enter the E-mail address to be sent when two E-mail addresses are to be used. Leave it blank when two E-mail addresses are not to be used. (2) Settings of the conditions to send E-mail Select the conditions to send E-mail to the second E-mail address.
  • Page 141 [NETWORK] menu ■ [Authentication set up] page ▶ You can set the authentication items when POP authentication or SMTP authentication is necessary to send an E-mail message. Click [Detailed set up] → [Authentication set up]. (1) [Auth] Select the authentication method specified by your Internet service provider.

  • Page 142: Contents Of Mail Sent

    [NETWORK] menu ■ Contents of mail sent ▶ ▶ zExample of E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. 142 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 143 [NETWORK] menu ▶ zExample of the E-mail sent for an error The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred. ENGLISH - 143...
  • Page 144 [NETWORK] menu ■ User name [Change password] page ▶ Click [Change password]. (1) [Administrator] Used to change the setting of the [Administrator]. (2) [User] Used to change the setting of the [User]. (3) [Next] Used to change the setting of the password. ▶...
  • Page 145 [NETWORK] menu ▶ z[User] account (1) [Account] Displays the account to change. (2) [New][User name] Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) (3) [New][Password] Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) (4) [New][Password(Retype)] Enter the desired new password again.

  • Page 146: Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators

    Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicators <LAMP1>/<LAMP2>/<LAMP3>/<LAMP4>, the temperature indicator <TEMP>, and the filter indicator <FILTER> will inform you by lighting or flashing. Check the status of the indicators and manage the indicated problems as follows. Attention z When switching off the power to deal with problems, make sure to follow the procedure in “Switching off the projector”...
  • Page 147 Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators ■ Temperature indicator<TEMP> ▶ Indicator Flashing in red Flashing in red Lighting in red status (2 times) (3 times) Internal temperature Internal temperature is high The cooling fan has Status Warm-up status is high. (standby mode) stopped. (WARNING) z Did you turn on the z Is the air intake/exhaust port blocked? power when the...

  • Page 148: Maintenance/Replacement

    Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before maintaining/replacing the unit z Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining or replacing the unit. ( pages 50, 53)  z When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” ( page 53).
  • Page 149 Maintenance/replacement 3) Clean and dry the air filter unit. z Cleaning the air filter unit (i) Soak the air filter unit in cold or warm water and then lightly rinse it. •▶Do not use cleaning tools such as brushes. •▶When rinsing, hold the frame of the air filter unit without putting strong pressure on the filter unit. (ii) Rinse the unit two to three times using fresh water each time.

  • Page 150: Replacing The Unit

    Maintenance/replacement Note z Take care not to touch the radiator fin when removing dirt or dust. z Make sure that the air filter unit is properly attached before using the projector. If it is not properly attached, the projector will suck in dirt and dust causing a malfunction. –▶If you use the projector without attaching the air filter unit, the message appears on the projection screen for approximately 30 seconds.

  • Page 151: Lamp Unit

    Attention z Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured by Panasonic. Use only specified lamp units. z For portrait setting, always use the replacement lamp unit (for portrait mode).

  • Page 152: When To Replace The Lamp Unit

    Maintenance/replacement z When using the replacement lamp unit (for portrait mode), always use it with portrait setting. Note z The model numbers of accessories and optional components are subject to change without notice. ■ When to replace the lamp unit ▶...
  • Page 153 Maintenance/replacement Attention z Be careful to hold the lamp unit cover and to loosen the lamp unit cover fixing screws with the projector installed upward in the vertical direction since the lamp unit cover may open and the lamp case may drop off on its weight.
  • Page 154 Maintenance/replacement 6) Attach the lamp case. ▶ z Gently push in the lamp case along the grooves for the lamp case attachment guide on the projector, and then firmly tighten the lamp case fixing screws (two screws). ▶ z When you secure the lamp case with the projector installed upward in the vertical direction, the lamp case may drop off on its weight.

  • Page 155: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Page z Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? ― z Is the <MAIN POWER> switch turned <OFF>? z Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? ―...
  • Page 156 Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Page The menu screen z Is the on-screen display function turned off (hidden)? 27, 60 does not appear. z Is the [CONTROL PANEL] setting in [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] set to The buttons on the [DISABLE]? control panel do not operate.

  • Page 157: Self-Diagnosis Display

    Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis display A self-diagnosis display which automatically displays errors and warnings, and their details, is placed on the side of the projector. ( page 27)  In the following cases, a self-diagnosis display is flipped vertically. z When [COOLING CONDITION] ( page 103) is set to [AUTO], and the automatically recognized result displayed ...
  • Page 158 Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis Details Measure display Lamp 1 not installed Lamp 2 not installed z Attach the lamp unit. Lamp 3 not installed Lamp 4 not installed Air filter unit not installed z Attach the air filter unit. Clog sensor error z Clean the air filter unit or replace it.
  • Page 159 Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis Details Measure display Exhaust fan 1 warning Exhaust fan 2 warning Exhaust fan 3 warning Exhaust fan 4 warning Intake fan 1 warning Intake fan 2 warning Lamp 1 fan warning Lamp 2 fan warning Lamp 3 fan warning Lamp 4 fan warning Lamp 1 power transmission error z When the display does not clear even after switching...
  • Page 160 Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis Details Measure display FPGA 1/2 configuration error FPGA 3 configuration error Lens mounter error Geometric adjustment board communication error Geometric distortion correction board communication error Internal error Internal error Exhaust fan 1 error Exhaust fan 2 error Exhaust fan 3 error Exhaust fan 4 error Intake fan 1 error...

  • Page 161: Technical Information

    Parameters are returned with the following values. INST? Input selection list query “11 12 21 31 32” (only for PT-DW17KU) “11 12 21 31 32 33 34” (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) Returns the name set in [PROJECTOR NAME] of [NETWORK NAME? Projector name query SETUP].

  • Page 162: Using Art-Net Function

    16-23 VIDEO 24-31 DVI-D 32-39 HDMI 40-47 Input selection SDI 1 48-55 (Only for PT-DZ21KU/PT-DS20KU) SDI 2 56-63 No operation 64-127 Execute P IN P, USER1 128-135 Execute P IN P, USER2 136-143 Execute P IN P, USER3 144-151 No operation...
  • Page 163 Technical information Channel Control details Performance Parameter Remark (-) High 0-31 speed Lens (-) Low 32-63 adjustment speed (-) Fine 64-95 adjustment Adjustment stop 96-127 Lens control (+) Fine 128-159 adjustment Lens (+) Low 160-191 adjustment speed (+) High 192-223 speed Command performance 224-255...
  • Page 164 Technical information Channel Control details Performance Parameter Remark 0.0s 0-15 0.5s 16-31 1.0s 32-47 1.5s 48-63 2.0s 64-79 2.5s 80-95 Operate together with channel Fade-out time setting 3.0s 96-111 3.5s 112-127 4.0s 128-143 5.0s 144-159 7.0s 160-175 10.0s 176-191 No operation 192-255 0-31 PC-1...

  • Page 165: Control Commands Via Lan

    3) Generate a 32-byte hash value from the following data using MD5 algorithm. “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) ▶ zCommand transmission method Transmit using the following command formats.
  • Page 166 Technical information ■ When Web control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect ▶ mode) ▶ zConnecting 1) Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1024) of the projector and request for a connection to the projector. You can obtain both the IP address and the port number from the menu screen of the projector.

  • Page 167: Serial In>/ Terminal

    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 ▶ When using 1 unit When using multiple units Connecting terminals on projector 1 Connecting terminals on projector 2 D-Sub 9-pin D-Sub 9-pin...

  • Page 168: Basic Format

    Technical information ■ Basic format ▶ Transmission from the computer starts with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. (2 bytes) Semicolon (1 byte) Colon 2 ID characters (2 bytes) 1 byte Start Parameter...

  • Page 169: When Multiple Projectors Are Controlled

    Technical information ■ When multiple projectors are controlled ▶ ▶ zWhen multiple projectors are all controlled When controlling multiple projectors together via RS-232C, perform the following settings. 1) Set a different ID for each projector 2) Set [RESPONSE(ID ALL)] to [ON] in only one projector 3) Set [RESPONSE(ID ALL)] to [OFF] for all other projectors set in Step 2) ▶...

  • Page 170: Control Command

    RG1 = RGB1 RG2 = RGB2 DVI=DVI-D HD1 = HDMI Switching the input SD1 = SDI 1 (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) signal SD2 = SDI 2 (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) 0 = Quad 1 = Lamp 1/4 2 = Lamp 2/3...

  • Page 171: Remote 2 In> Terminal

    Technical information <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal It is possible to control the projector remotely (by external contact) from a control panel 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 panel.

  • Page 172: Two Window Display Combination List

    (The WUXGA signal is only compatible with VESA CVT RB (Reduced Blanking) signals.) *3: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24sF, 1080/24p, 1080/25p, 1080/30p, 1080/50p, 1080/60p *4: Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU Note z When the resolution of the sub window input signal exceeds 1 280 horizontal pixels, picture quality of the sub window may deteriorate.

  • Page 173: Control Device Password

    Technical information Control device password To initialize your password, consult your distributor. Upgrade kit (only supports PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU) If the optional accessories upgrade kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) is applied, the following functions are extended. Function Standard status When the upgrade kit is applied Adjustment range of [VERTICAL Maximum of ±40°...

  • Page 174: List Of Compatible Signals

    Technical information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projector. Scanning frequency Plug and play Dots Resolution clock Mode Format Horizontal Vertical DVI-D DVI-D DVI-D (Dots) Frequency RGB2 HDMI (kHz) (Hz) EDID1 EDID2 EDID3 (MHz)
  • Page 175 D: DVI-D H: HDMI R: RGB Y: YC SDI: SDI (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) *3: For single link connections only *4: When a 1125 (1035)/60i signal was input, it is displayed as a 1125 (1080)/60i signal. *5: SDI 1 only...
  • Page 176 *11: Only for PT-DZ21KU Note z There are 1 920 x 1 200 display dots for PT-DZ21KU, 1 400 x 1 050 for PT-DS20KU, and 1 366 x 768 for PT-DW17KU. A signal with a different resolution is converted to the number of display dots and displayed.
  • Page 177 Technical information Scanning frequency HDMI DVI-D Dot clock 3D compatible Resolution frequency Horizontal Vertical signal (Dots) (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 1 366 x 768 47.7 59.8 85.5 ― ― ― ― ― ― ― 1366 x 768 1 366 x 768 39.6 49.9 69.0...
  • Page 178 Technical information HDMI RGB1 SDI1 Scanning RGB1/RGB2 SDI1/SDI2 & & & frequency Dot clock DVI-D RGB2 SDI2 3D compatible Resolution frequency signal (Dots) (MHz) Horizontal Vertical (5) (2) (4) (6) (kHz) (Hz) 1 280 x 1 024 52.4 50.0 88.0 ―...

  • Page 179: Specifications

    Light output 20 000 lm (ANSI) 17 000 lm (ANSI) Horizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz, Vertical: 24 Hz to 120 Hz PIAS (Panasonic Intelligent Auto Scanning) system For RGB signal Dot clock frequency 162 MHz or less [480i] H: 15.73 kHz, V: 59.94 Hz [576i] H: 15.63 kHz, V: 50 Hz...
  • Page 180 Specifications Model No. PT-DZ21KU PT-DS20KU PT-DW17KU Contrast ratio 10 000:1 (when [DYNAMIC IRIS] is set to [3]) 1 set (BNC x 5 (RGB/YP /YC x 1)) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (SYNC ON GREEN: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω)
  • Page 181 Specifications Model No. PT-DZ21KU PT-DS20KU PT-DW17KU Width: 620 mm (24-13/32"), Height: 255 mm (10-1/32") (excluding the legs), Dimensions Depth: 730 mm (28-3/4") (excluding the projection lens cover) Weight Approx 43.0 kg (94.8 lbs.) Operating environment temperature : 0°C (32°F) to 45°C (113°F)

  • Page 182: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm (24-13/32") * Actual dimensions may differ depending on the product. 182 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 183: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards

    Request for a qualified technician to do the installation. z Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic or the inappropriate choice of location for installation, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.

  • Page 184: Index

    Index Index 0 – 9 Remote control [PICTURE MODE] Expanding signal lock-in range [P IN P] 66, 118 [3D COLOR MATCHING] P IN P function [3D FRAME DELAY] [POSITION] 65, 74 [3D INPUT FORMAT] Filter indicator Power cord <FOCUS> button [3D PICTURE BALANCE] Power indicator [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS]...
  • Page 185 Index <STATUS> button Remote control 24, 61 Switch input signal Switch off the projector Switch on the projector. [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] [SYSTEM SELECTOR] Temperature indicator <TEST> button Remote control 24, 62 [TEST PATTERN] 66, 120 [TEXT CHANGE] [TINT] Troubleshooting Two window display [UNIFORMITY] Upgrade kit <VIDEO>...
  • Page 186 Environment care information for users in China This symbol is only valid in China. Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2012 Panasonic System Communications Company of North America 5th Floor, Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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