Panasonic PT-D995U Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating
Instructions
PROJECTOR
PT-D995U
Model No.
1-60
Operating Instructions
Read these instructions completely before operating this unit.
TQBJ0026

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions PROJECTOR PT-D995U Model No. 1-60 Operating Instructions Read these instructions completely before operating this unit. TQBJ0026...
  • Page 2: Dear Panasonic Customer

    This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will help you to get the most performance out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic D-ILA projector.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A. only) CAUTION: Changes or modification not approved by Panasonic could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 4 Xenon gas is enclosed with high pressure inside the light-source lamp (lamp unit) of this projector. If you drop or impart a shock to the lamp, or discard it as is, there is the possibility of explosion, leading to personal injury.
  • Page 5 S A F E T Y P R E C A U T I O N S ( C o n t . ) *DO NOT allow any unqualified person to install the unit. Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit (eg.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Projection Screen Sizes Effective Range and Distance of the Remote Control unit Connecting to Various Devices Signals that Can Be Input to the Projector Connecting to Video Devices Connecting to Hi-Vision Devices Connecting to Other Devices Connecting to Devices which Control the...
  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories The following accessories are included with this projector. Check for them; if any item is missing, please contact your dealer. AAA/R03-size dry cell battery (x2) Power cord Remote control unit (TNQE168) [approx. 2.5 m (8.2 ft)] (for checking operation)
  • Page 8: Controls And Features

    Raise this handle when carrying the projector. How to use the carrying handle When carrying the projector, do not shock it. Be careful to keep its balance. Do not carry it while the light source lamp is on or the cooling fan is operating.
  • Page 9: Left-Hand Side

    Adjustable foot (for horizontal angle adjustment) It is set at the shortest position when shipped from the factory Turn the foot to make the projector level. Adjustment can be made in the range of + 1.5° and – 1.5° from the horizontal position.
  • Page 10: Bottom Surface

    Air is taken in through this area to cool the light-source lamp. If this area is blocked or if something that obstructs taking in or exhausting air is placed around the projector, heat may build up inside and could cause a fire. For details, refer to “Precautions for Installation”...
  • Page 11: Control Panel

    Blinking : When in cool-down mode. About the cool-down mode: This projector has a function to cool down the heated lamp for a fixed period of time after projection is finished. This feature is referred to as the cool-down mode.
  • Page 12 QUICK ALIGN. VIDEO button Use this button to select a device such as a video deck connected to the AV IN terminal of the projector. Each time you press the button, the device selected changes as follows: VIDEO COMPUTER button Use this button to select a device connected to the COMPUTER -1 or -2 terminals.
  • Page 13: Connector Panel

    The video input terminals (AV IN input terminals) can be switched with the projector’s or remote control’s VIDEO button. However, since this projector has only a single audio input terminal, reconnect audio input in accordance with the AV device to be used.
  • Page 14 COMPUTER IN (computer input) -2 terminal. * When input to COMPUTER -2 is selected, the audio signal input is reproduced by the projector’s speakers. Also, signals can be output from the AUDIO OUT (audio output) terminal.
  • Page 15: Remote Control Unit

    COMPUTER 1 VIDEO button Use this button to select the devices such as a video connected to the projector’s AV IN (AV input) terminals. Each time you press the button, the selection changes as follows: VIDEO ZOOM (T/W) button Use these buttons to increase or decrease the screen size.
  • Page 16: Installing Batteries

    Controls and Features (cont.) Installing Batteries Install batteries in the remote control. If the remote control has started to work erratically, replace the batteries. Open the back cover. While pushing on the back cover, slide it in the direction of the arrow. Install the batteries.
  • Page 17: Installing The Projector

    Avoid using the projector placed on its side. This could cause a malfunction. Use the projector within the installed angle. Avoid using the projector inclined ±30° or more right-to-left or left-to-right. This could cause color variation or harm the lamp life.
  • Page 18: Projection Distance And Screen Size

    Installing the Projector (Cont.) Projection Distance and Screen Size The projector’s projection lens is a zoom lens of about 1.5 x. The screen size at the maximum enlargement is 1.5 times that of the minimum size. The projection distance that can be focused is 2.5 to 20 m. Install the projector within this range.
  • Page 19: Relationship Between Projection Distances And Projection Screen Sizes

    Installing the Projector (Cont.) Relationship between Projection Distances and Projection Screen Sizes For 4 : 3 aspect ratio screens Projection distance Minimum projection screen size (Tele end) 42” 8.2 ft (2.5 m) 51” 9.84 ft (3.0 m) 13.12 ft (4.0 m) 68”...
  • Page 20: Effective Range And Distance Of The Remote Control Unit

    10 m (32.8 ft) or less. The operable angles of the remote control unit is 50° right to left, and 15° up and down. The effective range and distance of the remote control unit Use the projector with A+B about 10 m (32.8 ft) or less. Projector (PT-D995U) Depending on the type of the screen used, the effective distance of the remote control may be reduced.
  • Page 21: Connecting To Various Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices * Before connection, be sure to turn off the projector and connected devices. * Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Signals that Can Be Input to the Projector The following signals can be input to the projector:...
  • Page 22: Connecting To Video Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Video Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and video device. Read the manual which comes with each video device thoroughly. Use the supplied AV connection cable. An AV connection cable with an S video terminal is not supplied.
  • Page 23: Connecting To Other Devices

    Read the manual thoroughly which comes with each device to be connected. By connecting a computer to the RS-232C connector, you can control the projector. Also, you can make an infrared remote sensor extension unit and connect it to the REMOTE terminal of the projector.
  • Page 24: Connecting To Computer Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Computer Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer devices. Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Connection to an IBM PC or IBM-compatible computer Use the supplied computer connection cable. Also, prepare cables required for connecting the devices connected.
  • Page 25 Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Computer Devices (Cont.) Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer devices. Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Connection to Macintosh Use the supplied Personal computer connection cable and the supplied conversion adapter for Mac.
  • Page 26: Connecting The Power Cord (Supplied)

    Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting the Power Cord (Supplied) After all devices have finished being connected, connect the projector’s power cord. At this time, do not turn on the MAIN POWER switch yet. Power cord (supplied) To prevent fire and electric shock, observe the following: When you do not use devices, pull out their power cords from wall outlets.
  • Page 27: When Turning On The Devices Connected To The Projector

    After the fans have stopped, turn off the MAIN POWER switch and pull out the power cord. After that, re-insert the power cord and try to operate the projector. If it goes into emergency again, after the fans have stopped, turn off the main power switch,...
  • Page 28: Basic Operations

    (Or press the remote control’s OPERATE button for one second or more.) The STAND BY indicator changes to blinking, and the projector goes into cool-down mode. Example of the projector’s button Turn off the MAIN POWER switch after the STAND BY indicator changes to steady on.
  • Page 29: Selecting The Video Input To Be Projected

    To select the The video input terminal (AV IN input terminal) can be switched with the VIDEO button. However, since this projector has only a single audio input terminal, reconnect audio input in accordance with the AV device to be used.
  • Page 30: Adjusting Focus

    Basic Operations (Cont.) Remote control unit FOCUS (+/-) buttons VOL. (+/-) buttons 4. Adjusting focus Adjust focus with the remote control’s FOCUS buttons. To focus on farther points: Press the FOCUS (+) button. To focus on nearer points: Press the FOCUS (-) button. Remote control unit Focus adjustment can also be made on the setting menu.
  • Page 31: For Operating Other Functions

    Use either the remote control’s or projector’s button. When using the remote control unit: Press the QUICK ALIGN. button. When using the projector: Clear the menu display, and press the projector’s QUICK ALIGN. “+ ” and “- ” buttons at the same time.
  • Page 32 The main menu appears on the screen. Remote control unit change the menu language displayed English is set when the projector is shipped from the factory. The language displayed can be selected from the following six languages: (Japanese), ENGLISH, DEUTSCH (German), ESPAÑOL (Spanish), ITALIANO (Italian), and FRANÇAlS (French).
  • Page 33: Operating The Setting Menu

    (connection). This adjustment menu (setting menu) can be displayed with only the projector’s button. After displaying the setting menu, you can select or set (adjust) items with cursor buttons on the remote control unit.
  • Page 34: Operating The Main Menu

    16 : 9 can be selected. After an input signal is no longer detected. The projector goes into a stand-by state. The stand-by state is not entered immediately. It takes time (the sleep time). This time is selectable : 10, 20, 30, 60 minutes.
  • Page 35 When projecting high-vision image, a ratio of 16 : 9 can be selected. After an input signal is no longer detected. The projector goes into a stand-by state. The stand-by state is not entered immediately. It takes time (the sleep time). This time is selectable : 10, 20, 30, 60 minutes.
  • Page 36: Operating The Main Menu (Basic Operation Of The Main Menu)

    Source Input line Decoder (color system) Language For projector’s menus, the setting menu and the main menu are available. Here, we explain about the operation of the main menu. (see pages to 49) For the setting menu, refer to “Making Basic Settings” on page 33.
  • Page 37: Changing The Color System

    When video signals from AV devices are input, the item for the color system can be set. AUTO is set for the color system when the projector is shipped from the factory. Normally, use it in AUTO. If operation in AUTO is unstable such as with color not being shown, set to a dedicated color system accordance with the color system of the signal being input.
  • Page 38: Changing The Language Display

    ITALIANO FRANÇAlS French About language display English is selected when the projector is shipped from the factory. The languages in the menu display are the following six : ENGLISH, DEUTSCH (German), ESPAÑOL (Spanish), and FRANÇAIS (French). However, some text such as “QUICK ALIGNMENT” is displayed only in English.
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Pixel Clock

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting the Pixel Clock Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Main menu Submenu item (PIXEL CLOCK) The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. A dim screen could be caused by insufficient adjustment of brightness and contrast.
  • Page 40: Adjusting The Screen Position

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting the Screen Position Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Main menu Submenu item (POSITION) The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Adjust the position of the screen if it is displaced.
  • Page 41: Adjusting Picture Quality

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Picture Quality Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Main menu Submenu item (PICTURE) The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Adjustment items (on the PICTURE menu) are different when AV signals are input and when computer-related signals are input.
  • Page 42 Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Picture Quality (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Submenu items [PICTURE menu] The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Adjustment items (on the PICTURE menu) are different when AV signals are input and when computer-related signals are input.
  • Page 43 Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Picture Quality (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Submenu items [PICTURE menu] The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Adjustment items (on the PICTURE menu) are different when AV signals are input and when computer-related signals are input.
  • Page 44: Adjusting Sound Quality

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Sound Quality Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Main menu Submenu item (SOUND) The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Adjust the quality (treble/bass) of sound.
  • Page 45: Setting And Adjusting Other Functions (Options)

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Setting and Adjusting Other Functions (OPTIONS) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Main menu Submenu item (OPTIONS) The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Items to be set (adjusted) are different when AV signals are input and when computer system signals are input.
  • Page 46 Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Setting and Adjusting Other Functions (OPTIONS) (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Submenu items [OPTIONS menu] The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Items to be set (adjusted) are different when AV signals are input and when computer-system signals are input.
  • Page 47 Vision devices (W-VHS VCR, etc.) 4 : 3 1 6 : 9 Sets the length of sleep time which automatically brings the projector into stand- by state. You can select one of the following sleep times : 10 minutes, 20 minute, 30 SLEEP TIME minutes, and 60 minutes.
  • Page 48: Changing (Setting) The Source

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Changing (Setting) the Source Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Main menu Submenu item [SOURCE] The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Items that can be set are different when video signals are input and when computer signals are input.
  • Page 49 Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Changing (Setting) the Source (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button Cursor buttons PAGE BACK button Submenu item (SOURCE menu) The selected item is shown in magenta color. Items shown in gray color cannot be operated or set in the current mode. Items that can be set are different when video signals are input and when computer signals are input.
  • Page 50: Replacing The Light-Source Lamp

    Panasonic Service center. If the projector is set up in a tight place which is unsuitable for work, and if you perform replacement work there, this could hurt you. Move the projector to a place wide enough for work, and then replace the lamp.
  • Page 51 Install the lamp unit and close the lamp-replacement opening cover correctly; otherwise, a safety switch is activated to prevent the projector from operating. If the claw on the lamp-replacement opening cover is damaged, the projector may not possibly operate. Then, replace with a new lamp-replacement opening cover.
  • Page 52: Resetting The Lamp Use Time

    Resetting the Lamp Use Time After replacing with a new light-source lamp, reset the counter inside the projector. This works to reset the life calculation of the light-source lamp, allowing the used time of the new light-source lamp to be accumulated.
  • Page 53: Cleaning And Replacing The Filter

    Otherwise, dirt may get inside and appear on the screen, possibly preventing you from enjoying the video image fully. If dirt gets inside or if you need information about the filter, consult a Panasonic-authorized dealer where you have purchased the projector or nearest Panasonic Service center.
  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Solutions to common problems related to your projector are described here. If none of the solutions presented here solves the problem, unplug the projector and consult a Panasonic-authorized dealer or service center. Symptom Probable cause Power is not supplied.
  • Page 55 Is the distance too long? * This projector is equipped with a microcomputer that may operate abnormally due to interference from external components. If this happens, turn off the main power and disconnect the power cord from the wall AC outlet. Then reconnect the power cord to AC outlet and turn on the main power again.
  • Page 56: Specifications

    Specifications Opto-mechanical system Projection method 3D-ILA device, 1 lens, 3 primary color optical shutter method D-ILA device 0.9” (approx. 2.3cm) measured diagonally (1365 x 1024 pixels) x 3 (Total number of pixels : 4,193,280) Projecting lens Electric-driven zoom of 1.5 x Screen size 42”...
  • Page 57 0 to 0.5Vrms (variable output) [CONTROL] RS-232C : 1-line, D-sub 9-pin x 1 * RS-232C-interface specified control terminal for controlling this projector with a personal computer. REMOTE : 1 -line, mini-jack x 1 * Remote terminal for connecting an infrared remote sensor extension unit, etc.
  • Page 58: Outside Dimensions

    Specifications (Cont.) Outside dimensions Unit: inch (mm) *1: Protrusion excluded Side Front...
  • Page 59 Specifications (Cont.) Pin assignment (Specifications for connectors/terminal) Y/C terminal RS-232C connector COMPUTER IN-1 (PC) / COMPUTER OUT connector Pin number Signal name GND (Y) GND (C) Pin number Signal name Pin number Pin number Signal name Pin number Green Blue GND (Red) GND (Green) GND (Blue)
  • Page 60 Professional/Industrial Video Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Executive Office: One Panasonic Way (2E-6) Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 EASTERN ZONE: 610 (269) 8369 CENTRAL ZONE: 608 (846) 4778 WESTERN ZONE: 707 (584) 7189 Government Marketing Department: 52 West Gude Drive, Rockville, MD 20850 (301) 738-3840 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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