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LCD Projector
Operating Instructions
Model No.
Commercial Use
PT-LB20NTE
PT-LB20E
PT-LB20SE
PT-LB20VE
POWER
INPUT
VIDEO
RGB
AUTO
MENU
SETUP
ENTER
FREEZE
SHUTTER
STD
VOLUME
D.ZOOM
INDEX
WINDOW
PROJECTOR
R
TQBJ 0168
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. LCD Projector Commercial Use Operating Instructions Model No. PT-LB20NTE PT-LB20E PT-LB20SE PT-LB20VE POWER INPUT VIDEO AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX... -
Page 2: Important Safety Notice
We hope it will help you to get the most out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector. The serial number of your product may be found on its bottom. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is required. - Page 3 If you use serial port to connect PC for external control of projector, you must use optional RS-232C serial interface cable with ferrite core. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the user ’...
- Page 4 NGLISH...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Precautions with regard to safety ...6 Accessories ...10 Before use ...11 Location and function of each part...13 Getting started Setting-up...18 Projection methods, Projector position, Projection distances Connections...21 Connecting to computer, Connecting to video equipment Preparation for the remote control unit...23 Basic operation Turning on the power...24... -
Page 6: Precautions With Regard To Safety
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, or if the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken, disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. B Continued use of the projector in this condition may result in fire or electric shocks. B Contact an Authorised Service Centre for repairs. - Page 7 Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable. B If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and injury or damage could result.
- Page 8 B Fire or electric shocks can result. Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used. B Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you look directly into this light, it can hurt and damage your eyes.
- Page 9 B If dust is left to build up inside the projector without being cleaned out, it can result in fire or problems with operation. B It is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector before the season for humid weather arrives. Ask your nearest Authorised Service Centre to clean the projector when required.
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Page 10: Accessories
Accessories Check that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your projector. Card remote control unit (N2QADC000008 x1) POWER INPUT VIDEO AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR CD-ROM* (TQBH9007 x1) *PT-LB20NTE only... -
Page 11: Before Use
When placing the projector inside the carrying bag, position it so that the lens is facing upward. Do not put anything else in the bag other than the projector and the cables. Cautions regarding setting-up Avoid setting up in places which are subject to vibration or shocks. -
Page 12: Notes On Use
If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified and projected onto the screen. Moreover, when not using the projector, retract the lens and then cover it with the lens cover. Screen Do not apply any volatile substances which may cause discolouration to the screen, and do not let it become dirty or damaged. -
Page 13: Location And Function Of Each Part
Microsaver Security System from Kensington. ' Leg adjuster buttons (L/R) (page 25) These buttons are used to unlock the front adjustable legs. Press to adjust the angle of tilt of the projector. ( Lens cover ) Projection lens * Remote control signal receptor (page 23) &... - Page 14 Projector <Back and bottom> # Connector panel (page 15) $ Air outlet port Do not cover this port. % Speaker & Front adjustable legs (L/R) (page 25) ' Air inlet port, Air filter (page 54) Do not cover this port.
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Page 15: Connector Panel
Do not use any mains lead other than the accessory mains lead. $ SERIAL connector (pages 21, 22 and 64) This connector is used to connect a personal computer to the projector in order to control the projector externally. (RS-232C compatible) -
Page 16: Projector Control Panel
Projector control panel # $ % & Remote control unit # RGB INPUT indicator This indicator illuminates when a signal is being input to the connector (RGB1 IN or RGB2 IN) selected using the input select buttons. It also illuminates while the direct power off function is operating. - Page 17 % TEMP indicator (page 52) This indicator illuminates if an abnormally high temperature is detected inside the projector or around it. If the temperature rises above a certain level, the power supply will be turned off automatically and the indicator will flash.
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Page 18: Setting-Up
B Do not set up the projector vertically or tilted horizontally, otherwise it may cause damage to the projector. B It is recommended that you set up the projector in a place that is tilted at less than ±30° vertically. Setting up the projector in places that are tilted at more than ±30°... -
Page 19: Projector Position
Projector position Top edge of screen Screen Bottom edge of screen Screen Projection distances PT-LB20NTE/PT-LB20E 4:3 Screen size (diagonal) Wide (LW) 0.84 m(33˝) 1.02 m(40˝) 1.2 m(3´11˝) 1.27 m(50˝) 1.5 m(4´11˝) 1.52 m(60˝) 1.8 m(5´10˝) 1.78 m(70˝) 2.1 m(6´10˝) 2.03 m(80˝) 2.4 m(7´10˝) - Page 20 PT-LB20SE 4:3 Screen size (diagonal) 0.84 m(33˝) 1.02 m(40˝) 1.27 m(50˝) 1.52 m(60˝) 1.78 m(70˝) 2.03 m(80˝) 2.29 m(90˝) 2.54 m(100˝) 3.05 m(120˝) 3.81 m(150˝) 5.08 m(200˝) 6.35 m(250˝) 7.62 m(300˝) PT-LB20VE 4:3 Screen size (diagonal) 0.84 m(33˝) 1.02 m(40˝) 1.27 m(50˝) 1.52 m(60˝) 1.78 m(70˝)
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Page 21: Connections
SELECT” in the “OPTION” menu is set to “OUTPUT”. (page 46) Computer RGB signal cable Refer to the accessory CD-ROM for details on the wireless network that can be used for controlling the projector with a personal computer. (PT-LB20NTE only) Monitor NGLISH... -
Page 22: Connecting To Video Equipment
Connecting to video equipment Computer for control use Serial adapter (ET-ADSER : DIN 8-pin sold separately) (male) NOTE: B If the signal cables are disconnected or if the power supply for the computer or video deck is turned off while “D.ZOOM”(digital zoom) or “INDEX WINDOW”... -
Page 23: Preparation For The Remote Control Unit
Place the projector as far away from light sources as possible. B If facing the remote control unit toward the screen to operate the projector, the operating range of the remote control unit will be limited by the amount of light reflection loss caused by the characteristics of the screen used. -
Page 24: Turning On The Power
BThe POWER button on the projector will illuminate red. Press the POWER button. BThe POWER button on the projector will flash green. After a short period, it will illuminate green, and a picture will be projected. Turn on the power of all connected devices. -
Page 25: Input Signal
BWhen a YP signal is being input, “YP instead of “RGB”. B“NETWORK” is for PT-LB20NTE only. Follow the procedure below when you set the projector up first, and when you change the setup place. Adjusting the angle BWhile pressing the adjuster buttons, adjust the forward/back angle of tilt of the projector. -
Page 26: Turning Off The Power
B You can also turn off the power by pressing the POWER button twice or by holding it down for at least 0.5 seconds. B When the projector is in standby mode (the POWER button on the projector is illuminated red), the projector continues to draw approximately 4 W of power even when the cooling fan has stopped. -
Page 27: Direct Power Off Function
B When this function is used, it may take more time for the lamp to turn back on again compared to when the lamp cools down with the mains lead connected. B Do not put the projector in a bag while the POWER button on the projector is illuminated. CAUTION If not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. -
Page 28: Correcting Keystone Distortion And Automatic Positioning
Correcting keystone distortion and automatic positioning (AUTO SETUP) This projector detects its degree of tilt and the input signal. Keystone distortion and the position of the image can then be corrected automatically in accordance with the input signal. POWER INPUT... -
Page 29: Turning Off The Picture And Sound Momentarily
(SHUTTER) The “SHUTTER” function can be used to momentarily turn off the picture and sound from the projector when the projector is not being used for short periods of time, such as during breaks in meetings or when carrying out preparation. -
Page 30: Enlarging The Picture
VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR The remote control unit functions during D.ZOOM (digital zoom) Press the D.ZOOM +/- buttons to change the enlargement ratio. Press the F,G,IandHbuttons to move the enlarged area which you want to project. Press the MENU button to return to the normal screen. -
Page 31: Displaying Two Screens
SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR The remote control unit functions during INDEX WINDOW Press the F or G button to select a screen size. It can switch to three stages. Still Moving picture picture Press the I I or H H button to switch between the still picture screen and moving picture screen. -
Page 32: On-Screen Menus
On-screen menus Menu screens The various settings and adjustments for this projector can be carried out by selecting the operations from on-screen menus. The general arrangement of these menus is shown below. MAIN MENU M E N U K E Y S T O N E... - Page 33 POSITION menu (page 41) P O S I T I O N P O S I T I O N D O T C L O C K C L O C K P H A S E A S P E C T 4 : 3 R E S I Z I N G F R A M E L O C K...
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Page 34: Menu Operation Guide
INPUT VIDEO AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR Menu operation (on connector panel) NOTE: B Press the MENU button to return to the previous screen. 34-E NGLISH # Press the MENU button. The “MAIN MENU”... -
Page 35: Factory Default
“STANDARD” from the menu screen and then press the ENTER button. Unavailable on-screen menu items This projector has unadjustable items and unusable functions depending on the signal being input. When an item cannot be adjusted or a function cannot be used, the... -
Page 36: Correcting Keystone Distortion
However, the greater the correction amount, the more the picture quality will deteriorate, and the harder it will become to achieve a good level of focus. To obtain the best picture quality, set up the projector and screen in such a way that the amount of keystone correction required is as minimal as possible. -
Page 37: Adjusting The Picture
Adjusting the picture Press the F or G button on the projector or remote control unit to select an item, and then press the I or H button to change the setting. For items with bar scales, press the ENTER button or the I or H button... -
Page 38: White Balance R/G/B
CONTRAST This adjusts the contrast of the picture. (Adjust the “BRIGHT” setting first if required before adjusting the “CONTRAST” setting.) The picture is bright: I button The picture is dark: BRIGHT This adjusts the darker areas (black areas) in the picture. Black areas are too light: I button Dark areas are too solid: H button COLOR... -
Page 39: Daylightview, Ai
DAYLIGHTVIEW This adjusts the vividness of the projected images when the projector is used under bright lighting. Press the ENTER button to display the “DAYLIGHTVIEW” screen. D A Y L I G H T V I E W M O D E... -
Page 40: Compatible Pictures
TV system. NOTE: B When set to “AUTO”, the projector automatically distinguishes between NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL60/ PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM signals. STILL MODE (S-VIDEO/VIDEO only) To reduce flickering of still images (vertical flicker), set “STILL MODE”... -
Page 41: Adjusting The Position
SETUP” is carried out, adjust by the following procedure. Press the F or G button on the projector or remote control unit to select an item, and then press the I or H button to change the setting. For items with bar scales, press the... - Page 42 16:9 which include a detector signal. This detector signal is output by some sources such as wide-vision video decks. B When “ASPECT” is set to “AUTO”, the projector recognizes the detector signal and automatically switches the aspect ratio to 16:9. When a 4:3 signal is being input.
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Page 43: Frame Lock
NOTE: B If using this projector in places such as cafes or hotels to display programmes for a commercial purpose or for public presentation, note that if the aspect ratio (16:9) selection function is used to change the aspect ratio of the... -
Page 44: Changing The Display Language
Changing the display language Press the F or G button on the projector or remote control unit to select a language, then press the ENTER button to accept the setting. L A N G U A G E E N G L I S H D E U T S C H F R A N Ç... -
Page 45: Option Settings
AUTO KEYSTN This should normally be set to “ON”. During “AUTO SETUP”, the angle of tilt of the projector is detected and keystone distortion is corrected automatically. Use this setting when you do not want automatic keystone correction to be carried out during “AUTO... -
Page 46: B P R , Vga60/480P
B A C K C O L O R This sets the colour which is projected onto the screen when no signal is being input to the projector. ” in FRONT/REAR F R O N T / R E A R... -
Page 47: Lamp Runtime
This setting should be changed in accordance with the projector setting-up method. (Refer to page 18.) DESK When the projector is placed on a desk or similar. CEILING When the projector is suspended from a ceiling using the ceiling bracket (sold separately). -
Page 48: Auto Pow.off, Power
“ON” by using the remote control unit. AUTO POW.OFF If no signal is input to the projector for the duration of the period you set, the projector will return to standby mode. The period can be set from 15 minutes to 60 minutes in 5 minute intervals. -
Page 49: Setting Up The Security Function
Setting up the security function This projector is equipped with a security function. A password input screen can be displayed, or a company URL can be set up and displayed at the bottom of the projected image. Press the F or G button on the projector or remote control unit to select “SECURITY”, then press the... -
Page 50: Change
NOTE: B The entered password will appear as . It will not be displayed on the screen. B If you enter the wrong password, the letters “PASSWORD” and “NEW” will become red. Enter the correct password again. 50-E NGLISH TEXT DISPLAY You can set text to be displayed at the bottom of the projected image at all times. -
Page 51: Network Setup
Network setup You need to make adjustments on some items when controlling the projector with a personal computer by means of the wireless network. Refer to the accessory CD-ROM for details. N E T W O R K N E T W O R K... -
Page 52: When The Temp Indicator And The Lamp Indicator Are Illuminated
problem. - Page 53 Problem unit. B Does “REPLACE LAMP” appear on Possible the screen after cause the projector is turned on? B This occurs when the operation time for the lamp unit is nearing 1 800 hours (when “LAMP POWER”...
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Page 54: Cleaning And Replacing The Air Filter
Cleaning and replacing the air filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, the internal temperature of the projector will rise, the TEMP indicator will illuminate and the projector’s power will turn off (the TEMP indicator will flash after the power is turned off). -
Page 55: Replacing The Lamp Unit
B A Phillips screwdriver is necessary for removing the lamp unit. NOTE: B The projector is not supplied with a replacement lamp unit. Please ask your dealer for details. Lamp unit product no.: ET-LAB10 CAUTION:... -
Page 56: Lamp Unit Replacement Procedure
B If the lamp usage time has passed 2 000 hours (when “LAMP POWER” has been set to “HIGH” and when “AI” has been set to “OFF”), the projector will switch to standby mode after approximately 10 minutes of operation. The steps ) to - on the next page should thus be completed within 10 minutes. - Page 57 NOTE: B If the mains lead was disconnected during projection when the projector was used the last time, projection will start after the mains lead is connected (when “POWER MEMORY” in the “OPTION”...
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Page 58: Before Calling For Service
B The lens cover may still be attached to the lens. fuzzy. B The lens focus may not have been set correctly. B The projector may not be at the correct distance from the screen. B The lens may be dirty. -
Page 59: Cleaning And Maintenance
B There may be a problem with the video tape or other signal source. B A signal which is not compatible with the projector may be being input. Picture from B The cable may be too long. computer does B The external video output for the laptop computer not appear. -
Page 60: Specifications
Micro lens array: Display method: Drive method: Pixels: PT-LB20NTE/PT-LB20E/PT-LB20VE: 786 432 (1 024 x 768) x 3 panels PT-LB20SE: Lens: PT-LB20NTE/PT-LB20E/PT-LB20VE: F 1.7 - 1.9 f 21.5 mm - 25.8 mm PT-LB20SE: Lamp: Luminosity: PT-LB20NTE/PT-LB20E/PT-LB20SE: PT-LB20VE: Scanning frequency (for RGB signals):... - Page 61 During RGB input/output: R.G.B.: G.SYNC: HD, VD: VIDEO IN: S-VIDEO IN: AUDIO IN: SERIAL: Cabinet: Dimensions: Width: Height: Length: Weight: PT-LB20NTE: PT-LB20E/PT-LB20SE/PT-LB20VE: Operating environment: Temperature: Humidity: Certifications: <Remote control unit> Power supply: Operating range: Weight: Dimensions: Width: Length: Height: <Options> Ceiling bracket...
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Page 62: Appendix
Appendix List of compatible signals Display resolution Mode (dots)* NTSC/NTSC4.43/ 720 x 480i PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 480i 720 x 480i 576i 720 x 576i 480p 720 x 483 576p 720 x 576 1 080/60i 1 920 x 1 080i 33.8 1 080/50i 1 920 x 1 080i 28.1 720/60p... -
Page 63: Dimensions Calculation Methods
If the screen size (diagonal) is SD (m), then the following formula is used to calculate the projection distance for the wide lens position (LW) and the projection distance for the telephoto lens position (LT). PT-LB20NTE/PT-LB20E PT-LB20SE PT-LB20VE For 16:9 aspect ratios, the following formula can be used to calculate the projection distance. -
Page 64: Using The Serial Connector
Using the SERIAL connector 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... -
Page 65: Control Commands
Control commands The commands which the personal computer can use to control the projector are shown in the following table. Control Command Contents Power ON Power OFF Volume Input signal selection Lamp ON condition query Shutter function Cable specifications (When connected to a personal computer) -
Page 66: Dimensions
Dimensions 81.2( 3-3/16 ) 297(11-11/16) Trademark acknowledgements B VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. B Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. B S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. All other trademarks are the property of the various trademark owners.