Panasonic PT-AE500U Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic PT-AE500U Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PT-AE500U Operating Instructions Manual

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manual for future use.
For assistance, please call : 1-888-View-PTV(843-9788)
or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
or visit us at www.panasonic.com
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POWER
LIGHT
INPUT
P
COMPONENT
KEYSTONE
MENU

Operating Instructions

ENTER
NORMAL
FREEZE
MODE
MEMORY
ASPECT
PICTURE
USER

LCD PROJECTOR

Model No.
LCD Projector
PT-AE500U
(U.S.A)
(Puerto Rico)
R
TQBJ 0133

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. For assistance, please call : 1-888-View-PTV(843-9788) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.co.jp/global/...
  • Page 2: Dear Panasonic Customer

    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 back. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is required.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparation TV-SYSTEM, SIGNAL MODE, Projecting sRGB-compatible pictures IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ...2 Adjusting the position...40 Precautions with regard to Horizontal position, Vertical position, safety ...5 DOT CLOCK, CLOCK PHASE, ASPECT,AUTO SETUP Accessories ...9 Turning off the picture Before use ...9 momentarily (SHUTTER)...41 Location and function of each Changing the display language...41...
  • Page 4 Do not do anything that might damage the power cord or the power cord plug. B Do not damage the power cord, make any modifications to it, place it near any hot objects, bend it excessively, twist it, pull it, place heavy objects on top of it or wrap it into a bundle.
  • Page 5: Accessories

    When inserting the batteries, make sure the polarities (+ and -) are correct. B If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, they may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result. Use only the specified batteries. B If incorrect batteries are used, they may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result.
  • Page 6: Notes On Use

    If using this projector at high elevations (above 1 400 m), set the “FAN CONTROL” to “HIGH”. (Refer to page 43.) Failure to observe this may result in malfunctions. Notes on use In order to get the best picture quality Draw curtains or blinds over any windows and turn off any fluorescent lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
  • Page 7: Connector Panel

    Projector <Back and bottom> # Air outlet port Do not cover this port. $ Connector panel (page 13) % Power input socket (AC IN) (page 22) The accessory power cord is connected here. Do not use any power cord other than the accessory power cord. &...
  • Page 8: Projector Control Panel

    Projector control panel & Remote control unit POWER & LIGHT INPUT COMPONENT KEYSTONE MENU ENTER NORMAL FREEZE MODE MEMORY ASPECT PICTURE USER LCD PROJECTOR 14-E NGLISH # TEMP indicator (page 44) This indicator illuminates if an abnormally high temperature is detected inside the projector.
  • Page 9: Setting-Up

    Setting-up Projection methods In way of installing projector, any one of the following four projection methods are used. Select whichever projection method matches the setting-up method. (The projection method can be set from the “OPTION” menu. Refer to page 43 for details.) BFront-desk projection BFront-ceiling projection Menu items...
  • Page 10: Connections

    Connections Notes on connections B Read the instruction manual for each system component carefully before connecting it. B Turn off the power supply for all components before making any connections. B If the cables necessary for connecting a component to the system are not included with the component or available as an option, you may need to fashion a cable to suit the component concerned.
  • Page 11: Connecting To Computer

    Connecting to computer To RGB output Equipment such as an electric screen Computer To DVI-D output NOTE: B Shut down the computer before turning off the MAIN POWER switch of the projector. NGLISH Preparation for the remote control unit # Open the cover. Computer $ Insert the batteries so that the polarities are correct, and then close the...
  • Page 12: Turning On The Power

    Turning on the power Before turning on the power 1, Ensure that all components are connected properly. 2, Connect the accessory power cord. 3, Remove the lens cover. ˛ ˛ POWER LIGHT ˛ & INPUT COMPONENT KEYSTONE MENU ˛ ENTER NORMAL FREEZE ˛...
  • Page 13: Turning Off The Power

    Turning off the power ˛ POWER LIGHT INPUT COMPONENT KEYSTONE MENU ˛ ENTER NORMAL FREEZE MODE MEMORY ASPECT PICTURE USER Power indicator Press the POWER button. B“POWER OFF” is displayed on the screen. I I or H H button to select “OK”, and Press the then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 14: Correcting Keystone Distortion

    Correcting keystone distortion (KEYSTONE) When either the projector or the screen is tilted, the keystone distortion will affect the image. You can correct the image proportions by the following procedure. Press the KEYSTONE button. INPUT COMPONENT KEYSTONE MENU H - K E Y S T O N E V - K E Y S T O N E ENTER S E L E C T...
  • Page 15: Setting The Aspect Ratio

    Setting the aspect ratio (ASPECT) This projector allows you to change the aspect ratio to match the type of input signal. Press the ASPECT button. BPressing the ASPECT button will change the ENTER aspect ratio according to the successive settings shown below.
  • Page 16: Turning On The Button Lights

    Turning on the button lights (LIGHT) Press the LIGHT button. B The buttons on the remote control unit will be POWER illuminated. LIGHT INPUT B Press the LIGHT button again to turn off the button lights. The button lights will be turned off COMPONENT KEYSTONE automatically when no buttons on the remote...
  • Page 17: 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 PICTURE menu (page 36) M E N U When an S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal is being input K E Y S T O N E...
  • Page 18: Returning A Setting To The Factory Default

    Menu operation guide # Press the MENU button. POWER K E Y S T O N E LIGHT P I C T U R E INPUT P O S I T I O N COMPONENT S H U T T E R KEYSTONE MENU L A N G U A G E...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Picture

    Adjusting the picture Press the F or G button to select an When a DVI signal is being input item, and then press the I or H button to change the setting. P I C T U R E M O D E C O N T R A S T For items with bar scales, press the B R I G H T...
  • Page 20: Signal Mode

    MEMORY SAVE TV-SYSTEM Press the ENTER button to display (S-VIDEO/VIDEO only) the “MEMORY SAVE” menu. T V - S Y S T E M M E M O R Y S A V E M E M O R Y 1 M E M O R Y 2 M E M O R Y 3 S E L E C T...
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Position

    Adjusting the position Horizontal position When the input signal is from a PC, first select “AUTO SETUP” (H-POSITION) and then press the ENTER button (S-VIDEO/VIDEO/YP to initiate automatic positioning. To move the picture to the left: I button If the optimum setting is not To move the picture to the right: H button obtained when “AUTO SETUP”...
  • Page 22: Option Settings

    Option settings Press the F or G button to select PC PRIORITY an item, and then press the I or H (PC only) button to change the setting. P C P R I O R I T Y O P T I O N O S D NORMAL The PC screen data is P C P R I O R I T Y...
  • Page 23: When The Temp Indicator And The Lamp Indicator Are Illuminated

    When the TEMP indicator and the LAMP indicator are illuminated There are two indicators on the control panel of the projector which give information about the operating condition of the projector. These indicators illuminate or flash to warn you about problems that have occurred inside the projector, so if you notice that one of the indicators is on, turn off the power and check the table below for the cause of the problem.
  • Page 24: 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 flash and the projector power will turn off. The air filter should be cleaned after every 100 hours of use. # Turn off the MAIN POWER &...
  • Page 25 On-screen display Displayed for 30 seconds. Pressing any More than 1 800 hours button will clear the display. Remains displayed until More than 2 000 hours any button is pressed. Lamp unit replacement procedure NOTE: B If the lamp usage time has passed 2 000 hours (when “LAMP POWER” has been set to “HIGH”), the projector will switch to standby mode after approximately 10 minutes of operation.
  • Page 26: Before Calling For Service

    Before calling for service Before calling for service, check the following points. Problem Possible cause Power does not B The power cord may not be connected. turn on. B The MAIN POWER switch is turned off. B The main power supply is not being supplied to the wall outlet.
  • Page 27: Specifications

    Specifications Power supply: 100 V – 240 V ~, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption: 180 W [During standby (when fan is stopped): Approx. 1.0 W] Amps: 2.2 A - 1.0 A LCD panel: Panel size (diagonal): 0.7 type (17.78 mm) Aspect ratio: 16:9 Display method:...
  • Page 28: Appendix

    Appendix List of compatible signals Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Mode resolution frequency (dots)* (kHz) (Hz) NTSC/NTSC4.43/ 720 x 480i 15.734 59.940 PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 15.625 50.000 525i 720 x 480i 15.734 59.940 625i 720 x 576i 15.625 50.000 525p 720 x 483...
  • Page 29: Projection Dimensions Calculation Methods

    B The pin layout and signal names for the DVI-D input connector are shown below. (interface with TMDS connector on a personal computer) Pin No. Signal Pin No. T.M.D.S data 2- T.M.D.S data 3+ T.M.D.S data 2+ +5 V T.M.D.S data 2/4 shield Earth &...
  • Page 30: E Nglish

    Trademark acknowledgements B VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. B S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. All other trademarks are the property of the various trademark owners. These Operating Instructions are printed on recycled paper. 58-E NGLISH...

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