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■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No.
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Operating Instructions
LCD Projector
Model No.
Functional Manual
Commercial Use
PT-LW376
PT-LW336
PT-LB426
PT-LB386
PT-LB356
PT-LB306
ENGLISH
DPQP1316ZA/X1

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  • Page 1 PT-LB426 PT-LB386 PT-LB356 PT-LB306 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No. f D: for India f T: for Taiwan ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents Read this first! ..........4 Using the freeze function ........47 Using the auto setup function ....... 47 Using the screen adjustment function ....47 Chapter 1 Preparation Using the digital zoom function ......48 Using the presentation timer function ....48 Precautions for use ..........
  • Page 3 Contents [P-TIMER] ............. 72 Computer that can be used for setting ....98 [OTHER FUNCTIONS] ......... 73 Accessing from the web browser ......98 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ........74 Chapter 6 Maintenance [STATUS] .............. 74 [COMPUTER1 INPUT SETTING] / Warning Indicator ..........115 [COMPUTER INPUT SETTING] .......
  • Page 4: Read This First

    Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
  • Page 5 Read this first! WARNING: Do not place objects in front of the lens while the projector is being used. Indicated on the projector CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions. This includes using the provided power cord and shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
  • Page 6 Read this first! FCC NOTICE (USA) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-LW376 / PT-LW336 / PT-LB426 / PT-LB386 / PT-LB356 / PT-LB306 Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 General Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/support...
  • Page 7 L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse. Importer’s name and address within the European Union Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...
  • Page 8 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 9 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 10 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.
  • Page 11 Read this first! To remove the battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. (ii) 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.
  • Page 12 Guide” supplied with the product. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL...
  • Page 13 *1 When [LAMP POWER] is set to [QUIET] Abundant image correction function 3. Connect the power cord. (x page 38) (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) ▶ H/V Keystone, Corner correction and Curved correction functions allow you to correct the image to fit the screen.
  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Preparation

    Preparation Chapter 1 This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector. 14 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 15: Precautions For Use

    Do not transport the projector with the adjustable foot extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable foot. f (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) Do not move or transport the projector with the wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / ET-WML100) of the optional accessories attached.
  • Page 16: Security

    Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage to the product caused by an inappropriate choice of location for installing the projector, even if the warranty period of the product has not expired.
  • Page 17: Notes On Using Wireless Connection

    Change your password periodically. The password can be set in [SECURITY] menu → [PASSWORD CHANGE]. f Panasonic or its affiliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer. Do not tell your password in case you receive such an inquiry.
  • Page 18: Application Software Supported By The Projector

    Application software supported by the projector The projector supports following application software. For details or downloading each application software, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f Logo Transfer Software This application software transfers the original image, such as company logo, which is projected at the start, to the projector.
  • Page 19: Cautions On Use

    Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Cautions on use rTo get a good picture quality In order to view a beautiful image in higher contrast, prepare an appropriate environment. Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
  • Page 20: Accessories

    Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed < > show the number of accessories. Wireless remote control unit <1> (K2CM3YY00039) (N2QAYA000216) (K2CZ3YY00061) (For India) AAA/R03 or AAA/LR03 battery <2> (K2CG3YY00145) (For Taiwan) (for remote control unit)
  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    ET-SWA100 series (Basic license/3-year license) *1 The Wireless Module is only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356. *2 In this document, the alphabet letters at the end of the model numbers are omitted. *3 The availability of this product and the suffix of the Model No. may vary depending on the country. Contact your dealer for details.
  • Page 22: About Your Projector

    Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector About your projector Remote control 1 Power <v/b> button (v standby / b power on) 10 <DAYLIGHT VIEW> button Sets the projector to the state where the projector is Used to correct the image when the projector is used in a switched off (standby mode).
  • Page 23: Projector Body

    Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector Attention f Do not drop the remote control. f Avoid contact with liquids. f Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. 1.Do not use old battery with new one. f Please observe the following contents that are described on 2.Do not use batteries other than the the back of the remote control unit (see the right picture).
  • Page 24 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector WARNING Keep your hands and other objects away from the exhaust vent. f Keep your hand and face away. f Do not insert your finger. f Keep heat-sensitive articles away. Heated air from the exhaust vent can cause burns, injury, or deformations. 8 Remote control signal receiver 1 Control panel and Indicators (x page 24) 9 Projection lens...
  • Page 25 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector rConnecting terminals For PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356 1 <VARIABLE AUDIO OUT> terminal 7 <AUDIO IN 1> terminal This is the terminal to output the audio signal input to the This is the terminal to input audio signals.
  • Page 26 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector For PT-LB306 1 <VARIABLE AUDIO OUT> terminal 6 <USB B> terminal This is the terminal to output audio signal input to the For service use. projector. 7 <AUDIO IN 1> terminal 2 <VIDEO IN> terminal This is the terminal to input audio signals.
  • Page 27: Preparing The Remote Control

    Chapter 1 Preparation - Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing batteries (ii) Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert batteries and close the cover (Insert the "m" side first.). (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order. When using the multiple projectors When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually by using single remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector.
  • Page 28: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter 2 This chapter describes things you need to do before using the projector such as the setup and connections. 28 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 29: Setting Up

    Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Setting up Installation mode There are four ways to set up the projector. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] (x page 75) depending on the installation location. Setting on a desk/floor and projecting forward Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item...
  • Page 30: Parts For Ceiling Mount (Optional)

    Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Parts for ceiling mount (Optional) This requires an optional ceiling mount bracket. Be sure to use the Projector Mount Bracket together with the ceiling mount bracket for high ceilings or low ceilings. Model No.: ET-PKL100H (for high ceilings), ET-PKL100S (for low ceilings), ET-PKL420B (Projector Mount Bracket) f Use only the ceiling mount brackets specified for this projector.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Projection distance A ±5% error in listed projection distances may occur. When [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] is used, distance is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size. For PT-LW376 (Unit: m) Projection 16:10 aspect ratio...
  • Page 32 The unit of all the formulas is m. (Values obtained by the following calculation formulas contain a slight error.) If you want to calculate the projection distance with projected image size SD (unit: inch) by substituting, please assign 0.0254 times to the SD value. For PT-LW376 16:10 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio...
  • Page 33: Connecting

    +5 V G/Y/Y — DDC data HD/SYNC DDC clock <COMPUTER 2 IN/1 OUT> terminal pin assignments and signal names (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) Outside view Pin No. Signal names Pin No. Signal names +5 V G/Y/Y —...
  • Page 34: Connecting Example : Av Equipment

    <HDMI 1 IN> / <HDMI 2 IN> / <HDMI IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names (<HDMI IN> terminal is available for PT-LB306, <HDMI 1 IN> terminal and <HDMI 2 IN> terminal are available for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) Outside view Pin No.
  • Page 35: Connecting Example : Computers

    When the <VARIABLE AUDIO OUT> terminal is connected with cable, the sound will not be output from the built-in speaker. f When input Y/C signal, the optional D-SUB - S Video Conversion cable (Model No.: ET-ADSV) is required. Connecting example : Computers r For PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356 Control computer Computer...
  • Page 36 Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting r For PT-LB306 Computer Computer Control computer Control computer Audio equipment Attention f When connecting the projector to a computer or an external device, use the power cord supplied with each device and commercially available shielded cables.
  • Page 37: Chapter 3 Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Chapter 3 This chapter describes basic operations to start with. ENGLISH - 37...
  • Page 38: Powering On/Off

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Powering on/off Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the <AC IN> terminal of the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily. For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” (x page 4). Attaching Check the shapes of the <AC IN>...
  • Page 39: Powering On The Projector

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Indicator status Status Projecting. The luminous lamp is turned off. The [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [POWER Blinking* Green MANAGEMENT] is set to [READY]. Blinking* The projector is preparing to project. The projector will project image after a while. The projector is preparing to be switched off.
  • Page 40 Press asqw to select the display language. Press the <ENTER> button to proceed to the initial setting. Initial setting (installation setting) If necessary, change the setting of each item. PT-LB426, PT-LB386, PT-LW376, PT-LW336 PT-LB306 PT-LB356 INITIAL SETTING INITIAL SETTING INITIAL SETTING...
  • Page 41: When The Administrator Account Setting Screen Is Displayed

    PASSWORD CONFIRM STORE SKIP Please change the user name and password. If not change, could not use the Web Control function and for communication control via a LAN (including Panasonic application software). ENTER SELECT RETURN Note f The user name and password for administrator account can also be set later from the [NETWORK] menu → [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] page 86).
  • Page 42: Making Adjustments And Selections

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Making adjustments and selections It is recommended that images are projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus is adjusted. INPUT VOL- VOL+ AV MUTE Roughly adjust the focus of the image with the focus ring. (x page 45) Change the settings of the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
  • Page 43: Projecting

    If the NETWORK input is selected, the image from a computer (including iPad / iPhone / iPod touch and Android device) can be transferred via wireless LAN/wired LAN to the projector by using the Panasonic image transfer application software. For details about the image transfer application software “Presenter Light” and “Wireless Projector”, refer to the Panasonic website (https:// panasonic.net/cns/projector/).
  • Page 44 When the simple input guide is displayed, the input will switch each time you press the <INPUT> button. f When the detailed input guide is displayed, press the asqw buttons to select the input. g For PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356 Detailed input guide example...
  • Page 45: How To Adjust The State Of The Image

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting How to adjust the state of the image If the projected image or the position is not correct when the positioning of the projector and the screen is correctly installed, adjust the projection angle, focus and zoom. Adjust the projection angle.
  • Page 46: Basic Operations By Using The Remote Control

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AV mute function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to turn off the audio and image temporarily.
  • Page 47: Using The Freeze Function

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Using the freeze function You can freeze the projected image and stop the sound temporarily, regardless of the playing condition of the external device. button Press the <FREEZE> button on the remote control. f The video is paused and the audio is muted.
  • Page 48: Using The Digital Zoom Function

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Using the digital zoom function (Only for still image-based signals input) You can enlarge the center area. You can also change the location of the area to be enlarged. buttons Press the <D.ZOOM +>...
  • Page 49: Using The Function Button

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Press the <P-TIMER> button again. f The count is resumed. Note f Pressing the <P-TIMER> button for at least 3 seconds to release the P-TIMER function. f For details, please refer to the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [P-TIMER] (x page 72). Using the FUNCTION button Some frequently used menu items can be assigned to the <FUNCTION>...
  • Page 50 Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Attention f Since the ID number of the remote control can be set without the projector, do not press the <ID SET> button on the remote control carelessly. If the <ID SET> button is pressed and no number (<1> - <6>) buttons are pressed within 5 seconds, the ID number returns to its original value before the <ID SET>...
  • Page 51: Chapter 4 Settings

    Settings Chapter 4 This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu. ENGLISH - 51...
  • Page 52: Menu Navigation

    Chapter 4 Settings - Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button Press the <MENU> button. f The menu screen appears. PT-LB426 PICTURE MODE DYNAMIC PICTURE...
  • Page 53: Main Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - Menu navigation Note f Pressing the <MENU> button or <RETURN> button while the menu screen is displayed returns to the previous menu. f Some items may not be adjustable or used for certain input signal formats. The menu items that cannot be adjusted or used are shown in gray characters.
  • Page 54: Sub-Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - Menu navigation Sub-menu You can set and adjust the items in each submenu. [PICTURE] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [PICTURE MODE] [STANDARD] [CONTRAST] [BRIGHTNESS] [COLOR]* [TINT]* [SHARPNESS] [+8] [COLOR TEMPERATURE] [DEFAULT] [IRIS] [OFF] [ADVANCED MENU] [DAYLIGHT VIEW] [OFF] [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY]* [ON]...
  • Page 55 Chapter 4 Settings - Menu navigation [PROJECTOR SETUP] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [STATUS] [COMPUTER1 INPUT SETTING] / [RGB/YPBPR] [COMPUTER INPUT SETTING] [COMPUTER2 SELECT] [COMPUTER2 IN] [PROJECTOR ID] [ALL] [INITIAL START UP] [LAST MEMORY] [PROJECTION METHOD] [AUTO] [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] [OFF] [LAMP POWER] [NORMAL]...
  • Page 56: [Picture] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu On the menu screen, select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 52) for the operation of the menu screen. [PICTURE MODE] You can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the environment in which the projector is used.
  • Page 57: [Tint]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Adjustment range Deepens colors. Press the w button. -32 ~ +32 Press the q button. Weakens colors.
  • Page 58: [Advanced Menu]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Press as to select [IRIS]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [IRIS] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] No correction.
  • Page 59: [Noise Reduction]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] Performs cinema processing.
  • Page 60 Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [AUTO] [RGB], [YP ] or [YC ] is selected automatically. [RGB] Select it for RGB signal input. Select it for YP signal input. Select it for YC signal input. When COMPUTER 1 / COMPUTER 2 / COMPUTER input is selected f For 525i (480i), 625i (576i), 525p (480p) and 625p (576p) input Select [AUTO], [RGB] or [YC f For other movie-based signal input...
  • Page 61: [Position] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu On the menu screen, select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 52) for the operation of the menu screen. [REALTIME KEYSTONE] The projector can correct the vertical trapezoidal distortion automatically when the projector is installed tilted.
  • Page 62 For the adjustments of [KEYSTONE], up to ±35° tilt in the horizontal and vertical direction can be corrected for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356, and up to ±30° tilt in the vertical direction can be corrected for PT-LB306. However, the image quality will degrade and it will get harder to focus as the correction increases.
  • Page 63: [Shift]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Note f When the [CORNER CORRECTION] individual adjustment screen is displaying, the individual adjustment screen of the next corner can also be displayed by pressing the <ENTER> button. f Depending on the correction amount, the image aspect ratio may change. Setting [CURVED CORRECTION] (Not available for PT-LB306) Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT].
  • Page 64: [Dot Clock]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Press asqw to adjust the position. Orientation Operation Adjustment The image position moves up. Press the a button. Vertical (up and down) adjustment Press the s button. The image position moves down. The image position moves to the right. Press the w button.
  • Page 65: [Over Scan]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu f The adjustment values will change between [-16] to [+16]. Adjust so that the amount of interference is at a minimum. Note f Certain signals may not be adjustable. f Optimal value may not be achieved if the output from the input computer is unstable. f To project a signal with dot clock frequency with 162 MHz or higher, noise may not disappear even if [CLOCK PHASE] is adjusted.
  • Page 66: [Frame Lock]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [FRAME LOCK] (Only for still image signals input) This setting is available for specific computer signals. Set when the movie is distorted. Press as to select [FRAME LOCK]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [FRAME LOCK] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
  • Page 67: [Language] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [LANGUAGE] menu [LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 52) for the operation of the menu screen. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display.
  • Page 68: [Display Option] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DISPLAY OPTION] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 52) for the operation of the menu screen. [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] Set the on-screen display.
  • Page 69: [Hdmi Signal Level]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Note f When [WARNING MESSAGE] is set to [OFF], the warning message will not be displayed on the projected image even if a warning status such as “TEMPERATURE WARNING” is detected. The prompting message for filter replacement or lamp unit replacement will not be displayed either.
  • Page 70: [Screen Setting]

    Disables the startup logo display. Note f The startup logo will disappear in approximately 30 seconds. f To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). [AUTO SETUP SETTING] Set the automatic execution of AUTO SETUP.
  • Page 71: [Signal Search]

    *1 Not available for PT-LB306. Note f To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f If you do not register the image of the [USER LOGO], the projected image will be displayed in black even if the [BACK COLOR] is set to [USER LOGO].
  • Page 72: [P-Timer]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [AUTO] Displays by judging the signal automatically. Set to this mode normally. [1280x1024] Switches the item to [1280x1024] or [1400x1050] manually if the whole projected image is not displayed when SXGA signal is input.
  • Page 73: [Other Functions]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu f When [MODE] is set to [COUNT DOWN], the start time becomes the value set at [TIMER]. f The time gauge turns clockwise when [COUNT UP] is set, and turns counterclockwise when [COUNT DOWN] is set. Ending the presentation timer Press as to select [P-TIMER].
  • Page 74: [Projector Setup] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu On the menu screen, select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 52) for the operation of the menu screen. [STATUS] You can check the using status of the projector.
  • Page 75: [Initial Start Up]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select a projector ID. f Select one from [ALL], and [1] to [6]. [ALL] Select when controlling projectors without specifying an ID number. [1] - [6] Select when specifying an ID number to control individual projector. Press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 76: [Lamp Power]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f Set it to [OFF] when using the projector in the elevation of below 700 m (2 297'). Set it to [HIGH1] when using the projector in the elevation of above 700 m (2 297') and below 1 400 m (4 593′).
  • Page 77: [Emulate]

    [EMULATE] When controlling the projector on a computer via the <SERIAL IN> terminal, set use of control commands on a previously purchased Panasonic projector. This allows the control software for an existing Panasonic projector to be inherited and used. Press as to select [EMULATE].
  • Page 78: [Function Button]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [OFF] Does not use existing control command for the projector. [D3500] D3500 series [D4000] D4000 series [D/W5k SERIES] D5700 series, DW5100 series, D5600 series, DW5000 series, D5500 series MZ670 series, DZ870 series, DW830 series, DX100 series, DZ780 series, DW750 series, DX820 series, DZ770 series, DW740 series, DX810 series, DZ680 series, DW640 series, DX610 series, DW730 series, DX800 [D/W/Z6k SERIES] series, DZ6710 series, DZ6700 series, DW6300 series, D6000 series, D5000 series, DZ570 series, DW530...
  • Page 79 Press the <ENTER> button. f The [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select one item of [AUDIO IN SELECT]. f For PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356 [COMPUTER1] Set the audio output when COMPUTER1 input is selected. [COMPUTER2] Set the audio output when COMPUTER2 input is selected.
  • Page 80: [Test Pattern]

    Set the audio output when HDMI input is selected. Press qw to switch the item. f The sub items will switch each time you press the button. f For PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356 [COMPUTER1] Select between [AUDIO IN 1] and [AUDIO IN 2].
  • Page 81: [Initialize All]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [FILTER COUNTER] Displays the usage time of the filter. [TIMER] Sets the cleaning cycle of the filter. [FILTER COUNTER Resets the air filter usage time. RESET] Setting [TIMER] If you want to clean the air filter periodically, set the cycle time. When the air filter usage time reaches the set time, a message of “FILTER COUNTER has reached the set time”...
  • Page 82: [Security] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu On the menu screen, select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 52) for the operation of the menu screen. f When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: 1111 Attention...
  • Page 83: [Text Change]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the text display. [ON] Enables the text display. [TEXT CHANGE] Register or change the displayed text when [TEXT DISPLAY] is set to [ON]. Press as to select [TEXT CHANGE].
  • Page 84 Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu f The [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] screen is displayed. Press as to select one item between [CONTROL PANEL] and [REMOTE CONTROLLER]. [CONTROL PANEL] You can set the limitation on the control from the control panel. [REMOTE CONTROLLER] You can set the limitation on the control from the remote control.
  • Page 85: [Network] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu (Not available for PT-LB306.) On the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 52) for the operation of the menu screen. Note f The on-screen menu (menu screen) of the projector has not the network setting about the wireless LAN.
  • Page 86: [Administrator Account]

    Attention f Set the password of [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] (x pages 41, 86) first before you use the network function. Otherwise, you cannot use the web control function or communication control via a LAN (including Panasonic application software). Note f If the password of administrator account has not being set, the [PJLink PASSWORD] menu and [NETWORK CONTROL] menu are disabled.
  • Page 87: [Network Control]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [PJLink PASSWORD] screen is displayed. f The factory default password is blank. g To continue the use of blank password, proceed to Step 5). g To set a new password, proceed to Step 3). Press as to select [PASSWORD] under [NEW] to input the new password.
  • Page 88 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [SLIDE TRANSITION EFFECT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [SLIDE RIGHT] The slides switch from left to right. [SLIDE DOWN] The slides switch from top to bottom.
  • Page 89: [Network Status]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [REPEAT] Sets whether to loop the slideshow. Press as to select [REPEAT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] After playing the last file, exit the slideshow and return to the thumbnail display. [ON] After playing the last file, return to the first file and repeat playback.
  • Page 90: Chapter 5 Operation Of Function

    Operation of Function Chapter 5 This chapter describes the operation methods of some functions. 90 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 91: Projecting With Memory Viewer Input

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) The Memory Viewer function makes it possible to display the still images stored in the USB memory as projected images.
  • Page 92: Displaying The Memory Viewer Screen

    , it will neither be enlarged nor reduced, so degradation of image quality can be reduced. *1 The maximum number of display dot for each product is as follows. PT-LW376 and PT-LW336: 1 280 x 800 PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356: 1 024 x 768 Executing the slide All the still images in the same folder will be played continuously according to the setting of [NETWORK] menu →...
  • Page 93: Projecting With Network Input

    Presenter Light (for Windows) f Wireless Projector for iOS, Wireless Projector for Android Note f For details of the image transfer application software of Presenter Light and Wireless Projector, refer to the Panasonic website: https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/. Connecting the device Press the <MEMORY VIEWER/NETWORK> button to switch the input to NETWORK.
  • Page 94: Network Connection

    For details, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f Image transfer application software Using the Panasonic image transfer application software, the image sent from a device can be displayed as a projected image. For details on how to use the image transfer application software “Presenter Light” compatible with Windows computers, please refer to the Operating Instructions of the “Presenter Light”...
  • Page 95: Connecting With Wireless Lan

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Network connection Projector settings Use the LAN cable to connect the projector with computer. Turn on the projector. Select the [NETWORK] menu → [WIRED LAN] from the main menu and press the <ENTER> button. Set the detailed setup of [WIRED LAN].
  • Page 96 [SSID] that has been set in the projector. f The network security key will be requested for connecting to the wireless LAN. Enter the [KEY] of wireless LAN connection set for the projector. The factory default setting is “panasonic”. Note f If you use any wireless LAN connection utility that meets the OS standard, follow the operation instruction of the utility to connect it.
  • Page 97: About Presenter Light

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - About Presenter Light About Presenter Light (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) The wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / ET-WML100) of the optional accessories is required if you want to use the network function through the wireless LAN.
  • Page 98: Web Control Function

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Web control function (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) The wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / ET-WML100) of the optional accessories is required if you want to use the network function through the wireless LAN.
  • Page 99 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Click [OK]. f The [Projector Control Window] page is displayed. Note f If you use a web browser to control the projector, set the [NETWORK] menu → [NETWORK CONTROL] → [WEB CONTROL] to [ON] (x page 86).
  • Page 100 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Basic control] [Projector control] [Detail control] ― [Network config] ― [Ping test] ― [ECO management set up] [Detailed set up] ― [E-mail set up] ― [Authentication set up] ― [Port set up] ―...
  • Page 101 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Projector status] page Click [Status] → [Projector status]. Display the status of the projector for the following items. [PROJECTOR TYPE] [INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the Model No. of the projector. Displays the status of the air intake temperature of the projector. [MAIN VERSION] 10 [EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the firmware version of the projector.
  • Page 102 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Network status] page Click [Status] → [Network status]. The current network setting status is displayed. [WIRELESS LAN] [WIRED LAN] When the optional wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / Displays the configuration details of wired LAN. ET-WML100) is attached, the configuration details of wireless LAN is displayed.
  • Page 103 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Detail control] page Click [Projector control] → [Detail control]. [POSITION] [PICTURE] Operates field angle-related settings. Operates picture quality settings. [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. Click [Network config]. f The [CAUTION!] screen is displayed.
  • Page 104 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Wired LAN 1 [PROJECTOR NAME] 6 [DNS1] Enters the name of the projector. Enter the host name if it is Enters the DNS1 server address. Permissible characters for the entry of DNS1 server address required when using a DHCP server etc.
  • Page 105 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function 1 [WIRELESS LAN] 4 [ENCRYPTION] Selects [ENABLE] when you want to enable the wireless LAN Selects [WPA2-PSK(AES)] when performing encrypted function. communications. 2 [SSID] 5 [KEY] Sets the SSID for use. Sets the key to be used when performing encrypted communications.
  • Page 106 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Note f For details of each setting item, refer to the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] (x page 76) on the projector. [E-mail set up] page When there is a problem or the runtime of a luminous lamp reaches a set value, an E-mail can be sent to preset E-mail addresses (up to two addresses).
  • Page 107 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Authentication set up] page Set the authentication items when POP authentication or SMTP authentication is necessary to send an E-mail. Click [Detailed set up] → [Authentication set up]. [Auth] [Password] Selects the authentication method specified by your Internet Enter the password for the POP server or the SMTP server.
  • Page 108 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Contents of E-mail sent Example of E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-LB426 Serial No...
  • Page 109 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Port set up] page Set the port number used for command control. Click [Detailed set up] → [Port set up]. 1 [COMMAND PORT] 2 [Set command port] Set the port number used for command control. Update the settings.
  • Page 110 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Administrator] account [Account: Administrator] [New] Displays the account to change. [User name]: Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single [Current] byte) [User name]: [Password]: Enter the user name before the change. Enter the desired new password.
  • Page 111 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [PJLink] account [Account: PJLink] [Change] Displays the account to change. Determines the change of password. [New] [Password]: Enter the desired new password. (Up to 32 characters in single byte) [Set up passwords] page (for accessing with user account) Only the change of password for user account is available in the [Set up passwords] page when accessing with user account.
  • Page 112 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Control page [Tools], [Info], [Help] [Input Select] Tabs for selecting the setting, information, or help page of the Controls input selection. projector. Not available when the power of the projector is turned off. [POWER] Menu screen control buttons Turns off/on the power.
  • Page 113 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Info] page Click [Info] on the control page. [Projector Name] [Source] Displays the projector name. Displays the selected input. [Mac Address] [Lamp Mode] Displays the MAC address. Displays the setting status of [LAMP POWER]. [Lamp Hours] [Error Status] Displays the runtime of the light source.
  • Page 114: Chapter 6 Maintenance

    Maintenance Chapter 6 This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the units. 114 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 115: Warning Indicator

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - Warning Indicator Warning Indicator If a problem should occur inside the projector, the warning indicator <WARNING> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and remedy the indicated problems as follows. Attention f Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering off the projector”...
  • Page 116: Maintenance/Replacement

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement f When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. f Be sure to observe the procedure “Powering off the projector” (x page 42) when performing power supply operation.
  • Page 117 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Remove the air filter cover. (Fig.1) f Pull out the air filter cover from the hook of the projector while slightly pushing upward the tabs of the air filter cover and open it in the direction of the arrow in figure. Remove the air filter unit.
  • Page 118: Replacing The Unit

    Attention f 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.
  • Page 119 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement When [Lamp control] is constantly set to [NORMAL] without switching to other modes = 10 000 hours When [Lamp control] is constantly set to [ECO] without switching to other modes = 20 000 hours When [Lamp control] is constantly set to [QUIET] without switching to other modes = 10 000 hours If you continue to use the lamp unit when the displayed time in [LAMP] has reached 20 000 hours, the lamp turns off automatically at approximately 10 minutes after turning on the power, as it will cause malfunction of the projector.
  • Page 120 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Resetting the lamp runtime Be sure to reset the lamp runtime after replacing the lamp unit. Connect the power plug, press the power <v/b> button. While pressing the a button on the control panel, press and hold the w button on the control panel for eight seconds or more.
  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problem Cause Reference page f The power cord may not be connected. — — f No electric supply is at the wall outlet. — Power does not turn on.
  • Page 122: [Self Test] Display

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - [SELF TEST] display [SELF TEST] display [SELF TEST] can be checked in the WEB control screen [Status] → [Projector status]. The following list shows the alphanumeric symbol that is displayed when an error or a warning has occurred and its details.
  • Page 123: Chapter 7 Appendix

    Appendix Chapter 7 This chapter describes specifications and after-sales service for the projector. ENGLISH - 123...
  • Page 124: Technical Information

    Technical Information Using the PJLink protocol (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) The network function of this projector supports the PJLink class 1 and class 2, and setting of the projector or querying of the projector status can be performed from the computer using the PJLink protocol.
  • Page 125 NETWORK Input signal resolution AAAA: Horizontal resolution IRES ? AAAAxBBBB query BBBB: Vertical resolution 1280 x 800 For PT-LW376 and PT-LW336 Recommended RRES ? resolution query 1024 x 768 For PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356 FILT ? Filter runtime inquiry xxxxx Returns the runtime of the filter.
  • Page 126: Control Commands Via Lan

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Control commands via LAN You can also control via the <LAN> terminal by using the control command format via the <SERIAL IN> terminal. For examples of the available commands, refer to “Control commands” (x page 131). Attention f Set the password of administrator account before using the LAN control.
  • Page 127 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information r Error response String Details Termination symbol "ERR1" Undefined control command "ERR2" Out of parameter range "ERR3" Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) Message 0x0d "ERR4" Timeout or no-acceptable period "ERR5" Wrong data length "ERRA"...
  • Page 128: Serial In> Terminal

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information r Response data String Details Termination symbol "ERR1" Undefined control command "ERR2" Out of parameter range "ERR3" Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) Message 0x0d "ERR4" Timeout or no-acceptable period "ERR5" Wrong data length "ERRA"...
  • Page 129 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Pin assignments and signal names D-Sub 9-pin (female) Pin No. Signal name Contents Outside view — Transmitted data Received data — Earth — Connected internally — Communication conditions (Factory default) Signal level RS-232C-compliant Sync. method Asynchronous Baud rate 9 600 bps...
  • Page 130 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Basic format (with subcommand) Same as basic format Sub command (5 bytes) Parameter (6 bytes)* Symbol “+” or “ - ” (1 byte) and set value or adjustment value (5 bytes) Operation (1 byte) “=”...
  • Page 131 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Cable specification When connected to a computer NC NC Computer Projector NC NC (DTE specifications) (<SERIAL IN> terminal) NC NC NC NC Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available. r Projector control command Parameter/response Command...
  • Page 132: List Of Compatible Signals

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the type of signals compatible with the projectors. f Symbols that indicate formats are as follows. g V: Video, Y/C g R: RGB (analog) g Y: YC (analog) g H: HDMI f Input corresponding to each item in the plug and play column is as follows.
  • Page 133 *6 The signal with 1/1.001x vertical scanning frequency is also supported. Note f The number of display dots is 1 280 x 800 for the PT-LW376 and PT-LW336 and 1 024 x 768 for the PT-LB426, PT-LB386 , PT-LB356 and PT-LB306.
  • Page 134: Specifications

    When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [NETWORK]: 1 W When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [NORMAL], [IN STANDBY MODE] of [AUDIO SETTING] is set to [OFF], <USB A (VIEWER/ PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal is not in use: 6 W PT-LB386, PT-LB356...
  • Page 135 <SERIAL IN> terminal 1 (D-sub 9 pin, RS-232C compliant, for computer control use) <LAN> terminal 1 (for RJ-45 network connection, PJLink (Class 2) compatible, 10Base-T/100Base-TX) *1 Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356 *2 Only for PT-LB306 ENGLISH - 135...
  • Page 136 Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications r Wireless LAN (Only for PT-LW376, PT-LW336, PT-LB426, PT-LB386 and PT-LB356) To use the wireless LAN function with the projector, it is necessary to attach the optional Wireless Module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / ET-WML100). Compliance standards IEEE802.11b/g/n...
  • Page 137: Dimensions

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Dimensions Dimensions Unit : mm (inch) 87 (3-7/16") 335 (13-3/16") 96 (3-25/32") 69 (2-23/32") 168 (6-5/8") Actual dimension may differ by product.  ENGLISH - 137...
  • Page 138: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards

    Ask a qualified technician to do the installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling. f 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 139: Index

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Index Index [FUNCTION BUTTON] .......78 Precautions for use......15 Projecting..........43 About Presenter Light ......97 [PROJECTION METHOD] ....75 Accessories ........20 [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL] ......69 Projector body ........23 <AC IN> terminal ......24, 38 [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] ....75 [PROJECTOR ID] .......74 [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] ..86 How to adjust the state of the image ..45 [PROJECTOR NAME] ......85...
  • Page 140 Atıkların atılmasıyla ilgili yanlış uygulamalar yasayla belirlenmiş olan cezalara sebebiyet verebilir. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2020 Panasonic System Solutions Company of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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