Page 1 Functional Manual DLP™ Projector Commercial Use PT-FRQ50 Model No. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No. z for Taiwan BT: Black model z for India...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Read this first! Projecting Selecting the input signal Adjusting the image Chapter 1 Preparation Adjusting adjustable feet Precautions for use Lens shift range Intended use of the product Using the USB memory Lens protection material Notes on use Cautions when transporting USB memory that can be used with the projector 53 Cautions when installing...
Page 3 Contents [SIGNAL LIST] menu [ASPECT] [ZOOM] Registering new signals [CLOCK PHASE] Renaming the registered signal [GEOMETRY] Deleting the registered signal Protecting the registered signal [ADVANCED MENU] menu Expanding signal lock-in range [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] Sub memory [BLANKING] [SECURITY] menu [INPUT RESOLUTION] [CLAMP POSITION] [SECURITY PASSWORD] [EDGE BLENDING]...
Page 4 Contents Chapter 6 Maintenance Light source/temperature indicators When an indicator lights up Maintenance Before maintaining the projector Maintenance Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display Chapter 7 Appendix Technical information Using the PJLink function Using Art-Net function Control commands via LAN <SERIAL IN> terminal <COMPUTER IN>...
Page 5: 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 6 Read this first! WARNING: Do not look at the light emitted from the lens while the projector is being used. As with any bright source, do not stare into the direct beam, RG2 IEC 62471-5:2015. Indicated on the projector Notice on laser This projector is the Class 1 laser product that complies with IEC/EN 60825-1:2014.
Page 7 FCC NOTICE (USA) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-FRQ50W / PT-FRQ50B 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 Projector Contact: https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 8 L or colored 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 9 Read this first! r Hazard distance (IEC 62471-5:2015) The distance from the projection lens surface, at which the emission reaches the Accessible Emission Limit (AEL) of risk group 2, is known as the hazard distance (HD) or safety distance. The area where the emission exceeds the Accessible Emission Limit of risk group 2 is called the hazard zone (HZ).
Page 10 Read this first! WARNING: r 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, or will cause visual impairment.
Page 11 If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. f 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 12 Read this first! CAUTION: r ON USE/INSTALLATION Do not place heavy objects on top of the projector. Failure to observe this will cause the projector to become unbalanced and fall, which could result in damage or injury. The projector will be damaged or deformed. Do not put your weight on this projector.
Page 13 Read this first! Brazil Only Brasil Apenas r Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e/ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento.
Page 14 For details, refer to “Using the web control function” ( x page 153). 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 15 Features of the Projector Quick Steps For details, refer to the corresponding pages. High image quality and fast response 1. Set up the projector. ▶ With the unique QUAD PIXEL DRIVE ( x page 31) technology, smooth display of high- definition 4K images is realized, in addition to the high luminance of 5 200 lm 2.
Page 16: Chapter 1 Preparation
Preparation Chapter 1 This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector. 16 - ENGLISH...
Page 17: Precautions For Use
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Precautions for use Intended use of the product The product is intended to project still/moving image signals from video equipment and computers onto a screen. Lens protection material Lens protection material is attached to the product at the time of purchase to protect the projection lens from the vibration during transport.
Page 18 Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use r Ask a qualified technician or your dealer for the installation work such as installing to a ceiling. To ensure projector performance and security, ask a qualified technician or your dealer when installing the projector in a method other than the floor installation or when installing the projector in a high place.
Page 19: Cautions When Setting Up The Projector
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Cautions when setting up the projector f Use the adjustable feet only for the floor standing installation and for adjusting the angle. Using them for other purposes may damage the projector. f When installing the projector with a method other than the floor installation using the adjustable feet or the ceiling installation using the ceiling mount bracket, use the five screw holes for ceiling mount (as shown in the figure) to fix the projector to the mount.
Page 20: 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 21: Quad Pixel Drive
QUAD PIXEL DRIVE “QUAD PIXEL DRIVE” is a technology unique to Panasonic that will enhance the resolution of the projected image with the signal processing for the high resolution of up to 3 840 x 2 160 dots and quadrupling the resolution by shifting the image pixels in horizontal and vertical directions.
Page 22: Storage
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use f Early Warning Software This plug-in software monitors the status of the display devices and their peripherals within an intranet, and notifies of abnormality of such equipment and detects the signs of possible abnormality. “Early Warning Software”...
Page 23: Accessories
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed in < > show the number of accessories. Wireless remote control unit <1> (TXFSX01RWDZ) (N2QAYA000232) For India (1JP1FRZ50BD) Power cord (TXFSX01RXQZ) For Taiwan (1JP1FRZ50BT)
Page 24: Optional Accessories
The model numbers of optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice. f The optional accessories compatible with the projector may be added or changed without prior notice. For the latest information, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). 24 - ENGLISH...
Page 25: About Your Projector
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector About your projector Remote control Front Bottom Power < v / b > button 11 <AUTO SETUP> button ( v : Standby, b : Power on) Automatically adjusts the image display position and signal level Sets the projector to the state where the projector is turned while projecting the image.
Page 26: Projector Body
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Attention f Do not drop the remote control. f Avoid contact with liquids or moisture. f Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. f Observe the following instructions that are indicated on the caution label at the back of the remote control: g Do not use old battery with new one.
Page 27 Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Bottom Projection direction Remote control signal receiver (front) 11 Focus ring Adjusts the focus. Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> Indicates the status of the power. 12 Zoom ring Adjusts the zoom. Light source indicator <LIGHT> Indicates the status of the light source.
Page 28 Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector r Connecting terminals <AUDIO IN> terminal <USB (DC OUT)> terminal This is a terminal to input audio signal. This is a terminal to connect the USB memory when using the data cloning function or firmware update function. ( x pages 178, <AUDIO OUT>...
Page 29: Preparing The Remote Control
Chapter 1 Preparation — Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing the batteries (ii) Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the m side first). (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order.
Page 30: 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. 30 - ENGLISH...
Page 31: Setting Up
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Setting up Installation mode The installation modes of the projector are as follows. Set [FRONT/REAR]/[FLOOR/CEILING] in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] ( x page 103) depending on the installation mode. Setting on a desk/floor and projecting forward Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item...
Page 32: Parts For Installation (Optional)
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r Angle sensor The range of the installation attitude that is detected by the angle sensor built-in the projector is as follows. Floor standing installation 30° Ceiling mount installation 30° Floor standing installation Projection direction Parts for installation (optional) The projector can be installed on the ceiling by combining the optional Ceiling Mount Bracket (Model No.:...
Page 33 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up L (LW/LT) Projection distance Projected image height Projected image width Distance from the lens center to the bottom edge of the projected image Projected image size *1 LW: Minimum projection distance LT: Maximum projection distance [GEOMETRY] projection range [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from the side) [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from above)
Page 34 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Projection distance A ±5 % error in listed projection distances may occur. When [GEOMETRY] is used, distance is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size. (Unit: m) Projected image Aspect ratio 16:9 Aspect ratio 16:10 Aspect ratio 4:3 size...
Page 35: Connecting
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting Before connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables. f Observe the following when connecting cables. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions. g When connecting a cable to a device connected to the projector or the projector itself, touch any nearby metallic objects to eliminate static electricity from your body before performing work.
Page 36: Connecting Example: Computers
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Note f Switching of the setting in the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [HDMI1 IN] / [HDMI2 IN] → [EDID SELECT] may be required depending on the connected external device when HDMI signal is input. f For the HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to the HDMI standards.
Page 37: Connecting Example Using Digital Link
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK Twisted-pair-cable transmitter based on the communication standard HDBaseT such as the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) uses the twisted pair cable to transmit input images, audio, Ethernet, and serial control signal, and the projector can input such digital signal to the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
Page 38 (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 39: Chapter 3 Basic Operations
Basic Operations Chapter 3 This chapter describes basic operations to start with. ENGLISH - 39...
Page 40: Switching On/Off The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Switching on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the <AC IN> terminal of the projector to prevent it from being removed easily. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER>...
Page 41: Switching On The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Indicator status Projector status The main power is switched off. The power is switched off. (standby mode) Projection will start when the power < v / b > button is pressed. f The setting of the projector is as follows.
Page 42: When The Initial Setting Screen Is Displayed
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Press the power < v / b > button. f The power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> lights green and the image is soon projected on the screen. Note f A warm-up period of up to approximately five minutes may be necessary until an image is displayed when the projector is switched on at around 0 °C (32 °F).
Page 43 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (operation setting) Set the items for the operating method depending on the projector’s application and duration of usage. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 44 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Relationship between brightness and runtime The projector can be operated with arbitrary brightness and runtime by setting [LIGHT OUTPUT] to desired setting. The relationship between the [LIGHT OUTPUT] setting, brightness, and the estimated runtime is as follows. Make the initial setting (operation setting) depending on the desired brightness of the projected image and runtime.
Page 45 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (standby mode) Set the operation mode during standby. The factory default setting is [NORMAL], which allows you to use the network function during standby. To keep power consumption low during standby, set this item to [ECO]. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 46 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Press the <ENTER> button to proceed to the initial setting. Initial setting (time zone) Set [TIME ZONE] in accordance with the country or region where you use the projector. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [DATE AND TIME].
Page 47: When The Administrator Account Setting Screen Is Displayed
STORE Please set the user name and password. if not set, could not use the Web Control function and for communication control via a LAN (including Panasonic application software). MENU SELECT SUB MENU ENTER [PASSWORD POLICY] Displays the policies about the password for the administrator account.
Page 48: Making Adjustments And Selections
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector After entering the password, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PASSWORD CONFIRM], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD CONFIRM] screen is displayed.
Page 49: Switching Off The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector If the input signal is the analog RGB signal or the HDMI signal, press the <AUTO SETUP> button. Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the projected image to match the screen. Adjust the focus again with the focus ring.
Page 50: Projecting
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Projecting Check the external device connection ( x page 35) and the power cord connection ( x page 40), and turn on the power ( x page 41) to start projection. Select the image to project, and adjust appearance of the projected image.
Page 51: Adjusting The Image
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Switching the input by displaying the input selection screen The input for projection can be selected by displaying the input selection screen using the <INPUT SELECT> button on the control panel. Press the <INPUT SELECT> button on the control panel. f The input selection screen is displayed.
Page 52: Adjusting Adjustable Feet
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Note f It is recommended that images be projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus is adjusted. f Since the projected image size will change when the focus ring is turned, fine adjust the projected image size again by turning the zoom ring.
Page 53: Using The Usb Memory
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Using the USB memory Using the USB memory This projector supports the attachment of the USB memory. Attach the USB memory to the <USB (DC OUT)> terminal when using the data cloning function, the firmware update function, etc. Note f For the data cloning function, refer to the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 54: Operating With The Remote Control
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Operating with the remote control Using the shutter 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 image and audio temporarily.
Page 55: Adjusting The Volume
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume of audio output. button Press the <VOL-> button/<VOL+> button on the remote control. <VOL+> Increases the volume. <VOL-> Decreases the volume. Note f This operation can be also performed using qw on the control panel. Using the freeze function The projected image can be paused and audio can be turned off regardless of the playback of the external device.
Page 56: Using The Geometric Adjustment Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Avoid using images that include halftones or gradation, such as photographs and computer graphics. button Press the <AUTO SETUP> button. f [COMPLETE] is displayed when it has completed without any problem. Note f The clock phase may shift even if it has completed without any incident.
Page 57: Switching The Image Aspect Ratio
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Switching the image aspect ratio Switch the image aspect ratio according to the input. button Press the <ASPECT> button. f The setting will change each time you press the button. Note f Refer to the [POSITION] menu →...
Page 58: Using The Eco Management Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control STATUS PROJECTOR TYPE PT-FRQ50 SERIAL NUMBER SN1234567 PROJECTOR RUNTIME LIGHT RUNTIME CONTINUOUS LIGHTING TIME 1h 23m MAIN/SUB VERSION 1.00 / 1.00 INTAKE AIR TEMP. 25°C/77°F OPTICS MODULE TEMP. 29°C/84°F EXHAUST AIR TEMP.
Page 59 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Attention f Since the ID number of the remote control can be set without the projector body, do not press the <ID SET> button on the remote control carelessly. If the <ID SET> button is pressed and no number (<0> - <9>) buttons are pressed within five seconds, the ID number returns to its original value before the <ID SET>...
Page 60: Chapter 4 Settings
Settings Chapter 4 This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu. 60 - ENGLISH...
Page 61: 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 on the remote control or control panel. f The [MAIN MENU] screen is displayed.
Page 62 Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Press as to select a sub-menu, and press qw or the <ENTER> button to change or adjust settings. f Some items will switch in order as follows each time you press qw . f For some items, press qw to display an individual adjustment screen with a bar scale as shown below. CONTRAST ADJUST Note...
Page 63: Main Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Main menu The following items are in the main menu. When a main menu item is selected, the screen changes to a sub-menu selection screen. Main menu item Page [PICTURE] [POSITION] [ADVANCED MENU] [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] [DISPLAY OPTION] [PROJECTOR SETUP] [TEST PATTERN]...
Page 64 Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation [ADVANCED MENU] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] [AUTO] [BLANKING] ― [INPUT RESOLUTION] ― [CLAMP POSITION] [24] [EDGE BLENDING] [OFF] [FRAME RESPONSE] [NORMAL] [RASTER POSITION] ― *1 Depends on the signal input. Note f The factory default setting varies depending on the selected input terminal.
Page 65 Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Sub-menu item Factory default Page [LOAD ALL USER DATA] ― [HDMI CEC] [ON] [INITIALIZE] ― [FIRMWARE UPDATE] ― [SERVICE PASSWORD] ― [TEST PATTERN] Details ( x page 128) [SIGNAL LIST] Details ( x page 129) [SECURITY] Sub-menu item Factory default...
Page 66: [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 61) 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 67: [Color]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [COLOR] You can adjust the color saturation of the projected image. Press as to select [COLOR]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment...
Page 68 Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR TEMPERATURE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WHITE BALANCE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [WHITE BALANCE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WHITE BALANCE HIGH] or [WHITE BALANCE LOW]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 69: [White Gain]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Changing the name of [USER1] or [USER2] Press as to select [COLOR TEMPERATURE]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR TEMPERATURE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to select [USER1] or [USER2]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 70: [Daylight View]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Note f In the following cases, the gamma mode is automatically set based on the InfoFrame information while displaying the image with the InfoFrame information added, so the gamma mode cannot be selected. If the information necessary for supporting HDR (High Dynamic Range) is not included in the InfoFrame information added to the displayed image signal, it will follow the [GAMMA] setting.
Page 71: [Sharpness]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] No correction. Corrects the image to weaken vividness. Corrects the image to medium vividness. Corrects the image to high vividness. [SHARPNESS] You can adjust the sharpness of the projected image.
Page 72: [Color Space]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [OFF] Disables the dynamic contrast function. Adjusts the light source and compensates signals to a small extent. Adjusts the light source and compensates signals to a large extent. Note f The brightness control function and the dynamic contrast function will operate simultaneously, but the dynamic contrast function will not operate while measuring the brightness and the color.
Page 73 Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Set according to the following steps to reproduce more faithful, sRGB compliant colors. Set [COLOR MATCHING] to [OFF]. f Refer to [COLOR MATCHING] ( x page 88). Display the [PICTURE] menu. f Refer to “[PICTURE] menu” ( x page 66). Press as to select [PICTURE MODE].
Page 74: [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 61) for the operation of the menu screen. Note f When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the <DIGITAL LINK/ LAN>...
Page 75: [Zoom]
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [DEFAULT] Displays images without changing the aspect ratio of the input signals. Displays images with the aspect ratio converted to 16:9 when standard signals are input .
Page 76: [Clock Phase]
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press qw to switch the item. [INTERNAL] Enlarges the size within the aspect range set with [SCREEN FORMAT]. [FULL] Enlarges or reduces the size using the entire display area set with [SCREEN FORMAT]. Press as to select [INTERLOCKED]. Press qw to switch the item.
Page 77 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Setting [KEYSTONE] or [CURVED CORRECTION] Press as to select [GEOMETRY]. Press qw to select [KEYSTONE] or [CURVED CORRECTION]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [GEOMETRY:KEYSTONE] or [GEOMETRY:CURVED CORRECTION] screen is displayed. Press as to select the item to adjust. Press qw to adjust.
Page 78 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [CURVED CORRECTION] [MAINTAIN ASPECT RATIO] Select [ON] to correct while keeping the aspect ratio. [FREE GRID] Finer adjustment is possible by selecting the points or lines to be corrected. For details of operation, refer to “Adjusting distortion with [FREE GRID]” ( x page 79). Setting [CORNER CORRECTION] Press as to select [GEOMETRY].
Page 79 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Adjusting distortion with [FREE GRID] Press as to select [GEOMETRY]. Press qw to select an item other than [OFF]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The screen for the selected item is displayed. Press as to select [FREE GRID]. Press qw to select an item.
Page 80 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [WHITE] [BLACK] [RED] [GREEN] Displays the pattern of the selected color. (Factory default setting: [RED]) [BLUE] [CYAN] [MAGENTA] [YELLOW] [OFF] Does not display the pattern. 15) Press as to select [CONTROL POINTS COLOR]. 16) Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
Page 81 Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The screen for the selected item is displayed. Press as to select [FREE GRID]. Press qw to select [ON]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FREE GRID] screen is displayed. Press as to select [INITIALIZE].
Page 82: [Advanced Menu] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu [ADVANCED MENU] menu On the menu screen, select [ADVANCED MENU] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 61) for the operation of the menu screen. [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] The picture quality is enhanced by raising the vertical resolution higher performing the cinema processing when interlaced video signal is input.
Page 83: [Input Resolution]
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Note f The upper limit of the adjustment range may be restricted so that the entire projected image is not covered by blanking width. [INPUT RESOLUTION] You can adjust the image to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. Press as to select [INPUT RESOLUTION].
Page 84 Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Press as to specify the location to be corrected. f When joining at top: Set [UPPER] to [ON] f When joining at bottom: Set [LOWER] to [ON] f When joining at left: Set [LEFT] to [ON] f When joining at right: Set [RIGHT] to [ON] Press qw to switch to [ON].
Page 85: [Frame Response]
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu 20) Press the <ENTER> button. f The [BLACK BORDER LEVEL] screen is displayed. f [RED], [GREEN], and [BLUE] can be adjusted individually if [INTERLOCKED] is set to [OFF]. 21) Press as to select an item, and press qw to adjust the setting. f Once the adjustment is completed, press the <MENU>...
Page 86: [Raster Position]
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu [RASTER POSITION] This will allow the position of the image to move within the display area arbitrarily when the input image is not using the whole display area. Press as to select [RASTER POSITION]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 87: [Display Language] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 61) for the operation of the menu screen. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display.
Page 88: [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 61) for the operation of the menu screen. [COLOR MATCHING] Correct the color difference between projectors when using multiple projectors simultaneously.
Page 89: [Color Correction]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Adjusting the color matching using a colorimeter Use a colorimeter that can measure chromaticity coordinates and luminance to change the colors [RED], [GREEN], [BLUE], [CYAN], [MAGENTA], [YELLOW], or [WHITE] to desired colors. Press as to select [COLOR MATCHING]. Press qw to select [MEASURED].
Page 90: [Auto Signal]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [SCREEN FORMAT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [16:9] Sets the screen format to 16:9. [16:10] Sets the screen format to 16:10. [4:3] Sets the screen format to 4:3.
Page 91: [Computer In]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Note f Automatic setup of signal can be executed when analog RGB signal consisting of dots such as computer signal, or HDMI signal is being input. Adjusting position automatically Press as to select [AUTO SETUP]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 92: [Hdmi1 In] / [Hdmi2 In]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] screen is displayed. Press qw to select [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY]. f Select [60Hz], [50Hz], [30Hz], [25Hz], or [24Hz] when [1920x1080p] is selected for [RESOLUTION]. f Select [60Hz], [50Hz], or [48Hz] when [1920x1080i] is selected for [RESOLUTION].
Page 93 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Select this item when the gamma mode is to be automatically set to the one compatible with HDR (High [ENABLE] Dynamic Range) based on the InfoFrame information added to the image signal. In such case, the [PICTURE] menu →...
Page 94: [Digital Link In]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting [EDID MODE] in [HDMI1 IN] or [HDMI2 IN] Press as to select [HDMI1 IN] or [HDMI2 IN]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [HDMI1 IN] screen or the [HDMI2 IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [EDID MODE].
Page 95 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [AUTO] Automatically sets the signal level. Select this item when the signal output from the HDMI terminal of an external device (Blu-ray disc [64-940] player, etc.) is input to the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
Page 96 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting [EDID SELECT] in [DIGITAL LINK IN] Press as to select [DIGITAL LINK IN]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL LINK IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [EDID SELECT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
Page 97: [On-Screen Display]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu 10) Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 11) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f The settings in [RESOLUTION] and [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] are displayed in [EDID STATUS]. f Setting of the resolution and the vertical scanning frequency may be necessary on the computer or video device in use.
Page 98 Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [OSD COLOR]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Sets to yellow. Sets to blue. Sets to white. Sets to green. Sets to peach.
Page 99: [Back Color]
Displays the image registered by the user. Note f To create and register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). When transferring logos via the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G), setting for “NO SIGNAL SLEEP”...
Page 100: [Freeze]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. Item Adjustment [OFF] Does not set fade-in or fade-out. [FADE-IN] Sets the fade-in or fade-out time. [FADE-OUT] [0.5s] - [10.0s] Select an item from [0.5s] - [4.0s], [5.0s], [7.0s], or [10.0s]. [0.5s] - [4.0s] can be selected in increments of 0.5.
Page 101: [Waveform Monitor]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [WAVEFORM MONITOR] Use the input signals from a connected external device to display in a waveform. Check whether video output (luminance) signal level is within the recommended range for the projector and adjust. Press as to select [WAVEFORM MONITOR].
Page 102: [Cut Off]
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu of the waveform monitor. Adjust bright red areas. f Use [RED] in [WHITE BALANCE HIGH] to adjust the white level 100 % of the image signal to the 100 % position of the waveform monitor. Use the procedure for [RED] to adjust [GREEN] and [BLUE].
Page 103: [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 61) for the operation of the menu screen. [PROJECTOR ID] The projector has an ID number setting function that can be used when multiple projectors are used side by side to enable simultaneous control or individual control via a single remote control.
Page 104: [Eco Management]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Automatically detects the attitude of the projector by the built-in angle sensor. [AUTO] Set [AUTO] normally. [FLOOR] Select this item when installing the projector on a desk, etc. Select this item when installing the projector using the Ceiling Mount Bracket (optional). [CEILING] Projected image is inverted upside down.
Page 105 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Interrelation of brightness and runtime The projector can be operated at arbitrary brightness and duration of use by combining the settings of [LIGHT OUTPUT], and [CONSTANT MODE] in [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP]. The relationship between the [LIGHT OUTPUT] setting, brightness, and the estimated runtime is as follows. Make the setting depending on the desired brightness of the projected image and runtime.
Page 106 The no signal lights-out function is disabled in following cases. g When [BACK COLOR] is set to [DEFAULT LOGO] or [USER LOGO], and the Panasonic logo or the image registered by the user is displayed in the projected image...
Page 107 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Setting [STANDBY MODE] Set the power consumption during standby and whether to enable the [QUICK STARTUP] function. Press as to select [ECO MANAGEMENT]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ECO MANAGEMENT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [STANDBY MODE].
Page 108: [Brightness Control]
[PC] Synchronizes nine or more projectors using a computer and “Multi Monitoring & Control Software” *1 “Multi Monitoring & Control Software” can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f When [OFF] is selected, proceed to Step 9). f When [PC] is selected, proceed to Step 11).
Page 109 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 12) Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Does not measure the brightness and color of the light source periodically. Measures the brightness and color of the light source by the brightness sensor at the time specified [ON] by [CALIBRATION TIME].
Page 110 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f If the projector operates with [CONSTANT MODE] set to [AUTO] or [PC], measurement of the brightness and color may not be possible when the shutter function is enabled (shutter: closed) within 10 minutes after turning on the light source. If the measurement was not possible, correction of the brightness is performed approximately two minutes after the shutter function is disabled (shutter: opened).
Page 111 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [AUTO], and [LINK] is set to [GROUP A] through [GROUP D] The screen shows the status of the brightness control of synchronized projectors (up to eight units), including the projector being controlled through the on-screen menu.
Page 112 There is a problem with the brightness sensor. If problems persist even after switching on the [Brightness Sensor Error] power, consult your dealer. *1 “Multi Monitoring & Control Software” can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). Note f If the synchronized projectors are not displayed in the list, check the following:...
Page 113 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Does not measure the brightness and color of the light source periodically. Measures the brightness and color of the light source by the brightness sensor at the time specified [ON] by [CALIBRATION TIME].
Page 114: [Initial Startup]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Set the administrator account, [SUBNET MASK], and [IP ADDRESS] of each projector. f Set the administrator account (user name and password) of all linked projectors to the same setting. f To be able to communicate over the network, set the same value in [SUBNET MASK] for all projectors and set a different value in [IP ADDRESS] for each projector.
Page 115: [Date And Time]
Sets the input to HDMI2. [DIGITAL LINK] Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK. Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of the Panasonic twisted-pair-cable transmitter [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] to the specified input. *1 When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the projector, its input name is automatically reflected from [INPUT1] to [INPUT10].
Page 116: [Schedule]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADJUST CLOCK] screen is displayed. Press as to select [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION], and press qw to change the setting to [ON]. Press as to select [APPLY], and press the <ENTER> button. f The setting of the date and time will be completed.
Page 117 Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK. Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of the [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] Panasonic twisted-pair-cable transmitter to the specified input. [NORMAL] Prioritizes luminance. Controls the power to increase the life of the light source although [ECO] the luminance is lower than that of [NORMAL].
Page 118: [Function Button]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. [PROJECTOR] Performs the RS-232C communication with the <SERIAL IN> terminal of the projector. Performs the RS-232C communication via the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model [DIGITAL LINK] No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) and the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
Page 119: [Audio Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [AUDIO SETTING] Set audio functions in detail. Adjusting the volume Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [VOLUME]. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment...
Page 120: [Status]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [OFF] No audio is output while using the shutter function (shutter: closed). [ON] Audio is output while using the shutter function (shutter: closed). Setting mute mode Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed.
Page 121 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR TYPE] Displays the projector type of the projector. [SERIAL NUMBER] Displays the serial number of the projector. [PROJECTOR RUNTIME] Displays the runtime of the projector. [LIGHT RUNTIME] Displays the runtime of the light source. Displays the elapsed time from when the light source is illuminated.
Page 122 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu r [CONTENT INFORMATION] Displays EOTF (Electro-Optical Transfer Function) out of the InfoFrame information added to the input [EOTF] signal. Displays the chromaticity coordinates for the primary color red out of the [RED] InfoFrame information added to the input signal. Displays the chromaticity coordinates for the primary color green out of the [GREEN] InfoFrame information added to the input signal.
Page 123: [Data Cloning]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [DATA CLONING] Perform the operation of the data cloning function. Data such as the settings and adjustment values of the projector can be copied to multiple projectors via LAN or using the USB memory. For details of operation, refer to “Using the data cloning function”...
Page 124 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [HDMI CEC]. Press qw to select [ON]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [HDMI CEC] screen is displayed. Press as to select [HDMI 1] or [HDMI 2]. f Select the input corresponding to the CEC-compatible device you want to operate. f Proceed to Step 6) when the device to operate is displayed.
Page 125: [Initialize]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Disables the power link control from the projector to the CEC-compatible device. [DISABLE] Select this when you do not want the power status of the CEC-compatible device to link with the power status of the projector.
Page 126 Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu The user data to return to factory default settings can be selected arbitrarily. [USER SETTINGS] The projector goes into the standby status after executing [INITIALIZE]. For details of operation, refer to “Initializing the settings by selecting the items” ( x page 126). Deletes all the signals registered in [SIGNAL LIST].
Page 127: [Firmware Update]
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the setting. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Does not return to the factory default settings and maintains the current settings when initialization is executed [KEEP] by [USER SETTINGS].
Page 128: [Test Pattern] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu On the menu screen, select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 61) for the operation of the menu screen. [TEST PATTERN] Display the test pattern built-in to the projector.
Page 129: [Signal List] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu [SIGNAL LIST] menu On the menu screen, select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 61) for the operation of the menu screen. r Registered signal details Memory number: A1 (1-2) Sub memory number...
Page 130: Protecting The Registered Signal
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu Note f A registered signal can also be deleted from [REGISTERED SIGNAL DELETE] on the [REGISTERED SIGNAL SETUP] screen. Protecting the registered signal Press asqw to select the signal to protect. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [REGISTERED SIGNAL STATUS] screen is displayed.
Page 131: Sub Memory
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu f In an environment where multiple types of signals are input to the same terminal, signals are sometimes not determined correctly when the setting is set to [WIDE]. Sub memory The projector has a sub memory function that can register the multiple image adjustment data, even if it is recognized as the same signal by the frequency or format of the synchronization signal source.
Page 132: [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 61) for the operation of the menu screen. f When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press awsqawsq in order, and press the <ENTER>...
Page 133: [Control Device Setup]
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] Enable/disable the button operations on the control panel and the remote control. Press as to select [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] screen is displayed. Press as to select [CONTROL PANEL] or [REMOTE CONTROL].
Page 134: [Control Device Password Change]
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press qw to switch the item. [ENABLE] Enables button operations. [DISABLE] Disables button operations. Press as to select [APPLY], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 10) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f When a button operation is performed on the device set to [DISABLE], the [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD] screen is displayed.
Page 135: [Network] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu 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 61) for the operation of the menu screen. [ETHERNET TYPE] Set the path for transmitting the Ethernet signal.
Page 136 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Possible communication modes l : Communication possible ―: Communication not possible Communication possible Setting Video transfer Video transfer Ethernet RS-232C (100 m (328'1")) (150 m (492'2")) For DIGITAL LINK ― [AUTO] For long reach ―...
Page 137: [Wired Lan]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Note f [DIGITAL LINK MENU] cannot be selected when the [NETWORK] menu → [DIGITAL LINK] → [EXTRON XTP] is set to [ON]. [EXTRON XTP] Make connection setting for the "XTP transmitter" of Extron Electronics. Press as to select [DIGITAL LINK].
Page 138: [Projector Name]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when the wireless LAN is to be used. A device such as a smartphone can be directly connected to the projector even if a wireless LAN [ENABLE] access point is not set up separately because the projector is used as a simplified access point.
Page 139: [Administrator Account]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [NETWORK STATUS] screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the display screen. f The page will change each time you press the button. [WIRED LAN] (page 1/3), [WIRELESS LAN] (page 2/3), [WIRELESS LAN] (page 3/3) [DHCP] Displays the status of use of the DHCP server.
Page 140 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [USER NAME], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [USER NAME] screen is displayed. f The factory default setting of user name is "dispadmin".
Page 141: [Network Security]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press asqw to select a character, and press the <ENTER> button. f Enter the current password. After entering the password, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [USER NAME] under [NEW], and press the <ENTER>...
Page 142: [Network Control]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Connect to the projector in protected mode. [ENABLE] The user name and password of the administrator account are required for the connection authentication. Connect to the projector in non-protected mode. [DISABLE] Connection authentication is not performed. f The confirmation screen is displayed once the setting is switched.
Page 143 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Note f If the password of the administrator account has not been set, that is, if it is left blank, the network function of this projector cannot be used. Set a password before using the web control function or the communication control (including operation with application software) via LAN. [PJLink PASSWORD] Set the password for security authentication which is required when connecting to the projector.
Page 144: [Art-Net]
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [ON] Enables PJLink protocol control function. [OFF] Disables PJLink protocol control function. [PJLink NOTIFICATION] Set to enable or disable the PJLink notification function. Press as to select [PJLink]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [PJLink] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PJLink NOTIFICATION].
Page 145 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [STORE], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f If [ON(2.X.X.X)] or [ON(10.X.X.X)] is selected, IP address is calculated and set automatically. f The network setting is common for the <LAN>...
Page 146 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [Art-Net STATUS]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [Art-Net STATUS] screen is displayed 146 - ENGLISH...
Page 147: Chapter 5 Operations
Operations Chapter 5 This chapter describes how to use each function. ENGLISH - 147...
Page 148: Network Connection
For details, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f PJLink Operation or status query of the projector can be performed from a computer using the PJLink protocol.
Page 149 (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 150: Connecting Via Wireless Lan
Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection Press as to select [WIRED LAN], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [WIRED LAN] screen is displayed. Perform the [WIRED LAN] setting. f Refer to [WIRED LAN] ( x page 137) for details. Note f To connect to an existing network, perform after consulting your network administrator.
Page 151 For the devices that the operation has been verified with this projector, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified.
Page 152 Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection Note f The [WIRELESS LAN] page in [NETWORK STATUS] screen is not displayed in following cases. g When the optional Wireless Module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 Series) is not attached to the <USB (DC OUT)> terminal. g When the [NETWORK] menu →...
Page 153: Using The Web Control Function
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Using the web control function Following operation is possible from a computer using the web control function. f Setting and adjustment of the projector f Display of the projector status f Sending E-mail messages when there is a problem with the projector The projector supports “Crestron Connected”, and the following application software of Crestron Electronics, Inc.
Page 154 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Click [Change]. f Setting of the administrator account is completed. Enter the user name and password on the displayed login screen. f Enter the user name and password of the administrator account, or the user name and password of a standard user account without administrator rights.
Page 155 *2 Even if an administrator account is not set, the license can be downloaded from the [Set up password] page that is displayed when accessing the projector. Descriptions of items PT-FRQ50 Page tab [Set up password] Switches pages by clicking this item.
Page 156: [Status]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Status] [Remote preview lite] page The input image to the projector can be simply viewed on the web control screen. Click [Status] → [Remote preview lite]. SN1234567 SN1234567 Preview window Signal information Simply displays the image corresponding to the input image to Displays the signal information of the selected input.
Page 157 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function r Status display icon The power is switched off. (Standby status) [POWER] In the projection mode The shutter function is enabled (shutter: closed). [SHUTTER] The shutter function is disabled (shutter: opened). The on-screen display is set to on (display).
Page 158 [Projector status] page Click [Status] → [Projector status]. Display the status of the projector for the following items. PT-FRQ50 [PROJECTOR TYPE] 10 [INPUT] Displays the type of the projector. Displays the status of the selected input.
Page 159 When [Error (Detail)] or [Warning (Detail)] is displayed in the [SELF TEST] display field of the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the content of the error/warning. f The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error. PT-FRQ50 Error ( Detail ) Display of error information...
Page 160: [Projector Control]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Mail error log] page Click [Status] → [Mail error log]. E-mail error log is displayed if periodic E-mail sending has failed. Note f [Access error log] and [Mail error log] display the recent few thousand accesses/requests. All information may not be displayed when many accesses/requests are made at once.
Page 161: [Detailed Set Up]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Detail control] page Click [Projector control] → [Detail control]. Control of the projector [PROJECTION METHOD] The projector is controlled by clicking the buttons in the same way Switches the setting of the projection method. as the buttons on the remote control.
Page 162 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function For wired LAN connection [PROJECTOR NAME] [DNS2] Enter the name of the projector. Enter the host name if it is Enter the DNS2 server address. required when using a DHCP server etc. Available characters for the entry of DNS2 server address (secondary): [DHCP ON], [DHCP OFF]...
Page 163 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Adjust clock] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Adjust clock]. [Time Zone] [Date] Select the time zone. Enter the date to change when [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] is set to [OFF]. [Set time zone] Updates the time zone setting.
Page 164 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Certificate] page To perform the HTTPS communication or use the control system or application software of Crestron Electronics, Inc., it is necessary to install the certificate for authentication into the projector. Click [Detailed set up] →...
Page 165 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function r Flow for setting The flow for setting differs depending on which certificate is to be used as the security certificate, either the server certificate or the self-signed certificate. Generate the CRT key. When using the server certificate When using the self-signed certificate Generate the signing request.
Page 166 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Click [OK]. f CRT key will be generated and the following message will be displayed. “CRT key - Generated” Click [OK]. f Clicking [Certificate] → [CRT Key generate] → [Execute] again can confirm the key length and generation date and time of the current CRT key with the [RSA key size] and [Last modified] of [Current CRT key] at the upper row of the CRT key generation page.
Page 167 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Generating the signing request When using the server certificate issued by the certification organization as a security certificate, generate a signing request necessary for application of issuing to the certification organization. Generate the signing request after generating the CRT key.
Page 168 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Click [Execute]. f The server certificate and the intermediate certificate are installed into the projector. Click [OK]. Note f To confirm the information of the installed server certificate, refer to “Confirming the information of the server certificate” ( x page 168). Confirming the information of the server certificate Confirm the information of the server certificate installed in the projector.
Page 169 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function Character length Item Details limit [Common Name] Enter the projector name or the IP address set in the projector. 64 characters [Country] Enter the country code defined in ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 (two upper case alphabets). ―...
Page 170 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Connection] [HTTPS port] Sets the connection method to the projector. Sets the port number to be used with the HTTPS communication. f [HTTP]: Uses the HTTP communication. (Factory default Allowed port number: 1 to 65535 setting) Factory default setting: 443 f [HTTPS]: Uses the HTTPS communication.
Page 171 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Secure Port] [User Name] Sets the port number to be used with the secure Enter the user name used for the connection authentication. communication. (Up to 20 half-width characters) Default value: 41796 [Password] [Authentication] Enter the password used for the connection authentication.
Page 172 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Auto Discovery] [Submit] [Disable]: Update the [Auto Discovery] setting Disables the standby process. [Enable]: Enables the standby process and enables the automatic detection of the projector. [E-mail set up] page E-mail can be sent to preset E-mail addresses (up to two addresses) periodically or when an error or problem has occurred.
Page 173 Example of the E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. f Example: When [MAIL CONTENTS] is set to [SIMPLE] in the [E-mail set up] page === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-FRQ50...
Page 174 Example of the E-mail sent for an error The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred. f Example: When [MAIL CONTENTS] is set to [SIMPLE] in the [E-mail set up] page === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type : PT-FRQ50...
Page 175: [Set Up Password]
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Network security] page Make settings to protect the projector from external attacks via LAN and unauthorized use. Click [Detailed set up] → [Network security]. [COMMAND PROTECT] [Submit] Make settings for the connection authentication when using the Updates the setting.
Page 176 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [Administrator] The user name and password of the administrator account can be set. [Account] [New] Displays the account to change. [User name]: Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single [Current] byte) [User name]:...
Page 177: License Download Page
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the web control function [PJLink] The password of the PJLink account can be changed. [Account] [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 password] (for standard user account) The password of the standard user account can be changed.
Page 178: Using The Data Cloning Function
Note f The data cloning function will not operate when the models of the projectors are different. For example, data of PT-FRQ50 can be copied to other PT-FRQ50 projectors, but it can not be copied to PT-FRZ50. Data cloning is limited to the same model.
Page 179 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LAN DATA CLONING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [SELECT PROJECTOR]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The projectors in the same subnet are displayed as a list. 10) Press as to select the copy destination projector.
Page 180: Copying The Data To Another Projector Using Usb
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function Note f The security password is the password set in the [SECURITY] menu → [SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE]. Initial password of the factory default setting: awsqawsq Copying the data to another projector using USB Copying projector data to USB memory Insert the USB memory into the <USB (DC OUT)>...
Page 181 Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function 10) Once the copying of the data is completed, disconnect the USB memory from the <USB (DC OUT)> terminal. 11) Turn on the power of the projector. f The copied content is reflected to the projector. Note f The security password is the password set in the [SECURITY] menu →...
Page 182: Using Hdmi-Cec Function
Chapter 5 Operations — Using HDMI-CEC function Using HDMI-CEC function HDMI-CEC function allows the basic operation of CEC-compatible device with the projector remote control or the link control between the projector and CEC-compatible device. Connecting a CEC-compatible device Connect a CEC-compatible device to the <HDMI IN 1> terminal or <HDMI IN 2> terminal. HDMI cable (commercially available) Repeater CEC-compatible device...
Page 183: About The Link Control
Chapter 5 Operations — Using HDMI-CEC function f If you cannot operate the operation menu of a CEC-compatible device, try setting the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [HDMI CEC] to [OFF] and [ON] again. It may be improved. Menu operation of CEC-compatible device When the setting menu of the CEC-compatible device is displayed, you can use the ▲▼◀▶...
Page 184: Updating The Firmware
The firmware of the projector can be updated via LAN or using a USB memory. Check the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/) for availability of the firmware that can be updated. Customer can update the firmware if a newer version than the current firmware version is published.
Page 185 When other software has started up or operating g When the computer has gone into sleep/pause status Acquiring the firmware Download the firmware update tool for this projector (compressed file in zip format) from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/). f File name (example): FirmUpdateTool_FRQ50_101.zip (Update tool for the PT-FRQ50 series with main version 1.01)
Page 186 Double-click the executable file generated by extracting. f The update tool is started up, and the confirmation screen is displayed. PT-FRQ50 Confirm the status of the projector. f Confirm that the projector to be updated is in the standby mode.
Page 187 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Click [Next]. f The connection setting screen is displayed. PT-FRQ50 1.01 Enter the setting details of the projector. f Enter the details set in the projector to be updated. Item Details [IP Address] The [NETWORK] menu →...
Page 188: Updating The Firmware Using The Usb Memory
Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware 10) Click [Start]. f Update is started. f The temperature indicator <TEMP> and the light source indicator <LIGHT> on the projector blink red alternately while updating. f Elapsed time and rough progress can be confirmed in the update status display screen. The required time is approximately 15 minutes.
Page 189 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Acquiring the firmware Download the firmware data for this projector (compressed file in zip format) from the Panasonic website (https:// panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/). f File name (example): FRQ50_USER_101.zip (Firmware data for PT-FRQ50 series with main version 1.01) Preparing the USB memory Prepare the USB memory to be used for update.
Page 190 Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Update in standby mode Rewriting of the firmware can be performed by operating the buttons on the control panel even if the projector is in the standby mode. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [STANDBY MODE] to [NORMAL] in advance. If [ECO] is set, the firmware cannot be updated in standby mode.
Page 191: Chapter 6 Maintenance
Maintenance Chapter 6 This chapter describes inspection methods when there are problems, and maintenance methods. ENGLISH - 191...
Page 192: Light Source/Temperature Indicators
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Light source/temperature indicators Light source/temperature indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem occurs inside the projector, the light source indicator <LIGHT> or the temperature indicator <TEMP> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and take following measures. Attention f When switching off the projector to deal with problems, make sure to follow the procedure in “Switching off the projector”...
Page 193: Maintenance
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance Maintenance Before maintaining the projector f Make sure to turn off the power before performing the maintenance of the projector. ( x pages 40, 49) f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” ( x page 49).
Page 194: Troubleshooting
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Page f Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? ― f Is the <MAIN POWER> switch set to <OFF>? f Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? ―...
Page 195 Chapter 6 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Page Video from HDMI f Is the HDMI cable connected securely? compatible device does f Turn the power of the projector and the external device off and on. ― not appear or it appears f Is a signal which is not compatible with the projector being input? jumbled.
Page 196: Self-Diagnosis Display
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis display When an error or a warning occurs, a symbol for that is displayed in [SELF TEST] of the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STATUS]. The following list shows the alphanumeric symbol that is displayed when an error or a warning has occurred and its details.
Page 197: Chapter 7 Appendix
Appendix Chapter 7 This chapter describes specifications and after-sales service for the projector. ENGLISH - 197...
Page 198: Technical Information
Returns the name set in the [NETWORK] menu → [PROJECTOR NAME? Projector name query xxxxxxxx NAME]. Manufacturer name INF1? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query PT-FRQ50 INF2? Model name query PT-FRQ50D Returns model name. PT-FRQ50T Other information INF0? xxxxx Returns the main version of the firmware.
Page 199: Using Art-Net Function
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Parameter/ Class Command Control details Remark response string SVER ? Software version query xxxxxxxxx Returns version number. 11 / COMPUTER Input terminal name 31 / HDMI1 INNM? Returns input terminal name. query 32 / HDMI2 33 / DIGITAL LINK Input signal resolution AAAA: Horizontal resolution...
Page 200 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Control details Channel [USER] CHANNEL6 NONE NONE LIGHT OUTPUT CHANNEL7 NONE NONE ENABLE / DISABLE CHANNEL8 POWER POWER FADE-IN CHANNEL9 GEOMETRY GEOMETRY FADE-OUT CHANNEL10 NONE NONE NONE CHANNEL11 ENABLE / DISABLE ENABLE / DISABLE GEOMETRY CHANNEL12 NONE...
Page 201 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r FADE-IN, FADE-OUT (when [Art-Net CHANNEL SETTING] is set to [1]) Operate together with SHUTTER. Performance Parameter Default value 0-15 0.5s 16-31 1.0s 32-47 1.5s 48-63 2.0s 64-79 2.5s 80-95 3.0s 96-111 3.5s 112-127 4.0s 128-143 5.0s...
Page 202: Control Commands Via Lan
“ENABLE / DISABLE” of channel 11 to “Disable” and then back to “Enable”. f To create and register the USER LOGO image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/).
Page 203 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information IP address Obtain from the [NETWORK] menu → [NETWORK STATUS]. Port number Obtain from the [NETWORK] menu → [NETWORK CONTROL] → [COMMAND PORT]. Check the response from the projector. Termination Data section Blank Mode Blank Random number section symbol...
Page 204 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Note f The projector will automatically disconnect the connection with the network right after sending the command. This is the specification based on the security view point to prevent unauthorized operation of this product by a malicious third party. To send commands continuously, execute the network connection request every time the command is to be sent.
Page 205: Serial In> Terminal
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r Error response Termination String Details symbol “ERR1” Undefined control command “ERR2” Out of parameter range (CR) Message “ERR3” Busy state or no-acceptable period 0x0d “ERR4” Timeout or no-acceptable period “ERR5” Wrong data length Data length 4 bytes ―...
Page 206 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information When connecting using DIGITAL LINK compatible device Projector connecting terminals DIGITAL LINK compatible device Computer DIGITAL LINK DIGITAL LINK D-Sub 9p (female) D-Sub 9p (male) Communication cable (straight) LAN cable (straight) Note f The destination of [RS-232C] ( x page 117) must be set according to the connection method. f When connecting using a DIGITAL LINK compatible device, set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 207 Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Basic format (has subcommands) Same as the basic format Sub command (5 bytes) Parameter (6 bytes) Symbol “+” or “–” (1 byte) and setting or adjustment value (5 bytes) Operation (1 byte) “=” (Set the value specified using parameter) *1 When transmitting a command which does not need a parameter, an operation (E) and parameter are not necessary.
Page 208: Computer In> Terminal Pin Assignment And Signal Name
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Control command The following table lists the commands that can be used to control the projector using a computer. r Projector control command Parameter/response Command Details Remark (parameter) string Power on ― To check if the power is on, use the “Power query” command. Power standby STANDBY Power query...
Page 209: Specifications
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Specifications The specifications of the projector are as follows. Display system DLP chip x 1, DLP projection system Size of effective display 16.5 mm (0.65") (aspect ratio 16:9) area Display 2 073 600 pixels without QUAD PIXEL DRIVE device (1 920 x 1 080 dots) Number of pixels...
Page 210 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications HDMI x 2, HDCP 2.3 compatible, Deep Color compatible <HDMI IN 1> terminal <HDMI IN 2> terminal Audio signal Linear PCM (sampling frequency: 48 kHz/44.1 kHz/32 kHz) <DIGITAL LINK/LAN> RJ-45 x 1, for network and DIGITAL LINK connections (HDBaseT compliant), PJLink (class 2) terminal compatible, 100Base-TX, Art-Net compatible, HDCP 2.3 compatible, Deep Color compatible...
Page 211 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Width 498 mm (19-5/8") Standard 168 mm (6-5/8") (with the feet at shortest position) outside Height 164 mm (6-15/32") (excluding the feet and protrusions) dimensions Depth 492 mm (19-3/8") (including the lens) Weight Approx. 16.1 k ] (35.49 lbs.) Materials Molded plastic Outer case...
Page 212: Dimensions
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Dimensions Unit: mm (inch) 249 (9-13/16") 210 (8-9/32") 373 (14-11/16") 420 (16-17/32") 498 (19-5/8") * Actual dimensions may differ depending on the product. 212 - ENGLISH...
Page 213: List Of Compatible Signals
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals that the projector can project. This projector supports the signal with l in the compatible signal column. f The content of the signal type column is as follows. g V: Video signal g C: Computer signal Scanning freq.
Page 214 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Compatible signal Signal Signal name Resolution Dot clock Horizontal Vertical DIGITAL type (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) freq. (MHz) COMPUTER HDMI (kHz) (Hz) LINK 640 x 480/60 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 1024 x 768/50 1 024 x 768 39.6 50.0...
Page 215 Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Plug and play compatible signal Signal name Dot clock Resolution (SIGNAL freq. HDMI DIGITAL LINK Horizontal Vertical (Dots) COMPUTER FORMAT) (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 4K/60P 4K/30P 2K 4K/60P 4K/30P 1080/24sF 1 920 x 1 080i 27.0 48.0 74.3...
Page 216: Precautions For Attaching The Ceiling Mount Bracket
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 the Ceiling Mount Bracket not manufactured by Panasonic or the inappropriate choice of location for installing the Ceiling Mount Bracket, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.
Page 217: Index
Index Index [EDGE BLENDING] ..........83 <ENTER> button Accessories ............23 [PICTURE] ............63, 66 Projector body ..........27 <AC IN> terminal ..........27, 40 [PICTURE MODE] ..........66 Remote control .........25, 61 Adjusting adjustable feet ........52 [PJLink] .............142 [ETHERNET TYPE] ..........135 [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] .......139 [POSITION] ..........63, 74 Expanding signal lock-in range......130 [ADVANCED MENU] ........64, 82 Power button...
Page 218 Index Volume adjustment ..........55 <VOL->/<VOL+> button Remote control .........25, 55 [WAVEFORM MONITOR] .........101 Web control ............153 [WHITE GAIN] ............69 [WIRED LAN] ............137 [WIRELESS LAN] ..........137 [ZOOM] ...............75 218 - ENGLISH...
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Panasonic PT-FRQ50 Operating Instructions Manual

Chapter 1 Preparation

Chapter 2 Getting Started

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Chapter 4 Settings

Chapter 5 Operations

Chapter 6 Maintenance

Chapter 7 Appendix

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