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- Page 1 LCD Projector Commercial Use PT-VW431DE Model No. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use. Æ Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” ( pages 2 to 6).
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Page 2: 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. Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3. GSGV, January 18, 1991: The sound pressure level at the operator position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779. - Page 3 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. If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
- Page 4 If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Defects in the ceiling mount bracket will result in falling accidents. Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down.
- Page 5 Read this first! WARNING: ACCESSORIES „ Do not use or handle the batteries improperly, and refer to the following. Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. Use AAA/R03 or AAA/LR03 batteries. Do not use unspecified batteries. Do not disassemble dry cell batteries.
- Page 6 Read this first! CAUTION: ON USE/INSTALLATION „ Do not put your weight on this projector. You could fall or the projector could break, and injury will result. Be especially careful not to let young children stand or sit on the projector. Do not place the projector in extremely hot locations.
- Page 7 Features of the Projector Features of the Projector Quick steps Quick steps For details, see the corresponding pages. Auto Setup Function 1. Set up your projector. This function executes Input search, Æ page 20) Auto PC adjustment and Auto Keystone correction at the same time by pressing the <AUTO SETUP>...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 6) Switching the input signal ..........31 Important Information Using the SCREEN button ........... 31 Using the KEYSTONE button ........32 Read this first! ........... 2 Using the INFO. button ..........32 Contents ............. - Page 9 Contents Tint ................44 Video delay control ............57 Iris ................44 Filter counter ..............57 Color temp..............45 Emulate ................ 57 Red ................45 RS232C ................ 58 Green ................45 Warning log ..............58 Blue ................45 Factory default .............. 58 Information ..........
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Page 10: Precautions For Use
Precautions for Use Cautions when transporting When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions. Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet. Cautions when installing Do not set up the projector outdoors. -
Page 11: Security
Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. Change your password periodically. 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. The connecting network must be secured by firewall or others. -
Page 12: Disposal
Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany - ENGLISH... -
Page 13: Accessories
Precautions for Use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers in the brackets ( ) show the number of accessories. Remote control unit (x1) Power cord (x1) CD-ROM (x1) Batteries (AAA/R03 or (6451058157) (6103580203) (6103589381) AAA/LR03 type) (x2) (for remote control unit) Lens cap (x1) -
Page 14: Optional Accessories
Precautions for Use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow. Manual/list (PDF) Software Operating Instructions – Functional Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Manual Software 2.7 (Windows) Operation Manual Multi Projector •... -
Page 15: About Your Projector
About Your Projector Remote control (17) <D.ZOOM +/–> Buttons Zoom in and out the images. ( page 33) Æ <VOLUME +/–> Buttons (10) Adjust the volume of the speaker. ( page 33) Æ (10) < > Button Turn the projector on or off. ( page 27) Æ... -
Page 16: Projector Body
About Your Projector Projector body (10) (11) (12) (2) (3) ■ Bottom view (13) Remote control signal receiver Focus Lever ( page 30) Æ Adjust the focus. Projection Lens Zoom Lever ( page 30) Æ Adjust the zoom. Vertical lens shift ring ( page 23) Æ... -
Page 17: Control Panel And Indicators
About Your Projector Control panel and Indicators (10) (6) (7) (8) <MENU> button < > button Turns the main menu on/off. ( page 35) Æ Turns the projector on/off. <ENTER> button <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)> indicator Executes the selected item. Indicates the power status. ▲▼◄►... -
Page 18: Rear Terminals
The optional accessory Digital Interface Box (ET-YFB100G) and Extron's XTP transmitter are only matched for this projector. Twisted pair cable Extender made by other companies is not sure to compatible for this projector. For those compatible machines, please visit out website. http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ - ENGLISH... -
Page 19: Using Remote Control
Using Remote control Using Remote control Installing and Removing batteries Open the cover Install batteries and close the cover (Insert the – side first.) Remove the batteries in the reverse order of installation. Setting Remote control ID numbers When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using single remote control, if unique ID number is assigned to each projector. -
Page 20: Setting Up
Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following 4 projection methods. To set the desired method in the projector. Setting on a desk/floor and Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward projecting forward Menu setting* Menu setting* Ceiling Ceiling... -
Page 21: Screen Size And Throw Distance
Setting up Screen size and throw distance Place the projector referring Projected image to the diagram on the right and the figures of throwing Screen distance. You can adjust the L (LW/LT) display size. L (LW/LT) * Projection distance (m) Height of the projection area (m) L (LW/LT) Width of the projection area (m) - Page 22 Setting up Any other projection distance can be obtained according to the screen dimensions (m) using the following calculations. The calculated distance may contain a certain error. If the screen dimensions are written as “SD", For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio For 16:10 aspect ratio Screen height (SH) = SD(m) ×...
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Page 23: Adjusting Front Adjustable Feet
Setting up Adjusting front adjustable feet Lift the front of the projector and press the feet lock latches on both side of the projector. Release the feet lock latches to lock the adjustable feet and rotate the adjustable feet to a proper height and tilt. You can turn the front adjustable feet to extend them. -
Page 24: Connections
Connections Before connecting to the projector Read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. Turn off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. If any connection cable is not supplied with the device, or if no optional cable is available for connection of the device, prepare a necessary system connection cable to suit the device. -
Page 25: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Powering ON/OFF Connecting the power cord Be sure to insert the attached power cord securely to its base to prevent it from coming off. Power cord holder A power cord holder is designed to prevent the AC power cord from coming off the projector. Please insert the power cord into the power cord holder correctly as Picture (1) shown: AC Power cord holder Clamp... -
Page 26: On(G)/Standby(R) Indicator
Powering ON/OFF ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator The ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator informs you the status of the power. Confirm the status of the <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)> indicator before operating the projector. ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator Indicator status Status No illumination or flashing The power cord is unplugged. The power cord is plugged. The projector is in stand-by mode, after the cooling is completed. -
Page 27: Turning On The Projector
Powering ON/OFF Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the Preparation display projector. Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)> indicator lights red. Open the lens cap. Press the <... -
Page 28: Enter A Pin Code
Powering ON/OFF Enter a PIN code Press ▲▼ to enter a number. Press ► to fix the PIN Code Input Dialog Box number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to . If you fixed an incorrect number, use the ◄... -
Page 29: Turning Off The Projector
Powering ON/OFF Turning Off the Projector Press the < > button on the control panel or on the remote control, and Power off? appears on the screen. Power off? disappears after 4 seconds. Press the < > button again to turn off the projector. -
Page 30: Projecting
Projecting Check the connections of the peripheral devices and connection of the power cord ( Æ pages 24-25) and switch on the power ( Æ page 27) to start the projector. Select the image and adjust the state of the image. Selecting the input signal Select an input signal. -
Page 31: Basic Operations By Using The Remote Control
Basic operations by using the remote control Switch to Computer 1(RGB)/ COMPUTER 1 Computer 1(Scart) input. COMPUTER 2 Switch to Computer 2(RGB)input. HDMI Switch to HDMI input. VIDEO Switch to Video input. S-VIDEO Switch to S-video input. Switch to Computer 1 COMPONENT (Component) input. -
Page 32: Using The Keystone Button
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the KEYSTONE button Using the INFO. button This function allows you to correct keystone distortion. This function allows you to display the information menu. button button Press <KEYSTONE> button on the remote Press <INFO.>... -
Page 33: Using The Av Mute Function
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AV MUTE function Using the LAMP button This function allows you to select the lamp mode for changing the brightness on the screen. button button Press <AV MUTE> button on the remote control. -
Page 34: Using The Image Button
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the IMAGE button This function allows you to select a desired image mode of the screen. button Press <IMAGE> button on the remote control. Press <IMAGE> button on the remote control to select the desired image mode among [Dynamic], [Standard], [Real], [Cinema], [Blackboard (Green)], [Colorboard], [Image 1], [Image 2], [Image 3] and [Image 4]. -
Page 35: Menu Navigation
Menu Navigation Press ► or the <ENTER> button. Navigating through the menu The submenu appears so that you can select the sub-menu item. Operating procedure Press the <MENU> button. The Main Menu screen appears. Press ▲▼ to select the desired sub- menu item. -
Page 36: Main Menu
Menu Navigation Main menu Sub-menu item Factory default Page Vertical The main menu consists of the following 9 menu Current mode items. Clamp When a main menu item is selected, the screen Display area H changes to a submenu selection screen. Display area V Reset Input... - Page 37 Menu Navigation Screen [ Sub-menu item Factory Default Page Remote control Sub-menu item Factory default Page Security Normal Full Fan control Wide (16:9) Video delay control Zoom Filter counter True* Emulate Default Natural wide* RS232C Serial Custom Warning log Custom adj. Factory default Digital zoom +* Digital zoom -*...
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Page 38: Input Menu
Input menu Video Select [Input] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), then select the item from the sub-menu. Projects the image of [Video] input. Press ▲▼ to select [Video] and then press the <ENTER> button. Remote Control Control Panel S-video... - Page 39 Input menu For video and S-video input The projector automatically Auto selects the color system of the input signal. PAL/ SECAM/ When the projector can not NTSC/ project proper video image, please select proper color system NTSC4.43/ from the menu. PAL-M/ PAL-N For component input...
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Page 40: Auto Pc Adjust
AUTO PC adjust AUTO PC adjust Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), then select the item from the sub-menu. Control Panel Remote Control Auto PC adj. Auto PC adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal and Vertical positions to conform to your computer. -
Page 41: Manual Pc Adjust
Manual PC adjust Manual PC adjust Horizontal Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Horizontal]. Press the <ENTER> button to display Control Panel Remote Control the adjustment dialog box. -
Page 42: Current Mode
Manual PC adjust Current mode Reset To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return Press ▲▼ to select [Current mode]. to their previous figures. Press ► or the <ENTER> button to Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. enter the next submenu to show Press the <ENTER>... -
Page 43: Image Select
Image select Blackboard(Green) Select [Image select] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), For the image projected on a blackboard. then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Blackboard(Green)] and then press the <ENTER> button. This mode helps enhance the image projected Remote Control Control Panel... -
Page 44: Image Adjust
Image adjust Image adjust Color Select [Image adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Color]. Press the <ENTER> button to display Remote Control Control Panel the adjustment dialog box. -
Page 45: Color Temp
Image adjust Color temp. Blue Press ▲▼ to select [Color temp.]. Press ▲▼ to select [Blue]. Press the <ENTER> button to display Press the <ENTER> button to display the adjustment dialog box. the adjustment dialog box. Press ◄► to select the desired Color Press ◄►... -
Page 46: Sharpness
Image adjust Sharpness Progressive An interlaced video signal can be displayed in Press ▲▼ to select [Sharpness]. progressive mode. Press the <ENTER> button to display Press ▲▼ to select [Progressive]. the adjustment dialog box. Press the <ENTER> button to display Press ◄►... -
Page 47: Screen
Screen Screen True Select [Screen] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), Provide the image in its original size. When the then select the item from the sub-menu. original image size is larger than the panel size projector enters to the panning mode automatically. -
Page 48: Custom Adj
Screen To exit the Digital zoom +/– mode, press any button Custom adj. except the <D.ZOOM +/–>, <ENTER> and ▲▼◄► buttons. Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. To return to the previous screen size, select a screen Press ▲▼... -
Page 49: Ceiling
Screen Ceiling Reset This function is used to project the image from a To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return ceiling-mounted projector. to their previous figures. Press ▲▼ to select [Reset] and then Press ▲▼ to select [Ceiling] and then press the <ENTER>... -
Page 50: Sound
Sound Sound Select [Sound] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), Press ▲▼ to select [MIC] and then then select the item from the sub-menu. press the <ENTER> button. Press ▲▼ to switch the MIC function Remote Control Control Panel [On]/[Off]. -
Page 51: Setting
Setting Setting Press ▲▼ to select [Menu position]. Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see Press the <ENTER> button to change “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), then select the item from the sub-menu. the position. The Menu position changes each time you press <ENTER>... -
Page 52: Background
Setting Press ▲▼ to select [Logo]. Background Press ► or the <ENTER> button. Select the background screen for when no input signal Press ▲▼ to choose the desired item. is detected. Press ▲▼ to select [Background]. Logo select Press the <ENTER> button. This function decides on the starting-up display from Press ▲▼... -
Page 53: Hdmi Setup
Setting Press ▲▼ to enter the current code, Normal When the output of external press the ► button to fix the number equipment connected to and move the red frame pointer to the <DIGITAL LINK> terminal is next box. set to Standard. The New Logo PIN code input dialog box Enhanced When the output of external... -
Page 54: Direct On
Setting If set to [Network], you can use network functions when Power management function is off. the projector is standing by. When the lamp has been fully cooled If [Standby mode] is set to [Eco], the signal come from down, the <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)> MONITOR OUT and VARIABLE AUDIO OUT terminals indicator changes to green blinking. -
Page 55: Closed Caption
Setting Count up "000:00" Normal Normal brightness. Count down Timer that you set Lower brightness reduces the Note lamp power consumption and To stop the P-timer function, press the <P-TIMER> extends the lamp life. button. To cancel the [P-timer], press and hold the <P-TIMER> Note button for a few seconds. -
Page 56: Fan
Setting Press ▲▼ to select the desired items Press ▲▼ to enter the current code. Press ► button to fix the number and as below. move the red frame pointer to the next box. Unlocked. The New PIN code input dialog box appears. Lock the operation of the control Repeat these steps to set a new PIN panel. -
Page 57: Video Delay Control
Setting Video delay control Emulate This function allows you to make a digital processing When using the control commands for one of our of a projected image faster. projectors that you have previously purchased to control this projector using a computer via its Press ▲▼... -
Page 58: Rs232C
Setting RS232C Warning log Switch the sending and receiving port of the serial This function records anomalous operations while the command. projector is in operation and use it when diagnosing faults. Press ▲▼ to select [RS232C] and then Press ▲▼ to select [Warning log]. press the <ENTER>... -
Page 59: Information
Information Information Lamp power Select [Information] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 35). The selected lamp mode is displayed. Remote Control Control Panel Lamp runtime The cumulative lamp operating time is displayed. Power management [Off] , [Ready] or [Shut down], and [Timer] are displayed. -
Page 60: Network
Network Press <ENTER> button or the ► button Select [Network] from the Main Menu (see to access to the submenu. “Navigating through the menu” on page 35), then select the item from the sub-menu. Duplex (Ethernet) Set the method of communication of the computer or Control Panel Remote Control hub. -
Page 61: Projector Name
Network [No link], [DIGITAL LINK], [LPM] or If a DHCP server Mode [Ethernet] appears exists in the network to which [NO HDMI], [HDMI ON] or [HDCP HDMI status the projector is ON] appears. connected, the IP address will The color of [Signal quality] will change to red, yellow automatically be or green depending on the maximum and minimum acquired. -
Page 62: Network Control
Network For details of "Crestron RoomView", refer to the Crestron Network control Electronics, Inc. website (Provided only in English). http://www.crestron.com/ Set when you want to control the projector from a For the download of "RoomView Express", refer to the Crestron Electronics, Inc. website (Provided only in computer connected to the network. -
Page 63: Network Connections
Network Network connections The projector has a network function, and the following operations are available from the computer using the web browser control. Setting and adjustment of the projector. Display of the projector status. Transmission of an E-mail message when there is a problem with the projector. Note A LAN cable is required to use the network function. -
Page 64: Twisted Pair Cable Extender Connections
When connecting multiple cables, shorten the parallelly passing distance as short as possible. Confirm that the signal quality is -12 dB or lower in [DIGITAL LINK status] after connecting the cable. Forthe Twisted pair cable Extenders of the other maker, refer to the following URL. http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ - ENGLISH... -
Page 65: Computer Operation
“User name” and “Password”. The factory default settings are user1 (user privileges) or admin1 (administrator privileges) for the user name and panasonic (lowercase letters) for the password. Click [OK] to display the Projector status page. “Projector status” page is displayed. - Page 66 Network Description of each item 1 Page selection tabs 5 Change password button Click these to switch pages. Click this button to display the password change 2 Monitor information button page. Click this item, and the status of the projector is 6 CRESTRON RoomView button displayed.
- Page 67 Network Error information page If [Error (Detail)] is displayed in the self-diagnosis information display column on the [Projector status] screen, click the part to display the details of the error. • Depending on the nature of the error, the projector may be placed in the standby mode for its own protection. Normal operation FAILED: Occurrence of trouble...
- Page 68 Network Basic control page To move from another page, click [Projector control], then [Basic control]. 1 Power standby/on control 4 Switches image mode 2 Use these to select the input signals 5 Operation of AV mute 3 Volume adjust Detail control page Click [Projector control], then [Advanced control] to display the Detail control page.
- Page 69 Network Network config page You can change network settings on projector when connecting with the administrator authority. LAN settings Click [Detailed set up] in the menu. Click [Change] to change the LAN settings. To return to the previous window, click [Back]. Complete the detailed settings and click [Next].
- Page 70 Network E-mail set up page With this projector, if a problem occurs or if the lamp usage time reaches a set value, an e-mail message can be sent to one or more preset e-mail addresses (maximum two addresses). Click [Detailed set up], then [E-mail set up] to display the E-mail setup page. 1 Select Enable to use the e-mail function.
- Page 71 Network E-mail set up page (continued) 9 Enter the E-mail Address2 of your desired recipient. 10 Select the conditions for sending e-mail. MAIL CONTENTS: Select [NORMAL] or [SIMPLE]. ERROR: An error is detected by self-diagnosis. LAMP RUNTIME: Remaining lamp service time has reached the value set in the field. INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE: Intake air temperature has reached the value set in the field.
- Page 72 Network Contents of mail sent Mail with the contents shown below is sent when the e-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-VW431DE Serial No : 000000000 ----- E-mail setup data ----- TEMPERATURE WARNING SETUP...
- Page 73 Network Mail with the contents shown below is sent when an error has occurred. === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type : PT-VW431DE Serial No : 000000000 ----- check system ----- INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE OPTICS MODULE TEMPERATURE...
- Page 74 Network Change Password page Click [Change password]. 1 Used to change the setting of [Administrator]. 2 Used to change the setting of [User] 3 Used to change the setting of the password. Administrator account 1 Displays the account to change 2 Current user name input field 3 Current password input field 4 New user name input field...
- Page 75 Network CRESTRON RoomView page You can monitor or control the projector using RoomView. To display the operation page of RoomView from Web Control screen, access with the administrator rights is required. (The [CRESTRON RoomView] button is not displayed on the Web Control screen when accessing with the user rights.) When you click [CRESTRON RoomView], the RoomView operation page is displayed.
- Page 76 Network Info page Click Info on the operation page. 1 Projector name Displays the name of the projector. 2 Mac Address Displays the MAC address. 3 Resolution Displays the resolution of the projector. 4 Lamp Hours Displays the lamp usage time (converted value). 5 Power Status Displays the status of the power.
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Page 77: Lamp And Warning Indicators
LAMP and WARNING Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, the <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)>, <LAMP> and/or <WARNING> indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. CAUTION Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Turning off the projector”. Æ... -
Page 78: Replacement
Replacement Before replacing the unit When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect Æ the power plug from the wall outlet. ( pages 25, 29) Æ Be sure to observe the procedure “Turning off the projector” ( page 29) when performing power supply operation. - Page 79 Replacement The air filter units are provided in side and back of the projector. Replacement of the air filter unit (side) Remove the air filter cover. Open the air filter cover in the direction of the arrow in the figure and remove it. Remove the air filter unit.
- Page 80 Replacement Lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component. You can check the total usage time using Lamp runtime in the Information menu ( page 59). Æ It is recommended to ask an authorized engineer to replace the lamp unit. Contact your dealer. Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAV200).
- Page 81 Replacement Replacing the Lamp unit CAUTION: When the projector is mounted on a ceiling, do not work with your face close to the projector. Attach the lamp unit and the lamp cover securely. When you experience difficulty in installing the lamp, remove it and try again. If you use force to install the lamp, the connector may be damaged.
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Page 82: Attaching The Lens Cap
Replacement Attaching the Lens Cap When moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period of time, attach the lens cap. To prevent loss for the lens cap, please according to the following procedures, attach the lens cap with the string of accessories. -
Page 83: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Reference Problem Cause page The power cord may not be connected. — No electric supply is at the wall outlet. — Power does not turn The circuit breakers have tripped. —... - Page 84 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause page The cable may be longer than the optional cable. — Picture from a computer does not The external video output from a laptop computer may not be correct. — appear. Is the HDMI cable securely connected? Picture from a HDMI device does not Turn off the power of the projector and the connected devices.
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Page 85: Technical Information
“11, 12, 13, 21, 22, 23, 31, 32” NAME ? Projector name query The name set for [Projector name] in [Network] is returned. INF1 ? Manufacturer name query “Panasonic” is returned. INF2 ? Model name query Answer the model name with "VW431DE". INF0 ? Other information query Information such as version number is returned. -
Page 86: Control Commands Via Lan
“xxxxxx:yyyyy:zzzzzzzz” xxxxxx : Administrator rights user name for WEB CONTROL (Default user name is “admin1”) yyyyy : Password of above administrator rights user (Default password is “panasonic”) zzzzzzzz : 8-byte random number obtained in Step 2 Command transmission method Transmit using the following command format. - Page 87 Technical Information When WEB Control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect mode) Connection method Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1 024) of the projector and make a request for connection to the projector. Acquire the IP address from the menu screen of the projector, and the port number from the WEB control page.
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Page 88: Serial Terminal
Technical Information Serial terminal The serial connector which is on the connector panel of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector. Connection Connecting terminals on projector Computer... - Page 89 Technical Information Basic format Transmission from the computer begins with STX, then the command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. Colon (1 byte) Start 3 command Parameter (1 byte) characters (undefined length) (1 byte) (3 bytes)
- Page 90 Technical Information Cable specifications [When connected to a computer] Computer (DTE Projector specifications) Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available: [Projector control command] Command Control contents Remarks Power [ON] Power [OFF] (Parameter) VID = Video SVD = S-video RG1 = Computer 1(RGB) INPUT selection...
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Page 91: Other Terminals
Technical Information Other terminals Pin assignments and signal names of <S-VIDEO IN> terminal Pin No. Signal names Outside view GND (luminance signal) GND (color signal) Luminance signal Color signal Pin assignments and signal names of <COMPUTER 1 IN/COMPONENT IN> terminal Pin No. -
Page 92: List Of Compatible Signals
Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projectors. Format : V = VIDEO, S = S-VIDEO, C = COMPUTER, Y = YP , H = HDMI Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Mode resolution *... - Page 93 Technical Information Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Mode resolution * frequency Picture quality * PnP * Format (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) 44.000 54.580 59.129 46.900 58.200 63.030 47.000 58.300 61.664 48.360 60.000 65.000 48.500 60.020 65.179 56.476 70.070 75.000 ...
- Page 94 Technical Information Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Mode resolution * frequency Picture quality * PnP * Format (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) 47.776 59.870 79.500 55.993 69.991 94.964 1 280 x 768 57.675 72.004 97.817 60.289 74.893 102.250 68.633 84.837 117.500 41.200...
- Page 95 Technical Information Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Mode resolution * frequency Picture quality * PnP * Format (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) 47.700 60.000 86.670 1 360 x 768 56.160 72.000 100.190 48.360 60.000 86.670 1 366 x 768 46.500 50.000 67.400...
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Page 96: Specifications
Specifications Model No. PT-VW431DE Power supply AC100 V - 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 100 V - 240 V, 4.0 A-1.6 A 365 W When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [Eco]: 0.3 W Power consumption When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [Network]: 12.5 W (When using DIGITAL LINK: 19.7 W) When [In standby mode] of [Sound] is set to [On]: 27.5 W 1.5 cm (0.59") - Page 97 Twisted pair cable Extender made by other companies is not sure to compatible for this projector. For those compatible machines, please visit out website. http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ *5 : This is an average value. It may differ depending on individual product.
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Page 98: Dimensions
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Specifications Dimensions <Unit : mm> 379.0 (14.92") Actual dimension may differ by product. Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Installation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be carried by a qualified technician. Even if it is during guaranteed period, the manufacturer is not responsible for any hazard or damage caused by using a ceiling mount bracket which is not purchased from an authorized distributors, or environmental conditions. -
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Index Rear terminals ........18 Remote control ......15, 55 About Your Projector.......15 Gamma ...........46 Accessories ........13 Replacing the Lamp unit ....81 Replacing the unit ......78 Adjusting front adjustable feet ..23 HDMI setup........53 RS232C ..........58 Adjusting the position by using the How to adjust the state of vertical lens shift function ....23 the image ........30 Attaching the Lens Cap ....82... - Page 100 This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Environment care information for users in China This symbol is only valid in China. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2012 M0912GC0 -ST...
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