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- Page 1 PT-VW430U Model No. PT-VX500U PT-VX501U 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 8).
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Page 2: Read This First
Read this first! WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Power Supply: This Projector is designed to operate on 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz AC, house current only. CAUTION: The AC power cord which is supplied with the projector as an accessory can only be used for power supplies up to 125 V, 10 A. - Page 3 FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-VW430U/PT-VX500U/PT-VX501U Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Telephone number: (877)803-8492 E-mail: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
- Page 4 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 5 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 6 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. Do not use unspecified batteries. Do not disassemble dry cell batteries. Do not heat the batteries or place them into water or fire.
- Page 7 Read this first! CAUTION: POWER „ When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result. When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet and remove the batteries from the remote control.
- Page 8 Read this first! Brazil Only Brasil Apenas Manuseio de baterias usadas „ BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão 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 9 Quick steps Auto Setup Function For details, see the corresponding pages. This function enables Input search, 1. Set up your projector. Auto Keystone correction and Auto Æ page 21) PC adjustment by pressing the <AUTO SETUP> button. Direct Power Off Function 2.
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Page 10: Table Of Contents
Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 8) Basic operations by using the remote Important Information control........... 32 Read this first! ........... 2 Using the AUTO SETUP function ......... 32 Switching the input signal ..........32 Contents ........... - Page 11 Contents Image adjust..........45 Closed caption .............. 56 Lamp power ..............56 Contrast ................ 45 Remote control ............. 56 Brightness ..............45 Security ................ 56 Color ................45 Fan ................57 Tint ................45 Fan control ..............57 Iris ................45 Video delay control ............
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Page 12: 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 13: 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 14: Cautions On Use
It is recommended to have authorized engineer or your dealer replace the lamp unit. 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 15: 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 type) (6451053893) (6103581217) (6103589367) (x2) (for remote control unit) Lens cap (x1) -
Page 16: 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 17: About Your Projector
About Your Projector Remote control (17) (9) <VOLUME +/–> Buttons Adjust the volume of the speaker. ( page 34) Æ (10) < > Button (10) Turn the projector on or off. ( page 28) Æ (11) <KEYSTONE> Button Correct keystone distortion. ( page 33) Æ... -
Page 18: Projector Body
About Your Projector Projector body (10) (11) (12) (2) (3) ■ Bottom view (13) (1) Remote control signal receiver (2) Focus Lever ( page 31) Æ Adjust the focus. (3) Projection Lens (4) Zoom Lever ( page 31) Æ Adjust the zoom. (5) Vertical lens shift ring ( page 24) Æ... -
Page 19: Control Panel
About Your Projector Control panel (4) <WARNING> indicator Indicate the abnormal conditions of the projector. (5) Daylight view sensor Detect room's light. (6) <MENU> button Display the MENU screen. ( page 36) Æ (7) <ENTER> button (10) Execute the selected item. (8) ▲▼◄►... -
Page 20: 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 21: 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 22: 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 23 Setting up 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) × 0.6 = SD(m) × 0.490 = SD(m) × 0.530 Screen width (SW) = SD(m) ×...
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Page 24: Adjusting Front Adjustable Feet
Setting up Adjusting front adjustable feet The adjustable feet can be extended by turning it as shown in the figure. It is retracted by turning it in the opposite direction. (Projection angle can be adjusted vertically.) Feet Lock Latches Adjustable range Front adjustable feet : 48.5 mm(1.909") Attention Heated air comes out of the air exhaust port while the lamp is lit. -
Page 25: 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 26: 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 27: On(G)/Standby(R) Indicator
Powering ON/OFF ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator The power 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 28: Turning On The Projector
Powering ON/OFF Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the 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 29: 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 30: 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 31: Projecting
Projecting Æ Check the connections of the peripheral devices and connection of the power cord ( page 26) and switch on the Æ power ( page 28) to start the projector. Select the image and adjust the state of the image. Selecting the image Select an input signal. -
Page 32: 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 33: 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 If a projected picture still has keystone distortion after pressing the <AUTO SETUP>... -
Page 34: 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 the < AV MUTE> button on the remote control to black out the image. -
Page 35: 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 to select the desired image mode among [Dynamic], [Standard], [Real], [Cinema], [Blackboard (Green)], [Colorboard], [Image 1], [Image 2], [Image 3] and [Image 4]. -
Page 36: 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 37: Main Menu
Menu Navigation Main menu Factory Sub-menu item Page default Horizontal The main menu consists of the following 9 menu items. Vertical When a main menu item is selected, the screen Current mode changes to a submenu selection screen. Clamp Display area H Input Display area V Reset... - Page 38 Menu Navigation Screen [ Sub-menu item Factory Default Page Fan control Sub-menu item Factory default Page Video delay control Normal Filter counter Full* Emulate Default Wide (16:9)* Warning log Zoom * Factory default True* Natural wide* Information [ Custom Custom adj.* Sub-menu item Factory default Page...
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Page 39: Input Menu
Input menu The preset system is manually adjusted in Mode 1 Select [Input] from the Main Menu (see the PC adjust Menu. The adjusted data can “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), be stored in Mode 1-10. then select the item from the sub-menu. PC Systems provided in this projector SVGA 1 Remote Control... - Page 40 Input menu PAL/SECAM/NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a specific broadcast signal format from among [PAL], [SECAM], [NTSC], [NTSC 4.43], [PAL-M] and [PAL-N]. Component Auto The projector automatically detects an incoming video signal, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNAL FORMAT If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a specific component video signal format...
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Page 41: Auto Pc Adjust
AUTO PC adjust Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), 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 42: Manual Pc Adjust
Manual PC adjust Horizontal Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), 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 43: 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 44: Image Select
Image select Blackboard(Green) Select [Image select] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), 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 45: Image Adjust
Image adjust Color Select [Image adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), 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 46: 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 47: Sharpness
Image adjust Sharpness Progressive Press ▲▼ to select [Sharpness]. Press ▲▼ to select [Progressive]. Press the <ENTER> button to display Press the <ENTER> button to display the adjustment dialog box. the dialog box. Press ◄► to adjust the setting value. Press ◄►... -
Page 48: Screen
Screen True Select [Screen] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), 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 49: 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 50: 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 51: Sound
Sound Select [Sound] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), 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 52: Setting
Setting Menu position Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), This function is used to change the position of the On- then select the item from the sub-menu. Screen Menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Menu position]. Remote Control Control Panel Press the <ENTER>... -
Page 53: Background
Setting Auto keystone *2 : Use this function when you want to project the image as early as possible even when the lamp is not bright enough. Auto Always works and corrects keystone *3 : Hide the On-Screen Displays except; distortion according to the projector's tilt. -
Page 54: Hdmi Setup
Setting Logo PIN code change Terminal Logo PIN code can be changed to your desired four- The COMPUTER 2 IN/MONITOR OUT terminal on digit number. the back of the projector is switchable for computer 2 Press ▲▼ to select [Logo PIN code input or monitor output. -
Page 55: Direct On
Setting Mode Direct on Press ▲▼ button to select one mode Press ▲▼ to select [Direct on] and among the items as below. then press the <ENTER> button. The P-timer display 000:00 Press ▲▼ to switch between [On] and appears on the screen and the Count up [Off]. -
Page 56: Closed Caption
Setting Closed caption Remote control [Only for NTSC, 480i input] This switching function prevents remote control interference when operating several projectors or Press ▲▼ to select [Closed caption]. video equipment at the same time. Press ► or the <ENTER> button to Press ▲▼... -
Page 57: Fan
Setting PIN code lock Normal operation. This function prevents the projector from being Slower and lower-sound than operated by unauthorized persons and provides the the normal operation (L 1), but following setting options for security. it takes more time to cool the projector down. -
Page 58: Filter Counter
Setting Note Filter counter Refer to "Serial terminal" ( page 88) Æ This function is used to set a frequency for the filter replacement. VW430 series, Default VX500 series, VX501 series Press ▲▼ to select [Filter counter]. Press ►or the <ENTER> button to D3500 D3500 series access the submenu items. -
Page 59: Warning Log
Setting Warning log This function records anomalous operations while the projector is in operation and use it when diagnosing faults. Press ▲▼ to select [Warning log]. Press ► or the <ENTER> button to display the latest warning message. Up to 10 warning logs are displayed with the latest warning message at the top of the list, followed by previous warning messages in chronological order. -
Page 60: Information
Information Lamp power Select [Information] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), The selected lamp mode is displayed. then select the item from the sub-menu. Lamp runtime Remote Control Control Panel The cumulative lamp operating time is displayed. Power management [Off] , [Ready] or [Shut down], and [Timer] are displayed. -
Page 61: Network
Network If a DHCP server Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see exists in the “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), network to which then select the item from the sub-menu. the projector is connected, the Remote Control Control Panel IP address will automatically be acquired. -
Page 62: Network Control
Network Network control RoomView Set when you want to control the projector from a This function allows the projector to monitor and computer connected to the network. control the projector through network with Crestron RoomView Press ▲ ▼ to select [Network control]. ®... -
Page 63: Network Connections
Network Network connections The projector has a network fuction, 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: Computer Operation
“User name” and “Password”. The factory default settings are user1 (user privileges) or admin1 (administrator privileges) for the use name and panasonic (lowercase letters) for the password. Click [OK] to display the Projector status page. “Projector status” page is displayed. - Page 65 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 page. 2 Monitor information button Click this item, and the status of the projector 6 Crestron RoomView button is displayed.
- Page 66 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 67 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 68 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 69 Network Ping test page This page makes it possible to check whether the network is connected to the e-mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc. Click [Detailed set up], then [Ping test] to display the Ping test page. Display which appears when the connection was successful.
- 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) 1 Enter the E-mail Address2 of your desired recipient. 2 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-VX500 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-VX500 Serial No : 000000000 ----- check system ----- INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE OPTICS MODULE TEMPERATURE...
- Page 74 Network Change Password page Click [Change password]. 1 Administrator 2 User Administrator mode 1 Account 2 Current user name input field 3 Current password input field 4 New user name input field 5 New password input field 6 New password input field (re-enter for confirmation) 7 Button for executing password change User account...
- Page 75 Network CRSTRON 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 for 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 26, 30) Æ Be sure to observe the procedure “Turing off the projector” ( page 30) when performing power supply operation. - Page 79 Replacement Resetting the Filter Counter Be sure to reset the Filter counter after replacing the air filter units. ( page 58" Filter counter reset") Æ Attention Turn off the power before you replace the air filter units. When attaching the air filter unit, make sure that the projector is stable, and work in an environment that is safe, even in the event of the air filter unit dropping.
- 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 60). 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
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 “VX500”, “VX501” or "VW430". 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 INPUT selection RG1 = Computer 1(RGB)
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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 Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode... - Page 93 Technical Information Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency Format PT-VX500U (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) VW430U PT-VX501U 63.970 60.190 107.990 SXGA+ 1 400 x 1 050 65.350 60.120 122.850 65.120 59.900 122.430 48.36 60.00 65.00 ○...
- Page 94 Technical Information Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency Format PT-VX500U (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) VW430U PT-VX501U 47.776 59.870 79.500 60.289 74.893 102.250 1 280 x 768 68.633 84.837 117.500 55.993 69.991 94.964 57.675 72.004 97.817...
- Page 95 Technical Information Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency Format PT-VX500U (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) VW430U PT-VX501U 47.700 60.00 86.670 1 360 x 768 56.160 72.000 100.190 46.500 50.000 67.400 1 366 x 768 48.360 60.00 86.670...
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Page 96: Specifications
Specifications PT-VX500U Model No. PT-VW430U PT-VX501U 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]: 0.3W Power consumption When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [Network]: 11.5W or less When [Standby MIC out] of [Sound] is set to [On]: Max.26 W 1.5 cm(0.59") 1.6 cm(0.63") - Page 97 Specifications PT-VX500U Model No. PT-VW430U PT-VX501U 1 (D-sub 15 pin female) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (When G-SYNC: 1.0 [p-p] 75 Ω COMPUTER 1 IN/ HD/SYNC TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible COMPONENT IN VD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible signal] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] including synchronization signal, P : 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω...
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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. -
Page 99: Index
Index Image select ........44 Setting ..........52 Information........60 Setting the ID number.....20 About Your Projector.......17 Accessories ........15 Input menu........39 Setting up ........21 Input search ........52 Sharpness ........47 Adjusting front adjustable feet ..24 Installing and Removing batteries ..20 Sound ..........51 Adjusting the position using the vertical lens shift function ....24 Iris ...........45 Specifications .........96... - Page 100 Environment care information for users in China This symbol is only valid in China. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ Panasonic Systems Communications Company of North America One Panasonic Way 2F-13, Secaucus, NJ 07094 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc.
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