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PT-VW355N
PT-VX425N
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- Page 1 PT-VW355N Model No. PT-VX425N Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. ■ This manual is intended for products manufactured from May 2016 and beyond. ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use.
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Page 2: 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 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. f Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/BD technician for help. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
- Page 4 Read this first! FCC NOTICE (USA AND CANADA) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of IC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
- Page 5 • This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149. Notice (Singapore only): •...
- Page 6 Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
- Page 7 Read this first! To remove the battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. (ii) (ii) Brazil Only Brasil Apenas „ Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada.
- Page 8 Read this first! WARNING: „ POWER The wall outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible when problems oc- cur. If the following problems occur, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet immediately. Continued use of the projector in these conditions will result in fire or electric shock. z If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
- Page 9 If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. z Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
- Page 10 Read this first! CAUTION: „ POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result. When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
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Page 11: Declaration Of Conformity
Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la Directive 1999/5/EC. Les clients peuvent télécharger une copie de la DC originale pour ce produit à partir de notre serveur DC: http://www.ptc.panasonic.de Coordonnées dans l’UE : Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Ce produit est conçu pour l’utilisation dans les pays suivants. - Page 12 Important Safety Notice Read this first! NGLISH - 5 12 - ENGLISH...
- Page 13 As for the terms and conditions, please refer to the software license of the supplied CD-ROM. If you wish to ask any questions as to the software, please contact (sav.pj.gpl.pavc@ml.jp.panasonic.com) by email. r Illustrations in these operating instructions f Note that illustrations of the projector and screens may differ from the ones you actually see.
- Page 14 Features of the Projector Quick Steps For details, see the corresponding pages. High Contrast 1. Set up your projector. ▶ A high contrast of 12 000:1 is achieved by (x page 32) the unique optical system. Easy Setting Function 2. Connect with other devices. ▶...
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Page 15: Table Of Contents
Using the MEMORY VIEWER function ....50 Using the MIRRORING function ......51 Precautions for use ..........18 Using the Panasonic APPLICATION function ..51 Cautions when transporting ........18 Using the PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN buttons ..51 Cautions when installing ........18 Using the DIGITAL ZOOM function ...... - Page 16 Contents [STARTUP LOGO] ..........72 What you can project with the Memory Viewer function .............116 [AUTO SETUP SETTING] ........73 Cautions on using USB Memory ......116 [SIGNAL SEARCH] ..........73 Operations of the Memory Viewer screen ...117 [BACK COLOR] ............ 73 Playing the still image ..........119 [WIDE MODE] ............
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Page 17: Chapter 1 Preparation
Preparation Chapter 1 This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector. ENGLISH - 17... -
Page 18: Precautions For Use
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Precautions for use Cautions when transporting f 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. f Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. -
Page 19: Security
Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. f Change your password periodically. f Panasonic or its affiliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer. Do not tell your password in case you receive such an inquiry. -
Page 20: Disposal
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Disposal To dispose of the product, ask your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal. The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of used lamp units, contact your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal. -
Page 21: Notes On Using Wireless Connection
IEEE802.11b/g/n 1 - 11 2.412 GHz - 2.462 GHz (Except for Europe and CIS) For M-DIRECT mode (When the connecting method is [M-DIRECT] of [Panasonic APPLICATION] (x page 89)) Country or region Standard Channels used Frequency band (Center frequency) For Europe and CIS IEEE802.11b/g/n... - Page 22 Depending on the specifications of the wireless LAN, a malicious third-party may be able to break security settings by special means. Panasonic asks customers to thoroughly understand the risk of using this product without making security settings, and recommends that the customer make security settings at their own discretion and responsibility.
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Page 23: Accessories
Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed < > show the number of accessories. Wireless remote control unit <1> CD-ROM <1> (N2QAYA000101) (N2QAYA000100) (TXFQB02VMC2) PT-VW355N PT-VX425N Power cord AAA/R03 or AAA/LR03 battery <2> (TXFSX02UXRZ) (for remote control unit) (TXFSX02UYAZ) String <1>... -
Page 24: Contents Of The Supplied Cd-Rom
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow. Operating Instructions – Functional Manual Operating Instructions – Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software Operating Instructions – Logo Transfer Software Operating Instructions –... -
Page 25: About Your Projector
Switches the HDMI signal to project. Switches the COMPUTER1 signal to project. 24 <Panasonic APP> button 9 <MIRRORING> button Switches the Panasonic APPLICATION signal to project. Switches the MIRRORING signal to project. (x page 51) 25 <VIDEO/S-VIDEO> button Switches the VIDEO signal or S-VIDEO signal to project. -
Page 26: Projector Body
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector Attention f Do not drop the remote control. f Avoid contact with liquids. f Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. f Please observe the following contents that are described on the back of the remote control unit (see the right picture). - Page 27 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector 13 Air intake port (Bottom) 14 Security Chain Hook Attaches a burglar prevention cable, etc. Attention f Do not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector. r Control panel and Indicators 1 Power <v/b>...
- Page 28 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector r Connecting terminals 1 <COMPUTER 1 IN> terminal 7 <SERIAL IN> terminal This is the terminal to input RGB or YC This is the RS-232C compatible terminal to externally signals. control the projector by connecting a computer. 8 <VIDEO IN>...
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Page 29: Preparing The Remote Control
Chapter 1 Preparation - Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing batteries (ii) Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert batteries and close the cover. (Insert the "m" side first.) (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order. When using the system with multiple projectors When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually by using single remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector. -
Page 30: Attaching The Lens Cap
Chapter 1 Preparation - Attaching the Lens Cap 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 31: 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. ENGLISH - 31... -
Page 32: Setting Up
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Setting up Installation mode There are four ways to set up the projector. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] (x page 78) depending on the installation location. Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item... -
Page 33: Screen Size And Throw Distance
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Screen size and throw distance Refer to the screen size and projection distances to install the projector. Image size and image position can be adjusted in accordance with the screen size and screen position. Projected image Screen L (LW/LT) - Page 34 Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up For PT-VX425N All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements. (Unit: m) Projection size For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum distance distance...
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Page 35: Adjusting Adjustable Feet
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Adjusting 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. Extend the adjustable feet by rotating in the direction shown in the figure and retract by rotating in the opposite direction. -
Page 36: 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 switch of the devices before connecting cables. f Take note of the following points before connecting the cables. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions. - 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 37 Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting <COMPUTER 2 IN/1 OUT> terminal pin assignments and signal names Outside view Pin No. Signal names Pin No. Signal names +5 V G/Y* — — DDC data HD/SYNC DDC clock *1: It is only for RGB signals when the terminal is used as the input terminal. <HDMI IN>...
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Page 38: Connecting Example : Av Equipment
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting example : AV equipment For <HDMI IN>/<VIDEO IN>/<S-VIDEO IN> terminals Blu-ray disk player DVD player Video deck (TBC built-in) with HDMI terminal Attention f Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR. - A VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC). -
Page 39: Connecting Example : Audio
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Attention f When connecting the projector to a computer or an external device, use the power cord supplied with each device and commercially available shielded cables. Note f If you operate the projector using the computer with the resume feature (last memory), you may have to reset the resume feature to operate the projector. -
Page 40: Chapter 3 Basic Operations
Basic Operations Chapter 3 This chapter describes basic operations to start with. 40 - ENGLISH... -
Page 41: Powering On/Off
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Powering on/off Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily. For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” (x page 2). Attaching Check the shapes of the <AC IN>... -
Page 42: Powering On The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Indicator status Status Projecting. The power is on and the lamp is not working. The [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu x [ECO Green MANAGEMENT] x [POWER MANAGEMENT] is set to [READY].* Blinking The lamp starts work. The projector will project image after a while.* *1: The indicator will light as the following order: 2.75 seconds (light) →... - Page 43 Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Press the <ENTER> button to proceed to the initial setting. Initial setting (installation setting) Set each item. PT-VX425N PT-VW355N Press as to select an item. Item Description Page Set [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the installation mode.
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Page 44: Making Adjustments And Selections
Press the <INPUT SELECT> button on the control panel or the input selection (<COMPUTER 1>, <COMPUTER 2>, <HDMI>, <VIDEO/S-VIDEO>) buttons on the remote control to select the input signal. f <MEMORY VIEWER>, <MIRRORING> and <Panasonic APP> buttons on the remote control can also be used to switch the input signal. -
Page 45: Powering Off The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Press the <EASY SETTING/CANCEL> button on the control panel. f For details, refer to "Adjusting the projected image via EASY SETTING function". (x page 47) Note f When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase as well as when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE ALL] is executed, the initial setting screen is displayed after projection starts. -
Page 46: Projecting
Press <COMPUTER 1>, <COMPUTER 2>, <HDMI>, <VIDEO/S-VIDEO>, <MEMORY VIEWER>, <MIRRORING> or <Panasonic APP> button on the remote control or <INPUT SELECT> button on the control panel. f The image of the signal being input in the selected terminal is projected. -
Page 47: Adjusting The Projected Image Via Easy Setting Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting Adjusting the projected image via EASY SETTING function EASY SETTING function makes the semi-automatically adjustment possible, so that to get the optimal image. EASY SETTING function including these following setting items: [FOCUS ASSIST] The color and the length of the bar assists the focus adjustment. Detect and correct the image automatically to fit the frame. - Page 48 Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting Adjust the image to fit the screen according to the SCREEN FIT function's different states. [FULL] The aspect ratio will change to fit the screen frame. The aspect ratio will maintain to fit the screen frame. The image may be displayed with the left and right/ top [ORIGINAL] and bottom parts cut off.
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Page 49: Basic Operations By Using The Remote Control
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AUTO SETUP function The automatic setup function can be used to automatically adjust the resolution, clock phase, and image position when analog RGB signals consisting of bitmap images such as computer signals are being input. -
Page 50: Using The Function Button
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control buttons Press the <VOL -> button or <VOL +> button on the remote control. f This operation can be also performed using the qw buttons on the control panel. <VOL ->... -
Page 51: Using The Mirroring Function
If you want to use this function, insert the USB memory directly into the <USB A/VIEWER> port. For details, please refer to " Memory Viewer function" (x page 116). f When [MIRRORING] or [Panasonic APPLICATION] is selected in [CONNECTION LOCK], [KEY NOT APPLICABLE] screen will be displayed (x page 92). -
Page 52: Using The Digital Zoom Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control buttons Press the <PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN> buttons on the remote control. Note f To use these buttons, connect with Wired LAN or Wireless LAN, connect <USB B/DISPLAY> port of the projector and your computer with a USB cable. -
Page 53: Using The Freeze Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Using the FREEZE function You can freeze the projected image and stop the sound temporarily, regardless of the playing condition of the external device. button Press the <FREEZE> button on the remote control. f The video is paused and the audio is muted. -
Page 54: Using The P-Timer Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Press the <ENTER> button again, the red frame of the sub screen will disappear and then return to switch the input source of the main screen. Using the P-TIMER function You can operate the presentation timer function. -
Page 55: Chapter 4 Settings
Settings Chapter 4 This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu. ENGLISH - 55... -
Page 56: 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 the control panel. f The main menu screen appears. -
Page 57: Resetting Adjustment Values To The Factory Default
Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Note f Pressing the <MENU> button or <RETURN> button while the menu screen is displayed returns to the previous menu. f Some items may not be adjusted or used for certain signal formats to be input to the projector. The menu items that cannot be adjusted or used are shown in gray characters, and they cannot be selected. -
Page 58: Sub-Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Sub-menu The sub-menu screen of the selected main menu appears, and you can set and adjust the various items in the sub-menu. [PICTURE] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [PICTURE MODE] [STANDARD] [CONTRAST] [BRIGHTNESS] [COLOR]* [TINT]* [SHARPNESS] [COLOR TEMPERATURE]... - Page 59 [MIRRORING] [STATUS] [INITIALIZE] *1 Only for [Panasonic APPLICATION] signals input. Note f Some items may not be adjusted or used for certain signal formats to be input to the projector. The menu items that cannot be adjusted or used are shown in gray characters, and they cannot be selected.
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Page 60: [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 56) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter selecting the item, press asqw to set. -
Page 61: [Brightness]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [BRIGHTNESS] You can adjust the dark (black) part of the projected image. Press as to select [BRIGHTNESS]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [BRIGHTNESS] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Adjustment range... -
Page 62: [Color Temperature]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [COLOR TEMPERATURE] You can switch the color temperature if the white areas of the projected image are bluish or reddish. Press as to select [COLOR TEMPERATURE]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR TEMPERATURE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item. -
Page 63: [Daylight View]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [DAYLIGHT VIEW] You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. Press as to select [DAYLIGHT VIEW]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [DAYLIGHT VIEW] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item. -
Page 64: [Tv-System]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [TV-SYSTEM] (Only when the <S-VIDEO IN >/<VIDEO IN> terminal is selected) The projector will automatically detect the input signal, but you can set the color system manually when an unstable signal is input. Set the color system matching the input signal. Press as to select [TV-SYSTEM]. -
Page 65: [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 56) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter selecting the item, press asqw to set. -
Page 66: [Shift]
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [CORNER CORRECTION] Press as to select [KEYSTONE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [KEYSTONE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [CORNER CORRECTION]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CORNER CORRECTION] screen is displayed. Press as to select the item to adjust, then press the <ENTER>... -
Page 67: [Dot Clock]
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu The image position moves to the Press the w button. right. Horizontal (right and left) adjustment. The image position moves to the Press the q button. left. Note f Depending on the input signal, if the adjustment of [SHIFT] exceeds the effective adjustment range of the input signal, the position of the image cannot be changed. -
Page 68: [Aspect]
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [ASPECT] You can switch the aspect ratio of the image. The aspect ratio is switched within the screen range selected in [SCREEN SETTING]. Set [SCREEN SETTING] first. (x page 72) [SCREEN SETTING] is only for PT-VW355N. Press as to select [ASPECT]. -
Page 69: [Language] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - [LANGUAGE] menu [LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (x page 56) for the operation of the menu screen. fPress as to select a language, and press <ENTER>... -
Page 70: [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 56) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter selecting the item, press asqw to set. -
Page 71: [Hdmi Signal Level]
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Hides the warning message. [ON] Displays the warning message. [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL] Switch the setting when the external equipment is connected to the <HDMI IN> terminal of the projector and the image is not projected correctly. -
Page 72: [Screen Setting]
Set the logo display when the power is turned on. Press as to select [STARTUP LOGO]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. [OFF] Disables the startup logo display. -
Page 73: [Auto Setup Setting]
[BLUE] Displays the entire projection area in blue. [BLACK] Displays the entire projection area in black. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. Note f To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software” included in the supplied CD-ROM. -
Page 74: [P-Timer]
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu f The items will switch each time you press the button. [SXGA] Normal setting. [SXGA +] Set this when the edge of the image is cropped. [P-TIMER] Set and operate the presentation timer function. Press as to select [P-TIMER]. -
Page 75: [P In P]
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [P-TIMER] screen is displayed. Press as to select [EXIT]. Press the <ENTER> button. [P IN P] (Only for PT-VW355N) Locate a separate, small sub screen in the main screen to project two images simultaneously. Press as to select [P IN P]. - Page 76 Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu The projected image is paused temporarily and the sound stopped regardless of the playback of [FREEZE] the external equipment. To release this function, press the <RETURN> button or the <FREEZE> button on the remote control. Turn off audio and image when the projector is not used for a certain period of time.
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Page 77: [Projector Setup] Menu
Note f If you attach a lamp unit used in a projector of a model different from the projector (PT-VW355N, PT-VX425N) to the projector, or when the lamp unit used in the projector to a projector of a different model, the [RUNTIME] displayed in [STATUS] may differ from the actual time. -
Page 78: [Projector Id]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [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. Press as to select [PROJECTOR ID]. -
Page 79: [Lamp Power]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Select when using the projector in the elevation of above 2 000 m (6 562′) and below 2 700 m [HIGH2] (8 858′). Note f It is set to [OFF] when using the projector in the elevation of below 1 400 m . -
Page 80: [Emulate]
When controlling the projector on a computer via the <SERIAL IN> terminal, set use of control commands on a previously purchased Panasonic projector. This allows the control software for an existing Panasonic projector to be inherited and used. Press as to select [EMULATE]. -
Page 81: [Function Button]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu DZ770 series, DW740 series, DX810 series, DZ680 series, DW640 series, DX610 series, [D/W/Z6k DW730 series, DX800 series, DZ6710 series, DZ6700 series, DW6300 series, D6000 series, SERIES] D5000 series, DZ570 series, DW530 series, DX500 series [L730 SERIES] L730 series, L720 series, L520 series [L780 SERIES]... -
Page 82: [Off]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [OFF] Output the audio. [ON] Turns off the volume temporarily. Setting the audio output during standby Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [IN STANDBY MODE]. -
Page 83: [Easy Setting]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range Press the w button. Turns up the MIC mixing gain. 0 ~ 63 Turns down the MIC mixing gain. Press the q button. Note f When [OFF] is selected in MIC function, the MIC GAIN function is not available. -
Page 84: [Initialize All]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [FILTER COUNTER]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FILTER COUNTER] screen is displayed. [FILTER Displays the using time of the filter. COUNTER] [TIMER] Sets the timer when you want to display an alert message of filter replacement. [FILTER COUNTER Resets the filter counter. -
Page 85: [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 56) 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 86: [Text Display]
Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [TEXT DISPLAY] Overlap the security message (text) over the projecting image. Press as to select [TEXT DISPLAY]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the text display. -
Page 87: [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 one item between [CONTROL PANEL] and [REMOTE CONTROLLER]. -
Page 88: [Network/Usb] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu [NETWORK/USB] menu On the menu screen, select [NETWORK/USB] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (x page 56) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter selecting the item, press asqw to set. -
Page 89: [Wireless Lan]
Projectors that can be connected to [SIMPLE], [S-DIRECT] or [M-DIRECT] are up to 10. f When [WIRELESS LAN] is set to [SIMPLE], [S-DIRECT] or [M-DIRECT] and the input signal is other than [Panasonic APPLICATION], the normal wireless connection is disabled. - Page 90 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Press the <ENTER> button when [NORMAL] is selected. f The [NORMAL] screen is displayed. Press qw to select [M-DIRECT], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [WIRELESS DETAILED SETUP] screen is displayed. Press as to select an item, and press qw to change the setting according to the instructions. [IP ADDRESS] Enter the IP address.
- Page 91 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Press as to select the item and press asqw to change the setting according to the instructions. [SSID] Enter the same character string that is registered in the access point. [AUTHENTICATION] Set the user authentication method used by the network to be connected. [OPEN] Select when the access point authentication method is Open System.
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Page 92: [Connection Lock]
NONE [DNS1]/[DNS2] NONE [CONNECTION LOCK] You can switch the input signal between Panasonic APPLICATION, MIRRORING and MEMORY VIEWER, or choose one fixed input signal from three of them. Press as to select [CONNECTION LOCK]. Press qw to switch the item. -
Page 93: [Password Change]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu [PASSWORD CHANGE] Press as to select [PASSWORD CHANGE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD CHANGE] screen is displayed. Press asqw to set the password. Press as to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f You can enter 8 characters at most. -
Page 94: [Multi-Live]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Note f If you use the “Wireless Manager ME6.3” and the “Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software” on the same computer at the same time, the function of delivering image to all may not be available. If you want to use them at the same time, please use another computer with respective software. -
Page 95: [Mirroring]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu f If you change the settings in the [INTERVAL] or [EFFECT] during playback of a MEMORY VIEWER, it does not affect the projected image during playback. Please re-play it back to the MEMORY VIEW screen in the [THUMBNAIL] display method or [LIST] display method. -
Page 96: [Initialize]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu [MAC ADDRESS] Displays the MAC address of wired LAN. [WIRELESS LAN] Displays the network information of the wireless LAN that set on the projector. [ANTENNA LEVEL] Displays the radio wave state of the wireless LAN. [NETWORK] Displays the connection method of the wireless LAN. - Page 97 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Connecting with Wired LAN Example of a normal network connection Computer Projector LAN cable (straight) LAN cable (straight) Attention f When a LAN cable is directly connected to the projector, the network connection must be made indoors. Note f A LAN cable is required to use the wired LAN function.
- Page 98 Input MIRRORING Panasonic APPLICATION Communication IEEE802.11a/n IEEE802.11b/g/n method Connection method WPS + Wi-Fi Direct Panasonic proprietary + User connections Image transmission Intel WiDi / Intel Pro WiDi / Miracast Panasonic proprietary ® ® method Projector settings Turn on the projector.
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Page 99: Accessing From The Web Browser
Enter the IP address set on the projector into the URL entry field of the web browser. Enter the user name and the password. f The factory default setting of the user name is user1 (user rights)/admin1 (administrator rights) and the password is panasonic (lower case). ENGLISH - 99... - Page 100 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Click [OK]. f [Projector status] page is displayed. Note f If you use a web browser to control the projector, set [NETWORK CONTROL] to [ON] in [NETWORK/USB] (x page 93). f Do not perform setting or control simultaneously by starting up multiple web browsers.
- Page 101 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu ― User name for [Administrator] ― User name for [User] [Change password] ― Password for [Administrator] Password for [User] ― Operation ― [Tools] [Crestron Connected(TM)] ― [Info] ― [Help] *1 The functions with l marks in the columns of administrator rights/user rights indicate that the operation can be performed by each right.
- Page 102 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu 1 [PROJECTOR TYPE] 11 [INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the type of projector. Displays the status of the air intake temperature of the projector. 2 [PROJECTOR NAME] Displays the name set in the projector. 12 [EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the status of the exhaust air temperature of the 3 [MAIN VERSION]...
- Page 103 After selecting [NETWORK/USB] in [INPUT], it will select the previous input source. If you need to select the other, please press the <MEMORY VIEWER> / <MIRRORING> / <Panasonic APP> button on the remote control. f When [NETWORK/USB] → [WIRELESS LAN] is set to [SIMPLE], [S-DIRECT] or [M-DIRECT], and the web control function is enabled in the wireless LAN connection, if you switch the input to [MEMORY VIEWER] or [MIRRORING], the wireless connection will be cut off and the web control function cannot be used any more.
- Page 104 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu [Advanced control] page Click [Projector control] → [Advanced control]. 1 [POSITION] 2 [PICTURE] Adjusts the position of image and the keystone Adjusts the items of image. correction. [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] →...
- Page 105 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu 1 [DHCP ON]/[DHCP OFF] 5 [DNS1]/[DNS2] To enable the DHCP client function, set to [DHCP ON]. Enter the DNS1/DNS2 server address. Permissible/ available characters for the entry of DNS1/ 2 [IP ADDRESS] DNS2 server address.
- Page 106 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu 1 [IP ADDRESS] 5 [KEY] Enter the IP address. Set the key to be used in M-DIRECT. Input either 8 to 63 alphanumerics or a 64 digit string in the 2 [SUBNET MASK] hexadecimal format.
- Page 107 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu 1 [Input IP address] 3 Example of display when the connection has Enter the IP address of the server to be tested. succeeded 2 [Submit] 4 Example of display when the connection has failed Executes the connection test.
- Page 108 Contents of mail sent Example of E-mail sent when E-mail is set Mail with the contents shown below is sent when the e-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-VW355N Serial No : 000000000...
- Page 109 MAC address 04:20:9A:00:00:00 ----- Memo ----- Example of E-mail sent for an error Mail with the contents shown below is sent when an error has occurred. === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type : PT-VW355N Serial No : 000000000 -----...
- Page 110 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu [Port set up] page Set the port number used for command control. Click [Detailed set up] → [Port set up]. 1 [COMMAND PORT] 3 [Submit] Set the port number used for command control. Update the settings.
- Page 111 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu [Change password] page Click [Change password]. 1 [Administrator] 3 [Next] Used to change the setting of [Administrator]. Used to change the setting of the password. 2 [User] Used to change the setting of [User]. [Administrator] account 1 [Account : Administrator] 5 [New] [Password]...
- Page 112 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu 1 [Account : User] 4 [New] [Password (Retype)] Displays the account to change. Enter the desired new password again. 2 [New] [User name] 5 [OK] Enter the desired new user name. Determines the change of password.
- Page 113 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu 1 [Tools], [Info], [Help] 4 [Input Select] Tabs for selecting the setting, information or help page Controls input selection. of the projector. Not available when the power of the projector is turned off. 2 [POWER] 5 Menu screen control buttons Turns on/off the power.
- Page 114 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK/USB] menu 1 [Projector Name] 5 [Source] Displays the projector name. Displays the selected input. 2 [Mac Address] 6 [Lamp Mode] Displays the MAC address. Displays the setting status of [LAMP POWER] (x page 79).
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Page 115: Chapter 5 Operation Of Function
Operation of Function Chapter 5 This chapter describes the operation methods of some functions. ENGLISH - 115... -
Page 116: Memory Viewer Function
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Memory Viewer function Memory Viewer function The Memory Viewer function makes it is possible to project the video or still image stored in the USB memory. What you can project with the Memory Viewer function Memory Viewer function supports the following files. -
Page 117: Operations Of The Memory Viewer Screen
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Memory Viewer function Note f It is compatible with the USB memory sold in the market. f It cannot be used the other format other than the formatted with FAT16 and FAT32. Inserting the USB memory Insert the USB memory directly into the <USB A (VIEWER)>... - Page 118 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Memory Viewer function f The cursor moves from the thumbnail display area on the right of the screen to the folder list on the upper left of the screen. (The background is orange.) Press as to select a folder, then press the <ENTER> button. f If there is a folder in the lower level, it will be expanded and displayed in the folder list on the upper left of the screen.
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Page 119: Playing The Still Image
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Memory Viewer function Press the <AUTO SETUP/CANCEL> button on the remote control or the <EASY SETTING/CANCEL> button on the control panel to exit playing. f Exit the full screen display, and the Memory Viewer screen (in list display) is displayed. f If you want to continue to play another file, please perform the step 1) to 4) again. -
Page 120: Playing The Video
The operation guide of the bottom of the playback screen can be turned off when [MEMORY VIEWER] → [GUIDE] is set to [OFF]. (x page 94) *1 The number of display dots is 1 280 x 800 for the PT-VW355N and 1 024 x 768 for the PT-VX425N. Playing the video Introduce the procedure to the example of the operation in the MEMORY VIEWER screen of [THUMBNAIL] display method. - Page 121 The operation guide of the bottom of the playback screen can be turned off when [MEMORY VIEWER] → [GUIDE] is set to [OFF]. (x page 94) *1 The number of display dots is 1 280 x 800 for the PT-VW355N and 1 024 x 768 for the PT-VX425N. Resume playing function The resume playing function can be used when the auto play function is disable ([MEMORY VIEWER] →...
- Page 122 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Memory Viewer function Icon indicates that the file is a video. Icon indicates that the file cannot be expanded even if the extension of the file name is supported. Rotates the picture 90° to the left. Rotates the picture 90°...
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Page 123: About Mirroring
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - About MIRRORING About MIRRORING The MIRRORING is a function to project the same images as the displayed images on the device with the projector. The MIRRORING function connects the Intel WiDi / Intel Pro WiDi / Miracast compatible device to the projector via wireless LAN. ®... -
Page 124: Chapter 6 Maintenance
Maintenance Chapter 6 This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the units. 124 - ENGLISH... -
Page 125: Lamp And Warning Indicators
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Lamp and Warning Indicators Lamp and Warning Indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicator <LAMP> and the warning indicator <WARNING> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and remedy the indicated problems as follows. Attention f Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering Off the projector”. -
Page 126: Maintenance/Replacement
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement f When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug Æ from the wall outlet. ( pages 45, 41) f Be sure to observe the procedure “Powering Off the projector”... - Page 127 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Attaching the air filter unit Attach the unused air filter unit to the projector. f Hold the air filter unit that the tab is in up-left side in the figure, put the right side in the figure first, and press the tab side until make a click sound.
- Page 128 The lamp contains mercury. Consult your local municipality or your dealer about correct disposal of used lamp units. Attention f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured by Panasonic. Use only specified lamp units.
- Page 129 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Turn off the Power by following the procedure in "Powering Off the Projector". (x page 45) Remove the AC power plug from the wall outlet. f Wait at least 1 hour and make sure the lamp unit and surroundings are cool. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the lamp cover fixing screw (×1) until it turns freely and remove the lamp cover.
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Page 130: Troubleshooting
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Reference Problem Cause page f The power cord may not be connected. — f No electric supply is at the wall outlet. — Power does not turn f The circuit breakers have tripped. -
Page 131: Faq
Is the [WIRELESS LAN] menu set to [DISABLE]? f Is the input source [MIRRORING] selected correctly? f Is [MEMORY VIEWER] or [Panasonic APPLICATION] selected in [CONNECTION LOCK] menu? Please change the setting. f Please check the setting of the Intel WiDi / Intel Pro WiDi / Miracast compatible device. - Page 132 Chapter 6 Maintenance - FAQ Others f Depending on your Intel WiDi / Intel Pro WiDi / Miracast compatible device, the confirmation screen of the reconnection ® ® that is the connection name "from UNKNOWN" will be displayed. At this time, please select "CANCEL" to cancel reconnect. f Depending on your Intel WiDi / Intel Pro WiDi / Miracast compatible device, it may be required to remove the profile...
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Page 133: Chapter 7 Appendix
Appendix Chapter 7 This chapter describes specifications and after-sales service for the projector. ENGLISH - 133... -
Page 134: Technical Information
INST ? query Returns the name set in [NAME CHANGE] of NAME ? Projector name query ××××× [NETWORK/USB]. Manufacturer name INF1 ? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query VW355N INF2 ? Model name query Returns model name. VX425N INF0 ? Other information query ×××××... -
Page 135: 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 136 Chapter 7 Appendix - 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. f 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 137: Serial Terminal
Chapter 7 Appendix - 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 138 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Basic format Transmission from the computer starts with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. ID designate ZZ, 01 to 06 (2 byte) Colon (1 byte) 3 command characters (3 bytes)
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Page 139: [Menu Lock Password] Operations
To check if the power is on, use the “Power ― query” command. Power off VIDEO S-VIDEO RGB1 RGB2 INPUT selection HDMI NETWORK Panasonic APPLICATION MIRRORING MEMORY VIEWER [OFF] Freeze [ON] Volume up Volume down D. ZOOM up D. ZOOM down AV MUTE mode off... -
Page 140: Two Window Display Combination List
: Picture in Picture combinations are disabled. ― Note f [MEMORY VIEWER], [MIRRORING] and [Panasonic APPLICATION] do not support two window display function. f When setting the movie-based signal 1080/24p, 1080/24sF,1080/25p, 1080/30p, 1080/50p or 1080/60p for HDMI input, the two window display function will be disabled. -
Page 141: List Of Compatible Signals
Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the type of signals compatible with the projectors. f Symbols that indicate formats are as follows. V = VIDEO, S = S-VIDEO, R = RGB, Y = YC , H = HDMI Scanning frequency PnP*... - Page 142 Note f The number of display dots is 1 280 x 800 for the PT-VW355N and 1 024 x 768 for the PT-VX425N. A signal with a different resolution will be projected after converting the resolution to match the projector display.
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Page 143: Glossary For Network Functions
Chapter 7 Appendix - Glossary for network functions Glossary for network functions Item Descriptions These are stations for relaying electromagnetic signals between computers in a wireless Access point LAN. When a computer is connected to an access point, it can communicate through the network connected to the access point. - Page 144 Chapter 7 Appendix - Glossary for network functions Item Descriptions RADIUS is an abbreviation of Remote Access Dial In User authentication Service, and it is a protocol used for authentication in various networks such as wireless LAN. An authentication server compatible with the protocol is called a RADIUS server. RADIUS server The RADIUS server eliminates the need of registering user information separately in each device even when there are multiple network devices, and enables integrated management...
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Page 145: Specifications
BY MODE] of [AUDIO SETTING] is set to [ON] : 28 W PT-VW355N 1.5 cm (0.59") (aspect ratio 16 : 10) Panel size PT-VX425N 1.6 cm (0.63") (aspect ratio 4 : 3) Display method 3 transparent LCD panels (RGB) panel... - Page 146 Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications 1 (High-density D-sub 15 pin female) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (When G-SYNC: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω) HD/SYNC TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity com- <COMPUTER 1 IN> patible VD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible (SYNC/HD and VD do not support 3 value SYNC.) signal] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] including synchronization signal, P...
- Page 147 Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications For Europe and CIS: IEEE802.11b/g/n : 2.412 GHz - 2.472 GHz The power supplies are below 140 V (Except for Europe and CIS): M-DIRECT IEEE802.11b/g/n : 2.412 GHz - 2.462 GHz mode IEEE802.11a/n : 5.180 GHz - 5.240 GHz 5.745 GHz - 5.825 GHz The power supplies are above 190 V (Except for Europe and CIS): IEEE802.11b/g/n : 2.412 GHz - 2.472 GHz...
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Page 148: Dimensions
MANAGEMENT] → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [NETWORK], the power consumption is normally within 6 W in standby status. If the input source was switched to [MEMORY VIEWER] or [Panasonic APPLICATION] before the projector turns into standby, the power consumption in standby status may be more than 6 W. -
Page 149: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards
Ask a qualified technician to do the installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling. f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic or the inappropriate choice of location for installation, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired. -
Page 150: Index
Remote control ......25 Optional accessories ......24 [OTHER FUNCTIONS] .....75 [OVER SCAN] ........67 FAQ ..........131 [FILTER COUNTER] ......83 [FRAME LOCK] ........68 <Panasonic APP> button <FREEZE> button Remote control ......25, 51 Remote control ......25, 53 [PASSWORD] ......85, 92 <FUNCTION> button [PASSWORD CHANGE] ....85, 93 Remote control ......25, 50... - Page 151 Atıkların atılmasıyla ilgili yanlış uygulamalar yasayla belirlenmiş olan cezalara sebebiyet verebilir. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2015 Panasonic Systems Communications Company of North America 5th Floor, Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc.
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