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PT-MZ17K PT-MZ14K PT-MZ11K The projection lens is sold separately. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No. z for USA, Canada, Korea LB: Black model...
Contents Contents Read this first! Chapter 3 Basic Operations Switching on/off the projector Chapter 1 Preparation Connecting the power cord Power indicator Precautions for use Switching on the projector Intended use of the product When the initial setting screen is displayed Installation and handling of the laser product When the administrator account setting screen (for USA and Canada)
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: T o prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. T his 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. T he equipment is not intended for used at a video workstation in compliance BildscharbV. The sound pressure level at the operator position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779. WARNING: 1.
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Read this first! WARNING: R ISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DON’T OPEN Indicated on the projector The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. WARNING: Do not look at the light emitted from the lens while the projector is being used. As with any bright source, do not stare into the direct beam, RG2 IEC 62471-5:2015. Indicated on the projector (for USA and Canada) WARNING: M OUNT ABOVE THE HEADS OF CHILDREN. The use of a ceiling mount is recommended with this projector to place it above the eyes of children.
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Read this first! (for Taiwan) This projector is the Class 1 laser product that complies with IEC/EN 60825-1:2014. (Under the top slide cover) 第 1 類雷射產品 (for India) This projector is the Class 1 laser product that complies with IEC/EN 60825-1:2014. (Under the top slide cover) CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. CAUTION (North/Middle/South America) 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. If you need to use higher voltages than this, you will need to obtain a separate 250 V power cord. If you use the accessory cord in such situations, fire may result. CAUTION (North/Middle/South America/Taiwan) This equipment is equipped with a three-pin grounding-type power plug. Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This plug will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.
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See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate FCC NOTICE (USA) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-MZ20KLB / PT-MZ20KLW / PT-MZ17KLB / PT-MZ17KLW / PT-MZ14KLB / PT-MZ14KLW / PT-MZ11KLB / PT-MZ11KLW Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 General Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/support Projector Contact: https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
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Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOLDED PLUG FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a molded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from an Authorized Service Center. If the fitted molded plug is unsuitable for the mains socket in your home, then the fuse should be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely.
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The combination of the projector and the projection lens which the hazard distance exceeds 1 m (39-3/8") and is categorized as risk group 3 is as follows. Model No. Projection lens Model No. Risk group PT-MZ20K ET-EMT750, ET-EMT850 Risk group 3 ET-EMT750, ET-EMT700 PT-MZ17K Risk group 3 ET-EMT850, ET-EMT800 PT-MZ14K ET-EMT850, ET-EMT800 Risk group 3 PT-MZ11K *1 When PT-MZ20K is used with the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-EMT750, ET-EMT850) attatched, the hazard distance exceeds 1 m (39-3/8"), and regardless of the use condition, the throw ratio is larger than 2.0:1. In this case, it is catagorized as the risk group 3. *2 When PT-MZ17K is used with the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-EMT750, ET-EMT850, ET-EMT700, ET-EMT800) attatched, the hazard distance exceeds 1 m (39-3/8"), and regardless of the use condition, the throw ratio is larger than 2.0:1. In this case, it is catagorized as the risk group 3. *3 When PT-MZ14K / PT-MZ11K are used with the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-EMT850, ET-EMT800) attatched, the hazard distance exceeds 1 m (39-3/8"), and regardless of the use condition, the throw ratio is larger than 4.0:1. In this case, it is catagorized as the risk group 3. 10 - ENGLISH...
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Read this first! PT-MZ20K, PT-MZ17K PT-MZ14K, PT-MZ11K Indicated on the projector Each dimension inside the hazard zone for combination with projection lens which the hazard distance exceeds 1 m (39-3/8") is as follows. (Unit: m) Projection lens Model No. Model No. ET-EMT750 0.21 0.21 0.25 0.25 PT-MZ20K ET-EMT850 0.18 0.18 0.22 0.22 ET-EMT750, 0.12 0.12 0.14 0.14 ET-EMT700...
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Read this first! WARNING: r POWER The wall outlet or the circuit breaker shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible when problems occur. If the following problems occur, cut off the power supply immediately. Continued use of the projector in these conditions will result in fire or electric shock, or will cause visual impairment. f If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
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Do not place containers of liquid or metal objects near the projector. f If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. f Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents. f Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down. Installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
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Read this first! CAUTION: r 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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Read this first! CAUTION: r ACCESSORIES When not using the projector for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control. Failure to observe this will cause the batteries to leak, overheat, catch fire or explode, which may result in fire or contamination of surrounding area. r MAINTENANCE Do not attach the air filter unit while it is wet. Doing so may result in electric shock or malfunctions.
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Read this first! Brazil Only Brasil Apenas r Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e/ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor, romper a blindagem e produzir fogo. (Fig. 1) Fig. 1 Fita Isolante Como isolar os terminais Fita Isolante Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais. Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem ficar expostas a temperaturas superiores a 100 °C (212 °F). O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais provocado internamente. Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada com bastante água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico. r Remoção das baterias 1.
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For details, please refer to “Web control function” (x page 183). At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the respective copyright notice...
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3. Connect with external devices. *1 A value for PT-MZ20K. (x page 48) A value for PT-MZ17K is 16 500 lm. A value for PT-MZ14K is 14 000 lm.
The variance application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA variance application) will be performed by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. The person responsible of the device or usage shall store the original or a copy of the FDA variance approval letter received from Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use f Places with sharp temperature fluctuations such as near lights (studio lamps): Doing so may shorten the life of the light source, or result in deformation of the projector due to heat, which may cause malfunctions. Follow the operating environment temperature of the projector.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Cautions when setting up the projector f Use the adjustable feet only for the floor standing installation and for adjusting the angle. Using them for other purposes may damage the projector. f When using the projector in any method other than the floor installation using the adjustable feet or ceiling mounting installation using the Ceiling Mount Bracket, use the four screw holes for ceiling mount (as shown in the figure) to fix the projector.
Make your password difficult to guess as much as possible. f Change your password periodically. f Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. or its affiliate companies will never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge your password in case you receive such inquiries.
Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use f Multi Monitoring & Control Software This application software monitors and controls the multiple display devices (projector and flat panel display) connected to an intranet. f Early Warning Software This plug-in software monitors the status of the display devices and their peripherals within an intranet, and notifies of abnormality of such equipment and detects the signs of possible abnormality.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use rOptical parts The replacement cycle for the optical parts such as the LCD panel or polarization plate may become shorter even if it is used for less than one year when the ambient temperature is high or in an environment with large amount of dust or cigarette smoke.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed in < > show the number of accessories. Wireless/wired remote control unit <1> For Korea (N2QAYA000243) (K2CZ3YY00032) <1> 200 V - 240 V For India (K2CZ3YY00100) <1>...
For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f The optional accessories compatible with the projector may be added or changed without prior notice.
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector About your projector Remote control r Front r Top r Bottom <STANDBY> button Number (<0> - <9>) buttons Sets the projector to the state where the projector is turned Used for entering an ID number or a password in a multiple off (standby mode) when the <MAIN POWER>...
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Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Attention f Do not drop the remote control. f Avoid contact with liquids or moisture. f Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. f Observe the following instructions that are indicated on the caution label at the back of the remote control: g Do not use old battery with new one.
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Projector body r Front r Side r Rear r Top r Bottom Projection direction Remote control signal receiver (front) 10 <MAIN POWER> switch Turns on/off the main power. Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> Indicates the status of the power. 11 Power cord holder Light source indicator <LIGHT>...
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For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f For the connection using the NFC function, use the application software “Smart Projector Control” which performs the setting and adjustment of the projector.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector r Connecting terminals <USB> terminal <SERIAL/MULTI SYNC IN> terminal This is a terminal to connect the USB memory when using the This is the RS-232C compatible terminal to externally control data cloning function or firmware update function. the projector by connecting a computer.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing the batteries (ii) Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the m side first). (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Setting up Usable outlet This projector supports AC 100 V to AC 240 V as the power supply. A grounded outlet supporting 15 A is required with either voltage. The shape of the usable outlet differs depending on the power supply. Following illustrations are examples. 2P/3W 15 A 250 V 2P/3W 20 A 250 V 2P/3W 15 A 250 V...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward Mounting on the ceiling and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item Setting value Menu item Setting value [FRONT/REAR] [FRONT] [FRONT/REAR] [REAR] [FLOOR/CEILING] [FLOOR/CEILING] [AUTO] or [CEILING] [AUTO] or [CEILING] Portrait setting and projecting forward Portrait setting and projecting from rear...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Parts for installation (optional) The optional Ceiling Mount Bracket is required. The Ceiling Mount Bracket (Model No.: ET-PKD120H (for High Ceilings), ET-PKD120S (for Low Ceilings), ET-PKD130H (for High Ceilings, 6-axis Adjustment)) is used together with the Ceiling Mount Bracket (Model No.: ET-PKE301B (Projector Mount Bracket)).
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up (Unit: m) Projection lens Model No. Lens protrusion dimension (L1) (approximate value) ET-EMU100 0.346 ET-EMW200 0.152 ET-EMW300 0.121 ET-EMW400 0.121 ET-EMW500 0.122 ET-EMS650/ 0.117 ET-EMS600 ET-EMT750 0.166 ET-EMT700 0.167 ET-EMT850 0.173 ET-EMT800 0.172 Note f For the adjustment range of the projected image position with the lens shift, refer to “Lens shift range”...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Only [CURVED Only [KEYSTONE] used [KEYSTONE] and [CURVED CORRECTION] used together CORRECTION] used Projection Vertical Horizontal Vertical Horizontal lens Model keystone keystone keystone keystone Min. value of Min. value of Min. value of Min. value of correction correction correction...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Projection distance of each projection lens A ±5 % error in listed projection distances may occur. When [GEOMETRY] is used, distance is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size. r When the screen aspect ratio is 16:10 (Unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect ratio is 16:9 (Unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens ET‑EMS650/ Projection lens Model No. ET‑EMU100 ET‑EMW200 ET‑EMW300 ET‑EMW400 ET‑EMW500 ET‑EMS600 Throw ratio 0.330‑0.353:1 1.35‑2.10:1 0.480‑0.550:1 0.550‑0.690:1 0.690‑0.950:1 0.950‑1.36:1 Projected image size Projection distance (L) Height Width...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (Unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens ET‑EMS650/ Projection lens Model No. ET‑EMU100 ET‑EMW200 ET‑EMW300 ET‑EMW400 ET‑EMW500 ET‑EMS600 Throw ratio 0.396‑0.425:1 1.62‑2.50:1 0.580‑0.660:1 0.660‑0.830:1 0.830‑1.15:1 1.14‑1.63:1 Projected image size Projection distance (L) Height Width...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Formula for calculating the projection distance per projection lens To use a projected image size not listed in this manual, check the projected image size SD (m) and use the respective formula to calculate projection distance. The unit of all the formulae is m.
Before attaching the projection lens, remove the lens cover attached to the projection lens. f Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from the use of projection lenses which are not manufactured by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. Be sure to use the specified projection lenses.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Attaching/removing the projection lens Remove the dustproof sponge. (Fig. 1) Remove the top slide cover. (Fig. 2) f Slide the top slide cover until the top slide cover attachment line is visible. Once the top slide cover attachment line is visible, remove by lifting. Confirm that the lens lock lever is positioned at the Unlock side.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Attaching/removing the projection lens Removing the projection lens Remove the projection lens using the following procedure. Lens fixing screw Lens fixing screws Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Lens fixing screws Top slide cover Top slide cover attachment line Lens lock lever Fig.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting Before connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables. f Connect cables taking care of the following descriptions. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions. g When connecting a cable to a device connected to the projector or the projector itself, touch any nearby metallic objects to eliminate static electricity from your body before performing work.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting For <SDI IN> terminal Digital VCR for commercial use HD-SDI signal or 3G-SDI signal Note f Setting of the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SDI IN] may be necessary depending on the connected external device. f Use a connection cable 5C-FB or higher (such as 5C-FB or 7C-FB), or Belden 1694A or higher to properly transmit the image. Use a connection cable with length of 100 m (328'1") or shorter.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK Twisted-pair-cable transmitters based on the communication standard HDBaseT such as the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) use the twisted pair cable to transmit input images, Ethernet, and serial control signal, and the projector can input such digital signal to the <DIGITAL LINK>...
Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example Connect all the projectors to be linked in a loop by daisy chain connection when using the contrast synchronization function/shutter synchronization function. The number of linked projectors is limited to the maximum of 64 projectors. Connecting terminals of the synchronization source Connecting terminals of the projector to synchronize Communication cable (straight all connected)
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Switching on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the <AC IN> terminal of the projector to prevent it from being removed easily. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector How to remove the power cord Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Confirm that the <MAIN POWER> switch on the side of the projector is on the <OFF> side, and remove the power plug from the outlet. Raise the power cord holder fixing the power cord upward.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Note f While the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> lights orange, the fan is running to cool the projector. f For approximately five seconds after the projector is turned off, the indicator does not light up even if the power is turned on. Turn on the power again after the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector When the initial setting screen is displayed When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, or when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → [FACTORY RESET] is executed, the focus adjustment screen is displayed after the projection starts, followed by the [INITIAL SETTING] screen and the [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen.
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (operation setting) Set the items regarding the operating method depending on the duration of use and the usage of the projector. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Relationship between brightness and runtime The projector can be operated with arbitrary brightness and runtime by setting [LIGHT OUTPUT] to desired setting. The relationship between the [LIGHT OUTPUT] setting, brightness, and the estimated runtime is as follows. Make the initial setting (operation setting) depending on the desired brightness of the projected image and runtime.
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector r PT‑MZ14K [LIGHT OUTPUT] (%) Brightness (lm) Estimated runtime (hours) 100.0 14 000 20 000 80.0 11 200 21 500 60.0 8 400 23 000 40.0 5 600 25 000 *1 Estimated runtime is the time until the brightness decreases to approximately half of the time of delivery when the projector is used with the [PICTURE] menu →...
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (installation setting) Set [FRONT/REAR] and [FLOOR/CEILING] in [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the installation mode. Refer to “Installation mode” (x page 36) for details. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD].
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (screen setting) Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and display position of the image. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SCREEN SETTING].
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (time zone) Set [TIME ZONE] in accordance with the country or region where you use the projector. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [DATE AND TIME].
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector [PASSWORD POLICY] Display a policy about the password of the administrator account. Press as to select [PASSWORD POLICY], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD POLICY] screen is displayed. f Pressing the <MENU> button to return to the [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen. PASSWORD POLICY Reusing passwords is not recommended.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector f The user name and password of the administrator account can also be changed in “[Set up password] page (when accessed by administrator account)” (x page 210) of the web control screen. f The user name and password of the standard user account without administrator rights can be set in “[Set up password] page (when accessed by administrator account)”...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Switching off the projector Press the <STANDBY> button. f The [POWER OFF(STANDBY)] confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. (Or press the <STANDBY> button again.) f Projection of the image will stop, and the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Projecting Check the projection lens attachment (x page 45), external device connection (x page 48) and the power cord connection (x page 54), and turn on the power (x page 56) to start projection. Select the image to project, and adjust appearance of the projected image.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Switching the input by displaying the input selection screen The input of the image for projection can be selected by displaying the input selection screen. Press the <INPUT MENU> button on the remote control or the <INPUT SELECT> button on the control panel.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Note f The focus adjustment and the zoom adjustment cannot be performed in following case. g When [---] is displayed in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [LENS] → [LENS TYPE] f When lens calibration has not been performed completely, a message urging to perform lens calibration will be displayed on the adjustment screen of [FOCUS], [ZOOM] and [PERIPHERY FOCUS].
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Executing the lens calibration When the projector is used for the first time or when the projection lens is replaced, execute the lens calibration. Detect the lens adjustment limit value, and perform the calibration in the adjustment range. When lens calibration has not been performed completely, [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Moving the projection lens to the home position Operate in following procedure to move the projection lens to the home position. When operating from the main menu Press the <MENU> button. f The [MAIN MENU] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PROJECTOR SETUP].
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Lens shift range The projector can adjust the position of the projected image within the lens shift range for each projection lens based on the optical center position of the image (standard projection position). Optical center position of the image is an image position based on the optical axis center of the projector body.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Using the USB memory Using the USB memory This projector supports the attachment of the USB memory. Attach the USB memory to the <USB> terminal when registering a user test pattern or using the data cloning function or the firmware update function, etc. Note f For registering the test pattern, refer to“Registering the test pattern”...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Operating with the remote control Using the shutter function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to turn off the image temporarily. button Press the <SHUTTER>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Switching the display position of the menu screen By directly calling up the [ON‑SCREEN DISPLAY] screen without operating from the main menu screen, the display position of the menu screen (OSD) can be easily changed. button Press and hold the <ON SCREEN>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Using the status function Display the status of the projector. button Press the <STATUS> button. f The [STATUS] screen is displayed. STATUS PROJECTOR TYPE PT-MZ20K SERIAL NUMBER 123456789012 PROJECTOR RUNTIME 10000h LIGHT RUNTIME 10000h / 10000h CONTINUOUS LIGHTING TIME...
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control f The ID number set on the remote control will be stored unless it is set again. However, it will be erased if the remote control is left with dead batteries. Set the same ID number again when the batteries are replaced. Note f When the ID number of the remote control is set to [0], you can control the projector regardless of the ID number setting of the projector body, as same as when [ALL] is set.
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button Press the <MENU> button on the remote control or control panel. f The [MAIN MENU] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Press as to select a sub-menu, and press qw or the <ENTER> button to change or adjust settings. f Some items will switch in order as follows each time you press qw. f For some items, press qw to display an individual adjustment screen with a bar scale as shown below. CONTRAST ADJUST Note...
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Main menu item [SIMPLE] mode Page [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] [DISPLAY OPTION] [PROJECTOR SETUP] [TEST PATTERN] [SIGNAL LIST] [SECURITY] ― [NETWORK] Sub-menu The sub-menu of the selected main menu item is displayed, and you can set and adjust items in the sub-menu. The menu item with l in the [SIMPLE] mode column indicates that this is displayed in the menu screen (OSD) when the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu →...
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NFC function enabled from the time of factory shipment, and there are some countries or regions where the NFC Upgrade Kit cannot be applied. For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ ENGLISH - 83...
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 79) for the operation of the menu screen. [PICTURE MODE] You can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the environment in which the projector is used.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press as to select [PICTURE MODE NAME CHANGE], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PICTURE MODE NAME CHANGE] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select the text, and press the <ENTER> button to enter the text. Press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [COLOR] You can adjust the color saturation of the projected image. Press as to select [COLOR]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR TEMPERATURE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WHITE BALANCE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [WHITE BALANCE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WHITE BALANCE HIGH] or [WHITE BALANCE LOW]. Press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment The intermediate tone becomes brighter. Press w. -8 - +7 The intermediate tone becomes darker. Press q. [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. Press as to select [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press as to select [DYNAMIC CONTRAST NX]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [DYNAMIC CONTRAST NX] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the DYNAMIC CONTRAST NX function.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Setting item Details Does not set the fade-in of the image when the light source is [OFF] turned on again from the condition that the light source was turned off with [LIGHTS OUT TIMER]. [LIGHTS OUT FADE-IN] Sets the time to fade in the image when the light source is turned (Setting of fade-in when on again from the condition that the light source was turned off with...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Note f [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] cannot be set when [DYNAMIC CONTRAST NX] is set to anything other than [OFF]. f To use the contrast synchronization function and the shutter synchronization function, make the menu setting identical for each linked projector either by setting [PICTURE] menu →...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Setting item Details Sets the contrast synchronization function. This setting item is common with the following menu item. f The [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [MULTI PROJECTOR [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] SYNC] Refer to the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] (x page 141) for details.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Note f The following are the conditions where the setting in the [PICTURE] menu → [PICTURE MODE] is switched to the picture mode set in [DEFAULT PICTURE MODE]. g When a new signal is input g When the deleted signal is input again after the registered signal has been deleted g When the <DEFAULT>...
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 79) for the operation of the menu screen. Note f When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the <DIGITAL LINK>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Displays images with the aspect ratio converted to 16:9 when standard signals are input . When [16:9] wide-screen signals are input , the images are displayed without changing the aspect ratio. Displays images without changing the aspect ratio when standard signals are input .
. Up to three correction data can be saved. [PC-3] *1 “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download. Note f The menu, logo, or waveform monitor display may run off the screen when [GEOMETRY] is set.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [KEYSTONE] [LENS THROW RATIO] Set the throw ratio. Select the value close to the actual projection distance divided by projected image width here. To return to the default settings after selecting the value, press the <DEFAULT> button on the remote control. [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] [VERTICAL BALANCE]...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [GEOMETRY:CORNER CORRECTION] screen is displayed. Press as to select the item to adjust, and press the <ENTER> button. f When [LINEARITY] is selected, press qw to select either adjustment method ([AUTO] or [MANUAL]). Select [AUTO] normally.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FREE GRID] screen is displayed. Press as to select [GRID RESOLUTION]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Performs the adjustment using the pattern of the outer border (there are two lines each vertically and [2x2] horizontally as a grid line).
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [WHITE] [BLACK] [RED] Select the color of the marker that indicates the control point. [GREEN] The marker that indicates the control point is displayed in the control point selection mode and adjustment mode. [BLUE] (Factory default setting: [WHITE]) [CYAN] [MAGENTA] [YELLOW]...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Note f Each correction data for [KEYSTONE], [CORNER CORRECTION], [CURVED CORRECTION], [PC-1], [PC-2], and [PC-3] cannot be initialized at once. To initialize all the correction data, select each item and execute [INITIALIZE] individually. f When the projector is initialized by one of the following methods, all data in [FREE GRID] are initialized. g When initialized by selecting the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu [ADVANCED MENU] menu On the menu screen, select [ADVANCED MENU] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 79) for the operation of the menu screen. [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] The picture quality is enhanced by raising the vertical resolution higher performing the cinema processing when interlaced video signal is input.
The upper limit of the adjustment range may be restricted so that the entire projected image is not covered by blanking width. f “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Press qw to switch to [ON]. Press as to select [START] or [WIDTH]. Press qw to adjust the starting position or correction width. 10) Press as to select [MARKER]. 11) Press qw to switch to [ON]. f A marker for image position adjustment is displayed.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu 21) Press the <ENTER> button. f The [UPPER FREE SHAPE] screen, the [LOWER FREE SHAPE] screen, the [LEFT FREE SHAPE] screen, or the [RIGHT FREE SHAPE] screen is displayed. 22) Press as to select [ADJUSTMENT POINTS]. 23) Press qw to switch the item.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu 33) Press as to select an item, and press qw to adjust the setting. [BLACK BORDER AREA] (Right) Projection range Edge blending [WIDTH] (Right) [MARKER] (Red) Edge blending [START] (Right) ([MARKER] (Green)) [OVERLAPPED BLACK LEVEL] (Right) [NON-OVERLAPPED BLACK LEVEL] [BLACK BORDER LEVEL] Note...
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Note f The adjustment data for [UPPER FREE SHAPE], [LOWER FREE SHAPE], [LEFT FREE SHAPE], and [RIGHT FREE SHAPE] cannot be initialized at once. f To initialize all the adjustment data, select each item and execute [INITIALIZE] individually. f When the projector is initialized by one of the following methods, all data in [UPPER FREE SHAPE], [LOWER FREE SHAPE], [LEFT FREE SHAPE], and [RIGHT FREE SHAPE] are initialized.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 79) for the operation of the menu screen. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display.
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 79) for the operation of the menu screen. [COLOR ADJUSTMENT] Correct the color difference between projectors when using multiple projectors simultaneously.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to select [3COLORS] or [7COLORS]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [3COLORS] or [7COLORS] screen is displayed. Press as to select [RESET]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Press asqw to select [RESET].
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [BACKUP INPUT SETTING] Set the backup function that switches the signal to the backup input signal as seamless as possible when input signal is disrupted. Press as to select [BACKUP INPUT SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [BACKUP INPUT SETTING] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [HDMI IN] Set this item in accordance with the image signal input to the <HDMI IN 1> terminal or the <HDMI IN 2> terminal. Setting [SIGNAL LEVEL] in [HDMI IN] Press as to select [HDMI IN]. Press the <ENTER>...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Switches to EDID corresponding to the 4K image signal (maximum 4 096 x 2 160 dots, maximum [4K/60p] vertical scanning frequency 60 Hz).
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [SDI IN] Set this item in accordance with the signal input to the <SDI IN> terminal. Setting [RESOLUTION] Press as to select [SDI IN]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SDI IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [RESOLUTION], and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [AUTO] Automatically selects [12-bit] or [10-bit]. [12-bit] Fixes to [12-bit]. [10-bit] Fixes to [10-bit]. Setting [SIGNAL LEVEL] Press as to select [SDI IN].
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Switches to EDID corresponding to the 4K image signal (maximum 4 096 x 2 160 dots, maximum [4K/30p] vertical scanning frequency 30 Hz). [2K] Switches to EDID corresponding to the 2K image signal (maximum 1 920 x 1 200 dots) or lower. Note f Switch the setting to [4K/30p] when proper image is not projected while [EDID SELECT] is set to [4K/60p] and the 4K image signal is input.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen is displayed. Press as to select [OSD POSITION]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Sets to the center left of the screen.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen is displayed. Press as to select [OSD MEMORY]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] Holds the cursor position.
Displays blue in the entire screen. [BLACK] Displays black in the entire screen. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo in the screen. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user in the screen. Note f The [BACK COLOR] setting item is common with the following menu item.
& Setup Management Software”. Note f “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download. Setting [USER CORRECTION] Correct the brightness unevenness and color unevenness of the entire screen as desired.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu f To adjust the color unevenness per signal level, repeat Steps 3) to 10). f To adjust the color unevenness for each image position, repeat Steps 7) to 10). Initializing adjustments for [USER CORRECTION] Return the setting values of the brightness for the selected [ADJUSTMENT LEVEL] and the color unevenness of each image position to the factory setting values.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. The projector goes into projection mode with the shutter function disabled (shutter: opened) when the [OPEN] power is turned on. The projector goes into projection mode with the shutter function enabled (shutter: closed) when the [CLOSE] power is turned on.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu g [SHUTTER SYNC] on the projectors to perform the shutter synchronization is set to [ON]. g When only projectors with the [DYNAMIC CONTRAST NX] setting menu are linked, set [PICTURE] menu → [DYNAMIC CONTRAST NX] to anything other than [OFF] or set [PICTURE] menu →...
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Adjusting the waveform Project the luminance adjustment signal of a commercial test disk (0 % (0 IRE or 7.5 IRE) – 100 % (100 IRE)) and adjust. Image displayable area Image position Select “Select line (luminance)” on the waveform monitor. Adjust black level.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu On the menu screen, select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 79) for the operation of the menu screen. [PROJECTOR ID] The projector has an ID number setting function that can be used when multiple projectors are used side by side to enable simultaneous control or individual control via a single remote control.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f Refer to “Angle sensor” (x page 37) for details on the range of the installation attitude that can be detected by the built-in angle sensor. [LENS] Perform the setting and operation regarding the projection lens. [LENS TYPE] When the projector is used for the first time or when the projection lens is replaced, confirm the [LENS TYPE] setting.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) After the name is input, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f Saving of the lens memory is completed, and returns to the [LENS MEMORY SAVE] screen. f If you press asqw to select [CANCEL] and then press the <ENTER> button, the lens memory will not be saved.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS MEMORY EDIT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LENS MEMORY DELETE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS MEMORY DELETE] screen is displayed. f The name of the saved lens memory and its lens position information ([VERTICAL POSITION]/ [HORIZONTAL POSITION]/[FOCUS POSITION]/[ZOOM POSITION]/[PERIPHERY FOCUS POSITION]) are displayed in the [LENS MEMORY DELETE] screen.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LENS HOME POSITION] Operate in following procedure to move the projection lens to the home position. Press as to select [LENS]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LENS] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LENS HOME POSITION]. Press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f The active focus optimizer function operates within the range of focus adjustment. It may not operate properly when used close to the limit value for the focus adjustment. [LENS CALIBRATION] Detect the lens adjustment limit value, and perform the calibration in the adjustment range. Execute the lens calibration after attaching the projection lens.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [USER1] [USER2] Set [LIGHT OUTPUT] as desired. [USER3] *1 Estimated runtime is the time until the brightness decreases to approximately half of the time of delivery when the projector is used with the [PICTURE] menu → [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] set to [3] and under environment of 0.15 mg/m dust.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu r PT-MZ20K [LIGHT OUTPUT] (%) Brightness (lm) Estimated runtime (hours) 100.0 20 000 20 000 80.0 16 000 21 500 60.0 12 000 23 000 40.0 8 000 25 000 *1 Estimated runtime is the time until the brightness decreases to approximately half of the time of delivery when the projector is used with the [PICTURE] menu →...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu r PT-MZ11K [LIGHT OUTPUT] (%) Brightness (lm) Estimated runtime (hours) 100.0 11 000 20 000 80.0 8 800 21 500 60.0 6 600 23 000 40.0 4 400 25 000 *1 Estimated runtime is the time until the brightness decreases to approximately half of the time of delivery when the projector is used with the [PICTURE] menu →...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [QUICK STARTUP] Enable/disable the [QUICK STARTUP] function. Press as to select [QUICK STARTUP]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the [QUICK STARTUP] function. Enables the [QUICK STARTUP] function until the specified time set in [VALID PERIOD] elapses after [ON] the projector enters the standby mode.
The no signal lights-out function is disabled in following case. g When [BACK COLOR] is set to [DEFAULT LOGO] or [USER LOGO], and the Panasonic logo or the image registered by the user is displayed in the projected image...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Switches to the secondary input (primary input) automatically when the input signal for primary input [ENABLE] (secondary input) is disrupted.
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The no signal lights-out function is disabled in following case. g When [BACK COLOR] is set to [DEFAULT LOGO] or [USER LOGO], and the Panasonic logo or the image registered by the user is displayed in the projected image...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [NO SIGNAL SHUT-OFF] This is a function to automatically set the power of the projector to standby mode when there is no input signal for specific period. The time before switching to standby can be set. Press as to select [NO SIGNAL SETTING].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [TIME ZONE]. Press qw to switch [TIME ZONE]. Note f The [TIME ZONE] setting is reset to the factory default setting when the projector is initialized by one of the following methods. However, the date and time based on the local date and time setting (Coordinated Universal Time, UTC, Universal Time, Coordinated) will be maintained without being initialized.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [OFF] Disables the schedule function. Enables the schedule function. Refer to “How to assign a program” (x page 140) or “How to set a [ON] program” (x page 140) for how to set the schedule. Note f When [SCHEDULE] is set to [ON] while the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Detailed settings of [COMMAND] Description [COMMAND] [HDMI1] Switches the input to HDMI1. [HDMI2] Switches the input to HDMI2. [SDI] Switches the input to SDI. [INPUT] [DIGITAL LINK] Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK. Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of the [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] DIGITAL LINK output supported device to the specified input.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when the contrast synchronization function and the shutter synchronization function [OFF] are not used. Select this item when the contrast synchronization function or the shutter synchronization function is used.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Select this item when the contrast synchronization function and the shutter synchronization function [OFF] are not used. Select this item when the contrast synchronization function or the shutter synchronization function is [MAIN] used. Set this item only on one projector that becomes the synchronization source of the shutter operation. Select this item when the contrast synchronization function or the shutter synchronization function is [SUB] used.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [INPUT SELECT]. Press qw to switch the item. [PROJECTOR] Performs the RS-232C communication with the <SERIAL/MULTI SYNC IN> terminal of the projector. Performs the RS-232C communication via the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model [DIGITAL LINK] No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) and the <DIGITAL LINK>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [GROUP]. Press qw to switch the item. Controls multiple projectors simultaneously by sending the ID of RS-232C. You can set groups from [A] - [Z] [A] to [Z]. The projector responds when the ID of RS-232C matches the setting. Press as to select [RESPONSE(ID GROUP)].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [FILTER COUNTER] Check the runtime of the filter and set the cleaning/replacement cycle of the filter. Also, the runtime of the filter can be reset. Press as to select [FILTER COUNTER]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FILTER COUNTER] screen is displayed.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LIGHT RUNTIME] Displays the runtime of the light source 1 and the light source 2. Displays the elapsed time from when the light source is illuminated. [CONTINUOUS LIGHTING The elapsed time after the illumination of the light source can be confirmed when adjusting the focus. TIME] The elapsed time is reset when the light source is temporarily turned off such as using the shutter function.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Sending status content via E-mail The status content can be sent to the E-mail address (up to two addresses) set in “[E-mail set up] page” (x page 207). Press the <ENTER> button while the 1/5 to 4/5 page of the [STATUS] screen is displayed. f The selection screen is displayed.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Setting the information to display Set the items to display on the information monitor during no operation. Press as to select [INFO MONITOR SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [INFO MONITOR SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [USER VIEW].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [INFO MONITOR SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [BRIGHTNESS]. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment Press w. The information monitor becomes bright. 30 % - 100 % (Factory default setting: 100 %) Press q.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [HDMI CEC] Sets the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function of HDMI. CEC is a function that is realized by exchanging device control signals with external devices connected with an HDMI cable. Using the remote control of the projector, it is possible to operate the CEC-compatible external device (hereinafter referred to as "CEC-compatible device") and to control the power on/off link status between the projector and the CEC-compatible device.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. f Select the menu code from [1] to [6]. Setting the link control Make settings for the link control between the projector and CEC-compatible devices. [PROJECTOR ->...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Enables power-on link control and power-off link control. Power-on link control and power-off link control work only if it is supported by the connected CEC-compatible device. While the projector is in standby, if the CEC-compatible device connected to the <HDMI IN 1> terminal or <HDMI IN 2>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SECURITY PASSWORD] screen is displayed. Enter a security password and press the <ENTER> button. f The [INITIALIZE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [USER SETTINGS]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [USER SETTINGS] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu On the menu screen, select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 79) for the operation of the menu screen. [TEST PATTERN] Display the test pattern. Settings such as position and size will not be reflected in test patterns.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu Press as to select [CROSS HATCH], and press the <ENTER> button. f The cross hatch test pattern and the [TEST PATTERN] screen (toggle selection format) are displayed. Press the <ENTER> button again. f The [TEST PATTERN COLOR] screen is displayed. Press as to select a color, and press the <ENTER>...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu Press the <ENTER> button again. f The [USER TEST PATTERN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [DELETE USER TEST PATTERN], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The selected test pattern is deleted.
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu [SIGNAL LIST] menu On the menu screen, select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 79) for the operation of the menu screen. r Registered signal details A1 (1-2) Memory number: Sub memory number...
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu Note f A registered signal can also be deleted from [REGISTERED SIGNAL DELETE] on the [REGISTERED SIGNAL SETUP] screen. Protecting the registered signal Press asqw to select the signal to protect. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [REGISTERED SIGNAL STATUS] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu Sub memory The projector has a sub memory function that can register the multiple image adjustment data, even if it is recognized as the same signal by the frequency or format of the synchronization signal source. Use this function when you need to switch the aspect or adjust the picture quality such as the white balance while using the same signal source.
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 79) 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>...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] screen is displayed. Press as to select [CONTROL PANEL] or [REMOTE CONTROL]. [CONTROL PANEL] Sets the limitation on the control from the control panel. [REMOTE CONTROL] Sets the limitation on the control from the remote control.
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press as to select [APPLY], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 10) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f When a button operation is performed on the device set to [DISABLE], the [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD] screen is displayed. Enter the control device password.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu On the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 79) for the operation of the menu screen. [ETHERNET TYPE] Set the transmission path of the Ethernet signal.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Communication possible Setting Video transfer Video transfer Ethernet RS-232C (100 m (328'1")) (150 m (492'2")) [DIGITAL LINK] ― [LONG REACH] ― [ETHERNET] ― ― ― *1 Communication via a twisted-pair-cable transmitter is not available. Connect the projector to the network directly. Note f For the signal with resolution of 1 920 x 1 200 dots or less, the maximum transmission distance is 100 m (328'1") when connected with the DIGITAL LINK communication method.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL LINK] screen is displayed. Press as to select [EXTRON XTP]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when connecting the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: [OFF] ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) to the <DIGITAL LINK>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu 12) Press as to select [IPv6 SETTINGS], and and press the <ENTER> button. f The [IPv6 SETTINGS] screen is displayed. 13) Press as to select an item, and change the setting according to the operation instructions of the menu.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [KEY] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select the text, and press the <ENTER> button to enter the text. f The character string that can be registered as the connection key is as follows. g 8 to 15 single-byte alphanumeric characters After entering the connection key, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER>...
For the availability of the NFC function in the country or region where you purchased the product, visit the following website or consult your dealer. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f The [NFC SETTING] setting is valid for the “Smart Projector Control” version 2.2.0 or later.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [PASSWORD POLICY], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD POLICY] screen is displayed. PASSWORD POLICY Reusing passwords is not recommended. Password cannot be blank. A password consisting of at least eight half-width characters and contaning characters of at least three of the following four types is recommended.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Changing the setting of the administrator account Change the user name and password of the account with administrator rights. Press as to select [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [USER NAME] in [CURRENT], and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK SECURITY] Perform the setting to protect the projector from an external attack or abuse via LAN. [COMMAND PROTECT] Perform the setting regarding connection authentication when using the command control function. Press as to select [NETWORK SECURITY]. Press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [COMMAND PORT] Set the port number used for command control. [Crestron Connected(TM)] Set to [ON] to control with Crestron Connected of Crestron Electronics, Inc. Set to [ON] to control with the controller of AMX Corporation. Setting this function to [ON] enables detection through “AMX Device Discovery”.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu 13) Press as to select [STORE], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 14) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f The PJLink password can also be changed in “[Set up password] page (when accessed by administrator account)” (x page 210) of the web control screen.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Art-Net SETUP] Make settings to use the Art-Net function. Press as to select [Art-Net]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [Art-Net] screen is displayed. Press as to select [Art-Net SETUP]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select the channel to set, and press qw to switch the item. [LIGHT OUTPUT] Adjusts the brightness of light source. [INPUT SELECT] Switches the input. [LENS POSITION] Moves the lens position. [LENS H SHIFT] Adjusts the lens shift in the horizontal direction.
The application software “Smart Projector Control” can be used, which enables to set and adjust the projector connected via LAN using a smartphone or tablet device. For details, visit the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ f Multi Monitoring & Control Software “Multi Monitoring & Control Software”, a software application to monitor and control multiple display devices (projector or flat panel display) connected to intranet, can be used.
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Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection Setting the projector Connect the projector to a computer using a LAN cable. Turn on the power of the projector. Press the <MENU> button to open the [NETWORK] menu from the main menu. f The [NETWORK] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WIRED LAN], and press the <ENTER>...
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Confirmation of operation for the devices of other manufacturers has been performed with the items set independently by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., and not all the operations are warranted. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection Press qw to switch the displayed screen and display [WIRELESS LAN] (page 4/5). f The QR code is displayed. NETWORK STATUS WIRELESS LAN SSID Proj1234_xxxxxxxxxxxxx ******** AUTHENTICATION WPA2-PSK ENCRYPTION CHANGE DISPLAY KEY ENTER RETURN MENU Note f To use the wireless LAN function with the projector, it is necessary to attach the optional Wireless Module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 Series) to the <USB>...
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Web control function Following operation is possible from a computer using the web control function. f Setting and adjustment of the projector f Display of the projector status f Sending E-mail messages when there is a problem with the projector The projector supports “Crestron Connected”, and the following application software of Crestron Electronics, Inc.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function In [Password(Retype)], enter the password entered in Step 4). Click [Change]. f The setting of the administrator account will be completed. Enter the user name and password in the displayed login screen. f Enter the user name and password of an account with administrator rights or the user name and password of a standard user account without administrator rights.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Rights for each account The administrator account can use all functions. The standard user account has limits on the functions it can use. Select the account to use depending on the purpose. The function that has l in the administrator/standard user column indicates that it can be operated with that account.
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Status] [Remote preview lite] page The input image to the projector can be simply viewed on the web control screen. Click [Status] → [Remote preview lite]. Preview window [AC VOLTAGE] Simply displays the image corresponding to the input image to Displays the input supply voltage.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function r Status display icon The power is switched off. (Standby status) [POWER] In the projection mode The shutter function is enabled (shutter: closed). [SHUTTER] The shutter function is disabled (shutter: opened). The on-screen display is set to on (display). [OSD] The on-screen display is set to off (hide).
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Switching the input Click [INPUT SELECT] in the [Remote preview lite] page. HDMI1 --- (---kHz/---Hz) ---kHz/---Hz [INPUT SELECT] [SIGNAL NAME] Switches to the input to view the image. Displays the input signal name. [INPUT] [SIGNAL FREQUENCY] Displays the currently selected input.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Error information page When [Error (Detail)] or [Warning (Detail)] is displayed in the [SELF TEST] display field of the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the content of the error/warning. f The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error. Display of error information Error code Displays the alphanumeric symbols and content of errors/...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Access error log] page Click [Status] → [Access error log]. The error log on the web server is displayed such as access to the pages that do not exist or access with unauthorized user names or passwords. [Mail error log] page Click [Status] →...
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Projector control] [Basic control] page Click [Projector control] → [Basic control]. [POWER] On-screen display of the projector Turns off/on the power. Displays the same items as shown on the on-screen display of the projector. You can check or change the settings of the [SHUTTER] menus.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Registering the user test pattern Click [Projector control] → [Detail control] → [TEST PATTERN]. f The test pattern selection buttons are displayed at the right side of the control page and [USER TEST PATTERN LIST] is displayed on the bottom right. Click the [ADD] button of the user test pattern number to be registered.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Note f The edit screen can be displayed by clicking [USER1], [USER2], or [USER3] registered with test pattern in the test pattern selection buttons displayed on the right side of the control page. Changing the name of the user test pattern Click [Projector control] →...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [LENS] page Click [Projector control] → [Detail control] → [LENS]. [CALIBRATION] [ZOOM] The calibration execution page (x page 195) is displayed. Use the slider bar or as to adjust the zoom. The adjustment can be performed in two operating speeds by [SET POSITION] the position which the slide button is dragged to.
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Calibration execution page Click [Projector control] → [Detail control] → [LENS] → [CALIBRATION]. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Click [OK]. f The calibrations for the lens shift and focus are started. Lens position setting page Click [Projector control] →...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Click [Next]. f The current settings are displayed. Click [Change]. f The setting change screen is displayed. For wired LAN connection [PROJECTOR NAME] [AUTO CONFIGURATION ON], [AUTO CONFIGURATION Enter the name of the projector. Enter the host name if it is OFF] required when using a DHCP server etc.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function For wireless LAN connection (Available only when the Wireless Module is attached to the projector) [KEY] [Back], [Next] Sets the connection key. Click [Back] to return to the original screen. Click [Next] to Enter 8 to 15 characters of single-byte alphanumeric. display the setting confirmation screen.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Ping test] page Check whether the network is connected to the E-mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc. Click [Detailed set up] → [Ping test]. [Input IP address] Example of display when the connection has succeeded Enter the IP address of the server to be tested.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function r Flow for setting The flow for setting differs depending on which certificate is to be used as the security certificate, either the server certificate or the self-signed certificate. Generate the CRT key. When using the server certificate When using the self-signed certificate Generate the signing request.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Click [OK]. f Clicking [Certificate] → [CRT Key generate] → [Execute] again can confirm the key length and generation date and time of the current CRT key with the [RSA key size] and [Last modified] of [Current CRT key] at the upper row of the CRT key generation page.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Enter the information required for application. f The details of each item are as follows. Enter the information following the requirement of the certification organization to apply. Character length Item Details limit [Common Name] Enter the projector name or the IP address set in the projector.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Confirming the information of the server certificate Confirm the information of the server certificate installed in the projector. Click [Certificate] → [Server Certificate] → [Information] → [Confirm]. f The information of the installed server certificate is displayed. The details of each item are as follows. Item Details [Common Name]...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Confirming the information of the self-signed certificate Confirm the information of the self-signed certificate generated by the projector. Click [Certificate] → [Self-signed Certificate] → [Information] → [Confirm]. f The information of the generated self-signed certificate is displayed. The details of each item are as follows. Item Details [Common Name]...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Crestron Connected] page Set the information required for connecting the control system of Crestron Electronics, Inc. to the projector, and the information to monitor/control the projector using the control system of Crestron Electronics, Inc. When the [NETWORK] menu →...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function r [Server] Configure the setting required to access the projector assigned to a server using the control system. [Use TLS] [Authentication] Sets the secure communication. Select the authentication with the connection destination used [Disable]: with the secure communication.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function r [XiO Cloud] Configure the setting to manage the devices using the XiO Cloud. [XiO Cloud] [Submit] [Disable]: Updates the [XiO Cloud] setting. Disables the XiO Cloud function. [Enable]: Enables the XiO Cloud function. r [Proxy] Configure the proxy server setting.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [E-mail set up] page Send an E-mail to preset E-mail addresses (up to two addresses) when a problem has occurred. Click [Detailed set up] → [E-mail set up]. [ENABLE] [MINIMUM TIME] Change the minimum interval for the temperature warning Select [Enable] to use the E-mail function.
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Example of the E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. f Example: When [MAIL CONTENTS] is set to [SIMPLE] in the [E-mail set up] page === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-MZ20K...
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Example of the E-mail sent for an error The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred. f Example: When [MAIL CONTENTS] is set to [SIMPLE] in the [E-mail set up] page === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type : PT-MZ20K...
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Network security] page Perform the setting to protect the projector from an external attack or abuse via LAN. Click [Detailed set up] → [Network security]. [COMMAND PROTECT] [Submit] Performs the setting regarding connection authentication when Updates the setting.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Administrator] Set the user name and password of the administrator account. [Account] [New] Displays the account to change. [User name]: Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single [Current] byte) [User name]: [Password]: Enter the current user name.
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [PJLink] Change the user name and password of the PJLink account. [Account] [Change] Displays the account to change. Determines the change of password. [New] [Password]: Enter the desired new password. (Up to 32 half-width characters) [Set up password] page (when accessed by standard user account) Change the user name and password of the standard user account.
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Using the information monitor function Status of the projector can be checked in the information monitor on the control panel. Screen mode Information monitor is categorized into following four modes. This is one of the screen modes in normal status, and is a mode to be selected when not displaying Hide mode information on the screen during no operation.
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Basic operation procedure in the menu operation mode Press the <INFO> button on the control panel. f The top menu screen is displayed. USER VIEW SETUP STATUS Press as to select a top menu item. f The selected item is displayed inverted.
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function [SHUTTER] Status of the shutter ([CLOSE]: Shutter function enabled; [OPEN]: Shutter function disabled) [FREEZE] Status of the freeze function ([ON]: Paused; [OFF]: Cleared) [OSD] Status of the on-screen display function ([ON]: Display; [OFF]: Hide) [IP ADDRESS(WIRED)] IP address of the wired LAN *1 For IPv6 address, “(IPv6)”...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function [INFO MONITOR] Set the information monitor. r Setting the display during normal status Display/hide the information monitor during no operation. Press as to select [SETUP]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The sub-menu item is displayed. Press as to select [INFO MONITOR].
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Press the <ENTER> button. f Setting can be changed. Press qw to switch the setting. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] Displays the items during the USER VIEW mode. [OFF] Does not display the items during the USER VIEW mode.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment The information monitor becomes bright. Press w. 30 % - 100 % (Factory default setting: 100 %) The information monitor becomes dark. Press q. Note f [BRIGHTNESS] is adjusted in increments of 10. f This setting item is common with the following menu item in the on-screen menu.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Press as to select [IPv4]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The detailed setting item is displayed. Press as to select [DHCP]. f The current setting is displayed. 10) Press the <ENTER> button. f Setting can be changed.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function r Setting the acquisition method of the wired LAN IPv6 address Press as to select [SETUP]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The sub-menu item is displayed. Press as to select [NETWORK]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The network selection item is displayed.
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function 10) Press the <ENTER> button. f Setting can be changed. 11) Press qw to switch the setting. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] Select this item when the temporary IPv6 address is used. [OFF] Select this item when the temporary IPv6 address is not used.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Press the <ENTER> button. f The detailed item is displayed. f The network selection item is displayed when [NETWORK] is selected in Step 3). Proceed to Step 6). Press as to switch the item. f The display items will switch each time you press the button.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Press the <ENTER> button. f The detailed item is displayed when [PJ NAME] or [WIRELESS LAN] is selected in Step 6). f The IP selection screen is displayed when [WIRED LAN] is selected in Step 6). Proceed to Step 9). Press as to switch the item.
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the information monitor function Error notification mode The error/warning symbol is displayed in the information monitor as a self-diagnosis information when an error or warning has occurred in the projector. For details on content of the error/warning symbols, refer to “[SELF TEST] indications” (x page 247). Operation procedure when an error/warning has occurred This section explains using the case when the intake air temperature warning is detected in the self-diagnosis as an example.
Note f The data cloning function will not operate when the models of the projectors are different. For example, data of PT-MZ20K can be copied to other PT-MZ20K projectors, but it cannot be copied to PT-MZ17K projectors. Data cloning is limited to the same model.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LAN DATA CLONING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [SELECT PROJECTOR]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The projectors in the same network are displayed as a list. 10) Press as to select the copy destination projector.
Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function Note f The security password is the password set in the [SECURITY] menu → [SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE]. Initial password of the factory default setting: awsqawsq Copying the data to another projector using USB Copying projector data to USB memory Insert the USB memory into the <USB>...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Using the data cloning function 10) Once the copying of the data is completed, disconnect the USB memory from the <USB> terminal. 11) Turn on the power of the projector. f The copied content is reflected to the projector. Note f The security password is the password set in the [SECURITY] menu →...
Chapter 5 Operations — Using HDMI-CEC function Using HDMI-CEC function HDMI-CEC function allows the basic operation of CEC-compatible device with the projector remote control or the link control between the projector and CEC-compatible device. Connecting a CEC-compatible device Connect a CEC-compatible device to the <HDMI IN 1> terminal or <HDMI IN 2> terminal. CEC-compatible device CEC-compatible device HDMI cable...
Chapter 5 Operations — Using HDMI-CEC function Menu operation of CEC-compatible device When the setting menu of the CEC-compatible device is displayed, you can use the ▲▼◀▶buttons and <ENTER> button of the remote control to operate the menu. About the link control By setting the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
The firmware of the projector can be updated via LAN or using a USB memory. Firmware that can be updated can be downloaded from the following website (“Panasonic Professional Display and Projector Technical Support Website”). Customer can update the firmware if a newer version than the current firmware version is published.
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Download the firmware update tool for this projector (compressed file in zip format) from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ f File name (example): MZ20K_USER_101.zip (Update tool for the PT-MZ20K/PT-MZ17K/PT-MZ14K/PT-MZ11K series with version 1.01) Confirming the setting of the projector Confirm the setting of the projector to be updated in advance.
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The firmware update tool (executable file in exe format) is generated. File name (example): FirmUpdateTool_MZ20K_101.exe (Update tool for the PT-MZ20K/PT-MZ17K/PT-MZ14K/PT-MZ11K with version 1.01) Double-click the executable file generated by extracting. f The update tool is started up, and the confirmation screen is displayed.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Select [I accept]. Click [Next]. f The connection setting screen is displayed. Enter the setting details of the projector. f Enter the details set in the projector to be updated. Item Details [IP Address] The [NETWORK] menu →...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware Click [Next]. f The update confirmation screen is displayed. 10) Click [Start]. f Update is started. f The light source indicator <LIGHT> and the temperature indicator <TEMP> on the projector blink red alternately while updating. f Elapsed time and rough progress can be confirmed in the update status display screen.
Download the firmware data for this projector (compressed file in zip format) from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ f File name (example): MZ20K_USER_101.zip (Firmware data for PT-MZ20K/PT-MZ17K/PT-MZ14K/PT-MZ11K with version 1.01) Preparing the USB memory Prepare the USB memory to be used for update.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware 10) Confirm the firmware version. f Update is completed when the light source indicator <LIGHT> and the temperature indicator <TEMP> stop blinking and turn off. f Turn on the power of the projector and confirm the firmware version in the [STATUS] screen. Attention f Do not disconnect the main power supply of the projector while updating.
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Light source/temperature/filter indicators Light source/temperature/filter indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem occurs inside the projector, the slight source indicator <LIGHT>/temperature indicator <TEMP>/filter indicator <FILTER> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and take following measures. Attention f When switching off the projector to deal with problems, make sure to follow the procedure in “Switching off the projector” (x page 66). Light source indicator <LIGHT>...
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Light source/temperature/filter indicators Temperature indicator <TEMP> Blinking red Blinking red Indicator status Lighting red (2 times) (3 times) Internal temperature is high The cooling fan has Status Internal temperature is high or low (warning). or low (standby status). stopped. f Are the intake/exhaust vents blocked? Cause ―...
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement f Make sure to turn off the projector and disconnect the power plug from the outlet before maintaining or replacing the unit. (x pages 54, 66) f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” (x page 66).
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Removing the air filter unit Air filter cover fixing screw Tabs on the projector body Air filter unit compartment and the projector’s intake vent Grip Air filter unit Air filter cover Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Turn off the power of the projector. f Always follow the procedure of “Switching off the projector” (x page 66) when turning off the power. Remove the air filter cover. (Fig. 1) f Turn the air filter cover fixing screw (x 1) counterclockwise with a Phillips screwdriver until it turns freely, and remove the air filter cover by placing a finger in the depressed section and pull it out slowly in the direction...
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Attaching the air filter unit Attach the air filter unit to the projector. f Attach the air filter unit in the reverse procedure of Step 3) in “Removing the air filter unit” (x page 242). f Push in the air filter unit all the way in until it clicks. Attach the air filter cover.
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Replacing the unit Air filter unit Air filter unit should be replaced if the dirt does not come off after cleaning. The Replacement Filter Unit (Model No.: ET-RFM100) is an optional accessory. To purchase the product, consult your dealer. Air filter unit replacement procedure Attention f Make sure to turn off the projector before replacing the filter. f When attaching the air filter unit, make sure to secure the stability of the projector, and execute in a safe location even if the air filter unit falls accidentally.
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Page f Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? ― f Is the <MAIN POWER> switch set to <OFF>? f Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? ―...
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Page f Is the cable compatible to the condition of the projector used? f Are the connections between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and an external ― device, and between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and projector correctly done? The DIGITAL LINK input image is not displayed.
Chapter 6 Maintenance — [SELF TEST] indications [SELF TEST] indications [SELF TEST] can be checked in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STATUS] → [SELF TEST]. The following list shows the alphanumeric symbol that is displayed when an error or a warning has occurred and its details. Confirm “Action number”, and follow the measure in “Measure for error and warning” (x page 248). The input supply voltage is displayed only with the numeric value.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — [SELF TEST] indications Error/warning display Details Action number U290 Filter clogging warning U291 Exhaust filter not installed U300 Intake temperature error U301 Exhaust air temperature error U303 Light source temperature 1 error U304 Light source temperature 2 error U353 Power supply temperature error U390 Filter clogging error Note...
Returns the name set in the [NETWORK] menu → NAME ? Projector name query xxxxx [PROJECTOR NAME]. Manufacturer name INF1 ? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query PT-MZ20K PT-MZ17K INF2 ? Model name query Returns model name. PT-MZ14K PT-MZ11K Other information INF0 ? xxxxx Returns information such as version number.
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Parameter/response Class Command Control details Remark string Input signal resolution AAAA: Horizontal resolution IRES ? AAAAxBBBB query BBBB: Vertical resolution Recommended RRES ? 1920 x 1200 Returns display resolution. resolution query FILT ? Filter runtime inquiry xxxxx Returns the runtime of the filter.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Control details Channel [USER] CHANNEL9 GEOMETRY GEOMETRY FADE-OUT CHANNEL10 CUSTOM MASKING CUSTOM MASKING CUSTOM MASKING CHANNEL11 ENABLE/DISABLE ENABLE/DISABLE GEOMETRY CHANNEL12 NONE NONE NONE Control details r LIGHT OUTPUT This can be set in 256 steps between 100 % and 0 %. Performance Parameter Default value...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r LENS H SHIFT, LENS V SHIFT, LENS FOCUS, LENS ZOOM Performance Parameter Default value (-) High speed 0-31 Lens adjustment (-) Low speed 32-63 (-) Fine adjustment 64-95 Operation stop 96-159 (+) Fine adjustment 160-191 Lens adjustment (+) Low speed...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r FADE-IN, FADE-OUT (when [Art-Net CHANNEL SETTING] is set to [1] or [USER]) Operate together with SHUTTER. Performance Parameter Default value 0-15 0.5s 16-31 1.0s 32-47 1.5s 48-63 2.0s 64-79 2.5s 80-95 3.0s 96-111 3.5s 112-127 4.0s 128-143...
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“ENABLE/DISABLE” of channel 11 to “Disable” and then back to “Enable”. f To create and register the USER LOGO image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ ENGLISH - 255...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Control commands via LAN The projector can be controlled via the <DIGITAL LINK> terminal or the <LAN> terminal by using the control command format via the <SERIAL/MULTI SYNC IN> terminal. For examples of the available commands, refer to “Control command” (x page 262). Note f To send/receive the command via LAN, it is necessary to set the password of the administrator account.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r Received data Termination Header Data section symbol Command ‘0’ ‘0’ Control command (CR) example 0x30 0x30 (ASCII string) 0x0d Data length 1 byte 1 byte Undefined length 1 byte f Example: The projector is powered on “00001”...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Command transmission method Transmit using the following command formats. r Transmitted data Termination Header Data section symbol Command ‘0’ ‘0’ Control command (CR) example 0x30 0x30 (ASCII string) 0x0d Data length 1 byte 1 byte Undefined length 1 byte f Example: Transmission of power supply status acquisition command...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information <SERIAL/MULTI SYNC IN>/<SERIAL/MULTI SYNC OUT> terminals The <SERIAL/MULTI SYNC IN>/<SERIAL/MULTI SYNC OUT> terminals of the projector conform with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer. A combined screen with a balanced contrast can be displayed by linking multiple projectors using the <SERIAL/ MULTI SYNC IN>...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Pin assignments and signal names D-Sub 9-pin (female) Pin No. Signal name Details Outside view ― Transmitted data Received data MULTI PROJECTOR For contrast synchronization function/for SYNC shutter synchronization function Earth ― Connected internally ― D-Sub 9-pin (male) Pin No.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Basic format (has subcommands) Same as the basic format Sub command (5 bytes) Parameter (6 bytes) Symbol “+” or “–” (1 byte) and setting or adjustment value (5 bytes) Operation (1 byte) “=” (Set the value specified using parameter) *1 When transmitting a command which does not need a parameter, an operation (E) and parameter are not necessary.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Cable specification When connected to a computer When multiple projectors are connected NC NC NC NC Projector Computer Projector 1 Projector 2 (<SERIAL/MULTI (<SERIAL/MULTI (<SERIAL/MULTI (DTE specifications) SYNC IN> terminal) SYNC OUT> terminal) SYNC IN> terminal) NC NC NC NC NC NC...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information <REMOTE 1 IN> terminal It is possible to control the projector remotely (by contact control) from a control board located away from the projector where remote control signals cannot reach. Use the <REMOTE 1 IN> terminal on the connecting terminals of the projector to connect to the control board. Remote control Contact control Remote control/contact control...
2.54 m (100") to 10.16 m with ET-EMU100 (400") 20 000 lm When [OPERATING MODE] is set to [NORMAL] PT-MZ20K 14 000 lm When [OPERATING MODE] is set to [QUIET] 16 500 lm When [OPERATING MODE] is set to [NORMAL]...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Video signal resolution: 480/60p, 576/50p to 4 096 x 2 160/60p Computer signal resolution: HDMI signal input 640 x 480 to 1 920 x 1 200 (non-interlace) Dot clock frequency: 25 MHz to 594 MHz Input Video signal resolution: compatibility 480/60p, 576/50p to 4 096 x 2 160/60p...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications 42 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [NORMAL] PT-MZ20K 36 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [QUIET] 38 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [NORMAL] Acoustic noise PT-MZ17K 32 dB when [OPERATING MODE] is set to [QUIET]...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals compatible with the projector. For details of SDI signal, refer to “List of single link SDI compatible signals” (x page 271). This projector supports the signal with l in the compatible signal column. f The content of the signal type column is as follows.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Compatible signal Signal name Resolution Dot clock freq. Signal type Horizontal Vertical DIGITAL (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) (MHz) HDMI (kHz) (Hz) LINK 640 x 480/60 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 1024 x 768/50 1 024 x 768 39.6 50.0 51.9...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of plug and play compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals compatible with plug and play. Signal with l in the plug and play compatible signal column is the signal described in the EDID (extended display identification data) of the projector.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of single link SDI compatible signals The following table specifies the single link SDI signals that the projector can project. f The content of the signal type column is as follows. g V: Video signal Scanning freq.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Dot clock Signal Signal name Resolution freq. Format Color format Sampling Horizontal Vertical type (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 2 048 x 1 080 67.5 60.0 148.5 3G-SDI Level-A 4:2:2 10bit 2K/60p 2 048 x 1 080 67.5 60.0 148.5...
Ask a qualified technician to do the installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling. f Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of the Ceiling Mount Bracket not manufactured by Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. or the inappropriate choice of location for installing the Ceiling Mount Bracket, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Precautions for attaching the Ceiling Mount Bracket r Dimensions for the screw holes to fix the projector (projector bottom view) Unit: mm (inch) 223 (8-25/32") 190 (7-15/32") 180 (7-3/32") 45 (1-25/32") 272 (10-23/32") 274 - ENGLISH...
Index Index [PROJECTION METHOD] Projector body <AC IN> terminal 31, 54 <HDMI 1> button [PROJECTOR ID] Accessories Remote control 29, 67 [PROJECTOR NAME] [ACTIVE FOCUS OPTIMIZER] <HDMI 2> button [PROJECTOR SETUP] 82, 125 Adjusting adjustable feet Remote control 29, 67 Protecting the registered signal [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] 63, 169...
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EU Declaration of Conformity for RE Directive Declaration of Conformity This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive English 2014/53/EU. Декларация за съответствие Български Това устройство отговаря на съществените изисквания и останалите приложими разпоредби на Директива 2014/53/EC.
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Fabricado por: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japón Importador: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Español Representante Autorizado para la UE: Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburgo, Alemania Fabriqué par : Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japon Importateur : Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Français...
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Geproduceerd door: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Nederlands Importeur: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Bevoegde vertegenwoordiger in de EU: Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Duitsland Produsert av: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Norsk Importør: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH...
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Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Importer for UK: Panasonic Connect UK, a branch of Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste.
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