Operating Instructions Based Projector Commercial Use PT-D5500U Model No. PT-D5500UL Read these instructions completely before operating this unit. TQBJ 0148-1...
This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will help you to get the most performance out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic DLP based projector.
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For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.> Declaration of Conformity PT-D5500U/PT-D5500UL Panasonic Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 1-800-524-1448 or 1-800-526-6610 pbtsservice@panasonic.com...
Using the remote control unit ...14 Loading dry cells ...14 Effective range of remote control operation ...14 Setting projector ID number to remote control ...15 Using the remote control as a PC mouse...15 Using a wired remote control...16 Installation ...17 Projection schemes ...17...
Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable. • If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and injury or damage could result.
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• If any water gets inside the projector, contact an Authorized Service Center. Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector. • Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects into the projector or drop them onto the projector, as doing so can result in fire or electric shocks.
• Electric shocks can result if this is not done. Ask an Authorized Service Center to clean inside the projector at least once a year. • If dust is left to build up inside the projector without being cleaned out, it can result in fire or problems with operation.
Avoid installing the product in a place exposed to vibrations or impacts. If the projector is installed in a place where vibrations are transmitted from a source of driving power and others or mounted in a car or...
ID of the remote control. Operation mode selector (Computer/Numeric, Projector) switch (page 15) Put this selector to the right position to control the projector and to the left position to control the PC or use numeric buttons.
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Moves the mouse cursor. Numeric (0-9) buttons In a system that uses a multiple number of projectors, these buttons serve to specify a particular projector. They are also used to enter the password when the password for service personnel needs to be entered.
Attach a chain or other fastening device available from a hardware store through this clamp. Level-adjusting feet (page 22) Use these feet to adjust the tilt of the projector. The leveling feet at the front left and right can be adjusted.
The lamp unit is housed. MAIN POWER switch (page 22) Use this switch to turn on “I” and off “O” the commercial line power applied to the projector. Remote control receiver window (rear) (page 14) This also receives the signal beam coming from the remote control.
15-pin female). DVI-D IN terminal (page 20) DVI-D signals are applied to this terminal. (24-pin DVI connector) LAN terminal (page 37) This terminal is used to control the projector from the PC. (10Base-T/100Base-TX compliant) SYNC/HD S-VIDEO IN RGB 1 IN...
The remote control should normally be aimed at either the front or rear remote control receiver window on the projector (figure 1). Otherwise, it may also be aimed at the screen, which will reflect commands back to the projector’s front receiver window as illustrated in figure 2.
Every projector has its ID number and the ID number of the controlling projector must be set to the remote control in advance so that the user can operate the remote control. The ID number of the projector is set to “ALL”...
IN/OUT terminal. It is effective to use the wired remote control in the environment in which an obstacle stands in the light path or where devices are susceptible to outside light. S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN RGB 1 IN REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 IN Remote control cable (supplied) Connect to the secondary projector...
Installation Projection schemes Any of the following four projection schemes can be used with the PT-D5500U/D5500UL projector depending on user’s needs or viewing conditions. Use “OPTION 2” menu (chosen from the MAIN MENU) to choose the appropriate projection scheme (see page 34).
• Before connecting any of your video/audio equipment to the projector, carefully read the owners manual supplied with the equipment once again. • All cable connections should be made with the entire system devices, including the projector, first turned off. • Obtain commercial interconnecting cables for devices supplied with no accessory or optional interconnect cables.
• When connecting with a video deck, be sure to use the one with a built-in time base corrector Attention (TBC) or use a TBC between the projector and the video deck. • If nonstandard burst signals are connected, the image may be distorted. If this is the case, connect a TBC between the projector and the video deck.
Connection Example of connecting with PCs Control PC VIDEO IN VIDEO IN • For the specifications of the RGB signals that can be applied from the PC, see the data sheet on Note page 56. • If your PC has the resume feature (last memory), the computer may not function properly until the resume capability is disabled.
While holding down the lens lock button, turn the lens further counterclockwise. Remove the lens. • Before replacing the lens, turn off the projector’s power. Note • Do not touch the lens signal contact. Dust or dirt may cause defective contact.
(120 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz) Press the “I” marked side of the MAIN POWER switch to turn on the power. The power indicator lights up red, and the projector is placed in the standby mode. Press the “l” button. [on the main unit...
(Power indicator lit in red) • If you re-power the projector after shutting off the main power inadvertently, the projection lamp may remain unlit. Please turn the power on again after a while.
(optical shift) The focus, zoom and up/down position of the images projected on the screen can be adjusted while the projector is positioned appropriately in relation to the screen. Press the LENS button on the remote control or on the control panel of the main unit.
Still image Using the SHUTTER function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, a shutter mode is available that allows the user to hide images temporarily. Press the “SHUTTER” button of the remote control or the main unit.
1999 T O T A L • The digital zoomed state cannot be stored in memory. Attention • If the input signal format is changed while in digital zoom mode, the projector will exit digital zoom function. 2000 110% 119%...
On-screen menus Structure of menu screens Menus are extensively used for configuring, adjusting or reconfiguring the projector. The menus structure is as follows: MENU MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU LANGUAGE OPTION1 OPTI0N2 TEST PATTERN SECURITY NETWORK SELECT ENTER EXIT NETWORK...
(items). Resetting to the factory default STD (standard) button is used to reset all of the projector adjustment values to the default levels which were set at the time of shipment from the factory. PICTURE...
Adjusting the picture • For RGB/DVI signals only PICTURE PICTURE MODE GRAPHIC BRIGHT CONTRAST COLOR TEMP. DEFAULT SHARPNESS SYSTEM SELECT RETRN • For S-Video/Video/YP signals only PICTURE PICTURE MODE STANDARD BRIGHT CONTRAST COLOR TINT COLOR TEMP. DEFAULT SHARPNESS TV-SYSTEM AUTO1 SELECT RETRN PICTURE MODE...
Adjusting the picture SHARPNESS “SHARPNESS” is used to adjust the crispness of the image. : Sharpens the edge of the image. : Softens the edge of the image. (For S-Video/Video/YP In this mode, the video noise is reduced. ON : Standard setting OFF : Noise reduction is set to OFF.
• Keystone distortion can be corrected to Note ±30° of the angle of tilt for the projector. However,the greater the correction amount,the more the picture quality will deteriorate, and the harder it will become to achieve a good level of focus. To...
Menus, setting items, adjustment screens, and control button names will be displayed in the language the user chooses. The available languages are: ENGLISH, DEUTSCH, FRANÇAIS, ESPAÑOL, ITALIANO, • The projector’s on-screen display is Note set to the English language by default.
SETUP button on the remote control each time signals are input when signals are input frequently such as when the projector is used at a conference. ON : Auto setup is performed automatically when the video signals of the images being projected have changed.
• If the projectors are given ID numbers, their remote controls must be assigned the same ID numbers, respectively. • If the ID number of a projector is set to “ALL”, it can be controlled by the remote control or the PC with any ID number.
ASPECT : The button functions in the same way as “ASPECT” of “POSITION”. AUTO POW.OFF The projector can be automatically set to the standby mode if no signals are input for the set duration. DISABLE : Standard setting. This function is set to OFF.
Displaying the internal test pattern The projector has eight types of internal test patterns to check the condition of the set. To display test patterns, follow the steps below. • Results of adjustment on the image, Note picture quality, position, size and other factors will not be reflected in test patterns.
Setting the network The settings required for the network must be established in order to use the web browser (page 46) functions that the PC uses to control the projector. NETWORK HOST NAME DHCP IP ADDRESS NET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS...
Note • Projector ID supported on the RS232C interface is ZZ (ALL) and a group of 1 to 64 and 0A to 0Z. • If a command is sent with a projector ID specified, the projector will return answer back only in the...
Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available: Command Function of command Power “ON” Power “OFF” Switch input modes I I S Query for active lamp mode Active lamp mode Lamp power setting • If you need a detailed command list, please contact your dealer.
Using the REMOTE 2 terminal Using the REMOTE 2 terminal provided on the side of the main unit, it is possible to operate the projector from a control panel etc. furnished in a distant location where infrared remote control signal cannot be received.
Indication of lamp monitor This projector is equipped with 3 indicators to show when a lamp needs replacement or there is an abnormal internal temperature. These lamps flash or light up to indicate a problem. Turn the power off and follow the steps below.
If too much dust is deposited in the air filter, temperature inside the main unit will rise and the temperature monitor (TEMP) blinks, eventually turning off the power supply. Clean the air filter section once every 100 hours or so as a guideline depending on the location of projector operation.
Replacing the lamp unit WARNING! Replacement of the lamp unit should only be carried out by a qualified technician. Precautions on lamp unit replacement Remove the power plug and confirm that the surroundings of the lamp unit have cooled off. Be careful when handling a light source lamp.
Replacing the lamp unit Lamp unit replacement steps • After 1 500 hours (4 000 hours when long life lamp units are used) of operating the same lamp, it Attention is only possible to operate the unit for approximately 10 minutes. Steps completed within 10 minutes.
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TOTAL 300h Press the “ENTER” button. LAMP2 LOW 100h The SYSTEM INFORMATION screen will be displayed. Press and hold the “ENTER” button on the projector or LAMP TIME RESET the remote control for approximately 3 seconds. LAMP1 LAD55 1433h An item “LAMP TIME RESET” will be added.
Using Web Browser Control This projector has networking functions which allow it to be controlled through a web browser on a PC. The controlled items are: • Projector’s settings and adjustment • Projector’s status display • Transmission of a E-mail message when the projector has a problem...
Detail control page Click [Projector Control], then [Detail control] to display the Detail control page. Automatic screen display position setting Menu screen item entry and execution Menu display/non-display Status information page Click [Projector Control], then [Status information] to display the Status information page.
Using Web Browser Control Error information page When • Depending on the nature of the error, the projector may be placed in the standby mode for its own Note protection. When [FAILED] has appeared for an item Parameter MAIN CPU BUS...
E-mail setup page With this projector, if a problem occurs or if the lamp usage time reaches a set value, an e-mail message can be sent to one or more preset e-mail addresses (maximum two addresses). Click [Projector Control], then [E-mail set up] to display the E-mail setup page.
Using Web Browser Control Network config page Click [Network Setting], then [Network config] to display the Network config page. Toggling between Enabling/Disabling DHCP Host name field Available input characters: Alphanumeric characters (A–Z, a–z, 0–9), hyphen (-), period (.) Gate way address field Subnet mask field IP address field DNS server setup page...
• If the time becomes incorrect immediately Note after setting the correct time, then the battery needs to be changed. Contact the dealer where you bought the projector to have the battery changed. Button to update time zone setting Button to update time and date...
Using Web Browser Control Network status page Click [Network Setting], then [Network status] to display the Network status page. MAC address display Set subnet mask display Password change page Click [Change Password]. Button for erasing all entered characters Old password input field New password input field New password input field (re-enter for confirmation)
Abnormal image • Are their any malfunctions on the source side, such as bad video tapes? • Are you inputting a signal that is not compatible with this projector? (See page 56) • Is the cable too long? Does not display •...
Projection scheme Contrast ratio Interface ports RGB1 input terminal These values are for the lens provided with the PT-D5500U. Note that these values change according to the lens used. PT-D5500U AC 120 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz 770 W (about 10 W in standby without fan running) 0.7 inch (aspect ratio 4:3)
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• The outside dimensions do not include the lens and other protruding parts. See page 58 for further details. When using the projector at high altitudes (1 400 to 2 700 m), the upper limit for the ambient temperature drops by 5 °C.
B = the amount of data is scaled down and simplified images are projected. These signals support the frame lock function. • The number of display dots of the PT-D5500U (PT-D5500UL) is 1 024 x 768. If signals with a Note number of display dots differing from the data listed above are supplied, they will be converted into signals with 1 024 x 768 dots and displayed.
The table below shows the projection distances of optional projection lenses. For the projection distance of the standard lens provided with the PT-D5500U (equipped with lens), refer to page 17. For instructions on how to install the lenses, refer to page 21.
Dimensions SYNC/HD VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN RGB 1 IN RGB 2 IN DVI-D IN REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 IN SERIAL >PC< TBMU448 478.5 (18 TEMP LAMP1 LAMP2 POWER D LP 436 (17 530 (20 unit : mm ( ) : inch...
Trademark acknowledgments Note: Purchase of this equipment includes the rights to use this software (the built-in microcomputer and information recorded on ROMs) but does not grant copyrights. Do not reverse engineer, change or modify the software. The guarantee will not be valid for any malfunctions caused by such actions. Trademark Acknowledgement •...
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NOTES IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT: POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES DE FEU OU DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER CE PRODUIT À L’EAU OU À L’HUMIDITÉ Le symbole de la flèche en forme d’éclair, dans un triangle, avertit l’usager de la présence de “tensions dangereuses” à l’intérieur du produit qui peuvent être de force suffisante pour constituer un risque de choc éIectrique aux personnes.
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Précautions concernant la sécurité AVERTISSEMENT En cas de problème (ex: pas d’image) ou si le projecteur émet de la fumée ou une odeur de brûlé, coupez le courant et débranchez le cordon électrique de la prise. • Ne pas continuer d’utiliser le projecteur dans ces cas, autrement cela peut entraîner un incendie ou des chocs éIectriques.
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Précautions concernant la sécurité Ne pas placer le projecteur sur des surfaces instables. • Si le projecteur est placé sur une surface qui est inclinée ou instable, il risque de tomber ou de se renverser et cela peut causer des blessures ou des dommages. Ne pas placer le projecteur dans I’eau ou ne pas le laisser se mouiller.
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Ne pas court-circuiter, chauffer ou démonter la pile et ne pas la placer dans I’eau ou le feu. • Cela peut faire que la pile fuit, surchauffe, éclate ou prenne feu et causer des brûlures ou autres blessures. Lors de l’insertion de la pile, s’assurer que les polarités (+ et –) sont correctes. •...
Précautions pour la manipulation Précautions pour le transport S’assurer absolument que le capuchon d’objectif est en place pour transporter le projecteur ou le déplacer. Le projecteur et la lentille de projection sont fabriqués avec précision et, en tant que tels, sont sensibles aux vibrations et aux chocs.
Remplacement de la lampe Attention ! Le remplacement de la lampe ne doit être réalisé que par un technicien qualifié. Précautions pour le remplacement de la lampe Retirez la fiche du cordon d’alimentation et assurez-vous que la section qui entoure la lampe est refroidie. Soyez prudent en manipulant la lampe source de lumière.
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Remplacement de la lampe Procédure de remplacement de la lampe • Au bout de 1 500 heures (4 000 heures lorsque des blocs lampes longue durée sont utilisés) de Attention fonctionnement pour une même lampe, le projecteur ne peut plus fonctionner que pendant environ 10 minutes.
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Branchez la fiche du cordon d’falimentation dans la prise murale et actionnez l’finterrupteur MAIN POWER. Appuyez sur la touche “POWER” afin de projeter une image sur l’écran. MENU Appuyez sur la touche “MENU” pour afficher l’écran du IMAGE menu principal, puis utilisez les touches POSITION amener le curseur sur “OPTION2”...
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Professional/Industrial Video Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way 4E-7 Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 392-4443 3330 Cahuenga Blvd West Los Angels, CA 90068 (323) 436-3500 Technical Support: (800) 524-1448 (800) 526-6610 FAX: (201) 392-6514 E-Mail: pbtssupport@panasonic.com...