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Commercial Use PT-MZ882 Model No. PT-MZ782 PT-MZ682 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No. z for India WD: White model z for Taiwan BT: 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)
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Contents [DAYLIGHT VIEW] [AUDIO SETTING] [SHARPNESS] [FILTER COUNTER] [NOISE REDUCTION] [DC OUT] [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] [STATUS] [SYSTEM SELECTOR] [DATA CLONING] [SAVE ALL USER DATA] [POSITION] menu [LOAD ALL USER DATA] [SHIFT] [ASPECT] [HDMI CEC] [INITIALIZE] [ZOOM] [SERVICE PASSWORD] [CLOCK PHASE] [REALTIME KEYSTONE] [TEST PATTERN] menu [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] [TEST PATTERN]...
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Contents Using the data cloning function Copying the data to other projector via LAN Using HDMI CEC function Connecting a CEC-compatible device Setting the projector and CEC-compatible device Operating the CEC-compatible device with the projector remote control About the power link operations Updating the firmware Updating the firmware via LAN Chapter 6...
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
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Read this first! 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: MOUNT ABOVE THE HEADS OF CHILDREN.
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Read this first! 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.
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Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-MZ882W / PT-MZ882B / PT-MZ782W / PT-MZ782B / PT-MZ682W / PT-MZ682B 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: 855-772-8324 or projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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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.
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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-MZ882 ET-ELT22 PT-MZ782 Risk group 3 ET-ELT23...
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Read this first! 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. PT-MZ882 ET-ELT22 0.53 0.53 0.61 0.61 PT-MZ782 ET-ELT23 0.34...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Panasonic service center when disposing of this product. Customer care number (Toll free): 1800 103 1333 ,1800 108 1333 Please see the Panasonic website for further information on collection centers, etc. or call the customer care toll-free number. https://www.panasonic.com/in/corporate/e-waste-management.html Do's &...
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( x page 155). 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 MIT license, as well as the respective copyright notice thereof.
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*1 When [LIGHT POWER] is set to [QUIET], the noise level is 26 dB for PT-MZ882 and PT-MZ782, and 25 dB for PT-MZ682. 6. Select the input signal. Eco-friendly design ( x page 62) ▶...
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.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Cautions when transporting f When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. They may damage the internal components and result in malfunctions. f Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet. Cautions when installing r Do not set up the projector outdoors.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use r Projection in all 360° direction is possible. 360° 360° 360° 360° vertically 360° horizontally 360° tilted (combination of vertical and horizontal) 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.
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.
“Projector Network Setup Software”, visit the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ “Geometric & Setup Management Software” and “Projector Network Setup Software” can be downloaded from the following website (“Panasonic Professional Display and Projector Technical Support Website”). https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download from “Panasonic Professional Display and Projector...
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Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use r LCD panel The LCD panel is manufactured by a technology with extremely high precision, but there may be missing pixels or pixels that is constantly illuminated in a rare case. Note that these phenomenon are not malfunction. Also, a residual image may remain in the image of the LCD panel when a still image is projected for long time, and in such case, project the all white test pattern for 1 hour or longer.
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 India (N2QAYA000228) (K2CZ3YY00092) For Taiwan (K2CG3YY00145) Power cord (K2CM3YY00027)
The optional accessories compatible with the projector may be added or changed without prior notice. The optional accessories described in this document are as of May 2024. For the latest information, visit the following website. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ 28 - ENGLISH...
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector About your projector Remote control r Front r Top r Bottom Power < v / b > button [PROGRESS] is displayed while in automatic adjustment. ( v : Standby, b : Power on) ( x page 68) Sets the projector to the state where the projector is turned Also used to cancel operation during digital zoom.
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.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector r Top r Bottom Projection direction Remote control signal receiver (front) 12 <MAIN POWER> switch Turns on/off the main power. Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> 13 <AC IN> terminal Indicates the status of the power. Connect the supplied power cord.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector <ENTER> button asqw buttons Determines and executes an item in the menu screen. Selects an item in the menu screen, changes the setting, and adjusts the level. <INPUT SELECT> button Also used to enter a password in the [SECURITY] menu or enter Switches the input signal to project.
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 16 A 250 V 2P/3W 16 A 250 V...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Portrait setting and projecting forward Portrait setting and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item Setting value Menu item Setting value [FRONT/REAR] [FRONT] [FRONT/REAR] [REAR] Set in accordance with the image Set in accordance with the image [FLOOR/CEILING] [FLOOR/CEILING] to project.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Projected image and throw distance Install the projector referring to the projected image size, projection distance, etc. Attention f Before setting up, read “Precautions for use” ( x page 21). Figure of projected image and throw distance Projected image Screen L (LW/LT)
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] projection range [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from the side) [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from above) Screen Screen Vertical arc correction (viewed from the side) Horizontal arc correction (viewed from above) L2: Projection distance L2: Projection distance R2: Arc radius R2: Arc radius Screen...
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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 [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] is used, distance is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size. r When the screen aspect ratio is 16:10 (Unit: m) Fixed- Lens type...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect ratio is 16:9 (Unit: m) Fixed- Lens type Zoom Lens focus Lens Standard Projection lens Model No. zoom lens/ ET-ELW22 ET-ELU20 ET-ELW20 ET-ELT22 ET-ELT23 ET-ELW21 ET-ELS20 Throw ratio 1.61-2.76:1 0.787-0.984:1 0.330-0.353:1 1.21-1.66:1 2.73-4.49:1...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (Unit: m) Fixed- Lens type Zoom Lens focus Lens Standard Projection lens Model No. zoom lens/ ET-ELW22 ET-ELU20 ET-ELW20 ET-ELT22 ET-ELT23 ET-ELW21 ET-ELS20 Throw ratio 1.93-3.32:1 0.947-1.18:1 0.397-0.425:1 1.46-2.00:1...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect ratio is 21:9 (Unit: m) Fixed- Lens type Zoom Lens focus Lens Standard Projection lens Model No. zoom lens/ ET-ELW22 ET-ELU20 ET-ELW20 ET-ELT22 ET-ELT23 ET-ELW21 ET-ELS20 Throw ratio 1.61-2.76:1 0.788-0.985:1 0.330-0.354:1 1.22-1.67:1 2.73-4.49:1...
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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. All the units for the formula are m.
Do not turn the gear of the projection lens by hand. Doing so may damage the motor. 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.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Removing/attaching the projection lens Attaching the projection lens Attach the projection lens using the following procedure. Guide groove Guide Lens lock lever Holding position Top slide cover Lock Unlock Red dots Fig. 2 Fig. 1 Top slide cover attachment line Lens lock lever Lock...
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 Take note of the following points before connecting the cables. 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 Connecting example: Computers Control computer Computer Control computer Computer Attention f When connecting the projector to a computer or an external device, use the power cord supplied with each device and commercially available shielded cables. Note f Switching of the setting in the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu →...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK Twisted-pair-cable transmitter based on the communication standard HDBaseT such as the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) uses the twisted pair cable to transmit input images, audio, Ethernet, and serial control signal, and the projector can input such digital signal to the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
148.5 MHz) for the long-reach communication method. If this distance is exceeded, image may be disrupted or a malfunction may occur in LAN communication. Please note that Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. does not support the use of the projector outside the maximum transmission distance.
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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.
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 body to prevent it from being removed easily. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector While holding the power cord connector, pull out the power cord from the <AC IN> terminal of the projector. (Fig. 2) Power indicator Indicate the status of the power. Check the status of the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> before operating the projector.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Switching on the projector When using the optional projection lens, attach the projection lens before switching on the projector. Remove the lens cover first. Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the power plug to an outlet. Press the <ON>...
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, as well as when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → [ALL USER DATA] is executed, the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, and then the [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed followed by the [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen.
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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 35) 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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STORE Please set the user name and password. if not set, could not use the Web Control function and for communication control via a LAN (including Panasonic application software). MENU SELECT SUB MENU ENTER [PASSWORD POLICY] Displays the policies about the password for the administrator account.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector After entering the password, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. 10) Press as to select [STORE], and press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Press the <FOCUS> button again to adjust the focus. ( x page 63) 10) Press the <ZOOM> button again to adjust the zoom to match the projected image size to the screen. Note f When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Projecting Check the external device connection ( x page 46) and the power cord connection ( x page 52), and turn on the power ( x page 54) to start projection. Select the image to project, and adjust appearance of the projected image.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting INPUT SELECT COMPUTER HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 DIGITAL LINK SELECT ENTER Press as to select the input for projection, and press the <ENTER> button. Note f The input can also be switched by pressing the <INPUT SELECT> button while the input selection screen is displayed. The input will switch each time you press the <INPUT SELECT>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting Setting the lens type When the projector is used for the first time or when the projection lens is replaced, confirm the [LENS TYPE] setting. Change the setting if the type does not match the projection lens attached to the projector. Press the <MENU>...
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 position of the projected image in the home position (standard projection position). Following illustration indicates the lens shift range when the projector is installed on desk/floor.
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 and audio temporarily.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume of audio output. button Press the <VOL-> button/<VOL+> button on the remote control. <VOL+> Increases the volume. <VOL-> Decreases the volume. Note f This operation can be also performed using qw on the control panel. Using the freeze function The projected image can be paused and audio can be turned off regardless of the playback of the external device.
. Up to three correction data can be saved. [PC-3] *1 “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/). It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download. f The items will also switch by pressing the <SCREEN ADJ> button.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Press the <ENTER> button. f The [KEYSTONE] screen, the [CORNER CORRECTION] screen, or the [CURVED CORRECTION] screen is displayed. Note f To adjust [KEYSTONE] or [CURVED CORRECTION], press as to select the item to adjust, and press qw to adjust the item. f To adjust [CORNER CORRECTION], press as to select the item to adjust.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Switching the image aspect ratio Switch the image aspect ratio according to the input. button Press the <ASPECT> button. f The setting will change each time you press the button. Note f Refer to the [POSITION] menu →...
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-MZ882 SERIAL NUMBER SW1234567 PROJECTOR RUNTIME LIGHT RUNTIME CONTINUOUS LIGHTING TIME 1h 23m MAIN/SUB VERSION 1.00 / 1.00...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Setting ID number of the remote control When you use the multiple projectors together, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using a single remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector. After setting the ID number of the projector, set same ID number on the remote control.
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.
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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 The following items are in the main menu. When a main menu item is selected, the screen changes to a sub-menu selection screen. Main menu item Page [PICTURE] [POSITION] [ADVANCED MENU] [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] [DISPLAY OPTION] [PROJECTOR SETUP] [TEST PATTERN]...
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Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation [ADVANCED MENU] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] [AUTO] [BLANKING] ― [INPUT RESOLUTION] ― [EDGE BLENDING] [OFF] [CLAMP POSITION] [24] [RASTER POSITION] ― *1 Depends on the signal input. Note f The factory default setting varies depending on the selected input terminal. [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] Details ( x page 95) [DISPLAY OPTION]...
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Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Sub-menu item Factory default Page [FILTER COUNTER] ― [DC OUT] [ON] [STATUS] ― [DATA CLONING] ― [SAVE ALL USER DATA] ― [LOAD ALL USER DATA] ― [HDMI CEC] [ON] [INITIALIZE] ― [SERVICE PASSWORD] ― [TEST PATTERN] Details ( x page 133) [SIGNAL LIST] Details ( x page 134)
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 74) 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 [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 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> button. f The [WHITE BALANCE HIGH] screen or the [WHITE BALANCE LOW] screen is displayed. Press as to select [RED], [GREEN], or [BLUE].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment Press w . The intermediate tome becomes brighter. -8 - +7 Press q . The intermediate tone becomes darker. [DAYLIGHT VIEW] You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. Press as to select [DAYLIGHT VIEW].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] Light adjustment of the light source and signal compensation are performed automatically according to the image to make the contrast optimum for the image. Press as to select [DYNAMIC CONTRAST]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press as to select a system format. f Available system formats vary depending on the input signal. Terminal System format 576/50p signal Select [RGB] or [YC <COMPUTER IN> terminal 640 x 480/60 or 480/60p signal Select [640x480/60], [480/60p YC ], or [480/60p RGB].
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 74) 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/ LAN>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [NORMAL] Displays images without changing the aspect ratio of the input signals. [NATIVE] Displays images without changing the resolution of the input signals. Display images by converting the aspect ratio to 16:9 when the standard signal is input .
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press as to select [MODE]. Press qw to switch the item. [INTERNAL] Enlarges the size within the aspect range set with [SCREEN FORMAT]. [FULL] Enlarges or reduces the size using the entire display area set with [SCREEN FORMAT]. Press as to select [INTERLOCKED].
Software”* . Up to three correction data can be saved. [PC-3] *1 “Geometric & Setup Management Software” can be downloaded from the website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/). It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download. Setting [KEYSTONE] or [CURVED CORRECTION] Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [CURVED CORRECTION] [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] [VERTICAL ARC] [HORIZONTAL ARC] [VERTICAL BALANCE] [HORIZONTAL BALANCE] [MAINTAIN ASPECT RATIO] Select [ON] to correct while keeping the aspect ratio. Setting [CORNER CORRECTION] Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT]. Press qw to select [CORNER CORRECTION].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Adjusting to desired linearity Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT]. Press qw to select [CORNER CORRECTION]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CORNER CORRECTION] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LINEARITY]. Press qw to select [MANUAL]. Press the <ENTER>...
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 74) for the operation of the menu screen. [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] You can increase the vertical resolution and enhance the picture quality by performing cinema processing when the 1080/50i, 1080/60i signals are input.
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu [INPUT RESOLUTION] You can adjust the image to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. Press as to select [INPUT RESOLUTION]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [INPUT RESOLUTION] screen is displayed. Press as to select [TOTAL DOTS], [DISPLAY DOTS], [TOTAL LINES], or [DISPLAY LINES], and press qw to adjust each item.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Press qw to switch to [ON]. f A marker for image position adjustment is displayed. The position where the red and green lines overlap for the projectors to be joined will be the optimal point. Make sure to set the correction width for the projectors to be joined with the same value.
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu [BLACK BORDER WIDTH] (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 f [BRIGHTNESS ADJUST] is a function that makes the increased brightness in black level of the overlapping image area difficult to notice when [EDGE BLENDING] is used to structure a multi-display screen.
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 74) 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 74) 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 [SCREEN SETTING] Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and the display position of the image. Correct to the optimum image position for the set screen when the aspect ratio of a projected image is changed. Set as necessary for the screen in use.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [USER] Select this when receiving a signal with a special horizontal resolution (number of display dots). f Proceed to Step 7) when [DEFAULT] or [WIDE] is selected. f Proceed to Step 5) when [USER] is selected. Press as to select [DISPLAY DOTS], and press qw to match [DISPLAY DOTS] to the horizontal resolution of the signal source.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DEFAULT] Standard setting. [SCREEN FIT] Changes the EDID data according to the [SCREEN FORMAT] setting. [USER] Sets the [RESOLUTION] and [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] items as EDID. f Proceed to Step 10) when [DEFAULT] or [SCREEN FIT] is selected. Press the <ENTER>...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting [EDID SELECT] in [HDMI IN] Press as to select [HDMI IN]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [HDMI IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [EDID SELECT] of [HDMI1], [HDMI2] or [HDMI3]. Press qw to switch the item.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Note f Settings in [RESOLUTION] and [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] are displayed in the [HDMI IN] screen. f Setting of the resolution and the vertical scanning frequency may be necessary on the computer or video device in use. f The computer, video device, or projector in use may require the power to be turned off and on again after setting.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [EDID MODE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL LINK] screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [DEFAULT] Standard setting.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Sets to the center right of the screen. Sets to the bottom right of the screen. Sets to the upper left of the screen. Setting [OSD SIZE] Set the display size of the menu screen (OSD). Press as to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting [OSD MEMORY] Set hold for the position of the menu screen (OSD) cursor. Press as to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen is displayed. Press as to select [OSD MEMORY]. Press qw to switch the item.
Displays the entire projection area in blue. [BLACK] Displays the entire projection area in black. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. Note f To create and register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the website (https:// panasonic.net/cns/projector/).
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [UNIFORMITY] Correct the brightness unevenness and color unevenness of the entire screen. Setting [USER CORRECTION] Correct the brightness unevenness and color unevenness of the entire screen as desired. Press as to select [UNIFORMITY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [UNIFORMITY] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Initializing adjustments for [USER CORRECTION] Return the color unevenness settings of all adjustment areas in the specified [ADJUSTMENT LEVEL] to the factory default values. Press as to select [UNIFORMITY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [UNIFORMITY] screen is displayed. Press as to select [USER CORRECTION].
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Item Adjustment [OFF] Does not set fade-in or fade-out. [FADE-IN] Sets the fade-in or fade-out time. [FADE-OUT] [0.5s] - [10.0s] Select an item from [0.5s] - [4.0s], [5.0s], [7.0s], or [10.0s]. [0.5s] - [4.0s] can be selected in increments of 0.5. Note f If the <SHUTTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting the countdown timer Press as to select [P-TIMER]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [P-TIMER] screen is displayed. Press as to select [TIMER]. Press qw to set the time. f The time can be set from 1 minute to 180 minutes in one-minute interval. f The factory default setting is 10 minutes.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DIGITAL ZOOM] (Only for computer signals input) Press as to select [DIGITAL ZOOM]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL ZOOM] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to adjust the magnification factor. f The magnification factor can be adjusted from 1.0 times to 3.0 times in 0.1 intervals. Press the <ENTER>...
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 74) 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 [ECO MANAGEMENT] Set [ECO MANAGEMENT] to reduce the power consumption and enhance the life of the light source. Setting [LIGHT POWER] Press as to select [ECO MANAGEMENT]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ECO MANAGEMENT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [LIGHT POWER].
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The no signal lights-out function is disabled in following cases. 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 [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 [ECO MANAGEMENT].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], the network function and the audio output function cannot be used during standby. Also, some RS-232C commands cannot be used. f When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], it takes longer for the projection to start after the power is turned on, compared to when set to [NORMAL].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [COMPUTER] Sets the input to COMPUTER. [HDMI1] Sets the input to HDMI1. [HDMI2] Sets the input to HDMI2. [HDMI3] Sets the input to HDMI3. [DIGITAL LINK] Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK. Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of the DIGITAL LINK output supported device [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] to the specified input.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f To set the date and time automatically, the projector must be connected to the network. f If synchronization with the NTP server fails just after [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] is set to [ON], [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] will return to [OFF].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) Press as to select a [COMMAND]. f For [COMMAND] which requires detailed settings, the items of the detailed settings will switch each time you press qw . f When [INPUT] is selected, press the <ENTER> button, and then press asqw to select the input to be set.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] Set the contrast synchronization function and the shutter synchronization function. The contrast synchronization function is a function to display a combined screen with a balanced contrast by sharing the brightness level of the image signal input to each projector when a multi-display is constructed by combining the projected image of multiple projectors.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Setting the shutter synchronization function Press as to select [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] screen is displayed. Press as to select [MODE]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
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Using the control command for the existing projector Set this function when using the control command for previously purchased Panasonic projector to control this projector with a computer using the <SERIAL/MULTI SYNC IN> terminal on the projector. The existing Panasonic projector control software, etc., can continually be used.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [EZ570 SERIES] EZ570 series, EW630 series, EW530 series, EX600 series, EX500 series [VW431D] VW431D series Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. [REMOTE2 MODE] Set the <REMOTE 2 IN>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [ET-ELW21] Select this item when the Fixed-focus Lens (Model No.: ET-ELW21) is attached to the projector. [ET-ELW22] Select this item when the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-ELW22) is attached to the projector. [ET-ELW20] Select this item when the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-ELW20) is attached to the projector. [ET-ELT22] Select this item when the Zoom Lens (Model No.: ET-ELT22) is attached to the projector.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment Press w . Increases the volume. 0 - 63 Press q . Decreases the volume. Setting audio output in the standby mode Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [COMPUTER] Sets the audio to output when COMPUTER is input. [HDMI1] Sets the audio to output when HDMI1 is input. [HDMI2] Sets the audio to output when HDMI2 is input. [HDMI3] Sets the audio to output when HDMI3 is input. [DIGITAL LINK] Sets the audio to output when DIGITAL LINK is input.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FILTER COUNTER] screen is displayed. Press as to select [FILTER COUNTER RESET]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f Display of [FILTER COUNTER] will change to [0 H].
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*1 The temperature status is indicated with text color (green/yellow/red) and bar scale. Use the projector within the range that the indication is green. *2 Only for PT-MZ882 and PT-MZ782. *3 The angle value displayed is relative to the benchmark (zero calibration reset state / zero calibration implementation state) selected on the [ANGLE MONITOR] screen.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f The [ANGLE MONITOR] screen is displayed. ANGLE MONITOR - 20° + 20° +150 +150 +160 +160 +170 +170 -170 -170 -160 -160 -150 -150 ZERO CALIBRATION RESET RETURN Press the <ENTER> button or the <DEFAULT> button. f The angle benchmark will switch each time you press the button.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LOAD ALL USER DATA] Load the various setting values saved as a backup in the built-in memory of the projector. Press as to select [LOAD ALL USER DATA]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SECURITY PASSWORD] screen is displayed. Enter a security password and press the <ENTER>...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f If no CEC-compatible device is connected to <HDMI IN 1>, <HDMI IN 2> or <HDMI IN 3> terminal, there is no device displayed at [HDMI 1], [HDMI 2] or [HDMI 3] and [----] is displayed. f To exit the HDMI CEC operation screen, press the <RETURN>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Disables the power link operation from the CEC-compatible device to the projector. [DISABLE] Select this if you do not want the power status of the projector to react to the CEC-compatible device. Enables power-on link operation.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f The following settings are not initialized even if [ALL USER DATA] is executed. g The [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [STANDBY MODE] g The [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [LENS] → [LENS TYPE] f When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
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 74) for the operation of the menu screen. [TEST PATTERN] Display the test pattern built-in to the projector. Settings of position, size, and other factors will not be reflected in test patterns.
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 74) for the operation of the menu screen. r Registered signal details Memory number: A1 (1-2) 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 Example: a signal to be input that corresponds to memory numbers A2, A4 and B1 will be determined to be B1. f When a registration signal is deleted, the settings are also deleted. f In an environment where multiple types of signals are input to the same terminal, signals are sometimes not determined correctly when the setting is set to [WIDE].
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 74) 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>...
Displays the image registered by the user. Note f To create and register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the website (https:// panasonic.net/cns/projector/). [TEXT CHANGE] Edit the text to be displayed when [TEXT] is selected in [DISPLAY SETTING].
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] Enable/disable the button operations on the control panel and the remote control. Press as to select [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] screen is displayed. Press as to select [CONTROL PANEL] or [REMOTE CONTROL]. [CONTROL PANEL] Sets the limitation on the control from the control panel.
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press qw to switch the item. [ENABLE] Enables button operations. [DISABLE] Disables button operations. f When [INPUT SELECT BUTTON] is selected in Step 7), pressing the <MENU> button returns to the [CONTROL PANEL] screen or the [REMOTE CONTROL] screen once the item is switched. Press as to select [APPLY], and press the <ENTER>...
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 74) for the operation of the menu screen. [ETHERNET TYPE] Set the path for transmitting the Ethernet signal.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Possible communication modes l : Communication possible ―: Communication not possible Communication possible Setting Video transfer Video transfer Ethernet RS-232C (100 m (328'1")) (150 m (492'2")) For DIGITAL LINK ― [AUTO] For long reach ― For Ethernet ―...
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/LAN>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Note f The factory default of the projector name is “Namexxxx”. xxxx is the four digit number assigned for each product. [NETWORK STATUS] Display the status of the projector network. Press as to select [NETWORK STATUS]. Press the <ENTER>...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press asqw to select a character, and press the <ENTER> button. f Up to 16 characters can be entered. After entering the user name, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PASSWORD], and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu f Enter a new user name. f Enter the current user name if you do not want to change it. f Up to 16 characters can be entered. 11) After entering the user name, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu f The [PASSWORD] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select a character, and press the <ENTER> button. f Enter the password of the administrator account. After entering the password, press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [COMMAND PROTECT] screen is displayed.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu f The [PJLink PASSWORD] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PASSWORD] under [CURRENT], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [PASSWORD] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select a character, and press the <ENTER> button. f Enter the current password.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the PJLink notification function. [ON] Enables the PJLink notification function. f If [ON] is selected, proceed to Step 5). Press as to select [NOTIFIED IP ADDRESS 1] or [NOTIFIED IP ADDRESS 2].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu For the channel definitions used for controlling the projector with the Art-Net function, refer to “Using Art-Net function” ( x page 191). Press as to select [Art-Net]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [Art-Net] screen is displayed. Press as to select [Art-Net CHANNEL SETTING].
Smart Projector Control This application software sets and adjusts the projector connected via LAN using a smartphone or a tablet. For details or downloading application software, visit the 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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For twisted-pair-cable transmitters of other manufacturers that the operation has been verified with this projector, visit the website (https:// panasonic.net/cns/projector/). 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 5 Operations — Network connection Note f To connect to an existing network, perform after consulting your network administrator. r Factory default setting f Following is preset as the factory default setting. [DHCP] [IP ADDRESS] 192.168.0.8 [SUBNET MASK] 255.255.255.0 [DEFAULT GATEWAY] 192.168.0.1 [DNS1]/[DNS2] None...
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 g Digits g Symbols (~!@#$%^&*()_+\|}{][<>.,/?`) In [Password(Retype)], re-enter the password entered in Step 4). Click [Change]. f Setting of the administrator account is completed. Enter the user name and password on 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.
*1 Even if you have not set an administrator account, you can confirm the license from the [Set up password] page that appears when you access the projector. Descriptions of items License PT-MZ882 Page tab [Detailed set up] Switches pages by clicking this item.
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Displays the temperature status of light source 1. Displays the setting status of [LIGHT POWER]. 17 [LIGHT TEMPERATURE2] [PICTURE MODE] (Only for PT-MZ882 and PT-MZ782) Displays the setting status of [PICTURE MODE]. Displays the temperature status of light source 2. 18 [LIGHT] [SERIAL NUMBER] Displays the serial number of the projector.
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. License [Mail error log] page Click [Status] →...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [OSD] [INPUT SELECT] Switches on (display)/off (hide) the on-screen display function. Switches the input signal. [SYSTEM] Switches the system method. On-screen display of the projector Displays the same items as shown on the on-screen display of the projector.
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Detailed set up] [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. f Click [Network config] to display the [CAUTION!] screen. f Click the [Next] button to display the current settings. f Click the [Change] button to display the setting change screen. License [PROJECTOR NAME] [DNS2]...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] [Date] Set to [ON] when setting the date and time automatically. Enter the date to be changed. [NTP SERVER NAME] [Time] Enter the IP address or server name of the NTP server when you Enter the time to be changed.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [E-mail set up] page When there is a problem or the runtime of the light source reaches the preset value, an E-mail can be sent to previously set E-mail addresses (up to two addresses). Click [Detailed set up] →...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Authentication set up] page Set the authentication items when POP authentication or SMTP authentication is necessary to send an E-mail. Click [Detailed set up] → [Authentication set up]. License Network security Crestron tools [Auth] [Password] Select the authentication method specified by your Internet Enter the password for the POP server or the SMTP server.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function Contents of E-mail sent 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. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-MZ882 Serial No...
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Crestron tools] page Set the information required to connect the Crestron control system to the projector. Click [Detailed set up] → [Crestron tools]. License Network security Eco management Crestron tools [Port] [IP Address] Set the IP address of the control system. Set the port number of the control system.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [New] [OK] [User name]: Determines the change of password. Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Password]: Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Password(Retype)]: Enter the desired new password again.
Chapter 5 Operations — Web control function [Set up password] (when accessed by standard user account) The password of the standard user account can be changed. License [Old Password] [Retype] Enter the current password. Enter the desired new password again. [OK] [New Password] Enter the desired new password.
Note f The data cloning function will not operate when the models of the projectors are different. For example, data of PT-MZ882 can be copied to other PT-MZ882 projectors, but it can not be copied to PT-MZ782. 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 To select multiple projectors, repeat Steps 8) to 9). 10) Press the <DEFAULT> button on the remote control. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 11) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f Copy of the data between the projectors is started.
Chapter 5 Operations — Using HDMI CEC function Using HDMI CEC function HDMI CEC function allows to operate the CEC-compatible device with the projector remote control and allows the power on/off link operations between the projector and CEC-compatible device. Connecting a CEC-compatible device Connect a CEC-compatible device to the <HDMI IN 1>...
Chapter 5 Operations — Using HDMI CEC function Displays the device name to be operated. [POWER] Switch on/off the device. [MENU] Call up the operation menu of the CEC-compatible device. [RETURN] Returns the operation menu of the CEC-compatible device to the previous screen.
The firmware of the projector can be updated via LAN. 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 website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/). f File name (example): FirmUpdateTool_MZ882_101.zip (Update tool for the PT-MZ882/PT-MZ782/PT-MZ682 with main version 1.01) Confirming the setting of the projector Confirm the setting of the projector to be updated in advance.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware f The firmware update tool (executable file in exe format) is generated. File name (example): FirmUpdateTool_MZ882_101.exe Double-click the executable file generated by extracting. f The update tool is started up, and the confirmation screen is displayed. Confirm the status of the projector.
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Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware 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 → [NETWORK STATUS] → [IP ADDRESS] [Command Port] The [NETWORK] menu →...
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Chapter 5 Operations — Updating the firmware 10) Click [Start]. f Update is started. f The temperature indicator <TEMP> and the light source indicator <LIGHT> on the projector blink red alternately while updating. f Elapsed time and rough progress can be confirmed in the update status display screen. The required time is approximately 15 minutes.
Maintenance Chapter 6 This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the units. 178 - ENGLISH...
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 light source indicator <LIGHT>/temperature indicator <TEMP>/filter indicator <FILTER> will inform you by illuminating or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and take following measures.
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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 (standby Status Internal temperature is high (warning). The cooling fan has stopped. status). f Is the intake/exhaust vent 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 52, 61) f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” ( x page 61).
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement 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 of the arrow.
Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Resetting the filter counter Turn on the power of the projector. Press the <MENU> button on the remote control or control panel. f The [MAIN MENU] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PROJECTOR SETUP]. Press the <ENTER>...
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Attention f When switching on the projector, make sure that the air filter unit is attached. If it is not attached, the projector will suck in dirt and dust causing a malfunction. f When the projector is used without attaching the air filter unit, the filter indicator <FILTER> will blink red, and a message is displayed on the projected image for approximately 30 seconds.
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 Are the connections between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and an external device, ― and between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and projector correctly done? Cannot control the projector with Art-Net. f Is [Art-Net SETUP] set to other than [OFF]? f Are [NET], [SUB NET], [UNIVERSE], and [START ADDRESS] set correctly? 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,...
Chapter 6 Maintenance — [SELF TEST] display [SELF TEST] display [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.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance — [SELF TEST] display r Measure for error and warning Action Measure number The operating environment temperature is too high. Use the projector in an appropriate operating environment temperature The operating environment temperature is too low. Use the projector in an appropriate operating environment temperature Battery replacement is required.
Returns the name set tin the [NETWORK] menu → [PROJECTOR NAME? Projector name query xxxxx NAME]. Manufacturer name INF1? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query PT-MZ882 INF2? Model name query PT-MZ782 Returns model name. PT-MZ682 Other information INF0? xxxxx Returns information such as version number.
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Parameter/response Class Command Control details Remark string SVER ? Software version query xxxxxxxxx Returns version number. 11 / COMPUTER 31 / HDMI1 Input terminal name INNM ? 32 / HDMI2 Returns input terminal name. query 33 / HDMI3 34 / DIGITAL LINK...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Control details Channel [USER] CHANNEL10 NONE NONE NONE CHANNEL11 ENABLE / DISABLE ENABLE / DISABLE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 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 FUNCTION SELECT (when [Art-Net CHANNEL SETTING] is set to [1]) Operate together with LENS CONTROL. Performance Parameter Default value No operation 0-15 LENS H SHIFT 16-31 LENS V SHIFT 32-47 LENS FOCUS 48-63 LENS ZOOM 64-79...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information r SCREEN ADJUSTMENT Performance Parameter Default value 0-15 KEYSTONE 16-31 CURVED CORRECTION 32-47 PC-1 48-63 PC-2 64-79 PC-3 80-95 CORNER CORRECTION 96-111 No operation 112-255 r FREEZE Performance Parameter Default value No operation 0-31 32-95 No operation 96-159 160-223...
“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 website (https:// panasonic.net/cns/projector/). Control commands via LAN The projector can be controlled via the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information xxxxxx User name of the administrator account yyyyy Password of the administrator account zzzzzzzz 8-byte random number obtained in Step 2) Command transmission method Transmit using the following command formats. r Transmitted data Termination Header Data section symbol Command...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Check the response from the projector. Termination Data section Blank Mode symbol Command “NTCONTROL” ‘ ’ ‘0’ (CR) example (ASCII string) 0x20 0x30 0x0d Data length 9 bytes 1 byte 1 byte 1 byte f Mode: 0 = Non-protect mode f Example: Response during non-protect mode “NTCONTROL 0”...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Communication flow between the server and the client When sending / receiving commands via LAN, refer to the communication flow shown below. Server: the projector Client: the control device such as a computer Client Server Connection query Sending key Send first command...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Note f The destination of [RS-232C] ( x page 120) must be set according to the connection method. f When connecting using a DIGITAL LINK compatible device, set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [STANDBY MODE] to [NORMAL] to control the projector in the standby mode.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Basic format Transmission from the computer starts with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. ID designate ZZ, 01 to 64 (2 bytes) End (1 byte) Parameter (undefined length)
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information Cable specification When connected to a computer NC NC Projector Computer NC NC (<SERIAL/MULTI SYNC IN> terminal) (DTE specifications) NC NC NC NC Control command The following table lists the commands that can be used to control the projector using a computer. r Projector control command Parameter/response Command...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal The projector can be remotely controlled (contact control) by the control board that is located far away from the projector where the signal from the remote control does not reach. Use the <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal on the connecting terminals of the projector to connect to the control board. Remote control Contact control Remote control/contact control...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Technical information <COMPUTER IN> terminal pin assignment and signal name Outside view Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name +5 V (10) (11) (15) (11) ― (12) DDC data (10) (13) SYNC/HD (14) (15) DDC clock <MONITOR OUT>...
1.02 m (40") to 10.16 m (400") Screen size 1.52 m (60") to 10.16 m (400") with ET-ELW22 2.54 m (100") to 10.16 m (400") with ET-ELU20 PT-MZ882 8 200 lm When [PICTURE MODE] is set to [DYNAMIC] and [LIGHT PT-MZ782...
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<REMOTE 2 IN> terminal D-Sub 9 p x 1, for contact control <DC OUT> terminal USB connector (type A) x 1, for power supply only (DC 5 V, maximum 2 A) PT-MZ882 34 dB When [LIGHT POWER] in [ECO MANAGEMENT] is set to PT-MZ782 [NORMAL] or [ECO].
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100 V - 240 V ~ (100 V - 240 V alternating current), 50 Hz/60 Hz (for other countries and regions) 4.4 A (for Taiwan) PT-MZ882 5.0 A - 2.0 A (for other countries and regions) 4.1 A (for Taiwan)
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Dimensions Unit: mm (inch) 561 (22-3/32") 281 (11-1/16") 326 (12-27/32") 470 (18-1/2") * The above dimensions are obtained when the standard zoom lens is attached. ENGLISH - 207...
Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications List of compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals compatible with the projector. This projector supports the signal with l in the compatible signal column. f The content of the signal type column is as follows. g V: Video signal g C: Computer signal Scanning freq.
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Compatible signal Signal name Resolution Dot clock Signal type Horizontal Vertical DIGITAL (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) freq. (MHz) COMPUTER HDMI (kHz) (Hz) LINK 1680 x 1050/50 1 680 x 1 050 54.1 50.0 119.5 1680 x 1050/60 1 680 x 1 050 65.3...
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Chapter 7 Appendix — Specifications Scanning freq. Plug and play compatible signal Dot clock Signal name Resolution freq. HDMI DIGITAL LINK Horizontal Vertical (SIGNAL FORMAT) (Dots) COMPUTER (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 4K/60P 4K/30P 2K 4K/60P 4K/30P 4 096 x 2 160 112.5 50.0 297.0 ―...
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) 69 (2-23/32") 100 (3-15/16") 354 (13-15/16") 371 (14-19/32") 476 (18-3/4") 212 - ENGLISH...
Index Index [ECO MANAGEMENT] ........112 [EDGE BLENDING] ..........92 Accessories ............27 <ON SCREEN> button <ENTER> button <AC IN> terminal ..........31 Remote control .........29, 67 Projector body ..........32 [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] .......144 [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] ........102 Remote control .........29, 74 [ADVANCED MENU] ........77, 91 On-screen menu ..........74 [ETHERNET TYPE] ..........141 Air filter unit............181...
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Index <STATUS> button Remote control .........29, 71 Sub memory .............136 Switching off the projector ........61 Switching on the projector ........54 [SYSTEM SELECTOR] ........83 Temperature indicator ........179 [TEST PATTERN] ........78, 133 <TEST PATTERN> button Remote control .........29, 70 [TEXT CHANGE] ..........138 [TINT] ..............80 Troubleshooting ..........185 [UNIFORMITY] ..........106...
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4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Importer: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany English Authorized Representative in EU: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Производител: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Япония...
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4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japón Importador: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Alemania Español Representante Autorizado para la UE: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburgo, Alemania Fabriqué par : Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd.
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4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Importør: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Norsk Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Tyskland Autorisert representant i EU: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Tyskland Wyprodukowano przez: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd.
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