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Commercial Use
ET-FMP50
ET-FMP20
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- Page 1 ET-FMP50 Model No. ET-FMP20 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. ■ Before using this product, be sure to read “Read this first!” ( pages 3 to 8).
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Read this first! Chapter 5 Appendix Maintenance Chapter 1 Getting Started Before maintenance Maintenance Precautions for use Troubleshooting Intended use of the product About the Self-Diagnostics Display Cautions when transporting Measures to take for errors and warnings Cautions when installing Specifications Requests regarding security Dimensions... -
Page 3: Read This First
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: 1. Remove the plug from the mains socket when this unit is not in use for a prolonged period of time. 2. To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. - Page 4 FCC NOTICE (USA) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: ET-FMP50 / ET-FMP20 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.
- Page 5 Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. 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.
- Page 6 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 device in these conditions will result in fire or electric shock. f If foreign objects or water get inside the device, cut off the power supply.
- Page 7 Read this first! WARNING: r ON USE/INSTALLATION Do not place the device on soft materials such as carpets or sponge mats. Doing so will cause the device to overheat, which can cause burns, fire or damage to the device. Do not set up the device in humid or dusty places or in places where the device may come into contact with oily smoke or steam.
- Page 8 Read this first! CAUTION: r POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result. When not using the device for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
- Page 9 Web browser. For details, refer to “Using the web control function” (x page 31). For at least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. will give to any third party...
- Page 10 To download “Geometry Manager Pro for FMP series” and for details on the supported cameras, log in to PASS on the following website and visit the download page for the software. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ Various playback functions ▶ Functions are included to play back still image and movie content saved to the internal storage according to schedules that you have created .
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Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Getting Started Chapter 1 This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using this device. ENGLISH - 11... -
Page 12: Precautions For Use
Chapter 1 Getting Started — Precautions for use Precautions for use Intended use of the product This device is intended to play back video content without using a computer to transmit its video and audio signals to a projector. Cautions when transporting f When transporting this device, avoid excessive vibration and impacts. -
Page 13: Requests Regarding Security
Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. f Change your password periodically. f Note that Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. or its affiliate companies will never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge your password in the event that you receive such any inquiry. -
Page 14: Storage
Chapter 1 Getting Started — Precautions for use Storage When storing the device, store it in a dry room. Disposal To dispose of the product, ask your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal. Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your device. Numbers enclosed in < > show the number of accessories. -
Page 15: About Your Device
Chapter 1 Getting Started — About your device About your device Main body rFront rRear Power indicator <POWER> <AUDIO OUT> terminal Indicates the status of the device. This terminal is for outputting audio signals. <RESET> button <LAN> terminal This button initializes the network settings. This terminal is for connecting to a network. - Page 16 Chapter 1 Getting Started — About your device rSides Rack mounting bracket attachment position Connection angle bracket attachment position Use these three screw holes to mount the device to a rack. Use these three screw holes to connect two devices (x page 19) horizontally.
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Page 17: Chapter 2 Preparation
Preparation Chapter 2 This chapter describes things you need to do before using this device, such as the setup and connections. ENGLISH - 17... -
Page 18: Setting Up
Chapter 2 Preparation — Setting up Setting up Before setting up f When setting up the device, do so while the AC adapter and external devices are disconnected. f Be sure to fix the cables and supplied AC adapter to be connected to the device to the rack, truss, etc. so that the weight of the cables and AC adapter will not be directly applied to the device. - Page 19 Chapter 2 Preparation — Setting up Mounting one device When mounting one device in a rack, use a separately sold Rack Mounting Kit (model no.: ET-PKFMJ1). Rack mounting brackets Attach the rack mounting brackets. f Attach the rack mounting brackets of the Rack Mounting Kit (model no.: ET-PKFMJ1) to the rack mounting bracket attachment positions on the left and right sides of the device.
- Page 20 Chapter 2 Preparation — Setting up Mounting two devices When mounting two devices connected horizontally in a rack, use a separately sold Rack Mounting Kit (model no.: ET-PKFMJ2). Rack mounting bracket Connection angle bracket Connection plate Attach the rack mounting bracket. f Attach a rack mounting bracket (1) of the Rack Mounting Kit (model no.: ET-PKFMJ2) to a rack mounting bracket attachment position on a side of the device.
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Page 21: Installing In A High Place
Chapter 2 Preparation — Setting up Attach the brackets to the second device. f In the same way as for the first device, attach the rack mounting bracket (1) and connection angle brackets (2) to the side opposite that of each of step 1) and step 2). f Securely fix them in place with a Phillips screwdriver using the 9 supplied screws (M3x6) of the Rack Mounting Kit (model no.: ET-PKFMJ2). - Page 22 Chapter 2 Preparation — Setting up r How to attach brackets (example) Attach the L-shaped brackets. f Attach the acquired L-shaped brackets to the rack mounting bracket attachment positions on the left and right sides of the device. f Use the acquired M3 screws (3 per bracket attachment position) to securely fix the L-shaped brackets to the device.
- Page 23 Chapter 2 Preparation — Setting up Attaching a drop prevention wire When installing a device in a high place, such as attaching it to a truss, be sure to attach a commercially available drop prevention wire. r Drop prevention wire Acquire a drop prevention wire capable of preventing the dropping of this product (including the AC adapter) yourself.
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Page 24: Connecting
Chapter 2 Preparation — Connecting Connecting Before connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions of the external devices to be connected with this device. 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 cause a malfunction. g When connecting a cable to this device or to an external device to be connected with this device, touch a nearby metal object to discharge the static from your body before holding the cable. -
Page 25: Chapter 3 Basic Operations
Basic Operations Chapter 3 This chapter describes basic operations to start with. ENGLISH - 25... -
Page 26: Turning On/Off The Device
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Turning on/off the device Turning on/off the device This device does not have a power switch. When you connect the AC adapter to the device and connect the power cord to the outlet, power is supplied to the unit and operation starts. When you have finished using the device, remove the power plug from the outlet. - Page 27 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Turning on/off the device (iv) (iv) When the plug is connected vertically When the plug is connected horizontally Fig. 3 Connect the power cord and AC adapter (Fig. 1). f Securely insert the connector of the power cord all the way into the AC adapter. (i) f Securely insert the plug of the AC adapter all the way into the <DC IN>...
- Page 28 Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Turning on/off the device Removing procedure Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Remove the AC adapter securing bracket (Fig. 1). f Remove the screw securing the AC adapter securing bracket and then remove the AC adapter securing bracket.
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Page 29: Power Indicator
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Turning on/off the device Power indicator You can check the status of the device from the power indicator <POWER> on the front of the device. Lighting state Status of device The power plug of the AC adapter is not connected to an outlet. Or, the power to the outlet has been shut off. Operating. -
Page 30: Chapter 4 Settings And Operation
Settings and Operation Chapter 4 This chapter describes the settings of the device and how to use the functions. -
Page 31: Using The Web Control Function
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function Using the web control function This device is equipped with a network function, which enables the following to be performed by accessing the device from a computer. f Setting the device f Displaying the status of the device f Setting and operating the playback functions f Updating the firmware... - Page 32 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function r Image of operation Streaming distribution This device (Primary) Local area network This device (Secondary) • Web control • Geometric and setup management • Creating and outputting Computer scheduled playback data Projectors...
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Page 33: Setup
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function Setup The network settings are preset on the device. When using the device for the first time or when the network settings of the device have been initialized, you need to change the settings according to the network environment to be connected for operation. - Page 34 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function f The login screen may be hidden by another window that is already open. If that happens, minimize the window in the foreground to display the login screen. 10) Enter the user name and password of the account. 11) Click [Sign in] or [OK].
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Page 35: Accessing From The Web Browser
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function 15) Change the network settings. f Change the setting of each item according to the network environment to be connected for operation. f The settings are as follows at the time of shipment from the factory or when the network settings have been initialized. - Page 36 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function Attention f The login screen may be hidden behind another window that is already open. If that happens, minimize the window in the foreground to display the login screen. Note f Avoid starting up multiple web browsers and then performing setting or operation simultaneously.
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Page 37: [Status]
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Status] [Status] page This page displays the information and status of the device. Click the [Status] menu → [Status]. r[Playing Information] When [Player] is set to [Schedule] When [Player] is set to [NDI(NDI Decoder)] [Playing Information] [Error / Warning] Displays information on the content being played in a schedule... -
Page 38: [Player]
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Player] [Settings] page This page is for selecting the playback function and configuring the output method and other settings. Click the [Player] menu → [Settings]. [Player] [Video Signal] Select the playback function. Select the format of the video signal to be output from the [Schedule]: Performs scheduled playback. - Page 39 “Content Management Software for FMP series”, log in to PASS on the following website and visit the download page for the software. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ f Streaming playback is a function to play back content on the same network while importing the content data. Select the content and perform the playback operation on the [Stream List] page (x page 41).
- Page 40 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Audio Control] page This page is for setting the audio function. Click the [Player] menu → [Audio Control]. [Volume(HDMI OUT)] [Delay] Use the slider bar to adjust the volume for output from the Set a delay time for the audio within the range of [0] ms to [171] <HDMI OUT 1>...
- Page 41 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Stream List] page This page if for performing streaming playback content operations. The operations are possible when the [Player] menu → [Settings] page → [Player] is set to [NDI(NDI Decoder)]. Click the [Player] menu →...
- Page 42 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Advanced Settings] page This page is for configuring advanced settings related to playback functions. Click the [Player] menu → [Advanced Settings]. [Anti Aliasing Setting] [Set] Set the level of anti-aliasing processing. Performing anti-aliasing Apply the settings on the [Advanced Settings] page to the processing can reduce the jaggies that occur along diagonal device.
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Page 43: [Language]
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Language] [Language] page This page is for selecting the display language of the Web control screen. Click the [Language] menu → [Language]. [Display Language] [Set] Select the display language for the Web control screen. Switch the display of the Web control screen to the language [English]: Select this to display the screen in English. -
Page 44: [System]
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [System] [Network] page This page is for configuring the connection settings to use a wired LAN. Click the [System] menu → [Network]. [DHCP] [Default Gateway] [ON]: Select this to obtain the IP address automatically using Enter the default gateway address when a DHCP server is not a DHCP server on the network to which the device will be used. - Page 45 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Account] page This page is for setting an account to access the device. Click the [System] menu → [Account]. [Modification Items] [Current Password] Select the items for which to modify the settings. Enter the password before change.
- Page 46 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Date and Time] page This page is for setting the time zone and the date and time of the internal clock of the device. Click the [System] menu → [Date and Time]. r [Date and Time] When [Sync Protocol] is set to [NTP] When [Sync Protocol] is set to [SoftwareSync]...
- Page 47 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function Note f When [Unit] on the [Player] menu → [Settings] page is set to [1], [Sync Protocol] is fixed to [NTP]. When [Unit ] is set to other than [1], [Sync Protocol] can be set to [SoftwareSync].
- Page 48 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Reboot] page This page is for rebooting the device. Click the [System] menu → [Reboot]. [OK] When this is clicked, a confirmation screen appears. Select [OK]. The device reboots. Note f When the device reboots, the connection with the computer used for setup is disconnected.
- Page 49 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Details] page This page is for setting the details of the device. Click the [System] menu → [Details]. [Host Name] [Notification] Enter the name of the device. If a host name is required when [Enable]: The power indicator <POWER>...
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Page 50: [Other]
This page is for performing the operation to update the firmware of the device. Click the [Other] menu → [Firmware Update]. Firmware for updating can be downloaded from the following Panasonic Professional Display and Projector Technical Support Website. If firmware newer than the current firmware has been released, you can update the firmware yourself. - Page 51 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [License] page This page allows you to download the document files related to the open-source software used by the device. Click the [Other] menu → [License]. [Download] Click this to start downloading of the licenses. Specify the save location and then download the files.
- Page 52 Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the web control function [Log] page Errors/warnings that have occurred on the device and the corresponding details are recorded to a file. You can check the error/warning occurrence dates and times and the details by checking the log file. Click the [Other] menu →...
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Page 53: Using The Playback Functions
To register content and create schedules, use the “Content Management Software for FMP series” application software. To download “Content Management Software for FMP series”, log in to PASS on the following website and visit the download page for the software. https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/pass/ r Basic flow of operation Create a schedule. -
Page 54: Performing Synchronized Playback
Chapter 4 Settings and Operation — Using the playback functions Performing synchronized playback When multiple units of this device are connected to the same network, you can perform synchronized playback of content. Synchronized playback is achieved by the device set as the primary device specifying the start time on the devices set as the secondary devices via the network. -
Page 55: Chapter 5 Appendix
Appendix Chapter 5 This chapter describes maintenance procedures, inspection procedures, specifications, after-sales service, etc. ENGLISH - 55... -
Page 56: Maintenance
Chapter 5 Appendix — Maintenance Maintenance The air intake ports and the air exhaust ports may get clogged with dirt or dust after long period of usage. Clean the air intake ports/air exhaust ports periodically. Before maintenance f When you have finished using the device, remove the power plug from the outlet. Maintenance Wipe off dirt and dust on the outer case with a soft, dry cloth. -
Page 57: Troubleshooting
Chapter 5 Appendix — 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 power connector firmly inserted into the AC adapter? ―... -
Page 58: About The Self-Diagnostics Display
Chapter 5 Appendix — About the Self-Diagnostics Display About the Self-Diagnostics Display If an error or warning has occurred on the device, its details are displayed in the [Error / Warning] item of the [Status] menu → [Status] page of the Web control screen. (x page 37) The symbol displayed when an error or warning has occurred and the corresponding details are as shown in the following table. -
Page 59: Specifications
Operating temperature 0 °C (32 °F) to 40 °C (104 °F) Operating environment Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % (no condensation) ET-FMP50 4 TB 512 GB Storage ET-FMP20 Approx. 30 GB of this is used as the system area. (Cannot be used by the user.) <HDMI OUT 1>... -
Page 60: Dimensions
Chapter 5 Appendix — Specifications Dimensions Unit: mm 28.5 28.5 (1-1/8") (1-1/8") (3/4") 9.5 (3/8") 180 (7-3/32") 257 (10-1/8") 7.6 (5/16") 210 (8-9/32") r When the Rack Mounting Kit (model no.: ET-PKFMJ1) is attached 10.3 (13/32") 127.5 (5-1/32") 210 (8-9/32") 127.5 (5-1/32") (465 (18-5/16")) 482 (18-31/32") - Page 61 Chapter 5 Appendix — Specifications r When the Rack Mounting Kit (model no.: ET-PKFMJ2) is attached (5.1 (3/16")) (5.1 (3/16")) (431 (16-31/32")) 10.3 (13/32") (11 (7/16")) 227 (8-15/16") 227 (8-15/16") (465 (18-5/16")) 482 (18-31/32") ENGLISH - 61...
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Page 62: Index
Index Index Setting up Considerations AC adapter High place Connect Setup Accessories Specifications Account 33, 35 [Status] menu [Account] page [Status] page [Advanced Settings] page Storage [Audio Control] page Streaming playback <AUDIO OUT> terminal [Stream List] page Supported applications Synchronized playback Before requesting repair [System] menu Computer... - Page 63 4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Importer: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH English Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany 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...
- Page 64 4-1-62, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japón Importador: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Español Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Alemania Representante Autorizado para la UE: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburgo, Alemania Fabriqué par : Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd.
- Page 65 4-1-62, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Importeur: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Nederlands Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Duitsland Bevoegde vertegenwoordiger in de EU: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Duitsland Produsert av: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd.
- Page 66 4-1-62, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japonsko Dovozca: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Slovenčina Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Nemecko Autorizovaný zástupca v EÚ: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Nemecko Proizvaja: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. 4-1-62, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japonska Uvoznik: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Slovenščina...
- Page 67 Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Importer for UK; Panasonic Connect UK, a branch of Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste.
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