Page 1 Commercial Use PT-VMZ82 Model No. PT-VMZ72 PT-VMZ62 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 D: White model z for Taiwan T: White model...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Read this first! ..........5 About lens shift adjustment range ......56 Using the USB memory........... 57 Notes on use ............57 Chapter 1 Preparation USB memory that can be used with the projector 57 Attaching the USB memory ........57 Precautions for use ..........
Page 3 Contents [FRAME LOCK] ............ 83 [INITIALIZE] ............127 [CLAMP POSITION] ..........83 Chapter 5 Operation of Function [ZOOM] ..............83 [LANGUAGE] menu ..........85 Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input ..... 129 Switching the display language ......85 What you can project with the Memory Viewer [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ........
Page 4 Contents Chapter 7 Appendix Technical information ........... 194 Using the PJLink function ........194 Control commands via LAN ........ 196 <SERIAL IN> terminal ........199 <COMPUTER IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names ..........202 Specifications ............203 Dimensions ............206 List of compatible signals ........
Page 5: Read This First
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflections at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
Page 6: Notice On Laser
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 WARNING: Do not place objects in front of the lens while the projector is being used. Indicated on the projector Notice on laser This projector is the Class 1 laser product that complies with IEC 60825-1:2014.
Page 7: Notification (Canada)
Read this first! WARNING (USA and Canada) z Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75. z For permanently connected equipment, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring.
Page 8: Fcc Notice (Usa)
Read this first! FCC NOTICE (USA) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-VMZ82, PT-VMZ82B, PT-VMZ72, PT-VMZ72B, PT-VMZ62, PT-VMZ62B 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...
Page 9 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.
Page 10 Read this first! rHazard distance (IEC 62471-5:2015) The distance from the projection lens surface, at which the emission reaches the Accessible Emission Limit (AEL) of risk group 2, is known as the hazard distance (HD) or safety distance. The area where the emission exceeds the Accessible Emission Limit of risk group 2 is called the hazard zone (HZ).
Page 11 Read this first! WARNING: „ 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.
Page 12 If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. z Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
Page 13 Read this first! CAUTION: „ POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result. When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
Page 14: Remoção Das Baterias
Read this first! To remove the battery Remote Control Battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. (ii) 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.
Page 15: Disposal Of Old Equipment And Batteries Only For European Union And Countries With Recycling Systems
Panasonic service center when disposing of this product. Customer care number (Toll free): 080-6984-1333 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 &...
Page 16 For details, please refer to “Using the web control function” (x page 139). At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the respective copyright...
Page 17: Features Of The Projector
Extender and 6-Point Correction functions are adopted, making it possible for installation in a limited space, projection from a longer distance or projection onto a corner. *1 PT-VMZ82: 8 000 lm 3. Connect the power cord. PT-VMZ72: 7 300 lm (x page 44) PT-VMZ62: 6 500 lm *2 PT-VMZ82: 7.4 kg...
Page 18: Chapter 1 Preparation
Preparation Chapter 1 This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector. 18 - ENGLISH...
Page 19: Precautions For Use
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Precautions for use Intended use of the product The product is intended to project still/moving image signals from video equipment and computers onto a screen. Cautions when transporting f When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
Page 20: Cautions When Setting Up The Projectors
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use rDo not install the projector at elevations of 2 700 m (8 858') or higher above sea level. rDo not use the projector in a location that the ambient temperature exceeds 45 °C (113 °F).
Page 21: Security
Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation takes no responsibility for any damage to the product caused by an inappropriate choice of location for installing the projector, even if the warranty period of the product has not expired.
Page 22: Notes Regarding The Wireless Lan
Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 23: Application Software Supported By The Projector
For details or downloading of “Multi Monitoring & Control Software”, “Presenter Light Software” and “Wireless Projector”, visit the following website. https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector For details or downloading of “Projector Network Setup Software”, visit the following “Panasonic Professional Display and Projector Technical Support Website”. https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector/pass It is necessary to register and login to PASS to view details and download from “Panasonic Professional Display...
Page 24 Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use f Depending on the operating environment temperature, the luminance of the light source will decrease. The higher the temperature becomes, the more the luminance of the light source decreases. f The luminance of the light source will decrease by duration of usage. If brightness is noticeably reduced and the light source does not turn on, ask your dealer to clean inside the projector or replace the light source unit.
Page 25: Accessories
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed < > show the number of accessories. Wireless remote control unit <1> For India (N2QAYA000259) (K2CZ3YY00092) For Taiwan (K2CG3YY00145) Power cord (K2CM3YY00027) AAA/R03 or AAA/LR03 battery <2>...
Page 26: Optional Accessories
The model numbers of optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice. f The optional accessories compatible with the projector may be added or changed without prior notice. For the latest information, visit the website (https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector). 26 - ENGLISH...
Page 27: About Your Projector
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector About your projector Remote control Front Bottom Power <v/b> button 11 <FUNCTION> button Assigns a frequently used operation as a shortcut button. (v: Standby, b: Power on) (x page 62) Sets the projector to the state where the projector is switched off (standby mode).
Page 28: Chapter 1 Preparation - About Your Projector
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector f Avoid contact with liquids or moisture. f Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. f Please observe the following contents that are described on the back of the remote control unit (see the picture below). g Do not use a new battery together with an old battery.
Page 29: Projector Body
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector Projector body r Front r Side 1 2 3 r Rear r Top r Bottom  Projection direction Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> 10 Projection Lens Indicates the status of the power. 11 Front adjustable foot Adjusts the projection angle.
Page 30: Control Panel
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector 19 Vertical lens shift dial 21 Control panel (x page 30) Adjusts the projecting position in the vertical direction (vertical 22 Burglar hook port shift). Attaches a burglar prevention cable, etc. 20 Horizontal lens shift dial Adjusts the projecting position in the horizontal direction (horizontal shift).
Page 31 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector Attention f When the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [NORMAL], the <USB (VIEWER/ WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal can supply power even in standby state. If set to [ECO], the <USB (VIEWER/WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal can not supply power in standby state.
Page 32: Chapter 1 Preparation - Preparing The Remote Control
Chapter 1 Preparation - Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing batteries (ii) Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert batteries and close the cover (insert the "m" side first). (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order. When using the system with multiple projectors When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually by using single remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector.
Page 33: Chapter 2 Getting Started
Getting Started Chapter 2 This chapter describes things you need to do before using the projector such as the setup and connections. ENGLISH - 33...
Page 34: Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting Up
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Setting up Usable outlet This projector supports AC 100 V to AC 240 V (AC 110 V for Taiwan) 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.
Page 35: Parts For Ceiling Mount (Optional)
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Note f The projector has a built-in angle sensor. The attitude of the projector is automatically detected by setting the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] to [AUTO]. For rear projection, set the [PROJECTION METHOD] to [REAR/DESK] or [REAR/CEILING]. rAngle sensor The range of installation posture detected by the projector’s built-in angle sensor is as follows.
Page 36 Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up L (LW/LT) * Projection distance Image height Image width Distance from the center of lens to the image lower end Projected image size *1 For details about calculating the projection distance, refer to “Projection distance formulas” (x page 38). *2 LW : Minimum distance LT : Maximum distance [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] projection range...
Page 37: Projection Distance
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Projection distance An error of ± 5% may occur to the projection distance as described. Also, it is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size when [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] is used. Note f The display resolution may decrease when the Digital Zoom Extender function is used.
Page 38: Projection Distance Formulas
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Optical zoom Digital Zoom Extender Distance from the lens Throw ratio 1.31-2.12:1 1.31-2.66:1 (converted value) center to the image lower end (H) Screen diagonal (SD) Minimum distance (LW) Maximum distance (LT) Maximum distance (LT) 1.02 (40") 1.05 1.71...
Page 39: Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting Before connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. f Connect cables taking care of the following descriptions. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions. g When connecting a cable to the projector or an external device connected to the projector, touch any nearby metallic objects to eliminate static electricity from your body before performing work.
Page 40: Connecting Example: Computers
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting example: Computers Computer Computer USB Memory Control computer Control 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.
Page 41: Connecting Example: Using Digital Link
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting example: Using DIGITAL LINK Twisted-pair-cable transmitter based on the communication standard HDBaseT such as the 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>...
Page 42 (https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 43: Chapter 3 Basic Operations
Basic Operations Chapter 3 This chapter describes basic operations to start with. ENGLISH - 43...
Page 44: Switching On/Off The Projector
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 projector body to prevent it from being removed easily. Use the power cord matching with the power supply voltage and the shape of the outlet. For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!”...
Page 45 Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Switching on/off the projector Indicator status Projector status The power plug is not connected to the outlet. The power is switched off (in standby mode). Projection will start when the power <v/b> button is pressed. f When the light source indicator <LIGHT>...
Page 46: Switching On The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Switching on/off the projector Switching on the projector Before switching on the projector, make sure all the other devices are correctly connected (x page 39). Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the power plug to an outlet. f The power indicator <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)>...
Page 47: Initial Setting (Projector Setup)
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Switching on/off the projector INITIAL SETTING 中文 ( 简体 ) PLEASE SELECT LANGUAGE. SELECT ENTER Press the <ENTER> button to proceed to the following initial setting. Initial setting (projector setup) If necessary, change the setting of each item. INITIAL SETTING PROJECTION METHOD AUTO...
Page 48 Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Switching on/off the projector Press as to select the [SCREEN FORMAT]. Press qw to select the aspect ratio. Press as to select the [SCREEN POSITION]. f When [SCREEN FORMAT] is set to [16:10], the [SCREEN POSITION] cannot be changed. Press qw to select the image position.
Page 49: When The Administrator Account Setting Screen Is Displayed
PASSWORD CONFIRM 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). RETURN ENTER SELECT RETURN [PASSWORD POLICY] Displays the policies about the password for the administrator account.
Page 50 Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Switching on/off the projector f The [USER NAME] screen is displayed. f The factory default setting of user name is “dispadmin”. 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>...
Page 51: Making Adjustments And Selections
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Switching on/off the projector Making adjustments and selections It is recommended that images are projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus is adjusted. 1)8) Roughly adjust the focus of the image with the focus lever. (x page 55) Change the settings of the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
Page 52: Switching Off The Projector
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Switching on/off the projector Switching off the projector Press the power <v/b> button. f The [POWER OFF] confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. (Or press the power <v/b> button again.) f The projector stops projection and beeps twice.
Page 53: Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting Projecting Check the connections of the external devices (x page 39) and connection of the power cord (x page 44) and then power on the projector (x page 46) to start projecting. Select the image and adjust the state of the image.
Page 54 If NETWORK input is selected, the image from a computer (including iPad / iPhone / iPod touch and Android device) can be transferred via wireless LAN/wired LAN to the projector by using the Panasonic image transfer application software. For details about the image transfer application software “Presenter Light” and “Wireless Projector”, refer to the website (https://docs.
Page 55: Adjusting The Focus, Zoom, And Lens Shift
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting Adjusting the focus, zoom, and lens shift Adjust the focus, zoom, and lens shift if the image projected to the screen or its position is shifted even if the projector and the screen are set up in the correct positions. Focus lever Zoom lever Vertical lens shift dial...
Page 56: About Lens Shift Adjustment Range
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting About lens shift adjustment range The projector supports lens shift in horizontal and vertical direction. The following figure shows the lens shift adjustable range in horizontal and vertical direction with reference to the standard projection position. Following illustration indicates the lens shift range when the projector is installed on desk/floor.
Page 57: Using The Usb Memory
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Using the USB memory Using the USB memory This projector supports the attachment of the USB memory. Attach the USB memory to the <USB (VIEWER/ WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal when registering a user image or when using the Memory Viewer function, the data cloning function or the user update function, etc.
Page 58: Operating With The Remote Control
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.
Page 59: Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Operating With The Remote Control
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Operating with the remote control buttons Press the <VOL -> button / <VOL +> button. <VOL +> Increases the volume. <VOL -> Decreases the volume. Note f You can also operate with the <VOL -> button and <VOL +> button on the control panel. Using the freeze function You can freeze the projected image and mute the sound temporarily, regardless of the playback status of the external device.
Page 60: Using The Screen Adjustment Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Operating with the remote control f The clock phase may shift even if the automatic adjustment is performed. In such a case, adjust the [POSITION] menu → [CLOCK PHASE]. (x page 82) f When the input signal is a blurred-edge image or a dark image, it may not be able to be adjusted correctly even if the automatic adjustment is performed.
Page 61: Switching The Image Aspect Ratio
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Operating with the remote control Operation menu/Buttons Operation Adjustment Press the a button. Moves the image to the bottom. Press the s button. Moves the image to the top. Moves the image to the right. Press the q button.
Page 62: Using The Function Button
Settings of position, size, and other factors will not be reflected in test patterns. Make sure to display the input signal before performing various adjustments. Using the status function Display the status of the projector. button Press the <STATUS> button. f The [STATUS] screen is displayed. PT-VMZ82 STATUS STATUS PICTURE SIGNAL INPUT COMPUTER...
Page 63: Using The Eco Management Function
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Operating with the remote control Note f The projector status can also be displayed using the menu operation. Refer to the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STATUS] (x page 95) for details. Using the ECO management function Display the setting screen relating to ECO management.
Page 64: Chapter 4 Settings
Settings Chapter 4 This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu. 64 - ENGLISH...
Page 65: On-Screen Menu
The on-screen menu (menu screen) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button Press the <MENU> button on the remote control or the control panel. f The main menu screen appears. PT-VMZ82 PICTURE MODE STANDARD PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS...
Page 66: Resetting Adjustment Values To The Factory Default
Chapter 4 Settings - On-screen menu f Depending on the item, by pressing the qw button, the individual adjustment screen with a bar scale is displayed as shown below. CONTRAST Note f Pressing the <MENU> button while the menu screen is displayed will return to the previous menu. You can operate in the same way by pressing the <RETURN>...
Page 67: Sub Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - On-screen menu Sub menu You can set and adjust the items in each submenu. [PICTURE] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [PICTURE MODE] [STANDARD] [CONTRAST] [BRIGHTNESS] [COLOR] [TINT] [SHARPNESS] [COLOR TEMPERATURE] [DEFAULT] [GAMMA] [ADVANCED MENU] — [DAYLIGHT VIEW] [AUTO] [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] [ON]...
Page 68 Chapter 4 Settings - On-screen menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [STATUS] — [PROJECTOR ID] [ALL] [INITIAL START UP] [LAST MEMORY] [PROJECTION METHOD] [AUTO] [ECO MANAGEMENT] — [RS-232C] — [LENS BLOCK DETECTION] [ON] [FUNCTION BUTTON] — [AUDIO SETTING] —...
Page 69: [Picture Mode]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu On the menu screen, select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 65) for the operation of the menu screen. [PICTURE MODE] You can switch to the desired picture mode most suitable for the image source and the environment in which the projector is used.
Page 70: [Color]
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 Adjustment range...
Page 71: [Advanced Menu]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu f The [GAMMA] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Adjustment range The midtones become brighter. Press the w button. -8 ~ +7 Press the q button. The midtones become darker. [ADVANCED MENU] You can perform more advanced image adjustment.
Page 72: [Digital Cinema Reality]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] When inputting the following signals, it performs cinema processing to improve the vertical resolution and the image quality. 480/60i, 576/50i, 1080/60i, 1080/50i signals Press as to select [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
Page 73: [Rgb/Yc ] / [Rgb/Yp ]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Note f [LIGHTS OUT SIGNAL LEVEL] cannot be set when [LIGHTS OUT TIMER] is set to [DISABLE]. f When [LIGHTS OUT TIMER] is set to anything other than [DISABLE], the following are the conditions to turn the light source back on again from the state that the light source has turned off by this function.
Page 74 Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Scanning frequency Dot clock frequency Items Resolution (dots) (MHz) Horizontal (kHz) Vertical (Hz) [1280x1024/60] 1 280 x 1 024 64.0 60.0 108.0 [1400x1050/60] 1 400 x 1 050 64.0 60.0 108.0 Note f It may not work properly for some connected external devices. 74 - ENGLISH...
Page 75: Chapter 4 Settings - [Position] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu On the menu screen, select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 65) for the operation of the menu screen. Note f When the DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
Page 76 Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Press asqw to adjust. Operation Adjustment Upper will be smaller. Press the a button. Lower will be smaller. Press the s button. Press the q button. Left side will be smaller. Press the w button. Right side will be smaller.
Page 77 Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Note f When [EXTENDER RATIO] is selected and set to anything other than [OFF] and [100%], you can also enter the [DIGITAL IMAGE SHIFT] adjustment screen by pressing as button to select [DIGITAL IMAGE SHIFT] and pressing the <ENTER> button. f The image quality will deteriorate when the projected image size is reduced using the Digital Zoom Extender function.
Page 78 Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [GRID] screen is displayed. Press as to select [CONTROL POINTS]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when selecting all the intersections on one horizontal grid line, and adjusting them [HORIZONTAL LINE] simultaneously.
Page 79 Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu 16) Press asqw to adjust the position of the control point. f By adjusting the position of the control point, the range to the neighboring intersections will be corrected. f To continuously adjust the position of the other intersection, press the <MENU> button or the <ENTER> button to return to Step 14).
Page 80 Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Adjusting [ARC] Press as to select [ARC]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The arc correction screen is displayed. Press the number buttons (<1>, <2>, <3>, <4>) to select the edge to adjust. f You can also switch the edge to adjust by pressing the <ENTER> button. Press asqw to adjust.
Page 81: [Shift]
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [6POINT CORRECTION] [UPPER MIDDLE] [LOWER MIDDLE] [SHIFT] Move the image position vertically or horizontally if the image position projected on the screen is shifted even when the relative position of the projector and the screen is installed correctly. Press as to select [SHIFT].
Page 82: [Clock Phase]
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [CLOCK PHASE] (Only for COMPUTER input) You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. Press as to select [CLOCK PHASE]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [CLOCK PHASE] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
Page 83: [Frame Lock]
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu f If using the projector in places such as cafes or hotels to display programs for a commercial purpose or for public presentation, note that adjusting the aspect ratio or using the zoom function to change the screen images may be an infringement of the rights of the original copyright owner for that program under copyright protection laws.
Page 84 Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Note f When the [POSITION] menu → [ASPECT] is set to [NATIVE], [ZOOM] cannot be adjusted. When [ASPECT] is set to [NORMAL] Press as to select [ZOOM]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ZOOM] screen is displayed. Press as to select [MODE].
Page 85: Chapter 4 Settings - [Language] Menu
Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 65) for the operation of the menu screen. Switching the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display. Press as to select the display language, and press the <ENTER> button. PT-VMZ82 PICTURE POSITION LANGUAGE...
Page 86: Chapter 4 Settings - [Display Option] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DISPLAY OPTION] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 65) for the operation of the menu screen. [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] Set the on-screen display.
Page 87: [Hdmi In]
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu f The items will switch each time you press the button. [NORMAL] Use this setting normally. The menu screen is displayed with the font size twice as much as set in [NORMAL]. The menu [DOUBLE] screen size is doubled both vertically and horizontally.
Page 88: [Digital Link In]
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [SCREEN FIT] of [HDMI1] or [HDMI2]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] The EDID preferred resolution changes according to the [SCREEN FORMAT] setting. [OFF] The EDID preferred resolution is fixed at 1 920 x 1 200.
Page 89: [Startup Logo]
The items will switch each time you press the button. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. Displays the image registered by the user. You can register or delete the user image following the instructions displayed on the screen by [USER IMAGE] selecting [USER IMAGE] and pressing the <ENTER>...
Page 90: [Signal Search]
Displays the entire projection area in blue. [BLACK] Displays the entire projection area in black. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. Displays the image registered by the user. You can register or delete the user image following the instructions displayed on the screen by [USER IMAGE] selecting [USER IMAGE] and pressing the <ENTER>...
Page 91: [Uniformity]
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to set the time. f The time can be set in 1-minute increments from 1 to 180 minutes. f The factory default value is 10 minutes. Note f [TIMER] can be set when [MODE] is set to [COUNT DOWN]. Using the presentation timer Press as to select [P-TIMER].
Page 92 Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Select the signal level (target brightness to adjust). [1] - [8] The entire screen becomes darker when the value gets larger. Press as to select [TEST PATTERN]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
Page 93: [Other Functions]
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting [ZOOM CORRECTION] Color unevenness may change depending on the zoom position of the lens. Change the setting according to the zoom position so that color unevenness is minimized. Press as to select [UNIFORMITY]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 94 Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Note f Even when the shutter function is in use (shutter: closed), the power <v/b> button, input select buttons (<HDMI 1>, <HDMI 2>, <DIGITAL LINK>, <COMPUTER>, <NETWORK / USB>), and <INPUT SELECT> button can be operated. Using the digital zoom function This function can enlarge the projected image.
Page 95: [Projector Setup] Menu
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 submenu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 65) for the operation of the menu screen. [STATUS] Display the status of the projector.
Page 96: [Projector Id]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ANGLE MONITOR - 0 ° + 0 ° +150 +150 +160 +160 +170 +170 -170 -170 -160 -160 -150 -150 RETURN ZERO CALIBRATION RESET Press the <ENTER> button or the <DEFAULT> button. f The angle benchmark will switch each time you press the button. <ENTER>...
Page 97: [Last Memory]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Starts up in the status that before removing the power plug from the outlet or turning off the circuit [LAST MEMORY] breaker. [STANDBY] Starts up in the standby mode. [ON] Starts the projection immediately. [PROJECTION METHOD] Set the projection method in accordance with the installation status of the projector.
Page 98: [Off]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f When [AUTO POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF], settings of [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION], [SIGNAL DETECTION] and [IMAGE DETECTION] are unavailable. f The luminance may not be detected correctly when an object is placed on top of the projector, blocking the luminance sensor. In such a case, it may not operate properly even if [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION] is set to [ON].
Page 99: Setting [Power Management]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 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]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Select this item when high luminance is required.
Page 100: [Off]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu The countdown timer is displayed when the signal input is not present for 30 seconds, and the light [SHUT DOWN] source is turned off, and goes into standby after cooling when the time set in [TIMER] has elapsed. [OFF] Disables the power management function.
Page 101 Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu < WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal can supply power even in standby state. If set to [ECO], the USB (VIEWER/WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal can not supply power in standby state. 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.
Page 102: Press The Button
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 IN> terminal on the projector. The existing Panasonic projector control software, etc., can continually be used.
Page 103: [Lens Block Detection]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LENS BLOCK DETECTION] Sets to enable/disable the lens block detection function. The lens block detection function allows the projector to reduce the light output for safety concern when an obstacle in front of the lens is detected by the lens block detection sensor. Once the obstacle is removed, the light output will return to normal.
Page 104 Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [MUTE]. Press qw to switch the item. [OFF] Audio is output. [ON] Audio is muted. Setting the audio output during standby Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed.
Page 105: [Test Pattern]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [NETWORK] Set the audio output for NETWORK input. Press qw to switch the item. f The sub items will switch each time you press the button. Audio connected to the <AUDIO IN> terminal is output during projection of image from the set input [AUDIO IN] terminal.
Page 106: [Schedule]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press as to select [TIMER]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Select not to display the message. [1000H] - [20000H] Select to display the message. You can set the cleaning/replacement cycle of the air filter. Setting [FILTER COUNTER RESET] Resets the usage time of the air filter.
Page 107 Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to select a program number, and press the <ENTER> button. Press as to select a command number, and press the <ENTER> button. Press as to select [TIME], and press the <ENTER> button. f The projector is in the adjustment mode (the time is blinking).
Page 108: [Date And Time]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [DATE AND TIME] Set the time zone, date, and time of the built-in clock of the projector. Setting the time zone Press as to select [DATE AND TIME]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DATE AND TIME] screen is displayed. Press as to select [TIME ZONE].
Page 109 Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu For details on how to use the CEC function, refer to “Using HDMI CEC function” (x page 180). Press as to select [HDMI CEC]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ON] Enables the CEC function.
Page 110 Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR -> DEVICE] Set the the power link operation from the projector to the CEC-compatible device. Press as to select [HDMI CEC]. Press qw to select [ON]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [HDMI CEC] screen is displayed. ->...
Page 111: [User Image]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [USER IMAGE] Register your favorite image to the projector to use it as a back color (x page 90) or startup logo (x page 89). Image files available for registration The image file that can be registered in the projector is a still image data fulfilling following conditions. Extension Format Limitation...
Page 112: [User Update]
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f When the following menu is set to [USER IMAGE], no content will be displayed if the user image is deleted. g The [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [BACK COLOR] g The [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [STARTUP LOGO] [USER UPDATE] Rewriting of the firmware is possible by using a USB memory.
Page 113: Chapter 4 Settings - [Security] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu On the menu screen, select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 65) for the operation of the menu screen. f When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press awsqawsq in order, and press the <ENTER>...
Page 114: [Text Change]
Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [OFF] The security message will not be displayed. [ON] Displays the text set at the [SECURITY] menu → [TEXT CHANGE]. [TEXT CHANGE] Register or change the displayed text when [TEXT DISPLAY] is set to [ON]. Press as to select [TEXT CHANGE].
Page 115: [Control Device Password Change]
Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu Press as to select the button item to set. f When [INPUT SELECT BUTTON] is selected in [REMOTE CONTROLLER], press the <ENTER> button, and then press as to select the button to set. Buttons that can be set [CONTROL PANEL] [REMOTE CONTROLLER] [POWER BUTTON]...
Page 116: Chapter 4 Settings - [Network] Menu
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu On the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 65) for the operation of the menu screen. f To use the wireless LAN function with the projector, it is necessary to attach the optional Wireless Module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 Series).
Page 117 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Communication possibility Setting Image transfer Image transfer Ethernet RS-232C (100 m (328'1")) (150 m (492'2")) [ETHERNET] ― ― ― *1 Communication via a twisted-pair-cable transmitter is not available. Connect the projector to the network directly. Note f The maximum transmission distance between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector is 100 m (328'1") for the signal with resolution of 1 920 x 1 200 dots or less.
Page 118: [Wired Lan]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu 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 DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: [OFF] ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) to the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
Page 119: [Projector Name]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu 11) Press as to select an item, and change the setting according to the operation instructions of the menu. Select this item when assigning the IPv6 address automatically. [ON] Set [TEMPORARY ADDRESS]. [AUTO CONFIGURATION] Select this item when setting the IPv6 address manually.
Page 120: [Administrator Account]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [DHCP] Displays the [DHCP] setting. [IP ADDRESS] Displays the [IP ADDRESS]. [SUBNET MASK] Displays the [SUBNET MASK]. [WIRED LAN (IPv4)] [DEFAULT GATEWAY] Displays the [DEFAULT GATEWAY]. [DNS1] Displays the address of the preferred DNS server. [DNS2] Displays the address of the alternate DNS server.
Page 121 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu PASSWORD POLICY - Reusing passwords is not recommended. - Password cannot be blank. - A password consisting of at least eight half-width characters and contaning characters of at least three of the following four types is recommended. - Uppercase letters - Lowercase letters - Digits...
Page 122 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] screen is displayed. Press as to select [USER NAME] under [CURRENT], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [USER NAME] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select a character, and press the <ENTER>...
Page 123: [Network Security]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK SECURITY] Make settings to protect the projector from external attacks via LAN and unauthorized use. Setting the password of the administrator account (x page 120) is required for setting the [NETWORK SECURITY] menu. [COMMAND PROTECT] Make settings for the connection authentication when using the command control function.
Page 124: [Pjlink]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [OK] and press the <ENTER> button. Note f If the password of the administrator account has not been set, that is, if it is left blank, the network function of this projector cannot be used. Set a password before using the web control function or the communication control (including operation with application software) via LAN.
Page 125: [Memory Viewer]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [PJLink CONTROL] Set to enable or disable the PJLink protocol control function. Press as to select [PJLink]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [PJLink] screen is displayed. Press as to select [PJLink CONTROL]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
Page 126 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [APPLY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The setting will be effective. [SORT ORDER] Sets the order of images to be played in the slideshow. Press as to select [SORT ORDER]. Press qw to switch the item.
Page 127: [Initialize]
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] After playing the last file, exit the slideshow and return to the thumbnail display. [ON] After playing the last file, return to the first file and repeat playback. Press as to select [APPLY].
Page 128: Chapter 5 Operation Of Function
Operation of Function Chapter 5 This chapter describes the operation methods of some functions. 128 - ENGLISH...
Page 129: Projecting With Memory Viewer Input
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input The Memory Viewer function makes it possible to display the still images stored in the USB memory as projected images. For the USB memory that can be used with the projector and handling of the memory, refer to “Using the USB memory”...
Page 130: Executing The Slide
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input Press the <ENTER> button on the remote control. f The picture will display on the full screen. Press w to switch to the next picture, press q to return to the previous picture. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 131: Projecting With Network Input
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Projecting with NETWORK input Projecting with NETWORK input Using the Panasonic application, the image sent from a device connected via LAN can be displayed as a projected image. The wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 Series) of the optional accessories is required if you want to use the network function through the wireless LAN.
Page 132: Network Connection
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Network connection Network connection This projector has network function that allows the following by connecting a computer. f Web control By accessing to the projector from a computer, you can perform setting, adjustment, status display, etc. of the projector.
Page 133: Projector Settings
(https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 134: Connecting With Wireless Lan
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Network connection Note f To connect to an existing network, perform after consulting your network administrator. r Factory default setting f Following setting has been made as a factory default. [DHCP] [IP ADDRESS] 192.168.10.100 [SUBNET MASK] 255.255.255.0 [DEFAULT GATEWAY]...
Page 135: Computer Setting
If you use a computer, click the network icon on the taskbar (bottom right of the computer), select the same name as the [SSID] that has been set in the projector and enter the password for wireless connection. f The default factory password for wireless connection is “panasonic”. Note f If you use any wireless LAN connection utility that meets the OS standard, follow the operation instruction of the utility to connect it.
Page 136 For the devices that the operation has been verified with this projector, visit the website (https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Page 137 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Network connection Tap the notification displayed on the smartphone screen. f Tap “Join” or “Connect” if a message to confirm the connection is displayed. f The smartphone will be connected to the projector via wireless LAN. ENGLISH - 137...
Page 138: Chapter 5 Operation Of Function - About Presenter Light
Installing the software on the computer is unnecessary. Note f To learn more about how to use the “Presenter Light” software, or download the latest versions of the “Presenter Light” software, please visit the website (https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector) 138 - ENGLISH...
Page 139: Using The Web Control Function
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Using the web control function Following operation is possible from a computer using the web control function. f Setting and adjustment of the projector f Displaying 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.
Page 140: Chapter 5 Operation Of Function - Using The Web Control Function
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function In [New username], enter the user name to be used as the administrator account. f The factory default setting of the user name for the administrator account is set to “dispadmin”. In [New password], enter the password to be set for the administrator account.
Page 141 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function f If the screen for the web control is not displayed, consult your network administrator. f Click [Download license] to download the open source software license. You can also download the license by clicking the Web info ( button in the upper right corner of the web control screen after logging in.
Page 142 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Descriptions of items [Home] Download ( ) button Operate the basic control and check the basic status. Click to display the Presenter Light Software download page. [Status] Web info ( ) button Check the various status information of the projector.
Page 143: Web Setting
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Web setting Click the Web setting ( ) button and select [Account](x page 143), [Web secure](x page 145), [Language / Color-mode](x page 152) and [Menu bar](x page 153) to display the setting screen. [Account set up] (when accessed by administrator account) [Administrator account] Set the user name and password of the administrator account.
Page 144 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [User account] Set the user name, password and the display setting of remote preview function of the standard user account without administrator rights. Click [User account]. [New username]: [New password (re-enter)]: Enter the desired new user name.
Page 145 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Web secure] (Certificate) To perform the HTTPS communication or use the control system or application software of Crestron Electronics, Inc., it is necessary to install the certificate for authentication into the projector. Click [Certificate].
Page 146 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function r Flow for setting The flow for setting differs depending on which certificate is to be used as the security certificate, either the server certificate or the self-signed certificate. Generate the CRT key.
Page 147 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function f Confirm the key size and generation date and time of the current CRT key with the [Last modified] and [RSA key size] of [Current CRT key]. f When generating the CRT key for the second time or later, refer to “Regenerating the CRT key” (x page 147).
Page 148 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Note f When returned to the previously generated CRT key, a certificate linked to that CRT key is required. Generating the signing request When using the server certificate issued by the certification organization as a security certificate, generate a signing request necessary for application of issuing to the certification organization.
Page 149: Installing The Certificate
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Note f The characters that can be input are as follows. g Single-byte numbers: 0 to 9 g Single-byte alphabets: A to Z, a to z g Single-byte symbols: - . _ , + / ( ) f The signing request generated by the projector is PEM format (file extension: pem).
Page 150 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Generating the self-signed certificate When the server certificate issued by the certification organization is not to be used as the security certificate, it is possible to use the self-signed certificate generated in the projector. Generate the self-signed certificate after generating the CRT key.
Page 151 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Confirming the information of the self-signed certificate Confirm the information of the self-signed certificate generated by the projector. Click [Certificate] → [Self-signed certificate] → [Generated certificate information] → [Refer]. f The information of the generated self-signed certificate is displayed.
Page 152: [Access Error Log] L
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Web secure] (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. Click [Access error log].
Page 153: Download (Presenter Light Software Download Page)
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Menu bar] Customize the projector information and color to be displayed on the menu bar. [Display items] [Accent color] Set the projector information (up to two items) to be displayed on Set the accent color of the menu bar from the following seven the menu bar from the following display items.
Page 154: Web Info (License Download Page)
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Web info (license download page) Displays the license download page. Click the Web info ( ) button → [License]. [Download] The license for the open source software used in the projector is downloaded by clicking this item.
Page 155 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function r [Basic control] Switches the power([Standby]/[Power on]), OSD display([OFF]/[ON]) and shutter([Close]/[Open]). [Shutter] [Power] Switches the status of the shutter. Turns off/on ([Standby]/[Power on]) the power of the projector. ([Close]: Shutter function enabled; [Open]: Shutter function [OSD display] disabled) Switches the status of the on-screen display function.
Page 156 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function r [Status] (Customized display) Display the status of the projector. [Projector type] [Lighting] Displays the type of the projector. Displays the lighting status and runtime of light sources. [Serial number] [Error] Displays the serial number of the projector.
Page 157 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Status display icon Corresponding light source is illuminated. [Lighting] Corresponding light source is not illuminated. The light source is in warning status. The light source is in error status. The filter is in warning status.
Page 158: [Status]
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Status] Display the status of the projector. Click [Status]. [Basic status] [Power] [Projector status] Displays the status([Standby]/[Power on]) of the power. [Projector type] [OSD display] Displays the type of the projector. Displays the status of the on-screen display function.
Page 159: [Installation]
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Installation] [OSD control] Click [Installation] → [OSD control]. Daylight View Freeze Projection method Mute Screen adjustment OSD position [Basic control] [OSD control] [Power] [Monitor] Turns off/on ([Standby]/[Power on]) the power of the projector. Displays the same items as shown on the on-screen display of [OSD display] the projector.
Page 160 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Schedule] Check and set the command execution schedule for each day of the week. Click [Installation] → [Schedule]. [Schedule] [Edit] Enables/disables the schedule function. Click to open the schedule editing screen for day of the week. You can select and edit the program.
Page 161: [Display Option] L
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Display option] Click [Installation] → [Display option]. [Startup logo] Set the display of startup logo. You can also register or delete the user image. r Registering the user image Click the button.
Page 162 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Back color] Set the display of back color. You can also register or delete the user image. r Registering the user image Click the button. f The file selection screen is displayed. g When no user image has been registered, [No such file.] and the button is displayed.
Page 163: [Network Menu]
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Network menu] [Network configs] Click [Network menu] → [Network configs]. For wired LAN connection [Basic set up] [IPv6] [Projector name] [Auto configuration] Enter the name of the projector. Enter the host name if it is Select [ON] to automatically assign IPv6 address.
Page 164 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function For wireless LAN connection (Available only when the Wireless Module is attached to the projector) Key input box [Save] Set the connection key. Update the setting. Enter 8 to 15 characters of single-byte alphanumeric. [Ping test] Check whether the network is connected to the E-mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc.
Page 165 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Adjust clock] Click [Network menu] → [Adjust clock]. [Local time] [NTP server name] [Current setting] Enter the IP address or server name of the NTP server when to Displays the current time zone setting. If the setting has been adjust the date and time automatically.
Page 166: [Network Secure]
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Network secure] Perform the setting to protect the projector from an external attack or abuse via LAN. Click [Network menu] → [Network secure]. [Command-protect] [Save] Performs the setting regarding connection authentication when Update the setting.
Page 167: [Mail Set Up]
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Mail set up] Click [Network menu] → [Mail set up]. [E-mail set up] Send an E-mail to preset E-mail addresses (up to two addresses) when a problem has occurred. [Mail server] [Option setting] [Permit]...
Page 168 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Authentication set up] Set the authentication items when POP authentication or SMTP authentication is necessary to send an E-mail. [Authentication] [POP server port] Select the authentication method specified by your Internet Enter the port number of the POP server.
Page 169 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Transmission test] Perform an E-mail sending test to the destination e-mail address. [Destination e-mail address] [E-mail test results] Displays the preset destination e-mail address. Displays the date, time, and status of the transmission. Transmission test results are displayed only after the test run has [Test run］...
Page 170 Example of the E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. f Example: When [E-mail content] is set to [Simple] === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type: [PT-VMZ82] Serial No:...
Page 171: [Pjlink Setting] L
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function Example of the E-mail sent for an error The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred. f Example: When [E-mail content] is set to [Simple] === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type: [PT-VMZ82] Serial No:...
Page 172: [Crestron Tools] L
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Crestron tools] Set the information required for connecting the control system of Crestron Electronics, Inc. to the projector, and the information to monitor/control the projector using the control system of Crestron Electronics, Inc. When the [NETWORK] menu →...
Page 173 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function r [VC-4] Configure the setting for the VC-4 required to connect to the projector as a client. [Use TLS] [Password] Set the secure communication. Enter the password used for the connection authentication. (Up [Disable]: to 20 half-width characters) Performs the unsecured communication.
Page 174 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function r [Fusion In The Cloud] Configure the setting required to access the projector assigned to a server using Crestron Fusion Cloud. [Secure Port] [Install the CA certificate] Set the port number to be used with the secure communication. [Select files]: Default value: 41796 Select the certificate file.
Page 175 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the web control function [Proxy] Configure the proxy server setting. [Proxy] [Proxy Server Name] [Disable]: Enter the proxy server name or the IPv4 address. Does not use the proxy server. [Proxy Server Port] [Enable]: Enter the port number of the proxy server.
Page 176: Using The Data Cloning Function
Note f The data cloning function will not operate when the models of the projectors are different. For example, data of PT-VMZ82 can be copied to other PT-VMZ82 projectors, but it can not be copied to PT-VMZ72. Data cloning is limited to the same model.
Page 177 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the data cloning function Press the <ENTER> button. f The [LAN DATA CLONING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [SELECT PROJECTOR]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The projectors in the same network are displayed as a list. 10) Press as to select the copy destination projector.
Page 178: Copying The Data To Another Projector Using Usb
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the data cloning function Copying the data to another projector using USB Copying projector data to USB memory Insert the USB memory into the <USB (VIEWER/WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal. Press as to select [DATA CLONING]. Press the <ENTER>...
Page 179 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using the data cloning function 11) Turn on the power of the projector. f The copied content is reflected to the projector. Note f The security password is the password set in the [SECURITY] menu → [PASSWORD CHANGE]. Initial password of the factory default setting: awsqawsq f The light source indicator <LIGHT>...
Page 180: Using Hdmi Cec Function
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - 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>...
Page 181: Chapter 5 Operation Of Function - Using Hdmi Cec Function
Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Using HDMI CEC function f If you cannot operate the operation menu of a CEC-compatible device, try setting the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [HDMI CEC] to [OFF] and [ON] again. It may be improved. f While the HDMI CEC operation screen is displayed, only the number buttons on the remote control can be used and other button operations are disabled.
Page 182: Updating The Firmware
The firmware of the projector can be updated using a USB memory. Firmware that can be updated can be downloaded from the following website (“Panasonic Professional Display and Projector Technical Support Website”). Customer can update the firmware if a newer version than the current firmware version is published.
Page 183 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Updating the firmware Note f Delete everything other than the firmware data to be used for update from the USB memory. f For the handling of the USB memory, refer to “Using the USB memory” (x page 57). Operating the OSD to update the firmware Insert the USB memory with the firmware data saved into the <USB (VIEWER/WIRELESS/DC OUT)>...
Page 184: Chapter 6 Maintenance
Maintenance Chapter 6 This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance and replacement of the units. 184 - ENGLISH...
Page 185: Light Source And Temperature Indicators
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Light source and temperature indicators Light source and temperature indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem should occur inside the projector, the light source indicator <LIGHT> and the temperature indicator <TEMP> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and remedy the indicated problems as follows.
Page 186: Maintenance/Replacement
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement f Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining the projector or replacing the unit. f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” (x page 52). Maintenance Outer case Wipe off dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 187: Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/Replacement
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Removing the air filter unit Air filter cover Air filter unit Tabs Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Turn off the projector. f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” (x page 52).
Page 188: Attaching The Air Filter Unit
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Attention f After washing the air filter unit, dry it thoroughly before attaching it back to the projector. Attaching a wet unit will cause an electric shock or malfunction. f Do not disassemble the air filter unit. Note f Replace the air filter unit with a new optional Replacement Filter Unit (Model No.: ET-RFV500) if it is damaged or if the dirt does not come off even after washing...
Page 189: Replacement
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Replacement Air filter unit If dirt does not come off even after the air filter unit is cleaned, it is time for the unit to be replaced. The Replacement Filter Unit (Model No.: ET-RFV500) is an optional accessory. To purchase the product, consult your dealer.
Page 190: Chapter 6 Maintenance - Troubleshooting
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, refer to the corresponding pages. Problem Points to be checked Reference page f Is the power plug firmly connected to the outlet? — f Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? —...
Page 191 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Troubleshooting Problem Points to be checked Reference page f Is the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [STANDBY MODE] set to No power supplied [ECO] ? from <USB (VIEWER/ WIRELESS/DC OUT)> f Has the external device connected to the <USB (VIEWER/WIRELESS/DC OUT)> terminal terminal exceeded the rating (5 VDC, maximum 2 A)? If the temperature inside the projector becomes high, the speed of the internal cooling fan...
Page 192: Chapter 6 Maintenance - Self-Diagnosis Display
Chapter 6 Maintenance - Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis display When an error or a warning occurs, a symbol for that is displayed in the web control screen [Status] → [Error]. The following list shows the alphanumeric symbol that is displayed when an error or a warning has occurred and its details.
Page 193: Chapter 7 Appendix
Appendix Chapter 7 This chapter describes specifications for the projector. ENGLISH - 193...
Page 194: Technical Information
Returns the name set tin the [NETWORK] menu → [PROJECTOR NAME? Projector name query xxxxx NAME]. Manufacturer name INF1? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query PT-VMZ82 INF2? Model name query PT-VMZ72 Returns model name. PT-VMZ62 Other information INF0? xxxxx Returns information such as version number.
Page 195: Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information
Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical information Parameter/ Class Command Control details response Remark string SNUM ? Serial number query xxxxxxxxx Returns serial number. SVER ? Software version query xxxxxxxxx Returns version number. COMPUTER HDMI1 HDMI2 INNM ? Input name query Returns input name.
Page 196: Control Commands Via Lan
Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical information Control commands via LAN You can also control via the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN> terminal or <LAN> terminal by using the control command format via the <SERIAL IN> terminal. For examples of the available commands, refer to “Control command” (x page 201). Note f Setting the password of the administrator account is required (x page 120) for sending and receiving the commands via LAN.
Page 197: Received Data
Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical information r Received data Header Data section Termination symbol Command ‘0’ ‘0’ Control command (CR) example 0x30 0x30 (ASCII string) 0x0d Data length 1 byte 1 byte Undefined length 1 byte f Example: The projector is powered on “00001”...
Page 198 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical information r Transmitted data Header Data section Termination symbol Command ‘0’ ‘0’ Control command (CR) example 0x30 0x30 (ASCII string) 0x0d Data length 1 byte 1 byte Undefined length 1 byte f Example: Transmission of power supply status acquisition command “00QPW”...
Page 199: Serial In> Terminal
Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical information <SERIAL IN> terminal The <SERIAL IN> terminal of the projector conforms with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer. Connection When connecting directly Projector connecting terminals Computer D-Sub 9p (female) D-Sub 9p (male) Communication cable (straight)
Page 200: Basic Format
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)
Page 201: Cable Specification
Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical information Cable specification When connected to a computer NC NC Computer Projector NC NC (DTE specifications) (<SERIAL IN> terminal) 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...
Page 202: Computer In> Terminal Pin Assignments And Signal Names
Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical information <COMPUTER IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names Outside view Pin No. Signal names Pin No. Signal names +5 V — DDC data HD/SYNC DDC clock 202 - ENGLISH...
Page 203: Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications
Changeable lens Light source Laser diode Screen size 0.76 m (30") to 7.62 m (300") When [PICTURE MODE] is set to [DYNAMIC], PT-VMZ82 8 000 lm [LIGHT POWER] is set to [NORMAL], PT-VMZ72 7 300 lm Light output [DAYLIGHT VIEW] is set to [OFF], and [AUTO...
Page 204 WIRELESS/DC OUT)> AJ-WM50 Series) connection/power supply (DC 5 V, maximum 2 A) terminal <SERIAL IN> terminal D-Sub 9 p x 1, RS-232C compliant, for computer control PT-VMZ82 39 dB When [LIGHT POWER] in [ECO MANAGEMENT] PT-VMZ72 37 dB is set to [NORMAL] or [ECO].
Page 205 100 V - 240 V ~ (100 V - 240 V alternating current), 50 Hz/60 Hz (for other countries and regions) 3.7 A (for Taiwan) PT-VMZ82 4.2 A - 1.7 A (for other countries and regions) 3.2 A (for Taiwan)
Page 206: Dimensions
Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications Dimensions Unit : mm (inch) 399 (15-23/32") 104 (4-3/32") 255 (10-1/32") 29 (1-5/32") 206 - ENGLISH...
Page 207: List Of Compatible Signals
Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications List of compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals that the projector can project. 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.
Page 208 Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications Scanning freq. Compatible signal Signal name Resolution Dot clock Signal type Horizontal Vertical (SIGNAL FORMAT) (dots) freq. (MHz) COMPUTER HDMI / DIGITAL LINK (kHz) (Hz) 1600 x 1200/60 1 600 x 1 200 75.0 60.0 162.0 1680 x 1050/60 1 680 x 1 050...
Page 209 Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications List of plug and play compatible signals The following table specifies the image signals compatible with plug and play. Signal with l in the plug and play compatible signal column is the signal described in the EDID (extended display identification data) of the projector.
Page 210 Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications Scanning freq. Plug and play compatible signal Signal name Resolution Dot clock freq. Horizontal Vertical HDMI / DIGITAL (SIGNAL FORMAT) (dots) (MHz) COMPUTER (kHz) (Hz) LINK 1920 x 810/60 1 920 x 810 51.7 60.0 107.0 ―...
Page 211: Chapter 7 Appendix - Precautions For Attaching The Ceiling Mount Bracket
Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation or the inappropriate choice of location for installation, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.
Page 212: Index
Index Index [PROJECTOR NAME] ........119 [PROJECTOR SETUP] ........95 About Presenter Light ........138 [GAMMA] ............70 [P-TIMER] ............90 Accessing from the web browser .....139 <P-TIMER> button Accessories ............25 Remote control ........27, 61 <AC IN> terminal ..........29 <HDMI1> button [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] ......120 Remote control ..........27 [ADVANCED MENU] .........71 <HDMI2>...
Page 213 Fabricado por: Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation 2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8503, 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 ENGLISH - 213...
Page 214 2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8503, Japon Importateur : Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Allemagne Français Représentant autorisé dans l’UE : Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hambourg, Allemagne Arna dhéanamh ag : Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation 2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8503, An tSeapáin...
Page 215 2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8503, 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 Projector & Display Corporation 2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8503, Japan Importør: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH...
Page 216 Tarafından Üretilmiştir: Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation 2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8503, Japonya İthalatçı: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Türkçe Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Almanya AB Yetkili Temsilcisi: Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Almanya...
Page 217 Panasonic Testing Centre 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 Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation Web Site : https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector © Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation 2025 Panasonic Projector &...

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