Panasonic LB80U - XGA LCD Projector Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

LCD Projector
Commercial Use
PT-LB80NTU
Model No.
PT-LB80U
PT-LB78U
PT-LB75NTU
PT-LB75U
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
TQBJ0244-3
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NGLISH

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions LCD Projector Commercial Use PT-LB80NTU Model No. PT-LB80U PT-LB78U PT-LB75NTU PT-LB75U Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. TQBJ0244-3 NGLISH...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Notice

    We hope it will help you to get the most out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector. The serial number of your product may be found on its bottom. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is required.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Notice

    To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer and/or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick steps Important Information Important Safety Notice ..........2 1. Set up your projector Precautions with regard to safety......6 See “Setting up” on page 15. WARNINGS ..............6 CAUTIONS................ 7 Cautions when transporting ..........8 Cautions when installing ........... 9 Cautions on use ..............
  • Page 5 Contents Settings Appendix Menu Navigation ............27 Technical Information ..........44 Navigating through the MENU ........27 List of compatible signals ..........44 Main menu and Sub-menu..........28 Serial terminal..............45 PICTURE menu............30 Computer connection guidance........46 Screen size and throw distance for 16:9 aspect ratio..47 PICTURE MODE ............
  • Page 6: Precautions With Regard To Safety

    Precautions with regard to safety WARNINGS If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming Insert the power plug securely into the wall outlet. from the projector, disconnect the power plug from If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or the wall outlet.
  • Page 7: Cautions

    Precautions with regard to safety Do not place your skin into the light beam while the Do not place your hands or other objects close to the projector is being used. air outlet port. Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you Heated air comes out of the air outlet port.
  • Page 8: Cautions When Transporting

    Precautions with regard to safety Do not short-circuit, heat or disassemble the Do not put your weight on this projector. batteries or place them into water or fire. You could fall or the projector could break, and injury Failure to observe this may cause the batteries to may result.
  • Page 9: Cautions When Installing

    Precautions with regard to safety Cautions when installing Avoid setting up in places which are subject to If installing the projector to the ceiling, ask a vibration or shocks. qualified technician to carry out all installation work. The internal parts can be damaged, which may cause You will need to purchase the separate installation kit.
  • Page 10: Accessories

    Precautions with regard to safety Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Remote control for Remote control for AA batteries for Remote Power cord secure lock PT-LB80NTU / PT-LB80U / LB78U / control (x2) (x1) TTRA0185 LB75NTU (x1) LB75U (x1) N2QAYB000260...
  • Page 11: Read This First

    Read this first Minimum required setting screen When you start the projection for the first time or after the projector is initialized, the minimum required setting screen for projection will be displayed. LANGUAGE INSTALLATION Press I H buttons of the remote control or control Select the required language setting.
  • Page 12: About Your Projector

    About Your Projector Projector body Top and front view Zoom-Focus ring cover Cover the zoom and focus rings to protect from dust. Zoom ring (page 22) Focus ring (page 22) Air intake port Indicators POWER LOCK indicator (page 21) POWER indicator (page 21) LAMP indicator (page 39) TEMP indicator (page 39) Ambient Luminance Sensor (ALS)
  • Page 13: About Your Projector

    About Your Projector Back and bottom view Burglar hook port Attach a commercial burglar prevention cable. Security lock Attach the commercial shackle lock, Remote control signal receptor Lamp unit compartment manufactured by Kensington, to (page 23) (page 41) protect your projector. Compatible with the Kensington MicroSaver Security System.
  • Page 14: Remote Control

    About Your Projector Remote control POWER button Detect the input signal and the Switch between stand-by setting of POSITION, DOT mode and projection mode. CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE (page 19/page 20) in POSITION menu will be adjusted automatically for The PAGE buttons are only COMPUTER signals.
  • Page 15: Setting Up

    Setting up Screen size and throw distance You can adjust the projection size with 1.2x zoom lens. Calculate and define the throw distance as follows. Projected image Screen Projection size Throw distance (L) Throw distance (L) (4 : 3) PT-LB80NTU / LB80U PT-LB78U / LB75NTU / LB75U Screen diagonal Minimum distance...
  • Page 16: Projection Method

    Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following 4 projection methods. To set the desired method in the projector, See “INSTALLATION” on page 35. Setting on a desk/floor and Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from front projecting from rear INSTALLATION: FRONT/DESK...
  • Page 17: Connections

    Connections Before connection to the projector Read and follow the operating and connecting instructions of each peripheral device. The peripheral devices must be turned off. One RGB cable is provided with the projector. If necessary, prepare commercial connecting cables that match with the projector and each peripheral device terminals.
  • Page 18: Switching The Projector On/Off

    Switching the projector on/off Power cord Connecting Disconnecting 1. Make sure the shape of the power plug and the 1. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. AC IN terminal on the back of the projector match, 2. Depress the latch and slide the cover off. then push the plug all the way in.
  • Page 19: Switching On The Projector

    Switching the projector on/off Switching on the projector Before switching on the projector, make sure the power cord and all the other devices are connected correctly. See “Connections” on page 17 and “Power cord” on page 18. By control panel operation By remote control operation Make sure CONTROL PANEL in OPTION menu is 1.
  • Page 20: Switching Off The Projector

    Switching the projector on/off Switching off the projector By control panel operation By remote control operation Make sure the CONTROL PANEL setting in 1. Press the POWER button. OPTION menu is set to VALID. The confirmation screen will be displayed. Without any operation for 10 seconds or press any 1.
  • Page 21: Power And Power Lock Indicators

    Switching the projector on/off POWER and POWER LOCK indicators The POWER indicator informs you the status of the power and the POWER LOCK indicator shows the status of the RELEASE button. When the LAMP and/or TEMP indicators are flashing, the POWER and POWER LOCK indicators will not light. POWER LOCK indicator POWER...
  • Page 22: Projecting An Image

    Projecting an image Selecting the input signal 1. Switch on the connected devices. NOTE: Press the play button of the required device. 2. Detect the input signal automatically. • If the SIGNAL SEARCH in OPTION menu is deactivated, select the required input method by 3.
  • Page 23: Remote Control Operation

    Remote control operation Operating range You can operate the projector with the remote control within the remote range 15 m (49'2"), approximately ± 30° vertically and horizontally. Facing to the projector Make sure the remote control emitter is facing to the remote control signal receptor of the projector when pressing the buttons to operate.
  • Page 24: Switching The Input Signal

    Remote control operation Switching the input signal Pressing the WIRELESS button You can switch the input method manually by pressing the COMPUTER, WIRELESS The WIRELESS button is only for PT-LB80NTU/ (PT-LB80NTU/PT-LB75NTU only) and PT-LB75NTU. VIDEO buttons. Press the required button See CD-ROM contents for more detailed information.
  • Page 25: Projecting An Image In Index-Window Mode

    Remote control operation Projecting an image in INDEX-WINDOW mode Changing the image size You can project an image split in 2 windows as an INDEX-WINDOW. One is frozen and Press F G to capture a new image and change stored in memory, and displayed on the the size in 3ways.
  • Page 26: Enlarging The Centered Area

    Remote control operation Enlarging the centered area Shifting the center point You can enlarge the projected image down to a centered area for emphasizing within Press F G I H to shift the center point. the range of 1x to 2x. Enlarging the image 1.
  • Page 27: Settings

    Menu Navigation The menu system allows you to access functions which do not have their own dedicated buttons on the remote control. The menu options are structured and categorized. You can navigate through the menu with F G H I buttons.
  • Page 28: Main Menu And Sub-Menu

    Menu Navigation Main menu and Sub-menu The main menu has 6 options. Select the required menu item and press ENTER to display the sub-menu. Underlined items are factory default settings. NOTE: • Some default settings vary by the selected input signal. •...
  • Page 29 Menu Navigation DETAILED SETUP page 36 OPTION OSD DESIGN TYPE1 TYPE2 INPUT GUIDE page 34 TYPE3 DETAILED SIMPLE SXGA MODE SXGA+ SXGA STARTUP LOGO page 34 BLACKBOARD USER BACK COLOR COMPUTER2 SELECT page 34 BLUE BLACK INPUT OUTPUT VOLUME (Default: 20) RGB/YP page 34 AUDIO BALANCE (Default: 0)
  • Page 30: Picture Menu

    PICTURE menu COLOR Remote control Control panel You can adjust the color saturation of the projected image. (Available with signals of VIDEO/S-VIDEO/ MENU RETURN only) Lighter Darker See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27. See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28. PICTURE MODE TINT Depending on the projection environment, you can use...
  • Page 31: Detailed Setup

    PICTURE menu STILL MODE DETAILED SETUP You can reduce the vertical flicker when projecting a still image. You can perform more detailed image adjustment OFF: Deactive manually. Active For S-VIDEO/VIDEO signals NOTE: TV-SYSTEM • Set to OFF when projecting a moving image. When the video signal is changed, the setting NOISE REDUCTION switches automatically.
  • Page 32: Position Menu

    POSITION menu DOT CLOCK Remote control Control panel If you have interference patterns of the projected image, which is sometimes referred to as moire or noise, you MENU RETURN can minimize it by pressing I H to adjust the clock frequency.
  • Page 33: Frame Lock

    POSITION menu 16:9 THROUGH The squeezed signal will be projected in 16:9 ratio. The image will be projected without any size adjustment. AUTO S4:3 The signal which contains an identifying signal will The input signal will be sized down 75 % and be detected and automatically project the image in projected.
  • Page 34: Option Menu

    OPTION menu 1. Select USER and press the ENTER button. Remote control Control panel 2. Select the required line to enter or edit the original text, and press the ENTER button. 3. Use F G I H to specify the location of the required character and press the ENTER button.
  • Page 35: Lamp Power

    OPTION menu LAMP POWER AUTO SETUP You can adjust the power of the lamp to save electricity, You can turn off the automatic AUTO SETUP prolong the lamp life and reduce the noise. adjustment system. STANDARD When higher luminance is required AUTO When the projector detect a ECO-MODE...
  • Page 36: Closed Caption Setting

    OPTION menu CLOSED CAPTION SETTING DETAILED SETUP If the input signal contains closed captions, you can turn You can perform more detailed setting in various items. on the feature and switch the channels. OSD DESIGN CLOSED CAPTION You can change the background color of the menu. Deactive Press I H to select the required option.
  • Page 37: Security Menu

    SECURITY menu PASSWORD CHANGE Remote control Control panel You can change the password operation to your original. 1. Press a series of button operation up to 8 as a MENU RETURN password by using F G I and H buttons. 2.
  • Page 38: Wireless Menu

    WIRELESS menu Items in WIRELESS menu Remote control Control panel In WIRELESS menu, the following items are available. NETWORK MENU RETURN NAME CHANGE INPUT PASSWORD PASSWORD CHANGE NETWORK STANDBY WEB CONTROL See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27. LIVE MODE CUT IN See “Main menu and Sub-menu”...
  • Page 39: Lamp And Temp Indicators

    LAMP and TEMP Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur with the projector, the LAMP and/or TEMP indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. 1. Confirm the status of all indicators and projector, and switch off the projector in proper way.
  • Page 40: Care And Replacement

    Care and Replacement Cleaning the projector Before cleaning the projector Switch off the projector and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. Unplug all the cables from the projector. Cleaning the outer surface of the projector Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft cloth. If it is difficult to remove the dirt, soak a cloth with water, wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector.
  • Page 41: Replacing The Lamp Unit

    Care and Replacement Replacing the Lamp unit The lamp unit, ET-LAB80 is consumable and you must replace it regularly. It is recommended that a qualified technician carry the lamp unit replacement and consult with an Authorized Service Center. When to replace the Lamp unit When the lamp is consumed, the brightness may decrease over time.
  • Page 42: Resetting The Lamp Runtime

    Care and Replacement Replacement procedure Removing and replacing the lamp unit 1. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen the 2 3. Pull the used lamp unit gently from the projector. lamp unit cover fixing screws on the back of the Grip the handle and keep the lamp unit paralleled when you remove the lamp.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Should any problem persist, contact your dealer. Reference Problem Cause page The power cord may not be connected securely. No electric supply at the wall outlet. TEMP indicator is lit or flashes. Power does not turn on. LAMP indicator is lit or flashes. The lamp unit cover has not been securely installed.
  • Page 44: Technical Information

    Technical Information List of compatible signals Scanning Display Dot clock Picture frequency resolution Mode frequency Terminals quality (MHz) (dots) H (kHz) V (Hz) NTSC/NTSC 4.43/ 720 x 480i 15.7 59.9 PAL-M/PAL60 VIDEO/S-VIDEO PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 15.6 50.0 525i (480i) 720 x 480i 15.7 59.9...
  • Page 45: Serial Terminal

    Technical Information Serial terminal The serial connector which is on the connector panel of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connecter. Connection D-sub 9 pin (male) Serial terminal (female) Computer...
  • Page 46: Computer Connection Guidance

    INPUT GUIDE is set to DETAILED, the computer connection guidance will be displayed. Manufacturer Key command Manufacturer Key command Manufacturer Key command TOSHIBA SONY Panasonic SHARP Apple EPSON FUJITSU Other DELL NOTE: • The computer connection guidance will disappear after 5 minutes.
  • Page 47: Screen Size And Throw Distance For 16:9 Aspect Ratio

    Technical Information Screen size and throw distance for 16:9 aspect ratio Projection size Throw distance (L) Throw distance (L) (16 : 9) PT-LB80NTU / LB80U PT-LB78U / LB75NTU / LB75U Screen diagonal Minimum distance Maximum distance Minimum distance Maximum distance (SD) (LW) (LT)
  • Page 48: Specifications

    Technical Information Specifications Power supply AC 100 - 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 300 W Power consumption During standby (when fan is stopped): 4 W Amps 3.5 A - 1.2 A Panel size (diagonal) 0.63 type (16.00 mm) Aspect ratio 4 : 3 LCD panel Display method...
  • Page 49 Technical Information Single - line, Mini DIN 4p S-VIDEO IN Ω Y: 1.0 V [p-p], C: 0.286 V [p-p], 75 Single - line, RCA pin jack VIDEO IN Ω 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Single - line, D - sub HD 15-pin (female) RGB input/output Ω...
  • Page 50: Dimensions

    Technical Information Dimensions (14 - 15/32") Unit: mm 3 - 15/32" 88.6 103.6 4 - 1/16" 194.4 7 - 5/8" Trademark acknowledgements VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
  • Page 51: Index

    Index DIGITAL ZOOM ............26 Remote control AC IN ................13 ..........14 Remote control button Accessories ..............10 Dimensions ..............50 Air exhaust port ............... 13 Direct power off .............. 18 Air filter DIRECT POWER ON ..............40 Cleaning ..............
  • Page 52 Index STARTUP LOGO ............34 STILL MODE ..............31 Navigation buttons Sub-menu ............... 28 ............ 12 Control panel button S-VIDEO IN ..............13 ..........14 Remote control button SXGA MODE ..............36 NOISE REDUCTION ............31 Technical Information ............44 OPTION menu ..............
  • Page 53: Avis Important Concernant La Sécurité

    Nous espérons qu'elle vous aidera à optimiser l'utilisation de votre nouveau produit et que vous serez satisfait de votre projecteur LCD Panasonic. Le numéro de série de votre produit se trouve sous le projecteur. Veuillez le noter dans l'espace ci-dessous prévu à cet effet et conserver cette notice en cas de maintenance requise.
  • Page 54 PT-LB80NTU / PT-LB80U / PT-LB78U / PT-LB75NTU / PT-LB75U Désignation commerciale:Panasonic Fabricant responsable: Panasonic Corporation of North America Adresse: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Téléphone: (888) 411 - 1996 Email: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com Cet appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC (Federal Communicaitions Commission U.S.A.) ce qui signifie: (1) que l'appareil ne produit pas d'interférences nuisibles, et (2) que l'appareil est capable de...
  • Page 55: Précautions De Sécurité

    Précautions de sécurité AVERTISSEMENTS Si l'on remarque une émission de fumée, d'odeurs Nettoyer la fiche du cordon d'alimentation régulière- suspectes ou de bruits provenant du projecteur, ment afin d'éviter toute accumulation de poussière. débrancher la fiche du cordon d'alimentation de la Si de la poussière s'accumule sur la fiche du cordon prise de courant.
  • Page 56: Mises En Garde

    Précautions de sécurité Veiller à ce que les bornes + et – des piles n'entrent Ne pas placer les mains ou autres objets près de pas en contact avec des objets métalliques tels que l'orifice de sortie d'air. colliers ou épingles à cheveux. De l'air chaud sort par l'orifice de sortie d'air.
  • Page 57: Précautions Lors Du Transport

    Précautions de sécurité Débrancher toujours tous les câbles avant de dé- Si vous n'utilisez pas le projecteur pendant une placer le projecteur. longue période de temps, débrancher la fiche du cor- Le fait de déplacer le projecteur avec des câbles don d'alimentation de la prise de courant, et retirer branchés peut endommager les câbles, ce qui pour- les piles de la télécommande.
  • Page 58: Précautions Lors De L'installation

    Précautions de sécurité Précautions lors de l'installation Éviter de l'installer dans les endroits sujets à des vi- Si le projecteur est installé au plafond, demander à brations ou à des chocs. un technicien qualifié de faire tous les travaux Les pièces internes peuvent être endommagées, ce d'installation.
  • Page 59: Remplacement De L'unité De La Lampe

    Remplacement de l'unité de la lampe L'unité de lampe ET-LAB80 a une certaine durée de vie et vous devez la remplacer régulièrement. Il est recommandé de faire remplacer l'unité de lampe par un technicien qualifié et de contacter un centre technique agréé. Délai de remplacement de l'Unité...
  • Page 60 Remplacement de l'unité de la lampe Procédure de remplacement Retirer et remplacer la lampe 1. Dévisser à l'aide d'un tournevis cruciforme les 5. Remettre la nouvelle unité de la lampe à son 2 vis de fixation du Couvercle de la lampe à emplacement.
  • Page 62 NOTE: This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Printed in Japan S0308-5039F(P) TQBJ0244-3...

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