Model No. PT-LX30HU PT-LW25HU Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. For information on using the product via a network, refer to “Operating Instructions – Network Operations”.
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Power Supply: This Projector is designed to operate on 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz AC, house current only. CAUTION: The AC power cord which is supplied with the projector as an accessory can only be used for power supplies up to 125 V, 10 A.
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FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-LX26HU/PT-LX30HU/PT-LW25HU Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Telephone number: (877)803-8492 E-mail: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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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. If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
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If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Defects in the ceiling mount bracket will result in falling accidents. Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down.
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Read this first! WARNING: ACCESSORIES Do not use or handle the batteries improperly, and refer to the following. Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. Do not use unspecified batteries. Do not disassemble dry cell batteries. Do not heat the batteries or place them into water or fire.
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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 and remove the batteries from the remote control.
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Read this first! Brazil Only Brasil Apenas Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento.
Quick steps Auto Setup Function For details, see the corresponding pages. This function enables [Input search], 1. Set up your projector. [Auto Keystone] correction and [Auto Æ page 21) PC adjustment] by pressing the <AUTO SETUP> button. Direct Power Off Function 2.
Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 8) Basic operations by using the remote Important Information control........... 33 Read this first! ........... 2 Using the AUTO SETUP function ......... 33 Switching the input signal ..........33 Contents ...........
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Contents Contrast ................ 45 Fan control ..............57 Brightness ..............45 Video delay control ............57 Color ................45 Lamp runtime ............... 57 Tint ................45 Filter counter ..............58 Iris ................45 Warning log ..............58 Color temp..............46 AMX D.D.
Precautions for Use Cautions when transporting 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. Do not transport the projector with the adjustable foot extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable foot. Cautions when installing Do not set up the projector outdoors.
Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. Change your password periodically. Panasonic or its affiliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer. Do not tell your password in case you receive such an inquiry. The connecting network must be secured by firewall or others.
It is recommended to have authorized engineer or your dealer replace the lamp unit. Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany - ENGLISH...
Precautions for Use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers in the brackets ( ) show the number of accessories. Remote control unit (x1) Power cord (x1) CD-ROM (x1) Batteries (AAA/R03 type) (6451051677) (6103581217) (6103579740) (x2) (for remote control unit) AC power cord holder...
Precautions for Use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow. [: Instructions/List (PDF), : Software] Operating Instructions – Projector Operations. Operating Instructions – Network Operations. Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software 2.6(Windows) ...
About Your Projector Projector body (11) (10) (12) (13) ( 1 ) Remote control signal receiver ( 2 ) Projection Lens ( 3 ) Air intake port ( 4 ) AC IN ( 5 ) Air outlet port Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do •...
About Your Projector Control panel (3) <AUTO SETUP> Button Execute the setting of Auto setup in the [setting] menu. (4) < > Button Turn the projector on/off. (5) <STANDBY(R)/ON(G)> indicator Indicate the power status. (6) <MENU> Button Display the MENU screen. ( page 36) Æ...
Using Remote control Using Remote control Installing and Removing batteries Open the cover Install batteries and close the cover (Insert the – side first.) Remove the batteries in the reverse order of installation. Setting Remote control ID numbers When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using single remote control, if unique ID number is assigned to each projector.
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. Mounting on the ceiling and Setting on a desk/floor and projecting forward projecting from rear (Using translucent screen) Mounting on the ceiling and Setting on a desk/floor and...
Setting up Screen size and throw distance Place the projector referring Projected image to the diagram on the right and the figures of throwing Screen distance. You can adjust the L (LW/LT) display size. L (LW/LT) * Projection distance (m) Height of the projection area (m) L (LW/LT) Width of the projection area (m)
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Setting up Projection distance for PT-LX26HU (All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.) Projection size For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio Minimum distance Maximum distance Minimum distance Maximum distance Screen diagonal (SD) (LW) (LT) (LW)
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Setting up Projection distance for PT-LX30HU (All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.) Projection size For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio Minimum distance Maximum distance Minimum distance Maximum distance Screen diagonal (SD) (LW) (LT) (LW)
Setting up Adjusting front adjustable foot Lift the front of the projector and press the foot lock latch on the projector. Release the foot lock latch to lock the adjustable foot and rotate the adjustable foot to a proper height and tilt. You can turn the front adjustable foot to extend it.
Basi Connections Before connecting to the projector Read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. Turn off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. If any connection cable is not supplied with the device, or if no optional cable is available for connection of the device, prepare a necessary system connection cable to suit the device.
ic Operation Powering ON/OFF Connecting the power cord Be sure to insert the attached power cord securely to its base to prevent it from coming off. Power cord holder A power cord holder is designed to prevent the AC power cord from coming off the projector. Please insert the power cord into the power cord holder correctly as Picture (1) shown: AC Power cord holder Clamp...
Powering ON/OFF STANDBY(R)/ON(G) indicator The <STANDBY(R)/ON(G)> indicator informs you the status of the power. Confirm the status of the <STANDBY(R)/ON(G)> indicator before operating the projector. STANDBY(R)/ON(G) indicator Indicator status Status No illumination or flashing The power cord is unplugged. The power cord is plugged. The projector is in stand-by mode, after the cooling is completed.
Powering ON/OFF Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The <STANDBY(R)/ON(G)> indicator lights red. Open the lens cap. Press the <...
Powering ON/OFF Enter a PIN code Press ▲▼ to enter a number. Press ► to fix the PIN Code Input Dialog Box number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to . If you fixed an incorrect number, use the Point ◄...
Powering ON/OFF Turning Off the Projector Press the < > button on the control panel or the remote control, and Power off? appears on the screen. Power off? disappears after 4 seconds. Press the < > button on the control panel or the remote control again to turn off the projector.
Projecting Æ Check the connections of the peripheral devices and connection of the power cord ( page 27) and switch on the Æ power ( page 29) to start the projector. Select the image and adjust the state of the image. Selecting the image Select an input signal.
Basic operations by using the remote control Switches to Computer 1(RGB)/ COMPUTER 1 Computer 1(Scart) input. Switches to Computer 2(RGB) COMPUTER 2 input. VIDEO Switches to Video input. Switches to Computer 1(S-video) S-VIDEO input. Switches to Computer 1 COMPONENT (Component) input. Using the SCREEN button This function allows you to select screen mode or change the screen size.
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the FREEZE function Operation Screen image You can freeze the projected image and stop the Reduce the sound temporarily, regardless of the playing condition upper width of the connected device. with press ▲...
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the P-TIMER button Controlling the volume of the speaker Press the <P-TIMER> button on the remote control to operate the [Count up/Count down] function. You can control the volume of the projector’s speaker. Button Buttons Press <P-TIMER>...
Menu Navigation Press ► or the <SELECT> button. Navigating through the menu The submenu appears so that you can select the sub-menu item. Operating procedure Press the <MENU> button. The Main Menu screen appears. Press ▲▼ to select the desired sub- menu item.
Menu Navigation Main menu Sub menu The main menu consists of the following 9 menu The sub-menu screen of the selected main menu items. appears, and you can set and adjust the various items When a main menu item is selected, the screen in the submenu.
Menu Navigation Image adjust [ Setting [ Sub-menu item Factory default Page Sub-menu item Factory Default Page Contrast Language English Brightness Menu position Center Color* Auto setup Tint* Background Blue Iris Display Color temp. Logo Terminal Computer 2 Green Power management Shutdown Blue Direct on...
Input menu adjustment function works to display proper Select [Input] from the Main Menu (see images. If the image is not projected “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), properly, a manual adjustment is required. then select the item from the sub-menu. There is no signal input from the computer.
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Input menu Component Auto The projector automatically detects an incoming video signal, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNAL FORMAT If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a specific component video signal format among [480i], [576i], [480p], [576p], [720p], [1035i] and [1080i].
AUTO PC adjust AUTO PC adjust Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), then select the item from the sub-menu. Control Panel Remote Control AUTO PC adj. [Auto PC adjustment] function is provided to automatically adjust [Fine sync], [Total dots], [Horizontal] and [Vertical] positions to conform to your computer.
Manual PC adjust Manual PC adjust Horizontal Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Horizontal]. Press the <SELECT> button to display Control Panel Remote Control the adjustment dialog box.
Manual PC adjust Current mode Reset To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return Press ▲▼ to select [Current mode]. to their previous figures. Press ► or the <SELECT> button Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. to enter the next submenu to show Press the <SELECT>...
Image select Blackboard(Green) Select [Image select] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), For the image projected on a blackboard. then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Blackboard(Green)] and then press the <SELECT> button. This mode helps enhance the image projected Remote Control Control Panel...
Image adjust Image adjust Color Select [Image adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Color]. Press the <SELECT> button to display Remote Control Control Panel the adjustment dialog box.
Image adjust Color temp. Blue Press ▲▼ to select [Color temp.]. Press ▲▼ to select [Blue]. Press the <SELECT> button to display Press the <SELECT> button to display the adjustment dialog box. the adjustment dialog box. Press ◄► to select the desired Color Press ◄►...
Image adjust Noise reduction Reset To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return Press ▲▼ to select [Noise reduction]. to their previous figures. Press the <SELECT> button to display Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. the adjustment dialog box. Press the <SELECT> button. Press ◄►...
Screen Screen True Select [Screen] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), Provide the image in its original size. When the then select the item from the sub-menu. original image size is larger or smaller than the panel size , the projector enters to the panning mode Remote Control...
Screen <SELECT> button. Custom adj. To exit the Digital zoom +/– mode, press any button except the <D.ZOOM +/–>, <SELECT> and ▲▼◄► Adjust the screen scale and position manually with buttons. this function. Press ▲▼ to select [Custom adj.]. To return to the previous screen size, select a screen size from the Screen Size Adjustment Menu or select Press ►...
Screen Ceiling Reset This function is used to project the image from a To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return ceiling-mounted projector. to their previous figures. Press ▲▼ to select [Reset] and then Press ▲▼ to select [Ceiling] and then press the <SELECT>...
Sound Sound Select [Sound] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), then select the item from the sub-menu. Remote Control Control Panel Volume Press ▲▼ to select [Volume] and then Press the <SELECT> button. Press ◄► to adjust the volume. Adjustment Operation Adjustment...
Setting Setting Menu position Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), This function is used to change the position of the On- then select the item from the sub-menu. Screen Menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Menu position]. Remote Control Control Panel Press the <SELECT>...
Setting Auto keystone The [factory default setting] is in this option. *2 : Use this function when you want to project the image as early as possible even when the lamp Auto Always works and corrects keystone is not bright enough. distortion according to the projector's tilt.
Setting Press ▲▼ and then press the Logo PIN code change <SELECT> button to select one mode Logo PIN code can be changed to your desired four- among the items as below. digit number. Press ▲▼ to select [Logo PIN code Ready When the lamp has been fully cooled change].
Setting [Stop] on the [screen] menu, then the indication Note changes into [Restart]. Press the <SELECT> When selecting [Network], the cooling fans may be button at [Restart] to resume [Count up] or [Count running depending on the temperature inside the down].
Setting Key lock Lamp power This function locks the control panel and remote This function allows you to change brightness of the control buttons to prevent operation by unauthorized screen. persons. Press ▲▼ to select [Lamp power] and Press ▲▼ to select the desired items then press the <SELECT>...
Setting Video delay control This function allows you to make a digital processing Press ▲▼ to select [Fan] and then of a projected image faster. Press <SELECT> button. Press ▲▼ to select [Video delay Press ▲▼ to select one option . control] and then press the <SELECT>...
Setting Filter counter Warning log This function is used to set a frequency for the filter This function records anomalous operations while the replacement. projector is in operation and use it when diagnosing faults. Press ▲▼ to select [Filter counter]. Press ▲▼...
Information Information Lamp power Select [Information] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 36), The selected lamp mode is displayed. then select the item from the sub-menu. Lamp runtime Remote Control Control Panel The cumulative lamp operating time is displayed. Power management [Off ], [ Ready] or [Shut down], and [Timer] are displayed.
LAMP and WARNING Indicators LAMP and WARNING Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, the <STANDBY(R)/ON(G)>, <LAMP> and/or <WARNING> indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. CAUTION Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Turning off the projector”. Æ...
Replacement Before replacing the unit When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect Æ the power plug from the wall outlet. ( pages 29, 31) Æ Be sure to observe the procedure “Turing off the projector” ( page 31) when performing power supply operation.
Replacement Attention Turn off the power before you replace the air filter unit. When attaching the air filter unit, make sure that the projector is stable, and work in an environment that is safe, even in the event of the air filter unit dropping. Do not operate the projector with the filter removed.
Replacement Lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component. You can check the total usage time using Lamp runtime in the [Information] menu on page 59. It is recommended to ask an authorized engineer to replace the lamp unit. Contact your dealer. Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAL100).
Replacement Replacing the Lamp unit CAUTION: When the projector is mounted on a ceiling, do not work with your face close to the projector. Attach the lamp unit and the lamp cover securely. When you experience difficulty in installing the lamp, remove it and try again. If you use force to install the lamp, the connector may be damaged.
Replacement Attaching the Lens Cap When moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period of time, attach the lens cap. Attach the lens cap according to the following procedures. Thread the string through the hole on the lens cap and then tie a knot in the string to secure it in place.
Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Reference Problem Cause page The power cord may not be connected. — No electric supply is at the wall outlet. — Power does not turn The circuit breakers have tripped. —...
Technical Information Serial terminal The <SERIAL IN> terminal conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector. Connection Connecting terminals on projector Computer D-Sub 9-pin (male) D-Sub 9-pin (female) Communication cable Pin assignments and signal names...
Technical Information Basic format Transmission from the computer begins with STX, then the command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. Colon (1 byte) Parameter Start 3 command (undefined length) characters (1 byte) (1 byte) (3 bytes)
Technical Information Cable specifications [When connected to a computer] Computer (DTE Projector specifications) Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available: [Projector control command] Command Control contents Remarks Power [ON] Power [OFF] (Parameter) VID = Video SVD = Computer 1 (S –video) INPUT selection RG1 = Computer 1 (RGB)
Technical Information Other terminal Pin assignments and signal names of <COMPUTER IN 1/COMPONENT IN/S-VIDEO> terminal Pin No. Signal names Outside view R/PR/S-C G/G - SYNC/Y/S-Y DDC data HD/SYNC : Not assigned DDC clock : GND terminals Pin assignments and signal names of <COMPUTER IN 2/MONITOR OUT> terminal Pin No.
Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projectors. Format : V = VIDEO, S = S-VIDEO, C = COMPUTER, Y = YP Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency...
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Technical Information Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency Format (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V(Hz) COMPUTER LW25HU LX30HU LX26HU 48.36 60.00 65.00 68.677 84.977 94.504 ○ 60.023 75.03 78.75 ○ 56.476 70.07 75.00 ○ 60.31 74.92 79.252 48.50...
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Technical Information Scanning Picture Display Dot clock frequency quality * Mode resolution * frequency Format (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V(Hz) COMPUTER LW25HU LX30HU LX26HU 75.00 60.00 162.00 ○ 81.25 65.00 175.50 UXGA 1600 x 1200 87.5 70.00 189.00 ○ 93.75 75.00 202.50 47.776...
Specifications Model No. PT-LW25HU PT-LX30HU PT-LX26HU Power supply AC100 V - 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 100 V - 240 V 3.5 A-2.0 A 297 W When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [ECO]: 0.52W Power consumption When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [Network]: 8.6W 1.5 cm(0.59") 1.6 cm(0.63") 1.4 cm(0.55")
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Specifications Model No. PT-LW25HU PT-LX30HU PT-LX26HU 1 (D-sub 15 pin female) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (When G-SYNC: 1.0 [p-p] 75 Ω COMPUTER 1 IN/ HD/SYNC TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible COMPONENT IN/ VD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible S-VIDEO IN signal] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] including synchronization signal, P...
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Specifications Dimensions <Unit : mm> 349.0 13.74" 172.4 (6.79") Actual dimension may differ by product. Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Installation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be carried by a qualified technician. Even if it is during guaranteed period, the manufacturer is not responsible for any hazard or damage caused by using a ceiling mount bracket which is not purchased from an authorized distributors, or environmental conditions.
Index Input search ........52 Sound ..........51 Installing and Removing batteries ..20 Specifications .........74 About Your Projector.......17 Accessories ........15 Iris ...........45 Standard .........44 Standby mode ........54 Adjusting front adjustable foot ..25 STANDBY(R)/ON(G) indicator ..28 AMX D.D.........58 Keystone........33, 49 Attaching the Lens Cap ....65 Sub menu ........37 Switching the input signal ....33 AUTO PC adjust ......41...