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Panasonic PT-DS20KU Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DLP
Projector
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Model No.
Functional Manual
Commercial Use
PT-DZ21KU
PT-DS20KU
PT-DW17KU
pages 2 to 10).
ENGLISH
TQBJ0418-1

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Model No. PT-DS20KU PT-DW17KU Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. ■ Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” ( pages 2 to 10).

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Information Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3 FCC NOTICE (USA) Verification Model Number: PT-DZ21KU/PT-DS20KU/PT-DW17KU 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. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 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. z If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
  • Page 5 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. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
  • Page 6 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. z Use AA/R6 batteries. z Do not use unspecified batteries. z Do not use chargeable batteries.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 Read this first! CAUTION: „ VIEWING 3D VIDEO (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) Those with a medical history of oversensitivity to light, heart problems, or poor physical health should not view 3D images. This may lead to a worsening of medical conditions.
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 Read this first! Trademarks • Microsoft , Windows , Windows Vista , and Internet Explorer are the registered trademarks or trademarks of ® ® ® ® Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Mac, Mac OS, OS X, and Safari are the trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 11 2. Attach the projection lens mechanism design. (optional accessories) *1: For PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU. PT-DW17KU has a luminance of 17 000 lm. page 43)  Easy setup and improved serviceability ▶...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Connecting example: AV equipment ....45 [ZOOM] ............73 Connecting example: Computers .....47 [CLOCK PHASE] ..........74 [GEOMETRY] (PT-DZ21KU and Basic Operation PT-DS20KU only) ........74 [KEYSTONE] (PT-DW17KU only) ....76 Switching on/off the projector ....48 [ADVANCED MENU] ......... 77 Connecting the power cord ......48 [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY]......77 Power indicator ..........49...
  • Page 13 [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE] ... 124 [DVI-D IN] ............92 [NETWORK] menu ........125 [HDMI IN] ............93 [NETWORK SETUP] ........125 [SDI IN] (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ...93 [NETWORK CONTROL] ....... 125 [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] .........94 [NETWORK STATUS] ........125 [BACK COLOR] ..........95 Network connections ........
  • Page 14 <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal ......164 Two window display combination list ....165 Control device password ....... 166 Upgrade kit (only supports PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU) ........... 166 List of compatible signals ....... 167 Specifications ..........172 Dimensions ..........175 Ceiling mount bracket safeguards ..176 Index ............177...

  • Page 15: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for use Precautions for use Cautions when transporting z The projection lens (optional accessory) is susceptible to effects due to vibration or impact. Make sure to remove the lens when transporting. z When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Not doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
  • Page 16 Precautions for use ■ Do not use the projector tilted to the right or left Using the projector at a vertical angle that exceeds 15° may reduce product life or result in malfunction. ■ When installing and using the projector at an angle that exceeds 30° vertically, set [COOLING CONDITION] ( page 100).
  • Page 17 Precautions for use ▶ z Make a clearance of at least 5 mm (0.2") between the projector bottom and setting surface by inserting spacers (metallic) etc. between them. ▶ z The adjustable feet can be removed if not needed in the installation. However, do not use the screw holes where the adjustable feet was removed to fix the projector in place.

  • Page 18: Security

    ▶ z Change your password periodically. ▶ z Panasonic Corporation or its affiliate companies will never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge your password in case you receive such inquiries. ▶ z The connecting network must be secured by a firewall, etc.

  • Page 19: Accessories

    For license conditions related to software in (2) and (3), refer to the provisions of the software licenses (GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE and GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE) in the supplied CD-ROM. If you have any questions regarding the software, please contact us via email (sav.pj.gpl.pavc@ml.jp.panasonic.com). Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector.

  • Page 20: Optional Accessories

    ET-PFD510 Replacement lamp unit ET-LAD510 (1 pc), ET-LAD510F (4 pcs) Replacement lamp unit (for ET-LAD510P (1 pc), ET-LAD510PF (4 pcs) portrait mode) Replacement filter unit ET-EMF510 Smoke cut filter ET-SFR510 Upgrade kit ET-UK20 (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) 20 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 21: Start-Up Display

    If you press the <MENU> button in the initial setting (projector setup) screen, you can go back to the initial setting (display language) screen. z You can set [SCREEN FORMAT] and [SCREEN POSITION] for PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU. ENGLISH - 21...

  • Page 22: About Your Projector

    About your projector About your projector Remote control ■ Front ▶ (1) Remote control indicator (11) <AUTO SETUP> button Flashes if any button in the remote control is pressed. Automatically adjusts the image display position while projecting the image. (2) Power standby < > button [PROGRESS] is displayed on the screen while the image Sets the projector to the standby mode when the <MAIN is adjusted automatically.
  • Page 23 About your projector ■ Side ▶ ■ Top ▶ Remote control signal transmitter ■ Bottom ▶ Remote control wired terminal page 27)  (19) <LOCK> button Used to prevent unintended operation by careless pressing of the buttons and prevent draining the remote control batteries. Attention z Do not drop the remote control.

  • Page 24: Projector Body

    About your projector Projector body ■ Front ▶ (1) Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> The power indicator displays power status. (2) Lamp indicator <LAMP1> Displays the status of lamp 1. (3) Lamp indicator <LAMP2> Displays the status of lamp 2. (4) Lamp indicator <LAMP3>...

  • Page 25: Control Panel

    (8) <SDI 1/2> button Light switch for the connecting terminals and the control Switches to SDI input. panel. (Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) (17) Self-diagnosis display (9) Input selection terminal indicator Automatically shows errors and warnings, and their details. Indicator which shows the selected input terminal. This page 153) ...

  • Page 26: Connecting Terminals

    (5) <SDI IN 1> terminal / <SDI IN 2> terminal terminal This is a terminal to input the SDI signal. This is a terminal to input or output control signals when (Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) using the projector in 3D systems. (Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) (6) <HDMI IN> terminal This is a terminal to input the HDMI signal.

  • Page 27: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Using the remote control z The ID number set on the remote control will Inserting and removing the be stored unless it is set again. However, it will batteries be erased if the remote control is left with dead batteries.

  • Page 28: Setting Up

    Setting up Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following six projection methods. Select the appropriate method depending on the environment. ■ Mounting on the ceiling and ▶ ■ Setting on a desk/floor and ▶...

  • Page 29: Parts For Ceiling Mount (Optional)

    Setting up Parts for ceiling mount (optional) You can install the projector on the ceiling using the optional ceiling mount bracket (Model No.: ET-PKD510H (for high ceilings), or ET-PKD510S (for low ceilings). z Use only the ceiling mount brackets specified for this projector. z Refer to the installation manual for the ceiling mount bracket when installing the bracket and the projector.
  • Page 30 Setting up ■ [GEOMETRY] projection range (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ▶ [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from the side) [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from above) Vertical arc correction (viewed from the side) Horizontal arc correction (viewed from above) 30 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 31 Setting up ▶ zStandard Only for [KEYSTONE] [KEYSTONE] and [CURVED] used together Only for [CURVED] Vertical Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Projection lens trapezoidal trapezoidal trapezoidal trapezoidal Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum Model No. distortion distortion distortion distortion value of R2/ value of R3/ value of R2/ value of R3/ correction...
  • Page 32 Setting up ■ Projection distance of each projection lens (for PT-DZ21KU) ▶ ▶ zWhen the screen aspect is 16:10 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.4 to 1.8:1 1.8 to 2.8:1 2.8 to 4.6:1 4.6 to 7.4:1...
  • Page 33 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect is 16:9 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.4 to 1.8:1 1.8 to 2.8:1 2.8 to 4.6:1 4.6 to 7.4:1 7.3 to 13.8:1 0.9 to 1.1:1 Screen size Projection distance (L)
  • Page 34 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect is 4:3 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.6 to 2.2:1 2.2 to 3.3:1 3.3 to 5.5:1 5.6 to 8.9:1 8.8 to 16.5:1 1.1 to 1.3:1 Screen size Projection distance (L)
  • Page 35 Setting up ■ Projection distance of each projection lens (for PT-DS20KU) ▶ ▶ zWhen the screen aspect is 4:3 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.5 to 2.0:1 2.0 to 3.0:1...
  • Page 36 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect is 16:9 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.5 to 2.0:1 2.0 to 3.0:1 3.0 to 5.0:1 5.0 to 8.0:1 8.0 to 15.0:1 1.0 to 1.2:1 Screen size Projection distance (L)
  • Page 37 Setting up ■ Projection distance of each projection lens (for PT-DW17KU) ▶ ▶ zWhen the screen aspect is 16:9 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 1.5 to 2.0:1 2.1 to 3.1:1 3.1 to 5.2:1 5.2 to 8.2:1...
  • Page 38 Setting up ▶ zWhen the screen aspect is 4:3 (unit: m) Lens type Zoom Lens Projection lens Model No. ET-D75LE1 ET-D75LE2 ET-D75LE3 ET-D75LE4 ET-D75LE8 ET-D75LE6 Throw ratio* 2.0 to 2.7:1 2.7 to 4.1:1 4.1 to 6.9:1 6.9 to 11.0:1 10.9 to 20.5:1 1.4 to 1.6:1 Screen size Projection distance (L)
  • Page 39 Setting up To use a screen size not listed in this manual, check the screen size SD and use the following formula to calculate projection distance. The unit of the calculation result is m. ■ Formula to calculate projection distance per projection lens (for PT-DZ21KU) ▶...
  • Page 40 L = 0.6260 x SD (m) – 0.0713 0.8:1 — L = 0.6890 x SD (m) – 0.0713 ■ Formula to calculate projection distance per projection lens (for ▶ PT-DS20KU) Projection lens Throw ratio Aspect ratio Projection distance (L) formula Min. (LW) L = 1.2087 x SD (m) –...
  • Page 41 Setting up ■ Formula to calculate projection distance per projection lens (for ▶ PT-DW17KU) Projection lens Throw ratio Aspect ratio Projection distance (L) formula Min. (LW) L = 1.3504 x SD (m) – 0.0760 1.5 to 2.0:1 16:9 Max. (LT) L = 1.8031 x SD (m) –...

  • Page 42: Adjusting Adjustable Feet

    Setting up Adjusting adjustable feet Install the projector on a flat surface so that the front of the projector is parallel to the screen surface and the projection screen is rectangular. If the screen is tilted downward, the projection screen can be adjusted to be rectangular by adjusting the adjustable feet.

  • Page 43: Attaching/Removing The Projection Lens

    Attaching/removing the projection lens (optional accessory) Attaching/removing the projection lens (optional accessory) Move the lens to the home position before replacing or removing the lens. ( page 53)  Attention z Replace the projection lens after turning off the power of the projector. z Do not touch the lens signal receiver.

  • Page 44: Connecting

    Connecting Connecting Before connecting z Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. z Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables. z Acquire any connection cable necessary to connect the external device to the system that is either not supplied with the device or not available as an option.

  • Page 45: Connecting Example: Av Equipment

    (24) T.M.D.S clock– Connecting example: AV equipment ■ For <HDMI IN>/<VIDEO IN>/<LAN> terminals ▶ The following diagram is a connecting example for PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU. Blu-ray disc player VCR (TBC built-in) Computer for control Attention z Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR.
  • Page 46 Connecting ■ For <SDI IN 1>/<SDI IN 2> terminals (for PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU ▶ only) Note z Use [SYSTEM SELECTOR] ( page 70) to switch the input format.  z Some external devices to be connected require [SDI IN] ( page 93) to be set.

  • Page 47: Connecting Example: Computers

    Connecting Connecting example: Computers The following diagram is a connecting example for PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU. Note z The <DVI-D IN> terminal supports single links only. z For signals that the projector can project, refer to “List of compatible signals” ( page 167).

  • Page 48: Switching On/Off The Projector

    Switching on/off the projector Switching on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is fully inserted into the projector to prevent removal of the power cord. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER> switch is on the <OFF> side before connecting the power cord. For detailed power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!”...

  • Page 49: Power Indicator

    Switching on/off the projector Power indicator The power indicator displays the status of the power. Check the status of the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> before operating the projector. Power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> Indicator status Status No illumination or flashing The main power is switched off.

  • Page 50: Switching On The Projector

    ( page 58)  Note (SDI input is only PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) z If the projector is switched on at about 0°C (32°F), a warm-up period of approximately five minutes 7) Adjust the front and back, and sideway may be necessary until a projection is displayed.

  • Page 51: Switching Off The Projector

    Switching on/off the projector Switching off the projector 1) Press the power standby < > button. 2) Press ◀▶ to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. (Or press the power standby < > button again) ▶ z Projection of the image will stop, and the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)>...

  • Page 52: Projecting

    Projecting Projecting Check the projection lens attachment ( page 43), external device connection ( page 44), power cord connection   page 48), switch on the power ( page 50) to start projecting. Select the video for projection, and adjust ...

  • Page 53: Moving The Lens To The Home Position

    Projecting Moving the lens to the home position 1) Press the <LENS> button on the control panel or the <SHIFT> button on the remote control for at least three seconds. 2) While the [HOME POSITION] menu is displayed (for approximately five seconds), press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 54: Adjustment Range By The Lens Position Shift (Optical Shift)

    Standard screen width (H) 0.2 H 0.2 H width (H) 0.3 H 0.3 H Standard projection Standard projection position position PT-DS20KU Standard screen Standard screen width (H) width (H) 0.3 H 0.3 H 0.2 H 0.2 H Standard projection PT-DW17KU...

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Lens Mounter When The Focus Is Unbalanced

    Projecting Adjusting the lens mounter when the focus is unbalanced ■ Focus balance ▶ ▶ zRelationship between the tilt of the lens and the screen focus surface When the projection lens is tilted in contrast with the image forming surface, tilting the front side (screen side) of the projection lens downwards (in the direction of the dotted arrow line), the upper side of the screen focus surface will tilt inwards and the lower side will tilt outwards.
  • Page 56 Projecting When a projection lens with a large weight is installed, or when the projector is installed in an inclination, the lens may tilt and the focus may become unbalanced. In these cases, refer to Figure 3 and the adjustment examples in the table below, and perform adjustments through the following procedures.
  • Page 57 Projecting Adjustment location: Location where the just focus point of the screen is in the inner side of the screen Figure 3 Relationship between the adjustment location and adjustment screws When the just focus point of When the just focus point of When the just focus point of When the just focus point the screen in V up is in the...

  • Page 58: Remote Control Operation

     <SDI 1/2> Switches to another input when one z You can set the speed of shutter opening/closing input has already been chosen. via [SHUTTER SETTING] ( page 96).  *1: SDI input is only PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU. 58 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 59: Using The Status Function

    Avoid supplying images that include halftones or Note gradation, such as photographs and computer z [LEFT/RIGHT SWAP] can only be assigned in graphics. PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU. button z Assignment of the function is performed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [FUNCTION BUTTON] ( page 110).

  • Page 60: Displaying The Internal Test Pattern

    Remote control operation Displaying the internal test pattern The projector has eight types of internal test patterns to check the condition of the set. To display test patterns, perform the following steps. button 1) Press the <TEST> button on the remote control.

  • Page 61: Menu Navigation

    Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. 4) Press ▲▼ to select a sub-menu, and Navigating through the menu the ◀▶ buttons or the <ENTER> button to change or adjust settings. ■...

  • Page 62: Main Menu

    The triangular mark under the bar scale in the individual adjustment screen indicates the factory default setting. The position of the triangular mark [P IN P] varies by the selected input signals. [TEST PATTERN] [SIGNAL LIST] [SECURITY] [NETWORK] *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only 62 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 63: Sub-Menu

    [NORMAL] [CONTRAST] [FRAME LOCK] [OFF] [BRIGHTNESS] [RASTER POSITION] — [COLOR] *1: Depends on the signal input. [TINT] [–2] *2: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only [COLOR TEMPERATURE] [DEFAULT] ■ [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] ▶ [GAMMA] [DEFAULT] Details ( page 81)  [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] [OFF] ■...

  • Page 64: Test Pattern

    — [FREEZE] — ■ [NETWORK] ▶ [WAVEFORM MONITOR] [OFF] Factory [CUT OFF] — Sub-menu item Page default *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only [NETWORK SETUP] ― ■ [PROJECTOR SETUP] ▶ [NETWORK CONTROL] ― [NETWORK STATUS] ― Factory Sub-menu item Page default...

  • Page 65: [Picture] Menu

    [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu Note Select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and z The factory default picture mode is [GRAPHIC] for select the item from the sub-menu. still image input signals and [STANDARD] for movie Refer to “Navigating through the menu” based input signals.

  • Page 66: [Contrast]

    [PICTURE] menu [CONTRAST] [TINT] You can adjust the contrast of the colors. You can adjust the skin tone in the projected image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CONTRAST]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [TINT]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the <ENTER> button. 2) Press ◀▶...
  • Page 67 [PICTURE] menu ■ To adjust desired white balance ▶ 8) Press ◀▶ to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. 4) Select [USER1] or [USER2] in Step 3). ▶ z The [USER1] or [USER2] data is overwritten. z If you press ◀▶ to select [CANCEL] and then ▶...

  • Page 68: [Gamma]

    [PICTURE] menu [GAMMA] [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] Switch gamma mode. You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [GAMMA]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SYSTEM 2) Press ◀▶ or the <ENTER> button. DAYLIGHT VIEW].

  • Page 69: [Noise Reduction]

    [PICTURE] menu ■ To adjust desired correction ▶ [NOISE REDUCTION] amount You can reduce noises when the input image is degraded and noise is occurring in the image signal. 4) Select [USER] in Step 3). 1) Press ▲▼ to select [NOISE 5) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 70: [System Selector]

    [PICTURE] menu ■ When using <DVI-D IN> terminal ▶ [SYSTEM SELECTOR] ▶ zOnly during 480p or 576p signal input The projector will automatically detect the input signal, Select [RGB] or [YC but you can set the system method manually when an unstable signal is input.

  • Page 71: Making Srgb Compliant Images

    [PICTURE] menu ■ When using <SDI IN 1> terminal, ▶ Making sRGB compliant <SDI IN 2> terminal (PT-DZ21KU images and PT-DS20KU only) sRGB is color reproduction international standard ▶ zSingle link IEC61966-2-1, set by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). During SDI1 input, select [AUTO], [480i YC...

  • Page 72: [Position] Menu

    [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu [ASPECT] Select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. You can switch the aspect ratio of the image. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” The aspect ratio is switched within the screen range page 61) for the operation of the menu ...

  • Page 73: [Zoom]

    [POSITION] menu ■ [16:9] ▶ z If conventional (normal) 4:3 pictures which are not wide-screen pictures are displayed on a wide When standard signals are input, the pictures are screen, the edges of the pictures may not be visible displayed with the aspect ratio converted to 16:9. or they may become distorted.

  • Page 74: [Clock Phase]

    [POSITION] menu [CLOCK PHASE] [GEOMETRY] (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. Correct various types of distortion in a projected 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CLOCK PHASE].
  • Page 75 [POSITION] menu ▶ ▶ z[HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] z[HORIZONTAL ARC] ▶ z[VERTICAL BALANCE] ▶ z[VERTICAL BALANCE] Adjust the setting according to the lens shift range ▶ z[HORIZONTAL BALANCE] in vertical direction. ▶ z[HORIZONTAL BALANCE] Note z The menu or logo may extend beyond the edge of the screen when [GEOMETRY] is set.

  • Page 76: [Keystone] (Pt-Dw17Ku Only)

    [POSITION] menu [KEYSTONE] (PT-DW17KU only) You can correct the trapezoidal distortion that occurs when the projector is installed tilted or when the screen is tilted. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [KEYSTONE]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 3) Press ▲▼ to select the item to adjust. 4) Press ◀▶...

  • Page 77: [Advanced Menu]

    Left to right: 0 to 959, Top to bottom: 0 to 599 the picture quality by performing the cinema For PT-DS20KU processing when the PAL (or the SECAM) 576i signal, Left to right: 0 to 699, Top to bottom: 0 to 524...

  • Page 78: [Input Resolution]

    [ADVANCED MENU] [INPUT RESOLUTION] [EDGE BLENDING] You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when The edge blending function allows multiple projector there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. images to be seamlessly overlapped by using the inclination of the brightness at the overlapped area. 1) Press ▲▼...
  • Page 79 [ADVANCED MENU] ■ To display the adjustment marker ▶ 17) Press the <ENTER> button. ▶ z The [BRIGHT OUTSIDE] individual adjustment 7) Press ▲▼ to select [MARKER]. screen is displayed. ▶ z When [INTERLOCKED] is set to [OFF], [RED], 8) Press ◀▶ to switch [ON]. [GREEN], and [BLUE] can be adjusted.

  • Page 80: [Frame Response]

    [OFF], [FRAME RESPONSE] cannot be set. [FRAME LOCK] (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) Set this to view 3D display when the scanning frequency of the signal is 25 Hz, 50 Hz, and 100 Hz. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [FRAME LOCK].

  • Page 81: [Display Language] Menu

    [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu Select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 61) for the operation of the menu  screen. z Press ▲▼ to select a language, and press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 82: [3D Settings] Menu (Pt-Dz21Ku And Pt-Ds20Ku Only)

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D SYNC SETTING] Select [3D SETTINGS] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” Set the way in which the <3D SYNC 1 IN/OUT>...

  • Page 83: [3D Simul Input Setting]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ▶ zItems set in [3D SYNC2] [3D SIMUL INPUT SETTING] [OFF] Not used. Set to input and use simultaneous 3D images signals. Stereo synch output 1) Press ▲▼ to select [3D SIMUL INPUT 3D trigger output SETTING].

  • Page 84: [3D Input Format]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D INPUT FORMAT] [LEFT/RIGHT SWAP] Set the 3D format for the image signals being input. Flips the timing of the switch between the left and Set a 3D format that matches the input signal.

  • Page 85: [3D Picture Balance]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) ■ To display [3D WAVEFORM ▶ [3D PICTURE BALANCE] MONITOR] Correct a shift when the brightness or color differ in The left eye and right eye images are divided and the right eye and left eye images.

  • Page 86: [3D Frame Delay]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [3D FRAME DELAY] [3D TEST PATTERN] Adjust the timing of the left-right switch of an image. The 3D test pattern can be used to check operation and make adjustments even without a 3D signal.

  • Page 87: [Safety Precautions Message]

    [3D SETTINGS] menu (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) [SAFETY PRECAUTIONS [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS] MESSAGE] Show safety precaution messages related to 3D viewing. Set to show or hide safety precaution messages 1) Press ▲▼ to select [3D SAFETY related to 3D viewing when the projector is switched PRECAUTIONS].

  • Page 88: [Display Option] Menu

    2D and 3D signals are set separately or whether common data is used. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) z When 2D and 3D settings are set separately, [NATIVE] or [3D] is displayed in the upper right of the menu. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) 88 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 89: [Large Screen Correction]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To use a colorimeter to adjust the ▶ z Set the [AUTO TESTPATTERN] to [ON] to automatically display a test pattern for use in color matching adjusting the selected adjustment colors. z Before using a colorimeter or similar instrument to Use a colorimeter that can measure chromaticity measure measurement data, set [PICTURE MODE] coordinates and luminance to change the colors...

  • Page 90: [Screen Setting]

    When [SCREEN FORMAT] is set to [16:9], the vertical position can be adjusted from -132 to +131. Note z [SCREEN POSITION] cannot be adjusted in PT-DZ21KU when [SCREEN FORMAT] is [16:10], or in PT-DS20KU when [SCREEN FORMAT] is [4:3]. 90 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 91: [Auto Setup]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To adjust position automatically ▶ [AUTO SETUP] 4) Select [POSITION ADJUST] in Step 3). You can set when adjusting a special signal or horizontally long (16:9, etc.) signal. 5) Press ◀▶ to switch [POSITION 1) Press ▲▼ to select [AUTO SETUP]. ADJUST].

  • Page 92: [Rgb In] (Supported During Rgb Signal Input Only)

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu 4) Press ◀▶ to switch [DVI EDID]. [RGB IN] (supported during RGB ▶ z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. signal input only) [EDID3] [EDID1] [EDID2:PC] Set to match the signal to input to the <RGB 1 IN> terminal.

  • Page 93: [Hdmi In]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [HDMI IN] [SDI IN] (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) Switch the setting when the projector is connected to an external device via an HDMI cable and the image Set to match the signal to input to the <SDI IN is not projected correctly.

  • Page 94: [On-Screen Display]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To set [BIT DEPTH] ▶ ■ [OSD POSITION] ▶ Set the position of the menu screen (OSD). 4) Select [BIT DEPTH] in Step 3). z The setting will change as follows each time you 5) Press ◀▶ to switch [BIT DEPTH]. press the button.

  • Page 95: [Back Color]

    The setting will change as follows each time you [NONE] LOGO] LOGO] press the button. [ON] [OFF] [DEFAULT The Panasonic logo is projected. ■ [WARNING MESSAGE] ▶ LOGO] [USER The picture registered by the user is You can set the display/hide of the warning message. LOGO] projected.

  • Page 96: [Shutter Setting]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ To set [PC CORRECTION] ▶ 5) Press ◀▶ to switch. ▶ z The setting will change as follows each time To use the [PC CORRECTION] function, an optional you press the button. upgrade kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) is required. To purchase the product, consult your dealer.

  • Page 97: Waveform Monitor

    The waveform monitor is not displayed when on- screen display is hidden (off). z To display the waveform monitor in 3D image, use [3D WAVEFORM MONITOR]. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) Image displayable area Screen position ▶...

  • Page 98: [Cut Off]

    [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [CUT OFF] Each red, green and blue color component can be removed. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CUT OFF]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. ▶ z The [CUT OFF] screen is displayed. 3) Press ▲▼ to select [RED], [GREEN], or [BLUE].

  • Page 99: [Projector Setup] Menu

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTION METHOD] Select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Set the projection method in accordance with the Refer to “Navigating through the menu” installation status of the projector. page 61) for the operation of the menu ...

  • Page 100: [Cooling Condition]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [COOLING CONDITION] Note z The speed of the fan increases and the operation sound becomes louder when set to [ON]. Change the fan control depending on the direction of z The optional smoke cut filter cannot be used when projection.

  • Page 101: [Lamp Relay]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 6) Press the <ENTER> button. Note ▶ z The adjusted time is established. z For a set time after [LAMP SELECT] is switched, 7) Press ▲▼ to select [DAY OF THE [LAMP SELECT] cannot be switched again, because the speed of the lamp replacement cycle WEEK].

  • Page 102: [Brightness Control]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To set [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL ▶ [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL] SETUP] The projector is equipped with a luminance sensor to Set the operation of luminance control. measure brightness and functions to correct screen brightness resulting from changes in lamp brightness. 4) Select [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL Use the projector when using multiple projectors to SETUP] in Step 3).
  • Page 103 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) Press ▲▼ to select [CALIBRATION brightness at the time of [APPLY]. Lamp brightness cannot be measured during the eight minutes after TIME]. it is turned on because it is not steady. 11) Press the <ENTER> button. z When [LAMP SELECT] is 2 lit or higher and the [MODE] in [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP] is 12) Enter the time and press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 104 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To set [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL ▶ ▶ zWhen [MODE] in [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP] is [AUTO] and the STATUS] [LINK] is [GROUP A] to [GROUP D] Displays the luminance control status. Displays the luminance control status of connected projectors (up to eight), including projectors 4) Select [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL operated by the on-screen menu.
  • Page 105 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ▶ ▶ zWhen [MODE] in [BRIGHTNESS z Error details CONTROL SETUP] is [PC] Error message Remedy z Set no more than eight projectors in one group. z Use a computer and [Exceed maximum the dedicated “Multi number of projectors.] Projector Monitoring &...

  • Page 106: [Standby Mode]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 10) Set [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL GAIN] [SCHEDULE] of all projectors to 100%. Set the command execution schedule for each day of 11) Set [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL GAIN] the week. of the darkest projector to 90%. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SCHEDULE]. 12) Adjust [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL 2) Press ◀▶...
  • Page 107 ▶ z[SHUTTER] [OPEN] [CLOSE] ▶ z[INPUT] [RGB1] [RGB2] [VIDEO] [SDI2] [DVI-D] [SDI1] [HDMI] *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only ▶ z[LAMP SELECT] [SINGLE] [DUAL] [QUAD] [TRIPLE] ▶ z[P IN P] [OFF] [USER1] [USER3] [USER2] 13) Press the <ENTER> button.

  • Page 108: Rs-232C]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To set the response ▶ [RS-232C] 4) Select [RESPONSE(ID ALL)] in Step 3). Set the communication conditions of the <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal. 5) Press ◀▶ to switch [RESPONSE(ID 1) Press ▲▼ to select [RS-232C]. ALL)]. ▶...

  • Page 109: [Status]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [STATUS] z [POWER ON TIMES]: Displays the number of times the power is turned on. Displays the status of the projector. z [LAMP1 ON] to [LAMP4 ON]: 1) Press ▲▼ to select [STATUS]. [ON COUNT] Displays the number of times the lamp is turned on.

  • Page 110: [No Signal Shut-Off]

    84)  <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal is used SWAP] [DEFAULT] by the factory default setting of the *1: PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only projector. ( page 164)  Used to change the setting of the 4) Press the <ENTER> button.

  • Page 111: [Lens Calibration]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To adjust the date and time ▶ [LENS CALIBRATION] manually Automatically set the lens shift limit values and home position for the projector. 4) Select [ADJUST CLOCK] in Step 3). 1) Press ▲▼ to select [LENS 5) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 112: [Lens Memory]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To call the lens position ▶ [LENS MEMORY] 4) Select [LENS MEMORY LOAD] in Step Save and call the focus position, shift position and zoom position of an adjusted lens. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [LENS MEMORY]. 5) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 113: [Save All User Data]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■ To change the lens memory name ▶ [SAVE ALL USER DATA] 4) Select [LENS MEMORY EDIT] in Step Save the various setting values as a backup in the built-in memory of the projector. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SAVE ALL USER 5) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 114: [Initialize]

    [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [INITIALIZE] Return various setting values to their factory default settings. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [INITIALIZE]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. ▶ z The [SECURITY PASSWORD] screen is displayed. 3) Enter a security password and press the <ENTER> button. ▶...

  • Page 115: [P In P] Menu

    [P IN P] menu [P IN P] menu Setting P IN P functions Select [P IN P] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. P IN P function settings can be saved to [USER1], Refer to “Navigating through the menu” [USER2], and [USER3].
  • Page 116 P IN P is operating. z 3D images cannot be displayed in P IN P. (PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU only) z The P IN P state continue even if 3D simultaneous is used to display 3D images in P IN P. (PT-DZ21KU...

  • Page 117: [Test Pattern] Menu

    [TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu ■ To change color or a focus test ▶ Select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. pattern Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 61) for the operation of the menu  When the “Menu Screen + Focus” test pattern is screen.

  • Page 118: [Signal List] Menu

    [SIGNAL LIST] menu [SIGNAL LIST] menu Renaming the registered data Select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 61) for the operation of the menu  1) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select the signal for screen.

  • Page 119: Protecting The Registered Data

    [SIGNAL LIST] menu Protecting the registered data Note z Switch the range that determines that a signal to be input is the same signal that is already registered. 1) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select the signal to z To prioritize the determination that it is the same protect.

  • Page 120: Managing The Sub Memory List

    [SIGNAL LIST] menu ■ To delete the sub memory data ▶ Managing the sub memory list 1) Press ◀▶ on the normal screen (when the menu is not displayed). The projector has a sub memory function that can ▶ z [SUB MEMORY LIST] screen is displayed. register the multiple image adjustment data, even if it 2) Use the ▲▼◀▶...

  • Page 121: [Security] Menu

    [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu Note Select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and z The [SECURITY PASSWORD] setting is set to select the item from the sub-menu. [OFF] at the time of purchase or when all the user Refer to “Navigating through the menu” data has been initialized.

  • Page 122: [Display Setting]

    [SECURITY] menu [DISPLAY SETTING] [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] Overlap the security message (text or image) over the Enable/disable the button operations on the control projecting image. panel and the remote control. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [DISPLAY 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CONTROL SETTING].
  • Page 123 [SECURITY] menu 8) Press ▲▼ to select [POWER 6) Press ◀▶ to switch [REMOTE BUTTON], [INPUT SELECT BUTTON], CONTROL]. ▶ [MENU BUTTON], [LENS BUTTON], z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [AUTO SETUP BUTTON], [SHUTTER BUTTON], or [OTHER BUTTON].

  • Page 124: [Control Device Password Change]

    [SECURITY] menu 9) Press ◀▶ to switch between enable/ [CONTROL DEVICE disable. PASSWORD CHANGE] ▶ z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. The control device password can be changed. [ENABLE] [DISABLE] 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE].

  • Page 125: [Network] Menu

    [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK CONTROL] Select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Set up the control method of the network. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” page 61) for the operation of the menu ...

  • Page 126: Network Connections

    [NETWORK] menu Network connections The projector has a network function, and the following operations are available from the computer using the Web control. z Setting and adjustment of the projector z Display of the projector status z Setting of E-mail notification Note z A LAN cable is required to use the network function.

  • Page 127: Accessing From The Web Browser

    3) Enter the user name and the password. ▶ z The factory default setting of the user name is user1 (user rights)/admin1 (administrator rights) and the password is panasonic (lower case). 4) Click OK. ▶ z The [Projector status] page is displayed.
  • Page 128 [NETWORK] menu ■ Descriptions of items ▶ (1) Page tab Switches pages by clicking it. (2) [Status] The status of the projector is displayed by clicking this item. (3) [Projector control] The [Projector control] page is displayed by clicking this item. (4) [Detailed set up] The [Detailed set up] page is displayed by clicking this item.

  • Page 129: Error Information Page

    [NETWORK] menu ■ Error information page ▶ When [Error (Detail)] or [Warning (Detail)] is displayed in the self-diagnosis display of the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the error/warning details. ▶ z The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error.
  • Page 130 [NETWORK] menu Parameter Description There is a problem with the sensor used to detect exhaust air [AROUND LAMP TEMP. SENSOR] temperature. Consult your dealer. [BATTERY] The battery replacement is required. Consult your dealer. [LENS MOUNTER] There is a problem in the lens mounter. Consult your dealer. There is a problem with the luminance sensor.
  • Page 131 [NETWORK] menu ■ [Access error log] page ▶ Click [Status] → [Access error log]. The error log on the WEB server is displayed such as access to the pages that do not exist or access with unauthorized user names or passwords. ■...
  • Page 132 Temporarily pauses the image. (5) [P IN P] Switches the P IN P setting. (6) [LEFT/RIGHT SWAP] (PT-DZ21KU and (10) PT-DS20KU only) Switches the flip horizontal settings. (7) [WAVEFORM MONITOR] Displays the waveform of the input signal. (8) [LENS] Adjusts the projection lens.
  • Page 133 [NETWORK] menu ■ [Network config] page ▶ Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. ▶ z Click [Network config] to display the [CAUTION!] screen. ▶ z Click [Next] to display the current settings. ▶ z Click [Change] to display the following setting change screen. (1) [PROJECTOR NAME] Enter the name of the projector.

  • Page 134: Adjust Clock] Page

    [NETWORK] menu ■ [Adjust clock] page ▶ Click [Detailed set up] → [Adjust clock]. (1) [Time Zone] Selects the time zone. (2) [Set time zone] Updates the time zone setting. (3) [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] Set to [ON] to adjust the date and time automatically. (4) [NTP SERVER NAME] Enter the IP address or server name of the NTP server when you set to adjust the date and time...
  • Page 135 [NETWORK] menu ■ [E-mail set up] page ▶ E-mail address set in advance for use when there is a problem or when the usage time of a lamp reaches a set value. E-mail can be sent to (maximum two locations). Click [Detailed set up] →...
  • Page 136 [NETWORK] menu ■ [E-mail set up] page (continued) ▶ (1) [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] Enter the E-mail address to be sent when two E-mail addresses are to be used. Leave it blank when two E-mail addresses are not to be used. (2) Settings of the conditions to send E-mail Select the conditions to send E-mail to the second E-mail address.
  • Page 137 [NETWORK] menu ■ [Authentication set up] page ▶ You can set the authentication items when POP authentication or SMTP authentication is necessary to send an E-mail message. Click [Detailed set up] → [Authentication set up]. (1) [Auth] Select the authentication method specified by your Internet service provider.

  • Page 138: Contents Of Mail Sent

    [NETWORK] menu ■ Contents of mail sent ▶ ▶ zExample of E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. 138 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 139 [NETWORK] menu ▶ zExample of the E-mail sent for an error The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred. ENGLISH - 139...
  • Page 140 [NETWORK] menu ■ User name [Change password] page ▶ Click [Change password]. (1) [Administrator] Used to change the setting of the [Administrator]. (2) [User] Used to change the setting of the [User]. (3) [Next] Used to change the setting of the password. ▶...
  • Page 141 [NETWORK] menu ▶ z[User] account (1) [Account] Displays the account to change. (2) [New][User name] Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) (3) [New][Password] Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) (4) [New][Password(Retype)] Enter the desired new password again.

  • Page 142: Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators

    Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicators <LAMP1>/<LAMP2>/<LAMP3>/<LAMP4>, the temperature indicator <TEMP>, and the filter indicator <FILTER> will inform you by lighting or flashing. Check the status of the indicators and manage the indicated problems as follows. Attention z When switching off the power to deal with problems, make sure to follow the procedure in “Switching off the projector”...
  • Page 143 Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators ■ Temperature indicator<TEMP> ▶ Indicator Flashing in red Flashing in red Lighting in red status (2 times) (3 times) Internal temperature Internal temperature is high The cooling fan has Status Warm-up status is high. (standby mode) stopped. (WARNING) z Did you turn on the z Is the air intake/exhaust port blocked? power when the...

  • Page 144: Maintenance/Replacement

    Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before maintaining/replacing the unit z Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining or replacing the unit. ( pages 48, 51)  z When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” ( page 51).
  • Page 145 Maintenance/replacement 3) Clean and dry the air filter unit. z Cleaning the air filter unit (i) Soak the air filter unit in cold or warm water and then lightly rinse it. •▶Do not use cleaning tools such as brushes. •▶When rinsing, hold the frame of the air filter unit without putting strong pressure on the filter unit. (ii) Rinse the unit two to three times using fresh water each time.

  • Page 146: Replacing The Unit

    Maintenance/replacement Note z Take care not to touch the radiator fin when removing dirt or dust. z Make sure that the air filter unit is properly attached before using the projector. If it is not properly attached, the projector will suck in dirt and dust causing a malfunction. –▶If you use the projector without attaching the air filter unit, the message appears on the projection screen for approximately 30 seconds.

  • Page 147: Lamp Unit

    Maintenance/replacement 3) Attach the replacement filter unit optional accessory (Model No.: ET-EMF510) to the projector. ▶ z The air filter unit has no difference between top and bottom, but is two-sided. Match the protrusion position of the air filter with the grooves on the projector body. ▶...

  • Page 148: When To Replace The Lamp Unit

    Maintenance/replacement Note z The model numbers of accessories and optional components are subject to change without notice. ■ When to replace the lamp unit ▶ The lamp unit is a consumable component. Since its brightness gradually decreases over time, it is necessary to replace it regularly.
  • Page 149 Maintenance/replacement Attention z Be careful to hold the lamp unit cover and to loosen the lamp unit cover fixing screws with the projector installed upward in the vertical direction since the lamp unit cover may open and the lamp case may drop off on its weight.
  • Page 150 Maintenance/replacement 6) Attach the lamp case. ▶ z Gently push in the lamp case along the grooves for the lamp case attachment guide on the projector, and then firmly tighten the lamp case fixing screws (two screws). ▶ z When you secure the lamp case with the projector installed upward in the vertical direction, the lamp case may drop off on its weight.

  • Page 151: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Page z Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? ― z Is the <MAIN POWER> switch turned <OFF>? z Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? ―...
  • Page 152 Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Page The menu screen z Is the on-screen display function turned off (hidden)? 25, 58 does not appear. z Is the [CONTROL PANEL] setting in [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] set to The buttons on the [DISABLE]? control panel do not operate.

  • Page 153: Self-Diagnosis Display

    Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis display A self-diagnosis display which automatically displays errors and warnings, and their details, is placed on the side of the projector. ( page 25)  Self-diagnosis Details Measure display Air filter clog z Clean the air filter unit. Intake temperature warning Optical module temperature warning z The ambient temperature is too high.
  • Page 154 Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis Details Measure display Low AC voltage warning (below 170 V) z The power voltage input is low. Dedicate an outlet for the electrical wiring for the projector’s power consumption. Battery replacement for the internal clock z Battery replacement is required. Consult your dealer. Intake temperature sensor not present Optical module temperature sensor not present...
  • Page 155 Self-diagnosis display Self-diagnosis Details Measure display FPGA 1/2 configuration error FPGA 3 configuration error Lens mounter error Geometric adjustment board communication error Geometric distortion correction board communication error Internal error Internal error Exhaust fan 1 error Exhaust fan 2 error Exhaust fan 3 error Exhaust fan 4 error Intake fan 1 error...

  • Page 156: Technical Information

    Parameters are returned with the following values. INST? Input selection list query “11 12 21 31 32” (only for PT-DW17KU) “11 12 21 31 32 33 34” (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) Returns the name set in [PROJECTOR NAME] of [NETWORK NAME? Projector name query SETUP].

  • Page 157: Control Commands Via Lan

    3) Generate a 32-byte hash value from the following data using MD5 algorithm. “xxxxxx:yyyyy:zzzzzzzz” xxxxxx Administrator rights user name for Web control (default user name is “admin1”) yyyyy Password of above administrator rights user (default password is “panasonic”) zzzzzzzz 8-byte random number obtained in Step 2) ENGLISH - 157...
  • Page 158 Technical information ▶ zCommand transmission method Transmit using the following command formats. Transmitted data Termination Header Data section symbol Hash value ‘0’ ‘0’ Control command (CR) (“Connecting” ( page 157)) 0x30 0x30 (ASCII string) 0x0d  32 bytes 1 byte 1 byte Undefined length 1 byte...
  • Page 159 Technical information ▶ zCommand transmission method Transmit using the following command formats. Transmitted data Termination Header Data section symbol ‘0’ ‘0’ Control command (CR) 0x30 0x30 (ASCII string) 0x0d 1 byte 1 byte Undefined length 1 byte Received data Termination Header Data section symbol...

  • Page 160: Serial In>/ Terminal

    Technical information <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal The <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal of the projector conforms with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer. ■ Connection ▶ When using 1 unit When using multiple units Connecting terminals on projector 1 Connecting terminals on projector 2 D-Sub 9-pin D-Sub 9-pin...

  • Page 161: Basic Format

    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. (2 bytes) Semicolon (1 byte) Colon 2 ID characters (2 bytes) 1 byte Start Parameter...

  • Page 162: When Multiple Projectors Are Controlled

    Technical information ■ When multiple projectors are controlled ▶ ▶ zWhen multiple projectors are all controlled When controlling multiple projectors together via RS-232C, perform the following settings. 1) Set a different ID for each projector 2) Set [RESPONSE(ID ALL)] to [ON] in only one projector 3) Set [RESPONSE(ID ALL)] to [OFF] for all other projectors set in Step 2) ▶...

  • Page 163: Control Command

    RG1 = RGB1 RG2 = RGB2 DVI=DVI-D HD1 = HDMI Switching the input SD1 = SDI 1 (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) signal SD2 = SDI 2 (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) 0 = Quad 1 = Lamp 1/4 2 = Lamp 2/3...

  • Page 164: Remote 2 In> Terminal

    Technical information <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal It is possible to control the projector remotely (by external contact) from a control panel located away from the projector where remote control signals cannot reach. Use the <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal on the connecting terminals of the projector to connect to the control panel.

  • Page 165: Two Window Display Combination List

    (The WUXGA signal is only compatible with VESA CVT RB (Reduced Blanking) signals.) *3: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24sF, 1080/24p, 1080/25p, 1080/30p, 1080/50p, 1080/60p *4: Only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU Note z When the resolution of the sub window input signal exceeds 1 280 horizontal pixels, picture quality of the sub window may deteriorate.

  • Page 166: Control Device Password

    Technical information Control device password To initialize your password, consult your distributor. Upgrade kit (only supports PT-DZ21KU and PT-DS20KU) If the optional accessories upgrade kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) is applied, the following functions are extended. Function Standard status When the upgrade kit is applied Adjustment range of [VERTICAL Maximum of ±40°...

  • Page 167: List Of Compatible Signals

    Technical information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projector. Scanning frequency Plug and play Dots Resolution clock Mode Format Horizontal Vertical DVI-D DVI-D DVI-D (Dots) Frequency RGB2 HDMI (kHz) (Hz) EDID1 EDID2 EDID3 (MHz)
  • Page 168 D: DVI-D H: HDMI R: RGB Y: YC SDI: SDI (only for PT-DZ21KU, PT-DS20KU) *3: When a 1125 (1035)/60i signal was input, it is displayed as a 1125 (1080)/60i signal. *4: VESA CVT-RB (Reduced Blanking) compatible *5: Only for PT-DW17KU...
  • Page 169 *10: For single link connections only Note z There are 1 920 x 1 200 display dots for PT-DZ21KU, 1 400 x 1 050 for PT-DS20KU, and 1 366 x 768 for PT-DW17KU. A signal with a different resolution is converted to the number of display dots and displayed.
  • Page 170 Technical information Scanning frequency HDMI DVI-D Dot clock 3D compatible Resolution frequency Horizontal Vertical signal (Dots) (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) 1 400 x 1 050 54.1 50.0 99.9 ― ― ― ― ― ― 1 400 x 1 050 64.0 60.0 108.0 ―...
  • Page 171 Technical information HDMI RGB1 SDI1 Scanning RGB1/RGB2 SDI1/SDI2 & & & frequency Dot clock DVI-D RGB2 SDI2 3D compatible Resolution frequency signal (Dots) (MHz) Horizontal Vertical (5) (2) (4) (6) (kHz) (Hz) 1 366 x 768 47.7 59.8 85.5 ― ―...

  • Page 172: Specifications

    Light output 20 000 lm (ANSI) 17 000 lm (ANSI) Horizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz, Vertical: 24 Hz to 120 Hz PIAS (Panasonic Intelligent Auto Scanning) system For RGB signal Dot clock frequency 162 MHz or less [480i] H: 15.73 kHz, V: 59.94 Hz [576i] H: 15.63 kHz, V: 50 Hz...
  • Page 173 Specifications Model No. PT-DZ21KU PT-DS20KU PT-DW17KU Contrast ratio 10 000:1 (when [DYNAMIC IRIS] is set to [3]) 1 set (BNC x 5 (RGB/YP /YC x 1)) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (SYNC ON GREEN: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω)
  • Page 174 Specifications Model No. PT-DZ21KU PT-DS20KU PT-DW17KU Width: 620 mm (24-13/32"), Height: 255 mm (10-1/32") (excluding the legs), Dimensions Depth: 730 mm (28-3/4") (excluding the projection lens cover) Weight Approx 43.0 kg (94.8 lbs.) Operating environment temperature : 0°C (32°F) to 45°C (113°F)

  • Page 175: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm (24-13/32") * Actual dimensions may differ depending on the product. ENGLISH - 175...

  • Page 176: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards

    Request for a qualified technician to do the installation. z Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic or the inappropriate choice of location for installation, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.

  • Page 177: Index

    Index Index Numerics P IN P function ……………………………………115 [POSITION] ………………………………… 63, 72 [3D COLOR MATCHING] ……………………… 84 Filter indicator ……………………………………143 Power cord ……………………………………… 48 [3D FRAME DELAY] …………………………… 86 <FOCUS> button Power indicator ………………………………… 49 [3D INPUT FORMAT] …………………………… 84 Remote control …………………………...
  • Page 178 Index Switch on the projector. ………………………… 50 [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] …………………… 68 [SYSTEM SELECTOR] ………………………… 70 Temperature indicator ……………………………143 <TEST> button Remote control ………………………… 22, 60 [TEST PATTERN] …………………………… 64, 117 [TEXT CHANGE] …………………………………122 [TINT] ……………………………………………… 66 Troubleshooting …………………………………151 Two window display ………………………………165 [UNIFORMITY] ……………………………………...
  • Page 179 Environment care information for users in China This symbol is only valid in China. Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2012 Panasonic System Communications Company of North America One Panasonic Way 2F-13, Secaucus, NJ 07094 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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