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Panasonic PT-EX12KU Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Projector Operations

LCD Projector

Model No.
Commercial Use
P T-EX12KE
PT-EX12KU
The projection lens is sold separately.
pages 2 to 10).
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    P T-EX12KE Model No. PT-EX12KU The projection lens is sold separately. 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!” ( ■...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Information Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3. GSGV, January 18, 1991: The sound pressure level at the operator position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779.
  • Page 3 FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-EX12KU/PT-EX12KE 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.
  • Page 4 Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
  • Page 5 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. ■...
  • Page 6 Do not touch other than the specified portion or remove the components. Doing so may impair the performance or safety. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
  • Page 7 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 AAA/R03 or AAA/LR03 batteries. ■...
  • Page 8 Always disconnect all cables before moving the projector. Moving the projector with cables still attached can damage the cables, which will cause fire or electric shocks to occur. Use the lens specified by Panasonic. Using the lens other than the specified one will result in malfunctions. ■...

  • Page 9: Remote Control Battery

    Read this first! To remove the battery Remote Control Battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. (ii) Brazil Only Brasil Apenas ■ „ 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.
  • Page 10 Read this first! Trademarks • HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • Other names, company names or product names used in these operating instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
  • Page 11 Features of the projector Features of the projector Quick steps Quick steps High clarity and high For details, see the corresponding pages. contrast image 1. Set up your projector. ▶ Image quality of high clarity with ■ page 34)  13 000 lumens and high contrast with 4 000:1.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. (  pages 2 to 10) Important Information Basic Operation Read this first! .............2 Powering on/off ..........41 Connecting the power cord ........41 Precautions for use ......... 14 Power indicator ............42 Cautions when transporting ........14 Powering on the projector ..........43 Cautions when installing ..........14...
  • Page 13 Contents [Image select] menu ........59 [Remote control] ............77 [RC sensor] ..............77 Adjusting the picture quality ........59 [Power management] ..........78 [Image adjust] menu ........60 [Direct on] ..............78 [Contrast] ..............60 [Security] ..............79 [Brightness] ..............60 [Projector ID] ...............80 [Color]................60 [Shutter] ..............80 [Tint] ................60 [Video delay control] ...........82 [Color management] ..........61...

  • Page 14: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for use Precautions for use Cautions when transporting z When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its carry handle and avoid excessive vibration and impacts by such handling as dragging it on the floor. Failure to do so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions. z Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended.

  • Page 15: Security

    Make your PIN code as difficult to guess as possible. z Change your PIN code periodically. z Panasonic Corporation and its affiliate companies will never ask you directly for your PIN code. If you are asked directly, do not give your PIN code.

  • Page 16: Cautions On Use

    This product incorporates the following software: the software which is developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation. If you wish to ask any questions as to the software, please contact (sav.pj.gpl.pavc@ml.jp.panasonic.com) by email. Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)

  • Page 17: Accessories

    Wireless/wired remote control unit Cable tie (N2QAYA000036) AAA/R03/LR03 battery (for remote control unit) Power cord for PT-EX12KE (T0K3K0022--1 and T0K3K0023--1) Power cord holder, power cord cover (T0STF0040--1) Power cord for PT-EX12KU (T0K3K0025--1) (set) Computer cable (for D-Sub) (T0K3K0013--1) Light-shielding plate-1 CD-ROM (T0CRS0008--1) (T0K3K0019A-1) Operating Instructions –...

  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    Precautions for use ■ Contents of CD-ROM ■ The following contents are stored on the supplied CD-ROM. Manual/list (PDF) Software zOperating Instructions – Projector z Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Operations Software (Windows) –■This is software for monitoring and controlling zOperating Instructions –...

  • Page 19: About Your Projector

    About your projector About your projector Remote control (1) Remote control signal emitters (2) Remote control indicator Flashes when you press a button on the remote control. (3) <LIGHT> button Press once to light the control buttons for ten seconds. (18) (4) Power <POWER ON>...
  • Page 20 About your projector Attention ■ z Do not drop the remote control. ■ z Avoid contact with liquids or moisture. ■ z Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. Note ■ z The remote control can be used from any distance within about 5 m (16'4") if pointed directly at the remote control sensor.

  • Page 21: Projector Body

    About your projector Projector body (10) (11) (12) (11) (16) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (5) (13)(14) (15) (1) Lens hood (10) Remote control sensor (rear) (2) Lens (optional) (11) Air exhaust port (3) Indicator ( page 87) (12) Main power switch ...

  • Page 22: Control Panel

    About your projector ■ Control panel ■ (10) (11) (12) (1) Power button (7) <AUTO PC ADJ.> button Turns off/on the power when the main power switch on the Automatically adjusts tracking, total number of dots, projector is set to horizontal shift, and vertical shift.

  • Page 23: Connection Terminals

    About your projector ■ Connection terminals ■ (10) (1) DVI-D input terminal <DIGITAL IN> (6) Serial input terminal <SERIAL IN> This terminal is for inputting the DVI-D signal. This input terminal is compatible with RS-232C and for externally controlling the projector by connecting the (2) HDMI input terminal <HDMI IN>...

  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Using the remote control Inserting and removing the batteries 1) Open the cover. 2) Insert the batteries and close the cover. (ii) ■ z Insert the side first. ■ z To remove the batteries, perform the above procedure in the reverse order.

  • Page 25: Attaching The Lens

    Attaching the lens Attaching the lens Notes on attaching the lens Before putting the projector in position, attach the lens to the projector body. First, determine the lens according to the operating environment for the projector. For lens product numbers suitable for the projector and lens specifications, consult your dealer. When attaching or replacing a lens, consult the technical staff or service personnel at a specialist dealer for safety.

  • Page 26: Attaching The Lens

    Attaching the lens Attaching the lens Attention ■ z The attachment procedure and parts vary depending on the optional lens. Check the product No. and attach the lens properly. ■ z When using ET-ELW02, ET-ELS02, ET-ELS03, ET-ELT02, or ET-ELM01, tie up the cables using the cable ties supplied with the projector before attaching the lens.
  • Page 27 Attaching the lens 6) Select the light-shielding plate to be 8) Attach the lens into the projector body. attached. (i) Hold the lens lock lever and slide it upward to release the lock, and then insert the lens with zLight-shielding plate for each lens the lens attachment into the projector body.
  • Page 28 Attaching the lens 10) Secure the lens lock lever with the 11) Insert the upper light-shielding plate lens lock lever fixing bracket. along with the guide to into combine with the lower light-shielding plate. (i) Remove the lens fixing screw and insert it to the lens lock lever fixing bracket.
  • Page 29 Attaching the lens ■ Notes on attaching ET-ELW03 ■ 13) Turn the lens hood clockwise to attach. When attaching ET-ELW03, use two types of light- ■ z Aligning the point position of the lens hood shielding plates. with the end (on the left) of the caution label Follow the procedure on “Attaching the lens”...

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Focus

    Attaching the lens Adjusting the focus After setting up the projector, turn on the power, and then project the image on the screen. Adjust the position of the projector and the projected image. ■ ET-ELW03 ■ ■ ET-ELT03 ■ 1) Loosen the focus lock screw. 1) Rotate (i) to adjust the zoom.

  • Page 31: Correcting The Focus

    Attaching the lens Correcting the focus When the lens is attached to the projector and images are being projected onto the screen, the peripheral focus may be out of focus in some areas. If this happens, insert the supplied spacer between the lens attachment and the lens to adjust the focus.

  • Page 32: Attaching The Lens Hood Strap

    Attaching the lens Attaching the lens hood strap In order to prevent the lens hood from falling off, use the supplied strap to tie the projector and the lens hood. 1) Turn the lens hood counterclockwise 5) Turn the lens hood clockwise to attach. ■...

  • Page 33: Lens Specifications

    Attaching the lens Lens specifications Refer to the following tables for the lens specifications. All measurements in the following tables are approximate. They may differ slightly from the actual measurements. ■ Projection distance and screen size ■ Projection distance (m) Lens Model ET-ELW02 ET-ELW03 ET-ELW04 ET-ELW06...

  • Page 34: Setting Up

    Setting up Setting up Projection method You can project images vertically and diagonally. You can select rear ( page 68) or ceiling ( page 68) from the   menu. Select the projection method appropriate to the environment. ■ Mounting on the ceiling and ■...

  • Page 35: Installation Options (Optional)

    Setting up Installation options (optional) You can install the projector on the ceiling using the optional ceiling mount bracket (Product No.: ET-PKE16H (for high ceilings), ET-PKE16S (for low ceilings) and ET-PKE12B (for projector)). ■ z Use only ceiling mount brackets specified for this projector. ■...

  • Page 36: Connections

    Connections Connections Before connecting to the projector ■ z Read carefully the instruction manual of the device you intend to connect. ■ z Turn off the power switch of the device before connecting the cable. ■ z If a connection cable is not supplied with the device and the optional cable is not available, prepare a connection cable to suit the device.

  • Page 37: Connecting Example: Av Equipment

    Connections Connecting example: AV equipment Attention ■ z Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR. –■A VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC) –■A time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR ■ z If burst signals are connected to nonstandard signals, the image may be distorted. In such a case, connect a time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the device.

  • Page 38: Tying Up The Cables Using Cable Ties

    Connections Tying up the cables using cable ties Keep the cables tidy by fixing the cables connected to the terminals into the carry handle on the projector body. ■ z The cable ties can be reused. (The tab can be loosened and released.) ■...

  • Page 39: Installing An Input Module (Optional)

    Installing an input module (optional) Installing an input module (optional) Installing an input module ■ Types of input modules ■ Purchase an input module (optional) matching the input signals of the system. Module name SD/HD-SDI input module Module number ET-MD16SD1 Input/output BNC input 2 systems, BNC output 1 system terminal...

  • Page 40: List Of Compatible Signals

    Installing an input module (optional) ■ Using the input module ■ Consult your dealer before using any of the optional input modules. When consulting your dealer, be sure to inform them of [Option control No.] of the projector. [Option control No.] is displayed in the [Information] menu. Language English Input...

  • Page 41: Powering On/Off

    Powering on/off Powering on/off Connecting the power cord ■ Attaching ■ 4) Move the power cord holder to secure the power cord. 1) Insert the power cord holder in the holes provided right and left of the AC input terminal. ■...

  • Page 42: Power Indicator

    Powering on/off Power indicator The power indicator informs you of the power status. Check the status of the power indicator <POWER> and the standby indicator <STANDBY> before operating the projector. Power indicator <POWER> Standby indicator <STANDBY> Indicator status Power Standby Projector status indicator indicator...

  • Page 43: Powering On The Projector

    Powering on/off ■ z After turning on the power, notes on [Filter warning] Powering on the projector and [Lamp replacement] may be displayed depending on the status of the projector. ( page 97)  Control panel Remote control Making adjustments and selections It is recommended that the images are projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus...

  • Page 44: Powering Off The Projector

    Powering on/off Powering off the projector Direct power off function You can disconnect the power cord, turn off the power Control panel Remote control by the power breaker switch, etc. without pressing the power <STANDBY> button on the remote control or the main power switch on the projector.

  • Page 45: Projecting

    Projecting Projecting Check the external device connections ( page 36) and power cord connections ( page 41) and then turn on the   power ( page 43) to start projection. Select the input signal and adjust the image.  Selecting the input signal Select an input signal.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Focus And Zoom

    Projecting ■ Adjusting the focus and zoom ■ 1) Press the <FOCUS> button and the <ZOOM> button on the remote control or the control panel. ■ z [Focus] and [Zoom] are displayed on the screen for four seconds. 2) While [Focus] and [Zoom] are displayed, press the <FOCUS> button and <ZOOM> button on the remote control or press ▲▼...

  • Page 47: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Using the remote control Using the freeze function You can temporarily freeze the projected image regardless of the state of playback in an external device. button 1) Press the <FREEZE> button on the remote control. ■ z This freezes the image.

  • Page 48: Correcting The Keystone Effect

    Using the remote control ■ Corner correction ■ Note ■ z The signal displayed for the <INPUT 3> button and Corrects distortion at the corners of the image. the <INPUT 4> button changes depending on the 1) While [Keystone] is displayed, press type of input module inserted.

  • Page 49: Adjusting Picture Quality

    Using the remote control Adjusting picture quality Displaying a timer for presentations Pressing the <IMAGE ADJUST> button on the remote control displays the [Image adjust] menu. When you press the <P-TIMER> button on the remote control, the projector displays either a count of the time elapsed from the press of the button or a button countdown.

  • Page 50: Menu Navigation

    Menu navigation Menu navigation Navigating through menu Note ■ z For certain formats of signal input to the projector, it will not be possible to adjust some items or use ■ Operating procedure ■ some functions. The menu items that cannot be adjusted or used are grayed out, and cannot be selected.

  • Page 51: Main Menu

    Menu navigation Main menu Sub menu The main menu contains the following eight items. The sub menu screen of the item selected from main When a main menu item is selected, the screen menu is displayed, and you can set and adjust the changes to a sub menu selection screen.

  • Page 52: Image Adjust

    Menu navigation ■ [Image adjust] ■ ■ [Screen] ■ Sub menu item Factory default Page Sub menu item Factory default Page [Contrast] [Normal] — [Brightness] [Full] — [Color] [Wide(16:9)] — [Tint] [Zoom] — [Color management] — [True] — [Color temp.] [Mid] [Custom] —...
  • Page 53 Menu navigation ■ [Setting] ■ ■ [Information] ■ Details ( page 85)  Sub menu item Factory default Page ■ [Network] ■ [Language] [English] Refer to “Operating Instructions – Network [Menu position] — Operations”. [Display] [On] Details ( page 86) ...

  • Page 54: [Input] Menu

    [Input] menu [Input] menu [Input 2] Select [Input] from the main menu on the menu screen, and select the item from the sub menu. For operation of the menu screen, refer to 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Input 2]. “Navigating through menu” ( page 50).

  • Page 55: [System]

    [Input] menu ■ For component input ■ [System] [System] is displayed below the sub menu. The projector automatically selects [Auto] the scanning method of the input 1) Press ▲▼ to select [System] below signal. the sub menu and press the <ENTER> Component button.

  • Page 56: [Pc Adjust] Menu

    [PC adjust] menu [PC adjust] menu [Fine sync] Select [PC adjust] from the main menu on the menu screen, and select the item from the sub menu. Adjusts the projector when there is flicker due to a For operation of the menu screen, refer to tracking (synchronization) mismatch.

  • Page 57: [Position V]

    [PC adjust] menu [Position V] [Display area H] Adjusts the vertical position of the screen. Adjusts the horizontal resolution. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Position V]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Display area H]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. ■...

  • Page 58: [Reset]

    [PC adjust] menu [Reset] The setting returns to its value before adjustment. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 3) Select [Yes], and press the <ENTER> button. ■ z The setting returns to its value before adjustment.

  • Page 59: [Image Select] Menu

    [Image select] menu [Image select] menu Select [Image select] from the main menu on the menu screen, and select the item from the sub menu. For operation of the menu screen, refer to “Navigating through menu” ( page 50).  z After selecting the item, press ▲▼◀▶...

  • Page 60: [Image Adjust] Menu

    [Image adjust] menu [Image adjust] menu [Color] Select [Image adjust] from the main menu on the menu screen, and select the item from the sub menu. This setting can only be adjusted for video or For operation of the menu screen, refer to component inputs.

  • Page 61: [Color Management]

    [Image adjust] menu ■ [COLOR MANAGEMENT LIST] ■ [Color management] operations Adjusts the color of the projected image as desired. zRe-adjusting stored colors 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Color management]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select the color to re- adjust. 2) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 62: [Color Temp.]

    [Image adjust] menu [Color temp.] [Offset] 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Color temp.]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Offset]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. ■ ■ z The adjustment screen is displayed. z The sub menu 2 is displayed. 3) While looking at the screen, press ◀▶...

  • Page 63: [Advanced Color]

    [Image adjust] menu [Advanced color] [Noise reduction] Sets the operation of the color control device that Reduces noise when viewing old video or other independently controls the quantity of yellow light. images affected by noise. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Advanced color]. 1) Press ▲▼...

  • Page 64: [Reset]

    [Image adjust] menu [Reset] The setting returns to its value before adjustment. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 3) Select [Yes], and press the <ENTER> button. ■ z The setting returns to its value before adjustment.

  • Page 65: [Screen] Menu

    [Screen] menu [Screen] menu [Zoom] Select [Screen] from the main menu on the menu screen, and select the item from the sub menu. Stores the aspect ratio and projects at full panel size. ■ For operation of the menu screen, refer to z When there is no input signal, this item is grayed “Navigating through menu”...

  • Page 66: [Custom]

    [Screen] menu [Custom] [Digital zoom +] Deletes the values registered in [Custom adj.]. This mode can only be adjusted for computer inputs. ■ z When there is no input signal, [Custom] can be 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Digital zoom +]. selected but the image will be projected in [Normal] mode.

  • Page 67: [Digital Zoom -]

    [Screen] menu [Digital zoom -] [Keystone] This mode can only be adjusted for computer inputs. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Keystone]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Digital zoom -]. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. ■ z The sub menu 2 is displayed.

  • Page 68: [Ceiling]

    [Screen] menu ■ [Corner pattern] ■ [Rear] Selects the corner pattern mode displayed during Sets the projection method in accordance with the corner correction. installation status of the projector. 1) Select [Corner pattern], and press the If the screen display has flipped, select [On]. <ENTER>...

  • Page 69: [Setting] Menu

    [Setting] menu [Setting] menu [Display] Select [Setting] from the main menu on the menu screen, and select the item from the sub menu. Sets the display of the on-screen menu. For operation of the menu screen, refer to 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Display]. “Navigating through menu”...

  • Page 70: [Background]

    [Setting] menu [Background] Note ■ z If a lamp fails as a result of a fault or reaching the end of its service life, the lamp indicator <LAMP 1 Selects the background screen when there is no input REPLACE>/<LAMP 2 REPLACE> on the front of signal.

  • Page 71: [Lamp Interval]

    [Setting] menu [Lamp interval] Note ■ z Even when the [Edge blending] setting screen is displayed, if you press the <ZOOM> button, the Sets the replacement cycle when [Lamp select] is set <FOCUS> button, the <LENS SHIFT> button, to [1-Lamp]. After the replacement cycle, the lamp for or the <SHUTTER>...

  • Page 72: [Color Matching]

    [Setting] menu ■ To adjust the black level ■ ■ To reset a value during ■ adjustment Adjusts the black level in the image. The setting returns to its value before adjustment. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Black level]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. 2) Press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 73: [Advanced Color Matching]

    [Setting] menu ■ To adjust the color ■ ■ To register adjusted content you ■ have changed 1) Press ▲▼ to select the color to adjust. Registers values after adjustment. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Store]. 3) Press ▲▼...
  • Page 74 [Setting] menu ■ To check the settings ■ ■ To check [Target] ■ Displays the setting status of [Image adjust]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select the color ([Red]/ 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Measured [Green]/[Blue]/[Cyan]/[Magenta]/ information]. [Yellow]/[White] in [Target]) to be adjusted.
  • Page 75 [Setting] menu ■ To set the display of test pattern ■ ■ To register adjusted content you ■ have changed 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Auto test pattern]. Registers values after adjustment. 2) Press the <ENTER> button. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Store]. 3) Press ▲▼...

  • Page 76: [Hdmi Setup]

    [Setting] menu ■ [Logo PIN code lock] ■ [HDMI setup] Sets the system to make the setting and changing If the image cannot be correctly displayed when an of the “logo” only by the administrator. external device is connected to the projector using 1) Select [Logo PIN code lock], and press HDMI, change the settings.

  • Page 77: [Fan Control]

    [Setting] menu ■ [Logo PIN code change] ■ [Remote control] Changes the logo PIN code. Allows simultaneous control or individual control with 1) Select [Logo PIN code change], and a single remote control when multiple projectors are used side by side. press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 78: [Power Management]

    [Setting] menu [Power management] [Direct on] This is a function for automatically switching on 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Power the power of the projector when the power cord is management]. connected, without requiring operations on the power <POWER ON> button on the remote control or the power button on the control panel.

  • Page 79: [Security]

    [Setting] menu ■ [PIN code lock] ■ [Security] Sets the PIN code to restrict projector operations Locks projector operations using button locking and to the administrator. the PIN code. 1) Select [PIN code lock], and press the 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Security]. <ENTER>...

  • Page 80: [Projector Id]

    [Setting] menu ■ [PIN code change] ■ [Shutter] Changes the PIN code. Sets the shutter function. 1) Select [PIN code change], and press 1) Press ▲▼ to select [Shutter]. the <ENTER> button. ■ z The PIN code input screen is displayed. 2) Press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 81 [Setting] menu ■ [Effect] ■ ■ [Management] ■ Sets special effects when shutter is opened and Sets a time between closing of the shutter and the closed. lamps turning off. 1) Select [Effect], and press the <ENTER> 1) Select [Management], and press the button.

  • Page 82: [Video Delay Control]

    [Setting] menu [Video delay control] Note ■ z This function can only be used when the input signal is composite video or S-video. Sets when you want to speed up digital processing of ■ z The closed caption is not displayed when the menu the images being projected.

  • Page 83: [P-Timer]

    [Setting] menu ■ [Filter counter timer] ■ ■ [Count up] ■ Sets a time to display a notification that the filter Elapsed time is counted from 00 min 00 sec. has reached the end of its replacement cycle. Elapsed time from 00 min 00 sec to 180 min 00 sec is displayed.

  • Page 84: [Test Pattern]

    [Setting] menu ■ [Restart] ■ Note ■ z While the test pattern is displayed, press the Restarts the count-up or countdown that was <ENTER> button or the <MENU> button to return paused using [Stop]. to the menu screen. ■ 1) Select [Restart], and press the z Even while the test pattern is displayed, the zoom, focus, lens shift, shutter, and power off functions <ENTER>...

  • Page 85: [Information] Menu

    [Information] menu [Information] menu ■ [Language] ■ Select [Information] from the main menu on the menu screen. Displays the current language. For operation of the menu screen, refer to ■ [Filter counter] ■ “Navigating through menu” ( page 50).  z Press ◀▶...

  • Page 86: [Network] Menu

    [Network] menu [Network] menu Select [Network] from the main menu on the menu screen, and select the item from the sub menu. For operation of the menu screen, refer to “Navigating through menu” ( page 50).  z After selecting the item, press ◀▶▲▼ to make ■...

  • Page 87: About Indicator Status

    About indicator status About indicator status If an indicator turns on If a problem occurs within the projector, it will be notified with the temperature indicator <WARNING TEMP.>/filter indicator <WARNING FILTER>/shutter indicator <SHUTTER>/lamp indicator <LAMP 1 REPLACE> and <LAMP 2 REPLACE>.
  • Page 88 About indicator status ■ When operating correctly ■ The status of the indicator is displayed with the following symbols. s: Off, ●: On, H: Flashing, ■: On or Flashing Indicator <LAMP 1 <WARNING <WARNING REPLACE>/ Status of the projector <POWER> <STANDBY>...
  • Page 89 About indicator status ■ When there is a problem with internal temperature ■ The status of the indicator is displayed with the following symbols. s: Off, ●: On, H: Flashing, ■: On or Flashing Indicator <LAMP 1 <WARNING <WARNING REPLACE>/ Status of the projector <POWER>...
  • Page 90 About indicator status ■ When there is a problem with internal power ■ The status of the indicator is displayed with the following symbols. s: Off, ●: On, H: Flashing, ■: On or Flashing Indicator <LAMP 1 <WARNING <WARNING REPLACE>/ Status of the projector <POWER>...
  • Page 91 About indicator status ■ When there is a problem with the lamp ■ The status of the indicator is displayed with the following symbols. s: Off, ●: On, H: Flashing, ■: On or Flashing Indicator <LAMP 1 <WARNING <WARNING REPLACE>/ Status of the projector <POWER>...

  • Page 92: Maintenance/Replacement

    Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before cleaning/replacing the unit ■ z When cleaning or replacing the unit, always turn off the power and remove the power plug from the outlet. pages 41, 44)  ■ z When turning off the power, make sure to follow the procedures in “Powering off the projector” ( page 44).

  • Page 93: Air Filter

    Maintenance/replacement ■ Air filter ■ Clean the air filter in the following cases. ■ z When the replacement message is displayed and the filter indicator <WARNING FILTER> lights up due to a blockage. ■ z The temperature inside the projector becomes high and the temperature indicator <WARNING TEMP.> lights, causing the projector turn off, due to a blockage.
  • Page 94 Maintenance/replacement (ii) Change the water two or three times while you rinse the air filter. •■Rinse it until the cloud of the water clears. If the air filter is not rinsed sufficiently, odor may result. ■ z Drying the air filter Naturally dry the air filter in a well-ventilated place, avoiding dust and direct sunlight.

  • Page 95: Replacing The Parts

    Maintenance/replacement Replacing the parts ■ Air filter ■ The replacement filter (Product No.: ET-RFE12) is optional. To purchase the product, consult your dealer. ■ Replacement of the air filter ■ 1) Slide the air filter cover. ■ z Pull and slide the air filter cover in the direction shown by the arrow. ■...

  • Page 96: Lamp Unit

    Maintenance/replacement ■ Lamp unit ■ The lamp unit is a consumable component. Check the lamp usage duration with “[Information] menu” page 85) and perform regular replacement.  If the replacement message is displayed on the screen and the lamp indicators <LAMP 1 REPLACE>/<LAMP 2 REPLACE>...

  • Page 97: Replacing The Lamp Unit

    Maintenance/replacement ■ Replacing the lamp unit ■ Attention ■ z Turn off the UV lamp before opening the lamp cover. ■ z When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, do not put your face near the lamp unit. ■ z Attach the lamp unit securely.
  • Page 98 Maintenance/replacement 4) Use a Phillips screwdriver to turn the lamp unit fixing screws (two screws) until they turn freely, and then holding the handle, slowly pull out the lamp unit from the projector. 5) Insert the new lamp unit taking note of its direction, and use a Phillips screwdriver to firmly tighten the lamp unit fixing screws (two screws).

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, refer to the corresponding pages. Problem Points to be checked Page ■ z Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? — ■ z Is the main power switch turned to ■...
  • Page 100 Troubleshooting Problem Points to be checked Page ■ The control buttons z Is the projector operation locked with [Key lock] in the [Setting] menu? of the projector do not work. ■ z Is [Input] selected correctly? ■ z Is [Image adjust] adjusted correctly? ■...

  • Page 101: Technical Information

    Technical Information Technical Information Adjusting screens of multiple screen images [Edge blending] and [Color matching] allow images from multiple projectors to be overlapped seamlessly. ■ [Edge blending] ■ 1) Check that the settings of [Screen] and [Image adjust] of each projector are the same.

  • Page 102: Color Matching

    Technical Information 6) Then use [Lens shift] to overlap the shaded areas. ■ z The red line will turn yellow if it is overlapped correctly. Edge blending Edge blending Left Start Left Start Width Width Right Start Right Start Width Width Start Start...
  • Page 103 Technical Information zAdjusting colors with a colorimeter 1) Turn [Advanced color matching] to [On]. 2) Select [Test pattern] and press the <ENTER> button. ■ z Displays the test pattern selection screen. 3) Select [Red] (or [Green], [Blue]) from [Measured] and press the <ENTER> button. ■...

  • Page 104: Pjlink

    Technical Information PJLink This projector complies with Class1 as defined by JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association) PJLink standards. This projector is compatible with all commands defined by PJLink Class1, and verifies that it complies with Class1 standards defined by PJLink. PJLink Projector input name Input name...

  • Page 105: Serial Terminal

    Technical Information ■ PJLink ■ The PJLink subcommittee was established within the Data Projector Group in September 2003. The new PJLink interface specification for projectors was stipulated by the PJLink subcommittee as part of its first year of activities. PJLink is a unified standard for the control and management of projectors. The standard allows centralized management of projectors and operation with a controller, regardless of manufacturer.

  • Page 106: Pin Assignments And Signal Names

    Technical Information ■ Pin assignments and signal names ■ <SERIAL IN> terminal Pin No. Signal name Details Outside view — Transmitted data Received data — Ground — Connected internally — <SERIAL OUT> terminal Pin No. Signal name Details Outside view —...
  • Page 107 Technical Information ■ Basic format (with sub command) ■ Same as basic format Sub command Parameter (6 bytes) (5 bytes) Symbol “+” or “-” (1 byte) and set value or adjustment value (5 bytes) Operation (1 byte) “=” (Value specified using parameter is set) *1: When sending commands without parameters, the operation (E) and parameter are not necessary.
  • Page 108 Technical Information zCommand for lens control Command Subcommand Details Note (parameters) LNSI2 Lens H shift + 00000 = Fine adjustment 1 +, + 00001 = Fine adjustment 1 -, LNSI3 Lens V shift + 00100 = Fine adjustment 2 +, + 00101= Fine adjustment 2 -, LNSI4 Lens focus + 00200 = Rough adjustment 1 +, + 00201 = Rough adjustment 1 -...

  • Page 109: Other Terminals

    Technical Information Other terminals ■ <S-VIDEO IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names ■ Pin No. Signal name Outside view GND (luminance signal) GND (color signal) Luminance signal Color signal ■ <ANALOG IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names ■ Pin No.
  • Page 110 Technical Information ■ <DIGITAL IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names ■ Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name Outside view T.M.D.S data 2 - (13) — T.M.D.S data 2 + (14) +5 V T.M.D.S data 2/4 (15) shield —...

  • Page 111: List Of Compatible Signals

    Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projector. ■ When the signal is analog ■ Scanning frequency Dot clock frequency Screen display mode Resolution (dots) (MHz) Horizontal (kHz) Vertical (Hz) VGA 1 640 x 480 31.470...
  • Page 112 Technical Information Scanning frequency Dot clock frequency Screen display mode Resolution (dots) (MHz) Horizontal (kHz) Vertical (Hz) SXGA 14 1 280 x 1 024i 50.000 94.000 80.000 SXGA 15 1 280 x 1 024 63.370 60.010 111.520 SXGA 16 1 280 x 1 024 76.970 72.000 130.080...
  • Page 113 Technical Information ■ When the signal is digital ■ Scanning frequency Dot clock frequency Screen display mode Resolution (dots) (MHz) Horizontal (kHz) Vertical (Hz) D-VGA 640 x 480 31.470 59.940 25.175 D-480i 720 (1 440) x 480 15.734 60.000 27.000 D-576i 720 (1 440) x 576 15.625...

  • Page 114: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications The following table describes the specifications of the projector. Model No. PT-EX12KE/PT-EX12KU Power supply AC 100 V - 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 100 V - 240 V 10.3 A 940 W Power consumption Standby: 17 W Size 4.57 cm (1.8") (aspect ratio 4:3)
  • Page 115 Specifications Model No. PT-EX12KE/PT-EX12KU Power cable length 3.0 m (118-1/8") Outer case Molded plastic Width: 538.5 mm (21-3/16") Height: 268 mm (10-9/16") (feet fully retracted) Depth: 757 mm Dimensions (29-13/16") (feet fully retracted, not including lens) Weight Approx. 28.0 k (61.7 lbs.) Operating environment temperature: 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F)

  • Page 116: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm 530.0 (20-7/8") 538.5 (21-3/16") 524.5 (20-21/32") 29.0 (1-5/32") 235.0 (9-1/4") 235.0 (9-1/4") * Actual dimension may differ depending on the product. 116 - ENGLISH...

  • Page 117: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards

    Installation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be performed by a qualified technician. ■ 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 118: Index

    Index Index [Information] ………………………………… 53, 85 Remote control …………………………………… 19 <INFORMATION> button Remote control operations ……………………… 47 Accessories ……………………………………… 17 Projector body ……………………………… 22 Replacing the lamp unit ………………………… 96 AC input terminal ………………………………… 21 [Input] ………………………………………… 51, 54 Replacing the parts ……………………………… 95 Adjusting adjustable feet …………………………...
  • Page 119 Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2012 (USA and Canada) Panasonic Solutions Company 3 Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 TEL: (905) 624 - 5010...

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