Panasonic PT-DW740E Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PT-DW740E Operating Instructions Manual

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■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No.
z S: Silver model, the standard zoom lens supplied
K: Black model, the standard zoom lens supplied
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■ Before using your projector, be sure to read "Read this first!" ( x pages 2 to 8).

Operating Instructions

DLP
Projector
TM
PT-DW740E
Model No.
LS: Silver model, the lens sold separately
LK: Black model, the lens sold separately
Functional Manual
Commercial Use
PT-DW740EL
PT-DX810E
PT-DX810EL
ENGLISH
TQBJ0446

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    PT-DW740EL PT-DX810E PT-DX810EL Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No. z S: Silver model, the standard zoom lens supplied LS: Silver model, the lens sold separately...
  • Page 2: Read This First

    Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. 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 Be sure to read “Read this first!” 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.
  • 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: „ ON USE/INSTALLATION Do not place heavy objects on top of the projector. Failure to observe this will cause the projector to become unbalanced and fall, which could result in damage or injury. The projector will be damaged or deformed. Do not put your weight on this projector.
  • Page 8 Read this first! To remove the battery Remote Control Battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. (ii) 8 - ENGLISH...
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  • Page 10: Features Of The Projector

    Features of the Projector Quick Steps For details, see the corresponding pages. 1. Set up the projector. High luminance & High color ( x page 26) reproducibility The unique optical and lamp drive systems achieve a high luminance and high color 2.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( x pages 2 to 8) Read this first! ..........2 Projecting ..............45 Selecting the input signal ........45 Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift ..... 45 Chapter 1 Preparation Moving the lens to the home position ....46 Precautions for use ..........
  • Page 12 Chapter 5 Maintenance [SHUTTER SETTING] .......... 73 [FREEZE] ............. 73 Lamp/Temperature/Filter indicators ....110 [SIDE BY SIDE](PT-DW740E only) ...... 73 Managing the indicated problems .......110 [CUT OFF] ............74 Maintenance/replacement........112 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ........75 Before maintaining/replacing the unit ....112 [PROJECTOR ID] ..........
  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Preparation

    Preparation Chapter 1 This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector. ENGLISH - 13...
  • Page 14: Precautions For Use

    Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Precautions for use Cautions when transporting f The projection lens is susceptible to effects from vibration or impact. Make sure to remove the projection lens when transporting. Also, use a protection cover or the like to prevent dust from affecting the projection lens or the set. f When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts.
  • Page 15: Security

    Make your password difficult to guess as much as possible. f Change your password periodically. f Panasonic Corporation or its affiliate companies will never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge your password in case you receive such inquiries.
  • Page 16: Disposal

    © Panasonic Corporation 2012 This product incorporates the following software. (1) The software which is developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation (2)The software which is licensed under the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE (3)The software which is licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE For the license conditions of software categorized as (2) and (3), refer to the provisions of the Software license (GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE and GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE) in the supplied CD-ROM.
  • Page 17: Accessories

    Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed in < > show the number of accessories. Wireless/wired remote control unit <1> Lens cover <1> (N2QAYB000784) (TKKL5244) (for models with attached lenses only) CD-ROM <1>...
  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Optional accessories Optional accessories (product name) Model No. ET-DLE055 (fixed-focus lens), ET-DLE080 (ultra short-focus zoom lens), ET-DLE150 (short- Projection lens focus zoom lens), ET-DLE250 (medium-focus zoom lens), ET-DLE350 (long-focus zoom lens), ET-DLE450 (ultra long-focus zoom lens) Ceiling mount bracket ET-PKD56H (for high ceilings), ET-PKD55S (for low ceilings) Replacement lamp unit...
  • Page 19: Start-Up Display

    Chapter 1 Preparation — Start-up display Start-up display The initial setting screen is displayed when the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase as well as when [INITIALIZE] – [ALL USER DATA] ( x page 84) is executed. Set them in accordance with circumstances. In other occasions, you can change the settings by menu operations.
  • Page 20: About Your Projector

    Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector About your projector Remote control Front Bottom 10 <AUTO SETUP> button Remote control indicator Automatically adjusts the image display position while projecting Flashes if any button in the remote control is pressed. the image. Power standby <...
  • Page 21: Projector Body

    Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector Projector body Front Side Front 15 16 17 Rear Front Bottom Projection lens (for models with attached lenses only) Air exhaust port 10 Lamp unit cover ( x page 114) 11 Control panel ( x page 22) 12 Remote control signal receiver (rear) 13 Air intake port 14 Connecting terminals ( x page 22)
  • Page 22: Control Panel

    Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector r Control panel Power standby < v > button <MENU> button Sets the projector to the standby mode when the <MAIN Displays and erases the main menu. POWER> switch on the projector is set to <ON>. Returns to the previous screen when a sub-menu is displayed.
  • Page 23: Using The Remote Control

    Chapter 1 Preparation — Using the remote control Using the remote control Inserting and removing the batteries Open the cover. Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the m side first). (ii) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order.
  • Page 24: Connecting To The Projector With A Cable

    Chapter 1 Preparation — Using the remote control Connecting to the projector with a cable When you use the system with multiple projectors, configure the units as in the following figure. Use a commercial M3 stereo mini jack cable and connect the other devices to the <REMOTE 1 IN>/<REMOTE 1 OUT> terminals of the projector. The remote control is effective even in places where an obstacle stands in the light path or where devices are susceptible to outside light.
  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter 2 This chapter describes about things you need to do before using the projector such as the setup and connections. ENGLISH - 25...
  • Page 26: Setting Up

    Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following four projection methods. Select the appropriate method depending on the environment. Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item Method...
  • Page 27: Screen Size And Throw Distance

    Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Screen size and throw distance Refer to the following figures and table describing projection distances to install the projector. Image size and image position can be adjusted in accordance with the screen size and screen position. Projection screen Screen L (LW/LT)
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Projection distance per projection lens For PT-DW740E r When the screen aspect is 16:10 (unit: m) (The dimensions of the following table contain slight error.) Optional lens Fixed- Lens type Standard zoom lens...
  • Page 29 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect is 16:9 (unit: m) (The dimensions of the following table contain slight error.) Optional lens Fixed- Lens type Standard zoom lens Ultra-short focus Short focus zoom Medium focus zoom focus zoom lens lens...
  • Page 30 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect is 4:3 (unit: m) (The dimensions of the following table contain slight error.) Optional lens Fixed- Lens type Standard zoom lens Ultra-short focus Short focus zoom Medium focus zoom focus zoom lens lens...
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up For PT-DX810E r When the screen aspect is 4:3 (unit: m) (The dimensions of the following table contain slight error.) Optional lens Fixed- Lens type Standard zoom lens Ultra-short focus Short focus zoom Medium focus zoom focus zoom lens...
  • Page 32 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the screen aspect is 16:9 (unit: m) (The dimensions of the following table contain slight error.) Optional lens Fixed- Lens type Standard zoom lens Ultra-short focus Short focus zoom Medium focus zoom focus zoom lens lens...
  • Page 33 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. For PT-DW740E Lens type Projection lens Model No.
  • Page 34: Adjusting Adjustable Feet

    Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Lens type Projection lens Model No. Aspect ratio Projection distance (L) formula Min. (LW) L = 0.6693 x SD (m) – 0.0471 Max. (LT) L = 0.8307 x SD (m) – 0.0442 Ultra-short focus zoom ET-DLE080 lens Min.
  • Page 35: Removing/Attaching The Projection Lens

    Chapter 2 Getting Started — Removing/attaching the projection lens Removing/attaching the projection lens Attach and remove the projection lens in the same way as a standard zoom lens and optional accessories. Move the projection lens to the home position before replacing or removing the lens ( x page 46). Attention f Replace the projection lens after turning off the power of the projector.
  • Page 36 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Removing/attaching the projection lens Attach the projection lens cover aligning the marking (groove *1) with the tip of the arrow on the projector (*2), and secure the projection lens cover by turning it until groove *1 aligns with the *3 P marking.
  • Page 37: Connections

    Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connections Connections Before connecting to the projector f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables. f 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 38: Connecting Example: Av Equipment

    Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connections Connecting example: AV equipment DVD player with attached HDMI terminal (HDCP) VCR (with built-in TBC) Blu-ray disc player Attention f Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR. g A VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC) g A time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR f If nonstandard burst signals are connected, the image may be distorted.
  • Page 39 Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connections f The <HDMI IN> terminal of the projector can be connected to an external device with a DVI-D terminal by using an HDMI/DVI conversion cable, but some devices may not project the image properly or function properly. f The <DVI-D IN>...
  • Page 40: Chapter 3 Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Chapter 3 This chapter describes basic operations to start with. 40 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 41: Switching On/Off The Projector

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation — Switching on/off the projector Switching on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord cover is securely fixed to 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 details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!”...
  • Page 42: Power Indicator

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation — Switching on/off the projector Power indicator Displays the status of the power. Check the <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> status of the power indicator before operating the projector. Power indicator <ON G /STANDBY R > Indicator status Status No illumination or flashing The main power is switched off.
  • Page 43: Making Adjustments And Selections

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation — Switching on/off the projector or higher, turn off the main power, and then turn on the power again. f If [PROJECTOR SETUP] → [STANDBY MODE] ( x page 78) is set to [ECO] on the menu, there may be a 10 second display lag when the power is turned on compared to when the setting is [NORMAL].
  • Page 44: Direct Power Off Function

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation — Switching on/off the projector Wait until the power indicator <ON(G)/ Press the <OFF> side of the <MAIN POWER> STANDBY (R)> of the projector lights in red (and switch to turn off the power. the fan stops) for approximately 170 seconds. Note f Do not turn on the power and project images immediately after turning the projector off.
  • Page 45: Projecting

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation — Projecting Projecting Check the projection lens attachment ( x page 35), external device connection ( x page 37) and power cord connection ( x page 41), and then switch on the power ( x page 42) to start projecting. Select the video for projection, and adjust appearance of the projected image. Selecting the input signal Select an input signal.
  • Page 46: Moving The Lens To The Home Position

    Zoom lens Lens type Standard zoom lens, ET-DLE150, ET-DLE250, ET-DLE080 ET-DLE350, ET-DLE450 Standard projection position PT-DW740E Standard projection position 0.1 H Projection screen width H 0.1 H 0.1 H Projection screen width H 0.1 H...
  • Page 47: Remote Control Operation

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation — Remote control operation Remote control operation Using the shutter function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to turn off the image temporarily.
  • Page 48: Switching The Input

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation — Remote control operation Switching the input The input for projection can be switched. button Press the input selection (<RGB1>, <RGB2>, <DVI-D>, <VIDEO>, <S-VIDEO>, and <HDMI>) buttons. f This operation can be also performed by pressing the input selection (<RGB1>, <RGB2>, <DVI-D>, <VIDEO>, <S-VIDEO>, and <HDMI>) buttons on the control panel.
  • Page 49: Using The Function Button

    Press the <FUNCTION> button. Note f [SIDE BY SIDE] can be set only with PT-DW740E. f The [PROJECTOR SETUP] → [FUNCTION BUTTON] ( x page 82) in the menu performs function assignment. Displaying the internal test pattern The projector has nine types of internal test patterns to check the condition of the set. To display test patterns, perform the following steps.
  • Page 50: Chapter 4 Settings

    Settings Chapter 4 This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu. 50 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 51: Menu Navigation

    Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button Press the <MENU> button on the remote Press the <ENTER> button. control or the control panel.
  • Page 52: Main Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Press the <DEFAULT> button on the remote control. Note f You cannot reset all the settings to the factory default at once. f To reset all the settings adjusted in the sub-menu item to the factory default at a time, perform initialization from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
  • Page 53: [Position]

    [AUTO SETUP] ― [RGB IN] ― [DVI-D IN] ― [HDMI IN] ― [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] ― [BACK COLOR] [BLUE] [STARTUP LOGO] [DEFAULT LOGO] [SHUTTER SETTING] ― [FREEZE] ― [SIDE BY SIDE] ― [CUT OFF] ― * Only for PT-DW740E. ENGLISH - 53...
  • Page 54: [Projector Setup]

    Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation [PROJECTOR SETUP] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [PROJECTOR ID] [ALL] [PROJECTION METHOD] [FRONT/FLOOR] [COOLING CONDITION] [FLOOR SETTING] [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] [OFF] [LAMP SELECT] [DUAL] [LAMP RELAY] [OFF] [LAMP POWER] [NORMAL] [STANDBY MODE] [NORMAL] [SCHEDULE] [OFF] [STARTUP INPUT SELECT] [LAST USED]...
  • Page 55: [Picture] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu Select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to adjust. [PICTURE MODE] You can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the environment in which the projector is used.
  • Page 56: [Color]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press qw to adjust the level. r Operations and adjustment range Operation Adjustment Range Increases the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the Press w . screen. -31 - +31 Press q . Reduces the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen.
  • Page 57: [White Gain]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press the <ENTER> button. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [WHITE BALANCE] screen is displayed. f The [WHITE BALANCE HIGH] screen or the [WHITE BALANCE LOW] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WHITE BALANCE HIGH] Press as to select [RED], [GREEN], or [BLUE].
  • Page 58: [Sharpness]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press qw or the <ENTER> button. Press qw to switch [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW]. f The [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] individual adjustment screen is displayed. f The setting will change among [OFF], [1], [2] and [3] each time you press the button.
  • Page 59: [System Selector]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [SYSTEM SELECTOR] The projector will automatically detect the input signal, but you can set the system method manually when an unstable signal is input. Set the system method matching the input signal. Press as to select [SYSTEM SELECTOR]. Press as to select a system format.
  • Page 60: [Position] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu Select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to adjust. [SHIFT] You can move the image position vertically or horizontally if the image position projected on the screen is shifted even when the relative position of the projector and the screen is installed correctly.
  • Page 61: [Zoom]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu r [ASPECT] [DEFAULT] Pictures are displayed without changing the aspect ratio of the input signals. The projector identifies the video ID (VID) embedded in the image signals and displays the image by [VID AUTO] automatically switching the screen sizes between 4:3 and 16:9.
  • Page 62: [Clock Phase]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Note f When [ASPECT] is set to [THROUGH], [ZOOM] is not displayed. When [ASPECT] is set to [DEFAULT] Press as to select [ZOOM]. Press as to select [INTERLOCKED]. Press qw to switch [INTERLOCKED]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ZOOM] screen is displayed.
  • Page 63: [Keystone]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [KEYSTONE] You can correct the trapezoidal distortion that occurs when the projector is installed tilted or when the screen is tilted. Press as to select [KEYSTONE]. Press as to select the item to adjust. Press qw to adjust.
  • Page 64: [Advanced Menu] Menu

    Press q . moves upward. Top of the screen [UPPER] The blanking zone Press w . moves downward. PT-DW740E: 0 to 399 PT-DX810E: 0 to 383 The blanking zone Press q . moves upward. Bottom of the screen [LOWER] The blanking zone Press w .
  • Page 65: [Input Resolution]

    Left side of the screen [LEFT] The blanking zone Press q . moves to the left. PT-DW740E: 0 to 639 PT-DX810E: 0 to 511 The blanking zone Press w . moves to the right. Right side of the...
  • Page 66: [Raster Position]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Press qw to switch [ON]. Press the <ENTER> button. f A marker for image position adjustment is displayed. f The [BRIGHT INSIDE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press as to select [START] or [WIDTH], f If [INTERLOCKED] is set to [OFF], [RED], [GREEN], and [BLUE] then press qw to adjust starting point and can be adjusted individually.
  • Page 67: [Display Language] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu Select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f Press as to select a language, and press the <ENTER> button to set. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display.
  • Page 68: [Display Option] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to set.
  • Page 69: [Color Correction]

    Press qw to switch [SCREEN FORMAT]. f The setting will change between [16:10] and [16:9] for Press the <ENTER> button. PT-DW740E, or [4:3] and [16:9] for PT-DX810E. f The [SCREEN SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [SCREEN POSITION].
  • Page 70: [Auto Signal]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [AUTO SIGNAL] Set automatic execution of auto setup. The screen display position or signal level can be adjusted automatically without pressing the <AUTO SETUP> button on the remote control on each occasion if you input unregistered signals frequently at meetings, etc. Press as to select [AUTO SIGNAL].
  • Page 71: [Hdmi In]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch [DVI SIGNAL LEVEL]. f The setting will change between [0-255:PC] and [16-235] each time you press the button. r [DVI EDID] [EDID3] Switch between fine settings for a moving image and for a still image. Select mainly when an external device that outputs movie-type image signals (such as a blu-ray disk [EDID1] player) is connected to the <DVI-D IN>...
  • Page 72: [Back Color]

    The entire projection area appears blue. [BLACK] The entire projection area appears black. [DEFAULT LOGO] The Panasonic logo is projected. [USER LOGO] The picture registered by the user is projected. Note f To create the image for [USER LOGO], “Logo Transfer Software” included in the supplied CD-ROM is required.
  • Page 73: [Shutter Setting]

    Press as to select [FREEZE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f Press the <MENU> button to release. [SIDE BY SIDE](PT-DW740E only) Displays two different input signals simultaneously. Press as to select [SIDE BY SIDE]. Press as to select the image to display on the Input B side.
  • Page 74: [Cut Off]

    The two window display maintains the aspect ratio selected with the <ASPECT> button on the remote control or the setting of [ASPECT]. f The two window display may not be available depending on the combination of input signals. Refer to “Two window display combination list (PT-DW740E only)” ( x page 125) for details. [CUT OFF] Each red, green and blue color component can be removed.
  • Page 75: [Projector Setup] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to set.
  • Page 76: [Cooling Condition]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [COOLING CONDITION] Change the fan control depending on the direction of projection. Set [COOLING CONDITION] correctly in accordance with the direction of projection referring to the following figure. It may shorten the life of the lamp if used in incorrect setting.
  • Page 77: [Lamp Relay]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu operating time of either of them exceeds 2000 hours (when [LAMP POWER] is set to [NORMAL]), only the other lamp will light. However, if both lamps do not light, or the cumulative operating time of both of them exceeds 2000 hours (when [LAMP POWER] is set to [NORMAL]), the projector will go into standby.
  • Page 78: [Standby Mode]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f When [ECO] is set, the power consumption and operation sound can be reduced while the lamp life can be increased. [STANDBY MODE] Set the power consumption during the standby. Press as to select [STANDBY MODE]. Press qw to switch [STANDBY MODE].
  • Page 79: [Startup Input Select]

    [LAMP SELECT], [NORMAL]/[ECO] in [LAMP POWER], and *1*2 [OFF]/[ON] in [SIDE BY SIDE] will change each time you press *1 The details set in step 11) are displayed. *2 Only for PT-DW740E qw . Press the <ENTER> button. Press the <ENTER> button.
  • Page 80: Rs-232C]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [S-VIDEO] Sets the input to be projected when the projector is switched on to S-VIDEO. [DVI-D] Sets the input to be projected when the projector is switched on to DVI-D. [HDMI] Sets the input to be projected when the projector is switched on to HDMI. [RS-232C] Set the communication conditions of the <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT>...
  • Page 81: [Remote2 Mode]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch [GROUP]. Press qw to switch [RESPONSE(ID GROUP)]. f The setting will change among [A] to [Z] each time you press f The setting will change between [ON] and [OFF] each time you the button.
  • Page 82: [No Signal Shut-Off]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LAMP1 SERIAL NUMBER] Displays the serial number of the lamp 1. [LAMP2 SERIAL NUMBER] Displays the serial number of the lamp 2. [MAIN VERSION] Displays the main version of the firmware of the projector. [SUB VERSION] Displays the sub version of the firmware of the projector.
  • Page 83: [Date And Time]

    Temporarily freezes video to be a still image. ( x page 73) [SIDE BY SIDE] Switches to the two window display. ( x page 73) * Only for PT-DW740E [DATE AND TIME] Set the time zone, date, and time of the built-in clock of the projector.
  • Page 84: [Load All User Data]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LOAD ALL USER DATA] Load the various setting values saved as a backup in the built-in memory of the projector. Press as to select [LOAD ALL USER DATA]. Enter a security password and press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 85: [Test Pattern] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu Select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f Press qw to switch. [TEST PATTERN] Displays the test pattern built-in to the projector.
  • Page 86: [Signal List] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu [SIGNAL LIST] menu Select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. r Registered signal status f A name can be set for each sub memory ( x page 87). f Memory number: A1 (1-2) Sub memory number...
  • Page 87: Protecting The Registered Data

    Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu Note f A signal can also be deleted from [ENTRY SIGNAL DELETE] on the [REGISTERED SIGNAL SETUP] screen. Protecting the registered data Registered signals can be protected. Press asqw to select the signal to protect. Press as to select [LOCK].
  • Page 88 Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu To register the current settings to the list Press qw on the normal screen (when the Press asqw to select the sub memory number to register in [SUB MEMORY LIST]. menu is not displayed). f The sub memory registration screen is displayed if the sub Press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 89: [Security] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu Select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press awsqawsq in order, and press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 90: [Text Change]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press qw to switch [DISPLAY SETTING]. f The setting will change among [OFF], [TEXT], and[USER LOGO] each time you press the button. r [DISPLAY SETTING] [OFF] The text display is disabled. [TEXT] The text display is enabled. [USER LOGO] The picture registered by the user is projected.
  • Page 91 Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press as to select [CONTROL PANEL] or Press as to select an item, and press the [REMOTE CONTROL]. <ENTER> button. Press the <ENTER> button. When the confirmation is displayed, select [OK] or [CANCEL], and press the <ENTER> button. f The [CONTROL PANEL] screen or the [REMOTE CONTROL] screen is displayed.
  • Page 92: [Network] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu Select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 51) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to set. [NETWORK SETUP] Perform the initial setting of the network before using the network function.
  • Page 93: [Network Status]

    Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu r [NETWORK CONTROL] [WEB CONTROL] Set to [ON] to control with the Web browser. [PJLink CONTROL] Set to [ON] to control with the PJLink protocol. Set to [ON] to control with the <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal control command format [COMMAND CONTROL] ( x page 123).
  • Page 94: Accessing From The Web Browser

    The factory default setting of the user name is user1 (user rights)/admin1 (administrator rights) and the password is panasonic (lower case). Note f If you use a Web browser to control the projector, set [WEB CONTROL] to [ON] in [NETWORK CONTROL] ( x page 92).
  • Page 95 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Descriptions of items Page tab [Detailed set up] Switches pages by clicking it. The [Detailed set up] page is displayed by clicking this item. [Status] [Change password] The status of the projector is displayed by clicking this item. The [Change password] page is displayed by clicking this item.
  • Page 96: Error Information Page

    Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Error information page When [Error (Detail)] is displayed in the self-diagnosis display of the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the error details. f The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error. [OK]: operating properly [FAILED]: a problem occurred [WARNING]: warning...
  • Page 97 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Network status] page Click [Status] → [Network status]. The current network setting status is displayed. [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 98 [TEST PATTERN] [FREEZE] Displays the test pattern. Temporarily pauses the image. [SIDE BY SIDE] (only for PT-DW740E) Displays two different input signals simultaneously. [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. f Click [Network config] to display the [CAUTION!] screen.
  • Page 99: Adjust Clock] Page

    Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu f The following setting change screen is displayed by pressing the [Change] button. [PROJECTOR NAME] [DNS1] Enter the name of the projector. Also enter the host name if it is Enter the DNS1 server address. required when using a DHCP server, etc.
  • Page 100 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Note f The replacement of the battery inside the projector is required when the time goes out of alignment right after correcting the time. Please consult your dealer. [Ping test] page You can check whether the network is connected to the E-mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc. Click [Detailed set up] →...
  • Page 101 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [E-mail set up] page You can send E-mail to an E-mail address (maximum two addresses) set in advance when a problem occurs or the cumulative operating time of a lamp reaches a set value. Click [Detailed set up] →...
  • Page 102 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu (10) (11) [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] [LAMP2 RUNTIME]: Enter the E-mail address to be sent when two E-mail addresses An E-mail message is sent when the remaining lamp on time for are to be used. the lamp 2 has reached the value set at the right field.
  • Page 103: Contents Of Mail Sent

    Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Contents of mail sent Example of E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : DW740 Serial No...
  • Page 104 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Example of the E-mail sent for an error The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : DW740 Serial No : SH1234567 ----- check system -----...
  • Page 105 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Administrator] account [Account] [New][Password] Displays the account to change. Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Current][User name] Enter the user name before the change. [New][Password(Retype)] Enter the desired new password again. [Current][Password] Enter the current password.
  • Page 106 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Change password] (For user rights) Only the change of password is enabled under the user rights. [Old Password] [Retype] Enter the current password. Enter the desired new password again. [New Password] [OK] Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single Determines the change of password.
  • Page 107 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Tools] page Click [Tools] on the control page. [Control System] [DHCP] Set the information required for communicating with the Displays the current setting. controller to be connected with the projector. [Ip Address] Displays the current setting. [User Password] [Subnet Mask] Set the user rights password for the RoomView control page.
  • Page 108 Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Help] page Click [Help] on the control page. The [Help Desk] window is displayed. [Help Desk] Messages can be sent to or received from an administrator who uses Crestron RoomView. 108 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 109: Chapter 5 Maintenance

    Maintenance Chapter 5 This chapter describes inspection when there are problems, and maintenance methods. ENGLISH - 109...
  • Page 110: Lamp/Temperature/Filter Indicators

    Chapter 5 Maintenance — 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>/ 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.
  • Page 111 Chapter 5 Maintenance — Lamp/Temperature/Filter indicators Temperature indicator <TEMP> Flashing in red Flashing in red Indicator status Lighting in red (1 time) (3 times) Internal temperature is high Internal temperature is high Status Warm-up status The cooling fan has stopped. (warning) (standby warning) f Did you turn on the...
  • Page 112: Maintenance/Replacement

    Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before maintaining/replacing the unit f Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining or replacing the unit. ( x pages 41, 43) f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” ( x page 43). Maintenance Outer case Wipe off dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Page 113: Replacing The Unit

    Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Dry the air filter unit. f Let the unit naturally dry off in a well-ventilated place where there is little dust and the unit is protected from direct sunlight. f Do not dry using drying devices such as dryers. f When the air filter unit is dry, proceed to the procedure described in “Attaching the air filter unit”...
  • Page 114: Lamp Unit

    Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Note f The replacement cycle of the air filter unit varies greatly depending on the usage environment. Lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component. Check the lamp usage time in [PROJECTOR SETUP] [STATUS] ( x page 81) in the menu and change the lamp periodically.
  • Page 115 Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Follow the procedures described in “Switching Carefully push the new lamp unit into the projector. off the projector” (x page 43) to set the <MAIN POWER> switch to <OFF>, disconnect Use a Phillips screwdriver to firmly tighten the the power plug from the power outlet, and wait lamp unit fixing screws (three screws each).
  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Page f Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? ― f Is the <MAIN POWER> switch turned <OFF>? f Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? ―...
  • Page 117: Chapter 6 Appendix

    Appendix Chapter 6 This chapter describes specifications and after-sales service for the projector. ENGLISH - 117...
  • Page 118: Technical Information

    “11 12 21 22 31 32” NAME? Projector name query Returns the name set in [PROJECTOR NAME] of [NETWORK SETUP]. INF1? Manufacturer name query Returns “Panasonic”. INF2? Model name query Returns “DW740” or “DX810”. INF0? Other information queries Returns information such as version number.
  • Page 119: Control Commands Via Lan

    “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) Command transmission method Transmit using the following command formats.
  • Page 120: Error Response

    Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information r Error response Error message Termination symbol “ERR1” Undefined control command “ERR2” Out of parameter range “ERR3” Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) 0x0d “ERR4” Timeout or no-acceptable period “ERR5” Wrong data length “ERRA” Password mismatch 4 bytes 1 byte...
  • Page 121: Serial In>/ Terminal

    Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information r Error response Error message Termination symbol “ERR1” Undefined control command “ERR2” Out of parameter range “ERR3” Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) 0x0d “ERR4” Timeout or no-acceptable period “ERR5” Wrong data length “ERRA” Password mismatch 4 bytes 1 byte...
  • Page 122: Basic Format

    Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information Sync. method Asynchronous Baud rate 9 600 bps Parity None Character length 8 bit Stop bit 1 bit X parameter None S parameter None 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.
  • Page 123: Cable Specifications

    Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information Cable specifications <When connected to a computer> <When connected multiple projectors> NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC Projector Projector 1 Projector 2 Computer (<SERIAL IN> (<SERIAL OUT> (<SERIAL IN> (DTE specifications) terminal) terminal) terminal) NC NC...
  • Page 124: Remote 2 In> Terminal

    Chapter 6 Appendix — 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. Remote control Contact control Remote control/Contact control...
  • Page 125: Two Window Display Combination List (Pt-Dw740E Only)

    Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information Two window display combination list (PT-DW740E only) RGB1 RGB2 DVI-D HDMI Input A RGB1 RGB2 DVI-D HDMI Still Still VIDEO S-VIDEO Still Still Input B Movie Movie Movie Movie image image image image RGB1 ―...
  • Page 126 Plug and play columns but has an entry in the Format column, it can be input. For signals without a l in the Plug and play columns, there may be instances where resolution cannot be selected in the computer even though the projector supports them. *4 Only for PT-DW740E 126 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 127 Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information Note f The number of display dots for PT-DW740E is 1 280 x 800, and that for PT-DX810E is 1 024 x 768. A signal with a different resolution is converted to the number of display dots and displayed.
  • Page 128: Specifications

    (including S Horizontal: 15.75 kHz/15.63 kHz, Vertical: 50 Hz/60 Hz video) Horizontal: 15 kHz to 91 kHz, Vertical: 50 Hz to 85 Hz PIAS (Panasonic Intelligent Auto Scanning) system For RGB signals Dot clock frequency 162 MHz or less f 525i (480i) f 625i (576i) Horizontal: 15.75 kHz, Vertical: 60 Hz...
  • Page 129 Chapter 6 Appendix — Specifications Model No. PT-DW740E PT-DW740EL PT-DX810E PT-DX810EL 1 set (BNC x 5) RGB signals 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (SYNC ON GREEN: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω) <RGB 1 IN> SYNC/HD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible...
  • Page 130: Dimensions

    Chapter 6 Appendix — Dimensions Dimensions Units: mm 498 (19-19/32") * The above shows the dimensions with the standard zoom lens attached. * Actual dimensions may differ depending on the product. 130 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 131: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards

    Request for a qualified technician to do the installation. f 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 132: Index

    Index Index Initial setting ……………………………………… 19 [SCHEDULE]……………………………………… 78 [INPUT RESOLUTION] ………………………… 65 [SCREEN SETTING] …………………………… 69 Accessories ……………………………………… 17 Installation precautions ………………………… 14 Security …………………………………………… 15 <AC IN> terminal ………………………………… 21 [SECURITY] ………………………………… 54, 89 Adjusting adjustable feet ………………………… 34 [SECURITY PASSWORD] ………………………...
  • Page 133 This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Environment care information for users in China This symbol is only valid in China. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2012 M0812YY0 -YI...

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