LCD Projector Commercial Use Operating Instructions PT-L785U Model No. VIDEO Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. TQBJ 0150...
We hope it will help you to get the most out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector. The serial number of your product may be found on its bottom. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is required.
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Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. Address: One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone number: 1-800-528-8601 or 1-800-222-0741 Email: pbtsservice@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.
Contents Preparation POSITION, ASPECT, RESIZING, AUTO SETUP, FRAME LOCK IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ...2 Audio adjustment ......46 Precautions with regard to safety...5 VOLUME, MUTE Accessories .........9 Changing the display language...46 Before use ........10 Option settings ......47 Location and function of each part...12 OSD, AUTO SEARCH, AUTO SIGNAL, RGB2 SELECT, RGB/YP , VGA60/480p, BACK...
Precautions with regard to safety WARNING If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming from the projector, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. B Do not continue to use the projector in such cases, otherwise fire or electric shocks could result.
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Do not do anything that might damage the power cord or the power cord plug. B Do not damage the power cord, make any modifications to it, place it near any hot objects, bend it excessively, twist it, pull it, place heavy objects on top of it or wrap it into a bundle.
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Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used. B Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you look directly into this light, it can hurt and damage your eyes. B Be especially careful not to let young children look into the lens. In addition, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord plug when you are away from the projector.
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Do not place any heavy objects on top of the projector. B Failure to observe this may cause the projector to become unbalanced and fall, which could result in damage or injury. Do not short-circuit, heat or disassemble the batteries or place them into water or fire.
NOTICE: B This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>...
Before use Caution when moving the projector Be sure to attach the lens cover before moving the projector. The projection lens is extremely susceptible to vibration and shocks. Be careful not to subject it to excessive vibration and shock when moving the projector.
Notes on use In order to get the best picture quality Draw curtains or blinds over any windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen. Do not touch the surfaces of the lens with your bare hands.
Location and function of each part Projector <Top, right and front> & # Projector control panel (page 14) $ Speaker % Connector panel (page 16) & MAIN POWER switch (pages 24 and 26) ' Power input socket (AC IN) (page 24) The accessory power cord is connected here.
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Projector <Back and bottom> & # Remote control signal receptor (page 22) $ Lamp unit holder (page 57) % Air outlet port Do not cover this port. & Carrying handle ' Security lock This can be used to connect a commercially-available theft-prevention cable (manufactured by Kensington).
Remote control unit & VIDEO Projector control panel & TEMP RGB INPUT LAMP INPUT AUTO SETUP VIDEO SHUTTER POWER STANDBY(R) ON(G) – FOCUS MENU < – ENTER ZOOM # Power indicator (pages 24, 26 and 27) This indicator illuminates red when the MAIN POWER switch is turned on, and illuminates green when the power is turned on and a picture starts to be projected.
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*When in computer operating mode, this button on the remote control unit functions differently. (page 33) * Arrow (F F G G I I and H H ) buttons (page 37) These buttons are used to select and adjust items in the on-screen menus. *When in computer operating mode, these buttons on the remote control unit function differently.
(continued from previous page) : VOLUME +/- buttons (page 30) These buttons are used to adjust the volume of the sound that is output from the projector’s built-in speakers and AUDIO OUT connector. Refer to page 46 for details on how to adjust the volume using the buttons on the projector control panel.
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& RGB2 IN/RGB OUT connector (pages 20, 21 and 47) This connector is used to input or output RGB signals and YP signals. Adjust “RGB2 SELECT” in the “OPTION” menu to select whether you want input or output with this connector. ' DVI-D IN connector (page 21) This connector is used to input DVI-D signals.
Setting-up Projection methods In way of installing projector, any one of the following four projection methods are used. Select whichever projection method matches the setting-up method. (The projection method can be set from the “OPTION” menu. Refer to page 48 for details.) BFront-desk projection BFront-ceiling projection Menu items...
Connections Notes on connections B Read the instruction manual for each peripheral device carefully before connecting it. B Turn off the power supply for all peripheral devices before making any connections. B If the cables necessary for connection are not included with the peripheral device or available as an option, you may need to prepare a proper cable for the device concerned.
Connecting to computer Computer Computer for control use Monitor D-sub 9-pin (male) Computer Audio system DVI cable (ET-SCDV03: sold separately) Computer (with DVI-D OUT connector) NOTE: B Do not input the signal to the RGB2 IN/RGB OUT connector when “RGB2 SELECT” in the “OPTION” menu is set to “OUTPUT”. (Refer to page 47.) Refer to the “Network Function Edition”...
Preparation for the remote control unit # Open the cover. $ Insert the batteries so that the polarities are correct, and then close the cover. AAA batteries (two) NOTE: B Do not drop the remote control unit. B Keep the remote control unit away from liquids. B Remove the batteries if not using the remote control unit for long periods.
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Setting the projector ID number for the remote control unit When controlling multiple projectors individually or simultaneously with a single remote control unit, a projector ID number must be set into the remote control unit as described in the following steps. # When setting the projector ID number, move the mode switch to the left side (Numeric).
Turning on the power Before turning on the power 1, Ensure that all peripheral devices are connected properly. 2, Connect the accessory power cord. 3, Remove the lens cover. Power cord & VIDEO Power indicator Lens cover Press the MAIN POWER switch to turn on the power. BThe power indicator on the projector will illuminate red.
Press the input select button to select the & input signal. VIDEO Input select VIDEO buttons Changing signals BA picture will be projected in accordance with the selected input signal. BWhen an YP signal is being input, “YP ” will be displayed (when “RGB/YP ”...
Turning off the power VIDEO Power indicator RGB INPUT indicator Press the POWER button. Power OFF B“Power OFF” is displayed on the CANCEL screen. Press the I I or H H button to select “OK”, and then press the ENTER button. BThe lamp unit will switch off and the picture will stop being projected.
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NOTE: B You can also turn off the power by pressing the POWER button twice or by holding it down for at least 0.5 seconds. B When the projector is in standby mode (the power indicator on the projector is illuminated red), the projector continues to draw approximately 11 W of power even when the cooling fan has stopped.
Correcting the image position automatically (AUTO SETUP) The position of the projected image can be corrected automatically in accordance with the input signal. Press the AUTO SETUP button. (When the edges of the projected image are not visible) B Automatic positioning will be carried out.
Turning off the picture and sound momentarily (SHUTTER) The “SHUTTER” function can be used to momentarily turn off the picture and sound from the projector when the projector is not being used for short periods of time, such as during breaks in meetings or when carrying out preparation.
Enlarging the picture (D.ZOOM) Press the D.ZOOM +/- button. VIDEO B The picture will then be enlarged to 1.5 times the normal size. The remote control unit functions during D.ZOOM (digital zoom) Press the F,G,IandHbuttons to move the enlarged area which you want to project. Press the D.ZOOM +/- buttons to change the enlargement ratio.
Adjusting the zoom and focus (LENS) Press the LENS button. VIDEO B Press the I or H button to adjust the size of the projected image. B Press the F or G button to adjust the focus of the projected image. NOTE: B “ZOOM/FOCUS”...
Useful functions of the remote control unit Laser beam pointer The laser beam emitted from the remote control can be used as a pointer by pointing forward to the screen. While the LASER button is being pressed, the laser beam is being emitted and the operating indicator illuminates.
Wireless mouse By connecting the wireless mouse receiver (ET-RMRC2, sold separately) to a personal computer, you can use the remote control unit as a personal computer mouse. Mode switch (Computer/Projector) Move the mode switch to the “Computer” position. VIDEO B PAGE UP button PAGE UP button Functions as the Page Up ENTER button...
On-screen menus Menu screens The various settings and adjustments for this projector can be carried out by selecting the operations from on-screen menus. The general arrangement of these menus is shown below. PICTURE menu (page 39) When an RGB/DVI signal is being When a YP signal is being input input...
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POSITION menu (page 42) When an RGB/DVI signal is being When a YP signal is being input input POSITION POSITION POSITION H: 128 POSITION DOT CLOCK CLOCK PHASE CLOCK PHASE KEYSTONE TOP LEFT KEYSTONE OSD POSITION OSD POSITION TOP LEFT ASPECT RESIZING RESIZING...
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OPTION menu (page 47) OPTION OPTION PREVIOUS PAGE ^ AUTO SEARCH FRONT/REAR FRONT REAR AUTO SIGNAL DESK/CEILING DESK CEILING RGB2 SELECT INPUT OUTPUT FAN CONTROL STANDARD HIGH RGB/YP LAMP POWER HIGH VGA60/480p VGA60 480p LAMP RUN TIME 10 H BACK COLOR BLUE BLACK FUNC1...
Menu operation guide # Press the MENU button. The menu screen will be displayed. VIDEO PICTURE PICTURE MODE STANDARD CONTRAST BRIGHT SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP. STANDARD WHITE BALANCE R WHITE BALANCE G WHITE BALANCE B STANDARD SELECT:[^][@] ENTER:[ENTER] SELECT:[{][}] ESC:[MENU] $ Press the I I or H H button to select a menu. The selected menu screen will then be displayed.
& Press the F F or G G button to Returning a setting to select an item. the factory default If you press the STD (standard) POSITION button on the remote control unit, POSITION H: 128 you can return settings to the DOT CLOCK CLOCK PHASE factory default settings.
Adjusting the picture Press the F or G button on the When an S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal is being input projector or remote control unit to select an item, and then press the I or H button to change the PICTURE setting. PICTURE MODE STANDARD CONTRAST...
CONTRAST Noise Reduction (NR) This adjusts the contrast of the (S-VIDEO/VIDEO/480i and 576i picture. (Adjust the “BRIGHT” only) setting first if required before If the signal is of such poor quality adjusting the “CONTRAST” setting.) that picture interference appears, The picture is bright: I button you can suppress this interference H button The picture is dark:...
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TV-SYSTEM Projecting sRGB- (S-VIDEO/VIDEO only) compatible pictures AUTO sRGB is an international color NTSC reproduction standard (IEC61966-2- NTSC4.43 1) established by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). If you would like the colors in sRGB- PAL-M compatible pictures to be reproduced more faithfully, make PAL-N the following settings.
Adjusting the position When a YP signal is being input When an RGB signal is being input, press the AUTO SETUP POSITION button first to initiate automatic POSITION positioning. If the optimum setting CLOCK PHASE KEYSTONE is not obtained when “AUTO TOP LEFT OSD POSITION SETUP”...
DOT CLOCK Picture Operation (RGB only) condition Periodic striped pattern interference Press the F F (noise) may occur when a striped button. pattern such as the one below is projected. If this happens, press the I or H button to adjust so that any Press the G G such noise is minimised.
16:9 that the current correction setting The picture is compressed to a ratio exceeds the allowable range for of 16:9 and projected. the new input signal. B If you correct both vertical and horizontal keystone distortion at the same time, the allowable range of keystone correction becomes smaller.
S1 video signals RESIZING B S1 video signals are a type of This should normally be set to “ON”. video signal with an aspect ratio (This setting is only for signals of 16:9 which include a detector which have lower resolutions than signal.
Audio adjustment VOLUME Press the F or G button on the projector or remote control unit to Press the I or H button to adjust select an item. the volume of the sound output. MUTE AUDIO Set to “ON” pressing the I or H VOLUME MUTE button to turn off the volume of the...
Option settings Press the F or G button on the AUTO SEARCH projector or remote control unit to select an item, then press the I or The input signal will be detected and H button to change the setting. selected automatically when the input select (RGB, VIDEO) buttons are pressed for a few seconds.
VGA60/480p DESK When the projector is placed on a Set to “VGA60” when 59.9Hz desk or similar. VGA480 signals are being input (refer to page 70 for details). Set to CEILING “480p” when 480p RGB signals are When the projector is suspended being input.
FUNC 1 SET ID This assigns a function to the FUNC1 This item is used to set the projector button of the remote control unit . ID number to control two or more projectors either simultaneously or MUTE separately. Functions in the same way as the “MUTE”...
Adjusting the lens ZOOM/FOCUS Press the F or G button on the projector or remote control unit to select an item. Refer to page 31 for details. When adjusting “ZOOM/FOCUS”, press LENS SELECT the ENTER button to display the Change the setting in accordance adjustment screen.
Setting up the security function This projector is equipped with a security function. A password input screen can be displayed, or a company URL can be set up and displayed at the bottom of the projected image. A logo also can be displayed before projection. PASSWORD SETTING Press the I or H button on the projector or remote control unit to...
CHANGE TEXT NOTE: The text which is displayed when B The entered password will “TEXT DISPLAY” is set to “ON” can appear as . It will not be be changed. displayed on the screen. Press the ENTER button to display B If you enter the wrong the “CHANGE TEXT”...
LOGO CAPTURE NOTE: A logo can be captured from the B The letters which cannot be picture being projected. Press the input will be displayed in gray, ENTER button to display the and cannot be selected in capture adjustment screen. “CHANGE TEXT”.
When the TEMP indicator and the LAMP indicator are illuminated There are two indicators on the control panel of the projector which give information about the operating condition of the projector. These indicators illuminate or flash to warn you about problems that have occurred inside the projector, so if you notice that one of the indicators is on, turn off the power and check the table below for the cause of the problem.
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LAMP indicator Indicator Illuminated (red) Flashing (red) display It is nearly time to An abnormality has been detected in the lamp replace the lamp circuit. Problem unit. B Does “REPLACE B The power may B There may be an LAMP” appear on have been turned abnormality in the Possible...
Cleaning and replacing the air filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, the internal temperature of the projector will rise, the TEMP indicator will illuminate and the projector’s power will turn off (the TEMP indicator will flash after the power is turned off). The air filter should be cleaned every 100 hours of use.
Replacing the lamp unit Warning Lamp unit replacement period The lamp unit should only be The lamp is a consumable product. replaced by a qualified Even when the full life of the bulb technician. has not been exhausted, the When replacing the lamp, allow it brightness of the light will gradually to cool for at least one hour decline.
On-screen display LAMP indicator Displayed for 30 seconds. Pressing any More than 1 350 hours button will clear the Illuminates red during display. image projection and standby mode. Remains displayed until More than 1 500 hours any button is pressed. Lamp unit replacement procedure NOTE: B If the lamp usage time has passed 1 500 hours (when “LAMP POWER”...
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' Close the air outlet port, and + Press the G button and select then use a Phillips screwdriver the “LAMP RUN TIME” by pressing the F or G button. to securely tighten the air outlet port fixing screws. OPTION NOTE: PREVIOUS PAGE ^ B Be sure to install the lamp unit...
Before calling for service Before calling for service, check the following points. Problem Possible cause Page Power does not – B The power cord may not be connected. turn on. – B The MAIN POWER switch is turned off. – B The main power supply is not being supplied to the wall outlet.
Problem Possible cause Page The buttons on B The “CONTROL KEY” may be set to “OFF”. the projector do In order to set the “CONTROL KEY” to “ON” not function. without using the remote control unit, keep holding down the ENTER button on the projector and press the MENU button for more than 2 seconds.
Using the cable cover Putting the power cord and remote control unit away Installing the cable cover Remote control unit #Put the remote control unit (Infrared emitter) into the cable cover with the Hook1 buttons facing downward to prevent them from being Hook2 pressed.
Covering the connector panel When installing the projector to the ceiling, the accessory cable cover can be used to cover the connectors after removing the cut-away parts. # Use pliers or similar to break the &Push in the hook 2 until it locks perforated sections of the cut- into place.
Replacing the projection lens By replacing the projection lens with a lens that is sold separately, you can change the projection distance. Removing the lens #Turn the projection lens anticlockwise until it stops. $While pressing the lens release button, turn the projection lens anticlockwise again.
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Setting-up dimensions which are not given in the table can be calculated using the formulas below. SD (m): Screen size (diagonal) Projection distance for the wide lens position Projection distance for the telephoto lens position Model No. of projection lens Aspect ratio Methods of calculation of Projection distance (L) Unit: mm LW = 0.027xSD/0.0254-0.0523 LT = 0.0355xSD/0.0254-0.0509 ET-LE10...
Specifications Power supply: 100 V - 240 V ~, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption: 380 W [During standby (when fan is stopped): approx. 11 W, during “WEB STANDBY” mode: approx. 40W] Amps: 4.5 A - 2.0 A LCD panel: Panel size (diagonal): 1.0 type (25.4 mm) Aspect ratio: Micro lens array:...
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HD/SYNC: TTL, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible TTL, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible RGB AUDIO IN: Single-line, 0.5 V [rms] M3 jack (Stereo MINI) VIDEO IN: Single-line, RCA pin jack 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω S-VIDEO IN: Single-line, Mini DIN 4-pin Y 1.0 V [p-p], C 0.286 V [p-p], 75 Ω AUDIO IN (for S-VIDEO/VIDEO): Single-line, 0.5 V [rms] RCA pin jack x 2 (L-R) AUDIO OUT: Single-line, 0.5 V [rms] M3 jack (Stereo MINI)
Using the REMOTE connector Using the REMOTE connector which is on the connector panel of the projector, it is possible to operate the projector from an external location from where infrared remote control signals cannot be received, by using a remote control panel.
Using the SERIAL connector The serial connector which is on the connector panel of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector. Connection Communications settings Computer Signal level...
Control commands The commands which the personal computer can use to control the projector are shown in the following table. Control Command Remarks Contents In standby mode, all commands other than the PON command are ignored. Power ON B The PON command is ignored during lamp ON control.
Pin assignments Pin No. Signal Earth (Luminance signal) Earth (Color signal) & Luminance signal S-VIDEO IN & Color signal Appearance Pin No. Signal G/G·SYNC/Y HD/SYNC RGB1 IN, RGB2 IN/RGB OUT Appearance Pin + is spare. Pins &-*, , and - are for earth. Pins .
Projection dimensions calculation methods If the screen size (diagonal) is SD (m), then the following formula is used to calculate the projection distance for the wide lens position (LW) and the projection distance for the telephoto lens position (LT). LW/LT Minimum Projection Distance LW=0.0407xSD/0.0254-0.080 Maximum Projection Distance...
Dimensions <Units: mm (inch)> 25(-31/32˝) 290 (11-13/32˝) Trademark acknowledgements B VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. B Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. B S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
NOTES IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SECURITE AVERTISSEMENT: POUR REDUIRE LES RISQUES DE FEU OU DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER CE PRODUIT À L’EAU OU À L’HUMIDITÉ Alimentation: Ce projecteur LCD est conçu pour fonctionner sur secteur de 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz seulement. ATTENTION: Le cordon d’alimentation secteur fourni avec le projecteur peut être utilisé...
AVERTISSEMENT: B Ne peut être utilisé dans une salle d’ordinateurs telle que définie dans la norme ANSI/NFPA 75 Standard for Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment. Précautions de sécurité AVERTISSEMENT Si l’on remarque une émission de fumée, d’odeurs suspectes ou de bruits provenant du projecteur, débrancher la fiche du cordon d’alimentation de la prise de courant.
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Nettoyer la fiche du cordon d’alimentation régulièrement afin d’éviter toute accumulation de poussière. B Si de la poussière s’accumule sur la fiche du cordon d’alimentation, l’humidité peut endommager l’isolant et entraîner un incendie. Débrancher la fiche du cordon d’alimentation de la prise de courant et l’essuyer avec un tissu sec. B Si le projecteur n’est pas utilisé...
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Veiller à ce que les bornes + et - des piles n’entrent pas en contact avec des objets métalliques tels que colliers ou épingles à cheveux. B Sinon, les piles risquent de fuir, de surchauffer, d’exploser ou de prendre feu. B Ranger les piles dans un sac en plastique, et ne pas les ranger à...
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B Ne pas installer le projecteur dans des endroits étroits, mal ventilés tels que des placards ou des étagères. Ne pas installer le projecteur dans des endroits humides ou poussiéreux ou dans des endroits où le projecteur peut entrer en contact avec de la fumée ou la vapeur.
Débrancher la fiche du cordon d’alimentation de la prise de courant comme mesure de sécurité avant d’effectuer tout nettoyage. B Sinon cela peut causer des chocs électriques. Demander à un centre technique agréé de nettoyer l’intérieur du projecteur au moins une fois par an. B S’il n’est pas nettoyé...
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Si l’on utilise ce projecteur à un endroit élevé (au-dessus de 1 400 m), régler le “VENTILATEUR” sur “HAUTE” (se référer à la page 48). Sinon, des anomalies pourront se produire. Notes sur l’utilisation Afin d’obtenir la meilleure qualité d’image Fermer les rideaux ou les volets de toutes les fenêtres et éteindre les lampes fluorescentes situées à...
Remplacement du bloc de lampe AVERTISSEMENT Période de remplacement du bloc de lampe Le bloc de lampe ne devrait être La lampe est un produit qui doit être remplacé que par un technicien remplacé. Même si la durée de vie qualifié.
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Affichage à l’écran Indicateur LAMP Affiché pendant 30 secondes. L’affichage Plus de 1 350 heures S’allume en rouge disparaît si l’on appuie sur pendant que l’image est n’importe quelle touche. projetée et en mode Reste affiché jusqu’à ce d’attente. Plus de 1 500 heures qu’une touche quelconque soit pressée.
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' Refermer la sortie d’air, puis + Appuyer sur la touche G et utiliser un tournevis Phillips sélectionner “DURÉE LAMPE” en appuyant sur la touche I ou H. pour bien resserrer les vis de fixation de la sortie d’air. OPTION REMARQUE: PAGE PRÉCÉDENTE ^ B Veiller à...
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