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LCD Projector

Operating Instructions

Model No.
Commercial Use
PT-LB10NTU
PT-LB10U
PT-LB10VU
PT-LB10SU
POWER
INPUT
VIDEO
RGB
AUTO
MENU
SETUP
ENTER
FREEZE
SHUTTER
STD
VOLUME
D.ZOOM
INDEX
WINDOW
PROJECTOR
R
TQBJ 0141

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    LCD Projector Commercial Use Operating Instructions PT-LB10NTU Model No. PT-LB10U PT-LB10VU PT-LB10SU POWER INPUT VIDEO AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2: Dear Panasonic Customer

    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.
  • Page 3 CAUTION: This equipment is equipped with a three-pin grounding-type power plug. Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This plug will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparation SIGNAL MODE, Projecting sRGB- compatible pictures IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ...2 Adjusting the position....40 Precautions with regard to POSITION, DOT CLOCK, CLOCK safety .........6 PHASE, ASPECT, RESIZING, FRAME LOCK Accessories .......10 Changing the display language...43 Before use ........11 Option settings ......43 Location and function of each OSD, AUTO SEARCH, AUTO part...........13...
  • Page 6: Precautions With Regard To Safety

    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.
  • Page 7 B If the power cord is used while damaged, electric shocks, short-circuits or fire may result. B Ask an Authorized Service Center to carry out any repairs to the power cord that might be necessary. Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. B Failure to observe this may result in electric shocks.
  • Page 8 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, disconnect the power cord when you are away from the projector.
  • Page 9 B Electric shocks can result if this is not done. Do not install the accessory wireless card to any device other than the card slot of the projector. (PT-LB10NTU only) B If this is not observed, damage to the device may result.
  • Page 10: Accessories

    POWER INPUT VIDEO AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER Power cord Carrying bag (K2CG3DR00005 x 1) (TPEP013 x 1) FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR PT-LB10NTU only CD-ROM Wireless Card Hexagon wrench (TQBH9005 x1) (N5HBD0000028 x1) (TKLA0701 x1 ) 10-E NGLISH...
  • Page 11: Before Use

    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. When moving the projector, use the accessory carrying bag. When placing the projector inside the carrying bag, position it so that the lens is facing upward.
  • Page 12: Notes On Use

    Wireless card slot (PT-LB10NTU only) Make sure that there are no foreign objects inside the slot when inserting the wireless card.
  • Page 13: Location And Function Of Each Part

    These buttons are used to unlock the front adjustable legs. Press to adjust the angle of tilt of the projector. ( Lens cover ) Projection lens * Remote control signal receptor (page 23) + Wireless card slot (PT-LB10NTU only) (page 18) Insert the wireless card into here. NGLISH...
  • Page 14 Projector <Back and bottom> $ %$ & # Connector panel (page 15) $ Air outlet port Do not cover this port. % Speaker & Front adjustable legs (L/R) (page 25) ' Air inlet port, Air filter (page 52) Do not cover this port. ( Lamp unit holder (page 53) NOTE: B During projection of an image, the cooling fan will operate, emitting a...
  • Page 15: Connector Panel

    Connector panel & # Power input socket (AC IN) (page 24) The accessory power cord is connected here. Do not use any power cord other than the accessory power cord. $ SERIAL connector (pages 21, 22 and 62) This connector is used to connect a personal computer to the projector in order to control the projector externally.
  • Page 16: Projector Control Panel

    Projector control panel Menu operation # $ % & <on connector panel:page 15> Remote control unit POWER INPUT VIDEO AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR 16-E NGLISH...
  • Page 17 # RGB INPUT indicator This indicator illuminates when a signal is being input to the RGB IN connector. $ LAMP indicator (page 51) This indicator illuminates when it is time to replace the lamp unit. It flashes if a circuit abnormality is detected. % TEMP indicator (page 50) This indicator illuminates if an abnormally high temperature is detected inside the projector or around it.
  • Page 18: Inserting The Wireless Card

    Inserting the wireless card (PT-LB10NTU only) Insert the wireless card before using the PT-LB10NTU. The card lock is already installed at the factory default setting. When you insert the wireless card, first remove the card lock fixing screw using the hexagon wrench to release the card lock.
  • Page 19: Setting-Up

    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 “OPTION2” menu. Refer to page 45 for details.) BFront-desk projection BFront-ceiling projection Menu items...
  • Page 20: Projector Position

    SH: Image height SW:Image width H1: Distance from center Bottom edge of screen of lens to bottom edge of projected image Screen Projection distances Projection distance (L) 4:3 Screen PT-LB10NTU/PT-LB10U/ Height PT-LB10VU size PT-LB10SU position (diagonal) (H1) Wide Telephoto Wide...
  • Page 21: Connections

    DIN 8-pin (male) RGB signal cable Refer to the accessory CD- (accessory) ROM for details on the wireless network that is used for controlling the projector with a Computer personal computer by means of the wireless card. (PT-LB10NTU only) NGLISH...
  • Page 22: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Connecting to video equipment Computer for control use D-sub15-pin (male) - BNCx5 (male) adapter cable Red (connect to P signal connector) Blue (connect to P signal connector) Green (connect to Y signal connector) DVD player (with component video connectors) Serial adapter BNC/RCA adapter (ET-ADSER : DIN 8-pin...
  • Page 23: Preparation For The Remote Control Unit

    Preparation for the remote control unit Insert the accessory lithium battery while making sure that the polarities are correct. # While pushing the battery holder tab to the right, pull out the battery holder. Back side Push the tab Pull out $ Insert the battery into the battery holder so that the + side is facing upward.
  • Page 24: Turning On The Power

    Turning on the power Before turning on the power 1, Ensure that all peripheral devices are connected Power cord properly. 2, Remove the lens cover. POWER INPUT VIDEO & AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW Power indicator PROJECTOR Lens cover Connect the accessory power cord to the AC IN...
  • Page 25: Input Signal

    BWhen a YP signal is being input, “YP ” will be displayed instead of “RGB”. B“NETWORK” is for PT-LB10NTU only. Follow the procedure below when you set the projector up first, and when you change the setup place. Adjusting the angle...
  • Page 26: Turning Off The Power

    Turning off the power Power indicator POWER INPUT VIDEO AUTO MENU SETUP ENTER FREEZE SHUTTER VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX WINDOW PROJECTOR Power cord Press the POWER button. P O W E R O F F B“POWER OFF” is displayed on the C A N C E L screen.
  • Page 27: Direct Power Off Function

    Direct power off function You can disconnect the power cord during projection or immediately after use and move the projector. The cooling fan will operate by the internal power supply to cool down the lamp. B When this function is used, it may take more time for the lamp to turn back on again compared to when the lamp cools down with the power cord connected.
  • Page 28: Correcting Keystone Distortion And Automatic Positioning

    Correcting keystone distortion and automatic positioning (AUTO SETUP) This projector detects its degree of tilt and the input signal. Keystone distortion and the position of the image can then be corrected automatically in accordance with the input signal. Press the AUTO SETUP button. POWER INPUT (When the projected image has caused keystone distortion)
  • Page 29: Turning Off The Picture And Sound Momentarily

    SHUTTER B The picture being projected will be paused. B Press the FREEZE button again to cancel the VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX still picture. WINDOW NOTE: PROJECTOR B The FREEZE button will be disabled when “NETWORK” is selected. (PT-LB10NTU only) NGLISH...
  • Page 30: Enlarging The Picture

    B Press the - button to lower the volume. VOLUME D.ZOOM INDEX NOTE: WINDOW B You can also select “VOLUME” from the “MAIN MENU” to adjust the volume. PROJECTOR B The VOLUME button will be disabled when “NETWORK” is selected. (PT-LB10NTU only) 30-E NGLISH...
  • Page 31: Displaying Two Screens

    INDEX is selected, screen WINDOW display will be switched between four window style and index style. (PT-LB10NTU only. Refer PROJECTOR to the accessory CD-ROM for details.) The remote control unit functions during INDEX WINDOW Press the F or G button to select a screen size.
  • Page 32: On-Screen Menus

    I N D E X W I N D O W S H U T T E R “W-BAL R/G/B” settings will not V O L U M E be displayed. (PT-LB10NTU only) L A N G U A G E When a YP signal is...
  • Page 33 E N G L I S H NETWORK menu (page 49) D E U T S C H (PT-LB10NTU only) F R A N Ç A I S E S P A Ñ O L N E T W O R K...
  • Page 34: Menu Operation Guide

    Menu operation guide # Press the MENU button. The “MAIN MENU” M E N U POWER INPUT will be displayed. K E Y S T O N E VIDEO P I C T U R E P O S I T I O N AUTO MENU SETUP...
  • Page 35: Returning A Setting To The Factory Default

    & Press the F F or G G button to select Unavailable on-screen an item, and then press the I I or menu items H H button to change or adjust the This projector has unadjustable setting. An individual adjustment screen items and unusable functions such as the one shown below will depending on the signal being...
  • Page 36: Correcting Keystone Distortion

    Correcting keystone distortion Keystone distortion is corrected automatically when the projector’s automatic setup function is used, but this correction will not apply if the screen itself is tilted. In such cases, you can correct the keystone distortion manually with the following procedure. Vertical keystone distortion correction only.
  • Page 37: Adjusting The Picture

    The mode best used in dark rooms When NETWORK is selected, “W- is “NATURAL”. For rooms having BAL R/G/B” settings will not be regular lighting conditions in use, displayed. (PT-LB10NTU only) select “STANDARD”. For When an YP signal is being input exceptionally bright rooms, use “DYNAMIC”.
  • Page 38: White Balance R/G/B, Ai

    CONTRAST White balance R/G/B This adjusts the contrast of the (W-BAL R/G/B) picture. (Adjust the “BRIGHT” (RGB only) setting first if required before This is used to adjust the white adjusting the “CONTRAST” setting.) areas of the picture if they appear The picture is bright: I button colourised.
  • Page 39: Compatible Pictures

    TV-SYSTEM SIGNAL MODE (S-VIDEO/VIDEO only) (RGB/YP /NETWORK only) This displays the type of signal T V - S Y S T E M A U T O which is currently being projected. N T S C Refer to the list on page 60 for details on each type of signal.
  • Page 40: Adjusting The Position

    Adjusting the position POSITION When an RGB signal is being Moves the picture position. input, press the AUTO SETUP Press the ENTER button to display the button first to initiate automatic “POSITION” screen. positioning. If the optimum setting Press the I or H button to move the is not obtained when “AUTO picture horizontally.
  • Page 41 ASPECT S4:3 The size of the input signal is (S-VIDEO/VIDEO/480i, 576i, 480p, compressed to 75% and projected. and 576p YP only) (This is useful for projecting a picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio onto a A S P E C T A U T O 16:9 screen.) 4 : 3...
  • Page 42: Frame Lock

    RESIZING NOTE: This should normally be set to “ON”. B If a selected mode does not (This setting is only for signals match the aspect ratio of the which have lower resolutions than input signal, it may affect the the LCD panels. Refer to page 60 quality of viewing of the for details.) original picture.
  • Page 43: Changing The Display Language

    Changing the display language Press the F or G button on the projector or remote control unit to select a language, then press the ENTER button to accept the setting. Indicates the language which is L A N G U A G E E N G L I S H currently set.
  • Page 44: B P R , Vga60/480P, Sxga

    AUTO SEARCH RGB/YP This should normally be set to “ON” R G B / Y P A U T O R G B When the power is turned on and “AUTO SETUP” is running, the projector detects which signals are This should normally be set to being input and uses these signals “AUTO”.
  • Page 45: Back Color

    To turn off the “NR” feature, set it to accordance with the projector “OFF”. setting-up method. (Refer to page 19.) BLACKBOARD DESK (PT-LB10NTU/PT-LB10U/PT- When the projector is placed on a LB10SU only) desk or similar. Set to “ON” when “PICTURE CEILING MODE” is set to “BLACK-BD”.
  • Page 46: Lamp Runtime

    LAMP RUNTIME CONTROL KEY This setting displays the usage time To disable the buttons on the for the lamp unit which is currently projector, set “CONTROL KEY” to being used. When replacing the “OFF”. A confirmation screen will lamp unit, follow the instructions on then be displayed.
  • Page 47: Setting Up The Security Function

    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. Press the F or G button on the INPUT PASSWD projector or remote control unit to The password input screen can be...
  • Page 48: Text Display/Change

    TEXT DISPLAY NOTE: You can set text to be displayed at B The entered password will the bottom of the projected image at appear as . It will not be all times. displayed on the screen. B If you enter the wrong password, the letters “TEXT DISPLAY”...
  • Page 49: Network Setup

    Network setup (PT-LB10NTU only) You need to make adjustments on some items when controlling the projector with a personal computer by means of the wireless network. Refer to the accessory CD-ROM for details. INPUT PASSWD N E T W O R K Set to “ON”...
  • Page 50: When The Temp Indicator And The Lamp Indicator Are Illuminated

    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.
  • Page 51 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...
  • Page 52: Cleaning And Replacing The Air Filter

    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.
  • Page 53: Replacing The Lamp Unit

    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.
  • Page 54: Lamp Unit Replacement Procedure

    On-screen display LAMP indicator Displayed for 30 seconds. Pressing any More than 1 800 hours button will clear the Illuminates red during display. image projection and standby mode. Remains displayed until More than 2 000 hours any button is pressed. Lamp unit replacement procedure NOTE: B If the lamp usage time has passed 2 000 hours (when “LAMP POWER”...
  • Page 55: Turn Off The Power

    ' Install the lamp unit cover, and + Press the ENTER button to then use a Phillips screwdriver display the “OPTION2” menu, and then press the F or G to securely tighten the lamp unit cover fixing screws. button to select “LAMP RUNTIME”.
  • Page 56: Before Calling For Service

    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 supply is not being supplied to the wall outlet.
  • Page 57: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Problem Possible cause Page The picture does B The signal format (“TV-SYSTEM”) may not be set not display correctly. correctly. – B There may be a problem with the video tape or other signal source. B A signal which is not compatible with the projector may be being input.
  • Page 58: Specifications

    480 000 (800 x 600) x 3 panels Lens: Manual zoom (1 - 1.2) / Manual focus PT-LB10NTU/PT-LB10U/PT-LB10SU: F 1.7 - 1.9, f 21.5 mm - 25.8 mm PT-LB10VU: F 2.0 - 2.3, f 22.0 mm - 26.2 mm Lamp:...
  • Page 59 297 mm (11-11/16˝) Height: 73 mm (2-27/32˝) Length: 210 mm (8-1/4˝) Weight: PT-LB10NTU: 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs.) PT-LB10U/PT-LB10VU/PT-LB10SU: 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs.) Operating environment: Temperature: 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) [When the “FAN CONTROL” is set to “HIGH”...
  • Page 60: Appendix

    Appendix List of compatible signals Scanning Picture Resizing* Display Dot clock frequency quality* resolution frequency Format Mode LB10NTU LB10NTU (dots)* (MHz) LB10U LB10SU LB10U LB10SU (kHz) (Hz) LB10VU LB10VU NTSC/NTSC4.43/ 720 x 480i 15.7 59.9 Video/S-Video PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 15.6 50.0 Video/S-Video...
  • Page 61: Pin Assignments

    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 PT-LB10NTU/PT-LB10U/PT-LB10SU PT-LB10VU LW=0.030xSD/0.0254-0.037 LW=0.031xSD/0.0254-0.038 LT=0.036xSD/0.0254-0.037...
  • Page 62: Using The Serial Connector

    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 SERIAL(female)
  • Page 63: Control Commands

    Volume 000-063 (Adjustment value 0-63) Parameter Input signal VID=VIDEO SVD=S-VIDEO selection RG1=RGB (YP NWP=NETWORK (PT-LB10NTU only) Callback 0 = Standby Lamp ON 1 = Lamp ON control active condition query 2 = Lamp ON 3 = Lamp OFF control active...
  • Page 64: Dimensions

    Dimensions <Units: mm (inch)> 81.2( 3-3/16 ) 297(11-11/16) 196(7-11/16) 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.

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