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.
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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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.
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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 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...
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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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.
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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, disconnect the power cord when you are away from the projector.
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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.
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...
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.
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...
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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...
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.
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...
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# 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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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.
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.
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)
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...
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...
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.
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...
& 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...
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.
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”.
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.
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.
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.
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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...
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.
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.
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”.
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”.
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.
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...
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”...
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”...
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 1 800 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”...
' 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”.
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.
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.
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:...
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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”...
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...
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)
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...
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.