Operating Instructions Functional Manual LCD Projector Model No. PT-AE8000U Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions (Basic Guide / Functional Manual) carefully and save this manual for future use. ■ Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” ( pages 6 to 13).
Trademarks • VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. • SVGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. • The font used in the on-screen displays is a Ricoh bitmap font, which is manufactured and sold by Ricoh Company, Ltd. • RealD 3D is a trademark of RealD Inc.
Features of the Projector Real Live 3D Experience Equipped with 3D (3D motion remaster, 3D double-speed drive technology, and 2D to 3D conversion technology) that help enjoy diverse content in high picture quality. Upgraded brightness and contrast Brightness and contrast have been upgraded with the introduction of the newly developed high intensity lamps and optical system.
Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 6 to 13) Important Information Important Information Read this first!......................................................6 Precautions for use.......................................... 14 Remote control operation................................ 32 Managing the lens control settings...............................32 Selecting the picture mode............................................32 Adjusting the picture........................................
[HIGH ALTITUDE MODE].............................................80 [ASPECT].......................................................................61 [LAMP POWER]............................................................81 [WSS].............................................................................63 [FUNCTION BUTTON]..................................................81 [OVER SCAN]................................................................63 [VIERA LINK SETTINGS]...........................
Read Read thisthis first! first! Important Information WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Power Supply: This Projector is designed to operate on 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz AC, house current only. CAUTION: The AC power cord which is supplied with the projector as an accessory can only be used for power supplies up to 125 V. If you need to use higher voltages or currents than this, you will need to obtain a separate 250 V power cord.
Read this first! Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-AE8000U Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Telephone number: (877)803-8492 E-mail: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Read this first! Important Information 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. zz If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
WARNING: ON USE/INSTALLATION Do not place the projector on soft materials such as carpets or sponge mats. Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can cause burns, fire or damage to the projector. Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places where the projector may come into contact with oily smoke or steam, ex. a bathroom. Using the projector under such conditions will result in fire, electric shocks or deterioration of components.
Read this first! Important Information 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. zz Do not use unspecified batteries. zz Do not disassemble dry cell batteries. zz Do not heat the batteries or place them into water or fire. zz Do not allow the + and - terminals of the batteries to come into contact with metallic objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
CAUTION: POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result. Important Information Read this first! When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet and remove the batteries from the remote control. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.
Read this first! Important Information CAUTION: Viewing 3D video Those with a medical history of oversensitivity to light, heart problems, or poor physical health should not view 3D images. This may lead to a worsening of medical conditions. If you feel tiredness or discomfort, or other abnormality while viewing with 3D Eyewear, discontinue use. Continuing use may cause health problems. Take a break as necessary. When viewing 3D movies, aim to view one movie at a time and take a break as necessary.
Read this first! end of Read this first Important Information Brazil Only Brasil Apenas Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor, romper a blindagem e produzir fogo.
Precautions Precautions for usefor use Important Information ■■Be sure to use the projector after removing the packaging material, such as the fastening tapes and protective sheet. Take proper care when disposing of the removed packaging material. Cautions when transporting zzEnsure that the supplied lens cover is attached when transporting. zzHold the bottom of the projector when transporting. zzDo not transport with the front adjustable feet extended.
■■When using an infrared communications device If you use infrared communication devices (such as infrared cordless headphones or an infrared wireless mic), communication problems (such as noise) may occur. Therefore, use such devices in a location far away enough from the projector so as to have no effect, or install the receiver of the device in a location that is not struck by light from the projector. ■■Installation precautions Important Information Precautions for use zz Do not stack projectors.
Precautions for use Important Information Cautions on use ■■In order to view clear video images zzClear, high contrast video can be viewed when curtains are closed and lights near the screen are extinguished in order to stop light from reaching the screen. zzIn some rare cases, depending on the usage environment a “flickering” may appear on the screen due to the effects of air from the exhaust port or hot/cold air from air conditioners.
Accessories Please confirm that the items displayed below are included. Wireless remote control unit: 1 (N2QAYB000680) Lens cover: 1 (TXFKK01THHZ) Power cord: 1 (TXFSX01RWDZ) Important Information Precautions for use (Attached to the projector by default.) AA/R6 battery: 2 CD-ROM: 1 (TXFQB02THHZ) (For remote control unit) Attention zz Dispose of the packaging appropriately after removing from the product. zz Contact an Authorized Service Center if you lose any of the included items.
About your projector About your projector Remote control ■■Top Remote control signal transmitter Send remote control signal. Point at the remote control receiver part on the projector when using. Preparation ■■Front Adjust the zoom and focus. With the switch of the projector turned , switch between the standby mode and projection mode. Display the [PICTURE] menu or [ADVANCED MENU] menu. Display the [MEMORY LOAD] menu. Cycle through the [PICTURE MODE]. Display the input waveform.
About your projector Projector body ■■Top and front view Color sensor window However, this projector is not equipped with a color sensor. Preparation Temperature indicator Lamp indicator Power indicator Air exhaust port Remote control signal receiver Air intake port / Air filter cover Projection lens Control panel Lens cover Lens shift lever Protects the projection lens from dust and dirt. Attach the lens cover when not using the device.
About your projector  ■■Back and bottom view Security slot The security slot is compatible with the Kensington MicroSaver Security System. Air intake port Preparation Connecting terminals AC IN Connect the power cord included. Main power Switch the projector on/off. Front adjustable feet Screw up/down to adjust the projection angle. Lens cover attachment hole ■■Connecting terminals S-VIDEO IN/VIDEO IN Terminal for inputting S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal.
Setting up Setting up Projection method You can use any of the following 4 projection methods. Select a projection method suitable for the position of the projector. For projection method settings, see [PROJECTION METHOD] in the [OPTION] menu.
Setting up Projection related Install the projector with reference to the figure below and the projection distance. You can adjust the display size and display position according to the screen size and screen position.
Setting up Screen Diagonal (SD) *1: *2: 16:9 in 2.35:1 size*2 Minimum distance (LW) Maximum distance (LT) 1.27 m (50") 1.16 m (3' 10") 2.37 m 1.52 m (60") 1.40 m (4' 7") 1.78 m (70") 1.64 m (5' 5") 2.03 m (80") 1.88 m 2.29 m (90") 2.13 m 2.54 m (100") 3.05 m (120") Height position (H) (7' 9") -0.25 to 0.75 m 2.85 m (9' 4") -0.30 to 0.90 m 3.33 m (10' 11") -0.35 to 1.05 m (6' 2") 3.82 m (12' 6") -0.40 to 1.20 m (7' 0") 4.30 m (14' 1") -0.45 to 1.35 m 2.
Setting up Lens shift and positioning If the projector is not positioned right in front of the center of the screen, you can adjust the projected image position by moving the lens shift dials within the shift range of the lens. ■■Adjusting the lens shift 1) Remove the lens shift cover. zz See “About your projector” ( page 19) regarding how to open the lens shift cover. 2) Rotate the lens shift lever in the direction shown in the figure (counterclockwise) to release the lock.
Setting up ■■Projector location range The setting position can be adjusted within the following range. See “Projection related” regarding adjustment of the projection screen height (SH) and width (SW).
Connections Connections Before connecting to the projector zz Read and follow the operating and connecting instructions of each peripheral device. zz The peripheral devices must be turned off. zz If not provided or sold separately with each peripheral device, obtain the connection cables required for system connection in accordance with the device to be connected. zz If the video signal from the video source contains a lot of jitter, the image may appear to be wobble.
Connections Connecting example: HDMI IN/COMPUTER IN ヒ リワチヒ リワチビ リワチピ ビ ヤヰヮヱヶヵユンチチリワ ヴユンリモロ ヴノヷリュユヰチリワ ヵンリヨヨユンチババ ヷリュユヰチリワ ピュチヴラヶヵヵユンチヰヶヵ Computer cable (commercially available) ヤヰヮヱヰワユワヵ ユ リワ HDMI cable (commercially available) To RGB output  Computer Blu-ray player Note zz Use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to HDMI standards. If a cable that does not meet HDMI standards is used, video may be interrupted or may not be displayed.
Switching the projector on/off Switching the projector on/off Power cord Use the power cord included to prevent removal of the power cord and make sure it is fully inserted into the projector. Make sure the switch is on the side before connecting the power cord. Use the power cord included and ensure that it is fully inserted. For power cord handling details, see “Read this first!”. ( pages 6 to 13) ■■Connecting Fully insert until the tabs on the left and right make a click sound.
Switching the projector on/off Switching on the projector Check external device connections before switching the projector on. Power indicator 3) 5) 4) 2) Connect the power plug to an outlet. 3) Press the side of the switch to turn on the power. zz The power indicator illuminates or flashes red. 4) Remove the lens cover. zz Be sure to remove the lens cover before starting projection. 5) Press the power < / | > button.
Switching the projector on/off Switching off the power Carefully check the status of the power indicator before operating. 4) Power indicator 1) - 3) 1) Press the power < / | > button. 2) Select [OK] with the ▲ ▼ zz The confirmation message is displayed. buttons. 3) Press the button (or press the power < / | > button again). zz The lamp extinguishes and video projection halts. zz The cooling fan continues to operate and the power indicator illuminates orange.
Projecting an image Projecting an image Check the connections of the external devices ( page 26) and the connection of the power cord ( page 28), and switch on the power ( page 29), to start projecting. Select the video for projection, and adjust appearance of the projected image. Selecting the input signal 1) 2) Switch on the external devices. zz Press the play button on an external device, such as a Blu-ray player.
Remote control operation Remote control operation Selecting the picture mode You can switch to your desired picture mode settings. Press The settings change as follows each time the button is pressed. [NORMAL] [GAME] [DYNAMIC] [CINEMA2] [CINEMA1] [REC709] [D-CINEMA] Note You can operate the projector with the remote control within a range of 7 m (23').
Remote control operation Displays the [MEMORY LOAD] menu. Press Attention zz Setting can also be performed using the on-screen menu. For details, see [MEMORY LOAD] in the [PICTURE] menu. ( page 59) [FULL SCAN] Checks that the waveform for each of the Y‑ (brightness), R‑ (red), G‑ (green), and B‑ (blue) values for an arbitrary number of lines from the top of the screen to the [SINGLE bottom is within the recommended range. zz Enables more detailed confirmation than LINE [FULL SCAN].
Remote control operation Submenu Attention When the VIERA Link control is enabled, the function menus of external devices can be displayed. ( page 96) The operation mode can be changed during gamma adjustment. ( page 47) Change the detection level of parallax when the parallax adjustment monitor is displayed (when [Mode3] is set). Press Switching the input signal The input for projection can be switched. Press The settings change as follows each time the button is pressed.
Viewing 3D Images You can use the projector to view 3D videos by playing Blu-ray 3D compatible discs on a 3D Blu-ray player. This projector can also convert 2D videos to 3D for viewing. To enjoy stereoscopic 3D images, Panasonic 3D Eyewear (optional accessory) is necessary. 3D Eyewear is not included with this projector. See page 101 for the 3D image signals supported.
Viewing 3D Images Communication range of a 3D IR Transmitter and 3D Eyewear The IR signals for controlling the 3D Eyewear transmitted from the 3D IR Transmitter reach the 3D Eyewear after being reflected by the screen. The communication range between the 3D IR Transmitter and 3D Eyewear is as shown below. Screen Approx. 4 m (13'1") 35 ° Approx. 5 m (16'5") 3D Eyewear 35 ° Approx.
Menu navigation Menu navigation ■■Operating procedure Press the
Menu navigation ■■[POSITION] Menu list The on-screen menu is used for settings and adjustments on this projector. See “Navigating through the menu” for details of onscreen menu operation. ( page 37) The submenu of the main menu is displayed, and setting/adjustment for each item can be performed.
Menu navigation ■■[LANGUAGE] ■■[LENS CONTROL] Language [DEUTSCH] [FRANÇAIS] [ESPAÑOL] [ITALIANO] [PORTUGUÊS] [SVENSKA] [NORSK] [DANSK] [POLSKI] ] [MAGYAR] [РУССКИЙ] [ [ Page [ZOOM/FOCUS] — 73 [LENS MEMORY LOAD] — 73 [LENS MEMORY SAVE] — 74 [LENS MEMORY EDIT] — 74 [AUTO SWITCHING] — 75 [H-AREA POSITION] [0] 76 [V-AREA POSITION] [0] 76 ] ] [LEFT MASKING AREA] [0] 76 [RIGHT MASKING AREA] [0] 76 [UPPER MASKING AREA] [0] 76 [LOWER MASKING AREA] [0] 76 [PROCESSING MESSAGE]
[PICTURE] [PICTURE] menumenu zz After selecting an item, adjust the image with the buttons. Remote control [CONTRAST] You can adjust the contrast of the colors. ▲ ▼ Select [PICTURE] from the main menu of “Navigating through the menu” ( page 37), and choose an item from the submenu. Lower Projector controls Higher zz Setting range: -64 to +64 Attention zz Adjust the [BRIGHTNESS] in advance if necessary. [BRIGHTNESS] You can adjust the dark (black) part of the projected image.
[PICTURE] menu zz Pressing the ▲▼ buttons on the screen during adjustment switches to the [H-SHARPNESS] or [V-SHARPNESS] adjustment screen. You can adjust the color temperature if the white areas of the projected image are bluish or reddish. Less bluish Select item with the ▲▼ buttons, and buttons. adjust with the ▲ ▼ 2) [COLOR TEMPERATURE] H-SHARPNESS V-SHARPNESS Less reddish 0 0 zz The setting range varies according to the selected picture mode and input signal.
[PICTURE] menu ■■[MONITOR POSITION] You can set the display position of the input waveform during the FULL SCAN display. Switch settings Switch settings zz [AUTO ADJUST] adjusts based on the 0% and 100% standard signal within the screen, so correct adjustment cannot be performed if standard signals are not displayed on the screen because of overscan etc., or if a signal that is less than 0% or greater than 100% is displayed on the screen.
[PICTURE] menu Adjust [FULL SCAN(Y)] / [SINGLE LINE SCAN(Y)]. ▲ ▼ buttons to zz Set on [PICTURE] and use the adjust [BRIGHTNESS] and then [CONTRAST]. [BRIGHTNESS] [CONTRAST] zz Set on [ADVANCED MENU] and use the buttons to adjust [BRIGHTNESS B] and then [CONTRAST B]. zz Setting range: −32 to +32 Adjust the top line of the waveform to 100 % (100 IRE) zz Setting range: −64 to +64 Adjust [FULL SCAN(R)] / [SINGLE LINE SCAN(R)].
[PICTURE] menu [SPLIT ADJUST] Note You can perform image adjustment for some [PICTURE] menu items while displaying a certain area of the frozen image in a split window. 1) Press the button. zz By selecting the [SPLIT ADJUST MODE] with the ▲▼ buttons and switching [NORMAL] to [REVERSE], the screen displayed on the left during split screen display can be reversed and adjusted. 5) zz The [SPLIT ADJUST] menu is displayed.
[PICTURE] menu zz You cannot adjust menu items that are displayed in grey during split adjustment. zz The [KEYSTONE] of [POSITION] becomes inactive during split adjustment. zz When a 3D signal is being input (including converting 2D to 3D), the [SPLIT ADJUST] cannot be executed. [ADVANCED MENU] You can perform more detailed image adjustment manually. Press the button zz The [ADVANCED MENU] menu is displayed.
[PICTURE] menu 3) Press the ▲▼ buttons to select [START ADJUSTMENT], and press the button. zz If you select [R: 0.00 G: 0.00 B: 0.00] under [GAMMA PRESET], and then press the button, the [GAMMA PRESET] menu is displayed. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the [R], [G], or [B] row, and then press the ◄► buttons to change the preset gamma for each of R, G, and B. zz The value can be adjusted in the range of -0.40 to +0.80 with the current gamma value as the reference.
[PICTURE] menu INPUT OUTPUT 6) Change the POINT, adjust the INPUT level, and also adjust the OUTPUT level. zz In the screen displayed in 5), select any one from [Y], [R], [G], or [B], and then perform the operation after pressing the button. The respective operations are described below. Operation Guide RESET (RESET ALL: 3 sec) CHANNEL CHANGE OUTPUT ADJ. CHANGE POINT OUTPUT ADJ. INPUT ADJ. RETURN SET AS NEW REF.
[PICTURE] menu c. Adjusting the output level zz If you press the ▲▼ buttons, you can adjust the output level of the currently selected point. ADVANCED ADJUST level can be adjusted for each color on zz Output PRESET 0.0 PICTURE GAMMA the [Y][R][G][B] screen. REFERENCE POINTS ON Ex: When the ▲ button is pressed on [Y]. POSITION Y R G B LANGUAGE d.
[PICTURE] menu Example) When the data for gamma preset value +0.40 and gamma preset value 0.00 is combined Note ADVANCED ADJUST PRESET] to +0.40, display the 1. Set [GAMMA PRESET +0.40 PICTURE GAMMA adjustment screen for any one of [Y], [R], [G], and [B], REFERENCE POINTS OFF or then press the button to refresh the POSITION reference points. Y R G B LANGUAGE 3D SETTINGS LENS CONTROL OPTION 0% 50% POINT 8 100% INPUT 40% OUTPUT -16 2.
[PICTURE] menu ● the gamma adjustment results ●Initialize GAMMA ADJUSTMENT PICTURE ADJUSTMENT MODE GAMMA HIGH POSITION GAMMA MID GAMMA LOW LANGUAGE START ADJUSTMENT GAMMA NAME CHANGE 3D SETTINGS INITIALIZE ADVANCED1 ● the gamma (when [SIMPLE] is ●Adjusting selected for [ADJUSTMENT MODE]) 1) Press the ◄► buttons to select [SIMPLE].
[PICTURE] menu ■■[CONTRAST] ■■[MPEG NR] You can adjust color temperatures centering mainly on white. R (RED), G (GREEN), B (BLUE) Weaken +1 [ADVANCED MENU] menu items Default setting [CONTRAST R] 0 [CONTRAST G] 0 [CONTRAST B] 0 ■■[BRIGHTNESS] You can adjust color temperatures centering mainly on black. R (RED), G (GREEN), B (BLUE) Attention zz Use a strong setting when projecting an MPEG video. zz COMPUTER (RGB) signal is not supported.
[PICTURE] menu ■■[COLOR MANAGEMENT] 4) For the selected [PICTURE MODE], you can adjust a selected color individually with [CURSOR] mode or adjust the six color components (Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) with [RGBCMY] mode. Adjustment results can be saved as a profile and called later. Press the button. zz [CURSOR] menu (B) and the color selected (C) are displayed.
[PICTURE] menu z Adjusting the selected color (when [RGBCMY] is selected for [ADJUSTMENT MODE]) 4) Select the color from 6 different color types ([RED], [GREEN], [BLUE], [CYAN], [MAGENTA], [YELLOW]) and adjust [COLOR], [TINT] and [BRIGHTNESS]. [COLOR] Press the ◄► buttons to select [RGBCMY] in [ADJUSTMENT MODE]. COLOR MANAGEMENT PROFILE ADJUSTMENT MODE START ADJUSTMENT LOG Adjust the vividness of the color. zz Setting range: −30 to +30 Adjust the color tone.
[PICTURE] menu zz Managing the stored logs created through the [CURSOR] mode POINT1 POINT2 POINT3 POINT4 POINT5 POINT6 POINT7 POINT8 ALL DELETE : CURSOR : NORMAL COLOR +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 Selected color LOG ADJUSTMENT MODE PICTURE MODE TINT BRIGHTNESS +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 RED GREEN BLUE CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW ALL DELETE Adjusted color Selected color The below display appears only when 720/60p Frame Packing and 720/50p Frame Packing 3D images are be
[PICTURE] menu ● a log setting as a profile ●Saving ● a profile ●Deleting Save a log setting as a profile. You can save up to six profiles. 1) 1) Press the ▲▼ buttons to select [PROFILE SAVE] and press the button. zz The [PROFILE DELETE] menu is displayed. zz The [PROFILE SAVE] menu is displayed. 2) PROFILE DELETE PICTURE USER1 USER2 POSITION USER3 USER4 LANGUAGE USER5 USER6 3D SETTINGS ALL DELETE Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the number to be saved and press the button.
[PICTURE] menu 1) ● saved profiles ●Loading Press the ▲▼ buttons to select [PROFILE NAME CHANGE] and press the button. zz The [PROFILE NAME CHANGE] menu is displayed. PROFILE NAME CHANGE PICTURE USER1 USER2 POSITION USER3 USER4 LANGUAGE USER5 USER6 3D SETTINGS 2) Select a saved profile (color adjustment result). The adjustment values set in the profile are applied to the [PICTURE MODE] menu and recorded. 1) Press the ▲▼ buttons to select [PROFILE]. 2) Use the buttons to switch the profile.
[PICTURE] menu ■■[CINEMA REALITY] ■■[TV-SYSTEM] You can switch the automatic image synchronizer on/off for 24 frames a second images, such as movies. Switch settings Switch settings [Only during VIDEO or S-VIDEO signal input] The projector automatically detects the input signal but if an unstable signal is input, set the system manually. Set with a system format that matches the input signal.
[PICTURE] menu Set this to [AUTO] under normal conditions. If images are not displayed correctly when this is set to [AUTO], set either [RGB] or [YCBCR], [YPBPR] in accordance with the input signal. Switch settings [PICTURE MEMORY] Press the button. zz The [PICTURE MEMORY] menu is displayed. Switch settings The settings change as follows each time the button is pressed.
[PICTURE] menu 5) Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to select [OK]. ■■[MEMORY NAME CHANGE] 6) Press the button. You can edit the memory name settings. Note PICTURE zz Press the button without entering any text to keep the default name ([MEMORY1-16]). POSITION ■■[MEMORY LOAD] LANGUAGE You can access the details saved through [MEMORY SAVE]. 2) 1/2 1) Press the ▲▼ buttons and select the LENS CONTROL memory name to be changed. 2) Press the button.
[POSITION] [POSITION] menu menu Remote control to adjust the Projector controls [DOT CLOCK] This reduces noise that occurs when projecting striped patterns. When the kind of striped pattern shown below is projected, periodic noise sometimes occurs. In such cases, use the buttons to adjust to the setting with the least noise. ▲ ▼ zz After selecting an item, use the screen position.
[POSITION] menu [ASPECT] You can switch the image aspect ratio manually when needed. Aspect ratio depends on signals. [1 080/60i, 1 080/50i, 1 080/60p, 1 080/50p, 1 080/24p, 720/60p, 720/50p input] [16:9] [S16:9] [H-FIT] [4:3] [ZOOM] [V-FIT] [AUTO] [4:3] [16:9] [ZOOM] [JUST] [S16:9] Switch settings ■■When a VIDEO/S-VIDEO signal is input [480i/480p input] [NTSC/NTSC4.
[POSITION] menu Aspect [4:3] Projects at 4:3. Screen Aspect Screen Input signal [ZOOM] Enlarges while preserving original ratio. The projected video may be clipped in some cases, but the video can be accurately reproduced. Use the ▲ ▼ buttons to adjust vertically. (Not available with HDMI signal.) Input signal  Projection screen Input signal [16:9] Projects at 16:9. (Enlarged horizontally)  Projection screen Input signal [H-FIT] Adjusts horizontally to fit 16:9.
[POSITION] menu [WSS] Note In the European broadcasting system, if the input signal contains an identification signal, WSS automatically switches the aspect ratio to the required setting.
[3D SETTINGS] [3D SETTINGS] menu menu Either press the <3D> button on the remote control or select [3D SETTINGS] from the main menu in “Navigating through the menu” ( page 37) and select the item from a submenu. zz After selecting an item, adjust the screen position using the ▲▼◄ ► buttons. Remote control Projector controls [3D INPUT FORMAT] In the case that 3D video is not displayed in 3D correctly, set the 3D format of the projector to the same one as the connected player.
[3D SETTINGS] menu Note zz If a setting other than [AUTO] is selected when the input is switched to HDMI, [3D INPUT FORMAT] is changed to [AUTO] when actions such as turning the power of/on, switching input, or switching the signal are performed on the connected device. See the following table regarding settings, input signals and the image for viewing.
[3D SETTINGS] menu ■■Adjustment method [LEFT/RIGHT SWAP] Switch to [SWAPPED] if you feel discomfort when watching a 3D video with 3D Eyewear. Switch settings 1) zz The video for the left eye and for the right eye are shown on the left and the right. The items that can be adjusted are contrast, brightness, color, and tint. Switch settings 2) [NORMAL] [SWAPPED] If the 3D video is being displayed correctly while the 3D Eyewear is [NORMAL] being worn, do not change from [NORMAL] settings.
[3D SETTINGS] menu ■■[3D WAVEFORM MONITOR] ■■[PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY] For easy balance adjustment, use a video device that supports 3D and displays the video output (brightness) level of the 3D video for the left and right eye respectively. 1) Press the button. zz [PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY] menu is displayed. Press the button. zz The [3D WAVEFORM MONITOR] menu is displayed.
[3D SETTINGS] menu 5) Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to specify the location of the required character to enter and press the button. zz You can enter up to 16 characters. zz Select [ALL DELETE] and press the button to erase all input text. If you press the button on the remote control, you can erase the character currently selected by the cursor in the input box. 6) Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to select [OK]. 7) Press the button.
[3D SETTINGS] menu ● BALANCE MEMORY NAME ●[PICTURE CHANGE] You can edit the memory name of details saved using [PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY SAVE]. 1) Press the ▲▼ buttons to select [MEMORY NAME CHANGE] and press the button. zz The [PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY NAME CHANGE] menu is displayed. [2D TO 3D] 2D video is quasi converted to 3D video and shown. Select from [MODE1] to [MODE5] based on preference.
[3D SETTINGS] menu [3D EYEWEAR BRIGHTNESS] This enables adjusting the brightness for the 3D Eyewear. Switch settings Switch settings [LIGHT] [3D IR TRANSMITTER] This controls the 3D IR Transmitter embedded in this projector. Switch settings Switch settings [OFF] [WEAK] [STRONG] [MEDIUM] [DARK]   [NORMAL] [LIGHT] Select to brighten the 3D video display. [NORMAL] Select this as standard for 3D viewing [DARK] Select to reduce 3D video afterimage.
[3D SETTINGS] menu [3D VIEWING MONITOR] In the 3D video the depth of field effects in front of and into the screen are adjusted while confirming on the monitor display. Press the ◄► buttons to select [MODE1] - [MODE3], and press the button. White (dashed line) Blue Red White (solid line) zz The parallax adjustment monitor is displayed. The display content of each mode is described below.
[3D SETTINGS] menu The gauge display of the one-dimensional display on the parallax adjustment monitor of [Mode2] or [Mode3] indicates the following content: Displays the maximum value of the into screen parallax Displays the maximum value of the in Red gauge front of screen parallax Displays the peak of the parallax of the Triangular entire image during the last one second point (left side: In front of screen parallax, right side: Into screen parallax) Blue gauge Note zz In [Mode2] and [Mode3], the displ
[LENS CONTROL] menu Select [LENS CONTROL] from the main menu of “Navigating through the menu” ( page 37), and choose an item from the submenu. zz After selecting an item, adjust the screen position using the ▲▼◄ ► buttons. Remote control Projector controls [LENS CONTROL] menu Note zz The [ZOOM/FOCUS] test pattern displayed on last use is displayed first. zz If the projector or the screen is angled, the top and bottom edges of the image will become out of focus.
[LENS CONTROL] menu [LENS MEMORY SAVE] Note This enables saving zoom and focus adjustment position, horizontal video position, vertical video position, adjustment for amount of mask, and aspect settings. LENS MEMORY SAVE LENS MEMORY1 LENS MEMORY2 LENS MEMORY3 POSITION LENS MEMORY4 LENS MEMORY5 LANGUAGE LENS MEMORY6 3D SETTINGS zz Press the button without entering any text to keep the default name ([LENS MEMORY1-6]). zz This lens memory function is not 100% guaranteed to reproduce adjustments.
[LENS CONTROL] menu ■■ [LENS MEMORY NAME CHANGE] 1) Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the memory name to be changed. LENS MEMORY NAME CHANGE PICTURE LENS MEMORY1 LENS MEMORY2 POSITION LENS MEMORY3 LENS MEMORY4 LANGUAGE LENS MEMORY5 LENS MEMORY6 3D SETTINGS [AUTO SWITCHING] This function automatically identifies wide signal*1 or 16:9/4:3 and automatically recalls memory settings that have been set for each screen size. *1 : Wide signals are 2.35:1, 2.40:1, 2.50:1, 2.55:1 aspect signals.
[LENS CONTROL] menu [H-AREA POSITION] [RIGHT MASKING AREA] You can move the frame area horizontally, such as aligning the right or left frame edge to the screen edge. Moving left Less Moving right For example, when projecting an overscanned 16:9 projection area at a 4:3 aspect ratio on a 4:3 aspect screen, you can adjust the horizontal discrepancy between the screen position and the video display position. 16:9 projection area You can place a blank (mask) area in the right side edge on the screen.
[OPTION] menu Select [OPTION] from the main menu of “Navigating through the menu” ( page 37), and choose an item from the submenu. zz Select item and use the ◄ ► buttons to switch the settings. Remote control [OPTION] menu ■■[OSD DESIGN] Set the color of the on-screen menu. Switch settings Switch settings Projector controls [TYPE1] Display using normal design [TYPE2] Display using black and white design ■■[OSD POSITION] You can change the displaying position of the on-screen menu.
[OPTION] menu [STARTUP LOGO] [FRAME RESPONSE] You can switch the Panasonic logo that is displayed when starting up the projector on/off. Switch settings Switch settings Switch this setting when a progressive signal is input and you wish to reduce the time taken from the signal being input to the video being displayed on the screen. Switch settings [ON] Active [OFF] Inactive [NORMAL] [FAST] Note zz The logo Panasonic is displayed for 15 seconds.
[OPTION] menu 2) [TRIGGER 1/2 SETTING] You can set the function for each trigger terminal. The trigger terminals for this projector are used as both the input/output terminal for the trigger function and the output terminal for the external 3D IR Transmitter (optional accessory). This is selected with a menu. Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to select the input/output function and press the button.
[OPTION] menu • [BLANK] When [BLANK] is activated, output is 12 V. If the setting is released, output is 0 V. • [RS-232C COMMAND LINK] Receives commands ( page 103) from external device and outputs 12 V. Set the time for the power to be automatically turned off. Switch settings zz Input [POWER ON/OFF] [SLEEP] Switch settings [BLANK] • [POWER ON/OFF] If the trigger input signal from the external device is changed from 0 V to 12 V, the projector power will be switched on.
[OPTION] menu [LAMP POWER] [VIERA LINK SETTINGS] Switch the lamp intensity according to the usage environment of the projector and its intended use. Switch settings Switch settings Configure VIERA Link. Press the button. zz The [VIERA LINK SETTINGS] confirmation message is displayed.
[OPTION] menu ■■[POWER ON LINK] ■■[ENERGY SAVING MODE] Specify whether or not to switch the power of the projector on when it is in standby by operating external devices. Switch settings Switch settings [NO] Inactive [YES] Switch projector power on along with external devices Note zz Depending on the external device, the projector may automatically turn on when some functions of the connected devices are used.
[OPTION] menu ■■INPUT SELECT The input can be switched directly. Press the button. zz The [OTHER FUNCTIONS] menu is displayed. PICTURE POSITION LANGUAGE 3D SETTINGS LENS CONTROL OPTION OTHER FUNCTIONS FREEZE BLANK VIERA LINK INPUT SELECT HDMI1 IN HDMI2 IN HDMI3 IN COMPUTER IN COMPONENT IN S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN ■■[FREEZE] You can temporarily freeze the projected video independently of external device playback. Press the button. zz Pressing the button cancels the function.
[OPTION] menu [INITIALIZE ALL] Return all settings to factory defaults. When you perform this operation, the projector is set to the standby state for initialization. 1) Press the ▲▼ buttons to select [INITIALIZE ALL], and press and hold the button for three seconds or more. zz The [INITIALIZE ALL] confirmation message appears. INITIALIZE ALL INITIALIZE ALL OK 2) CANCEL Press the ◄► buttons to select [OK], and press the button.
TEMP and LAMP Indicators TEMP and LAMP Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur with the projector, the lamp indicator and/or temperature indicator will illuminate or flash. Check the indicator status and deal with problems as follows. Attention zz When switching off power to deal with problems, ensure that you follow the procedure in “Switching off the power”. ( page 30) Note zz Check the status of the power supply with the power indicator .
TEMP and LAMP Indicators ■■Lamp indicator Indicator status Problem Cause Solution Illuminated red Flashing red Time to replace the lamp unit. Illuminates when the lamp unit has reached its maximum usage Lamp circuit failure, abnormal function or lamp unit period of 3 800 hours (when [LAMP POWER] is damaged. is set to [NORMAL]). The power may A message suggesting lamp replacement have been turned on is displayed when power is turned on. immediately after being turned off. Replace the lamp unit.
Care and replacement Before cleaning the projector / replacing components Care and replacement ■■Air filter unit If too much dust accumulates in the air filter the internal temperature of the projector cannot be maintained at the normal level. A confirmation message is displayed on the screen, and at the same time illuminates red. The power is cut off automatically after a while. Clean the filter after every 100 hours of usage.
Care and replacement 4) Attach the air filter unit to the projector. 5) Attach the air filter cover, and firmly tighten the air filter cover fixing screw (one) with a Philips screwdriver. zz Attach the air filter unit to the projector using the reverse of the procedure in 2). * Insert the air filter unit into the projector in the direction of the arrow engraved into the air filter UP frame ( ) until it clicks into place. Attention zz The air filter unit must always be installed in the projector.
Care and replacement Component replacement ■■Air filter and electrostatic filter The air filter should be replaced when cleaning is ineffective. A replacement air filter / electrostatic filter is available separately (service component). Contact your dealer for the optional air filter and electrostatic filter. Also, please replace the air filter and electrostatic filter when replacing the lamp unit. (An air filter and electrostatic filter are included with the [ET-LAA410] replacement lamp unit.
Care and replacement ■■When to replace the lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component. Brightness decreases according to duration of usage, so periodical replacement of the lamp unit is necessary. A rough estimate for the usage period is 4 000 hours, but depending on the characteristics of individual lamps, usage conditions, periods of continuous use, and environmental conditions etc., the lamp may cease to illuminate prior to reaching 4 000 hours of use.
Care and replacement 4) Attention zz Once a lamp unit has exceeded its lifespan of 4 000 hours (when [LAMP POWER] is set to [NORMAL]) the projector can only be used for 10 minutes after turning on. ( page 90) zz Perform steps 20) to 23) of the procedure within 10 minutes. zz If the projector is installed on the ceiling, do not carry out any replacement procedure directly underneath the lamp unit and keep your face away from the unit. zz Do not open the top cover except when replacing the lamp unit.
Care and replacement 11) Remove the air filter cover. Catches zz Using a Phillips screwdriver to turn the fixing screw of the air filter cover until loose and remove the cover. Air filter frame Air filter cover fixing screw Air filter (black) Electrostatic filter (white) Protrusions Air filter case Air filter cover 12) Remove the air filter unit. zz Hold the grips on the air filter unit, and remove it from the projector.
Care and replacement 20) Press the
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Re-confirm these points. See the relevant page for details. Problem Cause Page 28 29 — — 85, 86 91 Power does not turn on. zz The power cord may not be connected. zz The switch is turned . zz The wall outlet may not be supplying electricity. zz The circuit breakers may have tripped. zz indicator or indicator is illuminated or flashes. zz The lamp unit may not have been installed correctly. No picture appears.
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Ceiling mount bracket safeguards zz When mounting the projector on the ceiling, use the Panasonic specified ceiling mount bracket (model no.: ET-PKA110H (for high ceilings) and ET-PKA110S (for low ceilings)). zz Installation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be carried by a qualified technician.
Using VIERA Using VIERA Link Link VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects projector and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control of the home theater equipment using the projector remote control. zz This projector supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. However, the available features depends on the connected device’s version of HDAVI Control. Please confirm the connected device’s version of HDAVI Control.
Using VIERA Link ■■VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment “Using [VIERA LINK]” ( page 98) ■■Preparations zz Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Non-HDMIcompliant cables cannot be utilized. zz Table below displays maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the projector. For example, DIGA Recorder connected to Amplifier which is connected to the projector via an HDMI cable.
Using VIERA Link ■■Using [VIERA LINK] 4) You can control some functions of the connected device with the controls or remote control of this projector. zz If operation is not possible, check the settings of the device. zz For details on operating an external device, see the manual of the relevant device. Use the menu of the device. zz You can use the controls of the projector as well as the buttons on the remote control. (The functions that you can use depend on the connected device.
Using VIERA Link ● THEATER VOLUME] ●[HOME ● OTHER DEVICE] ●[OPERATE You can adjust the volume of the theater speaker with the projector remote control. When displaying videos using HDMI input from a third party external device that supports VIERA Link, you can display the remote control screen and control the external device with the projector remote control. zz If the volume cannot be adjusted, check the settings of the device. 1) Select [HOME THEATER VOLUME] with the ▲▼ buttons.
Technical information Technical information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projectors. Format: V: VIDEO, S: S VIDEO, R: RGB, Y: YCBCR/YPBPR, H: HDMI Mode SIGNAL MODE Display resolution (dots)*1 NTSC/NTSC 4.43/ PAL-M/PAL60 — 720 × 480i Scanning frequency H (kHz) V (Hz) Dot clock frequency (MHz) 15.7 59.9 — Format Plug and play compatible HDMI V/S — PAL/PAL-N/SECAM — 720 × 576i 15.6 50.
Technical information Supported 3D video signal list When [3D INPUT FORMAT] is set to [AUTO], the 3D signals supported by this projector are the HDMI signals in the table below.
Technical information Serial terminal The serial port on the connector panel of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so the projector can be controlled by a personal computer connected to this port. ■■Connection D-sub 9 pin (male) Serial terminal (female) Computer ■■Pin assignments and signal names D-Sub 9 Pin (external view) (6)  (9) (1) (5) Pin No.
Technical information ■■Cable specifications (When connected to a personal computer) Projector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PC (DTE) ■■Control commands Commands available when controlling this projector from a computer are as follows.
Technical information Command KST Control contents KEYSTONE DAM ADVANCED MENU OAS AUTO SETUP OOT SLEEP O3D 3D SETTINGS LENS MEMORY LOAD GAMMA ADJUSTMENT VXX Remarks Displays the individual adjustment screen of [KEYSTONE]. Displays the individual adjustment screen of the [ADVANCED] menu operated immediately before this operation. Operates AUTO SETUP. COMPUTER IN (RGB) signals only (exc. movie based signals) Sets the duration of time after which the power is to be turned off automatically.
Technical information Control contents QPW Power status QIN INPUT signal status QPM PICTURE MODE status Parameter 000 = OFF CP1 = COMPONENT IN SVD = S-VIDEO IN VID = VIDEO IN HD1 = HDMI 1 IN HD2 = HDMI 2 IN HD3 = HDMI 3 IN RG1 = COMPUTER IN NOR = NORMAL DYN = DYNAMIC 709 = REC709 DCN = D-CINEMA CN1 = CINEMA1 CN2 = CINEMA2 GM1 = GAME ( page 40) QSH BLANK status 0 = OFF QFZ FREEZE status 0 = OFF QOT OFF TIMER status QWM WAVEFORM status QVX:AGOS0 QVX:AGOS1 QVX:AGOS2 GAMM
Specifications Specifications The following table describes the specifications of the projector. Power supply AC 100-240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption Less than 310 W During standby (when fan is stopped): 0.08 W Amps 3.8 A - 1.5 A LCD panel Panel size (diagonal) 18.7 mm (0.74") Aspect ratio 16 : 9 Display method 3 transparent LCD panels (RGB) Drive method Active matrix method Pixels 2 073 600 (1 920 x 1 080) x 3 panels Motorized zoom (2x)/Motorized focus F 1.9 - 3.2, f 22.4 mm - 44.
Specifications S-VIDEO IN 1 set, Mini DIN 4p Y: 1.0 V [p-p], C: 0.286 V [p-p], 75 Ω VIDEO IN 1 set, RCA pin jack 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω 1 set, D-sub HD 15-pin (female) (RGB signal) COMPUTER IN Terminals R.G.B. 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω G.SYNC 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω HD/SYNC*1 TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible VD*1 TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR signal) Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (including sync), 75 Ω PB/CB, PR/CR 0.
140 (5 1/2") 470 (18 1/2") Appendix 108 - ENGLISH 14 (9/16") 137 (5 13/32") 116 (4 9/16") 151 (5 15/16") 60 (2 3/8") 19 (3/4") 345 (13 19/32") Specifications Dimensions Unit: mm
Index 2D TO 3D................................................... 69 3D Eyewear............................................... 36 3D EYEWEAR BRIGHTNESS................. 70 3D INPUT FORMAT.................................. 64 3D IR TRANSMITTER.............................. 70 3D MOTION REMASTER........................ 72 3D PICTURE BALANCE.......................... 66 3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.................. 72 3D SETTINGS.....................................34, 39 3D VIEWING MONITOR..........................
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