Panasonic PT-AE100 User Manual

TQBJ 0095-1

LCD Projector

Operating Instructions

Model No. PT-AE100U

DIGITAL ZOOM

ENTER

NORMAL

MUTE

INPUT

ASPECT

VOLUME

PROJECTOR

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this

manual for future use.

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Preparation

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Dear Panasonic Customer:

This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will help you to get the most performance 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 back. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is required.

Model number: PT-AE100U

Serial number:

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

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. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.

WARNING:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment

will void the users authority to operate.

Do not remove

Power Supply: This LCD 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, 7 A. If you need to use higher voltages or currents than this, you will need to obtain a separate 250 V power cord. If you use the accessory cord in such situations, fire may result.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: PT-AE100U Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. Address: One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone number: 1-888-843-9788 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.

Preparation

Precautions with regard to safety

WARNING

If a problem occurs (such as no image or no sound) or if you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the projector, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.

B Do not continue to use the projector in such cases, otherwise fire or

electric shocks could result.

B Check that no more smoke is coming out, and then contact an Authorized

Service Center for repairs.

B Do not attempt to repair the projector yourself, as this can be dangerous.

Do not install this projector in a place which is not strong enough to take the full weight of the projector.

B If the installation location is not strong enough, it may fall down or tip over,

and severe injury or damage could result.

Installation work (such as ceiling suspension) should only be carried out by a qualified technician.

B If installation is not carried out correctly, there is the danger that injury or

electric shocks may occur.

If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, or if the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.

B Continued use of the projector in this condition may result in fire or electric

shocks.

B Contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs.

Do not cover the air inlet or the air outlet.

B Doing so may cause the projector to overheat, which can cause fire or

damage to the projector.

Do not overload the wall outlet.

B If the power supply is overloaded (for example, by using too many

adapters), overheating may occur and fire may result.

Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.

B High voltages which can cause fire or electric shocks are present inside

the projector.

B For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact an

Authorized Service Center.

Clean the power cord plug regularly to prevent it from becoming covered in dust.

B If dust builds up on the power cord plug, the resulting humidity can

damage the insulation, which could result in fire. Pull the power cord out from the wall outlet and wipe it with a dry cloth.

B If not using the projector for an extended period of time, pull the power

cord plug out from the wall outlet.

Contents

Preparation

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE..........2

Precautions with regard to safety ....5

Accessories........................................9

Precautions on handling .................10

Location and function of

each part........................................12

Using the remote control unit.........17

Inserting the battery........................17

Operating range..............................17

Connections .....................................18

Notes on connections .....................18

Example of connecting to video

equipment ...................................18

Example of connecting to

computer .....................................19

Example of connecting to equipments

compatible with YPBPR(CBCR)

signals .........................................20

Setting-up .........................................21

Projection methods.........................21

Projector position............................21

Basic Operation

Starting to use..................................22

Turning on the power......................22

Turning off the power......................23

On-screen menus.............................24

Menu screens .................................24

Menu operation guide.....................26

Unavailable on-screen

menu items..................................26

Returning to the previous screen....26

Returning a setting to the factory

default .........................................27

Using the freeze function ................27

Using the DIGITAL ZOOM

function .........................................28

Correcting keystone distortion.......29

Setting the ASPECT.........................30

Using the index window function...32

Using the shutter function ..............33

Changing the display

language........................................33

Muting the sound .............................33

Adjusting the picture .......................34

PICTURE MODE ............................34

COLOR...........................................34

TINT................................................34

BRIGHT ..........................................34

CONTRAST....................................35

SHARPNESS .................................35

TV SYSTEM ...................................35

Color Hue Setting ..........................35

WHITE BALANCE R/G/B ...............35

SIGNAL MODE...............................35

Adjusting the position .....................36

HORIZONTAL POSITION ..............36

VERTICAL POSITION....................36

DOT CLOCK...................................36

CLOCK PHASE ..............................36

ASPECT .........................................36

AUTO SETUP.................................37

Advanced Operation

Option settings.................................37

OSD................................................37

PC PRIORITY.................................37

BACK COLOR ................................37

4:3 H-POS ......................................37

FRONT/REAR ................................38

DESK/CEILING ..............................38

LAMP POWER ...............................38

LAMP TIME ....................................38

FUNCTION .....................................38

Others

Indicators..........................................39

Cleaning and replacing

the air filter ....................................41

Replacing the lamp unit ..................42

Before asking for service ................45

Specifications...................................47

Appendix...........................................49

List of compatible signals ...............49

Connector pin wiring.......................50

Projection dimensions calculation

methods ......................................50

Dimensions.......................................51

Preparation

During a thunderstorm, do not touch the projector or the cable.

B Electric shocks can result.

Do not use the projector in a bath or shower.

B Fire or electric shocks can result.

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.

Do not bring your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port.

B Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not bring your hands or

face, or objects which cannot withstand heat close to this port, otherwise burns or damage could result.

When replacing the lamp, allow it to cool for at least one hour before handling it.

B The lamp cover gets very hot, and contact with it can cause burns.

Before replacing the lamp, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

B Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not done.

Caution

Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places where the projector may come into contact with smoke or steam.

B Using the projector under such conditions may result in fire or electric

shocks.

When disconnecting the power cord, hold the plug, not the cord.

B If the power cord itself is pulled, the cord will become damaged, and fire,

short-circuits or serious electric shocks may result.

Always disconnect all cables before moving the projector.

B Moving the projector with cables still attached can damage the cables,

which could cause fire or electric shocks to occur.

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 battery or place it into water or fire.

B Failure to observe this may cause the battery to overheat, leak, explode or

catch fire, and burns or other injury may result.

When inserting the battery, make sure the polarities (+ and -) are correct.

B If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may explode or leak, and fire, injury

or contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result.

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.

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.

Insert the power cord plug securely into the wall outlet.

B If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or overheating could

result.

B Do not use plugs which are damaged or wall outlets which are coming

loose from the wall.

Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable.

B If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is sloped or unstable, it

may fall down or tip over, and injury or damage could result.

Do not place the projector into water or let it become wet.

B Failure to observe this may result in fire or electric shocks.

Do not place liquid containers on top of the projector.

B If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire or electric shocks

could result.

B If any water gets inside the projector, contact an Authorized Service

Center.

Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector.

B Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects into the projector or

drop them onto the projector, as doing so can result in fire or electric shocks.

After removing the battery from the remote control unit, keep the battery out of the reach of small children and infants.

B The battery can cause death by suffocation if swallowed. B If the battery is swallowed, seek medical advice straight away.

Do not allow the + and - terminals of the battery to come into contact with metallic objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

B Failure to observe this may cause the battery to leak, overheat, explode or

catch fire.

B Store the battery in a plastic bag and keep it away from metallic objects.

Please follow local codes and standards before disposing of batteries.

B Contact recycling center for proper disposal of lithium batteries.

Preparation

Use only the specified battery.

B If an incorrect battery is used, it may explode or leak, and fire, injury or

contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result.

Do not put your weight on this projector.

B You could fall or the projector could break, and injury may result. B Be especially careful not to let young children climb onto the projector.

Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning.

B Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

Regular cleaning of internal parts and maintenance may be required depending upon specific installation and location and/or usage.

B If the projector is subjected to smoke, dust or humidity, please contact an

Authorized Service Center yearly to clean the projector.

We are in effort to hold your environment clean. Please bring the non repairable unit your Dealer or a Recycling Company.

Remote control unit (N2QADC000003 x1)

Power cord (K2CG3FR00001 x1)

Video/Audio cable [3.0 m (9´10˝), K2KA2FA00001 x1]

Lithium battery for remote control unit (CR2025 x1)

Accessories

Check that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your projector.

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Carrying bag (TPEP004-1 x1)

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.>

Preparation

About the screen

If the screen you are using is dirty, damaged or discolored, attractive projections cannot be obtained. Do not apply any volatile substances to the screen, and do not let it become dirty or damaged.

Before carrying out cleaning and maintenance, be sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.

Wipe the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth.

If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in water with a small amount of neutral detergent in it, squeeze the cloth very well, and then wipe the cabinet. After cleaning, wipe the cabinet dry with a dry cloth.

If using a chemically-treated cloth, read the instructions supplied with the cloth before use.

Do not wipe the lens with a cloth that is dusty or which produces lint. If any dust or lint gets onto the lens, such dust or lint will be magnified and projected onto the screen. Use a blower to clean any dust and lint from the lens surface, or use a soft cloth to wipe off any dust or lint.

Precautions on handling

Cautions regarding transportation

Be sure to attach the lens cover before transporting the projector.

The projection lens is extremely susceptible to vibration and shocks. When carrying the projector, use the accessory carrying bag. When placing the projector inside the carrying bag, position it so that the lens is facing upward.

Cautions regarding setting-up

Observe the following at all times when setting up the projector.

Avoid setting up in places which are subject to vibration or shocks.

If the projector is set up in locations with strong vibration, such as near a motor, or if it is installed inside a vehicle or on board a ship, the projector may be subjected to vibration or shocks which can damage the internal parts and cause malfunctions or accidents. Accordingly, set up the projector in a place which is free from such vibrations and shocks.

Do not set up the projector near high-voltage power lines or near motors.

The projector may be subject to electromagnetic interference if it is set up near high-voltage power lines or motors.

If installing the projector to the ceiling, ask a qualified technician to carry out all installation work.

If the projector is to be suspended from the ceiling, you will need to purchase the separate installation kit (Model No.: ET-PKE100). Furthermore, all installation work should only be carried out by a qualified technician.

If using of this projector at high elevations (above 1400 m), consult your dealer or Authorized Service Center.

Special measures will be necessary to use this projector at high elevations, so consult your dealer or Authorized Service Center about preparations. Failure to observe this may cause malfunctions.

Notes on use

In order to get the best picture quality

If outside light or light from indoor lamps is shining onto the screen, the images projected will not have good contrast. Draw curtains or blinds over any windows and turn off any fluorescent lights near the screen to prevent reflection.

Do not touch the surfaces of the lens with your bare hands.

If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified and projected onto the screen. Moreover, when not using the projector, retract the lens and then cover it with the accessory lens cover.

Preparation

# Air outlet port

Do not cover this port.

WARNING

Do not bring your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port.

B Heated air comes out of the air

outlet port. Do not bring your hands or face, or objects which cannot withstand heat close to this port, otherwise burns or damage could result.

$ Connector panel

(page 16)

% Power input socket (AC IN)

(page 22) The accessory power cord is connected here. Do not use any power cord other than the accessory power cord.

& MAIN POWER switch

(pages 22 and 23)

' Lamp unit holder

(page 43)

NOTE:

B During projection of an image, the

cooling fan will operate, emitting a small noise as it operates. Turning the lamp on or off will cause this noise to increase a little.

B By using the OPTION menu to

set “LAMP POWER” to LOW, the operating sound of the fan can be reduced. (Refer to page 38.)

Projector <Back and bottom>

Location and function of each part

# Speaker $ Zoom ring

(page 23)

% Focus ring

(page 23)

& Projection lens ' Air inlet ports

Do not cover this port.

( Front adjustable legs(L/R)

(page 23)

) Lens cover * Leg adjuster buttons(L/R)

(page 23) This button is used to unlock the front adjustable legs. Press to adjust the angle of tilt of the projector.

+ Air filter

(page 41)

, Remote control signal receptor

(page 17)

- Security lock

This can be used to connect a commercially-available theftprevention cable (manufactured by Kensington). This security lock is compatible with the Microsaver Security System from Kensington. Contact details for this company are given below. Kensington Technology Group ACCO Brands Inc. 2855 Campus Drive San Mateo, CA 94403 USA Tel (650)572-2700 Fax (650)572-9675 http://www.kensington.com/ http://www.gravis.com/

. Projector control panel

(page 14)

Projector <Top, right and front>

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+ MENU button

(page 24) This button is used to display menu screens. When a menu screen is being displayed, it can be used to return to a previous screen or to clear the screen.

, NORM button

(page 27) This button is used to reset the projector adjustment values to the factory default settings.

- DIGITAL ZOOM +/- buttons

(page 28) These buttons are used to enlarge certain portions of the projected image.

. ENTER button

(page 26) This button is used to accept and to activate items selected in the on-screen menus.

/ Arrow (FF, GG, IIand HH)

buttons

(page 26) These buttons are used to select and adjust items in the on-screen menu screens.

0 F(function) button

(page 38) This button momentarily freezes a moving image (FREEZE menu item), and it can be used to split the screen into one frozen image and one moving image (INDEX menu item). Use the FUNCTION item in the OPTION menu to select which of these two operations you want to use with this button.

1 ASPECT button

(page 30) This button is used for aspect adjustment (vertical and horizontal proportions).

# TEMP indicator

(page 39) This indicator illuminates if an abnormally high temperature is detected inside the projector. If the temperature rises above a certain level, the power supply will be turned off automatically and the indicator will illuminate or flash.

$ LAMP indicator

(page 40) This indicator illuminates when it is time to replace the lamp unit. It flashes if a circuit abnormality is detected.

% Power indicator

(pages 22 and 23) This indicator illuminates red when the main power is switched on (Standby Mode), and it illuminates green when projection of an image begins.

& POWER button

(pages 22 and 23)

' INPUT select button

(page 22)

( KEYSTONE buttons

(page 29) These buttons are used to correct keystone distortion of the projected image when the projector position is tilted upward or downward.

) VOLUME +/- buttons

These buttons are used to adjust the volume of the sound output from the projector’s built-in speaker.

* MUTE button

(page 33) This button momentarily stops output of the projector’s built-in speaker.

DIGITAL ZOOM

ENTER

NORMAL

MUTE

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ASPECT

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PROJECTOR

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B The wireless remote control and the projector itself have the same control

buttons available.

STANDBY(R)

ON(G) LAMP TEMP

POWER

KEYSTONE VOLUMEINPUT

Preparation

Inserting the battery

Insert the lithium battery which is supplied with the remote control unit, making sure that the polarities are correct.

# While pushing the battery

holder tab to the right, pull out the battery holder.

$ Insert the battery into the

battery holder so that the “+” side is facing upwards.

% Insert the battery holder.

NOTE:

B Do not drop the remote control

unit.

B Keep the remote control unit

away from liquids.

B Remove the battery if not using

the remote control unit for long periods.

B Use only CR2025 batteries as

replacement batteries.

Using the remote control unit

Operating range

If the remote control unit is held so that it is facing directly in front of the front remote control signal receptor, the operating range is within approximately 7 m (23´) from the surfaces of the receptors. Furthermore, the remote control unit can be operated from an angle of ±30 ° to the left or right and ±15 ° above or below the receptors.

NOTE:

B If there are any obstacles in

between the remote control unit and the receptors, the remote control unit may not operate correctly.

B If strong light is allowed to shine

onto the remote control signal receptor, correct remote control operation may not be possible. Place the projector as far away from light sources as possible.

B If facing the remote control unit

toward the screen to operate the projector, the operating range of the remote control unit will be limited by the amount of light reflection loss caused by the characteristics of the screen used.

Push the tab

Pull out

AUDIO

VIDEO IN

PC IN

VIDEO S2 VIDEO

AUDIO

PB/C

PR/C

COMPONENT IN

# $ % & ' ( )

# AUDIO L-R input jacks (for

VIDEO/S-VIDEO)

(page 18) Only one system is provided, so connect the appropriate connector when using VIDEO or S-VIDEO.

$ VIDEO input jack

(page 18) This jack is used to input video signals from a video equipment such as a video deck.

% S2 VIDEO input connector

(pages 18 and 30) This connector is used to input signals from an S-VIDEOcompatible equipment such as a video deck. The connector is compatible with S2 and S1 signals, and projector aspect is automatically adjusted according to the type of signal received.

& AUDIO input jack (for PC)

(page 19)

' RGB input connector

(page 19) This connector is used to input RGB signals from a PC.

( AUDIO L-R input jacks (for

BPR)

(page 20)

) YP

BPR(CBCR) input jacks

(page 20) These jacks are used to input YPBPR signals from compatible equipment such as DVD players.

Match the “+” surface of the battery with the “+” marked side of the battery holder.

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