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Full High-Definition Home Cinema Projector
PT-AE3000U
Expanding the Full-HD Experience
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Details with Amazing
Reality and Clarity
The new PT-AE3000U maximizes the image quality of the full-HD content in Blu-ray Discs
and HD broadcasts for large-screen viewing, and adds a newly designed optical system
that achieves a 60,000:1 contrast ratio and 1,600 lumens of brightness. A variety of
advanced signal-processing technologies, beginning with Detail Clarity Processor 2 and
Frame Creation interpolation, push the performance level of the LCD projector to an
entirely new level of picture quality, and provide viewers with the true beauty of full-HD
images. Experience on-screen reality, complete with crisp, detailed images and lifelike
depth, in the new PT-AE3000U. Its exceptional performance is further boosted by
Panasonic’s collaboration with leading Hollywood filmmakers to ensure that it produces
images that mirror the director’s artistic vision and intent.
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A High-Precision, Top-Quality Lens
Maximizes Full-HD Performance
To assure maximum clarity and sharpness
in full-HD images, this advanced system
employs a full-HD-optimized lens unit
comprising 16 lens elements in 12 groups,
including two large-diameter aspherical
lenses and two high-performance ED
(extra-low dispersion) lenses. Each lens is
carefully aligned to assure a uniform focusing balance from the
center to the edges of
the screen. As a result,
the PT-AE3000U’s
stunningly beautiful
images are clear and
free of distortion and
color bleeding.
New Pure Contrast Plates Deliver
High 60,000:1 Contrast Ratio
The Pure Contrast Plates of the
PT-AE3000U use a crystalline material
that is carefully matched to the characteristics of the LCD panels to effectively
block unwanted light leakage, forming an
advanced type of optical compensator. This
dramatically increases the dynamic range
and, together with the dynamic iris, provides an outstanding contrast ratio of
60,000:1. The new optical system of the
PT-AE3000U also produces a stunning
brightness of 1,600 lumens to unleash the
beauty of full-HD expression for viewing
on various screen sizes.
Smooth Screen Technology Creates
Film-Like Texture
While many LCD projectors suffer from a
“chicken wire” effect, Panasonic’s pursuit
of the highest possible image quality has
successfully overcome this device limitation through the incorporation of Smooth
Screen technology, which uses the double refraction property of crystals to
arrange pixels on a screen with no gaps
between them. Smooth Screen technology is designed specifically to match the
characteristics of the PT-AE3000U’s optical system, giving you the kind of smooth,
vivid, and three-dimensional-like images
you see in a movie theater.
Pure Color Filter Pro for Rich Colors
The optical filter optimizes the light spectrum from the UHM
projector lamp, helping to produce deeper
blacks while improving
purity levels in the
three primary colors
(red, green and blue). This advanced filter system improves color purity to cover
a range that extends from the HDTV standard (Color 1 mode)*
1
to the color gamut
used in digital cinema*
2
. This gives images
the deep, rich coloring that distinguishes
movie images.
New Full-HD LCD Panels Enhance
Motion Response
The PT-AE3000U’s new full-HD LCD panels have a double-speed drive capability
that improves the projection clarity of
moving images. These high-precision panels use vertically aligned liquid crystal
molecules with inorganic alignment layers. When no voltage is applied, the molecules are aligned perpendicular to the
glass substrate, so there is virtually no
light leakage and the substrate remains
black (called “normally black” operation),
providing higher contrast.
Dynamic Iris Adds Beauty to Both
Dark and Bright Scenes
The fifth generation
intelligent iris system
works by analyzing histograms to determine
the brightness level of
each image, then
adjusting the lamp
power, iris and gamma
curve*
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accordingly to create the ideal
image. The adjustments are made virtually frame by frame. This helps the projector achieve a wide dynamic range with
swift smoothness for added beauty in both
dark and bright scenes.
Conventional: Black lines
between pixels mar picture quality.
PT-AE3000U: Smooth,
theater-like images
Each lens is carefully aligned by highly skilled
technicians.
High-precision iris
mechanism
Pure Color Filter Pro
A vast accumulation of
Panasonic projector technolo-
gy is further strengthened by
the development of a cutting-
edge, high-precision optical
system in the PT-AE3000U,
virtually redefining the con-
cept of high image quality.
A New Level of Perfection from an
Advanced Optical System
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1 A setting that supports the 6,500K
color temperature recommended in the
HDTV standard (ITU-R BT.709)
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2 Specifications put forth by the Society
of Motion Picture and Television
Engineers (SMPTE) DC28 Digital
Cinema committees.
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3 Parameters for adjusting the output
brightness gradation level according to
the input signal.
Large-diameter
aspherical glass lens
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Detail Clarity Processor 2 Brings
Depth and Clarity to Details
A newly evolved digital image processing
circuit, called the Detail Clarity Processor 2,
debuts in the PT-AE3000U. After analyzing the frequency of the video signal in
each scene and extracting information on
the distribution of the super-high-, high, medium-, and low-frequency image components, the new circuit optimizes the
sharpness of each image portion based
on the extracted information. This brings
greater clarity and sharpness to details,
by reproducing fine nuances that were lost
due to image compression. The resulting
images have a more natural, lifelike
expression than those of previous imageprocessing methods. The detection of
super-high-frequency image components
also enables
more faithful
reproduction of
highly detailed
information,
such as the film
grain in movies.
16-Bit Digital Processing for Natural
Gradations
The PT-AE3000U handles up to 16-bit (full
12-bit) digital image processing. It faithfully reproduces even subtle hues and
brightness variations.
Crisp, Clear Details in Motion Images
A double-speed display (120 Hz or 100 Hz)
greatly improves the clarity of motion
image display. Frame Creation interpolates one new frame for each existing
frame by analyzing the characteristics of
the two adjacent frames to reproduce
sharp and clear images for fast moving
scenes in sports and action movies. For
24p signal input, three frames are calcu-
lated and interpolated for each existing
frame, to enable 4x speed (96-Hz) display.*
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Waveform Monitor for Precise
Calibration
When the output level of the source device
fluctuates due to the performance of the
device or its cable connections, the original black and white levels of the image
content cannot be reproduced. With the
PT-AE3000U you can view the waveforms
on the screen and adjust the settings both
automatically and manually as you prefer.
Split Adjust Mode for Easy Picture
Adjustment
You can freeze any scene you wish, and
then make adjustments while easily comparing the original image and the adjusted image side-by-side.
Cinema Color Management (CCM)
Enables Flexible Color Control
This is an innovative color correction system that enables free color control. You
can adjust one color without affecting the
neighboring colors, so it is easier to get
just the right color equalization in hue,
luminance and saturation.
The inverted
display shows
the images
before and after
adjustment.
Normal display
is also selectable.
Before adjustment After adjustment
Freeze any
scene you wish.
Conventional sharpness control: Sharpness is applied uniformly, which can cause a halo or ring effect.
Detail Clarity Processor 2: Signal frequency is extracted
realtime and necessary sharpness is applied at varying
degrees for natural, life-like images.
The PT-AE3000U
gives home consumers a projector with the
kind of waveform monitor
used in equipment for professionals.
Motion is crisp and clear even for fast-moving
images and panning scenes.
Frame Creation Off
Frame Creation On
Low-pass filter
Mid-pass filter
Signal
High-pass filter
Super-high-pass filter
Frequency analysis
engine
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4 Selectable from mode 1, mode 2 and off.
A Powerful, Digital Processing Engine Brings
Crisp Clarity to Details
The remarkable advancement
of the PT-AE3000U also
reflects in its uncompromis-
ing signal processing system.
Carefully matched to its new
optical system, this advanced
signal processing brings
incredible, full-HD clarity to
image details.
Frame Creation Concept
• Image before frame interpolation
1/60 sec 1/60 sec
60 Hz
• Image after frame interpolation
1/120 sec 1/120 sec 1/120 sec 1/120 sec
120 Hz
Example with 60-Hz video signal input
Interpolated
frame
Interpolated
frame
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Lens Memory Enhances Projection
Versatility
The zoom and focus settings for projecting in the normal 16:9 or 4:3 image ratio,
and for wide cinema projection, can be
stored in the Lens Memory for simple
access through the remote control. This
Lens Memory function lets you easily enjoy
images with different image ratios on a
wide 2.35:1 screen for an immersive movie
theater-like experience.
2x Optical Power Zoom/Focus and
Wide Lens Shift Range
A 2x optical power zoom/focus lens and a
lens shift function together make it possible to project a 120-inch picture from as
close as 11´10˝ (3.6 m) to the screen or
as far as 23´7˝ (7.2 m) away. In addition,
the image can be shifted ±100% vertical-
ly, and ±40% horizontally. This gives you
outstanding setup flexibility. If you choose
to ceiling-mount the projector, you can
zoom and focus by remote control.
Versatile Input Interfaces
The PT-AE3000U has three HDMI input
terminals for digital transmission without
image degradation, and two component
input terminals. The HDMI input terminals
also support Deep Color and the x.v.Color
™
color space of the HDMI 1.3 standard.
Deep Color provides 10-bit (over 1.07 billion) and 12-bit (over 68.7 billion) color
depths for smooth gradation between colors, while x.v.Color
™ compliance repro-
duces natural, lifelike images.*
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Easy Maintenance
For easy maintenance, you can replace the
filter from the side and the lamp from the
top of the projector. The dust filter and
lamp are easily replaced even after the
PT-AE3000U is installed on the ceiling.
The Lens Memory instantly recalls the zoom and focus
settings for projecting with the 16:9 aspect ratio.
Wide cinema projection to match the image size seen at
movie theaters.
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5 Effective in Color 1 image mode.
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6 Up to 220 V.
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7 For 1080p full high definition home cinema
projector, as of August 20, 2008.
The Lens Memory and setting
flexibility ensure that you will
always enjoy comfortable
large-screen viewing matched
to your theater room.
An ecology-conscious design
is another trait that lifts the
PT-AE3000U to an even high-
er level of quality.
Flexible Installation, Easy Operation
16:9 projection area
2.35:1 projection area
2.35:1 projection image
16:9 projection image
Panasonic works from every angle to minimize environmental impact in the product
design, production and delivery processes,
and in the performance of the product itself
over its life cycle.
Intelligent Power Management System
for Eco-Friendly Power Consumption
The PT-AE3000U realizes an extremely low
standby power consumption of 0.08 W
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,
lowest in its class.
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In addition, the
PT-AE3000U's main power consumption is
reduced by as much as 10% when the
dynamic iris function is operating because it
intelligently determines the necessary power
output of the projector by analyzing over
3 billion different image patterns, to optimize
and eliminate excessive power consumption.
LSI chip integration further lowers the
PT-AE3000U’s main power consumption,
making it an eco-friendly projector.
Reduced Environmental Impact
The inner volume of the PT-AE3000U carton
box has been reduced by approximately 10%.
While lessening the amount of packaging
materials used, this also raises transportation efficiency, which saves fuel and lowers
the impact on the environment.
Ecology-Conscious Engineering and Design
Other Ecological Considerations
• An off-timer that reduces wasteful power consumption. • RoHS compliance. • Lead-free solder for mounting components to printed circuit
boards. • No vinyl chloride in interior wiring.
• No halogenated flame retardants in the cabinet.
• No styrofoam in packing materials. • Lead-free
glass for the lens.
100%
Projection
size
100%
Standard position
Projection
size
Shift range
40%40%
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Panasonic Projector Systems Company
www.panasonic.com/projectors
Headquarters
3 Panasonic Way, 4B-9
Secaucus, NJ 07094
888 411 1996
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L4W 2T3
905 624 5010
Please contact Panasonic or your dealer for a demonstration.
Weights and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
This product may be subject to export control regulations. VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective trademark owners. Projection images simulated.
PT-AE3000U1-08OCT30K Printed in Japan.
For detailed explanation of features please visit our Projector Global Web Site
http://panasonic.net/avc/projector
Other Features
• Seven picture mode includes Cinema 1/2/3,
Normal, Dynamic, Color 1/2.
• 3D noise reduction for high-precision noise
detection and reduction
• Scene-adaptive MPEG noise reduction effectively blocks regular noise and minimizes
mosquito noise.
• Scene adaptive resizing LSI improves quality
when resizing 480p images or those from
other sources with resolution lower than the
PT-AE3000U’s native resolution.
• 24p compatible
• Progressive cinema scan (3/2 pulldown) and
HD IP
• Selectable frame response
• Featuring a wide range of aspect modes,
including ones for anamorphic lenses.
(JUST/4:3/16:9/S16:9/14:9/ZOOM1/ZOOM2/HFIT/V-FIT)
NOTE: The selectable modes vary
depending on the input signal.
• Up to sixteen sets of adjustment settings can be stored
in memory with custom
names that make them easy
to remember
• User-friendly ergonomic
remote control
• Built-in test pattern
• On-screen input guidance
• Auto input search
• Quiet operation: 22 dB (in Economy lamp
mode)
• Normal/economy lamp power selection
• Lens-centered design
Made in Japan
Each Panasonic projector is produced by a vertically integrated
production process, which extends
from R&D to manufacturing, at the
Panasonic factory in Japan, under strict
quality control. This ensures stable, topquality performance in every product.
All information included here is valid as of October 2008.
Supplied remote
control with
back-lit buttons
Specifications
Power supply
Power consumption
LCD panel*
2
Panel size
Aspect ratio
Display method
Drive method
Pixels
Lens
Lamp*
3
Brightness*
4
Contrast*
4
YPBPR signal compatibility
Color system
Optical axis shift*
6
Keystone correction range
Terminals
HDMI IN
COMPUTER IN
COMPONENT IN
S-VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
SERIAL
Dimensions*
8
(W x H x D)
Weight*
9
Operating environment
Supplied accessories
Optional accessories
ET-LAE1000
ET-PKE2000
ET-PKE1000S
ET-PCE2000
100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
240 W (Approx. 0.08 W*
1
in standby mode with fan stopped)
0.74˝ (17.78 mm) diagonally
16:9 aspect ratio
Transparent LCD panel (x 3, R/G/B)
Active matrix
2,073,600 (1,920 x 1,080) x 3, total of 6,220,800 pixels
Powered zoom (2x)/powered focus, F 1.9 - 3.2, f 22.4 mm–44.8 mm
165 W UHM lamp
1,600 lumens*
5
60,000:1*5(full on/full off)
480i (525i), 480p (525p), 576i (625i), 576p (625p), 720 (750)/50p, 720 (750)/60p, 1,080
(1,125)/24p, 1,080 (1,125)/50i, 1,080 (1,125)/50p, 1,080 (1,125)/60i, 1,080 (1,125)/60p
PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL 60, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC 4.43,
Horizontal: ±40% and vertical: ±100%
Vertical: approx. ±30°
HDMI connector x 3, HDMI™ (V.1.3 with Deep Color, x.v.Color™ *
7
), HDCP compliant
D-sub HD 15-pin (female) x 1
RCA pin (Y, P
B/CB, PR/CR) x 2
Mini DIN 4-pin x 1
RCA pin x 1
D-sub 9-pin x 1 (RS-232C based)
460 x 130 x 300 mm (18-1/8˝ x 5-1/8˝ x 11-25/32˝)
Approx. 7.3 kg (16.1 lbs.)
Temperature: 0°–40°C (32°–104°F), Humidity: 20%–80% (no condensation)
Power cord, Wireless remote control unit, Batteries for remote control (AA type x 2)
Replacement lamp unit
Ceiling mount bracket for high ceilings
Ceiling mount bracket for low ceilings
Cable cover
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1 Up to 220 V.
*
2 The projector uses a type of liquid crystal panel that typically consists of millions of pixels. This panel is built with very high-precision technology
designed to provide one of the finest possible images. Occasionally, a few pixels may remain turned on (bright) or turned off (dark). Please note that
this is an intrinsic characteristic of the manufacturing technology that affects all products using LCD technology.
*
3 The projector uses a high-voltage mercury lamp that contains high internal pressure. This lamp may break, emitting a large sound, or fail to illumi-
nate, due to impact or extended use. The length of time that it takes for the lamp to break or fail to illuminate varies greatly depending on individual lamp characteristics and usage conditions.
*
4 Measurement, measuring conditions, and method of notation all comply
with ISO 21118 international standards.
*
5 In dynamic mode, with dynamic iris on.
*
6 Shift range is limited during simultaneous horizontal and vertical shifting.
*
7 Effective in Color 1 image mode.
*
8 Protruding parts are not included.
*
9 Average value. May differ depending on models.
Diagonal length
Projection size (16:9) Projection distance (L)
Min (Wide) Max (Telephoto)
1.01 m
1.52 m
2.03 m
2.54 m
3.05 m
3.81 m
5.08 m
1.2 m
1.8 m
2.4 m
3.0 m
3.6 m
4.5 m
6.0 m
2.3 m
3.5 m
4.7 m
6.0 m
7.2 m
9.0 m
12.0 m
40˝
60˝
80˝
100˝
120˝
150˝
200˝
3´10˝
5´10˝
7´10˝
9´9˝
11´9˝
14´9˝
19´8˝
7´9˝
11´9˝
15´8˝
19´8˝
23´7˝
29´7˝
39´6˝
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Image size/projection distance
Aspect ratio 16:9
Diagonal length
Projection size (2.35:1) Projection distance (L)
Min (Wide) Max (Telephoto)
1.01 m
1.52 m
2.03 m
2.54 m
3.05 m
3.81 m
5.08 m
1.3 m
2.5 m
2.6 m
3.2 m
3.8 m
4.8 m
6.4 m
1.8 m
2.8 m
3.8 m
4.7 m
5.7 m
7.1 m
9.6 m
40˝
60˝
80˝
100˝
120˝
150˝
200˝
4´1˝
6´2˝
8´3˝
10´4˝
12´5˝
15´7˝
21´10˝
6´2˝
9´4˝
12´6˝
15´8˝
18´10˝
23´7˝
31´6˝
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Aspect ratio 2.35:1
(When projecting both 2.35:1 and 16:9 images onto a
2.35:1 screen using the Lens Memory function.)
L (LW/LT)
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