Panasonic PT-AE900 User Manual

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TQBJ 0182

LCD Projector

Operating Instructions

Model No. PT-AE900U

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

manual for future use.

For assistance, please call : 1-888-View-PTV(843-9788)

or send e-mail to : [e-mail]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ (Puerto Rico)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

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 out of your new
product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector.
The serial number of your product may be found on its bottom. You should
note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is
required.

Model number: PT-AE900U

Serial number:

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WARNING:

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

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.

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.

CAUTION:

This equipment is equipped with a three­pin grounding-type power plug. Do not
remove the grounding pin on the power
plug. This plug will only fit a grounding­type 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.
FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when

connecting to computers or peripheral devices.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the
users authority to operate.
If you use serial port to connect PC for external control of projector, you
must use optional RS-232C serial interface cable with ferrite core. Any
unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the
user’s authority to operate.

Do not remove

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Contents

Preparation

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ...2
Precautions with regard to

safety .........................................6

Accessories ...............................10

Before use ..................................11

Location and function of each

part...........................................13

Getting started

Setting-up...................................18

Projection methods, Projector
position, Projection distances,
Setting up range using the lens shift
function

Connections...............................22

Connecting to video equipment,
Connecting to equipment
compatible with HDMI,
Connecting to computer

Preparation for the remote

control unit..............................25

Basic operation

Turning on the power................26

Turning off the power................28

Useful functions

Setting the aspect ratio.............30

Selecting the picture mode.......33

Turning on the button lights.....33

Retrieving the saved picture

settings....................................34

Turning off the picture momentarily

...34

Displaying the “PICTURE” menu

.....35

Displaying the “ADVANCED MENU”

...35

Using the Cinema Color

Management function ............36

Adjustments and settings

On-screen menus ......................40

Menu screens, Menu operation
guide, Returning a setting to the
factory default

Adjusting the picture.................44

PICTURE MODE, CONTRAST,

BRIGHT, COLOR, TINT,
SHARPNESS, COLOR TEMP.,
DYNAMIC IRIS, Noise
Reduction(NR), CINEMA REALITY,
TV-SYSTEM, ADVANCED MENU,
MEMORY SAVE, MEMORY LOAD,
SIGNAL MODE,

Projecting sRGB-

compatible pictures

Adjusting the position...............48

Horizontal position, Vertical position,
DOT CLOCK, CLOCK PHASE,
ASPECT, WSS, OVER SCAN,
KEYSTONE, AUTO SETUP

Changing the display language

...50

Option settings ..........................51

OSD, OSD DESIGN, OSD
POSITION, AUTO SEARCH, BACK
COLOR, STARTUP LOGO,
DESK/CEILING, FRONT/REAR,
OFF TIMER, FAN CONTROL,
LAMP POWER, LAMP RUNTIME

Care and maintenance

When the TEMP indicator and the

LAMP indicator are illuminated

...54

Cleaning and replacing

the air filter ..............................56

Replacing the lamp unit ............57

Before calling for service..........60

Cleaning and maintenance .......61

Others

Specifications ............................62

Appendix ....................................64

List of compatible signals, General
arrangement of the “COLOR
MANAGEMENT” menu, Using the
SERIAL connector, Projection
dimensions calculation methods

Dimensions ................................69

Trademark acknowledgements

...70

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: PT-AE900U
Trade Name: Panasonic
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America.
Address: One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094
Telephone number: 1-888-View-PTV(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.

WARNING:

Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection
of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.

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Precautions with regard to safety

WARNING

If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming from the projector,
disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.

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

electric shocks could result.

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, disconnect the power cord plug 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 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 can cause fire or electric shocks.
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 plug
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.

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 outlet 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.

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

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

or catch fire.

B Store the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them away from metallic

objects.

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.

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Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used.

B Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you look directly into this

light, it can hurt and damage your eyes.

B Be especially careful not to let young children look into the lens. In

addition, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord plug when you
are away from the projector.

Do not place your skin into the light beam while the projector is being used.

B Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you place directly into

this light, it can hurt or damage your skin.

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

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

face, or objects which cannot withstand heat close to this port [allow at
least 10cm (4”) of space], otherwise burns or damage could result.

Replacement of the lamp should only be carried out by a qualified
technician.

B The lamp has high internal pressure. If improperly handled, explosion

might result.

B The lamp can easily become damaged if struck against hard objects or

dropped, and injury or malfunctions may 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 touching it can cause burns.

Before replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect the power cord plug
from the wall outlet.

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

Do not allow infants or pets to touch the remote control unit.

B The accessory remote control unit can be used to operate not only the

projector but also other appliances such as air conditioners and electrical
device by programming them using the learning function. If the remote
control unit operated inappropriately, fire or injury may result.

B Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of infants and pets after

using it.

Caution

Do not cover the air inlet port or the air outlet port.

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

damage to the projector.

B Do not place the projector in narrow, badly ventilated places such as

closets or bookshelves.

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 batteries or place them
into water or fire.

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

or catch fire, and burns or other injury may result.

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

B If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, they may explode or leak, and fire,

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

Use only the specified batteries.

B If incorrect batteries are used, they may explode or leak, and fire, injury or

contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may
result.

Do not mix old and new batteries.

B If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, they 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 stand or sit on 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.

Ask an Authorized Service Center to clean inside the projector at least
once a year.

B If dust is left to build up inside the projector without being cleaned out, it

can result in fire or problems with operation.

B It is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector before the season for

humid weather arrives. Ask your nearest Authorized Service Center to
clean the projector when required. Please discuss with the Authorized
Service Center regarding cleaning costs.

We are constantly making efforts to preserve and maintain a clean
environment. Please take non repairable units back to your dealer or a
recycling company.

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Accessories

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

Before use

Cautions regarding setting-up

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

The internal parts can be damaged, which may cause malfunctions or
accidents.

Avoid setting up in places which are subject to sudden temperature
changes, such as near an air conditioner.

The life of the lamp may be shortened.

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

The projector may be subject to electromagnetic interference.

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

You will need to purchase the separate installation kit (Model No.ET-PKE300/
ET-PKE700). Furthermore, all installation work should only be carried out by a
qualified technician.

If using this projector at high elevations (above 1 400 m), set the “FAN
CONTROL” to “HIGH”. (Refer to page 53.)

Failure to observe this may result in malfunctions.

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.>

Remote control unit
(EUR7914Z20 x1)

AA batteries for remote control unit
(x2)

Power cord
(K2CG3FR00001 x 1)

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Notes on use

In order to get the best picture quality

Draw curtains or blinds over any windows and turn off any lights near the
screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto
the screen.

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 lens cover.

Screen

Do not apply any volatile substances which may cause discoloration to the
screen, and do not let it become dirty or damaged.

Lamp

The lamp may need to be replaced earlier due to variables such as individual
lamp characteristics, usage conditions and the installation environment,
especially when the projector is subjected to continuous use for more than
10 hours or the power is frequently turned on and off.

Liquid crystal panel

B Do not project the same image for long periods of time, as this may remain

as an afterimage on the liquid crystal panel.

B The liquid crystal panel of the projector is built with very high precision

technology to provide fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active
pixels may appear on the screen as fixed points of blue, green or red.
Please note that this does not affect the performance of your LCD.

Location and function of each part

# Projector control panel (page 16)
$ Zoom ring (page 27)
% Focus ring (page 27)
& Projection lens
' Air inlet port

Do not cover this port.

( Air filter (page 56)
) Shift lever (page 27)

This lever adjusts the lens direction.

* Front adjustable legs (L/R) (page 27)
+ Lens cover
, Remote control signal receptor (page 25)

- Air outlet port

Do not cover this port.

WARNING

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

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

face, or objects which cannot withstand heat close to this port [allow at
least 10cm (4”) of space], otherwise burns or damage could result.

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Connector panel

# SERIAL connector (pages 22, 23, 24 and 66)

This connector is used to connect a personal computer to the projector in
order to control the projector externally. (RS-232C compatible)

$ HDMI IN connector (page 23)

This connector is used to input HDMI signals.

% PC IN (RGB input) connector (page 24)

This connector is used to input RGB signals from a PC.

& COMPONENT 1 IN [YPBPR(CBCR) input] connectors (page 22)

These connectors are used to input YPBPR signals from compatible
equipment such as a DVD player.

' S-VIDEO IN connector (page 22)

This connector is used to input signals from an S-VIDEO-compatible
equipment such as a video deck.

( VIDEO IN connector (page 22)

This connector is used to input video signals from a video equipment such
as a video deck.

) COMPONENT 2 IN [YPBPR(CBCR) input] connectors (page 22)

These connectors are used to input YPBPR signals from compatible
equipment such as a DVD player.

# Connector panel (page 15)
$ Air inlet port

Do not cover this port.

% Power input socket (AC IN) (page 26)

The accessory power cord is connected here.
Do not use any power cord other than the accessory power cord.

& Security lock

This can be used to connect a commercially-available theft-prevention
cable (manufactured by Kensington). This security lock is compatible with
the Microsaver Security System from Kensington.

' Lamp unit cover (page 57)
( MAIN POWER switch (pages 26 and 28)

Projector <Back and bottom>

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Projector control panel

Remote control unit

& Arrow (

FF, GG, II

and HH) buttons (page 42)

These buttons are used to select and adjust items in the on-screen menus.

' ENTER button (page 42)

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

( MENU button (page 40)

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

) INPUT select buttons (page 27)

These buttons are used to switch the input signals from the connected equipment.

* POWER button (pages 26 and 28)
+ LIGHT button (page 33)

This button is used to illuminate the buttons on the remote control unit.

, Buttons to operate the selected device

These buttons are used to operate the devices which have been
programed into the remote control unit using the preset or learning
functions of the remote control unit. Refer to “Remote control unit Guide”
for details.

- PROJECTOR button

Buttons from & to ( and . are used to operate both the projector and
the other devices which have been programed in the remote control unit.
Be sure to press the PROJECTOR button before operating the projector.

. RETURN button (page 42)

When a menu screen is being displayed, this button is used to return to a
previous screen or to clear the screen.

/ SHUTTER button (page 34)

This button is used to momentarily turn off the picture.

0 MEM. LOAD (MEMORY LOAD) button (page 34)

This button is used to display the “MEMORY LOAD” menu.

1 C.C.M (Cinema Color Management) button (page 36)

This button is used to display the “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu.

2 ADVANCED button (pages 35 and 46)

This button is used to display an item from the “ADVANCED MENU”.

3 MAIN button (pages 35 and 44)

This button is used to display an item from the “PICTURE” menu.

4 ASPECT button (page 30)

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

5 PIC. MODE(PICTURE MODE) button (page 33)

Pressing this button will change the picture mode.

6 NORMAL button (page 43)

This button is used to reset the projector adjustment values to the factory
default settings.

7 LCD display

The selected device is displayed at the upper side. The setting guide for
the preset and learning functions and the button operation guide for the
selected device are displayed at the lower side.

# Power indicator (pages 26, 28 and 29)

This indicator illuminates red when the main power is switched on (standby
mode), and it illuminates green when a picture starts to be projected.

$ LAMP indicator (page 55)

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

% TEMP indicator (page 54)

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 flash.

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Projection distances

NOTE:

B The dimensions in the table above are approximate.
B For details about projected image distances, refer to page 69.

NOTE:

B Place the projector so that it is vertical to the screen.

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Setting-up

Projection methods

In way of installing projector, any one of the following four projection methods
are used. Select whichever projection method matches the setting-up
method. (The projection method can be set from the “OPTION” menu. Refer
to page 52 for details.)

BFront-desk projection

BRear-ceiling projection

(Using a translucent screen)

Menu items Setting

DESK

FRONT

DESK/CEILING

FRONT/REAR

Menu items Setting

CEILING

REAR

DESK/CEILING

FRONT/REAR

NOTE:

B You will need to purchase the separate ceiling bracket (ET-PKE300/

ET-PKE700) when using the ceiling installation method.

B Do not set up the projector vertically or tilted horizontally, otherwise it

may cause damage to the projector.

B It is recommended that you set up the projector in a place that is tilted

at less than ±30° vertically. Setting up the projector in places that are
tilted at more than ±30° vertically may shorten component life.

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Projector position

L: Projection distance
SH: Image height
SW:Image width

Screen

1.01 m(40˝) 0.50 m(1´7˝) 0.89 m(2´11˝) 1.2 m(3´11˝) 2.4 m(7´10˝)

1.27 m(50˝) 0.62 m(2´) 1.11 m(3´7˝) 1.5 m(4´11˝) 3.0 m(9´10˝)

1.52 m(60˝) 0.75 m(2´5˝) 1.33 m(4´4˝) 1.8 m(5´10˝) 3.7 m(12´1˝)

1.77 m(70˝) 0.87 m(2´10˝) 1.55 m(5´1˝) 2.1 m(6´10˝) 4.3 m(14´1˝)

2.03 m(80˝) 1.00 m(3´3˝) 1.77 m(5´9˝) 2.4 m(7´10˝) 4.9 m(16´)

2.28 m(90˝) 1.12 m(3´8˝) 1.99 m(6´6˝) 2.7 m(8´10˝) 5.5 m(18´)

2.54 m(100˝) 1.24 m(4´) 2.21 m(7´3˝) 3.1 m(10´2˝) 6.2 m(20´4˝)

3.05 m(120˝) 1.49 m(4´10˝) 2.66 m(8´8˝) 3.7 m(12´1˝) 7.4 m(24´3˝)

3.81 m(150˝)

5.08 m(200˝)

1.87 m(6´1˝)

2.49 m(8´2˝)

3.32 m(10´10˝)

4.43 m(14´6˝)

4.6 m(15´1˝)

6.2 m(20´4˝)

9.3 m(30´6˝)

12.4 m(40´8˝)

Screen size (16:9)

Diagonal

length

Height

(SH)

Width

(SW)

Projection distance (L)

Wide

(LW)

Telephoto

(LT)

Screen

BFront-ceiling projection

Menu items Setting

CEILING

FRONT

DESK/CEILING

FRONT/REAR

BRear-desk projection

(Using a translucent screen)

Menu items Setting

DESK

REAR

DESK/CEILING

FRONT/REAR

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Setting up range using the lens shift function

This projector can be placed in various places by controlling the shift lever at
the front side of the projector to move the lens in order to adjust the position
of the projected image.

BVertical lens shift

When shift lever is
moved down (full)

When shift lever is
moved up (full)

NOTE:

B Turn the shift lever right to secure the shift lever.
B When the lens has been shifted fully to the right or left, you will not be

able to shift the lens up or down.
When the lens has been shifted fully up or down, you will not be able to
shift the lens to the right or left.

B Generally, the maximum picture quality is obtained when the lens is

moved to the center (horizontally and vertically).

B When the projector is tilted vertically and keystone correction needs to

be carried out, place the projector so that the center of the lens and the
center of the screen (vertical) are matched.

BProjector setting up range in relation to the screen

Projector

Screen

Projector set up range
(center of the lens)

BHorizontal lens shift

About 25% of the
screen (maximum)

About 25% of the
screen (maximum)

When shift lever is moved

to the left (full)

When shift lever is moved
to the right (full)

Screen

Screen

50%

V

50%

H

Center of the screen (vertical)

Center of the lens

* The values in the table are for the width and the height of the screen.

Vertical (V)

About 63%

About 50%

About 0%

About 0%

When the lens has been shifted fully
up or down.

When the center of the lens is placed
at the same height as the upper or
lower edge of the screen.

When the lens is shifted only to the
right or left.

About 8%

About 25%

Horizontal

shift range (H)

Shift lever operation range

About 63% of

the screen

(maximum)

About 63% of

the screen

(maximum)

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Connecting to video equipment

NOTE:

B Be sure to use an HDMI cable which conforms to HDMI specifications.

If inappropriate cables are used, the connected equipment may not
operate correctly.

B

This projector can be connected to HDMI and DVI equipment, but some
equipment may not operate correctly, for example images may not appear

.

Connections

Notes on connections

B

Read the instruction manual for each peripheral device carefully before connecting it.

B

Turn off the power supply for all peripheral devices before making any connections.

B If the cables necessary for connection are not included with the peripheral

device or available as an option, you may need to prepare a proper cable
for the device concerned.

B Refer to the list on page 64 for details on compatible signals which can be

input to the projector.

B An audio system circuit is not provided with this projector. Connect the

audio output of the connected equipment to a separate audio system.

DVD player

To HDMI output

HDMI cable
(RP-CDHG30E-W: sold separately)

Connecting to equipment compatible with HDMI

Computer for

control use

Serial adapter
(ET-ADSER : sold separately)

DIN 8-pin (male)

DVD player

Computer for

control use

DVD player

Video deck

To S-Video output

To Video output

DVD player

Serial adapter
(ET-ADSER : sold
separately)

DIN 8-pin (male)

To YPBPR output

To YPBPR
output

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Getting started

24-ENGLISH

To RGB output

Operating range

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

.

# Open the cover.

$ Insert the batteries so that the polarities are correct, and then close

the cover.

NOTE:

B If the buttons on the remote control unit are kept pressed, the battery

power will be consumed rapidly.

B If there are any obstacles in between the remote control unit and the

receptor, the remote control unit may not operate correctly.

B If strong light is allowed to shine onto the remote control signal receptor,

correct projector 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.

NOTE:

B Do not drop the remote control unit.
B Keep the remote control unit away from liquids.
B

Remove the batteries if not using the remote control unit for long periods.

B Do not use rechargeable batteries.

Preparation for the remote control unit

AA batteries

(two)

Computer

Connecting to computer

Computer for

control use

Serial adapter

(ET-ADSER : sold separately)

DIN 8-pin (male)

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Basic operation

Press the input select button to select the input signal.

B

A picture will be projected in accordance with the selected input signal.

Follow the procedure below when you set the projector up first, and when
you change the setup place.

&

Input select

button

Changing

signals

Input select

button

Changing

signals

Control

panel

Remote

control

unit

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

YPBPR1

HDMI

YPBPR2

PC

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

YPBPR1

YPBPR2

PC

HDMI

˛$

˛&

˛(

˛'

˛(

˛*

˛)

˛#

Turning on the power

Before turning on the power

1. Ensure that all peripheral
devices are connected properly.

2.

Connect the accessory power cord.

3. Remove the lens cover.

Lens cover

Power cord

Press the MAIN POWER switch to turn on the
power.

BThe power indicator on the projector will illuminate red.

Press the POWER button.

BThe power indicator on the projector will flash green. After a short

period, the indicator will illuminate green, and the startup logo will be
displayed. If you would like the startup logo not to be displayed, set
“STARTUP LOGO” to “OFF”. (Refer to page 52.)

Turn on the power of all connected devices.

BStart the play function of a device such as a DVD player.

NOTE:

B A rattling sound may be heard when the power is turned on, and a

tinkling sound may be heard when the lamp unit is turned on, but these
are not signs of malfunctions.

#

$

%

Power indicator

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Adjusting the size

BTurn the zoom ring to adjust

the size of the projected image.

Adjusting the focus

BTurn the focus ring to adjust

the focus of the projected image.

(

)

*

Adjusting the angle

BThe position of the projected image

(upward and downward) can be fine
adjusted by turning the front
adjustable legs.

BWhen adjusting the legs, be careful

of the hot air which comes out of
the air outlet port.

BIf the projected image contains

keystone distortion, adjust
“KEYSTONE” in the “POSITION”
menu (refer to page 49 for details).

'

Adjusting the lens shift

BUse the shift lever to adjust the

position of the projected image.

BTurn the shift lever right to secure

the shift lever, and left to release
the shift lever. Do not pull the shift
lever while adjusting the lens shift.

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Zoom

˛*

Focus

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Basic operation

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NOTE:

B During projection of an image, the cooling fan will operate, emitting a

small noise as it operates. This noise may change depending on the
ambient temperature. 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 53.)

B You can also turn off the power by pressing the POWER button twice or

by holding it down for at least 0.5 seconds.

B When the projector is in standby mode (the power indicator on the

projector is illuminated red), the projector continues to draw approximately

0.08 W of power even when the cooling fan has stopped.

˛#

˛$

˛%

Turning off the power

Power indicator

Press the POWER button.

BA confirmation screen is displayed on

the screen.

Press the IIor HHbutton to select “OK”, and
then press the ENTER button.

BThe lamp unit will switch off and the picture will stop being projected.

(The power indicator on the projector will illuminate orange while the
cooling fan is still operating.)

#

$

%

Press the MAIN POWER switch to turn off the
power after the power indicator on the
projector illuminates red.

BDo not cut power to the projector in any way while the cooling fan is

still operating. Be careful not to switch off the MAIN POWER switch
of the projector or unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

Power indicator

Power indicator status

Red

Illuminated

The projector is in standby mode and image projection
is possible by pressing the POWER button.

A picture is being projected.
The lamp is cooling down after the power is turned

off. (The cooling fan is operating.)
The projector is preparing for projection after the
power is turned on while the power indicator is
illuminated orange. (After a short period, a picture
will be projected.)

The projector is preparing for projection after the
power is turned on while the power indicator is
illuminated red. (After a short period, a picture will be
projected.)

Flashing

Illuminated

Illuminated

Flashing

Green

Orange

Projector status

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Useful functions

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Setting the aspect ratio (ASPECT)

This projector allows you to change the aspect ratio to match the type of
input signal.

JUST\4:3\16:9\14:9\ZOOM1\ZOOM2

4:3\16:9\V SCROLL
*“V SCROLL” cannot be set when a VGA or
SVGA signal is being input.

4:3\16:9

[When a 525p (480p) or 625p (576p) signal is
being input]
4:3\16:9\JUST\ZOOM

[When an NTSC, 525i (480i) or 525p (480p)
YP

BPR

signal is being input]

AUTO\4:3\16:9\JUST\ZOOM

S-VIDEO/VIDEO/

YP

BPR

1/YPBPR2

PC

HDMI

Press the ASPECT button.

BPressing the ASPECT button will change the

aspect ratio according to the successive settings
shown below.

BRefer to the illustrations in the table for

assistance in selecting a suitable aspect ratio.

H-FIT

[1 125 (1 080) /60i,

1 125 (1 080) /50i,

1 125 (1 080) /24p,

750 (720) /60p

and 750 (720) /50p

signals only]

Horizontal expansion of
projected image

JUST

Horizontal expansion of projected image
(Center of image is less distorted.)

ZOOM, ZOOM1

ZOOM2

(“ZOOM2” is for

2.35 : 1 letterbox
signals.)

Expansion preserves
original ratio

V SCROLL

(XGA/MXGA/SXGA/

WIDE768 only)

A picture is projected without
expansion or reduction.

ASPECT

Input signal Projected image

14:9 Expansion preserves

original ratio

4:3 4:3

ASPECT

Input signal Projected image

16:9 Horizontal expansion of

projected image

B The aspect ratios for the following signals will be switched between 16:9

and “H-FIT”. (Refer to page 64.)

1 125 (1 080) /60i, 1 125 (1 080) /50i, 1 125 (1 080) /24p, 750 (720) /60p,
750 (720) /50p

B The aspect ratios for the following signals are fixed, and cannot be changed.

WIDE 480/600/720/768/768-2

*WIDE768 signals can be set to “V SCROLL”.

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Turning on the button lights (LIGHT)

Press the LIGHT button.

B The buttons on the remote control unit will be

illuminated.

B Press the LIGHT button again to turn off the

button lights. The button lights will be turned off
automatically when no buttons on the remote
control unit are pressed for 10 seconds.

NOTE:

B The picture mode can also be selected from “PICTURE MODE” in the

“PICTURE” menu.

B

When the “PICTURE MODE”menu is selected, the settings will switch
automatically to the last “PROFILE”settings (page 36) that were used for
the selected picture mode.

Selecting the picture mode (PIC. MODE)

You can select the appropriate picture mode for the type of projected image.

Press the PIC. MODE button.

B Pressing the PIC. MODE button will change the

picture mode.

NORMAL ............When watching various image sources.

DYNAMIC ...........When the projector is used in a bright room.

CINEMA1............

When watching movies. The projected image will be refined.
This mode was well tuned to the look of Hollywood movie

.

CINEMA2............When watching movies. The projected images will be deep

and rich.

CINEMA3............When watching movies which have vivid colors such as

action movies and animations. The projected images will
be clearer and brighter.

VIDEO.................When watching sports and music programs.

NATURAL...........To reproduce the color of the image faithfully from the

image source.

NOTE:

B If a selected mode does not match the aspect ratio of the input signal, it

may affect the quality of viewing of the original picture.

B If using this projector in places such as cafes or hotels to display

programs for a commercial purpose or for public presentation, note that
if the aspect ratio selection function is used to change the aspect ratio
of the screen picture, you may be infringing the rights of the original
copyright owner for that program under copyright protection laws.

B If a 4:3 picture is projected onto a 16:9 screen, distortion may occur

around the edges of the picture so that part of the picture is no longer
visible. Programs which have 4:3 aspect ratios should be viewed in 4:3
mode to give proper consideration to the aims and intentions of the
original program’s creator.

B Image sizes such as Cinema-Vision that project wider than the 16:9

ratio will have narrow black fields at the top and bottom.

B You can also change the aspect ratio from the “POSITION” menu.

B When “WSS” is set to “ON”(page 49), the projector switches the aspect

ratio automatically if the input signal has a detector signal.

B “WIDE” is displayed on the screen when “ASPECT” is set automatically

(when “WSS” is set to “ON”). Press the ASPECT button to switch the
aspect ratio.

B “AUTO” will be displayed according to the type of the signals being input.

When set to “AUTO”, the projector switches the aspect ratio automatically
if the input signal has a detector signal.

B When set to “V SCROLL”, vertical position can be adjusted by pressing

the G and F buttons (close the menu screen before adjusting the vertical
position).

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Useful functions

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NOTE:

B Only the settings saved in the “MEMORY SAVE” menu will be

displayed in the “MEMORY LOAD” menu. (Refer to page 47.)

BThe “MEMORY LOAD” menu will be displayed.
BPress the F or G button to select the setting

you want to retrieve, then press the ENTER
button.

Retrieving the saved picture
settings (MEM. LOAD)

If you have saved the adjusted picture settings using the “MEMORY SAVE”
menu, you can retrieve the saved picture settings.

Press the MEM. LOAD button.

Turning off the picture momentarily
(SHUTTER)

The “SHUTTER” function can be used to momentarily turn off the picture
when the projector is not being used for short periods of time. The projector
uses less power in “SHUTTER” mode than it does in normal projection
mode.

B The picture will be turned off.
B To return to normal operating mode, press any

button on either the projector or remote control
unit except the LIGHT button and the buttons to
operate the selected device on the remote
control unit. (Refer to page 17 for details.)

Press the SHUTTER button.

Displaying the “PICTURE” menu
(MAIN)

Press the MAIN button.

BThe individual adjustment screen will be

displayed as shown above. Press the F or G
button to switch the item.

BPress the I or H button to adjust the value or

change the setting.

BYou can adjust “PICTURE“ menu items using

selective settings or the bar scale only.

BThe screen display will be cleared when the

MENU button or the RETURN button is pressed,
or when no operation is carried out for 3 seconds.

BRefer to page 44 for details on the “PICTURE”

menu.

Displaying the “ADVANCED MENU”
(ADVANCED)

Press the ADVANCED button.

BThe individual adjustment screen will be

displayed as shown above. Press the F or G
button to switch the item.

BPress the I or H button to adjust the value.
BYou can adjust “ADVANCED MENU” items with

the bar scale only.

BThe screen display will be cleared when the

MENU button or the RETURN button is pressed,
or when no operation is carried out for 3 seconds.

BRefer to page 46 for details on the “ADVANCED

MENU”.

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CURSOR

You can select a color in the projected image, and adjust the color settings.
Press the ENTER button to display the cursor (B).

# Select the color you want to adjust with the cursor.

B Press the F, G, I and H buttons to move the cursor, and then press

the ENTER button.

B The selected color (C) and the “CURSOR” menu (A) will be displayed.

$ Adjust the items in the “CURSOR” menu.

B The color adjusted in the “CURSOR” menu (D) will be displayed.

COLOR Adjusts the deepness of the color.
TINT Adjusts the hue of the color.
BRIGHT Adjusts the brightness of the color.

% Press the ENTER button to apply the adjusted color.

B The letters PROCESSING and the progress status bar will be displayed

while the adjusted color is applied.

B The adjusted color settings will be saved in the “LOG” menu.

If you would like to continue to adjust another color after adjusting a color,
press the MENU button or the RETURN button on the remote control unit,
and then repeat the steps from step #.

NOTE:

B Refer to page 65 for the general arrangement of the “COLOR

MANAGEMENT” menu.

B You can enter the “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu from the

“ADVANCED MENU” in the “PICTURE” menu (page 46).

B When the “PICTURE MODE” menu is selected, the settings will switch

automatically to the last “PROFILE” settings that were used for the
selected picture mode.

B When retrieving a profile, “CURSOR” and “PROFILE SAVE” will not be

displayed if the picture mode being selected does not match the picture
mode which had been selected when that profile was saved. (You can
only check the color setting in the “LOG” menu.)

B “LOG” and “PROFILE SAVE” are displayed only when the colors have

been adjusted in “CURSOR” menu.

Using the Cinema Color
Management function(C.C.M)

You can adjust, save, and retrieve the settings for the selected colors of the
projected image based on the selected picture mode to suit your preference.

Press the C.C.M button.

Press the F or G button to select an item, press
the I or H button to change the settings, and
press the ENTER button for confirmation.

B The “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu will be

displayed.

PROFILE

B Retrieves the saved profile (color settings which have been adjusted).

NORMAL When projecting images according to the setting of “PICTURE

MODE” (page 33). This setting is the factory default setting.

USER1/2/3 These items are displayed only when “PROFILE SAVE” has

been carried out. Refer to page 39 for details.

A

B

˛

C

˛

D

Screen

& Press the MENU button or the RETURN button on the remote control

unit twice, and then save the adjusted color settings.

B Select the “PROFILE SAVE” menu from the “COLOR MANAGEMENT”

menu. The adjusted color settings will not be saved until you carry out
“PROFILE SAVE”.

NOTE:

B The projected image will be paused when the cursor is displayed.

Press the MENU button or the RETURN button on the remote control
unit to cancel the still image. (If the “CURSOR” menu is displayed,
press the MENU button or the RETURN button twice.)

B When there are same or similar colors in the projected image, these

colors will also be changed.

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NOTE:

B After saving the adjusted settings, the “PROFILE” setting will

automatically change to the setting saved in the “PROFILE SAVE”
menu. If you continue to adjust colors to make other profiles, change
the “PROFILE” setting to “NORMAL” manually.

B When the “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu is closed, or if the “PROFILE”

settings are changed before the adjusted color settings have been saved,
the “PROFILE SAVE” confirmation screen will be displayed. However, if
you change the input signals, the adjusted color settings will not be saved.

LOG

You can adjust the color settings again,
or delete the settings.
Press the ENTER button to display the
“LOG” menu.

CHANGE

The “CURSOR” menu (page 37 A) will
be displayed. You can adjust the color
settings again.

DELETE

The selected color setting will be deleted.
The confirmation screen will be
displayed when the ENTER button is
pressed. Select “OK” to delete the
settings.

Press the F or G button to select the
setting you want to adjust, and then
press the ENTER button to display the
selection screen.
To delete all the settings, select “ALL
DELETE”, and then press the ENTER
button. The confirmation screen will then
be displayed. Select “OK” and then
press the ENTER button. All the settings
in the “LOG” menu will be deleted, and
the “PROFILE” setting will return to
“NORMAL”.

Selected
color

Adjusted
color

PROFILE SAVE

You can save the adjusted color
settings.
Press the ENTER button to display the
“PROFILE SAVE” menu.

Press the F or G button to select the
number (“USER1/2/3”) in which you
want to save the setting, and then press
the ENTER button. The confirmation
screen will then be displayed. Select
“OK” to save the setings.

B The colors white, gray and black cannot be adjusted.
B If the same colors are adjusted separately, these colors may not be

adjusted to suit your preference.

B You can adjust a maximum of 8 colors (“POINT1-8”) for each user

(“USER1/2/3”). The cursor will not be displayed when 8 colors have
already been adjusted.

On-screen menus

Menu screens

The various settings and adjustments for this projector can be carried out by
selecting the operations from on-screen menus.
The general arrangement of these menus is shown below.

Menu screen

PICTURE menu (page 44)

When an S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal
is being input

When a YP

BPR

/PC/HDMI signal

is being input

LANGUAGE menu (page 50) OPTION menu (page 51)

B Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.

Refer to page 42 for details on how to operate the on-screen
menus.

POSITION menu (page 48)
When an S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal
is being input

When a PC signal is being input

When a YPBP

R

signal is being input

When a HDMI signal is being input

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Adjustments and settings

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Adjustments and settings

& Press the FFor GGbutton to select an

item, and then press the IIor

HH

button to adjust the value or change
the setting.

For items with selective setting or a bar
scale, the individual adjustment screen
will be displayed as shown below. Press
the F or G button to switch the item.

The value and setting indicator will turn
green when any adjustment changes
from the factory set value. For items
without any selective setting or bar
scale, press the ENTER button. The
next screen for the item will then be
displayed.

# Press the MENU button.

$ Press the FFor GGbutton to select an item

from the main menu on the left side.

% Press the ENTER button.

Projector control panel

Menu operation guide

NOTE:

B Press the MENU

button or the
RETURN button on
the remote control
unit to return to the
previous screen.

Unavailable on­screen menu items

This projector has
unadjustable items and
unusable functions
depending on the signal
being input.
When an item cannot be
adjusted or a function cannot
be used, the corresponding
on-screen menu display
does not appear, and the
item or function will not work
even if the ENTER button is
pressed.

Returning a setting to the factory default

If you press the NORMAL button on the remote control unit, you can return
settings to the factory default settings. However, the operation of this function
varies depending on which screen is being displayed.

BB

When a menu screen is being displayed

All the items on the sub-menu which is being displayed will be returned to
their factory default settings, and the value and setting indicator will
appear white.

BB

When an individual adjustment screen is being displayed

Only the item displayed will be returned to the factory default setting, and
the value and setting indicator will appear white.

NOTE:

B A triangle symbol below a bar scale

indicates the factory default setting.
Items which do not have this triangle
symbol cannot be returned to the factory
default setting. The positions of the
triangle symbols vary depending on the
type of signal being input.

The menu screen will be displayed.

The selected item will be displayed in
orange.
The sub-menu for the selected item will
be displayed on the right side.

You can select an item from the sub-menu.

Indicates the current
adjustment value

Indicates the standard
factory default setting

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Adjustments and settings

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Adjusting the picture

# Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
$ Select the “PICTURE” menu from the main menu, and then press the

ENTER button.

% Press the F or G button to select an item.
& Press the I or H button to adjust the value or change the setting. For

items with selective setting or a bar scale, the individual adjustment
screen will be displayed. Press the F or G button to switch the item.
For items without any selective setting or bar scale, press the ENTER
button. The next screen for the item will then be displayed.

When an S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal
is being input

When a YPBPR/PC/HDMI signal is
being input

PICTURE MODE

The picture mode can be selected.
Refer to page 33 for details.

CONTRAST

This adjusts the contrast of the
picture. (Adjust the “BRIGHT”
setting first if required before
adjusting the “CONTRAST” setting.)
The picture is bright: I button
The picture is dark: H button

BRIGHT

This adjusts the darker areas (black
areas) in the picture.
Black areas are too light: I button
Dark areas are too solid: H button

COLOR

(S-VIDEO/VIDEO/YPBPR/PC/HDMI
only)
The color is too deep: I button
The color is too pale: H button

TINT

(NTSC/NTSC 4.43/YPB

PR/PC/HDMI
only)
This adjusts the flesh tones in the
picture.
The flesh tones are greenish

: I

button

The flesh tones are reddish

: H

button

SHARPNESS

To soften the picture details:
I button
To sharpen the picture details:
H button

COLOR TEMP.

White areas are bluish: I button
White areas are reddish: H button

DYNAMIC IRIS

ON

The amount of light is controlled to
project the images with high
contrast.

OFF

“DYNAMIC IRIS” is disabled.

Noise Reduction (NR)

If the signal is of such poor quality
that picture interference appears,
set “NR” to “ON”. To turn off the
“NR” feature, set to “OFF”.

CINEMA REALITY

[S-VIDEO/VIDEO/525i(480i) and
625i(576i) signals for YPBPR
signals/1 125(1 080)/60i and 1
125(1 080)/50i signals for YPBPR,
HDMI and PC signals only]

ON

Set to “ON” when you would like 24
frames per second pictures (such as
movies) to project the source
faithfully.

OFF

Set to “OFF” when the projected
pictures have problems with
captions or subtitles when the
setting is “ON”.

NOTE:

B When PC signals are being

input, adjustment can be made
only when 1 125 (1 080)/60i
and 1 125 (1 080)/50i signals
are being input.

NOTE:

B When PC signals are being

input, adjustment can be made
only when 1 125 (1 080)/60i
and 1 125 (1 080)/50i signals
are being input.

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Adjustments and settings

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TV-SYSTEM

(S-VIDEO/VIDEO only)

This should normally be set to
“AUTO”. If the signal is of such poor
quality that the correct format
cannot be automatically
distinguished, change the setting
manually to the required TV system.

ADVANCED MENU

Picture settings can be adjusted in
more detail.
Press the ENTER button to display
the “ADVANCED MENU”

GAMMA HIGH/MID/LOW

These items are for adjusting the
gradation of the bright, medium and
dark scenes in the projected image
respectively.

CONTRAST R/G/B

These items are for adjusting the
color temperature of the white areas
of the projected image by changing
each level.

BRIGHT R/G/B

These items are for adjusting the
color temperature of the black areas
of the projected image by changing
each level.

COLOR MANAGEMENT

This item is for adjusting the
selected colors of the projected
image to suit your preference, and
saving the settings. Refer to page
36 for details.

MEMORY SAVE

Press the ENTER button to display
the “MEMORY SAVE” menu.

The settings adjusted in “PICTURE”
menu can be saved. Press the F or
G button to select the number
(“MEMORY 1/2/3”) in which you
want to save the setting, and then
press the ENTER button.
The confirmation screen will then be
displayed. Press the I or H button
to select “OK” and then press the
ENTER button.
The current picture setting will be
saved.

MEMORY LOAD

Press the ENTER button to display
the “MEMORY LOAD” menu.
(If any setting is not saved in the
“MEMORY SAVE” menu, the
“MEMORY LOAD” menu will not be
displayed.)
Refer to page 34 on how to retrieve
the saved settings.

SIGNAL MODE

(PC/YPBPR/HDMI only)
This displays the type of signal
which is currently being projected.
Refer to the list on page 64 for
details on each type of signal.

Projecting sRGB­compatible pictures

sRGB is an international color
reproduction standard (IEC61966-2-

1) established by the International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
If you would like the colors in sRGB­compatible pictures to be
reproduced more faithfully, make
the following settings.

# Select “PICTURE MODE” and

set it to “NATURAL”.

$ Press the MENU button or

RETURN button on the remote
control unit to display the sub­menu for the “PICTURE” menu,
and then press the NORMAL
button on the remote control
unit.

% Select “LAMP POWER” in the

“OPTION” menu and set it to
“HIGH”.

NOTE:

B When set to “AUTO”, the

projector automatically
distinguishes between
NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL60/
PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM signals.

NOTE:

B You can save up to 3 settings

for each of the 2 signal groups
described below (up to 6
settings can be saved).

S-VIDEO, VIDEO, YPBPR,
HDMI (except for VGA480
signals) and 1 125 (1 080)/60i
and 1 125 (1 080)/50i signals
from PCs

VGA480 HDMI signals and PC
[except for 1 125 (1 080)/60i
and 1 125 (1 080)/50i signals]

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Adjusting the position

# Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
$ Select the “POSITION” menu from the main menu, and then press the

ENTER button.

% Press the F or G button to select an item.
&

Press the I or H button to adjust the value or change the setting. For
items with selective setting or a bar scale, the individual adjustment screen
will be displayed. Press the F or G button to switch the item. When the
input signal is from a PC, first select “AUTO SETUP” and then press the
ENTER button to initiate automatic positioning. If the optimum setting is
not obtained when “AUTO SETUP” is carried out, adjust the other items.

When an S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal
is being input

When a YP

B

PRsignal is being input

Horizontal position
(H-POSITION)

To move the picture to the left: I button
To move the picture to the right: H button

Vertical position
(V-POSITION)

To move the picture down: I button
To move the picture up: H button

DOT CLOCK

(PC only)
Periodic striped pattern interference
(noise) may occur when a striped
pattern such as the one below is
projected. If this happens, press the
I or H button to adjust so that any
such noise is minimised.

CLOCK PHASE

(PC/YPBPR only)
Adjust the “DOT CLOCK” setting first
before carrying out this adjustment.
Press the I or H button to adjust
so that the noise level is least
noticeable.

ASPECT

The aspect ratio can be selected.
Refer to page 30 for details.

WSS

ON

When WSS (Wide Screen
Signalling) is detected from PAL or
625i(576i)

YPBPR

signals, the
aspect ratio will also be switched
automatically.

OFF

WSS will not be detected from PAL
or 625i(576i) YPBPR signals.

OVER SCAN

[525p (480p), 625p (576p),
1 125 (1 080)/60i, 1 125 (1 080)/50i,
1 125 (1 080)/24p, 750 (720)/60p
and 750 (720)/50p signals for
YPBPR and HDMI signals only]

Set to “OFF” when some letters or
parts of a projected image not visible
around the edges of the image.

KEYSTONE

When either the projector or the
screen is tilted, the keystone
distortion will affect the image. If the
projected image contains keystone
distortion, follow the procedures in
the table to correct any keystone
distortion. (Vertical keystone
distortion correction only.)

When a HDMI signal is being input

When a PC signal is being input

NOTE:

B

If signals with a dot clock
frequency of 108 MHz or higher
are being input, interference
may not be completely
eliminated when the “DOT
CLOCK” and “CLOCK PHASE”
adjustments are carried out.

B

When YPBP

R signals are being

input, “CLOCK PHASE” can be
adjusted only when 1 125
(1 080)/60i, 1 125 (1 080)/50i,
1 125 (1 080)/24p, 750
(720)/60p or 750 (720)/50p
signals are being input.

NOTE:

B

Vertical keystone distortion can
be corrected to ±30° of the angle
of tilt. However, the greater the
correction amount, the more the
picture quality will deteriorate,
and the harder it will become to
achieve a good level of focus. To
obtain the best picture quality,
set up the projector and screen
in such a way that the amount of
keystone correction required is
as minimal as possible.

B The picture size will also change

when correction of keystone
distortion is carried out.

B The ratio of length and width of

an image may become incorrect
depending on the amount of the
keystone correction.

Picture

condition

Operation

Press the H
button.

Press the I
button.

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Adjustments and settings

AUTO SETUP

(PC only)
“H-POSITION”, “V-POSITION”,
“DOT CLOCK” and “CLOCK
PHASE” are automatically adjusted
according to the input signal.

Changing the display language

# Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
$ Select the “LANGUAGE” menu from the main menu, and then press

the ENTER button.

% Press the FFor GGbutton to select a language, and then press the

ENTER button.

Option settings

OSD

ON

The signal name is displayed in the
top-right corner of the screen when
the input signal is changed.

OFF

Use this setting when you do not
want the signal name to be
displayed.

# Press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
$ Select the “OPTION” menu from the main menu, and then press the

ENTER button.

% Press the F or G button to select an item.
& Press the I or H button to change the setting.

OSD DESIGN

You can select the background for
the OSD from 3 types.

TYPE1

Transparent black

TYPE2

Solid blue

TYPE3

Transparent navy blue

OSD POSITION

You can select the position where
the OSD is displayed.

NOTE:

B The setting for “TV-SYSTEM”

will also be displayed when an
S-VIDEO/VIDEO signal is being
input.

B Keystone distortion of the on-

screen display will not be
corrected.

B Keystone distortion may remain

depending on the lens shift
adjustment.

Indicates the language which
is currently set

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Adjustments and settings

AUTO SEARCH

This should normally be set to “ON”.

ON

When the power is turned on, the
projector detects which signal is
being input, and uses that signal for
projection.

OFF

Use this setting when you do not
want the signal source to be
changed automatically when the
power is turned on.

BACK COLOR

This sets the color which is
projected onto the screen when no
signal is being input to the projector.

STARTUP LOGO

ON

The “Panasonic” logo will be
displayed when the power is turned
on.

OFF

The “Panasonic” logo will not be
displayed when the power is turned
on.

DESK/CEILING

This setting should be changed in
accordance with the projector
setting-up method.

(Refer to page 18.)

DESK

When the projector is placed on a
desk or similar.

CEILING

When the projector is suspended
from a ceiling using the ceiling
bracket (sold separately).

FRONT/REAR

This setting should be changed in
accordance with the projector
setting-up method.

(Refer to page 18.)

FRONT

When the projector is placed in front
of a screen.

REAR

When using a translucent screen.

OFF TIMER

The projector will return to standby
mode after the duration of the
period you set has passed. The
period can be set from 60 minutes
to 240 minutes in 30 minute
intervals. The remaining time will be
displayed 3 minutes before the
projector returns to standby mode.
The setting will be cancelled if set to
“OFF” before reaching the duration
of the period you set.

FAN CONTROL

Set “FAN CONTROL” to “HIGH”,
when using this projector at high
elevations (above 1 400 m) only.

LAMP POWER

This setting changes the lamp
brightness. When set to “LOW”, the
luminance of the lamp is reduced,
but the projector uses less power,
and the operating noise is also
reduced.
The “LOW” setting is recommended
for narrow rooms where a high
picture luminance is not essential or
for watching movies.

LAMP RUNTIME

This setting displays the usage time
for the lamp unit which is currently
being used. When replacing the
lamp unit, follow the instructions on
page 58, and reset “LAMP
RUNTIME” to “0”.

NOTE:

B The lamp’s operating life varies

depending on the usage
conditions (such as the “LAMP
POWER” setting and the
number of times the power is
turned on and off).

NOTE:

B “LAMP POWER” cannot be set

when no signal is being input.

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Remedy

Problem

Indicator

display

Flashing (red)

It is nearly time to
replace the lamp
unit.

Illuminated (red)

An abnormality has been detected in the lamp
circuit.

B Does “REPLACE

LAMP” appear on
the screen after
the projector is
turned on?

B This occurs when

the operation time
for the lamp unit is
nearing 2 700
hours (when
“LAMP POWER”
has been set to
“HIGH” and when
“DYNAMIC IRIS”
has been set to
“ON”). Ask your
dealer or an
Authorized
Service Center to
replace the lamp
unit.

Possible

cause

B The power may

have been turned
on straight away
after it was turned
off.

B Wait for a while

until the lamp unit
cools down before
turning the power
back on again.

B There may be an

abnormality in the
lamp circuit.

B Turn off the MAIN

POWER switch by
following the
procedure given
on page 28, and
then contact an
Authorized
Service Center.

LAMP indicator

NOTE:

B Be sure to turn off the MAIN POWER switch by following the procedure

given in “Turning off the power” on page 28 before carrying out any of
the procedures in the “Remedy” column.

B If the TEMP indicator is illuminated and the power turns off after the

procedures in the “Remedy” column have been carried out, it means an
abnormality has occurred. Please contact an Authorized Service Center
so that the necessary repairs can be made.

When the TEMP indicator and the
LAMP indicator are illuminated

There are two indicators on the control panel of the projector which give
information about the operating condition of the projector. These indicators
illuminate or flash to warn you about problems that have occurred inside the
projector, so if you notice that one of the indicators is on, turn off the power
and check the table below for the cause of the problem.

Problem

Indicator

display

The surrounding temperature or
the temperature inside the
projector has become unusually
high.

Illuminated (red)

(Lamp unit on)

B The ventilation holes may be covered.
B The ambient temperature in the place of use may be too high.
B The air filter may be blocked.

B Uncover the ventilation holes.
B Set up the projector in a place where the temperature is

between 0 °C (32 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F) and the humidity is
between 20% and 80% (with no condensation). [If you set the
“FAN CONTROL” to “HIGH” (page 53), set up the projector in a
place where the temperature is between 0 °C (32 °F) and 35 °C
(95 °F) and the humidity is between 20% and 80% (with no
condensation).]

B Turn off the MAIN POWER switch by following the procedure

on page 28, and then clean the air filter (refer to page 56).

Possible

cause

Remedy

The surrounding temperature or
the temperature inside the
projector has become
dangerously high, causing the
lamp unit to automatically shut
off.

Flashing (red)

(Lamp unit off)

TEMP indicator

LAMP indicator
TEMP indicator

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Cleaning and replacing the air filter

If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, the internal temperature of the
projector will rise, the TEMP indicator will illuminate and the projector’s
power will turn off (the TEMP indicator will flash after the power is turned off).

The air filter should be cleaned every 100 hours of use.

NOTE:

B Place the projector on top of a

soft cloth so that it will not
become scratched.

NOTE:

B Be sure to install the air filter

before using the projector. If
the projector is used without
the air filter installed, dust and
other foreign particles will be
drawn into the projector, and
malfunctions will result.

B If the dust cannot be removed

by cleaning, it is time to
replace the air filter. Please
consult your dealer.
Furthermore, if the lamp unit is
being replaced, replace the air
filter at this time also.

# Turn off the MAIN POWER

switch and disconnect the
power code plug from the wall
outlet.

Turn off the MAIN POWER switch
according to the procedure given
in “Turning off the power” on page
28 before disconnecting the
power code plug from the wall
outlet.

$ Gently turn the projector

upside down.

& Clean the air filter.

Use a vacuum cleaner to clean
off any accumulated dust.

' Install the air filter.

Air filter

% Remove the air filter.

Put your fingernails under the air
filter and pull the air filter out of
the projector.

Replacing the lamp unit

Warning

The lamp unit should only be
replaced by a qualified
technician.
When replacing the lamp, allow it
to cool for at least one hour
before handling it.

B The lamp cover gets very hot,

and touching it can cause burns.

Notes on replacing the lamp
unit

B The light generating lamp is

made of glass, so dropping it or
allowing it to hit hard objects may
cause it to burst. Be careful when
handling the lamp.

B Dispose of the removed old lamp

with the same care that would be
taken with a fluorescent light.

B A Phillips screwdriver is

necessary for removing the lamp
unit.

Lamp unit replacement
period

The lamp is a consumable product.
Even when the full life of the bulb has
not been exhausted, the brightness
of the light will gradually decline.
Therefore periodic replacement of
the lamp is necessary.
The intended lamp replacement
interval is 3 000 hours, but it is
possible that the lamp may need to
be replaced earlier due to variables
such as a particular lamp’s
characteristics, usage conditions and
the installation environment.
Early preparation for lamp
replacement is encouraged.
The lamp will automatically shut off
after approximately 10 minutes when
3 000 hours of use have been
reached because of a much greater
chance of it exploding after this time.

NOTE:

B The projector is not supplied

with a replacement lamp unit.
Please ask your dealer for
details. Lamp unit product
no.: ET-LAE900

CAUTION:

B Do not use any lamp unit other

than the one with the product
number indicated above.

NOTE:

B The usage hours explained

above are for when “LAMP
POWER” in the “OPTION”
menu has been set to “HIGH”
and when “DYNAMIC IRIS” in
the “PICTURE” menu has
been set to “ON”. When
“LAMP POWER” has been set
to “HIGH” and “DYNAMIC
IRIS” has been set to “OFF”,
the usage hours will be 2 000
hours. If “LAMP POWER” is
set to “LOW”, the brightness of
the lamp will be less and life of
the lamp can be extended.

B While 3 000 hours is the

intended replacement interval,
it is not a period of time
covered by warranty.

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, Press and hold the ENTER

button for approximately 3
seconds.

The “LAMP RUNTIME” will
change to “TIME RESET
[POWER OFF]”.

B If the MENU button or the

RETURN button on the remote
control unit is pressed, the lamp
time resetting screen will be
cancelled.

- Turn off the power.

This will reset the cumulative
usage time for the lamp unit to
zero.
Refer to page 28 for details on
how to turn off the power.

' Install the lamp unit cover, and

then use a Phillips screwdriver
to securely tighten the lamp
unit cover fixing screws.

( Insert the power cord plug into

the wall outlet and then press
the MAIN POWER switch.

) Press the POWER button so

that a picture is projected onto
the screen.

* Press the MENU button to

display the menu screen, and
then press the F or G button
to select the “OPTION” menu.

+ Press the ENTER button, and

then press the F or G button
to select “LAMP RUNTIME”.

NOTE:

B Be sure to install the lamp unit

and the lamp unit cover
securely. If they are not
securely installed, it may cause
the protection circuit to operate
so that the power cannot be
turned on.

Lamp unit replacement procedure

# Turn off the MAIN POWER

switch according to the
procedure given in “Turning off
the power” on page 28, and
then disconnect the power
cord plug from the wall outlet
and check that the area around
the lamp unit has cooled down.

$ Use a Phillips screwdriver to

turn the lamp unit cover fixing
screws at the bottom of the
projector, and then remove the
lamp unit cover.

% Use a Phillips screwdriver to

loosen the two lamp unit fixing
screws until the screws turn
freely. Then hold the handle of
the lamp unit and gently pull it
out from the projector.

& Insert the new lamp unit while

making sure that the direction
of insertion is correct, and then
use a Phillips screwdriver to
securely tighten the lamp unit
fixing screws.

When inserting the new lamp
unit, be sure to push it in at the
point A and B .

LAMP indicatorOn-screen display

Illuminates red during
image projection and
standby mode.

Displayed for 30
seconds. Pressing any
button will clear the
display.

More than 2 700 hours*

Remains displayed until
any button is pressed.

More than 3 000 hours*

NOTE:

B

If the lamp usage time has passed 3 000 hours (when “LAMP POWER” has been
set to “HIGH” and when “DYNAMIC IRIS” has been set to “ON”), the projector will
switch to standby mode after approximately 10 minutes of operation. The steps

)

to -on the next page should thus be completed within 10 minutes.

Lamp unit cover

Lamp unit cover fixing screws

Handle

Lamp unit fixing screws

A

B

*

These periods of time may become shorter according to the settings of the projector.

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Picture from
computer does
not appear.

Problem Possible cause

B The cable may be too long.
B The external video output for the laptop computer

may not be set correctly.
(You may be able to change the external output
settings by pressing the [Fn]+[F3] or [Fn]+[F10]
keys simultaneously. The actual method varies
depending on the type of computer, so refer to the
documentation provided with your computer for
further details.)

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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.

Cleaning and maintenance

Before calling for service

Before calling for service, check the following points.

Problem Possible cause

Page

Power does not
turn on.

No picture
appears.

The picture is
fuzzy.

The color is pale
or grayish.

The remote
control unit
does not
operate.

The picture does
not display
correctly.

B The power cord may not be connected.
B The MAIN POWER switch is turned off.
B The main power supply is not being supplied to the

wall outlet.

B TEMP indicator is illuminated or flashing.
B LAMP indicator is illuminated or flashing.
B The lamp unit cover has not been securely

installed.

B The video signal input source may not be

connected properly.

B The input selection setting may not be correct.
B The “BRIGHT” adjustment setting may be at the

minimum possible setting.

B The “SHUTTER” function may be in use.
B The lens cover may still be attached to the lens.

B The lens focus may not have been set correctly.
B The projector may not be at the correct distance

from the screen.

B The lens may be dirty.
B The projector may be tilted too much.

B “COLOR” or “TINT” adjustment may be incorrect.

B The input source which is connected to the

projector may not be adjusted correctly.

B The batteries may be weak.
B The batteries may not be inserted correctly.
B The remote control signal receptor on the projector

may be obstructed.

B The remote control unit may be out of the

operation range.

B The signal format (“TV-SYSTEM”) may not be set

correctly.

B There may be a problem with the video tape or

other signal source.

B A signal which is not compatible with the projector

may be being input.

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Specifications

Power supply: 100 V - 240 V ~, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption: 180 W [During standby (when fan is

stopped): Approx. 0.08 W]

Amps: 2.2 A - 1.0 A
LCD panel:

Panel size (diagonal): 0.7 type (17.78 mm)
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Display method: 3 transparent LCD panels (RGB)
Drive method: Active matrix method
Pixels: 921 600 (1 280 x 720) x 3 panels

Lens: Manual zoom (2x) / Manual focus

F 1.9 - 3.1, f 21.7 mm - 43.1 mm
Lamp: UHM lamp (130 W)
Luminosity: 1 100 lm
Scanning frequency(for RGB signals):

Horizontal scanning frequency:

30 kHz - 70 kHz

Vertical scanning frequency: 50 Hz - 87 Hz
Dot clock frequency: Less than 108 MHz

YPBPR signals: 525i (480i), 525p (480p), 625i (576i),

625p (576p), 1 125 (1 080)/60i,

1 125 (1 080)/50i, 1 125 (1 080)/24p,

750 (720)/60p, 750 (720)/50p
Color system: 7 (NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/

PAL60/SECAM)
Projection size: 1 016 mm - 5 080 mm (40˝ - 200˝)
Throw distance: 1.2 m - 12.4 m (3´11˝ - 40´8˝)
Screen aspect ratio: 16:9
Installation: Front/Rear/Ceiling/Desk (Menu selection

method)
Connectors

S-VIDEO IN: Single-line, Mini DIN 4-pin

Y: 1.0 V [p-p], C: 0.286 V [p-p], 75 Ω

VIDEO IN: Single-line, RCA pin jack

1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω

PC IN:

RGB: Single-line, D-sub HD 15-pin (female)

R.G.B.: 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω
G.SYNC: 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω
HD/SYNC: TTL high impedance, automatic

positive/negative polarity compatible

VD: TTL high impedance, automatic

positive/negative polarity compatible

COMPONENT IN:

Y, PB/CB, PR/CR Dual-line, RCA pin jack x 3
Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (Including sync), 75 Ω

PB,PR (CB,CR): 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω
HDMI IN: Single-line, 19-pin HDMI connector
SERIAL: DIN 8-pin RS-232C compatible

Cabinet: Moulded plastic (ABS/PC)
Dimensions:

Width: 335 mm (13-3/16˝)
Height: 104 mm (4-3/32˝)
Length: 270 mm (10-5/8˝) (Not including lens)

Weight: 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs.)
Operating environment:

Temperature: 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F)

[When the “FAN CONTROL” is set to “HIGH”
(page 53): 0 °C - 35 °C (32 °F - 95 °F)]

Humidity: 20% - 80% (no condensation)

Certifications: UL60950, C-UL

FCC Class B

<Remote control unit>

Power supply: 3 V DC (AA battery x2)
Operating range: Approx. 7 m (23´) (when operated directly

in front of signal receptor)

Weight: 170 g (6.0 ozs.) (including batteries)
Dimensions:

Width: 52 mm (2-1/32˝)

Length: 200 mm (7-27/32˝)

Height: 28.5 mm (1-3/32˝) (Not including the

projection parts)

<Options>

Ceiling bracket ET-PKE700
Ceiling bracket ET-PKE300
(for low ceilings)
Projection screen ET-SRW90CT
Serial adapter ET-ADSER
(DIN 8-pin/D-sub 9-pin)

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Appendix

*1 The “i” appearing after the resolution indicates an interlaced signal.
*2 The following symbols are used to indicate picture quality.

AA Maximum picture quality can be obtained.
A Signals are converted by the image processing circuit before picture

is projected.

List of compatible signals

720 x 480i 15.7 59.9 A Video/S-Video

720 x 576i 15.6 50.0 A Video/S-Video
720 x 480i 15.7 59.9 13.5 A YPBPR
720 x 576i 15.6 50.0 13.5 A YPBPR
720 x 483 31.5 59.9 27.0 A YPBPR/HDMI
720 x 576 31.3 50.0 27.0 A YPBPR/HDMI

1 920 x 1 080i 33.8 60.0 74.3 AA

YPBPR/PC/HDMI

1 920 x 1 080i 28.1 50.0 74.3 AA

YPBPR/PC/HDMI
1 920 x 1 080 27.0 24.0 74.3 AA YPBPR/HDMI
1 280 x 720 45.0 60.0 74.3 AA YPBPR/HDMI
1 280 x 720 45.0 50.0 74.3 AA YPBPR/HDMI

640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 A PC/HDMI
640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 A PC
640 x 480 43.3 85.0 36.0 A PC
640 x 480 72.1 138.0 62.3 A PC
856 x 480 30.1 60.1 31.5 A PC
800 x 600 35.2 56.3 36.0 A PC
800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0 A PC
800 x 600 48.1 72.2 50.0 A PC
800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 A PC

800 x 600 53.7 85.1 56.3 A PC
1 072 x 600 37.3 59.9 51.4 A PC
1 280 x 720 45.1 60.1 76.5 AA PC
1 024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 A PC
1 024 x 768 56.5 70.1 75.0 A PC
1 024 x 768 60.0 75.0 78.8 A PC
1 024 x 768 68.7 85.0 94.5 A PC
1 024 x 768 72.1 89.0 99.2 A PC
1 280 x 768 45.3 56.5 76.2 A PC
1 152 x 864 64.0 71.2 94.2 A PC
1 152 x 864 67.5 74.9 108.0 A PC
1 280 x 1 024 64.0 60.0 108.0 A PC
1 360 x 768 48.8 59.8 73.8 A PC

Display

resolution

(dots)*

1

Scanning

frequency

H

(kHz)V (Hz)

Dot clock

frequency

(MHz)

Picture

quality*

2

NTSC/NTSC4.43/

PAL-M/PAL60

PAL/PAL-N/SECAM

525i (480i)

625i (576i)
525p (480p)
625p (576p)

1 125 (1 080)/60i
1 125 (1 080)/50i

1 125 (1 080)/24p

750 (720)/60p
750 (720)/50p

VGA480

WIDE480

SVGA

WIDE600
WIDE720

XGA

WIDE768

MXGA

SXGA

WIDE768-2

FormatMode

General arrangement of the “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu

ENTER button

MENU or RETURN button

Screen

Screen

Press the C.C.M button.

“CANCEL”

“CANCEL”

“CURSOR”

“COLOR MANAGEMENT”

“CHANGE”“DELETE”

“LOG”

“PROFILE SAVE”

“PROFILE”

If “OK” is selected, the screen
display will return to “COLOR
MANAGEMENT”.

If “OK” is selected, the
screen display will return to
“LOG” when any “POINT”
is remaining. When all of
the “POINT” items are
deleted, the screen display
will return to “COLOR
MANAGEMENT”.

Adjusting Saving

Readjusting and deleting

Select “COLOR MANAGEMENT”
from the “ADVANCED MENU”.

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Using the SERIAL connector

The serial connector which is on the connector panel of the projector
conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be
controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector.

Connection

Pin assignments and signal
names

Basic format

The data sent from the computer to
the projector is transmitted in the
format shown below.

Pin

No.

Communications settings

Signal

name

Contents

1

2

6

8

53

%

RXD Received data

&

GND Earth

'

TXD Transmitted data

#
$

Connected internally

(
)
*

DIN 8-pin

Appearance

Signal level RS-232C

AsynchronousSync. method
Baud rate
Parity

9 600 bps

None
Character length 8 bits
Stop bit 1 bit
X parameter None
S parameter None

STX Command:Parameter ETX

Start byte
(02h)

3 bytes

1 byte

1 byte-4 bytes

End byte

(03h)

DIN 8-pin (male)

Serial adapter
(ET-ADSER : sold
separately)

SERIAL(female)

Computer

NOTE:

B The projector can not receive

the command for 10 seconds
after the lamp is switched on.
Wait 10 seconds before sending
the command.

B If sending multiple commands,

check that a response has been
received from the projector for
one command before sending
the next command.

B When a command which does

not require parameters is sent,
the colon (:) is not required.

B If an incorrect command is sent

from the personal computer, the
“ER401” command will be sent
from the projector to the
personal computer.

NC
NC

Control commands

Command Control contents Remarks

In standby mode, all commands other than
the PON command are ignored.
B The PON command is ignored during

lamp ON control.

B If a PON command is received while the

cooling fan is operating after the lamp
has switched off, the lamp is not turned
back on again straight away, in order to
protect the lamp.

Power ONPON

Power OFFPOF

Input signal
selection

IIS

Parameter
VID=VIDEO SVD=S-VIDEO
RG1=PC YUV=YPBPR1
HDM=HDMI CP1=YPBPR1
CP2=YP

BPR2

Shutter functionOSH

Use this command to momentarily turn off
the picture.
Operation will be switched between ON and
OFF each time the command is sent. Do
not switch operation ON and OFF after only
short periods of time.

Freeze functionOFZ

The picture being projected will be paused.
Parameter
0=OFF 1=ON

F, G, I and H
buttons

OCU
OCD

OCL

OCR

OCU= F button
OCD= G button
OCL= I button
OCR= H button

Menu screenOMN The menu screen will be displayed.

ENTEROEN

Use this command to accept and to activate
items selected in the on-screen menus.

RETURNOBK

Use this command to return to a previous
menu screen or to clear the menu screen.

MAINOVM

Use this command to display an item in the
“PICTURE” menu. (page 35)

Aspect ratio
selection

VS1

The aspect ratio will be switched each time
the command is sent. (page 30)

NOTE:

B You must use only RS-232C

Serial Interface Cable with
ferrite core, type ET-ADSER.

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Dimensions

<Units: mm (inch)>

Projection dimensions calculation methods

Dimensions such as projection distances can be calculated from the screen
diagonal length. (Units for calculations: m)

SD

SW

16:9

LW/LT

SH

Screen Width: SW=SDx0.872
Screen Height: SH=SDx0.490
Minimum Projection Distance: LW=1.2244xSD-0.056
Maximum Projection Distance: LT=2.4449xSD-0.056
*The values obtained from the formulas above are approximate.

Cable specifications

(When connected to a personal computer)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

7

8

3

5

2

6

1

4

9

At the projector

At the computer

(DTE specifications)

Command Inquiry contents Parameter

000=OFF 001=ON

VID=VIDEO SVD=S-VIDEO
RG1=PC YUV=YPBPR1
HDM=HDMI CP1=YP

BPR

1

CP2=YP

BPR2

Power conditionQPW

Input signal QIN

Picture modeQPM

NAT=NATURAL NOR=NORMAL
DYN=DYNAMIC CN1=CINEMA1
CN2=CINEMA2 CN3=CINEMA3
VID=VIDEO
(Refer to page 33 for details.)

Shutter functionQSH 0=OFF 1=ON
Freeze functionQFZ 0=OFF 1=ON

Inquiry commands

54 (2-1/8˝)

335 (13-3/16˝)

82.9 (3-1/4˝)

84 (3-9/32˝)

104 (4-3/32˝)

95

255 (10-1/32˝)

270 (10-5/8˝)

Returning to the
default setting

OST

Use this command to return the setting to
the factory default. (page 43)

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Command Control contents Remarks

Picture mode
selection

VPM

Parameter
NAT=NATURAL NOR=NORMAL
DYN=DYNAMIC CN1=CINEMA1
CN2=CINEMA2 CN3=CINEMA3
VID=VIDEO
(Refer to page 33 for details.)

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These Operating Instructions are printed on recycled paper.

Trademark acknowledgements

B VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines

Corporation.

B S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards

Association.

B HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

B The font used in the on-screen displays is a Ricoh bitmap font, which is

manufactured and sold by Ricoh Company, Ltd.

All other trademarks are the property of the various trademark owners.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European
Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.