
PT-LB20U
Micro Portable XGA LCD Projector
Presentations in Light
2000lm
XGA
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Daylight View technology
- Image performance rivaling 3,000-lumen projectors*
ivid colors in a bright room
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- Auto operation with ambient light sensor
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Quick operation
- 2-second speed start
- One-touch auto setup with digital
keystone correction
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Portability
- Compact notebook-size body
- Ultra-lightweight: 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)
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*1 In comparison with our product
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Daylight View Technology
any people want to use spe-
cial colors and designs in
their presentations,
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projected onto the screen in a lighted
room.
As a result, the presenta-
tion is visually
boring and looks
just like their
competitor’s.
solves this prob-
lem with our
micro-portable pro-
jector featuring
innovative Daylight
View technology. The
PT-LB20U greatly
improves image per-
formance in brightly lit
places. In fact, the
2,000-lumen brightness
of the PT-LB20U achieves a level of image
performance that equals man
lumen projectors.
colors change when they’re
So they just use plain, basic colors.
Panasonic
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but these
y 3,000-
Image P
3,000-Lumen Projectors
Daylight View technology significantly improves
image performance. Our new 2,000-lumen projectors have attained a level of image performance that equals or exceeds that of our previous
3,000-lumen models
in brightly lit environments.*
erformance rivaling
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Colors
turn
whitish
The Panasonic
PT-LB20U with
Daylight View
ivid colors in a Bright Room
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Panasonic designed and adjusted its projector
image display based on use in a well-lit room in
developing Daylight View technology. This technology greatly improves color perception in bright
rooms. Pale colors are divided into six basic color
components (red, green, blue, yellow, cyan and
magenta) for more precise control. Daylight View
achieves a superb level of image performance
that produces less of a difference
between PC displa
ed images.
Auto Operation with Ambient
Light Sensor
The top panel of the unit is equipped
with an ambient light sensor (
The ALS detects changes in the
ambient light intensity and optimizes
color compensation in four steps
according to the environment. The
Daylight View mode also provides
white balance adjustment settings
for both fluorescent and incandes-
cent lamps to match the room
lighting.
y images and project-
ALS).
Conventional
2,000-lumen
projectors
Daylight View technology
enables Panasonic projectors to
achieve the same image per-
formance as projectors a class above
while consuming less power. This
them,
helps to save energ
would otherwise be wasted.
y resources that
The Daylight View Process
Ambient Light
Sensor (
Daylight View
Circuit
LCD P
Projector
Controls on the top
ALS)
anels

Quick Operation Portability More Valuable Features
2-Second Speed Start
Speed Start slashes the time it takes to get your
presentation under way. The image appears within two seconds after you press the power button.
Behind this breakthrough is Panasonic’s high-precision lamp and lamp power supply—an
advantage made possible by our
advanced production technology.
ouch Auto Setup with
One-T
Digital Keystone Correction
This function assures quick and easy
setup. The projector handles the basic
image adjustments, from phasing to
vertical and horizontal position. The built-in gravity sensor detects the projector’s angle relative to
the floor and corrects for vertical keystone distortion accordingly.
Direct Power Off
When the presentation is completed, Direct Power
Off lets you disconnect the power cable and move
the projector right away*
3
because the cooling fan
keeps operating until the lamp is cooled.
Notebook-Size Compact Body
PT-LB20U is 11-11/16˝ wide by 8-1/4˝ deep—
about the size of a sheet of paper—and only
11-11/16˝ (297 mm)
2-9/16˝
(65 mm)
8-1/4˝
(210 mm)
2-9/16˝ high. It slips easily into a bag or briefcase. The compact size makes the PT-LB20U
highly mobile and minimizes the space required
for presentations or storage.
Ultra-Lightweight: 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)
At only 4.6 lbs, PT-LB20U won’t weigh you
down — even when you’re toting along a notebook PC as well. Convenient size and weight are
just two reasons why the PT-LB20U is the logical
choice for mobile presentations.
• Short-throw zoom lens
• Anti-theft features: User password, control panel
lock and text superimposing
• Projector AI
• Index Window
• Auto power off
• Two RGB inputs
• RGB 2 IN can be switched to RGB 1 OUT for
loop-through monitoring
• Auto Search
•
Automatic input signal detector
• HDTV compatibility
• Full compatibility with sRGB color space for
accurate color reproduction (in natural mode)
• Picture mode selection (standard/dynamic/ natural)
• Blackboard mode allows you to project images
onto an ordinary classroom or conference room
blackboard
• 3x digital zoom
• Freeze
• Shutter function for image/sound muting
• Selectable 17-language on-screen menu
(English, French, German, Spanish, Italian,
Korean, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Swedish,
Norwegian, Danish, Portuguese, Polish,
Hungarian, Czech, Thai)
• Discrete S-Video and video inputs allow connection of two DVD/video sources at a time
• Ceiling mountable (option)
• Lamp power high/low selection
• Temperature warning indication
• Lamp replacement warning indication
y-Conscious Design
Ecolog
anasonic meticulously works to minimize environmental impact in the prod-
P
uct design, production and delivery processes, and in the performance of the
product itself over its life cycle. The PT-LB20U reflects the following ecological
considerations.
• Lead-free solder is used to mount components to the printed circuit boards.
•
No halogenated flame retardants are used in the cabinet.
• No styrofoam is used in the packing materials.
Lead-free glass is used for the lens.
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The packing case and operating manual are made from rec
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led paper.
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Optional ceiling
mount bracket:
-PKB30
ET
1 In comparison with our product, under room lighting condi-
*
tions of 400 lux, when projecting an 80-inch image (measured diagonally)
2 The Daylight View effect may vary depending on screen size,
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screen gain, and surrounding brightness.
3 The projector cannot be placed into a bag until the
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an stops operating.
cooling f

81.2
3-3/16˝
297
11-11/16˝
210
8-1/4˝
73
2-27/32˝
65
2-9/16˝
41.8
1-5/8˝
–
1.2 m /
1.5 m /
1.8 m /
2.1 m /
2.4 m /
2.7 m /
3.0 m /
3.6 m /
4.5 m /
6.0 m /
7.5 m /
9.0 m /
Diagonal image size
(4:3 aspect ratio)
Distance to screen Height from the
edge of screen
to center of lens
min. max.
33˝
40˝
50˝
60˝
70˝
80˝
90˝
100˝
120˝
150˝
200˝
250˝
300˝
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3.9´
4.9´
5.9´
6.9´
7.9´
8.9´
9.8´
12.5´
14.8´
19.7´
24.6´
29.5´
1.1 m /
1.4 m /
1.7 m /
2.1 m /
2.4 m /
2.8 m /
3.2 m /
3.5 m /
4.2 m /
5.3 m /
7.1 m /
8.9 m /
10.7 m /
3.6´
4.6´
5.6´
6.9´
7.9´
9.2´
10.5´
11.5´
13.8´
17.4´
23.3´
29.2´
35.1´
8 cm /
9 cm /
11 cm /
14 cm /
16 cm /
18 cm /
20 cm /
22 cm /
26 cm /
33 cm /
44 cm /
55 cm /
66 cm /
3.1˝
3.5˝
4.3˝
5.5˝
6.3˝
7.1˝
7.9˝
8.7˝
10.2˝
13.0˝
17.3˝
21.7˝
26.0˝
0.84 m
1.02 m
1.27 m
1.52 m
1.78 m
2.03 m
2.29 m
2.54 m
3.05 m
3.81 m
5.08 m
6.35 m
7.62 m
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2.7´
3.3´
4.2´
4.9´
5.8´
6.7´
7.5´
8.3´
10.0´
12.5´
16.7´
20.8´
25.0´
Weights and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This product
may be subject to export control regulations. UHM is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. VGA and
XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Windows and PowerPoint are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks
are the property of their respective trademark owners. Projection images simulated.
Please contact Panasonic or your dealer for a demonstration.
Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company
Presentation Systems Group
1 888 843 9788
www.panasonic.com/projectors
Headquarters
1 Panasonic Way, 4E-7
Secaucus, NJ 07094
201 348 5300
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L4W 2T3
905 624 5010
Rear View
Specifications
Power supply
Power consumption
Amps
LCD panel
Panel size
Display method
Drive method
Pixels
Pixel configuration
Lens
Lamp
Colors
Brightness
Uniformity
Contrast
Scanning frequency
RGB
BPR
YP
S-Video/Video
Projection size
Throw distance
Optical axis shift
Keystone correction range
On-screen menu
Installation
Built-in speakers
Terminals
RGB1 IN
RGB signal
100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
220 W (Approx. 4 W in standby mode
with fan stopped)
2.5 A–1.3 A
4:3 aspect ratio, micro lens array
0.7˝ (17.78 mm) diagonal
Transparent LCD panel (x 3, R/G/B)
Active matrix
786,432 (1,024 x 768) x 3,
total of 2,359,296 pixels
Stripe
Manual zoom (1:1–1:1.2), manual
focus, F 1.7–1.9, f 21.5–25.8 mm
155 W UHM™ lamp
Full color (16,777,216 colors)
2,000 lumens
90%
400:1*
Horizontal: 15–91 kHz,
Vertical: 50–85 Hz
480i (525i): f
576i (625i): f
480p (525p): f
576p (625p): f
720p (750p): f
1080i (1125i): f
1080i (1125i): f
NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL60:
H 15.75 kHz; fV 60 Hz
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PAL,SECAM, PAL-N:
H 15.63 kHz; fV 50 Hz
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33–300 inches/838–7,620 mm
diagonally
3´7˝–35´1˝ (1.1 m–10.7 m)
6:1 (fixed)
Vertical: approx. ±30°
17 languages: English, French,
German, Spanish, Italian, Korean,
Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Swedish,
Norwegian, Danish, Portuguese, Polish,
Hungarian, Czech, Thai
Front/rear ceiling/desk
(menu selection)
1.0 W (monaural) output power
D-sub HD 15-pin x 1
R, G, B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Sync on
green: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms
HD/SYNC, VD: TTL (positive/negative
polarity compatible)
1
(full on/full off)
H 15.75 kHz; fV 60 Hz
H 15.63 kHz; fV 50 Hz
H 31.5 kHz; fV 60 Hz
H 31.25 kHz; fV 50 Hz
H 45 kHz; fV 60 Hz
H 33.75 kHz; fV 60 Hz
H 28.125 kHz; fV 50 Hz
YPBPR signal
RGB2 IN/RGB1 OUT
Y: 1.0 Vp-p (including sync signal),
75 ohms; P
B, PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
D-sub HD 15-pin x 1 (input/output
selectable using on-screen menu)
RGB signal
R, G, B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Sync on
green: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms
HD/SYNC, VD: TTL (positive/negative
BPR signal
YP
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
polarity compatible)
Y: 1.0 Vp-p (including sync signal),
75 ohms; P
RCA pin x 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms
B, PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Mini DIN 4-pin x 1,
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms
AUDIO IN
RCA (L, R) x 1, 0.5 Vrms (for RGB/
VIDEO/S-VIDEO)
SERIAL
Power cord length
Cabinet material
Mini DIN 8-pin x 1 (RS-232C)
6´7˝ (2 m)
Molded material (ABS/PC)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
11-11/16˝ x 2-9/16˝ x 8-1/4˝
(297 x 65 x 210 mm)*
Weight
Operating environment
Temperature
Humidity
Remote Control Unit
Power supply
Operation range
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.6 lbs. (2.1 kg)
32°–104°F (0°–40°C)
20%–80% (no condensation)
3 V DC (button battery x 1)
3
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Approx. 7 m (23 feet) when operated
from directly in front of the signal
receptor
1-9/16˝ x 3-3/8˝ x 1/4˝
Weight
(40 x 86 x 6.5 mm)
0.6 oz. (18 g) (including a battery)
Supplied Accessories
• Card remote control
• Lithium battery for remote control
• Power cord
• RGB signal cable
• Carrying bag
Optional Accessories
ET-LAB10 Replacement lamp unit
ET-PKB30 Ceiling mount bracket
ET-RM300 Full-function wireless remote control
ET-ADSER Serial adapter (DIN 8-pin/D-sub 9-pin)
*1: In AI mode.
*2: Height including protruding parts and legs: 2-27/32˝ (73 mm).
*3: Operation range differs depending on the environment.
Dimensions
Unit: mm /inch
Projection Distance
2
N O TES ON USE
• The projector uses a high-voltage mercur y lamp that contains high
internal pressure. This lamp may break, emitting a large sound, or fail
to illuminate, 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.
• The brightness of the lamp will gradually decrease with use.
• The lamp, LCD panel, polarizing plate, and polarizing beam splitter
(PBS) are consumable parts. These parts may need to be replaced during the guarantee period if the projector is used for six or more hours
per day.
• The replacement cycle of the LCD panel, polarizing plate, and polarizing
beam splitter (PBS) will be shortened if the projector is subjected to
continuous use for six or more hours. Likewise, the replacement cycle
of the lamp will be shortened if the power is frequently turned on and
off or the projector is subjected to continuous use for 10 or more hours.
PT-LB20U1-05MAR12K Printed in Japan.