Panasonic PT-AE1000U - LCD Projector - HD 1080p User manual

Full High Definition
Home Cinema Projector
PT-AE1000U
Full 1080p High Definition.
Professional Quality.

2

3
Full HD Hollywood Quality
Beginning with the PT-AE100U in 2001,
Panasonic has led the industry in develop-
ing advanced projectors that bring large-
screen, cinema-level viewing enjoyment
right into the home.
Our Hollywood tun-
ing process, which
was developed in
collaboration with
leading Hollywood
colorists and direc-
tors of photography,
produces images
that are exceptionally faithful to the direc-
tor’s artistic vision and intent. Panasonic
made Hollywood tuning available to home
consumers in 2003 with the PT-AE500U,
which provided unmatched image quality
when viewing movies.
Now Panasonic is bringing image quality
to even greater heights by offering full HD.
The new PT-AE1000U is a full-HD compat-
ible home cinema projector that achieves
aremarkable 11,000:1 contrast ratio—best
in its class*1.Developed with the quality
and precision that
are needed to allow
use by Hollywood
professionals in the
moviemaking
process, the
PT-AE1000U features
three LCD panels
that display beautiful 1,080p high-defini-
tion pictures in remarkable detail.
With the new PT-AE1000U, Panasonic
gives you the ultimate cinema experience
at home.
PT-AE1000U
Full High Definition Home Cinema Projector
PT-AE500U PT-AE700U PT-AE900U
*1When the dynamic iris is on. LCD projectors with 1,000-lumen brightness
or higher, as of September 14, 2006.

4
Full HD Optics
Aspherical lens Large-diameter aspherical glass lens
ED lens ED lens

5
HD Compatible Lens System and
New Optical Engine
The lens system plays a key role in getting the
best images possible from full-HD video sources.
To assure outstanding quality in the new PT-
AE1000U, Panasonic developed a full-HD-com-
patible lens unit comprising 16 lens elements in
12 groups, including twolarge-diameter aspheri-
cal lenses and twohigh-performance ED (extra-
low dispersion) lenses. We also developed a
“Clear Prism” toprocessthe three primary col-
ors (red, green and blue) that create the image.
By controlling the diffused reflection within the
projector, the Clear Prism reduces the chromatic
aberrations that can
cause color deviation.
The result is a sharp,
high-contrast image
all the way tothe
edges. This sophisti-
cated new lens sys-
tem contributes tothe
PT-AE1000U’s
remarkable 11,000:1
contrast ratio.
Next-Generation Full-HD LCD Panels
The PT-AE1000U is equipped with next-genera-
tion full-HD LCD panels*2.With their native 1,920
x1,080 resolution, these panels are ideal for
reproducing beautiful full-HD images. The panels
use inorganic, vertically aligned liquid crystal
molecules. When no voltage is applied, the mol-
ecules arealigned per-
pendicular tothe glass
substrate, so there is no
light leakage and the
substrate remains black
(called normally black
operation).
Dynamic Iris
The Dynamic Iris helps provide the deeper, rich-
er blacks you need for true-to-life images. This
system works by analyzing histograms to deter-
mine the brightness level of each image, then
adjusting the lamp power, iris and gamma
curve*3accordingly tocreate the ideal image.
The adjustments are made 60 times every sec-
ond. In the PT-AE1000U we used a new algo-
rithm that further improves response and stabili-
ty. It helps the projector achieve a wide dynamic
range, with beautiful display of both dark and
bright scenes.
New Optical System Helps Deliver
11,000:1 Contrast—Best in its Class*1
Newly developed full HD lens
Clear Prism
PT-AE1000U
Dark scene with iris closed
Bright scene with iris opened
Without the Dynamic Iris
PT-AE1000U Without the Dynamic Iris
*2C2FINE™ 1920 x 1080 panels.
*3Parameters for adjusting the output brightness gradation level
according to the input signal.
Full high definition LCD panel
High definition LCD panel
720
1,080
1,280
1,920
Large-diameter
aspherical glass lens

6
HD Hollywood Tuning
Technology that Captures the Artistry of a Top Hollywood colorist
Panasonic worked with leading Hollywood colorist David Bernstein and photogra-
phy directors to achieve the most accurate image reproduction possible. This col-
laboration resulted in new integrated circuitry and core image optimizers that help
the PT-AE1000U deliver true “Hollywood picture quality”— images that faithfully
convey the director’s artistic intent.
Panasonic Hollywood Laboratory (PHL)—Where Hollywood picture quality begins
For the past decade, PHL has conducted research into digital cinema, DVD video com-
pression, and digital conversion of film stock. Now it is work-
ing to create standards for next-generation optical media using
Blu-ray Disc and projection technologybased on HD image
compression. PHL’s close relations with leading Hollywood stu-
dio technicians, directors, cinematographers and colorists
played a key role in developing the PT-AE1000U.
Made by Panasonic, Tuned by Hollywood
David Bernstein is a top Hollywood colorist whose expertise is evident in the telecine*
process for numerous successful films. *Telecine process: How film is transferred to video.

“Pure Color Filter Pro” for Professional-
Level Color Reproduction
We equipped the
PT-AE1000U with a spe-
cially developed optical
filter that optimizes the
light from the UHM pro-
jector lamp, helping to
achievedeeper blacks
while improving purity
levels in the three prima-
ry colors (red, green and
blue) that compose the
image. It combines with
our multilayered vacuum
plating technology to cre-
ate what we call the
PureColor Filter Pro.
This advanced filter system improves color purity
to such an extent that the color gamut is
expanded nearlyto the level specified in the
Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI)*4. Toviewersat
home, this means you see the kind of bright,
vibrant colors and deep, rich blacks that make
for great entertainment.
“Smooth Screen” Technology for Deep, Film-
Like Images
Smooth Screen is a Panasonic technology that
uses crystal double refraction to arrange pixels
on a screen without gaps between them. This
reduces the black-line “chicken wire effect”
between pixels that mars picture quality, giving
you the kind of smooth images you see in a
movie theatre. It also protects colors from the
chicken wire effect, so the image appears deep-
er and more three-dimensional.
“Cinema Works Pro”—The Heart of Image
Processing
The PT-AE1000U introduces Panasonic’spower-
ful new digital image processing engine. Called
Cinema Works Pro, this system unleashes all
the beauty from full-HD sources. It helps provide
outstanding image quality from other sources
as well.
•14-Bit Digital Processing Circuit:The
PT-AE1000U handles up to 14-bit digital image
processing. Providing 16,384 gradations, this cir-
cuit helps faithfully reproduce even subtle hues
and brightness variations, making it possible to
see even very fine textures in an image. The
PT-AE1000U especially stands out in reproducing
dark scenes, achieving the high realism
demanded by movie-industry professionals.
•New Scaling LSI:The PT-AE1000U converts
pixels (a process called scaling) according to the
characteristics of the on-screen image and adja-
cent pixels. This not only improves image sharp-
nessand reduces noise, it also helps create
beautifully enlarged images from 480p sources,
so you enjoy superb picture quality when viewing
DVDs from your home collection.
•MPEG Noise Reduction:This system detects
the amount of change in the input signal from
one scene tothe next and calculates the amount
of noise to removeaccordingly, minimizing both
block noise and mosquito noise.
•Progressive Cinema Scan (3/2 Pulldown)
and HD IP:It automatically detects when the
input signal is derived from filmed material. HD
IP enables the PT-AE1000U to convert signals
recorded at a higher quality than was possible
with conventional models.
•Dynamic Sharpness Control:Conventional pro-
jectors emphasize sharpness without regard for
brightnessdifferences. This can cause a halo or
ring effect around object edges, reducing their
three-dimensionality.Dynamic Sharpness Control
sharpens onlythe pixels in the image areas
where there is a small change in brightness
level. This greatly reduces noise amplification
and delivers clear, natural-looking images.
Seven Preset Picture Modes
The PT-AE1000U has seven preset picture
modes, making it easy for you toenjoy optimal
viewing quality from a variety of image sources.
Choose whichever mode provides the picture
characteristics best suited to the source material.
Cinema 1 Asoft, smooth picture ideal for movies. Created under the
supervision of David Bernstein, a leading Hollywood colorist.
Cinema 2 Emphasizes deeper,richer colors. Suitable for older film
classics.
Color 1 Asetting that supports the 6,500K*5color temperature rec-
ommended in the HDTV standard (ITU-R BT.709)
Color 2 Asetting that supports the 6,300K*5color temperature rec-
ommended in the Digital Cinema Distribution Master (DCDM)
standard.
Cinema 3 Designed for clear, sharp reproduction of dynamic scenes.
Suitable for action films, cartoons and animation.
Normal Ageneral setting suitable for use with most image sources.
Dynamic Specially designed for when you're viewing in a brightly lit
room.
7
x
yPT-AE1000U
PT-AE900U
DCI
“Pure Color Filter Pro” Delivers Vivid Colors and Rich Blacks
“Cinema Works Pro” Helps Bring Out the Best in HD
*4 A consortium formed by seven major Hollywood studios to establish a standard architecture for digital cinema systems.
*5 Applies when all settings are in their initial positions.
14-bit processing
10-bit processing
Cinema Works Pro circuitry
Wide Color Gamut
Conventional “chicken
wire” effect
PT-AE1000U: Smooth,
theater-like images
(PCF)
(PCF)
(PCF)
(PCF)
(PCF): With Pure Color Filter Pro on.

8
Professional-Level Features

Waveform Monitor
The PT-AE1000U gives home consumers a pro-
jector with the kind of waveform monitor used in
equipment for professionals. This function dis-
plays waveforms to show how the PT-AE1000U
has adjusted the images of the input signals
sent from the source device. In cases where the
output level of the source device fluctuates, you
can viewthe waveform on the screen and adjust
the image brightness and contrast to match
standard levels. In cases where the characteris-
tics of the output signal from the source device
are distorted, viewing the waveform can make it
easier for you to adjust the picture so it looks
just the way the director intended.
Cinema Color Management (CCM)
This is an innovative color correction system that
enables free control of colors with CCM technol-
ogy. You can adjust one color without affecting
the neighboring colors. This makes it easier to
achievejustthe right color equalization in hue,
luminance and saturation.
User Equalizing Function
Incorporating Cinema Color Management tech-
nology, the PT-AE1000U has a user equalizing
function that lets you decide precisely how
images look on your screen. In each of the
seven preset picturemodes, the high, mid, and
low gamma levels are adjustable. The PT-
AE1000U features a broader adjustment range
than earlier models and control screens that are
more legibleand easy touse. This makes cus-
tomizing the picture fun and provides profession-
al results. You can even store up to three sets of
adjustment settings in memory for use any time.
Built-In Test Pattern
For quick and easy
adjustment of zoom and
focus, two test patterns
arebuilt-in.
9
The Same Imaging Technologies Found in Professional Equipment
Adjustment Functions that Put You in Control of the Picture
Waveform Monitor
Color before adjustment
Cursor
Cinema Color Management
Adjusted color
You can easily achieve standard black and
white levels while monitoring the lumi-
nance signal component on the screen.
You can also monitor the exact signal component thatyou
want—for the full screen or for any desired horizontal line.
You can display the luminance (Y), red (R), green (G), or
blue (B) component for the full screen, or for a single line.
And you can adjust the levels for the full screen.
Before compensation
Red component for the full screen
Green component for the full screen
Blue component for the full screen
After compensation
The luminance level can be
displayed on the screen.

10
Beauty in Design

11
AStylish Lens-Centered Design
The PT-AE1000U features a symmetrical design
with a centered lens and a high-grade finish that
suggests quality. Also available is an optional
cable cover (ET-PCE1000) that gives the projec-
tor a square shape while neatly concealing the
connection cables.
2x Optical Power Zoom and
Power Focus
A2x optical power zoom/focus lens and a lens
shift function together makeit possible topro-
ject a 120-inch picture from as close as 11´10˝
(3.6 m) to the screen or as far as 23´7˝ (7.2 m)
away.This gives you outstanding setup flexibility.
If you choose to ceiling-mount the projector, you
can zoom and focus by remote control.
Wide Lens Shift Range
The PT-AE1000U lens has a much wider shift
range than previous models. Horizontally, it can
shift the image in a range equal to about 40% of
the screen width. Vertically it can shift the image
up to about 100% of the screen height. If you
ceiling-mount the projector, the expanded verti-
cal shift range lets you position the unit closer
to the ceiling. Compared to pole mounting, a
ceiling mount can give the room a more attrac-
tive look. To shift the lens, simply turn the dials
which are secured in place by worm gears.
The dial has minimal play and allows precise
adjustment, and oncethe lens is adjusted, it
stays that way.
Quiet Operation
We reduced fan noise all the way down to 22 dB
(in Economy lamp mode) by improving the effi-
ciency of the cooling system. The PT-AE1000U’s
whisper-quiet operation means there’snothing to
keep you from enjoying all the beauty of the
large-screen HD images.
Learning Remote Control
The PT-AE1000U comes with a
universal “learning” remote con-
trol unit that you can use to con-
trol your DVD player, AV amplifi-
er, motorized projector screen or
other components. A backlit LCD
panel makes the remoteeasy to
find and use even when you’ve
turned the lights low for a home
theater effect.
On-Screen Input Guidance
Agraphic display on the screen shows which
terminals have been selected for sources. An
indicator blinks to alert you if you've selected a
terminal that has no device connected to it.
Variety of Input Ports
The PT-AE1000U has two component inputs. In
addition to video, S-video and computer (RGB)
terminals, the projector is equipped with two
HDMI ports and an RS232C serial port.
Easy Maintenance
For easier maintenance, you can replace the fil-
ter from the side and the lamp from the top.
The dust filter and lamp are easily replaced even
after the PT-AE1000U is installed on the ceiling.
AQuality Look to Match the Quality Performance
Flexible Installation, Easy Maintenance
Optional cable cover
Screen
(120˝ diagonal)
7.2 m /23´7˝
3.6 m /11´10˝
Standard position
Shift range
Projection size
100%
100%
40%40%
Projection
size

Specifications
Power supply
Power consumption
Amps
LCD panel*1
Panel size
Aspect ratio
Display method
Drive method
Pixels
Lens
Lamp*2
Brightness
Contrast
Centre-to-corner uniformity ratio
Colors
Projection size
Throw distance
Screen aspect ratio
Scanning frequency for RGB
YPBPRsignal compatibility
100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
240 W (Approx. 0.08 W in standby
mode with fan stopped)
2.8 A–1.2 A
0.74˝ (17.78 mm) diagonally
16:9 aspect ratio
Transparent LCD panel (x 3, R/G/B)
Active matrix
2,073,600 (1,920 x 1,080) x 3, total of
6,220,800 pixels
Powered zoom (2x)/powered focus,
F1.9 - 3.2, f 22.4 mm–44.8 mm
165 W UHM™ lamp
1,100 lumens*3
11,000:1*3(full on/full off)
85%
Full color (1,073,741,824 colors)
1,016–5,080 mm (40–200 inches)
diagonally, 16:9 aspect ratio
1.2 m–12.0 m (3´11˝–39´4˝)
16:9 (4:3 compatible)
Horizontal: 30–70 kHz,
Vertical: 50–87 Hz
Dot clock: 150 MHz or less
525i (480i), 525p (480p), 625i (576i),
625p (576p), 750 (720)/50p,
750 (720)/60p, 1,125 (1,080)/24p,
1,125 (1,080)/50i, 1,125 (1,080)/50p,
1,125 (1,080)/60i, 1,125 (1,080)/60p
Color system
Optical axis shift*4
Keystone correction range
Installation
OSD languages
Terminals
HDMI IN
PC (RGB) IN
COMPONENT IN
S-VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
SERIAL
Power cord length
Cabinet material
Dimensions*5
(W x H x D)
Weight
Operating environment
PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL 60, SECAM,
NTSC, NTSC 4.43,
Horizontal ±40% and vertical ±100%
Vertical: approx. ±30°
Ceiling/desk, front/rear
(menu selection)
English, French, German, Spanish,
Italian, Chinese, Korean, Russian,
Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Polish,
Czech, Hungarian, Portuguese, Thai
19-pin HDMI connector x 2
D-sub HD 15-pin (female) x 1
R,G, B: 0.7 Vp-p (1.0 Vp-p for Sync on
G), 75 ohms
HD/SYNC, VD: TTL, high impedance
(positive/negative polarity)
RCA pin (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) x 2,
Y:1.0 p-p, 75 ohms
PB/PR(CB/CR):0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Mini DIN 4-pin x 1, Y: 1.0 Vp-p,
C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms
RCA pin x 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Mini DIN 8-pin x 1 (RS-232C based)
3m(9´10˝)
PC, ABS
460 x 130 x 300 mm
(18-1/8˝ x 5-1/8˝ x 11-25/32˝)
7.2 kg (15.9 lbs.)
Temperature: 0°–40°C (32°–104°F)
Humidity: 20%–80% (no condensation)
Remote control unit
Power supply
Operation range
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
Weight
Supplied accessories
Optional accessories
ET-LAE1000
ET-PKE1000S
ET-PCE1000
3VDC (UM-3 (AA) battery x 2)
Approx. 7 m (23´) when operated
from directly in front of the signal
receptor
52 x 200 x 28.5 mm
(2˝ x 6-15/16˝ x 7/8˝)
170 g (6 oz.) (including batteries)
Power cord, Wireless remote control
unit, Batteries for remote control
(UM-3 x 2)
Replacement lamp unit
Ceiling mount bracket
Cable cover
460 (18-3/32)
15 (9/16)
230 (9-1/32)
130
(5-3/32)
110
(4-25/32)
147
(5-25/32)
60
(2-11/32)
300 (11-25/32)
460 (18-3/32)
15 (9/16)
230 (9-1/32)
130
(5-3/32)
110
(4-25/32)
147
(5-25/32)
60
(2-11/32)
300 (11-25/32)
460 (18-3/32)
15 (9/16)
230 (9-1/32)
130
(5-3/32)
110
(4-25/32)
147
(5-25/32)
60
(2-11/32)
300 (11-25/32)
Unit: mm (inch)
Dimensions
*1 The projector uses a type of liquid crystal panel that typically consists
ofmillions of pixels. This panel is built with very high-precision tech-
nology designed to provide one of the finest possible images.
Occasionally, a few pixels may remain turned on (bright) or turned off
(dark). Please note that this is an intrinsic characteristic of the manu-
facturing technology that affects all products using LCD technology.
*2 The projector uses a high-voltage mercury 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.
*3 In AI mode, with dynamic iris on.
*4 Shift range is limited during simultaneous horizontal and vertical
shifting.
*5 Excluding protrusions
Ecology-Conscious Design
Panasonic strives to minimize environmental impact caused
by its products through careful consideration of design,
production, delivery, process and product life cycle. The
PT-AE1000U reflects the following ecological considerations.
•Lead-free solder is used tomount components on the
printed circuit boards.
•No halogenated flame retardants are used in the cabi-
net.
•No polystyrene foam is used in the packing materials.
•Lead-free glass is used for the lens.
•The packing case and operating manual are made from
recycled paper.
•Lamp power switching further reduces power consump-
tion.
•Standby power consumption is a mere0.08 watts in the
standby mode.
Dimensions
Panasonic Projector Systems Company, Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America
www.panasonic.com/projectors
Headquarters
Three Panasonic Way.4B-9
Secaucus, NJ 07094
888 411 1996
Panasonic CanadaInc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga,Ontario
CanadaL4W 2T3
9056245010
Please contact Panasonic or yourdealer for a demonstration.
Weights anddimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
This product may besubjectto export control regulations. UHM is a trademark of MatsushitaElectric IndustrialCo., Ltd. VGA and
XGA are trademarks of InternationalBusiness Machines Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interfaceare trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI LicensingLLC. C2 FINE™ is atrademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
All othertrademarks are the propertyof theirrespective trademark owners. Projection images simulated.
PT-AE1000U1-06OCT30KPrinted inJapan.
Projector Global Web Site http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/projector
Diagonal length
Projection size (16:9) Height from the
edge of screen to
center oflens
(E)
Widthfrom the
right edge of screento
center oflens
(W)
Projection distance(L)
Min (Wide) Max (Telephoto)
1.01 m
1.52 m
2.03 m
2.54 m
3.05 m
3.81 m
5.08 m
1.2 m
1.8 m
2.4 m
3.0 m
3.6 m
4.5 m
6.0 m
2.3 m
3.5 m
4.7 m
6.0 m
7.2 m
9.0 m
12.0 m
0.75 m
1.13 m
1.50 m
1.87 m
2.25 m
2.81 m
3.74 m
0.80 m
1.20 m
1.60 m
2.00 m
2.40 m
2.99 m
3.99 m
-0.25 m
-0.38 m
-0.50 m
-0.63 m
-0.75 m
-0.94 m
-1.25 m
0.09 m
0.14 m
0.18 m
0.23 m
0.27 m
0.34 m
0.45 m
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
40˝
60˝
80˝
100˝
120˝
150˝
200˝
3´11˝
5´10˝
7´10˝
10´2˝
11´10˝
14´9˝
19´8˝
7´7˝
11´6˝
15´5˝
19´8˝
23´7˝
29´6˝
39´4˝
9.8˝
1´3˝
1´8˝
2´1˝
2´6˝
3´1˝
4´1˝
3.5˝
5.5˝
7˝
9˝
11˝
1´1˝
1´6˝
2´6˝
3´8˝
4´11˝
6´2˝
7´5˝
9´3˝
12´3˝
2´7˝
3´11˝
5´3˝
6´7˝
7´10˝
9´10˝
13´1˝
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
Image size/projection distance
L(LW/LT)
HW
L(LW/LT)
L(LW/LT)
HW
L(LW/LT)