Panasonic PT-D7700 User manual

The
Professional
Solution
DLP™-Based SXGA+ Projector
PT-D7700U/U-K
PT-D7700U-K

3-Chip DLP™-Based System
in a Sleek, Compact Body
The World’s Lightest 3-Chip Large-Venue
DLP™-Based Projector
The PT-D7700U series combines the latest
3-chip system based on DLP™technology with
a new optical system developed using our
exclusive technology. We have dramatically
reduced the cabinet size, creating a unit wit
only one-fifth the size of conventional large-
venue 3-chip DLP™-based projectors. This feat
of design and technology achieved the world’s
lightest* 3-chip projector with DLP™technolo-
gy. With a weight of 48.5 pounds (22.0 kg), the
PT-D7700U/U-K can go places other bulky
3-chip projectors with DLP™technology have
never gone before. * As of July 2004.
Superb Image Quality
Image Quality from 3-Chip DLP™
Technology
DLP™technology deliv-
ers outstanding image
resolution. In 3-chip
systems with DLP™
technology— consid-
ered among the world’s
most advanced projec-
tor engines—a Digital Micromirror Device
(DMD) chip is allocated to each of the red,
green, and blue signals. This gives systems
with DLP™technology superior light utilization
for high brightness, digital processing for low
noise and linear white balance, extended
device life for minimal image degradation, and
a quick response that eliminates afterimages.
Powerful 7,000 Lumens
In addition to the 300-watt UHM™lamp, the
PT-D7700U series incorporates digital and
optical technologies that maximize the DLP™
technology advantages. They deliver 7,000
lumens of brightness, offering superior color
reproducibility.
Astounding 4,000:1 Contrast Ratio with
Dynamic Iris
Panasonic’s original Dynamic Iris achieves a
dramatically improved contrast ratio of 4,000:1
in the PT-D7700U series. Dynamic Iris con-
stantly monitors the input signal, and adjusts
the intensity of the light source to match it.
This highly advanced function provides high-
speed, linear response to changing images
with 256-step precision. It also combines with
dynamic gamma control to produce deep, rich
blacks while preserving the brightness in the
lighter portions of dark scenes. The resulting
images are bright and vivid, comparable to
direct-view TVs and computer monitors.
16-Bit Color Depth for
Film-Like Natural Image
Applying 16-bit drive to each of the RGB pan-
els produces 8 times the level of expression (a
total of 24 times for all three RGB panels) of
conventional 13-bit drive devices. This system
creates extremely smooth tonal expression
with approx. 65,000 shades of gradation.
Progressive Cinema Scan (3/2 Pulldown)
This interlace/progressive conversion technolo-
gy automatically detects when the input signal
is derived from filmed material and selects the
optimum progressive processing method to
assure faithful reproduction of the original
image. It is also compatible with the high-defi-
nition 1080i format.
Dynamic Sharpness Control
The Dynamic Sharpness Control circuit adjusts
the video signal waveforms based on the dif-
ference in the brightness of adjacent pixels for
a sharp, clear picture that is relatively unaf-
fected by signal noise.
High Reliability and
Easy Maintenance
Liquid-Cooling System
In systems with DLP™technology, the micro-
scopic mirrors of the DMD chip turn the light
on and off. During the off period, light is
directed away from the lens. Handling the heat
from this light is a major point in maintaining
the long-term performance of projectors with
DLP™technology.
Panasonic’s newly
developed liquid-
cooling system
extends projector
performance and
attains a high level
of reliability.
Dustproof Design with Sealed Optical Block
We have minimized the effect of dust by com-
pletely sealing the optical block. This dust-free
design helps ensure that 3-chip projectors
with DLP™technology will continue to deliver
crisp, sharp, high-resolution images over an
extended service life.
Dual Lamp System and Lamp Relay
Function
The use of two lamp systems increases bright-
ness and eliminates the need to interrupt a
presentation if a lamp burns out (in dual lamp
operation mode). In single lamp operation
mode, the lamp relay function greatly extends
continuous operating time.
Optional Long-Life Lamp
A long-life lamp that stretches lamp life to
4,000 hours is available as an option. In single
lamp operation mode, the lamp lamp relay
function allows non-stop operation 24 hours a
day for up to 47 weeks without replacing the
lamps. The use of UHM™lamps dramatically
cuts operating costs.
Easy Lamp Replacement
The PT-D7700U series is designed to allow
easy lamp replacement with the projector in its
fully mounted condition. The lamp itself is the
only part that needs to be replaced, which fur-
ther increases overall reliability.
Dust Filter Cleaning
The dust filter is easy to clean, and you don’t
have to make any changes in the projector’s
mounting condition. This helps to minimize
user down time.
Conventional large-venue
DLP™-based projectors
The PT-D7700U/U-K are the world’s small-
est and lightest 3-chip projectors with
DLP™technology.
PT-D7700U
Liquid-cooling device
Cooling liquid
Off light
On light

Flexible System Applications
Horizontal/Vertical Lens Shift
The PT-D7700U series is equipped with a
motor-driven lens shifting function that
moves the lens left, right, up, and down. It
gives you easy, accurate adjustment when
installing the projector.
Optical Lenses for Various Venues
A wide range of optional lenses with different
throw distances are available in addition to the
supplied lens. Optional lenses with super-long
focal lengths of 8.0 to 15.0 are ideal for use
in churches or screening rooms. These pow-
ered zoom/focus lenses enable the projectors
to perform superbly in an array of projection
environments, from classrooms to conference
rooms. It’s a snap to replace the “click-in” type
lenses used in the bayonet system of the PT-
D7700U series.
Connection Terminals
The PT-D7700U/U-K feature two RGB inputs, a
composite video input and output, and an
S-Video input. They also offer RS-232C/422
input and output, two remote inputs, and one
remote output.
Abundant Optional Interface Boards
In addition to the supplied connection termi-
nals, an optional board module can be select-
ed from a total of seven boards to match a
variety of input source signals, including digital
serial component signals.
Quiet Operation
The PT-D7700U series is designed for quiet
operation. A newly developed liquid-cooled
optical system and newly designed noise-sup-
pression duct and control system help mini-
mize operating noise. The fan rotation can now
be adjusted in finer steps, so fan noise is
reduced when rotation adjusts to match room
temperature changes. This helps minimize
sudden increases in fan
noise during operation.
Built-In Multi-Screen Processor,
Color Matching and Edge Blending
MULTI-SCREEN PROCESSOR
The PT-D7700U/U-K can project large, multi-
screen images without any additional equip-
ment. Up to 100 units (10 x 10) can be edge-
blended at a time.
COLOR MATCHING
When several units are used together, this
function corrects for slight variations in the
color reproduction range of individual projec-
tors. The PC software assures easy, accurate
control. Independent, 7-axis adjustment (red,
green, blue, yellow, magenta, cyan, white)
ensures high precision and minimizes color
variations. To simplify the set-up process, you
can adjust the projectors before delivering
them to the presentation site. The color-
matching function accommodates up to nine
units, for multi-screen or single screen pres-
entation.
EDGE BLENDING
This function controls the brightness at over-
lapping image edges to assure uniform, natu-
ral-looking, multi-screen images. When pro-
jecting HD sources with a single projector, part
of the DMD is unused. In multi-screen projec-
tions with two projectors, the DMDs increase
the image’s horizontal resolution while
maximizing vertical resolution.
Networking (Optional)
Wired LAN System
The optional interface board ET-MD75NT for
10Base-T and 100Base-TX makes the
PT-D7700U series network-ready. Simply hook
the projector up to an existing LAN network for
easy remote control and/or monitoring. System
administrators will appreciate this feature
when using the PT-D7700U/U-K as a fixed-
installation projector.
Web Browser Control/Monitoring
Anybody can operate the PT-D7700U series by
remote control or monitor its status over a LAN
network, because it is all done using the com-
puter’s familiar Web browser.
E-Mail Message Alert
The PT-D7700U series automatically sends an
e-mail message to notify the operator when an
error has occurred, or a lamp needs to be
replaced, providing an advanced level of main-
tenance ease and reliability.
More Valuable Features
•Mechanical shutter completely blocks light
leakage when no image is being projected
•Momentary switching for RGB/Video input
without disrupting the image
•96 user memories
•Wireless/wired
remote control unit
with wireless mouse
function*
•ID assignment for up
to 64 units
Connection terminals
An optional board module can be
added for more connection flexibility.
With edge
blending
Without edge
blending
Overlapping image edges
The built-in multi-screen processor enables enlarged
multi-screen projection without using any additional spe-
cial equipment. Color matching and edge blending make
it easier to obtain proper multi-screen picture quality.
e-mail
e-mail
e-mail
e-mail
Projector
PC
PC
PC
Internet
LAN
LAN
remote control
remote
control remote
control
PC
Wireless/wired remote control
Built-in multi-screen
processor
Color matching Edge blending
Projector Projector
Source

Options for More Flexible Installation
Lenses
1.5-2.0:1 zoom lens
ET-D75LE1
2.0-3.0:1 zoom lens
ET-D75LE2
3.0-5.0:1 zoom lens
ET-D75LE3
5.0-8.0:1 zoom lens
ET-D75LE4
8.0-15.0:1 zoom lens
ET-D75LE8
0.8:1 fixed-focus short-throw lens
ET-D75LE5
Ceiling mount bracket
ET-PKD75
Low ceiling mount bracket
ET-PKD75S
Dual stacking mount bracket
ET-DFD75
Replacement lamp unit
ET-LAD7500
Replacement lamp units
(Twin pack of ET-LAD7500 lamp units)
ET-LAD7500W
Replacement long-life lamp unit
ET-LAD7700L
Replacement long-life lamp units
(Twin pack of ET-LAD7700L lamp units)
ET-LAD7700WL
Boards Brackets
Lamps
Carrying handle
ET-HAD75
Handle
Wireless mouse receiver
ET-RMRC2
Receiver
Network board
ET-MD75NT
DVI board
ET-MD75DV
Analog RGB input board
ET-MD95RGB
Video/S-Video input board
ET-MD95VM2
SDI (480i/576i) input board
ET-MD95SD1
SDI (480i/576i/480p) input board
ET-MD95SD2
SDI (720p/1035i/1080i/1080-24p)
input board
ET-MD95SD3
ET-D75LE1
Projection Distance
1.8 m / 5.8´ (70˝)
2.5 m / 8.3´ (100˝)
5.1 m / 16.7´ (200˝)
7.6 m / 25.0´ (300˝)
10.2 m / 33.3´ (400˝)
15.2 m / 50.0´ (600˝)
Diagonal image size
(aspect ratio: 4:3) ET-D75LE1
1.5–2.0:1
min. max.
Distance to screen
2.1 m / 6.8´
3.0 m / 9.8´
6.1 m / 19.9´
9.1 m / 29.9´
12.2 m / 40.0´
18.3 m / 60.1´
2.8 m / 9.0´
4.0 m / 13.1´
8.1 m / 26.5´
12.2 m / 40.0´
16.3 m / 53.4´
24.5 m / 80.7´
ET-D75LE2
2.0 – 3.0:1
min. max.
2.8 m / 9.2´
4.0 m / 13.2´
8.2 m / 26.7´
12.3 m / 40.2´
16.4 m / 53.7´
24.6 m / 80.7´
4.2 m / 13.8´
6.1 m / 19.9´
12.2 m / 40.1´
18.4 m / 60.4´
24.6 m / 80.6´
36.9 m / 121.1´
ET-D75LE3
3.0 – 5.0:1
min. max.
4.2 m / 13.9´
6.1 m / 19.9´
12.3 m / 40.2´
18.4 m / 60.4´
24.6 m / 80.7´
36.9 m / 121.1´
7.1 m / 23.3´
10.2 m / 33.4´
20.5 m / 67.2´
30.8 m / 101.1´
41.1 m / 134.9´
61.7 m / 202.5´
ET-D75LE4
5.0 – 8.0:1
min. max.
7.1 m / 23.3´
10.2 m / 33.4´
20.5 m / 67.3´
30.8 m / 101.1´
41.1 m / 134.9´
61.7 m / 202.5´
11.4 m / 37.3´
16.3 m / 53.4´
32.7 m / 107.2´
49.1 m / 161.0´
65.5 m / 214.8´
98.3 m / 322.3´
ET-D75LE8
8.0 – 15.0:1
min. max.
11.1 m / 36.4´
16.0 m / 52.5´
32.4 m / 106.3´
48.8 m / 160.1´
65.2 m / 213.9´
98.0 m / 321.5´
21.1 m / 69.4´
30.4 m / 99.6´
61.1 m / 200.4´
91.8 m / 301.2´
122.5 m / 401.9´
184.0 m / 603.5´
ET-D75LE5
0.8:1
fixed
1.0 m / 3.4´
1.5 m / 4.9´
3.1 m / 10.1´
4.7 m / 15.3´
–
–
PT-D7700U/U-K
100˝ diagonal screen
2 m
ET-D75LE5
0.8
ET-D75LE1
1.5–2.0
ET-D75LE2
2.0–3.0
ET-D75LE3
3.0–5.0
ET-D75LE4
5.0–8.0
ET-D75LE8
8.0–15.0
4 m 6 m 8 m 10 m 12 m 14 m 16 m 18 m 20 m 22 m 24 m 26 m 28 m 30 m
6.6´ 13.1´ 19.7´ 26.2´ 32.8´ 39.4´ 45.9´ 52.5´ 59.1´ 65.6´ 72.2´ 78.7´ 85.3´ 91.9´ 98.4´
2 m 4 m 6 m 8 m 10 m 12 m 14 m 16 m 18 m 20 m 22 m 24 m 26 m 28 m 30 m
Projection Range Example
•Coordinated group control for up to 26 groups
(A-Z)
•Picture in picture (main/sub input source combi-
nations possible only when using computer and
video)
•Digital vertical keystone correction
•3x digital zoom
•Built-in test pattern
•Selectable 9-language on-screen menu (English,
German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian,
Japanese, Chinese, Korean)
* Requires the optional ET-RMRC2 wireless mouse receiver
PT-D7700U-K
PT-D7700U
Available in black (PT-D7700U-K) and
white (PT-D7700U) cabinet colors.
Ecology-Conscious Design
Panasonic works from every angle to minimize environmental
impact in the product design, production and delivery processes,
and in the performance of the product itself over its life cycle. The
PT-D7700U series reflects the following ecological considerations.
•Lead-free solder is used to mount components to the printed
circuit boards.
•Lead-free glass is used for the lens.
•The packing case and operating manual are made from recy-
cled paper.
•Lamp power switching further reduces power consumption.

Incorporating Panasonic exclusive technology, the
Dynamic Iris opens and closes with exceptional speed
and precision as the input signal changes, resulting in
accurate, real-time control of the light striking the
DMD chips. The Dynamic Iris is positioned immedi-
ately after the light synthesizer and before the inte-
grator, so it has minimal adverse effect on the overall
light uniformity across the screen.
Competitor A
Blacks and other dark portions are
washed out.
Dynamic Iris: Deeper Blacks, Brighter
Whites, and Vivid, True-to-Life Color
Competitor B
Thanks to functions such as lamp
power switching, the blacks are not
washed out. The white portions, how-
ever, become dim and dull.
Dynamic Iris and Dynamic Gamma
Dynamic Iris quickly fine-tunes the
lamp output with 256-step precision.
Dynamic Gamma preserves the bright-
ness in bright portions, helping main-
tain a wide dynamic range.
LampLamp
Dynamic Iris
To faithfully reproduce vivid images with
both bright and dark areas—the moon in a
night sky, penguins in the snow, patterned
animals on a grassy plain—you need a projector
with high brightness and high contrast. Panasonic’s
solution: the PT-D7700U series.
Featuring Texas Instruments Digital Light Processing™and SXGA+
resolution (1,400 x 1,050), the PT-D7700U series delivers outstanding
7,000-lumen brightness and 4,000:1 contrast.*
A number of breakthrough Panasonic technologies make this per-
formance possible. Our Dynamic Iris, for example, improves contrast
by precisely matching the lamp output to the input signal. Working
together with our liquid-cooled optical engine, the Dynamic Iris
helps produce images with astonishing definition.
The PT-D7700U series also incorporates improvements in reliability
and durability. Allowing extended-time operation, these models let
you enjoy the superior image quality provided by DLP™technology in
a wide range of operating environments.
With superior brightness, image quality, reliability and extended-time
usability, PT-D7700U models meet a host of applications in auditori-
ums, conference rooms, control centers and other facilities.
* With the Dynamic Iris set to 3.
PT-D7700U-K
4,000:1Contrast Ratio
Experience the Difference—
Vivid Colors and
Richer Blacks

Dimensions
8-1/4˝
Ø1-9/16˝
1-5/16˝ 18-3/16˝ 1-5/16˝
20-7/8˝
4-15/16˝ 7-1/2˝ 10-3/8˝
18-7/16˝1-1/4˝
1/16˝
22-3/8˝
21-9/32˝
1-1/8˝
7-7/8˝
6-11/16˝
4-3/8˝1-3/4˝
3-13/16˝
1/4˝
(209)
(Ø40)
(34) (462) (34)
(530)
(125) (191) (264)
(468)(32)
(2)
(569)
(540)
(29)
(200)
(170)
(111)(44)
(97)
(6)
Unit: inches (mm)
Specifications
PT-D7700U2-04SEP30K Printed in Japan.
PT-D7700U2-04SEP30K Printed in Japan.
System
Device
Pixels
Lamp
Brightness
Contrast ratio
Resolution
RGB
Video
Lens
Screen size
Lens shift
RGB input scanning
frequency
Component signal
Video signal
Terminals
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
S-Video IN
RGB1/YPBPRIN
RGB2 IN
Optional board slot
RS-232C/422 IN
RS-232C/422 OUT
REMOTE 1 IN
REMOTE 1 OUT
REMOTE 2 IN
Optical axis shift*
Keystone correction range
Installation
Power cord length
Power supply
Power consumption
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Supplied accessories
DLP™ system
0.95˝ (diagonal) DMD™ (x 3), 4:3
1,470,000 (1,400 x 1,050) x 3
300 W UHM™ lamp x 2 (BriteOptic™
Dual Lamp System)
7000 lumens (dual lamp)
3500 lumens (single lamp)
4000:1 (full white/full black, with
dynamic iris set to “3”)
1400 x 1050 pixels
560 TV lines
Optional
70˝– 600˝ diagonal
Vertical, horizontal
fH15 –100 kHz, fV24 –120 Hz,
Dot clock 20–162 MHz
480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720/60p,
1035/60i, 1080/60i,1080/50i,
1080/25p, 1080/24p, 1080/24sF,
1080/30p
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, M-NTSC, PAL60,
PAL-M, PAL-N
BNC
BNC
Mini DIN 4-pin
BNC x 5
D-sub HD 15-pin
x 1
D-sub 9-pin female
D-sub 9-pin male
M3 jack
M3 jack
D-sub 9-pin female (parallel)
Powered; horizontal ±30%, vertical
±50%
±40° (with ET-D75LE2)
Front/rear, ceiling/floor, (menu selec-
tion)
2.5 m (8.2´)
100 – 120 V AC, 60 Hz
800 W (800 VA) (12 W during standby
mode with fan stopped)
20-7/8˝ x 7-7/8˝ x 21-9/32˝
(530 x 200 x 540 mm) (without lens
and lens hood)
48.5 lbs/22.0 kg (without lens)
0°–40°C (32°–104°F)
0°–35°C (32°– 95°F) (dual lamp, lamp
power: high)
10% –80% (no condensation)
Optional accessories
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. Digital Light Processing, DLP, DLP logo and the DLP medallion are trademarks of Texas
Instruments. VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. 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
1 888 843 9788
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L4W 2T3
905 624 5010
•Replacement lamp unit (single): ET-LAD7700
•Replacement lamp unit (set of two lamps):
ET-LAD7700W
•Replacement long-life lamp unit (single): ET-LAD7700L
•Replacement long-life lamp unit (set of two lamps):
ET-LAD7700WL
•Ceiling mount bracket: ET-PKD75
•Low ceiling mount bracket: ET-PKD75S
•Dual stacking mount bracket: ET-DFD75
•Carrying handle: ET-HAD75
•Zoom lens (1.5–2.0:1): ET-D75LE1
•Zoom lens (2.0–3.0:1): ET-D75LE2
•Zoom lens (3.0–5.0:1): ET-D75LE3
•Zoom lens (5.0–8.0:1): ET-D75LE4
•Zoom lens (8.0–15.0:1): ET-D75LE8
•Fixed focus lens (0.8:1): ET-D75LE5
•DVI board: ET-MD75DV
•Network board: ET-MD75NT
•Video/S-Video input board: ET-MD95VM2
•SDI (480i/576i) input board: ET-MD95SD1
•SDI (480i/576i/480p) input board: ET-MD95SD2
•SDI (720p/1035i/1080i/1080-24p) input board:
ET-MD95SD3
•RGB/YPBPRinput board: ET-MD95RGB
•Wireless mouse receiver: ET-RMRC2
•Wireless/wired remote control unit
•Batteries for remote control unit
•Remote control cable
•Power cord
NOTES ON USE
•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 illu-
minate varies greatly depending on individual lamp character-
istics and usage conditions.
• The brightness of the lamp will gradually decrease with use.
• The replacement cycle of the lamp will be shortened if the
power is frequently turned on and off or the projector is sub-
jected to daily continuous use for 10 or more hours.
Lamp mode/brightness
No. of lamp
Dual
Single
Lamp power
High
Low
High
Low
Brightness
Normal lamp
7,000 lm
5,600 lm
3,500 lm
2,800 lm
Long-life lamp
–
3,500 lm
–
1,750 lm
Lamp mode/lamp life
Lamp mode
High
Low
Lamp life
Normal lamp
1,500 hr
2,000 hr
Long-life lamp
–
4,000 hr
•Using the long-life lamps, lamp life is 8,000 hours
maximum when operated in single lamp mode with the
lamp relay function on.
•Lamp life varies depending on usage conditions and
the surrounding environment.
•When the long-life lamps are used the lamp power
mode is automatically set to low.
* Shift range is limited during simultaneous horizontal and vertical shifting.