Panasonic PT-VW431DU User manual

Operating Instructions
Functional Manual
LCD Projector Commercial Use
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Model No. PT-VW431DU
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Important
Information
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Power Supply: This 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, 10 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, re
may result.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
The lightning ash 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 sufcient 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.
CAUTION: This equipment is equipped with a three-pin grounding-type power
plug. Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This plug
will only t a grounding-type 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. Do not remove
WARNING:
TURN OFF THE UV LAMP BEFORE OPENING THE LAMP COVER.
CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions, which includes
using the provided power cord and shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or
peripheral device. If you use serial port to connect PC for external control of projector, you must
use commercial RS-232C serial interface cable with ferrite core. Any unauthorized changes or
modications to this equipment will void the user’s authority to operate.

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Important
Information
FCC NOTICE (USA)
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: PT-VW431DU
Trade Name: Panasonic
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Address: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Telephone number: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
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.
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized
modications.
CAUTION:
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 of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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The user may nd the booklet “Something About Interference” available from FCC local regional ofces helpful.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and the user
must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to host computer or peripheral devices. Also, any
unauthorized changes or modications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
NOTIFICATION (Canada)
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING:
Not for use in a computer room as dened in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data •
Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
For permanently connected equipment, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the •
building installation wiring.
For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily •
accessible.
Notice (USA only):
This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated •
in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit
Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149.

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Important
Information
WARNING:
POWER
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The wall outlet or the circuit breaker shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible when problems occur. If the following problems occur, cut off the power supply
immediately.
Continued use of the projector in these conditions will result in re or electric shock.
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
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If the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken, cut off the power supply.
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If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming from the projector, cut off the power supply.
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Please contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs, and do not attempt to repair the projector yourself.
During a thunderstorm, do not touch the projector or the cable.
Electric shocks can result.
Do not do anything that might damage the power cord or the power plug.
If the power cord is used while damaged, electric shocks, short-circuits or re will result.
Do not damage the power cord, make any modications to it, place it near any hot objects, bend it
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excessively, twist it, pull it, place heavy objects on top of it or wrap it into a bundle.
Ask an Authorized Service Center to carry out any repairs to the power cord that might be necessary.
Insert the power plug securely into the wall outlet.
If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or overheating will result.
Do not use anything other than the provided power cord.
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Do not use the provided power cord for other electrical equipment.
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Do not use plugs which are damaged or wall outlets which are coming loose from the wall.
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Clean the power plug regularly to prevent it from becoming covered in dust.
Failure to observe this will cause a re.
If dust builds up on the power plug, the resulting humidity can damage the insulation.
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If not using the projector for an extended period of time, pull the power plug out from the wall outlet.
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Pull the power plug out from the wall outlet and wipe it with a dry cloth regularly.
Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
Failure to observe this will result in electric shocks.
Do not overload the wall outlet.
If the power supply is overloaded (ex., by using too many adapters), overheating may occur and re will result.
ON USE/INSTALLATION
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Do not place liquid containers on top of the projector.
If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, re or electric shocks will result.
If any water gets inside the projector, contact an Authorized Service Center.
Do not place the projector on soft materials such as carpets or sponge mats.
Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can cause burns, re or damage to the projector.
Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places where the projector may come into
contact with oily smoke or steam, ex. a bathroom.
Using the projector under such conditions will result in re, electric shocks or components deterioration.
Components deterioration (such as ceiling mount brackets) may cause the projector which is mounted on the
ceiling to fall down.
Do not install this projector in a place which is not strong enough to take the full weight of the
projector or on top of a surface which is sloped or unstable.
Failure to observe this will cause projector to fall down or tip over the projector, and severe injury or damage
could result.
Do not place another projector or other heavy objects on top of the projector.
Failure to observe this will cause the projector to become unbalanced and fall, which could result in damage or
injury. The projector will be damaged or deformed.

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Information
WARNING:
Installation work (such as ceiling mount bracket) should only be carried out by a qualied technician.
If installation is not carried out and secured correctly it can cause injury or accidents, such as electric shocks.
Do not use anything other than an authorized ceiling mount bracket.
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Be sure to use the wire provided with the projector mount base for ceiling mount as an extra safety
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measure to prevent the projector from falling down (Install in a different location to the ceiling mount
bracket).
Do not cover the air inlet port or the air outlet port.
Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can cause re or damage to the projector.
Do not place the projector in narrow, badly ventilated places.
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Do not place the projector on cloth or papers, as these materials could be drawn into the air inlet port.
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Do not place your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port.
Doing so will cause burns or damage your hands or other objects.
Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not place your hands or face, or objects which cannot
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withstand heat close to this port.
Do not look and place your skin into the lights emitted from the lens while the projector is being used.
Doing so can cause burns or loss of sight.
Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. Do not look or place your hands directly into this light.
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Be especially careful not to let young children look into the lens. In addition, turn off the power and
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disconnect the power plug when you are away from the projector.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector.
Doing so will cause re or electric shocks.
Do not insert any metal objects or ammable objects into the projector or drop them onto the projector.
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Never attempt to remodel or disassemble the projector.
High voltages can cause re or electric shocks.
For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact an Authorized Service Center.
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Do not project an image with the lens cover attached.
Doing so can cause re.
Do not allow metal objects, ammable objects, or liquids to enter inside of the projector. Do not allow
the projector to get wet.
Doing so may cause short circuits or overheating, and result in re, electric shock, or malfunction of the
projector.
Do not place containers of liquid or metal objects near the projector.
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If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer.
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Particular attention must be paid to children.
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Use the ceiling mount bracket specied by Panasonic.
Defects in the ceiling mount bracket will result in falling accidents.
Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down.
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Wiring work of LAN cables for DIGITAL LINK should only be carried out by a qualied technician.
Doing so will cause poor quality image or sound on account of imperfect work.

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Information
WARNING:
ACCESSORIES
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Do not use or handle the batteries improperly, and refer to the following.
Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch re.
Do not use unspecied batteries.
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Do not disassemble dry cell batteries.
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Do not heat the batteries or place them into water or re.
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Do not allow the + and
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terminals of the batteries to come into contact with metallic objects such as
necklaces or hairpins.
Do not store batteries together with metallic objects.
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Store the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them away from metallic objects.
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Make sure the polarities (+ and
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) are correct when inserting the batteries.
Do not use a new battery together with an old battery or mix different types of batteries.
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Do not use batteries with the outer cover peeling away or removed.
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Remove the empty batteries from the remote control at once.
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Insulate the battery using tape or something similar before disposal.
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Do not allow children to reach the batteries (AAA/R03 type).
The battery can cause personal injury if swallowed.
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If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.
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If the battery uid leaks, do not touch it with bare hands, and take the following measures if necessary.
Battery uid on your skin or clothing could result in skin inammation or injury.
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Rinse with clean water and seek medical advice immediately.
Battery uid coming in contact with your eyes could result in loss of sight.
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In this case, do not rub your eyes. Rinse with clean water and seek medical advice immediately.
Do not disassemble the lamp unit.
If the lamp breaks, it could cause injury.
Lamp replacement
The lamp has high internal pressure. If improperly handled, an explosion and severe injury or accidents will
result.
The lamp can easily explode if struck against hard objects or dropped.
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Before replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
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Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not done.
When replacing the lamp, turn the power off and allow the lamp it to cool for at least 1 hour before handling
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it otherwise it can cause burns.
Do not allow infants or pets to touch the remote control unit.
Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of infants and pets after using it.
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Do not use the supplied power cord with devices other than this projector.
Using the supplied power cord with devices other than this projector may cause short circuits or
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overheating, and result in electric shock or re.
Remove the depleted batteries from the remote control promptly.
Leaving them in the unit may result in uid leakage, overheating, or explosion of the batteries.
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Information
CAUTION:
POWER
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When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector.
If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and re, short-circuits or serious electric
shocks will result.
When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall
outlet and remove the batteries from the remote control.
Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet before carrying out any cleaning and replacing the unit.
Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
CAUTION:
ON USE/INSTALLATION
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Do not put your weight on this projector.
You could fall or the projector could break, and injury will result.
Be especially careful not to let young children stand or sit on the projector.
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Do not place the projector in extremely hot locations.
Doing so will cause the outer casing or internal components to deteriorate, or result in re.
Take particular care in locations exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves.
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Always disconnect all cables before moving the projector.
Moving the projector with cables still attached can damage the cables, which will cause re or electric shocks
to occur.
Never plug headphones and earphones into VARIABLE AUDIO OUT jack.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
ACCESSORIES
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Do not use the old lamp unit.
If used it could cause lamp explosion.
If the lamp has broken, ventilate the room immediately. Do not touch or bring your face close to the
broken pieces.
Failure to observe this will cause the user to absorb the gas which was released when the lamp broke and which
contains nearly the same amount of mercury as uorescent lamps, and the broken pieces will cause injury.
If you believe that you have absorbed the gas or that the gas has got into your eyes or mouth, seek
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medical advice immediately.
Ask your dealer about replacing the lamp unit and check the inside of the projector.
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Trademarks
Microsoft
•®and its logos, Windows®, Windows®XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7®, and Internet Explorer ®are
the registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Macintosh, Mac OS and Safari are the trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and other countries.
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HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Denition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI
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Licensing LLC.
PJLink
•™is a trademark or pending trademark in Japan, the United States, and other countries and regions.
RoomView, Crestron RoomView are registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc, and Crestron
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Connected and Fusion RV are the trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc.
Other names, company names or product names used in these operating instructions are the trademarks or
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registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Please note that the operating instructions do not include the ®and ™ symbols.
Illustrations in these operating instructions
Note that illustrations of the projector and screens may differ from the ones you actually see.
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Page references
In these instructions, references to pages are indicated as: (
•Æpage 00).
Term
In these instructions, the “Wireless remote control unit” accessory is referred to as the “Remote control”.
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Brazil Only
Brasil Apenas
Manuseio de baterias usadas
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BRASIL
Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão
ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial
ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada.
Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma ta isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa
destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor, romper
a blindagem e produzir fogo.
Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a
garganta, danicar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo
devido ao curto circuito dos terminais.
Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem car expostas a temperaturas superiores a 100 °C (212
°F). O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta,
danicar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao
curto circuito dos terminais provocado internamente.
Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada com bastante
água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico.
Remoção das baterias
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This function executes Input search,
Auto PC adjustment and Auto
Keystone correction at the same time
by pressing the <AUTO SETUP>
button on the remote control.
With the Direct Power Off function,
you can disconnect the power cord
from the wall outlet or turn off the
breaker even during projection.
This function supports technology
that can transmit a video and
audio signal except Ethernet signal
through a twisted pair cable, and
without complex cable connections.
The digital zoom function allows
you to focus on the crucial
information during a presentation.
The MIC function and 10 W audio
output allows you to make a
presentation without any external
audio equipment.
Auto Setup Function
Direct Power Off Function
Improved connectivity
Useful Functions for Presentations
For details, see the corresponding pages.
1. Set up your projector.
(Æpage 22)
2. Connect with other devices.
(Æpage 26)
3. Connect the power cord.
(Æpage 27)
4. Power on.
(Æpage 29)
5. Select the input signal.
(Æpage 32)
6. Adjust the image.
(Æpage 32)
Features of the ProjectorFeatures of the Projector
Quick stepsQuick steps

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Important
Information Preparation Getting Started Basic Operation Settings Maintenance Appendix
Contents Be sure to read “Read this rst!”. ( pages 2 to 8)
Important Information
Read this rst! ........................................... 2
Contents................................................... 10
Precautions for Use................................. 12
Cautions when transporting.......................................... 12
Cautions when installing............................................... 12
Security ........................................................................ 13
Disposal........................................................................ 14
Cautions on use ........................................................... 14
Accessories .................................................................. 15
Optional accessories .................................................... 16
Preparation
About Your Projector .............................. 17
Remote control ............................................................. 17
Projector body .............................................................. 18
Control panel and Indicators ........................................ 19
Rear terminals .............................................................. 20
Using Remote control ............................. 21
Installing and Removing batteries ................................ 21
Setting Remote control ID numbers ............................. 21
Getting Started
Setting up................................................. 22
Projection method ........................................................ 22
Parts for ceiling mount (Optional)................................. 22
Screen size and throw distance ................................... 23
Adjusting front adjustable feet ...................................... 25
Adjusting the position by using the vertical lens shift
function ................................................................. 25
Connections............................................. 26
Before connecting to the projector ............................... 26
Connecting example..................................................... 26
Basic Operation
Powering ON/OFF.................................... 27
Connecting the power cord .......................................... 27
ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator...................................... 28
Turning On the Projector .............................................. 29
Enter a PIN code .......................................................... 30
Turning Off the Projector .............................................. 31
Projecting................................................. 32
Selecting the input signal ............................................. 32
How to adjust the state of the image ............................ 32
Basic operations by using the remote
control................................................... 33
Using the AUTO SETUP function ................................. 33
Switching the input signal............................................. 33
Using the SCREEN button ........................................... 33
Using the KEYSTONE button....................................... 34
Using the INFO. button................................................. 34
Using the FREEZE function ......................................... 34
Using the AV MUTE function ........................................ 35
Using the P-TIMER button ........................................... 35
Using the LAMP button ................................................ 35
Using the D.ZOOM buttons .......................................... 35
Controlling the volume of the speaker.......................... 35
Using the IMAGE button............................................... 36
Using the MUTE button ................................................ 36
Settings
Menu Navigation...................................... 37
Navigating through the menu ....................................... 37
Main menu.................................................................... 38
Sub menu ..................................................................... 38
Input menu ............................................... 40
Computer 1: RGB/Component /RGB (Scart) ............... 40
Computer 2: RGB......................................................... 40
HDMI ............................................................................ 40
Video ............................................................................ 40
S-video ......................................................................... 40
DIGITAL LINK............................................................... 40
System ......................................................................... 40
AUTO PC adjust....................................... 42
Auto PC adj. ................................................................. 42
Manual PC adjust..................................... 43
Fine sync ...................................................................... 43
Total dots ...................................................................... 43
Horizontal ..................................................................... 43
Vertical.......................................................................... 43
Current mode ............................................................... 44
Clamp ........................................................................... 44
Display area H.............................................................. 44
Display area V .............................................................. 44
Reset ............................................................................ 44
Mode free ..................................................................... 44
Store............................................................................. 44
Image select ............................................ 45
Dynamic ....................................................................... 45
Standard....................................................................... 45
Real .............................................................................. 45
Cinema ......................................................................... 45
Blackboard(Green) ....................................................... 45
Colorboard.................................................................... 45
Image 1-4 ..................................................................... 45
Image adjust............................................. 46
Contrast........................................................................ 46
Brightness .................................................................... 46
Color............................................................................. 46

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Contents
Tint .............................................................................. 46
Iris .............................................................................. 46
Color temp.................................................................... 47
Red .............................................................................. 47
Green ........................................................................... 47
Blue ............................................................................. 47
Daylight View ............................................................... 47
Sharpness .................................................................... 48
Gamma......................................................................... 48
Noise reduction ............................................................ 48
Progressive .................................................................. 48
Reset ............................................................................ 48
Store............................................................................. 48
Screen ...................................................... 49
Normal.......................................................................... 49
Full .............................................................................. 49
Wide(16:9).................................................................... 49
Zoom ............................................................................ 49
True .............................................................................. 49
Natural wide ................................................................. 49
Custom ......................................................................... 49
Custom adj. .................................................................. 50
Digital zoom +............................................................... 50
Digital zoom –.............................................................. 50
Keystone ...................................................................... 50
Ceiling .......................................................................... 51
Rear.............................................................................. 51
Screen aspect .............................................................. 51
Reset ............................................................................ 51
Sound ....................................................... 52
Volume ......................................................................... 52
Mute ............................................................................. 52
MIC .............................................................................. 52
MIC gain ....................................................................... 52
In standby mode........................................................... 52
Setting ...................................................... 53
Language ..................................................................... 53
Menu position ............................................................... 53
Auto setup .................................................................... 53
Background .................................................................. 54
Display.......................................................................... 54
Logo ............................................................................. 54
HDMI setup .................................................................. 55
DIGITAL LINK signal level............................................ 55
Terminal........................................................................ 55
Power management ..................................................... 55
Direct on ....................................................................... 56
Standby mode .............................................................. 56
P-timer.......................................................................... 56
Closed caption.............................................................. 57
Lamp power.................................................................. 57
Remote control ............................................................. 57
Security ........................................................................ 57
Fan .............................................................................. 58
Fan control ................................................................... 58
Video delay control....................................................... 59
Filter counter ................................................................ 59
Emulate ........................................................................ 59
RS232C........................................................................ 60
Warning log .................................................................. 60
Factory default.............................................................. 60
Information............................................... 61
Input Source Information Display ................................ 61
Network .................................................... 62
DIGITAL LINK mode..................................................... 62
DIGITAL LINK setup ..................................................... 62
DIGITAL LINK status .................................................... 62
Projector name ............................................................. 63
Network setup .............................................................. 63
Network control ............................................................ 64
Network status.............................................................. 64
AMX D.D. ..................................................................... 64
RoomView .................................................................... 64
Extron XTP ................................................................... 64
Digital Interface Box ..................................................... 64
Network factory default................................................. 64
Network connections .................................................... 65
Twisted pair cable Extender connections ..................... 66
Computer operation...................................................... 67
Accessing from the Web browser................................. 67
Maintenance
LAMP and WARNING Indicators ............ 79
Managing the indicated problems ................................ 79
Replacement ............................................ 80
Before replacing the unit .............................................. 80
Maintenance................................................................. 80
Replacing the unit......................................................... 80
Attaching the Lens Cap ................................................ 84
Troubleshooting ...................................... 85
Appendix
Technical Information ............................. 87
PJLink protocol............................................................. 87
Control commands via LAN.......................................... 88
Serial terminal .............................................................. 90
Other terminals............................................................. 93
List of compatible signals ............................................. 94
Specications .......................................... 98
Dimensions................................................................. 100
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards....... 100
Index ....................................................... 101

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Information
Precautions for Use
Cautions when transporting
When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts.
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Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet.
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Cautions when installing
Do not set up the projector outdoors.
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The projector is designed for indoor use only.
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Do not use under the following conditions.
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Places where vibration and impacts occur such as in a car or vehicle: Doing so may damage the internal parts
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and result in malfunctions.
Near the exhaust of an air conditioner or near lights (studio lamps, etc.) where temperature changes greatly
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(Operating environment Æpage 99): Doing so may shorten the life of the lamp or result in deformation of the
outer case and malfunctions.
Near high-voltage power lines or near motors: Doing so may interfere with the operation of the projector.
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Be sure to ask a specialized technician when installing the product to a
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ceiling.
This requires an optional ceiling mount bracket.
Model No.: ET-PKV100H (for high ceilings), ET-PKV100S (for low ceilings),
ET-PKV200B (Projector Mount Base).
Qualied cable is required for DIGITAL LINK connection, be sure to consult
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a specialized technician or your dealer.
Imperfect wiring may cause poor performance of cable transmission, such as distorted or choppy image and
sound.
The interface box may not work properly due to strong radiowave from the
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broadcast station or the radio.
If there is any facility or equipment, which outputs strong radiowave, near the installation location, install the
interface box at a location sufciently far from the source of the radiowave. Or, wrap the LAN cable connected to
the <DIGITAL LINK> terminal by using a piece of metal foil or a metal pipe, of which is grounded at both ends.
When using the projector in the elevation of below 1 200 m (3 937 ft), make
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sure [Fan control] is set to [Off].
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
When using the projector in the elevation of above 1 200 m (3 937 ft) and
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below 2 000 m (6 562 ft), make sure [Fan control] is set to [On 1].
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
When using the projector in the elevation of above 2 000 m (6 562 ft) and
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below 2 700 m (8 858 ft), make sure [Fan control] is set to [On 2].
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
Do not install the projector at elevations of 2 700 m (8 858 ft) or higher
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above sea level.
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.

Precautions for Use
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Important
Information
Within +15°
Within -15°
Within +30°
Within -30°
Do not tilt the projector or place it on its side.
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Do not tilt the projector body more than approximately ±30 degrees vertically or ±15 degrees horizontally. Over
tilting may result in shortening the life of the components.
Cautions when setting the projectors
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zDo not stack the projectors.
Do not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the
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projector.
Avoid heating and cooling air from the air conditioning system
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directly blow to the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the
projector.
Do not place the projector in an enclosed space.
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If you need to place the projector in an enclosed space, additional air conditioning and ventilation system
must be equipped. When ventilation is insufcient, remaining heat may trigger the protection circuit of the
projector.
Security
Take safety measures against following incidents.
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Personal information being leaked via this product.
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Unauthorized operation of this product by a malicious third party.
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Interfering or stopping of this product by a malicious third party.
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Security instruction (
JÆpage 57, 76)
Make your password as difcult to guess as possible.
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Change your password periodically.
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Panasonic or its afliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer. Do not tell your password
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in case you receive such an inquiry.
The connecting network must be secured by rewall or others.
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Set a password for web control and restrict the users who can log in.
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MONITOR OUT
COMPUTER 2 IN
COMPUTER 1 IN
SERIAL IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
LAN
MIC IN
S-VIDEO IN
COMPUTER
AUDIO IN VARIABLE
AUDIO OUT
R
L
AC IN ~
MONITOR OUT
COMPUTER 2 IN
COMPUTER 1 IN
SERIAL IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
LAN
MIC IN
S-VIDEO IN
COMPUTER
AUDIO IN VARIABLE
AUDIO OUT
R
L
AC IN ~
over 50 cm
(20")
over 20 cm
(7.8")
over 50 cm
(20") over 1 m (40")

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Important
Information
Disposal
When disposing of the product, ask your local authority or dealer about the correct methods of disposal.
The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of the used lamp unit, ask your nearest local authorities or dealer
about proper disposal of the unit.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions or your local disposal rule or guidelines.
Cautions on use
In order to get the picture quality
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Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light
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from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
Depending on where the projector is used, heated air from an exhaust port or warm or cold air from an air
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conditioner can cause a shimmering effect on screen.
Avoid use in locations where exhaust or streams of air from projector, other devices and air conditioners ow
between the projector and the screen.
The lens of projector is affected by the heat from the luminous source. Because of this, the focusing may not
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be stable right after the power is turned on. Focusing is stabled after projecting image for 30 minutes and
longer.
Do not touch the surface of the projector lens with your bare hand.
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If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from ngerprints or anything else, this will be magnied and projected
onto the screen.
LCD Panel
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The display unit of this projector comprises three LCD panels. Although an LCD panel is a product of high-
precision technology, some of the pixels on the projected image may be missing or constantly lit. Please note that
this is not a malfunction.
Displaying a still image for a longer time may result in an after-image on the LCD panels. If this happens, display
the all white screen in the test pattern for an hour or more.
Optical components
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Operating the projector in an environment with high temperature or heavy exposure to dust or tobacco smoke
will reduce the service life of the optical components, such as the LCD panel and polarizing plate, and may
necessitate their replacement within less than one year of use. For details, consult your dealer.
Lamp
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The luminous source of the projector is a mercury lamp with high internal pressure.
A high pressure mercury lamp has following characteristics.
The brightness of the lamp will decrease by duration of usage.
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The lamp may burst with sound or shorten life by shock or chipping.
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The life of the lamp varies greatly depending on individual specicities and usage conditions. In particular,
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continuous use over 12 hours and frequent on/off switching of the power greatly deteriorate the lamp and
affect the lamp life.
In rare cases, the lamp burst shortly after the projection.
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The risk of bursting increases when the lamp is used beyond its replacement cycle. Make sure to replace the
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lamp unit consistently. (“When to replace the lamp unit” (Æpage 82))
If the lamp bursts, gas contained inside of the lamp is released in a form of smoke.
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It is recommended to store replacement lamps for contingency.
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It is recommended to have authorized engineer or your dealer replace the lamp unit.
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Avoidance of damage to connection terminal resulting from static electricity
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Please pay attention to the following points when connecting the signal cable. Failure to do so may cause a
failure in the product.
When connecting the cable to the projector or to the external devices connected to the projector, touch a
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metallic object in your vicinity to discharge any static electricity from your body before handling the cable.

Precautions for Use
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Important
Information
Accessories
Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers in the brackets ( ) show the
number of accessories.
Remote control unit (x1)
(6451058157)
Power cord (x1)
(6103581217)
CD-ROM (x1)
(6103589381)
Batteries (AAA/R03 type)
(x2)
RGB signal cable (x1)
(6103580425)
AC power cord holder (x1)
(6451052124)
Lens cap (x1)
(6103594279)
String (x1)
(6103430249)
Soft Carrying Case (x1)
(6103601861)
Attention
After unpacking the projector, discard the power cord cap and packaging material properly.
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For lost accessories, consult your dealer.
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The part numbers of accessories and separately sold components are subject to change without notice.
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Store small parts in an appropriate manner, and keep them away from young children.
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(Attached to the projector
at the time of purchase.)
(for remote control unit)

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Important
Information
Contents of the supplied
JCD-ROM
The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow.
Manual/list (PDF) Software
Optional accessories
Options Model No.
Ceiling Mount Bracket ET-PKV100H (for high ceilings),
ET-PKV100S (for low ceilings)
Projector Mount Base ET-PKV200B
Replacement Lamp Unit ET-LAV200
Replacement Filter Unit
ET-RFV200
Digital Interface Box ET-YFB100G
Operating Instructions – Functional
Manual
Operation Manual Multi Projector
Monitoring & Control Software 2.7
Operation Manual Logo Transfer
Software 2.0
List of compatible projector models
This is a list of projectors that are compatible with
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the software (refer to the right column), and their
restrictions.
Multi Projector Monitoring & Control
Software 2.7 (Windows)
This software allows you to monitor and control
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multiple projectors connected to the LAN.
Logo Transfer Software 2.0 (Windows)
This software allows you to create original
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images, such as company logos to be displayed
when projection starts, and transfer them to the
projector.

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Preparation
About Your Projector
Remote control
(1) <AUTO SETUP> Button
Execute the setting of Auto setup in the setting
menu. (Æpage 53)
(2) Input Selection Buttons: <COMPUTER 1>,
<COMPUTER 2>, <HDMI>, <VIDEO>,
<S-VIDEO>, <COMPONENT>,
<DIGITAL LINK>.
These buttons are used to select the input
signal. (Æpage 33)
(3) ▲▼◄► Buttons, <ENTER> Button
Navigate the MENU display. (Æpage 37)
(4) <SCREEN> Button
Select a screen mode. (Æpage 33)
(5) <MENU> Button
Open or close the On-Screen Menu.
(Æpage 37)
(6) <FREEZE> Button
Pause the projected image and sound
tentatively. (Æpage 34)
(7) <AV MUTE> Button
Temporarily turn off the image on the screen.
(Æpage 35)
(8) <D.ZOOM +/–> Buttons
Zoom in and out the images. (Æpage 35)
(9) <VOLUME +/–> Buttons
Adjust the volume of the speaker. (Æpage 35)
(10) < > Button
Turn the projector on or off. (Æpage 29)
(11) <KEYSTONE> Button
Correct keystone distortion. (Æpage 34)
(12) <INFO.> Button
Operate the information function. (Æpage 34)
(13) <LAMP> Button
Select a lamp mode. (Æpage 35)
(14) <P-TIMER> Button
Operate the P-timer function. (Æpage 35)
(15) <IMAGE> Button
Select the image mode. (Æpage 36)
(16) <MUTE> Button
Mute the sound. (Æpage 36)
(17) Remote control signal emitter
Attention
Do not drop the remote control.
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Avoid contact with liquids.
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Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote
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control.
Note
The remote control can be used within a distance of
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about 7 m (22.97 ft) if pointed directly at the remote
control signal receiver. The remote control can control at
angles of up to ± 30 ° vertically and ± 30 ° horizontally,
but the effective control range may be reduced.
If there are any obstacles between the remote control
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and the remote control signal receiver, the remote control
may not operate correctly.
You can operate the projector by reecting the remote
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control signal on the screen. The operating range may
differ due to the loss of light caused by the properties of
the screen.
When the remote control signal receiver is lit with a
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uorescent light or other strong light source, the projector
may become inoperative. Set the projector as far from
the luminous source as possible.
(1) (10)
(2)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(8)
(7)
(9)
(16)
(15)
(14)
(13)
(12)
(11)
(3)
(17)

About Your Projector
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Preparation
(1) Remote control signal receiver
(2) Focus Lever (Æpage 32)
Adjust the focus.
(3) Projection Lens
(4) Zoom Lever (Æpage 32)
Adjust the zoom.
(5) Vertical lens shift ring (Æpage 25)
Adjust the vertical position of the projected
image.
(6) Control Panel and Indicators (Æpage 19)
(7) Lamp cover (Æpage 83)
The lamp unit is located inside.
(8) Air outlet port
Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do
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not put heat-sensitive objects near this side.
(9) Speaker
(10) AC IN
(11) Rear terminals (Æpage 20)
(12) Air intake port / Air lter cover (Æpage 80)
(13) Adjustable feet
Adjust the projection angle.
WARNING:
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Keep your hands and other objects away from
the air exhaust port.
Keep your hand and face away.
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Do not insert your nger.
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Keep heat-sensitive articles away.
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Heated air from the air exhaust port can cause burns
or external damage.
Projector body
(5)
(4)
(1) (2) (3)
(6)
(8)
(10) (11)
(12)
(7)
(9)
■ Bottom view
(13)

About Your Projector
ENGLISH - 19
Preparation
Control panel and Indicators
(1) < > button
Turns the projector on/off.
(2) <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)> indicator
Indicates the power status.
(3) <LAMP> indicator
Lights yellow when the projection lamp reaches
its end of life.
(4) <WARNING> indicator
Indicates the abnormal conditions of the
projector.
(5) Ambient Luminance sensor
Detects room's light and select proper image
quality.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6) (7) (8)
(9)
(10)
(6) <MENU> button
Turns the main menu on/off. (Æpage 37)
(7) <ENTER> button
Executes the selected item.
(8) ▲▼◄► buttons
Navigates the MENU screen.
Adjust the volume level or mute the sound.
(9) <INPUT> button
Selects the input signal. (Æpage 33)
(10) <AUTO SETUP> button
Executes auto setup.

About Your Projector
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Preparation
Rear terminals
(4)
(3)(2)
(1)
(10)(9)
(8)
(7)
(6)
(5) (11) (12)
(1) COMPUTER 1 IN / COMPONENT IN
Connects to COMPUTER 1 IN/ COMPONENT
IN input signals.
(2) COMPUTER 2 IN / MONITOR OUT
Connects to COMPUTER 2 IN/ MONITOR OUT
input signals or outputs the analog RGB signals
input the projector.
(3) HDMI IN
Connects to HDMI input signals.
(4) LAN / DIGITAL LINK
Connects to a LAN cable for network
connection; or connects to a LAN cable for
video and audio connection without complex
cable connections.
(5) Security slot
Attaches the commercial shackle lock,
manufactured by Kensington, to protect your
projector. Compatible with the Kensington
MicroSaver Security System.
(6) SERIAL IN
Connects to a computer via an RS-232C cable.
(7) VIDEO IN
Connects to VIDEO input signals.
(8) AUDIO IN
Connects the audio output signals from video
equipment connected to (7) or (12) to this jack.
(9) COMPUTER AUDIO IN 1
Connects the audio output signals from a
computer connected to (1) to this jack.
(10) COMPUTER AUDIO IN 2 (MIC IN)
Connects the audio output signals from a
computer connected to (2) to this jack.
(11) VARIABLE AUDIO OUT
Outputs the audio signals input to the projector.
(12) S-VIDEO IN
Connects to S-VIDEO input signals.
Attention
When a LAN cable is directly connected to the projector,
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the network connection must be made indoors.

DIGITAL LINK is a technology to send image and sound signals via twisted pair cable.
The optional accessory Digital Interface Box (ET-YFB100G) and Extron's XTP transmitter are only matched
for this projector. Twisted pair cable Extender made by other companies is not sure to compatible for this
projector. For those compatible machines, please visit out website.
http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/