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PT-DZ780 Model No. PT-DW750 PT-DX820 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No. z for India BD: Black model, the standard zoom lens supplied LBD: Black model, the lens sold separately...
Contents Contents Read this first! Projecting Selecting the input signal Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift Chapter 1 Preparation Adjusting the lens position and focus when the fixed-focus lens (Model No.: ET-DLE030) is Precautions for use used Cautions when transporting Setting the lens position Cautions when installing Adjustment range by the lens position shift...
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Contents [ADVANCED MENU] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] [PROJECTOR ID] [BLANKING] [PROJECTION METHOD] [INPUT RESOLUTION] [COOLING CONDITION] [CLAMP POSITION] [LAMP SELECT] [EDGE BLENDING] [LAMP RELAY] [FRAME RESPONSE] [LAMP POWER] [RASTER POSITION] [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL] [STANDBY MODE] [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [SCHEDULE] Changing the display language [INITIAL STARTUP]...
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Contents [NETWORK] menu [DIGITAL LINK MODE] [DIGITAL LINK SETUP] [DIGITAL LINK STATUS] [NETWORK SETUP] [NETWORK CONTROL] [NETWORK STATUS] [DIGITAL LINK MENU] [Art-Net SETUP] Network connection Connecting to a twisted-pair-cable transmitter Accessing from the web browser Chapter 5 Maintenance Lamp/temperature/filter indicators When an indicator lights up Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement...
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
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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. 6 - ENGLISH...
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PT-DZ780B / PT-DZ780W / PT-DZ780LB / PT-DZ780LW / PT-DW750B / PT-DW750W / PT-DW750LB / PT-DW750LW / PT-DX820B / PT-DX820W / PT-DX820LB / PT-DX820LW Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 General Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/support Projector Contact: http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/...
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L or colored RED. How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse. Importer’s name and address within the European Union Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Center Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...
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Read this first! WARNING: r POWER 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 fire or electric shock. f If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
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If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. f Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
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Read this first! WARNING: r ACCESSORIES 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 fire. f Do not use unspecified batteries. f Do not use chargeable batteries.
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Read this first! CAUTION: r POWER 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 fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result.
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Read this first! CAUTION: r ACCESSORIES 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 fluorescent lamps, and the broken pieces will cause injury.
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Read this first! Brazil Only Brasil Apenas r Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e/ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento.
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rTrademarks f Windows, Windows Vista, and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. f Mac, Mac OS, OS X, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries.
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*1*2 30 dB are achieved. (x page 47) *1 For PT-DX820 7 000 lm for PT-DZ780 and PT-DW750 *2 Measurement, measuring conditions and method of notation all comply with ISO21118 international standards. 3. Connect with external devices. (x page 49) Easy and highly flexible setup 4.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use Precautions for use Cautions when transporting f If you purchased the projector with the standard zoom lens, remove the lens cushion before use, and store it for the future use. When transporting the projector, move the lens position to the home position and attach the lens cushion.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use rAsk a qualified technician or your dealer to install the cable wiring for DIGITAL LINK connection. Image and sound may be disrupted if cable transmission characteristics cannot be obtained due to inadequate installation. rThe projector may not work properly due to strong radio wave from the broadcast station or the radio.
Make your password difficult to guess as much as possible. f Change your password periodically. f Panasonic Corporation or its affiliate companies will never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge your password in case you receive such inquiries.
Depending on the type of license, the number of displays that can be registered for monitoring varies. Limited to the first 90 days after installation in a computer, it is possible to register up to 2048 units of displays free of charge. Download the software from Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/pass/). It is necessary to register and login to PASS to download.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use rComputer and external device connections f When connecting a computer or an external device, read this manual carefully regarding the use of power cords and shielded cables as well. Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed in < > show the number of accessories.
Ceiling Mount Bracket Ceilings, 6-axis Adjustment), ET-PKD130B (Projector Mount Bracket) Replacement lamp unit ET-LAD70 (1 pc), ET-LAD70W (2 pcs) Upgrade Kit ET-UK20 (supported only for PT-DZ780) Auto Screen Adjustment ET-CUK10 (supported only for PT-DZ780) Upgrade Kit Early Warning Software (Basic license/3-year...
Sets the ID number of the remote control in a multiple projector Switches the input signal to project. (x page 67) environment. (x page 28) (SDI input is supported only for PT-DZ780.) 16 Remote control signal transmitter <FUNCTION> button 17 Remote control wired terminal Assigns a frequently used operation as a shortcut button.
Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector f The operation of the <VIDEO> button is disabled in the factory default settings. The operation is enabled when [REMOTE CONTROL] is set to [USER] and [VIDEO BUTTON] of [INPUT SELECT BUTTON] is set to other than [DISABLE], from the [SECURITY] menu → [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] (x page 135).
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14 <AUTO SETUP> button Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK. Automatically adjusts the image display position while projecting <SDI> button the image. [PROGRESS] is displayed while in automatic Switches the input to SDI. adjustment. (x page 68) (Only for PT-DZ780) 26 - ENGLISH...
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<SDI IN> terminal These are the terminals to connect the remote control for serial This is the terminal to input SDI signals. control in a multiple projector environment. (Only for PT-DZ780) <REMOTE 2 IN> terminal <RGB 1 IN> (<R/P /VIDEO>, <G/Y>, <B/P /C>, <SYNC/HD>,...
Chapter 1 Preparation — Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing the batteries Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the m side first). (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order. When using the multiple projectors When you use the multiple projectors together, you can control all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using single remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector.
Chapter 1 Preparation — Preparing the remote control Connecting the remote control to the projector with a cable When you use the system with multiple projectors, use commercially available M3 stereo mini jack cables and connect the other devices to the <REMOTE 1 IN>/<REMOTE 1 OUT> terminals of the projector. The remote control is effective even in places where an obstacle stands in the light path or where devices are susceptible to outside light.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Setting up Installation mode There are four ways to set up the projector. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] (x page 111) depending on the installation mode. Set [COOLING CONDITION] to [AUTO]. Using the projector with [COOLING CONDITION] set incorrectly may shorten the life of the lamp.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up Parts for ceiling mount (optional) The projector can be installed on the ceiling by combining the optional Ceiling Mount Bracket (Model No.: ET-PKD120H (for high ceilings), ET-PKD120S (for low ceilings), ET-PKD130H (for High Ceilings, 6-axis Adjustment)) and the Ceiling Mount Bracket (Model No.: ET-PKD130B (Projector Mount Bracket)).
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r For fixed-focus lens (Model No.: ET-DLE030) Projected image Screen Screen (Unit: m) Projected image height Projected image width Projected image size Projection distance (from the screen to the mirror reflection surface Distance between the projector and the screen (from the screen to the tip of the lens) Distance between the projector and the screen (from the screen to the front surface of the projector) Distance between the projector and the screen (from the screen to the rear surface of the projector) Distance between the projector and the screen (from the screen bottom edge to the projector top)
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up [GEOMETRY] projection range [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from the side) [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] (viewed from above) Screen Screen Vertical arc correction (viewed from the side) Horizontal arc correction (viewed from above) Projection distance Projection distance Arc radius Arc radius Screen Screen...
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*1 Only the vertical keystone correction angle can be corrected in the direction in which the projector body moves away from the screen. When using the optional Upgrade Kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) (Only for PT-DZ780) Only [KEYSTONE] used [KEYSTONE] and [CURVED] used together...
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Projection distance of each projection lens A ±5 % error in listed projection distances may occur. When [GEOMETRY] is used, distance is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size. For PT-DZ780 r When the image aspect ratio is 16:10 (Unit: m)
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the image aspect ratio is 16:9 (Unit: m) Optional lens Standard zoom Lens type Ultra short focus Short focus zoom lens Fixed-focus lens zoom lens lens ET-DLE080/ Projection lens Model No. — ET-DLE030 ET-DLE055 ET-DLE150...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the image aspect ratio is 4:3 (Unit: m) Optional lens Standard zoom Lens type Ultra short focus Short focus zoom lens Fixed-focus lens zoom lens lens ET-DLE080/ Projection lens Model No. — ET-DLE030 ET-DLE055 ET-DLE150...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up For PT-DW750 r When the image aspect ratio is 16:10 (Unit: m) Optional lens Standard zoom Lens type Ultra short focus Short focus zoom lens Fixed-focus lens zoom lens lens ET-DLE080/ Projection lens Model No. —...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the image aspect ratio is 16:9 (Unit: m) Optional lens Standard zoom Lens type Ultra short focus Short focus zoom lens Fixed-focus lens zoom lens lens ET-DLE080/ Projection lens Model No. — ET-DLE030 ET-DLE055 ET-DLE150...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the image aspect ratio is 4:3 (Unit: m) Optional lens Standard zoom Lens type Ultra short focus Short focus zoom lens Fixed-focus lens zoom lens lens ET-DLE080/ Projection lens Model No. — ET-DLE030 ET-DLE055 ET-DLE150...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up For PT-DX820 r When the image aspect ratio is 4:3 (Unit: m) Optional lens Standard zoom Lens type Ultra short focus Short focus zoom lens Fixed-focus lens zoom lens lens ET-DLE080/ Projection lens Model No. —...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up r When the image aspect ratio is 16:9 (Unit: m) Optional lens Standard zoom Lens type Ultra short focus Short focus zoom lens Fixed-focus lens zoom lens lens ET-DLE080/ Projection lens Model No. — ET-DLE030 ET-DLE055 ET-DLE150...
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When calculating a projection distance using image size designation (value in inches), multiply the value in inches by 0.0254 and substitute it into SD in the formula for calculating the projection distance. For PT-DZ780 r Standard zoom lens Projection distance (L) formula Projection lens Model No.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up For PT-DW750 r Standard zoom lens Projection distance (L) formula Projection lens Model No. Throw ratio Aspect ratio Min. (LW) Max. (LT) 1.8 - 2.5:1 16:10 = 1.5651 x SD - 0.0746 = 2.1855 x SD - 0.0725 ―...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Setting up For PT-DX820 r Standard zoom lens Projection distance (L) formula Projection lens Model No. Throw ratio Aspect ratio Min. (LW) Max. (LT) 1.8 - 2.5:1 16:9 = 1.5875 x SD - 0.0746 = 2.2167 x SD - 0.0725 ―...
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Removing/attaching the projection lens Removing/attaching the projection lens Removing and attaching methods of the projection lens are same for both standard zoom lenses and optional lenses. Move the projection lens to the home position before replacing or removing the projection lens. (x page 63) Attention f Replace the projection lens after turning off the projector.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Removing/attaching the projection lens Remove the lens mount cover, and align the projection lens guide to the guide groove of the projector and insert to the end. (Fig. 1) Turn the projection lens clockwise until it clicks. (Fig. 2) Attach the lens mount cover.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting Before connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables. f Take note of the following points before connecting the cables. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions. g When connecting a cable to a device connected to the projector or the projector itself, touch any nearby metallic objects to eliminate static electricity from your body before performing work.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting <DVI-D IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names Outside view Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name T.M.D.S data 2- (13) — T.M.D.S data 2+ (14) +5 V T.M.D.S data 2/4 shield (15) — (16) Hot plug detection (24)
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting For <SDI IN> terminal (Only for PT-DZ780) Digital VCR for commercial use SD-SDI signal, HD-SDI signal or 3G-SDI signal Note f Use the [PICTURE] menu → [SYSTEM SELECTOR] to switch the input format. f Some external devices to be connected require the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SDI IN] to be set.
Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK Twisted-pair-cable transmitters based on the communication standard HDBaseT such as the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) use twisted pair cables to transmit input images, Ethernet, and serial control signals, and the projector can input those digital signals to the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN>...
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Chapter 2 Getting Started — Connecting f For twisted-pair-cable transmitters of other manufacturers of which the operation has been verified with the projector, refer to the Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Switching on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily. Confirm that the <MAIN POWER> switch is on the <OFF> side before connecting the power cord. For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!”...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Indicator status Projector status The projector is preparing to switch off the projector. Orange The power is switched off after a while. (Changes to the standby mode.) Note f While the power indicator <ON (G)/STANDBY (R)> is lit in orange, the fan is running to cool the projector. f For about 75 seconds after the projector is switched off and the luminous lamp cooling is started, the indicator will not light up even if the power is switched on.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector When the initial setting screen is displayed When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when [ALL USER DATA] is executed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, then the [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed.
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (installation setting) Set [PROJECTION METHOD] and [COOLING CONDITION] depending on the installation mode. Refer to “Installation mode” (x page 31) for details. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu.
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Initial setting (screen setting) Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and display position of the image. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SCREEN SETTING]. Press as to select an item.
Press the input selection (<RGB1> and <RGB2>, or <RGB1/2>, <DIGITAL LINK>, <DVI-D>, <VIDEO>, <SDI>, <HDMI>) button to select the input signal. (SDI input is supported only for PT-DZ780.) Adjust the front, back and sideway tilt of the projector with the adjustable feet. (x page 46) Press the <SHIFT>...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Switching on/off the projector Note f When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when [ALL USER DATA] is executed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, then the [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed.
Press the input selection (<RGB1> and <RGB2>, or <RGB1/2>, <DIGITAL LINK>, <DVI-D>, <VIDEO>, <SDI>, <HDMI>) button on the remote control or the control panel. (SDI input is supported only for PT-DZ780.) f The image of the signal being input in the selected terminal is projected.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting f When the main power is switched off during shift adjustment, a lens calibration error screen will be displayed during the next shift adjustment. Execute the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [LENS CALIBRATION]. f When the lens calibration error is displayed even though [LENS CALIBRATION] was executed, ask your dealer to repair the unit. Adjusting the lens position and focus when the fixed-focus lens (Model No.: ET-DLE030) is used After attaching the projection lens, adjust the lens position and the focus with the projector correctly installed...
Standard zoom lens, ET-DLE150, ET-DLE250, ET-DLE080, ET-DLE085 ET-DLE350, ET-DLE450 Standard projection position Standard projection position 0.3 H 0.28 H 0.1 H PT-DZ780 0.1 H 0.1 H Projected image width H Projected image width H Standard projection position Standard projection position 0.3 H 0.28 H...
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Projecting f When the optional fixed-focus lens (Model No.: ET-DLE030) is attached, it can be used with the shift adjustment based on the projected image position in the standard lens position within the range that the edge of the projected image is not blocked by the projector body. ENGLISH - 65...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Operating with the remote control Using the shutter function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to turn off the image temporarily. button Press the <SHUTTER>...
*1 The operation is disabled in the factory default settings. The operation is enabled when [REMOTE CONTROL] is set to [USER] and [VIDEO BUTTON] of [INPUT SELECT BUTTON] is set to other than [DISABLE], from the [SECURITY] menu → [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP]. *2 SDI input is supported only for PT-DZ780. Note f When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the <DIGITAL LINK/...
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Using the Automatic setup function The automatic setup function can be used to automatically adjust the resolution, clock phase, and image position when analog RGB signals consisting of bitmap images such as computer signals are being input, or to automatically adjust the image position when DVI-D/HDMI signals are input.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations — Operating with the remote control Setting the remote control ID numbers When you use the multiple projectors together, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using single remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector. After setting the ID number of the projector, set same ID number on the remote control.
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button Press the <MENU> button on the remote control or control panel. f The [MAIN MENU] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Press as to select a sub-menu, and press qw or the <ENTER> button to change or adjust settings. f Some items will switch in order as follows each time you press qw. f For some items, press qw to display an individual adjustment screen with a bar scale as shown below. CONTRAST ADJUST Note...
Chapter 4 Settings — Menu navigation Main menu item Page [PROJECTOR SETUP] [P IN P] [TEST PATTERN] [SIGNAL LIST] [SECURITY] [NETWORK] Sub-menu The sub-menu of the selected main menu item is displayed, and you can set and adjust items in the sub-menu. [PICTURE] Sub-menu item Factory default...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu On the menu screen, select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to adjust.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Operation Adjustment Range of adjustment Press w. Increases the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. -31 - +31 Press q. Reduces the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. [COLOR] You can adjust the color saturation of the projected image.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR TEMPERATURE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to select [USER1] or [USER2]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR TEMPERATURE] screen is displayed. Press as to select [WHITE BALANCE]. Press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Note f Adjust [COLOR TEMPERATURE] correctly. All colors will not be displayed properly unless adequate adjustment is made. If the adjustment does not look suitable, you can press the <DEFAULT> button on the remote control to return the setting for the selected item only to the factory default setting.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Note f When the edge blending adjustment is performed while [DEFAULT] is selected, it will be the same gamma mode as when [2.2] is selected. (Only for PT-DW750 and PT-DX820) [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. Press as to select [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PICTURE] menu Display the [PICTURE] menu. f Refer to “[PICTURE] menu” (x page 76). Press as to select [PICTURE MODE]. Press qw to set [NATURAL]. Press as to select [COLOR]. Press the <DEFAULT> button on the remote control to set the factory default setting. Follow Steps 5) - 6) to set [TINT], [COLOR TEMPERATURE], [WHITE GAIN], [GAMMA], and [SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW] to the factory default settings.
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu On the menu screen, select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to adjust.
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu The projector identifies the video ID (VID) embedded in the video signals and displays the image by [VID AUTO] automatically switching the screen sizes between 4:3 and 16:9. This function is effective for NTSC signals. [THROUGH] Displays images without changing the resolution of the input signals.
Chapter 4 Settings — [POSITION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [ZOOM] screen is displayed. Press as to select [MODE]. Press qw to switch the item. [INTERNAL] Enlarges the size within the aspect range set with [SCREEN FORMAT]. [FULL] Enlarges or reduces the size using the entire display area set with [SCREEN FORMAT]. Press as to select [INTERLOCKED].
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The optional Upgrade Kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) is required. [PC-3] *1 Only for PT-DZ780. Advanced skills are necessary to use a computer to control geometric adjustment. Consult your dealer. Up to three geometric adjustments performed using the computer can be saved.
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The optional Upgrade Kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) can be used to expand the correctable range. To purchase the product, consult your dealer. (Only for PT-DZ780) f The image may disappear for a moment while performing adjustment, but it is not a malfunction.
Up to three blanking settings adjusted using the computer can be saved. (Only for PT-DZ780) To use the [CUSTOM MASKING] function, the optional Upgrade Kit (Model No.: ET-UK20) is required. To purchase the product, consult your dealer.
The blanking zone Press w. moves to the right. Left side of the [LEFT] screen The blanking zone PT-DZ780: Left to right Press q. moves to the left. 0 - 959 PT-DW750: Left to right 0 - 639 The blanking zone Press q.
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu [EDGE BLENDING] The edge blending function allows multiple projector images to be seamlessly overlapped by using the inclination of the brightness at the overlapped area. Press as to select [EDGE BLENDING]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button.
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu 14) Press as to select an item, and press qw to adjust the setting. f Once the adjustment is completed, press the <MENU> button to return to the [BRIGHTNESS ADJUST] screen. 15) Press as to select [UPPER], [LOWER], [LEFT], or [RIGHT] in [BLACK BORDER WIDTH]. 16) Press qw to set the region (width) of the [BLACK BORDER WIDTH] adjustment.
Chapter 4 Settings — [ADVANCED MENU] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [NORMAL] Standard setting. [FAST] Simplifies the image processing to reduce image frame delay. [FIXED] Sets image frame delay to be constant regardless of the image position or magnification. *1 When input signals are other than interlaced signals, [FAST] cannot be set.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f Press as to select a language, and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DISPLAY OPTION] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to set.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Adjusting the color matching using a colorimeter Use a colorimeter that can measure chromaticity coordinates and luminance to change the colors [RED], [GREEN], [BLUE], [CYAN], [MAGENTA], [YELLOW], or [WHITE] to desired colors. Press as to select [COLOR MATCHING]. Press qw to select [MEASURED].
Adjusts the vertical position between -96 and 96. Press as to select [SCREEN POSITION]. f If [SCREEN FORMAT] is set to [16:10] in PT-DZ780 and PT-DW750, or if [SCREEN FORMAT] is set to [4:3] in PT-DX820, [SCREEN POSITION] cannot be selected and adjusted.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f Automatic adjustment is executed. [PROGRESS] is displayed while in automatic adjustment. When completed, the screen returns to the [AUTO SETUP] screen. Note f Automatic setup of signal can be executed when analog RGB signals consisting of dots such as computer signals or DVI-D/HDMI signals are being input.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [ENABLE] Switches to the secondary input automatically when the input signal for primary input is disrupted. [DISABLE] Disables the automatic input switching function.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [RGB1 SYNC SLICE LEVEL] or [RGB2 SYNC SLICE LEVEL]. Press qw to switch the item. [LOW] Sets the slice level to [LOW]. [HIGH] Sets the slice level to [HIGH]. Setting [RGB2 EDID MODE] Press as to select [RGB IN].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Press as to select [EDID SELECT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [EDID3] Recognizes movie-based video signals and still image signals automatically. Select this item mainly when an external device that outputs movie-based video signals (such as a [EDID1] Blu-ray disc player) is connected to the <DVI-D IN>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu 10) Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. 11) Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f The setting details are displayed in [RESOLUTION] and [VERTICAL SCAN FREQUENCY] of [EDID STATUS]. f The resolution and vertical scanning frequency settings may be required on your computer or video device.
Output with resolution and vertical scanning frequency that have been set may not be performed depending on your computer or video device. [SDI IN] (Only for PT-DZ780) Set this item according to the signal to be input to the <SDI IN> terminal. Setting [SIGNAL LEVEL] Select the amplitude of the signal to input.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [12-bit] Fixes to [12-bit]. [10-bit] Fixes to [10-bit]. Setting [3G-SDI MAPPING] Press as to select [SDI IN]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SDI IN] screen is displayed. Press as to select [3G-SDI MAPPING]. Press qw to switch the item.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Sets to blue. Sets to white. Sets to green. Sets to peach. Sets to brown. Setting [OSD MEMORY] Set hold for the position of the menu screen (OSD) cursor. Press as to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]. Press the <ENTER>...
The items will switch each time you press the button. [BLUE] Displays the entire projection area in blue. [BLACK] Displays the entire projection area in black. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. 106 - ENGLISH...
Press as to select [STARTUP LOGO]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. [NONE] Disables the startup logo display.
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Note f [UNIFORMITY] can be set for each [LAMP SELECT] setting. f The [UNIFORMITY] settings are not reset to the factory defaults even when [ALL USER DATA] is executed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] (x page 126). [SHUTTER SETTING] Enable/disable the shutter function automatically (shutter: closed/open) when the power is turned on.
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Use the procedure for [RED] to adjust [GREEN] and [BLUE]. Note f For DVI-D signal, HDMI signal, SDI signal, and DIGITAL LINK signal, confirm that the [SIGNAL LEVEL] setting is correct before adjusting the black level. (SDI signal is supported only for PT-DZ780.) ENGLISH - 109...
Chapter 4 Settings — [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [CUT OFF] Each red, green, and blue color component can be removed. Press as to select [CUT OFF]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CUT OFF] screen is displayed. Press as to select [RED], [GREEN], or [BLUE]. Press qw to switch the item.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu On the menu screen, select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to set.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [COOLING CONDITION] Change the fan control depending on the direction of projection. Set [COOLING CONDITION] according to the projection direction, but set it to [AUTO] normally. Using the projector with [COOLING CONDITION] set incorrectly may shorten the life of the lamp. [VERTICAL UP SETTING] 30°...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LAMP RELAY] Switch the lamp to be turned on automatically by specifying the day of the week and time. The degradation of the lamp due to continuous usage can be reduced by automatically switching the lamp to be turned on when using the projector continuously for a week or more.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL] The projector is equipped with a luminance sensor to measure brightness and functions to correct screen brightness resulting from changes in lamp brightness. By using this function, it is possible to reduce changes in overall brightness of the multiple screens due to lamp degradation and suppress variation in brightness to preserve uniformity when constructing multiple screens using multiple projectors.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. Performs corrections by the brightness sensor on one projector without synchronizing with the other projectors. [OFF] The duration that the constant brightness is kept will become longer by setting the value of [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL GAIN] smaller.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f For continued use longer than 24 hours, set [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP] to [CALIBRATION TIME], or set [LAMP RELAY] (x page 113). If it is not set, correction will not be performed automatically. f The [CALIBRATION TIME] setting will be reflected at the time when you enter the time. f The [CALIBRATION MESSAGE] setting will be reflected at the time when items are switched using qw.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu When [MODE] of [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP] is set to [AUTO] and [LINK] is set to [OFF] The screen shows the status of the brightness control in one projector BRIGHTNESS CONTROL STATUS LINK PROJECTOR RETURN MENU When [MODE] of [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP] is set to [PC] BRIGHTNESS CONTROL STATUS...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Brightness control adjustment procedure example The steps exemplify an adjustment to link the brightness of eight projectors connected in a network. Connect all projectors to the hub using LAN cables. (x page 142) Switch on all projectors and start projection. Set [LAMP SELECT] to either [DUAL] or [SINGLE] for all projectors.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [SCHEDULE] Set the command execution schedule for each day of the week. Enabling/disabling the schedule function Press as to select [SCHEDULE]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Disables the schedule function.
[SDI] Switches the input to SDI. Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of the [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] Panasonic twisted-pair-cable transmitter to the specified input. [DUAL] Turns on two lamps. [LAMP SELECT] Turns on one lamp. (The lamp with shorter runtime will [SINGLE] automatically light.)
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[DIGITAL LINK] Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK. [SDI] Sets the input to SDI. Sets the input to DIGITAL LINK, and switches the input of Panasonic twisted-pair-cable transmitter to [INPUT1] - [INPUT10] the specified input. *1 Only for PT-DZ780 *2 When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the projector, its input name is automatically reflected from [INPUT1] to [INPUT10].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [RS-232C] screen is displayed. Press as to select [(OUT) BAUDRATE]. Press qw to switch the item. [9600] [19200] Select the proper speed. [38400] Press as to select [(OUT) PARITY]. Press qw to switch the item.
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*1 The temperature status is indicated with text color (green/yellow/red) and bar scale. Use the projector within the range that the indication is green. *2 Only for PT-DZ780 *3 The lamp runtime to be displayed is real time. The following conversion is required to calculate the rough estimate for lamp replacement.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f E-mail including the content of status can be sent to the E-mail addresses (up to two addresses) set in “[E-mail set up] page” (x page 153) by pressing the <ENTER> button while displaying the [STATUS] screen. f Some items in [SIGNAL INFORMATION] may be displayed and others not displayed, depending on the signal being input.
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Setting the time zone Press as to select [DATE AND TIME]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [DATE AND TIME] screen is displayed. Press as to select [TIME ZONE]. Press qw to switch [TIME ZONE]. Setting the date and time manually Press as to select [DATE AND TIME].
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Select this item when the fixed-focus lens (Model No.: ET-DLE030) is used. [DLE030] Move the lens to the ET-DLE030 standard lens position after completing the calibration. Press the <ENTER> button. f The confirmation screen is displayed. Press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Deletes all the setting values saved for each input signal. [REGISTERED SIGNAL] To delete only a part of a registered signal, perform the procedure described in “Deleting the registered signal” (x page 131). [NETWORK/E-MAIL] Returns [NETWORK SETUP] and [E-mail set up] to factory default settings.
Chapter 4 Settings — [P IN P] menu [P IN P] menu On the menu screen, select [P IN P] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to set.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [P IN P] menu 15) Press as to select [TYPE]. 16) Press qw to switch the item. [SUB WINDOW] The sub window has display priority. [MAIN WINDOW] The main window has display priority. Note f The P IN P function may not be available for some signals being input or terminals being selected. Refer to “Two-window display combination list”...
Chapter 4 Settings — [TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu On the menu screen, select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f Press qw to switch. [TEST PATTERN] Display the test pattern built-in to the projector.
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu [SIGNAL LIST] menu On the menu screen, select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. r Registered signal details Memory number: A1 (1-2) Sub memory number...
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu Note f A registered signal can also be deleted from [REGISTERED SIGNAL DELETE] on the [REGISTERED SIGNAL SETUP] screen. Protecting the registered signal Press asqw to select the signal to protect. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [REGISTERED SIGNAL STATUS] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings — [SIGNAL LIST] menu Sub memory The projector has a sub memory function that can register the multiple image adjustment data, even if it is recognized as the same signal by the frequency or format of the synchronization signal source. Use this function when you need to adjust the picture quality such as switching of the aspect ratio or white balance by the same synchronization signal source.
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu On the menu screen, select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press awsqawsq in order, and press the <ENTER>...
Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] Hides the security message. [TEXT] Displays the text set in the [SECURITY] menu → [TEXT CHANGE]. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user.
[ON SCREEN BUTTON] — <ON SCREEN> button [OTHER BUTTON] Buttons not listed above asqw, <ENTER> button *1 SDI input is supported only for PT-DZ780. Press qw to switch the item. [ENABLE] Enables button operations. [DISABLE] Disables button operations. f The following items are available only when [RGB1/2 BUTTON] of [INPUT SELECT BUTTON] is selected.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [SECURITY] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE] screen is displayed. Press asqw to select the text, and press the <ENTER> button to enter the text. Press asqw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. f To cancel, select [CANCEL].
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu On the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 71) for the operation of the menu screen. f After selecting the item, press asqw to set.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [STORE]. Press the <ENTER> button. When the confirmation screen is displayed, press qw to select [OK], and press the <ENTER> button. Note f The projector does not support 10BaseT Full/Half. When the projector is connected to a twisted-pair-cable transmitter Press as to select [DIGITAL LINK SETUP].
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu If a DHCP server exists in the network where the projector is to be [ON] connected, obtains the IP address automatically. [DHCP] If a DHCP server does not exist in the network where the projector [OFF] is to be connected, set [IP ADDRESS], [SUBNET MASK], and [DEFAULT GATEWAY].
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [DNS2] Displays the address of the secondary DNS server. [MAC ADDRESS] Displays the [MAC ADDRESS]. [DIGITAL LINK MENU] When the optional DIGITAL LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN> terminal, the main menu of DIGITAL LINK output supported device is displayed. Refer to the Operating Instructions of the DIGITAL LINK output supported device for details.
[NONE] No definition *1 Only for PT-DZ780 f The settings can be made by pressing as to select the channel to set and pressing the <ENTER> button to display the item list, and pressing as to select an item, and then pressing the <ENTER> button.
Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu r Example of a normal network connection Computer Projector LAN cable (straight) LAN cable (straight) f A web browser is required to use network function. Confirm that the web browser can be used beforehand. Compatible browser: Internet Explorer 8.0/9.0/10.0/11.0 (Windows OS), Safari 6.0/7.0/8.0 (Mac OS) f Communication with an E-mail server is required to use the E-mail function.
Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Click OK. f The [Projector status] page is displayed. Note f If you use a web browser to control the projector, set [WEB CONTROL] to [ON] in [NETWORK CONTROL] (x page 140). f Do not perform setting or control simultaneously by starting up multiple web browsers. Do not set or control the projector from multiple computers.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Projector status] page Click [Status] → [Projector status]. Display the status of the projector for the following items. [PROJECTOR TYPE] [LAMP POWER] Displays the type of the projector. Displays the setting status of [LAMP POWER] (x page 113). [MAIN VERSION] 10 [INPUT] Displays the firmware version of the projector.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Error information page When [Error (Detail)] or [Warning (Detail)] is displayed in the self-test display of the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the error/warning details. f The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error. Self-test result display Displays the item check results.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu r [WARNING] items Item Description AC input voltage is weak. Use electric wiring that can sufficiently withstand the power [AC POWER] consumption of the projector. The temperature around the optics module inside the projector is low. Projection cannot [LOW-TEMPERATURE] be started until the optics module becomes warm.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Access error log] page Click [Status] → [Access error log]. The error log on the web server is displayed such as access to the pages that do not exist or access with unauthorized user names or passwords. [Mail error log] page Click [Status] →...
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(shutter: open)). [INPUT SELECT] [OSD] Switches the input signal. Switches on (display)/off (hide) the on-screen display function. (SDI input is supported only for PT-DZ780.) [SYSTEM] Switches the system method. [Detail control] page Click [Projector control] → [Detail control]. Control of the projector...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. f Click [Network config] to display the [CAUTION!] screen. f The current settings are displayed by pressing the [Next] button. f Click [Change] to display the setting change screen. [PROJECTOR NAME] [DNS1] Enter the name of the projector.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Adjust clock] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Adjust clock]. [Time Zone] [Date] Select the time zone. Enter the date to be changed. [Set time zone] [Time] Updates the time zone setting. Enter the time to be changed. [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] [Submit] Set to [ON] to adjust the date and time automatically.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [E-mail set up] page When there is a problem or the runtime of the lamp reaches a set value, an E-mail can be sent to preset E-mail addresses (up to two addresses). Click [Detailed set up] → [E-mail set up]. [ENABLE] [MINIMUM TIME] Select [Enable] to use the E-mail function.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [E-MAIL ADDRESS 1], [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] Settings of the conditions to send E-mail Enter the E-mail address to be sent. Leave [E-MAIL ADDRESS Select the conditions to send E-mail. 2] blank when two E-mail addresses are not to be used. [MAIL CONTENTS]: Select either [NORMAL] or [SIMPLE].
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Contents of E-mail sent Example of the E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : DZ780 Serial No...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Example of the E-mail sent for an error The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred. === Panasonic projector report(ERROR) === Projector Type : DZ780 Serial No : 123456789012 ----- check system -----...
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Change password] page Click [Change password]. [Administrator] [Next] Used to change the setting of the [Administrator]. Used to change the setting of the password. [User] Used to change the setting of the [User]. [Administrator] account [Account] [New] Displays the account to change.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [User] account [Account] [OK] Displays the account to change. Determines the change of password. [New] [User name]: Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Password]: Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Password(Retype)]: Enter the desired new password again.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu Operation page [Tools], [Info], [Help] [Input Select] Tabs for selecting the setting, information, or help page of the Controls input selection. projector. Not available when the power of the projector is turned off. [POWER] Menu screen control buttons Turns on/off the power.
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Chapter 4 Settings — [NETWORK] menu [Info] page Click [Info] on the operation page. [Projector Name] [Source] Displays the projector name. Displays the selected input. [Mac Address] [Lamp Mode] Displays the MAC address. Displays the setting status of [LAMP POWER] (x page 113). [Lamp1 Hours], [Lamp2 Hours] [Error Status] Displays the runtime of the lamp 1 and the lamp 2.
Maintenance Chapter 5 This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the components. ENGLISH - 161...
Chapter 5 Maintenance — Lamp/temperature/filter indicators Lamp/temperature/filter indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicators <LAMP1>/<LAMP2>, the temperature indicator <TEMP>, and the filter indicator <FILTER> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and manage the indicated problems as follows.
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Chapter 5 Maintenance — Lamp/temperature/filter indicators Temperature indicator <TEMP> Blinking in red Blinking in red Indicator status Lighting in red (2 times) (3 times) Internal temperature is high Internal temperature is high The cooling fan has Status Warm-up status (warning). (standby status). stopped.
Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement f Make sure to turn off the power before performing maintenance/replacement. (x pages 55, 61) f When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” (x page 61).
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Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Remove the air filter from the air filter case. (Fig. 3) f Hold (a) of the air filter, pull up the air filter while pushing in the direction of the arrow. Cleaning the air filter Remove the air filter beforehand with the previously described procedure of “Removing the air filter”. Clean the air filter.
The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of used lamp units, contact your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal. Attention f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured by Panasonic. Use only specified lamp units. Note f The model numbers of accessories and optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice.
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Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Note f To predict when to replace the lamp, check the lamp runtime displayed on [LAMP1] and [LAMP2] in [STATUS] (x page 122). f 4 000 hours is a rough estimate for replacement, and not a guaranteed time. How to replace the lamp unit Attention f When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, do not conduct work while your face is near the lamp unit.
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Chapter 5 Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement Air filter When the dust remains after cleaning, it is time to replace the air filter. The air filter for the replacement (TMZX5229) is an optional accessory (service part). To purchase the product, consult your dealer. When replacing the lamp unit, it is recommended to replace the air filter as well.
Chapter 5 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Page f Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? ― f Is the <MAIN POWER> switch set to <OFF>? f Is the wall outlet supplying electricity? ―...
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Chapter 5 Maintenance — Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Page f Are the connections between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector or ― an external device correctly done? Cannot control the projector with Art-Net. f Is [Art-Net SETUP] set to other than [OFF]? f Are the [NET], [SUB NET], [UNIVERSE], and [START ADDRESS] settings correct? f Are the connections between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector or ―...
Chapter 5 Maintenance — [SELF TEST] indications [SELF TEST] indications Details and measures for the alphanumeric symbols indicated in [SELF TEST] from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STATUS] (x page 122) are as follows. Self-test indication Details Measure Filter clog f Replace the air filter. Intake air temperature warning f The operating environment temperature is too high.
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Chapter 5 Maintenance — [SELF TEST] indications Self-test indication Details Measure Color wheel error (FM) Color wheel error (FPGA) FPGA configuration error f If the display does not clear after switching the FPGA1 configuration error main power off and on, consult your dealer. FPGA2 configuration error Lens mounter error Geometric adjustment board communication error...
INPT Input selection RGB2 DVI-D HDMI INPT? Input selection query DIGITAL LINK SDI (Only for PT-DZ780) AVMT Shutter control Shutter function disabled (shutter: open) AVMT? Shutter status query Shutter function enabled (shutter: closed) Indicates fan errors, and returns f 0 = No error is 1st byte 0 - 2.
DVI-D 32-39 HDMI 40-47 INPUT SELECT (when [DZ870/ DIGITAL LINK 48-55 ― DZ21K] is selected) SDI (Only for PT-DZ780) 56-63 No operation 64-127 P IN P execution, USER1 128-135 P IN P execution, USER2 136-143 P IN P execution, USER3...
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DVI-D 24-31 HDMI 32-39 INPUT SELECT (when DIGITAL LINK 40-47 [DEFAULT] or [USER] is ― SDI (Only for PT-DZ780) 48-55 selected) No operation 56-127 Execute P IN P, USER1 128-135 Execute P IN P, USER2 136-143 Execute P IN P, USER3...
Parameter Default value Remark 0-15 KEYSTONE 16-31 CURVED 32-47 To use PC-1, PC-2, and PC-3, the PC-1 (Only for PT-DZ780) 48-63 GEOMETRY optional Upgrade Kit (Model No.: PC-2 (Only for PT-DZ780) 64-79 ET-UK20) is required. PC-3 (Only for PT-DZ780) 80-95...
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“xxxxxx:yyyyy:zzzzzzzz” xxxxxx Administrator rights user name for the web control (default user name is “admin1”) yyyyy Password of above administrator rights user (default password is “panasonic”) zzzzzzzz 8-byte random number obtained in Step 2) Command transmission method Transmit using the following command formats.
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Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information When web control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect mode) Connecting Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1024) of the projector and request a connection to the projector. f You can obtain both the IP address and the port number from the menu screen of the projector. IP address Obtain from the [NETWORK] menu →...
Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal The <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal of the projector conforms with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer. Connection Single projector Projector connecting terminals Computer D-Sub 9p (female) D-Sub 9p (male) D-Sub 9p (male)
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Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information D-Sub 9-pin (male) Pin No. Signal name Details Outside view ― Received data Transmitted data ― Earth ― Connected internally ― Communication conditions (Factory default) Signal level RS-232C-compliant Sync. method Asynchronous Baud rate 9 600 bps Parity None Character length...
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Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information Attention f If a command is transmitted after the lamp starts illuminating, there may be a delay in response or the command may not be executed. Try sending or receiving any command after 60 seconds. f When transmitting multiple commands, be sure to wait until 0.5 seconds has elapsed after receiving the response from the projector before sending the next command.
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To check if the power is on, use the “Power query” command. Power standby STANDBY Power query Power on RGB1 RGB2 DVI-D Switching the input signal HDMI DIGITAL LINK SDI (Only for PT-DZ780) DUAL SINGLE Query for lamp selection LAMP1 LAMP2 DUAL SINGLE Lamp selection LAMP1 LAMP2 LAMP1...
Power on <b> button, power standby <v> button, <RGB1> button, <RGB2> button, <RGB1/2> button, <DVI-D> button, <VIDEO> button, <HDMI> button, <DIGITAL LINK> button, <SDI> button, <SHUTTER> button (SDI input is supported only for PT-DZ780.) Note f For pin (2) to pin (8) settings, you can make changes if you set [REMOTE2 MODE] to [USER]. (x page 124)
*3 Only supports 480p, 576p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24sF, 1080/24p, 1080/25p, 1080/30p, 1080/50p, and 1080/60p *4 Only for PT-DZ780 Note f In the combination of a, if P IN P function is used with the signals of a different frequency, images in the sub window will not be displayed.
Symbols that indicate formats are as follows. g V: VIDEO, Y/C g R: RGB g Y: YC g D: DVI-D g H: HDMI g S: SDI (Only for PT-DZ780) Scanning freq. Plug and play Dot clock Resolution Mode freq.
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Chapter 6 Appendix — Technical information Scanning freq. Plug and play Dot clock Resolution Mode freq. Format DVI-D Horizontal Vertical (Dots) RGB2 HDMI (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) EDID1 EDID2 EDID3 800 x 600 35.2 56.3 36.0 R/D/H ― 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0 R/D/H...
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Note f The display dot for PT-DZ780 is 1 920 x 1 200, the display dot for PT-DW750 is 1 280 x 800, and the display dot for PT-DX820 is 1 024 x 768. A signal with a different resolution is converted to the number of display dots.
1.8 - 2.5:1 Lens F = 1.7 - 1.9 Electric focus f = 25.6 mm - 35.7 mm Luminous lamp 310 W UHM lamp x 2 PT-DZ780, PT-DW750 7 000 lm (ANSI) Light output *2*3 PT-DX820 8 200 lm (ANSI) PT-DZ780, PT-DW750...
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Width 498 mm (19-19/32") Height 175 mm (6-7/8") (with legs at shortest position) Dimensions PT-DZ780, PT-DW750, PT-DX820 521 mm (20-1/2") (including standard zoom lens) Depth PT-DZ780L, PT-DW750L, 498 mm (19-19/32") (excluding lens mount cover and optional lens) PT-DX820L PT-DZ780, PT-DW750, PT-DX820 Approx. 17.8 k] (39.3 lbs.)
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Horizontal: 15.73 kHz, Vertical: 59.94 Hz; Horizontal: 15.63 kHz, Vertical: 50 Hz For Y/C signal Horizontal: 15 kHz to 100 kHz, Vertical: 24 Hz to 120 Hz PIAS (Panasonic Intelligent Auto Scanning) system For RGB signal f Dot clock frequency: 162 MHz or less...
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1 set, HDMI 19 p, HDCP compatible, Deep Color compatible 1 set (BNC) SD-SDI signal SMPTE ST 259 compliant <SDI IN> terminal (Only for PT-DZ780) HD-SDI signal SMPTE ST 292 compliant 3G-SDI signal SMPTE ST 424 compliant <SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT>...
Chapter 6 Appendix — Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm 249 (9-13/16") 208 (8-3/16") 424.5 (16-23/32") 416 (16-3/8") 498 (19-19/32") * The above dimensions are obtained when the standard zoom lens is attached. * Actual dimensions may differ depending on the product. ENGLISH - 193...
Ask a qualified technician to do the installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling. f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic or the inappropriate choice of location for installation, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.
Index Index [FUNCTION BUTTON] [REMOTE2 MODE] Remote control Accessories Remote control operations <AC IN> terminal 25, 55 [GAMMA] Removing/attaching the projection lens Adjusting adjustable feet [GEOMETRY] Renaming the registered signal [ADVANCED MENU] 73, 88 Replacement [AI] Replacing the air filter Air filter <HDMI>...