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Operating Instructions
®
3-chip DLP -based Projector
Commercial Use
Models No.
PT-D12000U
PT-DZ12000U
Read these instructions completely before operating this unit.
TQBJ 0263-2
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Dear Panasonic Customer: This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will help you to get the most performance out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic ® DLP based projector. The serial number of your product may be found on an attached label. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is required. Model number: PT-D12000U/PT-DZ12000U Serial number: 2
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Be sure to read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE” and Contents the “Precautions with regard to safety”. (pp. 4-9) IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE 4 Precautions with regard to safety 6 Before Using 10 Location and function of each part 12 Using the remote control unit 17 Installation 19 Connection 27 Installation of (optional) input modules 30 How to install and remove the projection lens (optional) 36 Projection 37 How to adjust the lens 40 Registration of input signal data 45 Basic operati
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash 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 sufficient 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 pres
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WARNING: 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 i
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Precautions with regard to safety WARNING If a problem occurs (such as no image) or if you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the projector, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. • Do not continue to use the projector in such cases, otherwise fire or electric shocks could result. • Check that no more smoke is coming out, and then contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs. • Do not attempt to repair the projector yourself, as this can be danger
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Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable. • If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and injury or damage could result. Do not place the projector into water or let it become wet. • Failure to observe this may result in fire or electric shocks. Do not disassemble the lamp unit. • If the lamp section breaks, it may cause injury. Do not place liquid containers on top of the projector. • If water spill
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Precautions with regard to safety (continued) CAUTION Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places where the projector may come into contact with smoke or steam. • Using the projector under such conditions may result in fire or electric shocks. When disconnecting the power cord, hold the plug, not the cord. • If the power cord itself is pulled, the cord will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks may result. Always disconnect all cables bef
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Ask an Authorized Service Center to clean inside the projector at least once a year. • If dust is left to build up inside the projector without being cleaned out, it can result in fire or problems with operation. • It is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector before the season for humid weather arrives. Ask your nearest Authorized Service Center to clean the projector when required. Please discuss with the Authorized Service Center regarding cleaning costs. Do not reach for the o
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Before Using Accessories Check that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your projector. Power cord Drop-prevention bracket Remote Control Batteries for Remote For 240 V For 120 V Eye bolt Wire [N2QAYB000076 × 1] Control (AA) [K2CG3YY00035 × 1] [K2CH3YY00001 × 1] [TPAHE86 × 4] [TTRA0143 × 4] Caution when moving the projector The projection lens is susceptible to vibrations and impacts. Be sure to always remove the lens during transport. Cautions regarding setup Be sure to
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Notes on use To view clear images: • The audience cannot enjoy high-contrast and clear images if outside light or the illumination interferes the screen surface. Draw window curtains or blinds, turn off the lightings near the screen or take other proper measures. • In rare cases, wafture can occur on the screen affected by the warm air from the exhaust port depending on the environment. Make sure that there is no equipment in front of the set which will recirculate the exhaust air from the
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Location and function of each part Remote control unit Front 1 2 3 l 4 5 m 6 7 n o p 8 9 j q k r s 1 Remote control operation indicator lamp ENTER button (p. 53) This LED flashes when any button is pressed. If Press to activate a menu selection or to initiate a it doesn’t, check the side Lock switch and the function. batteries. 7 ON SCREEN button (p. 48) 2 POWER STANDBY button (pp. 37, 39) This buttons toggles the display of the onscreen When the projector is operating, use this key t
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Side Top u t Bottom v l s AUTO SET UP button (p. 49) ID ALL button (pp. 18, 77) Pressing this button while projecting an image When two or more projectors are used in the automatically corrects the picture positioning system, this button allows all projectors to on the screen. While the auto setup feature is be controlled regardless of their current ID active, a message “PROGRESS...” appears on the assignments. screen. t LOCK button m SHUTTER button (p. 48) This switch locks the re
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Location and function of each part (continued) Projector Main Unit Front Rear 12 3456 n o pq r s 7 89j k l m 1 j Projection lens cover (p. 36) Projection lens cover lock button (p. 36) Press these side buttons to unlock the lens 2 Projection lens (optional) cowling, pulling it forward to remove. Centering Lens for projecting images on the screen. the lens first may ease removal. 3 Remote control receiver window (front) k Air filter (p. 112) (p. 17) l This window receives the signal
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Side Controls Connection 4 5 6 7 8 9 terminals (p. 16) Controls 123 j k l m n 1 8 AC IN terminal (p. 37) LENS button (p. 40) Connect the supplied line power cord into this Toggles through the lens Zoom, Focus, and Shift receptacle. (H & V) adjustment modes. Do not connect any other cable to this socket. 9 ENTER button (p. 53) 2 MAIN POWER switch (pp. 37-39) Press to activate a menu selection or to initiate a Use this switch to turn on “I” and off “ ○” the function. commercial line p
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Location and function of each part (continued) Connection terminals 1 2 34 5 6 789 j k l 1 6 REMOTE1 lN/OUT terminal (p. 18) LAN terminal (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) When two or more main units are used in the (pp. 28-29, 93) system, they can be connected and controlled The projector can be connected to a network and with a wired remote control cable (M3 jack). controlled through it’s onboard web page. 2 7 REMOTE2 IN terminal (p. 110) VIDEO IN terminal (p. 28) The user can remotely control t
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Using the remote control unit Loading batteries Effective range of remote When loading supplied AA batteries into the battery control operation compartment of the Remote Control, make sure that The Remote Control should normally be aimed at their polarities are correct. either the front or rear remote control receiver window on the projector (figure 1). 1. Open battery compartment lid. The effective control range is approx. 30 metres from 1 2 • Open the lid in the order and then . the be
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Using the remote control unit (continued) Note Using a wired remote • The Remote Control may not function properly if line-of-site operation is blocked. control • The Remote Control receiver may not function When multiple projectors are connected as part of properly in intense ambient light such as fluorescent the system, connect to units with a M3 stereo mini lamps. Carefully site the projector so its Remote jack cable (sold separately) to simultaneously control Control receiver window
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Installation Examples of system expansion The projector is provided with a number of terminals and optional accessories to enable various system expansions. The following are some examples of system expansion: System 1 The optional high- or low-ceiling mount brackets enable flexible installation. System 2 Connection to a computer via the DVI-D IN terminal or DVI-D input module (optional). System 3 Built-in keystone and geometric correction can compensate for offset projector mounting and curv
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Installation (continued) Adjusting the feet The four adjustable feet (p. 14) mounted at the bottom of the projector are level-adjustable (0 mm–15 mm) which can be used when the mounting surface is uneven. (Front) (Rear) Projection scheme All four combinations of Front, Rear, Ceiling or Floor mounting are available. Use the INSTALLATION menu to choose the desired projection scheme. (p. 78) Installation geometry When planning the projector and screen geometry, refer to the figures below and th
