Panasonic PT-L759VU manual

Operating Instructions Please read these instructions completely before operating this LCD Projector. LCD PROJECT OR Model No. PT -L759VU / PT -L759XU This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PT -L759VU and PT -L759XU. Illustrations in this manual show the PT -L759XU. Features may vary , so please read care- fully .[...]

2 This instruction manual 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, that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD Projector. For your own protection and prolonged operation of your LCD Projector, please be sure to read the “Important Sa[...]

3 T able of Contents Getting Started Basic Operation Useful Functions Other Information Dear Panasonic Customer ........................................................................................................ 2 Important Safeguards ........................................................................................................... ..[...]

4 CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate your LCD Projector. Save these instructions for future reference. Important Safeguards Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This LCD Projector has been engineered and manufactured to meet applicable safety standards. But IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRIC[...]

5 12 As a safety feature, the LCD Projector is equipped with a 3-prong grounded plug. The 3-prong grounded plug will fit only into a grounding type power outlet. If the plug does not fit, use an adaptor that is properly grounded or have an electrician install a grounded type outlet. Do not attempt to modify this AC plug. 13 For added protection of [...]

6 LCD Projector Features 1 High Brightness and Resolution 786 432 (1 024 X 768) pixels X 3 panels format, 3 100 lumen (ANSI) [PT-L759XU] / 2 400 lumen (ANSI) [PT-L759VU] offers clear images even when ambient light level is high. 2 Compact and Lightweight Completely portable, you can give attractive presentations at any location by connecting the PT[...]

7 Please confirm that the following items are packed in the LCD Projector box. They are provided to help you use or set up your LCD Projector. Contents of LCD Projector Box 13 Automatic Universal Power Supply This unit has an operating voltage range of AC 100 V - 240 V. 14 Digital Zoom function Pressing the D.ZOOM button allows you to magnify the i[...]

8 Product Information LCD Projector 1 Speaker 2 Remote Control Sensor ........................ See page 11 . 3 Security Lock 4 POWER Button/ POWER Indicator STANDBY(R) ON(G) See page 14 . 5 VOLUME+ / - Buttons ............................. See page 18 . 6 Adjust Buttons .................. See pages 19 , 22 . 7 AUTO SETUP Button ....................[...]

9 Product Information 1 POWER Button .................................................................................................................. ............. See page 14 . 2 ENTER Button .................................................................................................................. .............. See page 19 . 3 MENU Butt[...]

10 ■ Using the Laser Pointer on the Remote Control Unit When the Laser beam is aimed at the screen, the Pointer is displayed on the screen. Press LASER on the remote control to activate Laser. DO NOT look into the Laser transmitter, or aim the Laser beam at a person. Shining the Laser beam into the eyes could result in eye damage. Warning CAUTION[...]

11 Projector Screen (approximately 7 m) (approximately 7 m) (approximately 7 m) (approximately 7 m) Operating range of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit toward the remote control signal receptor on the front or the rear of the Projector to operate the Projector. Refer to the illustration below for the operating range of the remo[...]

12 Standard Setting-up Positions The screen should be positioned so that it is not directly touched by sunlight or room light as this will wash out the colors of the picture making it hard to see. When possible, close all blinds, curtains, etc. and dim the lights. Also, the LCD Projector should be at a 90 ° angle to the screen for the best picture[...]

13 Screen Requirements This Projector is used to project the image onto flat screens. However, the brightness and viewable range will vary depending on which type of screen is used. When selecting a screen, check the characteristics of the screen to ensure that it is suitable for the intended place of use. Screen characteristics (reference) Screen [...]

14 T urning the power on and off If the MAIN POWER switch on the LCD Projector is turned off while the cooling fan is still operating, the operating life of the projector lamp will be shortened. Be sure to follow the procedures given below when turning the LCD Projector power supply on and off. • Turning on the power Press the MAIN POWER switch P[...]

15 3 Turn the adjustable legs by hand in either direction to make fine adjustments. • The legs can be extended by up to 52 mm. If you try to extend them any further than this, they will merely spin freely. 1 Lift the front of the LCD Projector to the desired angle. While holding it in place, press the 2 adjuster buttons located under the right an[...]

16 If the LCD Projector is not set up so that it is horizontal, it will not be possible to obtain a distortion-free picture. Turn the adjusters in either direction to make fine adjustments to the level of the Projector so that the Projector is perfectly horizontal. ZOOM Ring FOCUS Ring Adjusting the Lens • Adjustment procedure 1 Turn the ZOOM Rin[...]

17 Press the INPUT button (LCD Projector) (Remote Control Unit) The input source for picture signals and the corresponding audio signals can be changed by pressing the INPUT buttons on the Projector operating panel or on the remote control. The signal from the source which is connected to the RGB1/YP B P R connector is projected. This terminal acce[...]

18 Basic LCD Projector Operation T urning off the Picture and Sound at the same time When SHUTTER button is pressed on the remote control the picture and sound turns off and the screen goes black, Press SHUTTER button again to resume picture and sound. • When the screen goes black, the picture will not be shown on the screen. However , the pictur[...]

19 Menu operation guide 1 Press the MENU button. (The Main MENU screen will be displayed.) 2 Use the arrow ( , ) buttons to select an item, and then press the ENTER button. (The Second MENU screen will be displayed.) 3 Use the arrow ( , ) buttons to select an item, and then press the ENTER button. (The Adjustment MENU screen will be displayed.) Thi[...]

20 The displayed items on the screen differ according to the input signal. <Main MENU> <Second MENU> s o h h i l n s c a o a i s ç ñ i l t n a l g u a p a n e r s t E D F E I t e c p e a l c e s S E : : U N E M 8 z z h 6 H H 0 7 K 5 1 9 8 x . 4 8 2 6 0 1 e y y m s c c i t n n t o e e n D u u u q q R f e e o r r p . F F m o a N H V L e[...]

21 Returning adjustment values to the factory default settings (standard values) If “Reset” is selected while the “Second MENU” or an “Adjustment MENU” is displayed, the setting can be returned to the factory default setting. • During a second menu screen is displayed, chose the “Reset” and then press the ENTER button. 0 1 + t e c[...]

22 Setting-up Positions and Changing the Projection Mode The projection mode used by the Projector can be changed in accordance with the setting-up position. Including ceiling mounting, you may select from four direction types. At the time of shipment from the factory, the Projector is set to the No.1 “DESK/FRONT” projection mode, but this can [...]

23 Setting the Screen T ype This LCD Projector is compatible with wide screen (16:9 ratio). If a wide screen is used and you set the screen type to 16:9 in order to project a wide (16:9) picture to fill the entire screen, pictures are correctly projected within the screen when projecting older (normal) 4:3 ratio pictures. Please follow the instruct[...]

24 Digital V ariable Compression • Adjustment procedure t e c r p e e a l t c e n s S E E : : : R E U T N N E E M n o i t a n z o i i n n e t e o o g a r r i a m u h t u r t c c g o c n n n f i y u a n P S F L I t e c r p e e a l t c e n s S E E : : : R E U T N N E E M 1 T 1 6 N S B U . O E G O 0 Y R x 0 1 y T + a U e l O d p o s f 1 M i f B n D [...]

25 • Adjustment procedure t e c r p e e a l t c e n s S E E : : : R E U T N N E E M n o i t a n z o i i n n e t e o o g a r r i a m u h t u r t c c g o c n n n f i y u a n P S F L I t t e c s p e u a l j c e d s S A E : : : U N E M e n o t s y e K 0 1 + t e s e R t e c r p e e a l t c e n s S E E : : : R E U T N N E E M 1 T 1 6 N S B U . O E G O [...]

26 * Changing the number of dots to be displayed to within 1 024 X 768 may cause a portion of information to be omitted, or the image quality to be degraded. • DTV Format Signals are picture signals from a DVD or a digital broadcast. • The Sync. signal of a DTV format signal (RGB) is only supported if the Horizontal and V ertical frequencies ar[...]

English - 27 3.58 4.43 3.58 4.43 3.58 4.25 or 4.41 AUT O NTSC NTSC4.43 P AL-M PA L P AL-N SECAM * Changing the number of dots to be displayed to within 1 024 X 768 may cause a portion of information to be omitted, or the image quality to be degraded. Blue (Black) Screen with No Input Signal The LCD Projector is equipped with an internal Blue (Black[...]

28 S-VIDEO/VIDEO Signal Format Selection If the correct signal format is not selected and the picture does not appear normal when VIDEO or S-VIDEO signal is being input, select the format by the following procedure. This function is set to “AUT O” at the time of shipment from the factory , so that the Projector can normally be used with this se[...]

29 This LCD Projector can select NATURAL or DYNAMIC as the special characteristic of image quality. Follow the instructions below to select the image qualities you prefer. The procedure and on-screen display as shown below are based on RGB as the input signal from a personal computer . (See page 17 .) Selecting the Image Quality • Selecting proce[...]

30 Max. value + 30 Min. value - 30 Max. value + 30 Min. value - 30 Max. value + 30 Min. value - 30 Max. value + 30 Min. value - 30 Max. value + 3 Min. value - 4 Adjusting the Picture to the Desired Setting The items which can be adjusted will vary depending on the type of input signal. The adjustment procedure below describes the on-screen displays[...]

31 Adjusting the White Balance The picture may become over-saturated with red or blue colo r , and the white color may not be at the desired degree of whiteness. In such cases, adjust the white balance by the following procedure. The procedure and on-screen display as shown below are based on RGB as the input signal from a personal computer . (See [...]

32 When RGB input signal picture is projected from a Personal Computer. It is possible to adjust the Vertical position, Horizontal position, Dot clock and Phase automatically (Effective only at the time of image is projected of RGB signal input except DTV format signal). Using the Auto Setup Feature • Selecting procedure (for on-screen display op[...]

33 Adjusting the Image Position, Dot Clock and Phase Confirm the picture position, Dot Clock, and Phase. If the picture is not correctly positioned within the display area of the screen (the edge of the picture does not appear), adjust the picture position. (This only applies for RGB, YP B P R , DVI-D [PT -L759XU only] input signal.) The items whic[...]

34 Using Other Useful Functions You may use buttons on the LCD Projector or remote control for the following operations. Selecting the Language for On-Screen Displays The language of the LCD Projector is set to English as the factory setting. To select one of six different languages for on-screen displays, follow the instructions below. The procedu[...]

35 Changing to 16:9 (wide) screen format When a S-VIDEO/VIDEO or DTV Format (RGB, YP B P R ) signals is input, the image can be displayed in 16:9 (wide) screen by the following procedure. This only applies for S-VIDEO/VIDEO and DTV Format signal. The procedure below describes the on-screen displays when the S-VIDEO signal or the VIDEO signal is bei[...]

36 Auto Lamp Off The power save function operates as follows: If the projector continues projecting for 15 minutes or more while there is no input signal to be projected, the light source will shut off automatically to save power. And, the projector will enter standby mode. At the time of shipment from the factory, the Auto Lamp Off function is set[...]

37 t e c r p e e a l t c e n s S E E : : : R E U T N N E E M n o i t a n z o i i n n e t e o o g a r r i a m u h t u r t c c g o c n n n f i y u a n P S F L I 8 z z h 6 H H 0 7 K 5 1 9 8 x . 4 8 2 6 0 1 e y y m s c c i t n n t o e e n D u u u q q R f e e o r r p . F F m o a N H V L e p a c s E : U N E M 1 Press MENU to display the menu. 2 Press or [...]

38 Digital Zoom Y ou can enlarge and project specific portions of the input picture and select the enlargement ratio for this portion using the D.ZOOM +/- buttons on the remote control unit. • Y ou can enlarge the center portion of the image to one of 6 magnifications. • Changing the input signal while digital zoom is in use will cancel digital[...]

39 Projecting the DTV Format Signal A DTV Format Signal, such as DVD or digital broadcast, etc. can be input and projected with this Projector. When using this function, please refer to page 43 to correctly connect to the output device of the DTV Format Signal and perform the following settings correctly. Setting of the RGB1/YP B P R Input Signal S[...]

40 Changing the RGB2 IN/RGB1 OUT T erminal • Setting procedure t e c r p e e a l t c e n s S E E : : : R E U T N N E E M n o i t a n z o i i n n e t e o o g a r r i a m u h t u r t c c g o c n n n f i y u a n P S F L I 1 Press MENU to display the menu. 2 Press or to select “Function” , and then ENTER to display the screen. 3 Press or to selec[...]

41 System Configuration Example Notes on system configuration • Turn off the power supply of each system component before connecting any of the components. • Read the instruction manual for each system component before connecting it. • If the necessary cables for connecting any system components are not supplied with the component or availabl[...]

42 Example of connection to a Personal computer Diagram numbers correspond with numbers (see page 44 .) • The RGB input accepts signals from VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA (Compression), UXGA (Compression), and Macintosh compatible computers without the need for any additional hardware. • Plug the VGA signal cable (supplied) correctly into the RGB1/YP B [...]

43 The Component signal (YP B P R signal) can be input and projected with this LCD Projector. Please read the operating instructions regarding the output side of the component when connecting. Diagram numbers correspond with numbers (see page 44 .) BNC-RCA Adaptor (not included) D-sub 15-BNC5 (female) Adaptor Cable (sold separately) 5 (Audio Cable)[...]

44 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 D-Sub mini 15-pin (male) D-Sub mini 15-pin (female) DVI-D 24-pin (male) 13-pin round (male) 13-pin round (male) M3 stereo mini pin (male) RCA pin (male) Type B D-Sub mini 15-pin (male) MAC D-Sub 15-pin (male) DVI-D 24-pin (male) Din 6-pin (male) Din 4-pin (male) RCA pin (male) X 2 RCA pin (male) Type A VGA Cable VGA MAC Adaptor P[...]

45 V ideo/Personal Computer Cables & Adaptors Pin No. Signal name 1 T.M.D.S Data 2- 2 T.M.D.S Data 2+ 3 T.M.D.S Data 2 Shield 4N C 5N C 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8N C 9 T.M.D.S Data 1- 10 T.M.D.S Data 1+ 11 T.M.D.S Data 1 Shield 12 NC 13 NC 14 +5 V 15 GND 81 16 17 9 24 [ DVI-D connector ] (On Projector) Pin No. Signal name 16 Hot Plug Detect 17 T.[...]

46 Using the SERIAL connector (RS-232C) The serial connector which is on the side terminal board of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specifica- tion, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector . Use a proper communication cable which is suitable for the personal computer to con[...]

47 Command Control Contents Remarks PON Power ON POF Power OFF A VL V olume AMT Audio Mute OPM Video Mute IIS Input signal selection ORF RGB1 format selection ORS RGB2 IN/RGB1 OUT selection Q S Lamp ON condition query Control commands The commands which the personal computer can use to control the projector are shown in the following table. Cable s[...]

48 ■ Example of connection Personal Computer 13-pin connector (male) To mouse connector Wireless mouse and keyboard ■ Operation Mouse cursor To USB connector 7 (Accessory USB cable) USB connector Click 2 Button Mouse Button Click 1 Button Buttons By connecting the mouse cable (for PS/2) included with the PT-L759XU/PT-L759VE/ to the computer’s[...]

49 1 Insert the carrying handle into the LCD Projector so that the ▲ mark on the Lock Ring is aligned with RELEASE on the LCD Projector . Removing and Attaching the Carrying Handle The LCD Projector Carrying Handle can be removed and attached. When the Projector is set up so that it need not be moved, you can improve the appearance of the Project[...]

English - 50 • After taking appropriate action, allow the interior to cool thoroughly before switching on the power. A much longer time may be required if the projector had attained an abnormally high internal temperature. • The Lamp installed in the LCD Projector contains metallic material. When the Projector is turned off, the vibration of mo[...]

51 Cleaning the Air Filter Air Filter The air filter should be cleaned about every 100 hours. Also, clean the air filter if the “A-0” is indicated in the STATUS CODE display. Replace the filter when it is clogged or dirty even after cleaning. Cleaning procedure Tools required: Vacuum Cleaner. CAUTION: Operating LCD Projector with torn or damage[...]

52 Lamp replacement period The LCD Projector lamp has a limited operating life of approximately 2 000 hours. If lamp operation time exceeds 1 900 hours, the operation time is displayed (at startup only) and “L-1” is displayed as the STATUS CODE. “Lamp time remaining 10h” will be displayed on-screen when operation time reaches 1 990 hours. T[...]

53 Lamp replacement procedure Caution: Because of possibility of injury, strictly follow the replacement procedure below. Order Lamp ET -LA059X. 1 After the cooling fan has stopped, and STANDBY(R) ON(G) indicator turns solid red. Set the MAIN POWER Switch to OFF and unplug the power cord. Please wait more than one hour for lamp replacement. [ If yo[...]

54 7 Plug the LCD Projector back in by inserting the Power cord in LCD Projector AC socket and set the Main Power Switch to ON. 6 Replace the Lamp unit screws. Replace the Lamp unit screw and the Lamp cover screws using a screwdriver to tighten. • Properly dispose of old Lamp. Screw driver Lamp cover screw 5 Install the new Lamp unit. Remove the [...]

55 Specifications Active Matrix 4:3 Aspect Ratio panels, TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD panels No. of pixels Drive method Projector lamp Lens Brightness Contrast ratio Screen size No. of colors Video systems Lens axis shift Projection (throw) distance V-Frequency H-Frequency 1.3 ″ Poly silicon LCD panel (W/MLA) X 3, RGB shutter method, using Tran[...]

56 Specifications Audio output 1.5 W (10 % THD) Controls Cabinet Buttons/ Switches Remote Control Buttons Main Power ON/OFF, Power ON/OFF, Volume +/-, Auto setup, Menu, Input, , , , , Enter, Keystone Power ON/OFF, Freeze, Shutter, Mute, Volume +/-, Enter, Menu, Input, , , , , Laser, D.Zoom +/-, Keystone, Auto setup, Mouse, Click1, Click2 Speaker 70[...]

57 • The signal input source may not be connected properly. (pp. 41 - 43 ) • The input selection setting may not be correct. (p. 17 ) • The connected signal source may be turned off. (pp. 26 , 27 ) • If the DVI-D signal is not projected, the DVI cable may not have been connected to the PC and LCD Projector at the time the PC was turned on. [...]

58 Ce manuel d’utilisation contient toutes les informations relatives au fonctionnement dont vous aurez besoin. Nous espérons que cela vous aidera à bénéficier pleinement de votre nouveau produit et que vous serez satisfait de votre projecteur à cristaux liquides Panasonic. Pour votre sécurité et pour assurer un fonctionnement durable de v[...]

59 A TTENTION:Lire toutes ces instructions avant d’utiliser votre projecteur . Conserver le mode d’emploi en lieu sûr afin de pouvoir le consulter ultérieurement. Notes importantes concernant la sécurité Ce projecteur à affichage à cristaux liquides a été conçu et fabriqué pour répondre aux normes de sécurité en vigueur . Mais une [...]

60 14 Ne pas surcharger les prises murales et les cordons de rallonge avec trop d’appareils car cela risque de provoquer un incendie ou une décharge électrique. 15 Ne jamais enfoncer d’objets de quelque sorte dans le projecteur à affichage à cristaux liquides par les fentes du boîtier , car ils pourraient toucher des points dangereux sous [...]

61 Utilisation de l’indicateur laser sur la télécommande Appuyer sur LASER sur la télécommande pour activer le laser . ATTENTION: l’utilisation de commandes, de réglages ou l’execution de procfédures autres que celles spécifiées ici peut causer des expositions dangereuses aux radiations. • Les spécifications des radiations laser de[...]

62 Procédure de remplacement de la lampe Commander la lampe ET-LA059X. 1 Lorsque le ventilateur de refroidissement s’est arrêté, et l’indicateur STANDBY(R) ON(G) (attente(R)/mise sous tension) devient rouge, régler l’interrupteur principal sur OFF et débrancher le cordon d’alimentation. Remarque: Attendre au moins une heure avant de re[...]

63 Dieses Bedienungshandbuch enthält alle für den Betrieb dieses Gerätes erforderlichen Informationen. Wir hoffen, dass Ihnen das Handbuch dabei helfen kann, die Leistungsfähigkeit Ihres neuen Gerätes voll auszunutzen und dass Sie mit Ihrem LCD-Projektor von Panasonic zufrieden sind. Zu Ihrem eigenen Schutz und zur Sicherstellung einer langen [...]

64 VORSICHT :Bitte lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise vor der Inbetriebnahme Ihres LCD-Projektors sorgfältig durch. Bewahren Sie die Bedienungsanleitung für spätere Referenznahme an einem sicheren Ort auf. Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Elektrische Energie kann viele sinnvolle Funktionen ausführen. Dieser LCD-Projektor entspricht in seiner Entwicklung[...]

65 13 T rennen Sie sowohl den Netzstecker von der Netzsteckdose ab als auch sämtliche Kabelsysteme für den zusätzlichen Schutz des LCD-Projektors im Falle eines Gewitters, bei Abwesenheit oder bei einer Nichtbenutzung des Gerätes über einen längeren Zeitraum hinweg. Dies verhindert Beschädigungen am LCD-Projektor bei Gewitter und Spannungssc[...]

66 Lampenaustausch Benutzung des Laserzeigers der Fernbedienung W enn man mit dem Laserstrahl auf die Leinwand zeigt, wird auf der Leinwand der Zeiger abgebildet. Zur Aktivierung des Lasers die LASER-T aste der Fernbedienung drücken. • Dieses Produkt besitzt folgende Laserstrahlungs-Spezifikationen: Wellenlänge - 650 nm, max. Ausgang - 1 mW, Kl[...]

67 1 Nachdem das Kühlgebläse abgeschaltet ist und die STANDBY(R) ON(G)-Anzeige zu einem intensiven Rot wechselt. Stellen Sie den Netzschalter auf OFF und ziehen Sie das Stromkabel heraus. Hinweis: Bitte warten Sie länger als eine Stunde für den Lampenaustausch. [ Wenn Sie die Lampe dringend austauschen müssen] • Der LCD-Projektor ist mit ein[...]

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