Panasonic PT-L6600E manual

1 LCD Projector Commercial Use Operating Instructions PT -L6510E PT -L6600E Model No. Read these instructions completely before operating this unit. TQBJ 01 19 ENGLISH[...]

2 W ARNING: 1) Remove the plug from the wall outlet when this unitis not in use for a prolonged period of time. 2) T o prevent electric shock, do not remove cover . No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 3) Do not remove the earthing pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three prong eart[...]

3 ENGLISH lMPORT ANT : THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) FOR YOUR SAFETY , PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULL Y . This appliance is supplied with a moutded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps a[...]

4 IMPORT ANT SAFETY NOTICE ......................... 2 Precautions with regard to safety ................... 5 W ARNING ....................................................................... 5 Caution ............................................................................ 6 Accessories ....................................................... 7[...]

5 ENGLISH Precautions with regard to safety W ARNING If a problem occurs (such as no image or no sound) 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. ?[...]

6 Do not place liquid containers on top of the projector . • If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire or electric shocks could result. • If any water gets inside the projector , contact an Authorized Service Centre. Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector . • Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects [...]

7 ENGLISH Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used. • Strong light is emitted from the projector ’s lens. If you look directly into this light, it can hurt and damage your eyes. Do not bring your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port. • Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not bring your hands or fa[...]

8 Cautions regarding transportation Be sure to attach the lens cover before transporting the projector . The projection lens is extremely susceptible to vibration and shocks. When carrying the projector , be careful not to subject to excessive vibration or shock while under transport. Cautions regarding setting-up Observe the following at all times[...]

9 ENGLISH REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT IN R/R-Y/P R G/Y SYNC/HD VD B/B-Y/P B IN OUT OUT IN R L USB SERIAL S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN RGB AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO RGB 2 IN OUT IN DVI-D RGB 1 IN > PC < TBMU152 REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT IN R/R-Y/P R G/Y SYNC/HD VD B/B-Y/P B IN OUT OUT IN R L USB SERIAL S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN RGB AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO [...]

10 ENTER button (page 16 and 28) Press this button to enter your menu selection or to run functions. The button acts as the right mouse button if the Mode switch is set to the Computer position. FREEZE button (page 25) Press this button to temporarily freeze the image presently on the screen. SHUTTER button (page 25) Press this button to temporaril[...]

11 ENGLISH Status LED lights (V iewed from the rear side) Remote control receiver window (page 14) Receives IR commands transmitted from the remote control. Focus ring (page 23) For focus adjustment. Powered focus adjustment is also available. Projection lens Images are projected onto the screen through this lens. Lens cap Cap the lens whenever the[...]

12 Stack Lid When two projectors are to be stacked, use this lid for positioning. Carrying handle Pull out this handle to carry the unit. Lamp unit compartment (page 43) Houses the lamp unit. Rear side remote control receiver window (page 14) Receives commands transmitted from the remote control. Control subpanel lid Open this lid to access the con[...]

13 ENGLISH < Interface panel > SERIAL IN port (pages 20, 21, 22 and 37) Use the RS-232C serial port as an alternative interface for controlling the projector from your PC. (D-SUB 9 pin) SERIAL OUT port (pages 21 and 22) The signal applied to the serial input port appears at this port (9-pin D-sub female connector). RGB1 (YP B P R ) input port[...]

14 projector Screen Remote control receiver window (Front) Remote control receiver window (Rear) Remote control REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT IN R/R-Y/P R G/Y SYNC/HD VD B/B-Y/P B IN OUT OUT IN R L USB SERIAL S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN RGB AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO RGB 2 IN OUT IN DVI-D RGB 1 IN > PC < TBMU152 OUT Using the Remote control unit Loading [...]

15 ENGLISH PUSH LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM WAVE LENGHT: 640-660nm MAXIMUM OUTPUT: 1mW CLASS I I LASER PRODUCT PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J IN EFFECT AS OF DATE OF MANUFACTURE. MANUFACTURER: MANUFACTURED: LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT IEC60825–1:1993+A1:1997 EN60825–1:1994+A11:19[...]

16 • When your PC is attached to the projector for the first time, the “new hardware wizard” will launch automatically . When USB cable connects for the first time between projector and PC, the following massage appear from PC. The reason that the driver not installed, therfore press “NEXT” button continuously and finally . Press “Finis[...]

17 ENGLISH Projector's side interface panel To a second projector Remote control Remote control cable (accessory) Conversion plug (accessory) REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT OUT IN T USB SERIAL IO RGB 2 IN > PC < TBMU152 Using the remote control in wired mode T wo or more projectors can be controlled from a single Remote Control by co[...]

18 Projection Distances Installation Geometry After the projector is roughly positioned, picture size and vertical picture positioning can be finely adjusted with the powered zoom lens and lens tilt mechanism. Setting-up Projection Schemes Any of the following four projection schemes can be used with the PT -L6510E/L6600E projector depending on use[...]

19 ENGLISH Setup precautions • Before connecting any of your video/audio equipment to the projector , carefully read the owners manual supplied with the equipment once again. • All cable connections should be made with the entire system devices, including the projector , first turned off. • Obtain commercial interconnecting cables for devices[...]

20 REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT IN R/R-Y/P R G/Y SYNC/HD VD B/B-Y/P B IN OUT OUT IN R L USB SERIAL S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN RGB AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO RGB 2 IN OUT IN DVI-D RGB 1 IN > PC < TBMU152 OUT Laser disc player Video deck Di g ital Hi-vision video deck Audio equipment Control PC Colour monitor Red (Conect P R ) Blue (Conect P B ) Green(Co[...]

21 ENGLISH Example of connecting with PCs Caution • When the projector's main power is turned OFF , also turn OFF all the PCs connected to it. • *1 An asterisk denotes that the second projector requires positioning if the RGB outputs are connected in a daisy chain. However , the signals should be divided at the signal source if possible. N[...]

22 Example of connecting with system switcher Setting-up REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT IN R/R-Y/P R G/Y SYNC/HD VD B/B-Y/P B IN OUT OUT IN R L USB SERIAL S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN RGB AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO RGB 2 IN OUT IN DVI-D RGB 1 IN > PC < TBMU152 OUT REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT IN R/R-Y/P R G/Y SYNC/HD VD B/B-Y/P B IN OUT OUT IN R L US[...]

23 ENGLISH Fit the picture size to the screen size--- [Projector] Fit the picture size to the screen size with the “ZOOM (+/-)” buttons on the projector's rear control panel. Repeat steps through until the picture completely fits within the screen bounds. Adjust focus again with the “ FOCUS (+/-) ” buttons on the rear control panel or [...]

24 Leveling the Projector For the best viewing result free from distortion, the projector should be carefully leveled on its base. Follow the steps below to correct the tilt angle of the projector when it is installed on a floor-standing base. Adjusting the V ertical Position of the Picture The vertical position of the picture can be adjusted using[...]

25 ENGLISH Using the Shutter function Using the Freeze function The picture freezes each time you press the remote control “FREEZE” button. The shutter function can be used to momentarily turn off the picture and sound from the projector when the projector is not being used for short periods of time, such as during breaks in meetings or when ca[...]

26 < For PT -L6510E > 1. Press the remote control Digital Zoom (D.ZOOM +/-) buttons. The projector enters Highlight mode as illustrated on the left. 2. Use the arrow ( ) buttons to highlight the portion you wish to zoom in on. 3. Press the “ ENTER ” button. The highlighted portion will now be enlarged 2.0 times to the size of the full scr[...]

27 ENGLISH On-screen menus Menu screens Menus are extensively used for configuring, adjusting, or reconfiguring the projector . The menu structure is as follows: MENU INDEX WINDOW PICTURE AUDIO OPTION 2 OPTION 1 ZOOM/FOCUS POSITION LANGUAGE SELECT ENTER OPTION 1 OSD LENS SHIFT FRONT/REAR DESK/CEILING OFF ON FRONT DESK BACK COLOUR BLUE RGB FORMAT Y?[...]

28 Basic Menu Operations 1. Press the “ MENU ” button. The MAIN MENU appears on the screen. (e.g. : MAIN MENU for the PT -L6510E) 2. Select (highlight) the desired item with the or buttons. Selected items are displayed in yellow . 3. Press the “ ENTER ” button to enter your selection. The submenu for the selected option will now open. (e.g.[...]

29 ENGLISH The picture presently on the screen can be saved to memory as a still image. The saved image can then be shown alongside a moving image in a split screen (index window). Using the INDEX WINDOW function (PT -L6510E only) 1. Select the “ INDEX WINDOW ” from menu and press the “ ENTER ” button. 2. Change the picture height with the [...]

30 Adjusting the picture 1. Obtain the MENU window and select (highlight) the desired option item with the or buttons. 2. Adjust the parameter value with the or buttons. For items requiring a separate bar graph, first display the bar graph with the “ ENTER ” or / buttons, then adjust the parameter value with the or buttons. • For RGB/YP B P R[...]

31 ENGLISH TV -SYSTEM (for composite/S-video only) AUTO1: Automatically selects the TV standard that matches the input video signal, out of NTSC, P AL, NTSC4.43, and SECAM. AUTO2: Automatically selects the TV standard that matches the input video signal, out of NTSC, P AL-M, and P AL-N. • Normally “AUT O1” or “AUTO2” should be chosen for [...]

32 Adjusting the position 1. Obtain MENU window and move highlight cursor up and down through the menu with the or button. 2. Adjust parameter value for the selected item with the or button. For items that call for a separate bar graph, first show the bar graph with the “ ENTER ” or / button, then adjust parameter value with the or button. • [...]

33 ENGLISH Adjusting the Zoom/Focus Changing the display language ZOOM “ZOOM” is used to adjust projected picture size. button: Increases picture size. button: Reduces picture size. When the picture size reaches the upper or lower limits, the colour of the arrows on the four corners will change from light blue to red. FOCUS “FOCUS” is used [...]

34 OPTION 1 settings 1. Obtain the MENU window and select (highlight) the desired adjustment item with the or buttons (on the projector or remote control). 2. Adjust the parameter value for the selected item with the or buttons. OSD (On-Screen Display) ON: The name of the signal applied is displayed in the upper left corner of the screen whenever t[...]

35 ENGLISH LAMP SELECT “LAMP SELECT” is used to choose from Single Lamp and Dual Lamp modes depending on user's needs or viewing conditions. In Single Lamp mode, the projector may automatically select either lamp from the 2 lamps, or the particular lamp can be specified. DUAL: T wo lamps are used simultaneously . SINGLE: One of either lamp[...]

36 Deleting User Mode (e.g. Deleting the data of “USER1”) 1. Choose “USER MODE” on “OPTION2” and press the “ENTER” button. 2. Choose “DELETE” using the or buttons. 3. Choose the address (USER1) you want to delete data from using the or buttons and press the “ENTER” button. 4. After recorgnizing the flashing of the address di[...]

37 ENGLISH The projector is equipped with an RS-232C standard serial terminal at the rear . It is therefore possible to connect it to a computer for control. Connection Using the SERIAL Communication requirements Basic format T ransmission from the computer begins with STX, then the command, parameter and ETX are sent in this order . Colon (:) is n[...]

38 Power ON Remarks Command Control contents PON Power OFF POF Volume AVL Mute (audio mute) AMT Switch input modes IIS Switch RGB 1 · 2 input signals ORF Check lamp lighting condition Q$S Check lamp lighting condition QLS SET ID OSI Freeze OFZ Menu OMN Enter OEN Cursor up OCU Cursor down OCD Cursor left OCL Cursor right OCR Auto setup OAS Shutter [...]

39 ENGLISH Using the remote terminal Using the remote terminal built into this projector , it is possible to operate the projector from an external location from where infrared remote control signals cannot be received, by using a remote control panel. Pin assignment and control Short pin 1 and pin 9 when controlling. Example of a control panel lay[...]

40 Indication of lamp monitor This projector is equipped with 3 indicators to show when a lamp needs replacement or there is an abnormal internal temperature. These lamps flash or light up to indicate a problem. T urn the power off and follow the steps below . R E M O T E R G B O U T O U T W I R E D I N I N O U T I N R / R - Y / P R G / Y S Y N C /[...]

41 ENGLISH If too much dust accumulates in the air filter , the temperature inside main unit will become high. • With the PT -L6510E, the temperature sensor (TEMP) lamp will flash. • With the PT -L6600E, the temperature sensor (TEMP) lamp will flash and the light source lamp will go out. Clean the air filter approximately every 100 hours of use[...]

42 Notes when replacing the lamp unit: • The internal pressure of the light source is high, therefore if it is struck by hard objects or dropped, it may cause damage. Be careful when handling. • Handle the old lamp unit with care as it is easily broken. • A Philips screwdriver is necessary when replacing the lamp unit. Be careful not to slip [...]

43 ENGLISH Lamp unit replacement steps Caution • After 2000 hours of operating the same lamp, it is only possible to operate the unit for approximately 10 minutes. Replace the lamp and steps 8 to 14 must be completed within 10 minutes: 1. T urn the power off by following the steps on page 23, remove the power plug and confirm that the surrounding[...]

44 8. Insert the power cord plug into the wall outlet and then press the MAIN POWER switch. Caution • If the power does not turn on even after turning the MAIN POWER switch “I”, turn the MAIN POWER “O”, confirm that the lamp unit and door are installed correctly , and turn on again. 9. Press the “ POWER ” button so that a picture is p[...]

45 ENGLISH Before asking for service ---Before asking for service, cheque the following points. Cheques • Is the power cord plug correctly plugged in? • Is the MAIN POWER turned on? • Is electricity running to the power outlet? • Is the temperature monitor (TEMP) indicator on the front of the unit flashing or turned on? (See page 40) • Is[...]

46 Specifications 1.398.784 pixels (1.366 x 1.024 dots) x 3 [625i] H = 15.63 kHz V = 50 Hz [720p] H = 45 kHz V = 60 Hz [1080i] H = 33.75 kHz V = 60 Hz PT-L6510E (XGA) PT-L6600E (SXGA) Model No. Supply voltage Power consumption Panel size Display system Driving scheme Pixel count Powered zoom powered focus control Projection lamp Optical output Comp[...]

47 ENGLISH RGB2 input Audio input for RGB 1/2 VIDEO S-video Audio input for composite/S-video Audio output RGB output SERIAL REMOTE WIRED input USB input USB output Power cord Enclosure Outer dimensions Weight Operating conditions Interface port Remote control High-density D-sub 15-pin connector (female) YP B P R input: Y = 1.0 V [p-p] including sy[...]

48 <Compatible RGB Signals> The following table specifies the types of RGB signals compatible with the projector . If signals other than this are applied, the projector may produce anything from a distorted display to simply the default (blue or black) background. Appendix H x V Pixels 640 x 400 640 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 4[...]

49 ENGLISH Dimensions unit : mm 480 495 179 476 495 REMOTE RGB OUT OUT WIRED IN IN OUT IN R/R-Y/P R G/Y SYNC/HD VD B/B-Y/P B IN OUT OUT IN R L USB SERIAL S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN RGB AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO RGB 2 IN OUT IN DVI-D RGB 1 IN > PC < TBMU152 T rademark • PS/2, VGA, and XGA are trademarks of U.S. IBM Corporation. • Macintosh is a registere[...]

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