Operating Instructions Functional Manual DLPTM Projector Commercial Use PT-DW730E PT-DW730EL PT-DX800E PT-DX800EL Model No. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the Model No.
Information Read Read thisthis first! first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. Important Information o prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain WARNING: T or moisture. Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3. GSGV, January 18, 1991: The sound pressure level at the operator position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779. WARNING: 1.
Read this first! FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded 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 and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Important Information IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
Read this first! Important Information WARNING: 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. zz If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
WARNING: Do not cover the air inlet port or the air outlet port. Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the projector. zz Do not place the projector in narrow, badly ventilated places such as closets or bookshelves. zz Do not place the projector on cloth or papers, as these materials could be drawn into the air inlet port. Do not place your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port. Doing so will cause burns or damage your hands or other objects.
Read this first! Important Information WARNING: 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. zz Do not use unspecified batteries. zz Do not disassemble dry cell batteries. zz Do not heat the batteries or place them into water or fire. zz Do not allow the + and - terminals of the batteries to come into contact with metallic objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
Read this first! Important Information CAUTION: ON USE/INSTALLATION Do not put your weight on this projector. You could fall or the projector could break, and injury will result. zz Be especially careful not to let young children stand or sit on the projector. Do not place the projector in extremely hot locations. Doing so will cause the outer casing or internal components to deteriorate, or result in fire. zz Take particular care in locations exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves.
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Feature of the Projector High clarity and high color reproducibility ▶The unique optical system and lamp boost control realizes high clarity and high color reproducibility. Easy setup and improved serviceability ▶Extensive lineup of optional lenses allow more flexible setup of the projector. Improved cost performance in maintenance fee ▶The new filter reduces the maintenance cost. Quick Steps For details, see the corresponding pages. 1. Set up your projector. ( page 21) 2. Attach the projection lens.
Contents Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 8) Important Information Important Information Read this first! ............................................ 2 Precautions for Use...................................12 Preparation Cautions when transporting ............................. 12 Cautions when installing .................................. 12 Security ...........................................................14 Disposal ........................................................
Managing the indicated problems ...................87 Maintenance/Replacement ....................... 89 Before maintaining/replacing the unit ...............89 Maintenance ...................................................89 Replacing the unit ...........................................90 Troubleshooting ....................................... 93 Appendix Technical Information ............................... 95 PJLink protocol................................................
Precautions Precautions for Usefor Use Important Information Cautions when transporting z Projection lens is susceptible to effects due to vibration or impact. Make sure to remove the lens when transporting. z When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions. z Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet.
■ Do not use the projector tilted right or left. Using the projector at a vertical angle that exceeds 15° may reduce product life or result in malfunction. ■ When installing and using the projector at an angle that exceeds 30° vertically, set [COOLING CONDITION] ( page 62). Failure to observe this will result in malfunctions or the lamp life or other components will be shortened.
Precautions for Use Important Information Security Take safety measures against following incidents. z Personal information being leaked via this product z Unauthorized operation of this product by a malicious third party z Interfering or stopping of this product by a malicious third party Take sufficient security measures. ( page 70) z Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. z Change your password periodically.
Cautions on use ■ In order to get the picture quality Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen. Important Information Precautions for Use ■ Do not touch the surface of the projection lens with your bare hands. If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified and projected onto the screen.
Precautions for Use Important Information Accessories Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers in the brackets ( ) show the number of accessories.
About Your Projector About Your Projector ■ Top Remote control signal emitters ■ Front (1) (2) (3) (10) (4) (11) (5) (6) (12) (13) (7) (14) (8) (9) (15) (16) (17) ■ Bottom Remote control wired terminal ( page 20) (1) Remote control indicator Flashes by pressing any buttons. (2) STANDBY ( ) button Sets the projector to the standby mode when the switch on the projector is set to .
About Your Projector Projector body ■ Front (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Preparation (6) (7) (8) (6) ■ Rear (1) Power indicator Displays the status of the power. (2) Lamp indicator Displays the status of the lamp 1. (3) Lamp indicator Displays the status of the lamp 2. (4) Temperature indicator Displays the status of the internal temperature. (5) Filter indicator Displays the status of the air filter unit.
About Your Projector ■ Control panel (1) (2) (9) (10) (3) (4) (11) (5) (6) (7) (8) (12) (1) STANDBY ( ) button Sets the projector to the standby mode when the switch on the projector is set to . (2) POWER ON ( ) button Starts projection when the switch on the projector is set to and in the standby mode. (3)
Using Remote Using Remote control control Inserting and removing the batteries 1) Open the cover. Note z Set the ID number of the projector from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR ID] ( page 61). Connecting to the projector with a cable (ii) (i) Preparation 2) Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the side first). When you use the system with multiple projectors, configure the units as in the following figure.
Setting up Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following four projection methods. Select the appropriate method depending on the environment.
Setting up Screen size and throw distance Install the projector referring to the following figures and table describing projection distances. Image size and image position can be adjusted in accordance with the screen size and screen position.
Setting up ■ Projection distance per projection lens (for PT-DW730E) z When the screen aspect ratio is 16:10 (unit: m) (All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.) Projection lens Model No. – 1.8–2.5:1 Throw ratio *1 Optional lens FixedUltra shortShort-focus Medium-focus focus lens focus zoom lens zoom lens zoom lens Long-focus Ultra long-focus zoom lens zoom lens ET-DLE055 ET-DLE080 0.8:1 0.8–1.
Setting up z When the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (unit: m) (All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.) Standard zoom lens Lens type Projection lens Model No. Throw ratio – 2.2–3.0:1 *1 Optional lens FixedUltra shortShort-focus Medium-focus focus lens focus zoom lens zoom lens zoom lens Long-focus Ultra long-focus zoom lens zoom lens ET-DLE055 ET-DLE080 1.0:1 1.0–1.
Setting up ■ Projection distance per projection lens (for PT-DX800E) z When the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (unit: m) (All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.) Standard zoom lens Projection lens Model No. – Throw ratio*1 2.2–3.
Setting up ■ Projection distance calculation formula per projection lens (for PT-DW730E) Lens type Aspect ratio 16:10 Standard zoom lens – 16:9 Model No.: ET-DLE055 L = 1.7717 x SD (m) – 0.0746 16:10 Max. (LT) – 16:9 4:3 – – L = 2.4724 x SD (m) – 0.0725 L = 0.7244 x SD (m) – 0.0476 L = 0.7441 x SD (m) – 0.0476 L = 0.8189 x SD (m) – 0.0476 Min. (LW) L = 0.7205 x SD (m) – 0.0471 Max. (LT) L = 0.8937 x SD (m) – 0.0442 Min. (LW) L = 0.7402 x SD (m) – 0.0471 Max. (LT) L = 0.9173 x SD (m) – 0.
Setting up ■ Projection distance calculation formula per projection lens (for PT-DX800E) Aspect ratio L = 1.4567 x SD (m) – 0.0746 Max. (LT) L = 2.0354 x SD (m) – 0.0725 Min. (LW) L = 1.5866 x SD (m) – 0.0746 Max. (LT) L = 2.2165 x SD (m) – 0.0725 4:3 – L = 0.6732 x SD (m) – 0.0476 16:9 – Min. (LW) L = 0.7323 x SD (m) – 0.0476 L = 0.6693 x SD (m) – 0.0471 4:3 Standard zoom lens – 16:9 Fixed-focus lens Model No.: ET-DLE055 4:3 Ultra short-focus zoom lens Model No.
Removing/attaching thelens projection lens Removing/attaching the projection Perform the following steps when removing/attaching the standard zoom lens or the optional lens. Move the lens to the home position before replacing or removing the lens. ( page 36) Attention z Replace the projection lens after turning off the power of the projector. z Do not touch the lens signal receiver. Dust or dirt may cause defective contact. z Do not touch the lens surface with your bare hands.
Removing/attaching the projection lens Attaching the projection lens 1) Remove the projection lens cover, align the guide of the projection lens to the guide groove on the projector, and then insert the projection lens. Groove Guide Getting Started Projection lens 2) Turn the projection lens clockwise until it clicks.
Connections Connections Before connecting to the projector z Read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. z Turning off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. z If any connection cable is not supplied with the device, or if no optional cable is available for the connection of the device, prepare a necessary system connection cable to suit the device. z Video signals containing too much jitter may cause the images on the screen to randomly wobble or wafture.
Connections Connecting example: AV equipment VCR (TBC built-in) DVD player with HDMI terminal (HDCP) Attention z Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR. – A VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC) – A time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR z If nonstandard burst signals are connected, the image may be distorted. In such case, connect the time base corrector (TBC) between the projector.
Powering ON/OFF Powering ON/OFF Connecting the power cord Be sure to insert the supplied power cord securely to its base to prevent it from coming off. Confirm that the switch is at the side, before connecting the power cord. ■ Attaching ■ Removing 1) Check the shapes of the AC IN terminal and the power cord connector and insert the plug securely in the correct direction. 1) Confirm that the switch is at the side and unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Powering ON/OFF Power indicator The power indicator informs you of the power status. Check the status of the power indicator before operating the projector. Power indicator Red Lit Green Lit Orange Lit Status The main power is switched off. The power is switched off. (Standby mode) z Press the POWER ON < > button to start the projection.
Powering ON/OFF 3) 5) 4) 8), 10), 11), 12) 3) 5) 4), 11) 2) 1) 7) Powering up the projector When using the optional projection lens, attach the projection lens before turning on the power. ( page 29) Remove the lens cover beforehand. 6) 9) 6) 8) 10), 12) 9) Making adjustment and selection 1) Connect the power plug to the outlet. It is recommended that the images are projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus is adjusted.
Powering ON/OFF 3) STANDBY(RED)/ ON(GREEN) 4) LAMP TEMP 1) 2) 1) FILTER 2) 1) Press the STANDBY < > button. 2) Press the ◀▶ buttons to select [OK], and press the button. (Or press the STANDBY < > button again.) z Projection of the image will stop, and the Power indicator on the projector lights in orange. (The fan keeps running.) 3) Wait until the power indicator of the projector turns red (until the fan stops).
Projecting Projecting Check the connections of the external devices, attachment of the projection lens ( page 29), and connection of the power cord ( page 32), and turn on the power ( page 34) to start the projection. Select the input signal and adjust the image. Selecting the input signal Select an input signal. Press the Input Selection (, , ,
Projecting Adjustment range by the lens position shift (optical shift) Perform the lens position shift within the adjustment range. The focus may change when the lens position is shifted out of the adjustment range. This is because the movement of the lens is restricted to protect the optical parts. Projection position can be adjusted with the optical axis shift based on the standard projection position in the range shown in the following figures.
Basic operations the remote control Basic operations using theusing remote control Note z If the
Basic operations using the remote control The automatic setup function can be used to automatically adjust the resolution, clock phase, and picture position when analog RGB signals consisting of bitmap images such as computer signals are being input, or to automatically adjust the picture position when DVI-D/HDMI signals are being input. (Automatic setup does not work for a movie format signal such as an output signal of the DVD player.
Basic operations using the remote control Changing the picture aspect ratio You can toggle through aspect ratios to select the one that is appropriate for the input signal. button Press the button on the remote control. z The setting will change as follows each time the button is pressed. [VID AUTO]*1 [DEFAULT] [S1 AUTO]*2 [VID AUTO(PRI.
Menu Navigation Menu Navigation The on-screen menu (Menu screen) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu ■ Operating procedure z For some items, press to display an individual adjustment screen with a bar scale as shown in the following diagram. button CONTRAST 1) Press the
Menu Navigation Note z You cannot reset all the settings to the factory default at a time. z To reset all the settings adjusted in the sub-menu item to the factory default at a time, perform initialization from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [INITIALIZE] ( page 66). z Some menu items cannot be reset by pressing the button. Adjust each item manually. z The triangular mark under the bar scale in the individual adjustment screen indicates the factory default setting.
Menu Navigation ■ [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] ■ [SECURITY] Details ( page 54) ■ [DISPLAY OPTION] Sub-menu item [COLOR MATCHING] [COLOR CORRECTION] [CONTRAST MODE] [SCREEN SETTING] [AUTO SIGNAL] [AUTO SETUP] [DVI-D IN] [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] [BACK COLOR] [STARTUP LOGO] [FREEZE] [SIDE BY SIDE]*1 Factory default Page [OFF] 55 [OFF] 56 [DEFAULT] 56 57 [OFF] 57 57 58 58 [BLUE] 59 [DEFAULT 60 LOGO] 60 60 Sub-menu item Factory default Page [SECURITY PASSWORD] [OFF] 70 [SECURITY PASSWORD 70 CHANGE] [DISPLAY SETTING] [OFF
[PICTURE] [PICTURE] menumenu Select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z After selecting the item, press to set. [CONTRAST] You can adjust the contrast of the colors. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CONTRAST]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the button. z The [CONTRAST] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to adjust the level.
[PICTURE] menu You can adjust the color saturation of the projected image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [COLOR]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the button. z The [COLOR] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Adjustment range Press . Deepens colors. Maximum value +31 Press . Weakens colors. Minimum value -31 [TINT] You can adjust the skin tone in the projected image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [TINT]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the button.
[PICTURE] menu [WHITE GAIN] You can adjust the brightness of the white part of the projected image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [WHITE GAIN]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the button. z The [WHITE GAIN] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to adjust the level. Operation Press . Press . Adjustment Increases the brightness of white. Makes image natural.
[PICTURE] menu [AI] You can project the optimal image with contrast by controlling the gradation in accordance with the image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [AI]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the button. z The [AI] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to switch [AI]. z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [ON] ■ When entering signals to the / terminal z Only during 480i, 576i, or 576p signal input Select [RGB] or [YCBCR].
[POSITION] [POSITION] menu menu Select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z After selecting the item, press to set. [ASPECT] You can switch the aspect ratio of the image. The aspect ratio is switched within the screen range selected in [SCREEN SETTING]. Set [SCREEN SETTING] first. ( page 57) 1) Press ▲▼ to select [ASPECT]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the button.
[POSITION] menu When standard signals are input, the pictures are displayed with the aspect ratio converted to 16:9. When wide-screen signals*2 are input, the pictures are displayed without changing the aspect ratio. *1 ■ [4 : 3] When standard signals*1 are input, the pictures are displayed without changing the aspect ratio. When wide-screen signals*2 are input and [4:3] is selected with [SCREEN FORMAT], the aspect ratio is changed to 4:3.
[POSITION] menu [CLOCK PHASE] ■ [KEYSTONE] You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CLOCK PHASE]. 2) Press ◀▶ or the button. z The [CLOCK PHASE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to adjust the level. ■ [SUB KEYSTONE] z Adjustment value will change between [0] and [31]. Adjust so that the amount of interference is at a minimum.
[ADVANCED MENU] Select [ADVANCED MENU] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z After selecting the item, press to set. [ADVANCED MENU] [BLANKING] The blanking width is adjusted when there are noise at the edge of the screen or the image is slightly running out from the screen when an image from the VCR or other devices are projected. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [BLANKING].
[ADVANCED MENU] [INPUT RESOLUTION] You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [INPUT RESOLUTION]. 2) Press the button. z The [INPUT RESOLUTION] screen is displayed. 3) Press ▲▼ to select [TOTAL DOTS], [DISPLAY DOTS], [TOTAL LINES], or [DISPLAY LINES], and press ◀▶ to adjust it. z Values corresponding to the input signal are displayed automatically for each item.
[ADVANCED MENU] 8) Press ◀▶ to switch [ON]. z A marker for image position adjustment is displayed. The green line is the start point of edge blending adjusted with [START] in Step 6). The red line is the edge blending end point adjusted with [WIDTH] in Step 6).The position where the red and green lines overlap for the sets to join will be the optimal point. Make sure to set the correction width for the sets to join as the same value.
[DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu Select [DISPLAY LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z Press to select the language, and press the button to set. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display. DISPLAY LANGUAGE z Various menus, settings, adjustment screens, control button names, etc., are displayed in the selected language.
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu Select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z After selecting the item, press to set. [DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ If [3COLORS] or [7COLORS] was selected in Step 2) 3) Press the button. z The [3COLORS] or [7COLORS] screen is displayed.
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ Adjusting the color matching using a colorimeter [RED], [GREEN], [BLUE], [CYAN], [MAGENTA], [YELLOW], and [WHITE] can be set to preferred colors using the colorimeter that can measure the chromaticity coordinates and luminance. zInputting the current luminance and chromaticity coordinates 1) Press ▲▼ to select [COLOR MATCHING]. [COLOR CORRECTION] You can adjust and register colors by input signals. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [COLOR CORRECTION].
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu [AUTO SIGNAL] You can set the screen size. You can correct to the optimal image position matching to the set screen when the aspect ratio of the projected image is changed. Set in accordance with the screen used. Image display positions can be automatically adjusted without pressing the button on the remote control every time, in cases that an unregistered signal is to be input frequently in a situation such as a conference. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SCREEN SETTING].
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ When selecting [DEFAULT] or [WIDE] in Step 3) 4) Press the button. z Automatic adjustment is executed. [PROGRESS] is displayed while automatically adjusting. When the adjustment is complete, the system returns to the [AUTO SETUP] screen. ■ When selecting [USER] in Step 3) 4) Press ▲▼ to select [DISPLAY DOTS] and press ◀▶ to adjust [DISPLAY DOTS] to the horizontal resolution of the signal source. 5) Press ▲▼ to select [MODE]. 6) Press the button.
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu ■ [OSD DESIGN] You can set the color of the menu screen (OSD). z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [BACK COLOR] You can set the color of the projected image when there is no signal input. [1]: Yellow [2]: Blue 1) Press ▲▼ to select [BACK COLOR].
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu [STARTUP LOGO] You can set the logo display when the power is turned on. 4) Press ▲▼ to select the image to be displayed on the input B. z Press to select the image to be displayed at the right side of the screen (Input B). 1) Press ▲▼ to select [STARTUP LOGO]. [VIDEO] [S-VIDEO] [RGB1] z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [OFF] [DVI-D] [RGB2] 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [STARTUP LOGO].
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z After selecting the item, press to set. [PROJECTION METHOD] You can set the projection method in accordance with the installation status of the projector. Change the projection method if the screen display is upside down or inverted. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [PROJECTION METHOD].
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 3) When the confirmation is displayed, select [OK] or [CANCEL], and press the button. Note z The speed of the fan is raised and the operation sound will become louder when this is set to [ON]. [COOLING CONDITION] You can change the fan control depending on the direction of projection. Set [COOLING CONDITION] correctly in accordance with the direction of projection referencing the following figure. It may shorten the life of the lamp if used in incorrect setting.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LAMP RELAY] [STANDBY MODE] 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 22 hours or more. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [LAMP RELAY]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [LAMP RELAY]. z The time setting to switch the lamp will change as follows each time you press the button.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [REMOTE2 MODE] You can set the terminal. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [REMOTE2 MODE]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [REMOTE2 MODE]. z The setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [DEFAULT] [DEFAULT] [USER] [USER] The pin assignment of the terminal is used by the factory default setting of the projector. ( page 100) Used to change the setting of the terminal. ■ When selecting [USER] in Step 2) 3) Press the button.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu You can set the power of the projector automatically to standby if there is no input signal by the specified time. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [NO SIGNAL SHUTOFF]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [NO SIGNAL SHUT-OFF]. [DISABLE] [10MIN.] [90MIN.] Disables [NO SIGNAL SHUTOFF]. Allows you to set in ten minute intervals. [FUNCTION BUTTON] You can set the button on the remote control. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [FUNCTION BUTTON]. 2) Press the button. 3) Press ▲▼ to select the function.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LOAD ALL USER DATA] You can load the various setting values saved as a backup in the built-in memory of the projector. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [LOAD ALL USER DATA]. 2) Press the button. z The [SECURITY PASSWORD] screen is displayed. 3) Enter the security password and press the button. 4) When the confirmation is displayed, select [OK] or [CANCEL], and press the button.
[TEST PATTERN] menu [TEST PATTERN] menu Select [TEST PATTERN] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z Press to switch. [TEST PATTERN] Displays the test pattern built-in to the projector. Results of position setting, size, etc. will not be reflected in the test patterns. Make sure to display the input signal before performing various adjustments. Press ◀▶ to switch the various test patterns.
[SIGNAL [SIGNAL LIST]LIST] menu menu Select [SIGNAL LIST] from the main menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. Renaming the registered data 1) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select the signal to display the details. 2) Press the button. ■ Registered signal status z The name can be set for each sub memory ( page 69). z Memory number: A1 (1-2) Sub memory number When the address number (A1, A2, ...
[SIGNAL LIST] menu Managing the sub memory list 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.
[SECURITY] [SECURITY] menu menu Select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press in order, and press the button. z After selecting the item, press to set. [SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE] You can change the security password. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE]. 2) Press the button.
[SECURITY] menu Note z The logo is displayed on the whole screen in the normal projection condition when [DEFAULT LOGO] is set. Since the menu screen is displayed, it is not possible to see the whole image even if the logo display is canceled by pressing the
[SECURITY] menu ■ [REMOTE CONTROLLER] z You can set the limitation on the control from the remote control. [ENABLE] [DISABLE] Enables the button operation from the remote control. Disables the button operation from the remote control. 5) Press ▲▼ to select [ENABLE] or [DISABLE], and press the button. 6) When the confirmation is displayed, select [OK] or [CANCEL], and press the button.
[NETWORK] menu Select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 41) regarding the operation of the menu screen. z After selecting the item, press to set. [NETWORK] menu Note z When using a DHCP server, confirm that the DHCP server is running. z Consult your network administrator regarding the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. [NETWORK CONTROL] You can set up the control method of the network.
[NETWORK] menu Network connections The projector has a network function, and the following operations are available from the computer using the Web browser control. z Setting and adjustment of the projector z Display of the projector status z Transmission of an E-mail message when there is a problem with the projector Note z A LAN cable is required to use the network function. Computer Projector LAN cable (straight) LAN cable (straight) Hub z A Web browser is required to use this function.
[NETWORK] menu Accessing from the Web browser 1) Start up the Web browser on the computer. 2) Enter the IP address set on the projector into the URL entry field of the Web browser. 3) Enter the user name and the password. z The factory default setting of the user name is user1 (user rights)/admin1 (administrator rights) and the password is panasonic (lower case). 4) Click [OK]. Settings z The [Projector status] page is displayed.
[NETWORK] menu ■ Item description (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (1) Page switch tab Click the tab to switch between pages. (2) [Status] The status of the projector is displayed by clicking this item. (3) [Projector control] The [Projector control] page is displayed by clicking this item. (4) [Detailed set up] The [Detailed set up] page is displayed by clicking this item. (5) [Change password] The [Change password] page is displayed by clicking this item.
[NETWORK] menu ■ Error information page When [Error (Detail)] is displayed on the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the error details. z The projector may go into the standby status to protect the projector depending on the contents of the error.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [Network status] page Click [Status] [Network status]. The current network setting status is displayed. ■ [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. ■ [Access log] page Settings Click [Status] [Access log]. The log such as user name accessed to the WEB control page, accessed IP address, accessed time is displayed.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [Basic control] page Click [Projector control] [Basic control]. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (1) [POWER] ([ON]/[STANDBY]) Switches between on/off of the power. (2) [SHUTTER] ([ON]/[OFF]) Switches between use or not use of the shutter function. (3) [OSD] ([ON]/[OFF]) Switches between on (display)/off (no display) of the on-screen display function. (4) [SYSTEM] ([SELECTOR]) Switches the system method.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] [Network config]. z The [CAUTION!] screen is displayed by clicking [Network config]. z The current settings are displayed by pressing the [Next] button. z The following setting change screen is displayed by pressing the [Change] button. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (1) [PROJECTOR NAME] Enter the name of the projector. Also enter the host name if it is required when using a DHCP server, etc.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [Ping test] page You can check whether the network is connected to the E-mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc. Click [Detailed set up] [Ping test]. (1) (1) [Input IP address] Enter the IP address of the server to be tested. (2) [Submit] Executes the connection test.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [E-mail set up] page An E-mail message can be sent to the E-mail address setup in advance (up to two addresses) when the problem occurred or the usage time of the lamp reached the specified value. Click [Detailed set up] [E-mail set up]. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (1) [ENABLE] Select [ENABLE] when using the E-mail function. (2) [SMTP SERVER NAME] Enter the IP address or the server name of the E-mail server (SMTP). To enter the server name, the setup of the DNS server is required.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [E-mail set up] page (continued) (1) (2) (1) [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] Enter the E-mail address to be sent when two E-mail addresses are to be used. Leave it blank when two E-mail addresses are not to be used. (2) Settings of the conditions to send E-mail Select the conditions to send E-mail to the second E-mail address. [MAIL CONTENTS]: Select either [NORMAL] or [SIMPLE]. [ERROR]: An E-mail message is sent when an error occurred in the self-diagnosis.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [Authentication set up] page You can set the authentication items when POP authentication or SMTP authentication is necessary to send an E-mail message. Click [Detailed set up] [Authentication set up]. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) Settings 84 - ENGLISH (1) [Auth] Select the authentication method specified by your Internet service provider. (2) [SMTP Auth] Set when the SMTP authentication is selected. (3) [Pop Server name] Enter the POP server name.
[NETWORK] menu ■ Contents of mail sent zExample of E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. zExample of the E-mail sent for an error Settings The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred.
[NETWORK] menu ■ [Change password] page Click [Change password]. (1) (2) (3) (1) [Administrator] Select this when you change the [Administrator] setting. (2) [User] Select this when the [User] setting. (3) [Next] Displays the screen to change the password setting. z [Administrator] account (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (1) [Account] Displays the account to change. (2) [Current setting] [User name] Enter the user name before the change. (3) [Current setting] [Password] Enter the current password.
LAMP/TEMP/FILTER Indicators LAMP/TEMP/FILTER Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicators /, the temperature indicator , and the filter indicator will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. Attention z Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering off the projector” ( page 35).
LAMP/TEMP/FILTER Indicators ■ Temperature indicator Lamp indication Status Points to be checked Remedial measure Blinking in red (once) Lighting in red Warm-up status z Did you turn on the power when the ambient temperature was lower than approx. 0°C (32°F)? Internal temperature Internal temperature is is high. (Standby high. (WARNING) condition) Blinking in red (3 times) The cooling fan has been stopped.
Maintenance/ReplacementMaintenance/Replacement Before maintaining/replacing the unit z Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining or replacing the unit. pages 32, 35) z When turning off the power, make sure to follow the procedures in “Powering off the projector” ( page 35). Maintenance ■ Outer case Wipe off dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth. z If the dirt is persistent, soak the cloth with water and wring it thoroughly before wiping. Dry off the projector with a dry cloth.
Maintenance/Replacement 4) Attach the air filter unit to the projector. z The air filter unit has vertical distinctions. (Check the direction of the allow .) z Perform Step 2) in the reverse order. ヶヱ 5) Attach the air filter cover to the projector and use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the air filter cover screw. z Perform Step 1) in the reverse order. Attention z After washing the air filter unit, dry it thoroughly before attaching it back to the projector.
Maintenance/Replacement ■ Lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component. Check the usage duration in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [STATUS] ( page 64) and perform regular replacement. It is recommended that you request a qualified technician to replace the lamp unit. Consult your dealer. Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAD60A: 1 pc, ET-LAD60AW: 2 pcs). Attention z Do not replace the lamp unit when it is hot. (Wait at least one hour after use.
Maintenance/Replacement ■ Replacing the lamp unit Attention z When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, do not put your face near the lamp unit. z Securely attach the lamp unit and lamp unit cover. z If the lamp unit is not installed properly, remove it and then install it again. Pushing it in forcibly may break the connector.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problems Points to be checked Reference page z Is the power plug firmly inserted into the outlet? z Is the switch turned ? 35 z Does the outlet in which the power plug is inserted have a supply of electricity? Power does not turn z Have the circuit breakers tripped? on.
Troubleshooting Problems Points to be checked Reference page z Is the cable too long? (Use a cable that is 10 m or shorter.) Picture from a computer does not appear. z Is the external video output of the laptop computer set correctly? (Example: The external output settings may switch by pressing the [Fn] + [F3] or [Fn] + [F10] key simultaneously. Since the method varies depending on the computer type, refer to the user manual provided with your computer.
Technical Information Technical Information PJLink protocol The network function of this projector supports the PJLink class 1, and the PJLink protocol can be used to perform projector setting and projector status query operations from a computer. ■ Control commands The following table lists the PJLink protocol commands that can be used to control the projector.
Technical Information Control commands via LAN ■ When WEB Control administrator rights password is set (Protect mode) zConnection method 1) Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1024) of the projector and request for a connection to the projector. You can obtain both the IP address and the port number from the menu screen of the projector. IP address Port No.
Technical Information ■ When WEB Control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect mode) zConnection method 1) Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1024) of the projector and request for a connection to the projector. You can obtain both the IP address and the port number from the menu screen of the projector. IP address Port No.
Technical Information Serial terminal The / terminals on the side of the projector conform with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer.
Technical Information ■ Basic format Transmission from the computer starts with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control.
Technical Information REMOTE 2 IN terminal It is possible to control the projector remotely (by external contact) from a control panel located away from the projector where remote control signals cannot reach. Use the terminal on the side of the projector to connect to the control panel.
Technical Information Two window display combination list (PT-DW730E only) RGB1 Still image RGB1 Movie RGB2 Still image RGB2 Movie VIDEO S-VIDEO DVI Still image DVI Movie – – 3 3 3 3 3 3 – – 3 – – – 3 – 3 3 – – 3 3 3 3 3 – – – – – 3 – VIDEO 3 – 3 – – – 3 – S-VIDEO 3 – 3 – – – 3 – 3 3 3 3 3 3 – – 3 – 3 – – – – – Input A Input B RGB1 Still image RGB1 Movie RGB2 Still image RGB2 Movie DVI Still image DVI Movie 3: Two window display com
Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projectors. Scanning frequency Plug and play*6 Dot clock Picture DVI-D DVI-D Horizontal Vertical frequency quality*3 RGB2 (kHz) (Hz) EDID1 EDID2 (MHz) Mode Resolution (Dots) NTSC/NTSC4.43/ PAL-M/PAL60 720 x 480i 15.7 59.9 – A – – – V/S PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 x 576i 15.6 50.0 – A – – – V/S 525i(480i) 720 x 480i 15.7 59.9 13.
Technical Information Resolution (Dots) Mode Scanning frequency Plug and play*6 Dot clock Picture DVI-D DVI-D Horizontal Vertical frequency quality*3 RGB2 (kHz) (Hz) EDID1 EDID2 (MHz) Format*7 1 152 x 864 64.0 71.2 94.2 A – – – D/R 1 152 x 864 67.5 74.9 108.0 A – – – D/R 1 152 x 864 76.7 85.0 121.5 A – – – D/R 1 152 x 870 68.7 75.1 100.0 A 3 – 3 D/R 1 280 x 768 39.6 49.9 65.3 AA – – – D/R 1 280 x 768 47.8 59.9 79.5 AA – – – D/R 1 280 x 800 41.
Specifications Specifications The following table describes the specifications of the projector. Model No. PT-DW730E PT-DW730EL Power supply PT-DX800E AC 220 V - 240 V PT-DX800EL 50 Hz/60 Hz 760 W Power consumption (When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO]: 0.3 W When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [NORMAL]: 9 W) Amps 4.3 A Size DLP chip 0.65" (aspect ratio 16:10) Display system One-unit DLP chip, DLP type 1 024 000 pixels (1 280 x 800 dots) Number of pixels Lens Power zoom 1.8 to 2.
Specifications Model No. PT-DW730E PT-DW730EL PT-DX800E PT-DX800EL 1 set, high-density D-Sub 15 p (female) [RGB SIGNAL] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (SYNC ON GREEN: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω) SYNC/HD, TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible VD, TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible [YPBPR signal] Y:1.0 V [p-p] including synchronization signal, PBPR: 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω RGB2 IN Terminals VIDEO IN 1 set, BNC 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω S-VIDEO IN 1 set, Mini DIN 4 p Y 1.
Dimensions Dimensions 21 (13/16") 20 (25/32") 77.5 (3-1/16") 5 (3/16") 155 (6-3/32") 498 (19-19/32") 43 (1-11/16") 9 (11/32") 423 (16-21/32") * The above dimension is for the models with the standard zoom lens. * Actual dimension may differ depending on the product. Ceiling mount bracket safeguards z When installing the projector to a ceiling, be sure to use the specified ceiling mount bracket (ET-PKD56H: for high ceilings, ET-PKD55S: for low ceilings).
Index Index Accessories AC IN terminal Adjustable feet ADVANCED MENU AI Air filter unit Air filter unit compartment ASPECT button Remote control ASPECT function AUTO SETUP button Projector body Remote control AUTO SETUP function AUTO SIGNAL B BACK COLOR BLANKING BRIGHTNESS C Cautions on use Cautions when installing Cautions when transporting Ceiling mount bracket Ceiling mount bracket safeguards CLAMP POSITION CLOCK PHASE COLOR COLOR CORRECTION COLOR MATCHING COLOR TEMPERATURE Co
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.