Multimedia Projection Display Operating Instructions Model No. PT-50LC13 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Three Important Reasons to Register Your Product Immediately! or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com (USA) 1 For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico) Protect Your New Investment...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) 15) Because the temperature of the lamp unit is elevated immediately after its use, a direct touch to it may cause burns. Replace the lamp unit only after it has cooled. AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD. CAUTION (1) This projection display is intended to be used with the following TV stand: model TY-50LC13C for the PT-50LC13.
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Table of Contents Information Other Information ! Replacing the lamp unit ................................................................................................. 68 Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) ............ 69 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 76 Specifications ........................................................................................................
Before Using Receiver Location This projection display is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options. Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen. Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range. Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.
Before Using Accessories Remote Control Batteries 2 “AA” RGB Cable (2 m) DVI Cable (2 m) (EUR7603ZB0) Getting Started 1. 2. 3. 4. (LSJA0239-1 or LSJA0443) (K1HA24DA0003) Remote Control Battery Installation Requires two AA batteries (supplied). 1. Turn the Transmitter face down. Remove top cover by pressing down on marking and sliding cover off in the direction indicated. 2. Install the batteries as shown in the battery compartment. (Polarity + or - must match the markings in the compartment). 3.
Location of Controls Illuminated Remote Control POWER button Press to turn the projection display ON or OFF. (P. 22) MUTE button Press this button to mute the sound. (P. 36) Mode Selection buttons Selects the operation mode for the remote control. (PP.
Location of Controls ASPECT button Changes the way the image is displayed. (P. 32) SAP button Changes the audio mode. (P. 37) Light button Lights all buttons. The selected mode button (TV, VCR, etc.) flashes. Changes to the next channel up. Reduces volume. Getting Started TV/VIDEO button Toggles between TV and VIDEO inputs. (P. 35) Display menu Press the ACTION button to display Menu screen. Increase volume. Changes to the next channel down. The screen below is displayed for 5 seconds. (P.
Location of Controls Controls and Terminals on the projection display < FRONT > POWER button/ POWER indicator (P. 23) Volume up(+) / down(–) buttons (P. 30) Channel up / down buttons (P. 31) A A Using your finger, slide Slot Cover in direction of arrow to open. Open LAMP indicator This indicator lights up when there is a malfunction with the lamp unit. (P. 76) TEMP indicator This indicator lights up when there is an abnormal temperature in the unit. (P.
Location of Controls < REAR > < SIDE > Getting Started Vent Vent RGB Input 1 terminal (PP. 18-19) Digital Input terminal (P. 20) VHF/UHF terminal (PP. 12-14) RGB Input 2 terminal (PP. 18-19) Input 1, 2 terminals (P. 15) Component signal input 1-4 terminals (P. 16) Input 3 terminals (P. 15) AV out terminals (P. 17) Note: Make sure the vents are not blocked. (This could cause damage.
Installation Notes on connections • Turn off the power supply for all components before making any connections. • If the cables necessary for connecting a component to the system are not included with the component or available as an option, you may need to fashion a cable to suit the component concerned. • Read the instruction manual for each system component carefully before connecting it. • If there is a lot of jitter in the video signal input from the video source, the picture on the screen may flicker.
Installation Cable Connection Use this configuration when connecting the projection display to a cable TV system. Getting Started CABLE BOX TERMINAL ON THE BACK OF THE CABLE BOX Or In from cable Connect the cable from the antenna or cable system to the VHF/UHF terminal on the back of the projection display. In from cable Notes: • Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or have Premium (scrambled) channels. A cable converter box is required for proper reception.
Installation Connecting the Antenna / Cable to the RF in Terminal (VCR) Use this configuration when connecting the projection display to a cable TV system using VCR. Connect the cable from the Output terminal on the back of the Cable Box or antenna/cable system to the Antenna input terminal on the back of the VCR.
Installation How to connect the “1, 2, 3” Input Terminals Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment Getting Started (S-VHS VCR) S-VIDEO AUDIO Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals. (P. 11) (VHS VCR) VIDEO AUDIO Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals. Notes: • • • • Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals. Input 3 is located on the side of the unit.
Installation How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals Because each Y, PB, and PR signal is input independently, the Component signal allows for more accurate color reproduction. The Component signal output terminal indication will differ according to the output device ( Y, PB, PR ). Please read the operating instructions included with the output device. DVD Player COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO Notes: • Similar connections are available at the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1-4 Terminals.
Installation How to connect the AV Out Terminals Recording Equipment (S-VHS VCR) S-VIDEO Getting Started The “AV Out” Terminals output the same signals as the main picture on the projection display screen and sound from the speaker at that time, e.g. TV programs or signals from INPUT 1, 2, 3 terminals. Or VIDEO AUDIO Stereo System (A Stereo Amplifier and Speakers) AUDIO Notes: • Never connect the VIDEO IN and OUT terminals to the same video recorder, as this could cause incorrect operation.
Installation How to connect the RGB IN Terminals Connecting a PC to RGB IN COMPUTER RGB OUT AUDIO OUT Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. PC audio cable (M3 stereo mini pin) Conversion adapter (If necessary) RGB cable (D-SUB 15P) RGB IN Terminal (D-SUB 15P) Pin Layouts 5 10 9 4 3 8 2 7 1 6 15 14 13 12 11 Connection port view Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Signal name R G B NC NC Ground for R Ground for G Ground for B Pin No.
Installation Connecting a DTV Decoder to RGB IN RGB OUT M3 stereo mini pin AUDIO OUT Getting Started DTV Decoder Audio cable RGB cable (D-SUB 15P) Notes: • Select the desired RGB input position by pressing the PC/MENU or TV/VIDEO button. (P. 35) • Similar connections are available at the RGB IN 1, 2 Terminals.
Installation How to connect the DIGITAL IN Terminal The video signal is digitally input to the projection display for superior picture quality enjoyment. Connecting a DTV Decoder to DIGITAL IN DTV Decoder AUDIO OUT AUDIO DVI cable By inputting a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection high-definition picture source to the DIGITAL IN terminal of this projection display, high-definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form.
Installation RGB/DIGITAL IN signals that can be input DTV Format Signals Personal Computer Signals Signal data Information menu display Mode type No. of dots (H X V) VGA400 (70 Hz) ♦ 640 X 400 31.47 70.08 VGA400 70Hz VGA480 (60 Hz) ♦ 640 X 480 31.47 59.94 VGA 60Hz Macintosh 13″ 640 X 480 35.00 66.67 MAC 13 VESA400 (85 Hz) 640 X 400 37.86 85.08 VESA 85Hz VESA480 (72 Hz) 640 X 480 37.86 72.81 VGA 72Hz VESA480 (75 Hz) 640 X 480 37.50 75.
Power ON and OFF Initial Setup First, check the connection of the Plug to the Wall Outlet and the Antenna/Cable to the RF in Terminal. (PP. 12-14.) If using Cable Box, DSS Receiver, or VCR, • Turn on Cable Box. • Turn off DSS Receiver, or VCR. Press the POWER button to turn the projection display on. (Refer to page 23 for “Turning the Power ON and OFF”.) Automatic Channel Setting is performed. CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING Note: To cancel AUTO SET in progress, press the SWAP button.
Power ON / OFF Turning the Power ON and OFF Always be sure to follow the procedure given below to turn the projection display power ON and OFF. • The lamp cooling fan will continue to operate for approximately 1 minute after the power is turned off. At the same time, the POWER indicator will blink Red. Do not disconnect the power cord from the outlet and do not open the circuit breaker (unless necessary) while the cooling fan is still operating.
Flow Chart of Main menu 1 2 Select MENU desired by pushing Left “◄” button or Right “►” button. Pressing the ACTION button displays the MENU screen. Use the ▲, ▼ buttons to select an item. Use the ACTION button to set or go to next menu screen. ADJUST SET UP PICTURE AUDIO POSITION/SIZE INFORMATION PAGE SELECT END Note: Depending on the signal being input, some items may or may not be adjustable and some functions may or may not be available.
Flow Chart of Main menu Adjust items Returning to the previous screen If RECALL is pressed while a menu screen is displayed, the display will return to the previous screen. Set an item Note: The display disappears if no operation is done for 5 minutes. Select an item PICTURE ADJUST menu PICTURE AUDIO SELECT EXIT PP. 46-47 LANGUAGE selection screen SET UP :NORMAL :ON :OFF :OFF SELECT EXIT ADJUST PP.
Tuning channels Automatic channel setting Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select CHANNEL. ADJUST LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER PAGE Press to display the CHANNEL. 2 Press to select ANTENNA. Press to select TV or CABLE. 3 Press to select AUTO SET. Press to run AUTO SET.
Tuning channels 4 Case 1 When setup is complete, the lowest channel picture appears. Case 2 If setup is incomplete, the screen at right appears. Check connection of Antenna/Cable to the RF in Terminal, then try Automatic Channel Setting again. NO CH FOUND PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN PRESS ACTION KEY AGAIN Press to exit menu. Basic Operation 5 Notes: • After AUTO SET is finished, the lowest channel number added will be received.
Tuning channels Manual channel setting Use this setting when changing setting of receiving channels or changing the channel display. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select CHANNEL. ADJUST LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER Press to display the CHANNEL. 2 Press to select ANTENNA. Press to select TV or CABLE. 3 SET UP Press to select MANUAL SET. Press to display the MANUAL SET screen.
Tuning channels 4 To add channel MANUAL SET Press to select channel. ENTER CHANNEL : 01 CHOOSE A CHANNEL USING CHANNEL UP/DOWN ADD EXIT Press to add channels to memory. MANUAL SET Press to select channel. ENTER CHANNEL : 01 CHOOSE A CHANNEL USING CHANNEL UP/DOWN DELETE EXIT Basic Operation To delete channel Press to delete channels from memory. 5 Repeat steps 4 to continue adding or deleting channels. 6 Press to exit menu.
Projection display operation Operation can be done from the projection display. POWER button/ POWER indicator Volume up(+) / down(–) buttons Channel up / down buttons Remote Control Sensor 1 Press to operate the projection display with the remote control. 2 Press to turn the projection display on. 3 CABLE TV 125 or 69 CH 01 Press to select the desired channel. (Or use number keys ) CH 02 Or CH 125 Note: Refer to “Using the number keys” on the next page.
Projection display operation TV status display Press the RECALL button, except when the MENU screen is displayed, to display current TV status information. Channel Channel caption (P. 54) CH 1 2 ABC Aspect types NORMA L S T E R EO (P. 32) SAP MONO Receivable broadcast types (P. 37) Using the number keys When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125 with the number keys, first press the 1 key, and then enter the remaining two digits. Example 1: To select channel 125, first press the 1 key, then 2, then 5.
ASPECT Controls The color monitor will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. The aspect mode changes each time the ASPECT button is pressed. JUST ZOOM NORMAL FULL FULL • When a 480p signal is being received, the mode switches between NORMAL, ZOOM, and FULL only. NORMAL ZOOM FULL • During PC input, the mode switches between NORMAL, FULL and TRUE only.
ASPECT Controls Mode Picture Explanation NORMAL 4 NORMAL 3 JUST 16 JUST 9 16 ZOOM FULL TRUE 9 ZOOM mode magnifies the central section of the picture. 9 FULL will display the picture at its maximum size but with sight elongation. 16 FULL 647- JUST mode will display a 4:3 picture at maximum size but with aspect correction applied to the center of the screen so that elongation is only apparent at the left and right edges of the screen.
Searching for the desired channel (Channel search) Channel search displays each channel, in order, as a paused image. Channels are displayed from the left top to the right bottom in order. When it reaches the right bottom, the next channel is displayed at the left top, overwriting the previously displayed channel. When the SEARCH/OPEN/CLOSE button is pressed during single screen.
Playing peripheral equipment Confirming connections A video camera uses the Input 3 terminal on the front of the projection display. VCR Example: Connect Input 3 To S-video output or video output Video camera DVD player This equipment can also be connected to the rear terminals. See Connections for details. To audio output Turning the power on and switching input modes Turn the projection display on. 2 The input mode changes each time this button is pressed.
Mute / Freeze / SAP Sound mute Useful when answering the phone or receiving unexpected visitors Press this button to mute the sound. Press again to reactivate sound. Sound is also reactivated when power is turned off or volume level is changed. MU T E Note: The audio output from AV OUT is not muted. Freezing pictures Projection can be switched between a frozen (still) picture and a moving picture each time the FREEZE button on the remote control unit is pressed. Press FREEZE button again to resume motion.
Mute / Freeze / SAP Receivable Broadcast Types The following are possible broadcast types with their accompanying on-screen displays. The signal being received is indicated with a “ ” mark while the selected audio mode is indicated with an arrow. To change the audio mode for these broadcasts, follow the “Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing” section (below.
Split screen Splitting the screen Press to split. (The previously selected screen appears on the left.) +0 ! +0 # Left screen (Main picture) Right screen (Sub picture) • Returning to one screen. Press to return. Selecting the screen aspect for split screen. Press to select modes. +0 ! +0 # SPLIT SCREEN FULL Notes: • Sound from the Left screen is output from the speakers on the projection display set.
Split screen Changing the channel of the right screen Swapping left and right screens Press to select the desired channel. Press to swap. Example: During SPLIT SCREEN NORMAL Example: During SPLIT SCREEN NORMAL +0 ! +0 # +0 ! +0 # +0 ! +0 $ +0 # +0 ! CABLE TV 125 or 69 CH 01 Example: During SPLIT SCREEN NOR MAL (RGB input) Basic Operation PIP ▲, ▼ buttons can also be used to select an outside input for the right side of the screen.
Picture in Picture (PIP) Screen You can view two pictures simultaneously using two tuners and picture in picture (PIP) display function. Display PIP screen Press to split (The previously selected screen appears on the Main.) Main screen (Main picture) PIP screen (Sub picture) • Returning to one screen. Press to return. Notes: • Sound from the Main screen is output from the speakers on the projection display set.
Picture in Picture (PIP) Screen Changing the channel of the PIP screen Swapping Main and PIP screens Press to swap. Example: During Main screen NORMAL Press to select the desired channel. Example: During Main screen NORMAL Note: PIP ▲, ▼ buttons can also be used to select an outside input for the PIP screen. Move PIP screen You can move the PIP screen to four positions. Selecting the screen size for PIP screen Press repeatedly to select PIP position.
Adjusting screen position and size 1 2 Press to select the screen mode. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select ADJUST. Press to select POSITION/SIZE. ADJUST SET UP PICTURE AUDIO POSITION/SIZE INFORMATION PAGE SELECT END Press to display POSITION/SIZE. 3 POSITION Press to select the menu to set each item. H POSITION V POSITION H WIDTH :SHRINK NORMAL ADJUST Press to adjust POSITION/SIZE. SELECT EXIT JUST mode NORMAL is displayed at default.
Adjusting screen position and size Adjustment Button Adjustment Details item H Position Press ► button. The image moves to the right. Note Press ◄ button. The image moves to the left. V Position Press ► button. The image moves up. Press ◄ button. The image moves down. H WIDTH Press ACTION If noise appears on the ends of the button. image in SHRINK, switch to ENLARGE. Only JUST mode (SHRINK) (ENLARGE) If noise appears on the ends of the image in WIDEN, switch to NARROW.
Audio Adjustments Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select ADJUST. 1 ADJUST Press to select AUDIO. PICTURE AUDIO POSITION/SIZE INFORMATION Press to display AUDIO screen. 2 SET UP Press to select the menu to set each item. PAGE AUDIO AUDIO MENU AUDIO ADJUST SPEAKER SURROUND BBE AUDIO MENU AUDIO ADJUST SPEAKER SURROUND BBE :NORMAL :ON :OFF :OFF NORMAL AUTO SELECT EXIT CINEMA See next page You can hear deeper, 3D audio using just the units two front speakers.
Audio Adjustments 1 Repeat step 1 on page 44. AUDIO Press to select AUDIO ADJUST. 2 AUDIO MENU AUDIO ADJUST SPEAKER SURROUND BBE AUDIO ADJUST Press to select the menu to set each item. BASS TREBLE BALANCE NORMAL ADJUST SELECT EXIT Adjust the desired level by listening to the sound. AUDIO ADJUST BASS TREBLE BALANCE NORMAL ADJUST :ON :OFF :OFF SELECT EXIT Press to display AUDIO ADJUST screen.
Picture Adjustments Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select ADJUST. 1 ADJUST Press to select PICTURE. PICTURE AUDIO POSITION/SIZE INFORMATION PAGE Press to display PICTURE screen. 2 SET UP Press to select the menu to set each item. PICTURE PICTURE MENU :DYNAMIC PICTURE ADJUST COLOR TEMP :NORMAL SELECT EXIT Press to set each item.
Picture Adjustments 1 Repeat step 1 on page 46. Press to select PICTURE ADJUST. 2 PICTURE PICTURE MENU :NORMAL PICTURE ADJUST COLOR TEMP :NORMAL SELECT EXIT PICTURE ADJUST Press to display PICTURE ADJUST screen. 3 Press to select the menu to set each item. COLOR TINT BRIGHTNESS PICTURE SHARPNESS NORMAL ADJUST SELECT EXIT RGB/DIGITAL IN input PICTURE ADJUST Adjust to desired level while viewing picture through the menu overlay. NORMAL returns all items to factory defaults.
Lock Feature This projection display has a built-in V-Chip Control which allows you to block unwanted TV usage based on US MOVIES and US TV PROGRAMS ratings. Enter Secret Code A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 ADJUST Press to select LOCK. SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER PAGE Press to display the LOCK screen.
Lock Feature Setup US MOVIES Ratings Perform “Enter Secret Code” step 1 on page 48. 1 LOCK Press number keys to enter your secret code. ENTER 4-DIGIT CODE ENTER :0-9 + EXIT Press to set. 2 Press to select US MOVIES. ON: V-Chip Control is activated. OFF: V-Chip Control is deactivated. LOCK US MOVIES :OFF CHANGE SETTINGS US TV PROGRAMS :OFF CHANGE SETTINGS SELECT EXIT Press to set 3 Press to select CHANGE SETTINGS. LOCK Press to select ratings to be blocked. (P. 51.
Lock Feature Setup US TV PROGRAMS Ratings Perform “US MOVIES Ratings” step 1 on page 49. 1 Press to select US TV PROGRAMS. LOCK 1/2 US MOVIES :OFF CHANGE SETTINGS US TV PROGRAMS :OFF CHANGE SETTINGS SELECT EXIT Press to set. ON: V-Chip Control is activated. OFF: V-Chip Control is deactivated. 2 3 Press to select CHANGE SETTINGS. Press to display the CHANGE SETTINGS screen. Press to select VIEW NR PROGRAMS?. Press to set “YES” or “NO”.
Lock Feature US MOVIES RATINGS: GENERAL AUDIENCE: All ages admitted. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED: PG Some materials may not be suitable for children. PARENTS CAUTIONED: PG-13 Some materials may be inappropriate for children under 13. RESTRICTED R Children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or adult.
Closed Captions This receiver has a built in decoder that provides a visual depiction of the audio portion of a television program in the form of written words across the screen (white or colored letters on a black background). It allows the viewer to read the dialogue of a television program or other information. CAPTION MODE Activates the On-Screen Closed Caption feature. When activated this feature will remain on until OFF is selected in this menu.
Closed Captions CC ON MUTE Activates the On-Screen Closed Caption feature, when the MUTE button on the Remote Control is pressed. To deactivate, press the MUTE button again. Note: This feature functions when the Closed Caption Mode is in the “OFF” position. The program being viewed must be broadcast with Closed Caption. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select CAPTION.
Channel Caption Feature Station names, e.g. ABC, TNN, etc. so that they will appear when a channel is selected. Choose 24 preset names. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 2 3 Press to select CHANNEL. ADJUST SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER Press to display the SET UP CHANNEL screen. PAGE Press to select CHANNEL CAPTION.
Weak Signal Display Feature When “ON” is selected, the picture is displayed even when a broadcast signal is weak or non-existent. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 ADJUST Press to select CHANNEL. LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER PAGE Press to display the SET UP CHANNEL screen. 2 Press to select WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY.
Video NR (Noise Reduction) Feature In the event of weak signal conditions, the Video NR circuitry reduces noise in the luminance channel. It is important to note that Video NR should remain OFF for maximum picture detail when receiving a strong signal or viewing high-quality video. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select VIDEO. ADJUST SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER PAGE SELECT END Press to display the VIDEO screen.
Automatically changing screen size If the received signal contains screen size specifications in RF, VIDEO INPUT (1–3) or COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT (1–4), the screen size is automatically changed. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 ADJUST SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER Press to select VIDEO. PAGE 2 Press to select ID-1. Press to set “ON” or “OFF”. 3 SELECT END Press to display the VIDEO screen.
RGB/DIGITAL IN Input Feature Set the signal to be input to the projection display’s RGB IN or DIGITAL IN terminal. Most of analog RGB/DIGITAL IN signals are selected automatically. When RGB/DIGITAL IN input signal is VGA 60Hz from PC or 480P from other equipment, you must manually switch to the desired input. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select VIDEO.
3D Y/C Feature Accurate separation of the picture’s brightness and color signals allows you to enjoy a beautiful picture. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 ADJUST SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER Press to select VIDEO. PAGE 2 Press to select 3D Y/C. ON: Usually set to ON. OFF: Set to OFF if picture appears unnatural. Press to set “ON” or “OFF”. 3 SELECT END Press to display the VIDEO screen.
Sleep Timer Feature The projection display can be set to shut itself off at a preselected time. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select OTHER. ADJUST SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER PAGE SELECT END Press to display the OTHER screen. 2 Press to select SLEEP TIMER. Press repeatedly to select the desired time. OFF 30min 60min 90min 3 Press to exit menu. Note: • Pressing RECALL with sleep timer set displays remaining time.
Switching languages for display The language of the projection display is set to English as the factory setting. To select one of 3 different languages for on-screen displays, follow the instructions below. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select LANGUAGE. ADJUST SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER Press repeatedly to select the desired LANGUAGE. PAGE SELECT END ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS 2 Press to exit menu.
Demo Mode Feature Function demonstrations of this unit are displayed in Demo mode. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. 1 Press to select OTHER. ADJUST SET UP LANGUAGE :ENGLISH CHANNEL LOCK CAPTION VIDEO OTHER PAGE SELECT END Press to display the OTHER screen. 2 Press to select DEMO MODE. Press to set “ON” or “OFF”. OTHER SLEEP TIMER:OFF DEMO MODE :OFF SELECT EXIT ON: Demo mode is started. OFF: Demo mode is canceled. 3 Press to exit menu.
JPEG Viewer (SD Card/PC Card) Still image data (JPEG) made with a digital camera, digital video camera, or PC can be played back using an SD Card/PC Card. WARNING As with any small object, SD cards can be swallowed by young children. Do not allow children to handle the SD card. Displayable Image Formats: Baseline JPEG (80 x 60 ~ 5 120 x 3 840 pixels) Notes: • Some parts of an image may not be displayed or the image may be displayed on a smaller scale depending on the size of the image.
JPEG Viewer (SD Card/PC Card) Compatible Card Insert the Card. SD Card slot SD Card Multi Media Card Front Card Slot (P. 10) PC Card slot Compact Flash* Smart Media* Memory Stick* xD Picture Card* • The media* listed in the right column above can be read via the PC Card in the PC Card adaptor. • Hard disk PC Cards, Flash ATA Cards, and other recorded media cannot be used. • Place the selected media onto the PC Card and then insert into the PC Card Slot.
JPEG Viewer (SD Card/PC Card) MENU Area Operation 1 Press to select MENU. -MENUSINGLE SLIDE PAGE: 1/6 SD/PC Press to move to index area. SINGLE A single image selected from the index area fills the screen. You can also rotate the image and view image information. (PP. 66-67) SLIDE Images are displayed one after another as a slide show. Also, the SPEED and Transition features (p. 67) can be used.
JPEG Viewer (SD Card/PC Card) Single Play Mode ▲▼ to select “SINGLE,” 1 Press and press ACTION. Press ▲▼◄► to move cursor to desired file in INDEX AREA. (Press ▲▼◄► to display next/previous page of 9 thumbnail files), Press ACTION to display file in full screen size. -MENUSINGLE SLIDE PAGE: 1/6 SD/PC SINGLE VIEW SCREEN Press ► : The next image is displayed. Press ◄ : The previous image is displayed. Press ▼ : Each press rotates image 90°.
JPEG Viewer (SD Card/PC Card) Continued from page 66. Information Screen Display Slide Show Mode 1 Press ACTION: INFORMATION SCREEN is displayed. (Rotation angle is maintained.) Information Screen FILE DATE P2000006 07/31/2003 Pressing RECALL returns to SINGLE VIEW SCREEN. Note: • If a file name exceeds 8 characters, a file name different from the original is displayed.
Replacing the lamp unit The lamp unit is sold separately. To purchase a replacement, call the Panasonic accessory department, toll free at: 1-800-332-5368. Lamp unit Part No. : TY-LA1000 Lamp unit replacement period The lamp has a maximum life of about 10 000 hours. • When the stipulated time is reached, “THE LAMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, •••” will be displayed for about 5 minutes. • The LAMP indicator lights red. THE LAMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, AND THE LAMP HOUR METER NEEDS TO BE RESET.
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Programming The Illuminated Remote Control Using Access Codes The remote control can be preset for other manufacturers, by utilizing the REMOTE MODE SELECTION BUTTONS for CABLE, DTV, VCR, RCVR (a Receiver or Amplifier), DVD (DVD or CD), DBS and AUX (for Cassette Player or a PVR.) Details on remote control buttons to operate peripheral equipment. (PP. 74-75) Setting up the remote using the numerical keys.
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Setting to the remote using the step and set method (When code is not known): 1 + 2 Press and hold the POWER and ACTION buttons simultaneously for at least 5 seconds. After 5 seconds, all the illuminated mode buttons will begin to flash. Then let go of the POWER and ACTION button. Press the mode button. The mode button will illuminate steadily, all others will go out. 3 Press “►” button to step to the next code.
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Infrared Codes Index The remote control is capable of operating many brands of peripheral equipment. Refer to page 69 and 70 for programming procedures. Notes: • The remote control memory is limited and therefore some models may not operate. The remote control is not designed to control all features available in all models. • After entering the proper infrared code, press the desired Mode Selection button on the remote control.
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) CABLE CONVERTER BOX AND DVD, CD PLAYERS Infrared Codes Index CBL DVD Maker List (CBL) Maker Set Up No. Maker Set Up No.
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) CASSETTE PLAYERS, PERSONAL VIDEO RECORDERS, RECEIVERS, AMPLIFIERS, and DBS Infrared Codes Index AUX Maker List (TAPE) Maker Set Up No. Maker Set Up No.
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Quick Reference Functional Button Chart BUTTON MODE MUTE ASPECT TV/VIDEO LIGHT DVD AUX DTV CBL RC V All Components Turns selected components On and Off TV Press to access Second Audio program TV CBL RCVR TV DTV DBS TV RCVR Mutes audio Remote Control Illuminate buttons All Components Component mode selection for remote control TV CBL VCR AUX DBS RCVR DTV DVD CD TV CBL RCVR DBS DVD DTV TV DTV CBL DBS DVD DVD DTV DBS DBS
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Quick Reference Functional Button Chart BUTTON PROG MODE FUNCTION DTV DBS Delimiter between major and minor channel number TV VCR AUX (Cassette Deck) DVD CD RCVR TV VCR AUX (Cassette Deck) DVD CD TV VCR AUX (Cassette Deck) DVD CD RCVR TV VCR AUX (Cassette Deck) CD DVD TV VCR DVD CD AUX (Cassette Deck) TV DTV VCR AUX (Cassette Deck) DBS VCR DBS PIP Move Rewind Skip Search Fast Rewind Search Fast Rewind Search Fast Rewind Surround (-)
Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Power does not turn ON Lamp does not light up. The power turns OFF The POWER indicator flashes orange twice every 5 seconds. The TEMP indicator flashes 2 or 4 times every 5 seconds. The TEMP indicator flashes 5 times every 5 seconds. Power turns off while another indicator is flashing.
Specifications PT-50LC13 Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption Power ON: Power OFF: LCD panels 0.
Cleaning To ensure continued excellent performance by this product, periodic cleaning is recommended. The unit contains many plastic parts. For this reason DO NOT use benzine, thinner or other chemicals to clean the unit. Dust will accumulate on the picture screen. Please wipe with a soft cloth from time to time. If you use a chemically treated cloth, please be careful to follow the instructions that come with the cloth. DO NOT bring into contact with insecticide or other volatile substances.
Limited Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC., Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.
Index 1 080 i.....................................................................16, 21 480 i........................................................................16, 21 480 p ......................................................................16, 21 720 p ......................................................................16, 21 A ACTION button.........................................................9, 24 ASPECT button ........................................................9, 32 Auto shut off ....