Operating Instructions DLPTM Based Projector Commercial Use PT-D5500E PT-D5500EL ITALIANO ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ENGLISH Model No. Read these instructions completely before operating this unit.
Dear Panasonic Customer: This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will help you to get the most performance out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic DLPTM based projector. The serial number of your product may be found on its back. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is required.
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. ENGLISH 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 BSl to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSl mark on the body of the fuse.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ..................................2 Precautions with regard to safety ............................5 Accessories ................................................................7 Precautions on handling ...........................................8 Name and function of parts.......................................9 Remote control ..................................................................9 Front and side of the projector ........................................
Precautions with regard to safety WARNING If a problem occurs (such as no image) or if you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the projector, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. • Do not continue to use the projector in such cases, otherwise fire or electric shocks could result. • Check that no more smoke is coming out, and then contact an Authorized Service Centre for repairs. • Do not attempt to repair the projector yourself, as this can be dangerous.
Precautions with regard to safety 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 into the projector or drop them onto the projector, as doing so can result in fire or electric shocks.
When inserting the battery, make sure the polarities (+ and -) are correct. • If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result. Use only the Specified battery. • If an incorrect battery is used, it may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result close to this port, otherwise burns or damage could result.
Precautions on handling Precautions on transport Disposal Make absolutely sure that the lens cap is in place when transporting the projector or carrying it around. Both the projector and the projection lens are precision-made and, as such, are susceptible to vibration and impacts. When transporting the projector and lens or carrying them around, place them in the boxes in which they were housed at the time of purchase, and take care to keep them away from vibration and impacts.
Name and function of parts < When the operation mode selector set to Projector > is Remote control operation indicator lamp The lamp flashes when any remote control button is pressed. POWER ON button (page 22) Turns on the power if the MAIN POWER has been put to the “l” position. POWER OFF button (page 23) Turns off the power if the MAIN POWER has been put to the “l” position.
Name and function of parts Remote control wired terminal (page 16) To use the wired output terminal, connect the remote control and the main unit with the supplied cable. Remote control transmitter window Operate the remote control aiming at the remote control receiver window on the main unit. is PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN buttons These buttons correspond to the PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN buttons on PC’s keyboard.
Front and side of the projector Status LED lights AC IN terminal (page 22) Connect the supplied line power cord into this receptacle. Do not connect any other cable to this socket. Air filter (page 42) Burglar lock Attach a commercial burglar prevention cable (e.g., from Kensington) to this lock port. It is compatible with the Micro Save Security System from Kensington. This security lock is compatible with the Microsaver Security System from Kensington. Contact details for this company are given below.
Name and function of parts Rear view of the main unit Controls on rear panel Controls on rear panel Ventilation holes Lamp unit cover The lamp unit is housed. MAIN POWER switch (page 22) Use this switch to turn on “I” and off “O” the commercial line power applied to the projector. Remote control receiver window (rear) (page 14) This also receives the signal beam coming from the remote control. POWER ON (I) button (page 22) Turns on the power. POWER OFF ( ) button (page 23) Turns off the power.
Side-mounted connection terminals R/PR S-VIDEO IN REMOTE 1 IN B/PB RGB 1 IN REMOTE 2 IN SYNC/HD VD IN SERIAL RGB 2 IN OUT DVI-D IN LAN OUT VIDEO IN terminal (page 19) An input terminal for video signals. (BNC) S-VIDEO IN terminal (page 19) An input terminal for S-video signals (MIN4-pin DIN). This terminal complies with S1 signals and automatically toggles between 16:9 and 4:3 according to the size of input signals.
Using the remote control unit Loading dry cells When loading batteries into the battery compartment of the remote control, make sure that their polarities are correct. 1. Open battery compartment lid. Open the lid in the order of steps and . Effective range of remote control operation The remote control should normally be aimed at either the front or rear remote control receiver window on the projector (figure 1).
Setting projector ID number to remote control Every projector has its ID number and the ID number of the controlling projector must be set to the remote control in advance so that the user can operate the remote control. The ID number of the projector is set to “ALL” on shipping, and use the ID ALL button of the remote control when using only a single projector. Procedure of ID setting Change the position of the operation mode selector switch to “Computer”.
Using the remote control unit Using a wired remote control When multiple main units are connected in the system, connect the units with the supplied remote control cable to simultaneously control the multiple main units with a single remote control unit through the REMOTE1 IN/OUT terminal. It is effective to use the wired remote control in the environment in which an obstacle stands in the light path or where devices are susceptible to outside light.
Installation Projection schemes Projection distances Any of the following four projection schemes can be used with the PT-D5500E/D5500EL projector depending on user’s needs or viewing conditions. Use “OPTION 2” menu (chosen from the MAIN MENU) to choose the appropriate projection scheme (see page 34). Listed in the table below are the projection distances of the standard lens provided with the PT-D5500E (with lens).
Connection 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 supplied with no accessory or optional interconnect cables. • Video signals containing too much jitter may cause the images on the screen to randomly wobble or shake.
Example of connecting with AV products DVD player Video deck VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN REMOTE 1 IN G/Y B/PB RGB 1 IN REMOTE 2 IN SYNC/HD ENGLISH Control PC R/PR VD IN SERIAL RGB 2 IN OUT DVI-D IN LAN OUT Red (Connect PR) Blue (Connect PB) Green(Connect Y) Digital Hi-vision video deck Attention • When connecting with a video deck, be sure to use the one with a built-in time base corrector (TBC) or use a TBC between the projector and the video deck.
Connection Example of connecting with PCs Control PC PC with DVI port PC PC DVI-D Cable (Option) (ET-SCDV03) R/PR VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN REMOTE 1 IN S-VIDEO IN REMOTE 1 IN Note 20 B/PB SYNC/HD RGB 1 IN REMOTE 2 IN VD IN RGB 2 IN OUT DVI-D IN LAN SERIAL RGB 2 IN OUT DVI-D IN LAN SERIAL OUT R/PR VIDEO IN G/Y G/Y B/PB RGB 1 IN REMOTE 2 IN SYNC/HD VD IN OUT • For the specifications of the RGB signals that can be applied from the PC, see the data sheet on page 56.
How to install and remove the projection lens (optional) How to install the projection lens Align the guide of the projection lens with the guide groove in the main unit. Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into place. Guide ENGLISH Guide groove Projection lens Guide groove Guide Lens signal contact How to remove the projection lens Turn the lens counterclockwise as far as it will go. While holding down the lens lock button, turn the lens further counterclockwise. Remove the lens.
Projection R/PR VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN REMOTE 1 IN G/Y B/PB SYNC/HD RGB 1 IN REMOTE 2 IN VD IN SE OUT TEMP LAMP1 LAMP2 POWER D LP Powering up the projector Remove the lens cover. Connect the supplied power cable. (220 - 240~ V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz) Press the “I” marked side of the MAIN POWER switch to turn on the power. Press the AUTO SETUP button if the input signal is RGB signal. [on the main unit or the remote control] Fit the image size to the screen size.
TEMP LAMP1 LAMP2 POWER Powering off the projector Direct power off function Press the POWER OFF “ The power supplied internally causes the cooling fan to continue operating and cool off the lamp when the power has failed or even after the power cord is disconnected immediately after the power has been turned off. ” button. Select “Execute” with or button and press the ENTER button. (or press the POWER OFF “ ” button again.
How to adjust the lens How to adjust the lens focus, lens zoom and lens up/down position movement (optical shift) The focus, zoom and up/down position of the images projected on the screen can be adjusted while the projector is positioned appropriately in relation to the screen. Press the LENS button on the remote control or on the control panel of the main unit. Caution Be careful not to catch your fingers between the lens and shroud when shifting the lens.
Automatic adjustment (AUTO SETUP) Automatic adjustment function adjust the resolution, clock phase and image position automatically when dotsstructured analogue RGB signals such as computer signal are supplied. (Automatic adjustment is not available if signals other than analogue RGB signals, moving picture input signals or signals having a dot clock frequency of more than 100 MHz are supplied.
Using the digital zoom (– D.ZOOM +) function A portion of the picture on the screen can be zoomed in with “– D.ZOOM +” buttons of the remote control. It is useful for highlighting a specific object during the presentation. Product E 18 5% D A 122 47 13% C 76 1999 2000 % A 110 122 110% B 131 106 81% C 64 76 119% D 42 47 112% E 26 -5 18 -1 69% 368 368 100% 32% 29% 21% B 106 ADJ TOTAL 2 A 110 B 131 C 64 D 42 E 26 Press the “– D.
On-screen menus Structure of menu screens Menus are extensively used for configuring, adjusting or reconfiguring the projector. The menus structure is as follows: MENU PICTURE (page 29) For RGB/DVI signals only PICTURE EXIT ADJ GRAPHIC 32 32 DEFAULT 06 ON RGB RETRN For S-Video/Video/YPBPR signals only PICTURE NETWORK (page 37) NETWORK HOST NAME DHCP IP ADDRESS NET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS STORE SELECT PICTURE MODE BRIGHT CONTRAST COLOR TEMP.
On-screen menus Basic menu operations Press the “MENU” button. The MAIN MENU appears on the screen. MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU LANGUAGE OPTION1 OPTI0N2 TEST PATTERN SECURITY NETWORK SELECT ENTER • Some menu items may not be valid for certain signal formats applied to the projector. The menu items that cannot be adjusted or used are shown in transparent characters, and they cannot be selected even by pressing the ENTER button. EXIT Selected items are displayed in blue.
Adjusting the picture PICTURE PICTURE MODE BRIGHT CONTRAST COLOR TEMP. SHARPNESS AI SYSTEM SELECT ADJ GRAPHIC 32 32 DEFAULT 06 ON RGB RETRN • For S-Video/Video/YPBPR signals only PICTURE PICTURE MODE BRIGHT CONTRAST COLOR TINT COLOR TEMP.
Adjusting the picture SHARPNESS SYSTEM (For RGB signals only) “SHARPNESS” is used to adjust the crispness of the image. : Sharpens the edge of the image. : Softens the edge of the image. This enables the RGB system or YPBPR system to be selected. For the signals which are supported, refer to page 56. NR (For S-Video/Video/YP P B R signals only) In this mode, the video noise is reduced. ON : Standard setting OFF : Noise reduction is set to OFF.
Adjusting the position ZOOM 4:3 16 ENTER OFF RETRN POSITION The position where the images are displayed can be moved here. : The position is moved horizontally. : The position is moved vertically. ASPECT AUTO : (For S-Video/Video signals only) If an S1 video signal is applied to the SVIDEO port, the picture is automatically switched to the 16:9 aspect ratio. When video signals with a video ID (VID) are applied to the video port, the picture is automatically switched to the 16:9 aspect ratio.
How to use ADVANCED MENU ADVANCED MENU INPUT RESOLUTION CLAMP POS. 1 RASTER POSITION SXGA MODE SXGA ENTER SELSCT RETRN RASTER POSITION When the whole area where the input picture can be displayed is not used, the picture can be moved to any position inside the display area. : These adjust the value in the horizontal direction. INPUT RESOLUTION Input resolution adjustment achieves the best image when the screen flickers or halo is observed around the contour. : These select the items listed below.
OPTION 1 settings MEMORY SAVE OPTION1 COLOR CORRECTION CONTRAST MODE AUTO SIGNAL OFF MEMORY LOAD DEFAULT MEMORY SAVE MEMORY1 SELECT ENTER RETRN Once adjustment settings are registered with MEMORY, they are automatically loaded each time the projector is powered up. It is not necessary to readjust settings at every power on.
OPTION 2 settings OPTION2 ALL ID FRONT/REAR FRONT DESK/CEILING DESK LAMP SELECT DUAL LAMP POWER HIGH RS232C SYSTEM INFORMATION FAN CONTROL1 NORMAL FAN CONTROL2 HORIZ. LAMP POW FUNC1 DISABLE AUTO POW. OFF PASSWORD SELECT ADJ RETRN ID The projector has an ID number setting function that helps the user to control two or more projectors either simultaneously or separately with a single remote control. The ID number is set to “ALL” by default. Hence the ID number need not be set when only one projector is used.
RS232C FAN CONTROL2 This sets the communication parameters at the serial terminals. For details on the serial terminals, refer to “Using the serial terminals” (page 38). IN BAUDRATE : 9 600, 19 200 or 38 400 is selected. IN PARITY : NONE, EVEN or ODD is selected. OUT BAUDRATE : 9 600, 19 200 or 38 400 is selected. OUT PARITY : NONE, EVEN or ODD is selected. VPS SYSTEM : MASTER or SLAVE is selected. GROUP : A to Z is selected. MASTER or SLAVE is also selected.
Displaying the internal test pattern Setting the security The projector has eight types of internal test patterns to check the condition of the set. To display test patterns, follow the steps below. The projector’s security function enables the password input screen to be displayed or a company’s URL address to be set and displayed underneath the projected images. Note • Results of adjustment on the image, picture quality, position, size and other factors will not be reflected in test patterns.
The settings required for the network must be established in order to use the web browser (page 46) functions that the PC uses to control the projector. NETWORK HOST NAME DHCP IP ADDRESS NET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS STORE SELECT OFF ENTER RETRN HOST NAME : Make alteration if necessary when to use the DHCP server. DHCP : Set the DHCP item to ON when to acquire an IP address automatically using the DHCP server. Set to OFF if DHCP server is not used.
Using the serial terminals The main unit is equipped with SERIAL terminals located in its terminal section on the side, and this terminal is compliant with RS232C. Also a serial output terminal is provided to enable plural projector control.
Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available: Remarks Command Function of command Power “ON” POF Power “OFF” IIS Switch input modes QSL Query for active lamp mode In standby mode, commands other than “PON” are invalid. • While the lamp is ON and being controlled, a “PON” command will not be accepted.
Using the REMOTE 2 terminal ; ; Using the REMOTE 2 terminal provided on the side of the main unit, it is possible to operate the projector from a control panel etc. furnished in a distant location where infrared remote control signal cannot be received.
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. Turn the power off and follow the steps below.
Cleaning and replacement of air filter If too much dust is deposited in the air filter, temperature inside the main unit will rise and the temperature monitor (TEMP) blinks, eventually turning off the power supply. Clean the air filter section once every 100 hours or so as a guideline depending on the location of projector operation. Procedure of cleaning Turn off the main power and remove the power plug from the receptacle.
Replacing the lamp unit WARNING! WARNING! Replacement of the lamp unit should When replacing the lamp, allow it to only be carried out by a qualified cool for at least one hour before technician. handling it. Precautions on lamp unit replacement ENGLISH Remove the power plug and confirm that the surroundings of the lamp unit have cooled off. Be careful when handling a light source lamp. The lamp unit has high internal pressure. If improperly handled, explosion might result.
Replacing the lamp unit Lamp unit replacement steps Attention • After 1 500 hours (4 000 hours when long life lamp units are used) of operating the same lamp, it is only possible to operate the unit for approximately 10 minutes. Steps to must be completed within 10 minutes. Turn the power off by following the steps on page 23, remove the power plug and confirm that the surroundings of the lamp unit have cooled off. Check that the fan has stopped running. Have a Phillips screwdriver ready ahead of time.
Insert the power cord plug into the wall outlet and then press the MAIN POWER switch. Attention • 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. Press the “POWER” button so that a picture is projected onto the screen. MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU LANGUAGE OPTION1 OPTI0N2 TEST PATTERN SYSTEM INFORMATION 1. 00.
Using Web Browser Control This projector has networking functions which allow it to be controlled through a web browser on a PC. The controlled items are: • Projector’s settings and adjustment • Projector’s status display • Transmission of a E-mail message when the projector has a problem Access procedure Start the web browser on your PC, then enter the IP address which was set in the projector. Enter “user1” in the user name field, then enter the password in the password field.
Detail control page Click [Projector Control], then [Detail control] to display the Detail control page. Temporary stop of video Lens adjustment Automatic screen display position setting Menu screen item entry and execution Menu display/non-display ENGLISH Test pattern display PC screen (menu, OSD) display Factory settings Number input (This function is used when a service person.) Status information page Click [Projector Control], then [Status information] to display the Status information page.
Using Web Browser Control Error information page When is displayed on the status information screen, click it to display the error details. OK: Normal operation FAILED: Occurrence of trouble Note • Depending on the nature of the error, the projector may be placed in the standby mode for its own protection. When [FAILED] has appeared for an item Description Parameter MAIN CPU BUS Trouble has occurred in the microcomputer circuitry. Consult your dealer.
E-mail setup page E-mail Enable/Disable toggling ENGLISH With this projector, if a problem occurs or if the lamp usage time reaches a set value, an e-mail message can be sent to one or more preset e-mail addresses (maximum two addresses). Click [Projector Control], then [E-mail set up] to display the E-mail setup page.
Using Web Browser Control Network config page Click [Network Setting], then [Network config] to display the Network config page. Toggling between Enabling/Disabling DHCP Button to update settings Host name field Available input characters: Alphanumeric characters (A–Z, a–z, 0–9), hyphen (-), period (.) Gate way address field Subnet mask field IP address field DNS server setup page Click [Network Setting], then [DNS Server set up] to display the DNS server setup page.
POP server setup page Click [Network Setting], then [POP server set up] to display the POP server setup page. Select “Enable” for this setting only when authentication is required for sending mail. POP server user name field POP server password field ENGLISH Toggling between Enabling/Disabling POP before SMTP POP server name field Available input characters: Alphanumeric characters (A–Z, a–z, 0–9), hyphen (-), period (.
Using Web Browser Control Network status page Click [Network Setting], then [Network status] to display the Network status page. MAC address display Set subnet mask display Network software version display Set IP address display Network status display Password change page Click [Change Password].
Before asking for service ---Before asking for service, check the following points.
Specifications PT-D5500E Model No. PT-D5500EL Power supply AC 220 - 240~ V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption 750 W (about 15 W in standby without fan running) DLP panel Panel size Display system Number of pixels 0.7 inch (aspect ratio 4:3) DMDTM element, DLP type 786 432 pixels (1 024 x 768 dots) Lens Powered zoom Powered focus control 1 to 1.36 F=1.7 to 2.0 f=25.6 to 33.
PT-D5500E Model No. Video input/output terminal S-video input terminal Serial input/output terminal Remote1 input/output terminal Remote2 terminal DVI-D terminal LAN terminal 1 set of high-density, D-sub 15p (female) [For YPBPR input] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] synchronization signal included, PBPR: 0.7 V[p-p] 75 Ω [For RGB input] 0.7 V[p-p] 75 Ω For G-SYNC: 1.
Compatible Signal List Display mode NTSC/NTSC4.43/ PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 480i 576i 480p 576p 1080/60i 1080/50i 720/60p VGA400 VGA480 SVGA MAC16 XGA MXGA MAC21 MSXGA SXGA UXGA Resolution (as a number of dots) Scanning frequency Dot clock Image Horizontal Vertical frequency quality (Hz) (MHz) (kHz) 720 X 480i 15.7 59.
Projection distances by projection lens The table below shows the projection distances of optional projection lenses. For the projection distance of the standard lens provided with the PT-D5500E (equipped with lens), refer to page 17. For instructions on how to install the lenses, refer to page 21. ENGLISH (SH, SW, L, LW, LT, H : m SD : inch) Wide-angle Wide-angle Long-focus IntermediateUltra-long-focus fixed-focus zoom lens zoom lens focus zoom lens zoom lens lens Model No. : Model No. : Model No.
Dimensions unit : mm 478.5 R3 441 4 12 368 425 0 TEMP VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN REMOTE 1 IN G/Y B/PB RGB 1 IN REMOTE 2 IN SYNC/HD LAMP1 LAMP2 POWER VD IN SERIAL RGB 2 IN OUT DVI-D IN LAN 157 167 R/PR OUT TBMU448 86.
ENGLISH Trademark acknowledgments Note: Purchase of this equipment includes the rights to use this software (the built-in microcomputer and information recorded on ROMs) but does not grant copyrights. Do not reverse engineer, change or modify the software. The guarantee will not be valid for any malfunctions caused by such actions. Trademark Acknowledgement • Digital Light Processing, DLP, and Digital Micromirror Device, DMD are registered trademarks of the Texas Instruments.
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