Operating Instructions Functional Manual LCD Projector Commercial Use PT-LZ370U Model No. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■■Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. ■■Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” ( pages 2 to 10).
Information Read Read thisthis first! first! Important Information WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Power Supply: CAUTION: This Projector is designed to operate on 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz AC, house current only. The AC power cord which is supplied with the projector as an accessory can only be used for power supplies up to 125 V. If you need to use higher voltages than this, you will need to obtain a separate 250 V power cord.
Read this first! Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-LZ370U Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Telephone number: (877)803-8492 E-mail: projectorsupport@us.panasonic.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Read this first! NOTIFICATION (Canada) Important Information This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. WARNING: zz Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75. zz For permanently connected equipment, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring.
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. zz If the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken, cut off the power supply.
Read this first! Important Information WARNING: Do not cover the air intake/exhaust ports or place anything within 100 mm (4") of them. 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. zz Do not place the projector on cloth or papers, as these materials could be drawn into the air intake port. Do not place your hands or other objects close to the air exhaust port.
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 place heavy objects on top of the projector. Failure to observe this will cause the projector to become unbalanced and fall, which could result in damage or injury. The projector will be damaged or deformed. 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.
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Features of the Projector Easy setup and improved serviceability Quick Steps For details, see the corresponding pages. 1. Set up your projector. ( page 25) 2x zoom lens and the lens shift ▶The ▶ allow more flexible setup of the projector. 2. Connect with other devices. ( page 32) Improved color reproducibility and contrast ▶A ▶ new lamp and optical system have been introduced to improve color reproducibility and contrast. 3. Connect the power cord.
Contents Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 10) Important Information Important Information Read this first!............................................. 2 Precautions for use....................................14 Preparation Cautions when transporting.............................. 14 Cautions when installing................................... 14 Security............................................................ 16 Disposal......................................................
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards..........120 Index.........................................................121 Preparation [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE].................................67 [LAMP POWER]...............................................68 [LAMP RUNTIME]............................................68 [SCHEDULE]....................................................68 [ECO MANAGEMENT].....................................69 [EMULATE]...................................................... 71 [FUNCTION BUTTON]..
Precautions Precautions for usefor use Important Information ■■Be sure to use the projector after removing the packaging material, such as the fastening tapes and protective sheet. Take proper care when disposing of the removed packaging material. Cautions when transporting zzWhen transporting the projector, be sure to attach the supplied lens cover to the projection lens. zzWhen transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts.
■■Do not tilt the projector or place it on its side. Do not tilt the projector body more than approximately ±30° vertically or ±10° horizontally. Overtilting may result in shortening the life of the components. 30° Important Information Precautions for use 30° ■■Do not cover the air intake/exhaust ports or place anything within 100 mm (4") of them. ■■Avoid using the projector at places where there are higher static electricity levels as far as possible.
Precautions for use Important Information zzDo not install the projector in a confined space. When it is necessary to install in a confined space, use air conditioning or ventilation separately. Exhaust heat may accumulate when the ventilation is not enough, triggering the protection circuit of the projector. zzUse the adjustable feet only for the floor standing installation and for adjusting the angle. If you use it other than this purpose, the projector may be damaged.
Cautions on use ■■In order to get the picture quality zzDraw 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, in order to obtain high-quality images with higher contrast. zzDepending on the conditions of use, the screen may fluctuate due to the hot air from the air exhaust port or the heated or cooled air from the air conditioner.
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.
■■Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follows. Instruction/list (PDF) Instructions – Functional zOperating z Manual Projector Monitoring & Control zMulti z Software Operation Manual Transfer Software Operation zLogo z Manual of Compatible Projector Models zList z – This is a list of projectors that are compatible with the software contained in the CD-ROM and their restrictions.
Start-up display Start-up display The initial setting screen is displayed when the projector is turned on for the first time after purchase or when executing [INITIALIZE ALL] ( page 74). Set them in accordance with circumstances. In other occasions, you can change the settings by menu operations. Note zzWhen the projector is turned on for the first time, you may be required to adjust with the zoom ring and focus ring in the front of the projector body to make the menu screen clearer.
About your projector About your projector (15) (1) (2) (10) (3) (4) (11) (5) (12) (6) (13) (7) (8) (14) (9) (16) (1) Remote control indicator Flashes by pressing any buttons. button (2) Power Sets the projector to the standby mode when the switch on the projector is set to . Starts projection when the projector power is off and in the standby mode. (3) Input selection (, ,
About your projector Projector body ■■Front, top, and side view (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) ■■Rear and bottom view (7) (8) (15) Preparation (16) (10) (7) (17) (18) (19) (13) (9) (10) (11) (12) (14) When the lens shift cover is attached Attention zzKeep your hands and other objects away from the air exhaust port. – Keep your hands and face away. – Do not insert your fingers. – Keep heat-sensitive articles away. Heated air from the air exhaust port can cause burns, injury, or deformations.
About your projector ■■Control panel (3) (1) (4) (1) Power button Sets the projector to the standby mode when the switch on the projector is set to . Starts projection when the projector power is off and in the standby mode. (2)
Using Remote Using Remote control control Inserting and removing the batteries 1) Open the cover. 2) Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the side first). (ii) Preparation (i) zzWhen removing the batteries, perform the steps in the reverse order.
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 tables describing projection distances. Image size and image position can be adjusted in accordance with the screen size and screen position.
Setting up the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 zWhen z (All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.) (unit: m) Projection distance (L) Distance from the center of Minimum projection Maximum projection lens to the image lower end (H) distance (LW) distance (LT) 1.02 (40") 1.38 (4' 6") 2.82 (9' 3") -0.02 - 0.63 1.27 (50") 1.74 (5' 9") 3.53 (11' 7") -0.02 - 0.78 1.52 (60") 2.10 (6' 11") 4.25 (13' 11") -0.03 - 0.94 1.78 (70") 2.
Setting up Adjusting adjustable feet In order to make the projection screen rectangle, place the projector on a flat surface with its front surface parallel to the screen. If the screen is tilted lower, extend the adjustable feet and adjust the angle to make a rectangle screen. If the projector is tilted horizontally, also use the adjustable feet and adjust the angle to keep the projector flat.
Setting up 3) Adjust projection using the lens shift lever. zzWhen adjusting the horizontal position, move the lens shift lever horizontally. Up to approx. 26% of the projection screen Up to approx. 26% of the projection screen Screen Move the lens shift lever in direction B Getting Started Move the lens shift lever in direction A zzWhen adjusting the vertical position, move the lens shift lever vertically. Up to approx.
Setting up ■■Projector location range The setting position can be adjusted within the following range. Refer to “Screen size and throw distance” ( page 26) for the projection screen height (SH) and width (SW).
Setting up range of the projection screen when the projector position is fixed zShift z Shift range for projection screen Getting Started Projection position without lens shift Projector Shift direction Maximum range of adjustment Horizontal (H) Approximately 26% of the projection screen width (SW) Vertical (V) Approximately 65% of the projection screen height (SH) Note zzPosition the projector directly in front of the screen and move the lens shift lever to the center to obtain the optimum projec
Connections Connections Before connecting to the projector zzRead carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. zzTurn off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. zzIf 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. zzVideo signals containing too much jitter may cause the images on the screen to randomly wobble or wafture.
Connections ■■/ terminals pin assignments and signal names Outside view Even-numbered pins (2) to (18) (2) (1) (18) (19) Odd-numbered pins (1) to (19) Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 2 shield T.M.D.S data 2T.M.D.S data 1+ T.M.D.S data 1 shield T.M.D.S data 1- (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (7) T.M.D.S data 0+ (17) (8) (9) (10) T.M.D.S data 0 shield T.M.D.S data 0T.M.D.S clock+ (18) (19) T.M.D.
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Switching on/off Switching on/off Connecting the power cord Use the supplied power cord to prevent removal of the power cord and make sure that it is fully inserted into the projector. Confirm that the switch is on the side before connecting the power cord. For detailed power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” ( pages 2 to 10).
Switching on/off Power indicator The power indicator indicates the power status. Check the status of the power indicator before operating the projector. 3RZHU LQGLFDWRU 21 * 67$1'%< 5 ! Indicator status Status No illumination or flashing The main power is switched off. Lit When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], the power is switched off. (The projector is in the standby mode.) button to start projection.
Switching on/off Switching on the projector Check external device connections before switching on the projector. 1) Connect the power cord to the projector. 2) Connect the power plug to an outlet. 3) Press the side of the switch to turn on the power. zzThe power indicator illuminates or flashes red. 4) Remove the lens cover. zzBe sure to remove the lens cover before starting projection. 5) Press the power button.
Switching on/off 3RZHU LQGLFDWRU 21 * 67$1'%< 5 ! Switching off the projector 1) Press the power button. zzThe power off confirmation message is displayed. 2) Press ◀▶ to select [OK], and press the button. (Or press the power button again.) Basic Operation zzProjection of the image will stop, and the power indicator on the projector illuminates orange. (The fan continues to operate.
Projecting Projecting Check the connections of the external devices ( page 32), the connection of the power cord ( page 35), and turn on the power ( page 37) to start projection. Select the video for projection, and adjust appearance of the projected image. Selecting the input signal Select an input signal. 1) Switch on the external devices. zzPress the play button on an external device, such as a Blu-ray player.
Projecting 3) Rotate the lens shift lever counterclockwise to release the lock. 4) Adjusts lens shift. zzAdjust the projection position with the lens shift lever. zzRefer to “Lens shift and positioning” ( page 28) for details. Basic Operation 5) Rotate the lens shift lever clockwise to fix. 6) Attach the lens shift cover. 7) Adjust the zoom and focus. zzTurn zoom ring and focus ring to adjust.
Remote control operation Remote control operation Using the Freeze function You can freeze the projected image and stop the sound temporarily, regardless of the playing condition of the external device. button 1) Press the button on the remote control. zzThe image disappears and the sound is muted. 2) Press the button again. zzThe image and sound resume. Note zz[FREEZE] is displayed on the screen while the freeze function is enabled.
Remote control operation Switching the input The input for projection can be switched. Using the Automatic setup function During signal input from a computer, [SHIFT], [DOT CLOCK], and [CLOCK PHASE] can be adjusted automatically. button Press the input selection (, ,
Remote control operation The to buttons on the remote control can be assigned to any frequent operations to be used as shortcut buttons. FUNC1 FUNC2 FUNC3 button Press the to button on the remote control. ■■To assign functions to the to buttons 1) Press the
Menu navigation Menu navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. 3) Press the button. Navigating through the menu zzSub-menu items become selectable. 4) Press ▲▼ to select the sub-menu item, then press ◀▶ to change the settings or adjust the parameter values. ■■Operating procedure button zzFor some items, press ◀▶ to display an individual adjustment screen with a bar scale as shown in the following diagram.
Menu navigation ■■To reset to the factory default If the button on the remote control is pressed, the values set or adjusted in the submenu items will be restored to the factory default settings. button Press the button on the remote control. This function differs depending on the screen displayed. zzWhen the sub-menu screen is displayed: The sub-menu items displayed are returned to their default settings.
Menu navigation Main menu Sub menu There are following seven items in the main menu. When a main menu item is selected, the screen changes to a sub-menu selection screen. Main menu item Page [PICTURE] 46 [POSITION] 46 [LANGUAGE] 47 [DISPLAY OPTION] 47 [PROJECTOR SETUP] 47 [SECURITY] 47 [NETWORK] 47 The sub-menu screen of the selected main menu item is displayed, and you can set and adjust the various items in the sub-menu.
Menu navigation ■■[LANGUAGE] ■■[SECURITY] Details ( page 61) Sub-menu item ■■[DISPLAY OPTION] [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL] [CLOSED CAPTION SETTING] [STARTUP LOGO] [AUTO SETUP SETTING] [SIGNAL SEARCH] [BACK COLOR] [SXGA MODE] [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Factory default — — [OFF] [DEFAULT LOGO] [AUTO] [ON] [BLUE] [SXGA] Page 62 63 63 64 64 64 65 65 65 ■■[PROJECTOR SETUP] Sub-menu item [STATUS] [PROJECTOR ID] [INITIAL START UP] [PROJECTION METHOD] [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] [LAMP POWER] [LAMP RUNTIME] [SCH
[PICTURE] [PICTURE] menumenu Select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 44) for the operation of the menu screen. zzAfter selecting the item, press ▲▼◀▶ to set. Note zzThe factory default picture modes are [DYNAMIC] for still image input signals and [STANDARD] for movie-based input signals. zzDICOM, the abbreviation of “Digital Imaging and Communication in Medicine”, is a standard for medical imaging technology.
[PICTURE] menu [BRIGHTNESS] [TINT] You can adjust the dark (black) part of the projected image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [BRIGHTNESS]. 2) Press ◀▶ or press the button. zzThe [BRIGHTNESS] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range Press ▶ . Increases the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. Maximum value +32 Reduces the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. Minimum value -32 Press ◀ .
[PICTURE] menu [DYNAMIC IRIS] You can switch automatic adjustment of the lamp and the lens iris on/off. This augments the video to create a video expression with sharp contrast between light and shade. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [DYNAMIC IRIS]. 2) Press ◀▶ or press the button. zzThe [DYNAMIC IRIS] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to switch [DYNAMIC IRIS]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [ON] [OFF] [ON] Enables [DYNAMIC IRIS].
[PICTURE] menu ■■To adjust the waveform Project the brightness adjustment signal of a commercial test disk (0% (0 IRE or 7.5 IRE) - 100% (100 IRE)) and perform adjustment. 1) Adjust [FULL SCAN(Y)]/[SINGLE LINE SCAN(Y)]. zzSelect the [PICTURE] menu and press ◀▶ to adjust [BRIGHTNESS] and then [CONTRAST]. Adjusts the black level of the display signal to 0% (0 IRE or [BRIGHTNESS] 7.5 IRE).
[PICTURE] menu 4) Adjust [FULL SCAN(B)]/[SINGLE LINE SCAN(B)]. zzSelect the [PICTURE] menu → [ADVANCED MENU] and press ◀▶ to adjust [BRIGHTNESS B] and then [CONTRAST B]. Adjusts the black level of the display signal to 0% (0 IRE or [BRIGHTNESS B] 7.5 IRE). zzSetting range -16 to +16 Adjusts the white level of the display signal to 100% (100 IRE). [CONTRAST B] zzSetting range -32 to +32 ■■To set [MONITOR POSITION] You can set the display position of the input waveform during the full scan display.
[PICTURE] menu zz[AUTO ADJUST] adjusts based on the 0% and 100% standard signal within the screen. Correct adjustment cannot be performed if standard signals are not displayed on the screen because of overscan etc., or if a signal that is less than 0% or greater than 100% is displayed on the screen. [ADVANCED MENU] You can perform more detailed adjustment in video images. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [ADVANCED MENU]. 2) Press the button. zzThe [ADVANCED MENU] screen is displayed.
[PICTURE] menu [DAYLIGHT VIEW] [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] You can correct the image to the optimal vividness even if it is projected under a bright light. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [DAYLIGHT VIEW]. 2) Press ◀▶ or press the button. zzThe [DAYLIGHT VIEW] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to switch [DAYLIGHT VIEW]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [AUTO] [AUTO] [ON] [OFF] Enables auto correction of [DAYLIGHT VIEW].
[PICTURE] menu [RGB/YCBCR]/[RGB/YPBPR] when the /
[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 44) for the operation of the menu screen. zzAfter selecting the item, press ▲▼◀▶ to set. [SHIFT] You can move the image position vertically or horizontally if the image position projected on the screen is shifted even when the relative position of the projector and the screen is installed correctly. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [SHIFT].
[POSITION] menu [DOT CLOCK] for computer (RGB) signal input zOnly z Use this function to adjust and minimize the effect of interference caused by projection of patterns consisting of vertical stripes. The projection of the following striped pattern may cause cyclic patterns (noise). Adjust so that the amount of interference is at a minimum. [CLOCK PHASE] You can adjust to achieve an optimal image when there is a flickering image or smeared outlines. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [CLOCK PHASE].
[POSITION] menu [OVER SCAN] Use the following steps to make adjustments when text and images on the periphery of the projected image are not properly displayed. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [OVER SCAN]. 2) Press ◀▶ or press the button. zzThe [OVER SCAN] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to adjust the level. Note zzThis item is not available for still image computer (RGB) signals. [ASPECT] You can switch the aspect ratio of the image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [ASPECT].
[POSITION] menu ■■For component (YCBCR/YPBPR) signal/movie-based computer (RGB) signal input 1125 (1080)/60i, 1125 (1080)/50i, zFor z 1125 (1080)/60p, 1125 (1080)/50p, 1125 (1080)/24p input [NORMAL] [S16:9] 750 (720)/60p, 750 (720)/50p input zFor z [NORMAL] [S16:9] [NATIVE] 525i (480i) (YCBCR) input zFor z [AUTO] [NORMAL] [H FIT] Note zzSome aspect ratios may not be available depending on the input signal.
[POSITION] menu Aspect ratio Screen Input signal [FULL] The image is projected using all the panel (screen) pixels. The input signals are converted to the aspect ratio of the panel (screen). [FRAME LOCK] for computer (RGB) or HDMI signal zOnly z input This setting is available for specific computer signals. Set when the movie is distorted. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [FRAME LOCK]. Projection screen 2) Press ◀▶ or press the button. zzThe [FRAME LOCK] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
[LANGUAGE] menu [LANGUAGE] menu Select [LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and display the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 44) for the operation of the menu screen. zzPress ▲▼ to select the language, and press the button to set. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display. 3,&785( 326,7,21 /$1*8$*( ',63/$< 237,21 352-(&725 6(783 6(&85,7< 1(7:25.
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu [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 44) for the operation of the menu screen. zzAfter selecting the item, press ▲▼◀▶ to set. [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] You can set the on-screen display. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]. 2) Press the button. zzThe [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen is displayed. 3) Press ▲▼ to select an item, and press ◀▶ to change the setting.
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu You can switch the setting when the projector is connected to an external equipment via HDMI cable and the image is not projected correctly. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [0-1023] [0-1023] [64-940] [64-940] Select when the HDMI terminal and DVI-D output terminal of an external equipment (computer, etc.
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu [STARTUP LOGO] [AUTO SETUP SETTING] You can set the logo display when the power is turned on. You can set the auto setup function. Set it to [AUTO] normally. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [STARTUP LOGO]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [AUTO SETUP SETTING]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [STARTUP LOGO]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [DEFAULT LOGO] [DEFAULT LOGO] [USER LOGO] [OFF] [USER LOGO] [OFF] Projects the Panasonic logo.
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu [BACK COLOR] [OTHER FUNCTIONS] You can set the color of the projected image when there is no signal input. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [BACK COLOR]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [BACK COLOR]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [BLUE] [BLACK] [USER LOGO] [DEFAULT LOGO] [BLUE] The entire projection area appears blue. [BLACK] The entire projection area appears black. [DEFAULT LOGO] [USER LOGO] Projects the Panasonic logo.
[PROJECTOR menu [PROJECTOR SETUP]SETUP] menu Select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 44) for the operation of the menu screen. zzAfter selecting the item, press ▲▼◀▶ to set. [PROJECTOR ID] The projector has an ID number setting function, and simultaneous control or individual control is possible with one remote control when multiple projectors are used side by side. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [PROJECTOR ID].
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] Set the mode for start-up when the switch is turned . 1) Press ▲▼ to select [INITIAL START UP]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [INITIAL START UP]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [LAST MEMORY] [LAST MEMORY] [STANDBY] [ON] Starts up the projector in the mode it was in before the switch is turned to . [STANDBY] Starts up in the standby mode. [ON] Starts projection immediately.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [LAMP POWER] [SCHEDULE] You can switch the electric power of projector lamp. Set the lamp power to meet the environment and purpose of projection. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [LAMP POWER]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [LAMP POWER]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [NORMAL] [NORMAL] [ECO] [ECO] When high brightness is needed When high brightness is not needed Note zzThe [ECO] mode can reduce power consumption and operation noise.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [TIME] Sets the time at which the command will be executed using ▲▼ . Selects a command to execute at the set time from the following. [POWER ON] [STANDBY] [AV MUTE] [ON] [OFF] [INPUT] [COMPUTER] [VIDEO] [S-VIDEO] [COMPONENT] [HDMI 1] [HDMI 2] [COMMAND] [LAMP POWER] [NORMAL] [ECO] [IN STANDBY MODE] [ON] [OFF] [VOLUME] 8) Press ▲▼ to select [STORE], and press the button.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note zzIn the following cases, lamp power may not drop automatically. – When [LAMP POWER] is set to [ECO] – Immediately after the lamp is turned on or immediately after setting [LAMP POWER] zzIf [AUTO POWER SAVE] is [OFF], [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION], [SIGNAL DETECTION], and [AV MUTE DETECTION] cannot be set. zzThe selection made here is reflected to the indication of the “ECO setting level” in the “Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software” installed from the supplied CD-ROM.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [EMULATE] When using the control commands for one of our projectors that you have previously purchased to control this projector using a computer via its input terminal, set up the function as follows. This will allow you to use the control software etc. designed for our existing projectors. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [EMULATE]. 2) Press the button. zzThe [EMULATE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press ▲▼ to select an item.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ■■[AUDIO IN SELECT] [AUDIO SETTING] Displays the details of the audio functions. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [AUDIO SETTING]. 2) Press the button. zzThe [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed. 3) Press ▲▼ to select an item, and press ◀▶ to adjust levels or change settings. You can select the audio input from connected external equipment. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button.
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [DATE AND TIME] You can set the time zone, date, and time of the builtin clock of the projector. By default, the time is set to +09:00. ■■To set the time zone ■■To adjust the date and time manually 1) Press ▲▼ to select [DATE AND TIME]. 2) Press the button. zzThe [DATE AND TIME] screen is displayed. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [DATE AND TIME]. 3) Select [ADJUST CLOCK]. 2) Press the button. 4) Press the button. 3) Press ▲▼ to select [TIME ZONE].
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [TEST PATTERN] Displays the test pattern built-in to the projector. Settings of position, size, and other factors will not be reflected in test patterns. Make sure to display the input signal before performing various adjustments. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [TEST PATTERN]. 2) Press the button. zzThe test pattern is displayed. 3) Press ◀▶ to switch the various test patterns. zzPress the
[SECURITY] menu Select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 44) for the operation of the menu screen. zzWhen the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press ▲▶▼◀▲▶▼◀ in order, and press the button. zzAfter selecting the item, press ▲▼◀▶ to set. [SECURITY] menu Note zzThe [PASSWORD] is set to [OFF] by default and after you perform initialization. zzChange the password periodically that is hard to guess.
[SECURITY] menu [DISPLAY SETTING] [MENU LOCK] You can overlap the security message (text or image) over the projecting image. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [DISPLAY SETTING]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [MENU LOCK]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [DISPLAY SETTING]. zzThe setting will change as follows each time you press the button. [OFF] [TEXT] You can set whether to display the menu and perform the menu operation when you press the
[SECURITY] menu [MENU LOCK PASSWORD] You can change the MENU LOCK PASSWORD. ■■[REMOTE CONTROLLER] zzYou can set the limitation on the control from the remote control. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [MENU LOCK PASSWORD]. [ENABLE] 2) Press the button. [DISABLE] zzThe [MENU LOCK PASSWORD] screen is displayed. 3) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select the text, and press the button to enter the text. zzUp to 16 characters can be entered. 4) Press ▲▼◀▶ to select [OK], and press the button.
[NETWORK] [NETWORK] menu menu Select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select the item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( page 44) for the operation of the menu screen. zzAfter selecting the item, press ▲▼◀▶ to set. Note zzWhen using a DHCP server, confirm that the DHCP server is running. zzConsult your network administrator regarding the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. zzThe following settings are applied by default.
[NETWORK] menu [NETWORK CONTROL] [INITIALIZE] You can set this function to control the projector from a computer connected via the network. You can restore the network settings to the factory default settings. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [NETWORK CONTROL]. 1) Press ▲▼ to select [INITIALIZE]. 2) Press ◀▶ to switch [NETWORK CONTROL]. zzEach time you press the button, the settings change as follows. [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF] Enables the control function from a computer connected via 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. zzSetting and adjustment of the projector zzDisplay of the projector status zzSetting of E-mail notification “Crestron RoomView” is a system developed by Crestron Electronics, Inc. which collectively manage and control multiple system devices connected via the network, from a computer. This projector supports “Crestron RoomView”.
[NETWORK] menu Network settings of computer Configure the network settings (wired LAN) of the computer. 1) Turn on the power of your computer. 2) Follow the network administrator’s instructions to configure the network settings. zzIf the projector is in the default settings ( page 78), make the following network settings on your computer. IP address Subnet mask Default gateway 192.168.10.100 255.255.255.0 192.168.10.1 Accessing from the Web browser 1) Start up the Web browser on the computer.
[NETWORK] menu Note zzIf you control the projector using a Web browser, set [NETWORK CONTROL] ( page 79) to [ON]. zzDo not perform setting or control simultaneously by starting up multiple Web browsers. Do not set or control the projector from multiple computers. zzChange the password first. ( page 93) zzThe administrator rights allows to use all functions.
[NETWORK] menu ■■[Projector status] page Click [Status] → [Projector status]. Displays the status of the projector for the following items. (5) (2) (3) (6) (4) (8) (7) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (10) [INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the status of the intake air temperature of the projector. (11) [EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the status of the exhaust air temperature of the projector. (12) [LAMP RUNTIME] Displays the lamp usage time (converted value).
[NETWORK] menu ■■Error information page When [Error (Detail)] is displayed on the [Projector status] screen, click it to display the error details. zzThe 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. ■■[Basic control] page Click [Projector control] → [Basic control]. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (1) [INPUT] Switches the input mode. (2) [VOLUME] Adjusts the volume (3) [PICTURE MODE] Switches the picture mode. (4) [AV MUTE] Switches between on and off of the AV mute. (5) [POWER] Switches between off and on of the power. (6) [CLOSED CAPTION] Switches the setting for the closed caption.
[NETWORK] menu ■■[Advanced control] page Click [Projector control] → [Advanced control]. (1) [POSITION] Operates items regarding angle of view. (2) [PICTURE] Operates items regarding picture quality. (1) (2) ■■[Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. zzThe [CAUTION!] screen is displayed by clicking [Network config]. zzThe current settings are displayed by clicking the [Next] button. zzThe following setting change screen is displayed by clicking the [Change] button.
[NETWORK] menu ■■[Adjust clock] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Adjust clock]. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (1) [Time Zone] Selects the time zone. (Factory default: GMT +09:00) (2) [Set time zone] Updates the time zone setting. (3) [NTP SYNCHRONIZATION] Set to [ON] to adjust the date and time automatically. (4) [NTP SERVER NAME] Enter the IP address or server name of the NTP server when you set to adjust the date and time manually. (To enter the server name, the setup of the DNS server is required.
[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) [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 lamp usage time reached the specified value. Click [Detailed set up] → [E-mail set up]. (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (1) (2) (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) (3) Settings 90 - ENGLISH (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]. (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) Settings (1) (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 of E-mail sent when E-mail is set zExample z The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. of E-mail sent for an error zExample z The following E-mail is sent when an error has occurred.
[NETWORK] menu ■■[Command port set up] page Set the port number used for command control. Click [Detailed set up] → [Command port set up]. (1) [COMMAND PORT] Set the port number used for command control. (2) [Set command port] Update the settings. (1) (2) ■■[Change password] page Click [Change password]. (1) (1) [Administrator] Used to change the setting of [Administrator]. (2) [User] Used to change the setting of [User]. (3) [Next] Used to change the setting of the password.
[NETWORK] menu zz[User] account (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (1) [Account] Displays the account to change. (2) [New] [User name] Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) (3) [New] [Password] Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) (4) [New] [Password(Retype)] Enter the desired new password again. (5) [OK] Determines the change of password. zz[Change password] (For user rights) Only the change of password is enabled under the user rights.
[NETWORK] menu ■■[CRESTRON RoomView] page You can monitor/control the projector using RoomView. To display the operation page of RoomView from Web Control screen, access with the administrator rights is required. (The [CRESTRON RoomView] button is not displayed on the Web Control screen for user rights.) When you click [CRESTRON RoomView], the RoomView operation page is displayed. If Adobe Flash Player is not installed in your computer, or if the browser does not support Flash, this page does not appear.
[NETWORK] menu page z[Info] z Click [Info] on the operation page. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (1) [Projector Name] Displays the name of the projector. (2) [Mac Address] Displays the MAC address. (3) [Lamp Hours] Displays the lamp usage time (converted value). (4) [Power Status] Displays the status of the power. (5) [Source] Displays the selected video input. (6) [Lamp Mode] Displays the lamp mode. (7) [Error Status] Displays the error status. (8) [exit] Returns to the operation page.
and indicators and indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicator and the temperature indicator will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follows. Attention zzWhen switching off the power to deal with problems, make sure to follow the procedure in “Switching off the projector” ( page 38). Note zzCheck the status of the power supply with the power indicator .
and indicators ■■Temperature indicator Indicator status zzIlluminates red during projection. (The message [REFER TO THE “TEMP indicator” SECTION IN THE OPERATION MANUAL.] is displayed on the projection screen.) zzFlashing red when the power is turned off (projection stops automatically). Problem The temperature inside and/or outside the projector is abnormally high.
Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before maintaining/replacing the unit zzMake sure to turn off the power before maintaining or replacing the unit. ( pages 35, 38) zzWhen turning off the power, make sure to follow the procedures in “Switching off the projector” ( page 38). Maintenance ■■Outer case Wipe off dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth. zzIf 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 2) Pull out the air filter unit. zzHold the grips on the air filter unit and pull out the air filter unit from the projector. Air filter unit Grips (arrow engraved) • After removing the air filter unit, remove any large build ups of dirt or dust in the air filter unit bay and the air intake port on the projector. 3) Clean the air filter unit. zzVacuum dirt and dust from the air filter unit. 4) Attach the air filter unit to the projector.
Maintenance/replacement Replacing the unit ■■Air filter and electrostatic filter The air filter should be replaced when cleaning is ineffective. The replacement air filter and electrostatic filter (TXFKN01RYNZP) are sold separately. (Service component) To purchase the product, consult your dealer. Replace the air filter and electrostatic filter whenever replacing the lamp unit. (An air filter and electrostatic filter are included with the replacement lamp unit ET-LAA110.
Maintenance/replacement 4) Replace the air filter and electrostatic filter. zzReplace the air filter and electrostatic filter in the air filter unit with new ones. • Ensure that you attach the electrostatic filter and air filter in the correct order. Tabs Air filter frame Air filter (black) Electrostatic filter (white) Protrusions Air filter case Ribs 5) Assemble the air filter unit.
Maintenance/replacement ■■Notes on the replacement of the lamp unit zzA Phillips screwdriver is necessary when replacing the lamp unit. zzSince the luminous lamp is made of glass, it may burst if dropped or hit with a hard object. Please handle with care. zzDo not disassemble or modify the lamp unit. zzWhen replacing the lamp unit, be sure to hold it by the handle. zzThe lamp may burst. Replace the lamp unit carefully so that the broken pieces of the lamp glass will not scatter.
Maintenance/replacement ■■Replacing the lamp unit Attention zzOnce a lamp unit has exceeded its lifespan of 3 000 hours (the lamp usage time (converted value)) the projector can only be used for ten minutes after turning on the power. ( page 103) Perform Steps 14) to 17) within ten minutes. zzWhen the projector is mounted on the ceiling, do not put your face near the lamp unit. zzDo not open the top cover except when replacing the lamp unit. zzDo not switch on the power while the top cover is opened.
Maintenance/replacement 4) Use a Phillips screwdriver to turn the lamp cover fixing screw (one screw) until it turns freely, and then remove the lamp cover. zzSlowly remove the lamp cover from the projector. Lamp cover fixing screw Lamp cover 5) Use a Phillips screwdriver to turn the lamp unit fixing screws (two screws) until it turns freely.
Maintenance/replacement 13) Press the power video projection. button on the control panel or on the remote control to start 14) Press the
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Review the following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Points to be checked Page zzIs the power plug firmly inserted into an outlet? zzIs the switch turned ? ― 38 zzIs the wall outlet supplying electricity? Power does not turn zzHave the circuit breakers tripped? on. ― ― zzIs the lamp indicator or the temperature indicator illuminating or flashing? No picture appears. The picture is fuzzy.
Troubleshooting Problem Points to be checked Page The buttons on the control panel do not operate. zzIs the [CONTROL PANEL] setting in [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] set to [DISABLE]? 77 zzIs [TV-SYSTEM] set correctly? The picture does not zzIs [RGB/YCBCR] or [RGB/YPBPR] set correctly? display correctly. zzIs there a problem with the video tape or other picture sources? Picture from a computer does not appear.
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 command The following table lists the PJLink protocol commands that can be used to control the projector.
Technical information ■■PJLink security authentication The password used for PJLink is the same as that of the password set for the web browser control. When using PJLink without security authentication, do not set a password for the web browser control. zzFor specifications regarding PJLink, refer to the Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association website. URL http://pjlink.jbmia.or.
Technical information transmission method zCommand z Transmit using the following command formats.
Technical information ■■When Web Control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect mode) method zConnection z 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 the IP address from the menu screen of the projector, and the port number from the Web Control page. IP address Port No.
Technical information terminal The terminal of the projector conforms with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controlled from a computer. ■■Connection Computer D-Sub 9-pin (female) Communication cable D-Sub 9-pin (male) ■■Pin assignments and signal names D-Sub 9-pin (female) Outside view (6) (9) (1) (5) Pin No.
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. (2 bytes) Start (1 byte) 2 ID Semicolon characters Colon*1 (1 byte) (2 bytes) (1 byte) 3 command ZZ, 01 to 06 characters (3 bytes) ID designate Parameter End (1 byte) (undefined length) *1: When transmitting a command which does not need a parameter, a colon (:) is not necessary.
Technical information ■■Cable specification connected to a computer zWhen z Projector ( terminal) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Computer (DTE specifications) ■■Control command The following table lists the commands that can be used to control the projector using a computer.
Technical information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projector. Scanning frequency Plug and play Dot clock *1 Frequency Format Horizontal Vertical (MHz) Computer HDMI (kHz) (Hz) Mode Signal name Resolution (Dots) NTSC/NTSC4.
Technical information Mode Signal name Resolution (Dots) MSXGA SXGA MSXGA60 SXGA60 SXGA75 SXGA85 SXGA+60 SXGA+60 SXGA+75 WXGA+60 UXGA60 WSXGA+60 1920 x 1080/60 1920 x 1080/50 WUXGA60RB 1 280 x 960 1 280 x 1 024 1 280 x 1 024 1 280 x 1 024 1 400 x 1 050 1 400 x 1 050 1 400 x 1 050 1 440 x 900 1 600 x 1 200 1 680 x 1 050 1 920 x 1 080 *2 1 920 x 1 080 1 920 x 1 200 *2 SXGA+ WXGA+ UXGA WSXGA+ 1920 x 1080 WUXGA Scanning frequency Plug and play Dot clock *1 Frequency Format Horizontal Vertical (MHz) Co
Specifications Specifications The following table describes the specifications of the projector. Model No. Power supply PT-LZ370U AC 100 V - 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 100 V - 240 V 350 W (4.2 A - 1.5 A) Power consumption Panel size Display method LCD panel Drive method Pixels 18.7 mm (0.74") (aspect ratio 16:9) 3 transparent LCD panels (RGB) Active matrix method 2 073 600 pixels (1 920 x 1 080) x 3 panels Manual zoom (2x)/Manual focus F 2.0 to 3.4, f 21.5 mm to 43.
Specifications Model No. PT-LZ370U 1 set, high-density D-Sub 15 pin (female) terminal terminal Terminals
Dimensions Dimensions 140 (5-1/2") 470 (18-1/2") 137 (5-13/32") 100 (3-15/16") 14 (9/16") 151 (5-15/16") 60 (2-3/8") 35 (1-3/8") 345 (13-19/32") Ceiling mount bracket safeguards zzWhen installing the projector to a ceiling, be sure to use the specified ceiling mount bracket (ET-PKA110H: for high ceilings, ET-PKA110S: for low ceilings). zzInstallation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be performed by a qualified technician.
Index Accessories terminal Adjustable feet [ADVANCED MENU] Air filter unit [ASPECT] [AUDIO SETTING] Automatic setup function [AUTO SETUP] button Remote control [AUTO SETUP SETTING] button Remote control AV mute function B 18 22, 35 28 53 99 58 72 42 65 21, 42 64 41 41, 65 [BACK COLOR] Before asking for repair [BRIGHTNESS] 65 107 49 Cautions on use Cautions when transporting CD-ROM Ceiling mount bracket Ceiling mount bracket safeguards [CLOCK PHASE] [CLOSED CAPTION SETTING
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