Operating Instructions Functional Manual LCD Projector Commercial Use Model No. PT-VZ570 PT-VW530 PT-VX600 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. ■■ This manual is intended for products manufactured from Jan. 2015 and beyond. ■■ 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!” (Æ pages 2 to 8).
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view. The equipment is not intended for used at a video workstation in compliance BildscharbV.
Read this first! WARNING: •• Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75. •• For permanently connected equipment, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring. •• For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Read this first! IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
Read this first! To remove the battery 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. Brazil Only Brasil Apenas Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento.
Read this first! 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! WARNING: Do not place your hands or other objects close to the air exhaust port. Doing so will cause burns or damage your hands or other objects. zz Heated air comes out of the air exhaust port. Do not place your hands or face, or objects which cannot withstand heat close to this port. Do not look and place your skin into the lights emitted from the lens while the projector is being used. Doing so can cause burns or loss of sight. zz Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens.
Read this first! WARNING: Remove the depleted batteries from the remote control promptly. zz Leaving them in the unit may result in fluid leakage, overheating, or explosion of the batteries. CAUTION: POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result.
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Features of the Projector Excellent Basic Performance ▶▶Unique optical system, lamp dimming system and the DAYLIGHT VIEW function allow you to project a good-quality image even in a bright room. ▶▶It has many useful functions such as compact design for portability and multiple input interface etc.. Quick Steps For details, see the corresponding pages. 1. Set up your projector. (Æ page 26) 2. Connect with external devices. (Æ page 31) Easy Setup ▶▶The 1.
Contents Contents Contents Read this first!.............................................2 Chapter 1 Preparation Precautions for use.................................................. 14 Cautions when transporting................................... 14 Cautions when installing........................................ 14 Security................................................................. 15 Cautions on use.................................................... 16 Disposal....................................
Contents [BACK COLOR]..................................................... 67 [WIDE MODE]....................................................... 68 [SXGA MODE]....................................................... 68 [P-TIMER].............................................................. 68 [OTHER FUNCTIONS].......................................... 69 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu................................... 70 [STATUS]...............................................................
Chapter 1 Preparation This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector.
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Precautions for use Cautions when transporting ff When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions. ff Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet. Cautions when installing rr Do not set up the projector outdoors. ff The projector is designed for indoor use only.
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use rr Cautions when setting the projectors ff Do not stack the projectors. ff Do not use the projector supporting it by the top. ff Do not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector. ff Avoid heating and cooling air from the air conditioning system directly blow to the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector.
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Cautions on use rr To get a good picture quality ff In order to view a beautiful image in higher contrast, prepare an appropriate environment. Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen. rr Do not touch the surface of the projector lens with your bare hands.
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed < > show the number of accessories.
Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow. Instruction / list (PDF) Software Operating Instructions – Functional Manual Operating Instructions – Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software Operating Instructions – Logo Transfer Software This is a list of projectors that are comList of Compatible Projector Models patible with the software contained in the CD-ROM and their restrictions.
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector About your projector Remote control 12 1 13 2 3 4 5 14 6 7 8 9 10 11 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 1 Power button Sets the projector to the state where the projector is switched off (standby mode). Also starts projection when the power is switched off (standby mode). 2 button Switches the COMPUTER1 signal to project. 3 button Switches the COMPUTER2 signal to project. 4 button Switches the HDMI1 signal to project.
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector Attention ff Do not drop the remote control. ff Avoid contact with liquids. ff Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. ff Please observe the following contents that are described on 1.Do not use old battery with new one. the back of the remote control unit (see the right picture). 2.Do not use batteries other than the 1. Do not use a new battery together with an old battery. type specified. 2. Do not use unspecified batteries. 3.
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector r Bottom r 6 Projection direction 11 14 Control panel and Indicators 15 Lamp cover The lamp unit is inside. Top 14 15 16 16 Vertical lens shift dial Adjusts the vertical position of the projected image. Attention ff Do not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector. rrControl panel and Indicators 1 Power button Sets the projector to the state where the projector is switched off (standby mode).
Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector rrConnecting terminals 1 terminal This is the terminal to input RGB signals or YCBCR/YPBPR signals. Or output the RGB signals or YCBCR/YPBPR signals to an external device. 2 terminal This is the terminal to input RGB signals, Y/C signals or YCBCR/YPBPR signals. 3 terminal This is the terminal to input HDMI1 signals. 4 terminal This is the terminal to input HDMI2 signals.
Chapter 1 Preparation - Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing batteries (ii) (i) Fig. 1 1) Open the cover. (Fig. 1) 2) Insert batteries and close the cover (insert the "m" side first). (Fig. 2) Fig. 2 ff When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order.
Chapter 1 Preparation - Attaching the Lens Cap Attaching the Lens Cap When moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period of time, attach the lens cap. To prevent loss for the lens cap, please according to the following procedures, attach the lens cap with the string of accessories. 1) Thread the thinner end of the string through the hole on the lens cap. Lens cap String 2) Thread the other end of the string through the hole on the bottom of the projector.
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter describes things you need to do before using the projector such as the setup and connections.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Setting up Installation mode There are four ways to set up the projector. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] (x page 71) depending on the installation mode.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Screen size and throw distance Refer to the screen size and projection distances to install the projector. Image size and image position can be adjusted in accordance with the screen size and screen position.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up For PT-VW530 All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements. (Unit: m) Projection size Screen diagonal (SD) 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 16:10 aspect ratio Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Height position Height position Height position distance distance distance distance distance distance (H) (H) (H) (LW) (LT) (LW) (LT) (LW) (LT) 0.76 (30") 0.83 1.37 0.009 ~ 0.228 0.76 1.24 -0.012 ~ 0.186 0.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up For PT-VZ570 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 16:10 aspect ratio Screen height (SH) = 0.6 × SD = 0.490 × SD = 0.530 × SD Screen width (SW) = 0.8 × SD = 0.872 × SD = 0.848 × SD Minimum distance (LW) = 1.0609 × SD - 0.0294 = 0.9632 × SD - 0.0294 = 0.9371 × SD - 0.0294 Maximum distance (LT) = 1.7098 × SD - 0.0319 = 1.5523 × SD - 0.0319 = 1.5103 × SD - 0.0319 For PT-VW530 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 16:10 aspect ratio Screen height (SH) = 0.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up r Top view PT-VZ570 Projection screen height 1 V 0.44 V Vertical lens shift dial Standard projection position PT-VW530 Projection screen height 1 V 0.48 V Projection screen width Standard projection position PT-VX600 Projection screen height 1 V 0.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting Before connecting ff Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. ff Turn off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. ff Take note of the following points before connecting the cables. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting terminal and terminal pin assignments and signal names Outside view Even-numbered pins Pin No. Signal names to Pin No. T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S clock shield T.M.D.S data 2 shield T.M.D.S clock - T.M.D.S data 2- CEC T.M.D.S data 1+ — T.M.D.S data 1 shield SCL T.M.D.S data 1- SDA T.M.D.S data 0+ Odd-numbered pins Signal names DDC/CEC GND T.M.D.S data 0 shield +5V T.M.D.S data 0- Hot plug detection to T.M.D.
Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting example : Computers Computer Control computer Computer MIC Computer Control computer Audio equipment Attention ff When connecting the projector to a computer or an external device, use the power cord supplied with each device and commercially available shielded cables. Note ff If you operate the projector using the computer with the resume feature (last memory), you may have to reset the resume feature to operate the projector.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations to start with.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off the projector Powering on/off the projector Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily. For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!”.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off the projector *2 The indicator will light as the following order: 2.0 seconds (light) → 2.0 seconds (off) *3 The indicator will light as the following order: 0.5 seconds (light) → 0.5 seconds (off) Note ff If the power indicator is blinking in red in a cycle of 2.75 seconds (light) → 0.25 seconds (off) → 0.75 seconds (light) → 0.25 seconds (off) → 0.75 seconds (light) → 0.25 seconds (off), please consult your dealer.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off the projector Initial setting (projector setup) Set each item. 1) Press as to select an item. Item Description Page Set [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the installation mode. [PROJECTION METHOD] After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD]. 71 [SCREEN FORMAT] Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and display position of the image.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off the projector 5) Move the vertical lens shift dial to adjust the position of the image. 6) If the input signal is an analog RGB signal, press the button on the control panel or the remote control. 7) Rotate the zoom lever to adjust the size of the image to match the screen. 8) Rotate the focus lever again to adjust the focus of the projected image.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting Projecting Check the connections of the peripheral devices (x page 31) and connection of the power cord (x page 35) and powering on the projector (x page 36) to start the projector. Select the image and adjust the state of the image. Selecting the input signal Select an input signal. 1) Press , ,
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AUTO SETUP function The automatic setup function can be used to automatically adjust the resolution, clock phase, and image position when analog RGB signals consisting of bitmap images such as computer signals are being input.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Controlling the volume of the speaker You can control the volume of the projector’s speaker or audio output. buttons 1) Press the button / button on the remote control. ff You can also press qw on the control panel. Increases the volume. Decreases the volume.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Using the DIGITAL ZOOM function (Only for still image-based computer (RGB) / still image-based HDMI signals input) You can enlarge the center area. You can also change the location of the area to be enlarged. buttons 1) Press the button / button on the remote control. ff The moving screen is displayed. ff The [DIGITAL ZOOM] individual adjustment screen is displayed when executing the menu operation.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AV MUTE function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to turn off the audio and image temporarily. button 1) Press the button on the remote control. ff The audio and image turn off. 2) Press the button again. ff The audio and image turn on.
Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control 2) Within five seconds, press the one-digit ID number set on the projector using the number (<1> - <6>) buttons. ff If you press the button, you can control the projectors regardless of the ID number setting of the projector. Attention ff Since the ID number of the remote control can be set without the projector, do not press the button on the remote control carelessly.
Chapter 4 Settings This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu.
Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Menu Navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button 1) Press the
Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Note ff Pressing the
Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Sub-menu item [BRIGHTNESS] [COLOR]*1 [TINT]*1 [SHARPNESS] [COLOR TEMPERATURE] [IRIS] [ADVANCED MENU] [DAYLIGHT VIEW] [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY]*1 [NOISE REDUCTION]*2 [TV-SYSTEM]*2 Factory default [0] [0] [0] [8] [DEFAULT] [ON] [AUTO] [ON] [OFF] [AUTO] Page 50 51 51 51 51 52 52 52 53 53 53 [RGB/YPBPR] / [RGB/YCBCR]*3 [AUTO] 53 *1 Only for movie-based signals. *2 Only when the
Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Sub-menu item [PROJECTION METHOD] [LAMP POWER] [ECO MANAGEMENT] [EMULATE] [FUNCTION BUTTON] [AUDIO SETTING] [TEST PATTERN] [FILTER COUNTER] [INITIALIZE ALL] Factory default [FRONT/DESK] [NORMAL] [DEFAULT] - Page 71 71 72 73 73 74 75 76 76 Factory Default [OFF] [OFF] [OFF] - Page 77 77 78 78 78 78 79 Factory default [ON] [OFF] [OFF] - Page 80 80 81 81 81 81 81 [SECURITY] Sub-menu item [PASSWORD] [PASSWORD CHANGE] [TEXT DISPLAY] [TEXT CHANGE] [MENU LOCK] [MENU LOCK
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu On the menu screen, select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (Æ page 46) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter f selecting the item, press asqw to set. [PICTURE MODE] You can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the environment in which the projector is used. 1) Press as to select [PICTURE MODE]. 2) Press qw or the button.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Operation Adjustment Press the w button. Increases the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. Press the q button. Reduces the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen. Adjustment range -32 ~ +32 [COLOR] (Only for movie-based signal input) You can adjust the color saturation of the projected image. 1) Press as to select [COLOR]. 2) Press qw or the button. ff The [COLOR] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [DEFAULT] [HIGH] [LOW] Factory default setting. Becomes a bluish image. Select this when the white areas of the projected image are reddish. Becomes a reddish image. Select this when the white areas of the projected image are bluish. [IRIS] Aperture correction and signal compensation are performed automatically based on the image to result in an image of optimum contrast. 1) Press as to select [IRIS]. 2) Press qw or the button.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Note ff [DAYLIGHT VIEW] cannot be set to [AUTO] when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] is set to [REAR/DESK] or [REAR/CEILING]. ff The [AUTO] mode may not function properly if an object is placed on the top of the projector. [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] (Only for movie-based signal input) You can improve the vertical resolution of 2-2 and 2-3 pull down video. This function is available only with the following signal inputs.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu 2) Press qw or the button. ff The [RGB/YPBPR] or [RGB/YCBCR] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press qw to switch the item. ff The items will switch each time you press the button. [AUTO] The sync signal automatically selects the signal [RGB] / [YPBPR] / [YCBCR]. [RGB] Select it for RGB signal input. [YPBPR] Select it for YPBPR signal input. [YCBCR] Select it for YCBCR signal input.
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu On the menu screen, select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (Æ page 46) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter f selecting the item, press asqw to set. [REALTIME KEYSTONE] The projector can correct the vertical trapezoidal distortion automatically when the projector is installed tilted. 1) Press as to select [REALTIME KEYSTONE]. 2) Press qw or the button.
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu 5) Press asqw to adjust the item. Items Operation Adjustment Press the q button. Left side will be smaller. Press the w button. Right side will be smaller. Press the a button. Upper will be smaller. Press the s button. Lower will be smaller. [H] [V] Setting [CORNER CORRECTION] 1) Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT]. 2) Press the button. ff The [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] screen is displayed. 3) Press as to select [CORNER CORRECTION].
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu 7) Press asqw to adjust the item. Adjusting [KEYSTONE] 1) Press asqw to adjust. ff For details, please refer to [KEYSTONE] in [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] menu. (Æ page 56) Adjusting [ARC] Items Operation Adjustment Press the q button. The top and bottom of horizontal line will be bulge. Press the w button. The top and bottom of horizontal line will be dent. Press the a button. The left and right of vertical line will be dent. Press the s button.
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu 5) Press as to select one item to adjust. [LENS THROW RATIO] [KEYSTONE] [BALANCE] Set the throw ratio for the lens used. Adjusts when the trapezoid of the projected image is distorted. Adjusts according to the lens shift range in the horizontal or vertical direction. Adjusting [LENS THROW RATIO] 1) Press as to select [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT]. 2) Press the button. ff The [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] screen is displayed. 3) Press as to select [KEYSTONE].
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu 2) Press the button. ff The [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] screen is displayed. 3) Press as to select [KEYSTONE]. 4) Press the button. ff The [KEYSTONE] screen is displayed. 5) Press as to select [BALANCE]. 6) Press the button. ff The [BALANCE] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 7) Press as to adjust the balance. Adjustment [VERTICAL BALANCE] [HORIZO Adjusts the balance according to the amount of the vertical lens shift adjustment.
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu 4) Press the button. ff The [CURVED CORRECTION] screen is displayed. 5) Press as to select the item to adjust, then press the button. ff The [CURVED CORRECTION] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 6) Press as to select one item to adjust. [LENS THROW RATIO]*1 [KEYSTONE]*2 [ARC]*3 [BALANCE]*4 [MAINTAIN ASPECT RATIO] Adjusts when the throw ratio of projector lens is changed. Adjusts when the trapezoid of the projected image is distorted.
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Orientation Operation Adjustment Press the w button. The image position moves to the right. Press the q button. The image position moves to the left. Horizontal (right and left) adjustment. [DOT CLOCK] (Only for computer (RGB) signals input) Use this function to adjust and minimize the effect of interference caused by projection of patterns consisting of vertical stripes. The projection of the striped pattern may cause cyclic patterns (noise).
Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [ASPECT] You can switch the aspect ratio of the image. The aspect ratio is switched within the screen range selected in [SCREEN SETTING]. Set [SCREEN SETTING] first. (x page 66) 1) Press as to select [ASPECT]. 2) Press qw or the button. ff The [ASPECT] individual adjustment screen is displayed. 3) Press qw to switch the item. ff The items will switch each time you press the button.
Chapter 4 Settings - [LANGUAGE] menu [LANGUAGE] menu On the menu screen, select [LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (Æ page 46) for the operation of the menu screen. fPress f as to select a language, and press button to set. [LANGUAGE] You can select the language of the on-screen display. ff Various menus, settings, adjustment screens, control button names, etc., are displayed in the selected language.
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DISPLAY OPTION] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (Æ page 46) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter f selecting the item, press asqw to set. [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] Set the on-screen display and position. [INPUT GUIDE] Set whether to display the input guide when switching the input source. 1) Press as to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY].
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu 3) Press as to select [OSD SIZE]. 4) Press qw to switch the item. [NORMAL] Use this setting normally. [DOUBLE] Double angle size (height and width will become two times) of [NORMAL]. [WARNING MESSAGE] Set the display/hide of the warning message. 1) Press as to select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]. 2) Press the button. ff The [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] screen is displayed. 3) Press as to select [WARNING MESSAGE]. 4) Press qw to switch the item.
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Setting the closed caption mode 1) Press as to select [CLOSED CAPTION SETTING]. 2) Press the button. ff The [CLOSED CAPTION SETTING] screen is displayed. 3) Press as to select [MODE]. 4) Press qw to switch the item. ff The items will switch each time you press the button. [CC1] [CC2] [CC3] [CC4] Displays CC1 data. Displays CC2 data. Displays CC3 data. Displays CC4 data.
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu r When [SCREEN FORMAT] is [16:9] [CENTER] [HIGH] [LOW] The image which aspect ratio is 16:9 will displayed in the center. The image which aspect ratio is 16:9 will displayed at the top. The image which aspect ratio is 16:9 will displayed at the bottom. r When [SCREEN FORMAT] is [4:3] (Only for PT-VZ570) [CENTER] The image which aspect ratio is 4:3 will displayed at the center. [LEFT] [RIGHT] The image which aspect ratio is 4:3 will displayed in the left.
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [BLUE] Displays the entire projection area in blue. [BLACK] Displays the entire projection area in black. [DEFAULT LOGO] Displays the Panasonic logo. [USER LOGO] Displays the image registered by the user. Note ff To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software” included in the supplied CD-ROM.
Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Note ff [TIMER] is enabled when [MODE] is set to [COUNT DOWN]. Using the presentation timer 1) Press as to select [P-TIMER]. 2) Press the button. ff The [P-TIMER] screen is displayed. 3) Press as to select the item, and press the button. [START] [STOP] [RESTART] [RESET] The count is started. The count is stopped. The count is resumed. The count is reset.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu On the menu screen, select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (Æ page 46) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter f selecting the item, press asqw to set. [STATUS] You can check the using status of the projector. 1) Press as to select [STATUS]. 2) Press the button. ff The [STATUS] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [COMPUTER2 IN] [COMPUTER1 OUT] When input the computer signal. Outputs the signal which has been input terminal. Note ff The [COMPUTER2 SELECT] will be unavailable when [COMPUTER2] is selected as input source. [PROJECTOR ID] The projector has an ID number setting function that can be used when multiple projectors are used side by side to enable simultaneous control or individual control via a single remote control.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [NORMAL] Select when high luminance is required. [ECO] Select when high luminance is not required. Note ff Set it to [ECO] rather than [NORMAL] when you want to reduce power consumption, extend the life of lamp and reduce operation noise. [ECO MANAGEMENT] This function optimizes lamp power according to the operating status to reduce power consumption. 1) Press as to select [ECO MANAGEMENT]. 2) Press the button.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Setting [STANDBY MODE] in step 3) Set the power consumption during standby. 1) 2) Press as to select [STANDBY MODE]. Press qw to switch the item. ff The items will switch each time you press the button. [NORMAL] [ECO] Select this item to use the network function or the serial communication function during standby. Select this item to reduce power consumption during standby.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 4) When the confirmation message is displayed, select [OK] and press the button. Note ff You can also cancel the assigned settings by displaying the on-screen menu, selecting the menu item to be canceled (main menu, submenu, or details menu), and then pressing the button for at least 3 seconds. [AUDIO SETTING] You can perform more detailed setting for Audio. Adjusting the volume 1) Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING].
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 4) [COMPUTER1] Set the audio output when [COMPUTER1] input is selected. [COMPUTER2] Set the audio output when [COMPUTER2] input is selected. [VIDEO] Set the audio output when [VIDEO] input is selected. [HDMI1] Set the audio output when [HDMI1] input is selected. [HDMI2] Set the audio output when [HDMI2] input is selected. Press qw to switch the item. ff The sub items will switch each time you press the button.
Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [FILTER COUNTER] This function is used to reset the filter use time and set the notification display. 1) Press as to select [FILTER COUNTER]. 2) Press the button. ff The [FILTER COUNTER] screen is displayed. [FILTER COUNTER] [TIMER] [FILTER COUNTER RESET] Displays the using time of the filter. Sets the timer when you want to display an alert message of filter replacement. Resets the filter counter. Setting [TIMER] 1) Press as to select [TIMER].
Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu On the menu screen, select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (Æ page 46) for the operation of the menu screen. f fWhen the projector is used for the first time Initial password: Press awsqawsq in order, and press the button. fAfter f selecting the item, press asqw to set.
Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu Note ff The entered password is displayed with "" mark on the screen. ff An error message is displayed on the screen when the entered password is incorrect. Re-enter the correct password. ff If numbers have been used for the security password, the security password will need to be initialized again if the remote control is lost. Consult your dealer for the initialization method. [TEXT DISPLAY] Overlap the security message (text) over the projecting image.
Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] Enable/disable the button operations on the control panel and the remote control. 1) Press as to select [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP]. 2) Press the button. ff The [CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] screen is displayed. 3) Press as to select one item between [CONTROL PANEL] and [REMOTE CONTROLLER]. [CONTROL PANEL] You can set the limitation on the control from the control panel.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu On the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu. Refer to "Navigating through the menu" (Æ page 46) for the operation of the menu screen. fAfter f selecting the item, press asqw to set. [WIRED LAN] You can make detailed wired LAN settings. 1) Press as to select [WIRED LAN]. 2) Press the button. ff The [WIRED DETAILED SETUP] screen is displayed.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Note ff [Name □□□□] (□□□□ is 4-digit number) is set before the projector leaves the factory. [NETWORK CONTROL] Set when you want to control the projector from a computer connected to the network. 1) Press as to select [NETWORK CONTROL]. 2) Press qw to switch the item. ff The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] This function is disabled. [ON] This function is enabled. WEB control, PJLink control, the command control of the LAN are enabled.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Network connections The projector has a network function, and the following operations are available from the computer using the web browser control. ff Setting and adjustment of the projector. ff Display of the projector status. ff Transmission of an E-mail message when there is a problem with the projector. The projector supports "Crestron Connected™", and the following application software of Crestron Electronics, Inc. can be used.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Note ff Please confirm with your network administrator before you connect to an existing network. ff The following settings are set before the projector leaves the factory. [DHCP] [IP ADDRESS] OFF 192.168.10.100 [SUBNET MASK] 255.255.255.0 [DEFAULT GATEWAY] 192.168.10.1 [DNS1] / [DNS2] NULL Computer setting 1) Turn on the computer. 2) Make the network setting according to your system administrator.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Note ff If you use a web browser to control the projector, set [NETWORK CONTROL] to [ON] in [NETWORK]. (Æ page 81) ff Do not perform setting or control simultaneously by starting up multiple web browsers. Do not set or control the projector from multiple computers. ff Change the password first. (x page 92) ff The administrator rights allow use of all functions.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu 8 [AV MUTE] Displays the AV mute status. 9 [VOLUME] Displays the volume status. 10 [INPUT] Displays the status of the selected input. 11 [INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the status of the air intake temperature of the projector. 12 [EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the status of the exhaust air temperature of the projector. 13 [LAMP RUNTIME] Displays the runtime of the lamp (converted value). 14 [SELF TEST] Displays the self diagnostics information.
Chapter 4 Settings - [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 6 1 [INPUT] Switches the input signal. 2 [VOLUME] Adjusts the volume level. 3 [PICTURE MODE] Switches the picture mode. 4 [AV MUTE] Switches between AV mute on/off. 5 [POWER] Turns on/off the power. 6 [CLOSED CAPTION] Switches the closed caption mode.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. 1) Click [Network config]. ff The [CAUTION!] screen is displayed. 2) Select the item which you want to change the setting, then click [Next]. ff The current setting is displayed. 3) Click [Change] button. ff The setting change screen is displayed. Wired LAN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 [DHCP ON], [DHCP OFF] To enable the DHCP client function, set to [DHCP ON].
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [Ping test] page Check whether the network is connected to the mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc. Click [Detailed set up] → [Ping test]. 1 3 2 4 1 [Input IP address] Enter the IP address of the server to be tested. 2 [Submit] Executes the connection test.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu 7 8 7 8 9 7 [E-MAIL ADDRESS 1]/[E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] Enter the E-mail address to be sent. Leave [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] blank when two E-mail addresses are not to be used. 8 Settings of the conditions to send E-mail Select the conditions to send E-mail. [MAIL CONTENTS]: Select either [NORMAL] or [SIMPLE]. [ERROR]: Send an E-mail when an error occurred in the selfdiagnosis.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Contents of mail sent Example of E-mail sent when E-mail is set Mail with the contents shown below is sent when the e-mail settings have been established.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Example of E-mail sent for an error Mail with the contents shown below is sent when an error has occurred.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [ECO management set up] page You can make settings for the ECO management function of the projector. Click [Detailed set up] → [ECO management set up]. 1 [LAMP POWER] Selects the [LAMP POWER] setting. 2 [AUTO POWER SAVE] Select [ON] to set [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION], [SIGNAL DETECTION], and [AV MUTE DETECTION]. 3 [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION] Enable ([ON])/disable ([OFF]) the ambient light detection function.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [Administrator] account 1 2 3 4 1 [Account] Displays the account to change. 2 [Current] [User name]: Enter the user name before the change. [Password]: Enter the current password. [Password]: Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) [Password (Retype)]: Enter the desired new password again. 4 [OK] Determines the change of password. 3 [New] [User name]: Enter the desired new user name.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [Change password] (For user rights) Only the change of password is enabled under the user rights. 1 2 3 4 1 [Old Password] Enter the current password. 3 [Retype] Enter the desired new password again. 2 [New Password] Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte) 4 [OK] Determines the change of password. Note ff To change the account of the administrator, you must enter the [User name] and [Password] in [Current].
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [Tools] page Click [Tools] on the control page. 1 2 3 4 5 1 [Control System] Set the information required for communicating with the controller to be connected with the projector. 2 [User Password] Set the user rights password for the Crestron Connected™ control page. 3 [Admin Password] Set the administrator rights password for the Crestron Connected™ control page. 4 Network status Displays the settings of wired LAN. [DHCP] Displays the current setting.
Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [Help] page Click [Help] on the control page. The [Help Desk] window is displayed. 1 1 [Help Desk] Send/receive messages to/from an administrator who uses Crestron Connected™.
Chapter 5 Maintenance This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the units.
Chapter 5 Maintenance - Lamp and Temperature indicators Lamp and Temperature indicators When an indicator lights up If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicator and the temperature indicator will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and remedy the indicated problems as follows. Attention ff Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering Off the Projector”.
Chapter 5 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement ff Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining the projector or replacing the unit. (x page 38) ff When switching off the projector, make sure to follow the procedures in “Powering Off the Projector”. (x page 38) Maintenance Outer case Wipe off dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth. ff If the dirt is persistent, soak the cloth with water and wring it thoroughly before wiping.
Chapter 5 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement 3) Attach the optional Replacement Filter Unit (Model No.: ET‑RFV400) to the projector. ff Hold the air filter unit that the tab is in left side in the figure, put the right side in the figure first, and press the tab until make a click sound. ff Please press the tab of the air filter unit other than the pleated filter during installation. Air filter unit Tab 4) Attach the air filter cover to the projector.
Chapter 5 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Attention ff Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured by Panasonic. Use only specified lamp units. Note ff The model numbers of accessories and optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice. When to replace the lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component.
Chapter 5 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement 3) Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the three lamp unit fixing screws (×3) until they turn freely. 4) Hold the used lamp unit by its handles, and pull it gently from the projector. Lamp unit fixing screws Handles 5) Insert the new lamp unit in correct direction. Tighten the three lamp unit fixing screws (×3) securely with a Phillips screwdriver. ff When you experience difficulty in installing the lamp unit, remove it and try again.
Chapter 5 Maintenance - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problem Reference page Cause Power does not turn on. ff The power cord may not be connected. ff No electric supply is at the wall outlet. ff The circuit breakers have tripped. ff Is the lamp indicator or temperature indicator lit or blinking? ff The lamp cover has not been securely installed. No picture appears.
Chapter 6 Appendix This chapter describes specifications and after-sales service for the projector.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Technical Information Technical Information PJLink protocol The network function of the projector supports PJLink class 1, and the PJLink protocol can be used to perform projector setting and projector status query operations from a computer. Control commands The following table lists the PJLink protocol commands that can be used to control the projector. ff x characters in tables are non-specific characters.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Technical Information Control commands via LAN When WEB Control administrator rights password is set (Protect mode) Connection method 1) Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1 024) of the projector and make a request for connection to the projector. ff Acquire the IP address from the menu screen of the projector, and the port number from the WEB control page. IP address : Obtain from MAIN MENU → [NETWORK] → [STATUS] Port No.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Technical Information When WEB Control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect mode) Connection method 1) Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set value = 1 024) of the projector and make a request for connection to the projector. ff Acquire the IP address from the menu screen of the projector, and the port number from the WEB control page. IP address : Port No.
Chapter 6 Appendix - 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 Connecting terminals on projector Computer D-Sub 9p (female) D-Sub 9p (male) Communication cable (straight) Pin assignments and signal names D-Sub 9-pin (female) Outside view Pin No.
Chapter 6 Appendix - 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.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Technical Information Cable specifications [When connected to a computer] 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 commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the type of signals compatible with the projectors. ff Symbols that indicate formats are as follows. gg V : VIDEO gg R : RGB gg Y : YCBCR/YPBPR gg H : HDMI Display resolution (dots) Mode Scanning frequency H (kHz) V (Hz) Dot clock frequency (MHz) PnP*1 Format COMPUTER1 / COMPUTER2 HDMI NTSC/NTSC4.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Technical Information Mode 1280 x 720 1280 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 960 SXGA 1366 x 768 1400 x 1050 1440 x 900 1600 x 900 UXGA 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 WUXGA Scanning frequency PnP*1 H (kHz) V (Hz) Dot clock frequency (MHz) 1 280 x 720 37.1 49.8 60.5 R/H ― ― 1 280 x 720 44.8 59.9 74.5 R/H ― ― 1 280 x 768 60.3 74.9 102.3 R/H ― ― 1 280 x 768 1 280 x 800 1 280 x 800 1 280 x 800 1 280 x 800 1 280 x 960 68.6 41.3 49.7 62.8 71.6 60.0 84.8 50.0 59.8 74.9 84.9 60.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Specifications Specifications The specifications of this projector are as follows. AC 120 V, 50 Hz / 60 Hz (For North America) AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz / 60 Hz (For other countries) Power supply PT-VZ570 Power consumption Size LCD panel PT-VW530, 356 W (3.3 A) (For North America) PT-VX600 362 W (4.1 A -1.6 A) (For other countries) When [STANDBY MODE] of [ECO MANAGEMENT] is set to [ECO] : 0.2 W (For North America), 0.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Specifications Screen aspect ratio PT-VZ570, PT-VW530 16:10 PT-VX600 4:3 Projection scheme [FRONT/DESK], [FRONT/CEILING], [REAR/DESK], [REAR/CEILING] (Menu setting system) Speaker 1 (4.0 cm round-type) Maximum usable volume output 10 W 1 set, high-density D‑Sub 15 p (female) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (When G-SYNC: 1.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Dimensions Dimensions 332.0 (13-1/16") 389.0 (15-5/16") 250.0 (9-27/32") 63.8 (2-1/2") 125.0 (4-29/32") 104.6 (4-1/8") 337.0 (13-9/32") Actual dimension may differ by product.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Ceiling mount bracket safeguards ff When installing the projector to a ceiling, be sure to use the specified optional Ceiling Mount Bracket for Projectors. Model No. of ceiling mount bracket: ET-PKL100S (for low ceilings); ET-PKV400B (Projector mount bracket) ET-PKL100H (for high ceilings); ET-PKV400B (Projector mount bracket) ff When installing the projector, attach the drop-prevention kit included with the Ceiling Mount Bracket for Projectors.
Chapter 6 Appendix - Index Index A Accessing from the web browser . . . . . . 83 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Adjusting adjustable feet . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 [ADVANCED MENU] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 [AMX D.D.] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 [ASPECT] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Attaching the Lens Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 [AUDIO SETTING] . . . . . .
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
