Panasonic PT-LB55NTE, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...LISH R Before operating this product please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use LCD Projector Operating Instructions Model No PT LB60NTE PT LB55NTE TQBJ 0195 Commercial Use ...

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Page 3: ...with general household waste For proper treatment recovery and recycling please take these products to designated collection points where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis Alternatively in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources...

Page 4: ...e 40 PICTURE MODE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS COLOR TEMPERATURE Projecting sRGB compatible pictures DAYLIGHT VIEW AI DETAILED SETUP Adjusting the position 44 REALTIME KEYSTONE KEYSTONE POSITION DOT CLOCK CLOCK PHASE ASPECT RESIZING FRAME LOCK Changing the display language 48 Option settings 49 INPUT GUIDE STARTUP LOGO POINTER SELECT PC2 SELECT LAMP POWER LAMP RUNTIME POWER OFF TIMER D...

Page 5: ...d or the cabinet is broken disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket BContinued use of the projector in this condition may result in fire or electric shocks BContact an Authorised Service Centre for repairs Do not overload the mains socket BIf the power supply is overloaded for example by using too many adapters overheating may occur and fire may result Do not remove the cover or modify it i...

Page 6: ...tor to overheat which can cause burns fire or damage to the projector Do not place liquid containers on top of the projector BIf water spills onto the projector or gets inside it fire or electric shocks could result BIf any water gets inside the projector contact an Authorised Service Centre Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector BDo not insert any metal objects or flammable objects ...

Page 7: ...ght result BThe lamp can easily become damaged if struck against hard objects or dropped and injury or malfunctions may result When replacing the lamp allow it to cool for at least one hour before handling it BThe lamp cover gets very hot and touching it can cause burns Before replacing the lamp be sure to disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket BElectric shocks or explosions can result if...

Page 8: ... leak and fire injury or contamination of the battery compartment and surrounding area may result Do not put your weight on this projector BYou could fall or the projector could break and injury may result BBe especially careful not to let young children stand or sit on the projector If not using the projector for an extended period of time disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket BIf dust ...

Page 9: ...the projector at least once a year BIf dust is left to build up inside the projector without being cleaned out it can result in fire or problems with operation BIt is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector before the season for humid weather arrives Ask your nearest Authorised Service Centre to clean the projector when required Please discuss with the Authorised Service Centre regarding ...

Page 10: ...ion or shocks The internal parts can be damaged which may cause malfunctions or accidents Avoid setting up in places which are subject to sudden temperature changes such as near an air conditioner The life of the lamp may be shortened Do not set up the projector near high voltage power lines or near motors The projector may be subject to electromagnetic interference If installing the projector to ...

Page 11: ...r Screen Do not apply any volatile substances which may cause discolouration to the screen and do not let it become dirty or damaged Lamp The lamp may need to be replaced earlier due to variables such as individual lamp characteristics usage conditions and the installation environment especially when the projector is subjected to continuous use for more than 10 hours or the power is frequently tur...

Page 12: ...able theft prevention cable manufactured by Kensington This security lock is compatible with the Microsaver Security System from Kensington Leg adjuster buttons L R page 27 These buttons are used to unlock the front adjustable legs Press to adjust the angle of tilt of the projector Lens cover Projection lens Remote control signal receptor page 24 Projector Top right and front ...

Page 13: ... not place your hands or face or objects which cannot withstand heat close to this port allow at least 15 cm 6 of space otherwise burns or damage could result NOTE BDuring projection of an image the cooling fan will operate emitting a small noise as it operates This noise may change depending on the ambient temperature Turning the lamp on or off will cause this noise to increase a little BBy using...

Page 14: ...t 0 2 1 5 4 3 Projector control panel PC INPUT indicator This indicator illuminates when a signal is being input to the connector PC 1 IN or PC 2 IN selected using the input select buttons Menu operation on connector panel page 16 ...

Page 15: ... If this button is pressed while a RGB signal is being projected the position of the image and the settings for DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE will be adjusted automatically MENU button pages 36 and 38 This button is used to display the menu screen When a menu screen is being displayed this button can be used to return to a previous screen or to clear the screen Arrow F FG GI I and H H buttons page 38 ...

Page 16: ...ttons 2SHUTTER button page 32 This button is used to momentarily turn off the picture and sound You can also select this function from the on screen menu refer to page 53 3DEFAULT button page 39 This button is used to reset the projector adjustment values to the factory default settings 4VOLUME buttons page 32 These buttons are used to adjust the volume of the sound that is output from the project...

Page 17: ...nput AUDIO IN L R connectors for S VIDEO VIDEO page 23 Menu operation page 14 VIDEO IN connector page 23 This connector is used to input video signals from video equipment such as a video deck VARIABLE AUDIO OUT connector pages 21 22 and 23 This connector is used to output the audio signals which are input to the projector If audio equipment is connected to this connector no sound will be output f...

Page 18: ...ng a translucent screen Menu item Setting FRONT DESK INSTALLATION Menu item Setting FRONT CEILING INSTALLATION Menu item Setting REAR DESK INSTALLATION Menu item Setting REAR CEILING INSTALLATION NOTE BYou will need to purchase the separate ceiling bracket ET PKB30 when using the ceiling installation method BDo not set up the projector vertically or tilted horizontally otherwise it may cause damag...

Page 19: ...ted H1 L SH L SW Projector position L Projection distance SH Image height SW Image width H1 Distance from centre of lens to bottom edge of projected image Top edge of screen Screen Bottom edge of screen Screen 96 2 mm 3 25 32 ...

Page 20: ... m 7 1 16 0 22 m 8 21 32 0 30 m 11 25 32 0 37 m 14 9 16 0 44 m 17 5 16 NOTE BThe dimensions in the table above are approximate BFor details about projected image distances refer to page 67 Wide LW Telephoto LT Projection distance L Height position H1 4 3 Screen size diagonal 0 84 m 33 1 02 m 40 1 27 m 50 1 52 m 60 1 78 m 70 2 03 m 80 2 29 m 90 2 54 m 100 3 05 m 120 3 81 m 150 5 08 m 200 6 35 m 250...

Page 21: ...cker In such cases it will be necessary to connect a TBC time base corrector BRefer to the list on page 68 for details on compatible signals which can be input to the projector BOnly one audio system circuit is available for the AUDIO IN L R connectors so if you change the audio input source you will need to remove and insert the appropriate plugs Connecting to computer RGB signal cable accessory ...

Page 22: ...d off while DIGITAL ZOOM or INDEX WINDOW is being used these functions will be cancelled pages 33 and 34 Connecting to video equipment 1 D sub15 pin male BNCx5 male adapter cable DVD player with component video connectors DIN 8 pin male Computer for control use Red connect to PR signal connector Blue connect to PB signal connector Green connect to Y signal connector BNC RCA adapter Serial adapter ...

Page 23: ...ENGLISH 23 Getting started Connecting to video equipment 2 DIN 8 pin male DVD player Video deck Computer for control use Serial adapter ET ADSER sold separately Audio system ...

Page 24: ...faces of the receptor Furthermore the remote control unit can be operated from an angle of 30 to the left or right and 15 above or below the receptor BIf the buttons on the remote control unit are kept pressed the battery power will be consumed rapidly BIf there are any obstacles in between the remote control unit and the receptor the remote control unit may not operate correctly BIf strong light ...

Page 25: ...ENGLISH 25 Getting started ...

Page 26: ...rojector will flash green After a short period it will illuminate green and the startup logo will be displayed If you would like the startup logo not to be displayed set STARTUP LOGO to OFF Refer to page 49 Turn on the power of all connected devices BStart the play function of a device such as a DVD player NOTE BA tinkling sound may be heard when the lamp unit is turned on but this is not a sign o...

Page 27: ...u set the projector up first and when you change the placement after original setup Press the AUTO SETUP button when RGB signals are being input BSettings such as the position of the image will be corrected automatically page 31 Adjusting the size BTurn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the projected image Adjusting the focus BTurn the focus ring to adjust the focus of the projected image Adjust...

Page 28: ...ER button BThe POWER OFF confirmation screen will be displayed Press the POWER button again BThe lamp unit will switch off and the picture will stop being projected The POWER button on the projector will illuminate orange while the cooling fan is still operating Disconnect the mains lead after the POWER button on the projector illuminates red BDisconnect the mains plug from the mains socket first ...

Page 29: ... be projected Flashing Illuminated Illuminated Flashing Green Orange Projector status Direct power off function You can disconnect the mains lead during projection or immediately after use and move the projector The cooling fan will operate by the internal power supply to cool down the lamp BWhen this function is used it may take more time for the lamp to turn back on again compared to when the la...

Page 30: ... WIRELESS VIDEO Press the DIRECT INPUT SELECT buttons BYou can select the input signal directly DIRECT INPUT SELECT buttons Remote control unit Changing signals The signal that is being input to the PC 1 IN connector will be projected The signal that is being input to the PC 2 IN connector will be projected The signal that is being input to the S VIDEO IN connector will be projected The signal tha...

Page 31: ... carried out NOTE B SIGNAL SEARCH will also be carried out When SIGNAL SEARCH is set to ON refer to page 51 for details BIf the dot clock frequency is 100 MHz or higher DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE will not be adjusted automatically Refer to page 45 for details BIf the edges of the projected image are indistinct or if a dark picture is being projected the automatic setup processing may stop automatic...

Page 32: ... mode Press the SHUTTER button BThe picture and sound will be turned off BPress any button on either the projector or remote control unit to return to normal operating mode NOTE BYou can also select SHUTTER from the on screen menu refer to page 53 Adjusting the volume VOLUME You can adjust the volume of the sound that is output from the projector s built in speaker and VARIABLE AUDIO OUT connector...

Page 33: ...e being input the enlargement ratio can be changed within the range of 1x to 3x except when the FRAME LOCK is set to ON page 47 BIf the type of signal being input changes while the digital zoom function is being used the digital zoom function will be cancelled Button functions when using DIGITAL ZOOM button The enlargement ratio will increase button The enlargement ratio will decrease FG buttons T...

Page 34: ...tio will also change Make sure that you fully understand the notes on ASPECT on page 47 before using the INDEX WINDOW function BYou can also select INDEX WINDOW from the on screen menu refer to page 53 Moving picture Still picture Moving picture Button functions when using INDEX WINDOW Press the F or G button to select a screen size It can switch to three stages Still picture Moving picture Still ...

Page 35: ... the pointer Press the FGIH buttons to move the pointer You can select the pointer in POINTER SELECT from 3 types refer to page 50 Pointer1 Pointer2 Pointer3 Displaying the pointer POINTER You can display the pointer on the projected images Useful functions Projector control panel The pointer will move in 4 directions as shown below Remote control unit The pointer will move in 8 directions as show...

Page 36: ...enus The general arrangement of these menus is shown below Menu Screen When a VIDEO signal is being input POSITION menu page 44 BPress the MENU button to display the menu screen Refer to page 38 for details on how to operate the on screen menus BThe illustrations of the on screen menus in this operating instructions are for the PT LB60NTE PICTURE menu page 40 ...

Page 37: ...ENGLISH 37 Adjustments and settings 2 2 LANGUAGE menu page 48 SECURITY menu page 54 WIRELESS menu page 56 OPTION menu page 49 G F G F ...

Page 38: ...he ENTER button Menu operation guide The menu screen will be displayed The selected item will be displayed in orange The sub menu for the selected item will be displayed on the right side You can select an item from the sub menu NOTE BPress the MENU button to return to the previous screen Menu operation on connector panel ...

Page 39: ...etting to the factory default If you press the DEFAULT button on the remote control unit you can return settings to the factory default settings However the operation of this function varies depending on which screen is being displayed B BWhen a menu screen is being displayed All the items on the sub menu which is being displayed will be returned to their factory default settings and the value and...

Page 40: ...tive setting or a bar scale the individual adjustment screen will be displayed For DETAILED SETUP press the ENTER button to display the next screen When an S VIDEO VIDEO signal is being input When WIRELESS is selected When an RGB signal is being input When an YPBPR signal is being input PICTURE MODE When an S VIDEO VIDEO YPBPR signal is being input When an RGB signal is being input or WIRELESS is ...

Page 41: ...ones in the picture The flesh tones are greenish I button The flesh tones are reddish H button SHARPNESS To soften the picture details I button To sharpen the picture details H button COLOR TEMPERATURE This is used to adjust the white areas of the picture if they appear bluish or reddish Normally STANDARD should be selected If the white areas of the pictures appear reddish set to HIGH If the white...

Page 42: ... correctly if any objects are placed on the projector B AUTO will be disabled when INSTALLATION in the OPTION menu is set to REAR DESK or REAR CEILING AI ON The lamp is controlled according to the input signals to project images with the best quality OFF AI is disabled DAYLIGHT VIEW This adjusts the vividness of the projected images when the projector is used under bright lighting AUTO The vividne...

Page 43: ...ce flickering of still images vertical flicker set STILL MODE to ON This should normally be set to AUTO If the signal is of such poor quality that the correct format cannot be automatically distinguished change the setting manually to the required TV system TV SYSTEM S VIDEO VIDEO only NOTE BWhen set to AUTO the projector automatically distinguishes between NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL PAL60 PAL M PAL N SEC...

Page 44: ... KEYSTONE to OFF and correct the vertical keystone distortion manually Adjusting the position Press the MENU button to display the menu screen Select the POSITION menu from the main menu and then press the ENTER button Press the F or G button to select an item When RGB signals are being input first press the AUTO SETUP button to initiate automatic positioning If the optimum setting is not obtained...

Page 45: ... NOTE BVertical keystone distortion can be corrected to 30 of the angle of tilt However the greater the correction amount the more the picture quality will deteriorate and the harder it will become to achieve a good level of focus To obtain the best picture quality set up the projector and screen in such a way that the amount of keystone correction required is as minimal as possible BThe picture s...

Page 46: ...ithout change 16 9 The picture is compressed to a ratio of 16 9 and projected S1 video signals B S1 video signals are a type of video signal with an aspect ratio of 16 9 which include a detector signal This detector signal is output by some sources such as wide vision video decks B When ASPECT is set to AUTO the projector recognizes the detector signal and automatically switches the aspect ratio t...

Page 47: ...OM REALTIME KEYSTONE KEYSTONE or INDEX WINDOW will not function FRAME LOCK RGB only If the picture s condition is bad while an RGB moving picture is projected set FRAME LOCK to ON Refer to page 68 for compatible RGB signals NOTE BIf using this projector in places such as cafes or hotels to display programmes for a commercial purpose or for public presentation note that if the aspect ratio 16 9 sel...

Page 48: ...NU button to display the menu screen Select the LANGUAGE menu from the main menu and then press the ENTER button Press the F F or G G button to select a language and then press the ENTER button 1 2 G Indicates the language which is currently set 2 2 F F G ...

Page 49: ...of the input signal will be displayed STARTUP LOGO ON The Panasonic logo will be displayed when the power is turned on OFF The Panasonic logo will not be displayed when the power is turned on INPUT GUIDE When the input signal is changed the input signal information will be displayed in the upper right corner of the projected images You can select the level of the input signal information F G NOTE ...

Page 50: ...on page 61 and reset LAMP RUNTIME to 0 POINTER SELECT If you press the POINTER button on the remote control unit the pointer will be displayed You can select the pointer from 3 types as shown below refer to page 35 A double circle will be displayed A circle with a cross will be displayed A hand will be displayed PC2 SELECT This setting is used to select the function of the PC 2 IN PC 1 OUT connect...

Page 51: ...gnal is input to the projector for the duration of the period you set the projector will return to standby mode The period can be set from 15 minutes to 60 minutes in 5 minute intervals If you don t use this feature set it to DISABLE DIRECT POWER ON This sets the projector s start up status for when the mains lead is connected OFF The projector will start from the same status as when the mains lea...

Page 52: ...peaker and VARIABLE AUDIO OUT connector INSTALLATION This setting should be changed in accordance with the projector setting up method Refer to page 18 FRONT DESK When the projector is placed on a desk or similar in front of a screen FRONT CEILING When the projector is placed in front of a screen and suspended from a ceiling using a ceiling bracket sold separately REAR DESK When using a translucen...

Page 53: ... input to the projector DETAILED SETUP Press the ENTER button to display the DETAILED SETUP menu INDEX WINDOW This functions in the same way as the INDEX WINDOW button on the remote control unit Refer to page 34 for details SHUTTER This functions in the same way as the SHUTTER button on the remote control unit Refer to page 32 for details OSD DESIGN You can select the background for the OSD from 3...

Page 54: ... can be set Press the ENTER button Enter the password again for confirmation Press the ENTER button When you use the SECURITY function for the first time Press the F H G I F H G and I buttons in order then press the ENTER button When a password change has been made before Type in the changed password then press the ENTER button Press the F or G button to select an item Press the I or H button to c...

Page 55: ...XT CHANGE screen Press the F G I and H buttons to select the characters then press the ENTER button You can enter 22 characters continuously CSelect DELETE to delete a character Press the F G I and H buttons to select OK then press the ENTER button CSelect CANCEL to cancel the change NOTE BThe entered password will appear as It will not be displayed on the screen BIf you enter the wrong password a...

Page 56: ...en controlling the projector with a personal computer by means of the wireless network PASSWORD CHANGE Passwords can be changed WEB CONTROL To control the projector with a personal computer by means of the wireless network set the WEB CONTROL to ON STATUS The wireless settings will be displayed INITIALIZE Wireless settings can be returned to the factory default settings NETWORK Select the network ...

Page 57: ...les may be covered BThe ambient temperature in the place of use may be too high BThe air filter may be blocked BUncover the ventilation holes BSet up the projector in a place where the temperature is between 0 C 32 F and 40 C 104 F and the humidity is between 20 and 80 with no condensation If you set the HIGHLAND to ON page 52 set up the projector in a place where the temperature is between 0 C 32...

Page 58: ...e until the lamp unit cools down before turning the power back on again BThere may be an abnormality in the lamp circuit BThe lamp unit may be blown BDisconnect the mains lead by following the procedure on page 28 and then contact an Authorised Service Centre BAsk your dealer or an Authorised Service Centre to replace the lamp unit page 60 LAMP indicator NOTE BBe sure to disconnect the mains lead ...

Page 59: ... the procedure given on page 28 Gently turn the projector upside down and then remove the air filter cover NOTE BIf the dust cannot be cleaned by a vacuum cleaner remove the air filter and soak it in water and then wash out the dust by hand Be sure to install the air filter after it has dried BDo not use detergent when washing the air filter BIf the dust cannot be removed by cleaning it is time to...

Page 60: ...val is 2 000 hours but it is possible that the lamp may need to be replaced earlier due to variables such as a particular lamp s characteristics usage conditions and the installation environment Early preparation for lamp replacement is encouraged The lamp will automatically shut off after approximately 10 minutes when 2 000 hours of use have been reached because of a much greater chance of it exp...

Page 61: ...ct and then use a Phillips screwdriver to securely tighten the lamp unit fixing screws When inserting the new lamp unit be sure to push it in at the point A and B LAMP indicator On screen display Illuminates red during image projection and standby mode Displayed for 30 seconds Pressing any button will clear the display More than 1 800 hours Remains displayed until any button is pressed More than 2...

Page 62: ...conds The LAMP RUNTIME screen will be displayed Press the POWER button to turn off the power Disconnect the mains lead after the POWER button on the projector illuminates red This will reset the cumulative usage time for the lamp unit to 0 NOTE BBe sure to install the lamp unit and the lamp unit cover securely If they are not securely installed it may cause the protection circuit to operate so tha...

Page 63: ...l be attached to the lens BThe lens focus may not have been set correctly BThe projector may not be at the correct distance from the screen BThe lens may be dirty BThe projector may be tilted too much B COLOR or TINT adjustment may be incorrect BThe input source which is connected to the projector may not be adjusted correctly BThe audio signal source may not be connected properly BThe volume adju...

Page 64: ...ON menu is set to OUTPUT when the signals are input to PC 2 IN PC 1 OUT connector Page 43 68 69 14 50 Before carrying out cleaning and maintenance be sure to disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket Wipe the cabinet with a soft dry cloth If the cabinet is particularly dirty soak the cloth in water with a small amount of neutral detergent in it squeeze the cloth very well and then wipe the c...

Page 65: ...LB55NTE 2 500 lm Scanning frequency for RGB signals Horizontal scanning frequency 15 kHz 91 kHz Vertical scanning frequency 50 Hz 85 Hz Dot clock frequency Less than 100 MHz YPBPR signals 480i 576i 480p 576p 1 080 60i 1 080 50i 720 60p Colour system 7 NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL60 SECAM Projection size 838 2 mm 7 620 mm 33 300 Throw distance PT LB60NTE 1 1 m 10 8 m 3 7 35 5 PT LB55NTE 1 2 m...

Page 66: ...r output stereo compatible 0 V rms 2 0 V rms variable SERIAL DIN 8 pin RS 232C compatible Cabinet Moulded plastic PC ABS Dimensions Width 327 mm 12 27 32 Length 233 mm 9 5 32 without lens cover Height 83 mm 3 1 4 Weight 2 6 kg 5 7 lbs Operating environment Temperature 0 C 40 C 32 F 104 F When the HIGHLAND is set to ON page 52 0 C 35 C 32 F 95 F Humidity 20 80 no condensation Certifications EN60950...

Page 67: ...rojection distance for a 16 9 screen the 4 3 images will overflow the screen at the top and bottom In such cases set ASPECT to S4 3 Refer to page 46 for details The values obtained from the formulas above are approximate For 16 9 aspect ratios the following formula can be used to calculate the projection distance LW 0 0303xSD 0 0254 0 044 LT 0 0364xSD 0 0254 0 044 LW 0 0337xSD 0 0254 0 044 LT 0 04...

Page 68: ...9 72 8 31 5 A OK RGB 640 x 480 37 5 75 0 31 5 A OK RGB 640 x 480 43 3 85 0 36 0 A OK RGB 800 x 600 35 2 56 3 36 0 A OK RGB 800 x 600 37 9 60 3 40 0 A OK RGB 800 x 600 48 1 72 2 50 0 A OK RGB 800 x 600 46 9 75 0 49 5 A OK RGB 800 x 600 53 7 85 1 56 3 A OK RGB 832 x 624 49 7 74 6 57 3 A OK RGB 1 024 x 768 48 4 60 0 65 0 AA RGB 1 024 x 768 56 5 70 1 75 0 AA RGB 1 024 x 768 60 0 75 0 78 8 AA RGB 1 024...

Page 69: ...he output setting Manufacturer Keyboard command Manufacturer Keyboard command Panasonic NEC TOSHIBA SHARP HP FUJITSU EPSON DELL IBM SONY Apple Other Fn F3 Fn F5 Fn F10 Fn F8 Fn F7 Fn F7 NOTE BThe actual method varies depending on the type of computer so refer to the documentation provided with your computer for further details ...

Page 70: ...bps None Character length 8 bits Stop bit 1 bit X parameter None S parameter None STX Command Parameter ETX Start byte 02h 3 bytes 1 byte 1 byte 5 bytes End byte 03h DIN 8 pin male Serial adapter ET ADSER sold separately SERIAL female Computer NOTE BThe projector can not receive the command for 10 seconds after the lamp is switched on Wait 10 seconds before sending the command BIf sending multiple...

Page 71: ...3 Adjustment value 0 63 Input signal selection IIS Parameter VID VIDEO SVD S VIDEO RG1 PC1 RG2 PC2 NWP WIRELESS Shutter function OSH Operation will be switched between ON and OFF each time the command is sent Do not switch operation ON and OFF after only short periods of time If a command other than OSH is sent to the projector when the shutter function is used the ER401 command will be sent from ...

Page 72: ...trademark of Apple Computer Inc BS VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association BThe font used in the on screen displays is a Ricoh bitmap font which is manufactured and sold by Ricoh Company Ltd All other trademarks are the property of the various trademark owners Dimensions Units mm inch 96 2 3 25 32 327 12 27 32 47 32 1 27 32 7 1 4 83 3 1 4 233 9 5 32 211 4 8 5 1...