Panasonic PTVZ570 User Manual Page 1

Operating InstructionsFunctional ManualLCD Projector Commercial UseThank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. This manual is intended for p

Features of the ProjectorExcellent Basic Performance ▶ Unique optical system, lamp dimming system and the DAYLIGHT VIEW function allow you to project

3) Attach the optional Replacement Filter Unit (Model No.: ET-RFV400) to the projector. f Hold the air lter unit that the tab is in left side in the

Attention f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured

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, an

TroubleshootingPlease check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages.Problem CauseReference pagePower does not turn on. f The power

Chapter 6 AppendixThis chapter describes specications and after-sales service for the projector.104 - ENGLISH

Technical InformationPJLink protocolThe network function of the projector supports PJLink class 1, and the PJLink protocol can be used to perform proj

Control commands via LANWhen WEB Control administrator rights password is set (Protect mode)Connection method 1) Obtain the IP address and port numbe

When WEB Control administrator rights password is not set (Non-protect mode)Connection method 1) Obtain the IP address and port number (Initial set v

<SERIAL IN> terminalThe <SERIAL IN> terminal of the projector conforms with RS-232C so that the projector can be connected to and controll

Basic formatTransmission from the computer starts with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according

ContentsContentsRead this first! ...2Chapter 1 PreparationPrecautions for use ...

Cable specications[When connected to a computer] Projector(<SERIAL IN> terminal)1NC NC1Computer(DTE specications)2 23 34NC NC45 56NC NC67 78 8

List of compatible signalsThe following table species the type of signals compatible with the projectors. f Symbols that indicate formats are as foll

ModeDisplay resolution(dots)Scanning frequencyDot clock frequency (MHz)FormatPnP*1H (kHz) V (Hz)COMPUTER1 / COMPUTER2HDMI 1280 x 7201 280 x 720 37.1

SpecicationsThe specications of this projector are as follows.Power supplyAC 120 V, 50 Hz / 60 Hz (For North America)AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz / 60 Hz

Screen aspect ratioPT-VZ570,PT-VW53016:10PT-VX6004 : 3Projection scheme[FRONT/DESK], [FRONT/CEILING], [REAR/DESK], [REAR/CEILING] (Menu setting syste

Dimensions<Unit : mm (inch)>104.6 (4-1/8")63.8 (2-1/2")332.0 (13-1/16")389.0 (15-5/16")250.0 (9-27/32")125.0 (4-29/32&q

Ceiling mount bracket safeguards f When installing the projector to a ceiling, be sure to use the specied optional Ceiling Mount Bracket for Projecto

IndexAAccessing from the web browser . . . . . . 83Accessories ...17<AC IN> terminal ...20Adjusting adju

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying docu

[BACK COLOR] ... 67[WIDE MODE] ... 68[SXGA MODE] .

Chapter 1 PreparationThis chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector.ENGLISH - 13

Precautions for useCautions when transporting f When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impa

r Cautions when setting the projectors f Do not stack the projectors. f Do not use the projector supporting it by the top. f Do not block the ventila

Cautions on use r To get a good picture quality f In order to view a beautiful image in higher contrast, prepare an appropriate environment. Draw curt

AccessoriesMake sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed < > show the number of accessories.Wireless re

Contents of the supplied CD-ROMThe contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow.Instruction / list (PDF)Operating Instructions – Functional ManualOpe

About your projectorRemote control12435678910111213141516171819202122231 Power button <v/b> Sets the projector to the state where the projector

Read this rst!WARNING:THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance

Attention f Do not drop the remote control. f Avoid contact with liquids. f Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control. f Please obser

611 14 15 16 Projection directionr Bottomr TopAttention f Do not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector. r Control panel a

r Connecting terminals1 <COMPUTER 2 IN/1 OUT> terminalThis is the terminal to input RGB signals or YCBCR/YPBPR signals.Or output the RGB signa

Preparing the remote controlInserting and removing batteries(i)(ii)1) Open the cover. (Fig. 1)2) Insert batteries and close the cover (insert the &q

Attaching the Lens CapWhen moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period of time, attach the lens cap.To prevent loss for the le

Chapter 2 Getting StartedThis chapter describes things you need to do before using the projector such as the setup and connections.ENGLISH - 25

Setting upInstallation modeThere are four ways to set up the projector. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] (x page 71) depending on

Screen size and throw distanceRefer to the screen size and projection distances to install the projector. Image size and image position can be adjuste

For PT-VW530All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements. (Unit: m)Projection size4:3 aspect ratio 16:9

For PT-VZ5704:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 16:10 aspect ratioScreen height (SH)= 0.6 × SD = 0.490 × SD = 0.530 × SDScreen width (SW)= 0.8 × SD = 0

WARNING: • Not for use in a computer room as dened in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.

Vertical lens shift dialr Top viewPT-VZ570Standard projection positionProjection screen widthProjection screen height 1 V0.44 VPT-VW530Standard projec

ConnectingBefore connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the pow

<HDMI 1 IN> terminal and <HDMI 2 IN> terminal pin assignments and signal namesOutside viewPin No. Signal names Pin No. Signal namesT.M.D.S

Connecting example : ComputersControl computerComputerComputerControl computerAudio equipmentMICAttention f When connecting the projector to a compute

Chapter 3 Basic OperationsThis chapter describes basic operations to start with.34 - ENGLISH

Powering on/off the projectorConnecting the power cordMake sure that the supplied power cord is securely xed to the projector body to prevent it from

*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 se

Initial setting (projector setup)Set each item.1) Press as to select an item.Item Description Page[PROJECTION METHOD] Set [PROJECTION METHOD] dependi

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 <AUTO SETUP>

ProjectingCheck the connections of the peripheral devices (x page 31) and connection of the power cord (x page 35) and powering on the projector (x pa

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 m

Basic operations by using the remote controlUsing the AUTO SETUP functionThe automatic setup function can be used to automatically adjust the resoluti

Controlling the volume of the speakerYou can control the volume of the projector’s speaker or audio output.buttons1) Press the <VOL +> button /

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

Using the AV MUTE functionIf the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to tu

2) Within five seconds, press the one-digit ID number set on the projector using the number (<1> - <6>)buttons. f If you press the <ID

Chapter 4 SettingsThis chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu.ENGLISH - 45

Menu NavigationThe on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector.Navigating through the menuOperating pro

Note f Pressing the <MENU> button or <RETURN> button while the menu screen is displayed returns to the previous menu. f Some items may not

Sub-menu item Factory default Page[BRIGHTNESS] [0] 50[COLOR]*1[0] 51[TINT]*1[0] 51[SHARPNESS] [8] 51[COLOR TEMPERATURE] [DEFAULT] 51[IRIS] [ON] 52[ADV

Sub-menu item Factory default Page[PROJECTION METHOD] [FRONT/DESK] 71[LAMP POWER] [NORMAL] 71[ECO MANAGEMENT] - 72[EMULATE] [DEFAULT] 73[FUNCTION BUTT

Brazil OnlyBrasil Apenas Manuseio de baterias usadasBRASILApós o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou

[PICTURE] menuOn the menu screen, select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu.Refer to "Navigating through the menu&

Operation Adjustment Adjustment rangePress the w button.Increases the brightness of the dark (black) parts of the screen.-32 ~ +32Press the q button.R

[DEFAULT]Factory default setting.[HIGH]Becomes a bluish image. Select this when the white areas of the projected image are reddish.[LOW]Becomes a redd

Note f [DAYLIGHT VIEW] cannot be set to [AUTO] when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] is set to [REAR/DESK] or [REAR/CEILING]. f The [A

2) Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [RGB/YPBPR] or [RGB/YCBCR] individual adjustment screen is displayed.3) Press qw to switch the item.

[POSITION] menuOn the menu screen, select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu.Refer to "Navigating through the men

5) Press asqw to adjust the item.Items Operation Adjustment[H]Press the q button.Left side will be smaller.Press the w button.Right side will be smal

7) Press asqw to adjust the item.Adjusting [KEYSTONE]1) Press asqw to adjust. f For details, please refer to [KEYSTONE] in [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] menu.

5) Press as to select one item to adjust.[LENS THROW RATIO]Set the throw ratio for the lens used.[KEYSTONE]Adjusts when the trapezoid of the projecte

2) Press the <ENTER> button. f The [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] screen is displayed.3) Press as to select [KEYSTONE].4) Press the <ENTER> button

WARNING:  POWERThe wall outlet or the circuit breaker shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily acces-sible when problems occur. If t

4) Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CURVED CORRECTION] screen is displayed.5) Press as to select the item to adjust, then press the <ENTER&

Orientation Operation AdjustmentHorizontal (right and left) adjustment.Press the w button.The image position moves to the right.Press the q button.The

[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 S

[LANGUAGE] menuOn the menu screen, select [LANGUAGE] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu.Refer to "Navigating through the men

[DISPLAY OPTION] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu.Refer to "Navigating th

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 b

Setting the closed caption mode1) Press as to select [CLOSED CAPTION SETTING].2) Press the <ENTER> button. f The [CLOSED CAPTION SETTING] scre

r When [SCREEN FORMAT] is [16:9][CENTER]The image which aspect ratio is 16:9 will displayed in the center.[HIGH]The image which aspect ratio is 16:9 w

[BLUE]Displays the entire projection area in blue.[BLACK]Displays the entire projection area in black.[DEFAULT LOGO]Displays the Panasonic logo.[USER

Note f [TIMER] is enabled when [MODE] is set to [COUNT DOWN].Using the presentation timer1) Press as to select [P-TIMER].2) Press the <ENTER>

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. z Heat

[PROJECTOR SETUP] menuOn the menu screen, select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu.Refer to "Navigating t

[COMPUTER2 IN]When input the computer signal.[COMPUTER1 OUT]Outputs the signal which has been input <COMPUTER 1 IN> terminal.Note f The [COMPUTE

[NORMAL]Select when high luminance is required.[ECO]Select when high luminance is not required.Note f Set it to [ECO] rather than [NORMAL] when you wa

Setting [STANDBY MODE] in step 3)Set the power consumption during standby.1) Press as to select [STANDBY MODE].2) Press qw to switch the item. f The

4) When the confirmation message is displayed, select [OK] and press the <ENTER> button.Note f You can also cancel the assigned settings by dis

[COMPUTER1]Set the audio output when [COMPUTER1] input is selected.[COMPUTER2]Set the audio output when [COMPUTER2] input is selected.[VIDEO]Set the a

[FILTER COUNTER]This function is used to reset the lter use time and set the notication display.1) Press as to select [FILTER COUNTER].2) Press th

[SECURITY] menuOn the menu screen, select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu.Refer to "Navigating through the men

Note f The entered password is displayed with "" mark on the screen. f An error message is displayed on the screen when the entered passwor

[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

WARNING:Remove the depleted batteries from the remote control promptly. z Leaving them in the unit may result in uid leakage, overheating, or explosi

[NETWORK] menuOn the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the submenu.Refer to "Navigating through the menu&

Note f [Name □□□□] (□□□□ is 4-digit number) is set before the projector leaves the factory.[NETWORK CONTROL]Set when you want to control the projector

Network connectionsThe projector has a network function, and the following operations are available from the computer using the web browser control. f

Note f Please conrm with your network administrator before you connect to an existing network. f The following settings are set before the projector

Note f If you use a web browser to control the projector, set [NETWORK CONTROL] to [ON] in [NETWORK]. (Æ page 81) f Do not perform setting or control

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 TEMPE

[Network status] page Click [Status] → [Network status].The current network setting status is displayed.[Basic control] page Click [Projector control]

[Network cong] pageClick [Detailed set up] → [Network cong].1) Click [Network config]. f The [CAUTION!] screen is displayed.2) Select the item whi

[Ping test] pageCheck whether the network is connected to the mail server, POP server, DNS server, etc.Click [Detailed set up] → [Ping test].12341 [I

879877 [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

ENGLISH - 9 r Trademarks f Windows, Windows Vista and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United

Contents of mail sentExample of E-mail sent when E-mail is setMail with the contents shown below is sent when the e-mail settings have been establishe

Example of E-mail sent for an errorMail with the contents shown below is sent when an error has occurred.=== Panasonic projector report(ERROR) ===Proj

[ECO management set up] pageYou can make settings for the ECO management function of the projector.Click [Detailed set up] → [ECO management set up].1

[Administrator] account12341 [Account]Displays the account to change. 2 [Current] [User name]:Enter the user name before the change.[Password]:Ente

[Change password] (For user rights)Only the change of password is enabled under the user rights.12431 [Old Password]Enter the current password.2 [Ne

[Tools] pageClick [Tools] on the control page.123451 [Control System]Set the information required for communicating with the controller to be connect

[Help] pageClick [Help] on the control page.The [Help Desk] window is displayed.11 [Help Desk]Send/receive messages to/from an administrator who uses

Chapter 5 MaintenanceThis chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the units.ENGLISH - 97

Lamp and Temperature indicatorsWhen an indicator lights upIf a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicator <LAMP> and the temp

Maintenance/replacementBefore performing maintenance/replacement f Make sure to turn off the power before maintaining the projector or replacing the u