Panasonic PT-D12000U Operations Instructions

TQBJ 0263-1Operating Instructions3-chip DLP®-based ProjectorCommercial UsePT-D12000UPT-DZ12000URead these instructions completely before operating thi

10 – ENGLISH AccessoriesCheck that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your projector.Remote Control[N2QAYB000076 × 1]Batteries

100 – ENGLISHHow to use network functions (continued)E-mail setup page (continued) Select the conditions for sending E-mail to the second E-mail addr

ENGLISH – 101Special FeaturesAuthentication set up page The POP server is set on this page when POP authentication is required for mail transmissions

102 – ENGLISHHow to use network functions (continued)Contents of mail sent Mail with the contents shown below is sent when the E-mail settings have b

ENGLISH – 103Special FeaturesAdjust clock page Click [Detailed set up], then [Adjust clock] to display the Adjust clock page.Time zone selectionButto

104 – ENGLISHHow to use network functions (continued)Firmware update page (The firmware should be updated only by an individual with the specialized

ENGLISH – 105Special Features Using the PJLink™ protocolThe network function of the projector supports PJLink™ class 1, and the PJLink™ protocol can b

106 – ENGLISHUsing the serial terminalsThe main unit is equipped with SERIAL terminals located in its connection terminals, and this terminal is comp

ENGLISH – 107Special FeaturesFor RS-422 Single projector zRS-232C IN RS-422 INRS-422 OUTSERIALPCD-Sub 9-pin (male)Communication cable (straight)Conne

108 – ENGLISHUsing the serial terminals (continued)Basic formatTransmission from the computer begins with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ET

ENGLISH – 109Special FeaturesCable specificationsConnecting to a PC For RS-232C z123456789123456789NC NCNC NCNC NCNC NCProjectorComputer (DTE specifi

ENGLISH – 11Getting StartedNotes on useTo view clear images: The audience cannot enjoy high-contrast and clear images if outside light or the illumin

110 – ENGLISHUsing the Remote 2 terminalUsing the REMOTE 2 terminal provided on the connection terminals of the main unit, it is possible to operate

ENGLISH – 111InformationMonitor Lamp IndicatorsFive monitor lamps are provided at the top of main unit front to inform the user of the lamp replacemen

112 – ENGLISH Cleaning and replacement of air filterIf the air filter is blocked with too much dust, the inside of the projector will become hot and t

ENGLISH – 113InformationInstall the movable metal mesh 7. filter to the filter cleaning unit.When reassembling, align the edge of the • movable metal

114 – ENGLISHReplacement of lamp unitWARNINGWait until the lamp is cooled sufficiently before replacing the lamp unit.• Make sure that all four lamp u

ENGLISH – 115InformationProcedure of lamp unit replacementTurn the main power OFF, following the procedures described in 1. “Powering up the projecto

116 – ENGLISH Notes when installing the ceiling mount bracketWhen installing the ceiling mount bracket to the projector, install the accessory eye bol

ENGLISH – 117Information Before asking for service … try to check the following points again.Symptoms Check point PagePower does not turn onIs the pow

118 – ENGLISH Self-diagnosis displayThere is a self-diagnosis display located on the side of the projector (p. 15) for automatically displaying the co

ENGLISH – 119InformationSelf-diagnosis displayDetails RemedyF41 Lamp 1 memory errorProblem with lamp. Consult your dealer.• F42 Lamp 2 memory errorF43

12 – ENGLISHLocation and function of each partFront Remote control unit1 Remote control operation indicator lampThis LED flashes when any button is p

120 – ENGLISH SpecificationsModel No. PT-D12000U PT-DZ12000UPower supply 120 - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 HzPower consumption 1 600Ｗ−1 500Ｗ (about 10 W (120V AC)

ENGLISH – 121InformationModel No. PT-D12000U PT-DZ12000UInterface portsRGB2 input terminal1 set of high-density, D-sub 15p (female)[For YPBPR input]Y:

122 – ENGLISHAppendix Compatible SignalsThe following table specifies the types of RGB/YPBPR/DVI-D signals compatible with the projector.RGB signals c

ENGLISH – 123InformationDisplay modeNumber of displayed dotsScanning frequencyDot clock frequency (MHz)FormatPlug and playH (kHz) V (Hz) RGB2DVI-DEDID

124 – ENGLISHAppendix (continued) List of P IN PRGB1 RGB2VIDEO inputS-VIDEO inputDVI AUXRGB inputYPbPr inputRGB inputYPbPr inputMoving image system*3R

ENGLISH – 125InformationDimensions Outside dimensionsunit : mm (inch)MAIN POWERAC INOFF ONFILTERCLEANINGOPENCLOSE578 (22.8˝)643 (25.3˝)320 (12.6˝)

126 – ENGLISHIndexAAccessories ･･････････････････････････････････ 10Adjusting Brightness ･･････････････････････････ 55Adjusting Color ････････････････

ENGLISH – 127InformationRRaster position ･･･････････････････････････････ 68Registered signals ････････････････････････････ 45Registering the picture m

128 – ENGLISHInformation on Disposal in other Countries outside the European UnionThese symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to d

FRANÇAIS – 129InformationNOTES IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉAVERTISSEMENT: POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES DE FEU OU DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER

ENGLISH – 13Getting Startedl AUTO SET UP button ･･････････････････ (p. 49)Pressing this button while projecting an image automatically corrects the pi

130 – FRANÇAISPrécautions de sécuritéEn cas de problème (comme par exemple une absence d’image) ou si vous remarquez que de la fumée ou une odeur su

FRANÇAIS – 131InformationNe jamais manipuler la fiche du cordon avec les mains mouillées. Cela peut entraîner des chocs électriques.• Introduire ferm

132 – FRANÇAISPrécautions de sécurité (suite)Ne pas installer le projecteur dans des endroits humides ou poussiéreux, ou dans des endroits où le pro

FRANÇAIS – 133InformationNe jamais placer les mains ou d’autres objets à proximité des orifices d’évacuation de l’air.De l’air chaud sort est émis p

134 – FRANÇAISAvant l’utilisationAccessoiresVérifier que tous les accessoires ci-dessous sont bien compris avec votre projecteur.Télécommande[N2QAYB00

FRANÇAIS – 135InformationRemarques concernant l’utilisationPour voir des images trop claires : Votre public aura du mal à voir correctement les image

136 – FRANÇAISAVERTISSEMENTAttendre que la lampe ait eu le temps de se refroidir avant de la remplacer.• S’assurer que les quatre lampes ont été insta

FRANÇAIS – 137InformationProcédure de remplacement de la lampeCouper l’alimentation principale, en suivant les procédures décrites 1. dans « Mise en m

ProjectorsPanasonic Projector Systems CompanyUnit of Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094(201) 392-6591

14 – ENGLISHLocation and function of each part (continued)Front Projector Main UnitRear 1 Projection lens cover ･･････････････････ (p. 36)2 Projecti

ENGLISH – 15Getting StartedControls Side 1 AC IN terminal ････････････････････････ (p. 37)Connect the supplied line power cord into this receptacle.

16 – ENGLISHLocation and function of each part (continued)1 REMOTE1 lN/OUT terminal ････････････ (p. 18)When two or more main units are used in the sy

ENGLISH – 17Getting StartedUsing the remote control unitLoading batteriesWhen loading supplied AA batteries into the battery compartment of the Remote

18 – ENGLISHUsing the remote control unit (continued)NoteThe Remote Control may not function properly if • line-of-site operation is blocked.The Remot

ENGLISH – 19Getting StartedInstallationExamples of system expansionThe projector is provided with a number of terminals and optional accessories to en

2 – ENGLISHDear Panasonic Customer:This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will h

20 – ENGLISHInstallation (continued) Adjusting the feetThe four adjustable feet (p. 14) mounted at the bottom of the projector are level-adjustable (0

ENGLISH – 21Getting StartedProjected range using geometric adjustment zVERTICAL KEYSTONE HORIZONTAL KEYSTONESide View Top ViewαScreenβScreenVERTICAL A

22 – ENGLISHInstallation (continued)Projection distances by the type of projection lenses (optional)The available lenses have been designed with diffe

ENGLISH – 23Getting StartedFor the screen aspect ratio of 16:9 (Units: m (feet/inches)) zLens type Zoom lensFixed-focus lensModel number of projection

24 – ENGLISHInstallation (continued)Projection distances by the type of projection lenses (for PT-D12000U) For the screen aspect ratio of 4:3 (Units:

ENGLISH – 25Getting StartedIf the projector is used with a screen size not listed in this manual, check the diagonal dimension (inch) of your screen a

26 – ENGLISHInstallation (continued)Calculation formulas for projection distance by lens types (for PT-D12000U) Model number of projection lensThrow

ENGLISH – 27Getting StartedConnectionBefore starting connectionBefore connection, read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected

28 – ENGLISHConnection (continued)Example of connecting with VIDEO devicesIN OUTRS-232C IN RS-422 INRS-422 OUTSERIALREMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 INOUTINSYNC/HD

ENGLISH – 29Getting StartedExample of connecting with personal computersIN OUTRS-232C IN RS-422 INRS-422 OUTSERIALREMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 INOUTINSYNC/HD VD

ENGLISH – 3Getting StartedBasic OperationSpecial FeaturesInformationContentsIMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ･･････････････････････････････････････････････････

30 – ENGLISHInstallation of (optional) input modules Installing the input moduleTypes of the input modules (optional) Prepare beforehand an input mod

ENGLISH – 31Getting StartedProcedure of installation Disconnect the power before installing the input module.Slot CoverMAIN POWERAC INOFF ONIN OUTRS-

32 – ENGLISHInstallation of (optional) input modules (continued)Connecting signals to the input moduleWhen installing the projector, it is necessary t

ENGLISH – 33Getting StartedConnecting the signal to the SD-SDI input moduleSD-SDI ModuleET-MD77SD1INSERIALOUTLANSD-SDI input module (optional)ET-MD77

34 – ENGLISHInstallation of (optional) input modules (continued)Connecting the signal to the dual link HD/SD-SDI input moduleDual LinkHD-SDIModuleET-M

ENGLISH – 35Getting StartedConnecting signals to the DVI-D input moduleDVI ModuleET-MD77DVDVI-D IN LANDVI-D input module (optional)ET-MD77DVDVI-D sig

36 – ENGLISH How to install and remove the projection lens (optional)Adjust the lens shift position so that it is at the home position (p. 41) before

ENGLISH – 37Basic OperationProjection Power indicator lampThis shows the power supply status. Make sure that you fully understand the operation of the

38 – ENGLISHProjection (continued) Powering up the projector1 Connect the supplied power cable. (120 V/240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz)2 Press the “ | ” marked sid

ENGLISH – 39Basic Operation Powering off the projector1 Press POWER STANDBY “”.A confirmation screen will appear.• ENTERPOWER OFF CHANGE EXECUTEOK CAN

4 – ENGLISHIMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICEWARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.The lightning

40 – ENGLISH How to adjust the lensHow to adjust the focus, zoom and shiftUse the Lens Shift, Zoom, and Focus controls to properly frame the image on

ENGLISH – 41Basic OperationAdjustment range after lens position (optical shift)Do not move the lens beyond the bounds of the shift range as this may c

42 – ENGLISHHow to adjust the lens (continued)Lens adjustment to compensate for uneven screen focusAbout the focus balance Relationship between lens

ENGLISH – 43Basic OperationIf the lens is heavy or the projector is installed so that it is tilted, the lens may be tilted, resulting in the focus bec

44 – ENGLISHHow to adjust the lens (continued)Precautions for projector installation work zWhen installing the projector without using the adjustable

ENGLISH – 45Basic OperationRegistration of input signal dataThe input signal data must be registered because it is not registered on shipment of the p

46 – ENGLISHRegistration of input signal data (continued)Use ▲▼◄► to select the 4. characters and numerals one by one, and press ENTER to set them.REN

ENGLISH – 47Basic OperationPress ENTER.3. A “Change registered signals” screen will appear.• RENAMENAMEMEMORY NOINPUTfHfVSYNC.STATESXGA60-A1A1RGB164.0

48 – ENGLISHBasic operations using the remote control Using the SHUTTER functionIf the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the m

ENGLISH – 49Basic Operation Automatic adjustment (AUTO SETUP)The automatic setup function can be used to automatically adjust the resolution, clock ph

Getting StartedENGLISH – 5WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part

50 – ENGLISHBasic operations using the remote control (continued)Changing the picture aspect ratioYou can toggle through an appropriate set of aspect

ENGLISH – 51Basic OperationOn-screen menus MAIN MENUThe main menu consists of the following 11 menu items. When a main menu item is selected, the scre

52 – ENGLISHOn-screen menus (continued)POSITION (pp. 60-63) ENTERPOSITIONSHIFTASPECTZOOMCLOCK PHASEGEOMETORY MENU SELECT SUB MENUDEFAULT0OFFADVANCED

ENGLISH – 53Basic Operation Using the menu screensPress MENU.1. The “MAIN MENU” appears on the screen.• ENTERMAIN MENU PICTURE POSITION ADVANCED MENU

54 – ENGLISHAdjusting the picture Switching the picture modeThe user can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the envi

ENGLISH – 55Basic OperationPress ◄► or ENTER.2. The “CONTRAST” individual adjustment screen • will be displayed.CONTRAST ADJUST0Press ◄► to adjust th

56 – ENGLISHAdjusting the picture (continued)Press ◄► to switch “COLOR 3. TEMPERATURE”.The setting will change as follows each time • ◄► is pressed.DE

ENGLISH – 57Basic OperationPress ◄► to switch “SYSTEM 3. DAYLIGHT VIEW”.The setting will change as follows each time • ◄► is pressed.3 (High)OFF (No c

58 – ENGLISHAdjusting the picture (continued)AUTO IRIS (Automatic aperture adjustment)OFF (No automatic adjustment)3 (High)1 (Low)2 (Intermediate)MA

ENGLISH – 59Basic OperationET-MD100SD4:When single link SDI signalsSelect from AUTO YCbCr, 1 080/60i, 1 035/60i, 720/60p, 1 080/24p, 1 080/50i, 1 080/

6 – ENGLISHPrecautions with regard to safetyWARNINGIf a problem occurs (such as no image) or if you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the

60 – ENGLISHAdjusting the position Shift adjustmentThis function allows the user to adjust the raster position vertically or horizontally if the posit

ENGLISH – 61Basic Operation Adjusting the aspect ratioThis changes the aspect ratio of the projected image.This changes the aspect ratio for the scree

62 – ENGLISHAdjusting the position (continued) Adjusting the zoom ratioThis adjusts the size of the projected pictures.Press ▲▼ to select “ZOOM”.1. AS

ENGLISH – 63Basic OperationOFF:• Geometry correction is not performed.KEYSTONE:• This adjusts projected images when they are distorted to a trapezoid.

64 – ENGLISHHow to use ADVANCED MENU Digital cinema realityIncrease the vertical resolution when the PAL (or SECAM) 576i signal input or the NTSC 480i

ENGLISH – 65Basic OperationPress ENTER.2. The “BLANKING” adjustment screen will be • displayed.BLANKINGUPPERLOWER00Press ▲▼ to select the desired 3. i

66 – ENGLISHHow to use ADVANCED MENU (continued)Press ENTER.2. The “CLAMP POSITION” screen will be • displayed.CLAMP POSITIONPOSITION ADJUST1Press ◄►

ENGLISH – 67Basic OperationPress ENTER.10. The “BRIGHT ADJUST” screen will be • displayed.BRIGHT ADJUSTBRIGHT INSIDEBRIGHT OUTSIDEPress ▲▼ to select “

68 – ENGLISHHow to use ADVANCED MENU (continued)Press ◄► to switch “FRAME 2. DELAY”.The setting will change as follows each time • ◄► is pressed.DEFAU

ENGLISH – 69Basic OperationSetting the DISPLAY LANGUAGEChanging the display languageThis lets you switch the on-screen display language.Press ▲▼ to se

Getting StartedENGLISH – 7Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which are unstable. If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is s

70 – ENGLISHDisplay Option settings Adjusting color matchingWhen multiple sets are used simultaneously, this projector allows the user to correct the

ENGLISH – 71Special FeaturesPress ENTER.5. The “3COLORS:RED”, “3COLORS:GREEN” or • “3COLORS:BLUE” screen will be displayed.If you selected “7COLORS”,

72 – ENGLISHDisplay Option settings (continued)Press ▲▼ to select the desired 11. colors, and press ◄► to input their coordinates. The effects can be

ENGLISH – 73Special FeaturesPress ◄► to switch “AUTO 4. SIGNAL”.The setting will change as follows each time • ◄► is pressed.OFF ONIf unregistered sig

74 – ENGLISHDisplay Option settings (continued) AUX DVI IN (Only when the ET-MD77DV is installed)Change this setting if video does not display normall

ENGLISH – 75Special FeaturesSDI SIGNAL LEVEL zSet to match the dynamic range (black-to-white) of the input signals. This is only valid when YPBPR and

76 – ENGLISHDisplay Option settings (continued)Press ◄► to switch “BACK 2. COLOR”.The setting will change as follows each time • ◄► is pressed.BLACK B

ENGLISH – 77Special FeaturesProjector setup Setting a projector IDThe projector has an ID number setting function that helps the user to control two o

78 – ENGLISHProjector setup (continued) Installation SettingA projection scheme can be chosen depending on the installation of the projector. If the p

ENGLISH – 79Special Features Lamp selectThis lets you switch the four light source lamps to one of four brightnesses in accordance with the operating

8 – ENGLISHPrecautions with regard to safety (continued)CAUTIONDo not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places where the projector

80 – ENGLISHProjector setup (continued) Lamp relayIf using the projector for a continuous period of 24 hours or more, this setting can be used to auto

ENGLISH – 81Special Features StatusDisplays the status of the projector.Press ▲▼ to select “STATUS”.1. REMOTE2 MODESTATUSAIR FILTER CLEANINGDEFAULTPre

82 – ENGLISHProjector setup (continued)Press ENTER.2. The “AIR FILTER CLEANING” screen will be • displayed.You can select the automatic cleaning time

ENGLISH – 83Special Features Setting FUNC1The user can specify the function of the “FUNC1” button on the remote control.Press ▲▼ to select “FUNC1”.1.

84 – ENGLISHProjector setup (continued) Load all user dataThis loads various setting values that were saved as a backup to the internal memory of the

ENGLISH – 85Special Features P IN PUsing the P IN P functionTwo videos can be projected simultaneously by placing a separate small sub screen within t

86 – ENGLISHP IN P (continued)MAIN WINDOW:• The input terminal for the main window is displayed. Press ▲▼ to select an item, and press ENTER to switch

ENGLISH – 87Special FeaturesDisplaying the internal test pattern Test patternResults of adjustment on the image, picture quality, position, size and o

88 – ENGLISHSetting the securityDisplaying the security screenPassword settings and text settings can be made after the security screen is displayed.I

ENGLISH – 89Special FeaturesOFF:• The text display is disabled.TEXT:• The text display is enabled.LOGO1:• The picture registered by the user will be p

Getting StartedENGLISH – 9Ask an Authorized Service Center to clean inside the projector at least once a year.If dust is left to build up inside the

90 – ENGLISHSetting the security (continued) Control device setupControl from the remote control and main unit controls can be restricted.Press ▲▼ to

ENGLISH – 91Special FeaturesHow to use network functions Network standbyWhen the projector is in a standby state, you can control the power of the pro

92 – ENGLISHHow to use network functions (continued)DHCP (DHCP client function) :• Set the DHCP item to ON when to acquire an IP address automatically

ENGLISH – 93Special Features Network connectionsThe projector is equipped with network functions, and web browser controls can be used to carry out th

94 – ENGLISHHow to use network functions (continued)Accessing from the Web browserActivate the Web browser in the personal computer.1. Enter the IP ad

ENGLISH – 95Special FeaturesBasic control page This page is the first page displayed when the projector is accessed through a web browser.To move fro

96 – ENGLISHHow to use network functions (continued)Detail control page Click [Projector control], then [Detail control] to display the Detail contro

ENGLISH – 97Special FeaturesError information page When is displayed on the status information screen, click it to display the error details.Depend

98 – ENGLISHHow to use network functions (continued)E-mail setup page With this projector, if a problem occurs or if the lamp usage time reaches a se

ENGLISH – 99Special FeaturesPeriodic warning interval setting (E-mail is sent on the checked days of the week/times)