Panasonic DLP Based Projector PT-DZ8700U PT-DS8500U PT-DW8300U Operating Instructions

Setting up
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If the projector is used with a screen size not listed in this manual, c\
heck the diagonal dimension (inch) of your 
screen and calculate the projection distance using the following formula\
s.
 
JCalculation formulas for projection distance by lens types  
(for PT-DZ8700U)
Model number of  
projection lens Throw ratio Aspect ratio
Projection distance (L) formula Unit : m
Zoom lens
ET-D75LE11.4–1.8 : 1 16 : 10
Min.  :  L = 0.0298 × SD (") 
- 0.0760
Max. :  L =...

Setting up
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JCalculation formulas for projection distance by lens types  
(for PT-DS8500U)
Model number of  
projection lens Throw ratio Aspect ratio
Projection distance (L) formula Unit : m
Zoom lens
ET-D75LE1 1.5–2.0 : 14 : 3
Min.  :  L = 0.0307 × SD (") 
- 0.0760
Max. :  L = 0.0410 × SD (") - 0.1004
16 : 9 Min.  :  L = 0.0334 × SD (") 
- 0.0760
Max. :  L = 0.0446 × SD (") - 0.1004
ET-D75LE2 2.0–3.0 : 1 4 : 3
Min.  :  L = 0.0412 × SD (") 
- 0.0795
Max....

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Getting Started
 
JCalculation formulas for projection distance by lens types  
(for PT-DW8300U)
Model number of  
projection lens Throw ratio Aspect ratio
Projection distance (L) formula Unit : m
Zoom lens
ET-D75LE11.5–2.0 : 1 16 : 9
Min.  :  L = 0.0343 × SD (") 
- 0.0760
Max. :  L = 0.0458 × SD (") - 0.1004
2.0–2.7 : 1 4 : 3 Min.  :  L = 0.0419 × SD (") 
- 0.0760
Max. :  L = 0.0560 × SD (") - 0.1004
ET-D75LE2 2.1–3.1 : 1 16 : 9
Min.  :  L = 0.0460 × SD (") 
-...

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Getting Started
Connections
Before connection to the projector
Read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. 
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Turning off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. 
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If any connection cable is not supplied with the device, or if no option\
al cable is available for connection of the  
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device, prepare a necessary system connection cable to suit the device.
Video signals containing too much jitter may cause the images on the scre\
en to randomly...

Connections
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JPin assignments and signal names of  terminal
Outside view Pin No. Signal names Pin No. Signal names
T.M.D.S data 2-—
T.M.D.S data 2++5V
T.M.D.S data 2/4 shieldGND
—Hot plug detection
—T.M.D.S data 0-
DDC clockT.M.D.S data 0+
DDC dataT.M.D.S data 0/5 shield
——
T.M.D.S data 1-—
T.M.D.S data 1+T.M.D.S clock shield
T.M.D.S data 1/3 shieldT.M.D.S clock +
—T.M.D.S clock -
Connecting example : AV equipment
Attention
When connecting with a video deck, be sure to use...

Connections
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Getting Started
Connecting example : Computers
Note
The DVI-D signal input terminal supports only a single link.
 
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For the specifications of the RGB signals that can be applied from the PC, refer to “List of compatible signals”.   
 
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(
Æpage  122)
If your computer has the resume feature (last memory), the computer ma\
y not function properly until the resume capability 
 
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is disabled.
When the SYNC ON GREEN signal is input, do not input sync signals to the\
 SYNC/HD and VD...

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Getting Started
Removing/attaching the projection lens (optional)
Move the lens to the home position before replacing or removing the proj\
ection lens. (Æpage 43)
How to install the projection 
lens
Align the mark (orange) on the 
1  ) 
projection lens with the mark on 
the projector (
 on the left side of 
LOCK), then insert the lens and turn it 
clockwise until there is a click.
Fix the projection lens with the 
2  ) 
attached “Lens fixing screw”. Û
Tighten the screw into the first screw...

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Basic Operation
Powering ON/OFF
Connecting the power cord
Be sure to Insert the attached power cord securely to its base to preven\
t it from coming off.
Before connecting the power cord, confirm that the MAIN POWER switch is in the “ 
 ” (OFF) position.
 
JInstallation
Insert the plug securely until its right 
and left claw click.
 
JRemoval
Remove the power cord from the 
electrical outlet while pressing the 
knobs on its sides. 

Powering ON/OFF
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Basic Operation
Powering up the projector
When using an optional lens, install a projection lens 
before switch on the projector. (
Æpage 37)
Remove the projection lens cover from the lens.
Connect the supplied power cable.
1  ) 
(AC120 V  60 Hz)
Press the [ | ] marked side of the 
2  ) 
MAIN POWER switch to turn on the 
power.
The POWER indicator lamp on the projector will 
flash in red. After a short period, the indicator will 
illuminate and the projector will enter...

Powering ON/OFF
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Basic Operation
Powering off the projector
Press POWER STANDBY (
1  ) ).
Press ◄► to select [OK] and press 
2  ) 
(ENTER).  
(or press POWER STANDBY (
) 
again.)
The projection of the image stops, and [Power 
indicator] lamp of the main unit lights up orange.
(The cooling fan keeps running.)
Wait until the power indicator lamp of 
3  ) 
the main unit turns to red (i.e., until 
the cooling fan stops).
Press the [
4  ) 
] marked side of the 
(MAIN POWER) switch to remove all...