Panasonic DLP Projector PT-DZ21K2 PT-DS20K2 PT-DW17K2 PT-DZ16K2 Operating Instructions

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Removing the projection lens
Remove the projection lens using the following procedure.
(i)
(i)
(i)
(i)
(ii)
Lens release buttonFig. 2
Fig. 1 Lens mount cover
1) Remove the lens mount cover
. (Fig. 1)
 fRemove the lens mount cover by pulling it towards you while holding the \
left and right buttons from both the 
upper and lower side.
2)

 
Remove the lens fixing screw
 .
 fUse a Phillips screwdriver to remove the first screw to the right of the mark on the projection lens (orange).
3)

 
While pressing the lens release button, remove the projection lens by turning it counterclockwise. 
(Fig. 2)
 fT

urn the projection lens counterclockwise until the mark on the projection lens (orange) is aligned with the 
mark on the projector ( E to the left of LOCK).
4)
 
Attach the lens mount cover
 .
Note
 f Some lenses may not have a screw hole to use to secure the projection le\
ns.
Attention
 fStore the removed projection lens where it will be free from vibration a\
nd impact. fStore the removed lens fixing screw in a safe place.      
						

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Connecting
Before connecting
 fBefore connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected.
 fT

urn off the power of all devices before connecting cables.
 fT

ake note of the following points before connecting the cables. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions.
 g When connecting a cable to a device connected to the projector or the pr\
ojector itself, touch any nearby 
metallic objects to eliminate static electricity from your body before p\
erforming work.
 gDo not use unnecessarily long cables to connect a device to the projecto\
r or to the projector body

. The longer 
the cable, the more susceptible to noise it becomes. Since using a cable\
 while it is wound makes it act like an 
antenna, it is more susceptible to noise.
 g When connecting cables, connect GND first, then insert the connecting terminal of the connecting device in a 
straight manner

.
 fAcquire any connection cable necessary to connect the external device to the system that is neither supplied 
with the device nor available as an option.
 fIf video signals from video equipment contain too much jitter

, the images on the screen may wobble. In this 
case, a time base corrector (TBC) must be connected.
 f The projector accepts video signals, 

Y/C signals, YC
BCR/YPBPR signals, analog RGB signals (synchronization 
signals are TTL level), and digital signals.
 f Some computer models are not compatible with the projector

.
 f Use a cable compensator when you connect devices to the projector using \
long cables. Otherwise the image 
may not display properly

.
 f Refer to “List of compatible signals” ( x

 
page
 
209) for the types of video signals that can be used with the 
projector.
 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside view Pin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
(10)
(6) (11) (15)
(1) (5)
(1) R/PR(9) ―
(2) G/Y (10)GND
(3) B/P
B(11) GND
(4) ―(12)DDC data
(5) GND (13)SYNC/HD
(6) GND (14)VD
(7) GND (15)DDC clock
(8) GND
 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside view Pin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
Even-numbered pins of  (2) to (18)
(1)(19)
(2) (18)
Odd-numbered pins of 
(1) to (19)(1)
T.M.D.S data 2+ (11)T.M.D.S clock shield
(2) T.M.D.S data 2 shield (12)T.M.D.S clock
-
(3)T.M.D.S data 2-(13) CEC
(4) T.M.D.S data 1+ (14)―
(5) T.M.D.S data 1 shield (15)SCL
(6) T.M.D.S data 1
-(16) SDA
(7) T.M.D.S data 0+ (17)DDC/CEC
GND
(8) T.M.D.S data 0 shield (18)+5
  V
(9) T.M.D.S data 0
-(19)Hot plug detection
(10) T.M.D.S clock+   
						

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 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside viewPin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
(17)
(24)
(16)
(9)
(1)
(8)
(1) T.M.D.S data 2-(13) ―
(2) T.M.D.S data 2+ (14)+5
  V
(3) T.M.D.S data 2/4 shield (15)GND
(4) ―(16)Hot plug detection
(5) ―(17)T.M.D.S data 0
-
(6) DDC clock (18)T.M.D.S data 0+
(7) DDC data (19)T.M.D.S data 0/5 shield
(8) ―(20) ―
(9) T.M.D.S data 1
-(21) ―
(10) T.M.D.S data 1+ (22)T.M.D.S clock shield
(11) T.M.D.S data 1/3 shield (23)T.M.D.S clock+
(12) ―(24)T.M.D.S clock
-
Connecting example: AV equipment
For // terminals
The connection example is for PT- DZ21K2 and PT- DS20K2.
Blu-ray disc player
VCR (with built-in TBC)
VCR (with built-in TBC)
DVD player with HDMI terminal (HDCP)
Attention
 fAlways use one of the following when connecting a VCR. gA
 VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC)
 gA

 time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR
 fIf nonstandard burst signals are connected, the image may be distorted. In such a case, connect the time base corrector (TBC) between the 
projector and the external devices.
Note
 fWhen entering DVI - D, it may be necessary to switch the setting using the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu  → [DVI-D IN] → [EDID SELECT] 
depending on the external device to be connected.
 f The  terminal can be connected to HDMI- or DVI

- D-compliant devices. However, images may not appear or may not be 
displayed properly on some devices.
 f For the HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to the HDMI standards. If a cable that does not conform to the HDMI 
standards is used, images may be interrupted or may not be displayed.
 fThe  terminal of the projector can be connected to an external device equipped with a DVI

- D terminal using an HDMI/DVI 
conversion cable. However, this may not function properly for some external devices, and images may not be displayed.
 f The projector does not support VIERA

 Link (HDMI).
 fWhen the video signal and the 

Y/C signal are input, switch the setting using the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [RGB IN]  → [RGB1 INPUT 
SETTING] ( x
  page   113).   
						

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For / terminals (PT-DZ21K2, PT- DS20K2),  terminal (PT- DZ16K2)
The connection example is for PT-DZ21K2 and PT- DS20K2.
SD-SDI signal, HD-SDI signal, or 3G-SDI 
signal
Digital VCR for commercial use
Note
 f
Use the [PICTURE] menu  → [SYSTEM SELECTOR] to switch the input format. fSome external devices to be connected require the [DISPLA
Y OPTION] menu → [SDI IN] to be set.
 fUse a 5CFB or higher (such as 5CFB, or 7CFB) or a Belden 1694A

 or higher connection cable to properly transmit images. Use a 
connection cable of 100
  m (328'1") length or less.
 fT

o input the dual link signals, it is necessary to set [SDI LINK] in [SDI IN]. (Only for PT
-
 DZ21K2, PT
-
 DS20K2)
 fT

o input the dual link signals, use same length and same type of cables to connect to the / terminals.  The image may 
not be displayed correctly when the difference in length of the connection cables is 4
  m (13'1") or more. (Only for PT
-
 DZ21K2, PT
-
 DS20K2)
 fT

o input the dual link signals, directly connect with the external devices that will output the signal without using a distributor , etc. A phase 
difference between the LINK
- A signal and the LINK - B signal may occur, and the image may not be displayed correctly. (Only for PT
-
 DZ21K2, 
PT
-

DS20K2)
 fWhen an unsteady signal is connected, an error in signal detection may occur . In such a case, use the [PICTURE] menu 

→ [SYSTEM 
SELECTOR] to switch to a system that matches the signal format.
Connecting example: Computers
The connection example is for PT- DZ21K2 and PT- DS20K2.
Control computer
Computer Computer Computer
Computer Control computer
Attention
 f
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
 fWhen entering DVI - D, it may be necessary to switch the setting using the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu  → [DVI-D IN] → [EDID SELECT] 
depending on the external device to be connected.
 f For the HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to the HDMI standards. If a cable that does not conform to the HDMI 
standards is used, images may be interrupted or may not be displayed.
 fThe  terminal of the projector can be connected to an external device equipped with a DVI

- D terminal using an HDMI/DVI 
conversion cable. However, this may not function properly for some external devices, and images may not be displayed.
 f The  terminal supports single links only

.
 fWhen entering the SYNC ON GREEN signal, do not enter sync signals to the  terminal or the  terminal. fIf 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

.   
						

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Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK
Twisted-pair-cable transmitters based on the communication standard HDBaseTTM such as the optional DIGITAL 
LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET
-

YFB100G, ET
-

YFB200G) use the twisted pair cable to transmit 
input images, Ethernet, and serial control signals, and the projector can input these digital signals to the  terminal.
Blu-ray disc player HDMI cable
(commercially available)
Control computer*1
Projector connecting terminals
Example of twisted-pair-cable transmitter
Computer
Computer cable
(commercially available)
VCR
Hub
(with built-in TBC)
*1 Control target is the projector or the twisted-pair-cable transmitter . The control itself may not be possible depending on the twisted-pair-cab\
le 
transmitter. Check the operating instructions of the device to be connected.
Attention
 f Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR. gUse a VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC). gUse a time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR. fIf nonstandard burst signals are connected, the image may be disrupted. In such a case, connect the time base corrector (TBC) between 
the projector and the external devices.
 fAsk a qualified technician or your dealer to install the cable wiring between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector . Image may 
be disrupted if cable transmission characteristics cannot be obtained due to inadequate installation.
 f For the LAN cable between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector , use a cable that meets the following criteria: gConforming to CA

T5e or higher standards
 gShielded type (including connectors) gStraight-through gSingle wire fWhen laying cables between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector , confirm that cable characteristics are compatible with 
CA

T5e or higher using tools such as a cable tester or cable analyzer .
When a relay connector is used, include it in the measurement.
 f Do not use a hub between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the proj\
ector

.
 fWhen connecting to the projector using a twisted-pair-cable transmitter (receiver) of other manufacturers, do not place another twisted-pair-
cable transmitter between the twisted-pair-cable 

transmitter of other manufacturers and the projector. This may cause image to be disrupted.
 fDo not pull cables forcefully

. Also, do not bend or fold cables unnecessarily.
 fT

o reduce the effects of noise as much as possible, stretch out the cables between the t\
wisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector 
without any loops.
 f Lay the cables between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector away from other cables, particularly power cables. fWhen laying multiple cables, run them side by side along the shortest di\
stance possible without bundling them together

.
 fAfter laying the cables, go to the [NETWORK] menu 

→ [DIGITAL LINK STATUS] and confirm that the value of [SIGNAL QUALITY] is 
displayed in green which indicates normal quality. (x
  page   155)
Note
 fFor the HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to the HDMI standards. If a cable that does not conform to the HDMI 
standards is used, images may be interrupted or may not be displayed.
 fThe projector does not support VIERA

 Link (HDMI).
 fThe maximum transmission distance between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector is 100

  m (328'1"). It is possible to transmit 
up to 150
  m (492'2") if the twisted-pair-cable transmitter supports the long-reach communication method. If this distance is exceeded, image 
may be disrupted or a malfunction may occur in LAN communication. Please note that Panasonic does not support the use of the projector 
outside the maximum transmission distance. When connecting with the long reach, there may be a limitation to the video signal or distance 
which can be transmitted, depending on the specification of the twisted-pair-cable transmitter .   
						

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 fFor twisted-pair-cable transmitters of other manufacturers of which the operation has been verified with the projector , visit the Panasonic 
website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set 
by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of 
other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.   
						

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Chapter 3 Basic Operations
This chapter describes basic operations to start with. 
						

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Switching 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.
Confirm that the  switch is on the  side before connecting the power cord.
For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” (x page 5).
How to attach the power cord
1) Check the shapes of the  terminal on the side of the projector and the power cord connector , 
then insert the connector completely in the correct direction.
How to remove the power cord
Lock button
1) Confirm that the  switch on the side of the projector is on the  side, and 
remove the power plug from the outlet.
2)
 
Remove the power cord connector from the  terminal of the project\
or while pressing the lock 
button.
Power indicator
Indicate the status of the power. Check the status of the power indicator  before operating 
the projector.
Power indicator 
Indicator status Projector status
Off The main power is switched off.
Red LitThe power is switched off. (standby mode)
Projection will start when the power on <
b> button is pressed.
 fThe projector may not operate when the lamp indicators 
/// or the temperature indicator  are 
blinking. ( x

  page   179)
Green LitProjecting.
Orange LitThe projector is preparing to switch off the projector.
The power is switched off after a while. (Changes to the standby mode.)   
						

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Note
 fWhile the power indicator  lights in orange, the fan is running to cool the projector. fFor about 150 seconds after the projector is switched of
f and the luminous lamp cooling is started, the lamp indicators do not light up even if 
the power is switched on. After the power indicator  lights in red, turn on the power again.
 f The projector consumes power even in standby mode (power indicator  lit in red). Refer to “Power consumption” 
(x
  page   215) for the power consumption.
 fWhen the projector receives the signal from the remote control, the power indicator  will blink in the following color 
according to the status of the projector.
 g When the projector is in projection mode: Green gWhen the projector is in standby mode: Orange
However

, if the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], the indicator will stay lit in red and will not blink if the 
projector is in standby mode.
 f The power indicator  will blink slowly in green while the shutter function is in use (shutter: closed).
 fIf the power indicator  is blinking in red, consult your dealer.
Switching on the projector
Install the projection lens before switching on the projector.
Remove the lens cover first.
2) 4)
4)
3)
1)
1) Connect the power cord to the projector .
2)  
Connect the power plug to an outlet.
 f(AC 200

  V - 240   V 50   Hz/60   Hz)
3)
 
Press the  side of the  switch to turn on the power
 .
 fThe power indicator  lights in red, and the projector enters the standby mode.
4)
 
Press the power on < b

> button.
 fThe power indicator  lights in green and the image is soon projected on the screen.
Attention
 f Using the projector while the lens cover is attached may cause the device to heat up and result in a fire.
Note
 fIf the projector is switched on at around 0   °C (32   °F), a warm-up period of up to five minutes (PT- DZ16K2: up to 20 minutes) may be 
necessary until an image is displayed.
The temperature indicator  lights during the warm-up period. When the warm-up is completed, the temperature indicator  
turns off and the projection starts. Refer to “When an indicator lights up” ( x
  page   179) for the indicator status display.
 fIf the operating environment temperature is low and a warm-up takes more than five minutes (PT-

DZ16K2: 20 minutes), the projector 
will judge that a problem has occurred and the power will automatically \
be set to standby mode. If this happens, increase the operating 
environment temperature to 0
  °C (32   °F) or higher, turn off the main power, and then turn on the power again.
 fIf the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], it may take approx. 10 seconds longer before the projector starts 
projecting after the power is turned on, compared with when [NORMAL] is set.
 f When the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [INITIAL STARTUP] is set to [LAST MEMORY], and the power was turned off at the previous 
use by pressing the  side of the  switch while projecting or with the power breaker , the power indicator  will light up in green and the image is projected after a while when the power is turned on by pressing  side of the 
 switch while the power plug is plugged into the outlet, or when the power breaker is turned on.    
						

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When the initial setting screen is displayed
When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when [ALL USER DATA] is executed 
from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection 
starts, then the [INITIAL SETTING]  screen is displayed. Set them according to the circumstances.
In other occasions, you can change the settings by menu operations.
If you press the  button while the  [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed, you can go back to the 
previous screen.
Focus adjustment
Adjust the focus to display the menu screen clearly.
You may also need to adjust the zoom and shift.
Refer to “Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift” (x
  page   65) for details.
1)
 
Press 
 asqw to adjust the focus.
52FOCUS POSITION
LENSFOCUS
ADJUST
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Initial setting (display language)
Select the language to show on the screen. 
After completed the initial setting, you can change the display language from the [DISPLA
Y LANGUAGE] menu.
1)
 
Press 
 as to select the display language.
ENTER
1/6
Please select DISPLAY LANGUAGE.
INITIAL SETTING
SELECT
SET
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.