Panasonic DLP Projector PT-DZ870U PT-DW830U PT-DX100U Operating Instructions

Chapter 1 Preparation — Precautions for use
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Optional accessories (product name) Model No.
Ceiling Mount Bracket ET
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PKD120H (for high ceilings), ET
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 PKD120S (for low ceilings), ET
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 PKD120B (Projector Mount 
Bracket)
Replacement lamp unit ET
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LAD120 (1   pc), ET
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 LAD120W (2   pcs)
Replacement lamp unit (for 
portrait mode) ET
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LAD120P (1   pc), ET
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 LAD120PW (2   pcs)
Upgrade Kit ET
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UK20 (only for PT
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 DZ870U)
Digital Interface Box ET
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YFB100G
Note
 fThe model numbers of...

Chapter 1 Preparation — Start-up display
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Start-up display
When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase as well as when [ALL USER DATA] in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → 
[INITIALIZE] is executed, the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, then the initial setting screen is displayed. Set them 
in accordance with circumstances.
In other occasions, you can change the settings by menu operations.
Focus adjustment
Adjust the focus to display the menu...

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Initial setting (installation setting)
Set [PROJECTION METHOD] and [COOLING CONDITION] depending on the installation mode. Refer to “Installation mode” (x   page   32) 
for details.
Set [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] to [ON] when using the projector at high altitudes between 1
  400   m (4   593') and 2   700   m (8   858') above sea 
level.
After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECT OR SETUP] menu....

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Initial setting (screen setting)
Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and display position of the image. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each 
item from the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SCREEN SETTING].
1) Press  as to select an item.
2)  
Press 
 qw to switch the setting.
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SCREEN POSITION
Set as necessary for the screen in use.
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGE
MENU SELECTSCREEN FORMAT
ENTER
3) Press the  button.
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Chapter 1 Preparation — About your projector
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About your projector
Remote control
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Bottom
1 Power standby  button
Sets the projector to the state where the projector is switched 
off (standby mode) when the  switch on the 
projector is set to  and in projection mode.
2
 
Power on < b

> button
Starts projection when the  switch on the 
projector is set to  when the power is switched off 
(standby mode).
3
 
Remote control indicator
Flashes...

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Projector body
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Projection direction
BottomWARNING
Keep your hands and other objects away from the air 
exhaust port.
 f Keep your hands and face away

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 fDo not insert your fingers.
 fKeep heat-sensitive objects away

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Heated air from the air exhaust port can cause burns, injury, or 
deformations.
1
 
Remote control signal receiver (front)
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Power indicator 
Displays...

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16 Security slot
This security slot is compatible with the Kensington security 
cables.
17
 
 switch
T

urns on/off the main power. 18
  terminal
Connect the supplied power cord.
19
 
Burglar hook port
Attaches a burglar prevention cable, etc.
Attention
 fDo not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector .
 rControl panel
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1 Power standby <
v> button
Sets the projector to the state where the...

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 rConnecting terminals
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1  terminal/ terminal
These are the terminals to connect the remote control for serial 
control when the system uses multiple projectors.
2
 
 terminal
This is a terminal to remotely control the projector using the 
external control circuit.
3

 
 terminal
This is the RS
- 232C compatible terminal to externally control 
the projector by connecting a computer.
4
 
 terminal
This is a terminal to...

Chapter 1 Preparation — Using the remote control
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Using the remote control
Inserting and removing the batteries
(ii)(i)
Fig. 1Fig. 2
1) Open the cover. (Fig. 1)
2)  
Insert the batteries and close the cover (insert the 
 m side first). (Fig. 2)
 fWhen removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order .
Setting the remote control ID numbers
When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using single...

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Connecting to the projector with a cable
When you use the system with multiple projectors, use commercial M3 stereo mini jack cables and connect the other devices to the / terminals of the projector body.
The remote control is effective even in places where an obstacle stands in the light path or where devices are susceptible to outside light.
Connecting terminalsConnecting to a second projector
M3 stereo mini jack cable (commercially...