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

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Optional accessories (product name) Model No.
Ceiling Mount Bracket ET
-

PKD120H (for high ceilings), ET
-
 PKD120S (for low ceilings), ET
-
 PKD120B (Projector Mount 
Bracket)
Replacement lamp unit ET
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LAD120 (1   pc), ET
-
 LAD120W (2   pcs)
Replacement lamp unit (for 
portrait mode) ET
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LAD120P (1   pc), ET
-
 LAD120PW (2   pcs)
Upgrade Kit ET
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UK20 (only for PT
-
 DZ870U)
Digital Interface Box ET
-

YFB100G
Note
 fThe model numbers of optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice.  
						

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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 screen clearly.
You may also need to adjust the zoom and shift.
Refer to “Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift” (x
  page   58) for details.
1) Press asqw to adjust the focus.
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
1/4
Please select DISPLAY LANGUAGE
INITIAL SETTING
SELECT
SET
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.  
						

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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.
1) Press as to select an item.
2)  
Press 
 qw to switch the setting.
2/4
When PROJECTION METHOD is changed, confirm that 
COOLING CONDITION is set correctly.
It may shorten the life of the lamp and projector if used 
in incorrect setting.
Switch to HIGH ALTITUDE MODE ON if over 1400m
(4593Ft).
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGE
MENU SELECTPROJECTION METHOD
COOLING CONDITIONFRONT/FLOOR
AUTO
HIGH ALTITUDE MODEOFF
ENTER
3) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Initial setting (stand by mode)
Set the operation mode during the standby. The default setting is [NORMAL], which allows you to use the network function during the standby. 
To keep power consumption low during the standby, set this function to [ECO]. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting 
from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE].
1) Press  qw to switch the setting.
3/4
When set to ECO, network functions and SERIAL OUT 
terminal, and some RS-232C commands are not 
available during standby.
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGESTANDBY MODENORMAL
ENTER
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Note
 f The above initial setting screen is displayed when the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase. If [ALL  USER DA TA] is 
executed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the [STANDBY MODE] item set before execution is displayed.  
						

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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.
 f Confirm the setting value and complete the initial setting.
Note
 fIf you press the  button while the initial setting screen is displayed, you can go back to the previous screen. fT
o continue operations after completed the initial settings, refer to “Selecting the input signal” ( x
  page   58).
 fBy default, the time zone of the projector is set to +09:00 (Japan and Korean Standard  T

ime). Change the setting in the [PROJECTOR 
SETUP] menu → [DATE AND TIME]  → [TIME ZONE] to the time zone of the region where you use the projector .  
						

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About your projector
Remote control
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Front To p
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 if any button in the remote control is pressed.
4

 
Lens (, , ) buttons
Adjusts the projection lens. ( x

  page   58)
5
 
 button/ button/ asqw buttons
Used to navigate through the menu screen. ( x

  page   65)
6
 
 button
Switches on (display)/of

f (hide) the on-screen display function. 
(x
  page   61)
7
 
Input selection (, , , 
, , ) buttons
Switches the input signal to project. ( x
  page   62)
8
 
 button
Assigns a frequently used operation as a shortcut button. 
(

x   page   63) 9
 Number ( - ) buttons
Used when the system uses multiple projectors.
Used to input ID numbers or passwords.
10
 
 button
Automatically adjusts the image display position while projecting 
the image.
[PROGRESS] is displayed on the screen while adjusting 
automatically. (x
  page   63)
11
  button
Used when temporarily turning of

f the image. (x   page   61)
12
 
 button
Displays the test pattern. (x
  page   63)
13
 
 button
Displays the projector information.
14
 
 button
Resets the content of the sub-menu to the factory default. 
(x
  page   66)
15
 
 button
Sets the ID number of the remote control to use for a system 
using multiple projectors. (x

  page   29)
16
 
Remote control signal transmitter
17

 
Remote control wired terminal
Connects to the projector with a cable. (x

  page   30)
Attention
 fDo not drop the remote control. fA
void contact with liquids or moisture.
 fDo not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control.
Note
 fWhen operating the remote control by directly pointing the receiver of the projector , operate the remote control at a distance approx. 30   m 
(98'5") or shorter from the remote control receiving section. The remote control can control at angles of up to ±30° vertically and horizontally, 
but the effective control range may be reduced.
 f If there are any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control signal receiver , the remote control may not operate properly

.
 fThe signal will be reflected of

f the screen. However, the operating range may be limited from light reflection loss due to the screen material.
 fIf the remote control signal receiver directly receives strong light, such as fluorescent light, the remote control may not operate properly . Use 
it in a place distant from the light source.
 f The power indicator  will flash if the projector receives a remote control signal.    
						

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Projector body
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Front
Side
Rear
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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

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

.
Heated air from the air exhaust port can cause burns, injury, or 
deformations.
1
 
Remote control signal receiver (front)
2

 
Power indicator 
Displays the status of the power.
3
 
Lamp indicator 
Displays the status of lamp 1.
4

 
Lamp indicator 
Displays the status of lamp 2.
5

 
T
 emperature indicator 
Displays the internal temperature status.
6
 
Filter indicator 
Displays the status of the air filter case and air filter.
7
 
Adjustable feet
Adjusts the projection angle.
8

 
Air intake port
9

 
Projection lens
(Only models with lens)
10

 
Air exhaust port
11
 Air filter case
12

 
Remote control signal receiver (rear)
13

 
Lamp unit cover 
14

 
Control panel ( x

  page   27)
15
 
Connecting terminals ( x

  page   28)   
						

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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 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
 
 button
Switches the input to VIDEO.
4

 
 button
Switches the input to RGB.
5

 
 button
Switches the input to DVI

- D.
6
 
 button
Switches the input to HDMI.
7

 
 button
Switches the input to DIGITAL LINK.
8
 
 button
Switches the input to SDI.
(Only for PT
-

DZ870U) 9
  button
Displays or hides the main menu. (
x
  page   65)
Returns to the previous menu when a sub-menu is displayed.
If you press the  button on the control panel for at least 
three seconds while the on-screen display is off, the on-screen 
display is turned on.
10
 
 button
Adjusts the focus, zoom, and shift (position) of the lens.
11
  button
Determines and executes an item in the menu screen.
12

 
 button
Used when temporarily turning of

f the image. (x   page   61)
13
 
asqw buttons
Use to select items in the menu screen, change settings, and 
adjust levels.
Also used to enter a password in [SECURITY] or enter 
characters.
14

 
 button
Automatically adjusts the image display position while projecting 
the image. [PROGRESS] is displayed on the screen during 
automatic adjustment. ( x
  page   63)  
						

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 rConnecting terminals
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6 7 89 10 11 12
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 output the signal connected to the  terminal.
5
 
 terminal /  terminal
This is a terminal to input or output control signals when using 
the projector in 3D systems.
6

 
 terminal
This is the terminal to input SDI signals. (Only for PT-

DZ870U)7
  terminal
This is the terminal to input video signals.
8
 
 (, , , , ) 
terminal
This is a terminal to input RGB signals or the YC
BCR/YPBPR and 
Y/C signals.
9
 
 terminal
This is a terminal to input RGB signals or 

YC
BCR/YPBPR signals.
10
 
 terminal
This is the terminal to input DVI

-
D signals.
11
  terminal
This is the terminal to input HDMI signals.
12

 
 terminal
This is the LAN terminal to connect to the network. This is also 
used when connecting a video signal transmission device via 
the LAN terminal.
Attention
 f When a LAN cable is directly connected to the projector , the network connection must be made indoors.  
						

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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 
remote control, if a unique ID number is assigned to each projector .
After setting the ID number of the projector, set same ID number on the remote control.
The factory default ID number of the projector is set to [ALL]. When usi\
ng a single projector, keep pressing the  button on 
the remote control for at least three seconds to set the ID number of th\
e remote control to [ALL]. In addition, when the ID number of 
the projector is unknown, setting the ID number to [ALL] enables the rem\
ote control.
How to set
1) Press the  button on the remote control.
2)  
W
 ithin five seconds, press the two-digit ID number set on the projector u\
sing the number ( - ) 
buttons.
 f When the ID number is set to [ALL], you can control the projector regardless of the ID number setting of the projector .
Attention
 fSince the ID number of the remote control can be set without the projector , do not press the  button on the remote control 
carelessly . If the  button is pressed and no number ( - ) buttons are pressed within five seconds, the ID number returns to 
its original value before the  button was pressed.
 f The ID number set on the remote control will be stored unless it is set again. However , it will be erased if the remote control is left with dead 
batteries. Set the same ID number again when the batteries are replaced.
Note
 f When the ID number of the remote control is set to [0], you can control the projector regardless of the ID number setting of the projector , as 
same as when [ALL] is set.
 f Set the ID number of the projector from the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTOR ID].  
						

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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 available)
Remote control
Connecting to the remote 
control wired terminal
Attention
 fUse a cable that is 15   m (49'3") or shorter, with 2 core shield. The remote control may not operate when the length of the cable exceeds 
15   m (49'3") or when the shielding of the cable is inadequate.