Panasonic LCD Projector PT-AE1000U Operating Instructions

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LCD Projector
Operating Instructions
Model No. PT-AE1000U
Before operating this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for 
future use.For assistance, please call: 1 - 888 - View - PTV (843 - 9788)
or send e-mail to: [email protected]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A.)
For assistance, please call: 787 - 750 - 4300
or visit us at http://panasonic.net (Puerto Rico)
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Important Safety Notice
Dear Panasonic Customer:
This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. 
We hope it will help you to get the most out of your new product, and that you will be pleased 
with your Panasonic LCD projector.The serial number of your product may be found on its 
bottom. You should note it in the space provided below and retain this booklet in case service is 
required.
Model number:PT-AE1000U
Serial number:
WARNING:TO...

Important Safety Notice
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WARNING:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide 
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However,...

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Contents
JQuick Steps Important Safety Notice .............................. 2
Precautions with regard to safety ............. 6
WARNINGS ........................................................... 6
CAUTIONS............................................................. 7
Before use.................................................... 9
Accessories ............................................................ 9
Cautions when transporting ................................... 9
Cautions when...

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Preparation Getting Started Basic Operation Settings Maintenance
Appendix
Menu Navigation........................................28
Navigating through the MENU ..............................28
Main menu and Sub-menu ....................................29
PICTURE Menu ..........................................31
PICTURE MODE...................................................31
CONTRAST ..........................................................31
BRIGHTNESS...

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PreparationPrecautions with regard to safety
If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming 
from the projector, disconnect the power cord plug 
from the wall outlet.
 Do not continue to use the projector in such cases, 
otherwise fire or electric shocks could result.
 Check that no more smoke is coming out, and then 
contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs.
 Do not attempt to repair the projector yourself, as 
this can be dangerous.
Do not install this projector in a place...

Precautions with regard to safety
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Preparation
During a thunderstorm, do not touch the projector 
or the cable.
 Electric shocks can result.
Do not use the projector in a bath or shower.
 Fire or electric shocks can result.
Do not place your skin into the light beam while the 
projector is being used.
 Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If 
you place directly into this light, it can hurt or 
damage your skin.
Do not look into the lens while the projector is being 
used.
 Strong...

Precautions with regard to safety
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Preparation
Do not mix old and new batteries.
 If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, they may 
explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of 
the battery compartment and surrounding area may 
result.
Do not put your weight on this projector.
 You could fall or the projector could break, and injury 
may result.
 Be especially careful not to let young children stand 
or sit on the projector.
If not using the projector for an extended period of...

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Preparation
Before use
Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector.
Do not subject the projector to excessive vibration 
or shocks.
 The projector lens need to be handled with care.
 Cover the lens with the lens cover when transporting 
the projector.When transporting the projector, hold the body at 
the bottom securely.
 Do not hold the adjuster legs or the top cover to 
move the projector, as this may damage the 
projector.
Avoid setting up in places which are...

Before use
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Preparation
In order to get the best picture quality
 Draw curtains or blinds over any windows and turn 
off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light 
or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the 
screen.
Do not touch the surfaces of the lens with your bare 
hands.
 If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from 
fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified 
and projected onto the screen. Moreover, when not 
using the projector, cover it with the lens...