Panasonic LCD Projector PT-AE1000U Operating Instructions

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Preparation
About Your Projector
JFront, back and top view
Remote control
NOTE:
 Do not drop the Remote control.
 Avoid contact with liquids or moisture.
 Remove the batteries if not using the Remote control for a long period of time.
 Do not use rechargeable batteries.
 Do not keep pressing the Remote control buttons as this may shorten battery life.
Remote control signal emitter
Return to the previous 
menu. (page 28)
While the MAIN POWER is 
on, switch between stand-
by mode and project...

About Your Projector
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Preparation
JTop and front view
Projector
NOTE:
 Do not cover the ventilation openings or place anything within 50 cm (20) of them as this may cause 
damage or injury.
 While the projector is not in use, attach the Lens cover to protect the lens.
Lens shift dial/Vertical 
(page 16)
Lens shift dial/Horizontal 
(page 16)
MAIN POWER
Switch the projector on/off 
(page 20)
Air filter (page 41)
Lens cover
Protects the Projection 
lens from dust or dirt.Remote control 
signal...

About Your Projector
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Preparation
JBack and bottom view
NOTE:
 Do not cover the ventilation openings or place anything within 50 cm (20) of the vents as this may cause 
damage or injury.
 This projector should only be used with the attached Power cord to ensure optimum performance and avoid 
damage to the projector.
 Do not open the Top cover other than replacing the lamp unit.
AC IN
Connect the Power cord to 
supply electronic power to 
the projector. (page 19)
Security lock
Attach the...

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Getting Started
Setting up
You can adjust the projection size with 2.0 power zoom lens. Calculate and define the throw distance as follows.
* All measurements above are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.
JCalculation methods for screen dimensions
You can calculate more detailed screen dimensions from the screen diagonal.
* The results above are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements.
Screen size and throw distance
Projection size (16 :...

Setting up
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Getting Started
You can use the projector with any of the following 4 projection methods. To set the desired method in the projector, 
see “INSTALLATION” on page 39.
You can adjust the throwing angle by screwing the front legs up/down.
This adjust the angle of the projector. See “Positioning the image” on page 21.
Projection method
JSetting on a desk/floor and 
projecting from front JSetting on a desk/floor and 
projecting from rear
INSTALLATION: FRONT/DESK INSTALLATION:...

Setting up
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Getting Started
If the projector is not positioned right in front of the center of the screen, you can adjust the projected image position 
by moving the Lens shift dials within the shift range of the lens.
JAdjusting the Lens shift dials
QHorizontal shift
You can place the projector where the projector lens is up to 40% horizontally off-center from the screen and 
then adjust the image position with the Lens shift dial • Horizontal.
QVertical shift
You can place the projector...

Setting up
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Getting Started
JProjector location range
You can determine where to locate the projector by considering the Lens shift dials possibilities. See 
“Positioning the image” on page 21 for available placement.
QAfter fixing the screen position
QThe adjustable projection range
NOTE:
 When the projecting position is fully moved to the vertical limit of the shift range, you cannot move 
horizontally, likewise when the projecting position is fully moved to the horizontal limit of the...

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Getting Started
Connections
 Read and follow the operating and connecting instructions of each peripheral device.
 The peripheral devices must be turned off.
 Use cables that match each peripheral device to be connected.
 Confirm the type of video signals. See “List of compatible signals” on page 45.
 Audio cables must be connected from each peripheral device directly to the audio reproduction system.
Before connection to the projector
Connecting with COMPONENT/VIDEO/S-VIDEO
Connecting with...

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Basic Operation
Switching the projector on/off
Ensure all the input devices are connected and turned off before connecting the Power cord.
JConnecting
Make sure to use the 
Power cord which is 
provided with the projector.
1. Ensure the shape of the 
power cord plug and the 
AC IN connector on the 
side of the projector match, then push the 
plug all the way in.
2. Connect the Power cord to a wall outlet.
JDisconnecting
Make sure the MAIN POWER is switched off.
1. Hold the plug and unplug...

Switching the projector on/off
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Basic Operation1. Switch the MAIN POWER on.
 The power indicator lights up in RED.
2. Remove the Lens cover from the lens.3. Press the POWER button.
 The power indicator lights up in GREEN after 
flashing for a while.
The STARTUP LOGO is displayed on the 
screen. See STARTUP LOGO on page 38.
1. Press the POWER button.
 The confirmation screen is displayed.
 To return to the projection, press ENTER to 
select CANCEL or press MENU/RETURN.
2. Press I to select OK...