Panasonic LCD Projector PT-AE100U Operating Instructions

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Cleaning and replacing the air filterIf the air filter becomes clogged with dust, the internal temperature of the
projector will rise, the TEMP indicator will flash and the projector power will
turn off. The air filter should be cleaned every 100 hours of use,
depending on the location where the projector is being used.Cleaning procedure#Turn off the MAIN POWER
switch and disconnect the
power cord plug from the wall
outlet.
Turn off the MAIN POWER switch
according to the procedure given
in “Turning off the power” on
page 23 before disconnecting the
plug from the wall outlet.
$Gently turn the projector
upside down.NOTE:
BPlace the projector on top of a
soft cloth so that it will not
become scratched.
%Remove the air filter.
Put your fingernails under the air
filter and pull the air filter out of
the projector.
&Clean the air filter.
Use a vacuum cleaner to clean
off any accumulated dust.NOTE:
BBe careful not to let the air filter
get sucked into the vacuum
cleaner.
'Install the air filter.
NOTE:
BBe sure to install the air filter
cover before using the projector.
If the projector is used without the
air filter cover installed, dust and
other foreign particles will be
drawn into the projector, and
malfunctions will result.
BIf the dust cannot be removed by
cleaning, it is time to replace the
air filter. Please consult your
dealer. Furthermore, if the lamp
unit is being replaced, replace the
air filter at this time also.
Air filter
RemedyProblemIndicator
display
Flashing (red)
It is nearly time to
replace the lamp
unit.Illuminated (red)
An abnormality has been detected in the lamp
circuit.
BDoes “REPLACE
LAMP” appear on
the screen after
the projector is
turned on?
BThis occurs when
the operation time
for the lamp unit is
nearing 1800
hours. (when
LAMP POWER
has been set to
“HIGH”) Ask your
dealer or an
Authorised
Service Center to
replace the lamp
unit.
Possible
cause
BThe power may
have been turned
on straight away
after it was turned
off.
BWait for a while
until the lamp unit
cools down before
turning the power
back on again.BThere may be an
abnormality in the
lamp circuit.
BTurn off the MAIN
POWER switch by
following the
procedure given
on page 23, and
then contact an
Authorised
Service Center. LAMP indicator
NOTE:
BBe sure to turn off the MAIN POWER switch by following the procedure
given in “Turning off the power” on page 23 before carrying out any of the
procedures in the “Remedy” column.
BIf the main power turns off after the TEMP indicator starts flashing, it
means that an abnormality has occurred. Please contact an Authorised
Service Center so that the necessary repairs can be made. 
						

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Lamp unit replacement procedureNOTE:
BIf the lamp usage time has passed 2000 hours (when LAMP POWER has
been set to “HIGH”), the projector will switch to standby mode after
approximately 10 minutes of operation. The steps *to -on the next
page should thus be completed within 10 minutes.
#Turn off the MAIN POWER
switch according to the
procedure given in “Turning off
the power” on page 23, and
then disconnect the power
cord plug from the wall outlet
and check that the area around
the lamp unit has cooled down.
$Use a Phillips screwdriver to
turn the lamp unit cover fixing
screws at the bottom of the
projector, and then remove the
lamp unit cover from the
projector.%
Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen
the two lamp unit fixing screws until
the screws turn freely. Then hold
the handle of the lamp unit and
gently pull it out from the projector.
&Insert the new lamp unit while
making sure that the direction
of insertion is correct, and then
use a Phillips screwdriver to
securely tighten the lamp unit
fixing screws.
Lamp unit coverHandle
Lamp unit cover
fixing screwsLamp unit fixing screws
Replacing the lamp unitWarningWhen replacing the lamp, allow it
to cool for at least one hour
before handling it.
BThe lamp cover gets very hot,
and contact with it can cause
burns.Notes on replacing the
lamp unitBThe light generating lamp is
made of glass, so dropping it or
allowing it to hit hard objects may
cause it to burst. Be careful when
handling the lamp.
BAfter having removed the old
lamp, carelessly discarding it can
cause the lamp to burst. Dispose
of the lamp with the same care
that would be taken with a
fluorescent light.
BA Phillips screwdriver is
necessary for removing the lamp
unit. Make sure that your hands
are not slippery when using the
screwdriver.Lamp unit replacement
periodThe lamp is a consumable product.
Even when the full life of the bulb
has not been exhausted, the
brightness of the light will graduallydecline. Therefore periodic
replacement of the lamp is
necessary.
The intended lamp replacement
interval is 2000 hours, but it is
possible that the lamp may need to
be replaced earlier due to variables
such as a particular lamps
characteristics, usage conditions
and the installation environment.
Early preparation for lamp
replacement is encouraged.
A lamp that has exceeded 2000
hours of use has a much greater
chance of exploding. In order to
prevent the lamp from exploding,
the lamp will be automatically shut
off when 2000 hours of use have
been reached.
NOTE:
BThe usage hours explained
above are for use when the HIGH
setting has been selected for
LAMP POWER in the OPTION
menu. If the LOW setting is
selected, the brightness of the
lamp will be less and life of the
lamp can be extended.
BWhile 2000 hours is the intended
replacement interval, it is not a
period of time covered by
warranty.
Lamp indicator warning
light On-screen display
The projector will enter
Standby Mode and the
red indicator lamp will
illuminate. Displayed for 30
seconds. Pressing any
button will clear the
display. More than 1800 hours
This display cannot be
cleared at all, no matter
which button is pressed. More than 2000 hours
NOTE:
BIf you need the lamp replacement, please purchase the lamp unit from
our customer service. 
Lamp unit product no.: ET-LAE100
CAUTION:
BDo not use any lamp unit other than the one with the product number
indicated above. 
						

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Before asking for serviceBefore asking for service, check the following points.
Problem Possible cause
Power does not
turn on.
No picture appears.
The picture is
fuzzy.COLOR is too light or
TINT is poorNo sound can be
heard.BThe power cord may not be connected.
BThe MAIN POWER switch is turned off.
BThe main power supply is not being supplied to the
wall outlet.
BTEMP indicator is illuminated or flashing. (Refer to
page 39.)
BLAMP indicator is illuminated or flashing. (Refer to
page 40.)
BThe lamp unit cover has not been securely
installed.
BThe video signal input source may not be
connected properly.
BThe input selection setting may not be correct.
(Refer to page 22.)
BThe BRIGHT adjustment setting may be at the
minimum possible setting. (Refer to page 34.)
BThe shutter function may be in use. (Refer to page
33.)
BThe lens cover may still be attached to the lens.
BThe lens focus may not have been set correctly.
(Refer to page 23.)
BThe projector may not be at the correct distance
from the screen. (Refer to page 21.)
BThe lens may be dirty.
BThe projector may be tilted too much. (Refer to
page 23.)
BCOLOR or TINT adjustment may be incorrect.
(Refer to page 34.)
BThe input source which is connected to the
projector may not be adjusted correctly.
BThe audio signal source may not be connected
properly.
BThe volume adjustment may be at the lowest
possible setting. (Refer to page 14.)
BMake sure that the MUTE function is not activated.
+Press the ENTER button to
display the OPTION screen,
and then use the Fand G
buttons to select LAMP
RUNTIME.
,Press and hold the ENTER
button for approximately 3
seconds.
The “LAMP RUNTIME” will
change to “TIME RESET
[POWER OFF]”.
NOTE:
BIf the MENU button is pressed,
the lamp time resetting screen
will be cancelled.-
Hold down the POWER button
for at least 0.5 seconds or
press the POWER button twice
to turn off the power.
This will reset the cumulative
usage time for the lamp unit to
zero.
   MENU
KEYSTONE
PICTURE
POSITION
SHUTTER
LANGUAGE
OPTION
SELCT  ENTER
        OPTION
OSD             ON
PC PRIORITY   NORMAL
BACK COLOR    BLACK
4:3 H-POS     CENTER
FRONT/REAR    FRONT
DESK/CEILING   DESK
LAMP POWER     HIGH
LAMP RUNTIME  1820H
FUNCTION      INDEX
  SELCT          ESC        OPTION
OSD             ON
PC PRIORITY   NORMAL
BACK COLOR    BLACK
4:3 H-POS     CENTER
FRONT/REAR    FRONT
DESK/CEILING   DESK
LAMP POWER     HIGH
TIME RESET [POWER OFF]
FUNCTION      INDEX
  SELCT          ESC
'Install the lamp unit cover, and
then use a Phillips screwdriver
to securely tighten the lamp
unit cover fixing screws.
NOTE:
BBe sure to install the lamp unit
and the lamp unit cover securely.
If they are not securely installed,
it may cause the protection circuit
to operate so that the power
cannot be turned on.
(Insert the power cord plug into
the wall outlet and then press
the MAIN POWER switch.
NOTE:
BIf the POWER button on the
projector does not illuminate red
when the MAIN POWER switch is
turned on, turn the MAIN POWER
switch off again and check that
the lamp unit and the lamp unit
cover are securely installed. Then
turn the MAIN POWER switch
back on.
)Press the POWER button so
that a picture is projected onto
the screen.
*Press the MENU button to
display the MAIN MENU
screen, and then press the F
and Gbuttons to move the
cursor to select “OPTION”. 
						

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SpecificationsPower supply: 100 V–240 V ~, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption: 180 W (During standby (when fan is
stopped): Approx. 0.7 W)
Amps: 2.2 A–0.8 A
LCD panel:
Panel size (diagonal): 0.7 type (17.78 mm)
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Display method: 3 transparent LCD panels (RGB)
Drive method: Active matrix method
Pixels: 415 272 (858 x 484) x 3 panels
Lens: Manual zoom (1 - 1.2) / focus lens 
F 2.0 - 2.3, f 22.0 mm - 26.2 mm
Lamp: UHM lamp (120 W)
Luminosity: 700 lm/ANSI
Scanning frequency: (for RGB signals):
Horizontal scanning frequency: 30 kHz–70 kHz
Vertical scanning frequency: 50 Hz–87 Hz
Dot clock frequency: 100 MHz or less
YP
BPRsignals: 525i (480i), 625i, 525p (480p), 750p
(720p), 1125i (1080i)
Color system: 6 (NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-
N/SECAM)
Projection size: 1016 mm - 5080 mm (40˝ - 200˝)
Throw distance: 1.2 m - 7.4 m (3´11˝ - 24´3˝)
Optical axis shift: 17:1 (fixed)
Screen aspect ratio: 16:9
Installation: Front/Rear/Ceiling/Desk (Menu selection
method)
Speaker: 4 cm x 3 cm oval x 1
Max. useable volume output: 2 W (mono)
Connectors
VIDEO IN:
S2 VIDEO: Single-line, Mini DIN 4-pin
Y 1.0 V [p-p], C 0.286 V [p-p], 75 Ω
VIDEO: Single-line, RCA pin jack
1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω
AUDIO: 0.5 V [rms] RCA pin jack x 2 (L-R)
PC IN:
RGB: Single-line D-SUB HD 15-pin (female)
R.G.B.: 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω
G.SYNC: 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω
HD/SYNC: TTL high impedance, automatic
plus/minus polarity compatible
VD: TTL high impedance, automatic
plus/minus polarity compatible
AUDIO: Single-line 0.5 V [rms] M3 jack (Stereo
MINI)
Remote control unit
does not operate.The picture does not
display correctly.Picture from
computer does not
appear
Problem Possible cause
BThe battery may be weak.
BThe battery may not be inserted correctly. (Refer to
page 17.)
BThe remote control signal receptor on the projector
may be obstructed. (Refer to page 17.)
BThe remote control unit may be out of the
operation range. (Refer to page 17.)
BThe correct input signal may not be selected.
(Refer to page 22.)
BThe signal format (TV system) may not be set
correctly. (Refer to page 35.)
BThere may be a problem with the video tape or
other signal source.
BA signal which is not compatible with the projector
may be being input. (Refer to page 49.)
BThe cable may be too long.
BThe external video output for the laptop computer
may not be set correctly.
(You may be able to change the external output
settings by pressing the [Fn]+[F3] or [Fn]+[F10]
keys simultaneously. The actual method varies
depending on the type of computer, so refer to the
documentation provided with your computer for
further details.) 
						

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AppendixList of compatible signals*1 The “i” appearing after the resolution indicates an interlaced signal.
*2 The following symbols are used to indicate picture quality.
AA Maximum picture quality can be obtained.
A Signals are converted by the image processing circuit before picture
is projected
B Some loss of data occurs to make projection easier.
720 x 480i 15.734 59.940 A Video/S-Video720 x 576i 15.625 50.000 A Video/S-Video720 x 480i 15.734 59.940 13.500 A YP
BPR
720 x 576i 15.625 50.000 13.500 A YP
BPR
720 x 483 31.469 59.940 27.000 A YP
BPR
1 920 x 1 080i 33.750 60.000 74.250 A YP
BPR/PC
1 920 x 1 080i 28.125 50.000 74.250 A YP
BPR/PC
1 280 x 720 45.000 60.000 74.250 A YP
BPR
640 x 400 31.469 70.086 25.175 A PC640 x 400 37.861 85.081 31.500 A PC640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 AA PC640 x 480 35.000 66.667 30.240 AA PC640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 AA PC640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 AA PC640 x 480 43.269 85.008 36.000 AA PC720 x 400 37.927 85.038 35.500 A PC856 x 480 30.057 60.114 31.500 AA PC800 x 600 35.156 56.250 36.000 A PC800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 A PC800 x 600 48.077 72.188 50.000 A PC800 x 600 46.875 75.000 49.500 A PC800 x 600 53.674 85.061 56.250 A PC832 x 624 49.725 74.550 57.283 A PC1 072 x 600 37.287 59.947 51.382 A PC1 280 x 720 45.106 60.141 76.500 A PC1 024 x 768 48.363 60.004 65.000 A PC1 024 x 768 56.476 70.069 75.000 A PC1 024 x 768 60.023 75.029 78.750 A PC1 024 x 768 68.678 84.997 94.500 A PC1 024 x 768i 35.520 86.952 44.897 A PC1 280 x 768 45.327 56.518 76.150 A PC1 152 x 864 63.995 71.184 94.200 A PC1 152 x 864 67.500 74.917 108.000 B PC
1 152 x 870 68.681 75.062 100.000 B PCDisplay
resolution
(dots)*
1
Scanning
frequency
H
(kHz)V 
(Hz)
Dot clock
frequency
(MHz)
Picture
quality*
2
NTSC/M-NTSC/PAL-MPAL/PAL-N/SECAM
525i625i525p
HDTV60(1080i/60)HDTV50(1080i/50)750P(720p)
VGA400VGA480WIDE400WIDE480
SVGAMAC16WIDE600WIDE720
XGAWIDE768
MXGAMAC21
Format
Mode
COMPONENT IN:
Y: 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω
P
B,PR(C
B,CR): 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω
AUDIO: 0.5 V [rms] RCA pin jack x 2 (L-R)
Cabinet: Moulded plastic (ABS/PC)
Dimensions:
Width: 280 mm (11˝)
Height: 85 mm (3 11/32˝)
Length: 242 mm (9 17/32˝) (including lens)
Weight: 2.7 kg(6.0 lbs.)
Operating environment:
Temperature: 0 °C–40 °C (32 °F–104 °F)
Humidity: 20%–80% (no condensation)
Certifications: UL1950, C-UL
FCC

Power supply: 3 V DC (Lithium CR2025 battery x1)
Operating range: Approx. 7 m (23´) (when operated directly
in front of signal receptor)
Weight: 32 g(1.13 ozs.) (including battery)
Dimensions:
Width: 50 mm (1 31/32˝)
Height: 12.5 mm (1/2˝)
Length: 86 mm (3 3/8˝)

Ceiling bracket ET-PKE100
Projection Screen ET-SR90CT(width: 1 800 mm(70))
ET-SR70CT(width: 1 400 mm(55)) 
						

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Pin No. Signal
#Earth (Luminance signal)
Earth (Color signal)
Luminance signal
Color signal $
%
&
BThe pin layout and signal names for the RGB input connector are shown
below.
Pin No. Signal
#R
G/G·SYNC
B
SDA $
%
.
/HD/SYNC
0VD
1SCL
Pin +is spare.
Pins &–*, ,and -are for earth.
Pins .and 1functions are only valid when
supported by the computer
#$
% &External view
-1
#', (
External view
Connector pin wiringBThe pin layout and signal names for the S2 VIDEO input connector are
shown below.Projection dimensions calculation methodsThe following methods will allow you to calculate dimensions such as screen
diagonal length and projection distances. Units in all calculations are meter.
SDSW 16:9
LW/LT
H1
SH
Screen Width: SW=SDx0.872
Screen Height: SH=SDx0.490
Minimum Projection Distance: LW=1.42xSW-0.02
Maximum Projection Distance: LT=1.70xSW-0.08
Image Lower Edge from Lens Center: H1=SW/32
Dimensions

STANDBY(R)
ON(G) LAMP TEMP
POWER
KEYSTONE VOLUME INPUT
R
280 (11)
80 (3 5/32)85 (3 11/32)
242 (9 17/32)
65.4 (2 9/16)
49.7 (1 31/32)
235.5 (9 9/32)
Trademark acknowledgementsBVGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation.
BMacintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
BS-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards
Association.
BWindows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of the various trademark owners. 
						

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