Panasonic LCD Projector PT-AE4000U Operating Instructions

							Operating Instructions
LCD Projector
PT-AE4000U
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use.
Please read the functional instructions that is in the provided CD-ROM f\
or more details.TQBJ0309
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Important  
Information
Important Safety Notice
Dear Panasonic Customer:
The following information should be read and understood as it provides d\
etails, which will enable you to operate 
the projector in a manner which is both safe to you and your environment\
, and conforms to legal requirements 
regarding the use of projectors. Before connecting, operating or adjusti\
ng this projector, please read these 
instructions completely and save this booklet with the projector for fut\
ure reference. 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-AE4000U
Serial number:
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Power Supply:This LCD Projector is designed to operate on 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz AC, house current only.
CAUTION: The AC power cord which is supplied with the projector as an accessory can o\
nly be used for 
power supplies up to 125 V, 7 A. If you need to use higher voltages or currents than this, you will 
need to obtain a separate 250 V power cord. If you use the accessory cor\
d in such situations, 
fire may result.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the\
 product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to aler\
t the user to the presence 
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the\
 literature accompanying 
the product.
CAUTION:
This equipment is equipped with a three-pin grounding-type power 
plug. Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This plug 
will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If 
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electricia\
n. 
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.
Do not remove
NOTICE:This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains m\
ercury. Disposal may 
be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For \
disposal or recycling 
information, please contact your local authorities, or the Electronic In\
dustries Alliance:  
http://www.eiae.org
Important Information 
						

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Important  
Information
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 harmf\
ul interference 
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy an\
d, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfu\
l interference to radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular\
 installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can b\
e determined by turning the equipment off 
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one\
 or more of the following measures:
-  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is 
connected.
-  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when 
connecting to computers or peripheral devices. Any unauthorized changes 
or modifications to this equipment will void the users authority to operate.
Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)
Pursuant to at the directive 2005/32/EC amended by 2008/28/EC, article 1\
4
Panasonic Testing Center
Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany
WARNING:Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of 
Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: PT-AE4000U
Trade Name:  Panasonic
Responsible party:  Panasonic Corporation of North America
Address:  One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Telephone number:  (888) 411 - 1996
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject\
 to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device mu\
st accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authoriti\
es or dealer and ask for the 
correct method of disposal.
Environment care information for users in China
This symbol is only valid in China. 
						

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Quick steps
 
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Set up your projector
1.
See “Setting up” on page  14.
 Connect with other devices
2.
See “Connections” on page  15.
 Prepare the remote control
3.
See “Remote control” on 
page 11.
  Start projecting
4.
See “Switching the projector 
on/off” on page 16.
  Adjust the image
5.
See “Menu Navigation” on 
page 19.
PT-AE4000U includes the 
following features and many 
more…
Lens Memory
Memorize focus/zoom position of the lens, 
for easy transition between different aspect 
contents (ex. 16:9 to 2.35:1).
With auto switching capability.
Waveform Monitor
Adjust the luminance level of the input signal 
to display full dynamic range of the content.
VIERA Link
Control multiple Panasonic devices and other 
CEC compatible devices via HDMI cable using 
the projector remote.
Split Adjust Mode
Perform adjustments to the image by viewing 
the before and after image side by side.
Consult the Functional Instructions included in 
 
 
the CD-ROM for instructions on how to use these 
features.     
						

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Important  
Information
Preparation
Settings
Maintenance
Appendix
Getting   Started
Basic  
Operation
Contents
Important Information
Important Safety Notice  ................................ 2
Precautions with regard to safety  ................ 6
WARNING .......................................................... 6
CAUTION  ........................................................... 7
Cautions when transporting  .................................. 8
Cautions when installing..................................... 8
Cautions on use ................................................. 9
Cleaning and maintenance................................. 9
Disposal.............................................................. 9
Accessories  ...................................................... 10
Preparation
About Your Projector  ................................... 11
Remote control ..................................................11
Projector body  .................................................. 12
Getting Started
Setting up  ..................................................... 14
Screen size and throw distance  ....................... 14
Projection method  ............................................ 14
Lens shift and positioning  ................................. 15
Connections  ................................................. 15
Before connecting to the projector  ................... 15
Basic Operation
Switching the projector on/off  .................... 16
Power cord  ....................................................... 16
Power indicator................................................. 16
Switching on the projector  ................................ 17
Switching off the projector  ................................ 17
Projecting an image ..................................... 18
Selecting the input signal  ................................. 18
Positioning the image  ....................................... 18
Settings
Menu Navigation  .......................................... 19
Navigating through the MENU.......................... 19
Menu list  ........................................................... 20
VIERA Link™  ................................................ 23
Using the Link functions (VIERA Link).............. 23
Maintenance
TEMP and LAMP Indicators  ........................ 25
Managing the indicated problems  .................... 25
Care and Replacement  ................................ 26
Cleaning the projector  ...................................... 26
Replacing the lamp unit  .................................... 27
Troubleshooting  ........................................... 29
Appendix
Technical Information  .................................. 30
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards  .................... 30
List of compatible signals  ................................. 31
Specifications  ................................................... 32
Trademark acknowledgements  ........................ 34
Dimensions....................................................... 34
Index  ............................................................. 35 
						

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Important  
Information
Precautions with regard to safety
WARNING
POWER
 
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The wall outlet or the circuit breaker shall 
be installed near the equipment and shall 
be easily accessible when problems occur. 
If the following problems occur, cut off the 
power supply immediately.
Continued use of the projector in these conditions will 
result in fire or electric shock.
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, 
 
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cut off the power supply.
If the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken, 
 
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cut off the power supply.
If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming 
 
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from the projector, cut off the power supply.
Please contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs, 
and do not attempt to repair the projector yourself.
During a thunderstorm, do not touch the projector or the cable.
Electric shocks can result.
Do not do anything that might damage the power cord or the power plug.
If the power cord is used while damaged, electric 
shocks, short-circuits or fire will result.
Do not damage the power cord, make any 
 
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modifications to it, place it near any hot objects, 
bend it excessively, twist it, pull it, place heavy 
objects on top of it or wrap it into a bundle.
Ask an Authorized Service Center to carry out any repairs 
to the power cord that might be necessary.
Insert the power plug securely into the wall outlet.
If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or 
overheating will result.
Do not use anything other than the provided power 
 
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cord and ground in the wall outlet.
Do not use plugs which are damaged or wall outlets 
 
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which are coming loose from the wall.
Clean the power plug regularly to prevent it from becoming covered in dust.
Failure to observe this will cause a fire.
If dust builds up on the power plug, the resulting 
 
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humidity can damage the insulation.
If not using the projector for an extended period of 
 
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time, pull the power plug out from the wall outlet.
Pull the power plug out from the wall outlet and wipe it 
with a dry cloth regularly.
Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
Failure to observe this will result in electric shocks.
Do not overload the wall outlet.
If the power supply is overloaded (ex., by using too 
many adapters), overheating may occur and fire will 
result.
ON USE/INSTALLATION
 
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Do not place liquid containers on top of the 
projector.
If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire or 
electric shocks will result.
If any water gets inside the projector, contact an 
Authorized Service Center.
Do not place the projector on soft materials  such as carpets or sponge mats.
Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can 
cause burns, fire or damage to the projector.
Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places where the projector may  come into contact with oily smoke or steam, ex., a bathroom.
Using the projector under such conditions will result 
in fire, electric shocks or components deterioration. 
Components deterioration (such as ceiling mount 
brackets) may cause the projector which is mounted on 
the ceiling to fall down.
Do not install this projector in a place which 
is not strong enough to take the full weight  of the projector or on top of a surface which 
is sloped or unstable.
Failure to observe this will cause projector to fall down 
or tip over the projector, and severe injury or damage 
could result.
Do not place another projector or other  heavy objects on top of the projector.
Failure to observe this will cause the projector to 
become unbalanced and fall, which could result in 
damage or injury. The projector will be damaged or 
deformed.
Installation work (such as ceiling  suspension) 
should only be carried out by a qualified  technician.
If installation is not carried out and secured correctly it 
can cause injury or accidents, such as electric shocks.
Do not use anything other than an authorized 
 
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ceiling mount bracket.
Be sure to use the provided accessory wire as an 
 
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extra safety measure to prevent the projector from 
falling down. (Install in a different location to the 
ceiling mount bracket)
Do not cover the air inlet port or the air outlet port.
Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can 
cause fire or damage to the projector.
Do not place the projector in narrow, badly 
 
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ventilated places such as closets or bookshelves.
Do not place the projector on cloth or papers, as 
 
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these materials could be drawn into the air inlet 
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Information
Do not place your hands or other objects 
close to the air outlet port.
Doing so will cause burns or damage your hands or 
other objects.
Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not 
 
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place your hands or face, or objects which cannot 
withstand heat close to this port.
Do not look into or touch the lights emitted from the lens while the projector is being used.
Doing so can cause burns or loss of sight.
Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. Do 
 
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not look or place your hands directly into this light.
Be especially careful not to let young children look 
 
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into the lens. In addition, turn off the power and 
disconnect the power plug when you are away from 
the projector.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector.
Doing so will cause fire or electric shocks.
Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects  
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into the projector or drop them onto the projector.
Never attempt to remodel or disassemble 
the projector.
High voltages can cause fire or electric shocks.
For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please 
contact an Authorized Service Center.
Do not use the projector while the projection 
lens cap is still attached to the projection lens.
If this is not observed, the lens cap will be damaged 
and fire will occur.
ACCESSORIES
 
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Do not use or handle the batteries improperly, 
and refer to the following.
Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to 
leak, overheat, explode or catch fire.
Do not use unspecified batteries.
 
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Use manganese batteries or alkaline batteries.
 
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Do not dissemble dry cell batteries.
 
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Do not heat the batteries or place them into water 
 
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or fire.
Do not allow the + and − terminals of the batteries 
 
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to come into contact with metallic objects such as 
necklaces or hairpins.
Do not store batteries together with metallic objects. 
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Store the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them 
 
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away from metallic objects.
Make sure the polarities (+ and −) are correct when 
 
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inserting the batteries.
Do not use a new battery together with an old 
 
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battery or mix different types of batteries.
Do not use batteries with the outer cover peeling 
 
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away or removed.
Remove the empty batteries from the remote 
 
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control at once.
Insulate the battery using tape or something similar 
 
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before disposal.
Do not allow children to reach the batteries.
The battery can cause death by suffocation if 
 
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swallowed.
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.
 
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If the battery fluid leaks, do not touch it with 
bare hands, and take the following measures 
if necessary.
Battery fluid on your skin or clothing could result in 
 
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skin inflammation or injury.
Rinse with clean water and seek medical advice 
immediately.
Battery fluid coming in contact with your eyes could 
 
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result in loss of sight.
In this case, do not rub your eyes. Rinse with clean 
water and seek medical advice immediately.
Do not disassemble the lamp unit.
If the lamp breaks, it could cause injury.
Lamp replacement
The lamp has high internal pressure. If improperly handled, 
an explosion and severe injury or accidents will result.
Replacement of the lamp should be carried out by a 
 
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qualified technician.
The lamp can easily explode if struck against hard 
 
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objects or dropped.
Before replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect 
 
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the power plug from the wall outlet.
Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not 
done.
When replacing the lamp, allow it to cool for at least 
 
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one hour before handling it otherwise it can cause 
burns.
Do not allow infants or pets to touch the remote control unit.
Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of 
 
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infants and pets after using it.
CAUTION
POWER
 
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When disconnecting the power cord, hold 
the plug, not the cord.
If the power cord itself is pulled, the cord will become 
damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric 
shocks will result.
When not using the projector for an 
extended period of time, disconnect the 
power plug from the wall outlet and remove  the batteries from the remote control.
Disconnect the power plug from the wall  outlet before carrying out any cleaning.
Electric shocks can result if this is not done. 
						

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Important  
InformationON USE/INSTALLATION
 
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Do not put your weight on this projector.
You could fall or the projector could break, and injury 
will result.
Be especially careful not to let young children stand 
 
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or sit on the projector.
Do not place the projector in extremely hot 
locations.
Doing so will cause the outer casing or internal 
components to deteriorate, or result in fire.
Take particular care in locations exposed to direct 
 
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sunlight or near stoves.
Always disconnect all cables before moving 
the projector.
Moving the projector with cables still attached can 
damage the cables, which will cause fire or electric 
shocks to occur.
ACCESSORIES
 
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Do not use the old lamp unit.
If used, it could cause lamp explosion.
If the lamp has broken, ventilate the room 
immediately. Do not touch or bring your face  close to the broken pieces.
Failure to observe this will cause the user to absorb 
the gas which was released when the lamp broke and 
which contains nearly the same amount of mercury as 
fluorescent lamps, and the broken pieces will cause 
injury.
If you believe that you have absorbed the gas or that the 
gas has got into your eyes or mouth, seek medical advice 
immediately.
Ask your dealer about replacing the lamp unit and check 
the inside of the projector.
Do not place your hands in the openings beside the optical lens, while shifting the lens.
Failure to observe this could cause injury.
Do not use projectors with the adjustable  feet or lens unit cover removed.
If this not observed, the sets will not operate correctly 
or accidents will result.
Cautions when transporting 
When transporting the projector or carrying it around, 
make sure that the lens cap  is always in place, and 
remove the lens. Please take care to keep them away 
from vibration and impacts, both the projector and 
the lens are precision-made and easily susceptible to 
damage.
When transporting the projector, the adjuster legs must 
be housed and do not hold them. Please securely hold 
only its bottom and none of its other parts or surfaces 
as this will result in malfunctions.
Cautions when installing
Do not use under the following 
 
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conditions.
Do not set up the projector outdoors.
 
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The projector is designed for indoor use only.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to 
 
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vibration or shocks.
If the projector is installed in a place where 
vibrations are transmitted or mounted in a car or a 
vessel, vibrations or impacts will result in damage to 
the internal parts, causing failure. Install the product 
in a place free from vibrations and impacts.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to 
 
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sudden temperature changes, such as near an 
air conditioner or lighting equipment.
Failure to observe this will result in malfunctions or 
the lamp life will be shortened.
See “TEMP indicator” on page 25.
Avoid setting up in places which are near high-
 
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voltage power lines or near motors.
The product will be exposed to interference if it is 
installed in the vicinity of high-voltage electrical 
power lines  or power sources.
Do not install the projector at elevations higher 
 
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than 2 700 m (8 858 ft) above sea level.
If using this projector at high elevations 1 400 - 
2 700 m (4 593 - 8 858 ft) above sea level, set the  
HIGH ALTITUDE MODE to ON.
Failure to observe this will result in malfunctions 
or the lamp life or life of other components will be 
shortened.
Be sure to ask a specialized 
 
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technician when installing the 
product to a ceiling.
If the product is to be installed hanging from the ceiling, 
purchase an optional hanging attachment (For high 
ceilings: Model No. ET-PKE1000S, For low ceilings: 
Model No. ET-PKE2000). Please call a specialized 
technician or contact an Authorized Service Center for 
installation.
Be sure to put on the lens unit cover  
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after installing the projection lens.
If this not done, dust will collect inside the projector and 
problems with the projector can result.
Lens Focus
 
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Do not adjust the lens focus in the initial period after 
switching the projector on. The high clarity projector 
lens is thermally affected by the light from the light 
source, making the focus unstable in the period just 
after switching on. Please allow a warm-up time before 
adjusting the lens focus. 
						

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Important  
Information
Cautions on use
In order to get the picture quality
 
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Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any 
lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light 
from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
Depending on where the projector is used, air exhaust 
vents or the warm air from air conditioning can cause a 
shimmering effect on the screen. For this reason, take 
care not to shield the air exhaust vents and consider 
the direction of the air flowing from air conditioning.
Do not adjust the lens focus in the initial period 
 
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(within approx. 30 minutes) after switching the 
projector on.
Do not touch the surface of the 
 
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projector lens with your bare hand.
If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from fingerprints 
or anything else, this will be magnified and projected 
onto the screen. Cover the lens with the lens cap when 
the projector is not used.
The projector has a high pressure 
 
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mercury lamp that is characterized as follows:
The brightness of the lamp will decrease over time.
 
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The lamp may explode or shorten the lamp life by 
 
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shocks or chipping damage.
In rare cases, it may burst shortly after the first use.
 
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The possibility of its bursting increases when the 
 
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lamp is used beyond the replacement time.
If the lamp bursts, gas inside the lamp is released 
 
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in the form of smoke.
The life of a mercury lamp varies according to the 
 
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individual difference or conditions of use.
In particular, turning the power on and off frequently 
 
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and/or repeatedly as well as continuous use for 
12 hours will greatly affect the life cycle. Provide a 
lamp for replacement in advance.
Connection to external device
 
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When connecting the projector to a computer or 
external device, use the power cord supplied with the 
corresponding device and a commercially available 
shielded interface cable.
Optical components
 
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It may be necessary to replace the optical components 
such as liquid crystal panels and polarizing plates 
in less than 1 year if using the projector in a high 
temperature environment or in a very dusty, oily smoke 
or tobacco smoke environment. For more details, 
please contact your dealer.
Liquid crystal panel
 
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Do not project the same image for long periods of 
time, as this may remain as an afterimage on the liquid 
crystal panel. Display the white screen test pattern 
for more than an hour to remove it. See the functional 
instructions that is in the provided CD-ROM.
Cleaning and maintenance
Ask an Authorized Service Center 
 
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to clean the inside of the projector 
at least once a year.
If dust is left to build up inside the projector without 
being cleaned out, it can result in fire or problems 
with operation. It is a good idea to clean the inside of 
the projector before the season when humid weather 
arrives.
Ask your nearest Authorized Service Center to clean 
the projector when required.
Please discuss with the Authorized Service Center 
regarding cleaning costs.
Be sure to remove the power plug from the wall 
 
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outlet before cleaning.
Use soft and dry cloth to clean the cabinet.
 
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Use a soft cloth moistened in warm water to clean 
away oil. Do not use solvents such as benzene, 
thinner, and alcohol, detergents for kitchens, or a 
chemical cloth. If using such solvents, the outer case 
will become deformed, and the paint may peel off.
Do not clean the lens surface with fuzzy or 
 
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dusty cloths.
If dust adheres to the lens, it will be magnified and 
projected on the screen. Use a soft and clean cloth 
to wipe off dust.
Disposal 
When discarding this product, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of 
disposal. 
						

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Important  
InformationAccessories
Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector.
Remote control for
N2QAYB000450Safety cable
TTRA0141
Attachment screw (x1)
Safety cable (x1) Lens cover (x1)
TXFKK01REGZ
(Attached to the projector by default.)
Power cord (x1)
K2CG3FH00019
3 m (9'10  1/8")
CD-ROM (x1)
TXFQB02REGZ
AA batteries for remote control (x2)
TTRA0182
* The protectors for enclosed products, such as a plug 
cover or foam cartons, must be treated properly. * Contact an Authorized Service Center for lost 
accessories.
Power cord secure lock (x1)