Panasonic LCD Projector PT-AR100U Operating Instructions

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CAUTION:
POWER
 
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When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and po\
wer connector.
If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead 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.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electric...

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Trademarks
VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
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SVGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
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HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing 
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LLC. 
The font used in the on-screen displays is a Ricoh bitmap font, which is manufactured and sold by Ricoh Company , Ltd.
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Other names,...

Precautions for use
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Be sure to use the projector after removing the packaging material, such\
 as 
 
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the fastening tapes and protective sheet.
Take proper care when disposing of the removed packaging material.
Cautions when transporting
Ensure that the supplied lens cover is attached when transporting.
 
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Hold the bottom of the projector when transporting.
 
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Do not transport with the front adjustable feet extended. Doing so may result in damage to the front...

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■ Installation precautions 
Do not stack projectors.
 
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Do not cover the projector’s air intake port or air exhaust port.
 
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Install the projector so that cold air or hot air from air conditioners does not come in to direct contact with the air intake port 
 
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or air exhaust port. 
 
100 mm  (4") or more
Air intake portAir intake port
Air exhaust port 100 mm  (4") or more
100 mm  (4") or more
 
z Do not install the projector in an...

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Cautions on use
In order to view clear video images
 
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Clear, high contrast video can be viewed when curtains are closed and lights near the screen are extinguished in 
 
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order to stop light from reaching the screen.
In some rare cases, depending on the usage environment a “flickering” may appear on the screen due to the 
 
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effects of air from the exhaust port or hot/cold air from air conditioners. Do not set up this projector in a situation...

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Important 
InformationAccessories
Please confirm that the items displayed below are included.
Wireless remote control unit: 1
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About your projector
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Introduction
Attention
Do not drop the remote control.
 
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Avoid contact with liquids or moisture.
 
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Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the remote control.
 
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Note
Pressing buttons on the remote control when button lights is set to on illuminates the button lights.  
 
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Button lights dim if no actions are carried out after approximately 5 seconds, and then extinguish if no actions are carried 
out after a further 5 seconds.
When pointed directly at the receiver...

About your projector
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Introduction
Projector body
Attention
Ensure that there are no build ups of dirt on the air intake and exhaust ports.
 
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Temperature indicator
Lamp indicator
Power indicator
Control panel
Lens shift cover
Lens shift lever
When the lens shift 
cover is closed
Opening the lens shift 
cover
Press the cover and 
slide.
Air exhaust port
Remote control signal receiver
Projection lens
Top and front view
 
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Attention
Do not place your hands or objects close to the exhaust...

About your projector
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Introduction
 
Main power
Switch the projector on/off.
Connecting 
terminals
Air intake port
Back and bottom view
 
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Security slot
The security slot is compatible with the   
Kensington MicroSaver Security System.
Front adjustable 
feet
Screw up/down to 
adjust the projection 
angle.
AC IN
Connect the 
power cord 
included.
Connecting terminals
 
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SERIAL
Terminal for controlling the 
projector using a computer.
HDMI IN
Connect HDMI 
signal cables.
COMPUTER IN
Terminal...

Setting up
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Getting Started
Setting up
Projection method
You can use any of the following 4 projection methods. Select a projection method suitable for the position of the 
projector. 
For projection method settings, see [PROJECTION METHOD] in the [OPTION] menu. (
 page 64)
Setting on a desk/floor and projecting 
 
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from front  
Menu Method
[PROJECTION  METHOD] [FRONT/DESK]
Setting on a desk/floor and 
 
 
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projecting from rear  
(using a translucent screen)
Menu Method
[PROJECTION...