Panasonic LCD Projector PT-AX100U Operating Instructions

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LCD Projector
Operating Instructions
Model No. PT-AX100U
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-AX100U
Serial number:
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT 
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 
only 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 cord 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 alert 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 electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of 
the grounding plug.
Do not remove 
						

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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, 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 be 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.
If you use serial port to connect PC for external control of projector, you 
must use optional RS-232C serial interface cable with ferrite core. Any 
unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the 
user’s authority to operate.
Indication based on the German law "Geräte- und Produktsicherheitsgesetz”
Directive 2001/95/EC (Article 5);
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Hagenauer Str. 43 65203 Wiesbaden 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-AX100U
Trade Name:Panasonic
Responsible party: Panasonic North America
Address: One Panasonic Way 4B - 9 Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Telephone number: 1 - 888 - View - PTV (843 - 9788)
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 must 
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 
						

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Contents
JQuick Steps Important Safety Notice .............................. 2
Precautions with regard to safety ............. 6
WARNINGS ........................................................... 6
CAUTIONS............................................................. 8
Before use.................................................... 9
Accessories ............................................................ 9
Cautions when transporting ................................... 9
Cautions when installing ........................................ 9
Cautions on use ................................................... 10
About Your Projector ................................ 11
Remote control ................................................... 11
Projector ............................................................... 12
Setting up................................................... 14
Screen size and throw distance ........................... 14
Projection method ................................................ 15
Front leg adjuster and throwing angle .................. 15
Lens shift and positioning..................................... 16
Connections .............................................. 18
Before connection to the projector....................... 18
Connecting with AV devices................................. 18
Connecting with HDMI/PC ................................... 18
Switching the projector on/off ................. 19
Power cord ........................................................... 19
POWER indicator ................................................. 19
Switching on the projector .................................... 20
Switching off the projector .................................... 20
Projecting an image .................................. 21
Selecting the input signal ..................................... 21
Positioning the image ........................................... 21
Remote control operation ........................ 22
Operating range ................................................... 22
Input switching ..................................................... 22
Capturing an image .............................................. 22
Switching the aspect ratio .................................... 23
Switching off the projector automatically .............. 23
Resetting to the factory default settings ............... 23
Turning on the button backlight ............................ 23
Switching the picture mode .................................. 23
Adjusting the image.............................................. 24
Setting your own color profile ............................... 24
2. Connect with other devices
See “Connections” on page 18. 1. Set up your projector
See “Setting up” on page 14.
3. Prepare the Remote control
See “Remote control” on page 11.
4. Start projecting
See “Switching the projector on/off” on 
page 19.
5. Adjust the image
See “Menu Navigation” on page 26.
Preparation
Getting Started
Basic Operation 
						

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Preparation Getting Started Basic Operation Settings Maintenance
Appendix
Menu Navigation........................................26
Navigating through the MENU ..............................26
Main menu ............................................................26
Sub-menu..............................................................27
PICTURE Menu ..........................................28
PICTURE MODE...................................................28
CONTRAST ..........................................................28
BRIGHTNESS .......................................................28
COLOR .................................................................28
TINT ......................................................................29
SHARPNESS ........................................................29
COLOR TEMPERATURE .....................................29
DYNAMIC IRIS......................................................29
LIGHT HARMONIZER ..........................................29
ADVANCED MENU...............................................29
FAVOURITE SAVE ...............................................30
FAVOURITE LOAD ...............................................30
SIGNAL MODE .....................................................30
POSITION Menu .........................................31
H - POSITION .......................................................31
V - POSITION .......................................................31
DOT CLOCK .........................................................31
CLOCK PHASE.....................................................31
ASPECT ................................................................32
WSS ......................................................................33
OVER SCAN .........................................................33
KEYSTONE...........................................................33
AUTO SETUP .......................................................33
OPTION Menu ............................................34
INPUT GUIDE .......................................................34
OSD DESIGN........................................................34
OSD POSITION ....................................................34
BACK COLOR.......................................................34
STARTUP LOGO ..................................................34
AUTO SEARCH ....................................................34
HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL...........................................34
INSTALLATION.....................................................35
SLEEP...................................................................35
ALTITUDE .............................................................35
LAMP POWER ......................................................35
LAMP RUNTIME ...................................................35
TEST PATTERN ...................................................35
TEMP and LAMP Indicators ..................... 36
Controlling alerts .................................................. 36
Care and Replacement ............................. 37
Before cleaning .................................................... 37
Cleaning your projector ........................................ 37
Before replacing the Lamp unit ............................ 38
When to replace the Lamp unit ............................ 38
Replacing the lamp unit ........................................ 39
Troubleshooting ........................................ 40
Technical Information ............................... 41
List of compatible signals ..................................... 41
Serial terminal ...................................................... 42
Menu structure ..................................................... 45
Specifications............................................ 46
Dimensions ................................................ 48
Trademark acknowledgements................ 49
Index ........................................................... 50
SettingsMaintenance
Appendix 
						

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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 which is not 
strong enough to take the full weight of the 
projector.
 If the installation location is not strong enough, it may 
fall down or tip over, and severe injury or damage 
could result.
Installation work (such as ceiling suspension) 
should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
 If installation is not carried out correctly, there is the 
danger that injury or electric shocks may occur.
 Do not use other than an authorized ceiling mount 
bracket.
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, 
or if the projector is dropped or the cabinet is 
broken, disconnect the power cord plug from the 
wall outlet.
 Continued use of the projector in this condition may 
result in fire or electric shocks.
 Contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs.
Do not overload the wall outlet.
 If the power supply is overloaded (for example, by 
using too many adapters), overheating may occur 
and fire may result.
Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.
 High voltages can cause fire or electric shocks.
 For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, 
please contact an Authorized Service Center.
Clean the power cord plug regularly to prevent it 
from becoming covered in dust.
 If dust builds up on the power cord plug, the resulting 
humidity can damage the insulation, which could 
result in fire. Pull the power cord plug out from the 
wall outlet and wipe it with a dry cloth.
 If not using the projector for an extended period of 
time, pull the power cord plug out from the wall 
outlet.Do not do anything that might damage the power 
cord or the power cord plug.
 Do not damage the power cord, make any 
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.
 If the power cord is used while damaged, electric 
shocks, short-circuits or fire may result.
 Ask an Authorized Service Center to carry out any 
repairs to the power cord that might be necessary.
Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.
 Failure to observe this may result in electric shocks.
Insert the power cord plug securely into the wall 
outlet.
 If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or 
overheating could result.
 Do not use plugs which are damaged or wall outlets 
which are coming loose from the wall.
Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which 
are unstable.
 If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is 
sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and 
injury or damage could result.
Do not place the projector into water or let it become 
wet.
 Failure to observe this may result in fire or electric 
shocks.
Do not place the projector on soft materials such as 
carpets or sponge mats.
 Doing so may cause the projector to overheat, which 
can cause burns, fire or damage to the projector.
Do not place liquid containers on top of the 
projector.
 If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire 
or electric shocks could result.
 If any water gets inside the projector, contact an 
Authorized Service Center.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector.
 Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects 
into the projector or drop them onto the projector, as 
doing so can result in fire or electric shocks.
Do not allow the + and - terminals of the batteries to 
come into contact with metallic objects such as 
necklaces or hairpins.
 Failure to observe this may cause the batteries to 
leak, overheat, explode or catch fire.
 Store the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them 
away from metallic objects.
WARNINGS 
						

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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 light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If 
you look directly into this light, it can hurt and 
damage your eyes.
 Be especially careful not to let young children look 
into the lens. In addition, turn off the power and 
disconnect the power cord plug when you are away 
from the projector.
Do not place your hands or other objects close to 
the air outlet port.
 Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not 
place your hands or face, or objects which cannot 
withstand heat close to this port [allow at least 
10 cm (4") of space], otherwise burns or damage 
could result.Replacement of the lamp is better to be carried out 
by a qualified technician.
 The lamp has high internal pressure. If improperly 
handled, explosion might result.
 The lamp can easily become damaged if struck 
against hard objects or dropped, and injury or 
malfunctions may result.
When replacing the lamp, allow it to cool for at least 
one hour before handling it.
 The lamp cover gets very hot, and touching it can 
cause burns.
Before replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect 
the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
 Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not 
done.
Do not allow infants or pets to touch the remote 
control unit.
 The accessory remote control unit can be used to 
operate not only the projector but also other 
appliances such as air conditioners and electrical 
device by programing them using the learning 
function. If the remote control unit operated 
inappropriately, fire or injury may result.
 Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of 
infants and pets after using it. 
						

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Preparation
Do not cover the air inlet port or the air outlet port.
 Doing so may cause the projector to overheat, which 
can cause fire or damage to the projector.
 Do not place the projector in narrow, badly ventilated 
places such as closets or bookshelves.
 Do not place the projector on cloth or papers, as 
these materials could be drawn into the air inlet port.
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.
 Using the projector under such conditions may result 
in fire, electric shocks or plastic deterioration. The 
plastic deterioration may cause the falling down of 
the projector which is mounted in the ceiling.
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 may result.
Always disconnect all cables before moving the 
projector.
 Moving the projector with cables still attached can 
damage the cables, which could cause fire or electric 
shocks to occur.
Do not place any heavy objects on top of the 
projector.
 Failure to observe this may cause the projector to 
become unbalanced and fall, which could result in 
damage or injury.
Do not short-circuit, heat or disassemble the 
batteries or place them into water or fire.
 Failure to observe this may cause the batteries to 
overheat, leak, explode or catch fire, and burns or 
other injury may result.
When inserting the batteries, make sure the 
polarities (+ and -) are correct.
 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.
Use only the specified batteries.
 If incorrect batteries are used, they may explode or 
leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery 
compartment and surrounding area may result.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 
time, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall 
outlet.
 If dust builds up on the power cord plug, the resulting 
humidity may damage the insulation, which could 
result in fire.
Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet 
as a safety precaution before carrying out any 
cleaning.
 Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
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 may 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 
may 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 the replacement of the lamp 
unit and check the inside of the projector.
Ask an Authorized Service Center to clean inside 
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 for 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.
We are constantly making efforts to preserve and maintain a clean environment. Please take non repairable 
units back to your dealer or a recycling company.
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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.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to 
vibration or shocks.
 The internal parts can be damaged, which may 
cause malfunctions or accidents.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to 
sudden temperature changes, such as near an air 
conditioner.
 The life of the lamp may be shortened or the 
projector may be turned off. See “TEMP indicator” on 
page 36.
Do not set up the projector near high-voltage power 
lines or near motors.
 The projector may be subject to electromagnetic 
interference.If installing the projector to the ceiling, ask a 
qualified technician to carry out all installation 
work.
 You will need to purchase the separate installation kit 
(Model No. ET-PKX100). Furthermore, all installation 
work should only be carried out by a qualified 
technician.
If using this projector at high elevations 
(above 1 400 m), set the ALTITUDE to HIGH. See 
“ALTITUDE” on page 35.
 Failure to observe this may result in malfunctions or 
the life of the lamp or the other components may be 
shortened.
Accessories
Remote control (N2QAYB000064 x 1) AA batteries for Remote control (x 2)
Power cord for continental Europe (K2CG3FR00001 x 1)
Cautions when transporting
Cautions when installing 
						

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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 cover.
Screen
 Do not apply any volatile substances which may 
cause discoloration to the screen, and do not let it 
become dirty or damaged.Lamp
 The lamp may need to be replaced earlier due to 
variables such as individual lamp characteristics, 
usage conditions and the installation environment, 
especially when the projector is subjected to 
continuous use for more than 10 hours or the power 
is frequently turned on and off.
Liquid crystal panel
 Do not project the same image for long periods of 
time, as this may remain as an afterimage on the 
liquid crystal panel.
 The liquid crystal panel of the projector is built with 
very high precision technology to provide fine picture 
details. Occasionally, a few stuck pixels may appear 
on the screen as fixed points of blue, green or red. 
Please note that this does not affect the performance 
of your LCD.
Cautions on use