Panasonic LCD Projector PT-EX16KE PT-EX16KU Operating Instructions

							LCD Projector  Commercial Use
Operating Instructions
Projector Operations
Model No.	PT-EX16KE
	 PT-EX16KU
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
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■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual 
for future use.
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■ Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” (
 pages 2 to 10).
For information on using the product via a network, refer to “Operating Instructions–Network 
Operations”.
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The projection lens is sold separately.  
						

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Important 
Information
Read this first!
Information
WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
WARNING:   T o prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain 
or moisture.
Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3. GSGV, January 18, 1991: The sound pressure level at the operator 
position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779.
WARNING:
1.  
Remove the plug from the mains socket when this unit 
 is not in use for a prolonged period of time.
2.
   
T
 o prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified 
service personnel.
3.
   
Do not remove the earthin
 g pin on the mains plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three prong 
earthingtype mains plug. This plug will only fit an earthing-type mains socket. This is a safety feature. If you 
are unable to insert the plug into the mains socket, contact an electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of the 
earthing plug.
WARNING:
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case 
the user may be required to take adequate measures.
CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions, which include using 
the provided power cord and shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral 
device. 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.
EEE  Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.
EEE  Complies with Directive of Turkey.
WARNING:
TURN OFF THE UV LAMP BEFORE OPENING THE LAMP COVER
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT 
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING:RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
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 (USA and Canada)
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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Information
FCC NOTICE (USA)
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: 
 
PT
 -EX16KU/PT-EX16KE
Trade Name: 
 
Panasonic
Responsible Party: 

 
Panasonic Corporation of North 
 America
Address:
 
One Panasonic W
 ay, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Telephone number: 
 
(877)803-8492
E-mail: 

 
[email protected]
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.
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized 
modifications.
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class  A digital device, pursuant 
to part 15 of the FCC  Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.  This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction 
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential 
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at 
his own expense.
NOTIFICATION (Canada)
This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING (USA and Canada)
■z Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data 
Processing Equipment, 
ANSI/NFPA 75.
■zFor permanently connected equipment, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the 
building installation wiring.
■zFor pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily 
accessible.
NOTICE U.S.A. only:
■zThis product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains mercury
. Dispose may be regulated 
in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit 
Panasonic website: http://www

.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149. 
						

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Information
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only)
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse 
is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating 
of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark 
 or the BSI mark  on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you 
lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover 
can be purchased from an Authorised Service Center.
If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the mains socket in your home, then the fuse should be 
removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the 
cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below .
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING:
 
THIS 

APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:
 
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green - and - 

Yellow:  
Earth
Blue:

 
Neutral
Brown:

 
Live
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings 
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured GREEN - 

AND - YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the 
plug which is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol 
 or coloured GREEN or GREEN - 
AND - YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked 
with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is 
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.
13A250V BS1363/A
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WARNING:
■„ POWER
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.
■z
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector

, cut off the power supply.
■zIf the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken, cut of

f the power supply.
■zIf you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming from the projector
, cut of

f 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.
■zDo 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.
Ask an Authorized Service Center to carry out any repairs to the power cord that might be necessary.
Completely insert the power plug into the wall outlet and the power connector into the projector terminal.
If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or overheating will result.
■zDo not use plugs which are damaged or wall outlets which are coming loose from the wall.
Do not use anything other than the provided power cord.
Failure to observe this will result in fire or electric shocks.
Clean the power plug regularly to prevent it from becoming covered in dust.
Failure to observe this will cause a fire.
■z If dust builds up on the power plug, the resulting humidity can damage the insulation.
■zIf not using the projector for an extended period of 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.
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ON USE/INSTALLATION
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. 
						

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Important 
InformationWARNING:
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 .
■zDo not place the projector in narrow

, badly ventilated places such as closets or bookshelves.
■zDo not place the projector on cloth or papers, as these materials could be drawn into the air inlet port.
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.
■z 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.
Do not look and place your skin into the lights emitted from the lens while the projector is being used.
Doing so can cause burns or loss of sight.
■z Strong light is emitted from the projector

’s lens. Do not look or place your hands directly into this light.
■zBe especially careful not to let young children look into the lens. In addition, turn of
f the power and 
disconnect the power plug when you are away from the projector

.
Never attempt to remodel or disassemble the projector.
High voltages can cause fire or electric shocks.
■z For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact an 
Authorized Service Center

.
Do not project an image with the lens cover attached.
Doing so can cause fire.
Do not allow metal objects, flammable objects, or liquids to enter inside of the projector . Do not allow 
the projector to get wet.
Doing so may cause short circuits or overheating, and result in fire, electric shock, or malfunction of the 
projector.
■z Do not place containers of liquid or metal objects near the projector
.
■zIf liquid enters inside of the projector

, consult your dealer.
■zParticular attention must be paid to children.
Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic.
Defects in the ceiling mount bracket will result in falling accidents.
■z Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down.
Be sure to ask authorized personnel or your supplier when mounting the product to a ceiling. 
This requires an optional ceiling mount bracket. 
Product No.: ET

-PKE16H (for high ceilings), ET-PKE16S (for low ceilings), ET-PKE16B (for projector)
Installation work (such as ceiling mount bracket) 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.
■z Do not use anything other than an authorized ceiling mount bracket.
■zBe sure to use the provided accessory wire with an eye bolt as an extra safety measure to prevent the 
projector from falling down. (Install in a dif

ferent location to the ceiling mount bracket.)
■zWhen attaching or replacing a lens, consult the technical staf

f or service personnel at a specialist dealer for 
safety. Do not attempt to attach or replace the lens by yourself. 
						

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Information
WARNING:
■„ ACCESSORIES
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.
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Do not use unspecified batteries.
■zUse manganese or alkaline batteries but not rechargeable batteries.
■zDo not disassemble dry cell batteries.
■zDo not heat the batteries or place them into water or fire.
■zDo not allow the + and - terminals of the batteries to come into contact with metallic objects such as 
necklaces or hairpins.
■z Do not store batteries together with metallic objects.
■zStore the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them away from metallic objects.
■zMake sure the polarities (+ and -) are correct when inserting the batteries.
■zDo not use a new battery together with an old battery or mix dif
ferent types of batteries.
■zDo not use batteries with the outer cover peeling away or removed.
Do not allow children to reach the batteries (AAA/R03/LR03).
■z The battery can cause personal injury if swallowed.
■zIf swallowed, seek medical advice immediately

.
If the battery fluid leaks, do not touch it with bare hands, and take the following measures if necessary .
■zBattery fluid on your skin or clothing could result in skin inflammation or injury
.
Rinse with clean water and seek medical advice immediately

.
■zBattery fluid coming in contact with your eyes could 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.
■z The lamp can easily explode if struck against hard objects or dropped.
■zBefore replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not done.
■zWhen replacing the lamp, turn the power of

f and allow it to cool for at least 60 minutes before handling it 
otherwise it can cause burns.
Do not allow infants or pets to touch the remote control unit.
■z Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of infants and pets after using it.
Do not use the supplied power cord with devices other than this projector .
■zUsing the supplied power cord with devices other than this projector may cause short circuits or 
overheating, and result in electric shock or fire.
Remove the depleted batteries from the remote control promptly

.
■zLeaving them in the unit may result in fluid leakage, overheating, or explosion of the batteries. 
						

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Important 
InformationCAUTION:
■„ POWER
When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power 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.
Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet before carrying out any cleaning and replacing the unit.
Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
■„ ON USE/INSTALLATION
Do not put your weight on this projector.
You could fall or the projector could break, and injury will result.
■z
Be especially careful not to let young children stand 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.
■z T

ake particular care in locations exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves.
Do not place your hands in the openings beside the optical lens, while shifting the lens.
Failure to observe this could cause injury.
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
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.
■z
If you believe that you have absorbed the gas or that the gas has got into your eyes or mouth, seek 
medical advice immediately

.
■zAsk your dealer about replacing the lamp unit and check the inside of the projector
.
Do not reuse the air filter unit.
Doing so may result in malfunctions.
Do not clean the air filter unit with water

.
Doing so may result in malfunctions.
■z Be careful not to wet the air filter unit.
Ask your dealer about cleaning the inside the projector once a year .
Continuous use while dust is accumulated inside the projector may result in fire.
■z For cleaning fee, ask your dealer

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Important 
InformationTo remove the battery
Remote Control Battery
1. Press the guide and lift the cover.
(ii)(i)
2. Remove the batteries.
Brazil Only
Brasil Apenas
■„ Manuseio de baterias usadas
BRASIL
Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão 
ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial 
ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada.
Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa 
destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor , romper 
a blindagem e produzir fogo.
Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a 
garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor , ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo 
devido ao curto circuito dos terminais.
Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem ficar expostas a temperaturas superiores a 100
  °C 
(212
 
°F). O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta,
danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao 
curto circuito dos terminais provocado internamente.
Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada com bastante 
água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico.
■„ Remoção das baterias
1. Pressione a guia e levante a tampa.
(ii)(i)
2. Remova as baterias. 
						

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Trademarks
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■HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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Other names, company names or product names used in these operating instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks 
of their respective holders. 
Please note that the operating instructions do not include the ® and  TM symbols.
Illustrations in these operating instructions
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Note that illustrations of the projector and screens may dif
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Page references
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In these instructions, references to pages are indicated as: ( page 00).
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In these instructions, the “Wireless/wired remote control unit” accessories are referred to as the “Remote control”.