Panasonic LCD Projector PT-EX16KE PT-EX16KU Operating Instructions

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High clarity and high 
contrast image
 Image quality of high clarity with 
16   000 lumens and high contrast 
with 2
  500:1.
More flexible setup
 Allows installation of vertically 360° direction. Equipped with the electric 
lens shift function that enables 
vertical and horizontal positioning 
adjustment as well as test patterns. 
Also, you can use lights for the 
control panel and connection 
terminals. In addition, you can 
choose one from nine types of 
optional lenses.
High reliability and 
maintainability
 Equipped with auto-switchable four lamps that enable continuous 
projecting when a lamp has been 
worn out. The air filter and smoke 
cut filter (optional) block dust and 
smoke and keep clear images and 
long life of the projector.
For details, see the corresponding pages.
1. Set up your projector .   
( page 24)
2. Connect with external 
devices. (
 page 26)
3. Connect the power cord.   
( page 31)
4. Power on.  
(
 page 33)
5. Select the input signal. 
(
 page 35)
6. Adjust the image.  
( page 35)    
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							Contents
12 - ENGLISH
Important 
Information
Preparation
Getting Started
Basic Operation
Settings
Maintenance
Appendix
ContentsBe sure to read “Read this first!”. (  pages 2 to 10)
Important Information
Read this first! .
................................................ 2
Precautions for use
 .
 ..................................... 14
Cautions when transporting . ...................................... 14
Cautions when installing
 .
 ........................................... 14
Security
 .

...................................................................... 15
Disposal
 .

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Cautions on use
 .

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Accessories
 .

............................................................... 17
Optional accessories
 .

................................................. 18
Preparation
About your projector . ................................... 19
Remote control ........................................................... 19
Projector body
 .
 ........................................................... 20
Using the remote control  . ........................... 23
Inserting and removing the batteries . ........................ 23
Setting remote control numbers
 .
 ............................... 23
Using the remote control as a wired remote control ... 23
Getting Started
Setting up ....................................................... 24
Attaching the lens . ...................................................... 24
Projection method
 .
 ..................................................... 24
Installation options (optional)
 .

.................................... 25
Adjustable feet
 .

........................................................... 25
Connections ................................................... 26
Before connecting to the projector . ........................... 26
Connecting example: Computers
 .
 ............................. 26
Connecting example: AV equipment
 .

........................ 27
Tying up the cables using cable ties
 .

......................... 28
Installing an input module (optional)  . ....... 29
Installing an input module  ......................................... 29
List of compatible signals
 .
 .......................................... 30
Connection of signal to input module
 .

....................... 30
Basic Operation
Powering on/off ............................................. 31
Connecting the power cord . ....................................... 31
Power indicator 
 .
 ......................................................... 32
Powering on the projector
 .

......................................... 33
Making adjustments and selections
 .

......................... 33
Powering off the projector
 .

......................................... 34
Direct power off function
 .

........................................... 34
Power management function . .................................... 34
Projecting ....................................................... 35
Selecting the input signal . .......................................... 35
Adjusting the image
 .
 ................................................... 35
Using the remote control . ............................ 37
Using the shutter function .......................................... 37
Using the freeze function
 .
 .......................................... 37
Switching the input signal
 .

......................................... 37
Correcting the keystone effect
 .

.................................. 38
Selecting picture quality mode
 .

.................................. 38
Adjusting picture quality
 .

............................................ 39
Screen button
 .

............................................................ 39
Displaying a timer for presentations
 .

......................... 39
Checking the settings
 .

................................................ 39
Settings
Menu navigation ............................................ 40
Navigating through menu . .......................................... 40
Main menu
 .
 ................................................................. 41
Sub menu
 .

.................................................................. 41
[Input] menu . .................................................. 44
[Input 1] ....................................................................... 44
[Input 2]
 .

...................................................................... 44
[System]
 .

..................................................................... 45
[PC adjust] menu . .......................................... 46
[Auto PC adj.] ............................................................. 46
[Fine sync]
 .
 ................................................................. 46
[Total dots]
 .

.................................................................. 46
[Position H]
 .

................................................................ 46
[Position V]
 .

................................................................. 47
[Current mode]
 .

.......................................................... 47
[Clamp]
 .

....................................................................... 47
[Display area H]
 .

......................................................... 47
[Display area V]
 .

......................................................... 47
[Reset]
 .

........................................................................ 48
[Mode free]
 .

................................................................. 48
[Store].......................................................................... 48
[Image select] menu . .................................... 49
Adjusting the picture quality  . ..................................... 49
[Image adjust] menu ..................................... 50
[Contrast] .................................................................... 50
[Brightness]
 .

................................................................ 50
[Color].......................................................................... 50
[Tint]
 .

........................................................................... 50
[Color management]
 .

................................................. 51 
						

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Important 
Information
Preparation
Getting Started
Basic Operation
Settings
Maintenance
Appendix
[Color temp.] . .............................................................. 52
White balance ([Red]/[Green]/[Blue])
 .
 ....................... 52
[Offset]
 .

........................................................................ 52
[Auto picture control]
 .

................................................. 52
[Advanced color]
 .

........................................................ 52
[Sharpness]
 .

............................................................... 53
[Gamma]
 .

.................................................................... 53
[Noise reduction]
 .

....................................................... 53
[Progressive]
 .

.............................................................. 53
[Reset]
 .

........................................................................ 53
[Store].......................................................................... 54
[Screen] menu . .............................................. 55
[Normal] ...................................................................... 55
[Full]............................................................................. 55
[Wide(16:9)]
 .

............................................................... 55
[Zoom]
 .

........................................................................ 55
[True]
 .

.......................................................................... 55
[Custom]
 .

.................................................................... 56
[Custom adj.]
 .

............................................................. 56
[Digital zoom +]
 .

.......................................................... 56
[Digital zoom -]
 .

........................................................... 57
[Keystone]
 .

.................................................................. 57
[Ceiling]
 .

...................................................................... 58
[Rear]
 .

......................................................................... 58
[Reset]
 .

........................................................................ 58
[Setting] menu . .............................................. 59
[Language] .................................................................. 59
[Menu position]
 .
 .......................................................... 59
[Display]
 .

..................................................................... 59
[Background]
 .

............................................................. 60
[Lamp select]
 .

............................................................. 60
[Lamp power]
 .

............................................................. 60
[Lamp interval]
 .

........................................................... 61
[Edge blending]
 .

......................................................... 61
[Color matching]
 .

........................................................ 62
[Advanced color matching]
 .

....................................... 63
[HDMI setup]
 .

.............................................................. 65
[Logo]
 .

......................................................................... 66
[Fan control]
 .

............................................................... 67
[Remote control]
 .

........................................................ 67
[RC sensor]
 .

................................................................ 67
[Power management]
 .

................................................ 68
[Direct on]
 .

................................................................... 68
[Security]
 .

.................................................................... 69
[Projector ID]
 .

.............................................................. 70
[Shutter]
 .

..................................................................... 70
[Video delay control]
 .

.................................................. 71
[Closed caption]
 .

......................................................... 72
[Filter counter] ............................................................. 72
[P-timer]
 .
 ..................................................................... 73
[Test pattern]
 .

.............................................................. 74
[Factory default]
 .

......................................................... 74
[Information] menu . ...................................... 75
Confirming the settings and usage state . .................. 75
[Network] menu ............................................. 76
Maintenance
About indicator status . ................................. 77
If an indicator turns on ................................................ 77
Maintenance/replacement . .......................... 83
Before maintaining/replacing the unit . ....................... 83
Maintenance
 .
 .............................................................. 83
Replacing the parts
 .

................................................... 83
Troubleshooting ............................................ 88
Appendix
Technical Information . .................................. 90
Adjusting screens of multiple screen images . ........... 90
Label notifying registration of password
 .
 ................... 93
PJLink
 .

........................................................................ 93
Serial terminal
 .

............................................................ 94
Other terminals
 .

.......................................................... 97
 List of compatible signals
 .

......................................... 99
Specifications .............................................. 102
Dimensions
 .
 ................................................. 104
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards
 .

.......... 105
Notes on attaching the lens
 .

...................... 106
Lens specifications ................................................... 106 
						

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Important 
Information
Precautions for use
Cautions when transporting
 z When transporting the projector
, hold it securely by its carry handle and avoid excessive vibration and impacts 
by such handling as dragging it on the floor. Failure to do so may damage the internal parts and result in 
malfunctions.
 z Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet.
Cautions when installing
■
■ Do not set up the projector outdoors.
The projector is designed for indoor use only.
■
■ Do not use in the following places.
■z
Places where vibration and impacts occur such as in a vehicle or vessel: Doing so may damage the 
internal parts and result in malfunctions.
■zNear the exhaust of an air conditioner or near lights (studio lamps, etc.) where there are large swings in 
temperature (“Operating environment” (
 page 103)): Doing so may shorten the life of the lamp or result in 
deformation of the outer case, which may in turn cause malfunctions.
■z Near high-voltage power lines or near motors: Interference may occur
.
■
■ Be sure to ask a qualified technician or your dealer before installing the 
product on a ceiling.
If the product is to be installed hanging from the ceiling, purchase the optional ceiling mount bracket.
Product No.: ET-PKE16H (for high ceilings), ET-PKE16S (for low ceilings), ET-PKE16B (for projector)
■
■ Do not install the projector at elevations of 2 700 m (8 858 ft) or higher 
above sea level.
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
■
■ Do not use the projector while it is tilted ( page 24).
Using the projector while tilted may shorten the life of the internal parts.
■
■ Cautions when setting up the projectors
■z
Do not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector
.
■zA

void heated and cooled air from the air conditioning system directly blow to the ventilation ports (intake 
and exhaust) of the projector.
■z A

void setting up the projector in a humid or dusty location.
(over 1 m (39) fo\nr each top an\f si\fe)\n
1 m (39)
1 m (39)
1 m (39) 1 m (39)
■zDo not install the projector in a confined space.
When it is necessary to install in a confined space, install an air conditioning or ventilation system for the 
space. If ventilation is insufficient, exhaust heat may accumulate and trigger the protection circuit of the 
projector
. 
						

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Important 
Information
Security
When using this product, implement appropriate security measures to prevent the following: 
■z Personal information being leaked via this product
■zUnauthorized operation of this product by a malicious third party
■zInterference or stopping of this product by a malicious third party
T

ake sufficient security measures. (
 page 69)
■z Make your PIN code as difficult to guess as possible.
■zChange your PIN code periodically

.
■zPanasonic Corporation and its affiliate companies will never ask you directly for your PIN code. If you are 
asked directly

, do not give your PIN code.
■z Be sure to use a secure network with a firewall etc.
■zSet a PIN code and set restrictions on the users who can log in.
Disposal
When disposing of the product, ask your local authority or dealer about the correct methods of disposal.
The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of the used lamp unit, ask your nearest local authorities or dealer 
about proper disposal of the unit.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions or your local disposal rule or guidelines.
Cautions on use
■
■ To achieve a high picture quality
■z
You achieve a high picture quality by drawing curtains or blinds over windows and turning of
f any lights 
near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
■z Depending on the conditions, the picture may wobble due to the heated air from the air exhaust port or 
heated or cooled air from the air conditioner

. 
Take care to ensure that neither the exhaust from the projector or other equipment, nor air from any air 
conditioner blows on the front of the projector.
■z The projection lens is heated by the light from the luminous so

urce, making the focus unstable in the period 
just after switching on. The focus will stabilize after 30 minutes elapsed with the image being projected.
■
■ Do not touch the surface of the projection lens with your bare hands.
If the surface of the lens is contaminated by fingerprints or dirt, this will be magnified and projected onto the 
screen, degrading the picture.
■
■ LCD panel
The LCD panel is precision-made. Note that in rare cases, pixels of high precision could be missing or always 
lit. This is not a malfunction.
When a still image is projected for a long period, the image may burn in to the LCD panel. In this case, project 
the white screen from the test patterns (
 page 74) for at least one hour. Note, however, that it may not always 
be possible to fully eradicate the burned-in image. 
						

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Important 
Information■
■ Optical components
If you are using the projecting a high-temperature environment or an environment which is dusty or full of 
cigarette smoke etc., the replacement cycle for optical components such as the the LCD panel and polarizer 
may reduce to as little as a year. For more information, please consult your dealer.
■
■ Lamp
The projector luminous source is a mercury lamp with high internal pressure.
A high-pressure mercury lamp has the following characteristics.
■z
The brightness of the lamp will decrease with usage time.
■zAn impact, scratch, or deterioration with usage may cause the bulb burst loudly or reduce the service life.
■zThe service life of the lamp varies greatly depending on the individual lamp and usage conditions. In 
particular

, continuous use for periods of 24 hours or longer and frequent on/of f switching of the power 
accelerate deterioration in the lamp and affect the lamp life.
■z In rare cases, the lamp burst shortly after starting the projection.
■zThe risk of bursting increases when the lamp is used beyond its replacement cycle. Make sure to replace 
the lamp unit consistently

. “When to replace the lamp unit” (
 page 85)
■zIf the lamp bursts, gas contained in the lamp is released in a form of smoke.
■zIt is recommend that you store replacement lamp units for contingency
.
■zIt is recommended that you request a qualified technician to replace the lamp unit. Consult your dealer
.

© Panasonic Corporation 2011
This product incorporates the following software:
the software which is developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation.
If you wish to ask any questions as to the software, please contact ([email protected]) by email.
Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)
Panasonic Testing Centre
Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany 
						

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Important 
Information
Accessories
Make sure that the following accessories are provided with your projector .
Accessory (product name) Number
Wireless/wired remote control unit
(6451049049) 1
AAA/R03/LR03 battery (for remote 
control unit) 2
Power cord for PT-EX16KE
(6103580067 and 6103580074) 2
Power cord for PT-EX16KU
(6103580043) 1
Computer cable (for D-sub)
(6103580395) 1
CD-ROM
(6103580487) 1
Operating Instructions–Basic Guide 
(6103567778) 1
Lens lock lever fixing bracket
*1
(6103579818)
 
1
(set)
Spacer
*1
(9103016659)
1
(set)
Lens attachment
*1
(6103531335)
 
1
(set)
Accessory (product name) Number
PIN code label
1
Cable tie
3
Power cord holder, power cord cover
(6103571133)
1
(set)
Light-shielding plate-1
*1
(6103379906)1
(set)
Light-shielding plate-2
*1
(6103370064)1
(set)
Light-shielding plate-3
*1
(6103370224)1
(set)
*1: Used when attaching the lens (optional). ( page 106)
Attention
 z After unpacking the projector

, dispose of the power cord cap and packaging material in an appropriate manner .
 zIf you lose any of the accessories, consult your dealer

.
 zThe product numbers of accessories and separately sold components are subject to change without notice.
 zStore small parts in an appropriate manner

, and keep them away from young children. 
						

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Important 
Information■
■ Contents of CD-ROM  
The following contents are stored on the supplied CD-ROM.
Manual/list (PDF)
Software
■zOperating Instructions–Projector Operations
■zOperating Instructions–Network Operations
■zMulti Projector Monitoring & Control Software 
Operation Manual
■zLogo T

ransfer Software Operation Manual
■z Real Color Manager Pro Software Operation 
Manual
■zList of compatible projector models
–

■
This is a list of projectors that are compatible 
with the software included in the CD-ROM, and 
their restrictions.
■z Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software 
(W

indows)  
–

■
This is software for monitoring and controlling 
multiple projectors connected via a LAN.
■zLogo T

ransfer Software (Windows) 
–
■
This is software to set the projector to project the 
user

’s own company logo etc. on startup.
■zReal Color Manager Pro Software (W

indows)
–
■
This is software for performing color correction 
and gamma correction of the projected image.
Optional accessories
Optional accessories (product name) Product No.
Ceiling mount bracket ET-PKE16H (for high ceilings), ET-PKE16S (for low ceilings),  
ET-PKE16B (for projector)
Replacement lamp unit ET-LAE16
Replacement filter ET-RFE16
Smoke cut filter ET-SFE16 (unit), ET-SRE16 (filter)
Input module ET-MD16SD1
Lens ET-ELW02, ET-ELW03, ET-ELW04, ET-ELW06, ET-ELS02, ET-ELS03,  
ET-ELM01, ET-ELT02, ET-ELT03 
						

							About your projector
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Preparation
About your projector
Remote control
(18)
(3) (2)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(14)
(15)
(16)
(17) (19)
(20)
(7)
(21)
(22)
(23)
(24)
(25)
(1)(1) Remote control signal emitters
(2) Remote control indicator
Flashes by pressing any buttons.
(3)  button Press once to light the control buttons for ten seconds.
(4) Power  button Starts projection when the main power switch on the projector is set to 
 and in the 
standby mode.
(5)  button Opens and closes the shutter. (
 page 37)
(6)  button Displays the menu screen. (
 page 40)
(7) ▲▼◀▶  button
Move the cursor on the on-screen menu and control menus.
Also move the image vertically and horizontally in the digital zoom mode or the real mode.
(8)  button Slides the lens vertically and horizontally to move the position of the projective image 
vertically and horizontally
. (
 page 35)
(9)  button Adjusts the focus. (
 page 36)
(10)  button Adjusts the zoom of the lens. (
 page 36)
(1
1)  button Temporally freezes the projected image. (
 page 37)
(12)  button T
urns on the digital zoom mode.
(13)  button Press the  button to count the time elapsed from the press of the button or 
perform a countdown from the set time. (
 page 39)
(14)  button
Corrects the keystone effect. (
 page 38)
(15)  button Displays state of signals during projection and current settings. (
 page 39)
(16) / switch Set to  when using the remote control.
Set to  when not using the remote control for a long period.
(17) W
ired remote control terminal
When the remote control is used as a wired remote control, connect this terminal on the 
remote control to the  terminal on the projector.
The remote control requires batteries. (
 page 23)
(18) Power  button
Sets the projector to the standby mode when the main power switch on the projector is set 
to 
 and in the projecting mode.
(19)  button Selects the size of the projected image.
If you press the button for at least five seconds, the settings of the [Screen] menu return to 
the factory default settings. (
 page 39)
(20)  button
Automatically adjusts synchronization, total number of dots, horizontal shift, and vertical 
shift. (
 page 46)
(21)  button Selects item indicated by the cursor on the on-screen menu.
Also used to expand and contract the image in the digital zoom mode. (
 page 40)
(22)  button
Displays the [Image adjust] menu to adjust the image. (
 page 34)
(23)  button Selects the mode from [Image select]. (
 page 38)
(24)  -  buttons Selects the input signal to project. (
 page 37)
(25) Number ( - ) buttons Used to enter PIN codes and remote control numbers. 
						

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Preparation
Attention
 zDo not drop the remote control.
 zA

void contact with liquids or moisture.
 zDo not attempt to modify or disassemble the remote control.
Note
 z The remote control can be used from any distance within about 5 m if pointed directly at the remote control 
sensor

. The remote control is effective from angles of up to ±30° vertically and horizontally, but its range may 
be reduced.
 z If there are any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control sensor
, the remote control may 
not operate properly

.
 zY

ou can control the projector by reflecting the signal off the screen, but the effective operating range will 
depend on the characteristics of the screen.
 z If the remote control sensor receives strong light such as fluorescent light, the remote control may not operate 
properly

. Place the projector as far as possible from other light sources.
Projector body
(2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (7) (12) (13) (14) (10) (11) (7) (7) (15)
(1)(10) (11) (15) (16) (15)(15)
(1) Lens attachment cover
(2) Air filter unit
(3) Lens (optional)
(4) Indicator (
 page 77)
(5) Remote control sensor (top and front)
(6) Connection terminals (
 page 22)
(7) Carry handle
(8) Security slot This security slot is compatible with the Kensington 
security cables.
(9) Control panel (
 page 21)
(10) Air exhaust port (1
1) Lamp cover
Houses the lamp unit. (
 page 86)
(12) AC input terminal  Connect the supplied power cord. (
 page 31)
(13) Main power switch T
urns off/on the main power.
(14) Remote control sensor (rear)
(15) Adjustable feet Adjust the projection angle. (
 page 25)
(16) Air intake port
Attention
 z Keep your hands and other objects away from the air exhaust port
–

■
Keep your hands and face away
 .
–
■
Do not insert your fingers.
–

■
Keep away heat-sensitive articles.
Heated air from the air outlet port can cause burns, injuries, or deformations.