Panasonic LCD Projector PT-F200NTU PT-F200U Operating Instructions

							PICTURE menu
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Settings
You can perform more detailed image adjustment 
manually.
JFor S-VIDEO/VIDEO signals
QTV-SYSTEM
When the video signal is changed, the setting 
switches automatically. You can switch the setting 
manually to match the video data. Press I H to 
cycle through the options.
QSTILL MODE
You can reduce the vertical flicker when projecting 
a still image.
 OFF: Deactive
 ON: Active
QNOISE REDUCTION
You can switch the automatic noise reduction 
system on/off. Press I H to select the required 
setting.
 OFF: No noise reduction
 ON: Automatic noise reduction
JFor RGB signals
QWHITE BALANCE
You can adjust the white balance more properly in 
3 colors temperature by pressing I H.
 WHITE BALANCE RED
 WHITE BALANCE GREEN
 WHITE BALANCE BLUE
DETAILED SETUP
NOTE:
•AUTO setting will select from NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/
PAL60/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM.
NTSC
NTSC 4.43
PAL
AUTO
SECAM
PAL-N
PAL-M
NOTE:
•Set to OFF when projecting a moving image.
NOTE:
• Applying noise reduction may affect image quality. 
						

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Settings
POSITION menu
If the projector is aligned non-perpendicularly to the 
screen, or if the projection screen has an angled surface, 
you can correct keystone.
You can move the projected image for fine adjustment. 
Press I H to move horizontally and F G vertically. 
(Available with signals from VIDEO/S-VIDEO/
COMPUTER/COMPONENT only)If you have interference patterns of the projected image, 
which is sometimes referred to as moire or noise, you 
can minimize it by pressing I H to adjust the clock 
frequency. (Available with signals from COMPUTER 
only)
If you require further adjustment for the same reason as 
the DOT CLOCK adjustment, you can fine adjust the 
timing of the clock. Press I H to adjust. (Available with 
signals from COMPUTER/COMPONENT only)
You can switch the aspect ratio manually when needed. 
Press I H to cycle through the options.
Q4:3
The input signal will be projected without any 
change.
KEYSTONE
ImageOperation
NOTE:
• You can correct the distortion ± 30 degrees from the 
plane. For a better quality image, installing the projector 
with a minimum of distortion is recommended.
• Some distortion may be retained for lens shift 
adjustment.
• The distortion of the Main menu screen is not 
correctable.
• The result of the keystone correction will affect the 
aspect ratio and the size of the image.
POSITION
Remote control Control panel
 See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27.
 See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28.
POSITION
H
V
DOT CLOCK
NOTE:
• If the projecting signal’s dot clock frequency is higher 
than 108 MHz, the adjustment may not make a 
difference.
•DOT CLOCK needs to be adjusted before adjusting the 
CLOCK PHASE.
CLOCK PHASE
NOTE:
• If the projecting signal’s dot clock frequency is higher 
than 108 MHz, the adjustment may not make a 
difference.
ASPECT
4:3
16:9
S4:3 
						

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Settings
Q16:9
The squeezed signal will be projected in 16:9 ratio.
QS4:3
The input signal will be sized down 75 % and 
projected. S4:3 mode is effective when projecting 
4:3 image on to a 16:9 screen.
QAUTO
The S1 signal which contains an identifying signal 
will be detected and automatically project the 
image in proper ratio. (Available with S-VIDEO 
signals only)When the input signal resolution is lower than the 
projector resolution, it will be projected at the projector 
resolution. You can deactivate the RESIZING and 
project the lower resolution input signal at its original 
resolution. Press I H to select the required setting.
 ONActive
 OFFDeactive
If the projected image is degraded, you can activate 
FRAME LOCK for synchronization. Press I H to select 
the required option.
 OFFDeactive
 ONActive
NOTE:
• If you project an image with an unmatched aspect ratio, 
the image may distort or some portions may be 
cropped. Select an aspect ratio which preserves the 
intention of the image creator.
• The order of ASPECT types is defined not only by the 
input method but also by the input signals. See “List of 
compatible signals” on page 44.
• If you project a copyrighted image enlarged or distorted 
by using ASPECT function in commercial use in a 
public place, such as a restaurant or hotel, you might 
infringe on the copyright of the creator which is 
protected by copyright law.
RESIZING
NOTE:
• Usually the recommended setting is ON.
• When the RESIZING is set to ON, the lower resolution 
input signal may be projected in less quality.
When the RESIZING is set to OFF;
• The size of the image will be projected smaller and you 
may need to adjust ZOOM and FOCUS, or the 
projector position backwards and forwards.
•DIGITAL ZOOM, KEYSTONE and INDEX-WINDOW 
are not available.
FRAME LOCK
NOTE:
• This function is available with some of the COMPUTER 
signals only. 
						

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Settings
OPTION menu
When you change the input method, the guidance 
appears in the upper right corner of the screen. The 
following display methods are available. Press I H to 
cycle through the options.
You can switch the logo on/off that is displayed when 
starting up the projector. Press I H to select the 
required option. STARTUP LOGO will be displayed for 
30 seconds.
 ONActive
 OFFDeactive
 USERDisplay the original text
QEditing the original text
If you select USER, you can display the 2 lines of 
original text up to 40 characters in 1 line instead of 
the logo.1. Select USER and press ENTER.
2. Select the required line to enter or edit the original 
text, and press ENTER.
3. Use F G I H to specify the location of the 
required character and press ENTER.
 The selected character will be displayed in the box.
 Select DELETE to delete the last entered character 
and press ENTER.
4. Repeat the step 3 until you finish the text to display 
in a line.
5. Select OK and press ENTER to set the entered 
text in a box.
 Press G and edit the TEXT2 if you need to, and 
repeat the step 3 - 5.
You can switch the function of the COMPUTER2 IN/
1OUT terminal.
 INPUT COMPUTER2 IN
 OUTPUT COMPUTER1 OUT
You can check the remaining amount of the ARF (Auto 
Rolling Filter). The color of the bar scale is indicating the 
condition of the ARF.
 Yellow The filter remaining amount is getting 
low.
 Red No more remaining.
You can check how long the lamp has been used.
INPUT GUIDE
OptionsFunction
OFFTurn off the guidance.
SIMPLEDisplay the input method by text. 
The INPUT GUIDE will go out after 
5 seconds without any operation.
DETAILEDDisplay the input method by graphic. 
The INPUT GUIDE will go out after 
10 seconds without any operation.
If you select any COMPUTER 
terminal which has no signal, the 
computer connection guidance will 
be displayed. See “Computer 
connection guidance” on page 46.
STARTUP LOGO
Remote control Control panel
 See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27.
 See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28.
OK CANCELDELETE TEXT CHANGE
COMPUTER2 SELECT
FILTER REMAINING
NOTE:
• See “Replacing the ARF (Auto Rolling Filter)” on 
page 40.
• After you replace the ARF, FILTER REMAINING 
should be reset to “0” by pressing the ENTER button for 
3 seconds.
LAMP RUNTIME
NOTE:
•LAMP RUNTIME is a relevant matter for lamp 
replacement timing. See “Replacing the Lamp unit” on 
page 41.
• When the lamp unit is replaced with the new one 
(ET-LAF100), the setting will be reset to “0”. 
						

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Settings
You can set the off timer to switch off the POWER of the 
projector after a certain period of time automatically 
when no signal is detected. Press I H to select the 
required period from 15 to 60 minutes at intervals of 
5 minutes.
You can switch the projector start up status for when the 
Mains lead is connected while the MAIN POWER is on, 
or for when the MAIN POWER is switched on while the 
Mains lead is connected. Press I H to select the 
required option.
 OFFThe projector will start from the 
standby mode or the projecting 
mode.
 ONThe projector will start from the 
projecting mode.
You can turn off the function of the control panel buttons 
on the projector body. Press I H to select the required 
option.
 INVALIDInvalidate the control panel buttons
Confirmation screen will be 
displayed.
 VALIDValidate the control panel buttons
You can turn off the AUTO SETUP function for when the 
COMPUTER signal is detected.
 AUTOWhen the projector detect a 
COMPUTER signal, adjust the 
projected image position 
automatically for SIGNAL SEARCH, 
DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE.
 BUTTONOnly when the AUTO SETUP button 
is pressed, the projected image 
position will be adjusted for DOT 
CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE. See 
“Remote control” on page 11.
You can turn off the auto signal detecting system.
 ONDetect the input signal from the 
terminals and project the image.
 OFFDeactive
When installing the projector, select the projection 
method according to the projector position. Press I H 
to cycle through the options. See “Projection method” on 
page 15.
If you use the projector at high elevation, the ALTITUDE 
setting need to be HIGH to set the fan speed high. Press 
I H to select the required option.
 LOWThe fan speed is low.
 HIGHThe fan speed is high.
POWER OFF TIMER
DIRECT POWER ON
NOTE:
• When the projector is started from the projecting mode, 
pressing the POWER button procedure is skippable.
CONTROL PANEL
DISABLE
15 MIN.
20 MIN.
25 MIN.
30 MIN.
35 MIN.
60 MIN.
55 MIN.
50 MIN.
45 MIN.
40 MIN.
AUTO SETUP
NOTE:
• Usually the recommended setting is AUTO.
SIGNAL SEARCH
NOTE:
•SIGNAL SEARCH is not available when any input 
signal is projecting.
• Usually the recommended setting is ON.
INSTALLATION
FRONT/DESKSetting on a desk/floor and 
projecting from front
FRONT/CEILINGMounting in the ceiling and 
projecting from front
REAR/DESKSetting on a desk/floor and 
projecting from rear
REAR/CEILINGMounting in the ceiling and 
projecting from rear
ALTITUDE
NOTE:
• At 1 400 - 2 700 m (4 593 - 8 858 ft) sea level, the 
setting must be HIGH.
• The loudness of fan noise depends on the ALTITUDE 
setting. 
						

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OPTION menu
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If the input signal contains closed captions, you can turn 
on the feature and switch the channels.
 OFFDeactive
 ONActive
 CC1 - 4Change the channels from MODE
You can use the 7 different test patterns to adjust the 
focus of the image. See “Lens shift and positioning” on 
page 16. 
1. Press ENTER to display the test pattern 1.
2. Press I H to select the required test pattern.
3. Press MENU or RETURN to return to the previous 
menu, oar press repeatedly to escape the menu 
mode.
You can perform more detailed setting in various items.
JOSD DESIGN
You can change the background color of the menu. 
Press I H to select the required option.
JSXGA MODE
You can switch the setting between SXGA and the 
larger setting, SXGA+. Press I H to select the 
required option.
JWIDE MODE
You can turn ON/OFF the WIDE MODE setting.
 ONFor WIDE signals
 OFFFor other type of signals
JBLACKBOARD
You can exclude the BLACKBOARD in menu 
items of PICTURE MODE in PICTURE menu. 
Press I H to select the required option.
 ONInclude the BLACKBOARD in menu 
items.
 OFFExclude the BLACKBOARD in menu 
items.
JBACK COLOR
You can choose a BLUE or BLACK screen for 
when the projector is idle. Press I H to select the 
required option.
JVOLUME
You can adjust the volume of the built-in monaural 
speaker and VARIABLE AUDIO OUT terminal.
 IDecrease
 HIncrease
JAUDIO BALANCE
You can adjust to hear the sound played equally 
through both right and left external stereo 
speakers, or shift the balance so more sound plays 
through the left or right side.
 IMore sound plays through the left 
side
 HMore sound plays through the right 
side
JINITIALIZE ALL
You can reset all of the customized settings to the 
factory defaults except NETWORK, LAMP 
RUNTIME and FILTER REMAINING menu 
settings.
1. Press the ENTER button
2. Turn off the projector by pressing the POWER 
button.
3. Switch off the MAIN POWER button to reset the 
projector.
4. The minimum required setting screen will be 
displayed.
 See “Minimum required setting screen” on page 10.
CLOSED CAPTION 
SETTING
NOTE:
• VCR with TBC (Time Base Corrector) function is 
recommended for video cassette tapes.
TEST PATTERN
DETAILED SETUP
TYPE1Semi transparent black
TYPE2Solid blue
TYPE3Semi transparent dark blue 
						

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Settings
SECURITY menu
JEntering the SECURITY menu
Every time when you apply to the SECURITY 
menu, you will be asked to perform the password 
operation.
When you apply to the SECURITY menu before you 
change the password to your original, perform to input 
the following factory default password operation.
 Press F H G I F H G I and ENTER.
QAfter you change the password
When you apply to the SECURITY menu after you 
change the password to your original in the 
PASSWORD CHANGE menu, input the original 
password operation.
You can activate the security system and the password 
operation will be asked to perform when the projecting 
mode started. Unless you perform the correct password 
operation, all of the button controls will be disabled 
except the POWER button.
 OFFDeactive
 ONActive
You can change the password operation to your original.
1. Press a series of button operation up to 8 as a 
password by using F G I and H buttons.
2. Press ENTER.
3. Press the exact same series of button operation 
you entered in the NEW password box for 
confirmation.
 If a series of button operation is incorrect, you will be 
asked to perform again.
4. Press ENTER.
You can set your original text, such as company name or 
URL information, to display regularly at the bottom of the 
projected image while projecting.
 OFFDeactive
 ONActive
You can enter your original text up to 22 characters for 
TEXT DISPLAY.
1. Use F G I H to specify the location of the 
required character.
2. Press ENTER.
 The selected character will be displayed in the TEXT 
CHANGE box.
3. Repeat until finish your original text.
 Select DELETE to delete the last entered character 
and press ENTER.
4. Select OK and press ENTER to set the entered 
text.
 Select CANCEL or press MENU/RETURN buttons to 
return to the previous menu.
NOTE:
• The factory default password is valid until you change 
the password in PASSWORD CHANGE menu.
• The entered password operations will appear as 
asterisks in the box.
INPUT PASSWORD
NOTE:
• When you activated the security system, make sure to 
change the password to your original for safety.
• The security system is OFF by default and when 
initialized.
Remote control Control panel
 See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27.
 See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28.
SELECT
ENTER RETURN
PICTURE
POSITIONINPUT PASSWORD
PASSWORD CHANGE
TEXT DISPLAY
TEXT CHANGE
PASSWORD
LANGUAGE
OPTION
SECURITY
NETWORK
OFF
OFF
PASSWORD CHANGE
NOTE:
• The entered password operations will appear as 
asterisks in the box.
• Change your password regularly.
• Do not use too simple password to guess.
TEXT DISPLAY
TEXT CHANGE
OK CANCELDELETE TEXT CHANGE 
						

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Settings
NETWORK menu
In NETWORK menu, the following items are available.
 WIRED LAN
 WIRELESS LAN
 NAME CHANGE
 INPUT PASSWORD
 PASSWORD CHANGE
 NETWORK STANDBY
 WEB CONTROL
 LIVE MODE CUT IN
 STATUS
 INITIALIZE
NOTE:
• The NETWORK menu is available only with 
PT-F200NTU.
• See the PJ Link or network information in the contents 
of the CD-ROM which is provided with the projector.
Remote control Control panel
 See “Navigating through the MENU” on page 27.
 See “Main menu and Sub-menu” on page 28.
Items in NETWORK menu 
						

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Maintenance
LAMP, TEMP and ARF Indicators
If a problem should occur with the projector, the LAMP, TEMP and/or 
FILTER indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as 
follow.
1. Confirm the status of all indicators and projector, and switch off the 
projector in proper way.
2. Find out the cause of the problem by status of the LAMP, TEMP 
and/or FILTER indicators.
3. Follow the instruction for each indication below and solve the 
problem.
4. Turn on the projector in the correct way and confirm the indicator is 
not indicating a problem any longer.
JLAMP indicator
JTEMP indicator
JFILTER indicator
When the FILTER indicator is flashing GREEN, the ARF is normally rolling up.
Managing the indicated problems
NOTE:
• If no problem is found or the problem remains, do not turn on the projector. Instead contact an Authorized Service Center.
Indicator Illuminating RED Flashing RED
ProblemLAMP RUNTIME has 
reached 4 800 hours.LAMP circuit failure, abnormal function or Lamp unit is damaged.
Cause
Lamp unit will run out 
soon and needs to be 
replaced.The MAIN POWER is 
switched on again before 
the Lamp unit is cooled 
enough.LAMP circuit failure, 
abnormal function.Lamp unit is damaged.
RemedySee “Replacing the Lamp 
unit” on page 41.Let the Lamp unit cool 
down and turn on the 
MAIN POWER after 
90 seconds.Contact an Authorized 
Service Center.See “Replacing the Lamp 
unit” on page 41.
Indicator Illuminating RED while projecting and the alert will be displayed.
 Flashing RED and POWER is turned off
ProblemThe temperature inside and/or outside the projector is abnormally high.
CauseThe ventilation openings 
are covered.The room temperature is 
too high.The ARFis excessively 
dirty and the ventilation is 
poor.The projector is located at 
high elevations 1 400 - 
2 700 m (4 539 - 8 858 ft).
Remedy
Remove the object(s) 
from the ventilation 
openings or clear around 
the projector.Reinstall the projector in 
temperature controlled 
place. See page 48.Replace the ARF in the 
proper method. See 
page 40.Turn on the projector*1 
and set the HIGHLAND to 
ON. 
See page 35.
*1. The projector will perform only 2 minutes with OFF setting at high elevation.
Indicator Illuminating RED Flashing RED Illuminating ORANGE Flashing ORANGE
ProblemFILTER REMAINING has 
turned red. See page 34.The projector cannot 
detect the ARF.The ARF cannot operate 
properly.FILTER REMAINING has 
turned yellow. See 
page 34.
CauseARF has been run out.ARF is not attached.Foreign object is blocking 
the ARF operation.ARF is running out and 
the remaining time is 
about 240 hours.
Remedy
See “Replacing the ARF 
(Auto Rolling Filter)” on 
page 40.Attach the ARF.Remove the foreign 
object or contact an 
Authorized Service 
Center.Prepare the ARF for 
replacement.
POWERLAMP
FILTER TEMP 
						

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Maintenance
Care and Replacement
JBefore cleaning the projector
 Switch off the MAIN POWER and disconnect the power plug from the wall socket.
 Unplug all the cables from the projector.
JCleaning the outer surface of the projector
Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft cloth.
 If it is difficult to remove the dirt, soak a cloth with water, wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector. 
Dry off the projector with dry cloth.
 Do not use petroleum benzine, thinner, any alcoholic solvent, kitchen detergents or chemical clothes. 
Failure to observe these may result in altered or damaged surface of the projector.
 If you use a chemical treated wipe, follow the instructions supplied with it.
JCleaning the lens and front glass surface
Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a lint-free cloth.
 Make sure no dirt or dust remains on the surface of the lens. It will be enlarged and projected onto a 
screen.
JBefore replacing the ARF
 Press the POWER button for at least 0.5 seconds or press twice to turn off the projector.
 Wait until the cooling fan stops and the POWER indicator turn to RED.
 Disconnect the Mains lead from the main socket.
 Prepare a Phillips-head screw driver.
 Contact an Authorized Service Centre to purchase a replacement ARF (ET-RFF100).
JWhen to replace the ARF
ARF is consumable product and effects on ventilation. FILTER indicator will inform you of the replacement 
timing. You can check the remaining amount of the ARF in FILTER REMAINING menu.
JReplacement procedure
1. Turn the projector upside down and place it gently 
on a soft cloth.
2. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen 3 ARF 
cover fixing screws until the screws turn freely and 
remove the ARF cover.
3. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen an ARF 
fixing screws and release the clamp, then slightly 
slide up the used ARF to remove.
4. Insert the new ARF into the compartment in 
correct direction and slightly push down until it 
clicks. Tighten the ARF fixing screws securely.
5. Attach the ARF cover and tighten the ARF cover 
fixing screws securely.
Cleaning the projector
Replacing the ARF (Auto Rolling Filter)
NOTE:
• See “FILTER REMAINING” on page 34 and “FILTER indicator” on page 39.
• The approximate maximum replacement timing is 6 000 hours and minimum is 500 hours, and it depends on the use 
environment.
NOTE:
• If the ARF and/or ARF cover are attached incorrectly, 
the projector may not be turned on.
• Do not switch the power on while the ARF cover 
removed.
• When you replace the ARF unit, clean the compartment 
and/or the Air Exhaust port if you need to.
ARF cover
ARF cover fixing screw
Soft cloth
PUSH!b
ARF fixing screw
Clamp
ARF