Panasonic LCD Projector PT-LX26HE Operating Instructions

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Settings
Auto keystone J
AutoAlways works and corrects keystone 
distortion according to the projector's tilt.
ManualWorks only when pressing the  button on the remote control or  
the control panel. 
OffDisables Auto Keystone.
Note
[Input search], [Auto PC adj.] and [Auto Keystone] cannot  z
be set [Off ] at the same time.
The [Auto Keystone] function cannot work when the  z
[Ceiling feature] is set [On] in the [Screen] menu.
Background
Select the background screen for when no input signal 
is detected.
Press ▲▼ to select [Background].1 ) 
Press the  button.2 ) 
Press ▲▼ to switch3 )  between each 
option as below.
BlueBlue colored background.
UserThe logo transferred by "Logo
Transfer Software *1 " is projected.
BlackBlack colored background.
"Logo Transfer Software" is included on the*1 : 
        supplied CD-ROM.
Display
This function decides whether to display On-Screen 
Displays.
Press ▲▼ to select [Display].1 ) 
Press the  button.2 ) 
Press ▲▼ to switch3 )  between each 
option as below.
OnShow all the On-Screen 
displays. *1
Countdown 
off
Show the input image instead 
of the countdown when turning 
on the projector. *2
OffHide the On-Screen Displays.*3
Use this function when you want to project *1 : 
images after the lamp becomes bright enough. 
The [factory default setting] is in this option.
Use this function when you want to project the *2 : 
image as early as possible even when the lamp 
is not bright enough. 
Hide the On-Screen Displays except; *3 : 
● On-Screen Menu. 
● [Power off?]  
● [P-timer] display.  
● No signal for [Power management].   
● [Please wait ...]  
● Arrows for the [True] function in the [Screen]  
   Menu.
Logo
This function allows you to customize the screen logo 
with [Logo select], [Logo PIN code lock] and [Logo 
PIN code] change functions.
Press ▲▼ to select [Logo].1 ) 
Press ► or the  button.2 ) 
Press ▲▼ to choose the desired item.3 ) 
Logo select J
This function decides on the starting-up display from 
among following options.
OffShow the countdown display only.
DefaultShow the factory-set logo.
UserThe logo transferred by "Logo
Transfer Software *1 " is projected.
"Logo Transfer Software" is included on the*1 : 
        supplied CD-ROM.
Logo PIN code lock J
This function prevents an unauthorized person from 
changing the screen logo.
OffThe screen logo can be changed freely 
from the [Logo] Menu.
ONThe screen logo cannot be changed 
without a [Logo PIN code].
Note
If you want to change the [Logo PIN code lock] setting,  z
press the  button and the [Logo PIN code] 
dialog box appears. Enter a [Logo PIN code] by following 
the steps below. The initial [Logo PIN code] is set to 
“4321” at the factory. 
						

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Logo PIN code change J
Logo PIN code can be changed to your desired four-
digit number.
Press ▲▼ to select [Logo PIN code 1 ) 
change].
Press the  button.2 ) 
Current logo PIN code dialog box appears. z
Press ▲▼ to enter the current code.3 ) 
The New Logo PIN code input dialog box  z
appears. Set a new [Logo PIN code], a 
confirmation box appears, choose [Yes] to set 
the new [Logo PIN code].
Attention
Be sure to note the new [Logo PIN code] and keep it on  z
hand. If you lost the number, you could no longer change 
the Logo PIN code setting.
Terminal
The [COMPUTER IN 2/MONITOR OUT] terminal on 
the back of the projector is switchable for computer 2 
input or monitor output.
Press ▲▼ to select [Terminal] and 1 ) 
then press the  button.
Press ▲▼ to switch the item.2 ) 
Computer 2Computer input
Monitor outMonitor out
Attention
[Terminal] function is not available when selecting  z
[Computer 2] to the input source. Change the input 
source to the others (Computer 1 or Video) so that the 
[Terminal] function will be available.
Power management
For reducing power consumption as well as 
maintaining the lamp life, the [Power management] 
function turns off the projection lamp when the 
projector is not operated for a certain period.
Press ▲▼ to select [Power 1 ) 
management].
Press ► or the  button to 2 ) 
access the submenu.
Mode J
Press ▲▼ and then press the 1 ) 
 button to select one mode 
among the items as below.
ReadyWhen the lamp has been fully cooled 
down, the  
indicator changes to green blinking. 
In this condition, the projection lamp 
will be turned on if the input signal 
is reconnected or any button on the 
control panel or remote control is 
pressed.
Shut 
down
When the lamp has been fully cooled 
down, the power will be turned off.
Off[Power management] function is off.
Timer J
Press ▲▼ to select [Timer] and then 1 ) 
press the  button.
Press ▲▼ to set the Timer(1~30min).2 ) 
Direct on
Press ▲▼ to select [Direct on] and 1 ) 
then press the  button.
Press ▲▼ to switch between [On] and 2 ) 
[Off ].
When this function is set to [On], the projector  z
will be automatically turned on just by 
connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Be sure to turn off the projector properly. If the  z
projector is turned off in the incorrect sequence, 
the [Direct On] function does not work properly.
Standby mode
This function can set the electric power when the 
projector is standing by.
Press ▲▼ to select [Standby mode] 1 ) 
and then press the  button.
Press ▲▼ to switch between the items  2 ) 
as below.
Eco
Restricts some functions in 
standby mode to reduce power 
consumption.
NetworkDoes not restrict functionality 
even in standby mode. 
						

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Note
When selecting [Network], the cooling fans may be  z
running depending on the temperature inside the 
projector even if the projector is turned off.
Refer to "Operating Instructions - Network Operations z".
If [Standby mode] is set to [Eco], you cannot use network  z
functions when the projector is standing by. Also, you 
cannot use some RS-232C protocol commands.
If set to [Network], you can use network functions when  z
the projector is standing by.
P-timer
This function allows you to change the setting of the 
[P-timer] and execute it.
Press ▲▼ to select [P-timer].1 ) 
Press ► or  button to 2 ) 
access the submenu.
Mode J
Press ▲▼ button to select one mode 1 ) 
among the items as below.
Count up
The [P-timer] display 000:00 
appears on the screen and the 
count up starts (000:00-180:00).
Count downThe time set in the [Timer] setting 
appears on the screen and the 
countdown starts.
Timer J
Press ▲▼ to select [Timer] and then 1 ) 
press the  button.
Press▲▼ to set the [Timer](1-180 Min).2 ) 
Timer is available in [Count down] only. Factory  z
default value is 10 Min.
Execute J
Press ▲▼ to select one among the 1 ) 
items as below and then press the 
 button. 
StartIt executes the [count up] or [count 
down] function.*1
ResetReset the P-timer values.*2
ExitTo exit the P-timer operation.
Press the  button at [Start] and the *1 : 
indication changes into [Stop]. To stop [Count up] 
or [Count down], press the  button at 
[Stop] on the [screen] menu, then the indication 
changes into [Restart]. Press the  
button at [Restart] to resume [Count up] or [Count 
down].
Press the  button at [Reset] to return *2 : 
to the following value: 
Count up"000:00"
Count downTimer that you set
Attention
To stop the [P-timer] function, press the   z
button.
To cancel the [P-timer], press and hold the   z
button for a few seconds.
Closed caption
[Only for [NTSC], [480i] input]
Press ▲▼ to select [Closed caption].1 ) 
Press ► or the  button to 2 ) 
enter the submenu.
Closed caption J
Press ▲▼ to select [Closed caption] 1 ) 
and then press the  button.
Press ▲▼ to select [Off], [CC1], [CC2], 2 ) 
[CC3] or [CC4].
Color J
Press ▲▼ to select [Color] and then 1 ) 
press the  button.
Press▲▼ to select color or white.2 ) 
Attention
The closed caption is mainly used in the north America.  z
This function shows the text  information contained in the 
image signal. Captions may not be displayed on some 
devices or software.
You can select [Closed caption] when [NTSC] or [480i]  z
signals are input.
Part of characters may not displayed when high  z
compensation valued are set in [Keystone].
Closed captions are not displayed while the menu screen  z
appears. 
						

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Lamp power
This function allows you to change brightness of the 
screen.
Press ▲▼ to select [Lamp power] and 1 ) 
then press the  button .
Press ▲▼ to select one among the 2 ) 
modes as below.
You can also press the  button to  z
display [Lamp power].
HighBrighter than the Normal mode.
    NormalNormal brightness.
Eco
Lower brightness reduces the 
lamp power consumption and 
extends the lamp life.
Remote control
This switching function prevents remote control 
interference when operating several projectors or 
video equipment at the same time.
Press ▲▼ to select [Remote control].1 ) 
Press ► or the  button.2 ) 
Press ▲▼ to select one among the 3 ) 
seven codes. 
This projector provides 7 different remote  z
control codes: [ALL], [Code 1]~[Code 6].
Attention
When operating the projector under [ALL] code, you can  z
operate several projectors at the same time. If you want 
to operate the projector independently, you must switch 
to other code.
When different codes are set on the projector and on the  z
remote control, any operation cannot be made. In that 
case, switch the code on the remote control to fit the 
code on the projector.
If the batteries are removed from the remote control for a  z
long period of time, the remote control code will be reset.
Security
This function allows you to use the [Key lock] and [PIN 
code lock] function to set the security for the projector 
operation.
Press ▲▼ to select [Security].1 ) 
Press ► or the  button to 2 ) 
access the submenu.
Key lock J
This function locks the control panel and remote 
control buttons to prevent operation by unauthorized 
persons.
Press ▲▼ to select the desired items 1 ) 
as below.
Unlocked.
Lock the operation of the control 
panel. To unlock, use the remote 
control.
Lock the operation of the remote 
control. To unlock, use the control 
panel.
PIN code lock J
This function prevents the projector from being 
operated by unauthorized persons and provides the 
following setting options for security.
Press ▲▼ to select the desired items 1 ) 
as below.
OffUnlocked.
On1Enter the [PIN code] every time 
turning on the projector.
On2
Enter the [PIN code] to operate 
the projector once the power cord 
is disconnected; as long as the 
AC power cord is connected, the 
projector can be operated without 
a PIN code.
Attention
Whenever you change the PIN code lock setting or the  z
[PIN code] (the four-digit number), you are required to 
enter the [PIN code]. The "1234" is set as the initial [PIN 
code] at the factory.
PIN code change J
The [PIN code] can be changed to your desired four-
digit number.
Press ▲▼ to select [PIN code change] 1 ) 
and then Press  button.
Current Pin code dialog box appears. z
Press ▲▼ to enter the current code. 2 ) 
Press ► button to fix the number and 
move the red frame pointer to the next 
box. 
The [New PIN code] input dialog box appears. z
Repeat these steps to set a new [PIN 3 ) 
code].
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Fan  
Press ▲▼ to select [Fan] and then 1 ) 
Press  button.
Press ▲▼ to select one option .2 ) 
This function provides the following options in  z
the cooling fans’ operation when the projector is 
turned off.
L1Normal operation
L2
Slower and lower-sound than 
the normal operation (L1), but 
it takes more time to cool the 
projector down.
Fan control
Press ▲▼ to select [Fan control] and 1 ) 
then Press  button.
Press ▲▼ to select one among 2 ) 
options as below.
Choose the running speed of cooling fans from  z
the following options according to the ground 
elevation under which you use the projector.
OffNormal speed.*1
On1Faster than [Off] mode.*2
On2Faster than [On 1] mode.*3
Set this function to [Off ] when using the projector *1 : 
in non-high altitude environment.
Select this mode when using the projector in high *2 : 
altitudes (about 1,200 meters or more above 
the sea level) where the fans have less cooling 
effect.
Select this mode when using the projector in *3 : 
higher altitudes ( than above where the fans 
have lesser cooling effect).
Note
Failure to set the running speed of cooling fans  z
properly may affect the projector life.
The fan noise becomes louder in [On 1] and [On 2]. z
Video delay control
This function allows you to make a digital processing 
of a projected image faster.
Press ▲▼ to select [Video delay 1 ) 
control] and then Press the  
button.
Press ▲▼ to select one item between 2 ) 
[On] and [Off ].
Note
[Noise reduction] and [Progressive] cannot be  z
selected when [Video delay control] function is set 
to [On].
Lamp runtime
This function is used to display the cumulative lamp
operating time and reset the lamp runtime.
Press ▲▼ to select [Lamp runtime] 1 ) 
and then press the  button.
Press ►or the  button to 2 ) 
access the submenu items.
Lamp runtime J
Show the total accumulated lamp run time.
 
Lamp runtime reset J
After replacing the lamp unit, be sure to reset the 
timer.
Press ▲▼ to select [Lamp runtime 1 ) 
reset].
Press the  button. 2 ) 
[Lamp runtime Reset?] appears. Select [Yes] z
to continue. Another confirmation dialog box 
appears, select [Yes] to reset the Lamp runtime. 
Attention
When the lamp run time is elapsed the estimated  z
duration, [Lamp runtime] will be displayed in red 
and the Lamp replacement icon (Æpage 61) will 
appear on the screen, indicating that the end of 
lamp life is reached. When replacing the lamp unit, 
reset the lamp runtime.Filter 
						

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Filter counter
This function is used to set a frequency for the filter 
replacement.
Press ▲▼ to select [Filter counter].1 ) 
Press ►or the  button to 2 ) 
access the submenu items.
Filter counter J
Show the total accumulated time of the filter use timer
setting.
Timer J
To set a timer. When the projector reaches the 
selected time the filter warning icon appears on the 
screen.
Press ▲▼ to select [Timer] and then 1 ) 
press the  button .
Press ▲▼ to set the Timer.2 ) 
Select from [Off/1000H/2000H/3000H/4000H]  z
depending on the use environment.
Filter counter reset J
After replacing the filter, be sure to reset the timer.
Press ▲▼ to select [Filter counter 1 ) 
reset].
Press the  button. 2 ) 
[Filter counter Reset?] appears. Select [Yes] z
to continue. Another confirmation dialog 
box appears, select [Yes] to reset the [Filter 
counter]. 
Warning log
This function records anomalous operations while the 
projector is in operation and use it when diagnosing 
faults.
Press ▲▼ to select [Warning log].1 ) 
Press ► or the  button to 2 ) 
display the latest warning message.
Up to 10 warning logs are displayed with the  z
latest warning message at the top of the list, 
followed by previous warning messages in 
chronological order.
Note
When the [Factory default] function is executed, all  z
the warning log records will be deleted.
AMX D.D.
This function allows the projector to be detected by 
AMX Device Discovery. For more details, visit http://
www.amx.com/.
Press ▲▼ to select [AMX D.D.].1 ) 
Press  button to select [On] 2 ) 
or [Off] to allow the projector to be 
detected by AMX Device Discovery. 
Factory default
This function returns all setting values except for the  
[User logo], [PIN code lock], [Logo PIN code lock], 
[Lamp counter] and [Filter counter] to the factory 
default settings.
Press ▲▼ to select [Factory default].1 ) 
Press the  button.2 ) 
[Return to Factory default?] appears. Select  z
[Yes] to continue. Another confirmation dialog 
box appears, select [Yes] to return to [Factory 
default]. 
						

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Information
Select [Information] from the Main Menu (see 
“Navigating through the menu” on page 34), 
then select the item from the sub-menu.
Remote ControlControl Panel
Input Source Information 
Display 
The [Information] Menu is used for checking the status 
of the image signal being projected and the operation 
of the projector.
You can also Press the  button on the remote 
control to display the [Information] menu.
Input J
The selected [input source] is displayed.
System J
The selected system is displayed.
H-sync freq. J
The selected [H-sync freq.] is displayed.
The horizontal frequency of the input signal is 
displayed in KHz, or - - - KHz when no signal.
V-sync freq. J
The selected [V-sync freq.] is displayed.
The vertical frequency of the input signal is displayed 
in Hz, or - - - Hz when no signal. Numbers of Hz 
doubles when during Interlace.
Screen J
The selected Screen size is displayed.
Language J
The selected language is displayed.
Lamp power J
The selected lamp mode is displayed.
Lamp runtime J
The cumulative lamp operating time is displayed.
Power management J
[Off ] ,[ Ready] or [Shut down], and [Timer] are  
displayed.
Key lock J
The selected Key lock icon is displayed.
PIN code lock J
[Off ], [On 1] or [On 2] is displayed.
Remote control J
The selected remote control code is displayed.
Serial number J
The serial number of the projector is displayed.
The serial number is used to service the projector. 
						

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Maintenance
LAMP and WARNING Indicators
Managing the indicated problems
If a problem should occur inside the projector, the ,  and/or  
indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow.
CAUTION
Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Turning off the projector”.  z
(Æpage 29)
If multiple indicators light or blink, verify the status of the projector by looking at each indicator . z
Note
Confirm the status of the power indicated on the  z indicator. (Æpage 26)
 JLAMP indicator
IndicatorLights in yellow.
StatusThe projection lamp reaches its end of life.
CheckIs there a Lamp replacement icon appears on the screen?
RemedyReplace the lamp unit.  
(Æpage 62)
Note
Contact your dealer for repair services when  indicator persists t\
o light after taking these measurements. z
 JWARNING indicator
IndicatorLights in red.Blinks in red.
Status
The projector detects an abnormal 
condition and cannot be turned 
on. 
The temperature inside the projector is abnormally 
high. The projector cannot be turned on. And the 
 indicator also blinks in red.
Check
Unplug the AC power cord 
and plug it again to turn on the 
projector. 
- Did you provide appropriate space for the projector to be   
  ventilated? Check the installing condition to see if the air  
  vents of the projector are not blocked.
- Has the projector been installed near an Air-
  Conditioning/ Heating Duct or Vent? 
- Is the filter clean? 
Remedy
If the projector is turned off again, 
unplug the AC power cord and 
contact the dealer or the service 
center for service and checkup. 
- Provide good installing condition to your projector.
- Move the installation of the projector away from the duct    
  or vent.
- Replace filter.
Note
If  indicator persists to light or blink after taking these measurem\
ents, please contact your dealer for repair  z
services. Do not leave the projector on. It may cause an electric shock or a fire hazard.
The projector detects an abnormal condition and cannot be turned on. Unplug the AC power cord and plug it again to turn  z
on the projector. If the projector is turned off again, unplug the AC power cord and contact the dealer or the service center 
for service and checkup. Do not leave the projector on. It may cause an electric shock or a fire hazard. 
						

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Maintenance
Replacement
Before replacing the unit
When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to t\
urn off the power and disconnect  z
the power plug from the wall outlet. (Æpages 27, 29)
Be sure to observe the procedure “Turing off the projector” ( zÆpage 29) when performing power supply 
operation.
Maintenance
Outer Case J
Wipe off dirt and dust using a soft dry cloth.
If the dirt is persistent, soak the cloth with water and wring it thoroughly before wiping. Dry off the projector  z
with a dry cloth.
Do not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol, other solvents, household cleaners, or chemical treated  z
dusters. Using them may cause deterioration of the outer case.
Front glass surface of the lens J
Wipe off the dirt and dust off the front surface of the lens with soft clean cloth.
Do not use a cloth that has an abrasive surface or a cloth that is moist\
, oily, or covered with dust. z
Do not use excessive force when wiping the lens as it is fragile. z
Attention
The lens is made of glass. Impacts or excessive force when wiping may scratch its surface.  z
Please handle with care.
Replacing the unit
Air filter unit J
Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical 
elements inside the projector. Should the filter become 
clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ 
effectiveness and may result in internal heat buildup 
and adversely affect the life of the projector. 
If a “Filter warning” icon appears on the screen, 
replace the filter immediately. 
Replacement of the air filter unit J
Remove the air filter unit.1 ) 
Turn over the projector. Place the latch in the OPEN position and pull out the filter(bottom) in the arrow  z
direction.
2 ) Replace the air filter unit.
Put new filter back into the position. Make sure that the filter is fully inserted to the projector, and place  z
back the latch in the LOCK position.
Resetting the Filter Counter J
Be sure to reset the [Filter counter] after replacing the filter. (Æpage 56 " Filter counter reset")
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Maintenance
Attention
If the Projector Mount Base ET-PKL100B is applied, the supplied filter cover is unnecessary.  z
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Attention
Turn off the power before you replace the air filter unit. z
When attaching the air filter unit, make sure that the projector is stable, and work in an environment that is  z
safe, even in the event of the air filter unit dropping.
Do not operate the projector with the filter removed. Dust may accumulate on the optical elements degrading  z
picture quality.
Do not put anything into the air vents. Doing so may result in malfunction of the projector. z
Do not wash the filter with water or any other liquid matter. Otherwise the filter may be damaged. z
Attaching the Filter Cover to the Projector J
The supplied filter cover is designed for preventing dust accumulation on the filter when mounting the projector on 
the ceiling.
Turn over the projector.1 ) 
Press the adjustable foot lock latch and pull out the adjustable foot, a\
nd then attach 2 ) 
the filter cover (supplied) to the projector (Push the cover in the arrow direction as the Picture (1)
shown). And tie the string around the adjustable foot as Picture (1) shown.
Press the adjustable foot lock latch and pull in the adjustable foot.3 ) 
Attach the projector to the ceiling mount in accordance with the instruc\
tion 4 ) 
 manuals which come with the ceiling mount as Picture (2) shown.
To Ceiling Mount
Filter Cover(supplied)
Projector
Picture (1)Picture (2)