Panasonic LCD Projector Pt Rz670 Operating Instructions

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Switching on/off the projector
Connecting the power cord
Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily.
Confirm that the  switch is on the  side before connecting the power cord.
For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” ( x page 2).
How to attach the power cord
1) Check the shapes of the  terminal on the side of the projector and the power cord connector , 
and insert the plug completely in the correct direction (until you hear the side tabs click in place).
How to remove the power cord
1) Confirm that the  switch on the side of the projector is on the  side, and 
remove the power plug from the outlet.
2)
 
Remove the power cord connector from the  terminal of the project\
or while pressing the side 
tabs.
Power indicator
Displays the status of the power. Check the status of the power indicator  before operating the projector.
Power indicator 
Indicator status Projector status
Off The main power is switched off.
Red LitThe power is switched off. (standby mode)
Projection will start when the power on <
b> button is pressed.
 fThe projector may not operate when the light source indicators / 
or temperature indicator  are blinking. ( x

  page   158)
Green Lit Projecting.
Orange LitThe projector is preparing to switch off the projector.
The power is switched off after a while. (Changes to the standby mode.)   
						

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Note
 fWhile the power indicator  is lit in orange, the fan is running to cool the projector. fFor approximately five seconds after the projector is switched of f, the indicator does not light up even if the power is switched on.  After the 
power indicator  lights in red, turn on the power again.
 fThe projector consumes power even in standby mode (power indicator  lit in red). Refer to “Power consumption” 
(x
  page   178) for the power consumption.
 fThe power indicator  will blink if the projector receives a remote control signal.
 fThe power indicator  will blink slowly in green while the shutter function is in use (shutter: closed).
 fIf the power indicator  is blinking in red, consult your dealer.
Switching on the projector
When using the optional projection lens, attach the projection lens befo\
re switching on the projector.
Remove the lens cover first.
2) 4)
4)
3)
1)
1) Connect the power cord to the projector body .
2)  
Connect the power plug to an outlet.
3)

 
Press the  side of the  switch to turn on the power
 .
 fThe power indicator  lights in red, and the projector enters the standby mode.
4) Press the power on  button.
 fThe power indicator  lights in green and the image is soon projected on the screen.
Note
 fIf the projector is switched on at around 0   °C (32   °F), a warm-up period of approximately five minutes may be necessary until an image is 
displayed. 
The temperature indicator  lights during the warm-up period. When the warm-up is completed, the temperature indicator  
turns off and the projection starts. Refer to “When an indicator lights up” ( x
  page   158) for the indicator status display.
 fIf the operating environment temperature is low and warm-up takes more than five minutes, the projector will judge that a problem has 
occurred and the power will automatically be set to standby mode. If this happens, increase the operating environment temperature to 0

  °C 
(32
  °F) or higher, turn off the main power, and then switch on the power again.
 fWhen the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], it may take more time before the projector starts projecting 
after the power is turned on, compared with when [NORMAL] is set.
 f When the power is turned or an input signal is switched, you may here a \
high-frequency driving sound. 

This is not a malfunction.
 fIf the power is turned of

f by pressing the  side of the  switch or by using the breaker directly while projecting during 
the last time of use, the power indicator  lights in green and projection starts after a while when the power is turned 
on by pressing the  side of the  switch with the power plug connected to the outlet, or with the breaker turned on.
When the initial setting screen is displayed
When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when [ALL  USER DATA] is executed from the [PROJECTOR 
SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, then the [INITIAL  SETTING] screen is 
displayed. Set them according to the circumstances.
In other occasions, you can change the settings by menu operations.
If you press the  button while the [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed, you can go back to the previous screen.
Focus adjustment
Adjust the focus to display the menu screen clearly.
You may also need to adjust the zoom and shift.
Refer to “Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift” (x
  page   60) for details.   
						

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1) Press asqw to adjust the focus.
LENS
FOCUS
ADJUST
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Initial setting (display language)
Select the language to show on the screen. 
After completed the initial setting, you can change the display language from the [DISPLA Y LANGUAGE] menu.
1) Press as to select the display language.
ENTER
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Please select DISPLAY LANGUAGE.
INITIAL SETTING
SELECT
SET
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Initial setting (operation setting)
Set the items for the operating method depending on the projector ’s application and duration of usage.
After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECT OR SETUP] menu. If you change the settings 
while using the projector, the duration until the light source luminance decreases by half may sh\
orten or the luminance may decrease.
By using this initial setting (operation setting), you can complete the settings at once when installing the projector , if the operation method of 
the projector is determined in advance. If [ALL USER DATA] is executed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], press the 
 button without changing the initial setting (operation setting), and proceed to the next initial setting (installation setting). If you need 
to change the setting, ask the person responsible for this projector (such as a person in charge of equipment or operation).
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INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGE
MENU SELECTOPERATING MODE
CONSTANT MODENORMAL
OFF
LINKGROUP A
ENTER
CALIBRATION TIMEOFF
CALIBRATION MESSAGEON
BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP LIGHT OUTPUT MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL
Set the way to use the projector. For details, please 
refer to the operating instructions When the initial 
setting screen is displayed.
Note
 fThe preceding initial setting screen is displayed when the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase. If [ALL  USER DA TA] is 
executed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the settings of [OPERATING MODE] and [MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL] 
set before execution are displayed.
 f For the interrelation of luminance and runtime, refer to “Interrelation of luminance and runtime” ( x

  page   55).
 fFor details on each setting item, refer to the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [OPERATION SETTING].
1) Press as to select [OPERATING MODE].
2)  
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
 fWhen using the projector at high altitudes of 2

  700   m (8   858') or higher above sea level, set [OPERATING MODE] to an item other 
than [ECO], [LONG LIFE1], [LONG LIFE2], and [LONG LIFE3].   
						

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[NORMAL]Set this item when high luminance is required. The estimated runtime is approximately 20   000 hours.
[ECO] Although the luminance is lower than that of [NORMAL], set this item to increase the life of the light 
source. The estimated runtime is approximately 24
  000 hours.
[LONG LIFE1] Although the luminance is lower than that of [ECO], set this item to increase the life of the light 
source. The estimated runtime is approximately 43
  000 hours.
[LONG LIFE2] Although the luminance is lower than that of [LONG LIFE1], set this item to increase the life of the 
light source. The estimated runtime is approximately 61
  000 hours.
[LONG LIFE3] Although the luminance is lower than that of [LONG LIFE2], set this item to increase the life of the 
light source. The estimated runtime is approximately 87
  000 hours.
[USER1] Set [MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL] and [LIGHT OUTPUT] individually.
[USER2]
[USER3]
 f When [NORMAL], [ECO], [LONG LIFE1], [LONG LIFE2], or [LONG LIFE3] is selected, proceed to Step  5)

.
3) Press as to select [MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL].
4)  
Press 
 qw to adjust.
Operation AdjustmentRange of adjustment
Press w. Increases the maximum level of brightness correction.
10.0
  % - 100.0   %
Press q. Decreases the maximum level of brightness correction.
5) Press 
as to select [LIGHT OUTPUT].
6)  
Press 
 qw to adjust.
Operation Adjustment
Range of adjustment
Brightness Runtime (estimate)
Press w. The screen becomes brighter. The runtime becomes shorter.
10.0
  % - 100.0   %
Press q. The screen becomes darker. The runtime becomes longer.
7) Press 
as to select [CONSTANT MODE].
8)  
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
[OFF] Does not perform the brightness control (correction by the brightness sensor).
[AUTO] Performs the brightness control (correction by the brightness sensor).
When the brightness of the light source or white balance changes, the br\
ightness of the screen is 
automatically corrected.
[PC] Synchronizes nine or more projectors through a computer using the dedicated software “Multi 
Projector Monitoring & Control Software”
*1.
*1 “Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software” is included in the supplied CD-ROM.
 f
When not performing the brightness control ([OFF] is selected), proceed to Step  15) .
 fWhen [PC] is selected, proceed to Step 

11 ).
9) Press  as to select [LINK].
10)  
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
[OFF] Performs corrections by the brightness sensor on one projector without s\
ynchronizing with other 
projectors.
The duration that the constant brightness is kept will become longer by setting the value of [LIGHT
 
OUTPUT] smaller.
[GROUP A]
[GROUP B]
[GROUP C]
[GROUP D] Synchronizes corrections on multiple projectors by the brightness sensor
.
You can set up to four groups (A to D) within the same subnet by using the network function.
You can also register and synchronize up to eight projectors in one group.
11) Press  as to select [CALIBRATION TIME].
12)  
Press the number ( - ) buttons on the remote control to enter the time.
 fThe projector is in the adjustment mode (where the time is blinking).
 fPress 

qw to select “hour” or “minute”.   
						

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 fWhen the cursor is moved from [CALIBRA TION TIME] using as, [CALIBRATION TIME] is fixed.
 fBrightness and color are measured at the specified time. 

The dynamic contrast function does not operate during measurement.
 fWhen not specifying the time, press  as

 to select [CALIBRATION TIME] (the state where the time is not blinking), and press the 
 button.
13) Press  as to select [CALIBRATION MESSAGE].
14)  
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
[ON] Displays the message during calibration.
[OFF] Does not display the message during calibration.
15) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Interrelation of luminance and runtime
You can use the projector with desired brightness and duration of use by combining the settings of [CONSTANT MODE] in [MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL], [LIGHT OUTPUT], and [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP].
Interrelation of luminance and runtime is as follows. Make the initial setting (operation setting) depending on your desired duration of use and 
brightness of the projected image.
Values of the luminance and runtime are rough estimations.
 r To set the projector based on the duration of use
Duration of use 
(hour) When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [OFF] When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [AUTO] or [PC]
[MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Luminance (lm) [MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Luminance (lm)
20
  000 100.0 100.06
  500100.0 54.03
  500
24
  000 100.0 80.05
  200100.0 46.03
  000
27
  000 100.0 67.04
  40074.0 43.02
  800
31
  000 100.0 46.03
  00071.0 37.02
  400
35
  000 ―――69.0 32.02
  100
40
  000 ―――66.0 28.01
  800
 rTo set the projector based on luminance
Luminance (lm) When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [OFF] When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [AUTO] or [PC]
[MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Runtime (hour) [MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Runtime (hour)
5
  500 100.0 85.023
  000100.0 85.04
  000
5
  000 100.0 77.025
  000100.0 77.07
  500
4
  500 100.0 69.026
  500100.0 69.011
  000
4
  000 100.0 62.028
  000100.0 62.015
  000
3
  500 100.0 54.029
  500100.0 54.020
  000
3
  000 100.0 46.031
  000100.0 46.024
  000
2
  500 100.0 38.033
  00072.0 38.030
  000
2
  000 ―――68.0 31.036
  500
Note
 fUnder influence of characteristics of each light source, conditions of use, installation environment, etc., the runtime may be shorter than the 
estimation.
 fThe duration of use is referred to as the runtime when you use the proje\
ctor successively

. The duration of use is an estimated duration and 
is not the warranty period.   
						

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Initial setting (installation setting)
Set [PROJECTION METHOD] and [COOLING CONDITION] depending on the installation mode. Refer to “Installation mode” (x   page   30) 
for details.
Set [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] to [OVER 2700m] when using the projector at high altitudes between 2
  700   m (8   858') and 4   200   m (13   780') 
above sea level.
After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECT OR SETUP] menu.
1) Press as to select an item.
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ENTERSET CHANGE
MENU SELECT
It may shorten the life of the light source and projector 
if used in incorrect setting.UNDER 2700mHIGH ALTITUDE MODE COOLING CONDITION
AUTO
When PROJECTION METHOD is changed, confirm that 
COOLING CONDITION is set correctly.PROJECTION METHODFRONT/FLOORINITIAL SETTING
2) Press  qw to switch the setting.
3)  
Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Note
 f When [OPERA TING MODE] is set to [ECO], [LONG LIFE1], [LONG LIFE2], or [LONG LIFE3], the item of [HIGH  ALTITUDE MODE] cannot 
be selected. Use the projector at a location lower than 2   700   m (8   858') above sea level.
Initial setting (standby mode)
Set the operation mode during standby. The factory default setting is [NORMAL], which allows you to use the network function during standby. 
To keep power consumption low during standby, set this function to [ECO]. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from 
the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE].
1) Press qw to switch the setting.
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When set to ECO, network functions and SERIAL OUT 
terminal, and some RS-232C commands are not 
available during standby.
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGESTANDBY MODENORMAL
ENTER
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Note
 f The preceding initial setting screen is displayed when the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase. If [ALL  USER DA TA] is 
executed from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the setting of [STANDBY MODE] set before execution is displayed.   
						

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Initial setting (screen setting)
Set the screen format (aspect ratio) and display position of the image. After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each 
item from the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [SCREEN SETTING].
1) Press  as to select an item.
2)  
Press 
 qw to switch the setting.
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SCREEN POSITION
Set as necessary for the screen in use.
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGE
MENU SELECTSCREEN FORMAT
ENTER
3) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Initial setting (time zone)
Set [TIME ZONE] according to the country or region where the projector is used. 
After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECT OR SETUP] menu → [DATE AND TIME]. The current 
settings are displayed in [LOCAL DATE] and [LOCAL TIME].
1) Press  qw to switch the setting.
+09:006/7
20XX/01/01123456LOCAL DATE
LOCAL TIME
Please set up a time zone according to the area of your 
country or region.
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGE
MENU SELECTTIME ZONE
ENTER
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
Note
 f By default, the time zone of the projector is set to +09:00 (Japan and Korean Standard  T ime). Change the setting in the [PROJECTOR 
SETUP] menu → [DATE AND TIME]  → [TIME ZONE] to the time zone of the region where you use the projector .   
						

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Initial setting (date and time)
Set the local date and time. After completed the initial setting, you can change the setting from the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [DATE 
AND TIME].
To set the date and time automatically, refer to “Setting the date and time automatically” (x
  page   123).
1) Press as to select an item.
20XX7/7
11123456
MONTH
D AY
HOUR
MINUTE
SECOND
Please set the date and time of the built-in clock of the 
projector.
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGE
MENU SELECTYEAR
ENTER
2) Press  qw to switch the setting.
3)  
Press the  button.
 f Confirm the setting value and complete the initial setting.
Making adjustments and selections
It is recommended that images be projected continuously for at least 30 \
minutes before the focus is adjusted.
6)
1) 8)5)
3)
7) 9)
3)
2)
4) 1) 5) 7) 8) 9)
2)
6)
1) Press the  button to roughly adjust the focus of the image. ( x   page   60)
2)  
Change the setting of the [PROJECT
 OR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the 
installation mode. ( x
  page   30)
 fRefer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x   page   67) for the operation of the menu screen.
3) Press the input selection ( and , or , , , , 
, ) button to select the input signal.
(SDI input is supported only for PT
-

RZ670.)
4)
 
Adjust the front, back and sideway tilt of the projector with the adjustable feet. ( x

  page   43)
5)
 
Press the  button to adjust the position of the image.
6)

 
If the input signal is an RGB signal, press the  button.
7)
 
Press the  button to adjust the size of the image to match the screen.
8)

 
Press the  button again to adjust the focus.
9)

 
Press the  button again to adjust the zoom and the size of the image to match the screen.   
						

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Note
 fWhen the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when [ALL  USER DA TA] is executed from the [PROJECTOR 
SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE], the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, then the [INITIAL  SETTING] screen is 
displayed. Refer to “When the initial setting screen is displayed” ( x
  page   52) for details.
Switching off the projector
1)
2)
1)
4)
3)
2)
1) Press the power standby <
v> button.
 fThe  [POWER OFF(STANDBY)] confirmation screen is displayed.
2) Press  qw to select [OK], and press the  button.
(Or press the power standby < v> button again.)
 fProjection of the image will stop, and the power indicator  on the projector body lights in orange. (The fan 
keeps running.)
3) Wait for a few seconds until the power indicator  of the projector lights in red.
4)
 
Press the  side of the  switch to turn off the power
 .
Note
 f For approximately five seconds after the projector is switched of f, the indicator does not light up even if the power is switched on. fThe projector consumes power even when the power standby < v
> button is pressed and the projector is switched off if the main 
power of the projector is on.
When the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], use of some functions is restricted, but the power 
consumption during standby can be conserved.
 f The power can be turned of

f by pressing the  side of the  switch while projecting or by directly using the breaker 
under conditions where the  switch of the projector cannot be switched of f/on easily such as while installing on the ceiling. 
However, the settings or adjustments performed right before the power is turned off may not be reflected.   
						

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Projecting
Check the projection lens attachment (x   page   44), external device connection (x   page   46), power cord connection (x   page   51), 
switch on the power ( x
  page   52) to start projecting. Select the video for projection, and adjust appearance of the projected image.
Selecting the input signal
Select an input signal.
1) Press the input selection ( and , or , , , , 
, ) button on the remote control or the control panel.
(SDI input is supported only for PT
-

RZ670.)
 fThe image of the signal being input in the selected terminal is projecte\
d.
Attention
 fImages may not be projected properly depending on the external device, or the Blu-ray disc or DVD disc, to be played back.
Set the [PICTURE] menu 
→ [SYSTEM SELECTOR].
 fConfirm the aspect ratio of the projection screen and the image, and switch to an optimum aspect ratio from the [POSITION] menu  →

 
[ASPECT].
Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift
If the projected image or the position is not correct when the positioni\
ng of the projector and the screen is correctly installed, adjust the fo\
cus, 
zoom, and shift.
Using the control panel
1) Press the  button on the control panel.
 f Pressing the button changes the adjustment screen in the order of [FOCUS], [ZOOM], and [SHIFT].
2) Select each item and press  asqw to adjust it.
Using the remote control
1) Press the lens (, , ) buttons on the remote control.
 f button:  Adjusts focus.
 f button: 

Adjusts zoom.
 f button: 

Adjusts shift.
2) Select each item and press  asqw to adjust it.
CAUTION
During the lens shift operation, do not insert your hand in any opening around the lens.
Your hand may be caught in between, resulting in injury.
Note
 fWhen the projection lens without the zoom function is attached, the zoom adjustment screen will be displayed. However , operation is not 
possible.
 f Use the fixed-focus lens (Model No.: ET-

DLE055) with the lens position set to the home position. ( x
  page   61)
 fWhen using the fixed-focus lens (Model No.: ET-

DLE030), refer to the user manual provided with the ET
-
 DLE030 on how to make 
adjustments.
 f Adjustments can be performed quickly by holding down  asqw for at least three seconds. fIt is recommended that images be projected continuously for at least 30 \
minutes before the focus is adjusted. fOnly [FOCUS] is shown in yellow so that the displayed menu item can be recognized by color , even when the projector is not focused and 
displayed characters are unreadable. (Factory default)
The display color of [FOCUS] depends on the setting of the [DISPLA Y

 OPTION] menu → [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] → [OSD DESIGN].
 fWhen the projector is switched of

f during the shift adjustment, lens calibration needs to be performed the next time the projector is switched 
on. (x
  page   123)
 fWhen the main power is switched of

f during shift adjustment, a lens calibration error screen will be displayed during the next shift 
adjustment. Execute the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [LENS CALIBRATION].
 f When the lens calibration error is displayed even though [LENS CALIBRA TION] was executed, ask your dealer to repair the unit.