Panasonic LCD Projector Pt Vw350 Operating Instructions

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=== Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) ===
Projector Type          : PT-VW350
Serial No               : 000000000
-----  E-mail setup data -----
TEMPERATURE WARNING SETUP 
MINIMUM TIME            at [ 60] minutes interval 
INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE  Over [ 32degC / 89degF ] 
ERROR                   [ OFF ] 
LAMP RUNTIME            [ OFF ]   at REMAIN [ 400] H 
LAMP RUNTIME            [ OFF ]   at REMAIN [ 200] H 
INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE  [ OFF ] 
-----  check system -----
FAN                           [   OK   ]
INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE        [   OK   ]
EXHAUST AIR  TEMPERATURE       [   OK   ]
OPTICS MODULE TEMPERATURE     [   OK   ]
LAMP REMAIN TIME              [   OK   ]
LAMP STATUS                   [   OK   ]
APERTURE (CONTRAST-SHUTTER)   [   OK   ]
AIR FILTER                    [   OK   ]
(Error code 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00)
Intake air temperature     : 31 degC /  87 degF 
Exhaust air temperature    : 37 degC /  98 degF 
Optics module temperature  : 39 degC / 102 degF 
PROJECTOR RUNTIME         800 H
LAMP NORMAL              500 H
LAMP ECO                 700 H
LAMP REMAIN             4000 H
-------- Current status ---------
MAIN VERSION         1.00
NETWORK VERSION      1.00
SUB VERSION          1.00
LAMP STATUS          LAMP=ON
INPUT                RGB
SIGNAL NAME          XGA6
SIGNAL FREQUENCY     0.00kHz / 0.00Hz
----- Wired Network configuration -----
DHCP Client  OFF 
IP address   192.168.10.100
MAC address  04:20:9A:00:00:00
----- Memo -----
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=== Panasonic projector report(ERROR) ===
Projector Type          : PT-VW350
Serial No               : 000000000
-----  check system -----
FAN                           [   OK   ]
INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE        [   OK   ]
EXHAUST AIR  TEMPERATURE       [   OK   ]
OPTICS MODULE TEMPERATURE     [   OK   ]
LAMP REMAIN TIME              [   OK   ]
LAMP STATUS                   [   OK   ]
APERTURE (CONTRAST-SHUTTER)   [   OK   ]
AIR FILTER                    [ FAILED ]
(Error code  00 00 00 20 00 00 00 00 )
Intake air temperature     : 31 degC /  87 degF 
Exhaust air temperature    : 37 degC /  98 degF 
Optics module temperature  : 39 degC / 102 degF 
PROJECTOR RUNTIME         800 H
LAMP NORMAL              500 H
LAMP ECO                 700 H
LAMP REMAIN             4000 H
-------- Current status ---------
MAIN VERSION         1.00 
NETWORK VERSION      1.00 
SUB VERSION          1.00
LAMP STATUS          LAMP=OFF
INPUT                 RGB
----- Wired Network configuration -----
DHCP Client  OFF 
IP address   192.168.10.100
MAC address  04:20:9A:00:00:00
----- Memo -----
[Port set up] page
Set the port number used for command control.
Click [Detailed set up] → [Port set up].
1 [COMMAND PORT]Set the port number used for command control.
2 [Wake on LAN PORT]When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [NETWORK], set the port number used for the Wake on LAN function.
3 [Submit]Update the settings.
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							[ECO management set up] page
You can make settings for the ECO management function of the projector.
Click [Detailed set up] → [ECO management set up].
1 [LAMP POWER]Selects the [LAMP POWER] setting.
2 [AUTO POWER SAVE]Select [ON] to set [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION], [SIGNAL DETECTION], and [AV MUTE DETECTION].
3 [AMBIENT LIGHT DETECTION]Enable ([ON])/disable ([OFF]) the ambient light detection function. 
4 [SIGNAL DETECTION]Enable ([ON])/disable ([OFF]) the signal detection function.
5 [AV MUTE DETECTION]Enable ([ON])/disable ([OFF]) the AV mute detection function.
6 [POWER MANAGEMENT]Select the power consumption mode.
7 [TIMER]Select the time that the lamp is turned off when the POWER MANAGEMENT function is using.
8 [Submit]Update the setting.
Note
 fFor detailed description of each setting item, refer to the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu of the projector → [ECO 
MANAGEMENT] (x page 71).
[Change password] page 
Click [Change password].
1 [Administrator]
Used to change the setting of [Administrator].
2 [User]
Used to change the setting of [User].
3 [Next]
Used to change the setting of the password.
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							[Administrator] account
1 [Account : Administrator]Displays the account to change. 
2 [Current] [User name]Enter the user name before the change.
3 [Current] [Password]Enter the current password.
4 [New] [User name]Enter the desired new user name.  (Up to 16 characters in single byte)
5 [New] [Password]Enter the desired new password.  (Up to 16 characters in single byte)
6 [New] [Password (Retype)]Enter the desired new password again.
7 [OK]Determines the change of password.
[User] account
1 [Account : User]Displays the account to change.
2 [New] [User name]Enter the desired new user name.  (Up to 16 characters in single byte)
3 [New] [Password]Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters in single byte)
4 [New] [Password (Retype)]Enter the desired new password again.
5 [OK]Determines the change of password.
[Change password] (For user rights)
Only the change of password is enabled under the user rights.
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							1 [Old Password]
Enter the current password.
2 [New Password]
Enter the desired new password. (Up to 16 characters 
in single byte)
3 [Retype]
Enter the desired new password again.
4 [OK]
Determines the change of password.
Note
 fTo change the account of the administrator, you must enter the [User name] and [Password] in [Current].
[Crestron Connected(TM)] page 
The projector can be monitored/controlled with Crestron Connected™.
To start the Crestron Connected™ control page from the web control screen, you need to access with the administra\
tor rights. 
(For user rights, the [Crestron Connected(TM)] button is not displayed on the web control screen.)
The control page of Crestron Connected™ is displayed by clicking [Crestron Connected(TM)].
It is not displayed if Adobe® Flash® Player is not installed on the computer used, or the browser used does not support Flash. 
In that case, click [Back] on the control page to go back to the previous page.
Control page
1 [Tools], [Info], [Help]
Tabs for selecting the setting, information or help 
page of the projector.
2 [POWER]
Turns on/off the power.
3 [VOL DOWN], [AV MUTE], [VOL UP]
Adjusts the volume.
Switches the AV mute function on/off.
4 [Input Select] Controls input selection. 
Not available when the power of the projector is turned off.
5 Menu screen control buttons
Navigates the menu screen.
6 Freeze/image quality adjustment
Controls items related to freeze/image quality.
7 [Back]
Performs return to the previous page.
[Tools] page
Click [Tools] on the control page.
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							1 [Control System]
Set the information required for communicating with the
controller to be connected with the projector.
2 [User Password]
Set the user rights password for the Crestron 
Connected™ control page.
3 [Admin Password]
Set the administrator rights password for the Crestron 
Connected™ control page.
4 Network statusDisplays the settings of wired LAN.[DHCP]Displays the current setting.[IpAddress]Displays the current setting.[SubnetMask]Displays the current setting.[DefaultGateway]Displays the current setting.[DNSServer]Displays the current setting.
5 [Exit]Returns to the control page.
[Info] page
Click [Info] on the control page.
1 [Projector Name]Displays the projector name.
2 [Mac Address]Displays the MAC address.
3 [Lamp Hours]Displays the runtime of the lamp (converted value).
4 [Power Status]Displays the status of the power.
5 [Source]Displays the selected input.
6 [Lamp Mode]Displays the setting status of [LAMP POWER] 
(x page 71).
7 [Error Status]Displays the error status.
8 [Exit]Returns to the control page.
[Help] page
Click [Help] on the control page.
The [Help Desk] window is displayed.
1 [Help Desk]
Send/receive messages to/from an administrator who uses Crestron Connected™.
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							Chapter 5   Maintenance
This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, ma\
intenance, and 
replacement of the units.
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							Lamp and Warning Indicators
When an indicator lights up
If a problem should occur inside the projector, the lamp indicator  and the warning indicator  will inform 
you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and remedy the indicated problems as follows.
Attention
 fBefore you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering Off the 
projector”. (x page 39)
Lamp indicator
IndicatorLighting in red.Blinking in red.
StatusTime to replace the lamp unit.A problem is detected in the lamp or the power supply for the 
lamp.
Check
 fWas [REPLACE LAMP] displayed when 
you turned on the power?
 fThe indicator lights up when the 
runtime of the lamp unit has reached 
5 000 hours (when [LAMP POWER] is 
set to [NORMAL]).
 fHave you turned on the 
power again immediately 
after turning it off?
 fSome error has occurred in 
the lamp circuit. Check for 
fluctuation (or drop) in the 
source voltage.
Remedy fReplace the lamp unit.
 fWait a while until the 
luminous lamp cools off, 
and then turn on the power.
 fTurn off the projector, and 
unplug the AC power cord, 
and consult your dealer.
Note
 fIf the lamp indicator  is still lighting or blinking after taking the preceding measures, ask your dealer for repair .
Warning indicator
IndicatorLighting in red.Blinking in red.Blinking in red. (Slow)
StatusInternal temperature is high (warning).Internal temperature is high 
(standby status).
The projector detects an 
abnormal condition and 
cannot be turned on.
Check
 fIs the air intake/exhaust port blocked?
 fIs the room temperature high?
 fIs the air filter unit dirty?
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Remedy
 fRemove any objects that are blocking the air intake / exhaust port.
 fInstall the projector in a location with an ambient temperature of 0 °C 
(32 °F) to 40 °C (104 °F).
 fDo not use the projector at high altitudes of 2 700 m (8 858') or higher 
above sea level.
 fReplace the air filter unit. (x page 99)
 fIf the projector is turned off 
again, unplug the AC power 
cord and contact the dealer 
or the service center for 
service and checkup.
Note
 fIf the warning indicator  is still lighting or blinking after taking the preceding measures, ask your dealer for 
repair.
Lamp indicator 
Warning indicator 
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							Maintenance/replacement
Before performing maintenance/replacement
 fWhen you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. (x pages 35, 39)
 fBe sure to observe the procedure “Powering Off the projector” (x page 39) when performing power supply operation.
Maintenance
Outer Case
Wipe off dirt and dust using a soft dry cloth.
 fIf the dirt is persistent, soak the cloth with water and wring it thorou\
ghly before wiping. Dry off the projector with a dry cloth. fDo not use benzene, thinner or rubbing alcohol, other solvents or household cleaners. Using them may cause deterioration of the outer case.
 fWhen using chemical treated dusters, follow its instruction.
Front glass surface of the lens
Wipe off the dirt and dust off the front surface of the lens with soft clean cloth.
 fDo not use a cloth that has an abrasive surface or a cloth that is moist\
, oily or covered with dust. fDo not use excessive force when wiping the lens as it is fragile. fDo not use benzene, thinner or rubbing alcohol, other solvents or household cleaners. Using them may cause deterioration 
of the lens.
Attention
 fThe lens is made of glass. Impacts or excessive force when wiping may scratch its surface. 
Please handle with care.
Replacing the unit
Air filter unit
The air filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector . Should the air 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 the air filter unit become clogged, it will result in internal heat buildup, the power of the projector may be turned of f for safety.
If a warning message appears on the screen, replace the air filter immediately. 
Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement air filter unit (ET-RFV300).
Removing the air filter unit
1) Remove the air filter cover. (Fig.1)
 fOpen the air filter cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it.
2) Remove the air filter unit.
 fHold the tab of the air filter unit and pull out in the direction of the arrow . (Fig.2)
 fAfter removing the air filter unit, remove foreign objects and dust from the air filter compartment and the projector ’s air intake port if there are any.
Air filter unit
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Fig.1 Fig.2
Air filter cover
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							Attaching the air filter unit
1) Attach the unused air filter unit to the projector.
 fHold the air filter unit that the tab is in up-left side in the figure, put the right side in the figure first, and press the tab side until make a click sound.
 fPlease press the tab of the air filter unit other than the pleated filter during installation.
2) Install the air filter cover.
 fPerform Step 1) in “Removing the air filter unit” (x page 99) in the reverse order to close the air filter cover and press 
it firmly until make a click sound. 
 fMake sure that the air filter cover is closed tightly.
Resetting the filter counter
Be sure to reset the filter counter after replacing the air filter unit.
1) Connect the power plug, press the power  button on the control panel or on the remote control.
2) Press the  button to display the main menu, then press as to select [PROJECTOR SETUP].
3) Press the  button, press as to select [FILTER COUNTER].
4) Press the  button, press as to select [FILTER COUNTER RESET].
5) Press the  button.
 f[FILTER COUNTER RESET] confirmation is displayed. 
6) Press qw to select [OK], then press the  button.
 fThe filter usage time is 0 after reset.
Attention
 fTurn off the power before you replace the air filter unit.
 fWhen attaching the air filter unit, make sure that the projector is stable, and work in an environment that is safe, even in the 
event of the air filter unit dropping.
 fMake sure that the air filter unit is properly attached before using the projector. If it is not attached, the projector will suck in 
dirt and dust causing a malfunction.
 fDo not put anything into the air vents. Doing so may result in malfuncti\
on of the projector.
 fThe air filter unit to be replaced should be an unused product.
 fAfter replacing the air filter, reset the filter counter. Otherwise, “FILTER COUNTER has reached the set time.” will appear on 
screen.
Note
 fThe replacement cycle of the air filter unit varies greatly depending on the usage environment.
Lamp unit
The lamp unit is a consumable component.  
Refer to “When to replace the lamp unit” (x page 101) for details about the replacement cycle.
It is recommended to ask an authorized engineer to replace the lamp unit. Contact your dealer .
Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAV300).
Warning
Do not replace the lamp unit when it is hot. (Wait at least 1 hour after use.)
The inside of the cover can become very hot, take care to avoid burn inj\
uries.
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