Panasonic LCD Projector Pt Vx41 Operating Instructions

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Settings
Mail with the contents shown below is sent when an error has occurred. z
Command port set up page J
Set the port number to be used with command control.
Click [Detailed set up] → [Command port set up].
1 Input the port number to be used with command control
2 Setting update button
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=== Panasonic projector report(ERROR) ===Projector Type          : PT-VX41Serial No               : 123456789-----  check system -----FAN                           [   OK   ]INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE        [   OK   ]EXHAUST AIR TEMPERATURE       [   OK   ]OPTICS MODULE TEMPERATURE     [   OK   ]LAMP REMAIN TIME              [   OK   ]LAMP STATUS                   [ FAILED ]
(Error code 00 00 00 00 01 00 00 00)
Intake air temperature     :[ 40 degC /  104 degF ]Exhaust air temperature    :[ 30 degC /   86 degF ]Optics module temperature  :[ 70 degC /  158 degF ]
PROJECTOR RUNTIME        600 H
LAMP  ECO              500 HLAMP  NORMAL           300 HLAMP  AUTO               0 HLAMP  REMAIN          2400 H
-------- Current status ---------MAIN VERSION         1.00 NETWORK VERSION      1.00 LAMP STATUS          LAMP=ONINPUT                RGBSIGNAL NAME          XGA6SIGNAL FREQUENCY     0.00kHz / 0.00Hz
----- Wired Network configuration -----DHCP Client  OFF IP address   192.168.0.101MAC address  08:20:9a:fc:00:51
----- Memo ----- 
						

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Settings
Change Password page  J
Click [Change password].
  
1 Administrator
2 User
 Administrator mode 
1 Account
2 Current user name input field
3 Current password input field
4 New user name input field
5 New password input field
6 New password input field (re-enter for confirmation)
7 Button for executing password change
 User account
1 Account
2 New user name input field
3 New password input field
4 New password input field (re-enter for confirmation)
5 Button for executing password change
 User mode
A user can change password only.
1 Current password input field
2 New password input field
3 New password input field (re-enter for confirmation)
4 Button for executing password change
Note
When changing the administrator account, both “Current user name” and “Current password” are required. z
No account is not available . z
Administrator account and user account should be differed. z
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Maintenance
LAMP REPLACE 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 projecto\
r by looking at each indicator. z
Note
Confirm the status of the power indicated on the  indicator. z
 JLAMP REPLACE 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 77)
Note
Contact your dealer for repair services when  indicator persists to light after taking these  z
measurements.
 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? 
- Are the filters 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 filters.
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. Unp\
lug 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 25, 29)
Be sure to observe the procedure “Turning 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 thorou\
ghly before wiping. Dry off the projector  z
with a dry cloth.
Do not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol, other solvents, household cleaners. Using them may\
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cause deterioration of the outer case.
When using chemical treated dusters, follow its instruction. z
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 sc\
ratch its surface.  z
Please handle with care.
Replacing the unit
Air filter units J
Air filter unit prevents dust from accumulating on the  
optical elements inside the projector. Should the air  
filter unit 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 units become clogged, it  
will result in internal heat buildup, the power of the  
projector may be turned off for safety.
If a “Filter warning” icon appears on the screen,  
replace the air filter units immediately. 
Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement air  
filter unit (ET-RFV100).
Replacement of the air filter units J
Remove the air filter units.1 ) 
 
Turn over the projector and pull out the air filter   z
cover (bottom); pull up the handle and take out 
the whole filter (bottom). Press up the latches  
and pull out the air filter cover (side); pull out the  
handle and take out the side filter.
Air filter cover (side)
Latches (press up)Handle (pull out)
Air filter cover (bottom)Handle (pull up)
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Maintenance
Replace the air filter units.2 ) 
Put new air filter units back into the position. Make sure that the filters are fully inserted to the projector. z
Resetting the Filter Counter J
Be sure to reset the Filter counter after replacing the air filter units. (Æpage 57" Filter counter reset")
 
 
Attention
Turn off the power before you replace the air filter units. z
When attaching the air filter units, make sure that the projector is stable, and work in an environment that is  z
safe, even in the event of the air filter units dropping.
Do not operate the projector with the filters 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 malfuncti\
on of the projector. z
Do not wash the filters with water or any other liquid matter. Otherwise the filters may be damaged. z
The air filter unit to be replaced should be an unused product. z
After replacing the air filter, reset the filter counter. Otherwise, the power of the projector may be turned off for  z
safety.
 
 
Attaching the Air 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 ) 
Remove the air filter cover (bottom). 2 ) (Æpage 74)
Attaching the air filter cover to the projector.3 ) 
Push the cover as the picture shown. z
Attach the projector to the ceiling mount 4 ) 
 in accordance with the instruction 
 manuals which come with the ceiling 
 mount.
Attention
Please keep the air filter cover (bottom) for later use. z
If the Projector Mount Base ET-PKV100B is applied, the supplied air filter cover is unnecessary. z
To Ceiling Mount
Air Filter 
Cover
(supplied)
Projector 
						

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Maintenance
 JLamp unit
The lamp unit is a consumable component. You can check the total usage time using Lamp runtime in the 
Information menu on page 58.
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-LAV100).
CAUTION:
■ Do not replace the lamp unit when it is hot. (Wait at least 45 minutes after use.)
The inside of the cover can become very hot, take care to avoid burn inj\
uries.
Notes on the replacement of the lamp unit J
The luminous source of the lamp is made of glass and may burst  z
if you hit it against a hard surface or drop it. 
Please handle with care.
A Phillips screwdriver is required for replacement of the lamp unit. z
When replacing the lamp unit, be sure to hold it by the handle. z
When replacing the lamp because it has stopped illuminating,  z
there is a possibility that the lamp may be broken. If replacing the 
lamp of a projector which has been installed on the ceiling, you 
should always assume that the lamp is broken, and you should 
stand to the side of the lamp cover, not underneath it. Remove 
the lamp cover gently. Small pieces of glass may fall out when 
the lamp cover is opened. If pieces of glass get into your eyes or mouth\
, seek medical advice immediately.
The lamp contains mercury. Consult your local municipality or your dealer about correct disposal \
of used  z
lamp units.
Attention
Do not use other than designated lamp units. z
The part numbers of accessories and separately sold components are subje\
ct to change without notice. z
When to replace the lamp unit J
The lamp unit is a consumable component. Brightness decreases according \
to duration of usage, so 
periodical replacement of the lamp unit is necessary.
When the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end of life, the L\
amp replacement icon appears on the 
screen and  indicator lights yellow. Replace the lamp with a new one promptly.
Lamp runtime
On screen
Lamp replacement icon
LAMP REPLACE indicator
Over 3 000 hours *
Over 3 200 hours *
The message is displayed for 4 seconds. If you 
press any button within the 4 seconds, the message 
disappears.
If the power is turned on without replacing the lamp, 
the power automatically turns off after approximately 
ten minutes to prevent the malfunction of the 
projector.
Lights in yellow (even in  
stand-by mode).
* 3 200 hours of use is a rough guideline, but is not a guarantee. The lamp runtime differs depending on the 
setting of "Lamp power" menu.
Note
The Lamp replacement icon will not appear when the [Display] function is set to [Of f] ( zÆpage 52), or during 
"Freeze" (Æpage 32), or "AV mute" (Æpage 33). 
						

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Maintenance
 JReplacing the Lamp unit
CAUTION:
When the projector is mounted on a ceiling, do not work with your face c\
lose to the projector. z
Attach the lamp unit and the lamp cover securely. z
When you experience difficulty in installing the lamp, remove it and try again. If you use force to install the  z
lamp, the connector may be damaged.
Turn off the Power by following the procedure             1 ) 
in “Turning off the projector (Æpage 29)”.            
Unplug the AC power cord. Wait at least 
45 minutes and make sure the lamp unit and              
surroundings are cool.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the 2 ) 
lamp cover fixing screw and open the  
lamp cover.
Open the lamp cover by pulling it slowly toward the  z
direction of the arrow.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the  3 ) 
three lamp unit fixing screws until the  
screws turn freely. Hold the used lamp  
unit by its handles, and pull it gently  
from the projector.
Insert the new lamp unit in correct direction.  4 ) 
Tighten the three lamp unit fixing screws  
securely with a Phillips screwdriver.
Close the lamp cover, and tighten the  5 ) 
lamp cover fixing screw securely with  
a Phillips screwdriver.
Close the lamp cover by pushing it slowly opposite   z
the direction of the arrow.
Note
When you replace the new lamp unit (ET-LAV100), the projector resets the total usage time of the  z
lamp unit automatically.
Lamp cover
Lamp cover 
fixing screw
Lamp unit fixing screws
Lamp uni t
Lamp unitHandle
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Maintenance
Attaching the Lens Cap
When moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period\
 of time, attach the lens cap.
Attach the lens cap according to the following procedures.
Thread the string (supplied) through  1 ) 
the hole on the lens cap.
Push the other end of the string into  2 ) 
the front part of the hook (as the  
picture shown) on the bottom of the 
projector. 
						

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Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages.\
ProblemCauseReference 
page
Power does not turn 
on.
The power cord may not be connected. z—
No electric supply is at the wall outlet. z—
The circuit breakers have tripped. z—
I zs the  indicator,  indicator, or  
indicator lit or blinking?
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The lamp cover has not been securely installed. z77
No picture appears.
The video signal input source may not be connected to a terminal  z
properly.
24
The input selection setting may not be correct. z31
The [Brightness] adjustment setting may be at the minimum setting. z44
The input source which is connected to the projector may have a  z
problem.
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The [AV mute] function may be in use. z33
The picture is fuzzy.
The lens focus may not have been set correctly. z30
The projector may not be at the correct distance from the screen. z22
The lens may be dirty. z14
The projector may be tilted too much. z
The lens cap is still attached to the lens.  z
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15
The color is pale or 
grayish.
[Color] or [Tint] adjustment may be incorrect. z44
The input source which is connected to the projector may not be  z
adjusted correctly.
—
RGB cable is damaged. z—
No sound from the 
internal speaker
The input terminals may not have been correctly connected. z24
The volume may have been set to the minimum level. z33, 50
The [AV mute] function may have been turned on. z33
When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector's built-in speaker is  z
not available.
19
The [Mute] function may have been turned on. z34, 50
The remote control 
does not operate.
The batteries may be weak. z—
The batteries may not have been inserted correctly. z20
The remote control signal receiver on the projector may be obstructed. z17
The remote control unit may be out of the operation range. z17
Strong light such as fluorescent shine onto the signal receptor. z17
When different codes are set on the projector and on the remote contro zl.56
The control buttons 
of the projector do 
not operate.
The control panel is not available if the control panel is locked at [Key  z
lock] under [Security] of [Setting] section.
55
The picture does not 
display correctly.
There may be a problem with the VCR or other signal source. z
A signal which is not compatible with the projector is being input. z
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88-91
Picture from a 
computer does not 
appear.
The cable may be longer than the optional cable. z—
The external video output from a laptop computer may not be correct.  z— 
						

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Maintenance
ProblemCauseReference 
page
Picture from a HDMI 
device does not 
appear or picture is 
not stable.
Is the HDMI cable securely connected? z24
Turn off the power of the projector and the connected devices. Then turn  z
the power of the projector and the connected devices back on.
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Isn't unsupported signal cable connected? z88-91
No sound is output 
from a HDMI device.
Set the sound channel of the attached device to Linear PCM. z—
If no audio signal is output during HDMI cable connection, connect the  z
audio cable to COMPUTER AUDIO IN 2 terminal and set to "Computer 
2" in "Sound" of "Setting" menu. 
53
The image is 
distorted or runs off.
Check [PC adj.] or [Screen] and adjust them. z41, 47
The exclamation 
mark  appears 
on the screen.
Your operation is invalid. Operate correctly. z—
Note
If the problem persists, after confirming the contents of the table, please consult your dealer. z