Panasonic LCD Projector Pt Vx42 Operating Instructions

							Important Safety Notice
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Read this first!
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							 rTrademarks
 fHDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI 
Licensing LLC. fPJLink™ is a trademark or pending trademark in Japan, the United States, and other countries and regions.
 fRoomView, Crestron RoomView are registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc, and Crestron Connected™ and Fusion RV are trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc.
 fWi-Fi®, Wi-Fi DirectTM and MiracastTM are registered trademarks or trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
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 fVueMagic is a trademark of Pixelworks, Inc. 
 fAdobe, Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
 fSome of the fonts used in the on-screen menu are Ricoh bitmap fonts, which are manufactured and sold by Ricoh Company, Ltd.
 fThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License, VC-1 Patent Portfolio License and MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard, VC-1 Standard and MPEG-4 Visual Standard (“AVC/VC-1/MPEG-4 Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC/VC-1/MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC/VC-1/MPEG-4 Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use.  Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www .mpegla.com
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 rSoftware information regarding this product 
This product incorporates the following software.(1) The software which is developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation(2) The software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation(3) The software which is licensed under the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version2.0 (GPL V2.0)(4) The software which is licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version2.1 (LGPL V2.1) (5) Open source software which is not licensed under the GPL V2.0 and LGPL V2.1
The software categorized as (3) ~ (5), the license is available in accordance with gnu general public license and gnu lesser general public license respectively, it is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but without any warranty, without even the implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.  As for the terms and conditions, please refer to the software license of the supplied CD-ROM. 
If you wish to ask any questions as to the software, please contact ([email protected]) by email.
 rIllustrations in these operating instructions
 fNote that illustrations of the projector and screens may differ from the ones you actually see. 
 fPictures shown are illustrations of PT-VX605N in this manual, other models have their own characteristics and may be different from them.
 rPage references
 fReference pages in this manual are indicated as: (Æ page 00).
 rTerm
 fIn this manual, the “Wireless remote control unit” accessory is referred to as the “Remote control”.
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							Features of the Projector
Excellent Basic Performance
 ▶Unique optical system, lamp dimming 
system and the DAYLIGHT VIEW function 
allow you to project a good-quality image 
even in a bright room.
 ▶It has many useful functions such as 
compact design for portability and multiple 
input interface etc..
Easy Setup
 ▶The 1.6x optical zoom and the lens shift 
allow more flexible setup of the projector.
 ▶KEYSTONE, CORNER CORRECTION and 
CURVED CORRECTION functions allow 
you to correct the image distortion easily in 
various places.
Easy Maintenance
 ▶New lamp driving system and long life filter 
have greatly improved the recommended 
time to replace the lamp and filter, so you 
can reduce the maintenance cost.
[Reference]
 fLamp:  5 000 Hours ([LAMP POWER] is set to [NORMAL]) 
7 000 Hours ([LAMP POWER] is set to [ECO])
 fFilter: 7 000 Hours
*  
This time is only the target for replacement and not the 
warranty time.
Multi-device Connect Extensions
 ▶With the supplied application software 
“Wireless Manager ME6.2” and Miracast 
function, you can project the display screen 
on the devices over wireless LAN.
 ▶Memory viewer function allows you to 
project video and still images which are 
stored in USB memory without using 
computer.
Quick Steps
For details, see the corresponding pages.
1. Set up your projector.  
(Æ page 31)
2. Connect with external devices.  
(Æ page 36)
3. Connect the power cord.  
(Æ page 41)
4. Power on. 
(Æ page 42)
5. Make initial settings. 
(Æ page 42)
 fTake this step when you power on for the first time after purchasing the projector.
6. Select the input signal.  
(Æ page 45)
7. Adjust the image.  
(Æ page 45)
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							Contents
Contents
Read this first! ............................................2
Declaration of Conformity .....................................10
Chapter 1   Preparation
Precautions for use .................................................17
Cautions when transporting ..................................17
Cautions when installing .......................................17
Security ................................................................18
DIGITAL LINK .......................................................18
Cautions on use ...................................................19
Disposal ................................................................19
Notes on Using Wireless Connection ...................20
Accessories ..........................................................22
Contents of the supplied CD-ROM .......................23
Optional accessories ............................................23
About your projector ...............................................24
Remote control .....................................................24
Projector body ......................................................25
Preparing the remote control .................................28
Inserting and removing batteries  ..........................28
When using the system with multiple projectors ..28
Attaching the Lens Cap ..........................................29
Chapter 2   Getting Started
Setting up .................................................................31
Installation mode ..................................................31
Parts for ceiling mount (optional) ..........................31
Screen size and throw distance ...........................32
Adjusting adjustable feet ......................................34
Adjusting the position using the vertical lens 
shift function ......................................................34
Connecting ...............................................................36
Before connecting ................................................36
Connecting example : AV equipment  ...................37
Connecting example : Computers ........................38
Connecting example: Twisted-pair-cable 
transmitter .........................................................38
Chapter 3   Basic Operations
Powering on/off the projector ................................41
Connecting the power cord ..................................41
Power indicator .....................................................41
Powering On the Projector ...................................42
When the initial setting screen is displayed ..........42
Making adjustments and selections .....................43
Powering Off the Projector ...................................44
Direct Power Off function .....................................44
Projecting .................................................................45
Selecting the input signal  .....................................45
How to adjust the state of the image ....................45
Basic operations by using the remote control .....46
Using the AUTO SETUP function .........................46
Using the SCREEN ADJ button ............................46
Controlling the volume of the speaker ..................47
Using the FUNCTION button ................................47
Switching the input signal .....................................47
Using the MEMORY VIEWER function ................48
Using the Miracast function  ..................................48
Using the Panasonic APPLICATION function ......48
Using the DIGITAL ZOOM function ......................49
Using the FREEZE function .................................49
Using the AV MUTE function ................................50
Using the P-TIMER function .................................50
Using the MUTE function .....................................50
Setting the ID number of the remote control  ........50
Chapter 4   Settings
Menu Navigation ......................................................53
Navigating through the menu ...............................53
Resetting adjustment values to the factory default 5 4
Main menu ............................................................54
Sub menu .............................................................54
[PICTURE] menu ......................................................57
[PICTURE MODE] ................................................57
[CONTRAST] ........................................................57
[BRIGHTNESS] ....................................................57
[COLOR] ...............................................................58
[TINT] ...................................................................58
[SHARPNESS]  .....................................................58
[COLOR TEMPERATURE] ...................................58
[IRIS] ....................................................................59
[ADVANCED MENU] ............................................59
[DAYLIGHT VIEW] ................................................59
[DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] ...............................60
[NOISE REDUCTION] ..........................................60
[TV-SYSTEM] .......................................................60
[RGB/YPBPR] / [RGB/YCBCR] ................................60
[POSITION] menu ....................................................62
[REALTIME KEYSTONE] .....................................62
[SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] (For PT-VW535N and 
PT-VX605N) ...............................................................62
[SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] (For PT-VZ575N)  ...........64
[SHIFT] .................................................................67
[DOT CLOCK].......................................................68
[CLOCK PHASE] ..................................................68
[OVER SCAN] ......................................................68
[ASPECT] .............................................................69
[FRAME LOCK] ....................................................69
[LANGUAGE] menu .................................................70
[LANGUAGE] .......................................................70
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu  
.......................................71
[ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] ......................................71
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							[HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL] ........................................72
[DIGITAL LINK SIGNAL LEVEL] ...........................72
[CLOSED CAPTION SETTING] (Only for NTSC, 
480i YCBCR input) .......................................................73
[SCREEN SETTING]  ...........................................73
[STARTUP LOGO] ................................................74
[AUTO SETUP SETTING] ....................................74
[SIGNAL SEARCH] ..............................................75
[BACK COLOR] ....................................................75
[WIDE MODE]  ......................................................75
[SXGA MODE] ......................................................75
[P-TIMER] .............................................................76
[OTHER FUNCTIONS] .........................................77
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ..................................78
[STATUS] ..............................................................78
[COMPUTER1 INPUT SETTING].........................78
[COMPUTER2 SELECT] ......................................78
[PROJECTOR ID]  .................................................79
[INITIAL START UP] .............................................79
[PROJECTION METHOD] ....................................79
[LAMP POWER] ...................................................79
[ECO MANAGEMENT] .........................................80
[RS-232C] .............................................................81
[EMULATE] ...........................................................81
[FUNCTION BUTTON]  .........................................82
[AUDIO SETTING] ...............................................82
[TEST PATTERN] .................................................84
[FILTER COUNTER].............................................84
[INITIALIZE ALL] ..................................................84
[SECURITY] menu ...................................................85
[PASSWORD] .......................................................85
[PASSWORD CHANGE]  ......................................85
[TEXT DISPLAY] ..................................................86
[TEXT CHANGE] ..................................................86
[MENU LOCK] ......................................................86
[MENU LOCK PASSWORD] ................................86
[CONTROL DEVICE SETUP] ...............................87
[NETWORK/USB] menu ..........................................88
Confirmation of the network information ...............88
[DIGITAL LINK MODE] .........................................88
[DIGITAL LINK SETUP] ........................................88
[DIGITAL LINK STATUS] ......................................89
[WIRED LAN] .......................................................89
[WIRELESS LAN] .................................................90
[CONNECTION LOCK] ........................................93
[NAME CHANGE] .................................................94
[PASSWORD]  .......................................................94
[PASSWORD CHANGE]  ......................................94
[NETWORK CONTROL] ......................................94
[AMX D. D.] ..........................................................94
[Crestron Connected(TM)] ....................................95
[EXTRON XTP] ....................................................95
[DIGITAL INTERFACE BOX] ................................95
[LIVE MODE CUT IN] ...........................................95
[MULTI-LIVE] ........................................................95
[MEMORY VIEWER] ............................................96
[VueMagic(TM)] ....................................................96
[STATUS] ..............................................................97
[INITIALIZE] ..........................................................97
Network connections ............................................98
Accessing from the web browser .......................102
Chapter 5   Operation of Function
Memory Viewer function  .......................................11 9
What you can project with the Memory Viewer 
function .............................................................11 9
Cautions on using USB Memory .........................11 9
Displaying the Memory Viewer screen  ...............120
Operations of the Memory Viewer screen ..........120
Playing the still image .........................................121
Playing the video ................................................123
Description of the memory viewer screen ..........124
About Miracast 
.......................................................125
Chapter 6   Maintenance
Lamp and Temperature indicators .......................127
When an indicator lights up ................................127
Maintenance/replacement.....................................128
Before performing maintenance/replacement ....128
Maintenance .......................................................128
Replacing the unit ...............................................128
Troubleshooting ....................................................132
FA Q ........................................................................\
.134
Chapter 7   Appendix
Technical Information ...........................................136
PJLink protocol ...................................................136
Control commands via LAN ................................137
 terminal  ........................................139
[MENU LOCK PASSWORD] operations ............141
List of compatible signals ...................................142
Glossary for network functions ...........................144
Specifications ........................................................146
Dimensions ............................................................149
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards.......................150
Index .......................................................................151
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							Chapter 1   Preparation
This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the\
 projector.
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							Precautions for use
Cautions when transporting
 fWhen transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may 
damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
 fDo not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet.
Cautions when installing
 rDo not set up the projector outdoors.
 fThe projector is designed for indoor use only. 
 rDo not use under the following conditions.
 fPlaces where vibration and impacts occur such as in a car or vehicle: Do\
ing so may damage the internal parts and result in 
malfunctions.
 fNear the exhaust of an air conditioner: Depending on the conditions of use, the screen may fluctuate in rare cases due 
to the heated air from the air exhaust port or the hot or cooled air. Make sure that the exhaust from the projector or other 
equipment, or the air from the air conditioner does not blow toward the \
front of the projector.
 fPlaces with sharp temperature fluctuations such as near lights (studio lamps): Doing so may shorten the life of the lamp, or 
result in deformation of the outer case due to heat, which may cause mal\
functions. 
The operating environment temperature of the projector should be between 0 °C (32 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F) when using it at 
elevations lower than 1 200 m (3 937') above sea level*1, and between 0 °C (32 °F) and 30 °C (86 °F) when using it at high 
altitudes (between 1 200 m (3 937') and 2 700 m (8 858') above sea level).
*1 When the operating environment temperature of the projector is between 35 °C (95°F) and 40 °C (104 °F), the lamp mode will change 
to [ECO] automatically.
 fNear high-voltage power lines or near motors: Doing so may interfere with the operation of the projector .
 rBe sure to ask a specialized technician when installing the product to a ceiling.
This requires an optional ceiling mount bracket. Be sure to use the Proj\
ector Mount Bracket together with the ceiling mount 
bracket for high ceilings or low ceilings.
Model No.: 
① ET-PKL100H (for high ceilings), ET-PKV400B (Projector Mount Bracket) 
② ET-PKL100S (for low ceilings), ET-PKV400B (Projector Mount Bracket) 
 rQualified cable is required for DIGITAL LINK connection, be sure to consult a specialized technician or your 
dealer.
Imperfect wiring may cause poor performance of cable transmission, such \
as distorted or choppy image and sound.
 rThe projector may not work properly due to strong radiowave from the bro\
adcast station or the radio.
If there is any facility or equipment, which outputs strong radiowave, n\
ear the installation location, install the projector at a 
location sufficiently far from the source of the radiowave. Or, wrap the LAN cable connected to the  
terminal by using a piece of metal foil or a metal pipe, of which is gro\
unded at both ends.
 rFocus adjustment
The projection lens is thermally affected by the light from the light source, making the focus unstable in \
the period just after 
switching on the power. It is recommended that the images are projected continuously for at le\
ast 30 minutes before the focus 
is adjusted.
 rDo not install the projector at elevations of 2 700 m (8 858') or higher above sea lev\
el.
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
 rDo not tilt the projector or place it on its side.
Do not tilt the projector body more than approximately ±30 degrees vertically or ±15 degrees horizontally . Over tilting may 
result in shortening the life of the components. 
Within 15°
Within 15°Within 30°
Within 30°
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							 rCautions when setting the projectors
 fDo not stack the projectors.
 fDo not use the projector supporting it by the top.
 fDo not block the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of the projector.
 fAvoid heating and cooling air from the air conditioning system directly blow to the ventilation ports (intake and exhaust) of 
the projector.
over 500 mm 
(19-11/16")over 1 000 mm 
(39-3/8")
over 500 mm 
(19-11/16") over 200 mm 
(7-7/8")
 fDepending on where the projector is used, heated air from an exhaust port or warm or cold air from an air conditioner can 
cause a shimmering effect on screen. 
Avoid using in locations where exhaust or streams of air from projector, other devices and air conditioners flow between the 
projector and the screen.
 fDo not install the projector in a confined space.  
When placing the projector in a confined space, a ventilation and/or air conditioning system is required. Exhaust heat may 
accumulate when the ventilation is not enough, triggering the protection\
 circuit of the projector.
Security
Take safety measures against following incidents.
 fPersonal information being leaked via this product.
 fUnauthorized operation of this product by a malicious third party
.
 fInterfering or stopping of this product by a malicious third party.
Security instruction (Æ pages 85, 94, 113)
 fMake your password as difficult to guess as possible.
 fChange your password periodically.
 fPanasonic or its affiliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer . Do not tell your password in case you 
receive such an inquiry.
 fThe connecting network must be secured by firewall or others.
 fSet a password for web control and restrict the users who can log in.
DIGITAL LINK
“DIGITAL LINK” is a technology that uses a twisted-pair-cable to transmit video, audio, Ethernet, and serial control signals.
The projector supports the optional Digital Interface Box (Model No.: ET-YFB100G) and the “XTP transmitter” of Extron 
Electronics. For the twisted-pair-cable transmitter of other manufacturers of which the operation has been verified with this 
projector, refer to Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other 
manufacturers has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For 
operation or performance problems caused by the devices of other manufac\
turers, contact the respective manufacturers.
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							Cautions on use
 rTo get a good picture quality
 fIn order to view a beautiful image in higher contrast, prepare an approp\
riate environment. Draw curtains or blinds over 
windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indo\
or lamps from shining onto the 
screen.
 rDo not touch the surface of the projector lens with your bare hand.
If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified and projected onto the screen.
Attach the supplied lens cap to the projection lens when you do not use \
the projector.
 rLCD panel
The LCD panel is precision-made. Note that in rare cases, pixels of high precision could be missing or always lit. Note that 
such phenomena do not indicate malfunction. If still images are projecte\
d for a long time, a residual image may remain on the 
LCD panel. Note that the residual image may not disappear. 
 rOptical parts
When the operating environment temperature is high or in environments where lots of dust, cigarette smoke, etc. is present, 
the replacement cycle of the LCD panel, deflection panel and other optical parts may be shorter even if used for less than one 
year. Consult your dealer for details. 
 rDo not move the projector or subject it to vibration or impact while it \
is operating.
Doing so may shorten the life of the built-in motor. 
 rLamp
The light source of the projector is a high-pressure mercury lamp.
A high-pressure mercury lamp has the following characteristics.
 fThe luminance of the lamp will decrease by duration of usage.
 fThe lamp may burst with a loud sound or have its service life shortened \
because of shock, chipping, or degradation due to 
cumulative runtime.
 fThe lamp life varies greatly depending on individual differences and usage conditions. In particular, continuous use for 12 
hours or more and frequent off/on switching of the power greatly deteriorate the lamp and affects the lamp life.
 fIn rare cases, the lamp burst shortly after the projection.
 fThe risk of bursting increases when the lamp is used beyond its replacem\
ent cycle. Make sure to replace the lamp unit 
consistently. (“When to replace the lamp unit” (Æ page 130), "Replacing the Lamp unit" (Æ page 130))
 fIf the lamp bursts, gas contained inside of the lamp is released in a fo\
rm of smoke.
 fIt is recommended to store replacement lamps for contingency.
 rComputer and external device connections
When connecting a computer or an external device, read this manual carefully regarding the use of power cords and shielded 
cables as well.
Disposal
To dispose of the product, ask your local authorities or dealer for corre\
ct methods of disposal.
The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of used lamp units, contact your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of 
disposal.
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							Notes on Using Wireless Connection
Wireless connection function of the projector uses radio waves in the 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz band.
A radio station license is not required, but be sure to read and fully un\
derstand the following items before use.
 rDo not use near other wireless equipment.
The following equipment may use radio waves in the same band as the proj\
ector.
When the projector is used near these devices, radio wave interference may make communication impossible, or the 
communication speed may become slower.
 fMicrowave ovens, etc.
 fIndustrial, chemical and medical equipment, etc.
 fIn-plant radio stations for identifying moving objects such as those used in factory manufacturing lines, etc.
 fDesignated low-power radio stations
 r 
If at all possible, avoid the use of cellular phones, TV sets or radios near the projector.
Cellular phones, TV sets, radios and similar devices use different radio bands from the projector, so there is no effect on 
wireless communication or the transmission and reception of these device\
s. However, radio waves from the projector may 
produce audio or video noise.
 r 
Wireless communication radio waves cannot penetrate steel reinforcements,\
 metal, concrete, etc.
Communication is possible through walls and floors made from materials such as wood and glass (except glass containing 
wire mesh), but not through walls and floors made from steel reinforcements, metal, concrete, etc.
 r 
Avoid using the projector in locations prone to static electricity.
If the projector is used in a location prone to static electricity, such as on a carpet, the wireless LAN or wired LAN 
connection may be lost. 
If the static electricity or noise make it impossible to establish a con\
nection with the LAN, please press the power button on 
the remote control or the control panel to power off the projector, and eliminate the source of static electricity or noise, then 
turn on the projector.
 rUsing the projector outside the country
 
It is forbidden to take the projector outside the country or region wher\
e you purchased it, so use it only in the said country 
or region. Also, note that depending on countries or regions there are restrictions\
 on the channels and frequencies at which 
you can use the wireless LAN.
 rAvailable wireless LAN channels
 
The channels (frequency range) that can be used differ according to the country or region. Refer to the table below.
Country or regionStandardChannels usedFrequency band (Center frequency)
North America
IEEE802.11b/g/n1 - 11 channel2.412 GHz - 2.462 GHz
IEEE802.11a/n
36 / 40 / 44 / 48 channel5.180 GHz - 5.240 GHz
52 / 56 / 60 / 64 channel5.260 GHz - 5.320 GHz
100 / 104 / 108 / 112 / 116 
/ 132 / 136 / 140 channel
5.500 GHz - 5.700 GHz  
(except 5.600 GHz - 5.650 GHz)
149 / 153 / 157 / 161 / 165 
channel5.745 GHz - 5.825 GHz
Other countiesIEEE802.11b/g/nPassive scanning2.412 GHz - 2.472 GHz
IEEE802.11a/nPassive scanning5.180 GHz - 5.850 GHz
The frequency and channel differ depending on the country.
The passive scanning is performed by changing radio to the channel being\
 scanned in each country.
Please use the wireless LAN feature in compliance with the laws of each \
country.
 zFor North America
This device is restricted to indoor use when operated in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range (Channels 36 to 48).
 zFor EUThis device is restricted to indoor use when operated in the 5.15 to 5.35 GHz frequency range (Channels 36 to 64).
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