Panasonic Multi Media Projection Display Pt 40lc12 Operating Instruction

Models No.   PT-40LC12/PT-45LC12
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LSQT0583A
Multi-Media Projection Display
Operating Instructions
(USA)
(Puerto Rico)
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Important Safety Instructions
This symbol warns the user
that uninsulated voltage within
the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric
shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to
make any kind of contact with
any inside part of this unit.This symbol alerts the user that
important literature concerning
the operation and maintenance
of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read
carefully in order to avoid any
problems.The pictorial...

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Getting Started
Important Safety Instructions
This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains
lead in some components.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:
 14. If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is...

4For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment
from your new projection television set.
To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and
retain them for future reference.
Retain your purchase receipt also, and record the serial number of your set in the space provided on
the rear cover of these instructions.
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Getting Started
Table of Contents
Cleaning the Air Filter .....................................................................................................\F........... 58
Clogged Air Filter Detection .............................................................................................. 59
Air Filter Replacement ...................................................................................................... 59
Replacing the lamp unit...

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Receiver Location
This unit is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available
options.
Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the
screen.
Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from...

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Accessories
Requires two AA batteries (supplied).
1.Turn the Transmitter face down.
Remove top cover by pressing
down on marking and sliding cover
off in the direction indicated.2.Install the batteries as shown in the
battery compartment.
(Polarity + or – must match the
markings in the compartment).3.Replace the cover and slide in
reverse until the lock snaps.
Precaution on battery use
Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control...

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Number keys
When 6 is pressed, channel 6 is displayed in single screen. (P. 29)
Location of Controls
Illuminated Remote Control
POWER button
Press to turn the projection display ON or OFF. (P. 21)
MUTE button
Press this button to mute the sound. (P. 34)
Mode Selection buttons
Selects the operation mode for the remote control. (PP. 61-67)
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) Mode Selection for
Remote Control
VCR Mode Selection for
Remote Control
TV Mode...

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ASPECT button
Changes the screen size. (P. 30)
Light button
Lights all buttons. The selected mode button (TV, VCR, etc.) flashes. TV/VIDEO button
This input mode changes each time this button is pressed. (P. 33)
Reduces
volumeChanges to the next channel up
Increase
volume
The screen below
is displayed for 5
seconds.
Changes to the
next channel
down
Returns to normal
viewing from the
MENU screen.
Previous before
item in MENU.
Location of Controls
SAP button
Changes the audio mode. (P....

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Open
Controls and Terminals on the projection display
< FRONT >
LAMP indicator
This indicator lights up when there
is a malfunction with the lamp unit.
(PP. 21, 60, 68) TEMP indicator
This indicator lights up when
there is an abnormal
temperature in the unit.
(P. 68)
Remote Control Sensor POWER button/
POWER indicator
(P. 21)Lamp unit
(P. 60)
Speaker coverPress the 
 mark on
the center of the front
cover to open.
Volume up(+) / down(–) buttons...