Panasonic Multi Media Projection Display Pt 40lc12 Operating Instruction

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Getting Started
< REAR >
Component signal input terminals
(P. 16)AV out terminals
(P. 17)
Input 1 terminals
(P. 15)Input 2 terminals
(P. 15)
Location of Controls
VHF/UHF terminal
(PP. 12-14)
Vent
Note:
Make sure the vent is not clogged. (This could cause damage.) 

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Connecting the Antenna / Cable to the RF in Terminal (No VCR)
Antenna Connection
For proper reception of VHF / UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception an outdoor
antenna is recommended.
UHF Antenna VHF Antenna
Mixer
RF
Coaxial CableVHF/UHF TERMINAL
ON THE BACK OF THE
PROJECTION DISPLAY
Installation
When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.
WARNING • Turn off...

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Cable Connection
Use this configuration when connecting the projection display to a cable TV system.
Notes:
• Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or have Premium (scrambled) channels. A cable
converter box is required for proper reception. Check with your local Cable company for its compatibility require-
ments.
• For reception of cable channels (01 - 125) connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.
Antenna Mode must be set to CABLE. (P. 24)...

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Use this configuration when connecting the projection display to a cable TV system using VCR.
Notes:
• When the RF coaxial cable is connected to the projection display VHF/UHF terminal via a cable box or VCR, set the
TV channel to CH3 or CH4. This does not apply when signal is input from VIDEO INPUT.
Installation
Connecting the Antenna / Cable to the RF in Terminal (VCR)
Connect the cable from the Output terminal on the back
of the Cable Box...

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Installation
How to connect the “1, 2, 3” Input Terminals
Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment
Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals.
Notes:
• Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals.
• Input 3 is located on the front of the unit.
• Select the desired VIDEO input position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (P. 33)
• When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when the S-Video input terminal...

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How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals
Notes:
• Similar connections are available at the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1, 2 Terminals.
• Select the desired COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (P. 33)
• Component video signals that can be input are 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i.
Installation
Audio
OUTPBY PRDVD(Y/PB/PR) OUTL R
DVD Player
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
Because each Y, PB, and PR signal is input independently, the...

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Installation
How to connect the AV Out Terminals
The “AV Out” Terminals output the same signals as the main picture on the projection display screen and sound from
the speaker at that time, e.g. TV programs or signals from INPUT 1, 2, 3 terminals.
Notes:
• Never connect the VIDEO IN and OUT terminals to the same video recorder, as this could cause incorrect operation.
• Even if TV is in Split or PIP mode, OUT terminals only output the main picture and sound signals. A sub-picture,...

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How to connect the PC Input Terminals
Signal Names for D-SUB 15P Connector
Pin Layout for PC Input
Terminal
Notes:
• Some PC models cannot be connected to the set. A conversion adapter is required to use the RGB cable (D-SUB
15P) to connect a Macintosh computer to the set. There is no need to use an adapter for computers with PC / AT
compatible D-SUB 15P terminal.
• The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only. Additional...

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Installation
Analog RGB signals that can be input
The table below lists the different types of analog RGB signals that can be input.
If a signal which differs greatly from any of the types listed below is input, the picture image may not be displayed
correctly, or a black background may be displayed. At this time, “signal” will flash in the on-screen display for about 5
seconds.
Notes:
• Input signals, other than those listed with a 
* mark, will give you a beautiful, stable picture.
•...

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Press the POWER button to turn the
projection display on.
(Refer to page 21 for “Turning the Power
ON and OFF”.)1
G N I D E E C O R P   T E S   O T U A   H C
Automatic Channel Setting is performed.
Power ON and OFF
First, check the connection of the Plug to the Wall Outlet and the Antenna/Cable to the RF in Terminal.
(PP. 12-14.)
If using Cable Box, DSS Receiver, or VCR,
• Turn on Cable Box.
• Turn off DSS Receiver, or VCR.
 Case 1
 Case 2When...