Panasonic Multimedia Projection Display Pt 43lc14 Operating Instructions

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Replacing the lamp unit
Lamp replacement procedure
Turn power off, wait until power indicator stops 
blinking red, then unplug the power cord from 
the wall outlet and confi 
rm that the area around 
the lamp unit has cooled down.
LAMP indicatorPOWER button 
/POWER 
indicator
•   Please wait more than one hour for lamp replacement.
    [If you need to replace the lamp more urgently]
•   The Projection display has a forced cooling feature. After 
the POWER button is turned OFF, and during the fi 
rst 
minute of the normal cooling fan operation, press the 
VOL+ button on the projection display and ▲ button on 
the remote control at same time for more than 5 seconds. 
The cooling fan operates for about 10 minutes. The LAMP 
indicator fl 
ashes red 5 times every 5 seconds.
Remove the Front cover. Place your fi 
ngertips 
under the Front cover and pull it from the 
projection display.
Front cover
Loosen the Lamp cover screw.
First read caution and warning labels on lamp 
cover. Then, loosen the lamp cover screw by 
using a screwdriver.
Lamp cover handle
Screwdriver
Lamp cover screwLoosen the lamp unit screw with a screwdriver. 
Then, grasp the lamp unit as shown in the 
diagram, and slowly remove from the projection 
display.
Lamp unit screw
Lamp unit handle
•   Because the lamp unit is hot immediately after its use, 
touching it may cause burns.
•   Please allow the lamp to cool before handling or replacing 
the lamp unit.
Insert the new lamp unit being careful of the 
insertion direction.
•   Press on the arrow mark making sure insertion is done 
correctly.
Replace the Lamp unit and cover screws. Tighten 
the lamp unit/cover screw with a screwdriver.
•   Properly dispose of old lamp. Please see page 80.
Note
Attach the lamp unit and lamp unit housing door securely. 
If the lamp unit and lamp unit housing door are not 
attached securely, the protective circuit will be activated 
and the lamp will not turn on. 
Replace the Front cover.
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2
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5
6
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CAUTION
After lamp replacement, you must reset the lamp 
time. Refer to the instructions enclosed with the 
lamp unit (Part No.: TY-LA1000). 
						

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Warning Indicators
This unit has indicators (lights on the front) to let you know the unit’s internal condition. (See page 10)
Depending on the condition, the Lamp, Power, or Temp indicator will fl 
ash to alert you. In this case, turn unit off and 
follow the measures below.
Indicator Symptom  Problem   Possible Solution Temp IndicatorFlashes red 1 or 3 times every 
5 seconds.Power shuts off. Malfunction Contact a service center.
Flashes red 2 or 4 times every 
5 seconds.Power shuts off. Internal overheat error. Wait a while, then turn unit back on.
Flashes red 5 times every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off. Malfunction Contact a service center.
Lamp Indicator
Lights solid red.OSD appears 
every time power 
is turned on.Maximum Lamp life hours 
exceeded.Replace Lamp
Flashes red 1 time ever 5 
seconds.Power shuts off.Lamp will not light or light is 
abnormal.Try turning Power On several times. If 
error persists, contact service center.
Flashes red 2 times every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off. Lamp voltage is abnormal. Contact service center.
Flashes red 3 times every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off. Lamp temperature is too high. Contact service center.
Flashes red 4 times every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off. Other error. Contact service center.
Power IndicatorFlashes orange 1 time every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off.The internal cooling fan is not 
working.Contact service center.
Flashes orange 2 times every 
5 seconds.Power shuts off.The Lamp Cover is 
unsecured.Securely attach Lamp Cover.
Note:
•   If unit power is turned back on after performing the appropriate measures, make sure the unit has suffi 
ciently cooled down. If the 
unit was used for a long period such that the lamp needs enough time to cool down, this may take a while. 
						

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Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as 
shown below.
Symptoms Checks Page
Power does not turn ON. •   Is the power plug plugged in? 22
No picture even if the power is turned ON. 
LAMP indicator blinks red.•   Please replace lamp with a new one. Please consult your nearest 
dealer, if not still repaired.80-82
The power turns 
OFF.The POWER indicator 
fl 
ashes orange twice 
every 5 seconds.•   The lamp cover is ajar. Firmly replace the cover. 82
The TEMP indicator 
fl 
ashes 2 or 4 times 
every 5 seconds.•   Check whether or not the vents are clogged. 82
•   Is the set being used in a location that is hot? 82
The TEMP indicator 
fl 
ashes 5 times every 
5 seconds.•   Please consult your nearest dealer. 82
Power turns off while 
another indicator is 
fl 
ashing.•   Please consult your nearest dealer. 82
Remote control does not function.•   Are the batteries dead or inserted incorrectly? 7
•   Is the remote control sensor in direct light of fl 
uorescent lamps or 
other strong sources of light?-
•   Did you correctly set the remote control code? 73
Image shakes. •   Is the antenna or antenna cable old, broken or shorted? -
Image is not clear.•   Is the antenna cable connected properly? 12-14
•   Sudden changes in ambient temperature may cause condensation 
in the internal optics. Condensation should disappear after Power 
has been ON for a while.-
Color patches or no color.•   When using a VCR and selecting channels on the TV, is the 
TV/VIDEO mode for the VCR set to TV?-
Image appears doubled or tripled.•   Is the antenna facing the right direction? -
•   Is the antenna receiving any signals refl 
ected off of mountains or 
buildings.-
Images disappear at the top and bottom of 
the screen.•   When using 16:9 image software, there is no picture at the top and 
bottom of the screen (cinema vision size software, etc.). -
During ZOOM modes, the image is cut off at 
the top and bottom.•   Has the screen position been changed?  If so, adjust screen 
positioning.32-33, 
40-41
Some parts of the screen are always lit while 
others do not light up. 
Some parts of the screen do not light up.•   This is a characteristic of the LCD panel and not a malfunction. -
Fan is operating even though TV Power is 
OFF.•   This is because the cooling fan is operating. The fan will stop after 
about 1 minute.22
An OSD instructing to replace the lamp is 
displayed. (The LAMP indicator is lit red.)•   Replace lamp with a new one. 80 -82
Relighting the lamp when it is hot makes a 
sound.•   This is a characteristic of the lamp and not a malfunction. -
Leaving stationary images, such as still 
video images, web pages, or fi 
ller bars (used 
for NORMAL aspect mode), on-screen for 
an extended period of time can leave ghost 
images on the screen.•   This is a characteristic of the LCD panel and not a malfunction. Try 
displaying constantly moving pictures which fi 
ll the entire screen, or 
turn the power OFF for a while to return the screen to normal.-
An OSD advising “AIR FILTER CLEANING...” 
is displayed.•   Please consult your nearest dealer. -
When a bright picture is displayed, stain-like 
blotches appear.•   This can occur if the ambient temperature changes suddenly. Try 
gently rubbing the stained areas with a soft cloth.-
Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g 
						

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Note:
•   Design and Specifi 
cations are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.
PT- 43LC14 PT-50LC14 PT-60LC14
Power SourceAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power ConsumptionPower ON:  Approx. 220 W (When audio is at maximum)
Power OFF:  Approx. 0.4 W (When cooling fan is stopped)
LCD panels0.7″ Poly silicon TFT LCD panel x 3
921 600 (1 280 x 720) stripe pixels x 3 panels (16:9)0.9″ Poly silicon TFT LCD 
panel x 3
921 600 (1 280 x 720) stripe 
pixels x 3 panels (16:9)
Display43-inch, 16 : 9 aspect ratio 50-inch, 16 : 9 aspect ratio 60-inch, 16 : 9 aspect ratio
Speaker2 Speakers 30 W [15 W + 15 W ] (10 % THD)
HID Lamp 100 W HID (High Intensity Discharge) Lamp
Channel CapabilityVHF-12 : UHF-56 : Cable-125
Input 
Terminals
RGB INPUT
(PT-43LC14) 
RGB INPUT 1-2 
(PT- 50LC14/ PT- 50LC14)
RGB analog  0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω) (D-SUB15P)
AUDIO  0.5 Vrms (M3 Stereo mini Pin Jack)
AV INPUT 1-3VIDEO   1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω) (RCA Pin Jack)
S-VIDEO   Y : 1 Vp-p (75 Ω), C : 0.286 Vp-p (75 Ω) (Mini DIN 4 pin)
AUDIO L-R   0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack x 2)
COMPONENT 
VIDEO INPUT 
1- 4Y  1.0 Vp-p (with sync) (75 Ω) (Pin Jack)
P
B / PR   ± 0.35 Vp-p (75 Ω) (Pin Jack x 2)
AUDIO L-R   0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack x 2)
HDMIHDMI type A Connector
AUDIO L-R  0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack Type × 2)
Card slot
SD Card slot SD Card, MultiMediaCard
PC Card slot Compact Flash, Smart Media, Memory Stick, xD Picture Card
Output signals
(AV OUT)VIDEO   1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω) (RCA Pin Jack)
AUDIO L-R   0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack x 2)
Dimensions
( W x H x D )1 259 mm (W) x 795 mm (H) 
x 324 mm (D)
49-9/16″ (W) x 31-5/16″ (H) 
x 12- 6/8″ (D)1 416 mm (W) x 897 mm (H) 
x 389 mm (D)
55-6/8″ (W) x 35-5/16″ (H) x 
15 - 5 /16″ (D)1 637 mm (W) x 1 050 mm 
(H) x 459 mm (D)
64-7/16″ (W) x 41-3/8″ (H) x 
18 -1/16″ (D)
Weight (Mass)
31.3 kg (69 lbs.) Net 37.6 kg (82.9 lbs.) Net 46 kg (101.4 lbs.) Net
Operating conditionsTemperature : 0 °C – 35 °C (34 °F - 95 °F)
Humidity : 20 % - 80 % (non-condensing)
Specifi 
cations 
						

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To ensure continued excellent performance by this product, periodic cleaning is 
recommended.
The unit contains many 
plastic parts. For this 
reason DO NOT use 
benzine, thinner or other 
chemicals to clean the 
unit.Dust will accumulate on the 
picture screen. Please wipe with 
a soft cloth from time to time. If 
you use a chemically treated 
cloth, please be careful to follow 
the instructions that come with 
the cloth.
DO NOT bring into 
contact with insecticide 
or other volatile 
substances. DO NOT 
allow the unit to come 
into contact for extended 
periods with rubber or 
vinyl products.
Remove dirt and soiling by wiping 
with a light cloth. Even if the unit 
is heavily soiled, do not apply 
cleaner directly to the unit. Soak 
a cloth in a solution of neutral 
cleanser diluted with water. Then 
wring out the cloth, wipe the unit 
clean, and fi 
nish by wiping with a 
dry cloth. Do not use any type of 
cleansers on the picture screen.
Customer Services Directory
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or 
make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport
or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
Service in Puerto Rico
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company 
Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787)750-4300  Fax (787)768-2910
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855
As of September 2004
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to:[email protected]
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone)  1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South,
Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)
Accessory Purchases
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277
Clean ing 
						

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PANASONIC CONSUMER 
ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION 
OF PANASONIC CORPORATION 
OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way 
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, 
DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA 
ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC., 
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, 
Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Multimedia Projection Display
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of 
the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its 
option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished 
product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be 
no charge for parts. You must carry-in your product or arrange for in-home service during the warranty period. If 
non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased 
and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new 
product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for 
warranty service.
Carry-in or In-Home Service
For In-Home or Carry-In Service in the United States call 1-888-VIEW-PTV (1-888-843-9788).
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787) -750- 4300 or fax (787) -768-2910.
In-Home service requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not 
include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be 
completed in-home, but will require that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or 
repair and then returned.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal 
wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty also does not cover damages which occurred in shipment, or 
failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, 
abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of 
consumer controls, power line surge, lightning damage, modifi 
cation, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, offi 
ce, 
restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other 
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.  
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM 
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this 
excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel to 
and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED 
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF 
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how 
long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specifi 
c legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state. If a 
problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If 
the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantors Consumer Affairs Department at the 
addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH 
ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
CATEGORY PARTS LABOR SERVICE
Multimedia Projection DisplayOne (1) Year except lamp
Original Lamp-18 monthsOne (1) Year In-Home or Carry-In
Limited Warranty 
						

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1 080 i............................................................... 16, 19, 21
480 i........................................................................16, 19
480 p ................................................................ 16, 19, 21
720 p ................................................................ 16, 19, 21
A
ASPECT button ........................................................9, 32
Auto shut off .................................................................31
AV out terminals ........................................................... 11
B
BBE ............................................................................. 43
Blocking Message ....................................................... 49
C
Card Menu Screen ...................................................... 69
Channel up / down buttons (projection display) .....10, 30
CH buttons (Remote Control) .................................. 9, 30
Component signal input terminals ................................ 11
D
DCF ............................................................................. 68
F
Freezing pictures ......................................................... 36
H
HDMI Input Terminal .............................................. 11, 20
HDMI position.............................................................. 35
I
ID1 ............................................................................... 58
Input 1, 2, 3 terminals ................................................... 11
J
JPEG ........................................................................... 68
L
LAMP indicator .......................................................10, 82
Left screen................................................................... 38
LIGHT button ................................................................. 9
M
Main picture ................................................................. 38
MENU button ............................................................9, 24
MUTE button ........................................................... 9, 36
N
Number keys ............................................................9, 31
O
OK button .................................................................9, 24
P
PC Card....................................................................... 69
POWER button/POWER indicator ............ 10, 22, 30, 82
POWER button (Remote Control) ........................... 9, 22
R
R-TUNE button .............................................................. 9
RECALL button ........................................................9, 31
Receivable Broadcast Types ........................................37
Remote Control Sensor ..........................................10, 30
Reset User’s Memory Functions ................................. 49
RGB positions ............................................................. 35
RGB cable ....................................................................18
RGB IN terminals ......................................................... 11
Right screen ................................................................ 38
S
SAP button ...............................................................9, 37
SD Card....................................................................... 69
Sound mute ................................................................. 36
SVGA............................................................................19
T
TEMP indicator .......................................................10, 82
TV/ VIDEO button .................................................... 9, 35
U
Using stereo system .....................................................17
Using VCR ....................................................................14
V
VGA ..............................................................................19
VHF/UHF terminal ........................................................ 11
Volume +/- buttons (projection display) ..................10, 30
VOL buttons (Remote Control) ................................ 9, 30
X
XGA ..............................................................................19
Y
Y,  PB, PR........................................................................16
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							Customer’ Record
The serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial number in the space 
provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in 
identifi 
cation in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita 
Electric of Puerto Rico Inc. (“PSC”)
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, 
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Printed in Indonesia
LSQT0834 D
S0604-3065
Model Number Serial Number
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094