Panasonic Multimedia Projection Hdtv Pt 44lcx65 Operating Instructions

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CASSETTE PLAYERS, PERSONAL 
VIDEO RECORDERS, RECEIVERS, 
AMPLIFIERS, and DBS Infrared 
Codes Index
AUX
Codes For Cassette Decks
Brand Code
Aiwa 223, 224, 225
Denon 231
Fisher 203
Jensen 214
JVC 229, 230
Kenwood 200, 207
Marantz 202
Nakamichi 205
Onkyo 208, 209, 213
Panasonic 216, 218
Philips 222
Codes For CD Player
Brand Code
Admiral 226
Aiwa 233, 235
Carver 229
Denon 242
Emerson 239
Fisher 205
Harman/ Kardon 219, 220, 221, 223
Hitachi 207
Jensen 234
JVC 240, 241, 245
Kardon 223
Kenwood 200, 201, 211, 245
LXI/Sears 236
Magnavox 229, 232
Marantz 229
McIntosh 221
Nakamichi 210
Onkyo 214, 215
Optimus 208, 218, 220, 222
Panasonic 224, 225, 227
Philips 229, 230
Pioneer 208
Quasar 224, 225, 227
RCA 231, 237, 238, 247
Sansui 210, 246
Sanyo 205
Scott 210, 246
Sharp 242, 243
Sherwood 220
Sony 228
Soundesign 244
Teac 212, 216, 218
Technics 224, 225, 227
Victor 240, 241, 245
Yamaha 202, 203, 204
AUX
Codes For Cassette Decks
Brand Code
Pioneer 204
RCA 226, 227, 228
Sansui 205, 210
Sharp 231
Sony 219, 220
Teac 210, 211, 215
Technics 216, 218
Yamaha 201, 202
Codes For Personal Video Recorders
Brand Code
Panasonic Replay 
TV100
Philips Tivo 102
Sony Tivo 101
RCVR
RCVR
Codes For Receivers
Brand Code
Admiral 120
Aiwa 125, 126
Denon 134, 135, 136
Fisher 104
Garrard 113
Harman Kardon 115, 123
Jensen 129
JVC 132, 133
Kenwood 100, 108
Magnavox 127
Marantz 124
Mclntosh 116
Nakamichi 106
Onkyo 109, 114
Optimus 103, 127, 130, 131
Panasonic 118, 119, 121
Philips 123
Pioneer 105, 107
Quasar 118, 119, 121
RCA 103, 105, 127, 130, 131
Sansui 103, 111, 139
Sharp 134, 137
Sony 122
Soundesign 138
Teac 111, 112, 113
Technics 118, 119, 121
Victor 132, 133
Yamaha 101, 102 
						

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DBS
Codes For DBS
Brand Code
Dish Network 
(Echostar)105, 115, 116
Echostar 105
Express VU 105, 115
G. E. 106
G.I. (General 
Instrument)108
Gradiente 114
Hitachi 103, 111, 112
HNS (Hughes) 103
Magnavox 101, 102
Panasonic 104
Philips 101, 102
Primestar 108
Proscan 106, 109, 110, 113
RCA 106, 109, 110, 113
Sony 107
Star Choice 103, 108
Toshiba 100
Uniden 101, 102
Operating Components with 
Remote Control
Note:
• Refer to page 9 for programming Remote Control procedure.
Operating a VCR
TO DO THIS... PRESS
Turn on/off
POWER
Select TV Input mode for VCRTV/VIDEO
Change Channels up/downSPLIT       SWAP
DVD/VCR CH
RecordREC
PlayPLAY
StopSTOP
Fast ForwardFF
Rewind the TapeREW
PausePA U S E
Change to TV or VCR ModeTV/VCR
On screen VCR Display
TO DO THIS... PRESS
Turn on/off
POWER
Select a Channel
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Change Channels Up/Down
CH
CH VOL VOL
OK
Back to previous channelR-TUNE
Operating a CABLE BOX
Operating a DBS
TO DO THIS... PRESS
Turn on/off
POWER
Display DBS menuOK
Menu Navigation
CH
CH VOL VOL
OK
Select a Channel
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Program Information
Back to previous channelR-TUNE
Select next page up/downSPLIT       SWAP
DVD/VCR CH
Exit menusEXIT
Program the Remote Control to use with VCR.Program the Remote Control to use with Cable Box.
Program the Remote Control to use with DBS.
DBS/CBL
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (continued) 
						

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Operating a DVD
Program the Remote Control to use with DVD.
TO DO THIS... PRESS
Turn on/off
POWER
Receiver Volume Up/Down
CH
CH VOL VOL
OK
Deck A/BR-TUNE
RecordREC
PlayPLAY
StopSTOP
Fast ForwardFF
Rewind the TapeREW
PausePA U S E
Operating a Cassette Deck
Operating a Receiver
TO DO THIS... PRESS
Turn on/off
POWER
Audio Mute
RCVR. VOl Up Down
CH
CH VOL VOL
OK
Tuner Pre-set stations Up/Down
CH
CH VOL VOL
OK
To select AV Inputs or Components:Press Remote 
Control number 
keys
AV1: Press 1
AV2: Press 2
AV3: Press 3
AV4: Press 4
CD: Press 5
TUNER: Press 6
PHONO: Press 7
TAPE: Press 8
AUX: Press 9
Surround VOL Down
REW
Surround VOL UPFF
Center CH VOL Up/DownSPLIT       SWAP
DVD/VCR CH
To operate a cassette deck, the Remote Control must be 
in AUX mode and be programmed with the appropriate 
code for your equipment.Program the Remote Control to operate audio receiver.
TO DO THIS... PRESS
Turn on/off
POWER
Next/Previous Chapter
CH
CH VOL VOL
OK
DVD Display
Skip Search ReverseREW
Skip Search Fast ForwardFF
RecordREC
PlayPLAY
DVD Open/CloseOPEN/CLOSE
StopSTOP
StillPA U S E 
						

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Notes:
• Not all functions listed may be controllable.
• Some TV, Cable Box and DSS Receiver brands require you 
to turn on the power manually.
TO DO THIS... PRESS
Turn on/off
POWER
Display PVR menuMENU
PVR Navigation
CH
CH VOL VOL
OK
Select a Channel
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PlayPLAY
RecordREC
PausePA U S E
Back to previous channelR-TUNE
Exit menusEXIT
Replay ZonesR-TUNE
Quick SkipOPEN/CLOSE
Return to livePROG
PVR CH Up/DownSPLIT       SWAP
DVD/VCR CH
Operating a PVR (Personal Video 
Recorder)
Program the Remote Control to use with a PVR.
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (continued) 
						

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This unit has indicators (lights on the front) to let you know the unit’s internal condition. (P. 10.)
Depending on the condition, the Lamp, Power, or Temp indicator will flash 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 
a service center.
Flashes red 2 times every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off. Lamp voltage is abnormal. Contact 
a service center.
Flashes red 3 times every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off. Lamp temperature is too high. Contact 
a service center.
Flashes red 4 times every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off. Other error. Contact 
a service center.
  POWER IndicatorFlashes orange 1 time every 5 
seconds.Power shuts off.The internal cooling fan is not 
working.Contact a 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 sufficiently 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.
Warning Indicators 
						

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Lamp replacement procedure
Turn power off, wait until power indicator stops 
blinking red, then disconnect the power cord 
from the wall outlet and confirm that the area 
around the lamp unit has cooled down.
LAMP indicator POWER button 
/POWER indicator
1
d.  Please wait more than one hour to cool the lamp 
before replacing it. The lamp unit is sold separately. To purchase 
a replacement, call the Panasonic accessory 
department, toll free at: 1-800-332-5368.
Lamp unit Part No. : TY-LA1000
c.  After the cooling fan has stopped, Disconnect the 
power cord from the outlet. a.  Press the POWER button on the Remote Contro to 
turn off the power.
b.  Wait for about 1 minute until the cooling fan stops.
• The lamp cooling fan will continue to operate for 
about 1 minute after turning off the power. Do not 
unplug the power cord from the outlet until the fan 
has stopped. Avoid interrupting the power line by 
using circuit breakers or switchable power strips.
Influences of frequent lighting, continuous light use for 
over 24 hours, the number of times lit, the length of 
time between lightings, etc. may shorten lamp life.
(Because of this, we recommend having a 
replacement lamp on hand.)
WARNING
Failure to follow these warnings when replacing the 
lamp unit could result in personal injury:
1)  The lamp could rupture if dropped and lamp 
fragments could cause injury.
2)  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.
3)  If replacement of the lamp unit becomes necessary 
during the operation of the Projection Display, follow 
the procedure below.Because of the possibility of injury, strictly follow 
the replacement procedure on the next page.
This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) 
lamp that contains a small amount of mercury.
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: 
CAUTION
e. [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 first 
minute of the normal cooling fan operation, press the 
VOL+ button on the Projection Display and the ▲ button 
on the Remote Control at same time for more than 5 
seconds. The cooling fan operates for about 10 minutes.
Replacing the lamp unit
• Please wait more than one hour for lamp replacement.
  If you need to replace the lamp more urgently, 
please see “e” at left.
 THE LAMP NEEDS TO BE
 REPLACED, AND THE LAMP
 HOUR METER NEEDS TO BE
 RESET.
Lamp unit replacement period
The Lamp is a consumable item and it’s life varies 
based on individual usage. Panasonic warranties the 
original Lamp for a period of 18 months from the date 
of purchase of the TV. Replacing the lamp is so easy 
that you can do it yourself. For the lamp replacement 
procedure, please see the next page.
• The unit will detect when 
the Lamp’s end of life 
is approaching and the 
message (shown at right) will 
be displayed.
• The LAMP indicator light will 
be lit when the Lamp’s end of 
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Grasp both sides of the Front Cover with your 
fingertips and pull it from the Projection Display 
to remove it.
Front Cover
(1)  Turn the Lock/Open Knob to the left.
(2)  Pull the Lamp Cover out and down to open 
it.
Lock/Open Knob
Lamp Cover
(1)  Loosen the Lamp Unit Screw with a 
screwdriver.
(2)  Grasp the Lamp Unit Handle as shown in the 
diagram, and slowly remove the Lamp Unit 
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.
(1)  Insert the new Lamp Unit being careful of the 
insertion direction.
  •  Press on the arrow mark to make sure 
insertion is done correctly.
(2)  Tighten the Lamp Unit Screw with a 
screwdriver.
Notes:
• Properly dispose of old lamp. Please see page 66.
• 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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CAUTION
After lamp replacement, you must reset the lamp 
time. Refer to the instructions enclosed with the 
lamp unit (Part No.: TY-LA1000).
(1)
Front CoverLamp unit screw
Lamp unit
(2)
(1)
(2)
(1)
(2)
(1)  Close the Lamp Cover.
(2)  Turn the Lock/Open Knob to the right.
Lock/Open Knob
Lamp Cover
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(2)
(1) 
						

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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 cord plugged in? 24
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.66-67
The power 
turns OFF.The POWER indicator flashes orange 
twice every 5 seconds.•  The lamp cover is ajar. Firmly replace the cover. 65
The TEMP indicator flashes 2 or 4 times 
every 5 seconds.•  Check whether or not the vents are clogged. 65
•  Is the set being used in a location that is hot? 65
The TEMP indicator flashes 5 times 
every 5 seconds.•  Please consult your nearest dealer. 65
Power turns off while another indicator 
is flashing.•  Please consult your nearest dealer. 65
Remote Control does not function.•  Are the batteries dead or inserted incorrectly? 7
•  Is the Remote Control sensor in direct light of fluorescent lamps or other 
strong sources of light?10
•  Did you correctly set the Remote Control code? 58-64
Image shakes. •  Is the antenna or antenna cable old, broken or shorted? -
Image is not clear.
(blurring / vertical lines)•  Is the antenna cable connected properly? 12-14
•  A sudden temperature change may have caused condensation in the 
internal optics which results in blurring or vertical lines. Please wait until 
room temperature is normal and constant before turning power ON. These 
symptoms will clear up as time passes.-
•  Depending on the connected device, a 1080i input signal may cause the 
picture to flicker. If the connected device has a format selection switch, set 
the format to 720p.-
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 reflected 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.•  Please adjust the V-Size. This is not a malfunction. 57
The Projection Display set makes a high whistling 
sound when the power is ON.•  This is the sound of the internal starting UP. This is not a malfunction. -
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.24
An OSD instructing to replace the lamp is displayed. 
(The LAMP indicator is lit red.)•  Replace lamp with a new one. 66-67
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 filler 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 fill 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 viewing with HDMI connection, picture is 
displayed with unnatural colors (as if red and blue are 
reversed).•  Change “Color Corr.” from “Off” to “On”. 41
Pictures from a equipment are unusual when the 
equipment is connected via HDMI.•  Is the HDMI cable connected properly? 22-23 
•  Turn Off the TV unit and device, then turn them On again. -
•  Check an input signal from the equipment. 32
No sound is produced.•  Is “Sound Mute” active? 34
•  Is the volume set to the minimum? 33
•  Is “Speakers” set to “Off”? 43
• Change “SAP” settings. 35
•  Check “HDMI In” (For models PT-44LCX65/PT/52LCX65/PT/61LCX65) / 
“HDMI 1 In” or “HDMI 2 In” (For models PT-52LCX35/PT-61LCX35) 
settings when the equipment is connected via HDMI.43
•  If digital sound connection has problem, select analog sound connection. 22-23, 43
Troubleshooting 
						

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InformationNote:
• Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.
PT-44LCX65 PT-52LCX65/PT-52LCX35 PT-61LCX65/PT-61LCX35
Power SourceAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
Power ON:  Approx. 180 W (When audio is at maximum)
Power OFF:  Approx. 0.3 W (When cooling fan is stopped with no CableCARD™)
LCD panels0.7″ Poly silicon TFT LCD panel × 3
921 600 (1 280 × 720) stripe pixels × 3 panels (16:9)
Display44-inch, 16 : 9 aspect ratio 52-inch, 16 : 9 aspect ratio 61-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 Capability
(ATSC/
NTSC)VHF/UHF 2-69
Cable 1-135
Input 
TerminalsPC INPUTRGB analog  0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω) (D-SUB15P)
AUDIO  0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack × 2)
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 × 2)
COMPONENT 
VIDEO INPUT 
1-3Y   1.0 Vp-p (with sync) (75 Ω) (Pin Jack)
PB / PR   ± 0.35 Vp-p (75 Ω) (Pin Jack × 2)
AUDIO L-R   0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack × 2)
HDMI*
1
HDMI 1-2*2HDMI type A Connector
AUDIO L-R  0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack Type × 2)
SD Card slot
SD Card (8 MB/ 16 MB/ 32 MB/ 64 MB/ 128 MB/ 256 MB/ 512 MB/ 1 GB (Maximum))
Output signals
(AV OUT)VIDEO   1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω) (RCA Pin Jack)
AUDIO L-R   0.5 Vrms (RCA Pin Jack × 2)
TunerATSC digital tuner with digital cable module
Dimensions
( W × H × D )
1 048 mm (W) × 769 mm (H) × 
374 mm (D)
41-1/4″ (W) × 30-1/4″ (H) × 
14-3/4″ (D)1 225 mm (W) × 893 mm (H) × 
431 mm (D)
48-1/4″ (W) × 35-3/16″ (H) × 
17″ (D)1 424 mm (W) × 1 029 mm (H) 
× 468 mm (D)
56 1/16″ (W) × 40 1/2″ (H) 
× 18 7/16″ (D)
Weight (Mass)31 kg (68 lbs.) Net 35 kg (77 lbs.) Net 42 kg (93 lbs.) Net
Operating conditionsTemperature : 0 °C – 35 °C (32 °F - 95 °F)
Humidity : 20 % - 80 % (non-condensing)
Specifications
*1  For models PT-44LCX65/PT-52LCX65/PT-61LCX65
*2  For models PT-52LCX35/PT-61LCX35 
						

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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 finish by 
wiping with a dry cloth. Do not use 
any type of cleansers on the picture 
screen.
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Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
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