Panasonic Projection Television Pt 52dl52 Operating Instructions

							Projection Television
Operating Instructions
PT-52DL52
Model No.
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For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788)
or send e-mail to : [email protected]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)
For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505
or visit us at www.panasonic.ca        (Canada)
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WARNING: To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on
shelves above, etc.)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The pictorial representation
of a hot surface within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that parts inside the
product are a risk of burns
to persons.The lightning flash with
arrow-head within a triangle
is intended to tell the user
that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock
to persons.The exclamation point
within a triangle is intended
to tell the user that important
operating and servicing
instructions are in the
papers with the appliance.
Trademarks
• DLP is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments.
• Certain audio features of this product are manufactured under a license from Desper Products, Inc. Spatializer® and the circle-in-
square device are trademarks owned by Desper Products, Inc.
• VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.
• S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.
Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258 and 4482866.
BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. 
						

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Important Safety Instructions
  1) Read these instructions.
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
  2) Keep these instructions.
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
  3) Heed all warnings.
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
  4) Follow all instructions.
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
  5) Do not use this apparatus near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
  6) Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry  cloth for cleaning.
  7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Slots and Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface.
  8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
  9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination
to overturn.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING: Because the temperature of the lamp unit is elevated immediately after its use, a direct touch to it may cause
burns. After the lamp has cooled enough, replace the lamp unit.
CAUTION :
(1) This TV set is intended to be used with the following TV stand: model TY-S52DL52 for the PT-52DL52. Use with other
stands may result in the TV set becoming unstable, possibly causing injury.
(2) Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation
of the projection TV and protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. There should be
at least 10 cm of space from these openings. 
						

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Dear Panasonic Customer
Notice: [ For USA only]
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: 
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 model number and serial number of your set in the
space provided on the back cover of these instructions.
Visit our Panasonic Web Site for USA:   www.panasonic.com
 for Puerto Rico:   www.panasonic.com
 for Canada:   www.panasonic.ca
For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788)
or send e-mail to : [email protected]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)
For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505
or visit us at www.panasonic.ca        (Canada)
FCC STATEMENT:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION:
To assure continued compliance and prevent undesirable interference, use only the provided shielded VGA cable with 2 ferrite cores
(Part# K1HA30DA0003) and shielded DIGITAL IN cable with 2 ferrite cores (Part# K1HA24DA0005) while connecting the Projection TV
to a computer. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this projection TV not expressly approved by
Matsushita Electric Corporation of America could cause harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate
this device.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
PT-52DL52
Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-888-843-9788
email: [email protected]
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 
						

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 3
Table of Contents ........................................................... 5
Installation ...................................................................... 6
Receiver Location ........................................................ 6
Optional External Equipment ....................................... 6
AC Power Supply Cord ................................................ 6
Safety Precaution ......................................................... 6
Remote Control Battery Installation ............................. 6
Replacing the lamp unit ............................................... 7
Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal ....... 8
Antenna / Cable Connection ........................................ 8
How to connect the “1, 2, 3, 4” Input Terminals .......... 10
How to connect the AV Prog. Out Terminals .............. 10
How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals ..11
How to connect the DIGITAL IN Terminals ................. 11
How to connect the PC Input Terminals ..................... 13
Digital and analog RGB signals that can be input ...... 13
Location of Controls .................................................... 14
Illuminated Remote Control ....................................... 14
Controls and Terminals on the Projection TV ............. 16
Cable TV / VHF, UHF and CATV ................................... 17
Power ON / OFF ............................................................ 18
Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet ...................... 18
Turning the Power ON and OFF ................................ 18
Menu Language Selection ......................................... 19
Roller Guide Menu Navigation .................................... 20
SET UP Operation ........................................................ 22
SET UP ...................................................................... 22
MENU Languages ...................................................... 22
MODE Selection ........................................................ 23
ANTENNA Selection .................................................. 23
AUTO PROGRAM ...................................................... 24
MANUAL PROGRAM ................................................. 24
AUTO POWER ........................................................... 25
CHAN BANNER ......................................................... 25
Closed Captions ........................................................... 26
PICTURE Adjustment ................................................... 28
PICTURE MODE ....................................................... 28
COLOR / TINT / BRIGHTNESS / PICTURE /
            SHARPNESS / NORMAL .............................. 29
COLOR TEMP (Temperature) / BLACK EXT. /
            VIDEO NR / 3D Y/C FILTER .......................... 29COLOR MATRIX ........................................................ 30
FREEZE ..................................................................... 30
POS ADJ. ................................................................... 31
CLOCK PHASE / DOT CLOCK .................................. 32
SIZE ........................................................................... 32
CHANNEL SCAN .......................................................... 33
CAPTION ....................................................................... 35
Audio Adjustment ........................................................ 37
Selecting STEREO/SAP/MONO ................................ 37
Selecting BASS / TREBLE / BALANCE / NORMAL ... 38
AI SOUND / BBE ....................................................... 38
SURROUND .............................................................. 39
SPEAKERS ................................................................ 39
Picture in Picture Operation ........................................ 40
Split Screen .................................................................. 42
ASPECT Controls ......................................................... 44
TIMER ............................................................................ 45
CLOCK SET ............................................................... 45
SLEEP ....................................................................... 46
Timer1 and Timer2 ..................................................... 46
LOCK Feature ............................................................... 48
V-CHIP Menu OPERATION ........................................... 51
U.S. TV PROGRAMS ................................................. 52
U.S. MOVIES ............................................................. 54
Canadian English ....................................................... 55
Canadian French ....................................................... 56
Blocking Message ...................................................... 57
Operating peripheral equipment using the remote control ..58
Programming The Illuminated Remote
            Control Using Access Codes ......................... 58
Programming Without A Code
            (When the code is not known) ....................... 59
Infrared Codes Index ................................................. 60
Mode Operational Key Chart ..................................... 63
Troubleshooting Chart ................................................. 65
Cleaning ........................................................................ 66
Specifications ............................................................... 67 
						

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Installation
Affixing to a wall
Use a strong rope or a chain (not included) to fasten the
projection TV firmly to a strong support such as a wall or
pillar.
The Video/Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance,
video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronics supply store.
Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components
require. Also determine the length of cable you will need.
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 areas of excessive heat or moisture.
To ensure optimum color purity do not position magnetic equipment (motors, fans, other speakers, etc.) nearby.
Optional External Equipment
AC Power Supply Cord
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot of AC outlet and fully insert. Do not use this
(polarized) plug with a receptacle or other outlet unless the blade can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
Please take safety precautions to prevent the unit from
falling over.
The unit may fall over during earthquakes, or if someone
stands on or shakes the  projection TV.
Safety Precaution
Remote Control Battery Installation
Requires two AA batteries.
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.
Two AA  size 
						

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Important Points to keep in mind
When replacing the lamp unit with a new one, pay attention to the following points.
   Warning:
   • Because the temperature of the lamp unit is elevated immediately after its use, a direct touch to it may cause burns.
Please allow the lamp to cool before handling or replacing the lamp unit.
Cautions for Lamp Unit Replacement:
• Handle the removed old lamp unit carefully. If abusing it, it may have a risk of explosion.
• Wear gloves when replacing the lamp unit.
• If replacing the lamp unit becomes necessary during the operation of the TV, follow the procedure below to turn off the
power and wait until the lamp unit cools completely.
1. Press the POWER button on the remote control unit to turn off the power.
2. Wait for about 90 seconds until the cooling fan stops.
   ∗    ∗   ∗    ∗
   ∗ The lamp cooling fan will continue to operate for about 90 seconds after turning off the power. Do not unplug
the power cord from the outlet until the fan has stopped. Avoid interrupting the power line such as by using
circuit breakers or switchable power strips.
3. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Refer to the instructions enclosed with the lamp unit (part no.: TY-LA2000)
when replacing the lamp.
     Precaution on battery use
Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.
Observe the following precautions:
1.   Batteries should always be replaced as a pair. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.
2.   Do not combine a used battery with a new one.
3.   Do not mix battery types (example: “Zinc Carbon” with “Alkaline”).
4.   Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.
5.   Battery replacement is necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the projection TV set.
Whenever you remove the batteries, you may need
to reset the remote control infrared codes. We
recommend that you record the code on page 60, prior
to setting up the remote control.
Helpful Hints:
For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries
with alkaline batteries for longer life.
Helpful Hints:
Installation
Replacing the lamp unit
The lamp unit is sold separately. To purchase a replacement, call the Panasonic accessory department, toll free at:
1-800-332-5368. (USA only)
Lamp unit Part No. : TY-LA2000
Lamp unit replacement period
The lamp unit for the projection TV should be replaced after approximately 5,000
hours of use in the normal usage mode.
• Warning display after 5,000 hours of use
When the power has been turned on after over 5000 hours of continued use,
LAMP REPLACE will be displayed for approximately 1 min.
A warning message to urge the replacement of the lamp will be displayed in
red at the center of the screen.
LAMP  REPLACE 
						

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Installation
Antenna / Cable Connection
Incoming Cable from Home Antenna
Incoming Cable from Cable Company
Note:
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 requirements.
ANT1 ANT2
SPLIT
OUT
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OUT
Antenna Connection - For proper reception of VHF / UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception
an outdoor antenna is recommended. Antenna Mode must be set to projection TV.
Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal
VHF Antenna UHF Antenna
Mixer
75 Ohm
Coaxial Cable
Cable Box
75 Ohm VHF/UHF on back of TV
VHF / UHF
on Back of Set
Cable Connection - For reception of cable channels (01 - 125) connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.
Antenna Mode must be set to CABLE. (Refer to Antenna Mode section.)
VHF / UHF
on Back of Set 
						

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Installation
Antenna Connection (Cable Box, no  VCR)
Use this configuration when connecting the projection TV to a cable TV system using a Cable Box.
ANT1 ANT2
SPLIT
OUT
ANT INPUT
ANT OUTPUT
Incoming Cable from Antenna
or Cable TV System Connect the cable from the antenna
or cable system to the ANT1 terminal
on the back of the projection TV.ANTENNA TERMINALS ON THE
BACK OF THE PROJECTION TVCABLE BOX
TERMINAL ON
THE BACK OF
THE CABLE BOX
Notes:
(1) When the antenna cable is connected to the projection TV antenna terminal via a cable box or VCR, set the TV channel
to CH3 or CH4 cable, after select ANT2 in the PROGRAM CHANNELS. (See  page 23) This does not apply when
signal is input from VIDEO INPUT.
(2) To use special features such as Favorite Channel Captions, ANT1 must be selected in the PROGRAM CHANNELS.
(See page 23)
Antenna Connection (Cable Box, and VCR)
Use this configuration when connecting the projection TV to a cable TV system using a Cable Box and VCR.
ANT1 ANT2
SPLIT
OUT
ANT INPUT
ANT OUTPUT
ANT INPUT
ANT OUTPUT
S VIDEO VIDEO
OUTPUT
L-AUDIO-R
Connect the cable from the
Output terminal on the back
of the Cable Box to the
Antenna input terminal on the
back of the VCR.VCR ANTENNA TERMINALS ON THE
BACK OF THE PROJECTION TV
Connect the cable
from the antenna or
cable system to the
ANT1 terminal on
the back of the
projection TV.
CABLE BOX
TO VCR
TERMINAL ON
THE BACK OF
THE CABLE BOX Incoming Cable
from Antenna
or Cable TV
SystemConnect the cable from the antenna or cable
system to the Input terminal on the back of
the CABLE BOX. 
						

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Audio
OUTVideo
OUT
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AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO
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OUT
AUDIOLR
DIGITAL IN
S Video
OUT
How to connect the “1, 2, 3, 4” Input Terminals
Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment
VIDEO
AUDIO
How to connect the AV Prog. Out Terminals
S Video
OUTAudio
OUTVideo
OUT
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AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO
L
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2 13INPUT PROG
OUT
AUDIOL
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DIGITAL IN
Recording Equipment
(VHS VCR) (VHS VCR or Super-VHS VCR)
The “Prog. Out” Terminals output the same signals as the main picture on the projection TV screen and sound from the
speaker at that time, e.g. TV programs or signals from INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4 terminals.
Notes:
(1) 
Never connect the VIDEO IN and Prog. OUT terminals to the same video recorder, as this could cause incorrect operation.
(2) The monitor output emits the main picture’s normal video and audio signals.
(3) Even if the television is in picture-out-picture condition, Prog. OUT terminals output the same signals as main picture on
the screen and sound from speaker. Sub picture including still, channel search, etc. will not be output at the PROG.
OUT terminals.
(4) Signal (Y, PB, PR) is not output at the Prog. OUT terminals.
(5) To AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be used directly with external speakers.
Installation
Notes:
(1) Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4 input terminals.
Input 4 is located on the front of the unit.
Select the desired VIDEO input position by pushing the TV/VIDEO button. (See page 15)
(2) When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S Video cable when the S Video input terminal and the video
input terminal are connected at the same time.
VIDEO
AUDIO