Panasonic Projector Pt Ae3000e Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions
LCD Projector 
Model No.PT-AE3000E
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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Important Safety Notice
Dear Panasonic Customer:
This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will help 
you to get the most out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector. The 
serial number of your product may be found on its bottom. You should note it in the space provided below and retain 
this booklet in case service is required.
Model number:PT-AE3000E
Serial number:
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used 
Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical 
and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. 
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to 
applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC 
and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and 
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise 
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your 
local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for 
further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact 
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): 
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the 
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. WARNING:THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance 
to rain or moisture.
Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3. GSGV, January 18, 1991: The sound pressure level at the operator 
position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779.
WARNING:
1. Remove the plug from the mains socket when this unit is not in use for a prolonged period of time.
2. To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified 
service personnel.
3. Do not remove the earthing pin on the mains plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three prong earthing-
type mains plug. This plug will only fit an earthing-type mains socket. This is a safety feature. If you are unable 
to insert the plug into the mains socket, contact an electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of the earthing plug.
CAUTION:To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions, which includes using 
the provided power cord and shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral 
device. If you use serial port to connect PC for external control of projector, you must use optional 
RS-232C serial interface cable with ferrite core. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this 
equipment will void the user’s authority to operate. 
						

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IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only)
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is 
fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating 
of13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark a or the BSI mark ` on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose 
the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be 
purchased from an Authorised Service Centre.
If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the mains socket in your home, then the fuse should be removed 
and the plug cut off and disposed of safely. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is 
inserted into any 13 amp socket.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green - and - Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings 
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured GREEN - AND - YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug 
which is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol W or coloured GREEN or GREEN - AND - 
YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with 
the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with 
the letter L or coloured RED.
How to replace the fuse
: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse. Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)
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Contents
JQuick stepsImportant Information
Important Safety Notice ........................................ 2
Precautions with regard to safety ....................... 6
WARNINGS ................................................................. 6
CAUTIONS .................................................................. 7
Cautions when transporting ......................................... 8
Cautions when installing .............................................. 9
Cautions on use .......................................................... 9
Accessories ............................................................... 10
Preparation
About Your Projector .......................................... 11
Remote control .......................................................... 11
Projector body ........................................................... 12
Getting Started
Setting up............................................................. 14
Screen size and throw distance................................. 14
Projection method...................................................... 15
Front leg adjusters and throwing angle ..................... 15
Lens shift and positioning .......................................... 16
Connections ........................................................ 18
Before connecting to the projector............................. 18
Connecting example: COMPONENT IN/S-VIDEO IN/
VIDEO IN ................................................................... 18
Connecting example: HDMI IN/COMPUTER IN ........ 18
Basic Operation
Switching the projector on/off ........................... 19
Mains lead ................................................................. 19
Power indicator .......................................................... 20
Switching on the projector ......................................... 21
Switching off the projector ......................................... 21
Projecting an image ............................................ 22
Selecting the input signal........................................... 22
Positioning the image ................................................ 22
Remote control operation.................................. 23
Operating range ........................................................ 23
Managing the lens control settings ............................ 23
Switching the picture mode ....................................... 23
Adjusting the image ................................................... 23
Loading a saved setting ............................................ 24
Switching the aspect ratio.......................................... 24
Adjusting the signal condition with a waveform ......... 24
Setting your own colour profile .................................. 26
Resetting to the factory default settings .................... 28
Capturing an image ................................................... 28
Switching the input signal .......................................... 28
Using the assigned function as shortcut .................... 28
2. Connect with other devices
See “Connections” on page 18. 1. Set up your projector
See “Setting up” on page 14.
3. Prepare the remote control
See “Remote control” on page 11.
4. Start projecting
See “Switching the projector on/off” on 
page 19.
5. Adjust the image
See “Menu Navigation” on page 29. 
						

							Preparation Getting Started Basic Operation Settings Maintenance Appendix
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Contents
Important 
Information
Settings
Menu Navigation ..................................................29
Navigating through the MENU .................................. 29
Main menu and sub-menu ........................................ 30
PICTURE menu .....................................................32
PICTURE MODE ....................................................... 32
CONTRAST .............................................................. 32
BRIGHTNESS ........................................................... 32
COLOUR ................................................................... 32
TINT .......................................................................... 32
SHARPNESS ............................................................ 32
COLOUR TEMPERATURE ....................................... 33
DYNAMIC IRIS .......................................................... 33
WAVEFORM MONITOR ........................................... 33
SPLIT ADJUST ......................................................... 33
ADVANCED MENU ................................................... 34
MEMORY SAVE ....................................................... 36
MEMORY LOAD ....................................................... 36
MEMORY EDIT ......................................................... 36
SIGNAL MODE ......................................................... 36
POSITION menu ...................................................37
H-POSITION ............................................................. 37
V-POSITION ............................................................. 37
DOT CLOCK ............................................................. 37
CLOCK PHASE ......................................................... 37
ASPECT .................................................................... 37
WSS .......................................................................... 39
OVER SCAN ............................................................. 39
KEYSTONE............................................................... 39
AUTO SETUP ........................................................... 39
LENS CONTROL ...................................................40
ZOOM/FOCUS .......................................................... 40
LENS MEMORY LOAD ............................................. 40
LENS MEMORY SAVE ............................................. 40
LENS MEMORY EDIT .............................................. 41
H-AREA POSITION .................................................. 41
V-AREA POSITION................................................... 41
FUNCTION BUTTON.............................................42
BUTTON ................................................................... 42
OPTION menu .......................................................43
INPUT GUIDE ........................................................... 43
OSD DESIGN............................................................ 43
OSD POSITION ........................................................ 43
BACK COLOUR ........................................................ 43
STARTUP LOGO ...................................................... 43
AUTO SEARCH ........................................................ 43
HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL ............................................... 43
FRAME RESPONSE ................................................. 43
INSTALLATION......................................................... 44
SLEEP....................................................................... 44
HIGH ALTITUDE MODE ........................................... 44
LAMP POWER .......................................................... 44
LAMP RUNTIME ....................................................... 44
Maintenance
TEMP and LAMP Indicators ............................... 45
Managing the indicated problems ............................. 45
Care and Replacement ....................................... 46
Cleaning the projector ............................................... 46
Replacing the lamp unit ............................................ 47
Troubleshooting .................................................. 49
Appendix
Technical Information ......................................... 50
List of compatible signals .......................................... 50
Serial terminal ........................................................... 51
Specifications ............................................................ 54
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards ............................ 56
Dimensions ............................................................... 57
Trademark acknowledgements ................................. 57
Index ..................................................................... 58 
						

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Precautions with regard to safety
If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming 
from the projector, disconnect the mains plug from 
the mains socket.
 Do not continue to use the projector in such cases, 
otherwise fire or electric shocks could result.
 Check that no more smoke is coming out, and then 
contact an Authorised Service Centre for repairs.
 Do not attempt to repair the projector yourself, as this 
can be dangerous.
Do not install this projector in a place which is not 
strong enough to take the full weight of the 
projector.
 If the installation location is not strong enough, it may 
fall down or tip over, and severe injury or damage 
could result.
Installation work (such as ceiling suspension) 
should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
 If installation is not carried out correctly, there is the 
danger that injury or electric shocks may occur.
 Do not use other than an authorised ceiling mount 
bracket.
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, or 
if the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken, 
disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
 Continued use of the projector in this condition may 
result in fire or electric shocks.
 Contact an Authorised Service Centre for repairs.
The mains socket shall be installed near the 
equipment and shall be easily accessible.
 Unplug the mains plug from the mains socket 
immediately when problem occurred.
Do not overload the mains socket.
 If the power supply is overloaded (for example, by 
using too many adapters), overheating may occur 
and fire may result.
Never attempt to modify or disassemble the 
projector.
 High voltages can cause fire or electric shocks.
 For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, 
please contact an Authorised Service Centre.
Clean the mains plug regularly to prevent it from 
becoming covered in dust.
 If dust builds up on the mains plug, the resulting 
humidity can damage the insulation, which could 
result in fire. Pull the mains plug out from the mains 
socket and wipe it with a dry cloth.
 If not using the projector for an extended period of 
time, pull the mains plug out from the mains socket.
Do not handle the mains plug with wet hands.
 Failure to observe this may result in electric shocks.Insert the mains plug securely into the mains socket.
 If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or 
overheating could result.
 Do not use damaged plugs or loose mains socket.
Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which 
are unstable.
 If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is 
sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and 
injury or damage could result.
Do not place the projector into water or let it become 
wet.
 Failure to observe this may result in fire or electric 
shocks.
Do not do anything that might damage the mains 
lead or the mains plug.
 Do not damage the mains lead, make any 
modifications to it, place it near any hot objects, bend 
it excessively, twist it, pull it, place heavy objects on 
top of it or wrap it into a bundle.
 If the mains lead is used while damaged, electric 
shocks, short-circuits or fire may result.
 Ask an Authorised Service Centre to carry out any 
repairs to the mains lead that might be necessary.
Do not place the projector on soft materials such as 
carpets or sponge mats.
 Doing so may cause the projector to overheat, which 
can cause burns, fire or damage to the projector.
Do not place liquid containers on top of the 
projector.
 If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire 
or electric shocks could result.
 If any water gets inside the projector, contact an 
Authorised Service Centre.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector.
 Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects 
into the projector or drop them onto the projector, as 
doing so can result in fire or electric shocks.
Do not allow the + and - terminals of the batteries to 
come into contact with metallic objects such as 
necklaces or hairpins.
 Failure to observe this may cause the batteries to 
leak, overheat, explode or catch fire.
 Store the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them 
away from metallic objects.
WA R N I N G S 
						

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Important 
Information
Do not touch the leaked liquid from the batteries.
 If you touch the leaked liquid, it may hurt your skin. 
Immediately wash away the liquid with water and 
seek medical advice.
 If you get the leaked liquid in your eye, it may cause 
blindness or damage. Never rub your eye, and 
immediately wash away the liquid with water and 
seek medical advice.
During a thunderstorm, do not touch the projector or 
the cable.
 Electric shocks can result.
Do not use the projector in a bath or shower.
 Fire or electric shocks can result.
Do not place your skin into the light beam while the 
projector is being used.
 Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you 
place directly into this light, it can hurt or damage 
your skin.
Do not look into the lens while the projector is being 
used.
 Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you 
look directly into this light, it can hurt and damage 
your eyes.
 Be especially careful not to let young children look 
into the lens. In addition, turn off the power and 
disconnect the mains plug when you are away from 
the projector.Do not place your hands or other objects close to the 
air exhaust port.
 Heated air comes out of the air exhaust port. Do not 
place your hands or face, or objects which cannot 
withstand heat close to this port [allow at least 
50 cm (20) of space], otherwise burns or damage 
could result.
Replacement of the lamp is recommended to be 
carried out by a qualified technician.
 The lamp has high internal pressure. If improperly 
handled, explosion might result.
 The lamp can easily become damaged if struck 
against hard objects or dropped, and injury or 
malfunctions may result.
When replacing the lamp, allow it to cool for at least 
one hour before handling it.
 The lamp cover gets very hot, and touching it can 
cause burns.
Before replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect the 
mains plug from the mains socket.
 Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not 
done.
Do not allow infants or pets to touch the remote 
control unit.
 Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of 
infants and pets after using it.
Do not cover the air intake port or the air exhaust 
port.
 Doing so may cause the projector to overheat, which 
can cause fire or damage to the projector.
 Do not place the projector in narrow, badly ventilated 
places such as closets or bookshelves.
 Do not place the projector on cloth or papers, as 
these materials could be drawn into the air intake 
port.
Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places 
or in places where the projector may come into 
contact with oily smoke or steam.
 Using the projector under such conditions may result 
in fire, electric shocks or plastic deterioration. The 
plastic deterioration may cause the falling down of 
the projector which is mounted on the ceiling.
Do not set up the projector in a high temperature 
environment, such as near a heater or in direct 
sunlight.
 Failure to observe this may result in fire, malfunction 
or plastic deterioration.Do not set up the projector outdoors.
 The projector is designed for indoor use only.
When disconnecting the mains lead, hold the plug, 
not the lead.
 If the mains lead itself is pulled, the lead will become 
damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric 
shocks may result.
Always disconnect all cables before moving the 
projector.
 Moving the projector with cables still attached can 
damage the cables, which could cause fire or electric 
shocks to occur.
Do not place any heavy objects on top of the 
projector.
 Failure to observe this may cause the projector to 
become unbalanced and fall, which could result in 
damage or injury.
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Important 
Information
Do not short-circuit, heat or disassemble the 
batteries or place them into water or fire.
 Failure to observe this may cause the batteries to 
overheat, leak, explode or catch fire, and burns or 
other injury may result.
When inserting the batteries, make sure the 
polarities (+ and -) are correct.
 If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, they may 
explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of 
the battery compartment and surrounding area may 
result.
Use only the specified batteries.
 If incorrect or different kinds of batteries are used, 
they may explode or leak, and fire, injury or 
contamination of the battery compartment and 
surrounding area may result.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
 If the batteries are used mixing old and new, they 
may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination 
of the battery compartment and surrounding area 
may result.
Remove the used batteries from the remote control 
promptly.
 If you leave used batteries in the remote control for 
an extended period of time, it may cause liquid 
leaking, abnormal internal temperature rising or 
explosion.
If not using the projector for an extended period of 
time, disconnect the mains plug from the mains 
socket and remove the batteries from the remote 
control.
 If dust builds up on the mains plug, the resulting 
humidity may damage the insulation, which could 
result in fire.
 Keeping or leaving the remote control with batteries 
inside may cause insulation deterioration, electrical 
leakage or explosion which could result in fire.Do not put your weight on this projector.
 You could fall or the projector could break, and injury 
may result.
 Be especially careful not to let young children stand 
or sit on the projector.
Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket as 
a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning.
 Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
If the lamp has broken, ventilate the room 
immediately. Do not touch or bring your face close 
to the broken pieces.
 Failure to observe this may cause the user to absorb 
the gas which was released when the lamp broke and 
which contains nearly the same amount of mercury 
as fluorescent lamps, and the broken pieces may 
cause injury.
 If you believe that you have absorbed the gas or that 
the gas has got into your eyes or mouth, seek 
medical advice immediately.
 Ask your dealer about the replacement of the lamp 
unit and check the inside of the projector.
Ask an Authorised Service Centre to clean inside the 
projector at least once a year.
 If dust is left to build up inside the projector without 
being cleaned out, it can result in fire or problems 
with operation.
 It is a good idea to clean the inside of the projector 
before the season for humid weather arrives. Ask 
your nearest Authorised Service Centre to clean the 
projector when required. Please discuss with the 
Authorised Service Centre regarding cleaning costs.
We are constantly making efforts to preserve and maintain a clean environment. Please take non repairable 
units back to your dealer or a recycling company.
Do not subject the projector to excessive vibration 
or shocks.
 The projector lens needs to be handled with care.
 Cover the lens with the lens cover when transporting 
the projector.When transporting the projector, hold the body at 
the bottom securely.
 Do not hold the front leg adjusters or the top cover to 
move the projector, as this may damage the 
projector.
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Important 
InformationAvoid setting up in places which are subject to 
vibration or shocks.
 The internal parts can be damaged, which may cause 
malfunctions or accidents.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to 
sudden temperature changes, such as near an air 
conditioner or lighting equipment.
 The life of the lamp may be shortened or the projector 
may be turned off. See “TEMP indicator” on page 45.
Do not set up the projector near high-voltage power 
lines or near motors.
 The projector may be subject to electromagnetic 
interference.If installing the projector to the ceiling, ask a 
qualified technician or an Authorised Service Centre 
to carry out all installation work.
 You will need to purchase the separate installation kit 
(Model No. ET-PKE2000, ET-PKE1000S). 
Furthermore, all installation work should only be 
carried out by a qualified technician.
 See “Ceiling mount bracket safeguards” on page 56 
for the safety cable installation.
If using this projector at high elevations 1 400 - 
2 700 m (4 593 - 8 858 ft) sea level, set the HIGH 
ALTITUDE MODE to ON. See “HIGH ALTITUDE 
MODE” on page 44.
 Failure to observe this may result in malfunctions or 
the life of the lamp or the other components may be 
shortened.
In order to get the best picture quality
 Draw curtains or blinds over any windows and turn off 
any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or 
light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
Do not touch the surfaces of the lens with your bare 
hands.
 If the surface of the lens becomes dirty from 
fingerprints or anything else, this will be magnified 
and projected onto the screen. Moreover, when not 
using the projector, attach the lens cover.
Liquid crystal panel
 Do not project the same image for long periods of 
time, as this may remain as an afterimage on the 
liquid crystal panel. Display the white screen test 
pattern for more than an hour to remove it. See 
“ZOOM/FOCUS” on page 40.
 The liquid crystal panel of the projector is built with 
very high precision technology to provide fine picture 
details. Occasionally, a few stuck pixels may appear 
on the screen as fixed points of blue, green or red. It 
is recommended to switch off the projector once and 
try after 1 hour later again. Please note that this does 
not affect the performance of your LCD.The projector has a high pressure mercury lamp and 
that is characterised as follows.
 The brightness of the lamp depends on the duration 
of use.
 The lamp may explode or shorten the lamp life by 
shocks or chipping damage.
 The lamp may explode only occasionally after using 
the projector.
 The lamp may explode if using the projector after the 
instructed lamp replacement timing.
 When the lamp exploded, it emits the internal smoke-
like gas.
 The lamp life depends on individual lamp 
characteristics, usage condition and the installation 
environment. Especially the consecutive use of the 
projector for more than 10 hours, or the frequent 
switching on or off may greatly affect on the lamp life.
Optical components
 If you use the projector consecutively 6 hours every 
day, the optical components may need to be replaced 
in less than 1 year.
Cautions when installing
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Important 
Information
Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector.
* The protectors for enclosed products, such as a plug 
cover or foam cartons, must be treated properly.* Contact to an Authorised Service Centre for lost 
accessories.
Accessories
Remote control for 
PT-AE3000E (x1)
N2QAYB000316Safety cable
TTRA0141
Attachment screw (x1)
Safety cable (x1)Lens cover (x1)
TXFKK01VKF5
(Attached to the projector by default.)
Mains lead for continental Europe (x1)
K2CM3FH00001
3 m (910)Mains lead for UK (x1)
K2CT3FH00003
3 m (910)
AA batteries for remote control (x2) Power cord secure lock (x1)
TTRA0184