Panasonic Projector Pt Ae700u Operating Instructions

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TQBJ 0161-1
LCD Projector 
Operating Instructions
Model No.
PT-AE700U
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Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this
manual for future use.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.co.jp/global/ (Puerto Rico) 

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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-AE700USerial number:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY...

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ContentsPreparationIMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ...2
Precautions with regard to 
safety .........................................5
Accessories .................................9
Before use ....................................9
Location and function of each
part ...........................................11Getting startedSetting-up ...................................16
Projection methods, Projector
position, Projection distances,
Setting up range using the lens shift
function...

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Do not do anything that might damage the power cord or the power
cord plug.
BDo not damage the power cord, 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.
BIf the power cord is used while damaged, electric shocks, short-circuits or
fire may result.
BAsk an Authorized Service Center to carry out any repairs to the power
cord that might be necessary.
Do not...

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AccessoriesCheck that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your
projector.Remote control unit
(N2QAEA000025 x1)Video cable 
[3.0 m (9´10˝),
K2KA2FA00003 x1]AAA batteries for
remote control unit (x2)Before useCautions regarding setting-upAvoid setting up in places which are subject to vibration or shocks.
The internal parts can be damaged, which may cause malfunctions or
accidents.
Do not set up the projector near high-voltage power lines or near...

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Notes on useIn 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, retract the lens and then...

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Connector panel
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#TRIGGER connector (pages 20, 21 and 22)
This connector outputs 12 V when the power is turned on. Connect this
connector to equipment such as an electric screen.
$HDMI IN connector (page 21)
This connector is used to input HDMI signals.
%PC IN (RGB input) connector (page 22)
This connector is used to input RGB signals from a PC.
&S-VIDEO IN connector (page 20)
This connector is used to input signals from an S-VIDEO-compatible
equipment...

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Projector control panel
Remote control unit
#Power indicator (pages 24, 26 and 27)
This indicator illuminates red when the main power is switched on (standby
mode), and it illuminates green when a picture starts to be projected.
$LAMP indicator (page 49)
This indicator illuminates when it is time to replace the lamp unit. It flashes
if a circuit abnormality is detected.
%TEMP indicator (page 48)
This indicator illuminates if...

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Projection distancesNOTE:
BThe dimensions in the table above are approximate.
BFor details about projected image distances, refer to page 60.
Getting started
Setting-upProjection methodsIn way of installing projector, any one of the following four projection methods
are used. Select whichever projection method matches the setting-up
method. (The projection method can be set from the “OPTION” menu. Refer
to page 47 for details.)
BFront-desk projectionBFront-ceiling projection
BRear-desk...

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Setting up range using the lens shift functionThis projector can be placed in various places by controlling the shift lever at
the front side of the projector to move the lens in order to adjust the position
of the projected image.
BHorizontal lens shift
BVertical lens shiftAbout 25% of the
screen (maximum)About 25% of the
screen (maximum)About 63% of
the screen
(maximum)About 63% of
the screen
(maximum) When shift lever is moved
to the left (full)When shift lever...