Panasonic Projector Pt Ae8000EH Operating Instructions

							[OPTION] menu
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Settings
[LAMP POWER]
Switch the lamp intensity according to the usage 
environment of the projector and its intended use.
Switch settingsSwitch settings
[NORMAL]When higher luminance is 
required
[ECO] When lower luminance is 
sufficient
Note
 
z The brightness in the [ECO] settings is lowered 
enabling saving power and reducing operating noise. It 
is recommended that you use the [ECO] setting when 
viewing in a place where natural light is blocked and 
there is no artificial light.
 
z When no input signal is detected, the function is disabled.
[FUNCTION BUTTON]
Display the function currently assigned to the 
 button of the remote control. Also, 
cancel the assigned function.
 
■ How to cancel function assignment
1)  
Press the  button.
 
z The [FUNCTION BUTTON] confirmation message 
is displayed.
 FUNCTION BUTT
ON
FUNCTION BUTT ON IS DISABLED.
CANCELOK
2)  Select [OK] with the ◄ ► buttons.
3)   Press the  button.
Note
 
z See “Using the  button” in “Remote 
control operation” regarding allocating operations to the 
 button. (
 page 34)
[VIERA LINK SETTINGS]
Configure VIERA Link.
Press the  button.
 
z The [VIERA LINK SETTINGS] confirmation 
message is displayed.
 VIERA LINK SETTINGS
 VIERA LINK
 POWER ON LINK
 POWER OFF LINK
 ST
ANDBY  POWER SA VE
 INTELLIGENT  A\fTO ST ANDBY
 VERSION : HDA VI C\bntr\bl 5  ON
 OFF
 OFF
 OFF
 OFF
PICT\fRE
POSITION
LANG\fAGE
3D SETTINGS
LENS CONTROL OPTION
 
■ [VIERA LINK]
Set whether the VIERA Link control is active.
Switch settingsSwitch settings
[ON]
Active
[OFF] Inactive
When [VIERA LINK] is [ON], the following settings can be 
made.
[POWER ON LINK]
[POWER OFF LINK]
[STANDBY POWER SAVE]
[INTELLIGENT AUTO STANDBY] 
						

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Settings
 
■ [POWER ON LINK]
Specify whether or not to switch the power of the projector 
on when it is in standby by operating external devices.
Switch settingsSwitch settings
[OFF]
Inactive
[ON] Switch projector power on along 
with external devices
Note
 
z Depending on the external device, the projector may 
automatically turn on when some functions of the 
connected devices are used. (Only in standby)
 
z Due to the projector’s characteristics, it takes time 
before projection begins. Please be aware that video 
may already have started by the time the projector is 
operating fully.
 
■ [POWER OFF LINK]
Specify whether to switch the power off for external devices 
when this projector is set to standby.
Switch settingsSwitch settings
[ON] Switch the power of external 
devices off along with this 
projector
[OFF] Do not switch the power of 
external devices off along with 
this projector
Note
 
z This function works even if the projector enters standby 
mode automatically through the [SLEEP] function.
 
z There are cases where some external devices may 
not be switched off depending on their status (currently 
recording etc.)
 
■ [STANDBY POWER SAVE]
Specify whether or not to switch the mode of external 
devices to the mode with minimum power consumption 
when the projector is set to standby.
Switch settingsSwitch settings
[OFF]
Do not switch
[ON] Switch the mode of external 
devices to the mode with 
minimum power consumption
Note
 
z This function works when [POWER OFF LINK] is set to 
[ON].
 
z Depending on the external devices, when the projector 
is turned on power consumption may increase even in 
[STANDBY POWER SAVE] mode in order to achieve 
faster start up.
 
■ [INTELLIGENT AUTO STANDBY]
Specify whether or not to keep the power on for external 
devices selected for input and switch the power off for 
external devices not selected for input. 
If you select [ON (WITH REMINDER)], a message is 
displayed before the function operates.
Switch settingsSwitch settings
[OFF] Maintain the power on state of 
devices for which input is not 
selected 
[ON (WITH 
REMINDER)] After a confirmation message is 
displayed, devices for which the 
input is not selected are set to 
standby mode
[ON (NO 
REMINDER)] Devices for which the input is not 
selected are set to standby mode
Note
 
z This function may not work properly depending on the 
external device. 
						

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Settings
[OTHER FUNCTIONS]
Press the  button.
 
z The [OTHER FUNCTIONS] menu is displayed.
 OTHER FUNCTIONS
 FREEZE
 BLANK
 VIERA LINK
 INPUT SELECT
 H\fMI1 IN
 H\fMI2 IN
 H\fMI\b IN
 COMPUTER IN
 COMPONENT
 IN
 S-VI\fEO IN
 VI\fEO IN
PICTURE
POSITION
LANGUAGE
\b\f SETTINGS
LENS CONTROL OPTION
 
■ [FREEZE]
You can temporarily freeze the projected video 
independently of external device playback.
Press the  button.
 
z Pressing the  button cancels the function.
Note
 
z While displaying the frozen image, you can enter the 
[AREA SELECT] mode of the [SPLIT ADJUST] menu 
by pressing the  button. However, when a 3D 
signal is being input (including converting 2D to 3D), 
transition to [SPLIT ADJUST] is not possible.
 
 For details see [SPLIT ADJUST] in the [PICTURE] 
menu. (
 page 44)
 
■ [BLANK]
When the projector is not being used for a brief period, 
such as during a break in a meeting or during preparation 
for a meeting, the video can be stopped temporarily.
Press the  button.
 
z Press any button to escape from the blank mode.
 
■ [VIERA LINK MENU]
You can operate an HDMI-connected device.
Press the  button.
 
z The [VIERA LINK MENU] menu is displayed.
[VIERA LINK 
CONTROL] Selects the device to operate 
and switches input
[HOME CINEMA 
VOLUME] Adjusts the cinema volume
[HOME CINEMA 
MUTE] Mutes the cinema
[OPERATE 
OTHER DEVICE] Operates third-party device
 
z For details, see “Using VIERA Link”. ( page 96)
 
■ INPUT SELECT
The input can be switched directly.
[HDMI 1/2/3 IN]
HDMI signal from the device 
connected to  
HDMI IN 1/HDMI IN 2/HDMI IN 3.
[COMPUTER IN]
RGB signal and 
 
COMPONENT signals (YC
BCR/
YP
BPR) from the device connected 
to COMPUTER IN.
[COMPONENT  IN]COMPONENT signals (YCBCR/
YP
BPR) from the device connected 
to COMPONENT IN.
[S-VIDEO IN]S-VIDEO signal from the device  
connected to S-VIDEO IN.
[VIDEO IN]VIDEO signal from the device  
connected to VIDEO IN.
1)   Use the ▲ ▼ buttons to place the cursor 
on the input to be switched.
2)   Press the  button.
 
z Switch to the selected input.
[TEST PATTERN]
You can display 5 types of image patterns for 
confirmation. 
Press the  button to switch to the other 
patterns. Pressing the  button cancels the 
function.
Note
 
z When 3D is being displayed (including converting 2D to 
3D), the [TEST PATTERN] cannot be executed. Perform 
the operation after switching to 2D.
[LAMP RUNTIME]
You can check how long the lamp has been used.
Attention
 
z When replacing the lamp, follow the “Lamp unit 
replacement procedure” (
 
page  91) and set the runtime 
to [0].
Note
 
z When the lamp unit has reached the end of its lifespan 
the [LAMP RUNTIME] menu will provide the usage 
time notification by flashing red and gray. See “When to 
replace the lamp unit” (
 page 90) about the lifespan. 
						

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Settings
[INITIALIZE ALL]
Return all settings to factory defaults.
When you perform this operation, the projector is set 
to the standby state for initialization.
1)  Press the ▲▼ buttons to select 
[INITIALIZE ALL], and press and hold the 
 button for three seconds or 
more.
 
z The [INITIALIZE ALL] confirmation message 
appears.
INITIALIZE 
ALL
INITIALIZE ALL
CANCELOK
2)  Press the ◄► buttons to select [OK], 
and press the  button.
 
z The "Initializing …" screen is displayed followed by 
the "Turn OFF computer" confirmation screen..
3)  
Press the  button.
 
z At this point, all key operations other than the 
 button and the power < 
 / | > button are 
disabled.
4)   Wait until the power indicator of the 
projector  lights 
up red or flashes (the fan stops).
5)   Turn OFF the power supply by pressing 
the  side of the  
switch. 
						

							TEMP and LAMP Indicators
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Maintenance
TEMP and LAMP Indicators
Managing the indicated problems
If a problem should occur with the projector, the lamp indicator  and/or temperature indicator  
will illuminate or flash. Check the indicator status and deal with problems as follows.Attention
 
z When switching off power to deal with problems, ensure that you follow the procedure in “Switching off the power”. 
(
 page 30)
Note
 
z Check the status of the power supply with the power indicator . ( page 28)
 Lamp indicator
Temperature indicator
 
■ Temperature indicator 
Indicator 
status
 
z Illuminates red during projection. 
 
(Alert indicating [REFER TO THE “TEMP indicator” SECTION IN THE OPERATION MANUAL.] is 
displayed.)  
 
z Flashing red when power is turned off (projection stops automatically).
Problem
The temperature inside and/or outside the projector is abnormally high.
Cause The air intake and 
exhaust ports may 
be obstructed. The room 
temperature may 
be too high.The air filter unit 
may be excessively 
dirty and ventilation 
may be poor.The projector may be being 
used at high elevations 
 
(1 400 m (4 593 ft) or more 
above sea level).
Solution Remove object(s) 
from the ventilation 
ports or clear the 
area around the 
projector. Place the projector 
in an environment 
with temperature 
and humidity as 
designated in the 
specifications.
 
(
 page 106) Clean or replace 
the air filter unit.  
(
 page 87)The projector can only be 
used for two minutes after 
turning on.  Set [HIGH 
ALTITUDE MODE] to [ON] 
within two minutes of turning 
the projector on.
 
(
 page 80)
Note
 
z If the  indicator is illuminated or flashes despite taking the actions above, please contact your dealer to have your 
projector repaired. 
						

							TEMP and LAMP Indicators 
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Maintenance
 
■ Lamp indicator 
Indicator 
status Illuminated red
Flashing red
Problem
Time to replace the lamp unit. Illuminates when 
the lamp unit has reached its maximum usage 
period of 3 800 hours (when [LAMP POWER] 
is set to [NORMAL]). 
Lamp circuit failure, abnormal function or lamp unit 
is damaged.
Cause A message suggesting lamp replacement 
is displayed when power is turned on. The power may 
have been turned on 
immediately after being 
turned off.Lamp circuit failure, 
abnormal function or 
lamp unit is damaged.
Solution Replace the lamp unit. (
 page 91)Let the lamp unit cool 
down and turn on the 
power. Press the  side 
of the  
switch to turn off the 
power as described 
in the “Switching off 
the power” procedure 
(
 page 30) and contact 
your dealer.
Note
 
z If the  indicator is illuminated or flashes despite taking the actions above, please contact an 
Authorized Service 
Center to have your projector repaired. 
						

							Care and replacement
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Maintenance
Before cleaning the projector / 
replacing components
Attention
 
z Turn off the  switch and disconnect 
the power plug from the wall outlet before cleaning the 
projector/replacing components.
 
z Follow the “Switching off the power” procedure when 
turning off the projector. (
 page 30)
Cleaning the projector
 
■ Cleaning the outer surface of the 
projector
Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft dry cloth.
 
z If it is difficult to remove the dirt, soak a cloth in water, 
wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector. Dry 
the projector with a dry cloth.
 
z Do not use petroleum benzene, thinner, any 
alcoholic solvent, or kitchen detergents. Using these 
substances may result in changes or damage to the 
surface of the projector.
 
z When using a chemically treated cloth, follow the 
accompanying guidelines.
 
■ Cleaning the lens surface
If dirt or dust accumulates on the surface of the lens, it will 
be enlarged and projected onto the screen.
 
Wipe dirt and dust from the front of the lens gently with a 
clean, soft, and dry cloth.
 
z Do not use a fluffy rag, or a greasy, wet, or dirty 
cloth.
 
z Do not rub the lens harshly as this may damage the 
surface.
Attention
 
z The lens is made of glass. It may break or crack if struck 
with a hard object or rubbed harshly. Please be careful 
when handling the lamp.
 
■ Air filter unit
If too much dust accumulates in the air filter the internal 
temperature of the projector cannot be maintained at the 
normal level. A confirmation message is displayed on the 
screen, and at the same time  illuminates red. The 
power is cut off automatically after a while. Clean the filter 
after every 100 hours of usage.
1)  
Remove the air filter cover.
 
z Using a Phillips screwdriver to turn the fixing screw 
of the air filter cover until loose and remove the 
cover.
Air filter cover
Air filter cover fixing 
screw
2)  
Remove the air filter unit.
 
z Hold the grips on the air filter unit, and remove it 
from the projector.
     
Air filter unit
Grips (
UP
 arrow engraved)
*   After removing the air filter unit, remove any large build 
ups of dirt or dust in the air filter unit bay and the air 
intake port on the projector.
3)   Vacuum dirt and dust from the air filter 
unit.
 
z Do not wash the air filter unit.
Care and replacement 
						

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Maintenance
4)  Attach the air filter unit to the projector.
 
z  
Attach the air filter unit to the projector using the 
reverse of the procedure in 2).
*   Insert the air filter unit into the projector in the 
direction of the arrow engraved into the air filter 
frame (
UP) until it clicks into place.
5)   Attach the air filter cover, and firmly 
tighten the air filter cover fixing screw 
(one) with a Philips screwdriver.
Attention
 
z The air filter unit must always be installed in the projector. 
Failure to do so will result in malfunctions due to foreign 
materials, such as dust, entering the projector.
 
z Do not use water to wash the air filter unit as this 
decreases its ability to absorb dust. 
						

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Maintenance
Component replacement
 
■ Air filter and 
electrostatic filter
The air filter should be replaced when cleaning is ineffective.   
A replacement air filter / electrostatic filter is available separately (service component).    
Contact your dealer for the optional air filter and electrostatic filter . 
 Also, please replace the air filter and electrostatic filter when replacing the lamp unit.   
 (An air filter and electrostatic filter are included with the [ET -LAA410] replacement lamp unit.)
 
■ Lamp unit
The lamp unit is a consumable component. See “When to replace the lamp unit” ( page 90) about the lifespan.
Contact your dealer if you wish to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET -LAA410: Service component).
It is recommended that specialized engineers perform lamp unit replacement. Contact your dealer .
Attention
 
z Wait until the lamp unit has cooled sufficiently before replacing (wait one hour or longer).
 
The lamp cover gets very hot, and contact with it can cause burns.
 
 
■ Before replacing the lamp unit
 
zA Phillips screwdriver is necessary when carrying out 
replacement. Hold the screwdriver firmly.
 
zThe light source lamp is a glass component. If it is hit on a hard 
object or dropped, breakage may occur. 
Be careful when handling a light source lamp.
 
zDo not disassemble or modify the lamp unit.
 
zGrip the handle when you remove the lamp unit. Some parts of 
the lamp unit are sharpened and may cause injury.
 
zThe lamp may be ruptured. Care should be taken not to scatter 
pieces of the broken lamp glass when replacing the lamp unit. 
Pieces of the broken lamp may fall from the lamp unit especially 
when the projector is mounted on the ceiling, so when replacing 
the lamp unit do not stand directly underneath it or position your 
face close to it. 
 
zThe lamp contains mercury. Contact the local government office 
or distributor for the correct disposal of the old lamp unit.
Note
 
z Be sure to use the lamp unit specified. 
						

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Maintenance
 
■ When to replace the lamp unit
The lamp unit is a consumable component. Brightness decreases according to duration of usage, so periodical replacement 
of the lamp unit is necessary. A rough estimate for the usage period is 4 000 hours, but depending on the characteristics of 
individual lamps, usage conditions, periods of continuous use, and environmental conditions etc., the lamp may cease to 
illuminate prior to reaching 4 000 hours of use. It is recommended that you prepare a spare lamp unit in advance.
 
As the risk of the lamp to cracking increases after 4 000 hours the lamp automatically turns of f.
On screen
REPLACE LAMP
Lamp indicator
Over 3 800*1 
hours The message is displayed for 30 seconds. 
If you press any button within the 30 
seconds, the message disappears.
Illuminates red, including when in standby 
mode.
Over 4 000
*1 
hours The message is displayed until you press 
any button.
*1: 
  This is the time value for when the lamp is used with [LAMP POWER] in the [OPTION] menu set to [NORMAL] ( page 81). 
Differs from the actual usage time displayed in [LAMP RUNTIME] of the [OPTION] menu. This time increases greatly when 
[LAMP POWER] is set to [ECO]. 
Note
 
z Setting [LAMP POWER] to [ECO] results in decreased brightness but the lamp may be used for longer.
 
z The usage period of 4 000 hours is a rough estimate and is not guaranteed. 
 
When the lamps are turned on and off frequently,  the lamp replacement cycle is shortened. The usage environment affects 
the lamp replacement cycle.