Panasonic Projector Pt Ae900u Operating Instructions

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TQBJ 0182
LCD Projector 
Operating Instructions
Model No.
PT-AE900U
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Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully an\
d 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)
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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-AE900USerial number:
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ContentsPreparationIMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ...2
Precautions with regard to 
safety .........................................6
Accessories ...............................10
Before use ..................................11
Location and function of each
part ...........................................13Getting startedSetting-up ...................................18
Projection methods, Projector
position, Projection distances,
Setting up range using the lens shift
function...

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Precautions with regard to safetyWARNINGIf you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming from the projector,
disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
BDo not continue to use the projector in such cases, otherwise fire or
electric shocks could result.
BCheck that no more smoke is coming out, and then contact an Authorized
Service Center for repairs.
BDo not attempt to repair the projector yourself, as this can be dangerous.
Do not install this projector in...

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Do not look into the lens while the projector is being used.
BStrong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If you look directly into this
light, it can hurt and damage your eyes.
BBe especially careful not to let young children look into the lens. In
addition, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord plug when you
are away from the projector.Do not place your skin into the light beam while the projector is being used.BStrong light is emitted from the...

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AccessoriesCheck that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your
projector.
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.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to sudden temperature
changes, such as near an air conditioner.
The life of the lamp may be shortened.
Do not set up the projector 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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#SERIAL connector (pages 22, 23, 24 and 66)
This connector is used to connect a personal computer to the projector in
order to control the projector externally. (RS-232C compatible)
$HDMI IN connector (page 23)
This connector is used to input HDMI signals.
%PC IN (RGB input) connector (page 24)
This connector is used to input RGB signals from a PC.
&COMPONENT 1 IN [YP
BPR(C
BCR) input] connectors (page 22)
These connectors are used to...

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Projector control panel
Remote control unit
&Arrow (
F F
, G G
, I I
and H H
) buttons (page 42)
These buttons are used to select and adjust items in the on-screen menus.
'ENTER button (page 42)
This button is used to accept and to activate items selected in the on-screen menus.
(MENU button (page 40)
This button is used to display the menu screen. When a menu screen is being
displayed, it can be used to return to a...

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Projection distancesNOTE:
BThe dimensions in the table above are approximate.
BFor details about projected image distances, refer to page 69.NOTE:
BPlace the projector so that it is vertical to the screen.
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...