Panasonic Projector Pt D12000u Operating Instructions

							TQBJ 0263-2
Operating Instructions
3-chip DLP®-based Projector
Commercial Use
PT-D12000U
PT-DZ12000U
Read these instructions completely before operating this unit.
Models No. 
						

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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 performance out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic 
DLP
® based projector.
The serial number of your product may be found on an attached label. You should note it in the space provided 
below and retain this booklet in case service is required.
Model number: PT-D12000U/PT-DZ12000U
Serial number:  
						

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Getting Started
Basic Operation Special Features Information
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE 4
Precautions with regard to safety 
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Before Using 
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Location and function of each part 
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Using the remote control unit 17
Installation 
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Connection 
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Installation of (optional) input modules 
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Projection 
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How to adjust the lens 40
Registration of input signal data 
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Basic operations using the remote control 
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On-screen menus 51
Adjusting the picture 54
Adjusting the position 60
How to use ADVANCED MENU 
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Setting the DISPLAY LANGUAGE 
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Display Option settings 70
Projector setup 
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P IN P 
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Displaying the internal test pattern 
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How to use network functions 
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Using the PJLink™ protocol 105
Using the serial terminals 106
Using the Remote 2 terminal 
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Monitor Lamp Indicators 111
Cleaning and replacement of air filter 
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Notes when installing the ceiling mount bracket 
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Before asking for service 
œ try to check the following points again. 
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Self-diagnosis display 118
Specifications 
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Appendix 
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Dimensions 
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Index 
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Be sure to read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE” and 
the “Precautions with regard to safety”. (pp. 4-9) 
						

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
WARNING:  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE 
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, 
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous 
voltage” within the Product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude 
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the 
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
CAUTION:
This equipment is equipped with a three-pin grounding-type power 
plug. Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This plug 
will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If 
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician. 
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug. 
Do not remove 
						

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WARNING:  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, use only shielded interface cables when 
connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any unauthorized changes 
or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to 
operate. 
WARNING:  Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the 
Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/
NFPA 75.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number:  PT-D12000U/PT-DZ12000U
Trade Name: Panasonic
Responsible Party:  Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Telephone Number:  (888) 411-1996
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.
NOTICE:  This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains 
mercury. Dispose may be regulated in your community due to environmental 
considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your 
local authorities, or the Electronic Industries Alliance: http://www.eiae.org 
						

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Precautions with regard to safety
WARNING
If a problem occurs (such as no image) or if you notice smoke or   „
a strange smell coming from the projector, turn off the power and 
disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
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 Authorized Service Center 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. • 
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, or if the projector   „
is dropped or the cabinet is broken, turn off the power and disconnect 
the power cord from the wall outlet.
Continued use of the projector in this condition may result in fire or electric shocks. • 
Contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs. • 
Do not cover the air filter, the air inlet and exhaust vents.  „
Doing so may cause the projector to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the projector. • 
Do not overload the wall outlet.  „
If the power supply is overloaded (for example, by using too many adapters), overheating may occur  • 
and fire may result.
Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.  „
High voltages which can cause fire or electric shocks are present inside the projector. • 
For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact an Authorized Service Center. • 
Clean the power cord plug regularly to prevent it from becoming   „
covered in dust.
If dust builds up on the power cord plug, the resulting humidity can damage the insulation, which  • 
could result in fire. Pull the power cord out from the wall outlet and wipe it with a dry cloth.
If not using the projector for an extended period of time, pull the power cord plug out from the wall  • 
outlet.
Do not do anything that might damage the power cord or the power   „
cord plug.
Do 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.
If the power cord is used while damaged, electric shocks, short-circuits or fire may result. • 
Ask an Authorized Service Center to carry out any repairs to the power cord that might be necessary. • 
Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.  „
Failure to observe this may result in electric shocks. • 
Insert the power cord plug securely into the wall outlet.  „
If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or overheating could result. • 
Do not use plugs which are damaged or wall outlets which are coming loose.  •  
						

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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 disassemble the lamp unit.  „
If the lamp section breaks, it may cause injury. • 
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 Authorized Service Center.  • 
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.
After removing the battery from remote control unit, keep it away from   „
the reach of children.
The battery can cause death by suffocation if swallowed. • 
If the battery is swallowed, seek medical advice immediately. • 
Do not allow the + and - terminals of the battery to come into contact   „
with metallic objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
Failure to observe this may cause the battery to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. • 
Store the battery in a plastic bag and keep it away from metallic objects. • 
Insulate the battery using tape or similar before disposal.  „
If the battery comes into contact with metallic objects or other batteries, it may catch fire or explode. • 
Replacement of the lamp unit should be carried out by a qualified   „
technician.
The lamp unit has high internal pressure. If improperly handled, failure might result. • 
The lamp unit can easily become damaged if struck against hard objects or dropped, and injury or  • 
malfunctions may result.
When installing to a ceiling, be sure to use the accessory wire (install   „
in a different location to the ceiling mount bracket) and the eye bolts 
as an extra preventative measure to stop the projector from falling 
down. 
If the projector is not secure enough, accidents may result. • 
Do not place sets directly on top of each other.  „
If this is not observed, accidents may result. • 
Do not use the projector while the projection lens cover is still   „
attached to the projection lens (sold separately).
If this is not observed, fire may occur. • 
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.
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  • 
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Precautions with regard to safety (continued)
CAUTION
Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty places or in places   „
where the projector may come into contact with smoke or steam.
Using the projector under such conditions may result in fire or electric shocks. • 
When disconnecting the power cord, hold the plug, not the cord.  „
If the power cord itself is pulled, the cord 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.
Do not short-circuit, heat or disassemble the battery or place it into   „
water or fire.
Failure to observe this may cause the battery to overheat, leak, explode or catch fire, and burns or other  • 
injury may result.
When inserting the battery, make sure the polarities (+ and -) are   „
correct.
If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the  • 
battery compartment and surrounding area may result.
Use only the specified battery.  „
If an incorrect battery is used, it may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery  • 
compartment and surrounding area may result close to this port, otherwise burns or damage could 
result.
Do not bring your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port.  „
Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not bring your hands or face, or objects which cannot  • 
withstand heat. 
Do not use the old lamp unit.  „
The lamp section may break. • 
Replacement of the lamp unit should only be carried out after it has   „
completely cooled off, otherwise burns may result.
Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet as a safety 
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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 to replace the lamp unit and check the inside of the projector. •  
						

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Ask an Authorized Service Center 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 Authorized Service Center to clean the projector when required. Please discuss with the 
Authorized Service Center regarding cleaning costs.
Do not reach for the openings beside the optical lens, during   „
horizontal or vertical movements of the lens there is a injury hazard.
An effort to keep our environment clean, please bring the 
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non-repairable unit to your Dealer or a Recycling Company.
Do not use projectors with the adjustable feet or projection lens cover 
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removed.
If this is not observed, the sets may not operate correctly or accidents may result. •  
						

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Accessories
Check that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your projector.
Remote Control
[N2QAYB000076 × 1]Batteries for Remote 
Control (AA)Power cord Drop-prevention bracket
For 240 V
[K2CG3YY00035 × 1]For 120 V
[K2CH3YY00001 × 1]Eye bolt
[TPAHE86 × 4]Wire
[TTRA0143 × 4]
Caution when moving the projector
The projection lens is susceptible to vibrations and impacts. Be sure to always remove the lens during transport.
Cautions regarding setup
Be sure to observe the following precautions when installing the product.
Be sure to install the projection lens cover after installing the projection lens.  „
If this is not done, dust will collect inside the projector and problems with the projector will result.
Avoid installing the product in a place exposed to vibrations or impacts.  „
If the projector is installed in a place where vibrations are transmitted from a source of driving power and 
others or mounted in a car, vibrations or impacts may be transmitted to the product to damage the internal 
parts, causing failure. Install the product in a place free from vibrations and impacts.
Do not install the projector near high-voltage power lines or power sources.  „
The product may be exposed to interference if it is installed in the vicinity of high-voltage electrical power 
lines or power sources.
Do not place the projector on a vinyl sheet or carpet.  „
If a vinyl sheet sucked up and blocks the air filter intake port, the internal temperature of the projector may 
increase, which triggers the protection circuit, turning off the power.
Be sure to ask a specialized technician when to install the product to a   „
ceiling.
If the product is to be installed hanging from the ceiling, purchase an optional hanging attachment (for high 
ceiling: Model No. ET-PKD100H) (for low ceiling: Model No. ET-PKD100S) and call a specialized technician for 
installation.
Do not operate the projector over 2 700 m (8881.5´) above sea level. When   „
operating between 1 400 m (4605.3´) and 2 700 m (8881.5´) above sea 
level, set the “ALTITUDE MODE”, described on page 78, to “ON”.
Otherwise the life of the product may be shortened.
When installing and using the projector at an angle that exceeds 30Ã from   „
the horizontal in the vertical direction, set “DIRECTION”, described on 
page 78, to “VERTICAL”.
Before Using