Panasonic Projector PT-D12000U PT-DZ12000U User Manual

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Monitor Lamp Indicators
Five monitor lamps are provided at the top of main unit front to inform the user of the lamp replacement time and 
unusual internal temperature. These lamps indicate the degree of abnormality by combination of blinking and/or 
lighting lamps. Turn off the power and take the proper measure according to the table below.
FILTER
CLEANINGOPEN
CLOSE
LAMP 4 monitor (LAMP 4)
LAMP 2 monitor (LAMP 2)
LAMP 1 monitor (LAMP 1)
LAMP 3 monitor (LAMP 3)
Temperature monitor (TEMP)
Name of 
monitor 
lampLamp 
indicationInformation Check point Remedial measure
TEMP 
monitorLighting in 
redWarm-up status Did you turn on the  • 
power when the ambient 
temperature was low 
(approx. 0 ÃC)?Wait about five minutes in the current status. • 
Install the unit in a location having an  • 
ambient temperature from 0 ÃC to 45 ÃC.
High temperature 
inside. (WARNING)Check if the ventilation  • 
port is blocked.
Is the room air  • 
temperature too high?
Is the air filter blocked  • 
with dust?
Was the temperature  • 
warning indication 
displayed?Remove the object that is blocking the  • 
ventilation port.
Move the projector to a temperature of 0 ÃC  • 
to 45 ˚C and the humidity of 10 % to 80 % 
(no condensation).
Turn off the MAIN POWER switch using the  • 
procedure on page 39 and clean the air filter. 
(pp. 112-113) Blinking in 
red
(2 times)High temperature 
inside
(Standby condition)
Blinking in 
red
(3 times)Cooling fan has been 
stopped.Turn off the main power supply (MAIN  • 
POWER) switch in the procedure shown on 
page 39 and consult the distributor.
LAMP 
monitorLighting in 
redIndicates the time for 
replacing the lamp 
unit.Did you notice a  • 
“REPLACE THE LAMP” 
message on the screen 
when turning on the 
projector power supply?This lamp monitor lights up when the lamp  • 
unit used hours have reached 1 800 hours. 
Request the dealer to replace the lamp unit.
Blinking in 
red
(3 times)Error is detected in 
the lamp circuit.Did you turn the power  • 
back on immediately 
after turning it off?Wait until the lamp has cooled off, and then  • 
turn on the power.
Some error has arisen in  • 
the lamp circuit.
Check for fluctuation  • 
(or drop) in the source 
voltage.Turn off the MAIN POWER switch using  • 
the procedure on page 39 and consult the 
dealer.
Attention
Be sure to observe the procedure “Powering up the projector” (p. 38) and “Powering off the projector” (p. 39)  • 
when performing power supply operation to take a measure to the indication of temperature monitor (TEMP) 
lamp and lamp monitor (LAMP) lamp. 
						

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Cleaning and replacement of air filter
If the air filter is blocked with too much dust, the inside of the projector will become hot and the temperature 
monitor (TEMP) indicator will flash and the power will turn off. The static electric mesh filter should be replaced 
and the metal mesh filter and brush inside the filter unit should be cleaned after approximately 2 000 hours of use, 
although this is a guide only and the actual time will vary depending on the operating conditions.
Procedure of cleaning
Turn off the main power and remove the power plug from the receptacle. 1. 
Turn off the main power supply observing the procedure (How to turn “OFF” the power supply) on page 39  • 
and then remove the power plug.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to  2. 
loosen the filter cleaning unit 
fixing screw at the front of the 
projector.
Insert your hand into the base of the air filter  • 
and pull the air filter forwards while removing 
the filter cleaning unit from the projector.
Remove the static electric mesh  3. 
filter from the filter cleaning unit.
Loosen the static electric mesh filter so that it  • 
can be removed, and then remove it.
Static electric mesh filter
Filter cleaning 
unit
Filter cleaning unit fixing screw
Place the filter cleaning unit  4. 
upside down.
Remove the four brush cover  5. 
fixing screws, and then remove 
the brush cover and the movable 
metal mesh filter from the filter 
cleaning unit.Brush cover fixing screws (4 places)
Movable metal mesh filter Brush cover
Clean the filter cleaning unit,  6. 
brush and movable metal mesh 
filter.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust  • 
blockages.
Brush Movable metal mesh 
filterFilter cleaning 
unit
Brush Brush cover 
						

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Install the movable metal mesh  7. 
filter to the filter cleaning unit.
When reassembling, align the edge of the  • 
movable metal mesh filter with position A.
Hook the movable metal mesh filter onto the  • 
gear and the rail.
The movable metal mesh filter will be set to the  • 
correct position after the set is installed and the 
power is turned on, so it can be installed in the 
middle position during reassembly without any 
problem.
Movable metal mesh filter
Rail
Install the brush cover so that it  8. 
is aligned with the positioning 
pin guide, and then tighten the 
four brush cover fixing screws.Brush cover fixing screws (4 places)
Pin guide
Install the new static electric  9. 
mesh filter to the filter cleaning 
unit.
Insert the filter cleaning unit into 
10. 
the projector, and then securely 
tighten the filter cleaning unit 
fixing screw.
Install the air filter, and then install the filter  • 
cleaning unit by carrying out removal step 2 in 
reverse.
Attention
The air filter must be installed before using the  • 
projector. If the projector is used without the air filter 
installed, foreign particles and dust will get inside 
the projector and cause problems with operation.
Static electric mesh filter
Filter cleaning 
unit
Filter cleaning unit fixing screw
Note
If cleaning cannot remove the dust completely, then it is a sign to replace the static electric mesh filter. Consult  • 
the dealer. In addition, when the lamp unit is replaced, also replace the static electric mesh filter.
Do not wash the static electric mesh filter with water.  • 
Use a neutral detergent to clean off any oil from the movable metal mesh filter.  •  
						

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Replacement of lamp unit
WARNING
Wait until the lamp is cooled sufficiently before replacing the lamp unit. • 
Make sure that all four lamp units are installed. • 
Replacement of the lamp unit should be carried out by a qualified technician. • 
Do not remove any screws (such as the black screws) other than those indicated when replacing the  • 
lamp unit. If this is not observed, electric shocks, burns or other injuries may occur.
Precautions on lamp unit replacement
Be careful when handling a light source lamp. The lamp unit has high internal pressure. If improperly handled,  • 
failure might result.
A used lamp unit may burst if it is handled violently. For disposition of used lamps, request an industrial waste  • 
disposal contractor.
If you continue to use a lamp after the replacement time, the lamp may break. • 
Phillips screwdriver is necessary when replacing a lamp unit. Take care not to slip your hand when using a  • 
screwdriver.
Attention
A lamp unit is an optional part. Contact the dealer. • 
Replacement Lamp Unit model No.:  ET-LAD12K (single bulb), ET-LAD12KF (4 bulbs)
Rating: 300 W
Other lamps than specified above cannot be used. Be sure to use the specified lamp. • 
Timing of lamp unit replacement
The lamp used for the light source has its due life. The life of the lamp used in the main unit is 2 000 hours. 
However, it may happen that the lamp becomes dead (will not light) by the time of 2 000 hours depending on the 
characteristics of individual lamps and working conditions (lamp life is affected by the times of lighting and the 
intervals between previous lighting and next lighting). Therefore, it is strongly recommended for the user to keep a 
spare bulb.
If a lamp unit has not been replaced after 2 000 hours of operation have elapsed, the lamp will turn off 
automatically. When the operating time for all of the lamps reaches 2 000 hours or more, the power will turn off 
automatically approximately 10 minutes after it is turned on, and the projector will switch to standby mode.
Attention
Clean and replace the air filter when replacing the lamp units. (pp. 112-113) • 
Indication after 1 800 hours  „
When lamp unit used hours have reached 1 800 hours, lamp monitor (LAMP1, LAMP2, LAMP3, or LAMP4) 
light up including standby state.
Further, an on-screen indication will appear for about 30 seconds as shown in the diagram, recommending 
replacement of lamp unit. (The indication will disappear after about 30 seconds or when either control button 
on the main unit or remote control button is pressed.)
After 2 000 hours, the on-screen indication will not disappear unless the menu (MENU) button is pressed.
REPLACE THE LAMP 
						

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Procedure of  lamp unit replacement
Turn the main power OFF, following the procedures described in  1. 
“Powering up the projector” (p. 38) and “Powering off the projector” 
(p. 39), disconnect the power plug from the AC power source, and wait 
for one hour or more. Then check that the lamp unit has cooled down.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to  2. 
loosen the lamp unit cover screw 
at the rear of the projector until 
the screw turns freely.
Open the lamp unit cover and  3. 
remove it from the projector.
Lamp unit cover screw
Lamp unit cover
Use a Phillips screwdriver to  4. 
loosen the three fixing screws for 
the lamp unit to be replaced until 
the screws turn freely. Hold the 
handle of the lamp unit and gently 
pull the lamp unit out from the 
projector.
CAUTION
The lamp unit and structural parts around the 
lamp unit will be hot immediately after the 
projector has been used.
You might get burned if you touch it while it is still 
hot.
Lamp unit 1 Lamp unit 3Lamp unit 2 Lamp unit 4 Fixing 
screwsHandle
Install the new lamp unit. 5. 
Use a Phillips screwdriver to securely tighten the 3 lamp unit fixing  6. 
screws for each lamp unit.
Install and close the lamp unit  7. 
cover, and then use a Phillips 
screwdriver to securely tighten 
the lamp unit cover screw.
Caution
Firmly install the lamp unit and lamp unit cover. If not  • 
installed firmly, a protection circuit will function and 
the power will not be turned on.
Lamp unit cover screw
Lamp unit cover 
						

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Notes when installing the ceiling mount bracket
When installing the ceiling mount bracket to the projector, install the accessory eye bolts and wires to the 
projector. (The projector will still be safe if they are not used, however they will help prevent the possibility of 
accidents caused by the projector falling down if the screws happen to become loose.)
Installation should be carried out by a qualified technician by following the procedure given below.
Panasonic takes no responsibility for any losses or damage occurring as a result of using a ceiling mount  • 
bracket not manufactured by Panasonic, or if damage to the projector occurs as a result of an inappropriate 
location used for installing the ceiling mount bracket, even if the projector’s warranty period has not yet expired.
Use a torque screwdriver or similar tool to tighten the screws. Do not use tools such as electric screwdrivers or  • 
impact screwdrivers.
Dispose of any used products as soon as possible by asking a qualified technician for assistance. • 
Attention
Be sure to use the accessory eye bolts and wires. • 
Installation procedure
Place the projector on a soft cloth  1. 
with the base facing upward.
Turn the four adjustable feet  2. 
counterclockwise and remove 
them from the projector.
The adjustable feet will be used if the projector is 
installed normally, so store them safely.
Adjustable feet
Turn the four eye bolts clockwise  3. 
to install them to the projector.Eye bolt
Install each of the four wires to  4. 
the four eye bolts.
Pull the four accessory wires from  5. 
the eye bolts to the ceiling in four 
directions.
Wire Eye bolt 
						

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Before asking for service œ try to check the following points again.
Symptoms Check point Page
Power does not turn onIs the power cord securely plugged in the receptacle? • 37
Is the MAIN POWER switch put to the “O” position? • 38-39
Is power supply live at the receptacle? • 37
Is the temperature monitor (TEMP) lamp on the projector front lighting  • 
or blinking?111
Is the lamp monitor (LAMP) lamp on the projector front lighting or  • 
blinking?111
Is the lamp unit cover completely attached? • 115
Was operation of ID setting made in a correctly way? • 18, 77
Are all four lamp units installed? • 114-115
No image appears on screenIs the screen image input connected in a correct manner? • 28
Are the settings of switching input signals correct? • 48, 58-59
Is the device(s) connected to the projector working normally? • ”
Is the shutter or freeze function used? • 48, 83
Screen image is blurredIs the lens in focus? • 40
Is the projection distance adequate? • 22-24
Is the lens dirty? • ”
Is the projector installed in a suitable location? • 20-21
Pale color / bad color tintAre COLOR and TINT correctly adjusted? • 55
Is the device(s) connected to the projector adjusted correctly? • ”
Remote control does not 
functionAre dry batteries consumed? • ”
Is polarity correct in battery setting? • 17
Are there any obstacle between the remote control and the beam  • 
receiving window?17
Are you trying to operate the remote control beyond the effective  • 
range?17
Is the remote 2 (REMOTE2) terminal used for external control? • 110
Is any external light interfering with the remote control operation? • ”
Was operation of ID setting made in a correctly way? • 18, 77
Is the LOCK button of the remote control at the lock position? • 13
Abnormal image on the screenIs the input selector set to correct position? • 48, 58-59
Is the correct signaling system selected? • 58-59
Are there any malfunctions on the source side, such as bad video tape? • ”
Are you supplying a signal that is not compatible with the projector? • 122-123
Images from PC are not 
projectedIs the cable too long? • ”
Is the correct signal destination set for notebook computer screen  • 
image?”
Use  • 
Fn and F3 keys for setting. (For details, refer to the instruction 
manual of the computer.)”
Pictures from the DVI-D output 
graphics board of a computer 
are not projectedIs DVI-D IN or AUX DVI IN set to “EDID2 (PC)”? • 73-74
The problem may be solved by updating the driver for the graphics  • 
board to the latest driver. ” 
						

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Self-diagnosis display
There is a self-diagnosis display located on the side of the projector (p. 15) for automatically displaying the 
corresponding details when an error or warning occurs.
Self-diagnosis 
displayDetails Remedy
U04 Air filter is blocked Clean the air filter unit.• 
U11 Intake air temperature warning
Ambient temperature is too high. •  U12 Optical module temperature warning
U13 Lamp ambient temperature warning
U14 Low temperature warning Ambient temperature is too low.• 
U15The ambient temperature is 40 ÃC or more, 
so light output is being limited to protect the 
projector.If 100% brightness is required, use the projector  • 
where the ambient temperature is less than 40 ÃC 
(35 ÃC in high altitude mode).
U21 Intake air temperature error
Ambient temperature is too high. •  U22 Optical module temperature error
U23 Lamp ambient temperature error
U24 Low temperature error Ambient temperature is too low. • 
U41 Lamp 1 operating time warning
The lamp replacement period has arrived. Replace  • 
the lamp.  U42 Lamp 2 operating time warning
U43 Lamp 3 operating time warning
U44 Lamp 4 operating time warning
U51 Lamp 1 error
Lamp has not turned on. Wait for the lamp to cool  • 
down and then turn the power back on. If the lamp 
still does not turn on, contact your dealer. U52 Lamp 2 error
U53 Lamp 3 error
U54 Lamp 4 error
U61 Lamp 1 : 2 000 hour operating time exceeded
The lamp has exceeded its replacement period.  • 
Replace the lamp straight away.  U62 Lamp 2 : 2 000 hour operating time exceeded
U63 Lamp 3 : 2 000 hour operating time exceeded
U64 Lamp 4 : 2 000 hour operating time exceeded
U70 Air filter unit not installed Install the air filter unit.• 
U71 Lamp 1 not installed
Install the lamp.  •  U72 Lamp 2 not installed
U73 Lamp 3 not installed
U74 Lamp 4 not installed
U81AC power supply voltage drop warning (less 
than 90 V)AC power supply voltage input has dropped. Check  • 
that there is sufficient electrical wiring capacity for the 
projector’s power consumption requirements. 
U91 Lamp unit cover is not closed Close the lamp unit cover. • 
H01 Internal clock battery replacementThe battery needs to be replaced. Consult your  • 
dealer.
H11 Air intake temperature sensor not found
If turning the main power off and back on again does  • 
not clear the error display, consult your dealer.  H12 Optical module temperature sensor not found
H13 Lamp ambient temperature sensor not found
H18 Clogged filter sensor not found
F11 Shutter error
F12 Dynamic iris error
F13 Air filter unit error
F21 2.5 V DC error
F22 3.3 V DC error
F23 5.0 V DC error 
						

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Self-diagnosis 
displayDetails Remedy
F41 Lamp 1 memory error
Problem with lamp. Consult your dealer. •  F42 Lamp 2 memory error
F43 Lamp 3 memory error
F44 Lamp 4 memory error
F61 Ballast 1 communication error
If turning the main power off and back on again does  • 
not clear the error display, consult your dealer. F62 Ballast 2 communication error
F63 Ballast 3 communication error
F64 Ballast 4 communication error
F80 Resize IC setting error
F81 FM-R test error
F82 FM-G test error
F83 FM-B test error
F91 FPGA1 configuration error
F92 FPGA2 configuration error
F93 Flash ROM error
F94 RAM error
F95 FPGA expansion error
F96 Lens shift error
F97Geometry correction board communication 
error
FE1 Power supply fan error
FE2 Lamp 1 fan error
FE3 Lamp 2 fan error
FE4 Lamp 3 fan error
FE5 Lamp 4 fan error
FE6 Ballast circuit 1 fan error
FE7 Ballast circuit 3 fan error
FE8 GB-DMD fan error
FE9 Center exhaust fan error
FF0 Left exhaust fan error
FF1 Right exhaust fan error
FF2 Red DMD cooling fan error
FF3 Green DMD cooling fan error
FF4 Blue DMD cooling fan error
FF5 Color prism fan error
FF6 Lamp prism fan error
FF7 Ballast circuit 2 fan error
FF8 Ballast circuit 4 fan error
FF9 G prism fan error
Note
The self-diagnosis display and details of the failure may sometimes differ. •  
						

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Specifications
Model No. PT-D12000U PT-DZ12000U
Power supply120 - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption1 600,µ1 500, (about 10 W (120V AC) / 15 W (240V AC) in standby)
Amps16 Aµ9.0 A
DLP
® ChipPanel size0.95 inch (aspect ratio 4:3) 0.96 inch (aspect ratio 16:10)
Display systemThree-unit DLP® chip, DLP® type
Number of pixels3 × 1 470 000 pixels (1 400 × 1 050 dots) 3 × 2 304 000 pixels (1 920 × 1 200 dots)
Lens
(Powered zoom/
Powered focus control)Option
Projection lamp4 bulbs × 300 W UHM lamp
Optical output12 000 lm (ANSI)
Applicable 
scanning 
frequencyFor video 
signal (S-video 
included)Horizontally 15.75 kHz/15.63 kHz, vertically 60 Hz/50 Hz
For RGB signalHorizontally 15 kHz–100 kHz, vertically 24 Hz–120 Hz, 
Panasonic Intelligent Auto Scanning (PIAS) system
Dot clock frequency 20 MHz–162 MHz
For DVI-D signal480p, 576p, 720/60p, 720/59.94p,
720/50p, 1 080/60p, 1 080/59.94p,
1 080/50p, 1 080/60i, 1 080/59.94i,
1 080/50i, 1 080/24sF, 1 080/23.98sF,
1 080/30p, 1 080/29.97p, 1 080/25p,
1 080/24p, 1 080/23.98pDisplayable resolution :  VGA-WUXGA
(non-interlace)
Dot clock frequency :  25 MHz-162 MHz
The WUXGA signals support only VESA  • 
CVT-RB (Reduced Blanking) signals.
For YP
BPR signal[480i]  horizontally 15.73 kHz, vertically 59.94 Hz
[480p]  horizontally 31.5 kHz, vertically 59.94 Hz
[576i]  horizontally 15.63 kHz, vertically 50 Hz
[576p]  horizontally 31.25 kHz, vertically 50 Hz
[720/50p]  horizontally 37.5 kHz, vertically 50 Hz
[720/60p]  horizontally 45 kHz, vertically 60 Hz
[1 035/60i]  horizontally 33.75 kHz, vertically 60 Hz
[1 080/60i]  horizontally 33.75 kHz, vertically 60 Hz
[1 080/50i]  horizontally 28.13 kHz, vertically 50 Hz
[1 080/24p]  horizontally 27 kHz, vertically 24 Hz
[1 080/30p]  horizontally 33.75 kHz, vertically 30 Hz
[1 080/25p]  horizontally 28.13 kHz, vertically 25 Hz
[1 080/24sF]  horizontally 27 kHz, vertically 48 Hz
[1 080/60p]  horizontally 67.5 kHz, vertically 60 Hz
[1 080/50p]  horizontally 56.25 kHz, vertically 50 Hz
HD/SYNC, VD terminals are not compliant with 3 value composite SYNC. • 
Color system7 standards (NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-N/PAL-M/SECAM/PAL60)
Screen size70 inch–600 inch
*1
Screen aspect ratio4:3 16:10
Projection schemeMenu-selectable from front/rear/ceiling mount, and floor mounting
Contrast ratio 
(full white/full black)5 000:1 (when “DYNAMIC IRIS” has been set to “3”)
Interface 
portsInput module 
connection slotOne system
RGB1 input 
terminal1 set, BNC × 5
[For YP
BPR input]
Y: 1.0 V[p-p] synchronization signal included, P
BPR: 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω
[For RGB input] 
0.7 V[p-p] 75 Ω   For G-SYNC: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω
HD/SYNC: 75 Ω, 1.4–5 Vp-p, positive/negative polarity automatically adjusted
VD: 75 Ω, 1.4–5 Vp-p, positive/negative polarity automatically adjusted