Panasonic Projector PT-EW730Z User Manual

							Chapter 2 Getting Started — Removing/attaching the Projection Lens
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Removing/attaching the Projection Lens
Removing and attaching procedures of the Projection Lens are same for bo\
th standard zoom lens and optional lens.
Move the lens to the home position before replacing or removing the Projection Lens. (x page 52)
Attention
 
f Replace the Projection Lens after turning off the power of the projector.
 
f Do not touch the electrical contact of the Projection Lens. Dust or dirt may cause defective contact.
 
f Do not touch the surface of the Projection Lens with your bare hands.
 
f Before attaching the Projection Lens, remove the lens hole cover (only lens options models) and lens cover attached to the Projection Lens.
Removing the Projection Lens
Remove the Projection Lens with the following procedure.
(iii)
(i)
(ii)
Projection Lens
Lens release button
1) 
With the lens release button held down, turn the Projection Lens counterclockwise to the end and 
remove the Projection Lens.
Attention
 
f Store the removed Projection Lens where it will be free from vibration and impact.
Attaching the Projection Lens
Attach the Projection Lens with the following procedure.
Projection Lens
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
1) Align the red mark on the Projection Lens with the red mark on the projector, and insert the Projection 
Lens as far as possible. (Fig. 1)
2)  Turn clockwise to the end. (Fig. 2)
Attention
 
f Turn the Projection Lens counterclockwise to confirm that it does not come out.   
						

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Connecting
Before connecting
 
f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected.
 
f Turn off the power of all devices before connecting cables.
 
f Take note of the following points before connecting the cables. Failure to do so may result in malfunctions.
 
g When connecting a cable to a device connected to the projector or the pr\
ojector itself, touch any nearby metallic objects to eliminate static 
electricity from your body before performing work.
 
g Do not use unnecessarily long cables to connect to a device connected to the projector or to the projector body . The longer the cable, the 
more it is susceptible to noise. Since using a cable while it is wound makes it act like an antenna, it is more susceptible to noise.
 
g When connecting cables, connect GND first, then insert the connecting terminal of the connecting device in a straight manner .
 
f Acquire any connection cable necessary to connect the external device to the system that is neither supplied with the device nor available 
as an option.
 
f If video signals from video equipment contain too much jitter, the images on the screen may wobble. In this case, a time base corrector 
(TBC) must be connected.
 
f The projector accepts video signals, Y/C signals, YC
BCR/YPBPR signals, analog RGB signals (synchronization signals are TTL level), and 
digital signals.
 
f Some computer models or graphics cards are not compatible with the projector .
 
f Use a cable compensator when you connect devices to the projector using long cables. Otherwise the image may not display properly .
 
f Refer to “List of compatible signals” ( x page 148) for the types of video signals that can be used with the projector .
 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside viewPin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
(10)
(6) (11)
(15)
(1) (5)
(1) R/PR(9) ―
(2) G/Y (10)GND
(3) B/P
B(11) GND
(4) ―(12)DDC data
(5) GND (13)SYNC/HD
(6) GND (14)VD
(7) GND (15)DDC clock
(8) GND
 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside view Pin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
(10)
(6) (11)
(15)
(1) (5)
(1) R/PR(9) ―
(2) G/Y (10)GND
(3) B/P
B(11) GND
(4) ―(12) ―
(5) GND (13)SYNC/HD
(6) GND (14)VD
(7) GND (15) ―
(8) GND
 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside view Pin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
Even-numbered pins of  (2) to (18)
(1)(19)
(2)
(18)
Odd-numbered pins of  (1) to (19)(1)
T.M.D.S data 2+ (11)T.M.D.S clock shield
(2) T.M.D.S data 2 shield (12)T.M.D.S clock
-
(3)T.M.D.S data 2-(13) CEC
(4) T.M.D.S data 1+ (14)—
(5) T.M.D.S data 1 shield (15)SCL
(6) T.M.D.S data 1
-(16) SDA
(7) T.M.D.S data 0+ (17)DDC/CEC
GND
(8) T.M.D.S data 0 shield (18)+5 V
(9) T.M.D.S data 0
-(19)Hot plug detection
(10) T.M.D.S clock+   
						

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 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside viewPin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
Even-numbered pins of  (2) to (20)
(1)(19)
(2)
(20)
Odd-numbered pins of  (1) to (19)(1)
MainLane
-3(11) GND
(2) GND (12)MainLane+0
(3) MainLane+3 (13)GND
(4) MainLane
-2(14) GND
(5) GND (15)Aux+
(6) MainLane+2 (16)GND
(7) MainLane
-1(17) Aux-
(8)GND (18)Hot plug detection
(9) MainLane+1 (19)GND
(10) MainLane
-0(20) DP_PWR *1
*1 Supplies power of +3.3 V/0.5  A Max. Use at the rated power or less.
 terminal pin assignments and signal names
Outside view Pin No.Signal name Pin No.Signal name
(17)
(24)
(16)
(9)
(1)
(8)
(1) T.M.D.S data 2-(13) —
(2) T.M.D.S data 2+ (14)+5 V
(3) T.M.D.S data 2/4 shield (15)GND
(4) —(16)Hot plug detection
(5) —(17)T.M.D.S data 0
-
(6) DDC clock (18)T.M.D.S data 0+
(7) DDC data (19)T.M.D.S data 0/5 shield
(8) —(20) —
(9) T.M.D.S data 1
-(21) —
(10) T.M.D.S clock1+ (22)T.M.D.S clock shield
(11) T.M.D.S data 1/3 shield (23)T.M.D.S clock+
(12) —(24)T.M.D.S clock
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Connecting example: AV equipment
Audio device
Blu-ray disc player
DVD player with HDMI terminal (HDCP)
VCR (with built-in TBC)
Attention
 
f Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR.
 
g A VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC)
 
g A time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR
 
f If nonstandard burst signals are connected, the image may be distorted. In such case, connect the time base corrector (TBC) between the 
projector and the external devices.   
						

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Note
 
f When entering DVI-D, some external devices to be connected may require switching the setting using the [DISPLA Y OPTION] menu → 
[DVI-D IN]  → [EDID].
 
f The  terminal can be connected to HDMI- or DVI-D-compliant devices. However, images may not appear or may not be 
displayed properly on some devices.
 
f For an HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to HDMI standards. If a cable that does not conform to HDMI standards 
is used, images may be interrupted or may not be displayed.
 
f The  terminal of the projector can be connected to an external device with a DVI-D terminal by using an HDMI/DVI conversion 
cable, but some devices may not project the image properly or function p\
roperly.
 
f The projector does not support VIERA Link (HDMI).
Connecting example: Computers
Control computer Computer
Computer
Computer Computer
Control computer
Attention
 
f When connecting the projector to a computer or an external device, use the power cord supplied with each device and commercially 
available shielded cables.
Note
 
f When entering DVI-D, some external devices to be connected may require switching the setting using the [DISPLA Y OPTION] menu → 
[DVI-D IN]  → [EDID].
 
f For an HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to HDMI standards. If a cable that does not conform to HDMI standards 
is used, images may be interrupted or may not be displayed.
 
f The  terminal of the projector can be connected to an external device with a DVI-D terminal by using an HDMI/DVI conversion 
cable, but some devices may not project the image properly or function p\
roperly.
 
f The  terminal supports single links only.
 
f For the DisplayPort cable, use a DisplayPort cable that conforms to DisplayPort standards. If a cable that does not conform to DisplayPort 
standards is used, the image may be interrupted or may not be displayed.\
 
f When entering the SYNC ON GREEN signal, do not enter sync signals to the  terminal or the  terminal.
 
f If you operate the projector using the computer with the resume feature (last memory), you may have to reset the resume feature to operate 
the projector.   
						

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Connecting example: Twisted-pair-cable transmitter
Twisted-pair-cable transmitters such as the optional Digital Interface Box (Model No.: ET-YFB100G) use twisted-pair-cables to transmit input 
images, audio, Ethernet, and serial control signals, and the projector can input those digital signals to the  terminal.
Blu-ray disc playerHDMI cable
(commercially available)
Control computer
Projector connecting terminals
Example of twisted-pair-cable transmitter
Computer
Computer cable
(commercially available)
VCR
Hub
(with built-in TBC)
Attention
 
f Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR.
 
g A VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC)
 
g A time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR
 
f If nonstandard burst signals are connected, the image may be distorted. In such case, connect the time base corrector (TBC) between the 
projector and the external devices.
 
f Ask a qualified technician or your dealer to install the cable wiring for a twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector . Image and sound 
may be disrupted if cable transmission characteristics cannot be obtaine\
d due to inadequate installation.
 
f For the LAN cable between a twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector , use a cable that meets the following criteria:
 
g Compatible with CAT5e or higher
 
g Shielded type (including connectors)
 
g Straight-through
 
g Single wire
 
f When laying cables between a twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector , check that cable characteristics are compatible with CAT5e 
or higher using tools such as a cable tester or cable analyzer.
When using a relay connector midway, include it in the measurement.
 
f Do not use a hub between a twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector .
 
f When connecting to the projector using a twisted-pair-cable transmitter (receiver) of other manufacturer , do not place another twisted-pair-
cable transmitter between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter of other ma\
nufacturer and the projector. This may cause image and sound to be 
disrupted.
 
f Do not pull cables forcefully. Also, do not bend or fold cables unnecessarily.
 
f To reduce the effects of noise as much as possible, stretch out the cables between the t\
wisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector 
without any loops.
 
f Lay the cables between a twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projecto\
r away from other cables, particularly power cables.
 
f When installing multiple cables, run them side by side along the shortes\
t distance possible without bundling them together.
 
f After laying the cables, confirm that the value of [SIGNAL QUALITY] in the [NETWORK] menu  → [DIGITAL LINK STATUS] is displayed in 
green (indicates normal quality). ( x page 110)
Note
 
f For an HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to HDMI standards. If a cable that does not conform to HDMI standards 
is used, images may be interrupted or may not be displayed.
 
f The projector does not support VIERA Link (HDMI).
 
f The maximum transmission distance between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector is 100 m (328'1"). If this distance is 
exceeded, image and sound may be disrupted and may cause a malfunction in LAN communication. Please note that we do not support the 
use of the projector outside the maximum transmission distance.
 
f For twisted-pair-cable transmitter of other manufacturers of which the operation has been verified with the DIGIT AL LINK compatible 
projector, refer to Panasonic website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers 
has been made for the items set by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance 
problems caused by the devices of other manufacturers, contact the respe\
ctive manufacturers.   
						

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Chapter 3 Basic Operations
This chapter describes basic operations to start with.   
						

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Switching on/off the projector
Connecting the power cord
Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily.
Confirm that the  switch is on the  side before connecting the power cord.
For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” ( x page 2).
Attaching the power cord
1) Check the shapes of the  terminal on the rear of the projector body and the power cord 
connector, and insert the plug completely in the correct direction (until you hear the side tabs click in 
place).
Removing the power cord
1) Confirm that the  switch on the rear of the projector body is on the  side, and 
remove the power plug from the outlet.
2)  Remove the power cord connector from the  terminal of the projector body while pressing the 
side tabs.
Power indicator
Displays the status of the power. Check the  status of the power indicator before operating the projector.
Power indicator 
Indicator status Projector status
Off The main power is switched off.
Red LitThe power is switched off (in standby mode).
Projection will start when the power on <
b> button is pressed.
 
f The projector may not operate when the lamp indicator  or temperature 
indicator  is flashing. ( x page 129)
Green LitProjecting.
Orange LitThe projector is preparing to switch off the projector.
The power is switched off after a while. (Changes to the standby mode.)   
						

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Note
 
f While the power indicator  is lit in orange, the fan is running to cool the projector.
 
f For about 75 seconds after the projector is switched off and the luminous lamp cooling is started, the lamp indicators do not light up even if 
the power is switched on. After the power indicator  lights in red, turn on the power again.
 
f The projector consumes power even in standby mode (power indicator  lit in red). Refer to “Power consumption” 
(x page 151) for the power consumption.
 
f The power indicator  will flash if the projector receives a remote control signal.
 
f The power indicator  will flash slowly in green while the shutter is closed.
 
f If the power indicator  is flashing in red, consult your dealer.
Switching on the projector
When using the optional Projection Lens, attach the Projection Lens befo\
re switching on the projector.
Remove the lens cover first.
2) 4)
4)
3)
1)
1)  Connect the power cord to the projector body.
2)  Connect the power plug to an outlet.
 
f (AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz)
3)  Press the  side of the  switch to turn on the power.
 
f After a short while, the power indicator  will light in red, and the projector will enter the standby mode.
4)  Press the power  button on the control panel or the power on < b> button on the remote control.
 
f The power indicator  lights in green and the image is soon projected on the screen.
Note
 
f If the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT]  → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], it may take approx. 10 seconds longer 
before the projector starts projecting after the power is turned on, compared with when [NORMAL] is set.
 
f If the  switch was set to  during projection to end the projection using the direct power of f function last time, and the 
 switch is set to  with the power plug connected to the outlet, the power indicator  will light in 
green and the image will soon be projected on the screen.
Making adjustments and selections
It is recommended that images be projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus is adjusted.
1) 8)5)
3)
6)
7) 9)2)
4) 2)
3)
4)
1) Press the  button to roughly adjust the focus of the image. ( x page 51)    
						

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2) Change the setting of [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu  → [PROJECTION METHOD] depending on the 
installation mode. ( x page 33)
 
f Refer to “Navigating through the menu” ( x page 59) for the operation of the menu screen.
3) Press the  button on the control panel or the input selection (, , 
, , , ) buttons on the remote control to select the input.
4)  Adjust the front, back and sideway tilt of the projector with the adjustable feet. ( x page 40)
5)  Press the  button to adjust the position of the image.
6)  If the input signal is an RGB signal, press the  button.
7)  Press the  button to adjust the size of the image to match the screen.
8)  Press the  button again to adjust the focus.
9)  Press the  button again to adjust the zoom and the size of the image to match the screen.
Note
 
f When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase as well as when [ALL  USER DATA] in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → 
[INITIALIZE] is executed, the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection starts, then the initial setting screen is displayed. Refer to 
“Start-up display” ( x page 24) for details.
Switching off the projector
1)
2)
1)
4)
3)
2)
1)  Press the power  button on the control panel or the power standby < v> button on the remote 
control.
 
f The [POWER OFF(STANDBY)]  confirmation screen is displayed.
2) Press qw to select [OK], and press the  button.
(Or press the power  button on the control panel or the power standby < v> button on the 
remote control again.)
 
f Projection of the image will stop, and the power indicator  on the projector body lights in orange. (The fan 
keeps running.)
3)  Wait for about 100 seconds until the power indicator  on the projector body 
lights in red.
4)  Press the  side of the  switch to turn off the power.
Note
 
f Do not switch on the projector and project images immediately after switching of f the projector.
Turning on the power while the lamp is still hot may shorten the lamp lif\
e.
 
f For about 75 seconds after the projector is switched off and the luminous lamp cooling is started, the lamp indicators will not light up even 
if the power is switched on. Even after 75 seconds, the lamp may not light up if the projector is switched on. In such a case, after the power 
indicator  lights in red, switch on the projector again.
 
f The projector consumes power even when the power < v/b> button on the control panel or the power standby < v> button on the 
remote control is pressed and the projector is switched off if the main \
power of the projector is on.
When the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu  → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], use of some functions is restricted, 
but the power consumption during standby can be conserved.    
						

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Direct power off function
The projector can be turned off during projection or immediately after the luminous lamp is turned off by setting the  switch to 
. Also, when the projector is mounted on the ceiling or installed in an environment where the  switch of the projector 
cannot be easily turned , the power can be turned off directly using the circuit breaker. It is also safe in case a power outage occurs or 
the power cord is pulled out immediately after the projector is switched\
 off.
Note
 
f If the projector was turned off by turning off the circuit breaker directly during projection last time, then the power indicator  will light in green a while after the circuit breaker is turned on, and then projection of the image will start.
 
f If the power was turned off directly by turning the  switch to , or the power was turned off by turning off the circuit 
breaker directly, projection may take a longer time than usual to start when the projector is switched on the next time.