Panasonic PT-TW381R Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic PT-TW381R Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PT-TW381R Operating Instructions Manual

Commercial use
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Operating Instructions
Functional Manual
LCD Projector
Commercial Use
PT-TW381R
Model No.
PT-TW381RD
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual
for future use.
■ Before using your projector, be sure to read "Read this first!" (x pages 4 to 11).
ENGLISH
DPQP1321ZA/X1

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  • Page 1 PT-TW381R Model No. PT-TW381RD Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use. ■ Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” (x pages 4 to 11).
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents Read this first! ..........4 Basic operations by using the remote control ..44 Using the AV mute function ........44 Using the mute function ........44 Chapter 1 Preparation Controlling the volume of the speaker ....44 Using the freeze function ........
  • Page 3 Contents [SIGNAL SEARCH] ..........68 Connecting with wireless LAN ......92 [BACK COLOR] ............ 68 About Presenter Light ..........94 [WIDE MODE] ............68 Web control function ..........95 [SXGA MODE] ............68 Computer that can be used for setting ....95 [P-TIMER] .............
  • Page 4: Read This First

    Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
  • Page 5 Do not remove FCC NOTICE (USA) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-TW381R Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 General Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/support Projector Contact: https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 6 • This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149. NOTIFICATION (Canada) This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 7 L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse. Importer's name and address within the European Union Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...
  • Page 8 Read this first! WARNING: „ POWER The wall outlet or the circuit breaker shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible when problems occur. If the following problems occur, cut off the power supply immediately. Continued use of the projector in these conditions will result in fire or electric shock. z If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
  • Page 9 If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. z Particular attention must be paid to children. Use the ceiling mount bracket specified by Panasonic. Using the ceiling mount bracket other than the specified one will result in falling accidents.
  • Page 10 Read this first! CAUTION: „ POWER When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result. When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
  • Page 11 Read this first! To remove the battery rRemote control batteries rInteractive light pen batteries 1. Press the guide and lift the cover. 2. Remove the batteries. Rotate as shown in the following figure. (ii) Brazil Only Brasil Apenas „ Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial...
  • Page 12 Guide” supplied with the product. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL...
  • Page 13 Features of the Projector Quick Steps For details, see the corresponding pages. Comfortable viewing in a bright environment 1. Set up your projector. (x page 29) ▶ The high contrast ratio 20 000 : 1 is achieved in a compact body. ▶...
  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Preparation

    Chapter 1 Preparation This chapter describes things you need to know or check before using the projector. 14 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 15: Precautions For Use

    Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Precautions for use Intended use of the product The product is intended to project still/moving image signals from video equipment and computers onto a screen. Cautions when transporting f When transporting the projector, handle it with care and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
  • Page 16: Security

    Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. f Change your password periodically. The password can be set in [SECURITY] menu → [PASSWORD CHANGE]. f Panasonic or its affiliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer. Do not tell your password in 16 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 17: Notes On Using Wireless Connection

    Depending on the specifications of the wireless LAN, a malicious third party may be able to break security settings by special means. Panasonic asks customers to thoroughly understand the risk of using this product without making security settings, and recommends that the customers make security settings at their own discretion and responsibility.
  • Page 18: Application Software Supported By The Projector

    Application software supported by the projector The projector supports following application software. For details or downloading each application software, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f Logo Transfer Software This application software transfers the original image, such as company logo, which is projected at the start, to the projector.
  • Page 19: Cautions On Use

    Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Cautions on use rTo get a good picture quality In order to view a beautiful image in higher contrast, prepare an appropriate environment. Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen.
  • Page 20: Accessories

    Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers enclosed < > show the number of accessories. Wireless remote control unit <1> Power cord (N2QAYA000216) (K2CG3YY00185) (K2CT3YY00080) AAA/R03 or AAA/LR03 battery <6> (2 for remote control unit and 4 for Interactive light pen) (K2CM3YY00040) USB cable <1>...
  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    Chapter 1 Preparation - Precautions for use Optional accessories Options Model No. ET-PKL100H (for high ceilings) ET-PKL100S (for low ceilings) Ceiling Mount Bracket ET-PKL430B (Projector Mount Bracket) Replacement Lamp Unit ET-LAL510 Replacement Filter Unit ET-RFL300 D-SUB - S Video conversion cable ET-ADSV Interactive Light Pen ET-PEN100...
  • Page 22: About Your Projector

    Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector About your projector Remote control 1 Power <v/b> button (v standby / b power on) 10 <DAYLIGHT VIEW> button Sets the projector to the state where the projector is Used to correct the image when the projector is used in a switched off (standby mode).
  • Page 23: Projector Body

    Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector Note f The remote control can be used within a distance of about 7 m (22'11-5/8") if pointed directly at the remote control signal receiver. The remote control can control at angles of up to ± 30 ° vertically and ± 30 ° horizontally, but the effective control range may be reduced. f If there are any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control signal receiver, the remote control may not operate correctly.
  • Page 24 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector Bottom Projection direction 13 Control panel and Indicators 15 Focus ring Adjust the focus. 14 Lamp cover (x page 116) The lamp unit is located inside. rControl panel and Indicators INPUT VOL- VOL+ AV MUTE 1 Power indicator <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)>...
  • Page 25 Chapter 1 Preparation - About your projector rConnecting terminals 1 <VARIABLE AUDIO OUT> terminal 7 <AUDIO IN 1> terminal This is the terminal to output the audio signal input to the This is the terminal to input audio signals. projector. 8 <AUDIO IN 2>...
  • Page 26: Preparing The Remote Control

    (ii) Chapter 1 Preparation - Preparing the remote control Preparing the remote control Inserting and removing batteries (ii) Fig. 2 Fig. 1 Open the cover. (Fig. 1) Insert batteries and close the cover (Insert the "m" side first.). (Fig. 2) f When removing the batteries, perform the steps in reverse order.
  • Page 27: How To Use The Interactive Light Pen

    (Press the tip of the pen to confirm that the LED does not light.) Note f The interactive pen is used for the interactive function. The “LightPen3 Software” and “Whiteboard Software” can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). ENGLISH - 27...
  • Page 28: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter describes things you need to do before using the projector such as the setup and connections. 28 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 29: Setting Up

    Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Setting up Installation mode There are four ways to set up the projector. Set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [PROJECTION METHOD] (x page ) depending on the installation location. Setting on a desk/floor and projecting forward Setting on a desk/floor and projecting from rear (Using the translucent screen) Menu item...
  • Page 30: Parts For Ceiling Mount (Optional)

    Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Parts for ceiling mount (Optional) This requires an optional ceiling mount bracket. Be sure to use the Projector Mount Bracket together with the ceiling mount bracket for high ceilings or low ceilings. Model No.: ET-PKL100H (for high ceilings), ET-PKL100S (for low ceilings), ET-PKL430B (Projector Mount Bracket) f Use only the ceiling mount brackets specified for this projector.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Getting Started - Setting up Projection distance A ±5% error in listed projection distances may occur. When [SCREEN ADJUSTMENT] is used, distance is corrected to become smaller than the specified image size. (Unit: m) Projection 16:10 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 4:3 aspect ratio size...
  • Page 32: Connecting

    Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting Before connecting f Before connecting, carefully read the operating instructions for the external device to be connected. f Turn off the power switch of the 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 projector itself, touch any nearby metallic objects to eliminate static electricity from your body before performing work.
  • Page 33: Connecting Example : Av Equipment

    Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting <HDMI 1 IN> / <HDMI 2 IN> terminal pin assignments and signal names Outside view Pin No. Signal names Pin No. Signal names T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S clock shield Even-numbered pins T.M.D.S clock - T.M.D.S data 2 shield T.M.D.S data 2 - T.M.D.S data 1+...
  • Page 34: Connecting Example : Computers

    Chapter 2 Getting Started - Connecting Connecting example : Computers Control computer Computer Computer USB memory / Wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / ET-WML100) Audio equipment Control computer 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.
  • Page 35: Chapter 3 Basic Operations

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations to start with. ENGLISH - 35...
  • Page 36: Powering On/Off

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Powering on/off Connecting the power cord Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the <AC IN> terminal of the projector body to prevent it from being removed easily. For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” (x page 4). Attaching Check the shapes of the <AC IN>...
  • Page 37: Powering On The Projector

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Indicator status Status Projecting. The luminous lamp is turned off. The [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [ECO MANAGEMENT] → [POWER Blinking* Green MANAGEMENT] is set to [READY]. Blinking* The projector is preparing to project. The projector will project image after a while. The projector is preparing to be switched off.
  • Page 38 Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Initial setting (display language) Select the language to show on the screen. After completed the initial setting, you can change the display language from the [LANGUAGE] menu. Press asqw to select the display language. Press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 39: When The Administrator Account Setting Screen Is Displayed

    PASSWORD CONFIRM STORE SKIP Please change the user name and password. If not change, could not use the Web Control function and for communication control via a LAN (including Panasonic application software). ENTER SELECT RETURN Note f The user name and password for administrator account can also be set later from the [NETWORK] menu → [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] page 83).
  • Page 40: Making Adjustments And Selections

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Powering on/off Making adjustments and selections It is recommended that images are projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus is adjusted. INPUT VOL- VOL+ AV MUTE Roughly adjust the focus of the image with the focus ring. (x page 42) Change the settings of the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu →...
  • Page 41: Projecting

    If the NETWORK input is selected, the image from a computer (including iPad / iPhone / iPod touch and Android device) can be transferred via wireless LAN/wired LAN to the projector by using the Panasonic image transfer application software. For details about the image transfer application software “Presenter Light” and “Wireless Projector”, refer to the Panasonic website (https:// panasonic.net/cns/projector/).
  • Page 42: How To Adjust The State Of The Image

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting When using the control panel The input for projection can be selected by displaying the input guide with the control panel. Press the <INPUT> button on the control panel. f The input guide is displayed. Press the <INPUT>...
  • Page 43: Adjusting Adjustable Feet

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Projecting Focus ring Note f It is recommended that the images are projected continuously for at least 30 minutes before the focus is adjusted. f If you adjust the focus, you may need to adjust the size of the image by changing the distance between the screen and the projector. f When the focus is adjusted, the projection screen size also changes slightly.
  • Page 44: Basic Operations By Using The Remote Control

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AV mute function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, it is possible to turn off the audio and image temporarily.
  • Page 45: Using The Freeze Function

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Using the freeze function You can freeze the projected image and stop the sound temporarily, regardless of the playing condition of the external device. button Press the <FREEZE> button on the remote control. f The video is paused and the audio is muted.
  • Page 46: Using The Digital Zoom Function

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Using the digital zoom function (Only for still image-based signals input) You can enlarge the center area. You can also change the location of the area to be enlarged. buttons Press the <D.ZOOM +>...
  • Page 47: Using The Function Button

    Chapter 3 Basic Operations - Basic operations by using the remote control Note f Pressing the <P-TIMER> button for at least 3 seconds to release the P-TIMER function. f For details, please refer to the [DISPLAY OPTION] menu → [P-TIMER] (x page 69). Using the FUNCTION button Some frequently used menu items can be assigned to the <FUNCTION>...
  • Page 48: Chapter 4 Settings

    Chapter 4 Settings This chapter describes the settings and adjustments you can make using the on-screen menu. 48 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 49: Menu Navigation

    Menu Navigation The on-screen menu (Menu) is used to perform various settings and adjustments of the projector. Navigating through the menu Operating procedure button Press the <MENU> button. f The menu screen appears. PT-TW381R PICTURE MODE DYNAMIC PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS POSITION...
  • Page 50: Main Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Note f Pressing the <MENU> button or <RETURN> button while the menu screen is displayed returns to the previous menu. f Some items may not be adjustable or used for certain input signal formats. The menu items that cannot be adjusted or used are shown in gray characters.
  • Page 51: Sub-Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation Sub-menu You can set and adjust the items in each submenu. [PICTURE] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [PICTURE MODE] [STANDARD] [CONTRAST] [BRIGHTNESS] [COLOR]* [TINT]* [SHARPNESS] [+8] [COLOR TEMPERATURE] [DEFAULT] [IRIS] [OFF] [ADVANCED MENU] [DAYLIGHT VIEW] [OFF] [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY]* [ON]...
  • Page 52 Chapter 4 Settings - Menu Navigation [PROJECTOR SETUP] Sub-menu item Factory default Page [STATUS] [COMPUTER1 INPUT SETTING] [RGB/YPBPR] [COMPUTER2 SELECT] [COMPUTER2 IN] [PROJECTOR ID] [ALL] [INITIAL START UP] [LAST MEMORY] [PROJECTION METHOD] [AUTO] [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] [OFF] [LAMP POWER] [NORMAL] [ECO MANAGEMENT] [EMULATE] [OFF]...
  • Page 53: [Picture] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [PICTURE] menu On the menu screen, select [PICTURE] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 49) for the operation of the menu screen. [PICTURE MODE] You can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the environment in which the projector is used.
  • Page 54: [Tint]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu Press as to select [COLOR]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [COLOR] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Adjustment range Deepens colors. Press the w button. -32 ~ +32 Weakens colors.
  • Page 55: [Iris]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [IRIS] Aperture correction and signal compensation are performed automatically based on the image to result in an image of optimum contrast. Press as to select [IRIS]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [IRIS] individual adjustment screen is displayed. Press qw to switch the item.
  • Page 56: [Digital Cinema Reality]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] You can increase the vertical resolution and enhance the image quality by performing cinema processing when the supported signals are input. Press as to select [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
  • Page 57 Chapter 4 Settings - [PICTURE] menu f Normally it is set to [AUTO]. If it cannot project properly with [AUTO], set it to [RGB], [YC ] or [YP according to the input signal. [AUTO] [RGB], [YP ] or [YC ] is selected automatically. [RGB] Select it for RGB signal input.
  • Page 58: [Position] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [POSITION] menu On the menu screen, select [POSITION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 49) for the operation of the menu screen. [REALTIME KEYSTONE] The projector can correct the vertical trapezoidal distortion automatically when the projector is installed tilted.
  • Page 59 Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Items Operation Adjustment Press the q button. Left side will be smaller. Press the w button. Right side will be smaller. Press the a button. Upper will be smaller. Lower will be smaller. Press the s button. Note f Pressing the <ENTER>...
  • Page 60: [Shift]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu f The [CURVED CORRECTION] screen is displayed. Press as to select one item to adjust. [KEYSTONE] Adjusts when the trapezoid of the projected image is distorted. [ARC] Adjusts when the radian of the projected image is distorted. Press the <ENTER>...
  • Page 61: [Dot Clock]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu Orientation Operation Adjustment The image position moves up. Press the a button. Vertical (up and down) adjustment The image position moves down. Press the s button. Press the w button. The image position moves to the right. Horizontal (right and left) adjustment The image position moves to the left.
  • Page 62: [Over Scan]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu f The adjustment values will change between [-16] to [+16]. Adjust so that the amount of interference is at a minimum. Note f Certain signals may not be adjustable. f Optimal value may not be achieved if the output from the input computer is unstable. f To project a signal with dot clock frequency with 162 MHz or higher, noise may not disappear even if [CLOCK PHASE] is adjusted.
  • Page 63: [Frame Lock]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [POSITION] menu [FRAME LOCK] (Only for still image signals input) This setting is available for specific computer signals. Set when the movie is distorted. Press as to select [FRAME LOCK]. Press qw or the <ENTER> button. f The [FRAME LOCK] individual adjustment screen is displayed.
  • Page 64: [Language] Menu

    Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 49) for the operation of the menu screen. Changing the display language You can select the language of the on-screen display. Press as to select the display language, and press the <ENTER> button. PT-TW381R ENGLISH PICTURE DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS...
  • Page 65: [Display Option] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [DISPLAY OPTION] menu On the menu screen, select [DISPLAY OPTION] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 49) for the operation of the menu screen. [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] Set the on-screen display.
  • Page 66: [Hdmi Signal Level]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Note f When [WARNING MESSAGE] is set to [OFF], the warning message will not be displayed on the projected image even if a warning status such as “TEMPERATURE WARNING” is detected. The prompting message for filter replacement or lamp unit replacement will not be displayed either.
  • Page 67: [Screen Setting]

    Disables the startup logo display. Note f The startup logo will disappear in approximately 30 seconds. f To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). [AUTO SETUP SETTING] Set the automatic execution of AUTO SETUP.
  • Page 68: [Signal Search]

    Displays the image registered by the user. Note f To create/register the [USER LOGO] image, use “Logo Transfer Software”. The software can be downloaded from the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f If you do not register the image of the [USER LOGO], the projected image will be displayed in black even if the [BACK COLOR] is set to [USER LOGO].
  • Page 69: [P-Timer]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu [AUTO] Displays by judging the signal automatically. Set to this mode normally. [1280x1024] Switches the item to [1280x1024] or [1400x1050] manually if the whole projected image is not displayed when SXGA signal is input. [1400x1050] [P-TIMER] Set and operate the presentation timer function.
  • Page 70: [Other Functions]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [DISPLAY OPTION] menu Ending the presentation timer Press as to select [P-TIMER]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [P-TIMER] screen is displayed. Press as to select [EXIT]. Press the <ENTER> button. [OTHER FUNCTIONS] The same function can be realized by operating the menu as an alternative of operating the remote control button. Press as to select [OTHER FUNCTIONS].
  • Page 71: [Projector Setup] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu On the menu screen, select [PROJECTOR SETUP] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub- menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 49) for the operation of the menu screen. [STATUS] You can check the using status of the projector.
  • Page 72: [Initial Start Up]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu f Select one from [ALL], and [1] to [6]. [ALL] Select when controlling projectors without specifying an ID number. [1] - [6] Select when specifying an ID number to control individual projector. Press the <ENTER> button to set it. f [PROJECTOR ID] is set.
  • Page 73: [Lamp Power]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Note f Set it to [OFF] when using the projector in the elevation of below 700 m (2 297'). Set it to [HIGH1] when using the projector in the elevation of above 700 m (2 297') and below 1 400 m (4 593′).
  • Page 74: [Emulate]

    [EMULATE] When controlling the projector on a computer via the <SERIAL IN> terminal, set use of control commands on a previously purchased Panasonic projector. This allows the control software for an existing Panasonic projector to be inherited and used. Press as to select [EMULATE].
  • Page 75: [Function Button]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu [OFF] Does not use existing control command for the projector. [D3500] D3500 series [D4000] D4000 series [D/W5k SERIES] D5700 series, DW5100 series, D5600 series, DW5000 series, D5500 series MZ670 series, DZ870 series, DW830 series, DX100 series, DZ780 series, DW750 series, DX820 series, DZ770 series, DW740 series, DX810 series, DZ680 series, DW640 series, DX610 series, DW730 series, DX800 [D/W/Z6k series, DZ6710 series, DZ6700 series, DW6300 series, D6000 series, D5000 series, DZ570 series, DW530...
  • Page 76: [Off]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Adjusting the balance Press as to select [AUDIO SETTING]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [AUDIO SETTING] screen is displayed. Press as to select [BALANCE]. Press qw to adjust the level. Operation Adjustment Range Press the w button.
  • Page 77: [Test Pattern]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press qw to switch the item. f The sub items will switch each time you press the button. [COMPUTER1] Select between [AUDIO IN 1] and [AUDIO IN 2]. [COMPUTER2] Select between [AUDIO IN 1] and [AUDIO IN 2]. [VIDEO] Select between [AUDIO IN 1] and [AUDIO IN 2].
  • Page 78: [Initialize All]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [FILTER COUNTER] screen is displayed. Press as to select [TIMER]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [200 H] →...
  • Page 79: [Security] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [SECURITY] menu On the menu screen, select [SECURITY] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 49) for the operation of the menu screen. f When the projector is used for the first time Initial password: 1111 Attention...
  • Page 80: [Text Change]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu [OFF] Disables the text display. [ON] Enables the text display. [TEXT CHANGE] Register or change the displayed text when [TEXT DISPLAY] is set to [ON]. Press as to select [TEXT CHANGE]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The [TEXT CHANGE] screen is displayed.
  • Page 81 Chapter 4 Settings - [SECURITY] menu Press as to select one item between [CONTROL PANEL] and [REMOTE CONTROLLER]. [CONTROL PANEL] You can set the limitation on the control from the control panel. [REMOTE CONTROLLER] You can set the limitation on the control from the remote control. Press qw to switch between [ENABLE] and [DISABLE].
  • Page 82: [Network] Menu

    Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu On the menu screen, select [NETWORK] from the main menu, and select an item from the sub-menu. Refer to “Navigating through the menu” (x page 49) for the operation of the menu screen. Note f The on-screen menu (menu screen) of the projector has not the network setting about the wireless LAN.
  • Page 83: [Administrator Account]

    Attention f Set the password of [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] (x pages 39, 83) first before you use the network function. Otherwise, you cannot use the web control function or communication control via a LAN (including Panasonic application software). Note f If the password of administrator account has not being set, the [PJLink PASSWORD] menu and [NETWORK CONTROL] menu are disabled.
  • Page 84: [Network Control]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press the <ENTER> button. f The [PJLink PASSWORD] screen is displayed. f The factory default password is blank. g To continue the use of blank password, proceed to Step 5). g To set a new password, proceed to Step 3). Press as to select [PASSWORD] under [NEW] to input the new password.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu [SLIDE TRANSITION EFFECT] Sets the transition effects when switching the slides playback. Press as to select [SLIDE TRANSITION EFFECT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [SLIDE RIGHT] The slides switch from left to right.
  • Page 86: [Network Status]

    Chapter 4 Settings - [NETWORK] menu Press as to select [APPLY]. Press the <ENTER> button. f The setting will be effective. [REPEAT] Sets whether to loop the slideshow. Press as to select [REPEAT]. Press qw to switch the item. f The items will switch each time you press the button. [OFF] After playing the last file, exit the slideshow and return to the thumbnail display.
  • Page 87: Chapter 5 Operation Of Function

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function This chapter describes the operation methods of some functions. ENGLISH - 87...
  • Page 88: Projecting With Memory Viewer Input

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input The Memory Viewer function makes it possible to display the still images stored in the USB memory as projected images. Images that can be played back with the Memory Viewer function The Memory Viewer function supports the following image files.
  • Page 89: Displaying The Memory Viewer Screen

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Projecting with MEMORY VIEWER input Displaying the Memory Viewer screen Press the <MEMORY VIEWER/NETWORK> button on the remote control to switch the input source to MEMORY VIEWER. f Press the <INPUT> button on the control panel and select the input source in the input guide. Attach the USB memory directly into the <USB A (VIEWER/WIRELESS/DC OUT)>...
  • Page 90: Projecting With Network Input

    Projecting with NETWORK input Using the Panasonic application, the image sent from a device connected via LAN can be displayed as a projected image. The wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / ET-WML100) of the optional accessories is required if you want to use the network function through the wireless LAN.
  • Page 91: Network Connection

    For details, visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). f Image transfer application software Using the Panasonic image transfer application software, the image sent from a device can be displayed as a projected image. For details on how to use the image transfer application software “Presenter Light” compatible with Windows computers, please refer to the Operating Instructions of the “Presenter Light”...
  • Page 92: Connecting With Wireless Lan

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Network connection Projector settings Use the LAN cable to connect the projector with computer. Turn on the projector. Select the [NETWORK] menu → [WIRED LAN] from the main menu and press the <ENTER> button. Set the detailed setup of [WIRED LAN].
  • Page 93 [SSID] that has been set in the projector. f The network security key will be requested for connecting to the wireless LAN. Enter the [KEY] of wireless LAN connection set for the projector. The factory default setting is “panasonic”. Note f If you use any wireless LAN connection utility that meets the OS standard, follow the operation instruction of the utility to connect it.
  • Page 94: About Presenter Light

    Installing the software on the computer is unnecessary. Note f To learn more about how to use the “Presenter Light” software, or download the latest versions of the “Presenter Light” software, please visit the Panasonic website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/) 94 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 95: Web Control Function

    Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Web control function The wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / ET-WML100) of the optional accessories is required if you want to use the network function through the wireless LAN. Using Web control functions, you can perform the following operations from a computer. f Setting and adjustment of the projector f Displaying projector status f Sending E-mail messages when there is a problem with the projector...
  • Page 96 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Click [OK]. f The [Projector Control Window] page is displayed. PT-TW381R Note f If you use a web browser to control the projector, set the [NETWORK] menu → [NETWORK CONTROL] → [WEB CONTROL] to [ON] (x page 84).
  • Page 97 ― [Info] ― [Help] [Download] Download Presenter Light Description of each item PT-TW381R Page tab [Set up passwords] Pages are switched by clicking this item. The [Set up passwords] page is displayed by clicking this item. [Status] [Crestron Connected(TM)] The status of the projector is displayed by clicking this item.
  • Page 98 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Projector status] page Click [Status] → [Projector status]. Display the status of the projector for the following items. PT-TW381R [PROJECTOR TYPE] [INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE] Displays the Model No. of the projector.
  • Page 99 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Network status] page Click [Status] → [Network status]. The current network setting status is displayed. [WIRELESS LAN] [WIRED LAN] When the optional wireless module (Model No.: AJ-WM50 / Displays the configuration details of wired LAN. ET-WML100) is attached, the configuration details of wireless LAN is displayed.
  • Page 100 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Detail control] page Click [Projector control] → [Detail control]. [POSITION] [PICTURE] Operates field angle-related settings. Operates picture quality settings. [Network config] page Click [Detailed set up] → [Network config]. Click [Network config]. f The [CAUTION!] screen is displayed.
  • Page 101 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Wired LAN 1 [PROJECTOR NAME] 6 [DNS1] Enters the name of the projector. Enter the host name if it is Enters the DNS1 server address. Permissible characters for the entry of DNS1 server address required when using a DHCP server etc.
  • Page 102 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function 1 [WIRELESS LAN] 4 [ENCRYPTION] Selects [ENABLE] when you want to enable the wireless LAN Selects [WPA2-PSK(AES)] when performing encrypted function. communications. 2 [SSID] 5 [KEY] Sets the SSID for use. Sets the key to be used when performing encrypted communications.
  • Page 103 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [LAMP POWER] [POWER MANAGEMENT] Displays the [LAMP POWER] setting. Selects the power consumption mode. [AUTO POWER SAVE] [TIMER] Sets to [ON] when setting [SIGNAL DETECTION] and [AV Selects the time that the light source is turned off when the MUTE DETECTION].
  • Page 104 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [E-MAIL ADDRESS 1], [E-MAIL ADDRESS 2] [LAMP RUNTIME]: Enter the E-mail address to be sent. Leave [E-MAIL ADDRESS Sends an E-mail when the remaining time for the luminous lamp 2] blank when two E-mail addresses are not to be used. has reached the value set at the right field.
  • Page 105 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function Contents of E-mail sent Example of E-mail sent when E-mail is set The following E-mail is sent when the E-mail settings have been established. === Panasonic projector report(CONFIGURE) === Projector Type : PT-TW381R Serial No...
  • Page 106 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Port set up] page Set the port number used for command control. Click [Detailed set up] → [Port set up]. 1 [COMMAND PORT] 2 [Set command port] Set the port number used for command control. Update the settings.
  • Page 107 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Account: Administrator] [New] [User name]: Displays the account to change. Enter the desired new user name. (Up to 16 characters in single [Current] byte) [User name]: [Password]: Enter the user name before the change. Enter the desired new password.
  • Page 108 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Set up passwords] page (for accessing with user account) Only the change of password for user account is available in the [Set up passwords] page when accessing with user account. [Old Password] [Retype] Enter the current password.
  • Page 109 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Tools], [Info], [Help] [Input Select] Tabs for selecting the setting, information, or help page of the Controls input selection. projector. Not available when the power of the projector is turned off. [POWER] Menu screen control buttons Turns off/on the power.
  • Page 110 Chapter 5 Operation of Function - Web control function [Projector Name] [Source] Displays the projector name. Displays the selected input. [Mac Address] [Lamp Mode] Displays the MAC address. Displays the setting status of [LAMP POWER]. [Lamp Hours] [Error Status] Displays the runtime of the light source. Displays the error status.
  • Page 111: Chapter 6 Maintenance

    Chapter 6 Maintenance This chapter describes methods of inspection when there are problems, maintenance, and replacement of the units. ENGLISH - 111...
  • Page 112: Warning Indicator

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - Warning Indicator Warning Indicator If a problem should occur inside the projector, the warning indicator <WARNING> will inform you by lighting or blinking. Check the status of the indicators and remedy the indicated problems as follows. Attention f Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering off the projector”...
  • Page 113: Maintenance/Replacement

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before performing maintenance/replacement f When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. f Be sure to observe the procedure “Powering off the projector” (x page 40) when performing power supply operation.
  • Page 114 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Remove the air filter cover. (Fig.1) f Pull out the air filter cover from the hook of the projector while slightly pushing upward the tabs of the air filter cover and open it in the direction of the arrow in figure. Remove the air filter unit.
  • Page 115: Replacing The Unit

    Attention f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured by Panasonic. Use only specified lamp units.
  • Page 116 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement When [Lamp control] is constantly set to [ECO] without switching to other modes = 20 000 hours When [Lamp control] is constantly set to [QUIET] without switching to other modes = 10 000 hours If you continue to use the lamp unit when the displayed time in [LAMP] has reached 20 000 hours, the lamp turns off automatically at approximately 10 minutes after turning on the power, as it will cause malfunction of the projector.
  • Page 117 Chapter 6 Maintenance - Maintenance/replacement Connect the power plug, press the power <v/b> button. While pressing the a button on the control panel, press and hold the w button on the control panel for eight seconds or more. f The lamp runtime is reset and the display of the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STATUS] → [RUNTIME] →...
  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Problem Cause Reference page f The power cord may not be connected. — f No electric supply is at the wall outlet. — f The circuit breakers have tripped. —...
  • Page 119: [Self Test] Display

    Chapter 6 Maintenance - [SELF TEST] display [SELF TEST] display [SELF TEST] can be checked in the WEB control screen [Status] → [Projector status]. The following list shows the alphanumeric symbol that is displayed when an error or a warning has occurred and its details.
  • Page 120: Chapter 7 Appendix

    Chapter 7 Appendix This chapter describes specifications and after-sales service for the projector. 120 - ENGLISH...
  • Page 121: Technical Information

    Returns the name set tin the [NETWORK] menu → [PROJECTOR NAME? Projector name query xxxxx NAME]. Manufacturer name INF1? Panasonic Returns manufacturer name. query PT-TW381R INF2? Model name query Returns model name. PT-TW381RD Other information INF0? xxxxx Returns information such as version number. queries...
  • Page 122 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Parameter/ Class Command Control details response Remark string SVER ? Software version query xxxxxxxxx Returns version number. COMPUTER1 COMPUTER2 VIDEO INNM ? Input name query HDMI1 Returns input name. HDMI2 MEMORY VIEWER NETWORK Input signal resolution AAAA: Horizontal resolution IRES ? AAAAxBBBB...
  • Page 123: Control Commands Via Lan

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Control commands via LAN You can also control via the <LAN> terminal by using the control command format via the <SERIAL IN> terminal. For examples of the available commands, refer to “Control commands” (x page Attention f Set the password of administrator account before using the LAN control.
  • Page 124 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information r Error response String Details Termination symbol "ERR1" Undefined control command "ERR2" Out of parameter range "ERR3" Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) Message 0x0d "ERR4" Timeout or no-acceptable period "ERR5" Wrong data length "ERRA"...
  • Page 125: Serial In> Terminal

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information r Response data String Details Termination symbol "ERR1" Undefined control command "ERR2" Out of parameter range "ERR3" Busy state or no-acceptable period (CR) Message 0x0d "ERR4" Timeout or no-acceptable period "ERR5" Wrong data length "ERRA"...
  • Page 126 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Pin assignments and signal names D-Sub 9-pin (female) Pin No. Signal name Contents Outside view — Transmitted data Received data — Earth — Connected internally — Communication conditions (Factory default) Signal level RS-232C-compliant Sync. method Asynchronous Baud rate 9 600 bps...
  • Page 127 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Basic format (with subcommand) Same as basic format Sub command (5 bytes) Parameter (6 bytes)* Symbol “+” or “ - ” (1 byte) and set value or adjustment value (5 bytes) Operation (1 byte) “=”...
  • Page 128 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Cable specification When connected to a computer NC NC Computer Projector NC NC (DTE specifications) (<SERIAL IN> terminal) NC NC NC NC Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available. r Projector control command Parameter/response Command...
  • Page 129: List Of Compatible Signals

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the type of signals compatible with the projectors. f Symbols that indicate formats are as follows. g V: Video, Y/C g R: RGB (analog) g Y: YC (analog) g H: HDMI f Input corresponding to each item in the plug and play column is as follows.
  • Page 130 Chapter 7 Appendix - Technical Information Scanning frequency PnP* Dot clock Display resolution Mode frequency Format (dots) H (kHz) V (Hz) COMPUTER HDMI (MHz) 1152 x 870/75 1 152 x 870 68.7 75.1 100.0 1280 x 720/50 1 280 x 720 37.1 49.8 60.5...
  • Page 131: Specifications

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications Specifications The specifications of the projector are as follows. Power supply 100 V - 240 V (100 V - 240 V alternating current), 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption 3.5 A - 1.5 A, 300 W When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO]: 0.5 W When [STANDBY MODE] is set to [NETWORK]: 1 W Power consumption...
  • Page 132 Chapter 7 Appendix - Specifications r Connecting terminal 1 (High-density D-sub 15 pin female) RGB signal 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω HD/SYNC TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible <COMPUTER 1 IN> terminal VD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible (HD/SYNC and VD do not support 3 value SYNC.) signal Y: 1.0 V [p-p] including synchronization signal, P...
  • Page 133: Dimensions

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Dimensions Dimensions Unit : mm (inch) 97 (3-13/16") 87 (3-7/16") 124 (4-7/8") 335 (13-3/16") 134 (5-9/32") 69 (2-23/32") 168 (6-5/8") Actual dimension may differ by product.  ENGLISH - 133...
  • Page 134: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards

    Ask a qualified technician to do the installation work such as mounting the projector on the ceiling. f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage to the projector resulting from use of a ceiling mount bracket not manufactured by Panasonic or the inappropriate choice of location for installation, even if the warranty period of the projector has not expired.
  • Page 135: Index

    Chapter 7 Appendix - Index Index Projector body ........23 [PROJECTOR ID] .......71 About Presenter Light ......94 [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL] ......66 [PROJECTOR NAME] ......82 Accessories ........20 [HIGH ALTITUDE MODE] ....72 [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu ....71 <AC IN> terminal ......23, 36 How to adjust the state of the image ..42 [P-TIMER] ...........69 [ADMINISTRATOR ACCOUNT] ..83 How to use the Interactive light pen ...27...
  • Page 136 Atıkların atılmasıyla ilgili yanlış uygulamalar yasayla belirlenmiş olan cezalara sebebiyet verebilir. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2020 Panasonic System Solutions Company of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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