Panasonic PT-D7500E Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic PT-D7500E Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PT-D7500E Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

POWER
ON
OFF
AUTO
SETUP
RGB
RGB
1
2
AUX
SHUTTER
VIDEO
S-
VIDEO
SHUT
MENU
FREEZE
PAGE
UP
ENTER
PAGE
DOWN
ON SCREEN
1
2
3
SYSTEM
STD
OSD
SEL
D.ZOOM
FUNC
4
5
6
1
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
7
LENS
8
9
0
NEXT
ASPECT
USER
LIGHT
ID ALL
ID SET
LASER ON/OFF
Computer
Projector
Numetric
Read these instructions completely before operating this unit.
Based Projector
Model No.
Commercial Use
PT-D7500E
PT-D7600E
TQBJ 0114-3

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Based Projector Commercial Use Operating Instructions PT-D7500E Model No. PT-D7600E POWER AUTO SETUP SHUTTER VIDEO VIDEO SHUT MENU FREEZE PAGE ENTER PAGE DOWN ON SCREEN SYSTEM D.ZOOM FUNC BRIGHT CONTRAST LENS NEXT ASPECT USER LIGHT ID ALL ID SET LASER ON/OFF...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Notice

    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.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG (U.K. only) FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSl to BS1362.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ......2 Switching the AI control...........48 Adjusting Contrast / Bright / Color / Tint ......49 Precautions with regard to safety ....5 Adjusting the colour temperature ........50 Caution ..............6 Adjusting colour matching ..........51 Accessories ............7 Sharpness / Gamma / Noise reduction / Precautions on handling ........8 Pulldown mode ..............52 Examples of system expansion ......9...
  • Page 5: Precautions With Regard To Safety

    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. •...
  • Page 6: Caution

    Precautions with regard to safety 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 Centre. Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector.
  • Page 7: Accessories

    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 bring your hands or other objects close to the air outlet port. •...
  • Page 8: Precautions On Handling

    Precautions on handling Precautions on transport Precautions on use The projection lens is susceptible to vibrations and To view clear images: impacts. Care should be taken to protect the lens from • The audience cannot enjoy high-contrast and vibrations and impacts when transporting. clear images if outside light or the illumination Precautions on installation interferes the screen surface.Draw window...
  • Page 9: Examples Of System Expansion

    Examples of system expansion The projector is provided with a number of terminals and optional accessories to enable various system expansions. The following are some examples of system expansion: System 1 System 2 Stacking two projectors with the The optional high- or low-ceiling mount stacking brackets can double the bracket flexibly fits the projector in picture brightness.
  • Page 10: Name And Function Of Parts

    Name and function of parts Remote control POWER AUTO SETUP SHUTTER VIDEO VIDEO SHUT MENU FREEZE PAGE ENTER PAGE DOWN ON SCREEN SYSTEM D.ZOOM FUNC BRIGHT CONTRAST LENS NEXT ASPECT USER LIGHT ID SET ID ALL LASER ON/OFF Computer Projector Numetric <When the operation mode selector SHUTTER button (page 45)
  • Page 11 POWER AUTO SETUP SHUTTER VIDEO VIDEO SHUT MENU FREEZE PAGE ENTER PAGE DOWN ON SCREEN SYSTEM D.ZOOM FUNC BRIGHT CONTRAST LENS NEXT ASPECT USER ID SET LIGHT ID ALL LASER ON/OFF Computer Projector Numetric <When the operation mode selector USER button Displays the sub-memory screen of the signal set to Computer>...
  • Page 12: Front And Side Of The Projector

    Name and function of parts Front and side of the projector Side-mounted connection terminals (page 14) AC IN terminal (page 35) LAMP2 monitor (page 91) Connect the supplied line power cord into this This lamp lights up when the time to replace lamp receptacle.
  • Page 13: Rear View Of The Main Unit

    Rear view of the main unit Controls on rear panel AUTO SETUP RGB 1 RGB 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO SHUTTER LENS MENU ENTER Lamp unit housing door AUTO SETUP button (page 40) The lamp unit is housed. Pressing this button while projecting an image automatically corrects the picture positioning on the Remote control receiver window (rear) (page 15) screen.
  • Page 14: Side-Mounted Connection Terminals

    Name and function of parts Side-mounted connection terminals RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 SERIAL S-VIDEO VIDEO RGB 1 IN RGB 2 IN / RGB 1 OUT SYNC/HD S-VIDEO IN terminal (pages 22 and 23) SERIAL OUT terminal (pages 24, 25, and 75–77) An input terminal for S-video signals This terminal is an RS-232C/RS-422 compliant...
  • Page 15: Using The Remote Control Unit

    Using the remote control unit Loading dry cells Effective range of remote control operation When loading supplied AA dry cells into the battery compartment of the remote control, make sure that The remote control should normally be aimed at either their polarities are correct.
  • Page 16: Setting Projector Id Number To Remote Control

    Using the remote control unit Setting projector ID number to remote control Every projector has its ID number and the ID number • If the ID SET button is pressed, the ID number goes of the controlling projector must be set to the remote back to the one set before pressing the ID SET control in advance so that the user can operate the button unless the NEXT button and a numeric button...
  • Page 17: Using The Remote Control As A Pc Mouse

    Using the remote control as a PC mouse Operation mode selector switch Put the knob to the Computer position. POWER AUTO SETUP • ENTER button SHUTTER Pressing the front, rear, left and right edges of the PAGE UP button VIDEO VIDEO SHUT MENU...
  • Page 18: Installation

    (ET-PKD75) (Default position) (9.3") Rear projection Table standing Ceiling mount Screen *For PT-D7500E, : Projection distance H= -0.2 x SH to SH : Height of the image 1.2 x SH SW : Image width For PT-D7600E, : Vertical distance between the...
  • Page 19: Projection Distances By The Type Of Projection Lenses (Optional)

    Screen : Projection distance SH : Effective screen height Projection distances by the type of projection lenses (for PT-D7500E) • For the screen aspect ratio of 4:3 Units: m Projection distance (L)
  • Page 20 Installation Projection distances by the type of projection lenses (for PT-D7600E) • For the screen aspect ratio of 5:4 Units: m Projection distance (L) Screen dimensions Screen Zoom lens Fixed-focus lens size ET-D75LE1/SC (1.5-2.0 :1) ET-D75LE2/SC (2.0-3.0 :1) ET-D75LE3/SC (3.0-5.0 :1) ET-D75LE4/SC (5.0-8.0 :1) ET-D75LE5 Effective Effective...
  • Page 21 If the projector is used with a screen size not listed in this manual, check the diagonal dimension (inch) of your screen and calculate the projection distance using the following formulas. Calculation formulas for projection distance by lens types (for PT-D7500E) Aspect ratio...
  • Page 22: Connection

    Connection Before starting connection The pin-out and signal names of the S-VIDEO IN Before connection, read carefully the instruction terminal are shown in the diagram below. manual for the device to be connected. Turning off the power switch of the devices Signal Pin No.
  • Page 23: Example Of Connecting With Video Devices

    Example of connecting with VIDEO devices Video deck (TBC built-in) Color monitor Control PC RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 SERIAL S-VIDEO VIDEO RGB 1 IN RGB 2 IN / RGB 1 OUT SYNC/HD Red (connected to P terminal)
  • Page 24: Example Of Connecting With Personal Computers

    Connection Example of connecting with personal computers Control PC PC or color monitor with RGB input terminals RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 SERIAL S-VIDEO VIDEO RGB 1 IN RGB 2 IN / RGB 1 OUT SYNC/HD RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R)
  • Page 25: Example Of Connecting With The Signal Selector

    Example of connecting with the signal selector Notebook computer Video deck Control PC (TBC built-in) Signal selector (Option) Digital broadcasting DVD player tuner RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) RS-232C (G) / RS-422 (R) REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 SERIAL S-VIDEO VIDEO RGB 1 IN RGB 2 IN / RGB 1 OUT SYNC/HD...
  • Page 26: Installation Of Input Module (Optional)

    Installation of input module (optional) Installing the input module Types of the input modules (optional) Prepare beforehand an input module (optional) compatible with the input signals of the system. Input signal Input signal level Module model No impedance of 75 Ω Image signal input: Synchronizing signal input: impedance of 75 Ω...
  • Page 27 Procedure of installation Disconnect the power before installing the input module. Remove the slot cover. Slot cover Remove 2 screws. Insert the input module. Slot Input module Fix the input module. Tighten the two screws. Register the input signal. This projector needs to register the type •...
  • Page 28: Connecting Signals To The Input Module

    Installation of input module (optional) Connecting signals to the input module When installing the projector, it is necessary to connect signals to the input module in accordance with the connecting equipment. Refer to the following diagram to establish proper signal connection. Signal selector RS-232C RGB signal...
  • Page 29: Connecting The Signal To The Analog Rgb Signal Input Module

    Connecting the signal to the analog RGB signal input module An interface (D-SUB BNC) is necessary to connect the projector with a PC using an analog RGB signal input module. 1. Connecting analog RGB signals RGB signal input module (optional) ET-MD95RGB H/HÆV RGB Module ET-MD95RGB...
  • Page 30: Connecting The Signals To The Video Signal Input Module

    Installation of input module (optional) Connecting the signal to the video signal input module 1. Connecting the video signals ET-MD95VM2 Video signal input module (optional) LINE/Cr IN LINE OUT C/Cb IN Y IN Video Module ET-MD95VM2 Colour Luminance Image signal signal signal Image signal...
  • Page 31: Connecting The Signal To The Serial Digital Signal Input Module

    2. Connecting the component signals ET-MD95VM2 Video signal input module (optional) LINE/Cr IN LINE OUT C/Cb IN Y IN Video Module ET-MD95VM2 Luminance signals Y Colour-difference Colour-difference signals C signals Cr Video deck (TBC built-in) DVD player • For details on switching between the video signals connection and the component signals connection, refer to the section for switching the signals of ET-MD95VM2 (optional) on page 65.
  • Page 32 Installation of input module (optional) 1. For 480p dual link (4:2:2p) SMPTE294M-compliant, 720x483 active line 59.94 Hz progressive scan 270 Mbps Serial digital input module (optional) ET-MD95SD2 (for 480p/480i/576i) MAIN IN MAIN OUT SUB IN SUB OUT 480p Module SERIAL ET-MD95SD2 SD signal MAIN...
  • Page 33: Connecting Signals To The Dvi Signal Input Module

    Serial digital input module (optional) ET-MD95SD3 (for HD SDI) 1080i/720p Module HD SERIAL ET-MD95SD3 HD SD signal HD SD signal output (active through) Business-use digital video deck • Insert the input module that meets the input signal specifications. • Use the SYSTEM SELECTOR button to select the input module that meets desired one of the eight types (14 formats) of signal specifications (SMPTE292M).
  • Page 34: How To Install And Remove The Projection Lens (Optional)

    How to install and remove the projection lens (optional) How to install the How to remove the projection lens projection lens While pressing the lock button on the While pressing the lock button on the projection lens cover, pull the cover projection lens cover, pull the cover forward to remove it.
  • Page 35: Projection

    Projection AUTO POWER SETUP AUTO SETUP RGB 1 RGB 2 SHUTTER VIDEO VIDEO SHUT MENU FREEZE VIDEO S-VIDEO SHUTTER PAGE LENS ENTER MENU ENTER PAGE DOWN ON SCREEN SYSTEM D.ZOOM FUNC BRIGHT CONTRAST LENS NEXT ASPECT USER LIGHT ID ALL ID SET LASER ON/OFF Computer...
  • Page 36: Powering Off The Projector

    Projection AUTO POWER SETUP AUTO SETUP SHUTTER RGB 1 RGB 2 VIDEO VIDEO SHUT MENU FREEZE VIDEO S-VIDEO SHUTTER PAGE LENS ENTER MENU ENTER PAGE DOWN ON SCREEN SYSTEM D.ZOOM FUNC BRIGHT CONTRAST LENS NEXT ASPECT USER LIGHT ID ALL ID SET LASER ON/OFF Computer...
  • Page 37: How To Adjust The Lens

    How to adjust the lens How to adjust the lens focus, lens zoom and lens shift (optical shift) If the focusing, zooming or positioning of the image projected on the screen is not successful, even though the projector is properly positioned against the screen, you can adjust the focus, the zoom, or the vertical or horizontal position of the image.
  • Page 38: Adjustment Range After Lens Position (Optical Shift)

    Adjustment range after lens position (optical shift) Do not move the lens beyond the bounds of the shift range as this may cause a change in the focus. This limitation is to protect the parts of the projector. PT-D7500E Floor projection Ceiling projection 0.28H...
  • Page 39: How To Adjust The Lens For Addressing Unevenness Of Focusing

    How to adjust the lens for addressing unevenness of focusing If the image is out of focus in any portion of the screen, adjust the lens by turning the adjustment screws to obtain evenness of focusing. Remove the lens cover and lens (Refer to Lens bracket Fixing screws page 34).
  • Page 40: Automatic Adjustment (Auto Setup)

    Automatic adjustment (AUTO SETUP) Automatic adjustment function adjust the resolution, clock phase and image position automatically when dots- structured analog RGB signals such as computer signal are supplied. (Automatic adjustment is not available if signals or moving images other than analog RGB signals are supplied.) It is recommended to supply images with a bright white frame at the outermost periphery containing characters etc.
  • Page 41: Registration Of Input Signal Data

    Registration of input signal data The input signal data must be registered because it is not registered on shipment of the projector. Note • Up to 96 input signals can be registered. • Registration is performed by supplying the signal that corresponds to the mounted input module. Registration of new data When a new signal is supplied, press the MENU button on the remote control or operating section of the main unit, and a “NEW SIGNAL INPUTS”...
  • Page 42: If New Registration Is Not Available Because Of Full Memory

    Registration of input signal data If new registration is not available because of full memory: If the number of already registered signals is 96, or the memory is full when you entered a new signal, then press the MENU button of the remote control or the operating section of the main unit, and a “Confirm overwriting registration”...
  • Page 43: Sub Memory

    Sub memory The projector is provided with a sub memory function to register plural pieces of image adjustment data even they are determined to be the same signal by the frequency and form of the synchronization signal source. Use this function when the user needs adjustment of picture quality such as aspect switching and white balance using the same signal source.
  • Page 44 Registration of input signal data On-screen indications Input switching / signal switching This shows the registered signal name on the status screen for signal switching. NAME: MEMORY NO: A1 (1-2) S.S. NO: – – – INPUT NO: RGB1 Details of registered signal REGISTERED SIGNAL STATUS NAME: SXGA60-A1...
  • Page 45: Using The Freeze Function

    Using the FREEZE function Pressing the “FREEZE” button of the remote control switches between a still image and a motion image. Still image Motion image Using the SHUTTER function If the projector is not used for a certain period of time during the meeting intermission, for example, a shutter mode is available that allows the user to hide images temporarily.
  • Page 46: On-Screen Menus

    On-screen menus Structure of menu screens Menus are extensively used for configuring, adjusting or reconfiguring the projector. The menus structure is as follows: MAIN MANU MAIN MENU PICTURE (pages 48-53) PICTURE POSITION LANGUAGE PICTURE OPTION PICTURE MODE STANDARD TEST PATTERN COLOR SIGNAL LIST TINT...
  • Page 47: Basic Operations On Menu Screen

    Basic operations on Returning to the previous menu screen screen • When the “MENU” is on the screen, pressing the Press the “MENU” button. “MENU” button returns to the previous page. The MAIN MENU appears on the screen. • When the MAIN MENU is on the screen, pressing the “MENU”...
  • Page 48: Adjusting The Picture

    Adjusting the picture Switching the picture mode The user can switch to the desired picture mode suitable for the image source and the environment in which this projector is used. Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION LANGUAGE Select “PICTURE”...
  • Page 49: Adjusting Contrast / Bright / Color / Tint

    The desired picture can be obtained by following the procedure below. Adjusting Contrast / Bright / Color / Tint Adjustment procedure – to adjust picture (colour intensity) Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION LANGUAGE Select “PICTURE”...
  • Page 50: Adjusting The Colour Temperature

    Adjusting the picture Setting the colour temperature Adjustment procedure (to be performed while projecting the signals to be adjusted) Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION LANGUAGE Select “PICTURE” with the OPTION buttons.
  • Page 51: Adjusting Colour Matching

    Adjusting colour matching When multiple sets are used simultaneously, this projector allows the user to correct the difference of colours among the sets. Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select “PICTURE”...
  • Page 52: Sharpness / Gamma / Noise Reduction / Pulldown Mode

    Adjusting the picture Sharpness / Gamma / Noise reduction / Pulldown mode Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select “PICTURE” with the LANGUAGE OPTION buttons. TEST PATTERN SIGNAL LIST :MENU SELECT ENTER:SUB MENU Press the “ENTER”...
  • Page 53: To Set The Srgb Compliant Picture

    To set the sRGB compliant picture sRGB is the international color reproduction standard (IEC61966-2-1) established by IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). Perform the following setting procedure to reproduce the higher-fidelity picture in compliance with sRGB. 1. Set color matching adjustment to “OFF”. 2.
  • Page 54: Adjusting The Position

    Adjusting the position Desired position can be achieved by following the procedure below. Shift adjustment This function allows the user to adjust the picture position vertically or horizontally if the position of the image projected on the screen is displaced when the projector is properly positioned against the screen. Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU”...
  • Page 55: Size Adjustment

    Size adjustment Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select the “POSITION” with the LANGUAGE OPTION buttons. TEST PATTERN SIGNAL LIST :MENU SELECT ENTER:SUB MENU Press the “ENTER” button. POSITION SHIFT The POSITION screen will be displayed.
  • Page 56 If the aspect ratio of the input signals is different from that of the panel, the pictures are displayed by converting it into the panel's aspect ratio (4:3 for PT-D7500E and 5:4 for PT-D7600E). • VID AUTO: The projector identifies the video ID (VID) embedded in the picture signals and displays the picture by automatically switching the screen sizes between 4:3 and 16:9.
  • Page 57: Blanking Adjustment

    Blanking adjustment Blanking adjustment fine-tunes the images projected by the video deck or other devices when the noise appears on the edges of the screen or if a part of the image lies slightly offscreen. Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed.
  • Page 58: Clock Phase Adjustment

    Adjusting the position Clock phase adjustment Clock phase adjustment achieves the best image when the screen flickers or halo is observed around the contour. Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select the “POSITION”...
  • Page 59: Adjusting The Input Resolution

    Adjusting the input resolution Input resolution adjustment achieves the best image when the screen flickers or halo is observed around the contour. Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select the “POSITION”...
  • Page 60: Adjusting The Clamp Position

    Adjusting the position Adjusting the clamp position Use the clamp position adjustment to achieve the optimal value when dark areas of the image are crushed or displayed in green. Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select “POSITION”...
  • Page 61: Keystone Distortion Correction

    • The adjusted value is reflected in other input signals. • Keystone distortion can be corrected to ±40° of the angle of tilt for the projector against the screen. (If fixed-focus lens is used, the angle will be within ±27° for PT-D7500E and within ±22° for PT-D7600E.)
  • Page 62: Edge Blending Adjustment

    Adjusting the position Edge blending adjustment This projector has the function to hide the seams for multi-screens. Procedure of adjustment Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select the “POSITION” with the LANGUAGE OPTION buttons.
  • Page 63: Changing The Display Language

    Select the “BRIGHT” with the BRIGHT ADJUST BRIGHT INSIDE buttons. BRIGHT OUTSIDE Press the ENTER button. UPPER The BRIGHT ADJUST screen will be displayed. LOWER LEFT Press the “BRIGHT INSIDE” with the RIGHT buttons. Adjust the compensation value (0–255) with the buttons.
  • Page 64: How To Change The System Format

    How to change the system format Pressing the SYSTEM SELECTOR button on the remote control or the control panel of the main unit allows the user to make the following changes depending on the currently selected input module. The name of the selected system such as RGB, YP and AUTO is displayed on the top left of the screen and disappears automatically.
  • Page 65: How To Change The Signal For The Et-Md95Vm2 (Optional)

    How to change the signal for the ET-MD95VM2 (optional) When ET-MD95VM2 (optional) is installed with the projector, select the signaling system according to the connected device. Procedure of setting Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select “OPTION”...
  • Page 66: How To Use Rgb Reality Mode

    How to use RGB REALITY mode RGB REALITY mode converts RGB (primary colors) input signals into component signals and achieves the high- quality playback by motion-image-specific picture conversion process. This mode is effective only when the signal input is applied to the RGB input signal module (ET-MD95RGB). The appropriate mode can be selected according to the signal.
  • Page 67: Optional Settings

    Optional settings ID number setting The projector has an ID number setting function that helps the user to control two or more projectors either simultaneously or separately with a single remote control. The ID number is set to "ALL" by default. Hence the ID number need not be set when only one projector is used.
  • Page 68: Installation Setting

    Optional settings Installation Setting A projection scheme can be chosen depending on the installation of the projector. If the picture is shown upside down or in reverse, change the projection scheme using the following figures A to D. A: Floor mount front projection (Front – Floor mount) B: Ceiling mount front projection (Front –...
  • Page 69: Lamp Select

    Lamp select Lamp power Two internal lamps in the projector can be used either The luminance of the projection lamp can be changed in “DUAL” or “SINGLE” mode depending on user's depending on user's needs or the viewing conditions. needs or viewing conditions. LAMP POWER In the “SINGLE”...
  • Page 70: System Information

    Optional settings System information Fan control Displays the system information of the projector. When using the projector over 1 400 m above sea level, set to “HIGH”. SYSTEM INFORMATION ROM VIRSION: 1.00 FAN CONTROL NORMAL SET RUNTIME: LAMP1 RUNTIME: LAMP2 RUNTIME: HIGH INPUT BOARD: NOT YET...
  • Page 71: P In P

    P IN P • Type: The user can select the window that is displayed by This item is used to set the condition of the Picture-In- priority when two windows overlap. Picture. “MAIN WINDOW”: The main window is displayed by priority. OPTION “SUBWINDOW”: The subwindow is displayed by priority.
  • Page 72: Setting Func1

    Optional settings List of P IN P RGB1 RGB2 ET-MD95RGB ET-MD95VM2 Subwindow Main window RGB input RGB1 YCbCr input YPbPr input RGB input RGB2 YCbCr input YPbPr input VIDEO input S-VIDEO input RGB input RGBrealiry input ET-MD96RGB YCbCr input YPbPr input LINE input ET-MD95VM2 Y / C input...
  • Page 73: Setting The Contrast Mode

    Setting the contrast mode This equipment has 2 mode types for adjusting to the use environment. Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Select “OPTION” with the LANGUAGE OPTION buttons. TEST PATTERN SIGNAL LIST :MENU SELECT ENTER:SUB MENU...
  • Page 74: How To Switch The Input Impedance (Signal Level) Of The Synchronization Signal

    How to switch the input impedance (signal level) of the synchronization signal When the ET-MD95RGB input module (sold separately) is mounted, the user can switch the input impedance (signal level) of the synchronization signal with the analog RGB input. Choose 75 ohm when connecting with the equipment whose synchronization output impedance is 75 Ω such as a signal selector, or switch to HI-Z (TTL) when connecting with the equipment whose synchronization output is TTL such as a video card of a PC.
  • Page 75: Using The Serial Terminals

    Using the serial terminals The main unit is equipped with SERIAL terminals located in its terminal section on the side, and this terminal is compliant with RS-232C. Also a serial output terminal is provided to enable plural projector control. Examples of connection Single projector Plural projectors <Terminal section on projector side>...
  • Page 76: Procedure Of Setting Communication Conditions

    Using serial terminals Procedure of setting communication conditions Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION Press buttons to select LANGUAGE OPTION “OPTION”. TEST PATTERN SIGNAL LIST :MENU SELECT ENTER:SUB MENU Press the “ENTER” button. OPTION The OPTION screen will be displayed.
  • Page 77: Control Commands

    Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available: Remarks Command Function of command Power “ON” In standby mode, commands other than “PON” are invalid. • While the lamp is ON and being controlled, a “PON” command will not be accepted. Power “OFF”...
  • Page 78: Using The Remote 2 Terminal

    Using the REMOTE 2 terminal Using the REMOTE 2 terminal provided on the side of the main unit, it is possible to operate the projector from a control panel etc. furnished in a distant location where infrared remote control signal cannot be received. Example of a control panel layout Remote terminal External control...
  • Page 79: Displaying The Internal Test Pattern

    Displaying the internal test pattern The projector has seven types of internal test patterns to check the condition of the set. To display test patterns, follow the steps below. Note • Results of adjustment on the image, picture quality, position, size and other factors will not be reflected in test patters.
  • Page 80: How To Use Network Module (Optional)

    How to use network module (optional) The network module of the projector (ET-MD75NT) is provided with a LAN interface to enable projector control from the Web browser of personal computer. In addition, the network module also fulfills automatic E-mail transmission function. It can send mail to a predefined E-mail address when the system malfunctions or when the lamp used hours reaches the set value.
  • Page 81: Initial Setting Of Network Module

    Initial setting of network module Procedure of setting Press the “MENU” button. MAIN MENU PICTURE The MAIN MENU screen will be displayed. POSITION LANGUAGE Select “OPTION” with the OPTION buttons. TEST PATTERN SIGNAL LIST :MENU SELECT ENTER:SUB MENU Press the “ENTER” button. OPTION The OPTION screen will be displayed.
  • Page 82 How to use network module (optional) Description Items Function Display of host name and setting HOSTNAME Make alteration if necessary when to use the DHCP server. DHCP client function DHCP Set the DHCP item to ON when to acquire an IP address automatically using the DHCP server.
  • Page 83: Accessing From The Web Browser

    Activate the Web browser in the personal computer. Enter the IP address set by the projector into the URL input field of the Web browser. Enter “user1” in the user name field and enter “panasonic” (lower case) in the password field.
  • Page 84 How to use network module (optional) Top page Control button Click this item, and a projector control page appears. Update button Click this item, and a projector firmware update page appears. E-mail setting button Click this item, and an E-mail setting page appears.
  • Page 85 Network setting page Select ON to enable the DHCP client function. Enter the IP address if DHCP server is not used. Enter the port number. Normally use the value of 80 as indicated. Enter the net mask if DHCP server is not used. Enter the gateway address if DHCP server is not used.
  • Page 86 How to use network module (optional) Status indication page Displays the status of input slot. Displays temperature of projector’s intake air. Displays temperature inside the projector. Displays temperature of projector exhaust. Displays the lamp lit hours. Displays used hours of the projector.
  • Page 87 E-mail setting page • This page allows the user to send mail to up to two mail addresses automatically. Enter the IP address of Select “Enable” to use the E-mail server The user can enter the the E-mail function. (SMTP). location of, for example, the installed projector so that the recipient...
  • Page 88 How to use network module (optional) E-mail setting page (continuing) Select the conditions for sending E-mail. Error: an error is detected by self-diagnosis: Warning LAMP1: remaining lamp service time has reached the value set in the field on the right. Warning LAMP2: remaining lamp service time has reached the value set in the field on the right.
  • Page 89 Firmware update page (Only those personnel with expertise must execute firmware update.) Enter the file name of the desired Enter file name and press the Upload firmware for updating. button, which starts transfer. It will take some tens of seconds to finish transfer. The time will depend on the network situation.
  • Page 90: Returning The Network Module Setting Back To The Factory Setting

    How to use network module (optional) Page for control of image files Folder selection button This button specifies the folder to store the image data. Display selection button This button selects the format of listing of images stored in the network module. Transmission button Transfers an image stored in the PC to the network module.
  • Page 91: Indication Of Monitor Lamp

    Indication of monitor lamp Three 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.
  • Page 92: Cleaning And Replacement Of Air Filter

    Cleaning and replacement of air filter If too much dust is deposited in the air filter, temperature inside the main unit will rise and the temperature monitor (TEMP) lamp blinks, eventually turning off the power supply. Clean the air filter section once every 100 hours or so as a guideline depending on the location of projector operation.
  • Page 93: Replacement Of Lamp Unit

    Replacement of lamp unit CAUTION Wait until the lamp is cooled sufficiently before replacing the lamp unit. Precautions on lamp unit replacement Timing of lamp unit Be careful when handling a light source lamp. replacement The lamp may burst if it is hit by solid objects or if it is dropped because of high air pressure The lamp used for the light source has its due life.
  • Page 94: Procedure Of Lamp Unit Replacement

    Replacement of lamp unit Procedure of lamp unit replacement Caution • After 1 500 hours of operating the same lamp, it is only possible to operate the unit for approximately 10 minutes. Steps 8 to 14 must be completed within ten minutes. 1.
  • Page 95 8. Insert the power cord plug into the wall outlet and then press the MAIN POWER switch. Caution • If the power does not turn on (power indicator lamp (red) does not turn on) even after turning the MAIN POWER switch “I”, turn the MAIN POWER “ ”, confirm that the lamp unit and door are installed correctly, and turn on again.
  • Page 96: Before Asking For Service

    Before asking for service … try to check the following points again. Symptoms Checkpoint • Is the power cord securely plugged in the receptacle? • Is the MAIN POWER switch put to the “ ” position? • Is power supply live at the receptacle? •...
  • Page 97: Specifications

    Horizontally 15.73 kHz/15.63 kHz, vertically 59.94 Hz/50 Hz For RGB signal Horizontally 15 kHz–100 kHz, vertically 24 kHz–120 kHz, Panasonic Intelligent Auto Scanning (PIAS) system Dot clock frequency 20 MHz–162 MHz For DVI-D signal (When DVI module (optional item) is mounted) VGA–S-XGA Dot clock frequency 25 MHz–112 MHz...
  • Page 98 Specifications PT-D7500E PT-D7600E Model No. Interface ports RGB2 input/RGB1 output terminal 1 set of high-density, D-sub 15p (female) [For YP input] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] synchronization signal included, : 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...
  • Page 99: Appendix

    1 280 x 1 024 for display. • The number of displayed dots of PT-D7500E is 1 024 x 768. Those combinations listed in the above table that exceed these limits will be converted into 1 024 x 768 for display.
  • Page 100: Outside Dimensions

    • "Netscape" and "Netscape Navigator" are registered trademarks of the Netscape Communications Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. • Patent No. 5,717,422 All other trademarks are the property of the various trademark owners. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd Web Site : http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 2002 M1002-6073...

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