Panasonic Projector Pt Ae900u Operating Instructions

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Setting up range using the lens shift functionThis projector can be placed in various places by controlling the shift lever at
the front side of the projector to move the lens in order to adjust the position
of the projected image.
BVertical lens shift
When shift lever is
moved down (full)
When shift lever is
moved up (full)
NOTE:
BTurn the shift lever right to secure the shift lever.
BWhen the lens has been shifted fully to the right or left, you will not be
able to shift the lens up or down.
When the lens has been shifted fully up or down, you will not be able to
shift the lens to the right or left.
BGenerally, the maximum picture quality is obtained when the lens is
moved to the center (horizontally and vertically).
BWhen the projector is tilted vertically and keystone correction needs to
be carried out, place the projector so that the center of the lens and the
center of the screen (vertical) are matched. BProjector setting up range in relation to the screen
Projector
ScreenProjector set up range 
(center of the lens)
BHorizontal lens shift
About 25% of the
screen (maximum)About 25% of the
screen (maximum)
When shift lever is moved
to the left (full)When shift lever is moved
to the right (full) Screen
Screen
50%V
50%
H
Center of the screen (vertical)
Center of the lens
* The values in the table are for the width and the height of the screen.Vertical (V)
About 63%About 50%
About 0%About 0%
When the lens has been shifted fully
up or down.
When the center of the lens is placed
at the same height as the upper or
lower edge of the screen.
When the lens is shifted only to the
right or left.
About 8%
About 25%Horizontal 
shift range (H)
Shift lever operation range
About 63% of
the screen
(maximum)About 63% of
the screen
(maximum) 
						

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Connecting to video equipment
NOTE:
BBe sure to use an HDMI cable which conforms to HDMI specifications. 
If inappropriate cables are used, the connected equipment may not
operate correctly.
B
This projector can be connected to HDMI and DVI equipment, but some
equipment may not operate correctly, for example images may not appear
.
ConnectionsNotes on connectionsB
Read the instruction manual for each peripheral device carefully before connecting it.
B
Turn off the power supply for all peripheral devices before making any connections.
BIf the cables necessary for connection are not included with the peripheral
device or available as an option, you may need to prepare a proper cable
for the device concerned.
BRefer to the list on page 64 for details on compatible signals which can be
input to the projector.
BAn audio system circuit is not provided with this projector. Connect the
audio output of the connected equipment to a separate audio system.
DVD player To HDMI outputHDMI cable 
(RP-CDHG30E-W: sold separately)
Connecting to equipment compatible with HDMI
Computer for
control use
Serial adapter 
(ET-ADSER : sold separately)
DIN 8-pin (male)
DVD player Computer for
control use
DVD player
Video deck To S-Video output
To Video output
DVD player Serial adapter 
(ET-ADSER : sold
separately)
DIN 8-pin (male)
To YP
BPRoutputTo YP
BPR
output 
						

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To RGB output
Operating rangeIf the remote control unit is held so that it is facing directly in front of the remote
control signal receptor, the operating range is within approximately 7 m (23´) from
the surfaces of the receptor. Furthermore, the remote control unit can be operated
from an angle of ±30° to the left or right and ±15° above or below the receptor
. #Open the cover.
$Insert the batteries so that the polarities are correct, and then close
the cover.
NOTE:
BIf the buttons on the remote control unit are kept pressed, the battery
power will be consumed rapidly.
BIf there are any obstacles in between the remote control unit and the
receptor, the remote control unit may not operate correctly.
BIf strong light is allowed to shine onto the remote control signal receptor,
correct projector operation may not be possible. Place the projector as
far away from light sources as possible.
B
If facing the remote control unit toward the screen to operate the projector,
the operating range of the remote control unit will be limited by the amount
of light reflection loss caused by the characteristics of the screen used.
NOTE:
BDo not drop the remote control unit.
BKeep the remote control unit away from liquids.
B
Remove the batteries if not using the remote control unit for long periods.
BDo not use rechargeable batteries.Preparation for the remote control unit
AA batteries
(two)
Computer
Connecting to computer
Computer for
control use
Serial adapter
(ET-ADSER : sold separately)
DIN 8-pin (male) 
						

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Basic operation
Press the input select button to select the input signal.BA picture will be projected in accordance with the selected input signal.
Follow the procedure below when you set the projector up first, and when
you change the setup place.&
Input select
button
Changing
signals
Input select
button
Changing
signals Control 
panel
Remote
control 
unit
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
YP
BPR1
HDMI
YP
BPR2
PC
VIDEOS-VIDEO
YP
BPR1
YP
BPR2
PCHDMI
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Turning on the powerBefore turning on the power
1. Ensure that all peripheral 
devices are connected properly.
2. 
Connect the accessory power cord.
3. Remove the lens cover.
Lens coverPower cord
Press the MAIN POWER switch to turn on the
power.BThe power indicator on the projector will illuminate red.Press the POWER button.BThe power indicator on the projector will flash green. After a short
period, the indicator will illuminate green, and the startup logo will be
displayed. If you would like the startup logo not to be displayed, set
“STARTUP LOGO” to “OFF”. (Refer to page 52.)Turn on the power of all connected devices.BStart the play function of a device such as a DVD player.
NOTE:
BA rattling sound may be heard when the power is turned on, and a
tinkling sound may be heard when the lamp unit is turned on, but these
are not signs of malfunctions.#
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Power indicator 
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Adjusting the sizeBTurn the zoom ring to adjust 
the size of the projected image.Adjusting the focusBTurn the focus ring to adjust 
the focus of the projected image.
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Adjusting the angleBThe position of the projected image
(upward and downward) can be fine
adjusted by turning the front
adjustable legs.
BWhen adjusting the legs, be careful
of the hot air which comes out of
the air outlet port.
BIf the projected image contains
keystone distortion, adjust
“KEYSTONE” in the “POSITION”
menu (refer to page 49 for details).
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Adjusting the lens shiftBUse the shift lever to adjust the
position of the projected image.
BTurn the shift lever right to secure
the shift lever, and left to release
the shift lever. Do not pull the shift
lever while adjusting the lens shift.
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Zoom
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Focus
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NOTE:
BDuring projection of an image, the cooling fan will operate, emitting a
small noise as it operates. This noise may change depending on the
ambient temperature. Turning the lamp on or off will cause this noise to
increase a little.
BBy using the “OPTION” menu to set “LAMP POWER” to “LOW”, the
operating sound of the fan can be reduced. (Refer to page 53.)
BYou can also turn off the power by pressing the POWER button twice or
by holding it down for at least 0.5 seconds.
BWhen the projector is in standby mode (the power indicator on the
projector is illuminated red), the projector continues to draw approximately
0.08 W of power even when the cooling fan has stopped.
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Turning off the power
Power indicator
Press the POWER button.BA confirmation screen is displayed on 
the screen.Press the 
I I
or H H
button to select “OK”, and
then press the ENTER button.
BThe lamp unit will switch off and the picture will stop being projected.
(The power indicator on the projector will illuminate orange while the
cooling fan is still operating.)
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Press the MAIN POWER switch to turn off the
power after the power indicator on the
projector illuminates red.BDo not cut power to the projector in any way while the cooling fan is
still operating. Be careful not to switch off the MAIN POWER switch
of the projector or unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
Power indicatorPower indicator statusRed
Illuminated
The projector is in standby mode and image projection
is possible by pressing the POWER button.A picture is being projected.
The lamp is cooling down after the power is turned
off. (The cooling fan is operating.)
The projector is preparing for projection after the
power is turned on while the power indicator is
illuminated orange. (After a short period, a picture
will be projected.) The projector is preparing for projection after the
power is turned on while the power indicator is
illuminated red. (After a short period, a picture will be
projected.) Flashing
Illuminated
IlluminatedFlashing Green
OrangeProjector status 
						

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Useful functions
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Setting the aspect ratio (ASPECT)This projector allows you to change the aspect ratio to match the type of
input signal.
JUST\
4:3\
16:9\
14:9\
ZOOM1\
ZOOM2
4:3\
16:9\
V SCROLL
*“V SCROLL” cannot be set when a VGA or
SVGA signal is being input.
4:3\
16:9
[When a 525p (480p) or 625p (576p) signal is
being input]
4:3\
16:9\
JUST\
ZOOM [When an NTSC, 525i (480i) or 525p (480p)
YP
BPRsignal is being input]
AUTO\
4:3\
16:9\
JUST\
ZOOM
S-VIDEO/VIDEO/
YP
BPR1/YP
BPR2
PC
HDMI
Press the ASPECT button.
BPressing the ASPECT button will change the
aspect ratio according to the successive settings
shown below.
BRefer to the illustrations in the table for
assistance in selecting a suitable aspect ratio.
H-FIT
[1 125 (1 080) /60i,
1 125 (1 080) /50i,
1 125 (1 080) /24p,
750 (720) /60p
and 750 (720) /50p
signals only]Horizontal expansion of
projected imageJUST
Horizontal expansion of projected image
(Center of image is less distorted.)
ZOOM, ZOOM1
ZOOM2
(“ZOOM2” is for
2.35 : 1 letterbox
signals.)Expansion preserves
original ratio
V SCROLL
(XGA/MXGA/SXGA/
WIDE768 only)
A picture is projected without
expansion or reduction. ASPECTInput signal Projected image
14:9Expansion preserves
original ratio
4:34:3 ASPECTInput signal Projected image16:9Horizontal expansion of
projected image
BThe aspect ratios for the following signals will be switched between 16:9
and “H-FIT”. (Refer to page 64.)
1 125 (1 080) /60i, 1 125 (1 080) /50i, 1 125 (1 080) /24p, 750 (720) /60p,
750 (720) /50p
BThe aspect ratios for the following signals are fixed, and cannot be changed.
WIDE 480/600/720/768/768-2
*WIDE768 signals can be set to “V SCROLL”. 
						

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Turning on the button lights (LIGHT)
Press the LIGHT button.
BThe buttons on the remote control unit will be
illuminated.
BPress the LIGHT button again to turn off the
button lights. The button lights will be turned off
automatically when no buttons on the remote
control unit are pressed for 10 seconds.
NOTE:
BThe picture mode can also be selected from “PICTURE MODE” in the
“PICTURE” menu.
B
When the 
“PICTURE MODE
”menu is selected, the settings will switch
automatically to the last 
“PROFILE
”settings (page 36) that were used for
the selected picture mode. 
Selecting the picture mode (PIC. MODE)You can select the appropriate picture mode for the type of projected image.
Press the PIC. MODE button.
BPressing the PIC. MODE button will change the
picture mode.
NORMAL............When watching various image sources.
DYNAMIC...........When the projector is used in a bright room.
CINEMA1............
When watching movies. The projected image will be refined.
This mode was well tuned to the look of Hollywood movie
.
CINEMA2............When watching movies. The projected images will be deep
and rich.
CINEMA3............When watching movies which have vivid colors such as
action movies and animations. The projected images will
be clearer and brighter.
VIDEO.................When watching sports and music programs.
NATURAL...........To reproduce the color of the image faithfully from the
image source.
NOTE:
BIf a selected mode does not match the aspect ratio of the input signal, it
may affect the quality of viewing of the original picture.
BIf using this projector in places such as cafes or hotels to display
programs for a commercial purpose or for public presentation, note that
if the aspect ratio selection function is used to change the aspect ratio
of the screen picture, you may be infringing the rights of the original
copyright owner for that program under copyright protection laws.
BIf a 4:3 picture is projected onto a 16:9 screen, distortion may occur
around the edges of the picture so that part of the picture is no longer
visible. Programs which have 4:3 aspect ratios should be viewed in 4:3
mode to give proper consideration to the aims and intentions of the
original program’s creator.
BImage sizes such as Cinema-Vision that project wider than the 16:9
ratio will have narrow black fields at the top and bottom.
BYou can also change the aspect ratio from the “POSITION” menu. BWhen “WSS” is set to “ON”(page 49), the projector switches the aspect
ratio automatically if the input signal has a detector signal.
B“WIDE” is displayed on the screen when “ASPECT” is set automatically
(when “WSS” is set to “ON”). Press the ASPECT button to switch the
aspect ratio.
B“AUTO” will be displayed according to the type of the signals being input.
When set to “AUTO”, the projector switches the aspect ratio automatically
if the input signal has a detector signal.
BWhen set to “V SCROLL”, vertical position can be adjusted by pressing
theGand Fbuttons (close the menu screen before adjusting the vertical
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NOTE:
BOnly the settings saved in the “MEMORY SAVE” menu will be
displayed in the “MEMORY LOAD” menu. (Refer to page 47.) BThe “MEMORY LOAD” menu will be displayed.
BPress the For Gbutton to select the setting
you want to retrieve, then press the ENTER
button.Retrieving the saved picture
settings (MEM. LOAD)If you have saved the adjusted picture settings using the “MEMORY SAVE”
menu, you can retrieve the saved picture settings.
Press the MEM. LOAD button.Turning off the picture momentarily
(SHUTTER)The “SHUTTER” function can be used to momentarily turn off the picture
when the projector is not being used for short periods of time. The projector
uses less power in “SHUTTER” mode than it does in normal projection
mode.
BThe picture will be turned off.
BTo return to normal operating mode, press any
button on either the projector or remote control
unit except the LIGHT button and the buttons to
operate the selected device on the remote
control unit. (Refer to page 17 for details.)
Press the SHUTTER button.
Displaying the “PICTURE” menu
(MAIN)
Press the MAIN button.
BThe individual adjustment screen will be
displayed as shown above. Press the For G
button to switch the item.
BPress the Ior Hbutton to adjust the value or
change the setting.
BYou can adjust “PICTURE“ menu items using
selective settings or the bar scale only.
BThe screen display will be cleared when the
MENU button or the RETURN button is pressed,
or when no operation is carried out for 3 seconds.
BRefer to page 44 for details on the “PICTURE”
menu.
Displaying the “ADVANCED MENU”
(ADVANCED)
Press the ADVANCED button.
BThe individual adjustment screen will be
displayed as shown above. Press the For G
button to switch the item.
BPress the Ior Hbutton to adjust the value.
BYou can adjust “ADVANCED MENU” items with
the bar scale only.
BThe screen display will be cleared when the
MENU button or the RETURN button is pressed,
or when no operation is carried out for 3 seconds.
BRefer to page 46 for details on the “ADVANCED
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CURSORYou can select a color in the projected image, and adjust the color settings.
Press the ENTER button to display the cursor (
B).
#Select the color you want to adjust with the cursor.
BPress the F, G, Iand Hbuttons to move the cursor, and then press
the ENTER button.
BThe selected color (
C) and the “CURSOR” menu (
A) will be displayed.
$Adjust the items in the “CURSOR” menu.
BThe color adjusted in the “CURSOR” menu (
D) will be displayed. 
COLORAdjusts the deepness of the color.
TINTAdjusts the hue of the color.
BRIGHTAdjusts the brightness of the color.
%Press the ENTER button to apply the adjusted color.
BThe letters PROCESSING and the progress status bar will be displayed
while the adjusted color is applied.
BThe adjusted color settings will be saved in the “LOG” menu.
If you would like to continue to adjust another color after adjusting a color,
press the MENU button or the RETURN button on the remote control unit,
and then repeat the steps from step #.
NOTE:
BRefer to page 65 for the general arrangement of the “COLOR
MANAGEMENT” menu.
BYou can enter the “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu from the
“ADVANCED MENU” in the “PICTURE” menu (page 46).
BWhen the “PICTURE MODE” menu is selected, the settings will switch
automatically to the last “PROFILE” settings that were used for the
selected picture mode. 
BWhen retrieving a profile, “CURSOR” and “PROFILE SAVE” will not be
displayed if the picture mode being selected does not match the picture
mode which had been selected when that profile was saved. (You can
only check the color setting in the “LOG” menu.)
B“LOG” and “PROFILE SAVE” are displayed only when the colors have
been adjusted in “CURSOR” menu.Using the Cinema Color
Management function(C.C.M)You can adjust, save, and retrieve the settings for the selected colors of the
projected image based on the selected picture mode to suit your preference.
Press the C.C.M button. Press the For Gbutton to select an item, press
the Ior Hbutton to change the settings, and
press the ENTER button for confirmation.
BThe “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu will be
displayed.
PROFILE BRetrieves the saved profile (color settings which have been adjusted).NORMALWhen projecting images according to the setting of “PICTURE
MODE” (page 33). This setting is the factory default setting.
USER1/2/3These items are displayed only when “PROFILE SAVE” has
been carried out. Refer to page 39 for details.
A
B
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C˛
D
Screen
&Press the MENU button or the RETURN button on the remote control
unit twice, and then save the adjusted color settings.
BSelect the “PROFILE SAVE” menu from the “COLOR MANAGEMENT”
menu. The adjusted color settings will not be saved until you carry out
“PROFILE SAVE”.
NOTE:
BThe projected image will be paused when the cursor is displayed.
Press the MENU button or the RETURN button on the remote control
unit to cancel the still image. (If the “CURSOR” menu is displayed,
press the MENU button or the RETURN button twice.)
BWhen there are same or similar colors in the projected image, these
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NOTE:
BAfter saving the adjusted settings, the “PROFILE” setting will
automatically change to the setting saved in the “PROFILE SAVE”
menu. If you continue to adjust colors to make other profiles, change
the “PROFILE” setting to “NORMAL” manually.
BWhen the “COLOR MANAGEMENT” menu is closed, or if the “PROFILE”
settings are changed before the adjusted color settings have been saved,
the “PROFILE SAVE” confirmation screen will be displayed. However, if
you change the input signals, the adjusted color settings will not be saved.
LOG
You can adjust the color settings again,
or delete the settings.
Press the ENTER button to display the
“LOG” menu.CHANGE
The “CURSOR” menu (page 37 A) will
be displayed. You can adjust the color
settings again.
DELETEThe selected color setting will be deleted. The confirmation screen will be
displayed when the ENTER button is
pressed. Select “OK” to delete the
settings. Press the For Gbutton to select the
setting you want to adjust, and then
press the ENTER button to display the
selection screen.
To delete all the settings, select “ALL
DELETE”, and then press the ENTER
button. The confirmation screen will then
be displayed. Select “OK” and then
press the ENTER button. All the settings
in the “LOG” menu will be deleted, and
the “PROFILE” setting will return to
“NORMAL”.
Selected
colorAdjusted
color
PROFILE SAVE
You can save the adjusted color
settings.
Press the ENTER button to display the
“PROFILE SAVE” menu.
Press the For Gbutton to select the
number (“USER1/2/3”) in which you
want to save the setting, and then press
the ENTER button. The confirmation
screen will then be displayed. Select
“OK” to save the setings. 
BThe colors white, gray and black cannot be adjusted.
BIf the same colors are adjusted separately, these colors may not be
adjusted to suit your preference.
BYou can adjust a maximum of 8 colors (“POINT1-8”) for each user
(“USER1/2/3”). The cursor will not be displayed when 8 colors have
already been adjusted.