Panasonic Projector PT-RW620 User Manual

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Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK
Twisted-pair-cable transmitters based on the communication standard HDBaseTTM such as the optional DIGITAL 
LINK output supported device (Model No.: ET
-

YFB100G, ET
-

YFB200G) use twisted pair cables to transmit input 
images, Ethernet, and serial control signals, and the projector can input those digital signals to the  terminal.
Blu-ray disc player HDMI cable
(commercially available)
Control computer*1
Projector connecting terminalsExample of twisted-pair-cable transmitter
Computer
Computer cable
(commercially available)
VCR
Hub
(with built-in TBC)
*1 Control target is the projector or the twisted-pair-cable transmitter . The control itself may not be possible depending on the twisted-pair-cab\
le 
transmitter. Check the operating instructions of the device to be connected.
Attention
 f Always use one of the following when connecting a VCR. gUse a VCR with built-in time base corrector (TBC). gUse a time base corrector (TBC) between the projector and the VCR. fThe image may be disrupted when nonstandard burst signal is connected. In such a case, connect the time base corrector (TBC) between 
the projector and the external devices.
 fAsk a qualified technician or your dealer to install the cable wiring between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector . Image may 
be disrupted if cable transmission characteristics cannot be obtained due to inadequate installation.
 f For the LAN cable between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector , use a cable that meets the following criteria: gConforming to CA

T5e or higher standards
 gShielded type (including connectors) gStraight-through gSingle wire fWhen laying cables between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector , confirm that cable characteristics are compatible with 
CA

T5e or higher using tools such as a cable tester or cable analyzer.
When a relay connector is used, include it in the measurement.
 f Do not use a hub between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the proj\
ector

.
 fWhen connecting to the projector using a twisted-pair-cable transmitter (receiver) of other manufacturers, do not place another twisted-pair-
cable transmitter between the twisted-pair-cable 

transmitter of other manufacturers and the projector. This may cause image to be disrupted.
 fDo not pull cables forcefully

. Also, do not bend or fold cables unnecessarily.
 fT

o reduce the effects of noise as much as possible, stretch out the cables between the t\
wisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector 
without any loops.
 f Lay the cables between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projec\
tor away from other cables, particularly power cables. fWhen laying multiple cables, run them side by side along the shortest di\
stance possible without bundling them together

.
 fAfter laying the cables, go to the [NETWORK] menu 

→ [DIGITAL LINK STATUS] and confirm that the value of [SIGNAL QUALITY] is 
displayed in green which indicates normal quality. (x
  page   149)
Note
 fFor the HDMI cable, use an HDMI High Speed cable that conforms to the HDMI standards. If a cable that does not conform to the HDMI 
standards is used, images may be interrupted or may not be projected.
 fThe projector does not support VIERA

 Link (HDMI).
 fThe maximum transmission distance between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector is 100

  m (328'1"). It is possible to transmit 
up to 150
  m (492'2") if the twisted-pair-cable transmitter supports the long-reach communication method. If this distance is exceeded, image 
may be disrupted or a malfunction may occur in LAN communication. Please note that Panasonic does not support the use of the projector 
outside the maximum transmission distance. When connecting with the long reach, video signal or distance that can be transmitted may be 
restricted, depending on the specification of the twisted-pair-cable transmitter .  
						

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 fFor twisted-pair-cable transmitters of other manufacturers of which the operation has been verified with the projector , visit the Panasonic 
website (http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/). Note that the verification for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set 
by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been verified. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of 
other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Connecting example when using the contrast synchronization function/shut\
ter 
synchronization function
In a case to construct a multi-display by linking projected images from \
multiple projectors, following functions can 
be used by synchronizing multiple projectors using the  terminal and the 
 terminal.
 f Contrast synchronization function
A

 linked screen with balanced contrast can be displayed by sharing the br\
ightness level of the video signal 
being input to each projector.
To use this function, set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] for each 
synchronized projector as follows.
 g Set [MUL

TI PROJECTOR SYNC] → [MODE] to anything other than [OFF].
Set [MODE] to [MASTER] only on one projector that is synchronized. Set [MODE] to [SLA VE] for all other 
projectors.
 g Set [MUL

TI PROJECTOR SYNC] → [CONTRAST SYNC] to [ON].
 fShutter synchronization function
This is a function to synchronize the shutter operation of the specified projector to other projectors, and the 
ef

fect using the shutter function including the fade out/fade in operation can be synchronized.
To use this function, set the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] for each 
synchronized projector as follows.
 g Set [MUL

TI PROJECTOR SYNC] → [MODE] to anything other than [OFF].
Set [MODE] to [MASTER] only on one projector that becomes the synchronization source within the linked 
projectors. Set [MODE] to [SLAVE] for all other projectors.
 g Set [MUL

TI PROJECTOR SYNC] → [SHUTTER SYNC] to [ON].  
						

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 rConnecting example
Connect all the projectors to be linked in a loop by daisy chain connect\
ion when using the contrast 
synchronization function/shutter synchronization function. The number of linked projectors is limited to the 
maximum of 64 projectors.
Connecting terminals of the first projector
Connecting terminals of the fourth projector Connecting terminals of the second projector
Connecting terminals of the third projector
Communication cable (straight all connected) Communication cable (straight all connected)
Communication cable (straight all connected) Communication cable (straight all connected)
Note
 f
The contrast synchronization function and the shutter synchronization fu\
nction can be used simultaneously . fFor details on the settings of the contrast synchronization function and the shutter synchronization function, refer to the [PROJECT OR 
SETUP] menu 
→ [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] (x   page   132).
 fThe menu items in the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC] are the same as the following setting items.
 gThe [PICTURE] menu 

→ [DYNAMIC CONTRAST]  → [USER] → [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC]
 gThe [DISPLA

Y OPTION] menu  → [SHUTTER SETTING]  → [MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC]
 fIf there are any projectors which you do not want to synchronize within the linked projectors, set [CONTRAST  SYNC] and [SHUTTER 
SYNC] to [OFF] individually

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

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Switching on/off the projector
Connecting the power cord
Make sure that the supplied power cord is securely fixed to the projector body to prevent it from being 
removed easily.
Confirm that the  switch is on the  side before connecting the power cord.
Use the power cord matching with the power supply voltage and the shape \
of the outlet.
For details of power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” (x page 5).
How to attach the power cord
1) Check the shapes of the  terminal on the side of the projector and the power cord connector , 
and insert the connector completely in the correct direction (until you\
 hear the side tabs click in 
place).
How to remove the power cord
1) Confirm that the  switch on the side of the projector is on the  side, and 
remove the power plug from the outlet.
2)
 
Remove the power cord connector from the  terminal of the project\
or while pressing the side 
tabs.
Power indicator
Indicate the status of the power. Check the status of the power indicator  before operating 
the projector.
Power indicator 
Indicator status Projector status
Off The main power is switched off.   
						

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Indicator statusProjector status
Red Lit
The power is switched off. (standby mode)
Projection will start when the power on <
b> button is pressed.
 fThe setting of the projector is as follows.
 gThe [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [QUICK STARTUP] is set to [OFF].
 fThe projector may not operate when the light source indicators / 
or the temperature indicator  are blinking. ( x

  page   175)
Blinking The power is switched off. (standby mode)
Projection will start when the power on <
b> button is pressed.
 fThe setting of the projector is as follows.
 gThe [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [QUICK STARTUP] is set to [ON].
 fThe indicator will change to a red light when the specified time has elapsed after the 
projector enters the standby mode if the projector is set as following.
The specified time is the time set in the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [QUICK 
STARTUP] → [VALID PERIOD].
 g The [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [QUICK STARTUP] is set to [ON].
 fThe projector may not operate when the light source indicators / 
or the temperature indicator  are blinking. ( x

  page   175)
Green Lit Projecting.
Orange LitThe projector is preparing to switch off the projector.
The power is switched off after a while. (Changes to the standby mode.)
Note
 f
While the power indicator  lights in orange, the fan is running to cool the projector.
 fFor approximately five seconds after the projector is turned of

f, the indicator does not light up even if the power is turned on.  Turn on the 
power again after the power indicator  lights/blinks in red.
 f The projector consumes power even in standby mode (power indicator  lights/blinks in red). Refer to “Power 
consumption” ( x
  page   202) for the power consumption.
 fWhen the projector receives the signal from the remote control, the power indicator  will blink in the following color 
according to the status of the projector.
 g When the projector is in projection mode: Green gWhen the projector is in standby mode: Orange
However

, if the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO], the indicator will stay lit in red and will not blink if the 
projector is in standby mode.
 f The power indicator  will blink slowly in green while the shutter function is in use (shutter: closed), or while the 
function of the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [NO SIGNAL LIGHTS-OUT] is operating and the light source is turned off.
Switching on the projector
When using the optional projection lens, attach the projection lens befo\
re switching on the projector.
Remove the lens cover first.
2) 4)
4)
3)
1)
1) Connect the power cord to the projector .
2)  
Connect the power plug to an outlet.
3)

 
Press the  side of the  switch to turn on the power
 .
 fThe power indicator  lights/blinks in red, and the projector enters the standby 
mode.
4)
 
Press the power on < b

> button.
 fThe power indicator  lights in green and the image is soon projected on the screen.   
						

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Note
 fA warm-up period of up to approximately five minutes may be necessary until an image is displayed when the projector is switched on at 
around 0   °C (32   °F).
The temperature indicator  lights in red during the warm-up period. When the warm-up is completed, the temperature indicator 
 turns off and the projection starts. Refer to “When an indicator lights up” ( x
  page   175) for the indicator status display.
 fIf the operating environment temperature is low and warm-up takes more than five minutes, the projector will judge that a problem has 
occurred and the power will automatically be set to standby mode. In suc\
h case, increase the operating environment temperature to 0

  °C 
(32
  °F) or higher, turn off the main power, and then turn on the power again.
 fIt will take longer to start the projection when the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [STANDBY MODE] is set to [ECO] compared to the time 
when it is set to [NORMAL].
 f Projection will start in approximately one second when the [PROJECT OR SETUP] menu 

→ [QUICK STARTUP] is set to [ON] and if the 
power is turned on within a specified time after going into the standby mode.
The specified time is the time set in the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [QUICK STARTUP] → [VALID PERIOD].
 f When the power is turned on or an input signal is switched, you may hear a high-frequency driving sound.  This is not a malfunction. fIf the power was turned of

f at the previous use by pressing the  side of the  switch or by using the breaker directly 
while projecting, the power indicator  lights up in green and an image is projected after a while when the power 
is turned on by pressing the  side of the  switch or by turning the breaker on with the power plug connected to the 
outlet. This applies only when the [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu → [INITIAL STARTUP] is set to [LAST MEMORY].
When the initial setting screen is displayed
When the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase, as well as when the  [PROJECT OR SETUP] 
menu → [INITIALIZE]  → [ALL USER DATA] is executed, the focus adjustment screen is displayed after projection 
starts, and then the [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed.
In other occasions, you can change the settings by menu operations.
If you press the  button while the  [INITIAL SETTING] screen is displayed, you can go back to the 
previous screen.
Focus adjustment
Adjust the focus to display the menu screen clearly.
Adjustment of the zoom and shift may also be necessary.
Refer to “Adjusting the focus, zoom, and shift” (x
  page   67) for details.
1)
 
Press 
 asqw to adjust the focus.
LENS
FOCUS
ADJUST
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.
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 [DISPLA Y LANGUAGE] menu.
1)
 
Press 
 as to select the display language.
ENTER
1/7
Please select DISPLAY LANGUAGE.
INITIAL SETTING
SELECT
SET
2) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.   
						

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Initial setting (operation setting)
Set the items regarding the operating method depending on the duration of use and the usage of the projector.
After completed the initial setting, you can change the settings of each item from the [PROJECT OR SETUP] 
menu. If you change the settings while using the projector, the duration until the luminance of light source 
decreases by half may shorten or the luminance may decrease.
This initial setting (operation setting) is prepared to complete the settings at once during the installation when 
the operation of the projector is predetermined. When the [PROJECT OR SETUP] menu → [INITIALIZE] → 
[ALL USER DATA] is executed, do not change the setting in the initial setting (operation setting), but press the 
 button and proceed to next initial setting (installation setting). Request to the person responsible for this 
projector (such as a person in charge of equipment or operation) when it is necessary to change the setting.
2/7
100.0% 100.0%
INITIAL SETTING
SET CHANGE
MENU SELECTOPERATING MODE
CONSTANT MODENORMAL
OFF
LINKGROUP A
ENTER
CALIBRATION TIMEOFF
CALIBRATION MESSAGEON
BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP LIGHT OUTPUT MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL
Set the way to use the projector. For details, please 
refer to the operating instructions When the initial 
setting screen is displayed.
Note
 fThe preceding initial setting screen is displayed when the projector is switched on for the first time after purchase. If the [PROJECT OR 
SETUP] menu  → [INITIALIZE] → [ALL USER DATA] is executed, the settings before execution are displayed in [OPERATING MODE] and 
[MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL].
 f For the relationship between the luminance and the runtime, refer to “Interrelation of luminance and runtime” ( x

  page   60).
 fFor details on each setting item, refer to the [PROJECT

OR SETUP] menu → [OPERATION SETTING].
1) Press as to select [OPERATING MODE].
2)  
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
 fSet [OPERA

TING MODE] to anything other than [ECO], [LONG LIFE1], [LONG LIFE2], and [LONG LIFE3] 
when using the projector at an altitude of 2
  700   m (8   858') or higher above sea level.
[NORMAL]*1Set this item when high luminance is required. The estimated runtime is approximately 20 000 hours.
[ECO]
*1The luminance will decrease compared to [NORMAL], but set this item to increase the expected life of 
the light source. The estimated runtime is approximately 24   000 hours.
[LONG LIFE1]
*1The luminance will decrease compared to [ECO], but set this item to increase the expected life of the 
light source. The estimated runtime is approximately 43   000 hours.
[LONG LIFE2]
*1The luminance will decrease compared to [LONG LIFE1], but set this item to increase the expected 
life of the light source. The estimated runtime is approximately 61   000 hours.
[LONG LIFE3]
*1The luminance will decrease compared to [LONG LIFE2], but set this item to increase the expected 
life of the light source. The estimated runtime is approximately 87   000 hours.
[USER1] [MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL] and [LIGHT OUTPUT] can be set individually.
[USER2]
[USER3]
*1 The runtime is an estimation when the [PICTURE] menu  →  [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] is set to [3].
 fProceed to  5) when [NORMAL], [ECO], [LONG LIFE1], [LONG LIFE2], or [LONG LIFE3] is selected.
3)
 
Press 
 as to select [MAX LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL].
4)
 
Press 
 qw to adjust.
Operation AdjustmentRange of adjustment
Press w. Increases the maximum level of brightness correction.
8.0
  % - 100.0   %
Press q. Decreases the maximum level of brightness correction.
5) Press 
as to select [LIGHT OUTPUT].   
						

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6) Press qw to adjust.
Operation Adjustment
Range of adjustment
Brightness Runtime (estimate)
Press w. The screen becomes brighter. The runtime becomes shorter.
8.0
  % - 100.0   %
Press q. The screen becomes darker. The runtime becomes longer.
7) Press 
as to select [CONSTANT MODE].
8)  
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
[OFF] Does not perform the brightness control (correction by the brightness sensor).
[AUTO] Performs the brightness control (correction by the brightness sensor).
When the brightness of light source or white balance changes, the bright\
ness of the screen is 
automatically corrected.
[PC] Synchronizes nine or more projectors using a computer and the dedicated software “Multi Monitoring 
& Control Software”
*1.
*1 “Multi Monitoring & Control Software” is included in the supplied CD-ROM.
 f
Proceed to Step  15) if the brightness control is not to be performed (when [OFF] is selected).
 fProceed to Step 

11 ) when [PC] is selected.
9)
 
Press 
 as to select [LINK].
10)
 
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
[OFF] Performs correction by the brightness sensor on one projector without sy\
nchronizing with the other 
projectors.
The duration that the constant brightness is kept will become longer by setting the value of [LIGHT
 
OUTPUT] smaller.
[GROUP A]
[GROUP B]
[GROUP C]
[GROUP D] Performs correction by the brightness sensor in multiple projectors in s\
ynchronization.
Up to four groups (A to D) can be set within the same subnet by using the network function.
Up to eight projectors can be registered and synchronized in one group.
11) Press 
as to select [CALIBRATION TIME].
12)  
Press the number ( - ) buttons on the remote control to enter th\
e time.
 fThe projector will go into the adjustment mode (the time is blinking).
 fPress 

qw to select “hour” or “minute”.
 f[CALIBRA

TION TIME] is set when the cursor is moved from [CALIBRATION TIME] using as.
 fBrightness and color are measured at the specified time. 

The dynamic contrast function does not operate 
during measurement.
 f Use 

as to select [CALIBRATION TIME] (time is not flashing) and press the  button if the time 
is not to be specified.
13)
 
Press 
 as to select [CALIBRATION MESSAGE].
14)
 
Press 
 qw to switch the item.
 fThe items will switch each time you press the button.
[ON] Displays message during calibration.
[OFF] Does not display the message during calibration.
15) Press the  button to proceed to the initial setting.   
						

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Interrelation of luminance and runtime
The projector can be operated at arbitrary brightness and duration of use by combining the settings of [MAX 
LIGHT OUTPUT LEVEL], [LIGHT OUTPUT], and [CONSTANT MODE] in [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP].
Interrelation of luminance and runtime is as follows. Make the initial setting (operation setting) depending on your 
desired duration of use and brightness of the projected image.
Values of the luminance and runtime are rough estimations.
 r PT- RZ770/PT- RW730
 fTo set the projector based on the duration of use
Duration of use 
(hour) When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [OFF] When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [AUTO] or [PC]
[MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Luminance (lm) [MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Luminance (lm)
20
  000 100.0 100.07
  000100.0 53.03
  700
24
  000 100.0 83.05
  800100.0 49.03
  400
27
  000 100.0 70.04
  900100.0 44.03
  100
31
  000 100.0 53.03
  700100.0 40.02
  800
35
  000 100.0 34.02
  400100.0 37.02
  600
40
  000 ―――100.0 33.02
  300
 fTo set the projector based on luminance
Luminance (lm) When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [OFF] When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [AUTO] or [PC]
[MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Runtime (hour) [MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Runtime (hour)
7
  000 100.0 100.020
  000― ――
6
  500 100.0 93.022
  000100.0 ――
6
  000 100.0 86.023
  500100.0 86.03
  000
5
  500 100.0 79.025
  000100.0 79.06
  000
5
  000 100.0 71.026
  500100.0 71.09
  000
4
  500 100.0 64.028
  000100.0 64.012
  500
4
  000 100.0 57.030
  000100.0 57.017
  000
3
  500 100.0 50.031
  500100.0 50.022
  500
3
  000 100.0 43.033
  000100.0 43.028
  500
2
  500 100.0 36.034
  500100.0 36.036
  000
 rPT- RZ660/PT- RW620
 fTo set the projector based on the duration of use
Duration of use 
(hour) When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [OFF] When [CONSTANT MODE] is set to [AUTO] or [PC]
[MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Luminance (lm) [MAX LIGHT 
OUTPUT LEVEL]  (%) [LIGHT OUTPUT] 
(%) Luminance (lm)
20
  000 100.0 100.06
  000100.0 53.03
  200
24
  000 100.0 83.05
  000100.0 48.02
  900
27
  000 100.0 70.04
  200100.0 45.02
  700
31
  000 100.0 53.03
  200100.0 40.02
  400
35
  000 100.0 33.02
  000100.0 37.02
  200
40
  000 ―――100.0 33.02
  000