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Panasonic PT-AE8000U Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Functional Manual

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PT-AE8000U
Model No.
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions (Basic Guide / Functional Manual) carefully and
save this manual for future use.
■ Before using your projector, be sure to read "Read this first!" (
pages 6 to 13).
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    LCD Projector PT-AE8000U Model No. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ Before operating this product, please read the instructions (Basic Guide / Functional Manual) carefully and save this manual for future use. ■ Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” ( pages 6 to 13).
  • Page 2 • In these instructions, references to pages are indicated as: (  page 00). Term • In these instructions, the “Wireless remote control unit” accessory is referred to as the “Remote control”. 2 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 3: Adjustment Function

    3D image signals, and the new gamma 5. Select the input signal adjustment function for enabling page 31) finer gamma adjustment.  6. Adjust the image page 31)  ENGLISH - 3 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SIGNAL MODE .............59 Switching off the power ..........30 [POSITION] menu ..........60 Projecting an image ......... 31 [H-POSITION] ...............60 Selecting the input signal ..........31 [V-POSITION] ...............60 Adjusting the image ............31 [DOT CLOCK] ...............60 4 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 5 Dimensions ..............108 [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] ..........77 Index ..............109 [BACK COLOR] ............77 [STARTUP LOGO] ............78 [AUTO SEARCH] ............78 [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL] ..........78 [FRAME RESPONSE] ..........78 [PROJECTION METHOD] ...........78 [TRIGGER 1/2 SETTING] ..........79 [SLEEP] .................80 ENGLISH - 5 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 6: Read This First

    If you use serial port to connect PC for external control of projector, you must use commercial RS-232C serial interface cable. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the user’s authority to operate. 6 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 7 To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer and/or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device. NOTIFICATION (Canada) This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 8 Failure to observe this will result in electric shocks. Do not overload the wall outlet. If the power supply is overloaded (ex., by using too many adapters), overheating may occur and fire will result. 8 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • 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. Defects in the ceiling mount bracket will result in falling accidents. z Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down.
  • Page 10 Remove the depleted batteries from the remote control promptly. z Leaving them in the unit may result in fluid leakage, overheating, or explosion of the batteries. 10 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 11 If you believe that you have absorbed the gas or that the gas has got into your eyes or mouth, seek medical advice immediately. z Ask your dealer about replacing the lamp unit and check the inside of the projector. ENGLISH - 11 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 12 This may occur due to pressure through use over a long period and may lead to poor health. Charge rechargeable 3D Eyewear by connecting it to the USB port of a Panasonic TV that supports 3D video or a Panasonic-certified charger using the charging cable included with the 3D Eyewear.
  • Page 13 Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada com bastante água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico. „ Remoção das baterias 1. Pressione a guia e levante a tampa. 2. Remova as baterias. ENGLISH - 13 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 14: Precautions For Use

    ■ Be sure to consult a specialized technician or your dealer when installing the product on a ceiling. An optional ceiling mount bracket is required. Model No.: ET-PKA110H (for high ceilings), ET-PKA110S (for low ceilings) 14 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 15: Installation Precautions

    Use the front adjustable feet for floor installation only and for angle adjustment in such cases. If you use the adjustable feet for any other purpose, the set may be damaged. Adjustable feet ENGLISH - 15 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 16: Cautions On Use

    To dispose of the product, inquire your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal. The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of used lamp units, contact your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal. 16 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 17: Accessories

    TY-EW3D3MU *1*2 *1: If you do not have a Panasonic 3D TV, use a charger that has a USB2.0 port for charging your Eyewear. The recommended charger is Apple USB Power Adapter for iPhone. *2: The code at the end of the model number of 3D Eyewear may differ depending on the country of purchase.

  • Page 18: About Your Projector

    The remote control may not be usable if the receiver is exposed to fluorescent or other strong lights. As far as is possible, keep the remote control away from light sources. z When viewing 3D images the remote control may not respond well in some cases. ( page 70)  18 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 19: Projector Body

    With the <MAIN POWER> switch of the projector turned Use for menu screen <ON>, switch between the operation standby mode and projection mode. Adjust the focus Adjust the size of the image ENGLISH - 19 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 20: Connecting Terminals

    SERIAL 3D IR Transmitter (optional Terminal for controlling the accessory) and controlling 3D projector using a computer. Eyewear. COMPONENT IN Connect a color component signal cable. (YC 20 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 21: Setting Up

    Refer to the installation manual for the ceiling mount bracket when you install the bracket and the projector. Attention To ensure projector performance and security, installation of the ceiling mount bracket must be carried by your dealer or a qualified technician. ENGLISH - 21 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 22: Projection Related

    -1.50 to 3.49 m 6.35 m (250") 7.93 m (26' 0") 15.91 m (52' 2") -1.87 to 4.36 m 7.62 m (300") 9.53 m (31' 3") 19.10 m (62' 8") -2.25 to 5.23 m 22 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 23: Front Adjustable Feet And Throwing Angle

    Hot air is expelled from the air exhaust port. Do not touch the air exhaust port ( page 19) directly when you adjust the front leg adjustable feet. Note z Tighten the front adjustable feet until you hear them click into place. ENGLISH - 23 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 24: Lens Shift And Positioning

    Do not force the lens shift lever. If excessive force is placed on the lever, it may break. 4) Rotate the lens shift lever clockwise to fix. 5) Attach the lens shift cover. 24 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 25 If the projected image cannot be fit into the screen using the lens shift function alone, adjust the projection angle using the adjustable feet (  page 23), and then correct the keystone distortion using the [KEYSTONE] in the [POSITION] menu.  page 63) ENGLISH - 25 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 26: Connections

    When connecting to a computer or other equipment, use the power cord included with each device and a sealed, commercially available cable. Connecting example: COMPONENT IN/S-VIDEO IN/VIDEO IN To COMPONENT To VIDEO To S-VIDEO video output output output DVD player Video player DVD player 26 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 27: Connecting Example: Hdmi In/Computer In

    When an ET-TRM110 external 3D IR Transmitter (optional accessory) is connected to view a 3D movie, it is necessary to  configure [3D SHUTTER OUT] of the relevant [TRIGGER 1/2 SETTING] on the device it is connected to. ( page 79) ENGLISH - 27 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 28: Switching The Projector On/Off

    The projector consumes approx. 0.08 W of electrical power even when the power is off (when the power indicator is illuminated red). z Power consumption when the power indicator flashes red is almost the same as when the lamp is illuminated red. 28 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 29: Switching On The Projector

    When the lamp is turned off and immediately turned back on again, the video may temporarily flicker slightly at the start of projection due to lamp characteristics. This is not a malfunction. ENGLISH - 29 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 30: Switching Off The Power

    The power can also be switched off when the power < / | > indicator illuminates orange. Wait for the power button is held down for 0.5 seconds or more. indicator to turn red or start flashing red. 30 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 31: Projecting An Image

    ( page 32) Remove the lens shift cover. z Panasonic recommends that focus adjustment be made z For details, see “Opening the lens shift cover”. after 30 minutes or more have elapsed since picture ...

  • Page 32: Remote Control Operation

    The items for [SHARPNESS] that can be adjusted differ Note depending on the [ADJUSTMENT MODE]. z For details regarding the adjustment method, see [ZOOM/ [SIMPLE]: [SHARPNESS]  FOCUS] in the [LENS CONTROL] menu. ( page 73) [ADVANCED]: [H-SHARPNESS] [V-SHARPNESS] 32 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 33: Loading A Saved Setting

    37)  <WAVEFORM MONITOR> button is pressed again. Note z Setting can also be performed using the on-screen menu. For details, see [WAVEFORM MONITOR] in [PICTURE] menu. (  page 41) ENGLISH - 33 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 34: Submenu

    Press the button several times or press ▲ ▼ ◄ ► to cycle through the input methods. It may take time for the video to change after switching input. 34 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 35: Viewing 3D Images

     1/2 SETTING] to [3D SHUTTER OUT].( page 79) To enjoy stereoscopic 3D images, Panasonic 3D z When 3D Eyewear is used indoors with fluorescent lights Eyewear (optional accessory) is necessary. 3D on, the light may appear to flicker. In such a case, turn off Eyewear is not included with this projector.

  • Page 36: Communication Range Of A 3D Ir Transmitter And 3D Eyewear

    Rechargeable 3D Eyewear cannot be charged with under the following conditions: this projector. If you do not have a Panasonic 3D TV, - When the distance between the projector and the screen is use a charger that has a USB2.0 port for charging your 6 m (19'8").

  • Page 37: Menu Navigation

    The vertical bar above the bar scale on the individual adjustment screen indicates the default setting. The position of the vertical bar varies depending on the input signal. Default setting Current setting ENGLISH - 37 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 38: Menu List

    [DYNAMIC IRIS] [ON] [OVER SCAN] [WAVEFORM MONITOR] — [KEYSTONE] [SPLIT ADJUST] — [ADVANCED MENU] — Note [PICTURE MEMORY] — z The default settings may be different depending on the picture menu. SIGNAL MODE 38 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 39 [3D SAFETY — PRECAUTIONS] [TEST PATTERN] — [LAMP RUNTIME] — [INITIALIZE ALL] — *1: HDMI IN only Note z Display of submenu items and default settings differs depending on the selected input port. ENGLISH - 39 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 40: [Picture] Menu

    Movie based signals are 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1 080/60i, 1 080/50i, 1 080/60p, 1 080/50p and Note 1 080/24p. z It may take a few seconds for the picture to stabilize after a picture mode change. 40 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 41: [Color Temperature]

    The waveform monitor is displayed. POSITION H-SHARPNESS V-SHARPNESS LANGUAGE Note z For details, see “Displaying the waveform monitor” in 3D SETTINGS  “Remote control operation”. ( page 33) LENS CONTROL ENGLISH - 41 OPTION Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 42: Auto Adjust

    However, even with an adjustment disk, correct adjustment may not be possible if noise is included on the disk itself or the playback device generates noise. 42 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 43 [BRIGHTNESS G] (0 or 7.5 IRE) z Setting range: −16 to +16 Adjust the top line of the waveform to 100 % [CONTRAST G] (100 IRE) z Setting range: −32 to +32 ENGLISH - 43 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 44: [Split Adjust]

    You can now view the projected video with the adjustments applied. MENU : GO TO PICTURE MENU ENTER : ADJUSTMENT COMPLETE RETURN : GO TO AREA SELECT [When [SPLIT ADJUST MODE] is [REVERSE]] 44 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 45: [Advanced Menu]

    ◄► buttons to select any one from [ADVANCED1] through [ADVANCED8]. GAMMA ADJUSTMENT PICTURE ADJUSTMENT MODE ADVANCED1 GAMMA HIGH GAMMA MID POSITION GAMMA LOW LANGUAGE START ADJUSTMENT GAMMA NAME CHANGE INITIALIZE 3D SETTINGS LENS CONTROL OPTION ENGLISH - 45 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 46 REFERENCE POINTS 3D SETTINGS POSITION LENS CONTROL LANGUAGE OPTION 100% 100% POINT INPUT OUTPUT 3D SETTINGS LENS CONTROL OPTION 100% POINT INPUT OUTPUT The information of the currently selected point (A) is displayed. 46 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 47 PICTURE GAMMA PRESET 0.00 POINT INPUT OUTPUT REFERENCE POINTS LANGUAGE POSITION 3D SETTINGS LANGUAGE LENS CONTROL 3D SETTINGS Move left OPTION LENS CONTROL 100% POINT INPUT OUTPUT OPTION 100% POINT INPUT OUTPUT ENGLISH - 47 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 48 You can refresh the reference points by pressing the <FUNCTION> button of the remote control. RESET CHANNEL (RESET ALL: 3 sec) CHANGE OUTPUT ADJ. INPUT ADJ. RETURN OPERATION MODE SET AS NEW REF. 48 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 49 GAMMA PRESET button. REFERENCE POINTS 5. Adjust the output level with the ▲ ▼ buttons using POSITION the reference points as the standard. LANGUAGE 3D SETTINGS LENS CONTROL OPTION 100% POINT INPUT OUTPUT ENGLISH - 49 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 50 Note [GAMMA HIGH] z Initialization is not available in [SIMPLE] mode. [GAMMA MID] z You cannot execute [INITIALIZE] when two screens are [GAMMA LOW] being adjusted. z Setting range: -8 to +8 50 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 51 You can eliminate the noise that occurs when the input z If [FRAME CREATION] is set to active, video may be signal deteriorates. delayed in some cases. In this case, select [OFF]. Weaken Strengthen z Setting range: 0 to +3 ENGLISH - 51 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 52: Color Management

    Align the center of the cross cursor on the point store more adjustments. in the projected image to be adjusted. Press the <RETURN> button or <MENU> button twice. z This returns you to the [COLOR MANAGEMENT] menu. 52 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 53 ●Editing/deleting logs You can edit or delete stored logs. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select [LOG] and press the <ENTER> button. z The [LOG] menu is displayed. ENGLISH - 53 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 54 Note z If [ADJUSTMENT MODE] is set to [RGBCMY], adjusting and registering the [COLOR], [TINT], and [BRIGHTNESS] as [0] for adjustment values that have been previously registered deletes them from the log. 54 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 55 Select [OK] with the ▲▼◄► buttons. Press the <ENTER> button. Note z Press the <ENTER> button without entering any text to keep the default name ([USER1] - [USER6]). ENGLISH - 55 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 56 Press the <ENTER> button without entering any text to ■ [DETAIL CLARITY] keep the default name ([USER1] - [USER6]). You can adjust the detail clarity system levels. Reduce the Strengthen the effect effect z Setting range: 0 to +7 56 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 57 This function is disabled under the following conditions: - When [SPLIT ADJUST] is used for adjustment - For other than HDMI1, HDMI2, and HDMI3 input - When the [HDMI SIGNAL LEVEL] is set to [EXPAND] ENGLISH - 57 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 58: [Picture Memory]

    Select [ALL DELETE] and press the <ENTER> button to erase all input text. If you press the <DEFAULT> button on the remote control, you can erase the character currently selected by the cursor in the input box. 58 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 59: Signal Mode

    The name of the signal being projected is displayed. DELETE THE MEMORY 1 DATA. Note z See “List of compatible signals” for signal details. CANCEL  page 100) Select [OK] with the ◄ ► buttons. Press the <ENTER> button. ENGLISH - 59 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 60: [Position] Menu

    COMPONENT (YC ) signal is input. z [CLOCK PHASE] cannot be adjusted when a 480i or 576i COMPUTER (RGB) signal is input. z When using digital signal input, adjustment is not feasible. 60 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 61: [Aspect]

    [ASPECT] setting cannot be switched. [16:9] [S16:9] [JUST] *1 Only when [2D TO 3D] for [3D SETTINGS] menu is set to [OFF] [4:3] [ZOOM] [576p input] [16:9] [S16:9] [14:9] [ZOOM1] [4:3] [JUST] [ZOOM2] ENGLISH - 61 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 62 (Not available with HDMI signal.) Input signal [JUST] Adjusts horizontally to fit 16:9. When projecting a 4:3 aspect ratio Projection screen video, distortion in the center of the screen is reduced. (Enlarged horizontally) 62 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 63: [Wss]

    If the projector is aligned non-perpendicularly to the screen, or if the projection screen has an angled surface, you can correct the keystone vertically. Image Operation z Setting range: −32 to +32 ENGLISH - 63 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 64: [3D Settings] Menu

    If [AUTO SWITCHING] in the [LENS CONTROL] menu is set to [2.35:1 IMAGE DETECTION], set the size to 1.02 m (40") larger than the actual screen used for projection. 64 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 65 As regards the “Normal 3D video” shown in the table, a 3D video is available when power is supplied to the 3D Eyewear. The 3D effect is not achieved if the power supply is cut off. ENGLISH - 65 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 66: [Left/Right Swap]

    3D WAVEFORM MONITOR OPTION z When adjusting the 3D picture balance, keystone PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY correction is temporarily disabled and menus other than the [3D PICTURE BALANCE] menu cannot be used. 66 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 67 Select [OK] with the ◄ ► buttons. button. Press the <ENTER> button. z [PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY NAME INPUT] screen is displayed. PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY NAME INPUT ALL DELETE SPACE " & ＊ < > CANCEL ENGLISH - 67 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 68 If there are no settings saved in [PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY SAVE] or if all memory entries have been deleted with [PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY DELETE], [PICTURE BALANCE MEMORY LOAD] is not displayed. 68 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 69: [2D To 3D]

    Press the <ENTER> button. z When the menu disappears, the screen may momentarily shake horizontally. Note z Press the <ENTER> button without entering any text to keep the default name ([MEMORY1-3]). ENGLISH - 69 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 70: [3D Eyewear Brightness]

    3D IR Transmitter, first set to [MEDIUM]. If no improvements are seen, set to [WEAK]. z This menu cannot be used to control the external 3D IR transmitter (optional accessory). 70 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 71: [3D Viewing Monitor]

    (white solid line), then make sure to watch from a large enough distance from the screen or stop watching. For explanation about each line, refer to the following explanation for [Mode 1]. ENGLISH - 71 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 72: [3D Motion Remaster]

    3D video that has been converted from 2D to 3D. z When [FRAME CREATION] is [OFF], [3D MOTION REMASTER] cannot be performed. [3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS] A request message regarding 3D viewing is displayed. 72 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 73: [Lens Control] Menu

    DELETE] in the [LENS MEMORY EDIT] menu, the [LENS MEMORY LOAD] menu will not be displayed. PATTERN CHANGE Test pattern 2 FOCUS ZOOM RETURN Press the <RETURN> button or <MENU> button. z This returns you to the [LENS CONTROL] menu. ENGLISH - 73 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 74: [Lens Memory Save]

    Select [OK] with the ◄ ► buttons. can erase the character currently selected by the Press the <ENTER> button. cursor in the input box. 6) Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to select [OK]. 7) Press the <ENTER> button. 74 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 75: [Auto Switching]

    In this case, adjust the  screen position using the [POSITION] menu. ( page 60) z During the display of 3D images, you cannot use [AUTO SWITCHING]. ENGLISH - 75 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 76: [H-Area Position]

    You can place a blank (mask) area in the left side edge on the screen. [ON] Show the execution message Less More [OFF] Hide the execution message z Setting range: 0 to 70 76 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 77: [Option] Menu

    [OFF] Turn off the guidance Display the name of input [SIMPLE] Switch settings Switch settings terminal only Display the whole projection [BLUE] screen blue Display the whole projection [BLACK] screen black ENGLISH - 77 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 78: [Startup Logo]

    [OPTION] menu [STARTUP LOGO] [FRAME RESPONSE] You can switch the Panasonic logo that is displayed Switch this setting when a progressive signal is when starting up the projector on/off. input and you wish to reduce the time taken from the signal being input to the video being displayed on the screen.

  • Page 79: [Trigger 1/2 Setting]

    4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio depending on the input signal, POWER ON/OFF BLANK so if this aspect ratio matches the settings made in [TRIGGER 1 SETTINGS] or [TRIGGER 2 SETTINGS] 12 V is output. ENGLISH - 79 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 80: [Sleep]

    When using at high altitudes (between 1 400 m (4 593 ft) and [ON] 2 700 m (8 858 ft) above sea level) Note z The fan rotation and operating noise increases if set to [ON]. 80 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 81: [Lamp Power]

    Select [OK] with the ◄ ► buttons. Press the <ENTER> button. Note z See “Using the <FUNCTION> button” in “Remote control operation” regarding allocating operations to the  <FUNCTION> button. ( page 34) ENGLISH - 81 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 82 (currently recording etc.) [YES (NO Devices for which the input is not PROMPT)] selected are set to standby mode Note z This function may not work properly depending on the external device. 82 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 83: [Other Functions]

    90) about the lifespan. [HOME THEATER Adjusts the theater volume VOLUME] [HOME THEATER Mutes the theater MUTE] [OPERATE Operates third-party device OTHER DEVICE]  z For details, see “Using VIERA Link”. ( page 96) ENGLISH - 83 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 84: [Initialize All]

    Wait until the power indicator of the projector <ON (G) / STANDBY (R)> lights up red or flashes (the fan stops). Turn OFF the power supply by pressing the <OFF> side of the <MAIN POWER> switch. 84 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 85: Temp And Lamp Indicators

      page 106) page 80) Note z If the <TEMP> indicator is illuminated or flashes despite taking the actions above, please contact your dealer to have your projector repaired. ENGLISH - 85 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 86  page 30) your dealer. Note z If the <LAMP> indicator is illuminated or flashes despite taking the actions above, please contact an Authorized Service Center to have your projector repaired. 86 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 87: Care And Replacement

    The lens is made of glass. It may break or crack if struck with a hard object or rubbed harshly. Please be careful unit. when handling the lamp. z Do not wash the air filter unit. ENGLISH - 87 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 88 Failure to do so will result in malfunctions due to foreign materials, such as dust, entering the projector. z Do not use water to wash the air filter unit as this decreases its ability to absorb dust. 88 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 89: Component Replacement

    The lamp contains mercury. Contact the local government office or distributor for the correct disposal of the old lamp unit. Note z Be sure to use the lamp unit specified. ENGLISH - 89 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 90: When To Replace The Lamp Unit

    The usage period of 4 000 hours is a rough estimate and is not guaranteed. When the lamps are turned on and off frequently, the lamp replacement cycle is shortened. The usage environment affects the lamp replacement cycle. 90 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 91: Lamp Unit Replacement Procedure

    2) to the connecting terminal. Attention z Be careful not to open the top panel too far. For what to do if the top panel comes off, see ”Attaching the top  cover” ( page 93). ENGLISH - 91 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 92 <ON> side of the <MAIN POWER> switch to turn on the power. 19) Press the power < /|> button on the projector or on the remote control to start video projection. 92 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 93 (towards the inner side of the projector), push it into the groove. Support Hinge Groove ENGLISH - 93 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Eyewear, charge the battery of the 3D Eyewear. If you are using a disposable while viewing a 3D battery for 3D Eyewear, replace the battery. video. * If the projector still does not work correctly after checking the points above, contact your dealer. 94 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 95: Ceiling Mount Bracket Safeguards

    Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Ceiling mount bracket safeguards z When mounting the projector on the ceiling, use the Panasonic specified ceiling mount bracket (model no.: ET-PKA110H (for high ceilings) and ET-PKA110S (for low ceilings)). z Installation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be carried by a qualified technician.

  • Page 96: Using Viera Link

    When connecting the projector and a “VIERA Link” compatible device, connect to the HDMI 1/2/3 input terminal. z With regards to Panasonic products other than this projector, check the manual for the device to be connected regarding description for “VIERA Link”.

  • Page 97: Viera Link "Hdavi Control

    As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. z Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting Link function. z About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer. ENGLISH - 97 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 98 [OTHER] indicates tuner (such as the set top box) VIERA LINK VIERA LINK CONTROL RECORDER HOME THEATER VOLUME ENTER HOME THEATER MUTE SELECT OPERATE OTHER DEVICE RETURN The menu of the accessed device appears. (The input mode switches automatically.) 98 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 99 The image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds after the input mode is switched. z HDAVI Control 5 is the latest Panasonic standard (current as of September, 2012) for HDAVI Control compatible devices.

  • Page 100: Technical Information

    *2 : VESA CVT-RB (Reduced Blanking) compatible. Note z The number of display dots for the PT-AE8000U display is 1 920 x 1 080. A signal with a different resolution will be projected after converting the resolution to match the projector display.

  • Page 101: Supported 3D Video Signal List

    1 125 (1 080)/50p — — *: Indicates a 3D mandatory format signal that meets the HDMI standards. r: 3D display is possible when [3D INPUT FORMAT] is set to [SIDE BY SIDE]. ENGLISH - 101 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 102: Serial Terminal

    When a command which does not require parameters to be sent, a colon (:) is not required. Note z If an incorrect command is sent, the ER401 command will be sent from the projector to the personal computer. 102 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 103: Control Commands

    Displays the SUB MENU of the connected equipment, when [VIERA LINK SETTING] - [VIERA LINK] is [ON], and the "VIERA Link" compatible device and CEC-compatible equipment of other SUB MENU manufacturers is connected. For details on the CEC-compatible equipment of other manufacturers, see page 97. ENGLISH - 103 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 104 TROI1 = +00001 = HIGH  Switches the [3D INPUT FORMAT].( page 64) 3D INPUT FORMAT DIFI1=+00000 = AUTO DIFI1=+00001 = NATIVE DIFI1=+00003 = SIDE BY SIDE DIFI1=+00004 = TOP AND BOTTOM 104 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 105 = POINT (01 - 15) d1d2d3 = INPUT (001 - 099) 3D INPUT FORMAT DIFI1=+00000 = AUTO DIFI1=+00001 = NATIVE QVX:DIFI1 status DIFI1=+00003 = SIDE BY SIDE DIFI1=+00004 = TOP AND BOTTOM ENGLISH - 105 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 106: Specifications

    *1. Measurement, measuring conditions and method of notation all comply with ISO21118 international standards. *2. For details of video signals that can be projected with this projector, see the “List of compatible signals” page 100).  106 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 107 138 mm (5 7/16") Dimensions 28.3 mm (1 1/8") (not including Height surface projection parts) *1. HD/SYNC, and VD terminals do not accept tri-level sync signals. *2. Average value. Weight varies for each product. ENGLISH - 107 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 108: Dimensions

    Specifications Dimensions Unit: mm (5 1/2") (18 1/2") 108 - ENGLISH Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...

  • Page 109: Index

    FUNCTION BUTTON ......81 Projector body .......... 19 GAMMA ADJUSTMENT ......45 Read this first! ..........6 Remote control ........18, 32 Resetting to the default settings ....33 H-AREA POSITION ......... 76 ENGLISH - 109 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Panasonic Manuals...
  • Page 110 If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2012 Panasonic System Communications Company of North America One Panasonic Way 2F-13, Secaucus, NJ 07094 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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