Page 2 - Important Safety Instructions; Note to CATV System Installer:; CAUTION
2 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Important Safety Instructions This symbol warns the userthat uninsulated voltage withinthe unit may have sufficientmagnitude to cause electricshock.Therefore, it is dangerous tomake any kind of contact withany inside part of this unit. This sy...
Page 3 - Getting Started
3 Getting Started Important Safety Instructions This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also containslead in some components.Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.For disposal or r...
Page 4 - Trademarks; Dear Panasonic Customer
4 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoymentfrom your new projection television set.To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, andr...
Page 5 - Table of Contents; TO
5 Getting Started Table of Contents Cleaning the Air Filter ................................................................................................................ 58 Clogged Air Filter Detection .............................................................................................. ...
Page 6 - Safety Precaution; Before Using; Viewing position
6 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Receiver Location This unit is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for availableoptions.Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflectio...
Page 7 - Accessories; Precaution on battery use; Remote Control Battery Installation
7 Getting Started Accessories Requires two AA batteries (supplied). 1.Turn the Transmitter face down. Remove top cover by pressingdown on marking and sliding coveroff in the direction indicated. 2.Install the batteries as shown in the battery compartment.(Polarity + or – must match themarkings in th...
Page 8 - Location of Controls; Illuminated Remote Control
8 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Number keys When 6 is pressed, channel 6 is displayed in single screen. (P. 29) Location of Controls Illuminated Remote Control POWER button Press to turn the projection display ON or OFF. (P. 21) MUTE button Press this button to mute the soun...
Page 10 - Controls and Terminals on the projection display
10 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) A A Open Controls and Terminals on the projection display < FRONT > LAMP indicatorThis indicator lights up when thereis a malfunction with the lamp unit.(PP. 21, 60, 68) TEMP indicatorThis indicator lights up whenthere is an abnormaltem...
Page 12 - Connecting the Antenna / Cable to the RF in Terminal (No VCR); Antenna Connection; Installation; Notes on connections
12 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Connecting the Antenna / Cable to the RF in Terminal (No VCR) Antenna Connection For proper reception of VHF / UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception an outdoorantenna is recommended. UHF Antenna VHF Antenna Mixer R...
Page 13 - Cable Connection
13 Getting Started Cable Connection Use this configuration when connecting the projection display to a cable TV system. Notes: • Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or have Premium (scrambled) channels. A cable converter box is required for proper reception. Check with ...
Page 14 - Or
14 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Use this configuration when connecting the projection display to a cable TV system using VCR. Notes: • When the RF coaxial cable is connected to the projection display VHF/UHF terminal via a cable box or VCR, set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4....
Page 15 - How to connect the “1, 2, 3” Input Terminals; Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment
15 Getting Started Installation How to connect the “1, 2, 3” Input Terminals Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals. Notes: • Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals.• Input 3 is located on th...
Page 16 - How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals
16 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals Notes: • Similar connections are available at the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1, 2 Terminals.• Select the desired COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (P. 33)• Component ...
Page 17 - How to connect the AV Out Terminals
17 Getting Started Installation How to connect the AV Out Terminals The “AV Out” Terminals output the same signals as the main picture on the projection display screen and sound fromthe speaker at that time, e.g. TV programs or signals from INPUT 1, 2, 3 terminals. Notes: • Never connect the VIDEO I...
Page 18 - How to connect the PC Input Terminals
18 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) How to connect the PC Input Terminals Signal Names for D-SUB 15P Connector Pin Layout for PC InputTerminal Notes: • Some PC models cannot be connected to the set. A conversion adapter is required to use the RGB cable (D-SUB 15P) to connect a ...
Page 19 - Analog RGB signals that can be input
19 Getting Started Installation Analog RGB signals that can be input The table below lists the different types of analog RGB signals that can be input.If a signal which differs greatly from any of the types listed below is input, the picture image may not be displayedcorrectly, or a black background...
Page 20 - Power ON and OFF; Initial Setup
20 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Press the POWER button to turn theprojection display on.(Refer to page 21 for “Turning the PowerON and OFF”.) 1 G N I D E E C O R P T E S O T U A H C Automatic Channel Setting is performed. Power ON and OFF First, check the connection of the ...
Page 21 - Basic Operation; The Power Indicator; Power ON; Turning the Power ON and OFF
21 Basic Operation Power ON / OFF Always be sure to follow the procedure given below to turn the projection display power ON and OFF.• The lamp cooling fan will continue to operate for approximately 1 minute after the power is turned off. At the same time, the POWER indicator will blink Red. Do not ...
Page 22 - Flow Chart of Main menu
22 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Flow Chart of Main menu 2 P A G E S E L E C T E N D RECALL P U T E S H S I L G N E : E G A U G N A L L E N N A H C K C O L N O I T P A C O E D I V P A G E S E L E C T E N D RECALL T S U J D A P U T E S E R U T C I P O I D U A E Z I S / N O I ...
Page 24 - Tuning channels; Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory.; Automatic channel setting
24 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Tuning channels Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SETUP. Press to selectCHANNEL. Press to displaythe CHANNEL. Press to selectTV or CABLE. Press to sele...
Page 26 - Manual channel setting
26 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Tuning channels Use this setting when changing setting of receiving channels or changing the channeldisplay. 3 Press to selectMANUALSET. Press to displaythe MANUALSET screen. Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SETUP...
Page 27 - To add channel
27 Basic Operation 4 A D D E X I T RECALL T E S L A U N A M 1 0 : L E N N A H C R E T N E L E N N A H C A E S O O H C N W O D / P U H C G N I S U Press to select channel. Repeat steps 4 to continue adding or deleting channels. Press to add channels to memory. Press to select channel. Press to delete...
Page 28 - Projection display operation
28 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Projection display operation Operation can be done from the projectiondisplay. Press toselect thedesiredvolumelevel. Press to selectthe desiredchannel. (or usenumber keys ) Press to turn the projection display on. Press to operate the project...
Page 29 - TV status display; Invalid operation notice feature; Auto shut off
29 Basic Operation Projection display operation 2 1 H C C B A L A M R O N O E R E T S P A S O N O M Aspect types(P. 30) Receivablebroadcast types(P. 35) Channel Channel caption(P. 52) TV status display Using the number keys Example 1: To select channel 125, first press the 1 key, then 2, then 5. Whe...
Page 30 - ASPECT Controls
30 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) ASPECT Controls The color monitor will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinemaformat picture. The aspect mode changes each time the ASPECTbutton is pressed. Notes: • When a 480p signal is being...
Page 32 - Searching for the desired channel (Channel search)
32 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Searching for the desired channel (Channel search) When the SEARCH/REC button is pressed duringsingle screen. When a channel button is pressed duringchannel search. • Number keys: Example: When 6 is pressed, channel 6 is displayed in single s...
Page 33 - Playing peripheral equipment; Turning the power on and switching input modes
33 Basic Operation Playing peripheral equipment VCR DVD player This equipment can also beconnected to the rear terminals.See Connections for details. Turning the power on and switching input modes Turn the projectiondisplay on. 1 2 The input modechanges each timethis button is pressed. * No input mo...
Page 35 - Receivable Broadcast Types; Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing
35 Basic Operation The following are possible broadcast types with their accompanying on-screen displays. The signal beingreceived is indicated with a “ ” mark while the selected audio mode is indicated with an arrow. To change the audio mode for these broadcasts, follow the “Select Audio Mode for T...
Page 36 - Split screen; Splitting the screen
36 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Notes: • Sound from the Left screen is output from the speakers on the projection display set. • When the screen is split, signals of the Left screen are output from the rear monitoroutput terminal. • The left and right screens are processed ...
Page 37 - Swapping left and right screens; Changing the channel of the right screen
37 Basic Operation Swapping left and right screens Example:During SPLIT SCREEN NORMAL. Split screen CH05 CH03 CH03 CH05 Changing the channel of the right screen 1 CH03 CH05 CH03 CH06 Press to swap. Example:During SPLIT SCREEN NORMAL. Note: When outside input is finished, the lowest regis-tered chann...
Page 38 - Display PIP screen
38 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) CH03 PIP CH05 Picture in Picture (PIP) Screen You can view two pictures simultaneously using two tuners and picture in picture (PIP) display function. Display PIP screen Press to split(The previously selected screen appears on the Main.) • Re...
Page 39 - Swapping Main and PIP screens; Selecting the screen size for PIP screen
39 Basic Operation Picture in Picture (PIP) Screen Swapping Main and PIP screens Press to swap. Changing the channel of the PIP screen Move PIP screen You can move the PIP screen to four positions. Press repeatedlyto select PIPposition. CH03 PIP CH05 CH03 PIP CH06 CH03 PIP CH05 CH05 PIP CH03 Press t...
Page 40 - Adjusting screen position and size
40 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Adjusting screen position and size 4 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and selectADJUST. Press to selectPOSITION/SIZE. Press to displayPOSITION/SIZE. Press to adjustPOSITION/SIZE. 2 3 P A G E S E L E C T E N D RECALL P U T E ...
Page 41 - Advanced Operation
41 Advanced Operation Notes: • This projection display is equipped with various screen modes. If a screen mode with a different aspect from the broadcast program is selected, image will appear differently. Select the proper screen mode with this in mind. • Be careful when using this projection displ...
Page 42 - Audio Adjustments
42 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) S E L E C T E X I T RECALL O I D U A L A M R O N : U N E M O I D U A T S U J D A O I D U A N O : R E K A E P S F F O : D N U O R R U S Audio Adjustments 1 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select ADJUST. 2 Press to select...
Page 44 - Picture Adjustments
44 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) See next page S E L E C T E X I T RECALL L A M R O N : U N E M E R U T C I P T S U J D A E R U T C I P L A M R O N : E D O M G N I W E I V E R U T C I P Note: There is little change whenPICTURE is increased with abright picture or reduced wit...
Page 46 - Lock Feature; Enter Secret Code
46 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Lock Feature Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. Press to selectLOCK. Note: • Use a code that is easy to remember and record it in a safe place. This unit has a built-in V-Chip Control which allows you to blo...
Page 47 - Setup US MOVIES Ratings
47 Advanced Operation S E L E C T E X I T RECALL F F O : S E I V O M S U F F O : S M A R G O R P V T S U K C O L 2 / 1 S G N I T T E S E G N A H C S G N I T T E S E G N A H C Lock Feature E X I T RECALL K C O L E D O C T I G I D - 4 R E T N E 9 - 0 : R E T N E - - - - Setup US MOVIES Ratings 1 2 3 P...
Page 48 - Setup US TV PROGRAMS Ratings
48 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Setup US TV PROGRAMS Ratings 1 2 3 Perform “US MOVIES Ratings” step 1 on page 47. S E L E C T E X I T RECALL S G N I T T E S E G N A H C S G N I T T E S E G N A H C F F O : S E I V O M S U F F O : S M A R G O R P V T S U K C O L 2 / 1 Press t...
Page 49 - US TV PROGRAMS RATINGS: Chart 1; Reset User’s Memory Functions; US TV PROGRAMS RATINGS: Chart 2; Blocking Message
49 Advanced Operation Lock Feature TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA FOR ALL CHILDREN: Content specifically geared to young viewersages 2-6. FOR AGE 7 AND OLDER: May contain mild physical or comedic violencewhich may frighten children under 7. GENERAL AUDIENCE: Contains little or no violence, strong...
Page 50 - CAPTION MODE; Closed Captions
50 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) CAPTION MODE Activates the On-Screen Closed Caption feature. When activated this featurewill remain on until OFF is selected in this menu. Closed Caption Modes from which to Choose Caption Mode: CAP C1 or C2 A narration of selected TV program...
Page 51 - CC ON MUTE
51 Advanced Operation Closed Captions 1 2 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. Press to selectCAPTION. Press to displaythe CAPTION screen. Press repeatedly to selectCC ON MUTE. Press to selectCC ON MUTE. Press to exit menu. 3 S E L E C T E X I T RECALL N O I T P A C ...
Page 52 - Channel Caption Feature
52 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Station names, e.g. ABC, TNN, etc. so that they will appear when a channel is selected.Choose 24 preset names. Channel Caption Feature 1 2 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. Press to selectCHANNEL. Press to ...
Page 53 - Weak Signal Display Feature
53 Advanced Operation Weak Signal Display Feature 1 2 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. ON : Picture is displayed regardless of signal condition, and may notalways be clearly visible. OFF : Screen turns solid blue when signal is absent or weak. Press to selectCHAN...
Page 55 - Automatically changing screen size
55 Advanced Operation Automatically changing screen size 1 2 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. ON : When screen size specificationsignals are detected, screensize is automatically changed. OFF : The screen size is not auto- matically changed. (Turn OFFif this func...
Page 56 - RGB Input Feature
56 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) 1 2 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and selectSET UP. VGA : When RGB input signal is VGA 60Hz from PC480P : When RGB input signal is 480P from other equipments Press to selectVIDEO. Press to displaythe VIDEO screen. P A G E...
Page 57 - Switching languages for display; Information
57 Advanced Operation Switching languages for display 1 Press the ACTION button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP. P A G E S E L E C T E N D RECALL T S U J D A P U T E S E R U T C I P O I D U A E Z I S / N O I T I S O P N O I T A M R O F N I P A G E S E L E C T E N D RECALL P U T E S H S ...
Page 58 - Cleaning the Air Filter; The Air Filter should be cleaned about every 400 hours.
58 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Cleaning the Air Filter The Air Filter should be cleaned about every 400 hours. Turn the POWER button to OFF.Wait until the cooling fan stops and the POWER indicatorturns solid red. Remove the right Speaker cover.Place your fingertips under t...
Page 59 - Air Filter Replacement; Clogged Air Filter Detection
59 Information Cleaning the Air Filter Air Filter Replacement R e m o v e t h e A i r F i l t e r u n i tG r a s p t h e i n d e n t e d p o r t i o n o f t h e A i r F i l t e r a n d p u l l i t o u t o ft h e P r o j e c t i o n d i s p l a y. Indent Replace the new Air Filter unit.Slide the new ...
Page 60 - Replacing the lamp unit; Lamp unit replacement period
60 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Replacing the lamp unit The lamp unit is sold separately. To purchase a replacement, call the Panasonic accessory department, tollfree at: 1-800-332-5368.Lamp unit Part No. : TY-LA1500 Lamp unit replacement period • When the stipulated time i...
Page 61 - Programming The Illuminated Remote Control Using Access Codes; Setting up the remote using the numerical keys.
61 Information Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Programming The Illuminated Remote Control Using Access Codes The remote control can be preset for other manufacturers, by utilizing the REMOTE MODE SELECTION BUTTONS for CABLE, DTV, VCR, RCVR (a Receiver or Amplifi...
Page 62 - Setting to the remote using the step and set method; Infrared Remote Codes for Specific Components
62 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) 2 Setting to the remote using the step and set method (When code is not known): 3 4 1 2 Press and hold the POWER and ACTIONbuttons simultaneously for at least 5 seconds . A...
Page 63 - VCR Infrared Codes Index; VCR
63 Information Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Infrared Codes IndexThe remote control is capable of operating many brands of peripheral equipment. Refer to page 61 and 62 forprogramming procedures. Note: The remote control memory is limited and therefore some mo...
Page 65 - DBS
65 Information Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) CASSETTE PLAYERS, PERSONAL VIDEO RECORDERS, RECEIVERS, AMPLIFIERS, andDBS Infrared Codes Index Maker Set Up No. Maker Set Up No. AIWADENONFISHERJENSENJVCKENWOODMARANTZNAKAMICHIONKYOPANASONIC 223, 224, 22523120321422...
Page 66 - Quick Reference Functional Button Chart
66 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment) Quick Reference Functional Button Chart Notes: • Not all functions listed may be controllable.• Some TV, Cable Box and DSS Receiver brands require you to turn on the power ...
Page 68 - Troubleshooting
68 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shownbelow. Symptoms Checks Page • Is the power plug plugged in? Power does not turn ON 21 The power turns OFF • Check whether or not the vent...
Page 69 - Specifications
69 Information Specifications Note: Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate. Operating conditions Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption Power ON: Approx. 280 WPower OFF: Approx. 3 W (when cooling fan is stopped) Display 40-...
Page 70 - Cleaning; Customer Services Directory
70 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW PTV(843-9788) Cleaning To ensure continued excellent performance by this product, periodic cleaning isrecommended. Remove dirt and soiling bywiping with a light cloth. Evenif the unit is heavily soiled, donot apply cleaner directly tothe unit. Soak a cloth...
Page 71 - Limited Warranty; Panasonic Multi-Media Projection Display
71 Information Limited Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMERELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISIONOF MATSUSHITA ELECTRICCORPORATION OF AMERICAOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,DIVISION OF MATSUSHITAELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC.,Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5San Gabriel Industrial Park...
Page 72 - Symbols; Index
Customer’ Record The serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial number in the space provided belowand retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event oftheft or loss, and for War...
