Page 2 - Dear Panasonic Customer:; IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE; WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
2 Dear Panasonic Customer: This instruction booklet provides all the necessary operating information that you might require. We hope it will helpyou to get the most performance out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic DLP TM based projector.The serial number of your ...
Page 4 - Contents
4 Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ..................................2Precautions with regard to safety ............................5Accessories ................................................................7Precautions on handling ...........................................8Name and function of p...
Page 6 - Precautions with regard to safety; Caution
6 Precautions with regard to safety Do not place liquid containers on top of the projector. • If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire or electric shocks could result. • If any water gets inside the projector, contact an Authorized Service Center. Do not insert any foreign objects ...
Page 7 - Accessories; Use only the Specified battery.
7 Accessories Check that all of the accessories shown below have been included with your projector. When inserting the battery, make sure the polarities (+ and -) are correct. • If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may explode or leak, and fire, injury or contamination of the battery compartme...
Page 8 - Precautions on handling; Precautions on transport; To view clear images:; Cleaning and maintenance; Use soft and dry cloth to clean the cabinet
8 Precautions on handling Precautions on transport Make absolutely sure that the lens cap is in placewhen transporting the projector or carrying itaround. Both the projector and the projection lensare precision-made and, as such, are susceptible tovibration and impacts. When transporting theprojecto...
Page 9 - Name and function of parts; < When the operation mode selector; Remote control
9 Name and function of parts < When the operation mode selector is set to Projector > Remote control operation indicator lampThe lamp flashes when any remote control buttonis pressed. POWER ON button (page 22)Turns on the power if the MAIN POWER has beenput to the “l” position. POWER OFF butto...
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10 Name and function of parts <When the operation mode selector is set to Computer> PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN buttonsThese buttons correspond to the PAGE UP/PAGEDOWN buttons on PC’s keyboard. ( ) buttons These buttons correspond to the left and rightmouse buttons. ENTER buttonMoves the mouse cursor. N...
Page 11 - Front and side of the projector
11 AC IN terminal (page 22) Connect the supplied line power cord into thisreceptacle.Do not connect any other cable to this socket. Air filter (page 42) Burglar lockAttach a commercial burglar prevention cable (e.g.,from Kensington) to this lock port. It is compatiblewith the Micro Save Security Sys...
Page 12 - Rear view of the main unit
12 Name and function of parts Ventilation holes Lamp unit coverThe lamp unit is housed. MAIN POWER switch (page 22)Use this switch to turn on “I” and off “O” thecommercial line power applied to the projector. Remote control receiver window (rear) (page 14)This also receives the signal beam coming fr...
Page 14 - Using the remote control unit; Loading dry cells
14 Using the remote control unit Loading dry cells When loading batteries into the batterycompartment of the remote control, make sure thattheir polarities are correct. 1. Open battery compartment lid. Open the lid in the order of steps and . 2. Insert the dry cells. Into battery compartment, with t...
Page 15 - Using the remote control as a PC mouse; Operation mode selector switch; Setting projector ID number to remote control; Procedure of ID setting
15 Using the remote control as a PC mouse Operation mode selector switch Put the knob to the Computer position. • ENTER button Pressing the front, rear, left and right edges of thebutton moves the mouse cursor up, down, left andright. • Right click ( ) button This button can be used as the right mou...
Page 16 - Using a wired remote control
16 Using a wired remote control When multiple main units are connected in the system, connect the units with the supplied remote control cableto simultaneously control the multiple main units with a single remote control unit through the REMOTE1IN/OUT terminal. It is effective to use the wired remot...
Page 17 - Installation; Projection schemes; Installation geometry; Projection distances
17 Installation Projection schemes Any of the following four projection schemes can beused with the PT-D5500U/D5500UL projectordepending on user’s needs or viewing conditions.Use “OPTION 2” menu (chosen from the MAINMENU) to choose the appropriate projectionscheme (see page 34). Projection Scheme 1 ...
Page 18 - Connection; Setup precautions
18 Connection Setup precautions • Before connecting any of your video/audio equipment to the projector, carefully read the owners manual supplied with the equipment once again. • All cable connections should be made with the entire system devices, including the projector, first turned off.• Obtain c...
Page 19 - Example of connecting with AV products
19 Example of connecting with AV products DVD player Video deck Digital Hi-vision video deck Control PC RGB 2 IN VD SYNC/HD B/P B G/Y R R/P SERIAL REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 IN IN OUT LAN DVI-D IN RGB 1 IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN IN OUT Red (Connect P R ) Blue (Connect P B ) Green(Connect Y) • When connecting wi...
Page 20 - Example of connecting with PCs
20 Example of connecting with PCs RGB 2 IN VD SYNC/HD B/P B G/Y R R/P SERIAL REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 IN IN OUT LAN DVI-D IN RGB 1 IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN IN OUT RGB 2 IN VD SYNC/HD B/P B G/Y R R/P SERIAL REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 IN IN OUT LAN DVI-D IN RGB 1 IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN IN OUT DVI-D Cable (Option)(ET-SC...
Page 21 - How to install and remove the projection lens (optional); How to install the projection lens; Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into place.; How to remove the projection lens; Turn the lens counterclockwise as far as it will go.
21 How to install and remove the projection lens (optional) How to install the projection lens Align the guide of the projection lens with the guide groove in the main unit. Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into place. How to remove the projection lens Turn the lens counterclockwise as far as...
Page 22 - Projection; Powering up the projector; Fit the image size to the screen size.
22 Projection Powering up the projector Remove the lens cover. Connect the supplied power cable. (120 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz) Press the “I” marked side of the MAINPOWER switch to turn on the power. The power indicator lights up red, and the projector isplaced in the standby mode. Press the “l” button. [o...
Page 23 - Powering off the projector; Direct power off function
23 Powering off the projector Press the POWER OFF “ ” button. Select “Execute” with or button and press the ENTER button.(or press the POWER OFF “ ” button again.) The projection of the image stops, and the powerindicator of the main unit lights up orange. (Thecooling fan keeps running.) Wait until ...
Page 24 - Choose an item and adjust it using; How to adjust the lens; How to adjust the lens position to the left or right
24 How to adjust the lens focus, lens zoom and lensup/down position movement (optical shift) The focus, zoom and up/down position of the images projected on the screen can be adjusted while theprojector is positioned appropriately in relation to the screen. Press the LENS button on the remotecontrol...
Page 25 - Using the FREEZE function; Press the “SHUTTER” button of the remote control or the main unit.; Press the “SHUTTER” button again.
25 Automatic adjustment (AUTO SETUP) Automatic adjustment function adjust the resolution, clock phase and image position automatically when dots-structured analog RGB signals such as computer signal are supplied. (Automatic adjustment is not available ifsignals other than analog RGB signals, moving ...
Page 26 - Use
26 Using the digital zoom (– D.ZOOM +) function A portion of the picture on the screen can be zoomed in with “– D.ZOOM +” buttons of the remote control. It isuseful for highlighting a specific object during the presentation. Press the “– D.ZOOM +” button of theremote control. The image is zoomed in....
Page 27 - Structure of menu screens
27 On-screen menus Structure of menu screens Menus are extensively used for configuring, adjusting or reconfiguring the projector.The menus structure is as follows: M E N U LANGUAGE ENGLISH SELECT ENTER RETRN OPTION2 ID LAMP SELECT AUTO POW. OFFPASSWORD FUNC1 DUAL LAMP POWER HIGH RS232C...
Page 28 - Basic menu operations; Press the “MENU” button.; BRIGHT; Menu items setting
28 On-screen menus Basic menu operations Press the “MENU” button. The MAIN MENU appears on the screen. Select (highlight) the desired item withthe or buttons. Selected items are displayed in blue. Press the “ENTER” button to enter yourselection. The submenu for the selected option will now open.(e.g...
Page 29 - Adjusting the picture; PICTURE MODE
29 Adjusting the picture • For RGB/DVI signals only • For S-Video/Video/YP B P R signals only PICTURE MODE The picture mode can be selected from thefollowing depending on viewing conditions and thevideo signal source in use: DYNAMIC : Picture brightness/contrast ratio is increased to suit brighter v...
Page 30 - SHARPNESS
30 Adjusting the picture SHARPNESS “SHARPNESS” is used to adjust the crispness ofthe image. : Sharpens the edge of the image. : Softens the edge of the image. NR (For S-Video/Video/YP B P R signals only) In this mode, the video noise is reduced. ON : Standard settingOFF : Noise reduction is set to O...
Page 31 - Adjusting the position
31 KEYSTONE KEYSTONE : Keystone distortion can be corrected only along eitherhorizontal bound of the picture. Adjusting the position POSITION SELECT RETRN POSITIONASPECT 4 : 3 ZOOMCLOCK PHASEKEYSTONEFRAME LOCK OFF 16 ENTER POSITION The position where the images are displayed canbe moved here. : The ...
Page 32 - How to use ADVANCED MENU; INPUT RESOLUTION; RASTER POSITION; Changing the display language
32 How to use ADVANCED MENU ADVANCED MENU SELSCT RETRN INPUT RESOLUTION 1 CLAMP POS. SXGA SXGA MODE RASTER POSITION ENTER LANGUAGE ENGLISH SELECT ENTER RETRN INPUT RESOLUTION Input resolution adjustment achieves the bestimage when the screen flickers or halo is observedaround the contour....
Page 33 - OPTION 1 settings
33 OPTION 1 settings OPTION1 COLOR CORRECTION MEMORY LOAD DEFAULT MEMORY SAVE MEMORY1 OFF CONTRAST MODEAUTO SIGNAL SELECT RETRN ENTER COLOR CORRECTION OFF : Standard setting USER : The six colors of red, green, blue, cyan, magenta and yellow can be adjustedand registered for each of four signalsyste...
Page 34 - OPTION 2 settings; LAMP SELECT
34 OPTION 2 settings OPTION2 ID LAMP SELECT AUTO POW. OFFPASSWORD FUNC1 DUAL LAMP POWER HIGH RS232C FRONT/REAR FRONT DESK/CEILING DESK SYSTEM INFORMATIONFAN CONTROL1 NORMAL FAN CONTROL2 HORIZ. LAMP POW DISABLE ALL SELECT ADJ RETRN ID The projector has an ID number setting functionthat helps the user...
Page 35 - FAN CONTROL1
35 RS232C This sets the communication parameters at theserial terminals.For details on the serial terminals, refer to “Usingthe serial terminals” (page 38). IN BAUDRATE : 9 600, 19 200 or 38 400 is selected. IN PARITY : NONE, EVEN or ODD is selected. OUT BAUDRATE : 9 600, 19 200 or 38 400 is selecte...
Page 36 - Displaying the internal test pattern; Setting the security; Setting the password; Setting the text
36 Displaying the internal test pattern The projector has eight types of internal test patternsto check the condition of the set.To display test patterns, follow the steps below. The projector’s security function enables the passwordinput screen to be displayed or a company’s URLaddress to be set an...
Page 37 - Setting the network; Connecting a PC; System requirements; Connection example
37 Setting the network The settings required for the network must beestablished in order to use the web browser (page 46)functions that the PC uses to control the projector. HOST NAME : Make alteration if necessary when to use the DHCP server. DHCP : Set the DHCP item to ON when to acquire an IP add...
Page 38 - Single projector; Using the serial terminals
38 Pin assignments and signal names Communication conditions (Factory setting) Basic format Transmission from the computer begins with STX, then the ID, command, parameter, and ETX are sent in thisorder. Add parameters according to the details of control. The main unit is equipped with SERIAL termin...
Page 40 - Pin assignments and control; Using the REMOTE 2 terminal
40 Using the REMOTE 2 terminal provided on the side of the main unit, it is possible to operate the projector from acontrol panel etc. furnished in a distant location where infrared remote control signal cannot be received. Pin assignments and control Be sure to short-circuit Pins and when controlli...
Page 41 - Indication of lamp monitor
41 Indication of lamp monitor This projector is equipped with 3 indicators to show when a lamp needs replacement or there is an abnormalinternal temperature. These lamps flash or light up to indicate a problem.Turn the power off and follow the steps below. Temperature monitor (TEMP) indicator Lamp 1...
Page 42 - Cleaning and replacement of air filter; Procedure of cleaning; Dismantle the air filter.; Clean the air filter.
42 Cleaning and replacement of air filter If too much dust is deposited in the air filter, temperature inside the main unit will rise and the temperature monitor(TEMP) blinks, eventually turning off the power supply.Clean the air filter section once every 100 hours or so as a guideline depending on ...
Page 43 - Replacing the lamp unit; Precautions on lamp unit replacement; Timing of lamp unit replacement; Indication after 1 300 hours; Replacement of the lamp unit should
43 Replacing the lamp unit Precautions on lamp unit replacement Remove the power plug and confirm that the surroundings of the lamp unit have cooled off. Be careful when handling a light source lamp. The lamp unit has high internal pressure. If improperly handled,explosion might result.A used lamp u...
Page 44 - Lamp unit replacement steps; Install the new lamp unit.
44 Replacing the lamp unit Lamp unit replacement steps • After 1 500 hours (4 000 hours when long life lamp units are used) of operating the same lamp, it is only possible to operate the unit for approximately 10 minutes. Steps to must be completed within 10 minutes. Attention Turn the power off by ...
Page 46 - Using Web Browser Control; Access procedure; Basic control page
46 Using Web Browser Control Access procedure Start the web browser on your PC, thenenter the IP address which was set inthe projector. Enter “user1” in the user name field,then enter the password in thepassword field. The default setting is “panasonic” (all lower case). Ifyou have changed the passw...
Page 48 - Error information page
48 Using Web Browser Control If requesting service, ask your nearest Authorized Service Centre. Error information page When is displayed on the status information screen, click it to display the error details. • Depending on the nature of the error, the projector may be placed in the standby mode fo...
Page 50 - DNS server setup page
50 Using Web Browser Control DNS server setup page Click [Network Setting], then [DNS Server set up] to display the DNS server setup page. Network config page Click [Network Setting], then [Network config] to display the Network config page. Primary DNS server addressAvailable input characters:Numbe...
Page 51 - Adjust clock page; POP server setup page
51 Adjust clock page Click [Network Setting], then [Adjust clock] to display the Adjust clock page. Time zone selection Button to update time zone setting Button to update time and datesettings New date field New time field • If the time becomes incorrect immediately after setting the correct time, ...
Page 52 - Password change page
52 Using Web Browser Control Password change page Click [Change Password]. Old password input fieldNew password input fieldNew password input field(re-enter for confirmation) Button for executing passwordchange Button for erasing allentered characters Network status page Click [Network Setting], the...
Page 53 - Before asking for service
53 Before asking for service ---Before asking for service, check the following points. Symptoms Checks • Is the power cord plug correctly plugged in? • Is the MAIN POWER turned on? • Is electricity running to the power outlet? • Is the temperature monitor (TEMP) indicator on the front of the unit fl...
Page 54 - Specifications
54 Specifications PT-D5500U PT-D5500UL Power supply AC 120 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption 770 W (about 10 W in standby without fan running) DLP TM panel Panel sizeDisplay systemNumber of pixels 0.7 inch (aspect ratio 4:3)DMD TM element, DLP type 786 432 pixels (1 024 x 768 dots) Lens Powered zoomP...
Page 56 - Compatible Signal List
56 Compatible Signal List NTSC/NTSC4.43/ PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 480i 576i 480p 576p 1080/60i 1080/50i 720/60p VGA400 VGA480 SVGA MAC16 XGA MXGA MAC21 MSXGA SXGA UXGA 720 720 720 720 720 720 1 920 1 920 1 280 640 640 640 640 640 640 640 800 800 800 800 800 832 1 024 1 024 1 024 1 024 1 024 1 152...
Page 57 - Projection distances by projection lens; Calculation formulas for projection distance by lens types
57 Projection distances by projection lens The table below shows the projection distances of optional projection lenses. For the projection distance of the standard lens provided with the PT-D5500U (equipped with lens), refer to page 17.For instructions on how to install the lenses, refer to page 21...
Page 58 - Dimensions
58 Dimensions LAMP1 LAMP2 POWER TEMP D LP >PC< TBMU448 RGB 2 IN VD SYNC/HD B/P B G/Y R R/P SERIAL REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 IN IN OUT LAN DVI-D IN RGB 1 IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN IN OUT 86.5 (3 13 / 32 ) 167 (6 12 / 64 ) 157 (6 3 / 16 ) 530 (20 55 / 64 ) 436 (17 11 / 64 ) 368 (14 31 / 64 ) 425 (16 47 / 6...
Page 59 - Trademark acknowledgments; Trademark Acknowledgement
59 Trademark acknowledgments Note: Purchase of this equipment includes the rights to use this software (the built-in microcomputer and informationrecorded on ROMs) but does not grant copyrights. Do not reverse engineer, change or modify the software.The guarantee will not be valid for any malfunctio...
Page 60 - NE PAS EXPOSER CE PRODUIT À L’EAU OU À L’HUMIDITÉ
60 NOTES IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT: POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES DE FEU OU DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER CE PRODUIT À L’EAU OU À L’HUMIDITÉ WARNING RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK. DO NOT OPEN MISE EN GARDE- WARNUNG- RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE.NE PAS OUVRIR.ZUR VERMEIDUNG EINES ELEKTRIS...
Page 61 - Ne pas couvrir le filtre et la sortie d’air.; Ne pas retirer le couvercle ou le modifier.; Ne démontez pas le bloc lampe.
61 Précautions concernant la sécurité AVERTISSEMENT En cas de problème (ex: pas d’image) ou si le projecteur émet de la fumée ou une odeurde brûlé, coupez le courant et débranchez le cordon électrique de la prise. • Ne pas continuer d’utiliser le projecteur dans ces cas, autrement cela peut entraîne...
Page 62 - Précautions concernant la sécurité
62 Précautions concernant la sécurité Ne pas placer le projecteur sur des surfaces instables. • Si le projecteur est placé sur une surface qui est inclinée ou instable, il risque de tomber ou de se renverser et cela peut causer des blessures ou des dommages. Ne pas placer le projecteur dans I’eau ou...
Page 64 - Précautions pour la manipulation; Précautions pour l’installation; Pour visualiser des images nettes:; Nettoyage et maintenance
64 Précautions pour la manipulation Précautions pour letransport S’assurer absolument que le capuchon d’objectif esten place pour transporter le projecteur ou ledéplacer. Le projecteur et la lentille de projectionsont fabriqués avec précision et, en tant que tels,sont sensibles aux vibrations et aux...
Page 65 - Remplacement de la lampe; Précautions pour le remplacement de la lampe; Période de remplacement de la lampe; Indication après 1 300 heures
65 Remplacement de la lampe Précautions pour le remplacement de la lampe Retirez la fiche du cordon d’alimentation et assurez-vous que la section qui entoure la lampe est refroidie. Soyez prudent en manipulant la lampe source de lumière. La lampe peut éclater si elle est heurtée par desobjets solide...
Page 66 - Procédure de remplacement de la lampe; Retirez les deux vis fixant le ventilateur.; Installez la nouvelle lampe.
66 Remplacement de la lampe Procédure de remplacement de la lampe • Au bout de 1 500 heures (4 000 heures lorsque des blocs lampes longue durée sont utilisés) de fonctionnement pour une même lampe, le projecteur ne peut plus fonctionner que pendant environ10 minutes. Les étapes à doivent être achevé...
