Panasonic PT-TW331RU Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PT-TW331RU Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 P T-TW331RU Model No. PT-TX301RU Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use. Before using your projector, be sure to read “Read this first!” (See pages 2 to 8).
  • Page 2: Read This First

    To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, follow the attached installation instructions. The user must use the provided RGB computer interface cable with ferrite cores. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device.
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PT-TW331RU / PT-TX301RU Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Telephone number: (877)803-8492 E-mail: [email protected] This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 4 Read this first! WARNING: POWER „ The wall outlet or the circuit breaker shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible when problems occur. If the following problems occur, cut off the power supply immediately. Continued use of the projector in these conditions will result in fire or electric shock. If foreign objects or water get inside the projector, cut off the power supply.
  • Page 5 If liquid enters inside of the projector, consult your dealer. 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. Attach the supplied safety cable to the ceiling mount bracket to prevent the projector from falling down.
  • Page 6 Read this first! WARNING: ACCESSORIES „ Do not use or handle the battery improperly, and refer to the following. Failure to observe this will cause burns, battery to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. Do not use unspecified battery. Do not disassemble coin cell battery. Do not heat the battery or place them into water or fire.
  • Page 7 Read this first! CAUTION: POWER „ When disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector. If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electric shocks will result. When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
  • Page 8 Read this first! Brazil Only Brasil Apenas Manuseio de baterias usadas „ BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento.
  • Page 9 Quiet 29 dB design does not Æ page 27) interrupt meetings or classes. (*1: 3 100 lm is for PT-TW331RU. 3 000 lm is for PT-TX301RU.) (*2: Lamp power mode: ECO2) 3. Connect the power cord. Eco Friendly Performance Æ...
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 8) Projecting ..........32 Important Information Selecting the input signal ..........32 Read this first! ........... 2 How to adjust the state of the image ......32 Basic operations by using the remote Contents ...........
  • Page 11 Contents Index ............73 Remote ID ..............43 Startup Logo ..............43 UART Mode ..............43 LAN (Standby) .............. 43 Reset ................43 Audio ............44 Mute ................44 Volume ................. 44 In Standby Mode (Audio) ..........44 Options ............. 45 Auto Source ..............
  • Page 12: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for Use Cautions when transporting When transporting the projector, hold it securely by its bottom and avoid excessive vibration and impacts. Doing so may damage the internal parts and result in malfunctions. Do not transport the projector with the adjustable feet extended. Doing so may damage the adjustable feet. Cautions when installing Do not set up the projector outdoors.
  • Page 13: Security

    Make your password as difficult to guess as possible. Change your password periodically. Panasonic or its affiliate company never inquires a password directly to a customer. Do not tell your password in case you receive such an inquiry. The connecting network must be secured by firewall or others.
  • Page 14: Cautions On Use

    Precautions for Use Cautions on use In order to get the picture quality Draw curtains or blinds over windows and turn off any lights near the screen to prevent outside light or light from indoor lamps from shining onto the screen. Depending on where the projector is used, heated air from an exhaust port or warm or cold air from an air conditioner can cause a shimmering effect on screen.
  • Page 15: Accessories

    Precautions for Use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers in the brackets ( ) show the number of accessories. Wireless remote control Computer cable (x1) Lithium coin cell Battery Batteries (AAA/R03 or unit (x1) (H4200200G105) CR2025 (x1) AAA/LR03 type) (x4)
  • Page 16: Optional Accessories

    Precautions for Use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM The contents of the supplied CD-ROMs are as follow. Manual (PDF) Software Operating Instructions - Functional None Manual NO.1 LightPen3 (Windows / Mac OS) This is a software using Interactive pen • Operating Instructions –...
  • Page 17: About Your Projector

    About Your Projector Remote control (12) button Displays [Information] menu. (13)
  • Page 18: Projector Body

    About Your Projector Projector body 12 9 12 3 12 4 12 5 12 6 (1) Control Panel and indicators ( Æ page 19) (10) Lamp cover( Æ page 59) (2) Air intake port (11) Security slot Attaches the commercial shackle lock, manufactured (3) Speaker by Kensington, to protect your projector.
  • Page 19: Control Panel And Indicators

    About Your Projector Control Panel and Indicators (1) indicator (6) indicator Indicates the projector’s status. Indicates the status of the internal temperature or (2) < v / b > button the cooling fan of the projector. (7) ...
  • Page 20: Connecting Terminals

    About Your Projector Connecting terminals (1) (8) This is a terminal to connect to HDMI signal. This is a RS-232C compatible terminal to (2) externally control the projector by connecting a This is a terminal to output the RGB signal or computer.
  • Page 21: Using Remote Control

    Using Remote control Using Remote control Installing and Removing battery Press the guide and pull Install new battery into Put the battery base out the battery base. the compartment. back. Remove the old Lithium coin cell battery and install new one (CR2025). Ensure that the side with a “+”...
  • Page 22: How To Use The Interactive Light Pen

    How to use the Interactive light pen How to use the Interactive light pen About the Interactive light pen Tip with touch sensor Power button Installing and Removing batteries Rotate as shown in the figure. Install 2 AAA/R03 or AAA/LR03 type batteries. * Remove the batteries in the reverse order of installation.
  • Page 23: Setting Up

    Setting up Setting up Projection method You can use the projector with any of the following 4 projection methods to set the desired method in the projector. Setting on a desk/floor and Mounting on the ceiling and projecting forward projecting forward Menu setting* Menu setting* [Ceiling Mount]...
  • Page 24: Screen Size And Throw Distance

    (m) Diagonal length of the projection Screen area (m) Projection distance for PT-TW331RU All measurements below are approximate and may differ slightly from the actual measurements. (Unit: m) Projection size For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio...
  • Page 25 Setting up Calculation formulas for projection distance Any other projection distance can be obtained according to the screen dimensions (m) using the following calculations. The calculation result is with the "m" unit. (The calculated distance below may contain a certain error.) If the screen dimensions are written as "SD", For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio...
  • Page 26: Adjusting The Projector's Height

    Setting up Adjusting the Projector's Height The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height. Extend the adjustable feet by rotating in the direction shown in the below picture and retract by rotating in the opposite direction. Adjustable range Adjustable range Front adjustable feet :...
  • Page 27: Connections

    Connections Connections Before connecting to the projector Read carefully the instruction manual for the device to be connected. Turn off the power switch of the devices before connecting cables. If any connection cable is not supplied with the device, or if no optional cable is available for connection of the device, prepare a necessary system connection cable to suit the device.
  • Page 28: Connecting Example: Av Equipment

    Connections Connecting example: AV equipment Blu-ray disk DVD player Audio equipment player (with built-in TBC) Connecting for the Interactive function When using the interactive function, connect the computer to the interactive camera via the USB cable (supplied). To Mini USB terminal of the interactive camera To USB terminal of a computer - ENGLISH...
  • Page 29: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Powering ON/OFF Powering ON/OFF Connecting the power cord Use the supplied power cord to prevent removal of the power cord and make sure that it is fully inserted into the projector. For detailed power cord handling, refer to “Read this first!” ( page 4).
  • Page 30: On(G)/Standby(R) Indicator

    Powering ON/OFF ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator The ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator informs you the status of the power. Confirm the status of the indicator before operating the projector. indicator Indicator status Status No illumination The power plug is not connected to the outlet. The power is switched off.
  • Page 31: Powering On The Projector

    Powering ON/OFF Powering On the Projector Before switching on the projector, make sure all the other devices are correctly connected ( pages 27-28). Æ Connect the power plug to the power outlet. Enter Standby status when the indicator is lighting / blinking in red. Press the <...
  • Page 32: Projecting

    Projecting Projecting Check the connections of the peripheral devices and connection of the power cord ( page 29) and switch on the Æ power ( page 31) to start the projector. Select the image and adjust the state of the image. Æ...
  • Page 33: Basic Operations By Using The Remote Control

    Basic operations by using the remote control Basic operations by using the remote control button Press this button to display the [Information] menu. Button Press the button on the remote control. Note Æ For details, see “Information”. ( page 46) ...
  • Page 34: Image> Button

    Basic operations by using the remote control button button Press this button to display the picture mode menu Press this button to temporarily turn off the sound. and to change the settings of the image. Button Button Press the button on the remote Press the ...
  • Page 35: Settings

    Settings On-screen Display Menus On-screen Display Menus How to operate menu Operation steps Press button on the remote control or on the control panel. Main Menu displays. Use ▲▼ to select any item in the Main Menu. The selected item is highlighted in orange. Press ►.
  • Page 36: Menu Tree

    On-screen Display Menus Menu Tree Main Menu Sub Menu 2nd Sub Menu Default Value Range Color Mode Dynamic / PC / Movie / Game / User Wall color White / Light Yellow / Light Blue / White Pink / Dark Green Brightness 0 ~ 100 Contrast...
  • Page 37 On-screen Display Menus Main Menu Sub Menu 2nd Sub Menu Default Value Range Auto Source On / Off Input HDMI, Computer 1, Computer 2, Video Auto Power Off (Min) 0~120 Lamp Hours Used (Normal) Lamp Hours Used (ECO) Lamp Life Off/On Reminder Lamp...
  • Page 38: Picture

    Picture Picture Press ◄► to select the desired item. Select [Picture] from the Main Menu (see “How to operate menu” on page 35) and then select White For White color. the item from the Sub Menu. Light Yellow For Light Yellow color. Light Blue For Light Blue color.
  • Page 39: Sharpness

    Picture Press ► to display the adjustment Gamma dialog box. Press ◄► to adjust the setting value. Adjust the gamma table when the dark areas or bright areas of the image is not clear. Adjustment Operation Adjustment Press ▲▼ to select [Gamma]. range Press ►...
  • Page 40: Position

    Position Position Note Select [Position] from the Main Menu (see “How If an aspect ratio which is different from the aspect ratio to operate menu” on page 35) and then select for the input signals is selected, the pictures will appear the item from the Sub Menu.
  • Page 41: Position

    Position V. Position Press the ▼◄ on the remote control Shift the projected image position vertically. or the ◄ on the control panel to Press ▲▼ to select [V. Position]. adjust the bottom of Press ► to display the adjustment the keystone.
  • Page 42: Setting

    Setting Setting Do not display Closed Caption. Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see “How to operate menu” on page 35) and then select Displays the CC1 data. the item from the Sub Menu. Displays the CC2 data. Displays the CC3 data. Displays the CC4 data.
  • Page 43: Remote Id

    Startup Logo Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. Press ► to display the setting dialog Set this function to display the Panasonic logo when box. the projector is turning on. Press ▲▼ to select [Yes]. Press ▲▼ to select [Startup Logo].
  • Page 44: Audio

    Audio Audio In Standby Mode (Audio) Select [Audio] from the Main Menu (see “How to operate menu” on page 35) and then select This function is used to switch the output audio signal the item from the Sub Menu. from the terminal On/Off at standby mode.
  • Page 45: Options

    Options The input with a check mark will be able to be Select [Options] from the Main Menu (see “How searched when [Auto Source] is set to [On]. to operate menu” on page 35) and then select To remove the check mark, choose the desired item and press ►.
  • Page 46: High Altitude

    Options Attention Note If [Lamp Life Reminder] is set to [Off], the lamp warning When [On] is selected, the speed and the noise of the message will not be displayed when the lamp used time fan will increase. reaches the end of lamp life. In this case, please check the lamp life with the values at the [Lamp Hours Used Dust Filter Reminder (Normal)] and [Lamp Hours Used (ECO)].
  • Page 47: Lan

    The projector will acquire the IP Select [LAN] from the Main Menu (see “How to address automatically. operate menu” on page 35) and then select the item from the Sub Menu. User must set the [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Gateway] and [DNS] manually.
  • Page 48: Store

    Store Save the network settings. Press ▲▼ to select [Store]. Press ► to display the setting dialog box. Press ▲▼ to switch [Yes]/[No]. Press ► to execute. Select [Yes] to start executing and the resetting message appears. The store procedure finishes when the message disappears.
  • Page 49: Connect To Network

    Connect to Network The projector has a network function, and the following operations are available from the computer using the web browser control. Setting and adjustment of the projector. Display of the projector status. Transmission of an E-mail message when there is a problem with the projector. This projector supports "Crestron RoomView"...
  • Page 50: Computer Operation Via Network

    Computer operation via network Connection can be made with wired LAN. However, confirm to your system administrator on network settings before changing any settings. Turn on the computer. Make the network setting according to your system administrator. Æ If the projector settings are the default settings ( page 47), the computer can be used with the following network settings.
  • Page 51 Main Menu description (1) Projector Information Click this item and the [Projector Information] displays. (2) LAN Setting Click this item and the [LAN Setting] displays. (3) Projector Status and Control Click this item and the [Projector Status and Control] displays. (4) E-mail Setting Click this item and the [E-mail Setting] displays.
  • Page 52 Projector Status and Control Sets the projector status and adjusts Image and Audio controls. (1) [Projector Status] Confirm Projector Status. Press [Refresh] button to refresh. Press [Power ON] or [Power OFF] button to operate power status. Set the time for the projector to shut down automatically when there is no signal input in [Power Saving].
  • Page 53 Crestron RoomView Control Tool "Crestron RoomView" is a system developed by Crestron Electronics, Inc. which collectively manage and control multiple system devices connected via the network, from a computer. For details of "Crestron RoomView", refer to the Crestron Electronics, Inc. website (Provided only in English).
  • Page 54: About Indicator Status

    intenance About indicator status About indicator status If an indicator turns on If a problem should occur inside the projector, the and/or indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. Attention Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering off the projector”.
  • Page 55: Maintenance/Replacement

    Maintenance/replacement Maintenance/replacement Before cleaning/replacing the unit When you perform maintenance or replacement of the parts, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect Æ the power plug from the wall outlet. ( pages 29, 31) Æ Be sure to observe the procedure “Powering off the projector” ( page 31) when performing power supply operation.
  • Page 56 Maintenance/replacement Install the air filters. Hold the air filters with the protrusion up towards the top panel as shown in the picture and insert them until you hear a "click" sound. Reset the [Filter Reminder]. Æ Turn on the power and perform [Cleaning up Reminder] in the [Options] menu. page 46) Attention Turn off the power before you clean the air filters.
  • Page 57: Replacing The Unit

    Maintenance/replacement Replacing the unit Air filters The air filter should be replaced when cleaning is ineffective. A replacement air filter unit is available separately. (service component) Contact your dealer for the optional air filters. Also, please replace the air filters together when replacing the lamp unit. The air filters (Part Number: Longer filter with 5 rows of intake vents H518PC13G041, Shorter filter with 3 rows of intake vents H518PC12G041) are included with the ET-LAL341 replacement lamp unit.
  • Page 58 Replace the lamp with a new one promptly. On screen:Warning Lamp message Model name Lamp runtime PT-TW331RU If the lamp is used over 2 970 hours, the warning message will Over 2 970 hours PT-TX301RU appear. When any button is pressed, the message will disappear.
  • Page 59 Maintenance/replacement Lamp use time = ([Lamp Hours Used (Normal)] × 60 + [Lamp Hours Used (ECO)] × α) ÷ 60  When setting under both [Normal] and [ECO1]/[ECO2], not using [AUTO]: α = 45  When setting under both [Normal] and [AUTO], not using [ECO1]/[ECO2]: α =24 ...
  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Please check following points. For details, see the corresponding pages. Reference Problem Cause page The power cord may not be connected. — No electric supply is at the wall outlet. — Power does not turn The circuit breakers have tripped. —...
  • Page 61 1. First, follow the steps above to adjust resolution of the computer. 2. Press the appropriate keys listed below for your notebook manufacturer to send signal out from notebook to projector. Partial, scrolling Panasonic  [Fn]+[F3] SAMSUNG  [Fn]+[F4] or incorrectly Gateway  [Fn]+[F4] Acer ...
  • Page 62 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause page Dust Filter Reminder Message: This message displays when the projector reached the timer set in the [Filter Reminder (Hour)]. In this case, please clean the air filters or replace them. Lamp Warning Message: The lamp has reached its end of life, please replace it as soon as possible.
  • Page 63: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Appendix Serial terminal The serial connector which is on the connector panel of the projector conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the projector can be controlled by a personal computer which is connected to this connector. Attention Set the [UART Mode] in the [Setting] menu to [RS-232] before controlling the projector via ...
  • Page 64 Appendix Basic format Transmission from the computer begins with STX, then the command, parameter, and ETX are sent in this order. Add parameters according to the details of control. Colon (1 byte) Start 3 command Parameter (1 byte) characters (undefined length) (1 byte) (3 bytes) When sending commands without parameters, a colon (:) is not necessary.
  • Page 65 Appendix Control commands When controlling the projector from a computer, the following commands are available: [Projector control command] Command Control contents Remarks Power [ON] Power [OFF] (Parameter) VID = Video INPUT selection RG1 = Computer 1 RG2 = Computer 2 HD1 = HDMI Turn off the projection and sound temporarily.
  • Page 66: Other Terminals

    Appendix Other terminals Pin assignments and signal names of terminal Pin No. Signal names Outside view G/G SYNC/Y + 5 V DDC data HD/SYNC : Not assigned DDC clock : GND terminals Pin assignments and signal names of terminal Pin No.
  • Page 67: Pjlink Protocol

    NAME ? Projector name query The name set for [Projector name] in [LAN Settings] is returned. INF1 ? Manufacturer name query “Panasonic” is returned. INF2 ? Model name query Answer the model name with "TW331RU", "TX301RU" CLSS ? Class information query “1”...
  • Page 68: List Of Compatible Signals

    Appendix List of compatible signals he following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projectors. Format : V = VIDEO, R = RGB, Y = YP , H = HDMI Scanning Plug and play * Display Dot clock frequency Mode resolution *...
  • Page 69 Note The number of display dots is 1 024 x 768 for PT-TX301RU and 1 280 x 800 for PT-TW331RU. A signal with a different resolution will be projected after converting the resolution to match the projector display. When interlaced signals are connected, flicker may occur on the projected image.
  • Page 70: Specifications

    *2 : For details of video signals that can be projected using this projector, refer to “List of compatible signals”. Æ pages 68-69) *3 : The value of native aspect ratio is 16:10 for PT-TW331RU and 4:3 for PT-TX301RU. - ENGLISH...
  • Page 71 Specifications Model No. PT-TW331RU PT-TX301RU 2 sets, high-density D-Sub 15p (female) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (When G-SYNC: 1.0 V [p-p] 75 Ω) COMPUTER 1 HD/SYNC TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible IN / COMPUTER 2 VD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible...
  • Page 72: Dimensions

    288.0 (11.34”) 70.8 (2.79”) *1: PT-TX301RU *2: PT-TW331RU  : Actual dimension may differ by product. Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Installation work of the ceiling mount bracket should only be carried by a qualified technician. Even if it is during guaranteed period, the manufacturer is not responsible for any hazard or damage caused by using a ceiling mount bracket which is not purchased from an authorized distributors, or environmental conditions.
  • Page 73 Index Index About the Interactive light pen ..22 ID numbers ........21 UART Mode ........43 About Your Projector.......17 Image select ........42 Accessories ........15 Information........46 VGA Out (Standby) ......42 Adjusting the Projector's Height ..26 Input..........45 V. Keystone ........41 Aspect Ratio ........40 Installing and Removing batteries ..22 Volume..........44 Auto Power Off (Min) ......45 Installing and Removing battery ..21...
  • Page 74 Panasonic Corporation Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2013 Panasonic Systems Communications Company of North Americ 5th Floor, Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 TEL: (877) 803 - 8492 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3...

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