Panasonic PT-TW231RE Operating Instructions Manual
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Projector Operations
Commercial Use
PT-TW231RE
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- Page 1 Commercial Use PT-TW231RE Model No. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Product. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. For information on using the product via a network, refer to “Operating Instructions – Network Operations”.
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Page 2: Read This First
Read this first! Read this first! WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3. GSGV, January 18, 1991: The sound pressure level at the operator position is equal or less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 7779. - Page 3 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 4 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 5 Read this first! WARNING: ACCESSORIES Do not use or handle the batteries for remote control, interactive pointer and interactive light pen improperly, and refer to the following. Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. Do not use unspecified batteries.
- Page 6 Read this first! CAUTION: ON USE/INSTALLATION Do not put your weight on this projector. You could fall or the projector could break, and injury will result. Be especially careful not to let young children stand or sit on the projector. Do not place the projector in extremely hot locations.
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Quick steps Auto Setup Function For details, see the corresponding pages. This function enables Input search 1. Set up your projector. and Auto PC adj. by pressing the Æ page 20)
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Be sure to read “Read this first!”. ( pages 2 to 6) Basic operations by using the remote Important Information control........... 30 Read this first! ........... 2 Using the Auto setup function ........30 Switching the input signal ..........30 Contents ............. - Page 9 Contents Image adjust..........43 Fan control ..............56 Video delay control ............56 Contrast ................ 43 Lamp runtime ............... 56 Brightness ..............43 Filter counter ..............56 Color ................43 Warning log ..............57 Tint ................43 Factory default .............. 57 Color temp.
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Page 10: 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 11: 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 12: Cautions On Use
It is recommended to have authorized engineer or your dealer replace the lamp unit. Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany - ENGLISH... -
Page 13: Accessories
Precautions for Use Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with your projector. Numbers in the brackets ( ) show the number of accessories. CD-ROM (x2) Remote control unit (x1) Power cord (x1) Batteries (AAA/R03 or (6103589343) (6451053893) (6103580203) AAA/LR03 type) (x6) (6103597300) AC power cord holder... -
Page 14: Optional Accessories
Precautions for Use Contents of the supplied CD-ROM No.1 The contents of the supplied CD-ROM are as follow. [: Instructions/List (PDF), : Software] Operating Instructions – Projector Operations Operating Instructions – Network Operations Multi Projector Monitoring & Control Software 2.6(Windows) ... -
Page 15: About Your Projector
About Your Projector Remote control (17) (9)Buttons Adjusts the volume of the speaker. ( page 32) Æ (10) < > Button (10) Turn the projector on or off. ( page 26) Æ (11) Button Correct keystone distortion. ( page 31) Æ... -
Page 16: Projector Body
About Your Projector Projector body (10) (11) (12) (13) ■ Bottom view (14) (1) Control panel( Æ page 17) (11) Focus lever (2) Lamp cover ( page 63) Adjusts the focus. Æ The lamp unit is located inside. (12) Security bar (3) Remote control signal receiver (13) AC IN (4) Interactive Camera... -
Page 17: Control Panel
About Your Projector Control panel (1) < > button Turn the projector on/off. (2) ▲▼◄► (VOL -/+) buttons Navigate the MENU screen. (3)button Execute the selected item. (4) -
Page 18: Side Terminals
About Your Projector Side terminals (11) (10) (1) LAN (8) Security slot Connect to a LAN cable for network connection. Attach the commercial shackle lock, manufactured by Kensington, to protect your projector. (2) HDMI Compatible with the Kensington MicroSaver Connect to HDMI input signals. Security System. -
Page 19: Using Remote Control
Using Remote control Using Remote control Installing and Removing batteries Open the cover Install batteries and close the cover (Insert the – side first.) Remove the batteries in the reverse order of installation. Setting Remote control ID numbers When you use the system with multiple projectors, you can operate all the projectors simultaneously or each projector individually using single remote control, if unique ID number is assigned to each projector. -
Page 20: 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. Mounting on the ceiling and Setting on a desk/floor and projecting forward projecting from rear (Using translucent screen) Mounting on the ceiling and Setting on a desk/floor and... -
Page 21: Screen Size And Throw Distance
Setting up Screen size and throw distance Place the projector referring Projected image to the diagram on the right and the figures of throwing Screen distance. You can adjust the display size. Projection distance (m) Height of the projection area (m) Width of the projection area (m) Screen Diagonal length of the projection area (m) -
Page 22: Adjusting Front Adjustable Feet
Setting up Adjusting front adjustable feet Projection angle can be adjusted up to 10.0 degrees with the adjustable feet. Rotate the adjustable feet and tilt the projector to the proper height; to raise the projector, rotate the both feet clockwise. To lower the projector or to retract the adjustable feet, rotate the both feet counterclockwise. -
Page 23: 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 24: Basic Operation
asic Operation Powering ON/OFF Connecting the power cord Be sure to insert the attached power cord securely to its base to prevent it from coming off. Power cord holder AC power cord holder is designed to prevent the AC power cord from coming off the projector. Please insert the power cord into the power cord holder correctly as Picture (1) shown: AC Power cord holder Clamp... -
Page 25: On(G)/Standby(R) Indicator
Powering ON/OFF ON(G)/STANDBY(R) indicator The -
Page 26: Turning On The Projector
Powering ON/OFF Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The -
Page 27: Enter A Pin Code
Powering ON/OFF Enter a PIN code Press ▲▼ to enter a number. Press ► to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next PIN Code Input Dialog Box box. The number changes to . If you fixed an incorrect number, use the ◄... -
Page 28: Turning Off The Projector
Powering ON/OFF Turning Off the Projector Press the < > button on the control panel or on the remote control, and Power off? appears on the screen. Power off? disappears after 4 seconds. Press the < > button again to turn off the projector. -
Page 29: Projecting
Projecting Check the connections of the peripheral devices and connection of the power cord ( Æ page 24) and switch on the power ( Æ page 26) to start the projector. Select the image and adjust the state of the image. Selecting the image Select an input signal. -
Page 30: Basic Operations By Using The Remote Control
Basic operations by using the remote control Switches to Computer 1(RGB)/ COMPUTER 1 Computer 1(Scart) input. Switches to Computer 2(RGB) COMPUTER 2 input. HDMI Switches to HDMI input. VIDEO Switches to Video input. S-VIDEO Switches to S-video input. Switches to Computer 1 COMPONENT (Component) input. -
Page 31: Using The Keystone Button
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the KEYSTONE button Using the INFO. button This function allows you to correct keystone distortion. This function allows you to display the information menu. button button Press thebutton on the remote control Press ... -
Page 32: Using The Av Mute Function
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the AV MUTE function Using the LAMP button This function allows you to select the lamp mode for changing the brightness on the screen. button button Press thebutton on the remote control to black out the image. -
Page 33: Using The Image Button
Basic operations by using the remote control Using the IMAGE button This function allows you to select a desired image mode of the screen. button Pressbutton on the remote control to select the desired image mode among [Dynamic], [Standard], [Real], [Cinema], [Blackboard (Green)], [Colorboard], [Image 1], [Image 2], [Image 3] and [Image 4]. -
Page 34: Menu Navigation
Menu Navigation Note Navigating through the menu Some items may not be adjusted or used for certain signal formats input to the projector. The MENU items Operating procedure that cannot be adjusted or used are shown in gray characters, and they cannot be selected. Press the -
Page 35: Main Menu
Menu Navigation Main menu Sub menu The main menu consists of the following 9 menu The sub-menu screen of the selected main menu items. appears, and you can set and adjust the various items When a main menu item is selected, the screen in the submenu. - Page 36 Menu Navigation Image adjust [ Setting [ Sub-menu item Factory default Page Sub-menu item Factory default Page Contrast Language English Brightness Menu position Center Color* Auto setup Tint* Background Blue Color temp. Display Logo Green HDMI setup Blue Terminal Computer 2 Sharpness Power management Shut down...
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Page 37: Input Menu
Input menu The preset system is manually adjusted in Mode 1 Select [Input] from the Main Menu (see the PC adjust Menu. The adjusted data can “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), be stored in Mode 1-10. then select the item from the sub-menu. PC Systems provided in this projector is SVGA 1 Remote control... - Page 38 Input menu Component Auto The projector automatically detects an incoming video signal, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNAL FORMAT If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a specific component video signal format among [480i], [576i], [480p], [576p], [720p], [1035i] and [1080i].
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Page 39: Auto Pc Adjust
AUTO PC adjust AUTO PC adjust Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), then select the item from the sub-menu. Control panel Remote control Auto PC adj. Auto PC adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal and Vertical positions to conform to your computer. -
Page 40: Manual Pc Adjust
Manual PC adjust Manual PC adjust Horizontal Select [PC adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Horizontal]. Press thebutton to display Control panel Remote control the adjustment dialog box. -
Page 41: Current Mode
Manual PC adjust Current mode Reset To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return Press ▲▼ to select [Current mode]. to their previous figures. Press ► or thebutton to Press ▲▼ to select [Reset]. enter the next submenu to show Press the ... -
Page 42: Image Select
Image select Blackboard(Green) Select [Image select] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), For the image projected on a blackboard. then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Blackboard(Green)] and then press thebutton. Remote control Control panel This mode helps enhance the image projected... -
Page 43: Image Adjust
Image adjust Image adjust Color Select [Image adjust] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), then select the item from the sub-menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Color]. Press thebutton to display Remote control Control panel the adjustment dialog box. -
Page 44: Red
Image adjust Sharpness Press ▲▼ to select [Red]. Press ▲▼ to select [Sharpness]. Press thebutton to display Press the button to display the adjustment dialog box. the adjustment dialog box. Press ◄► to adjust the setting value. Press ◄►... -
Page 45: Progressive
Image adjust Progressive Press ▲▼ to select [Progressive]. Press thebutton to display the dialog box. Press ◄► to select the desired item. An interlaced video signal can be displayed in progressive mode. Select one of the following options. [Progressive] cannot be selected when [480p], [576p], [720p], [1035i], [1080i] or [1080p] is selected. -
Page 46: Screen
Screen Screen True Select [Screen] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), Provide the image in its original size. When the then select the item from the sub-menu. original image size is larger than the panel size (1280 x 800), the projector enters to the panning mode Remote control Control panel... -
Page 47: Custom Adj
Screen To exit the Digital zoom +/– mode, press any button Custom adj. except the, and ▲▼◄► buttons. Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. To return to the previous screen size, select a screen Press ▲▼... -
Page 48: Ceiling
Screen Ceiling Reset This function is used to project the image from a To reset the adjusted data, all adjustments will return ceiling-mounted projector. to their previous figures. Press ▲▼ to select [Reset] and then Press ▲▼ to select [Ceiling] and then press the... -
Page 49: Sound
Sound Sound Select [Sound] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), then select the item from the sub-menu. Remote control Control panel Volume Press ▲▼ to select [Volume] and then Press thebutton. Press ◄► to adjust the volume. Adjustment Operation Adjustment... -
Page 50: Setting
Setting Setting Menu position Select [Setting] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), This function is used to change the position of the On- then select the item from the sub-menu. Screen Menu. Press ▲▼ to select [Menu position]. Remote control Control panel Press the... -
Page 51: Background
Setting Background Logo Select the background screen for when no input signal This function allows you to customize the screen logo is detected. with [Logo select], [Logo PIN code lock] and [Logo PIN code change] functions. Press ▲▼ to select [Background]. Press ▲▼... -
Page 52: Hdmi Setup
Setting Logo PIN code change Terminal Logo PIN code can be changed to your desired four- The COMPUTER IN 2/MONITOR OUT terminal on digit number. the back of the projector is switchable for computer 2 Press ▲▼ to select [Logo PIN code input or monitor output. -
Page 53: Direct On
Setting Direct on P-timer This function allows you to change the setting of the Press ▲▼ to select [Direct on] and P-timer and execute it. then press thebutton. Press ▲▼ to select [P-timer]. Press ▲▼ to switch between On and Press ►... -
Page 54: Closed Caption
Setting Closed caption Lamp power The closed caption is mainly used in the north This function allows you to change brightness of the America. This function shows the text information screen. contained in the image signal. Captions may not be Press ▲▼... -
Page 55: Security
Setting PIN code change Security The PIN code can be changed to your desired four- This function allows you to use the Key lock and PIN digit number. code lock function to set the security for the projector Press ▲▼ to select [PIN code change] operation. -
Page 56: Fan Control
Setting Fan control Lamp runtime This function is used to display the cumulative lamp Press ▲▼ to select [Fan control] and operating time and reset the lamp runtime. then Pressbutton. Press ▲▼ to select one among Press ▲▼ to select [Lamp runtime] and options as below. -
Page 57: Warning Log
Setting Filter counter reset After replacing the filter, be sure to reset the timer. Press ▲▼ to select [Filter counter reset]. Press thebutton. [Filter counter Reset?] appears. Select [Yes] to continue. Another confirmation dialog box appears, select [Yes] to reset the [Filter counter]. -
Page 58: Information
Information Information Lamp power Select [Information] from the Main Menu (see “Navigating through the menu” on page 34), The selected lamp mode is displayed. then select the item from the sub-menu. Lamp runtime Remote control Control panel The cumulative lamp operating time is displayed. Power management [Off] , [Ready] or [Shut down], and [timer] are displayed. -
Page 59: Lamp And Warning Indicators
LAMP and WARNING Indicators LAMP and WARNING Indicators Managing the indicated problems If a problem should occur inside the projector, theand/or indicators will inform you. Manage the indicated problems as follow. CAUTION Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Turning Off the Projector”. Æ... -
Page 60: Replacement
Replacement Before 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 24, 28) Be sure to observe the procedure “Turing off the projector” ( Æ... -
Page 61: Replacing The Unit
Replacement Replacing the unit Air filter unit Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filter become clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat buildup and adversely affect the life of the projector. - Page 62 Replacement Lamp unit The lamp unit is a consumable component. You can check the total usage time using Lamp runtime in the Information menu on page 58. It is recommended to ask an authorized engineer to replace the lamp unit. Contact your dealer. Consult your dealer to purchase a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAT100).
- Page 63 Replacement Replacing the Lamp unit CAUTION: When the projector is mounted on a ceiling, do not work with your face close to the projector. Attach the lamp unit and the lamp cover securely. When you experience difficulty in installing the lamp, remove it and try again. If you use force to install the lamp, the connector may be damaged.
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Page 64: Attaching The Lens Cover
Replacement Attaching the Lens Cover When moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period of time, attach the lens cover. Attach the lens cover according to the following procedures. Thread the string through the hole on the lens cover and then tie a knot in the string to secure it in place. -
Page 65: 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 66 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause page Is the HDMI cable securely connected? Picture from a HDMI device does not Turn off the power of the projector and the connected devices. Then turn — appear or picture is the power of the projector and the connected devices back on. not stable.
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Page 67: Technical Information
Technical Information 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. Connection Connecting terminals on projector Computer... - Page 68 Technical Information 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)
- Page 69 Technical Information Cable specifications [When connected to a computer] Computer (DTE Projector specifications) 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 SVD = S-video INPUT selection RG1 = Computer 1(RGB)
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Page 70: Other Terminals
Technical Information Other terminals Pin assignments and signal names ofterminal Pin No. Signal names Outside view GND (luminance signal) GND (color signal) Luminance signal Color signal Pin assignments and signal names of terminal Pin No. -
Page 71: List Of Compatible Signals
Technical Information List of compatible signals The following table specifies the types of signals compatible with the projectors. Format : V = VIDEO, S = S-VIDEO, C = COMPUTER, Y = YP , H = HDMI Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Picture Mode... - Page 72 Technical Information Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Picture Mode resolution * frequency Format quality * (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) 63.970 60.190 107.99 SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 65.350 60.120 122.85 65.120 59.900 122.43 ○ 48.36 60.00 65.00 68.677 84.977 94.504 ○...
- Page 73 Technical Information Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Picture Mode resolution * frequency Format quality * (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) 47.776 59.870 79.50 ○ 60.289 74.893 102.25 1280 x 768 68.633 84.837 117.50 55.993 69.991 94.964 57.675 72.004 97.817 49.600 60.050 79.36...
- Page 74 Technical Information Scanning Display Dot clock frequency Picture Mode resolution * frequency Format quality * (dots) (MHz) H (kHz) V (Hz) 47.700 60.00 86.67 1360 x 768 56.160 72.000 100.19 46.500 50.000 67.40 1366 x 768 48.360 60.00 86.67 1376 x 768 48.360 60.00 86.67...
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Page 75: Specifications
Specifications Model No. PT-TW231RE Power supply AC100 V - 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 100 V - 240 V 3.6 A - 1.8 A 310 W When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [ECO]: 0.42W Power consumption When [Standby mode] of [Setting] is set to [Network]: 9.5W Panel size 1.5 cm (0.59") (aspect ratio 16 : 10) - Page 76 Specifications Model No. PT-TW231RE 1 (D-sub 15 pin female) [RGB signal] 0.7 V [p-p] 75 Ω (When G-SYNC: 1.0 [p-p] 75 Ω COMPUTER IN 1/ HD/SYNC TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible COMPONENT IN VD TTL high impedance, automatic positive/negative polarity compatible signal] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] including synchronization signal, P...
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Page 77: Dimensions
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards Specifications DimensionsActual dimension may differ by product. 6.56(166.7) 6.29(159.8) 7.53(191.3) 4.33(110) 0.56(14.2) 0.72(18.3) 4.53(115) 3.54(90) 5.60(142.2) 3.94(100) 6.77(172) 15.11(383.8) 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 78: Index
Index Installing and Removing batteries ..19 Sound ..........49 About Your Projector.......15 Specifications .........75 Standard .........42 Accessories ........13 Keystone.........47 Standby mode ........53 Adjusting front adjustable feet ..22 Sub menu ........35 Attaching the Lens Cover ....64 Switching the input signal ....30 AUTO PC adjust ......39 LAMP and WARNING Indicators ..59 Auto setup ........50 LAMP indicator .......59... - Page 79 Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Panasonic Corporation Web Site : http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/ © Panasonic Corporation 2012 SS0212-0...