Operating Instructions
LCD Projector
Model No.
PT-AE4000U
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully, and save this manual for future use.
Please read the functional instructions that is in the provided CD-ROM for more details.
TQBJ0309
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Important Information
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Important Safety Notice
Dear Panasonic Customer:
The following information should be read and understood as it provides details, which will enable you to operate
the projector in a manner which is both safe to you and your environment, and conforms to legal requirements
regarding the use of projectors. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this projector, please read these
instructions completely and save this booklet with the projector for future reference. We hope it will help you to get
the most out of your new product, and that you will be pleased with your Panasonic LCD projector.
The serial number of your product may be found on its bottom. You should note it in the space provided below and
retain this booklet in case service is required.
Model number:
Serial number:
PT-AE4000U
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Power Supply: This LCD Projector is designed to operate on 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz AC, house current only.
CAUTION:
The AC power cord which is supplied with the projector as an accessory can only be used for
power supplies up to 125 V, 7 A. If you need to use higher voltages or currents than this, you will
need to obtain a separate 250 V power cord. If you use the accessory cord in such situations,
fire may result.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
CAUTION:
This equipment is equipped with a three-pin grounding-type power
plug. Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This plug
will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.
Do not remove
NOTICE:
This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may
be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities, or the Electronic Industries Alliance:
http://www.eiae.org
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Important Safety Notice
WARNING:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION:
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when
connecting to computers or peripheral devices. Any unauthorized changes
or modifications to this equipment will void the users authority to operate.
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Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)
Pursuant to at the directive 2005/32/EC amended by 2008/28/EC, article 14
Panasonic Testing Center
Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany
WARNING: Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of
Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number:
Trade Name:
Responsible party:
Address:
Telephone number:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
PT-AE4000U
Panasonic
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
(888) 411 - 1996
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
Environment care information for users in China
This symbol is only valid in China.
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PT-AE4000U includes the
following features and many
more…
Lens Memory
Memorize focus/zoom position of the lens,
for easy transition between different aspect
contents (ex. 16:9 to 2.35:1).
With auto switching capability.
Waveform Monitor
Adjust the luminance level of the input signal
to display full dynamic range of the content.
VIERA Link
Control multiple Panasonic devices and other
CEC compatible devices via HDMI cable using
the projector remote.
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Quick steps
1.
Set up your projector
See “Setting up” on page 14.
2.
Connect with other devices
See “Connections” on page 15.
3.
Prepare the remote control
See “Remote control” on
page 11.
Split Adjust Mode
Perform adjustments to the image by viewing
the before and after image side by side.
4.
Start projecting
See “Switching the projector
on/off” on page 16.
Consult the Functional Instructions included in
the CD-ROM for instructions on how to use these
features.
5.
Adjust the image
See “Menu Navigation” on
page 19.
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Contents
Important Information
Important Safety Notice ................................ 2
Precautions with regard to safety ................ 6
WARNING .......................................................... 6
CAUTION ........................................................... 7
Cautions when transporting ..................................8
Cautions when installing..................................... 8
Cautions on use ................................................. 9
Cleaning and maintenance................................. 9
Disposal.............................................................. 9
Accessories ...................................................... 10
Preparation
About Your Projector ................................... 11
Remote control ..................................................11
Projector body .................................................. 12
Getting Started
Setting up ..................................................... 14
Screen size and throw distance ....................... 14
Projection method ............................................ 14
Lens shift and positioning ................................. 15
Connections ................................................. 15
Before connecting to the projector ................... 15
Basic Operation
Switching the projector on/off .................... 16
Power cord ....................................................... 16
Power indicator................................................. 16
Switching on the projector ................................ 17
Switching off the projector ................................ 17
Projecting an image ..................................... 18
Selecting the input signal ................................. 18
Positioning the image ....................................... 18
Settings
Menu Navigation .......................................... 19
Navigating through the MENU.......................... 19
Menu list ........................................................... 20
VIERA Link™ ................................................ 23
Using the Link functions (VIERA Link).............. 23
Maintenance
TEMP and LAMP Indicators ........................ 25
Managing the indicated problems .................... 25
Care and Replacement ................................ 26
Cleaning the projector ...................................... 26
Replacing the lamp unit .................................... 27
Troubleshooting ........................................... 29
Appendix
Technical Information .................................. 30
Ceiling mount bracket safeguards .................... 30
List of compatible signals ................................. 31
Specifications ................................................... 32
Trademark acknowledgements ........................ 34
Dimensions....................................................... 34
Index ............................................................. 35
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Precautions with regard to safety
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.
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ON USE/INSTALLATION
Do not place liquid containers on top of the
projector.
If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire or
electric shocks will result.
If any water gets inside the projector, contact an
Authorized Service Center.
Do not place the projector on soft materials
such as carpets or sponge mats.
Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can
cause burns, fire or damage to the projector.
Do not set up the projector in humid or dusty
places or in places where the projector may
come into contact with oily smoke or steam,
ex., a bathroom.
Using the projector under such conditions will result
in fire, electric shocks or components deterioration.
Components deterioration (such as ceiling mount
brackets) may cause the projector which is mounted on
the ceiling to fall down.
Do not install this projector in a place which
is not strong enough to take the full weight
of the projector or on top of a surface which
is sloped or unstable.
Failure to observe this will cause projector to fall down
or tip over the projector, and severe injury or damage
could result.
Do not place another projector or other
heavy objects on top of the projector.
Failure to observe this will cause the projector to
become unbalanced and fall, which could result in
damage or injury. The projector will be damaged or
deformed.
Installation work (such as ceiling suspension)
should only be carried out by a qualified
technician.
If installation is not carried out and secured correctly it
can cause injury or accidents, such as electric shocks.
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Do not use anything other than an authorized
ceiling mount bracket.
Be sure to use the provided accessory wire as an
extra safety measure to prevent the projector from
falling down. (Install in a different location to the
ceiling mount bracket)
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Do not cover the air inlet port or the air
outlet port.
Doing so will cause the projector to overheat, which can
cause fire or damage to the projector.
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Do not place the projector in narrow, badly
ventilated places such as closets or bookshelves.
Do not place the projector on cloth or papers, as
these materials could be drawn into the air inlet
port.
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If foreign objects or water get inside the projector,
cut off the power supply.
If the projector is dropped or the cabinet is broken,
cut off the power supply.
If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming
from the projector, cut off the power supply.
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Please contact an Authorized Service Center for repairs,
and do not attempt to repair the projector yourself.
During a thunderstorm, do not touch the
projector or the cable.
Electric shocks can result.
Do not do anything that might damage the
power cord or the power plug.
If the power cord is used while damaged, electric
shocks, short-circuits or fire will result.
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Do not damage the power cord, make any
modifications to it, place it near any hot objects,
bend it excessively, twist it, pull it, place heavy
objects on top of it or wrap it into a bundle.
Ask an Authorized Service Center to carry out any repairs
to the power cord that might be necessary.
Insert the power plug securely into the wall
outlet.
If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or
overheating will result.
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Do not use anything other than the provided power
cord and ground in the wall outlet.
Do not use plugs which are damaged or wall outlets
which are coming loose from the wall.
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Clean the power plug regularly to prevent it
from becoming covered in dust.
Failure to observe this will cause a fire.
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If dust builds up on the power plug, the resulting
humidity can damage the insulation.
If not using the projector for an extended period of
time, pull the power plug out from the wall outlet.
Pull the power plug out from the wall outlet and wipe it
with a dry cloth regularly.
Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
Failure to observe this will result in electric shocks.
Do not overload the wall outlet.
If the power supply is overloaded (ex., by using too
many adapters), overheating may occur and fire will
result.
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Do not place your hands or other objects
close to the air outlet port.
Doing so will cause burns or damage your hands or
other objects.
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Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not
place your hands or face, or objects which cannot
withstand heat close to this port.
Do not look into or touch the lights emitted
from the lens while the projector is being used.
Doing so can cause burns or loss of sight.
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Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. Do
not look or place your hands directly into this light.
Be especially careful not to let young children look
into the lens. In addition, turn off the power and
disconnect the power plug when you are away from
the projector.
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ACCESSORIES
Do not insert any foreign objects into the
projector.
Doing so will cause fire or electric shocks.
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Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects
into the projector or drop them onto the projector.
Never attempt to remodel or disassemble
the projector.
High voltages can cause fire or electric shocks.
For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please
contact an Authorized Service Center.
Do not use the projector while the projection
lens cap is still attached to the projection lens.
If this is not observed, the lens cap will be damaged
and fire will occur.
Do not use or handle the batteries improperly,
and refer to the following.
Failure to observe this will cause burns, batteries to
leak, overheat, explode or catch fire.
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Do not use unspecified batteries.
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Use manganese batteries or alkaline batteries.
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Do not dissemble dry cell batteries.
Do not heat the batteries or place them into water
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or fire.
Do not allow the + and − terminals of the batteries
to come into contact with metallic objects such as
necklaces or hairpins.
Do not store batteries together with metallic objects.
Store the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them
away from metallic objects.
Make sure the polarities (+ and −) are correct when
inserting the batteries.
Do not use a new battery together with an old
battery or mix different types of batteries.
Do not use batteries with the outer cover peeling
away or removed.
Remove the empty batteries from the remote
control at once.
Insulate the battery using tape or something similar
before disposal.
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Precautions with regard to safety
Do not allow children to reach the batteries.
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The battery can cause death by suffocation if
swallowed.
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.
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If the battery fluid leaks, do not touch it with
bare hands, and take the following measures
if necessary.
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Battery fluid on your skin or clothing could result in
skin inflammation or injury.
Rinse with clean water and seek medical advice
immediately.
Battery fluid coming in contact with your eyes could
result in loss of sight.
In this case, do not rub your eyes. Rinse with clean
water and seek medical advice immediately.
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Do not disassemble the lamp unit.
If the lamp breaks, it could cause injury.
Lamp replacement
The lamp has high internal pressure. If improperly handled,
an explosion and severe injury or accidents will result.
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Replacement of the lamp should be carried out by a
qualified technician.
The lamp can easily explode if struck against hard
objects or dropped.
Before replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect
the power plug from the wall outlet.
Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not
done.
When replacing the lamp, allow it to cool for at least
one hour before handling it otherwise it can cause
burns.
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Do not allow infants or pets to touch the
remote control unit.
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Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of
infants and pets after using it.
CAUTION
POWER
When disconnecting the power cord, hold
the plug, not the cord.
If the power cord itself is pulled, the cord 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 and remove
the batteries from the remote control.
Disconnect the power plug from the wall
outlet before carrying out any cleaning.
Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
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ON USE/INSTALLATION
Precautions with regard to safety
Do not put your weight on this projector.
You could fall or the projector could break, and injury
will result.
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Be especially careful not to let young children stand
or sit on the projector.
Do not place the projector in extremely hot
locations.
Doing so will cause the outer casing or internal
components to deteriorate, or result in fire.
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Take particular care in locations exposed to direct
sunlight or near stoves.
ACCESSORIES
Always disconnect all cables before moving
the projector.
Moving the projector with cables still attached can
damage the cables, which will cause fire or electric
shocks to occur.
Do not use the old lamp unit.
If used, it could cause lamp explosion.
If the lamp has broken, ventilate the room
immediately. Do not touch or bring your face
close to the broken pieces.
Failure to observe this will cause the user to absorb
the gas which was released when the lamp broke and
which contains nearly the same amount of mercury as
fluorescent lamps, and the broken pieces will cause
injury.
If you believe that you have absorbed the gas or that the
gas has got into your eyes or mouth, seek medical advice
immediately.
Ask your dealer about replacing the lamp unit and check
the inside of the projector.
Do not place your hands in the openings
beside the optical lens, while shifting the lens.
Failure to observe this could cause injury.
Do not use projectors with the adjustable
feet or lens unit cover removed.
If this not observed, the sets will not operate correctly
or accidents will result.
Cautions when transporting
When transporting the projector or carrying it around,
make sure that the lens cap is always in place, and
remove the lens. Please take care to keep them away
from vibration and impacts, both the projector and
the lens are precision-made and easily susceptible to
damage.
When transporting the projector, the adjuster legs must
be housed and do not hold them. Please securely hold
only its bottom and none of its other parts or surfaces
as this will result in malfunctions.
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Cautions when installing
Do not use under the following
conditions.
Do not set up the projector outdoors.
The projector is designed for indoor use only.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to
vibration or shocks.
If the projector is installed in a place where
vibrations are transmitted or mounted in a car or a
vessel, vibrations or impacts will result in damage to
the internal parts, causing failure. Install the product
in a place free from vibrations and impacts.
Avoid setting up in places which are subject to
sudden temperature changes, such as near an
air conditioner or lighting equipment.
Failure to observe this will result in malfunctions or
the lamp life will be shortened.
See “TEMP indicator” on page 25.
Avoid setting up in places which are near high-
voltage power lines or near motors.
The product will be exposed to interference if it is
installed in the vicinity of high-voltage electrical
power lines or power sources.
Do not install the projector at elevations higher
than 2 700 m (8 858 ft) above sea level.
If using this projector at high elevations 1 400 -
2 700 m (4 593 - 8 858 ft) above sea level, set the
HIGH ALTITUDE MODE to ON.
Failure to observe this will result in malfunctions
or the lamp life or life of other components will be
shortened.
Be sure to ask a specialized
technician when installing the
product to a ceiling.
If the product is to be installed hanging from the ceiling,
purchase an optional hanging attachment (For high
ceilings: Model No. ET-PKE1000S, For low ceilings:
Model No. ET-PKE2000). Please call a specialized
technician or contact an Authorized Service Center for
installation.
Be sure to put on the lens unit cover
after installing the projection lens.
Lens Focus
If this not done, dust will collect inside the projector and
problems with the projector can result.
Do not adjust the lens focus in the initial period after
switching the projector on. The high clarity projector
lens is thermally affected by the light from the light
source, making the focus unstable in the period just
after switching on. Please allow a warm-up time before
adjusting the lens focus.