Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PT-50LCZ70 Panasonic
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LSQT1225 B LIFI™ HDTV Operating Instructions PT-50LCZ70 / PT-56LCZ70 / PT-61LCZ70 / PT-50LCZ7 / PT-56LCZ7 / PT-61LCZ7 / PT-50LCZ70-K / PT-56LCZ70-K / PT-61LCZ70-K Models No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
2 1) Read these instructions before using, connecting or adjusting this product. 2) Keep these instructions for future reference. 3) Heed all warnings on the product and in this Operating Instructions manual. 4) Follow all instructions carefully. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
3 Getting Start ed AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD. CAUTION (1) This Projection Display is intended to be used with t.
4 Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Projection Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
5 Getting Start ed To Start ! Use Now ! Enjoy More ! Other Information ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................... 2 Before Using ..................................................................................... 6 Location of Controls .
6 Before Using Receiver Location This Projection Display is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options. Situate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen.
7 Getting Start ed Remote Control Battery Installation Requires two AA batteries (supplied). 1. While pressing in on the catch, open cover in direction of arrow. 2 . Install batteries in the battery compartment. Battery polarity (+) and (-) must match the markings inside the compartment.
8 Before Using (continued) Cleaning To ensure continued excellent performance from this product, periodic cleaning is recommended. Projection Display The unit contains many plastic parts. For this reason DO NOT use benzine, thinner or other chemicals to clean the unit.
9 Getting Start ed Remote Control 1 POWER Press to turn ON and OFF. 2 SD Press to view from SD Card. 3 TV Sets the remote to control television or digital television. VCR, DBS/CBL, DVD Sets the remote to control other devices. 4 MENU Press to display Main Menu.
10 Location of Controls (continued) Controls and Terminals on the Projection Display Front View <Model PT-56LCZ70 unit shown> Remote Control Sensor 1 POWER button Press to turn ON and OFF. (p. 24, 61, 62) 2 POWER indicator Lights up green when power is ON.
11 Getting Start ed Vent Notes Make sure the vents are not blocked. (This could cause damage.) Indication on the back panel may change without notice. • • Vent Rear View <Model PT-56LCZ70 unit shown> 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 91 0 11 15 16 13 12 14 17 1 VHF/UHF Cable In Input terminal for an antenna or cable box signal.
12 Installation Connected Equipment Introduction (Signal source) Watching TV VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): Conventional broadcasting ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Co.
13 Getting Start ed Example 1 Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) To connect antenna terminals Cable TV Projection Display VHF/UHF Antenna Note For additional assistance, visit us at : www.
14 Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) To connect antenna terminals DVD Recorder or VCR Projection Display VHF/UHF Antenna ANT OUT ANT IN Antenna terminal Back of the unit VHF.
15 Getting Start ed High-Definition Standard-Definition Notes Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording. When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR.
16 Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver DVD Recorder or VCR Projection Display VHF/UHF Antenna Satellite Receiver ANT OUT ANT IN Antenna terminal Back of the unit VHF/UHF Antenna Power Cord To use HDMI terminals (p. 15) To use COMPONENT terminals (p.
17 Getting Start ed To connect DVD recorder and satellite receiver To connect VCR and satellite receiver To use HDMI terminals ■ To use COMPONENT terminals ■ To use COMPOSITE terminals ■ To use S VIDEO terminals ■ Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound.
18 Installation (continued) Example 4 Connecting Home Theater and DVD recorder To connect HDMI terminals DVD Recorder Projection Display Home Theater Back of the unit Power Cord DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI AV OUT HDMI AV IN HDMI AV OUT Home Theater (AV amp) DVD Recorder Notes It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
19 Getting Start ed Example 5 Connecting PC To connect PC terminals Projection Display PC MONITOR OUT AUDIO OUT Back of the unit Power Cord Notes Some PC models cannot be connected to the set. A conversion adapter is required to use the RGB cable (D-SUB 15P) (Not included) to connect a Macintosh computer to the set.
20 RGB signals that can be input The table below lists the different types of RGB signals that can be input. If a signal which differs greatly from the types listed below is input, the picture may not be displayed correctly, or a black background may be displayed.
21 Getting Start ed These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect this Projection Display to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions and the specifications for each piece of equipment. (p. 63) For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.
22 EZ Sync™ Connections Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control of a single AV piece of equipment such as a Panasonic DIGA-DVD recorder, RAM theater, or Player theater system. Refer to pages 52-54 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information.
23 Getting Start ed HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting this Projection Display and the devices.
24 Turning the Power ON and OFF Always be sure to follow the procedure given below to turn the Projection Display power ON and OFF. The lamp cooling fan will continue to operate for approximately 3 minutes after the power is turned off. During this time, the POWER indicator will blink Red.
25 Basic Operation First Time Setup For your convenience, First Time Setup menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on for the first time. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed on-screen for setting up the features. Language The language of the on-screen display is set to English as the factory setting.
26 Switching languages for display Allows you to select the language used for On-Screen Displays. Procedure 1. Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. 2. Press ▲▼ to select “Setup” icon. 3. Press OK to display the Setup menu. 4. Press ▲▼ to select “Language”.
27 Basic Operation 6. Press ▲▼ to select “ANT in”. 7. Press ◄► to select “Antenna” or “Cable”. 8. Press ▲▼ to select “Auto”. 9. Press OK to display the Auto program menu. 10 . Press ▲▼ to select “All channels”, “Analog only”, or “Digital only”.
28 8. Press ◄► to select “Edit”. 9. Press OK to enter the edit mode. 10 . Press ▲▼ to select the desired preset channel line. 11 . Press ◄► to select edit area (“Channel,” “Caption,” “Favorite,” “Add”). Edit (Caption) When a preset Caption has been entered.
29 Basic Operation Selecting Input Mode Procedure 1. Press TV/VIDEO to display the Input select menu. 2. Press corresponding NUMBER keys to select the input of your choice.
30 Channel and Program Tuning Channel and Program tuning in digital television differs from conventional television. With DTV, many programs can exist within a single 6 MHz channel.
31 Basic Operation Display the SUB MENU This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions. Procedure 1. Press SUB MENU to display the Setup SUB MENU. Favorite Feature This feature lets you add channels to or delete channels from the Favorite channel list.
32 Analog mode Procedure 1. Press SAP button to select the desired audio mode as described below. (Arrow shows selection.) Each press of SAP button will change the audio mode as shown below. Receivable Broadcast Types The following are possible broadcast types with their accompanying on-screen displays.
33 Basic Operation Changing the Aspect Mode Lets you choose the aspect mode based on the format of the received signal and your preference. Procedure 1. The aspect mode changes each time ASPECT is pressed. When an HD signal (1080p/1080i/720p) is received, the mode switches between FULL, H-FILL, JUST, and ZOOM.
34 Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “EZ Sync”. Press to display the EZ Sync menu. EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup Menu The EZ Sync may be set using the EZ Sync button. While Main Menu (only) is displayed, pressing MENU will exit the menu screen.
35 Advanced Op er a tion Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Picture” icon. Press to display the Picture menu. Normal / Lamp / Picture / Brightness / Color / Tint / Sharpness / Color temp. / Color mgmt. / AI picture Procedure 1.
36 Picture Mode Lets you choose one of four preset Picture Modes that best suits the program that you are viewing. Selecting this feature will also affect Color Temperature setting. Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “Picture mode”. 2. Press ◄► to select picture mode.
37 Advanced Op er a tion PC Adjust You can adjust the picture when “Input select” is selected to “PC”. (p. 29) Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “PC adjust”. 2. Press OK to display the PC adjust menu. 3. Press ▲▼ to select each item.
38 Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Audio” icon. Press to display the Audio menu. Normal / Bass / Treble / Balance Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select each item. 2. Press ◄► to adjust each item. Other Adjust Other detailed audio adjustments can be made.
39 Advanced Op er a tion Notes “BBE VIVA 3D”, “BBE”, and “Audio leveler” do not work when “Speaker output” is set to “Off”. Sound signals are output from the rear AUDIO OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. (p. 21) When volume is adjusted or the MUTE button is pressed from the Remote Control, a message will be displayed.
40 Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Timer” icon. Press to display the Timer menu. EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup Menu Set Sleep Timer Press to set unit to shut itself off after a preselected amount of time.
41 Advanced Op er a tion This Projection Display is designed to support the “Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System” when available. (Available only in U.S.A.) Enter Password A 4-digit password must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings.
42 Enter Password Procedure 1. Press NUMBER keys to enter your password. 2. Upon entering the 4 digit password, the Lock menu is displayed. Notes Once ratings are set, restricted tapes or programs cannot be accessed unless the secret password is entered.
43 Advanced Op er a tion Game Lock Locks Channel 3, Channel 4 and external inputs. Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “Game”. 2. Press ◄► to select “On” or “Off”.
44 U.S. MOVIES RATINGS CHART (MPAA) U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS CHART The TV Parental Guidelines has 7 levels of age-based ratings that can be selected. These 7 levels are split into 2 age-based groups: Youth Age-based Ratings and Guidance Age-based Ratings.
45 Advanced Op er a tion CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS CHART Blocking Messages Various Blocking messages are displayed on-screen depending upon the type of blocking you have selected in the Lock menu. Note Entering the password will override the block condition.
46 Notes Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (4 GB), SD Card (2 GB), mini SD Card (1 GB) (requiring mini SD Card adapter). Remove the Card carefully to prevent it from popping out of the slot too fast. Insert the Card With the SD logo facing upward, insert the Card horizontally into the SD Card Slot.
47 Advanced Op er a tion Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Memory card” icon. Press to display the Photo viewer. EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup Menu Photo viewer Mode The screen below is displayed automatically while a card is inserted.
48 Viewing from SD Card (continued) Single Play Mode Display/hide Navigation area Press RECALL. To Watch Photos in Slide Show Mode Procedure 1. Press R to start Slide Show in Photo viewer mode or Single Play mode. Notes For large image sizes, the display time will be longer than the number of seconds set.
49 Advanced Op er a tion EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup Menu Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Setup” icon. Press to display the Setup menu. Surf Mode You may choose the way in which channels are selected with ▲▼ .
50 5. Press ◄► to select desired channel. Note The signal meter works only for digital signals input via the antenna. Input labels To label video input connections for on-screen display. Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “External devices”. 2.
51 Advanced Op er a tion CC (Closed Caption) The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a visual display of the audio portion. The program viewed must provide Closed Caption (CC) for the television to display it. Procedure 1.
52 Digital settings Selecting digital broadcast service and viewing formats. Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “Digital setting”. 2. Press OK to display the Digital setting menu. 3. Press ▲▼ to select each item. 4. Press ◄► to select the setting.
53 Advanced Op er a tion Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “EZ Sync setting”. 2. Press OK to display the EZ Sync setting menu. 3. Press ▲▼ to select “EZ Sync”. 4. Press ◄► to select “On”. Default setting is “On”. If no HDMI devices are connected or standard HDMI (without “EZ Sync”) is used, set to “Off”.
54 2. Press ▲▼ to select “Speaker output”. 3. Press ◄► to select “TV” or “Home theater”. Home theater: Adjustment for equipment. Press VOL +/- for desired volume level. Press MUTE to mute the sound. Notes The sound of TV is muted. When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers become active.
55 Advanced Op er a tion About Display the TV set Version and Software License. Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “About”. 2. Press OK to display the About screen. 3. Press ▲▼ to select “Version” or “License”. 4. Press OK to display the Version or License screen.
56 Operating Peripheral Equipment You can operate other manufacturers’ equipment using this Projection Display’s remote control. Procedure 1. Connect the external equipment to the Projection Display and Power Off the external equipment. 2. Press POWER and OK simultaneously for more than 3 seconds.
57 Information Remote Control Operation/Code List The following explains how to operate external devices with the remote control. Register the remote control codes (p. 56) if you want to operate an external device of another manufacturer. (p. 58-60) Note Operation may not be possible depending on the available memory size of the remote control.
58 Remote Control Operation/Code List (continued) Remote Control Code List ■ Brand Code A-Mark 0008, 0144 ABC 0003, 0008, 0237 Accuphase 0003 Acorn 0237 Action 0237 Active 0237 Americast 0899 Archer.
59 Information Brand Code A-Mark 0000, 0037, 0240, 0278 ABS 1972 Admiral 0039, 0047, 0048, 0060, 0209, 0479 Adventura 0000, 0037, 0240 Aiko 0278 Aiwa 0000, 0037 Alba 0209, 0278 Alienware 1972 Allegro .
60 Brand Code Hughes Network Systems 0739 DBS/PVR Combination (V) ( ) Brand Code Philips 0739 Samsung 0739 Brand Code ABS 1972 Alienware 1972 CyberPower 1972 Dell 1972 DirecTV 0739 Gateway 1972 Hewlet.
61 Information Indicator lights on the front of the unit alert you to the unit’s internal condition. (p. 10) If the Power or LAMP indicators flash, turn unit off and follow the directions below. Indicator Symptom Problem Possible Solution POWER Indicator Flashes orange 1 time.
62 Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Problem Possible solution Page Power does not turn ON. Is the power cord plugged in? • 24 Remote Control/ Unit buttons do not function. Power does not turn ON or OFF.
63 Information PT-50LCZ70/PT-50LCZ7/ PT-50LCZ70-K PT-56LCZ70/PT-56LCZ7/ PT-56LCZ70-K PT-61LCZ70/PT-61LCZ7/ PT-61LCZ70-K Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption Power ON: Approx. 360 W Power OFF: Approx. 0.4 W (When cooling fan is stopped) LCD panels 0.
64 Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport or, contact us via the web at: http://www.
65 Information PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.
66 Limited Warranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
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Printed in Indonesia LSQT1225 B S0407-1077 Customer’s Record The serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and reta.
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