Panasonic PT-50LCZ70 Operating Instruction

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Page 1: Operating Instructions
ATSC Digital Television Standard. As an NERGY ® Partner, Panasonic Corporation of North America has determined that this product or product model meets the for energy efficiency. LIFI™ HDTV ViV A...
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit. Note to CATV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) WARNING AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Page 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.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Before Using ... 6 Start ! Location of Controls ... 9 Installation ... 12 Recommended AV Connections ... 21 Power ON / OFF ... 24 Tuning channels ... 26 Now ! Projection Display Operation ... 29 ASPECT Controls ... 33 EZ Sync™...
Page 6: Before Using
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.
Page 7 < Side view > < Side view > 30º 30º 30º 30º At least At least 1.8 m (PT-50LCZ70/PT-50LCZ7/PT-50LCZ70-K) / 1.8 m (PT-50LCZ70/PT-50LCZ7/PT-50LCZ70-K) / 2.0 m (PT-56LCZ70/PT-56LCZ7/PT-56LCZ70-K) / 2.0 m (PT-56LCZ70/PT-56LCZ7/PT-56LCZ70-K) / 2.2 m (PT-61LCZ70/PT-61LCZ7/PT-61LCZ70-K). 2.2 m (PT-61LCZ70/PT-61LCZ7/PT-61LCZ70-K). Remote Control Battery Installation Requires two AA batteries (supplied).
Page 8 Before Using (continued) Cleaning To ensure continued excellent performance from this product, periodic cleaning is recommended. Projection Display Projection Display Picture Screen Picture Screen The unit contains many The unit contains many plastic parts. For this reason plastic parts. For this reason DO NOT use benzine, DO NOT use benzine, thinner or other chemicals...
Page 9: Location Of Controls
Location of Controls Remote Control 1 POWER Press to turn ON and OFF. 2 SD Press to view from SD Card. Sets the remote to control television or digital television. VCR, DBS/CBL, Sets the remote to control other devices. 4 MENU Press to display Main Menu.
Page 10 Location of Controls (continued) Controls and Terminals on the Projection Display Front View <Model PT-56LCZ70 unit shown> POWER Press to turn ON and OFF. button (p. 24, 61, 62) POWER Lights up green when power indicator is ON. (p. 24, 61, 62) Lights up or flashes when the LAMP lamp unit is malfunctioning.
Page 11 Rear View <Model PT-56LCZ70 unit shown> Vent Vent Input terminal for an VHF/UHF Cable In antenna or cable box signal. HDMI Input Connect from other Audio 1 Terminal 1 component. (HDMI 1) S Video/Video Input Connect from other Connector 1 component.
Page 12: Installation
PC connection. Notes • If your Panasonic DVD Recorder is compatible with EZ Sync (HDAVI control 2), you can operate your Panasonic DVD Recorder with this Projection Display’s remote control (EZ Sync™ on page 34).
Page 13 Antenna terminal If using Cable Box : Set the TV channel to CH3, CH4, or select the appropriate input. Note • For additional assistance, visit us at : www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca Back of the unit AC 120 V 60 Hz Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections.)
Page 14 Installation (continued) Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) Projection Display CAUTION When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cable, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminal. To connect antenna terminals Back of the unit AC 120 V 60 Hz Power Cord Antenna terminal DVD Recorder...
Page 15 ■ To use HDMI terminals • Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting this Projection Display and the devices. ■ To use COMPONENT terminals • Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below.) ■...
Page 16 Installation (continued) Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver Projection Display CAUTION When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cable, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminal. To connect antenna terminals Back of the unit AC 120 V 60 Hz Power Cord Antenna terminal...
Page 17 ■ To use HDMI terminals HDMI AV IN DVD Recorder • Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. ■ To use COMPONENT terminals white AUDIO IN DVD Recorder green COMPONENT VIDEO IN blue •...
Page 18 (HDMI AV OUT) Notes • It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. (p. 52) • When Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or the S VIDEO OUT terminal, refer to page 17 “To use COMPONENT terminals” or “To use S VIDEO terminals”.
Page 19 Example 5 Connecting PC Projection Display To connect PC terminals Back of the unit AC 120 V 60 Hz Power Cord PC IN Terminal (D-SUB 15P) Pin Layouts 15 14 13 12 11 Connection port view 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.
Page 20 Installation (continued) 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.
Page 21: Recommended Av Connections
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.panasonic.com Cable TV Cable Box ■...
Page 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.
Page 23: Hdmi Connection
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. HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a Set Top Box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
Page 24: Use Power On / Off
Power ON / OFF 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.
Page 25: Auto Program
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.
Page 26: Tuning Channels
Tuning channels 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.
Page 27 6. Press ▲▼ to select “ANT in”. 7. Press ◄► to select “Antenna” or “Cable”. Program channel Program channel ANT in ANT in Auto Auto Manual Manual Signal meter Signal meter 8. Press ▲▼ to select “Auto”. 9. Press OK to display the Auto program menu. Program channel Program channel ANT in...
Page 28 Tuning channels (continued) 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.
Page 29: Now ! Projection Display Operation
Projection Display 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. Or, press ▲▼ to select the input of your choice, then press •...
Page 30 Projection Display operation (continued) 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. These channels behave as sub-channels within a single channel. When tuning to a digital channel, the unit will also tune to a program and will indicate the channel and program in the on-screen Channel Banner display.
Page 31 Display the SUB MENU This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions. Procedure 1. Press SUB MENU to display the Setup SUB MENU. Setup SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Surf mode Surf mode Set favorite Set favorite Caption select Caption select Signal meter Signal meter Favorite Feature...
Page 32 Projection Display operation (continued) Use Favorite Feature Procedure 1. Press FAVORITE. • Press FAVORITE repeatedly to change between pages (1/3, 2/3, 3/3, or exit). Pressing ◄► also changes the page. 2. Press ▲▼ or a NUMBER keys (1-9 and 0) to highlight a channel on the list.
Page 33: Aspect Controls
ASPECT Con trols 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. JUST JUST FULL FULL • When an HD signal (1080p/1080i/720p) is received, the mode switches between FULL, H-FILL, JUST, and ZOOM.
Page 34: Ez Sync™ Feature
EZ Sync™ Feature Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “EZ Sync”. Press to display the EZ Sync 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.
Page 35: Picture Adjustments
Picture Adjustments Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Picture” icon. Press to display the Picture menu. Menu EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup • While Main Menu (only) is displayed, pressing MENU will exit the menu screen.
Page 36 Picture Adjustments (continued) 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.
Page 37 Depending on the signal being input, some menu items may or may not be adjustable and some functions may or may not be available. PC Adjust You can adjust the picture when “Input select” is selected to “PC”. (p. 29) Procedure 1.
Page 38: More ! Audio Adjustments
Audio Ad just ments Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Audio” icon. Press to display the Audio menu. • While Main Menu (only) is displayed, pressing MENU will exit the menu screen. ■ Return to previous level menu. Press RETURN to return to previous level menu.
Page 39 Depending on the signal being input, some menu items may or may not be adjustable and some functions may or may not be available. Item Item Explanations Explanations AI sound AI sound Equalize overall volume levels across all channels. Equalize overall volume levels across all channels. BBE ViVA HD3D (High-Definition 3D) Sound BBE ViVA HD3D (High-Definition 3D) Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D image with...
Page 40: Sleep Timer Feature
Sleep Timer Feature Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Timer” icon. Press to display the Timer menu. • While Main Menu (only) is displayed, pressing MENU will exit the menu screen. ■ Return to previous level menu. Press RETURN to return to previous level menu.
Page 41: Lock Feature
Lock Feature Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Lock” icon. Press to display the options in the Lock menu. Menu EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup • You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu.
Page 42 Lock Feature (continued) ■ 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. •...
Page 43 Game Lock Locks Channel 3, Channel 4 and external inputs. Procedure 1. Press ▲▼ to select “Game”. 2. Press ◄► to select “On” or “Off”. • On - Locks • Off - Unlocks Lock Lock Mode Mode Channel Channel Game Game Program Program...
Page 44 Lock Feature (continued) U.S. MOVIES RATINGS CHART (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has not been APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated or rating does not apply. rated or rating does not apply.
Page 45 CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS CHART Exempt - Exempt programming. Exempt - Exempt programming. General - Programming intended for audience of all General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately.
Page 46: Viewing From Sd Card
(Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) damage of recorded data.)
Page 47 Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Memory card” icon. Press to display the Photo viewer. Menu EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup • The SD button may also be pressed for Photo viewer mode.
Page 48 Viewing from SD Card (continued) Single Play Mode Accessing Accessing Rotate Rotate Prev. Prev. Next Next RETURN RETURN Slide show Slide show Displays one at a time Displays one at a time Navigation Area Navigation Area Rotate 90 degrees (counter-clockwise). Rotate 90 degrees (counter-clockwise).
Page 49: Setup Features
Setup Features Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “Setup” icon. Press to display the Setup menu. Menu EZ Sync Picture Audio Timer Lock Memory card Setup • While Main Menu (only) is displayed, pressing MENU will exit the menu screen.
Page 50 Setup Features (continued) 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.
Page 51 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. Press ▲▼ to select “CC”. 2.
Page 52 Digital Digital Primary Primary Digital setting Digital setting CC reset CC reset EZ Sync™ “HDAVI Control™”* * Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” Digital setting Digital setting equipped components using one button on one remote. Size Size Automatic Automatic Font...
Page 53 • • DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if Power off Power off it is still in rec mode.
Page 54 DVD recorder, Home theater, and HD camcorder models) In the EZ Sync menu, you can select an HDMI connected Panasonic equipment and access it quickly. Continue using this Projection Display’s remote control to operate the equipment, pointing it at the Projection Display.
Page 55 To conserve energy, this Projection Display To conserve energy, this Projection Display automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL continues automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL continues more than 10 minutes. more than 10 minutes. Notes Notes • • Not in use when setting “PC”, “Photo viewer mode”, Not in use when setting “PC”, “Photo viewer mode”, No signal No signal...
Page 56: Operating Peripheral Equipment
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. •...
Page 57: Remote Control Operation/Code List
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. This remote control is not designed to cover operation of all functions of all models.
Page 58 1076, 1142, 1377, 1392, 1442, 1640 Dish Network 0775, 1505 System Brand Code Brand 0144 Pace General 0003, 0012, 0276, Instrument 0476, 0810 Panasonic Gibralter 0003 Paragon 0883 Penney GoldStar 0144 Philips Hamlin 0009, 0273 Pioneer Hitachi 0003, 0008, 0009...
Page 59 0000, 0002, 0121, 1972 0184, 0209, 0240, 0278, 0479, 1479 0000, 0035, 0047 Panama 0035 0000, 0035, 0037, 0042, 0045, 0089 Panasonic 0000, 0035, 0162, 0225, 0614, 0616, 1972 1035, 1062, 1244 Penney 0000, 0035, 0037, 1972 0038, 0042, 0047,...
Page 60 0675 Go Video 0741 1164 Brand Code Philips 0739 Samsung 0739 Brand Code Brand Hughes Network 0739 Northgate Systems Panasonic Humax 0739 Philips Hush 1972 iBUYPOWER 1972 ReplayTV Linksys 1972 Samsung Media Center PC 1972 Sonic Blue Microsoft 1972 Sony...
Page 61: Warning Indicators
Warning Indicators 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 POWER Flashes orange 1 time. Indicator Flashes orange 2 times.
Page 62: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Problem Power does not turn ON. Remote Control/ Unit buttons do not function. Power does not turn ON or OFF. Image is distorted. Image freezes. The power Power turns off while another turns OFF.
Page 63: Specifications
Specifications PT-50LCZ70/PT-50LCZ7/ Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power ON: Power Consumption Power OFF: 0.74″ Poly silicon TFT LCD panel × 3 LCD panels 2 073 600 (1 920 × 1 080) stripe pixels × 3 panels (16:9) Display 50-inch, 16 : 9 aspect ratio Speaker 2 Speakers 20 W [10 W + 10 W ] (10 % THD)
Page 64: Customer Services Directory (For U.s.a.)
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Page 65: Limited Warranty (For U.s.a.)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product.
Page 66: Limited Warranty (For Canada)
LCD Rear Projection TV In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility.
Page 67: Index
Index 1080i ... 23 1080p... 23 480i ... 23 480p... 23 720p... 23 ASPECT button ... 9, 33 Automatic program setting... 26 Auto shut off ... 24 Blocking Messages... 45 Block program ... 43 Card Warning Messages ... 46 Channel and Program Tuning ... 30 Channel Lock (Block channel selection) ...
Page 68 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”), Division of Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

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