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Panasonic BT-LH2170 User Manual

Panasonic BT-LH2170
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SS0812KT0  -PS
Printed in Japan
ENGLISH
Model No.
BT-LH2170P
Model No.
BT-LH2170E
Operating Instructions
LCD Video Monitor
VQT4M18
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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Panasonic BT-LH2170 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelBT-LH2170
CategoryMonitor
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operating Instructions

LCD Video Monitor

General information about the LCD video monitor.

Read This First! Safety Information

General Safety and Cautions

Covers electrical safety, grounding, environmental, and physical safety warnings.

FCC Notice and Important Safety Instructions

Details FCC compliance and a comprehensive list of safety instructions.

Model BT-LH2170E: Read This First!

Safety and Cautions for BT-LH2170E

Specific safety and caution notes for the BT-LH2170E model.

Regulatory Compliance and Disposal

Information on EU directives, Turkish compliance, and India-specific disposal.

AC Mains Lead Precautions

Power Cable Selection and Fuse Replacement

Guidance on using correct AC cables and replacing fuses for safety.

Power Management Function Note

Explanation regarding the Power Management function status.

EMC Notice and Compliance

EMC Standards and Prerequisites

Information on EMC standards, environments, and conditions for compliance.

Performance and Interference Mitigation

Discusses performance levels and methods to minimize interference effects.

Transportation and Handling

Transportation Precautions

Guidelines for safe lifting, handling, and preventing damage during transport.

About This Manual

Information on manual scope, illustrations, trademarks, and references.

Usage Precautions

Key usage guidelines including pixel characteristics, installation, and environmental factors.

Accessories and Product Outline

Included and Optional Accessories

Lists standard and optional accessories provided with the unit.

Product Overview

Highlights key features like LCD panel, image processing, 3D assist, and interfaces.

Physical Dimensions

Monitor Dimensions and Mounting

Provides detailed measurements and mounting recommendations for the monitor.

Controls and Functions Overview

Front Panel Controls

Identification of controls on the front panel, including Tally Lamp and screw holes.

Rear Panel Connections

Overview of connectors and ports located on the rear panel.

Front Panel Controls and Operation

Power, Input Select, and Function Buttons

Operation of power switch, input selection, and function buttons.

Menu Navigation Controls

Usage of MENU, rotary knob, and RETURN buttons for menu interaction.

Audio Monitoring

Details on the speaker and headphone jack for audio output.

Rear Panel Connectors

Video and SDI Terminals

Description of VIDEO, SDI input/output, DVI-I, and HDMI terminals.

Audio, GPI, RS-232C, RS-485 Terminals

Details on audio input, GPI, RS-232C, and RS-485 terminals.

Power Supply Information

Connecting Power Cables

Instructions for connecting AC and DC power cables to the unit.

External DC Power Notes

Important notes regarding external DC power supply usage and safety.

Stand Installation and Removal

Detaching the Stand

Step-by-step guide for removing the monitor stand.

Attaching the Stand

Step-by-step guide for securely attaching the monitor stand.

On-Screen Display

Operating Status Display

Explanation of the indicators and information shown on the operating status display.

Menu Navigation

How to access and navigate the Main, Function, and Input Select menus.

On-Screen Menu Details

Picture Adjusting Menu

How to use the PICTURE menu for image adjustments like contrast and brightness.

Volume and Sharpness Displays

Information on the audio volume bar meter and sharpness display.

Function Display

How the status of assigned functions is displayed.

On-Screen Display Features

Audio Volume Bar Meter

Details on the audio level meter, its display modes, and color coding.

Time Code Display

Explains time code display modes and formats for SDI signals.

On-Screen Display Functions

Closed Caption (CC) Display

How closed captions are displayed from SDI or VIDEO signals.

IMD (In Monitor Display)

Functionality for displaying text and tally via RS-485 interface.

Using the On-Screen Menu

Main Menu Navigation

Step-by-step guide for navigating the Main Menu.

Function and Input Select Menus

Instructions for operating the Function and Input Select menus.

On-Screen Menu Operations

Picture Adjusting Menu Operations

How to adjust picture settings like PHASE, CHROMA, and BRIGHT.

Audio Volume Adjustment

Steps for adjusting audio volume and using the mute function.

User Data Management

Saving User Data

Procedure to save up to five sets of custom configurations.

Loading User Data

Procedure to load saved user data or factory defaults.

Main Menu Structure

Menu Configuration Tree

A visual representation of the Main Menu hierarchy and available settings.

Main Menu - 2D/3D Assist and Markers

2D/3D Assist Mode Selection

How to switch between 2D and 3D assist modes.

Marker Settings and Options

Configuration for aspect ratio markers, background brightness, and types.

Main Menu - Marker Features

Marker Display Configuration

Settings for center marker, cross marker, color, and GPI marker assignments.

Cross Hatch and Marker Size

Adjusting cross hatch grid density and marker size.

Marker Type Examples

16:9 Marker Display Examples

Visual examples and explanations of various 16:9 aspect ratio markers.

4:3 Marker Display Examples

Visual examples and explanations of various 4:3 aspect ratio markers.

Main Menu - Video Configuration

Gamma, Color Temperature, and Sharpness Settings

Settings for gamma curves, color temperature, and sharpness adjustments.

Main Menu - Video Configuration Details

IP Mode, Mono, Anamorphic, Scan

Settings for IP mode, monochrome, anamorphic lens, and scan modes.

Aspect Ratio and Zebra Settings

Configuration for SD aspect ratio and zebra function ranges.

Main Menu - White Balance Adjustment

Color Temperature, Gain, and Bias Settings

Adjusting color temperature, RGB gain, and bias for white balance.

White Balance Reset Function

Resetting gain and bias values to selected color temperature defaults.

Main Menu - System Configuration

Sub-Window, Menu Position, Status Display

Settings for sub-window types, menu position, and status display.

Input Name Setup, User Data, Power Settings

Configuring input names, saving/loading user data, and power management.

Color Space, Power Down, Calibration

Settings for color space, power down, and calibration functions.

Main Menu - Input Name Setup

Renaming Input Terminals

Step-by-step procedure to change input terminal names.

Main Menu - Calibration

Equipment Required for Calibration

Lists necessary equipment for calibration, including analyzers and cables.

Auto Calibration and Reset Procedures

Instructions for performing auto calibration and resetting calibration data.

Calibration Operations

Performing Auto Calibration

Detailed steps for initiating and completing the auto calibration process.

Resetting Calibration Data

Guide to performing a reset operation for calibration data.

Main Menu - Function Assignments

Assigning Functions to Buttons

How to assign various functions to the physical FUNCTION buttons.

Display and Signal Control Functions

Functions affecting display, signals, and assist modes (HV DELAY, SD ASPECT, SCAN).

Image Enhancement and Monitoring Functions

Functions for image adjustments and monitoring (GAMMA, MONO, ZEBRA, WFM, MARKER).

Main Menu - Function Details and Restrictions

Detailed Function Operations

Explains operations for TIME CODE, CLOSED CAPTION, AUDIO MUTE, etc.

Function Setting Restrictions

Lists conditions where functions are disabled or inoperable.

Main Menu - Function Restrictions by Mode

Function Restrictions by Operating Mode

Details limitations on functions based on modes like SUB WINDOW, PIXEL TO PIXEL, etc.

Function Button Operation Display

Displaying Function Operations

How function operations are displayed when a FUNCTION button is pressed.

2-Screen Function Interaction

Notes on mutual exclusivity of 2-screen functions and their display status.

Function Skip and Sub Window Usage

Function Skip Feature

How to skip specific function settings during operation.

Sub Window Function Operation

Using SUB WINDOW for screen comparison in FULL and PART modes.

WFM/Vector Display Function

WFM/Vector Display Operation

How to display and switch between waveform and vector displays.

Vector Display Scaling and Format

Details on vector display enlargement, scale, and supported formats.

Zebra and Y Map Functions

Zebra Pattern Adjustment

Using the zebra function to help adjust aperture and exposure levels.

Y Map Brightness Confirmation

Utilizing Y MAP for visual confirmation of overall screen brightness.

Two Window and Picture Assist Functions

Two Window Display Operation

Splitting the screen to display SDI1 and SDI2 inputs side-by-side.

Picture Assist Functionality

Using Picture Assist to check effects on different signals in a split-screen view.

Pixel to Pixel and Cross Hatch Functions

Pixel to Pixel Display and Position

Checking images at native resolution and adjusting display position.

Cross Hatch Marker Function

Using cross hatch markers for composition assistance and other tasks.

Focus-in-Red and GPI Control

Focus-in-Red Function

Using FOCUS-IN-RED to simplify camera focusing and highlight outlines.

GPI Control and Assignments

Enabling GPI functions and assigning specific operations to GPI terminals.

Main Menu - Input Select Settings

Video Input Format Selection

Selecting formats for VIDEO input (AUTO, NTSC, PAL).

DVI-I, Digital, Analog, Component Settings

Configuring DVI-I, Digital, Analog, Component Level, and RGB-COMP. inputs.

Main Menu - Audio Settings

Audio Input, Group Select, and Output

Selecting audio input, grouping channels, and configuring speaker output.

Level Meter and Channel Information

Settings for audio volume bar meter, channel selection, and information display.

Main Menu - Display Setup

WFM/Vector Display Configuration

Settings for waveform/vector display position, mode, and scale.

Time Code and Closed Caption Settings

Configuring time code display modes and closed caption settings.

Main Menu - Display Setup Details

Caption Service and IMD Display Settings

Settings for caption service, IMD position, and character color.

Main Menu - Control and Meter Settings

Control Modes and RS-485 Settings

Configuring local/remote control, protocol version, and RS-485 interface.

Hours Meter Information

Displays total operating hours and backlight hours.

3D Assist Mode Overview

Image Input and Assist Functions

Simultaneous input method and list of 3D assist functions.

Switching to 3D Assist Mode

Steps to activate 3D assist mode and access its menu.

3D Assist Mode - Mirror and Shift

Mirror Functionality

Inverting SDI1/SDI2 images for basic 3D camera adjustments.

Shift Functionality

Shifting SDI2 images to check lens axis and rotation offset.

3D Assist Mode - Comparison and Convergence

Comparison Function

Checking subject capture from one side and comparing images.

Convergence Function

Checking subject position for depth and convergence point.

3D Assist Mode - Color and Focus

Color Check Function

Overlaying images with checkerboard to check brightness and color differences.

Zoom Focus Function

Enlarging image parts to check focus and zoom offsets.

3D Assist Mode - Vertical and Parallax

Vertical Offset Check

Using horizontal markers to check vertical offset and line counts.

Parallax Check Overlay

Displaying vertical markers to check parallax width.

3D Assist Mode - Overlay Settings

Overlay Display Options

Selecting overlay or gray display modes for parallax.

Marker Position and Width Settings

Adjusting marker position and interval for parallax check.

Setting Item Restrictions - 2D Mode

Video Configuration Restrictions

Availability of VIDEO CONFIG settings across input terminals.

Marker Function Restrictions

Restrictions on MARKER settings based on input and display modes.

Setting Item Restrictions - System, Function, Input, Audio

System Configuration Restrictions

Availability of SYSTEM CONFIG settings across input terminals.

Function, GPI, Input Select, Audio Restrictions

Restrictions for FUNCTION, GPI, INPUT SELECT, AUDIO settings.

Setting Item Restrictions - Display, Control, Meter

Display Setup Restrictions

Restrictions for WFM/VECTOR, TIME CODE, CLOSED CAPTION, etc.

Control and Hours Meter Restrictions

Restrictions for CONTROL and HOURS METER settings.

Setting Item Restrictions - 3D Assist Mode

3D Assist Mode Setting Availability

Lists settings available in 3D Assist Mode for SDI inputs.

Setting Item Restrictions - Control and Meter (3D Assist)

Control and Hours Meter in 3D Assist Mode

Restrictions for CONTROL and HOURS METER in 3D Assist Mode.

Remote Operation - GPI Input

GPI Input Terminal and Function Assignments

Explains GPI terminals and how functions are assigned to them.

GPI Assigned Item Functions and Conditions

Details functions assigned to GPI terminals and their operating conditions.

Remote Operation - GPI Functions and Priorities

GPI Function Assignments

Lists GPI assignments for PIXEL TO PIXEL, FOCUS-IN-RED, ZEBRA, and STANDBY.

Priority of Assigned GPI Functions

Explains priority rules when multiple GPI functions are activated.

Remote Operation - RS-232C Interface

RS-232C Terminal Connections and Parameters

Details pin assignments, connectors, and communication parameters for RS-232C.

RS-232C Command and Response Formats

Explains command format, response formats, and error codes for RS-232C.

Remote Operation - RS-485 Interface

RS-485 Terminal Connections and Command Format

Details pin assignments, connections, and command format for RS-485.

RS-485 Response Formats and Parameters

Information on response formats, error responses, and parameters for RS-485.

Remote Operation - Setting Commands

Input Select, Contrast, Brightness Commands

Commands for input select, contrast, brightness, chroma, phase, volume, backlight.

Marker, Gamma, Color Temp. Commands

Commands for marker settings, gamma selection, and color temperature.

Remote Operation - Setting Commands (Continued)

Sharpness, IP Mode, Mono, Zebra Commands

Commands for sharpness, IP mode, mono, zebra level, and picture assist.

Color, Audio, Select Commands

Commands for R/G/B color, audio output select, and input select.

Remote Operation - Command Reference

Select R and Audio Settings Commands

Commands for SELECT R, AUDIO OUT SEL., and AUDIO MUTE.

Remote Operation - Query Commands

Input Select and Contrast Query Commands

Query commands for input select, contrast, brightness, chroma, phase, volume, backlight.

Marker, Gamma, Color Temp. Query Commands

Query commands for marker settings, gamma selection, and color temperature.

Remote Operation - Query Commands (Continued)

Format Check and Color Query Commands

Query commands for format check, blue only, HV delay, black mode, window settings.

WFM/Vector and White Balance Query Commands

Query commands for WFM/Vector, white balance, and pixel settings.

Remote Operation - Query Commands (Details)

In Monitor Display and Audio Query Commands

Query commands for in monitor display, character color, input select, and group select.

Maintenance Inspections

Necessity of Periodic Maintenance

Explains the importance of regular maintenance for LCD panel longevity.

Error and Warning Information

DC Input Voltage Warning

Describes the LOW VOLTAGE warning indication and its remedy.

Monitor Cleaning and Maintenance Procedures

Instructions for safely cleaning the monitor cabinet and LCD panel.

Product Specifications - General

Power Input and Physical Dimensions

Details power requirements and physical measurements of the monitor.

Operating Environment and Display Panel Specs

Specifies operating conditions and characteristics of the display panel.

Input/Output Connectors Summary

Lists all available input and output connectors and their specifications.

Supported Signal Formats

Supported Video Input Signals (2D Mode)

Lists supported video input signal formats for various terminals in 2D mode.

Supported PC Input Signal Formats

Lists supported PC input signal formats for HDMI, Analog, DVI-I, and Digital.

Supported Signal Formats - 3G-SDI

Compatible 3G-SDI Input Signal Formats

Details compatible 3G-SDI formats, pixel resolution, bit depth, and frequency.

Supported Signal Formats - 3D Assist Mode

Signal Format Support in 3D Assist Mode

Lists signal formats supported when the unit is in 3D Assist Mode.

Closed Caption Decoding Specifications

Supported Signals, Standards, and Channels

Details supported signals, standards, and decoding channels for closed captions.

EIA/CEA-608 and EIA/CEA-708 Specifications

Information on character support, caption services, and specific format capabilities.

Internal Adjustment Chart

INT-SG Chart Description

Displays the internal chart used for adjustment, showing grayscale and color bars.

Disposal Information and Manual Access

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Disposal

Guidelines for proper disposal of electronic equipment according to regulations.

Accessing PDF Instruction Manuals

Instructions on how to open PDF manuals from the CD-ROM.

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