Panasonic PT-MZ780

Chapter 5 Operations — Network connection
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be used depending on the system conguration. Consult your network administrator. The projector will determine the type of the cable (straight
or crossover) automatically.
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Use a LAN cable of 100 m (328'1") or shorter.
Example of network connections via a twisted-pair-cable transmitter
Computer
Projector
LAN cable (straight) LAN cable (straight)
Switching hub
LAN cable (straight)
Twisted-pair-cable transmitter
Attention
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When a LAN cable is directly connected to the projector, the network connection must be made indoors.
Note
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For the LAN cable between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector, use a cable that meets the following criteria:
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Conforming to CAT5e or higher standards
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Shielded type (including connectors)
g
Straight-through
g
Single wire
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Diameter of the cable core is same or larger than AWG24 (AWG24, AWG23, etc.)
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The maximum transmission distance between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector is 100 m (328'1") for the signal with
resolution of 1 920 x 1 200 dots or less. For the signal with the resolution exceeding 1 920 x 1 200 dots, the maximum transmission
distance will be 50 m (164'1"). It is possible to transmit up to 150 m (492'2") if the twisted-pair-cable transmitter supports the long-reach
communication method. However, the signal that the projector can receive is only up to 1080/60p (1 920 x 1 080 dots, dot clock frequency
148.5 MHz) for the long-reach communication method. If this distance is exceeded, image may be disrupted or a malfunction may occur in
LAN communication.
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When laying cables between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector, conrm that cable characteristics are compatible with
CAT5e or higher using tools such as a cable tester or cable analyzer.
When a relay connector is used, include it in the measurement.
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Do not use a switching hub between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector.
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To transmit the Ethernet and serial control signals using the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN> terminal, set the [NETWORK] menu → [ETHERNET
TYPE] to [DIGITAL LINK] or [LAN & DIGITAL LINK].
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To transmit the Ethernet signal using the <LAN> terminal, set the [NETWORK] menu → [ETHERNET TYPE] to [LAN] or [LAN & DIGITAL
LINK].
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The <DIGITAL LINK/LAN> terminal and the <LAN> terminal are connected inside of the projector when the [NETWORK] menu → [ETHERNET
TYPE] is set to [LAN & DIGITAL LINK]. Do not directly connect the <DIGITAL LINK/LAN> terminal and the <LAN> terminal using a LAN
cable. Construct the system so that it is not connected to the same network via the peripherals such as the switching hub or the twisted-pair-
cable transmitter.
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Do not pull cables forcefully. Also, do not bend or fold cables unnecessarily.
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To reduce the effects of noise as much as possible, stretch out the cables between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector
without any loops.
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Lay the cables between the twisted-pair-cable transmitter and the projector away from other cables, particularly power cables.
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When laying multiple cables, run them side by side along the shortest distance possible without bundling them together.
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After laying the cable, conrm that the value of [SIGNAL QUALITY] in the [NETWORK] menu
→
[DIGITAL LINK]
→
[DIGITAL LINK STATUS]
is displayed in green, which indicates a normal quality.
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For twisted-pair-cable transmitters of other manufacturers that the operation has been veried with this projector, visit the Panasonic
website (https://panasonic.net/cns/projector/). Note that the verication for devices of other manufacturers has been made for the items set
by Panasonic Corporation, and not all the operations have been veried. For operation or performance problems caused by the devices of
other manufacturers, contact the respective manufacturers.
Setting the projector
1) Connect the projector to a computer using a LAN cable.
2) Turn on the power of the projector.
3) From the main menu, select the [NETWORK] menu
→
[WIRED LAN], and press the <ENTER> button.