Planar PD7170 operation manual Using This Manual, If you need Turn to

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TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using certain features.

NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance. They also provide supplemental information.

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Installation instructions	13
First-time configuration instructions	32
Advanced configuration instructions	49
Troubleshooting tips	66
Specifications for the PD7170 Home Theater Projector	79

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Contents PD7170 Home Theater Projector Page TWO Year Limited Warranty For Projectors, Video Processors and ControllersContact a Planar Authorized Service Center to Obtain Service Additional Information Important Safety Instructions Compliance Information Declaration of ConformityFCC Part Table of Contents Maintenance and Troubleshooting OperationSpecifications Serial CommunicationsXii List Of Figures List Of Figures Carriage return must be used after each command or IntroductionAbout This Manual Target AudienceUsing This Manual If you need Turn toDescription, Features and Benefits Key Features and BenefitsParts List Optional AccessoriesControls and Functions PD7170 at a GlanceExhaust Vent Planar Logo Badge Rear Cover PD7170 Rear Panel ComponentPD7170 Remote Control IR InputEnter PIP Controls and Functions Remote Control InstallationOperation IR Reception Angles Quick Setup Installation OverviewInstallation should be performed by a qualified custom Video installation specialistInstallation Projector Installation OptionsInstallation Type ConsiderationsAmbient Light Throw DistanceVertical and Horizontal PD7170 Lens Options and Throw RatiosPosition Lens Shift Width, as shown in -4 and FigureVertical lens shift figures are for ceiling mount Folded OpticsLens Replacement Lens Motor Connector Trim RingMounting the PD7170 Connections to the PD7170Connector Panel Access Highest video quality because the signal is carried Connecting Source Components to the PD7170Use the Hdmi inputs whenever possible. This ensures Component output into the projectorRGB Connections Component Video Connections 10. Composite and S-Video Connections Connection RS-232 ControllerCommunications on Connecting 12-Volt Connecting an External IRTrigger Output to External Theater EquipmentConnecting to AC Power Turning on the Power Lens AdjustmentsFocus Zoom Lens Shift Changing the OSD Language Lens shift exceeds 50 per cent of the screen heightAdjusting the Picture Orientation Rear Projection Ceiling ModeInstallation Operation Selecting Video MemorySelecting an Aspect Ratio Selecting An Input SourceUsing Picture-In-Picture PIP Available Main and PIP Source CombinationsPIP Input Source MainUsing the On-Screen Menus PD7170 OSD Menu Structure DynamicBlack to Off before adjusting Brightness, Contrast Other image quality settings in this menu refer toPIP source, switch to the PIP source thereby making it Active source, adjust the controls and then switchAspect Geometry of Projected Image Aspect Ratio Settings169 Letterbox Native You must enter a passcode to access the Save ISF Sub-menuTypical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting Achieve the optimum settingBrightness and Contrast controls are interactive. a change Operation Crop Overscan ExamplesSource Select Sub-Menu Advanced PD7170 Advanced MenuOperation To the same frame rate as the main source X/y Color Gamut ValuesColor RGB Adjust Sub-Menu Generally, higher Gain settings reduce the image contrast Higher Offset settings reduce the image brightnessAdjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below. If Remove high-frequency noise from the signalSome shimmer from a video or Hdtv source persists, use Noise Reduction controls described on page 46 toSystem 11. PD7170 System MenuDisabled If either Component 1 or Video is enabled, Scart must beIf Scart is enabled, both Component 1 and Video must be PIP 14. PIP Split-Screen Mode Control 15. PD7170 Control MenuOperation Language Service 16. PD7170 Service MenuOperation OSD menus are not available when in test pattern ModeMaintenance and Troubleshooting Lamp ReplacementTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting TipsSymptom Possible Causes Solution LED is flashing red PD7170 internal Maintenance and Troubleshooting Key Commands Serial CommunicationsSerial Command Key Names and IR Codes RS232 Remote Button IR Code Description Keyname SetGam.brig Operations Commands Operations Control Commands Function Action on unitSerial Commands ValuesSave.isf Source.sel = ? Dblack = ? Blank.screen = ? Act.source PD7170 Specifications SpecificationsPD7170 Specifications Native Resolution PerformanceMicrodisplay Aspect RatiosDimensions Weight without lensOperating Temperature Universal Power SupplyPD7170 Dimensions 1shows the PD7170 dimensions, in millimetersSupported Signal Timings by Input Supported TimingsPAL-B/G Page Part No -0882-01 rev. a May