Planar PD7170 operation manual Description, Features and Benefits, Key Features and Benefits

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Introduction

The Planar PD7170 has been engineered for the top quality picture performance and installation flexibility heretofore associated with projectors costing far more.

The PD7170 high-definition, 1280 x 720 native resolution, three-chip DLP™ light engine features state-of-the-art technology for bright, pristine, high-definition images.

The PD7170 is equipped with a precision optics package offering zoom, focus and lens shift controls and a throw range of 1.82:1 to 2.28:1. For even greater installation flexibility, four other lens options are available offering throw distances ranging from 1.52 to 7.09 times the screen width.

The PD7170 has been engineered to comply with Imaging Science Foundation™ (ISF) standards for maximum home theater image quality. Planar's sophisticated parameters for white balance and color gamut control have also been implemented for precise balance of gray scale and color. The PD7170 incorporates proprietary de-interlacing technology that provides exceptional scaling and film-to-video (3:2 pull-down) conversion for the most artifact-free images possible.

Discrete infrared (IR) and RS-232 control make custom installation seamless, while discrete power on/off and source selection accommodate any automation control system.

The PD7170 offers these key features and benefits:

•Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)

•DLP system using three (3), high-performance Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) chips for increased brightness, allowing for larger screen sizes

•DynamicBlack™ provides for infinitely variable adjustment of the light path through the optics, enabling the perfect balance of black and white levels for any type of video source material

•Picture in Picture function allows you to display two inputs on the screen at the same time

•Two (2), HDMI 1.3 Inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)

•HDTV Compatible

•Power lens shift (horizontal and vertical)

•Power zoom and focus

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Contents PD7170 Home Theater Projector Page For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers TWO Year Limited WarrantyContact a Planar Authorized Service Center to Obtain Service Additional Information Important Safety Instructions Declaration of Conformity Compliance InformationFCC Part Table of Contents Operation Maintenance and TroubleshootingSerial Communications SpecificationsXii List Of Figures List Of Figures Introduction Carriage return must be used after each command orAbout This Manual Target AudienceIf you need Turn to Using This ManualKey Features and Benefits Description, Features and BenefitsOptional Accessories Parts ListPD7170 at a Glance Controls and FunctionsExhaust Vent Planar Logo Badge Rear Cover Component PD7170 Rear PanelIR Input PD7170 Remote ControlEnter PIP Controls and Functions Operation InstallationRemote Control IR Reception Angles Installation Overview Quick SetupInstallation should be performed by a qualified custom Video installation specialistProjector Installation Options InstallationInstallation Type ConsiderationsThrow Distance Ambient LightPosition PD7170 Lens Options and Throw RatiosVertical and Horizontal Width, as shown in -4 and Figure Lens ShiftFolded Optics Vertical lens shift figures are for ceiling mountLens Replacement Trim Ring Lens Motor ConnectorConnections to the PD7170 Mounting the PD7170Connector Panel Access Connecting Source Components to the PD7170 Highest video quality because the signal is carriedUse the Hdmi inputs whenever possible. This ensures Component output into the projectorRGB Connections Component Video Connections 10. Composite and S-Video Connections Communications on RS-232 ControllerConnection Connecting an External IR Connecting 12-VoltTrigger Output to External Theater EquipmentFocus Zoom Lens Shift Turning on the Power Lens AdjustmentsConnecting to AC Power Lens shift exceeds 50 per cent of the screen height Changing the OSD LanguageRear Projection Ceiling Mode Adjusting the Picture OrientationInstallation Selecting Video Memory OperationSelecting an Aspect Ratio Selecting An Input SourceAvailable Main and PIP Source Combinations Using Picture-In-Picture PIPPIP Input Source MainUsing the On-Screen Menus PD7170 OSD Menu Structure Other image quality settings in this menu refer to DynamicBlack to Off before adjusting Brightness, ContrastPIP source, switch to the PIP source thereby making it Active source, adjust the controls and then switch169 Aspect Ratio SettingsAspect Geometry of Projected Image Letterbox Native Sub-menu You must enter a passcode to access the Save ISFTypical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Brightness and Contrast controls are interactive. a change Achieve the optimum settingChange to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting Operation Overscan Examples CropSource Select Sub-Menu PD7170 Advanced Menu AdvancedOperation Color X/y Color Gamut ValuesTo the same frame rate as the main source RGB Adjust Sub-Menu Higher Offset settings reduce the image brightness Generally, higher Gain settings reduce the image contrastRemove high-frequency noise from the signal Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below. IfSome shimmer from a video or Hdtv source persists, use Noise Reduction controls described on page 46 to11. PD7170 System Menu SystemIf Scart is enabled, both Component 1 and Video must be If either Component 1 or Video is enabled, Scart must beDisabled PIP 14. PIP Split-Screen Mode 15. PD7170 Control Menu ControlOperation Language 16. PD7170 Service Menu ServiceOperation Mode OSD menus are not available when in test patternLamp Replacement Maintenance and TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting TipsTroubleshooting Chart LED is flashing red PD7170 internal Maintenance and Troubleshooting Serial Communications Key CommandsRS232 Remote Button IR Code Description Keyname Set Serial Command Key Names and IR CodesGam.brig Operations Control Commands Function Action on unit Operations CommandsValues Serial CommandsSave.isf Source.sel = ? Dblack = ? Blank.screen = ? Act.source PD7170 Specifications SpecificationsPD7170 Specifications Performance Native ResolutionMicrodisplay Aspect RatiosWeight without lens DimensionsOperating Temperature Universal Power Supply1shows the PD7170 dimensions, in millimeters PD7170 DimensionsSupported Timings Supported Signal Timings by InputPAL-B/G Page Part No -0882-01 rev. a May