Planar PD7170 Considerations, Projector Installation Options, Installation Type

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Installation

3.3	Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display.
Installation	Whether you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should
Considerations	take the following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally.
Installation Type ➤	Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor
	mount or inverted mount. Table 3-2compares these various installation
	methods.
	Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

	Advantages	Considerations

	Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

	• Easy to set up	• Shares floor space with audience
	• Can be moved or changed quickly
	• Easy to access

	Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

	• Does not take up audience space	• Installation is more permanent
	• Projector is unobtrusive	• Projector access is more difficult
	• Projector cannot be accidentally
	moved

	Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation

	• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
	• Projector is easily accessed	• Installation cost is usually higher
	• Usually good ambient light rejection

	Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

	• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
	• Usually good ambient light rejection	• Installation cost is usually higher

	Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

	• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
	• Usually good ambient light rejection	• Installation cost is usually higher
	• Requires less space behind screen than
	other rear screen installations

16	Planar PD7170 Installation/Operation Manual

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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 About This Manual Carriage return must be used after each command orIntroduction 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 Installation Remote ControlOperation IR Reception Angles Installation should be performed by a qualified custom Quick SetupInstallation Overview Video installation specialistInstallation Type InstallationProjector Installation Options ConsiderationsAmbient Light Throw DistancePD7170 Lens Options and Throw Ratios Vertical and HorizontalPosition 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 Use the Hdmi inputs whenever possible. This ensures Highest video quality because the signal is carriedConnecting Source Components to the PD7170 Component output into the projectorRGB Connections Component Video Connections 10. Composite and S-Video Connections RS-232 Controller ConnectionCommunications on Trigger Output to External Connecting 12-VoltConnecting an External IR Theater EquipmentTurning on the Power Lens Adjustments Connecting to AC PowerFocus Zoom Lens Shift Changing the OSD Language Lens shift exceeds 50 per cent of the screen heightAdjusting the Picture Orientation Rear Projection Ceiling ModeInstallation Selecting an Aspect Ratio OperationSelecting Video Memory Selecting An Input SourcePIP Input Source Using Picture-In-Picture PIPAvailable Main and PIP Source Combinations MainUsing the On-Screen Menus PD7170 OSD Menu Structure PIP source, switch to the PIP source thereby making it DynamicBlack to Off before adjusting Brightness, ContrastOther image quality settings in this menu refer to Active source, adjust the controls and then switchAspect Ratio Settings Aspect Geometry of Projected Image169 Letterbox Native You must enter a passcode to access the Save ISF Sub-menuTypical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Achieve the optimum setting Change to the other in order to achieve the optimum settingBrightness and Contrast controls are interactive. a change Operation Crop Overscan ExamplesSource Select Sub-Menu Advanced PD7170 Advanced MenuOperation X/y Color Gamut Values To the same frame rate as the main sourceColor RGB Adjust Sub-Menu Generally, higher Gain settings reduce the image contrast Higher Offset settings reduce the image brightnessSome shimmer from a video or Hdtv source persists, use Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below. IfRemove high-frequency noise from the signal Noise Reduction controls described on page 46 toSystem 11. PD7170 System MenuIf either Component 1 or Video is enabled, Scart must be DisabledIf 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 Tips Troubleshooting ChartSymptom 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 Specifications PD7170 SpecificationsPD7170 Specifications Microdisplay Native ResolutionPerformance Aspect RatiosOperating Temperature DimensionsWeight without lens 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