Planar PD8150, PD8130 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 PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual

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Contents PD8130 PD8150 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 Table of Contents Xii List Of Figures List Of Figures Xiv Introduction About This ManualTarget Audience Using This Manual If you need Turn toDescription, Features and Benefits Additional Features of the PD8150Key Features and Benefits Parts List Optional AccessoriesControls and Functions PD8130/PD8150 at a GlanceCursor Keys Exhaust Vent PD8130/PD8150 Rear/Bottom/Top View Rear Cover PD8130/PD8150 Rear Panel Power Input 100 to 240 VACComponent 1/SCART RCA connectors RGBTrigger 2 3.5-mm, mini phono jack PD8150 only RS-232PD8130/PD8150 Remote Control OFFSource Selection Buttons Aspect Ratio Selection Button Memory Preset Buttons M1 / M2 / M3Picture Adjustment Buttons Contrast BrightnessInstallation Remote ControlOperation IR Reception Angles Quick Setup Installation OverviewStep Procedure For Details, Refer to Installation Type InstallationProjector Installation Options ConsiderationsAmbient Light Throw DistanceEstimating Throw Distance Vertical and Horizontal PositionVertical Lens Shift Horizontal Lens Shift Example Only Vertical lens shift figures are for ceiling mountFolded Optics Folded OpticsMounting the PD8130/PD8150 Connector Panel Access Connections to the PD8130/PD8150Connecting Source Components to the PD8130/PD8150 HDMI/DVI Connections See FigureRGB 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 Changing the OSD Language Connecting to AC PowerAdjusting the Picture Lens AdjustmentsOrientation Installation Installation 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 Advanced ServiceMain SystemPD8130/PD8150 Main Menu Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect Geometry of Projected Image169 Letterbox 1080i Hdtv Image You must enter a passcode to access the Save ISF Sub-menuTypical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Operation Crop Overscan ExamplesSource Select Sub-Menu Advanced PD8130/PD8150 Advanced MenuOperation X/y Color Gamut Values ColorRGB Adjust Sub-Menu 10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below. If System 11. PD8130/PD8150 System Menu12. Source Enable Sub-Menu PBP1 PBP2 14. PIP Split-Screen Mode Control Operation Language Service 15. PD8130/PD8150 Service MenuOperation OSD menus are not available when in test pattern Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lamp ReplacementSymptom Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting TipsTroubleshooting Chart Light and EnterLED is flashing red 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 = ? Bcolor = ? Auto.pow.off = ? M1.key = ? Act.source Language = ? Specifications PD8130/PD8150 SpecificationsPD8130/PD8150 Specifications Microdisplay Native ResolutionPerformance Aspect RatiosOperating Temperature DimensionsWeight without lens Universal Power SupplyPD8130/PD8150 Dimensions PD8130/PD8150 DimensionsSupported Signal Timings by Input Supported TimingsPAL-B/G Page Part No -0858-00 rev. a January