Planar Pd7010 Projector User Manual

							Users Manual
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Planar Systems, Inc.
Corporate Headquarters
1195 NW Compton Drive
Beaverton, OR 97006-1992
Planar Customer Support
Telephone:
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Outside US: (503) 748-5799
E-mail: [email protected]
Online Technical Library: http://www.planar.com/support 
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Copyright 
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international 
copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, 
may be reproduced without written consent of the author.
© Copyright October, 2006
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no rep-
resentations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifi cally disclaims any implied 
warranties of merchantability or fi tness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right 
to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation 
of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Kensington is a U.S. registered trademark of ACCO Brand Corporation with issued registrations and 
pending applications in other countries throughout the world.
All other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are ac-
knowledged.
Important Safety Information
Congratulations on purchasing the DLP projector!
Important!
It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using 
the projector. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy 
many years of safe use of the projector. Keep this manual for future reference.
Symbols Used
Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to alert you of hazardous situations. 
The following styles are used in this manual to alert you to important information.
Provides additional information on the topic at hand.
Important!Provides additional information that should not be overlooked.
CAUTIONCAUTIONAlerts you to situations that may damage the unit. 
Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit, create a hazardous environ-
ment, or cause personal injury. 
Throughout this manual, component parts and items in the OSD menus are denoted in bold font as in 
this example: 
“Push the Menu button on the remote control to open the Main menu.” 
						

							General Safety Information
Do not open the unit case. Aside from the projection lamp, there are no user-serviceable parts 
in the unit. For servicing, contact qualifi ed service technician.
Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the unit case.
The projection lamp is extremely bright by design. To avoid damage to eyes, do not look into 
the lens when the lamp is on. 
Do not place the unit on an unstable surface, cart, or stand.
Avoid using the system near water, in direct sunlight, or near a heating device.
Do not place heavy objects such as books or bags on the unit.
Power Safety
Only use the supplied power cord.
Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way 
of foot traffi c.
Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged pe-
riod.
Replacing the Lamp
Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly. Refer to “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on 
page 31 for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before replacing the lamp:
Unplug the power cord.
Allow the lamp to cool for about one hour.
Important Recycle Instructions:
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be 
hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws. 
For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at 
WWW.EIAE.ORG. 
For lamp specifi c disposal information check 
WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. 
Disposal of old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable throughout the European Union and other 
European countries with separate collection programs) 
This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be 
treated as household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to 
an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring 
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the 
environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this 
product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. This symbol is only valid 
in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or 
dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Cleaning the Projector
Unplug the power cord before cleaning. Refer to “Cleaning the Projector” on page 33.
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Regulatory Warnings
Before installing and using the projector, read the regulatory notices in the “Regulatory Compliance” sec-
tion on page  45.
Main Features
Theater image right at home
Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM
High defi nition resolution (1280 x 720 for PD7010 and PD7060 only), and 16:9 wide-screen 
resolution from any HD source.
Supports resolutions up to WXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images 
Flexible setup allows for front and rear projections
Line-of-vision projections remain square, with advanced keystone correction for angled 
projections
Input source can be set for automatic detection
About This Manual
This manual is intended for end users and describes how to install and operate the DLP projector. 
Wherever possible, relevant information—such as an illustration and its description—has been kept on 
one page. This printer-friendly format is both for your convenience and to help save paper, thereby pro-
tecting the environment. It is suggested that you only print sections that are relevant to your needs.
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vices, register your Planar product today. Visit our web site:
 http://www.planar.com/support/product_registation.html
Cables, Replacement Lamps and Accessories
To  fi nd cables, replacement lamps and accessories for your Planar projector, LCD monitor, touchscreen, 
or other Planar products, visit our online store:  
http://www.PlanarOnlone.com or fi nd other stores that 
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Table of  Contents
GETTING STARTED
Packing Checklist ................................................................................................................................................... 7
A Tour of the Projector  .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control Functions .................................................................................................................................. 12
Remote Control Operating Range ...................................................................................................................... 13
Projector and Remote Control Buttons .............................................................................................................. 13
SETUP AND OPERATION
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries ............................................................................................................. 14
Connecting Input Devices ................................................................................................................................... 15
Starting and Shutting down the Projector ......................................................................................................... 16
Adjusting the Projector Level ............................................................................................................................. 17
Adjusting the Focus and Zoom ........................................................................................................................... 18
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU SETTINGS
OSD Menu Controls ............................................................................................................................................. 19
Setting the OSD Language .................................................................................................................................. 20
OSD Menu Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 21
Image Menu  .......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Display Menu  ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
Advanced Menu  ................................................................................................................................................... 27
Language Menu  ................................................................................................................................................... 28
User Color Menu  .................................................................................................................................................. 29
Service Menu  ....................................................................................................................................................... 30
MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY
Replacing the Projection Lamp ........................................................................................................................... 31
Resetting the Lamp .............................................................................................................................................. 33
Cleaning the Projector ......................................................................................................................................... 33
Using the Kensington® Lock .............................................................................................................................. 34
TROUBLESHOOTING
Tips for Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 35
LED Error Messages ............................................................................................................................................ 36
Common Problems and Solutions ...................................................................................................................... 37
SPECIFICATIONS
Hardware Specifi cations ...................................................................................................................................... 39
Input/output Connectors ..................................................................................................................................... 40
TIMING MODE TABLE
Projector Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................... 44
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
FCC Warning ......................................................................................................................................................... 45
Canada .................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Safety Certifi cations ............................................................................................................................................. 45
EN 55022 Warning ................................................................................................................................................ 45 
						

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Packing Checklist
Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included.
DLP ProjectorRemote Control 
(with two AAA batteries)
 
DVI to HDMI Adaptor
 (PD4010 only)Power Cord
(By country)Component Video 
Cable
Users Guide
PD4010
PD7010
PD7060
CD-ROM 
(This User’s Manual)User’s Guide
Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit 
does not work.
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A Tour of the Projector 
Front-right View
ITEMLABELDESCRIPTION
1 Control panelOperates the onscreen display. Refer to the next page for a description 
of the buttons 
2 Lens zoom Enlarges the projected image
3 Focus Focuses the projected image
4 Lens Remove Lens Cover before use
5 Front IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control
6 Lens cover
Attach the lens cover to protect lens when not in use
Important!Ventilation openings on the projector allow for good air circulation, which 
keeps the projector lamp cool. Do not obstruct any of the ventilation openings.
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On-screen Display (OSD) Buttons
ITEMLABELDESCRIPTION
1 Power  Turns the projector on or off
2 Source  Detects the input device
3 Up cursor 
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
4 Left cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
5 Enter Changes settings in the OSD
6 Right cursor
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
7 Down cursor
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
8 Menu Opens and exits the OSD
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Rear Ports
Pr / Cr Pb / Cb Y
See Users Manual for SCART
ITEMLABELDESCRIPTION
1 DVI-D Connect the computer cable from a computer or video source
2 HDMIConnect a High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface cable from home the-
ater and consumer electronics equipment (Only in models PD7010 
and PD7060)
3 RGB HD in Connect a VGA cable (not supplied) from a computer
4 RS-232 Installation control
5 USB Connect the USB cable (not supplied) from a computer
6 Wired remote Connect a wired remote control device
7 Trigger 12V 3.5mm mini-jack trigger provides a 12 volt, 0.25 amp DC output
8 Security lock Secure to permanent object with a Kensington® Lock system
9 Rear IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control
10 Power Connect the supplied power cord
11 S-VideoConnect S-Video cable (not supplied)  from a video device to the 
S-Video jack
12 ComponentConnect component video cables from a video device to the Y, 
Pb/Cb, and Pr/Cr RCA jacks
13 SCARTConnect SCART video cables (SCART to the Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr and 
yellow Video-In jack, not supplied) from a video device
14 Video-in Connect a composite video cable (not supplied) from a video device to 
the yellow RCA jack
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