Planar PD7170 Projector User Manual

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Figure 2-2. PD7170 Rear/Bottom/Top View
1.PLANAR LOGO BADGE
2.REAR COVER 
Remove to access connectors. 
3.LAMP MODULE COVER 
Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.
4.CABLE OPENING 
Pass cables through this opening.
5.CEILING MOUNT HOLES  
Use these to attach the ceiling bracket to the projector.
6.ADJUSTABLE FEET 
Use these when the projector is installed in a table-top configuration to level 
the image and/or...

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2.2 
PD7170 Rear Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the PD7170 rear panel.
Figure 2-3. PD7170 Rear Panel
1.HDMI 1 (Digital) 
HDMI 2 (Digital) 
HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting an HDMI or DVI source.
2.POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) 
Connect the PD7170 to power here. 
3.RGB 
Provides a standard, 15-pin VGA-style connection to either an RGB or 
component high-definition source, or to a personal computer. The PD7170...

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7.S-VIDEO  
A standard S-Video input for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or 
Super VHS (S-VHS) VCR. 
8.IR INPUT 
Wired input from a Niles- or Xantech-compatible, infrared (IR) repeater 
system. 
9.TRIGGER 2 (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)  
Provides 12 (+/- 1.5) volt switched output for screen relays with 250mA 
current capacity and short protection. 
10.TRIGGER 1  
Provides 12 (+/- 1.5) volt switched output for...

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1.ON 
Use this button to turn the projector on.
2.OFF 
Use this button to turn the projector off.
3.Source Selection Buttons (1-5): 
 
Press to select a video source. By default, these buttons are assigned as 
follows: 1 = HDMI
 1; 2 = HDMI 2; 3 = Component 1; 4 = S-Video; 5 = Video. 
However, you can assign each button to any source you wish. 
4.Cursor Buttons (, , , )  
Use these buttons to select items or settings,...

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8.Picture Adjustment Buttons:  
 
Contrast  
Press to adjust white level.  
Brightness  
Press to adjust black level.  
Sharpness (SHARP)  
Press to adjust sharpness.  
Gamma (GAMMA) 
Press to select a gamma curve.  
Overscan (OS) 
Press to select an overscan mode.  
Noise Reduction (NR) 
Press to adjust noise reduction level. 
9.LIGHT  
Press momentarily to activate remote backlighting. Press and hold for 
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Notes: 

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3.1 
Remote Control
To install batteries in the remote control:
1. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to 
remove it.
2. Install two AA batteries with the correct polarity.
3. Replace the cover. 
Notes on Batteries• Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries.
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.
• If you will not use the...

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• The projector’s front IR receiver has a range of approximately 40 feet (12.19 
meters); the top IR receiver has a range of approximately 20 feet (6.10 
meters). 
Figure 3-1 shows the reception angles of the front and top IR 
receivers. 
Figure 3-1. IR Reception Angles
135.0°
90.0°
90.0° 

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3.2 
Quick Setup
Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the PD7170 installation process. The sections 
following this one provide detailed instructions. 
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom 
video installation specialist.
Table 3-1. Installation Overview 
StepProcedureFor Details, Refer to 
page...
1Choose a location for the projector16
2Install the projection lens (if standard lens will not be 
used)21
3Mount the...

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