Planar Pd8150 Projector User Manual

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Ambient LightIn general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast 
ratio in your images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen, 
such as when a shaft of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. 
Images may then appear washed out and less vibrant.
Throw DistanceThrow distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the 
screen. This is an...

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Vertical and Horizontal 
Position
Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular, 
perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.
Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in 
such a way that the lens center is aligned with either the top or bottom edge of 
the screen area, and centered horizontally. See 
Figure 3-3.
Figure 3-3. Projector...

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Vertical Lens Shift: The PD8130/PD8150 provides up to 25% of upward vertical 
lens shift and up to 60% of downward vertical lens shift. For example, with a 100 
x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen, you can shift the image up to 14.00 inches 
(0.36
 meters) above or 33.60 inches (0.85 meters) below the screen center.
Horizontal Lens Shift (PD8150 Only): The PD8150 provides up to 7.5% of horizontal 
lens shift left or right. For...

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Folded OpticsIn rear-screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror 
may be used to fold the optical path, as shown in 
Figure 3-6. The position of the 
projector and mirror must be accurately set. If you are considering this type of 
installation, contact your dealer for assistance.
Figure 3-6. Folded Optics
Other ConsiderationsOther considerations and tips that can help improve your...

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3.4 
Mounting the 
PD8130/PD8150
There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your 
chosen installation, one method may be more suitable than another. 
Floor Mounting (Upright)In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a 
secure and level surface such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when moving 
a projector during a presentation or from site to site. If...

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3.5 
Connections to the 
PD8130/PD8150
Proceed as follows to connect the PD8130/PD8150 to your video sources, 
external controller(s) – if present – and AC power.
When connecting your equipment:
• Use the correct signal cables for each source.
• Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on 
connectors that have them.
Connector Panel AccessUsing a flat-blade screwdriver, loosen 
the two screws...

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Connecting Source 
Components to the 
PD8130/PD8150
Connect your video sources to the PD8130/PD8150 as shown and described in 
the sections that follow. 
HDMI/DVI Connections: See Figure 3-7. 
Figure 3-7. HDMI/DVI Source Connections
Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the 
highest video quality because the signal is carried in the 
digital domain throughout the entire signal path, from source 
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RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source to the 
RGB input. 
Optionally, if the source outputs RGB with composite sync, connect the green, 
blue and red outputs to the Y, Pb and Pr terminals on the COMPONENT
 1/SCART 
input and the sync output to the VIDEO input.
See Figure 3-8. 
Figure 3-8. RGB Connections
Sync Green  Blue  Red
Personal
Computer DVD Player or
Other SCART RGBS
Source 

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Component Video Connections: Connect your component video sources to 
the COMPONENT
 1/SCART, COMPONENT 2 (PD8150 only) or RGB inputs as shown 
in 
Figure 3-9. 
 
Figure 3-9. Component Video Connections
Y Pb  Pr
Y Pb Pr
DTV Set-Top Box or
Other Component
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Composite/S-Video Connections: Connect your Composite and S-Video 
sources to the PD8130/PD8150 as shown in 
Figure 3-10. 
Figure 3-10. Composite and S-Video Connections
DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc etc.