Planar Pr5030 Projector User Manual

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Item Description 
Translucent 
Menu  Press 
◄► to set menu screen translucency (Range: 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%) 
Menu Dis-
play  Press 
◄► to determine timeout delay of OSD (Range: 10 - 20 sec.) 
 
Peripheral Test 
Press  Enter or ► to enter the Peripheral Test menu. 
 
Item Description 
Remote 
Control Test  Press Enter or 
► and follow the on-screen prompts to carry out the Remote Con-
trol Test. Press the  Menu button twice to return to the Peripheral Test menu. 
USB Test Press Enter or ►  and follow on-screen prompts to carry out the USB Test.  
Press the  Menu button to return to the Peripheral Test menu. 
Button Test  Press Enter or ►  and follow the on-screen prompts to carry out the Button (display 
panel) Test. Press the  Menu button twice to return to the Peripheral Test menu. 
Color Test Press Enter or ►  and follow on-screen prompts to carry out the Color Test.  
Press the  Menu button to return to the Peripheral Test menu. 
Sound Test  Press Enter or ► and follow on-screen prompts to carry out the Sound Test.  
Press the  Menu button to return to the Peripheral Test menu. 
  
						

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Status 
Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the 
Installation II menu. 
Press 
▲▼  to move to the 
Status menu and then press  Enter or ►.  
  
Item Description 
Active 
Source  Displays the active source. 
Video Infor-
mation Displays the resolution and refresh rate for RGB mode.  
Displays the color standard for video mode. 
Lamp Hours 
(Eco, Nor-
mal) Shows the number of hours the lamp has been in use for Eco and Normal mo\
des. 
 
 
 
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Maintenance and Security 
Replacing the Projection Lamp 
The projection lamp should be repl aced when it burns out. It should onl y be replaced with a certified 
replacement part, which you can order from your local dealer.  
Important: 
1.  The lamp contains a certain am ount of mercury and should be dispos ed of according to local ordi-
nance regulations. 
2. Avoid touching the glass surfac e of the new lamp: Doing so may shorten its operation life. 
 
Warning: 
Be sure to turn off and unplug the projector at leas t an hour before replacing the lamp. Failure to do so 
could result in a severe burn. 
 
Note: 
Safety glasses should be worn when replacing the lamp while the projector is ceiling mounted. 
 
 
1.  Loosen the two cap-
tive screws on the 
lamp compartment 
cover (A). 
 
  
						

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2.  Open the lamp com-
partment cover (B). 
B
 
3.  Remove the two 
screws from the lamp 
module (C ). 
4.  Lift the module handle 
up (D). 
 
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5.  Pull firmly on the 
module handle to re-
move the lamp module 
(D) 
 
D
 
6.  Reverse steps 1 to 5 
to install the new lamp 
module.  
 
 
 
 
 
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Resetting the Lamp 
After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: 
1.  Press the Menu button to open 
the Image menu. 
2.  Press the cursor  ◄► button
 to 
move to the  Installation II  menu. 
Press the cursor  ▲▼ button to 
move down to  Advanced. 
3.  Press the cursor  ▼▲ button
 to 
move down to  Lamp Hour Reset . 
4.  Press the cursor ► or Enter 
button.  
A message screen appears. 
5.  Press the cursor buttons in this 
order: ▼▲◄► .
 
The Lamp Hours reset to zero. 
 
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Cleaning the Projector 
Cleaning the projector to remove dust and gr ime will help ensure trouble-free operation.  
Warning: 
1. Be sure to turn off and unplug the projector at  least an hour before cleaning. Failure to do so could 
result in a severe burn. 
2. Use only a dampened cloth when cleaning. Do not a llow water to enter the ventilation openings on 
the projector.  
3. If a little water gets into the projector interi or while cleaning, leave unplugged in a well-ventilated 
room for several hours before using. 
4. If a lot of water gets into the projector inte rior when cleaning, have the projector serviced. 
Cleaning the Lens 
You can purchase optic lens cleaner from most camera stores . Refer to the following to clean the pro-
jector lens. 
1.  Apply a little optic lens cleaner to a clean soft cloth. (Do not apply \
the cleaner directly to  the lens.) 
2.  Lightly wipe the lens in a circular motion. 
Caution: 
1.  Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. 
2. To prevent discoloration or fading, av oid getting cleaner on the projector case. 
Cleaning the Case 
Refer to the following to clean the projector case. 
1.  Wipe off dust with a clean dampened cloth. 
2.  Moisten the cloth with warm water and mild detergent (such as used to w\
ash dishes), and 
then wipe the case. 
3.  Rinse all detergent from the cloth and wipe the projector again. 
Caution: 
To prevent discoloration or fading of the ca se, do not use abrasive alcohol-based cleaners. 
  
						

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Using the Kensington® Lock 
If you are concerned about security, attach the projector to a permanent object with the Kensington 
slot and a security cable.  
 
Note: 
Contact your vendor for deta ils on purchasing a suitable K ensington security cable.  
The security lock corresponds to Kensington’s Micr oSaver Security System. If you have any comment, 
contact: Kensington, 2853 Campus Drive, San Mateo, CA94403, U.S.A. Tel: 800-535-4242, 
http://www.Kensington.com. 
 
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Troubleshooting 
Common problems and solutions 
These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If 
the problem remains unsolved, cont act your dealer for assistance. 
Often after time spent troubleshooti ng, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose con-
nection. Check the following before proceedi ng to the problem-specific solutions. 
• Use some other electrical device to confirm that the electrical outlet is working. 
•  Ensure the projector is turned on. 
•  Ensure all connections are securely attached.  
•  Ensure the attached device is turned on. 
•  Ensure a connected PC is not in suspend mode. 
•  Ensure a connected notebook computer is configured for an external display. (This is usu-
ally done by pressing an Fn-key combination on the notebook.) 
Tips for Troubleshooting 
In each problem-specific section, tr y the steps in the order suggested. This may help you to solve the 
problem more quickly. 
Try to pin point the problem and thus avoid replacing non-defective parts.  
For example, if you replace batte ries and the problem remains, put  the original batteries back and go 
to the next step.  
Keep a record of the steps you take when troubleshooting: The information may be useful when call-
ing for technical support or for passing on to service personnel. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

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LED Error Messages 
Error code message Power 
LED/flashes 
Ready 
LED/flashes 
Over temperature 3 0 
Thermal Break  4 0 
G794 fail  4 4 
T1 fail  4 5 
Lamp error  5 0 
Ballast Over Temperature  5 1 
Ballast short circuit in output detected  5 2 
End of lamp lift detected  5 3 
Ballast lamp did not ignite  5 4 
Lamp extinguished during normal operation  5 5 
Lamp extinguished during run-up phase  5 6 
Fan1 error (Lamp Fan)  6 1 
Fan2 error (Ballast Fan)  6 2 
Fan3 error (Burner Fan)  6 3 
Fan4 error (Power Fan)  6 4 
Lamp door open  7 0 
DMD error  8 0 
Color wheel error  9 0 
 
Image Problems 
Problem: No image appears on the screen 
1. Verify the settings on your notebook or desktop PC. 
2.  Turn off all equipment and power up again in the correct order. 
Problem: The image is blurred  
1. Adjust the  Focus on the projector. 
2.  Press the  Auto button on the remote control or projector. 
3.  Ensure the projector-to-screen distance is with in the 10-meter (33-feet) specified range. 
4.  Check that the projector lens is clean. 
Problem: The image is wider at the top or bottom (trapezoid effect)  
1. Position the projector so it is as perpendicular to the screen as possib\
le.  
2.  Use the Keystone button on the remote control or projector to correct the problem. 
Problem: The image is reversed or upside down 
Check the  Projection setting on the  Utility menu of the OSD. 
Problem: The image is streaked  
1. Set the  Frequency  and Tracking settings on the  Utility menu of the OSD to the default 
settings.