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Planar Systems, Inc. Corporate Headquarters 1195 NW Compton Drive Beaverton, OR 97006-1992 Planar Customer Support Telephone: US: 1-866-PLANAR1 (866) 752-6271 Outside US: (503) 748-5799 E-mail: PlanarSupport@planar.com Online Technical Library: http://www.planar.com/support 24/7 Technical Support — i —
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User’s Manual Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copy- right 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 February, 2008 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no repre- sentations or warranties with respect to the contents here
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Preface Important Safety Information ® Congratulations on purchasing the Planar 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 ma
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual 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 traffic. Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period. Replacing the Lamp Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly. Refer to Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 35 for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before replacing the la
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Preface Main Features • Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport • Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM • A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms • Supports resolutions up to WXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images • Flexible setup allows for front, rear & ceiling mounted projections • Line-of-vision projections remain square, with advanced keystone correction for angled projections •
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Table of Contents GETTING STARTED........................................................................................................................................................... 1 PACKING CHECKLIST........................................................................................................................................................... 1 VIEWS OF PROJECTOR PARTS..........................................................................
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Preface INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS ............................................................................................................................................. 44 PROJECTION DISTANCE VS. PROJECTION SIZE ................................................................................................................... 45 Projection distance and size table...........................................................................................................................45
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Getting Started Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: DLP® projector Remote control (with two AAA batteries) Power cord USB cable Composite video cable Computer cable (USB type A-to-B USB) (RCA 3-to-RCA 3) (VGA-VGA) Audio cable CD-ROM (This User’s Users Guide Carrying case (mini jack-to-mini jack) manual) Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Views of Projector Parts Front-right View Item Label Description See page: 1. Focus Focuses the projected image 17 2. Lens zoom Enlarges the projected image 17 3. Screws Holds lamp to projector 35 4. See “Top view—OSD buttons and LEDs” 3 5. Front IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 7 6. Lens Slide lens cap before use. 7. Lens cover Slide across to protect lens when not in use 8. Height-adjuster button Push to re
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs Item Label Description See page: Keystone/ Corrects image-trapezoid (wider top) effect 1. 17, 18 Down cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD VOL-/ Decreases volume 2. 17, 18 Left cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Orange Lamp ready—you can safely turn on or off the projector Ready LED 3. Flashing Lamp not ready—do not press the power button Keystone/ Corrects image-trapez
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Rear view Item Label Description See page: 1. Rear IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 7 2. DVI-I Connect a DVI-I cable (not supplied) from a computer 3. VGA IN Connect a VGA cable (supplied) from a computer 4. VGA OUT Connect to a monitor (not supplied) Connect the S-video cable (not supplied) from a video S-video 5. device Connect a composite video cable (supplied) from a 6. Video video device. Connect the audio cable (s
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Item Label Description See page: 13. Power Switch Turns the power on and off 13 14. Power Connect the power cord (supplied) 13 Secure to permanent object with a Kensington® Lock 15. Security Lock 40 system Note: If your video equipment has both S-video and RCA jacks (composite video) connect to the S-video connector. S-video provides a better quality signal. — 5 —
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Bottom view Item Label Description See page: Ceiling support Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector 1. holes on a ceiling. Height adjuster but- Push to release height adjuster 2. ton 16 Adjuster drops down when adjuster button is 3. Height adjuster pushed 4. Tilt adjuster Adjust angle of the picture Note: When installing, ensure that you use only UL Listed ceiling mounts. – 6 –
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Remote Control Parts Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluores- cent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path between the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective sur- faces such as projector screens. 3. The buttons and keys on
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Item Label Description See page: Right cursor 8. Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 18 Down cursor 9. Adjusts volume 10. Volume +/- 17 Mute Mutes the built-in speaker 11. Zoom in 12. Zoom+ Zoom out 13. Zoom- Freeze/unfreezes the on-screen picture 14. Freeze Blank Makes the screen blank 15. Detects the input device 16. Source Auto adjustment for phase, tracking, size, position 17. Auto Opens the OSD 18. Menu 18 Opens
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Remote Control Operating Range The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the remote directly at the projector. Provided you are not holding the remote perpendicular to the sides or the rear of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 10 meters (33 feet) and 30 degrees above or below the projector level. If the projector does not respond to the remote control, move a littl
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Setup and Operation Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment 1. cover by sliding the cover in the di- rection of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries taking 2. note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. 3. Caution: 1. Only use AAA batteries. (Alkaline is better) 2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations. 3. Remove the batteries when not using the projector for prolonged periods. –
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Connecting Input Devices A PC or notebook computer as well as video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Video devices include DVD, VCD, and VHS players, as well as movie camcorders and digital still cameras. Check the user manual of the connecting device to confirm it has the appropriate output connector. Item Label Description A Rear IR Receiver for IR signal from remote control. DVI-I Connect DVI-I cable (not supplied) from a
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® DLP Projector – User’s Manual Item Label Description Audio-out Audio loop-thru Connect the supplied USB cable (supplied) from a computer for USB USB mouse function and firmware upgrades. RS-232 Reserved for installation control. Warning: As a safety precaution, disconnect all power to the projector and connecting devices before making connections. – 12 –
