Planar Pd8150 Projector User Manual

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Figure 2-2. PD8130/PD8150 Rear/Bottom/Top View
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1.PLANAR LOGO BADGE 
Remove to access the lens 
shift controls. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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...

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2.2 
PD8130/PD8150 Rear 
Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the PD8130/PD8150 rear panel.
Figure 2-3. PD8130/PD8150 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 PD8130/PD8150 to power here. 
3.RGB 
Provides a standard, 15-pin VGA-style connection to either an RGB or 
component high-definition source, or to...

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6.VIDEO 
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or 
other composite video source. Also provides composite sync input for RGBS 
sources. 
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)...

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2.3 
PD8130/PD8150 Remote 
Control
Figure 2-4 shows the PD8130/PD8150 remote control, and the paragraphs that 
follow describe its functionality.
Figure 2-4. PD8130/PD8150 Remote Control
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...

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4.Cursor Keys (, , , )  
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display 
patterns.
 
 
ENTER 
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.
5.Aspect Ratio Selection Button 
Press this button repeatedly to select one of the following aspect ratios:  
 
16 : 9: For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.  
Letterbox: For viewing...

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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...

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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 

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3.2 
Quick Setup
Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the PD8130/PD8150 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
2Mount the projector21
3Connect signal sources to 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...