Planar Pd8150 Projector User Manual
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Table of Contents Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual xi PRELI MINAR Y 6.Serial Communications ......................................................................................... 67 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration .........................................................67 Serial Command Syntax .........................................................................................67 Key Commands .................................................................................................67 Operations Commands ....................................................................................70 7.Specifications ......................................................................................................... 79 PD8130/PD8150 Specifications ...............................................................................79 PD8130/PD8150 Dimensions ...................................................................................82 Supported Timings ...................................................................................................83
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Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual xiii 1. List Of Figures PRELI MINAR Y 2-1. PD8130/PD8150 Front/Side View ..............................................................................5 2-2. PD8130/PD8150 Rear/Bottom/Top View .................................................................7 2-3. PD8130/PD8150 Rear Panel ......................................................................................9 2-4. PD8130/PD8150 Remote Control ...........................................................................11 3-1. IR Reception Angles ................................................................................................14 3-2. Estimating Throw Distance ......................................................................................17 3-3. Projector Placement ...............................................................................................18 3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) .........................................................................18 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only) ......................................................................19 3-6. Folded Optics ...........................................................................................................20 3-7. HDMI/DVI Source Connections ..............................................................................23 3-8. RGB Connections.....................................................................................................24 3-9. Component Video Connections ...........................................................................25 3-10. Composite and S-Video Connections ................................................................26 3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection .....................................................................27 3-12. 12-Volt Trigger Output Connection .....................................................................28 3-13. External IR Receiver Connection .........................................................................28 4-1. PD8130/PD8150 OSD Menu Structure ....................................................................36 4-2. PD8130/PD8150 Main Menu ...................................................................................37 4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ....................................................42 4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast...................................................42 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness .........................................................43 4-6. Overscan Examples .................................................................................................45 4-7. Source Select Sub-Menu.........................................................................................46 4-8. PD8130/PD8150 Advanced Menu .........................................................................47 4-9. RGB Adjust Sub-Menu .............................................................................................50 4-10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu ..............................................................................................51 4-11. PD8130/PD8150 System Menu ..............................................................................53 4-12. Source Enable Sub-Menu .....................................................................................54 4-13. PIP and PBP areas for 1080p Display....................................................................55 4-14. PIP Split-Screen Mode ...........................................................................................56 4-15. PD8130/PD8150 Service Menu .............................................................................60 7-1. PD8130/PD8150 Dimensions....................................................................................82
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Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual 1 PRELI MINAR Y 1.1 About This Manual This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Planar PD8130/PD8150 Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projector. Throughout this manual, the Planar PD8130/8150 1080p DLP Projector is referred to as the “PD8130/PD8150.” Target AudiencePlanar has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the PD8130/PD8150. Planar has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and other Planar product manuals on-line, at www.Planar.com. If You Have Comments About This Manual... Planar welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [email protected]. Textual and Graphic Conventions Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify the information and instructions provided: • Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.” • Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to Letterbox, type op aspect = 1 . ” • All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle brackets. These keys are the following: , , , and . • indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your keyboard if it has both keys. In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used to highlight important information, as in this example: 1. Introduction A carriage return must be used after each command or string.Note
Introduction 2 Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual PRELI MINAR Y Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or injury: 1.2 Using This Manual Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using certain features. NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance. They also provide supplemental information. CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade performance or cause a malfunction. WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result in damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user. DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death. Tip Note Caution WARNING DANGER! If you need...... Turn to page: Information about obtaining serviceiv General information about the PD8130/8150 1080p DLP Projector3 Installation instructions13 First-time configuration instructions 29 Advanced configuration instructions47 Troubleshooting tips64 Specifications for the PD8130/8150 1080p DLP Projector 79
Introduction Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual 3 PRELI MINAR Y 1.3 Description, Features and Benefits The Planar PD8130/PD8150 has been engineered for the top quality 1080p picture performance and installation flexibility heretofore associated with projectors costing far more. The PD8130/PD8150 Full-HD (1920 x 1080) native resolution DLP™ light engine features state-of-the-art technology for bright, pristine, high-definition images at today’s highest available resolution. The PD8130/PD8150 is equipped with a precision optics package offering zoom, focus and lens shift controls and a throw range of 1.85:1 to 2.40:1. For installations requiring shorter throw distances, the PD8130/PD8150 is optionally available with a lens that offers a throw range of 1.56:1 to 1.86:1. The PD8130/PD8150 has been engineered to comply with Imaging Science Foundation™ (ISF) standards for maximum home theater image quality. Planars sophisticated parameters for white balance and color gamut control have also been implemented for precise balance of gray scale and color. The PD8130/PD8150 incorporates proprietary de-interlacing technology that provides exceptional scaling and film-to-video (3:2 pull-down) conversion for the most artifact-free images possible. Discrete infrared (IR) and RS-232 control make custom installation seamless, while discrete power on/off and source selection accommodate any automation control system. Key Features and BenefitsThe PD8130/PD8150 offers these key features and benefits: • Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio) • DLP system using high-performance Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) • Customized color wheel produces wide dynamic range and rich grayscale • DynamicBlack™ provides for infinitely variable adjustment of the light path through the optics, enabling the perfect balance of black and white levels for any type of video source material • Picture in Picture function allows you to display two inputs on the screen at the same time • Two (2), HDMI 1.3 Inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) • HDTV Compatible Additional Features of the PD8150: • Greater optical contrast (up to 15,000:1 with DynamicBlack enabled) • Horizontal (as well as vertical) lens shift • Expanded connectivity (additional component video input and 12-volt trigger output)
Introduction 4 Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual PRELI MINAR Y Parts ListYour PD8130/PD8150 is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Planar dealer or Planar Customer Service at (866) PLANAR1. • PD8130/PD8150 DLP Projector • Remote Control Unit and two (2), AA-size batteries • AC Power Cords (North America, Europe, United Kingdom) • Source Connection Cables: • Component Video •HDMI to HDMI • Warranty information and registration card • Cleaning Cloth • 5.0-mm Hex wrench (for lens shift adjustment) • Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual (this document) Optional Accessories: • Ceiling mount kit (part number 997-4214-00) • Short-throw lens, 1.56:1-1.86:1 • Replacement Lamp (part number 997-5268-00) ➤
Controls and Functions Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual 5 PRELI MINAR Y 2.1 PD8130/PD8150 at a Glance Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key PD8130/PD8150 components. Figure 2-1. PD8130/PD8150 Front/Side View •TOP IR SENSOR Receives infrared signals from the remote control unit. •SYSTEM KEYPAD Provides an alternative to using the remote control unit to select a source or navigate the on-screen display (OSD) controls. SOURCE Use this button to select a video source. 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. MENU Press this button to show or hide the OSD menus. 2. Controls and Functions System Keypad Top IR Sensor Exhaust Vent Intake Vent Power Button/ Status LED Focus Ring Front IR SensorProjection Lens Zoom Ring ▲ ▲ SOURCE MENU ►◄
Controls and Functions 6 Planar PD8130/PD8150 Installation/Operation Manual PRELI MINAR Y •POWER BUTTON/STATUS LED Indicates projector status as follows: • Solid green = AC power present, ready to turn on (lamp not lit) • Flashing green = lamp is warming up or cooling down; keypad functions not allowed • Off = Lamp lit, projector functioning normally • Alternating green/red = Lamp problem (door open, unable to strike, end of life), user intervention likely to fix problem • Flashing red = Over temperature, user intervention (clear vents, turn on AC) may fix problem • Solid red = Error that requires servicing (fan fail, Power-on self-test fail etc.) •EXHAUST VENT Warm air exits the projector through this vent. Ensure that it is not blocked. •INTAKE VENT Internal fans draw cool air into the projector through this vent. •ZOOM RING Rotate this to change the projected image size. •FOCUS RING Rotate this to focus the projected image. •PROJECTION LENS Available in two versions: standard throw range (1.85:1 to 2.40:1) and short throw range (1.56:1 to 1.86:1). •FRONT IR SENSOR Receives infrared signals from the remote control unit.