Planar PD7170 User manual

PD7170
Home Theater
Projector
Installation & Operation Manual
www.planarhometheater.com

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TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers
Congratulations on your purchase of a Planar video product and welcome to the Planar family! With proper
installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance.
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it
with your other important documents.
SERVICE LABOR: Planar will pay for service labor by a Planar Authorized Service Center when needed as a result
of manufacturing defect for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user
(excluding the lamp).
PARTS (not including the lamp): Planar will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end
user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original
warranty period.
PROJECTOR LAMP: Planar will pay for service labor by a Planar Authorized Service Center when needed as a
result of a manufacturing defect for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the
effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Planar will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for
the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours,
whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement lamps are then
subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.
This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal
use and does not cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any
appearance items; failure resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or
improper installation or setup adjustments; improper maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal;
damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and brownouts; damage that occurs during shipping or
transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote control units, damage resulting from
leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty.
CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS PLANAR PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM PLANAR AUTHORIZED
DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS
SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION
AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED PLANAR DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER
THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR PLANAR
PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY PLANAR AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

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Planar limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty
period. There are no express warranties. Planar also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or
consequential damages related to the failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original
bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date.
Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Planar knows how to reach you
promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Planar video product will be performed at
the location of the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating
distance from a Planar Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be
returned to the Planar factory for repairs. If, solely in Planar’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is
beyond normal operating distance of the closest Planar Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit
be returned to the Planar factory, it is the owner’s responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair.
These arrangements must be made through the selling Planar Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Planar
directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Planar will return product transportation
prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the
responsibility of the owner.
© Copyright 2008 Planar Systems, Inc. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright,
trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be
reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the
manufacturer.
Trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION:
CONTACT A PLANAR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

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To locate the name and address of the nearest Planar Authorized Service Center, or for additional information
about this Limited Warranty, please call or write:
Planar Systems, Inc.
1195 NW Compton Drive
Beaverton, OR 97006-1992
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll Free: (866) PLANAR1
PLANAR VIDEO PRODUCT INFORMATION
RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS
____________________________________________ ___________________________________________
Model Purchased Date
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City State/Province Postal Code
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Thank you for your purchase of this quality Planar product! For best performance, please read this manual
carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by Planar Systems.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
15. The +12V trigger only outputs 12Vdc signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output.
This could cause damage to this unit.
16. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.
17. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45
minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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18. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could
cause them to explode in rare occasions.
19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on.
Manufacturer’s Name: Planar Systems, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006
hereby declares that the products Model Numbers:
PD7170
conform with the provisions of:
Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;
EN 55022 “Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology
equipment” 1998;
EN 55024 “Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology
equipment” 1998;
Including:
• EN 61000-4-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 2:
Electrostatic discharge immunity test”
• EN 61000-4-3 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 3:
Radiated, Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test”
• EN 61000-4-4 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 4:
Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test”
• EN 61000-4-5 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 5:
Surge immunity test"
• EN 61000-4-6 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 6:
Conducted disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields immunity test"
• EN 61000-4-8 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 8:
Conducted disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test"
• EN 61000-4-11 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section
11: Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests"
And:
• EN 61000-3-2 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions
(equipment input current up to and including 16 A per phase)" 2000;
• EN 61000-3-3 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 3: Limitations of voltage changes,
voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current up to
and including 16 A and not subject to conditional connection" 1995;
Council Directive 2006/95/EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety;
EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”
Compliance Information
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:

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The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Planar
Systems, Inc., 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006.
Date of Declaration: February 2008
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can
be hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or
federal Laws.
For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG.
For lamp specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be
treated as household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to
an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences to the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
FCC PART 15:
INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003):
IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS
DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applicable throughout the European Union and
other European countries with separate collection programs)

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1. Table of Contents
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TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................................................................iii
Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................... vi
Compliance Information ..............................................................................................vii
1. Introduction .............................................................................................................. 1
About This Manual .....................................................................................................1
Target Audience ..................................................................................................1
If You Have Comments About This Manual... ...................................................1
Textual and Graphic Conventions.....................................................................1
Using This Manual .......................................................................................................2
Description, Features and Benefits ..........................................................................3
Key Features and Benefits...................................................................................3
Parts List .................................................................................................................4
2. Controls and Functions ............................................................................................ 5
PD7170 at a Glance ..................................................................................................5
PD7170 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................8
PD7170 Remote Control ...........................................................................................9
3. Installation .............................................................................................................. 13
Remote Control .......................................................................................................13
Notes on Batteries ..............................................................................................13
Notes on Remote Control Operation ..............................................................13
Quick Setup ..............................................................................................................15
Installation Considerations ......................................................................................16
Installation Type..................................................................................................16
Ambient Light .....................................................................................................17
Throw Distance...................................................................................................17
Vertical and Horizontal Position........................................................................18
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift .....................................................................19
Folded Optics .....................................................................................................20
Other Considerations.........................................................................................20
Lens Replacement ..................................................................................................21

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Mounting the PD7170 ..............................................................................................23
Floor Mounting (Upright) ...................................................................................23
Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)..............................................................................23
Adjusting the Projection Angle.........................................................................23
Connections to the PD7170 ...................................................................................23
Connector Panel Access ..................................................................................24
Connecting Source Components to the PD7170 ..........................................25
RS-232 Controller Connection ..........................................................................29
Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment ............30
Connecting an External IR Receiver................................................................30
Connecting to AC Power .................................................................................31
Turning on the Power ..............................................................................................31
Lens Adjustments .....................................................................................................31
Focus ...................................................................................................................31
Zoom....................................................................................................................31
Lens Shift..............................................................................................................31
Changing the OSD Language ...............................................................................32
Adjusting the Picture Orientation ..........................................................................33
Rear Projection...................................................................................................33
Ceiling Mode ......................................................................................................33
4. Operation ............................................................................................................... 35
Selecting Video Memory ........................................................................................35
Selecting an Aspect Ratio ......................................................................................35
Selecting An Input Source ......................................................................................35
Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) ...................................................................................36
Using the On-Screen Menus ...................................................................................37
Main.....................................................................................................................39
Advanced...........................................................................................................49
System .................................................................................................................55
Control.................................................................................................................59
Language ...........................................................................................................61
Service.................................................................................................................62
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 65
Lamp Replacement ................................................................................................65
Troubleshooting Tips ................................................................................................66

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6. Serial Communications ......................................................................................... 69
RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration .........................................................69
Serial Command Syntax .........................................................................................69
Key Commands .................................................................................................69
Operations Commands ....................................................................................72
7. Specifications ......................................................................................................... 79
PD7170 Specifications .............................................................................................79
PD7170 Dimensions ..................................................................................................82
Supported Timings ...................................................................................................83

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1. List Of Figures
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2-1. PD7170 Front/Side View ............................................................................................5
2-2. PD7170 Rear/Bottom/Top View................................................................................7
2-3. PD7170 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................8
2-4. PD7170 Remote Control............................................................................................9
3-1. IR Reception Angles ................................................................................................14
3-2. Estimating Throw Distance ......................................................................................17
3-3. Projector Placement ...............................................................................................18
3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) .........................................................................19
3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)......................................................................19
3-6. Folded Optics...........................................................................................................20
3-7. HDMI/DVI Source Connections ..............................................................................25
3-8. RGB Connections.....................................................................................................26
3-9. Component Video Connections ...........................................................................27
3-10. Composite and S-Video Connections ................................................................28
3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection .....................................................................29
3-12. 12-Volt Trigger Output Connection .....................................................................30
3-13. External IR Receiver Connection .........................................................................30
4-1. PD7170 OSD Menu Structure ..................................................................................38
4-2. PD7170 Main Menu..................................................................................................39
4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ....................................................44
4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast...................................................44
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness .........................................................45
4-6. Overscan Examples.................................................................................................47
4-7. Source Select Sub-Menu.........................................................................................48
4-8. PD7170 Advanced Menu .......................................................................................49
4-9. RGB Adjust Sub-Menu .............................................................................................52
4-10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu ..............................................................................................53
4-11. PD7170 System Menu ............................................................................................55
4-12. Source Enable Sub-Menu .....................................................................................56
4-13. PIP and PBP areas for 720p Display......................................................................57
4-14. PIP Split-Screen Mode ...........................................................................................58
4-15. PD7170 Control Menu............................................................................................59

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4-16. PD7170 Service Menu............................................................................................62
7-1. PD7170 Dimensions ..................................................................................................82

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1.1
About This Manual
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Planar
PD7170 Home Theater Projector.
Throughout this manual, the Planar PD7170 Home Theater Projector is referred to
as the “PD7170.”
Target AudiencePlanar has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users
get the most out of the PD7170.
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 <Enter>. ”
• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and
enclosed in angle brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>,
<Spacebar>, <Control>, <Esc> and <Tab>.
•<Enter> 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

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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
D ANGER!
If you need... ... Turn to page:
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General information about the PD7170 Home Theater
Projector
3
Installation instructions 13
First-time configuration instructions 32
Advanced configuration instructions 49
Troubleshooting tips 66
Specifications for the PD7170 Home Theater Projector 79

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1.3
Description, Features
and Benefits
The Planar PD7170 has been engineered for the top quality picture
performance and installation flexibility heretofore associated with projectors
costing far more.
The PD7170 high-definition, 1280 x 720 native resolution, three-chip DLP™ light
engine features state-of-the-art technology for bright, pristine, high-definition
images.
The PD7170 is equipped with a precision optics package offering zoom, focus
and lens shift controls and a throw range of 1.82:1 to 2.28:1. For even greater
installation flexibility, four other lens options are available offering throw
distances ranging from 1.52 to 7.09 times the screen width.
The PD7170 has been engineered to comply with Imaging Science
Foundation™ (ISF) standards for maximum home theater image quality. Planar's
sophisticated parameters for white balance and color gamut control have also
been implemented for precise balance of gray scale and color. The PD7170
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 PD7170 offers these key features and benefits:
• Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)
• DLP system using three (3), high-performance Digital Micromirror Device
(DMD) chips for increased brightness, allowing for larger screen sizes
• 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
• Power lens shift (horizontal and vertical)
• Power zoom and focus

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Parts List Your PD7170 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 (752-6271).
• PD7170 Home Theater Projector with standard Z100 Lens (1.82:1 – 2.28:1 throw
ratio; part number 997-5488-00)
• Remote Control Unit and two (2), AA-size batteries
• AC Power Cords (North America, Europe, United Kingdom)
• Source Connection Cables:
• Component Video, 1.8 meters (5.9 feet)
• HDMI to HDMI, 2.0 meters (6.6 feet)
• Warranty information and registration card
• Cleaning Cloth
• Clip-on Light Shield
• Planar PD7170 Installation/Operation Manual (this document)
Optional Accessories:
• Ceiling mount kit (part number 997-4214-00)
• Replacement Lamp (part number 997-5353-00)
• Replacement Lenses (refer to page 18 for more information):
• Z80, 1.52:1 – 1.82:1 throw ratio (part number 997-5487-00)
• Z200, 2.28:1 – 3.04:1 throw ratio (part number 997-5489-00)
• Z400, 3.04:1 – 4.56:1 throw ratio (part number 997-5490-00)
• Z500, 4.56:1 – 7.09:1 throw ratio (part number 997-5491-00)
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2.1
PD7170 at a Glance
Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key PD7170 components.
Figure 2-1. PD7170 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 Buttons ( , , , )
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display
patterns.
2. Controls and Functions
System Keypad
Top IR Sensor
Exhaust
Vent Intake
Vent
Power Button/
Status LED
Front IR Sensor
Projection Lens
▲
▲
SOURCE
MENU
►◄

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ENTER ( )
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.
When no menu is present on-screen, press ENTER to access the motorized lens
focus control. Press ENTER again to access the motorized lens zoom control.
Press ENTER yet again to access the motorized lens shift control.
Use the and buttons to adjust focus, zoom or vertical lens position. Use
the and buttons to adjust horizontal lens position.
MENU
Press this button to show or hide the OSD menus.
•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.
•PROJECTION LENS
The inside of the lens barrel is threaded to accommodate a standard, 72-mm
lens filter. For example, with a smaller screen you can install a neutral-density
filter to reduce the overall light output.
If needed, a light shield accessory is provided with the lens to minimize stray
light emissions. (Use it only when the vertical offset is 50% of the screen height
or greater.) The light shield attaches to the end of the lens (or to the filter, if
used).
•FRONT IR SENSOR
Receives infrared signals from the remote control unit.