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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.
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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.
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ETTING TARTED Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: DLP® PROJECTOR EMOTE CONTROL WITH TWO BATTERIES OWER CORD CABLE OMPOSITE VIDEO CABLE OMPUTER CABLE (USB -B USB) (RCA 3- -RCA 3) (VGA-VGA) TYPE CD-ROM (T ’...
User’s Manual Views of Projector Parts Front-right View ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Focus Focuses the projected image Lens zoom Enlarges the projected image Screws Holds lamp to projector See “Top view—OSD buttons and LEDs” Front IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control Lens Slide lens cap before use.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Height-adjuster button Push to release height adjuster Important: Ventilation openings on the projector allow for good air circulation, which keeps the projector lamp cool. Do not obstruct any of the ventilation openings. Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE...
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User’s Manual VOL+/ Increases volume Right cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Auto Optimizes image size, position, and resolution Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Menu Opens and exits the OSD Source Detects the input device Power Turns the projector on or off –...
Rear IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control DVI-D Connect a DVI-D cable (not supplied) from a computer (For PR5020 only) VGA IN Connect a VGA cable (supplied) from a computer VGA OUT Connect to a monitor (not supplied)
User’s Manual Security Lock Secure to permanent object with a Kensington® Lock 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. Bottom view ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Ceiling support holes...
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Remote Control Parts Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluorescent 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 surfaces such as projector screens.
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User’s Manual ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Page Down Page down when connected through USB to a PC Up cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Right cursor Down cursor Volume +/- Adjusts volume Mute Mutes the built-in speaker Zoom+ Zoom in Zoom- Zoom out...
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.
ETUP AND PERATION Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries taking note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. Caution: 1.
Rear IR Receiver for IR signal from remote control. DVI-D Connect DVI-D cable (not supplied) from a computer. (For PR5020 only) VGA in Connect a VGA cable (supplied) from a computer. VGA out Connect a VGA cable (not supplied) to a monitor.
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User’s Manual Warning: As a safety precaution, disconnect all power to the projector and connecting devices before making connections. – 12 – http://www.pureglare.com.au...
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Starting and Shutting down the Projector Slide the lens cover. Connect the power cord to the projector [A] Connect the other end to a wall outlet. — Switch [B] from on (O) to off ( The POWER and READY LEDs on the projector turn on.
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User’s Manual When the “Power Off?/Press Power again” message appears, press the Power button. The projector turns off. Turn off the main Power switch when the Ready LED stops flashing. Caution: Do not unplug the power cord until the Ready LED stops flashing, indicating the projector has cooled down.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Setting an Access Password (Security Lock) You can use the cursor (arrow) buttons to set a password and prevent unauthorized use of the projector. When enabled, the password must be entered after you power on the projector. (See “Navigating the OSD”...
User’s Manual Adjusting the Projector Level Take note of the following when setting up the projector: • The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy. • Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. • Be sure cables are not in the way or can cause the projector to be knocked over.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone Use the Image-zoom control (on the projector only) to resize the projected image and screen size. Use the Image-focus control (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image Press the Keystone button on the remote control.
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User’s Manual Press the Mute button to turn off the volume. (For remote only) – 18 – http://www.pureglare.com.au...
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual (OSD) M CREEN ISPLAY ETTINGS OSD Menu Controls The projector has an OSD that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control cursor buttons or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD.
User’s Manual Setting the OSD Language You may want to reference the OSD on your projector while reading this section. Set the OSD language to your preference before continuing. (The default language is English.) 1. Press the Menu button. The Main menu appears. 2.
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DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Setting the OSD Language Use the following illustration to quickly find a setting or determine the range for a setting. – 21 – http://www.pureglare.com.au...
User’s Manual Main Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Main button to move up and down in the Main menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Main Menu Functions Available for Connected Source Function Component Video Composite Video S-video Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Temp Color Saturation Color Tint Gamma Color Space Reset x = available to video source – 23 – http://www.pureglare.com.au...
User’s Manual Setup Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Setup button to move up and down in the Setup menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Function Component Video Composite Video S-video Reset x = available to video source Advance Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Setup menu. Press move to the Advance Feature menu and then press Enter or .
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User’s Manual ESCRIPTION EFAULT Security Lock Press the cursor button to enable or disable Security Lock. When — you enable Security Lock a Register Password dialog box appears: You can only use the following four cursor buttons, in the password fields. Press the cursor buttons five times in any order and confirm to set the password.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual User Color Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Setup menu. Press move to the Advance Feature menu and then press Enter or to move to the User .
User’s Manual Config Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Config button to move up and down in the Config menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Utility Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Utility button to move up and down in the Utility menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.
User’s Manual ESCRIPTION EFAULT Digital Zoom Digital operation for zoom and pan adjustment. Press — Enter or . The Zoom menu appears. Press to zoom in; press to zoom out. Press Enter or to open the Pan menu. (You must zoom in before you can open the Pan menu.) Use the cursor buttons to pan the zoomed image.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Tool Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Tool button to move up and down in the Tool menu. Press Enter or menu. Press the cursor confirm the new setting.
User’s Manual Status Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Status button to move up and down in the Status menu. menu. Press the cursor ESCRIPTION EFAULT Video Displays the resolution and refresh rate for RGB/DVI mode. Information Displays the color standard for video mode.
AINTENANCE AND ECURITY Replacing the Projection Lamp The projection lamp should be replaced when it burns out. It should only be replaced with a certified replacement part, which you can order from your local dealer. Important: 1. The lamp contains a certain amount of mercury and should be disposed of according to local ordinance regulations.
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User’s Manual Open the lamp compartment cover (B). Remove the two screws from the lamp module (C). Lift the module handle up (D). – 34 – http://www.pureglare.com.au...
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DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module Reverse steps 1 to 5 to install the new lamp module. – 35 – http://www.pureglare.com.au...
User’s Manual Resetting the Lamp After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Status menu. Press the cursor button to move down to Lamp Hour Reset.
DLP® Projector – User’s Manual Cleaning the Lens You can purchase optic lens cleaner from most camera stores. Refer to the following to clean the projector lens. 1. Apply a little optic lens cleaner to a clean soft cloth. (Do not apply the cleaner directly to the lens.) 2.
ROUBLESHOOTING Common problems and solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact your dealer for assistance. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose connection.
User’s Manual 2. To ensure the problem is not caused by a connected PC’s video card, connect to another computer. Problem: The image is flat with no contrast Adjust the Contrast setting on the Main menu of the OSD. Problem: The color of the projected image does not match the source image. Adjust the Color Temperature and Gamma settings on the Main menu of the OSD.
PECIFICATIONS Input/output connectors PR3010 PR3020 PR5020 Data in × × DVI-D RGB HD-15 Data out RGB HD-15 Video composite video (RCAx1) S-video Audio in Stereo RCAx2 (L+R) Stereo Mini-jack Audio out Stereo Mini-jack Control × × RS-232 Security Kensington lock –...
: Frequency not supported The native resolution for the PR5020 and PR3020 is 1024 x 768. The native resolution for the PR3010 is 800 x 600. Resolution other than native mode may be displayed with uneven size of text or lines.
EGULATORY OMPLIANCE FCC Warning 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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.