Vidikron Vision 15ET manual

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    Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projectors Vision 15 Vision 15ET Vision 15ET/CineWide™ 15 VERSION 1.1 INSTALLATION /OPERA TION MANU AL[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual iii TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For Projectors, Video Pr ocessors and Controllers Congratulations on y our purchase of a Vidikron video product an d welcome to the Vidikron family! With proper instal lation, setu p and care, y ou should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance. This is[...]

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    iv Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your conven ience, keep the origin al bill of sa le as evidence of the purchase date. Please fill out and mail yo ur warranty registration card. It is imperative that Planar knows how to reach you promptly if we sh o[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual v To locate the name and address of the nearest Authorized Vidikron Service Center, or for a dditional information about this Limi ted Warranty, please call or write: PLANAR SY STEMS, INC. 1195 NW C ompton Drive Beav erton, OR 97006-1992 Ph: (503) 748-5799 F ax: (503) 682-9441 T oll F ree: (86[...]

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    vi Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual Thank you for your purchase of th is quality Vidikron video projecto r! It h as been designed to provide you w ith the quality of v ideo that is expected in a home theater. For th e best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation. 1. Re[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual vii 18. Do not operate lamps beyo nd the rated lamp life. Excessiv e operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions. 19. Never look dire ctly into the len s when the lamp is on. Manufacturer’s Name: Planar Systems, Inc. Manufacturer’s Addr ess: 1195 NW C[...]

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    viii Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corp orate headquarters of Planar Systems, Inc., 11 95 NW Compton Drive, Beaver ton, OR 97006-1992. Date of Declarat ion: Janua ry 2008 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with the limits[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual ix 1 Table of Contents TWO YEAR LIMIT ED WARRANTY ................ ................... ................ .................... ................... ... iii Important Safety Instr uctions ....... ................ .................... ................... ................... ................ vi Comp[...]

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    Table of Contents x Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual Connectio ns to the Vision 15 ..... ............ ............ ............. ............ ............. ............ ............. ...... .. ............ ...... 2 3 Connecto r Panel Access ............... ............ ............. .......... ............. ............ ......[...]

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    Table of Contents Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual xi 7. Specifications . ................. ................... ................... ................ ................... ................. .... .... 61 Vision 15 Spe cifications ......... ............. ............ ............. ............ ............. ............ ..........[...]

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    Table of Contents xii Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Notes:[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 Insta llation/Operation Manual xiii 1 List of Figures 2-1. Vision 15 Fr ont/Side/Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2-2. Vision 15 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    List of Figures xiv Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installa tion/Operation Manual Notes:[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 1 1.1 About This Manual This manual describes how to in stal l, set up and operate a Vidikron Vision 15 Series Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Pro jector. This product family consists of th ree models: • Vision 15 • Vision 15ET (Extended-Throw) • Vision 15ET/CineWide Throughout this ma[...]

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    Introduction 2 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Graphic Conv entions: These symbols appear in numerous pl aces throughout the manu al, to emphasize points tha t you must keep in mi nd to avoid proble ms with your equipment or injury: 1.2 Using This Manual Use the following table to locate the spe cif ic information you need i[...]

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    Introduction Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 3 1.3 Description, Features and Benefits The Vidikron Vision Model 15 Series DLP Proj ectors combines a highly efficient optical light engine with br oad installation an d integration optio ns. Vidikron has implemented a host of advance ments into the projector’s light engine to[...]

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    Introduction 4 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Key Features and Benefits The Vision 15 offers th ese key features and benefits: • Native Resolu tion: 1280 x 720 • High-performance Digital Ligh t Processing (DLP™) engine • HDMI Input with High-bandwidth Digital Content Prote ction (HDCP) •H D T V C o m p a t i b l e[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 5 2.1 Vision 15 at a Glance Figure 2-1 shows th e locations of key Vision 15 components. Figure 2-1. Vision 15 Front/Side/Top View 1. T OP IR SENSOR 2. VERTICAL LENS SHIFT DIAL Shifts the image up or down. 3. INT AKE VENT 4. ADJUST ABLE FEET Use to adjust the height o r projection angle. 5. VI[...]

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    Controls and Functions 6 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 6. FRONT IR SENSOR 7. Z OOM/FOCUS RING Use this to change the projecte d image size or focus the image. 8. EXHA UST VENT 9. HORIZONT AL LENS SHIFT DIAL Shifts the image left or right. 10. TEMPERA TURE INDICA TOR Flashes blue when the pr ojector is overheated. 11. POWER[...]

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    Controls and Functions Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 7 1. 12-VOL T (250 mA) TRIGGER OU TPUT (3.5-mm mini phono jack; Tip = +12V ; Sleev e = Ground) Connection for a retractable screen , screen mask or other, 12-volt trigger-activate d device. 2. RS-2 32 C ONTROL P ORT A female, 9-pin mini-DIN co nnector for interfacing wit[...]

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    Controls and Functions 8 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 2.3 Vision 15 Remote Control Figure 2-3 show s the Vision 15 remote con trol, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-3. Vision 15 Remote Control EXIT L-BOX I-WIDE CINEMA I-WIDE 2.35 CUST ISF NT ISF DA Y 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 0 LIGHT DEF MENU ON [...]

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    Controls and Functions Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 9 1. ON / OFF Press to turn the pr ojector on or off. 2. IR OUTPUT INDICA TOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that a n IR signal is being transmitted. 3. Source Selection Buttons: VIDEO Press to switch to th e Composite video input. S- VIDEO Press to switch t[...]

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    Controls and Functions 10 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 8. MENU Press this button to access the on-scr een display (OSD) con trols. 9. Not used. 10. LIGHT Press this button to illuminate the buttons. 11. CUST Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom” memory preset. 12. ISF NT Press to recall sett[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 11 3.1 Remote Control To install batteries in the remote control: 1. Press down the tab on the cover and pull the cover in th e direction of the arrow. 2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that the polaritie s correctly match the and markings inside the battery compartment. 3. Insert the l[...]

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    Installation 12 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Notes on Remote Control Operation The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ra nges shown in Figure 3-1 . Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote C ontrol • For best results, hold the remote control within 23 feet (7m) of the back or top sensor and [...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 13 3.2 Quick Setup Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 15 installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation specia list. Table 3-1. Installation Overvie w Step P[...]

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    Installation 14 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 3.3 Installation Considerations Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your displ ay. Whether yo u are installing a pro jector temporarily or permanentl y, you should take the following into account to ensure your projec tor performs optimally. Install[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 15 Throw Distance Throw distance is the distance measured from t h e front of the projector to the screen. This is an important calcul ation in any projector in stal lation as it determines whether or not you have enough room to insta ll your projecto r with a desired screen size [...]

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    Installation 16 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Vertical and Horizontal Position Proper placeme nt of the projector relative to the screen will yi eld a rectangular , perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen . Typically (but not always), the projector is positioned perpendicul ar to the scre en and in such a[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 17 Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift If it is not possible to align the projector and scre en as shown in Figur e 3-3, you can use the lens shift controls to ce nter the image on the sc reen. Lens shift is generally expressed as a percentage of the scre en height or width, as sho[...]

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    Installation 18 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example on ly) 0% Screen Center 100% Width Lens Shift (1.0 x W) 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W) Screen Width (W) Note: This is a general example of l ens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens or projector is shown i[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 19 Table 3-4 gives the lens shift limits for the Vision 15, as percentages and absolute measurements with a 96 x 54 inch ( 1.78:1) screen. Folded Optics In rear- screen ap plication s where spac e behind t h e projector is limited, a mirror may be used to fold the optical path , a[...]

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    Installation 20 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Other Considerations Other considerations a nd tips that can help impro ve your installation: • Keep the ambient tem perature cons tant and below 35 °C (95°F). Keep the pro jector away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause drifts in th[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 21 Figure 3-7. Vision 15ET/Cin eWide with Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Plate - Exploded View Ceiling Mount Plate (part of optional Ceiling Mount Kit) Anamorphic Lens Base Plate Screw , Phillips Pan-Head, M4 x 0.7 x 14mm (3x)[...]

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    Installation 22 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 3.5 Mounting the Vision 15 There are several methods fo r mounting the projecto r. Depending on your ch osen installation, one method may be more suitable than ano ther. Floor Mounting (Upright) In typical front an d rear screen installations, the projector can be mo unted to a[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 23 3.6 Connections to the Vision 15 Proceed as follows to conn ect the Vision 15 to your video sources, exte rnal con troller(s) – if present – and AC power. When connectin g your equipment: • Turn off a ll equipment before making any connecti ons. • Use the correct sign a[...]

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    Installation 24 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Figure 3-9. HDMI/DVI Source Connections HDMI or DVI Source (BD/HD-DVD/DVD Player , HD Set T op Box, Game Console etc.)[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 25 RGB Connections: Connect your per sonal computer or othe r RGB source (DVD playe r or HD set top box) to the DV I-I input; see Figure 3-10 . Figure 3-10. RGB Conn ections 1. Refer to Computer Signa l Compatibility on page 65 for a list of computer signals compati ble with th e [...]

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    Installation 26 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Component Video Connections: Connect your component vide o source (DVD player or HD set top box) to the CO M P input as sh own in Figure 3-11. Figure 3-11. Componen t Video Connections Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y Component Video Sour ce (DVD Player , HD Set T op Box, Game Console etc.)[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 27 S-Video/Composite Video Connections: Connect your S-Video and composite video sources to the Vision 15 as shown in Figure 3-12 . Figure 3-12. Composite and S-Video Connections Composite S-Video DVD Player, VCR, LaserDisc, Camcorder etc.[...]

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    Installation 28 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual RS-232 Controller Connection Use the communication ca ble supplied with the projector to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system ( i f present) to the RS-232 po rt on the Vision 15; se e Figure 3-13 . For more information about usin g this connecti on, re fer to [...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 29 Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment If your home theater contains a retracta bl e screen, screen ma sk or other 12-vol t trigger-activated equipment, connect it to the 12-volt trigger output as shown in Figure 3-14 . Figure 3-14. Connecting the 12-Vo[...]

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    Installation 30 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 3.8 Changing the OSD Language The Vision 15 OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in French, Spanish, Italian or G erman. To change the OSD language: 1. Press MENU . 2. Select Insta llation from the Main Menu and press ENTER . 3. Select Langua[...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 31 3.10 Primary Lens Adjustments The Vision 15 gives y ou a great deal of contro l over the picture size, position and focus. Figure 3-15 shows the location of th e focus and zoom controls; Figure 3-16 shows the location of the lens shift contr ols. Focus and Zoom To focus the pro[...]

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    Installation 32 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Shift To change the projected image po sition, rotate the vert ical and/or horizontal lens sh ift dials. Figure 3-16. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls ➤ Do not force the lens shift dials bey ond their respective ranges. This may cause the projector to malfunction. [...]

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    Installation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 33 3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens If you are inst alling a Vision 15ET/CineWide, pr oceed as follows to install and adjust the anamorphic lens. The CineWide anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-17. Some components shipped w[...]

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    Installation 34 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 3. Secure the lens ( with the mounting br ac ket attached) to the Lens B ase Plate ( 6 ) using the swell latc hes. Adjusting the Lens Height and Angle: 1. Project a white field on the screen. 2. Loosen the four Height/Pitch Adjustment Screw s just enough to allo w vertical move[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 35 4.1 Using the On-Screen Menus • Press the MENU button on the remote cont rol to display the Main Menu. To sele ct a menu item, use the and buttons on the remote cont rol to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. • Use the arrow buttons to select menu items or ch ange setti[...]

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    Operation 36 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Figure 4-1. Vision 15 OSD Menu Structure Main Menu The Main Menu is the starting point for accessi ng all projector fu nctions. (You must enter a passcode to access the ISF menu.) Source Select Video S-Video Component HDMI DVI-D DVI-A Pic tu re Adj us t Picture Memory ISF Night, I[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 37 Source Select Choose Source Select fr om the Main Menu to switch video sources. The active source is indicated by an arrow to its left; in this example, Video is th e active source. To select a different source, use the or button to highlight it and press ENTER . Picture Adjust Us[...]

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    Operation 38 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Brightnes s: On your external te st pa ttern source, se lect a PLUGE patt ern. (PLUGE is an acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipmen t.”) Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE pattern. Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Br ightness PLUGE patterns vary but gener[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 39 Color: On your externa l test pattern source, select a co lor bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-4 . Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Colo r Saturation and Tint Select Color from the Pic ture Adjust menu and press ENTER . While looking at the color bar p[...]

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    Operation 40 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Tint: Tint or “h ue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image. When tint i s decreased, the image appea rs re dder; when it is incr eased the image appear s greener. To set the tint, select Tint from the Adjustment menu and press ENTER . While[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 41 Color Space: Select Color Spa ce from the Picture Adjust me nu to choose the color space o f the source sign al for HDMI, RG B and component connections. • The default setting, Auto , function s as follows: • HDMI/DVI-D: If the Auxiliary Video In form ation (AVI) infofram e co[...]

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    Operation 42 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Aspect Ratio To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, se lect Aspect Ratio from the Main Menu and press ENTER . Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size and the type of program material being viewed, then press ENTER ; refer to Ta ble 4-1[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 43 Letterbox With a 16:9 source image, Letterbox mode crops the top and bottom portion of the image and vertically stretches the remaining portion to fill a 16:9 image area. It scales (zooms in on) a 4:3 image linearly (by the same amount on all sides) to fill a 16:9 display. 16:9 4:[...]

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    Operation 44 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Cinema Select Cinema to view 2.35 source material in its native aspect ratio. With a 16:9 screen and a non-CineWide projector (no anamorphic lens), the upper and lower portions of the screen are masked, but the geometry of the active image area is unchanged. With a 2.35:1 screen a[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 45 Installation To access the Installation adjustments, press MENU , then pr ess the or button to highlight Installation and press ENTER . The Installation sub- menu appears. Press EXIT to return to the previous menu or press MENU to close a ll menus. Language: Select Language from t[...]

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    Operation 46 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Figure 4-6. Keystone C orrection Positive values compress top. Negative values compress bottom. - + V ertical Keystone Correction Positive values compress right side. Negative values compress left side. - + Horizontal Keystone Correction P rojector P rojected Image[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 47 Overscan: Some SDTV/EDTV programs are produced based on th e assumption that older television sets may not disp lay the outer edges of th e broadcast picture area. Overscan effectively hides these inactive , outer edges of the image. (For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, oversc[...]

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    Operation 48 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual • Phase : Adjust the phase if the image (usually from an RGB source) shows shimmer or “noise.” Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock rela tive to the incoming signal. The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a VCR. For best r[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 49 Setup To adjust the lamp and pe rform other common, insta llation-related tasks, use the up- or down-arrow buttons to highlight Setup in the Main Menu and press ENTER . Lamp Power: Select Lamp Power from the Setup Menu to adjust the lamp output level. You can choose to run the lam[...]

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    Operation 50 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Factory Reset: To restore all Setup Me nu options to their factory-default values, selec t Factory Reset and press ENTER . Use the arrow buttons to hi ghlight “OK,” then press EN TER again to confirm the operation. ISF To access the ISF calibration menu, sele ct ISF from the M[...]

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    Operation Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 51 Save Settings: To store changes to picture quality settings for the current input and resolution in the “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night” Picture Memory , choose Save Settings from the Picture Adjust menu and select “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.” To r[...]

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    Operation 52 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Notes:[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 53 5.1 Cleaning the Projector • Unplug the power cord be fore cleaning the projector. • Avoid using benzene or thinner, as these can damage the finish on the projector exterior. • Do not use volatile agents, such as insecticides, on the projector. • Do not leave rub ber or plastic obje[...]

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    Maintenance and Troubleshooting 54 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 5.3 Cleaning the Intake and Exhaust Vents This Vision 15 is eq uipped with intake and exhaust vents to allow the flow of cool a ir through the projecto r and maintain the proper operating temperature. You should periodically clean the vents by vacuuming them [...]

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    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 55 5.4 Lamp Maintenance The projector lamp has a life of 2,000 hours. Maintain pro per ventilation to ke ep the lamp operating throughout its lifetime. Do not su bject the projector to unnece ssary vibration. • Lamp replacement is recommended after approximate[...]

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    Maintenance and Troubleshooting 56 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 5.6 Lamp Replacement 1. Turn off the proj ector and w ait for the cooling fan to stop. 2. Unplug the power cord. Allow th e projector to cool down for approximately one hour prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 3. Loosen the two captive lamp c[...]

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    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 57 5.7 Troubleshooting Tips Table 5-1 provides some general guidelin es for tr oubleshooting problems you may encounter with the Vision 15. If you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Vidikron dea ler or Vidikron Technical Support. Table 5-[...]

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    Maintenance and Troubleshooting 58 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Notes:[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 59 6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration To interface the Vision 15 with a home theate r automation/control system or a PC runnin g terminal emulatio n software, connect it t o your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-13 . Configure the RS-2 32 controller o r PC serial port a s fo[...]

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    Serial Communications 60 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual RRD02 Selects the LETTERBOX aspect ratio RRDOK RRD03 Selects the INTELLIWIDE aspect ratio RRDOK RRD04 Selects the CINEMA (2.35:1) aspect ratio RRDOK RRD05 Selects the INTELLIWIDE 2.35 aspect ratio RRDOK RRE00 Turns the projector OFF RREOK PON Turns the projector ON Ran[...]

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    Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 61 7.1 Vision 15 Specifications Table 7-1 lists the Vision 15 specifications. 7 Specifications Table 7-1. Vision 15 Specifications Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), Single-Chip DMD Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, IntelliWide, Cinema, Inte[...]

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    Specifications 62 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC Class B, CE , C-Tick, GOST Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Lamp: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first. Specifications are subject to change without not[...]

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    Specifications Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 63 7.2 Vision 15 Dimensions Figure 7-1 shows th e Vision 15 dimensions. Figure 7-1. Vision 15 Dimensions 398.0mm 181.8mm 162.6mm Rear View Side View Side View Bottom View Front View 429.4mm 431.6mm 22.8mm 164.6mm 87mm 87mm 164.6mm 408.0mm 231.7mm 166.3mm 16.06in 16.90in 16.99in [...]

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    Specifications 64 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 7.3 Vision 15ET Dimensions Figure 7-2 shows the Vision 15ET dimensions. Figure 7-2. Vision 15ET Dimensions 398.0mm 181.8mm 162.6mm Rear View Side View Side View Bottom View Front View 429.4mm 431.6mm 55.8mm 220.4mm 87mm 87mm 164.6mm 446.7mm 231.7mm 166.3mm 17.59in 16.90in 16.[...]

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    Specifications Vidikron Vision Model 15 In stallation/Operation Manual 65 7.4 Computer Signal Compatibility The Vision 15 can displ ay video signals from a variety of comp uter sources via its DVI-I and HDMI inputs. Table 7-2 lists the signal types th at are compatibl e wi th the Vision 15, an d indicates which of those are VESA standards. Table 7-[...]

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    Specifications 66 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installati on/Operation Manual 7.5 Video Signal Compatibility Table 7-3 li sts numerous common video signal formats and indi cates which input(s) on the Vision 15 can accept a given format. Table 7-3. Video Signal Compatibility Chart Resolution H-Freq (kHz) V-Freq (Hz) Compatible Inputs (Note 1) Comp. S- V[...]

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