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MARQUEE™ 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User`s Manual

1. I I I l I I j I I L I I I i Current Input Parameters 1 Phase 2 Bottom VDC Display Systems 2 Size 3 Left i Marquee Xxxx 000 Serial No XXXXXXX 3 4 Right l l Podere A o Vi ae wes 9 i Daer mO s Sync Slow During adjustments AutoPowerup Off HorizScan Normal 6 Blanking l press lt gt to cycle Messages Off VertScan Normal 7 Auto Clamp Off ie Set to internal image Mute Off Switchers 1 8 Retrace Long SHOPY Setup l l Options Decoder 9 2 ASI with Save I I 3 Current Setup Unlocked IT 4 ASR Off 5 Clear Current Setup 6 Select Internal Frequency From S12 1 2 Keystone Current Setup Memory To R56 3 Side Pin Input 00 GEOM Recall 00 Press ENTER to copy LC 4 Top uL e MM E ML E E LED UAE M E MCI A aa a I 5 Bottom I i 5 Bow n Select Internal Frequency f I ee i XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 8 S Linearity CH NAME RECALL U D I 9 01 COMPUTERA I DPB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX a OMP I HDM XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX l 5 Contrast Modulation SWB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Recall Memories I 6 Adjust G 2 CMM XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX I Decoder XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 1 Source Setup Horiz Mert Horiz I During adjustments press lt gt ACON XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2 ChannelList 3190 mE 90 50 I to cycle to external image i 0 80 3 Recall Memories l 1 UT
2. JP4 The JP4 jumper setting sets the keypad type If you are converting the keypad to an IR remote move the JP4 jumper from between pins 2 and 3 to pins 1 and 2 Power Connection Figure 2 2 Remote Control Jumper Settings 2 2 Installation amp Setup Section 2 2 3 Source Connections To apply power to the projector plug the AC line cord into the line input socket located at the front panel of the projector Plug the three prong end of the line cord in a grounded AC outlet Input voltage to the projector must be between 90 and 264 VAC 50 or 60 Hz The power source must supply 650 watts of power to the projector Rear View 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Figure 2 3 Power Connection The projector includes a built in RGB input interface Video Input Module for connection of external RGB sources This input interface is shown in Figure 2 4 The built in interface is required for normal operation The standard and optional RGB interfaces provide connection of an RGB source having one of the following sync types sync on green 3 wire composite sync 4 wire or separate H amp V sync 5 wire To connect a source connect the red green and blue outputs to the RED GREEN and BLUE inputs on the interface If the source uses sync on green no additional cables are required If the source prov
3. 03 007062 03P CRT 8 MAG FOCUS GRN PANASONIC 03 270338 02P VIDEO NECK MODULE 8520 8521 21 000687 04 STIGMATOR RING 21 000691 01 YOKE DEFLECTION 8 21 000692 01 COIL CONVERGENCE 8 21 000695 01 FOCUS MAG WITH STIGMATOR 8 59874 01 SPLITTER 1 IN 1 OUT 59879 01 LENS LOW MAG HUD 81731 01 HUD MOTHER BD HEAD 81732 01 HUD HORIZ DEFLECTION MODULE TOP VIEW Section 2 8 27 4 in 70 cm Li Lj 34 6 in 88 cm FRONT VIEW 25 0 in 64 cm SDIE VIEW REAR VIEW Display Systems 1 3 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 1 4 Specifications Dimensions Section2 Installation amp Setup This section explains how to install and set up the projector If you are familiar with the projector and want to quickly set it up for temporary use follow the Quick Setup instructions in Section 2 1 For a complete setup skip Section 2 1 and follow the instructions and guides covered in the remaining subsections 2 1 Quick Setup Follow these 7 steps for quick set up of the projector Step 1 Position the Projector To perform a quick setup the projector must be positioned so that the throw distance is the same as that used during the most recent optical alignment
4. Help Page to display help and provide assistance Test Pattern to assist during setup Note The display of slidebars and messages can be suppressed if desired For more information refer to Section 3 6 Utility Features Each of the above are explained in the following entries As you read through the explanations note the following In most cases EXIT brings you back to presentation level RECALL brings you back to the previous page or menu ENTER is pressed to make a selection and HELP provides context sensitive help 3 1 7 Slidebars When an adjustment is made a slidebar is superimposed on the projection screen The slidebar displays the adjustment setting on a percentage scale To make an adjustment use the arrow keys indicated by the slidebar Press EXIT to end an adjustment or for a slidebar accessed from a menu press ENTER If no keys are pressed within 5 seconds while a slidebar is displayed the slidebar disappears For example if CONT is pressed the Contrast slidebar is superimposed on the image The slidebar shows that contrast is set to 50 Press A or W on the keypad to change the contrast level When complete press EXIT ra ontras ED m V 0 50 100 Ku Display Systems 3 3 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 1 8 Menus When a menu key is pressed or a menu is selected a menu with a list of selection items is superimposed on the projection screen Each menu c
5. C 95 F Make sure none of the projector ventilation slots are obstructed The source input signal may be of low quality The horizontal or vertical frequency of the input may have changed at the source end For the selected source set ASR to on The projector will then try to use display parameter settings which are best matched for the source Symptom Colors on the display are not accurate when using the Marquee Multi standard Decoder Cause Remedy 1 Color and tint settings may require adjustment Symptom The display is not rectangular in shape Cause Remedy 1 The geometry settings may not be set correctly Adjust the display geometry settings Press GEOM for the Geometry menu 4 6 Maintenance Section 4 Symptom The display is noisy Cause Remedy 1 The input may not be terminated Make sure the input is terminated 75Q If it is the last connection in a loop through chain it should be terminated at the projector only 2 The signal cables carrying the input signal may be of poor quality Use only good quality signal cables VDC Display Systems cables are recommended 3 The distance between the input source device and the projector may be too great If the distance between the input source device and the projector is greater than 25 feet signal amplification conditioning may be required 4 There may be interference from other equipment Keep the projector away from devices which radiate electrom
6. 0 slidebar level indicates no blanking 2 A phase adjustment may be required Select Phase from the Picture Adjust menu PIC Adjust phase so that the entire picture is visible and centered 3 The retrace time of the projector may be longer than the horizontal blanking time of the signal Press UTIL 1 8 to change projector retrace time to Short Symptom Transitions between colors are fuzzy Cause Remedy 1 Convergence may require adjustment Perform a convergence on the selected source 2 The projector may not be optically aligned for the installation Has the throw distance changed significantly since the last optical alignment If so have the projector re aligned Refer to Section 2 5 Symptom The display is very faint Cause Remedy 1 Contrast or brightness settings may be set too low 2 The projection room may be too bright Lower the intensity of projection room lighting Reduce light reflections as much as possible 3 The projection room walls and ceilings may be too reflective Reflective ceilings walls and floors should be kept to a minimum The best projection rooms are dark with matte finishing 4 The projector may be too far from the screen 5 The location of the audience with respect to the screen may not be adequate Make sure the audience is within the viewing angle set by the projector and screen position and the screen type 6 The phase setting may require adjustment Select Phase from the Pi
7. 1 0n NOTE If 2 the projector is currently in the process of powering up In this state any 2 Between RS 232 commands other than Power Off will be ignored and discarded 88 Standby ON OFF 3D BD P1 O Off On blanks the picture and mutes the audio and is same as sending separate commands 1 On to blank picture and mute audio The projector remains operational while in standby Off turns picture and audio back on See page 15 Picture Mute ON OFF 0E 8E P1 O Off On blanks the picture only the rest of the projector remains operational You can go 1 0n into this mode then switch sources or change a setting and then leave Off to regain the picture See page 15 Audio Mute ON OFF Pt O Off Turn the audio off or on The rest of the projector remains operational 1 On Input Switcher Slot P1 switcher 0 9 Select input If P1 0 projector then P2 slot 1 9 Slot 1 standard RGB VIM Slot 2 optional interface card into VIM Slot 3 Composite on decoder Slot 4 Composite on decoder Slot 5 S Video on decoder Slot 6 S Video on decoder Recall Memory P1 0 99 Select recall memory 0 none Internal Frequency 35 B5 P1 0 6 Select internal frequency 0 current external signal 1 6 one of the internal frequencies from the Marquee Select Internal Frequency menu Key Code 63 n a P1 Code Emulate the function of a key on the keypad Any additional parameters sent are ignore
8. Screens do not reflect equally in all directions Most light is reflected in a conical volume which is centered around the line of best viewing Maximum brightness is seen when you are positioned within the viewing cone The horizontal and vertical viewing angles are the horizontal and vertical angles of the cone White Balance White Balance refers to the color temperature of white used by the projector White Field A white field is the area of an image that is white only For example a full white field is an image that is white everywhere A 10 white field is a white area usually rectangular that occupies 10 of the image the remaining 90 is black Display Systems C 5 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank C 6 Glossary
9. The two displays below demonstrate skew adjustment To adjust H Skew select Skew from the Geometry menu then use A and VW until the image is slanted from side to side as desired For V Skew press A and V to slant up or down 3 5 Convergence Registration Convergence With three CRT systems normal convergence registration is the process of aligning the red green and blue color components on the projection screen The Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD projector is a single CRT Lens system as the name applies and therefore requires only green geometry correction Correction settings can also be saved in Recall memories 1 2 3 4 5 Service During adjustments pres lt gt to cycle Begin by selecting the input source to be converged Convergence settings will be to external image saved in the current setup memory Next press CONV to display the Convergence menu Select one of the convergence options from the menu To Perform a Convergence 5 The Service selection is used to access the convergence service utilities These utilities are provided for qualified service personnel only Password access is required Ge me Green Random Access During adjustments press lt gt to cycle to internal image 3 16 Operation Section 3 3 5 4 Green Interpolated The Green Interpolated adjustment allows you to quickly and easily adjust the geometry of the green raster at 45 zones in the image Zones are
10. This term refers to the part of the video signal that is used to stabilize the picture Sync can take three forms 1 Composite sync when the horizontal and vertical components are together on one cable 2 Sync on green when the sync is part of the green video 3 Separate sync or H SYNC and V SYNC when the horizontal and vertical components of the sync are on two separate cables Sync Width The duration of each sync pulse generated by a computer The sync width is part of the blanking time TTL Video A type of RGB video with digital characteristics Terminated A wire connecting a single video source to a display device such as a projector must be terminated by a resistance usually 75Q for video Throw Distance Also called Projector to Screen Distance the distance between the front of the projector s green lens and the screen Variable Scan The ability of a projector to synchronize to inputs with frequencies within a specified range Vertical Frequency The frequency at which images are generated Vertical frequencies vary amongst sources This term is also called vertical scan rate Video The signal that is used by display devices such as projectors to generate a picture This term also refers to the output of video tape disk players and computers Video Decoder A device that converts NTSC PAL SECAM or NTSC 4 43 video to RGB video Marquee Multi standard Decoder Viewing Angle
11. When the ultimate in displays is required call on VDCDS Marquee Ultra Series projectors to fulfill your requirements 1 1 8521 Ultra Green HUD Specifications VDCDS P N 69876 01 Optics e High definition low magnification F3 3 lens e 6 line pairs per mm Ip mm resolution 8 Ip mm at short conjugate e Marquee Ultra electromagnetic focus CRTs e Throw Ratio 4 37 1 Resolution e 2500x2000 addressability e 1600x1200 ANSI pixels Brightness e 115 lumens Cable Length e The optics head of the projector is separated from the base electronics by a standard 6 ft 1 8 m connection cable For installations requiring extended range there are options for up to 25 ft 7 6 m cable length ASR ASI e The projector will automatically update all parameters including convergence contrast brightness keystone phase etc when a new source is detected The set up is taken from a matching memory or interpolated from two adjacent memories Video Circuits e 0 5 to 1 0 volts p p 75 ohms 1 terminated e Circuitry for improved video performance and gray scale tracking e 150 MHz bandwidth 3dB accommodates 3 nanosecond pixels and digital dock rates over 300 MHz e Keyed clamp better than 1 accuracy Sync and Deflection Circuits e Input level 0 3 to 5 0 volts pp 75 ohms terminated Geometry Rectilinear accuracy 1 0 maximum of picture height Horizontal Linearity 2 0 maximum Vertical Linearity 1 0 maximum To
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13. 00 00 OE 01 07 00 00 03 FF 55 80 00 OE 01 06 00 00 03 FF D5 00 OE Reply with Brightness Value 01 07 03 FF 00 00 D5 80 00 OE 128 5096 Set Color to 0 01 07 00 00 03 FF 57 00 00 OE Set Color to 32 01 07 00 00 03 FF 57 20 00 OE Request Color Value 01 06 00 00 03 FF D7 00 OE Reply with Color Value 01 07 03 FF 00 00 D7 20 00 0E 32 50 Set Brightness to 0 Set Brightness to 128 Request Brightness Value Set Tint to 0 01 07 00 00 03 FF 58 00 00 OE Set Tint to 32 01 07 00 00 03 FF 58 20 00 OE Request Tint Value 01 06 00 00 03 FF D8 00 OE Reply with Tint Value 01 07 03 FF 00 00 D8 20 00 OE 32 5096 Set Detail to 0 01 07 00 00 03 FF 59 00 00 OE Set Detail to 32 01 07 00 00 03 FF 59 20 00 OE Request Detail Value 01 06 00 00 03 FF D9 00 OE Reply with Detail Value 01 07 03 FF 00 00 D9 20 00 OE 32 5096 Select Channel 1 01 07 00 00 03 FF 0B 1B 81 00 OE Select Channel 3 01 07 00 00 03 FF 0B 03 00 OE 01 06 00 00 03 FF 8B 00 OE Reply with Channel 01 07 03 FF 00 00 8B 03 00 OE channel 3 Select Input 0 1 01 08 00 00 03 FF 09 00 1B 81 00 OE Select Input 1 5 01 08 00 00 03 FF 09 1B 81 05 00 OE Request Current Input 01 06 00 00 03 FF 89 00 OE 01 08 03 FF 00 00 89 1B 81 05 00 OE switcher 1 slot 5 Request Current Channel Reply with Input Display Systems Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Select Recall 00 Select Recall 15 Request Current Recall Reply with Recall Reply with Recall R
14. 4 2 Figure B 1 Cable Wiring RS 232 9 Pin Male to 25 Pin Female sss B 2 Figure B 2 A Complete RS 232 Data Transmission essen emen eene nennen B 3 Fig re B 3 Format of Addiress Fleld retenti quet ated engen eds B 5 Figure BA The set contrast to 64 commande B 10 Figure B 5 Ping Reply Contents eene en herr n enter entere a anai aN iaaea B 15 List of Tables Table g i Type Field CEET EE 3 26 Table 3 2 Interval Field Optioris 2 2er oen tee oe Leine Ln edet Laeti inea eee en bae e ud 3 26 Table B 1 Transport Layer Special Control Codes eene tne B 3 Table B 2 Network Address Assignments mne enne en enne nnne B 5 Table B 3 Command Codes and DeScriptions enne nnne B 7 Table B 4 RS 232 Commande i VA i te n e etg d c aed co RO GE E EUER eed Ue Eee e E B 11 Table B 5 Sync Replies x oi Re Re Hd a Lee b de ee ut dee der e o o d ae B 15 Table B 6 Color Modulation CNM Commande B 16 Table B 7 Color Temperature Command CTM ener enne nennen B 17 iv Table of Contents Section 1 Specifications Dimensions The Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD Series projectors utilize 8 high brightness electromagnetic focus high resolution CRTs There are many applications which demand image quality that can only come from unpixelized CRT projection systems The Marquee Ultra HUD meets these demands by providing consistently bright high resolution images with true black levels and geometry distortion
15. Aor B change the current setting Four settings are available A or B A B and Off If set to A the projector will only respond if the keypad is set for protocol A ENTER or no cycles operation If set to B the projector will only respond if the keypad is set for through protocols or Off protocol B operation If set to A or B the projector will respond to both protocol settings If set to Off the projector will not respond to IR keypad WARNING commands If both IR sensor and remote jack are disabled only the The reason for having two protocols available is to allow two projectors in the built in keypad can be used same room to be independently controlled by separate remote keypads See to re enable Figure 3 6 AS Display Systems 3 23 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual r 4 Protocol A Protocol B IR Keypad IR Keypad This projector has the This projector has the IR Sensor setting set to A IR Sensor setting set to B Figure 3 6 Independent IR Keypad Control H CAUTION The keypad you are using may become inoperative if its protocol does not match its setting in the menu 3 6 2 1 2 Remote Jack This setting determines how the projector responds to devices connected to the REMOTE jack on the projector s rear panel This jack can accept input from a wired keypad or remote IR sensor Four settings are available A or B A B and Off If set to A the projector will only respond if the keypad using the
16. If the Input memory did not previously exist it will be created automatically Step 2 The source should be displayed on the projection screen If much adjustment is required press UTIL 1 2 to perform an ASI with Save The display appearance may improve based on the settings stored in other setup memories If the Input memory is new ASI with Save will have Step 3 Make display adjustments as required Adjustment changes will automatically be saved in the 2 7 4 Recall Memory Setup Follow these steps to prepare a Recall memory Step 1 Select the input connected to the source For example if the source is connected to switcher 1 slot 5 press SOURCE 1 5 The source should be displayed on the projection screen Step 2 To assure proper setup of a Recall memory ASR must be off default for the current input Step 3 Select a Recall memory as the current setup memory For example to make Recall memory 03 the current setup memory press RECALL 0 3 If the Recall memory did not previously exist it will be created automatically Step 4 If much adjustment is required press UTIL 1 2 to perform an ASI with Save If the Recall memory is new ASI with Save will have already been performed when the memory was Step 5 Make display adjustments as required Adjustment changes will automatically be saved in the Recall memory Display Systems 2 9 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 2 7 5 ASI Improve
17. REMOTE jack is set for protocol A operation If set to B the projector will only respond if the keypad using the REMOTE jack is set for protocol B operation If set to A or B the projector will respond to both protocol settings for keypads using the REMOTE jack If set to Off the REMOTE jack is disabled 3 6 2 2 Communication Setup UTIL 6 2 Press 2 from the Remote Control Options menu to set the projector identification number and the RS 232 serial port baud rate Projector 000 Baud Rate 9600 woo Communication Setup Projector This item contains the projector s identification number The projector s identification number allows IR remote control of a single projector in a multi lt no gt to change projector installation To set the projector identification number select item 1 then enter a three digit number from 000 to 999 If there is only one projector in the installation 000 is the recommended projector number For more information about multi projector control refer to Section 3 7 Multi projector Functions Baud Rate This item contains the projector s RS 232 serial port baud rate The RS 232 serial port located at the back of the projector provides a means to control the projector using a computer or another projector The serial port baud rate setting must match the operating baud rate of the controlling device Baud rate may be set to 300 600 1200 2400 4800 or 9600 To set the baud rate select item
18. SOURCE 0 1 to select projector slot 1 Press twice to display the Current Input Parameters status page Check to see if ASR is off for the current input If it is on press UTIL 1 4 to turn ASR off for the input It is usually easier to prepare setup memories when ASR is turned off At the computer switch to an application which uses one of the graphics adapter operating modes Select an unused Recall memory as the current setup memory For example to make Recall memory 01 the current setup memory press RECALL 0 1 Make display adjustments as required The display settings for the current graphics mode will be stored in the Recall memory Repeat this step for the remaining graphics adapter operating modes storing adjustments for them in Recall memories 02 03 and 04 It is recommended that the two extreme frequencies be set up first Press SOURCE 0 1 to make Input memory 01 the current setup memory then press UTIL 1 5 to display the Clear Setup dialog box Move the cursor to Do It then press ENTER to clear the display and frequency settings of the input Now Input memory 01 will not be used during an ASR search Press UTIL 1 3 to lock Input memory 01 to prevent display or frequency changes to the Input memory Press UTIL 1 4 to turn ASR on for the input Now each time the computer s graphics adapter switches operating modes the projector will automatically adjust its dis
19. Source A is a video camera Source B is a VCR Sources C through F are various computers All sources are connected to a 3rd party non Electrohome signal switcher The switcher is connected to projector slot 1 For each source a Recall memory is created to store its display settings No two sources have the same frequencies UTIL 1 4 is pressed to turn on the ASR feature for the projector s slot 1 input When ASR is on and a source is selected by the switcher the projector automatically adjusts its display settings for the new source by switching to the Recall memory set up for that source 3 6 1 3 2 Clear Channel Setup UTIL 1 5 EE This utility is used to clear the current setup memory to the factory default display setup to settings defaults To clear the current setup memory press 5 from the Source Setup menu A dialog box is displayed Move the cursor to Do It then press ENTER to clear the memory If you press ENTER with the edit cursor on Cancel the clear operation is not performed When the clear operation is complete the Source Setup menu is returned Note Note Clearing a setup memory does not delete it from the system If the projector s 80 memory spaces are used up and you need to delete unused memories to make room for new memories call your dealer for assistance 3 6 1 3 3 Select Internal Frequency UTIL 1 6 6 This utility allows you to use the projector s internal signal gene
20. Symptom The display is jittery or unstable Cause Remedy 1 The horizontal or vertical scan frequency of the input signal may be out of range Check the specifications in Section 1 for scan frequency ranges 2 Synchronization signals from the source may be inadequate Correct the source problem 3 The input signal type may not match the signal type required by the input module Install the correct input module interface to match the signal type of the source 4 4 Maintenance Section 4 Symptom The upper portion of the display is waving tearing or jittering Cause Remedy 1 This sometimes occurs when the source is a VCR or video signal Change the sync mode by selecting the fast slow sync option from the Picture Adjust menu PIC 5 Symptom The upper or lower portions of the display are cut off Cause Remegy 1 Atop or bottom blanking adjustment may be required Select the appropriate blanking adjustment option from the Picture Adjust Menu PIC then adjust the amount of blanking Note A 0 slidebar level indicates no blanking 2 Aphase adjustment may be required Select Phase from the Picture Adjust menu PIC Adjust phase so that the entire picture is visible and centered Symptom One side of the display is cut off Cause Remedy 1 A left or right blanking adjustment may be required Select the appropriate blanking adjustment option from the Picture Adjust menu PIC then adjust the amount of blanking A
21. accessed in a predetermined order and like Interpolated Convergence adjustments affect more than one zone To begin Green Interpolated adjustment press 1 from the Convergence Service menu An internally generated green crosshatch is displayed for the alignment If you prefer to use the external input press repeatedly to cycle to the external image Initially a rectangular box surrounds the center zone When the box is at the center zone adjustments are static and move the entire raster Use A V lt 4 or gt to adjust the position of the image on the screen Press ENTER to move the box to the next zone and begin dynamic adjustments After each adjustment press ENTER to move to the next zone If you need to go back to a previous zone press Also the following reset functions are available LEER HEARHARPERAPBE e Press 0 to reset static and dynamic values e Press 1 to reset static values only e Press 2 to reset dynamic values only Dd Once all 45 zones have been set up or EXIT is pressed an Exit dialog box is displayed When first displayed the cursor is positioned on Save Press ENTER or EXIT to save the new settings returns to the Service menu and returns to presentation level To continue move the cursor to Continue Adjust then press ENTER or EXIT To discard your changes move the cursor
22. adjustments as required The display settings for the selected device will be stored in the Recall memory Repeat this step for the remaining devices Press UTIL 1 5 to display the Clear Setup dialog box Move the cursor to Do It then press ENTER to clear the display settings and frequency settings of the input By doing this Input memory 01 will not be used during an ASR search Press UTIL 1 3 to lock Input memory 01 to prevent display or frequency changes to the Input memory Press UTIL 1 4 to turn ASR on for the input The projector s display settings will automatically adjust to match the source selected by the switcher A3 Display Systems 2 13 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 2 14 Installation amp Setup Section 3 Operation 3 1 Overview This section explains how to operate the projector once it has been installed and is ready for use If you have not yet set up the projector refer to Section 2 Installation and Setup Before using the projector for the first time it is recommended that you read through this section of the manual Although the projector is easy to use there are many advanced features which allow you to enhance performance and operation By understanding these features and how to use them you will soon be able to take full advantage of the projector s extensive capabilities 3 1 4 Projector Basics Notice that the project
23. and the resultant top bit set are NOT included in the checksum See Transport Layer B 6 4 Command Codes Table B 3 4 lists all 1 byte hex command codes now available on the Marquee The first column identifies each projector control with the applicable set request reply command codes listed in the next two columns one of these codes appears as the first byte after the header in any message The fourth column lists any parameters that may apply to the function at hand with P1 representing the first parameter of the data sent such as switcher number P2 representing the second parameter of the data sent such as slot number and P3 representing the third parameter such as vertical frequency These bytes follow the command code byte The last column briefly describes what each set command does Note Each parameter allows a limited range of values these values are shown in Table B 3 in decimal format Note The projector will convert any out of range value to the nearest maximum value allowed For example set color to 100 will set the color to its maximum value of 63 Note X Values are treated as unsigned So 1 in a byte is treated as 255 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix B Table B 3 Command Codes and Descriptions Note Parameter values are shown in decimal format Command Code i Request or Set d pedi ME Description set function Reply Power ON OFF 08 P1 O Off Turn projector off or on
24. controller which has an RS 232 serial port connect an RS 232 serial cable between the computer and the projector serial port labeled IN After the connection is made set the serial port baud rate as described in the Projector Setup entry in Section 3 6 All serial connections require a 9 pin D connector at the projector end Refer to Appendix D for cable Note wiring requirements Note For computer controller control PC software is required Note The RS 232 serial port labeled OUT is provided for projector networking applications Installation amp Setup 2 5 Optical Alignment Section 2 Optical alignment is required when the throw distance changes or the projector cannot be focused using the focus controls The projector is optically aligned at the factory at a fixed screen size and a fixed projector to screen distance If the throw distance has changed since the last setup proceed as follows Note The projector must be warmed up for at least 45 minutes prior to performing optical alignment Note Optical alignment is both a mechanical and electrical adjustment Electrical adjustments are stored in the current setup memory After alignment is complete setup memories which were previously set up if any must be set up again Memory setup is explained in Section 2 7 Note Factory alignment is performed using the internal crosshatch with a 61 8 kHz signal applied It is recommended that optical alignment be performed usi
25. in shadow EEPROM memory structure but will not save permanently to EEPROM for next power up You must use the Save command to do this When you use byte 1 of P1 for the save or restore operation the rest of the message is unused Color Temperature SCT Command Use this message to set or get the current color temperature selecting from a list of color temperatures Note that white balance must be selected in order to provide a color temperature between 3200 K and 9300 K B 16 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix B B 7 9 Color Temperature Modify Command CTM Use this message to set alter or get the red green and blue levels present for a defined color temperature This command does not select a color temperature Table B 7 Color Temperature Command CTM e Value Range 0 3200K 2 6500K 3 9300K 5 source custom 6 white balance Message Adjust Color Temperature Parameter Name Description Which adjustment P1 is made of three characters The first specifies G2 drive or white balance the second red green or blue and the third e bytes what to set byte 1 0 G2 1 drive Example 2 white balance 0 2 3 specifies an adjustment of blue G2 for the 9300K temperature setting 8 Save to Eeprom 2 specifies an adjustment to the white balance setting Bytes 2 amp 3 are not relevant but must be used anyway when 9 Restore from adjusting white balance EEprom byte 2 0 red 1 green 2
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27. matched Input memory ASI Logic Begins Change the current setup memory to the matched Recall memory Search for an Input memory with matching H amp V scan frequencies no match Adjustments made at this point are stored in the current setup memory Create new display set Use the display settings 5 A of the matched Input amp ASI gt mgs A Ee Es memory but do not update Functions p ories in freq Do not update the setup memory the current setup memory Adjustments made at this point are displayed but NOT stored in the current setup memory ASR Logic Diagram 2 7 7 2 ASR Example 1 A computer is connected to slot 1 of the projector Source w multiple scan rates operating The graphics adapter in the computer can operate at modes different frequency modes to accommodate various MODE TYPE FREQ A RECALL software applications The ASR feature may be 1 Text 31 5kHz 01 used until when the frequency mode of the computer 2 Graphics 35 6kHz 02 changes the projector setup also changes to match 3 Graphics 64 0kHz 03 that of the new mode 4 Graphics 110 0kHz 04 2 12 Installation amp Setup Section 2 To prepare setup memories for the above system follow these steps Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Select the input using the Source command Press
28. nnne nnne nearer 4 2 4 3 Trouble shootlng ET 4 2 4 3 1 Projector Response Problems deterret LE e basa entes aenea E a eadeni 4 3 Appendix A Mengt LEE aere a aaae aaa ANERE de A 1 ii Table of Contents Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Appendix B Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control B 1 B 1 Brief History of Marquee RS 232 Communications em B 1 B 2 System Requirements and Gen B 1 B 3 RS 232 Communication Cables sese B 2 B 3 4 RS 232 o bmmMaletog bmFemale nemen nnn B 2 B 3 2 RS 232 9 Pin Male to 25 Pin Female B 2 DA Data Transmission Structure di pd deae o de E EZ LRL D c ERE ERUN B 3 B 5 TRANS POM LAY OP LE B 3 B 5 1 01 AND 0E MESSAGE START AND END B 4 B 5 2 13 AND 11 STOP AND RESUME nente DA B53 S 1BXESCAPE re EE au RE RAI ee d B 4 B 6 Message e rd egets co be dae Lee Ea dde E Cea Eta ER Ceca ve Pd B 4 B 6 1 HEADER NETWORK PROJECTOR ADDRESSING eee B 4 RM O c B 5 B 6 3 Optional CheckSUltm urine terree e retener nre tee E Pee epe ener Ede ener e EY deus B 6 B 6 4 Command Codes coectetuer o d Didi eee de ce snes B 6 B 7 Creating Simple Messages ener ennemi nennen nenne ener nenne B 10 B 7 1 Sample Data Transmissions sssssssssssssssseeneeenen eren nennen B 11 B 2 Standby Command iiti iei AARTEN ne e LER eg ER dol B 13 B 3 Picture Mute Command nme te leen cet ee lt a etd c N B 13 B 7 4 Projec
29. not be accepted The first digit must be either 0 or 1 when using a 12 hour clock and O 1 or 2 when using a 24 hour clock The Enabled Field The Enabled field allows you to enable or disable a programmable event When enabled the event is performed as programmed When disabled the programmed event is ignored A check mark indicates that the event is enabled With the cursor positioned on the Enabled field press ENTER to toggle display of the check mark 3 26 Operation Section 3 General Notes about Programmable Events e All events are ignored if Programmable Events is set to Off in the Preferences menu UTIL 5 e The projector must be turned on for programmable events to take place e Be careful not to schedule two events so close to each other such that the second event is scheduled to begin before the first event is complete otherwise the second event may be ignored For example do not schedule an event to take place one minute after a full ACON auto convergence A full ACON convergence takes longer than one minute to complete e Ifthe projector is not at presentation level when an event is scheduled to begin that event will be ignored unless presentation level is returned within the minute that that event is to take place e Anerror or invalid message is temporarily displayed at the bottom of the feature box when an entry is invalid or does not make sense e Error in an Enabled field indicates an invalid
30. temperature Color Temperature Uniformity The accuracy of color temperature at any location Composite Video This term refers to the output of video tape players and some computers Synchronization luminance and color signals are combined on one output cable C 1 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Contrast ratio The ratio of brightness of the brightest possible area to the darkest possible area of an image Convergence The alignment of the projected red green and blue images on the projection screen Current Setup Memory The setup memory which is currently being used to display a given source s image Curved Screen A projection screen which is curved to improve screen gain Curved screens usually have screen gains which are greater than 1 but viewing angles much less than 180 Decoder A device that converts NTSC PAL PAL M PAL N PAL 60 SECAM or NTSC 4 43 video to RGB video Marquee Multi standard Decoder Diffused Screen A type of rear projection screen which spreads the light striking it Screen gain is less than 1 but audience viewing angles are increased Display Setting The level of a display adjustment Some display adjustments are Contrast Brightness Blanking Bow Size Keystone Pincushion Focus and Convergence Flicker A rapid variation in brightness created when the frame rate is too slow See also Interlace Frame Rate The frequency at which
31. that is broadcast set broadcast bit to 1 B 7 5 Signal Status Command The signal status command enables you to request and obtain specific information about the current signal namely its frequency state or type of sync Note that one only of these descriptors must be included as P1 in every signal status request message Resulting signal status replies will then include one or two additional parameters as necessary to fully describe the status of P1 Frequency state and sync signal status messages are further described below Note There is no set command for signal status information you can issue requests and receive replies only P1 FREQUENCY 00 If you want to determine the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the current signal you can send a request signal status frequency to the projector Note that this message must include both the signal status code 91 as well as the P1 frequency code 00 as shown in the example from Table B 4 01 07 00 00 03 FF 1 00500 0E FREQUENCY REPLIES A reply to the request signal status frequency message supplies the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the current signal In the example from Table B 4 P2 is the horizontal frequency and P3 is the vertical frequency as shown in the following illustration Convert to decimal format and assume two decimal places P1 STATE 01 If you want to determine the state of the current signal you can send a req
32. the scan frequencies of each Recall SM do 24 90 n Y memory A check mark v is displayed in the ASR column next 67 50 7000 y to the memories which ASR may use If two or more Recall SEU enge n memories have identical scan frequencies only the memory last 69 40 7190 y P 31 50 60 00 adjusted will have a check mark Gm 60 00 2 Ho 94 00 70 00 v To list the Recall Memories press 3 from the Utilities menu If 96 50 66 00 v 1 i i 54 00 71 90 Y more than 30 Recall memories exist press ENTER to display the a ens remaining memories Z cani b sed By ASR 3 6 1 5 Input Memories Listing UTIL 4 The Input Memories utility provides a list of the Input memories stored in the projector Input memories are explained in Section Horiz Horiz Vert 3 3 The list includes the scan frequencies of each Input UE memory The ASR column indicates if the ASR feature is on or On 60 00 Y off for each memory A check mark is displayed in the ASR a ee column next to the memories which may be chosen for use by T ASI during an ASR If two or more Input memories have identical scan frequencies only the memory last adjusted will have a check mark ASR is explained in Section 3 6 Utility Features To list the projector s Input Memories press 4 from the Utilities menu If more than 30 Input memories exist press ENTER to display the remaining memories 3 6 1 6 Preferences UTIL 5 v can be used by ASR ASI The Pre
33. to No Save then press ENTER or EXIT Exit Convergence 3 52 Save Adjust Green Random Access The Green Random function lets you access and adjust the green geometry at any one of the 45 zones individually in any order To begin Green Random Access adjustment press 2 from the Convergence Service menu An internally generated green crosshatch is displayed for the alignment If you prefer to use the external input press repeatedly to cycle to the external image Initially a rectangular box surrounds the center zone When the box is at the center zone adjustments are static and move the entire raster Above the box CONV indicates that the zone is ready for adjustment Use A V lt or gt to adjust the position of the image on the screen dERRRRRG HERR RRE To move to another control point press ENTER The caption above the box changes to MOVE Use the arrow keys to move to another zone for convergence Press ENTER again to change the caption to CONV and adjust the raster within the zone using the arrow keys As with the Green Interpolated function the following reset functions are available e Press 0 to reset static and dynamic values e Press 1 to reset static values only e Press 2 to reset dynamic values only When adjustment is complete press EXIT to display the Exit dialog box Press ENTER or EXIT to save the new settings r
34. to display a screen message such as a slidebar while Screen Messages is set to Off To do this press RECALL just before selecting the function 3 6 1 6 3 Blanking Time Auto 0 5s to 5 0s UTIL 5 3 When a source is selected the projector blanks the screen for a short period of time You can set the blanking time to Auto which allows the projector to determine the best blanking time automatically or program a particular blanking time Time periods from 0 5 second to 5 0 seconds are available Select the Blanking Time item in the menu to change its setting 3 6 1 6 4 Channel Select 1 Digit Only 2 Digits 1 or 2 Digits UTIL 5 4 There are three different ways the projector can respond to channel numbers entered during direct channel selection 1 Digit Only 2 Digits and 1 or 2 Digits Select the Channel Select item in the menu to change its setting 1 Digit Only allows only one digit to be entered after which the projector switches immediately to the selected channel This method can select only channels 1 to 9 2 Digits requires two digits to be entered Both digits must be entered within 5 seconds Channel 1 is entered as 01 etc 1 or 2 Digits allows either one or two digits to be entered If a second digit is not entered within 5 seconds of the first the first digit is accepted as the channel number 3 6 1 6 5 Language English French German Spanish Italian UTIL 5 5 Menus and text can be displayed in
35. to respond set to 1 if all projectors are to respond Always set Bit 14 to 0 and if at all possible set Bits 10 11 12 and 13 to 0 as well Start Finish Device Type Bits O through 9 contain the Network Address 0 999 projector Possible Network Addresses are shown in Table 1000 1009 switcher B 2 decimal values shown For the Destination ACON Address field you should use a projector number 1020 1022 not assigned For the Source field use the network controller 1023 network controller address note that the value for a projector number may require an ESC see Transport Layer codes above B 6 2 BODY The body of a message can consist of one or more bytes depending on the number of details required to complete the specific command at hand The first byte of the message body represents the type of message being issued There are three types of messages a Set message a Request message or a Reply message For example the first byte may be Set Power turn the projector on or off or Request Channel find out what the channel is or Reply with Signal Status relay the current channel number The binary message codes for each possible command are listed in Table B 3 The next byte s is the actual hex value for the parameter in question For example to set the volume to 0 this second byte must be 00 To set it to 64 this byte must be 40 Each parameter there may be more th
36. 12 Operation Section 3 3 4 1 3 Detail The Detail function is used to adjust the picture sharpness of video signals when using the optional Marquee Multi standard Decoder To adjust detail press DETAIL then A or V until the sharpest display is attained Detail level should be roughly proportional to input signal quality Higher levels of detail improve good quality signals Lower levels of detail reduce noise in poor quality signals 3 4 1 4 Color 1 The Color function is used to adjust color saturation levels when using the optional Marquee Multi standard Decoder To adjust color press COLOR then A or W until the desired color saturation level is displayed If Color is set to a 0 level the result will be a black and white picture If Color is set too high the color levels in the picture will be over powering 2 The Color function also allows you to turn on or off the red green and or blue color components of the picture Press COLOR followed by a number n to select the color components you want turned on The chart shown here shows the selection variations 3 4 1 5 Tint The Tint function is used to adjust color hue to obtain true color reproduction of NTSC signals when using the optional Marquee Multi standard Decoder To adjust tint press TINT then A or V until an optimum display is attained It is best to adjust tint while displaying an image with natural flesh tones Note Tint is not adjustable f
37. 19 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual If on the other hand an ASI is performed a source message is briefly displayed which includes an ASI message to indicate the action taken If an Input memory with matching scan frequencies was found by ASI its settings are used and its identity is displayed If an interpolation was performed the two setup memories selected for the interpolation are displayed and the resulting settings are used If adjustments are made to settings created by the ASI feature the new settings will NOT be saved in the current setup memory a message is displayed to indicate this To perform an ASI and have the adjustments saved in the current setup memory press UTIL 1 2 to select the ASI with Save utility Input Recall Note To avoid selection use of the current Input memory settings when it is desired that Recall memories be ASR selected when a source change occurs clear the current Input memory UTIL 1 2 to reset its scan frequency settings to null values then immediately lock the memory UTIL 1 2 so that its settings cannot be modified 01 When to use the ASR feature S05 S06 The ASR feature is intended for use when many different sources must share the same input via a third party switcher for example or when a signal source can output several different scan frequencies e g a SVGA card Memories Example Selected for Interpolation A system has six different sources
38. 2 from the menu until the desired baud rate is displayed Note If unsure of your computer s baud rate setting refer to the system documentation provided with the computer Note For information about cable connections between devices refer to Appendix D 3 6 2 3 Clock Events UTIL 7 Clock Events allows you to set the projector s real time clock calendar and program up to twelve individual projector control events to be automatically executed at specified times or intervals To select the Clock Events menu press 7 from the Utilities menu Two selection items are available Set Clock and Programmable Events The current time and date setting is displayed at the bottom of the menu 3 24 Operation Section 3 3 6 2 3 1 Set Clock UTIL 7 1 Press 1 from the Clock Events menu to display the Set Clock menu Use the menu to set the current time and date and their format Time To edit the time stored in the real time clock calendar press 1 from the Set Clock menu This puts you in time editing mode A flashing cursor is positioned at the first digit of the time field Use the number keys to enter the current time hours and minutes using the format displayed in item 3 For 12 hour format enter 01 to 12 for the hours and use A or W to toggle between a m and p m For 24 hour format enter 00 to 23 for the hours Enter 00 to 59 for the minutes When the proper time has been entered and is displayed press E
39. 6 of the maximum value RGB Video The video output of most computers It can be analog or digital Analog RGB video has 3 4 or 5 wires one for red one for green one for blue and none one or two for sync For three wire RGB the green wire usually provides sync See also TTL Video Scan Frequency The horizontal or vertical frequency at which images are generated Scan Line One scan line is one horizontal line on the display SECAM A video output format of some video tape and disk players used primarily in France SECAM Sequential Couleur M moire signals are similar in resolution and frequency to PAL signals The primary difference between the two standards is in the way color information is encoded Setup Memory A projector memory which stores user adjustable display settings There are two types of setup memories Input and Recall Both memory types store the same parameters The only difference is that Input memories store display settings for a particular physical input i e switcher O slot 1 and Recall memories can be used with any input Slidebar A slidebar is a graphical display of an adjustment setting The setting is displayed on a percentage scale Source A device such as a computer or VCR which may be connected to the projector for display Spot Size The diameter of the smallest dot that can be generated on the face of a CRT C 4 Glossary Appendix C Sync
40. 80 Hz e Smartlock processing circuitry for quick lock in and ultra steady images Vertical Deflection e Frequency range 39 5 Hz to 185 Hz Size automatically regulated over frequency range and electronically adjustable over a 115 range Retrace time less than 300 microseconds Horizontal Deflection e Frequency range 15 kHz to 152 kHz e Size automatically regulated over frequency range Retrace time compatible with signals having horizontal blanking times below 1 5 microseconds Inputs Outputs Built in RGB input Optional input modules can install in interface slot Built in RS232 for computer control with loop through for connection of multiple projectors Contrast Modulation e This feature adjusts the brightness in single or multiple zones for improved color and brightness uniformity Standard on all Marquee Ultra models Maximum Operating e Temperature 0 to 35 32 to 95 F e Altitude 0 to 3000 m 0 to 10 000 ft e Heat Dissipation 2450 BTU HR approx e Humidity 0 to 90 non condensing e Storage Temperature 30 to 65 C 22 to 149 F Weight e Marquee Ultra HUD Series o Electronic Chassis 60 Ibs 27 kg o CRT Head Assembly 75 Ibs 34 kg Regulatory Approvals Meets FCC Class A DHHS and HWC plus CSA UL EN 60 950 requirements e EN55022 Class B and EU directives 73 23 EEC 89 336 EEC CE marked Due to constant research and development product specifications are subject to change without
41. Display Systems Marquee XXXX Projector No IR Sensor Remote Jack A Date A Serial No 000 Software Auto Power up Messages Page 2 Horiz Scan Vert Scan Switchers Options Current Input Parameters Channel Switcher Slot Recall ASR Input Module Horiz Freq Vert Freq Signal Type Sync Type Video Standard Page 3 12 Computer A 1 4 01 Dn Built in RGB 75 00 kHz 72 67 Hz RGB Sync 0n Green Current Display Settings Channel Input Recall Contrast Bright Volume 12 Computer A 14 01 H Size V Size Keystone Color Side Pin Tint Top Pin Detail Bot Pin Retrace Sync Auto Clamp H V H V V Bow Lin Lin Lin Lin H Skew Presentation Level Figure 3 4 System Status Pages 123456789 VX X XX XX XX 03 05 pm Normal Normal 1 H Phase V Phase White Bal 6500K Focus Blank Blank Blank Blank H Bow V Skew Display Systems 3 7 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 2 Source Selection The projector includes a built in RGB input interface to accept a single input With optional accessories such as a Marquee Multi standard Decoder and the use of one or more external switchers the number of inputs can be significantly increased Because of this large capability three source selection methods are available Input Selection Direct Channel Selection and Up Down Ch
42. English French German Spanish or Italian To change the language select the Language item in the menu until the desired language is shown 3 6 1 6 6 Programmable Events On Off UTIL 5 6 This item allows you to enable or disable the Programmable Events feature If Programmable Events is set to On the events flagged as ENABLED in the Programmable Events feature box UTIL 7 2 are automatically executed at the dates and times specified If Programmable Events is set to Off programmable event execution is disabled For information about event programming refer to the Clock Events entry in this subsection 3 6 2 Remote Control Options UTIL 6 o Remote Control Options allow you to modify the projector s communication Remote Control Options settings for operation with remote keypads and control devices To select the Remote Control Options menu press 6 from the Utilities menu 1 Keypad Options Two selection items are displayed Keypad Options and Communication Setup 2 Communication Setup 3 6 2 1 Keypad Options UTIL 6 1 Press 1 from the Remote Control Options menu to display the Keypad Options menu Use the menu to select the keypad protocol type the projector will respond B 4 3 6 2 1 1 IR Sensor This setting determines how the projector responds to IR remote keypads Keypad Options 1 IR Sensor Aor B aimed at the projector s built in IR sensor Select the IR Sensor menu item to 2 Remote Jack
43. F 56 40 000E Message length m Me Contrast level is 7 bytes P1 To Proj 0 Set contrast From controller LL transport layer byte Figure B 4 The set contrast to 64 command The above data transmission is one of the sample messages in Table B 4 A comparison with code in the other three contrast commands reveals how identically structured transmissions differ in content and function For example note that the request message has no data P1 thus it is only 6 bytes in length In the resulting reply message from the projector the controller 03 FF is now the destination and the projector 00 00 is the source thus the codes for these two fields are likewise reversed The D6 byte signifying request or reply is drawn from the list of codes in Table B 3 Note that several of the sample messages in Table 5 include escape 1B codes to prevent message bytes from being interpreted as transport layer bytes For example in the first four controls shown power standby picture mute and audio mute the normal on code of 01 must be escaped with the insertion of 1B and the addition of 80 to 01 Thus 01 is replaced with 1B 81 Commands that are more complex standby picture mute projector address signal status ping and the test pattern diagnostic are described in detail on the pages following Table 5 B 10 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control B 7 4 Sample Data Transmissions Ap
44. I is performed the settings are only temporary and are not saved in the current setup memory FULLY ADJUSTED IMAGE For new images where much adjustment is required it is recommended that adjustments be made using the sequence illustrated above When making picture or geometry adjustments follow the sequence displayed in the adjustment menu ES When making many picture or geometry adjustments press ENTER after each adjustment to return the cursor back to its previous menu item position 3 4 1 Primary Display Adjustments 3 4 1 1 Brightness The Brightness function is used to adjust the black level of the image To adjust brightness press BRITE then A or V If video or data is displayed with a black background adjust until the background just disappears black becomes a very dark grey Note If room lighting changes it may be necessary to re adjust brightness 3 4 1 2 Contrast The Contrast function is used to adjust the contrast between the light and dark areas of the display image To adjust contrast press CONT then A or V If contrast is set too high the image loses detail and clarity If set too low it may be difficult to distinguish between foreground and background information Note For best results adjust brightness before contrast Note If room lighting changes it may be necessary to re adjust contrast and brightness Note An excessively high contrast level can reduce the life of the CRTs 3
45. IL 4 Input Memories l pg NS li Keypad Options Software Versions l c 5 Preferences uz z l 1 SOURCE 1 I i uM Options 1 IR Sensor Aor B CLM U35 I Ce Clock Events 2 Remote Jack A or B CLM U16 RECALL 8 l n CUESTERSEN I Projector Initialization DPB U7 l 9 Service ENTER or no cycles Switcher 1 Preferences 1 l through protocols or Off 1 Remove All Recall Memories Switcher 2 I GC l 1 Color Temperature Setup R C Auto Power up Off l 2 Green Focus Adjustment 2 Remova AI Memories Switeners I onvergence WARNING 3 Reset Everything Switcher 4 l Screen Messages On l 3 gt Ber If both IR sensor and remote TE Switcher 5 l 14 Blanking Time Auto n l 4 Projector Initialization STBY POWER i S jack are disabled only the Switcher 6 l 2 Channel Select 2 digits Zeg l 5 Status Page Message built in keypad can be used Switcher 7 l 3 5 Language English to re enable l 6 Diagnostics Switcher 8 1 CONV 4 a Programmable Events On 7 Stigmator Adjustment Marquee Dealer XYZ Switcher M I E 5 Service see Convergence i Delete a Setup Memory 5 2 Ke change character at cursor ACON U8 I Display Systems Service 5 Communication Setup o move cursor f During adjustments Remote Control Options ENTER to save F N A if switcher not I 6 n l N A j maea LE 1 Keypad Options Projector 000 l connected N A if ji ge 2 Communication Setup Baud Rate 9600 I Diagno
46. L to go back one level proceeding through the tutorial EXIT to return to picture Note During the tutorial RECALL displays the previous page and EXIT returns you to presentation level this includes when slidebars are displayed Note If the display cannot be focused ensure that the throw distance is correct If the screen distance is correct but the display cannot be focused follow the Guided Mechanical Setup tutorial 2 Guided Mechanical Setup The Guided Mechanical Setup tutorial provides step by step instructions for mechanical and optical setup of the projector This setup is necessary during initial installation and also when the screen size changes the throw distance changes or the display image does not focus using the focus control For more details refer to Section 2 5 3 Source Selection Guide The Source Selection Guide explains various source selection methods 4 Keypad Guide The Keypad Guide explains how to use the keypad 5 Using Help Using Help provides instructions on how to use the help system Display Systems 3 5 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 1 14 Power on To turn on the projector press POWER on the keypad Hold POWER down for about one second If using an IR remote keypad point the keypad at the projection screen or the front of the projector During power on the projector proceeds through a series of internal diagnostic tests which last approximately 9 seconds
47. N for the Input memory and an ASI has occurred an ASI message is displayed otherwise this line is blank The message indicates which memories were used for interpolation to produce the current display settings When this line is visible adjustments to display settings will NOT be stored in the current setup memory For more information about the ASR feature and ASI refer to the Source Setup entry in Section 3 6 Utility Features 3 3 Setup Memories 3 3 1 Memories The projector has 80 setup memories which store display settings Multiple setup memories are needed because display settings are usually different for different sources For example the display settings brightness contrast convergence etc when using a VCR may be very different than the settings for a high resolution computer output When display adjustments are made the new settings are automatically saved in one of the projector s setup memories There are two types of setup memories Input and Recall Both memory types store the same parameters The only difference is that Input memories store display settings for a particular physical input e g switcher O slot 1 while Recall memories can be used with any input At any one time one setup memory is the current setup memory The display settings in the current setup memory are used for the current display When a source is selected by entering its input number the Input memory for the selected input becomes the current se
48. NTER to accept the changes and leave time editing mode Note On entry of the last digit of minutes you automatically leave time editing mode Note Years from 1990 to 2089 are assumed and handled Date To edit the date stored in the real time clock calendar press 2 from the Set Clock menu This puts you in date editing mode A flashing cursor is positioned at the first digit of the date field Use the number keys to enter the current date per the format displayed in item 4 month day year day month year or year month day When the proper date has been entered and is displayed press ENTER to accept the changes and leave date editing mode Note On entry of the last digit you automatically leave date editing mode Time Format Press 3 from the Set Clock menu to change the time display format The format may be 12 hours 12h or 24 hours 24h All references to time by the projector will use the format displayed this includes the time displayed in item 1 Date Format Press 4 from the Set Clock menu to change the date display format The format may be month day year MM DD YY day month year DD MM YY or year month day YY MM DD All references to date by the projector will use the format displayed this includes the date displayed in item 2 3 6 2 4 Programmable Events UTIL 7 2 Press 2 from the Clock Events menu to display the Programmable Events feature box The Programmable Events feature box allows you to progr
49. Once complete an input image should be displayed on the projection screen If no image is displayed press SOURCE to display the source message The source message displays the currently selected input Check that the correct source is indicated on the display If there is no display when is pressed check the LEDs Light Emitting Diodes on the projector front panel Only the green POWER LED should be lit If any of the red diagnostics LEDs are lit call your reseller for assistance Note Allow the projector to warm up for 45 minutes before use Critical adjustments should be performed after the warm up period Note Turning the projector off via a remote or built in keypad places the projector in a wait to operate mode To remove power from the projector unplug the power cord SSS SS SSS Sasa EH DIAGNOSTICS ERROR EHT V FAIL POWER D LVPS H FAIL C O O OOOO OO L STANDBY Figure 3 3 Rear Panel LEDs 3 1 15 Standby Mode Standby Mode allows you to blank the display and mute the audio output while keeping the projector in a warmed up and ready state To enter standby mode hold down STBY for about one second while at presentation level The display blanks Both the green POWER LED and the yellow LED are lit To leave standby mode hold down STBY or EXIT for one second The display is then restored and the D LED is turned off Note During presentations the standby fe
50. Otherwise this command is similar to the RS 232 set standby command You can use most other projector commands while in pic mute mode Note that it is not necessary to be in presentation mode in order to enter Picture Mute via the RS 232 command Note also that a Picture Mute command is ignored if you are already in any form of standby WHILE IN PICTURE MUTE the picture is off but the audio is on you can issue other projector commands as desired commands causing an unblanked picture take effect only after leaving picture mute mode exit via a keypress or RS 232 methods a request of Contrast or Brightness reports the value that will be restored after coming out of Picture Mute the amber LED status light is lit on the projector and connected switcher LEAVING PICTURE MUTE Exit Picture Mute via a keypress or RS 232 method Note You have no way of knowing that a projector has only the picture muted rather than being in standby except if you hear audio from the current source If you mistake Picture Mute for Standby and try to leave by pressing the standby key you will enter standby rather than leave it Press the standby key once again to leave standby and restore the picture AS Display Systems B 13 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual B 7 4 Projector Address Command Make sure that if you change a projector s address either change the address in all future messages as well or issue a command
51. Ses Displau Systems 7177 N Atlantic Avenue Cape Canaveral Florida 32920 3719 USA MARQUEE 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual VDCDS P N 71180 01 Revision 1 0 July 2003 Specifications Dimensions Installation amp Setup Operation Maintenance This Page Intentionally Left Blank Table of Contents Table of Contents Section 1 Specifications Dimensions enne EEEREN ARESE nnns 1 1 1 1 8521 Ultra Green HUD Specifications snieni eene enne 1 1 1 2 Electronic Chassis Main Assemblies and Dimensions esee 1 2 1 3 CRT Head Main Assemblies and Dimensions seen enne 1 3 Section 2 Installation A Geiup ener nn rr nennen nennen nnne rennes 2 1 2 1 Q i k Set p 2 1 2 2 Keypad Operating Settings 4 edic sinari ienn EAE A E eee 2 1 2 2 1 IR Remote Battery Replacement sssssssesseeneenene eene 2 2 2 2 2 Remote Control Conversion or Protocol Setting Change 2 2 2 3 SUCE CONNECTIONS EE 2 3 2 4 e eege LTE 2 4 2 5 Optical Alignment mmn enen nnne nennen iren tnr n enne inen nennen nennen 2 5 2 6 R ImR ai 2 6 2 7 Memory Setup re e e re de ned aden dea 2 8 2 1 About Setup Memorles ctt pete ed peas ee e va Ree Ree e n RI ANNE 2 8 2 7 2 About ASI and Ah 2 9 2 1 39 Input Memory SetU ET 2 9 2 4 Recall Memory Setup iuda reiten dae e aae e koe ue hae kde
52. a mounted only use an VDC Display Systems approved ceiling mount fixture The projector and cart combination should be used with care Quick stops excessive force e and uneven surfaces may cause the projector and cart combination to overturn q AV SC E mengen eme 4 1 3 Power Cord and Attachments Only use attachments or accessories recommended by VDC Display Systems Use of others may result in the risk of fire shock or personal injury Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Locate the projector where the cord cannot be abused by persons walking on it or objects rolling over it Operate the projector at the voltage indicated on the line voltage indicator Do not overload power outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or shock hazards The projector is equipped with a three wire plug having a third grounding pin This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact an electrician to have the outlet replaced Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 4 1 4 Ventilation Slots Slots and openings in the projector provide ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to prevent overheating these openings must never be blocked or covered The projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register The projector should not be placed in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided Do not push objects of any kind into t
53. able length body The header supplies the information needed for routing the messages within the projector network and the body contains the specific projector control data These two message components are further described below B 6 1 HEADER NETWORK PROJECTOR ADDRESSING The message header consists of three main parts 1 Message Length This byte contains a value which declares the length of the message as a specific number of bytes Note that message length does not include bytes from the transport layer 2 Destination and Return Address Source Fields These fields contain two sixteen bit addresses one for the message destination and one for the source A breakdown of each address field is shown in Figure B 3 Note that Near and Far Port Address bits are now ignored while it is strongly recommended that these bits be set to 0 to ensure compatibility with future releases of software it is not yet mandatory to do so Bit 14 however must be set to 0 B 4 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix B 1st Byte 2nd Byte Bii 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8176543210 LR CX Le A o Network Address ignored if broadcast bit is set to 1 Set Far Local Port to O ignored Set Near Local Port to O ignored Always set to O reserved Set Broadcast bit 1 to broadcast Figure B 3 Format of Address Field Set the Broadcast flag to 0 if a specific projector Table B 2 Network Address Assignments is
54. age is as curved or as straight as desired 3 4 3 5 Bottom GEOM 5 The Bottom function adjusts the level Bottom Key and pincushion Bottom Pin of the bottom half of the display image The four displays shown at right demonstrate Bottom adjustments To stretch the lower left or right corner up or down select Bottom from the Geometry menu and press 4 or gt To adjust bottom pincushion press A and VW until the bottom half of the image is as curved or as straight as desired 3 4 3 6 Bow GEOM 6 The Bow function adjusts horizontal bowing H Bow across an image It also adjusts vertical curvature V Bow in the middle of the picture The four displays at right demonstrate H Bow and V Bow adjustments To adjust H bow select Bow from the Geometry menu then press lt 4 or gt until the image appears as desired To adjust V Bow press A and V until the center of the picture is as curved or as straight as desired Display Systems 3 15 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 4 3 7 C Linearity GEOM 7 The C Linearity function corrects for gradual non linearity between the top and bottom or left and right sides of the display image Examples are shown below In the first example the top of the image increases in vertical size while the bottom decreases in vertical size In the second example the right side of the image increases in horizontal size while the left side decreases in horizontal s
55. agnetic energy such as motors and transformers Common sources of these are slide projectors speakers power amplifiers elevators etc Keep 35 mm slide projectors at least 2 feet away from the projector 5 The input signal may be of poor quality 6 Ifthe source is a VCR or off air broadcast detail may be set too high Symptom Modified display settings are not being saved in the active setup memory Cause Remedy 1 Is the active setup memory locked Press SOURCE to display the Source Message Ifa OT is displayed unlock the setup Press UTIL 1 3 2 ASR is set to On for the current input memory and an ASI was automatically performed due to mismatched scan frequencies Symptom The display is OK when displaying the crosshatch test pattern or status screen but when trying to display a source nothing is visible Cause Remedy 1 You may not be selecting the source correctly Refer to Section 3 2 for source selection instructions 2 The source may not be connected properly Verify that the input source is active and check the cables between the source and the projector Display Systems 4 7 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 4 8 Maintenance Appendix A Menu Tree CH Status Pages Green Interpolated Green Random Access Current Display Settings
56. am a list of up to twelve events to occur at specified times and intervals For example you can program the projector so that at the same time each day standby mode is turned off and Source 01 is displayed See the example below Each line contains a type of event a frequency of occurrence interval a start time and an enable disable flag To program or modify an event first use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the field you want to modify for example the Type field Next use ENTER and or the number keys to modify that field Details for field modification are provided on the following pages Modify each field in the row as necessary making sure all fields for the event are valid and logical When all modifications have been made press EXIT to display the Exit dialog box When the Exit box is first displayed the cursor bar is positioned on Save Press ENTER or EXIT to save the new changes To return to the Programmable Events feature box move the cursor bar to Continue Change then press ENTER To discard your changes move the cursor bar to No Save then press ENTER or EXIT ENTER returns you to the Clock Events menu EXIT returns you to presentation level The Type Field The Type field shows the event to take place With the cursor positioned on the Type field press ENTER to cycle through the available events Press to clear the entire event line Events are described in Table 3 1 below SS Display S
57. amp V scan frequencies Return to presentation level Search for a Recall memory with matching H amp V scan frequencies no match no Copy the display Search for an US settings in the matched Input memory memory to the current with matching H amp V scan setup memory frequencies Select two setup memories for interpolation and store the resulting iii E S display settings in the ASI with Save Logic Diagram current setup memory Display Systems Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 2 7 7 ASR Setup This subsection provides two examples of how the ASR feature may by used and set up 2 7 7 1 ASR Logic Diagram A source Recall memory or channel was manually selected The H amp V scan frequencies of the source do not match that of the selected setup memory A change in scan frequency is detected The change is greater than 100 Hz horizontal or greater than 1 Hz vertical Is ASR set to On for the selected input Is ASR set to On for the currently selected input yes yes Switch to the selected source and or setup memory Do nothing Check the Input memory of the currently selected input for matching H amp V scan frequencies match no match Search for a Recall memory with matching H amp V scan frequencies no match Change the current setup memory to the
58. an one depending on the command requires at least one byte in the message Refer to Table B 3 for a list of message codes and parameter codes Examples of entire specific commands using these codes appear in Table B 4 Note Most Request messages have no parameter data Note Do not broadcast a Request to more than one projector Note Set and Reply messages usually have the same data in the same format Display Systems B 5 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual B 6 B 6 3 Optional Checksum It is no longer necessary to calculate and include an eight bit additive sum as the next to last byte in every data transmission Note that you must still include the checksum field in each message stream but if the value assigned is 00 the checksum will be ignored If you still wish to use an accurate checksum for maximum message security calculate the checksum value as follows 1 Take the message before the transport layer bytes have been added 2 Add the bytes together 3 Divide the sum by 256 and take the remainder The remainder value is the checksum The receiving projector software collects all of the message bytes as defined in the first byte of the message then creates its own checksum value for comparison with the received checksum If the values match the message is considered to have been correctly received otherwise the message is discarded Note NOTE Transport layer bytes including ESC
59. annel Selection Sources are selected at presentation level Note For systems with only one or two source connections direct input selection may be the only method you will use If your system includes many sources all methods will be of interest Note Internal sources are also selectable for use during setup and testing To select an internal source refer to Section 3 1 12 and Section 3 6 3 2 1 Input Selection This method is the most basic of the three source selection methods A source is selected by specifying the input to which the source is connected defined by a switcher number and slot number For the purposes of input selection the projector is considered to be a type of switcher Projector slots are illustrated in Figure 3 5 below Each slot can accept one external input signal for display Sour OE sores IH Figure 3 5 Projector Slots To select an input Press SOURCE m n at presentation level where m 0 projector or 1 9 switcher 1 2 9 n 1 9 slot number The projector switches to and displays the source connected to the input selected The projector also uses the display settings previously set in memory for that input If the selected input is invalid a warning message is displayed An example of an invalid input might be O 1 when a switcher is connected to slot 1 of the projector Another example of an invalid input would be to select a switcher wh
60. arquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 3 28 Operation Section 4 Maintenance 4 1 Warnings and Guidelines The Marquee projection system is CSA approved and is designed for safe and reliable operation However safe operation cannot simply be assured by design installers maintainers and users must maintain a safe operating environment for the system This section covers warnings and guidelines which promote the safe usage of the projector Please read through and understand these warnings and guidelines 4 1 1 Labels and Markings Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the projector The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the projector s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons 4 1 2 Projector Location Operate the projector in an environment which meets the operating range specifications in the specifications Do not operate the projector close to water for example near a swimming pool Do not place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table If the projector is to be ceiling
61. ature is useful when you want to direct audience attention away from the projection screen Note To prolong CRT life it is recommended that the standby feature be used when the display is not required 3 1 16 Audio Functions The Marquee 8521 does not support the audio feature 3 6 Operation 0 3 1 17 System Status Pages Presentation Level The projector s current operating settings may be displayed by pressing while at presentation level Each time x is pressed one of three main status pages is displayed To return to presentation level press EXIT Page 1 displays general projector information and operating settings which include identity software version date and time keypad type scan configuration auto power up setting message display setting switchers numbers connected installed options and mute setting Operating settings are explained in the following entries in this section Page 2 displays current input parameters These parameters defined later in this section relate specifically to the currently selected input Page 3 lists the display settings currently in use Note If the current setup memory is locked or an ASI has occurred the display settings shown may not be identical to those stored in the setup memory Note To view help pages pertaining to the status pages and their contents press HELP during status page display Time does not update on screen Page 1 VDC
62. audio is muted and you can perform no operation from the keypad except to get out of standby This type of standby occurs when you use the Standby key on either the keypad or Marquee switcher available only from Presentation level when you use the Picture Mute key on the Extron switcher or when you send RS 232 standby keycodes from a controller The RS 232 set standby command triggers a significantly different type of standby This standby command blanks the picture and mutes the audio as usual but you can still execute most other projector commands as well you are not locked out In addition note that it is not necessary to be in presentation mode in order to enter standby via the RS 232 command WHILE IN STANDBY the picture and audio are both off you can issue other projector commands as desired a request of Contrast Brightness or Audio Mute reports the value that will be restored after coming out of standby any Picture Mute command is ignored switcher slot buttons do not function commands causing an unblanked picture take effect only after leaving standby mode exit via a keypress or RS 232 methods the amber LED status light is lit on the projector and connected switcher LEAVING STANDBY Exit standby via a keypress or RS 232 method The amber LED status light will go out B 7 3 Picture Mute Command The RS 232 set pic mute command blanks only the picture the audio is not affected
63. ays numeric keypad entries as they occur In both cases two digits must be entered If only one digit is entered the message box will remain displayed until a second digit is entered or the selection is cancelled by pressing EXIT 3 When an internal source is in use an internal source message is displayed Channel Number If a channel has been selected the channel number is displayed otherwise this line is blank Source Name If a channel was selected and a source name was defined for it in the Channel List the name is displayed here otherwise this line is blank Input Number The switcher and slot number of the active input is displayed If the switcher number is 0 the input is on the projector versus on a switcher The slot number may indicate a projector slot or a switcher slot If the Input memory for the input is in use and locked a key icon O9 m is displayed Setup memories which are locked are not affected by adjustments to display settings For an explanation of Input memories and locked memories refer to Section 3 3 Recall Memory Number When a Recall memory is in use the Recall memory number is displayed otherwise this line is blank If the Recall memory is locked a key icon C771 is displayed Setup memories which are locked are not affected by display adjustment changes For an explanation of Recall memories and locked memories refer to Section 3 3 Setup Memories ASI Message If the ASR feature is set to O
64. blue byte 3 0 3200K 1 5400K Future 2 6500K 3 9300K 5 source custom P2 0 4095 G2 12 bits MSB LSB most significant digit least significant digit 2 bytes 0 255 drive 8 bits O LSB 0 255 white balance 8 bits 0 L SB Message Read Color Temperature Reply to Read Color Temperature Message Example Color Temperature Modify 010b 00 00 03 ff 52 00 00 02 08 00 00 0e set 6500K red G2 to 2048 Saving and Discarding Modified Color Temperature Values Writing to hardware will change values amp save values in shadow EEPROM memory structure but will not save permanently to EEPROM for next power up You must use the Save command to do this this save applies only to the currently selected temperature not all temperatures When byte 1 of P1 is used for the save or restore operation the rest of the message is unused If the requested data is unrecognized no message is returned If the requested adjustment is invalid out of range no adjustment is made If you query a parameter for a color temperature other than what is currently selected a switch to the queried temperature may occur Display Systems B 17 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual This page intentionally left blank B 18 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix C Glossary ACON Automatic Convergence ACON is an optional automatic convergence feature available for Marquee series projectors With ACON installed conv
65. ce time affects the width and display of the picture A short retrace time may be required if information is missing or cut off at the left or right sides of the picture Along retrace time may be desired if the picture is significantly smaller than the raster To toggle between short and long retrace select item 8 from the Picture menu Item 8 indicates the current retrace setting Note Check phase left blanking and right blanking from the Picture menu before changing retrace time Note Longretrace is not available at all scan frequencies 3 4 3 Geometry Functions GEOM Geometry functions are accessed through the Geometry menu To display this menu press GEOM Note Itis usually easier to adjust display geometry while a test pattern is displayed SE Keystone Side Pin Top Pin Bottom Pin Bow C Linearity S Linearity Skew 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 14 Operation Section 3 3 4 3 1 Size GEOM 1 The Size function is used to adjust the horizontal and vertical size of the display image This adjustment is also available through the Picture menu To adjust size select Size from the Geometry menu Two slidebars are displayed a Horizontal Size slidebar and a Vertical Size slidebar Press A or V to adjust vertical size and lt 4 or gt to adjust horizontal size until the objects within your picture have the proper shape For example if there is a circle in your picture size should be a
66. characters transmission time At 9600 baud the default baud rate this gives the controller about three milliseconds to respond The projector is able to accommodate the receipt of at least three more bytes after it sends 13 XOFF additional bytes may be lost When the buffer is once again available the projector will send a 11 XON command to resume transmission Note SON and XOFF controls apply to both directions of communication B 5 3 1B ESCAPE Occasionally a byte within a message may have the same value as one of the special control codes reserved for the transport layer If this occurs 1B must be used to escape the byte so that it is not mistaken for a transport layer control code Escape a byte by inserting an ESC character 1B into the data stream just ahead of the message byte in question and then adding 128 80 to the value of the message byte This effectively sets the MSB most significant bit high moving the value of the byte out of the range of values reserved for transport control codes On the receiving end the transport layer software recognizes the escape sequence and strips the 1B ESC from the stream The next data byte will have its MSB reset which restores it back to its original value B 6 Message Format The other portion of an RS 232 communication is the message itself see Figure B 2 again A message portion is a sequence of up to 64 bytes always a five byte header followed by a vari
67. checks its memory bank to see if the selected memory exists If it does exist it uses the memory and its display settings If it does not exist a small portion of memory is allocated for the new setup Space is available for up to 80 setup memories When the last space is used up a warning message is displayed If this happens call for servicing to delete memories which you no longer use to make room for new memories 3 3 5 Locking Setup Memories im Setup memories may be locked or unlocked Locking a setup memory prevents adjustments to display settings from being saved in that memory For example if Recall memory 08 is locked and selected then brightness is adjusted the new brightness setting is only temporary If the setup memory is then reselected the original brightness setting will be restored Note When a locked setup memory is selected a key icon O m is displayed in the Source Message To lock or unlock the current setup memory select option 3 from the Source Setup menu UTIL 1 3 Option 3 indicates the current setting Ss Display Systems 3 11 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 4 Display Adjustments Normal Adjustment Sequence This section describes the projector s display adjustment functions To access all display functions a full function keypad is required If you are using the optional Presenter s Keypad only the primary display functions are available There are four types of display a
68. complete images are generated For non interlaced signals the frame rate is identical to the vertical frequency For interlaced signals the frame rate is one half of vertical frequency Foot candle The intensity of visible light per square foot 1 foot candle 1 lumen square foot 10 76 lux Foot lambert The luminance brightness which results from one foot candle of illumination falling on a perfectly diffuse surface Gain or Screen Gain The ability of a screen to direct incident light to an audience A flat matte white wall has a gain of approximately 1 Screens with gain less than 1 attenuate incident light screens with gain more than 1 direct more incident light to the audience but have a narrow viewing angle For example An image reflecting off a 10 gain screen appears 10 times brighter than it would if reflected off a matte white wall Curved screens usually have larger gain than flat screens Gamma Correction A feature provided on Marquee Ultra Series 9500DM and 8500SM models which boosts the blue color output when required to provide improved picture intensity and color uniformity Geometry The reproduction of a straight and rectangular image Help Page A display of help information on the projection screen Horizontal Frequency Also called horizontal scan rate or line rate this is the frequency at which scan lines are generated Horizontal frequencies vary amongst sources Hot Spot A circula
69. cture Adjust the large Allen head bolt located at the upper right corner of n n n the lens mounting plate Turn the bolt head until the top and bottom areas of the picture are equally defocused Adjust the large Allen head bolt located at the lower left corner of the mounting plate Turn the bolt head until the left and right sides of the picture are equally defocused Readjust the lens focus for optimal overall focus Tighten the lens locking ring 2 6 Source Setup This section gives step by step instructions for quick setup of the projector for a selected external source For a complete setup repeat these steps as required for each source connected to the projector Guided Source Setup Before starting ensure that the projector is optically and mechanically aligned If optical alignment is required follow the setup instructions in Section 2 5 Select the source to be set up using the Source command Guided Mechanical Setup Source Selection Guide Keypad Guide m Usi Hel and make sure it is visible on the projection screen SE To make setup easier it is recommended that you use the projector s ibl ga Geer DEE Guided Source Setup tutorial It provides source setup instructions on then ENTER to select item screen to guide you through the adjustments To access the tutorial first HELP for assistance press HELP at presentation level The Help menu i
70. cture Adjust menu PIC then determine if adjustment improves the display 7 The source may be double terminated Ensure the source is terminated 75Q only once Display Systems 4 5 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Symptom The display appears to be folded Cause Remedy 1 The phase setting may require adjustment Select Phase from the Picture Adjust menu PIC then determine if adjusting the phase improves the display Symptom The display is reversed or upside down Cause Remedy 1 The projector scan configuration is not set correctly for the installation type Symptom The display is not sharp or clean Cause Remedy 1 Display adjustment may be required Adjust the brightness contrast focus and detail settings 2 Ils a BNC T connector being used Use a distribution amplifier to boost signal levels Is the input signal properly terminated The screen size may be too large As screen size increases magnification increases which reduces brightness This then reduces the contrast ratio which affects legibility Sharp defined edges become soft and fuzzy 5 The source input signal may be of low quality Symptom Display quality seems to drift from good to bad bad to good etc Cause Remedy 1 The operating temperature of the projector may not be constant Is the projector close to heating and or air conditioning vents The ambient temperature after warm up should be kept constant below 35
71. d See Technical Bulletin TB96 05 June 1996 Display Systems B 7 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Command Code Request or Reply Projector Address DES Parameter s Signal Status n a P1 3options 0 frequency P2 Horizontal P3 Vertical 1 state P2 0 Good P2 1 Changing P2 2 Error sync ES see right Ping P1 2 Marquee 68k P2 0 99 P3 0 99 P4 a z P5 0 999 P6 0 B 8 Get and Reply msg 0 999 Set projector to a new address NOTE The next message sent must either contain the new address or it must be a broadcast message Description set function Request frequency state or sync of current input signal Reply with frequency of current input signal Reply with state of current input signal Good locked signal Changing signal is currently changing as in a source switch Error 7 signal is unstable or missing NOTE sync errors cannot be detected if a signal has one of the following vertical frequencies all 2 00 Hz as well as one of the following horizontal frequencies 120 kHz vertical 50 0 Hz 59 95 Hz 100 Hz 119 9 Hz Reply with sync type of current input signal 0 no sync 1 sync on green 2 composite sync 3 7 separate H sync 6 7 sync from decoder 7 7 sync on internal Request read general projector information type and software version Software version major Software version minor Software version maintenance Software vers
72. d with its characteristic impedance at the last input on the line Lumen The amount of visible light emitted by a light source is measured in lumens Lux The amount of visible light per square meter incident on a surface 1 lux 1 lumen square meter 0 093 foot candles Menu A list of options which are displayed on the screen for selection by the user NTSC Video A video output format of some video tape and disk players There are two types of NTSC National Television Standards Committee video NTSC 3 58 and NTSC 4 43 NTSC 3 58 is used primarily in North America and Japan NTSC 4 43 is less commonly used Optical Screen A type of rear projection screen which re directs light through the screen to increase image brightness in front of the screen Screen gain is usually greater than 1 but audience viewing angles are reduced PAL Video A video output format of some video tape and disk players used primarily in Europe China and some South American and African countries All PAL Phase Alternating Line video is a 50 Hz standard with 768 x 576 resolutions Pincushion A distortion of the image which occurs when the borders are concave or convex Pixel Picture Element The smallest discernable element of a computer generated image Display Systems C 3 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Presentation Level The projector is at presentation level when an image is or may b
73. djusted so that the circle is round not oval Note The Size function should not be used to compensate for aspect ratio mismatches between source images and the projection screen Not all sources use the same aspect ratio therefore it may not always be possible to fill the entire screen Aspect Ratio is defined in Appendix A 3 4 3 2 Keystone GEOM 2 The Keystone function adjusts side keystone geometry distortion Adjust keystone to change the width at the top of the display in relation to the width at the bottom The displays below demonstrate keystone adjustment To adjust keystone select Keystone from the Geometry menu then press lt 4 or gt to adjust the top and bottom widths of the display as desired 3 4 3 3 Side Pin GEOM 3 The Side Pincushion function adjusts pincushion of the sides of the display image The two displays shown below demonstrate side pincushion adjustment To adjust side pincushion select Side Pin from the Geometry menu then press 4 or gt until the sides of the image are as curved or as straight as desired 3 4 3 4 Top GEOM 4 The Top function adjusts the level Top Key and pincushion Top Pin of the top half of the display image The four displays shown here demonstrate Top adjustments To stretch the upper left or right corner up or down select Top from the Geometry menu and press 4 or gt To adjust top pincushion press A and V until the top half of the im
74. djustment functions Primary Picture Geometry and Convergence UNADJUSTED 1 Primary Display functions include Brightness Contrast Detail Color and Tint IMAGE These functions are accessed directly from the keypad 2 Picture functions are used to adjust display settings that affect the projected Primary image These functions include Phase Size White Balance Focus Sync Adiustments Blanking Clamping Retrace and Decoding Picture functions are accessed via J the Picture menu which is selected by pressing PIC on the keypad Bs ICTUre 3 Geometry functions adjust geometric distortions of the display such as its size Adjustments keystone pincushion bow linearity and skew Access Geometry functions via the Geometry menu press GEOM on the keypad Geometry 4 Convergence is used to align the red green and blue color components of the Adjustments image It is described in Section 3 5 Convergence Registration Most adjustment functions when selected display a slidebar overlaid on the source image Convergence The slidebar displays the current setting and indicates which arrow keys to use for making Registration the adjustment Adjustment settings are stored in the current setup memory Input or Recall There are two exceptions 1 If the current setup memory is locked new adjustment settings are shown but not stored they are discarded when another setup memory is selected 2 If ASR is on for the current input and an AS
75. e displayed and no control dialog error or help messages are displayed For example if a help page is displayed the projector is not at presentation level Projector to Screen Distance Also called Throw Distance the distance between the front of the projector s green lens and the screen Protocol The type of code format utilized by IR keypad s The standard code is Protocol A By using two different protocols two projectors may be used side by side while being controlled independently by their remote IR keypads Rear Screen A translucent panel for screen projection Incident light travels through the incident surface of a rear screen and forms an image on the other surface Recall Memory A setup memory which is not associated with any particular input Resolution CRT The maximum number of lines that can be distinguished on the face of a CRT Resolution Lens The maximum number of alternate white and black horizontal lines that can be distinguished on a screen when a photographic target is placed between the lens and a light source and illuminated by that light source Resolution Projector The smaller of CRT and Lens resolutions Retrace Time Horizontal The minimum time required for the projector to move the position of the scanning spot from the right edge to the left edge of a CRT Rise Time The time required by the video amplifier of the projector to increase its output from 1096 to 909
76. e LI Clamping White Balance O Retrace Q Focus LI Decoder Options QO Sync Geometry Menu To adjust CH LI Size O Bow QO Keystone U C Linearity O Side Pin OS Linearity QO Top O Skew QO Bottom Convergence Menu U to adjust red green and Display Controls To adjust Color QO Contrast PIC O Tint QO Brightness QO Detail O Volume Enter LI to select a highlighted menu item L to select a dialog box option blue convergence Exit Arrow Keys U to exit from a menu or QO for adjustments function U for menu item selection Source QO for movement between U for input selection U for channel up down selection Q for source message display edit fields Recall U to select a Recall Memory LJ to go back one screen during menu help display U to view hidden slide bars when message display is turned off Numeric Keys L1 for menu item selection L1 for number entry Help U for context sensitive help U for setup guides eis F Test Pattern o turn audio on or o SS Display Systems O to select a test pattern for display Standby Power 0 to turn both picture and audio on de Q to turn the projector on or off Figure 3 1 Full Function Keypad 3 2 Operation Section 3 3 1 6 Keypad Usage The keypad is used the same way you would use a remote keypad supplied with a TV or VCR There are only a few general key press rules to keep in mind Key Press R
77. e keypads refer to the keypads entry in section 3 2 Projector Basics Keystone A distortion of the image which occurs when the top and bottom borders of the image are not equal in length Side borders slant in or out producing a keystone shaped image Learn Screen An ACON function which stores screen position data in memory for future reference Learn Screen is usually performed only once per projector installation If the ACON Locator Assembly or screen is moved i e the projector installation changes to ceiling mount the Learn Screen function must be repeated Linearity The reproduction of the horizontal and vertical size of characters and or shapes over the entire screen Line of Best Viewing When light from a projector is incident on a screen the light reflects from the screen such that the angle of reflection equals the angle of incidence The Line of Best Viewing is along the line of reflection Locator Assembly The Locator Assembly situated on the front of projectors which include the ACON automatic convergence feature is the eye of the ACON system It includes a photosensor lens component which mechanically scans the projected display at each convergence point while sensing relative positions of each projected color Loopthrough Loopthru The method of feeding a series of high impedance inputs from a single video source with a coaxial transmission line in such a manner that the line is terminate
78. ed to compensate for aspect ratio mismatches between source images and the projection screen Not all sources use the same aspect ratio therefore it may not always be possible to fill the entire screen Aspect Ratio is defined in Appendix A Display Systems 3 13 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 4 2 3 Focus PIC 4 The Focus function is used to adjust the electrical focus of the combined red green and blue color components To adjust focus select Focus from the Picture menu then use A and V until the center of the display appears the sharpest If the displayed image cannot be adequately focused a service adjustment to the electrical focus may be required or an optical focus adjustment is necessary Refer to the Section 2 5 for optical focus instructions 34 24 Sync Fast Slow PIC 5 The Sync function is used to minimize horizontal jittering flag waving or tearing at the top of the display image This effect sometimes occurs when the source is a VCR or video signal The function changes the synchronization mode of the projector from fast to slow or slow to fast To toggle between fast and slow sync select item 5 from the Picture menu Item 5 indicates the current synchronization mode 3 4 2 5 Blanking Top Bottom Left Right PIC 6 The Blanking selection item is used to hide or blank out unwanted information or noise at the 6 A top bottom left or right of the display image Blanking adju
79. een HUD User s Manual Note The source connected to the currently selected input should now be visible If there is no picture check to see if the source is active Step 12 Press A or V 4 or gt to adjust phase until the picture is centered on the screen Before After Step 13 Press A or V 4 or gt to adjust the size of the picture Ensure that objects in your picture have the correct shape For example if there is a circle in your picture size should be adjusted until the circle is round not oval Before After Note Remember that all of the adjustments above should be repeated for other sources in the system 2 7 Memory Setup This section explains how to set up projector memories to improve the performance of the projector s ASI and ASR features If you are not familiar with setup memories read 0 prior to memory setup in particular read Section3 3 Setup Memories and the ASI with Save and Turn ASR On Off entries in Section 3 6 Utility Features If the projector s setup memories are properly set up the projector will be easier to use and operate Note Memory setup should be performed when the projector is in its final operating position If the physical position of the projector changes memory setup must be repeated Here is a brief summary of the setup memory ASR and ASI discussions in 0 2 7 4 About Setup Memories The projector has 80 setup memories for storing display settings
80. el List is displayed This continues until the event is disabled or the projector is turned off Note If during Channel Up Down cycling you press a key to make an adjustment or change a projector setting the channel cycling process pauses until you return to presentation level If you manually select a different channel channel cycling will resume from that channel 3 7 Multi projector Functions In a multi projector installation it is usually desired to have a single IR keypad control all the projectors in the system This section explains the special control functions available for such installations 3 7 1 The Projector The Projector function allows you to select which projector in a group will respond to IR keypad commands To use this function each projector in the installation must first be assigned a unique projector number Projector numbers are assigned through the Communication Setup menu which is accessed by pressing UTIL 6 2 on a built in keypad or a wired remote keypad Once each projector has its own unique projector number projectors in the installation can be individually controlled using the same IR keypad To select a projector to solely respond to commands from an IR keypad press PROJ followed by the projector s identity number The specified projector will be the only projector which will respond to the keypad To enable ALL projectors to listen to the IR keypad press PROJ SS Display Systems 3 27 M
81. ent Battery Compartment WARNING DO NOT INSTALL BATTERIES IN THE KEYPAD IF A BUILT IN OR WIRED REMOTE CABLE IS ATTACHED TO IT THIS Figure 2 1 Remote Control Battery Replacement MAY CAUSE THE BATTERIES TO EXPLODE 2 2 0 Remote Control Conversion or Protocol Setting Change If converting the keypad to an IR remote or changing protocol unplug the cable connector Locate the jumper wires next to the cable connector location The jumper wires control the keypad s operating settings 321 JP1 This jumper setting is important if the keypad is PROTOCOLA configured for remote operation There are two keypad 321 protocols A and B These protocols are available to PROTOCOL B allow two projectors in the same room to be 321 independently controlled by separate remote keypads JP2 mz EA ALWAYS The protocol setting of the keypad must match that set in 321 the projector s Keypad Options menu UTIL 6 1 JP3 Eu ALWAYS For more information about keypad protocols refer to 321 BUILT IN OR the Remote Control Options entry in Section 3 6 Utility gt c WIRED KEYPAD Features 321 IR REMOTE KEYPAD JP2 This jumper must always be set between pins 1 and 2 as shown otherwise the projector will not respond correctly to keypad commands JP3 This jumper must always be set between pins 1 and 2 as shown otherwise the backlit feature will be disabled and the projector will not respond correctly to keypad commands
82. entry for that event e Events scheduled at the same time are performed in the order listed in the Programmable Events feature box Events never occur simultaneously About Channel Up Down Events Channel Up Down events are handled differently than other events A Channel Up or Channel Down event is continuously repeated at the time interval set by the Interval field The process begins at the start time set by the Start field This feature is provided for applications such as surveillance or status display systems where multiple sources are sharing one projection display For example a bus terminal may use this feature to display a number of different bus schedules each displayed for ten seconds at a time To use this feature a number of video sources must be fed to the projector or a connected switcher Each source is assigned to a channel in the Channel List The U D status of each of these channels must be enabled in the list see the Channel List entry in this section for details Within the Programmable Events feature box the event type is set to Channel Up or Channel Down The interval and start time is entered and the event is enabled by setting a check mark in the Enabled field When the event is enabled and the start time is reached the projector begins cycling through the enabled channels in the Channel List Each channel defined source is displayed for the set interval period then the next lower or higher channel enabled in the Chann
83. equest Current Test Pattern 01 07 00 00 03 FF FF 07 00 OE Reply with Current Test Pattern 01 08 03 FF 00 00 FF 07 1B 93 00 OE dots in crosshatch Reply with Current Test Pattern 01 08 03 FF 00 00 FF 07 00 00 OE ext Select Internal Frequency 1 01 07 00 00 03 FF 35 1B 81 00 OE Select External Freq signal 01 07 00 00 03 FF 35 00 00 OE Request Current Internal Freq 01 06 00 00 03 FF B5 00 OE Reply with Internal Freq 01 07 03 FF 00 00 B5 1B 81 00 OE Int Freq 1 menu Set Proj Address to 0 01 08 00 00 03 FF 02 00 00 00 OE Set Proj Address to 14 01 08 00 00 03 FF 02 00 1B 8E 00 OE Request Proj Address broadcast 01 06 80 00 03 FF 82 00 OE Reply with Proj Address 01 08 03 FF 80 00 82 00 1B 8E 00 OE proj address 14 If broadcasting Same as above examples except use 80 00 for destination Example Set Tint to 0 01 07 80 00 03 FF 58 00 00 OE Set Tint to 32 01 07 80 00 03 FF 58 20 00 OE Request Tint Value max 1 proj 01 06 80 00 03 FF D8 00 OE Reply wl Tint Value max 1 proj 01 07 03 FF 80 00 D8 20 00 OE 32 50 Do not broadcast a request to more than one projector as it may generate multiple attempts at replies that could collide on the network B 12 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix B This section includes additional notes about some of the more complex RS 232 messages B 7 2 Standby Command During standby entered via normal keypad projector operation the picture is blanked the
84. equest Signal Status Freq Reply w Sig Status Freq Request Sig Status State Reply w Sig Status State Reply with Signal Status State Reply with Signal Status State Request Signal Status Sync On Reply with Signal Status Sync Reply with Signal Status Sync Reply with Signal Status Sync Reply with Signal Status Sync Reply with Signal Status Sync Request Ping 01 07 00 00 03 FF OC 00 00 OE 01 07 00 00 03 FF 0C OF 00 OE 01 06 00 00 03 FF 8C 00 OE 01 07 03 FF 00 00 8C OF 00 OE recall 15 01 07 03 FF 00 00 8C 00 00 OE recall 0 i e using input memory 01 07 00 00 03 FF 91 00 00 OE 01 OB 03 FF 00 00 91 00 OC 4E 17 70 00 0E 31 5Khz 60 0Hz 01 07 00 00 03 FF 91 1B 81 00 OE 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 1B 81 00 00 OE Good SignalLocked 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 1B 81 1B 81 00 OE Changing src 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 1B 81 02 00 OE Error sync err 01 07 00 00 03 FF 91 02 00 OE 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 02 00 00 OE No sync 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 02 1B 81 00 OE Sync On Green 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 02 02 00 OE Composite Sync 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 02 03 00 OE Sep HSync on H 01 08 03 FF 00 00 91 02 06 00 OE SyncfromDecoder 01 06 00 00 03 FF 81 00 OE Reply w Data 01 OD 03 FF 00 00 81 02 03 04 61 00 48 00 00 OE See page 18 for additional information Select Internal Test Pattern 01 08 00 00 03 FF 7F 07 17 00 OE crosshatch Select Internal Test Pattern ext 01 08 00 00 03 FF 7F 07 00 00 OE R
85. ergence of the red green and blue images is performed accurately and automatically with minimal user intervention ASI Automatic Source Interpolation A process whereby a display setup for a given source is approximated from other setups already in memory For more information about ASI refer to the ASR entry in section 3 7 Utility Features ASR Automatic Source Recall A process whereby a display setup for a given source is chosen from memory according to its signal parameters horizontal and vertical frequencies For more information about ASR refer to the ASR entry in section 3 7 Utility Features Active Line Time The time inside one horizontal scan line during which video is generated Ambient Light Rejection The ability of a screen to reflect ambient light in a direction away from the line of best viewing Curved screens usually have good ambient light rejection Flat screens usually have less ambient light rejection Analog Video The video output of most computers and video tape machines Analog video can generate a large number of colors Aspect Ratio The ratio of the width of an image to its height Automatic Convergence The automatic alignment of the projected red green and blue images on the projection screen Autolock The ability of the projector to automatically synchronize to the horizontal and vertical scan frequencies of an input signal Bandwidth The frequency range of the project
86. est and obtain basic projector information such as projector type and current software version Like most RS 232 requests a ping request contains no data parameters 01 06 00 00 03 FF 81 00 OE Note There is no set command for ping you can issue requests and receive replies only PING REPLIES The Ping reply contains data for the six parameters necessary to fully answer the ping request as shown in the example from Table B 4 P4 Maintenance Version 34 P2 Major Version 34 r P6 Type Version 01 OD 03 FF 00 00 81 02 03 04 61 00 48 00 00 0E P1 Model Marquee 68k P3 Minor Version _ P5 Beta Version Figure B 5 Ping Reply Contents This reply represents V3 4 a 072 Beta of the main 68K software B 7 7 Test Pattern Diagnostic Command The Diagnostic Test Pattern command enables you to select request or obtain the number of a specific test pattern Note that such commands must include both the diagnostic command code as well as the test pattern parameter P1 This parameter represents the diagnostic to be run and ensures that the proper diagnostic is run in this case test pattern Shown below is the request example from Table B 4 01 07 00 00 03 FF F 0200 0E DIAGNOSTIC TEST PATTERN REPLIES Resulting replies will then include an additional parameter P2 representing the number name of the test pattern The example below shows that a dots in cros
87. eturns to the Service menu and returns to presentation level To continue adjustment from where you left off upon exit move the cursor to Continue Adjust then press ENTER or EXIT To discard your changes select No Save Iwwel Ill Note For large scale adjustments to the green raster use Green Interpolated first then use Green Random Access to fine tune if required A3 Display Systems 3 17 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 6 Utility Features The projector s utility features allow you to customize operation of the projector to suit your application and preferences To access these features M press UTIL The Utilities menu is displayed Vates Source Setup Channel List Recall Memories Input Memories Item 1 Source Setup provides utilities for setup memory manipulation and selection of internal sources Item 2 Channel List allows you to program the Channel List Preferences Remote Control Options Clock Events Item 3 Recall Memories displays a listing of the Recall memories stored in the projector EE rd ON gt Item 4 Input Memories displays a listing of the Input memories stored in the projector Service Item 5 Preferences lets you set various operational settings which affect the behavior of the projector according to your preferences Item 6 Remote Control Options allows you to modify
88. ferences utility allows you to set various preferences which affect the behavior of the projector Preferences Six preference items are displayed with their current settings Select an 1 Auto P up Off item to change its setting Defaults shown See 2 Screen Messages On 3 6 1 6 1 Auto Power up On Off UTIL 5 1 3 Blanking Time Auto If Auto Power up is set to On the projector automatically powers itself up Eo idea ai io UE when line power is removed then re applied For example if power is temporarily interrupted due to a storm the projector will automatically power back up when power returns If Auto Power up were set to Off the projector would require a manual power on 5 Language English 6 Programmable Events On Note Upon automatic power up the most recent display adjustments may be lost if they were not yet saved in the current setup memory 3 6 1 6 2 Screen Messages On Off UTIL 5 2 The Screen Messages preference allows you to choose whether screen messages will be displayed such as slidebars error and warning messages the SOURCE RECALL PROJ and MUTE messages and the PIC and GEOM menus For most applications it is recommended that Screen Messages be left on However if during a presentation you want to make subtle display adjustments without drawing attention to your actions Screen Messages should be set to Off 3 22 Operation Section 3 Note Itis still possible
89. field While in the Name column A and V change the character at the cursor position and A and V move the position of the cursor Once a source name has been entered move the cursor to the Input field by pressing ENTER or C by using gt Edit the Input Recall and Up Down U D fields See below for field definitions To B exit the channel list press RECALL or EXIT e och a Note When the cursor is positioned on an edit field the field may be cleared by pressing if If a channel is selected and ASR is on for the same input and the incoming frequency does not 8 match the selected setup memories frequency it may cause the following ASR may be triggered 7 the setup memory may change and the channel number may be changed to reflect the new memory Example If Channel 4 shows input 1 3 and no recall number and input 1 3 switcher 1 slot 3 is selected and recall memory 55 is currently selected then the Source Message box will show that Channel 4 is selected unless there is another channel with input 1 3 and recall 55 The Name Field The Name field stores the names of the sources in the list Source names may be up to 11 characters in length It is recommended that source names be entered to make it easier to keep track of the sources Source names are briefly displayed when channels are selected Note Digits may be entered using the number keys on the keypad or selected using the A and V keys Note If i
90. gy 1 Contrast or brightness may be set too low Press to activate the status screen If there is no display press then increase contrast CONT and brightness BRITE until the crosshatch is displayed Adjust contrast and brightness to their proper settings 2 The room lighting may be too bright 3 The projector may be too far from the screen Move the projector closer to the screen The maximum throw distance is 25 feet 4 Were the lens covers accidentally left on Remove the lens covers Display Systems 4 3 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Symptom While in use the projector suddenly become non responsive to keypad commands even when using a built in keypad Cause Remedy 1 Although rare it is possible that an internal software error occurred which has put the software in a non ending loop This might occur if a power spike interfered with the projector s internal processor system To fix this problem leave the projector plugged in and using a small screw driver or ball point pen press the recessed RESET button on the back panel This operation will reset the projector s processor without affecting memories or display settings Symptom The projector does not respond to the STBY or MUTE keys Cause Remedy 1 You may not be holding down the key long enough to initiate the action Like POWER STBY and MUTE must be pressed down for at least one second Symptom The projector d
91. he projector or screen is inadequate for IR remote keypad operation 2 the projector is in a lighting environment which is unsuitable for IR remote keypad operation or there are multiple projectors in the same room and you want each projector to be controlled by its own remote keypad 3 1 5 Presenter s Keypad optional The Presenter s Keypad is similar to the IR remote keypad above except that it is not a full function keypad it contains only frequently used keys Presenters may find this keypad is easier to use than a full function keypad For more information about the Presenter s Keypad call your reseller or VDC Display Systems Figure 3 1 shows the projector functions which are accessible from the multi use full function keypad As you may notice from the illustration some keys provide direct access to specific functions such as POWER to turn the projector on or off and some keys provide indirect function access via menus Functions which are less frequently accessed are provided through on screen menus Display Systems 3 1 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Utilities Menu To access the following utilities QO Source Setup LJ Remote Options Status Page 4 C Channel List OQ Clock Events C to display status Q Memories Display UO Service pages O Preferences Projector U to command a single projector in a multi projector system Picture Menu To adjust or set LI Phase LI Blanking LI Siz
92. he projector through the ventilation openings They may touch dangerous voltages or short out parts resulting in a fire or shock hazard Do not spill liquids of any kind into the projector Should an accidental spill occur immediately unplug the projector and have it serviced by a qualified service technician Ku Display Systems 4 4 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 4 1 5 Servicing If any of the following conditions exist unplug the projector from the power outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel e The power cord has been damaged e Liquid has been spilled into the projector e The projector has been exposed to excessive moisture e The projector does not operate normally e The projector has been dropped or the case has been damaged e Projector performance has deteriorated Do not attempt to service the projector yourself All servicing must be performed by a qualified VDC Display Systems service technician If replacement parts are required it is important that only VDC Display Systems approved parts are used Other parts may result in fire electric shock or risk of personal injury WARNING THE PROJECTOR IS INTERNALLY SHIELDED TO PROTECT THE USER FROM EXPOSURE TO SOFT X RAY RADIATION IMPROPER SERVICING OR SHIELD REMOVAL MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY CAUTION In rare instances flashing lights can trigger an epileptic seizure During ACON usage persons with epilepsy should look away from the scree
93. ich does not physically exist Example 1 Slot 1 on the projector has the output from a computer workstation connected to it To display the workstation output press SOURCE 0 1 Example 2 A single Marquee signal switcher is connected to the projector and a computer is connected to slot 3 of the switcher To display the computer output press SOURCE 1 3 3 8 Operation Section 3 3 2 1 1 Direct Channel Selection This method of source selection takes advantage of the Channel List feature explained in Section 3 6 Utility Features The Channel List allows you to assign a source to a 2 digit number from 01 to 99 Once you have assigned channel numbers to your sources and the projector is at presentation level you can select a source by pressing the 2 digit channel number associated with it To select a channel press m n where m the 1st digit of the channel number n the 2nd digit of the channel number The projector switches to and displays the source assigned to the channel number If an invalid switcher or slot number is assigned to the channel a warning message is displayed Example Channel 08 in the Channel List was programmed to select a source connected to slot 5 on switcher 3 To select this source simply press 0 8 Note Note If the Channel Select option in the Preferences menu UTIL 5 4 is set to either 1 digit only or 1 or 2 Digits the preceding zero shown in the exa
94. ides a composite sync output connect it to the HOR COMP input If the source provides separate horizontal and vertical sync outputs connect the horizontal sync signal to the HOR COMP input and connect the vertical sync input to the VERT input Interconnection cables must be terminated with BNC connectors Figure 2 4 show source connections for the built in interface Bs e le EH O4 SS Z MEM A Slot 2 Optional Slot 1 Video Input Module RGB Interface Reeg GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT RED 6 O0 000 RGB and Sync Signals from Source Figure 2 4 Built in RGB Interface Connections Video Input Module VIM Display Systems 2 3 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 2 4 Serial Port Connections Serial port connections are required when 1 Using a Marquee signal switcher with the projector or 2 The system is to be controlled by a computer third party controller The projector s serial ports are located on the Control Module at the front panel of the electronic chassis See Figure 2 5 RS 232 IN O0000 gt OO 00 Figure 2 5 Serial Port Connections If using the system with a Marquee signal switcher connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the switcher and the projector serial port labeled SWITCHER If the system is to be controlled by a computer or third party
95. iginal display settings are restored The Interval field shows a date or interval at which the event is to take place With the cursor positioned on the Interval field press ENTER to cycle through the available options See Table 3 2 below for details Table 3 2 Interval Field Options EVENT INTERVAL specific date Daily Mon Fri Sat Sun Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays min sec interval ACTIVATES THE EVENT At a specific calendar date Use number keys for date entry per the format defined by the Set Clock utility Every day Monday through Friday Saturday and Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Repeatedly at a specified time interval in minutes and seconds starting at the time set in the Start field Applies to Channel Up Down events only Only valid entries are accepted The Start Field Use the number keys to enter minutes and seconds The seconds interval must be an even number e g 02 04 06 etc The Start field shows the start time of the event With the cursor positioned on the Start field use the number keys to enter the start time Use the notation previously defined by the Set Clock utility 12 hour or 24 hour If using a 12 hour clock press ENTER to toggle between a m and p m Note Only valid entries are accepted For example if 4 is entered as the first digit of the Start time it will
96. ion beta number Software version type always 0 for now See page 18 for additional information horizontal 15 62 2 kHz 15 73 2 kHz Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix B Command Code Code ES Ed or l7 ud Diagnostic FF 7 test ptn Run a diagnostic such as Test Pattern Internal Test Pattern P1 07 runs the Test Pattern diagnostic Various 0 external video In Replies to set command 7 black 70 OK 19 dots in xhatch 7 1 pattern not available 20 dots only 21 gray scale 17 7 white field 22 dbl xhatch 23 xhatch Parameter s Set and Reply msg Description set function Display Systems B 9 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual B 7 Creating Simple Messages Figure B 4 below illustrates a complete RS 232 data transmission using the hex command codes from Table B 4 In this example the projector is 0 and the message is coming from the controller always 1023 Note that in this example contrast level is the only parameter involved Sa X A X Bog ZZ ZS us E SS oe SE 2 SFX s E 595 o w dS MO o d 9 S C FFF SH S EL po amp S a4 QU S Fee ee E S F E ea oce A KS x o 1 2 3 4 5 le 7 x x 01 HEADER Bopv 000E Fee MESSAGE BYTE HEADER BODY 01 07 00 00 03 F
97. itiate projector power up Hold down POWER for at least one second to initiate power up 2 If using an IR keypad ensure it is pointed at the screen or the front of the projector If the keypad is configured for built in or wired usage make sure it is properly connected to the projector 3 If using an IR keypad the batteries may need replacement Remove the batteries from the battery compartment on the back side of the keypad Install new batteries as described in the Section 0 4 The keypad may be damaged If the back panel C LED does not flash when POWER is pressed the projector is not responding to the keypad Try using a different keypad 5 If using a remote keypad IR or wired the keypad s protocol A or B might not match the projector s IR protocol setting Refer to Section 0 for instructions on how to check and change the keypad s protocol setting However if the projector s setting is Off the remote keypad will not respond You may have to configure the keypad for built in operation to gain control of the projector Symptom The projector will not turn on when POWER is pressed One or more of the following red LEDs are litt ERROR LVPS EHT H FAIL V FAIL Cause Remedy 1 Aninternal failure has occurred Projector servicing may be required Contact your reseller or VDC Display Systems for assistance Symptom The projector s green POWER LED is lit and all other LEDs are off yet no picture is displayed Cause Reme
98. ize Select C Linearity from the Geometry menu It is best to have a screen full of characters displayed Or use one of the internal test patterns available by pressing If there is a vertical non linearity press A and V until the characters at the top middle and bottom of the screen have the same vertical size If there is a horizontal non linearity press Tal or gt until the characters at the left middle and right of the screen have the same horizontal size 3 4 3 8 S Linearity GEOM 8 The S Linearity function corrects for vertical and horizontal non linearity s which extend from the center of the display to the top and bottom or left and right Examples are shown below Notice how the top and bottom or left and right characters are much smaller in size than the center characters Select S Linearity from the Geometry menu It is best to have a screen full of characters displayed Or use one of the internal test patterns available by pressing If there is a vertical non linearity press A and V until the characters at the top middle and bottom of the screen have the same vertical size If there is a horizontal non linearity press lt 4 or gt until the characters at the left middle and right of the screen have the same horizontal size 3 4 3 9 Skew GEOM 9 The Skew function adjusts the display image so that the sides of an image appear to be leaning to one side and or shifted up or down
99. logic process refer to Appendix C ASR ASI Logic Diagrams Notes about the ASI feature ASI works better when there are many setup memories in the system For example if you always use the same input and you never use Recall memories thus only one setup memory has ever been created ASI will not be effective However if many Input and Recall memories have been used and adjusted for a variety of sources the projector has more knowledge in its database for performing an ASI As this knowledge increases ASI accuracy improves 3 6 1 3 Current Setup Locked Unlocked UTIL 1 3 This utility allows you to lock or unlock the current setup memory Locking a setup memory prevents changes to display settings from being saved in that memory For example if a locked Recall memory is selected and then brightness is adjusted the new brightness setting is only temporary If the Recall memory is reselected the original brightness setting will be restored ASI WITH SAVE Note When a locked setup memory is selected a key icon Gr is displayed in the Source Message To lock or unlock the current setup memory press 3 from the Source Setup menu Item 3 in the menu indicates the current setting 3 6 1 3 1 ASR On Off UTIL 1 4 The ASR Automatic Source Recall feature provides automatic Recall memory selection or ASI Automatic Source Interpolation for inputs which have ASR set to On To turn ASR on or off for the current in
100. matically generates its initial display settings These settings will be created by copying another setup memory or by interpolating multiple setup memories ASI is activated when e Anew setup memory is created e An ASR is performed and its logic has activated an ASI e An ASI with Save is specified by the user see Section 3 6 ASR Automatic Source Recall is a feature which when turned on for a given input provides automatic Recall memory selection or ASI adjustment ASR processing can activate when e a change in scan frequencies is detected at the input e an input is selected e a Recall memory is selected or e a channel is selected This feature is primarily intended for use when many different sources must share the same input via a third party switcher for example or when a signal source can output several different scan frequencies e g a SVGA card When a source switch is made the projector may automatically select a Recall memory with matching scan frequencies or create the display settings based on the settings in other setup memories 2 7 3 Input Memory Setup Follow these steps to prepare an Input memory for a source Note To assure proper setup of an existing Input memory ASR must be off default for the memory Step 1 Connect the source to the input to be set up and then select the input using the Source command For example if the source is connected to slot 1 of the projector press SOURCE 0 1
101. ment If the projector will be used with many sources or new sources will be frequently added to the system it is recommended that five or six setup memories be created o expressly for the purpose of improving ASI accuracy ASI UTIL a el m accuracy improves as more setup memories are created and stored and the variations amongst horizontal and vertical scan frequencies increases For example if you always use the same input and you never use Recall memories thus only one setup memory has ever been created ASI will not be effective However if many Input and Recall memories have been used and adjusted for a variety of sources the projector has more knowledge in its database for performing an ASI As this knowledge increases ASI accuracy improves An easy way to add setup memories at various scan frequencies is to use the projector s internal frequency generator The internal frequency generator can display a test pattern using the scan frequencies you select When Select Internal Frequency display adjustments are made the display settings are stored in the current setup memory Prepare a Recall memory using the generator as follows Step 1 Select a Recall memory to be the current setup memory For example to make Recall memory 90 the current setup memory press RECALL 9 0 Recall memory numbers may be any number from 01 to 99 If the selected Recall memory did not previously exist it will be created automa
102. mple above does not have to be entered For more information refer to the Preferences entry in Section 3 6 3 2 1 2 Up Down Channel Selection This method of source selection also takes advantage of the Channel List feature It lets you quickly switch between channels programmed in the Channel List by using the up and down arrow keys on the keypad To make a selection Press SOURCE followed by A or V Each time an arrow key is pressed a channel number and name is displayed on the screen When the channel number you want is displayed simply wait to allow the projector to switch to the source defined by the channel Note f a channel specifies a switcher which does not exist the channel is considered invalid Note The Channel List utility allows you to flag the channels to be used by the Up Down Channel selection feature For more information refer to the Channel List entry in Section 3 6 Utility Features Display Systems 3 9 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 3 2 1 3 The Source Message When SOURCE or RECALL is pressed at presentation level and or a source switch is made a source message is briefly overlaid on the projection screen The source message displays current source information Note 1 If screen messages are turned off via the Preferences menu UTIL 5 2 the source message is not displayed 2 During input selection or Recall memory selection explained later the message box displ
103. n 4 2 Cleaning Clean the projector when required Before cleaning always unplug the projector from the power outlet 4 2 1 Lens Cleaning To avoid the risk of scratching the lenses only clean the lenses if absolutely required A small amount of dust on the lenses will have very little effect on picture quality If the lenses must be cleaned use a DRY soft cotton cloth Rub gently in a circular motion 4 2 2 Case Cleaning Clean the case with a soft dampened cloth Use a mild commercial cleaner Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners 4 3 Trouble shooting If the projector is not operating properly note the DIAGNOSTICS symptoms of the problem and use the following guide to assist you If you cannot resolve the ERROR EHT V FAIL problem yourself contact your dealer for assistance POWER 4 D LVPS H FAIL c O O OOOO OO LsTANDBY Figure 4 1 Rear Panel LEDs 4 2 Maintenance Section 4 4 3 1 Projector Response Problems Refer to the following if the projector is not responding to keypad commands Symptom The projector will not turn on when POWER is pressed All back panel lights are off See Figure 4 1 Cause Remedy 1 The power cord may be disconnected Check the power cord connection at the wall outlet and the projector Symptom The projector will not turn on when POWER is pressed Only the amber D LED on the back panel is lit Cause Remedy 1 POWER may not have been held down long enough to in
104. ng the projector s Guided Mechanical Setup tutorial This tutorial displays step by step instructions during the alignment The instructions in this section require use of the Guided Mechanical Setup tutorial To access and use the Guided Mechanical Setup tutorial turn on the projector POWER then press HELP at presentation level The Help menu is displayed Next press 2 to select Guided Mechanical Setup The first page of the guide will be displayed on the projection screen When using the guide press HELP to display the next page press RECALL to display the previous page When complete press EXIT to end Help Examine the lens and hardware as shown in Figure 2 6 The lens consists of a single focus barrel The lens is secured in place with a lens locking ring Additionally the lens consists of a metal lens cover which is screwed in place To remove the lens cover rotate the cover counterclockwise CCW and place in a secure location for reuse To focus the lens loosen the lens locking ring Note the lens locking ring employs fine threads and requires multiple turns Once loosen rotate the lens barrel until the desired focus is achieved LENS LOCKING RING Ba MAA WU SSO MMMM UMMA Figure 2 6 8521 Lens Assembly m Guided Source Setup Guided Mechanical Setup Source Selection Guide Keypad Guide Using Help For all menus Press a number or use A V then ENTER t
105. nications Connecting an third party external controller to the RS 232 port on a Marquee projector enables automated control of individual or multiple projectors according to custom requirements The original RS 232 commands enable the controller to be programmed to emulate a projector keypad The protocol message structure used for issuing these commands remains valid and usable for any Marquee projector with software version 2 0 or higher In addition with software version 4 0 and higher you can use a simpler RS 232 protocol to issue these original commands as well as several other new commands Note This Section is intended for technicians familiar with controller applications and programming For highly specialized applications beyond simple projector control please contact VDC Display Systems for additional technical assistance B 2 System Requirements and Setup The RS 232 commands in main software V4 0 can be used with any Marquee projector that has the Control Board 02 2x0336 0xP installed The software is backwards compatible with existing Marquee projectors As shown below connect the controller only to the IN port of the Marquee projector never directly to a switcher Use a quality cable of up to 100 feet in length In a typical application a controller output is connected to the RS 232 IN port and any additional projectors are networked by connecting the RS 232 OUT from one projector to the RS 232 IN of the next as
106. o select item HELP for assistance lt RECALL gt to go back one level EXIT to return to picture The CRT is attached to its lens by four 4 Socket head Allen screws located on the lens mounting plate The upper right screw when facing the lens adjusts the focus between the top and bottom of the picture and the lower left screw adjusts the focus between the left and right sides of the picture See Figure 2 6 Lens Mounting Plate E Top Bottom 4 Focus Adjust Left Right Focus Adjust Factory Service Adjust Only Step 1 Loosen the lens locking ring Rotate the lens using until the picture is focused Tighten the locking ring Display Systems 2 5 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual Step 2 Step 3 requires that you look directly into the lens for adjustment Before you continue press V to reduce contrast to a low level 210 WARNING DO NOT LOOK INTO THE LENSES IF CONTRAST IS SET TO NORMAL VIEWING LEVEL Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 a o Look directly into the lens Press A V or gt to center the displayed crosshatch on the face of the picture tube gt Press A to increase contrast to a normal viewing level Before After Press A or Y to adjust for best electrical focus of the projected image An image is displayed Loosen the lens locking ring and slightly defocus the center of the pi
107. oes not respond to an IR Remote keypad Cause Remedy 1 The projector s IR keypad listening status may be turned off Press PROJ to turn on the listening status of all projectors or press PROJ followed by the projector s identity number to turn on the listening status of the projector you want to respond 2 The keypad s protocol A or B might not match the projector s IR protocol setting Refer to Section Error Reference source not found for instructions on how to check and change the keypad s protocol setting However if the projector s setting is Off the remote keypad will not respond You may have to configure the keypad for built in operation to gain control of the projector 3 The IR keypad may be too far away from the projector or screen Use the IR keypad closer to the projector or screen Also ensure the keypad is pointed directly at the screen or the front of the projector 4 The viewing path between the IR keypad and the projector or screen or switcher may be restricted Ensure there is a clear line of sight between the keypad and the projector or Screen or switcher 5 The sensor may be disabled per the Keypad Options menu UTIL 6 1 6 The batteries in the IR keypad may be weak Replace the batteries in the keypad See Section 1 1 1 for battery installation instructions 7 There may be unusual lighting conditions in the room which effect IR keypad operation Determine if such conditions exist and correct
108. of different sources Multiple setup memories are required since display settings usually vary amongst sources There are two types of setup memories Input and Recall Both memory types store the same parameters The only difference is that Input memories store display settings for a particular physical input e g switcher 0 slot 1 while Recall memories can be used with any input At any one time one setup memory is the current setup memory The display settings in the current setup memory are used for the current display When a source is selected by entering its input number the Input memory for the selected input becomes the current setup memory If a Recall memory is selected it becomes the current setup memory Display adjustments are automatically saved in the setup memory which is current at the time of adjustment unless the setup memory is locked Note If the ASR feature explained below is turned on during setup memory selection the selected memory may not be the current setup memory To display the Recall memories stored in the projector press UTIL 3 Press UTIL 4 to display the Input memories Unused setup memories are not displayed 2 8 Installation amp Setup Section 2 2 7 2 About ASI and ASR ASI Automatic Source Interpolation is a feature which automatically adjusts display settings based on the settings of other setup memories stored in the projector When a setup memory is first created ASI auto
109. onsists of a title selection items and a cursor bar Selection items may include adjustment functions control settings or other menus Title gt ETF To make a selection from the menu either 12E lt Cursor 1 press the number key corresponding to the item 2 Size Bar number or 3 White Balance 4 Focus 2 press A or V to move the cursor bar to the Selection 5 Sync Slow desired item then press ENTER Items 6 Blanking 7 Auto Clamp Off Retrace Long Decoder Options If a menu item includes control options for example items 5 7 and 8 above the control option setting can be changed by pressing the number key or by pressing ENTER when the item is highlighted Note Pressing RECALL while in a sub menu returns you to the previous menu 219 Dialog Boxes Dialog boxes are displayed when the projector requires an action to be chosen EZB eee by the user Adjust For example after a convergence registration is performed a dialog box is displayed to confirm that the new convergence settings are to be saved in memory Press lt 4 or gt to highlight one of the actions then press ENTER or EXIT to perform the action If ENTER is pressed the previous menu is then displayed If EXIT is pressed the projector returns to presentation level 8 9 3 1 10 Message Boxes Message boxes display brief messages on the screen to indicate a status condition or error Messages are overlaid on the displayed s
110. opy Complete message is briefly displayed to indicate a successful copy When you are finished copying setup memories press EXIT to return to presentation level 3 62 ASI with Save UTIL 1 2 ASI Automatic Source Interpolation is a feature which automatically adjusts display settings based on the settings of other setup memories stored in the projector The ASI with Save utility performs an immediate ASI on the current source and saves the resulting display settings in the current setup memory The new settings are created by either copying the settings from another setup memory which has matching scan frequencies or by interpolating between the two closest setup memories This feature is very useful when adding a new source to the system and or when much adjustment is required By using the ASI with Save feature the projector can do most of the required adjustments for you Press ENTER to copy 3 18 Operation Section 3 To perform an ASI with Save press 2 from the Source Setup menu A dialog box is displayed Press 4 to move the cursor bar to Do It then press ENTER New display settings will immediately be calculated and saved in the current setup memory The only exception is when the current setup memory is Warning Current locked If locked display settings will not be modified If Cancel is selected setup wil be lost from the dialog box the operation is stopped For more information about the ASI
111. or PAL or SECAM video sources 3 4 2 Picture Functions Picture functions are accessed through the Picture menu To display this menu press PIC 3 4 2 1 Phase PIC 1 The Phase function is used to move the picture up down left or right within the picture display area Size Focus Sync Slow Blanking Auto Clamp Off Retrace Long To adjust phase select Phase from the Picture menu Two slidebars are displayed a Horizontal Phase slidebar and a Vertical Phase slidebar Press A V lt or gt to move the picture in the direction of the arrows so that the entire picture is visible and centered 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Note Ifthe picture cannot be made entirely visible an adjustment to blanking or retrace time may be required refer to the blanking and retrace entries in this section 3 4 2 2 Size PIC 2 The Size function is used to adjust the horizontal and vertical size of the display image This adjustment is also available through the Geometry menu To adjust size select Size from the Picture menu Two slidebars are displayed a Horizontal Size slidebar and a Vertical Size slidebar Press A or V to adjust vertical size and lt 4 or f to adjust horizontal size until the objects within your picture have the proper shape For example if there is a circle in your picture size should be adjusted so that the circle is round not oval Note The Size function should not be us
112. or has no knobs or moving parts to make adjustments or change control settings This is because all user adjustments are digitally controlled via the projector s keypad Adjustment settings are retained in the projector s internal memory even when the projector is unplugged 3 1 2 Keypads Four types of keypads may be used with the projector built in IR remote wired remote and Presenter s The projector includes a multi use full function backlit keypad which is factory configured for use as a built in keypad It can easily be reconfigured for use as an IR remote keypad or a wired remote keypad Use the keypad type which is most appropriate for your application Note For information on how to reconfigure the keypad refer to Section 2 2 2 To convert the keypad to a wired remote keypad an optional accessory cable 03 001106 02P is required Note Additional keypads are available from your reseller and VDC Display Systems 3 1 3 IR Remote Keypad When the keypad is configured for IR remote operation you can control the projector from a distance without a wired connection to the projector The keypad includes a battery powered infrared IR transmitter 3 1 4 Wired Remote Keypad When the keypad is configured as a wired remote keypad you can control the projector from a distance by way of a 25 ft extension cable accessory cable required Wired remote keypad operation is recommended when 1 the location of the keypad with respect to t
113. or s video amplifier Display Systems This appendix defines many of the terms used in this manual as they apply to the Marquee projection system Blanking Time The time inside one scan line during which video is not generated The blanking time of the input signal must be equal to or greater than the retrace time of the projector Bow A horizontal curve in the center of the image and or a vertical curve across an image Brightness Brightness in projection usually describes the amount of light emitted from a surface such as a screen Brightness is measured in lumens foot lamberts foot candles or lux Candela or Candle The intensity of light is measured in candelas Channel A 2 digit number with user assigned source input information This information includes a physical input switcher slot a setup memory input or recall and a name or description Assignments are made through the Channel List Channel List A list of up to 99 channels explained above which may be created edited or deleted by the user The Channel List feature provides an alternative and sometimes easier way to select sources and their setups Color Shift The change in the tint of a white field across an image Color Temperature This term refers to the coloration reddish white bluish etc of a white image It does not refer to the brightness of a white image The Kelvin K temperature scale is used to measure color
114. otherwise a detailed setup is required The throw distance is the distance between the center lens on the projector and the center of the projection screen Note If an optical lens alignment is required refer to Section 2 5 Optical Alignment Step 2 Connect the Power Cord Plug the AC line cord into the line input unit on the electronic chassis Plug the three prong end of the line cord in a grounded AC outlet Note Input voltage must be between 90 VAC and 264 VAC Note Ensure the line cord is the proper type for the AC receptacle Step 3 Connect a Source Connect a source to the projector s built in RGB input slot 1 Ensure the source is on and properly connected Step 4 Turn the Projector On Press POWER on the keypad to turn the projector on Hold down the power key for about one second Note Ifthe keypad has been configured for IR remote operation point it towards the screen or the front of the electronic chassis Step 5 Select the Input Press SOURCE 0 1 to select the source connected to the built in RGB input Or if installed with the optional image shift press SOURCE 0 2 to select the source connected to the Image Shifter input Step 6 Adjust the Display Press HELP 1 to select the Guided Source Setup tutorial 2 2 Keypad Operating Settings The keypad includes its own memory to store keypad operating settings With a few simple keystrokes you can over ride the hard wire protocol setting e
115. ource image and in most cases remain on the screen for about five seconds To remove a message box prior to the five second display period press EXIT 3 1 11 Help Pages Help pages provide assistance when you need it There are various forms of help available all accessible by pressing HELP For information about using help refer to the Using Help entry in this section To advance one page when using help press HELP To go back one help page press RECALL To exit from a help page press EXIT 3 1 12 Test Patterns The projector has an internal generator which can display several different types of test patterns to assist you during projector setup Press to display the first test pattern the external source Each subsequent press of changes the test pattern as shown below If a test pattern is the only graphic displayed i e no overlaid text pressing EXIT returns the display to the external image Presentation Presentation Level Level t t Standard 4 Dots 4 Grey gt gt White gt Fine Crosshatch Scale Screen Crosshatch Note Test patterns are normally generated at the scan frequencies of the current input signal Figure 3 2 Test Patterns and Selection 3 4 Operation Section 3 3 1 13 Using Help The projector includes an extensive online help system The help system provides operation guidance and assistance There are two types of online help Context Sensi
116. p and bottom keystone control Vertical and horizontal skew control Vertical and horizontal bow control Special Extended Geometry Distortion Option available Power Requirements e 90 VAC to 264 VAC universal input e Power 500 watts maximum approx e Line frequency 50 to 60 Hz nominal e Power factor corrected Control Features Multi language software user selectable Built in set up tutorials 5 built in test patterns Programmable Events and Real Time Clock Menu driven interface with on screen help Auto power up after interruption Internal frequency generator Scope of Supply Optics head 1 Green CRT and lens 6 electronic cable with connectors standard Electronics base unit 2 fully functional programmable remote IR keypads Users manual 10 AC line cord Tool Kit Display e Electronic geometry circuits separately correct top bottom and sides of displayed image Color temperature adjustment for precise set up S amp C vertical and horizontal linearity Top bottom and side blanking Keystone circuitry to correct pictures angles up to 15 vertically from screen axis e Scheimpflug adjustment for top bottom and side to side focus e Marquee Ultra has 9 zone electronic astigmatism correction and 8 zone contrast modulation control e Automatically switches to separate Sync composite sync or sync on green Separate Sync and composite sync is automatically accepted in either polarity Sync on green limited to 1
117. pendix B Table B 4 shows complete examples of common binary commands for projector control All are for projector O Table B 4 RS 232 Commands in v 4 0 01 07 00 00 03 FF 08 00 00 OE 01 07 00 00 03 FF 08 1B 81 00 OE 01 06 00 00 03 FF 88 00 OE Reply with Power Status 01 07 03 FF 00 00 88 1B 81 00 OE On Set Power Off Set Power On Request Power Status Set Standby Off 01 07 00 00 03 FF 3D 00 00 OE Set Standby On 01 07 00 00 03 FF 3D 1B 81 00 OE Request Standby Status 01 06 00 00 03 FF BD 00 OE Reply with Standby Status 01 07 03 FF 00 00 BD 1B 81 00 OE On Set Pic Mute Off 01 07 00 00 03 FF 1B 8E 00 00 OE Set Pic Mute On 01 07 00 00 03 FF 1B 8E 1B 81 00 OE 01 06 00 00 03 FF 8E 00 OE Reply with Pic Mute Status 01 07 03 FF 00 00 8E 1B 81 00 OE On Set Audio Mute Off 01 07 00 00 03 FF 0D 00 00 OE Set Audio Mute On 01 07 00 00 03 FF 0D 1B 81 00 OE Request Audio Mute Status 01 06 00 00 03 FF 8D 00 OE Reply with Audio Mute Status 01 07 03 FF 00 00 8D 1B 81 00 OE On Set Contrast to 0 01 07 00 00 03 FF 56 00 00 OE Set Contrast to 64 01 07 00 00 03 FF 56 40 00 OE 01 06 00 00 03 FF D6 00 OE Reply with Contrast Value 01 07 03 FF 00 00 D6 40 00 OE 64 50 Set Volume to 0 01 07 00 00 03 FF 34 00 00 OE Set Volume to 64 01 07 00 00 03 FF 34 40 00 OE 01 06 00 00 03 FF B4 00 OE Reply Volume Value 01 07 03 FF 00 00 B4 40 00 OE Request Pic Mute Status Request Contrast Value Request Volume Value 01 07 00 00 03 FF 55
118. play settings to suit the new mode 2 7 7 3 ASR Example 2 Six different sources are connected to a third party non Reseller signal switcher Unlike the Marquee signal switcher this third party switcher is not controlled by the keypad Under normal circumstances the projector is not aware of source switches made by the switcher However if ASR is turned on for the input and a Recall memory has been set up for each source device the projector will detect the external source switch and automatically select the appropriate Recall memory Even if Recall memories have not been set up but ASR is on ASR will try to adjust the display settings based on the settings of other Input or Recall memories To prepare setup memories for this system follow these steps Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Connect the output of the signal switcher to a projector input or a Marquee signal switcher input Select the input using the Source command For this example press SOURCE 0 1 to select projector slot 1 Press twice to display the Current Input Parameters status page Check to see if ASR is off for the current input If it is on press EXIT then press UTIL 1 4 to turn ASR off for the input At the switcher switch in one of the source devices Select an unused Recall memory as the current setup memory For example to make Recall memory 01 the current setup memory press RECALL 0 1 Make display
119. prior notice Display Systems 1 1 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 1 2 Electronic Chassis Main Assemblies and Dimensions Rear View VDCDS PIN DESCRIPTION QTY i R 1 03 280336 07P Control DPB Stig Waveform 1 CT t Se 2 81722 01 Marquee Contrast Modulation 1 E y 3 03 270354 04P Module Focus amp Geometry 1 i i 4 03 271330 02P Stigmator Module 1 f d f 5 03 270350 01P Convergence Amp Vertical Deflection Module 1 OQ 6 03 270335 05P Video Input Module 1 Side View Een S 7 03 000250 02P IR Sensor 1 9 cm 0o A e 8 03 000310 02P HVPS 1 9 03 000229 05P LVPS 1 b o Ref 81721 01 Conv Stig Vert Adaptor PCB 1 wm Ref 81730 01 HUD Mother Board Elec Chassis 1 M N Top View Ref 81741 01 Vertical Load 2 CH e PES SI 2 5 gt eg E a Qe a A S 3 Ho ok Eu d 3 e 000000 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 000000 o 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 a p gt o 000900 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 RG L 212 in 54 cm Lat cm 23 0 in 58 cm 1 2 Specifications Dimensions 1 3 CRT Head Main Assemblies and Dimensions VDCDS P N DESCRIPTION 2 d
120. put press 4 from the Source Setup menu Item 4 in the menu indicates the current setting When ASR is on the projector monitors the current input for horizontal and vertical scan frequency changes When a frequency change occurs the current Input memory and all Recall memories are scanned in search of a memory with matching scan frequencies If one exists this memory becomes the current setup memory If a matching memory is not found an ASI is performed ASI automatically adjusts display settings based on the settings of other setup memories stored in the projector The new settings created by ASI are either a copy of the settings from another setup memory which has matching scan frequencies or an interpolation between the two closest setup memories ASR is also performed when a You switch to an input which has ASR set to On b You select a Recall memory and ASR is set to On for the current input C Achannelis selected which specifies an input which has ASR set to On d The source frequencies are different than the frequencies in the setup being selected When ASR selects a setup memory a source message is briefly displayed to indicate which memory was selected If the new memory settings Input and Recall match that of one of the channels in the Channel List the matching channel is used and displayed in the source message Display adjustments if made are stored in the new memory unless it is locked SS Display Systems 3
121. r area of a screen where the image appears brighter than elsewhere on the screen The hot spot always appears located along the line of sight and moves with the line of sight High gain screens and rear screens designed for slide or movie projection usually have a hot spot Input A physical connection route for a source signal defined by two numbers a switcher number and a slot number If the switcher number is O the input is a projector input Image Shifter Module An optional interface module which can lengthen CRT life while maintaining a bright picture by slowly shifting the image about the CRT faceplate Image shifting occurs both horizontally and vertically Shift range is totally controllable by the user NOTE Standard on the 9500LC Input Memory A setup memory which is associated with a particular projector or switcher input Glossary Appendix C Interface A device that accepts an input signal for display by the projector Interlace A method used by video tape players and some computers to double the vertical resolution without increasing the horizontal line rate If the resulting frame rate is too low the image may flicker depending on the image content Keypad A device which allows the user to control projector settings and operation There are four different keypad types which may be used with the projector built in IR remote wired remote and presenter s For more information about thes
122. rator The Select Internal Frequency internal signal generator is provided to assist users and technicians during projector setup By using the internal generator a setup memory can be adjusted for a particular set of horizontal and vertical scan frequencies without requiring an external source Six preset horizontal and vertical frequencies are provided If one of the preset frequency sets closely match a source you will be using you can set up an Input or Recall memory for the source before it is available for connection to the projector When the source becomes available few adjustments will be required Another reason to use the internal generator is to improve the accuracy of the ASI feature By setting up various memories at different scan frequencies ASI has more information to choose from when making interpolations between setups To select an internal frequency press 6 Select Internal Frequency from the Source Setup menu The resulting menu allows you to choose the scan frequencies of the internal generator Select one of the displayed items 3 20 Operation Section 3 To make a selection enter an item number or use A and V to move the cursor bar to the item you want then press ENTER When a selection is made a crosshatch test pattern is displayed All subsequent adjustments are saved in the current setup memory To select one of the projector s other test patterns press Each press of produces a different te
123. rflow 5 To separate transport layer codes from message data Special control codes reserved only for the transport layer are shown in Table B 1 Table B 1 Transport Layer Special Control Codes Bina FEM pex Value Mnemonic Description start of header shift out XOFF next byte has been shifted Display Systems B 3 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual B 5 1 01 AND 0E MESSAGE START AND END Use the 01 control code to preface each and every transmission This byte indicates to a network receiver that the next byte is the first byte of a new message Any message which for some reason is partially received prior to the 01 will be discarded The 0E control code signifies the end of each and every transmitted message It signals to the receiving network software that the message has been completely transmitted B 5 2 13 AND 11 STOP AND RESUME Normally messages can be sent to the projector before processing of earlier messages has been completed the projector will just store messages in a buffer until ready to process However if a series of messages is sent it is possible that the projector will not be able to process them as fast as they are being transmitted and the buffer will become full If this happens the projector will immediately send the 13 XOFF code to halt further transmission This instructs the controller and any devices preparing to transmit to cease transmission within three
124. s lt 4 or gt to adjust horizontal bow so that the vertical line at the middle of the picture is straight sch gt Before After ore Press A or V to adjust top pincushion until the EE ing at the top of the picture is straight and not curved Press 4 or gt to adjust top keystone so that the top edge is level Before After Before After Press A or Y to adjust bottom pincushion until the horizontal line at the bottom of the picture is straight and not curved Press lt 4 or gt to adjust bottom keystone so that the bottom edge is level TER Before After Before After Step 10 Adjust C linearity as follows Step 11 gt Press A or V until the height of each Press 4 or gt until the width of each Press A or V until the horizontal line through the center of the crosshatch is equally distant from the lines at the very top and bottom Press 4 or gt until the center of the crosshatch is equally distant from the vertical lines at the left and right edges Adjust S linearity as follows crosshatch square is equal from the top to the bottom CT crosshatch square is equal from the left Before After 8 Y Y to the right Before ra Before After Before After ED Display Systems 2 7 Marquee 8521 Ultra Gr
125. s e Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Picture Parameters Phase Focus Size Sync White Balance Blanking Recall memories can be created to store the display settings for Primary Display Parameters each On the other hand if there are many sources on different Color Contrast inputs with exactly the same signal characteristics it may be Tint Brightness possible for them to share the same Recall memory Detail Recall memories are identified by a two digit number Any number Geometry Parameters from 01 to 99 can be assigned although only 80 memory spaces s Size Bottom exist Keystone Bow To select or create a Recall memory Side Pin Linearity Top Skew Press RECALL m n where m the 1st digit of the Recall memory number Convergence Farameters Convergence settings at all 45 zones n the 2nd digit of the Recall memory number Control Settings For example to select Recall memory 01 press RECALL 0 ASR On Off input memories 1 Recall memory 01 will then be the current setup memory and Video Format decoder only its settings will be used for the currently selected source If this is Signal Route the first time that the Recall memory number is used a new Recall Volume audio memory is created Any display adjustments you make will be Clamping and Retrace stored in the Recall memory 3 3 4 Memory Allocation Each time a setup memory is selected the projector
126. s displayed Next lt RECALL gt to go back one level press 1 to select Guided Source Setup The first page of the guide will SEET to ret rn to picture be displayed on the projection screen When using the guide press HELP to display the next page press RECALL to display the previous page When complete press EXIT Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 2 6 Press BRITE then A or V to increase or decrease the brightness setting until black areas in the image just disappear Press CONT then A or V to adjust the contrast of the image to a suitable level Press A or V to adjust electrical focus for best overall sharpness Press A or V to adjust skew until the vertical line through the center of the image is not tilted perpendicular to the horizontal line Press lt 4 or gt until the center horizontal line is perpendicular to the vertical CD dum Before After Before After Installation amp Setup Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Section 2 Press lt or gt to adjust keystone until the width at the top of the picture is equal to the width at the bottom gt Press lt 4 or gt to adjust side pincushion until the left and Before After right sides of the picture are straight and not curved J Before After Press A or V to adjust vertical bow until the horizontal line at the middle of the picture is straight Pres
127. s pressed during name editing all characters in the field to the right of the cursor will be cleared The Input Field The Input field contains the switcher and slot number of the input to be switched to when the channel is selected If the input is a direct projector input the input number is a 0 followed by the projector slot number If the input is from a switcher the input number is a number from 1 to 9 switcher number followed by the switcher slot number The Recall Memory Field The Recall Memory field contains the number of the Recall memory to be used when the channel is selected If the field does not contain a number a blank or dash is shown no Recall memory will be used SS Display Systems 3 21 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual The Up Down Field U D The Up Down field specifies the channels which are accessible when using up down channel selection explained in Section 0 If the field does not contain a check mark the channel is ignored To enter a check mark press a number key 0 9 To clear a check mark press Note Channels should contain valid inputs For example do not specify switcher 1 if switcher 1 does not exist in the system A 3 6 1 4 Recall Memories Listing UTIL 3 Deco Memotes Horiz Vert Horiz The Recall Memories utility provides a list of the Recall memories a E i pes stored in the projector Recall memories are explained in Section 110 00 7190 43 20 3 3 3 The list includes
128. shatch pattern is present 01 08 03 FF 00 OOF 07 1B 93000 OE EXITING FROM A TEST PATTERN Exit a test pattern by pressing the Exit key or by selecting test pattern 0 Display Systems B 15 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual B 7 8 Color Modulation CNM Command Use this message to set or get the current contrast modulation values There are 3 colors in each of 8 on screen zones Table B 6 Color Modulation CNM Command Message Adjust Zonal Contrast Parameter Name Description P1 P1 is made of three characters The first specifies zone or command and the second red green or blue 2 bytes byte 1 0 Left Example 1 Right 0 2 specifies an adjustment of blue left zone 2 Top 3 Bottom 4 Top Left 5 Top Right 6 Bottom Left 7 Bottom Right 8 Save to Eeprom 9 Restore from EEprom byte 2 0 red 1 green 2 blue P2 value 0 255 8 bits 1 byte Message Read Zonal Contrast P1 Which adjustment Specifies which color and zone of zonal contrast adjustment to return Reply to Read Zonal Contrast Message P1 Which adjustment Specifies which color and zone of zonal contrast adjustment to return 2 bytes P2 value The value of the specified adjustment 1 byte Example Contrast modulation message 01 09 00 00 03 ff 2e 1b 81 00 41 00 Oe set right red zone to 65 Saving and Discarding Contrast Modulation Values Writing to hardware will change values amp save values
129. shown below The controller can then broadcast to all projectors or each individual projector as desired Electronic Chassis Electronic Chassis Electronic Chassis N e 2 RS 232 RS 232 D 8 bits no parity Controller 4 stop bit 9600 baud default Figure B 1 Typical RS 232 Control Application Display Systems B 1 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual B 3 RS 232 Communication Cables B 3 1 RS 232 9 Pin Male to 9 Pin Female Step 1 For connection between the projector and a seitcher Step 2 For connection between projectors Step 3 For connection to a computer with a 9 pin AT type RS 232 port 9 Pin D Connector Shielded Multi conductor Cable 9 Pin D Connector Male for projector end Figure B 2 Cable Wiring RS 232 9 Pin Male to 9 Pin Female B 3 2 RS 232 9 Pin Male to 25 Pin Female Step 1 Use this cable if the computer s RS 232 serial port uses a 25 pin male D type connector Shielded Multi conductor Cable 9 Pin D Connector 25 Pin D Connector Male for projector end Female Shield Figure B 1 Cable Wiring RS 232 9 Pin Male to 25 Pin Female B 2 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix B B 4 Data Transmission Structure A basic understanding of RS 232 data transmission structure enables you to begin programming automated controls for the Marquee projector Once you have become familiar with this structure refer to the two
130. st pattern To return to the current external source press EXIT while only the test pattern is displayed 3 6 1 3 4 Channel List UTIL 2 A Channel List The Channel List utility allows you to display and program the projector s NAME INPUT RECALL U D Channel List The Channel List is a user programmable list of sources and Ee ee MEE projector setups Sources added to the list can be quickly switched to and VCR 12 VGA 23 VGA MODE 2 23 displayed by entering their assigned two digit channel number Channels may also be selected using the keypad s up and down arrow keys Channel selection is described in Section 3 2 To display and or program the Channel List press 2 from the Utilities menu The initial display shows the first ten channels in the list Up to 99 channels can be displayed For each channel a name input number 2 digit no or A ia select channel switcher and slot number Recall memory number and up down list may gt to edit selected channel be programmed Program a channel as follows When the Channel List is first displayed the cursor is positioned in the channel number column While in the channel number column press A or V to highlight the channel you want Alternatively you can highlight the channel you want by entering the channel number on the keypad Entering the channel number also allows you to select display edit channels beyond the first ten Next press gt to move the cursor to the Name
131. stics ACON not installed I I Hours of Use I 1 Hardware ID I 2 Software Versions EN C Sd SR With CRTs On i j l SHOUISOTU Se In Standby 3 Guided Source Setup 1 Set Clock n I 4 Previous Keypresses I Test Patt 2 Guided Mechanical Setup 2 Programmable Events 1 Time 12 34 p m i es atterns 3 Source Selection Guide ees 1 2 Date 09 29 95 i Total 1 4 Keypad Guide Time 12 34 p m 3 Time Format 12h i Delete a Setup Memory 1 j Bx Date 09 29 95 4 Date Format MM DD YY i Previous Keypresses I HELP 6 Using Help l Enter memory to be l 9 SECH z l Geet Key Count Key Count For all menus C2 see Utilities Service i i Press a number or use AY Programmable Events l R04 l then lt ENTER gt to select item l I lt HELP gt for assistance TYPE INTERVAL START ENABLED I Press ENTER to delete I lt RECALL gt t back l I I 5 92 dd Ona RNS Standby Off Mon Fri 07 30a m Y l lt EXIT gt to return to picture 01 07 31a m of 1 l Channel 69 Mon Fri 12 Daily None 08 00a m None 07 40p m None 09 29 95 None MARQUEE 8521 Ultra Green HUD PROJECTOR MENU TREE Software Version 1 0 ENTER to change event type Display Systems A 1 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual A 2 This Page Intentionally Left Blank Menu Tree Appendix B Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control B 1 Brief History of Marquee RS 232 Commu
132. stments may be required when the source is a VCR or video signal To adjust blanking select Blanking from the Picture menu From the Blanking menu select item 1 2 3 or 4 to adjust the amount of blanking at the top bottom left or right of the display 2 Bottom respectively A blanking slidebar is displayed for each adjustment A 0 level on the slidebar 3 Left indicates no blanking For top and bottom adjustments use A and V to adjust the amount of 4 Right blanking For left and right adjustments use Tal and gt to adjust the amount of blanking After completing each adjustment press ENTER to return to the Blanking menu or press EXIT to return to the picture 3 4 2 6 Auto Clamp On Off PIC 7 The Auto Clamp function is used to turn automatic signal clamping on or off For most input signals auto clamp should be on However if one or more of the red green or blue color components is abnormally bright turn auto clamp off An abnormally bright color component can occur if the input signal contains more than one sync type e g both sync on green and composite sync If you are using a composite video source with ASR and are connected to an RGB interface turn the Auto Clamp off To toggle auto clamp on or off select item 7 from the Picture menu Item 7 indicates the current Auto Clamp setting 3 4 2 7 Retrace Short Long PIC 8 This function is used to set the projector s horizontal retrace time Retra
133. tables later in this document These tables list the specific binary codes required for all available commands and provide examples of commands most commonly used in typical applications Use these tables to quickly begin programming the controller without having to determine each complete data stream yourself Every Marquee serial communication consists of two parts the transport layer and the message In general information in the transport layer determines how information is passed to and from the projector and the message contains the specific information being passed Both parts are shown in Figure B 2 and are further described below Note Throughout this document a number preceded by a is a hexadecimal value EX gt A OX Qo XS c 9 0 d see dy 222 2 Ww NC P Ss dE A SS Py d FSS EE E E ZC FE EFF OS ES e L g SY d FHM OS i fi F Fi j x o 1 2 3 4 5 le 7 x x 01 HEAbER BODY DOE J MESSAGE BYTE TRANSPORT TRANSPORT LAYER BYTE LAYER BYTES binary binary Figure B 2 A Complete RS 232 Data Transmission B 5 Transport Layer Every message must include a transport layer in order to be recognized as a complete RS 232 data transmission As shown in Figure B 2 transport code appears at the beginning and end of every RS 232 communication A transport layer has three main functions 3 To mark the start and finish of each message 4 To prevent data ove
134. the projector s communication settings for communication with external control devices such as remote keypads Item 7 Clock Events allows you to set the projector s real time clock calendar and program up to twelve individual projector control events to be automatically executed at specified times or intervals Item 8 N A Item 9 Service provides service utilities for use by authorized service personnel Password access is required 3 6 1 Source Setup UTIL 1 Source Setup utilities are accessed by pressing 1 from the Utilities menu Source Setup Six source related utilities are available 1 Copy Setup 3 6 1 1 Copy Setup UTIL 1 1 Bee m The Copy Setup utility is used to copy stored display settings from one setup 4 ASR Off memory to another When a copy is made the originating memory remains 5 Clear Current Setup unchanged and the destination memory is overwritten with the settings of the 6 Select Internal Frequency originating memory Current Setup Memory To copy a setup memory press 1 from the Source Setup menu A dialog Input 12 box is displayed Enter the setup memory you want to copy from and the Recall 01 setup memory you want to copy to Input memories are entered by pressing SOURCE followed by a switcher and slot number Recall m memories are entered by pressing RECALL followed by a two digit Recall memory number 01 to 99 Once complete press ENTER to proceed with the copy A C
135. tically Step 2 Press UTIL 1 6 to access the Internal Frequency Selection menu Items one to six contain preset scan frequencies covering the scan range of the projector It is recommended that Recall memories be created for each To make a selection enter an item number or use A and Y to move the cursor bar to the item you want then press ENTER It is recommended that Recall memories for the two extreme frequencies be set up first Items 1 and 4 When other Recall memories are created their initial display settings will be based on the settings already stored in memory Step 3 Atthis point a test pattern is displayed Make display adjustments as required All display settings will be stored in the Recall memory To create another Recall memory repeat the above steps To return to the external source press EXIT while only the test pattern is displayed You may notice that as new Recall memories are created fewer display adjustments are required This is because ASI is using other setup memories to create the initial settings of the new memories 2 10 Installation amp Setup Section 2 2 7 6 ASI with Save Logic Diagram is pressed to perform an ASI with Save Display an ASI with Save confirmation box yes Was Do It no selected from the confirmation box Check the match Input memory of the no match Do nothing currently selected input for matching H
136. tive Help and Guided Help 3 1 13 1 Context Sensitive Help Context Sensitive Help provides help on how to use a specific function To view help pertaining to a dedicated key function press the key then press HELP For example to view a help page which describes how to use the brightness function press BRITE HELP To view help pertaining to a menu selectable function select the function then press HELP To view help describing a menu press HELP while the menu is displayed If multiple pages are available press HELP to advance to the next page Press RECALL to go back to the previous page To end help press EXIT HELP 3 1 13 2 Guided Help maise Guided Help provides several online tutorials which explain how to operate the projector and assist you during installation Guided Source Setup and setup Guided Mechanical Setup Source Selection Guide To access the tutorials press HELP at presentation level The Help menu is displayed When using tutorials press Keypad Guide HELP to display the next tutorial page press RECALL to l Using Help display the previous page press EXIT to end help 1 Guided Source Setup For all menus Press a number or use AV The Guided Source Setup tutorial provides step by step then ENTER to select item instructions for quick setup of the projector with the currently HELP for assistance selected external source Setup may be performed while RECAL
137. tor Address Commande B 14 B 5 Signal Status Commande ker pietre ii KEEN ane e aen de geese B 14 B76 Ping Command iere ete en eL Eh te YER e dis B 15 B 7 7 Test Pattern Diagnostic Commande B 15 B 7 8 Color Modulation CNM Commande B 16 B 7 9 Color Temperature Modify Command CTM emen B 17 AppendixG GIOSSARY EE C 1 Display Systems jii Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual List of Figures Figure 2 1 Remote Control Battery Replacement sssssssssseseeneenenen eene nennen nennen 2 2 Figure 2 2 Remote Control Jumper Settings ssssssssssseeeee eene ener nemen 2 2 Figure 2 3 Power EE 2 3 Figure 2 4 Built in RGB Interface Connections Video Input Module VIM eee 2 3 Figure 2 5 Serial Port Connections nennen nennen inneren ne inneren innere nennen 2 4 Figure 2 6 8521 Lens Assembly ccccceceeecnece cece eee eeanee cee eeeececeeaaaaeceeeeecessaaaeaeceeeeeeeaesaaaaaeceseeseecanaeeeeeeeseeensanes 2 5 Figure 3 1 Full Function Keypad EEN 3 2 Figure 3 2 Test Patterms and Selection iii e si cece Leet Diog EXER EELER Ee 3 4 Figure 3 3 Rear Panel EEDS iiid dde e ee dde d ed de e Dee d deu d a ed 3 6 Figure gA System Stat s Padges s nion PHAR PER READ REID IDEE 3 7 Fig re 3 5 ProJector Slots EES 3 8 Figure 3 6 Independent IR Keypad Control 3 24 Figure 4 1 Rear Panel EEDS ient EL heed ei eiii Le ee ced ted a died cete a eee dde e
138. tup memory unless ASR is on and is triggered If a Recall memory is selected it becomes the current setup memory Display adjustments are automatically saved in the setup memory which is current at the time of adjustment unless the setup memory is locked explained later 3 10 Operation Section 3 mos InpurMemotics Setup Memory Parameters As mentioned above Input memories store display settings for each physical input Le switcher 0 slot 1 When an input is selected Keier oHG Dan Input or Recall the Input memory for that input becomes the current setup memory s Switcher No amp Slot No or and its display settings are used unless ASR is on and is Recall Switch triggered If the input is being selected for the first time a new Input memory is created Memory Status z Locked or Unlocked 3 3 3 Recall Memories e ASR last used Recall memories provide an alternative to using the display settings stored in the Input memory of the selected source For example you may want to temporarily disconnect a computer connected to the projector s RGB input and in its place connect another computer with different signal characteristics Since the connection is only temporary you don t want to change the display settings stored in the Input memory Instead you can select a Recall memory which has the settings you want for the new input If there are many devices which will be sharing the same input many Signal Frequencie
139. uest signal status state to the projector Note that this message must include both the signal status code 91 as well as the P1 state code 01 as shown in the example from Table B 4 Note also the escaped 01 byte 01 07 00 00 03 FFQ1 00 81000 OE STATE REPLIES A reply to the request signal status state message includes another parameter P2 whose value describes the state of the current signal as a good locked signal 00 a changing signal 01 or an error characterized by an unstable or missing signal 02 See Table B 4 for an example of each Note Errors are not detected or reported for NTSC and PAL frequencies or certain computer generated sources having these frequencies See Table B 4 P1 SYNC ON 02 If you want to determine the sync of the current signal you can send a request signal status sync to the projector Note that this message must include both the signal status code 91 as well as the P1 sync code 02 as shown in the example from Table B 4 01 07 00 00 03 FF 1 0200 0E B 14 Marquee Projectors RS 232 Control Appendix B SYNC REPLIES A reply to the request signal Table B 5 Sync Replies status sync message includes a second parameter P2 to describe ge Nena no sync present the sync Possible values are defined in Table B 5 1 Syncon green 2 Composite sync 3 Separate H sync on H Sync from decoder 7 Sync on internal B 7 6 Ping Command Use ping to requ
140. ules 1 All key presses are in sequence no functions require simultaneous key presses 2 POWER and STBY are the only keys which require an extended hold down for function activation about one second For all other keys a momentary press will activate the key s function 3 A V lt and gt are the only keys which repeat when held down For all other keys the key must first be released then pressed again for repeated activation 4 Pressing EXIT always exits the current function operation menu or dialog box Note To toggle the keypad s backlit display enable or disable press BRITE TINT DETAIL 3 See Section 2 2 for details Note f keys are pressed at a time when the projector is busy such as during power up the key presses may not take effect When the projector is turned on it begins operation at Presentation Level Presentation level is the normal level of operation at which a source image is or may be displayed The projector temporarily leaves presentation level when menus are displayed control settings are changed or online help is accessed The screen display changes to reflect the operation or function being performed One or more of the following may be displayed Slidebar to make adjustments to display settings Menu to select projector functions or change projector settings Dialog Box to select an action such as confirm or cancel an operation Message Box to display messages
141. xplained earlier and enable or disable the backlit feature Keypad battery life is increased if the backlit feature is disabled The new operating settings are stored in the keypad until the batteries are replaced IR remote keypad or the keypad connection cable is unplugged wired If the keypad is configured for IR remote operation make sure the batteries are installed If it is configured for wired remote operation make sure its extension cable is properly connected to the projector Perform the following keystroke sequences to change its operating settings D To toggle the keypad s protocol setting A or B press BRITE TINT DETAIL 1 D To toggle the backlit feature enable or disable press BRITE TINT DETAIL 3 D To return all configuration settings to the jumper settings press BRITE TINT DETAIL 0 Note The projector will not respond to keypad commands if you press BRITE TINT DETAIL 2 If pressed accidentally press BRITE TINT DETAIL 0 to clear all keystroke settings 2 1 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual 2 2 1 Locate the battery compartment at the back side of the keypad Squeeze the latch to open the door Replace the batteries For an IR remote keypad place four AA size 1 5V alkaline batteries in the compartment ensuring that the orientation of each battery is correct Position the compartment door into place IR Remote Battery Replacem
142. ystems 3 25 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green HUD User s Manual None Standby On Standby Off Power Off channel selection source selection ACON Full ACON Touchup ACON Center Only Channels Up Channels Down Warm up The Interval Field Table 3 1 Type Field Events DESCRIPTION No programmed event Turn Standby mode on Turn Standby mode off Turn Power off Select a channel from the Channel List Select an input Perform an ACON full auto convergence Perform an ACON touchup auto convergence Perform an ACON center only auto convergence Switch to the next available channel from the Channel List Switch to the prior available channel from the Channel List Perform a warm up sequence 1 Turn Standby mode off if on 2 Set Contrast to 20 Brightness to 50 HSize to 80 VSize to 80 and master static focus to 100 Display white field for 15 min 4 Restore original display settings Only valid entries are accepted Use the number keys to enter the channel Use the number keys to enter the switcher amp slot ACON option is required ACON option is required ACON option is required Cycles back to the first channel after last channel is selected Cycles to the last channel after the first channel is selected Exit from warm up occurs after 15 minutes or when the EXIT key is pressed Other keys which stop warm up are PROJ UTIL CONV and RECALL When warm up stops all or

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