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Vidikron Vision 10 User's Manual

1. 6 40in 162 6mm 7 15in 181 8mm Bottom View 103 9mm 4 09in 0 89in 22 8mm 6 48in 164 6mm gt 6 48in 164 6mm Figure 7 1 Vision 10 12 Dimensions Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual o 3 42in 87mm Specifications 7 3 Computer Signal Compatibility The Vision 10 12 can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its RGB HD and HDMI inputs Itis compatible with the three most common sync modes sync on green composite sync and RGB with separate sync as well as XGA display adapters that use advanced intelligent compression Table 7 2 lists the signal types that are compatible with the Vision 10 12 and indicates which of those are VESA standards Table 7 2 Computer Signal Compatibility Chart PEMOS Resolution o Dote Mee dee Display WS kHz Hz Standard Support PC VGA 640 x 350 27 0 60 Upscale 31 5 70 37 9 85 y 720x350 27 0 60 31 5 70 640 x 400 27 0 60 y 31 5 70 y 37 9 85 y y 720 x 400 27 0 60 y 31 5 70 y 37 9 85 y y 640 x 4
2. Picture Size 16 9 Screen Recommended Width 72 to 96 in Maximum Width 150 in Throw Distance Vision Model 10 Factor x Screen Width Minimum Screen Width x 1 40 Maximum Screen Width x 1 60 Vision Model 12 Minimum Screen Width x 1 42 Maximum Screen Width x 1 65 Horizontal Offset 8 of screen width left or right Vertical Offset Vision Model 10 Ceiling mounted 60 of screen height below 40 of screen height above Floor mounted 40 of screen height below 60 of screen height above Vertical Offset Vision Model 12 Ceiling mounted 63 of screen height below 46 of screen height above Floor mounted 46 of screen height below 63 of screen height above Lamp 250 Watts Estimated Lamp Life 2000 hours Source Inputs 1 Composite 1 S Video 2 RCA Component YPbPr 1 VGA 1 HDMI 1 2 with HDCP Control Options Discrete infrared remote Serial commands via RS 232 RS 232 Communication 9600 bps no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit no flow control Parameters Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 57 Specifications Table 7 1 Vision 10 12 Specifications continued 12V Output Power Requirements Operating Environment Dimensions Weight including lens Brightness and Contrast Regulatory Approvals Limited Warranty 0 25 Amps active when the projector is turned on 100 to 240 VAC auto sensing 50 60 Hz 370 Watts 41 F to 95
3. 40 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Operation Color Temperature To adjust the color temperature select Color Temp from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER Color temperature defines the color of gray The range is from 5 000K to 10 000K in increments of 500K The default setting 6 500K is appropriate for most situations Higher settings produce a bluer picture lower ones impart a reddish hue to the image y E Reset Color T For more precise control over the color temperature you can adjust the x and y coordinates still for gray These define its location on the standard CIE chromaticity graph shown in Figure 4 9 CIE stands for Commission Internationale de l clairage International Commission on Illumination the organization responsible for color measurement and management standards Changing either or both of these numbers changes the hue of gray within a narrow range above or below the selected color temperature refer to Table 4 2 Table 4 2 Effect of X and Y Coordinates for Color Temperature X adjustment Y adjustment Result gt ES red hues i Es blue hues Es b green hues gt ES yellow hues To restore the default color temperature select Reset Color Temp and press ENTER Press ENTER again to confirm Figure 4 9 CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 41 Operation White
4. Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 23 Installation RGB HD Connections The Vision 10 12 has an RGB input for connecting a personal computer or DTV decoder with an RGB output See Figure 3 8 0000000000 0000090009 e 0000000000000000 D Q 0000000000000000 0800000000006 Personal Computer Figure 3 8 Analog RGB Connections 1 Refer to Computer Signal Compatibility on page 60 for a list of A Note computer signals compatible with the Vision 10 12 Use with signals other than those listed may cause some functions not to work 2 Some Macintosh computers may require a Macintosh video adapter Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer 3 This Vision 10 12 may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous CRT LCD mode Should this occur switch the notebook computer to CRT only mode If you are unsure how to do this refer to your notebook computer s user manual 24 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Component Video Connections If you have a DVD player or DTV decoder with a component YPbPr output connect it to the COMP 1 or COMP 2 input as shown in Figure 3 9 COMP 1 COMP 2 PR CR PB CB Y PR CR PB CB Y Y9 dd HCH A Y9 ddd g8 8d A L dNO9 Component Video Source DVD Player b or HD Set Top Box Figure 3 9 Component Video Connections Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s
5. Y to select V Position Then use the right arrow button gt to shift the image up use the left arrow button d to shift the image down To restore the default image position select Reset and press ENTER Then press ENTER to confirm or EXIT to cancel Over Scan Adjust Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the video signal out beyond the edge of the display area Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area Over scan effectively trims away these inactive outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to fill the display area Select from 0 to 10 of Overscan as desired For HDTV DVDs and other video sources Overscan is generally not necessary or desirable SDTV Adjust To maximize the quality of 480i composite S Video or component video signals select SDTV Adjust from the Image Option menu and press ENTER e Chroma Enhance Use Chroma Enhance to add chroma color information to the input signal making colors appear more vibrant and saturated e Video On Film Set Video On Film to ON to repair distortions or abnormalities in a video image e Film Mode Use the Film Mode control to smooth out moving images from interlaced sources In most cases the Vision 10 12 detects the proper pull down rate and vertical frequency However if your source is jittery and or tearing
6. prevent it from being moved during a presentation Ceiling Mounting The projector can also be inverted and suspended from the ceiling using a specially designed ceiling mount fixture This type of mounting is recommended for fixed installations and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited space for projector and audience Use only the Vidikron approved ceiling mount kit designed for your A Note projector In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited a mirror may be used amp Folded Optics to fold the optical path as shown in Figure 3 6 The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set If you are considering this type of installation contact your dealer for assistance Screen Mirror Figure 3 6 Folded Optics Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 21 Installation 3 4 Connections to the Vision 10 12 Connector Panel Access X Connecting the Vision 10 12 to Source Components Proceed as follows to connect the Vision 10 12 to your video sources external controller s if present and AC power When connecting your equipment Turn off all equipment before making any connections Use the correct signal cables for each source Ensure that the cables are securely connected Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors that have them Route all cables through the opening on
7. 10 Vision 12 DLP Projector AC Power Cord North America AC Power Cord Europe Remote Control Unit and two 2 AAA size batteries HD 15 pin VGA to HD 15 pin VGA cable DVI D to DVI D cable DVI to HDMI adapter Composite video cable RCA 12 Volt Trigger adapter 3 5 mm mini phono plug Warranty information and registration card Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual this document Optional Accessories Ceiling mount kit 4 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 2 1 Figure 2 1 and Figure 2 2 show the locations of key Vision 10 12 projector components Vision 10 12 at a Glance Front Top Side View Figure 2 1 Vision 10 12 Top Front Side View Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 5 Controls and Functions 1 TOP IR SENSOR 2 VERTICAL LENS SHIFT DIAL Shifts the image up or down 3 INTAKE VENT 4 ADJUSTABLE FEET Use to adjust the height or projection angle 5 VIDIKRON LOGO The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation inverted ceiling mounted or upright To rotate the logo grip it at the sides pull it away from the projector and rotate it 180 degrees 6 FRONT IR SENSOR 7 FOCUS ZOOM RING 8 EXHAUST VENT 9 HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT DIAL 10 TEMPERATURE INDICATOR Flashes blue when the projector is overheated 11 POWER INDICATOR Lights solid blue when the projector is in standby mode flashes
8. Benefits The Vision 10 12 is equipped with a precision optics package with manual zoom lens plus generous horizontal vertical mechanical lens shift capabilities and electronic keystone correction for flexible placement within virtually any home theater environment Among the finest attributes of the Vision 10 12 is its ability to meet the rigid Imaging Science Foundation ISF industry standards for video fidelity and accurate gray scale tracking vital to achieving true to life color reproduction and superior black and white performance The Vision 10 12 accepts high definition HDCP compliant signals from today s latest digital sources and provides a generous array of component composite S video and VGA inputs as well as Discrete IR and RS 232 control allowing integration with other audio video components and automated control systems The Vision 10 12 offers these key features and benefits lt Key Features and Benefits e Native Resolution 1024 x 576 Model 10 or 1280 x 720 Model 12 e 16 9 Native Aspect Ratio e High performance Digital Light Processing DLP engine e HDMI Input with High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP e HDTV Compatible Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 3 Introduction Parts List gt Your Vision 10 12 is shipped with the following items If any items are missing or damaged please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at 888 4VIDIKRON Vision
9. F 5 C to 35 C 0 to 90 humidity non condensing See Figure 7 1 27 5 lbs 12 47 kg Cinema Standards Measurement System CSMS Specifications Brightness 15 9 foot Lamberts fL Vision Model 10 16 1 foot Lamberts fL Vision Model 12 Contrast Ratio 219 1 Vision Model 10 224 1 Vision Model 12 These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled home theater environment All measurements are made to ANSI NAPM IT7 228 1997 specifications using the Photo Research PR 650 SpectraColorimeter and Minolta LS 100 Luminance Meter Video Essentials test DVD and a 1 3 gain 72 inch wide screen The projector is calibrated to a color temperature of 6 500K and has a minimum of 150 hours of usage The foot Lambert fL is the unit of measurement used in commercial movie theaters to express image brightness at the screen surface The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers SMPTE specifies 16 fL as the target image brightness for film based projectors using an open gate without film in the projector More importantly today SMPTE specifies 12 fL as the target image brightness in Digital Cinema theaters The foot Lambert measurement is dependent on screen size screen gain and projector light output Home Theater Calibration Specifications Light Output 410 ANSI Lumens Vision Model 10 417 ANSI Lumens Vision Model 12 Contrast Ratio 219 1 Vision Model 10 224 1 Vision Model 12 These specif
10. Manual 55 6 1 RS 232 Connection and Port Configuration 6 2 Serial Command Syntax Serial Communications Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Command Description Reply RRDO2 Selects the LETTERBOX aspect ratio RRDOK RRDO3 Selects the INTELLIWIDE aspect ratio RRDOK RRDO4 Selects the CINEMA 2 35 1 aspect ratio RRDOK RRDO5 Selects the CINEMA FILL aspect ratio RRDOK RREOO Turns the projector OFF RREOK PON Turns the projector ON Random Note 2 Notes 1 All image quality settings must be made with the remote control After the image adjustments are complete you can use these commands to store the settings in the selected memory 2 The power on command PON will not provide an OK reply it will instead reply with a random character For your automation system simply ensure that you receive a character after the PON command If you do not get any reply after PON send PON again 56 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Specifications Table 7 1 lists the Vision 10 12 specifications 7 1 Table 7 1 Vision 10 12 Specifications SERGE Projector Type Digital Light Processing DLP single chip DMD Native Resolution Vision Model 10 1024 x 576 16 9 Vision Model 12 1280 x 720 16 9 Aspect Ratios 4 3 Letterbox 16 9 Anamorphic IntelliWide Cinema Cinema Fill Video Standards NTSC PAL SECAM Scan Frequency Horizontal 15 to 80 kHz Vertical 43 to 100 Hz
11. Operating Manual 25 Installation Installation Composite S Video Connections The Vision 10 12 has S Video and composite video inputs for connecting a DVD player VCR satellite receiver camcorder laser disc player et cetera see Figure 3 10 VIDEO S VIDEO 0000000000 0000006900 Composite S Video DVD Player VCR Satellite Receiver Figure 3 10 Composite and S Video Connections 26 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Use a standard 9 pin RS 232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control automation system if present to the RS 232 port on the Vision 10 12 see Figure 3 11 For more information about using this connection refer to Serial Communications on page 55 0000000000 0000060000 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground All others not used To PC or Automation Control System Figure 3 11 RS 232 Control System Connection Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 27 RS 232 Controller Connection Installation Installation Connecting to the 12 Volt If your home theater contains a retractable screen or other 12 Volt trigger activated Trigger Output equipment connect it to the 12 volt trigger output on the Vision 10 12 as shown in Figure 3 12 0000000000 000000000 12V TRIGGER d3959luL ACL i Retractable Screen or other 12 volt 3 5 mm trigger activated equipment mini plug Black Ground
12. Screen Width x 1 60 Screen width w yg Vision Model 12 Minimum TD Screen Width x 1 42 Maximum TD Screen Width x 1 65 VID Wu mu unn Y Wu ui VW Figure 3 2 Estimating Throw Distance Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 17 Installation Vertical and Horizontal y Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular Position Vertical and Horizontal Lens y Shift perfectly centered image that completely fills the screen Ideally the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way that the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other as shown in Figure 3 3 Ceiling Installation 8 Ceiling Height Fees Lens Center X Screen Lens Center Floor Installation Height Screen Lens Center Lens Center X Projection Distance Floor Figure 3 3 Projector Placement If it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3 3 you can use the lens shift controls to center the image on the screen Lens shift is generally expressed as a percentage of the screen height or width as shown in Figure 3 4 and Figure 3 5 Screen Center o 50 Height Lens Shift 0 5 x H Base plate N SN CH to lens center CS l u S S 100 Height approx 4 depending Lens Shift N S on th
13. blue during cool down During normal operation this LED is off 6 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions lt Rear Top Side View O EL COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 2 VIDEO S VIDEO PR CR PB CB PR CR PB CB RGB HD HDMI o o9 aN OO Osea E EseJo O3GlA O13GIA S A9 d 89 8d YO dd 89 8d adH 99Y IWGH L dNO9 dINO9 12V TRIGGER gt cia EEN up cam ZEZ SU y AC 110 240 Ovc O0LL OV VISION MODEL 10 DIGITAL PROJECTOR D P DESIGNED IN USA ASSEMBLED IN TAIWAN ATEXAS NSTRUME ff i TECHNOLOGY OH 894 UD UNO UUUUUU U UW t UN v Ekrem VISION MODEL 19 DIGITAL DESIGNED IN USA Asst LS ROJECTOR D IN TAIWAN th TJ DO Figure 2 2 Vision 10 12 Rear Top Side View Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 7 Controls and Functions 1 COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR camcorder laser disc player or other composite video source 2 S VIDEO Standard S Video input for connecting a DVD player satellite receiver or Super VHS S VHS VCR 3 COMPONENT VIDEO RCA connectors Standard definition 480i 576i or high definition 720p 1080i YPrPb component input This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players Ti For best results do not run your DVD playe
14. the rear underside of the A Tip projector This allows you to keep the connector panel access door closed making for a more tidy installation To access the connector panel press and hold the black door release button Then pull gently on it to open the door Connect your video sources to the Vision 10 12 as shown and described in the sections that follow HDMI Connections The Vision 10 12 has an HDMI input for connecting a DVD player DTV decoder personal computer or any other device with a DVI or HDMI output Connect such devices as shown in Figure 3 7 quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path from source component output into the projector Ti Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible This ensures the highest video ei a The Vision 10 12 supports the VESA Display Data Channel DDC standard A Note This standard provides Plug and Play capability the projector and a VESA DDC compatible computer communicate their setting requirements allowing for quick and easy setup In order for Plug and Play to work correctly you must turn on the projector before you turn on the connected computer 22 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Installation HDMI or DVI Source DVD Player or HD Set Top Box Note To connect a DVI source use the HDMI to DVI adapter and DVI cable provided with the projector Figure 3 7 HDMI or DVI Source Connections
15. to page 1 Choose a location for the projector 16 2 Connect signal sources to the projector 22 3 Connect external controller to RS 232 port optional 27 4 Apply power to the projector 29 5 For rear screen and or ceiling mount installations selectthe 30 proper picture orientation Lens adjustments projected image size zoom position 18 31 6 shift and focus Projector calibration adjust the following for each input 34 through 43 starting with Component SD save settings when finished e Aspect ratio 7 e Brightness e Contrast e Color level e Tint e Input position Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 15 Installation 3 3 Installation Considerations Installation Type gt Ambient Light gt Other Considerations gt Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display Whether you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently you should take the following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally Choose the installation type that best suits your needs front or rear screen floor mount or inverted mount Table 3 2 compares these various installation methods Table 3 2 Projector Installation Options Advantages Considerations Front Screen Floor Mount Installation e Easy to set up e Shares floor space with audience e Can be moved or changed quickly e Easy to access Front Screen Inverted Mount ceiling
16. you may wish to force a setting to ensure stable processing for that source Brightness Enhance to amplify the bright areas of the image select Brightness Enhance and use the right or left arrow button or P to set it to ON Brightness Enhance can be useful for high ambient light environments or when you use the lower Lamp Power setting see below Lamp Power Select Lamp Power from the Display Color Menu to adjust the lamp output level You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible 250W this is the default setting or you can choose the lower setting 200W Generally lower lamp output can prolong the life of the lamp but decreases brightness Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 43 Operation Information Select Information from the Main Menu to see information about the current source input resolution horizontal and vertical frequencies lamp hours and the installed Source Component 1 firmware version Resolution 720 x 480 Should you ever need to contact Vidikron Technical Support this information will help them answer your guestions or resolve product performance issues Vert Freg 60 Hz Horz Freq 31 kHz Lamp Timer 720 HR Restore Factory Settings To reset all items in the Image Options menu to their factory F W Version 226 4 150 default values select Restore Factory Settings and press ENTER A warning message appears press ENTER again to confirm the reset or press EX
17. 80 26 2 50 y 31 5 60 y 36 8 70 y 37 9 72 y 37 5 75 y 43 3 85 y 47 9 90 y 53 0 100 y Notes 1 This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous CRT LCD mode Should this occur switch the notebook computer to CRT only mode Ifyou are unsure how to do this refer to your notebook computer s user manual 2 When this projector receives 640 x 350 VESA format VGA signals 640 x 400 appears on the screen 3 Interlaced video signals received through the RGB input may not display correctly If this occurs use the Component 1 Component 2 S video or Composite video input instead 60 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Table 7 2 Computer Signal Compatibility Chart continued PS HES Resolution ier Eo MESA deg Display WS kHz Hz Standard Support PC SVGA 800x600 314 50 y Upscale 35 1 56 y 37 9 60 y 44 5 70 y 48 1 72 y 46 9 75 y PC SVGA 800x600 53 7 85 y Upscale 56 8 90 y 64 0 100 y PC XGA 1024x768 35 5 43 y True 40 3 50 y 48 4 60 y y 56 5 70 y y 60 0 75 y y 68 7 85 y y 73 5 90 y 770 96 80 6 100 MAC 13 VGA 640 x 480 34 9 67 Upscale MAC 16 SVGA 832x624 49 6 75 MAC 19 XGA 1024x768 48 4 60 d True Notes 1 This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous CRT LCD mode Should this occur s
18. Balance G Gain B Gain R Offset G Offset B Offset Image Option gt Image Option Image Position Over Scan Adjust SDTV Adjust Brightness Enhance Lamp Power Information Restore Factory Settings ICC Select Choose ICC Select from the Picture Adjust menu to specify the color space Standard NTSC HDTV or PAL that is appropriate for the source signal to achieve optimal color balance If you select NTSC HDTV or PAL you can make further adjustments to individual color space characteristics in the ICC Adjust sub menu under the ISF Settings menu described later in this section The Standard color space is factory set and not adjustable White Balance To remove any trace of color from the white areas of the projected image choose White Balance from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER e Gain Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the image A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white areas such as an 80 IRE window pattern If the white areas contain traces of red green or blue decrease the Gain for that color e Offset Use the Offset controls in the White Balance sub menu to correct color imbalances in the dark areas of the image A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of dark gray areas such as a 30 IRE window pattern If the gray areas contain traces of red gr
19. BarPatternforAdjustingContrast 38 4 7 Typical Color Bar PatternforAdjustingColorSaturationandlint 38 4 8 IypicallestPatternforAdjustingSharpness 40 2 9 CIE 193T Chiomaticity Diagram Ke sem a e A mma mandi killi 41 4 10 Horizonal and Vertical Keystone Correction 0c cece ccc eee cence eee ee nne 45 4 11 1SF EnabledVision10 12SplashScreen eee 47 TNV BIOM LOIA Re E Ce e CEET 59 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual X List of Figures Notes x Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Introduction This Owner s Manual describes how to install set up and operate the Vidikron Vision 1 1 Model 10 and Model 12 DLP Projectors Throughout this manual the Vidikron Vision About This Manual 10 Vision 12 DLP Projector is referred to simply as the Vision 10 12 Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the Target Audience most out of the Vision 10 12 Vidikron has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed However because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback it may require updating from time to time You can always find the latest version of this and other Vidikron product manuals on line at www vidikron com Vidikron welcomes your comments about this manual Send the
20. French Italian German or Spanish Picture Configuration EM REES OSD Timeout 5 secs 15 secs or 60 secs OSD Transparent on off Source Detect Auto or Manual Installation Auto Power Off on off Blue Enable on off OSD Position ee Left Top Right or V Keystone Keystone H Keystone Reset Fan High Speed Mode on off Figure 4 4 Vision 10 12 OSD Menu Structure Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual ISF Settings Operation Brightness Contrast Color not available on HDMI or RGB HD Tint inputs Sharpness 1 2 9 dob Gamma 1 0 1 5 1 8 2 0 2 2 2 35 2 5 2 8 Color Temp Native 5 000K 5 500K 10 000K Load Saved Settings Custom 1 ISF Day ISF Night White Balance R G B Gain R G B Offset Save Settings Lamp Timer Reset Standard NTSC HDTV PAL IGG Adjust Intensity Saturation Hue ISF Enable on off Blue Enable on off Splash Screen Timer 15 20 25 30 60 secs Noise Reduction O 1 2 8 33 Operation Main Menu gt The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector functions Vision Model 10 The ISF Settings menu is grayed out and not accessible until you enter a passcode Source select Aspect Ratio Image Option Installation ISF Settings Source Select gt From the Main Menu select Source select to choose a video signal source S The active s
21. IT The Vision 10 12 OSD menus are arranged hierarchically as shown in Figure 4 4 Depending on the selected input source some menu options may not be available 32 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Picture Adjust Brightness Contrast Color not available on HDMI or RGB HD Tint inputs Sharpness 1 2 3 4 5 Gamma 1 0 1 5 1 8 2 0 2 2 2 35 2 5 2 8 Color Temp Native 5 000K 5 500K 10 000K ICC Select Standard NTSC HDTV PAL White Balance R G B Gain R G B Offset Save Settings Load Saved Settings Custom 1 ISF Day ISF Night Source Select Video S Video Component 1 Component 2 RGB HD HDMI DVI Anamorphic 16 9 Standard 4 8 not available with HD signals Aspect Ratio LetterBox IntelliWide Cinema Cinema Fill Clock HD RGB Adjust Phase available only when Reset RGB HD input is selected Execute Auto Tune Auto Tune e i H Position ao asi SS Reset Image Option Over Scan Adjust 0 to 10 SDTV Adjust Chroma Enhance not available on HDMI or Video On Film on off RGB HD inputs Film Mode Brightness Enhance on off Lamp Power 200W or 250W Source Resolution V Frequency Information read only H Frequency Lamp Timer firmware version Restore Factory Settings Language English
22. IT to cancel After the reset the projector powers off and restarts Installation gt The Installation menu to change the picture orientation appearance and behavior of the OSD menus fan speed and other projector settings Installation Language Select Language from the Installation menu and press the right or left arrow English a buttons to select the OSD language English French Italian German or Spanish Picture Configuration OSD Timeout Picture Configuration Select Picture Configuration from the Installation menu to change OSD Transparent the picture orientation to suit the method of installation Floor Front Floor Rear Ceiling Source Detect Front or Ceiling Rear Auto Power Off Blue Enable OSD Position Keystone OSD Transparent To allow the projected image to show through the OSD menus select Fan High Speed Mode OSD Transparent from the Installation menu and set it to ON OSD Timeout The OSD Timeout setting controls how long the OSD menus stay on screen when no buttons are pressed Select a time out period of 5 15 or 60 seconds Source Detect The Vision 10 12 can automatically detect an incoming signal and switch to that input To enable automatic source detection select Source Detect from the Installation menu and set it to Auto Auto Power Off The Vision 10 12 can be set to power off automatically after 15 minutes of no input signal or user input via the remote control To enab
23. Installation e Installation is more permanent e Projector access is more difficult Does not take up audience space e Projector is unobtrusive e Projector cannot be accidentally moved Rear Screen Floor Mount Installation Requires separate room e Installation cost is usually higher Projector is completely hidden e Projector is easily accessed e Usually good ambient light rejection Rear Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation Requires separate room e Installation cost is usually higher e Projector is completely hidden e Usually good ambient light rejection Rear Screen Floor Mount with Mirror Requires separate room e Installation cost is usually higher e Projector is completely hidden e Usually good ambient light rejection e Requires less space behind screen than other rear screen installations In general minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen Contrast ratio in your images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen such as when a shaft of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image Images may then appear washed out and less vibrant Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35 C 95 F Keep the projector away from heating and or air conditioning vents Changes in temperature may cause drifts in the projector circuitry which ma
24. NDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED VIDIKRON DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR VIDIKRON PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL RIGHTS LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS Vidikron limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period There are no express warranties Vidikron also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the failure of this product to function properly Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages So the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual iii EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user For your convenience keep the original bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date IMPORTANT WARRANTY REGISTRATION Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card It is imperative that Vidikron knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety probl
25. OW NER S O PER ATIN G MANUAL v15 2N10 12 DLP PROJECTORS VERSION 2 0 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For Projectors Video Processors and Controllers Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and welcome to the Vidikron family With proper installation setup and care you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act Please read it carefully and retain it with your other important documents WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SERVICE LABOR Vidikron will pay for service labor by Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of manufacturing defect for a period of two 2 years from the effective date of delivery to the end user excluding the lamp PARTS not including the lamp Vidikron will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two 2 years from the effective date of delivery to the end user Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion if any of the original warranty period PROJECTOR LAMP Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a manufacturing defect for a period of six 6 months or 1000 hours whichever comes first from the effective date of delivery to the end user In addition Vidikron will provi
26. Sleeve Red 12V Tip Figure 3 12 Connecting the 12 Volt Trigger Output 28 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 1 Turn on your source components 2 Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the Vision 10 12 AC 100V 240V 3 Connect the other end to your AC power source The power indicator lights blue to indicate that the Vision 10 12 is in standby mode 4 Press the ON button on the remote control to turn on the projector The power indicator turns off 5 After a brief warm up period approximately 10 seconds the Vision 10 12 will start projecting When the Vision 10 12 is installed upright you can adjust the projector height or projection angle by turning the four adjustable feet on the bottom of the projector see Figure 4 1 This is useful for correcting the angle of projection when the projector is placed on an uneven surface or when the screen is at an angle You can tilt the projector up to five 5 degrees up or down by adjusting the feet The feet are connected to threaded bolts turn them clockwise to raise the projector or counterclockwise to lower it Tilting the projector may cause keystone distortion To correct this refer A Note to Keystone Correction on page 45 III t Wm QUT Figure 4 1 Adjusting the Feet Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operati
27. an be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in Figure 3 1 0 c 0 000 BOD 10000 000009 00008 000000 c 91000 oo Figure 3 1 Available Range of the Remote Control Not The signal from the remote control can be reflected by the screen A Ote For best results hold the remote control within 23 feet 7m of the back or top sensor and aligned within 30 e Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature e The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp If that occurs move the projector away from the fluorescent lamp e Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver on the projector e Ifthe effective range of the remote control decreases or it stops working replace the batteries with new ones e Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control If this happens point the remote control at the projector and repeat the operation 14 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Installation Table 3 1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 10 12 installation process The sections 3 2 following this one provide detailed instructions Quick Setup Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation A Note specialist Table 3 1 Installation Overview Step Procedure For Details refer
28. d in and that the AC outlet is active Replace the batteries Select the correct source Turn on the source component Turn off progressive scan on the DVD player Connect the DVD player to the HD RGB 1 or HD RGB 2 input Lower the contrast setting Lower the brightness setting Ensure that the source outputs are connected to the correct Vision 10 12 input Manually adjust Clock and Phase settings or perform an Auto Tune refer to HD RGB Adjust on page 42 Wait until the cooling fan Stops Replace or re install the lamp Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 53 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 7 Troubleshooting Tips Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes 54 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Serial Communications To interface the Vision 10 12 with a home theater automation control system or a PC running terminal emulation software connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3 11 Configure the RS 232 controller or PC serial port as follows no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit and no flow control Set the baud rate to 9600 to match that of the Vision 10 12 RS 232 port Table 6 1 lists the RS 232 command set All commands are in ASCII format and must be in UPPERCASE When you send a valid command the Vision 10 12 executes it and acknowledges it with the first three characters of the command followed by OK for examp
29. de a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six 6 months or 1000 hours whichever comes first from the effective date of delivery to the end user Such replacement lamps are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion if any of the original warranty period WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does not cover normal maintenance This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items failure resulting from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments improper maintenance alteration improper use of any input signal damage due to lightning or power line surges spikes and brownouts damage that occurs during shipping or transit or damage that is attributed to acts of God In the case of remote control units damage resulting from leaking old damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty CAUTION THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED DEALERS ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY MOREOVER DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE U
30. djusts the red green color hue for true color reproduction of video signals For best results adjust the hue while displaying an external color bar test pattern Figure 4 7 When you have finished customizing the color space select Store Setting and press ENTER ISF Enable Use ISF Enable to control the display of the ISF logo on the Vision 10 12 splash screen upon power up see Figure 4 11 CALIBRATED FOR Figure 4 11 ISF Enabled Vision 10 12 Splash Screen Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 47 Operation Blue Enable Refer to Blue Enable on page 44 Splash Screen Timer Press the right or left arrow buttons to set the Splash Screen Timer This timer controls how long the startup ISF and Vidikron logo image stays on screen after you turn on the projector Select from 15 to 60 seconds in 5 second increments Noise Reduction To apply Digital Noise Reduction DNR to the input signal select Noise Reduction from the ISF Calibration menu Noise reduction is useful for clearing up noisy RGB images such as those from a PC Adjust as desired using the left or right arrow buttons keeping in mind that reducing noise which reduces high frequencies may also soften the image 48 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Unplug the power cord before cleaning the projector Avoid using benzene or thinner as these can damage the finish on the projector exterior Do not use volati
31. e 48 720p 2 720p 75 N 75 576p 1024 x 48 y 48 576p Notes 1 The Component 1 and Component 2 inputs accept both analog YPbPr and digital YCbCr signals Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual D On lau d A ii RHEE EER mm HE H line WE E Vidikron 2900 Faber Street Union City CA 94587 510 324 5900 Fax 510 324 5905 1 888 4 VIDIKRON www vidikron com RUMA 011175 rev 08 14 06 v2 0 SERIAL NUMBER
32. e Adjust menu to calibrate your Vision 10 12 for optimum picture quality The Vision 10 12 has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by the Imaging Science Foundation ISF The ISF has developed carefully crafted industry recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal picture quality from Vidikron video display devices Accordingly Vidikron recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician All signal types require separate processing Therefore you need to calibrate each input separately Vidikron recommends calibrating the Vision 10 12 inputs in the following order 1 Component 1 Component 2 2 S Video 3 Video 4 RGB HD 5 HDMI When you change a picture quality setting save the change to a preset afterwards Otherwise the change will be lost when a different input is selected Picture quality settings are saved for each input and resolution separately For information about saving settings refer to Installation on page 44 A Note Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and regular program material Vidikron recommends using the following calibration tools for best results External test pattern source Sencore VP401 Multimedia Video Generator Ovation Multimedia test DVD or eq
33. e amount of lens shift S 1 0 x H Ss N N N 150 Height N M Lens Shift NS xJ 1 5 x H N N Note This is a general example of lens shift Lenses vary in their shift capabilities No particular lens or projector is used in this example Figure 3 4 Vertical Lens Shift Example only 18 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Installation 150 Width Lens Shift 1 5 x W 100 Width Lens Shift 1 0 x W 50 Width Lens Shift 0 5 x W Screen Center Note This is a general example of lens shift Lenses vary in their shift capabilities No particular lens or projector is used in this example Figure 3 5 Horizontal Lens Shift Example only Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 19 Installation Table 3 3 gives the lens shift limits for the Vision 10 and Vision 12 as percentages and absolute measurements with a 96 x 54 inch 1 78 1 screen Table 3 3 Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Vision 10 Vision 12 Lens Shift Limits as Percentages of Screen Height or Width Notes 1 and 2 Vertical Up 40 46 Notes 2 and 3 Down 60 63 Horizontal Left 870 Note 2 Right 8 Lens Shift Limits in Inches with a 96 by 54 inch 1 78 1 Screen Up 21 60 24 84 Vertical Down 32 40 34 02 Left 7 68 Horizontal Right 7 68 Notes 1 With no vertical or horizontal lens shift the l
34. een or blue decrease the Offset for that color Save Settings The Vision 10 12 lets you save image quality settings for each input and supported resolution to a preset You can recall this preset at a later time by simply pressing a button on the remote control or using the Load Saved Settings menu command see below You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset otherwise they will be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected e Aspect ratio e Picture adjustments brightness contrast color saturation tint sharpness gamma color temperature ICC selection and white balance settings Image options SDTV adjust settings brightness enhance lamp power Load Saved Settings To recall a preset choose Load Saved Settings from the Picture Adjust menu and select Custom1 ISF Day or ISF Night Or use the corresponding buttons on the remote control Use the controls in the Image Option menu to perform advanced image quality adjustments obtain information about the projector or perform a factory reset HD RGB Adjust To improve the quality of projected images from a computer or other analog RGB source select HD RGB Adjust and press ENTER e Clock If you notice flickering or vertical noise when displaying computer images adjust the Clock setting to correct the issue e Phase Adjust the phase if the image shows shimmer or horizontal noise Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the p
35. elines for using certain features NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance They also provide supplemental information CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade performance or cause a malfunction WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result in damage to the equipment or possible non fatal injury to the user DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual If you need Turn to page Information about obtaining service V General information about the Vision 10 Vision 12 3 DLP Projector Installation instructions 13 First time configuration instructions 30 Advanced configuration instructions 46 Troubleshooting tips 53 Vision 10 Vision 12 DLP Projector specifications 57 2 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Introduction E Vidikron proudly introduces its most affordable home 1 3 RE theater projectors to date the Vision Model 10 and Description Features and E Model 12 The Vision 10 12 offers a performance feature set based on the latest generation of DLP light engines with Vidikron s exclusive Imagix video processing technology to produce outstanding blacks superior contrast performance maximum screen brightness and an accurate color palette
36. em or product update for which you must be notified CONTACT A VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vidikron video product will be performed at the location of the product during usual working hours providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Vidikron Authorized Service Center In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs If solely in Vidikron s judgment location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Vidikron Authorized Service Center or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Vidikron factory it is the owner s responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair These arrangements must be made through the selling Vidikron Dealer If this is not possible contact Vidikron directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions Vidikron will return product transportation prepaid in the United States unless no product defect is discovered In that instance shipping costs will be the responsibility of the owner COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS O Copyright 2006 Vidikron a Runco International Company This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright trademark and other intellectual property laws All rights are reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical elect
37. ens center and screen center are aligned with each other 2 Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height Horizontal shift limits are percentages of the screen width 3 Vertical lens shift figures apply to ceiling mount configurations For floor installations where the projector is upright reverse the up down vertical offset percentages Adjusting the Projection x If the screen is significantly higher or lower than the projector you can also tilt the projector Angle ata slight angle In a ceiling installation you do this by adjusting the ceiling mount For a floor installation turn the four adjustable feet on the bottom of the projector to adjust the projector height and or projection angle If you do this you may need to shift the image or apply keystone correction using the on screen display OSD controls to compensate For detailed instructions refer to Using the On Screen Menus on page 32 20 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Installation There are several methods for mounting the projector Depending on your chosen lt Mounting installation one method may be more suitable than another Floor Mounting In typical front and rear screen installations the projector can be mounted to a secure and level surface such as a table or cart Carts are useful when moving a projector during a presentation or from site to site If possible lock the wheels when it s in position to
38. ertical Keystone Correction 1 The Vision 10 12 keystone correction can compensate for up to A Note approximately 15 degrees of screen and or projector tilt 2 Straight lines or the edges ofimages may appear jagged while adjusting the image 3 Keystone correction is not possible with a 1080i input signal Fan High Speed Mode If the projector is being used in a high altitude environment use Fan High Speed Mode to prevent it from overheating Set Fan High Speed Mode to ON to run the fan at high speed set it to OFF to run the fan at normal speed Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 45 Operation Operation ISF Settings ISF Calibration Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Gamma Color Temp Load Saved Settings White Balance Save Settings Lamp Timer Reset ICC Adjust ISF Enable Blue Enable Splash Screen Timer Noise Reduction Use the ISF Settings menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments This menu should be used by ISF certified technicians only Not You must enter a passcode to access the ISF Settings menu Ote Several controls in this menu are identical to those in the Picture Adjust menu but are accessible only by entering the ISF Calibration menu passcode This makes it possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the projector was installed simply by recalling the ISF Night or ISF Day p
39. esence of RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED accompanying the appliance SERVICE PERSONNEL disi bei ebd operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation 1 A Qe St ex O9 Je 10 11 12 13 14 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Do not use this equipment near water outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized type plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit
40. ettings for the current input from the Custom memory preset 12 ISF NIGHT Press to recall settings for the current input from the ISF Night memory preset 13 Cursor Keys A 4 V gt Use these buttons to select items or settings adjust settings or switch display patterns 14 EXIT Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one 15 NUMBER KEYS Use these buttons to enter menu passcodes Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 11 Controls and Functions Notes 12 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Installation To install batteries in the remote control 3 1 1 Press down the tab on the cover and Remote Control pull the cover in the direction of the T arrow 2 Insert the included batteries Ensure that the polarities correctly match the Y and ES markings inside the battery compartment 3 Insert the lower tab of the cover into the opening and press down the cover until it clicks in place e When installing batteries make sure that the battery polarities are correct lt Notes on Batteries e Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries e If you will not use the remote control for a long time remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 13 Installation Notes on Remote Control X Operation The remote control c
41. ications are obtained by calibrating the projector as described above for CSMS measurements Industry Standard Specifications Light Output 780 ANSI Lumens Vision Model 10 820 ANSI Lumens Vision Model 12 Contrast Ratio 2400 1 Vision Model 10 2550 1 Vision Model 12 These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications found in most companies sales literature Vidikron includes these measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other manufacturers projectors These measurements are typically taken at 9 000K to 13 000K to get expected performance data when the projector is used in professional commercial and industrial displays Complies with FCC CE C Tick Projector Two 2 years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user Lamp 1000 hours or six 6 months whichever comes first Specifications are subject to change without notice Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Figure 7 1 shows the Vision 10 12 dimensions Rear View Side View Front View 15 66in 398 0mm Specifications 7 2 Vision 10 12 Dimensions Side View 16 06in 408 0mm 16 90in 429 4mm 16 99in 431 6mm 9 12 in 231 7mm
42. into your outlet consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet The 12V trigger only outputs DC 12V signal for triggering Do not connect to any other power input or output This could cause damage to this unit Only use accessories specified by Vidikron Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way objects have fallen or spilled into the projector the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped vi Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Table of Contents TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY sissccssccdessssssescssccccccececcaveconccsecacscncnsccctenssacsdestcesdeussacscndsscsssecsse iii CAE vi ee fe o nn ARP YY 1 About this Manua A A tad sa d kanl 1 Target e NCO lala sa a la a la ea uic Reina la 1 If You Have Comments About This Manual c cssssssessssssssssssscssssscecsssscsscsssscsecsssscacsec
43. ixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a VCR For best results use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of black and white pixels or a similar half on half off graphic image You may notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point Use either setting in this case To restore the original Clock and Phase settings select Reset and press ENTER then press ENTER again to confirm the reset 42 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Operation e Auto Tune Auto Tune automatically adjusts settings to optimize computer images Auto Tune can be executed either on command or automatically whenever an incoming RGB signal is present To execute Auto Tune on command select Execute Auto Tune and press ENTER To enable automatic Auto Tune select Auto Tune and set it to ON Auto Tune may take some time to complete depending on the A Note characteristics ofthe incoming signal Image Position To adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the projected image select Image Position from the Image Option menu and press ENTER e H Position Use the up or down arrow buttons A Y to select H Position Then use the right arrow button gt to shift the image to the right use the left arrow button lt q to shift the image to the left e V Position Use the up or down arrow buttons A
44. le RRAOK When you send an invalid command the Vision 10 12 ignores it and returns the first three characters of the command followed by NG for example RRXNG Table 6 1 Serial Commands Command Description Reply RRAOO Saves current settings to the CUSTOM 1 memory RRAOK Note 1 RRAO1 Saves current settings to the ISF Day memory Note 1 RRAOK RRAO2 Saves current settings to the ISF Night memory RRAOK Note 1 RRBOO Recalls the Custom 1 memory settings RRBOK RRBO1 Recalls the ISF Day memory settings RRBOK RRBO2 Recalls the ISF Night settings RRBOK RRCOO Selects the S VIDEO input RRCOK RRCO1 Selects the COMPOSITE VIDEO input RRCOK RRCO2 Selects the COMPONENT 1 input RRCOK RRCO3 Selects the COMPONENT 2 input RRCOK RRCO4 Selects the HDMI input RRCOK RRCO5 Selects the RGB input RRCOK RRDOO Selects the ANAMORPHIC 16 9 aspect ratio RRDOK RRDO1 Selects the STANDARD 4 3 aspect ratio RRDOK Notes 1 All image quality settings must be made with the remote control After the image adjustments are complete you can use these commands to store the settings in the selected memory 2 The power on command PON will not provide an OK reply it will instead reply with a random character For your automation system simply ensure that you receive a character after the PON command If you do not get any reply after PON send PON again Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating
45. le agents such as insecticides on the projector Do not leave rubber or plastic objects in contact with the projector for long periods as they may damage the finish of the projector Wipe off dirt gently with a soft flannel cloth For hard to remove dirt soak a cloth in a neutral detergent diluted with water wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector Strong cleaning detergents may discolor warp or damage the coating on the projector Make sure to test on a small inconspicuous area on the projector before using Use a commercially available blower or lens cleaning paper for glasses and camera lenses for cleaning the lens Do not use any liquid cleaning agents as they may wear the coating film on the surface of the lens The surface of the lens is easily damaged Do not scrape or hit the lens Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 1 Cleaning the Projector Neutral detergent diluted with water 5 2 Cleaning the Lens Cleaning aper 49 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 3 This Vision 10 12 is equipped with intake and Side and front view Cleaning the Intake and exhaust vents to allow the flow of cool air Exhaust Vents through the projector and maintain the proper operating temperature You should periodically clean the vents by vacuuming them with a vacuum cleaner Vidikron recommends doing this after every 100 hours of use
46. le this feature set it to ON When you do a warning message appears on screen five minutes before the shutdown is to occur To prevent the projector from powering off press any key on the remote control Blue Enable Blue Enable removes all red and green color information from the image simulating a blue filter You can use it instead of a blue filter when performing color and tint adjustments OSD Position To change the position of the OSD controls select OSD Position from the Installation menu Use the up and down arrow buttons to select Top Left Bottom Left Top Right or Bottom Right then press ENTER 44 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Keystone Correction If the projector and screen are not installed perpendicular to each other the image may become distorted in a trapezoidal shape as shown in Figure 4 10 Select Keystone from the Installation menu to compensate for this Horizontal Keystone Correction Ss posadas 1 1 7 e H 3 H x y 7 7 A A 2 h S if rd t Y E E S D 4 a se Wed SS d wk t os E RA Sa A pP oue MEN SN La Sas Projector Projected Image Positive values compress right side Negative values compress left side Vertical Keystone Correction Se N 2 EM a F e N n Ze a7 ENEE e Positive values compress top negative values compress bottom Figure 4 10 Horizonal and V
47. leshooting problems you may encounter with the Vision 10 12 If you encounter an issue not described here please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Technical Support Table 5 1 Troubleshooting Chart Symptom The projector does not turn on after initial installation The projector is on but there is no video image on screen A projected image from a DVD is split or otherwise scrambled Image is too bright and or lacks definition in the bright areas of the image Image appears washed out and or dark areas appear too bright Colors in the image are swapped for example reds appear blue or vice versa RGB HD images appear noisy The projector will not turn back on after it was powered down or the image disappears during operation Possible Cause s The Vision 10 12 is not plugged in or the AC outlet is not active The remote control e batteries have run out Incorrect source selection Source component is not turned on DVD player is set to progressive scan mode Contrast is set too high Brightness is set too high The Red Pr Green Y or Blue Pb outputs from the source are connected to the wrong inputs on the Vision 10 12 Clock and Phase settings need adjustment The projector will not turn on for two minutes after power down to protect the lamp The lamp has failed or was improperly installed Solution Ensure that the Vision 10 12 is plugge
48. m to info vidikron com lt If You Have Comments About This Manual Text Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual in order to clarify the lt Textual and Graphic information and instructions provided Conventions e Remote and built in keypad button identifiers are set in upper case bold type for example Press EXIT to return to the previous menu e Computer input commands you type and output responses that appear on screen is shown in monospace fixed width type for example To change the aspect ratio to Letterbox type RRDO2 All keys with functional names are initial capped set in bold type and enclosed in angle brackets These keys are the following lt Enter gt lt Spacebar gt lt Control gt lt Esc gt and lt Tab gt Enter indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your keyboard if it has both keys In addition to these conventions underlining boldface and or italics are occasionally used to highlight important information as in this example Not A carriage return must be used after each command or string Ote Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 1 Introduction 1 2 Using This Manual Graphic Conventions These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or injury TIPS highlight time saving short cuts and helpful guid
49. mory preset refer to Save Settings on page 42 Lamp Timer Reset When you replace the projector lamp you should also reset the lamp hour counter To do this select Lamp Timer Reset from the ISF Calibration menu and press ENTER The Vision 10 12 shows the number of hours the projector lamp has been in service and asks you to confirm or cancel the reset Press ENTER to confirm or EXIT to cancel For detailed lamp replacement instructions refer to Lamp Replacement on page 52 46 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Operation ICC Adjust Use the ICC Adjust controls to customize the stored NTSC HDTV and or PAL color space characteristics To do this 1 Select ICC Adjust from the ISF Calibration menu and press ENTER 2 Select the color space to modify using the left or right arrow buttons ICC Adjust 3 Select a component color Red Green Blue Cyan Yellow or Magenta Color Type For each component color you can adjust the following G c c e Intensity This slidebar adjusts the intensity also known as luminance of a given color z Saturation e Saturation This slidebar adjusts the color saturation level the amount of that colorina nue video image Lower settings produce less saturated colors a setting of 64 removes that color from the image entirely If the saturation is too high that color will be overpowering and unrealistic Store Setting e Hue This slidebar a
50. n 4 3 is the Active Image aspect ratio used by Area 4 3 computer monitors standard television programming and most VHS video cassettes This aspect ratio is not available with HD signals LetterBox LET BOX In Letterbox mode the image is stretched vertically the top and bottom portions are blanked off Letterbox is best suited for viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 4 3 screen Letterbox Image on 16 9 Screen IntelliWide I WIDE A 4 3 image is horizontally scaled in a NON linear fashion more on the sides than in the center to fit a 16x9 screen Select Cinema to view 2 35 source material on a 16 9 screen The upper and lower EM 72920 portions of the screen are 16 9 Screen masked but the geometry of the active image area is not changed Cinema CINEMA Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 35 Operation Picture Adjust gt Picture Adjust Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Gamma Color Temp ICC Select White Balance Save Settings Load Saved Settings Table 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings continued Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Cinema Fill C FILL A 2 35 image is stretched anamorphically in both directions to fill a 16 9 image 2 35 1 Image on 16 9 Screen 2 35 1 Image on 16 9 Screen with Cinema Fill Use the controls in the Pictur
51. ng Manual 29 Operation 4 1 Turning on the Power 4 2 Adjusting the Projector Height or Projection Angle Operation 4 3 Changing the OSD Language 4 4 Adjusting the Picture Orientation The Vision 10 12 OSD language is initially set to English but can also display the menus in French Italian German or Spanish To change the OSD language 1 2 3 4 Press MENU Select Installation from the Main Menu Select Language from the Installation Menu Press lt or gt to select the desired language The change takes effect immediately By default the Vision 10 12 is configured for a floor front installation in which the projector is installed upright and in front of the screen If it is installed behind the screen and or mounted on a ceiling you must change the picture orientation To do this 1 2 3 4 Press MENU Select Installation from the Main Menu Select Picture Configuration from the Installation Menu Choose Floor Rear Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear to match the installation method 30 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual The Vision 10 12 gives you a great deal of control over the picture size position and focus Figure 4 2 shows the location of the focus and zoom controls Figure 4 3 shows the location of the lens shift controls To focus the projected image rotate the focus ring left or right To make the picture larger zoom in rotate the zoom ri
52. ng to the left toward the Vidikron logo To make the picture smaller zoom out rotate the zoom ring to the right Ring Zoom ring Zoom out f a E gt Zoom in C Figure 4 2 Focus and Zoom Controls Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual MESA 31 Operation 4 5 Lens Adjustments Focus Zoom Operation Shift gt 4 6 Using the On Screen Menus To change the projected image position rotate the vertical and or horizontal lens shift dials Do not force the lens shift dials beyond their respective ranges This may A Note cause the projector to malfunction Lens shift dial Lens shift dial Horizontal Vertical VIA Figure 4 3 Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls To use the on screen menus 1 Press MENU to display the Main Menu 2 Toselect a menu item use the up or down arrow buttons A Y on the remote control to highlight it 3 Press the right or left arrow button or gt depending on the OSD position to access that menu 4 Usethe up or down arrow buttons A Y to select the setting you want to change 5 Press the right or left arrow button P gt to change that setting OR With some settings you can press ENTER to hide the OSD menus and display a slidebar for that setting only Then press the right or left arrow button 4d gt to change it 6 Toreturn to the previous menu press EX
53. one hour prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement Loosen the two captive lamp cover screws and remove the cover UU UNUNU DD QU iu a E a c E c c un innu Uu uuDU n M Loosen the four lamp assembly mounting screws Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently removing the lamp module O from the projector housing As you do so the lamp cooling interlock switch on the inside of the lamp cavity near the top moves to the OFF position d nn Wu 0000 UNUTTUN Un Gently slide the new lamp assembly into the lamp cavity Align the two power connectors at the top of the lamp assembly with the two sockets at the top of the lamp cavity Press gently on both sides of the lamp assembly to snap it into place As you do so the lamp cooling interlock switch returns to the ON position Tighten the lamp assembly mounting screws Replace the lamp cover and secure the captive lamp cover screws Plug in the projector and turn it on Reset the Lamp Timer to zero To do this select Lamp Timer Reset from the ISF Calibration menu and press ENTER The Vision 10 12 shows the number of hours the projector lamp has been in service and asks you to confirm or cancel the reset Press ENTER again to confirm 52 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Table 5 1 provides some general guidelines for troub
54. or more often if the projector is used in a dirty or smoky location Ventilation holes To clean the intake and exhaust vents 1 Press OFF on the remote control to turn off the power Wait until the cooling fan stops Power OFF button 2 Unplug the power cord 3 Remove dust by placing the cleaner hose on the intake and exhaust vents 50 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting The projector lamp has a life of 2 000 hours Maintain proper ventilation to keep the lamp 5 4 operating throughout its lifetime Do not subject the projector to unnecessary vibration Lamp Maintenance e Lamp replacement is recommended after approximately 2 000 cumulative hours of use or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality To find out how long the currently installed lamp has been in service select Information from the Image Options menu e The actual lamp service life may be less than 2 000 hours depending on the environment in which the projector is used e Forlamp replacement please contact your nearest Vidikron authorized service center or Vidikron dealer Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself 5 5 This projector uses a pressurized mercury lamp A loud sound may indicate Lamp Cautions A Caution lamp failure Lamp failure is caused by excessive shock improper cooling surface scratches or deterioration of the lamp due to usage The
55. ource is indicated by a green square M to its left in the example at left Video is ource select a the active source S Video Component 1 Component 2 RGB HD HDMI DVI Aspect Ratio gt To change the aspect ratio size and shape of the projected image select Aspect Ratio from the Main Menu and press ENTER Select the appropriate aspect ratio for the type of program Aspect Ratio material being viewed refer to Table 4 1 m The currently selected aspect ratio is indicated by a green square M to its left in the Standard 4 3 example at left Anamorphic is selected LetterBox IntelliWide When you change the aspect ratio save the change to a preset Cinema A Note afterwards Otherwise the change will be lost when a different input is Cinema Fill selected The aspect ratio is saved for each input and resolution separately For information about saving settings refer to Save Settings on page 42 34 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Operation Table 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Anamorphic ANA 16 9 Select Anamorphic to view 16 9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 4 3 images are stretched horizontally to fit a 16 9 screen 16 9 Image on 16 9 Screen 4 3 Image on 16 9 Screen Standard 4 3 4X3 Standard 4 3 scales the input signal to fit in the center of the 16 9 scree
56. period of time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and the condition and the frequency of use It is important to note that failure can often result in the bulb cracking When the lamp replacement indicator and on screen display icon are illuminated or are flashing replace the lamp with a new one immediately even ifthe lamp appears to be operating normally If the lamp breaks glass particles may spread inside the lamp cage or gas contained in the lamp may be vented into the room from the exhaust vent As the gas in this lamp contains mercury ventilate the room well if the lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas In case of exposure to the gas consult a doctor as soon as possible If the lamp breaks there is also a possibility that glass particles may spread inside the projector If this happens contact your nearest Authorized Dealer to remove the damaged lamp and ensure safe operation Do not remove the lamp unit immediately after turning off the projector Touching a hot lamp can cause burns or injury Wait at least one hour after the disconnecting the power cord to allow the surface of the lamp unit to fully cool before removing Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 51 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 6 Lamp Replacement 10 Turn off the projector and wait for the cooling fan to stop Unplug the power cord Allow the projector to cool down for approximately
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58. r in progressive mode A a 4 RGBHD A 15 pin VGA connection to a personal computer or HD tuner with an RGB output The Vision 10 12 automatically detects the signal resolution 480p 576i 720p or 1080i 5 HDMI Computer Input Digital HDCP compliant digital video input for connecting a DVD player personal computer or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output 6 POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the Vision 10 12 to power here 7 RS 232 CONTROL PORT A female 9 pin D sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater automation control system 8 12 VOLT TRIGGER 3 5 mm mini phono jack Tip 12V Sleeve Ground For connecting to retractable screens or other devices that respond to 12 volt triggers Outputs 12 volts 250 milliamps when the projector is turned on 9 LAMP COVER 10 EXHAUST VENT 8 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions Figure 2 3 shows the Vision 10 12 remote control and the paragraphs that follow describe its 2 2 Vision 10 12 Remote functionality Control Figure 2 3 Vision 10 12 Remote Control Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 9 Controls and Functions ON OFF Press to turn the projector on or off IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted Source Selection Buttons VIDEO Press to switch to the Composite video input COMP 1 Component 1 Pre
59. reset Brightness Refer to Brightness on page 37 Contrast Refer to Contrast on page 38 Color Refer to Color Saturation on page 38 Tint Refer to Tint on page 39 Sharpness Refer to Sharpness on page 40 Gamma Refer to Gamma on page 40 Color Temp Refer to Color Temperature on page 41 Load Saved Settings To recall the Custom1 ISF Night or ISF Day settings choose Load Saved Settings from the ISF Calibration menu Then select Custom1 ISF Night or ISF Day and press ENTER or use the corresponding buttons on the remote control White Balance Refer to White Balance on page 42 Save Settings For each input and supported resolution the Vision 10 12 lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can recall at a later time You can create up to three presets designated Custom1 ISF Day and ISF Night per input and resolution You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset otherwise they will be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected e Aspect ratio e Picture adjustments brightness contrast color saturation tint sharpness gamma color temperature ICC selection and white balance settings e Image options SDTV adjust settings brightness enhance lamp power To save image settings in the ISF Day or ISF Night preset select Save Settings from the ISF Calibration menu and select ISF Day or ISF Night To save settings to the Custom1 me
60. ronic or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer Vidikron Vision IntelliWide Imagix DView and CSMS are trademarks of Vidikron All other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners Vidikron products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents US Patent 6755540 and Other Patents Pending V Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual ADDITIONAL INFORMATION To locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center or for additional information about this Limited Warranty please call or write Attn Customer Service Department 2900 Faber Street Union City CA 94587 Ph 510 324 5900 Fax 510 324 5905 VIDIKRON Toll Free 888 4VIDIKRON VIDIKRON PRODUCT INFORMATION RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS Model Purchased Serial Number Vidikron Authorized Dealer Name Address City Phone Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual State Province Date Postal Code Safety Precautions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video projector It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater For the best performance please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation WARNING CAUTION This symbol is intended to alert the user to the pr
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63. ss to switch to the Component 1 480i 576i 720p 1080i video input RGB HD Press to switch to the RGB HD input S VID 1 S Video Press to switch to the S Video input COMP 2 Component 2 Press to switch to the Component 2 480i 576i 720p 1080i video input DVI Press to switch to the Digital Video HDMI input Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons ANA Anamorphic For viewing 16 9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 4X3 Standard 4 3 Scales the input signal to fit 4 3 display mode in the center of the screen L BOX Letterbox For viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 4 3 screen I WIDE IntelliWide Enlarges a 4 3 image horizontally in a NON linear fashion to fit 16 9 full screen display CINEMA For viewing 2 35 1 source material on a 1 78 1 16 9 screen The upper and lower portions are masked C FILL CinemaFill Stretches a 2 35 image vertically in both directions to fill a 16 9 screen DEF Press to restore factory default settings for the current source ISF DAY Press to recall settings for the current input from the ISF Day memory preset ENTER Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting MENU Press this button to access the on screen display OSD controls 10 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 9 Not used 10 LIGHT Press this button to illuminate the buttons 11 CUST Press to recall s
64. the Picture Adjust menu Using the left and right arrow amp gt buttons adjust the contrast to a point just below which the white rectangle starts to increase in size Brightness and contrast controls are interactive A change to one may A Note require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting Color Saturation On your external test pattern source select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4 7 lt q Tall color bars 4 Short color bars EE Tint Color Figure 4 7 Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint 38 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Operation Select Color from the Picture Adjust menu While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter adjust the color saturation level until the outermost gray and blue color bars appear to be a single shade of blue 4 Tall color bars 4 Short color bars GENES Tint Color Tint Tint or hue is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image When tint is decreased the image appears redder when it is increased the image appears greener To set the tint select Tint from the Picture Adjust menu While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter adjust the tint level until the cyan and magenta color bars on either side of the green bar appear to be a single shade of blue 1 Like
65. the brightness and contrast controls the color and tint controls AUT Note are interactive A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting 2 Color and tint controls are not available on the HDMI or RGB HD inputs Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 39 Operation Sharpness Sharpness is the amount of high frequency detail in the image To adjust sharpness select Sharpness from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER On your external test pattern source select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4 8 Adjust as needed looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and different sized lines in the sweep patterns at the top and bottom Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate i IA T I T Figure 4 8 Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Gamma The Gamma control determines how gray shades are displayed between minimum input black and maximum input white for all signals A good gamma setting helps to optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions for the in between values utilized in other grays Unlike brightness and contrast controls Gamma allows you to lighten or darken the overall tone of your images without changing the extremes All images will be more vibrant while still showing good detail in dark areas The default Gamma setting is appropriate for most typical home cinema environments
66. uivalent e A blue filter provided with many test DVDs for color level and tint adjustments 36 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as follows Perform the adjustments in the order listed here Brightness On your external test pattern source select a PLUGE pattern PLUGE is an acronym for Picture Line Up Generation Equipment Figure 4 5 shows a typical PLUGE pattern E Figure 4 5 Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Below Black Above Black PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black white and gray areas against a black background The example above includes two vertical bars and four shaded boxes Select Brightness from the Picture Adjust menu Using the left and right arrow gt buttons adjust the brightness so that The darkest black bars disappear into the background The dark gray areas are barely visible The lighter gray areas are clearly visible The white areas are a comfortable level of true white The image contains only black gray and white no color Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 37 Operation Operation Contrast On your external test pattern source select a stepped gray bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4 6 Figure 4 6 Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Select Contrast from
67. witch the notebook computer to CRT only mode Ifyou are unsure how to do this refer to your notebook computer s user manual 2 When this projector receives 640 x 350 VESA format VGA signals 640 x 400 appears on the screen 3 Interlaced video signals received through the RGB input may not display correctly If this occurs use the Component 1 Component 2 S video or Composite video input instead Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual 61 Specifications Specifications 7 4 Video Signal Compatibility Table 7 3 lists numerous common video signal formats and indicates which input s on the Vision 10 12 can accept a given format Table 7 3 Video Signal Compatibility Chart Compatible Inputs Note 1 2 HTPC Home Theater PC Resolution ll Eregj kHz Hz Comp Comp S Com VGA HDMI 1 2 Video posite SD NTSC 640x480i 15 73 59 94 y y y Y Video 60 PAL 768x576i 15 63 50 y y y y SECAM 8 NTSC adjustment required 4 43 PAL M PAL N NTSC J PAL 60 NTSC not supported 50 EDTV 480p 720x480p 31 55 59 94 y y y y 60 576p 720x576p 31 3 50 y y N HDTV 1080i 1920x 28 1 50 y y a 50 1080i 1080i 338 59 94 y y y N 60 60 720p 1280x 375 50 Y d d y 50 720p 720p 45 0 59 94 y y y y 60 60 HTPC 720p 1280x 48 y Not
68. y affect performance e Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors and transformers Common sources of these include slide projectors speakers power amplifiers and elevators 16 Vidikron Vision Model 10 Model 12 Owner s Operating Manual Installation Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen Thisis lt Throw Distance an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether or not you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if your image will be the right size for your screen You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the width of the screen and multiplying it by the lens throw ratio see Figure 3 2 e The Vision 10 has a lens throw ratio of between 1 40 and 1 60 e The Vision 12 has a lens throw ratio of between 1 42 and 1 65 The result of this calculation tells you roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order to project a focused image large enough to fill the screen For example with an 8 foot 96 inch wide screen e The Vision 10 has a throw distance range of between 134 4 inches 3 41 meters and 153 6 inches 3 90 meters e The Vision 12 has a throw distance range of between 136 3 inches 3 46 meters and 158 4 inches 4 02 meters Estimating Throw Distance TD Vision Model 10 Minimum TD Screen Width x 1 40 Maximum TD

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