O W N E R ’ S O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L 85 1080p DLP™ PROJECTORS Vision 85 Vision 85/CineWide™ VERSION 1.
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Table of Contents 1 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................. iii Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................... vi 1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1 About This Manual .......................................................................
Table of Contents Mounting the Vision 85 .................................................................................................................................22 Floor Mounting (Upright) .....................................................................................................................22 Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) ................................................................................................................22 Adjusting the Projection Angle ...................
On-Screen Menus for 1080i (Digital) or 1080p Signals ......................................................................51 Main Menu .................................................................................................................................................52 Language ....................................................................................................................................................53 Picture Adjust......................................................
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1 List of Figures 2-1. Vision 85 Front/Top/Side/Bottom/Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2-2. Vision 85 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2-3. VHD Controller Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2-4. VHD Controller Rear Panel .
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1 This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Vidikron Vision 85 DLP Projector and VHD Controller. Introduction 1.1 About This Manual Y Throughout this manual, the Vidikron Vision 85 DLP Projector and VHD Controller are referred to collectively as the “Vision 85.” EL IM IN A R Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the Vision 85.
Introduction 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 guidelines for using certain features. Note NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance. They also provide supplemental information.
Introduction The all-new Vision 85 DLP Projector and VHD Controller is the most high performance single-chip DLP™ 1920 x 1080 projection system available. Its performance is so impressive that the Vision™ Model 85 earns prestigious THX® certification, joining other Vidikron products as the world’s first to earn this distinction. The Vision™ Model 85 incorporates a state-of-the-art light engine featuring engineering advancements for more efficient use of optical light engine design.
Introduction Key Features and Benefits ➤ The Vision 85 offers these key features and benefits: • Vidikron-engineered, Enhanced GEN 3 Technology™ with V2AC • Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio) • Two HDMI Inputs (on VHD Controller) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) • HDTV Compatible Parts List ➤ Your Vision 85 is shipped with the following items.
2. Controls and Functions 2.1 Vision 85 at a Glance Figure 2-1 shows the key Vision 85 components. Y 1 2 EL IM IN A R 3 4 5 PR 5 11 10 9 8 6 7 9 12 11 Figure 2-1.
Controls and Functions VERTICAL LENS SHIFT Using a 9/64” hex wrench, turn this to move the lens up or down. 2. POWER LED Lights red to indicate that the projector is in standby; flashes blue during warm-up or cool-down or lights blue to indicate normal operation. 3. LAMP LED Lights blue to indicate normal lamp operation; lights red if the lamp has failed. 4. TEMP LED Lights red to indicate that the projector has overheated and shut down. 5.
Controls and Functions 2.2 Vision 85 Rear Panel Figure 2-2 shows the Vision 85 rear panel. RETURN ENTER DOWN UP LEFT RIGHT MENU UP LEFT RIGHT MENU ASPECT RATIO DOWN ASPECT RATIO STANDBY ENTER ON RETURN STANDBY ON HDMI HDMI IR RS-232 OUT AC IN 100-240V 50-60Hz Y TRIGGER IR RS-232 OUT TRIGGER 1 EL IM IN A R AC IN 100-240V 50-60Hz 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 2-2. Vision 85 Rear Panel POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the Vision 85 to power here. 2.
Controls and Functions 2.3 VHD Controller Front Panel Figure 2-3 shows the controls and indicators on the VHD Controller front panel; the paragraphs that follow describe them. 480i V85 EL IM IN A R Y Component SD NTSC 16:9 1 2 3 PR Figure 2-3. VHD Controller Front Panel 1. POWER BUTTON Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on the remote control. 2.
Controls and Functions 2.4 VHD Controller Rear Panel Figure 2-4 shows the rear connector panel on the VHD Controller. 7 3 9 SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE CAUTION INPUTS Serial No R/Pr G/Y B/Pb RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN H V ! AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR TRIGGERS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.
Controls and Functions COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other composite video source. 6. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2 Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS (S-VHS) VCR. 7. 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices such as retractable screens or screen masks. 8.
Controls and Functions Figure 2-5 shows the Vision 85 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. 1 2 Y 3 6 8 9 12 13 15 17 18 7 10 11 14 16 PR 5 EL IM IN A R 4 19 22 20 21 Figure 2-5. VHD Controller/Vision 85 Remote Control Vidikron Vision 85 Owner’s Operating Manual 11 2.
Controls and Functions 1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted. 2. LIGHT Press to illuminate the buttons. 3. ON / OFF Press to turn the projector on or off. 4. ENT (Enter) Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting. Y On some remote control units, this button is where the RETURN/EXIT button (item #6) appears here. EL IM IN A R Note 5.
Controls and Functions Memory Preset Buttons: 8. ISF NT (Night) Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset. 9. ISF DAY Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset. 10. CUST 2 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” or “White Enhance” memory preset. Y 11. CUST 1 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” or “Black Enhance” memory preset. EL IM IN A R 12.
Controls and Functions 2.6 Vision 85 Built-In Keypad The Vision 85 has a built-in keypad that you can use to access the menu system for working with digital 1080i or 1080p sources. Figure 2-6 shows the Vision 85 built-in keypad; the paragraphs that follow describe its use. ASPECT RATIO ENTER DOWN UP LEFT RIGHT MENU ASPECT RATIO STANDBY ON 4 5 6 7 EL IM IN A R Y RETURN ENTER DOWN UP LEFT RIGHT MENU STANDBY ON RETURN 1 2 3 PR Figure 2-6. Vision 85 Built-In Keypad 1.
3 Installation 3.1 Remote Control To install batteries in the remote control: Battery Installation Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control. 2. Insert the batteries included with the remote control. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the and markings inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. EL IM IN A R Y 1. 1. Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries. Note 2.
Installation • Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature. • The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the VHD Controller away from the fluorescent lamp. • Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver on the VHD Controller or projector. Note The signal from the remote control can be reflected by walls or other surfaces.
Installation Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 85 installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Note Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation specialist. Table 3-1. Installation Overview For Details, Refer to page...
Installation 3.3 Installation Considerations Installation Type ➤ 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.
Installation Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen. This is 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.
Installation Vertical and Horizontal ➤ Position Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular, 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.
Installation The Vision 85 provides up to 50% of vertical lens shift in either direction. For example, with a 96 x 54-inch (16:9) screen, you can shift the image up to 27.00 inches (0.69 meters) above or below the screen center. In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be used to fold the optical path, as shown in Figure 3-5. The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set.
Installation 3.4 Mounting the Vision 85 There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen installation, one method may be more suitable than another. 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 prevent it from being moved during a presentation.
Installation Proceed as follows to connect the VHD Controller to the Vision 85, your video sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power. When connecting your equipment: 3.5 Connections to the Vision 85 and VHD Controller • 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.
Installation Connecting Source ➤ Components to the VHD Controller Connect your video sources to the VHD Controller as shown and described in the sections that follow. HDMI Connections: See Figure 3-7. Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path, from source component output into the projector.
Installation Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-8. R/Pr G/Y INPUTS B/Pb H V TRIGGERS HD1 1 2 3 HD2 R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V S-Video 1 Pb HDMI 2 Pr Y Component Video Video S-Video 2 DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Horiz Vert PR Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb EL IM IN A R Y HDMI 1 Figure 3-8.
Installation Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-9. R/Pr G/Y INPUTS B/Pb H V TRIGGERS HD1 1 2 3 HD2 R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V S-Video 1 Pb HDMI 2 Y Pr Component Video Video S-Video 2 EL IM IN A R Y HDMI 1 PR Red Green Blue Horiz Vert Personal Computer Figure 3-9.
Installation Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-10. R/Pr G/Y INPUTS B/Pb H V TRIGGERS HD1 1 2 3 HD2 R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V S-Video 1 HDMI 2 Pb Y Pr Component Video Video S-Video 2 EL IM IN A R Y HDMI 1 Pr Y PR Pb DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-10.
Installation Connecting a PC or ➤ Automation System to the VHD Controller Use a standard, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the VHD Controller; see Figure 3-11. For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on page 67.
Installation Projector: The projector is equipped with an additional 12-volt trigger output. This trigger activates when the projector is turned on. Connect it to your retractable screen or other, 12-volt trigger-activated equipment as shown in Figure 3-13.
Installation Connecting to AC Power ➤ The Vision 85 system includes two (2) AC power cords (one each for the projector and VHD Controller). Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the Vision 85 (AC 100V to 240V). Then, connect the other end to your AC power source. Similarly connect the VHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet. Turn on your source components. 2. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the VHD Controller. 3.
Installation 3.8 Primary Lens Adjustments To focus the projected image, gently rotate the lens by hand. Focus and Zoom Zoom in To enlarge the picture (zoom in), move the zoom tab toward the Vidikron logo on the front of the projector. To make the picture smaller (zoom out), move the tab in the other direction. EL IM IN A R Focus Y Zoom out To change the projected image position, use a 9/64” hex driver to shift the lens in the desired direction; see Figure 3-15.
Installation 3.9 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens If you are installing a CineWide-equipped projector, proceed as follows to install and adjust the anamorphic lens. Note It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly adjusted before you install the anamorphic lens. Ensure that the image from the primary lens is perfectly centered on the screen. Y The standard Vision 85/CineWide uses a prismatic-style anamorphic lens.
Installation To avoid clipping the corners of the image, position the anamorphic lens as close as possible to the primary lens. Adjusting the Lens Height (Y): EL IM IN A R Y Tip 1. Project a white field on the screen. 2. Ensure that the four Height (Y) Adjustment Screws are loose enough to allow vertical movement of the lens assembly. 3. Slowly move the anamorphic lens into place so that there are no shadows on the top or bottom of the screen: PR Too Low Correct position Too High 4.
Installation EL IM IN A R Incorrect Lens Angle Y Correct Lens Angle The anamorphic lens will almost always be angled with respect to the projector; this is normal. Once the proper lens angle has been set, firmly tighten the Pitch Adjustment Screws to secure the lens in place. Note There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is properly adjusted, especially at shorter throw distances.
4 Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the VHD Controller front panel to display the Main Menu. 4.1 Using the On-Screen Menus Y To select a menu item, use the and buttons on either the remote control or the VHD Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. Operation EL IM IN A R The Vision 85 OSD menus are arranged hierarchically; exactly how they are arranged depends on the input signal resolution.
Operation Picture Input Position ISF Presets Information (read-only) PR Test Video ISF Night - Input Image Note: IntelliWide 2.35 is available only on the Vision 85/CineWide and only on the analog inputs (HD/RGB, Component SD, Composite and S-Video). ISF Night - Input Color Y Aspect Ratio ISF Night - Display Color EL IM IN A R Input Source Composite S Video 1 S Video 2 Component SD HD/RGB 1 HD/RGB 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 16:9 4:3 Letterbox IntelliWide Cinema IntelliWide 2.
Operation The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector functions. Main Menu (The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a passcode.) Vidikron 85 Input Source Aspect Ratio Picture Input Position ISF Presets Information Calibration EL IM IN A R Y Service From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source. The active source is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at right, Composite is the active source.
Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect Ratio Description 16:9 Select 16:9 to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 16:9 Image on 16:9 Screen (Display) Y 4:3 images are stretched horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.
Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued) Aspect Ratio Description Cinema Select Cinema to view 2.35 source material in its native aspect ratio. Y 2.35:1 Image on 16:9 Screen (Cinema aspect ratio / no CineWide) With a 16:9 screen and a non-CineWide projector (no anamorphic lens), the upper and lower portions of the screen are masked, but the geometry of the active image area is unchanged. EL IM IN A R 2.35:1 Image on 2.35:1 Screen (Cinema aspect ratio / CineWide) IntelliWide 2.
Operation 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 -- Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent. • A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments. Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as follows.
Operation EL IM IN A R Y Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-3. Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Select Contrast and press ENTER. 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 require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting.
Operation blue red EL IM IN A R Y magenta green cyan yellow gray Select Color and press ENTER. 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: 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.
Operation EL IM IN A R Y Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. On your external test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-5. Adjust as needed, looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate them. Figure 4-5.
Operation Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area. Overscan effectively trims away these inactive, outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to fill the display area. Select from 1% to 10% of Overscan, as desired. For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, Overscan is generally not necessary or desirable.
Operation Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only. Calibration Calibration Note ISF Night You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.
Operation ISF Night - Input Image: The Input Image controls are similar to those in the Picture menu, but are accessible only by entering the 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” preset. ISF Night - Input Color: The Input Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color menu (see above), but can be set independently for each input.
Operation • Vidikron/ISF Logo Splash Screen Timers: When you turn on the Vision 85, it projects a welcome screen with the Vidikron logo followed by one with the ISF logo. Select Splash Timer from the Splash Configure menu to set the amount of time that these two images appear. The range is from 2 to 60 seconds, in one-second increments. Use the up or down cursor button to select a timer value to adjust. Use the right or left cursor button to change the timer value.
Operation Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary infrared (IR) codes to which the Vision 85 will respond. By default, both are set to 17. You can change these codes if either: • Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for example) is responding to commands from the Vision 85/VHD remote control (Figure 2-5) in ways that are unpredictable or undesirable.
Operation Display Device: The options in the Display Device menu allow you to change the picture orientation, adjust the amount of overscan and access other projector-specific functions. • Configure: Select Configure from the Display Device menu. Then: • Orientation: Select Orientation to change the picture orientation to suit the method of installation (Floor Front, Floor Rear, Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear). • Overscan: Refer to Overscan on page 43.
Operation Miscellaneous: Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following options: • Language: Select Language from the Miscellaneous menu and press the up- or down-arrows to select the OSD Language. (Currently, only English is supported.) • Menu Mode: This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when you press MENU. Choose one of the following: 0 = No transition; menus abruptly appear and disappear. 1 = Menus fade in and out.
Operation After you have finished calibrating the projector to optimize the display of 1080i analog and lower-resolution sources, do likewise for 1080i digital and 1080p sources (connected to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs on the VHD Controller). 4.3 On-Screen Menus for 1080i (Digital) or 1080p Signals When the projector receives a 1080i digital and 1080p signal, it displays the menus shown in Figure 4-6. Standard, Black Enhance, White Enhance, ISF Day, ISF Night or Custom Picture Memory Color Temp.
Operation Main Menu ➤ Press MENU on either the remote control or built-in keypad (on the projector rear panel) to display the Main Menu, shown in Figure 4-7. The Main Menu is the starting point for calibrating the Vision 85 to optimize the display of digital 1080i and 1080p sources. White Balance HD/RGB Adj. Options Language Picture Adj. Picture Memory 1 0 0 0 0 0 7500 1 RVR :Iris 1 EL IM IN A R White Balance Y Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness CLR Temp.
Operation The Vision 85 OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in German (Deutsch), Spanish (Español), French (Français) or Italian (Italiano). To change the OSD language: Language 1. Press MENU. 2. Press or Language English to select Language from the Main Menu. 3. Press up- or down-arrow button ( or ) to highlight the desired language and press ENTER. The change takes effect immediately.
Operation For viewing images with the brightness slightly increased in a darkened room. 6500 Low (180W) Off Auto Contrast Sharpness Enhancement Lamp Power VAC (Iris) CRT Emulation Off ISF NIGHT EL IM IN A R ISF Night Description Y Picture Memory Setting Color Temp. Default Settings for Selected Picture Memory Remote Control Key Table 4-2. Default Picture Memory Settings for Digital 1080i and 1080p Sources (continued) Contrast: Refer to Contrast on page 41.
Operation To access advanced picture quality settings, select Advanced from the Picture Adjust menu. This sub-menu presents the following options: ICC Adjust: Select ICC Adjust from the Advanced Picture Adjust menu to customize the displayed color space. The adjustments you make here are stored in the currently-selected “Picture Memory“ preset.
Operation Video NR: To apply noise reduction to the input signal, select Video NR from the Advanced Picture Adjust menu. Noise reduction is useful for improving the signal-to-noise ratio of video signals. Set it to Off, 1, 2 or 3, as needed, keeping in mind that higher settings (which reduce high frequencies) may also “soften” the image. MNR: Select MNR from the Picture Adjust menu to reduce or eliminate so-called “mosquito noise” in MPEG-compressed video signals (digital broadcasts or DVDs).
Operation Select HD/RGB Adj. from the Main Menu to view input signal resolution and timing information. To do this, select Signal Info from the HD/RGB Adj. menu. HD/RGB Adj. Signal Info: Select Signal Info from the HD/RGB Adj. menu to display the resolution, horizontal frequency and vertical frequency of the input current signal. HD/RGB Adj.
Operation Signal Type: Select Signal Type from the Options menu to specify the incoming signal type (encoding method): • Choose Auto to have the Vision 85 automatically detect the signal type. • Choose RGB (1) for RGB-encoded video signals. • Choose YCrCb4:4:4 (2) for uncompressed, component video. This encoding method uses a “luminance” signal (Y) to represent brightness and “difference” signals (Cb and Cr) to represent colors.
Operation Fan Mode: If the projector is being used in a high-altitude environment, use the Fan Mode control to prevent it from overheating. Set it to High Altitude (2) to run the fan at high speed; set it to Normal (1) to run the fan at normal speed. Orientation: Refer to Adjusting the Picture Orientation on page 32. Factory Default: To reset all projector settings (including image settings) back to their factory defaults, choose Factory Default from the Options menu.
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5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 hours), or sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Vidikron dealer to obtain a replacement lamp. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 2.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.2 Troubleshooting Tips Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the Vision 85. If you encounter an issue not described here or in Section 3 (refer to Installation Considerations on page 18), or if the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Technical Support. Table 5-1.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Symptom Solution Incorrect aspect ratio selection. • Select the aspect ratio that best matches the source image and screen size (refer to Table 4-1). Adjust displayed image height (refer to Display Device on page 49). • Image height may need adjusting (Vision 85/CineWide only). • The projected image is trapezoidal in shape. • The projector is not perpendicular to the screen. • Adjust the projection angle.
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Serial Communications 6 To interface the VHD Controller 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. 6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration Y 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 19200, to match that of the VHD Controller RS-232 port.
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Serial Communications Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Parameter (min/max) Value Stored? Description The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control or VHD Controller front panel. Each button has its own serial command, so effectively it is as if you were using the IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote.
7 7.1 Vision 85 Specifications Table 7-1 lists the Vision 85 specifications. Table 7-1.
Specifications Table 7-1. Vision 85 Specifications (continued) Brightness and Contrast (variable, depending on VAC calibration): Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS) Specifications Brightness: TBD Contrast Ratio: TBD EL IM IN A R Y These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled, home theater environment. All measurements are made to ANSI/NAPM IT7.
Specifications 7.2 VHD Controller Specifications Table 7-2 lists the VHD Controller specifications. Table 7-2. VHD Controller Specifications 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, IntelliWide, Cinema, IntelliWide 2.
Specifications 7.3 Vision 85 Dimensions Figure 7-1 shows the Vision 85 dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). 22.8 EL IM IN A R Y 20.9 21.6 9.4 6.5 22.8 1.0 Ø 1.1 20.9 2x 18.3 2x 16.2 2x 12.0 2x 7.7 2x 19.5 3x 15.4 2x 3.1 3x 5.5 2x 2.6 0 0 PR 7.5 Figure 7-1.
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