Vidikron Vision v120 User Manual

1080p Digital Light Processing (DLP™) ProjectorVision 120Vision 120/CineWide™Vision 120/CineWide™ with AutoScope™120VERSION 1.1OWNER’S OPERATING MANUA

Table of Contentsx Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual xi PRELIMINARY1List of Figures2-1. Vision 120 Front/Bottom/Side View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

List of Figuresxii Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 1 PRELIMINARY1.1 About This ManualThis Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate

Introduction2 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYGraphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the

IntroductionVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 3 PRELIMINARY1.3 Description, Features and BenefitsVidikron further solidifies its lead

Introduction4 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYParts List Your Vision 120 is shipped with the following items. If any ite

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 5 PRELIMINARY2.1 Vision 120 at a GlanceFigure 2-1 shows the key Vision 120 components. Figure 2-1.

Controls and Functions6 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY2.2 Vision 120 Rear PanelFigure 2-2 shows the Vision 120 rear pan

Controls and FunctionsVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 7 PRELIMINARY10. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the Vision 120 to power

Controls and Functions8 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY2.3 VHD Controller Front PanelFigure 2-3 shows the controls and i

Controls and FunctionsVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 9 PRELIMINARY6. RIGHT BUTTON Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cu

Controls and Functions10 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY2.4 VHD Controller Rear PanelFigure 2-4 shows the rear connector

Controls and FunctionsVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 11 PRELIMINARY9. HDMI I (1) / HDMI II (2) (Digital) Two, HDCP-compliant digit

Controls and Functions12 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY2.5 Vision 120 Remote ControlFigure 2-5 shows the Vision 120 rem

Controls and FunctionsVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 13 PRELIMINARY1. LIGHT Press to illuminate the buttons. 2. ON / OFF Use thes

Controls and Functions14 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY6. Memory Preset Buttons: CUST1 Press to recall settings for th

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 15 PRELIMINARY3.1 Remote ControlTo install batteries in the remote control, press up on the battery

Installation16 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY3.2 Quick SetupTable 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 120 installa

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 17 PRELIMINARY3.3 Installation ConsiderationsProper installation of your projector will

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual iii PRELIMINARYTWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYFor Projectors, Video Processors and ControllersCongratulat

Installation18 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYThrow Distance Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of t

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 19 PRELIMINARYVertical and Horizontal Position Proper placement of the projector relati

Installation20 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYFigure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift (EXAMPLE ONLY)0%Screen Center100% Width

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 21 PRELIMINARYTable 3-4 lists the lens shift limits for each available Vision 120 lens,

Installation22 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYOther Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve y

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 23 PRELIMINARY3. Remove the Lens Cavity Front Cover. 4. Remove the

Installation24 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY6. Lock the lens in place by turning the Lens Locking Nut (to the left of

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 25 PRELIMINARYInstalling the AutoScope Lens Motor (Vision 120/CineWide with AutoScope)F

Installation26 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYRemove Projector Front Feet: Place the projector upside down on a blanket

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 27 PRELIMINARYFigure 3-7. Vision 120 with Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector StandsDO NOT

iv Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYThis warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your conve

Installation28 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYInstall Lens Motor: Position the AutoScope Lens Motor (item #1) as shown i

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 29 PRELIMINARYInstalling the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (Vision 120/CineWide)To install

Installation30 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY3.6 Mounting the Vision 120There are several methods for mounting the proj

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 31 PRELIMINARY3.7 Connections to the Vision 120 and VHD Controller Proceed as follows t

Installation32 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYConnecting Source Components to the VHD ControllerConnect your video sourc

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 33 PRELIMINARYDigital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-12 and Fig

Installation34 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYFigure 3-13. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections (HD3)HD3 (VG

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 35 PRELIMINARYAnalog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-14. Figure 3-14. Analog R

Installation36 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYS-Video/Composite Video Connections: See Figure 3-15. Figure 3-15. S-Video

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 37 PRELIMINARYRS-232 Controller ConnectionUse a “null-modem” 9-pin RS-232 cable to conn

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual v PRELIMINARYTo locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or f

Installation38 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYConnecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater EquipmentIf your Vi

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 39 PRELIMINARYConnecting an External IR Receiver to the VHD ControllerIf infrared signa

Installation40 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYConnecting to AC Power Projector/VHD Controller: Plug the female end of on

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 41 PRELIMINARY3.10 Primary Lens AdjustmentsTo access the motorized lens controls, use t

Installation42 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensIf you are insta

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 43 PRELIMINARY3. Secure the Anamorphic Lens Holder to the plate using the Hex Bolts/Was

Installation44 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYConfigure Lens Motor Trigger CineWide with AutoScope maintains constant im

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 45 PRELIMINARYAdjusting the Height (Y): With the white field still on-screen, loosen th

Installation46 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYAdjusting the Yaw: Loosen the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to allow the lens to

InstallationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 47 PRELIMINARYAdjusting the Geometry: 1. Input an anamorphic cross-hatch test pattern t

vi Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYThank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video projector! It has been desi

Installation48 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 49 PRELIMINARY4.1 Using the On-Screen MenusTo display the Main Menu, press the MENU button on the r

Operation50 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYFigure 4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for Vision 120ServiceTest Video

OperationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 51 PRELIMINARYMain MenuThe Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector fun

Operation52 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYTable 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect RatioRemote ControlKeyDescription16:9

OperationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 53 PRELIMINARYPicture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your Vision 120 fo

Operation54 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYAlthough it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the

OperationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 55 PRELIMINARYContrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar p

Operation56 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYSelect Color and press ENTER or SELECT. While looking at the color bar patter

OperationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 57 PRELIMINARYSharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image.

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual vii 1Table of ContentsPRELIMINARYTWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ...

Operation58 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYOverscan: Image Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area o

OperationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 59 PRELIMINARYCalibrationUse the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adju

Operation60 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYISF Night - Input Color: The Input Color controls are similar to those in the

OperationVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 61 PRELIMINARYServiceUse the Service menu to access advanced projector configuration setti

Operation62 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYTriggers: Select Triggers from the Service menu to configure the 12-volt trig

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 63 PRELIMINARY5.1 Lamp ReplacementThe lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (

Maintenance and Troubleshooting64 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY6. Install the new lamp module. 7. Replace the lamp cov

Maintenance and TroubleshootingVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 65 PRELIMINARY5.3 Troubleshooting TipsTable 5-1 provides some genera

Maintenance and Troubleshooting66 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 67 PRELIMINARY6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port ConfigurationTo interface the VHD Controller with a ho

Table of Contentsviii Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYMounting the Vision 120 ...

Serial Communications68 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYTable 6-1 lists the serial commands supported by the VHD Controll

Serial CommunicationsVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 69 PRELIMINARYImage Preset CommandsSISF 0Loads “ISF Night” image presetISF Nig

Serial Communications70 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 71 PRELIMINARY7.1 Vision 120 SpecificationsTable 7-1 lists the Vision 120 specifications. 7Specifi

Specifications72 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARYBrightness and Contrast: Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS) Spec

SpecificationsVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual 73 PRELIMINARY7.2 VHD Controller SpecificationsTable 7-2 lists the VHD Controller spe

Specifications74 Vidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating ManualPRELIMINARY7.3 Vision 120 DimensionsFigure 7-1 shows the Vision 120 dimensions (all

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Table of ContentsVidikron Vision Model 120 Owner’s Operating Manual ix PRELIMINARY6. Serial Communications ...........