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D-ILA™ PROJECTOR Version 1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 2 Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................... 3 Caution .............................................................................................................................................. 6 Limited Warranty .............................
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INTRODUCTION » Introduction to the Vidikron Vision Model 60 D-ILA™ Projector Vidikron raises the bar again in high quality, home theater video performance with the Vision™ Model 60. Vidikron engineers have designed this product with the implementation of advanced, D-ILA™ (Direct Drive Image Light Amplifier) technology. This exciting projector is capable of producing some of the most natural, smooth images yet available in today’s video world.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION NOTICE (For USA) About burning-in of the D-ILA device Do not allow the same still picture to be projected for a long time or an abnormally bright video picture to be projected. Do not project video images with high-intensity or high contrast on a screen. The video image could be burnt into the D-ILA device. Use special care when projecting video games or computer program images. There is no problem with ordinary videocassette playback images.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These ensure reliable operation of the product and protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. (The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. It should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS POWER CONNECTION WARNING: Do not cut off the main plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter or consult your dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the main supply.
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CAUTION About burning-in of the D-ILA device • Do not allow the same still picture to be projected for a long time or an abnormally bright video image to be projected. Do not project video images with high-intensity or high contrast on a screen. The video image could be burnt into the D-ILA device. Use special care when projecting video games or computer program images. There is no problem with ordinary video cassette playback images.
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LIMITED WARRANTY 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.
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LIMITED WARRANTY EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE: This Limited 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 problem or product update for which you must be notified.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES » Projector Chassis Cover Cover Latches To Open the Projector Cover: (1) Locate the two black cover latches under the front edge. (2) Push the latches firmly IN toward the center of the unit. DO NOT FORCE THE TABS. It may be easier to loosen one side first, then the other. (3) When the cover latches are loosened, then the top cover will swing upward and reveal the system control panel, cable connection panel and more.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1 » Control Panel on the Projector 2 3 4 1. LAMP BUTTON: Light On: Indicates the lamp has been used for more than 1900 hours. Blinking: Indicates the lamp has been used for more than 2000 hours. Please change the lamp. �� 5 6 2. TEMP BUTTON Blinking: Indicates the temperature inside the projector is abnormally high. 7 �� 3. POWER BUTTON 9 4. STANDBY BUTTON 11 �� 8 10 Light On: During projection.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES » Connector Panel 1 4 5 2 6 7 3 8 9 1. Input Terminal This is an input terminal for component signals (Y, CB, CR) or DTV-format (Y, PB, PR) signals. Devices which have component signal output terminals can be connected. This terminal can also be used as multipurpose video input terminals that allow input of the following signals: analog RGB signals, vertical sync (V) signals, and horizontal sync (H) signals/ composite signals (Cs).
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES 5. AUDIO IN Not used. 6. REMOTE When the remote control is unable to work due to rear projection etc., the [REMOTE] terminal can be used to connect an external sensor to the projector. The external sensor is not generally sold. Check with your authorized Vidikron dealer. 7. CONTROL RS-232 IN/OUT This is the RS-232 OUT interface-specific terminal. The projector can be controlled by a computer connected externally.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES » Remote Control 2 1 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 10 11 14 12 15 16 13 17 18 19 20 23 21 24 22 13
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Illuminates when a button in pressed, indicating that an IR signal is being transmitted. 2. ON Switches Power ON. (This does not operate when POWER/STANDBY indicator of the main unit is off.) 3. DIRECT ACCESS BUTTONS These red buttons to the right hand-side will allow you direct access to an aspect ratio, based on the format of the input signal.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES 12. PC 16x9 BUTTON Use this button to select 16x9 aspect ratio for computer signal. 13. PC 4x3 BUTTON Use this button to select 4x3 aspect ratio for computer signal. 14. ENT (Enter) BUTTON Press this button to show the next menu (For example, from main menu to sub-menu). It is also used when [ENTER] is displayed against an item on the menu screen, or to choose the “Reset” option etc. 15. VIDEO BUTTON Press this button to select VIDEO (composite video) as the source. 16.
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INSTALLING THE PROJECTOR » Installing the Projector against the Screen �� 16
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INSTALLING THE PROJECTOR » Projection Distance and Screen Size • This projector uses 1.3x manual zoom lens for projection. • Although the focusable projection distance is about 1.6 m ~ 12 m, the projection distance recommendable for performance is about 2 m ~ 8 m. Install the projector within this range and adjust the screen size when the aspect ratio of the screen is 16:9. • If the KEYSTONE is adjusted, the screen becomes smaller.
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CONNECTING TO VARIOUS DEVICES » Signals that can be input into the projector • Video Signals (1) Response to Decoder Input Terminal [VIDEO] [Y/C] [Y], [PB/CB], [PR/CR]*3 [G], [B], [R], [H/CS], [V]*4 Decoder NTSC NTSC 4.43 PAL SECAM O O O*2 O*2 O O*1 O*2 O*2 O O O*2 O*2 O ----O*2 O*2 : Responds if Y/C output is available. : Signifies that component signals (Y, PB, PR/Y. B-Y, R-Y/G, B, R, H/CS, V) conform to the signal timing (synchronization and video period) of each decoder.
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CONNECTING TO VARIOUS DEVICES • HDCP compatible signal [RGB3 DVI] input terminal can accept HDCP compatible video signals (480p, 720p 60/59 Hz, 1080i 60/59 Hz). The menu is same as when RGB input is selected. • Allowable input signals Signal Vertical Resolution Ver (Lines) Horizontal Frequency V (Hz) Vertical Frequency V (Hz) VESA350 640 350 37.86 84.13 PC/AT PC98 640 400 24.83 56.42 DOS/V VGA 60 Hz* 640 480 31.47 59394 DVI* VGA 72 Hz 640 480 37.86 72.81 VGA 75Hz 640 480 37.
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CONNECTING TO VARIOUS DEVICES » Connecting to Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and the device. • Connecting to Video Devices • Thoroughly read the manual that comes with each video device. • Use the supplied AV connection cable. S-Video (Y/C) cable, BNC cable and PC Audio cables are not supplied.
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CONNECTING TO VARIOUS DEVICES • Connecting to Computers • Thoroughly read the manual that comes with the computer used. • Prepare cables for connecting the devices.
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CONNECTING TO VARIOUS DEVICES • Control from External Device It is possible to control the projector with a computer by connecting the computer to the [RS232C IN] terminal of the projector. • Please request a connection cable from us if needed. • For more information, please contact your authorized Vidikron dealer.
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CONNECTING TO VARIOUS DEVICES • Connecting the Power Cord (Supplied) After all devices have been connected, connect the supplied power cord.
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BASIC OPERATION ��
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BASIC OPERATION ��
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BASIC OPERATION » Frequently Used Convenient Functions When an image is projected onto the screen, the following operations can be performed directly without going through the menu operation. 1 2 3 4 MUTE PAUSE KEYSTONE AUTO ADJ.
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BASIC OPERATION � ��
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS The menus displayed on the screen are used to setup the projector and perform adjustments. » Menu Structure When video input is selected...
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS » When RGB input is selected...
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS » When no image signal is inputted...
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS » Menu Operation Buttons �� Displays the main menu on the screen. • When the main menu is displayed, press to exit the menu mode. Confirm the selected item on main menu. Press to shift to the “Image Options” screen of the selected item against which [ENTER] is displayed. Press to return to the previous menu. • While the main menu is displayed, press to exit the menu mode.
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS » The Procedure for Menu Operation 1. Press the [MENU] button The main menu is displayed on the screen. The icon of the selected menu item will be highlighted. �� The menu item currently selected is displayed. E.g. Main menu when video input is selected: “PICTURE ADJ” 2.
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS » The Menu Configuration � ��
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS ��
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ADJUSTMENT AND SETTINGS USING MENUS ��
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SETTING “ASPECT RATIO” AND “RESIZE” » Setting the “Aspect Ratio” Set the “Aspect Ratio” when image is input from the [VIDEO], [Y/C] or [RGB2] terminals. 1. Project the image onto the screen ← Standard (4:3) image recorded in letterbox (black bars above and below the screen) such as in DVD software. 2. Press the [MENU] button • The main menu appears on the screen.
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SETTING “ASPECT RATIO” AND “RESIZE” 5. Select “Letterbox” with the cursor buttons (◄/►). • The “Aspect Ratio” to “Letterbox” for optimum projected image. �� 6. Press the [MENU] button to end when adjustment is completed. • The menu disappears from the screen. ■ The relation between the input image and the projected image according to the setting of “Aspect ratio” menu.
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SETTING “ASPECT RATIO” AND “RESIZE” » Setting the “Resize” Set the “Resize” when HDCP image is input from [RGB3] terminal. 1. Project the image onto the screen ← 4:3 image recorded in letterbox (black bars above and below the screen) such as in DVD software. 2. Press the [MENU] button • The main menu appears on the screen. �� 3.
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SETTING “ASPECT RATIO” AND “RESIZE” 5. Select “Letterbox” with the cursor buttons (◄/►). • The “Aspect Ratio” to “Letterbox” for optimum projected image. �� 6. Press the [MENU] button to end when adjustment is completed. • The menu disappears from the screen. ■ The relation between the input image and the projected image according to the setting of “Aspect ratio” menu.
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REPLACING THE LAMP (FOR SERVICE ONLY) ■ The light-source lamp and its lamp time The light-source lamp has a service life. The life of lamps currently used for this projector is about 2000 hours. [Average lamp life: 2000 hours] When the light-source lamp approaches the end of its service life, deterioration progresses rapidly. Please contact your Vidikron dealer to install a new lamp when the accumulated lamp time exceeds 1900 hours.
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RESETTING THE LAMP TIME (FOR SERVICE ONLY) ■ After installing a new lamp, reset the lamp time counter inside the projector when this is done. A new count will start. If the display of the accumulated lamp time has reached 2000 hours, the projector will not work (lamp does not light up) unless the lamp time is reset. 1. Insert the power cord into the wall outlet • The [STAND BY] indicator lights up when the main power is inputted. 2.
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RS-232 EXTERNAL CONTROL By connecting a computer to the projector with a RS-232C cross cable (D-sub 9 pins), you can control the projector with the computer. The commands to control the projector and the response data format against the received commands are explained here. For details, please consult the authorized dealer where you purchased your projector. 1. Communication Specifications The communication specifications are as follows.
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RS-232 EXTERNAL CONTROL 3) Special parameters Input switching parameters Character 0 1 3 4 5 Hex. 30 31 33 34 35 Meaning Y/C VIDEO RGB1 RGB2 RGB3 Operation mode parameters Character 0000 0001 0002 0004 Hex. 30h 30h 30h 30h 30h 30h 30h 31h 30h 30h 30h 32h 30h 30h 30h 34h Meaning Stand-by mode Power-on mode Cool-down mode Emergency mode 3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING The following is a basic troubleshooting guide that can assist you in resolving typical problems may result in normal operation. If you have encountered problems that are not listed in this guide, please contact your Vidikron dealer for assistance. Symptom Power is not supplied. Light is not emitted, or light is dim. Probable Cause Solution Is the power cord disconnected? Is the light-source lamp cover closed correctly? Insert the power cord (plug) firmly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Probable Cause Solution The upper part of the video image bows or distorts If the input signal comes from a computer system, Input separate sync signals for vertical sync (V) is this a sync signal of composite sync (Cs) or G and horizontal sync (H) signals on sync type? Remote control unit does Are batteries installed correctly? Match the polarities of batteries correctly, as not work. shown on the battery cartridge. Are batteries exhausted? Replace with new batteries.
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WHAT TO DO WHEN THESE MESSAGES ARE DISPLAYED Message Cause (Contents) No device is connected to the input terminal. The terminal is connected but no signal is output from the connected device. • The selected input mode (input terminal) name is shown above the message. → Check the input image signal source. �� The frequency of the input video signal is out of range. → Please ensure the frequency level of the input video signals is within the projector’s specifications.
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WARNING INDICATION » About Warning Indicators If something abnormal has occurred in the projector, the warning mode will be set in and the type of abnormality will be indicated by a combination of indicators displayed on the control panel as shown in the following table. The projector will then automatically stops projection and run the cooling fan for about 90 seconds.
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DIMENSIONS �� 48
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SPECIFICATIONS Vision Model 60 Projector: Projector Type: D-ILA, 3-Chip. 0.7 in. diagonal Native Resolution: 1400 x 788 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic Video Standards: NTSC, PAL DTV Compatibility: 480p, 720p, 1080i Scan Frequency: Contrast Ratio: Horizontal: 15 – 120 KHz Vertical: 50 – 120 Hz Recommended Width: 72 – 96 in. Maximum Width: 240 in. (16:9 screen) CSMS** Specifications: Home Theater Calibration: 487 ANSI Lumens; 17.
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RUMA-011075 12-29-04 v1.