I N S T A L L A T I O N / O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L 15 Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projectors Vision 15 Vision 15ET Vision 15ET/CineWide™ VERSION 1.1 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Downloaded From projector-manual.
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.
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 Planar knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest Authorized Vidikron Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: PLANAR SYSTEMS, INC.
Important Safety Instructions 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
18. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions. 19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on. Compliance Information DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: Manufacturer’s Name: Planar Systems, Inc.
The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Planar Systems, Inc., 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992. Date of Declaration: January 2008 FCC PART 15: NOTE: 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.
Table of Contents 1 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................. iii Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................. vi Compliance Information ......................................................................................................... vii 1. Introduction ......................................................................................
Table of Contents Connections to the Vision 15 ......................................................................................................................23 Connector Panel Access ........................................................................................................................23 Connecting Source Components to the Vision 15 ......................................................................23 RS-232 Controller Connection .................................................
Table of Contents 7. Specifications .................................................................................................................... 61 Vision 15 Specifications .................................................................................................................................61 Vision 15 Dimensions .....................................................................................................................................63 Vision 15ET Dimensions ..................
Table of Contents Notes: xii Downloaded From projector-manual.
1 List of Figures 2-1. Vision 15 Front/Side/Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2-2. Vision 15 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2-3. Vision 15 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 3-1.
List of Figures Notes: xiv Downloaded From projector-manual.
1 This manual describes how to install, set up and operate a Vidikron Vision 15 Series Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projector. This product family consists of three models: Introduction 1.1 About This Manual • Vision 15 • Vision 15ET (Extended-Throw) • Vision 15ET/CineWide Throughout this manual, all three projectors are referred to collectively as the “Vision 15.” The information in this manual applies to all three projectors except where otherwise indicated.
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: Tip 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 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Series DLP Projectors combines a highly efficient optical light engine with broad installation and integration options. Vidikron has implemented a host of advancements into the projector’s light engine to take full advantage of its widescreen, high-definition Digital Micromirror Device (DMD™) chip. The Vision 15 features Enhanced GEN 3™ technology to produce deeper blacks, greater contrast ratio and brightness, and richly saturated colors.
Introduction Key Features and Benefits ➤ The Vision 15 offers these key features and benefits: • Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 • High-performance Digital Light Processing (DLP™) engine • HDMI Input with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) • HDTV Compatible • Brilliant Color™ provides enhanced primary and secondary color processing for more lifelike images Parts List ➤ Your Vision 15 is shipped with the following items.
Controls and Functions 2 2.1 Vision 15 at a Glance Figure 2-1 shows the locations of key Vision 15 components. 1 2 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 Figure 2-1. Vision 15 Front/Side/Top View 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.
Controls and Functions 6. FRONT IR SENSOR 7. ZOOM/FOCUS RING Use this to change the projected image size or focus the image. 8. EXHAUST VENT 9. HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT DIAL Shifts the image left or right. 10. TEMPERATURE INDICATOR Flashes blue when the projector is overheated. 11.
Controls and Functions 1. 12-VOLT (250 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUT (3.5-mm mini phono jack; Tip = +12V; Sleeve = Ground) Connection for a retractable screen, screen mask or other, 12-volt trigger-activated device. 2. RS-232 CONTROL PORT A female, 9-pin mini-DIN connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater automation/control system. 3. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other composite video source. 4.
Controls and Functions 2.3 Vision 15 Remote Control Figure 2-3 shows the Vision 15 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. 1 ON OFF 2 SOURCE COMP S-VID VIDEO DVI-A DVI-D HDMI 3 ASPECT 16:9 4:3 L-BOX I-WIDE CINEMA I-WIDE 2.35 4 11 12 MEMORY CUST ISF NT ISF DAY DEF 5 6 13 7 14 EXIT MENU 8 9 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 LIGHT 10 Figure 2-3. Vision 15 Remote Control 8 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Controls and Functions 1. ON / OFF Press to turn the projector on or off. 2. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted. 3. Source Selection Buttons: VIDEO Press to switch to the Composite video input. S-VIDEO Press to switch to the S-Video input. COMP Press to switch to the Component (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p) video input. DVI-A Press to switch to the DVI-A input. DVI-D Press to switch to the DVI-D input.
Controls and Functions 8. MENU Press this button to access the on-screen display (OSD) controls. 9. Not used. 10. LIGHT Press this button to illuminate the buttons. 11. CUST Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom” memory preset. 12. ISF NT Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset. 13. Cursor Keys ( , , , ) Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display patterns. 14.
3 3.1 Remote Control To install batteries in the remote control: 1. Press down the tab on the cover and pull the cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the and 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. • Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries.
Installation Notes on Remote Control ➤ Operation The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in Figure 3-1. 30° 23'(7 m) 45° 45° 23'(7 m) 30° Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control Note The signal from the remote control can be reflected by the screen or other surfaces. • For best results, hold the remote control within 23 feet (7m) of the back or top sensor and aligned within 30°.
Installation Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 15 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 Step 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. Typically (but not always), the projector is 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 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 0% 50% Height Lens Shift (0.5 x H) Base plate to lens center = approx. 4" (depending on the amount of lens shift) 100% Height Lens Shift (1.0 x H) 150% Height Lens Shift (1.
Installation 100% Width Lens Shift (1.0 x W) 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W) Screen Center 0% Screen Width (W) Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens or projector is shown in this example. Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example only) 18 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Installation Table 3-4 gives the lens shift limits for the Vision 15, as percentages and absolute measurements with a 96 x 54 inch (1.78:1) screen. Table 3-4. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Vision 15 Vision 15ET Lens Shift Limits, as Percentages of Screen Height or Width (Notes 1 and 2) Vertical (Notes 2 and 3) Horizontal (Note 2) Up 50% 50% Down 55% 75% Left 7.5% Right 7.5% Lens Shift Limits in Inches, with a 96-by-54 inch (1.78:1) Screen Up 27.00 27.00 Down 29.70 40.
Installation Other Considerations ➤ 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 may affect performance. • Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors and transformers.
Installation Screw, Phillips Pan-Head, M4 x 0.7 x 14mm (3x) Ceiling Mount Plate (part of optional Ceiling Mount Kit) Anamorphic Lens Base Plate Figure 3-7. Vision 15ET/CineWide with Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Plate Exploded View Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.
Installation 3.5 Mounting the Vision 15 There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen installation, one method may be more suitable than another. Floor Mounting (Upright) ➤ 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.
Installation Proceed as follows to connect the Vision 15 to your video sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power. When connecting your equipment: 3.6 Connections to the Vision 15 • 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. To access the connector panel, pull firmly on the cable access cover to open it.
Installation HDMI or DVI Source (BD/HD-DVD/DVD Player, HD Set Top Box, Game Console etc.) Figure 3-9. HDMI/DVI Source Connections 24 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Installation RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source (DVD player or HD set top box) to the DVI-I input; see Figure 3-10. DVI to VGA Adapter DVI to DVI Cable VGA to VGA Cable Personal Computer VGA DVI Figure 3-10. RGB Connections Note 1. Refer to Computer Signal Compatibility on page 65 for a list of computer signals compatible with the Vision 15. Use with signals other than those listed may cause some functions not to work. 2.
Installation Component Video Connections: Connect your component video source (DVD player or HD set top box) to the COMP input as shown in Figure 3-11. Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y Component Video Source (DVD Player, HD Set Top Box, Game Console etc.) Figure 3-11. Component Video Connections 26 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Installation S-Video/Composite Video Connections: Connect your S-Video and composite video sources to the Vision 15 as shown in Figure 3-12. Composite S-Video DVD Player, VCR, LaserDisc, Camcorder etc. Figure 3-12. Composite and S-Video Connections Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.
Installation RS-232 Controller ➤ Connection Use the communication cable supplied with the projector to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port on the Vision 15; see Figure 3-13. For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on page 59. 8 7 6 Pin Function 2 3 5 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 Transmit Data (in) Receive Data (out) Ground Not Used 5 9 2 14 3 Communication Cable, 9-pin Mini-DIN Male to 9-pin D-Sub Male, 15 cm (5.9 in.
Installation If your home theater contains a retractable screen, screen mask or other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment, connect it to the 12-volt trigger output as shown in Figure 3-14. 3.5-mm mini plug Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment Retractable Screen or other, 12-volt trigger-activated equipment Black = Ground (Sleeve) Red = +12V (Tip) Figure 3-14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment 3.7 Turning on the Power 1.
Installation 3.8 Changing the OSD Language 3.9 Adjusting the Picture Orientation The Vision 15 OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in French, Spanish, Italian or German. To change the OSD language: 1. Press MENU. 2. Select Installation from the Main Menu and press ENTER. 3. Select Language from the Installation Menu and press ENTER. 4. Press or to highlight the desired language and press ENTER.
Installation The Vision 15 gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus. Figure 3-15 shows the location of the focus and zoom controls; Figure 3-16 shows the location of the lens shift controls. To focus the projected image, rotate the focus ring left or right. Focus and Zoom To make the picture larger (zoom in), rotate the zoom ring to the left (toward the Vidikron logo). To make the picture smaller (zoom out), rotate the zoom ring in the other direction.
Installation Shift ➤ To change the projected image position, rotate the vertical and/or horizontal lens shift dials. Caution Do not force the lens shift dials beyond their respective ranges. This may cause the projector to malfunction. Lens shift dial (Horizontal) Lens shift dial (Vertical) Figure 3-16. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls 32 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Installation If you are installing a Vision 15ET/CineWide, 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. The CineWide anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-17. Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these instructions.
Installation 3. Secure the lens (with the mounting bracket attached) to the Lens Base Plate (6) using the swell latches. Tip To avoid clipping the corners of the image, position the anamorphic lens as close as possible to the primary lens. Adjusting the Lens Height and Angle: 1. Project a white field on the screen. 2. Loosen the four Height/Pitch Adjustment Screws just enough to allow vertical movement of the lens assembly. 3.
4 • Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the Main Menu. To select a menu item, use the and buttons on the remote control to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. • Use the arrow buttons to select menu items or change settings. • Press EXIT to return to the previous menu. • Press MENU to turn off the OSD menu. (When the Main Menu is displayed, pressing EXIT also turns off the menu.) The Vision 15 OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1.
Operation Video S-Video Component HDMI DVI-D DVI-A Picture Memory Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Gamma Source Select Picture Adjust Information ISF Night, ISF Day or Custom 0 ... 6 1.5, 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35, 2.5 5400 K, 6500 K, 7500 K or 8500K Auto, HDTV, SDTV, RGB-Video or RGB-PC On or Off 0 IRE or 7 IRE Color Temp. Color Space BrilliantColor™ Black Level Save Settings Reset to Defaults 16:9 4:3 Letterbox IntelliWide Cinema IntelliWide 2.
Operation Choose Source Select from the Main Menu to switch video sources. Source Select The active source is indicated by an arrow to its left; in this example, Video is the active source. To select a different source, use the or button to highlight it and press ENTER. Source Select ➨ Video S-Video Component HDMI DVI-D DVI-A Use the controls in the Picture Adjust menu to calibrate your Vision 15 for optimum picture quality.
Operation Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE pattern. Below Black Above Black Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness 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.
Operation 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. Note blue red magenta green cyan yellow gray Color: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.
Operation 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 Adjustment menu and press ENTER. 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.
Operation Color Space: Select Color Space from the Picture Adjust menu to choose the color space of the source signal for HDMI, RGB and component connections. • The default setting, Auto, functions as follows: • HDMI/DVI-D: If the Auxiliary Video Information (AVI) infoframe contains color space and/or range data, the Vision 15 uses that information. Otherwise, for RGB sources, the Vision 15 uses the RGB-Video color space. For component SDTV and EDTV resolutions, SDTV is used.
Operation Aspect Ratio ➤ Aspect Ratio 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 your screen size and the type of program material being viewed, then press ENTER; refer to Table 4-1. ➨ 16:9 4:3 Letterbox IntelliWide Cinema IntelliWide 2.35 Table 4-1.
Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued) Aspect Ratio Setting Letterbox Description With a 16:9 source image, Letterbox mode crops the top and bottom portion of the image and vertically stretches the remaining portion to fill a 16:9 image area. It scales (zooms in on) a 4:3 image linearly (by the same amount on all sides) to fill a 16:9 display. IntelliWide A 16:9 image is shrunk horizontally in the center and stretched horizontally in a NON-linear fashion (more on the sides).
Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued) Aspect Ratio Setting Description Aspect Ratio of Source Signal Geometry of Projected Image Standard Vision 15 or Vision 15ET (1.78:1 Screen) Vision 15ET/CineWide (2.35:1 Screen) Select Cinema to view 2.35 source material in its native aspect ratio. 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. 2.
Operation To access the Installation adjustments, press MENU, then press the or button to highlight Installation and press ENTER. The Installation sub-menu appears. Press EXIT to return to the previous menu or press MENU to close all menus. Installation Installation Language Note When you change a setting in the Installation menu, the change takes effect immediately; you do not need to press ENTER afterwards. (Press EXIT to return to the previous menu or MENU to exit.
Operation Horizontal Keystone Correction - + Projector Projected Image Negative values compress left side. Positive values compress right side. Vertical Keystone Correction - + Negative values compress bottom. Positive values compress top. Figure 4-6. Keystone Correction 46 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Operation Overscan: Some SDTV/EDTV programs are produced based on the assumption that older television sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area. Overscan effectively hides these inactive, outer edges of the image. (For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, overscan is generally not necessary or desirable.) • Overscan Type: There are two overscan types: • Crop adds a mask at the top, bottom, left and right edges. • Zoom adds a factor to the scaling of the source image.
Operation • Phase: Adjust the phase if the image (usually from an RGB source) shows shimmer or “noise.” Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel 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.
Operation To adjust the lamp and perform other common, installation-related tasks, use the up- or down-arrow buttons to highlight Setup in the Main Menu and press ENTER. Lamp Power: Select Lamp Power from the Setup Menu to adjust the lamp output level. You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible (230W; this is the default setting) or you can choose the lower (180W) setting. Generally, lower lamp output prolongs the life of the lamp, but decreases brightness.
Operation Factory Reset: To restore all Setup Menu options to their factory-default values, select Factory Reset and press ENTER. Use the arrow buttons to highlight “OK,” then press ENTER again to confirm the operation. ISF ➤ To access the ISF calibration menu, select ISF from the Main Menu and press ENTER. ISF Picture Memory Brightness Custom 0 Color 0 Tint 0 Sharpness 3 Color Temp. BrilliantColor™ Black Level 2.
Operation Save Settings: To store changes to picture quality settings for the current input and resolution in the “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night” Picture Memory, choose Save Settings from the Picture Adjust menu and select “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.” To recall this preset at a later time, select it from the Picture Memory menu (see page 37) or press the corresponding button on the remote control (see Figure 2-3). For more information about this command, refer to Save Settings on page 41.
Operation Notes: 52 Downloaded From projector-manual.
5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.1 Cleaning the Projector • 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 volatile 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.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.3 Cleaning the Intake and Exhaust Vents This Vision 15 is equipped with intake and exhaust vents to allow the flow of cool air through the projector and maintain the proper operating temperature. Side and front view You should periodically clean the vents by vacuuming them with a vacuum cleaner. Vidikron recommends doing this after every 100 hours of use, or more often if the projector is used in a dirty or smoky location.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting The projector lamp has a life of 2,000 hours. Maintain proper ventilation to keep the lamp operating throughout its lifetime. Do not subject the projector to unnecessary vibration. 5.4 Lamp Maintenance • 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 Main menu.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.6 Lamp Replacement 1. Turn off the projector and wait for the cooling fan to stop. 2. Unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately one hour prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 3. Loosen the two captive lamp cover screws and remove the cover. 4. Loosen the four lamp assembly mounting screws. 5. Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently, removing the lamp module from the projector housing.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the Vision 15. 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. Possible Cause(s) • • Solution The Vision 15 is not plugged in or the AC outlet is not active. The remote control batteries have run out.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes: 58 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Serial Communications 6 To interface the Vision 15 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 3-13. 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 15 RS-232 port. Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. All commands are in ASCII format and must be in UPPERCASE.
Serial Communications Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Description Reply RRD02 Selects the LETTERBOX aspect ratio RRDOK RRD03 Selects the INTELLIWIDE aspect ratio RRDOK RRD04 Selects the CINEMA (2.35:1) aspect ratio RRDOK RRD05 Selects the INTELLIWIDE 2.
7 7.1 Vision 15 Specifications Table 7-1 lists the Vision 15 specifications. Table 7-1. Vision 15 Specifications Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), Single-Chip DMD Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, IntelliWide, Cinema, IntelliWide 2.
Specifications Table 7-1. Vision 15 Specifications (continued) Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC Class B, CE, C-Tick, GOST Limited Warranty: 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. 62 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Specifications 7.2 Vision 15 Dimensions Figure 7-1 shows the Vision 15 dimensions. Rear View 15.66in 398.0mm 6.48in 164.6mm 16.90in 429.4mm 16.99in 431.6mm 7.15in 181.8mm 6.48in 164.6mm 0.89in 22.8mm Front View 6.54in 166.3mm 4.09in 103.9mm 9.12in 231.7mm 6.40in 162.6mm Side View 16.06in 408.0mm Side View Bottom View 3.42in 87mm 3.42in 87mm Figure 7-1. Vision 15 Dimensions Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.
Specifications 7.3 Vision 15ET Dimensions Figure 7-2 shows the Vision 15ET dimensions. Rear View 15.66in 398.0mm 16.90in 429.4mm 7.15in 181.8mm 4.09in 103.9mm Front View 6.54in 166.3mm 6.40in 162.6mm 9.12in 231.7mm 16.99in 431.6mm Side View 17.59in 446.7mm Side View 6.48in 164.6mm 8.68in 220.4mm 2.20in 55.8mm Bottom View 3.42in 87mm 3.42in 87mm Figure 7-2. Vision 15ET Dimensions 64 Downloaded From projector-manual.
Specifications The Vision 15 can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its DVI-I and HDMI inputs. Table 7-2 lists the signal types that are compatible with the Vision 15, and indicates which of those are VESA standards. Table 7-2. Computer Signal Compatibility Chart PC/MAC/ WS VGA SVGA PC Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 720 x 400 31.5 70 √ 640 x 480 31.5 60 √ 37.9 72 √ √ 37.5 75 √ √ 43.3 85 √ √ 35.1 56 √ √ 37.9 60 √ √ 48.
Specifications 7.5 Video Signal Compatibility Table 7-3 lists numerous common video signal formats and indicates which input(s) on the Vision 15 can accept a given format. Table 7-3. Video Signal Compatibility Chart H-Freq V-Freq (kHz) (Hz) Comp. Resolution DVI-D HDMI 15.73 59.94/ 60 √ √ √ √ √ √ PAL 768 x 576i 15.63 50 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ NTSC4.43 15.73 59.94/ 60 PAL-M 15.73/ 15.75 59.94/ 60 PAL-N 15.63 50 NTSC-J 15.73 59.94/ 60 PAL-60 15.73/ 15.75 59.
Downloaded From projector-manual.
020-0863-00 Rev. A January 2008 1-888-4-VIDIKRON Fax 503-748-8161 www.vidikron.com SERIAL NUMBER Downloaded From projector-manual.
