Hints For Optimal Picture Quality ........................19 Troubleshooting ............................... 20 No picture is visible: ............................20 A PC will not drive the DVI input of the VDP-80 video processor: ..............20 Colors appear incorrect: ..........................20 Specifications ..............................21 Inputs ................................21 Processing ..............................
(excluding the lamp). PARTS: Vidikron will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.
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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.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Vidikron VDP-80 Video Processor. It has been designed to offer great video processing quality, while providing the best available value. We hope you find that the Vidikron VDP-80 Video Processor exceeds your expectations. It is important to read and understand this manual, and the display’s specifications, before programming the Vidikron VDP-80 Video Processor.
Product Overview The primary functions of the Vidikron VDP-80 are to act as a Composite and SVideo inputs automatically select between video switch, process the selected input, and output in the NTSC, PAL and SECAM formats. Component/RGB and DVI- appropriate format and resolution. Standard definition (SD),...
ProntoNeo Remote Control Description Sending LED Learning Eye Serial Port for LCD Touch Screen communicating with a PC (see next page for screen descriptions) Backlight button to activate the display Page up button Content Specific buttons: - Mode button to switch to special modes Page down button Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate the special mode screen...
Press to select the Menu screen Exit: Press to return to the previous menu selection 2900 Faber St. Device: Press to choose between controller or projector Union City, Ca 94587 control www.vidikron.com Ph (510) 324-5900 Fax (510) 324-5905 Mode Menu Exit Device Vidikron Information Screen...
When the in the Rear Panel section. The cooling vents must be clear of LED is set to “power” it stays illuminated as long as the VDP-80 is on, obstructions to provide for convection cooling.
The short cable is always used to connect the VDP-80 Controller/Processor to the Vision Model 80 projector. If the home theater installation includes an automation system control box, the longer cable is used for connection to it.
Once the inputs have been determined, the appropriate input Press the MENU button, use arrow keys to select the next entry type should be programmed into the VDP-80 for each input in use and press the OK button. An “→” denotes next menu level. Not all following this procedure: options are shown here.
Input Name For SD inputs 3 and 4 only, it is possible to have the VDP-80 perform Each input configuration memory can be named. Follow the on- screen directions. The ◄ and ► arrows select which input to change an auto calibration for white balance.
(STBY). The command format is: DVI input Hotplug MENU → INPUT# ISF DAY/NIGHT → OPTIONS → Each VDP-80 DVI input sends a signal (Hotplug) back to the DVI POWER MANAGEMENT → AUTO-ON/STANDBY source to inform the source to drive its DVI output. However, different Power-On Message sources behave differently to the Hotplug signal.
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Installer’s Guide (continued) Lock the Configuration Each input configuration can be locked to prevent unintended changes. When locked, the input selection keys function normally, but setup parameters are fixed. The command format is: MENU → INPUT# ISF DAY/NIGHT → OPTIONS → LOCK →...
Serial RS232 Command Interface The RS232 serial interface is used to enter commands using the 9600 BAUD with 8 data bits, no parity bit and one stop bit. No hard- same command format as the infrared remote. The serial rate is ware or software flow-control is used.
For DVI inputs, select modes HDCP Select if DVI input reports HDCP capability EDID Does EDID use VDP-80 values or monitor values? HOTPLUG Does “hotplug” remain asserted when input not selected? COPY → Copy current input memory to all input memories...
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Menu Tree (continued) MENU → MISC → LCD → BKLGHT LCD backlight enable (VDP-80 only) CNTRST LCD contrast (VDP-80 only) Toggle OSD-enable. Shows status when input selected if enabled LOCK Lock or unlock the configuration. POWR → AUTO Unit can go to either “ON” or “STBY” when power is applied Change power-on message.
A system’s “ground loop noise” can cause visible horizontal band- ● ing. This shows as a screen-width horizontal-band of intensity variation. Since the VDP-80 case “floats” with reference to ground, it may need to be grounded to the video source or display using an approximately 18-guage wire.
The correct VDP-80 DVI input must be selected while booting the on, and all components powered on? PC for the PC to be able to read the EDID data from the VDP-80 video processor. Are all of the video cables connected to their respective inputs and...
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