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  • Page 1 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
  • Page 2 7177 N. Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920-3719 USA MARQUEE™ 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User’s Manual VDCDS P/N: 71180-01 / Revision 1.0 / July 2003 Section 1 Specifications / Dimensions Section 2 Installation & Setup Operation Section 3 Section 4 Maintenance Appendix A Menu Tree...
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  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Section 1 Specifications / Dimensions....................1-1 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) Specifications ..................1-1 Electronic Chassis Main Assemblies and Dimensions ..............1-2 CRT Head Main Assemblies and Dimensions ................1-3 Section 2 Installation & Setup......................... 2-1 Quick Setup...........................
  • Page 5 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.1.14 Power-on.........................3-6 3.1.15 Standby Mode.........................3-6 3.1.16 Audio Functions ......................3-6 3.1.17 System Status Pages .....................3-7 Source Selection ...........................3-8 3.2.1 Input Selection ........................3-8 Setup Memories ..........................3-10 3.3.1 Memories ........................3-10 3.3.2 Input Memories .......................3-11 3.3.3 Recall Memories ......................3-11 3.3.4 Memory Allocation ......................3-11 3.3.5...
  • Page 6 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Appendix B Marquee Projectors RS-232 Control ...................B-1 Brief History of Marquee RS-232 Communications ..............B-1 System Requirements and Setup ....................B-1 RS-232 Communication Cables....................B-2 B.3.1 RS-232, 9-Pin Male to 9-Pin Female ................B-2 B.3.2 RS-232, 9-Pin Male to 25 Pin Female................B-2 Data Transmission Structure ......................B-3 Transport Layer..........................B-3 B.5.1...
  • Page 7 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual List of Figures Figure 2-1. Remote Control Battery Replacement....................2-2 Figure 2-2 Remote Control Jumper Settings ......................2-2 Figure 2-3. Power Connection ..........................2-3 Figure 2-4. Built-in RGB Interface Connections (Video Input Module-VIM) ............2-3 Figure 2-5. Serial Port Connections........................2-4 Figure 2-6.

  • Page 8: Specifications / Dimensions

    Section 1 Specifications / Dimensions The Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) Series projectors utilize 8” high brightness, electromagnetic focus, high resolution CRTs. There are many applications which demand image quality that can only come from unpixelized CRT projection systems. The Marquee Ultra HUD meets these demands by providing consistently bright, high resolution images with true black levels and geometry distortion.

  • Page 9: Electronic Chassis Main Assemblies And Dimensions

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 1.2 Electronic Chassis Main Assemblies and Dimensions Rear View VDCDS P/N DESCRIPTION 03-280336-07P Control/DPB/Stig-Waveform 81722-01 Marquee Contrast Modulation 03-270354-04P Module Focus & Geometry 03-271330-02P Stigmator Module 03-270350-01P Convergence Amp/Vertical Deflection Module 03-270335-05P Video Input Module Side View 03-000250-02P IR Sensor...

  • Page 10: Crt Head Main Assemblies And Dimensions

    Section 2 1.3 CRT Head Main Assemblies and Dimensions VDCDS P/N DESCRIPTION 03-007062-03P CRT 8" MAG FOCUS GRN PANASONIC 03-270338-02P VIDEO NECK MODULE 8520/8521 21-000687-04 STIGMATOR RING 21-000691-01 YOKE DEFLECTION 8" 21-000692-01 COIL, CONVERGENCE 8" 21-000695-01 FOCUS MAG WITH STIGMATOR 8" 59874-01 SPLITTER, 1 IN, 1 OUT 59879-01...
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  • Page 12: Installation & Setup

    Section 2 Installation & Setup This section explains how to install and set up the projector. If you are familiar with the projector and want to quickly set it up for temporary use, follow the Quick Setup instructions in Section 2.1. For a complete setup, skip Section 2.1 and follow the instructions and guides covered in the remaining subsections.

  • Page 13: Ir Remote Battery Replacement

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 2.2.1 IR Remote Battery Replacement Latch Locate the battery compartment at the back side of the keypad. Squeeze the latch to open the door. Replace the batteries. For an IR remote keypad, place four AA size, 1.5V alkaline batteries in the compartment ensuring that the +/- orientation of each battery is correct.

  • Page 14: Source Connections

    Section 2 2.3 Source Connections To apply power to the projector, plug the AC line cord into the line input socket located at the front panel of the projector. Plug the three prong end of the line cord in a grounded AC outlet. Input voltage to the projector must be between 90 and 264 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz.

  • Page 15: Serial Port Connections

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 2.4 Serial Port Connections Serial port connections are required when: 1. Using a Marquee signal switcher with the projector or 2. The system is to be controlled by a computer/third-party controller. The projector's serial ports are located on the Control Module at the front panel of the electronic chassis. See Figure 2-5.

  • Page 16: Optical Alignment

    Section 2 2.5 Optical Alignment Optical alignment is required when the throw distance changes or the projector cannot be focused using the focus controls. The projector is optically aligned at the factory at a fixed screen size and a fixed projector-to-screen distance.

  • Page 17: Source Setup

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Step 2. Step 3 requires that you look directly into the lens for adjustment. Before you continue, press [▼] to reduce contrast to a low level (≥10%). WARNING: DO NOT LOOK INTO THE LENSES IF CONTRAST IS SET TO NORMAL VIEWING LEVEL. Step 3.
  • Page 18 Section 2 Step 5. Press [◄] or [►] to adjust keystone until the width at the top of the picture is equal to the width at the bottom. Step 6. Press [◄] or [►] to adjust side pincushion until the left and After After Before...

  • Page 19: Memory Setup

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Note: The source connected to the currently selected input should now be visible. If there is no picture, check to see if the source is active. Step 12. Press [▲] or [▼], [◄] or [►] to adjust phase until the picture is centered on the screen.

  • Page 20: About Asi And Asr

    Section 2 2.7.2 About ASI and ASR ASI (Automatic Source Interpolation) is a feature which automatically adjusts display settings based on the settings of other setup memories stored in the projector. When a setup memory is first created, ASI automatically generates its initial display settings.

  • Page 21: Asi Improvement

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 2.7.5 ASI Improvement If the projector will be used with many sources, or new sources will be frequently added to the system, it is recommended that five or six setup memories be created expressly for the purpose of improving ASI accuracy.

  • Page 22: Asi With Save Logic Diagram

    Section 2 2.7.6 ASI with Save Logic Diagram UTIL is pressed to perform an "ASI with Save". Display an "ASI with Save" confirmation box. Was "Do It" selected from the confirmation box? Check the match no match Input memory of the Do nothing.

  • Page 23: Asr Setup

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 2.7.7 ASR Setup This subsection provides two examples of how the ASR feature may by used and set up. 2.7.7.1 ASR Logic Diagram A change in scan frequency is detected. A source, Recall memory, or channel was manually The change is greater than 100 Hz horizontal selected.
  • Page 24 Section 2 To prepare setup memories for the above system, follow these steps: Step 1. Select the input using the Source command. Press [SOURCE] [ 0 ] [ 1 ] to select projector slot Step 2. Press [ ] twice to display the Current Input Parameters status page. Check to see if ASR is off for the current input.
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  • Page 26: Operation

    Presenters may find this keypad is easier to use than a full function keypad. For more information about the Presenter's Keypad, call your reseller or VDC Display Systems. Figure 3-1 shows the projector functions which are accessible from the multi-use (full function) keypad. As you may notice from the illustration, some keys provide direct access to specific functions (such as [POWER] to turn the projector on or off), and some keys provide indirect function access via menus.

  • Page 27: Figure 3-1. Full Function Keypad

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Utilities Menu To access the following utilities: Source Setup Remote Options Status Page Channel List Clock/Events Memories Display Service to display status Preferences pages Projector Picture Menu to command a single To adjust or set: projector in a multi- Phase Blanking...

  • Page 28: Keypad Usage

    Section 3 3.1.6 Keypad Usage The keypad is used the same way you would use a remote keypad supplied with a TV or VCR. There are only a few general key press rules to keep in mind: Key Press Rules 1.

  • Page 29: Menus

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.1.8 Menus When a menu key is pressed or a menu is selected, a menu with a list of selection items is superimposed on the projection screen. Each menu consists of a title, selection items, and a cursor bar. Selection items may include adjustment functions, control settings or other menus.

  • Page 30: Using Help

    Section 3 3.1.13 Using Help The projector includes an extensive online help system. The help system provides operation guidance and assistance. There are two types of online help: Context Sensitive Help and Guided Help. 3.1.13.1 Context Sensitive Help Context Sensitive Help provides help on how to use a specific function. To view help pertaining to a dedicated key function, press the key then press [HELP].

  • Page 31: Power-On

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.1.14 Power-on To turn on the projector, press [POWER] on the keypad. Hold [POWER] down for about one second. If using an IR remote keypad, point the keypad at the projection screen or the front of the projector. During power-on, the projector proceeds through a series of internal diagnostic tests which last approximately 9 seconds.

  • Page 32: System Status

    [ ] while at presentation Page 1 level. Each time [ ] is pressed, one of three main status pages is displayed. To return to presentation level, press [EXIT]. VDC Display Systems Page 1; displays general projector information and Marquee Serial No: 123456789...

  • Page 33: Source Selection

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.2 Source Selection The projector includes a built-in RGB input interface to accept a single input. With optional accessories such as a Marquee Multi-standard Decoder, and the use of one or more external switchers, the number of inputs can be significantly increased.
  • Page 34 Section 3 3.2.1.1 Direct Channel Selection This method of source selection takes advantage of the Channel List feature explained in Section 3.6, Utility Features. The Channel List allows you to assign a source to a 2-digit number, from 01 to 99. Once you have assigned channel numbers to your sources, and the projector is at presentation level, you can select a source by pressing the 2-digit channel number associated with it.

  • Page 35: Setup Memories

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.2.1.3 The Source Message When [SOURCE] or [RECALL] is pressed at presentation level, and/or a source switch is made, a source message is briefly overlaid on the projection screen. The source message displays current source information. Note: 1) If screen messages are turned off via the Preferences menu ([UTIL] [ 5 ] [ 2 ] ), the source message is not displayed.

  • Page 36: Input Memories

    Section 3 3.3.2 Input Memories As mentioned above, Input memories store display settings for each physical input (i.e., switcher 0, slot 1). When an input is selected, the Input memory for that input becomes the current setup memory and its display settings are used (unless ASR is on and is triggered).

  • Page 37: Display Adjustments

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.4 Display Adjustments Normal Adjustment This section describes the projector's display adjustment functions. To access all display Sequence functions, a full function keypad is required. If you are using the optional Presenter's Keypad, only the primary display functions are available. There are four types of display adjustment functions: Primary, Picture, Geometry, and Convergence.

  • Page 38: Picture Functions

    Section 3 3.4.1.3 Detail The Detail function is used to adjust the picture sharpness of video signals when using the optional Marquee Multi-standard Decoder. To adjust detail, press [DETAIL] then [▲] or [▼] until the sharpest display is attained. Detail level should be roughly proportional to input signal quality.

  • Page 39: Geometry Functions [Geom]

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.4.2.3 Focus [PIC] [ 4 ] The Focus function is used to adjust the electrical focus of the combined red, green, and blue color components. To adjust focus, select Focus from the Picture menu then use [▲] and [▼] until the center of the display appears the sharpest.
  • Page 40 Section 3 3.4.3.1 Size [GEOM] [ 1 ] The Size function is used to adjust the horizontal and vertical size of the display image. (This adjustment is also available through the Picture menu). To adjust size, select Size from the Geometry menu. Two slidebars are displayed: a Horizontal Size slidebar and a Vertical Size slidebar.

  • Page 41: Convergence Registration

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.4.3.7 C Linearity [GEOM] [ 7 ] The C Linearity function corrects for gradual non-linearity between the top and bottom or left and right sides of the display image. Examples are shown below. In the first example the top of the image increases in vertical size while the bottom decreases in vertical size.

  • Page 42: Green Interpolated

    Section 3 3.5.1 Green Interpolated The Green Interpolated adjustment allows you to quickly and easily adjust the geometry of the green raster at 45 zones in the image. Zones are accessed in a predetermined order, and like Interpolated Convergence, adjustments affect more than one zone. To begin Green Interpolated adjustment, press [1] from the Convergence Service menu.

  • Page 43: Utility Features

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual 3.6 Utility Features The projector's utility features allow you to customize operation of the UTIL projector to suit your application and preferences. To access these features, press [UTIL]. The Utilities menu is displayed. Item 1, Source Setup, provides utilities for setup memory 1.
  • Page 44 Section 3 To perform an "ASI with Save", press [2] from the Source Setup menu. A dialog ASI WITH SAVE box is displayed. Press [◄] to move the cursor bar to "Do It" then press [ENTER]. New display settings will immediately be calculated and saved in the Warning! Current current setup memory.
  • Page 45 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual If, on the other hand, an ASI is performed, a source message is briefly displayed which includes an ASI message to indicate the action taken. If an Input memory with matching scan frequencies was found by ASI, its settings are used and its identity is displayed. If an Input interpolation was performed, the two setup memories selected for the interpolation are Recall...
  • Page 46 Section 3 To make a selection, enter an item number or use [▲] and [▼] to move the cursor bar to the item you want then press [ENTER]. When a selection is made, a crosshatch test pattern is displayed. All subsequent adjustments are saved in the current setup memory.
  • Page 47 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual The Up/Down Field (U/D) The Up/Down field specifies the channels which are accessible when using up/down channel selection (explained in Section 0). If the field does not contain a check mark, the channel is ignored. To enter a check mark, press a number key (0-9).

  • Page 48: Remote Control Options [Util] [6]

    Section 3 Note: It is still possible to display a screen message, such as a slidebar, while Screen Messages is set to Off. To do this, press [RECALL] just before selecting the function. 3.6.1.6.3 Blanking Time (Auto, 0.5s to 5.0s) [UTIL] [5] [3] When a source is selected, the projector blanks the screen for a short period of time.

  • Page 49: Figure 3-6. Independent Ir Keypad Control

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Protocol A Protocol B IR Keypad IR Keypad This projector has the This projector has the IR Sensor setting set to "A". IR Sensor setting set to "B". Figure 3-6. Independent IR Keypad Control CAUTION: The keypad you are using may become inoperative if its protocol does not match its setting in the menu.
  • Page 50 Section 3 3.6.2.3.1 Set Clock [UTIL] [7] [1] Press [1] from the Clock/Events menu to display the Set Clock menu. Use the menu to set the current time and date and their format. Time To edit the time stored in the real time clock/calendar, press [1] from the Set Clock menu. This puts you in time editing mode.

  • Page 51: Table 3-1. Type Field Events

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Table 3-1. Type Field Events EVENT DESCRIPTION NOTES None No programmed event. Standby On Turn Standby mode on. Standby Off Turn Standby mode off. Power Off Turn Power off. channel selection Select a channel from the Channel List. * Use the number keys to enter the channel#.

  • Page 52: Multi-Projector Functions

    Section 3 General Notes about Programmable Events All events are ignored if Programmable Events is set to Off in the Preferences menu ([UTIL] [5]). • The projector must be turned on for programmable events to take place. • Be careful not to schedule two events so close to each other such that the second event is scheduled •...
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  • Page 54: Maintenance

    4.1.3 Power Cord and Attachments Only use attachments or accessories recommended by VDC Display Systems. Use of others may result in the risk of fire, shock or personal injury. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Locate the projector where the cord cannot be abused by persons walking on it or objects rolling over it.

  • Page 55: Servicing

    Do not attempt to service the projector yourself. All servicing must be performed by a qualified VDC Display Systems service technician. If replacement parts are required, it is important that only VDC Display Systems approved parts are used. Other parts may result in fire, electric shock or risk of personal injury.

  • Page 56: Projector Response Problems

    Cause/Remedy: 1. An internal failure has occurred. Projector servicing may be required. Contact your reseller or VDC Display Systems for assistance. Symptom: The projector's green POWER LED is lit and all other LEDs are off yet no picture is displayed.
  • Page 57 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Symptom: While in use, the projector suddenly become non-responsive to keypad commands, even when using a built-in keypad. Cause/Remedy: 1. Although rare, it is possible that an internal software error occurred which has put the software in a non-ending loop.
  • Page 58 Section 4 Symptom: The upper portion of the display is waving, tearing, or jittering. Cause/Remedy: 1. This sometimes occurs when the source is a VCR or video signal. Change the sync mode by selecting the fast/slow sync option from the Picture Adjust menu ([PIC] [5]). Symptom: The upper or lower portions of the display are cut off.
  • Page 59 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Symptom: The display appears to be folded. Cause/Remedy: 1. The phase setting may require adjustment. Select Phase from the Picture Adjust menu ([PIC]) then determine if adjusting the phase improves the display. Symptom: The display is reversed or upside down.
  • Page 60 2. The signal cables carrying the input signal may be of poor quality. Use only good quality signal cables. VDC Display Systems cables are recommended. 3. The distance between the input source device and the projector may be too great. If the distance between the input source device and the projector is greater than 25 feet, signal amplification/conditioning may be required.
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  • Page 62: Appendix A Menu Tree

    3. - 4. - 1. Top CONV Current Input Parameters 1. Phase XXXX 5. - 2. Bottom 2. Size VDC Display Systems 3. Left 6. - 3. - Marquee XXXX Serial No: XXXXXXX 4. Right Projector No: Software : VX.X 4.
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  • Page 64: Appendix B Marquee Projectors Rs-232 Control

    Note: This Section is intended for technicians familiar with controller applications and programming. For highly specialized applications beyond simple projector control, please contact VDC Display Systems for additional technical assistance. System Requirements and Setup The RS-232 commands in main software V4.0 can be used with any Marquee projector that has the Control Board #02-2x0336-0xP installed.

  • Page 65: Rs-232 Communication Cables

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual RS-232 Communication Cables B.3.1 RS-232, 9-Pin Male to 9-Pin Female Step 1. For connection between the projector and a seitcher Step 2. For connection between projectors Step 3. For connection to a computer with a 9-pin “AT” type RS-232 port. 9 Pin D Connector (Male - for projector end) Shielded Multi-conductor Cable...

  • Page 66: Data Transmission Structure

    Appendix B Data Transmission Structure A basic understanding of RS-232 data transmission structure enables you to begin programming automated controls for the Marquee projector. Once you have become familiar with this structure, refer to the two tables later in this document. These tables list the specific binary codes required for all available commands and provide examples of commands most commonly used in typical applications.

  • Page 67: 01 And $0E (Message Start And End

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual B.5.1 $01 AND $0E (MESSAGE START AND END) Use the $01 control code to preface each and every transmission. This byte indicates to a network receiver that the next byte is the first byte of a new message. Any message which (for some reason) is partially received prior to the $01 will be discarded.

  • Page 68: Body

    Appendix B 1st Byte 2nd Byte Bit# 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Network Address (ignored if broadcast bit is set to “1”) Set Far Local Port to “0” (ignored) Set Near Local Port to “0”...

  • Page 69: Optional Checksum

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual B.6.3 Optional Checksum It is no longer necessary to calculate and include an eight-bit additive sum as the next-to-last byte in every data transmission. Note that you must still include the checksum field in each message stream, but if the value assigned is “$00”...

  • Page 70: Table B-3. Command Codes And Descriptions

    Appendix B Table B-3. Command Codes and Descriptions Note: Parameter values are shown in decimal format Command Code Parameter(s) Function Description (”set” function) Request or “Set” and “Reply” msg.” Reply Power ON/OFF 0 = Off Turn projector off or on. 1 = On NOTE: If “2”, the projector is currently in the process of powering up.
  • Page 71 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Command Code Parameter(s) Function Description (”set” function) Request or “Set” and “Reply” msg.” Reply Projector Address 0-999 Set projector to a new address. NOTE: The next message sent must either contain the new address or it must be a broadcast message. Signal Status 3 options: Request frequency, state, or sync of current input signal.
  • Page 72 Appendix B Command Code Parameter(s) Function Description (”set” function) Request or “Set” and “Reply” msg.” Reply Diagnostic: 7 (test ptn.) Run a diagnostic, such as “Test Pattern”. Internal Test Pattern P1 = $07 (runs the “Test Pattern” diagnostic). Various: 0 = external video In Replies to “set”...

  • Page 73: Creating Simple Messages

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Creating Simple Messages Figure B-4 below illustrates a complete RS-232 data transmission using the hex command codes from Table B-4. In this example, the projector is “0” and the message is coming from the controller (always 1023).

  • Page 74: Sample Data Transmissions

    Appendix B B.7.1 Sample Data Transmissions Table B-4 shows complete examples of common binary commands for projector control. All are for projector “0”. Table B-4. RS-232 Commands in v.4.0 Set Power Off 01 07 00 00 03 FF 08 00 00 0E Set Brightness to 0 01 07 00 00 03 FF 55 00 00 0E Set Power On...
  • Page 75 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Select Recall (00) 01 07 00 00 03 FF 0C 00 00 0E Reply w/ Data 01 0D 03 FF 00 00 81 02 03 04 61 00 48 00 00 0E Select Recall (15) 01 07 00 00 03 FF 0C 0F 00 0E See page 18 for additional information Request Current Recall...

  • Page 76: Standby" Command

    Appendix B This section includes additional notes about some of the more complex RS-232 messages. B.7.2 “Standby” Command During standby entered via normal keypad-projector operation, the picture is blanked, the audio is muted and you can perform no operation from the keypad except to “get out of standby”. This type of standby occurs when you use the Standby key on either the keypad or Marquee switcher (available only from Presentation level), when you use the Picture Mute key on the Extron switcher, or when you send RS-232 standby keycodes from a controller.

  • Page 77: Projector Address" Command

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual B.7.4 “Projector Address” Command Make sure that if you change a projector’s address, either change the address in all future messages as well or issue a command that is broadcast (set broadcast bit to “1”). B.7.5 “Signal Status”...

  • Page 78: Ping" Command

    Appendix B SYNC REPLIES: A reply to the “request signal Table B-5. Sync Replies status/sync” message includes a second parameter (P2) to describe None, no sync present the sync. Possible values are Sync-on-green defined in Table B-5. Composite sync Separate H sync on H Sync from decoder Sync on internal B.7.6...

  • Page 79: Color Modulation (Cnm) Command

    Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual B.7.8 Color Modulation (CNM) Command Use this message to set or get the current contrast modulation values. There are 3 colors in each of 8 on-screen zones. Table B-6. Color Modulation (CNM) Command Message = Adjust Zonal Contrast Parameter Name...

  • Page 80: Color Temperature Modify Command (Ctm

    Appendix B B.7.9 Color Temperature Modify Command (CTM) Use this message to set (alter) or get the red, green and blue levels present for a defined color temperature. This command does not select a color temperature. Table B-7. Color Temperature Command (CTM) Value Range: 0 = 3200K, 2 = 6500K, 3 = 9300K, 5 = source custom, 6 = white balance •...
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  • Page 82: Appendix C Glossary

    Appendix C Glossary This appendix defines many of the terms used in this manual as they apply to the Marquee projection system. ACON (Automatic Convergence) Blanking Time ACON is an optional automatic convergence The time inside one scan line during which video feature available for Marquee series projectors.
  • Page 83 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Contrast (ratio) Gain or Screen Gain The ratio of brightness of the brightest possible The ability of a screen to direct incident light to an area to the darkest possible area of an image. audience.
  • Page 84 Appendix C Interface Loopthrough (Loopthru) A device that accepts an input signal for display The method of feeding a series of high by the projector. impedance inputs from a single video source with a coaxial transmission line in such a manner that Interlace the line is terminated with its characteristic impedance at the last input on the line.
  • Page 85 Marquee 8521 Ultra Green (HUD) User's Manual Presentation Level RGB Video The projector is at presentation level when an The video output of most computers. It can be image is (or may be) displayed and no control, analog or digital. Analog RGB video has 3, 4, or dialog, error, or help messages are displayed.
  • Page 86 Appendix C Sync Maximum brightness is seen when you are positioned within the viewing cone. The This term refers to the part of the video signal that horizontal and vertical viewing angles are the is used to stabilize the picture. Sync can take horizontal and vertical angles of the cone.
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