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M A N U A L
90t/100t
LIGHTAMP™ DLP™ PROJECTOR
VERSION 4.0

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  • Page 1 O W N E R ’ S O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L 90t/100t LIGHTAMP™ DLP™ PROJECTOR VERSION 4.0...

  • Page 3: Two Year Limited Warranty

    (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Vidikron will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: VIDIKRON PRODUCT INFORMATION RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS _________________________________________________________ Model Purchased ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________...

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions 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.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    1. Introduction ... 1 2. Controls and Functions ... 5 3. Installation ... 13 Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual About This Manual ... 1 Target Audience... 1 If You Have Comments About This Manual..1 Textual and Graphic Conventions ...
  • Page 8 Vision 90t/100t Specifications ...55 Vision 90t/100t Dimensions ...58 Required Hardware and Software ... A-2 Serial Connections and Equipment Setup ... A-2 Serial Command Syntax ... A-3 Adjusting the Gamut ... A-4 viii Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 9 A-3. Vision 90t/100t Secondary RS-232 Port ..........A-3 Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 10 List of Figures Notes: Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the Vision 90t/100t. Vidikron has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it may require updating from time to time.

  • Page 12: Using This Manual

    Information about obtaining service General information about the Vision 90t/100t DLP Projector Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions Troubleshooting tips Vision 90t/100t DLP Projector specifications Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual ... Turn to page:...

  • Page 13: Description, Features And Benefits

    Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron Vision Model 90t or Model 100t (“Vision 90t/100t“) Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projector, among the world’s first THX high-definition home theater projectors. THX recommends the use of 720p source material for optimal performance Note with this product.

  • Page 14: Key Features And Benefits

    • AC Power Cord • 3.0-mm, Ball-Point Hex Driver • Warranty information and registration card • Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual (this document) Optional Accessories: • CineWide™ with AutoScope™ system (anamorphic lens and motorized mount) •...

  • Page 15: Controls And Functions

    Figure 2-1. Vision 90t/100t Front/Bottom/Side View 1. EXHAUST VENT CABLE OPENING Pass cables through this opening. 3. LENS 4. INTAKE VENT 5. IR SENSOR 6. VIDIKRON LOGO Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions Vision 90t/100t at a Glance...

  • Page 16: Vision 90T/100T Rear Panel

    RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other composite video source. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS TRIGGERS S-VIDEO...
  • Page 17 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices. These can be retractable screens, screen masks or the Vidikron CineWide with AutoScope system. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2 Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS (S-VHS) VCR.
  • Page 18 18. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the Vision 90t/100t to power here. 19. MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the Vision 90t/100t. 20. POWER/STANDBY LED Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 19: Vision 90T/100T Remote Control Functions

    Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted. LIGHT Press to illuminate the buttons. ON / OFF Press to turn the projector on or off. CODE For Service use only. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions Vision 90t/100t Remote Control...
  • Page 20 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset. 11. CUST 2 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 21 Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display. 21. CINEMA For viewing 2.35:1 source material. 22. SVC Selects the IntelliWide 2.35 aspect ratio, used for viewing 16:9 source material on a 2.35:1 screen. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
  • Page 22 Controls and Functions Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 23: Installation

    • Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this happens, point the remote control at the projector, and repeat the operation. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Remote Control Installation...

  • Page 24: Quick Setup

    Component SD; save settings when finished: • Aspect ratio • Brightness • Contrast • Color level • Tint • Input position Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual For Details, Refer to page... 26, 27 18, 28 30 through 37...

  • Page 25: Installation Considerations

    Images may then appear washed out and less vibrant. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Considerations • Shares floor space with audience •...

  • Page 26: Estimating Throw Distance

    2. Only lens options 2, 3 and 4 can be used with the optional CineWide (secondary anamorphic) lens. Doing so affects the throw distances as shown here. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Throw Ratio Throw Range in inches, with Primary with 126.9x54-inch...

  • Page 27: Projector Placement

    Lens Center Screen Floor Installation Screen Height Lens Center Projection Distance Figure 3-2. Projector Placement Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Throw Ratio Throw Range in inches, with Primary with 126.9x54-inch Screen Lens and Anamorphic Maximum...

  • Page 28: Vertical And Horizontal Lens Shift

    150% Width Lens Shift (1.5 x W) 100% Width Lens Shift Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only) Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Screen Center (1.0 x W) 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W)

  • Page 29: Folded Optics

    • Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors, speakers, power amplifiers and elevators. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Installation Folded Optics...

  • Page 30: Installing The Optional Cinewide Lens

    Vision 90t/100t and suspend it from the ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture. Use only the Vidikron-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your Note projector. Install the mount kit according to the instructions provided with it.

  • Page 31: Connections To The Vision 90T/100T

    DVI 1 DVI 2 Figure 3-6. DVI Source Connections Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual To access the connector panel, press the large, black door release button so it pops out. Then, turn the knob clockwise or counter-clockwise and pull gently on it to open the door.

  • Page 32: Digital (Dtv) Rgb Connections

    INPUTS DVI 1 DVI 2 Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-7. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS TRIGGERS S-VIDEO 1 VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO 2 VIDEO...

  • Page 33: Analog Rgb Connections

    Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-8. INPUTS INPUTS DVI 1 DVI 2 Red Green Blue Horiz Personal Computer Figure 3-8. Analog RGB Connections Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS TRIGGERS S-VIDEO S-VIDEO 1 CONTROL VIDEO COMPONENT...

  • Page 34: Composite, S-Video And Component Video Connections

    DVI 1 DVI 2 COMPONENT VIDEO DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-9. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS TRIGGERS S-VIDEO S-VIDEO 1 CONTROL COMPONENT RS-232...

  • Page 35: Rs-232 Controller Connection

    Figure 3-11. Component Video to AutoScope Lens Motor Figure 3-11. Connecting a 12-Volt Trigger Output to the AutoScope Lens Motor Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual (none of the other pins are used) TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video...

  • Page 36: Connecting To Ac Power

    The input voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between 100 and Caution 120 VAC. Do not connect the AutoScope lens motor to a 200-240 VAC power source! Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video...

  • Page 37: Operation

    Select Installation from the Display Device menu. Choose Floor/Rear, Ceiling/Front or Ceiling/Rear, to match the installation method. You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu. Note Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Input Resolution 480i...

  • Page 38: Lens Adjustments

    The Vision 90t/100t OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual buttons on either the remote control or the...

  • Page 39: Vision 90T/100T Osd Menu Structure

    Miscellaneous Resolution System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4-1. Vision 90t/100t OSD Menu Structure Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Note: IntelliWide 2.35 is available only on Vision 90t/100t projectors equipped with the CineWide option (secondary anamorphic lens).

  • Page 40: Main Menu

    The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “ Anamorphic is selected. The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and Note resolution. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual ” to its left; in the example at left,...
  • Page 41 Control Anamorphic Standard 4:3 Letterbox IntelliWide I-WIDE Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Description Select Anamorphic to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 4:3 images are 16:9 Image on stretched horizontally to fit a 16:9 16:9 Screen screen.

  • Page 42: Picture

    Vidikron video display devices. Accordingly, Vidikron recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.

  • Page 43: Typical Pluge Pattern For Adjusting Brightness

    Operation Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and regular program material, Vidikron recommends using the following calibration tools for best results: • External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent.

  • Page 44: Typical Color Bar Pattern For Adjusting Color Saturation And Tint

    Color Saturation: 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 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 45 Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls are Note interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...

  • Page 46: Input Position

    Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down button to decrease it. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 47: Isf Presets

    Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your projector: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware version build date. Should you ever need to contact Vidikron Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.

  • Page 48: Calibration

    Calibration menu passcode. This makes it possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the projector was installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” preset. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 49 “Splash Enable” box to have the Vision 90t/100t display the information you enter here when it is turned on. OSD Position: Select OSD Position, press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change the size and position of the OSD controls. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...

  • Page 50: Service

    Note top to bottom in the right column. To highlight “Save,” scroll through both columns. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual buttons to change a character; press repeatedly to highlight that input name in the to select an...
  • Page 51 • Select Checks to display a 15-segment checkerboard pattern. • Select Align to display a white grid against a black background (useful for verifying proper image or screen alignment). Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual CODE Operation...
  • Page 52 Those triggers are then activated by selecting that aspect ratio. If your projector is equipped with the Vidikron CineWide with AutoScope system, assign at least one trigger output (the same one to which the lens motor is connected) to the Cinema and IntelliWide 2.35 aspect ratios.
  • Page 53 Day/Night presets (page 39), Output Shift settings (page 39), Input Names (page 40) and Trigger settings (page 42). Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to apply all previously-saved settings to the projector. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...
  • Page 54 Operation Notes: Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 55: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 hours), or sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Vidikron dealer to obtain a replacement lamp. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

  • Page 56: Lens Replacement

    Please read this procedure carefully before doing so. Lens replacement is normally performed at the Vidikron factory. Field replacement of lenses is generally only required if the projector is re-installed in a new location or the lens has been damaged.
  • Page 57 Secure the lens assembly to the projector flange with the three Allen screws that you loosened in Step 4. Replace the front lens bezel and tighten the Phillips screws at the top and bottom of the bezel to secure it. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting...

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting Tips

    • back on after it was powered down, or the image disappears during operation. • Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Possible Cause(s) The Vision 90t/100t is not • Ensure that the Vision plugged in or the AC outlet 90t/100t is plugged in and is not active.

  • Page 59: Serial Communications

    90t/100t ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >). Table 6-1. Serial Commands Parameter Command (min/max) Power On/Off Commands POWER POWER? Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Turns projector off Turns projector on Turns projector on and off Returns power status...
  • Page 60 ASPECTOUT? CINEMA INTELLIWIDE INTELLI235 LETTERBOX OUT169 OUT235 STANDARD Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Selects the Component input Selects the Composite video input Selects the DVI 1 input Selects the DVI 2 input...
  • Page 61 -100/100 TINT? Image Preset Commands CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 NIGHT PRESET? Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets a value for brightness Returns brightness setting value Sets a value for input color chroma delay Returns input color chroma delay setting...
  • Page 62 OHPOS? OVPOS -100/100 OVPOS? OWIDTH -100/100 OWIDTH? Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets the value for input height Returns input height value Sets a value for horizontal input position Returns input horizontal position value...
  • Page 63 INRES? LENS1? LENS2? OUTRES OUTRES? SWVER? TRIGGER Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets the background color for letterbox or 4:3 aspect ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white) Returns background setting value...
  • Page 64 Serial Communications Notes: Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 65: Specifications

    Picture Size (16:9 Screen): Throw Distance (Factor x Screen Width): Horizontal and Vertical Offset: Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Digital Light Processing (DLP), 3-chip, 16:9 DMD 1280 x 720 (16:9) 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, IntelliWide, Cinema, IntelliWide 2.35...
  • Page 66 Table 7-1. Vision 90t/100t Specifications (continued) Brightness and Contrast: Lamp: Estimated Lamp Life: Inputs: Control Options: Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS) Specifications Brightness: 45.3 foot-Lamberts (fL) (Vision Model 90t); 78.5 foot-Lamberts (Vision Model 100t) Contrast Ratio: 258:1 (Vision Model 90t);...
  • Page 67 Weight (without lens): Regulatory Approvals: Limited Warranty: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual (3) +12 VDC, each rated at 750 mA and thermal fuse-protected 150 Mega Samples/Second (MSPS) 100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 610 Watts 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity...

  • Page 68: Vision 90T/100T Dimensions

    Specifications Vision 90t/100t Dimensions Figure 7-1 shows the Vision 90t/100t dimensions. Figure 7-1. Vision 90t/100t Dimensions Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual 26.370 in. (669.80 mm) 10.993 in. (279.22 mm) 5.734 in. (145.64 mm) 1.500 in.

  • Page 69: Appendix A. Vision 90T/100T Color Gamut Adjustment

    “triangle” for possible colors. For example, changing the x/y coordinates for red moves the color closer to either orange or violet, which in turn affects all displayed colors having a red component. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Vision 90t/100t Color Gamut Adjustment...

  • Page 70: Required Hardware And Software

    Connect the 3.5-mm phono plug to the secondary RS-232 port on the rear of the projector. This port is not labeled, but is to the right of and slightly below the primary RS-232 port; see Figure A-3. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual 3.5-mm phono plug to D-Sub 9-pin...

  • Page 71: Serial Command Syntax

    Table A-1. Serial Commands for Gamut Adjustment Parameter Command (min/max) GAMUT WHITE GAMUT RED Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Displays white field on screen for measuring x and y coordinates; shows current x and y coordinates for white on the command line.

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Gamut

    Type gamut green and press <Enter>. The Vision 90t/100t displays a green field on the screen and the current x and y coordinates for green on the command line. 10. Repeat Step 2. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description...
  • Page 73 17. Type gamut off and press <Enter>. The Vision 90t/100t stores the new x and y coordinates and returns to normal operation. When you have completed the gamut adjustments, proceed with the Display Color adjustments described on page 38. Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual Vision 90t/100t Color Gamut Adjustment...
  • Page 74 Vision 90t/100t Color Gamut Adjustment Notes: Vidikron Vision Model 90t and Model 100t Owner’s Operating Manual...
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