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Vidikron Vision 140 Installation & Operation Manual

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I N S T A L L A T I O N / O P E R A T I O N
1080p LightAmp™ Digital Projector
Vision 140
Vision 140/CineWide™
Vision 140/CineWide™ with AutoScope™
Vision 150
Vision 150/CineWide™
Vision 150/CineWide™ with AutoScope™
140/150
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  • Page 1 I N S T A L L A T I O N / O P E R A T I O N 1080p LightAmp™ Digital Projector Vision 140/CineWide™ with AutoScope™ Vision 150/CineWide™ with AutoScope™ 140/150 Vision 140 Vision 140/CineWide™ Vision 150 Vision 150/CineWide™...

  • Page 3: Two Year Limited Warranty

    (2) years from the date of delivery to the initial end user (excluding the lamp). PARTS (not including the lamp): 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 initial end user.
  • Page 4 CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vision 140/150 Product will be performed at the location of the Product, during usual working hours, provided that the location of the Product is within normal operating distance from an Authorized Vidikron Service Center.

  • Page 5: Copyright And Trademarks

    Runco. The trademarks reporduced in this Vidikron Owner’s Manual and used on the Vidikron Products are either owned by Runco or are licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video product! 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: Compliance Information

    Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, LLC Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992 hereby declares that the Products’ Model Numbers: Vision 140, Vision 140/CineWide, Vision 140/CineWide with AutoScope, Vision 150, Vision 150/CineWide and Vision 150/CineWide with AutoScope conform with the provisions of: Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;...

  • Page 8: Product Disposal

    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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Using This Manual ... 2 Description, Features and Benefits ... 3 Key Features and Benefits... 4 Parts List ... 4 Vision 140/150 at a Glance ... 5 Vision 140/150 Input Panel ... 7 Vision 140/150 Rear-Panel Keypad ... 8 VHD Controller Front Panel ...10 VHD Controller Rear Panel ...11...
  • Page 10 Floor Mounting (Upright) ...29 Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) ...29 Adjusting the Projection Angle ...29 Connections to the Vision 140/150 and VHD Controller ...30 Connector Panel Access ...30 Connecting the VHD Controller to the Vision 140/150...30 Connecting Source Components to the VHD Controller ...31 RS-232 Controller Connection ...35...
  • Page 11 Service...76 Lamp and Filter Replacement ...81 Filter Replacement ...83 Lens Replacement ...84 Troubleshooting Tips ...85 Error Codes...87 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...91 Serial Command Syntax ...91 Vision 140/150 Specifications ...97 VHD Controller Specifications ...99 Vision 140/150 Dimensions ... 100...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual...
  • Page 13 4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for Vision 140/150 ....... .
  • Page 14 7-1. Vision 140/150 Dimensions ........

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the Vision 140/150. 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 16: Using This Manual

    Introduction Using This Manual 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: TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using certain features.

  • Page 17: Description, Features And Benefits

    The Vision 140 features a 1000W Xenon lamp, while the Vision 150 uses a 1.2-kW Xenon lamp to produce our brightest 1080p pictures ever. Four, high-precision zoom lenses are available with broad motorized horizontal and vertical lens shift capability.

  • Page 18: Key Features And Benefits

    • HDTV Compatible • Multiple lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility Your Vision 140/150 is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888) 4VIDIKRON.

  • Page 19: Controls And Functions

    Figure 2-1 shows the key Vision 140/150 components. Figure 2-1. Vision 140/150 Top/Rear/Front View Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual AC IN 220V 50HZ Controls and Functions Vision 140/150 at a Glance...

  • Page 20: Input Panel

    Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment. REAR FOOT (Stationary) POWER INPUT (200 to 240 VAC) Connect the Vision 140/150 to power here. (The Vision 140 requires 100 to 240 VAC; the Vision 150 requires 200 to 240 VAC.) FRONT IR SENSOR PROJECTION LENS 10.

  • Page 21: Vision 140/150 Input Panel

    Figure 2-2 shows the Vision 140/150 rear input panel. Figure 2-2. Vision 140/150 Input Panel RS232 IN Connect the RS-232 output from the VHD Controller here, using the provided RJ11-to-DB9 adapter and communication cable. RS232 OUT Not used. RS422 Not used.

  • Page 22: Vision 140/150 Rear-Panel Keypad

    MENU Press this button to show or hide the projector menus. The Vision 140/150 has its own internal menu system, separate from that Note of the VHD Controller. However, it is intended for use by trained service personnel only.

  • Page 23: Left Button

    Menu Navigation Buttons: UP BUTTON ( ) Used to move the menu cursor up in the Vision 140/150 menu system. LEFT BUTTON ( ) Used to move the menu cursor left in the Vision 140/150 menu system. DOWN BUTTON ( ) Used to move the menu cursor down in the Vision 140/150 menu system.

  • Page 24: Vhd Controller Front Panel

    Controls and Functions VHD Controller Front Panel Figure 2-4. VHD Controller Front Panel Figure 2-4 shows the controls and indicators on the VHD Controller front panel; the paragraphs that follow describe them. Component SD NTSC 16:9 POWER BUTTON Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to standby mode.

  • Page 25: Vhd Controller Rear Panel

    Figure 2-5. VHD Controller Rear Panel HDMI OUT Connect this to Input 2 (DVI) on the Vision 140/150 (see Figure 2-2). HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (Digital) Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output.

  • Page 26: Main Power Switch

    Controls and Functions Wired input from a wired remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini phono jack, wired as follows: Ring = +5V Tip = IR Input Sleeve = Ground When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected to the Note wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the VHD is disabled.

  • Page 27: Vision 140/150 Remote Control Unit

    Figure 2-6 shows the Vision 140/150 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-6. VHD Controller/Vision 140/150 Remote Control Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual Controls and Functions Vision 140/150 Remote Control Unit...
  • Page 28 UP Button = 16:9 - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - IntelliWide - Cinema - IntelliWide 2.35 DOWN Button = IntelliWide 2.35 - Cinema - IntelliWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - 16:9 Intelliwide 2.35 is available only on the Vision 140/150/CineWide. For Note more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.
  • Page 29 Memory Preset Buttons: ISF NT (Night) Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset. ISF DAY Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset. 10. CUST 2 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset. 11.
  • Page 30 Controls and Functions Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 31: Installation

    2. If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage. The remote control can be used to control the Vision 140/150 within the ranges shown in Figure 3-1.
  • Page 32 Installation • Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature. • The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the VHD Controller away from the fluorescent lamp. • Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver on the VHD Controller or projector.

  • Page 33: Quick Setup

    Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 140/150 installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation Note specialist. Table 3-1. Installation Overview Step Procedure Choose a location for the projector...

  • Page 34: Installation Considerations

    Installation Installation Considerations ➤ Installation Type ➤ Ambient Light 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.

  • Page 35: Throw Distance

    Throw Distance (TD) = Screen Width (w) x Lens Throw Ratio Figure 3-2. Estimating Throw Distance Table 3-3 lists the available lens options for the Vision 140/150 and their associated throw ratios. Table 3-3. Vision 140/150 Lens Options and Throw Ratios...

  • Page 36: Vertical And Horizontal Position

    Installation ➤ Vertical and Horizontal Position ➤ Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular, perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen. Ideally, the projector should be 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.
  • Page 37 100% Width Lens Shift (1.0 x W) Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens or projector is used in this example. Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (EXAMPLE ONLY) Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W) Screen Center...
  • Page 38 Installation Table 3-4 lists the lens shift limits for each available Vision 140/150 lens, as percentages and absolute measurements with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen. Table 3-4. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Lens Shift Limits, as Percentages of Screen Height or Width (Notes 1, 2 and 3)

  • Page 39: Folded Optics

    In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be used to fold the optical path, as shown in Figure 3-6. The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set. If you are considering this type of installation, contact your dealer for assistance.

  • Page 40: Installing The Projection Lens

    Installation Installing the Projection Lens The projection lens is shipped separately from the projector. Proceed as follows to install the projection lens: Remove the lens plug from the lens opening in the projector. Place the lens cap on the projection lens to protect it from being damaged during the installation process.

  • Page 41: Installing The Optional Cinewide Lens Mount

    If you are installing a Vision 140/150 with the optional CineWide or CineWide with AutoScope system, proceed as follows to install the anamorphic lens mounting assembly (stationary base plate or AutoScope lens motor). 1. Do not install the CineWide lens yet, only the mounting plate or lens Note motor.

  • Page 42: Install Projector Stand (Cinewide With Autoscope, Floor-Mount)

    (Skip this step if you are installing a fixed CineWide anamorphic lens, or ceiling-mounting an AutoScope-equipped projector.) If you are installing the Vision 140/150 in an upright position (not ceiling-mounted), use the supplied hardware to attach the projector stand to the bottom of the projector as shown below.

  • Page 43: Mounting The Vision 140/150

    For fixed installations, and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited space for projector and audience, you can invert the Vision 140/150 and suspend it from the ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture.

  • Page 44: Connections To The Vision 140/150 And Vhd Controller

    Connecting the VHD Controller to the Vision 140/150 Proceed as follows to connect the VHD Controller to the Vision 140/150, your video sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power. When connecting your equipment: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

  • Page 45: Connecting Source Components To The Vhd Controller

    Connect your video sources to the VHD Controller as shown and described in the sections that follow. HDMI Connections: See Figure 3-10. Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path, from source component output into the projector.
  • Page 46 Installation Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-11. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-11. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2...
  • Page 47 Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-12. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Red Green Blue Horiz Personal Computer Figure 3-12. Analog RGB Connections Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vert Installation...
  • Page 48 Installation Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-13. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-13. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 49: Controller Connection

    Use a straight-through, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the VHD Controller; see Figure 3-14. For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on page 91.

  • Page 50: Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs To External Theater Equipment

    Outputs to External Theater Equipment If your Vision 140/150 is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, connect the AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the VHD Controller; see Figure 3-15. Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or screen masks) to the other trigger outputs.

  • Page 51: Connecting An External Ir Receiver To The Vhd Controller

    VHD Controller. Connect the other end to your AC power source (100 to 240 VAC). Projector: Similarly connect the Vision 140/150 to a nearby AC outlet. The input voltage to a Vision 140 must be between 100 and 240 VAC. The input voltage to a Vision 150 must be between 200 and 240 VAC.

  • Page 52: Turning On The Power

    Installation Turning on the Power Turn on your source components. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the VHD Controller. If this is an AutoScope-equipped projector, turn on the main power switch at the rear of the AutoScope lens motor. The lens motor power switch is located next to the AC input (see Figure 3-15).

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Picture Orientation

    By default, the Vision 140/150 is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen and/or mounted on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this: Select an input OTHER THAN HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 on the VHD Controller.

  • Page 54: Installing And Adjusting The Cinewide Anamorphic Lens

    Installation 3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens ➤ Attach Lens Mounting Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate (CineWide with AutoScope) or Base Plate (fixed CineWide) If you are installing a CineWide-equipped projector, proceed as follows to install and adjust the anamorphic lens.

  • Page 55: Configure Lens Motor Trigger (Cinewide With Autoscope)

    (Skip this step if you are installing a fixed CineWide anamorphic lens.) CineWide with AutoScope maintains constant image height independent of the aspect ratio, while using the full display resolution of the projector. It accomplishes this by moving the anamorphic lens in front of the primary lens when widescreen material is being viewed. When the viewer transitions back to 16:9 or 4:3 source material, the anamorphic lens moves out of the light path.
  • Page 56 There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is properly Note adjusted, especially at shorter throw distances. If this is the case, Vidikron recommends that you slightly over-scan the image into the screen frame area to mask the distortion.
  • Page 57 Yaw Adjust: Loosen the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to allow the lens to pivot freely from side to side. Then, angle the lens to even out any left-right pincushion distortion: Anamorphic Lens (Top View) Wrong Position Once the proper lens angle has been set, firmly tighten the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place.

  • Page 58: Correct Position

    Installation Grasp the lens by the front ring and rotate the lens until the image is properly anamorphic: Wrong Position When the image geometry appears correct, tighten the three Lens Rotation Set Screws to secure the lens in place. (When viewed from the front, the rear opening on the anamorphic lens should appear as a tall, narrow oval.) Focus: Finally, rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens...

  • Page 59: Calibrating Projector Input 2 (Dvi)

    Controller Remote Control (Figure 2-6) to adjust input image quality, change aspect ratios, switch between sources and more. (The exception to this rule is when sources are connected directly to the projector. Although this is technically possible, Vidikron advises against this.) Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual 3.12...
  • Page 60 Installation SYSTEM MAIN LENS FUNCS SOURC PREV PREV GUIDE GUIDE MENU MENU EXIT INFO Figure 3-17. TheaterMaster Remote Control for Vision 140/150 Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 61: Theatermaster Remote Control Functions

    POWER Button Hold this button down for 1-2 seconds to turn on or off the projector. FUNCS Button This button brings you to a sub-page in which you can access the projector’s internal test patterns, view help text, auto-calibrate the projector and perform various other functions.

  • Page 62: Navigating The Projector Menus

    • Press MENU to leave the menu system and return to the presentation. To set up the Vision 140/150 for use with the VHD Controller, you will use the Channel Setup, Size and Position, Picture Quality, Installation and Lamp Adjust menus.
  • Page 63 When used with the VHD Controller, the HDMI output signal is either “pDig” or “iDig.” Unlocking Channels: Channels are pre-configured at the Vidikron factory for use with the VHD Controller, and are locked to prevent the factory settings from being over-written accidentally.

  • Page 64: Auto Setup

    Next Channel Figure 3-19. Unlocking a Channel Use the Auto Setup feature of the Vision 140/150 as a convenient starting point for calibrating the projector DVI input for optimum picture quality. You cannot use Auto Setup with a locked channel; you must unlock it Note first.

  • Page 65: Size And Position Menu

    The default setting is either No Resizing or Custom, depending on the input signal resolution. Do not change it unless specifically instructed to do so by Vidikron Technical Support. • No Resizing: Select No Resizing to display the image in its native resolution, which may or may not match the projector’s resolution.
  • Page 66 Presets pull-down list. Other resizing options are described below, for the sake of completeness. In actual practice, though, they are rarely (if ever) used when the Vision 140/150 is used with the VHD Controller. • Default Resizing: When you select a new source, the image utilizes as much of the projector’s display area as possible for the type of incoming source data, but with minimal...

  • Page 67: Picture Quality Menu

    Pixel Phase: Adjust pixel phase when the image (usually from an RGB source) still shows shimmer or “noise” after pixel tracking is optimized. Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal. Adjust “Pixel Tracking” before “Pixel Phase.” Note 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”...
  • Page 68 (which reduces high frequencies) may also soften the image. Color Space: “Color Space” determines how the color components of an analog input signal are decoded for accurate color in the display. With the Vision 140/150, this should always be set to RGB.
  • Page 69 • Pre-Calibration: Keep off for virtually all sources (default). Temporarily enter a check mark only if you are an experienced technician and you have an unusual source that you feel needs further color temperature and/or white balance adjustment. After entering a check mark, wait for the six slidebar values to stabilize, then clear the check mark and exit.
  • Page 70 Installation • Clipping Detector: The Clipping Detector is a tool to assist with defining individual input levels, enabling you to accurately set the white balance for any particular source with the appropriate image. Enabling the Clipping Detector activates a special operating mode for detecting only pixels that are considered black or white;...

  • Page 71: Installation Menu

    (refer to Unlocking Channels on page 49), unlock the next channel and repeat the calibration procedure. Do this for each of the remaining channels. Select Installation from the Vision 140/150 Main Menu to access these advanced lamp and lens configuration options: •...
  • Page 72 If both calibrations have been done, the OptiCal checkbox is checked and OptiCal enabled. When OptiCal is enabled, the Vision 140/150 performs a reference calibration when the projector is turned on. The lens returns to its last saved position (or actual position, if no motion calibration has been done previously).

  • Page 73: Working With The Lamp

    Lamp Hours (read-only): Lamp Hours shows the number of hours logged on the current lamp. Whenever you record a new lamp serial number, the Vision 140/150 automatically resets this value to zero and begins to log time for the new lamp.
  • Page 74 • Max Brightness: The lamp will always burn as brightly as possible, driven by 100% of the power level rating for the installed lamp (1,000 Watts for the Vision 140 or 1,200 Watts for the Vision 150). Keep in mind that the “maximum brightness” for any lamp gradually diminishes with the “Intensity”...
  • Page 75 For example, a 1000-Watt lamp can be driven at no more than 1000 Watts. To produce desired brightness at the screen, a new lamp would likely need less than this maximum rating — perhaps 812 Watts (example only). Over time, however, the lamp requires more and more current in order to generate the desired light, until eventually the lamp wattage reaches its 1000-Watt maximum and the lamp power automatically levels off.
  • Page 76 Installation Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 77: Operation

    To select a menu item, use the Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. The Vision 140/150 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.
  • Page 78 Display Device: Configure Service HD Format Triggers Miscellaneous System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for Vision 140/150 Note: Intelliwide 2.35 is available only on Vision 140/150 projectors equipped with the CineWide option (secondary anamorphic lens). Calibration...

  • Page 79: Main Menu

    The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and Note resolution. Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual ” to its left; in this example, 16:9 is Operation Main Menu Vidikron Video Input Source Aspect Ratio Picture Input Position ISF Presets Information...
  • Page 80 Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Control 16:9 16:9 Letterbox IntelliWide I-WIDE Description Select 16:9 to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 16:9 Image on 16:9 Screen (Display) 4:3 images are stretched horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.
  • Page 81 NON-linearly (more on the sides than in the center) to fit 16:9 Image on 16:9 Image on 2.35:1 Screen 2.35:1 Screen a 2.35:1 screen. Intelliwide 2.35 is available only on CineWide-equipped 16:9 Image on Vision 140/150 projectors. 2.35:1 Screen with Intelliwide 2.35 Operation...

  • Page 82: Picture

    Color Tint Sharpness Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your Vision 140/150 for optimum picture quality. The Vision 140/150 has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted,...
  • Page 83 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.
  • Page 84 Operation Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-3. Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Select Contrast and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the white rectangle starts to increase in size.
  • Page 85 Select Color and press ENTER. While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to be a single shade of blue: 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;...

  • Page 86: Input Position

    Operation ➤ Input Position Input Position Left/Right Up/Down Width Height Overscan Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. On your external test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-5. Adjust as needed, looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines in the “sweep”...

  • Page 87: Isf Presets

    For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, Overscan is generally not necessary or desirable. For each input, the Vision 140/150 lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and resolution. Use the ISF Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in the “Custom 1”...

  • Page 88: Calibration

    Operation ➤ Calibration Calibration ISF Night Display Color Input Image Input Color ISF Day Display Color Input Image Input Color Save ISF Settings Output Shift Splash Configure OSD Position Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.
  • Page 89 Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering text. Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the Vision 140/150 display the information you enter here when it is turned on.

  • Page 90: Service

    Note Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns on the Vision 140/150. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars. Press MENU to exit test pattern mode. Input Names: You can give each VHD Controller input a descriptive name. For example, you may want to change the default input name to the type of source component connected to it: “VCR,”...

  • Page 91: Vertical Keystone Correction

    When you change a remote code on the VHD Controller, you must re-program your remote control to send that same code. To do this: Using a straightened paper clip or similar object, press and hold the CODE button on the remote control for approximately three seconds, or until the LED on the remote lights solid red.
  • Page 92 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 93 System Reset: To reset ALL projector and controller settings (including image settings) back to their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu. A confirmation message appears, reminding you to save your settings before you perform the reset, so that you can restore them afterwards. If you have done this, select Confirm to continue with the reset.
  • Page 94 Operation Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 95: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    The Vision 140/150 uses a Cermax® Xenon lamp to deliver its high brightness. The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 1000 hours), or sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. When you replace a lamp, you should replace the filters as well.
  • Page 96 Grasp the lamp by its housing only and pull it straight out (lamp slides along guides) until it’s free; see Figure 5-3. Discard the lamp using safe disposal/recycling practices or contact your Vidikron dealer for a possible re-lamping program. Figure 5-3. Removing the Lamp Align the new lamp with the top and bottom guides on the left side of the lamp compartment;...

  • Page 97: Filter Replacement

    13. Press ENTER to accept the change. This adds the new lamp serial number to the Lamp History menu and resets the Lamp Hours timer to “0.” Lamp Mode and Lamp Limit remain as they were for the previous lamp and can be changed at any time. Lamp Adjust Lamp Hours Lamp S/N...

  • Page 98: Lens Replacement

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lens Replacement If you need to remove the lens – either to replace it or to prepare the projector for shipment – proceed as follows: Power down the projector and wait five minutes to allow the lamp to cool. Remove the secondary anamorphic lens, if present.

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting Tips

    Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the Vision 140/150. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact Vidikron Technical Support. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart...
  • Page 100 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Symptom The display is jittery or • unstable. • Image is too bright and/or • lacks definition in the bright areas of the image. Image appears “washed out” • and/or dark areas appear too bright.

  • Page 101: Error Codes

    Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the projector’s rear-panel keypad) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron technical support if the error persists.
  • Page 102 Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the projector’s rear-panel keypad) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron technical support if the error persists.
  • Page 103 Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the projector’s rear-panel keypad) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron technical support if the error persists.
  • Page 104 Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the projector’s rear-panel keypad) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron technical support if the error persists.

  • Page 105: Serial Communications

    To interface the VHD Controller 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 3-14. Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no flow control.
  • Page 106 Serial Communications Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Parameter Command (min/max) Input Selection Commands COMPONENT COMPOSITE HDMI1 HDMI2 INPUT? SVIDEO1 SVIDEO2 Aspect Ratio Commands 16:9 ASPECT? ASPECTIN? ASPECTOUT? CINEMA LETTERBOX OUT169 OUT235 INTELLIWIDE INTELLI235 Value Description Stored? Selects the Component input Selects the Composite video input Selects the HDMI1 input Selects the HDMI2 input...
  • Page 107 Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Parameter Command (min/max) Picture Adjust Commands BRIGHTNESS -100/100 BRIGHTNESS? CHROMADELAY -12/12 CHROMADELAY? COLOR -100/100 COLOR? CONTRAST -100/100 CONTRAST? FILMMODE FILMMODE? FILTER 0/15 FILTER? PHASE PHASE? SHARPNESS -6/6 SHARPNESS? TINT -100/100 TINT? Image Preset Commands CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 NIGHT PRESET?
  • Page 108 Serial Communications Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Parameter Command (min/max) Input Position Commands IHEIGHT -100/100 IHEIGHT? IHPOS -100/100 IHPOS? IVPOS -100/100 IVPOS? IWIDTH -100/100 IWIDTH? OVERSCAN 0/10 OVERSCAN? Output Shift Commands OHEIGHT -100/100 OHEIGHT? OHPOS -100/100 OHPOS? OVPOS -100/100 OVPOS? OWIDTH -100/100 OWIDTH?
  • Page 109 Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Parameter Command (min/max) Miscellaneous Commands BKGND -100/100 BKGND? DATE? DISPLAY? HDINPUTRES HWVER? INRES? LENS1? LENS2? SWVER? TRIGGER The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control or VHD Controller front panel. Each button has its own serial command, so effectively it is as if you were using the IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands.
  • Page 110 Serial Communications Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 111: Specifications

    Table 7-1 lists the Vision 140/150 specifications. Table 7-1. Vision 140/150 Specifications Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), 3-chip, 16:9 LightAmp™ DMD Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2 Video Standards: Refer to Table 7-2...
  • Page 112 Brightness: 86.5 foot-Lamberts (fL) (Vision 140); 102.0 fL (Vision 150) Contrast Ratio (variable, based on lens aperture setting): 235:1 - 275:1 (Vision 140); 224:1 - 275:1 (Vision 150) Light Output: 2750 ANSI Lumens (Vision 140); 3517 ANSI Lumens (Vision 150) Contrast Ratio (variable, based on lens aperture setting): 235:1 - 275:1 (Vision 140);...

  • Page 113: Vhd Controller Specifications

    Table 7-2 lists the VHD Controller specifications. Table 7-2. VHD Controller Specifications Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, IntelliWide, Cinema, Intelliwide 2.35 Video Standards: NTSC, PAL Inputs: (1) Composite; (2) S-Video; (1) Component; (2) HD-R (Pr), G (Y), B (Pb), H, V; (2) HDMI with HDCP Outputs: HDMI with HDCP Control Options:...

  • Page 114: Vision 140/150 Dimensions

    Specifications Vision 140/150 Dimensions Figure 7-1 shows the Vision 140/150 dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). 25.9 22.9 13.4 12.4 10.1 25.9 Figure 7-1. Vision 140/150 Dimensions Ø 8.8 13.4 Vision Model 140/150 Installation/Operation Manual 25.9...
  • Page 116 020-0833-01 Rev. A March 2008 1-888-4-VIDIKRON Fax 503-748-8161 www.vidikron.com SE RI A L NUM BE R...

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