Table of Contents Table of Contents ... 1 Warning ... 4 Two Year Limited Warranty ... 6 Overview ... 8 Features ... 8 Projector Exterior View ... 10 Front / Upper Side ... 10 Rear / Bottom Side ... 11 Controls and Functions ...
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Vidikron Owner’s Manual Installation For Vision Model 20ET (With 2.31 - 3.06 Lens) ... 22 Throw Distance Chart For Vision Model 20ET (With 2.31 - 3.06 Lens) ... 23 Connecting ... 24 Connecting Video Inputs ... 25 Video / S-Video / Component (Interlaced Video) ... 25 Progressive Component (DTV Y/PB/PR) ...
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Service ... 41 White Balance ... 41 Blue Enable ... 42 Reset Lamp Timer ... 42 Additional Information ... 43 Replace the Lamp (Contact your Vidikron Dealer) ... 43 Troubleshooting ... 44 Specifications ... 46 Dimensions ... 48 RS-232 Setup ... 49 RS-232C Control Codes ...
Vidikron Vision Model 20/ Vision Model 20ET Owner’s Manual 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 high performance home theater. For the best results, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation.
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The 12V trigger outputs 12V DC for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could cause damage to this unit. Only use accessories specified by Vidikron. Keep the packing material in case the projector should ever need to be shipped.
(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.
Vidikron Authorized Service Cen- ter. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs. If, solely in Vidikron's judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Vidikron factory, it is the owner's responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair.
Two Lens Options with Variable Throw Distances for Versatile Installation Convenience De-interlacing with 3:2 Pull-down Using Vidikron’s proprietary de-interlacing technology, this projector provides exceptional scaling and film to video (3:2 pulldown) conver- sion for the most artifact-free images possible. Chip Display Device...
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PIP/ PBP function Picture in picture/ Picture by picture functions allow you to display two inputs on the screen at the same time. Video Memory This projector allows the user to store up to three different settings per input. Overview...
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Projector Exterior View Front / Upper Side 1. Front Lamp Cover Remove this cover when replacing the lamp. (See page 43.) 2. Projection Lens 3. Front IR Sensor 4. Ventilation Holes (intake) 5. Ventilation Holes (exhaust) 6. Focus Ring and Zoom Ring Access Adjusts the focus and zoom of image.
Rear / Bottom Side 1. Connector Panel For more details, see "Connector Panel" on page 14. 2. Back IR Sensor 3. AC Power IN Socket 4. AC Power Switch AC main power switch. 5. Ventilation Holes (exhaust) 6. Ventilation Holes (intake) 7.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Controls and Functions Control Panel...
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9. LAMP LED Indicates the status of lamp. Lit red when the lamp has developed a problem. Please contact your Vidikron dealer for assistance. 10. Zoom Ring Adjusts the size of image Rotate clockwise to enlarge the image or rotate counterwise to make the image smaller.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Connector Panel 1. Video (RCA Jack) Composite video signal input. 2. S-Video (mini DIN 4-pin) Y/C (S-video) signal input 3. Component (RCA Jacks) 480i Component (Y/C ) video signal input 4. RGB/ HDTV (BNC) or Progressive Scan DVD players DTV Y/P or DTV RGB video signal input.
Remote Control MEMORY M1, M2, M3, DEFAULT Recall video memory sequentially (see "Selecting Video Memory" on page 30) ARROW ( , , , ) Use to select the menu or to make various adjustments. ENTER Enter the setting of items in the menu. Overview Hold down this button for ONE second to turn on the unit.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual ASPECT RATIO ANAMORPHIC For 16: 9 DVDs. 4 X 3 The input signal will be scaled to fit 4: 3 display mode in the center of screen. LETTERBOX Letterbox mode. Image in letter- box format is enlarged to fit 16:9 full screen display and the upper/lower portion are “blanked off”.
Installation Remote Control Push down on the tab and lift to open the cover. Install the two AAA batteries with the correct polarity, then close the cover. Notes on Batteries Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries. Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Projector Connect the Power Cord Plug the supplied power cord into the AC inlet in the rear of this unit. (AC 100V ~ 240V) Turn on the main power switch on the rear of this unit (next to the AC inlet). The POWER LED will light up in orange.
Installation Adjust the height There are 4 screw adjusters on the bottom of this unit. You can adjust the height or projection angle of this unit by using these adjusters.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Installation For Vision Model 20 (With 1.71 - 2.06 Lens) Ceiling Between 6.10 - 27.36 in. (155 - 695 mm) 4.89 in. (124.2 mm) 5.51 in. (140 mm) Screen __________ (H) x __________ (W) B) THROW DISTANCE: V20 16 x 9 Screens:...
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Installation For Vision Model 20ET (With 2.31 - 3.06 Lens) Ceiling Between 6.10 - 27.36 in. (155 - 695 mm) 4.89 in. (124.2 mm) 5.51 in. (140 mm) Screen __________ (H) x __________ (W) B) THROW DISTANCE: V20ET 16 x 9 Screens:...
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Connecting When connecting, make sure to: Turn off all equipment before making any connections. Use the correct signal cables for each source. Ensure the cables are firmly connected.
Connecting RGBHV (DTV RGB) DTV Source The RGB BNC input supports two kinds of HDTV formats: Progressive component (DTV Y/P ) and DTV RGB. The unit will detect the resolution automatically.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Connecting a Computer or HDCP Compatible Video Device With DVI-I Output This unit is compatible with the following computer resoultions: 1280x720, 1024x768, 800x600, 640x480. PC, Notebook, set top box or other video device with DVI output...
Basic Operation Basic Operation Turning on the Power The Power LED lights orange when power is applied and the power switch is turned Press and hold the ON key on the remote control or the Power key on the projector for ONE second to turn on the unit.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Zoom/ Focusing Adjust the projection image size you need with the zoom ring on the lens. To focus the image, rotate the focus ring on the lens. Selecting Video Memory Press MEM1, MEM2, MEM3 buttons to recall settings in the memory.
Selecting Input Source When this unit is turned on, it will search for the input source you last selected. You may select the input source directly on the remote control. Setting Menu Press the Menu button to turn on /off the on-screen menu. Use the ARROW buttons ( , , , ) to select the menu or to make various adjustments.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Selecting "ASPECT RATIO" Select the proper aspect ratio according to the content being used. There are four aspect ratios for choice. ANAMORPHIC: The image is compressed vertically, but anamorphic software will appear properly proportioned. This is best suited for use with 16:9 DVD's.
Basic Operation Turning off the Power Press the OFF key on the remote control to turn off the unit. The POWER LED will blink green and the fans will speed up for a quick cool down. The projector will not respond to any command for 90 seconds.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Menu Using the Menu This unit is equipped with an on-screen display (OSD) menu for making various adjustments and settings. There are five different menu languages; see page 40 Language setting for more details. Press the Menu button to turn on /off the on-screen display menu.
Main Menu When the Menu button is pressed on the remote control, the main menu will appear on-screen. An example of the main menu is shown right. Use and then press the Enter or button. Picture Quality Adjustments To access the picture quality adjustments, press Menu, highlight Picture Adjust and press Enter .
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Image Options 1 Image Options Input Select Aspect Ratio HD/RGB Adjust Memory Store Memory Recall Input Select From Input Select submenu, you are free to choose one of the 6 input sources as long as you are sure the projector is connected with the correct signal cables.
Aspect Ratio There are four aspect ratios available that can be selected for video signal inputs. 16:9 Screens: Anamorphic: The image is compressed vertically, but anamorphic software will appear properly proportioned. This is best suited for use with 16:9 DVD's. Standard (4/3): The input signal will be scaled to fit in the center of the 16:9 screen.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Image Option 2 Image Options Input Select Aspect Ratio HD/RGB Adjust Memory Store Memory Recall HD/RGB Adjust.: The following settings are only available with a PC or DTV RGB signal. There is no position adjustment when using DVI-D signal.
Projector Status Vision Model 40 Picture Adjust Image Options Status Status Install Service Default: Use this function to reset all values of the current source back to factory default. Sleep Timer: To setup auto off timer. The setting timer is from 10 minutes to 3 hours. Lamp Hours: To check for total time of lamp usage.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Install Install Language Picture Configuration Keystone OSD Position Background Color Test Patterns Press Enter on selected feature to open the Install menu. Language: There are 5 different menu languages available: English, French, Spanish, German and Italian. Picture Orientation: The projector can be installed on a ceiling or in a rear screen configuration with one or more mirrors. There are four settings: FLOOR FRONT, CEILING FRONT, FLOOR REAR, and CEILING REAR.
Service The Service menu is passcode protected and for use by Vidikron per- sonnel only. Many of the adjustments available in this section are intended for use by trained service personnel only. If you are having difficulty with one of these items, please contact your Vidikron Dealer for service.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Blue Enable This mutes the red and green image. Use this function in combination with the external color bar pattern to adjust for proper color and tint settings without using a blue filter. To quickly exit this function, select any other color temperature in the...
Additional Information Replace the Lamp (Contact your Vidikron Dealer) Loosen the screw of front lamp cover. Loosen the three screws on the lamp shield. Take off the lamp shield. Take off the front lamp cover. Loosen the two screws on the lamp module.
Vidikron Owner’s Manual Insert the new lamp mod- ule into the projector hori- zontally until it is securely in place. Tighen the two screws on the lamp module. Put on the front lamp cover. Tighten the screw of front lamp cover.
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Check the connection. S-Video, Component, Component HD, RGB HD and DVI-I on the remote control. Please contact your Vidikron dealer for assistance. Correctly connect the cables to the appropriate terminals. Adjust the focus of projection lens with the focus ring.
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*ANSI Lumen specification: This is the typical projector luminosity (brightness) specification found in most sales literature. This measurement is included in Vidikron literature to allow for direct comparison with other manufacturer's projectors. These measurements can be taken at 9,000 to 13,000 degree Kelvin to get expected performance data when the projector is used in professional, commercial, and industrial displays.
RS-232 Setup Baud Rate: 115200 or 9600 Parity: None Data Bits: 8 Bits Stop Bits: 1 Bit Flow Control: None RS-232C Control Codes Code Function Power On Power Off Message On Message Off Menu (arrow key) Enter (arrow key) Exit (arrow key) Up (arrow key) Down (arrow key) Left (arrow key)
Vidikron Owner’s Manual PC Out Adapter 1. Connect D-Sub 9-pin female to RJ-11 adapter (not included) to Com port on PC. 2. Connect RJ-11 to Projector. RJ-11 to D-Sub 9-pin (not included) RS-232 For D-Sub 9-pin (not included) D-Sub 9-pin female...
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