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O W N E R ' S
1080p LightAmp™ Digital Projector
O P E R A T I N G
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 O W N E R ’ S 1080p LightAmp™ Digital Projector Vision 140/CineWide™ with AutoScope™ Vision 150/CineWide™ with AutoScope™ O P E R A T I N G 140/150 Vision 140 Vision 140/CineWide™ Vision 150 Vision 150/CineWide™ M A N U A L...

  • 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: Copyright And Trademarks

    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

    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

    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 8 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 9 4. Operation ... 63 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ... 81 6. Serial Communications ... 91 7. Specifications ... 97 Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Using the On-Screen Menus ...63 Main Menu ...65 Input Source ...65 Aspect Ratio ...65 Picture ...68 Input Position...72...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 11 4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for Vision 140/150 ....... .
  • Page 12 7-1. Vision 140/150 Dimensions ........

  • Page 13: 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 14: Using This Manual

    Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. If you need... Information about obtaining service General information about the Vision Model 140/150 LightAmp™ Projector and VHD Controller Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions...

  • Page 15: Description, Features And Benefits

    CineWide maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater. When a viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider while full height is maintained. Also available with the Vision 140/150 is CineWide with AutoScope™, an enhanced, remote-controlled motorized version of CineWide.

  • Page 16: 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 17: 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 Owner’s Operating Manual AC IN 220V 50HZ Controls and Functions Vision 140/150 at a Glance...

  • Page 18: 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 19: 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 20: 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 21: 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 22: Vhd Controller Front Panel

    Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected menu or – if no menu is selected – the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio. 480i V150 Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 23: 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 24: Main Power Switch

    Connect the VHD Controller to power here. 12. MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow). 13. MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the VHD Controller. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 25: 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 Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions Vision 140/150 Remote Control Unit...
  • Page 26 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 27 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 (CineWide-equipped projectors only) Selects the IntelliWide 2.35 aspect ratio, used for viewing 16:9 source material on a 2.35:1 screen. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
  • Page 28 Controls and Functions Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 29: 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 30 • The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright sunlight or fluorescent lighting. • Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this happens, point the remote control at the VHD Controller, and repeat the operation. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 31: 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 32: Installation Considerations

    • Projector access is more difficult • Requires separate room • Installation cost is usually higher • Requires separate room • Installation cost is usually higher • Requires separate room • Installation cost is usually higher Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 33: 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 34: Vertical And Horizontal Position

    Figure 3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (EXAMPLE ONLY) Ceiling Lens Center Lens Center Floor Screen Center Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual 50% Height Lens Shift (0.5 x H) 100% Height Lens Shift (1.0 x H)
  • Page 35 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 Owner’s Operating Manual 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W)
  • Page 36 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 37: 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. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Mirror Installation Folded Optics...

  • Page 38: Installing The Projection Lens

    Figure 3-7. Lens Assembly (Front View) With the lens fully inserted (and connected), turn it clockwise until the lens release button “pops” indicating the lens is fully inserted. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 39: 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 40: 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 41: 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 42: 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 43: Connecting Source Components To The Vhd Controller

    INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Figure 3-10. HDMI Source Connections Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Component Video Video S-Video 2 HDMI Source (HD-DVD/BD/DVD Player or HD Tuner with...
  • Page 44 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 Component Video Vert Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 45 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 Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vert Installation...
  • Page 46 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 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 47: Controller Connection

    RS-232 Out RS-232 Control to Automation/ Control System or PC Figure 3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground (none of the other pins are used) Installation RS-232 Controller...

  • Page 48: 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 49: Connecting An External Ir Receiver To The Vhd Controller

    Note built-in IR sensor on the VHD Controller is disabled. The Vision 140/150 system includes two (2) AC power cords (one each for the VHD Controller and projector). VHD Controller: Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the VHD Controller.

  • Page 50: Turning On The Power

    The fluorescent display on the VHD Controller indicates the active source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio; for example: Current Source Component SD NTSC 16:9 Aspect Ratio Input Format Resolution 480i V150 Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 51: 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 52: Installing And Adjusting The Cinewide Anamorphic Lens

    Z-Adjustment Plate pass through the corresponding slots on the carriage plate or base plate. Secure the Lens Mounting Assembly to the plate with the Z-Adjustment Levers and Washers that you removed in Step 1. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 53: Configure Lens Motor Trigger (Cinewide With Autoscope)

    Too Far Right When the horizontal position is properly set, tighten the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER. repeatedly with no menus visible on-screen. Correct position...
  • Page 54 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 55 Input an anamorphic cross-hatch test pattern to the VHD Controller. Loosen the three Lens Rotation Set Screws (shown at right) on the lens adapter plate just enough to allow it to rotate freely. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Correct Position Installation...

  • Page 56: Correct Position

    Focus: Finally, rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine-tune the optical focus. When finished, hand-tighten the Focus Rotation Set Screw to lock the lens in position. Correct Position Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 57: 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 Owner’s Operating Manual 3.12...
  • Page 58 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 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 59: Theatermaster Remote Control Functions

    15. FUNCTION Button Though labeled DIS, this button has been programmed as a “function” button used in several menu items. (You can also use the FUNCN button in the Functions LCD Menu.) Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation TheaterMaster Remote...

  • Page 60: 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 61 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 62: 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 63: 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 64 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 65: Picture Quality Menu

    2.2 is correct for virtually all signals and conditions. If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see details in dark areas, lower the gamma setting to compensate. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation Picture Quality Menu...
  • Page 66 (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 67 Images from this source will then display correct Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation...
  • Page 68 (red, green or or blue) until one black band appears. 5. Adjust corresponding white level (red, green or or blue) until one bright band appears. 3. Choose one primary color at a time. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 69: 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 70 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 71: 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 72 • Intensity: Brightness will remain close to a specified level for as long as possible. If you select this option, enter a number representing the intensity level (brightness) you want to maintain – the Vision 140/150 automatically adjusts power as needed to maintain this intensity as closely as possible.
  • Page 73 Change Lamp: Select Change Lamp from the Lamp menu to record the serial number for a newly-installed lamp. For detailed lamp replacement instructions, refer to Lamp and Filter Replacement on page 81. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation...
  • Page 74 Installation Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 75: 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 76 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 77: Main Menu

    The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “ selected. The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and Note resolution. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual ” to its left; in this example, 16:9 is Operation Main Menu Vidikron Video...
  • Page 78 16:9 Screen (Display) a 16:9 screen. 4:3 Image on 16:9 Screen with IntelliWide On a 2.35:1 screen, the image is centered between black 4:3 Image on bars on either side. 2.35:1 Screen with IntelliWide Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 79 Aspect Ratio Control Cinema CINEMA (Cinema aspect ratio / no CineWide) Intelliwide 2.35 Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Description Select Cinema to view 2.35 source material in its native aspect ratio. With a 16:9 screen and a non-CineWide projector (no anamorphic lens), the upper 2.35:1 Image on...

  • Page 80: 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 81 • The dark gray areas are barely visible. • The lighter gray areas are clearly visible. • The white areas are a comfortable level of true white. • The image contains only black, gray and white (no color). Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 82 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 Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 83 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. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...

  • Page 84: 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. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 85: 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 86: Calibration

    “half on, half off” graphic image. (You may notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this case.) Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 87 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 88: 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 89: Vertical Keystone Correction

    • Lens: Select Lens from the Display Device menu to access the motorized lens controls. Refer to Primary Lens Adjustments on page 39. • Auto Setup: Refer to Auto Setup on page 50. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Positive values compress top.
  • Page 90 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 91 Day/Night presets (page 75), Output Shift settings (page 75), Input Names (page 76) and Trigger settings (page 78). Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to apply all previously-saved settings to the projector and VHD Controller. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...
  • Page 92 Operation Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 93: 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 94 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 95: Filter Replacement

    Pull the filters out of the projector and discard. Do not reuse filters. Insert the new filters with the wired side in. Replace the filter access panels and tighten the screws to secure them. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Right Side Filter Access Cover Front Filter Access Cover...

  • Page 96: Lens Replacement

    Grasping the lens barrel, turn it in a counter-clockwise direction until it stops. Then, pull it forward to remove it (disconnects from the connector assembly). Note: The connector assembly moves as you turn the lens. Figure 5-6. Removing the Primary Lens Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 97: 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 98 VHD Controller. lens motor and VHD Controller (Figure 3-15). Incorrect trigger • Correct the trigger assignment. assignment (refer to Configure Lens Motor Trigger (CineWide with AutoScope) on page 41). Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Solution...

  • Page 99: 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 100 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 101 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: Serial Communications

    Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >). Table 6-1. Serial Commands Parameter Command (min/max) Power On/Off Commands POWER POWER? Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Turns projector off Turns projector on Turns projector on and off Returns power status...
  • Page 104 Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio Sets the output screen to 1.78:1 (16:9) Sets the output screen to 2.35:1 Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio Selects the IntelliWide aspect ratio Selects the Intelliwide 2.35 aspect ratio Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 105 -100/100 TINT? Image Preset Commands CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 NIGHT PRESET? Vision Model 140/150 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 106 Sets the value for output horizontal position Returns output horizontal position value Sets the value for output vertical position Returns output vertical position value Sets the value for output width Returns output horizontal width value Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 107 OSD responses just like the IR remote. DOWN ENTER LEFT MENU RIGHT Vision Model 140/150 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 108 Serial Communications Notes: Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 109: 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 110 CSMS measurements. Industry-Standard Specifications These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications found in most companies’ sales literature. Vidikron includes these measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other manufacturers’ projectors. These measurements are typically taken at 9,000K to 13,000K to get expected performance data when the projector is used in professional, commercial and industrial displays.

  • Page 111: Vhd Controller Specifications

    Limited Warranty: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Vision Model 140/150 Owner’s Operating Manual Discrete infrared remote Serial commands via RS-232 Front-panel controls Specifications...

  • Page 112: 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 Owner’s Operating Manual 25.9...
  • Page 114 RUMA-011230 rev. 07-06-07 v2.0 Vidikron 2900 Faber Street Union City, CA 94587 510-324-5900 Fax 510-324-5905 1-888-4-VIDIKRON www.vidikron.com SE RI A L NUM BE R...

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