(6) months or 1000 hours, which ever 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, which ever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user.
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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.
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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 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
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.
Safety Precautions ... vi 1. Introduction ... 1 2. Controls and Functions ... 5 3. Installation ... 13 Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual About This Manual ... 1 Target Audience... 1 If You Have Comments About This Manual..1 Textual and Graphic Conventions ...
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Lamp Replacement ...52 Troubleshooting Tips ...53 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...55 Serial Command Syntax ...55 Vision 10/12 Specifications ...57 Vision 10/12 Dimensions ...59 Computer Signal Compatibility ...60 Video Signal Compatibility ...62 viii Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the Vision 10/12. 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.
Information about obtaining service General information about the Vision 10/Vision 12 DLP Projector Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions Troubleshooting tips Vision 10/Vision 12 DLP Projector specifications ... Turn to page: Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
• High-performance Digital Light Processing (DLP™) engine • DVI Input with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) • HDTV Ready Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Vidikron proudly introduces its most affordable home theater projectors to date -- the Vision Model 10 and Model 12.
Parts List Your Vision 10/12 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. • Vision 10/Vision 12 DLP Projector • Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries •...
Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the locations of key Vision 10/12 projector components. Figure 2-1. Vision 10/12 Top/Front/Side View Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions Vision 10/12 at a Glance Front/Top/Side View...
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10. TEMPERATURE INDICATOR Flashes blue when the projector is overheated. 11. POWER INDICATOR Lights solid blue when the projector is in standby mode; flashes blue during cool-down. During normal operation, this LED is off. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
Figure 2-2. Vision 10/12 Rear/Top/Side View Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions Rear/Top/Side View...
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12-VOLT TRIGGER (3.5-mm mini phono jack) For connecting to retractable screens or other devices that respond to 12-volt triggers. Outputs +12 volts / 250 milliamps when the projector is turned on. LAMP COVER 10. EXHAUST VENT Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
Figure 2-3 shows the Vision 10/12 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-3. Vision 10/12 Remote Control Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Vision 10/12 Remote Control Controls and Functions...
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Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset. ENTER Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting. MENU Press this button to access the on-screen display (OSD) controls. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display patterns. 14. EXIT Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one. 15. NUMBER KEYS Use these buttons to enter menu passcodes. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
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Controls and Functions Notes: Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries. • If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Remote Control Installation...
• If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the batteries with new ones. • 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 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
Component SD; save settings when finished: • Aspect ratio • Brightness • Contrast • Color level • Tint • Input position Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Quick Setup For Details, refer to page... 18, 31 34 through 43 Installation...
• 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 Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens is used in this example. Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual 100% Width Lens Shift (1.0 x W) 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W)
If you do this, you may need to shift the image or apply keystone correction using the on-screen display (OSD) controls, to compensate. For detailed instructions, refer to Using the On-Screen Menus on page 32. Vision 10 21.60 32.40 7.68 7.68 Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Vision 12 24.84 34.02...
This type of mounting is recommended for fixed installations and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited space for projector and audience. Use only the Vidikron-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your Note projector.
VESA DDC-compatible computer communicate their setting requirements, allowing for quick and easy setup. In order for Plug and Play to work correctly, you must turn on the projector before you turn on the connected computer. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
DVD player or DTV decoder DVI-D cable Desktop Computer DVI-D cable Figure 3-7. DVI Source Connections Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation...
(CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, switch the notebook computer to “CRT only” mode. If you are unsure how to do this, refer to your notebook computer’s user manual. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation...
Composite/S-Video Connections: The Vision 10/12 has S-Video and composite video inputs for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or DVD player; see Figure 3-11. Video equipment S-Video cable Video cable Figure 3-11. Composite and S-Video Connections Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
Tilting the projector may cause keystone distortion. To correct this, refer Note to Keystone Correction on page 45. Figure 4-1. Adjusting the Feet Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Turning on the Power Adjusting the Projector Height or Projection Angle...
To do this: Press MENU. Select Installation from the Main Menu. Select Picture Configuration from the Installation Menu. Choose Floor Rear, Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear, to match the installation method. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
To focus the projected image, rotate the focus ring left or right. To make the picture larger (zoom in), rotate the zoom ring to the left, toward the Vidikron logo. To make the picture smaller (zoom out), rotate the zoom ring to the right.
(Vertical) ) on the remote , depending on the OSD position) to access ) to select the setting you want to change. ) to change that setting; Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual ) to change it.
Otherwise, the change will be lost when a different input is selected. (The aspect ratio is saved for each input and resolution separately.) For information about saving settings, refer to Save Settings on page 42. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Anamorphic (16/9) Standard (4/3) LetterBox IntelliWide I-WIDE Cinema CINEMA Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Description Select Anamorphic to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native 16:9 Image on aspect ratio. 4:3 images are 16:9 Screen stretched horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.
ISF certified installation technician. All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each input separately. Vidikron recommends calibrating the Vision 10/12 inputs in the following order: Component 1 / Component 2...
• 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). Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-7. Figure 4-7. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. 2. Color and tint controls are not available on the DVI or RGB-HD inputs. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...
All images will be more vibrant while still showing good detail in dark areas. The default Gamma setting is appropriate for most typical home cinema environments. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
X-adjustment To restore the default color temperature, select Reset Color Temp and press ENTER. Press ENTER again to confirm. Figure 4-9. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Y-adjustment red hues blue hues green hues...
Use either setting in this case.) To restore the original Clock and Phase settings, select Reset and press ENTER, then press ENTER again to confirm the reset. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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(200W). Generally, lower lamp output can prolong the life of the lamp, but decreases brightness. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual ) to select H Position. Then, use the ) to select V Position. Then, use the ) to set it to ON.
Should you ever need to contact Vidikron Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues. Restore Factory Settings: To reset all items in the Image Options menu to their factory default values, select Restore Factory Settings and press ENTER.
High Speed Mode to prevent it from overheating. Set Fan High Speed Mode to ON to run the fan at high speed; set it to OFF to run the fan at normal speed. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...
ENTER. The Vision 10/12 shows the number of hours the projector lamp has been in service and asks you to confirm or cancel the reset. Press ENTER to confirm or EXIT to cancel. For detailed lamp replacement instructions, refer to Lamp Replacement on page 52. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
ISF Enable: Use ISF Enable to control the display of the ISF logo on the Vision 10/12 splash screen upon power-up; see Figure 4-11. Figure 4-11. ISF-Enabled Vision 10/12 Splash Screen Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Intensity Saturation...
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Splash Screen Timer: Press the right- or left-arrow buttons to set the Splash Screen Timer. This timer controls how long the startup (ISF and Vidikron logo) image stays on-screen after you turn on the projector. Select from 15 to 60 seconds, in 5-second increments.
• The surface of the lens is easily damaged. Do not scrape or hit the lens. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Projector Cleaning the Lens...
Wait until the cooling fan stops. Unplug the power cord. Remove dust by placing the cleaner hose on the intake and exhaust vents. Side and front view Ventilation holes Power OFF button Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
• For lamp replacement, please contact your nearest Vidikron authorized service center or Vidikron dealer. Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself! This projector uses a pressurized mercury lamp. A loud sound may indicate Caution lamp failure.
Calibration menu and press ENTER. The Vision 10/12 shows the number of hours the projector lamp has been in service and asks you to confirm or cancel the reset. Press ENTER again to confirm. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
• back on after it was powered down, or the image disappears during operation. • Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Possible Cause(s) The Vision 10/12 is not • Ensure that the Vision plugged in or the AC outlet 10/12 is plugged in and is not active.
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes: Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual...
2. The power on command (PON) will not provide an OK reply; it will instead reply with a random character. For your automation system, simply ensure that you receive a character after the PON command. If you do not get any reply after PON, send PON again. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Description RRAOK...
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2. The power on command (PON) will not provide an OK reply; it will instead reply with a random character. For your automation system, simply ensure that you receive a character after the PON command. If you do not get any reply after PON, send PON again. Description Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Reply RRDOK RRDOK...
Source Inputs: Control Options: RS-232 Communication Parameters: Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Digital Light Processing (DLP), single-chip DMD Vision Model 10: 1024 x 576 (16:9) Vision Model 12: 1280 x 720 (16:9) 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, IntelliWide, Cinema,...
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Contrast Ratio: 2400:1 (Vision Model 10); 2550:1 (Vision Model 12) 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...
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2. When this projector receives 640 × 350 VESA format VGA signals, “640 × 400” appears on the screen. 3. Interlaced video signals received through the RGB input may not display correctly. If this occurs, use the Component 1, Component 2, S-video or Composite video input instead. Vidikron Vision Model 10/Model 12 Owner’s Operating Manual Vertical VESA...
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