Contents Introducing Your ... 2 Features Important Safeguards ... 5 Package Contents ... 7 Accessories Turning on the Main Power ... 9 Front Controls ... 11 Back Connections ...12 Side Connections Connecting Components...13 Understanding Video Connections Connecting your DVD Player Using Component Video ...16 Using S-Video...
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Adjusting Your Micro Chip Display Projection TV Settings...30 ...31 Using the OSD OSD Menu and Options Maintenance and Troubleshooting...38 Cleaning and Maintenance ...32 ...39...
Introducing Your Micro Chip Display Projection TV This chapter provides basic information about Your Chip Display Projection TV. Read this chapter to learn about : Features Warnings and Safeguards Package Contents Controls and Connections Micro...
Features A bright, flicker-free image Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display minimal motion artifacts (noise) Accurate color processing Two high-definition component video input sources that automatically synchronize the display to match the incoming source Picture-in-picture (PIP) modes that let you watch multiple programs simultaneously HDTV signal compatibility using an external HDTV decoder with DVI, RGB or component video outputs...
Important Safeguards Warning Risk of electric shock – Do not open this RPTV To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the back cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Removing the back cover voids the warranty. Have your Micro Chip Display Projection TV repaired by qualified service personnel only.
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Do not place your Micro Chip Display Projection TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces. Never place your Micro Chip Display Projection TV near or over a radiator or heat source. Do not install your Micro Chip Display Projection TV in an enclosed area unless correct ventilation is provided.
Accessories You can purchase these optional accessories for your Micro Chip Display Projection TV : Filters Lamps Contact for these and other accessories.
Turning on the Main Power To turn on the power : 1 Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of Your Micro Chip Display Projection TV, then plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector.
Front Controls Remote Control Sensor Volume Adjust Input Power MENU Power Channel Adjust Lamp Status...
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Button Remote control sensor Volume +/- and Adjustment Channel +/- and Adjustment MENU / EXIT Input Power Power LED Lamp LED Description Receives signals from the remote control. Do not block. Increases or decreases the volume. OSD active: Adjusts on-screen display (OSD) options.
Back Connections S-Video In (AV1, AV2) Audio Out Composite AV Component AV In (AV1, AV2) In (COMP1, COMP2) Connector Description S-Video Connects to an S-Video device, such as a satellite dish receiver or digital cable box. Audio Out Connects to an external audio device, such as an Audio player.
Side Connections Connector Description S-Video Connects to an S-Video device, such as a video camcorder. Video/Audio In Connects to a composite audio/video device, such as a video camcorder or digital camera. Main/Sub MAIN: Plug headphone in here to listen to the audio for the main picture.
Connecting Components Read this chapter to lean how to connect : DVD Players HDTV decoder set-top boxes VCRs Off-air TV and cable TV External audio devices Computers Warning Before connecting any external components, unplug your Micro Chip Display Projection TV.
Understanding Video Connections Your Micro Chip Display Projection TV has four types of standard video connections. You should use the best connection available to get the best display. For example, if your DVD player supports a component video connection, connect the DVD Player to your Micro Chip Display Projection TV using component video instead of composite video or S-Video.
Connecting your DVD Player Using Component Video To connect your DVD player using component video : 1 Connect the green-colored Y jack on the back of your DVD player to the green-colored Y jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the red-colored P red-colored P jack on the back of your RPTV.
Using S-Video To connect your DVD player using S-Video : 1 Connect the S-Video jack on the back of your DVD player to the S-VIDEO jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Using DVI Video To connect your DVD player using DVI video : Audio 1 Connect the DVI connector on your DVD player to the DVI-In connector on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the Audio Out jack on your DVD player to the DVI Audio In jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Using Composite Video To connect your DVD player using composite video : 1 Connect the yellow video jack on the back of your DVD player to the yellow AV 2 IN jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box Using Component Video To connect your HDTV decoder set-top box using component video : 1 Connect the green Y jack on the back of your HDTV set-top box to the green Y jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the red P or C jack on the back of your RPTV.
Using DVI Video To connect your HDTV decoder set-top box using DVI video : Audio 1 Connect the DVI connector on the back of your HDTV set-top box to the DVI-In connector on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the Audio Out jack on the back of your HDTV set-top box to the DVI Audio In jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Using RGB Video To connect your HDTV decoder set-top box using RGB video : 1 Connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB jack on the back of your HDTV set-top box to the RGB-IN jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out jacks on the back of your HDTV set-top box to the R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Connecting your VCR or Video Camera Using S-Video To connect your VCR or video camera using S-Video : 1 Connect the S-Video jack on the back of your VCR or video camera to the S-VIDEO jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your VCR or video camera to the R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Using Composite Video To connect your VCR or video camera using composite video : Audio Video 1 Connect the yellow video jack on the back of your VCR or video camera to the yellow AV 1 IN jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your VCR or video camera to the R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Using Coaxial (RF) To connect your VCR using coaxial (RF) audio and video : 1 Connect the “output to TV” (RF out or Antenna out) jack on the back of your VCR to the TV/CABLE IN jack on the back of your RPTV. 2 Select TV using the INPUT button on the front of your RPTV, then go to channel 3 or 4.
Connecting Off-air TV or Cable TV To connect off-air TV or cable TV using coaxial (RF) audio and video : 1 Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable box to the TV/CABLE IN connector on the back of your RPTV. 2 Select TV using the INPUT button on the front of your RPTV.
Connecting External Amplified Speakers You can connect your Micro Chip Display Projection TV to a set of external amplified speakers using the AUDIO OUT jacks located on the back of your RPTV. To connect your external amplified speakers : 1 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your speakers to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Connecting an External Receiver or Amplifier You can connect an external receiver or amplifier to your Micro Chip Display Projection TV. To connect your external receiver or amplifier : 1 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your external amplifier or receiver to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Connecting a Computer Using DVI Video To connect your computer using DVI video : Audio 1 Connect the DVI connector on your computer to the DVI-In connector on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the Audio Out jack on your computer to the DVI Audio In jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Using RGB Video To connect your computer using RGB video : Audio 1 Connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB connector on your computer to the RGB-IN connector on the back of your RPTV. 2 Connect the Audio Out jack on your computer to the RGB Audio In jacks on the back of your RPTV.
Adjusting Your Rear Projection TV Settings Read this chapter to learn how to adjust your Micro Chip Display Projection TV settings using the on-screen display (OSD).
Using the OSD Your Micro Chip Display Projection TV features an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings. Your Micro Chip Display Projection TV saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off your TV.
OSD Menu and Options You can use these OSD menu and options to adjust various settings for your Micro Chip Display Projection TV. OSD Menu(PICTURE ADJUST) TV Modes CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS WIDE FORMAT MOVE : SELECT : CONTRAST. Adjusts the contrast of the picture. BRIGHTNESS.
PICTURE ADJUST PC Modes CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS H POSITION V POSITION AUTO CONFIG ADC CLOCK ADC PHASE WIDE FORMAT MOVE : SELECT: CONTRAST. Adjusts the contrast of the picture. BRIGHTNESS. Adjusts the brightness of the picture. You may need readjust brightness after the RPTV warms up. H POSITION.
PIP SETUP PIP STYLE WIDE FORMAT SIZE H POSITION V POSITION TRANSPARANCY MOVE : SELECT: PIP STYLE. Turns PIP mode on or off, or choose one of the following pre-set modes: SPLIT. The screen is divided in half. The left side is the main picture and the right side is the sub-picture.
INPUT SETUP MAIN INPUT DVI TYPE PIP INPUT MOVE : SELECT : MAIN INPUT. Selects the video input source for the main picture. DVI TYPE. Selects between VIDEO and COMPUTER devices if the DVI connection is being used. PIP INPUT. Selects the video input source for the sub-picture when PIP is turned TV TUNER SETUP ANTENNA/CABLE AUTO PROGRAM CHANNELS...
AUDIO ADJUST BASS TREBLE BLANCE TV SOUND INTERNAL SPEAKERS REAR AUDIO OUT SUB HEADPHONE VOL EFFECT MOVE : SELECT : BASS. Adjusts the bass. TREBLE. Adjusts the treble. BALANCE. Adjusts the balance level between the channels. TV SOUND. Changes the sound output for TV Programs. Switch between STEREO, SAP(Second Audio Program), or MONO for audio simulcasts.
PARENTAL CONTROLS EXIT BACK: ACCESS CODE. A password is required to open the PARENTAL CONTROLS menu. You need the remote control to use this option. SPECIAL FEATURES EXIT MOVE : SELECT : CHANGE: BACK : OSD H POSITION. Adjusts the horizontal position of the OSD within the display image.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Read this chapter to learn how to maintain and troubleshoot your Micro Chip Display Projection TV. Cleaning and maintenance Status LEDs Troubleshooting Preset Timing Chart & Reference Timing Table Support Notice...
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning the Screen Do not use substances such as glass cleaners, solvents, and thinners. The screen of your RPTV has been specially treated. Wipe the surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. If the surface is particular dirty, use a soft cloth and water to clean the screen.
Replacing the Filter There is a replaceable filter in the back of your Micro Chip Display Projection TV. The filter prevents dust build-up and assures good ventilation for the lamp. Warning Do not operate your Micro Chip Display Projection TV without a filter. Check the filter every six months and replace as necessary to prevent heat damage.
Replacing the Lamp You should replace the lamp in the RPTV approximately every 6000 hours to maintain the best possible display image. Do not use a lamp past the rated lamp life. Warning The high-pressure lamp may explode if handled incorrectly. Make sure that your Micro Chip Display Projection TV is turned off, power is disconnected, and the lamp is completely cool (minimum of 45 minutes) before replacing the lamp.
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6 Use the lamp removal handle to lift the lamp module straight out of the lamp bay. 7 Replace the lamp in the lamp module, then insert the lamp module back into the lamp bay. Caution Make sure that you do not touch the lamp. The oils from your hands can cause the lamp to fail prematurely.
Status LEDs There are two status LEDs on the front of your Micro Chip Display Projection TV. Normal Operation State Power LED Lamp LED AC off Not lit Standby mode Orange Warm-up Blue Cool down Orange Operation mode Blue Error Codes Error Power LED Code...
Troubleshooting Use the following information to solve common problems. You cannot see a picture Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet. Make sure that the power button is turned on. Look in the left air vent to see if the lamp is on. Make sure that the selected input source is connected to a working input source.
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You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound Make sure that the volume is not turned down. Make sure that the sound is not muted. Make sure that the internal speakers are turned on. Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly.
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Preset Timing Chart & Reference Timing Table Model no. Model name EGA/70 EGA/85 VGA Horizontal dots Vertical lines Pixel clock (mhz) 25.175 Horizontal freq 31.469 (khz) Sync. Polarity A h.total (us) 31.778 (pixels) (800) B h.sync 3.813 (us)(pixels) (96) C h.back porch 1.907 (us) (pixels) (48)
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Model no. Model name VESA 800x600 Horizontal dots Vertical lines Pixel clock (mhz) 40.00 Horizontal freq (khz) 37.879 Sync. Polarity A h.total (us)(pixels) 26.400 (1056) B h.sync (us)(pixels) (128) C h.back porch(us) 2.20 (pixels) (88) D h.active 20.000 (us)(pixels) (800) E h.front porch(us) 1.000 (pixels)
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Model no. Model name VESA 1024x Horizontal dots 1024 Vertical lines Pixel clock (mhz) 78.75 Horizontal freq(khz) 60.023 Sync. Polarity A h.total (us)(pixels) 16.660 (1312) B h.sync (us)(pixels) 1.219 (96) C h.back porch(us) 2.235 (pixels) (176) D h.active 13.003 (us)(pixels) (1024) E h.front porch(us) 0.203...
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Support If this troubleshooting information does not resolve your problem or if you have other questions relating to you Micro Chip Display Projection TV, visit www.vivitek.us You can also call our Service Center at 1-877-603-3582.
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Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information A Regulatory compliance statements United States of America Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device 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.
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These accessories are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules. FCC declaration of conformity Responsible party : Vivitek Corp. 48017 Fremont Blvd. Fremont , CA94538 Toll Free : 1-877-603-3582 Product : VIVITEK - RPHD21 RP TV This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall into such power lines or circuits. Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits.
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Due to continuing system improvements, Vivitek is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Vivitek Web site at www.vivitek.us In no event will Vivitek be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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Index accessories 7 adjust brightness 33 color 33 contrast sound 35 TV settings 33 wide format 27 adjust buttons 32 Adjustment button 10 amplified speakers connecting 26 amplifier connecting 27 antenna connection 11 audio in connection 12 audio in connector 12 audio out connection 11 back panel connections 11 batteries 5...
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connecting S-Video 16 audio in connection 11 in connection 11 external amplified speakers connecting 26 external receiver connecting 27 features 2 filter replacement kit 7 replacing 39 front panel buttons 9 HDCP 17, 20, 28 HDTV decoder set-top box connecting component video 19 wide format 33 connecting DVI video 20 connecting RGB video 21 headphone jack 12...
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in connection 11, 12 safety 3 Service Center 46 setting up safety precautions 3 status LEDs 43 support 46 S-Video 14 connection 11, 12 timeout 36 troubleshooting 37, 44 connecting coaxial (RF) 24 connecting composite video 23 connecting S-Video 22 video camera connecting composite video 23 connecting S-Video 22...