O W N E R ’ S O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L 80 D-ILA™ PROJECTOR VERSION 1.
Table of Contents Basic Operation .................................................................... 21 Turning on the power ....................................................................... 21 Adjusting Zoom .................................................................................. 21 Adjusting Focus................................................................................... 21 Hiding the image temporarily .......................................................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Vidikron Vision Model 80 projector and welcome to the Vidikron family. With proper setup and use, this product will bring you many years of enjoyment. Introduction to the Vidikron Vision Model 80 D-ILA™ Projector Vidikron presents the highest resolution home theater video available today. The Vision™ Model 80 employs advanced D-ILA™ (Direct Drive Image Light Amplifier) technology and boasts a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 – over six million pixels.
Safety Precautions About burning-in of the D-ILA device Do not allow the same still picture to be projected for a long time or an abnormally bright video picture to be projected. Do not project video images with high-intensity or high contrast on a screen. The video image could be burnt into the D-ILA device. Use special care when projecting video games or computer program images.There is no problem with ordinary video-cassette playback images.
– Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These ensure reliable operation of the product and protect it from overheating.These openings must not be blocked or covered. (The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. It should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
Safety Precautions (continued) WARNING: Do not cut off the main plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter or consult your dealer. If, nonetheless, the main plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the main supply.
About Burning-in of D-ILA Device Maintenance Procedures • Do not allow the same still picture to be projected for a long time or an abnormally bright video image to be projected. • Clean dirt on the cabinet with a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, soak a cloth in neutral detergent diluted with water, wring dry and wipe, followed by wiping again using a dry cloth. Do not project video images with a high intensity or high contrast on a screen. This video image could be burnt into this D-ILA device.
Warranty Two Year Limited Warranty For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and welcome to the Vidikron family! With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance. This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your other important documents.
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE: This Limited Warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date. 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.
Controls and Features Projector Chassis Cover $PWFS -BUDIFT To Open the Projector Cover: 1. Locate the two black cover latches under the front edge. 2. Push the latches firmly IN toward the center of the unit. DO NOT FORCE THE TABS. It may be easier to loosen one side first, then the other. 3. When the cover latches are loosened, then the top cover will swing upward and reveal the system control panel, cable connection panel and more. To Close the Projector Cover: 1.
Connector Panel 1 2 SYNC OUT SVC 3 4 RS-232C DVI 1. [SYNC OUT] Terminal 3. [RS-232C] Terminal (D-sub 9 Pin) This terminal is intended for servicing purposes. Do not use it. Using it may cause an error or malfunction of the unit. This is the RS-232C interface-specific terminal. This unit can be controlled by a computer connected externally. (see page 18) • For details, please check with your authorized dealer. 2. [SERVICE] Terminal This terminal is intended for servicing purposes. Do not use it.
Controls and Features (continued) 1. LAMP INDICATOR: Light On: Indicates the lamp has been used for more than 1900 hours. Blinking: Indicates that lamp usage time (about 2000 hours) is exceeded. Please contact your Vidikron dealer to replace the lamp. 2. TEMP INDICATOR Blinking: Indicates the temperature inside the projector is abnormally high. 3. POWER INDICATOR Light On: During projection. 4. STANDBY INDICATOR Light On: When in standby mode. Blinking: When in cool down mode. 5.
Indicator Display on the Control Panel In addition to the standby mode, operate mode and cool down mode*, this unit also displays other operational states using different combination of indicators. • Please refer to Page 29 for explanations on warning indication for *1 and Page 32 for *2. *About Cool Down Mode After projection, the heated lamp will go through a 90-second cool-down process known as the cool down mode.
Controls and Features (continued) Remote Control 1 1. [ON] Button 2 When this unit is in the standby mode, pressing the button for more than 1 second will turn this unit on and cause the [OPERATE] indicator to light up. 2. [OFF] Button When this unit is in operation (projecting), press it for 1 second or more to switch to the cool down mode, which will automatically switch to the standby mode after about 90 seconds.
Installing the Projector Precautions for Installation Please read the following carefully when installing the unit. Installation Environment Precaution for Usage This unit is a precision device. Do not install it at the following places. Doing so may cause fire or malfunction of the unit. • Where there is water, humidity or dust This unit uses a light-source lamp which reaches high temperature when projecting. Please do not use it in the following ways. Doing so may cause fire or malfunction of the unit.
Installing the Projector (continued) Projector and Screen Installation The optimum image can be obtained when the center of the lens and the screen are placed perpendicular to each other. Take note of the projection angle when placing them. Failing to do so may give rise to trapezoidal distortion of the projected image. • This unit does not come with a function to correct trapezoidal distortion.
Screen Size and Projection Distance • This unit uses a 1.3x manual zoom lens for projection. • Although the focusable projection distance is about 4.92 ft (1.5 m) to 39.37 ft. (12 m), the projection distance recommendable for performance is about 6.56 ft. (2 m) to 26.25 ft. (8 m). Install this unit within this range and adjust the screen size when the aspect ratio of the screen is 16:9.
Installing the Projector (continued) Effective Range of Remote Control Unit The operable distance of the remote control unit is about 23 ft. (7 m) for direct reception. The remote control can be used by having the transmission signal reflected off a screen. • If a fluorescent lamp is lit, the remote control unit might not function properly. When reflecting off a screen Ensure that total of distance A between this unit and screen and distance B between remote control and screen is within 23 ft. (7 m).
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and the device to be connected. Connecting to the VDP-80 digital video processor • Read the manual that is supplied with the digital video processor thoroughly. • The signal may attenuate and the image may become unstable depending on the DVI cable. Use high quality DVI cable below 16.40 ft. (5 m). When using DVI cable above 16.40 ft.
Connecting to Various Devices (continued) Connecting the Power Cord (supplied) After all devices have been connected, connect the supplied power cord. 1 Connect the supplied power cord to the power input terminal of this unit 2 Insert the main plug of the supplied power cord into the wall outlet (e.g.) Cautions Against Fire and Electric Shock • Since the power requirement of this unit is high, insert the power plug directly into a wall outlet.
Basic Operation If setup for this unit is not completed, please refer to “Adjustments and Settings Using Menus” (Pg. 23) upon turning on the power and perform the required settings accordingly. Once the basic setup is completed, this unit can be used by simply performing the following operation procedures. 1 Turning on the power 1 Insert the power plug to the power outlet. 1 • The main power turns on and the [STAND BY] indicator on the unit lights up.
Basic Operation (continued) 4 Hiding the image temporarily Light off Light on 1 Press [MUTE] • The displayed image will disappear. • Press [MUTE] again to restore the image. STAND BY LAMP TEMP POWER Projector: Indicator 5 Turning on the power 1 Press the [POWER] button on this unit (or the [OFF] button on the remote control) for 1 or more seconds. • The [POWER] indicator turns off, the [STAND BY] indicator starts blinking and this unit switches to the cool down mode.
Adjustments and Settings Using Menus The menus displayed on the screen are used to perform adjustments and settings for this unit. Menu Structure The menus of this unit have the following structure. Main Menu 1*$563& "%+ Submenu (Setting Menu) /03."- (".." 8)*5& #"- " , # $645 $6450. /03."- (".." 1*$563& "%+ $645 8)*5& #"- 130+&$503 015 " , # $645 $6450. $645 130+&$503 015 3&% o o 015*0/4 (3&&/ o o */'03.
Adjustments and Settings Using Menus (continued) Menu Operation Buttons Button Function Main unit Remote control MENU MENU ENT ENTER EXIT EXIT ENTER Displays the main menu. • Press to clear the menu screen when the menu is displayed. Confirm the selected item on the main menu. • Press [ENTER] when the “Test Pattern” item is selected to project the test pattern on the screen. After it is projected, test pattern changes each time [ENTER] is pressed. Press to return to the previous menu.
Procedures for Menu Operation 1 Press the [MENU] button • The main menu is displayed on the screen. (".." 1*$563& "%+ /03."- 8)*5& #"- " , # $645 $6450. Display of the menu item currently selected becomes highlighted. $645 130+&$503 015 3&% 015*0/4 o o (3&&/ o o #-6& */'03."5*0/ o o 5&45 1"55&3/ ENTER Details of the currently selected menu item will be displayed. E.g.
Adjustments and Settings Using Menus (continued) 1 “Picture adjust” Menu 3 “Options” Menu To adjust images. On the “Picture Adj.” menu, you can adjust the following items. The following items can be set at the “Options” menu. “OSD Timer” Adjusts the display duration of the menu screen. “Gamma” Switches the gradation characteristics of the image. Select your preference setting values according to the image to be viewed. Setting Values : “15 sec”, “On” “H Orientation” Reverses image to the left or right.
Screen Blanking 1 Project image onto the screen Image for which the outer area has deteriorated 2, 5 2 Press the [MENU] button • The main menu is displayed on the screen. 3, 4 1*$563& "%+ (".." /03."- 8)*5& #"- " , # $645 $6450. $645 130+&$503 015 3&% 015*0/4 o o (3&&/ o o */'03."5*0/ #-6& o o 5&45 1"55&3/ ENTER 3 Press [5/6] to select “Projector Opt”, followed by pressing [ENTER] • The “Projector Opt” menu appears on the right side of the screen.
V Shift Setting When projecting images with black bands at the top and bottom such as a 2:35 Cinemascope image, use this to move the image up or down while retaining one of the black bands at the upper or lower end. 1 Project image onto the screen 2.35:1 Cinemascope image 2, 5 2 Press the [MENU] button • The main menu is displayed on the screen. 3, 4 /03."- (".." 1*$563& "%+ 8)*5& #"- " # $645 , $6450. $645 130+&$503 015 3&% 015*0/4 o o (3&&/ o o #-6& */'03.
Replacing the Lamp (For service personnel only) Lamp and Lamp Usage Time The maximum life of the lamp used for this unit is about 2000 hours, and may be far less depending on the type of usage and projector settings. • The lamp life may not reach 2000 hours depending on the operating conditions. When the lamp approaches the end of its service life, deterioration progresses rapidly. Get ready or replace with a new lamp when the accumulated lamp usage time exceeds 1900 hours.
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Have your Vidikron dealer clean the filter regularly or air intake efficiency may deteriorate and malfunction may occur. If the filter is extremely dirty and cannot be cleaned, or if it is damaged, replace the filter with a new one. Otherwise, dirt may enter the unit and appear on the screen, preventing you from enjoying the video fully. If dirt has entered the unit or if you need information about the filter, please consult your authorized Vidikron dealer.
What to do when these messages are displayed Message Cause (Details) No device is connected to the DVI terminal. The terminal is connected but there is no signal output. ➝ Input the video signals. No Signal DVI-D When lamp time reaches 1000 hours ➝ A message indicating “1000 h” will be displayed on the screen. • Press the [EXIT] button to clear the display. 1000h EXIT ● At the moment when the accumulated lamp time reaches 1900 hours, a “Lamp replacement” message will be displayed.
Warning Indication About warning indicators If an abnormality occurs in this unit during projection, the warning mode will be triggered and the type of abnormality will be indicated by a combination of indicators displayed on the control panel. This unit will then automatically stop projection and run the cooling fan for about 90 seconds. No.
Troubleshooting Before sending the unit to your Vidikron dealer for repair, check the following points. Symptom Power is not supplied. Probable Cause Corrective Action Reference Page • Is the power cord disconnected? • Insert the power cord (plug) firmly. • Is the lamp cover properly shut? • Contact your Vidikron dealer for service. 29 • Is the filter cover properly shut? • Contact your Vidikron dealer for service.
Terminal Description Pin Arrangement RS-232C Terminal DVI Terminal Pin No. Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name 1 N/C 6 N/C 2 RD 7 N/C 3 TD 8 N/C 4 N/C 9 N/C 5 GND Signal Name Pin No.
RS-232C External Control Control of this unit via an automation control system is possible by connecting it to this unit with a RS-232C cross cable (D-sub 9 pins). The commands to control this unit and the response data format against the received commands are explained here. For details, please consult your authorized dealer. 1.
Terminal Description (continued) 2-3. Parameters used for the data format The following 3 types of parameters are used for command and response data: 1 Numeric value 2 ON/OFF 3 Special parameters Each parameter is as follows: 1 Numeric value A 2-byte hexadecimal value (sign included) is represented by a set of 4-digit (4-byte) characters. Assignable range: 8000H to 7FFFH 2 ON/OFF Shows the status (ON or OFF) of the unit, such as POWER and HIDE.
Specifications Projection Type: D-ILA, 3-chip, 0.82 in. diagonal Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9) Aspect Ratio: 4:3, Letterbox,16:9 Anamorphic DTV Compatibility: 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p Picture Size (16:9 screen): Recommended Width: 72 – 96 in. Maximum Width: 240 in. Light Output: CSMS* Specifications: Home Theater Calibration: 491 ANSI Lumens; 18.
Dimensions 17.998 20.125 5.932 3.209 4.
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