Vidikron Projector 40 40ET User Manual

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Vision Model 40  
Vision Model 40ET  
Owner's Manual  
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Table of Contents  
Table of Contents  
Table of Contents .......................................................................................................... 1  
Warning .......................................................................................................................... 4  
Overview ........................................................................................................................ 8  
Features ...................................................................................................................................... 8  
Projector Exterior View ......................................................................................................... 10  
Front / Upper Side ........................................................................................................................................ 10  
Rear / Bottom Side ....................................................................................................................................... 11  
Controls and Functions .......................................................................................................... 12  
Control Panel ................................................................................................................................................ 12  
Connector Panel ........................................................................................................................................... 14  
Remote Control ............................................................................................................ 15  
Installation ................................................................................................................... 17  
Remote Control ...................................................................................................................... 17  
Projector .................................................................................................................................. 18  
Connect the Power Cord ............................................................................................................................... 18  
Adjust the Lens Zoom/Focus ring ................................................................................................................ 18  
Adjust the height ........................................................................................................................................... 19  
Installation For Vision Model 40 (With 1.38 - 1.63 Lens) ................................................... 20  
Throw Distance Chart For Vision Model 40 (With 1.38 - 1.63 Lens) ................................ 21  
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Installation For Vision Model 40ET (With 1.83 - 2.40 Lens) .............................................. 22  
Throw Distance Chart For Vision Model 40ET (With 1.83 - 2.40 Lens) ........................... 23  
Connecting ................................................................................................................... 24  
Connecting Video Inputs ........................................................................................................ 25  
Video / S-Video / Component (Interlaced Video) ....................................................................................... 25  
Progressive Component (DTV Y/PB/PR) .................................................................................................. 26  
RGBHV (DTV RGB) ................................................................................................................................... 27  
Connecting a Computer or HDCP Compatible Video Device With DVI-I Output .......... 28  
Basic Operation ........................................................................................................... 29  
Turning on the Power ............................................................................................................. 29  
Zoom/ Focusing ....................................................................................................................... 30  
Selecting Video Memory ........................................................................................................ 30  
Selecting Input Source ............................................................................................................ 31  
Setting Menu ........................................................................................................................... 31  
Selecting "ASPECT RATIO" ................................................................................................ 32  
PIP/ POP function ................................................................................................................... 32  
Turning off the Power ............................................................................................................ 33  
Menu ............................................................................................................................. 34  
Using the Menu ....................................................................................................................... 34  
Main Menu .............................................................................................................................. 35  
Picture Quality Adjustments ................................................................................................. 35  
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Image Options 1 ...................................................................................................................... 36  
Input Select ................................................................................................................................................... 36  
Aspect Ratio ................................................................................................................................................. 37  
Image Option 2 ........................................................................................................................ 38  
Projector Status ....................................................................................................................... 39  
Install ........................................................................................................................................ 40  
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 ............................................................................................................................... 49  
PC Out Adapter ............................................................................................................................................ 50  
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Vidikron Vision Model 40/ Vision Model 40ET 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.  
Warning  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated  
" dangerous voltage " within the product's enclosure that may be of suf-  
ficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)  
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature  
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
accompanying the appliance.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
This equipment 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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2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Read these instructions.  
Keep these instructions.  
Heed all warnings.  
Do not use this projector near water, outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.  
Clean only with a dry cloth.  
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Warning  
6.  
7.  
Do not block any ventilation openings.  
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
8.  
Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized type plug has two blades with one wider than the  
other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided  
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
9.  
Do not connect the RJ-11, RS-232 jack to a telephone line connection.  
10. 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.  
11. Only use accessories specified by Vidikron.  
12. Keep the packing material in case the projector should ever need to be shipped.  
13. Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time.  
14. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing  
the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life  
could cause them to explode in rare occasions.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way, objects have fallen  
or spilled into the projector, the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
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Two Year Limited Warranty  
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 LIMITEDWARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your other  
important documents.  
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
SERVICE LABOR: Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a  
manufacturing defect for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the lamp).  
PARTS: (Not including the lamp) Vidikron will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or  
workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently  
warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
PROJECTOR LAMP: Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a  
manufacturing defect for a period of six (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. Such replacement lamps  
are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does not cover  
normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from accident, misuse, abuse,  
neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper maintenance, alteration, improper use  
of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and brownouts; damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or  
damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote control units, damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper  
batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty.  
CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM VIDIKRON  
AUTHORIZED DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS  
LIMITED WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION  
OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.  
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Two Year Limited Warranty  
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:  
Vidikron limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There are no  
express warranties. Vidikron also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the failure of this  
product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty  
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.  
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:  
This 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.  
CONTACT A VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE  
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vidikron video product will be performed at the location of the prod-  
uct, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a 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. These  
arrangements must be made through the selling Vidikron dealer. If this is not possible, contact Vidikron directly to locate an authorized Vid-  
ikron representative who will assist you in getting a return authorization. Vidikron will return product transportation prepaid in the United  
States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the responsibility of the owner.  
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  
To locate the name and address of the nearest VIDIKRON authorized service location, or for additional information about this warranty,  
please call or write:  
VIDIKRON  
Attn: Customer Service Department  
2900 Faber Street  
Union City, CA 94587  
Ph: (510) 324-5900  
Fax: (510) 324-5905  
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Overview  
Features  
TM  
1280 x 720 Widescreen Native 16:9 Resolution HD-2 DMD  
Display Device  
Integrated Video Processing With 3:2 Pulldown  
950 ANSI Lumens/ 1600:1 Contrast Ratio  
Multiple Aspect Ratios with Intelliwide Mode  
HDTV Ready  
480P, 1080i and 720P (576P PAL Version) formats are all compatible with this unit (via an external DTV decoder, not provided).  
DVI-I Input with HDCP  
9-Point White Balance System for Excellent Gray Scale Tracking  
Direct IR and RS-232 Control  
‘Cat’s Eye’ Optical System for Enchanced Contrast and Black Levels  
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.  
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Overview  
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.  
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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.  
7. Control Panel  
Shows lamp status and whether the projector is on or off.  
For more details, see "Control Panel" on page 12.  
8. Kensington Lock  
This lock can withstand 150 N of force.  
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Overview  
Rear / Bottom Side  
1. Connector Panel  
6. Ventilation Holes (intake)  
For more details, see "Connector Panel" on page 14.  
7. Rear Adjusters  
Adjusts the height or projection angle.  
2. Back IR Sensor  
8. Front Adjusters  
3. AC Power IN Socket  
Adjusts the height or projection angle.  
4. AC Power Switch  
9. Ceiling Mount Holes  
AC main power switch.  
The connecting holes for ceiling mount device.  
5. Ventilation Holes (exhaust)  
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Controls and Functions  
Control Panel  
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Overview  
1. STANDBY/ON  
8. POWER LED  
Indicates power status  
Press this key for ONE second to turn on the unit when it is in the  
standby mode. Or press this key to turn off this unit when it is on.  
Lit orange when the AC power cord is plugged into the wall outlet  
(standby mode). Once in the standby mode, you can press the  
STANDBY/ON key on the projector or the ON key on the remote  
control for ONE second to turn on the projector.  
2. INPUT  
Switches input sources sequentially.  
Lit green when the power is turned on (operational mode).  
Flashes orange for the first 30 seconds after powering up, indicating  
that the lamp is warming up.  
Flashes green for one minute after the projector is turned off to  
indicate that the lamp is cooling down.  
3. MEMORY  
Sequentially recalls settings 1 ~ 3 saved to memory. (Please see  
"Selecting Video Memory" on page 30.)  
4. MENU  
9. LAMP LED  
Turns the on-screen display control menu on or off.  
Indicates the status of lamp.  
5. ENTER  
Lit red when the lamp has developed a problem. Please contact your  
Enters settings for items shown in the menu.  
Vidikron dealer for assistance.  
6. EXIT  
10. Zoom Ring  
Exits and saves the setting(s) of items in the menu.  
Adjusts the size of image  
7. ARROW (c/e/d/f)  
Rotate clockwise to enlarge the image or rotate counterwise to make  
the image smaller.  
Use to select the menu or to make various adjustments.  
11. Focus Ring  
Adjust the focus of the projected images.  
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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/CB/CR) video signal input  
4. RGB/ HDTV (BNC) or Progressive Scan DVD players  
DTV Y/PB/PR or DTV RGB video signal input.  
5. DVI-I  
Digital/ Analog signal input.  
6. RS-232C (RJ-11 Jack)  
RS-232C control signal input.  
7. 12v Trigger (mini jack with the diameter of 5.5 mm outside and 2.5 mm inside)  
+12V output, active when the projector is turned on.  
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Overview  
Remote Control  
ON  
MEMORY  
Hold down this button for ONE second to turn  
on the unit.  
M1, M2, M3, DEFAULT  
OFF  
Recall video memory sequentially (see "Selecting  
Video Memory" on page 30)  
Press this button to turn off the unit.  
INPUT SELECT  
VIDEO  
ARROW (c,e,d,f)  
Composite video signal input  
S-VIDEO  
Use to select the menu or to make various  
adjustments.  
ENTER  
S-Video signal input  
COMP  
Enter the setting of items in the menu.  
Component Y/CB/CR input  
COMP HD  
DTV Y/PB/PR signal input  
RGB HD  
DTV RGBHV signal input  
DVI  
Digital/ Analog signal input  
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EXIT  
Exit and save the setting(s) of items in the menu.  
MENU  
Turns on/off the on-screen display menu.  
PICTURE IN PICTURE  
PIP (Picture in Picture)  
ASPECT RATIO  
ANAMORPHIC  
Enable the PIP function. Use ARROW keys to  
adjust the position of the PIP window (see "PIP/  
POP function" on page 32)  
For 16: 9 DVDs.  
4 X 3  
PIP+  
The input signal will be scaled to fit 4: 3 display  
mode in the center of screen.  
Enlarge the size of PIP window.  
PIP-  
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”.  
Shrink the size of PIP window.  
ACTIVE  
Switch to the active window in PIP display  
mode.  
I-WIDE (IntelliWide)  
4:3 image is enlarged nonlinearly in horizontal  
direction to fit 16: 9 full screen display.  
POP (Picture On Picture)  
Enable the POP function.  
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Installation  
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.  
If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage.  
Notes on Remote Control Operation  
Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver on the projector.  
The useable range is between 3m/ 9.8 feet (from the front of the projector) and 4m/ 13.1 feet (from the top of the projector) within a  
30 degree horizontal angle and 15 degree vertical angle.  
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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. Press ON key on the remote control for ONE second to turn on the unit.  
Adjust the Lens Zoom/Focus ring  
Adjust the projected image size you need with the zoom ring on the lens.  
To focus the image, rotate the focus ring on the lens.  
Focus  
Zoom in  
Zoom out  
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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.  
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Installation For Vision Model 40 (With 1.38 - 1.63 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:  
V40 16 x 9 Screens:  
Minimum: (screen width x 1.38) = __________ inches  
Maximum: (screen width x 1.63) = __________ inches  
C) VERTICAL OFFSET:  
Screen width x 0.052 = _________ inches from the center of the lens.  
Floor  
4.89 in. (124.2 mm)  
5.45 in.  
(138.4 mm)  
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Installation  
Throw Distance Chart For Vision Model 40 (With 1.38 - 1.63 Lens)  
Vision Model 40 @ 1280 x 720  
Max Throw  
Distance  
Vertical Offset  
Position  
Screen Height  
Screen Width  
Min Throw Distance  
40.5  
43  
45  
47  
49  
50  
51.5  
52  
54  
56  
58  
58.5  
60  
61  
63  
65  
67.5  
72  
80  
82  
72  
77  
80  
84  
87  
89  
92  
93  
96  
100  
103  
104  
107  
109  
112  
116  
120  
128  
142  
146  
160  
99.36  
106.26  
110.40  
115.45  
120.06  
122.82  
126.96  
128.34  
132.48  
138.00  
142.14  
143.52  
147.66  
150.42  
154.56  
160.08  
165.60  
176.64  
195.96  
201.48  
220.80  
117.36  
125.51  
130.40  
136.37  
141.81  
145.07  
149.96  
151.59  
156.48  
163.00  
167.89  
169.52  
174.41  
177.67  
182.56  
189.08  
195.60  
208.64  
231.46  
237.98  
260.80  
3.74  
4.00  
4.16  
4.35  
4.52  
4.63  
4.78  
4.84  
4.99  
5.20  
5.36  
5.41  
5.56  
5.67  
5.82  
6.03  
6.24  
6.66  
7.38  
7.59  
8.32  
90  
Screen Hight  
Screen Width  
Min TD  
Max TD  
Vertical Offset  
(SWx1.38)  
(SWx1.63)  
Screen Width x 0.052  
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Installation For Vision Model 40ET (With 1.83 - 2.40 Lens)  
Screen __________ (H) x __________ (W)  
B) THROW DISTANCE:  
V40ET 16 x 9 Screens:  
Minimum: (screen width x 1.83) = __________ inches  
Maximum: (screen width x 2.40) = __________ inches  
C) VERTICAL OFFSET:  
Two inches offset means that the center of the projection lens is 2" above  
the top of the screen (inverted ceiling) or 2" below the bottom of  
the screen (upright floor mount).  
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Installation  
Throw Distance Chart For Vision Model 40ET (With 1.83 - 2.40 Lens)  
Vision Model 40ET @ 1280 x 720  
Max Throw  
Distance  
Vertical Offset  
Position  
Screen Height  
Screen Width  
Min Throw Distance  
40.5  
43  
45  
47  
49  
50  
51.5  
52  
54  
56  
58  
58.5  
60  
61  
63  
65  
67.5  
72  
80  
82  
72  
77  
80  
84  
87  
89  
92  
93  
96  
100  
103  
104  
107  
109  
112  
116  
120  
128  
142  
146  
160  
131.76  
140.91  
146.40  
153.10  
159.21  
162.87  
168.36  
170.19  
175.68  
183.00  
188.49  
190.32  
195.81  
199.47  
204.96  
212.28  
219.60  
234.24  
259.86  
267.18  
292.80  
172.80  
184.80  
192.00  
200.78  
208.80  
213.60  
220.80  
223.20  
230.40  
240.00  
247.20  
249.60  
256.80  
261.60  
268.80  
278.40  
288.00  
307.20  
340.80  
350.40  
384.00  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
2.0"  
90  
Screen Hight  
Screen Width  
Min TD  
Max TD  
Vertical Offset  
(SWx1.83)  
(SWx2.40)  
2.00”  
Two inches offset means that the center of the projection lens is 2” above the top of the screen (inverted ceiling) or 2” below the bottom of the  
screen (upright floor mount).  
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Connecting  
When connecting, make sure to:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Turn off all equipment before making any connections.  
Use the correct signal cables for each source.  
Ensure the cables are firmly connected.  
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Connecting  
Connecting Video Inputs  
Video / S-Video / Component (Interlaced Video)  
DVD Player  
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Progressive Component (DTV Y/PB/PR)  
DTV Source  
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Connecting  
RGBHV (DTV RGB)  
DTV Source  
The RGB BNC input supports two kinds of HDTV formats: Progressive component (DTV Y/PB/PR) and DTV RGB. The unit will detect the  
resolution automatically.  
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Connecting a Computer or HDCP Compatible Video Device With DVI-I Output  
PC, Notebook, set top box  
or other video device with  
DVI output  
This unit is compatible with the following computer resoultions: 1280x720, 1024x768, 800x600, 640x480.  
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Basic Operation  
Basic Operation  
Turning on the Power  
The Power LED lights orange when power is applied and the power switch is turned  
on.  
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. The POWER LED will blink orange during  
warm up period, then light solid green.  
" Searching…." will be displayed on the screen before the projector identifies the  
input signal. This message will remain on the screen until a valid signal is detected.  
If an incompatible input signal exceeds the range of the projector a "Not supportive  
timing" message will be displayed on the screen. This message will remain on the  
screen until you change the input signal.  
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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.  
Focus  
Zoom in  
Zoom out  
Selecting Video Memory  
Press MEM1, MEM2, MEM3 buttons to recall  
settings in the memory.  
Press DEFAULT to select the default setting.  
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Basic Operation  
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 (c,e,d,f) to select the menu or  
to make various adjustments.  
Press the Enter or f button to enter the setting of items in  
the menu, or press the Exit button to leave and save the  
setting of items in the menu.  
For more detailed settings, see Chapter 5 Menu on page 34.  
Press Picture to access the picture setting menu.  
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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.  
4 X 3: The input signal will be scaled to fit 4 : 3 display mode in the center  
screen.  
LETTERBOX: Image in letterbox format is enlarged to fit 16:9 full screen  
display and the upper/lower portion are cropped.  
I-WIDE: This transforms a 4x3 image to a 16x9 image.  
PIP/ POP function  
Press the PIP button to enable the PIP function.  
For PIP purposes, there are two groups of inputs separated by their display modes:  
Video Group: Video, S-Video and Component Y/CB/CR inputs  
Graphic Group: HDTV input and Computer input.  
The PIP can show one input from the Graphic Group within one input from the Video  
Group, or show one input from Video Group within one input from the Graphic Group.  
Press the PIP button to switch to the main window or turn off PIP function.  
Select the input source of the main window by pressing the INPUT button.  
Press the ACTIVE button to switch to the active window. You can change the input signal setting in the active window.  
Press PIP+ or PIP- to adjust the size of PIP window.  
Adjust the position of the PIP window with the ARROW keys (c,e,d,f).  
Press POP to enable the POP function.  
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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.  
The POWER LED will light solid orange once the  
cooling down cycle has completed.  
Fans will run for three minutes to cool.  
You may turn the projector back on after the first 90  
seconds.  
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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.  
Use the ARROW buttons (c,e,d,f) to select the menu or to make various adjustments.  
Press the Enter or f button to enter the setting of items in the menu, or press the Exit button to leave and save the setting of items in the  
menu.  
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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 c or d button to move the item you want to choose  
and then press the Enter or f button.  
Vision Model 40  
Picture Adjust  
Image Option  
Projector Status  
Install  
Service  
Picture Quality Adjustments  
To access the picture quality adjustments, press  
Menu, highlight Picture Adjust and press Enter  
or f. The picture adjust sub-menu will then appear  
(see above).  
Vision Model 40  
Picture Adjust  
Picture Adjust  
To make an adjustment to a particular function,  
Brightness  
+30  
+15  
+30  
+15  
0
highlight the function with the c or d arrow but-  
Image Options  
Contrast  
Color  
ton and press Enter or fto activate a scroll bar for  
that adjustment. When all the settings are done,  
press Exit to leave the current submenu and then  
Status  
Tint  
go to Image options --> Memory Store for saving  
the values as Memory 1, Memory 2 or Memory 3.  
Install  
Sharpness  
Color Temp.  
4
Service  
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Image Options 1  
Image Options  
Input Select  
Video  
Input Select  
Aspect Ratio  
Aspect Ratio  
Anamorphic  
Standard (4/3)  
Letterbox  
HD/RGB Adjust  
S-Video  
Memory Store  
Memory Recall  
Component  
Component HD  
RGB HD  
IntelliWide  
DVI-I  
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. In the example above, S-Video is the current source.  
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Menu  
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.  
Active Image Area  
Standard (4/3): The input signal will be scaled to fit in the center of the 16:9 screen.  
Active Image  
Area  
Letterbox: The image in the Letterbox mode will be zoomed in, and the top and bottom portion  
'blanked off'. This ratio is best suited for LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVD's.  
Active Image Area  
I-WIDE: A 4:3 image is transformed into a 16:9 image.  
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Image Option 2  
HD/RGB Adjust  
Image Options  
Auto.  
YES ?  
Freq.  
Input Select  
Aspect Ratio  
0
0
0
0
Phase  
H. Pos.  
V. Pos.  
HD/RGB Adjust  
Memory Store  
Memory 1  
Memory Store  
Memory Recall  
Memory Recall  
Memory 1  
Memory 2  
Memory 2  
Memory 3  
Memory 3  
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.  
AUTO: Adjusts the phase, frequency and position automatically.  
Freq.: Adjusts the frequency of the signal.  
Phase: Adjusts the phase of the input signal.  
H. Pos.: Adjusts the horizontal position of the image.  
V. Pos.: Adjusts the vertical position of the image.  
To enter into the memory selection menus, use Memory Store and Memory Recall menus to save and load up to three different memories.  
There are three memories: Memory 1, Memory 2 and Memory 3.  
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Menu  
Projector Status  
Vision Model 40  
Picture Adjust  
Image Options  
Status  
Projector Status  
Default  
Load  
Install  
Sleep Timer  
Lamp Hours  
Minutes  
60  
Service  
Hours  
+63  
M
Minutes  
+59  
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.  
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Install  
Language  
Install  
Picture Configuration  
English  
Francais  
Espanol  
Deutsch  
Italiano  
Language  
Picture Configuration  
Keystone  
Floor Front  
Ceiling Front  
Floor Rear  
Keystone  
Keystone  
0
Ceiling Rear  
OSD Position  
OSD Position  
H. POS.  
0
Background Color  
V. POS.  
0
Background Color  
Test Patterns  
Grey  
Blue  
White  
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.  
Keystone: Corrects the trapezoidal distortion as a result of the angle of projection (-12° ~ +12°). This can correct for up to +/- 12 degrees of  
offset.  
OSD Position: To adjust horizontal and vertical positions of the OSD.  
Background Color: To select the background color while there is no input signal detected.  
Test Patterns: Highlight and press Enter or the right arrow key to display the cross-coarse pattern.  
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Menu  
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.  
Vision Model 40  
Picture Adjust  
Image Options  
Status  
Install  
Please enter pass-code  
to access Service screen  
Service  
White Balance  
Gamma  
Service  
White Balance  
Red  
66  
66  
66  
White Balance  
Green  
Blue  
Gamma  
Blue Enable  
Gain  
Gain  
Lamp Reset Timer  
Red  
134  
Offset  
Offset  
To adjust grey scale.  
512  
512  
Green  
Blue  
Store Settings  
Red  
0
0
0
Gamma: Adjust the gamma curve.  
Gain: Adjust high end.  
Offset: Adjust low end.  
Green  
Blue  
Store Settings: When this function is selected and entered, all White Balance  
settings will automatically be stored in Color Temp. 4 (Custom Temperature).  
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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.  
Service  
White Balance  
Blue Enable  
To quickly exit this function, select any other color temperature in the  
same adjustment window and return to the original temperature setting  
or simply select another input source from the remote control and then  
return to the original selected source.  
Blue Enable  
Off  
On  
Lamp Reset Timer  
Reset Lamp Timer  
Use this function to reset lamp usage counter. Reset only if  
you replace the lamp.  
Service  
Lamp Reset Timer  
White Balance  
Blue Enable  
Reset only if you  
replace new lamp  
Lamp Reset Timer  
ARE YOU SURE?  
NO  
Yes  
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Additional Information  
Additional Information  
Replace the Lamp (Contact your Vidikron Dealer)  
1.  
Loosen the screw of front  
2.  
Take off the front lamp  
lamp cover.  
cover.  
3.  
4.  
Loosen the three screws  
on the lamp shield.  
5.  
6.  
Loosen the two screws on  
the lamp module.  
Take off the lamp shield.  
Pull out the lamp module  
horizontally.  
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7.  
Insert the new lamp mod-  
9.  
Put on the lamp shield.  
ule into the projector hori-  
zontally until it is securely  
in place.  
10. Tighten the three screws on  
the lamp shield.  
8.  
Tighen the two screws on  
the lamp module.  
13. Turn on the power and go into the Service menu, select Lamp  
11. Put on the front lamp cover.  
Reset Timer item to reset lamp usage counter.  
12. Tighten the screw of front  
lamp cover.  
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Remedy  
There is no power from power cable.  
Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the rear of this  
unit, and plug the power cord into to the power outlet.  
The power switch is not turned on.  
Turn on the power switch.  
This unit does not turn  
on.  
Turned on this unit again while still in the cool- Wait until this unit completes the cooling down proce-  
ing down procedure. dure.  
The front lamp cover is not correctly attached. Correctly attach the front lamp cover.  
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Additional Information  
This unit is not correctly connected to the input Check the connection.  
source device.  
The input signal has not been correctly selected. Select the correct input signal with the input keys: Video,  
S-Video, Component, Component HD, RGB HD and  
No picture  
DVI-I on the remote control.  
POWER LED or LAMP LED blinking.  
Please contact your Vidikron dealer for assistance.  
The connection cables are not connected to this Correctly connect the cables to the appropriate terminals.  
unit.  
Image is unstable  
Picture is blurred  
The projection lens is not correctly focused.  
Adjust the focus of projection lens with the focus ring.  
This unit and the screen are not aligned  
squarely.  
Adjust the projection angle and direction, and the height  
of this unit.  
The batteries are exhausted.  
Replace both batteries with new ones.  
Remote control does  
not work correctly  
The front lamp cover is not correctly attached. Correctly attach the front lamp cover.  
LAMP LED blinks in  
red  
The cooling fan does not work properly.  
Please contact your Vidikron dealer for assistance.  
The temperature inside this unit is extremely  
high.  
Check that the ventilation holes are not blocked.  
The lamp has exceeded its estimated life.  
The lamp has burned out.  
Replace the lamp with a new one.  
Replace the lamp with a new one.  
POWER LED blinks in  
orange and green  
sequentially  
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Specifications  
Projector Type  
Vision Model 40/ Vision Model 40ET Specifications  
Inputs  
Digital Light Processing™ (DLP™), Single HD-2 DMD™ Chip  
(1) Composite Video, (1) S-Video,  
(1) RGB/Component (via BNC),  
(1) RCA Component Video,  
Native Resolution  
1280 x 720, (16:9)  
(1) DVI-I w/ HDCP, (1) RS-232  
Aspect Ratios  
4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, Anamorphic, IntelliWide  
Scan Frequency:  
Horizontal 15-80 kHz, Vertical: 50-100 Hz  
Video Standards  
NTSC, PAL  
Picture Size (16:9 Screen)  
Recommended Width: 72-96 in., Maximum Width: 200 in.  
Throw Distance  
V40: 1.38 to 1.63 / V40ET: 1.83 to 2.40  
(Factor x Screen Width): Please refer to page 20 to page 23.  
12V Output  
Max. 250 Amp, active when the projector is on  
Power Requirements  
100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 320 watts  
Light Output  
CSMS** Specifications:  
Home Theater Calibration:  
480 ANSI Lumens, 17.9 Foot-Lamberts (fL)  
850 ANSI Lumens*  
Operating Environment  
40°- 95° F, (5°- 35° C), 20%-80% Humidity (non-condensing)  
Dimensions (w/out feet)  
Width: 15.8 in. (400 mm),  
Depth: 11 in. (280 mm),  
Height: Without feet 4.9 in. (125.41 mm)  
with feet 5.18 in. (131.5 mm)  
Weight: 17.5 lbs. (7.8 kg) (includes lens)  
Contrast Ratio  
CSMS** Contrast Ratio: 148:1  
1600:1 ANSI  
Lamp  
210W  
Estimated Lamp Life  
2000 hours @ 6500 Kelvin  
Regulatory Approvals  
UL, FCC, CE, C-Tick  
o
Limited Warranty:  
DTV Compatibility  
Projector: (2) Two year parts and labor from the date of deliv-  
480p, 720p, 1080i  
ery to the end user  
Memories  
21 memories  
Lamp Warranty: (6) six months or 1000 hours  
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Additional Information  
*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.  
**CSMS Home Theater Calibration ANSI Lumen Specification:  
These measurements are taken from the projector as setup in a home theater environment. The projector is calibrated to ISF specifications  
including setting the color temperature to 6500 degree Kelvin, the standard for reproducing video.  
**CSMS Home Theater Calibration foot-Lambert (fL) Specification:  
This is the unit of measurement used in commercial movie theaters to express image brightness. The Society of Motion Picture and Televi-  
sion Engineers (SMPTE) specifies 16 fL as the target image brightness for film-based projectors using an open gate (without film in the pro-  
jector). More importantly, today SMPTE specifies 12 fL as the target image brightness in Digital Cinema theaters using DLP™ technology.  
The foot-Lambert is dependant on screen size, screen gain, and projector light output.  
All measurements are made at Vidikron to ANSI/NAPM IT7.228-1997 specifications using the Photo Research PR-650 SpectraColorimeter  
and Minolta LS-100 Light Meter, Video Essentials test DVD, and a Stewart Filmscreen StudioTech 130, 1.3 gain, 72-inch wide screen. The  
projector is calibrated to a color temperature of 6500º Kelvin and has a minimum of 150 hours of usage.  
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Dimensions  
332.49  
160  
400  
280  
Unit: mm  
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Additional Information  
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  
X01  
X02  
X03  
X04  
X10  
X11  
X12  
X13  
X14  
X15  
X16  
X20  
X21  
X22  
Function  
X23  
X24  
X25  
X35  
X36  
X37  
X38  
X40  
X41  
X42  
X46  
X47  
X48  
X49  
X55  
Switch to DVI_PC input  
Switch to YPBPR input  
Switch to BNC_PC input  
Anamorphic  
X56  
X57  
X60  
X61  
X62  
X63  
X64  
X85  
X90  
X91  
X92  
X93  
X94  
X95  
Picture in picture display  
Power On  
Picture by picture display  
Switch language - English  
Switch language - French  
Switch language - Spanish  
Switch language - German  
Switch language - Italian  
Graphic Input - auto  
Power Off  
Message On  
Message Off  
Standard  
Menu (arrow key)  
Enter (arrow key)  
Exit (arrow key)  
Up (arrow key)  
Letter box  
I-WIDE  
Load memory 1 settings  
Load memory 2 settings  
Load memory 3 settings  
Load default of current source  
Save memory 1 settings  
Save memory 2 settings  
Save memory 3 settings  
Switch active source  
Image orientation - floor front  
Image orientation - ceiling front  
Image orientation - floor rear  
Image orientation - ceiling rear  
Back light on  
Down (arrow key)  
Left (arrow key)  
Right (arrow key)  
Switch to Composite input  
Switch to S-Video input  
Switch to Component input  
Back light off  
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PC Out Adapter  
1.  
1. Connect D-Sub 9-pin female to RJ-11 adapter (not  
included) to Com port on PC.  
RS-232 For RJ-11 (not included)  
2.  
2. Connect RJ-11 to Projector.  
4-pin RJ-11  
Details  
TxT  
2
3
RxD  
1, 4  
Ground  
RJ-11 to D-Sub 9-pin (not included)  
Yellow  
Green  
Green  
Yellow  
1
2
Black  
Red  
RS-232 For D-Sub 9-pin (not included)  
Black  
3
4
D-Sub 9-pin female  
Details  
TxT  
Red  
2
NOTE:  
5
4
3
1
2
3
RxD  
6
9
8
7
1.  
2.  
All codes are in the ASCII format.  
A carriage return is required after each command.  
5
Ground  
NC  
1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9  
D-Sub 9-pin female  
Warning: During initial turn on and turn off of the projector, this  
unit will not accept RS-232 codes for 20 seconds.  
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