Ampro Corporation Ampro Projector 5200 User Manual

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Menu System
As previously mentioned, ALICE operates on layers of command button menus. The initial command
buttons (below) allows you to access all of the user type projector controls.
Main Menu
Picture
Allows the user to adjust image quality functions such as, brightness, and contrast, clock
phase and some adv ance settings as well.
Source
Allows the user to explicitly select the display source type. I.E., RGB, RGB2, VIDEO etc.
Setup Wizard
The Setup Wizard allows the user to step through predetermine setup sequence. This is
useful for the first time user.
User Setup
This function allows you to perform a random type of channel setup or editing. This is
typically used by experience operators
Menu
Menu presents additional commands and functions for the setup of a source (channel).
Chan 1: Sel
ChannelThis button displays the currently active channel. Once selected, a channel list dialog box is
presented for manual selection of a desired channel setup.
In the case of Chan 0:
 Chan 0 indicates that the projector did not find a match for the
incoming signal and has either selected a setup from the “factory channel data” which is a
read-only list or has interpolated between the existing channels and has established a
temporary channel. See Auto-Search for operation and saving temporary channels.
Standby
Puts the projector into the standby mode. Powers the lamp supply off. If you are using an
external monitor for projector operation, press STANDBY to re-display the image. Also, see
Remote Control operation.
Power
Powers the projector (Display engine/Lamp) OFF. Presents
the user with a decision dialog box. In the event this command
was entered intentionally, simply select NO on dialog box.
Important: It is recommended to leave the main AC power applied and the main AC switch
be left in the “on” position. If the main AC power is to be removed, allow a minimum of 2
minutes after engine shutdown before removing AC
.
Help
Enters this help file.
Exit
Exits the menu system and remov es the menu(s) from the screen. 
						

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Picture Command  - The user is provided with a new set of command controls. The
numbers of controls are depended on the particular mode, i.e. RGB versus Video. These
controls are used to adjust the image quality of the projected image, with additional advance
controls for black level, gain, filter, odd/even setting and blanking.
 RGB MODE
VIDEO MODE
Bright
Adjust the brightness lev el until the black portions of the projected image are black, buts
details in the shaded areas are not lost. Selection calls out the Meter/Slider adjuster.
Contrast
 Contrast will change the amount of intensity. Adjust contrast for the desired results.
Selection calls out the Meter/Slider adjuster.
Clock Phase
Adjust the timing of the pixels from the computer to match the timing of the pixels on the
projector. Proper adjustment will give sharper vertical lines by using one pixel on the
projector for single pixels coming from the computer. Selection calls out the Meter/Slider
adjuster.
Color
(Video Only)The color function controls the color saturation of the image. If the image appears too pale or
weak, increase the color level. If the color image appears flushed or too brilliant, decrease
the color level. This selections calls out the Meter/Slider adjuster.
Tint
(Video Only)The tint control function controls the hue of the video image. If facial tones or objects appear
too green, increase the tint setting. If facial tones appear too purple, decrease the tint lev el.
This selections calls out the Meter/Slider adjuster.
Detail
(Video Only)The detail function controls the sharpness of the video image. If the image appears too soft,
increase the detail level. If the image appears too grainy, decrease the detail level. The
desired setting of the detail function, set detail as high as possible without the image
appearing grainy. This selections calls out the Meter/Slider adjuster.
Advanced
Ev okes an additional function button bar.  Under the Advance command the following
functions are available:
Black
Use the Black Level Control Panel to individually adjust the amount of
background brightness until the desired effect is achieved.
Gain
Use the Gain Control Panel to adjust the amount of image intensity for
the individual colors. Use the MASTER to adjust the amount of overall
gain.
Filter
This function is utilized to pre-filter the incoming signal. Primarily used
when the incoming signal is greater than the native resolution of 1024 x
768 and system level image scaling is required. When the incoming
RGB video signal resolution is greater than the native resolution, Select

Graphic mode and set the frequency for best overall visual
performance. Although typically set to 
None, the Video filter may be
used to clean up a noisy incoming signal. Select the desired option from
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Advanced “continued”
Odd/Even
Certain signals may require you to set the ODD/EVEN parameters. Once selected, you are
presented with an option box for selection. If your image appears jagged or the fields are
offset or seem out of order, switch between STANDARD or NON-STANDARD mode. The
setting of the ODD, ODD PLUS 1 and ODD MINUS 1 is only available when NON-
STANDARD mode is selected. Primarily used for interlaced sources.
  The START parameter is used to set the low end of the detection range, which is
typically set to 25% of image resolution.
  While the STOP parameter is used to set the high end of the detection range, and is
automatically set to 75% of the image resolution.
  For non-interlaced the START/STOP command is ignored
Blanking
The 5200 provides’ the ability to blank out the image on all four sides. The purpose of the
blank control is to remove any unwanted or useless information at the top, bottom, left and
right sides. Once Blanking button is highlighted, a pop-up active list window appears.
Color
Temperature
The 5200 provides’ the ability to select between 4 standard color temperatures. The pop-up
option box includes the following color temperatures; 3200, 5600, 6500 and 9200
 K.
Clamp
Select the required black lev el clamp point. Select between “Back porch” (typically
associated with Video or RGB 3-wire) or “Sync tip” ” (typically associated with RGB 4/5-wire)
or “Tri-Level” ” (typically associated with HDTV) mode of operation on a channel-to-channel
basis. See Clamp pop-up option box.
Gamma
Traditionally, Gamma correction is used to compensate for the non-linear response of
Cathode Ray Tubes (CRT’s). Since the 5200 projector incorporates the DLP technology,
where the DMD’s hav e a linear response, the Gamma signal that is used in standard
broadcast signals must be removed. There are 4 different settings in the pop-up option box
for the Gamma removal. Select the best option for optimum low end or black lev el.
Mode
There are three (3) modes or processing choices for selection through the pop-up option box.
The Video mode uses the built-in 
Motion Adaptive Progressive Scan (MAPS) conversation,
The 
Interlaced Graphics mode applies Filed Jam and the Graphics mode uses neither the
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Source Command  - Is used to select the desired input or display mode. With all available
options installed, the user may select between two (2) RGB modes, two (2) Video modes and
the internal graphics mode.
RGB-1
The RGB-1 input includes separate connectors for RED, GREEN, BLUE video signals, plus
separate connectors for Composite Sync  (Horizontal Drive in the case of five (5) wire inputs)
and Vertical Drive.
The Analog RGB input falls into three major categories, three-wire with sync-on-green, four-
wire with composite sync and five-wire with separate horizontal and vertical driv es. The
AmPro 5200 will automatically configure itself properly for any of the abov e conditions,
including sync input and polarity.
RGB-2
An HD15-pin connector is provided for direct connection to a VGA/SVGA and XGA from an
external PC.
Video
(optional)he Video input is provided through either the internal Faroudja Decoder or the internal AmPro
quad video decoder. The AmPro quad decoder will automatically works with Composite
NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL or SECAM.
S-Video
(optional)  A secondary input to either the above mentioned decoders is the S-Video input. This input
uses a 4-pin mini Din connector, which is standard for this input.
Internal
Refers to the internal graphics card and Windows 95® operation. W hen no external source is
av ailable or required, switch to the internal mode of operation
Configure
Search
The configure search command enables a check box dialog window (left) where you hav e
the option of selecting which source the projector will search if no signal is applied or a lost of
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Setup WizardThe SETUP WIZARD will guide the first time user through a step-by-step setup of the various
image parameters or even if you are an experience user, the Setup Wizard provides a quick
method of setting up a new source.
Main Screen
and FunctionsThe Setup wizard screen provides you with the function list. Use the Back/Next buttons to
move through the list. The Setup Wizard screen also provides the adjust meter along with
brief function instructions. The restore button resets the currently activ e function.
H Pos
Centers the active video area within maximum display area. Adjust for minimal image loss
from side-to-side. Set the start point of the image on the left side. Adjust until the left edge of
the image is just visible, but not cutoff.
Pixel Clock (N)
Reduces or eliminates v ertical banding and focus problems by adjusting the length of each
horizontal line to match the computer line length. Adjust until the right side of the image
matches the display size or is not cut off by the border.
V Pos
Centers the active video area within maximum display area. Adjust for minimal image loss
from top-to-bottom.
Top Flagging
Reduces the image flagging, tearing or jittering at the top of the image.
Bottom
FlaggingReduces the image flagging, tearing or jittering at the bottom of the image.
Blanking
TOP, BOTTOM, LEFT, RIGHT - Use the blanking functions in case of wanted (active) video
information is cutoff or to eliminate any unwanted (non-active) video information. Use the
blanking function for the top, bottom, left and right until the desired effect is achieved.
Rename
Once all parameters hav e been made and satisfied, use the RENAME function to name your
source. Use the  or / buttons until the text window is highlighted. Use the
keyboard to enter a new source name. Using the keyboard, enter the desired channel name
or press [Select] to accept the default name. Will ov erwrite existing channel name
Restore
Use this function to undo the last changes prior to the last sav e. See Note below
NOTE: Channel data is saved when one of the following conditions occurs;
1.) 10-minutes after a change has been made, providing no other changes are made within
the 10-minute save window.
2.) A new channel has been selected, or an action occurs which selects a new channel or
source
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User’s SetupThe User Setup command allows random access the setup controls of the projector.
The more experienced operator typically uses this function.
H Pos
Centers the active video area within maximum display area. Adjust for minimal image
loss from side-to-side. Set the start point of the image on the left side. Adjust until the
left edge of the image is just visible, but not cutoff.
V Pos
Centers the active video area within maximum display area. Adjust for minimal image
loss from top-to-bottom.
Pix Clock
Reduces or eliminates v ertical banding and focus problems by adjusting the length of
each horizontal line to match the computer line length. Adjust until the right side of the
image matches the display size or is not cut off by the border.
Clock Phase
Adjust the timing of the pixels from the computer to match the timing of the pixels on the
projector. Proper adjustment will give sharper vertical lines by using one pixel on the
projector for a single pixel coming from the source.
Border
The border command evokes the border control panel. The user can set the color of the
border to either on of the primary colors or virtually any combination of them. The border
is useful for centering sources that are less than the maximum 1024 x 768 resolution
onto the screen.
Format
Use the Format command to select the closest matching format of the incoming signal
from the List dialog box.
Full Screen
This command scales the incoming signal to the maximum resolution of 1024 x 768.
Unscaled
This command selects the signals original resolution for displays or changes a scaled
signal back to its original resolution.
Restore
Use this function to undo the last changes prior to the last sav e. See NOTE below.
NOTE: Channel data is saved when one of the following conditions occurs;
1.) 10-minutes after a change has been made, providing no other changes are made
within the 10-minute save window.
2.) A new channel has been selected, or an action occurs which selects a new channel
or source
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Scaling
Provides the user with the ability to blank all four sides, Size or “zoom” the image in the
horizontal, vertical or both directions, center the image horizontally, vertically or snap
the image to horizontal/vertical centers. See Scaling controls.
Blanking - Adjust the four sides of the
image until all unwanted v ideo is
eliminated or wanted information is
visible.
Zoom – Adjust the image size in the
horizontal, vertical or both directions until
optimal or desired effect is achieved.
Center – Center the image horizontally,
vertically or snap the image to
horizontal/vertical centers.
Factory DefaultThis command changes the current channel to predetermined factory default. Once
ev oked, the user is presented with a confirmation widow. Once overwrite is selected, all
previously channel changes will be lost.
Advanced
Ev okes an additional function button bar.  Under the Advance command the following
functions are available:
ClampSelect the required black lev el clamp point. Select between “Back porch” (typically
associated with Video or RGB 3-wire) or “Sync tip” ” (typically associated with RGB 4/5-
wire) or “Tri-Level” ” (typically associated with HDTV) mode of operation on a channel-
to-channel basis. See Clamp pop-up option box.
Flagging
Reduces the image flagging, tearing or jittering at the top and/or bottom of the image.
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User’s Setup “continued”
Advanced “continued”
View Data
The View Data provides a comprehensiv e listing window of all of the user channels.
This listing includes all the statistics that make-up a particular channel.

  The Highlighted column denotes the currently selected channel.

  Use the scroll bars at the bottom and right sides to move up-and-down or left-to-
right.
ModeThere are three (3) modes or processing choices for selection through the pop-up
option box. The Video mode uses the built-in 
Motion Adaptive Progressive Scan
(MAPS) conversation, The Interlaced Graphics mode applies Filed Jam and the
Graphics mode uses neither the MAPS or Field Jam correction method.
 Restore
See Restore abov e
Menu Command
The Menu command provides additional access to the channel management
system and to the projector utility area. 
						

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Menu-ChannelsUse the Channels command to access the channel management system with the
following functions.
Select
Highlight the desired channel, then press Select to choose the channel for display.
Save As
First highlight the desired channel, then press Sav e As to evoke the Save As pop-
up window. The Save As command will automatically select the next open channel
number.
Copy
The Copy command provides the ability to copy from channel to another. Once
chosen, the Copy pop-up window is prov ided which allows you to direct from where
you want to copy from to where you want to copy to.
Delete
The delete command allows you to remove any unwanted or duplicate channels.
Once selected a deletion confirmation window will presented, allow you to accept
the deletion process or abort the operation.
Find
This function will first, turn on Auto-Search, then automatically “find” a new channel and
turn Auto-search back off. If Auto-Search is already “on”, this function has no effect.
Lock/Unlock
This channel provides the ability to lockout any changes to channel settings. Press
this command to toggle the Lock/Unlock operation. The status of the Lock/Unlock
function is display in the main Channel command bar (above). Once activated a
confirmation window will appear.
Activate / Deactivate
This command allows you to remove the desired channel or channels from the look-
up list used by the Auto-Search function. If a channel is tagged “deactivated” then
Auto-search will bypass this particular channel during the Auto-Search process.
Use this button to toggle the state of the highlighted channel. The user will be
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Menu-Utility
Sev eral projector set-up and configuration commands are found under the Utility
command.
OrientAllows the user to select the desired projection application for the following modes.
Front-Floor, Front-Ceiling, Rear-Floor and Rear-Ceiling. Press the Orient button to
access the pop-up option box.
Freeze
Toggle Function. Use the Freeze command to freeze the motion of the projected image.
Patterns
Use the Patterns command to display a variety of test patterns or your own bitmap
images. See Patterns List Box.
Configure
The configure options allows the user to set some additional operating parameters of the
projector. Parameters such as, Menu Timeout, Enable External RS232 control and
selecting which communication port to use.
Usage
Usage provides the user with the projector’s serial number and elapsed time on the
Lamp, Projector and PC.  When installing a new lamp, reset the lamp elapsed time. See
Usage items.
Auto Search
The Auto-Search option box allows the user to enable or disable the Auto-Search mode
of operation.
Menu-Service
Password Required
Only qualified personnel use the Service command.