Vidikron Projector Vision Model 15 User Manual

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7.Specifications .................................................................................................................... 61
Vision 15 Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 61
Vision 15 Dimensions  ..................................................................................................................................... 63
Vision 15ET Dimensions  ................................................................................................................................ 64
Computer Signal Compatibility .................................................................................................................. 65
Video Signal Compatibility  .......................................................................................................................... 66 
						

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1List of Figures
2-1. Vision 15 Front/Side/Top View  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
2-2. Vision 15 Rear Panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
2-3. Vision 15 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3-2. Estimating Throw Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3-3. Projector Placement  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3-6. Folded Optics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3-7. Vision 15ET/CineWide with Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Plate - Exploded View . 21
3-8. Adjusting the Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3-9. HDMI/DVI Source Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3-10. RGB Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3-11. Component Video Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3-12. Composite and S-Video Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3-14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3-15. Focus and Zoom Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3-16. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3-17. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4-1. Vision 15 OSD Menu Structure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4-6. Keystone Correction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
4-7. Overscan Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7-1. Vision 15 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
7-2. Vision 15ET Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 
						

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							Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual 1 
1.1 
About This Manual
This manual describes how to install, set up and operate a Vidikron Vision 15 Series Digital 
Light Processing (DLP™) Projector. This product family consists of three models:
 Vision 15
 Vision 15ET (Extended-Throw)
 Vision 15ET/CineWide
Throughout this manual, all three projectors are referred to collectively as the “Vision 15.” 
The information in this manual applies to all three projectors except where otherwise 
indicated. 
Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the 
most out of the Vision 15. 
Vidikron has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was 
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it 
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and 
other Vidikron product manuals on-line, at www.Vidikron.com. 
If You Have Comments About 
This Manual...
Vidikron welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [email protected].
Textual and Graphic 
Conventions
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify the 
information and instructions provided:
 Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for 
example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”
 Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is 
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to 
Letterbox, type RRD02.” 
 All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle 
brackets. These keys are the following: , , , 
 and .
 indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your keyboard 
if it has both keys.
In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used to 
highlight important information, as in this example:
1Introduction
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Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual, 
to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or 
injury: 
1.2 
Using This Manual
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. 
TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using 
certain features. 
NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance. 
They also provide supplemental information. 
CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade 
performance or cause a malfunction.
WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result in 
damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user. 
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death. 
Tip
Note
Caution
WARNING
DANGER!
If you need...... Turn to page:
Information about obtaining serviceiv
General information about the Vision Model 15 Series DLP 
Projectors3
Installation instructions11
First-time configuration instructions 30
Advanced configuration instructions49
Troubleshooting tips57
Specifications for the Vision Model 15 Series DLP Projectors 61 
						

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1.3 
Description, Features and 
Benefits
The Vidikron Vision Model 15 Series DLP Projectors combines a highly efficient optical light 
engine with broad installation and integration options.
Vidikron has implemented a host of advancements into the projector’s light engine to take 
full advantage of its widescreen, high-definition Digital Micromirror Device (DMD™) chip. The 
Vision 15 features Enhanced GEN 3™ technology to produce deeper blacks, greater contrast 
ratio and brightness, and richly saturated colors.
Among the Vision 15’s features are a sophisticated color-balancing system that results in the 
industry’s best gray scale tracking, and far surpasses the capabilities of CRT projectors. 
Accurate gray scale reproduction is vital to vibrant, true-to-life color reproduction, as well as 
superior black level and white level performance. Vidikron’s acclaimed Imagix™ video 
processing and scaling assure pristine video imagery, while the Vision 15’s generous light 
output capability is powerful enough to handle screens as large as 96 inches wide with ease.
The Vision 15 features a 16:9 aspect ratio resolution of 1280 x 720. It provides an HDMI input 
for pure digital video signal transmission. In addition, the projector’s broad lens shift 
capability, variable throw distance, and electronic horizontal and vertical keystone correction 
allow for flexible placement within virtually any theater environment. Discrete IR and/or 
serial control makes it simple to partner the Vision 15 with other audio/video components 
and automated control systems for a truly high-end, home cinema system.
For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope” 
(2.35:1) format, the Vision 15 can be equipped with Vidikron’s patent-pending CineWide™ 
technology, a combination of software, electronics and high-quality anamorphic optics. 
CineWide maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater. When a 
viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider 
while full height is maintained. 
CineWide requires the use of a 2.35:1 or similar aspect ratio superwide format 
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Key Features and BenefitsThe Vision 15 offers these key features and benefits:
 Native Resolution: 1280 x 720
 High-performance Digital Light Processing (DLP™) engine
 HDMI Input with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)

 Brilliant Color™ provides enhanced primary and secondary color processing for more 
lifelike images
Parts ListYour Vision 15 is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, 
please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888) 4VIDIKRON. 
 Vision 15 DLP Projector
two (2), AAA-size batteries
 AC Power Cord (by country)

 Serial Communication Cable (D-sub 9-pin female to Mini-DIN 9-pin male),  
5.9 in. (15 cm)
 Warranty information and registration card
 Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual (this document)
Optional Accessories: 
 CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)
 Ceiling mount kit (part number 956-0256-00)
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2.1 
Vision 15 at a Glance
Figure 2-1 shows the locations of key Vision 15 components.
Figure 2-1. Vision 15 Front/Side/Top View
1.TOP IR SENSOR
2.VERTICAL LENS SHIFT DIAL 
Shifts the image up or down.
3.INTAKE VENT
4.ADJUSTABLE FEET 
Use to adjust the height or projection angle.
5.VIDIKRON LOGO 
The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted) 
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and 
rotate it 180 degrees.
2Controls and Functions
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6.FRONT IR SENSOR
7.ZOOM/FOCUS RING 
Use this to change the projected image size or focus the image.
8.EXHAUST VENT
9.HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT DIAL 
Shifts the image left or right.
10.TEMPERATURE INDICATOR 
Flashes blue when the projector is overheated.
11.POWER/STANDBY INDICATOR 
Indicates power status as follows:
 Lights solid blue when the projector is in standby mode
 Off during normal operation
 Flashes blue after the projector is turned off to indicate that the lamp is cooling down
2.2 
Vision 15 Rear Panel
Figure 2-2 shows the Vision 15 rear panel.
Figure 2-2. Vision 15 Rear Panel
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