Vidikron Projector Vision Model 140 User Manual

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3.6 
Mounting the Vision 
140/150
There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen 
installation, one method may be more suitable than another. 
Floor Mounting (Upright)In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and 
level surface such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when moving a projector during a 
presentation or from site to site. If possible,...

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3.7 
Connections to the Vision 
140/150 and VHD 
Controller 
Proceed as follows to connect the VHD Controller to the Vision 140/150, your video sources, 
external controller(s) – if present – and AC power.
When connecting your equipment:
 Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
 Use the correct signal cables for each source.
 Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors 
that...

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Connecting Source 
Components to the VHD 
Controller 
Connect your video sources to the VHD Controller as shown and described in the sections 
that follow. 
HDMI Connections: See Figure 3-10. 
Figure 3-10. HDMI Source Connections
Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video 
quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the 
entire signal path, from source component output into...

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Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-11. 
Figure 3-11. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections
HD1
HD2
G/YINPUTS
HV R/Pr B/PbG/Y H V R/Pr B/Pb
Component Video Pb
Pr YVideo
S-Video 2 S-Video 1 12 3TRIGGERS
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
DTV or Progressive
Component (YPbPr)
Source
Red/Pr Green/Y  Blue/Pb  Horiz  Vert 

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Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-12. 
Figure 3-12. Analog RGB Connections
HD1
HD2
G/YINPUTS
HV R/Pr B/PbG/Y H V R/Pr B/Pb
Component Video Pb PrY Video S-Video 2S-Video 1 12 3TRIGGERS
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
Personal Computer
Red Green Blue Horiz  Vert 

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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-13. 
Figure 3-13. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections
HD1
HD2
G/YINPUTS
HV R/Pr B/PbG/Y H V R/Pr B/Pb
Component Video Pb PrY Video S-Video 2S-Video 1 12 3TRIGGERS
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc etc.
Pb    Pr      Y 

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RS-232 Controller 
Connection 
Use a straight-through, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater 
control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the VHD Controller; see 
Figure 3-14. 
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on 
page 91.
Figure 3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection
Pb Pr Y
Video3
IR
RS-232 Control S-Video 1
S-Video 2 12
TRIGGERS
RS-232 Out...

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Connecting 12-Volt Trigger 
Outputs to External Theater 
Equipment 
If your Vision 140/150 is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, connect the 
AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the VHD Controller; see 
Figure 3-15. 
Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or 
screen masks) to the other trigger outputs. 
Figure 3-15. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs
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Connecting an External IR 
Receiver to the VHD 
Controller
If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the VHD Controller due to excessive 
distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an external IR 
receiver to the VHD Controller to extend the range of the remote control. See 
Figure 3-16. 
Figure 3-16. External IR Receiver Connection
Connecting to AC PowerThe Vision 140/150 system...

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3.8 
Turning on the Power
1. Turn on your source components. 
2. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the VHD Controller.
3. If this is an AutoScope-equipped projector, turn on the main power switch at the rear of 
the AutoScope lens motor. The lens motor power switch is located next to the AC input 
(see 
Figure 3-15). 
4. Press the ON button on the remote control – or the POWER button on the VHD 
Controller front panel –...