Vidikron Projector Vision Model 140 User Manual

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9.Menu Navigation Buttons:  
 
UP BUTTON ()  
Used to move the menu cursor up in the Vision 140/150 menu system. 
 
LEFT BUTTON ()  
Used to move the menu cursor left in the Vision 140/150 menu system. 
 
DOWN BUTTON () 
Used to move the menu cursor down in the Vision 140/150 menu system. 
 
RIGHT BUTTON () 
Used to move the menu cursor right in the Vision 140/150 menu system.  
 
ENTER BUTTON 
When an item is highlighted on the On-Screen Display, the ENTER button selects the 
item. 
10.INPUT 2 (DVI)  
Press this button to select projector Input 2 (HDMI output from the VHD Controller). 
11.HELP  
Press HELP to display on-screen help text. Press HELP again (or EXIT) to hide it.
12.EXIT  
When in the menu structure, the EXIT button brings the menu back one page or cancels 
the current function. 
						

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2.4 
VHD Controller Front 
Panel
Figure 2-4 shows the controls and indicators on the VHD Controller front panel; the 
paragraphs that follow describe them. 
Figure 2-4. VHD Controller Front Panel
1.POWER BUTTON 
Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to standby 
mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on the 
remote control. 
2.IR SENSOR 
Receives IR commands from the remote. 
3.VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY  
Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected menu 
or – if no menu is selected – the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input 
resolution and aspect ratio. 
Component SD  NTSC    480i
16:9      V150
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2.5 
VHD Controller Rear Panel
Figure 2-5 shows the rear connector panel on the VHD Controller.
Figure 2-5. VHD Controller Rear Panel
Outputs1.HDMI OUT 
Connect this to Input 2 (DVI) on the Vision 140/150 (see Figure 2-2). 
Inputs2.HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (Digital) 
Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with 
a DVI or HDMI output.
3.HD1 / HD2 (5 x Analog BNCs) 
Two inputs (five BNCs per input) for connecting either RGB or component 
high-definition television signals. The VHD Controller automatically detects the signal 
format: RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.
4.COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors) 
Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for 
component video from sources such as DVD players.
5.COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT 
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other 
composite video source.
6.S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2 
Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super 
VHS (S-VHS) VCR. 
7.12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS  
Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices such as retractable 
screens or screen masks. 
8.RS-232 OUTPUT  
Connect this to the RS232 IN input on the projector, using the provided communication 
cable. 
Pb Pr Y
Video3
IR
RS-232 Control S-Video 1
S-Video 2
HD1
HD212 R/Pr G/Y B/Pb
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V
HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI OutHV
TRIGGERS
RS-232 OutCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER. AV I S : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN!
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max
INPUTSSYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE
Component Video
Serial No
Video Processor / ControllerModel
Made In USA
12
4
510
11
12 13 8
6 79
3
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.Tip 
						

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9.IR 
Wired input from a wired remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini phono 
jack, wired as follows:
 
Ring = +5V 
Tip = IR Input 
Sleeve = Ground 
10.RS-232 CONTROL PORT 
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater 
automation/control system. 
11.POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) 
Connect the VHD Controller to power here. 
12.MAIN AC FUSE 
This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow). 
13.MAIN POWER SWITCH 
Disconnects or applies power to the VHD Controller.
When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected to the 
wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the VHD is disabled. Note 
						

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2.6 
Vision 140/150 Remote 
Control Unit 
Figure 2-6 shows the Vision 140/150 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe 
its functionality.
Figure 2-6. VHD Controller/Vision 140/150 Remote Control
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1.IR OUTPUT INDICATOR 
Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted.
2.LIGHT  
Press to illuminate the buttons.
3.ON / OFF 
Press to turn the projector on or off.
4.ENT (Enter) 
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting. 
5.Cursor Buttons (, , , )  
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display patterns. 
 
When no menu is present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through the 
available aspect ratios, in this order: 
 
UP Button = 16:9 - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - IntelliWide - Cinema - IntelliWide 2.35 
DOWN Button = IntelliWide 2.35 - Cinema - IntelliWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - 16:9 
 
Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in this 
order: 
 
LEFT Button = HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB 1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 - 
S-Video 1 - Composite
 
RIGHT Button = Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 - 
HD/RGB
 2 - HDMI 1 - HDMI 2
6.RETURN/EXIT 
Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one, or to cancel an 
operation. 
7.MENU 
Press this button to access the OSD controls. 
On some remote control units, this button is where the RETURN/EXIT 
button (item #6) appears here. 
Intelliwide 2.35 is available only on the Vision 140/150/CineWide. For 
more information about aspect ratios, refer to 
Table 4-1.
The “direct select” function of the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT buttons is 
available only on the analog inputs (HD/RGB, SD Component, Composite 
and S-Video). 
On some remote control units, the ENT (Enter) button (item #4) is in this 
location.
Note
Note
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Memory Preset Buttons:
8.ISF NT (Night) 
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset. 
9.ISF DAY 
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.
10.CUST 2 
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset.
11.CUST 1 
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset. 
12.VIDEO (1) 
Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric character “1.”
13.S-VID 1 (2) / S-VID 2 (5) (S-Video) 
Press to select an S-Video input or to enter the numeric character “2” or “5.”
14.COMP (Component) (3)  
Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the 
numeric character “3.”
15.HD 1 (4) / HD 2 (7)  
Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input or to enter the numeric 
character “4” or “7.” 
16.HDMI 1 (6) / HDMI 2 (8)  
Press to select a Digital Video input or to enter the numeric character “6” or “8.” 
Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons:  
Use these buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters, as follows: 
17.16:9 (9)  
For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 
18.4:3 (0)  
Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen. 
19.LETBOX (Letterbox)  
For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen. 
20.I-WIDE (IntelliWide) 
Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.
21.CINEMA  
For viewing 2.35:1 source material. 
22.SVC (CineWide-equipped projectors only) 
Selects the IntelliWide 2.35 aspect ratio, used for viewing 16:9 source material on a 2.35:1 
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3.1 
Remote Control
Battery InstallationTo install batteries in the remote control: 
1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control. 
2. Insert the batteries included with the remote control. Ensure that the polarities correctly 
match the 
 and  markings inside the battery compartment. 
3. Replace the battery cover. 
Notes on Remote Control 
Operation
The remote control can be used to control the Vision 140/150 within the ranges shown in 
Figure 3-1. 
Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control
3Installation
1. Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.
2. If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries 
to avoid damage from battery leakage.Note
Component SD  NTSC  480i
16:9  
Approx.
7m / 23ft 
HD
1
HD
2S-VID
2 S-VID
1
HDMI
1
HDMI
2 VIDEOISF
DAY ISF
NTCUST
1CUST
2
MEMORYRETURN
EXITMENU
COMPSOURCE SELECTION
ANA 4x3LET
BOX
I-WIDECINEMA
LIGHT
OFFON
SVC ASPECT
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 Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature.
 The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the 
VHD Controller away from the fluorescent lamp.
 Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote 
control and the IR receiver on the VHD Controller or projector.
 If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the 
batteries with new ones.
 The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright 
sunlight or fluorescent lighting.
 Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this 
happens, point the remote control at the VHD Controller, and repeat the operation.