Vidikron Projector Vision Model 150 User Manual

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1List of Figures
2-1. Vision 150 Top/Rear/Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
2-2. Vision 150 Input Panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7
2-3. Vision 150 Rear-Panel Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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4-6. Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
5-1. Removing the Lamp Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
5-2. Unlocking the Lamp  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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1.1 
About This Manual
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Vidikron Vision Model 
150 LightAmp™ Projector and VHD Controller. Throughout this manual, the Vidikron Vision 
Model 150 LightAmp™ Projector and VHD Controller are referred to as the “Vision 150.” 
Target AudienceVidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the 
most out of the Vision 150. 
Vidikron has made...

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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...

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1.3 
Description, Features and 
Benefits
Vidikron’s Vision Model 150 LightAmp™ Projector and VHD Controller bring our most 
advanced technology, 1080p resolution and the world’s first THX® Certified home video 
products together in truly awesome fashion.
The Vision 150 uses a new, ingeniously engineered 3-chip DLP™ light engine, combined with 
an advanced Xenon LightAmp™ lamp illumination system to bring astoundingly high...

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Key Features and BenefitsThe Vision 150 offers these key features and benefits: 
 Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080
 Three-chip Digital Light Processing (DLP) system 
 Two HDMI Inputs (on VHD Controller) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection 
(HDCP)

 Multiple lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility
Parts ListYour Vision 150 is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or...

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2.1 
Vision 150 at a Glance
Figure 2-1 shows the key Vision 150 components. 
Figure 2-1. Vision 150 Top/Rear/Front View
2Controls and Functions
AC IN 220V 50HZ
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1.TOP IR SENSOR 
2.BUILT-IN KEYPAD 
The built-in keypad is located at the back of the projector, beside the input panel. Use it 
similarly to the TheaterMaster Remote Control to perform service-related tasks on the 
projector.
3.INPUT PANEL 
Connect the VHD Controller outputs here. 
4.LED STATUS DISPLAY 
Indicates current operating status of the projector. 
5.LAMP COVER 
Remove this cover to access the lamp...

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Vision 150 Input Panel
Figure 2-2 shows the Vision 150 rear input panel. 
Figure 2-2. Vision 150 Input Panel
1.RS232 IN 
Connect the RS-232 output from the VHD Controller here, using the provided 
RJ11-to-DB9 adapter and communication cable. 
2.RS232 OUT  
Not used.
3.RS422  
Not used. 
4.GPIO  
Not used. 
5.REMOTE  
Wired input from an external remote control or infrared receiver.
6.ETHERNET  
Reserved for...

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2.3 
Vision 150 Rear-Panel 
Keypad
Figure 2-3 shows the Vision 150 rear-panel keypad. 
Figure 2-3. Vision 150 Rear-Panel Keypad
1.LED STATUS DISPLAY  
The LED status window displays an active pattern of segments to indicate the projector 
is changing its state from powered down to powered up. The message “On” appears in 
the display when the projector has completed its initialization and is ready for use. 
2.POWER...