Vidikron Projector Vision Model 70 User Manual

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3.4 
Installing the Optional 
CineWide Lens Mount
If you are installing a Vision 70/CineWide or Vision 70/CineWide with AutoScope, proceed as 
follows to install the AutoScope lens motor or fixed CineWide base plate. 
Attaching the AutoScope 
Lens Motor or Fixed 
CineWide Base Plate to 
Projector
If you are installing a Vision 70/CineWide, proceed with Installing the Lens Base Plate (Vision 
70/CineWide) on page 22....

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4. Secure the motor to the projector with the eight screws and spacers provided for this 
purpose, as shown in 
Figure 3-5. 
Figure 3-5. Vision 70/CineWide with AutoScope Lens Motor - Bottom View 

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5.Attaching the Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets: Use the supplied hardware to attach 
the ceiling mount extension brackets to the bottom of the projector as shown in 
Figure 
3-6.  
 
For ceiling installations, these brackets bring the mounting points for the projector 
mounting plate (included with the projector ceiling mount kit) from the bottom of the 
projector up and around the lens motor housing. For floor...

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Installing the Lens Base Plate (Vision 70/CineWide): To install the fixed CineWide base 
plate on a Vision 70/CineWide:
1. Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface. 
2. Line up the four mounting holes on the CineWide base plate with those on the bottom 
of the projector.
3.If you are mounting the Vision 70/CineWide on a ceiling: Line up the four holes on 
the projector ceiling mounting plate...

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3.5 
Mounting the Vision 70
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 placed upright on 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...

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3.6 
Connections to the Vision 
70
Proceed as follows to connect the Vision 70 to 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 have them.
Connector Panel AccessTo access the...

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RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source (DVD player or HD 
set top box) to the COMP 2/RGB input; see 
Figure 3-9. You can use the included 
DB15HD-to-5 x BNC cable if your RGB source has a 15-pin, VGA-type connector. 
Figure 3-9. RGB Connections
The Vision 70 supports computer resolutions of 1024x768, 800x600 and 
640x480. Note
S-VID /S-VIDS-VID /S-VID
DVD Player or
HD Set Top Box
Green   Blue...

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Progressive Component Video Connections: Connect your progressive component 
source (DVD player or HD set top box) to the COMP 2/RGB input as shown in 
Figure 3-10. 
Figure 3-10. Progressive Component Video Connections
S-VID /S-VID
DTV or Progressive
Component (YPbPr)
Source
Y       Pb     Pr 

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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: Use the included cables to connect 
your composite, S-Video and SD (480i) component video sources to the Vision 70 as shown in 
Figure 3-11. 
Figure 3-11. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections
S-VID /S-VID
DTV Source, 
DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver
etc. 

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RS-232 Controller 
Connection
Connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port on 
the Vision 70; see 
Figure 3-12. Use a standard, 4-wire RJ-11 telephone cable, wired 
straight-through.
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on 
page 65.
Figure 3-12. RS-232 Control System Connection
➤
S-VID /S-VID
DTV Source, 
DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver...