Vidikron Projector Vision Model 80 User Manual

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Connector Panel
RS-232C DVI SVC SYNC
OUT
1.  [SYNC OUT] Terminal
This terminal is intended for servicing purposes. Do not use it. Using 
it may cause an error or malfunction of the unit.
2. [SERVICE] Terminal
This terminal is intended for servicing purposes. Do not use it. Using 
it may cause an error and malfunction of the unit.3. [RS-232C] Terminal (D-sub 9 Pin)
This is the RS-232C interface-specifi  c terminal. This unit can be con-
trolled by a computer connected externally. (see page 18) • For...

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Controls and Features (continued)
1. LAMP INDICATOR:
  Light On:  Indicates the lamp has been used for more than 1900 
hours.
  Blinking:  Indicates that lamp usage time (about 2000 hours) is 
exceeded. Please contact your Vidikron dealer to re-
place the lamp.
2. TEMP INDICATOR
   Blinking:  Indicates the temperature inside the projector is ab-
normally high.
3. POWER INDICATOR
  Light On: During projection.
4. STANDBY INDICATOR
  Light On: When in standby mode.
  Blinking: When in cool down mode.
5....

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*About Cool Down Mode
After projection, the heated lamp will go through a 90-second 
cool-down process known as the cool down mode. This function 
is to prevent damage and deformation that heat from the heated 
lamp may cause to the internal components of this unit. It also pre-
vents lamp breakage and shortened lamp life.
The cool down mode is indicated by the blinking [STAND BY ] in-
dicator. When in the cool down mode, the [OPERATE] button will 
be disabled.After the cool down process is completed,...

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TEST PRESET
ENT
MUTE
LIGHT
1. [ON] Button
   When this unit is in the standby mode, pressing the button 
for more than 1 second will turn this unit on and cause the 
[OPERATE] indicator to light up.
2. [OFF] Button
   When this unit is in operation (projecting), press it for 1 
second or more to switch to the cool down mode, which 
will automatically switch to the standby mode after about 
90 seconds. The [OPERATE OFF] button will not work within 
approximately 1 minute after the light source has been...

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Installation Environment
This unit is a precision device. Do not install it at the following 
places. Doing so may cause fi  re or malfunction of the unit.
• Where there is water, humidity or dust
• Where the unit may be subjected to oily or cigarette smoke
• On a soft surface such as carpet or cushion
•  Where the unit may be subjected to high temperature due to 
direct sunlight
• Where temperature is high or low
Allowable operation temperature range: 41–95ºF, (5–35 °C)
Allowable relative humidity...

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Projector and Screen Installation
The optimum image can be obtained when the center of the lens and the screen are placed perpendicular to each other. Take note of the 
projection angle when placing them. Failing to do so may give rise to trapezoidal distortion of the projected image.
• This unit does not come with a function to correct trapezoidal distortion.
Side ViewTo p  V i e w
Mounting the Unit on a Ceiling
When mounting on a ceiling, please refer to the instructions included with the ceiling...

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Screen Size and Projection Distance 
• This unit uses a 1.3x manual zoom lens for projection.
• Although the focusable projection distance is about 4.92 ft (1.5 m) to 39.37 ft. (12 m), the projection distance recommendable for per-
formance is about 6.56 ft. (2 m) to 26.25 ft. (8 m). Install this unit within this range and adjust the screen size when the aspect ratio of the 
screen is 16:9.
Simply enter the width of your screen (16X9 screen) in inches
Screen 
HeightScreen...

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Eff  ective Range of Remote Control Unit
The operable distance of the remote control unit is about 23 ft. (7 m) for direct reception. The remote control can be used by having the 
transmission signal refl ected off  a screen.
• If a fl uorescent lamp is lit, the remote control unit might not function properly.
When refl ecting off   a screen
Ensure that total of distance A between this unit and screen and distance B between remote control and screen is within 23 ft. (7 m).
• As the eff  ect of signals refl...

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Connecting to Devices
Before connection, be sure to turn off   both the projector and the device to be connected. 
Connecting to the VDP-80 digital video processor 
• Read the manual that is supplied with the digital video processor thoroughly.
•  The signal may attenuate and the image may become unstable depending on the DVI cable. Use high quality DVI cable below 16.40 ft. (5 m). 
When using DVI cable above 16.40 ft. (5 m), use LiveLink™ cable
Control from an external automation device
It is possible...

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Connecting the Power Cord (supplied)
After all devices have been connected, connect the supplied power cord.
1  Connect the supplied power cord to the power input 
terminal of this unit
2  Insert the main plug of the supplied power cord into the 
wall outlet
(e.g.)
• Since the power requirement of this unit is high, insert the power plug directly into a wall outlet. 
• When not using devices, remove the power plug from the wall outlet.
• Do not use power cords for connection other than those...