Vidikron Vision 15ET, Vision 15 User Manual

Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projectors

Vision 15

Vision 15ET

Vision 15ET/CineWide™

15

VERSION 1.1

INSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers

Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and welcome to the Vidikron family! With proper installation, setup
and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance.

This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your other
important documents.

WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

SERVICE LABOR: Planar Systems, Inc. (“Planar”) will pay for service labor at an Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of
manufacturing defect for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the lamp).

PARTS (not including the lamp): Planar will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts
are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.

PROJECTOR LAMP: Planar will pay for service labor at an Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a manufacturing
defect for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In
addition, Planar will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship
for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such
replacement lamps are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does not
cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper
maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and brownouts;
damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote control units,
damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty.

CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM AUTHORIZED VIDIKRON DEALERS.
ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE
RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE
UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN
AUTHORIZED VIDIKRON DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY
THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR VIDIKRON PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY AN
AUTHORIZED VIDIKRON DEALER.

RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:

Planar limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There are
no express warranties. Planar also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the failure
of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

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EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:

This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as
evidence of the purchase date.

IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION:

Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Planar knows how to reach you promptly if we should
discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.

CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:

Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vidikron video product will be performed at the location of
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from an Authorized
Vidikron Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs. If,
solely in Planar’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Authorized
Vidikron Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Vidikron factory, it is the owner’s responsibility to arrange
for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Vidikron Dealer. If this is not
possible, contact Planar directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Planar will return product
transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the
responsibility of the owner.

COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

© Copyright 2008 Planar Systems, Inc. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright, trademark and
other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or
other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.

Trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.

Vidikron products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other Patents Pending.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

To locate the name and address of the nearest Authorized Vidikron Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited
Warranty, please call or write:

PLANAR SYSTEMS, INC.

1195 NW Compton Drive

Beaverton, OR 97006-1992

Ph: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: (866) PLANAR1

PRODUCT INFORMATION

RETAIN FOR YOUR RECORDS

_________________________________________________________ ________________________________________

Model Purchased Date

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Serial Number

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Vidikron Authorized Dealer Name

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address

____________________________________________ __________________ ________________________

City State/Province Postal Code

____________________________________________ _______________________________________________________

Phone Fax

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Important Safety Instructions

Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video projector! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video
that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the
menus and operation.

WAR NING

CAUTION

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOTOPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

CAUTION:

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is
provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. The +12V trigger only outputs 12Vdc signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could
cause damage to this unit.

16. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.

17. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to
removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

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18. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode
in rare occasions.

19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on.

Compliance Information

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:

Manufacturer’s Name: Planar Systems, Inc.

Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992

hereby declares that the products Model Numbers:

Vision 15, Vision 15ET and Vision 15ET/CineWide

conform with the provisions of:

Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;

EN 55022 “Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology equipment” 1998;

EN 55024 “Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology equipment” 1998;

Including:

• EN 61000-4-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 2: Electrostatic
discharge immunity test”

• EN 61000-4-3 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 3: Radiated,
Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test”

• EN 61000-4-4 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 4: Electrical fast
transient/burst immunity test”

• EN 61000-4-5 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 5: Surge immunity
test"

• EN 61000-4-6 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 6: Conducted
disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-8 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 8: Conducted
disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-11 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 11: Voltage dips,
short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests"

And:

• EN 61000-3-2 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input
current up to and including 16 A per phase)" 2000;

• EN 61000-3-3 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 3: Limitations of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and
flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A and not subject to
conditional connection" 1995;

Council Directive 2006/95/EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety;

EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”

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The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Planar Systems, Inc., 1195
NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992.

Date of Declaration: January 2008

FCC PART 15:

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003):

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be hazardous if
not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws.

For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG.

For lamp specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.

DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applicable throughout the European Union and other
European countries with separate collection programs)

This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be treated as
household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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1Table of Contents

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................. iii

Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................. vi

Compliance Information .........................................................................................................vii

1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1

About This Manual ............................................................................................................................................ 1

If You Have Comments About This Manual... .................................................................................. 1

Textual and Graphic Conventions ....................................................................................................... 1

Using This Manual ............................................................................................................................................. 2

Description, Features and Benefits ............................................................................................................. 3

Key Features and Benefits....................................................................................................................... 4

Parts List ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

2. Controls and Functions ...................................................................................................... 5

Vision 15 at a Glance ........................................................................................................................................ 5

Vision 15 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 6

Vision 15 Remote Control ............................................................................................................................... 8

3. Installation ........................................................................................................................ 11

Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................ 11

Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................................................... 11

Notes on Remote Control Operation................................................................................................ 12

Quick Setup ....................................................................................................................................................... 13

Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................................................14

Installation Type.......................................................................................................................................14

Ambient Light ........................................................................................................................................... 14

Throw Distance......................................................................................................................................... 15

Vertical and Horizontal Position ......................................................................................................... 16

Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift......................................................................................................17

Folded Optics ............................................................................................................................................19

Other Considerations ............................................................................................................................. 20

Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Base Plate ...............................................................................20

Mounting the Vision 15 ................................................................................................................................. 22

Floor Mounting (Upright) .....................................................................................................................22

Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) ................................................................................................................ 22

Adjusting the Projector Height or Projection Angle...................................................................22

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Connections to the Vision 15 ...................................................................................................................... 23

Connector Panel Access ........................................................................................................................23

Connecting Source Components to the Vision 15 ...................................................................... 23

RS-232 Controller Connection ............................................................................................................ 28

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment ................................... 29

Turning on the Power ....................................................................................................................................29

Changing the OSD Language ..................................................................................................................... 30

Adjusting the Picture Orientation ............................................................................................................. 30

Primary Lens Adjustments ...........................................................................................................................31

Focus and Zoom.......................................................................................................................................31

Shift .............................................................................................................................................................. 32

Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens ................................................................ 33

4. Operation .......................................................................................................................... 35

Using the On-Screen Menus ........................................................................................................................35

Main Menu .................................................................................................................................................36

Source Select .............................................................................................................................................37

Picture Adjust ............................................................................................................................................37

Aspect Ratio ............................................................................................................................................... 42

Installation..................................................................................................................................................45

Information ................................................................................................................................................48

Setup ............................................................................................................................................................49

ISF .................................................................................................................................................................. 50

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 53

Cleaning the Projector ...................................................................................................................................53

Cleaning the Lens ............................................................................................................................................ 53

Cleaning the Intake and Exhaust Vents ................................................................................................... 54

Lamp Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................55

Lamp Cautions .................................................................................................................................................. 55

Lamp Replacement .........................................................................................................................................56

Troubleshooting Tips .....................................................................................................................................57

6. Serial Communications ....................................................................................................59

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ..........................................................................................59

Serial Command Syntax ................................................................................................................................59

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7. Specifications .................................................................................................................... 61

Vision 15 Specifications .................................................................................................................................61

Vision 15 Dimensions .....................................................................................................................................63

Vision 15ET Dimensions ................................................................................................................................ 64

Computer Signal Compatibility ..................................................................................................................65

Video Signal Compatibility .......................................................................................................................... 66

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1List of Figures

2-1. Vision 15 Front/Side/Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2-2. Vision 15 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2-3. Vision 15 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3-2. Estimating Throw Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3-3. Projector Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3-6. Folded Optics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

3-7. Vision 15ET/CineWide with Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Plate - Exploded View . 21

3-8. Adjusting the Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

3-9. HDMI/DVI Source Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

3-10. RGB Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

3-11. Component Video Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

3-12. Composite and S-Video Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

3-14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

3-15. Focus and Zoom Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

3-16. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

3-17. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

4-1. Vision 15 OSD Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

4-6. Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

4-7. Overscan Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

7-1. Vision 15 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

7-2. Vision 15ET Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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1Introduction

Note

This manual describes how to install, set up and operate a Vidikron Vision 15 Series Digital
Light Processing (DLP™) Projector. This product family consists of three models:

• Vision 15

• Vision 15ET (Extended-Throw)

• Vision 15ET/CineWide

Throughout this manual, all three projectors are referred to collectively as the “Vision 15.”
The information in this manual applies to all three projectors except where otherwise
indicated.

Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the
most out of the Vision 15.

Vidikron has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and
other Vidikron product manuals on-line, at www.Vidikron.com.

Vidikron welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [e-mail].

Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify the
information and instructions provided:

• Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for
example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”

• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type RRD02.”

• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>,
<Esc> and <Tab>.

• <Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your keyboard
if it has both keys.

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If You Have Comments About This Manual...

Textual and Graphic Conventions

In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used to
highlight important information, as in this example:

A carriage return must be used after each command or string.

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Note

Caution

WARNING

DANGER!

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:

TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using

Tip

certain features.

NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance.
They also provide supplemental information.

CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade
performance or cause a malfunction.

WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result in
damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.

DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death.

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Using This Manual

Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.

If you need... ... Turn to page:

Information about obtaining service iv

General information about the Vision Model 15 Series DLP
Projectors

Installation instructions 11

First-time configuration instructions 30

Advanced configuration instructions 49

Troubleshooting tips 57

Specifications for the Vision Model 15 Series DLP Projectors 61

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Introduction

Note

The Vidikron Vision Model 15 Series DLP Projectors combines a highly efficient optical light
engine with broad installation and integration options.

Vidikron has implemented a host of advancements into the projector’s light engine to take
full advantage of its widescreen, high-definition Digital Micromirror Device (DMD™) chip. The
Vision 15 features Enhanced GEN 3™ technology to produce deeper blacks, greater contrast
ratio and brightness, and richly saturated colors.

Among the Vision 15’s features are a sophisticated color-balancing system that results in the
industry’s best gray scale tracking, and far surpasses the capabilities of CRT projectors.
Accurate gray scale reproduction is vital to vibrant, true-to-life color reproduction, as well as
superior black level and white level performance. Vidikron’s acclaimed Imagix™ video
processing and scaling assure pristine video imagery, while the Vision 15’s generous light
output capability is powerful enough to handle screens as large as 96 inches wide with ease.

The Vision 15 features a 16:9 aspect ratio resolution of 1280 x 720. It provides an HDMI input
for pure digital video signal transmission. In addition, the projector’s broad lens shift
capability, variable throw distance, and electronic horizontal and vertical keystone correction
allow for flexible placement within virtually any theater environment. Discrete IR and/or
serial control makes it simple to partner the Vision 15 with other audio/video components
and automated control systems for a truly high-end, home cinema system.

For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope”
(2.35:1) format, the Vision 15 can be equipped with Vidikron’s patent-pending CineWide™
technology, a combination of software, electronics and high-quality anamorphic optics.
CineWide maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater. When a
viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider
while full height is maintained.

1.3 Description, Features and Benefits

CineWide requires the use of a 2.35:1 or similar aspect ratio superwide format
screen.

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Key Features and Benefits The Vision 15 offers these key features and benefits:

• Native Resolution: 1280 x 720

• High-performance Digital Light Processing (DLP™) engine

• HDMI Input with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)

•HDTV Compatible

• Brilliant Color™ provides enhanced primary and secondary color processing for more
lifelike images

Parts List Your Vision 15 is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,

please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888) 4VIDIKRON.

• Vision 15 DLP Projector

•Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries

• AC Power Cord (by country)

•HDMI to HDMI Cable

• Serial Communication Cable (D-sub 9-pin female to Mini-DIN 9-pin male),

5.9 in. (15 cm)

• Warranty information and registration card

• Vidikron Vision Model 15 Installation/Operation Manual (this document)

Optional Accessories:

• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)

• Ceiling mount kit (part number 956-0256-00)

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2Controls and Functions

Figure 2-1 shows the locations of key Vision 15 components.

1

11

10

9

2.1 Vision 15 at a Glance

2

345678

Figure 2-1. Vision 15 Front/Side/Top View

1. TOP IR SENSOR

2. VERTICAL LENS SHIFT DIAL

Shifts the image up or down.

3. INTAKE VENT

4. ADJUSTABLE FEET

Use to adjust the height or projection angle.

5. VIDIKRON LOGO

The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted)
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and
rotate it 180 degrees.

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15

15

8

5 63 4

21

7

6. FRONT IR SENSOR

7. ZOOM/FOCUS RING

Use this to change the projected image size or focus the image.

8. EXHAUST VENT

9. HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT DIAL

Shifts the image left or right.

10. TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

Flashes blue when the projector is overheated.

11. POWER/STANDBY INDICATOR

Indicates power status as follows:

• Lights solid blue when the projector is in standby mode

• Off during normal operation

• Flashes blue after the projector is turned off to indicate that the lamp is cooling down

2.2 Vision 15 Rear Panel

Figure 2-2 shows the Vision 15 rear panel.

Figure 2-2. Vision 15 Rear Panel

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1. 12-VOLT (250 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUT (3.5-mm mini phono jack; Tip = +12V; Sleeve =

Tip

Ground)

Connection for a retractable screen, screen mask or other, 12-volt trigger-activated
device.

2. RS-232 CONTROL PORT

A female, 9-pin mini-DIN connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater
automation/control system.

3. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT

Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other
composite video source.

4. S-VIDEO

A standard S-Video input for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS
(S-VHS) VCR.

5. HDMI

HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a DVI
or HDMI output.

6. DVI-I (Analog/Digital)

Accepts either an HDCP-compliant, digital video input (DVI-D) or an RGB PC signal from a
personal computer (DVI-A).

7. COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors)

Standard- or high-definition (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p) Component
(YPrPb) input for connecting a DVD/HD-DVD/BD player, HD set-top box or other SD/HD
source.

Controls and Functions

For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.

8. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

Connect the Vision 15 to power here.

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Controls and Functions

2.3 Vision 15 Remote Control

Figure 2-3 shows the Vision 15 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its
functionality.

1

OFF

COMP

SOURCE

S-VID

ON

2

VIDEO

3

11

12

DVI-A

16:9

I-WIDE

CUST

DVI-D

ASPECT

4:3

CINEMA

MEMORY

ISFNTISF

DAY

HDMI

L-BOX

I-WIDE

2.35

DEF

4

5

6

13

7

14

EXIT

MENU

8

2

5

0

LIGHT

15

1

4

789

Figure 2-3. Vision 15 Remote Control

9

3

6

10

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1. ON / OFF

Press to turn the projector on or off.

2. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR

Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted.

3. Source Selection Buttons:

VIDEO

Press to switch to the Composite video input.

S-VIDEO

Press to switch to the S-Video input.

COMP

Press to switch to the Component (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p) video
input.

DVI-A

Press to switch to the DVI-A input.

DVI-D

Press to switch to the DVI-D input.

HDMI

Press to switch to the HDMI input.

4. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons
Use these buttons to select an aspect ratio directly, as follows:

16:9

For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.

4:3

Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.

LETBOX (Letterbox)

For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen.

I-WIDE (IntelliWide)

Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.

CINEMA

For viewing 2.35:1 source material.

I-WIDE (IntelliWide 2.35 – Vision 15ET/CineWide only)

Selects the IntelliWide 2.35 aspect ratio, used for viewing 16:9 source material on a 2.35:1
screen.

Controls and Functions

5. DEF
Press to restore factory-default settings for the current source.

6. ISF DAY
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.

7. ENTER
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.

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8. MENU

Press this button to access the on-screen display (OSD) controls.

9. Not used.

10. LIGHT

Press this button to illuminate the buttons.

11. CUST

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom” memory preset.

12. ISF NT

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.

13. Cursor Keys ( , , , )

Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display patterns.

14. EXIT

Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one.

15. NUMBER KEYS

Use these buttons to enter menu passcodes.

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3Installation

To install batteries in the remote control:

1. Press down the tab on the cover and
pull the cover in the direction of the
arrow.

2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that
the polarities correctly match the
and markings inside the battery
compartment.

3. Insert the lower tab of the cover into the
opening, and press down the cover until
it clicks in place.

• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.

• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid

damage from battery leakage.

3.1 Remote Control

Notes on Batteries• Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries.

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Note

Notes on Remote Control

Operation

The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in Figure
3-1.

30°

23'(7 m)

45°

45°

23'(7 m)

30°

Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control

The signal from the remote control can be reflected by the screen or other
surfaces.

• For best results, hold the remote control within 23 feet (7m) of the back or top sensor and
aligned within 30°.

• 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
projector 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 projector.

• If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the
batteries with new ones.

• Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this
happens, point the remote control at the projector, and repeat the operation.

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Note

Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 15 installation process. The sections following
this one provide detailed instructions.

Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation
specialist.

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Step Procedure

Choose a location for the projector 14

1

If installing a Vision 15ET/CineWide: Install CineWide lens

2

base plate (optional)

Mount the projector 22

3

Connect signal sources to the Vision 15 23

4

Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional) 28

5

Connect 12-volt trigger output to retractable screen or other,

6

12-volt trigger-activated equipment (optional)

For Details, Refer to

page...

20

29

3.2 Quick Setup

Apply power to the projector 29

7

Change the OSD Language (optional) 30

8

For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select the

9

proper picture orientation

Primary lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom),

10

position (shift) and focus

Install CineWide anamorphic lens (optional) 33

11

CineWide lens adjustments: position, pitch (angle), geometry

12

and focus

Projector calibration: adjust the following for each input;
save settings when finished:
Aspect ratio
Brightness

13

Contrast
Color level
Tint
Input position

30

17, 31

33

42 through 47

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3.3 Installation Considerations

Installation Type Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or

Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are
installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into account
to ensure your projector performs optimally.

inverted mount.

Table 3-2 compares these various installation methods.

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

Advantages Considerations

Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

• Easy to set up

• Can be moved or changed quickly

• Easy to access

Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Does not take up audience space

• Projector is unobtrusive

• Projector cannot be accidentally moved

Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation

• Projector is completely hidden

• Projector is easily accessed

• Usually good ambient light rejection

• Shares floor space with audience

• Installation is more permanent

• Projector access is more difficult

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Projector is completely hidden

• Usually good ambient light rejection

Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

• Projector is completely hidden

• Usually good ambient light rejection

• Requires less space behind screen than other
rear screen installations

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

Ambient Light In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast ratio in your

images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft of
light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed out
and less vibrant.

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an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether or not you

Estimating Throw Distance

Throw Distance (TD) = Screen Width (w) x Lens Throw Ratio

Screen width (w)

TD

have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if your image will
be the right size for your screen.

You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the width of the screen and
multiplying it by the lens throw ratio; see

Figure 3-2. The result of this calculation tells you
roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order to project a
focused image large enough to fill the screen.

Installation

Throw DistanceThrow distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen. This is

Figure 3-2. Estimating Throw Distance

Table 3-3 gives the throw ratios for the Vision 15 Series.

Table 3-3. Throw Ratios for the Vision 15 Series

Throw

Projector Model

Vision 15

Vision 15ET

Vision 15ET/
CineWide

Ratio with

Primary

Lens Only

1.36 - 1.70 98.74 123.42 (n/a)

1.69 - 2.13 122.69 154.63 (n/a)

Throw Range in

inches, with

72.6x40.8-inch
(1.78:1) Screen

Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum

(n/a) 1.69 - 2.13 162.24 204.48

Throw Ratio

with Primary

Lens and

Anamorphic

Lens

Throw Range in

inches, with

96x40.8-inch (2.35:1)

Screen

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Vertical and Horizontal

Position

Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular,
perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.

Typically (but not always), the projector is positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such
a way that the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other, as shown in

Figure

3-3.

Ceiling Installation

Height

Projection Distance

Lens Center

x

Screen Lens Center

Ceiling

Floor Installation

Lens Center

x

Height

Screen

Lens Center

Projection Distance

Figure 3-3. Projector Placement

Floor

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Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens or
projector is shown in this example.

If it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3-3, you can use the
lens shift controls to center the image on the screen. Lens shift is generally expressed as a
percentage of the screen height or width, as shown in

Base plate

to lens center =

approx. 4" (depending

on the amount of lens shift)

Figure 3-4 and Figure 3-5.

Screen Center

0%

50% Height

Lens Shift

(0.5 x H)

100% Height

Lens Shift

(1.0 x H)

150% Height

Lens Shift

(1.5 x H)

Figure 3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example only)

Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift

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Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens or
projector is shown in this example.

100% Width Lens Shift

(1.0 x W)

50% Width Lens Shift

(0.5 x W)

Screen Center

0%

Screen Width (W)

Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example only)

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Table 3-4 gives the lens shift limits for the Vision 15, as percentages and absolute
measurements with a 96 x 54 inch (1.78:1) screen.

Table 3-4. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits

Vision 15 Vision 15ET

Lens Shift Limits, as Percentages of Screen Height or Width (Notes 1 and 2)

Installation

Vertical

(Notes 2 and 3)

Horizontal

(Note 2)

Lens Shift Limits in Inches, with a 96-by-54 inch (1.78:1) Screen

Vertical

Horizontal

Notes:

1. With no vertical or horizontal lens shift, the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other.

2. Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height. Horizontal shift limits are percentages of the
screen width.

3. Vertical lens shift figures apply to ceiling mount configurations. For floor installations (where the
projector is upright), reverse the up/down vertical offset percentages.

to fold the optical path, as shown in

Up 50% 50%

Down 55% 75%

Left 7.5%

Right 7.5%

Up 27.00 27.00

Down 29.70 40.50

Left 7.20

Right 7.20

Figure 3-6. The position of the projector and mirror must
be accurately set. If you are considering this type of installation, contact your dealer for
assistance.

Folded OpticsIn rear-screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be used

Screen

Mirror

Figure 3-6. Folded Optics

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Caution

Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:

• Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the projector away
from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause drifts in
the projector circuitry, which may affect performance.

• Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors
and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors, speakers, power
amplifiers and elevators.

3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Base Plate

If you are installing a Vision 15ET/CineWide, proceed as follows to install the CineWide
anamorphic lens base plate. Otherwise, skip this step and proceed with
15 (page 22).

1. Do not install the CineWide lens yet, only the fixed CineWide base
plate. You will install the CineWide lens after you install the projector
and adjust the primary lens.

2. Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from
what is shown in these instructions.

To install the fixed CineWide base plate on a Vision 15ET/CineWide:

1. Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface.

2. Line up the three mounting holes on the CineWide base plate with those on the bottom
of the projector.

3. If you are mounting the Vision 15ET/CineWide on a ceiling: Line up the three holes
on the projector ceiling mounting plate (included with the projector ceiling mount kit)
with those on the bottom of the projector.

4. Secure the CineWide base plate (and ceiling mounting plate, if needed) to the projector
with the M4x14mm screws provided with the CineWide lens base plate. See Figure 3-7.

1. Do not use the mounting screws provided with the ceiling mount
kit. Use only the hardware provided with the CineWide lens base plate.

Mounting the Vision

2. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

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Ceiling Mount Plate
(part of optional
Ceiling Mount Kit)

Anamorphic Lens
Base Plate

Screw,
Phillips
Pan-Head,
M4 x 0.7 x
14mm (3x)

Figure 3-7. Vision 15ET/CineWide with Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Plate ­Exploded View

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3.5 Mounting the Vision 15

Floor Mounting (Upright) In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and

Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) For fixed installations, and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited

Adjusting the Projector

Height or Projection Angle

There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen
installation, one method may be more suitable than another.

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, lock the wheels when it’s in position to prevent it
from being moved during a presentation.

space for projector and audience, you can invert the Vision 15 and suspend it from the ceiling
using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture.

Use only the Vidikron-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your
projector. Install the mount kit according to the instructions provided
with it.

The projector can also be inverted and placed in an enclosure above and behind the viewing
area. Install four feet on the inside bottom surface of the enclosure on which the projector
can rest. A variety of materials can be used for this purpose (for example, rubber crutch tips
or turntable feet).

When the Vision 15 is installed upright, you can adjust the projector height or projection
angle by turning the four adjustable feet on the bottom of the projector; see
is useful for correcting the angle of projection when the projector is placed on an uneven
surface or when the screen is at an angle. You can tilt the projector up to five (5) degrees up
or down by adjusting the feet.

Figure 3-8. This

The feet are connected to threaded bolts; turn them clockwise to raise the projector or
counterclockwise to lower it.

Tilting the projector may cause keystone distortion. To correct this, refer
to

Installation on page 45.

Figure 3-8. Adjusting the Feet

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Tip

Proceed as follows to connect the Vision 15 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.

Connect your video sources to the Vision 15 as shown and described in the sections that
follow.

HDMI/DVI Connections: See Figure 3-9.

Use the HDMI input 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 the projector.

3.6 Connections to the Vision 15

Connector Panel AccessTo access the connector panel, pull firmly on the cable access cover to open it.

Connecting Source Components to the Vision 15

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Figure 3-9. HDMI/DVI Source Connections

HDMI or DVI Source

(BD/HD-DVD/DVD Player,
HD Set Top Box,
Game Console etc.)

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RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source (DVD player or HD

DVI to DVI
Cable

VGA to VGA

Cable

Personal
Computer

VGA DVI

DVI to VGA

Adapter

Note

set top box) to the DVI-I input; see

Figure 3-10.

Installation

Figure 3-10. RGB Connections

1. Refer to Computer Signal Compatibility on page 65 for a list of
computer signals compatible with the Vision 15. Use with signals other
than those listed may cause some functions not to work.

2. Some Macintosh computers may require a Macintosh video adapter.
Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer.

3. This Vision 15 may not be able to display images from notebook
computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, switch
the notebook computer to “CRT only” mode. If you are unsure how to do
this, refer to your notebook computer’s user manual.

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Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y

Component Video Source

(DVD Player,
HD Set Top Box,
Game Console etc.)

Component Video Connections: Connect your component video source (DVD player or HD
set top box) to the COMP input as shown in Figure 3-11.

Figure 3-11. Component Video Connections

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S-Video/Composite Video Connections: Connect your S-Video and composite video

Composite S-Video

DVD Player, VCR,

LaserDisc, Camcorder

etc.

sources to the Vision 15 as shown in

Figure 3-12.

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Figure 3-12. Composite and S-Video Connections

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RS-232 Controller

Connection

Use the communication cable supplied with the projector to connect a PC or home theater
control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port on the Vision 15; see

Figure 3-13.

For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on
page 59.

876

Pin Function

2 Transmit Data (in)
3 Receive Data (out)
5 Ground
1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 Not Used

592143

Communication
Cable, 9-pin Mini-DIN
Male to 9-pin D-Sub
Male, 15 cm (5.9 in.)

To PC or
Automation/
Control System

Figure 3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection

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Retractable Screen

or other, 12-volt

trigger-activated equipment

Red = +12V (Tip)

Black = Ground (Sleeve)

3.5-mm
mini plug

If your home theater contains a retractable screen, screen mask or other 12-volt
trigger-activated equipment, connect it to the 12-volt trigger output as shown in

Figure 3-14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment

Figure 3-14.

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment

1. Turn on your source components.

2. Plug the female end of the power cord into the
AC receptacle on the rear of the Vision 15 (AC
100V ~ 240V). (The Vision 15 ships with various
types of AC power cords. Choose the one that is
appropriate to your locale.)

3. Connect the other end to your AC power source.
The power indicator lights blue to indicate that
the Vision 15 is in “standby” mode.

4. Press the ON button on the remote control to
turn on the projector. The power indicator turns
off.

5. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10 seconds), the Vision 15 will start
projecting.

3.7 Turning on the Power

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3.8

Changing the OSD Language

3.9

Adjusting the Picture Orientation

The Vision 15 OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in
French, Spanish, Italian or German. To change the OSD language:

1. Press MENU.

2. Select Installation from the Main Menu and press ENTER.

3. Select Language from the Installation Menu and press ENTER.

4. Press or to highlight the desired language and press ENTER.

By default, the Vision 15 is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is
installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen and/or mounted
on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this:

1. Press MENU on the remote control.

2. Select Installation from the Main Menu and press ENTER.

3. Select Orientation from the Installation Menu and press ENTER.

4. Choose Floor Rear, Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear to match the installation method.

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Zoom ring

Focus ring

Zoom inZoom out

Focus

Ring

Zoom
Ring

The Vision 15 gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus.
Figure 3-15 shows the location of the focus and zoom controls; Figure 3-16 shows the
location of the lens shift controls.

To make the picture larger (zoom in), rotate the zoom ring to the left (toward the Vidikron
logo). To make the picture smaller (zoom out), rotate the zoom ring in the other direction.

3.10 Primary Lens Adjustments

Focus and ZoomTo focus the projected image, rotate the focus ring left or right.

Figure 3-15. Focus and Zoom Controls

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Caution

Shift To change the projected image position, rotate the vertical and/or horizontal lens shift dials.

Do not force the lens shift dials beyond their respective ranges. This may
cause the projector to malfunction.

Lens shift dial
(Horizontal)

Lens shift dial

(Vertical )

Figure 3-16. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls

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Note

If you are installing a Vision 15ET/CineWide, proceed as follows to install and adjust the
anamorphic lens.

It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly adjusted
before you install the anamorphic lens. Ensure that the image from
the primary lens is perfectly centered on the screen.

The CineWide anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-17. Some
components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these
instructions.

1 Anamorphic Lens

3 Height/Pitch

Adjustment
Screw,
4-40 x 1/4"
(4x)

4 Swell
Latch
Assembly
(2x)

2 Washer (4x)

5 Anamorphic Lens

Mounting Bracket

3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens

6 Anamorphic Lens
Base Plate

Figure 3-17. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View

1. Use the Height/Pitch Adjustment Screws (2) and Washers (3) to attach the Lens
Mounting Bracket (5) to the Anamorphic Lens (1).

2. Remove the nut and rubber collar from each Swell Latch Assembly (4).

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Installation

Note

3. Secure the lens (with the mounting bracket attached) to the Lens Base Plate (6) using the

swell latches.

To avoid clipping the corners of the image, position the anamorphic lens

Tip

as close as possible to the primary lens.

Adjusting the Lens Height and Angle:

1. Project a white field on the screen.

2. Loosen the four Height/Pitch Adjustment Screws just enough to allow vertical
movement of the lens assembly.

3. Slowly move the anamorphic lens into place so that there are no shadows on the top or
bottom of the screen:

Too Low

Correct position

Too High

4. Then, adjust the anamorphic lens angle so that the projected image is rectangular:

Correct Lens Angle

Incorrect Lens Angle

The anamorphic lens will almost always be angled with respect to the projector; this is
normal.

5. When the height and angle are properly set, tighten the Height/Pitch Adjustment
Screws to secure the lens in place.

There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is properly
adjusted, especially at shorter throw distances. If this is the case, Vidikron
recommends that you slightly over-scan the image into the screen frame
area to mask the distortion.

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4Operation

• Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the Main Menu. To select a menu
item, use the
confirm your selection.

• Use the arrow buttons to select menu items or change settings.

• Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.

• Press MENU to turn off the OSD menu. (When the Main Menu is displayed, pressing EXIT
also turns off the menu.)

The Vision 15 OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on
the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be
available.

and buttons on the remote control to highlight it. Press ENTER to

4.1 Using the On-Screen Menus

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Operation

Source Select

Video

S-Video

Component

HDMI

DVI-D

DVI-A

Picture Adjust

Picture Memory ISF Night, ISF Day or Custom

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness 0 ... 6

Gamma 1.5, 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35, 2.5

Color Temp.

5400 K, 6500 K, 7500 K or
8500K

Color Space

Auto, HDTV, SDTV, RGB-Video
or RGB-PC

BrilliantColor™ On or Off

Black Level 0 IRE or 7 IRE

Save Settings

Reset to Defaults

Aspect Ratio

16:9

4:3

Letterbox

IntelliWide

Cinema

IntelliWide 2.35 (Vision 15ET/CineWide only)

Installation

Language

English, French, Spanish,
German or Italian

Orientation

Floor Front, Floor Rear, Ceiling
Front or Ceiling Rear

Keystone

V. Keystone

H. Keystone

Overscan

Overscan Type

Overscan Adjust
(0 ... 5)

YUV/RGB Adjust
(Component and DVI-A
signals only)

H. Position

V. Position

Clock

Phase

Reset

OSD Timeout 0, 5, 15 or 60 sec.

Vertical Correction
(Vision 15ET/CineWide only)

Information

Source

(read only)

Resolution

H. Frequency

V. Frequency

Aspect Ratio

Picture Memory

Lamp Hours

Firmware

Serial

Setup

Lamp Power 180W or 230W

Lamp Reset

Sync Threshold
(Component input only)

Source Select Auto or Manual

Film Mode Auto or Off

DNR

Background Color Black or Blue

12V Trigger Normal or CineWide

Factory Reset Yes / No

ISF

Picture Memory IS F Night, ISF Day or Custom

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness 0 ... 6

Gamma 1.5, 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35, 2.5

Color Temp.

5400 K, 6500 K, 7500 K or
8500K

BrilliantColor™ On or Off

Black Level 0 IRE or 7 IRE

White Balance

R/G/B Gain

R/G/B Offset

DNR 0 ... 16

Save Settings

Blue Image On or Off

Splash Screen Timer 0, 5, 15 or 60 sec.

Reset to Defaults

➤

Figure 4-1. Vision 15 OSD Menu Structure

Source Select

Picture Adjust

Aspect Ratio

Installation

Information

Setup

ISF

Main Menu The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector functions. (You must enter a

Vision 15

passcode to access the ISF menu.)

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Operation

Source SelectChoose Source Select from the Main Menu to switch video sources.

The active source is indicated by an arrow to its left; in this example, Video is the active
source. To select a different source, use the

or button to highlight it and press ENTER.

quality. To access the Picture Adjust menu, press MENU, highlight Picture Adjust and press
ENTER.

To adjust a setting, use the or button to highlight it and press ENTER. Use the or
button to change the setting. When finished, press EXIT.

The Vision 15 has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established
by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted,
industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a
training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal
picture quality from Vidikron video display devices. Accordingly, Vidikron recommends that
setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.

All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each input
separately.

Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and
regular program material, Vidikron recommends using the following calibration tools for
best results:

• External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test
DVD or equivalent.

• A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments.

Source Select

Video

➨

S-Video

Component

HDMI

DVI-D

DVI-A

Picture AdjustUse the controls in the Picture Adjust menu to calibrate your Vision 15 for optimum picture

Picture Adjust

Picture Memory Custom

Brightness 0

Contrast 0

Color 0

Tint 0

Sharpness 3

Gamma 2.2

Color Temp. 6500

Color Space Auto

BrilliantColor™ Off

Black Level 0 IRE

Save Settings

Reset to Defaults

Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as follows.

Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.

Picture Memory: For each input, the Vision 15 lets you store picture quality settings as

presets that you can recall at a later time. You can create up to three presets per input and
resolution, to accommodate changing lighting conditions or viewer preferences.

To recall a picture memory preset, highlight Picture Memory in the Picture Adjust menu and
press ENTER. Then, press or to select “Custom,” “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” and press
ENTER again.

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Operation

A

Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an
acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”)

Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE

pattern.

Below Black

bove Black

Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness

PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray
areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four
shaded boxes.

Select Brightness from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER. Adjust the level so that:

• The darkest black bars disappear into the background.

• The dark gray areas are barely visible.

• The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.

• The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.

• The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).

Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the
one shown in

Figure 4-3.

Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast

Select Contrast from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point
just below which the white rectangle starts to increase in size.

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Brightness and Contrast controls are interactive. A change to one may

Note

gray

yellow

cyan

green

magenta

red

blue

require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum
setting.

Color: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in
Figure 4-4.

Operation

Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint

Select Color from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER. While looking at the color bar
pattern through a blue filter, adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and
blue) color bars appear to be a single shade of blue:

gray

yellow

cyan

green

red

magenta

blue

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Operation

Note

Tint: Tint or “hue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image.
When tint is decreased, the image appears redder; when it is increased the image appears
greener. To set the tint, select Tint from the Adjustment menu and press ENTER. While
looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the tint level until the cyan and
magenta color bars (on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of blue.

Like the Brightness and Contrast controls, the color and tint controls are
interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in
order to achieve the optimum setting.

Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust
sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER. On your
external test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-5. Adjust as
needed, looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and
differently-sized lines in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness
setting to eliminate them.

Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness

Gamma: The normal gamma setting of 2.2 is correct for almost all signals and conditions. If

excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see
details in dark areas, lower the gamma setting to compensate. This will improve contrast
while maintaining good details for blacks. Conversely, if the image is washed out and
unnatural, with excessive detail in black areas, increase the setting. Again, good gamma
improves contrast while maintaining good details for blacks and whites.

Color Temp.: To choose a color temperature setting, select Color Temp. from the Picture
Adjust menu and press ENTER. (Color temperature defines the “color of gray.”) The choices
are 5400K, 6500K, 7500K and 8500K. The default setting, 6500K, is appropriate for most
situations. Higher settings produce a “bluer” picture; lower ones impart a reddish hue to the
image.

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Color Space: Select Color Space from the Picture Adjust menu to choose the color space of

Note

the source signal for HDMI, RGB and component connections.

• The default setting, Auto, functions as follows:

• HDMI/DVI-D: If the Auxiliary Video Information (AVI) infoframe contains color space

and/or range data, the Vision 15 uses that information. Otherwise, for RGB sources, the
Vision 15 uses the RGB-Video color space. For component SDTV and EDTV resolutions,
SDTV is used. For other component video resolutions, HDTV is used.

• DVI-A: If Hsync or Vsync signals are present, the Vision 15 uses the RGB-PC color space.

Otherwise, SDTV is used for SDTV and EDTV sources, and HDTV for all other sources.

• Component: For SDTV and EDTV resolutions, the Vision 15 uses the SDTV color space.

For all other resolutions HDTV is used.

In most cases, the Auto setting determines the correct color space to use. If it does not, you
can force the Vision 15 to use a specific color space. Choose one of the following:

• HDTV sets the color space matrix to that defined in ITU-R BT.709.

• SDTV sets the color space matrix to that defined in ITU-R BT.601.

• RGB-PC uses RGB color space and sets black at 0,0,0 RGB and white at 255,255,255 RGB,
assuming an 8-bit image.

• RGB-Video uses RGB color space and sets black at 16,16,16 RGB and white at 235,235,235,
assuming an 8-bit image, to correspond to the luminance values defined in digital
component standards.

Operation

BrilliantColor™: Select BrilliantColor™ from the Picture Adjust menu to enable (On) or
disable (Off) BrilliantColor processing, which improves brightness in grays and secondary
colors by using the spoke light from the color wheel.

Black Level: Select Black Level from the Picture Adjust menu to compensate for incoming
elevated black levels present in some Composite video and S-Video sources. (This control
does not affect other source types.) Set it to 0 IRE if blacks appear elevated (dark gray). If
blacks appear “crushed” (too dark), set it to 7 IRE.

Save Settings: To store changes to picture quality settings for the current input and
resolution in the “Custom”

Picture Memory, select Save Settings from the Picture Adjust
menu. To recall this preset at a later time, press the CUST button on the remote control or
select “Custom” from the

Picture Memory menu (see above).

You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will be
lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:

• Aspect ratio (saved per source)

• Picture adjustments (brightness, contrast, color saturation, tint, sharpness, gamma, color

temperature, color space,

BrilliantColor™ and Black Level)

• RGB/YUV signal settings (H. Position, V. Position, Clock, Phase)

• Setup menu settings (Sync Threshold, DNR, Film Mode, Lamp Power)

• White Balance settings (gain and offset)

To store changes to the ISF Night or ISF Day Picture Memory preset, select
Save Settings in the ISF menu (refer to ISF on page 50). You must enter a

passcode to access the ISF menu.

Reset to Defaults: To reset all picture quality settings for the current input and resolution to
their factory-default values, select

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Reset to Defaults from the Picture Adjust menu.

Operation

➤

Aspect Ratio To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio from

Aspect Ratio

16:9

➨

4:3

Letterbox

IntelliWide

Cinema

IntelliWide 2.35

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings

the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size and
the type of program material being viewed, then press ENTER; refer to Table 4-1.

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

16:9

Description

16:9 linearly scales the
source active image
horizontally and vertically
to fill the 16:9 rectangle of
the designated image
area.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

Geometry of Projected Image

Standard Vision 15 or Vision 15ET

(1.78:1 Screen)

Vision 15ET/CineWide (2.35:1 Screen)

4:3

4:3 linearly scales the
source active image
horizontally and vertically
to fill a 4:3 rectangle
which is centered and the
same height as the 16:9
designated image area.
The remaining area is
black.

16:9

4:3

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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Operation

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

Letterbox

Intelli-

Wide

Description

With a 16:9 source image,
Letterbox mode crops the
top and bottom portion of
the image and vertically
stretches the remaining
portion to fill a 16:9 image
area.

It scales (zooms in on) a
4:3 image linearly (by the
same amount on all sides)
to fill a 16:9 display.

A 16:9 image is shrunk
horizontally in the center
and stretched horizontally
in a NON-linear fashion
(more on the sides).

A 4:3 image is horizontally
scaled in a NON-linear
fashion (more on the sides
than in the center) to fit a
16:9 screen.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

16:9

4:3

Geometry of Projected Image

Standard Vision 15 or Vision 15ET

(1.78:1 Screen)

Vision 15ET/CineWide (2.35:1 Screen)

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Operation

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

Cinema

Description

Select Cinema to view

2.35 source material in its
native aspect ratio.

With a 16:9 screen and a
non-CineWide projector
(no anamorphic lens), the
upper and lower portions
of the screen are masked,
but the geometry of the
active image area is
unchanged.

With a 2.35:1 screen and a
CineWide-equipped
projector, the video
processor scales the 2.35:1
image so that the active
image area fills the 16:9
chip surface, eliminating
the black bars. The
secondary, anamorphic
lens then restores the
proper geometry to the

2.35:1 image.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

2.35:1

Geometry of Projected Image

Standard Vision 15 or Vision 15ET

(1.78:1 Screen)

Vision 15ET/CineWide (2.35:1 Screen)

Intelli-

Wide

A 16:9 image is scaled
NON-linearly (more on the
sides than in the center)
to fit a 2.35:1 screen.

2.35

IntelliWide 2.35 is
available only on the
Vision 15ET/CineWide.

16:9

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highlight Installation and press ENTER. The Installation sub-menu appears. Press EXIT to

Note

Tip

Note

return to the previous menu or press MENU to close all menus.

When you change a setting in the Installation menu, the change takes effect
immediately; you do not need to press ENTER afterwards. (Press EXIT to
return to the previous menu or MENU to exit.)

Language: Select Language from the Installation menu and press ENTER. Then, use the or

button to select from the available languages: English, French, Spanish, German and

Italian.

Orientation: Select Orientation from the Installation menu and press ENTER. Then, use the

or button to change the orientation of the projected image. The Vision 15 can be
installed on a ceiling or in a rear-screen configuration with one or more mirrors. There are
four settings: Floor Front, Ceiling Front, Floor Rear and Ceiling Rear.

Keystone: Projector placement and other factors can cause geometric distortion in the
projected image. To correct this, select

Keystone from the Installation menu. This sub-menu

provides the following options:

• V. Keystone/H. Keystone: To correct distortion resulting from the angle of projection,

select

V. Keystone or H. Keystone from the Keystone menu and use the or button to

make the image rectangular. See Figure 4-6.

Operation

InstallationTo access the Installation adjustments, press MENU, then press the or button to

Installation

Language

Orientation

Keystone

Overscan

YUV/RGB Adjust

OSD Timeout

Vertical Correction

V. Keystone 0

H. Keystone 0

Vidikron recommends that the keystone feature not be used unless
absolutely necessary, as it may cause artifacts in the image.

1. The Vision 15 keystone correction can compensate for up to
approximately 15 degrees of screen and/or projector tilt.

2. Straight lines or the edges of images may appear jagged while adjusting
the image.

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Operation

Horizontal Keystone Correction

-+

Projector Projected Image

Negative values

compress left side.

Vertical Keystone Correction

-+

Negative values

compress bottom.

Figure 4-6. Keystone Correction

Positive values

compress right side.

Positive values
compress top.

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Overscan: Some SDTV/EDTV programs are produced based on the assumption that older

No Overscan Crop Zoom

4:3

16:9

= Source Image Area = Mask (Crop) Area = Screen (16:9)

television sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area.

Overscan
effectively hides these inactive, outer edges of the image. (For HDTV, DVDs and other video
sources, overscan is generally not necessary or desirable.)

• Overscan Type: There are two overscan types:

• Crop adds a mask at the top, bottom, left and right edges.

• Zoom adds a factor to the scaling of the source image. Anything outside of the original
image area is removed.

• Overscan Adjust: This control defines the amount of overscan applied to the image. The
range is from 0 to 5.

•In Crop mode, each increment adds a mask at the left and right edges of the source

image equal to 1% of the displayed horizontal resolution (2% total), and at the top and
bottom edges equal to 1% of the displayed vertical resolution (2% total). A setting of 5,
for example, crops the image 5% on all sides or 10% total.

•In Zoom mode, each increment adds a factor to the scaling of the source image so that

the vertical and horizontal resolutions are 100% plus 2% increments of the size
determined by the aspect ratio function. A setting of 5, for example, zooms in on the
image 5% on all sides or 10% total.

Operation

Overscan Type Crop

Overscan Adjust 0

Figure 4-7 illustrates the effect of each overscan setting.

Figure 4-7. Overscan Examples

YUV/RGB Adjust: Use the settings in the YUV/RGB Adjust menu to fine-tune 480p and

higher-resolution signals for optimum picture quality.

• H. Position: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons ( , ) to select H. Position. Then, use
the right-arrow button ( ) to shift the image to the right; use the left-arrow button ( )
to shift the image to the left.

• V. Position: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons ( , ) to select V. Position. Then, use
the right-arrow button ( ) to shift the image up; use the left-arrow button ( ) to shift
the image down.

• Clock: If you notice flickering or vertical noise when displaying computer images, adjust
the

Clock setting to correct the issue.

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Operation

➤

• Phase: Adjust the phase if the image (usually from an RGB source) shows shimmer or
“noise.” Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming
signal. The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a VCR.

For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern
of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image. (You may find that
you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this case.)

• Reset: Select Reset from the YUV/RGB Adjust menu to restore the position, clock and
phase settings to their factory-default values.

OSD Timeout: This timer controls how long the menus remain on-screen after selecting
them. Select a time-out period of 0, 5, 15 or 60 seconds. When you set the

OSD Timeout to 0,

the menus remain on-screen until you hide them by pressing MENU.

Vertical Correction (Vision 15ET/CineWide only): To achieve the proper image geometry
with the secondary anamorphic lens, select

Vertical Correction from the Installation menu.
Then, use the or button to change the native aspect ratio of the display, in small
increments.

The range is from 0 through 5 in increments of 1. Each increment reduces the image height
by one percent. A value of 5, for example, reduces the image height by 5 percent.

Information Select Information from the Main Menu to see projector status information: the

Information

Source HDMI

Resolution 720x480

H. Frequency 15.7 KHZ

V. Frequency 59.8 HZ

Aspect Ratio 16:9

Picture Memory ISF Night

Lamp Hours 450

Firmware 0014.006

Serial VIP015VM0803001

currently-active source, input signal resolution, aspect ratio, picture memory and lamp
usage. This menu also displays the projector serial number.

Should you ever need to contact Vidikron Technical Support, this information will help them
answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.

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down-arrow buttons to highlight

Note

WARNING

Setup in the Main Menu and press ENTER.

Lamp Power: Select Lamp Power from the Setup Menu to adjust the lamp output level. You

can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible (230W; this is the default setting) or you can
choose the lower (180W) setting. Generally, lower lamp output prolongs the life of the lamp,
but decreases brightness.

Lamp Reset: When you replace the projector lamp (refer to Lamp Replacement on page 56),
you should also reset the lamp timer. To do this, select Lamp Reset from the Setup menu. The
Vision 15 shows the number of hours the projector lamp has been in service and asks you to
confirm or cancel the reset. Press ENTER to confirm or EXIT to cancel.

Reset the Lamp Timer ONLY after you replace the lamp. Otherwise, the
reported “Lamp Hours” will be inaccurate.

Do not exceed the recommended lamp life of 2000 hours. An old lamp
becomes increasingly fragile and prone to sudden failure.

Operation

SetupTo adjust the lamp and perform other common, installation-related tasks, use the up- or

Setup

Lamp Power 230 W

Lamp Reset

Sync Threshold 1

Source Select Manual

Film Mode Auto

DNR 0

Background Color Black

12V Trigger Normal

Factory Reset

Sync Threshold: The projector is compatible with EDTV (480p and 576p) and HDTV (720p,

1080i and 1080p) video signals. If a DVD player or other source component is not syncing
properly with the projector due to non-standard sync levels, adjust this setting to correct the
issue. This setting is only available for component video sources.

Source Select: The Vision 15 can automatically detect an incoming signal and switch to that
input if the current source signal becomes unavailable. To enable automatic source
detection, choose

Source Select from the Setup menu and set it to Auto.

Film Mode: Use the Film Mode control to smooth out moving images from interlaced
sources. In most cases, the Vision 15 detects the proper “pull-down” rate and vertical
frequency.

• Choose Auto to allow the deinterlacer to automatically determine the proper deinterlacer
mode for best display.

• Choose Off to force the deinterlacer to ignore film cadence and remain in video mode.
Use this setting if “combing” is present or if the deinterlacer switches between modes
constantly due to improper detection of film content (which can occur in animation, for
instance).

Digital Noise Reduction (DNR): Select DNR from the Setup menu, then use the or
button to adjust the amount of adaptive noise reduction. DNR is useful for clearing up noisy
images from interlaced SD sources. Adjust as desired, keeping in mind that reducing noise
(which reduces high frequencies) may also soften the image.

Background Color: Press the or button to select the image Background Color (black or
blue). The Background Color appears when no incoming signal is present.

12V Trigger: Select 12V Trigger from the Setup menu to configure the 12-volt trigger
output.

•Set the 12V Trigger to Normal if you want the trigger to activate when the projector is
turned on (for instance, if the trigger is controlling a retractable screen).

•Set the 12V Trigger to Cinema if you want the trigger to activate when the Cinema or
IntelliWide 2.35 aspect ratio is selected.

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Operation

➤

Note

Note

Factory Reset: To restore all Setup Menu options to their factory-default values, select
Factory Reset and press ENTER. Use the arrow buttons to highlight “OK,” then press ENTER
again to confirm the operation.

ISF To access the ISF calibration menu, select ISF from the Main Menu and press ENTER.

ISF

Picture Memory Custom

Brightness 0

Contrast 0

Color 0

Tint 0

Sharpness 3

Gamma 2.2

Color Temp. 6500

BrilliantColor™ Off

Black Level 0 IRE

White Balance

DNR 0

Save Settings

Blue Image Off

Splash Screen Timer 5

Reset to Defaults

This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only. You must enter a
passcode to access this menu.

Picture Memory: Refer to Picture Memory on page 37.

Brightness: Refer to Brightness on page 38.

Contrast: Refer to Contrast on page 38.

Color: Refer to Color on page 39.

Tint: Refer to Tint on page 40.

Sharpness: Refer to Sharpness on page 40.

Gamma: Refer to Gamma on page 40.

Color Temp.: Refer to Color Temp. on page 40.

BrilliantColor™: Refer to BrilliantColor™ on page 41.

Black Level: Refer to Black Level on page 41.

White Balance: To remove any trace of color from the white areas of the projected image,

select

White Balance from the ISF menu and press ENTER.

•Gain: Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the image. A
good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white areas, such as
an 80 IRE “window” pattern. If the white areas contain traces of red, green or blue,
decrease the Gain for that color.

• Offset: Use the Offset controls in the White Balance sub-menu to correct color imbalances
in the dark areas of the image. A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting
mostly of dark gray areas, such as a 30 IRE “window” pattern. If the gray areas contain
traces of red, green or blue, decrease the Offset for that color.

The Gain controls increase or decrease the full-scale input range; the Offset controls shift
the entire range, resulting in a change in brightness.

Generally, higher Gain settings reduce the image contrast; higher Offset
settings reduce the image brightness.

DNR: Refer to Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) on page 49.

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Save Settings: To store changes to picture quality settings for the current input and
resolution in the “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night”

Picture Memory, choose Save Settings
from the Picture Adjust menu and select “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.” To recall this
preset at a later time, select it from the Picture Memory menu (see page 37) or press the
corresponding button on the remote control (see Figure 2-3).

For more information about this command, refer to Save Settings on page 41.

Blue Image: This feature, when enabled, removes all red and green color information from
the image (simulating a blue filter), and is useful for color-calibrating the projector or other
video components.

Splash Screen Timer: This timer controls how long the start-up (ISF and Vidikron logo)
image stays on-screen after you turn on the projector. The choices are 0, 5, 15 or 60 seconds.
To disable the splash screen, set the

Splash Screen Timer to 0.

Reset to Defaults: Refer to Reset to Defaults on page 41.

Operation

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Notes:

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5Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Unplug the power cord before cleaning the

projector.

• Avoid using benzene or thinner, as these can

damage the finish on the projector exterior.

• Do not use volatile agents, such as insecticides,

on the projector.

• Do not leave rubber or plastic objects in contact

with the projector for long periods as they may
damage the finish of the projector.

• Wipe off dirt gently with a soft flannel cloth.

• For hard-to-remove dirt, soak a cloth in a

neutral detergent diluted with water, wring the
cloth well and then wipe the projector.

• Strong cleaning detergents may discolor, warp

or damage the coating on the projector. Make
sure to test on a small, inconspicuous area on
the projector before using.

• Use a commercially available blower or lens

cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)
for cleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid
cleaning agents, as they may wear the coating
film on the surface of the lens.

• The surface of the lens is easily damaged. Do

not scrape or hit the lens.

5.1 Cleaning the Projector

5.2 Cleaning the Lens

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5.3 Cleaning the Intake and Exhaust Vents

This Vision 15 is equipped with intake and
exhaust vents to allow the flow of cool air
through the projector and maintain the
proper operating temperature.

You should periodically clean the vents by
vacuuming them with a vacuum cleaner.
Vidikron recommends doing this after every
100 hours of use, or more often if the
projector is used in a dirty or smoky location.

To clean the intake and exhaust vents:

1. Press OFF on the remote control to turn
off the power. Wait until the cooling fan
stops.

2. Unplug the power cord.

Power OFF
button

Side and front view

Ventilation holes

OFF

SOURCE

S-VID

COMP

DVI-D

DVI-A

ASPECT

16:9

4:3

CINEMA

I-WIDE

MEMORY

ISFNTISF

CUST

DAY

VIDEO

L-BOX

I-WIDE

ON

HDMI

2.35

DEF

3. Remove dust by placing the cleaner hose
on the intake and exhaust vents.

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Caution

The projector lamp has a life of 2,000 hours. Maintain proper ventilation to keep the lamp
operating throughout its lifetime. Do not subject the projector to unnecessary vibration.

• Lamp replacement is recommended after approximately 2,000 cumulative hours of use or
when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality. To find out
how long the currently-installed lamp has been in service, select
Main menu.

• The actual lamp service life may be less than 2,000 hours depending on the environment
in which the projector is used.

• For lamp replacement, please contact your nearest Vidikron authorized service
center or Vidikron dealer. Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself!

This projector uses a pressurized mercury lamp. A loud sound may indicate
lamp failure. Lamp failure is caused by excessive shock, improper cooling,
surface scratches or deterioration of the lamp due to usage. The period of
time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and the
condition and the frequency of use. It is important to note that failure can
often result in the bulb cracking.

When the lamp replacement indicator and on-screen display icon are
illuminated or are flashing, replace the lamp with a new one immediately,
even if the lamp appears to be operating normally.

Information from the

5.4 Lamp Maintenance

5.5 Lamp Cautions

If the lamp breaks, glass particles may spread inside the lamp cage or gas
contained in the lamp may be vented into the room from the exhaust vent.
As the gas in this lamp contains mercury, ventilate the room well if the
lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas. In case of exposure
to the gas, consult a doctor as soon as possible.

If the lamp breaks, there is also a possibility that glass particles may spread
inside the projector. If this happens, contact your nearest Authorized
Dealer to remove the damaged lamp and ensure safe operation.

Do not remove the lamp unit immediately after turning off the projector.
Touching a hot lamp can cause burns or injury. Wait at least one hour after
the disconnecting the power cord to allow the surface of the lamp unit to
fully cool before removing.

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5.6

Lamp Replacement

1. Turn off the projector and wait for the cooling fan to stop.

2. Unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately one hour
prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

3. Loosen the two captive
lamp cover screws and
remove the cover.

4. Loosen the four lamp
assembly mounting screws.

5. Grasp the lamp assembly
handle and pull gently,
removing the lamp module
from the projector housing.
As you do so, the lamp
cooling interlock switch on
the inside of the lamp cavity
(near the top) moves to the
OFF position.

6. Gently slide the new lamp assembly into the lamp cavity. Align the two power
connectors at the top of the lamp assembly with the two sockets at the top of the lamp
cavity. Press gently on both sides of the lamp assembly to snap it into place. As you do
so, the lamp cooling interlock switch returns to the ON position.

7. Tighten the lamp assembly mounting screws.

8. Replace the lamp cover and secure the captive lamp cover screws.

9. Plug in the projector and turn it on.

10. Reset the Lamp Timer to zero. To do this, select Lamp Reset from the Setup menu and
press ENTER. The Vision 15 shows the number of hours the projector lamp has been in
service and asks you to confirm or cancel the reset. Press ENTER again to confirm.

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Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the Vision 15. If you encounter an issue not described here, please contact
your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Technical Support.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

The projector does not turn on
after initial installation.

The projector is on, but there is
no video image on-screen.

A projected image from a DVD
is split or otherwise scrambled.

Image is too bright and/or
lacks definition in the bright
areas of the image.

Image appears “washed out”
and/or dark areas appear too
bright.

• The Vision 15 is not
plugged in or the AC outlet
is not active.

• The remote control
batteries have run out.

• Incorrect source selection.

• Source component is not
turned on.

•DVD player is set to
progressive scan mode.

• Contrast is set too high. • Lower the contrast setting.

• Brightness is set too high. • Lower the brightness

• Ensure that the Vision 15 is
plugged in and that the AC
outlet is active.

• Replace the batteries.

• Select the correct source.

• Turn on the source
component.

• Turn off progressive scan
on the DVD player.

• Connect the DVD player to
the Component input.

setting.

5.7 Troubleshooting Tips

Colors in the image are
swapped; for example, reds
appear blue or vice versa.

RGB-HD images appear
“noisy.”

The projector will not turn
back on after it was powered
down, or the image disappears
during operation.

• The Red/Pr, Green/Y or
Blue/Pb outputs from the
source are connected to the
wrong inputs on the Vision

15.

• Clock and Phase settings
need adjustment.

• The projector will not turn
on for two minutes after
power-down, to protect the
lamp.

• The lamp has failed or was
improperly installed.

• Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct Vision 15 input.

• Manually adjust Clock and
Phase settings (refer to
YUV/RGB Adjust on
page 47).

• Wait until the cooling fan
stops.

• Replace or re-install the
lamp.

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Notes:

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6Serial Communications

To interface the Vision 15 with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running
terminal emulation software, connect it to your control system or PC as shown in

Figure 3-13.

Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit
and no flow control. Set the baud rate to 9600, to match that of the Vision 15 RS-232 port.

Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. All commands are in ASCII format and must be in
UPPERCASE.

When you send a valid command, the Vision 15 executes it and acknowledges it with the first
three characters of the command followed by “OK;” for example, “RRAOK.“ When you send
an invalid command, the Vision 15 ignores it and returns the first three characters of the
command followed by “NG;” for example, “RRXNG.“

Table 6-1. Serial Commands

Command Description Reply

RRA00 Saves current settings to the CUSTOM memory

(Note 1)

RRA01 Saves current settings to the ISF Day memory (Note 1) RRAOK

RRA02 Saves current settings to the ISF Night memory

(Note 1)

RRAOK

RRAOK

6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration

6.2 Serial Command Syntax

RRB00 Recalls the Custom memory settings RRBOK

RRB01 Recalls the ISF Day memory settings RRBOK

RRB02 Recalls the ISF Night settings RRBOK

RRC00 Selects the S-VIDEO input RRCOK

RRC01 Selects the COMPOSITE VIDEO input RRCOK

RRC02 Selects the COMPONENT input RRCOK

RRC03 Selects the DVI-D input RRCOK

RRC04 Selects the HDMI input RRCOK

RRC05 Selects the DVI-A input RRCOK

RRD00 Selects the 16:9 aspect ratio RRDOK

RRD01 Selects the 4:3 aspect ratio RRDOK

Notes:

1. All image quality settings must be made with the remote control. After the image adjustments are
complete, you can use these commands to store the settings in the selected memory.

2. The power on command (PON) will not provide an OK reply; it will instead reply with a random character.
For your automation system, simply ensure that you receive a character after the PON command. If you
do not get any reply after PON, send PON again.

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Command Description Reply

RRD02 Selects the LETTERBOX aspect ratio RRDOK

RRD03 Selects the INTELLIWIDE aspect ratio RRDOK

RRD04 Selects the CINEMA (2.35:1) aspect ratio RRDOK

RRD05 Selects the INTELLIWIDE 2.35 aspect ratio RRDOK

RRE00 Turns the projector OFF RREOK

PON Turns the projector ON Random (Note 2)

RRF00 Selects the UP button on the remote control RRFOK

RRF01 Selects the DOWN button on the remote control RRFOK

RRF02 Selects the LEFT button on the remote control RRFOK

RRF03 Selects the RIGHT button on the remote control RRFOK

RRF04 Selects the ENTER button on the remote control RRFOK

RRG00 Selects the MENU button on the remote control RRGOK

RRG01 Selects the EXIT button on the remote control RRGOK

Notes:

1. All image quality settings must be made with the remote control. After the image adjustments are
complete, you can use these commands to store the settings in the selected memory.

2. The power on command (PON) will not provide an OK reply; it will instead reply with a random character.
For your automation system, simply ensure that you receive a character after the PON command. If you
do not get any reply after PON, send PON again.

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7Specifications

Table 7-1 lists the Vision 15 specifications.

Table 7-1. Vision 15 Specifications

Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), Single-Chip DMD

Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9)

Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, IntelliWide, Cinema, IntelliWide 2.35

Video Standards: NTSC, PAL, SECAM

Video Compatibility: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

Scan Frequency: Horizontal: 15 - 91 kHz

Vertical: 24 - 85 Hz

Picture Size (16:9 Screen): Recommended Width: 72 in. (1.83 m) to 120 in. (3.05 m)

Throw Distance
(Factor x Screen Width):

Horizontal and Vertical Offset
(when projector is inverted):

Lamp: 230 Watts

Estimated Lamp Life: 2000 hours

Refer to Table 3-3

Refer to Table 3-4

7.1 Vision 15 Specifications

Video Inputs: (1) Composite

(1) S-Video
(1) RCA Component (YPbPr)
(1) DVI-I
(1) HDMI with HDCP

Control Options: - Discrete IR remote

- Serial commands via RS-232

RS-232 Communication
Parameters:

+12V Output: Max. 0.25 Amps, active when Cinema or IntelliWide 2.35 Aspect

Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 330 Watts

Operating Environment: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity

Dimensions: Vision 15: See Figure 7-1

Weight (including lens): Vision 15: 30.1 lbs. (13.65 kg)

9600 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control

Ratio is selected (Vision 15ET/CineWide only) or when projector
is turned on;
Tip = +12V; Sleeve = Ground

(1126.3 BTUs/hour)

(non-condensing)

Vision 15ET: See Figure 7-2

Vision 15ET: 30.8 lbs. (13.97 kg)

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Table 7-1. Vision 15 Specifications (continued)

Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC Class B, CE, C-Tick, GOST

Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery

to the end user.
Lamp: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Specifications

Figure 7-1 shows the Vision 15 dimensions.

Rear View

15.66in

398.0mm

Side View Side View

16.06in

9.12in

231.7mm 166.3mm

6.54in

16.90in

429.4mm

16.99in

431.6mm

7.2 Vision 15 Dimensions

Front View

4.09in

103.9mm

6.48in

164.6mm 408.0mm

Bottom View

3.42in 3.42in
87mm 87mm

Figure 7-1. Vision 15 Dimensions

6.40in

162.6mm

0.89in

22.8mm164.6mm

6.48in

7.15in

181.8mm

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7.3 Vision 15ET Dimensions

Figure 7-2 shows the Vision 15ET dimensions.

Rear View

15.66in

398.0mm

Side View Side View

17.59in

9.12in

231.7mm 166.3mm

6.54in

16.90in

429.4mm

16.99in

431.6mm

Front View

4.09in

103.9mm

6.48in

164.6mm 446.7mm

Bottom View

3.42in 3.42in
87mm 87mm

Figure 7-2. Vision 15ET Dimensions

6.40in

162.6mm

7.15in

181.8mm

2.20in

55.8mm

8.68in

220.4mm

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Specifications

The Vision 15 can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its DVI-I and
HDMI inputs.

Table 7-2 lists the signal types that are compatible with the Vision 15, and indicates which of
those are VESA standards.

Table 7-2. Computer Signal Compatibility Chart

PC/MAC/

WS

PC

MAC 13” VGA 640 x 480 34.9 67 √
MAC 16” SVGA 832 x 624 49.6 75 √
MAC 19” XGA 1024 x 768 60.2 75 √

Notes:

Resolution

VGA 720 x 400 31.5 70 √

640 x 480 31.5 60 √

SVGA 800 x 600 35.1 56 √ √

XGA 1024 x 768 48.4 60 √ √

WXGA 1280 x 768 47.8 60 √

SXGA 1280 x 1024 64.0 60 √ √

WSXGA+ 1680 x 1050 65.2 60 √

UXGA 1680 x 1200 75.0 60 √ √

Horizontal
Frequency

(kHz)

37.9 72 √ √

37.5 75 √ √

43.3 85 √ √

37.9 60 √ √

48.1 72 √ √

46.9 75 √ √

53.7 85 √ √

56.5 70 √ √

60.0 75 √ √

68.7 85 √ √

80.0 75 √ √

91.1 85 √ √

Vertical

Frequency

(Hz)

VESA

Standard

HDMI

Support

7.4 Computer Signal Compatibility

1. This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD)
mode. Should this occur, switch the notebook computer to “CRT only” mode. If you are unsure how to do
this, refer to your notebook computer’s user manual.

2. Interlaced video signals received through the DVI-I input may not display correctly. If this occurs, use the
Component, S-video or Composite video input instead.

3. The Vision 15 does not support composite sync or sync-on-green RGB signals.

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7.5 Video Signal Compatibility

Table 7-3 lists numerous common video signal formats and indicates which input(s) on the
Vision 15 can accept a given format.

Table 7-3. Video Signal Compatibility Chart

Resolution

NTSC 640 x

480i

PAL 768 x

SECAM √ √ √ √ √ √

NTSC-

4.43

SD

PAL-M 15.73/

Video

PAL-N 15.63 50

NTSC-J 15.73 59.94/

PAL-60 15.73/

NTSC-50 (not supported)

480p 720 x

EDTV

HDTV

Notes: The Component input accepts both analog (YPbPr) and digital (YCbCr) signals.

576p 720 x

1080i/

50

1080i/

60

720p/

50

720p/

60

1080p/

24

1080p/

50

1080p/

60

576i

480p

576p

1920 x

1080i

1280 x

720p

1920 x
1080p

H-Freq

(kHz)

15.73 59.94/

15.63 50 √ √ √ √ √ √

15.73 59.94/

15.75

15.75

31.5 59.94/

31.3 50

28.1 50

33.8 59.94/

37.5 50

45.0 59.94/

26.98/2723.98/

56.25 50

67.4/

67.5

V-Freq

(Hz)

60

60

59.94/
60

60

59.94/
60

60

60

60

24

59.94/
60

Comp.

√ √ √ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

√ √ √ √

Compatible Inputs (Note 1)

S-

Com-

Video

(adjustment required)

posite

DVI-A DVI-D HDMI

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