Vidikron SERIES 1080p manual Installation Considerations, Projector Installation Options

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Installation

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.

Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or inverted mount. Table 3-2compares these various installation methods.

3.3

Installation Considerations

Installation Type

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

Advantages	Considerations

Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

• Easy to set up	• Shares floor space with audience
• Can be moved or changed quickly
• Easy to access

Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Does not take up audience space	• Installation is more permanent
• Projector is unobtrusive	• Projector access is more difficult
• Projector cannot be accidentally moved

Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation

• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
• Projector is easily accessed	• Installation cost is usually higher
• Usually good ambient light rejection

Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
• Usually good ambient light rejection	• Installation cost is usually higher

Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
• Usually good ambient light rejection	• Installation cost is usually higher
• Requires less space behind screen than other
rear screen installations
		Ambient Light
In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast ratio in your		Ambient Light
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.

Vidikron Vision 70 Series Owner’s Operating Manual

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Contents Series 1080p DLP Projectors Page For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers TWO Year Limited WarrantyEffective Warranty Date Vidikron Safety Precautions 1Table of Contents Operation Maintenance and TroubleshootingSerial Communications Table of Contents 1List of Figures List of Figures Xii About This Manual 1IntroductionIf you need Turn to Using This ManualThey also provide supplemental information Performance or cause a malfunctionDescription, Features and Benefits Optional Accessories Vision 70 at a Glance POWER/STANDBY LED Indicates power status as follows565 Cable Access Door Open to access connectors Vision 70 Connector PanelBuilt-In Keypad Vision 70 Remote Control Vision 70 Remote ControlComp 2 HD Component On / OFFSource Selection Buttons Comp 1 SD Component VID S-VideoVAC V2 Aperture Control Memory Preset ButtonsCursor Keys Picture-In-Picture PIP / Picture-By-Picture PBP ControlsMotorized Lens Controls Remote Control/Built-In Keypad Functional Comparison3Installation Remote ControlOperation If installing a Vision 70/CineWide or Vision 70/CineWide Quick SetupInstallation Overview Step Procedure For Details, Refer toAdvantages Considerations Installation ConsiderationsProjector Installation Options Installation TypeVision Throw Ratios for the Vision 70 SeriesThrow Range Throw Ratio Projector ModelPosition Ceiling InstallationFloor Installation Vertical and HorizontalFolded Optics Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount Vision 70/CineWide with AutoScope Lens Motor Bottom View Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets Vision 70/CineWide with Lens Base Plate Ceiling mounting plateAdjusting the Projector Mounting the VisionFloor Mounting Upright Connector Panel Access Connecting SourceConnections to the Vision RGB Connections DTV or Progressive Component YPbPr Source 10. Progressive Component Video Connections11. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections DTV Source DVD Player, VCR Satellite Receiver Etc12. RS-232 Control System Connection Connection14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment Turning on the Power Focus Zoom Vertical Lens Shift Vision 70/CineWide Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensAdjusting the Lens Height Y Anamorphic Lens Top View Adjustment Vision 70/CineWide withAutoScope 17. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Adapter Ring Attach Lens Mounting Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage PlateAdjusting the Horizontal X Lens Position Installation Anamorphic Lens Top View Adjusting the Geometry Selecting an Aspect Ratio Selecting An Input Source Using Picture-In-Picture/ Picture-By-Picture PIP/PBP4Operation Selecting Video MemoryUsing the On-Screen Menus Picture AdjustInstallation ServiceMain Menu Picture AdjustTypical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Perform the adjustments in the order listed hereGray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Image Option Image OptionDescription Aspect Ratio SettingsRemote Projector Status Exit to return to the previous menu or Menu to exit InstallationService ServiceOperation Operation Remote Control ISF Calibration ISF CalibrationOperation Operation 5Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lamp ReplacementLamp assembly for replacement Troubleshooting Tips Troubleshooting ChartSymptom Possible Causes Solution Correct Vision 70 input Maintenance and Troubleshooting 6Serial Communications Serial Command SyntaxRS-232 Connection and Port Configuration Serial CommandsSerial Communications Serial Commands Serial Commands Vision 70 Specifications 7SpecificationsDimensions Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsIndustry-Standard Specifications Power RequirementsLimited Warranty Specifications are subject to change without noticeRegulatory Approvals Vision 70 Dimensions Vision 70 DimensionsVidikron Vision 70 Series Owner’s Operating Manual Power-cycle the projector to see the change Page Vidikron