Vidikron Vision 15ET/CineWideTM operation manual Troubleshooting Tips, Troubleshooting Chart

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Table 5-1provides 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

The Vision 15 is not

• Ensure that the Vision 15 is

after initial installation.

 

plugged in or the AC outlet

plugged in and that the AC

 

 

is not active.

outlet is active.

 

The remote control

• Replace the batteries.

 

 

batteries have run out.

 

 

 

 

 

The projector is on, but there is

Incorrect source selection.

• Select the correct source.

no video image on-screen.

Source component is not

• Turn on the source

 

 

turned on.

component.

 

 

 

 

A projected image from a DVD

DVD player is set to

• Turn off progressive scan

is split or otherwise scrambled.

 

progressive scan mode.

on the DVD player.

 

 

 

• Connect the DVD player to

 

 

 

the Component input.

 

 

 

 

Image is too bright and/or

Contrast is set too high.

• Lower the contrast setting.

lacks definition in the bright

 

 

 

areas of the image.

 

 

 

5.7

Troubleshooting Tips

Image appears “washed out”

• Brightness is set too high.

and/or dark areas appear too

 

bright.

 

Colors in the image are

• The Red/Pr, Green/Y or

swapped; for example, reds

Blue/Pb outputs from the

appear blue or vice versa.

source are connected to the

 

wrong inputs on the Vision

 

15.

RGB-HD images appear

• Clock and Phase settings

“noisy.”

need adjustment.

Lower the brightness setting.

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).

The projector will not turn

The projector will not turn

• Wait until the cooling fan

back on after it was powered

 

on for two minutes after

stops.

down, or the image disappears

 

power-down, to protect the

 

during operation.

 

lamp.

 

 

The lamp has failed or was

• Replace or re-install the

 

 

improperly installed.

lamp.

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Contents Digital Light Processing DLP Projectors Page For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers TWO Year Limited WarrantyEffective Warranty Date Product Information Retain for Your Records Important Safety Instructions Declaration of Conformity Compliance InformationFCC Part 1Table of Contents Serial Communications Maintenance and TroubleshootingOperation Specifications Table of Contents Xii 1List of Figures List of Figures Xiv This Manual 1IntroductionAbout This Manual If you need Turn to Using This ManualDescription, Features and Benefits Optional Accessories Vertical Lens Shift Dial Shifts the image up or down 2Controls and FunctionsVision 15 at a Glance Horizontal Lens Shift Dial Shifts the image left or right POWER/STANDBY Indicator Indicates power status as followsVision 15 Rear Panel DVI-I Analog/Digital Component Video RCA connectorsVision 15 Remote Control Vision 15 Remote Control169 On / OFFSource Selection Buttons Aspect Ratio Selection ButtonsExit CustISF NT Cursor KeysRemote Control 3InstallationOperation Available Range of the Remote ControlStep Procedure For Details, Refer to Quick SetupInstallation Overview Advantages Considerations Installation ConsiderationsProjector Installation Options Installation TypeMinimum Throw Ratios for the Vision 15 SeriesThrow Throw Range Throw Ratio Projector ModelPosition Ceiling InstallationFloor Installation Vertical Lens Shift Example only ShiftHorizontal Lens Shift Example only Vision Vision 15ET Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift LimitsInstalling the Optional CineWide Lens Base Plate Installation Ceiling Mounting Inverted Adjusting the ProjectorMounting the Vision Floor Mounting UprightHDMI/DVI Connections See Figure Connector Panel AccessConnections to the Vision HDMI/DVI Source Connections Hdmi or DVI SourceComputer DVI to VGA Adapter VGA to VGA Cable DVI to DVI CablePersonal 11. Component Video Connections 12. Composite and S-Video Connections DVD Player, VCR LaserDisc, Camcorder EtcTo PC or Automation Control System Connection14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment Turning on the PowerChanging the OSD Language Adjusting the Picture Orientation Focus Ring Zoom Ring Focus ring Zoom ring Primary Lens AdjustmentsFocus and Zoom 16. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls Cause the projector to malfunctionPrimary lens is perfectly centered on the screen Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensAdjusting the Lens Height and Angle 4Operation Using the On-Screen MenusSource Select Picture AdjustInstallation SetupSource Select Perform the adjustments in the order listed herePicture Adjust Typical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Operation Aspect Ratio Aspect Ratio SettingsIntelli LetterboxAspect Geometry of Projected Image Italian InstallationVertical Keystone Correction Horizontal Keystone CorrectionOverscan Examples Hdmi InformationBecomes increasingly fragile and prone to sudden failure SetupDNR Refer to Digital Noise Reduction DNR on ISFOperation Operation Cleaning the Projector Cleaning the Lens 5Maintenance and TroubleshootingCleaning the Intake and Exhaust Vents Lamp Cautions Lamp MaintenanceLamp Replacement Symptom Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting TipsTroubleshooting Chart Maintenance and Troubleshooting Command Description Reply Serial Command SyntaxRS-232 Connection and Port Configuration Serial CommandsSerial Communications Vision 15 Specifications 7SpecificationsRegulatory Approvals Limited WarrantySpecifications are subject to change without notice Vision 15 Dimensions Vision 15 DimensionsVision 15ET Dimensions Vision 15ET DimensionsHorizontal Vertical Computer Signal Compatibility ChartComputer Signal Compatibility ResolutionVideo Video Signal CompatibilityVideo Signal Compatibility Chart Freq Compatible Inputs Note ResolutionPage 020-0863-00 Rev. a January

Vision 15ET/CineWideTM, Vision 15ET, Vision 15 specifications

The Vidikron Vision 15ET/CineWideTM, along with the Vision 15 and Vision 15ET models, represents a significant advancement in the realm of high-end home theater projection systems. Designed for cinema enthusiasts and home theater aficionados, these projectors provide an unparalleled viewing experience characterized by stunning visuals and a rich array of features.

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