Page 3 - Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual; Table of Contents
3 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Table of Contents Warranty ................................................................................................... 5Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 8Overview .........
Page 5 - Warranty; TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers; WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
5 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Warranty 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 yea...
Page 6 - EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
6 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Vidikron limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There are no express warranties. Vidikron also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages ...
Page 7 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:; VIDIKRON; VIDIKRON PRODUCT INFORMATION
7 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: VIDIKRON Attn: Customer Service Department 2900 Faber Street ...
Page 8 - Safety Precautions
8 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual 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 ...
Page 9 - Overview; High Contrast and Picture Quality; Features
9 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Overview • Native 16:9 Aspect Ratio DMD 1280 x 720p • High Contrast and Picture Quality 12-degree mirrors with dark metal process. • High Dynamic Range and Rich Gray-scale 6-segment, 5x color wheel with wide color space. • TIR (Total Internal Refle...
Page 10 - Focus Ring and Zoom Ring Access; Adjust the focus and zoom of image.
10 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Overview 1. Exhaust Vent 2. Focus Ring and Zoom Ring Access Adjust the focus and zoom of image. 3. Top IR Sensor 4. Status LEDs See “Control Panel” on page 13. 5. Intake Vent 6. Front IR Sensor 7. Vidikron Logo Can be rotated to match floor or cei...
Page 11 - AC Power IN Socket
11 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Overview 1. Built-in Control Panel See “Built-in Control Panel” on page 14. 2. Connector Panel See “Connector Panel” on page 14. 3. AC Power IN Socket 4. AC Power Switch 5. Cable Access Door Open to access connectors. See “Connector Panel” on page...
Page 13 - Controls and Functions; Control Panel
13 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual 1. FOCUS RING Adjust the focus of the image - Rotate the focus ring right or left to focus the image. 2. ZOOM RING Adjust the size of the image - Rotate right to enlarge the image. - Rotate left to reduce the image. 3. LAMP LED Indicates the statu...
Page 14 - Connector Panel; Built-In Control Panel
14 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Connector Panel Controls and Functions To access the connector panel, press the door release button so it pops out. Turn the knob clockwise or counter-clockwise and pull firmly on it to open the door. 1. S-Video (mini DIN 4-pin) Y/C (S-video) sign...
Page 15 - Vidikron Logo; Remote Control
15 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual EXIT L-BOX I-WIDE CINEMA C-FILL MEM1 ISF NT ISF DAY DEF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PIP PIP+ PIP- ACTIVE PBP VAC LIGHT MENU ON OFF COMP 1 COMP 2 S-VID VIDEO RGB HD HDMI ANA 4X3 Vidikron Logo The Vidikron logo on the front of the projector can be rotated t...
Page 19 - Installation; About the Batteries
19 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation Remote Control To remove the battery cover, press in then pull up the small plastic clip holding it in place. Install the two AAA batteries with the correct polarity and then replace the cover. About the Batteries • Make sure that the...
Page 20 - Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation; Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation; Front Screen Installations
20 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation Installation Type Installation Considerations Screen Type and Size Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should ta...
Page 21 - Rear screen installations; Screen size
21 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation Rear screen installations There are two basic types of rear screens: diffused and optical.A diffusion screen has a surface that spreads the light striking it. Purely diffused screens have a gain of less than 1. The main advantage of t...
Page 23 - Ceiling Installation; On-Screen Display Menus
23 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation 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. Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicul...
Page 24 - CEILING MOUNT—; The projector can also be inverted and suspended from the ceiling
24 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Installation Mounting There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen installation, one method may be more suitable than another. In typical front and rear screen installations the projector can be mounted to a s...
Page 25 - Connections; DVD Player
25 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Connecting Video Inputs When connecting your equipment, make sure to: 1. Turn off all equipment before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly connected. Connections Video / S-Vid...
Page 26 - The RGB BNC input (labeled
26 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Connections Progressive Component (DTV Y/P B /P R ) The RGB BNC input (labeled COMP 2 / RGB ) supports two kinds of HDTV formats: progressive component (DTV Y/P B /P R ) and DTV RGB. The projector automatically detects the resolution. RGBHV (D...
Page 27 - PC or Notebook; H D M I S o u r c e
27 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Connections Connecting a Computer (GBRHV) Connecting an HDMI™ Device The projector supports the following computer resolutions: 1024x768, 800x600 and 640x480. Use an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable to connect the projector to an ...
Page 29 - Basic Operation; Turning on the Power
29 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Removing the Lens Cap Basic Operation Focus Zoom out Zoom in • Adjust the projected image size with the zoom ring on the lens. To focus the image, rotate the focus ring on the lens. Adjusting the Zoom and Focus • Press the lens latches together to...
Page 30 - ISF NT
30 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Basic Operation Selecting an Aspect Ratio EXIT L-BOX I-WIDE CINEMA C-FILL MEM1 ISF NT ISF DAY DEF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PIP PIP+ PIP- ACTIVE PBP VAC LIGHT MENU ON OFF COMP 1 COMP 2 S-VID VIDEO RGB HD HDMI ANA 4X3 Select an aspect ratio that suits th...
Page 31 - Using the Menus
31 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Using the Menus EXIT L-BOX I-WIDE CINEMA C-FILL MEM1 ISF NT ISF DAY DEF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PIP PIP+ PIP- ACTIVE PBP VAC LIGHT MENU ON OFF COMP 1 COMP 2 S-VID VIDEO RGB HD HDMI ANA 4X3 • Press MENU to open or close the on-screen menu. • Use the ar...
Page 32 - Turning off the Power; OFF
32 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Turning off the Power EXIT L-BOX I-WIDE CINEMA C-FILL MEM1 ISF NT ISF DAY DEF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PIP PIP+ PIP- ACTIVE PBP VAC LIGHT MENU ON OFF COMP 1 COMP 2 S-VID VIDEO RGB HD HDMI ANA 4X3 Basic Operation • Press OFF to turn off the projector. •...
Page 33 - Using the Menu; NOTE: If the Main Menu is displayed, you can also press; ENTER; Main Menu
33 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Vision Model 30 Picture Adjust Image Option Projector Status Installation Service ISF Calibration On-Screen Display Menus Using the Menu EXIT L-BOX I-WIDE CINEMA C-FILL MEM1 ISF NT ISF DAY DEF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PIP PIP+ PIP- ACTIVE PBP VAC LIGHT...
Page 34 - Image Option
34 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual On-Screen Display Menus Picture Quality Adjustments Vision Model 30 Picture Adjust Image Option Projector Status Installation Service ISF Calibration Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Picture Adjust Brightness 26 Contras...
Page 35 - Color Temperature; . Four of these settings; from the Picture Adjust menu to select the color space that is; ICC Adjust; menu, described later in
35 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual The Vision Model 30 has six memory settings for Color Temperature . Four of these settings are factory set to default as follows: 0 -- Original lamp color temperature 1 -- 5400 kelvins 2 -- 6500 kelvins 3 -- 8500 kelvins 4 -- Custom 5 -- Custom Cu...
Page 36 - Image Options
36 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Image Options Vision Model 30 Picture Adjust Image Option Projector Status Installation Service ISF Calibration Active Image Area Active Image Area Active Image Area Image Option Input Select Aspect Ratio SD EnhanceVideo Filter HD/RGB Adjust Blue ...
Page 37 - • Cinema
37 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual On-Screen Display Menus • Cinema The image in the Letterbox mode is enlarged to a 16x9 image and the upper and lower portions are compressed. • Cinema Fill A 2.35 image is stretched vertically in both directions to fill a 16:9 image. SD Enhance H ...
Page 39 - Projector Status; Default
39 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual On-Screen Display Menus Projector Status Vision Model 30 Picture Adjust Image Option Projector Status Installation Service ISF Calibration Default Sleep Timer Lamp Hours Projector Status Default Load Sleep Timer 30 MinutesLamp Power 20...
Page 42 - When you are finished adjusting the Gamma, Gain; Store Setting; and press
42 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual On-Screen Display Menus White Balance Gamma Selection ICC Adjust Gain: Use the Gain controls in the White Balance sub-menu to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the image. A good way to do this is to use a test pattern con...
Page 43 - Horizontal
43 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual On-Screen Display Menus Image Over Scan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the video signal out beyond the edge of the display area. Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television sets may no...
Page 46 - Use; ISF Enable
46 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual On-Screen Display Menus Press the ◄ or ► arrows to set the Splash Screen Timer. This timer controls how long the startup (ISF and Vidikron logo) image stays on-screen after you turn on the projector. Select from 5 to 60 seconds, in 1-second increm...
Page 47 - Lamp Replacement
47 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Lamp Replacement The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 hours), or sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. 1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool d...
Page 49 - Troubleshooting
49 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY The projector does not turn on There is no power from the power cable. Plug the power cord into the AC power socket on the rear of the projector and an electrical outlet. The power switch is not turned on. Turn on the...
Page 51 - RS-232 Pin Assignments
51 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual RS-232 Setup Connecting RS-232 to the Projector 1. Connect a D-Sub 9-pin female-to-RJ-11 adapter (not included) to a COM port on your PC. The adapter must be wired as follows: RS-232 Pin Assignments D-Sub 9-pin female 4-pin RJ-11 Function 2 2 Tran...
Page 52 - Code
52 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual RS-232 Setup RS-232C Control Codes Code Function x001x Power On x002x Power Off x003x Menu x004x Enter x005x Exit x006x Up (arrow button) x007x Down (arrow button) x008x Left (arrow button) x009x Right (arrow button) x011x Show active source and a...
Page 55 - Specifications
55 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Projector Type: Digital Light Processing™ (DLP™), Single-Chip DMD™ Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, IntelliWide™, Cinema, CinemaFill™ Video Standards: NTSC, PAL, SECAM DTV Compatibility: 480p, 57...
Page 56 - Operating Environment:; Specifications are subject to change without notice.
56 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Specifications Brightness and Contrast: Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS) Specifications- Brightness: 12.5 to 19.0 foot-Lamberts (fL)- Contrast Ratio: 188:1 to 203:1 These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled, home th...
Page 57 - Dimensions
57 Vidikron Vision Model 30 Owner’s Operating Manual Dimensions M6 x .1 x 12mm (4x) 16.614 in. (422.00 mm) 17.717 in. (451.38 mm) 6.181 in. (157.00 mm) 14.803 in. (376.00 mm) 3.744 in. (95.10 mm) 11 .158 in. (283.41 mm) 2.602 in. (66.09 mm) 8.877 in. (225.48 mm) 12.565 in. (319.15 mm) 8.076 in (205....
