Throughout this manual, the Vidikron Vision 10/Vision 12 DLP Projector is referred to simply as the “Vision 10/12.” Target Audience Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the Vision 10/12. 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 If You Have Comments About This Manual... Vidikron welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to info@vidikron.com. Textual and Graphic Conventions 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: , , , and . • indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your keyboard if it has both keys. In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used to highlight important information, as in this example: Note A carriage return must be used after each command or string. 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: Tip TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using certain features. Note NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance. They also provide supplemental information. Caution CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade performance or cause a malfunction. WARNING 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! DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death. 1.2 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 10/Vision 12 DLP Projector 3 Installation instructions 13 First-time configuration instructions 30 Advanced configuration instructions 46 Troubleshooting tips 53 Vision 10/Vision 12 DLP Projector specifications 57 1.3 Description, Features and Benefits Vidikron proudly introduces its most affordable home theater projectors to date -- the Vision Model 10 and Model 12. The Vision 10/12 offers a performance feature set based on the latest generation of DLP™ light engines with Vidikron’s exclusive Imagix™ video processing technology to produce outstanding blacks, superior contrast performance, maximum screen brightness and an accurate color palette. The Vision 10/12 is equipped with a precision optics package (with manual zoom lens) plus generous horizontal/vertical mechanical lens shift capabilities and electronic keystone correction for flexible placement within virtually any home theater environment. Among the finest attributes of the Vision 10/12 is its ability to meet the rigid Imaging Science Foundation™ (ISF) industry standards for video fidelity and accurate gray scale tracking -- vital to achieving true-to-life color reproduction and superior black and white performance. The Vision 10/12 accepts high-definition, HDCP-compliant signals from today’s latest digital sources, and provides a generous array of component, composite, S-video and VGA inputs, as well as Discrete IR and RS-232 control allowing integration with other audio/video components and automated control systems. Key Features and Benefits The Vision 10/12 offers these key features and benefits: •Native Resolution: 1024 x 576 (Model 10) or 1280 x 720 (Model 12) •16:9 Native Aspect Ratio •High-performance Digital Light Processing (DLP™) engine •HDMI Input with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) •HDTV Compatible Parts List . Your Vision 10/12 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 10/Vision 12 DLP Projector •AC Power Cord (North America) •AC Power Cord (Europe) •Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries •HD 15-pin VGA to HD 15-pin VGA cable •DVI-D to DVI-D cable •DVI-to-HDMI adapter •Composite video cable (RCA) •+12-Volt Trigger adapter (3.5-mm, mini phono plug) •Warranty information and registration card •...
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