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Page 1: ...e do not make any claim of copyright The copyright remains the property of their respective owners ABOUT PROJECTOR COM Projector com http www projector com is your review and buying guide resource for DLP and LCD video projectors Visit the site to read the latest projector news and reviews read and comment on projector specifications download user manuals and much more ...

Page 2: ... Projector Basics 3 1 3 3 Using the Keypad 3 3 3 4 Navigating the Menus 3 11 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels 3 16 3 6 Adjusting the Image 3 21 3 7 Adjusting and Checking System Parameters 3 32 3 8 Using Multiple Projectors 3 39 3 9 Error Conditions 3 38 4 1 Warnings and Guidelines 4 1 4 2 Cleaning 4 3 4 3 Replacing Keypad Batteries 4 3 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter 4 4 4 5 Replacing the Lens 4 9...

Page 3: ...ntuitive on screen menus for setup and control built in and infrared IR remote keypads controller and switcher compatibility keypad selectable input switching RS 232 input with loop through for networking multiple projectors RS 422 input for long distance control 5 language capability modular design for ease of servicing VistaGRAPHX 5000 accepts data graphics and video input signals for projection...

Page 4: ... 4151 VistaGRAPHX 5000 6 VWHP RPSRQHQWV Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired Electrohome s extensive factory and dealer service network is always available Electrohome service technicians are fully trained to quickly diagnose and correct projector malfunctions Complete service manuals and updates are available to service technicians for all new projector models manuf...

Page 5: ...f the projector The upper right panel accepts an RGB input via BNC connectors The lower left panel accepts a composite video and S video input Connect a source to the appropriate panel RQQHFW WKH LQH RUG Plug the special notched AC line cord power cord into the AC power socket at the left rear of the projector This cord is rated at 15 amps rather than the 8 10 amps in other typical cords Input pow...

Page 6: ...creen floor mount or inverted mount URQW 6FUHHQ ORRU 0RXQW QVWDOODWLRQ 9 17 6 216 5 7 216 DV WR VHW XS DQ EH PRYHG RU FKDQJHG TXLFNO DV WR DFFHVV 6KDUHV IORRU VSDFH ZLWK DXGLHQFH URQW 6FUHHQ QYHUWHG 0RXQW FHLOLQJ QVWDOODWLRQ 9 17 6 216 5 7 216 RHV QRW WDNH XS DXGLHQFH VSDFH 3URMHFWRU LV XQREWUXVLYH 3URMHFWRU FDQQRW EH DFFLGHQWDOO PRYHG QVWDOODWLRQ LV PRUH SHUPDQHQW W LV PRUH GLIILFXOW WR DFFHVV WK...

Page 7: ...n ambient lighting is reduced LJXUH 5041 XGLHQFH RYHUDJH ZLWK ODW 6FUHHQ LJXUH 5051 XGLHQFH RYHUDJH ZLWK XUYHG 6FUHHQ Curved screens have gains larger than 1 due in part to the screen material and viewing angles much less than 180 Most curved screens have different horizontal and vertical viewing angles Incident light does not reflect equally in all directions The reflected light concentrates in a...

Page 8: ... image being projected sharply and clearly on the screen To fill a screen with an image the aspect ratio of the screen should be equal to the aspect ratio of the image The aspect ratio of an image is expressed as the ratio of its width to its height Standard video from a VCR has a 4 3 or 1 33 1 aspect ratio For example to display a VCR output with a 4 3 aspect ratio onto a 10 foot 3m high screen t...

Page 9: ...installation where poor screen placement allows too much unwanted light to enter the screen In Figure 2 4 the screen and the projector are positioned so that unwanted light is minimized LJXUH 5061 3RRU 6FUHHQ 3ODFHPHQW LJXUH 5071 HWWHU 6FUHHQ 3ODFHPHQW Even with all lighting removed it is still possible that room reflections within the room can degrade the image Light from the projection screen sh...

Page 10: ...s require greater attention to lighting conditions When laying out the projection room consider positioning the projector and screen in a manner which will achieve maximum audience coverage and space efficiency For example placing the screen along the larger wall in a rectangular room will reduce audience coverage Figure 2 5 shows two examples of how audience coverage is maximized LJXUH 5081 6FUHH...

Page 11: ...rojector and screen may be inclined together 2 It is good practice to simulate the setup with the projector fully warmed up to determine the actual throw distance required 3 Always refer to Appendix E for permanent installations The vertical position of the projector in relation to the screen also depends on the size of the screen and the lens type Correct vertical position helps ensure that the i...

Page 12: ...50 NOTES 1 If you cannot move the image enough for your installation or if the image becomes keystoned or exhibits uneven brightness the projector is probably too high or low in relation to the screen 2 Recommended offset ranges can be exceeded however this may affect image focus and or brightness ...

Page 13: ...nt the projector on a secure table or cart Take care with a mobile cart avoid sudden stops excessive force and uneven surfaces that may cause the projector and cart combination to overturn The table or cart should be reasonably level Fine adjustments to the projector level can be made by adjusting the height of the projector legs refer to 2 7 Leveling for details 0RXQWLQJ ö ...

Page 14: ...ler or Electrohome In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited a mirror may be used to fold the optical path See Figure 2 8 The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set If considering this type of installation call your dealer for assistance The rear panel of the projector has two standard input panels to which you may connect a variety of sources The...

Page 15: ...e sync BNC input s first Then connect the red green and blue source outputs to the RED GREEN and BLUE inputs on the panel If the source uses sync on green only the red green and blue connections are required If the source provides a composite sync output connect it to the H C SYNC input If the source provides separate horizontal and vertical sync outputs connect horizontal sync to the H C SYNC inp...

Page 16: ...ugs The Composite S Video input provides simultaneous connection of both a composite video source INPUT 3 and an S Video source INPUT 4 If connecting a S Video source use either the 4 pin mini DIN connector or the Y and C BNC connectors luminance and chrominance do not use both as input If connecting a composite video source use the Composite BNC connector or the RCA phono jack do not use both as ...

Page 17: ... of the VistaGRAPHX 5000 Input 2 They are RGB Input Module RGB Loop Thru Module Composite S Video Module HDTV Input Module PC Analog Input Module NOTES 1 Installation of optional interfaces must be done by qualified service personnel only contact your dealer or Electrohome 2 See Appendix F Optional Input Modules for a brief description of each interface Plug the special notched AC line cord power ...

Page 18: ...n a front screen floor mount orientation If the installation is ceiling mount or rear screen you may notice that displayed images are upside down and or reversed To correct you must change the image orientation from within the Preferences menu you may prefer to do this before physically installing the projector See Section 3 Operation for further information In the Preferences menu highlight and s...

Page 19: ...ith a personal computer having a serial interface or when using the projector with a Marquee switcher VistaGRAPHX 5000 serial ports are located on the lower right portion of the projector s rear control panel as shown in Figure 2 14 LJXUH 50471 6HULDO 3RUW RQQHFWLRQV 560565 DQG 560755 NOTES 1 All VistaGRAPHX 5000 serial connections require a 9 pin D connector Refer to Appendix D for complete cable...

Page 20: ...S 422 port is permanently set at 9600 baud If you wish to control the projector with a computer having RS 422 capability connect the computer to the projector s RS 422 port instead of the port labeled NETWORK IN Again use RS 422 only if you are certain that your computer has RS 422 capability consult your documentation See Figure 2 16 LJXUH 50491 560755 6HULDO 3RUW RQQHFWLRQ WR D RPSXWHU 51 1 1HYH...

Page 21: ...troller to the NETWORK IN connector of the next projector in the chain Figure 2 18 LJXUH 504 1 GGLQJ QRWKHU 3URMHFWRU Continue connecting projectors in this way to the last projector in the chain so that only the last projector has an empty NETWORK OUT connector See Figure 2 19 Communication parameters such as baud rate must be set to match the particular controlling device refer to the documentat...

Page 22: ... to change a keypad protocol if you are working with two projectors and two remote keypads in the same room and need to control each projector independently Figure 2 20 When Keypad 1 has a different protocol than Keypad 2 each keypad communicates only with the projector having a matching protocol Or if you have a network of two or more projectors connected together via RS 232 serial ports you may ...

Page 23: ... IR remote keypad or the optional wired remote can be set to one of two different protocols C or D To hard wire a protocol to C or D in either remote follow Steps 1 through 5 6WHS 4 Unplug the keypad from the projector applies to wired remote only 6WHS 5 Unlatch and open the empty battery compartment on the back of the keypad as shown in Figure 2 21 NOTE A wired keypad will open as shown but there...

Page 24: ...l C Set between pins 2 and 3 to set as Protocol D 5 jumper For either remote set between pins 2 and 3 as shown otherwise the projector will not respond correctly to keypad commands 6 jumper For the IR remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 2 and 3 as shown For the wired remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 1 and 2 as shown 7 jumper For the IR remote make sure that the...

Page 25: ...red jumper settings see above until you enter the software commands again Press QSXW4 RORU 3L HO 3RVLWLRQ Protocol Press QSXW4 RORU 3L HO 3RVLWLRQ Protocol NOTE If you change any keypad to a new protocol and the projector stops responding the projector may be set to a conflicting protocol Use the projector s built in keypad to access the Preferences menu Under Front IR Keypad or Back IR Keypad or ...

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Page 28: ...c signals from devices such as computers 6 5 17 5 7 223 7 528 0 Allows one or more projectors to be remotely controlled by a computer or controller and provides a communications connection for Marquee and third party Extron signal switchers 1 25 1387 0 Accepts only a special notched AC line cord as supplied with projector See power requirements in Section 5 Specifications 51 1 8VH RQO WKH VSHFLDO ...

Page 29: ... wired remote optional You may find one keypad more appropriate than another depending on your specific installation and application On each keypad some keys cause a direct action such as to turn the projector on or off Other keys activate on screen menus and other windows from which you can make choices and changes On the built in keypad keys labeled with both a direct function as well as a numbe...

Page 30: ... l o a d e d f r o m P r o j e c t o r c o m 23 5 7 21 9LVWD 5 3 8333 8VHU V 0DQXDO 607 The built in keypad is located on the back panel of the projector See Figure 3 2 LJXUH 6051 XLOW0LQ H SDG XLOW0LQ H SDG ö ...

Page 31: ...ame way you would use a remote keypad supplied with a TV or VCR When making key presses point the keypad either toward the screen or toward the front or rear of the projector LJXUH 6061 5 LQIUDUHG RU LUHG 5HPRWH H SDG The optional wired remote keypad connects to the projector s remote jack via a 25 ft extension cable It is recommended when the location of the keypad in relation to the projector or...

Page 32: ...the most recently used source signal The projector temporarily leaves presentation level whenever you use the keypad to work with control settings display menus or on line help For example pressing 0HQX after startup displays the main menu presentation level is no longer active although the image continues to be displayed in the background Press 0HQX again or LW to return to presentation level All...

Page 33: ...OW0LQ NH SDG Press KDQ to select a channel representing a specific source setup defined and stored in projector memory Once you enter a channel number the display will automatically update according to the setup parameters defined for that channel NOTE Precise KDQ key behavior depends on which Channel Selection option from within the Preferences menu you have chosen for the KDQ key For example you...

Page 34: ...ally off or if it is just in standby If you press 3RZHU and simply hold it for a second or two in hopes of turning the projector on the projector will turn off if the projector is actually already on Instead to avoid the risk of toggling in the wrong direction quickly press and release the function key you wish to toggle in this case 3RZHU Then immediately within 2 seconds press either 21 or 2 as ...

Page 35: ...9ROXPH Press 9RO to control the audio level Use and until you reach the desired volume 3URMHFWRU Press 3URM to display an editable box indicating which projector is currently listening to the keypad The number that appears will match what has been defined in the Preferences menu To use a certain projector enter the 3 digit number assigned to the projector you want to use or use and to scroll Press...

Page 36: ... if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status XQFWLRQ H RQ EXLOW0LQ NH SDG From presentation level press XQF followed by a 2 digit number to access any of the projector s resident test patterns For example XQF will display a 128 step grayscale pattern or XQF will display a scrollable list of test patterns A list of test common pattern codes appears on ...

Page 37: ...test patterns Press 7HVW again to display the next pattern in this sequence and so on 7HVW will exit after the fifth pattern or press LW at any time to remove the current test pattern from the screen NOTE For a complete list of all test patterns including those accessed through the XQF key see Service later in this section H SDG RSHUDWLQJ VHWWLQJV SURWRFROV The remote keypad and the optional wired...

Page 38: ...nction menu on screen navigate in a similar manner enter a menu option number for any numbered option or use the arrow keys to move the highlight and press Items that are unavailable locked out or which do not pertain to the current action appear dimmed and cannot be selected If there is no signal present all source dependent adjustments are disabled Also note that after 15 minutes of inactivity t...

Page 39: ...displayed you have limited time in which to make a keypad entry before the projector returns to presentation level These time outs vary depending on the current display as shown in the following chart 7 0 02876 LVSOD 7LPH0RXW 6OLGHEDU IURP SUHV1 8 VHFRQGV 6OLGHEDU IURP PHQX 48 PLQXWHV DPS 7LPHU 0VJ1 63 VHFRQGV 6RXUFH HQWU 8 VHFRQGV LUHFW FRQWURO HQWU 8 VHFRQGV 2WKHU 48 PLQXWHV Most of the seven fu...

Page 40: ...nge accordingly For fast adjustments hold down the desired arrow key Press to accept your changes 5 7µ 6 56 0 For the quickest adjustments you can go directly to a slidebar without using the menu system For example simply press to immediately display the same contrast slidebar accessed with the Contrast option in the Image Settings menu Direct slidebars are listed below 67 2 5 7 6 56 9ROXPH RUL RQ...

Page 41: ... desired parameter and press QWHU to bring up an edit window Current text is highlighted and displayed at the top of the menu with selectable characters for editing displayed in a large white box and other buttons at the bottom Navigate between all with the arrow keys as usual LJXUH 60 1 GLWLQJ 7H W 6XFK DV KDQQHO 1DPHµ NOTE Entering a character while the current text is highlighted replaces all o...

Page 42: ...lf one of the four inputs at the back of the projector or on any switcher connected to the projector s switcher port QSXW describes the source signal according to two criteria only to which switcher it is connected and to which slot it is connected and is represented by a 2 digit number entered on the keypad The first digit specifies the switcher 0 9 the second specifies the slot 1 9 Note that the...

Page 43: ...u can have numerous distinct channels to select for the same input any of which can be used by using the KDQ key on the keypad NOTE The precise function of the KDQ key is flexible and depends on how you have defined it from within the Preferences menu see Preferences later in this section Shown at right is an example of a channel list from KDQ In order to use channels KDQ on the keypad you must fi...

Page 44: ...bar to see and work with any additional channels not visible in the table LJXUH 60 1 KDQQHO LVW 0HQX Beneath the Channel List window select the New button which will store the current signal as a channel with the following defaults assigned channel number the lowest unassigned number up to 99 switcher SW number 0 represents the projector itself Or if the input source is connected to a switcher the...

Page 45: ...n to the setup window above the Edit button and select the desired channel Edit as necessary to accurately reflect your source connections Channel Enter any new valid number from 1 99 If the number you choose has already been assigned a message box will appear upon exiting the channel window Either cancel and enter a different number or overwrite the old channel Channel Name Enter a maximum of 16 ...

Page 46: ...tion box will appear to remind you that the channel is currently locked and to ask if you are sure you want to delete it OK or Cancel NOTES 1 For quicker access to delete mode press 2 Press to delete the currently highlighted channel 3 While in the Delete pull down list press to switch to Copy mode or to switch to Edit mode To delete all channels select the on screen Delete All button and press on...

Page 47: ...resentation level to go directly to a particular option rather than traveling through the menu system at all note this is not available for all options For example press XQF to access the left blanking slidebar immediately In addition numerous direct keys such as 3RVLWLRQ 3L HO RQW etc access their respective slidebars immediately Press any of these keys to adjust the corresponding slidebar during...

Page 48: ...the image is of the correct proportion and not stretched or compressed from left to right NOTE By default the projector samples at the correct frequency for a given source For best results it is recommended that this default not be overridden Pixel tracking is adjusted most effectively using a good test pattern such as a smooth gray image made up of a clear pattern of tiny black and white dots or ...

Page 49: ...mage You can control the horizontal and vertical sizes independently to change the aspect ratio of an image and you can move the image to a specific area of the screen Use resizing in order to match your image precisely to the specific screen size and aspect ratio proportion needed in your application RZ WR FFHVV GMXVW 5HVL LQJ The three sets of horizontal vertical resizing controls plus a Presets...

Page 50: ...HUWLFDO LVSOD Stretches or compresses the image vertically The value you choose for this setting determines how many lines from top to bottom are used for displaying the image Range 1 768 lines RUL RQWDO DSWXUH Determines what portion of the image is displayed horizontally much like a zoom function The horizontal capture setting represents the number of active pixels present across the image i e t...

Page 51: ...cal Display so that the image is sized in each direction as desired for your application for example you may want to maintain aspect ratio NOTE If the Horizontal Display setting appears to stop prematurely at too low a setting it is possible that the current Horizontal Capture setting is too low and is interfering If so increase the Horizontal Capture first 67 3 7 If necessary re adjust Horizontal...

Page 52: ... the image in its native resolution rather than resizing the image to use all available pixels in the projector 1024 x 768 All Capture and Display values will change accordingly For example for a source with a native resolution of 800 x 600 no resizing will cause the image to be centered within a black border in addition the Horizontal values for both Capture and Display will change to 800 and Ver...

Page 53: ... 16 9 ratio the Horizontal value will be 1024 and the Vertical value will be 582 If you do not choose the anamorphic option when a non HDTV anamorphic wide screen image is present the image will be vertically stretched into a 4 3 image Select any of the following options to alter your image Refer to Using Slidebars and Other Controls above if you need help in selecting options and accepting change...

Page 54: ...ng and unrealistic Use or until the desired color saturation level is displayed 7LQW 6 257 87 XQF from presentation level Or use 7LQW key Adjusts color hue to obtain true color reproduction of NTSC video signals Use or until the you reach optimum balance of red to green in your image It is best to adjust tint while displaying a proper test pattern otherwise it is recommended that tint remain at it...

Page 55: ...eparate Custom Color Temperature sub menu in which you can customize 3 drives and 3 blacklevels to create a new temperature for the current source as described below 4 Make sure the projector is warmed up In the Image Settings menu set the main projector brightness to 50 and contrast to 60 Display the grayscale 10 test pattern use the 7HVW key 5 In the Color Temperature pull down list select Custo...

Page 56: ...olors 2 If you want to adjust each color individually you can connect only one signal cable red green or blue at a time 8 When the grayscale appears as you want select Return You can now use this temperature with the current source 9LGHR 6WDQGDUG If Auto is checked the projector will automatically detect the video standard present and display this standard in the adjacent box If Auto is unchecked ...

Page 57: ...ncluding RGB HDTV delete the checkmark If you are not sure of the source judge by eye for the most accurate colors By default the checkmark is present for any type of HDTV source and deleted for all other sources Note Requires HDTV Input Module available as an option Contact your dealer or Electrohome 9 5 6 257 87 XQF from presentation level This option determines to what degree the projector tole...

Page 58: ... default 9600 If you are unsure about what baud rate to assign refer to the documentation for the controlling device NOTES 1 The baud rate setting does not affect the switcher port which remains at 9600 2 See 2 9 Serial Port Connections and Appendix D for more information about cable connections between devices URQW 5 H SDG 2 DFN 5 H SDG An IR remote keypad is either a Protocol C keypad the origin...

Page 59: ...tocol C Please see 2 10 Keypad Protocols for information about setting keypad protocols URDGFDVW H V Check if you want keypad commands sent to one projector to be relayed to all projectors in a network The command on the built in keypad or on the remote will still allow you to control a specific projector 3URMHFWRU 1XPEHU Enter a three digit number such as 000 to assign a number to the projector c...

Page 60: ...he KDQ key Choices are 1 digit entry 2 digit entry or a scrollable list of sources channels note that each source to be included in the list must also be tagged in the In Menu checkbox in the Channel List menu DPS 3RZHU This option does not apply to this projector and is disabled LVSOD 6OLGHEDUV If checked will allow direct slidebars to be superimposed over the current image when an adjustable par...

Page 61: ...nated XWR 3RZHU XS If checked the projector will automatically power up after a power failure Note that unsaved display adjustments may still be lost QWHOOLJHQW HQV 6 VWHP This option requires a motorized lens for zoom focus offset and does not apply to the VistaGRAPHX 5000 projector This primarily read only menu Figure 3 15 and Figure 3 16 consists of four separate read only menus plus a text edi...

Page 62: ...o 0 to reflect the number of hours the lamp has been used The timer will now begin logging each hour of use for the new lamp recording the current level in the main Status menu See 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter for complete instructions on installing a new lamp assembly 51 1 I RX HQWHU D VHULDO QXPEHU DQG VHOHFW WKH FFHSW EXWWRQ 7 287 KDYLQJ LQVWDOOHG D QHZ ODPS WKH WLPHU ZLOO LQFRUUHFWO UHWXU...

Page 63: ...k this number will be required in order get the exclusive attention of an individual projector To assign a projector number Press and select the Preferences icon In the Preferences menu scroll down to Projector and enter a three digit number 000 to 999 to identify the current projector Press to accept the entry and return to the main menu Repeat for each projector using a unique three digit number...

Page 64: ... the message box A system error must be resolved in order to eliminate its message box QYDOLG 8VHU QWU Any entry not recognized by VistaGRAPHX 5000 will call up this message as well as a brief description and suggestions for solving the problem even if the Display Error Messages box in Preferences menu is unchecked turned off Press to confirm the message and eliminate the message box 1R 6LJQDO The...

Page 65: ...LQ FRGH 66 630 9 0 RU 9 0 IDXOW 54 030 VHOI WHVW IDLOHG 67 030 RU 0 IDXOW 56 630 VHOI WHVW IDLOHG 68 5 HUURU 57 9 0 VHOI WHVW IDLOHG 69 0 ODPS LV RYHUKHDWLQJ 58 9 0 VHOI WHVW IDLOHG 74 57 FKLS IDLOXUH 59 0 VHOI WHVW IDLOHG 75 57 YHULI IDLOXUH 5 0 ODPS KDV IDLOHG 94 20 VRIWZDUH EXJ DUG 5HVHW If the projector does not respond to anything and appears to have inexplicably failed gently push a very sma...

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Page 67: ... within the equilateral triangle alerts the user to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the projector The lightning flash and arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle alerts the user to uninsulated dangerous voltage within the projector s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Operate the pr...

Page 68: ...lter for the complete replacement procedure 51 1 2QO XVH ILOWHUV VXSSOLHG E OHFWURKRPH1 Only use attachments or accessories recommended by Electrohome Use of others may result in the risk of fire shock or personal injury 51 1 8VH RQO WKH VSHFLDO QRWFKHG SRZHU FRUG1 R QRW DWWHPSW RSHUDWLRQ LI WKH VXSSO LV QRW ZLWKLQ WKH VSHFLILHG YROWDJH DQG SRZHU UDQJH1 Do not allow anything to rest on the power c...

Page 69: ...at only Electrohome approved parts are used Other parts may result in fire electric shock or risk of personal injury Clean the projector when required Before cleaning always unplug the projector from the power outlet To avoid the risk of scratching the lens only clean the lens if absolutely required A small amount of dust on the lens will have very little effect on picture quality If the lens must...

Page 70: ...n appear on screen to warn that the lamp is in need of replacement To make sure that this warning appears enter a checkmark in the Lamp Timer Message checkbox on the Preferences menu 51 1 1HYHU DWWHPSW WR UHPRYH WKH ODPS ZKHQ LW LV KRW1 7KH ODPS LV XQGHU JUHDW SUHVVXUH ZKHQ KRW DQG PD H SORGH FDXVLQJ SHUVRQDO LQMXU DQG2RU SURSHUW GDPDJH1 OORZ WR FRRO FRPSOHWHO DQG KDQGOH E WKH SODVWLF KRXVLQJ RQO ...

Page 71: ... and pull the door straight out from the projector Figure 4 2 LJXUH 7151 5HPRYH QQHU DPS RRU 5HPRYH WKH ODPS UHWDLQLQJ EUDFNHW The lamp module is held in place by a horizontal retaining bracket in front of the lamp module Unscrew the 2 screws on the left edge of the bracket and slide the bracket left to free it from its slot on the right of the lamp compartment Figure 4 3 Remove completely and set...

Page 72: ...le does not tilt LJXUH 7171 5HPRYH ROG ODPS PRGXOH 51 1 7R UHGXFH WKH GDQJHU IURP SRVVLEOH H SORVLRQ DOZD V GLUHFW WKH VXUIDFH RI WKH ODPS DZD IURP RX1 DQGOH E WKH SODVWLF KRXVLQJ RQO 1 5HWXUQ RU VDIHO GLVSRVH RI WKH ROG ODPS PRGXOH Place the old lamp module in the new lamp box and send it to your nearest Electrohome service depot see back cover of this manual Electrohome will pay the shipping cos...

Page 73: ...lthough this gas is not harmful to the atmosphere always direct this surface of the module away from you and others 5 Wait for the hissing to subside which may take up to 20 seconds or more 6 Dispose of lamp with regular trash Keep in mind that the integral lamp timer contains a small amount of mercury this mercury must be treated as hazardous waste if discarded in volume QVHUW WKH QHZ ODPS PRGXOH...

Page 74: ... tabbed bottom edge first then swing the top up and tighten the 2 screws Replace the outer door by aligning the bottom edge and swinging the door up into place Pull the top latch of the door down 5HSODFH IURQW DQG VLGH ILOWHUV It is a good idea to replace both filters whenever the lamp is replaced or more frequently if the operating environment is very dusty 5217 7 5 The front filter lies to the r...

Page 75: ...ber see Section 3 Operation if you need help entering text Once the serial number is entered the lamp timer will automatically reset to 0 hours and begin to log time 51 1 I RX QHJOHFW WR HQWHU D VHULDO QXPEHU WKH ODPS WLPHU ZLOO QRW UHVHW WR 3 DQG ZLOO WKHUHIRUH EH LQDFFXUDWH1 7KH ODPS OLIHWLPH PD WKHQ SUHPDWXUHO H SLUH1 NOTE Once entered the new lamp serial number is also automatically added to t...

Page 76: ...that display is rectangular If the projector is not operating properly note the symptoms of the problem and use the following guide to assist you If you cannot resolve the problem yourself contact your dealer for assistance 7KH SRZHU FRUG ZLOO QRW ILW LQWR WKH SRZHU VRFNHW111 1 A standard power cord is inadequate for the power requirements of the projector and will not fit into the projector s pow...

Page 77: ...ojector or screen 3 The batteries in the IR remote keypad may be weak Refer to 4 3 Replacing Keypad Batteries for instructions on how to replace the batteries 4 There may be unusual lighting conditions in the room affecting IR keypad operation Determine if such conditions exist and correct 5 The IR keypad may have been disabled for use with this projector s See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and 3 7 Adjust...

Page 78: ...Q111 1 The projector s image orientation is not set correctly for the current installation Refer to 2 6 Operating Orientation to set the projector s image orientation to match your installation 7KH XSSHU SRUWLRQ RI WKH GLVSOD LV ZDYLQJ WHDULQJ RU MLWWHULQJ111 1 This sometimes occurs when the source is a VCR or video signal If you are using a VCR enter a checkmark in the VCR checkbox within the Ima...

Page 79: ...WH111 1 The color tint and or color temperature settings may require adjustment from within the Image Settings menu 7KH GLVSOD LV QRW UHFWDQJXODU111 1 Is the vertical offset adjusted correctly for the current throw distance Use the vertical offset knob on the front of the projector and see 2 8 Zoom Focus and Vertical Offset for minor adjustments 2 Is the projector lens surface parallel to the scre...

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Page 82: ...ideo Luminance Y 1 0 Vp p 3db including sync tip Input level S Video Chrominance C 630 mVp p nominal burst DC offset 5V Impedance 75 ohms Return loss VSWR 1 2 6 QF Input levels 0 5Vp p 5 0Vp p 5V offset Impedance 75 ohms Type Sync on green Composite Separate H and V Polarity Positive or negative Duty cycles 0 10 20 vertical 3 20 horizontal LUHG RQWURO QSXW RSWLRQDO Control type 1 8 mini stereo jac...

Page 83: ...approved to U L 1950 by NRTL Semko EN60950 47CFR 2 15 FCC Class A U S Conducted and Radiated Emissions Stds CRC 1374 DOC Class A Canadian Conducted and Radiated Emissions Stds Emissions per EN50081 1 Immunity per EN50082 1 Temperature 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F Humidity non condensing 20 to 80 Altitude 0 3000 meters IR Remote Keypad includes batteries Line cord power cord 9LVWD 5 3 8333 User s Manua...

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Page 85: ...eo amplifier The speed at which serial communications travel from their origin The VistaGRAPHX 5000 default baud rate of 9600 can be changed to match a controlling device The time inside one scan line during which video is not generated The blanking time of the input signal must be equal to or greater than the retrace time of the projector In projection brightness usually describes the amount of l...

Page 86: ... light striking it Screen gain is less than 1 but audience viewing angles are increased An adjustment that affects the display of an image Such display settings include contrast brightness tint blanking focus etc A very rapid variation in image brightness caused by a frame rate that is too slow See Interlace The frequency at which complete images are generated For non interlaced signals the frame ...

Page 87: ...istortion of the image which occurs when the top and bottom borders of the image are of different lengths Side borders slant in or out producing a keystone shaped image The reproduction of the horizontal and vertical size of characters and or shapes over the entire screen When light from a projector is incident on a screen the light reflects from the screen such that the angle of reflection equals...

Page 88: ...ent protocols two projectors may be used side by side while being controlled independently by their remote IR keypads A selectable menu item that unfolds into a list of options pertaining to a given parameter A translucent panel for screen projection Incident light travels through the incident surface of a rear screen and forms an image on the other surface The ability to manipulate through softwa...

Page 89: ...g usually represents a percentage The device such as a computer or VCR connected to the projector for display A source is identified as or or as other user defined numbers Sources have corresponding channels recognized by the projector See Channel Number See Channel The diameter of the smallest dot that can be generated by a CRT projector VistaGRAPHX 5000 has a fixed spot pixel size A signal selec...

Page 90: ...projectors A specific type of video signal such as NTSC PAL SECAM VistaGRAPHX 5000 can automatically recognize and display the standard and display accordingly Screens do not reflect equally in all directions Most light is reflected in a conical volume centered around the line of best viewing Maximum brightness is perceived if you are within the viewing cone defined by the horizontal and vertical ...

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Page 95: ...HQGL 6HULDO RPPXQLFDWLRQ DEOHV 9LVWD 5 3 8333 8VHU V 0DQXDO 04 When connecting the VistaGRAPHX to either a computer another VistaGRAPHX projector or a Marquee Signal Switcher use a standard RS 232 serial communication cable Cable details are provided below ...

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Page 97: ...QXDO 06 When connecting VistaGRAPHX 5000 to a computer that has an RS 422 serial interface refer to the following wiring information 51 1 1HYHU XVH WKH 560755 SRUW XQOHVV RX DUH XVLQJ D FRPSXWHU ZLWK 560755 FDSDELOLW 1 7KH KLJKHU YROWDJH OHYHO RI WKLV VLJQDO FRXOG GDPDJH LQFRPSDWLEOH HTXLSPHQW1 ...

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Page 99: ...the screen size and lens type present you can calculate the throw distance required in an installation by using the appropriate formula as found in this appendix Note that throw distance is measured perpendicular to the projector front feet and the screen but not necessarily parallel to the floor i e the projector and screen may both be inclined Pre calculated throw distances for the complete rang...

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Page 109: ...o the first with each input selectable through a keypad Switcher inputs can also be selected by pressing the appropriate front panel push button HDWXUHV can be used with VistaGRAPHX 5000 and other projectors simple push button control easy to see illuminated indicators 9 expansion slots for interface modules RS 232 serial interface input for a wired remote keypad universal power input up to 9 swit...

Page 110: ...uts are 756 terminated accepts 3 4 or 5 wire RGB video sync on green composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical sync BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs Buffered signals to a remote destination RCA connectors for left and right channel audio inputs The RGB400 ALT Input Module may be installed in a VistaGRAPHX 5000 projector Marquee signal switcher or Marquee Case Power Supply The module r...

Page 111: ...ay of NTSC PAL OR SECAM signals requires that the VistaGRAPHX 5000 includes a multi standard decoder The HDTV Input Module may be installed in a VistaGRAPHX 5000 projector Marquee signal switcher or Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives HDTV analog RGB input signals with tri level sync HDWXUHV accepts RGB video with tri level composite sync BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs RCA connecto...

Page 112: ...he Marquee Case Power Supply enables you to use specific input modules as stand alone interfaces Two modules are available one for use with 120 volt line voltage 38 801023 XX and the other for use with 220 volt line voltage 38 801026 XX Both models include a 15 Vdc 500 mA AC adapter HDWXUHV easy installation no tools required can be used with the following VistaGRAPHX 5000 input modules RGB Input ...

Page 113: ...lecting Switching 3 16 Updating 3 20 Checkboxes Using 3 15 Color 3 28 Color Key 3 8 3 28 Color Temperature 3 28 5 1 Adjusting 3 28 Custom 3 29 Interpolated 3 29 Resetting to Default 3 29 Communication Cables 2 15 Contrast 3 27 Contrast Key 3 9 3 27 Contrast Ratio 5 1 D DAT 1 2 11 Detail 3 28 Detail Key 3 9 3 28 Digital Micromirror Device 1 1 2 Display Failure 4 11 Display Adjustments Manual 2 2 2 ...

Page 114: ...7 2 15 L Lamp Cleaning 4 3 Cooling 4 2 Failure 4 11 Hours of Use 4 4 Recording serial number 3 36 Replacement Procedure 4 4 Resetting timer 3 36 Specifications 5 2 Timer Message 3 35 4 4 Lamp Power 3 34 Lamp Replacement Warning 4 2 Lamp Timer Resetting 4 9 Language 3 34 LEDs Status 3 2 3 38 Lens and Throw Distance 2 7 Cleaning 4 3 Replacement Procedure 4 9 Lens Key 3 10 Leveling 2 1 2 9 2 14 4 13 ...

Page 115: ...ies 5 2 RS 232 1 1 2 15 2 16 2 17 2 18 3 32 3 37 3 38 5 2 1 Software commands 3 38 RS 422 1 1 2 16 S Screen size 2 6 2 7 4 13 Screen Type 2 2 Serial Connection 3 2 Service 1 2 Service Requirements 4 3 Shutter Key 3 10 Signal Type Checkbox 3 31 Slidebars Displaying or Hiding 3 34 Using 3 14 Slot 3 18 Source Connection 2 1 2 10 Selection 2 1 3 34 Specifying a Location 3 7 Source Setup See Channel Sp...

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