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Vista

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2000

User's Manual

Table of Contents

54-007064-02P (12/97) Software Version 1.1

VistaPro 2000 User's Manual

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Section

Contents

Page

1.1

The Projector ....................................................................................................1-1

1.2

Components ......................................................................................................1-2

1.3

Purchaser's Record and Servicing .....................................................................1-2

2.1

Quick Setup ......................................................................................................2-1

2.2

Installation Considerations................................................................................2-2

2.3

Projector Position and Mounting ......................................................................2-6

2.4

Source Connections ..........................................................................................2-8

2.5

Power Connection...........................................................................................2-11

2.6

Operating Orientation .....................................................................................2-11

2.7

Leveling ..........................................................................................................2-12

2.8

Zoom, Focus & Vertical Offset......................................................................2-12

2.9

Serial Port Connections ..................................................................................2-12

2.10

Keypad Protocols............................................................................................2-15

3.1

Overview...........................................................................................................3-1

3.2

Projector Basics ................................................................................................3-1

3.3

Using the Keypads ............................................................................................3-3

3.4

Navigating the Menus .......................................................................................3-8

3.5

Using Sources .................................................................................................3-12

3.6

Controlling the Image .....................................................................................3-15

3.7

Controlling System Parameters.......................................................................3-24

3.8

Using Multiple Projectors ...............................................................................3-28

3.9

Error Conditions .............................................................................................3-29

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

4.6

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................4-10

5.1

Specifications....................................................................................................5-1

Glossary ........................................................................................................... A-1

Keypad Reference ........................................................................................... B-1

Menu Tree........................................................................................................ C-1

Serial Communication Cables.......................................................................... D-1

Optional Input Modules ................................................................................... E-1

NOTE: Due to constant research, the information in this manual is subject to change without notice

Introduction

Installation &

Setup

Operation

Maintenance

Specifications

Appendices

Summary of Contents for VistaPro 2000

Page 1: ...3 2 Projector Basics 3 1 3 3 Using the Keypads 3 3 3 4 Navigating the Menus 3 8 3 5 Using Sources 3 12 3 6 Controlling the Image 3 15 3 7 Controlling System Parameters 3 24 3 8 Using Multiple Projectors 3 28 3 9 Error Conditions 3 29 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 4 6 Troubleshooti...

Page 2: ... controller and switcher compatibility keypad selectable input switching RS 232 input with loop through for networking multiple projectors 5 language capability modular design for ease of servicing VistaPro 2000 accepts data graphics and video input signals for projection onto flat or curved front or rear projection screens High brightness light is generated by an internal 1 kilowatt CERMAX Xenon ...

Page 3: ...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 manufactured by Electrohome If you have a problem with your projector and require assistance...

Page 4: ...ource Locate the input panels at the rear of 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 Connect the Line Cord 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 ...

Page 5: ...ation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Easy to set up Can be moved or changed quickly Easy to access Shares floor space with audience Front Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Does not take up audience space Projector is unobtrusive Projector cannot be accidentally moved Installation is more permanent It is more difficult to access the projector Rear Screen Floor Mount In...

Page 6: ...d Figure 2 1 Audience Coverage with Flat Screen Figure 2 2 Audience Coverage with Curved Screen 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 conical volume or vie...

Page 7: ...ng projected sharply and clearly on the screen To fill a screen with an image the aspect ratio of the screen must 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 the width of ...

Page 8: ...nted light to enter the screen In Figure 2 4 the screen and the projector are positioned so that unwanted light is minimized Figure 2 3 Poor Screen Placement Figure 2 4 Better Screen Placement Even with all lighting removed it is still possible that room reflections within the room can degrade the image Light from the projection screen should be absorbed by the ceilings walls and floors so that it...

Page 9: ... 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 Figure 2 5 Screen Locations for Maximum Audience Coverage As mentioned ...

Page 10: ...h the projector fully warmed up to determine the actual throw distance required 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 ensures that the image will be rectangular in shape rather than keystoned having non parallel sides Vertical position can be offset up or down using the vertical adjustment...

Page 11: ...an RGB input from an external RGB source with audio follow through The lower left panel if video decoder module is installed accepts composite video VID 1 or S video VID 2 and audio from devices such as video tape or disk players There are also several optional interfaces available for connecting other sources DAT 2 Such an option installs in the upper left panel See Figure 2 8 Figure 2 8 VistaPro...

Page 12: ...alled R minus Y to Red NOTE VistaPro 2000 does not automatically recognize a YUV signal When using YUV video you must specify this signal type within the Image Settings menu so that the projector can distinguish between this signal and other RGB sources See 3 6 Controlling the Image Figure 2 9 RGB Inputs To control audio levels in an audio visual system connect pre amplified line level audio input...

Page 13: ...using the loop through feature for composite or S Video input see Video Termination in 3 7 Controlling System Parameters Figure 2 10 Composite and S Video Inputs If you want to use an extra video source in addition to the video source s connected at Vid 1 and or Vid 2 connect either a Composite or S Video source to Dat 1 as shown in Figure 2 11 Figure 2 11 Connecting a Video Source to Dat 1 ...

Page 14: ... power source must be capable of supplying 1080 watts of power to the projector Figure 2 12 Power Connection WARNING Do not attempt operation if the AC input is not within the specified input range Caution Once the projector is turned off the lamp cooling fans will continue to run for approximately five minutes to ensure that the projector and lamp have sufficiently cooled at which point the fans ...

Page 15: ... barrel to decrease or increase the size of the image at the current throw distance Note Do not touch the lens surface as it can be easily damaged Turn the Focus adjustment knob next to lens barrel until you obtain the best overall image clarity VistaPro 2000 includes a Vertical Offset adjustment knob to provide vertical image shifting raising and lowering without causing keystone distortion Prope...

Page 16: ...an RS 232 serial communication cable between the computer and the projector serial port labeled NETWORK IN Figure 2 14 Then set the baud rate to match that of the computer Changing the baud rate is described in 3 7 Controlling System Parameters Figure 2 14 RS 232 Serial Port Connection to a Computer Note PC software is required for computer control Contact your dealer or Electrohome for details Yo...

Page 17: ...chain Figure 2 16 Figure 2 16 Adding Another Projector 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 17 Communication parameters such as baud rate must be set to match the particular controlling device refer to the documentation that came with the controlling device in order to determine...

Page 18: ...in the same room and need to control each projector independently Figure 2 18 When Keypad A has a different protocol than Keypad B 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 want only certain projectors to respond to a wired keypad NOTE Matching the protocol on the...

Page 19: ...ad from the projector applies to wired remote only Step 2 Unlatch and open the empty battery compartment on the back of the keypad as shown in Figure 2 19 NOTE A wired keypad will open as shown but there will be a cable passing through the battery compartment cover Figure 2 19 Opening the Keypad Step 3 Find the 4 jumpers located along the latching side of the battery compartment These jumpers set ...

Page 20: ...nd correctly to keypad commands J3 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 J4 jumper For the IR remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 1 and 2 as shown For the wired remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 2 and 3 as shown Step 5 Replace bat...

Page 21: ... and hold for a second or more While still holding press Now this keypad will control only a projector that recognizes B protocol To switch back to protocol A press continue to hold and Now the keypad will control only a projector that recognizes A protocol See 3 7 Controlling System Parameters for setting matching projector protocols Protocol A Protocol B NOTE If you change any keypad to a new pr...

Page 22: ...trolling System Parameters pg 3 24 3 8 Using Multiple Projectors pg 3 28 3 9 Error Conditions pg 3 29 NOTE Installation involves locating the projector and adjusting it for use at that location If you have not yet installed the projector refer to Section 2 Installation and Setup Most VistaPro 2000 functions and adjustments are entered through keypad commands that either control the projector direc...

Page 23: ...s connection for Marquee and third party Extron signal switchers AC LINE CORD INPUT Accepts only the special VistaPro 2000 notched AC line cord supplied with projector The projector requires AC power of 100 to 240 VAC 50 to 60 Hz 11 amps WARNING Use only the special VistaPro notched AC line cord Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within the specified voltage and power range STATUS LE...

Page 24: ... keypad provides complete control of the projector however 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 provide access to actions via on screen menus and other windows Keys labeled with both a direct function as well as a number such as ...

Page 25: ... or VCR When making key presses point the keypad either toward the screen or toward the front or rear of the projector Figure 3 3 Infrared IR Remote or Wired Keypad The wired remote keypad connects to the VistaPro 2000 remote jack via a 25 ft extension cable It is recommended when the location of the keypad in relation to the projector or screen is inadequate for IR Remote Keypad operation the lig...

Page 26: ...lays the main menu of six triangular icons for access to specific functions presentation level is no longer active Pressing again or returns to presentation level Basic keypad commands are explained below Keypad operating settings protocols The remote keypad and the optional wired keypad both can store keypad operating settings also called protocols in memory In some advanced applications such as ...

Page 27: ...o return to presentation level Enter Press to select a highlighted item toggle a checkbox checked vs unchecked or accept a parameter adjustment and return to the menu Exit Press to save most parameter adjustments and return to presentation level Hold for approximately 2 seconds to temporarily illuminate the keypad keys IR remote only NOTE does not save changes within text editing boxes or pull dow...

Page 28: ...t number assigned to the projector you want to use or use or to scroll Press to select To broadcast to multiple projectors press or on the built in keypad and then without entering a projector number Keypad commands will then affect all projectors present NOTES 1 The Broadcast Keys option in the Preferences menu must be selected for only one projector in a serial network The keypad in use must be ...

Page 29: ...ojector will not respond to non numeric entry until 2 digits have been entered or until 5 seconds of inactivity have elapsed 3 Certain engineering codes 71 74 and 79 will freeze an image or display an unfamiliar menu or image Should you accidentally select one of these special codes press to return to cancel the function and return to presentation level software version 1 0 c or higher Plus symbol...

Page 30: ...cked out or 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 the projector returns to presentation level When finished with a function menu do one of the following Press to accept any changes made and return to your image Press to accept any changes mad...

Page 31: ...epending on the current display as shown in the following chart TIME OUTS Display Time out Slidebar from pres 5 seconds Slidebar from menu 15 minutes Lamp Timer Msg 30 seconds Source entry 5 seconds Direct control entry 5 seconds Other 15 minutes Most of the six function menus allow you to edit parameters through slidebars checkboxes and pull down lists Highlight the parameter you desire press to ...

Page 32: ...places all of the text Make sure you want to discard the original text before beginning To Edit Text Use the arrow keys to move from character to character Press on keypad to select The blinking vertical line indicates the insertion point for the text move right and left with the and keys or use the on screen and buttons To Delete Text Select the on screen Delete button to delete the character to ...

Page 33: ...istaPro 2000 time outs after 5 seconds of inactivity selecting the current source and returning to the previous menu 2 From presentation level press or to cycle through the list Regardless of which method you use to select a source the image will be displayed according to the parameters the source setup last defined for that source If you have not yet defined any parameters a new source setup is t...

Page 34: ...urces not visible in the table Figure 3 8 Source Setup Menu Beneath the Source Setup window select the New button which will store the current signal as a source setup with the following defaults assigned source number the lowest unassigned number up to 99 switcher SW number 0 represents the projector itself Or if the source is connected to a switcher the default will be the lowest switcher number...

Page 35: ...Edit as necessary to accurately reflect your source connections Source Enter any new valid source number from 1 99 If the number you choose has already been assigned a message box will appear upon exiting the source setup window Either cancel and enter a different number or overwrite the old source Source Name Enter a maximum of twenty characters to describe your source see Editing Text above Swit...

Page 36: ...ion Edit Copy or Delete from the list Using the arrow keys return to the main source setup listings above the Update button and select the source setup you wish to update The setup will change to reflect any new settings recognizing the horizontal and vertical scan frequencies and recording them in the last two columns All image control functions can be accessed in two menus Size and Position and ...

Page 37: ...mage while adjusting Vertical Position SHORT CUT from presentation level Moves picture up and down NOTE The number on the slidebar represents where the approximate center of the image lies in relation to the total number of lines available vertically and varies widely according to the signal Watch the image while adjusting Pixel Tracking SHORT CUT from presentation level Adjusts the frequency of t...

Page 38: ...ed Using the numbers on the slidebar as a guide you will notice that you can actually stabilize the image at more than one point i e you may find that the image appearance at 11 is the same as the image appearance at 38 thus you can select either setting Top Bottom Left or Right Blanking SHORT CUT from presentation level Blanks turns to black the top bottom left or right edge of the image so that ...

Page 39: ...r before reaching the projector the frequencies of these signals in their initial state NTSC 15 73 kHz 59 94 Hz and PAL SECAM 15 62 kHz 50 00 Hz will be recognized by the projector as video only dynamic scaling will not be possible until their frequencies are changed to non video through line doubling How to Access Adjust Dynamic Scaling The three sets of horizontal vertical dynamic scaling contro...

Page 40: ... setting Range 1 848 pixels Vertical Display 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 1 600 lines Horizontal Capture Determines what portion of the image is displayed horizontally much like a horizontal zoom function The higher the setting the smaller the image The horizon...

Page 41: ...al Display so that the image is sized in each direction as desired for your application 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 STEP 4 If necessary re adjust Horizontal Margin and or Vertical Margin until the image is p...

Page 42: ...too high the bright parts of the image lose detail and clarity If set too low the light areas will not be as bright as they could be and it may be difficult to distinguish between foreground and background information NOTES 1 For best results adjust brightness before contrast 2 If room lighting changes it may be necessary to re adjust both Color SHORT CUT from presentation level Adjusts color satu...

Page 43: ...ion reddish or bluish of the whites displayed by the projector the lower the temperature the more reddish the whites Use the following as a guide for most applications Color Temperature K Typical Application 3200 theatre 5400 film and film to video transfers 6500 most video and computers 9300 some computers with a bluish setting In specialized applications when none of the temperatures are suitabl...

Page 44: ...t to view or select a different signal type from a complete list available to the projector Re check the Auto checkbox whenever you want to return to automatic detection of the signal type NOTES 1 RGB Video which requires a third party decoder and YUV signals cannot be automatically recognized if you use either of these sources you must select the corresponding signal type from the list 2 It is re...

Page 45: ... you exit the menu press Figure 3 11 Preferences Menu Front IR Keypad Rear IR Keypad An IR remote keypad is either a Protocal A keypad the original setting at manufacture or a Protocol B keypad Either protocol may or may not be recognized by the two sensors on the projector front and rear depending on what option you choose here If the two sensors are both on they will recognize the same protocol ...

Page 46: ...uter or another projector via an RS 232 port The VistaPro 2000 baud rate must be set to match the baud rate of the controlling device If you are unsure about what baud rate to assign refer to the documentation for the controlling device By default the projector baud rate is set to 9600 NOTE 1 The baud rate setting does not affect the switcher port which remains at 9600 2 See 2 9 Serial Port Connec...

Page 47: ...ill be displayed upon power up until a source is selected Video Termination Check this option to terminate the video input 75 S The input should be terminated unless the signal loops through continues to another projector or display device in which case the last projector in the chain should be terminated Auto Power up If checked the projector will automatically power up without pressing Note that...

Page 48: ...on on the main Status menu to record the serial number of the new lamp Using the arrow keys to navigate press on the keypad to select each number or character needed for the serial number Figure 3 14 When done select the Accept button to record the new number If you need help with this window see the Editing Text subsection earlier in this section Figure 3 14 Entering a New Lamp Serial Number ...

Page 49: ... the Service menu can be accessed through the keypad shortcuts shown below Press to return to presentation level Command Test Pattern 80 List of test patterns scroll with or 81 User Image 82 Cross 83 Checker 84 Grey Scale 128 85 Grey Scale 10 86 Color Bars 87 Black 88 10 Grey 89 20 Grey 90 30 Grey 91 40 Grey 92 50 Grey 93 60 Grey 94 70 Grey 95 80 Grey 96 90 Grey 97 White 98 Logo When working with ...

Page 50: ...to gain control of a single projector On the IR remote or wired keypad press to display the projector box Press without entering a number the keypad commands will now affect all projectors Make certain that only one projector has its Broadcast Keys option selected checked the remaining projectors should have the option unchecked and their keypads disabled do this in Preferences menu The Broadcast ...

Page 51: ...a qualified service technician Contact your dealer or Electrohome if the problem persists The specific pattern of flashing indicates the 2 digit type code identifying the type of problem detected the number of yellow flashes represents the first digit and the number of red flashes indicates the second For example a pattern of yellow yellow red red red is Code 23 These codes include Code Descriptio...

Page 52: ...ateral 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 projector in an env...

Page 53: ...ING Only use filters supplied by Electrohome Only use attachments or accessories recommended by Electrohome Use of others may result in the risk of fire shock or personal injury WARNING Use only a special notched AC power cord Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within the specified voltage and power range Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Locate the projector where the ...

Page 54: ...nly 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 be ...

Page 55: ... 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 WARNING Never attempt to remove the lamp when it is hot The lamp is under great pressure when hot and may explode causing personal injury and or property damage Allow to cool completely and handle by the plastic housing only Turn off the proje...

Page 56: ...ght out from the projector Figure 4 3 Figure 4 3 Remove Inner Lamp Door Remove the lamp retaining bracket 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 4 Remove completely and set aside STEP 4 ...

Page 57: ...5 Remove old lamp module WARNING To reduce the danger from possible explosion always direct the surface of the lamp away from you Handle by the plastic housing only Return or safely dispose of the old lamp module 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 costs NOTE Your volunta...

Page 58: ...ul 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 Insert the new lamp module Hold the new lamp module wi...

Page 59: ... 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 Replace side filter It is a good idea to replace the side filter whenever the lamp is replaced or more frequently if the operating environment is very dusty This filter lies behind the protruding grill on the side panel of the projector near the front...

Page 60: ...mer will not reset to 0 and will therefore be inaccurate The lamp lifetime may then prematurely expire NOTE Once entered the new lamp serial number is also automatically added to the Lamp History list in the Service menu password protected Lamp life data is required for warranty claims A variety of VistaPro lenses are available to accommodate different throw distances and specific types of install...

Page 61: ... inadequate for the power requirements of the VistaPro 2000 and will not fit into the projector s power socket Use only the notched power cord that came with the projector The projector will not turn on when is pressed 1 Make sure that is held down for approximately one second and that the projector has been off for at least 2 minutes 2 Are both LEDs OFF on at the back of the projector Check that ...

Page 62: ...onditions 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 Controlling System Parameters The power is on but the lamp is not 1 The projector probably became overheated Allow to cool and make sure that nothing blocks projector vents Do not operate in environments warmer than 35 C 95 F 2 The lamp may have reached the end of its ...

Page 63: ...urs when the source is a VCR or video signal If you are using a VCR enter a checkmark in the VCR checkbox within the Image Settings menu Portions of the display are cut off or wrap to the opposite edge 1 Reduce top bottom left or right blanking from within the Image Size and Position menu 2 Horizontal vertical placement may need adjustment Adjust until entire image is visible and centered The disp...

Page 64: ... not rectangular 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 screen See 2 7 Leveling The display is noisy 1 Display adjustment may be required Adjust pixel tracking and phase 2 The video input may ...

Page 65: ...ll grays 5500 7500 K Range of Adjustability 3200 K to 10000 K Projection Lenses Lenses Throw ratio 1 2 1 or 3 1 5 1 or 7 1 1 5 1 3 1 zoom 3 1 7 1 zoom Screen Size diag 5 to 25 8 to 30 8 to 30 8 to 30 Vertical Offset range in pixels 0 to 300 0 to 300 0 to 150 0 to 150 Geometry Distortion 5 5 2 2 Number of inputs 2 RGBHV second input via plug in module 2 Video standard on N American model only RGB H...

Page 66: ...stereo jack Input level High 2 0V min Low 0 7V max RS 232 Number of connectors 4 1 network in and 1 network out 1 for switcher control 1 spare Connector type 9 pin D Voltage range auto switching 100 VAC to 240 VAC Line frequency 50 60 Hz nominal Inrush current 30 amps maximum Current rating 8 amps at 220 VAC Power consumption 1500 W max at 220 VAC 1000 W at 110 VAC Type Xenon short arc Power 1 kil...

Page 67: ...adiated Emissions Stds Emissions per EN50081 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 12 Line cord power cord VistaPro 2000 User s Manual Warranty card Video Decoder Module optional for overseas export only Ceiling Mount Hardware Alternate Throw Lens Wired Remote Keypad Short range IR Remote Keypad 75 range l...

Page 68: ...ange of the projector s video amplifier The speed at which serial communications travel from their origin The VistaPro 2000 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 d...

Page 69: ...ce The frequency at which complete images are generated For non interlaced signals the frame rate is identical to the vertical frequency For interlaced signals the frame rate is one half of vertical frequency The intensity of visible light per square foot The luminance brightness which results from one foot candle of illumination falling on a perfectly diffuse surface The ability of a screen to di...

Page 70: ...ine of Best Viewing is along the line of reflection The method of feeding a series of high impedance inputs from a single video source with a coaxial transmission line in such a manner that the line is terminated with its characteristic impedance at the last input on the line The amount of visible light emitted by a light source is measured in lumens The amount of visible light per square meter in...

Page 71: ...hen a photographic target is placed between the lens and a light source and illuminated by that light source The maximum number of pixels that the projector can display horizontally and vertically across an image The minimum time required for a CRT projector to move the position of the scanning spot from the right edge to the left edge The time required by the video amplifier of the projector to i...

Page 72: ...spot pixel size A signal selector that can be connected to a projector for the purpose of adding more sources This term refers to the part of the video signal that is used to stabilize the picture Sync can occur in three forms 1 Composite sync the horizontal and vertical components are together on one cable 2 Sync on green the sync is part of the green video 3 Separate sync or H SYNC and V SYNC th...

Page 73: ...irections 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 viewing angles The color temperature of white used by the projector The area of an image that is white only For example a full white field is an image that is white everywhere A 10 white field is a w...

Page 74: ...Appendix B Keypad Reference VistaPro 2000 User s Manual B 1 Figure B 1 Infrared IR Remote or Wired Remote Keypad ...

Page 75: ...KEYPAD REFERENCE B 2 VistaPro 2000 User s Manual Figure B 2 Built in Keypad ...

Page 76: ...Appendix C Menu Tree VistaPro 2000 User s Manual C 1 ...

Page 77: ...ables VistaPro 2000 User s Manual D 1 When connecting the VistaPro 2000 to either a computer another VistaPro 2000 projector or a Marquee Signal Switcher use a standard RS 232 serial communication cable Cable details are provided below ...

Page 78: ...SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLES D 2 VistaPro 2000 User s Manual ...

Page 79: ...put selectable through a keypad Switcher inputs can also be selected by pressing the appropriate front panel push button Features can be used with VistaPro 2000 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 switchers can be ganged togeth...

Page 80: ... 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 Active Loop Through Input Module may be installed in a VistaPro 2000 projector a Marquee signal switcher or Marquee Case Power Supply The buffering capability of the RGB400 ALT in combination with its pair of input ou...

Page 81: ...signals requires that the VistaPro 2000 includes a multi standard decoder The HDTV Input Module may be installed in a VistaPro 2000 projector Marquee signal switcher or Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives HDTV analog RGB input signals with tri level sync Features accepts RGB video with tri level composite sync BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs RCA connectors for left and right channel...

Page 82: ...pply 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 Features easy installation no tools required can be used with the following VistaPro 2000 input modules RGB Input RGB Loop Thru Composite S ...

Page 83: ...Display Problems Faintness 4 11 Inaccurate colors 4 13 Incomplete Image 4 12 Instability 4 11 4 12 Keystoned image 4 13 Noise in image 4 13 display problems cont d Out of focus 4 13 Proportion 4 12 Wrong Orientation 4 12 Dynamic Scaling 3 18 How to Access 3 18 Typical Procedure 3 20 When to Use 3 18 E Enter Key 3 6 Error Conditions 3 29 Displaying 3 26 Exit Key 3 6 F Fans Lamp Cooling 2 11 Filter ...

Page 84: ...e 3 28 Menu Size Position 3 16 Menu Source Setup 3 13 Menu Status 3 26 Multiple projectors 2 13 2 15 3 28 Connecting 2 14 Mute Key 3 8 N Numerical Entry 3 11 O Odd Even 3 24 Opening Screen 3 26 P Pan Key 3 8 Pixel Phase 3 17 Pixel Phase Key 3 7 Pixel Track Key 3 7 Pixel Tracking 3 16 4 12 4 13 Power Connection 2 1 2 11 3 2 Problems 4 10 Requirements 5 2 Warning 2 1 4 2 Presentation Level Definitio...

Page 85: ... Switcher 2 13 3 25 Sync Def and types 5 Sync Tip Clamping 3 23 T Test Patterns 3 28 Text Entering Editing 3 11 Throw distance 2 1 2 6 2 7 4 10 4 13 Timeouts 3 10 Tint 3 22 V VCR Checkbox 3 23 Vertical Capture 3 19 Vertical Display 3 19 Vertical Margin 3 19 Vertical Offset 2 7 4 10 5 1 Adjust 2 12 3 2 Vertical Position 3 16 VID 1 3 6 Connection 2 9 VID 2 2 9 3 6 Video 3 2 Formats 5 2 Video Decoder...

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