Electrohome VistaGRAPHX 10K, User Manual

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Page 2: ...Projector Basics 3 1 3 3 Using the Keypad 3 5 3 4 Navigating the Menus 3 12 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels 3 17 3 6 Adjusting the Image 3 21 3 7 Adjusting and Checking System Parameters 3 33 3 8 Using Multiple Projectors 3 39 3 9 Error Conditions 3 40 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: ... size adjustment for custom scaling interchangeable lenses for diagonal screen sizes up to 40 feet displays NTSC PAL and SECAM video input requires optional decoder displays input from PCs VCRs laser disc players video cameras etc memory for up to 99 custom channels source setups intuitive on screen menus or hidden direct control identical built in and remote keypads controller and switcher compat...

Page 4: ...ion Card is also included fill out this card and return it directly to Electrohome NOTE While the VistaGRAPHX 10K does not include a video decoder module optional this manual assumes that the video decoder is installed LJXUH 4151 VistaGRAPHX 10K 6 VWHP RPSRQHQWV ZLWK HQV GGHG Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired Electrohome s extensive factory and dealer service netw...

Page 5: ...ide to side see 2 7 Leveling RQQHFW D 6RXUFH Locate the four input panels at the front left corner 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 RQQHFW WKH LQH RUG WR 3RZHU The projector has its own integral 30 amp line cord for connecting to AC Input power re...

Page 6: ...o work with other source inputs or defined channels Although VistaGRAPHX 10K delivers a high brightness quality output the final display quality could be compromised if the projector is not properly installed This subsection discusses issues you should consider before proceeding with a final installation Even if you do not intend to use VistaGRAPHX 10K in a fixed and permanent installation this su...

Page 7: ...nd or side handles Hoist only one projector at a time 03257 17 5HPRYH WKH OHQV EHIRUH KRLVWLQJ1 Note that the projector also includes tapped bolt holes in each corner that accept screw in eye bolts provided Attach the 4 eye bolts and rig them with safety cabling whenever you are hoisting the projector into place or suspending it permanently Figure 2 3 LJXUH 5061 6DIHW DEOHV LJXUH 5041 R QRW KRLVW ...

Page 8: ...6 216 5 7 216 3URMHFWRU LV FRPSOHWHO KLGGHQ 8VXDOO JRRG DPELHQW OLJKW UHMHFWLRQ 5HTXLUHV OHVV VSDFH EHKLQG VFUHHQ WKDQ RWKHU UHDU VFUHHQ LQVWDOODWLRQV 5HTXLUHV VHSDUDWH URRP1 QVWDOODWLRQ FRVW LV XVXDOO KLJKHU Screen type is important when designing a projection system Inexperienced users or installers should always consult their dealer when deciding on screen type The following guidelines explain ...

Page 9: ...istaGRAPHX 10K lenses are designed primarily for use with flat screens However the projector depth of field range allows the lens to be focused on curved screens as well Focus remains sharp in the corners however there may be significant pincushion distortion primarily at the top of the screen 5HDU 6FUHHQ QVWDOODWLRQV There are two basic types of rear screens diffused and optical A diffused screen...

Page 10: ...iagonal size have aspect ratios of 4 3 Screens with other aspect ratios are not typically specified by diagonal size The high brightness output of VistaGRAPHX 10K is certainly well suited for locations where ambient lighting is less than optimum for projection but there are still many simple things you can do to optimize your installation Visiting a movie theater can give you an idea of what makes...

Page 11: ...tips which can help you improve your installation Ventilation is an important factor when preparing a projection room The ambient temperature should be kept constant and below 35 C 95 F Keep the projector away from heating and or air conditioning vents Changes in temperature can cause drifts in the projector circuitry which may affect performance Keep the projector away from devices which radiate ...

Page 12: ...affect where the projector is positioned In addition both throw distance the distance between the projector and screen and vertical position the height of the projector in relation to the screen must be determined for every new installation Both depend on the screen size and projector lens type you are using Make sure that the room can accommodate the required position of the projector for the cho...

Page 13: ...ect vertical position ensures that the image will be rectangular in shape rather than keystoned having non parallel sides and that image focus and brightness both remain optimized Vertical position is offset that is the image can be moved by using the HQV key This displays the Lens menu where both horizontal and vertical offset can be adjusted with slidebars Note that the range of adjustment depen...

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Page 15: ... 0DQXDO 5044 LJXUH 50 1 9HUWLFDO 2IIVHW 5DQJHV For typical front or rear floor mounts mount 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 0RXQWLQJ ö ...

Page 16: ... must use an Electrohome ceiling mount fixture if the projector is to be inverted and suspended For more information contact your dealer In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited a mirror may be used to fold the optical path See Figure 2 11 The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set if considering this type of installation call your dealer for ass...

Page 17: ...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 input and connect vertical sync to the V SYNC input See Figure 2 13 Connect com...

Page 18: ...dard RCA type phono plugs 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 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 n...

Page 19: ...mposite or S Video source to Input 1 as shown in Figure 2 15 LJXUH 50481 RQQHFWLQJ D 9LGHR 6RXUFH WR QSXW 4 Electrohome Optional Input Modules allow you to increase the total number of inputs and to accommodate other signal types These modules may be installed in the upper left section of the control panel on the front of the VistaGRAPHX 10K called Input 2 They are RGB Input Module RGB Loop Thru M...

Page 20: ...he 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 will automatically shut off To avoid thermal stress to lamp never unplug the line cord while the lamp cooling fans are running Do not unplug the projector or use the circuit breaker switch in order to power down ...

Page 21: ...nu adjust the horizontal and or vertical lens offset The maximum amount of image shift depends on the lens you are using see 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting for details Adjust until you achieve the best overall brightness without causing a distortion in picture geometry For complete information about adjusting the image through keypad commands and on screen menus refer to Section 3 Operation U...

Page 22: ...w LJXUH 504 1 560565 6HULDO 3RUW RQQHFWLRQ WR D RPSXWHU Note PC software is required for computer serial control Contact your dealer for details 7KH 560755 3RUW Some computers can provide RS 422 serial communications usually through a plug in adapter or external converter rather than the RS 232 typically found on most computers RS 422 communication has differential transmits and receives and is ge...

Page 23: ...ect to the 9 pin D connector or the XLR jack not both You may wish to use one or more external Marquee switchers or third party switchers in order to significantly increase the number of sources you can use Connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the switcher and the projector serial port labeled SWITCHER Figure 2 19 This port is permanently set at 9600 baud LJXUH 504 1 560565 6HULDO ...

Page 24: ...te must be set to match the particular controlling device refer to the documentation that came with the controlling device in order to determine the proper baud rate See 3 7 Adjusting and Checking System Parameters if you need help changing the projector baud rate from its default of 9600 LJXUH 50541 7KUHH 1HWZRUNHG RU KDLQHG 3URMHFWRUV Notes 1 To avoid damage connect only properly wired RS 232 se...

Page 25: ... 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 projector to that of a keypad is done through a setting in the VistaGRAPHX 10K Preferences menu See 3 7 Adjusting and Checking Sy...

Page 26: ...functions in a certain manner 6WHS 7 6HW WKH XPSHUV Set the jumpers as shown in Figure 2 24 Take care to refer to the correct part of the drawing IR or wired optional Use tweezers or needle nose pliers to remove and replace each jumper as necessary 4 jumper For either remote set between pins 1 and 2 to set as Protocol C Set between pins 2 and 3 to set as Protocol D 5 jumper For either remote set b...

Page 27: ... unplugged or when a battery is removed the keypad will revert back to the hard wired 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...

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Page 30: ...e keypad the lens barrel of a VistaGRAPHX ILS zoom lens optional rotates to adjust the size of the image at the current throw distance projector to screen distance Minimum and maximum image sizes depend on which zoom lens is installed see Section 5 Specifications To adjust zoom manually remove the zoom adapter collar see Section 4 Maintenance RPSRQHQWV ö 6HH LJXUHV 604 DQG 605 ...

Page 31: ... mount 5 027 21752 6 877 5 0 Closing the shutter closes the lens and blocks the image The shutter is controlled through the keypad 20326 7 2609 2 1387 0 Accepts a composite video and S Video signal from devices such as VCRs 5 1387 0 Accepts RGB and sync 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 ...

Page 32: ...eceiving proper AC current 20 amps maximum This LED should be 2Q green whenever the projector is plugged in If it goes off during operation this indicates that the projector received more than 20 amps of current and that the projector s circuit breaker triggered an automatic shutdown of the projector 5 027 3 0 Standard keypad for tethered remote control of the projector 17 5 3 0 Alternative locati...

Page 33: ...ure stacking of projectors on the floor maximum of three high 51 1 6WDFN 225002817 SURMHFWRUV RQO 1 2 76 0 For safe hoisting installation of the projector Attach with at least 20 in lb torque 03 225 0 For accessing the lamphouse assembly such as for replacement 17 5 0 Louvered area for air intake Remove to replace 2 air filters The VistaGRAPHX keypad appears in three locations Built in to the rear...

Page 34: ...ss communications from a battery powered infrared IR transmitter Use the IR remote keypad the same 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 One of two sensors on the projector will detect the signals and relay the commands for internal processing The wired remote keypad...

Page 35: ...evel 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 Specific keypad commands are explained below 3RZHU 2122 Press and hold for a second or ...

Page 36: ...eters 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 can choose to see a scrollable list of channels when you press KDQ or you may prefer to enter a one or two digit number channel number To set up the KDQ key see Preferences later in this section 6WDQGE Press 6WE and ...

Page 37: ...ately within 2 seconds press either 21 or 2 as desired The specific toggle will occur Toggle keys are labeled with an asterisk on the keypad They are listed below 6KXWWHU 21 close the shutter dowser 6KXWWHU 2 open the shutter dowser 6WE 21 put the projector in standby mode 6WE 2 leave standby 3RZHU 21 turn the projector on 3RZHU 2 turn the projector off 0XWH 21 turn the audio on 0XWH 2 turn the au...

Page 38: ...ctor you want to use or use and to scroll Press QWHU to select Press LW to cancel To broadcast to multiple projectors press 3URM and then XQF 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 OFF disabled for the r...

Page 39: ... 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 A list of test common pattern codes appears on the back of the IR remote keypad and in the Service subsection later in this manual You can also use XQF followed by a special 2 digit number to directly access certain options in the S...

Page 40: ...rom 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 keypad both store keypad operating settings called protocols in memory In some advanced applications such as when you want to use two separate keypads to control two projectors indepen...

Page 41: ...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 LW to save all and return to your image Press 0HQX to save all and return to the Main menu If at a...

Page 42: ...idebars checkboxes and pull down lists To select a slidebar toggle a checkbox status or view a pull down list do one of the following from the function menu Enter the menu option number corresponding to the setting you wish to change for example press to select Left Blanking Or move the highlight to the desired parameter and press QWHU Or move the highlight and press or slidebars Or bypass the men...

Page 43: ... ULJKWQHVV ULJKW RORU RORU 7LQW 7LQW HWDLO HWDLO Use arrow keys to adjust a direct slidebar Press QWHU or LW to save NOTES 1 You can still adjust a direct slidebar as usual if the menu display is turned off see 26 or Preferences menu the slidebar just won t be visible 2 A direct slidebar disappears if it is not used within 5 seconds 6DYLQJ GMXVWPHQWV 0 When you have finished with a slidebar do one...

Page 44: ...ext Make sure you want to discard the original text before beginning or press LW at any time to cancel 7R GLW 7H W 0 In the large character box use the arrow keys to move from character to character Press QWHU on keypad to select and insert the character in the text box at the top of the screen The blinking vertical line in the indicates the insertion point for the text Select the on screen or key...

Page 45: ...or is always considered switcher 0 03 6 QSXW use source connected to switcher 1 slot 3 QSXW use source connected to the projector slot 1 i e QSXW4 You can switch to an input in either one of two ways Pressing the appropriate direct key QSXW4 QSXW5 QSXW6 or QSXW7 is a quick and seamless way to display from one of the four inputs at the front of the projector Or if your projector has a switcher conn...

Page 46: ... the projector will respond properly to input from that source in the future A new channel can be created automatically which is the easiest or you can use the New button in the Channel List menu A channel is automatically created when an input signal is sent to the projector for display and you then change a parameter such as adjusting brightness etc The channel assigned to an automatically creat...

Page 47: ...1 QSXW4 2 QSXW5 3 QSXW6 or 4 QSXW7 for projector inputs or current slot number 1 9 if the source is connected to a switcher InMenu checked The source will then appear in the channel list whenever KDQ key is pressed AutoSource checked The projector will be able to automatically find this channel on power up if the input signal matches Locked unchecked Settings for the channel can be changed If you ...

Page 48: ...12 uppercase characters to describe your channel see Editing Text above Switcher Enter 0 if the signal is physically connected to the projector itself Enter 1 9 if the signal is physically connected to a switcher Slot Enter 1 4 for a connection to the projector itself or 1 9 for a slot on a switcher Checkboxes Toggle any checkboxes as desired for the channel Repeat for each channel you wish to edi...

Page 49: ...mage Settings 0HQX both of which are listed in the Main menu While in either of these two menus you can change settings affecting the image from the current channel by working with the appropriate slidebars checkboxes and pull down lists LW will always return to presentation level and accept any changes you may have made within a menu From presentation level you can access any of the first ten ind...

Page 50: ...oximate center of the image lies in relation to the total number of pixels available horizontally and varies widely according to the signal Watch the image while adjusting 9HUWLFDO 3RVLWLRQ 6 257 87 XQF from presentation level Or use 3RVLWLRQ key and adjust the bottom slidebar Moves picture up and down NOTE The number on the slidebar represents where the approximate center of the image lies in rel...

Page 51: ...ctively from within a proper test pattern such as a smooth gray image made up of a clear pattern of tiny black and white dots or a similar graphic image Adjust until the image is stable and each dot is clearly defined 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 ...

Page 52: ...without loss or wrapping to the opposite side Note that the margin is limited by the size of the image set in Horizontal Display below Range 0 1023 pixels 9HUWLFDO 0DUJLQ Moves the image up or down essentially by displacing it with the top margin amount you specify When adjusted as far as possible up or down the image aligns with the edge without loss or wrapping to the opposite edge Note that the...

Page 53: ... DSWXUH Determines what portion of the image is displayed vertically much like a zoom function The vertical capture setting represents the number of active lines present from top to bottom i e this value should match the vertical resolution of your current source in normal situations where you want to see the entire image Vertical Capture adjustments are most useful for tweaking default settings T...

Page 54: ...When displaying a new source the default Full Screen option is in effect NTSC PAL or SECAM images will automatically resize to fill the screen vertically HDTV wide screen images 16 9 will automatically resize to fill the screen horizontally in a 16 9 aspect ratio 1 86720µ 33 56 The Custom descriptor for the Preset option appears upon entering the Resizing menu even if one of the three presets is c...

Page 55: ...9 will be stretched vertically With the exception of HDTV 16 9 the Full Screen setting results in a 4 3 display If desired you can display a portion of your image full screen like a zoom reduce the Capture values as desired so that less of your image will appear then select full screen 6 7 1 0253 µ to display an entire wide screen anamorphic image in its native 16 9 aspect ratio The image will fil...

Page 56: ... and Other Controls above if you need help LJXUH 60441 HQV 6XEPHQX 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 changes Changes made to the Image Settings menu will be saved when you exit the menu press LW LJXUH 60451 PDJH 6HWWLQJV 0HQX RQWUDVW 6 257 87 XQF from presentation level Or us...

Page 57: ...g 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 its...

Page 58: ...parate 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 Custom...

Page 59: ...lors 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 p...

Page 60: ...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 This source requires an HDTV Input Module available as an option do not connect HDTV to Input 1 Contact your dealer or Electrohome 9 5 6 257 87 XQF from presentation level This option determines to what degree the project...

Page 61: ...GRAPHX 10K 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 is always 9600 baud 2 See 2 9 Serial Port Connections and Appendix D for more information about ...

Page 62: ... or All Vista If desired you can prohibit the projector from responding to a particular wired keypad protocol or you can ensure that the projector responds to either protocol default You can also prevent the projector from responding to the keypad entirely In the pull down list select one of the following protocols for the projector NOTES 1 VistaGRAPHX wired keypads are set at manufacture to Proto...

Page 63: ... channels from the KDQ key Choices are 1 digit entry 2 digit entry or a scrollable list of channels note that each channel to be included in the list must also be tagged in the In Menu checkbox in the Channel List menu DPS 3RZHU Adjust the amount of power applied to the lamp to alter light output on screen The range of adjustment is 1000 1800 watts A setting of 1800 the default applies 1800 watts ...

Page 64: ...ast projector in the chain should be terminated XWR 3RZHU 8S Enter a checkmark to enable the projector to automatically power up after a power failure Note that unsaved display adjustments may be lost QWHOOLJHQW HQV 6 VWHP Enter a checkmark to enable VistaGRAPHX Intelligent Lens System functions With any subsequent channel changes the projector will automatically return to the zoom focus and lens ...

Page 65: ...ed button on the main Status menu to record the serial number of the new lamp Using the arrow keys to navigate press QWHU on the keypad to select each number or character needed for the serial number Figure 3 18 When you are done select the Accept button to record the new number or press LW to cancel If you need help with this window see the Editing Text subsection earlier in this section LJXUH 60...

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Page 67: ...hen affect this projector exclusively until you press again and enter a different number or until you switch to broadcast mode below If you are using a wired remote keypad optional in a network of projectors make sure that the projector to which the keypad is connected has its Broadcast Keys option checked Press to bring up the editable box Enter the three digit number assigned to the projector yo...

Page 68: ...he signal cannot be displayed Such a condition occurs when only one of the two signals is present or when either signal is unstable or of the wrong frequency NOTE Bad Sync or No Signal errors must be resolved in order to eliminate the error message In the meantime press 0HQX to use the menu system other functions remain operational 6WDWXV V If the Status LED on the front of the projector repeatedl...

Page 69: ...ing and appears to have inexplicably failed gently push a very small screwdriver or pen point into the Hard Reset hole just to the right of the power LED This reset will switch the projector off note that the power LED turns to yellow to indicate standby mode Then press 3RZHU to turn the projector back on Previously unsaved settings will be lost ...

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Page 71: ...nt 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 ...

Page 72: ...are not replaced air flow may become restricted and cause the projector to overheat See 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter for the complete replacement procedure 51 1 8VH RQO 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 SRZHU FRUG VXSSOLHG1 R QRW DWWHPSW RSHUDWLRQ ...

Page 73: ...damaged Projector performance has deteriorated Do not attempt to service the projector yourself All servicing must be performed by a qualified Electrohome service technician If replacement parts are required it is important that 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 ...

Page 74: ...e lamp has been used press 0HQX and go to the Status menu Lamp Hours indicates the total number of hours the lamp has been used so far do not confuse this with the adjacent Lamp Counter which indicates only the number of hours logged during the current rental period NOTE As the lamp nears 1000 hours of use a lamp timer message can appear on screen to warn that the lamp is in need of replacement To...

Page 75: ...ide the 2 bottom spring fasteners firmly towards the center Then pull the fasteners towards you to lock in place 127 Pull firmly the springs are very stiff LJXUH 7051 DPS RRU Pull the door down from the top edge of the projector to fully open the door and reveal the internal lamp bracket and lamp assembly 5HPRYH ODPS EUDFNHW Loosen both bracket knobs Pull the bracket straight up lifting one end up...

Page 76: ...on freight collect for free shipping NOTE Your voluntary participation in this relamping program is strongly encouraged and helps ensure that Electrohome can continue to offer economical replacement lamps having the same warranty as new Once you have returned a used lamp you are entitled to the purchase of an economical re lamped lamp module QVHUW WKH QHZ ODPS DVVHPEO With the lamp lens facing the...

Page 77: ...VistaGRAPHX 10K Lamp Assembly and Filter Replacement Kit 10 17 6 0 1 725 for this projector and must be performed whenever the lamp module is replaced or moved 5HSODFH WKH ODPS GRRU See Figure 4 8 Insert the top edge of the lamp door under the projector top lid Swing the lid down into place and release the bottom spring fasteners Slide the fasteners firmly away from each other to lock into the pro...

Page 78: ...LOWHUV 51 1 RU VDIHW XVH ILOWHUV VXSSOLHG E OHFWURKRPH RQO 1 1HYHU RSHUDWH WKH SURMHFWRU ZLWKRXW WKH ILOWHUV LQVWDOOHG1 3RZHU XS WKH SURMHFWRU Plug in the projector and press 3RZHU to turn it on Allow the projector to warm up for about five minutes 5HVHW WKH ODPS WLPHU In the Status menu call up the Lamp Changed text box and enter the new lamp serial number see Section 3 Operation if you need help...

Page 79: ...where it enters the projector and slowly unscrew counter clockwise until the assembly is free from the projector Use both hands and take care not to touch the lens surface which is easily damaged Set aside NOTE To remove a motorized zoom lens loosen the 3 thumbscrews securing the zoom adapter collar to the lens zoom ring These screws are located around the perimeter of the collar Remove both the l...

Page 80: ...m lenses F Remove the lens cap Plug in the projector turn it on 3RZHU and allow a brief warm up G On the keypad press HQV or 0HQX to access the Lens menu Set the lens Zoom setting to 97 maximum See Figure 4 12 LJXUH 70451 6HW RRPµ WR H Face the front of the projector and manually turn the lens zoom ring counter clockwise as far as possible see Figure 4 13 Then turn clockwise very slightly about an...

Page 81: ...VHTXHQW RRP VHWWLQJV IURP SXVKLQJ WKH OHQV RXW RI WKH SURMHFWRU1 I Turn off and unplug the projector Gradually tighten the 3 thumbscrews equally taking care to keep the adapter collar and lens centered with one another Figure 4 14 The adapter collar should be securely attached to the lens zoom ring when you are done NOTE The adapter collar enables remote motorized zoom in the projector To adjust z...

Page 82: ...ss 3RZHU quickly and release and follow with 21 2 Are both LEDs ON at the front of the projector Check that the power cord is properly connected at the wall outlet 220 240 VAC 50 60 Hz nominal 3 Has the circuit breaker tripped to OFF If so switch the breaker back to ON and try 3RZHU again 4 Does the green Status LED flash with each key press If not VistaGRAPHX 10K is not receiving the keypad s IR ...

Page 83: ...V QRW111 1 The projector probably became overheated Allow to cool and make sure that nothing blocks projector vents Do not operate in environments warmer than 40 C 104 F 2 The lamp may have reached the end of its 1000 hour life Check the Lamp Hours entry in the Status menu Replace the lamp assembly as described in 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter 7KH GLVSOD LV MLWWHU RU XQVWDEOH111 1 If the displ...

Page 84: ...RQV RI WKH GLVSOD DUH FXW RII RU ZUDS WR WKH RSSRVLWH HGJH111 1 Reduce top bottom left or right blanking from within the Size Position menu 2 Horizontal vertical placement may need adjustment Adjust until entire image is visible and centered 7KH GLVSOD DSSHDUV FRPSUHVVHG RU VWUHWFKHG 1 The frequency of the pixel sampling clock is incorrect for the current source Adjust pixel tracking up or down LV...

Page 85: ...w distance Adjust as necessary in the Lens menu press HQV or move the projector 2 Is the projector lens surface parallel to the screen See 2 7 Leveling 7KH GLVSOD LV QRLV 111 1 Display adjustment may be required Adjust pixel tracking and phase 2 The video input may not be terminated Make sure the video input is terminated 75 6 If it is the last connection in a loop through chain the video input sh...

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Page 88: ...t 1 1 µsec 9LGHR RSWLRQDO Signal formats Composite CVBS S Video Y C Video standards NTSC PAL SECAM Input level Composite 1 0 Vp p 3db including sync tip Input level S Video 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 maximum 6 QF Input levels 0 5Vp p 5 0Vp p 5V offset Impedance 75 ohms Typ...

Page 89: ...dulated 336 kHz Number of batteries 4 Battery type AA 1 5 V Alkaline cells Battery life 1 year shelf 1 month continuous use Backlight LED array Size product only W x L x H incl handles 29 73 7 cm x 54 137 2 cm x 16 40 6 cm Size of shipping box W x L x H 40 101 6 cm x 63 160 cm x 32 81 3 cm Weight of product no lens 220 lb 100 kg Shipping weight 310 lb 149 kg C S A C22 2 950 M94 approved to U L 195...

Page 90: ...WD 5 3 43 User s Manual Warranty card 13 x 1 eye bolts for safety hoisting 4 Video Decoder Module RGB Input Module Wired Remote Keypad RGB Loop Through Module 2 Way Controller Composite S Video Module IR Remote Sensor Vista Digital Interface Alternate Throw Lenses HDTV Input Module Marquee Signal Switcher PC Analog Input Module 6WDQGDUG RPSRQHQWV ö 2SWLRQDO FFHVVRULHV ö ...

Page 91: ...equency range of the projector s video amplifier The speed at which serial communications travel from their origin The VistaGRAPHX 10K 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 brightnes...

Page 92: ...is more commonly called a serial digital 4 2 2 component video YCrCb signal Digital Micromirror Devices used in the VistaGRAPHX 10K for processing red green and blue color data An optional device in the projector that converts NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 4 PAL PAL N PAL M or SECAM to RGB video The sharpness of a display from a video source A type of rear projection screen which spreads the light striking it ...

Page 93: ...esenting 1 its switcher projector location and 2 its slot Signal sent from a source device to the projector A device such as VDI that accepts an input signal for display by the projector A method used by video tape players and some computers to double the vertical resolution without increasing the horizontal line rate If the resulting frame rate is too low the image may flicker depending on the im...

Page 94: ...m a source is displayed without the presence of a slidebar menu pull down list or error message For example if a help page is displayed the projector is not at presentation level The distance between the projector s front feet and the screen Also called Throw Distance The type of code format utilized by the remote keypad s For any remote VistaGRAPHX keypad the default protocol from manufacture is ...

Page 95: ...rimarily in France SECAM Sequential Couleur á Mémoire signals are similar in resolution and frequency to PAL signals The primary difference between the two standards is in the way color information is encoded A slidebar is a graphical display of an adjustable setting The numerical setting usually represents a percentage but can be a specific unit such as degrees Kelvin The device such as a compute...

Page 96: ... disk players and computers An optional device that converts NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 4 PAL PAL N PAL M or SECAM to RGB video A specific type of video signal such as NTSC PAL SECAM VistaGRAPHX 10K 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 ...

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Page 105: ...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 range of...

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Page 117: ...rst 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 10K 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...

Page 118: ...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 10K projector Marquee signal switcher or Marquee Case Power Supply The module re...

Page 119: ...tors for S Video signals RCA connectors for left and right channel audio inputs buffered loop through video outputs NOTE This interface is not a decoder Proper display of NTSC PAL OR SECAM signals requires that the VistaGRAPHX 10K includes a multi standard decoder The HDTV Input Module may be installed in a VistaGRAPHX 10K projector Marquee signal switcher or Marquee Case Power Supply The module r...

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Page 121: ...olt 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 10K input modules RGB Input RGB Loop Thru Composite S Video HDTV and PC Analog retaining clip to secure AC adapter non slip feet supplied with 110 or 220 volt AC adapter 0DUT...

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Page 123: ...3 17 Updating 3 21 Checkboxes Using 3 15 Color 3 29 Color Key 3 9 3 29 Color Temperature 3 29 5 1 Adjusting 3 30 Custom 3 30 Interpolated 3 30 Resetting to Default 3 30 Communication Cables 2 17 Contrast 3 28 Contrast Key 3 10 3 28 Contrast Ratio 5 1 Custom preset 3 26 D Detail 3 29 Detail Key 3 9 Digital Micromirror Device 1 2 Display Failure 4 12 Display Adjustments Manual 2 17 3 3 Display Probl...

Page 124: ...Remote 4 3 Description and Use 3 6 Failure 4 13 Specifications 5 3 Keypad Wired 3 34 Keystone 2 9 L Lamp Cleaning 4 3 Failure 4 13 Hours of Use 4 4 Recording serial number 3 37 Recycling 4 6 Replacement Procedure 4 4 Resetting timer 3 38 Specifications 5 3 Timer Message 3 36 Lamp Power Adjusting 3 35 Lamp Replacement Warning 4 2 Lamp Timer Resetting 4 8 Language 3 35 LCD Display 3 4 LED AC 3 4 LED...

Page 125: ...ion 1 1 5 1 RGB Connection 2 13 3 3 Frequencies 5 2 RS 232 1 1 2 18 2 19 2 20 2 21 3 33 3 39 5 2 Communication Cables 3 33 Software commands 3 39 RS 422 1 1 2 18 5 2 S Screen size 2 7 2 8 Screen Size 4 15 Screen Type 2 4 Serial Communication 2 17 Service 1 2 Service Requirements 4 3 Shutter 3 3 Shutter Key 3 11 Signal Type Checkbox 3 32 Slidebars Direct 3 15 3 21 Hidden 3 36 Using 3 14 Slot 3 19 S...

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