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1. Introduction
1.1 About This Manual
Target Audience
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Textual and Graphic Conventions
Text Conventions
Graphic Conventions
1.2 Using This Manual
1.3 Description, Features and Benefits
Key Features and Benefits
Parts List
Optional Accessories
2. Controls and Functions
2.1 VX-8d at a Glance
Figure 2-1 . VX-8d Front/Bottom/Side/Top Views
2.2 VX-8d Rear Panel
Figure 2-2 . VX-8d Rear Panel
2.3 DHD Controller Front Panel
Figure 2-3 . DHD Controller Front Panel
2.4 DHD Controller Rear Panel
Figure 2-4 . DHD Controller Rear Panel
Outputs
Inputs
2.5 VX-8d Remote Control Unit
Figure 2-5 . DHD Controller/VX-8d Remote Control
3. Installation
3.1 Remote Control
Notes on Batteries
Notes on Remote Control Operation
3.2 Quick Setup
Table 3-1 . Installation Overview
3.3 Installation Considerations
Installation Type
Table 3-2 . Projector Installation Options
Ambient Light
Throw Distance
Figure 3-1 . Estimating Throw Distance
Table 3-3 . VX-8d Lens Options and Throw Ratios
Vertical and Horizontal Position
Figure 3-2 . Projector Placement
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift
Figure 3-3 . Vertical Lens Shift (EXAMPLE ONLY)
Figure 3-4 . Horizontal Lens Shift (EXAMPLE ONLY)
Vertical Lens Shift
Horizontal Lens Shift
Folded Optics
Figure 3-5 . Folded Optics
Audio/Video Synchronization Issues
Table 3-4 . Possible Audio Latency for Various Input Timings
Other Considerations
3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount
Installing the AutoScope Lens Motor (VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope)
Figure 3-6 . VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly - Exploded View
Remove Projector Front Feet
Install Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands
Figure 3-7 . Installing the Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands
Install Lens Motor
Figure 3-8 . AutoScope Lens Motor Installation
Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (VX-8d/CineWide)
Figure 3-9 . VX-8d/CineWide with Anamorphic Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Rails - Exploded View
3.5 Mounting the VX-8d
Floor Mounting (Upright)
Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)
Adjusting the Projection Angle
3.6 Connections to the VX-8d and DHD Controller
Connector Panel Access
Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-8d
Digital Video Connection
Figure 3-10 . Connecting the VX-8d to the DHD Controller
RS-232 Connection
Figure 3-11 . RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the VX-8d
Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller
HDMI Source Connections
Figure 3-12 . HDMI Source Connections
Component Video Source Connections
Figure 3-13 . Component Video Source Connections
RGBHV Source Connections
Figure 3-14 . RGBHV Source Connections
SCART RGBS Source Connections
Figure 3-15 . SCART RGBS Source Connections
Composite and S-Video Source Connections
Figure 3-16 . S-Video and Composite Video Source Connections
RS-232 Controller Connection
Figure 3-17 . RS-232 Control System Connection
Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment
Figure 3-18 . Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs
Connecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD Controller
Figure 3-19 . External IR Receiver Connection
Connecting to AC Power
Projector/DHD Controller
AutoScope Lens Motor
3.7 Turning on the Power
3.8 Primary Lens Adjustments
Focus
Zoom
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift
3.9 Adjusting the Picture Orientation
3.10 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens
Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment
Figure 3-20 . Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View
Figure 3-21 . Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring
Configure Lens Motor Trigger
Adjusting the Horizontal (X) Lens Position
Adjusting the Height (Y)
Adjusting the Pitch (Angle)
Adjusting the Yaw
Geometry
Focus
4. Operation
4.1 Using the On-Screen Menus
Figure 4-1 . DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-8d
Main Menu
Input Source
Aspect Ratio
Table 4-1 . Aspect Ratio Settings
Picture
Brightness
Figure 4-2 . Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness
Contrast
Figure 4-3 . Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast
Color Saturation
Figure 4-4 . Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint
Tint
Sharpness
Figure 4-5 . Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness
Noise Filter
Input Position
Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Overscan/Overscan Mode
Figure 4-6 . Overscan Modes
Phase (RGB, Component or SCART sources)
Tracking (RGB, Component or SCART sources)
Memory Presets
Information
Signal / System
Field Service / Manufacturing
Calibration
Display Color
Figure 4-7 . CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram
Table 4-2 . Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color Points
Input Image
Input Color
Save ISF Night/Save ISF Day
Copy/Paste
Output Shift
Splash Configure
OSD Position
Service
Test Video
Input Names
Remote Control
Display Device - Configure
Color Space
Color Gamut
Table 4-3 . x/y Color Gamut Values
Triggers
Miscellaneous
Sync Threshold
HDMI EDID Extension
Front Panel Brightness
System Reset
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
5.1 Lamp Replacement
5.2 Troubleshooting Tips
Table 5-1 . Troubleshooting Chart
6. External Control
6.1 Serial Communications
RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration
Serial Command Syntax
Table 6-1 . Serial Commands
6.2 Using Discrete IR Codes
IR Command Protocol
Figure 6-1 . RC5 Message Format
IR Command List
Table 6-2 . RC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller
7. Specifications
7.1 VX-8d Specifications
Table 7-1 . VX-8d Specifications
7.2 DHD Controller Specifications
Table 7-2 . DHD Controller Specifications
7.3 VX-8d Dimensions
Figure 7-1 . VX-8d Dimensions (with Optional Ceiling Mount)
7.4 VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions
Figure 7-2 . VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions (with Optional Ceiling Mount)
7.5 VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions
Figure 7-3 . VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions
7.6 Supported Timings
Table 7-3 . Supported Signal Timings by Input