Vidikron Model 85 User Manual

Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Vision 85 installation process. The sections following 
this one provide detailed instructions. 

 

1

Choose a location for the projector

2

If installing a Vision 85/CineWide or Vision 85/CineWide 
with AutoScope: Install fixed CineWide base plate or 
AutoScope lens motor (optional)

3

Mount the projector

4

Connect the VHD Controller to the projector

5

Connect signal sources to the VHD Controller

6

Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional)

7

Connect other home theater components to 12-volt trigger 
outputs (optional)

8

Connect the projector, VHD Controller and AutoScope lens 
motor (if present) to power and turn on the system

9

For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select the 
proper picture orientation 

10

Primary lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom), 
position (shift) and focus

11

Install CineWide anamorphic lens (optional)

12

CineWide lens adjustments: position, pitch (angle), geometry 
and focus

13

Projector calibration – Analog 1080i and 
lower-resolution signals: 
Adjust the following for Component SD input; save settings 
when finished:
• Aspect ratio
• Brightness
• Contrast
• Color level
• Tint
• Input position

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14

Repeat Step 13 for S-Video 1, S-Video 2, Composite Video, 
HD1 and HD2 inputs