TECHNICAL MANUAL (Ver.2.0)

MULTI PROJECTION SYSTEM

RM-V1000NU

Caution

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe

practice which can result in personal injury

or property damage.

Notes:

???Pioneer will not be liable for any loss caused by defects of the parts supplied other than by Pio- neer.

???An damage during shipping will be compensated for only in the case where Pioneer's specific pack- ing materials for shipping are used.

???The guarantee of performance is applicable only when the assembly and adjustment described in this technical manual and the adjustment de- scribed by the system manual of RM-V2000 have been carried out.

???Specifications and design subject to possible modification without notice, due to improve- ments.

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PIONEER RM-V1000NU

MANUAL.

This Acrobat (IE: a PDF file) version of the Pioneer RM-V1000NU manual was made from the original digital document and scanning an existing manual. Because of this, there are many less then perfect pages and hand written comments.

As Pioneer is constantly working towards providing the best possible documentation for our products, there may be an improved version of this document available. Please contact your Pioneer representative for additional information.

Josh Kairoff

Pioneer New Media Technology.

October 27, 1997.

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CHAPTER 1. FEATURES OF RM-V1000NU

1. FEATURES OF SYSTEM

??Large screen with little reflection.

The new tinted screen improves the screen contrast and vertical angle of view. Since reflection of external light has also been reduced, viewers feel no visual discomfort even in brightly lit event halls and showrooms.

??Use in bright places

Realizing a high-luminance of 420ft-L for the screen brightness, it can be used adequately in lobbies and open spaces with external light.

??Ultra-thin mullion (approx. 4mm) when combined.

Joint width of about 4 mm even when joined. Thinner and more easy-to-view than before, the problem of missing images and characters has been resolved to a large extent.

??Improvement of adjusting method

???The convergence adjusting system has been changed form analog to digital. By adopting the 25-point ad- justing method (point convergence), adjustment is now even more easy and precise.

???By adding the linear white circuit, the white balance can be adjusted more precisely.

??Equipped with function to set high picture quality of magnified images and maximum sense of oneness of the screens.

???Although peripheral light is given adequate luminance to construct the multi-screen, the multi switch is loaded to realize a huge screen with more consistent brightness by the peripheral light compensation cir- cuit. It is also equipped with a function which performs contour correction during enlargement of images to provide natural and high quality enlarged images.

???The incorporated auto white balance function and ABL (auto brightness limiter) link function control incon- sistencies of color and brightness between the screens.

??Wired remote control (RU-V107/Optional) for adjustments.

When setting the multi image system, adjustments of convergence, white balance, etc. can be performed using the wired remote control unit while watching the images on the screen.

??Space-saving slim design with depth of 93 cm.

??Built-in 1-input 4-screen magnification multi video processor.

Built-in multi video processor allows 100-inch magnification screen with one system. Optional 24 to 35 kHz variable scan board RMD-V3020 can be mounted.

??Split-up design enables the unit to be carried and assembled easily.

3-part separate structure composed of unit R, unit L, and screen allows the unit to be carried easily.

??Reasonable price while providing outstanding features

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FEATURES OF PROJECTION CUBE SYSTEM

??Convergence memory

Apart from the standard values set at shipment, up to 3 kinds of data can be memorized for the adjusting value.

??Convenient ???color mode selection switch??? for camera-reexposure.

A convenient ???color mode selection switch??? which can set two types of white balance data is provided. For example, when using the system as a monitor for reexposing in broadcast station studios, etc., images ex-

posed using the camera according to the lighting of the studio will come out with unnatural colors. By setting the temperature of one color to 4500??K, natural color reproductions can be realized by one-touch operation.

??On-screen function

In addition to adjusting values, various data to set up conditions, can be displayed on the screen.

??External control function

Equipped with RS-232C external control terminal. Adjustments can be carried out using a personal computer. Various image display function is available. Transmission of control signals to each multi projection unit can be carried out by a daisy chain connected by a control cable (DIN6pin/accessory) for linking the combination terminal. No need for complicated connections. By providing IDs to each multi projection unit, each multi projection unit can be adjusted individually even after the system has been started up.

??Each multi projection unit displays clear and high picture quality images for both NTSC and PAL inputs.

Note:

The built-in multi video processor can be used only for NTSC inputs. It can be made usable for PAL inputs if

options are added. For more information, contact Pioneer.

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CHAPTER 2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.SPECIFICATIONS OF PRODUCT

(1)General Unit Specifications

Dimensions

1 Multi projection system

* Amplifier speaker (Not incorporated)

Each size includes the height of the head of at- taching screws of the screen and ornamental board, etc.

( ) indicates the size excluding the height of the head of the attaching screws.

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Control Panel

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

(3) Multi Video Processor (Referred to MVP below)

Input signal

Input video signal (NTSC) Note 1

1-line ............................................. BNC terminal (One RGB input system can be added with addition of optional RGB board)

1 Composite video signal

SYNC priority order

H.V > C SYNC > Green (Sync on Green) RS-232C control input 25-pin D-SUB

Output signal

*1 and 2 signal formats are output simulta- neously.

Note 1: The built-in multi video processor can be made usable for RGB and PAL inputs if options are added. For more information, contact Pioneer.

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

MVP Panel

1POWER switch (Power)

Used to turn on/off the MVP power.

2Reset button

System reset button. When this switch is pressed, the system sets into the manual mode and operates in the modes of the switches set on the panel.

3EXT/INT switch

Normally, this is set to the INT side so that the MVP operates in the free-run mode for video in- puts.

Leave it at the INT side unless when using the MVP for special uses such as locking the MVP to the video input.

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OUTPUT

VOUT1 VOUT3

~

VOUT2 VOUT4

!

@

ON

1

OFF

POWER

4NTSC/RGB switch

Select whether to set the NTSC input or RGB in- put to 4-screen magnification.

It is set to the NTSC side at shipment.

*When switching the switch, press the reset button after switching.

*The RGB input is an option.

5RGB input vertical filter on/off switch

Vertical filter on/off switch of optional RGB in- puts. If the top and bottom of the RGB input im- age do not fit inside the output screen, turn on this switch.

At shipment, it is set to off.

6VIDEO/YC switch

Switch to set whether to input VIDEO or YC into

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

7MODE switch

Used to select the video output mode.

Output Mode Switch Contents

*1

Standard speed horizontal frequency 15.734 kHz Double speed horizontal frequency 31.468 kHz

*2

The switch is set to 8 at shipment. Normally, use in the range from 8 to A.

Press the reset button when switching the mode.

8Baud rate switch

Used to select the RS-232C (For controlling

9RS-232C connector

For controlling MVP

0 RGB video input terminal (Optional)

Optional RGB input terminal.

- NTSC video input terminal

NTSC input terminal

VBS .. Y signal input terminal of composite video or Y/C separation signal

C ....... C input terminal of Y/C separation signal

= to @ Video output terminals 1 to 4

4-screen magnification video output.

The signals correspond as follows.

(Front View)

Baud rate set by switches No. 5 and 6.

* At shipment, 3, 5, and 8 are ON.

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

(4) Adjustment Control Unit (RU-V107) Option

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POWER D?????

ADJUSTMENT CONTROL UNIT

RU-V107

0

187

Cable length : 5m

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(Fig.2-7)

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CHAPTER 3. INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

1. INSTALLATION CONDITIONS

(1) Weight-tolerant

The ground must be flat and horizontal. It should be able to bear the weight of the system.

For wooden floors, if the part receiving the weight of the system lies at the center between the reinforcement beams below the floor, the floor may become deformed or may curve inwards. In such cases, lay a more than 12 mm thick board below the system to distribute the weight of the system on the floor.

For concrete floors, it may not be possible to install the system horizontally due to the roughness of the floor. In such cases, do the same as above.

After installation, adjust and secure with the floor leveler.

Floor leveler

(2) Height to ceiling

??Leave about 30 cm between the top of the system and ceiling. Take note that if there are air-conditioner vents or lights at the top, problems caused by dusts, temperature, humidity, and water drop may result. If adequate space cannot be provided on the left and right sides, and at the back of the system, and the system is be installed directly onto the wall, heat can only be discharged from the top. In such cases, be sure to provide vents for discharging heat. Also observe the temperature and humidity conditions in (7).

(3) Front Space

??Finger and hand prints form easily on the face of the screen. Therefore make sure viewers cannot touch it directly.

Leave workspace in front for replacing the screen.

(4) Rear Space

??At least 5 cm of space is required at the back of the system. However, leave more than 1 m at the back as working space for the maintenance of the MPJ and MVP.

(5) Installation work for securing system

??After installation, always lower the floor levelers to prevent the system from turning over.

This system is also provided with holes to hook wires for preventing it from turning over. To prevent the system from turning over, it is recommended that it be secured to the floor or wall.

??The method of securing to floors and walls differ according to their materials. Always have a construction specialist or Pioneer dealer perform the procedure for you.

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(6) Installation work for mounting on

rack

??Blocking the front and back will cause heat to ac- cumulate, which may result in malfunctions.

??Use a rack which can bear the weight of the sys- tem.

??Take measures to ensure that the system does not turn over. Always have experienced techni- cians or your dealer implement these measures.

(7)Temperature and Humidity Conditions

??Closely observe the following conditions on the temperature and humidity of the location of installation.

??The lenticular sheet will stretch and consequently the center of the screen will rise if the humidity is relatively high. In this case, the focus may slightly change and therefore readjustments in the installing conditions of the location must be performed when your system arrives.

??Avoid wetting the system at all times. Due to the shape of the product, it is easily affected by external condi- tions. Especially to be avoided is wetting the MPJ and screen. Thorough water-proof measures must be taken when installing them in locations where there is a high level of moisture in the air such as near air-condition- ing vents and water sprays.

*Take note that in new buildings, moisture is frequently produced from the concrete and the humidity level subsequently rises.

??Electrical equipment such as this system generally should not be installed in high humidity environments. Follow the precautions below when high humidity is expected.

??? Never install the MPJ and screen in locations that do not meet their respective specifications.

??? Ground the units.

??? Ensure that there is no condensation.

??? Install the units where no one can touch them.

??? Ensure that water droplets do not fall onto the units.

(8) Condensation

One problem that occurs in the winter season is ???Condensation???. When the temperature of the room in which this system is installed rises suddenly, condensation occurs on the screen and lens, thereby the system cannot display its best performance. In such cases, turn off the power once, leave the system off for one hour, and turn on the power again. Increasing the room temperature gradually is another method.

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

(9) Angle of view and appropriate view range

Vertical Visible Angle

(Fig.3-1)

Horizontal Visible Angle

(Fig.3-2)

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

(10)Lighting

??Although reflection by external light as seen on CRTs will not occur with this projection screen, reflection may result when strong light such as spot light is directed at the screen. Therefore, make sure that the screens are not exposed to direct spotlight.

??For certain installation location conditions, a glass sheet may have to be attached to the screen surface. In this case, as there will be reflection by external light, consider the installation position, etc. carefully.

??As the actual intended images of the system may not be obtained in very bright locations, consider the posi- tion of lighting and direction of sunlight when installing the system. Especially when the system is exposed to direct light (sunlight, etc.) from behind, the light may be reflected on the screen. Avoid such installations.

??Take note that in bright places, images may appear dark even when the luminance has been increased. In addition, increasing the luminance and contrast more than required may affect the life of the system (espe- cially the CRT).

(11)Effects of Earth Magnetism

??Due to effects of earth magnetism, the position of the image displayed will differ according to the installed direction. Difference is about several mm in the up/down/left/right directions, but the degree of change varies according to the strength of the earth magnetism of each area. Misconvergence may also occur due to slight rotations.

Therefore, when performing adjustments before bringing the system into the installing location. Perform the adjustments in the same direction and angle as installation, perform adjustments again at the final location decided.

??If the system is used at a fixed position, adjust it at the final position used.

??The system is not only affected by earth magnetism but by the following magnetisms generated by various items in its surrounding as well.

??? Steel frame of building

??? Power cables on the floor

??? Large speaker systems

??? Special equipment (Those generating magnetic force)

??? Metallic installation table, frames, etc.

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

(12) Power Supply

1Power supply voltage

The guaranteed voltage of this system is ??10% of the rated voltage.

But if the impedance of the power wires is high, the voltage waveform will become distorted and show the same symptoms as when voltage drops abnormally. As the following must be noted even if the voltage is within the allowable range, check the power wiring again.

??The voltage drop from the switchboard to this system is great.

??The voltage changes greatly when the power of the system is turned on and off (Roughly 5% of the rated voltage)

2 Power capacity and connection

This system is provided with one AC INLET each for units R and L. Referring to the current capacity below, connect a switchboard with sufficient capacity for the left and right lines separately (the current increases when the voltage drops).

When connecting the same line (same switchboard) to other devices, take note of the power consumption of the other devices and make sure that the capacity of the switchboard is not exceeded.

3Outlet Plug

The power supply cable of this system is provided with a outlet plug with grounding (2E) to prevent electric hazards caused by current leakage.

Be sure to connect the plug to the outlet with grounding (2E).

4Leak Breaker

The system is incorporated with the power line filter to reduce noise. For this reason, a leaked current of 2.0 mA may flow through unit R (including MVP) and 1.0 mA through unit L (no MVP). If a current leakage breaker is provided, check that the sensitivity current is above the total current leakage of the system.

Also calculate each unit such as image transmission unit, etc. as 0.5 mA.

Be sure to connect directly to the power supply on the cabinet panel to prevent voltage drop, deformation of the current waveform, and noise inductance.

It is extremely dangerous to supply power from existing wall outlets, etc.

Install the system near the outlet for connecting the units of the system as much as possible. Set the current capacity slightly greater-about more than 25% of the total consumption power.

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

(13) Cables Used

Use a coaxial cable for the external input cable. Normally use a 3C-2V for less than 15m long. Use 5C-2V for greater lengths. Adjust the length of the cables. The distance between the transmission system and MPJ should be as short as possible. When the distance is great, consider the thickness of the cable and electrical compensa- tion carefully.

The limit is as shown when using the cables to connect the transmission final output terminal and the system. 3C-2V: 15m

5C-2V: 30m

To use a longer cable, the VIDEO signal must be corrected.

(14) Semi-outdoor Installation

This system is basically designed for use indoors. When the system is installed in semi-outdoor locations, the following problems may occur. Take the following measures before using the system.

???Waterproof and rustproof measures

???Temperature difference and humidity difference

???Light on the screen (So that it is not exposed to direct sunlight.)

???Wind containing salt

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2. INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

(1) Confirmation

1Decide the position for installing the system according to the installation conditions in Chapter 3.

Check Items

[1]Dimensions of installing position, space at the back, distance to the ceiling

[2]Floor flatness, strength, roughness

[3]Position of power supply

[4]Installing location

Need for protection for the floor, walls, etc. (support covers, sheets, cover boards, etc.), width of the areas and paths used for moving the system in and out, if elevators are used, its size and weight limit, etc.

[5]Position, specifications, and structure of a transmission equipment, and image type

[6]Model number of equipment used, and their quantity (perform according to list).

Check if there is enough equipment for each unit

*These procedures must be performed by only one person.

(2)Opening the Packaging

1Packaging specifications

2Opening the packaging

Open from the big ones first and put the small packagings inside the empty big packagings. Also dispose or store the packagings.

Do not mix up the opened items with those still in the packaging.

Move the empty packagings somewhere else so that they will not come in the way. Next, obtain an assembly space that is as wide as possible.

*Turn down the opened packagings upside down to differentiate them from those not opened. Do not lose accessories, the warranty card, etc.

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

3Unpacking

[1]Remove the top and side (the longer side) wood frames one by one.

[2]Remove the upper cover and side cover.

[3]Remove the unit from the frames.

[4]Remove the upper pad and mirror mat.

[5]Remove side pad, and top pad covering the unit.

Remove the tapes for transportation protection. (Six in each unit)

[6]While paying attention to the top and bottom of the unit, place the unit upright together with the under carton. (This should be done by more than 3 persons.)

[7]Remove the under carton.

[8]Remove the engine pads A and B, engine side pad, engine side pad F, bottom mirror pads A and B, top mirror pads A and B, mirror mat (3 each at the top and bottom), MVP pad, lens protector paper, and CRT cover. (Remove engine pads A and B using a cutter knife, etc.)

[9]Attach the Mickey bolt to pad A and the shield to top mirror pad A, and the other accessories to bottom mirror pad B.

Upper pad

Top pad

(Fig.3-3-1)

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[8]Top mirror pad B

Top mirror pad A

Bottom mirror pad A

Mirror corner pad

Bottom mirror pad B

Engine side pad F

Engine side pad

Engine pad A

MVP pad

Engine pad B

(Fig.3-3-2)

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

4Projection Screen

*Projection screen is double-packaged to maintain its performance. After removing the middle cover protect- ing its screen, make sure the screen does not get scratched or dirty.

[1]Remove the top cover.

[2]Remove the band securing the middle cover and remove the middle cover.

[3]Gently peel off the black tape pasted at the four sides of the screen.

*Be careful not to damage the lenticular sheet.

[4]Take out the screen unit from the box and stand it on a flat floor, paying attention to its top and bottom.

[5]Remove the eight screws for transportation (gold), four protection panels and white sheet at the back of the screen.

*The protection panel is attached with the transportation screws. Keep the removed panel if required. When storing the system, do not remove the outermost protection panel.

[6]When opening the packagings of several units first, after opening them, place them in a different place to protect them from damage, and place a sheet over them to protect them from dusts.

Middle cover

Top cover

Band

Right side

(Fig.3-4)

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

(3) Carrying the Units After Opening Packaging

1 Screen

To carry the screen unit after opening the packaging, hold them by the parts shown in the figure, and lift and move them.

(Lifted by one or two persons)

Hold the parts indicated by

(Fig. 3-5)

??Never drag the system along the floor when moving the units.

??The lenticular sheet damages very easily as it is very thin. Therefore move it gently and do not apply excessive shock or vibration to it.

??As the panels supporting the screen are very thin and deform easily, be careful that they do not hit or get hooked onto surrounding objects when moving them.

2 Unit

??When moving the unit, push the frame (square) without pushing the rear panel. Never push to the front or back.

??Do not move the system on casters on rough places such as tiles and bricks.

??Do not move the system after installation.

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3. PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION

Do not stack the units on their sides or backs when transporting them.

Always place them upright. If they are stacked on their sides or backs, vibration and shock may cause damage or fire hazards.

7Precautions on transportation of unit

??Because it damages easily when dropped, exposed to shock or vibrations, be careful not to place heavy objects on the unit nor drop it in transportations.

??Always place the unit on its side, never upright, in transportation.

??Do not place objects on the unit when storing it due to the simple packing.

7Precautions on transportation of projection screen

*As Projection screen must always be installed, it will not need to be re-packed and transported. Packaging instructions are provided for your reference just in case it has to be transported again.

??Pack it properly according to the packaging specifications (Fig.3-6). Also check the following conditions.

[1]The protection panel has been properly attached by the transportation screws (eight).

*Use the protection screws (gold) provided with the unit.

[2]The protection tapes are pasted to the four corners of the protection panels.

*Paste the protection tape on the protection panel.

*Use a relatively weak tape about 20 mm to 30 mm in width.

<Recommended Tape>

Top side

Right side

Bottom pad

Protection panels

Under carton

(Fig.3-6)

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??When transporting or storing the units in the packaged state, always face them up.

??The number of units that can be stacked in storage is 16.

??As the screen is at the top, be careful not to step, and place heavy objects on this top side, nor hit it with sharp objects.

<Note>

??Do not mistake the top and bottom of the screen unit. The side with the longer screw projecting out (side with transportation screw) is the top and the side with the 8 mm hole is the bottom.

??Before mounting the screen unit to this system, check that the transportation screw, protection panel, and black tape have been removed. (Do not remove the protection panel on the outer-most side when installing the system.)

??Also tighten the Mickey bolts used for connecting the unit and screen unit together using your hand. Tighten as firmly as possible.

??Put on gloves when stacking the screen units for protection and perform in twos.

??To prevent the lenticular sheet from damage, mount the screen unit gently and do not subject it to vibration and shock.

??When the screen units are stacked, the head of the panel fixing screws and 8 mm holes will engage. When stacking the upper screen unit, make sure that it does not brush the lower screen unit as it has panel screws projecting out.

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4. ASSEMBLING THE SYSTEM

(1)Assembling the system

[1]Before moving the system to where it is to be installed, insert three Mickey bolts into the main unit.

[2]Secure the shield and the shield S to unit L with the scrivet (six parts).

[3]Move units R and L to the place where the system is to be installed.

Move the units closely together, adjust so that the levels of their frames are equal using the floor leveler, and adjust the guide pins in front and back to the holes. (Four) Pay attention to the sides of the upper panel.

[4]Tighten units R and L using the hexagonal bolts (two in front and one at the back) containing the spring washers and washers.

[5]Mount one screen at a time from the bottom.

Place the screen on the front panel, and then while one person holds the screen in front so that it does not turn over, another person attaches the Mickey bolts from the back. (two parts)

[6]The screen should be mounted by two persons as above.

[7]Attach the scrivets at the left side (12 parts) and bottom side (16 parts) of the screen.

[8]Paste the logo sticker on the front panel.

[1][2] [3]

Mickey bolts

A

Screen

Scrivet

(for screen)

(Fig.3-7)

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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

(2)Inserting the Option Board (MVP)

[1]Remove the rear cover C (R) and rear cover C (L). (Six screws for each)

[2]Remove the UL cover A. (Six screws)

[3]Remove the UL cover C. (Two screws)

[4]Disconnect the MVP power cord.

[5]Disconnect the connector and remove the power supply. (Three screws)

[6]Remove the four screws in front of the MVP.

[7]Tilt the MVP slightly, and pull it out.

[1]

[4] [5]

Rear cover C (R)

Rear cover C (L)

[2] [3] [6] [7]

UL cover C

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[8]Remove the bonnet. (Fig. 3-8) 10 screws

[9]Remove the rear cover. (Fig. 3-9) 9 screws

Loosen the six screws (ABA-283).

[10]Push in the optional board completely inside the second rail from the right. (Fig. 3-10)

[11]Attach the rear cover. (Fig. 3-11) 11 screws

Tighten the six screws (ABA-283)

[12]Attach the bonnet. (Fig. 3-12) 10 screws

(Fig.3-10)

(Fig.3-8)

(Fig.3-11)

(Fig.3-9)

(Note)

To prevent damages of the optional board re- sulting from static electricity, touch the bon- net, etc. before touching the board to remove static electricity in the body.

(Fig.3-12)

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(3)Connection

Accessories

??Coaxial cable

Black

Orange

260 130

A B C D E F

Black Orange

??Linked cable 6P mini DIN cord

Connect as shown in Fig. 3-13 using the cable provided.

After connecting, secure with a cable clamp. (Fig. 3-14).

(Note)

When connecting the RS-232C communica- tion connector and remote control unit from the leftmost (as seen from the back), con- nect IN and OUT linking cables (cords with 6P mini DIN) the other way around.

Linking cable (Cord with 6P mini DIN)

(Fig.3-13)

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Examples of System

SW or selector, etc.

C.VIDEO To MVP input

RM-V1000NU/ RM-V1000NA

(2) Multi display

RS-232C

Switching of Displays

To C. VIDEO MPJ input

To C. VIDEO MPJ input

To C. VIDEO MPJ input

To C. VIDEO MPJ input

To C. VIDEO MVP input

RS-232C

Personal computer for control

5

5

MVP

To MPJ

5

5

To each MPJ

RGB input

2Set the MPJ input to C. VIDEO.

5.SPECIAL INSTALLATION

(1)Wall inset

??When fixing the screen into the wall, leave space at the top, bottom, left and right sides for attaching and removing the screen.

(2)Diagonal installation

??This system cannot be placed facing upwards or downwards and diagonally. Always place it horizontally.

(3)Architrave processing

15 mm

??When enclosing the screen with a frame, etc., add 15 mm to the dimensions of the assembled screen at the top, bot- tom, left, and right. (Fig.3-15)

??If light leaks from the rear space after constructions, place a blind plate over the rear.

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ADJUSTMENTS

(5) Equipment Required for Adjustments

The following are required for the adjustments performed during the set-up of MPJ.

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ADJUSTMENTS

(2) TV System

The TV system determines the control of the whole unit (convergence, OSD display select, video system select, deflection) according to the signal input.

Set it according to the signal input.

When TV SYSTEM is set to AUTO

??The mode is automatically set to NTSC or PAL according to the input signal (NTSC/PAL). When the TV SYSTEM is set to NTSC

??The mode is set to NTSC regardless of the input signal.

When the TV SYSTEM is set to PAL

??The mode is set to PAL regardless of the input signal.

[Precaution to use]

Normally, the TV SYSTEM is set to AUTO. If the signals cannot be differentiated between NTSC and PAL (or they are differentiated incorrectly : VCR signal repeatedly dubbed or part of CATV converter, etc.), the TV SYSTEM is set to NTSC or PAL according to the input signal.

When the input signal is NTSC or PAL, and the TV SYSTEM is set to NTSC or PAL, it can enable the input to be switched smoothly (little screen noises), and prevent signals from being differentiated incorrectly due to signal disturbances and cuts.

In some cases, even if the same TV format is used, more than two types of convergence data will be required. (For example, when there are signal phase differences for every input source, etc.) In such cases, use two types of memories. Switch them using the personal computer.

(Note)

The built-in multi video processor can be used only for NTSC inputs. It can be made usable for PAL inputs if options are added. For more information, contact Pioneer.

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(6) Giving IDs

IDs are used to differentiate the MPJs. When the units are given IDs, by connecting the ABL link cable, com- mands can be transmitted by specifying the ID, and it is possible to operate only MPJ corresponding to that ID by remote control operations.

(Note) The following IDs are provided at shipment.

The IDS is valid only when no ID has been given. It will be valid from MPJ nearest to the personal computer (remote control).

(Example)

4 screens (When providing IDs again using the personal computer after clearing all IDs set at shipment.)

By sending commands in this order, IDs can be given to each MPJ (connect ABL link cables as above example).

The characters that can be used for the IDs are 0 to 9 and A to F, and * (capital and small letters are not differen- tiated).

The * can be used in the following way.

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MAIN MENU
ADJ IN
MAIN MENU

ADJUSTMENTS

Using the Remote Control>

<Selecting the ID Using the Remote Control>

Select the screen to be adjusted using the remote control.

(Example) Select the ID at the bottom left side of the screen (ID=13)

as shown in the figure on the right.

At shipment

[5]Only the bottom left side of the screen shows the main menu. The other screens will set into the standby

??To return to the main menu after completing ID SELECT, press the key to keep the ID SELECT state. Pressing the key will also return to the main menu, but it also clear the ID SELECT state, making it necessary to repeat from step [1] again.

To select other screens, press the key to return to the main menu, and change the ID number set at step [4] above.

(Note) : When the wrong ID has been specified

Repeat the above steps [1] to [5]. Perform the same steps when an inappropriate ID (Example : ID=33, etc. in the above screen) has been input. In this case, all screens will set into the standby state.

<Precautions for Giving IDs using the Remote Control and Personal Computer>

Communication cannot be performed with units connected using the ABL link cable, after units whose IDs have been cleared. When the command ???** IDC??? shown in the figure on the previous page is performed, only the first unit can be controlled. Using the command ???11 IDS??? will enable the 2nd unit and onwards to be controlled.

When IDs are set as this, the unit connected next can be controlled.

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3. SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS

(1) Adjustment Flowchart

The following shows the order for performing the adjustments generally required in the setup of this system. For details, see the descriptions on the next page and later.

1 Give ID

???

2 Adjust the size of each screen

???

3 Adjust the convergence of each screen

???

4Adjust the joining of the screens

(Adjust the MVP. Refer to ???Appendix (MVP Manual)??? in Chapter 7 (page 103).)

???

5Check that there is no information missing and color deviation on the moving image.

If information is missing or color has deviated, return to 2 and readjust.

???

6 Adjust the white balance of each screen.

???

7 Adjust the ABL level

???

8Check the ABL level and white balance using the video actually transmitted.

If there is deviation, return to 6 and readjust

???

9 Adjust the color tone using the video actually transmitted.

???

0 Recheck 6 to 8

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(2) Convergence Adjustment Flowchart

1

Find the center of the screen

(P. 44)

2

(P. 44)

Input the adjustment signal

3Using only green, adjust the

5Adjust joining of peripheral screens

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(3) Convergence Adjustment Contents

1 Measurement of screen center

The center can be found easily by pasting threads in the spaces of the protection panels at the screen frame.

The & numbers correspond to the numbers in the flow-chart.

2 Adjustment signal input

(Note)

For the particulars about the FRAME No.,etc. of LD Test disc GGT1072,refer to the disc manual differently.

3 Center adjustment

Center

Set to only green and adjust the center with

V STATIC GH STATIC?? .

V STATIC

GH STATIC

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4 V SIZE, V LIN, H SIZE Adjustment

1 V SIZE adjustment

Set to only green, observe the top part of the screen , and adjust the data amount in the vertical direction us- ing V SIZE .

Do not observe the bottom part of the screen.

2 H SIZE adjustment

Set to only green, observe the right side of the screen , and adjust the data amount in the horizontal direction using H SIZE .

Do not observe the left side of the screen.

3 V SIZE, V LINEARITY, H SIZE, GH LINEARITY adjustment

Observe here

Observe here

Those familiar with the convergence adjustment can adjust the bottom part of the screen in addition to the top part of the screen using V SIZE and V LINEARITY . Also it can adjust the left side of the screen in addition to the right side of the screen using H?? SIZE and GH LINEARITY .

Reference Information

To adjust the NTSC input for horizontal 93% and vertical 92%, use the frame size screen of the LD test disc GGT1072 (frame No. 5941).

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Movement of screen by point convergence adjustment

Observe here

Use especially when adjusting the horizontal size of the left side of the screen?? .

In addition, there are nine other area adjustments. It is a convenience to adjust deviation of circumference screens.

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In adjustment step 5 , observe the external part of the screen, adjust the 16 adjusting points there, taking note of linearity in the peripheral area such as joining with other screens, crosshatch, etc.

(Ignore the distortion inside the screen.)

In adjustment step 6 , adjust the inside of the screen and produce linearity.

The following are examples of adjusting points in point convergence adjustments and their movements on the screen.

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Displayed OSD

Movement on screen

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Note

If only one point is moved greatly in the point convergence mode, it may not move in areas smaller than the desired adjusting area.

In this case, adjust while moving the other points slowly.

Does not move to the set position

5 2

4 1

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8 H BLK L and H BLK R Adjustments

H BLK L and H BLK R adjustments are performed to obtain the optimum convergence adjustment wave form when the display range changes due to changes in the H SIZE.

Video signal

Display range

Convergence a d j u s t m e n t wave form

Video signal

D i s p l a y range af- ter size changed

Convergence adjustment wave form

Convergence adjustment wave form

Color deviation

When size is increased with H BLK L and H BLK R not adjusted.

No color deviation

Image after H BLK L and H BLK R has been ad- justed.

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H BLK R Adjustment

Output all three colors R, G, B, observe the

?? right?? side?? of?? the?? screen , and adjust with H?? BLK?? R so that the color stops deviating.

RGB

Observe here

When H BLK R adjustment is not properly performed

H BLK L adjustment

RGB

Output all three colors R, G, B, observe the

left?? side?? of?? the?? screen , and adjust with H BLK L so that the color stops deviating.

Observe here

Note

There are points at which the screen does not move even through the H BLK L value changes. This is not a malfunction.

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When point A is lowered by point convergence, point B should not move.

Confirming the Optimum H BLK L Value

When point C is lowered by point convergence, point D should not move.

(Note)

Convergence can be adjusted even if the optimum values are slightly different from the above optimum values during adjustments.

But, if the screen changes markedly, re-adjust H BLK L or H BLK R, and adjust the convergence.

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5Rough Adjustments

Adjust R LOW, G LOW, and B LOW to the point where the CRT starts lighting up.

Adjust R HI, G HI, and B HI so that the CRT becomes white. First, adjust so that the brightness of R, G, and B becomes the same, and while maintaining that brightness, balance R, G, and B, and adjust so that the CRT becomes white.

Adjust R LOW, G LOW, and B LOW so that the CRT becomes gray.

Repeat (2) to (3) and converge the light. If the HI LIGHT of

R, G, and B is moved, their LOW LIGHT will change greatly. Therefore, pay special attention to the value of the

LOW LIGHT.

Amount of Hi UP

A m o u n t o f

Low DOWN

Hi UP

Low Down

Low Light starts to deviate

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6LINEAR WHITE adjustment

When white peak signals such as WINDOW are input, due to the characteristics of the Blue CRT, there is a tendency for the peak to become yellow compared to other colors. The linear white adjustment is performed to correct this tendency.

Blue becomes weak when data is set to UP and strong when set to DOWN. If Linear White is added excessively, the ABL voltage becomes unbalanced and the medium luminance of blue may be erased, etc.

Also make sure that the blue is not blur when MULTI ON is set because the top left and bottom left of the screen are affected first.

LINEAR WHITE becomes effective

LINEAR WHITE Down

7ABL GAIN adjustment (White 100%)

The ABL GAIN adjustment adjusts the white 100% luminance of a unit to other units after low luminance and medium luminance have been adjusted.

Normally, when white 100% is input, ABL is imposed and the current is controlled so that the current flowing in the CRT does not exceed a certain level. Even if the current flowing in the CRT of each unit is the same, the difference in the characteristics of each CRT will cause their luminance to become inconsistent. The ABL GAIN adjustment converges this inconsistency. It adjusts the ABL current flowing virtually.

In white 100% inputs, as the ABL works efficiently, the luminance drops, when the ABL GAIN of a unit with high luminance is decreased, use this adjustment to adjust its luminance to the other units.

Turn off the ABL in the adjustment. Normally set the ABL GAIN to maximum.

8ABL LEVEL adjustment (White 100%)

The ABL LEVEL adjustment controls the inconsistency of the ABL control voltage of each MPJ when ABL is on.

[1]Set the ABL of all MPJ to ON.

[2]Turn on and off the ABL of each unit to change the luminance.

[3]For MPJ whose luminance becomes dark when ABL is ON, turn UP the ABL level and set to the point where the luminance stops changing by turning on and off the ABL.

[4]For MPJ whose luminance does not change, turn DOWN the ABL level to the point just before the luminance becomes dark.

[5]Perform steps (2) to (4) for all the MPJ, change white from 0 to 100% and check that the ABL does not work abnormally.

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9 Adjustment Using Moving Images

The adjustment using images adjusts the overall joining of the screens by loading discs used by users (for actual perfor- mance) and discs always used for adjustments. View the overall screen and adjust the screen with the greatest difference to the other screens. The specific method is;at first, focus on the brightness, make the brightness the same, and correct the differences in R, G, and B. Pay the attention that changing the HI LIGHT value affects the balance of the LOW LIGHT consid- erably. Strictly speaking, as W/B deviation cannot be checked using moving images and W/B cannot be corrected just by performing fine adjustments, check using rough adjustments.

If the DEMONSTRATION-II LD can be used, correct the following points.

[1] Dark images (Almost black image:FRAME No. 32300 to 33200)

Check that the brightness of the screens appears the same.

Check that black is not blur or emphasized.

[2] Bright images (Almost white image:FRAME NO. 7400 to 8100)

Focus on where the brightness is the same, especially the white peak, and check in the same way as for dark images in (1).

[3] Skin color images (FRAME NO. 26900)

Check if the skin color of a face image is the same as in the other screens.

[4] Colored images (FRAME NO.19100)

Use when performing adjustments during VIDEO input or Y/C input. Adjust so that the colors of vegetables, fruits, etc. are of the same brightness and same depth.

If consistency cannot be adjusted with animated images, re-input the rough adjustment data and re-adjust.

*View the moving images. If a screen is darker than the others due to excessive ABL, increase the contrast and decrease the R, G, B High Light so that ABL is suppressed.

[5]White peak images (FRAME NO.08272)

Readjust the Linear White adjustment, if the whiteness on the white peak screen differed on each screen.

0Confirm the moving images

View the moving images. If W/B is incorrect, set to rough adjustment. If the luminance of the multi-screen is dark or inconsistent, set the ABL switch.

- Precautions

1 Avoid adjusting with images with high tube radiation (FRAME NO. 13590)

If only one spot is bright in a very dark image, the screen will look bright due to the spot.

2Precautions on screen hue

If the hue of the screens is green or yellow, images will not be displayed clearly. The white parts of bright images especially will appear yellow. These images can be made clear by adjusting so that they appear slightly bluish.

However, if made bluish excessively, brightness may appear insufficient due to the CRT characteristics.

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[4] <GWB> (GET W/B DATA)-White balance adjustment data is output.

(Note 1) Dummy when INPUT=RGB

(Note 2) No dependent on mode. (Has one data.)

(Note 3) Dummy when PAL signal is input. (INPUT=VIDEO or Y/C)

(Note 4) Dummy when COMBINATION=OFF (Data is output when COMBINATION=ON)

(Note 5) SHARPNESS data for OFF is output when MULTI=OFF, and SHARPNESS data for ON is output when MULTI=ON.

[5] <GUS> (GET CONV. USER DATA)=Deflection and convergence data memory area setting state is output.

5Memory area selected when INPUT=RGB & input signal=PAL (or other than NTSC, containing no

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[6] <GST> (GET STATUS)-Various setting states are output.

Example)TVA:Indicates TV SYSTEM=AUTO.

8Indicates the input discriminating result of TV SYSTEM=AUTO (Note 2) Example)NTS:Input discriminating result indicates NTSC.

9Deflection and convergence data memory area state (3 BYTE) (Note 1) US1:Indicates that CONV.MEMO-1 is selected.

US2:Indicates that CONV.MEMO-2 is selected. US3:Indicates that CONV.MEMO-3 is selected.

0OSD display, enable/disable setting state (3 BYTE)-Output in command name. Example)DIY:Indicates OSD display enabled.

-ETX (03H)

(Note 1) When INPUT=VIDEO or Y/C, the VIDEO or Y/C input setting is output. When INPUT=RGB, the RGB input setting is output.

(Note 2) If it does not TV SYSTEM=AUTO, mode will output the same state of 7 TV SYSTEM.

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3 Adjustment Examples

[1] Setting the ID

4) The ID input standby state will be set. Use the 0 to 9 and A

5)If several units are used, return to step 1) and set the ID of the next unit.

[2]Entering the adjustment mode of certain units only.

1)Enter the adjustment mode.

2) Check that all the screens display the adjustment mode. Press the 1

SELECT] of the main menu.

key to select [1. ID SET/CLEAR/

3) Another menu will be displayed. Press the 2 key to select [2. ID SELECT].

4)Input the ID of the unit to be adjusted.

5)Only the unit corresponding to the ID input will display the main menu. All other units will be in the standby state.

6)Perform the usual adjustments.

7)a) To continue adjusting the screen for which ID has been selected

Press the key to return to the main menu. b) Ending the adjustment mode

Press the key and return to the NORMAL OPERATION MODE. Note)

c)Adjusting another unit

Repeat the mentioned operation 1) to 7).

(Note) Even if a certain unit has timed-out and is shifting to the normal mode, be sure to perform one of the following steps a) or b) or c). If not, the unit for which ID SELECT has not been performed will remain in the standby state.

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ON/OFF
G ADJ
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[3]Adjusting the H SIZE

1)Enter the adjustment mode.

[4]Adjusting the green horizontal size (GH SIZE)

1)Enter the adjustment mode.

2) Press the key to select [4. CONVERGENCE ADJ] .

3) Press the key until the OSD display becomes [GH]. The following can be adjusted in the same way.

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[5]Adjusting the red point convergence

1)Enter the adjustment mode.

[6]Adjusting the red high light

1)Set the adjustment mode.

(Note 1) It is invalid for RGB input.

(Note 2) It is invalid for RGB and PAL input.

(Note 3) It is valid only at COMBINATION =ON.

[7]Turning on the peripheral light amount correction (MULTI)

1)Enter the adjustment mode.

3 key: Peripheral light amount correction (ON OFF)

4 key: Color mode (1 2)

5key : COMBINATION (ON OFF)

6key: VIDEO MUTE (ON OFF)

7 key : Baud rate selection ( 31200BPS 3 2400BPS 3 4800BPS 3 9600BPS 3 19200BPS )

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[8] To return the convergence and white balance adjustment data to that at shipment:

1) Set the adjustment mode.

Select [7. MEMORY READ/COPY]. 3) Select the number from the SUB MENU.

1key : The convergence and deflection adjustment data will return to that at shipment.

2key : The white balance adjustment data will return to that at shipment.

[9]To copy the convergence adjustment data between memories:

1)Set the adjustment mode.

Select [4. CONV. MEMORY COPY].

4)Select the copy pattern (keys 1 to 6).

5)If the copy pattern number is correct, press the be displayed again.)

If the copy pattern number is wrong, press the

[10]Resetting the setting

1)Set the adjustment mode.

2) Press the 7 key.

Select [7. MEMORY READ/COPY].

0 key within 5 seconds. (If not, the copy pattern will

MAIN MENU key and repeat from step 2 again.

The adjustments using the above settings can be performed very easily.

Example : When the baud rate of each MPJ is set to 2400 bps as they are not same.

??? To set the baud rate to 4800 bps, proceed onto step 7.

The adjustment is completed.

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4 Precautions Upon Use (Adjustment Control Unit)

??? Always release the adjustment mode with button and turn off the power with the POWER button

after adjustments and settings. All adjusted values and settings will be memorized.

???The remote control adjustment mode will automatically be exited in the following.

1.When no operations are performed for about 180 seconds.

2.When the rear panel switch is pressed

3.When the power is turned off

4.When the input signal is switched, the cable is disconnected, or the mode is switched : NTSCPAL. (However, in some cases, switching between PAL and no-signal may not exit the mode.)

???One MPJ cannot be adjusted using the remote control unit and personal computer simultaneously. If using the remote control unit after the personal computer adjustment mode has been started up, start up the remote control unit adjustment mode or turn off the power once.

???When operating several MPJ simultaneously, do not press the buttons quickly and continuously as some MPJ may not synchronize with the other MPJ.

???MPJ not assigned an ID cannot be operated using the remote control unit. To exit this state, perform one of

the following.

3.Turn off the power.

???The remote control signal is output to the next MPJ via the link terminal only when a certain ID is set to the MPJ. When operating several MPJ, set this ID to all the MPJ. Only MPJ connected with the link cable located after the MPJ to which the remote control unit is connected can be operated.

???Handle the wire carefully.

Warning for Use of Dry Batteries

7Using dry batteries incorrectly will result in battery liquid leakage, damage, etc. Take note of the follow- ing. (Also refer to precautions provided for dry batteries.)

??? Load the ??and ?? sides of the batteries correctly as shown on the battery case.

???Do not use old and new batteries together.

???Batteries of the same shape may have different voltages. Do not use different batteries together.

???When not using the unit for a long period of time (one month), remove the batteries to prevent battery liquid leakage.

If leakage occurs, wipe the liquid thoroughly and load new batteries.

???Do not charge, short-circuit, disassemble, nor throw into fire the dry batteries provided.

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7 Replacement of MPJ

Replacing the Top MPJ

[1]Remove rear cover A (four screws) and rear cover B (eight screws). (Fig. 5-1)

[2]Remove the mirror stay A (four screws) and remove the mirror. (Fig. 5-2) Handle the mirror with extreme care.

[3]Remove the engine support stay B (four screws) (Fig. 5-3) and remove the MPJ stopper (four screws) (Fig. 5- 4)

[4]Remove the styling of the wire connecting the mini signal section and lower the MPJ by more than 2 per- sons.

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Replacing the Bottom MPU

[1]Remove the rear cover B (eight screws) and rear cover C (six screws). (Fig. 5-5)

[2]Remove the mirror stay A (four screws) and engine support stay B (six screws) (Fig. 5-6) and remove the MPJ stopper (four screws) (Fig. 5-7).

[3]Remove the styling of the wire connecting the mini signal section and lower the MPJ by more than 2 per- sons.

Removing the Mini Signal Section

[1]Remove the bonnet (three screws). (Fig. 5-8)

[2]Remove the screws (four screws) while holding the mini signal section and pull it out (Fig. 5-9). Use a screw- driver of less than 15 cm.

Handle the wires with extreme care.

Mirror stay A

Engine support stay B

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7 Replacement of MVP

[1]Remove rear covers C (R) and (L). (6 screws)

[2]Remove the UL cover A. (6 screws)

[3]Remove the UL cover C. (2 screws)

[4]Disconnect the MVP power cord.

[5]Disconnect the connectors and remove the power supply. (3 screws)

[6]Remove the four screws in front of the MVP.

[7]Tilt the MVP slightly, and pull it out.

[1]

[4] [5]

Rear cover C (R)

Rear cover C (L)

[2] [3] [6] [7]

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7 Replacing the Screen

[1]Remove the panels at the top and right side of the screen unit to be replaced. (Remove 12 screws. )

The panels are made of polycarbonate. Adhesive double coated tapes are pasted to the frames. To remove the panel, pull it out carefully in the horizontal direction as much as possible and it will not deform.

[2]Peel off the black vinyl tape at the edges. The top and right sides of the screen will become free. Remove the screen by pulling in the top right direction. (fig. 5-10)

*The left side and bottom of the screen is fixed to the panel by adhesive double coated tape. The lenticular sheet can be removed relatively easily. The fresnel lens is fixed firmly and will not come off by just pulling in the top right direction. To remove, while pulling in the top right direction, remove it by opening it as if opening a door. (Fig. 5-11)

Position according to this part

[3]Re-paste the adhesive double coated tape on the panel. It can be peeled off easily by scratching it with your finger backwards. Then paste a new adhesive double coated tape according to the figure.

Approx. 10cm Approx. 10cm

(Fig. 5-12)

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3. PRECAUTIONS FOR ASSEMBLING AND MAINTENANCE

??Periodically clean the vent nets of the fan of MPJ to prevent it from clogging.

??In assemblies and maintenance, the service person must move in the cabinet. The following are precautions for this procedure.

[1]Do not place load on the screen.

(In the procedure, always place weight on the cabinet.)

[2]Be careful not to hit your head when moving the unit.

[3]Do not touch the lens.

[4]As changing the position of MPJ will change the convergence, do not touch MPJ.

Work carried out at high places is extremely hazardous. If tools, etc. are dropped, it will cause not only damage to the equipment but also injuries to men as well. Therefore work carefully.

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2. NOT MALFUNCTION

??In some cases, the screen from appear bluish when seen from the left and slightly reddish when seen from the right. This phenomenon called color shift is inevitable due to the structure of the projection system in which the R G, B tubes are lined up and light is projected from the rear.

??When bright images are displayed in the dark, the light reflected on the lens will shine in the darkness slightly. This phenomenon called tube-inside reflection is inevitable due to the structure of the projection whose CRT light has been expanded using the lens. (Fig. 6-1.)

Reflected light

(fig.6-1)

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APPENDIX (MVP manual)

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INTRODUCTION

The multi video processor (hereafter referred to as MVP below) is equipped with a serial interface conforming to RS-232C standards which can be connected to computers.

This manual is required when connecting the MVP to the external computer and controlling adjustments and performance.

This manual describes the methods of using the RS-232C interface, command protocols, and basic functions and commands of the MVP.

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CONNECTION WITH MVP EXTERNAL COMPUTER

??? Refer to Chapter 4.(P.69) ???External Control by MPJ RS-232C??? for how to adjust the MPJ.

??Use a RS-232C straight cable.

??Refer to the following diagram for connections.

??MVP RS-232C Settings

<MVP RS-232C Pin Layout>

1

14

13 25

* Pins 5 and 6 are short-circuited inside. Pins not shown in the diagram are NC.

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During this time, the panel switch state will be ignored.

Take note that switch settings and operations will not correspond in this mode.

This mode can be changed to the manual mode according to the commands.

For details, refer to the RMT and MNL commands.

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5.Adjustment Mode

??NTSC Input Board Adjustment Mode:

Mode in which the adjustment commands of the NTSC input board can be executed. (Adjustment items of the output board can be executed when desired)

To end the adjustment mode, input AJN.

Operation mode

Power ON

Normal mode

!

@hAJYB

Operation mode NTSC input board adjustment mode

AJN

??Option RGB board adjustment mode:

Mode which enables communication with the optional RGB board (RMD-V3020).

In this mode, only the RGB board adjustment command is accepted. The operations of each switch on the front panel are not accepted.

In particular, when Mode switches are operated, the video output will be disrupted. Set the switches properly after ending the communication mode.

Operation mode

:A Sets into the communication (adjustment) mode with the RGB board. : Ends the RGB board adjustment mode.

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VIDEO OUTPUT MODE OF MVP

??The video output formats set by the mode switches are as shown in the following table. (At shipment, the mode switch value is set to ???8???.)

(Note)

MPJ inputs can only be set to the standard speed. Double-speed playback cannot be performed.

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ADJUSTMENT FUNCTIONS

MVP enables the input and output boards to be adjusted and set by connecting the external computer. The following are items which can be set.

(1)MVP settings

???For adjusting the picture frame (output image position) (Coarse adjustments:Refer to &P, &Q command, fine adjustment:&G command), and correcting the joinings of the magnified screen.

(2)NTSC input board setting

???Bright adjustment (Refer to BRT command)

???Color correction (Refer to COL command)

???Tint adjustment (Refer to TNT command)

(3)Option RGB board (When optional board RMD-V3020 is used)

???For adjusting the screen display position (Refer to HPS, VPS, HWN, VWN, HWD, VWD commands) Sets the variable scan board position to the correct position on the screen.

???Tracking adjustment (Refer to TRK command)

For correcting lateral vibration of displayed characters, shaking, and tracking noises.

???Full dot number adjustment (Refer to HFD command)

For correcting vertical bit lines of displayed characters and pictures with high resolution. (Normally, the full dot number need not be changed.)

???Blanking frame bright adjustment (Refer to BKL command)

For setting the luminance level of the blanking frame for decreasing burning when there are blanking frames in the surrounding area.

Take note that of the effective display range of the PC screen and blanking frame position are not accurate, this adjustment will on the contrary have negative effects.

???Vertical filter conversion rate setting (Refer to LCV command) For correcting the aspect ratio, etc.

However, the vertical resolution deteriorates according to the compensation rate.

???RGB gain adjustment (Refer to RGN, GGN, and BGN commands)

???R???Y, B???Y clamp level adjustment (Refer to RLV, BLV commands)

???Contrast adjustment (Refer to CNT command)

???Bright adjustment (Refer to BRT command)

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PICTURE FRAME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE

Adjust the MVP picture frame as follows.

(1) Connect the RS-232C cable to the MVP panel.

(Refer to (P.105) ???Connection with MVP EXTERNAL COMPUTER???.)

(2) Initialize the picture frame data in RAM.

ex. &L0 (Refer to &L command.)

(3) Set to the magnified screen to be adjusted.

ex. M11B22 (Refer to the M command, @ command.) (@9 )

(4) Perform coarse adjustment of the picture frame.

ex. &P21 ++?????? (Refer to the &P command.)

(5) Perform fine adjustment of the picture frame.

ex. &G0 LLRU (Refer to the &G command.)

(6)Repeat steps (4) and (5) for every position on the screen.

(7)Save the adjustment data in the EEPROM.

ex. &W1 (Refer to the &W command.)

COMMAND REFERENCE

To Shift to the Operation Mode [! command]

Input: !

Explanation: By executing this command when the power is on, various commands can be executed.

To Set Different Screens for Adjusting Convergence [DFFB command]

Input: DFFB

Explanation: ??? By executing this command, the NTSC input image will be displayed on a single 1x1 display.

???Use the crosshatch, etc. for NTSC input images.

???For details of the convergence adjustment, refer to the MPJ adjustment manual.

(To return the 4-screen magnified display)

???The NTSC input image will be 4-screen magnified displayed with the input of 9. (Refer to @ command (P.112))

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To Set the System Back to 4-screen Magnification [@ command]

Explanation: ??? For setting the system back to 4-screen magnification after convergence adjustment, etc.

???Used also when the normal 4-screen magnification output cannot be obtained due to incorrect operations, etc.

@8 ................... (Sets 4-screen magnification of the optional RGB input) @9 ................... (Sets the 4-screen magnification of the NTSC input)

Picture Frame Adjustment

To Perform Fine Adjustment of the Picture Frame [&G command]

Input: &Gh

Explanation: ??? Performs fine adjustments of the picture frame of the screen specified by the parameter h value. h : VOUT output No. (0 to 3)

The parameter h value is as shown in the following figure when viewed from the front.

0 1

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???Picture frame fine adjustment command. If the picture frame moves considerable, first perform coarse adjustments of the picture frame using the &P2 command and &Q2 command. (Refer to page 113.)

When &Gh is executed, the following is shown on the computer display.

&G3 (Bottom right screen of 4-screen)

+F ???F: The horizontal and vertical adjustment values are output at the +F and ???F positions.

: Input the following commands after .

0 : To reset the picture frame fine adjustment data

L : To move the screen to the left

R : To move the screen to the right

U : To move the screen up

D : To move the screen down : Ends the adjustment mode

???Note: For details of the picture frame adjustment procedure, refer to ???Picture Frame Adjustment Procedure???.

???Note: To end the adjustment, be sure to input .

If is not input, commands input thereafter may not be executed.

??? Note: If the power is cut in this state, the new screen start position data will not be saved. To save the data, execute &W1 . (Refer to the &W command.)

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To Perform Coarse Adjustments of the Picture Frame [&P2, &Q2 commands]

Input: &P2d2h1h2h3, &Q2d2h1h2h3

Explanation: &P2 command: Horizontal direction &Q2 command: Vertical direction

d2 : Screen position (1 to 2)

h1h2h3 : crew start position data (&P2:000 to 1C5, &Q2:000 to 20A)

Although the data is an absolute value, the relative value with the current data can also be speci- fied.

??? Input: &P2d2 +, &P2d2 ???

&Q2d2 +, &Q2d2 ???

d2 : Screen position (1 to 2)

+: Left direction (horizontal), and up direction (vertical) looking at the screen.

???: Right direction (horizontal), and down direction (vertical) looking at the screen.

???The screen start position is the position of the screen actually displayed in respect to the magni- fied image.

Position displayed on the screen

Magnified image

???This command is used for the coarse adjustment of the picture frame when the adjustment range is exceeded with the &G command.

???The data shift amount is greater than the &G command.

???Execute &W0 to initialize. (Refer to &W command.)

???Note: For details of the picture frame adjustment procedure, refer to ''Picture Frame Adjustment Procedure".

???Note: To end the adjustment, be sure to input .

If is not input, commands input thereafter may not be executed.

??? Note: If the power is cut in this state, the new screen start position data will not be saved. To save the data, execute &W1 . (Refer to the &W command.)

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To Store the Picture Frame Data [&W command]

Input : &W0, &W1

Explanation :&W0 : Sets the saved values to the settings at shipment. (Load data using the &L command.)

&W1 : Saves the value adjusted.

???The parameters saved by the &W command are as follows.

???Picture frame data (Data changed by the &G command.)

???Screen start position data (Data changed by the &P2 command and &Q2 command.)

???Note : When this command is executed, the setting will be saved even if the power is turned off. Therefore, all precious settings will be erased.

To Load the Picture Frame Data [&L command]

Input : &L0, &L1

Explanation :&L0 : Loads the picture frame data set at shipment on the RAM.

&L1 : Loads the picture frame data saved at the end on the RAM. (Data when power is turned on)

???The parameters loaded by the &L command are as follows.

???Picture frame data (Data changed by the &G command.)

???Screen start position data (Data changed by the &P2 command and &Q2 command.)

???Use this command to reference the adjustment data temporarily.

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To Switch the Image Input [IFF command]

Input: IFFa

Explanation: Switches to display by NTSC input 4-screen magnification or 4-screen magnification by the op- tional RGB input.

a : Video input (A or B)

A: Optional RGB input board

B: NTSC input board

Example)

RGB

Parsonal computer

MVP

LD

VIDEO

RGB

Personal computer

LD

???Refer to the @ command (page 112) if the normal 4-screen magnification cannnot be set due to incorrect operations.

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To Indicate the Current MVP State [SYS command]

*1 : Program version information

*2 : ID No. selection switch setting

*3 : Mode switch setting

*4 : Input video switch setting

(8 : 4-screen magnification by optional RGB input board)

(9 : 4-screen magnification by NTSC input board) *5 : GEN LOCK internal and external displays

GEN LOCK INTERNAL : Internal sync

GEN LOCK EXTERNAL : External sync

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To Perform NTSC Input Board Picture Quality Adjustment

To Set the Adjustment Mode [AJYB command]

To Exit the Adjustment Mode [AJN command]

Input: AJYB , AJN

Explanation: AJYB command AJN command

:Sets the NTSC input board to the adjustment mode.

:Exists the adjustment mode.

???When adjusting the NTSC input board, the adjustment command will be ignored if AJYB is not executed.

???To set the optional RGB board to the adjustment mode, use the :A command. (Refer to pages 121 and on- wards.)

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Bright Compensation [BRT command]

Input: BRTd

Explanation: Corrects the brightness of the NTSC input board.

???To execute this command, it is necessary to set the adjustment mode by AJYB. (Refer to the AJYB command.)

???The changed value will be memorized the last.

*Sub command mode of BRT command

The sub command mode is set by BRT . (Example) BRT3

*

* indicates the current value.

Input + and ??? at the cursor position. Always input (CR) to end.

Color Compensation [COL command]

???To execute this command, it is necessary to set the adjustment mode by AJYB. (Refer to the AJYB command.)

???If data input is skipped, the sub command input mode is set after the data is displayed. COL sub command mode

The COL sub command mode is set by COL .

(Example) COL

***

*** indicates the current value.

Input the following sub command at the cursor position. Always input (CR) to end.

0 to 255 : Ends the sub command mode after a number has been input. +, ??? : Increases/decreases the data by one step.

UP1 to 9, 0 : Increases the current data by 1 to 10 steps. DW1 to 9, 0 : Decreases the current data by 1 to 10 steps.

RES : Defaults the adjustment value (factory setting). : Ends the sub command input mode.

???The changed value will be memorized the last.

(Example) COL UP0 : Increases the color compensation value by 10 steps.

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Tint Adjustment [TNT command]

Input : TNTd1d2d3

Explanation: Corrects the tint of the NTSC input board.

???To execute this command, it is necessary to set the adjustment mode by AJYB. (Refer to the AJYB command.)

???If data input is skipped, the sub command input mode is set after the data is displayed. The sub command mode is the same as with the COL command.

???The changed value is memorized the last.

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Controls the Panel Switch Function

To Set the Manual Mode [MNL command]

To Set the Remote Mode [RMT command]

The manual mode is set at POWER ON (or RESET button).

??? Remote mode : Mode in which the above switching setting are selected via the RS-232C line. In this case, the above switch states are ignored.

The settings which can be switched by the remote mode are as follows.

???External sync, internal sync switching Refer to the EXT and INT commands

???Optional RGB board FILTER ON/OFF switching

Refer to the DSY and DSN commands (RMD-V3020)

???V IN (Composite video/YC separate) switching Refer to the CIB and YIB commands.

???V OUT output format (MODE) switching Refer to NT, NTR, NTD commands.

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To Set Internal Sync [INT command]

Input : INT

Explanation :??? Forcibly sets internal sync.

???This command is executed in the remote mode.

It is ignored in the manual mode. (Refer to the RMT command.)

To Set External Sync [EXT command]

Input : EXT

Explanation :??? Forcibly sets external sync.

However, if the GEN LOCK able signal is not input to the GEN LOCK IN (reference input) terminal, external sync will not be set.

???This command is executed in the remote mode.

It is ignored in the manual mode. (Refer to the RMT command.)

To Select Composite Video Input [CIB command]

Input : CIB

Explanation :??? Select the composite video input of NTSC input board.

???This command is executed in the remote mode.

It is ignored in the manual mode. (Refer to the RMT command.)

To Select YC Separation Input [YIB command]

Input : YIB

Explanation :??? Selects the Y/C separation input of the NTSC input board.

???This command is executed in the remote mode.

It is ignored in the manual mode. (Refer to the RMT command.)

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To Set the Output to the NTSC Mode [NT command]

To Set the Output to Standard RGB Mode [NTR command]

To Set the Output to the Double-speed RGB Mode [NTD command]

Explanation : ??? NT : Sets the NTSC input mode.

H: 15.734 kHz

V: 59.94 Hz

Composite video, Y/C output

???NTR : Sets the standard speed RGB mode.

H: 15.734 kHz

V: 59.94 Hz

???NTD : Sets the double-speed RGB mode.

H: 31.469 kHz

V: 59.94 Hz

???This command is executed in the remote mode.

It is ignored in the manual mode. (Refer to the RMT command.)

(Note)

This multi projection unit can be inputted at normal speed.

Optional RGB Board Adjustment Mode Setting [:A command]

Input : :A

Explanation : ??? Used to adjust the optional RGB board (RMD-V3020).

???To end the adjustment mode, omit the parameter and input :.

???For details of adjustments, refer to ???RMD-V3020 Command Reference??? on the following pages.

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RMD-V3020 COMMAND REFERENCE

Outline of RMD-V3020

???Introduction

The RMD-V3020 is an input board (hereafter referred to as VS board) which supports variable scanning for inputting images of computer (hereafter referred to as PC) to the MVP.

???Basic functions

With the VS board, standard PC signal information is preset in the memory. When the PC signal is input to the MVP, the images are automatically output in the best state through this board after the model has been discriminated. (For details of the preset models, refer to the M commands of the VS board described later.)

Although non-preset models must also be adjusted using general data, images can be output temporarily and these models are compatible with recent PCs, accelerator boards with various resolutions. (Refer to Mode 99 described later.)

Automatic detection cannot be performed but a user-presetable area for 31 models is provided. This enables the data of unknown models to be registered and used in the same way as preset model data.

???Precautions in use

In some cases, problems may occur when communication is carried out with the MVP at 2400 bps in the adjustment of the VS board, etc.

???VS board adjustment mode

In the communication state with the MVP, the VS board adjustment mode can be set by inputting :A.

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VS Board Command Rules

0.Symbols

aaa : Command consisting of 3 alphabet letters

ddd: Basic commands : Decimals between 0 to 255 consisting of 1 to 3 digits. Can start with 0. Exceptional commands : Depends on each command.

xxx : Special data. UP0 to UP9, UPF, DW0 to DW9, DWF, RES.

hh : 2-character hexadecimals between 00 and FF.

1.Basic Commands

???Executed commands

aaa : Executes and ends.

ARS, DSN, DSX, DSY, FZN, FZY

???Displayed commands

aaa: Displays and ends. FRQ, TBL, STS, VER

???Numerical commands

aaa: Displays and sets sub command state.

aaaddd : Performs immediate settings, displays, and sets sub command state.

aaaxxx : Performs special settings, displays, and sets sub command state.

TRK, RGN, GGN, BGN, CNT, RLV, BLV, BRT, BKL, HPS, VPS, HWN, VWN, HWD, VWD, HFD

???Sub commands

ddd : Performs immediate settings, and displays.

xxx : Performs special settings, and displays.

+ : Performs UP1 special settings and updates display.

???: Performs DW1 special settings and updates display.

: Ends sub command state.

Other commands can be input even if the sub command state has not been ended. In this time, the sub command input mode will be canceled automatically.

???Errors

When aaa contains an error, the ???COMMAND ERROR??? state is set and the current value is displayed. When ddd contains characters other than 0 to 9, or is outside the 0 to 255 range, the ???DATA ERROR??? state is set and the current value is displayed. When xxx contains an error, the ???DATA ERROR??? state is set and the current value is displayed.

When an error occurs in the sub command state, the ???SUB COMMAND ERROR??? state is set and the current value is displayed.

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2. Exceptional Commands

??? Model data commands

When the hh model data does not exist, ???**NO DATA**??? is displayed. When hh contains characters other than 0 to 9, a to f, and A to F, ???DATA ERROR??? is set.

??? Frequency commands

In the case of frequency commands, both the integer and decimal of ddd.ddd must be decimal 3 digit num- bers. Numbers between 000.000 to 999.999 can be input.

When d is a character other than 09, when the number of digits is wrong, or the decimal point is at the wrong place, ???DATA ERROR??? is set, and the current model determination frequency is displayed.

??? Line conversion command

In the case of line conversion commands, dddd must be a decimal 4 digit number, and the first two digits must be 0015 and the last two must be above 00 and below the first two digits. If d is a character other than 09, or the number of digits is wrong, ???DATA ERROR??? is set, and the current line number conversion rate is displayed. Both 0000 and 0101 are not convertible.

??? Line number command

In the case of the line number command, ddd must be a decimal 3 digit number. Numbers between 000 and 999 can be input.

When d is a character other than 09, or when the number of digits is wrong, ??????DATA ERROR??? is set, and the current line number is displayed.

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Tracking Adjustment [TRK command]

Input : TRKd1d2d3

Explanation: ??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

??? Eliminates lateral vibration of displayed characters, shaking, and noises.

TRK adjustment

???A vertical line pattern in which the black and white lines change every dot as shown below is the ideal for adjustments.

Contrast Adjustment [CNT command]

Input : CNTd1d2d3

Explanation: ??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

???Use this command to adjust the contrast.

???Use this command to adjust so that the contrast of the images produced by the MVP matches the contrast of the actual images of the computer.

???Tracking may deviate in some cases when CNT adjustment is performed after TRK adjustment. After adjusting CNT, adjust TRK.

R, G, B Gain Adjustment [RGN, GGN, BGN commands]

Input : RGNd1d2d3, GGNd1d2d3, BGNd1d2d3

Explanation: ??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

???GGN : Green gain adjustment

RGN : Red gain adjustment

BGN : Blue gain adjustment

???Use this command to adjust so that the white balance of the images produced by the MVP matches the white balance of the actual images of the computer.

???Tracking may deviate in some cases when gain adjustment is performed after TRK adjustment. After adjusting gain, adjust TRK.

Bright Adjustment [BRT command]

Input : BRTd1d2d3

Explanation :??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

???Use this command to adjust the bright.

???Use this command to adjust so that the bright of the images produced by the MVP matches the bright of the actual images of the computer.

???Tracking may deviate in some cases when bright adjustment is performed after TRK adjustment. After adjusting bright, adjust TRK.

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B, R Clamp Adjustment [BLV, RLV commands]

Input : BLVd1d2d3, RLVd1d2d3

Explanation :??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

???Use this command to adjust so that the white balance of the low light side of the images pro- duced by the MVP matches that of the actual images of the computer.

???Tracking may deviate in some cases when clamp level adjustment is performed after TRK adjust- ment. After adjusting the clamp level, adjust TRK.

Blanking Window Level Adjustment [BLK command]

Input : BLKd1d2d3

Explanation :??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

???Adjusts the bright level of the blanking window.

???Use to adjust the VS board picture frame and prevent burning.

???Adjust the blanking window position and width using HWN, HWD, VWN, and VWD.

Horizontal, Vertical Direction Screen Display Position Adjustment

[HPS, VPS commands]

Input : HPSd1d2d3, VPSd1d2d3

Explanation :??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

However, the blanking window does not move and only the screen inside the window moves. The moving range of the screen is not limited to the blanking window.

Monitor frame

Blanking window (Does not move)

A A

PC image

Figure: Example of HPS Command Execution

(Note)

HPS, HWN, and HWD are commands to change reading and writing timings of the image memory, and are mutually correlated. For this reason, Each of these three commands has a limited value without varying the 0 to 255 range.

VPS, VWN, and VWD are also the same.

When the above command become the limited values, the image blinks three times.

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Horizontal, Vertical Blanking Window Position Adjustment

[HWN, VWN commands]

Input : HWNd1d2d3, VWNd1d2d3

Explanation :??? d1d2d3 :Compensation data 0 to 254

???HWN :Adjusts the H blanking window position. VWN :Adjusts the V blanking window position.

However, the picture inside the blanking window also moves.

HWN, VWN adjustments

Figure: Example of HWN, VWN Command Adjustment

(Note)

HPS, HWN, and HWD are commands to change reading and writing timings of the image memory, and are mutually correlated. For this reason, Each of these three commands has a limited value without varying the 0 to 255 range.

VPS, VWN, and VWD are also the same.

When the above command become the limited values, the image blinks three times.

Horizontal, Vertical Blanking Window Width Adjustment [HWD, VWD commands]

Input : HWDd1d2d3, VWDd1d2d3

Explanation :??? d1d2d3 : Compensation data 0 to 254

???The pedestal of the video signal is masked by blanking which can adjust the bright level.

???HWD : Adjusts the H blanking window width.

VWD : Adjusts the V blanking window width.

PC image

A A AA A A

HWD adjustment

Figure: Example of HWD Execution

(Note)

HPS, HWN, and HWD are commands to change reading and writing timings of the image memory, and are mutually correlated. For this reason, Each of these three commands has a limited value without varying the 0 to 255 range.

VPS, VWN, and VWD are also the same.

When the above command become the limited values, the image blinks three times.

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Full Dot Number Compensation [HFD command]

Input : HFDddd

Explanation :??? d1d2d3:Compensation data 0 to 254

???Corrects the preset sampling clock.

???Vertical bit lines can be erased by executing the HFD command.

???The HFD and HPS data are correlated and have limited values.

Bit lines

Figure: Bit Lines which can be Erased by HFD Execution

Freeze Frame Y:ON N:OFF [FZY, FZN commands]

Input : FZY, FZN

Explanation :??? Continuously outputs the image the moment the FZY is executed. This is canceled by FZN.

???Whether the state is FZY or FZN can be determined by executing the STS command.

???Do not perform position adjustments in the FZY state.

Vertical Filter ON, OFF [DSY, DSN, DSX commands]

Input : DSY, DSN, DSX

Explanation :??? Converts the vertical line number so that the computer images can be displayed fully on the monitor.

???The conversion rate preset by the LCV command can be changed. (Refer to LCV command.)

???Whether the state is DSY or DSN can be determined by executing the STS command.

DSY

DSN

Figure: Example of DSY and DSN Executions (MAC 6-5 Conversion Example)

??? The DSX is a command which makes the V.FIL switch on the rear of the MVP effective.

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Vertical Compression Filter Conversion Rate Input [LCV command]

Input : LCVd1d2d3d4

Explanation :??? d1d2=00 to 15 (Add 0 before all numbers below 9) Vertical direction rate before conversion

???d3d4=00 to 15 (Add 0 before all numbers below 9) Vertical direction rate after conversion Due to the use of a compression filter, the condition is d d > d d .

=1 2 3 4

Both LCV0000 and LCV0101 are not convertible.

???Directly changes the vertical filter conversion rate of the data table of the model using the VS board currently.

???When the conversion rate is changed for DSY, the image compressed by the new conversion rate will be output.

Program ROM Version Display [VER command]

Input : VER

Explanation :??? Indicates the version of the program ROM mounted in the current VS board. (Example)

: VER

PROGRAM VERSION=BXY1004-X VX.XX 199X.XX.XX

To Indicate the Current Function Setting [STS command]

Input : STS

Explanation : ??? Displays the model data No., selected state (auto or forced), vertical filter ON, OFF, and freeze ON, OFF selected by the VS board currently.

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To Select Preset Model [M command]

Input : Mh1h2

Explanation :??? Refer to ???VS Board Model Selection??? described later for the VS board model selection.

???Forcible locks the model data preset. Model data No.

09 NEC PC9801 (640 x 400 mode)

10

This model data can be locked only using the M command.

The data range which can be preset by the user is 28 to 58. 28 to 58 contains the VGA data (same as 01) at shipment.

Refer to Mode 99 mentioned later for details of model No. 99.

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Model Fresh [F command]

This model data can be locked only using the M command.

The data range which can be preset by the user is 28 to 58. 28 to 58 contains the VGA data (same as 01) at shipment.

Refer to Mode 99 mentioned later for details of model No. 99.

Measurement Data Display [FRQ command]

Input : FRQ

Explanation : ??? Displays the horizontal frequency, vertical frequency, and full line number of the personal com- puter connected to the MVP currently. Use as reference when inputting the data of models whose details are unknown.

(Example) : FRQ

fH=24 kHz, fV=56.4 Hz, 1V=440 LINE.

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The relative address and data are as follows.

However, relative addresses 20 to 3F are the system reservation range.

Note 1 : For example, taking the PC98 table on the previous page as an example, as the relative addresses 01, 02, and 03 contain data 02, 48, and 30, the PC98 horizontal frequency setting value is 24.83 kHz.

Note 2 : FF when the method is not limited.

Note 3 : FF when the polarity is not limited.

Note 4 : If the relative address data is: 65 : Indicates 6-5 conversion A7 : Indicates 10-7 conversion.

Horizontal Frequency Input [HFQ command]

Input : HFQd1d2d3.d4d5d6

Explanation :??? Directly changes the horizontal frequency of the model data table used for the VS board cur- rently.

???Input the frequency using 6-digit decimal numbers. When data input is omitted, the horizontal frequency on the current model data table is displayed.

???Refer to ???Using Methods of HFQ, VFQ, VLN??? described later on the using methods.

(Example)

HFQ035.123Input 35.123 kHz (Take note to input 0 at first.)

Although numbers outside the horizontal frequency specification range (24.0 kHz to 35.0 kHz) range of this board can be input, they cannot be used as preset data.

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Vertical Frequency Input [VFQ command]

Input : VFQd1d2d3.d4d5d6

Explanation :??? Directly changes the horizontal frequency of the model data table used for the VS board cur- rently.

???Input the frequency using 6-digit decimal numbers. When data input is omitted, the vertical fre- quency on the current model data table is displayed.

Although numbers outside the vertical specification range (55.0 kHz to 72.0 kHz) range of this board can be input, they cannot be used as preset data.

???Refer to ???Using Methods of HFQ, VFQ, VLN??? described later on the using methods.

(Example)

VFQ060.123 Input 60.123 kHz (Take note to input 0 at first.)

Vertical Full-line Input [VLN command]

Input : VLNd1d2d3

Explanation :??? 3-digit decimal numbers between 000 to 999 can be input for ddd.

???Directly changes the vertical full line number of the model data table used for the VS board currently.

???Refer to ???Using Methods of HFQ, VFQ, VLN??? described later on the using methods.

All Reset [ARS command]

Input : ARS

Explanation :??? Sets back the adjustment data, etc. memorized by the VS board to the shipment values.

???As all the data registered by the user are set back to the initial values, use this command care- fully.

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MODE 99

The VS board contains preset data for autolocking 9 computer main models at shipment.

However, looking at the recent PC market is taken into consideration, it is not possible to incorporate preset data in all models due to the diversification of manufacturers, models, and graphic mode, etc.

For this reason, the variable scan board has been forcibly locked to the mode called model data 99 for personal computers without preset data in order to output the personal computer screen to the monitor. Consequently, it can deal with many of the 24 kHz to 35 kHz personal computers (the upper limit for the dot clock is 35 MHz).

However, this model No. 99 has several restrictions in order to deal with numerous personal computers.

???When the HFD command to change the sampling clock exceeds 35 MHz, the image may become blur. Use 99 without moving HFD as much as possible.

???At the point the personal computer locked to model No. 99, dusts may appear at the top and bottom as shown in the figure.

Dusts appearing at the top and bottom.

In this case, mask the dusts using VWN, VPS, and

VWD.

???The RGB board is the upper limit at which the dot clock 35 MHz ensures performance. The following is a simple calculation method of the dot clock.

Dot clock (Hz)=Effective dot number x Horizontal frequency (Hz) x 1.35

???Use Mode 99 to output images temporarily. When used, it is recommended that the user preset area (No. 28 to 58) be changed and used after checking the frequency, etc. using FRQ command.

???The G ON SYNC model is not locked in the Mode 99.

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VS BOARD MODEL SELECTION

Lock preset model data

using M command.

Frame, color adjustment

When using the Mode 99 data as it is.

Description

With the VS board, first the input PC frequency and full line number are measured. Next, if there are preset models which have three matching measuring data, it is determined that these models are connected and they are set into the autolock state.

In the autolock state, 01 AUTO is displayed by the STS command.

If there exists no preset model data corresponding to the measuring data, all models are autolocked to Mode 99. (Refer to ???MODE 99???.)

Take note that there are DOS/V personal computers which have 640 effective dot number and 480 effective line number but a different full line number (526 or 524) from the standard VGA 525. In this case, their models are autolocked to Mode 99.

As the frequency is close to the VGA, when the VS board is forcible locked to the VGA by M01 and data is output, the image frame, etc. will be optimum. In this way, the M command is used when using the preset data as substitute data.

USING METHODS OF HFQ, VFQ, VLN

There is a need to autolock unpreset models without using the Mode 99 accoridng to the state in which the VS board is used.

The procedure is as follows.

1.Input a PC without the preset data.

2.Autolock to 99.

3.Check the frequency and full line number using the FRQ command.

4.Forcible lock using the M command to the model with a similar frequency.

5.Input the checked data using HFQ, VFQ, and VLN.

6.Execute M00 and check that it has been auto locked.

Unpreset models can also be autolocked using the above procedure. To set back the original state, use the F command.

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SELECTING THE SYNC SIGNAL

When adjusting the VS board, care must be taken regarding the relation of the priority order of the sync signal.

Order of selecting the sync signal

The priority order for selecting the sync signal of the VS board is

Separate sync > composite sync > Green on sync.

However, if the sync signal of a certain method is selected once according to the connection and power ON/ OFF order, even if sync signals with a higher priority order than that sync signal are connected later, sync selection will not be switched.

In this case, however, the priority order will be selected again when the power of the converter is turned on again.

Frame for Sync Signal

The horizontal frame values are saved according to the sync signal currently selected.

For this reason, the horizontal frame may deviate according to the type of sync signal even with the same computer.

(Example)

When models with both the composite sync and green on sync are connected (Frequently with Macintosh)

1Connect cables G, B, R, and CS in this order with the power of the input personal computer and converter on. The green on sync is selected.

2After connecting the cable with the power of the input personal computer on, turn on the power of the converter. The composite sync will be selected.

When frame adjustment is carried out in the 1 state, 2 state is set when the power is turned on the next time, meaning that the frame deviates.

It is necessary to set state 2 at all times so that the same sync signal is selected during both adjustments and use.

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<CUBE Adjustment>

1. Preparations

1 Set whether to perform the adjustments using the remote control or personal computer.

2Check the TV SYSTEM setting.

Check the convergence memory and white balance memory used for the adjustments.

3 Check and set the STATUS.

MULTI ON/OFF, COMBINATION ON/OFF, ABL link switch settings (3-levels). 4 Recording the settings in the memory.

1Set the ID to each CUBE.

(Note) The following IDs are provided at shipment.

ID=11 ID=12

ID=13 ID=14

4. Adjusting The Screen

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