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DLP Technology
Texas instruments DLP technology has caused a small
revolution in the home cinema world, which will continue with
the introduction of the HD2+ chip incorporated in the VP-
12S3. Accompanied
with a 200W SHP
lamp assembly a 20%
improved brightness is
realised. The 16:9 panel
has got substantial
advantage over the 4:3
panel especially for
handling widescreen
sources. Not only for
the film originated
materials, TV is also moving towards 16:9 aspect ratio with
HDTV in the scope. One of the clear advantages of the 16:9
panel is that it is free from the 'Halo Effect' which caused by
4:3 DMD panel when it is projecting other than 4:3 image.
Faroudja Processing
In the VP-12S3, Marantz still uses the best in video processing,
by means of a three Faroudja chipsets. From this Grammy
Award winning company in the VP-12S3 utilises the FLI2000
video decoder, which
has a famous comb
filter with cross-colour
suppression and two
lines Time Base
Corrector for composite
sources. It also has the
FLI 2200 DCDi
chipset for state-of-the-
art, new motion
adaptive deinterlacing
without introducing motion artifacts and jagged edges, specially
suited for its handling of video based material. Finally, it also
uses the FLI2220 enhancement circuit. This circuit provides
edge and detail enhancement without the deleterious side
effects. These chipsets have been chosen for their 10-bit
processing of video images as well as their incredible flexibility.
Suffice to say that the VP-12S3 has the best video processing
available today in an all-in-one product.A 2 to 3 pull-down progressive scan circuit with advanced edit
detection is used for the film originated source. Whatever the
format of input signal, 702 x 480 interlaced, 1280 x 720
progressive, or 1920 x 1080 interlaced HDTV formats, it will
be scaled to the native 1280 x 720 rate defined by the DMD
panel in the VP-12S3.
Minolta's Optics
Custom made optics by Minolta, long know for its camara and
lenses for both professional and consumer markets, ensure to
project best quality out from DLP projection. The VP-2S3 is
featured with a custom
ground and coated 14-
element lens, specially
designed with two
elementary things in
mind: contrast and
image quality.
The VP-12S3 produces
a vivid, accurate, and
fine detailed images
that can even be
enjoyed in rooms that have less than ideal lighting control.
The optical path is completely sealed from dust and smoke that
exist in a typical home environment. For usage in a larger room
a long throw lens is optional. This enables positioning in the
back which will result in less fan noise and visual intrusion.
Large color wheel
The six segment, 98mm color wheel spins five times faster than
the field rate of NTSC and six times faster on PAL source .
Together with new internal masking technology, it creates flicker
free images from a
normal video source to
the highest HDTV
source.
Technological glossary:
-– Displays PAL progressive and HD sources with breathtaking
sharpness, detail and contrast.
-– Award winning video processing technologies, delivering
stunning video performance for all video sources (component,
S-video and composite).
-– Reliable, highly accurate lens for the best edge to edge
linearity and image quality.
-– Highly accurate, faithfull color reproduction and unparallelled
color saturation.
-– Adaptation to personal taste, environment and sources enable
you to have reference home theater video quality under all
circumstances, including flexibility in installation
-– Superior low noise operation characteristics
-– Zero light spill and the convenience of not having to replace
filters
-– For optional placement behind the viewer in larger rooms,
resulting in further loss of fan noise and visual intrusion.
Benefits: Features:
-– Latest HD2 FMV panel
-– Faroudja Video Processing
-– Custom made Minolta Optics
-– High speed, large color wheel
-– Extensive picture adjustment possibilities
-– Noise cancellation elements; aluminum construction with a
specially engineered path for the air flow and sealed color
wheel motor
-– Sealed optical path and double sealed cabinet structure
-– Optional long throw lens
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Sealed optical path and silent construction
The chassis of the VP-12S3 is made of aluminum casting to
prevent electro-magnetic interferences and
to provide a good
grounding point for the
electric circuitry. The
path of the air flow is
carefully engineered to
supress the fan noise.
This solid construction
also works as a
secondary sealing of the
light path to ensure no
light leakage. Noise
cancellation elements such as the cabinet structure as well as
sealing the color wheel motor make the VP-12S3 extremely
quiet.
Extensive Controls for Flexible Installation
The VP-12S3 has a control section that was designed specifically
with the high-end custom installer in mind. Not only are there
discrete codes for every function of the projector, there are
numerous ways to control it as well. In addition to the IR from
either the front or rear panel, the projector can also be hard-
wired for IR and even RS232C control. 2 DC triggers allow a
screen to go up/down automatically by turning on/of the
VP-12S3 and two panels to drop down on the sides of a 16:9
screen, whenever NORMAL is selected on the remote for
watching 4:3 content.
Mounting
One of the most critical aspects to ensure the best results from
the VP-12S3 is mounting it properly. To achieve a perfectly
proportioned picture the exact throw distance needs to be
determined. The FOCUS pattern function allows you to focus
the image on the screen and position the projector properly by
use of the lens shift, zoom control and throw distance.
If mounted above or below the screen, the then you will have to
tilt up or down in order to have the image line up to the screen,
in which case keystone correction will be needed.
Screens
The VP-12S3 has a tremendous versatility with regards to
mounting, so either reflective or retro-reflective, front or rear
projection is possible. With a 1.3 gain screen, the VP-12S3 has
recommended light output for a 300 cm diagonal measurement.
With the VP-12S3 the black level is extremely good. This allows
the use of a true white screen for maximum brightness and
contrast, if the room is non-reflective and as dark as possible.
Full compatibility for all sorts of video formats
The VP-12S3 accepts all kind of video formats. It is compatible
with PAL, SECAM, NTSC, and HDTV. All of those signals can
be feeded via Composits(CVBS), S-Video(Y/C),
Component(YUV), and RGB. The VP-12S3 also accept
computer signals from VGA to XGA and DVi digital video
connection.
-– User Guide
-– Remote Control
-– Batteries
-– AC Power Cord
-– Control Adapter cable (Mini jack to RCA)
-– Scart - RCA plug Cable
-– Lens cap
RC-12VPS3
Bypacked Accessories
