MicroVision PicoP PEK3 with HDMI User manual

PicoP® Display Engine Evaluation Kit, 3rd Generation
(PEK3 with HDMI)
User’s Guide
P/N: AB0132186-001
Contact info:
Techical Support
Phone: [phone] (Monday through Friday 6: am – 5:
pm PST)
[e-mail]
© 2011 MicroVision, Inc. All rights reserved. PicoP is a trademark of MicroVision, Inc.
MicroVision, Inc. 6222 18 th Avenue NE • Redmond, WA 980 2 •Tel: [phone] • www.microvision.com
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PicoP
®
Display Engine EVALUATION KIT IMPORTANT NOTICE
The enclosed PicoP
®
Evaluation Kit (PEK3) is intended for use for ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT OR
EVALUATION PURPOSES ONLY and is not considered by Microvision Inc., to be fit for commercial use. As
a prototype, this device may not meet the technical requirements of the European Union directive on
electromagnetic compatibility.
The user assumes all responsibility and liability for proper and safe handling of the PEK3. Also, be aware that
the enclosed unit may not be regulatory compliant or agency certified (such as FCC, UL, CE, etc.) with the
exception of IEC 60825-1 Laser Safety. It is the user’s responsibility to take any and all appropriate
precautions with regard to electrostatic discharge. Microvision assumes no liability for application assistance,
customer’s product design, or software performance.
Please read the User’s Guide and, specifically, the Warnings and Safety Information in the User’s Guide prior
to handling the enclosed unit. Persons handling the unit must have basic electronics training and observe
good laboratory practice standards. For further concerns please contact Microvision’s technical support at Tel:
866.662.3797 or e-mail [e-mail].
Mailing Address: Microvision, Inc. 6222 185th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Limited Warranty. The PEK3 is a prototype device. Microvision warrants that the PEK3 sold pursuant to this
Agreement will be free of defects in material and workmanship for forty-five (45) days from the shipping date.
Microvision will at its option, repair or replace the PEK3 or refund the purchase price paid by Customer for the
defective PEK3. The repaired or replaced parts or PEK3 may include new, reconditioned or re-manufactured
parts and equipment at Microvision’s option. Such repair, replacement or refund shall be the sole remedy of
Customer in the event of Microvision’s breach of this limited warranty. All costs associated with shipment to
Microvision for warranty service, including but not limited to freight, duties, insurance and customs fees are
Customer’s responsibility. Microvision will pay the freight costs (duties, insurance, customs and any other fees
are Customer’s responsibility) associated with the return shipment to Customer. The method of shipment will
be at Microvision’s discretion. Repair or replacement of any parts or equipment does not extend the period of
warranty provided for herein. If a component Microvision bought from a third party fails and the component is
still covered by a warranty from a third party, Microvision will take reasonable action to pass that warranty on
to Customer. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS MICROVISION’S ONLY WARRANTY. MICROVISION
EXPLICITLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
The warranty considerations by Microvision set-forth above do not cover, and Microvision will have no
obligations hereunder if any non- conformance is caused in whole or in part by (a) accident, transportation,
neglect, misuse, exposure to extreme temperatures or excessive dust, alteration, modification or
enhancement of the Prototypes, (b) incorporation, interfacing, attachment of any feature, program, or device
to the Prototypes by a person or entity other than Microvision, (c) use of the Prototypes for other than the
specific purpose for which the Prototypes are designed or (d) any use of the Prototypes not in accordance
with a guide or user manual. Microvision does not warrant that the Prototype or associated software will run
error free or without interruptions or will operate with third party applications. Microvision is not liable for loss
of data or down time. Microvision is not responsible for resolving software issues caused by customer
components or third party software.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. IN NO EVENT WILL MICROVISION BE LIABLE TO CUSTOMER FOR ANY
LOST PROFITS, LOST OPPORTUNITIES, COST OF COVER, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, BASIS OF THE CLAIM, OR
THE THEORY UNDER WHICH THE CLAIM IS PRESENTED, EVEN IF THAT PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL MICROVISION BE LIABLE TO
CUSTOMER FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS IN EXCESS OF THE TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR
THE PROTOTYPES.

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Table of Contents
PicoP
®
Display Engine Evaluation Kit, 3
rd
Generation .......................................................1
CHAPTER 1: IMPORTANT INFORMATION.........................................................................4
Safety Information .............................................................................................................4
Caution & Warnings ..........................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2: DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................5
PicoP
®
Display Engine (PDE)............................................................................................5
PicoP
®
Evaluation Kit (PEK3) ............................................................................................6
CHAPTER 3: GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................7
Input Video ........................................................................................................................7
PEK3 Operation ................................................................................................................7
How to connect a video source to PEK3 ...........................................................................7
How to use a PEK3 with a PC or a Mac ............................................................................7
How to Store & Transport..................................................................................................7
Thermal Management .......................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................8
CHAPTER 4: USE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT KITS ......................................................8

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CHAPTER 1: IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safety Information
The PicoP
®
Evaluation Kit (PEK3) embeds a CLASS 2 LASER PROJECTOR MODULE as defined in IEC60825-1, 2007-
03. The device complies with IEC 60825-1, 2007-03. The device also complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except
for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50 dated June 24, 2007.
The following safety labels are affixed at the factory.
DO NOT REMOVE THESE LABELS
Caution & Warnings
Each PEK3 user must read this guide and have it at hand for reference during operation.
Warnings regarding use and care of the PEK3:
The PEK3 is a Class 2 Laser Product. AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.
Do not point the projected image at people, moving vehicles or aircraft.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in
this user guide may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
Service & Maintenance
THERE ARE NO OPERATOR SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE THE PEK3.
For preventive maintenance or repair of performance-related issues, the system must be
returned to Microvision. Contact information labeled on the front of this guide to coordinate
returns.
The PicoP Display Engine uses internal components that produce Class 2 visible and invisible laser radiation.
Do not remove label or enclosure around the Projection Module.
Please do not disconnect the optical module from the electronics module. Each PDE module is calibrated and
optimized for the specific MEMS/Laser combination in the unit. These unique calibration settings are stored in the PDE's
electronics and are key inputs into the individual PDE's system performance, image quality, & laser product classification
rating. Combining the incorrect boards/optical modules, could damage the mirror. More importantly, this will invalidate the
laser product classification certification for the module and will invalidate any warranties that may apply.
The PicoP Display Engine is Microvision, Inc. Proprietary & Confidential under our Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
Close-up of laser certification label on product housing

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CHAPTER 2: DEFINITIONS
PicoP
®
Display Engine (PDE)
The PDE consists of an Integrated Photonics Module (IPM) and drive electronics board. The PDE electronics
is enclosed in EMI shield as shown below.
Electronics Board
Shield
Integrated Photonics
Module (IPM)
Exit Aperture
PDE Electronics Board
(under the shield)

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PicoP
®
Evaluation Kit (PEK3)
The core of PEK3 is a PDE. PEK3 provides an enclosure and covers (mechanical case) for the PDE. The
PDE interfaces to a media module that allows the customer to connect to their preferred video source. The
video interfaces supported by PEK3 are HDMI and VGA.
Beam Exit Aperture
Enclosure
Laser Class Label
P
roduct
Lab
el
Power Button
Menu/Select Button
USB Connector
HDMI Video Input Connector
Move-Down ButtonMove-Up Button
VGA Video Input Connector

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CHAPTER 3: GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Input Video
The PDE module accepts digital RGB (5-6-5) video input. PEK3 with HDMI is equipped with VGA and HDMI
interface. VGA and a HDMI video cables are included with the shipping kit to enable user to connect it to a PC
or other video host device.
PEK3 Operation
Turning ON: PEK3 is powered through the USB port. After connecting the USB port to a computer or an
external DC adapter, press and release the POWER switch once. After a few seconds, the SPLASH
SCREEN will appear. The image may appear to fluctuate while the lasers are initializing; this may take up to
30 seconds in some cases.
Turning OFF: Press and hold the POWER switch for 1 second until the image disappears.
How to connect a video source to PEK3
With the PEK3 powered OFF, insert the VGA or HDMI cable supplied in the kit into the VGA or HDMI
connector on the VGA/HDMI Media Module. Make sure the connector is properly oriented as it only fits one
way. Connect the other end of the cable into the video source.
NOTES:
•No manual configuration is required on the PEK3. PEK3 will automatically recognize input VGA or
HDMI video format. Display settings will be adjusted on the PC to allow external display.
How to use a PEK3 with a PC or a Mac
To operate the PEK3 with a laptop or a desktop computer please use the following instructions:
1. Verify the PEK3 is connected to a PC or a Mac per the above procedure. You can choose connect
PEK3 to the VGA port or HDMI display port (if present).
2. Turn on the PEK3 and the PC or the Mac.
3. The PC or Mac will auto detect the acceptable PEK3 video input resolutions. The PEK3 acceptable
input resolutions are 1280 x 720 pixels.
4. Select the video signal to display through the port which the PEK3 is connected to.
NOTE: The PEK3 operates in the “wide” video format (16:9 aspect ratio).
How to Store & Transport
Store and transport the PEK3 in the case provided. Avoid exposure to extreme temperature and humidity.
Take precautions not to drop the unit or place in an environment subject to spilled liquids.
Thermal Management
A heat sink is included with the PEK3. If the PEK3 heat sink is not used, please provide appropriate thermal
management to dissipate 3.5 W while not exceeding temperature at PDE case above 55 °C.

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Troubleshooting
Problem
Remedy
No power Check if power cable is properly inserted. Microvision splash screen should
come up.
No video(1) Check if unit is turned on. Make sure video cable is inserted properly into the
connector and blue LED is on.
No video(2) If the PEK2 with HDMI is powered through the USB interface, check whether
cable is a shielded cable or whether the cable is too long. Try to use a shielded
USB cable with its maximum length per USB interface specification .
CHAPTER 4: USE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT KITS
The PicoP
®
Display Engine SDK for Windows allows developers to quickly and easily integrate PicoP
Projector control into a Windows/Linux/Mac application. The Windows/Linux/Mac Application can
communicate with PicoP Display Engine over USB. The SDK package includes the Application Programming
Interface (API), SDK libraries, documentation, and sample projects that demonstrate use of some basic PicoP
Display Engine (PDE) functions.
The Windows SDK Libraries and Sample Console Application are built with Visual Studio 2010. The Linux
and Max OS X SDK Libraries and Sample Console Application are built with gcc tools. The Sample Qt
applications are built with QtCreator tools.