Runco VX-44D User Manual

VX-44dVX-55d1080p Digital Light ProcessingTM Projectorand Digital High Definition (DHD™)Controller/Scaler/ProcessorI NSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting84 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYPower and Cooling46 Red DMD heat sink overheated.47 Green

Maintenance and TroubleshootingRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 85 PRELIMINARYPanel Driver and Formatter80 Unrecognized Panel Driver. 8

Maintenance and Troubleshooting86 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 87 PRELIMINARYIn addition to using the DHD Controller front-panel keypad or remote control unit, there

External Control88 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYTable 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column

External ControlRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 89 PRELIMINARYPicture Adjust CommandsBRIGHTNESS -50/50 YES Sets a value for brightness

External Control90 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYInput Position CommandsIHEIGHT 0/20 YES Sets the value for input heightIH

External ControlRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 91 PRELIMINARYMiscellaneous CommandsDISPLAY? NA NA Returns display device input source

External Control92 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY6.2 Using Discrete IR CodesThe DHD Controller accepts commands in the for

External ControlRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 93 PRELIMINARYFigure 6-1 shows the pulse train for this command (with the toggle bit s

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual xi 1Table of ContentsPRELIMINARYRuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ...

External Control94 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYCUST 1 0x3472 0x3C72 Custom 1 memory presetCUST 2 0x3473 0x3C73 Custom 2

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 95 PRELIMINARY7.1 VX-44d/-55d SpecificationsTable 7-1 lists the VX-44d/-55d specifications. 7. Specif

Specifications96 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYBrightness and Contrast: Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS) Specifi

SpecificationsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 97 PRELIMINARY7.2 DHD Controller SpecificationsTable 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specif

Specifications98 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY7.3 VX-44d/-55d DimensionsFigure 7-1 shows the VX-44d/-55d dimensions (all

SpecificationsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 99 PRELIMINARY7.4 Supported TimingsTable 7-3 lists the signal types supported by each in

Specifications100 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY1280x1024 1280x102460.00 63.981 108.000 √ √ √ – – –75.00 79.976 135.000 √

SpecificationsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 101 PRELIMINARYPAL-M – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 3.580 – – – – √ √PAL-N – 50.00 15.625 3

Specifications102 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Table of Contentsxii Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYInstallation Considerations ...

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Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual xiii PRELIMINARYOptimizing Lamp and Lens Performance ...

Table of Contentsxiv Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual xv 1List of FiguresPRELIMINARY2-1. VX-44d/-55d Top/Rear/Front View ...

List of Figuresxvi Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY5-2. Unlocking the Lamp ...

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 1 PRELIMINARY1.1 About This ManualThis Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the

Introduction2 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYGraphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the ma

IntroductionRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 3 PRELIMINARY1.3 Description, Features and BenefitsRunco’s VX-44d and VX-55d bring the mos

Introduction4 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYKey Features and Benefits The VX-44d/-55d offers these key features and benefi

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 5 PRELIMINARY2.1 VX-44d/-55d at a GlanceFigure 2-1 shows the key VX-44d/-55d components.Figure 2-1. VX

Controls and Functions6 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY1. BUILT-IN KEYPAD The built-in keypad is located at the back of the

Controls and FunctionsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 7 PRELIMINARY1. RS232 IN Connect the RS-232 output from the DHD Controller here,

Controls and Functions8 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY2.3 VX-44d/-55d Built-In KeypadFigure 2-3 shows the VX-44d/-55d buil

Controls and FunctionsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 9 PRELIMINARY9. Menu Navigation Buttons: UP BUTTON ( ) Used to move the menu

Controls and Functions10 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY2.4 DHD Controller Front PanelFigure 2-4 shows the controls and ind

Controls and FunctionsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 11 PRELIMINARY7. RIGHT BUTTON Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu curs

Controls and Functions12 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY2.5 DHD Controller Rear PanelFigure 2-5 shows the rear connector pa

Controls and FunctionsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 13 PRELIMINARYInputs4. USBA standard, USB Series “B” connection to a personal co

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual iii PRELIMINARYRuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited WarrantyCongratulations on your purchase of a Runc

Controls and Functions14 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY2.6 VX-44d/-55d Remote Control Unit Figure 2-6 shows the VX-44d/-55

Controls and FunctionsRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 15 PRELIMINARY1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate

Controls and Functions16 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY10. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use the red buttons to select a

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 17 PRELIMINARY3.1 Remote ControlTo install batteries in the remote control, press up on the battery co

Installation18 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY3.2 Quick SetupTable 3-1 gives a quick overview of the VX-44d/-55d installati

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 19 PRELIMINARY3.3 Installation ConsiderationsProper installation of your projector will en

Installation20 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYThrow Distance Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of the

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 21 PRELIMINARYVertical and Horizontal PositionProper placement of the projector relative t

Installation22 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYFigure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift (EXAMPLE ONLY)0%Screen Center100% Width Len

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 23 PRELIMINARYTable 3-4 lists the lens shift limits for each available VX-44d/-55d lens, a

iv Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYIn the event of a product defect, please follow the warranty claim procedure provided bel

Installation24 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYFolded Optics In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 25 PRELIMINARYOther ConsiderationsOther considerations and tips that can help improve your

Installation26 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY3.5 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens MountIf you are installing a VX-44d

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 27 PRELIMINARYInstall Projector Stand (CineWide with AutoScope, Floor-Mount)(Skip this ste

Installation28 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY3.6 Mounting the VX-44d/-55dThere are several methods for mounting the projec

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 29 PRELIMINARY3.7 Connections to the VX-44d/-55d and DHD Controller Proceed as follows to

Installation30 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYRS-232 Connection: Connect the Display Control output from the DHD Controller

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 31 PRELIMINARYFigure 3-10. HDMI Source ConnectionsHDMIAV OUTHDMIAV OUTHDMI sources (BD, DV

Installation32 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYComponent Video Source Connections: Connect your component video sources to t

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 33 PRELIMINARYRGBHV Source Connections: Connect personal computers and/or other RGB source

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual v PRELIMINARYj Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlined in the product’s user guide where

Installation34 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYSCART RGBS Source Connections: Connect the green, blue and red outputs from y

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 35 PRELIMINARYComposite and S-Video Source Connections: See Figure 3-14. Figure 3-14. S-Vi

Installation36 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYRS-232 Controller ConnectionUse a straight-through, 9-pin RS-232 cable to con

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 37 PRELIMINARYConnecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment If your VX-44d/-55d

Installation38 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYConnecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD ControllerIf infrared signals f

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 39 PRELIMINARYConnecting to AC PowerThe VX-44d/-55d system includes two (2) AC power cords

Installation40 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY3.8 Turning on the Power1. Turn on your source components. 2. Turn on the mai

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 41 PRELIMINARY3.9 Primary Lens AdjustmentsTo access the motorized primary lens controls: 1

Installation42 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensIf you are installi

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 43 PRELIMINARYConfigure Lens Motor Trigger (CineWide with AutoScope)(Skip this step if you

vi Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYRUNCO’S MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACE

Installation44 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYHeight (Y) Adjustment: With the white field still on-screen, loosen the Heigh

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 45 PRELIMINARYYaw Adjust: Loosen the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to allow the lens to pivot fr

Installation46 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYFocus: Finally, rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine-tune the

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 47 PRELIMINARYInstallation MenuSelect Installation from the VX-44d/-55d Main Menu to acces

Installation48 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYOptiCal (Primary Lens Calibration): OptiCal provides the ability to store and

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 49 PRELIMINARY3.13 Working With the Lamp Access the Lamp Adjust menu to: • Choose a lamp m

Installation50 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYLamp Mode: Select the Lamp Mode you want to use in order to control the light

InstallationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 51 PRELIMINARYHOW LONG CAN I MAINTAIN BRIGHTNESS? The VX-44d/-55d can maintain your “Inten

Installation52 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYNotes:

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 53 PRELIMINARY4.1 Using the On-Screen MenusTo display the Main Menu, press the MENU button on the remo

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual vii PRELIMINARYThank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video product! For the best performan

Operation54 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYFigure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-44d/-55d (continued)Main Me

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 55 PRELIMINARYInput SourceFrom the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal so

Operation56 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYTable 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect RatioRemote ControlKeyDescription16:9 16

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 57 PRELIMINARYCinema CINEMA Select Cinema to view 2.35 source material in its native aspect r

Operation58 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYPicture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate each DHD Controller in

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 59 PRELIMINARYPLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white a

Operation60 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYColor Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar patte

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 61 PRELIMINARYSharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To

Operation62 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYInput Position Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspe

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 63 PRELIMINARYFigure 4-6. Overscan ModesPhase (RGB, Component or SCART sources): This control

viii Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on. Manufacturer’s Name: Runco

Operation64 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYMemory Presets For each input, the DHD Controller lets you save image quality se

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 65 PRELIMINARYTo reset the Custom or THX memory preset to its factory-default state, select i

Operation66 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY• Gamma: Select Gamma from the Display Color menu to choose a de-gamma curve. Us

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 67 PRELIMINARYFigure 4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram• Mode: With the VX-44d/-55d, two colo

Operation68 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY• Advanced: For more precise white balance control, use Advanced mode to create

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 69 PRELIMINARYInput Image: The Input Image controls are functionally similar to those in the

Operation70 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY• Paste Settings: To apply the settings on the clipboard to a different input so

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 71 PRELIMINARYInput Names: You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name. For exa

Operation72 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYDisplay Device - Configure: The options in the Display Device - Configure menu a

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 73 PRELIMINARY• Lamp Hours Reset: When you replace the projector lamp, you should also reset

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual ix PRELIMINARYDate of Declaration: February 2009NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comp

Operation74 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYAuto Calibration also optimizes the following settings, based on the characteris

OperationRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 75 PRELIMINARYMiscellaneous: Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following

Operation76 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYFront Panel Brightness: Select Front Panel Brightness from the Service menu to a

Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 77 PRELIMINARY5.1 Lamp and Filter ReplacementThe VX-44d/-55d uses a Cermax® Xenon lamp to deliver its

Maintenance and Troubleshooting78 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY4. Grasp the lamp by its housing only and pull it straight

Maintenance and TroubleshootingRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 79 PRELIMINARYFilter ReplacementWhenever you replace the lamp – or more

Maintenance and Troubleshooting80 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARY5. Grasping the lens barrel, turn it in a counter-clockwis

Maintenance and TroubleshootingRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 81 PRELIMINARY5.3 Troubleshooting TipsTable 5-1 provides some general g

Maintenance and Troubleshooting82 Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation ManualPRELIMINARYThe display is jittery or unstable.• Poor-quality or impro

Maintenance and TroubleshootingRunco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual 83 PRELIMINARYError CodesIf the status code display on the back of the