Runco VX-5000ci Specifications

OWNER’S OPERATING MANUALVX-5000ci Projector& DHD™ ControllerWidescreen Digital Light Processing™ Projector &DHD™ Video Controller with Vivix™

Features and BenefitsThe VX-5000ci system is a very unique system and has many important features, including:• Native 1280 x 720, Single HD-2, 16:9 DM

9Projector DescriptionInput PanelTop ViewExhaust VentVertical Lens ShiftMotorizedFocus &ZoomCover ScrewIntake VentsPowerLampTempVertical Lens Shif

10Ceiling Mount Dimensions12.2414.31510.97920.87011.227Lens Offset from the logo side of Projector5.9601.015 Feet Height8.93512.5001.645 Bracket Heigh

11Horizontal Vertical and Lens ShiftVertical Lens Shift (Up or Down)1.0151.64510.58012.50010.7508.796Base plate to center of lensApprox. 5-6" (de

12Lens Option 1: Throw Distance 1.57 - 1.95 x Width of ScreenWhen only Vertical or only Horizontal Shift is used:Maximum. Vertical Shift = 90% of scre

13Lens Option 3: Throw Distance 2.76 - 4.85 x Width of ScreenWhen only Vertical or only Horizontal shift is used:Maximum Vertical Shift = 95% of scree

14Lens Adjustments (Zoom / Focus / Shift)IR receiver for lens zoom / focus motorsLens zoom and focus are motorized adjustments that are adjustable fro

15Use the included 3/16" Hex-head tool to adjust the Vertical lens shift to center image vertically on screen. See thechart on page 12 for shift

16ProntoNeo Remote Control DescriptionOKCHVOL++--Sending LED Learning EyeLCD Touch ScreenDevice Button to activate the Device Overview2 Content Specif

Insert the 3 AA batteries, making sure to set them in with the proper polarity.1. Press and open the back cover.2. Align the batteries according to th

18ProntoNeo Remote Control UsageMain Screen:This screen will turn on theProjector and send you tothe Aspect Ratio or Sourcescreen.Source Screen:This s

19DHD Controller DescriptionFront Panel231456789101. RUNCO ICONWhen the Red light is displayed the unit is in Standby, when Blue light is displayed th

Rear Panel20Pb Pr YVideo3IRRS-232 ControlS-Video 1S-Video 2HD1HD212PrRYGPbBRPrGYBPbHVDVI 1 DVI 2DVI OutH/VVHPrRYGPbBHVTRIGGERSRS-232 OutCAUTION: TO RE

21Quick Set-up GuideConnection ExamplesWhile there are many different ways to connect your source equipment to your Controller, the examples shown abo

22DIGITAL INPUTS:• DVI 1 / DVI 2These are High Definition Digital inputs. Runco recommends using these digital inputs whenever possible. Usingthe DVI

23Overall Functional DescriptionThe VX-5000ci system consists of the DHD Controller and the VX-5000ci Projector. This system isunique in the way it is

24Menu Description and NavigationWhen the MENU button is pressed on either the remote control or the front panel, the main menu willappear on-screen.

25Aspect Ratio provides selection of one of four aspect ratios: Anamorphic, Standard 4:3, Letterbox orVirtualWide. To select an aspect ratio via the m

26While each of the picture quality adjustments can be set to suit the needs of the user, there is a 'prop-er' way to set the adjustments.

27SHARPNESS adjusts the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. This can be adjusted to thepreference of the user. Keep in mind that when SHARPN

Table of Contents1Introduction ...

28Lens Replacement Procedure14532Item 1 : Front of LensItem 2 : Motor AssemblyItem 3 : 9/64 Hex Screw (qty. 6) for Mounting LensItem 4 : Motor Assembl

29Step 1: Remove the Front Cover (Item 5) by loosening #2 Phillips screw below lens.Step 2: Locate and unplug the Motor Assembly Connector (Item 4); r

30Step 5: Remove the Lens and Motor Assembly by pulling forward and to the left in order to clear the Projector chassis with the Motor Assembly.Step 6

31Basic Troubleshooting TipsThe following is a basic troubleshooting guide that can assist you in resolving typical problems mayresult in normal opera

The image appears too'washed out', or the darkestareas of the image appear toobright.The colors of the imageappear abnormalThe image appears

33RS-232 CommunicationsBaud rate: 19200 (fixed)Bits: 8No ParityAll protocol in ASCII formatRS-232 input connector pin numbers: TxD= Pin# 2, RxD= Pin#

COMMAND PARAMETER (min/max) Value stored? DESCRIPTIONPOWER 0/1 NA Turns DHD On and OffON NA NA Turns DHD Controller onOFF NA NA Turns DHD Controller o

35COMMAND PARAMETER (min/max) Value stored? DESCRIPTION!STORE NA YES Stores the current set of values (all values) into non-volatile memory !RESTORE N

VX-5000ci Projector Dimensions3604.87912.37920.87026.3048.1851.01502.23518.635024.0692.2358.629Top ViewFront ViewBottom ViewSide ViewLens FactorLens D

17.5"3.5"11"DHD Controller DimensionsFront PanelTop Panel37

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38SpecificationsProjector Type: Digital Light Processing™ (DLP)™ Single HD-2 DMD ChipNative Resolution: 1280 x 720 (Designed for 16:9 screens only)Asp

39DHD Controller:Supplied Accessories• ProntoNeo Remote Control with 3 AA batteries• Rack Mount hardware for the DHD Controller• Power cables (one for

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3IntroductionThe new VX-5000ci builds off of the versatility of the VX-5000c DLP™ by employing Runco's 3rdGeneration engineering practices. The G

4Warnings and Safety PrecautionsWARNINGFCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expresslyapproved by

5Declaration of ConformitySAFETY TIPSPlease read and follow the safety precautions listed below to ensure the equipment is free fromdamage, and to ens

6LIMITED WARRANTYCongratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! Webelieve Runco produces “The World’s Fine

7EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep theoriginal bill of sale a