Runco LIGHTSTYLE LS-7 Installation & Operation Manual

I NSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL

LS-7

Home Theater Projector

RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited

Warranty

Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco® product! With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years
of unparalleled video performance.

This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is provided free of charge by Runco International with the purchase of a covered
Runco product. The following sets forth Runco’s Standard Limited Warranty applicable to all Runco projectors, processors,
LCD and plasma display products, with the exception of the following models: XP-103DHD, SC-1, SC-1a and VW-100HD1.

The following terms and conditions of the RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty represent a contract between us, Runco
International and you, the customer who has purchased a Runco product. This contract applies to purchases of covered
Runco products occurring on or after September 1, 2008. Runco reserves the right to change the terms of this contract, and
such changes shall apply to purchases of covered Runco products that occur on or after any future effective date.

RuncoCare Standard Features

• Two-year protection from defects in material and workmanship

• Access to 24x7 phone support

• Complimentary, second-day one-way shipping

Warranty Coverage

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Runco warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period provided below.
If, in Runco’s determination, a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, Runco
will repair the product, replace the product with a similar new or like new product, or refund a prorata share of the purchase
price (calculated based on the remainder of the warranty period and the thencurrent MSRP2 of a similar product), if repair or
replacement of the product is determined by Runco to not be feasible.

Length of Warranty

Runco products are warranted for two (2) years from the date of shipment from Runco. Lamps are warranted six (6) months
from the date of shipment or 1000 hours, whichever comes first. All other accessories, which includes, but is not limited to,
cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens cap and other peripherals sold with the Runco product, are warranted for ninety (90)
days from the date of shipment. Repaired product or replacement lamp is subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if
any) of the original warranty term or 90 days from the date the product was shipped to you, whichever is longer.

Eligibility

This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is valid only for the first customer who purchases the covered product from an
authorized Runco dealer or distributor. This warranty is not transferable. You may be required to provide proof of purchase in
order to receive warranty services.

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1. Runco may update this list of products excluded from this warranty from time to time at Runco’s sole discretion, but updates to
the list of covered products will not apply on a retroactive basis.

2. MSRP is defined as the most recent product price listed on Runco’s price list.

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RuncoCare Claim Procedure

In the event of a product defect, please follow the warranty claim procedure provided below:

1. The Customer is required to contact a Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support via email at [e-mail] or via
phone at (toll free) 800-23RUNCO (800-237-8626). If the customer is located outside North America, call [phone]
in Europe for product service.

2. Be prepared to provide the date of purchase, the place of purchase, serial number, product model number, description of
the problem and troubleshooting steps already attempted.

3. Runco Technical Support staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem. If Runco is
unable to fix the problem to the customer’s satisfaction, Runco will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) if it is
determined that the claim was made within the coverage period of the Standard Limited Warranty.

4. The customer will need to return the defective product to the Runco repair depot location specified by the Runco technical
support representative. The customer will need to properly package the defective product, consisting of the product only,
and not include any accessories (e.g., cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens, lens cap and other peripherals) and return it
to the Runco repair depot specified by the technical support representative. It is the customer’s responsibility to properly
package the hardware, include all appropriate materials, and return it to the location specified by the Runco technical
support department. The customer will need to address and resolve any shipping damage claims directly with the shipping
company.

5. The customer is responsible for providing a suitable box to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot.
Boxes may be purchased from a Runco technical support representative.

6. The customer is responsible for paying freight charges to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot.

7. Runco will pay freight charges to return the repaired/replacement product to the customer from the Runco repair depot.

8. Once an RMA has been created, the customer may contact [e-mail] for followup questions or
confirmation status of the claim process.

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Warranty Exclusions

This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty does not include or is limited by the following:

1. Products not purchased from an authorized Runco dealer

2. Rental costs incurred by the customer in the event of product defect or failure

3. Any product with a defaced, modified, or removed serial number

4. Damage, deterioration, or malfunction resulting from:

a Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, improper ventilation, fire, water, disaster, lightning, or other acts of nature, smoke

exposure (cigarette or otherwise), unauthorized product modification (including use of an unauthorized mount), or failure
to follow instructions supplied with the product

b Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Runco

c Any damage to the product due to shipment

d Removal or installation of the product

e Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure

f Use of supplies or parts not meeting Runco’s specifications

g Normal wear and tear

h Expected lamp degradation and normal decrease in lamp output over a period of time or as the lamp is consumed

i Customer caused defects, including but not limited to, scratched/defaced/altered plastics

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j Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlined in the product’s user guide where a schedule is specified for

regular cleaning of the product

k Opening the product and/or tampering with internal circuitry

l Products lost, stolen or discarded

m Any damage or dissatisfaction associated with latent images, “burnin,” or any other damage determined by Runco to be

the result of customer use patterns

n Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect in material or workmanship

5. Removal, installation, and setup service charges are excluded from this Standard Limited warranty

6. Runco’s warranty does not cover black uniformity issues or other LCD issues associated with usage outside the Runco
recommended guidelines and specifications for the product

7. Second day shipment delivery time and availability may vary based on origin and destination and Runco is unable to deliver
to PO Box and FPO Box addresses

Extended Service Options

Runco offers extended and expanded service plans. For information on additional product protection, please email
[e-mail] or call (toll free) 800-23RUNCO (800-237-8626).

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Please visit http://www.runco.com/info.html to register product.

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RUNCO PROVIDES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN. RUNCO
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

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Exclusion of Damages

RUNCO’S MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF
THE PRODUCT.

1. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT,
DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF PROFITS,
LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR
OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF THE CUSTOMER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

2. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE
DAMAGES ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.

3. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.

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Effect of Local Law

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from locality to locality. Some localities
do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

© Copyright 2009 Runco International, LLC (“Runco”). This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright,
trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of Runco.

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The trademarks reporduced in this Runco Owner’s Manual and used on the Runco Products are either owned by Runco or are
licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco.

Runco Products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other Patents
Pending.

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Important Safety Instructions

Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video product! For the best performance, please read this manual carefully
as it is your guide through the menus and operation.

WARNING

CAUTION

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOTOPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

CAUTION:

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

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9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is
provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of
the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. The +12V trigger only outputs 12Vdc signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could
cause damage to this unit.

16. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.

17. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to
removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

18. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to
explode in rare occasions.

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19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on.

Compliance Information

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:

Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, LLC

Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992

hereby declares that the Products’ Model Numbers:

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conform with the provisions of:

Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;

EN 55022 “Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology equipment”
1998;

EN 55024 “Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology equipment” 1998;

Including:

• EN 61000-4-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 2:
Electrostatic discharge immunity test”

• EN 61000-4-3 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 3: Radiated,
Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test”

• EN 61000-4-4 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 4: Electrical
fast transient/burst immunity test”

• EN 61000-4-5 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 5: Surge
immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-6 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 6: Conducted
disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-8 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 8: Conducted
disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-11 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 11: Voltage
dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests"

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And:

• EN 61000-3-2 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment
input current up to and including 16 A per phase)" 2000;

• EN 61000-3-3 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 3: Limitations of voltage changes, voltage
fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A
and not subject to conditional connection" 1995;

Council Directive 2006/95/EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety;

EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”

The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Runco International,
LLC, located at 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992.

Date of Declaration: December 2009

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FCC PART 15:

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003):

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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PRODUCT DISPOSAL:

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The Product contains small amounts of tin, lead and/or mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to
environmental considerations.

IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be
hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws.

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For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG.

For lamp specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.

DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applicable throughout the European
Union and other European countries with separate collection programs)

This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be treated as
household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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1Table of Contents

RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ................................................... iii

Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................... vii

Compliance Information .............................................................................................. viii

1. Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1

About This Manual ....................................................................................................... 1

Target Audience ..................................................................................................... 1

If You Have Comments About This Manual... ..........................................................1

Textual and Graphic Conventions ...........................................................................1

Using This Manual ........................................................................................................ 2

Description, Features and Benefits ...............................................................................3

Key Features and Benefits ...................................................................................... 3

Parts List ................................................................................................................3

2. Controls and Functions ............................................................................................ 5

LS-7 at a Glance ..........................................................................................................5

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LS-7 Rear Panel ........................................................................................................... 8

LS-7 Remote Control ...................................................................................................9

3. Installation ...............................................................................................................11

Remote Control ..........................................................................................................11

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Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................14

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Notes on Remote Control Operation ..................................................................... 11

Installation Type .................................................................................................... 14

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Ambient Light .......................................................................................................15

Throw Distance..................................................................................................... 15

Vertical and Horizontal Position ............................................................................. 16

Lens Shift ............................................................................................................. 17

Folded Optics .......................................................................................................19

Other Considerations ............................................................................................ 19

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Mounting the LS-7 .....................................................................................................19

Floor Mounting (Upright) ....................................................................................... 19

Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) .................................................................................... 19

Adjusting the Projection Angle ..............................................................................19

Connections to the LS-7 ............................................................................................20

Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................20

Connecting Source Components to the LS-7 ....................................................... 21

RS-232 Controller Connection ..............................................................................25

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment ....................... 26

Connecting an External IR Receiver ...................................................................... 26

Connecting to AC Power ...................................................................................... 27

Turning on the Power ................................................................................................. 27

Lens Adjustments ...................................................................................................... 27

Focus ................................................................................................................... 27

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Lens Shift ............................................................................................................. 27

Changing the OSD Language .....................................................................................28

Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................ 29

Rear Projection ..................................................................................................... 29

Ceiling Mode.........................................................................................................29

4. Operation .................................................................................................................31

Selecting Video Memory ............................................................................................. 31

Selecting an Aspect Ratio ..........................................................................................31

Selecting An Input Source .......................................................................................... 31

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Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) .....................................................................................32

Using the On-Screen Menus ......................................................................................33

Main ..................................................................................................................... 35

Advanced ............................................................................................................. 45

System ................................................................................................................. 51

Control .................................................................................................................55

Language ............................................................................................................. 57

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 61

Lamp Replacement .................................................................................................... 61

Troubleshooting Tips .................................................................................................. 62

Service ................................................................................................................. 58

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6. Serial Communications ..........................................................................................65

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................65

Serial Command Syntax .............................................................................................65

Key Commands....................................................................................................65

Operations Commands......................................................................................... 68

RS-232 Error Codes ............................................................................................. 76

7. Specifications .......................................................................................................... 77

LS-7 Specifications .................................................................................................... 77

LS-7 Dimensions ........................................................................................................80

Supported Timings ..................................................................................................... 81

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1List of Figures

2-1. LS-7 Front/Side View ................................................................................................... 5

2-2. LS-7 Rear/Bottom/Top View ........................................................................................ 7

2-3. LS-7 Rear Panel ...........................................................................................................8

3-1. IR Reception Angles ................................................................................................... 12

3-2. Estimating Throw Distance .........................................................................................15

3-3. Projector Placement ................................................................................................... 16

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3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) ............................................................................... 17

3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)...........................................................................18

3-6. Folded Optics............................................................................................................. 19

3-7. HDMI/DVI Source Connections .................................................................................. 21

3-8. RGB Connections ...................................................................................................... 22

3-9. Component Video Connections..................................................................................23

3-10. Composite and S-Video Connections.......................................................................24

3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection......................................................................... 25

3-12. 12-Volt Trigger Output Connection........................................................................... 26

3-13. External IR Receiver Connection............................................................................... 26

4-1. LS-7 OSD Menu Structure .........................................................................................34

4-2. LS-7 Main Menu.........................................................................................................35

4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ......................................................... 40

4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast .......................................................... 40

4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................41

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4-7. Source Select Sub-Menu ........................................................................................... 44

4-8. LS-7 Advanced Menu................................................................................................. 45

4-9. RGB Adjust Sub-Menu ...............................................................................................48

4-10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu ................................................................................................ 49

4-11. LS-7 System Menu...................................................................................................51

4-12. Source Enable Sub-Menu ........................................................................................ 52

4-13. PIP and PBP areas for 720p Display......................................................................... 53

4-14. PIP Split-Screen Mode ............................................................................................. 54

4-15. LS-7 Control Menu ................................................................................................... 55

4-16. LS-7 Service Menu ...................................................................................................58

7-1. LS-7 Dimensions ........................................................................................................ 80

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Introduction

1. Introduction

This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco LS-7 Digital
Light Processing (DLP™) Projector.

Throughout this manual, the Runco LightStyle™ Series LS-7 Home Theater Projector is
referred to as the “LS-7.”

most out of the LS-7.

Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and
other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.Runco.com.

Runco welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [e-mail].

Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify
the information and instructions provided:

• Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for

example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”

• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type op

• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>,
<Esc> and <Tab>.

• <Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your
keyboard if it has both keys.

In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used
to highlight important information, as in this example:

aspect = 1 <Enter>. ”

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1.1
About This Manual

Target AudienceRunco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the

If You Have Comments
About This Manual...

Textual and Graphic
Conventions

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A carriage return must be used after each command or string.

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Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the
manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your
equipment or injury:

TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using

Tip

certain features.

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Using This Manual

Note

Caution

NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special
significance. They also provide supplemental information.

CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can
degrade performance or cause a malfunction.

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WARNING

DANGER!

Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.

WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result
in damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.

DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or
death.

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General information about the LightStyle™ Series LS-7 Home
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Advanced configuration instructions 45

Troubleshooting tips 62

Specifications for the LightStyle™ Series LS-7 Home Theater
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Introduction

The LightStyle™ Series LS-7 Home Theater Projector encompasses Runco’s
award-winning three-chip performance in an elegant, sleek package. Feature rich,
including advanced connectivity and the latest-generation video processing, the LS-7
provides style and elegance to the most exacting custom theaters.

Impressive, unique and unlike single-chip DLP™ implementations, no color wheel is used
in the LS-7. Instead, it harnesses the power of three advanced 16:9 DMD’s™ and
12-degree mirror tilt for unsurpassed black level performance. The impressive brightness
is further bolstered by the improved contrast capabilities of the stylish LS-7. This reduces
mechanical complexity and compromises to color spectrum purity.

Runco’s advanced ViVix™ digital video processing enhances the LS-7 picture quality and
provides artifact-free scaling. Rounding out this projector’s impressive feature set are
discrete input source, aspect ratio and power on/off, as well as an RS-232 interface for
seamless integration with automation control systems.

• Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)

• DLP system using three (3), high-performance Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) chips

• Customized color wheel produces wide dynamic range and rich grayscale

• ConstantContrast™ provides for infinitely variable adjustment of the light path through
the optics, enabling the perfect balance of black and white levels for any type of video
source material

• Picture in Picture function allows you to display two inputs on the screen at the same
time

• Two (2), HDMI 1.3 Inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)

• HDTV Compatible

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1.3
Description, Features
and Benefits

Key Features and BenefitsThe LS-7 offers these key features and benefits:

contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23RUNCO.

• LS-7 DLP Projector

• Remote Control Unit and two (2), AA-size batteries

• AC Power Cords (North America, Europe, United Kingdom)

• Source Connection Cables:

• Component Video

•HDMI to HDMI

• Warranty information and registration card

• Cleaning Cloth

• Runco LS-7 Quick Setup Guide

Optional Accessories:

• Ceiling mount kit (part number 997-4214-00)

• Short-throw lens, 1.56:1-1.86:1

• Replacement Lamp (part number 997-5268-00)

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Controls and Functions

2. Controls and Functions

Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key LS-7 components.

Power Button/

Status LED

Exhaust
Vent

Front IR Sensor

Intake

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Figure 2-1. LS-7 Front/Side View

2.1
LS-7 at a Glance

Top IR Sensor

System Keypad

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Projection Lens

• TOP IR SENSOR
Receives infrared signals from the remote control unit.

• SYSTEM KEYPAD
Provides an alternative to using the remote control unit to select a source or navigate
the on-screen display (OSD) controls.

SOURCE

Use this button to select a video source.

Cursor Keys ( , , , )

Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display patterns.

ENTER ( )

Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.

MENU

Press this button to show or hide the OSD menus.

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MENU

Controls and Functions

• POWER BUTTON/STATUS LED

Indicates projector status as follows:

• Solid green = AC power present, ready to turn on (lamp not lit)

• Flashing green = lamp is warming up or cooling down; keypad functions not allowed

• Off = Lamp lit, projector functioning normally

• Alternating green/red = Lamp problem (door open, unable to strike, end of life), user
intervention likely to fix problem

• Flashing red = Over temperature, user intervention (clear vents, turn on AC) may fix
problem

• Solid red = Error that requires servicing (fan fail, Power-on self-test fail etc.)

• EXHAUST VENT

Warm air exits the projector through this vent. Ensure that it is not blocked.

• INTAKE VENT

Internal fans draw cool air into the projector through this vent.

• PROJECTION LENS

The inside of the lens barrel is threaded to accommodate a standard, 72-mm lens filter.
For example, with a smaller screen you can install a neutral-density filter to reduce the
overall light output.

If needed, a light shield accessory is provided with the lens to minimize stray light
emissions. (Use it only when the vertical offset is 50% of the screen height or greater.)
The light shield attaches to the end of the lens (or to the filter, if used).

• FRONT IR SENSOR

Receives infrared signals from the remote control unit.

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Figure 2-2. LS-7 Rear/Bottom/Top View

1. RUNCO LOGO BADGE

2. REAR COVER

Remove to access connectors.

3. LAMP MODULE COVER

Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.

4. CABLE OPENING

Pass cables through this opening.

5. CEILING MOUNT HOLES

Use these to attach the ceiling bracket to the projector. Use M4 screws with a
maximum screw depth of 10

6. ADJUSTABLE FEET

Use these when the projector is installed in a table-top configuration to level the image
and/or adjust the projection angle.

mm (0.39 inch).

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Controls and Functions

2.2
LS-7 Rear Panel

Figure 2-3 shows the LS-7 rear panel.

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Figure 2-3. LS-7 Rear Panel

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1. HDMI 1 (Digital)

2. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

3. RGB

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5. COMPONENT 1/SCART (RCA connectors)

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HDMI 2 (Digital)

HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting an HDMI or DVI source.

Connect the LS-7 to power here.

Provides a standard, 15-pin VGA-style connection to either an RGB or component
high-definition source, or to a personal computer. The LS-7 automatically detects the
input signal resolution.

Three BNCs for connecting component (YPbPr) video sources.

Standard- or high-definition (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p) Component
(YPrPb) input for connecting a DVD/HD-DVD/BD player, HD set-top box or other
SD/HD source. Also provides RGB input for RGBS sources.

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Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other
composite video source. Also provides composite sync input for RGBS sources.

For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.

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7. S-VIDEO

A standard S-Video input for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS
(S-VHS) VCR.

8. IR INPUT

Wired input from a Niles- or Xantech-compatible, infrared (IR) repeater system.

9. TRIGGER 2 (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)

Provides 12 (+/- 1.5) volt switched output for screen relays with 250mA current
capacity and short protection.

10. TRIGGER 1

Provides 12 (+/- 1.5) volt switched output for screen relays with 250mA current
capacity and short protection.

11. RS-232

A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater
automation/control system.

1. ON

Use this button to turn
the projector on.

2. OFF

Use this button to turn
the projector off.

3. Source Selection

Buttons (1-5):

Press to select a video
source. By default, these
buttons are assigned as
follows: 1 = HDMI 1; 2 =
HDMI 2; 3 =
Component 1; 4 =
S-Video; 5 = Video.
However, you can assign
each button to any
source you wish.

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LS-7 Remote Control

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5

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4. Cursor Keys ( , , ,
)

Use these buttons to
select items or settings,
adjust settings or switch
display patterns.

ENTER

Press to select a
highlighted menu item or
confirm a changed
setting.

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Controls and Functions

5. Aspect Ratio Selection Button
Press this button repeatedly to select one of the following aspect ratios:

16 : 9: For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.
Letterbox: For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9

screen.

4 : 3: Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 sources in the center of the screen.
4:3 Narrow: Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 sources in the center of the screen when

using an anamorphic lens.
Native: Displays source image in its native resolution without re-sizing or overscan.

6. MENU
Press this button to show or hide the OSD controls.

7. Memory Preset Buttons (M1 / M2 / M3)
Press to recall settings for the current input from one of three memory presets. By
default, these buttons are assigned as follows: M1 = User Memory
Memory
preset you wish.

8. Picture Adjustment Buttons:

Contrast

Press to adjust white level.

Brightness

Press to adjust black level.
Sharpness (SHARP)
Press to adjust sharpness.

Gamma (GAMMA)

Press to select a gamma curve.

Overscan (OS)

Press to select an overscan mode.

Noise Reduction (NR)

Press to adjust noise reduction level.

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Press momentarily to activate remote backlighting. Press and hold for five (5) seconds

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to illuminate the projector rear panel, to facilitate connecting cables in a dark room.

10. Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Controls:

PIP

Press repeatedly to activate/deactivate PIP mode or select the desired PIP image
source.

SWAP

Press to swap the PIP image with the active source image.

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3. Installation

To install batteries in the remote control:

1. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.

2. Install two AA batteries with the correct polarity.

3. Replace the cover.

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2.

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• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.

• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage.

• In most situations, you can simply point the remote control at the screen which will
reflect the IR signal from the remote back toward the IR receiver on the projector. In
some cases, however, ambient conditions may prevent this. If so, point the remote
control at the projector and try again.

• If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the
batteries with new ones.

• The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright
sunlight or fluorescent lighting.

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Notes on Batteries• Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries.

Notes on Remote Control
Operation

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• The projector’s front IR receiver has a range of approximately 40 feet (12.19 meters);
the top IR receiver has a range of approximately 20 feet (6.10 meters).
shows the reception angles of the front and top IR receivers.

90.0°

Figure 3-1

Figure 3-1. IR Reception Angles

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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the LS-7 installation process. The sections following
this one provide detailed instructions.

Note

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Step Procedure

Choose a location for the projector 14

1

Mount the projector 19

2

Connect signal sources to the LS-7 21

3

Connect external controller to RS-232 port and/or IR repeater

4

system (optional)

Connect 12-volt trigger output to retractable screen or other,

5

+12V trigger-activated equipment (optional)

Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video
installation specialist.

For Details, Refer

to page...

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3.2
Quick Setup

Change the OSD Language (optional) 28

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For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select the

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proper picture orientation

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Projector calibration: adjust the following for each input; save
settings when finished:
Aspect ratio
Brightness

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Contrast
Color level
Tint
Input position

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3.3
Installation
Considerations

Installation Type Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or

Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are
installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into
account to ensure your projector performs optimally.

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inverted mount.

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

Table 3-2 compares these various installation methods.

Advantages Considerations

Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

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• Easy to set up

• Can be moved or changed quickly

• Easy to access

Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Does not take up audience space

• Projector is unobtrusive

• Projector cannot be accidentally moved

Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation

• Projector is completely hidden

• Projector is easily accessed

• Usually good ambient light rejection

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• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

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• Usually good ambient light rejection

• Requires less space behind screen than
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Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

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images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft
of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed
out and less vibrant.

This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether or not
you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if your
image will be the right size for your screen.

You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the width of the screen and
multiplying it by the lens throw ratio; see
roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order to
project a focused image large enough to fill the screen.

Figure 3-2. The result of this calculation tells you

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Estimating Throw Distance

Throw Distance (TD) =
Screen Width (w) x Lens Throw Ratio

Screen width (w)

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Throw DistanceThrow distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen.

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Figure 3-2. Estimating Throw Distance

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Table 3-3 lists the available LS-7 Series lens options and their associated throw ratios.

Table 3-3. Throw Ratios for the LS-7 Series

Throw Range in inches, with 72.6x40.8-inch

Projector Model Throw Ratio

Standard LS-7

1.85 – 2.40 134.31 174.24

Minimum Maximum

(1.78:1) Screen

Vertical and Horizontal

Position

Standard LS-7 with
Optik A Primary Lens

Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular,

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perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.

Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way
that the lens center is aligned with either the top or bottom edge of the screen area, and
centered horizontally. See

Ceiling Installation

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Figure 3-3.

Ceiling

Projection Distance

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Floor Installation

Height

Screen

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Figure 3-3. Projector Placement

Lens Center

Lens Center

x

Projection Distance

Floor

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Lens shift is generally expressed as a percentage of the screen height or width, as shown
in

Figure 3-4 and Figure 3-5.

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Lens ShiftYou can use the lens shift controls on the projector to center the image on the screen.

Screen Center

Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular
lens or projector is used in this example.

Figure 3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only)

0%

50% Height

Lens Shift

(0.5 x H)

100% Height

Lens Shift

(1.0 x H)

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100% Width Lens Shift

(1.0 x W)

50% Width Lens Shift

(0.5 x W)

Screen Width (W)

Screen Center

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Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)

Vertical Lens Shift: The LS-7 provides up to 65% of vertical lens shift up or down. For

example, with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen, you can shift the image up to 36.40 inches
(0.92

meters) above or below the screen center.

Horizontal Lens Shift: The LS-7 provides up to 30% of horizontal lens shift left or right.
For example, with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen, you can shift the image up to 30.00
inches (0.76

meters) left or right of the screen center.

Note

1. Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height.
Horizontal shift limits are percentages of the screen width.

2. Vertical lens shift figures are for ceiling mount
configurations. For floor installations (where the projector is
upright), reverse the up/down vertical lens shift percentages.

3. The optional Optik A short-throw lens has no lens shift capability.

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used to fold the optical path, as shown in
mirror must be accurately set. If you are considering this type of installation, contact your
dealer for assistance.

Figure 3-6. The position of the projector and

Installation

Folded OpticsIn rear-screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be

Screen

Figure 3-6. Folded Optics

• Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the projector
away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause
drifts in the projector circuitry, which may affect performance.

• Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as
motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors,
speakers, power amplifiers and elevators.

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There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen
installation, one method may be more suitable than another.

level surface such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when moving a projector during a
presentation or from site to site. If possible, lock the wheels when it’s in position to prevent
it from being moved during a presentation.

For fixed installations, and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited
space for projector and audience, you can invert the LS-7 and suspend it from the ceiling
using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture.

Note

If the screen is significantly higher or lower than the projector, you can also tilt the
projector at a slight angle. In a ceiling installation, you do this by adjusting the ceiling
mount. For a floor installation, turn the adjustable feet at the bottom of the projector to
adjust the projection angle.

If you do this, you may need to vertically shift the image to compensate. For detailed
instructions, refer to

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For ceiling installations, use Runco-approved mounting hardware
and M4 screws with a maximum screw depth of 10
Install the mount kit according to the instructions provided with it.

Lens Adjustments on page 27.

mm (0.39 inch).

3.4
Mounting the LS-7

Floor Mounting (Upright)In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and

Ceiling Mounting
(Inverted)

Adjusting the Projection
Angle

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3.5

Connections to the
LS-7

Connector Panel Access Using a flat-blade screwdriver, loosen the two

Proceed as follows to connect the LS-7 to your video sources, external controller(s) – if
present – and AC power.

When connecting your equipment:

• Use the correct signal cables for each source.

• Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on
connectors that have them.

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screws holding the rear compartment cover
in place.

Then, remove the rear compartment cover by
tilting it upward.

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Connect your video sources to the LS-7 as shown and described in the sections that
follow.

HDMI/DVI Connections: See Figure 3-7.

Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest

Tip

video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain
throughout the entire signal path, from source component output
into the projector.

Connecting Source
Components to the LS-7

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Figure 3-7. HDMI/DVI Source Connections

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RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source to the RGB
input.

Optionally, if the source outputs RGB with composite sync, connect the green, blue and
red outputs to the Y, Pb and Pr terminals on the COMPONENT
sync output to the VIDEO input.

See Figure 3-8.

1/SCART input and the

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DVD Player or

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Component Video Connections: Connect your component video sources to the
COMPONENT

1/SCART, COMPONENT 2 or RGB inputs as shown in Figure 3-9.

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Figure 3-9. Component Video Connections

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Composite/S-Video Connections: Connect your Composite and S-Video sources to
the LS-7 as shown in

Figure 3-10.

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DVD Player, VCR,
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Figure 3-10. Composite and S-Video Connections

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Connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port
on the LS-7; see

For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on
page 65.

to Automation/

Control System

or PC

Figure 3-11. Use a standard, 9-pin serial cable, wired straight-through.

1

345

2

89

(none of the other pins are used)

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7

2 Transmit Data
3 Receive Data
5 Ground

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Figure 3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection

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4

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M1

GAMMA

PIP

M2

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SWAP

M3

SHARP

NR

LIGHT

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ENTER

MENU

USER MEMORY

SOURCE

Connecting 12-Volt

Trigger Output to External

Theater Equipment

If your home theater contains a retractable screen, screen mask or other 12-volt

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trigger-activated equipment, connect it to the 12-volt trigger output(s) as shown in
3-12.

Retractable Screen or other
12-volt trigger-activated
device

Sleeve = Ground

Tip = +12V

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Connecting an External IR

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Figure 3-12. 12-Volt Trigger Output Connection

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distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an external IR
repeater system to the IR INPUT on the LS-7 to extend the range of the remote control.
See

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Figure 3-13.

(3.5-mm, mini

phono plug)

IR Sensor

IR Repeater

Remote Control

Figure 3-13. External IR Receiver Connection

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to your locale.

ON

Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the projector
(AC 100V ~ 240V); see

Figure 2-3. Then, connect the other end to your AC power source.

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Connecting to AC PowerThe LS-7 ships with various types of AC power cords. Choose the one that is appropriate

1. Turn on your source components.

2. Press the ON button on the remote control to turn on the LS-7. The LED

flashes green to indicate that it is warming up.

3. When the projector is ready for use, the LED turns off.

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The LS-7 gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus.

• Press MENU on the remote control. Select Control from the Main Menu, then press
or to highlight Lens Control. Press or to highlight Focus and press ENTER.

• When no menu is present on-screen, press ENTER ( ) on the system keypad or
remote control unit.

Then, use the button to focus the projected image nearer or the button to focus the
projected image farther away.

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or to highlight Lens Control. Press or to highlight Zoom and press ENTER.

• When no menu is present on-screen, press ENTER ( ) on the system keypad or
remote control unit twice.

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Turning on the Power

3.7
Lens Adjustments

FocusTo access the motorized lens focus control, do either of the following:

ZoomTo access the motorized lens zoom control, do either of the following:

Then, use the button to make the picture larger (zoom in) or the button to make the
picture smaller (zoom out).

• Press MENU on the remote control. Select Control from the Main Menu, then press
or to highlight Lens Control. Press or to highlight Lens Shift and press ENTER.

• When no menu is present on-screen, press ENTER ( ) on the system keypad or
remote control unit three times.

Then, use the and buttons to adjust the vertical lens position or the and
buttons to adjust the horizontal lens position.

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Installing the Optional Stray Light Shield: For
installations that require significant vertical lens shift (50% or
more of the screen height), a lens shield is provided with the
LS-7 that minimizes stray light around the image.

The light shield attaches to threads at the end of the lens.
Or, if you have installed a lens filter, you can attach the light
shield to it.

To install or remove the light shield, squeeze the two side
"wings" to snap it into place or release it.

3.8

Changing the OSD
Language

Caution

When you turn on the LS-7 for the first time, the OSD Language Menu appears.

The LS-7 can display the menus in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish,
Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese or Russian.

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If the LS-7 is installed behind the screen, you must change the picture orientation to
match the installation method. To do this, press MENU on the remote control. Then,
select

System from the Main Menu.

to select Rear Projection from the System Menu. Press or to set it to On.

automatic inversion is not desired, select
Off.

Ceiling Mode from the System Menu and set it to

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Adjusting the Picture
Orientation

Rear ProjectionIf the projector is used in a rear-projection application (see Figure 3-6), press repeatedly

Ceiling ModeIf the projector is ceiling-mounted, the LS-7 automatically inverts the image. If this

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4. Operation

Press M1, M2 or M3 to recall settings from a memory preset. Then, press ENTER to
confirm your selection. Or, to cancel the operation, press
ENTER.

You can assign each of these three buttons to any of four
memory presets. For more information, refer to
M2 Key / M3 Key on page 55.

Press the aspect ratio ( ) button to select the appropriate aspect ratio for the type of
program material being viewed.

M1 Key /

to select Cancel and press

USER MEMORY

M1 M2 M3

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When you turn on the LS-7, it switches to the last
selected input and looks for a valid signal.

Use these buttons on the remote control to select an
input source directly. You can assign each of these five
buttons to any input. The default assignments are: 1 =
HDMI 1, 2 = HDMI 2, 3
Video.

For more information, refer to 1 Key / 2 Key / 3 Key / 4 Key / 5 Key on page 55.

= Component 1, 4 = S-Video, 5 =

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2 3

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4.1
Selecting Video
Memory

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Selecting an Aspect
Ratio

4.3
Selecting An Input
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4.4

Using
Picture-In-Picture (PIP)

For PIP purposes, there are three groups of inputs
separated by their display modes:

• Video (SD) group: Video, S-Video and SCART

inputs.

• Graphic (HD) group: Component 1, Component 2 and RGB inputs.

• Digital Video group: HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 inputs.

PIP shows one input from any of these groups within or beside one input from either of the
other two groups.

• Press PIP to enable the PIP function. Once enabled, press PIP repeatedly to select the

desired PIP source or turn PIP off.

• Press SWAP to swap the main and PIP images.

For more information, refer to PIP Position on page 53.

For each source, Table 4-1 shows which of the other sources are available as a PIP
source.

Table 4-1. Available Main and PIP Source Combinations

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√ √ √ √ √

SCART

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COMP 1

Main Input Source

Notes:

1. “√” means that that source is available as a PIP source with a given main source; “–” means that
it is not.

2. Disabled sources (refer to Source Enable on page 52) are not available as PIP sources.

COMP 2

RGB

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Operation

1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or system keypad to display the Main

Menu.

2. There are six menus. Press or to select a sub-menu.

3. Press or to select a sub-menu item.

4. For each sub-menu item, the currently-selected value appears in white text or is
otherwise highlighted. Press
ENTER to go to another sub-menu.

5. Press MENU to return to the previous menu.

6. From the Main Menu, press MENU to turn off the OSD menu.

The LS-7 OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on
the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be
available.

or to choose a setting for that item, or press

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Operation

Main

Advanced

Aspect Ratio

Memory

Brightness
Contrast
Color
Color Tint

Sharpness

Noise Reduction

Overscan Off, Crop or Zoom

Source Select

PIP Select

Resync (press ENTER to execute)

Color Space

Video Standard Auto, NTSC, PAL or SECAM
Gamma 2.5, 2.2, Video, 2.0 or Graphics

Color Temperature

DLP Frame Rate Auto, 48 Hz, 50 Hz or 60 Hz

Color Gamut

ConstantContrast On or Off
Adaptive Contrast On or Off

RGB Adjust

Fine Sync

16:9, 4:3, Letterbox, 4:3
Narrow or Native

Recall Memory
Save Settings
Save ISF

0 ... 50* ... 100

Sharpness
Sharpness Mode

(Simple or Advanced)
Horizontal Sharpness
Vertical Sharpness
Diagonal Sharpness
Sharpness Overshoot
Horizontal Texture
Vertical Texture
Diagonal Texture
Texture Overshoot
Noise Threshold
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction Mode

(Simple or Advanced)
General Noise Reduction
Block Artifact Reduction
Mosquito Noise Reduction

HDMI 1, HDMI 2, RGB,
Comp. 1, Comp. 2, Video,
S-Video or SCART

Off, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, RGB,
Comp. 1, Comp. 2, Video,
S-Video or SCART

Auto, REC709, REC601,
RGB-PC or RGB-Video

5500K, 6500K, 7500K, 9300K
or Native

Auto, REC709, SMPTE-C, EBU
or Native

Red / Green / Blue Offset
Red / Green / Blue Gain

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V. Position
H. Position
Phase
Tracking
Sync Level

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Source Enable On or Off for each source

PIP Position

Menu Position

System

Control

Language

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Translucent Menu

Lamp Power Economy or Standard
Blank Screen Black, Blue or White
Auto Power Off

Rear Projection
Ceiling Mode Auto, On or Off
Power On Chime On or Off
Lens Control Focus, Zoom, Lens Shift
1 Key
2 Key

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3 Key
4 Key
5 Key
M1 Key
M2 Key
M3 Key
Trigger 1
Trigger 2
Remote Code Set Set 1 or Set 2
Auto Source On or Off
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish,

Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese,
Korean, Portuguese or Russian

Model Name
Unit Serial Number
Software Version
Active/PIP Source
Pixel Clock
Signal Format
H/V Refresh Rate
Lamp Hours
Lamp Hour Reset Reset? (Yes or No)

Factory Reset

Blue Only On or Off
Test Patterns On or Off
Altitude Auto or High

Top Left, Top Right, Bottom
Left, Bottom Right,
Picture-by-Picture or
Split Screen

Top Left, Top Right, Bottom
Left, Bottom Right or Center

0% (opaque), 25%, 50% or
75%

On or OffAuto Power On

HDMI 1, HDMI 2, RGB,
Comp. 1, Comp. 2, Video,
S-Video or SCART

User Memory 1,
User Memory 2, ISF Day or
ISF Night

Lamp, 16:9, Letterbox, 4:3,
4:3 Narrow or RS-232

(read-only)

Reset Everything?
(Yes or No)

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projector functions.

Operation

MainThe LS-7 Main Menu, shown in Figure 4-2, provides access to the most commonly-used

Note

1. For best results, Runco recommends that you set

ConstantContrast to Off before adjusting Brightness, Contrast and
other image quality settings in this menu (refer to
ConstantContrast on page 48). After you have completed the
initial calibration, set ConstantContrast to On if desired.

2. Image controls only operate on the active source. To adjust the PIP
source, switch to the PIP source (thereby making it the active
source), adjust the controls and then switch back.

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Operation

Aspect Ratio: To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, press

aspect ratio for your screen size, installed lens configuration and the type of program
material being viewed, then press ENTER; refer to Table 4-2.

Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings

or to highlight Aspect Ratio. Use the or buttons to select the appropriate

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

16:9

Description

16:9 linearly scales the
source active image
horizontally and vertically
to fill a 16:9 screen.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

Geometry of Projected Image

With Standard Lens

(1.78:1 Screen)

With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen)

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4:3 linearly scales the
source active image
horizontally and vertically
to fill a 4:3 screen.

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Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Operation

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

Letterbox

4:3

Narrow

Description

Letterbox mode scales
(zooms in on) a 4:3
image linearly (by the
same amount on all
sides) to fill a 16:9
display, cropping the top
and bottom of the image.

4:3 Narrow linearly scales
the source active image
horizontally, so that a 4:3
source has the correct
aspect ratio when using
an anamorphic lens.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

16:9

Geometry of Projected Image

With Standard Lens

(1.78:1 Screen)

With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen)

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Operation

Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

Native

Description

Select Native to display
the source signal in its
native resolution,
centered in the display
area with no re-sizing or
overscan.

With SDTV and EDTV
sources, the LS-7 scales
the image horizontally to
achieve a 16:9 aspect
ratio.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

Geometry of Projected Image

With Standard Lens

(1.78:1 Screen)

1080i HDTV Image

With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen)

1080i HDTV Image

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480i SDTV Image

720p HDTV Image

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Memory: Select Memory from the Main menu, then press ENTER to recall image quality
settings previously saved, or to save changed settings in any of four memory locations.

• Recall Memory: Select Recall Memory from the Memory menu to recall saved image
quality settings. Unless you select Default (see below), this control affects all sources,
not just the active source.

• User Memory 1 and User Memory 2 contain the factory default settings when the

projector is initially turned on.

• When you recall the ISF Day or ISF Night memory settings, all settings associated

with these stored values are grayed out. This prevents unintended adjustments from
being made. To remove this restriction, choose User Memory 1 or User Memory

2.

ISF Day and ISF Night are grayed out unless these custom settings have already

been saved.

•Choose Default to restore the factory-default settings for the active source only.

The other sources are unaffected.

• Save Settings: Select Save Settings from the Memory menu to save any
image-related settings you have changed to User Memory 1 or User Memory 2.

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The following items are saved (for all sources, not just the active source):

• Brightness / Contrast

• Color / Color Tint

• Sharpness (all settings in sub-menu)

• Noise Reduction (all settings in sub-menu)

• Color Space

• Video Standard

• Gamma

• Color Temperature

• DLP Frame Rate

• Color Gamut

• ConstantContrast

• Adaptive Contrast

• RGB Adjust (all settings in sub-menu)

• Lamp Power

• Save ISF: Select Save ISF from the Memory menu to save any image-related settings
you have changed to the ISF Day or ISF Night memory location.

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Operation

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Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an
acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”)
pattern.

Figure 4-3 shows a typical PLUGE

Below Black

bove Black

Figure 4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness

PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray
areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four
shaded boxes.

Select Brightness from the Main menu. Use the or buttons to adjust the level so that:

• The darkest black bars disappear into the background.

• The dark gray areas are barely visible.

• The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.

• The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.

• The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).

Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the
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Figure 4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast

Select Contrast from the Main menu. Use the or buttons to adjust the contrast up
until the top two bars become almost the same brightness, then down just until the
brightness change between these bars is consistent with the other bars.

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Operation

Note

Color: To adjust the overall color intensity, select Color from the Main menu. Decrease
this setting if colors are overly saturated; increase it if colors appear muted or washed out.

Color Tint: Tint or “hue” is the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image. To
adjust the tint, select
toward red; increase it to shift the hue toward green.

Note

Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust
this, select Sharpness from the Main menu and press ENTER. On your external test
pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-5.

Brightness and Contrast controls are interactive. A change to one
may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the
optimum setting.

Color Tint from the Main menu. Decrease this setting to shift the hue

Like the Brightness and Contrast controls, the color and tint controls
are interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the
other in order to achieve the optimum setting.

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Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness

• Sharpness (Simple Mode): Adjust as needed, looking for white edges around the

transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines in the “sweep” patterns at the
top and bottom. Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate them.

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Operation

• Sharpness Mode: Sharpness Mode allows or prevents access to the detailed

sharpness controls in this menu.

In most cases, Simple mode provides a sufficient level of control to produce the best
picture from the most popular sources. In Simple mode, only the
slider is adjustable; the others are grayed out.

Choose Advanced mode if you need more precise control over sharpness. In
Advanced mode, only the top slider is grayed out.

• Horizontal Sharpness / Vertical Sharpness / Diagonal Sharpness: Use these

controls to enhance image detail along horizontal, vertical and diagonal edges
respectively.

• Sharpness Overshoot: Use the Sharpness Overshoot control to minimize or eliminate

rings or shadows on dominant edges that cannot be removed using the “simple”
Sharpness control.

• Horizontal Texture / Vertical Texture / Diagonal Texture / Texture Overshoot:

Use these controls to remove artifacts from textured areas that cannot be removed
using the “simple”

• Noise Threshold: The Noise Threshold setting adjusts the frequency below which the

Sharpness controls have an effect. Frequencies above the threshold are considered
“noise.”

Sharpness control.

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Generally, the higher the setting, the more noticeable the effect of any adjustments will
be.

Noise Reduction: To apply noise reduction to the source signal, select Noise Reduction
from the Main menu and press ENTER. Noise Reduction is useful for clearing up noisy
images from interlaced SD sources.

• Noise Reduction (Simple Mode): Use the or button to adjust as desired,

keeping in mind that reducing noise (which reduces high frequencies) may also soften
the image.

• Noise Reduction Mode: Noise Reduction Mode allows or prevents access to the

detailed noise reduction controls in this menu.

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In most cases, Simple mode provides a sufficient level of control to produce the best
picture from the most popular sources. In Simple mode, only the
(top-most) slider is adjustable; the others are grayed out.

Choose Advanced mode if you need more precise control over noise reduction. In
Advanced mode, only the top slider is grayed out.

• General Noise Reduction: General Noise Reduction is temporal and spatial noise

reduction for all types of inputs. The scene is analyzed for differences from frame to
frame and reduces those differences that are not determined to be motion.

• Block Artifact Reduction: Use this control to reduce or eliminate so-called “block

artifacts” in MPEG-compressed video signals (digital broadcasts or DVDs). Set it as
needed to minimize distortion within horizontal and vertical block boundaries.

• Mosquito Noise Reduction: Use this control to reduce or eliminate so-called

“mosquito noise” in MPEG-compressed video signals. Set it as needed to minimize
distortion around the edges of moving objects, moving artifacts around edges and/or
blotchy noise patterns superimposed over the objects.

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Overscan: Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older
television sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area.
effectively hides these inactive, outer edges of the image. Choose one of the following:

•Off: This setting leaves the image as-is.

• Crop: This setting adds a mask at the left and right edges of the source active image

equal to 3% of the displayed horizontal resolution, and at the top and bottom edges
equal to 3% of the displayed vertical resolution.

•Zoom: This setting adds a factor to the scaling of the source active image so that the
vertical and horizontal resolutions are 106% of the size determined by the aspect ratio
function. Anything outside of the original image area is removed.

Overscan

Operation

Note

When the Aspect Ratio is set to Native, set Overscan to Off or Crop.

Figure 4-6 illustrates the effect of each overscan setting for each aspect ratio.

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Figure 4-6. Overscan Examples

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= Source Image Area

= Edge Noise

= Screen (16:9)

Operation

Source Select: To select a video source, press or to highlight Source Select, then
press ENTER. This displays the Source Select sub-menu, shown in Figure 4-7.

The default source selection is HDMI 1. All sources that are not available per the source
enable function (refer to

Source Enable on page 52) are grayed out.

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Figure 4-7. Source Select Sub-Menu

PIP Select: To select a PIP (secondary) video source, press or to highlight PIP

Select, then press ENTER. The default PIP selection is Off.

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All sources that cannot be used for PIP due to a shared electronic path with the Active
source are grayed out. The PIP source is a saved setting for each source, like brightness
and contrast.

If for some reason the current PIP source becomes invalid (by disabling it in the source
enable menu, for instance),

Resync: If the projected image becomes unstable or degraded, press or to highlight
Resync, then press ENTER. This causes a re-acquisition of the active source and the PIP
source, if present. It also changes any Fine Sync settings (described on page page 49) for
this timing to the default setting.

PIP Select automatically resets to Off.

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adjustments.

Operation

AdvancedUse the controls in the Advanced menu, shown in Figure 4-8, to perform advanced image

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Figure 4-8. LS-7 Advanced Menu

Color Space: Select Color Space from the Advanced menu to choose the color space of

the source signal for HDMI, RGB, and component connections.

• The default setting, Auto, functions as follows:

• HDMI: If the Auxiliary Video Information (AVI) infoframe contains color space and/or

range data, the LS-7 uses that information. Otherwise, for RGB sources, the LS-7
uses the RGB-Video color space. For component SDTV and EDTV resolutions,
REC601 is used. For other component video resolutions, REC709 is used.

• RGB: If Hsync or Vsync signals are present, the LS-7 uses the RGB-PC color

space. Otherwise, REC601 is used for SDTV and EDTV sources, and REC709 for
all other sources.

• Component: For SDTV and EDTV resolutions, the LS-7 uses the REC601 color

space. For all other resolutions REC709 is used.

In most cases, the Auto setting determines the correct color space to use. If it does not,
you can force the LS-7 to use a specific color space. Choose one of the following:

• REC709 sets the color space matrix to that defined in ITU-R BT.709.

• REC601 sets the color space matrix to that defined in ITU-R BT.601.

• RGB-PC uses RGB color space and sets black at 0,0,0 RGB and white at
255,255,255 RGB, assuming an 8-bit image.

• RGB-Video uses RGB color space and sets black at 16,16,16 RGB and white at
235,235,235, assuming an 8-bit image, to correspond to the luminance values defined
in digital component standards.

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Operation

Video Standard: Select Video Standard from the Advanced menu to specify the color
system for composite video or S-Video input signals.

Different countries use different formats for video signals. Select the appropriate Video
Standard for your region:

•Auto: The color systems are automatically identified and the format is set accordingly.

• PAL: This is the standard used in Europe, Australia and many other parts of the world,

typically with a 50Hz frame rate.

•SECAM: This is a standard format used mainly in France and Russia.

•NTSC: This is the standard format used mainly in the United States and Japan.

Gamma: Select Gamma from the Advanced menu to choose a DLP de-gamma curve.

Used correctly, the Gamma control can improve contrast while maintaining good details
for blacks and whites.

If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see
details in dark areas, lower the gamma setting to compensate. This improves contrast
while maintaining good details for blacks. Conversely, if the image is washed out and
unnatural, with excessive detail in black areas, increase the setting.

• 2.5 sets the gamma to a 2.5 power law.

• 2.2 sets the gamma to a 2.2 power law.

• Video is similar to 2.2 gamma but differs in dark areas of the image to correspond to

the function that video cameras use to create images.

• 2.0 sets the gamma to a 2.0 power law.

• Graphics should only be used for computer presentations that require increased

brightness at the cost of grayscale accuracy.

Color Temperature: Color temperature defines the “color of gray;” that is, adjusts the
75% white point to various color points.

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menu. Then, press or to select 5500K, 6500K, 7500K, 9300K or Native. The default
setting, 6500K, is appropriate for most situations. Higher settings produce a “bluer”
picture; lower ones impart a reddish hue to the image. Select Native to disable white

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DLP Frame Rate: Select DLP Frame Rate from the Advanced menu to choose the
output frame rate. You can have the LS-7 automatically determine the optimum frame
rate, or you can force it to use a specific frame rate.

Operation

Note

• The default setting, Auto, frame locks to the main source if it has a vertical refresh rate
of between 48 and 62Hz. Vertical refresh rates of from 24 to 31Hz are doubled. Frame
rates between 31 and 48Hz and greater than 62Hz are converted to 60Hz.

• Select 48Hz to force the output frame rate to 48Hz. Use this setting to eliminate 2:3
pull-down judder with 60Hz film-based sources.

• 50Hz and 60Hz force the output frame rate to 50Hz and 60Hz respectively.

Color Gamut: Select Color Gamut from the Advanced menu to select a color gamut
(range) that may be different from the default color gamut.

Each setting defines the precise hue of each primary (red, green and blue) and secondary
(yellow, cyan and magenta) color component used to generate the millions of colors
produced in displays. Changing either or both of these numbers changes the hue of the
color and relocates the “triangle” for possible colors. For example, changing the x/y
coordinates for red moves the color closer to either orange or violet, which in turn affects
all displayed colors having a red component.

• Auto automatically chooses the appropriate color gamut:

• SMPTE C for NTSC, 480i and 480p sources.

• EBU for PAL, SECAM, 576i and 576p sources.

• REC709 for all other sources.

• REC709 chooses the REC709 color gamut.

• Select SMPTE-C to choose the SMPTE-C color gamut.

• Select EBU to choose the EBU color gamut.

• Select Native to use REC709 for cyan, magenta, and yellow and uncorrected values
for red, green, and blue.

Table 4-3 lists the x- and y-coordinates for each primary and secondary color component.

If PIP is active, the LS-7 converts the PIP source frame rate to the
same frame rate as the main source.

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Table 4-3. x/y Color Gamut Values

Color Gamut Settings and Associated x/y Values

Primary

Color

Red 0.640 0.330 0.635 0.340 0.640 0.330

Yellow 0.419 0.505 0.421 0.506 0.418 0.502

Green 0.300 0.600 0.305 0.595 0.290 0.600

Cyan 0.225 0.329 0.228 0.326 0.220 0.329

Blue 0.150 0.060 0.155 0.070 0.150 0.060

Magenta 0.321 0.154 0.318 0.162 0.328 0.158

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REC709 SMPTE “C” EBU

x y x y x y

Operation

ConstantContrast: Select ConstantContrast from the Advanced menu to enable (On) or
disable (Off) the ConstantContrast actuator in the optical engine. ConstantContrast uses
a dynamic iris that modulates light to the DMD based on the actual content of the video
material. Runco recommends that you disable
Brightness, Contrast or other image settings.

Adaptive Contrast: Adaptive Contrast enhancement expands the light and dark portions
of an output image according to the mean luminance of the input image.

RGB Adjust: To remove any trace of color from the white areas of the projected image,
choose
Adjust sub-menu, shown in Figure 4-9.

RGB Adjust from the Advanced menu and press ENTER. This displays the RGB

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Figure 4-9. RGB Adjust Sub-Menu

•Gain: Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the

image. A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white
areas, such as an 80 IRE “window” pattern. If the white areas contain traces of red,
green or blue, decrease the Gain for that color.

•Offset: Use the Offset controls in the RGB Adjust sub-menu to correct color

imbalances in the dark areas of the image. A good way to do this is to use a test
pattern consisting mostly of dark gray areas, such as a 30 IRE “window” pattern. If the
gray areas contain traces of red, green or blue, decrease the Offset for that color.

The Gain controls increase or decrease the full-scale input range; the Offset controls
shift the entire range, resulting in a change in brightness.

Note

Generally, higher Gain settings reduce the image contrast; higher
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Fine Sync: To fine-tune the position and other image attributes, choose Fine Sync from
the Advanced menu and press ENTER. This displays the Fine Sync sub-menu, shown in
Figure 4-10.

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Figure 4-10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu

• V Position: This control adjusts the vertical position of the image within the designated

image area, up to 25 per cent of the image height up or down.

•H Position: This control adjusts the horizontal position of the image within the
designated image area, up to 25 per cent of the image width left or right.

• Phase (RGB or Component sources): This control adjusts the phase of the pixel
sampling clock relative to the incoming signal. Adjust the phase when an RGB or
Component image still shows shimmer or “noise” after Tracking has been optimized.

Tip

For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear
pattern of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image. Adjust the
slidebar until the image stabilizes and each pixel is clearly defined. You may notice that
you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in such cases.

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shimmer from a video or HDTV source persists, use the Noise
Reduction controls (described on page 42) to remove
high-frequency noise from the signal.

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Operation

• Tracking (RGB or Component sources): Tracking determines the frequency of the

pixel sampling clock, indicated by the number of incoming pixels per line, so that all
pixels generated by a particular source are sampled.

Steady flickering or several soft vertical stripes or bands across the entire image
indicates poor pixel tracking. Proper pixel tracking helps ensure that the image quality
is consistent across the screen, that aspect ratio is maintained and that pixel phase
(see above) can be optimized.

• Sync Level (Component sources only): Select Sync Level to adjust the voltage level

of the LS-7 Sync signal detection circuitry.

Sync Level adjustment is occasionally necessary when a DVD player or HDTV source
signal drops “below black” (for example, during scenes with explosions or when
subtitles are present) and causes the projector to temporarily lose sync. If the
Level from the source is persistently too low, the projector won’t sync with the source
at all.

The range is from 50 to 256 millivolts (mV) inclusive. The default setting is 240 mV and
should rarely require adjustment.

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the display orientation and perform other, common installation tasks.

Operation

SystemUse the controls in the System menu, shown in Figure 4-11, to adjust the lamp, change

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Figure 4-11. LS-7 System Menu

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Operation

Source Enable: To enable or disable selection of a source, choose Source Enable from
the System menu and press ENTER. This displays the Source Enable sub-menu, shown
in Figure 4-12.

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Figure 4-12. Source Enable Sub-Menu

• HDMI 1/HDMI 2: Enables or disables the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 sources.

• RGB: Enables or disables the RGB source.

• Comp 1/Comp 2: Enables or disables the Component 1 and Component 2 sources.

• Video: Enables or disables the Composite video source.

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• S-Video: Enables or disables the S-Video source.

• SCART: Enables or disables the SCART RGBS source.

Note

If either Component 1 or Video is enabled, SCART must be disabled.

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PIP Position: To change the position of the PIP image, choose PIP Position from the
System menu; see Figure 4-13. Choose one of the following:

• Top Left: This places the PIP source into a 427x240 designated image area at the top
left of the screen.

• Top Right: This places the PIP source into a 427x240 designated image area at the
top right of the screen.

• Bottom Left: This places the PIP source into a 427x240 designated image area at the
bottom left of the screen-safe area of the DMD.

• Bottom Right: This places the PIP source into a 427x240 designated image area at
the bottom right of the screen-safe area of the DMD.

• Picture-By-Picture: This reduces the designated image area of the Active source to
614x345 and places it next to the PIP source, which is also in a 614x345 image area.
These two images are centered on the screen.

• Split Screen: This is a special mode in which the active source is also used as the PIP
source and placed in a PIP area equal to half the display on the left side. This results in
the right half of the image being the active source and the left half is the PIP source.
The LS-7 applies the User Memory 2 settings to the PIP image.

Split-screen mode is useful for viewing “before” and “after” settings for Sharpness,
Noise Reduction and other advanced image parameters. See

Figure 4-14.

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DMD Area 1280x720

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614x345 614x345

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Figure 4-13. PIP and PBP areas for 720p Display

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Figure 4-14. PIP Split-Screen Mode

Menu Position: Select Menu Position from the System menu to change the OSD menu

position. The default setting is “ “ (top left).

Translucent Menu: Select Translucent Menu from the System menu to adjust the
degree of translucence (show-through) in the menus and message boxes. 0% means that
the menus are opaque. The default setting is 25%.

Lamp Power: Select Lamp Power from the System menu to adjust the lamp output level.
You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible (260W; this is the default setting) or
you can choose the Economy (230W) setting. Generally, lower lamp output prolongs the
life of the lamp, but decreases brightness. This setting is per source, not global, so it can
be saved like other user settings.

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Blank Screen: Select Blank Screen from the System menu to choose the color of the
blank screen that appears when no source signal is present. The options are Black, Blue
and White. The default is Black.

Auto Power Off: Set Auto Power Off to On to have the LS-7 turn itself off after 20
minutes of inactivity (no source signal present).

Auto Power On: Setting Auto Power On to On causes the projector to automatically
power up when AC power is present. If the projector is plugged into a switched AC outlet,
this allows the projector to be turned on using a wall switch instead of the remote control
unit. If you do not need this capability, set
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Auto Power On to Off (this is the default

Rear Projection: This control reverses all images and menus, and is necessary when the
projector is used in rear-projection applications. The default is Off.

Ceiling Mode: This control flips the image so the projector can be used in ceiling

mounted installations. The default setting, Auto, automatically determines the orientation
using an internal sensor.

Power On Chime: This controls the audible chime at startup.

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projector.

Operation

ControlSelect Control from the Main Menu to set various options related to control of the

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Figure 4-15. LS-7 Control Menu

Lens Control: Select Lens Control from the Control menu to perform lens adjustments

(focus, zoom and lens shift). For detailed instructions, refer to Lens Adjustments on
page 27.

1 Key / 2 Key / 3 Key / 4 Key / 5 Key: These menu items assign the function of the
keys numbered 1 through 5 on the remote.

There are eight sources corresponding to the eight connections to the projector. When
you assign a source to a numbered key, the projector immediately goes to that source
when the key assigned to it is pressed.

If the chosen source is disabled via the Source Enable menu (refer to page 52), this setting
has no effect.

M1 Key / M2 Key / M3 Key: These menu items assign which memory setting to recall
when the M1, M2 or M3 key on the remote is pressed.

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Operation

Trigger 1: Select Trigger 1 from the Control menu to specify when the Trigger 1 port
outputs 12 volts. There is a three-second delay before activation to prevent operation
while selecting an aspect ratio.

• Lamp causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the lamp is on.

• 16:9 causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the 16:9 aspect ratio is chosen.

• Letterbox causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the Letterbox aspect ratio is

chosen. The output stops if PIP is enabled (PIP source is set to anything other than off).

• 4:3 causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the 4:3 aspect ratio is chosen. The

output stops if PIP is enabled (PIP source is set to anything other than off).

• 4:3 Narrow causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the 4:3 Narrow aspect ratio is

chosen. The output stops if PIP is enabled (that is, the PIP source is set to anything
other than off).

• RS232 causes the port to output 12 volts when an RS232 screen trigger 1 “on”

command is received and stop when a trigger 1 “off” command is received. The 12 volt
output also stops when the projector is turned off.

Trigger 2: Select Trigger 2 from the Control menu to configure the Trigger 2 output.
Trigger 2 operates identically to Trigger 1.

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Remote Code Set: Select Remote Code Set from the Control menu to specify the
remote IR code set to which the LS-7 responds. The default is Set-1. Choose Set-2 if
other equipment in the theater responds to commands from the LS-7 remote control in
ways that are unexpected or undesirable.

When you select a different remote code set on the LS-7, you must re-program the
remote control unit to use that same code set. To do this, press and hold the LIGHT and
ENTER buttons simultaneously for approximately five seconds. When the code set has
changed, the remote control back-lighting “blinks” to visually confirm the change.

Table 6-1 lists the IR codes associated with each remote control button.

Auto Source: This control chooses whether or not to scan for other active sources if the
current source is not available. The default setting is Off.

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The LS-7 can display the menus in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish,
Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese or Russian.

Operation

LanguageSelect Language from the Main Menu to change the OSD Language.

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Operation

Service Access the Service Menu, shown in Figure 4-16, to view information that uniquely

➤

identifies your projector and indicates its current operational status:

• Model Name

• Unit Serial Number

• Software Version

• Active/PIP Source

• Pixel Clock

• Signal Format

• H/V Refresh Rate

• Lamp Hours (number of lamp hours elapsed since the last reset)

Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this information will help them
answer your questions and/or resolve product performance issues.

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Figure 4-16. LS-7 Service Menu

You can also perform various maintenance tasks, such as resetting the lamp hour
counter, from this menu.

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Lamp Hour Reset: When you replace the projector lamp (refer to Lamp Replacement
on page 61), you should also reset the lamp hour counter. To do this, select Lamp Hour
Reset from the Service menu, then press ENTER. Press ENTER again to confirm the
reset. Or, to cancel the operation, press on the remote to highlight No, then press
ENTER.

Operation

Note

WARNING

Factory Reset: Select Factory Reset from the Service menu to restore all projector
settings – except those listed below – to their factory-default values:

•Lamp Hours

• User Memory 1 / User Memory 2

•ISF Day

•ISF Night

• Model Name / Serial Number

• Language

Blue Only: This feature removes all red and green color information from the image, and
is useful for color-calibrating the projector or other video components.

Test Patterns: The LS-7 has numerous internal test patterns that are useful to
technicians for advanced calibration, measurement and fault isolation purposes. To
access them, select

Reset the Lamp Hour counter ONLY after you replace the lamp.
Otherwise, the reported “Lamp Hours” will be inaccurate.

Do not exceed the recommended lamp life. An old lamp becomes
increasingly fragile and prone to sudden failure.

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Test Patterns from the Service menu and set it to On.

The available test patterns are:

•White

• Black

•Red

•Green

• Blue

•Cyan

• Magenta

• Yellow

• ANSI Checkerboard

• Horizontal Gray Ramp

•Focus Grid

Press or on the remote control unit or built-in keypad to cycle through the test
patterns.

The OSD menus are not available when in “test pattern” mode.

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Operation

To turn test patterns off, press any key other than or on the remote control unit or
built-in keypad.

Altitude: Select Altitude from the Service Menu to control the operation of the projector’s
cooling fan.

In most cases, the default setting (Auto) will maintain the correct operating temperature. If
the lamp frequently turns off due to overheating, or in certain high-altitude operating
environments, you may need to change this setting to High.

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically between 2000
and 4000 hours depending on the
degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Runco dealer to obtain a replacement
lamp.

1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool

down for approximately 60 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for
replacement.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, loosen

the two screws holding the rear
compartment cover in place.

3. Remove the rear compartment cover

by tilting it upward.

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Lamp Replacement

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4. Loosen the screw on the lamp cover

and pull the lamp cover out.

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5. Loosen the two screws on the lamp

module.

6. Pull the lamp module handle firmly to

remove the lamp module.

7. Perform Steps 6 through 2 (in reverse

order) to install the new lamp module.

8. Turn on the power and reset the lamp

timer.

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5.2

Troubleshooting Tips

Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the LS-7. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you
encounter an issue not described here, please contact Runco Technical Support.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

The projector does not turn
on.

The projector does not turn
back on after it was powered
off.

The remote control does not
work correctly.

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• The LS-7 is not plugged in
or the AC outlet is not
active.

• Lamp cover is not securely
attached.

• The projector will not turn
on for two minutes after
power-off, to protect the
lamp.

• The batteries have run out.

• IR code set mismatch
between remote control
unit and projector.

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• Ensure that the LS-7 is
plugged in and that the AC
outlet is active.

• Securely attach the lamp
cover.

• Wait until the LS-7
completes its cool-down
(POWER LED lights solid
green).

• Replace the batteries.

• Press and hold the LIGHT
and ENTER remote
control buttons
simultaneously until the
remote control
back-lighting “blinks”
(approximately five
seconds). Then, try again.

The projector is on and OSD
menus appear, but there is no
video image on-screen.

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A projected image from a
DVD is split or otherwise
scrambled.

Image is blurred. • The lens is not correctly

Image is too bright and/or
lacks definition in the bright
areas of the image.

Image appears “washed out”
and/or dark areas appear too
bright.

Note: You can obtain more detailed information about the cause of the error condition using
RS-232 commands. Refer to

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• Incorrect source selection.

• Source component is not
turned on.

• Source component is
connected incorrectly or
not at all.

• DVD player is connected
to the Component input
and set to progressive
scan mode.

focused.

• Contrast is set too high. • Lower the contrast setting.

• Brightness is set too high. • Lower the brightness

RS-232 Error Codes on page 76 for more information.

• Select the correct source.

• Turn on the source.

• Check cable connection
from source component to
projector.

• Turn off progressive scan
on the DVD player.

• Adjust the focus.

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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Colors in the image are
swapped; for example, reds
appear blue or vice versa.

LED is flashing alternating
green and red.

LED is flashing red. • LS-7 internal temperature

LED lights solid red. • Fans are not working

Note: You can obtain more detailed information about the cause of the error condition using
RS-232 commands. Refer to RS-232 Error Codes on page 76 for more information.

•The Red/Pr, Green/Y or
Blue/Pb outputs from the
source are connected to
the wrong inputs on the
LS-7.

• The lamp cover is open.

• The lamp has failed or
exceeded its usage life.

is too high.

properly or power-on
self-test has failed (Note).

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• Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct LS-7 input.

• Close the lamp cover.

• Replace the lamp with a
new one.

• Power off the LS-7 and
allow it to cool down.
Ensure that the intake and
exhaust vents are not
blocked. Turn the
projector back on. If the
problem persists, please
contact Runco Technical
Support for assistance.

• Please contact Runco
Technical Support for
assistance.

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Serial Communications

6. Serial Communications

To interface the LS-7 with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running
terminal emulation software:

1. Connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-11.

2. Start a terminal session on your PC using a terminal-emulation program, such as
HyperTerminal.

3. Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: 38400 bps, no parity, 8
data bits, 1 stop bit and no flow control.

4. Type ky or op followed by a command from among those listed in Table 6-1 or
Table 6-2 and press <Enter>. For example, to change the aspect ratio to Letterbox,
type op aspect = 1<Enter>.

Serial commands to the LS-7 take the following form:

• Commands are in ASCII format.

• Spaces and tabs can be used to improve readability and are ignored by the projector.

• All commands must end with a carriage return (ASCII hex 0D) to signify that the
projector can now read and execute the command.

• Commands are not case-sensitive.

The LS-7 supports two types of commands: key commands and operation commands.
Key commands mimic pressing a button on the remote control. Operation commands tell
the projector exactly what to do.

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6.1
RS-232 Connection
and Port Configuration

6.2
Serial Command
Syntax

All commands start with 2 letters:

ky for key commands.

op for operations commands.

ky <keyname>[CR]

Some key command examples:

ky menu[CR] Bring up or cancel menu display.

ky mem.sw[CR] Switch to next user memory.

ky asp.16.9[CR] Apply 16:9 aspect ratio.

The response from the projector for key commands will be the same command in
UPPERCASE.

Input: ky mem.sw[CR]

Response: KY MEM.SW [CR]

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Key CommandsThe syntax for key commands is simple:

Serial Communications

Table 6-1 lists the serial command key names and IR codes.

Table 6-1. Serial Command Key Names and IR Codes

RS232

Keyname

pow.on

src.sw

pow.off

menu

enter

cur.down

cur.up

cur.left

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(none) 0x02 0xB8 Switch to the next source.

MENU

ENT ER

▼

▲

IR Code

Set 1 Set 2

0x01 0xB7 Turn power on.

0x09 0xB9 Turn power off.

0x15 0xBA Bring up or cancel menu display.

0x17 0xBB Keypad enter.

0x18 0xBC Keypad down arrow.

0x1A 0xBD Keypad up arrow.

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0x1D 0xBE Keypad left arrow.

Description

cur.righ

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bright

contrast

sharp

nr

resync

gam.sw

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0x1F 0xBF Keypad right arrow.

▼

0x80 0xC0 Bring up or cancel brightness slider.

0x81 0xC1 Bring up or cancel contrast slider.

SHARP

NR

(none) 0x84 0xC4 Force reacquisition of active and PIP

GAM MA

0x82 0xC2 Bring up or cancel sharpness slider.

0x83 0xC3 Bring up or cancel noise reduction slider.

source

0x85 0xC5 Switch to the next gamma.

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Table 6-1. Serial Command Key Names and IR Codes (continued)

Serial Communications

RS232

Keyname

gam.crt

gam.film

gam.vide

gam.brig

gam.pc

src.1

src.2

src.3

src.4

src.5

bla.tog

Remote Button

(none) 0x86 0xC6 Switch to CRT gamma.

(none) 0x87 0xC7 Switch to Film gamma.

(none) 0x88 0xC8 Switch to Video gamma.

(none) 0x89 0xC9 Switch to Bright Room gamma.

(none) 0x8A 0xCA Switch to PC gamma.

1

2

3

4

5

(none) 0x90 0xD0 Toggles between blank screen and regular

IR Code

Set 1 Set 2

0x8B 0xCB Switch the active source to source 1.

0x8C 0xCC Switch the active source to source 2.

0x8D 0xCD Switch the active source to source 3.

0x8E 0xCE Switch the active source to source 4.

0x8F 0xCF Switch the active source to source 5.

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Description

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bla.on

bla.off

osc.sw

osc.zoom

osc.crop

osc.off

mem.sw

mem.1

mem.2

mem.3

isf.day

isf.nigh

asp.sw

(none) 0x91 0xD1 Turn blank screen on.

(none) 0x92 0xD2 Turn blank screen off.

OS

(none) 0x94 0xD4 Switch to Overscan Zoom.

(none) 0x95 0xD5 Switch to Overscan Crop.

(none) 0x96 0xD6 Switch to Overscan Off.

(none) 0x97 0xD7 Switch to the next user memory.

M1

M2

M3

(none) 0x9B 0xDB Recall ISF Day user memory.

(none) 0x9C 0xDC Recall ISF Night user memory.

0x93 0xD3 Switch to the next Overscan mode.

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0x98 0xD8 Recall user memory associated with the M1

0x99 0xD9 Recall user memory associated with the M2

0x9A 0xDA Recall user memory associated with the M3

0x9D 0xDD Switch to the next aspect ratio.

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Table 6-1. Serial Command Key Names and IR Codes (continued)

RS232

Keyname

asp.16.9

asp.4.3

asp.lett

asp.narr

pip.sw

pip.1

pip.2

pip.3

pip.4

pip.5

pip.off

pip.swap

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(none) 0x9E 0xDE Apply 16:9 aspect ratio to the active

(none) 0x9F 0xDF Apply 4:3 aspect ratio to the active source.

(none) 0xA0 0xE0 Apply Letterbox aspect ratio to the active

(none) 0xA1 0xE1 Apply 4:3 Narrow aspect ratio to the active

PIP

(none) 0xA4 0xE4 Change “PIP Select” to source 1.

(none) 0xA5 0xE5 Change “PIP Select” to source 2.

(none) 0xA6 0xE6 Change “PIP Select” to source 3.

(none) 0xA7 0xE7 Change “PIP Select” to source 4.

(none) 0xA8 0xE8 Change “PIP Select” to source 5.

(none) 0xA9 0xE9 Change “PIP Select” to off.

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IR Code

Set 1 Set 2

source.

source.

source.

0xA3 0xE3 Switch to next “PIP Select” state.

0xAA 0xEA Swap the PIP image with the active source

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image.

Description

pow.tog

lit.tog

(none) 0xAC 0xEC Toggles between power on and power off.

LIGHT

0xAD 0xED Activates remote backlighting only when

pressed momentarily. When held for five
seconds or more, the IR code for toggling
the projector I/O panel light is transmitted.

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Operations Commands Operations commands allow more flexible and direct control of the projector. The syntax

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for operations commands is as follows:

op <operation> <command>[CR]

(Precede <operation> and <command> with a space.)

The command type can be one of 5 functions:

Operations Control Commands

Function Command Action on unit

Set

Get

Increment

= <value>

?

+

Makes the unit take that value.

Asks what the current value is.

Adds 1 to the current value.

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Decrement

Execute

Table 6-2 lists the valid operations commands. For all but Execute functions, the response
from the projector is the command and “= <value>” where <value> is the current value or
“NA” if the value is not available. For Execute functions the response is the same
command. All responses are in UPPERCASE.

Some operations command examples:

Input: op bright ? [CR]

Response: OP BRIGHT = 100 [CR]

Input: op bright + [CR]

Response: OP BRIGHT = 101 [CR]

Input: op bright = 127 [CR]

Response: OP BRIGHT = 127 [CR]

Input: op bright - [CR]

Response: OP BRIGHT = 126 [CR]

Input: op resync [CR]

-

(none)

Subtracts 1 from the current value.

Performs an action such as a reset.

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Input: op sharp.mode = 1 [CR]

Response: OP SHARP.MODE = 1 [CR]

Input: op sharp.simple = 50 [CR]

Response: OP SHARP.SIMPLE = NA [CR]

Input: op sharp.simple ? [CR]

Response: OP SHARP.SIMPLE = NA [CR]

The last three commands show what happens when a control is grayed out. In this case,
the sharpness mode was set to advanced (value = 1) and then the simple sharpness slider
was attempted to be adjusted and queried. The response was “NA” or not available.

Table 6-2. Serial Commands

Operation Commands Values Notes

aspect = ?

memory = ?

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0 = 16:9
1 = Letterbox
2 = 4:3
3 = 4:3 Narrow
4 = Native

0 = User Memory 1
1 = User Memory 2
2 = ISF Day
3 = ISF Night
4 = Default

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? only returns a value if
ISF Day or ISF Night is
active, otherwise it returns
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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

save.mem =

save.isf =

bright = ? + -

contrast = ? + -

saturat = ? + -

tint = ? + -

sharp.simple = ? + -

sharp.mode = ?

horiz.sharp = ? + -

vert.sharp = ? + -

diag.sharp = ? + -

sharp.over = ? + -

horiz.text = ? + -

vert.text = ? + -

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0 = User Memory 1
1 = User Memory 2

0 = ISF Day
1 = ISF Night

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 = Simple
1 = Advanced

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

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diag.text = ? + -

text.over = ? + -

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noise.thresh = ? + -

nr.simple = ? + -

nr.mode = ?

nr.general = ? + -

block.reduct = ? + -

mosq.noise = ? + -

overscan = ?

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 = Simple
1 = Advanced

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 - 200

0 = Off
1 = Crop
2 = Zoom

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

Serial Communications

source.sel = ?

pip.select = ?

resync (execute)

color.space = ?

0 = HDMI 1
1 = HDMI 2
2 = RGB
3 = YPrPb 1
4 = YPrPb 2
5 = S-Video
6 = Video
7 = SCART

0 = Off
1 = HDMI 1
2 = HDMI 2
3 = RGB
4 = YPrPb 1
5 = YPrPb 2
6 = S-Video
7 = Video
8 = SCART

0 = Auto
1 = REC709
2 = REC601
3 = RGB-PC
4 = RGB-Video

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video.stand = ?

gamma = ?

color.temp = ?

dlp.frame = ?

color.gamut = ?

0 = Auto
1 = NTSC
2 = PAL
3 = SECAM

0 = CRT
1 = Film

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2 = Video
3 = Bright
4 = Graphics

0 = 5500K
1 = 6500K
2 = 7500K
3 = 9300K

0 = Auto
2 = 48 Hz
3 = 50 Hz
4 = 60 Hz

0 = Auto
1 = REC709
2 = SMPTE C
3 = EBU
4 = Native

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

ccont = ?

focus + -

zoom + -

vert.offset + -

horiz.offset + -

red.off = ? + -

green.off = ? + -

blue.off = ? + -

red.gain = ? + -

green.gain = ? + -

blue.gain = ? + -

vert.pos = ? + -

horiz.pos = ? + -

phase = ? + -

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tracking = ? + -

0 = Off
1 = On

0-200

0-200

0-200

0-200

0-200

0-200

0-200

0-200

0-200

0-200

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sync.level = ? + -

pip.pos = ?

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lamp.pow = ?

menu.pos = ?

trans.menu = ?

0-200

0 = Top left
1 = Top right
2 = Bottom left
3 = Bottom right
4 = Picture by picture
5 = Split screen

0 = Economy
1 = Standard

0 = Top left
1 = Top right
2 = Bottom left
3 = Bottom right
4 = Center

0 = 0%
1 = 25%
2 = 50%
3 = 75%

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

Serial Communications

blank.screen = ?

auto.pow.off = ?

auto.pow.on = ?

rear.proj = ?

ceil.mode = ?

power.chime = ?

1.key

2.key

3.key

4.key

5.key

= ?

0 = Black
1 = Blue
2 = White
3 = Logo

0 = Off
1 = On

0 = Off
1 = On

0 = Off
1 = On

0 = Off
1 = On
2 = Auto

0 = Off
1 = On

0 = HDMI 1
1 = HDMI 2
2 = RGB
3 = YPrPb 1
4 = YPrPb 2
5 = S-video
6 = Video
7 = SCART

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m1.key

m2.key

m3.key

trig.1

trig.2

remote.set = ?

auto.source = ?

model.name ?

ser.number ?

soft.version ?

= ?

= ?

0 = User Memory 1
1 = User Memory 2
2 = ISF Day
3 = ISF Night

PRE

0 = Lamp
1 = 16:9
2 = Letterbox
3 = 4:3
4 = 4:3 Narrow
5 = RS232

0 = Set 1
1 = Set 2

0 = Off
1 = On

<string>

<string>

<string>

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

act.source

pip.source

h.refresh ?

v.refresh ?

pixel.clock ?

signal ?

lamp.hours ?

total.hours ?

environment ?

lamp.reset (execute)

fact.reset (execute)

blue.only =

L

?

IMINAR

0 = HDMI 1
1 = HDMI 2
2 = RGB
3 = YPrPb 1
4 = YPrPb 2
5 = S-video
6 = Video
7 = SCART

<number> kHz

<number> Hz

<number> MHz

<string>

<number>

<number>

<string> temperatures

0 = Off
1 = On

Y

pattern =

PRE

language = ?

0 = White
1 = Black
2 = Red
3 = Green
4 = Blue
5 = Cyan
6 = Magenta
7 = Yellow
8 = ANSI Checkerboard
9 = Horizontal Gray Ramp
10 = Focus Grid

0 = English
1 = French
2 = German
3 = Italian
4 = Spanish
5 = Swedish
6 = Chinese-Simplified
7 = Chinese-Traditional
8 = Japanese
9 = Korean
10= Portuguese
11 = Russian

OSD language only

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

Serial Communications

status ?

errcode ?

msgbox = ?

cal.text1
cal.text2
cal.text3

=

0 = Standby
1 = Powering Up
2 = Displaying
3 = Cooling Down
4 = Error

Refer to RS-232 Error
Codes, below.

0 = On
1 = Off

Up to 30 characters. The LS-7 start-up screen

IMINAR

L

This control enables or
disables the display of
power off, source and
adjustment message
boxes (brightness, con
trast etc.). Default value is
ON.

is customizable with three
lines of text of up to 30
characters each. This text
appears below the “CALI
BRATED FOR:” text in the
logo screen. The allow­able characters are all
numbers, letters (upper­case and lowercase),
spaces, and symbols
available in the ASCII code
set.

-

Y

-

PRE

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RS-232 Error Codes If an errcode ? command returns one of the following values, you have encountered a

➤

likely system error requiring the attention of a qualified service technician. Try resetting the
projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Refer to
and contact your dealer if the problem persists.

The specific code number identifies the source of the error detected, and is particularly
useful in cases where the projector is far away. For example, the code “7” means that
Fan

1 has failed.

Table 6-3. RS-232 Error Codes

Error Code LED Indication Description

0

1

2

4

6

7

8

Inlet NTC thermal sensor is over temperature.

DMD NTC thermal sensor is over temperature.

Lamp 1 over temperature.

Ballast 1 over temperature.

Fan failure upon system power-up.

Fan 1 failed.

Fan 2 failed.

Y

Table 6-3

9

10

11

12

15

PRE

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

IMINAR

L

Fan 3 failed.

Fan 4 failed.

Fan 5 failed.

Fan 6 failed.

DDP3021 communication failure upon system
power-up.

Lamp failed to ignite (three attempts) upon system
power-up.

Lamp failed during operation.

Ballast UART communication failure.

PCF8575 external GPIO communication failure.

Lamp door is open.

Gennum SPI communication failure upon system
power-up.

System hardware I2C communication failure.

System software I2C communication failure.

24

25

EEPROM checksum error.

EDID checksum error.

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Specifications

7. Specifications

Table 7-1 lists the LS-7 specifications.

Table 7-1. LS-7 Specifications

Signal Compatibility

Video Support: HDMI and DVI with HDCP for digital video, Component

and RGB HDTV (1080p, 1080i, 720p), Component and
RGB EDTV (576p, 480p), Component, Composite and
S-Video SDTV (576i, 480i), RGB SCART with adapter,
NTSC/NTSC 4.43, PAL (B,G)/(D,K)/I/M/N, SECAM

Computer Support: Digital and Analog up to 1920x1080 @ 48Hz,

Macintosh®

Communication: RS-232, IR remote, on-board keypad

Connectivity

(2) HDMI V1.3 with HDCP: HDTV RGB and Component, EDTV, SDTV, HDMI (High

Definition Multimedia Interface) with HDCP (High
Bandwidth Digital Content Protection), DVI via adapter
(not included)

(1) Component (3 x RCA, gold): HDTV, EDTV, SDTV

SCART RGBS via component and composite inputs
(adapter not included)

IMINAR

L

7.1
LS-7 Specifications

Y

(1) Component
(3 x BNC, 75 ohm):

(1) RGB (HD15): HDTV, RGBHV, YUV, EDTV

(1) S-Video (4-pin mini-DIN): SDTV

HDTV, EDTV, SDTV

PRE

(1) Composite (RCA, gold): SDTV

(2) 3.5mm mini jack: 12V (+/-1.5V) screen trigger (250mA)

(1) 9 pin D-sub: RS-232 for discrete commands and software upgrades

Communication Parameters: 38400 bps, no parity, 8

data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control

(1) 3.5mm mini jack: IR input for Niles/Xantech compatible IR repeater

systems
Communication Protocol: Conforms to NEC
standard IR protocol, 38-kHz carrier frequency, custom
code = 0x06F9

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Specifications

Table 7-1. LS-7 Specifications (continued)

Performance

Microdisplay: Texas Instruments DLP® 1280x720 DMD (x 3)

Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (921,600 pixels)

Aspect Ratios: Native (Pixel-to-Pixel), 16:9, Letterbox, 4:3, 4:3 Narrow,

Letterbox (Anamorphic lens compatible)

Projection Lens: F/3.5, 25.5~32.0mm focal length

Throw Ratios: 1.85 – 2.40 (distance/width) – Standard lens

1.56 – 1.86 (distance/width) – Optional short-throw lens

Vertical Lens Shift Range: 65% of screen height above or below lens center

(130% of one half of the screen height)

Horizontal Lens Shift Range: 30% of screen width left or right of lens center

(60% of one half of the screen width)

Video Lumens: 2,000 ANSI lumens (average) calibrated at D65

Sequential Contrast –
ConstantContrast On:

Cooling Performance: High efficiency adaptive voltage side-to-side cooling

Projection Modes: Front, Rear, Ceiling (front/rear)

Lamp: User replaceable 230/260W HPM (selectable), 2500

Video Processing: Runco advanced ViVix processing with 10 bit

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Calibration: Full RGB gain/offset control (White Balance), Gamma,

INARY

M

20,000:1 typical

with low system acoustic noise level and low light
pollution cabinet

hour lifetime at 230W setting

independent dual channel image processing, true 1080i
deinterlacing, MPEG artifact reduction (block and
mosquito noise), latest motion adaptive processing, 3D
noise reduction, detail enhancement, rich color
processing and noise reduction, less than one frame
latency

Contrast, Color Temperature, Brightness

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Table 7-1. LS-7 Specifications (continued)

General

Dimensions: 25.3" (643mm) L x 20.4" (519mm) W x 8.9" (225mm) H

Figure 7-1)

(see

Weight (without lens): 40.8 lbs. (18.50 kg)

Operating Temperature: 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C)

Operating Altitude: Sea Level - 10,000 feet (3,048m)

Operating Humidity: 0% to 85% non-condensing

Universal Power Supply: 100V - 240V at 50-60Hz (auto-ranging), true soft power

Power Consumption: 400 Watts (1365.2 BTUs/hour)

Regulatory: FCC Part 15 Class B, CE Class B, UL, cUL, CB, RoHS,

WEEE, local conformances as required

Menu Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Swedish,

Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese,
Korean, Portuguese, Russian

Specifications

Y

Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date

of delivery to the end user.
Lamp: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes
first.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

IMINAR

L

PRE

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Specifications

7.2

LS-7 Dimensions

Figure 7-1 shows the LS-7 dimensions, in millimeters.

519

INARY

100

M

643

12.80
225

RELI

P

Figure 7-1. LS-7 Dimensions

145

M4x10mm

MAX.

(4x)

80

LENS

125 150

193

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Specifications

Table 7-2 lists the signal types supported by each input on the LS-7.

Table 7-2. Supported Signal Timings by Input

Format Resolution

640x480 640x480 60.00 31.469 25.175 √ – √ –

800x600 800x600 60.00 37.879 40.000 √ – √ –

832x624 832x624 74.54 52.849 60.036 √ – √ –

848x480 848x480 48.00 25.270 27.089 √ – √ –

1024x768 1024x768 60.00 48.363 65.000 √ – √ –

Refresh

Rate (Hz)

66.59 35.892 29.862 √ – √ –

75.00 37.500 31.500 √ – √ –

85.00 43.269 36.000 √ – √ –

75.00 46.875 49.500 √ – √ –

85.00 53.674 56.250 √ – √ –

60.00 31.020 33.750 √ – √ –

Horizontal

Frequency

(kHz)

Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

RGB

IMINAR

Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)

Component 1
Component 2

7.3
Supported Timings

HDMI 1
HDMI 2

Y

Composite

S-Video

75.00 60.023 78.750 √ – √ –

85.00 68.677 94.500 √ – √ –

1280x720 1280x720 47.95 37.833 64.769 √ – √ –

1280x1024 1280x1024 60.00 63.981 108.000 √ – √ –

75.00 79.976 135.000 √ – √ –

PRE

85.00 91.146 157.500 √ – √ –

1600x1200 1600x1200 60.00 75.000 162.000 √ – √ –

1680x1050 1680x1050 59.94 69.830 164.240 √ – √ –

1920x1080 1920x1080 47.95 56.821 150.007 √ – √ –

480/60i 720x487 59.94 15.734 13.500 – √ √ √

480/60p 720x483 59.94 31.469 27.000 √ √ √ –

576/50i 720x576 50.00 15.625 14.750 – √ √ √

576/50p 720x576 50.00 31.250 29.000 √ √ √ –

720/50p 1280x720 50.00 37.500 75.250 √ √ √ –

720/60p 1280x720 60.00 45.000 74.250 √ √ √ –

1080/50i 1920x1080 50.00 28.125/31.250 74.250/72.000 √ √ √ –

1080/60i 1920x1080 59.94/60.00 33.716/33.750 74.175/74.250 √ √ √ –

L

1080/24p 1920x1080 23.98/24.00 26.978/27.000 74.175/74.250 √ √ √ –

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Specifications

Table 7-2. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued)

Format Resolution

1080/50p 1920x1080 50.00 56.250 148.500 √ √ √ –

1080/60p 1920x1080 59.94/60.00 67.433/67.500 148.350/148.500 √ √ √ –

NTSC 3.58 – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 3.580 – – – √

NTSC 4.43 – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 4.430 – – – √

PAL-B/G – 50.00 15.625 4.430 – – – √

PAL-M – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 3.580 – – – √

PAL-N – 50.00 15.625 3.580 – – – √

PAL-60 – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 4.430 – – – √

SECAM – 50.00 13.500 4.250/4.410 – – – √

Refresh

Rate (Hz)

Horizontal

Frequency

(kHz)

Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

RGB

Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)

Component 1
Component 2

HDMI 1
HDMI 2

Composite

S-Video

INARY

M

RELI

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