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I NSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL

Q-750i Series

LED Home Theater Projectors

Q-750i

Q-750i/CineWide™

Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope™

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

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 support@runco.com or via phone at (toll free) 800-23RUNCO (800-237-8626). If the customer is located outside North America, call +3589 4200 554 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 serviceorders@runco.com 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 serviceorders@runco.com or call (toll free) 800-23RUNCO (800-237-8626).

Online Product Registration

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

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Limitation of Implied Warranties

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.

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 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:

Q-750i, Q-750i/CineWide and Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope

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: October 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.

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 ...................................................................................... 4

Parts List ................................................................................................................4

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

Q-750i at a Glance ....................................................................................................... 5

Q-750i Rear Panel ........................................................................................................6

Q-750i Remote Control ................................................................................................8

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

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

Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................ 11

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

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Quick Setup ...............................................................................................................12

Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................13

Installation Type .................................................................................................... 13

Ambient Light .......................................................................................................13

Throw Distance..................................................................................................... 14

Vertical and Horizontal Position ............................................................................. 15

Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift.......................................................................... 16

Folded Optics .......................................................................................................18

Other Considerations ............................................................................................ 18

Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Mount ........................................... 19

Installing the AutoScope Lens Motor..................................................................... 20

Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate............................................................... 24

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Mounting the Q-750i .................................................................................................. 26

Floor Mounting (Upright) ....................................................................................... 26

Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) ....................................................................................26

Adjusting the Projector Height or Projection Angle ................................................26

Connections to the Q-750i ......................................................................................... 26

Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................26

Connecting Source Components to the Q-750i .................................................... 27

RS-232 Controller Connection ..............................................................................31

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment ....................... 32

Connecting an External IR Receiver ...................................................................... 33

Connecting to AC Power ...................................................................................... 33

Turning on the Power ................................................................................................. 34

Primary Lens Adjustments ..........................................................................................34

Focus and Zoom .................................................................................................. 34

Lens Shift ............................................................................................................. 34

Changing the OSD Language .....................................................................................35

Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................ 35

Rear Projection ..................................................................................................... 35

Ceiling Mode.........................................................................................................35

Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens ............................................. 36

4. Operation .................................................................................................................43

Selecting An Input Source .......................................................................................... 43

Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) .....................................................................................43

Using the On-Screen Menus ......................................................................................45

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Main ..................................................................................................................... 46

Advanced ............................................................................................................. 55

System ................................................................................................................. 62

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Control .................................................................................................................66

Language ............................................................................................................. 67

Service ................................................................................................................. 68

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 71

Troubleshooting Tips .................................................................................................. 71

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6. Serial Communications ..........................................................................................73

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................73

Serial Command Syntax .............................................................................................73

Key Commands....................................................................................................73

Operations Commands......................................................................................... 76

RS-232 Error Codes ............................................................................................. 83

7. Specifications .......................................................................................................... 85

Q-750i Specifications .................................................................................................85

Overall Dimensions – Q-750i ......................................................................................87

Overall Dimensions – Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope ............................................. 88

Supported Timings ..................................................................................................... 89

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1List of Figures

2-1. Q-750i Front/Side/Top View ......................................................................................... 5

2-2. Q-750i Rear Panel ........................................................................................................ 6

2-3. Q-750i Remote Control ................................................................................................8

3-1. Estimating Throw Distance .........................................................................................14

3-2. Projector Placement ................................................................................................... 15

3-3. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) ............................................................................... 16

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

3-5. Folded Optics............................................................................................................. 18

3-6. Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly ....................................................20

3-7. Q750i with Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands ................................................. 22

3-8. AutoScope Lens Motor Installation .............................................................................23

3-9. Q-750i/CineWide with Rainier II/McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate -

Exploded View ...........................................................................................................24

3-10. HDMI/DVI Source Connections ................................................................................ 27

3-11. RGB Connections .................................................................................................... 28

3-12. Component Video Connections................................................................................29

3-13. Composite and S-Video Connections.......................................................................30

3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection......................................................................... 31

3-15. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs .........................................................................32

3-16. External IR Receiver Connection............................................................................... 33

3-17. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View ...........................................36

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3-18. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring ..................................................... 37

4-1. Q-750i OSD Menu Structure ...................................................................................... 45

4-2. Q-750i Main Menu...................................................................................................... 46

4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ......................................................... 51

4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast .......................................................... 51

4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................52

4-6. Overscan Examples.................................................................................................... 53

4-7. Input Select Sub-Menu............................................................................................... 54

4-8. Q-750i Advanced Menu ............................................................................................. 55

4-9. RGB Adjust Sub-Menu ...............................................................................................58

4-10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu ................................................................................................ 59

4-11. PCE Sub-Menu ........................................................................................................60

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List of Figures

4-12. CIE 1931 Color Coordinate Diagram and Effect of PCE Hue and

Saturation Controls.....................................................................................................61

4-13. Q-750i System Menu ............................................................................................... 62

4-14. Input Enable Sub-Menu ............................................................................................63

4-15. PIP and PBP areas for 1080p Display....................................................................... 64

4-16. PIP Split-Screen Mode ............................................................................................. 65

4-17. Q-750i Service Menu................................................................................................ 68

7-1. Overall Dimensions – Q-750i ...................................................................................... 87

7-2. Overall Dimensions – Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope.............................................88

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1. Introduction

This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate a Runco Q750i Series LED Home Theater Projector.

Throughout this manual, the Runco Q-750i Series LED Home Theater Projectors are referred to collectively as the “Q-750i.” Except where noted, the features and functions described in this manual are common to all versions of this product.

most out of the Q-750i.

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 info@runco.com.

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.

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

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

Note

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

Introduction

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.

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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Information about obtaining service iv

General information about the Q-750i Series LED Home Theater Projector

Installation instructions 11

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First-time configuration instructions 35

Advanced configuration instructions 55

Troubleshooting tips 71

Specifications for the Q-750i Series LED Home Theater Projectors

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Introduction

Integrating Runco's award-winning controller/processor technology for flawless images from any source, the Q-750i sets new standards in projection with Runco's game-changing InfiniLight™ LED lampless technology, Personal Color Equalizer and Runco SmartColor.

Runco's revolutionary QuantumColor™ projectors pair energy-saving LED technology with proprietary Runco engineering to create unsurpassed performance and unrivaled customization. The Runco QuantumColor Q-750i maximizes the benefits of Runco's new InfiniLight™ lampless LED illumination technology to provide an infinite light source that creates an energy-efficient projector with the widest color gamut ever available in home theater projection.

But simply creating a projector platform with lampless technology and the largest color gamut isn't enough. Harnessing its incredible color options, Runco introduces its revolutionary new Personal Color Equalizer™, which allows color adjustment that includes those exactly defined by the cinematographer and the color preferences of each individual viewer for each source. Proprietary Runco Smart Color (RSC™) provides a hue compensation curve and gamut mapping that allows for lifelike, accurate flesh tones while increasing color saturation, without sacrificing the purity of other colors.

In addition to Runco's proprietary InfiniLight, Personal Color Equalizer and Runco Smart Color, Runco the Q-750i can also be paired with Runco’s award-winning CineWide™ and CineWide with AutoScope™ technology. CineWide provides uncompromised widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the CinemaScope™ 2:35:1 format. It maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater. When a viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to superwide 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider while full screen height is maintained, eliminating useless black bars on the top and bottom of the screen.

Runco CineWide is achieved through Runco's ingenious combination of software, electronics and precision anamorphic optics. With Runco CineWide, the projection system is able to use the full pixel array, thereby producing a 2.35:1 image with enhanced resolution and increased brightness. No resolution or image area is lost to those black bars that contain no picture information. CineWide with AutoScope provides a motorized, remote-controlled anamorphic lens mechanism.

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1.3 Description, Features and Benefits

Note

Discrete IR and RS-232 control make custom installation seamless, while discrete source and aspect ratio selection accommodate any automation control system.

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CineWide requires the use of a 2.35:1 or similar aspect ratio superwide format screen.

Introduction

Key Features and Benefits The Q-750i offers these key features and benefits:

Parts List Your Q-750i is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,

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• Full-HD Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)

• InfiniLight™ lampless LED illumination technology provides an infinite, energy-efficient light source

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

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

• HDTV Compatible

• ConstantContrast™ provides automatic, real-time LED drive adjustment, maximizing contrast ratio and dynamic range especially in dark scenes

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

• Q-750i Series LED Home Theater Projector

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

• AC Power Cords (North America, Europe, United Kingdom), 8.2 feet (2.5 meters)

• 5.0-mm Hex wrench (for lens shift adjustment)

• Q-750i Series Installation/Operation Manual (this document)

• Q750i Series Quick Setup Guide

Optional Accessories:

• Ceiling mount kit (part number 956-0074-00)

• Short-throw primary lens, 1.56:1-1.86:1

• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)

• CineWide™ with AutoScope™ system (secondary anamorphic lens and motorized mount)

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2. Controls and Functions

Figure 2-1 shows the key Q-750i components.

Top IR Sensor

Status LED

Front IR SensorExhaust Vent

Intake Vent (on side)

Runco Logo

Focus Ring

Projection Lens

Front Bezel

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Zoom Ring

Retaining Screw

2.1 Q-750i at a Glance

Figure 2-1. Q-750i Front/Side/Top View

• TOP IR SENSOR

Receives infrared signals from the remote control unit.

• INTAKE VENT

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

• RUNCO LOGO

The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted) or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and rotate it 180 degrees.

• FOCUS RING

Rotate this to focus the projected image.

• PROJECTION LENS

Available in two versions: standard throw range (1.85:1 to 2.40:1) and short throw range (1.56:1 to 1.86:1).

• FRONT BEZEL RETAINING SCREW

Loosen this screw to allow removal of the decorative front bezel, which provides access to the lens shift controls (refer to

• ZOOM RING

Rotate this to change the projected image size.

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Lens Shift on page 34).

Controls and Functions

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

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

• STATUS LED Indicates projector status as follows:

• Solid green = AC power present, ready to turn on.

• Flashing green = Projector is initializing; keypad functions not allowed.

• Off = Normal operation.

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

problem

• Solid red = Error that requires servicing (fan failure, Power-on Self-Test (POST)

failure).

2.2 Q-750i Rear Panel

Figure 2-2 shows the Q-750i rear panel.

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Figure 2-2. Q-750i Rear Panel

1. HDMI 1 (Digital)

HDMI 2 (Digital)

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

2. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

Connect the Q-750i to power here.

3. RGB

Provides a standard, 15-pin VGA-style connection to either an RGB or component high-definition source, or to a personal computer. The Q-750i automatically detects the input signal resolution.

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4. COMPONENT 2

Three BNCs for connecting component (YPbPr) video sources.

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5. COMPONENT 1/SCART (RCA connectors)

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 SCART RGBS sources.

6. VIDEO

Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder or other composite video source. Also provides composite sync input for SCART RGBS sources.

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.

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Controls and Functions

2.3 Q-750i Remote Control

Figure 2-3 shows the Q-750i remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality.

LIGHT

VID S-VID HDMI1

HD1

SOURCE

HD2

HD3

OFF

HDMI2

INFO

ENTER

EXIT MENU

BRT

CONT COL TINT

PICTURE MEMORY

CUST1 CUST2

NIGHT

ASPECT RATIO

16:9

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CINEMA

ISF

DAY

4:3

VWIDELBOX

VCINE

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Figure 2-3. Q-750i Remote Control

FOCUS LENSZOOM

ZOOM

FOCUS

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1. LIGHT

Press to illuminate the buttons.

2. ON / OFF

Use these buttons to turn the projector on or off.

3. Source Selection Buttons:

VID

Press to select Composite video input as the source.

S-VID (S-Video)

Press to select the S-Video input as the source.

HDMI 1 / HDMI 2

Press to select an HDMI input.

HD 1 / HD 2 / HD 3

Press to select the “HD 1,” “HD 2” or “HD 3” video input as the source. By default, these buttons are assigned to the COMPONENT inputs respectively; however, you can re-assign these buttons to other inputs. For more information, refer to

4. INFO Press to display input signal and product information.

Cursor Keys ( , , , )

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

EXIT

Press to save menu item setting(s), exit the current menu and return to the previous one.

ENTER

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

Press this button to show or hide the OSD controls.

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HD 1 Key / HD 2 Key / HD 3 Key on page 66.

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Controls and Functions

5. Picture Adjustment Buttons:

BRT (Brightness)

Press to adjust black level.

CONT (Contrast)

Press to adjust white level.

COL (Color)

Press to adjust color intensity.

TNT (Tint)

Press to adjust color hues.

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Controls and Functions

6. Memory Preset Buttons:

CUST1

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset.

ISF NIGHT

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.

ISF DAY

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.

CUST2

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset.

7. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use these buttons to select an aspect ratio directly, as follows:

16:9

For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.

4:3

Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.

LBOX (Letterbox)

For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen.

VWIDE (VirtualWide)

Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.

CINEMA For viewing 2.35:1 source material.

VCINE (Virtual Cinema – CineWide-equipped projectors only)

Selects the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio, used for viewing 16:9 source material on a

2.35:1 screen.

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8. 0 - 9 Use these keys to enter numeric characters.

9. FOCUS / ZOOM / LENS Not used with this projector.

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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 AAA batteries with the correct polarity.

3. Replace the cover.

• 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.

• Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote

control and the IR receiver on the projector.

• 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.

• Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this

happens, point the remote control at the projector, and repeat the operation.

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3.1 Remote Control

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

Notes on Remote Control Operation

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3.2

Quick Setup

Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the RS-900/RS1100 installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions.

Note

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Step Procedure

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

For Details, Refer to

page...

Choose a location for the projector 13

If installing a CineWide-equipped projector: Install AutoScope lens motor or fixed CineWide base plate

(optional)

Mount the projector 26

Connect signal sources to the Q-750i 27

Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional) 31

Connect 12-volt trigger output to AutoScope lens motor or

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other equipment (optional)

Apply power to the projector 33

Primary lens adjustments: focus, projected image size

(zoom) and position (shift)

Change the OSD Language (optional) 35

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

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the proper picture orientation

Install CineWide anamorphic lens (optional) 36

CineWide lens adjustments: position, pitch (angle),

geometry and focus

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

Contrast Color level Tint Input position

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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.

inverted mount.

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

Table 3-2 compares these various installation methods.

Advantages Considerations

Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

• 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

• Shares floor space with audience

• Installation is more permanent

• Projector access is more difficult

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

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3.3 Installation Considerations

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

Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Projector is completely hidden

• Usually good ambient light rejection

Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

• Projector is completely hidden

• Usually good ambient light rejection

• Requires less space behind screen than other rear screen installations

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.

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• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

Ambient LightIn general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast ratio in your

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

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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.

Estimating Throw Distance

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

Figure 3-1. The result of this calculation tells you

Screen width (w)

Figure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance

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Table 3-3 gives the throw ratios for the Q750i Series.

Table 3-3. Throw Ratios for the Q-750i Series

Projector Model

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Standard Q-750i

Standard Q-750i with Optik Primary Lens

Q-750i/CineWide (Rainier Anamorphic Lens)

Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope (Rainier II Anamorphic Lens)

Throw Range in

Throw

Ratio with

Primary

Lens Only

1.85 – 2.40 134.31 174.24 (n/a)

1.56 – 1.86 113.26 135.03 (n/a)

1.85 – 2.40 134.31 174.24 1.52 – 1.80 145.92 172.80

inches, with

72.6x40.8-inch (1.78:1) Screen

Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum

(n/a) 1.52 – 1.80 145.92 172.80

Throw Ratio

with

Primary

Lens and

Anamorphic

Lens

Throw Range in

inches, with

96x40.8-inch (2.35:1)

Screen

Q-750i/CineWide (McKinley Anamorphic Lens)

(n/a) 1.39 – 1.80 133.44 172.80

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Table 3-3. Throw Ratios for the Q-750i Series (continued)

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Throw Range in

Throw

Projector Model

Q-750i/CineWide

A Primary

(Optik Lens and McKinley Anamorphic Lens)

Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope (McKinley Anamorphic Lens)

Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope

A Primary

(Optik Lens and McKinley Anamorphic Lens)

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

Ratio with

Primary

Lens Only

1.85 – 2.40 134.31 174.24 1.39 – 1.80 133.44 172.80

1.56 – 1.86 113.26 135.03 1.17 – 1.40 112.32 134.40

Figure 3-2.

inches, with

72.6x40.8-inch (1.78:1) Screen

Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum

(n/a) 1.17 – 1.40 112.32 134.40

Throw Ratio

with

Primary

Lens and

Anamorphic

Lens

Throw Range in

inches, with

96x40.8-inch (2.35:1)

Screen

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Vertical and Horizontal Position

Ceiling Installation

Height

Projection Distance

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Screen

Floor Installation

Height

Lens Center

Figure 3-2. Projector Placement

Projection Distance

Ceiling

Lens CenterLens Center

Screen

Lens Center

Floor

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Vertical and Horizontal

Lens Shift

You can use the lens shift controls on the projector remote to center the image on the

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

Figure 3-3 and Figure 3-4.

Base plate

to lens center =

approx. 5-6" (depending

on the amount of lens shift)

Screen Center

50% Height

Lens Shift

(0.5 x H)

100% Height

Lens Shift

(1.0 x H)

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 3-3. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only)

Vertical Lens Shift (Standard Q-750i): The Q-750i provides up to 60% 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 33.60 inches (0.85

Vertical Lens Shift (Q-750i/CineWide or Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope): The Q-750i provides up to 25% of upward vertical lens shift and up to 60% of downward vertical lens shift. For example, with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen, you

can shift the image up to 14.00 inches (0.36 below the screen center.

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meters) above or below the screen center.

meters) above or 33.60 inches (0.85 meters)

Horizontal Lens Shift: The Q-750i provides up to 12.5% of horizontal lens shift left

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or right. For example, with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen, you can shift the image up to

12.50 inches (0.32

meters) left or right of the screen center.

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100% Width Lens Shift

(1.0 x W)

50% Width Lens Shift

(0.5 x W)

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Screen Center

Screen Width (W)

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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. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)

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Note

1. With no vertical or horizontal lens shift, the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other.

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

3. 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.

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

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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.

Screen

Figure 3-5. The position of the projector and

Mirror

Figure 3-5. Folded Optics

Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:

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• 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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If you are installing a standard (non-CineWide) Q-750i, skip this step and proceed with Mounting the Q-750i (page 26).

If you are installing a Q-750i/CineWide projector equipped with a cylindrical (Rainier with Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (page 24).

If you are installing a Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope, proceed as follows to install the AutoScope lens motor.

Note

II or McKinley) anamorphic lens, proceed

1. Do not install the CineWide lens yet, only the fixed CineWide base plate or AutoScope lens motor. You will install the CineWide lens after you install the projector and adjust the primary lens.

2. Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these instructions.

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3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Mount

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Installing the AutoScope

Lens Motor

Figure 3-6 shows the Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope motor assembly.

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CineWide with AutoScope

Ceiling Mt. Adapter/

Projector Stand, Right

Screw, Phillips

Pan-Head,

M6-1.0 x 12mm (14x)

CineWide with AutoScope Ceiling Mt. Adapter/ Projector Stand, Left

Lens

Motor

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AutoScope

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Figure 3-6. Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly

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Remove Projector Front Feet:

Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface. Loosen and remove the two front feet on the projector.

Install Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands: For ceiling installations, these brackets bring the mounting points for the projector mounting plate (included with the projector ceiling mount kit) from the bottom of the projector up and around the AutoScope lens motor housing. For floor installations (where the projector is upright), the adapters allow the projector to lie flat on the mounting surface.

Using six (6) each of the supplied, M6 x 12mm Pan-Head Phillips screws (item #2), attach the AutoScope Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands (items #3 and projector as shown in

Figure 3-7.

Remove

#4) to the

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Figure 3-7. Q750i with Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands

Caution

Install Lens Motor:

1. Position the AutoScope Lens Motor as shown in Figure 3-8.

2. Line up the mounting holes on the lens motor housing with those on the underside of the projector.

DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

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3. Secure the motor to the projector with the eight (8) remaining M6 x 12mm Pan-Head Phillips screws.

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Figure 3-8. AutoScope Lens Motor Installation

After you have installed the AutoScope lens motor, proceed with Mounting the Q-750i on page 26.

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Installing the Fixed

CineWide Base Plate

Figure 3-9 shows the cylindrical (Rainier II/McKinley) lens base plate assembly for a

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Q750i/CineWide.

Ceiling Mount Rails (part of Ceiling Mount Kit)

Screw, Phillips Pan-Head, M6 x 1.0 x 12mm (6x)

Anamorphic Lens Base Plate

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Figure 3-9. Q-750i/CineWide with Rainier II/McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate - Exploded View

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To install the fixed CineWide base plate on a Q-750i/CineWide:

1. Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface.

2. Place the CineWide base plate on the bottom of the projector.

3. If you are mounting the projector on a ceiling: Line up the three holes on the left and right mounting rails (included with the projector ceiling mount kit) with those on the projector and base plate.

4. Secure the CineWide base plate (and ceiling mounting rails, if needed) to the projector with the Pan-Head Phillips screws provided with the CineWide lens base plate.

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Caution

1. Do not use the mounting screws provided with the ceiling mounting kit. Use only the hardware provided with the CineWide

lens base plate.

2. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

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3.5 Mounting the Q-750i

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

Ceiling Mounting

(Inverted)

Adjusting the Projector

Height or Projection Angle

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

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and 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

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space for projector and audience, you can invert the Q-750i and suspend it from the ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture.

Note

The projector can also be inverted and placed in an enclosure above and behind the viewing area. Install four feet on the inside bottom surface of the enclosure on which the projector can rest. A variety of materials can be used for this purpose (for example, rubber crutch tips or turntable feet).

If the screen is significantly higher or lower than the projector (such as in a rear-projection

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installation), you can tilt the projector at an angle. In a ceiling installation, you do this by adjusting the ceiling mount.

If you do tilt the projector, you may need to vertically shift the image using the on-screen display (OSD) controls, to compensate. For detailed instructions, refer to On-Screen Menus on page 45.

Use only the Runco-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your projector. Install the mount kit according to the instructions provided with it.

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Using the

3.6 Connections to the Q-750i

Connector Panel Access To access the connector panel, pull

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Proceed as follows to connect the Q-750i to your video sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power.

When connecting your equipment:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• 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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firmly on the cable access cover to open it.

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Connect your video sources to the Q-750i as shown and described in the sections that follow.

HDMI/DVI Connections: See Figure 3-10.

Tip

Use the HDMI input whenever possible. This ensures the highest 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 Q-750i

HDMI or DVI Source(s)

(BD/HD-DVD/DVD Player, HD Set Top Box,

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Game Console etc.)

Figure 3-10. 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 3-11.

1/SCART input and the

Sync Green Blue Red

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Figure 3-11. RGB Connections

DVD Player or

Other SCART RGBS

Source

Personal

Computer

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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 3-12.

Y Pb Pr

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DTV Set-Top Box or Other Component (YPbPr) Source

Figure 3-12. Component Video Connections

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Composite/S-Video Connections: Connect your composite and S-Video sources to the Q-750i as shown in

Figure 3-13.

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DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc.

Figure 3-13. 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 Q-750i; see

For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on page 73.

to Automation/

Control System

or PC

Figure 3-14. Use a standard, 9-pin serial cable, wired straight-through.

345

(none of the other pins are used)

2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground

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RS-232 Controller Connection

Figure 3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection

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Connecting 12-Volt

Trigger Output to External

Theater Equipment

If your Q-750i is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, connect the

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AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the projector; see

Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or screen masks) to the other trigger output.

AutoScope Lens Motor

Power

Switch

AC Input

Figure 3-15.

3.5-mm mini plug

Retractable Screen or other 12-volt trigger-activated device

Sleeve = Ground

Tip = +12V

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Figure 3-15. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs

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LIG

ID S-VI

HD2

SOURCE

PICTURE MEM

ASPECT RATIO

INFO

EXITM

ST1

ONT COL TINT

HD3

ISF

DAY

ISF

NIGH

ELBO

4:3

CIN

CINE

FOC

LEN

AutoScope Lens Motor (Rear)

If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the projector due to excessive distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an external IR repeater system to the IR INPUT on the Q-750i to extend the range of the remote control. See

Figure 3-16.

IR Sensor

Remote Control

IR Repeater

(3.5-mm, mini

phono plug)

Connecting an External IR Receiver

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Figure 3-16. External IR Receiver Connection

is appropriate to your locale.

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

AutoScope Lens Motor: With AutoScope-equipped projectors, an additional power

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

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cord is provided for the lens motor. Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the AC input on the rear of the lens motor assembly. Connect the other end to your AC power source.

Power

AC Input

Switch

to AC Power

Connecting to AC PowerProjector: The Q-750i ships with various types of AC power cords. Choose the one that

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3.7 Turning on the Power

3.8 Primary Lens Adjustments

Focus and Zoom To focus the projected image, grasp the lens by

1. Turn on your source components.

2. If this is an AutoScope-equipped projector, turn on the main power switch at the rear

of the AutoScope lens motor. The lens motor power switch is located next to the AC input (see above).

3. Press the ON button on the remote control to turn on the Q-750i. The LED flashes

green to indicate that it is warming up.

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

The Q-750i gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus.

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the outer ring and rotate it.

To make the picture smaller (zoom out) or larger (zoom in), move the zoom tab in the appropriate direction.

Zoom

Focus

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Lens Shift To access the lens shift controls, loosen the Phillips screw at the bottom of the decorative

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bezel on the front of the projector (see

Vertical Lens Shift: To shift the projected image vertically, insert the provided hex wrench into the vertical lens shift adjuster at the top

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of the projector (directly above the lens). Then, turn the wrench as shown to shift the lens in the desired direction.

Horizontal Lens Shift: To shift the projected image horizontally, insert the provided hex wrench into the horizontal lens shift adjuster at the top of the projector. Then, turn the wrench as shown to shift the lens in the desired direction.

When you have finished adjusting the lens position, re-install the jewelry.

Figure 2-1). Then, remove the bezel.

Horizontal Lens Shift

Vertical Lens Shift

Lens

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When you turn on the Q-750i for the first time, the OSD Language Menu appears.

The Q-750i can display the menus in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Portuguese or Russian.

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3.9 Changing the OSD Language

Press or to select a language. Then, press ENTER to confirm your selection.

If the Q-750i 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.

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Ceiling Mode from the System Menu and set it to

3.10 Adjusting the Picture Orientation

Rear ProjectionIf the projector is used in a rear-projection application (see Figure 3-5), press repeatedly

Ceiling ModeIf the projector is ceiling-mounted, the Q-750i automatically inverts the image. If this

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3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens

If you are installing a CineWide-equipped projector, proceed as follows to install and adjust the anamorphic lens.

Note

The Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-17. Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these instructions.

It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly adjusted before you install the anamorphic lens. Ensure that the image from the primary lens is perfectly centered on the screen.

Lens Adapter Ring and

Mounting Screws (3x)

Anamorphic Lens

Set Screw

Pitch Adjustment

T-Nut (2x)

Pitch Adjustment Yoke for Lens

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T-Screw and Washer (2x)

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Yaw/X Adjustment

Lever (2x)

Figure 3-17. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View

Pitch Adjustment

T-Screw and Washer (2x)

Anamorphic Lens

Holder

1/4-20 Hex Bolt (2x)

and Washer (2x)

AutoScope Carriage Plate or

Fixed CineWide Base Plate

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Attaching Lens Mounting Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate or Fixed CineWide Base Plate:

1. Remove the two Yaw/X Adjustment Levers (item #8) from the bottom of the Anamorphic Lens Holder (item #5).

2. Place the Anamorphic Lens Holder on top of the AutoScope Carriage Plate or Fixed CineWide Base Plate (item #7). Position the bracket so that the long slot at the bottom of the lens holder is perpendicular to the corresponding slots on the plate.

3. Secure the Anamorphic Lens Holder to the plate using the Hex Bolts/Washers (item

#6) and Yaw/X Adjustment Levers that you removed in Step 1.

4. Use the Lens Mounting Screws to attach the Lens Adapter Ring (item #1) to the Pitch Adjustment Yoke (item #2); see yoke.)

5. Use the Height/Y Adjustment T-Screws/Washers (item #3), Pitch Adjustment T-Screws/Washers (item Yoke and Lens Adapter Ring to the Anamorphic Lens Holder. The Yoke should be

as close to the primary lens as possible.

6. Attach the lens to the Lens Adapter Ring by threading it clockwise.

#4) and T-Nuts (item #9) to attach the Pitch Adjustment

Figure 3-18. (Use the round, threaded holes on the

Installation

Lens threads into ring

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Figure 3-18. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring

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Installation

Select the Appropriate CineWide Scaling Method: CineWide and CineWide with AutoScope both produce the same image geometry for a given aspect ratio (refer to 4-2). However, when the viewer selects the 16:9, 4:3, Letterbox or VirtualWide aspect ratio, CineWide uses different scaling algorithms to compensate for the fact that the anamorphic lens is always in front of the primary lens.

To configure the Q-750i to use the appropriate CineWide scaling method:

1. Press MENU on the remote control.

2. Select Control from the Main menu and press ENTER.

3. Select CineWide from the Control menu.

4. For a Q-750i/CineWide (fixed anamorphic lens), choose CineWide. For a Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope (motorized anamorphic lens), choose AutoScope.

Table

Configure Lens Motor Trigger (Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope only): CineWide with AutoScope maintains constant image height independent of the aspect ratio, while using the full display resolution of the projector. It accomplishes this by moving the anamorphic lens in front of the primary lens when widescreen material is being viewed. When the viewer transitions back to 16:9 or 4:3 source material, the anamorphic lens moves out of the light path.

To configure the lens motor trigger on the Q-750i for proper AutoScope operation:

1. Press MENU on the remote control.

2. Select Control from the Main menu and press ENTER.

3. Select Trigger 1 or Trigger 2 (whichever one is connected to the lens motor) from the Control menu.

4. Set Trigger 1 or Trigger 2 to “AutoScope.” This enables the lens motor to move the anamorphic lens into position (in front of the primary lens) when the Cinema or Virtual Cinema aspect ratio is selected.

5. Select the Cinema or Virtual Cinema aspect ratio to move the anamorphic lens into position, if it isn’t already. To do this, press CINEMA or VCINE on the Q-750i remote control (

Adjusting the Horizontal (X) Lens Position:

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Figure 2-3).

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1. Project a white field on the screen.

2. Loosen the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers underneath the lens.

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3. Slowly move the anamorphic lens into place (from right to left or vice versa) so that there are no shadows on either side of the screen:

Too Far Left

Correct position

Too Far Right

4. When the horizontal position is properly set, tighten the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place.

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Adjusting the Height (Y): With the white field still on-screen, loosen the Height/Y anamorphic lens into place so that there are no shadows on the top or bottom of the screen:

Adjustment T-Screws on either side of the lens. Then, slowly move the

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Correct position

Too High

When the height is properly set, tighten the Height Adjustment T-Screws to secure the lens in place.

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Adjusting the Pitch (Angle): Next, angle the lens to even out any top-to-bottom pincushion distortion. To do this, loosen the Pitch Adjustment T-Screws (directly below the Height/Y Adjustment T-Screws) on either side of the lens to allow it to pivot freely. Then, adjust the anamorphic lens angle so that the projected image is rectangular:

Correct Lens Angle

Incorrect Lens Angle

The anamorphic lens will almost always be angled with respect to the projector; this is normal.

Once the proper lens angle has been set, firmly tighten the Pitch Adjustment T-Screws to secure the lens in place.

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Adjusting the Yaw: Loosen the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to allow the lens to pivot freely from side to side. Then, angle the lens to even out any left-right pincushion distortion:

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There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is properly adjusted, especially at shorter throw distances. If this is the case, Runco recommends that you slightly over-scan the image into the screen frame area to mask the distortion.

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Correct Position

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Wrong Position

Once the proper lens angle has been set, firmly tighten the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place.

Geometry:

1. Input an anamorphic cross-hatch test pattern to the projector.

2. Unscrew the Anamorphic Lens just enough to allow it to rotate freely.

3. Grasp the lens by the center ring and rotate the lens until the image is properly anamorphic:

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Wrong Position Correct Position

4. When the image geometry appears correct, tighten the Anamorphic Lens Set Screw (item #10) to secure the lens in place. (When viewed from the front, the rear opening on the anamorphic lens should appear as a tall, narrow oval.)

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Focus: Finally, rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine-tune the optical focus.

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4. Operation

When you turn on the Q-750i, 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 the HD 1, HD 2 and HD 3 buttons to any input. The default assignments are: HD

1 = Component 1, HD 2 = Component 2,

3 = RGB.

For more information, refer to HD 1 Key / HD 2 Key / HD 3 Key on page 66.

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.

For more information, refer to PIP Position on page 63.

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VID S-VID HDMI1

HD1 HD3

SOURCE

HDMI2

HD2

4.1 Selecting An Input Source

4.2 Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP)

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Operation

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

PIP Input Source

VIDEO S-VIDEO SCART COMP 1 COMP 2 RGB HDMI 2 HDMI 1

– – –

VIDEO

– – –

S-VIDEO

– – –

SCART

√ √ √

COMP 1

√ √ √

Main Input Source

COMP 2

RGB

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

Notes:

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

√ √ √

√ √ √ √ √ √

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√ √ √ √ √ √

√ √ √ √ √

– – –

√ √

– –

2. Disabled sources (refer to Input Enable on page 62) are not available as PIP sources.

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Operation

1. Press the MENU button on the remote control 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

or to choose a setting for that item, or 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 Q-750i 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.

16:9, Letterbox, 4:3, VirtualWide, Cinema or V-Cinema

Recall Memory

Save Settings

Save ISF

0 ... 50* ... 100

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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 or

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9300K

Auto, REC709, SMPTE-C, EBU, Native, DCI or PCE

Red / Green / Blue Offset

Red / Green / Blue Gain

V. Position

H. Position

Phase

Tracking

Sync Level

Hue (Red / Yellow / Green / Cyan / Blue / Magenta)

Saturation (Red / Yellow / Green / Cyan / Blue / Magenta)

Level (Red / Yellow / Green / Cyan / Blue / Magenta)

Runco Smart Color (RSC) (On or Off)

White Balance (Red / Green / Blue Gain)

System

Control

Language

Service

Main

Advanced

Aspect Ratio

Memory

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Noise Reduction

Overscan Off, Crop or Zoom

Input Select

PIP Select

Resync (press ENTER to execute)

Color Space

Video Standard Auto, NTSC, PAL or SECAM

Gamma 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35 or 2.5

Color Temperature

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

Color Gamut

SatCo On or Off

ConstantContrast Low, Medium, High or Off

Adaptive Contrast On or Off

RGB Adjust

Fine Sync

PCE

4.3 Using the On-Screen Menus

Input Enable On or Off for each source

PIP Position

Menu Position

Translucent Menu

Blank Screen Logo, Black, Blue or White

Auto Power Off

Rear Projection

Ceiling Mode Auto, On or Off

Logo Display

Power On Chime

HD 1 Key

HD 2 Key

HD 3 Key

CineWide Off, CineWide or AutoScope

Trigger 1

Trigger 2

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Portuguese or Russian

Model Name

Unit Serial Number

Software Version

LED Driver Version

Active/PIP Source

Pixel Clock

Signal Format

H/V Refresh Rate

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

On or Off

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

AutoScope, Lamp, 4:3 or RS-232

(read-only)

Reset Everything? (Yes or No)

Figure 4-1. Q-750i OSD Menu Structure

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Main The Q-750i Main Menu, shown in Figure 4-2, provides access to the most

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commonly-used projector functions.

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 58). 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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Figure 4-2. Q-750i Main Menu

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

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

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.

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Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings

Operation

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

16:9

Letterbox

Description

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

With a 16:9 source image, Letterbox mode crops the top and bottom portion of the image and vertically stretches the remaining portion to fill a 16:9 image area.

It scales (zooms in on) a 4:3 image linearly (by the same amount on all sides) to fill a 16:9 display.

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Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

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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Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

4:3

Virtual-

Wide

Description

4:3 linearly scales the source active image horizontally and vertically to fill a 4:3 rectangle which is centered and the same height as the 16:9 designated image area. The remaining area is black.

A 16:9 image is shrunk horizontally in the center and stretched horizontally in a NON-linear fashion (more on the sides).

A 4:3 image is horizontally scaled in a NON-linear fashion (more on the sides than in the center) to fit a 16:9 screen.

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Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

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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Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Operation

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

Cinema

Description

Select Cinema to view

2.35 source material in its native aspect ratio.

With a 16:9 screen and a non-CineWide projector (no anamorphic lens), the upper and lower portions of the screen are masked, but the geometry of the active image area is unchanged.

With a 2.35:1 screen and a CineWide-equipped projector, the video processor scales the

2.35:1 image so that the active image area fills the 16:9 chip surface, eliminating the black bars. The secondary, anamorphic lens then restores the proper geometry to the 2.35:1 image.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

2.35:1

Geometry of Projected Image

With Standard Lens

(1.78:1 Screen)

With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen)

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Cinema

(Virtual

Cinema)

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center) to fit a 2.35:1 screen.

Virtual Cinema is available only on CineWide-equipped projectors.

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16:9

Operation

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.

• Custom 1 and Custom 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 Custom 1 or Custom 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 Custom 1 or Custom 2.

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

• Brightness / Contrast

• Color / Tint

• Sharpness

• Noise Reduction

• Color Space

• Video Standard

• Gamma

• Color Temperature

• DLP Frame Rate

• Color Gamut (including PCE settings)

• SatCo

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• Adaptive Contrast

• RGB Adjust (all settings in sub-menu)

• 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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The settings that are saved are the same as those saved with the Save Settings command (see above).

You must enter a passcode to access the Save ISF sub-menu.

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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

Operation

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 one shown in

Figure 4-4.

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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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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.

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

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

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.

Tint from the Main menu. Decrease this setting to shift the hue toward red;

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.

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

Noise Reduction: To apply noise reduction to the source signal, select Noise Reduction

from the Main menu. Noise Reduction is useful for clearing up noisy images from interlaced SD sources.

Use the or button to adjust as desired, keeping in mind that reducing noise (which reduces high frequencies) may also soften the image.

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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

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

4:3

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

Off Crop Zoom

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Figure 4-6. Overscan Examples

Input Select: To select a video source, press or to highlight Input Select, then press

ENTER. This displays the Input 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

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Input Enable on page 62) are grayed out.

Operation

Figure 4-7. Input 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.

All sources that are not available per the source enable function (refer to Input Enable on page 62) are grayed out.

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.

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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 59) for this timing to the default setting.

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adjustments.

Operation

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

Figure 4-8. Q-750i 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 Q-750i uses that information. Otherwise, for RGB sources, the Q-750i 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 Q-750i 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 Q-750i 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 Q-750i 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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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.

The available settings are 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35 and 2.5.

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.

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

To choose a color temperature setting, select Color Temperature from the Advanced menu. Then, press or to select 5500K, 6500K, 7500K or 9300K. 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 point adjustment of the source signal.

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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 Q-750i automatically determine the optimum frame rate, or you can force it to use a specific frame rate.

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• 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.

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The Color Temperature setting is unavailable when you choose the “PCE” Color Gamut setting (refer to Color Gamut, below).

If PIP is active, the Q-750i converts the PIP source frame rate to the same frame rate as the main source.

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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 use the color gamut defined in SMPTE 170M-1999.

• Select EBU to use the color gamut defined in EBU Tech. 3213-E.

• Select Native for Runco's recommended Personal Color Equalizer preset for typical

video sources. It displays the fully saturated LED color gamut with appropriate color brightness, hue, and Runco Smart Color settings.

• Select DCI to use the color gamut defined in Digital Cinema System Specification

Version 1.2.

• Select PCE to use the Personal Color Equalizer feature of the Q-750i. PCE lets you

define a custom color gamut. Refer to this.

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

Table 4-3. x/y Color Gamut Values

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Color Gamut Settings and Associated x/y Values

Primary

Color

Red

Yellow

Green

Cyan

Blue

Magenta

SatCo: Select SatCo from the Advanced menu to enable (On) or disable (Off) BrilliantColor™ processing, which improves brightness in grays and secondary colors by allowing simultaneous display of multiple colors from the LED light sources.

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REC709 SMPTE “C” EBU DCI

x y x y x y x y

0.640 0.330 0.635 0.340 0.640 0.330 0.680 0.320

0.419 0.505 0.421 0.506 0.418 0.502 0.425 0.548

0.300 0.600 0.305 0.595 0.290 0.600 0.265 0.690

0.225 0.329 0.228 0.326 0.220 0.329 0.205 0.360

0.150 0.060 0.155 0.070 0.150 0.060 0.150 0.060

0.321 0.154 0.318 0.162 0.328 0.158 0.342 0.154

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ConstantContrast: Select ConstantContrast from the Advanced menu to enable (On) or disable (Off) the ConstantContrast algorithm in the optical engine. ConstantContrast uses a dynamic LED driver 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.

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Generally, higher Gain settings reduce the image contrast; higher Offset settings reduce the image brightness.

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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

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.

• 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.

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Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking (see below). If some shimmer from a video or HDTV source persists, use the Noise Reduction controls (described on page page 52) to remove high-frequency noise from the signal.

Tracking has been optimized.

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Operation

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 Q-750i 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.

PCE: To use the Personal Color Equalizer to define a custom color gamut, choose the “PCE”

Color Gamut setting (refer to Color Gamut on page 57). Then, choose PCE from

the Advanced menu and press ENTER. This displays the PCE sub-menu, shown in Figure 4-11.

Sync

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Figure 4-11. PCE Sub-Menu

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Hue/Saturation/Level: PCE provides the ability to define a custom color gamut in terms of primary (red, green and blue) and secondary (yellow, cyan and magenta) color hues, saturation and level (brightness).

Each control operates only on the color specified. Surrounding colors are linearly interpolated based on their distance from each of these colors. In the CIE 1931 Yxy coordinate system (see point, Saturation adjusts the coordinate's distance from white and Level adjusts the luminance (Y) of the color relative to white.

0.9

Figure 4-12), Hue rotates the color coordinates around the white

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0.8

0.7

0.6

0.5

0.4

0.3

0.2

0.1

Hue

Saturation

Hue

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Saturation

Hue

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Saturation

Hue

0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8

Figure 4-12. CIE 1931 Color Coordinate Diagram and Effect of PCE Hue and Saturation Controls

RSC™ (Runco Smart Color): Set RSC to On to to improve the accuracy of flesh tones

and increase color saturation, without sacrificing the purity of other colors.

White Balance: To precisely adjust the white point associated with the custom color gamut, choose White Balance from the PCE sub-menu. These controls operate identically to the Gain controls in the

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RGB Adjust menu (described on page 58).

Operation

System Use the controls in the System menu, shown in Figure 4-13, to change the display

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orientation and perform other, common installation tasks.

Figure 4-13. Q-750i System Menu

Input Enable: To enable or disable selection of a source, choose Input Enable from the

System menu and press ENTER. This displays the Source Enable sub-menu, shown in Figure 4-14.

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Figure 4-14. Input 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.

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

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

• SCART: Enables or disables the SCART RGBS source.

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PIP Position: To change the position of the PIP image, choose PIP Position from the System menu; see Figure 4-15. Choose one of the following:

• Top Left: This places the PIP source into a 644x362 designated image area at the top

left of the screen.

• Top Right: This places the PIP source into a 644x362 designated image area at the

top right of the screen.

• Bottom Left: This places the PIP source into a 644x362 designated image area at the

bottom left of the screen-safe area of the DMD.

If SCART is enabled, both Component 1 and Video must be disabled.

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• Bottom Right: This places the PIP source into a 644x362 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

921x518 and places it next to the PIP source, which is also in a 921x518 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 Q-750i applies the Custom 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 4-16.

DMD Area 1920x1080

921x518 921x518

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Figure 4-15. PIP and PBP areas for 1080p Display

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644x362

PIP

(top right)

PBP2PBP1

Screen-Safe Area 1842x1036

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Figure 4-16. 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%.

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 Logo, Black, Blue and White. The default is Black.

Auto Power Off: Set Auto Power Off to On to have the Q-750i 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 setting).

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.

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Logo Display: This controls whether or not the Runco logo appears during startup.

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

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Operation

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

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HD 1 Key / HD 2 Key / HD 3 Key: These menu items assign the function of the HD 1, HD

2 and HD 3 buttons 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 Input Enable menu (refer to page page 62), this

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setting has no effect.

CineWide: Select CineWide from the Control menu and set it according to the installed lens configuration, as follows:

• For a standard Q-750i (no anamorphic lens), choose Off.

• For a Q-750i/CineWide (fixed anamorphic lens), choose CineWide.

• For a Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope (motorized anamorphic lens), choose

AutoScope.

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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.

• AutoScope causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the the Cinema or Virtual

Cinema aspect ratio is active.

• Lamp causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the lamp (LED RGB assembly) is

on.

• 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).

• 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.

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

The Q-750i can display the menus in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Portuguese or Russian.

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

Press or to select a language. Then, press ENTER to confirm your selection.

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Operation

Service Access the Service Menu, shown in Figure 4-17, to view information that uniquely

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identifies your projector and indicates its current operational status:

• Model Name

• Unit Serial Number

• Software Version

• LED Driver Version

• Active/PIP Source

• Pixel Clock

• Signal Format

• H/V Refresh Rate

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 4-17. Q-750i Service Menu

You can also perform various maintenance tasks from this menu.

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

•Custom 1 / Custom 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.

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Test Patterns: The Q-750i has numerous internal test patterns that are useful to technicians for advanced calibration, measurement and fault isolation purposes. To access them, select

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.

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

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Note

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

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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) maintains the correct operating temperature. If the projector 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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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the Q-750i. 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 remote control does not work correctly.

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

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

Image is blurred. • The lens is not correctly

• The Q-750i is not plugged in or the AC outlet is not active.

• The batteries have run out. • Replace the batteries.

• 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.

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• Ensure that the Q-750i is plugged in and that the AC outlet is active.

• 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.

5.1 Troubleshooting Tips

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

Image geometry is incorrect. • Incorrect aspect ratio

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

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

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

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

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• Select the aspect ratio that

selection.

• Brightness is set too high. • Lower the brightness

•The Red/Pr, Green/Y or Blue/Pb outputs from the source are connected to the wrong inputs on the Q-750i.

RS-232 Error Codes on page 83 for more information.

best matches the source image and screen size (refer to Table 4-2).

setting.

• Ensure that the source outputs are connected to the correct Q-750i input.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

RGB-HD images appear “noisy.”

LED is flashing red. • Q-750i internal

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 83 for more information.

• Tracking and Phase settings need adjustment.

temperature is too high (Note).

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

• Manually adjust Tracking and Phase settings (refer to Fine Sync on page 59).

• Power off the Q-750i 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.

• Power off the Q-750i and allow it to cool down. Turn the projector back on. If the problem persists, please contact Runco Technical Support for assistance.

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6. Serial Communications

To interface the Q-750i 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 Q-750i 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 Q-750i 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.

All commands start with 2 letters:

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6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration

6.2 Serial Command Syntax

ky for key commands.

op for operations commands.

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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

IR Code

0x00 pow.on

0x45 pow.off

0x02 src.video

0x1f src.svid

0x0a src.hdmi1

0x50 src.hdmi2

0x1e src.1

0x40 src.2

0x58 src.3

0x1b info

RS232

Keyname

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Remote Button Description

OFF

VID

S-VID

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

HD 1

HD 2

HD 3

INFO

Turn power on.

Turn power off.

Switch the active source to Video.

Switch the active source to S-Video.

Switch the active source to HDMI 1.

Switch the active source to HDMI 2.

Switch the active source to Component 1.

Switch the active source to Component 2.

Switch the active source to RGB.

Bring up an information box with the first 7 items in the Service menu.

0x19 menu

0x5c exit

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0x51 enter

0x1d cur.down

0x44 cur.up

0x1c cur.left

0x48 cur.righ

0x06 bright

0x05 contrast

EXIT

ENT ER

◄

BRT

CONT

◄

Bring up or cancel menu display.

Exit all menus.

Keypad enter. If PIP is active and no menu is present then this will execute the PIP swap func tion

Keypad down arrow.

Keypad up arrow.

Keypad left arrow. If no menu is present then this will change the PIP source.

Keypad right arrow. If no menu is present then this will change the PIP source.

Bring up or cancel brightness slider.

Bring up or cancel contrast slider.

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

Serial Communications

IR Code

0x04 color

0x03 tint

0x5f isf.nigh

0x07 isf.day

0x4b mem.1

0x4a mem.2

0x42 asp.16.9

0x46 asp.4.3

0x52 asp.lett

0x43 asp.vwide

0x01 asp.cin

0x47 asp.vcin

0x08 1

RS232

Keyname

Remote Button Description

CUST2

COL

TINT

IS F

NIGHT

IS F

DAY

CUST1

16:9

4:3

LBOX

VWID E

CINEMA

VCI NE

THX

Bring up or cancel color slider.

Bring up or cancel tint slider.

Changes to ISF Night preset.

Changes to ISF Day preset.

Changes to Custom 1 preset.

Changes to Custom 2 (THX) preset.

Apply 16:9 aspect ratio to the active source.

Apply 4:3 aspect ratio to the active source.

Apply Letterbox aspect ratio to the active source.

Apply VirtualWide aspect ratio to the active source.

Apply Cinema aspect ratio to the active source.

Apply VirtualCinema aspect ratio to the active source.

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The projector does not respond to this key.

0x0c 2

0x0d 3

0x0e 4

0x0f 5

0x14 6

0x15 7

0x16 8

0x17 9

0x18 0

0x12 (none)

The projector does not respond to this key.

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The projector does not respond to this key.

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Serial Communications

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

IR Code

0x10 (none)

0x13 (none)

(none) (none)

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:

Function Command Description

Set

Get

Increment

RS232

Keyname

Remote Button Description

ZOOM

LENS

LIGHT

The projector does not respond to this key.

Activates remote backlighting when pressed.

Operations Control Commands

= <value>

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Assigns that value to the parameter.

Returns the current value of that parameter.

Adds 1 to the current value.

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

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“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.

Response: OP RESYNC [CR]

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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.

Serial Communications

Table 6-2. Serial Commands

Operation Commands Values Notes

aspect = ?

memory = ?

save.mem =

save.isf =

bright contrast saturat tint sharp nr

= ? + -

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0 = 16:9 1 = Letterbox 2 = 4:3 3 = VirtualWide 4 = Cinema 5 = VirtualCinema

0 = Custom 1 1 = Custom 2 2 = ISF Day 3 = ISF Night 4 = Default

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0 = Custom 1 1 = Custom 2

0 = ISF Day 1 = ISF Night

0 - 200

? returns a value only if ISF Day or ISF Night is active, otherwise it returns NA.

overscan = ?

source.sel = ?

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0 = Off 1 = Crop 2 = Zoom

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

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

pip.select = ?

resync (exe-

cute)

color.space = ?

video.stand = ?

gamma = ?

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

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

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

0 = 1.8 1 = 2.0 2 = 2.2 3 = 2.35 4 = 2.5

color.temp = ?

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dlp.frame = ?

color.gamut = ?

satco = ?

ccont = ?

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 5 = DCI 6 = PCE (custom)

0 = Off 1 = On

0 = Off 1 = Low 2 = Medium 3 = High

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

Serial Communications

red.off green.off blue.off

red.gain green.gain blue.gain

vert.pos = ? + -

horiz.pos = ? + -

phase = ? + -

tracking = ? + -

sync.level = ? + -

pip.pos = ?

menu.pos = ?

= ? + -

0-200 Red/Green/Blue Offset

0-200 Red/Green/Blue Gain

0-200

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

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0 = Top left 1 = Top right

2 = Bottom left 3 = Bottom right 4 = Center

trans.menu = ?

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blank.screen = ?

auto.pow.off = ?

auto.pow.on = ?

rear.proj = ?

ceil.mode = ?

logo.disp = ?

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

0 = Black 1 = Blue 2 = White

0 = Off 1 = On

0 = Off 1 = On 2 = Auto

0 = Off 1 = On

Translucent Menu

Serial Communications

Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

1.key

2.key

3.key

trig.1 trig.2

model.name ?

ser.number ?

soft.version ?

act.source ?

= ?

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

0 = Lamp 3 = 4:3 4 = AutoScope 5 = RS232 6 = On 7 = Off

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

HD 1/HD 2/HD 3 key source assignments.

pip.source ?

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h.refresh ?

v.refresh ?

pixel.clock ?

signal ?

total.hours ?

environment ?

fact.reset (exe-

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

<number> kHz

<number> Hz

<number> MHz

<string> temperatures

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Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

Serial Communications

blue.only =

pattern =

language = ?

0 = Off 1 = On

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 11 = Off

0 = English 1 = French 2 = German 3 = Italian 4 = Spanish 5 = Swedish 10= Portuguese 11 = Russian

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OSD language only.

cinewide = ?

altitude = ?

red.hsg.hue yellow.hsg.hue green.hsg.hue cyan.hsg.hue blue.hsg.hue magenta.hsg.hue red.hsg.sat yellow.hsg.sat green.hsg.sat cyan.hsg.sat blue.hsg.sat magenta.hsg.sat

red.hsg.gain yellow.hsg.gain green.hsg.gain cyan.hsg.gain blue.hsg.gain magenta.hsg.gain

= ? + -

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= ? + -

0 = Off 1 = CineWide 2 = AutoScope

0 = auto 1 = high

0-200 Personal Color Equalizer

(PCE) “Hue” and “Satura tion” settings.

0-200 PCE “Level” settings.

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Serial Communications

Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued)

Operation Commands Values Notes

white.red.gain white.green.gain white.blue.gain

hue.correct = ?

status ?

errcode ?

msgbox = ?

= ? + -

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0-200 PCE “White Balance”

settings.

0 = Off 1 = On

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

Refer to RS-232 Error Codes, below.

0 = On 1 = Off

Runco Smart Color (RSC)

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

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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

Table 6-3

Serial Communications

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

Inlet NTC thermal sensor is over temperature.

Outlet NTC thermal sensor is over temperature.

Red LED thermal sensor is over temperature.

Green LED thermal sensor is over temperature.

Blue LED thermal sensor is over temperature.

Fan failure upon system power-up.

Fan 1 failed.

Fan 2 failed.

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Fan 3 failed.

Fan 4 failed.

Fan 5 failed.

Fan 6 failed.

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DDP3021 communication failure upon system power-up.

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PCF8575 external GPIO communication failure.

Gennum SP1 communication failure upon system power-up.

System hardware I2C communication failure.

System software I2C communication failure.

EEPROM checksum error.

EDID checksum error.

Serial Communications

Notes:

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Runco Q-750I User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

Compliance Information

1. Introduction

1.1 About This Manual

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

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Textual and Graphic Conventions

Using This Manual

1.3 Description, Features and Benefits

Key Features and Benefits The Q-750i offers these key features and benefits:

Parts List Your Q-750i is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,

2. Controls and Functions

2.1 Q-750i at a Glance

Figure 2-1. Q-750i Front/Side/Top View

2.2 Q-750i Rear Panel

Figure 2-2. Q-750i Rear Panel

2.3 Q-750i Remote Control

Figure 2-3. Q-750i Remote Control

3. Installation

3.1 Remote Control

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

Notes on Remote Control Operation

Quick Setup

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

3.3 Installation Considerations

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

Ambient LightIn general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast ratio in your

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

Figure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance

Table 3-3. Throw Ratios for the Q-750i Series

Vertical and Horizontal Position

Figure 3-2. Projector Placement

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

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

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

Figure 3-5. Folded Optics

Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:

3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Mount

Figure 3-6. Q-750i/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly

Figure 3-7. Q750i with Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands

Figure 3-8. AutoScope Lens Motor Installation

Figure 3-9. Q-750i/CineWide with Rainier II/McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate - Exploded View

3.5 Mounting the Q-750i

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

3.6 Connections to the Q-750i

Connector Panel Access To access the connector panel, pull

Connecting Source Components to the Q-750i

Figure 3-10. HDMI/DVI Source Connections

Figure 3-11. RGB Connections

Figure 3-12. Component Video Connections

Figure 3-13. Composite and S-Video Connections

RS-232 Controller Connection

Figure 3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection

Figure 3-15. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs

Connecting an External IR Receiver

Figure 3-16. External IR Receiver Connection

Connecting to AC PowerProjector: The Q-750i ships with various types of AC power cords. Choose the one that

3.7 Turning on the Power

3.8 Primary Lens Adjustments

Focus and Zoom To focus the projected image, grasp the lens by

Lens Shift To access the lens shift controls, loosen the Phillips screw at the bottom of the decorative

Horizontal Lens Shift

Vertical Lens Shift

3.9 Changing the OSD Language

3.10 Adjusting the Picture Orientation

Rear ProjectionIf the projector is used in a rear-projection application (see Figure 3-5), press repeatedly

Ceiling ModeIf the projector is ceiling-mounted, the Q-750i automatically inverts the image. If this

3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens

Figure 3-17. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View

Figure 3-18. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring

4. Operation

4.1 Selecting An Input Source

4.2 Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP)

Table 4-1. Available Main and PIP Source Combinations

4.3 Using the On-Screen Menus