Runco RS-900 User Manual

OW N E R ’S OP E R A T I N G MA N U A L

RS-900 Series

1080p Digital Light ProcessingTM Projectors

RS-900

RS-900/CineWide RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers

Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! We believe Runco produces “The World’s Finest Home Theater Products.” With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance.

This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your other important documents.

WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

SERVICE LABOR: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of manufacturing defect for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the lamp).

PARTS (not including the lamp): Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.

PROJECTOR LAMP: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a manufacturing defect for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Runco will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement lamps are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does not cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and brownouts; damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote control units, damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty.

CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED RUNCO DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR RUNCO PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY RUNCO AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.

RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:

Runco limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There are no express warranties. Runco also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

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EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:

This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date.

IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION:

Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.

CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:

Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Runco video product will be performed at the location of the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Runco Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Runco factory for repairs. If, solely in Runco’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Runco Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Runco factory, it is the owner’s responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Runco Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Runco directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Runco will return product transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the responsibility of the owner.

COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

© Copyright 2007 Runco International. 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 the manufacturer.

Reflection, Enhanced GEN3, DHD, Vivix, Virtual Cinema, CineWide, AutoScope, O-Path, CinOptx, LiveLink, CSMS, SuperOnyx and VirtualWide are trademarks of Runco International. All other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.

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

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write:

RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Attn: Customer Service Department

2900 Faber Street

Union City, CA 94587

Ph: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: (800) 23-RUNCO

RUNCO VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION

RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS

_________________________________________________________	________________________________________
Model Purchased	Date

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Serial Number

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Runco Authorized Dealer Name

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address
____________________________________________	__________________	________________________
City	State/Province	Postal Code
____________________________________________	_______________________________________________________
Phone	Fax

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Important Safety Instructions

Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video projector! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING

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.

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.

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 Runco.

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. 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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Compliance Information

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:

Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, a subsidiary of Planar Systems, Inc.

Manufacturer’s Address: 2900 Faber Street, Union City, CA 94587

hereby declares that the products Model Numbers:

RS-900, RS-900/CineWide and RS-900/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"

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 Planar Systems, Inc., 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006.

Date of Declaration: October 2007

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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.

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.

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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	Table of Contents
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY .................................................................................		iii
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................		vi
Compliance Information ...............................................................................................		vii
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
	RS-900 at a Glance ......................................................................................................	5
	RS-900 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................	8
	RS-900 Remote Control .............................................................................................	10
3.	Installation ...............................................................................................................	15
	Remote Control ..........................................................................................................	15
	Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................	15
	Notes on Remote Control Operation.....................................................................	15
	Quick Setup ...............................................................................................................	16
	Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................	17
	Installation Type ....................................................................................................	17
	Ambient Light .......................................................................................................	17
	Throw Distance.....................................................................................................	18
	Vertical and Horizontal Position.............................................................................	19
	Vertical Lens Shift .................................................................................................	20
	Folded Optics .......................................................................................................	21
	Other Considerations ............................................................................................	21
	Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Mount ...........................................	21
	Installing the AutoScope Lens Motor (RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope) ............	22
	Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (RS-900/CineWide, Prismatic Lens) .......	25
	Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (RS-900/CineWide, Cylindrical Lens)......	26

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Mounting the RS-900 .................................................................................................	28
Floor Mounting (Upright) .......................................................................................	28
Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)....................................................................................	28
Adjusting the Projector Height or Projection Angle ................................................	28
Connections to the RS-900 ........................................................................................	29
Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................	29
Connecting Source Components to the RS-900...................................................	29
RS-232 Controller Connection ..............................................................................	32
Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment .......................	33
Connecting to AC Power ......................................................................................	34
Turning on the Power .................................................................................................	34
Changing the OSD Language .....................................................................................	35
Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................	35
Primary Lens Adjustments ..........................................................................................	35
Focus and Zoom ..................................................................................................	35
Vertical Lens Shift .................................................................................................	35
Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens .............................................	36
Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment - RS-900/CineWide with
AutoScope or RS-900/CineWide (McKinley or Rainier II Lens)...............................	37
Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment - RS-900/CineWide (Whitney Lens) 42
4. Operation .................................................................................................................	45
Selecting Video Memory .............................................................................................	45
Selecting an Aspect Ratio ..........................................................................................	45
Adjusting the Picture ..................................................................................................	45
Selecting An Input Source ..........................................................................................	45
Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) .....................................................................................	46
Using the On-Screen Menus ......................................................................................	46
Main Menu............................................................................................................	48
Source Select .......................................................................................................	48
Picture Adjust .......................................................................................................	48
Aspect Ratio.........................................................................................................	53
Installation.............................................................................................................	55
Information ...........................................................................................................	59
Setup....................................................................................................................	59
ISF........................................................................................................................	61

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5.	Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................		65
	Lamp Replacement ....................................................................................................		65
	Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................................................................		66
6.	Serial Communications ..........................................................................................		69
	RS-232	Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................	69
	Serial Command Syntax .............................................................................................		69
7.	Specifications ..........................................................................................................		73
	RS-900	Specifications ................................................................................................	73
	RS-900	Dimensions ...................................................................................................	76
	RS-900/CineWide Dimensions ...................................................................................		77
	RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions ..........................................................		78
	Supported Timings .....................................................................................................		79

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Notes:

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List of Figures
2-1. RS-900 Front/Side/Top View........................................................................................	5
2-2. RS-900 Rear/Bottom/Side View ...................................................................................	7
2-3. RS-900 Rear Panel.......................................................................................................	8
2-4. RS-900 Remote Control.............................................................................................	10
3-1. Estimating Throw Distance .........................................................................................	18
3-2. Projector Placement ...................................................................................................	19
3-3. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only)...............................................................................	20
3-4. Folded Optics.............................................................................................................	21
3-5. RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly – Exploded View........................	22
3-6. RS-900 with Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands...............................................	23
3-7. AutoScope Lens Motor Installation .............................................................................	24
3-8. RS-900/CineWide with Whitney (Prismatic) Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Plate
- Bottom View .............................................................................................................	25
3-9. RS-900/CineWide with Rainier II/McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate and Ceiling
Mounting Plate - Exploded View..................................................................................	26
3-10. HDMI/DVI Source Connections ................................................................................	29
3-11. RGB Connections ....................................................................................................	30
3-12. Progressive Component Video Connections.............................................................	30
3-13. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections.........................................	31
3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection.........................................................................	32
3-15. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to the AutoScope Lens Motor ......................	33
3-16. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment......................................	33
3-17. RS-900 Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View ..............................	37
3-18. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring .....................................................	38
3-19. Standard RS-900 Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View ...............	42
4-1. RS-900 OSD Menu Structure .....................................................................................	47
4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness .........................................................	49
4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ..........................................................	50
4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint................................	51
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................	52
4-6. Keystone Correction...................................................................................................	56
4-7. Pincushion Correction ................................................................................................	57
4-8. Gain and Offset ..........................................................................................................	61
4-9. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram .................................................................................	63

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List of Figures

7-1.	RS-900 Dimensions ...................................................................................................	76
7-2.	RS-900/CineWide Dimensions (with Whitney Anamorphic Lens).................................	77
7-3.	RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions..........................................................	78

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1. Introduction
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco RS-900	1.1
Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projector.	About This Manual
Throughout this manual, the Runco RS-900 DLP Projector is referred to as the “RS-900.”
Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the		Target Audience
most out of the RS-900.
Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and
other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.Runco.com.
Runco welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [e-mail].		If You Have Comments
		About This Manual...
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify		Textual and Graphic
the information and instructions provided:		Conventions

• 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 select the Component 1 input, type X133X.”

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

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

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

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

Note

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

		TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using
		certain features.
	Note	NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special
		significance. They also provide supplemental information.
	Caution	CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can
		degrade performance or cause a malfunction.
	WARNING	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!	DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or
		death.

1.2

Using This Manual

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

If you need...	... Turn to page:
Information about obtaining service	iv
General information about the RS-900 DLP Projector	3
Installation instructions	15
First-time configuration instructions	35
Advanced configuration instructions	59
Troubleshooting tips	66
Specifications for the RS-900 DLP Projector	73

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Introduction

The RS-900 DLP Projector offers the astounding picture quality and versatility heretofore associated with more expensive projectors. Their 1920 x 1080 native resolution DLP light engine features Runco's powerful SuperOnyx™ technology for bright, pristine high-definition (1080p) images.

Contrast ratio and dynamic range extend to new heights with Runco's exclusive, electronically-controlled iris system.

The RS-900 is equipped with a precision optics package featuring electronic lens shift and a throw range of 1.87 to 2.20 times the screen width.

The RS-900's illumination system provides two light intensity levels to allow maximum flexibility for screen size, ambient light conditions, brightness and contrast balance, and lamp life preservation. It also has a newly refined cooling system, which increases efficiency and reduces noise levels.

The RS-900 has been engineered to comply with Imaging Science Foundation™ (ISF) standards for maximum home theater image quality. Runco's sophisticated parameters for white balance and color gamut control have also been implemented for precise balance of gray scale and color. The RS-900 incorporates Runco-proprietary de-interlacing technology that provides exceptional scaling and film-to-video (3:2 pulldown) conversion for the most artifact-free images possible.

For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope” (2.35:1) format, the RS-900 can be equipped with Runco’s patent-pending CineWide™ technology, a combination of software, electronics and high-quality anamorphic optics. CineWide 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 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider while full height is maintained. Also available with the RS-900 is CineWide with AutoScope™, an enhanced, remote-controlled motorized version of CineWide.

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

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

1.3

Description, Features and Benefits

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Introduction

Key Features and Benefits The RS-900 offers these key features and benefits:

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

•DLP system using SuperOnyx™ Digital Micromirror Device (DMD)

•7-segment color wheel produces wide dynamic range and rich grayscale

•Reflectance Volume Regulation (RVR™) provides for infinitely variable adjustment of the light path through the optics, enabling the perfect balance of black and white levels for each individual installation

•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

Parts List Your RS-900 is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO.

•RS-900 DLP Projector

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

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

•Source Connection Cables, 9.8 feet (3.0 meters):

•Composite Video

•S-Video

•Component Video

•RGB (DB15HD to 5xBNC)

•HDMI to HDMI

•HDMI to DVI-D

•Serial Communication Cable (D-sub 9-pin female to RJ-11 male), 9.8 feet (3.0 meters)

•Warranty information and registration card

•Runco RS-900 Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)

Optional Accessories:

•CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)

•Ceiling mount kit (part number RUHK-004860)

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

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Controls and Functions

Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key RS-900 components.

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2

3

2.1

RS-900 at a Glance

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9

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7

6

5

4

Figure 2-1. RS-900 Front/Side/Top View

1.EXHAUST VENT

2.ZOOM TAB

Use this to change the projected image size.

3.TOP IR SENSOR

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4.TEMP LED

Indicates fan status and internal temperature as follows:

•Off during normal operation

•Red when internal temperature is too high or a fan failure occurs

5.INTAKE VENT

6.POWER/STANDBY LED

Indicates power status as follows:

•Orange when the projector is in standby mode

•Flashes green for approximately 45 seconds after the projector is turned on to indicate that the lamp is warming up

•Green during normal operation

•Flashes orange for approximately 110 seconds after the projector is turned off to indicate that the lamp is cooling down

•Red when an internal failure requiring service has occurred

7.LAMP LED

Indicates lamp status as follows:

•Off during normal operation

•Red when the lamp has exceeded its usage life or developed a problem

8.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.

9.FRONT IR SENSOR

10.PROJECTION LENS

To adjust the focus, grasp the lens by the outer ring and rotate it.

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Controls and Functions

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2

3

4

5

6

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Figure 2-2. RS-900 Rear/Bottom/Side View

1.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.

2.CABLE OPENING

Pass cables through this opening.

3.CABLE ACCESS DOOR

Open to access connectors.

4.LAMP MODULE COVER

Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.

5.FRONT/REAR ADJUSTERS

Use these to adjust the projector height or projection angle.

6.CEILING MOUNT HOLES

Use these to attach the ceiling bracket to the projector.

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2.2

RS-900 Rear Panel

Figure 2-3 shows the RS-900 rear panel.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

S-VID /

S-VID

10

9

8

Figure 2-3. RS-900 Rear Panel

1.HDMI 1 (Digital)

HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output.

2.HDMI 2 (Digital)

3.COMP 1 (RCA connectors)

Standardor 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.

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

4.COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT

Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other composite video source.

5.S-VIDEO

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

6.POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

Connect the RS-900 to power here.

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7.MAIN POWER SWITCH

Disconnects or applies power to the RS-900.

8.RS-232 CONTROL PORT

A female, RJ-11 connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater automation/control system.

9.12-VOLT (250 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUT (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)

Connection for a 12-volt trigger-controlled device. This can be a retractable screen, screen mask or the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system.

10.COMP 2 / RGB

Five BNCs for connecting either RGB or component (YPbPr), SD or HD video signals. (The RS-900 automatically detects the signal format.)

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2.3

RS-900 Remote Control

Figure 2-4 shows the RS-900 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality.

1	LIGHT	ON		OFF	2
	VID	S-VID	COMP1	COMP2
					3
	RGB	HDMI	HDMI 2
	INFO			RVR
4		ENTER
	EXIT			MENU
	BRT	CONT	COL	TINT	5
6	ISF	ISF	CUST1	CUST2
	NIGHT	DAY
	16 : 9	4 : 3	LBOX	VWIDE
					7
	CINEMA	1	2	VCINE
8	3	4	5	6
	7	8	9	0
	PIP	ACT	PIP +	PIP -	9
10			LENS

Figure 2-4. RS-900 Remote Control

1.LIGHT

Press to illuminate the buttons.

2.ON / OFF

Use these buttons to turn the projector on or off.

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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.

COMP1

Press to select Component 1 video input as the source.

COMP2

Press to select Component 2 video input as the source.

RGB

Press to select the Component 2 RGB input.

HDMI / HDMI 2

Press to select an HDMI input.

4.INFO

Displays active source, signal resolution, aspect ratio and other projector status information.

Cursor Keys (, , , )

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

RVR (Reflectance Volume Regulation)

Adjusts the lens aperture (iris) setting according to the ambient light level in the viewing area.

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.

MENU

Press this button to show or hide the on-screen display (OSD) controls.

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.

TINT

Press to adjust color hues.

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6.Memory Preset Buttons:

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.

CUST1 / CUST2

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

8.0 - 9

Use these keys to enter menu passcodes.

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

ACT

Press to switch to the active window in PIP mode.

PIP

Press to activate PIP mode.

PIP+

Press to enlarge the PIP window.

PIP-

Press to shrink the size of the PIP window.

10.LENS

Press to access the lens shift controls.

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Notes:

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3. Installation

To install batteries in the remote control, push the battery cover and slide it off. Install the two AAA batteries with the correct polarity and then replace the cover.

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

•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.

3.1

Remote Control

Notes on 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 installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions.

	Note		Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video
			installation specialist.
Table 3-1. Installation Overview
Step			Procedure	For Details, Refer to
				page...
1		Choose a location for the projector		17
2		If installing an RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope:		21
		Install AutoScope lens motor (optional)
3		Mount the projector		28
4		Connect signal sources to the RS-900		29
5		Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional)		32
6		Connect 12-volt trigger output to AutoScope lens motor or		33
		other equipment (optional)
7		Apply power to the projector		34
8		Change the OSD Language (optional)		35
9		For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select		35
		the proper picture orientation
10		Primary lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom),		20, 35
		position (shift) and focus
11		Install CineWide anamorphic lens (optional)		36
12		CineWide lens adjustments: position, pitch (angle),		39
		geometry and focus
		Projector calibration: adjust the following for each input,		53 through 58
		starting with Component 1; save settings when finished:
		Aspect ratio
13		Brightness
		Contrast
		Color level
		Tint
		Input position

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