Runco V-50HD, V-63HD User Manual

I NSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL

Vistage™ Series

Ultra-Thin Flat-Panel Displays

Models V-50HD and V-63HD

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, LLC (“Runco”) with the purchase
of a covered Runco product. The following sets forth Runco’s Standard Limited Warranty applicable to all Runco projectors,
processors, LCD display and plasma display products, with the exception of the following models: XP-103DHD, SC-1, SC-1a,
CW-95DHD and VW-100HD

The following terms and conditions of the RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty represent a contract between us, Runco, and
you, the customer, who has purchased a Runco product. This contract applies to purchases of covered Runco products
occurring on or after February 11, 2010. 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

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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 sole 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 substantially 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 then-current MSRP
product), if repair or replacement of the product is determined by Runco to not be feasible. Runco has sole discretion in
determining whether a same or like model is offered, and what constitutes a “substantially similar model.”

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 of use, whichever comes first. All other accessories, which include but are 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 the original shipment of the accessory.

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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of a similar

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

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

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RuncoCare Claim Procedure

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

1. The Customer is required to contact a Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support via email at [e-mail] or via
phone at (toll free) (800) 23RUNCO (800-237-8626). If the customer is located outside North America, call [phone]
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 resolve the problem through troubleshooting, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number will be issued for the
exchange of the defective product if it is determined that the claim was made within the coverage period of the Standard
Limited Warranty.

4. If it is determined that the Standard Limited Warranty applies to the claim, 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. For in-warranty repairs, Runco will pay freight charges to return the repaired/replacement product (which shall not include
accessories--e.g., cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens cap and other peripherals sold with the Runco product) to the
customer from the Runco repair depot.

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

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 (including lamps) that are not purchased from Runco or do not meet Runco’s specifications
g Normal wear and tear

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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
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. Black uniformity issues or other LCD issues associated with usage outside the Runco recommended guidelines and
specifications for the product

7. Bright or dark sub pixels that are characteristic of LCD technology and considered by Runco to be acceptable and within
Runco’s manufacturing specifications. (See “Sub Pixel Policy,” below.)

8. 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

Sub Pixel Policy

It is not uncommon for one or more sub pixels to become bright or dark during or after the manufacturing process. A bright
sub pixel is one that remains in the on position, and a dark sub pixel is one that appears black or off. The sub pixels are usually
hard to see and will not detract from the display quality or usability at normal viewing distance. The following are Runco’s
criteria for identifying bright or dark sub pixels that would be considered unacceptable: a) the number of bright or dark sub
pixels; b) the location of the bright or dark sub pixels; c) the color of the bright sub pixels; and d) the Runco model size. If sub
pixels have been identified as unacceptable by Runco the LCD will be deemed faulty and will be replaced if reported within the
warranty period. If there are issues with bright or dark sub pixels, gather the information listed above and call or email
[e-mail].

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1. Runco will not accept returned Product unless an RMA number has been issued by Runco.

2. If an Advance Exchange return occurs, it is the customer’s responsibility to properly package the defective product and
ship it to the address provided by the Runco technical support representative with the RMA number prominently
displayed. If the defective product is not properly packaged and is damaged in transit during its return to Runco, you may
be invoiced for either the repair costs, if repairable, or the MSRP of a replacement product and shipping costs incurred by
Runco.

3. The repaired or replaced product will assume the remainder of your original product’s RuncoCare Service Plan term or 90
days from the date the repaired unit is shipped, whichever is longer.

4. If a replacement product is sent, the customer agrees to retain the replacement for the product you purchased and your
defective product becomes the property of Runco.

Extended Service Options

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

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Online Product Registration

Please visit http://www.runco.com/support/product-registration/ to register product.

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.

Exclusion of Damages

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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.

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

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

COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

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© Copyright 2011 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.

The trademarks reproduced 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.

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

16. Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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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:

V-50HD and V-63HD

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: April 2011

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FCC PART 15:

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

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003):

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

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

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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

Vistage Series at a Glance ............................................................................................5

Front-Panel Controls and Indicators........................................................................ 5

Rear-Panel Connectors...........................................................................................6

DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................7

DHD Controller Rear Panel ........................................................................................... 8

V-50HD/V-63HD Remote Control Unit .........................................................................9

3. Installation ...............................................................................................................13

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Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................13

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Notes on Remote Control Operation .....................................................................14

Quick Setup ............................................................................................................... 14

Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................15

Mounting the V-50HD/V-63HD on a Wall or Table Stand ......................................15

Audio/Video Synchronization Issues...................................................................... 15

Ventilation.............................................................................................................16

Ambient Light .......................................................................................................16

Other Considerations ............................................................................................16

Rack-Mounting the DHD Controller.......................................................................16

Connections to the V-50HD/V-63HD and DHD Controller .......................................... 17

Connecting the DHD Controller to the V-50HD/V-63HD........................................ 17

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Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller .......................................18

Connecting an Audio Processor or Secondary Display Device

to the DHD Controller (Optional)............................................................................ 22

RS-232 Controller Connection .............................................................................. 23

Ethernet Network Connection ............................................................................... 23

Connecting to AC Power ......................................................................................24

Turning on the Power .................................................................................................24

4. Operation .................................................................................................................25

Setting the Computer Display Properties ....................................................................25

Using the On-Screen Menus ......................................................................................27

Main Menu............................................................................................................29

Input Source......................................................................................................... 29

Aspect Ratio.........................................................................................................29

Screen..................................................................................................................32

Picture..................................................................................................................32

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Input Position........................................................................................................36

Memory Presets .................................................................................................. 38

Sleep Timer ..........................................................................................................39

Information ........................................................................................................... 40

Calibration ............................................................................................................41

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Service ................................................................................................................. 47

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 57

Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................................................................57

6. External Control ......................................................................................................59

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Serial Communications ...............................................................................................59

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration .......................................................... 59

Serial Command Syntax .......................................................................................59

Using Discrete IR Codes ............................................................................................64

IR Command Protocol ..........................................................................................64

IR Command List..................................................................................................66

Using HDMI CEC Messages .......................................................................................68

CEC Command List.............................................................................................. 68

7. Specifications .......................................................................................................... 71

V-50HD/V-63HD Specifications ..................................................................................71

DHD Controller Specifications .................................................................................... 72

V-50HD Dimensions ...................................................................................................73

V-63HD Dimensions ...................................................................................................74

Supported Timings .....................................................................................................75

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1List of Figures

2-1. V-50HD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators................................................................5

2-2. V-63HD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators................................................................5

2-3. V-50HD/V-63HD Rear Panel ........................................................................................6

2-4. DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................7

2-5. DHD Controller Rear Panel ...........................................................................................8

2-6. DHD Controller/V-50HD/V-63HD Remote Control ........................................................9

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3-1. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting .......................................................16

3-2. Connecting the V-50HD/V-63HD to the DHD Controller .............................................17

3-3. HDMI Source Connections .........................................................................................18

3-4. Component Video Source Connections...................................................................... 19

3-5. RGBHV Source Connections......................................................................................20

3-6. SCART RGBS Source Connection .............................................................................21

3-7. Composite Video Source Connections ....................................................................... 21

3-8. Audio Processor Connection to DHD Controller .........................................................22

3-9. RS-232 Control System Connection...........................................................................23

3-10. Ethernet Network Connection to Primary DHD Controller .........................................23

4-1. V-50HD/V-63HD OSD Menu Structure .......................................................................27

4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness .........................................................32

4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ..........................................................33

4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint................................34

4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................36

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4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram .................................................................................42

4-8. Keystone and Pincushion Distortion ...........................................................................45

4-9. Image Alignment Controls .......................................................................................... 46

6-1. RC5 Message Format ................................................................................................ 65

7-1. V-50HD Dimensions (with Optional Speaker Bar)........................................................73

7-2. V-63HD Dimensions (with Optional Speaker Bar)........................................................74

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Introduction

1. Introduction

This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco Vistage™
Series Flat Panel Display and DHD Controller.

Throughout this manual, the Runco Vistage™ Series Flat Panel Display and DHD
Controller is referred to as the “V-50HD/V-63HD.”

out of the V-50HD/V-63HD.

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

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

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

• Remote control unit 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 LETTERBOX <Enter>.”

• 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:

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1.1 About This Manual

Target AudienceRunco has prepared this manual to help installation personnel and end users get the most

If You Have Comments About This Manual...

Textual and Graphic Conventions

Note

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

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

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

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certain features.

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Using This Manual

Note

Caution

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

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

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WARNING

DANGER!

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

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

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

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General information about the Vistage™ Series Flat Panel Display
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Advanced configuration instructions 41

Troubleshooting tips 57

Specifications for the Vistage™ Series Flat Panel Display and
DHD Controller

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Introduction

Runco introduces its Vistage™ Series of ultra-thin flat panel displays, combining elegance,
beauty and unparalleled customization with the stellar video performance that is
synonymous with the Runco brand. These flat panel displays offer a stylish solution that
can be personalized to reflect the style and passion of its homeowner.

Unlike most other thin panel televisions, the entire front of the Vistage display is comprised
of solid glass, creating a better viewing performance when the display is on and a more
uniform finish when it is off. Beyond its sheer beauty, the glass front improves optical
performance of the flat panel, because there are no surface uniformity issues common to
the acrylic or plastic surfaces used on most televisions.

The Vistage Series utilizes the latest in display technology, including Runco’s Emissive Cell
Structure™, which delivers exceptional brightness and viewing angles. Using a proprietary
algorithm, each sub-pixel is individually modulated to turn on or off based on the content
being played, creating exceptional contrast and black levels previously unachieved in the
industry. The Emissive Cell Structure performs best in light-controlled environments and
offers amazing black levels and dark-content performance. Because the light sources turn
off for black content and because so much content is black, the Runco Vistage Series
also offers incredible operating efficiency.

The Vistage Series includes Runco’s new DHD-LS™, an ultra-slim (measuring just more
than 1 inch tall) video processor and scaler. The Runco DHD-LS allows connection to a
myriad of multiple sources, and its elegant design includes an all-glass front that
complements the sleek design of the Vistage Series. The DHD-LS includes Runco’s latest
ViVix™ processing for exceptional scaling and analog-to-digital signal conversion. It also
allows single-wire connectivity to the display and enables individual calibration and
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Key Features and Benefits The V-50HD/V-63HD offers these key features and benefits:

• Ultra-thin 1.7” panel inside a sleek, elegant design

• 50” (V-50HD) or 63” (V-63HD) diagonal screen size

• Completely customizable finish options with Runco FinishPalette™

• Emissive Cell Structure™ that delivers exceptional brightness and viewing angles

• Solid glass front for better viewing performance when the display is on and a more
uniform finish when it is off

• Ships with Runco’s new DHD-LS™ ultra-slim video processor and scaler

• Optional bottom-mount speaker bar and halo-shaped table stand

Parts List Your V-50HD/V-63HD is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or

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

• Vistage™ Series Flat Panel Display and DHD Controller

• DHD Controller Remote Control Unit and batteries

• AC power cords for display panel and DHD Controller

• Rack-mounting brackets and hardware for the DHD Controller

• Vistage™ Series Quick Setup Guide

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Optional Accessories:

• Wall-Mount Kit (part number 955-0239-00)

• Table Stand for V-50HD (part number 955-0225-00)

• Table Stand for V-63HD (part number 955-0226-00)

• Speaker Bar for V-50HD (part number 997-6255-00)

• Speaker Bar for V-63HD (part number 997-6257-00)

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2. Controls and Functions

2.1 Vistage Series at a Glance

Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the V-50HD/V-63HD front-panel controls and indicators.

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1. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Receives the signals from the remote control.

2. STANDBY INDICATOR

Lights blue to indicate that the V-50HD/V-63HD is in standby mode; otherwise, it is
off.

3. DISPLAY STAND

Optional accessory for table-top installations.

4. SPEAKER BAR

Optional accessory that can be mounted to the bottom of the panel.

Rear-Panel Connectors Figure 2-3 shows the rear-panel connector locations on the V-50HD/V-63HD.

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Figure 2-3. V-50HD/V-63HD Rear Panel

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The rear-panel connectors reside behind protective cover plates with cable routing slots.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the plates in order to connect cables, and to
re-attach them afterward.

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1. AC POWER INPUT
Connect the V-50HD/V-63HD to AC power here.

2. DHD INPUT PANEL

• SECONDARY INPUT
For future use.

• SERVICE PORT
For future use.

• PRIMARY INPUT
HDCP-compliant digital video input. Connect the HDMI output from the DHD

Controller to this input.

To minimize the amount of space required behind the panel when
wall-mounted, the connectors are recessed and right-angled
relative to the rear panel surface (the AC input faces right and the
other input connectors face downward).

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Controls and Functions

Figure 2-4 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the
paragraphs that follow describe them.

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1. STATUS LED
Indicates DHD Controller status as follows:

• Solid yellow = DHD Controller is in standby mode (off)

• Flashing blue = DHD Controller is starting up

• Solid blue = normal operation

• Off = DHD Controller is shutting down (“cool-down” mode)

• Flashing yellow = error condition

• Alternately flashing blue/yellow = firmware upgrade in progress

2. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Receives the signals from the remote control.

2.2 DHD Controller Front Panel

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1. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

2. HD1 / HD2 (5 x Analog BNCs)

3. Component / SCART (3 x RCA connectors)

4. Video 1 / Video 2 / Video 3

5. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / HDMI 4 (Digital)

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7. HDMI Out (Audio Only)

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PC / Control

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Connect the DHD Controller to power here.

Two inputs (five BNCs per input) for connecting standard-definition (SD = 480i/576i),
enhanced-definition (ED = 480p/576p) or high-definition (HD = 720p/1080i/1080p)
component video sources, or RGBHV sources such as personal computers.

SD/HD input for connecting SDTV, EDTV or HDTV component video sources. Also
provides RGB input for SCART RGBS sources.

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Standard, composite video inputs for connecting a VCR, camcorder or other
composite video source. The Video 1 input also provides composite sync input for
SCART RGBS sources.

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

A female RJ-45 connector for wired network communications.

Connect this output to an audio control system to pass through HDMI audio.

Note

messages from the “HDMI Audio Out” connector.

8. HDMI Out (To Display)
Connect this to an HDMI input on your display device.

9. RS-232 (PC / Control)
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or automation/control
system.

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The DHD Controller does not transmit HDMI CEC control

Controls and Functions

Figure 2-6 shows the V-50HD/V-63HD remote control, and the paragraphs that follow
describe its functionality.

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1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR
Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted.

2. LIGHT
Press to illuminate the buttons.

3. ON / OFF
Press to turn the DHD Controller and display on or off.

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

5. Cursor Buttons (, , , )
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display
patterns.

When no menu is present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through the
available aspect ratios, in this order:

UP Button = Native - Virtual Cinema - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - 4:3 - 16:9
DOWN Button = 16:9 - 4:3 - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtual Cinema -

Native

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Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in
this order:
LEFT Button = HDMI 4 - HDMI 3 - HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - SCART - HD 2 - HD 1 ­Component - Composite 3 - Composite 2 - Composite 1
RIGHT Button = Composite 1 - Composite 2 - Composite 3 - Component - HD 1 ­HD 2 - SCART - HDMI 1 - HDMI 2 - HDMI 3 - HDMI 4

6. EXIT
Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one.

7. MENU
Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return

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8. Memory Preset Buttons:

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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.

CUST 1

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

CUST 2

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

9. VID 1 (1) / VID 2 (2) / VID 3 (3)
Press to select a composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric
character “1,” “2” or “3.”

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10. HD 1 (4) / HD 2 (5)
Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input or to enter the numeric
character “4” or “5.”

11. COMP (Component) (6)
Press to select the Component video input as the source or to enter the numeric
character “6.”

12. HDMI 1 (7) / HDMI 2 (8) / HDMI 3 / HDMI 4 (0)
Press to select an HDMI input as the source or to enter the numeric character “7,” “8”
or “0.”

13. SCART (9)
Press to select the SCART video input as the source or to enter the numeric character
“9.”

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

NATIVE

Displays the source signal in its native resolution, centered in the display area.

16:9

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

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4:3

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

LETBOX (Letterbox)

For viewing non-anamorphic (“full-screen”) DVDs on a 16:9 screen.

V-WIDE (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.

V-CINE

Selects the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio.

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3. Installation

Note

To install batteries in the remote control:

1. Press down the tab on the cover and
pull the cover in the direction of the
arrow.

2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure
that the polarities correctly match the

and markings inside the battery

compartment.

3. Insert the lower tab of the cover into
the opening, and press down the cover
until it clicks in place.

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

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3.1 Remote Control

• 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.

• Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as from sunshine, fire or the like.

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

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Notes on Remote Control

Operation

3.2

Quick Setup

• Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote
control and the IR receiver on the DHD Controller.

• 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 DHD Controller, and repeat the operation.

Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the V-50HD/V-63HD installation process. The
sections following this one provide detailed instructions.

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Step Procedure

Mount the V-50HD/V-63HD on a wall (refer to instructions
provided with the wall-mount kit)

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—OR—
Attach table stand (refer to instructions provided with the stand)

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If using the V-50HD/V-63HD with a computer, adjust computer

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DHD Controller input calibration: adjust the following for each
DHD Controller input and display mode (resolution/frame
rate); save settings when finished:

• Aspect ratio • Color level

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• Brightness • Tint

• Contrast • Input position

• Color temperature and white balance

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Proper installation of your V-50HD/V-63HD will ensure the highest possible picture quality.
Whether you are installing the V-50HD/V-63HD temporarily or permanently, you should
take the following into account to ensure that it performs optimally.

To install the V-50HD/V-63HD, you will need either an optional table stand or
wall-mounting kit.

If you are wall-mounting a V-50HD/V-63HD, ensure that the wall-mount bracket is installed
according to the instructions included with it. The wall must be capable of supporting a
redundant weight factor three (3) times the weight of the display, or be reinforced.

Runco recommends that this be done by a custom installation specialist.

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Note

Due to its extraordinarily high level of video processing performance, the DHD Controller
may distribute video signals with a perceptible level of audio latency. In order to easily
solve this issue, Runco recommends using the DHD Controller with a high-quality audio
receiver that has the ability to effectively synchronize audio and video signals.

Most mainstream audio receiver/switchers have the ability to synchronize the audio and
video to the Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC) prescribed tolerances.
According to the ATSC, the sound program should never lead the video program by more
than 15 milliseconds, and should never lag behind the video program by more than 45
milliseconds.

1. Use only a Runco-approved wall-mount kit or table stand that is

specifically designed for your display. Refer to Parts List on
page 4 for ordering information.

2. If you are wall-mounting the V-50HD/V-63HD, you must attach
the video and power cables to the display before mounting it.

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Mounting the V-50HD/V-63HD on a Wall or Table Stand

Audio/Video Synchronization Issues

In addition, many video displays and A/V receivers introduce additional latency that needs
to be compensated for during the installation.

Table 3-2 shows the amount of possible audio latency given different signal input timings.

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Table 3-2. Possible Audio Latency for Various Input Timings

Input Timing Possible Audio Latency (milliseconds)

480i 133

480p 83

576i 160

576p 100

720p/50 100

720p/60 83

1080i/25 160

1080i/30 133

1080p/24 125

1080p/50 80

1080p/60 67

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Ventilation If you are mounting the V-50HD/V-63HD in an enclosure, leave sufficient space on all

sides between it and surrounding objects, as shown in Figure 3-1. This allows heat to
disperse, maintaining the proper operating temperature.

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images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the display, 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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Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:

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

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

Rack-Mounting the DHD

Controller

The DHD Controller can be placed on any flat, stable surface such as a shelf or table, or it
can be rack-mounted using the supplied mounting hardware. Place the DHD Controller in
a location that provdes easy access to the power connector.

To mount the DHD Controller in a standard, 19-inch equipment rack, install the mounting
ears on either side of the chassis using the supplied screws. Then, secure the mounting
ears to the rack.

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Proceed as follows to connect the DHD Controller to the V-50HD/V-63HD, your video
sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power.

To access the rear-panel connectors, use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws
securing the protective cover plates (see Figure 2-3) to the panel, then remove the plates.

When connecting your equipment:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• Use the correct signal cables for each source.

• For best performance and to minimize cable clutter, use high-quality cables that are
only as long as necessary to connect two devices. (Don’t use a 20-foot cable when a
6-foot cable will suffice.)

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

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connectors that have them.

Connect the HDMI Out To Display connector on the DHD Controller to the PRIMARY
INPUT connector on the V-50HD/V-63HD. See Figure 3-2. Then, re-attach the input
cover plate, routing the cable through the nearest slot on the plate.

Use an HDMI cable for this connection. A DVI cable with

Caution

DVI-to-HDMI adapters will not work.

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Connecting the DHD Controller to the V-50HD/V-63HD

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Components to the DHD

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Connect your video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the
sections that follow.

HDMI Source Connections: See Figure 3-3.

Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. Not only does this ensure

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the best possible picture quality, it provides a communication
channel for CEC command messages between the display and
source component (if both support CEC).

You can also connect computers with DVI output to these inputs.

Note

Refer to Supported Timings on page 75 for a list of compatible
input signals.

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Figure 3-3. HDMI Source Connections

HDMI

AV OUT

HDMI

AV OUT

HDMI sources (BD, DVD, DTV Set-Top Box etc.)

HDMI

AV OUT

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Component Video Source Connections: Connect your component video sources to
the HD1, HD2 and/or Component/SCART inputs as shown in Figure 3-4.

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RGBHV Source Connections: Connect personal computers and/or other RGB sources
to the HD1 and/or HD2 inputs as shown in Figure 3-5.

HD1

HD2

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your SCART source to the Component/SCART input on the DHD Controller. Connect the
sync output from your SCART source to the Video 1 input on the DHD Controller. See
Figure 3-6.

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VCR

Camcorder

Gaming Console

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Connecting an Audio

Processor or Secondary

Display Device to the DHD

Controller (Optional)

The DHD Controller provides a second HDMI output (labeled HDMI Out (Audio Only)) for
connection to an audio receiver/switching system or secondary display device for
monitoring purposes. See Figure 3-8.

The DHD Controller does not transmit HDMI CEC control

Note

messages from the “HDMI Audio Out” connector. For more
information about CEC, refer to Using HDMI CEC Messages on
page 68.

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Figure 3-8. Audio Processor Connection to DHD Controller

Audio Processor/

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Use a straight-through, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or control/automation
system (if present) to the RS-232 port on the DHD Controller; see Figure 3-9.

For more information about using this connection, refer to External Control on page 59.

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HDMI 4

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Figure 3-9. RS-232 Control System Connection

RS-232 Controller Connection

Use a standard, Category 5 network cable with an RJ-45 plug to connect a network hub,
router or gateway to the Ethernet port on the Primary DHD Controller; see Figure 3-10.

For more information about configuring and using this connection, refer to Network on

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Ethernet Network Connection

Figure 3-10. Ethernet Network Connection to Primary DHD Controller

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Connecting to AC Power The V-50HD/V-63HD ships with two (2), AC power cords: one for the DHD Controller and

one for the display.

1. Plug the female end of one of the power cords into the AC receptacle on the rear of
the V-50HD/V-63HD (AC 100V ~ 240V); see Figure 2-3.

2. Connect the other end to your AC power source.

3. Re-attach the AC input cover plate, routing the power cord through the slot on the
plate.

4. Connect the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet using the other AC power cord.

3.5 Turning on the Power

1. Power up your source components.

2. Press the ON button on the remote control to turn on the system. The front-panel
status indicator on the DHD Controller flashes blue to indicate that it is powering up.

3. When the display is ready for use, the front-panel status indicator on the DHD
Controller lights solid blue.

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4. Operation

To maximize image quality when using the V-50HD/V-63HD with a personal computer,
you may need to adjust the display properties of your computer’s video card. To do this
on a Microsoft® Windows®-based PC:

1. Choose Settings from the Windows Start
Menu and click on “Control Panel.”

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2. Double click on the Display icon.

3. Click the Settings tab on the display dialog
box.

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5. Click the Advanced button and click the
Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the
Refresh Frequency to 60Hz and click
OK.

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WARNING

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1. The native resolution of the V-50HD/V-63HD is 1920 x 1080.
Other horizontal or vertical resolutions may be scaled upward or
downward to fit the display.

2. With most computers, you can get the best picture at
1024 x 768 @ 60Hz.

To prevent image retention (burn) on your display, ALWAYS use a
screen saver and set it to the shortest possible time.

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Operation

To display the Main Menu, press the MENU button on the remote control or DHD
Controller front panel (Figure 2-4).

To select a menu item, use the and buttons on the remote control or DHD Controller
front panel to highlight it. Then, to confirm your selection, press ENTER on the remote
control or DHD Controller front panel.

The V-50HD/V-63HD OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1.
Some menu options apply only to certain input signal types. For example, Phase and
Tracking can only be adjusted for RGB, Component video or SCART signals.

Input Source

Aspect Ratio

Screen

Picture

Input Position

Memory
Presets

Sleep Timer

Composite 1
Composite 2
Composite 3
Component
HD 1
HD 2
SCART
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4
16:9
4:3
Letterbox
VirtualWide
Cinema
Virtual Cinema
Native

Screen 1 / Screen 2
Brightness

Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Noise Filter
Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Overscan
Overscan Mode

(Zoom/Crop)
Phase

(RGB/Component/SCART signals only)
Tracking

(RGB/Component/SCART signals only)
Recall ISF Night or ISF Day
Recall/Save Custom 1 or Custom 2
Reset Custom 1 and Custom 2 to Factory

Default
Off, 30 Minutes, 60 Minutes, 90 Minutes, 2

Hours or 4 Hours

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Calibration

Signal

Network
Field Service
Manufacturing

Display Color ­Common
Settings

Display Color ­Panel Settings

Input Image

Input Color

Save ISF Night
Save ISF Day

Copy/Paste

Output Shift

Image
Alignment

Splash
Configure

OSD Position Hor. / Ver. 0, 1, 2 ... 100

(read-only)System

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Gain
Offset

Gamma

Color Temp

Panel Brightness 0, 1, 2, 3 ... 100
Power Mode High / Normal / Eco
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Gain
Offset

Chroma Delay

Noise Filter 0, 1, 2 ... 63

Back / Confirm

Memory Preset

Aspect Ratio

Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Corner Alignment Top Left / Top Right / Bottom Left / Bottom Right

Midpoint Alignment

Owner Name
ISF Calibrated
ISF Other
Splash Timer 5, 6, 7 ... 15 ... 59, 60
Splash Enable On/Off

4.2 Using the On-Screen Menus

-100, -99... 0 ... 99, 100 (Red, Green, Blue)

Mode
(Simple / Advanced)

Simple
(1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35 or 2.5)

Advanced
(0 (2.2 gamma curve),
1, 2, 3 ... 20 (custom gamma tables))

Simple
(3200K, 5500K, 6500K, 7500K or 9300K)

-50, -49 ... 0 ... 49, 50

-32, -31... 0 ... 31, 32
(HD 1, HD 2 and Component inputs only)

0, 1, 2 ... 7
(Composite inputs only)

Copy Settings
Paste Settings
Copy Settings
Paste Settings

-50, -49 ... 0 ... 49, 50

-50, -49, 48 ... 0

Center / Top Middle / Left Middle / Right Middle /
Bottom Middle

Note: Default settings appear in bold type.

Figure 4-1. V-50HD/V-63HD OSD Menu Structure

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Operation

Service

Color Bars 1

Test Video

Input Names Rename/Restore

Display Device - Configure

Network

Color Space

Miscellaneous

Sync Threshold 0, 1, 2 ... 15 (HD 1, HD 2 and Component inputs only)

HDMI

Front Panel Brightness

Auto Power Off

Standby Mode Low Power / Fast Startup
System Reset

Color Bars 2
Focus
Grey Bars

Picture Orientation

Diagnostics

IP Configuration

Auto Firmware Upgrade

E-Mail Notification

Remote Network Control On / Off
Auto, REC601, REC709,

RGB-PC or RGB-Video

Language

OSD Timer 0 (no timeout) or 5, 6, 7 ... 15 ... 60 sec.
OSD Messages On / Off
Blank Screen Color
Sidebar Color
Film Mode

(SD sources only)
CUE

(Chroma Upsampling Error)
Remote Code 00, 01, 02 ... 17 ... 31

HDMI EDID Extension On / Off (per HDMI input)

Audio Format

CEC On / Off
HPD Toggle Rejection On / Off
Logo LED 0 (off), 1, 2 ... 31
Standby LED On / Off
Enable On / Off
Hours 1, 2, 3, 4, ... 8 ... 23, 24

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Auto, Floor Front, Ceiling Front, Floor
Rear or Ceiling Rear

White, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Cyan,
Magenta

DHCP (On / Off), IP Address, Subnet
Mask, Default Gateway, Communication
Test

Auto Check for New Firmware, Auto
Perform Upgrade, Check for New
Firmware

E-Mail Address, Error Notification, Error
Notification to Runco, Periodic Service
Notification, Customer Information, E-Mail
Calibration Data

(Not available on Composite 1,
Composite 2 or Composite 3 inputs)

English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano,
Español, Svenska, (Simplified
Chinese), (Traditional Chinese),
Português, (Russian),
(Japanese) or (Korean)

Red/Green/Blue = 0, 1, 2, 3 ... 255

On / Off

On / Off

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Figure 4-1. V-50HD/V-63HD OSD Menu Structure (continued)

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Operation

Main MenuThe Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all DHD Controller functions.

(You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration and Service menus.)

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The active source is indicated by an arrow (Î) to its left; in this example, Composite is the
active source.

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Runco Video

Input Source
Aspect Ratio
Screen
Picture
Input Position
Memory Presets
Sleep Timer
Information
Calibration
Service

Input SourceFrom the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source.

Input Source

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Composite 1
Composite 2
Composite 3
Component
HD 1
HD 2
SCART
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4

from the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your
screen size and the type of program material being viewed; refer to Table 4-1.

The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “
selected.

Note that some aspect ratios are unavailable and/or not useful with certain types of
source material. The optimal setting depends on a number of factors, such as:

• The aspect ratio of the source material, as broadcast or encoded on the playback
medium.

• The “display type” (16:9 or 4:3) and output resolution settings at the source
component. Most modern DVD/BD players and set-top boxes have such controls.

• Viewer preference (original aspect ratio with “black bars,” or a full-screen presentation
with some distortion or cropping).

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7” to its left; in this example, 16:9 is

The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and
resolution.

Aspect RatioTo change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio

16:9

7

4:3



Letterbox



VirtualWide



Cinema



Virtual Cinema



Native



Aspect Ratio

Operation

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings

Remote

Aspect Ratio

16:9 16:9 Select 16:9 to view 16:9 DVDs

Control

Key

16:9 Image on

16:9 Screen (Display)

4:3 Image, stretched to fill

16:9 Screen (Display)

Description

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and HDTV programs in their
native aspect ratio.

4:3 images are stretched
horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.

4:3 4:3 4:3 scales the input signal to fit

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VirtualWide V-WIDE VirtualWide scales a 4:3 image

BOX

4:3 Image on

16:9 Screen (Display)

4:3 Image on

16:9 Display

(Letterbox aspect ratio)

4:3 Image on

16:9 Screen (Display)

4:3 Image on

16:9 Screen

with VirtualWide

in the center of the 16:9 screen.
4:3 is the aspect ratio used by
older computer monitors,
standard television
programming and most VHS
video cassettes.

Letterbox mode scales (zooms
in on) a 4:3 image linearly (by the
same amount on all sides) to fill
a 16:9 display.
Use Letterbox for viewing
LaserDisc movies or
“full-screen” DVDs on a 16:9
screen.

NON-linearly (more on the sides
than in the center) to fit a 16:9
screen.

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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Remote

Aspect Ratio

Cinema CINEMA Select Cinema to view 2.35:1

Control

Key

2.35:1 Image on
16:9 Screen

Description

source material on a 16:9
screen. The upper and lower
portions of the screen are
masked, but the geometry of the
active image area is not
changed.

Operation

Virtual Cinema V-CINE A 2.35:1 image is stretched

anamorphically in both
directions to fill a 16:9 display

2.35:1 Image on
16:9 Screen

2.35:1 Image on

16:9 Screen with

Virtual Cinema

area.

The 2.35:1 image is cropped on
all sides.

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Native NATIVE Select Native to display the

source signal in its native
resolution, centered in the

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720p HDTV Image

display area with no re-sizing or
overscan.

This means, for example, that
720p HDTV programs will
display with unused pixels on all
sides: 320 on the left and right
sides and 180 above and below.

With SDTV and EDTV sources,
the DHD Controller scales the
image horizontally to achieve a
16:9 aspect ratio.

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➤

A

Screen 1
Screen 2

Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Noise Filter

Screen

Picture

Screen The Screen Menu allows you to recall multiple sets of stored values for certain controls

(Output Shift and Image Alignment, to name two) that are saved for each aspect ratio.
Such settings are also saved “per screen.” To recall the Output Shift and Image Alignment
settings associated with “Screen 1” or “Screen 2,” make that selection here.

Picture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate each DHD Controller input to achieve

optimum picture quality.

The DHD Controller has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards
established by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully
crafted, industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has
implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to
obtain optimal picture quality from Runco video display devices. Accordingly, Runco
recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation
technician.

All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each DHD
Controller input separately.

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Note

Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and
regular program material, Runco recommends using an external test pattern source
(Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent) for best
results.

Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as
follows. Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.

Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an

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acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE
pattern.

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When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a
preset afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a
different input is selected. (Picture quality settings are saved for
each input and display mode separately.) For information about
saving settings, refer to Memory Presets on page 38.

Below Black

bove Black

Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness

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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 Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the brightness 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 4-3.

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Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast

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Select Contrast and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the
white rectangle starts to increase in size.

Note

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.

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Operation

Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the
one shown in Figure 4-4.

gray

yellow

cyan

green

red

magenta

blue

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Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint

1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or DHD Controller front panel.

2. Select Service from the Main Menu and press ENTER.

3. Enter the Service menu passcode.

4. Select Display Device from the Service menu and press ENTER.

5. Press ENTER again to select Configure.

6. Select Diagnostics and press ENTER.

7. Select Blue from the Diagnostics menu, then press ENTER to display only the blue
color channel.

8. Press EXIT (or MENU) repeatedly to return to the Main Menu.

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9. Select Picture from the Main Menu and press ENTER.

10.Select Color from the Picture menu and press ENTER.

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11.Adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to
be a single shade of blue:

Operation

gray

yellow

cyan

green

red

magenta

blue

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Tint: Tint or “hue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image.
When tint is decreased, the image appears redder; when it is increased the image
appears greener.

To adjust the tint, enable “blue only” display mode in the Diagnostics menu, as you would
for adjusting color saturation (refer to the previous section, Color Saturation).

Select Tint from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the tint level until the cyan
and magenta color bars (on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of
blue.

Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls

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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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Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust
sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. 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.

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Input Position

Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Overscan
Overscan Mode
Phase
Tracking

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Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness

Noise Filter: To apply noise filtering to the input signal, select Noise Filter from the Picture

menu. The Noise Filter is useful for clearing up noisy images from 480i video sources.

Use the left- or right-arrow buttons to select the desired amount of noise reduction,
keeping in mind that higher settings (which reduce high frequencies) may also “soften” the

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Input Position Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image

image.

position for the current source.

Left/Right: Select Left/Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image
horizontally. Press to shift the image to the right; press to shift it to the left.

Up/Down: Select Up/Down from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image
vertically. Press to shift the image upward; press to shift it downward.

Width: Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image width.
Press to increase the width; press to decrease it.

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The input position settings are automatically saved for each input
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Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image
height. Press to increase the height; press to decrease it.

Overscan/Overscan Mode: Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture
area of the video signal out beyond the edge of the display area.

Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television
sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area. Overscan effectively
trims away these inactive, outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to
fill the display area.

For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, Overscan is generally not necessary or
desirable.

This control defines the amount of overscan applied to the image. The range is from
0 to 20. There are two overscan modes:

•In Crop mode, each increment adds a mask at the top, bottom, left and right edges of
the source image equal to 0.5% of the displayed horizontal resolution (1% total). A
setting of 10, for example, crops the image 5% on all sides or 10% total.

•In Zoom mode, each increment adds a factor to the scaling of the source image so
that the vertical and horizontal resolutions are 100% plus 1% increments of the size
determined by the aspect ratio function. A setting of 10, for example, zooms in on the
image 5% on all sides or 10% total.

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Figure 4-6 illustrates the effect of each overscan mode setting.

Off Crop Zoom

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16:9

= Source Image Area

= Edge Noise

= Screen (16:9)

Figure 4-6. Overscan Modes

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

Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking (see below).

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, Component or SCART sources): Tracking determines the frequency
of the pixel sampling clock, indicated by the number of incoming pixels per line, so that all
pixels generated by a particular source are sampled.

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

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Memory Presets For each input, the DHD Controller lets you save image quality settings as presets that you

Memory Presets

Î

ISF Night
ISF Day
Custom 1 Save Reset
Custom 2 Save Reset

can recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and display mode
(resolution and frame rate).

The DHD Controller stores the following display modes in each memory preset:

•480i

•480p

•576i

•576p

• 720p/24 Hz

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• 720p/25 Hz

• 720p/30 Hz

• 720p/50 Hz

• 720p/60 Hz

• 1080i/50 Hz

• 1080i/50 Hz (Australia)

• 1080i/60 Hz

• 1080p/24 Hz

• 1080p/25 Hz

• 1080p/30 Hz

• 1080p/50 Hz

• 1080p/60 Hz

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Use the Memory Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in
the “Custom 1” or “Custom 2” memory location. The currently-selected preset is indicated
by a “Δ to its left; in the example shown here, ISF Night is selected.

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You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will
be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:

• Brightness

•Contrast

• Color saturation

•Tint

• Sharpness

•Gamma

• Color temperature and white balance

To select a memory preset, press or to highlight it and press ENTER.

Operation

To save the settings for the current input and display mode to the Custom 1 or Custom 2
memory preset, select it, press or to highlight Save and press ENTER.

Note

To reset the Custom 1 or Custom 2 memory preset to its factory-default state, select it,
press or to highlight Reset and press ENTER.

interval. Press or to select Off, 30 Minutes, 60 Minutes, 90 Minutes, 2 Hours or
4 Hours. Then, press ENTER.

To save the settings for the current input and display mode to the
ISF Night or ISF Day memory preset, select Save ISF Night or Save
ISF Day from the Calibration menu (refer to Save ISF Night/Save
ISF Day on page 44).

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Sleep TimerSelect Sleep Timer from the Main Menu to turn off the V-50HD/V-63HD after a specified

Î

Sleep Timer

Off
30 Minutes
60 Minutes
90 Minutes
2Hours
4Hours

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Signal
System
Network
Field Service
Manufacturing

Information Signal / System: Select Information from the Main Menu, then choose either Signal or

System to display information about the current input signal (resolution, frequency, type et

Information

cetera) and installed firmware versions, as well as other information that uniquely identifies
your DHD Controller and display device.

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

Signal

Input Source HDMI 1
Signal Format 1080p/60
Input Resolution 1920x1080
Vertical Freq 59.94 Hz
Horizontal Freq 67.500 kHz
Pixel Clock 148.500 MHz
Color Space REC709
Sync Type Separate
Memory Preset ISF Night

Model DHD-LS
Display Name V-50HD/V-63HD
Output Resolution 1920x1080
Serial Number 00000000
Boot Version 4.0

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Firmware Version 4.0
Micro Version 4.0

System

Network

MAC Address 1A:2B:3C:4D:5E:6F
IP Address 192.168.0.150
Subnet Mask 255.255.0.0
Default Gateway 192.168.1.1
DHCP Enabled
Network Status Connected

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Network: Select Information from the Main Menu, then choose Network to display
information about the Ethernet network connection.

To enable network communication via Ethernet, refer to IP Configuration on page 48.

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password-protected and intended for use only by Runco service personnel and factory
technicians.

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should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.

Note

To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” from the
Memory Presets menu (see page 38) or use the corresponding remote control buttons.

Display Color - Common Settings: Use the Display Color - Common Settings menu to
adjust the color balance at the DHD Controller output. These settings are saved
independently for each input and display mode.

•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 (Pr),
green (Y) or blue (Pr), decrease the Gain for that color.

•Offset: Use the Offset controls 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 (Pr),
green (Y) or blue (Pr), decrease the Offset for that color.

• Gamma: Select Gamma from the Display Color - Common Settings menu to choose a
de-gamma curve. Used correctly, the Gamma control can improve contrast while
maintaining good details for blacks and whites. If excess ambient light washes out the
image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see details in dark areas, lower the
gamma setting to compensate. This improves contrast while maintaining good details
for blacks. Conversely, if the image is washed out and unnatural, with excessive detail
in black areas, increase the setting.

• Mode: With the V-50HD/V-63HD, two Gamma adjustment modes are available:

Simple or Advanced. The two modes are mutually exclusive; when you select the
Simple mode, the Advanced selection in the Gamma menu is grayed out. Likewise,
when you select Advanced, the Simple selection is grayed out.

• Simple: Use the Simple Gamma control to perform gamma correction at the display

according to a simple power law gamma function. The value chosen here
corresponds to the power variable in this equation:

You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.

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CalibrationUse the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu

Calibration

ISF Settings

Display Color
Input Image

Input Color
Save ISF Night
Save ISF Day
Copy/Paste
Output Shift
Image Alignment
Splash Configure
OSD Position

Output = Input

The DHD Controller applies this gamma curve to all three primary color channels
(red, green and blue).

• Advanced: To select a custom gamma curve, select Mode from the Gamma menu
and set it to Advanced. Then, select Advanced from the Gamma menu to select one
of up to 20 pre-programmed gamma tables. Custom gamma tables provide the
ability to perform complex, non-linear gamma correction on each primary color
channel independently of the others.

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Operation

• Color Temp: Select Color Temp from the Display Color - Common Settings menu to
adjust the color temperature. Color temperature establishes the “color of gray” by
adjusting the 75% white point to various color points.

What are “color points?” A “color point” is an x/y coordinate pair that defines a
color’s location on the standard CIE chromaticity graph, shown in Figure 4-7. (CIE
stands for “Commission Internationale de l’Éclairage” (International Commission on
Illumination), the organization responsible for color measurement and management
standards.)

1.0

y

0.9

0.8

0.7

0.6

0.5

0.4

0.3

0.2

0.1

0.0

0.00.10.20.30.40.50.60.70.80.91.0

Cyan

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Blue

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Figure 4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram

Green

D93

D65

8000

10000

D50

6667

5714

5000

4000

3333

Yellow

2222

2500

2000

2857

Magenta

Y

Red

x

• Simple: Select Simple mode from the Color Temp menu to choose one of five color

temperature presets: 3200K, 5500K, 6500K, 7500K and 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.

Table 4-2 lists the x- and y-coordinates for each color temperature preset in
“Simple” mode.

Table 4-2. Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color Points

Color Temperature Preset

3200K 0.423 0.404

5500K 0.332 0.348

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Associated x/y Values

xy

Table 4-2. Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color Points

Operation

Color Temperature Preset

6500K 0.313 0.329

7500K 0.299 0.315

9300K 0.284 0.298

Display Color - Panel Settings: These settings are also saved independently for each
input and display mode.

• Panel Brightness: The Panel Brightness control changes the apparent brightness of
the displayed image. Its effect is similar to that of a lamp intensity control on a projector.
Use a higher setting for rooms with a lot of ambient light. Use a lower setting for more
“theater-like” viewing conditions (little or no ambient light).

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• Power Mode: Select Power Mode from the Display Color - Panel Settings menu to set
the power consumption threshold for the panel: High, Normal or Eco. The default
setting is High.

Input Image: The Input Image controls are functionally similar to those in the Picture
menu (refer to page 32), but are accessible only by entering the Calibration menu
passcode.

To prolong the life of the display, set the Panel Brightness only as
high as is necessary to produce the desired brightness.

Associated x/y Values

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The Input Image settings establish the “zero point” for the Picture
menu settings, whose values represent offsets from the Input
Image settings. For example, if you set Brightness to 10 in this
menu, setting Brightness to 10 in the Picture menu results in an
actual setting value of 20 (10+10).

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Input Color: The Input Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color menu (see
above), but adjust the color balance of the incoming signal. These settings are also saved
independently for each input and display mode.

•Gain/Offset (HD1, HD2 and Component/SCART inputs only): These controls
operate similarly to those in the Display Color - Common Settings menu (described
on page 41), but affect the Y, Pb and Pr signal components rather than the red, green
and blue channels.

•Chroma Delay: use the Chroma Delay control to correct a mis-aligned image from a
composite video source. Chroma delay in an image causes color shifts to occur to the
left of the vertical edge transitions, producing artificial shadows or a “halo” effect. If
necessary, adjust this setting to eliminate them.

•Noise Filter: To apply noise filtering to the input signal, select Noise Filter from the
Input Color menu. The Noise Filter is useful for clearing up noisy images from 480i
video sources.

Use the left- or right-arrow buttons to select the desired amount of noise reduction,
keeping in mind that higher settings (which reduce high frequencies) may also “soften”
the image.

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Save ISF Night/Save ISF Day: Whenever you make a change to the ISF settings, you
should always save it. Select Save ISF Night or Save ISF Day from the Calibration menu to
do this.

Copy/Paste - Memory Preset: You can copy and paste settings from one memory

Copy/Paste

Memory Preset
Aspect Ratio

Memory Preset

Copy Settings
Paste Settings

preset to another. This gives you a convenient starting point for creating a new preset
based on an existing one, to make the calibration process less time-consuming.

For example, you can use the Copy/Paste Memory Preset feature to:

• Apply settings from HDMI 1 to HDMI 2, or from HD1 to HD2.

• Calibrate an input for 720p source signals, then use those settings for 1080i sources.

• Duplicate ISF Night settings for a given source and signal format and save them in the
Custom 1 memory preset.

Copied From:
Input Source HDMI 1
Signal Format 1080p/60
Memory Preset ISF Night

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To use this feature, select Copy/Paste from the Calibration menu, then select Memory
Preset.

•Memory Preset - Copy Settings: Select Copy Settings from the Copy/Paste
Memory Preset menu to place the settings for the current input source, signal format
(resolution and frame rate) and memory preset onto a “clipboard,” which is a temporary
memory location. When you do, the message “Settings Copied” briefly appears
on-screen. The Copy/Paste menu then re-appears, indicating the source of the copied
settings.

Copied settings are not retained after a power cycle.

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•Memory Preset - Paste Settings: To apply the settings on the clipboard to a
different input source, signal format and/or memory preset, do any or all of the
following:

• Switch to another input (for example, from HD1 to HD2).

• Change the output signal format at the source (for example, from 720p/60 to

• Switch to another Memory Preset (for example, from ISF Night to Custom 1).

Then, select Paste Settings from the Copy/Paste Memory Preset menu. If you want

to keep these new settings, you must save them! (Refer to Save ISF Night/Save ISF Day on page 44 or Memory Presets on page 38.)

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1080i/60).

Copy/Paste - Aspect Ratio: You can also copy and paste certain settings, such as

Copy/Paste

Memory Preset
Aspect Ratio

Aspect Ratio

Copy Settings
Paste Settings

Copied From:
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Screen Screen 1

those for Output Shift and Image Alignment (refer to page 45) from one aspect ratio or
“screen” (refer to Screen on page 32) to another.

To do this, select Copy/Paste from the Calibration menu, then select Aspect Ratio.

•Aspect Ratio - Copy Settings: Select Copy Settings from the Copy/Paste Aspect
Ratio menu to place the Output Shift and Image Alignment settings for the current
aspect ratio onto a “clipboard,” which is a temporary memory location. When you do,
the message “Settings Copied” briefly appears on-screen. The Copy/Paste menu then
re-appears, indicating the source of the copied settings.

Copied settings are not retained after a power cycle.

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•Aspect Ratio - Paste Settings: To apply the Output Shift and Image Alignment
settings on the clipboard to a different aspect ratio and/or screen, do either of the
following:

• Switch to another aspect ratio (for example, from 16:9 to Cinema).

• Switch from Screen 1 to Screen 2 or vice versa.

Then, select Paste Settings from the Copy/Paste Aspect Ratio menu. The new settings
are saved automatically.

Output Shift: The controls in the Output Shift menu are similar to those in the Input
Position menu, except that they change the characteristics of the output signal. These
settings are saved independently for each aspect ratio.

Image Alignment: The Image Alignment menu provides precise, nine-point control over
the displayed image geometry. Use these controls as (and only if) needed to re-position
the image corners, mid-points and center to eliminate “keystoning” (mis-aligned corners)
or “pincushion” distortion (mid-points not aligned with corners). See Figure 4-8.

Horizontal Keystoning

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Vertical Keystoning

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Figure 4-8. Keystone and Pincushion Distortion

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To correct keystoning or pincushion distortion:

1. On the DHD Controller remote control or front panel, press MENU.

2. Select Calibration from the Main Menu and enter the Calibration Menu passcode.

3. Select Image Alignment from the Calibration Menu.

4. Select Corner Alignment to correct a “keystoned” image by adjusting the image
corner positions. Select Midpoint Alignment to correct pincushion distortion by
adjusting the image edge mid-points. See Figure 4-9.

Use the built-in test pattern when adjusting the image corners or

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midpoints. To access it, check the Test Pattern box in the Corner
Alignment or Midpoint Alignment menu.

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Top Left (x, y)

Top Middle (x, y)

Top Right (x, y)

Left

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Bottom Left (x, y)

Notes:

1. Bottom Middle x = Top Middle x

2. Right Middle y = Left Middle y

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3. Smaller “x” values move a point to the left; larger values move it to the right.

4. Smaller “y” values move a point up; larger values move it down.

Figure 4-9. Image Alignment Controls

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Splash Configure: Use the Splash Configure menu to control the appearance and
behavior of the “splash” screen that appears on the display upon power-up.

•Owner Name/ISF Calibrated/ISF Other: You can have the V-50HD/V-63HD display

the owner’s name, your name, the phrase “ISF Calibrated” and/or any other string, up
to 30 characters in length.

Center

(x, y)

Bottom Middle (y)

The “Left Middle y” setting also controls the “Right Middle”
y-coordinate. Similarly, the “Top Middle x” setting also controls the
“Bottom Middle” x-coordinate.

Bottom Right (x, y)

Right
Middl
(x)

Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor
buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering
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• Splash Timer: When you turn on the V-50HD/V-63HD, it projects a welcome screen
with the Runco and ISF logos, along with the personalized information you enter as
described above. Select Splash Timer from the Splash Configure menu to set the
amount of time for which this screen appears. The range is from 5 to 60 seconds, in
one-second increments. Press or to set the timer, then press MENU.

• Splash Enable: When you have finished customizing the splash screen, select Splash
Enable from the Splash Configure menu. Then, select On and press ENTER.

OSD Position: To adjust the position of the OSD, select OSD Position from the
Calibration menu and press ENTER.

Press or to select “Hor.” or “Ver.” Then, press or to change the position.

should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.

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Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns
on the DHD Controller. Table 4-3 lists the available test patterns and describes their
suggested usage.

Table 4-3. Test Patterns and Their Suggested Usage

You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.

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Use this pattern when making
color saturation and tint
adjustments.

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ServiceUse the Service menu to access advanced display configuration settings. This menu

Service

Test Video
Input Names
Display Device
Network
Color Space
Miscellaneous
Sync Threshold
HDMI
Front Panel Brightness
Auto Power Off
Standby Mode
System Reset

Color Bars 1

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Use this pattern when making
color saturation and tint
adjustments.

Color Bars 2

Typically not used with flat-panel
displays.

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Table 4-3. Test Patterns and Their Suggested Usage

Pattern Suggested Usage

Use this pattern when making
brightness, contrast or white
balance (gain/offset) adjustments.

Grey Bars

Input Names

C o mp o s i t e 1
C o mp o s i t e 2
C o mp o s i t e 3
C o mp o n e n t
H D 1
H D 2

S C A R T
H D M I 1
H D M I 2
H D M I 3
H D M I 4

Restore

Composite 1
Composite 2
Composite 3
Component
HD 1
HD 2
SCART
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4

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Press MENU to exit test pattern mode.
Input Names: You can give each input a descriptive name. For example, you may want

to change the default input name to the type of source component connected to it:
“VCR,” “DVD,” “Laptop” et cetera. Input names can be up to 12 characters long.

To edit an input name, select Input Names from the Service menu. Press or to select
an input and press ENTER. Use the or buttons to change a character; press

or to select a character to change. When you have finished editing the input name,

press ENTER or MENU.

To restore the default input name, press repeatedly to highlight that input name in the
“Restore” column. Then, press ENTER.

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Display Device - Configure: The options in the Display Device - Configure menu allow
you to change the picture orientation or access other, display-device specific functions.

•Installation – Orientation: Select Picture Orientation from the Display Device -
Configure menu, then select Orientation to change the picture orientation to suit the
method of installation (Floor Front, Floor Rear, Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear). Or, use the
Auto setting to have the display automatically determine the orientation (floor or ceiling)
using an internal sensor.

•Diagnostics: Select Diagnostics from the Display Device - Configure menu, then
select Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Cyan or Magenta to display only that color channel
(simulating a filter of that color). This can be useful for calibration or measurement
purposes.

To restore the normal picture (all colors), select White.

Network: The options in the Network menu allow you to configure the network
communication features.

• IP Configuration: Select IP Configuration from the Network menu to either set the IP
address, subnet mask and default gateway of the DHD Controller manually or obtain
these settings automatically, from a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
server. (Most broadband routers and gateways support DHCP.) You can also test the
network connection from this menu.

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• DHCP: To enable the DHCP client in the DHD Controller, select DHCP from the IP
Configuration menu and set it to On. With this setting, the DHD Controller’s IP
address, subnet mask and default gateway are assigned by the local DHCP server.

To manually configure these values, set DHCP to Off.

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• IP Address: Select IP Address from the IP Configuration menu to manually
configure the IP Address of the DHD Controller, as follows:

1. Press or to select the first, second, third or fourth byte of the address.

2. Press or to set the value of that byte. The range is from 0 to 255 inclusive.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for all four bytes of the address.

4. Press MENU when you have finished setting the address.

• Subnet Mask: Select Subnet Mask from the IP Configuration menu to manually
configure the IP subnet mask. The procedure is similar to that for setting the IP
address.

• Default Gateway: Select Default Gateway from the IP Configuration menu to
manually configure the default IP gateway. The procedure is similar to that for setting
the IP address.

• Communication Test: Select Communication Test from the IP Configuration menu
to verify proper operation of the network communication link.

To start the test, select Start Test from the Communication Test menu. The DHD
Controller displays the message “Performing Communication Test.” When the test
completes, the DHD Controller displays either “Failed” (along with the error that
occurred) or “Succeeded.”

• Auto Firmware Upgrade: Select Auto Firmware Upgrade from the Network menu to
enable automatic detection of a newer version of the DHD Controller firmware. If one is
found, you can configure the DHD Controller to install it automatically. These features
make it easier to keep your DHD Controller firmware up-to-date.

• Auto Check For New Firmware: To have the DHD Controller automatically check

for firmware updates at periodic intervals, select Auto Check for New Firmware from
the Auto Firmware Upgrade menu and set it to On. If you prefer to do this manually,
set it to Off and use the Check For New Firmware sub-menu (described below).

• Auto Perform Upgrade: If the “Auto Check For New Firmware” process

determines that a newer firmware version than the one currently installed is available,
you can have the DHD Controller automatically download and install it. To do this,
select Auto Perform Upgrade from the Auto Firmware Upgrade menu and set it to
On. The upgrade will occur the next time the DHD Controller is “power-cycled”
(powered off, then on again).
If you prefer to do this manually, set it to Off. The DHD Controller will ask if you want
to perform the upgrade the next time it is power-cycled.

• Check For New Firmware: To have the DHD Controller check for new firmware on

demand (and perform an upgrade if it finds a new version), select Check For New
Firmware from the Auto Firmware Upgrade menu. If the DHD Controller finds a new
firmware version, select Ye s to perform the upgrade or No to return to the previous
menu.

The IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway items in the IP
Configuration menu are disabled (grayed out) when DHCP is
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• E-Mail Notification: Select E-Mail Notification from the Network menu to specify
when and to whom the DHD Controller sends error and service notification messages
via e-mail.

The notification messages are in the following format:

To: [E-Mail Address; see below]
From: [e-mail]
Subject: [Type of notification] from Runco DHD-LS
Body:

This is an automated message sent from the Runco DHD-LS:

Notification: [One of the following:

“DHD Error” / “Display Error”
“Periodic Service Notification”
“Calibration Data”]

Detailed Description: [ If a DHD Error, one of the following:

“Fan Failure 1” / “Fan Failure 2”
“Overtemp 1” / “Overtemp 2”
“Initialization Failure”

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Serial Number: [DHD Controller serial number]
Customer Information: [From “Customer Information” sub-menu;

Best Regards,

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1195 NW Compton Drive
Beaverton, OR 97006
1-800-237-8262

• E-Mail Address: To specify the destination e-mail address for error and service

notifications, select E-Mail Address from the E-Mail Notification menu. The
procedure is similar to that for setting the IP address (refer to IP Configuration on
page 48). Enter up to 45 alphanumeric characters.

• Error Notification: To have the DHD Controller send a message to the destination

e-mail address when a “DHD Error” or “Display Error” occurs, select Error
Notification from the E-Mail Notification menu and set it to On.

• Error Notification to Runco: To have the DHD Controller send an e-mail message

to Runco Customer Support when a “DHD Error” or “Display Error” occurs, select
Error Notification to Runco from the E-Mail Notification menu and set it to On.

If a Display Error, a device-specific
error message

If a Periodic Service Notification, the elapsed
time since the last notification

If a Calibration Data message,

“See Attached File” ]

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• Periodic Service Notification: You can have the DHD Controller send periodic
reminders via e-mail to perform regular maintenance tasks. To do this:

1. Select Periodic Service Notification from the E-Mail Notification menu.

2. Highlight Enable and press ENTER.

3. Highlight On and press ENTER.

4. Press MENU.

5. Highlight Timer and press ENTER.

6. Press or to set the notification interval in months. The range is from 1 to

255 inclusive; the default is 12 months.

7. Press MENU.

• Customer Information: Select Customer Information from the E-Mail Notification
menu to supply this information to the DHD Controller, which includes it in all e-mail
notification messages. Six lines (up to 30 characters per line) of text are provided;
use them however you wish.

1. Press or repeatedly to select a line of text to edit.

2. Press ENTER.

3. Press or repeatedly to set the highlighted character.

4. Press (or ) to select the next (or previous) character. Use the and

buttons to change it.

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5. Press ENTER when you have finished editing that line of text.

6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for each line of text you want to edit.

7. Press MENU when you have finished entering customer information.

• E-Mail Calibration Data: To have the DHD Controller collect all calibration data,
attach it to a message and send it to the destination e-mail address, select E-Mail
Calibration Data from the E-Mail Notification menu. To confirm this action, select Ye s
and press ENTER.

To cancel and return to the previous menu, select No.

• Remote Network Control: Select Remote Network Control from the Network menu
to enable or disable control of the DHD Controller via an IP connection (typically using a
web browser). Set it to On to allow all incoming remote network connectivity. Set it to
Off to disable any incoming network communication that was not initiated by the DHD
Controller.

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Color Space: Select Color Space from the Service 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 DHD Controller uses that information. Otherwise, for RGB sources,
the DHD Controller 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 DHD Controller 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 DHD Controller 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 DHD Controller 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
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Miscellaneous: Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following options:

• Language: Select Language from the Miscellaneous menu and press the up- or

down-arrows to select the OSD Language (English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano,
Español, Svenska, (Simplified Chinese), (Traditional Chinese),
Português, (Russian), (Japanese) or (Korean).

•OSD Timer: Select OSD Timer from the Miscellaneous menu to set the OSD Timer,
which controls how long the menus remain on-screen after selecting them. Select from

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5 to 60 seconds, in one-second increments. Or, set the timer to 0 (disabled) if you want
the menus to remain on-screen indefinitely.

•OSD Messages: When you select a new aspect ratio, input source or memory preset,
the DHD Controller briefly displays an on-screen message confirming your new
selection. To prevent the display of these messages, select OSD Messages from the
Miscellaneous menu to and set it to Off.

•Blank Screen Color: Select Blank Screen Color from the Miscellaneous menu to
select the color that appears when no incoming signal is present. The range is from 0
to 255 inclusive for each color component (red, green and blue).

• Sidebar Color: Select Sidebar Color from the Miscellaneous menu to change the
color of the inactive image area. The range is from 0 to 255 inclusive for each color
component (red, green and blue). The inactive image area is on either side of the active
image area when using the 4:3 aspect ratio.

• Film Mode: Use Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced,
standard-definition (SD) sources. In most cases, the DHD Controller detects the proper
“pull-down” rate and vertical frequency. However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing
you may want to enable Film Mode to ensure stable processing for that source.

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•CUE (Chroma Upsampling Error) Correction: Some DVD players use MPEG
decoders that do not correctly “upsample” the 4:2:0 format chroma information on the
DVD to the 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 format required by the video encoder of the display device.

This so-called “chroma bug” sometimes causes streaky or spiky horizontal lines
running through the chroma channel. It is most noticeable in static, interlaced scenes
and on diagonal edges (especially red ones). Set CUE to On to correct this issue.

• Remote Code: Select Remote Code from the Miscellaneous menu to set the infrared
(IR) code set to which the DHD Controller will respond. By default, it is set to 17. You
can change this setting if either:

• Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for example) is responding to

commands from the DHD Controller remote control (Figure 2-6) in ways that are
unpredictable or undesirable.

• You have multiple DHD Controllers and want to control them independently, as

opposed to broadcasting commands from a single remote to all of them. In this
scenario, you can use multiple remotes programmed to use different IR codes. Or,
you can use a single remote and change the IR code as needed to address a
specific DHD Controller.

Use the serial command REMOTECODE [0 ... 31] to change

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the IR code to which the controller will respond (refer to
Miscellaneous Commands on page 63). Then, change the code
sent by the remote to match as described below.

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When you change a remote code on the DHD Controller, you must re-program the
DHD Controller remote control to send that same code. To do this:

1. Press and hold the LIGHT button on the
remote control for approximately three
seconds, or until the LED on the remote lights
solid red.

2. Enter a new two-digit code between 00 and 31
inclusive. Include a leading zero for single-digit
codes; for example, enter 9 as “09.”

3. The LED turns off to confirm the code change. If you enter an invalid code, the LED
flashes for three or four seconds. Try again, entering a valid code.

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Sync Threshold: Select Sync Threshold to adjust the threshold at which negative pulses
on the component video green/luma channel are interpreted to be sync pulses.

Sync Threshold 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 display to temporarily lose sync. If the sync level from the
source is persistently too low, the display device won’t sync with the source at all.

The range is from 0 (approximately 60 millivolts (mV)) to 15 (approximately 300mV).

HDMI: Select HDMI from the Service menu to set the following options affecting
communication between HDMI sources, the DHD Controller and the V-50HD/V-63HD.

• HDMI EDID Extension: Extended display identification data (EDID) is a data structure
provided by a display device to describe its capabilities to a graphics card. It is what
enables a modern personal computer to know what kind of monitor is connected.

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Some modern display devices provide more information via EDID than others, in the
form of “extensions.” Some computer graphics cards do recognize or properly interpret
this extended EDID information.

Select HDMI EDID Extension from the HDMI menu to specify whether or not the EDID
extensions from the display device are passed through to the sources connected to the
HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3 or HDMI 4 inputs. By default, the extensions are on. Change
these settings only if HDMI EDID incompatibility issues arise.

•Audio Format: Select Audio Format from the HDMI menu to choose an option for
routing the audio signal from an HDMI source. With the V-50HD/V-63HD, the
recommended setting is HDMI Out (Audio Only). (This is also the default setting.)

•CEC: This control chooses whether or not the DHD Controller responds to HDMI CEC
control messages from a disc player, set-top box or other HDMI source. It also enables
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• HPD Toggle Rejection: Select HPD Toggle Rejection from the HDMI menu to specify
whether or not the DHD Controller ignores extraneous Hot Plug Detect (HPD) signal
state changes from a downstream HDMI device (third-party display or audio/video
receiver).

The default setting is Off. Set it to On when troubleshooting compatibility issues or to
reduce the amount of time needed to lock to an incoming signal.

Do not set CEC to “Off” unless specifically instructed to do
so by Runco Technical Support. If you do, the system will not

work properly.

The DHD Controller does not transmit HDMI CEC control
messages from the “HDMI Audio Out” connector, regardless of the
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Front Panel Brightness: Select Front Panel Brightness from the Service menu to adjust
the brightness of the front-panel LED status indicator.

Logo LED Segment (Blue)

Standby LED Segment (Yellow)

• Logo LED: Select Logo LED from the Front Panel Brightness menu to adjust the
brightness of the blue LED segment. The range is from 0 (off) to 31.

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• Standby LED: Select Standby LED from the Front Panel Brightness menu to change
the behavior of the yellow LED segment. When set to ON, the LED lights amber when
the system is in standby mode; otherwise, it is off. When set to OFF, the LED is always
off.

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During a firmware upgrade, this LED lights at full brightness
regardless of the Logo LED setting.

During a firmware upgrade, this LED lights at full brightness
regardless of the Standby LED setting.

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Auto Power Off: Select Auto Power Off from the Service menu to have the
V-50HD/V-63HD turn itself off after a period of inactivity (no source signal present).

•Enable: By default, Auto Power Off is disabled. To enable it, select Enable from the
Auto Power Off sub-menu and set it to On.

•Hours: The default time-out period is eight (8) hours; the range is from 1 to 24 hours.

Standby Mode: Select Standby Mode from the Service menu to control the DHD

Controller’s power management feature.

•Choose Low Power (the default setting) to have the DHD Controller shut down
completely when it is turned off. This conserves power but increases the amount of
time required by the DHD Controller to start up when it is turned on.

• Fast Startup is a “quick-start” mode that keeps the DHD Controller running when it is
turned off even though it appears to be in standby mode. This allows for much quicker
startup times but consumes more power.

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System Reset: To reset ALL controller settings (including image settings) back to their
factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu.

A confirmation message appears. Select Yes to continue with the reset or select No to
cancel.

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This action is not undoable. Proceed with caution! Before you
perform a System Reset, save your “Custom” Memory Presets
(page 38) and ISF Day/Night Memory Presets (page 44).

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the V-50HD/V-63HD. 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 system does not turn on. • The V-50HD/V-63HD is

not plugged in and
switched on, or the AC
outlet is not active.

• The DHD Controller is not
plugged in and switched
on, or the AC outlet is not
active.

•The remote control

The display and DHD
Controller are both on, but
there is no picture and
on-screen menus do not
appear.

batteries have run out.

• The HDMI connection from
the DHD Controller to the
V-50HD/V-63HD is
incorrect.

• Faulty or incorrect video
connection between the
DHD Controller and the
V-50HD/V-63HD.

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• Ensure that the
V-50HD/V-63HD is
plugged in and switched
on, and that the AC outlet
is active.

• Ensure that the DHD
Controller is plugged in
and switched on, and that
the AC outlet is active.

• Replace the batteries.

• Ensure that the DHD
Controller is properly
connected to the
V-50HD/V-63HD (see
Figure 3-2).

• Ensure that the HDMI
output from the DHD
Controller is properly
connected to the
PRIMARY INPUT on the
V-50HD/V-63HD (see
Figure 3-2).

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The display is on and menus
appear, but there is no
picture.

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

Image geometry is incorrect. • Incorrect aspect ratio

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• Incorrect source selection.

• Source component is not
turned on.

• Source component is
connected incorrectly or
not at all.

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

selection.

• Select the correct source.

• Turn on the source

• Check connections from

• Turn off progressive scan

• Select a different aspect

component.

source component to DHD
Controller.

on the DVD player. Or,
connect the DVD player to
the HD1 or HD2 input.

ratio.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

The display is jittery or
unstable.

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

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

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

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• Poor-quality or improperly
connected source.

• The horizontal or vertical
scan frequency of the
input signal may be out of
range for the display.

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

• Ensure that the source is
properly connected and of
adequate quality for
detection.

• Correct at the source.

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• Brightness is set too high. • Lower the brightness
setting.

• The Red/Pr, Green/Y or

Blue/Pb outputs from the
source are connected to
the wrong inputs on the
DHD Controller.

• Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct DHD Controller
input.

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6. External Control

In addition to using the DHD Controller remote control unit, there are three methods of
controlling the V-50HD/V-63HD and DHD Controller externally:

• Using a serial (RS-232) link to send ASCII commands and receive responses to those
commands.

• Using discrete infrared (IR) codes to program a third-party remote control unit.

• Using an HDMI connection to send Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) commands
from a BD player or other source component that supports CEC.

The following sections describe these methods.

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External Control

The DHD Controller uses a simple text-based control protocol to take requests from
control devices and to provide responses to such devices. This section describes how to
send control messages over a serial link between the DHD Controller and an
automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software.

Connect your control system or PC to the RS-232 input of the DHD Controller as shown
in Figure 3-9.

Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop
bit and no flow control. Set the baud rate to 19200, to match that of the DHD Controller
RS-232 port.

• Commands are not case-sensitive.

• For a single command that takes no parameters, type the command followed by a
carriage return; for example, to set the aspect ratio to Letterbox, type
LETTERBOX <Enter>.

• For a single command that takes a parameter, type the command, a space or a
comma and the desired value followed by a carriage return; for example, to set the
brightness to -10, type BRIGHTNESS -10 <Enter> or
BRIGHTNESS,-10 <Enter>.

• You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line, separated by
commas. For example, COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS 50,16:9 <Enter> switches to
the Composite video input, sets the brightness to 50 and sets the aspect ratio to 16:9.
Command strings can be up to 255 characters long.

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6.1 Serial Communications

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration

Serial Command SyntaxSerial commands to the DHD Controller take the following form:

Avoid combining the ON or POWER 1 commands with other commands

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on a single line. After sending ON or POWER 1, allow at least five (5)
seconds for the DHD Controller to power up. If you have enabled the
ISF splash screen (refer to Splash Configure on page 46), allow 15
seconds for the DHD Controller to power up.

Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial
commands.

External Control

Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column shows the
valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no parameters.

When you enter a valid command, the DHD Controller executes it and acknowledges it
with a plus sign on the command line (+ >). When you enter an invalid command – one
that is misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command – the
DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >).

Table 6-1. Serial Commands

Command

OFF NANATurns display off

ON NA NA Turns display on

POWER 0/1 NA Turns display on and off

POWER? NA NA Returns power status

COMPONENT NA YES Selects the Component input

COMPOSITE
or
COMPOSITE1

COMPOSITE2 NA YES Selects the Composite 2 video input

COMPOSITE3 NA YES Selects the Composite 3 video input

HDMI1 NA YES Selects the HDMI 1 input

HDMI2 NA YES Selects the HDMI 2 input

HDMI3 NA YES Selects the HDMI 3 input

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Parameter

(min/max)

Power On/Off Commands

Input Selection Commands

NA YES Selects the Composite 1 video input

Value

Stored?

Description

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HDMI4 NA YES Selects the HDMI 4 input

HD1 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 1 input

HD2 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 2 input

INPUT? NA NA Returns active input

SCART NA YES Selects the SCART input

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

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Command

16:9 NA YES Selects the 16:9 aspect ratio

4:3 NA YES Selects the 4:3 aspect ratio

ASPECT? NA NA Returns current aspect ratio

CINEMA NA YES Selects the Cinema aspect ratio

LETTERBOX NA YES Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio

NATIVE NA YES Selects the Native aspect ratio

VIRTUALWIDE NA YES Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio

VIRTUALCINEMA NA YES Selects the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio

BRIGHTNESS -50/50 YES Sets a value for brightness

BRIGHTNESS? NA NA Returns brightness setting value

CHROMADELAY -7/7 YES Sets a value for input color chroma delay

CHROMADELAY? NA NA Returns input color chroma delay setting

COLOR -50/50 YES Sets a value for color

COLOR? NA NA Returns color setting value

Parameter

(min/max)

Aspect Ratio Commands

Picture Adjust Commands

Value

Stored?

Description

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CONTRAST -50/50 YES Sets a value for contrast

CONTRAST? NA NA Returns contrast setting value

FILMMODE 0/1 YES Sets Film Mode off (0) or on (1)

FILMMODE? NA NA Returns Film Mode setting

FILTER 0/10 YES Sets a value for input color noise filter

FILTER? NA NA Returns input color noise filter setting

PHASE 0/31 YES Adjusts phase

PHASE? NA NA Returns phase setting value

SHARPNESS -50/50 YES Sets a value for sharpness

SHARPNESS? NA NA Returns sharpness setting value

TINT -50/50 YES Sets a value for tint

TINT? NA NA Returns tint setting value

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Command

CUSTOM1 NA YES Loads “Custom 1” image preset

CUSTOM2 NA YES Loads “Custom 2” image preset

DAY NA YES Loads “ISF Day” image preset

NIGHT NA YES Loads “ISF Night” image preset

PRESET? NA NA Returns currently-selected preset

IHEIGHT 0/20 YES Sets the value for input height

IHEIGHT? NA NA Returns input height value

IHPOS -50/50 YES Sets a value for horizontal input position

IHPOS? NA NA Returns input horizontal position value

IVPOS -50/50 YES Sets a value for vertical input position

IVPOS? NA NA Returns input vertical position value

Parameter

(min/max)

Image Preset Commands

Input Position Commands

Value

Stored?

Description

(ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Cus-

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IWIDTH 0/50 YES Sets the value for input width

IWIDTH? NA NA Returns input horizontal width value

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OVERSCAN 0/20 YES Sets the overscan percentage

OVERSCAN? NA NA Returns overscan percentage

OVERSCANMODE 0/1 YES Sets the overscan mode (0=zoom;

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OVERSCANMODE? NA NA Returns the overscan mode (0=zoom;

OHEIGHT -50/50 YES Sets the value for output height

OHEIGHT? NA NA Returns output height value

OHPOS -50/50 YES Sets the value for output horizontal posi-

OHPOS? NA NA Returns output horizontal position value

OVPOS -50/50 YES Sets the value for output vertical position

OVPOS? NA NA Returns output vertical position value

OWIDTH -50/50 YES Sets the value for output width

OWIDTH? NA NA Returns output horizontal width value

1=crop)

1=crop)

Output Shift Commands

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

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Command

SLEEPTMR? NA NA Returns sleep timer setting

STOFF NA YES Sets the sleep timer to Off

ST30MIN NA YES Sets the sleep timer to 30 minutes

ST60MIN NA YES Sets the sleep timer to 60 minutes

ST90MIN NA YES Sets the sleep timer to 90 minutes

ST2HRS NA YES Sets the sleep timer to 2 hours

ST4HRS NA YES Sets the sleep timer to 4 hours

SCREEN? NANAReturns the screen setting

SCREEN1 NA NA Sets the screen to Screen 1

SCREEN2 NA NA Sets the screen to Screen 2

DISPLAY? NA NA Returns display device input source

Parameter

(min/max)

Sleep Timer Commands

Miscellaneous Commands

Value

Stored?

Screen Commands

value, as follows:

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52 = V-50HD

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Description

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INRES? NA NA Returns input resolution

MACADDR? NA NA Returns DHD Controller MAC address

MODEL? NA NA Returns product model name

OUTRES? NA NA Returns output resolution

REMOTECODE 0/31 YES Sets the remote code

REMOTECODE? NA NA Returns the remote code

SERNUM? NA NA Returns DHD Controller serial number

SWVER? NA NA Returns software version number

SYSSTATE? 0/4 NA Returns current system state

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0 = Off
1 = Initializing
2 = On
3 = Powering Down
4 = Error

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

6.2

Using Discrete IR Codes

Command

The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control. Each button
has its own serial command, so effectively it is as if you were using the IR remote only you’ll be
doing so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR
remote.

DOWN NA NA Down-Arrow ( ) key

ENTER NA NA ENTER key

EXIT NA NA EXIT key

LEFT NA NA Left-Arrow ( ) key

MENU NA NA MENU

RIGHT NANARight-Arrow () key

UP NA NA Up-Arrow ( ) key

The DHD Controller accepts commands in the form of IR signals that conform to the
Phillips RC5 protocol. Each DHD Controller remote control button has an RC5 control
code associated with it.

Parameter

(min/max)

Value

Stored?

Description

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You can use these codes to program a third-party, “universal” remote control unit to work
with the DHD Controller. These third-party products usually come with a computer
software application for this purpose. For more information, consult the documentation
provided with the remote control unit.

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IR Command Protocol The IR control codes have the following characteristics:

• Each code consists of 14 bits:

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• Two (2) start bits (always 1);

•A toggle bit. This bit is inverted every time a key is released and pressed again. This
allows the DHD Controller to distinguish between a button that remains down and
one that is pressed repeatedly.

• Five (5) address bits. The default address is 17 (binary 10001). To change it, select
Remote Code from the Miscellaneous menu (in the Service menu) and follow the
steps given on page 53.

• Six (6) data bits.

• The carrier frequency is 36 kHz, with the modulated pulses having a 25% duty cycle.

• Commands are sent at a maximum rate of 9 Hz.

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For example, here is the RC5 control code for the ON button on the DHD Controller
remote control unit (assuming the default address is used):

With Toggle Bit = 0

Hex 3 4 4 1

Binary 11 0 10001000001

With Toggle Bit = 1

Hex 3 C 4 1

Binary 11 1 10001000001

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Function

Figure 6-1 shows the pulse train for this command (with the toggle bit set to zero).

Data
Word

Encoded
Data
Word

Modulated
Carrier

Start

Bits

S1S2TB A4A3A2A1A0C5C4C3C2C1C

Start Bits Toggle Bit

110100 01000001

1.78 ms

Toggle

Bit

Address Command

Address Bits Command Bits

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of Carrier

t

27.8 µs

p

3t

p

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0

RC5 Packet
Transmission

Figure 6-1. RC5 Message Format

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First Packet Repeated Packet

14 cycles, 24.9 ms

64 cycles, 113.8 ms

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IR Command List Table 6-2 lists the RC5 control codes for the DHD Controller.

Table 6-2. RC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller

RC5 Data

Remote Control

Button Name

16:9 0x3449 0x3C49 16:9 aspect ratio

4:3 0x344A 0x3C4A 4:3 aspect ratio

CINEMA 0x346C 0x3C6C Cinema aspect ratio

COMP 0x344E 0x3C4E Component video input

CUST 1 0x3472 0x3C72 Custom 1 memory preset

CUST 2 0x3473 0x3C73 Custom 2 memory preset

DOWN 0x3446 0x3C46 Down-Arrow ( )

ENTER 0x3444 0x3C44 ENTER

EXIT 0x3474 0x3C74 EXIT

HD 1 0x3451 0x3C51 HD1 video input

HD 2 0x3452 0x3C52 HD2 video input

HDMI 1 0x3453 0x3C53 HDMI1 video input

HDMI 2 0x3454 0x3C54 HDMI2 video input

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Remote

Control

(Note)

RC5 Data

with Toggle

Bit = 1

(Note)

Description

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HDMI 3 0x3455 0x3C56 HDMI3 video input

HDMI 4 0x3456 0x3C56 HDMI4 video input

ISF DAY 0x3471 0x3C71 ISF Day memory preset

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ISF NT 0x3470 0x3C70 ISF Night memory preset

LEFT 0x3447 0x3C47 Left-Arrow ( )

LET BOX 0x344B 0x3C4B Letterbox aspect ratio

MENU 0x3443 0x3C43 MENU

NATIVE 0x346E 0x3C6E Native aspect ratio

OFF 0x3442 0x3C42 Power off

ON 0x3441 0x3C41 Power on

RIGHT 0x3448 0x3C48 Right-Arrow ( )

SCART 0x3457 0x3C57 SCART video input

STOFF 0x3460 0x3C60 Sets the sleep timer to Off

ST30MIN 0x3461 0x3C61 Sets the sleep timer to 30 minutes

Note: These codes assume that the default address of 17 is used. If you change it to something
other than 17, you will need to modify these codes accordingly.

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Table 6-2. RC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller (continued)

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RC5 Data

Remote Control

Button Name

ST60MIN 0x3462 0x3C62 Sets the sleep timer to 60 minutes

ST90MIN 0x3463 0x3C63 Sets the sleep timer to 90 minutes

ST2HRS 0x3464 0x3C64 Sets the sleep timer to 2 hours

ST4HRS 0x3465 0x3C65 Sets the sleep timer to 4 hours

UP 0x3445 0x3C45 Up-Arrow ( )

VID 1 0x344D 0x3C4D Composite video input 1

VID 2 0x3458 0x3C58 Composite video input 2

VID 3 0x3459 0x3C59 Composite video input 3

V-CINE 0x346D 0x3C6D Virtual Cinema aspect ratio

V-WIDE 0x344C 0x3C4C VirtualWide aspect ratio

Note: These codes assume that the default address of 17 is used. If you change it to something
other than 17, you will need to modify these codes accordingly.

from

Remote

Control

(Note)

RC5 Data

with Toggle

Bit = 1

(Note)

Description

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6.3 Using HDMI CEC Messages

CEC Command List Table 6-3 lists the CEC commands supported by the DHD Controller.

The DHD Controller accepts and can respond to CEC command messages from a disc
player, satellite receiver or DVR/set-top box via an HDMI connection. Using CEC, the DHD
Controller can perform the following actions:

• Turn itself and the display device on and select the correct input when the source
component initiates playback of a disc or recorded program.

• Turn the source component on when you switch to its corresponding input on the DHD
Controller.

• Turn the source component off when the DHD Controller is turned off (unless the
source component is in playback mode).

• Change its OSD language when a similar change is made at the source.

To use CEC, connect your CEC-compatible sources to the HDMI inputs on the
V-50HD/V-63HD. Set the CEC option to On (refer to CEC on page 54). Additional steps
may be needed to enable CEC at the source. Refer to the documentation for your source
device for more information.

Table 6-3. CEC Commands Supported by the DHD Controller

Opcode Value

Feature Abort 0x00

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Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)

Initiator Follower

√√

Standby 0x36

Routing Change 0x80

Routing Information 0x81

Active Source 0x82

Request Active Source 0x85

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Device Vendor ID 0x87

Give Device Vendor ID 0x8C

Vendor Command With ID 0xA0

Polling Message N/A

Text View On 0x0D

Report Physical Address 0x84

Inactive Source 0x9D

CEC Version 0x9E

Set OSD Name 0x47

Menu Status 0x8E

Report Power Status 0x90

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√√

√√

√√

√√

√√

√√

√√

√√

√√

√

√

√

√

√

√

√

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Set Menu Language 0x32

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Table 6-3. CEC Commands Supported by the DHD Controller (continued)

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Opcode Value

Give Physical Address 0x83

Set Stream Path 0x86

Get CEC Version 0x9F

Abort Message 0xFF

User Control Pressed 0x44

User Control Released 0x45

Give OSD Name 0x46

Menu Request 0x8D

Give Device Power Status 0x8F

Note

The DHD Controller does not transmit HDMI CEC control
messages from the “HDMI Audio Out” connector.

Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)

Initiator Follower

– √

– √

– √

– √

– √

– √

Y

– √

– √

– √

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Specifications

7. Specifications

Table 7-1 lists the V-50HD/V-63HD specifications.

Table 7-1. V-50HD/V-63HD Specifications

Native Resolution: Full HD 1920 x 1080 (1080p)

Diagonal Size: V-50HD - 50 inches

V-63HD - 63 inches

Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2

DTV Compatibility: Refer to Table 7-3

Processing: Runco DHD-LS Processor with ViVix IV™ technology and

BRiC (Backup, Recovery and Clone) tool

Control Options: • Serial commands via RS-232

• Discrete infrared (IR) remote

• Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) protocol support via
HDMI

•Ethernet

Inputs: Refer to Table 7-2

Video Standards: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, CEA-861D

Calibration: ISF Certified Calibration Configuration

Contrast Ratio (sequential): 1,000,000:1 typical; 10,000:1 minimum

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Power Requirements: 100 VAC to 240 VAC +/- 10% @ 50/60Hz

Power Consumption: V-50HD - 400W maximum; 1W standby

V-63HD - 625W maximum; 1W standby

Operating Temperature: 10°C to 40°C, up to 9,100 feet altitude

Operating Humidity: 20 - 80% humidity (non-condensing)

Dimensions: V-50HD - See Figure 7-1

Weight: V-50HD - 75 lbs. (34.0 kg)

Regulatory Approvals: FCC Class B, CE, C-Tick

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

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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V-63HD - See Figure 7-2

V-63HD - 125 lbs. (56.7 kg)

Runco. Extended RuncoCare™, Runco Red Carpet™ and
PremierCare™ plans also available.

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Specifications

7.2 DHD Controller Specifications

Table 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specifications.

Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications

Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, VirtualWide, Cinema, Virtual Cinema,

Native

Video Standards: • HDMI and DVI with HDCP for digital video

• Component and RGB HDTV (1080p, 1080i, 720p)

• Component and RGB EDTV (576p, 480p)

• Component and Composite SDTV (576i, 480i)

• RGB SCART with adaptor

• NTSC (M, 4.43)

• PAL (B, G, H, I, N, M)

•SECAM (M)

Inputs: (4) HDMI with CEC and Deep Color

(1) Component/SCART (3 x RCA)
(2) Component/RGBHV (5 x BNC)
(3) Composite

Outputs: (1) HDMI with Deep Color to V-50HD/V-63HD

Control Options: • Discrete infrared (IR) remote

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(1) HDMI with Deep Color to second display or audio
processor

• RS-232 (female DB9) for serial commands

• Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) protocol support via
HDMI

•Ethernet

Ethernet Communication: RJ45 (female) for web server, e-mail, auto firmware upgrade

RELI

RS-232 Communication
Parameters:

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Accessory Applications: Runco Firmware Upgrader, Runco BRiC (backup, restore,

Power Requirements: 100-240V~, 47-63Hz, 0.45 Amps

Operating Environment: 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C), 0% to 90% humidity

Dimensions: Width = 17.50 inches (444.5 mm)

Weight: 15.4 lbs. (7.00 kg)

Regulatory Approvals: cTUVus, FCC class B, CE, RoHS, China RoHS, WEEE,

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

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

and Telnet

19200 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control

clone), CalMAN by SpectraCal for automatic calibration

(non-condensing); up to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) altitude

Depth = 11.19 inches (284.1 mm)
Height = 3.75 inches (95.3 mm)

C-Tick, CCC, local conformances as required

Runco.

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Specifications

Figure 7-1 shows the V-50HD dimensions.

4.5in

114.3mm

Speaker Bar

30.4in

773.2mm

1257mm

30.4in

773.2mm

49.5in

802.7mm

31.6in

8.3in

210.1mm

17.0in

432.3mm

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brackets (x2).

Note: Speaker bar mounts

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Audio Input

Figure 7-1. V-50HD Dimensions (with Optional Speaker Bar)

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Specifications

7.4 V-63HD Dimensions

Figure 7-2 shows the V-63HD dimensions.

4.5in

114.3mm

Rubber feet (x4)

M

36.8in

935.2mm

1547.4mm

60.9in

43.0in

1092.5mm

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36.8in

935.2mm

8.2in

208mm

17.0in

432.3mm

802.7mm

31.6in

Note: Speaker bar mounts

to display via mounting

brackets (x2).

RELI

P

Audio Input

Figure 7-2. V-63HD Dimensions (with Optional Speaker Bar)

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Specifications

Table 7-3 lists the signal types supported by each input on the DHD Controller.

Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input

Horizontal
Frequency

(kHz)

Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

HD 1

HD 2

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Format Resolution

640x480 640x480

800x600 800x600

Refresh

Rate (Hz)

60.00 31.469 25.175 √√√– –

66.59 35.892 29.862 √√√

72.00 37.861 31.500 √√√

75.00 37.500 31.500 √√√

85.00 43.269 36.000 √√√

60.00 37.879 40.000 √√√

72.00 48.077 50.000 √√√

75.00 46.875 49.500 √√√

85.00 53.674 56.250 √√√

7.5 Supported Timings

Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

HDMI 3

HDMI 4

Component

SCART

Y

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

Composite 1

Composite 2

Composite 3

832x624 832x624 74.54 52.849 60.036 √√√

848x480 848x480

1024x768 1024x768

1152x864 1152x864 75.00 67.500 108.000 √√√

1280x720 1280x720 47.95 37.833 64.769 √√√

1280x768 1280x768

1280x960 1280x960

47.95 25.270 27.089 √√√

60.00 31.020 33.750 √√√

60.00 48.363 65.000 √√√

70.00 56.476 75.000 √√√

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75.00 60.023 78.750 √√√

85.00 68.677 94.500 √√√

60.00 47.396 68.250 √√√

60.00 47.776 79.500 √√√

75.00 60.289 102.250 √√√

85.00 68.633 117.500 √√√

60.00 60.000 108.000 √√√

85.00 85.938 148.500 √√√

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– –

– –

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Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued)

Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)

Format Resolution

1280x1024 1280x1024

1360x768 1360x768 60.00 47.712 85.500 √√√

1400x1050 1400x1050

1600x1200 1600x1200 60.00 75.000 162.000 √√√

1680x1050 1680x1050 60.00 64.674 119.000 √√√

1920x1080 1920x1080 47.95 56.821 150.007 √√√

1920x1200 1920x1200 60.00 74.038 154.000 √√√

SCART

RGBS

– 50.00 – –

Refresh

Rate (Hz)

60.00 63.981 108.000 √√√

75.00 79.976 135.000 √√√

85.00 91.146 157.500 √√√

60.00 64.744 101.000 √√√

60.00 65.317 121.750 √√√

75.00 82.278 156.000 √√√

Horizontal
Frequency

(kHz)

Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

INARY

M

HD 1

HD 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

HDMI 3

HDMI 4

Component

– – – √ –

SCART

Composite 1

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

Composite 2

Composite 3

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

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

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

– –

– –

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

720/24p 1280x720 23.98/24.00 17.982/18.000 59.341/59.400 √√√

720/25p 1280x720 25.00 18.750 74.250 √√√

720/30p 1280x720 29.97/30.00 22.478/22.500 74.175/74.250 √√√

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

NTSC 3.58 – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 3.580

NTSC 4.43 – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 4.430

P

– – – – √

– – – – √

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

– –

PAL-B/G/H/I – 50.00 15.625 4.430

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Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued)

Specifications

Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)

Format Resolution

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

PAL-N – 50.00 15.625 3.580

SECAM – 50.00 15.625 13.500

Refresh

Rate (Hz)

Horizontal
Frequency

(kHz)

Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

HD 1

HD 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

HDMI 3

HDMI 4

Component

– – – – √

– – – √√

SCART

Y

IMINAR

Composite 1

Composite 2

Composite 3

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