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OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL

VX-1000d

Digital Light ProcessingTM Projector

and DHD™ Controller

Software Version 2.00

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers

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

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

WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

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

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

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

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

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

CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.

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RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:

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

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EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:

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

IMPORTANT -- WARRANTY REGISTRATION:

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

CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:

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

© Copyright 2006 Runco International. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.

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

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

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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

RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Attn: Customer Service Department

2900 Faber Street

Union City, CA 94587

Ph: (510) 324-7777

Fax: (510) 324-9300

Toll Free: (800) 23-RUNCO

RUNCO VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION

RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS

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Model Purchased Date

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Serial Number

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Runco Authorized Dealer Name

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Address

____________________________________________ __________________ ________________________

City State/Province Postal Code

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Phone Fax

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Safety Precautions

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

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

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.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

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.

4. Do not use this equipment near water, outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.

5. Clean only with a dry cloth.

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6. Do not block any ventilation openings.

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

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

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

10. Only use accessories specified by Runco International.

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

12. Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time.

13. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way, objects have fallen or spilled into the projector, the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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1Table of Contents

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................. iii

Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................... vi

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

VX-1000d at a Glance ..................................................................................................5

VX-1000d Rear Panel ...................................................................................................7

DHD Controller Front Panel .......................................................................................... 8

DHD Controller Rear Panel ......................................................................................... 10

Outputs ................................................................................................................ 10

Inputs ...................................................................................................................10

VX-1000d Remote Control Unit .................................................................................. 12

3. Installation ...............................................................................................................15

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Remote Control ..........................................................................................................15

Battery Installation ................................................................................................ 15

Notes on Remote Control Operation .....................................................................15

Quick Setup ............................................................................................................... 17

Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................18

Installation Type .................................................................................................... 18

Ambient Light .......................................................................................................18

Throw Distance.....................................................................................................19

Vertical and Horizontal Position ............................................................................. 20

Vertical Lens Shift ................................................................................................. 21

Folded Optics ....................................................................................................... 22

Other Considerations ............................................................................................ 22

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Installing the Optional CineWide Lens .........................................................................22

Mounting the VX-1000d ............................................................................................. 23

Floor Mounting......................................................................................................23

Ceiling Mounting ................................................................................................... 23

Adjusting the Projection Angle ..............................................................................23

Connections to the VX-1000d and DHD Controller .....................................................23

Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................23

Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-1000d ..................................................23

Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller .......................................25

RS-232 Controller Connection .............................................................................. 29

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Components ..................29

Connecting to AC Power ...................................................................................... 30

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

Turning on the Power ................................................................................................. 31

Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................ 31

Selecting the Input Source .........................................................................................31

Lens Adjustments ...................................................................................................... 32

Focus and Zoom .................................................................................................. 32

Vertical Lens Shift ................................................................................................. 32

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

Main Menu............................................................................................................ 35

Input Source ......................................................................................................... 35

Aspect Ratio ........................................................................................................ 35

Picture .................................................................................................................37

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Input Position........................................................................................................ 41

ISF Presets ........................................................................................................... 42

Information ........................................................................................................... 42

Calibration ............................................................................................................43

Service ................................................................................................................. 45

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 49

Lamp Replacement ....................................................................................................49

Troubleshooting Tips .................................................................................................. 50

6. Serial Communications ..........................................................................................53

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................53

Serial Command Syntax ............................................................................................. 53

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7. Specifications ..........................................................................................................59

VX-1000d Specifications ............................................................................................ 59

DHD Controller Specifications .................................................................................... 61

VX-1000d Dimensions ................................................................................................ 62

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1List of Figures

2-1. VX-1000d Front/Top/Side/Bottom View ....................................................................... 5

2-2. VX-1000d Rear Panel ................................................................................................... 7

2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................8

2-4. DHD Controller Rear Panel ......................................................................................... 10

2-5. DHD Controller/VX-1000d Remote Control.................................................................12

3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control ...................................................................... 15

3-2. Estimating Throw Distance .........................................................................................19

3-3. Projector Placement ...................................................................................................20

3-4. Vertical Lens Shift ....................................................................................................... 21

3-5. Folded Optics.............................................................................................................22

3-6. Connecting the VX-1000d to the DHD Controller........................................................ 24

3-7. DVI Source Connections ............................................................................................ 25

3-8. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections ................................................. 26

3-9. Analog RGB Connections........................................................................................... 27

3-10. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections.........................................28

3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection......................................................................... 29

3-12. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs ......................................................................... 29

4-1. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjustments ...........................................................32

4-2. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-1000d ....................................................34

4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness .........................................................38

4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast .......................................................... 39

4-5. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint................................ 39

4-6. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................41

4-7. Keystone Correction...................................................................................................46

7-1. VX-1000d Dimensions ................................................................................................ 62

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1. Introduction

This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco VX-1000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller. It describes the features and functions available with DHD Controller Software version 2.0 and later.

Throughout this manual, the Runco VX-1000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller are referred to collectively as the “VX-1000d.”

most out of the VX-1000d.

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 techpub@runco.com.

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

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

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

• 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.

• 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>.”

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1.1 About This Manual

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

If You Have Comments About This Manual...

Textual and Graphic Conventions

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

Note

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

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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:

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Using This Manual

Tip

Note

Caution

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

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

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

WARNING

DANGER!

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

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

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

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If you need... ... Turn to page:

Information about obtaining service iv

General information about the VX-1000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller

Installation instructions 15

First-time configuration instructions 31

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Advanced configuration instructions 43

Troubleshooting tips 50

Product specifications 59

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Introduction

The Reflection™ VX-1000d incorporates Runco’s exclusive Enhanced GEN 3™ engineering advancements to make more efficient use of optical light engine design. This results in greater light output and dramatically increases contrast ratio.

Runco has implemented a host of improvements into the VX-1000d light engine to take full advantage of its 16:9 SuperOnyx™ Digital Micromirror Device™ (DMD™) chip. These include a sophisticated color balancing system resulting in the industry’s best gray scale tracking. Additionally, the VX-1000d incorporates Reflectance Volume Regulation™ (RVR™), which provides for infinitely variable adjustment of the light path through the optics, enabling the perfect blend of black and white levels for each individual installation.

The VX-1000d is supplied with Runco’s next-generation, Digital High Definition (DHD™) Controller featuring advanced Vivix II™ processing, superb scaling and aspect ratio control. The DHD Controller produces stunning video imagery, elevating even standard NTSC material to near high definition levels.

The DHD provides for a pure digital signal path from input to output, making this system ready for Runco’s exclusive LiveLink™ DVI cable solution to preserve HD signal quality over long runs.

The VX-1000d produces an impressive 1500 ANSI lumens of light output (CSMS™ light output of 15.6 to 22.4 ft-Lamberts). This advanced design provides pure digital connections from input to light engine for absolutely stellar pictures. In addition, Runco’s multiple aspect ratio control includes its unique VirtualWide™ mode for viewing standard video formats in widescreen without loss of image quality.

For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope” (2.35:1) format, the VX-1000d can be equipped with Runco’s patent-pending CineWide™ technology, a combination of software, electronics and high-quality anamorphic optics. CineWide maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater. When a viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider while full height is maintained.

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1.3 Description, Features and Benefits

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

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• Runco-engineered, Enhanced GEN 3 Technology™ with RVR

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

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

• HDTV Compatible

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Key Features and BenefitsThe VX-1000d offers these key features and benefits:

Introduction

Parts List Your VX-1000d is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,

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please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800)

• VX-1000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller

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

• AC Power Cords (2)

• RJ-11 Telephone Cable, 50 feet (15.24 meters)

• Serial Port Adapter, RJ-11 Female to DB-9 Female

• Rack-mount hardware for the DHD Controller

• Warranty information and registration card

• Runco VX-1000d Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)

Optional Accessories:

• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)

• Ceiling mount kit

• LiveLink™ DVI Cabling System

23-RUNCO.

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2. Controls and Functions

Figure 2-1 shows the key VX-1000d components.

2.1 VX-1000d at a Glance

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Figure 2-1. VX-1000d Front/Top/Side/Bottom View

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Controls and Functions

1. VERTICAL LENS SHIFT

Using a 9/64” hex wrench, turn this to move the lens up or down.

2. POWER LED

Lights red to indicate that the projector is in standby; lights blue to indicate normal operation.

3. TEMP LED

Lights red to indicate that the projector has overheated and shut down.

4. INTAKE VENTS

Cool air enters the projector through these vents. To prevent overheating, ensure that these vents are never blocked.

5. LAMP LED

Lights blue to indicate normal lamp operation; off when the lamp has failed or the projector is off.

6. EXHAUST VENTS

Hot air exits the projector through these vents. This air can be quite hot. Ensure that there are no heat-sensitive objects near it and that it is never blocked.

7. ZOOM TAB

Turn this tab to make the projected image larger or smaller.

8. FOCUS RING

Turn this ring to focus the image.

9. RUNCO LOGO

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

10. CABLE OPENING

Pass cables through this opening.

11. LAMP COVER

Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.

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Controls and Functions

Figure 2-2 shows the VX-1000d rear panel.

DVI-I IN

PC INPUT

100-240V

AC INPUT

Figure 2-2. VX-1000d Rear Panel

1. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the VX-1000d to power here.

2. DVI-I INPUT An HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting the DVI output from the DHD Controller.

G B R H V

1 3 4 5

COM LINK IN

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2.2 VX-1000d Rear Panel

3. RGBHV INPUT Five, BNC connectors for connecting the RGBHV output from the DHD Controller.

4. SERVICE RESET SWITCH For use by authorized service technicians only.

5. ComLink INPUT (DB-9 male connector) Connect the ComLink (RS-232) output from the DHD Controller here, using the provided RJ11-to-DB9 adapter and communication cable.

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Controls and Functions

2.3

DHD Controller Front Panel

Figure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel

Figure 2-3 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the paragraphs that follow describe them.

1. RUNCO ICON

Lights red to indicate that the DHD Controller is in standby mode; lights blue to indicate that the unit is on.

2. POWER BUTTON

Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on the remote control.

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3. IR SENSOR

Receives IR commands from the remote.

4. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY

Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected

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menu or -- if no menu is selected -- the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio.

5. UP BUTTON

Used to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the On-Screen Display. When no menus are present on-screen, the UP button toggles you through aspect ratios in the following order: Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtualwide 2.35

(Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on CineWide-equipped projectors. For more information about aspect ratios, refer to

6. LEFT BUTTON

Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the On-Screen Display. When no menu is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles you through the different sources, in this order: HD Pass Thru 2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - DVI 2 - DVI 1 - HD/RGB 2 - HD/RGB1 Component SD - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 - Composite

7. ENTER BUTTON Press ENTER to select a highlighted menu item.

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8. DOWN BUTTON

Used to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the On-Screen Display. When no menu is present on-screen, this button toggles you through the different aspect ratios, in this order: Virtualwide 2.35 - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic

9. RIGHT BUTTON

Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor right in the On-Screen Display. When no menus are present on-screen, the RIGHT button toggles you through the different sources, in this order: Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 - HD/RGB 2 - DVI 1

- DVI

2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - HD Pass Thru 2

10. MENU BUTTON

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

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Controls and Functions

2.4

Figure 2-4 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller.

DHD Controller Rear Panel

Serial No

Runco International

Union City, CA

OUTPUTS

R/Pr G/Y B/Pb

Model

Video Processor / Controller

Figure 2-4. DHD Controller Rear Panel

Outputs 1. ANALOG OUTPUTS (RGBHV)

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R/Pr G/Y B/Pb

R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V

INPUTS

DVI 1 DVI 2DVI OutH/VVH

HD1

HD2

SDI

Pb Pr Y

Component Video

Option

SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE

TRIGGERS

S-Video 1

Video

S-Video 2

RS-232 Out

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

RS-232 Control

Connect these to the RGBHV inputs on the VX-1000d.

If the DVI 1 or DVI 2 input is active and the input signal is

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Note

HDCP-encrypted, the RGBHV output of the DHD Controller is disabled.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.

100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max

Made In USA

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2. DVI OUT

Connect this to the DVI-I Input on the VX-1000d.

Inputs 3. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (Digital)

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Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner

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with a DVI or HDMI output.

4. HD1 / HD2 (Analog BNC connectors)

Five, BNC connectors for connecting either RGB or component high-definition television signals. The VX-1000d automatically detects the signal format: RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.

5. COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors)

Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players.

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

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6. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT

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

7. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2

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

8. 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS

Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices such as retractable screens or screen masks.

9. ComLink (RS-232) OUTPUT

Connect this to the ComLink (RS-232) input on the projector, using the provided RJ11-to-DB9 adapter and communication cable.

10. IR

Wired input from an external remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini phono jack, wired as follows: Ring = +5V Tip = IR Input Sleeve = Ground

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11. RS-232 CONTROL PORT

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

12. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

Connect the DHD Controller to power here.

13. MAIN AC FUSE

This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow).

14. MAIN POWER SWITCH

Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller.

When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected to the wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the DHD is disabled.

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Controls and Functions

2.5 VX-1000d Remote Control Unit

Figure 2-5 shows the VX-1000d 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. ON / OFF

Press to turn the projector on or off.

3. ENTER

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

4. Cursor Buttons ( , , , )

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

When no menus are present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through the available aspect ratios, in this order: UP Button = Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema Virtualwide 2.35 DOWN Button = Virtualwide 2.35 - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3)

- Anamorphic

Note

Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on CineWide-equipped projectors. For more information about aspect ratios, refer to

Table 4-1.

Controls and Functions

Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in this order: LEFT Button = HD Pass Thru 2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - DVI 2 - DVI 1 - HD/RGB2 HD/RGB 1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 - Composite RIGHT Button = Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 HD/RGB 2 - DVI 1 - DVI 2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - HD Pass Thru 2

5. LIGHT

Press to illuminate the buttons. (Not available on all models.)

6. MENU

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

7. VIDEO (1)

Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric character

8. COMP (Component) (2)

Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the numeric character “2.”

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9. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons

Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters, as follows:

ANA (Anamorphic) (3)

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

4X3 (Standard 4:3) (6)

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

LETBOX (Letterbox) (9)

For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3 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 on a 1.78:1 (16:9) screen. The upper and lower portions are masked.

SVC (CineWide-equipped projectors only)

Selects the VirtualWide 2.35 aspect ratio, which anamorphically compresses a 2.35:1 image to fill a 16:9 image area. The anamorphic lens then “stretches” the image back to 2.35:1.

10. S-VID 1 (4) / S-VID 2 (5) (S-Video)

Press to select an S-Video input or to enter the numeric character “4” or “5.”

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11. HD 1 (7) / HD 2 (8)

Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input or to enter the numeric

character “7” or “8.”

12. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (0) Press to select a Digital Video input. Press DVI2 to enter the numeric character “0.”

13. Memory Preset Buttons:

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ISF NT (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.

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1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control.

2. Insert the batteries included with the remote control. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

and markings inside the

3. Installation

3.1 Remote Control

Battery InstallationTo install batteries in the remote control:

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

Note

The remote control can be used to control the VX-1000d within the ranges shown in Figure 3-1.

batteries.

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

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Approx.

7m/ 23ft

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Notes on Remote Control Operation

Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control

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• Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature.

• The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the DHD Controller away from the fluorescent lamp.

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

The signal from the remote control can be reflected by walls or

Note

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

• Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this happens, point the remote control at the DHD Controller or projector and repeat the operation.

other surfaces.

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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the VX-1000d installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions.

Note

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Step Procedure

Choose a location for the projector 18

Install CineWide (secondary anamorphic) lens (optional) 22

Connect the DHD Controller to the projector 23

Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller 25

Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional) 29

Connect other home theater components to 12-volt trigger

outputs (optional)

Apply power to the projector 30, 31

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

For Details, Refer to

page...

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3.2 Quick Setup

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

the proper picture orientation

Lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom), position

(shift) and focus

Projector calibration: adjust the following for each input, starting with Component SD; save settings when finished:

• Aspect ratio

• Brightness

• Contrast

• Color level

• Tint

• Input position

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21, 32

35 through 42

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3.3 Installation Considerations

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

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

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inverted mount.

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

• Easy to set up

• Can be moved or changed quickly

• Easy to access

• Does not take up audience space

• Projector is unobtrusive

• Projector cannot be accidentally moved

• Projector is completely hidden

• Projector is easily accessed

• Usually good ambient light rejection

Table 3-2 compares these various installation methods.

Advantages Considerations

Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation

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• Shares floor space with audience

• Installation is more permanent

• Projector access is more difficult

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Projector is completely hidden

• Usually good ambient light rejection

Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

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

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• Projector is completely hidden

• Usually good ambient light rejection

• Requires less space behind screen than other rear screen installations

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

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

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

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

Estimating Throw Distance

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

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

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

VX-1000d Throw Ratio: 1.85 to 2.40

Screen width (w)

Figure 3-2. Estimating Throw Distance

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The VX-1000d offers a throw ratio of between 1.85 and 2.40. For example, with a 100-inch wide screen, the VX-1000d has a throw distance range of between 185 inches (4.70 meters) and 240 inches (6.10 meters).

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Vertical and Horizontal

Position

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

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perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.

Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way that the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other, as shown in

Ceiling Installation

Height

Projection Distance

Lens Center

Ceiling

Screen Lens Center

Floor Installation

Lens Center

Height

Screen

Lens Center

Figure 3-3.

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Figure 3-3. Projector Placement

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Projection Distance

Floor

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the lens shift controls to center the image on the screen. Lens shift is generally expressed as a percentage of the screen height or width, as shown in

Figure 3-4.

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Vertical Lens ShiftIf it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3-3, you can use

Screen Center

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

lens is used in this example.

Figure 3-4. Vertical Lens Shift

The VX-1000d provides up to 50% of vertical lens shift in either direction. For

example, with a 96 x 54-inch (16:9) screen, you can shift the image up to 27.00 inches (0.69

meters) above or below the screen center.

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50% Height

Lens Shift

(0.5 x H)

100% Height

Lens Shift

(1.0 x H)

150% Height

Lens Shift

(1.5 x H)

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

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

Screen

Figure 3-5. The position of the projector and

Mirror

Figure 3-5. Folded Optics

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

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

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

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3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens

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

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

designed ceiling mount fixture. This type of mounting is recommended for fixed installations and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited space for projector and audience.

If the VX-1000d is ceiling-mounted and the screen is significantly lower than the projector, you can tilt the projector at a slight angle by adjusting the ceiling mount.

If you do this, you may need to shift the image or apply keystone correction using the OSD controls, to compensate. For detailed instructions, refer to on page 39.

Note

Use only the Runco-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your projector.

Using the On-Screen Menus

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3.5 Mounting the VX-1000d

Floor MountingIn typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and

Ceiling MountingThe projector can also be inverted and suspended from the ceiling using a specially

Adjusting the Projection Angle

Proceed as follows to connect the DHD Controller to the VX-1000d, your video sources, external controller(s) -- if present -- and AC power.

When connecting your equipment:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• Use the correct signal cables for each source.

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

projector (see

The VX-1000d is designed to receive only video input signals directly from the companion DHD Controller/Processor. All signal sources should be connected to the appropriate inputs on the rear panel of the DHD. The signal from the DHD is then output to the VX-1000d projector through an RGB or DVI cable.

Note

Figure 2-1).

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You CANNOT connect signal sources directly to the VX-1000d. They MUST be routed through the DHD Controller for proper operation.

3.6 Connections to the VX-1000d and DHD Controller

Connector Panel AccessYou can access the connector panel through the cable opening at the bottom rear of the

Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-1000d

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Connect the DVI, RGBHV and RS-232 outputs of the DHD Controller to the corresponding inputs of the VX-1000d; see

DVI-I IN

PC INPUT

100-240V

AC INPUT

G B R H V

Green Blue Red Horiz Vert

Figure 3-6.

COM LINK IN

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Runco International

Union City, CA

OUTPUTS

PrRYGPb

RGB-HV OUT

Figure 3-6. Connecting the VX-1000d to the DHD Controller

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Model

Video Processor / Controller

DVI

OUT

INPUTS

PrRYGPb

RPrGYBPbH

DVI 1 DVI 2DVI OutH/VVH

SDI

Pb Pr Y

Component Video

Option

SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE

TRIGGERS

HD1

HD2

Video

S-Video 1

RS-232 Out

S-Video 2

RS-232

OUT

RS-232 Control

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max

Made In USA

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

DVI Connections: See Figure 3-7.

Tip

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

G/Y

DVI 1

Use the DVI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path, from source component output into the projector.

INPUTS

DVI 2

HD1

HD2

HVR/Pr B/Pb

Pr Y

Component Video

Video

TRIGGERS

IR123

S-Video 1

S-Video 2

Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller

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Figure 3-7. DVI Source Connections

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DVI Source

(DVD Player or HD Tuner with

HDMI or DVI out)

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Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-8.

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

G/Y

DVI 1

INPUTS

DVI 2

HD1

HD2

HVR/Pr B/Pb

Component Video

Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz Vert

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Pr Y

TRIGGERS

12 3

S-Video 1

Video

S-Video 2

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DTV or Progressive

Component (YPbPr)

Source

Figure 3-8. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections

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Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-9.

INPUTS

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

HD1

HD2

G/Y

HVR/Pr B/Pb

TRIGGERS

123

S-Video 1

Installation

DVI 1

Red Green Blue Horiz Vert

DVI 2

Personal Computer

Pb Pr

Component Video

Y Video S-Video 2

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Figure 3-9. Analog RGB Connections

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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-10.

INPUTS

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

HD1

HD2

G/Y

HVR/Pr B/Pb

TRIGGERS

123

S-Video 1

DVI 1

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

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DVI 2

Pb Pr

Component Video

Pb Pr Y

Y Video S-Video 2

Figure 3-10. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections

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Use a standard, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the DHD Controller; see

Figure 3-11.

For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on page 61.

345

2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground

Pb Pr Y

Video

TRIGGERS

S-Video 1

RS-232 OutComponent Video

S-Video 2

RS-232 Control

(none of the other pins are used)

to Automation/

Control System

or PC

RS-232 Controller Connection

Figure 3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection

If your home theater contains other devices that respond to 12-volt triggers (such as

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retractable screens or screen masks), connect them to the 12-volt trigger outputs as shown in

Figure 3-12.

TRIGGERS

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Video

S-Video 1

S-Video 2

RS-232 OutComponent Video

RS-232 Control

3.5-mm mini plug

Pb Pr Y

to other, 12-volt

trigger-activated

home theater

components

(screen, screen mask etc.)

Figure 3-12. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Components

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Connecting to AC Power The VX-1000d system includes two (2) AC power cords (one each for the projector and

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DHD Controller).

Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the VX-1000d (AC 100V ~ 240V). Then, connect the other end to your AC power source. Similarly connect the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet.

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4. Operation

1. Turn on your source components.

2. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the DHD Controller.

3. Press the ON button on the remote control -- or the POWER button on the DHD

Controller front panel -- to turn on the system. The vacuum fluorescent display on the DHD Controller front panel briefly displays “Starting Display.”

4. When the projector is ready for use, the fluorescent display indicates the active source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio; for example:

Current Source Format

Component SD NTSC 480i Anamorphic VivixCi

Aspect

Ratio

By default, the VX-1000d is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen and/or mounted on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this:

1. Press MENU (on menu page 4) and enter the Service Menu passcode.

2. Select Service from the Main Menu.

Input

Resolution

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4.1 Turning on the Power

4.2 Adjusting the Picture Orientation

3. Select Display Device from the Service Menu, then select Configure.

4. Press , then choose Floor/Rear, Ceiling/Front or Ceiling/Rear, to match the installation method.

Note

By default, the VX-1000d is configured to display the signal received on its RGBHV input. To use the DVI input instead:

1. Press MENU (on menu page 4) and enter the Service Menu passcode, if the Service Menu is not already visible.

2. Select Service from the Main Menu.

3. Select Display Device from the Service Menu, then select Configure.

4. Input 1 is the RGBHV input. Press to select projector input 2 (DVI).

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You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.

4.3 Selecting the Input Source

Operation

4.4

Lens Adjustments

Focus and Zoom To focus the projected image, gently rotate the lens by

➤

hand.

To enlarge the picture (zoom in), move the zoom tab toward the Runco logo on the front of the projector. To make the picture smaller (zoom out), move the tab in the other direction.

Zoom in

Focus

Zoom out

Vertical Lens Shift To change the projected image position, use a 9/64” hex driver to shift the lens in the

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desired direction; see projector. (The tool will automatically center on top of the adjustment nut when inserted into the access hole.)

Figure 4-1. The vertical lens shift control is at the top of the

9/64” Hex Wrench

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Figure 4-1. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjustments

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Operation

Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to display the Main Menu.

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

The VX-1000d OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-2. Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available.

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4.5 Using the On-Screen Menus

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Input Source

Aspect Ratio

Picture

Input Position

ISF Presets

Information

(read-only)

Service

Composite

S-Video 1

S-Video 2

Component SD

HD/RGB 1

HD/RGB 2

DVI 1

DVI 2

HD Pass Thru 1

HD Pass Thru 2

Anamorphic

Standard 4:3

Letterbox

VirtualWide

Cinema

Virtualwide 2.35

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Left/Right

Up/Down

Width

Height

Overscan

Recall ISF Night

Recall ISF Day

Recall/Save Custom 1

Recall/Save Custom 2

Reset Custom 1 & 2 to Factory Default

Serial Number

Hardware

Firmware

Date

Test Video

Input Names Rename, Restore or Save

Remote Control

Analog Out Mode RGB--, RGB++ or RGBS

Note: Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on VX-1000d projectors equipped with the CineWide option (secondary anamorphic lens).

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Grey Bars 1

Grey Bars 2

Color Bars 1

Color Bars 2

Primary

Secondary

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Display Device Configure

HD/RGB 1

HD Format

Triggers 1 / 2 / 3 / Save

Miscellaneous

Resolution

System Reset

Restore Saved Settings

HD/RGB 2

ADC Bandwidth Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz

YPbPr Input Resolution Auto, 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p or 1080i

Language English, French, German or Spanish

Menu Mode

Timeout

Side Bar Color

Film Mode (SD src. only)

800x600 ... 1400x1050 480i ... 720p ... 1080i

Calibration

Input Source (1 = RGBHV; 2 = DVI)

Picture Orientation

Keystone

Lamp Hours (View/Reset)

Auto, RGB or YUV

Gain

Offset

ISF Night - Display Color

ISF Night - Input Image

ISF Night - Input Color

ISF Day - Display Color

ISF Day - Input Image

ISF Day - Input Color

Save ISF Settings Back / Confirm

Output Shift

Splash Configure

OSD Position

Gamma

Iris

Color Temp

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Gain

Offset

Chroma Delay

Phase

Noise Filter

Gain

Offset

Gamma

Iris

Color Temp

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Gain

Offset

Chroma Delay

Phase

Noise Filter

Left/Right

Up/Down

Width

Height

Save

Owner Name

ISF Calibrated

ISF Other

Figure 4-2. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-1000d

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Operation

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

(The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a passcode.)

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

Note

1. Selecting HD Pass Thru 1 or HD Pass Thru 2 loops the HD/RGB output. This prevents display of the on-screen menus. To switch from HD Pass Thru 1 or 2 to another source, use the direct access buttons on the remote control, or the left- or right-arrow buttons on the DHD Controller.

2. If the DVI 1 or DVI 2 input is active and the input signal is HDCP-encrypted, the RGBHV output of the DHD Controller is disabled.

1 or HD/RGB 2 input signal respectively to the RGB

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Runco Video

Input Source

Aspect Ratio

Picture

Input Position

ISF Presets

Information

Calibration

Service

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

Input Source

Composite

S-Video 1

S-Video 2

Component SD

HD/RGB 1

HD/RGB 2

DVI 1

DVI 2

HD Pass Thru 1

HD Pass Thru 2

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

The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “7” to its left; in the example at right, Anamorphic is selected.

Note

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When you change the aspect ratio, save the change to a preset afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a different input is selected. (The aspect ratio is saved for each input and resolution separately.) For information about saving settings, refer to

ISF Presets on page 42.

Table 4-1.

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

Aspect Ratio

Anamorphic

Standard 4:3



Letterbox



VirtualWide



Cinema



Virtualwide 2.35



Operation

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings

Aspect Ratio Description

Anamorphic Select Anamorphic to view 16:9 DVDs and

HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.

16:9 Image on

16:9 Screen

4:3 Image on

16:9 Screen

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

Active Image

Area (4:3)

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

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

Letterbox In Letterbox mode, the image is stretched

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VirtualWide A 4:3 image is scaled NON-linearly (more

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Cinema Select Cinema to view 2.35 source material

Letterbox Image on

16:9 Screen

2.35:1 Image on 16:9 Screen

vertically; the top and bottom portions are “blanked off.” Letterbox is best suited for viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3 screen.

on the sides than in the center) to fit a 16x9 screen.

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.

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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Aspect Ratio Description

Virtualwide 2.35 A 2.35 image is stretched anamorphically in

both directions to fill a 16:9 image. (The

2.35:1 Image on 16:9 Screen

2.35:1 Image on 16:9 Screen with VirtualWide 2.35

2.35:1 Image on

2.35:1 Screen with VirtualWide 2.35

secondary anamorphic lens then “stretches” the image back to 2.35:1.)

Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on VX-1000d projectors equipped with the CineWide option.

Operation

quality.

The VX-1000d 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 input separately. Runco recommends calibrating the VX-1000d inputs in the following order:

1. Component SD

2. S-Video 1 / S-Video 2

3. Composite

4. HD/RGB 1 / HD/RGB 2

5. DVI 1 / DVI 2

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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 resolution separately.) For information about saving settings, refer to

ISF Presets on page 42.

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Picture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your VX-1000d for optimum picture

Picture

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

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Operation

Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best results:

• External test pattern source -- Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent.

• A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments.

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 acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) pattern.

Figure 4-3 shows a typical PLUGE

Below Black

bove Black

Figure 4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness

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

Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the brightness so that:

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• 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).

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Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the one shown in

Figure 4-4.

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

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

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

Figure 4-5.

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

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gray

yellow

cyan

green

red

magenta

blue

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Figure 4-5. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint

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Select Color and press ENTER. While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to be a single shade of blue:

gray

yellow

cyan

green

red

magenta

blue

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 set the tint, select Tint and press ENTER. While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter, 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.

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

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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 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.

Figure 4-6. Adjust as needed,

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Figure 4-6. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness

position for the current source.

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Left/Right: Select Left/Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image horizontally. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image to the right; use the left or down button to shift it to the left.

Up/Down: Select Up/Down from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image vertically. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image upward; use the left or down button to shift it downward.

Width: Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image width. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the width; use the left or down button to decrease it.

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preset afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a different input is selected. (The input position settings are saved for each input and resolution separately.) For information about saving settings, refer to

ISF Presets on page 42.

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

Input Position

Left/Right

Up/Down

Width

Height

Overscan

Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image

height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down button to decrease it.

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Operation

Overscan: Image 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.

Select from 1% to 10% of Overscan, as desired.

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

ISF Presets For each input, the VX-1000d lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can

ISF Presets

ISF Night

ISF Day



Custom 1 Save



Custom 2 Save



Factory Default

Information Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your

Information

Serial Num

Hardware 0

Firmware 0002.001A

Date Feb 9 2006

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recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and resolution. Use the ISF Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in the “Custom a “

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:

• Aspect ratio

• Picture quality settings (brightness, contrast, color saturation, tint and sharpness)

• Input position (image position, width, height and overscan percentage)

To reset the Custom 1 and Custom 2 image presets to their factory defaults, select Factory Default and press ENTER.

1” or “Custom 2” memory location. The currently-selected preset is indicated by

7” to its left; in the example shown here, ISF Night is selected.

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projector: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware version build date. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.

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should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.

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To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” from the ISF Presets menu (see above).

ISF Night - Display Color: Use the Display Color settings to change the characteristics of the output signal. These settings are global (independent of any particular input).

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

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

•Offset: Use the Offset controls in the White Balance sub-menu to correct color

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

• Gamma: “Gamma” is a global setting that determines how gray shades are displayed

between minimum input (black) and maximum input (white) for all signals. A good gamma setting helps to optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions for the “in-between” values utilized in other grays. Unlike “Brightness” and “Contrast” controls, the overall tone of your images can be lightened or darkened without changing the extremes and all images will be more vibrant while still showing good detail in dark areas.

You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.

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In all but the most unusual situations, the appropriate “Color Temp” selection (see below) will produce accurate colors and a satisfying contrast level. However, it is sometimes necessary to adjust the red, blue and green gamma curves individually. To do this, select Gamma from the Display Color sub-menu and use the left- and right-arrow buttons to manipulate the on-screen slidebars.

• Iris: Select Iris from the Display Color Menu to increase or decrease the Reflectance

Volume Regulation setting. RVR lets you control the aperture or iris size (the physical opening through the lens; similar to an “f-stop” on a camera). Doing so allows you to optimize brightness and contrast according to the amount of ambient light in the viewing area.

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

Calibration

ISF Night

Display Color

Input Image

Input Color

ISF Day

Display Color

Input Image

Input Color

Save ISF Settings

Output Shift

Splash Configure

OSD Position

Use a lower setting (0 or 1) for rooms with lots of ambient light. Use the higher setting (2) for more “theater-like” viewing conditions (little or no ambient light).

• Color Temp: Select Color Temp from the Display Color menu to adjust the color

temperature. The default setting is appropriate for most situations. Higher settings produce a “bluer” picture.

ISF Night - Input Image: The Input Image controls are similar to those in the Picture menu, but are accessible only by entering the Calibration menu passcode. This makes it possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the projector was installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” preset.

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ISF Night - Input Color: The Input Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color menu (see above), but can be set independently for each input.

• Gain/Offset: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color, above.

• Chroma Delay: use the Chroma Delay control to correct a mis-aligned image from a

Composite, S-Video or Component 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.

•Phase: Adjust the phase if the image (usually from an RGB source) shows shimmer or “noise.” Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal. The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a VCR.

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. (You may notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this case.)

• Noise Filter: Select Noise Filter from the Input Color menu to filter a noisy Composite, S-Video or Composite source signal. Adjust as desired, keeping in mind that reducing noise (which reduces high frequencies) may also soften the image.

ISF Day - Display Color: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color.

ISF Day - Input Image: Refer to ISF Night - Input Image.

ISF Day - Input Color: Refer to ISF Night - Input Color.

Save ISF Settings: Whenever you make a change to the ISF settings, you should always

save it. Select Save ISF Settings from the ISF Calibration menu to do this. In the event you ever have to perform a Restore Saved Settings in the Service menu. (System Reset and Restore Saved Settings are described on page 48.)

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 (so the change is visible no matter which input is selected). You can set these controls independently for each aspect ratio.

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To save the Output Shift settings for the current aspect ratio so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described on Then, press ENTER.

Splash Configure: Use the Splash Configure menu to customize the appearance of the start-up message that appears on the vacuum fluorescent display upon power-up. You can have the VX-1000d display the owner’s name, your name, the phrase “ISF Calibrated” and/or any other string, up to 20 characters in length.

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 text. Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the VX-1000d display the information you enter here when it is turned on.

System Reset, you can restore the saved ISF settings by selecting

page 48), press repeatedly to highlight “Save.”

OSD Position: Select OSD Position, press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change the size and position of the OSD controls.

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Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns on the VX-1000d. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars.

Press MENU to exit test pattern mode.

Input Names: You can give each DHD Controller 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. Composite, S-Video and Component SD input names can be up to 12 characters long; the others can be up to eight 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

MENU.

You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.

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

To save input names so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described on page 48), press repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.

Operation

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

Service

Test Video

Input Names

Remote Control

Analog Out Mode

Display Device

HD Format

Triggers

Miscellaneous

Resolution

System Reset

Restore Saved Settings

Input Names

Restore

Composite Composite

S-Video 1 S-Video 1

S-Video 2 S-Video 2

Component SD Component SD

HD/RGB 1 HD/RGB 1

HD/RGB 2 HD/RGB 2

DVI 1 DVI 1

DVI 2 DVI 2

Save

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Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary infrared (IR) codes to which the VX-1000d will respond. By default, both are set to 17. You can change these codes if either:

• Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for example) is responding to commands from the VX-1000d/DHD remote control ( undesirable.

• You have multiple VX-1000d projectors 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 projector.

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Tip

The button takes you from top to bottom in the left column, then from top to bottom in the right column. To highlight “Save,” scroll

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through both columns.

Figure 2-5) in ways that are unpredictable or

Use the DHD Controller front-panel keypad to change the projector IR code. Then, change the code sent by the remote to match as described below.

Operation

Note

When you change a remote code on the VX-1000d, you must re-program the VX-1000d/DHD remote control to send that same code. To do this:

1. Using a straightened paper clip or similar object, press and hold the

CODE button on the remote control for approximately three seconds, or until the red 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.

Analog Out Mode: Select Analog Out Mode from the Service menu to change the characteristics of the analog output signal from the DHD Controller. The choices are RGB-- (separate sync with negative polarity), RGB++ (separate sync with positive polarity) or RGBS (composite sync).

Display Device: The options in the Display Device menu allow you to select the projector input source, change the picture orientation, perform keystone correction and reset the lamp timer.

• Configure: Select Configure from the Display Device menu to access the following

projector-specific functions.

• Input Source: Press or to select the projector input source (1 for RGBHV or

2 for DVI).

Do not change the “Type” setting in this menu.

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• Orientation: Change the picture orientation to suit the method of installation (Floor

Front, Floor Rear, Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear).

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• Keystone: If the projector and screen are not installed perpendicular to each other,

the image may become distorted in a trapezoidal shape, as shown in Select Keystone from the Configure menu to compensate for this.

If the DVI 1 or DVI 2 input is active and the input signal is HDCP-encrypted, the RGBHV output of the DHD Controller is disabled.

Figure 4-7.

Vertical Keystone Correction

Positive values compress top;

negative values compress bottom.

Figure 4-7. Keystone Correction

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• Lamp Hours: This menu page also displays the number of hours that the lamp has

been in service, and lets you reset the counter (which is recommended after you replace the lamp; refer to

HD Format: If the characteristics of the incoming signal on the HD1 or HD2 inputs are known, select HD Format from the Service menu and set them as described below. Doing so can reduce the time it takes the DHD Controller to switch from HD to 480i signals or vice versa.

This is generally not necessary unless the DHD Controller -- for whatever reason -- has difficulty determining the color space (RGB or YUV), bandwidth or resolution of the incoming HD signal. In most situations, the Auto settings work well.

• HD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 (Color Space): Select Auto, RGB or YUV.

• ADC Bandwidth: Select Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz.

• YPbPr Input Resolution: Select Auto or specify the input resolution, if known: 480i,

480p, 576i, 576p, 720p or 1080i.

Triggers: Select Triggers from the Service menu to configure the 12-volt trigger outputs. You can assign one or more trigger outputs to each aspect ratio. Those triggers are then activated by selecting that aspect ratio.

Lamp Replacement on page 49).

Operation

HD Format

HD/RGB 1 Auto

HD/RGB 2 Auto

ADC Bandwidth Auto

YPbPr Input Resolution

To save the trigger settings so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described below), press

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, French, Spanish or German).

• Menu Mode: This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when you press MENU. Choose one of the following:

0 = No transition; menus abruptly appear and disappear. 1 = Menus fade in and out. 2 = “Checkerboard” dissolve; menus appear and disappear in sections. 3 = “Window shade” effect; menus are drawn on a diagonal from top left to bottom right, and retract in the opposite direction.

• Timeout - Short/Long: These settings control how long the OSD menus stay on screen. Select a time-out period of from 2 to 60 seconds.

• Side Bar Color: This controls the color of the inactive image area. The range is from

-100 (black) to 100 (white).

The inactive image area is on either side of the active image area when using the Standard 4:3 aspect ratio (or the entire screen when no incoming video signal is present).

• Film Mode: Enable Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced, standard-definition (SD) sources. In most cases, the VX-1000d detects the proper “pull-down” rate and vertical frequency. However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing you may wish to enable Film Mode to ensure stable processing for that source.

repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.

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Resolution: The DHD Controller defaults to an output resolution of 720p. When using the VX-1000d with a computer or certain HD sources, you may want to force the DHD Controller to use a different output resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service menu and choose one. Then, press ENTER to confirm.

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

A confirmation message appears, reminding you to save your settings before you perform the reset, so that you can restore them afterwards. If you have done this, select Confirm to continue with the reset. Otherwise, click Back to cancel.

Caution

Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to apply all previously-saved settings to the projector and DHD Controller.

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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 hours), or sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Runco dealer to obtain a replacement lamp.

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

approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two Lamp

Cover screws on the side of the projector and remove the cover.

3. Remove the three Phillips round-head lamp

assembly mounting screws. These are identified by arrows pointing to them on the lamp housing.

4. Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently, removing the lamp module from the

projector housing.

5. Install the new lamp module. Secure it in place with the three screws that you

removed in Step 3.

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5.1 Lamp Replacement

6. Replace the lamp cover and re-tighten the two Lamp Cover screws.

7. Turn the projector on.

8. Reset the Lamp Hour counter. To do this, select Service from the Main Menu, then

Display Device, then Installation. Use the cursor buttons to highlight Reset under “Lamp

Hours” and press ENTER.

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Troubleshooting Tips

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Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the VX-1000d.

If you encounter an issue not described here or in Section 3 (refer to Installation Considerations on page 18), or if the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

The projector does not turn on after initial installation. The power LED on the front of the DHD Controller lights red after you press the power button.

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

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• The VX-1000d is not plugged in or the AC outlet is not active.

• The serial connection from the DHD Controller to the VX-1000d is incorrect.

•The remote control batteries have run out.

• Faulty or incorrect video connection between the DHD Controller and the VX-1000d.

• Incorrect input source selection.

• Projector input source is set to RGBHV, DHD Controller input is set to DVI 1 or DVI 2 and DVI source is HDCP-encrypted.

• Ensure that the VX-1000d is plugged in and that the AC outlet is active.

• Ensure that the RS-232 output from the DHD Controller is properly connected to the

LINK IN port on the

COM VX-1000d (see

• Replace the batteries.

• Ensure that the DVI and/or RGBHV outputs from the DHD Controller are properly connected to the video inputs on the VX-1000d (see

• Choose the correct input source on the projector (refer to Input Source on page 31).

• Set the projector input source to 2 (DVI) or use a different input on the DHD Controller for the encrypted source material.

Figure 3-6).

Selecting the

The projector and

Controller are both on

DHD and menus appear on-screen, but there is no picture.

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

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

• 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.

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

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• Select the correct source.

• Turn on the source.

• Check video connections to source component.

• Turn off progressive scan on the DVD player. Or, connect the DVD player to the HD1 or HD2 input.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

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) on one or more sources.

Colors in the image are swapped on all sources.

The projected image is trapezoidal in shape.

The projector will not turn back on after it was powered down, or the image disappears during operation.

• 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.

• The Red, Green or Blue

outputs from the DHD Controller are connected to the wrong inputs on the projector.

• The projector is not

perpendicular to the screen.

• The projector will not turn

on for two minutes after power-down, to protect the lamp.

• The lamp has failed or

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

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

• Adjust the projection angle or apply keystone correction (refer to Display Device on page 46).

• Wait two minutes until the LED at the front of the DHD Controller turns red.

• Replace the lamp.

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6. Serial Communications

To interface the DHD Controller with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software, connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-11.

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.

Serial commands to the DHD Controller take the following form:

• 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

• 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

BRIGHTNESS,-10

• You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line, separated by commas. For example, COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS switches to the Composite video input, sets the brightness to 100 and sets the aspect ratio to Anamorphic. Command strings can be up to 255 characters long.

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.

<Enter>.

-10 <Enter> or

<Enter>.

100,ANAMORPHIC <Enter>

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6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration

6.2 Serial Command Syntax

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 (- >).

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands

Command

OFF NA NA Turns projector off

ON NA NA Turns projector on

POWER 0/1 NA Turns projector on and off

POWER? NA NA Returns power status

Parameter

(min/max)

Value

Stored?

Power On/Off Commands

Description

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Command

COMPONENT NA YES Selects the Component input

COMPOSITE NA YES Selects the Composite video input

DVI1 NA YES Selects the DVI 1 input

DVI2 NA YES Selects the DVI 2 input

HD1 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 1 input

HD2 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 2 input

HD1PASS NA YES Selects the HD PASS THRU 1 input

HD2PASS NA YES Selects the HD PASS THRU 2 input

INPUT? NA NA Returns active input

SVIDEO1 NA YES Selects the S-Video 1 input

SVIDEO2 NA YES Selects the S-Video 2 input

ANAMORPHIC NA YES Selects the Anamorphic aspect ratio

ASPECT? NA NA Returns current aspect ratio

ASPECTIN? NA NA Returns the input source aspect ratio

Parameter

(min/max)

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Stored?

Input Selection Commands

Aspect Ratio Commands

Description

ASPECTOUT? NA NA Returns output screen size

CINEMA NA YES Selects the Cinema aspect ratio

LETTERBOX NA YES Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio

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STANDARD NA YES Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio

VIRTUALWIDE NA YES Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio

VIRTUAL235 NA YES Selects the Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratio

OUT169 NA YES Sets the output screen to 1.78:1 (16:9)

OUT235 NA YES Sets the output screen to 2.35:1

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Serial Communications

Command

BRIGHTNESS -100/100 YES Sets a value for brightness

BRIGHTNESS? NA NA Returns brightness setting value

CHROMADELAY -12/12 YES Sets a value for input color chroma delay

CHROMADELAY? NA NA Returns input color chroma delay setting

COLOR -100/100 YES Sets a value for color

COLOR? NA NA Returns color setting value

CONTRAST -100/100 YES Sets a value for contrast

CONTRAST? NA NA Returns contrast setting value

FILMMODE? NA NA Returns Film Mode setting (0 = off; 1 = on)

FILTER 0/15 YES Sets a value for input color noise filter

FILTER? NA NA Returns input color noise filter setting

PHASE 0/3 YES Adjusts phase

PHASE? NA NA Returns phase setting value

Parameter

(min/max)

Value

Stored?

Picture Adjust Commands

Description

IMINAR

SHARPNESS -6/6 YES Sets a value for sharpness

SHARPNESS? NA NA Returns sharpness setting value

TINT -100/100 YES Sets a value for tint

TINT? NA NA Returns tint setting value

Image Preset Commands

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

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(ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2)

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Command

IHEIGHT -100/100 YES Sets the value for input height

IHEIGHT? NA NA Returns input height value

IHPOS -100/100 YES Sets a value for horizontal input position

IHPOS? NA NA Returns input horizontal position value

IVPOS -100/100 YES Sets a value for vertical input position

IVPOS? NA NA Returns input vertical position value

IWIDTH -100/100 YES Sets the value for input width

IWIDTH? NA NA Returns input horizontal width value

OVERSCAN 0/10 YES Sets the overscan percentage

OVERSCAN? NA NA Returns overscan percentage

OHEIGHT -100/100 YES Sets the value for output height

OHEIGHT? NA NA Returns output height value

OHPOS -100/100 YES Sets the value for output horizontal position

OHPOS? NA NA Returns output horizontal position value

Parameter

(min/max)

IMINAR

Value

Stored?

Input Position Commands

Output Shift Commands

Description

OVPOS -100/100 YES Sets the value for output vertical position

OVPOS? NA NA Returns output vertical position value

OWIDTH -100/100 YES Sets the value for output width

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OWIDTH? NA NA Returns output horizontal width value

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Serial Communications

Command

BKGND -100/100 YES Sets the background color for 4:3 aspect

BKGND? NA NA Returns background setting value

DATE? NA NA Returns projector manufacture date

HDINPUTRES NA YES Sets YPbPr input resolution and refresh

HWVER? NA NA Returns hardware version number

INRES? NA NA Returns input resolution

LENS1 0 or 8 YES Set primary lens configuration:

LENS1? NA NA Returns Lens 1 configuration

Parameter

(min/max)

Value

Stored?

Miscellaneous Commands

ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white)

rate for HD1/HD2, as follows: 0 = 480i 1 = 480p 2 = 576i 3 = 576p 4 = 720p / 60 Hz 5 = 1080i / 60 Hz 6 = 720p / 50 Hz 7 = 1080i / 25 Hz Any other value = Auto

IMINAR

0 = No anamorphic lens present 8 = Anamorphic lens present

Description

OUTRES 0/5 YES Sets output resolution, as follows:

0 = 480i 1 = 576i 2 = 480p

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OUTRES? NA NA Returns output resolution

RGBNN NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with

RGBPP NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with

RGBS NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with

STATUS NA NA Returns current operating status (power,

SWVER? NA NA Returns software version number

TRIGGER 1/3 YES Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect

3 = 576p 4 = 720p 5 = 1080i

negative horizontal and vertical sync

positive horizontal and vertical sync

composite sync

input source, input resolution and input aspect ratio)

ratio

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Notes:

IMINAR

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7. Specifications

Table 7-1 lists the VX-1000d specifications.

Table 7-1. VX-1000d Specifications

Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), single-chip, 16:9 SuperOnyx™

DMD

Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9)

Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2

Video Standards: Refer to Table 7-2

DTV Compatibility: 480p, 720p, 1080i

Scan Frequency: Horizontal: 15 - 81 kHz

Vertical: 43 - 100 Hz

Picture Size (16:9 Screen): Recommended Width: 72 - 96 in.

Maximum Width: 200 in.

Throw Distance (Factor x Screen Width):

Horizontal and Vertical Offset:

Lamp: 250 Watts

Minimum: 1.85 x screen width Maximum: 2.40 x screen width

Horizontal: None Vertical: 50% of screen height up or down

IMINAR

7.1 VX-1000d Specifications

Estimated Lamp Life: 2000 hours

Inputs (from DHD Controller):

(1) DVI with HDCP, (1) RGBHV, (1) RS-232

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Table 7-1. VX-1000d Specifications (continued)

Brightness and Contrast (variable, depending on RVR calibration):

INARY

Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS) Specifications

- Brightness: 15.6 to 22.4 foot-Lamberts (fL)

- Contrast Ratio: 211:1 to 229:1

These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled, home theater environment. All measurements are made to ANSI/NAPM IT7.228-1997 specifications using the Photo Research PR-650 SpectraColorimeter and Minolta LS-100 Luminance Meter, Video Essentials test DVD and a 1.3 gain, 72-inch wide screen. The projector is calibrated to a color temperature of 6,500K and has a minimum of 150 hours of usage. The foot-Lambert (fL) is the unit of measurement used in commercial movie theaters to express image brightness at the screen surface. The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) specifies 16 fL as the target image brightness for film-based projectors using an open gate (without film in the projector). More importantly, today SMPTE specifies 12 fL as the target image brightness in Digital Cinema theaters. The foot-Lambert measurement is dependent on screen size, screen gain and projector light output.

Home Theater Calibration Specifications

- Light Output: 418 to 600 ANSI Lumens

- Contrast Ratio: 211:1 to 229:1

These specifications are obtained by calibrating the projector as described above for CSMS measurements.

Industry-Standard Specifications

- Light Output: 1500 ANSI Lumens

- Contrast Ratio: 2700:1 to 3300:1

These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications found in most companies’ sales literature. Runco includes these measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other manufacturers’ projectors. These measurements are typically taken at 9,000K to 13,000K to get expected performance data when the projector is used in professional, commercial and industrial displays.

RELI

Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 375 Watts

Operating Environment: 40°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity

Dimensions: See Figure 7-1

Weight (without lens): 50 lbs. (22.68 kg)

Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick

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

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

(non-condensing)

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

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Specifications

Table 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specifications.

Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications

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

VirtualWide 2.35

Video Standards: NTSC, PAL

Output Resolution: 720p

Inputs: (1) Composite; (2) S-Video; (1) Component; (2) HD-R (Pr), G

(Y), B (Pb), H, V; (2) DVI with HDCP

Outputs: (1) HD/RGBHV

(1) DVI-I with HDCP

Control Options: - Discrete infrared remote

- Serial commands via RS-232

- Front-panel controls

RS-232 Communication Parameters:

Trigger Outputs: (3) +12 VDC, each rated at 750 mA and thermal

Bandwidth: 150 Mega Samples per Second (MSPS)

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

fuse-protected

IMINAR

Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 160 Watts

Operating Environment: 40°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity

(non-condensing)

7.2 DHD Controller Specifications

Dimensions: Width = 17.50 inches (444.5 mm)

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

Weight: 13.0 lbs. (5.90 kg)

Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick

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

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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end user.

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7.3

VX-1000d Dimensions

Figure 7-1 shows the VX-1000d dimensions (all dimensions are in inches).

20.870

20.165

INARY

R10.680

7.185

RELI

17.930

15.840 (2x)

11.590 (2x)

7.340 (2x)

2.235

5.858 (3x)

R10.680

18.635

15.834 (3x)

6.435

7.450

Ø 1.140

Figure 7-1. VX-1000d Dimensions

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Introduction

1.1 About This Manual

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

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Textual and Graphic Conventions

Using This Manual

1.3 Description, Features and Benefits

Key Features and BenefitsThe VX-1000d offers these key features and benefits:

Parts List Your VX-1000d is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,

2. Controls and Functions

2.1 VX-1000d at a Glance

Figure 2-1. VX-1000d Front/Top/Side/Bottom View

Figure 2-2. VX-1000d Rear Panel

2.2 VX-1000d Rear Panel

DHD Controller Front Panel

Figure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel

DHD Controller Rear Panel

OUTPUTS

Figure 2-4. DHD Controller Rear Panel

INPUTS

2.5 VX-1000d Remote Control Unit

Figure 2-5. DHD Controller/VX-1000d Remote Control

3. Installation

3.1 Remote Control

Battery InstallationTo install batteries in the remote control:

Notes on Remote Control Operation

Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

3.2 Quick Setup

3.3 Installation Considerations

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

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

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

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

Figure 3-2. Estimating Throw Distance

Figure 3-3. Projector Placement

Vertical Lens ShiftIf it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3-3, you can use

Figure 3-4. Vertical Lens Shift

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

Figure 3-5. Folded Optics

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

3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens

3.5 Mounting the VX-1000d

Floor MountingIn typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and

Ceiling MountingThe projector can also be inverted and suspended from the ceiling using a specially

Adjusting the Projection Angle

3.6 Connections to the VX-1000d and DHD Controller

Connector Panel AccessYou can access the connector panel through the cable opening at the bottom rear of the

Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-1000d

Figure 3-6. Connecting the VX-1000d to the DHD Controller

Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller

Figure 3-7. DVI Source Connections

Figure 3-8. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections

Figure 3-9. Analog RGB Connections

Figure 3-10. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections

RS-232 Controller Connection

Figure 3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection

Figure 3-12. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Components

Connecting to AC Power The VX-1000d system includes two (2) AC power cords (one each for the projector and

4. Operation

4.1 Turning on the Power

4.2 Adjusting the Picture Orientation

4.3 Selecting the Input Source

Lens Adjustments

Focus and Zoom To focus the projected image, gently rotate the lens by

Vertical Lens Shift To change the projected image position, use a 9/64” hex driver to shift the lens in the

Figure 4-1. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjustments

4.5 Using the On-Screen Menus

Figure 4-2. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-1000d

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

Input Source

Aspect Ratio

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings