Runco VX-3000D User Manual
I NSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL
VX-3000d Series
1080p DLPTM Home Theater Projectors
VX-3000d
VX-3000d/CineWide™
VX-3000d/CineWide with AutoScope™
VX-3000d Ultra
VX-3000d Ultra/CineWide™
VX-3000d Ultra/CineWide with AutoScope™
RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited
Warranty
Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco® product! With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years
of unparalleled video performance.
This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is provided free of charge by Runco International with the purchase of a covered
Runco product. The following sets forth Runco’s Standard Limited Warranty applicable to all Runco projectors, processors,
LCD and plasma display products, with the exception of the following models: XP-103DHD, SC-1, SC-1a and VW-100HD1.
The following terms and conditions of the RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty represent a contract between us, Runco
International and you, the customer who has purchased a Runco product. This contract applies to purchases of covered
Runco products occurring on or after September 1, 2008. Runco reserves the right to change the terms of this contract, and
such changes shall apply to purchases of covered Runco products that occur on or after any future effective date.
RuncoCare Standard Features
• Two-year protection from defects in material and workmanship
• Access to 24x7 phone support
• Complimentary, second-day one-way shipping
Warranty Coverage
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Runco warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period provided below.
If, in Runco’s determination, a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, Runco
will repair the product, replace the product with a similar new or like new product, or refund a prorata share of the purchase
price (calculated based on the remainder of the warranty period and the thencurrent MSRP2 of a similar product), if repair or
replacement of the product is determined by Runco to not be feasible.
Length of Warranty
Runco products are warranted for two (2) years from the date of shipment from Runco. Lamps are warranted six (6) months
from the date of shipment or 1000 hours, whichever comes first. All other accessories, which includes, but is not limited to,
cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens cap and other peripherals sold with the Runco product, are warranted for ninety (90)
days from the date of shipment. Repaired product or replacement lamp is subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if
any) of the original warranty term or 90 days from the date the product was shipped to you, whichever is longer.
Eligibility
This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is valid only for the first customer who purchases the covered product from an
authorized Runco dealer or distributor. This warranty is not transferable. You may be required to provide proof of purchase in
order to receive warranty services.
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1. Runco may update this list of products excluded from this warranty from time to time at Runco’s sole discretion, but updates to
the list of covered products will not apply on a retroactive basis.
2. MSRP is defined as the most recent product price listed on Runco’s price list.
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RuncoCare Claim Procedure
In the event of a product defect, please follow the warranty claim procedure provided below:
1. The Customer is required to contact a Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support via email at support@runco.com or via
phone at (toll free) 800-23RUNCO (800-237-8626). If the customer is located outside North America, call +3589 4200 554
in Europe for product service.
2. Be prepared to provide the date of purchase, the place of purchase, serial number, product model number, description of
the problem and troubleshooting steps already attempted.
3. Runco Technical Support staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem. If Runco is
unable to fix the problem to the customer’s satisfaction, Runco will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) if it is
determined that the claim was made within the coverage period of the Standard Limited Warranty.
4. The customer will need to return the defective product to the Runco repair depot location specified by the Runco technical
support representative. The customer will need to properly package the defective product, consisting of the product only,
and not include any accessories (e.g., cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens, lens cap and other peripherals) and return it
to the Runco repair depot specified by the technical support representative. It is the customer’s responsibility to properly
package the hardware, include all appropriate materials, and return it to the location specified by the Runco technical
support department. The customer will need to address and resolve any shipping damage claims directly with the shipping
company.
5. The customer is responsible for providing a suitable box to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot.
Boxes may be purchased from a Runco technical support representative.
6. The customer is responsible for paying freight charges to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot.
7. Runco will pay freight charges to return the repaired/replacement product to the customer from the Runco repair depot.
8. Once an RMA has been created, the customer may contact serviceorders@runco.com for followup questions or
confirmation status of the claim process.
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Warranty Exclusions
This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty does not include or is limited by the following:
1. Products not purchased from an authorized Runco dealer
2. Rental costs incurred by the customer in the event of product defect or failure
3. Any product with a defaced, modified, or removed serial number
4. Damage, deterioration, or malfunction resulting from:
a Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, improper ventilation, fire, water, disaster, lightning, or other acts of nature, smoke
exposure (cigarette or otherwise), unauthorized product modification (including use of an unauthorized mount), or failure
to follow instructions supplied with the product
b Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Runco
c Any damage to the product due to shipment
d Removal or installation of the product
e Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure
f Use of supplies or parts not meeting Runco’s specifications
g Normal wear and tear
h Expected lamp degradation and normal decrease in lamp output over a period of time or as the lamp is consumed
i Customer caused defects, including but not limited to, scratched/defaced/altered plastics
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j Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlined in the product’s user guide where a schedule is specified for
regular cleaning of the product
k Opening the product and/or tampering with internal circuitry
l Products lost, stolen or discarded
m Any damage or dissatisfaction associated with latent images, “burnin,” or any other damage determined by Runco to be
the result of customer use patterns
n Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect in material or workmanship
5. Removal, installation, and setup service charges are excluded from this Standard Limited warranty
6. Runco’s warranty does not cover black uniformity issues or other LCD issues associated with usage outside the Runco
recommended guidelines and specifications for the product
7. Second day shipment delivery time and availability may vary based on origin and destination and Runco is unable to deliver
to PO Box and FPO Box addresses
Extended Service Options
Runco offers extended and expanded service plans. For information on additional product protection, please email
serviceorders@runco.com or call (toll free) 800-23RUNCO (800-237-8626).
Online Product Registration
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Please visit http://www.runco.com/info.html to register product.
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Limitation of Implied Warranties
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RUNCO PROVIDES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN. RUNCO
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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Exclusion of Damages
RUNCO’S MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF
THE PRODUCT.
1. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT,
DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF PROFITS,
LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR
OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF THE CUSTOMER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
2. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE
DAMAGES ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.
3. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.
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Effect of Local Law
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from locality to locality. Some localities
do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:
© Copyright 2009 Runco International, LLC (“Runco”). This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright,
trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of Runco.
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The trademarks reporduced in this Runco Owner’s Manual and used on the Runco Products are either owned by Runco or are
licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco.
Runco Products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other Patents
Pending.
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Important Safety Instructions
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video product! For the best performance, please read this manual carefully
as it is your guide through the menus and operation.
WARNING
CAUTION
RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOTOPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
CAUTION:
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is
provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. The +12V trigger only outputs 12Vdc signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could
cause damage to this unit.
16. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.
17. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to
removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
18. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to
explode in rare occasions.
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19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on.
Compliance Information
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:
Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, LLC
Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992
hereby declares that the Products’ Model Numbers:
VX-3000d, VX-3000d/CineWide, VX-3000d/CineWide-AutoScope, VX-3000d Ultra, VX-3000d Ultra/CineWide and VX-3000d
Ultra/CineWide-AutoScope
conform with the provisions of:
Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;
EN 55022 “Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology equipment”
1998;
EN 55024 “Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology equipment” 1998;
Including:
• EN 61000-4-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 2:
Electrostatic discharge immunity test”
• EN 61000-4-3 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 3: Radiated,
Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test”
• EN 61000-4-4 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 4: Electrical
fast transient/burst immunity test”
• EN 61000-4-5 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 5: Surge
immunity test"
• EN 61000-4-6 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 6: Conducted
disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields immunity test"
• EN 61000-4-8 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 8: Conducted
disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test"
• EN 61000-4-11 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 11: Voltage
dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests"
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And:
• EN 61000-3-2 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment
input current up to and including 16 A per phase)" 2000;
• EN 61000-3-3 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 3: Limitations of voltage changes, voltage
fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A
and not subject to conditional connection" 1995;
Council Directive 2006/95/EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety;
EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”
The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Runco International,
LLC, located at 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992.
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Date of Declaration: December 2009
FCC PART 15:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003):
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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PRODUCT DISPOSAL:
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The Product contains small amounts of tin, lead and/or mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to
environmental considerations.
IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be
hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws.
For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG.
For lamp specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applicable throughout the European
Union and other European countries with separate collection programs)
This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be treated as
household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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1Table of Contents
RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ................................................... iii
Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................... vii
Compliance Information .............................................................................................. viii
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1
About This Manual .......................................................................................................1
Target Audience .....................................................................................................1
If You Have Comments About This Manual.............................................................1
Textual and Graphic Conventions ...........................................................................1
Using This Manual ........................................................................................................ 2
Description, Features and Benefits ...............................................................................3
Key Features and Benefits ......................................................................................4
Parts List ................................................................................................................4
2. Controls and Functions ............................................................................................ 5
VX-3000d at a Glance .................................................................................................. 5
VX-3000d Rear Panel ...................................................................................................8
DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................9
DHD Controller Rear Panel .........................................................................................10
Outputs ................................................................................................................11
Inputs ...................................................................................................................11
VX-3000d Remote Control Unit ..................................................................................12
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3. Installation ...............................................................................................................15
Remote Control ..........................................................................................................15
Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................15
Notes on Remote Control Operation ..................................................................... 15
Quick Setup ...............................................................................................................16
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Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................17
Installation Type ....................................................................................................17
Ambient Light .......................................................................................................18
Throw Distance.....................................................................................................18
Vertical and Horizontal Position............................................................................. 20
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift..........................................................................20
Folded Optics .......................................................................................................23
Audio/Video Synchronization Issues...................................................................... 23
Other Considerations ............................................................................................24
Installing the Primary Projection Lens (VX-3000d Ultra only) ........................................ 24
Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Mount ...........................................28
Installing the AutoScope Lens Motor..................................................................... 29
Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (Prismatic Lens) .....................................33
Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (Cylindrical Lens) ....................................35
Mounting the VX-3000d ............................................................................................. 38
Floor Mounting (Upright) ....................................................................................... 38
Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)....................................................................................38
Adjusting the Projector Height or Projection Angle ................................................38
Connections to the VX-3000d and DHD Controller .....................................................39
Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................39
Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-3000d ..................................................40
Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller .......................................41
RS-232 Controller Connection ..............................................................................46
Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment...................................47
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Connecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD Controller....................................48
Connecting to AC Power ......................................................................................49
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Turning on the Power .................................................................................................49
Primary Lens Adjustments ..........................................................................................50
Focus and Zoom – VX-3000d ...............................................................................50
Focus and Zoom – VX-3000d Ultra .......................................................................50
Lens Shift .............................................................................................................50
Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................51
Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens .............................................51
Cylindrical Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment ......................................52
Whitney (Prismatic) Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment.........................57
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4. Operation .................................................................................................................61
Using the On-Screen Menus ......................................................................................61
Main Menu............................................................................................................62
Input Source.........................................................................................................63
Aspect Ratio......................................................................................................... 63
Picture.................................................................................................................. 66
Input Position........................................................................................................70
Memory Presets .................................................................................................. 72
Sleep Timer ..........................................................................................................73
Information ...........................................................................................................74
Calibration ............................................................................................................74
Service ................................................................................................................. 78
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 85
Lamp Replacement .................................................................................................... 85
Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................................................................86
6. External Control ......................................................................................................89
RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................89
Serial Communications ...............................................................................................89
RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ..........................................................89
Serial Command Syntax .......................................................................................89
Using Discrete IR Codes ............................................................................................94
IR Command Protocol ..........................................................................................94
IR Command List..................................................................................................95
7. Specifications .......................................................................................................... 97
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DHD Controller Specifications .................................................................................... 99
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Overall Dimensions – VX-3000d/CineWide ............................................................... 100
Overall Dimensions – VX-3000d Ultra .......................................................................101
Overall Dimensions – VX-3000d/CineWide with AutoScope ...................................... 102
Supported Timings ...................................................................................................103
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1List of Figures
2-1. VX-3000d Front/Side/Top View ....................................................................................5
2-2. VX-3000d Rear/Bottom/Side View ...............................................................................7
2-3. VX-3000d Rear Panel ...................................................................................................8
2-4. DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................9
2-5. DHD Controller Rear Panel .........................................................................................10
2-6. DHD Controller/VX-3000d Remote Control.................................................................12
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3-1. Estimating Throw Distance .........................................................................................18
3-2. Projector Placement ................................................................................................... 20
3-3. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) ...............................................................................20
3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)...........................................................................21
3-5. Folded Optics.............................................................................................................23
3-6. VX-3000d/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly – Exploded View ....................29
3-7. VX-3000d Ultra/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly – Exploded View ............ 30
3-8. VX-3000d with Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands ...........................................31
3-9. AutoScope Lens Motor Installation .............................................................................32
3-10. Projector with Whitney (Prismatic) Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Plate -
Bottom View...............................................................................................................34
3-11. VX-3000d/CineWide with Rainier II/McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate and Ceiling
Mounting Plate - Exploded View .................................................................................35
3-12. VX-3000d Ultra/CineWide with Rainier II/McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate and
Ceiling Mounting Plate - Exploded View......................................................................36
3-13. Mounting Angle Ranges (Front-to-Back and Side-to-Side)........................................ 38
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3-15. HDMI Source Connections ....................................................................................... 41
3-16. Component Video Source Connections.................................................................... 42
3-17. RGBHV Source Connections....................................................................................43
3-18. SCART RGBS Source Connections..........................................................................44
3-19. S-Video and Composite Video Source Connections .................................................45
3-20. RS-232 Control System Connection.........................................................................46
3-21. Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs..........................................................................47
3-22. External IR Receiver Connection...............................................................................48
3-23. Cylindrical Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View...........................52
3-24. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring ..................................................... 53
3-25. Prismatic Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View ............................57
4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-3000d .................................................... 61
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4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ......................................................... 66
4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ..........................................................67
4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint................................68
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................70
4-6. Overscan Modes ........................................................................................................71
4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram .................................................................................75
4-8. Keystone Correction...................................................................................................80
6-1. RC5 Message Format ................................................................................................ 95
7-1. Overall Dimensions – VX-3000d/CineWide (Prismatic Lens) ......................................100
7-2. Overall Dimensions – VX-3000d Ultra ....................................................................... 101
7-3. Overall Dimensions – VX-3000d/CineWide with AutoScope......................................102
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1. Introduction
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate a Runco VX-3000d
Series Home Theater Projector and DHD Controller. This product family consists of the
VX-3000d and VX-3000d
Throughout this manual, the Runco VX-3000d Series Home Theater Projector and DHD
Controller are referred to collectively as the “VX-3000d.” Except where noted, the features
and functions described in this manual are common to all versions of this product.
Ultra Projectors.
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most out of the VX-3000d.
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.”
• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type LETTERBOX <Enter>.”
• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>,
<Esc> and <Tab>.
• <Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your
keyboard if it has both keys.
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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:
TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using
Tip
certain features.
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Using This Manual
Note
Caution
NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special
significance. They also provide supplemental information.
CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can
degrade performance or cause a malfunction.
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WARNING
DANGER!
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.
WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result
in damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or
death.
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General information about the VX-3000d Series Home Theater
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Advanced configuration instructions 74
Troubleshooting tips 86
Specifications for the VX-3000d Series Home Theater Projector
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Introduction
The VX-3000d Series Home Theater Projector and DHD Controller is Runco’s newest,
most affordable VideoXtreme™ projection system. Feature-rich and performance-heavy,
the VX-3000d offers a native 1080p resolution DLP™ light engine with Runco’s powerful
SuperOnyx™ technology for bright, flawless images.
Featuring high-end components, such as O-Path™ light path enhancement technology
and AxiShift™ multidirectional lens shift capability, the VX-3000d perfectly projects from
movie players, digital television and a myriad of other sources all in beautiful
high-definition.
Runco’s advanced Vivix™ digital video processing is included to enhance picture quality
from standard video sources, as well as provide artifact-free scaling. Also included are
discrete input source, aspect ratio, power on/off, HDMI™ input and an RS-232 interface
for seamless integration with automation control systems.
All models feature a precision optics package with electronic lens shift. The standard
VX-3000d projection lens has a throw range of from 1.87 to 2.20 times the screen width.
The VX-3000d
which to choose offering throw distances ranging from 1.06 to 4.80 times the screen
width. Electronic focus and zoom controls further simplify installation and setup of a
VX-3000d
The VX-3000d's illumination system provides two light intensity levels to allow maximum
flexibility for screen size, ambient light conditions, brightness and contrast balance, and
lamp life preservation. It also has a newly refined cooling system, which increases
efficiency and reduces noise levels.
Ultra provides even greater installation flexibility, with five lens options from
Ultra.
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The VX-3000d has been engineered to comply with Imaging Science Foundation™ (ISF)
standards for maximum home theater image quality. Runco's sophisticated parameters
for white balance and color gamut control have also been implemented for precise
balance of gray scale and color. The VX-3000d incorporates Runco-proprietary
de-interlacing technology that provides exceptional scaling and film-to-video (3:2
pulldown) conversion for the most artifact-free images possible.
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1.3 Description, Features and Benefits
For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope”
(2.35:1) format, the VX-3000d can be equipped with Runco’s patent-pending CineWide™
technology, a combination of software, electronics and high-quality anamorphic optics.
CineWide maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater.
When a viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to 2.35:1, the image simply
gets wider while full height is maintained. Also available with the VX-3000d is CineWide
with AutoScope™, an enhanced, remote-controlled motorized version of CineWide.
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CineWide requires the use of a 2.35:1 or similar aspect ratio superwide
format screen.
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Key Features and Benefits The VX-3000d offers these key features and benefits:
Parts List Your VX-3000d is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,
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• Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)
• DLP system using SuperOnyx™ Digital Micromirror Device (DMD)
• 6-segment color wheel produces wide dynamic range and rich grayscale
• Two (2) HDMI Inputs (on DHD Controller) with High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP)
• HDTV Compatible
• Reflectance Volume Regulation (RVR™) provides for infinitely variable adjustment of the
light path through the optics, enabling the perfect balance of black and white levels for
each individual installation
• CinOptx™ Proteus lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility
(VX-3000d
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please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO.
• VX-3000d Series Home Theater Projector and DHD Controller
• Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries
• AC Power Cords (North America), 8.2 feet (2.5 meters)
• HDMI-to-HDMI Cable, sold separately (refer to Optional Accessories, below)
• RJ-11 Telephone Cable, 50 feet (15.24 meters)
• Rack-mount hardware for the DHD Controller
• Runco VX-3000d Quick Setup Guide
Optional Accessories:
• Ceiling mount kit (part number 956-0099-00)
• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)
• CineWide™ with AutoScope™ system (secondary anamorphic lens and motorized
mount)
• HDMI-to-HDMI Cable, length specified at time of order:
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• 16.4 feet (5.0 meters) (part number 903-1010-00)
• 24.6 feet (7.5 meters) (part number 903-1011-00)
• 32.8 feet (10.0 meters) (part number 903-1012-00)
• 49.2 feet (15.0 meters) (part number 903-1013-00)
• 65.6 feet (20.0 meters) (part number 903-1014-00)
Ultra only)
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2. Controls and Functions
Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key VX-3000d components.
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2.1 VX-3000d at a Glance
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Figure 2-1. VX-3000d Front/Side/Top View
1. EXHAUST VENT
2. ZOOM TAB (Standard VX-3000d)
Use this to change the projected image size with a standard VX-3000d. (Use the
remote control unit to adjust the zoom with an VX-3000d
3. TOP IR SENSOR
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4. TEMP LED
Indicates fan status and internal temperature as follows:
• Off during normal operation
• Red when internal temperature is too high or a fan failure occurs
5. INTAKE VENT
6. POWER/STANDBY LED
Indicates power status as follows:
• Orange when the projector is in standby mode
• Flashes green for approximately 45 seconds after the projector is turned on to
indicate that the lamp is warming up
• Green during normal operation
• Flashes orange for approximately 110 seconds after the projector is turned off to
indicate that the lamp is cooling down
• Red when an internal failure requiring service has occurred
7. LAMP LED
Indicates lamp status as follows:
• Off during normal operation
• Red when the lamp has exceeded its usage life or developed a problem
8. RUNCO LOGO
The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted)
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and
rotate it 180 degrees.
9. FRONT IR SENSOR
10. FOCUS RING (Standard VX-3000d)
To adjust the focus, grasp the lens by the outer ring and rotate it. (Use the remote
control unit to adjust the focus with an VX-3000d
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Figure 2-2. VX-3000d Rear/Bottom/Side View
1. RUNCO LOGO
The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted)
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and
rotate it 180 degrees.
2. CABLE OPENING
Pass cables through this opening.
3. CABLE ACCESS DOOR
Open to access connectors.
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4. LAMP MODULE COVER
Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.
5. FRONT/REAR ADJUSTERS
Use these to adjust the projector height or projection angle.
6. CEILING MOUNT HOLES
Use these to attach the ceiling bracket to the projector.
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2.2 VX-3000d Rear Panel
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Figure 2-3 shows the VX-3000d rear panel.
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Figure 2-3. VX-3000d Rear Panel
1. DHD INPUT
An HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting the HDMI output from the DHD
Controller.
2. RS-232 CONTROL PORT
Connect the Display Control output on the DHD Controller to this input (see Figure
2-5).
3. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the VX-3000d to power here.
4. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Disconnects or applies power to the VX-3000d.
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Figure 2-4 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the
paragraphs that follow describe them.
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Lights blue to indicate that the controller is on or powering up.
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2. IR SENSOR
Receives IR commands from the remote control.
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3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected
menu or – if no menu is selected – the connected display device model, current
source, input resolution and aspect ratio.
4. ON/STANDBY BUTTON
Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to
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standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access
buttons on the remote control.
5. LEFT BUTTON
Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the OSD. When no menu
is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles through the different sources, in this
order:
HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - SCART - HD 2 - HD 1 - Component - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 Composite
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6. DOWN BUTTON
Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the OSD. When
no menu is present on-screen, this button toggles through the different aspect ratios,
in this order:
16:9 - 4:3 - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtual Cinema - Native
Virtual Cinema is available only on the VX-3000d/CineWide or
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aspect ratios, refer to
Table 4-1.
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7. RIGHT BUTTON
Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cursor right in the OSD. When no
menus are present on-screen, the RIGHT button toggles through the different
sources, in this order:
Composite Video - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component - HD 1 - HD 2 - SCART HDMI
1 - HDMI 2
8. MENU BUTTON
Press the MENU button to bring up the main menu, or to exit the current menu and
return to the previous one.
9. UP BUTTON
Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the OSD. When no
menus are present on-screen, the UP button toggles through aspect ratios in the
following order:
Native - Virtual Cinema - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - 4:3 - 16:9
10. ENTER BUTTON
When an item is highlighted on the OSD, the ENTER button selects the item.
11. STANDBY LED
Lights amber when the DHD Controller is in standby mode; otherwise it is off.
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Connect this to the DHD Input on the VX-3000d (see Figure 2-2).
2. Display Control
Connect this to the RS-232 input on the VX-3000d, using the provided
communication cable.
3. TRIGGERS
Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices such as retractable
screens, screen masks or a CineWide with AutoScope system. Output current is
limited to 250 milliamperes (mA).
A standard, USB Series “B” connection to a personal computer. (For future use.)
5. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (Digital)
HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting an HDMI or DVI source.
6. HD1 / HD2 (5 x Analog BNCs)
Two inputs (five BNCs per input) for connecting standard-definition (SD = 480i/576i),
enhanced-definition (ED = 480p/576p) or high-definition (HD = 720p/1080i/1080p)
component video sources, or RGBHV sources such as personal computers.
7. Component / SCART (5 x RCA connectors)
SD/HD input for connecting SDTV, EDTV or HDTV component video sources, or
RGBHV sources. Also provides RGB input for SCART RGBS sources.
8. Video
Standard, composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder or other
composite video source. Also provides composite sync input for SCART RGBS
sources.
9. S-Video 1 / S-Video 2
Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super
VHS (S-VHS) VCR.
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Outputs1. HDMI Out
Inputs4. USB
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10. IR
Wired input from a Niles- or Xantech-compatible, infrared (IR) repeater system. It is a
3.5-mm, mini phono jack, wired as follows:
Ring = No connection
Tip = IR Input
Sleeve = Ground
11. RS-232 / RS-485
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or automation/control
system. (Currently, only RS-232 interface is supported.)
12. MAIN AC FUSE
This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow).
13. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller.
14. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the DHD Controller to power here.
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2.5 VX-3000d Remote Control Unit
Figure 2-6 shows the VX-3000d 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 menu is present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through the
available aspect ratios, in this order:
UP Button = Native - Virtual Cinema - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - 4:3 - 16:9
DOWN Button = 16:9 - 4:3 - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtual Cinema -
Native
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Virtual Cinema is available only on the VX-3000d/CineWide. For
more information about aspect ratios, refer to
Table 4-1.
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Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in
this order:
LEFT Button = HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - SCART - HD 2 - HD 1 - Component - S-Video 2 S-Video 1 - Composite
RIGHT Button = Composite Video - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component - HD 1 HD
2 - SCART - HDMI 1 - HDMI 2
5. RETURN / EXIT
Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one.
6. LIGHT
Press to illuminate the buttons.
7. MENU
Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return
to the previous one.
8. VIDEO (1)
Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric
character
9. COMP (Component) (2)
Press to select Component/SCART video input as the source or to enter the numeric
character “2.”
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10. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons
Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters,
as follows:
16:9 (3)
For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.
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 16:9 screen.
V-WIDE (VirtualWide)
Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.
CINEMA
For viewing 2.35:1 source material.
SVC (CineWide-equipped projectors only)
Selects the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio, used for viewing 16:9 source material on a
2.35:1 screen.
11. 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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12. 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.”
13. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (0)
Press to select a Digital Video input. Press HDMI 2 to enter the numeric character
“0.”
14. Memory Preset Buttons:
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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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