Runco X-200i User Manual

I NSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL

XtremeProjection™ Series

X-200i

Active 3D Home Theater Projector

X-200i

X-200i/CineWide

X-200i/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 Limited Warranty is provided free of charge by Runco International, LLC (“Runco”) with the purchase of a covered Runco
product. This Limited Warranty is applicable to all Runco projectors, processors, LCD display and plasma display products,
with the exception of the following models: XP-103DHD, SC-1 and SC-1a1. This Limited Warranty applies to purchases of
covered Runco products occurring on or after June 1, 2011.

RuncoCare™ Limited Warranty Coverage

Runco warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period provided below. If
a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, Runco will repair the product, replace
the product with a substantially similar new or like-new product, or refund a prorated share of the purchase price (calculated
based on the remainder of the warranty period and the then-current, most-recent MSRP2 of a similar product), if repair or
replacement of the product is determined by Runco to not be feasible.

Length of RuncoCare™ Warranty Period

Runco products are warranted for two (2) years from the date of shipment from Runco. Lamps are warranted six (6) months
from the date of shipment or 1000 hours of use, whichever comes first. A replacement lamp is warranted for the remaining
portion (if any) of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days from the date it was shipped to you, whichever is longer. All
other accessories, which include but are not limited to cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens cap and other peripherals sold
with the Runco product, are warranted for ninety (90) days from the date of shipment.

RuncoCare™ Eligibility

This Limited Warranty is valid only in the country where the Product was originally purchased and for the buyer who originally
purchased the covered product from the authorized Runco dealer or distributor. This warranty is not transferable; it is not valid
for any subsequent buyer (if any). 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 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™ Standard Claim Procedure

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

A. Register your product if you have not yet done so. Visit http://www.runco.com/support/product-registration/ to

register the product.

B. Contact your original authorized dealer or distributor who sold the product.

C. The dealer/distributor will contact Runco Technical Support via email at [e-mail] or via phone at 1-800-

23-RUNCO (1-800-237-8626).

• The dealer/distributor will provide to Runco proof of purchase, serial number, product model number, description of the
problem and any troubleshooting steps already attempted.

• Runco’s technical support staff will attempt to assist the dealer/distributor in troubleshooting any technical issues that might
be causing the product to malfunction. If Runco is unable to resolve the problem through troubleshooting, a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number will be issued for the exchange of the defective product if it is determined that the claim is
covered by the warranty. Once an RMA has been created, RMA status is available at [e-mail].

• If an RMA is issued, the dealer or customer will need to return the defective product to the Runco repair depot location
specified by the Runco technical support representative. The dealer or customer will need to properly package the defective
product in a suitable shipping container consisting of the product only, and not include any accessories (e.g., cables,
remotes, carrying cases, lens, lens cap and other peripherals). Boxes may be purchased from a Runco technical support
representative.

• The dealer or customer is responsible for paying freight charges and insurance to ship the defective product to the Runco
repair depot location. If there are any shipping damages, the dealer or customer will need to address and resolve any
shipping damage claims directly with the shipping company.

• Runco will not accept a returned product unless an RMA has been issued by Runco.

• For in-warranty repairs, Runco will pay freight charges to return the repaired/replacement product to the dealer/distributor
from the Runco repair depot. For select countries or geographies Runco will ship via an economy express service. Return
delivery time and availability may vary based on origin and destination, and Runco is unable to deliver to PO Box and FPO
Box addresses.

• Note: in the 48 contiguous United States, other options for on-site service or advance exchange for the product may apply,
if you purchased the Runco PremierCare™ Service Plan.

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What to Include with Your Return

1. Return only the defective product with the lamp (if applicable).

2. Runco will not be responsible for returning or replacing any accessories (e.g., cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens, lens

cap and other peripherals sold with the Runco product) that are returned with the defective product.

3. Repaired or replacement products will be shipped with a lamp (if applicable) but without any accessories.

RuncoCare™ Warranty Exclusions

This Limited Warranty does not include and 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

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4. Damage, deterioration, or malfunction resulting from:

A. Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, improper ventilation, fire, water, disaster, lightning, or other acts of nature, smoke

exposure (cigarette or otherwise), unauthorized product modification (including use of an unauthorized mount), or
failure to follow instructions supplied with the product

B. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Runco

C. Any damage to the product due to shipment

D. Removal or installation of the product

E. Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure

F. Use of supplies or parts (including lamps) that are not purchased from Runco or do not meet Runco’s specifications

G. Normal wear and tear

H. Expected lamp degradation and normal decrease in lamp output over a period of time or as the lamp is consumed

I. Customer caused defects, including but not limited to, scratched/defaced/altered plastics

J. Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlined in the product’s user guide where a schedule is specified for

regular cleaning of the product

K. Opening the product and/or tampering with internal circuitry

L. Products lost, stolen or discarded

M. Any damage or dissatisfaction associated with latent images, “burnin,” or any other damage determined by Runco to

be the result of customer use patterns

N. Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect in material or workmanship

5. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges are excluded from the warranty.

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

specifications for the product.

7. Bright or dark sub pixels that are characteristic of LCD technology and considered by Runco to be acceptable and within

Runco’s manufacturing specifications.

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

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Other Terms and Conditions

1. If the defective product is not properly packaged and is damaged in transit during its return to Runco, you may be invoiced

for either the repair costs, if repairable, or the MSRP of a replacement product and shipping costs incurred by Runco.

2. The repaired or replaced product will assume the remainder of your original product’s warranty term or 90 days from the

date the repaired or replaced product is shipped, whichever is longer.

3. If a replacement product is sent, the replacement becomes the property of the customer and the defective product

becomes the property of Runco.

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RuncoCare™ Extended Service Options

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

Exclusion of Implied Warranties

RUNCO PROVIDES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THIS
DOCUMENT. RUNCO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF TITLE, NONINFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Limitation of Liability; Exclusion of Damages

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RUNCO’S MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE
PRODUCT.

RUNCO WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY OR FOR 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 OR FINANCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF
RUNCO IS AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AND EVEN IF A REMEDY HAS FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE.

RUNCO WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR
ANY OTHER TYPE OF DAMAGES, WHETHER THE CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, PRODUCT LIABILITY,
NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY.

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

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Effect of Local Law

This Limited 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.

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COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

© Copyright 2012 Runco International, LLC (“Runco”). This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright,
trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of Runco.

The trademarks reproduced in this Runco Owner’s Manual and used on the Runco Products are either owned by Runco or are
licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco.

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

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Important Safety Instructions

Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video product! For the best performance, please read this manual carefully
as it is your guide through the menus and operation.

WARNING

CAUTION

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOTOPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

CAUTION:

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

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7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider

than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is
provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of
the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point

where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in

any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. 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.

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IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR 3D VIEWING:

Please read and make sure you understand the following safety information before using the product for viewing 3D content.
Provide this information to the end users of this product and ensure that they understand it.

WARNING

It is widely recognized that stereographic display devices can cause discomfort, including, without
limitation, dizziness, nausea, headaches, eye fatigue and eye-strain, in some individuals.
effect and experience will vary by individual, depending on a variety of factors, including his or her
health and vision.
playing games using stereoscopic displays.
young children should ensure their children avoid extensive exposure to electronic stereographic
entertainment.

Runco recommends that users take regular breaks when watching 3D video or

Discontinue use if any discomfort occurs. Parents of

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The quality and appropriateness of the 3D screen materials onto which the image is projected and
the quality of the 3D content being displayed both have a significant and noticeable impact on the
overall 3D experience.
optimized third-party screen, displaying high-quality 3D content is the best formula for immersive
and comfortable 3D experiences in the home.
proper projector installation and usage instructions.

The glasses that accompany this product are not safe to use as sunglasses, protective eyewear or
any use outdoors or other than only in conjunction with the proper operation of the Runco product
with which they are sold.
the immersive imagery of stereoscopic imagery can increase the risk of tripping or falling the dark.
Special care should be taken.

A properly-calibrated projection system, including glasses and an

Please refer to the remainder of this manual for

It is common to dim the lights in a home theater. Using 3D glasses and

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Compliance Information

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:

Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, LLC

Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992

hereby declares that the Products’ Model Numbers:

X-200i, X-200i/CineWide and X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope

conform with the provisions of:

Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;

EN 55022 “Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology equipment”
1998;

EN 55024 “Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology equipment” 1998;

Including:

• EN 61000-4-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 2:

Electrostatic discharge immunity test”

• EN 61000-4-3 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 3: Radiated,

Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test”

• EN 61000-4-4 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 4: Electrical

fast transient/burst immunity test”

• EN 61000-4-5 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 5: Surge

immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-6 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 6: Conducted

disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-8 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 8: Conducted

disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test"

• EN 61000-4-11 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 11: Voltage

dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests"

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And:

• EN 61000-3-2 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment

input current up to and including 16 A per phase)" 2000;

• EN 61000-3-3 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 3: Limitations of voltage changes, voltage

fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A
and not subject to conditional connection" 1995;

Council Directive 2006/95/EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety;

EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”

The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Runco International,
LLC, located at 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992.

Date of Declaration: September 2012

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FCC PART 15:

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

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003):

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

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

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PRODUCT DISPOSAL:

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The Product contains small amounts of tin, lead and/or mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to
environmental considerations.

IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be
hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws.

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For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG.

For lamp specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.

DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applicable throughout the European
Union and other European countries with separate collection programs)

This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be treated as
household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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1Table of Contents

RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ................................................... iii

Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................... vii

Compliance Information ................................................................................................ ix

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

X-200i at a Glance ........................................................................................................ 5

X-200i Rear Panel ........................................................................................................ 7

Controls and Indicators ................................................................................................9

X-200i Remote Control ............................................................................................... 10

X-200i Active 3D Emitter ............................................................................................12

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

Remote Control ..........................................................................................................13

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

Notes on Remote Control Operation ..................................................................... 13

Quick Setup ...............................................................................................................15

Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................16

Installation Type ....................................................................................................16

Ambient Light .......................................................................................................17

Throw Distance..................................................................................................... 17

Vertical and Horizontal Position ............................................................................. 19

Lens Shift ............................................................................................................. 19

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

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

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Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount ..............................................................23

Installing the Lens Motor (X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope) ................................24

Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (Prismatic Anamorphic Lens)..................26

Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (Cylindrical Anamorphic Lens) ................27

Mounting the X-200i ...................................................................................................28

Floor Mounting (Upright) ....................................................................................... 28

Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) .................................................................................... 28

Adjusting the Projection Angle ..............................................................................28

Connections to the X-200i ..........................................................................................29

Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................29

Connecting Source Components to the X-200i..................................................... 30

RS-232 Controller Connection ..............................................................................33

Connecting an External IR Receiver to the Projector ............................................. 34

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment ....................... 34

Connecting the Active 3D Emitter to the Projector ................................................35

Connecting to AC Power ...................................................................................... 35

Turning on the Power ................................................................................................. 36

Lens Adjustments ...................................................................................................... 37

Focus and Zoom .................................................................................................. 37

Lens Shift ............................................................................................................. 37

Changing the OSD Language .....................................................................................38

Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................ 39

Rear Projection ..................................................................................................... 39

Ceiling Mode.........................................................................................................39

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Whitney (Prismatic) Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment.........................45

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4. Operation .................................................................................................................49

Selecting Video Memory ............................................................................................. 49

Selecting an Aspect Ratio ..........................................................................................49

Selecting An Input Source .......................................................................................... 49

Using the On-Screen Menus ......................................................................................50

Main ..................................................................................................................... 52

Image ...................................................................................................................59

Advanced Image................................................................................................... 63

System ................................................................................................................. 68

Control .................................................................................................................70

Service ................................................................................................................. 71

Using the 3D Glasses .................................................................................................73

Key Features.........................................................................................................73

Functional Overview.............................................................................................. 73

Charging the Battery .............................................................................................74

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Turning On the Glasses ........................................................................................ 75

Auto Power-Off..................................................................................................... 75

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 77

Lamp Replacement .................................................................................................... 77

Troubleshooting Tips .................................................................................................. 78

6. External Control ......................................................................................................81

Serial Communications ............................................................................................... 81

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ..........................................................81

Command Format ................................................................................................ 81

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RS-232 Error Codes ............................................................................................. 91

Using Discrete IR Codes ............................................................................................ 92

IR Command Protocol .......................................................................................... 92

Using HDMI CEC Messages ....................................................................................... 93

CEC Command List.............................................................................................. 93

7. Specifications ..........................................................................................................95

X-200i Specifications .................................................................................................. 95

X-200i Dimensions ..................................................................................................... 97

Supported Timings ..................................................................................................... 98

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1List of Figures

2-1. X-200i Key Functional Components .............................................................................5

2-2. X-200i Rear View (without Door) ................................................................................... 7

3-1. IR Reception Angles ................................................................................................... 14

3-2. Estimating Throw Distance .........................................................................................17

3-3. Projector Placement ................................................................................................... 19

3-4. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) ............................................................................... 19

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3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)...........................................................................20

3-6. Folded Optics............................................................................................................. 22

3-7. X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly – Exploded View.......................... 24

3-8. Connecting the AutoScope Lens Transport Motor to the Projector ............................. 25

3-9. Projector with Whitney (Prismatic) Lens Base Plate - Bottom View ............................. 26

3-10. X-200i/CineWide with McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate and

Ceiling Mounting Rails - Bottom View ......................................................................... 27

3-11. HDMI/DVI Source Connections ................................................................................ 30

3-12. RGB Connection ...................................................................................................... 31

3-13. Component Video Connections................................................................................32

3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection......................................................................... 33

3-15. External IR Receiver Connection............................................................................... 34

3-16. 12-Volt Trigger Output Connection........................................................................... 34

3-17. Active 3D Emitter Connection ................................................................................... 35

3-18. Cylindrical Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View........................... 40

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3-19. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring ..................................................... 41

3-20. Prismatic Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View ............................45

4-1. X-200i OSD Menu Structure ....................................................................................... 51

4-2. X-200i Main Menu ...................................................................................................... 52

4-3. Overscan Examples.................................................................................................... 57

4-4. X-200i Image Menu .................................................................................................... 59

4-5. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ......................................................... 60

4-6. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast .......................................................... 61

4-7. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................62

4-8. X-200i Advanced Image Menu ...................................................................................63

4-9. CIE 1931 Color Coordinate Diagram and Effect of PCE Hue and Saturation

Controls ..................................................................................................................... 67

4-10. X-200i System Menu ................................................................................................ 68

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4-11. X-200i Service Menu ................................................................................................71

6-1. NEC Protocol Message Format .................................................................................. 92

7-1. X-200i Dimensions ..................................................................................................... 97

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Introduction

1. Introduction

This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco
XtremeProjection™ Series X-200i Active 3D Home Theater Projector.

Throughout this manual, the Runco XtremeProjection™ Series X-200i Active 3D Home
Theater Projector is referred to as the “X-200i.”

most out of the X-200i.

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

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

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

• Remote control and keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for
example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”

• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type op

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

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

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

aspect = 1 <Enter>. ”

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

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

Introduction

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

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

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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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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
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General information about the XtremeProjection™ Series X-200i
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Advanced configuration instructions 63

Troubleshooting tips 78

Specifications for the XtremeProjection™ Series X-200i Active 3D
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Introduction

Runco’s XtremeProjection™ Series X-200i Active 3D Home Theater Projector — the
flagship member of the XtremeProjection series — is a single-chip DLP projector that,
uncalibrated, measures 1,430 ANSI lumens and when calibrated to Runco’s CSMS™
specifications, achieves a light output of 50 Foot-Lamberts (fL). Featuring integrated
processing and multiple lens options, the 3D-capable X-200i comes equipped with three
pairs of active 3D glasses and relies on frame-sequential 3D technology to ensure that
users can enjoy 2D and 3D content on the same screen, with full 1080p HD resolution
delivered to both eyes.

Designed specifically for the custom installer who specializes in high-end theaters and
appreciates craftsmanship and video quality, the X-200i brings big screen experiences to
the home. The X-200i relies on a combination of state-of-the-art, DLP-based
SuperOnyx™ technology and proprietary electronics, processing and optics to deliver
stunning images in both 2D and 3D. The X-200i incorporates the ISF™ (Imaging Science
Foundation) calibration suite for optimal performance, including ISF Day and ISF Night
presets for the ultimate video performance any time of day.

For unparalleled widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the
CinemaScope™ 2.35:1 format, the X-200i can also be paired with Runco’s
award-winning CineWide™ technology. Through an ingenious combination of software,
electronics and precision anamorphic optics, CineWide maintains constant image height
on the screen just as in a movie theater. When a viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9)
program material to superwide 2.35:1, the image simply gets wider while image height is
maintained.

With Runco CineWide, the projection system is able to use the full pixel array, thereby
producing a 2.35:1 image with enhanced resolution and increased brightness. No
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Rounding out this impressive projector are discrete input source, aspect ratio and power
on/off, as well as an RS-232 interface for seamless integration with automation control
systems.

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 X-200i offers these key features and benefits:

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

• DLP system using high-performance Digital Micromirror Device (DMD)

• Customized color wheel produces wide dynamic range and rich grayscale

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

• HDMI 1.4a Full-HD 3D Support

• HDTV Compatible

• Very high optical contrast

• Horizontal and vertical lens shift

Parts List Your X-200i is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,

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

• XtremeProjection™ Series X-200i Active 3D Home Theater Projector

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

• AC Power Cords (North America, Europe, United Kingdom)

• Cleaning Cloth

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

• Active 3D Emitter and projector interface cable, 3.28 feet (1.0 meters)

• Active 3D Glasses (3 pairs)

• Runco X-200i Quick Setup Guide

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Optional Accessories:

• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)

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

• Additional 3D glasses

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

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

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• Long-throw primary lens, 2.40:1-4.00:1 (part number 160-0774-00)

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2. Controls and Functions

Figure 2-1 shows the key X-200i functional components.

Projection Lens

Focus Ring

IR Sensor

Zoom Control/

Lens Lock

IR Sensor

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Exhaust Vent

Figure 2-1. X-200i Key Functional Components

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Vertical

Lens Shift

Control

Intake Vent

Horizontal
Lens Shift
Control

Controls and Functions

• PROJECTION LENS
Available in three versions: standard throw range (1.85:1 to 2.40:1), short throw range
(1.56:1 to 1.86:1) and long throw range (2.40:1 to 4.00:1).

• IR SENSORS
Two sensors on the front of the projector receive infrared signals from the remote
control unit.

• FOCUS RING
Rotate this to focus the projected image.

• ZOOM CONTROL / LENS LOCK
Move this from side to side to change the projected image size. To lock the position of
the lens, tighten the knob with a flat-blade screwdriver.

• REAR DOOR
Open this door to access the lamp compartment, input panel and system keypad (refer
to

X-200i Rear Panel on page 7).

• HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL LENS SHIFT CONTROLS
To use the lens shift controls, first ensure that the lens lock is not engaged. Then, insert
the included 5.0-mm Hex wrench into the opening and turn it as needed to shift the
lens in the desired direction (refer to Lens Adjustments on page 37).

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Caution

• EXHAUST VENTS
Warm air exits the projector through these vents. Ensure that they are not blocked.

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

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Do not attempt any lens adjustments when the lens lock is
engaged. Doing so may cause damage to the zoom or lens shift

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2.2 X-200i Rear Panel

HDMI 1

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USB

RS-232

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HDMI 2

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12V TRIGGER

3D SYNC

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1. LAMP COMPARTMENT COVER

Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment when replacing the lamp.

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2. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

Connect the X-200i to power here.

3. TRIGGER 1 (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)

TRIGGER 2 (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)

Provide 12 (+/- 1.5) volt switched output for screen relays with 250mA current
capacity and short protection.

4. WIRED REMOTE

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

5. HDMI 1 (Digital)

HDMI 2 (Digital)

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

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6. RS-232

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

7. RGB

Provides a standard, 15-pin VGA-style connection to either an RGB or component
high-definition source, or to a personal computer. The X-200i automatically detects
the input signal resolution.

8. USB

A standard, Type A USB connector for performing firmware upgrades. Can also
provide power to a 3D emitter.

9. COMPONENT 2

Three BNCs for connecting component (YPbPr) video sources.

10. COMPONENT 1 (RCA connectors)

Standard- or high-definition (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p) Component
(YPrPb) input for connecting a DVD/HD-DVD/BD player, HD set-top box or other
SD/HD source.

11. SYSTEM KEYPAD AND LED INDICATORS

Provides an alternative to using the remote control unit to navigate the On-Screen
Display (OSD) controls (refer to

12. 3D SYNC

A 3-pin, VESA standard mini-DIN connector for connecting the Active 3D Emitter to
the projector (see

Figure 3-17).

Controls and Indicators on page 9).

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Controls and Functions

An eight-button keypad on the projector rear panel provides an alternative to the remote
control unit for controlling the projector.

Two LEDs next to the keypad provide visual indications of the current operational state of
the projector. During normal operation, both of these LEDs are off.

1. MENU

Press this button to show or
hide the OSD controls.

2. LEFT ( )

Use this button to move the
cursor left in the OSD.

3. SELECT

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

4. UP ( )

Use this button to move the
cursor left in the OSD.

5. RIGHT ( )

Use this button to move the cursor right in the OSD.

6. SOURCE

Press this button repeatedly to select a video source.

7. POWER

Press once to turn on the X-200i. Press it again to put the projector into Standby
mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on
the remote control (see

8. DOWN ( )

Use this button to move the cursor down in the OSD.

X-200i Remote Control on page 10).

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9. ISSUE LED (Red)
Indicates various error conditions, as follows:
– Flashes once to indicate a lamp problem (unable to strike, end of life); user
intervention likely to fix problem.
– Flashes twice in quick succession to indicate that the lamp door is open.
– Flashes four times in quick succession to indicate an “over temperature” condition;
user intervention (clear vents, turn on AC) may fix problem.
– Lights solid to indicate an error that requires servicing (fan fail, Power-on self-test fail
etc.).
– During normal operation, this LED is off.

10. POWER LED (Blue)
– Lights solid to indicate that the projector is in standby mode, ready to start.
– Flashes (one half-second on/one half-second off) for approximately 90 seconds
after the system is turned on (warm-up) or turned off (cool-down).
– During normal operation, this LED is off.

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2.4

X-200i Remote Control

1. ON

Use this button to turn the projector
on.

2. OFF

Use this button to turn the projector
off.

3. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons

Press one of these buttons to select
an aspect ratio:

16 : 9: For viewing 16:9 DVDs or
HDTV programs in their native aspect
ratio.
4 : 3: Scales the input signal to fit 4:3
sources in the center of the screen.
LETBOX (Letterbox): For viewing
non-anamorphic (“full-screen”) DVDs
on a 16:9 screen.
V-WIDE (VirtualWide): Enlarges a
4:3 image horizontally in a non-linear
fashion to fit a 16:9 full screen
display.
CINEMA: For viewing 2.35:1 source
material.
V-CINE (Virtual Cinema): Selects
the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio, used
for viewing 16:9 source material on a

2.35:1 screen.

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4. Cursor Keys ( , , , )

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

ENTER

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

5. MENU

Press this button to show or hide the OSD controls.

6. Aspect Ratio Selection Button

Press this button repeatedly to select an aspect ratio.

7. Source Selection Buttons (1-5):

Press to select a video source. These buttons are assigned as follows: 1 = HDMI 1;
2 = HDMI 2; 3 = Component 1; 4 = Component 2; 5 = RGB.

8. Contrast

Press to adjust white level.

For more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.

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9. Brightness
Press to adjust black level.

10. Memory Preset Buttons:

ISF NIGHT

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

ISF DAY

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

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.

11. 3D Mode Selection Buttons:

3D AUTO
Press to set the 3D Mode to Auto.

3D SBS (Side-by-Side)
Press to set the 3D Mode to 3D Side-by-Side.

3D TAB (Top-and-Bottom)
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Press momentarily to activate remote backlighting.

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2.5

X-200i Active 3D Emitter

The Active 3D Emitter, shown below, receives a left/right synchronization signal from the
projector and transmits it to the Active 3D Glasses worn by the viewers. This signal
precisely controls when left and right fields are visible through the glasses.

The Active 3D Emitter has the following
functional components:

1. LED Indicators

Five (5), multi-colored LEDs indicate
modes of operation. During normal
operation, all five LEDs are off.

2. Joystick

Use this to enable various modes and
change settings.

3. USB Port

A USB “Micro B“ port for connecting
to a PC to perform software upgrades.

4. 3D SYNC IN

Connect the 3D SYNC output from
the projector (see
input, using the supplied cable.

For more information configuring the emitter to work with the 3D glasses, refer to Using
the 3D Glasses on page 73.

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3. Installation

To install batteries in the remote control:

1. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.

2. Install two AA batteries with the correct polarity.

3. Replace the cover.

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

• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid

damage from battery leakage.

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

• In most situations, you can simply point the remote control at the screen which will

reflect the IR signal from the remote back toward the IR receiver on the projector. In
some cases, however, ambient conditions may prevent this. If so, point the remote
control at the projector and try again.

• If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the

batteries with new ones.

• The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright

sunlight or fluorescent lighting.

• During 3D operation, the remote control response may be adversely affected by

interference from the Active
projector during 3D operation. In some cases, it may be better to use the projector
keypad when viewing 3D content.

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

Notes on Remote Control Operation

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• The projector’s front IR receivers have a range of approximately 40 feet (12.19 meters).
Figure 3-1 shows the reception angles of the IR receivers.

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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the X-200i installation process. The sections following
this one provide detailed instructions.

Note

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Step Procedure

Choose a location for the projector 16

1

Install CineWide lens mounting assembly (stationary base plate or

2

AutoScope lens motor – optional)

Mount the projector 28

3

Connect signal sources to the X-200i 30

4

Connect external controller to RS-232 port; connect IR repeater

5

system to wired remote input (optional)

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

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Connect the Active 3D Emitter to the projector 35

Apply power to the projector 35

Primary lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom), position
(shift) and focus

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Change the OSD Language (optional) 38

For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select the
proper picture orientation

Install and adjust secondary anamorphic lens (optional) 39

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

• Aspect ratio

•Brightness

•Contrast

• Color level

•Tint

• Input position

Prepare Active 3D Glasses for use and test with 3D source mate­rial

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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.

inverted mount.

Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

Table 3-2 compares these various installation methods.

Advantages Considerations

Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

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• Easy to set up

• Can be moved or changed quickly

• Easy to access

Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Does not take up audience space

• Projector is unobtrusive

• Projector cannot be accidentally moved

Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation

• Projector is completely hidden

• Projector is easily accessed

• Usually good ambient light rejection

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• Installation is more permanent

• Projector access is more difficult

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

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• Requires less space behind screen than
other rear screen installations

Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

• Requires separate room

• Installation cost is usually higher

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images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft

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of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed
out and less vibrant.

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.

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

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Estimating Throw Distance

hrow Distance (TD) =

Screen Width (w) x Lens Throw Ratio

Screen width (w)

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

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Table 3-3 lists the available X-200i Series lens options and their associated throw ratios.

Table 3-3. X-200i Lens Options and Throw Ratios (Note)

Projector Model

X-200i + Standard
Lens

X-200i/CineWide
(Whitney Lens)

X-200i/CineWide
(McKinley Lens)

X-200i/CineWide
with AutoScope +
Standard

X-200i +
Short-Throw
Primary Lens

X-200i/CineWide
(McKinley Lens) +
Short-Throw
Primary Lens

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Primary Lens

Throw Range in

Throw

Ratio with

Primary

Lens Only

1.85 – 2.40 199.80 259.20 (n/a)

inches, with

x 60.75-inch

108

(1.78:1) Screen

Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum

(n/a) 1.85 – 2.40 266.40 345.60

Throw Ratio

with

Primary

Lens and

Anamorphic

Lens

Throw Range in

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1.85 - 2.40 199.80 259.20 1.39 – 1.80 200.16 259.20

1.56 - 1.86 168.48 200.88 (n/a)

(n/a) 1.17 - 1.39 168.48 200.16

1.56 - 1.86 168.48 200.88 1.17 - 1.39 168.48 200.16

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Primary Lens

X-200i/CineWide
(McKinley Lens) +
Long-Throw
Primary Lens

X-200i/CineWide
with AutoScope +
Long-Throw
Primary Lens

Note: Due to normal manufacturing variances, throw distance can vary by up to +/- 5 percent from
these specifications.

2.40 – 4.00 259.20 432.00 (n/a)

(n/a) 1.80 – 3.00 259.20 432.00

2.40 – 4.00 259.20 432.00 1.80 – 3.00 259.20 432.00

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Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular,
perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.

Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way
that the lens center is aligned with either the top or bottom edge of the screen area, and
centered horizontally. See

Ceiling Installation

Height

x

Floor Installation

Height

Lens Center

Figure 3-3.

Projection Distance

Lens CenterLens Center

Screen

Screen

Lens Center

Ceiling

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Vertical and Horizontal Position

x

Figure 3-3. Projector Placement

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

Figure 3-4 and Figure 3-5.

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Screen Center

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

0%

50% Height

Lens Shift

(0.5 x H)

100% Height

Lens Shift

(1.0 x H)

Lens ShiftYou can use the lens shift controls on the projector to center the image on the screen.

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

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100% Width Lens Shift

(1.0 x W)

50% Width Lens Shift

(0.5 x W)

Screen Width (W)

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Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)

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Table 3-4 lists the lens shift limits for each available X-200i lens, as percentages and
absolute measurements with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen.

Table 3-4. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits

Primary Lens Option

Installation

Standard or

Short-Throw Lens

Lens Shift Limits, as Percentages of Screen Height or Width (Note 1)

Vertical

(Note 2)

Horizontal

Lens Shift Limits in Inches, with a 100-by-56 inch (1.78:1) Screen

Vertical

(Note 2)

Horizontal

Notes:

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

2. Vertical lens shift figures are for ceiling mount configurations. For floor installations
(where the projector is upright), reverse the up/down vertical lens shift percentages.

Up 25% 25%

Down 60% 35%

Left 15% 7.5%

Right 15% 7.5%

Up 14.00 14.00

Down 33.60 19.60

Left 15.00 7.50

Right 15.00 7.50

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

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.

Figure 3-6. The position of the projector and

Screen

Figure 3-6. Folded Optics

For best performance, always use “first-surface” mirrors in your

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“second-surface” mirrors with the reflective surface behind a
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Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:

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

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

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If you are installing a standard (non-CineWide) X-200i, skip this step and proceed with
Mounting the X-200i (page 28).

If you are installing an X-200i/CineWide with a “McKinley” (cylindrical)
anamorphic lens, proceed with
Plate (Cylindrical Anamorphic Lens) (page 27).

If you are installing an X-200i/CineWide with a “Whitney” (prismatic)
anamorphic lens, proceed with

Plate (Prismatic Anamorphic Lens) (page 26).

Installing the Fixed CineWide Base

Installing the Fixed CineWide Base

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If you are installing an X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope, proceed as follows to install the
AutoScope lens motor.

Note

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

2. Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly

from what is shown in these instructions.

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projector upside down on a blanket or
other soft surface. Loosen and remove
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Installing the Lens Motor

(X-200i/CineWide with

AutoScope)

Figure 3-7 shows the X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope motor assembly.

CineWide with AutoScope

Ceiling Mt. Adapter/

Projector Stand, Right

Screw, Phillips

Pan-Head,

M6-1.0 x 12mm (14x)

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2

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

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Figure 3-7. X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly – Exploded View

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1. Position the AutoScope lens motor as shown in Figure 3-7.

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

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

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

Installation

Using six (6) each of the supplied, Pan-Head Phillips screws, attach the AutoScope
Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands to the projector as shown in

Figure 3-7.

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DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

Caution

Connecting the AutoScope Lens Motor to the Projector: Connect the AutoScope
lens transport motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the projector, as shown in Figure 3-8.

COMPONENT 1

WIRED REMOTE

WIRED REMOT

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WIRED REMOTE

WIRED REM

RS-232

RS-232

RS-232

RS-2

USB

USB

USB

NEN

NEN

COMPONENT 1

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3D SYNC

III

12V TRIGGER

3D SYNC

12V TRIGGER

3.5-mm
mini plug

HDMI 1

DMI

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

HDMI 2

HDMI

RGB

RGB

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COMPONENT 2

COMPONENT

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+12V

Trigger Input

Power

Switch

AC Input

AuptoScope Lens Transport Motor

Figure 3-8. Connecting the AutoScope Lens Transport Motor to the Projector

After you have installed the AutoScope lens motor, proceed with Mounting the X-200i
(page 28).

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Installing the Fixed

CineWide Base Plate

(Prismatic Anamorphic

Lens)

To install the fixed CineWide base plate on a X-200i/CineWide with a prismatic
anamorphic lens:

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

2. Secure the CineWide base plate and Ceiling Mount Plate (if used) to the projector with
the three, M4
Figure 3-9.

Caution

x 0.7 x 14mm screws provided with the CineWide lens base plate. See

DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

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Figure 3-9. Projector with Whitney (Prismatic) Lens Base Plate - Bottom View

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To install the fixed CineWide base plate on a X-200i/CineWide with a cylindrical
anamorphic lens:

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

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

3. If you are mounting the projector on a ceiling: Line up the three holes on the left

and right mounting rails (included with the projector ceiling mount kit) with those on
the bottom of the projector and CineWide base plate.

4. Secure the CineWide base plate (and ceiling mounting rails, if needed) to the projector
with the Pan-Head Phillips screws provided with the CineWide lens base plate. See
Figure 3-10.

Caution

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

lens base plate.

2. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

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Figure 3-10. X-200i/CineWide with McKinley (Cylindrical) Lens Base Plate and Ceiling Mounting Rails - Bottom View

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3.5 Mounting the X-200i

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

Ceiling Mounting

(Inverted)

Adjusting the Projection

Angle

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.

For fixed installations, and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited
space for projector and audience, you can invert the X-200i and suspend it from the
ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture.

For detailed installation instructions, refer to the documentation provided with the ceiling
mount kit.

If the screen is significantly higher or lower than the projector, you can also tilt the
projector at a slight angle. In a ceiling installation, you do this by adjusting the ceiling
mount.

For a floor installation, turn the adjustable feet at the bottom of the projector to adjust the
projection angle.

If you do this, you may need to vertically shift the image to compensate. For detailed
instructions, refer to

Lens Adjustments on page 37.

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Proceed as follows to connect the X-200i to your video sources, external controller(s) – if
present – and AC power.

When connecting your equipment:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• Use the correct signal cables for each source.

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

• Route all cables through the opening at the bottom of the projector.

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

open the rear door by grasping the
handle and pulling it down and
toward you.

Route cables
through this
opening

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Connector Panel AccessTo access the connector panel,

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3D SYNC

3D SYNC

RS-232

RS-232

USB

USB

COMPONENT 1

COMPONENT 1

12V TRIGGER

III

12V TRIGGER

WIRED REMOTE

WIRED REMOTE

HDMI 2

HDMI 2

RGB

RGB

Y

Y

PbPbPr

Pr

HDMI 1

HDMI 1

POWER

SOURCE

SOURC

POWER

ISSUE

ISSUE

POWER

POWER

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Connecting Source

Components to the X-200i

Connect your video sources to the X-200i as shown and described in the sections that
follow.

HDMI/DVI Connections: See Figure 3-11.

Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest

Tip

video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain
throughout the entire signal path, from source component output
into the projector.

R

POWER

Y

SB

USB

R

NENT
NEN

Y

r

D SYN

D SYN

2V TRIGGER

WIRED REMOTE

2V TRI

POWER

POWER

WIRED REMO

RS-23

RS-232

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Figure 3-11. HDMI/DVI Source Connections

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HDMI

AV OUT

HDMI source

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

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RGB Connection: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source to the RGB

3D SY

RS-232

RS-232

USB

USB

COMPONENT 1

COMPONENT 1

12V TRIGGER

III

12V TRIGGER

WIRED REMOTE

WIRED REMOTE

HDMI 2

HDMI 2

RGB

RGB

YYPbPbPr

Pr

HDMI 1

HDMI 1

POWER

POWER

ISSUE

ISSUE

LED STATUS

LED STATUS

3D SY

2

RS-23

USB

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HDMI

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HDMI

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input. See

Figure 3-12.

Installation

POWE

OWER

IRED REMOTE

2V TRIGGER

12V TRI

YNC

WIRED REMOT

HDMI

I

SSUE

RS-23

2

HDMI

SB

COMPONENT

COMPONENT

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Computer

RGB Camcorder

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or

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Figure 3-12. RGB Connection

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3D SYNC

3D SYNC

RS-232

RS-232

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Component Video Connections: Connect your component video sources to the
COMPONENT

1, COMPONENT 2 or RGB inputs as shown in Figure 3-13.

SOURCE

SOUR

SOURC

POWER

WER

POWER

POWE

POWER

WER

WIRED REMOTE

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OWER

POWER

LED STATUS

WIRED REMOTE

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ISSUE

ISSUE

ISSU

LED STATUS

COMPONENT 1

RS-232

RS-232

USB

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USB

USB

NEN

COMPONENT 1

OMPONEN

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12V TRIGGER

12V TRIGGE

12V TRIGGER

12V TRI

3D SYNC

3D SYNC

HDMI 1

HDMI

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

HDMI 2

HDMI 2

RGB

RGB

YYPbPbPr

COMPONENT 2

COMPONENT 2

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COMPONEN T
VIDEO OUT

BD/DVD

RCA-to-BNC
adapter

Y PB PR

DTV-Set-Top Box

(DTV-STB)

Figure 3-13. Component Video Connections

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USB

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COMPO

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SOURC

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ISSU

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POWER

LED ST

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LED ST

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A

Connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port
on the X-200i; see

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

For more information about using this connection, refer to External Control on page 81.

SOURCE

SOURCE

POWER

POWER

WIRED REMOTE

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POWER

POWE

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WER

POWER

LED STATUS

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WIRED REMOTE

ISSUE

LED STATUS

SSUE

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RS-232

ISSUE

RS-232

USB

COMPONENT 1

NENT

COMPONENT 1

USB

B

NENT

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2

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RS-232 Controller Connection

to Automation/

Control System

or PC

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Figure 3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection

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2 Receive Data

(to ctrl. system)

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3 Transmit Data

(from ctrl. system)

5 Ground

(none of the other pins are used)

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3D SYNC

3D SYNC

RS-232

RS-232

USB

USB

COMPONENT 1

COMPONENT 1

12V TRIGGER

III

12V TRIGGER

WIRED REMOTE

WIRED REMOTE

HDMI 2

HDMI 2

RGB

RGB

YYPb

Pb

HDMI 1

HDMI 1

COMPONENT 2

COMPONENT 2

POWER

POWER

ISSUE

ISSUE

LED STATUS

LED STATUS

3D SYNC

3D SYNC

RS-23

2

US

US

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RGB

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3D SYNC

3D SYNC

RS-232

RS-232

12V TRIGGER

III

12V TRIGGER

WIRED REMOTE

WIRED REMOTE

HDMI 2

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 1

POWER

POWER

ISSUE

ISSUE

LED STATUS

LED STATUS

3D SYNC

3D SYNC

RS-23

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TUS

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Connecting an External IR

Receiver to the Projector

If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the projector due to excessive
distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an external IR
receiver to extend the range of the remote control. See

Figure 3-15.

IR Sensor

IR Repeater

Remote Control

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(3.5-mm, mini

phono plugs)

12V TRIGGER

ER

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2V TRI

SSU

2

B

B

RS-23

HDMI 2

HDMI

DMI

DMI 1

NENT

NENT

P

NENT
NEN

Connecting 12-Volt

Trigger Output to External

Theater Equipment

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Figure 3-15. External IR Receiver Connection

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If you are installing an X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope, connect the AutoScope lens
motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the X-200i as shown in

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

Figure 3-16.

Retractable Screen or other
12-volt trigger-activated
device

Sleeve = Ground

Tip = +12V

Figure 3-8.

3.5-mm

mini plug

POWER

IRED REMOT

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POWER

IRED REM

ISSUE

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RS-232

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Figure 3-16. 12-Volt Trigger Output Connection

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Connect the 3D SYNC IN port on the emitter to the 3D SYNC connector on the
projector, as shown in

Figure 3-17.

Secure the emitter in the desired location using double-sided tape or

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a similar adhesive material.

3D

SYNC IN

SOUR

SOURCE

SOURC

SOURC

POWER

WER

POWER

OWER

POWER

OWER

WIRED REMOTE

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POWE

POWER

LED STATUS

WIRED REMOTE

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ISSU

ISSUE

ISSU

LED STATUS

RS-232 USB

COMPONENT 1

B

USB

USB

NENT

NENT

COMPONENT 1

Connecting the Active 3D Emitter to the Projector

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3D SYNC

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12V TRIGGER

12V TRIGGE

3D SYNC

12V TRIGGER

12V TRI

Figure 3-17. Active 3D Emitter Connection

is appropriate to your locale.

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

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

AutoScope Lens Motor: With AutoScope-equipped projectors, an additional power
cord is provided for the lens motor. Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the AC
input on the rear of the lens motor assembly. Connect the other end to your AC power
source.

Connecting to AC PowerProjector: The X-200i ships with various types of AC power cords. Choose the one that

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3.7

Turning on the Power

1. Turn on your source components.

2. Set the AutoScope lens motor power switch to the “on” position.

3. Press the ON button on the remote control (or the POWER button on the
system keypad) to turn on the X-200i. The blue POWER LED flashes blue to indicate
that it is warming up.

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

5. When the projector is turned on, the Active 3D Emitter turns on as well. The LEDs
display a red moving pattern while the emitter attempts to acquire a 3D signal and
until a signal is found.

If the emitter searches for a signal for longer than 60 seconds, a signal is assumed to
not be present.

Searching for 3D Sync Signal 3D Sync Signal Found

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6. Upon finding a 3D signal, all LEDs turn blue. Once the LEDs indicate a 3D signal, the
3D glasses can be used to experience 3D. For more information on using the Active
3D Glasses, refer to

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The X-200i gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus.

by the front ring and rotate it.

To make the picture smaller (zoom out), slide
the zoom control to the right.

To make the picture larger (zoom in), slide the
zoom control to the left.

To lock the position of the lens, tighten the
knob with a flat-blade screwdriver.

Caution

WARNING

Vertical Lens Shift: To shift the projected
image vertically, first ensure that the lens lock
is not engaged. Insert the provided hex
wrench into the vertical lens shift adjuster on
the side of the projector. Then, turn the
wrench to shift the lens in the desired
direction.

Do not attempt any lens adjustments when the lens lock is
engaged. Doing so may cause damage to the zoom or lens shift

mechanisms.

THE LENS SHIFT MECHANISM CAN BE DAMAGED BY
EXCESSIVE FORCE. Do not attempt to move the primary lens

beyond its normal adjustment range.

Zoom In

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Focus

Zoom Out

Vertical

Lens Shift

Control

3.8 Lens Adjustments

Focus and ZoomTo focus the projected image, grasp the lens

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Lens Shift

Horizontal Lens Shift: To shift the projected
image horizontally, first ensure that the lens
lock is not engaged. Insert the provided hex
wrench into the horizontal lens shift adjuster at
the top of the projector. Then, turn the wrench
to shift the lens in the desired direction.

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Horizontal

Lens Shift

Control

Installation

3.9 Changing the OSD Language

The X-200i can display the OSD menus in English (default), French, German, Italian,
Spanish, Swedish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean,
Portuguese or Russian.

To change the OSD language:

1. Press MENU on the remote control unit or system keypad to display the Master
menu.

2. Press or to highlight SYSTEM, then press ENTER (remote control) or SELECT
(system keypad).

3. Press or to highlight Menu Settings, then press ENTER (remote control) or
SELECT (system keypad).

4. Press or to highlight Language.

5. Press or to select a language. Then, press MENU repeatedly to exit the menu
system.

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If the X-200i is ceiling-mounted and/or installed behind the screen, you must change the
picture orientation to match the installation method. To do this, press MENU on the
remote control. Then, select SYSTEM from the Master Menu.

to select Projection Mode from the System Menu. Press or to set it to Rear
Tabletop or Rear Ceiling.

System Menu. Press or to set it to Front Ceiling or Rear Ceiling.

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If you are installing an X-200i/CineWide or X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope, proceed as
follows to install and adjust the secondary anamorphic lens.

Note

Runco offers two types of anamorphic lenses for its CineWide projectors: prismatic and
cylindrical.

• The prismatic lens compresses the height of the image (as opposed to stretching the
width) to achieve a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with a 1.78:1 display device.

• The cylindrical anamorphic lens has a larger aperture than the prismatic lens. It
stretches the width of the image to achieve a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with a 1.78:1 display
device.

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

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3.10 Adjusting the Picture Orientation

Rear ProjectionIf the projector is used in a rear-projection application (see Figure 3-6), press repeatedly

Ceiling ModeIf the projector is ceiling-mounted, press repeatedly to select Projection Mode from the

3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens

The X-200i/CineWide is available with either a prismatic or a cylindrical anamorphic lens.
The X-200i/CineWide with AutoScope always uses a cylindrical lens.

The prismatic anamorphic lens can only be used with the standard

Note

If you are installing a CineWide projector with a prismatic lens, refer to Whitney
(Prismatic) Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment on page 45. If you are

installing a CineWide projector with a cylindrical lens, continue with the next section.

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primary lens. It is not compatible with the short-throw or long-throw
primary lens.

Installation

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Cylindrical Anamorphic

Lens Installation and

Adjustment

The Cylindrical Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-18.
Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in
these instructions. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Runco dealer
or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO.

Pitch Adjustment

1

T-Nut (2x)

Pitch Adjustment Yoke

2

for Lens

Y

Anamorphic Lens

3

Set Screw

1/4-20

9

Hex Bolt (2x)
and Washer
(2x)

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4

T-Screw and Washer
(2x)

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Figure 3-18. Cylindrical Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View

Pitch Adjustment

5

T-Screw and Washer
(2x)

Anamorphic Lens

6

Holder

AutoScope

7

Carriage Plate (or
Fixed CineWide
Base Plate)

Yaw/X Adjustment

8

Lever and
Washer(2x)

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Attach Lens Mounting Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate:

1. Remove the two Yaw/X Adjustment Levers and Washers (8) from the bottom of the

Anamorphic Lens Holder (6).

2. Place the Anamorphic Lens Holder on top of the AutoScope Carriage Plate or Fixed

CineWide Base Plate (7). Position the bracket so that the long slot at the bottom of
the lens holder is perpendicular to the corresponding slots on the plate.

3. Secure the Anamorphic Lens Holder to the plate using the Hex Bolts/Washers (9) and

Yaw/X Adjustment Levers that you removed in Step 1.

4. Use the Height/Y Adjustment T-Screws/Washers (4), Pitch Adjustment

T-Screws/Washers (5) and T-Nuts (1) to attach the Pitch Adjustment Yoke and Lens
Adapter Ring to the Anamorphic Lens Holder. The Yoke should be as close to the

primary lens as possible.

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

Lens threads into ring

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Figure 3-19. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring

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Configure Lens Motor Trigger (CineWide with AutoScope):

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

To configure the lens motor trigger on the X-200i for proper AutoScope operation:

1. Project a 2.35:1 aspect ratio test pattern or other image on the screen.

2. On the X-200i remote control or system keypad, press MENU.

3. Select CONTROL from the Master Menu.

4. If you connected the AutoScope lens motor to the TRIGGER II output (as shown in
Figure 3-8), confirm that the Tr i gge r 2 setting is AutoScope. (This is the default
setting.) Change it if necessary. If you connected the AutoScope lens motor to the

TRIGGER

5. Select CineWide from the Control menu and set it to AutoScope.

6. Select the Cinema or Virtual Cinema aspect ratio to move the anamorphic lens into
position, if it isn’t already. To do this, press CINEMA or V-C INE on the X-200i remote
control.

7. Proceed as described in the following sections to adjust the anamorphic lens.

I output, change the Trigger 1 setting to AutoScope.

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Horizontal Position (X) Adjustment:

1. Project a white field on the screen.

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

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

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Too Far Right

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

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

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

Too Low

Correct position

Too High

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

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

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

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

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

Installation

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

Anamorphic Lens (Top View)

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

Geometry:

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

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

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3. When the image geometry appears correct, tighten the
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viewed from the front, the rear opening on the anamorphic lens
should appear as a tall, narrow oval.)

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

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Installation

The Whitney Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-20.
Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in
these instructions.

1 Anamorphic Lens

3 Height/Pitch

Adjustment
Screw,
4-40 x 1/4"
(4x)

4 Swell
Latch
Assembly
(2x)

2 Washer (4x)

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Base Plate

Figure 3-20. Prismatic Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View

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1. Use the Height/Pitch Adjustment Screws (3) and Washers (2) to attach the Lens
Mounting Bracket (5) to the Anamorphic Lens (1).

2. Remove the nut and rubber collar from each Swell Latch Assembly (4).

3. Secure the lens (with the mounting bracket attached) to the Lens Base Plate (6) using
the swell latches.

To avoid clipping the corners of the image, position the anamorphic

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lens as close as possible to the primary lens.

Installation

Adjusting the Lens Height and Angle:

1. Project a white field on the screen.

2. Loosen the four Height/Pitch Adjustment Screws just enough to allow vertical
movement of the lens assembly.

3. Slowly move the anamorphic lens into place so that there are no shadows on the top
or bottom of the screen:

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Too High

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Correct position

Correct Lens Angle

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

5. When the height and angle are properly set, tighten the Height/Pitch Adjustment
Screws to secure the lens in place.

Note

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

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Adjusting the Horizontal Position and Yaw:

1. Project a white field on the screen.

2. Release the Swell Latches to allow the lens assembly to pivot and move freely from
side to side.

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

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Too Far Left

Too Far Right

4. Angle the lens to even out any left-right pincushion distortion:

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Correct Position

Wrong Position

5. When the horizontal position and lens angle are properly set, engage the Swell
Latches to secure the lens in place.

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4. Operation

Press ISF NIGHT, ISF DAY, CUST1 or CUST2 to recall settings from a
memory preset. Then, press ENTER to confirm your selection. Or, to cancel the
operation, press

To select the appropriate aspect ratio for the type of program
material being viewed, press one of the aspect ratio buttons. Or,
press the aspect ratio (

For more information on aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.

When you turn on the X-200i, it switches to the last selected input and looks for
a valid signal.

Use these buttons on the remote control to select an input source directly, as
follows:

1 = HDMI 1
2 = HDMI 2
3 = Component 1
4 = Component 2
5 = RGB

to select Cancel and press ENTER.

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4.4

Using the On-Screen Menus

1. Press the MENU button on the remote

control or system keypad to display the
Master Menu.

2. There are six menus. Press or to

select a sub-menu, then press ENTER
(remote control unit) or SELECT
(system keypad).

3. Press or to select a sub-menu

item.

4. For each sub-menu item, the
currently-selected value appears in
white text or is otherwise highlighted.
Press
that item, or press ENTER (remote
control unit) or SELECT (system
keypad) to go to another sub-menu.

5. Press MENU to return to the previous menu.

6. From the Master Menu, press MENU to turn off the OSD menu.

The X-200i OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on
the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be
available.

or to choose a setting for

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Operation

Aspect Ratio

Memory

Overscan Off, Crop or Zoom

Main

3D Control

Input Select

Resync (press ENTER to execute)
Brightness
Contrast

Image

Advanced
Image

Note: Default settings appear in bold type.

Color
Tint
Sharpness
Noise Reduction

Color Space

Gamma 2.5, 2.35, 2.2, 2.0 or 1.8

Color Temperature

Color Gamut

SatCo On or Off
Adaptive Contrast On or Off
DLP Frame Rate Auto, 48 Hz, 50 Hz or 60 Hz

RGB Adjust

Fine Sync

PCE

16:9, Letterbox, 4:3,
VirtualWide, Cinema or Virtual
Cinema

Recall Memory
Save Memory
Save ISF

3D Mode
Enable DLP Link
L-R Swap
Dark Time
Sync Delay
1080p24 Output
3D Test Pattern
HDMI 1, HDMI 2, Comp. 1,

Comp. 2 or RGB

0 ... 100 ... 200

0 ... 200

Auto, REC709, REC601,

RGB-PC or RGB-Video

5500K, 6500K, 7500K, 9300K
or Native

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

Red / Green / Blue Offset
Red / Green / Blue Gain
V. Position
H. Position
Phase
Tracking
Sync Level
Hue
Saturation
Level
White Balance

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System

Control

Service

Language

Menu Settings

Menu Position

Menu Transparency

Menu Display Time

Blank Screen Black, Blue or White
Auto Power Off
Auto Power On

Projection Mode

Logo Display On or Off
Altitude Auto or High
Power On Chime On or Off
Frame Locking On or Off

Trigger 1

Trigger 2

CineWide

Auto Source On or Off
Infrared Remote Normal, Code 2 or Off
HDMI CEC On or Off
Active Source
Signal Format
Pixel Clock
Refresh Rate
Lamp Hours

System Information

Factory Reset

Blue Only On or Off
Test Patterns On or Off

Message Boxes On or Off

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On or Off

Front Tabletop, Front

Ceiling, Rear Tabletop or
Rear Ceiling

AutoScope, Lamp, 4:3,
or RS-232

AutoScope, Lamp, 4:3,
or RS-232

Off, CineWide or
AutoScope

(read-only)

Model Name
Serial Number
Software Version
FPGA Version
Reset Everything?

(Yes or No)

English, Français,
Deutsch, Italiano,
Español, Svenska,

(Simplified
Chinese),
(Traditional Chinese),
Português,
(Russian),
(Japanese) or
(Korean)

Top Left, Top Right,
Bottom Left, Bottom
Right or Center

0% (opaque), 25%, 50%
or 75%

Forever, 10 Seconds,
30 Seconds or
60 Seconds

(read-only)

Figure 4-1. X-200i OSD Menu Structure

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➤

Main The X-200i Main Menu, shown in Figure 4-2, provides access to the most

commonly-used projector functions.

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

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

aspect ratio for your screen size, installed lens configuration and the type of program
material being viewed, then press ENTER; refer to Table 4-1.

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings

Operation

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

16:9

Description

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

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

Geometry of Projected Image

With Standard Lens

(1.78:1 Screen)

With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen)

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which is centered and
the same height as the
16:9 designated image
area. The remaining area
is black.

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16:9

4:3

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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

Letterbox

Virtual-

Wide

Description

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

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

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

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

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Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

16:9

4:3

16:9

4:3

Geometry of Projected Image

With Standard Lens

(1.78:1 Screen)

With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen)

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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

Operation

Aspect

Ratio

Setting

Cinema

Description

Select Cinema to view

2.35 source material in its
native aspect ratio.

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

With a 2.35:1 screen and
an anamorphic lens, the
video processor scales
the 2.35:1 image so that
the active image area fills
the 16:9 chip surface,
eliminating the black
bars. The secondary,
anamorphic lens then
restores the proper
geometry to the 2.35:1
image.

Aspect

Ratio of

Source

Signal

2.35:1

Geometry of Projected Image

With Standard Lens

(1.78:1 Screen)

With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen)

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Cinema

A 16:9 image is scaled
NON-linearly (more on
the sides than in the
center) to fit a 2.35:1
screen.

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Operation

Memory: Select Memory from the Main menu, then press ENTER to recall image quality
settings previously saved, or to save changed settings in any of four memory locations.

• Recall Memory: Select Recall Memory from the Memory menu to recall saved image
quality settings. Unless you select Default (see below), this control affects all sources,
not just the active source.

• Custom 1 and Custom 2 contain the factory default settings when the projector is

initially turned on.

• When you recall the ISF Day or ISF Night memory settings, all settings associated

with these stored values are grayed out. This prevents unintended adjustments from
being made. To remove this restriction, choose Custom 1 or Custom 2.

ISF Day and ISF Night are grayed out unless these custom settings have already
been saved.

•Choose Default to restore the factory-default settings for the active source only.

The other sources are unaffected.

• Save Memory: Select Save Memory from the Memory menu to save any
image-related settings you have changed to Custom 1 or Custom 2.

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

• Brightness / Contrast

• Color / Tint

• Sharpness

• Noise Reduction

• Color Space

• Gamma

• Color Temperature

• DLP Frame Rate

• Color Gamut (including PCE settings)

• SatCo

• Adaptive Contrast

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• RGB Adjust (all settings in sub-menu)

• 3D Mode

• Save ISF: Select Save ISF from the Memory menu to save any image-related settings
you have changed to the ISF Day or ISF Night memory location.

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The settings that are saved are the same as those saved with the Save Memory
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You must enter a passcode to access the Save ISF
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Overscan: Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older
television sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area.
effectively hides these inactive, outer edges of the image. Choose one of the following:

•Off: This setting leaves the image as-is.

• Crop: This setting adds a mask at the left and right edges of the source active image

equal to 3% of the displayed horizontal resolution, and at the top and bottom edges
equal to 3% of the displayed vertical resolution.

•Zoom: This setting adds a factor to the scaling of the source active image so that the

vertical and horizontal resolutions are 106% of the size determined by the aspect ratio
function. Anything outside of the original image area is removed.

Figure 4-3 illustrates the effect of each overscan setting for each aspect ratio.

Overscan

Operation

Off Crop Zoom

4:3

16:9

= Source Image Area

= Edge Noise

= Screen (16:9)

Figure 4-3. Overscan Examples

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Operation

3D Control: Select 3D Control from the Main Menu to set the following options related to
formatting and delivery of HDMI 3D content.

• 3D Mode: Select 3D Mode from the 3D Control menu to specify how the X-200i
processes the “left eye” and “right eye” image components.

•Choose Auto to have the X-200i determine the appropriate 3D or 2D mode based

on the HDMI vendor-specific InfoFrame data. This is the default setting.

•Choose Off to watch all content, including that mastered in 3D, in 2D.

•Choose Side-by-Side to have the

projector scale the left and right image
halves respectively to fill the screen.

Side-by-Side multiplexing is used with
1080i source material.

•Choose Top-and-Bottom to have the

projector scale the top and bottom image
halves respectively to fill the screen.

Top-and-Bottom multiplexing is used with
720p or 1080p source material.

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• L-R Swap: Choose L-R Swap from the 3D Control menu and set it to Reverse to
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backwards.

• Dark Time: This control adjusts the amount of dark time between displayed frames for
3D content. Higher settings provide more time for shutters in the 3D glasses to open
and close, ensuring that each eye sees the full image intended for it. The available
settings are 1.0, 1.5, 2 or 2.5 milliseconds. The default setting is 1.0 ms.

Note

• Sync Delay: This control adjusts the output 3D emitter delay to match the active
glasses to the left/right frames of the projector. Proper adjustment of this delay will
eliminate crosstalk and odd colors caused by timing differences between the glasses
and the projected image.

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In order to use this feature, you must set the 1080p24 Output
setting (see below) to 96Hz.

When 1080p24 Output (see below) is set to 144Hz, the available
Dark Time settings are 1.0 or 1.5ms.

Use the system keypad on the projector to adjust this setting, so as
not to disrupt communication between the Active 3D Emitter and
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• 1080p24 Output: This control selects how 24Hz 3D content will be processed in an

active 3D system. This lower frame rate can lead to excessive flickering, creating a
need for frame rate conversion (FRC). Choose one of the following:

• 96Hz employs a 2:2 cadence.

• 144Hz uses a 3:3 cadence.

Operation

Note

• 3D Test Pattern: Choose 3D Test Pattern from the 3D Control menu and set it to On
to display the 3D test pattern (refer to Test Patterns on page 72) while adjusting these
settings.

Input Select: To select a video source, press or to highlight Input Select, then use
the or button to select a source. The default source selection is HDMI 1.

Resync: If the projected image becomes unstable or degraded, press or to highlight
Resync, then press ENTER. This causes a re-acquisition of the active source. It also
changes any Fine Sync settings (described on page 66) for this timing to the default
setting.

adjustments.

Due to bandwidth restrictions, the 144Hz mode only provides 1004
lines. The unused lines are set to black and evenly subtracted from
the top and bottom of the image.

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Operation

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Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an
acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”)
pattern.

Figure 4-5 shows a typical PLUGE

Below Black

bove Black

Figure 4-5. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness

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

Select Brightness from the Main menu. Use the or buttons to adjust the level so that:

• The darkest black bars disappear into the background.

• The dark gray areas are barely visible.

• The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.

• The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.

• The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).

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

Figure 4-6.

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Figure 4-6. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast

Select Contrast from the Main menu. Use the or buttons to adjust the contrast up
until the top two bars become almost the same brightness, then down just until the
brightness change between these bars is consistent with the other bars.

Operation

Note

Color: To adjust the overall color intensity, select Color from the Main menu. Decrease
this setting if colors are overly saturated; increase it if colors appear muted or washed out.

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

Note

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

Brightness and Contrast controls are interactive. A change to one
may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the
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Operation

Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust
this, select Sharpness from the Main menu and press ENTER. On your external test
pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-7.

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Figure 4-7. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness

Adjust as needed, looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and
differently-sized lines in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness
setting to eliminate them.

Noise Reduction: To apply noise reduction to the source signal, select Noise Reduction
from the Main menu and press ENTER. Noise Reduction is useful for clearing up noisy
images from interlaced SD sources.

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image adjustments.

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Figure 4-8. X-200i Advanced Image Menu

Color Space: Select Color Space from the Advanced Image menu to choose the color

space of the source signal for HDMI, RGB, and component connections.

• The default setting, Auto, functions as follows:

• HDMI: If the Auxiliary Video Information (AVI) infoframe contains color space and/or

range data, the X-200i uses that information. Otherwise, for RGB sources, the
X-200i uses the RGB-Video color space. For component SDTV and EDTV
resolutions, REC601 is used. For other component video resolutions, REC709 is
used.

• RGB: If Hsync or Vsync signals are present, the X-200i uses the RGB-PC color

space. Otherwise, REC601 is used for SDTV and EDTV sources, and REC709 for
all other sources.

• Component: For SDTV and EDTV resolutions, the X-200i uses the REC601 color

space. For all other resolutions REC709 is used.

In most cases, the Auto setting determines the correct color space to use. If it does not,
you can force the X-200i to use a specific color space. Choose one of the following:

• REC709 sets the color space matrix to that defined in ITU-R BT.709.

• REC601 sets the color space matrix to that defined in ITU-R BT.601.

• RGB-PC uses RGB color space and sets black at 0,0,0 RGB and white at
255,255,255 RGB, assuming an 8-bit image.

• RGB-Video uses RGB color space and sets black at 16,16,16 RGB and white at
235,235,235, assuming an 8-bit image, to correspond to the luminance values defined
in digital component standards.

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Operation

Gamma: Select Gamma from the Advanced Image menu to choose a DLP de-gamma
curve. The available settings are 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35 and 2.5. The value chosen here
corresponds to the power variable in this equation:

Output = Input

The X-200i applies this gamma curve to all three primary color channels (red, green and
blue). Used correctly, the
details for blacks and whites.

If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see
details in dark areas, lower the gamma setting to compensate. This improves contrast
while maintaining good details for blacks. Conversely, if the image is washed out and
unnatural, with excessive detail in black areas, increase the setting.

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

To choose a color temperature setting, select Color Temperature from the Advanced
Image menu. Then, press or to select 5500K, 6500K, 7500K or 9300K. The default
setting, 6500K, is appropriate for most situations. Higher settings produce a “bluer”
picture; lower ones impart a reddish hue to the image. Select Native to disable white
point adjustment of the source signal.

Power

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menu to choose the output frame rate for 2D content. You can have the X-200i
automatically determine the optimum frame rate, or you can force it to use a specific
frame rate. (This control is disabled when viewing 3D content.)

• The default setting, Auto, frame locks to the main source if it has a vertical refresh rate

of between 48 and 62Hz. Vertical refresh rates of from 24 to 31Hz are doubled. Frame

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rates between 31 and 48Hz and greater than 62Hz are converted to 60Hz.

•Select 48Hz to force the output frame rate to 48Hz. Use this setting to eliminate 2:3

pull-down judder with 60Hz film-based sources.

• 50Hz and 60Hz force the output frame rate to 50Hz and 60Hz respectively.

Color Gamut: Select Color Gamut from the Advanced Image menu to select a color
gamut (range) that may be different from the default color gamut.

Each setting defines the precise hue of each primary (red, green and blue) and secondary
(yellow, cyan and magenta) color component used to generate the millions of colors
produced in displays. Changing either or both of these numbers changes the hue of the
color and relocates the “triangle” for possible colors. For example, changing the x/y
coordinates for red moves the color closer to either orange or violet, which in turn affects
all displayed colors having a red component.

• Auto automatically chooses the appropriate color gamut:

• SMPTE C for NTSC, 480i and 480p sources.

• EBU for PAL, SECAM, 576i and 576p sources.

• REC709 for all other sources.

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• REC709 chooses the REC709 color gamut.

• Select SMPTE-C to choose the SMPTE-C color gamut.

• Select EBU to choose the EBU color gamut.

• Select Native to use REC709 for cyan, magenta, and yellow and uncorrected values
for red, green, and blue.

• Select PCE to use the Personal Color Equalizer feature of the X-200i. PCE lets you
define a custom color gamut. Refer to
this.

Table 4-2 lists the x- and y-coordinates for each primary and secondary color component.

Table 4-2. x/y Color Gamut Values

PCE on page 67 for instructions on how to do

Operation

Color Gamut Settings and Associated x/y Values

Primary

Color

Red 0.640 0.330 0.630 0.340 0.640 0.330

Yellow 0.419 0.505 0.421 0.507 0.418 0.502

Green 0.300 0.600 0.310 0.595 0.290 0.600

Cyan 0.225 0.329 0.231 0.326 0.220 0.329

Blue 0.150 0.060 0.155 0.070 0.150 0.060

Magenta 0.321 0.154 0.314 0.161 0.328 0.158

REC709 SMPTE “C” EBU

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SatCo: Select SatCo from the Advanced Image menu to enable (On) or disable (Off)
BrilliantColor processing, which improves brightness in grays and secondary colors by
using the spoke light from the color wheel.

Adaptive Contrast: Adaptive Contrast enhancement expands the light and dark portions
of an output image according to the mean luminance of the input image.

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RGB Adjust: To remove any trace of color from the white areas of the projected image,
choose
RGB Adjust sub-menu, shown at right.

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

•Offset: Use the Offset controls in the RGB Adjust sub-menu to correct color

RGB Adjust from the Advanced Image menu and press ENTER. This displays 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.

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

The Gain controls increase or decrease the full-scale input range; the Offset controls
shift the entire range, resulting in a change in brightness.

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Fine Sync: To fine-tune the position and other image attributes, choose Fine Sync from
the Advanced Image menu and press ENTER. This displays the Fine Sync sub-menu,
shown at right.

• V Position: This control adjusts the vertical position of the image within the designated

image area, up to 25 per cent of the image height up or down.

• H Position: This control adjusts the horizontal position of the image within the

designated image area, up to 25 per cent of the image width left or right.

• Phase (RGB or Component sources): This control adjusts the phase of the pixel

sampling clock relative to the incoming signal. Adjust the phase when an RGB or
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For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear
pattern of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image. Adjust the
slidebar until the image stabilizes and each pixel is clearly defined. You may notice that
you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in such cases.

• Tracking (RGB or Component sources): Tracking determines the frequency of the

pixel sampling clock, indicated by the number of incoming pixels per line, so that all
pixels generated by a particular source are sampled.

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

Tracking has been optimized.

Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking (see below). If some
shimmer from a video or HDTV source persists, use the Noise
Reduction controls (described on page 62) to remove
high-frequency noise from the signal.

Steady flickering or several soft vertical stripes or bands across the entire image
indicates poor pixel tracking. Proper pixel tracking helps ensure that the image quality
is consistent across the screen, that aspect ratio is maintained and that pixel phase
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• Sync Level (Component sources only): Select Sync Level to adjust the voltage level
of the X-200i Sync signal detection circuitry.

Sync Level adjustment is occasionally necessary when a DVD player or HDTV source
signal drops “below black” (for example, during scenes with explosions or when
subtitles are present) and causes the projector to temporarily lose sync. If the
Level from the source is persistently too low, the projector won’t sync with the source
at all.

The range is from 50 to 256 millivolts (mV) inclusive. The default setting is 240 mV and
should rarely require adjustment.

PCE: To use the Personal Color Equalizer to define a custom color gamut, choose the
“PCE”
the Advanced Image menu and press ENTER. This displays the PCE sub-menu.

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

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

Color Gamut setting (refer to Color Gamut on page 64). Then, choose PCE from

Figure 4-9), Hue rotates the color coordinates around the white

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0.7

Saturation

0.6

0.5

0.4

0.3

0.2

0.1

0

0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0 .5 0.6 0 .7 0.8

Hue

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Saturation

Hue

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Hue

Figure 4-9. CIE 1931 Color Coordinate Diagram and Effect of PCE Hue and Saturation Controls

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

System Use the controls in the System menu, shown in Figure 4-10, to change the display

orientation and perform other, common installation tasks.

RGB Adjust menu (described on page 66).

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Figure 4-10. X-200i System Menu

Menu Settings: Select Menu Settings from the System menu to customize the OSD

menu appearance and behavior, as follows.

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• Language: Select Language from the Menu Settings menu to change the OSD
language. Refer to Changing the OSD Language on page 38 for detailed
instructions.

• Menu Position: Select Menu Position from the Menu Settings menu to change the
OSD menu position. The default setting is Center.

• Menu Transparency: Select Menu Transparency from the Menu Settings menu to
adjust the degree of translucence (show-through) in the menus and message boxes.
0% means that the menus are opaque. The default setting is 25%.

• Menu Display Time: Select Menu Display Time from the Menu Settings menu to
specify how long the OSD menu remains on-screen after any key presses. The default
setting is 30

• Message Boxes: When you select a new input source or turn the projector off, or
when an error occurs, the X-200i briefly displays an on-screen message confirming
your action or briefly describing the error. To prevent the display of these messages,
select

Seconds.

Message Boxes from the Menu Settings menu to and set it to Off.

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Blank Screen: Select Blank Screen from the System menu to choose the color of the
blank screen that appears when no source signal is present. The options are Black, Blue
and White. The default is Black.

Auto Power Off: Set Auto Power Off to On to have the X-200i turn itself off after 20
minutes of inactivity (no source signal present).

Auto Power On: Setting Auto Power On to On causes the projector to automatically
power up when AC power is present. If the projector is plugged into a switched AC outlet,
this allows the projector to be turned on using a wall switch instead of the remote control
unit. If you do not need this capability, set
setting).

Projection Mode: This control reverses all images and menus, and is necessary when
the projector is used in rear-projection applications. This control also flips the image so the
projector can be used in ceiling-mounted installations.

The default is Front Tabletop, for installations where the projector is upright and in fron of
the screen.

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

Auto Power On to Off (this is the default

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Altitude: Select Altitude from the System Menu to control the operation of the projector’s
cooling fan.

In most cases, the default setting (Auto) will maintain the correct operating temperature. If
the lamp frequently turns off due to overheating, or in certain high-altitude operating
environments, you may need to change this setting to High.

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

Frame Locking: This controls whether or not frame-locking is turned on for 2D sources.

(3D sources are always frame-locked.)

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

projector.

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Trigger 1: Select Trigger 1 from the Control menu to specify when the Trigger 1 port
outputs 12 volts. There is a three-second delay before activation to prevent operation
while selecting an aspect ratio.

• AutoScope causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the the Cinema or Virtual
Cinema aspect ratio is active.

• Lamp causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the lamp is on.

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• 4:3 causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the 4:3 aspect ratio is chosen. The
output stops if PIP is enabled (PIP source is set to anything other than off).

• RS232 causes the port to output 12 volts when an RS232 screen trigger 1 “on”
command is received and stop when a trigger 1 “off” command is received. The 12 volt
output also stops when the projector is turned off.

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

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

• For a standard X-200i (no anamorphic lens), choose Off.

• For a X-200i with a fixed anamorphic lens, choose CineWide.

• For a X-200i with a movable anamorphic lens, choose AutoScope.

Auto Source: This control chooses whether or not to scan for other active sources if the
current source is not available. The default setting is Off.

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Infrared Remote: Select Infrared Remote from the Control menu to specify the remote
IR code set to which the X-200i responds. The default is Normal. Choose Code 2 if other
equipment in the theater responds to commands from the X-200i remote control in ways
that are unexpected or undesirable. Choose Code
altogether.

When you select a different remote code set on the X-200i, you must re-program the
remote control unit to use that same code set. To do this, press and hold the LIGHT and
ENTER buttons simultaneously for approximately five seconds. When the code set has
changed, the remote control back-lighting “blinks” to visually confirm the change.

Table 6-1 lists the IR codes associated with each remote control button.

HDMI CEC: This control chooses whether or not the X-200i responds to HDMI CEC
control messages from a disc player, set-top box or other HDMI source.

The default setting is On. For more information about CEC, refer to Using HDMI CEC
Messages on page 93.

projector’s current operational status:

• Active Source

• Signal Format

• Pixel Clock

• Refresh Rate

• Lamp Hours (number of lamp hours elapsed since the last reset)

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

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ServiceAccess the Service Menu, shown in Figure 4-11, to view information that indicates the

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Figure 4-11. X-200i Service Menu

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You can also perform various diagnostic tasks, such as displaying test patterns, from this
menu.

System Information: Select System Information from the Service menu to view
information that uniquely identifies your projector: its Model Name, Serial Number,
installed Software Version and FPGA Version.

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

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

•Lamp Hours

•Custom 1 / Custom 2

•ISF Day

•ISF Night

• Model Name / Serial Number

• Language

Blue Only: This feature removes all red and green color information from the image, and
is useful for color-calibrating the projector or other video components.

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Test Patterns: The X-200i has numerous internal test patterns that are useful to
technicians for advanced calibration, measurement and fault isolation purposes. To
access them, select

The available test patterns are:

•White

• Black

•Red

•Green

• Blue

•Cyan

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• Magenta

• Yellow

• ANSI Checkerboard

• Horizontal Gray Ramp

•Focus Grid

Press or on the remote control unit or system keypad to cycle through the test
patterns.

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

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

To turn test patterns off, press any key other than or on the remote control unit or
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Operation

The 3D LCD Shutter Glasses function with the Runco Active3D Emitter and the projector
to provide unsurpassed 3D stereoscopic viewing. This section describes the features,
connection, setup and operation of the 3D LCD Shutter Glasses.

• Supports refresh rates from 50 to 240 Hz for compatibility with both current and future
3D technology

• High contrast ratio, high uniformity and fast response time for an excellent 3D
experience

• Rechargeable battery provides up to 15 hours of 3D viewing per charge

• Battery charge indicator lets you know remaining operating time

functional components:

• Battery Status LED
Indicates battery charge state as described in the
following sections,
Turning On the Glasses.

• Power Button
Press to turn the glasses on or off.

• Power Input
To charge the glasses, connect this input to your
PC or other USB power source, using the included
charging cable.

Charging the Battery and

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LED (Red/Blue)

Power Button

Power
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Key Features• RF synchronization for uninterrupted 3D performance

Functional OverviewThe 3D LCD Shutter Glasses have the following key

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Charging the Battery The glasses must be fully charged before first use and whenever the Battery Status LED

flashes red once every couple of seconds. The glasses will charge a completely dead
battery in approximately five hours. You may use the glasses while the battery is being
charged.

To charge the 3D Glasses:

1. Attach one end of the supplied charging cable to the Power Input above the left lens
on the glasses.

2. Attach the other end of the cable to any USB “A” port on a USB hub, personal
computer or display device. The Battery Status LED lights solid red while the battery is
charging.

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The battery in the 3D glasses is designed to operate approximately 15 hours on a full
charge. The glasses consume more power as needed to maximize reliability. As a result,
battery life is a function of many factors, including how much interference from 2.4-GHz
devices like wireless routers must be compensated. Under worst-case conditions,
fully-charged glasses should operate flawlessly for a minumum of about 12

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2. Press and hold the Power Button for about two seconds, then release the button. The
LED then blinks in a pattern that indicates the battery charge state. In general, the
more slowly and less frequently the LED blinks, the more charged (and less in need of
charge) the glasses are. Refer to

Table 4-3. Battery Charge State Indications

Table 4-3.

Operation

Turning On the Glasses1. Ensure that the projector is powered on and displaying 3D content.

Blink Activity After

Power-on

Three (3) blue blinks (one
second on, one second off)

Six (6) blue blinks Battery is 50% charged; approximately 4 hours remaining.

Nine (9) blue blinks Battery is 30% or more charged; approximately 2 hours remaining.

Red blink Battery charge is 10% or less; glasses must be charged before

3. The glasses will sync with the emitter and the 3D content will be visible through the
glasses.

4. Repeat Step 2 for each pair of glasses you wish to sync to the emitter.

minute. Then, to preserve battery life, the glasses automatically turn off. If the emitter is
activated (the emitter is only active when the projector is in 3D mode) before the
five-minute period ends, the glasses stop blinking and remain on.

If the glasses automatically turn off, press the Power button to turn them back on.

Battery is fully charged; 12 to 15 hours remaining.

further use.

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically between 1,500
and 3,000 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 60 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for
replacement.

2. Open the rear door of the projector
by grasping the handle and pulling it
downward.

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5.1 Lamp Replacement

4. Loosen the two screws on the lamp
module.

5. Pull the lamp module handle firmly to
remove the lamp module.

6. Perform Steps 5 through 2 (in reverse
order) to install the new lamp
module.

7. Turn on the power. The lamp timer
will reset automatically.

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

5.2

Troubleshooting Tips

Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the X-200i. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you
encounter an issue not described here, please contact Runco Technical Support.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

The projector does not turn
on.

The projector does not turn
back on after it was powered
off.

The remote control does not
work correctly.

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• The X-200i is not plugged
in or the AC outlet is not
active.

• Lamp cover is not securely
attached.

• The projector will not turn
on for two minutes after
power-off, to protect the
lamp.

• The batteries have run out.

• IR code set mismatch
between remote control
unit and projector.

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• Ensure that the X-200i is
plugged in and that the AC
outlet is active.

• Securely attach the lamp
cover.

• Wait until the X-200i
completes its cool-down
(POWER LED lights solid
blue).

• Replace the batteries.

• Press and hold the LIGHT
and ENTER remote
control buttons
simultaneously until the
remote control
back-lighting “blinks”
(approximately five
seconds). Then, try again.

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

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

Image is blurred. • The lens is not correctly

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

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

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

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• Incorrect source selection.

• Source component is not
turned on.

• Source component is
connected incorrectly or
not at all.

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

focused.

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

• Brightness is set too high. • Lower the brightness

RS-232 Error Codes on page 91 for more information.

• Select the correct source.

• Turn on the source.

• Check cable connection
from source component to
projector.

• Turn off progressive scan
on the DVD player.

• Adjust the focus.

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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

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

ISSUE LED is flashing red
(one short flash).

ISSUE LED is flashing red
(two short flashes).

ISSUE LED is flashing red
(four short flashes).

ISSUE LED lights solid red. • Fans are not working

When displaying 3D content,
crosstalk or “ghosting” can be
seen — that is, the left eye is
perceiving some of what the
right eye should be seeing or
vice versa.

•The Red/Pr, Green/Y or
Blue/Pb outputs from the
source are connected to
the wrong inputs on the
X-200i.

• The lamp has failed or
exceeded its usage life.

• The lamp cover is open. • Close the lamp cover.

• X-200i internal
temperature is too high.

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

• Rear-projection installation
uses second-surface
mirrors that are producing
faint, secondary
reflections.

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• Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct X-200i input.

• Replace the lamp with a
new one.

• Power off the X-200i and
allow it to cool down.
Ensure that the intake and
exhaust vents are not
blocked. Turn the
projector back on. If the
problem persists, please
contact Runco Technical
Support for assistance.

• Please contact Runco
Technical Support for
assistance.

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With 3D glasses, image per­spective is reversed — that is,
“left-eye“ frames appear in the
right lens and vice versa.

3D glasses do not work. • Glasses are not charged

Note: You can obtain more detailed information about the cause of the error condition using
RS-232 commands. Refer to RS-232 Error Codes on page 91 for more information.

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• Incorrect L-R Swap

setting.

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and/or communicating
with the Active3D Emitter.

• Change the L-R Swap
setting (refer to L-R Swap
on page 58).

• Refer to Using the 3D
Glasses on page 73.

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6. External Control

In addition to using the X-200i keypad or remote control unit, there are three methods of
controlling the projector externally:

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

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

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

The following sections describe these methods.

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The DHD Controller uses a simple text-based control protocol to take requests from
control devices and to provide responses to such devices. This section describes how to
send control messages over a serial link between the X-200i and an automation/control
system or a PC running terminal emulation software.

To interface the X-200i with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running
terminal emulation software:

1. Connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-14.

2. Start a terminal session on your PC using a terminal-emulation program, such as
HyperTerminal.

3. Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: 9600 bps, no parity, 8 data
bits, 1 stop bit and no flow control.

4. Type ky or op followed by a command from among those listed in Table 6-1 or
Table 6-2 and press <Enter>. For example, to change the aspect ratio to Letterbox,
type op aspect = 1<Enter>.

• Commands are in ASCII format.

• Spaces and tabs can be used to improve readability and are ignored by the projector.

• All commands must end with a carriage return (ASCII hex 0D) to signify that the
projector can now read and execute the command.

• Commands are not case-sensitive.

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6.1 Serial Communications

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration

Command FormatSerial commands to the X-200i take the following form:

The X-200i supports two types of commands: key commands and operation commands.
Key commands mimic pressing a button on the remote control. Operation commands tell
the projector exactly what to do.

All commands start with 2 letters:

ky for key commands.

op for operations commands.

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Key Commands: The syntax for key commands is simple:

ky <keyname>[CR]

Some key command examples:

ky menu[CR] Bring up or cancel menu display.

ky cur.up[CR] Up arrow.

The response from the projector for key commands is ACK: followed by the same
command in UPPERCASE.

Input: ky menu[CR]

Response: ACK:MENU [CR]

Table 6-1 lists the serial command key names and IR codes.

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

RS232

Keyname

menu

enter

cur.down

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(none) 0x02 0xB8 Switch to the next source.

IR Code

Description

Set 1 Set 2

0x01 0xB7 Turn power on.

0x09 0xB9 Turn power off.

0x15 0xBA Bring up or cancel menu display.

0x17 0xBB Keypad enter.

0x18 0xBC Keypad down arrow.

0x1A 0xBD Keypad up arrow.

0x1D 0xBE Keypad left arrow.

cur.righ

0x1F 0xBF Keypad right arrow.

0x80 0xC0 Bring up or cancel brightness slider.

0x81 0xC1 Bring up or cancel contrast slider.

(none) 0x84 0xC4 Force reacquisition of active source.

(none) 0x85 0xC5 Switch to the next gamma.

(none) 0x86 0xC6 Switch to 2.5 gamma.

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

External Control

RS232

Keyname

Remote

Button

(none) 0x87 0xC7 Switch to 2.2 gamma.

(none) 0x90 0xD0 Toggles between blank screen and regular

(none) 0x91 0xD1 Turn blank screen on.

(none) 0x92 0xD2 Turn blank screen off.

(none) 0x93 0xD3 Switch to the next Overscan mode.

(none) 0x94 0xD4 Switch to Overscan Zoom.

(none) 0x95 0xD5 Switch to Overscan Crop.

IR Code

Description

Set 1 Set 2

0x8B 0xCB Switch the active source to HDMI 1.

0x8C 0xCC Switch the active source to HDMI 2.

0x8D 0xCD Switch the active source to Component 1.

0x8E 0xCE Switch the active source to Component 2.

0x8F 0xCF Switch the active source to RGB.

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(none) 0x96 0xD6 Switch to Overscan Off.

(none) 0x97 0xD7 Switch to the next user memory.

0x98 0xD8 Recall Custom 1 user memory.

0x99 0xD9 Recall Custom 2 user memory.

0x9B 0xDB Recall ISF Day user memory.

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0x9C 0xDC Recall ISF Night user memory.

0x9D 0xDD Switch to the next aspect ratio.

0x9E 0xDE Apply 16:9 aspect ratio to the active

0x9F 0xDF Apply 4:3 aspect ratio to the active source.

0xA0 0xE0 Apply Letterbox aspect ratio to the active

0xA2 0xE2 Apply VirtualWide aspect ratio to the active

0xAF 0xEF Apply Cinema aspect ratio to the active

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

RS232

Keyname

Operations Commands: Operations commands allow more flexible and direct control of

the projector. The syntax for operations commands is as follows:

op <operation> <command>[CR]

(Precede <operation> and <command> with a space.)

The command type can be one of three functions:

Remote

Button

(none) 0xAC 0xEC Toggles between power on and power off.

IR Code

Set 1 Set 2

0xB0 0xF0 Apply VIrtual Cinema aspect ratio to the

active source.

0xAD 0xED Activates remote backlighting only when

pressed momentarily.

0xB1 0xF1 Switch to 3D Auto mode.

0xB2 0xF2 Switch to 3D Side-by-side mode.

0xB3 0xF3 Switch to 3D Top-and-bottom mode.

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Description

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Operations Control Commands

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Function Command Action on unit

Set

Get

Execute

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Table 6-2 lists the valid operations commands. For Set and Get functions, the response
from the projector is ACK: followed by the command and = <value> where <value> is
the current value or ERR:NA if the value is not available. For Execute functions the
response is ACK: followed by the command. All responses are in UPPERCASE.

Some operations command examples:

Input: op bright ? [CR]

Response: ACK:BRIGHT = 100 [CR]

Input: op bright = 127 [CR]

Response: ACK:BRIGHT = 127 [CR]

Input: op resync [CR]

Response: ACK:RESYNC [CR]

Input: op input = 0 [CR]

= <value>

?

(none)

Makes the unit take that value.

Asks what the current value is.

Performs an action such as a reset.

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