USE AND INSTALLATION
MANUAL
ENGLISH
RTX 45-55
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
DO NOT OPEN
Make sure not to overload the socket or any extension cord.
For the DigiOptical Image Processor only use the power supply
provided or in any case a power supply approved by SIM2.
•Pay attention to the cables.
Arrange the cables so that they do not constitute an obstacle.
Also, keep them out of the reach of children.
Install the units as close as possible to the wall socket. Do not
tread on the power cables, make sure that the y are not tangled
or jerked; do not e xpose them to heat sources; mak e sure they
do not form knots or bends. If the cables are damaged in any
way, stop using the system and call an authorised technician.
• Disconnect the device in the event of storms or when not
used.
To avoid damage that could be caused by lightning striking in the
vicinity of your home, disconnect the units in the ev ent of storms
or when the system is not going to be used for a long period.
•Avoid contact with liquids and exposure to humidity.
Do not use the units near water (sinks, tubs, etc.); do not place
objects containing liquids on top of or near the units and do not
expose then to rain, humidity , drops or spr ays; do not use water
or liquid detergents to clean them.
•Avoid overheating the units.
Do not block ventilation openings. Do not place the units near
heat sources such as stoves, radiators or other devices
(including amplifiers) that generate heat. Do not place the units
in a confined space (bookcase, shelves, etc.) that is not well
ventilated.
• Do not expose eyes to the intense light of the lamp.
Never look directly into the lamp through the v entilation opening
when it is working.
This could damage your eyesight. In this respect, pa y particular
attention to children.
•Position the unit on a stable surface.
To avoid serious injury and damage to things, make sure the
units are placed on a level, flat and stable surface from which
they cannot fall, tip over or slide. In this respect, pay particular
attention when they are placed on a trolley to be mov ed. Do not
to expose them to shocks.
• Do not put anything in the openings of the units.
Make sure that no object is placed inside the units. If this
happens, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply
and call an authorised technician.
This symbol indicates the danger of possible electric
shock caused by uninsulated current inside the
product.
This symbol indicates the presence of important
instructions regarding use and maintenance of the
product.
• Read and keep this manual.
This manual contains important information on how to install
and use this device in an appropriate manner. Before use,
carefully read the safety rules and instructions. K eep the manual
for all future reference.
•Avoid contact with the internal parts of the units.
Inside the units there are electrical parts fed with dangerous
voltage and parts that operate at high temperatures. Do not
open the units; contact authorised personnel for all maintenance
and repair operations.
Opening the units will also invalidate the warranty.
•Device for disconnecting the power supply.
The device for disconnecting the units from the electrical grid
is the feed cable plug. Dur ing installation make sure that the
feed cable plugs and the electrical system sockets are easily
accessible. To disconnect the units from the electric sockets,
pull the plug and not the cable.
• Only use the type of feed indicated.
Connect the units to an electrical grid with nominal voltage
between the values of 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz and provided
with grounding. If y ou are not sure of the type of po wer in y our
home, consult a qualified technician.
The RTX system consists of two parts, the DigiOptical Image
Processor and the Display, connected by an optical fibre
cable. Below, the unit will be referred to as including the two
parts making up the system.
• Federal Communication Commission (FCC Statement)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Par t 15 of the
FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is used in a
commercial environment. This equipment gener ates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, 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 determinated by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encuraged 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.
• For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-
003.
• For customers in the United Kingdom
ATTENTION: This apparatus must be earthed.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
Green-and-Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus
may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter
E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or greenand-yellow.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................... 4
1 INSTALLATION.............................................................................................. 6
CONNECTING THE TWO UNITS.............................................................................................. 6
CONNECTING THE VIDEO SOURCES....................................................................................7
Video .................................................................................................................................7
S-Video ................................................................................................................................ 7
COMPONENT/RGBS ..........................................................................................................7
Graphics RGB......................................................................................................................9
DVI-D .................................................................................................................................9
RS232 Control .....................................................................................................................9
Optical fibre link ................................................................................................................... 9
2 USE.............................................................................................................. 10
TURNING ON AND OFF ......................................................................................................... 10
KEYPAD ...............................................................................................................................11
REMOTE CONTROL............................................................................................................... 11
ON SCREEN MENU................................................................................................................ 12
Inputs ...............................................................................................................................12
Main Menu ......................................................................................................................... 13
Picture ...............................................................................................................................13
Image ...............................................................................................................................14
Set-up ...............................................................................................................................15
Info ...............................................................................................................................15
Quick Menus......................................................................................................................15
Messages ..........................................................................................................................15
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................16
Maintenance and cleaning................................................................................................. 16
More common problems .................................................................................................... 16
3 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION..................................................................... 18
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................18
DIMENSIONS..........................................................................................................................20
STRUCTURE OF THE ON SCREEN MENUS ........................................................................ 21
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the GrandCinema RTX system from
SIM2!
The RTX system integrates the signal processing ability of the
DigiOptical Image Processor with the faithful reproduction of a
DLP™ technology Display, putting the two units in
communication with each other by means of an optical fibre
connection.
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DLP and DMD are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments.
DCDi is a registered trademark of Faroudja, a division of Genesis Microchip, Inc.
The DigiOptical Image Processor, ideally placed near the
sources, can acquire and process a wide range of video signals,
in order to send them to the Display by means of the optical
fibre connection.
Its complement of inputs (2 Composite Video inputs, 2 S-Video
inputs, up to 4 Component or RGB inputs, 2 graphic RGB inputs
and 1 DVI-D input) allo ws connection to a wide v ariety sources,
both analogue and digital: D VD pla yers, VCRs, satellite and cable
receiver box es, computers, videogame consoles, video cameras ,
etc.
The signal processing it performs allows excellent reproduction
of a wide range of input signals, from interlaced video to high
definition and graphics.
The conversion of interlaced video signals to progressive signals ,
done through use of the renowned DCDi™ technology , produces
fluid, natural images free of flicker and steps along the diagonal
lines.
The faithful reproduction of signals at higher resolutions (such
as high definition video and graphics) occurs without loss of
information or reduction of image sharpness thanks to its high
ability to acquire signals at high pixel rates.
Adaptation of the input signal resolution to that of the Display
occurs without altering image quality through a wide range of
aspect ratios, including several definable by the user.
All adjustments relevant to the image can be perf ormed with the
remote control with the aid of the On Screen Display; alternatively ,
the unit can be controlled by a domestic automation system
through the serial port.
The Display, with its elegant and original design, produces an
image using the very latest Texas Instruments DLP™ technology
(1280x720 pixel DMD™ panel with 12° technology), a
proprietary, dust-sealed optical system, a new six-segment
colour wheel and a new concept Fresnel lens. All to provide an
image without half-measures, with definition, sharpness,
colorimetry and contrast equal to the renowned front projectors
of SIM2’s GrandCinema product line.
The connection between the two units occurs through a cable
containing three optical fibres which allow transmission of the
digital signal from the DigiOptical Image Processor to the Display
and control signals in both directions.
Transmission occurs without interference or attenuation over
distances of up to 500 m (1,640 ft).
Moreover , the flexibility and reduced diameter of the cab le allow
maximum freedom in installing the system in your home.
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CONNECTING THE TWO UNITS
The RTX system consists of two distinct units (the DigiOptical
Image Processor and the Display), each of which equipped with
a power cable and connected to each other by a 20 m (65.6 ft)
optical fibre cable.
The ideal place for the DigiOptical Image Processor is the shelf
of a cabinet or on a rack (its dimensions are compatible with a
19" rack). Make sure that the support surface is stable and that
the unit has sufficient space around it for adequate ventilation
(at least 3 cm [1.2 in]).
The unit is powered by an external power supply that provides
a voltage of +7 VDC; the unit’s power switch is on the power
Display
Alimentatore
DigiOptical
Image Processor
Remote Control
1.5 V AAAtype batteries
Power cables
Europe, UK, US (x2)
DigiOptical
Image Processor
Cable with
three optical fibres
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1 INSTALLATION
The RTX system of SIM2 comprises the elements listed below
(Fig.1):
• the Display
• the DigiOptical Image Processor
• the remote control
• the DigiOptical Image Processor power supply
• three power cables for the Display
• three power cables for the DigiOptical Image Processor
• the cable with three optical fibres for the connection betw een
the DigiOptical Image Processor and the Display
• 4 1.5 V AAA-type batteries for the remote control
• the use and installation manual
If some of the accessories are missing, contact your dealer as
soon as possible.
supply.
Connect the cable of the power supply to the POWER input
located on the rear panel (Fig. 4).
Only use the power supply provided with the system or a power
supply approved by SIM2.
The Display is designed to stand on the floor . Place it on a le vel,
flat surface so that it has sufficient space for ventilation and, to
avoid reflections, do not expose it to direct sunlight or intense
light sources.
The connection to the electrical grid is located on the rear panel,
like the power switch.
Adjust the rear feet to obtain the optimum viewing angle,
according to the distance and height you sit in front of the Display
(Fig. 2).
Fig. 1
The remote control provided (IR, operating with infrared rays),
allows complete control of the system. It is only f or the DigiOptical
Image Processor and the Display and can be used by pointing
at either of the two units without distinction, since each is
equipped with an IR receiver on its front.
The connection between the two units is made with a cable
containing three optical fibres, each terminating in an LC
connector. The standard cable length (20 m, 65.6 ft), is sufficient
Fig. 2
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Fibra
Ferrula
Connettore
Tappo di
protezione
Punto di
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Protection plug
Unravelling point
Cable
Connector
Fibre
Fig. 3
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CONNECTING THE VIDEO SOURCES
Connect the cables coming from the video sources, the serial
cable coming from the external device and the fibres for
connection to the Display, to the rear panel of the DigiOptical
Image Processor.
To obtain the best performance from the RTX system, connect
the various signal sources using good quality cables designed
for video applications (impedance characteristic 75 Ω).
Make sure:
• to arrange the cables so that they are not a hindrance to
people moving around;
• to carefully insert the cables in the connectors so as not to
damage the feet;
• not to twist or crush the cables;
• not to tear the cables when disconnecting them from the
various devices.
Video sources (television receivers, VCRs, DVD players, etc.)
often have sev eral outputs. To obtain the best performance from
your system, carefully choose which output to use. Generally,
the type of signal offering the best image quality is D VI-D , followed
by RGB, Components, S-Video and Composite Video, in that
order.
However, the RTX system is equipped with an excellent Video
Decoder and De-Interlacer and therefore even infer ior quality
signals will produce extremely satisfactory results.
Table 2 shows the types of signals usually available for the most
common types of video sources and the connectors to use on
the DigiOptical Image Processor for their respective inputs.
VIDEO
Apply a Composite Video signal (CVBS) to these inputs through
a cable with an RCA-type connector.
The connector on the source is generally yellow and the
respective label often has the word VIDEO.
Although other types of signals are preferable (since the y allo w
better image quality), it is still the most used type of output and
nearly all television receivers, VCRs, DVD players, video
cameras, etc., are equipped with it.
S-VIDEO
Apply an S-Video signal to these inputs through a cable with a
mini-DIN type connector.
The corresponding output on the source can be identified by
the wording S-VIDEO or Y/C.
Almost as widespread as Composite Video , it is preferab le since
it offers a clearer and sharper image.
COMPONENT/RGBS
These inputs appear as three sets of 5 RCA connectors
(5,6,7) and a set of 5 BNC connectors (8).
RGB and Component signals can be applied to each set of
connectors.
RGB signals can have composite synchronism on the green
signal (RGsB), composite synchronism on the HV signal or
separate synchronisms on the H and V signals.
Connect the R, G, B outputs of the source to the respective R,
G, B inputs of the DigiOptical Image Processor (paying attention
not to switch them) and any synchronism signals to the HV or H
and V inputs. Regarding the three sets of RCA connectors, the
colours will help you perform the operation: the R connector is
red, G is green, B is blue, H/HV is white and V is black.
By using a suitable cable for adapting from SCART to RCA (or
BNC) type connectors, an RGB video signal coming from a
source equipped with an SCART plug output can be applied to
this input.
Component signals are connected to inputs Y, Cr and Cb, paying
attention to maintain the correspondence with the outputs on
the source.
Since the latter can be labelled in various ways , ref er to Tab le 1
to establish the correspondences between the various signals.
The connector colours can also be of help, as shown in the tab le.
for even the most demanding installations.
During installation of the optical fibre cable:
• Take particular care in handling the fibres: only handle the
cable ahead of the unrav elling point (Fig. 3). Only pull on the
cable, not on the fibres or connectors.
• Only remove the protection plug cover ing the ferrula when
inserting in the connector: if it should come in contact with
other bodies it could be damaged and rendered unusable.
• Take particular care inserting the fibres in their respective
connectors, which are located on the rear panel of the
DigiOptical Image Processor and the back of the Display (Fig.
5).
• Make sure that the fibres are not switched: make sure the
numbers shown on the fibres match those on the connectors.
• Check that the connectors are correctly inserted.
• Use the special cable clamps located on the rear panel of
the Display to prevent the connectors from being subjected
to pulling or levering.
• Make sure that the cable is not an obstacle f or persons along
its path.
• Take care not to create knots in the cable and that it does not
form an arc with radius of less than 2 cm (0.8 in) when curved.
• Keep the cab le from being pulled or jerked, as this could pull
out the connectors and damage them.
DigiOptical
Image Processor
Connector
Y (green) Y
Cr (red) P
Cb (blue)
R
Y
R-Y
Y
V
P
B
B-Y U
Video signal
source connector
Table 1
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