Runco VX-55D Primary Lens Adjustments, Adjusting the Picture Orientation, Select Orientation

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Installation

To access the motorized primary lens controls:

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

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

3.Select Display Device from the Service Menu.

4.Select Configure from the Display Device menu, then select Lens.

The Lens menu gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus.

For best results, use the internal 13-point test pattern on the VX-44d/-55d when making these adjustments. (You cannot access this test pattern from the DHD Controller.) This pattern provides nine screen “zones” with 13 targets.

To access this test pattern:

1. On the VX-44d/-55d built-in keypad (see Figure 2-3), press MENU.

2.Press or to highlight Installation, then press ENTER.

3.Press or to highlight Calibration and Test Patterns, then press ENTER.

4.Press or to highlight Test Pattern, then press ENTER.

5.Select the 13 Point test pattern from the pull-down list, then press ENTER.

To focus the projected image, use the cursor buttons to highlight “In” or “Out.” Then, press and hold the ENTER button.

To make the picture smaller (zoom out), use the cursor buttons to highlight the minus sign (-). Then, press and hold the ENTER button.

To enlarge the picture (zoom in), use the cursor buttons to highlight the plus sign (+). Then, press and hold the ENTER button.

To change the lens position, use the cursor buttons to highlight “Left,” “Right,” “Up” or “Down” in the Lens menu. Then, press and hold the ENTER button to shift the lens in that direction.

When finished adjusting the lens, press EXIT repeatedly on the VX-44d/-55d built-in keypad to exit test pattern mode.

3.9

Primary Lens Adjustments

Focus and Zoom

Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift

By default, the VX-44d/-55d is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen and/or mounted on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this:

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

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

3.Select Display Device from the Service Menu.

4.Select Configure from the Display Device menu, then select Installation.

5.Select Orientation.

6.Choose Floor/Rear, Ceiling/Front or Ceiling/Rear, to match the installation method.

3.10

Adjusting the Picture Orientation

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Contents VX-44d VX-55d Page RuncoCare Standard Features RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited WarrantyRuncoCare Claim Procedure Page Copyright and Trademarks Important Safety Instructions Declaration of Conformity Compliance InformationFCC Part Page Table of Contents Install Projector Stand CineWide with AutoScope, Floor-Mount Specifications Maintenance and TroubleshootingOperation External ControlTable of Contents Xiv List of Figures Xvi About This Manual IntroductionCertain features Using This ManualSignificance. They also provide supplemental information Degrade performance or cause a malfunctionFormat screen Description, Features and BenefitsOptional Accessories VX-44d/-55d at a Glance Controls and FunctionsVX-44d/-55d Input Panel Remote EthernetInput 1 Rgbhv VX-44d/-55d Built-In Keypad Left Button UP ButtonDown Button Right ButtonRunco Icon DHD Controller Front PanelIR Sensor Vacuum Fluorescent DisplayStandby LED Menu ButtonOutputs 1. Hdmi Out DHD Controller Rear PanelDisplay Control TriggersMain Power Switch InputsMain AC Fuse DHD Controller/VX-44d/-55d Remote Control VX-44d/-55d Remote Control UnitEnter IR Output IndicatorReturn / Exit LightISF Night CinemaISF DAY CustRemote Control InstallationInstallation Overview Quick SetupInstallation must be performed by a qualified custom video Installation specialistProjector Installation Options Installation ConsiderationsInstallation Type Ambient LightVX-44d/-55d Lens Options and Throw Ratios Floor Installation Ceiling InstallationVertical and Horizontal PositionHorizontal Lens Shift Example only Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Possible Audio Latency for Various Input/Output Timings Synchronization IssuesAudio/Video Input Timing Possible Audio Latency millisecondsOther Considerations Installing the Projection LensInstalling the Optional CineWide Lens Mount AutoScope or Base PlateFixed CineWide Are both fully assembled AutoScope stand used for floor-mounted projector VX-44d/-55d MountingVX-44d/VX-55d Input Panel Connections to VX-44d/-55d and DHD ControllerComponents to the DHD Connecting SourceSections that follow Controller10. Hdmi Source Connections DTV-Set-Top Box BD/DVD DTV-STB12. Rgbhv Source Connections Computer RGB CamcorderVCR DVD/DTV STBGaming Console Camcorder Composite and S-Video Source ConnectionsConnection RS-232 ControllerAutoScope Lens Motor Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External EquipmentReceiver to the DHD Connecting an External IRInput voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between Connecting to AC PowerHdmi Turning on the PowerAdjusting the Picture Orientation Primary Lens AdjustmentsOn the VX-44d/-55d built-in keypad see -3, press Menu Focus and Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens ShiftAssembly to Lens Motor Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensCarriage Plate CineWide With AutoScope or BaseHorizontal Position X Adjustment Installation Geometry Anamorphic Lens Top ViewAre disabled Installation Lamp AdjustOptimizing Lamp and Lens Performance Navigating the Projector MenusTo using LumaCal Installation MenuLumaCal lamp calibration takes approximately two minutes Above, the Automatic Lens Calibration setting has no effect Power cyclesWorking With the Lamp Filter Replacement onMore information, refer to Lamp on More information, refer to RVR onIntensity value is not the actual lumen output, but rather a Originally expected may no longer be possibleMore easily maintained as the lamp ages Installation Operation Using the On-Screen MenusService Main MenuRunco Video Aspect Ratio Input SourceInput Source Aspect RatioRemote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key 169 Aspect Ratio SettingsSelect 169 to view 169 DVDs Hdtv programs in theirOverscan Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description KeyPicture PictureTypical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Resolution Input PositionInput Position Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below Memory Presets Memory PresetsYou must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu InformationCalibration Operation Color Temperature Preset Associated x/y Values Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color PointsDisplay Color Auto Color Enable Test Pattern Enable Description SettingCopy/Paste Copied settings are not retained after a power cycleYou must enter a passcode to access the Service menu ServiceService Should be used by ISF-certified technicians onlyInput Names Absolutely necessary, as it may cause artifacts in the image Operation Operation Operation 64 and ISF Day/Night Memory Presets Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lamp and Filter ReplacementLamp Replacement Removing the Lamp Lens Replacement Removing the Primary Lens Troubleshooting Tips Troubleshooting ChartSymptom Possible Causes Solution Configure Lens Motor Error Codes VX-44d/-55d Error CodesCode Description General Lamp FailuresCode Description Power and Cooling Tipm Image ProcessorBuilt-In Keypad Miscellaneous Code Description Panel Driver and FormatterMaintenance and Troubleshooting Serial Command Syntax Port ConfigurationExternal Control Serial CommunicationsSerial Commands Input Selection CommandsAspect Ratio Commands Image Preset Commands Output Shift Commands Exit Return key Enter keyUsing Discrete IR Codes Command BitsWith Toggle Bit = Hex Binary Function Start Remote Control With Toggle Description Button Name Bit = IR Command ListRC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller RC5 DataEnter Specifications VX-44d/-55d SpecificationsVX-44d/-55d Specifications Industry-Standard Specifications Theater Calibration SpecificationsPower Requirements VX-44d DimensionsDHD Controller Specifications DHD Controller SpecificationsVX-44d/-55d Dimensions VX-44d/-55d DimensionsFormat Resolution Frequency Rate Hz MHz KHz Supported Signal Timings by InputSupported Timings Supported? √ = Yes, = NoPAL-B/G/H/I 101 102 Page 020-0826-02 Rev. 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