Runco VX-55D, VX-44D operation manual Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key, Overscan

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Operation

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)

 

Remote

 

 

 

 

Aspect Ratio

Control

Description

 

Key

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cinema

CINEMA

 

 

 

Select Cinema to view 2.35

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source material in its native

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

aspect ratio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With a 16:9 screen and a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

non-CineWide projector (no

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.35:1 Image on

 

 

 

anamorphic lens), the upper and

 

 

 

 

 

 

lower portions of the screen are

 

 

 

16:9 Screen

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Cinema aspect ratio / no CineWide)

 

 

 

masked, but the geometry of the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

active image area is unchanged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With a 2.35:1 screen and a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.35:1 Image on

 

 

 

CineWide-equipped projector,

 

 

 

 

 

 

the DHD Controller scales the

 

 

 

2.35:1 Screen

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Cinema aspect ratio / CineWide)

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Virtual Cinema

SVC

 

 

 

 

 

A 16:9 image is scaled

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NON-linearly (more on the sides

 

 

 

16:9 IImage on

 

 

 

than in the center) to fit a 2.35:1

 

 

 

22..35:1 Screen

 

 

 

screen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

16:9 Image on

2.35:1 Screen with

Virtual Cinema

Native

(none)

 

Select Native to display the

 

 

 

 

source signal in its native

 

 

 

resolution, centered in the

 

 

1080i HDTV Image

display area with no re-sizing or

 

 

 

overscan.

720p HDTV Image

This means, for example, that 720p HDTV programs will display with unused pixels on all sides: 320 on the left and right sides and 180 above and below.

With SDTV and EDTV sources, the DHD Controller scales the image horizontally to achieve a 16:9 aspect ratio.

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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 Ethernet RemoteInput 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 TriggersInputs Main Power SwitchMain 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 LensAutoScope or Base Plate Installing the Optional CineWide Lens MountFixed 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 CamcorderDVD/DTV STB VCRGaming 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 MenusInstallation Menu To using LumaCalLumaCal 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 MenusMain Menu ServiceRunco 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 Input Position ResolutionInput Position Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below Memory Presets Memory PresetsInformation You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menuCalibration 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 Lamp and Filter Replacement Maintenance and TroubleshootingLamp Replacement Removing the Lamp Lens Replacement Removing the Primary Lens Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting TipsSymptom Possible Causes Solution Configure Lens Motor Error Codes VX-44d/-55d Error CodesCode Description General Lamp FailuresTipm Image Processor Code Description Power and CoolingBuilt-In Keypad Miscellaneous Code Description Panel Driver and FormatterMaintenance and Troubleshooting Serial Command Syntax Port ConfigurationExternal Control Serial CommunicationsInput Selection Commands Serial CommandsAspect Ratio Commands Image Preset Commands Output Shift Commands Exit Return key Enter keyCommand Bits Using Discrete IR CodesWith 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 VX-44d/-55d Specifications 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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