Runco VX-2i manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting, Lamp Replacement Troubleshooting Tips

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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 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 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

2.Loosen the four rear Lamp Cover screws and remove the cover.

3.Remove the two lamp assembly mounting screws.

4.Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently, removing the lamp module from the projector housing.

5.Install the new lamp module.

6.Replace the lamp cover and re-tighten all screws.

7.Reset the Lamp Hour counter. To do this, select Service from the Main Menu, then Display Device, then Installation. Use the cursor buttons to highlight Reset under “Lamp Hours” and press ENTER.

Table 5-1provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the VX-2i. 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

• The VX-2i is not plugged in

• Ensure that the VX-2i is

on after initial installation. The

or the AC outlet is not

plugged in and that the AC

power LED lights red after you

active.

outlet is active.

press the power button.

 

 

 

 

 

The projector is on, but there

• Incorrect source selection.

• Select the correct source.

is no video image on-screen.

• Source component is not

• Turn on the source.

 

turned on.

 

 

 

 

A projected image from a

• DVD player is set to

• Turn off progressive scan

DVD is split or otherwise

progressive scan mode.

on the DVD player.

scrambled.

 

• Connect the DVD player to

 

 

the HD/RGB 1 or

 

 

HD/RGB 2 input.

 

 

 

Image is too bright and/or

• Contrast is set too high.

• Lower the contrast setting.

lacks definition in the bright

 

 

areas of the image.

 

 

 

 

 

Image appears “washed out”

• Brightness is set too high.

• Lower the brightness

and/or dark areas appear too

 

setting.

bright.

 

 

 

 

 

5.1

Lamp Replacement

5.2

Troubleshooting Tips

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Contents VX-2i Page For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers TWO Year Limited WarrantyEffective Warranty Date Runco INTERNATIONAL, INC Safety Precautions Table of Contents Specifications Maintenance and TroubleshootingOperation Serial CommunicationsList of Figures List of Figures About This Manual IntroductionIf you need Turn to Using This ManualKey Features and Benefits Description, Features and BenefitsOptional Accessories VX-2i at a Glance Controls and FunctionsHD1 / HD2 Analog BNC connectors Component Video RCA connectorsVideo 1 / S-VIDEO Volt 800 mA Trigger OutputsPower Input 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX-2i to power here VX-2i Remote ControlCursor Keys On / OFFVideo Comp ComponentANA Anamorphic 3 For 169 DVDs 4X3 Standard 43 Aspect Ratio Selection ButtonsLetbox Letterbox Wide VirtualWideRemote Control InstallationStep Procedure For Details, Refer to Quick SetupInstallation Type Installation ConsiderationsFlat vs. Curved Screens Other Considerations Ambient LightThrow Distance Lens Option Note Throw Dist Screen Width Minimum Maximum Throw Ratio Throw Distance RangePosition Vertical and HorizontalLens Shift Vertical Lens Shift Angle Adjusting the ProjectionMounting Folded OpticsConnecting the VX-2i to Connector Panel AccessConnections to VX-2iDigital DTV RGB Connections Digital DTV RGB Connections See FigureAnalog RGB Connections Analog Computer RGB Connections See Figure10. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections See FigureRS-232 Controller Connecting 12-VoltConnection Trigger Outputs toAdjusting the Picture Orientation Turning on the PowerOperation Using the On-Screen Menus Lens AdjustmentsFocus Zoom Shift Service ISF PresetsInput Source Aspect RatioInput Source Main MenuAspect Ratio Input Source Composite Video Component SDRemote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Aspect Ratio SettingsPicture Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness PictureTypical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Input Position Left/Right Up/Down Width Height Overscan Input PositionInformation ISF PresetsCalibration Should be used by ISF-certified technicians onlyOperation Service Tip Operation Lamp Replacement Troubleshooting Tips Maintenance and TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Causes Solution Maintenance and Troubleshooting Serial Command Syntax RS-232 Connection and Port ConfigurationCommand Parameter Value Description Min/max Stored? Serial CommunicationsSerial Communications Night YES SHARPNESS? VX-2i Specifications SpecificationsIndustry-Standard Specifications Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsPower Requirements DimensionsSpecifications are subject to change without notice Limited WarrantyVX-2i Dimensions VX-2i DimensionsPage Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual
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