Runco VX-60d, VX-40d, VX-50d, VX-80d manual More easily maintained as the lamp ages

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HOW LONG CAN I MAINTAIN BRIGHTNESS? The VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d can maintain your “Intensity” setting until the required power reaches the maximum rating for the lamp. The lower the setting, the longer it will take to reach this threshold and the longer you can maintain the desired brightness. Keep in mind that once the lamp power reaches its maximum wattage (see “Power,” above), this tracking is no longer possible. At this point, the lamp will gradually begin to dim as usual, even though your original “Intensity” value will still appear in the menu. To resume accurate tracking, reduce the intensity setting so that the resulting “Power” value is less than its maximum—the lower the intensity, the longer it can be maintained.

For example, a 1000-Watt lamp can be driven at no more than 1000 Watts. To produce desired brightness at the screen, a new lamp would likely need less than this maximum rating — perhaps 812 Watts (example only). Over time, however, the lamp requires more and more current in order to generate the desired light, until eventually the lamp wattage reaches its 1000-Watt maximum and the lamp power automatically levels off. At this point, the tracking function terminates (that is, the power level stabilizes) and the lamp begins to dim normally. Either reduce your “Intensity” setting or replace the lamp.

Do not lower the “Intensity” so much that the corresponding “Power” value reaches its minimum — the intensity setting will be inaccurate and cannot be maintained.

Note

1. Lamps become more stable over time, thus a specific intensity is

more easily maintained as the lamp ages.

2.Intensity can be set only if the lamp is in “Intensity” mode

3.Intensity cannot exceed the output of Max Brightness mode.

Optical Aperture: The optical aperture inside the projector controls the diameter of the light beam passing through the system. With a fully open aperture (slidebar default of “0”), the maximum amount of light passes through for maximum brightness in your images. Increase the slidebar setting to reduce the aperture diameter and maximize contrast ratio instead.

Lamp History (read-only):Lamp History shows the lamps most recently installed and recorded in the projector. The Lamp History automatically updates whenever you record a new lamp serial number; the new lamp is added to the end of the list.

Change Lamp: Select Change Lamp from the Lamp menu to record the serial number for a newly-installed lamp. For detailed lamp replacement instructions, refer to Lamp and Filter Replacement on page 73.

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Contents VX-40d / VX-50d VX-60d / VX-80d Page For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers TWO Year Limited WarrantyEffective Warranty Date Runco INTERNATIONAL, INC Safety Precautions Table of Contents Install Projector Stand CineWide with AutoScope, Floor-Mount Serial Communications Maintenance and TroubleshootingSpecifications OperationTable of Contents List of Figures Xii About This Manual Degrade performance or cause a malfunction Using This ManualCertain features Significance. They also provide supplemental informationDescription, Features and Benefits Runco Optional AccessoriesVX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Top/Rear/Front View VX-40d/-50d/-60d/ -80d at a GlanceVX-40d/-50d/-60d/ -80d Input Panel Rear Foot Stationary Power Input 100 to 240 VACInput 2 DVI RS232RS232 OUT Not used RS422 Not used Gpio Not used Input 3 Video / Input 4 S-VideoVX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d has its own internal menu system VX-40d/-50d/-60d/ -80d Rear-Panel KeypadFocus ZoomExit Menu Navigation ButtonsInput 1 BNC HelpDHD Controller Front Panel DHD Controller Front PanelOutputs DHD Controller Rear PanelVideo 1 / S-VIDEO HD1 / HD2 Analog BNC connectorsComponent Video RCA connectors Inputs 3. DVI 1 / DVI 2 DigitalDHD Controller Remote ControlVideo On / OFFCursor Buttons For more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table4X3 Standard 43 Memory Preset Buttons ISF NT NightAspect Ratio Selection Buttons ANA AnamorphicControls and Functions Installation Step Procedure For Details, Refer to Quick SetupInstallation Overview Installation specialistAmbient Light Installation ConsiderationsProjector Installation Options Installation TypeMinimum Maximum VX-40d/-50d Lens Options and Throw RatiosThrow Ratio Throw Distance Range Lens Option Note Throw DistLens Option Note Throw Dist Screen Width Minimum Maximum VX-60d/-80d Lens Options and Throw RatiosPosition Vertical and HorizontalScreen center are aligned with each other Horizontal Lens ShiftFolded Optics Lens Assembly Front View 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 Ceiling Mounting Adjusting the ProjectionMounting VX-40d/-50d/-60d/ -80d Floor MountingConnecting the DHD Controller to VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Connector Panel AccessConnecting Source 10. Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections See Figure11. Analog RGB Connections Analog Computer RGB Connections See Figure12. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections See FigureTrigger Outputs to Connecting 12-VoltRS-232 Controller ConnectionInput voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between Connecting to AC PowerYou must enter a passcode to access the Service menu Turning on the PowerSelecting the Input Source Focus Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjusting the Picture Orientation Primary Lens AdjustmentsWith AutoScope or Base Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensAssembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate CineWideHorizontal Position X Adjustment Too Low Correct position Too High Geometry Wrong Position Correct PositionCalibrating Projector Inputs Main TheaterMaster Remote 1. Power Button Control Functions Channel Setup Are disabledNavigating the Projector Menus 17. Copying a Channel You cannot use Auto Setup with a locked channel. Copy Auto SetupNative aspect ratio is with the primary lens only. With an 18. Resize Presets No ResizingInstallation Values shown represent where the approximate center Adjust Pixel Tracking before Pixel PhaseRecommended see below Experienced technicians use the Input Levels submenu Input Levels are not applicable to DVI InputOn an internal grayscale test pattern Uncheck this item before exiting this menu There must be at least two consecutive white pixels presentOriginally expected may no longer be possible Working With the LampIntensity value is not the actual lumen output, but rather a More easily maintained as the lamp ages Installation Operation Using the On-Screen MenusAspect Ratio ISF PresetsService Input SourceHD Pass Thru 1 HD Pass Thru Main MenuInput Source Aspect RatioRemote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Aspect Ratio SettingsPicture Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness PictureTypical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Input Position ResolutionInput Position Left/Right Up/Down Width Height Overscan Serial Number Hardware Firmware 0002.003A Date Mar 15 ISF PresetsISF Presets ISF Night ISF Day Custom Save Factory Default InformationCalibration You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menuOperation Input Names Restore Composite Video Component SD ServiceTip HD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 Color Space Select Auto, RGB or YUV ADC Bandwidth Auto YPbPr Input ResolutionAuto Operation Removing the Lamp Door Lamp and Filter ReplacementRemoving the Lamp Lamp is accurate Recording the Serial Number of a New LampRemoving the Primary Lens Lens ReplacementTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting TipsSymptom Possible Causes Solution Power down the projector Error Codes VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Error CodesCode Description General Code Description Lamp Failures Power and CoolingBuilt-In Keypad Code Description Tipm Image ProcessorPanel Driver and Formatter Code Description Miscellaneous Command RS-232 Connection and Port ConfigurationSerial Command Syntax Serial CommandsVIRTUAL235 YES Aspect Ratio CommandsImage Preset Commands Output Shift Commands Value Description Min/max Stored? Input Position CommandsBkgnd Serial Communications VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Specifications VX-40d/-50d/-60d/ -80d SpecificationsVX-50d/-80d Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsIndustry-Standard Specifications Power Requirements VX-40d/-60dSpecifications are subject to change without notice DimensionsWeight without lens Limited WarrantyDHD Controller Specifications DHD Controller SpecificationsVX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Dimensions VX-40d/-50d/-60d/ -80d DimensionsSpecifications Page Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual
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