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6. Serial Communications

To interface the DHD Controller with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software, connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-13.

Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no flow control. Set the baud rate to 19200, to match that of the DHD Controller RS-232 port.

6.1

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration

Serial commands to the DHD Controller take the following form:

Commands are not case-sensitive.

For a single command that takes no parameters, type the command followed by a carriage return; for example, to set the aspect ratio to Letterbox, type

LETTERBOX <Enter>.

For a single command that takes a parameter, type the command, a space or a comma and the desired value followed by a carriage return; for example, to set the brightness to -10, type BRIGHTNESS -10<Enter> or

BRIGHTNESS,-10 <Enter>.

You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line, separated by commas. For example, COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS 100,ANAMORPHIC <Enter> switches to the Composite video input, sets the brightness to 100 and sets the aspect ratio to Anamorphic. Command strings can be up to 255 characters long.

Avoid combining the ON or POWER 1 commands with other commands Note on a single line. After sending ON or POWER 1, allow at least 15

seconds for the DHD Controller to power up. Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial commands.

Table 6-1lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column shows the valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no parameters.

When you enter a valid command, the DHD Controller executes it and acknowledges it with a plus sign on the command line (+ >). When you enter an invalid command – one that is misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command – the DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >).

Table 6-1. Serial Commands

Command

Parameter

Value

Description

(min/max)

Stored?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power On/Off Commands

 

 

 

 

OFF

NA

NA

Turns projector off

 

 

 

 

ON

NA

NA

Turns projector on

 

 

 

 

POWER

0/1

NA

Turns projector on and off

 

 

 

 

POWER?

NA

NA

Returns power status

 

 

 

 

6.2

Serial Command Syntax

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Contents VX-44d VX-55d 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 Specifications Maintenance and TroubleshootingOperation Serial CommunicationsRunco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual List of Figures Xii About This Manual Certain features Using This ManualSignificance. They also provide supplemental information Degrade performance or cause a malfunctionFormat screen Description, Features and BenefitsOptional Accessories VX-44d/-55d Top/Rear/Front View VX-44d/-55d at a GlanceVX-44d/-55d Input Panel Input 1 Rgbhv RemoteEthernet VX-44d/-55d Rear-Panel Keypad Left Button UP ButtonDown Button Right ButtonRunco Icon DHD Controller Front PanelIR Sensor Vacuum Fluorescent DisplayMenu Button Composite Video Input DHD Controller Rear PanelOutputs 1. Hdmi OUT ComLink RS-232 Output Main Power SwitchRS-232 Control Port Main AC FuseDHD Controller/VX-44d/-55d Remote Control VX-44d/-55d Remote Control UnitLight IR Output IndicatorEnter ISF Night CinemaISF DAY CustRemote Control InstallationInstallation Overview Quick SetupInstallation specialist Step Procedure For Details, Refer toProjector Installation Options Installation ConsiderationsInstallation Type Ambient LightVX-44d/-55d Lens Options and Throw Ratios Floor Installation Ceiling InstallationVertical and Horizontal PositionHorizontal Lens Shift Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Folded Optics Lens Assembly Front View Installing the Projection LensFixed CineWide Are both fully assembled Installing the Optional CineWide Lens MountAutoScope or Base Plate AutoScope stand used for floor-mounted projector VX-44d/-55d MountingConnections to VX-44d/-55d and DHD Controller Connecting the VX-44d/-55d to the DHD ControllerComponents to the DHD Connecting SourceController Hdmi Connections See FigureDTV or Progressive Component YPbPr Source Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections See FigurePersonal Computer Analog Computer RGB Connections See FigureDVD Player, VCR Satellite Receiver Laser Disc etc Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections See FigureRS-232 Controller Connecting 12-VoltConnection Trigger Outputs toDHD Controller Rear Panel Connecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD ControllerInput voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between Built-in IR sensor on the DHD Controller is disabledComponent SD Ntsc 480i AnamorphicVx44/55 Turning on the PowerFocus Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjusting the Picture Orientation Primary Lens AdjustmentsIt is extremely important that the primary lens is properly Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensAdjust the Anamorphic Configure Lens MotorHorizontal Position X Adjustment Trigger CineWide withInstallation Geometry Anamorphic Lens Top ViewWrong Position Calibrating Projector Input 2 DVI Main 16. TheaterMaster Remote Control for VX-44d/-55dControl Functions TheaterMaster RemoteNavigating the Projector Menus Are disabledChannel Setup IDig PDig4x3 nt Lbx ntChannel Edit Name Auto SetupTechnical Support Size and Position MenuAnamorphic lens in the light path, the aspect ratio is Installation Values shown represent where the approximate center Adjust Pixel Tracking before Pixel PhasePicture Quality Menu Recommended see belowBack Porch Uncheck this item before exiting this menu There must be at least two consecutive white pixels presentClipping Detector Color Enable Red 256 Auto Color EnableWhite Balance Pre Calibration 256Readjust when absolutely necessary Installation MenuTo using LumaCal LumaCal lamp calibration takes approximately two minutesPower cycles Originally 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 Operation Using the On-Screen MenusService ISF PresetsInput Source Aspect RatioAspect Ratio Main MenuInput Source Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Aspect Ratio SettingsSelect Anamorphic to view DVDs and HdtvCinema Picture 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 Left/Right Up/Down Width Height Overscan ResolutionInput Position Information ISF PresetsISF Presets ISF Night ISF Day Custom Save Factory Default Should be used by ISF-certified technicians only You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menuCalibration Service You must enter a passcode to access the Service menuButton takes you from top to bottom in the left column, then Input Names Restore Composite Video Component SDKeystone Correction Vertical Keystone CorrectionUsed only for aspect ratio control and input selection ADC Bandwidth Auto YPbPr Input ResolutionHD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 Color Space Select Auto, RGB or YUV AutoOperation Operation Removing the Lamp Door Lamp and Filter ReplacementRemoving the Lamp 147 Lamp Message Lamp Limit Lamp Mode Power IntensityLamp S/N RVRRemoving the Primary Lens Lens ReplacementSymptom Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting TipsTroubleshooting Chart Configure Lens Motor Code Description General VX-44d/-55d Error CodesError Codes Code Description Lamp Failures Power and CoolingPanel Driver and Formatter Code Description Tipm Image ProcessorBuilt-In Keypad Code Description Miscellaneous Serial Commands RS-232 Connection and Port ConfigurationSerial Command Syntax Aspect Ratio Commands Image Preset Commands Output Shift Commands Bkgnd Enter key Command Parameter Value Min/maxVX-44d/-55d Specifications VX-44d/-55d SpecificationsIndustry-Standard Specifications Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsPower Requirements VX-44d DimensionsSpecifications are subject to change without notice Limited WarrantyDHD Controller Specifications DHD Controller SpecificationsVX-44d/-55d Dimensions VX-44d/-55d Dimensions100 Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Page Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual RUMA-011195