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1. Introduction

This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco Video Extreme™ Series DLP Projector (Models VX-44d and VX-55d) and DHD Controller.

Throughout this manual, the Runco Video Extreme DLP Projector and DHD Controller are referred to as the “VX-44d/-55d.” The information in this manual applies to both projectors except where otherwise indicated.

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About This Manual

Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the	Target Audience
most out of the VX-44d/-55d.

Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.runco.com.

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Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify	Textual and Graphic
the information and instructions provided:	Conventions
• Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for
example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”
• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type LETTERBOX <Enter>.”
• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>,
<Esc> and <Tab>.
• <Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your
keyboard if it has both keys.
In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used
to highlight important information, as in this example:

A carriage return must be used after each command or string.

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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 Ethernet RemoteInput 1 Rgbhv VX-44d/-55d Rear-Panel Keypad Left Button UP ButtonDown Button Right ButtonRunco Icon DHD Controller Front PanelIR Sensor Vacuum Fluorescent DisplayMenu Button Outputs 1. Hdmi OUT DHD Controller Rear PanelComposite Video Input ComLink RS-232 Output Main Power SwitchRS-232 Control Port Main AC FuseDHD Controller/VX-44d/-55d Remote Control VX-44d/-55d Remote Control UnitEnter IR Output IndicatorLight 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 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 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 RemoteChannel Setup Are disabledNavigating the Projector Menus IDig PDig4x3 nt Lbx ntChannel Edit Name Auto SetupAnamorphic lens in the light path, the aspect ratio is Size and Position MenuTechnical Support 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 RatioInput Source Main MenuAspect Ratio 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 ResolutionInput Position Left/Right Up/Down Width Height Overscan ISF Presets ISF Night ISF Day Custom Save Factory Default ISF PresetsInformation Calibration You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menuShould be used by ISF-certified technicians only 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 ReplacementTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting TipsSymptom Possible Causes Solution Configure Lens Motor Error Codes VX-44d/-55d Error CodesCode Description General Code Description Lamp Failures Power and CoolingBuilt-In Keypad Code Description Tipm Image ProcessorPanel Driver and Formatter Code Description Miscellaneous Serial Command Syntax RS-232 Connection and Port ConfigurationSerial Commands 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