Runco VX-55D manual Troubleshooting Tips, Troubleshooting Chart, Symptom Possible Causes Solution

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Table 5-1provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the VX-44d/-55d. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or 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-44d/-55d is not

•

Ensure that the

on after initial installation.

 

plugged in or the AC outlet

 

VX-44d/-55d is plugged in

 

 

is not active.

 

and that the AC outlet is

 

 

 

 

active.

 

• The DHD Controller is not

• Ensure that the DHD

 

 

plugged in or the AC outlet

 

Controller is plugged in

 

 

is not active.

 

and that the AC outlet is

 

 

 

 

active.

 

•

The remote control

•

Replace the batteries.

 

 

batteries have run out.

 

 

 

• The serial connection from

• Ensure that the RS-232

 

 

the DHD Controller to the

 

output from the DHD

 

 

VX-44d/-55d is incorrect.

 

Controller is properly

 

 

 

 

connected to the RS-232C

 

 

 

 

input on the VX-44d/-55d

 

 

 

 

(see Figure 3-8).

 

 

 

 

The projector and DHD

•

Lens cover is on or shutter

• Ensure that the lens cover

Controller are both on, but

 

is closed.

 

is off and the shutter is

there is no picture and

 

 

 

open.

on-screen menus do not

•

Lamp failed to ignite.

• Ensure that the lamp door

appear.

 

 

 

is closed. If it is and the

 

 

 

 

problem persists, replace

 

 

 

 

the lamp.

 

• Faulty or incorrect video

• Ensure that the HDMI

 

 

connection between the

 

output from the DHD

 

 

DHD Controller and the

 

Controller are properly

 

 

VX-44d/-55d.

 

connected to the video

 

 

 

 

inputs on the VX-44d/-55d

 

 

 

 

(see Figure 3-8).

 

 

 

 

The display is on and menus

•

Incorrect source selection.

• Select the correct source.

appear, but there is no

•

Source component is not

• Turn on the source

picture.

 

turned on.

 

component.

 

•

Source component is

•

Check connections from

 

 

connected incorrectly or

 

source component to DHD

 

 

not at all.

 

Controller.

 

 

 

 

A projected image from a

•

DVD player is connected

• Turn off progressive scan

DVD is split or otherwise

 

to the Component input

 

on the DVD player. Or,

scrambled.

 

and set to progressive

 

connect the DVD player to

 

 

scan mode.

 

the HD1 or HD2 input.

 

 

 

 

Image appears “squeezed” or

•

Incorrect aspect ratio

• Select a different aspect

vertically stretched into cen-

 

selection.

 

ratio.

ter of screen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.3

Troubleshooting Tips

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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 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 informationFormat 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 Right Button UP ButtonLeft Button Down ButtonVacuum Fluorescent Display DHD Controller Front PanelRunco Icon IR SensorMenu Button Composite Video Input DHD Controller Rear PanelOutputs 1. Hdmi OUT Main AC Fuse Main Power SwitchRS-232 Output RS-232 Control PortDHD Controller/VX-44d/-55d Remote Control VX-44d/-55d Remote Control UnitLight IR Output IndicatorEnter Cust CinemaISF Night ISF DAYRemote Control InstallationStep Procedure For Details, Refer to Quick SetupInstallation Overview Installation specialistAmbient Light Installation ConsiderationsProjector Installation Options Installation TypeVX-44d/-55d Lens Options and Throw Ratios Position Ceiling InstallationFloor Installation Vertical and HorizontalHorizontal Lens Shift Example only 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 ControllerHdmi Connections See Figure Connecting SourceComponents to the DHD Controller10. Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections 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 FigureTrigger Outputs to Connecting 12-VoltRS-232 Controller ConnectionConnecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD Controller 14. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger OutputsInput voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between Built-in IR sensor on the DHD Controller is disabledComponent SD Ntsc 480i 169Vx44/55 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 LensTrigger CineWide with Configure Lens MotorAdjust the Anamorphic Horizontal Position X AdjustmentInstallation 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 Lbx nt PDigIDig 4x3 ntChannel Edit Name Auto SetupTechnical Support Size and Position MenuAnamorphic lens in the light path, the aspect ratio is Installation Recommended see below Adjust Pixel Tracking before Pixel PhaseValues shown represent where the approximate center Picture Quality MenuBack Porch Uncheck this item before exiting this menu There must be at least two consecutive white pixels present256 256 Auto Color EnableClipping Detector Color Enable Red White Balance Pre CalibrationLumaCal lamp calibration takes approximately two minutes Installation MenuReadjust when absolutely necessary To using LumaCalPower 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 MenusAspect Ratio ISF PresetsService Input SourceAspect Ratio Main MenuInput Source Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Aspect Ratio SettingsCinema 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 Serial Number Hardware Firmware 0100.023A Date ISF PresetsISF Presets ISF Night ISF Day Custom Save Factory Default InformationShould be used by ISF-certified technicians only You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menuCalibration Operation Input Names Restore Composite Video Component SD ServiceYou must enter a passcode to access the Service menu Vertical Keystone Correction Do not change the Type setting in this menuAuto ADC Bandwidth Auto YPbPr Input ResolutionHD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 Color Space Select Auto, RGB or YUV Operation Operation Removing the Lamp Door Lamp and Filter ReplacementRemoving the Lamp RVR Lamp Message Lamp Limit Lamp Mode Power Intensity147 Lamp S/NRemoving 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 SpecificationsDimensions Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsIndustry-Standard Specifications Power Requirements VX-44dSpecifications 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 Rev 02-01-07
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