Considerations, Installation Type | Runco LS-5, LS-3 specification

Installation

3.3	Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are
Installation	installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into
Considerations	account to ensure your projector performs optimally.
Considerations
Installation Type ➤	Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or
	inverted mount. Table 3-2compares these various installation methods.
	Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options

	Advantages	Considerations

	Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation

	• Easy to set up	• Shares floor space with audience
	• Can be moved or changed quickly
	• Easy to access

	Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

	• Does not take up audience space	• Installation is more permanent
	• Projector is unobtrusive	• Projector access is more difficult
	• Projector cannot be accidentally moved

	Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation

	• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
	• Projector is easily accessed	• Installation cost is usually higher
	• Usually good ambient light rejection

	Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation

	• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
	• Usually good ambient light rejection	• Installation cost is usually higher

	Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror

	• Projector is completely hidden	• Requires separate room
	• Usually good ambient light rejection	• Installation cost is usually higher
	• Requires less space behind screen than
	other rear screen installations

16	Runco LS-3/LS-5 Installation/Operation Manual

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Runco LS-5, LS-3 operation manual Considerations, Projector Installation Options, Installation Type

Contents

LS-3 Series LS-5 Series LS-3 LS-3/CineWide LS-5 LS-5/CineWidePage RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited Warranty RuncoCare Standard Features RuncoCare Claim Procedure Page Copyright and Trademarks Important Safety Instructions Compliance Information Declaration of Conformity FCC Part Page Table of Contents Maintenance and Troubleshooting Operation Specifications Serial Communications Table of Contents Xiv List of Figures List of Figures Xvi Introduction About This Manual Using This Manual If you need Turn to Description, Features and Benefits Additional Features of the LS-5 Controls and Functions LS-3/LS-5 at a Glance Source LS-3/LS-5 Rear/Bottom/Top View Runco Logo Badge Page Page LS-3/LS-5 Remote Control Projector on PIP Operation InstallationRemote Control IR Reception Angles Quick Setup Installation OverviewStep Procedure For Details, Refer Installation Projector Installation OptionsInstallation Type Considerations Ambient Light Throw Distance Position Throw Ratios for the LS-3/LS-5 SeriesVertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Horizontal Lens Shift Example Only Other Considerations Installing the Optional CineWide Lens MountFolded Optics Do not use the mounting screws provided with the ceiling Installing the FixedCineWide Base Plate Mounting the LS-3/LS-5 LS-3/LS-5 Connector Panel AccessConnections to Connecting Source Components to the LS-3/LS-5 HDMI/DVI Connections See Figure RGB Connections Page 11. Composite and S-Video Connections RS-232 Controller Connection Connecting 12-Volt Connecting an External IRTrigger Output to External Theater Equipment Turning on the Power Lens Adjustments Connecting to AC PowerFocus and Zoom Lens Shift Zoom Out Focus Zoom Installation Changing the OSD Language Adjusting the Picture Orientation Rear Projection Ceiling Mode Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly Adjusting the Lens Height and Angle Correct Lens Angle Incorrect Lens Angle Operation Selecting Video MemorySelecting an Aspect Ratio Selecting An Input Source Using Picture-In-Picture PIP Available Main and PIP Source CombinationsPIP Input Source Main Using the On-Screen Menus LS-3/LS-5 OSD Menu Structure Main LS-3/LS-5 Main Menu Aspect Ratio Settings 169 169 Narrow Native You must enter a passcode to access the Save ISF Typical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Operation Overscan Examples Source Select Sub-Menu Advanced LS-3/LS-5 Advanced Menu Operation X/y Color Gamut Values Color RGB Adjust Sub-Menu 10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu Operation System 11. LS-3/LS-5 System Menu 12. Source Enable Sub-Menu PBP1 PBP2 14. PIP Split-Screen Mode Control Page Language 15. LS-3/LS-5 Service Menu OSD menus are not available when in test pattern mode Operation Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lamp Replacement Symptom Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting TipsTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Chart Maintenance and Troubleshooting Key Commands Serial Communications Serial Command Key Names and IR Codes RS232 Remote Button IR Code Description Keyname Set Gam.crt Operations Control Commands Function Action on unit Lit.tog Serial Commands Operation Commands Values Save.mem Source.sel = ? Satco = ? Auto.pow.off = ? Act.source Status RS-232 Error Codes Error Code LED Indication DescriptionPage LS-3/LS-5 Specifications Dimensions Weight without lensOperating Temperature Universal Power Supply LS-3/LS-5 Dimensions 1shows the LS-3/LS-5 dimensions, in millimeters Supported Signal Timings by Input Supported Timings PAL-B/G