1080p, 3-chip Digital Light ProcessingTM Projector and DHD Controller
VX-22d
OW N E R ’S OP E R A T I N G MA N U A L
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Safety Precautions
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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions
Installation
Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Motor
Lamp Replacement
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Filter Replacement
Specifications
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Table of Contents
Runco VX-22d Owner’s Operating Manual
List of Figures
Runco VX-22d Owner’s Operating Manual
List of Figures
1. Introduction
A carriage return must be used after each command or string
About This Manual
Target Audience
certain features
1.2 Using This Manual
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or
DANGER
1.3 Description, Features and Benefits
Key Features and Benefits
format screen
Optional Accessories
2.1 VX-22d at a Glance
2. Controls and Functions
Figure 2-1. VX-22d Front/Bottom/Side View 1. INTAKE VENT
2. LENS OPENING 3. RUNCO LOGO
Figure 2-2. VX-22d Rear Panel 1. LAMP COVER
2.2 VX-22d Rear Panel
2. RUN LED
3. LEFT BUTTON
10. POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX-22d to power here
8. SOFT POWER BUTTON
11. SERVICE PORT
9. PATTERN BUTTON
Figure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel 1. RUNCO ICON
2.3 DHD Controller Front Panel
2. IR SENSOR
3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY VFD
14. SOFT POWER BUTTON
10. ISSUE LED
6. DOWN BUTTON
7. RIGHT BUTTON
5. SERVICE ONLY For future use 6. WIRED REMOTE
3. MAIN POWER SWITCH
When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected
Note to the wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the DHD
8. 12-VOLT 750 mA TRIGGER OUTPUTS
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode
9. HDMI I 1 / HDMI II 2 Digital
10. HD3 INPUT
2.5 VX-22d Remote Control
Figure 2-5. VX-22d Remote Control
Controls and Functions
1. LIGHT
5. Picture Adjustment Buttons BRT Brightness
2. ON / OFF
3. Source Selection Buttons VID
ISF NIGHT
6. Memory Preset Buttons CUST1
ISF DAY
CUST2
3. Installation
3.1 Remote Control
Notes on Batteries Notes on Remote Control Operation
Table 3-1. Installation Overview
3.2 Quick Setup
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video
installation specialist
Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options
3.3 Installation Considerations
Installation Type
Ambient Light
Figure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance
Table 3-3. VX-22d Lens Options and Throw Ratios
Floor Installation
Ceiling Installation
Figure 3-2. Projector Placement
Vertical and Horizontal
Installation
Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift EXAMPLE ONLY
lens or projector is used in this example
100% Width Lens Shift 1.0 x W 50% Width Lens Shift 0.5 x W
Table 3-4. VX-22d Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits
Folded Optics
Figure 3-5. Folded Optics
Other Considerations
3.4 Installing the Primary Projection Lens
3. Remove the Lens Cavity Front Cover 4. Remove the Rear Lens Cap
unexpected disconnection or lens damage
3.5 Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Motor
Remove Projector Front
Feet
Motor
Install AutoScope Lens
lens motor housing with those on the
Installation
Install Ceiling Mount
Extension Brackets
Figure 3-6. VX-22d With Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets
Adjusting the Projection
projector. Install the mount kit according to the instructions
3.6 Mounting the VX-22d
Floor Mounting Upright
Connecting the DHD
Connector Panel Access
You CANNOT connect a signal source with DVI output directly to
Figure 3-7. Connecting the VX-22d to the DHD Controller
HDMI Connections See Figure
Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller
Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest
Figure 3-8. HDMI Source Connections
Installation
Figure 3-9. Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections HD1, HD2
B/Pb
R/Pr
Installation
Figure 3-10. Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections HD3
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DTV or Progressive Component YPbPr Source
Figure 3-11. Analog RGB Connections
Analog Computer RGB Connections See Figure
Installation
Personal Computer
DVD Player, VCR Satellite Receiver Laser Disc etc
S-Video/Composite Video Connections See Figure
Figure 3-12. S-Video and Composite Video Connections
Installation
RS-232 Controller
to Automation/ Control System or PC
Connection
Figure 3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection
Figure 3-14. 12-volt Trigger Output Connections
Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Equipment
built-in IR sensor on the DHD Controller is disabled
Connecting an External IR
Receiver to the DHD
Controller
3.9 Adjusting the Picture Orientation
3.8 Turning on the Power
Connecting to AC Power
to a 200-240 VAC power source
3.10
Adjustments
Primary Lens
Focus
Attach Lens Mounting Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate
3.11 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens
Figure 3-16. VX-22d Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View
It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly
Figure 3-17. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Adapter Ring
Adjusting the Horizontal X Lens Position
Configure Lens Motor Trigger Adjust the Anamorphic Lens
ENTER
Too Low Correct position Too High
There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is
Installation
Anamorphic Lens Top View
Correct Position Wrong Position
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Wrong Position
Adjusting the Geometry
4. Operation
4.1 Using the On-Screen Menus
Service
ISF Presets
Input Source
Aspect Ratio
Main Menu
Note resolution
Input Source
The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and
Operation
Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings
Picture
Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings continued
Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness
When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a
gray
Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast
yellow
cyan
yellow
gray
cyan
green
Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness
and resolution
Input Position
Information
ISF Presets
Calibration
You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu
ISF Day - Display Color Refer to ISF Night - Display Color
Gain/Offset Refer to ISF Night - Display Color, above
ISF Day - Input Image Refer to ISF Night - Input Image
ISF Day - Input Color Refer to ISF Night - Input Color
Service
or DHD Controller front panel to enter and exit test pattern mode
effect the next time you select that input not immediately
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu
and ISF Day/Night presets page
5.1 Lamp Replacement
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
at all times. Lamps may explode if dropped or mishandled
If you inhale the mercury vapor, see a physician immediately
Side Filter Access Panel
5.2 Filter Replacement
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart
5.3 Troubleshooting Tips
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Serial Command Syntax
6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration 6.2
If you are using a PC to communicate with the DHD Controller
6. Serial Communications
Table 6-1. Serial Commands
Table 6-1. Serial Commands continued
MBR Enter MNR Enter MNR Enter MNR Enter MNR Enter MNR Enter
EXIT Enter
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Serial Communications
VX-22d Specifications
7. Specifications
Table 7-1. VX-22d Specifications
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Specifications
Table 7-1. VX-22d Specifications continued
Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications
7.2 DHD Controller Specifications
Specifications
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Specifications
7.3 VX-22d Dimensions
3.91 10.08 16.26
10.23
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