Installation

3.5

Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount

If you are installing a VX-44d/-55d with the optional CineWide or CineWide with AutoScope system, proceed as follows to install the anamorphic lens mounting assembly (stationary base plate or AutoScope lens motor).

1. Do not install the CineWide lens yet, only the mounting plate or

Note lens motor. You will install the CineWide lens after you install the projector and adjust the primary lens.

2.Some of the following steps are necessary only for CineWide with AutoScope installations.

Remove Projector Front

(Skip this step if you are installing a fixed CineWide anamorphic lens.)

Feet (CineWide with

Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface. Loosen and remove

AutoScope)

the two front feet on the projector.

 

Install Anamorphic Lens

 

 

Motor (CineWide with

Note

The anamorphic lens mounting kit is partially pre-assembled at the

AutoScope) or Base Plate

factory – the AutoScope lens motor and lens mounting assemblies

(fixed CineWide)

 

are both fully assembled.

CineWide with AutoScope: Line up the eight mounting holes on the lens motor housing with those on the bottom of the projector.

Secure the motor to the projector with the eight screws provided for this purpose.

Fixed CineWide: Line up the seven mounting holes on the lens mount base plate with those on the bottom of the projector, directly below the primary lens. Secure the base plate to the projector with the screws provided for this purpose.

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Runco VX-44D Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount, AutoScope or Base Plate, Fixed CineWide Are both fully assembled

VX-55D, VX-44D specifications

The Runco VX-55D and VX-44D projectors represent a pinnacle in home theater technology, offering expansive image quality and immersive viewing experiences. Runco, known for its commitment to delivering exceptional visual performance, has integrated numerous features and advanced technologies in these models.

One of the standout features of both the VX-55D and VX-44D is their native 1080p resolution, delivering stunningly sharp images with vibrant colors that capture the finest details. This high definition capability ensures that viewers can enjoy their favorite movies, sports, and gaming content with unparalleled clarity. The projectors utilize the latest DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology, which enhances brightness and color accuracy, providing a more vivid and lifelike picture.

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In terms of color processing, the VX-55D and VX-44D incorporate Runco's proprietary ColorPalette technology. This system ensures accurate and rich color reproduction by utilizing a wide color gamut, allowing viewers to experience content as the creators intended. Coupled with advanced color management capabilities, users can further tweak their viewing experience to match their preferences.

The integration of flexible installation options is another highlight of these projectors. They support up to 10-point digital keystone correction, making setup simple and adaptable to various room configurations. This flexibility ensures that no matter the space, users can achieve a perfectly aligned and geometrically accurate image.

Runco has also designed the VX-55D and VX-44D with user-friendly interfaces, including intuitive remote controls and on-screen menus. Both projectors come equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, allowing users to connect various devices seamlessly. Additionally, they support 3D content playback, a feature that has become increasingly important for enhancing the cinematic experience.

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