Installation

3.13

Working With the Lamp

Lamp Adjust

Lamp Hours

147

Lamp S/N

123456789

1. Lamp Message

2.Lamp Limit 1000

3. Lamp Mode Power

4.Power 500

5.

Intensity

0

6.

RVR

3

7.Lamp History

8.Change Lamp

9.Reserved

Access the Lamp Adjust menu to:

•Choose a lamp mode for regulating power and light output.

•Change the optical aperture size.

•View information pertaining to past and present lamps.

•Record the lamp serial number in the projector’s memory.

Lamp Hours (read-only):Lamp Hours shows the number of hours logged on the current lamp. Whenever you record a new lamp serial number, the VX-44d/-55d automatically resets this value to zero and begins to log time for the new lamp.

Lamp S/N (read-only):Lamp S/N is the serial number recorded for the current lamp. When you install a new lamp and enter its serial number, the number appears here.

Lamp Message: Enter a check mark for Lamp Message to enable a warning message that appears upon power-up when the lamp has reached the specified lamp limit and should be replaced. Delete the check mark to prevent display of this message – instead, when your lamp expires, only the status display messages on the back of the projector will provide a visual warning to replace the lamp.

1. It is recommended that the Lamp Message check box remain

Note enabled.

2.When a lamp warning message appears, press EXIT to temporarily dismiss the warning. The message will continue to appear upon power-up until you install a new lamp.

Lamp Limit: Set Lamp Limit to the number of hours you expect to log on the current lamp before replacing it. This will trigger a lamp message on-screen (if enabled).

Note

1. If you change modes over the life of a lamp, the lamp limit you

originally expected may no longer be possible.

2.Turning the lamp on and off reduces lamp life significantly, as do other factors.

3.It is recommended that Lamp Limit not exceed the expected lamp life, otherwise a lamp could become dangerously fragile with overuse.

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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.

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In summary, the Runco VX-55D and VX-44D projectors are characterized by their high-definition resolution, advanced DLP technology, rich color processing, and flexible installation options, making them ideal choices for any home theater enthusiast looking to elevate their viewing experience.
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