Quick Setup, Installation Overview | Runco VX-8D specification

Installation

3.2

Quick Setup

Table 3-1gives a quick overview of the VX-8d installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions.

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

	Step	Procedure	For Details, Refer to
	Step	Procedure	page...
			page...

	1	Choose a location for the projector	17

	2	Install CineWide lens mounting assembly (stationary base	23
	2	plate or AutoScope lens motor – optional)
		plate or AutoScope lens motor – optional)

	3	Mount the projector	28

	4	Connect the DHD Controller to the projector	29

	5	Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller	31

	6	Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional)	36

	7	Connect 12-volt trigger outputs to AutoScope lens motor	37
	7	and/or other equipment (optional)
		and/or other equipment (optional)

	8	Connect projector, DHD Controller and lens motor (if	39
	8	present) to AC power and power up
		present) to AC power and power up

	9	Primary lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom),	20, 40
	9	position (shift) and focus
		position (shift) and focus

	10	For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select	40
	10	the proper picture orientation
		the proper picture orientation

	11	Install CineWide anamorphic lens (optional)	41

	12	CineWide lens adjustments: position, pitch (angle),	41
	12	geometry and focus
		geometry and focus

		Display calibration: adjust the following for each input and	49
		display mode (resolution and frame rate); save settings
		when finished:
		• Aspect ratio
	13	• Brightness
	13	• Contrast
		• Contrast
		• Color level
		• Tint
		• Sharpness
		• White Balance

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Runco VX-8D operation manual Quick Setup, Installation Overview, Step Procedure For Details, Refer to

Contents

VX-8d Page 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 Operation Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table of Contents Xiv List of Figures Xvi Introduction About This Manual Using This Manual If you need Turn to Description, Features and Benefits Format screen Optional Accessories Controls and Functions VX-8d at a Glance Exhaust Vent RS-232C Input 9-pin, female D-Sub Power Input 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX-8d to power hereVX-8d Rear Panel DHD Controller Front Panel DHD Controller Front Panel Display Control DHD Controller RearPanel Inputs 4. USB VX-8d Remote Control Unit DHD Controller/VX-8d Remote Control Comp Component On / OFFCursor Buttons Memory Preset Buttons Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons169 Letbox Letterbox Controls and Functions Installation Remote Control Step Procedure For Details, Refer to Quick SetupInstallation Overview Installation Type Installation ConsiderationsProjector Installation Options Ambient Light Throw Distance VX-8d Lens Options and Throw Ratios Throw Range Throw Ratio Inches, withLens Option Lens Ceiling Installation Floor InstallationVertical and Horizontal Position Horizontal Lens Shift Example only Synchronization Issues Possible Audio Latency for Various Input TimingsAudio/Video Input Timing Possible Audio Latency milliseconds Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount Other Considerations Installing the AutoScope Lens Motor VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Installing the Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands AutoScope Lens Motor Installation Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate VX-8d/CineWide Adjusting the Projection Do not use the mounting screws provided with the ceilingFloor Mounting Upright Ceiling Mounting Connector Panel Access Connecting the DHDConnections to the VX-8d and DHD Controller Controller to the VX-8d 11. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the VX-8d Connecting Source Components to the DHDHdmi Source Connections See Figure Controller 13. Component Video Source Connections DTV-Set-Top Box Computer RGB Camcorder 14. Rgbhv Source Connections Gaming Console 15. Scart Rgbs Source Connections Composite and S-Video Source Connections Camcorder RS-232 Controller Connection Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment AutoScope Lens Motor Rear Connecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD Turning on the Power Connecting to AC Power Focus Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Primary Lens AdjustmentsAdjusting the Picture Orientation It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensAnamorphic Lens Installation Adjustment 21. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring Adjusting the Horizontal X Lens Position Installation Anamorphic Lens Top View Geometry Using the On-Screen Menus Operation Runco Video ServiceMain Menu Input Source Aspect RatioInput Source Aspect Ratio Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key 169Select 169 to view 169 DVDs Hdtv programs in their Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Overscan Picture Picture Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Input Position Input Position Overscan Modes Memory Presets Memory Presets Information Calibration CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color Points Color Temperature Preset Associated x/y Values Copied settings are not retained after a power cycle Copy/Paste Input Names ServiceService Exit Operation X/y Color Gamut Values Color LCD 58 and ISF Day/Night Memory Presets Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lamp Replacement Symptom Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting TipsTroubleshooting Chart Serial Communications RS-232 Connection and Port ConfigurationSerial Command Syntax Serial Commands Input Selection Commands Picture Adjust Commands Input Position Commands Output Shift Commands Enter key Exit Return key Serial Communications VX-8d Specifications SpecificationsVX-8d Specifications Home Theater Calibration Specifications Industry-Standard SpecificationsWeight without lens Limited Warranty DHD Controller Specifications DHD Controller Specifications VX-8d Dimensions VX-8d Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions Supported Signal Timings by Input Format Resolution Frequency Rate Hz MHz KHzSupported Timings Supported? √ = Yes, = No PAL-B/G/H/I PAL-M Specifications Page 020-0965-01 Rev. a February