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Troubleshooting
Specs
Install
CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram
2. Projector Placement
Warranty
Dimension
Port Configuration
Connecting the DHD
Synchronization Issues
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Contents
DLPTM Home Theater Projector
VX-8d
I N S T A L L A T I O N / O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L
and Digital High Definition DHD Controller/Scaler/Processor
Page
Warranty Coverage
RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited Warranty
RuncoCare Standard Features
Length of Warranty
RuncoCare Claim Procedure
Warranty Exclusions
Online Product Registration
Extended Service Options
Limitation of Implied Warranties
Effect of Local Law
Exclusion of Damages
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS
Important Safety Instructions
Compliance Information
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
FCC PART
INDUSTRY CANADA ICES-003
IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of Contents
RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited Warranty
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Other Considerations
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Specifications
External Control
Table of Contents
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List of Figures
VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount
4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram
VX-8d Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount
VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions
1.1 About This Manual
A carriage return must be used after each command or string
1. Introduction
Target Audience
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or
1.2 Using This Manual
certain features
DANGER
1.3 Description, Features and Benefits
format screen
Optional Accessories
Figure 2-1. VX-8d Front/Bottom/Side/Top Views
2. Controls and Functions
2.1 VX-8d at a Glance
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3. EXHAUST VENT
1. PROJECTION LENS
2. RUNCO LOGO
4. INTAKE VENT
Figure 2-2. VX-8d Rear Panel
4. POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX-8d to power here
VX-8d Rear Panel
1. LAMP COVER
2. IR SENSOR
2.3 DHD Controller Front Panel
Figure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel 1. RUNCO ICON
3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
7. RIGHT BUTTON
DHD Controller Rear
Panel
8. MENU BUTTON
Inputs 4. USB
7. Component / SCART 5 x RCA connectors
13. MAIN POWER SWITCH
5. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 Digital
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2.5 VX-8d Remote Control Unit
Figure 2-5. DHD Controller/VX-8d Remote Control
Controls and Functions
3. ENTER
1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR
2. ON / OFF
4. Cursor Buttons
LETBOX Letterbox
14. Memory Preset Buttons ISF NIGHT
10. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons
V-WIDE VirtualWide
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Controls and Functions
installation specialist
3. Installation
3.1 Remote Control
Notes on Batteries Notes on Remote Control Operation
Installation
3.2 Quick Setup
Table 3-1. Installation Overview
Procedure
Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options
3.3 Installation Considerations
Installation Type
Throw Distance
Ambient Light
Figure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance
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Table 3-3. VX-8d Lens Options and Throw Ratios
Installation
Throw Range in
Figure 3-2. Projector Placement
Ceiling Installation
Floor Installation
Vertical and Horizontal
Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift EXAMPLE ONLY
Screen Center 0%
Figure 3-5. Folded Optics
Synchronization Issues
Table 3-4. Possible Audio Latency for Various Input Timings
Audio/Video
1. Do not install the CineWide lens yet, only the fixed CineWide
3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount
Other Considerations
VX-8d/CineWide with
Installing the AutoScope
Lens Motor
AutoScope
Figure 3-7. Installing the Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS
Installation
Figure 3-8. AutoScope Lens Motor Installation
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Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate VX-8d/CineWide
projector. Install the mount kit according to the instructions
installation, one method may be more suitable than another
ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture
Adjusting the Projection
Figure 3-10. Connecting the VX-8d to the DHD Controller
Connector Panel Access
Connecting the DHD
3.6 Connections to the VX-8d and DHD Controller
VX-8d
Figure 3-11. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the VX-8d
To/From DHD Controller
6-position RJ-11 Male
HDMI Source Connections See Figure
Connecting Source
Components to the DHD
Controller
Figure 3-13. Component Video Source Connections
BD/DVD
DTV-STB
Installation
Figure 3-14. RGBHV Source Connections
Computer
RGB Camcorder
Installation
DVD/DTV STB
Gaming Console Figure 3-15. SCART RGBS Source Connections
Gaming Console
Composite and S-Video Source Connections
VCR Camcorder
Figure 3-16. S-Video and Composite Video Source Connections
Connection
to Automation/ Control System or PC
RS-232 Controller
Figure 3-17. RS-232 Control System Connection
Figure 3-18. Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs
Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment
AutoScope Lens Motor
Figure 3-19. External IR Receiver Connection
Connecting an External IR
Receiver to the DHD
Remote Control
to a 200-240 VAC power source
3.7 Turning on the Power
Connecting to AC Power
The input voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu
3.8 Primary Lens Adjustments
3.9 Adjusting the Picture Orientation
Focus Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift
Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment
3.10 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens
Figure 3-20. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View
It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly
Figure 3-21. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring
Adjusting the Horizontal X Lens Position
time after turning on the system
There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is
Too Low Correct position Too High
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Anamorphic Lens Top View
Installation
Correct Position Wrong Position
Geometry
4. Operation
4.1 Using the On-Screen Menus
Presets
Input Source
Main Menu
Service
Figure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-8d continued
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The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and
Note resolution
Input Source
Aspect Ratio
Remote
Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings
Operation
Aspect Ratio
Operation
Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings continued
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Remote
Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness
1. When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a
Picture
Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast
Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one
cyan
gray
yellow
green
cyan
gray
yellow
green
and resolution
Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness
Input Position
Figure 4-6. Overscan Modes
Memory Presets
Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below
To save the settings for the current input and display mode to the
Information
Calibration
You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only
Table 4-2. Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color Points
Figure 4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram
The Input Image settings establish the “zero point” for the Picture
Copied settings are not retained after a power cycle
For example, you can use the Copy/Paste feature to
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu
Service
remote to match as described below
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only
DHD Controller remote control to send that same code. To do this
The default setting, Auto, functions as follows
Green
Table 4-3. x/y Color Gamut Values
Yellow
Cyan
Page
Logo LED
page 58 and ISF Day/Night Memory Presets page
Standby LED
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Operation
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
5.1 Lamp Replacement
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
5.2 Troubleshooting Tips
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom
Avoid combining the ON or POWER 1 commands with other commands
Port Configuration
Serial Command Syntax
seconds for the DHD Controller to power up. If you have enabled the
Table 6-1. Serial Commands
External Control
Aspect Ratio Commands
Table 6-1. Serial Commands continued
Command
Picture Adjust Commands
Image Preset Commands
Table 6-1. Serial Commands continued
Command
Input Position Commands
Miscellaneous Commands
Table 6-1. Serial Commands continued
Command
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6.2 Using Discrete IR Codes
Table 6-2. RC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller
IR Command List
Figure 6-1. RC5 Message Format
External Control
Table 6-2. RC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller continued
Remote Control
RC5 Data
Table 7-1. VX-8d Specifications
7. Specifications
VX-8d Specifications
Native Resolution
Specifications
Table 7-1. VX-8d Specifications continued
Specifications
Home Theater Calibration Specifications
Specifications
7.2 DHD Controller Specifications
Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications
Power Requirements
Specifications
7.3 VX-8d Dimensions
Figure 7-1. VX-8d Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount
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Specifications
VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions
Figure 7-2. VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount
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Specifications
VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions
Figure 7-3. VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions
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Specifications
Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input
Supported Timings
Resolution
Resolution
Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input continued
Specifications
Supported? √ = Yes, - = No
Resolution
Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input continued
Specifications
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