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