Maintenance and Troubleshooting, External Control | Runco VX-8D

		Table of Contents
5.	Maintenance and Troubleshooting	71
	Lamp Replacement	71
	Troubleshooting Tips	72
6.	External Control	73
	Serial Communications	73
	RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration	73
	Serial Command Syntax	73
	Using Discrete IR Codes	78
	IR Command Protocol	78
	IR Command List	79
7.	Specifications	81
	VX-8d Specifications	81
	DHD Controller Specifications	83
	VX-8d Dimensions	84
	VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions	85
	VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions	86
	Supported Timings	87

Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual

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Runco VX-8D operation manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting, External Control, Specifications

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VX-8d Page RuncoCare Standard Features RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited Warranty RuncoCare Claim Procedure Page Copyright and Trademarks Important Safety Instructions Declaration of Conformity Compliance Information FCC Part Page Table of Contents Operation Specifications Maintenance and TroubleshootingExternal Control Table of Contents Xiv List of Figures Xvi About This Manual Introduction Certain features Using This ManualSignificance. They also provide supplemental information Degrade performance or cause a malfunction Format screen Description, Features and Benefits Optional Accessories VX-8d at a Glance Controls and Functions Exhaust Vent VX-8d Rear Panel Power Input 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX-8d to power hereRS-232C Input 9-pin, female D-Sub Virtual Cinema is available only on the VX-8d/CineWide or DHD Controller Front Panel Panel DHD Controller RearDisplay Control Inputs 4. USB DHD Controller/VX-8d Remote Control VX-8d Remote Control Unit Cursor Buttons On / OFFInformation about aspect ratios, refer to Table Menu button see below to exit the current menu Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Memory Preset Buttons169 Letbox Letterbox Controls and Functions Remote Control InstallationInstallation specialist Installation Overview Quick SetupStep Procedure For Details, Refer to Projector Installation Options Installation ConsiderationsInstallation Type Throw Distance Ambient Light Throw Range Throw Ratio Inches, with VX-8d Lens Options and Throw RatiosLens Option Lens Floor Installation Ceiling InstallationVertical and Horizontal Position Horizontal Lens Shift Example only Possible Audio Latency for Various Input Timings Synchronization IssuesAudio/Video Input Timing Possible Audio Latency milliseconds Other Considerations Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount Lens Motor VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Installing the AutoScope Installing the Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector Stands AutoScope Lens Motor Installation Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate VX-8d/CineWide Do not use the mounting screws provided with the ceiling Adjusting the ProjectionFloor Mounting Upright Ceiling Mounting Connecting the DHD Connector Panel AccessConnections to the VX-8d and DHD Controller Controller to the VX-8d 11. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the VX-8d Components to the DHD Connecting SourceHdmi Source Connections See Figure Controller DTV-Set-Top Box 13. Component Video Source Connections 14. Rgbhv Source Connections Computer RGB Camcorder 15. Scart Rgbs Source Connections Gaming Console Camcorder Composite and S-Video Source Connections Connection RS-232 Controller AutoScope Lens Motor Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment Receiver to the DHD Connecting an External IR Connecting to AC Power Turning on the PowerInput voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between Adjusting the Picture Orientation Primary Lens AdjustmentsYou must enter a passcode to access the Service menu Focus Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Anamorphic Lens Installation Adjustment Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensIt is extremely important that the primary lens is properly 21. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring Time after turning on the system Adjusting the Horizontal X Lens Position Installation Anamorphic Lens Top View Geometry Operation Using the On-Screen Menus Main Menu ServiceRunco Video Aspect Ratio Input SourceInput Source Aspect Ratio Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key 169 Aspect Ratio SettingsSelect 169 to view 169 DVDs Hdtv programs in their Overscan Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key Picture Picture Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Input Position ResolutionInput Position Overscan Modes Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below Memory PresetsMemory Presets Information SignalInformation System Calibration ISF Settings You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menuCalibration Should be used by ISF-certified technicians only Color Temperature Preset Associated x/y Values Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color Points Operation Copy/Paste Copied settings are not retained after a power cycle Service ServiceInput Names Exit Operation Color X/y Color Gamut Values Operation 58 and ISF Day/Night Memory Presets Operation Lamp Replacement Maintenance and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting TipsSymptom Possible Causes Solution Serial Command Syntax Port ConfigurationExternal Control Serial Communications Input Selection Commands Serial Commands Picture Adjust Commands Output Shift Commands Input Position Commands Exit Return key Enter key Command Bits Using Discrete IR CodesWith Toggle Bit = Hex Binary Function Start Remote Control With Toggle Description Button Name Bit = IR Command ListRC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller RC5 Data Enter VX-8d Specifications SpecificationsVX-8d Specifications Industry-Standard Specifications Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsWeight without lens Limited Warranty DHD Controller Specifications DHD Controller Specifications VX-8d Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount VX-8d Dimensions VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions Format Resolution Frequency Rate Hz MHz KHz Supported Signal Timings by InputSupported Timings Supported? √ = Yes, = No PAL-B/G/H/I PAL-M Specifications Page 020-0965-01 Rev. 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