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

Models: VX-8D

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		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

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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 VX-8dDLPTM Home Theater Projector and Digital High Definition DHD Controller/Scaler/ProcessorPage RuncoCare Standard Features RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited WarrantyWarranty Coverage Length of WarrantyWarranty Exclusions RuncoCare Claim ProcedureOnline Product Registration Extended Service OptionsLimitation of Implied Warranties Effect of Local Law Exclusion of DamagesCOPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS Important Safety Instructions DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance InformationINDUSTRY CANADA ICES-003 FCC PARTPRODUCT DISPOSAL IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONSRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited Warranty Table of Contentsviii Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation ManualOther Considerations Specifications Maintenance and TroubleshootingRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual External ControlRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual Table of ContentsList of Figures Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation ManualVX-8d Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount 4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity DiagramVX-8d/CineWide Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions1. Introduction A carriage return must be used after each command or string1.1 About This Manual Target Audiencecertain features 1.2 Using This ManualDANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or DANGERformat screen 1.3 Description, Features and BenefitsOptional Accessories 2.1 VX-8d at a Glance 2. Controls and FunctionsFigure 2-1. VX-8d Front/Bottom/Side/Top Views Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual2. RUNCO LOGO 1. PROJECTION LENS3. EXHAUST VENT 4. INTAKE VENTVX-8d Rear Panel 4. POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX-8d to power hereFigure 2-2. VX-8d Rear Panel 1. LAMP COVERFigure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel 1. RUNCO ICON 2.3 DHD Controller Front Panel2. IR SENSOR 3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAYPanel DHD Controller Rear7. RIGHT BUTTON 8. MENU BUTTON13. MAIN POWER SWITCH 7. Component / SCART 5 x RCA connectorsInputs 4. USB 5. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 DigitalFigure 2-5. DHD Controller/VX-8d Remote Control 2.5 VX-8d Remote Control UnitRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual Controls and Functions2. ON / OFF 1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR3. ENTER 4. Cursor Buttons10. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons 14. Memory Preset Buttons ISF NIGHTLETBOX Letterbox V-WIDE VirtualWideControls and Functions Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual3.1 Remote Control 3. Installationinstallation specialist Notes on Batteries Notes on Remote Control OperationTable 3-1. Installation Overview 3.2 Quick SetupInstallation ProcedureTable 3-2. Projector Installation Options 3.3 Installation ConsiderationsInstallation Type Throw Distance Ambient LightFigure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance Installation Table 3-3. VX-8d Lens Options and Throw RatiosRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual Throw Range inFloor Installation Ceiling InstallationFigure 3-2. Projector Placement Vertical and HorizontalScreen Center 0% Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift EXAMPLE ONLYTable 3-4. Possible Audio Latency for Various Input Timings Synchronization IssuesFigure 3-5. Folded Optics Audio/Video1. Do not install the CineWide lens yet, only the fixed CineWide 3.4 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens MountOther Considerations Lens Motor Installing the AutoScopeVX-8d/CineWide with AutoScopeDO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS Figure 3-7. Installing the Ceiling Mount Adapters/Projector StandsInstallation Figure 3-8. AutoScope Lens Motor InstallationRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate VX-8d/CineWide ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture installation, one method may be more suitable than anotherprojector. Install the mount kit according to the instructions Adjusting the ProjectionConnecting the DHD Connector Panel AccessFigure 3-10. Connecting the VX-8d to the DHD Controller 3.6 Connections to the VX-8d and DHD ControllerTo/From DHD Controller Figure 3-11. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the VX-8dVX-8d 6-position RJ-11 MaleComponents to the DHD Connecting SourceHDMI Source Connections See Figure ControllerDTV-STB BD/DVDFigure 3-13. Component Video Source Connections InstallationRGB Camcorder ComputerFigure 3-14. RGBHV Source Connections InstallationGaming Console Figure 3-15. SCART RGBS Source Connections DVD/DTV STBVCR Camcorder Composite and S-Video Source ConnectionsGaming Console Figure 3-16. S-Video and Composite Video Source ConnectionsRS-232 Controller to Automation/ Control System or PCConnection Figure 3-17. RS-232 Control System ConnectionFigure 3-18. Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External EquipmentAutoScope Lens Motor Receiver to the DHD Connecting an External IRFigure 3-19. External IR Receiver Connection Remote ControlConnecting to AC Power 3.7 Turning on the Powerto a 200-240 VAC power source The input voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between3.9 Adjusting the Picture Orientation 3.8 Primary Lens AdjustmentsYou must enter a passcode to access the Service menu Focus Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens ShiftFigure 3-20. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View 3.10 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic LensAnamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment It is extremely important that the primary lens is properlyFigure 3-21. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring time after turning on the system Adjusting the Horizontal X Lens PositionToo Low Correct position Too High There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens isInstallation Anamorphic Lens Top ViewRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual Correct Position Wrong PositionGeometry Presets 4.1 Using the On-Screen Menus4. Operation Input SourceFigure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-8d continued ServiceMain Menu Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation ManualInput Source Note resolutionThe aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and Aspect RatioOperation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio SettingsRemote Aspect RatioRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings continuedOperation RemoteFigure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness 1. When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to aPicture Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrastyellow graycyan greenyellow graycyan greenand resolution Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting SharpnessInput Position Figure 4-6. Overscan Modes Adjust the Phase after adjusting Tracking see below Memory PresetsInformation To save the settings for the current input and display mode to theCalibration You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menushould be used by ISF-certified technicians only Figure 4-7. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram Table 4-2. Color Temperature Presets and Associated Color PointsThe 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 cycleremote to match as described below ServiceYou must enter a passcode to access the Service menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians onlyDHD Controller remote control to send that same code. To do this The default setting, Auto, functions as follows Yellow Table 4-3. x/y Color Gamut ValuesGreen CyanPage Logo LED page 58 and ISF Day/Night Memory Presets pageStandby LED Operation Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual5.1 Lamp Replacement 5. Maintenance and TroubleshootingTable 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart 5.2 Troubleshooting TipsMaintenance and Troubleshooting SymptomSerial Command Syntax Port ConfigurationAvoid combining the ON or POWER 1 commands with other commands seconds for the DHD Controller to power up. If you have enabled theExternal Control Table 6-1. Serial CommandsCommand Table 6-1. Serial Commands continuedAspect Ratio Commands Picture Adjust CommandsCommand Table 6-1. Serial Commands continuedImage Preset Commands Input Position CommandsCommand Table 6-1. Serial Commands continuedMiscellaneous Commands Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual6.2 Using Discrete IR Codes Table 6-2. RC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller IR Command ListFigure 6-1. RC5 Message Format Remote Control Table 6-2. RC5 Control Codes for the DHD Controller continuedExternal Control RC5 DataVX-8d Specifications 7. SpecificationsTable 7-1. VX-8d Specifications Native ResolutionSpecifications Table 7-1. VX-8d Specifications continuedSpecifications Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsTable 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications 7.2 DHD Controller SpecificationsSpecifications Power RequirementsFigure 7-1. VX-8d Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount 7.3 VX-8d DimensionsSpecifications Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation ManualFigure 7-2. VX-8d/CineWide Dimensions with Optional Ceiling Mount VX-8d/CineWide DimensionsSpecifications Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation ManualFigure 7-3. VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope Dimensions VX-8d/CineWide with AutoScope DimensionsSpecifications Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation ManualSupported Timings Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by InputSpecifications ResolutionSpecifications Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input continuedResolution Supported? √ = Yes, - = NoSpecifications Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input continuedResolution Runco VX-8d Installation/Operation ManualRunco VX-8d Installation/Operation Manual SpecificationsPage 020-0965-01 Rev. B May