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N S T A L L A T I O N CX-42HD CX-OPAL42 CX-47HD CX-OPAL47 CX-55HD CX-OPAL55 CX-65HD 1080p High-Definition LCD Flat Panel Displays with P E R A T I O N A N U A L...
1. Runco may update this list of products excluded from this warranty from time to time at Runco’s sole discretion, but updates to the list of covered products will not apply on a retroactive basis.
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3. Runco Technical Support staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem. If Runco is unable to fix the problem to the customer’s satisfaction, Runco will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) if it is determined that the claim was made within the coverage period of the Standard Limited Warranty.
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6. Runco’s warranty does not cover black uniformity issues or other LCD issues associated with usage outside the Runco recommended guidelines and specifications for the product 7. Second day shipment delivery time and availability may vary based on origin and destination and Runco is unable to deliver to PO Box and FPO Box addresses Extended Service Options Runco offers extended and expanded service plans.
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Runco. The trademarks reporduced in this Runco Owner’s Manual and used on the Runco Products are either owned by Runco or are licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco.
Important Safety Instructions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco product! For best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION:...
Compliance Information DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, LLC Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992 hereby declares that the products Model Numbers: CX-42HD, CX-OPAL42, CX-47HD, CX-OPAL47, CX-55HD, CX-OPAL55 and CX-65HD conform with the provisions of: Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;...
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FCC PART 15: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Notes: Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ... iii Important Safety Instructions ... vii Compliance Information ... viii 1. Introduction ...1 2. Controls and Functions ...5 3. Installation ...17 Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual About This Manual ...1 Target Audience ...1 If You Have Comments About This Manual...
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Table of Contents 4. Operation ...27 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...49 6. Serial Communications ...51 7. Specifications ...57 Turning on the Power ...27 Changing the OSD Language ...27 Setting the PC Display Properties ...28 Using the On-Screen Menus ...29 Main Menu ...31 Source ...31 Aspect Ratio ...31 Picture Adjust ...33...
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List of Figures 2-1. Crystal Series LCD Controls and Indicators ...5 2-2. Model CX-42HD and CX-OPAL42 Inputs and Outputs ...8 2-3. Model CX-47HD and CX-OPAL47 Inputs and Outputs ...9 2-4. Model CX-55HD and CX-OPAL55 Inputs and Outputs ...10 2-5. Model CX-65HD Inputs and Outputs ...11 2-6.
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List of Figures Notes: Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the Crystal Series LCD. Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it may require updating from time to time.
Introduction Using This Manual Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or injury: TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using certain features.
The advanced, TFT active-matrix liquid crystal display panel offers 1920 x 1080 resolution and includes Runco’s discrete aspect ratio control with VirtualWide™ mode to fill the 16:9 screen with standard 4:3 images without loss of picture quality. Also included are discrete source, aspect ratio and power selection and an RS-232 interface for whole-house or automated control system integration.
➤ Parts List Your Crystal Series LCD is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO. • Crystal Series LCD Panel with Table Stand:...
Figure 2-1 shows the locations of the Crystal Series LCD controls and indicators. CX-42HD / CX-OPAL42 CX-47HD / CX-OPAL47 Figure 2-1. Crystal Series LCD Controls and Indicators Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual 2. Controls and Functions Crystal Series LCD at a Glance Controls and Indicators SOURCE...
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Controls and Functions CX-55HD / CX-OPAL55 Figure 2-1. Crystal Series LCD Controls and Indicators (continued) 1. HANDLES Always use the handles when carrying the display. DO NOT touch or hold the screen face. 2. MAIN POWER SWITCH Connects or disconnects the display panel from the AC power source. 3.
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5. STATUS LED Lights orange to indicate that the Crystal Series LCD is in standby mode; Off during normal operation or if the main power switch is set to off. 6. KEYPAD You can use the keypad instead of the remote control unit to operate the on-screen display (OSD) controls.
Controls and Functions ➤ Crystal Series LCD Inputs Figure 2-2, Figure 2-3, Figure 2-4 and Figure 2-5 show the locations of the Crystal Series and Outputs LCD inputs and outputs. Figure 2-2. Model CX-42HD and CX-OPAL42 Inputs and Outputs Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
Controls and Functions Figure 2-5. Model CX-65HD Inputs and Outputs Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
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Controls and Functions 1. AC Power Input (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the Crystal Series LCD to power here. 2. RS-232 CONTROL PORT A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater automation/control system. 3. VIDEO 1/SCART Sync Input (Composite Video + Stereo Audio) Standard, composite video input and stereo audio input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or other composite video source.
Figure 2-6 shows the Crystal Series LCD remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 COMP 1 COMP 2 VID 1 VID 2 BRIGHT – CONTR – MUTE CUSTOM VOL- ENTER MENU TIMER...
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Controls and Functions 1. ON Use this button to turn the Crystal Series LCD on. 2. RGB HD Press this button to switch to the RGB HD input. 3. STANDBY Use this button to put the Crystal Series LCD into standby mode. 4.
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10. EXIT Press this button to hide the OSD controls. MENU Press this button to access the on-screen display (OSD) controls, or to exit the current menu and return to the previous one. INFO Press this button to view input signal information (source and resolution), aspect ratio, currently-selected memory preset and current time.
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Controls and Functions Notes: Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
To install batteries in the remote control: 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it. 2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the markings inside the battery compartment. 3. Slide the battery cover back on until it snaps into place. 1.
Installation Quick Setup Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the Crystal Series LCD installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Installation must be performed by a qualified, trained custom video Note installation specialist. Table 3-1. Installation Overview Step Procedure Mount the Crystal Series LCD on a wall (optional)
The wall must be capable of supporting a redundant weight factor three (3) times the weight of the display, or be reinforced. Runco recommends that this be done by a custom installation specialist. Use only the Runco-approved wall-mount kit designed for your Note display.
Installation ➤ Connecting the Crystal Series LCD to Source Components Connect your video sources to the Crystal Series LCD as shown and described in the sections that follow. HDMI Connections: The Crystal Series LCD has four HDMI inputs for connecting a BD/HD-DVD/DVD player, DTV decoder, personal computer or any other device with an HDMI or DVI output.
RGB Connections: The Crystal Series LCD has an RGB input and a stereo audio input for connecting a personal computer; see Figure 3-2. Audio Cable (Sold Separately) Figure 3-2. Analog RGB Connections 1. Refer to Supported Timings on page 67 for a list of computer Note signals compatible with the Crystal Series LCD.
Installation Component Video Connections: If you have a DVD player, DTV decoder with a component (YPbPr) output or other component video source, connect it to the COMPONENT 1 or COMPONENT 2 input as shown in Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3. Component Video Connections Composite/S-Video Connections: The Crystal Series LCD has two (2) Composite video inputs and an S-Video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or DVD player;...
SCART Video Connections: Connect the green, blue and red outputs from your SCART source to the Component 1 input on the Crystal Series LCD. Connect the sync output from your SCART source to the Video 1 input on the Crystal Series LCD. See Figure 3-5. You must enable SCART connectivity in the Setup menu to use Note SCART sources;...
Installation ➤ Connecting to a Dolby Digital Amplifier If your home theater has a Dolby Digital amplifier or receiver, connect the SPDIF digital audio output from the Crystal Series LCD to the digital audio input of the amplifier/receiver as shown in Figure 3-7. The audio output level is fixed.
If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the display due to excessive distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an external IR repeater system to the IR INPUT on the Crystal Series LCD to extend the range of the remote control.
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Installation Notes: Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
1. Turn on your source components. 2. Plug the female end of the supplied power cord into the AC receptacle on the side of the Crystal Series LCD (AC 100V ~ 240V). See Figure 2-2 (CX-42HD/CX-OPAL42), Figure 2-3 (CX-47HD/CX-OPAL47), Figure 2-4 (CX-55HD/CX-OPAL55) or Figure 2-5 (CX-65HD).
Operation Setting the PC Display Properties To maximize image quality when using the Crystal Series LCD with a personal computer, you may need to adjust the display properties of your PC video card. To do this: 1. Choose Settings from the Windows Start menu and click on “Control Panel.”...
1. The maximum available resolution and vertical frequency is Note 1920x1200/60Hz or the maximum supported by your video card, whichever is lower. 2. The Crystal Series LCD supports 30-bit color (1,073,741,824 possible colors). To use the on-screen menus: 1. Press MENU to display the Main Menu. 2.
Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual Source Aspect Ratio Picture Adjust Audio Timer Setup ISF Calibration > > Operation Main Menu Runco CX-65HD Source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 Component 1 Component 2 Video 1 Video 2 Aspect Ratio 16:9...
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Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Control 16:9 16:9 Letterbox/ LETTER Letterbox Mode = Letterbox Cinema Fill Letterbox Mode = Cinema Fill Description Select 16:9 to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 16:9 Image on 16:9 Screen (Display) 4:3 images are stretched...
Save Settings on page 37. Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best results: • External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent.
Operation Below Black Above Black Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four shaded boxes.
Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one Note may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-4.
Operation Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls Note are interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER.
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Operation Color Temperature: To choose a color temperature setting, select Color Temp. from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER. (Color temperature defines the “color of gray.”) The choices are 5400K, 6500K, 8500K and Custom. The default setting, 6500K, is appropriate for most situations.
Operation ➤ Audio Audio Balance Equalizer Speaker Audio Delay ➤ Timer Timer Time On Timer Off Timer Sleep Timer To adjust the Crystal Series LCD audio settings, select Audio from the Main Menu and press ENTER. Balance: To adjust the left/right speaker balance, select Balance from the Audio Menu and press ENTER.
Sleep Timer: Use the Sleep Timer to turn off the Crystal Series LCD after a specified interval. To set the Sleep Timer: • Select Sleep Timer from the Timer menu and press ENTER. – OR – • Press the TIMER OFF button on the remote control. Use the right- or left-arrow button to select 10, 30, 60, 120 or 180 minutes.
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Operation Overscan (not available with PC signals): Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the video signal out beyond the edge of the display area. Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area.
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System Info: Select System Info from the Setup menu to see information that uniquely identifies your display: its model number, serial number and installed firmware version. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.
Operation ➤ ISF Calibration ISF Calibration Picture Adjust White Balance CMS Hue CMS Saturation CMS Luminance Blue Enable Factory Reset Splash Duration Use the ISF Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only. You must enter a passcode to access the ISF Calibration menu.
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• Tint • Sharpness • Gamma • Color temperature selection (5400, 6500, 8500 or Custom) To save image settings to a preset, select Save Settings from the Picture Adjust menu and select “Custom,“ “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.” Restore Settings: To recall a preset, choose Restore Settings from the Picture Adjust menu and select “Custom,”...
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Operation Table 4-2 describes the effects of adjusting the primary color hues. Table 4-2. Effects of Primary Color Hue Adjustments Primary Color Press Closer to magenta Yellow Closer to red Green Closer to yellow Cyan Closer to green Blue Closer to cyan Magenta Closer to blue •...
Figure 4-6. Crystal Series LCD Splash Screen You can personalize the splash screen with the customer name, Note Runco dealer name or any other string. Refer to Personalizing the Splash Screen Using Serial Commands on page 55 for instructions. Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
Operation Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) To use PIP, press the PIP button. The PIP window appears inside the main image window. Press PIP again to switch to side-by-side PIP mode. Press PIP again to turn PIP off. 16:9 LETTER POSITION SIZE PIP SRC AUDIO 1 AUDIO 2 AUDIO 3...
Press the PIP SRC button to select a PIP signal source. For each source, Table 4-3 shows which of the other sources are available as a PIP source. Table 4-3. Available Main and PIP Source Combinations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 COMP.
Operation ➤ Changing the PIP Size ➤ Swapping the Main and PIP Images To change the PIP window size, press the SIZE button on the remote control repeatedly to achieve the desired window size. To swap the main and PIP images, press the SWAP button on the remote control.
Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the Crystal Series LCD. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support.
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Symptom Picture is okay, but there is no • Audio output is muted. sound. • Volume setting is too low. • Source component is • Speakers are connected • Audio settings are Image is too bright and/or •...
To interface the Crystal Series LCD with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software (such as HyperTerminal, provided with Microsoft Windows™), connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-9. Use a straight-through cable.
CONTR + 0090 CONTR - To personalize the start-up splash screen with the customer name, Runco dealer name or any other string (up to 28 characters long), send the following commands: • [c############################] to program the customer name or other string (represented by ############################) •...
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Serial Communications Notes: Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual...
All dimensions given here are in millimeters. Figure 7-1 and Figure 7-2 show the CX-42HD and CX-OPAL42 dimensions. Figure 7-1. CX-42HD/CX-OPAL42 Dimensions (Top/Front) Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual Crystal Series LCD Dimensions Specifications CX-42HD/CX-OPAL42 Dimensions...
Figure 7-3 and Figure 7-4 show the CX-47HD and CX-OPAL47 dimensions. Figure 7-3. CX-47HD/CX-OPAL47 Dimensions (Top/Front) Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual Specifications CX-47HD/CX-OPAL47 Dimensions...
Figure 7-5 and Figure 7-6 show the CX-55HD and CX-OPAL55 dimensions. Figure 7-5. CX-55HD/CX-OPAL55 Dimensions (Top/Front) Crystal Series LCD Installation/Operation Manual CX-55HD/CX-OPAL55 Dimensions Specifications...
Table 7-2 lists the signal types supported by each input on the Crystal Series LCD. Table 7-2. Supported Signal Timings by Input Refresh Format Resolution Rate (Hz) 60.00 72.00 640x480 640x480 75.00 85.00 60.00 72.00 800x600 800x600 75.00 85.00 60.00 70.00 1024x768 1024x768...