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- Page 1 ’ W N E R P E R A T I N G A N U A L SC-1 Three-Chip, Digital Light Processing™ Projector and Digital High Definition (DHD™) Controller...
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Page 3: Two Year Limited Warranty
(6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Runco will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. - Page 4 IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION: Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
- Page 5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. Attn: Customer Service Department 2900 Faber Street Union City, CA 94587...
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Page 6: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video projector! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Description, Features and Benefits ................3 Key Features and Benefits ..................4 Parts List ........................4 2. Controls and Functions ....................5 SC-1 at a Glance ......................5 SC-1 Input Panel ......................7 SC-1 Control Panel ......................9 DHD Controller Front Panel ..................11 DHD Controller Rear Panel ..................12 Outputs ........................12... - Page 8 Install Anamorphic Lens Motor................30 Mounting the SC-1 .....................31 Adjusting the Feet ....................31 Tilting the Projector ....................31 Connections to the SC-1 and DHD Controller ............32 Input Panel Access ....................32 Connecting the DHD Controller to the SC-1............32 Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller ........34 RS-232 Controller Connection ................38...
- Page 9 Ventilation ......................88 Air Filter ........................88 Liquid Cooler ......................88 Exhaust Duct and Lamp Fan Interlocks..............88 Maintenance and Cleaning ..................89 Electrical .......................89 Optical ........................89 Required Materials and Supplies................89 Cleaning the Lens ....................90 Cleaning the Reflector...................90 Cleaning Other Components.................90 Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 10 Lens Replacement .....................95 Troubleshooting Tips ....................96 Error Codes ......................98 6. Serial Communications ..................101 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration .............101 Serial Command Syntax ...................101 7. Specifications ......................107 SC-1 Specifications ....................107 DHD Controller Specifications ..................109 SC-1 Dimensions .....................110 Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 11 List of Figures 2-1. SC-1 Top/Rear/Front/Side View (with Built-In Power Supply/Ballast) ......5 2-2. SC-1 Input Panel......................7 2-3. SC-1 Control Panel ......................9 2-4. DHD Controller Front Panel ..................11 2-5. DHD Controller Rear Panel ..................12 2-6. DHD Controller/SC-1 Remote Control ................14 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance ..................20 3-2.
- Page 12 3-32. Resize Presets: No Resizing ..................60 3-33. Adjusting Black Levels and White Levels Using the Peak Detector......65 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for SC-1 ............70 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ............75 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ............76 4-4.
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Page 13: Introduction
Target Audience most out of the SC-1. 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. You can always find the latest version of this and other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.runco.com. -
Page 14: Using This Manual
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. Using This Manual If you need..Turn to page: Information about obtaining service General information about the Signature Cinema™ SC-1 DLP Pro- jector and DHD Controller Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions... -
Page 15: Description, Features And Benefits
With seven lens choices as well as anamorphic lens options, the Signature Cinema SC-1 can be tailored for use in any home. Its tremendous light output is suitable for screens as wide as 40 feet, while the system’s digital controller eliminates any video artifacts while faithfully processing input signals. -
Page 16: Key Features And Benefits
• Incoming AC voltmeter ➤ Parts List Your SC-1 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. • Signature Cinema™ SC-1 DLP Projector and DHD Controller •... -
Page 17: Controls And Functions
2. Controls and Functions Figure 2-1 shows the key SC-1 components. The paragraphs that follow describe them. SC-1 at a Glance Figure 2-1. SC-1 Top/Rear/Front/Side View (with Built-In Power Supply/Ballast) Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 18: Input Panel
Controls and Functions 1. DOOR RELEASE To access SC-1 internal components, press this button to release the hinged door on the top of the projector. After closing the door, press the button again to latch it. 2. STATUS / CONTROL PANEL For a detailed description, refer to SC-1 Control Panel on page 9. -
Page 19: Sc-1 Input Panel
Controls and Functions Figure 2-2 shows the SC-1 rear input panel. SC-1 Input Panel Figure 2-2. SC-1 Input Panel Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 20 Connect the RS-232 output from the DHD Controller here, using the provided RJ11-to-DB9 adapter and communication cable. 10. INPUT 5 (Option 1) Reserved for future use. 11. INPUT 6 (Option 2) Reserved for future use. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 21: Sc-1 Control Panel
Controls and Functions The SC-1 control panel includes an IR sensor, two-digit error code window, LCD status display and built-in keypad. The built-in keypad provides access to all software controls SC-1 Control Panel needed for working with the projector. (For more convenient functionality, use a remote control or serial commands via the DHD Controller.) - Page 22 Press this button to select projector Input 2 (HDMI output from the DHD Controller). 9. Menu Navigation Buttons: UP BUTTON ( ) Used to move the menu cursor up in the SC-1 menu system. LEFT BUTTON ( ) Used to move the menu cursor left in the SC-1 menu system.
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Page 23: Dhd Controller Front Panel
UP button toggles through aspect ratios in the following order: Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtual Cinema Virtual Cinema is available only on the SC-1/CineWide. For more Note information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1. -
Page 24: Dhd Controller Rear Panel
Figure 2-5. DHD Controller Rear Panel ➤ Outputs 1. HDMI OUT Connect this to Input 2 (DVI) on the SC-1 (see Figure 2-2). ➤ Inputs 2. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (Digital) Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output. - Page 25 Connect the DHD Controller to power here. 12. MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow). 13. MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 26: Remote Control Unit
Controls and Functions Figure 2-6 shows the SC-1 remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. SC-1 Remote Control Unit Figure 2-6. DHD Controller/SC-1 Remote Control Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 27 Virtual Cinema DOWN Button = Virtual Cinema - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic Virtual Cinema is available only on the SC-1/CineWide. For more Note information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1. Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in...
- Page 28 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset. CUST 1 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset. CUST 2 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 29: Installation
• The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright sunlight or fluorescent lighting. • Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this happens, point the remote control at the DHD Controller, and repeat the operation. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 30: Quick Setup
Installation Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the SC-1 installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Quick Setup Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video Note installation specialist. Table 3-1. Installation Overview For Details, Refer to... -
Page 31: Installation Considerations
Images may then appear washed out and less vibrant. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 32: Throw Distance
268.20 to 347.40 inches (22.35 to 28.95 feet). Signature C Primary Lens with CineWide Anamorphic Lens (1.49-1.93) 8 . 2 7 . 4 1 . 4 1 . 9 Figure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 33 Doing so affects the throw distances as shown here. 3. The “1.90:1” throw distances are for reference only. The SC-1 has a native resolution of 2048 x 1080, which is about a 1.90:1 native aspect ratio. With most source material, the SC-1 only uses the center, 1,920 pixels in each row (1920 x 1080 = 16:9 or 1.78:1 native aspect ratio).
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Page 34: Vertical And Horizontal Position
50% Offset 50% OFFSET Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Projectors vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens or projector is shown in this example. Figure 3-3. Vertical Lens Shift (Example only) Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 35: Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)
Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example only) Vertical Lens Shift: The SC-1 provides up to 43% of vertical lens shift up or down. For example, with a 96 x 54-inch (16:9) screen, you can shift the image up to 23.22 inches (59.0 cm) above or below the screen center. -
Page 36: Moving The Sc-1
➤ Moving the SC-1 Four or more people can lift and hand-carry the SC-1 a short distance as required. When using a forklift to transport the SC-1, a specially-designed mounting frame with forklift rails is required; contact Runco International for more information. -
Page 37: Installing The Primary Lens
Installation Serial Number Label Figure 3-5. Installing the Primary Lens Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 38: Installing The Lamp
— protective gloves, latex lab gloves, a double-layer 0.040” acetate face shield, and a quilted ballistic nylon jacket or welder’s jacket. Remove Lamp/Air Filter Cover Lamp Cooling Compartment Door (turn to open) Figure 3-6. Accessing the Lamp Cooling Compartment Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 39: Liquid Cooling
The coolant (a 50/50 mix of distilled water and ethylene glycol) should fill slightly more than half of the reservoir to ensure adequate circulation. The reservoir, which is located in the igniter compartment, is factory-filled and does not require draining for transit. Check the coolant level regularly. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 40: Installing The Extractor Fan And Exhaust Duct
If necessary, consult a knowledgeable HVAC technician for help with designing and installing a cooling solution that best suits your site and installation requirements. Due to the wide variety of available materials and installation methods, Runco can only provide general guidelines. Review the following information carefully and adapt it as appropriate to your specific situation: •... -
Page 41: Installing The Optional Cinewide Lens Mount
Installation Figure 3-8. Extractor Fan Configurations If you are installing a SC-1 with the optional CineWide with AutoScope system, proceed as follows to install the anamorphic lens mounting assembly (AutoScope lens motor). Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount Do not install the CineWide lens yet, only the lens motor. You will... -
Page 42: Attach Extension Bracket To Lens Motor
Secure the motor to the projector with the 10 screws provided for this purpose. See Figure 3-11. Lens Motor Extension Bracket Figure 3-11. SC-1 with AutoScope Lens Motor (Bottom View) DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS. Caution Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 43: Mounting The Sc-1
Installation Mount the SC-1 on a strong supporting structure or cart. Carts can be useful when moving a projector during a presentation or from site to site. If possible, lock the wheels Mounting the SC-1 when it’s in position to prevent it from being moved during a presentation. -
Page 44: Connections To The Sc-1 And Dhd Controller
Installation Proceed as follows to connect the DHD Controller to the SC-1, your video sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power. Connections to the SC-1 and DHD When connecting your equipment: Controller • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. -
Page 45: Connecting The Sc-1 To The Dhd Controller
100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max HDMI Out HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Component Video Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control Made In USA DHD Controller HDMI OUT RS-232 OUT Figure 3-13. Connecting the SC-1 to the DHD Controller Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 46: Connecting Source Components To The Dhd Controller
(1280x1024) at 60Hz refresh. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Component Video Video S-Video 2 HDMI Source (HD-DVD/BD/DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out) Figure 3-14. HDMI Source Connections Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 47: Digital (Dtv) Rgb Or Component Video Connections
B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Component Video Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz Vert DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-15. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 48: Analog Rgb Connections
Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-16. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Component Video Red Green Blue Horiz Vert Personal Computer Figure 3-16. Analog RGB Connections Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 49: Composite, S-Video And Component Video Connections
Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-17. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video S-Video 2 Component Video DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-17. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 50: Controller Connection
Figure 3-18. RS-232 Control System Connection ➤ Connecting 12-volt If your SC-1 is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, connect the Trigger Outputs to AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the DHD Controller; see Figure 3-19. -
Page 51: Connecting An External Ir Receiver To The Dhd Controller
100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control Made In USA Ring = +5V IR Receiver Tip = IR Input Sleeve = Ground Remote (3.5-mm Control mini phono plug) Figure 3-20. External IR Receiver Connection Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 52: Connecting An External Power Supply/Ballast To The Projection Head
If the power supply/ballast is internal to your SC-1 (as shown in Figure Note 2-1), continue with the next step, Connecting to AC Power. The external power supply/ballast connects to the SC-1 in two places: the lamp igniter connection panel and the AC/lamp control input panel, as shown in Figure 3-21. LEGEND... -
Page 53: Lamp Igniter Connection Panel
2. Connect the negative (black, female) DC power connector to the black (male) terminal on the lamp igniter connection panel. Insert the connector all the way in, then turn it 90 degrees clockwise to lock it. (male) (female) FROM BALLAST Figure 3-22. SC-1 Lamp Igniter Connection Panel Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 54: Ac/Lamp Control Input Panel
(200-240) at all times. If the window is dark, this indicates that the projection head is either unplugged or not powered up, or that inadequate, excessive or faulty AC has automatically “tripped” (opened) the ballast breaker and caused a shutdown. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 55: Connecting To Ac Power
Installation The SC-1 system includes two (2) AC power cords (one each for the DHD Controller and Connecting to AC Power projector). DHD Controller: Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the DHD Controller. Connect the other end to your AC power source (100 to 240 VAC). -
Page 56: Turning On The Power
Note: You must enter a password unless the “Enable Password” service option has been turned off. Figure 3-24. Checking or Setting Lamp Size 2. Enter the Lamp Password or the Runco service password. (You must enter a password unless the “Enable Password” service option has been turned off.) 3. Press to select 2000, if a different lamp size is shown. -
Page 57: Power-Up Sequence
The fluorescent display on the DHD Controller indicates the active source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio; for example: Input Current Source Format Resolution Component SD NTSC 480i Cinema SC-1 Aspect Ratio Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 58: Maximizing Light Output
Installation Upon powering up the projector with a newly installed/replaced lamp, use the LampLOC feature of the SC-1 to adjust the lamp position to help ensure optimized operation as well Maximizing Light as peak brightness at the screen. You do not need to display an image on-screen to do Output this;... -
Page 59: Adjusting The Picture Orientation
Installation By default, the SC-1 is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is 3.10 installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen, you must Adjusting the Picture switch to a “floor/rear” picture orientation. To do this: Orientation 1. -
Page 60: Focus
Figure 3-26. Horizontal and Vertical Lens Shift Controls For more vertical offset range, you can tilt the projector to compensate for significant differences in screen and lens height; refer to Tilting the Projector on page 31. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 61: Installing And Adjusting The Cinewide Anamorphic Lens
The SC-1 Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-27. Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these instructions. -
Page 62: Attaching The Anamorphic Lens To The Lens Ring
Anamorphic Lens Holder. The Yoke should be as close to the primary lens as possible. 6. Attach the lens to the Lens Adapter Ring by threading it clockwise. Lens threads into ring Figure 3-28. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 63: Configure Lens Motor Trigger
3. Slowly move the anamorphic lens into place so that there are no shadows on either side of the screen: Too Far Left Correct position Too Far Right 4. When the horizontal position is properly set, tighten the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 64 There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is Note properly adjusted, especially at shorter throw distances. If this is the case, Runco recommends that you slightly over-scan the image into the screen frame area to mask the distortion. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 65 Lens Set Screw (item #10) to secure the lens in place. (When viewed from the front, the rear opening on the anamorphic lens should appear as a tall, narrow oval.) Focus: Finally, rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine-tune the optical focus. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 66: Calibrating Projector Input 2 (Dvi)
ONLY if absolutely necessary to accommodate an atypical installation. To perform the calibration, you will use the SC-1 built-in keypad (Figure 2-3) or TheaterMaster Remote Control, shown in Figure 3-29 and described on the pages that follow. -
Page 67: Theatermaster Remote Control For Sc-1
Installation SYSTEM MAIN FUNCS SOURC PREV PREV GUIDE GUIDE MENU MENU EXIT INFO Figure 3-29. TheaterMaster Remote Control for SC-1 Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 68: Theatermaster Remote Control Functions
14.FUNCTION Button Though labeled DIS, this button has been programmed as a “function” button used in several menu items. (You can also use the FUNCN button in the Functions LCD Menu.) Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 69: Navigating The Projector Menus
• Press EXIT to return to the previous screen. • Press MENU to leave the menu system and return to the presentation. To set up the SC-1 for use with the DHD Controller, you will use the Channel Setup, Size and Position, Image Settings and Lamp menus. -
Page 70: Channel Setup Menu
When used with the DHD Controller, the HDMI output signal is represented by either “pDig” or “iDig.” Unlocking Channels: Channels are pre-configured at the Runco factory for use with the DHD Controller, and are locked to prevent the factory settings from being over-written accidentally. -
Page 71: Auto Setup
Next Channel Clear this check box to unlock the channel Figure 3-31. Unlocking a Channel Use the Auto Setup feature of the SC-1 as a convenient starting point for calibrating the Auto Setup projector inputs for optimum picture quality. You cannot use Auto Setup with a locked channel; you must unlock Note it first. -
Page 72: Size And Position Menu
The default setting is either No Resizing or Custom, depending on the input signal resolution. Do not change it unless specifically instructed to do so by Runco Technical Support. • No Resizing: Select No Resizing to display the image in its native resolution, which may not match the projector’s resolution. - Page 73 Size Presets pull-down list. Other resizing options are described below, for the sake of completeness. In actual practice, though, they are rarely (if ever) used when the SC-1 is used with the DHD Controller. • Default Resizing: When you select a new source, the image utilizes as much of the projector’s display area as possible for the type of incoming source data, but with...
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Page 74: Image Settings Menu
2.2 is correct for virtually all signals and conditions. If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see details in dark areas, lower the gamma setting to compensate. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 75 (which reduces high frequencies) may also soften the image. Color Space: “Color Space” determines how the color components of an analog input signal are decoded for accurate color in the display. With the SC-1, this should always be set to RGB.
- Page 76 • Tri Level is typically recommended for an HDTV source where the back porch is also short, or for video sources or any RGB source with sync information included on the video (for example, sync-on-green). Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 77: Adjusting Black Levels And White Levels Using The Peak Detector
This band represents the last band of the grayscale pattern, which should be 100% white (or the current color, if a certain color is enabled). Do not adjust too far. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 78: Working With The Lamp
Lamp Hours (read-only): Lamp Hours shows the number of hours logged on the current lamp. Whenever you record a new lamp serial number, the SC-1 automatically resets this value to “0” and begins to log time for the new lamp. - Page 79 • Intensity: Brightness will remain close to a specified level for as long as possible. If you select this option, enter a number representing the intensity level (brightness) you want to maintain — the SC-1 automatically adjusts power as needed to maintain this intensity as closely as possible.
- Page 80 Installation HOW LONG CAN I MAINTAIN BRIGHTNESS? The SC-1 can maintain your “Intensity” setting until the required power reaches the maximum rating for the lamp. The lower the setting, the longer it will take to reach this threshold and the longer you can maintain the desired brightness.
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Page 81: Operation
DHD Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. The SC-1 OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available. -
Page 82: Dhd Controller Osd Menu Structure For Sc-1
Menu Mode Timeout Miscellaneous Side Bar Color Film Mode (SD sources only) 800x600 ... 1400x1050 Resolution 480i ... 720p ... 1080i System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for SC-1 Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 83: Main Menu
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “ ” to its left; in this example, Anamorphic is selected. Standard 4:3 Letterbox The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and VirtualWide Note resolution. Cinema Virtual Cinema Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 84 (by the same amount 4:3 Image on on all sides) to fill a 16:9 16:9 Display display. (Letterbox aspect ratio) Letterbox is best suited for viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 85 ( Cinema aspect ratio / CineWide) scales the 2.35:1 image so that the active image area fills the 16:9 chip surface, eliminating the black bars. The secondary, anamorphic lens then restores the proper geometry to the 2.35:1 image. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 86: Picture
Virtual Cinema ➤ Picture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your SC-1 for optimum picture quality. The SC-1 has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established Picture by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted,... -
Page 87: Typical Pluge Pattern For Adjusting Brightness
Operation 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. -
Page 88: Typical Gray Bar Pattern For Adjusting Contrast
Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 89 (on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of blue. 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. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 90: Input Position
Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down button to decrease it. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 91: Isf Presets
For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, Overscan is generally not necessary or desirable. For each input, the SC-1 lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can ISF Presets recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and resolution. Use the... -
Page 92: Calibration
“half on, half off” graphic image. (You may notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this case.) Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 93 Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering text. Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the SC-1 display the information you enter here when it is turned on.
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Page 94: Service
Analog Out Mode Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns Display Device on the SC-1. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars. HD Format Triggers Press MENU to exit test pattern mode. -
Page 95: Keystone Correction
Figure 4-6. Select Keystone from the Configure menu to compensate for this. Vertical Keystone Correction Negative values Positive values compress bottom. compress top. Figure 4-6. Keystone Correction Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 96 You can assign one or more trigger outputs to each aspect ratio. Those triggers are then activated by selecting that aspect ratio. If your projector is equipped with the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system, assign at least one trigger output (the same one to which the lens motor is connected) to the Cinema and Virtual Cinema aspect ratios.
- Page 97 Film Mode to ensure stable processing for that source. Resolution: When using the SC-1 with a computer or certain HD sources, you may want to force the DHD Controller to use a specific output resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service menu and choose one.
- Page 98 Operation Notes: Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 99: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting The SC-1 is designed for safe and reliable operation. However, safe operation is not assured by design alone; installers, service technicians, trained operators and all other Safety Guidelines users must maintain a safe environment at all times. Please read and understand all warnings and precautions in this manual and on the projector itself before attempting to operate or service the projector. -
Page 100: Maintaining Proper Cooling
5. Confirm that the LCD status display shows that the lamp fan vane switch has failed. Clear air intake to correct. 6. Repeat this procedure every six months in permanent installations. Maintain vane switches as described in the next section, Maintenance and Cleaning. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 101: Maintenance And Cleaning
To help ensure optimized performance and reliability, check electrical, optical and other components regularly as described below. Maintenance and Cleaning SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off the SC-1 and disconnect it from AC WARNING before performing any maintenance or cleaning. Do the following every 60 days or 500 hours of projector use: Electrical •... -
Page 102: Cleaning The Lens
2. If necessary, use a brush with hot water and suitable detergent. Do not bend the impeller blades or loosen the balancing weights. WARNING Igniter: Clean the high voltage terminal and insulator to remove accumulated dust or dirt. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 103: Lamp And Filter Replacement
Contact Runco or your dealer. The SC-1 uses a xenon lamp to deliver its high brightness. The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 1000 hours), or sooner if a noticeable Lamp and Filter degradation in brightness occurs. -
Page 104: Disconnecting The Old Lamp
(–) end of the lamp into the negative lamp connector nut located in the rear of the lamp compartment and screw in fully; see Figure 5-2. Hand-tighten only. Handle the lamp by the cathode/anode end shafts only, never the WARNING glass. Do not over-tighten or stress the glass. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 105: Installing A New Lamp
If you accidentally touch the quartz body of the lamp with your bare hands, clean the surface as described in Maintenance and Cleaning on page 89. Figure 5-3. Securing Lamp Anode (+) and Cathode (-) Connectors Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 106: Recording The Serial Number Of A New Lamp
Lamp History menu and resets the Lamp Hours timer to “0.” Lamp Mode and Lamp Limit remain as they were for the previous lamp and can be changed at any time. Figure 5-4. Recording the Serial Number of a New Lamp Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 107: Filter Replacement
4. Slide the old filter down and out, then discard. 5. Insert the new air filter, following the labeling for proper inside/outside orientation. Slide all the way up, under top tabs. Use only Runco filters. Never operate the projector without the filter WARNING installed. -
Page 108: Troubleshooting Tips
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the SC-1. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you Troubleshooting Tips encounter an issue not described here, please contact Runco Technical Support. - Page 109 DHD lens motor and DHD Controller. Controller (Figure 3-18). • Incorrect trigger • Correct the trigger assignment. assignment (refer to Configure Lens Motor Trigger on page 51). Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 110: Error Codes
Lamp communications fault; ballast is not detected. Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the SC-1 control panel) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Contact your Runco dealer or Runco technical support if the error persists. - Page 111 EEPROM memory re-initialization on the built-in keypad. Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the SC-1 control panel) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Contact your Runco dealer or Runco technical support if the error persists.
- Page 112 Unable to program the optional Post Processing Module (Warp module). Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the SC-1 control panel) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Contact your Runco dealer or Runco technical support if the error persists.
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Page 113: Serial Communications
DHD Controller to power up. If you have enabled the ISF splash screen (refer to Splash Configure on page 81), allow 15 seconds for the DHD Controller to power up. Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial commands. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 114 Selects the HDMI 1 input HDMI2 Selects the HDMI 2 input Selects the RGB HD 1 input Selects the RGB HD 2 input INPUT? Returns active input SVIDEO1 Selects the S-Video 1 input SVIDEO2 Selects the S-Video 2 input Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 115 Returns input color noise filter setting PHASE Adjusts phase PHASE? Returns phase setting value SHARPNESS -6/6 Sets a value for sharpness SHARPNESS? Returns sharpness setting value TINT -100/100 Sets a value for tint TINT? Returns tint setting value Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 116 OHPOS? Returns output horizontal position value OVPOS -100/100 Sets the value for output vertical position OVPOS? Returns output vertical position value OWIDTH -100/100 Sets the value for output width OWIDTH? Returns output horizontal width value Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 117 Sets Digital (1080i) Bypass off (0) or on HWVER? Returns hardware version number INRES? Returns input resolution LENS1? Returns Lens 1 configuration LENS2? Returns Lens 2 configuration SWVER? Returns software version number TRIGGER Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect ratio Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 118 IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote. DOWN Down-Arrow ( ) key ENTER ENTER key LEFT Left-Arrow ( ) key MENU MENU RIGHT Right-Arrow ( ) key Up-Arrow ( ) key Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 119: Specifications
7. Specifications Table 7-1 lists the SC-1 specifications. SC-1 Specifications Table 7-1. SC-1 Specifications Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), 3-chip, SuperOnyx DMD Native Resolution: 2048 x 1080 (1.90 native aspect ratio) Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2 Video Standards:... - Page 120 Contrast Ratio: 1500:1 - 2800:1 These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications found in most companies’ sales literature. Runco includes these measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other manufacturers’ projectors. These measurements are typically taken at 9,000K to 13,000K to get expected performance data when the projector is used in professional, commercial and industrial displays.
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Page 121: Dhd Controller Specifications
13.0 lbs. (5.90 kg) Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick Limited Warranty: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 122: Sc-1 Dimensions
Specifications Figure 7-1 and Figure 7-2 show the SC-1 dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). SC-1 Dimensions 58.037 29.638 17.355 9.042 2.875 15.450 18.052 Ø .625 21.552 39.950 Figure 7-1. SC-1 Dimensions (with Built-In Power Supply/Lamp Ballast) Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 123: Sc-1 Dimensions (Without Built-In Power Supply/Lamp Ballast)
Specifications 49.446 29.638 17.355 9.042 2.875 15.450 18.052 Ø .625 21.552 39.950 Figure 7-2. SC-1 Dimensions (without Built-In Power Supply/Lamp Ballast) Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 124 Specifications Notes: Runco SC-1 Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 126 S ER IAL N UM B E R RUMA-011105 rev 06-06-07 v3.0 Runco International • 2900 Faber Street • Union City, CA 94587 • Ph (510) 324-7777 / (800) 23RUNCO / Fax (510) 324-9300 www.runco.com Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual...