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Runco 1080p Owner's Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 ’ W N E R P E R A T I N G A N U A L VX-44d VX-55d 1080p Digital Light Processing Projector and Digital High Definition (DHD™) Controller...

  • 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 VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS _________________________________________________________ Model Purchased ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________...

  • 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

    Safety Precautions ... vi 1. Introduction ...1 2. Controls and Functions ...5 3. Installation ...17 Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual About This Manual ...1 Target Audience ...1 If You Have Comments About This Manual..1 Textual and Graphic Conventions ...1 Using This Manual ...2...
  • Page 8 Calibrating Projector Input 2 (DVI) ...44 TheaterMaster Remote Control Functions...46 Navigating the Projector Menus ...47 Channel Setup...47 Auto Setup ...49 Size and Position Menu ...50 Picture Quality Menu ...52 Installation Menu...56 Working With the Lamp ...58 viii Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 9 4. Operation ...61 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...79 6. Serial Communications ...89 7. Specifications ...95 Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Using the On-Screen Menus ...61 Main Menu...63 Input Source ...63 Aspect Ratio ...63 Picture ...66 Input Position...70 ISF Presets ...71 Information ...71...
  • Page 10 Notes: Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 11 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ...67 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ...68 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint...68 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness...70 4-6. Keystone Correction...75 Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 12 5-2. Unlocking the Lamp ...79 5-3. Removing the Lamp ...80 5-4. Installing A New Lamp ...80 5-5. Recording the Serial Number of a New Lamp ...81 5-6. Removing the Primary Lens...82 7-1. VX-44d/-55d Dimensions ...99 Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the VX-44d/-55d. 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.

  • Page 14: Using This Manual

    Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. If you need... Information about obtaining service General information about the Video Extreme™ DLP Projector and DHD Controller Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions Troubleshooting tips Product specifications ... Turn to page: Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 15: Description, Features And Benefits

    The VX-44d features a 1000W Xenon lamp, while the VX-55d uses a 1.2-kW Xenon lamp to produce Runco’s brightest 1080p pictures ever. Four CinOptx™ zoom lenses are available with broad AxiShift™ motorized horizontal and vertical lens shift capability.

  • Page 16: Key Features And Benefits

    • CinOptx™ Telesto lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility Your VX-44d/-55d 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. • Video Extreme™ DLP Projector and DHD Controller •...

  • Page 17: Controls And Functions

    Figure 2-1 shows the key VX-44d/-55d components. Figure 2-1. VX-44d/-55d Top/Rear/Front View Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual 2. Controls and Functions VX-44d/-55d at a Glance...

  • Page 18: Vx-44D/-55D Input Panel

    Panel 1. TOP IR SENSOR 2. BUILT-IN KEYPAD The built-in keypad is located at the back of the projector, beside the input panel. Use it similarly to the TheaterMaster Remote Control to perform service-related tasks on the projector. 3. INPUT PANEL Connect the DHD Controller outputs here.
  • Page 19 9. INPUT 1 (RGBHV) Not used. Connect all video sources to the DHD Controller. 10. INPUT 5 (Option 1) Reserved for future use. 11. INPUT 6 (Option 2) Reserved for future use. Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...

  • Page 20: Vx-44D/-55D Rear-Panel Keypad

    The LED status window displays an active pattern of segments to indicate the projector is changing its state from powered down to powered up. The message “On” appears in the display when the projector has completed its initialization and is ready for use.
  • Page 21 When an item is highlighted on the On-Screen Display, the ENTER button selects the item. 10. INPUT 2 (DVI) Press this button to select projector Input 2 (HDMI output from the DHD Controller). 11. HELP Press HELP to display on-screen help text. Press HELP again (or EXIT) to hide it.

  • Page 22: Dhd Controller Front Panel

    Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the OSD. When no menu is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles through the different sources, in this order: HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 - Composite Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 23 MENU brings the menu back one level. The UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, ENTER and MENU buttons are Note functional only when an analog source (HD/RGB, SD Component, Composite or S-Video) is selected. Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...

  • Page 24: Dhd Controller Rear Panel

    THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max...
  • Page 25 8. ComLink (RS-232) OUTPUT Connect this to the ComLink (RS-232) input on the projector, using the provided communication cable. 9. IR Wired input from a wired remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini phono jack, wired as follows:...

  • Page 26: Vx-44D/-55D Remote Control Unit

    Controls and Functions VX-44d/-55d Remote Control Unit Figure 2-6 shows the VX-44d/-55d remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-6. DHD Controller/VX-44d/-55d Remote Control Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 27 Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric character “1.” 8. COMP (Component) (2) Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the numeric character “2.” Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
  • 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 VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 29: Installation

    • 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 VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual 3. Installation Remote Control...

  • Page 30: Quick Setup

    DHD Controller input; save settings when finished: • Aspect ratio • Brightness • Contrast • Color level • Tint • Input position For Details, Refer to page... 36, 37 21, 38 59 through 66 Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 31: Installation Considerations

    Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally. Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or inverted mount.

  • Page 32: Throw Distance

    This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether or not you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if your image will be the right size for your screen.

  • Page 33: Vertical And Horizontal Position

    Projection Distance Figure 3-2. Projector Placement If it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3-2, you can use the lens shift controls to center the image on the screen. Lens shift is generally expressed as a percentage of the screen height or width, as shown in Figure 3-3 and Figure 3-4.
  • Page 34 Screen Center Screen Width (W) Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular lens or projector is used in this example. Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 35 2. Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height. Horizontal shift limits are percentages of the screen width. 3. Vertical lens shift figures are for ceiling mount configurations. For floor installations (where the projector is upright), reverse the up/down vertical lens shift percentages. Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Lens Option...

  • Page 36: Folded Optics

    In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be used to fold the optical path, as shown in Figure 3-5. The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set. If you are considering this type of installation, contact your dealer for assistance.

  • Page 37: Installing The Projection Lens

    3. Remove the rear cap from the lens. This protective cap is only used during shipping to protect the lens from damage. 4. Slide the new lens into the lens opening of the projector. Make sure to align the connector on the side of the lens with the connector assembly on the lens retaining ring;...

  • Page 38: Installing The Optional Cinewide Lens Mount

    AutoScope installations. (Skip this step if you are installing a fixed CineWide anamorphic lens.) Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface. Loosen and remove the two front feet on the projector. The anamorphic lens mounting kit is partially pre-assembled at the Note factory –...

  • Page 39: Install Projector Stand (Cinewide With Autoscope, Floor-Mount)

    If you are installing the VX-44d/-55d in an upright position (not ceiling-mounted), use the supplied hardware to attach the projector stand to the bottom of the projector as shown below. This stand allows the projector to lie flat on the mounting surface with the AutoScope lens motor installed.

  • Page 40: Mounting The Vx-44D/-55D

    In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and level surface such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when moving a projector during a presentation or from site to site. If possible, lock the wheels when it’s in position to prevent it from being moved during a presentation.

  • Page 41: Connections To The Vx-44D/-55D And Dhd Controller

    Model Video Processor / Controller R/Pr HDMI Out HDMI 1 HDMI OUT Figure 3-8. Connecting the VX-44d/-55d to the DHD Controller Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE INPUTS B/Pb TRIGGERS WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE B/Pb OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

  • Page 42: Connecting Source Components To The Dhd Controller

    INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Figure 3-9. HDMI Source Connections TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Component Video Video S-Video 2 HDMI Source (HD-DVD/BD/DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out) Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 43: Digital (Dtv) Rgb Or Component Video Connections

    R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-10. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Horiz Vert Installation...
  • Page 44 Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-11. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Red Green Blue Horiz Personal Computer Figure 3-11. Analog RGB Connections TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vert Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 45: Composite, S-Video And Component Video Connections

    Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-12. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-12. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Installation...

  • Page 46: Controller Connection

    AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the DHD Controller; see Figure 3-14. Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or screen masks) to the other trigger outputs. 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground (none of the other pins are used) Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 47: Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs

    SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 IR Receiver Remote Control Figure 3-15. External IR Receiver Connection Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual DHD Controller SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE INPUTS B/Pb TRIGGERS Tip = +12V WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE...

  • Page 48: Connecting To Ac Power

    DHD Controller. Connect the other end to your AC power source (100 to 240 VAC). Projector: Similarly connect the VX-44d/-55d to a nearby AC outlet. The input voltage to a VX-44d must be between 100 and 240 VAC. The input voltage to a VX-55d must be between 200 and 240 VAC.

  • Page 49: Turning On The Power

    2. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the DHD Controller. 3. If this is an AutoScope-equipped projector, turn on the main power switch at the rear of the AutoScope lens motor. The lens motor power switch is located next to the AC input (see Figure 3-14).

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Picture Orientation

    By default, the VX-44d/-55d is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen and/or mounted on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this: 1.

  • Page 51: Installing And Adjusting The Cinewide Anamorphic Lens

    1. Remove the two Z-Adjustment Levers and 1/4-20 Fiber Washers from the bottom of the lens mounting assembly. 2. Place the Lens Mounting Assembly on top of (or under, if the projector is inverted) the Lens Motor Carriage Plate or Base Plate, so that the two threaded posts at the bottom of the Z-Adjustment Plate pass through the corresponding slots on the carriage plate or base plate.

  • Page 52: Configure Lens Motor Trigger (Cinewide With Autoscope)

    CineWide with AutoScope maintains constant image height independent of the aspect ratio, while using the full display resolution of the projector. It accomplishes this by moving the anamorphic lens in front of the primary lens when widescreen material is being viewed.
  • Page 53 Incorrect Lens Angle The anamorphic lens will almost always be angled with respect to the projector; this is normal. Once the proper lens angle has been set, firmly tighten the Pitch Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place.
  • Page 54 1. Input an anamorphic cross-hatch test pattern to the DHD Controller. 2. Loosen the three Lens Rotation Set Screws (shown at right) on the lens adapter plate just enough to allow it to rotate freely. Correct Position Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 55 Focus: Finally, rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine-tune the optical focus. When finished, hand-tighten the Focus Rotation Set Screw to lock the lens in position. Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Correct Position Installation...

  • Page 56: Calibrating Projector Input 2 (Dvi)

    DHD Controller Remote Control (Figure 2-6) to adjust input image quality, change aspect ratios, switch between sources and more. (The exception to this rule is when sources are connected directly to the projector. Although this is technically possible, Runco advises against this.)

  • Page 57: Theatermaster Remote Control For Vx-44D/-55D

    SYSTEM MAIN LENS FUNCS SOURC PREV PREV GUIDE GUIDE MENU MENU EXIT INFO Figure 3-16. TheaterMaster Remote Control for VX-44d/-55d Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Installation...

  • Page 58: Power Button

    Hold this button down for 1-2 seconds to turn on or off the projector. 2. FUNCS Button This button brings you to a sub-page in which you can access the projector’s internal test patterns, view help text, auto-calibrate the projector and perform various other functions.

  • Page 59: Navigating The Projector Menus

    Most of the controls for the projector are accessed from within the projector’s menu system. There are several groups of related functions, with each group selectable from the Main Menu. Press MENU on the rear keypad or TheaterMaster remote to display this menu.
  • Page 60 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. For 1080i and 1080p digital signals, there are separate channels for each aspect ratio and “ISF” memory preset (day and night).

  • Page 61: Auto Setup

    Note it first. Refer to Unlocking Channels on page 48. Auto Setup is an automated process in which the projector quickly optimizes critical display parameters such as size, position and pixel tracking, based on the type of incoming video signal. An Auto Setup allows you to quickly get the image “in the ballpark”...

  • Page 62: 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 or may not match the projector’s resolution.
  • Page 63 For 1080i digital and 1080p signals, channels are pre-configured at the Runco factory for each aspect ratio. These channels use Custom size presets to achieve the selected aspect ratio. • “Custom” Resizing: The “Custom” re-size descriptor automatically appears in the Size and Position menu when any of the values for Size, Height, Horizontal Shift, Vertical Shift or Blanking do not correspond to those for a preset.

  • Page 64: Picture Quality Menu

    Use options in the Picture Quality menu to alter your image without affecting its size or position. Changes made in this menu are applied immediately and saved when you exit the menu. Options not available for the projector model or source are disabled and appear dim (gray).
  • Page 65 By default (and in an “Auto Setup”), the projector automatically determines the best input levels by monitoring image content and adjusting the controls appropriately; further adjustment is typically not required to obtain proper blacks or whites.
  • Page 66 • 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 VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 67 100% white (or the current color, if a certain color is enabled). Do not adjust too far. Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual 3. Adjust corresponding black level (red, green or or blue) until one black band appears.

  • Page 68: Installation Menu

    (recommended). Or, select Use Default Settings to undo the effects of a previous calibration. In the event of a power failure, the projector reverts to the default LumaCal settings in which case you should re-calibrate the lamp. LumaCal lamp calibration takes approximately two minutes.
  • Page 69 When OptiCal is enabled, the VX-44d/-55d performs a reference calibration when the projector is turned on. The lens returns to its last saved position (or actual position, if no motion calibration has been done previously). Further adjustments to the zoom, focus and position are automatically saved.

  • Page 70: Working With The Lamp

    Delete the check mark to prevent display of this message – instead, when your lamp expires, only the status display messages on the back of the projector will provide a visual warning to replace the lamp.
  • Page 71 To use “Intensity” mode, judge by eye (or use a meter) and set the level as desired for your application. Over time, the projector will automatically increase the power supplied to the lamp as needed to maintain the chosen intensity as closely as possible.
  • Page 72 Lamp History (read-only): Lamp History shows the lamps most recently installed and recorded in the projector. The Lamp History automatically updates whenever you record a new lamp serial number; the new lamp is added to the end of the list.

  • Page 73: Operation

    The VX-44d/-55d 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. Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual buttons on either the remote control or the DHD 4. Operation...
  • Page 74 Gain Offset ISF Day - Input Color Chroma Delay Phase Noise Filter Save ISF Settings Back / Confirm Left/Right Up/Down Output Shift Width Height Save Owner Name Splash Configure ISF Calibrated ISF Other OSD Position Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 75: Main Menu

    The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector functions. (The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a passcode.) From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source.
  • Page 76 (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 VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 77 Aspect Ratio Control VirtualWide V-WIDE Cinema CINEMA (Cinema aspect ratio / no CineWide) Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Description VirtualWide scales a 4:3 image NON-linearly (more on the sides than in the center) 4:3 Image on 16:9 Screen (Display) to fit a 16:9 screen.

  • Page 78: Picture

    ISF Presets on page 71. 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 79 • The dark gray areas are barely visible. • The lighter gray areas are clearly visible. • The white areas are a comfortable level of true white. • The image contains only black, gray and white (no color). Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 80 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 VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 81 (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 VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...

  • Page 82: 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 VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 83: Isf Presets

    Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your DHD Controller: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware version build date. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.

  • Page 84: Calibration

    To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” from the ISF Presets menu (see above). ISF Night - Display Color: Use the Display Color settings to adjust the projector lamp intensity. These settings are saved independently for each input.

  • Page 85: Service

    OSD Position: Select OSD Position, press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change the size and position of the OSD controls. Use the Service menu to access advanced projector configuration settings. This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.
  • Page 86 3. The LED turns off to confirm the code change. If you enter an invalid code, the LED flashes for three or four seconds. Try again, entering a valid code. buttons to change a character; press repeatedly to highlight that input name in the Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual to select...
  • Page 87 • Installation - Orientation: Refer to Adjusting the Picture Orientation on page 37. • Installation - Keystone: If the projector and screen are not installed perpendicular to each other, the image may become distorted in a trapezoidal shape, as shown in Figure 4-6.
  • Page 88 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 Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratios.
  • Page 89 DHD Controller to use a specific output resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service menu and choose one. Then, press ENTER to confirm. System Reset: To reset ALL projector and controller settings (including image settings) back to their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu.
  • Page 90 Operation Notes: Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 91: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    For lamp or filter replacement, please contact your nearest Runco authorized service center or Runco dealer. Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself! 1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
  • Page 92 Figure 5-4. Slide the lamp all the way in. A slightly harder push may be required right at the end to make sure it is fully seated into the terminal block. NOTE: The projector will not power up again if the lamp is not fully connected to the terminal block.

  • Page 93: Filter Replacement

    Whenever you replace the lamp – or more often if the projector is installed in an extremely dusty environment – you should also replace the two filters located at the front and right side of the projector.

  • Page 94: Lens Replacement

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lens Replacement If you need to remove the lens – either to replace it or to prepare the projector for shipment – proceed as follows: 1. Power down the projector and wait five minutes to allow the lamp to cool.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting Tips

    Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the VX-44d/-55d. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact Runco Technical Support. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart...
  • Page 96 DHD lens motor and DHD Controller. Controller (Figure 3-13). • Correct the trigger assignment. assignment (refer to Configure Lens Motor Trigger (CineWide with AutoScope) on page 40). Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Solution...

  • Page 97: Error Codes

    If the status code display on the back of the projector shows one of the following values, you have encountered a likely system error requiring the attention of a qualified service technician. Acknowledge and clear the error by pressing EXIT twice on the rear-panel keypad.
  • Page 98 TIPM fan failed (Fan 7). TIPM fan failed (Fan 8). Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the projector’s rear-panel keypad) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again.
  • Page 99 Modular formatter DMD mismatch. Modular formatter sequence mismatch. Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the projector’s rear-panel keypad) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again.
  • Page 100 Unable to program the optional Post Processing Module (Warp module). Note: To clear a system error, press the EXIT key (on the projector’s rear-panel keypad) twice. If necessary, reset the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again.

  • Page 101: Serial Communications

    DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >). Table 6-1. Serial Commands Parameter Command (min/max) Power On/Off Commands POWER POWER? Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual 6. Serial Communications Value Description Stored? Turns projector off Turns projector on Turns projector on and off...
  • Page 102 Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio Sets the output screen to 1.78:1 (16:9) Sets the output screen to 2.35:1 Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio Selects the Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratio Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 103 -100/100 TINT? Image Preset Commands CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 NIGHT PRESET? Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets a value for brightness Returns brightness setting value Sets a value for input color chroma delay Returns input color chroma delay setting...
  • Page 104 Sets the value for output horizontal position Returns output horizontal position value Sets the value for output vertical position Returns output vertical position value Sets the value for output width Returns output horizontal width value Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 105 HWVER? INRES? LENS1? LENS2? OUTRES OUTRES? SWVER? TRIGGER Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets the background color for letterbox or 4:3 aspect ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white) Returns background setting value Returns product manufacture date...
  • Page 106 IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote. DOWN ENTER LEFT MENU RIGHT Value Description Stored? Down-Arrow ( ) key ENTER key Left-Arrow ( ) key MENU Right-Arrow ( ) key Up-Arrow ( ) key Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 107: Specifications

    1920 x 1080 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2 Video Standards: Refer to Table 7-2 DTV Compatibility: 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p Scan Frequency: Horizontal: 15 kHz to 120 kHz Vertical: 23.97 Hz to 150 Hz Picture Size (16:9 Screen): VX-44d: Recommended width = 72 to 192 in.
  • Page 108 CSMS measurements. Industry-Standard Specifications 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.
  • Page 109 Table 7-1. VX-44d/-55d Specifications (continued) Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Lamp: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 110: Dhd Controller Specifications

    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. Discrete infrared remote Serial commands via RS-232 Front-panel controls Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 111: Vx-44D/-55D Dimensions

    Figure 7-1 shows the VX-44d/-55d dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). Intake Vents 29.023 9.668 Figure 7-1. VX-44d/-55d Dimensions Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual 12.225 11.245 28.240 Exhaust Vent 27.465 Specifications VX-44d/-55d Dimensions...
  • Page 112 Specifications Notes: Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 114 S ER IAL N UM B E R RUMA-011195 rev 11-20-06 v1.1 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...

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