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Runco Video Xtreme VX-40d 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-40d / VX-50d / VX-60d / VX-80d Digital Cinema Projectors...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1 Warnings and Safety Guidelines ................71 4.2 Cleaning and Maintenance Guide ................74 4.3 Replacing Remote Batteries ................75 4.4 Lamp and Filter Replacement ................75 4.5 Replacing the Projection Lens ................78 5.1 Displays ......................81 5.2 Lamp .........................83 Specifications ........................85 Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents (continued) Glossary ..........................93 Serial Communications Cables .................... 99 Throw Distance ........................101 Optional Input Modules ...................... 103 Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 5: Limited Warranty

    CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 6 In that instance, shipping costs will be the responsibility of the owner. COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS © Copyright 2005 Runco International. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
  • Page 7 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...

  • Page 8: Preface

    Preface ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual is designed for use with the VX-40d, VX-50d, VX-60d and VX-80d projectors. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    SECTION 1 Introduction The Runco VX-40d, VX-50d, VX-60d and VX-80d Video Xtreme™ projectors are 1.1 Projector overview professional 3-chip projectors based on next-generation Digital Light Processing™ (DLP™) technology by Texas Instruments™. These projectors are compatible with standard international video formats and can interface with IBM®-compatible PC, Macintosh®...
  • Page 10 Section 1: Introduction This page is intentionally left blank. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 11: Installation And Setup

    DHD Controller. NOTE: One of the available optional input modules can be installed at INPUT 5 or INPUT 6 for additional connections. Refer to Section 2.3, Connecting Sources, for more details on connecting a specific source. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 12 3-pronged end into a grounded AC outlet. The input voltage to the projector must be between 100 and 240 VAC in 1000W models (VX-40d and VX-60d) and between 200 and 240VAC in 1200W models (VX-50d and VX-80d). Refer to Section 6, Specifications, for complete details on all power requirements.

  • Page 13: Installation Considerations

    The audience sitting within the viewing cone area sees a brighter image than those sitting just outside this area. Runco generally does not recommend use of curved screens with the Video Xtreme series, due to excessive brightness and uncorrectable geometrical distortion. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 14 VCR has a 4:3 or 1.33:1 aspect ratio. For example, to display a VCR output with a 4:3 aspect ratio onto a 10-foot (3m) high screen, the width of the screen must be at least 13.3 feet (4m). Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 15: Throw Distance

    For example, using a 0.75:1 lens, throw distance would roughly be 0.75 x screen width. ������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������ � � Figure 2.1 Estimating Throw Distance Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 16 Vertical offset can also be expressed as the percent of half the image height OR the number of pixels of shift from lens center. See Figure 2.2 for some illustrated examples of vertical offset. Figure 2.2 Examples of Vertical Offset Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 17 Table 2.1, Table 2.2 and Figure 2.3 show the maximum vertical offset of a lens or alternatively, how much of your projected image will appear above or below lens center if the maximum vertical offset is applied using that lens. Table 2.1 Lens Offsets for the VX-40d / VX-50d Vertical Offset Maximum amount of...
  • Page 18 Section 2: Installation and Setup Vertical Offset for 0.73:1 Fixed Lens Vertical Offset for 1.6 - 2.0:1, 2.0 - 2.7:1, 2.7 - 5.0:1, 5.0 - 8.0:1 Zoom Lens Figure 2.3 Lens Vertical Offsets Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 19 Figure 2.4 Horizontal Offset Examples Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 20 Section 2: Installation and Setup Horizontal Offset for 0.73:1 Fixed Lens horizontal Horizontal Horizontal Offset for 1.6 - 2.0:1, 2.0 - 2.7:1, 2.7 - 5.0:1, 5.0 - 8.0:1 Zoom Lens Figure 2.5 Horizontal Offset Examples Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 21 However, the side-to-side tilt limit of the projector must not exceed ±15 degrees. This tilt limit is required to ensure optimal performance of the lamp. See Figure 2.6. ������ ����� Figure 2.6 Mounting Angle Ranges (Front-to-Back and Side-to-Side) Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 22: Adjusting Projector Height

    The Runco logos on the front and rear of the projector can be rotated to match a floor or ceiling installation. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and rotate it 180 degrees. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 23: Connecting Sources

    INPUT 1 consists of 5 BNC connectors and can be used as the input from the DHD RGB Signals Controller. This projector supports multiple sync types with RGB signals: sync-on-green, composite sync, and separate H and V syncs. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 24 Space option within the Image Settings menu. Refer to Section 3.5, Adjusting the Image. 2) Do not connect digital component signals (known as YCbCr) to INPUT 1. Install an appropriate optional module in INPUT 5 or INPUT 6 for this. Figure 2.11 Connecting YPbPr sources Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 25 2) DVI loop through is not available unless you have the optional DVI Input Module installed at INPUT 5 or INPUT 6. Refer to Appendix D, Optional Input Modules, for a list of available optional input Optional Inputs modules. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 26: Connecting Communications

    The 9-pin DIN connector labeled RS232 IN on the input panel is dedicated to serial communication with the DHD Controller. Using the appropriate serial communication cables and supplied adapter, connect the DHD Controller. From DHD Controller Figure 2.13 Connecting RS232 from the Controller Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 27: Power Connection

    3-pronged end into a grounded AC outlet. The input voltage to the projector must be between 100 and 240 VAC in 1000W models (VX-40d and VX- 60d) and between 200 and 240VAC in 1200W models (VX-50d and VX-80d). (See also Section 6 –...
  • Page 28 Section 2: Installation and Setup This page is intentionally left blank. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 29: Operation

    NOTE: The third foot, located at the rear of the projector (underside) is not adjustable. Refer to Adjusting Projector Height in Section 2 for instructions on how to adjust the projector’s feet. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 30 The lamp door is located at the back of the projector, which provides easy access to the Lamp Door ➤ lamp module for replacement. Refer to Section 4.4, Lamp and Filter Replacement, for lamp replacement procedures. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 31: Using The Remote Or Built-In Keypad

    TV or VCR. When making key presses, direct the keypad toward the front or top of the projector. One of the two IR sensors on the projector will detect the signals and relay the commands for internal processing. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 32 Section 3: Operation SYSTEM MAIN LENS FUNCS SOURC PREV GUIDE MENU EXIT INFO Figure 3.3 Theater Master IR Remote Control Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 33 15. FUNCTION Button Though labled ‘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 VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 34 The IR remote has its own menu structure, independent LCD Menu ➤ of the on-screen menus. The IR remote menus provide MAIN convenient shortcuts for selecting the signal source, LENS FUNCS operating the lens and performing certain other projector functions. SOURC Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 35 You can use the scrollable list of channels when you press CHANL, or you may prefer to enter the desired channel number “blind;” that is, without on-screen feedback. Refer to Menu Preferences later in this section. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 36 Input 7. If you are using the built-in keypad or the remote keypad, press INPT5 to access Input 7 as follows: • While displaying from Input 5, press INPT5 again. This switches to Input 7. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 37 Eliminating one or more colors can help with certain ��� diagnostics and setups, such as when accurately overlaying ��� one image on top of another from stacked projectors. ��� NOTE: Color enabling can also be implemented from numerous locations within the menu system. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 38: Navigating The Menus

    Enter. Extra long menus have a scroll bar on the right; use the arrow keys to access the remainder of the menu. Locked items or items that do not pertain to the current action or condition appear dimmed and cannot be selected. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 39 These time-outs may vary depending on what is displayed. Menu options that include this icon apply universally to any incoming The Global Icon signal. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 40 Use ▲ or ▼ keys to navigate up and down within the list (the current choice is noted with a small ►). Press Enter to choose an option from the list. Figure 3.7 Example of Pull-Down List Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 41 1) Once you enter the first digit, this digit replaces all old digits. 2) If you press any non-numbered key, the number entered up to that point is accepted and updated as the new value. 3) Press Exit to cancel editing of numerical values. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 42: Using Inputs And Channels

    2-digit channel, such as 0 9. You can have numerous distinct channels available for the same input, any of which can be selected by pressing FUNCS then CHANL on the keypad, followed by the two-digit channel number. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 43 NOTES: 1) The current channel is highlighted upon entering the channel list, or, if this channel is not displayed here, the first channel in the list is highlighted. 2) Channels created automatically do not appear in the channel list unless a parameter for the channel has been changed. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 44 “i” (for interlaced signals) or “p” (for progressive signals). Table 3.2. Signal Type Abbreviations Abbrev. Signal Type Composite (4 wire) on HC input Composite (4 wire) on V input Sync-on-green Separate H,V Separate H,V swapped SVid S-Vid CVid Composite Video Digital Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 45 DIS to activate the Channel Copy/Delete submenu. Select “Delete” and press Enter. A confirmation window appears. Press Enter again to confirm the deletion or select Cancel if you change your mind. ����� Figure 3.11. Deleting a Channel Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 46 CHANL key is pressed. If unchecked, the channel must be accessed via CHANL on the keypad or via the Auto Source function. NOTE: To enable or disable on-screen display of the Channel List, use the Menu Preferences menu (described later in this section). Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Image

    An Auto Setup can save considerable setup time, and you can still modify the adjustments as desired using menu options described below. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 48 ✔A video image or 4:3 graphic image will enlarge to fill the screen. ✔An anamorphic (16:9) image will fill the width and be centered between black bars on top and bottom. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 49 (cropped), or the display may have black borders at the top and bottom (called “letterbox”). • Select Full Height to fill the display from top-to-bottom. Depending on the source, this may create borders. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 50 “38,” thus you can use either setting. If some shimmer from a video or HDTV source persists, use the “Filter” control in the Image Settings menu (described later) to remove high-frequency noise from the signal. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 51 1050, the remaining active input window will be reduced to 1200 x 1050. When using SD or HD, or a decoded video source at INPUT 3 (Composite) or INPUT 4 (S-Video), the default blanking of “0” defines an active input window of 720 x 483. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 52 Changes made to the Image Settings menu are applied immediately and are saved when you exit the menu (press EXIT or MENU). Options not available for the projector model or source are disabled and appear dim (gray). Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 53 Override only if standard pixel tracking and phase adjustments do not adequately clear up a “noisy” video signal, or if a graphics signal appears overly “soft”. Both instances indicate that “Filter” may be set to the wrong option. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 54 RGB and will incorrectly decode their color information as YPbPr (video). These signals, which appear magenta, can include: • RGB signals in NTSC, PAL, SECAM frequency ranges • Scan-doubled sync-on-green • Scan-quadrupled sync-on-green For these signals, change the Color Space to RGB. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 55 For some types of video, you can override the setting. The control is disabled for other types of video (and all graphics sources). Generally, if black appears crushed when brightness = 50, choose 0 IRE. If black appears excessively elevated, use 7.5 IRE. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 56 “overshoot” and “undershoot”. Note that Input Levels are of limited use with digital signals, but do offer some ability to tweak poorly mastered source materials. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 57 (e.g., sync-on-green). Use Tri Level instead. COLOR ENABLE – Select which color or colors you want to see in the display, useful while working with color temperature white levels or input levels. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 58 6. Repeat Steps 2-5 with the other two remaining primary colors. When each primary color shows one optimized black band and white (or colored) band, the input levels for this source are correctly set. Upon exiting the Input Levels menu, the Peak Detector checkbox will clear. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 59: Advanced Image Settings

    Color Adjustment by X/Y or Color Saturation submenus, and is most often needed with multiple-projector applications. Select the color adjustment producing the best color accuracy for your application and installation. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 60 An ideal detail threshold is one in which high frequencies that are causing objectionable noise are not magnified when using “Detail”, but frequencies which can help sharpen an overly-soft image are magnified when using “Detail”. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 61: Adjusting System Parameters And Advanced Controls

    Note that unsaved display adjustments may be lost. Set Date and Time Enter/read the current year-month-day and hour-minute-second. Changes here reset the projector’s real-time clock. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 62: Menu Preferences

    “RS232” to receive messages via RS232 (or RS422) serial communication only. Select “Off” to hide error message displays. Because the DHD Controller uses the RS232 port, Runco recommends this be set to Screen. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 63 Controller or in a simple serial network with only one type of controller and linking. SEPARATE: Select “Separate” (factory default) to keep RS232, RS422 and Ethernet messages on their respective paths instead of being broadcast to the other types of ports. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 64 The projector will then respond to incoming commands from either port. To disable the wired keypad, you must use a different keypad—the built-in or an IR remote keypad—to select “off”. This safeguard prevents you from accidentally disabling the wired keypad during use. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 65 Your settings apply as long as the “Uniformity Enable” checkbox is enabled and you are using a “User” color temperature defined by the Brightness Uniformity controls. Remove the checkmark from the “Uniformity Enable” checkbox to disable the Brightness Uniformity function. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 66 NOTE: Defining a “User” color gamut when a test pattern is displayed does not get saved in the current channel. Display the source first, then select a color gamut (User) from Select Color Adjustment. Changes here are then saved for that source in channel memory. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 67 Apply the new “User” color gamuts at any time in the Advanced Image Settings menu. Figure 3.16. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram NOTE: Keep new x,y coordinates within the original color gamut triangle shown here. Refer to Section 6, Specifications, for color primaries. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 68 “frozen” at the source. For example, in moving images it is sometimes difficult to observe artifacts such as external deinterlacing/resizing and signal noise. Remove the checkmark to return back to normal. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 69 NOTES: 1) Adjust offset before gain, since offset affects gain. 2) A value of 128 represents no change in normal odd pixel offset or gain. 3) Odd Pixel Adjustment eliminates “1 pixel on, 1 pixel off” patterns only, not any type of larger patterns. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 70: Working With The Lamp

    NOTE: Read-only. This information also appears in the Status menu. LAMP S/N is the serial number recorded for the current lamp. When you install a new lamp and enter its serial number, the number will appear here. NOTE: Read-only. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 71 Power: The power supplied to the lamp will remain at your specified wattage level. Once you select this option, enter the number of watts representing the power level you wish to maintain. See “Power” on the next page. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 72 NOTES: 1) Lamps become more stable over time, thus a specific intensity is more easily maintained as the lamp ages. 2) Intensity can be set only if the lamp is in “Intensity” mode 3) Intensity cannot exceed the output of Max Brightness mode. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 73 NOTE: Enter a serial number only if you have just installed a new lamp. This will help ensure that lamp timer is not reset on an old lamp and that the number of hours logged on the lamp will be accurate. IMPORTANT Always record the serial number of a NEW lamp. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 74: Status Menu

    In addition, the Status menu identifies the current channel, its location, its frequencies and other details. Scroll the full Status menu using ▲ and ▼ on the directional keypad. Use ◄ and ► for page up/down. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 75: Error Conditions

    Such a condition occurs when only one of the two sync signals is present or when either sync signal is unstable or of the wrong frequency. Correct the signal or select another input. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 76 The specific code number identifies the source of the error detected, and is particularly useful in cases where the projector is far away. For example, the code “27” means the lamp could not be turned on. Table 3.3 lists the error codes for this projector. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 77 Unable to power the optional module omitted from this table should not Unable to program the Dual Slot Backplane Module (DSBP) appear in your projector. Unable to program the optional Post Processing Module (Warp module) Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
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  • Page 79: Maintenance

    Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the projector and cart combination to overturn. • Only use Runco-approved ceiling mount fixture, if the projector is to be ceiling mounted. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 80 The projector is equipped with a three-wire plug having a third grounding pin. This is a safety feature – if you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet contact an electrician to have the outlet replaced. Do not defeat the safety purpose of this grounding-type plug. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 81 Runco accredited service technicians. Use replacement parts that are manufacturer-approved only. Use of any other part other than the ones specified by the manufacturer can result in fire, electric shock or other damage. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 82: Cleaning And Maintenance Guide

    NOTE: Before cleaning the modules, it is recommended that you install the lens cap. This will keep dust particles from settling on the glass surface of the lens. Table 4.1. Maintenance Guide Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 83: Replacing Remote Batteries

    Lamp Message option. NOTE: The lamp mode you choose to run the projector in may affect the lamp life. Tools required: #1 Phillips screwdriver Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 84 3. Pull (out) and turn the lamp lock lever, which is located to the left of the lamp module, a quarter turn counter clockwise to the “unlock” position. (Figure 4.3.) Figure 4.3. Unlocking the Lamp Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 85 8. The next time the projector is powered up, enter the new serial number of the newly installed lamp. Access the Lamp menu and select “Change Lamp.” Enter the serial number in the Lamp S/N text box using the numeric keypad. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 86: Replacing The Projection Lens

    With the lens fully inserted (and connected) turn it clockwise until the lens release button “pops” indicating the lens is fully inserted. Figure 4.6. Lens Assembly (Front View) Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 87 Section 4: Maintenance Figure 4.7. Removing or Installing A Lens Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
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  • Page 89: Displays

    The source (if non-video) may need a different sync tip clamp location. The upper portion of This can sometimes occur with video or VCR sources. the display is waving, Check your source. tearing or jittering... Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 90 If the distance between the input source device and the projector is greater than 75 feet, signal amplification/ conditioning may be required. If the source is a VCR or off-air broadcast, detail may be set too high. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 91: Lamp

    If the values shown in the Lamp menu indicate that the lamp power has reached this “over-drive” state, either reduce your intensity setting or install a new lamp. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
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  • Page 93: Specifications

    100%; Short Throw: H: 69%, V: 37% (Contact Runco technical support for installation details.) Lamp: 1000W Xenon lamp module Lamp Life: 1000 Hours @ 6,500K Inputs: (1) Composite, (1) S-Video, (1) DVI, (1) RGB/Component, (1) RS232, (1) RS422 Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 94 Complies with FCC Class B, CE, C-Tick Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Lamp Warranty: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 95 100%; Short Throw: H: 69%, V: 37% (Contact Runco technical support for installation details.) Lamp: 1.2kW Xenon lamp module Lamp Life: 1000 Hours @ 6,500K Inputs: (1) Composite, (1) S-Video, (1) DVI, (1) RGB/Component, (1) RS232, (1) RS422 Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 96 Complies with FCC Class B, CE, C-Tick Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Lamp Warranty: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 97 100%; Short Throw: H: 69%, V: 37% (Contact Runco technical support for installation details.) Lamp: 1000W Xenon lamp module Lamp Life: 1000 Hours @ 6500K Inputs: (1) Composite, (1) S-Video, (1) DVI, (1) RGB/ Component, (1) RS232, (1) RS422 Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 98 Complies with FCC Class B, CE, C-Tick Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Lamp Warranty: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 99 100%; Short Throw: H: 69%, V: 37% (Contact Runco technical support for installation details.) Lamp: 1.2kW Xenon lamp module Lamp Life: 1000 Hours @ 6500K Inputs: (1) Composite, (1) S-Video, (1) DVI, (1) RGB/ Component, (1) RS232, (1) RS422 Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 100 Complies with FCC Class B, CE, C-Tick Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Lamp Warranty: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 101: Glossary

    CIE color locus diagram whose corners are the three primaries defined in the system. Also known as color space. A change in the tint of a white field across an image. Color Shift ➤ Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 102 The frequency at which complete images are generated. For non-interlaced signals, the Frame Rate ➤ frame rate is identical to the vertical frequency. For interlaced signals, the frame rate (also known as field rate) is one half of vertical frequency. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 103 The length of time, over which flicker may occur varies considerably and unpredictably. This behavior is inherent in UHP lamps. The reproduction of the horizontal and vertical size of characters and/or shapes over the Linearity ➤ entire screen. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 104 ➤ from the right edge to the left edge. (Horizontal) The time required by the video amplifier of the projector to increase its output from 10% to Rise Time ➤ 90% of the maximum value. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 105 The ability of a projector to synchronize to inputs with frequencies within a specified range. Variable Scan ➤ The frequency at which images are generated. Vertical frequencies vary amongst sources. Vertical Frequency ➤ Also called vertical scan rate. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 106 A high-end analog component video signal. Sometimes called YUV, Component, or Y, R-Y, YPbPr ➤ B-Y, the YPbPr signal by-passes the video decoder in this projector. See YPbPr. ➤ The adjustment of image size by means of a zoom lens. Zoom ➤ Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 107: Serial Communications Cables

    ▪ Wiring from your control system (or RS232-to- RS422 adapter) may vary. Consult the documentation for your device. ▪ Connect Tx+ to Rx+ ▪ Connect Tx- to Rx- ▪ Connect Rx+ to Tx+ ▪ Connect Rx- to Tx- Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 108 Appendix B: Serial Communications Cables This page is intentionally left blank. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 109: Throw Distance

    Throw Distance (TD) is measured from the screen to the center of the projector’s lens. Lens Option VX-40d / VX-50d Throw Distances VX-60d / VX-80d Throw Distances 1.65 - 1.95 1.48 - 1.75 2.04 - 2.73 1.81 - 2.40...
  • Page 110 Appendix C: Throw Distance This page is intentionally left blank. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 111: Optional Input Modules

    • accepts YPbPr, composite (on green) and Y/C (on red/blue) • BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs • Buffered signals to a remote destination NOTE: The audio connectors are not functional. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 112 • 15 pin D connectors for video • active loop-through video outputs NOTES: 1) This interface does not accept VGA and MAC signals simultaneously. 2) The audio connectors are not functional. 3) Trademarks are the rights of their respective owners. Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 113 This module can display digital video input signals conforming to the DVI (Digital Visual Interface) single-channel standard. Features • supports Digital Visual Interface (DVI) single-channel • supports VESA Extended Display Identification Data (EDID™) ® • provides an active-loop-through using a DVI connector (conforming to the DVI Specification) Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 114 • Accepts and decodes up to two serial digital inputs • Outputs up to two 10-bit YCbCr 4:2:2 video signals • Provides input(s) to output(s) loop-through capability • Supplies interchangeable inputs as part of the Picture-in Picture display • SMPTE 259M compatible Runco VX-40d/-50d/-60d/-80d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 116 SERIA L N UM BE R RUMA-011010 rev 08-29-05 Runco International • 2900 Faber Street • Union City, CA 94587 • Ph (510) 324-7777 / (800) 23RUNCO / Fax (510) 324-9300 www.runco.com...

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