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Runco D-73d Ultra Installation & Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 N S T A L L A T I O N P E R A T I O N A N U A L 3Dimension™ Series D-73d LED Home Theater Projection System D-73d D-73d/CineWide™ D-73d/CineWide with AutoScope™ D-73d Ultra D-73d Ultra/CineWide™ D-73d Ultra/CineWide with AutoScope™...

  • Page 3: Runcocare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty

    (if any). You may be required to provide proof of purchase in order to receive warranty services. 1. Runco may update this list of products excluded from this warranty from time to time at Runco’s sole discretion, but updates will not apply on a retroactive basis.
  • Page 4 • If an RMA is issued, the dealer or customer will need to return the defective product to the Runco repair depot location specified by the Runco technical support representative. The dealer or customer will need to properly package the defective product in a suitable shipping container consisting of the product only, and not include any accessories (e.g.,...
  • Page 5 Other Terms and Conditions 1. If the defective product is not properly packaged and is damaged in transit during its return to Runco, you may be invoiced for either the repair costs, if repairable, or the MSRP of a replacement product and shipping costs incurred by Runco.
  • Page 6 Runco. The trademarks reproduced in this Runco Owner’s Manual and used on the Runco Products are either owned by Runco or are licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video product! 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 8 The glasses that accompany this product are not safe to use as sunglasses, protective eyewear or any use outdoors or other than only in conjunction with the proper operation of the Runco product with which they are sold. It is common to dim the lights in a home theater. Using 3D glasses and the immersive imagery of stereoscopic imagery can increase the risk of tripping or falling the dark.

  • Page 9: Compliance Information

    EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”; EN 60950-1 The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Runco International, LLC, located at 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992.
  • Page 10 FCC PART 15: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ...........iii Important Safety Instructions ..................vii Compliance Information ....................ix 1. Introduction .......................1 About This Manual ......................1 Target Audience ....................1 If You Have Comments About This Manual............1 Textual and Graphic Conventions .................1 Using This Manual ......................2 Description, Features and Benefits ................3 Key Features and Benefits ..................4 Parts List........................5...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Ventilation ......................30 Other Considerations...................30 Installing the Optional Anamorphic Lens Mount ............31 Installing the CineWide/AutoScope Lens Motor (D-73d/CineWide with AutoScope) Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (D-73d/CineWide) ......34 Mounting the D-73d ....................36 Floor Mounting (Upright)..................36 Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)..................36 Installing the Projector in an Enclosure ...............36 Adjusting the Projection Angle................36 Mounting the Dimension Digital Controller ..............37...
  • Page 13 Table of Contents Sleep Timer ......................79 Information......................80 Calibration......................81 Service.........................88 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................99 Maintenance ......................99 Troubleshooting ....................100 6. External Control ....................103 Serial Communications ...................103 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ............103 Command Format....................103 Response Format ....................104 Command and Response Examples ..............105 Serial Command List ..................105 Using Discrete IR Codes ..................118 IR Command Protocol ..................118...
  • Page 14 Table of Contents D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...
  • Page 15 List of Figures 2-1. D-73d Series LED 3-D Home Theater Projection System Block Diagram ....7 2-2. Standard D-73d Projector Functional Components.............8 2-3. D-73d Rear Panel......................10 2-4. Dimension Digital Controller Front Panel ..............11 2-5. Dimension Digital Controller Rear Panel ..............13 2-6. Dimension Digital Controller Remote Control Unit for D-73d ........15 3-1.
  • Page 16 List of Figures 3-29. Image Alignment Controls ..................63 4-1. D-73d OSD Menu Structure ..................65 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ............72 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast............72 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint ......73 4-5.

  • Page 17: Introduction

    Target Audience most out of the D-73d. 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 18: Using This Manual

    Introduction Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or injury: TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using certain features. NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special Note significance.

  • Page 19: Description, Features And Benefits

    Description, Features integrates 3D visualization technology that is based on the science of how the human eye and brain process actual depth and dimension in real life. Runco has created a and Benefits flawless stereoscopic video reproduction that is unlike anything else in the home or private cinema market.

  • Page 20: Key Features And Benefits

    Introduction With Runco CineWide, the projection system is able to use the full pixel array, thereby producing a 2.35:1 image with enhanced resolution and increased brightness. No resolution or image area is lost to those black bars that contain no picture information.

  • Page 21: Parts List

    Your D-73d is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, Parts List please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO. • D-73d Series LED 3-D Home Theater Projection System: • Projector •...
  • Page 22 Introduction Notes: D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 23: System Overview

    2. System Overview The D-73d Series LED 3-D Home Theater Projection System consists of the following components: • The projector, consisting of two discrete LED optical engines stacked one on top of the other to provide either two-dimensional (2D) or three-dimensional (3D) content. •...

  • Page 24: Projector

    System Overview The standard D-73d projector, shown in Figure 2-2, consists of two discrete LED optical Projector engines stacked one on top of the other to provide either three-dimensional (3D) or two-dimensional (2D) content. For 3D content, each engine produces the image for one eye. Linear polarizers on each engine isolate the output images from one another.
  • Page 25 The screw to the right of the lens activates the lens lock, which freezes the zoom and lens shift settings to keep the projector images aligned over time. When shipped from Runco, the lenses are unlocked. To lock them, use the same 5.0-mm Hex wrench (provided) that you use for lens shift adjustments. (Turn clockwise two or three turns.)

  • Page 26: Projector Rear Panel

    System Overview Projector Rear Panel Figure 2-3 shows the D-73d rear panel. PRIMARY SECONDARY Figure 2-3. D-73d Rear Panel 1. POWER INPUT (Left-Eye Engine – 100 to 240 VAC) Connect the left-eye optical engine to power here. 2. DHD INPUT (Left-Eye Engine) An HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting the HDMI Out To Pri.

  • Page 27: Dimension Digital Controller

    System Overview 5. ERROR LED (Left-Eye Engine) Indicates left-eye engine error conditions as follows: • Flashing red = Over temperature, user intervention (clear vents, turn on AC) may fix problem • Solid red = Error that requires servicing (fan failure, Power-on Self-Test (POST) failure).
  • Page 28 System Overview 1. RUNCO ICON Lights blue to indicate that the controller is on or powering up. 2. IR SENSOR Receives IR commands from the remote control. 3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected menu or –...

  • Page 29: Rear Panel Layout

    System Overview Figure 2-5 shows the rear connector panel on the Dimension Digital Controller. Rear Panel Layout TRIGGERS Pri. Display Control Sec. Display Control 3D SYNC RS-232 RS-232 PC / Control To Accessory Box Component / SCART Compone ent / SCART HDMI Out To Sec.
  • Page 30 System Overview 11. DisplayPort DisplayPort 1.1a and DisplayPort-HDCP 1.1 compliant, SD/HD input for connecting SDTV, EDTV or HDTV component video sources. 12. HD1 / HD2 In (15-pin VGA) Two inputs for connecting standard-definition (SD = 480i/576i), enhanced-definition (ED = 480p/576p) or high-definition (HD = 720p/1080i/1080p) component video sources, or RGBHV sources such as personal computers.

  • Page 31: D-73D Remote Control Unit

    System Overview Figure 2-6 shows the D-73d remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its D-73d Remote Control functionality. Unit The D-73d remote control unit supports an “extended” key code Note mode that allows certain buttons to perform alternate functions. The following list identifies those buttons that have both standard and extended-mode functions.
  • Page 32 System Overview 1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted. 2. OFF (Standard) / Sleep Timer = 30 Minutes (Extended) Press to turn off the Dimension Digital Controller and projector. In extended mode, press to set the Sleep Timer to 30 minutes.
  • Page 33 System Overview 5. Numeric Buttons (Standard) Use these buttons to enter numeric characters (0 ... 9), such as when changing remote control codes (refer to Remote Control on page 91). Numeric Buttons (Extended) In extended mode, press a numbered button to select a video source, as follows: Remote Control Button Source Assignment in Extended Key Code Mode HD 2...
  • Page 34 System Overview 10. Cursor Buttons ( , Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display patterns. When no menu is present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through the available aspect ratios, in this order: UP Button = Auto Cinema - Native - Virtual Cinema - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - 4:3 - 16:9 DOWN Button = 16:9 - 4:3 - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtual Cinema -...
  • Page 35 System Overview 14. 3D Mode Selection Buttons: 3D AUTO Press to set the 3D Mode to Auto. 3D SBS (Side-by-Side) Press to set the 3D Mode to 3D Side-by-Side. 3D TAB (Top-and-Bottom) Press to set the 3D Mode to 3D Top-and-Bottom. 3D FP (Frame Packing) Press to set the 3D Mode to 3D Frame Packing.
  • Page 36 System Overview Notes: D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 37: Installation

    3. Installation Installation must be performed by a qualified custom video Note installation specialist. To install batteries in the remote control: Remote Control 1. Press down the tab on the cover and pull the cover in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 38: Quick Setup

    Installation Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the D-73d installation process. The sections Quick Setup following this one provide detailed instructions. Table 3-1. Installation Overview For Details, Refer to Step Procedure page... Choose a location for the projector Choose and install a 3D-compatible screen Install CineWide lens mounting assembly (stationary base plate or AutoScope lens motor –...

  • Page 39: Installation Considerations

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

  • Page 40: Choosing A Screen

    2D won’t work at all for 3D. Runco has rated home theater screens on their ability to produce 2D and 3D content on a scale it calls PISCES™ (Polarized Image Sequence Conservation and Enhancement Standard).
  • Page 41 135.04 1.23 - 1.40 118.08 133.92 Pri. Lens + Shasta Lens Standard 2.52 – 4.00 182.95 290.40 (n/a) D-73d Ultra D-73d Ultra/ CineWide 2.52 – 4.00 182.95 290.40 1.89 – 3.00 181.44 288.00 (Shasta Lens) Note: Due to normal manufacturing variances, throw distance can vary by up to +/- 5 percent from these specifications.

  • Page 42: Vertical And Horizontal Position

    Installation Vertical and Horizontal Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular, Position perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen. Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way that the lens center is aligned with either the top or bottom edge of the screen area, and centered horizontally.

  • Page 43: Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)

    Installation 100% Width Lens Shift (1.0 x W) 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W) 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.

  • Page 44: Folded Optics

    Table 3-4 lists the usable lens shift ranges for each available D-73d lens, as percentages and absolute measurements with a 96 x 54 inch (1.78:1) screen. Table 3-4. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Ranges Lens Configuration Standard or D-73d Ultra Standard Short-Throw (Long-Throw Primary...

  • Page 45: Audio/Video Synchronization Issues

    Digital Controller may distribute video signals with a perceptible level of audio latency. Synchronization Issues In order to easily solve this issue, Runco recommends using the Dimension Digital Controller with a high-quality audio receiver that has the ability to effectively synchronize audio and video signals.

  • Page 46: Ventilation

    Installation Ventilation If you are mounting the D-73d in an enclosure, leave at least 3 inches (76.2 mm) of space on the left and right sides between it and surrounding objects, as shown in Figure 3-6. This allows heat to disperse, maintaining the proper operating temperature. Minimum 3.0 in.

  • Page 47: Installing The Optional Anamorphic Lens Mount

    Installation If you are installing a standard D-73d (without an anamorphic lens), skip this step and Installing the proceed with Mounting the D-73d (page 36). Optional Anamorphic If you are installing a D-73d/CineWide, proceed with Installing the Fixed CineWide Lens Mount Base Plate (D-73d/CineWide) (page 34).

  • Page 48: Autoscope Lens Motor Installation

    Installation Installing the Lens Motor: 1. Position the AutoScope lens motor as shown in Figure 3-7. 2. Line up the mounting holes on the lens motor housing with those on the underside of the projector. 3. Secure the motor to the projector with the eight (8) supplied M6 x 12mm Pan-Head Phillips screws.

  • Page 49: Connecting The Autoscope Lens Motor To The Projector

    Installation Connecting the AutoScope Lens Motor to the Projector: Connect the AutoScope lens transport motor to the 12-volt trigger output on the projector (labeled CINEWIDE/AUTOSCOPE), as shown in Figure 3-8. PRIMARY 3.5-mm mini plug SECONDARY +12V Power AC Input Trigger Input Switch Anamorphic Lens Transport Motor Figure 3-8.

  • Page 50: Installing The Fixed Cinewide Base Plate (D-73D/Cinewide)

    D-73d/CineWide with Whitney Anamorphic Lens: Figure 3-9 shows the Whitney CineWide Base Plate anamorphic lens base plate assembly for a D-73d/CineWide. (D-73d/CineWide) The Whitney anamorphic lens cannot be used with the Note D-73d Ultra. Screw, Phillips Pan-Head, M5-0.8 x 10mm (2x) 1 CineWide Base Plate for Whitney Lens Figure 3-9.

  • Page 51: D-73D/Cinewide With Shasta Anamorphic Lens Base Plate - Exploded View

    Installation D-73d/CineWide with Shasta Anamorphic Lens: Figure 3-10 shows the Shasta anamorphic lens base plate assembly for a D-73d/CineWide. Screw, Phillips Pan-Head, M5-0.8 x 20mm (4x) 1 CineWide Base Plate Rectangular for Shasta Spacer (2x) Lens Figure 3-10. D-73d/CineWide with Shasta Anamorphic Lens Base Plate - Exploded View To install the Shasta anamorphic lens base plate on a D-73d/CineWide: 1.

  • Page 52: Mounting The D-73D

    (Inverted) space for projector and audience, you can invert the D-73d and suspend it from the ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture. Use only the Runco-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your Note projector. Install the ceiling mount kit according to the instructions provided with the kit.

  • Page 53: Mounting The Dimension Digital Controller

    Installation The Dimension Digital Controller unit can be placed on any flat, stable surface such as Mounting the a shelf or table, or it can be rack-mounted using the supplied mounting hardware. Place it in a location that provides easy access to the power connectors. Dimension Digital Controller The Dimension Digital Controller unit requires 2U (3.5 inches) or more of vertical rack...

  • Page 54: System Interconnections

    Installation Proceed as follows to connect the D-73d system components to each other and to AC System power. Interconnections When connecting your equipment: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the correct signal cables for each source. •...

  • Page 55: Connecting The Dimension Digital Controller To The Projector

    Installation Figure 3-14 shows how to connect the Dimension Digital Controller to the projector. PRIMARY RJ-11 to DB-9 Adapters (provided) SECONDARY RS-232 Communication HDMI Cables Cables (provided) (not provided) Primary and Secondary Display Control Pri. Display Control Sec. Display Control 3D SYNC 3D SYNC TRIGGERS...

  • Page 56: Digital Controller (Optional)

    Installation Connecting an Audio The Dimension Digital Controller provides a third HDMI output (labeled HDMI Out Processor or Secondary (Audio Only)) for connection to an audio receiver/switching system or secondary Display Device to the display device for monitoring purposes. See Figure 3-15. Dimension Digital Controller (Optional) The Dimension Digital Controller does not transmit HDMI CEC...

  • Page 57: Additional Connections To The Dimension Digital Controller (Optional)

    Installation The Dimension Digital Controller provides the following interfaces to external Additional equipment that allow it to control or be controlled by that equipment: Connections to the Dimension Digital • An RS-232 interface to a PC or control/automation system; Controller (Optional) •...

  • Page 58: Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs

    Installation Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment: If you are installing a D-73d with AutoScope, connect the AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the Dimension Digital Controller; see Figure 3-17. Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or screen masks) to the other trigger outputs.
  • Page 59 Installation Connecting an External IR Receiver to the Dimension Digital Controller: If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the Dimension Digital Controller due to excessive distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an external IR receiver to extend the range of the remote control. See Figure 3-18.

  • Page 60: Ethernet Network Connection To Dimension Digital Controller

    Installation Ethernet Network Connection: Use a standard, Category 5 network cable with an RJ-45 plug to connect a network hub, router or gateway to the Ethernet port on the Dimension Digital Controller; see Figure 3-19. For more information about configuring and using this connection, refer to Network on page 80.

  • Page 61: Connecting Source Components To The Dimension Digital Controller

    Installation Connect your video sources to the Dimension Digital Controller as shown and Connecting Source described in the sections that follow. Components to the Dimension Digital DisplayPort Source Connection: See Figure 3-20. Controller TRIGGERS TRIGGERS 3D SYNC 3D SYNC RS-232 RS-232 To Accessory To Accessory...

  • Page 62: Hdmi Source Connections

    Installation HDMI Source Connections: See Figure 3-21. Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path, from source component output into the projector. You can also connect computers with DVI output to these inputs.

  • Page 63: Component Video Source Connections

    Installation Component Video Source Connections: Connect your component video sources to the HD1, HD2 and/or Component/SCART inputs as shown in Figure 3-22. TRIGGERS TRIGGERS 3D SYNC 3D SYNC RS-232 RS-232 To Accessory Box To Accessory Box Component / SCART HDMI 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 3 HDMI 3...

  • Page 64: Rgbhv Source Connections

    Installation RGBHV Source Connections: Connect personal computers and/or other RGB sources to the HD1 and/or HD2 inputs as shown in Figure 3-23. TRIGGERS TRIGGERS 3D SYNC 3D SYNC Component / SCART Component / SCART Video 2 Video 2 Video 1 Video 1 Video 3 Video 3...

  • Page 65: Scart Rgbs Source Connections

    Installation SCART RGBS Source Connections: Connect the green, blue and red outputs from your SCART source to the Component/SCART input on the Dimension Digital Controller. Connect the sync output from your SCART source to the Video 1 input on the Dimension Digital Controller. See Figure 3-24. 3D SYNC 3D SYNC TRIGGERS...

  • Page 66: Connecting To Ac Power

    Installation Composite Source Connections: See Figure 3-25. TRIGGERS TRIGGERS 3D SYNC 3D SYNC Component / SCART HDMI 1 HDMI 1 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 HDMI 2 HDMI 2 DisplayPor DisplayPor Composite Camcorder Composite Composite Gaming Console Figure 3-25. Composite Video Source Connections Connecting to AC Power Plug the female end of a power cord into each AC receptacle on the rear of the D-73d (AC 100V ~ 240V);...

  • Page 67: Power-Up Sequence And Optical Alignment Procedure

    Installation At this point you are ready to perform the initial power-up sequence and optical Power-Up Sequence alignment procedure, which is summarized in Table 3-6 and described in detail in the sections that follow. and Optical Alignment Procedure This procedure assumes the following: •...
  • Page 68 Installation Table 3-6. D-73d Optical Alignment Procedure (with Anamorphic Lenses) (continued) Dimension Digital Controller Projector (Align Secondary/Right Image with Screen) Note: The default warp is 46 pixels on Select Calibration -> Adjustment Mode Align the image to the screen by the left and right sides (x) and 26 pixels and set it to Secondary.

  • Page 69: Anamorphic Lens Installation (D-73D/Cinewide With Autoscope Only)

    Installation Table 3-6. D-73d Optical Alignment Procedure (with Anamorphic Lenses) (continued) Dimension Digital Controller Projector Note: The Dimension Digital Controller Select Aspect Ratio and set it to Cinema. No adjustment needed. saves the Image Alignment (warp) set- Select Calibration -> Image Alignment -> tings for each aspect ratio.

  • Page 70: Turning On The Power

    Installation Turning on the Power 1. Power up your source components. 2. Connect an active, 1080p source to the HDMI 1 input on the Dimension Digital Controller if you have not already done so. The HDMI 1 input must be connected to an active 1080p source Note for the optical alignment procedure that you will perform later.

  • Page 71: Adjusting The Focus, Zoom And Position Of The Primary Lenses

    Installation Proceed as follows to adjust the left (top) and right (bottom) primary lenses for optimum Adjusting the Focus, image quality. Zoom and Position of the Primary Lenses Left (Top) Primary Lens Adjustment: 1. On the Dimension Digital Controller remote control or front panel, press MENU. 2.

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Picture Orientation

    Installation 11. Adjust Horizontal Offset on Left (Top) Primary Lens: To shift the projected image horizontally, insert the provided hex wrench into the horizontal lens shift adjuster at the top of the projector. Then, turn the wrench as shown to shift the lens in the desired direction.

  • Page 73: Anamorphic Lens Installation

    Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-26. Some Installation components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these instructions. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO. Anamorphic Lens...

  • Page 74: Shasta Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View

    Installation D-73d/CineWide or D-73d/CineWide with AutoScope - Shasta Anamorphic Lens Installation: The D-73d “Shasta” Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-27. Anamorphic Lens Holder Shasta Anamorphic Lenses (2x) 4-40 Set Screw (4x)* ¼-20 Button-head Pitch Adjustment Screw (4x)* ¼-20 Button-head Height Adjustment...

  • Page 75: Anamorphic Lens Adjustment

    Installation If you are installing a D-73d with anamorphic lenses, proceed as follows to adjust them. Anamorphic Lens Adjustment 1. Select the Cinema aspect ratio using either the Dimension Digital Controller remote control unit (see Figure 2-6) or the OSD menu (press MENU, then select Aspect Ratio ->...
  • Page 76 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. D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...
  • Page 77 Installation • Adjusting the Yaw: Loosen the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to allow the lens to pivot freely from side to side. Then, angle the lens to even out any left-right pincushion distortion: Anamorphic Lens (Top View) Correct Position Wrong Position Once the proper lens angle has been set, firmly tighten the Yaw/X-Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place.

  • Page 78: Adjusting The Image Geometry

    Installation Adjusting the Image Projector and/or screen placement — among other things — can cause geometric Geometry distortion in the projected image. To correct this, the Dimension Digital Controller provides precise, nine-point control over the projected image geometry. Use these controls as (and only if) needed to re-position the image corners, mid-points and center to eliminate “keystoning”...
  • Page 79 Installation Corner/Midpoint Alignment — 16:9 Aspect Ratio: 1. Select the 16:9 aspect ratio using either the Dimension Digital Controller remote control unit (see Figure 2-6) or the OSD menu (press MENU, then select Aspect Ratio -> 16:9). This should move the anamorphic lenses out of the optical path. 2.
  • Page 80 Installation Corner/Midpoint Alignment — Cinema (2.35:1) Aspect Ratio: 1. Select the Cinema aspect ratio using either the Dimension Digital Controller remote control unit (see Figure 2-6) or the OSD menu (press MENU, then select Aspect Ratio -> Cinema). This should move the anamorphic lenses back into the optical path, in front of the primary lenses.

  • Page 81: Operation

    Aspect Ratio Magenta) Cinema Level (Red / Yellow / Green / Cyan / Blue / Magenta) Virtual Cinema Runco Smart Color (RSC) (On or Off) Native White Balance (Red / Green / Blue Gain) Auto Cinema SatCo On or Off...
  • Page 82 Operation Color Bars 1 Color Bars 2 Focus Grey Bars Test Video Full White Primary / Secondary / Dual Alignment Input Names Rename/Restore 00000 ... 08209 ... 65535 or 88999 Remote Code (extended mode) Remote Control SRC 1-7 Keys (select a key, then choose a source to assign to it) SRC 8-14 Keys Auto, Floor Front, Ceiling Front, Floor...

  • Page 83: Main Menu

    For more information, refer to Input Position Adjustment Mode on page 87. Memory Presets When you set the Adjustment Mode to Primary or Secondary, 3D Processing the Main Menu title becomes “Runco Video (Pri.)” or “Runco Sleep Timer Video (Sec.)” respectively. Information Calibration Service From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source.

  • Page 84: Aspect Ratio

    Operation Aspect Ratio To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio from the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size and the type of program material being viewed; refer to Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio ...
  • Page 85 Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued) Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Letterbox Letterbox mode scales (zooms in on) a 4:3 image linearly (by the same amount on all sides) 4:3 Image on to fill a 16:9 display. 16:9 Display Letterbox is best suited for (Letterbox aspect ratio) viewing LaserDisc movies or...

  • Page 86: Screen

    Operation Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued) Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Virtual Cinema V-CINE A 16:9 image is scaled NON-linearly (more on the sides than in the center) to fit a 16:9 Image on 16:9 Image on 2.35:1 Screen 2.35:1 screen.

  • Page 87: Picture

    Color use these standards to obtain optimal picture quality from Runco video display devices. Tint Accordingly, Runco recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF Sharpness certified installation technician.
  • Page 88 Operation Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE pattern. Below Black Above Black Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray areas against a black background.
  • Page 89 Operation 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 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or Dimension Digital Controller front panel.
  • Page 90 Operation 11.Adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to be a single shade of blue: Tint: Tint or “hue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image.
  • Page 91 Operation Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. On your external test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-5. Adjust as needed, looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines in the “sweep”...

  • Page 92: Input Position

    Operation Input Position Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image position for the current source. Input Position The input position settings are automatically saved for each input Left/Right Note and resolution. Up/Down Width Height Left/Right: Select Left/Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image...
  • Page 93 Operation Figure 4-6 illustrates the effect of each overscan mode setting. Crop Zoom 16:9 = Source Image Area = Edge Noise = Screen (16:9) Figure 4-6. Overscan Modes Phase (RGB, Component or SCART sources): This control adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal.

  • Page 94: Memory Presets

    Operation Memory Presets For each input, the Dimension Digital Controller lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and display mode (resolution and frame rate). Memory Presets ...

  • Page 95: 3D Processing

    Operation To reset the Custom 1 or Custom 2 memory preset to its factory-default state, select it, press to highlight Reset and press ENTER. Select 3D Processing from the Main Menu to set the following options related to 3D Processing formatting and delivery of HDMI 3D content.

  • Page 96: Information

    Information identifies your Dimension Digital Controller and display device. Signal System Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues. Network Field Service Manufacturing...

  • Page 97: Calibration

    Operation Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu Calibration should be used by ISF-certified technicians only. Calibration You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu. ISF Settings Note Display Color Input Image Input Color To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night”...
  • Page 98 Operation • Color Temp: Select Color Temp from the Display Color - Common Settings menu to adjust the color temperature. Color temperature establishes the “color of gray” by adjusting the 75% white point to various color points. What are “color points?” A “color point” is an x/y coordinate pair that defines a color’s location on the standard CIE chromaticity graph, shown in Figure 4-7.
  • Page 99 • Select SMPTE-C to use the color gamut defined in SMPTE 170M-1999. • Select EBU to use the color gamut defined in EBU Tech. 3213-E. • Select Native for Runco's recommended Personal Color Equalizer preset for typical video sources. It displays the fully saturated LED color gamut with appropriate color brightness, hue, and Runco Smart Color settings.
  • Page 100 (Y) of the color relative to white. Figure 4-8. Effect of PCE Hue and Saturation Controls • RSC™ (Runco Smart Color): Set RSC to On to improve the accuracy of flesh tones and increase color saturation, without sacrificing the purity of other colors.
  • Page 101 Settings menu to enable (Low/Medium/High) or disable (Off) ConstantContrast in the optical engine. ConstantContrast uses a dynamic LED driver that modulates light to the DMD based on the actual content of the video material. Runco recommends that you disable ConstantContrast before adjusting Brightness, Contrast or other image settings.
  • Page 102 Operation Copy/Paste - Memory Preset: You can copy and paste settings from one memory Copy/Paste preset to another. This gives you a convenient starting point for creating a new preset Memory Preset based on an existing one, to make the calibration process less time-consuming. Aspect Ratio For example, you can use the Copy/Paste Memory Preset feature to: •...
  • Page 103 “left eye” or “right eye” image). To do this, select Adjustment Mode from the Calibration menu and set it to Primary or Secondary. The Main Menu title changes to “Runco Video (Pri.)” or “Runco Video (Sec.)” when you do this. D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 104: Service

    • Splash Timer: When you turn on the D-73d, it projects a welcome screen with the Runco and ISF logos, along with the personalized information you enter as described above. Select Splash Timer from the Splash Configure menu to set the amount of time for which this screen appears.
  • Page 105 Operation Table 4-4. Test Patterns and Their Suggested Usage Pattern Suggested Usage Use this pattern when adjusting the focus. Focus Use this pattern when making brightness, contrast or white balance (gain/offset) adjustments. Grey Bars Use this pattern when measuring or adjusting brightness, contrast or white balance (gain/offset).
  • Page 106 Operation Table 4-4. Test Patterns and Their Suggested Usage Pattern Suggested Usage Use these patterns to confirm that the left-eye and right eye images are being processed correctly. To do this, close your right eye while viewing this test pattern through the 3D glasses. If you see only the left-eye portion, then the system is correctly configured for 3D.
  • Page 107 Operation Remote Control: Select Remote Control from the Service menu to set the following options: • Remote Code: Select Remote Code from the Remote Control menu to set the infrared (IR) custom code (address) that the Dimension Digital Controller will accept as valid IR data.
  • Page 108 Operation • SRC 1-7 Keys / SRC 8-14 Keys: Select SRC 1-7 Keys or SRC 8-14 Keys from the Remote Control menu to assign the source selection buttons to the source inputs on the Dimension Digital Controller (refer to SRC 1, SRC 2 ... SRC 14 on page 18). By default, these buttons are assigned as follows: Remote Control Button Default Source Assignment...
  • Page 109 Operation • Diagnostics: Select Diagnostics from the Display Device - Configure menu, then select Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Cyan or Magenta to display only that color channel (simulating a filter of that color). This can be useful for calibration or measurement purposes.
  • Page 110 Operation Color Space: Select Color Space from the Service menu to choose the color space of the source signal for HDMI, RGB, and component connections. • The default setting, Auto, functions as follows: • HDMI: If the Auxiliary Video Information (AVI) infoframe contains color space and/or range data, the Dimension Digital Controller uses that information.
  • Page 111 The default setting is On. For more information about CEC, refer to Using HDMI CEC Messages on page 123. Do not set CEC to “Off” unless specifically instructed to do Caution so by Runco Technical Support. If you do, the system will not work properly. D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...
  • Page 112 Operation The Dimension Digital Controller does not transmit HDMI CEC Note control messages from the “HDMI Audio Out” connector, regardless of the CEC setting. • HPD Toggle Rejection: Select HPD Toggle Rejection from the HDMI menu to specify whether or not the Dimension Digital Controller ignores extraneous Hot Plug Detect (HPD) signal state changes from a downstream HDMI device (third-party display or audio/video receiver).
  • Page 113 Operation Standby Mode: Select Standby Mode from the Service menu to control the Dimension Digital Controller’s power management feature. • Choose Low Power (the default setting) to have the Dimension Digital Controller shut down completely when it is turned off. This conserves power but increases the amount of time required by the Dimension Digital Controller to start up when it is turned on.
  • Page 114 Operation Notes: D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 115: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    There are no other user-serviceable or -replaceable parts. Unless you are a qualified, factory-trained Runco technician, do not attempt to repair or replace any system component yourself. You will void the product warranty if you do so.

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    D-73d Series LED 3-D Home Theater Projection System. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart...
  • Page 117 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution The “right-eye” optical engine • The serial connection from • Ensure that the does not turn on or respond the Dimension Digital Sec. Display Control to user commands. The vac- Controller to the “right-eye”...
  • Page 118 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution Images from an HDMI source • The resolution and • Select a compatible do not display. frequency of the video resolution and vertical card in the computer are frequency (refer to not compatible with the Supported Timings on...

  • Page 119: External Control

    Runco products (manufactured prior to September 2011) that include the DHD Controller. Runco recommends using this new protocol, as it is more concise and provides greater control than the old one. However, to maintain backward compatibility with existing automation/control system modules, the legacy Runco serial protocol is also supported.

  • Page 120: Response Format

    External Control • y is the operand, which can have one of the following values: ? = “Get” operand + = “Increment” operand = = “Set” operand - = “Decrement” operand • z is the value to set for this parameter. It can have one of two formats: •...

  • Page 121: Command And Response Examples

    External Control Here are some examples of serial commands and their responses: Command and Response Examples Command Command Data Response Power query when (PWR?) [CR] (0;PWR=1) [CR] unit is powered on Set power to 0 (off) (PWR=0) [CR] (0;PWR=0) [CR] Increment bright- (BRT+) [CR] (0;BRT=25) [CR]...
  • Page 122 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Aspect Ratio 0 = 4:3 1 = 16:9 2 = Letterbox 3 = VirtualWide 4 = Cinema 5 = Virtual Cinema 6 = Native 7 = Auto Cinema Advanced Color Temp Test Pat- 0 = Off;...
  • Page 123 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Image Alignment Center y -100 Contrast Calibration -> Input Image menu Contrast Offset Picture menu Color Temp Simple 1 = 5500K 2 = 6500K 3 = 7500K 4 = 9300K 0 = Off;...
  • Page 124 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Error Code 0 = None 1 = Display Lamp Overtemp 2 = Display Ballast Overtemp 3 = Display Fan Init Failure 4 = Display Fan 1 Failure 5 = Display Fan 2 Failure 6 = Display Fan 3 Failure 7 = Display Fan 4 Failure...
  • Page 125 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value HDMI Audio Format 0 = Combined 1 = HDMI Out (Pri. Display) 2 = HDMI Out (Sec. Display) 3 = HDMI Out (Audio Only) HDMI EDID Extension 1 0 = Off;...
  • Page 126 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Information Display Name Information Firmware Version Input Green Gain Input Green Offset Information Horizontal Frequency Information Input Resolution Information Input FPGA Version information Micro Version Input Source 0 = Composite 1 1 = Composite 2...
  • Page 127 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Information Sync Type 0 = None 1 = Separate 2 = Composite 3 = Sync-on-green Information Vertical Frequency Remote Key 1 = On 2 = Off Remote Key Repeat 3 = Menu...
  • Page 128 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Remote Key Repeat (cont.) 68 = SRC 2 69 = SRC 3 70 = SRC 4 71 = SRC 5 72 = SRC 6 73 = SRC 7 74 = SRC 8 75 = SRC 9...
  • Page 129 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Noise Filter Noise Filter Offset Orientation 0 = Floor Front 1 = Ceiling Front 2 = Floor Rear 3 = Ceiling Rear 4 = Auto OSD Position Horizontal Output Shift Height Output Shift Left Right...
  • Page 130 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Periodic Notification Months PCE Blue Saturation -100 PCE Cyan Saturation -100 PCE Green Saturation -100 PCE Magenta Saturation -100 PCE Red Saturation -100 PCE Yellow Saturation -100 PCE Blue White Balance Gain...
  • Page 131 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Screen 0 = Screen 1 1 = Screen 2 Sidebar Color Red Sharpness Offset Picture menu Sharpness Calibration -> Input Image menu Screen Masking Bottom Screen Masking Test Pattern 0 = Off;...
  • Page 132 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Trigger 1 16:9 Trigger 1 4:3 Trigger 1 Letterbox Trigger 1 VirtualWide Trigger 1 Cinema Trigger 1 Virtual Cinema Trigger 1 Native Trigger 2 16:9 Trigger 2 4:3 Trigger 2 Letterbox Trigger 2 VirtualWide...
  • Page 133 External Control Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Command Read/ Inc/ Setting String? Notes Code Write Value Value Tint Calibration -> Input Image menu Test Pattern Enable 0 = Off; 1 = On Primary Test Pattern 0 = Off; 1 = On Secondary Test Pattern 0 = Off;...

  • Page 134: Using Discrete Ir Codes

    External Control The Dimension Digital Controller accepts commands in the form of IR signals that Using Discrete IR conform to the NEC protocol. Each Dimension Digital Controller remote control button has an NEC control code associated with it. Codes You can use these codes to program a third-party, “universal” remote control unit to work with the Dimension Digital Controller.

  • Page 135: Ir Command List (Standard Mode)

    External Control Table 6-2 lists the NEC control codes for the Dimension Digital Controller. IR Command List (Standard Mode) Table 6-2. NEC Control Codes for the Dimension Digital Controller (Standard Mode) Remote NEC Data Control Address Data From Remote Description Button Name (Note) 8209...
  • Page 136 External Control Table 6-2. NEC Control Codes for the Dimension Digital Controller (Standard Mode) (continued) Remote NEC Data Control Address Data From Remote Description Button Name (Note) 8209 0x20111CE3 Up-Arrow ( Right 8209 0x20111DE2 Right-Arrow ( Down 8209 0x20111EE1 Down-Arrow ( Left 8209 0x20111FE0...
  • Page 137 External Control Table 6-2. NEC Control Codes for the Dimension Digital Controller (Standard Mode) (continued) Remote NEC Data Control Address Data From Remote Description Button Name (Note) VIDEO 1 8209 0x201147B8 Composite video input 1 COMP 8209 0x201148B7 Component video input HD 1 8209 0x201149B6...

  • Page 138: Ir Command List (Extended Mode)

    External Control IR Command List Table 6-3 lists the Extended-mode NEC control codes for the Dimension Digital (Extended Mode) Controller. To use the remote control unit in extended mode, set the address code to 88999 (refer to Remote Control on page 91). Table 6-3.

  • Page 139: Using Hdmi Cec Messages

    External Control The Dimension Digital Controller accepts and can respond to CEC command Using HDMI CEC messages from a disc player, satellite receiver or DVR/set-top box via an HDMI connection. Using CEC, the Dimension Digital Controller can perform the following Messages actions: •...
  • Page 140 External Control Table 6-4. CEC Commands Supported by the Dimension Digital Controller (continued) Supported? ( = Yes, – = No) Opcode Value Initiator Follower Report Power Status 0x90  – Set Menu Language 0x32  –  Give Physical Address 0x83 –...

  • Page 141: Specifications

    Picture Size (16:9 Screen), Recommended Width: 72- 100 in. 3D Content: Maximum Width: 200 in. Processing: Runco Dimension Digital Controller/Processor with ViVix IV™ technology and BRiC (Backup, Recovery and Clone) tool Control Options: • Serial commands via RS-232 • Discrete infrared (IR) remote •...
  • Page 142 ColorContrast™ for up to 50% higher contrast by color Illumination System: InfiniLight™ LED (RGB) illumination system Color Space: 135% NTSC color gamut in proprietary Runco Native mode with Runco Smart Color™ and Personal Color Equalizer™. Presets for SMPTE C, REC-709, DCI, EBU, and others. Adobe achievable.

  • Page 143: Dimension Digital Controller Specifications

    Parameters: Trigger Outputs: (3) +12 VDC, each rated at 250 mA and thermal fuse-protected Accessory Applications: Runco Firmware Upgrader, Runco BRiC (backup, restore, clone), CalMAN by SpectraCal for automatic calibration Power Requirements: 100-240V~, 47-63Hz, 0.85 Amps Operating Environment: 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C), 0% to 90% humidity (non-condensing);...
  • Page 144 FCC class B, CE, RoHS, China RoHS, WEEE, C-Tick, CCC, local conformances as required Limited Warranty: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of shipment from Runco. Specifications are subject to change without notice. D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 145: D-73D Dimensions

    Specifications Figure 7-1 gives the dimensions for a D-73d with standard lenses, in inches and D-73d Dimensions [millimeters]. Figure 7-1. D-73d Dimensions (with Standard Primary Lenses) D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...

  • Page 146: Supported Timings

    Specifications Table 7-3 lists the signal types supported by each input on the Dimension Digital Supported Timings Controller. Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input Supported? ( = Yes, – = No) Horizontal Pixel Refresh Format Resolution Frequency Frequency Rate (Hz) (kHz) (MHz) Supported 3D Modes...
  • Page 147 Specifications Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued) Supported? ( = Yes, – = No) Horizontal Pixel Refresh Format Resolution Frequency Frequency Rate (Hz) (kHz) (MHz) Supported 3D Modes (continued)  23.98 26.978 74.175 – – – – – ...
  • Page 148 Specifications Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued) Supported? ( = Yes, – = No) Horizontal Pixel Refresh Format Resolution Frequency Frequency Rate (Hz) (kHz) (MHz) Supported 2D Modes (continued)     1152x864 1152x864 75.00 67.500 108.000 –...
  • Page 149 Specifications Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued) Supported? ( = Yes, – = No) Horizontal Pixel Refresh Format Resolution Frequency Frequency Rate (Hz) (kHz) (MHz) Supported 2D Modes (continued) SCART  – 50.00 – – – – – –...
  • Page 150 Specifications Notes: D-73d Series Installation/Operation Manual...
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