Runco VX-6000d Owner's Operating Manual

Runco VX-6000d 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-6000d 1080p Digital Light Processing Projector and Digital High Definition (DHD™) Controller Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
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  • Page 3: Two Year Limited Warranty

    (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Runco will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the end user.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT -- WARRANTY REGISTRATION: Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
  • Page 5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. Attn: Customer Service Department 2900 Faber Street Union City, CA 94587...
  • 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

    Using This Manual ......................2 Description, Features and Benefits ................3 Key Features and Benefits ..................4 Parts List ........................4 2. Controls and Functions ....................5 VX-6000d at a Glance ....................5 VX-6000d Rear Panel ....................7 DHD Controller Front Panel ..................8 DHD Controller Rear Panel ..................10 Outputs ........................10 Inputs ........................10...
  • Page 8 Floor Mounting (Upright) ..................30 Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)..................30 Adjusting the Projection Angle ................30 Connections to the VX-6000d and DHD Controller .............30 Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-6000d ..........30 Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller ........32 RS-232 Controller Connection ................36 Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Equipment......37...
  • Page 9 Troubleshooting Tips ....................76 6. Serial Communications ..................79 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............79 Serial Command Syntax .....................79 7. Specifications ......................85 VX-6000d Specifications ....................85 DHD Controller Specifications ..................87 VX-6000d Dimensions ....................88 Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Notes: Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 11 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ............55 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint........55 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............57 4-6. OSD Menu Structure for VX-6000d (1080i Digital or 1080p Sources)......65 Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 12 List of Figures 4-7. VX-6000d Main Menu (1080i Digital or 1080p Sources Only) ........66 5-1. VX-6000d Lens Assembly Exploded View ..............74 7-1. VX-6000d Dimensions....................88 Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 13: Introduction

    Target Audience most out of the VX-6000d. Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.runco.com.
  • Page 14: Using This Manual

    Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. Using This Manual If you need..Turn to page: Information about obtaining service General information about the VX-6000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions...
  • Page 15: Description, Features And Benefits

    DLP technology with 1920 x 1080 SuperOnyx™ resolution. Its performance is so extraordinary, in fact, that the VX-6000d has earned its place in our exclusive, Video Xtreme™ family of products — our top of the line and the world’s first ®...
  • Page 16: Key Features And Benefits

    • CinOptx™ Telesto lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility Parts List Your VX-6000d 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.
  • Page 17: Controls And Functions

    2. Controls and Functions Figure 2-1 shows the key VX-6000d components. VX-6000d at a Glance Figure 2-1. VX-6000d Front/Top/Side/Bottom/Rear View Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 18 Hot air exits the projector through these vents. This air can be quite hot. Ensure that there are no heat-sensitive objects near them and that they are never blocked. 7. RUNCO LOGO / LENS CONTROL INFRARED (IR) RECEIVER During initial installation, rotate the logo plate one quarter-turn (90 degrees) to uncover the lens control IR receiver.
  • Page 19: Vx-6000D Rear Panel

    An HDCP-compliant, digital video input for connecting the HDMI output from the DHD Controller. 3. BUILT-IN KEYPAD Used to navigate the VX-6000d on-screen menus. Refer to VX-6000d Built-In Keypad on page 18 for more information. 4. 12-VOLT (200 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUT (cylindrical, DC power supply-type jack) Connection for a retractable screen, screen masking or other, 12-volt trigger-activated equipment.
  • Page 20: Dhd Controller Front Panel

    UP button toggles through aspect ratios in the following order: Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtualwide 2.35 Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on the VX-6000d/CineWide and Note only on the analog inputs (HD/RGB, SD Component, Composite and S-Video).
  • Page 21 (HD/RGB, SD Component, Composite and S-Video). 10. MENU BUTTON Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return to the previous one. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 22: Dhd Controller Rear Panel

    Figure 2-4. DHD Controller Rear Panel Outputs 1. HDMI OUT Connect this to the HDMI Input on the VX-6000d (see Figure 2-2). Inputs 2. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (Digital) Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output.
  • Page 23 12. MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow). 13. MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 24: Vx-6000D Remote Control Units

    Only the touch-screen remote control can be used to perform zoom and focus adjustments. For this reason, you must use it to complete the initial VX-6000d installation and setup. After the projector has been installed, either remote control unit can be used;...
  • Page 25 Virtualwide 2.35 DOWN Button = Virtualwide 2.35 - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on the VX-6000d/CineWide and Note only on the analog inputs (HD/RGB, SD Component, Composite and S-Video). For more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.
  • Page 26 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-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 27: Touch-Screen Remote

    The touch-screen remote control unit furnished with the VX-6000d provides basically the Touch-Screen Remote same functionality as the standard Runco DHD remote. In addition, it gives you access to the motorized lens controls (focus and zoom) and can be programmed to control other, non-Runco home theater components.
  • Page 28 Controls and Functions 4. POWER ON/OFF Use these buttons to turn the VX-6000d on or off. 5. ASPECT RATIO Press this button to go to the aspect ratio menu page (3/7). 6. SOURCE Press this button to go to the source selection menu page (2/7).
  • Page 29 Press and hold the ZOOM + button to enlarge the image. Press and hold the ZOOM - button to zoom out. To use the motorized lens controls, first rotate the Runco logo plate Note one quarter-turn (90 degrees) to uncover the lens control IR receiver;...
  • Page 30: Vx-6000D Built-In Keypad

    Controls and Functions The VX-6000d has a built-in keypad that you can use to access the menu system for working with digital 1080i or 1080p sources. Figure 2-7 shows the VX-6000d built-in VX-6000d Built-In keypad; the paragraphs that follow describe its use.
  • Page 31: Installation

    2. If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage. The remote control can be used to control the VX-6000d within the ranges shown in Notes on Remote Control Figure 3-1.
  • Page 32 • Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this happens, point the remote control at the DHD Controller or projector and repeat the operation. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 33: Quick Setup

    Installation Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the VX-6000d installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Quick Setup Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video Note installation specialist. Table 3-1. Installation Overview For Details, Refer to...
  • Page 34: Installation Considerations

    Images may then appear washed out and less vibrant. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 35: Throw Distance

    Estimating Throw Distance Throw Distance (TD) = Screen Width (w) x Lens Throw Ratio Figure 3-2. Estimating Throw Distance Table 3-3 lists the available lens options for the VX-6000d and their associated throw ratios. Table 3-3. VX-6000d Lens Options and Throw Ratios...
  • Page 36: Vertical And Horizontal Position

    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. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 37: Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)

    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 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only) Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 38 Installation Table 3-4 lists the lens shift limits for each available VX-6000d lens, as percentages and absolute measurements with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen. Table 3-4. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Lens Option Telesto B Telesto C...
  • Page 39: Folded Optics

    Common sources of these include slide projectors, speakers, power amplifiers and elevators. If you are installing a VX-6000d with the optional CineWide or CineWide with AutoScope system, proceed as follows to install the anamorphic lens mounting assembly (stationary Installing the Optional base plate or AutoScope lens motor).
  • Page 40 Secure the base plate to the projector with the screws provided for this purpose. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 41: Install Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets (Cinewide With Autoscope)

    Installation If you are installing an AutoScope-equipped VX-6000d, use the supplied hardware to Install Ceiling Mount attach the ceiling mount extension brackets to the bottom of the projector as shown in Extension Brackets Figure 3-7. (CineWide with AutoScope) For ceiling installations, these brackets bring the mounting points for the projector mounting plate (included with the ceiling mount kit) from the bottom of the projector up and around the lens motor housing.
  • Page 42: Mounting The Vx-6000D

    For fixed installations, and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited (Inverted) space for projector and audience, you can invert the VX-6000d and suspend it from the ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture.
  • Page 43 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Option Component Video Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control Made In USA HDMI OUT RS-232 OUT Figure 3-8. Connecting the VX-6000d to the DHD Controller Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 44: Connecting Source Components To The Dhd Controller

    R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Component Video Video S-Video 2 HDMI Source (HD-DVD/BD/DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out) Figure 3-9. HDMI Source Connections Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 45: Digital (Dtv) Rgb Or Component Video Connections

    S-Video 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz Vert DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-10. Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 46 Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-11. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Red Green Blue Horiz Vert Personal Computer Figure 3-11. Analog RGB Connections Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 47: Composite, S-Video And Component Video Connections

    TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video S-Video 2 Component Video DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-12. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 48: Controller Connection

    Component Video Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control 5 Ground (none of the other pins are used) to Automation/ Control System or PC Figure 3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 49: Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs To External Theater Equipment

    Installation DHD Controller: If your VX-6000d is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, Connecting 12-Volt connect the AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the DHD Controller; see Trigger Outputs to Figure 3-14. External Theater Equipment Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or screen masks) to the other trigger outputs.
  • Page 50: Connecting An External Ir Receiver To The Dhd Controller

    Control Figure 3-16. External IR Receiver Connection When an external IR receiver is connected to the wired IR input, the Note built-in IR sensor on the DHD Controller is disabled. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 51: Connecting To Ac Power

    Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the VX-6000d (AC 100V ~ 240V). Then, connect the other end to your AC power source. Similarly connect the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet.
  • Page 52: Adjusting The Picture Orientation

    Installation By default, the VX-6000d 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 Adjusting the Picture mounted on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this: Orientation 1.
  • Page 53: Vertical And Horizontal Lens Shift

    Figure 3-17. The vertical lens shift control is at the top of the Lens Shift projector; the horizontal lens shift control is on the side of the projector nearest the Runco logo. (The tool will automatically center on top of the adjustment nut when inserted into the access hole.)
  • Page 54: Installing And Adjusting The Cinewide Anamorphic Lens

    Attach Lens Mounting The VX-6000d Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-18. Assembly to Lens Motor Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in Carriage Plate (CineWide these instructions.
  • Page 55 6. Attach the lens to the Lens Adapter Ring by threading it clockwise. Lens Rotation Set Screws LENS THREADS INTO RING Figure 3-19. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Adapter Ring Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 56: Configure Lens Motor Trigger (Cinewide With Autoscope)

    Height/Y Adjustment T-Screws on either side of the lens. Then, slowly move the anamorphic lens into place so that there are no shadows on the top or bottom of the screen: Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 57 There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is Note properly adjusted, especially at shorter throw distances. If this is the case, Runco recommends that you slightly over-scan the image into the screen frame area to mask the distortion. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 58 4. When the image geometry appears correct, tighten the three Lens Rotation Set Screws to secure the lens in place. (When viewed from the front, the rear opening on the anamorphic lens should appear as a tall, narrow oval.) Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 59 Installation Focus: Finally, rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine-tune the optical focus. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 60 Installation Notes: Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 61: Operation

    DHD Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. The VX-6000d OSD menus are arranged hierarchically; exactly how they are arranged depends on the input signal resolution. For 1080i digital or 1080p signals, the menu structure is as shown and described in On-Screen Menus for 1080i (Digital) or 1080p Signals on page 64.
  • Page 62: Dhd Controller Osd Menu Structure For Vx-6000D (1080I Analog And Lower-Resolution Sources)

    Film Mode (SD src. only) 800x600 ... 1400x1050 Resolution 480i ... 720p ... 1080i System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX-6000d (1080i Analog and Lower-Resolution Sources) Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 63: Main Menu

    Otherwise, the change will be lost when a different input is selected. (The aspect ratio is saved for each input and Cinema resolution separately.) For information about saving settings, refer Virtualwide 2.35 to ISF Presets on page 58. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 64 LaserDisc movies or 16:9 Screen non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen. VirtualWide VirtualWide scales a 4:3 image NON-linearly (more on the sides than in the center) to fit a 16:9 screen. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 65: Picture

    (HD/RGB, SD Component, 2.35:1 Screen with Composite and S-Video). VirtualWide 2.35 Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your VX-6000d for optimum picture Picture quality. Picture The VX-6000d has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards Brightness established by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF).
  • Page 66 Operation Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best results: • External test pattern source -- Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent.
  • Page 67 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-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 68 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-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 69: 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-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 70: Isf Presets

    ISF Presets For each input, the VX-6000d 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 resolution. Use the ISF Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in the ISF Presets “Custom 1”...
  • Page 71: Calibration

    Calibration menu passcode. This makes it possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the projector was installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” preset. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 72 Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering text. Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the VX-6000d display the information you enter here when it is turned on.
  • Page 73: Service

    • Runco/ISF Logo Splash Screen Timers: When you turn on the VX-6000d, it projects a welcome screen with the Runco logo followed by one with the ISF logo. Select Splash Timer from the Splash Configure menu to set the amount of time that these two images appear.
  • Page 74 Operation Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary infrared (IR) codes to which the VX-6000d will respond. By default, both are set to 17. You can change these codes if either: • Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for example) is responding to commands from the standard DHD remote control (Figure 2-5) in ways that are unpredictable or undesirable.
  • Page 75 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 76: On-Screen Menus For 1080I (Digital) Or 1080P Signals

    Operation Resolution: When using the VX-6000d with a computer or certain HD sources, you may want to force the DHD Controller to use a specific output resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service menu and choose one. Then, press ENTER to confirm.
  • Page 77 -30, -29, -28 ... 0 ... +28, Green Gain +29, +30 Blue Gain Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset Default Yes/No Figure 4-6. OSD Menu Structure for VX-6000d (1080i Digital or 1080p Sources) Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 78: Main Menu

    Press MENU on either the remote control or built-in keypad (on the projector rear panel) to display the Main Menu, shown in Figure 4-7. The Main Menu is the starting point for calibrating the VX-6000d to optimize the display of digital 1080i and 1080p sources. White Balance HD/RGB Adj.
  • Page 79: Language

    Operation The VX-6000d OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in Language German (Deutsch), Spanish (Español), French (Français) or Italian (Italiano). To change the OSD language: Language 1. Press MENU. English 2. Press to select Language from the Main Menu.
  • Page 80: Picture Adjust (Advanced)

    Cyan which in turn affects all displayed colors having a red component. Blue Magenta Default Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 81 Sharpness Enhancement: select Sharpness Enhancement from the Advanced Picture Adjust menu to apply edge enhancement to images, giving the impression of added depth. Set it to Off, 1, 2, or 3 as desired. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 82: White Balance

    Operation Automatic Contrast: The VX-6000d can dynamically adjust the contrast (white level) according to the color content in the signal, to produce the best picture quality. Select Automatic Contrast from the Picture Adjust menu to activate this feature. Set it to Off, 1, 2, or 3 as desired.
  • Page 83: Options

    Off, the LED function is automatically set to On. Color Space Auto HDMI Black Level Background • When set to OFF, the LEDs illuminate when the VX-6000d is in standby mode, warming Power Save up or indicating an error condition; otherwise, they are off. Baud Rate 9600 bps Fan Mode Lamp Hours (read-only): Refer to Lamp Hours on page 62.
  • Page 84 Operation Power Save: Select Power Save from the Options menu to access the power management features of the VX-6000d. • RS-232C Port: When this option is set to On, the RS-232 port is always active and consuming power, even when the projector is in standby mode. When set to Off, the RS-232 port is inactive and does not consume power when the projector is in standby mode.
  • Page 85: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 hours), or sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Runco dealer to Lamp Replacement obtain a replacement lamp.
  • Page 86: Lens Replacement

    Please read this procedure carefully before doing so. Lens replacement is normally performed at the Runco factory. Field replacement of lenses is generally only required if the projector is re-installed in a new location or the lens has been damaged.
  • Page 87 Steps 1 through 5 in reverse order. Make sure to route the wire harness in its original position and away Caution from the moving lens stages and Motor Assembly, to prevent unexpected disconnection or lens damage. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 88: Troubleshooting Tips

    If you encounter an issue not described here or in Section 3 (refer to Installation Considerations on page 22), or if the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart...
  • Page 89 DHD Controller turns red. disappears during operation. the lamp. • The lamp has failed or • Replace the lamp. reached its usage limit of 2000 hours. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 90 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes: Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 91: Serial Communications

    DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >). Table 6-1. Serial Commands Parameter Value Command Description (min/max) Stored? Power On/Off Commands Turns projector off Turns projector on POWER Turns projector on and off POWER? Returns power status Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 92 Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio VIRTUALWIDE Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio VIRTUAL235 Selects the Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratio (available only on the VX-6000d/CineWide and only on the analog inputs) OUT169 Sets the output screen to 1.78:1 (16:9) OUT235 Sets the output screen to 2.35:1 Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 93 CUSTOM2 Loads “Custom 2” image preset Loads “ISF Day” image preset NIGHT Loads “ISF Night” image preset PRESET? Returns currently-selected preset (ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2) Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 94 Returns output horizontal position value OVPOS -100/100 Sets the value for output vertical position OVPOS? Returns output vertical position value OWIDTH -100/100 Sets the value for output width OWIDTH? Returns output horizontal width value Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 95 Sets output color space to RGB with composite sync STATUS Returns current operating status (power, input source, input resolution and input aspect ratio) SWVER? Returns software version number TRIGGER Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect ratio Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 96 IR remote. DOWN Down-Arrow ( ) key ENTER ENTER key LEFT Left-Arrow ( ) key MENU MENU RIGHT Right-Arrow ( ) key Up-Arrow ( ) key Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 97: Specifications

    7. Specifications Table 7-1 lists the VX-6000d specifications. VX-6000d Table 7-1. VX-6000d Specifications Specifications Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), single-chip, 16:9 SuperOnyx™ Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2 Video Standards: Refer to Table 7-2...
  • Page 98 Contrast Ratio: 4400:1 to 5000:1 These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications found in most companies’ sales literature. Runco includes these measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other manufacturers’ projectors. These measurements are typically taken at 9,000K to 13,000K to get expected performance data when the projector is used in professional, commercial and industrial displays.
  • Page 99: Dhd Controller Specifications

    Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick Limited Warranty: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Runco VX-6000d Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...
  • Page 100: Vx-6000D Dimensions

    Specifications Figure 7-1 shows the VX-6000d dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). VX-6000d Dimensions Top View Side View 26.304 27.804 Bottom View 24.069 15.591 (2x) Front View 11.341 (2x) 7.091 (2x) 8.935 8.185 2.235 Front Jewelry opening dia. 1.015 Ø 6.475 Figure 7-1.
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  • Page 102 SERIAL NUM B ER RUMA-009335 rev 10-20-06 v1.0 Runco International • 2900 Faber Street • Union City, CA 94587 • Ph (510) 324-7777 / (800) 23RUNCO / Fax (510) 324-9300 www.runco.com Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Runco Manuals...

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