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OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
VX-2c
Digital Light Processing Projector
and DHD Controller
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 2 Warnings & Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................................... 3 Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................................................... 5 Projecto
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INTRODUCTION » Introduction to the Runco Video Xtreme™ VX-2c 3-Chip DLP Projector Runco steps into the future once again with the Video Xtreme™ VX-2c projection system. The VX-2c is among the first DLP™ projectors to offer a 16:9 native resolution, 3-chip system for home theater. The VX-2c optical light engine utilizes three of Texas Instruments’ advanced HD-2 DMD’s™ featuring 1280 x 720 high definition resolution and 12 degree mirror tilt for the finest black level performance. Unlike previou
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WARNINGS & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE
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WARNINGS & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY RUNCO PROJECTOR, MODEL VX-2c This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING Some IC chips in this product include confidential and/or trade secret property belonging to Texas Instruments. Therefore you may no
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LIMITED WARRANTY Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! We believe Runco produces “The World’s Finest Home Theater Products”. With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance. Please read this consumer protection plan carefully and retain it with your other important documents. This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined by the U.S. Consumer Product Warranty and Federal Trade Commission Impr
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LIMITED WARRANTY TO OBTAIN SERVICE, CONTACT YOUR RUNCO DEALER: Repairs made under the terms of the Limited Warranty covering your Runco International video product will be performed at the location of the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Runco Authorized Service Center. If, solely in Runco’s judgement, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Runco Authorized Service Cente
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PROJECTOR DESCRIPTION PROJECTOR ISOMETRIC VIEW Lens Intake Vent Exhaust Vent Input Panel PROJECTOR REAR PANEL Vacuum Fluorescent Display DVI Input Power Button and Status LED AC Main Switch Control Panel AC Power In 7
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DHD CONTROLLER DESCRIPTION FRONT PANEL 2 4 5 6 8 9 1 3 7 10 1. RUNCO ICON When the Red light is displayed the unit is in Standby, when Blue light is displayed the unit is On. 2. POWER BUTTON Press once to toggle on from Standby mode to On mode, a second time to place into Standby mode. For a discreet on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on the remote control. 3. IR RECEIVER Receives the IR commands from the remote. 4. VACUUM FLORESCENT DISPLAY Reads out all
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DHD CONTROLLER DESCRIPTION REAR PANEL 5 6 11 13 INPUTS SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE CA UTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Serial No ! Pr Y Pb DO NOT OPEN R G B H V AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR TRIGGERS Runco International CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER- Union City, CA HD1 SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER. 1 2 3 IR Model WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OUTPUTS OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APP
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REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION (1) ON/OFF 1 2 Switches Power ON/OFF. (This does not operate when POWER/STANDBY indi- cator of the main unit is off.) (2) IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Illuminates when a button in pressed, indicating that an IR signal is being transmitted. 3 4 (3) ENTER BUTTON When an item is highlighted on a menu, pressing ENTER will select that item. (4) CURSOR (▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ►) 6 Use these buttons to select items or settings and to adjust settings or switch the display 5 patterns. 8 7 UP
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QUICK SETUP GUIDE The VX-2c is designed to receive only digital input signals directly from the companion DHD Controller/Processor. All signal sources should be connected to the appropriate inputs on the rear panel of the DHD. The signal from the DHD is then output to the VX-2c projector through a Runco Proprietary (RP) DVI cable. Please note that it is NOT POSSIBLE to connect a signal source with DVI output directly to the VX-2c. It MUST be routed through the DHD for proper operation. DHD Co
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QUICK SETUP GUIDE Follow the steps below ensure proper installation of the VX-2c projector and DHD Controller. Step I Connection: 1. Connect Power to Both Projector and DHD controller 2. Connect DVI output from the DHD to projector DVI in 3. Connect Video (Composite), S-Video to1 or 2, Component 480i (RCA) input, HD signals to HD1 or HD2 (BNC), DVI 4. Turn ON the system from the DHD controller or use the DHD remote. Step II From the Projector: 1. Press Menu to select Main window. Use the Up or D
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QUICK SETUP GUIDE While there are many different ways to connect your source equipment to your DHD Controller, the examples below are the most common. ANALOG INPUTS: • Composite Video Input Composite video is the most common type of signal used, but is also the lowest in picture quality. Many sources have outputs that are limited to composite video, such as some VCR’s and camcorders; others such as Laser Disc players actually produce slightly better results when using composite video. • S-Vid
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LENS SHIFT RANGE Example: 56” x 100” Screen Lens Option 1: Throw Distance 1.2 - 1.4 x Width of Screen TD = 120” to 140” lens to screen When only Vertical or only Horizontal Shift is used: 0.24 X 56” = 13.44” up or down Maximum. Vertical Shift ↑ = 60% of screen height (.60 x height) 0.10 X 100” = 10.0” left or right Maximum. Vertical Shift ↓ = 24% of screen height (.24 x height) Maximum Horizontal Shift = 10% of screen width (.10 x width) Amount of Horizontal Shift when Vertical is @ maximum: 0
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LENS SHIFT RANGE Example: 56” x 100” Screen Lens Option 4: Throw Distance 2.35 - 3.60 x Width of Screen TD = 235” to 360” lens to screen When only Vertical or only Horizontal Shift is used: 0.24 X 56” = 13.44” up or down Maximum. Vertical Shift ↑ = 60% of screen height (.60 x height) 0.16 X 100” = 16.0” left or right Maximum. Vertical Shift ↓ = 24% of screen height (.24 x height) Maximum Horizontal Shift = 16% of screen width (.16 x width) Amount of Horizontal Shift when Vertical is @ maximum
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LENS SHIFT RANGE Example of Horizontal and Vertical Lens Shift VERTICAL LENS SHIFT (UP OR DOWN) Note: This is a general example of Vertical Lens Shift. Each lens ����������� type will vary. No particular lens ���������� ��������� was used in this example. ����������� ���������� ��������� ���������� ����������� ������������� ��������� �� ���������������������������� ����������������������������� ��������������������� HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT (LEFT OR RIGHT) ��������������������� ��������� �����
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MENU DESCRIPTION AND NAVIGATION » PROJECTOR CONTROL Once the VX-2c and DHD controller have been properly installed and connected, you are ready to perform set-up and calibration procedures. All setup and calibration parameters are accessed and adjusted through the VX-2c fluorescent display menu system. The VX-2c/DHD system has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted , industry-re
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MENU DESCRIPTION AND NAVIGATION MAIN MENU MAIN MENU Opening screen Main Menu Wt. Balance Press ENTER to access the White Balance Settings menu Wt. Balance Orient Press ENTER to access the Orientation Setting menu Orient Lens Adj. Press ENTER to access the Lens Adjustment setting menu Proj. Info Press ENTER to access the Projector Status menu Lens Adj. Advanced Press ENTER to access the Advanced Settings menu Proj. Info Advanced This is the first menu that will appear when “MENU” is selected. The
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MENU DESCRIPTION AND NAVIGATION Preference Indicates you are on the Preference Settings menu Orient Orient Press ENTER to select the Orientation setting menu Orient Use Preference window to select projector picture orientation From the Main menu use the Up or Down arrow to select “Orient” and press the Enter button to call up the Orient display. The Orient display allows selection of Picture Orientation options. There are four options: Floor F.: Floor Front configuration. Ceiling F.: Ceiling Fr
