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OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
VX-4000ci Projector
& DHD™ Controller
Widescreen Digital Light Processing™ Projector &
DHD™ Video Controller with Vivix™ Technology
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Table of Contents Introduction...................................................................................................................... 3 Warnings and Safety Precautions.................................................................................. 4 Warning ........................................................................................................................ 5 Safety Tips...........................................................................................
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Introduction The new VX-4000ci builds off of the versatility of the VX-5000c DLP™ by employing Runco's 3rd Generation engineering practices. The GEN 3 features included with the VX-4000ci are: motorized Reflectance Volume Regulation (RVR), digital video input with HDCP, 9 point Color Balance, and the high contrast 16:9 HD2+ DMD (Digital Micro-Mirror Device) from Texas Instruments. The remote con- trolled Reflectance Volume Regulation (RVR) allows adjustable iris control of contrast ratio versus
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Warnings and 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 POLAR- IZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE
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Declaration of Conformity RUNCO PROJECTOR, MODEL VX-4000ci 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 not copy, modify, adapt, transl
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Limited Warranty 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 Co
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EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE: This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date. 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. TO OBTAIN SERVICE, CONTACT YOUR RUNCO DEALER: Repairs made under the terms
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Features and Benefits The VX-4000ci system is a very unique system and has many important features, including: • Native 1280 x 720, Single HD2+, 16:9 DMD™ Chip creates images with appropriate black levels in darkened scenes. • DVI input allows digital connections for a richer pixel for pixel and unadjusted signal. • Motorized RVR or Reflectance Volume Regulation, a GEN 3 engineering advancement. It allows the Installer to adjust light output vs. contrast ratios for proper image quality in any
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Projector Description Top View Vertical Lens Shift: Using the provided Vertical adjustment tool, turn this to move the lens up Lens Shift and down. Power: Led is red when unit is in Motorized standby, blue when it is in operation. Focus & Lamp: When the lamp is on, this LED is blue. Zoom When the lamp is off, this LED is off. Temp: If the Projector has overheated and shut down, this will light red. Intake & Bottom Vents: This is where cooler air enters the Projector. Ensure that it is never Int
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Ceiling Mount Dimensions Front View 12.241 Lens Offset from the logo side of Projector 4.315 5.960 10.979 11.227 20.870 Side View 8.935 1.015 1.645 12.500 Feet Height Bracket Height Bottom View 0 6.500 (2X) 8.796 27.804 10.750 (2X) 11.400 Center of Bracket 26.304 14.004 15.000 (2X) 10 0 5.858 (3X) 10.846 15.834 (3X)
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Horizontal Vertical and Lens Shift Vertical Lens Shift (Up or Down) 150% Height Lens Shift (1.5 x H) 100% Height Lens Shift (1.0 x H) 12.500 1.645 10.750 1.015 8.796 50% Height Lens Shift Screen Center (0.5 x H) 0% 10.580 Base plate to center of lens Approx. 5-6" (depends on the amount of lens shift) Horizontal Lens Shift (Left or Right) 150% Width Lens Shift (1.5 x W) 100% Width Lens Shift (1.0 x W) 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W) Screen Center 0% Screen Width (W) Power Lamp Temp 11
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Lens Shift Range The examples show the location of the image position in the lens. The lens can be shifted within the shaded area as shown using the normal projection position as a starting point. Note: If lens is shifted in two directions combined, max. range in either direction cannot be obtained due to rounded off area near edge of lens. (Example: shift up and left). See diagrams below: Example: 56" x 100" Screen Lens Option 1: Throw Distance 1.2 - 1.4 x Width of Screen TD = 120" to 140" le
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Example: 56" x 100" Screen Lens Option 3: Throw Distance 1.77 - 2.35 x Width of Screen TD = 177" to 235" lens to screen When only Vertical or only Horizontal Shift is used: Maximum. Vertical Shift = 60% of screen height (.6 x height) 0.60 X 56" = 33.6" up or down Maximum Horizontal Shift = 25% of screen width (.25 x width) 0.25 X 100" = 25.0" left or right Amount of Horizontal Shift when Vertical is @ maximum: 0.05 X 100" = 5.0" left or right Maximum Horizontal Shift = 5% of screen width (.05
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Example: 56" x 100" Screen Lens Option 5: Throw Distance 3.60 - 5.70 x Width of Screen TD = 360" to 570" lens to screen When only Vertical or only Horizontal Shift is used: Maximum. Vertical Shift = 85% of screen height (.85 x height) 0.85 X 56" = 47.6" up or down Maximum Horizontal Shift = 40% of screen width (.4 x width) 0.40 X 100" = 40.0" left or right Amount of Horizontal Shift when Vertical is @ maximum: Maximum Horizontal Shift = 5% of screen width (.05 x width) 0.05 X 100" = 5.0" left
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Lens Adjustments (Zoom / Focus / Shift) IR receiver for lens zoom / focus motors Lens zoom and focus are motorized adjustments that are adjustable from the remote control. This is to allow the installer to adjust focus while at the screen for accurate results. The remote control has over 100' of range to the projector for long throw distances. The IR Receiver for the lens motor assembly is located on the projector behind the front RUNCO logo cover. Rotate the logo cover 90 degrees as shown abov
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Use the included 3/16" Hex-head tool to adjust the Vertical lens shift to center image vertically on screen. See the chart on page 12 for shift range available with the installed lens and screen size. Next use the same 3/16" Hex-head tool to adjust the Horizontal lens shift to center image horizontally on screen. See chart on page 12 for shift range available. The tool will automatically center on top of the adjustment nut when inserted into the access hole. 16
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ProntoNeo Remote Control Description Sending LED Learning Eye Serial Port for Communicating with a PC LCD Touch Screen Backlight Button to activate the display Page Up Button Page Down Button 2 Content Specific Buttons Mode Button to switch to Device Button another mode to activate the Device Overview + + VOL OK CH - - Hard Buttons 2 Context Specific Buttons: Hard Buttons: Change function depending on the device you are operating. Mode Buttons: Press and hold 3 seconds to Device Button:
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Battery Installation and Replacement Insert the 3 AA batteries, making sure to set them in with the proper polarity. 1. Press and open the back cover. 2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (-) indication inside the case. 3. Replace the back cover. 18
