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Runco VX VIDEO XTREME VX-33D Specifications

1. al I gt l EG 8 ares l 700k T elLpl Figure 7 1 VX 33d Dimensions with Ceiling Mount and CineWide AutoScope Options 74 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Table 7 3 lists the signal types supported by each input on the VX 38d Table 7 3 Supported Signal Timings by Input Specifications 7 4 Supported Timings Supported V Yes No Refresh MOMZONIdI Pixel Frequency Format Resolution Rate Hz di MHz HD 1 HD 2 HD 3 HDMI 4 Composite RGBHV Component HDMI 2 S Video 60 00 31 469 25 175 y NI n 72 00 37 861 31 500 y y 640x480 640x480 75 00 37 500 31 500 y y 85 00 43 269 36 000 y y 60 00 37 879 40 000 y y 72 00 48 077 50 000 y y 2 800x600 800x600 75 00 46 875 49 500 y y 85 00 53 674 56 250 y y 3 60 00 48 363 65 000 y NI a 70 00 56 476 75 000 y y 1024x768 1024x768 75 00 60 023 78 750 y y 85 00 68 677 94 500 y 2 y 1152x864 1152x864 75 00 67 500 108 000 y y 60 00 47 396 68 250 y NI E 60 00 47 776 79 500 y y 1280x768 1280x768 75 00 60 289 102 250 y A y E 85 00 68 633 117 500 y y a 60 00 60 000 108 000 y NI 1280x960 1280x960 85 00 85 938 148 500 y N 60 00 63 981 108 000 y y 1280x1024 1280x1024 75 00 79 976 135 000 y NI A 85 00 91 146 157 50
2. e Projector is completely hidden e Usually good ambient light rejection e Requires separate room e Installation cost is usually higher Rear Screen Floor Mount with Mirror e Projector is completely hidden e Usually good ambient light rejection e Requires less space behind screen than other rear screen installations e Requires separate room e Installation cost is usually higher In general minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen Contrast ratio in your images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen such as when a shaft of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image Images may then appear washed out and less vibrant Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 17 Installation 3 3 Installation Considerations lt Installation Type lt Ambient Light Installation Throw Distance Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether or not you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if your image will be the right size for your screen You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the width of the screen and multiplying it by the lens throw ratio see Figure 3 1 The result of this calculation tells you roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen
3. Front panel controls 19200 bps no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit no flow control 3 12 VDC each rated at 750 mA and thermal fuse protected 150 Mega Samples per Second MSPS 100 to 240 VAC auto sensing 50 60 Hz 160 Watts 546 1 BTUs hour 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C 0 to 90 humidity non condensing Width 17 50 inches 444 5 mm Depth 11 19 inches 284 1 mm Height 3 75 inches 95 3 mm 13 0 Ibs 5 90 kg Complies with FCC Class B CE C Tick GOST TUV GS cTUV US Two 2 years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user Specifications are subject to change without notice Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 73 Specifications 1 3 Figure 7 1 shows the VX 33d dimensions all dimensions are in inches VX 33d Dimensions 7 I AL i 3 Aaa M i l o A fe A gt 3 91 fa gt EE SE O 10 08 a c Pi jk Ci gs d da 16 26 i S
4. e Contrast e Color saturation e Tint e Sharpness To reset the Custom 1 and THX image presets to their factory defaults select Factory Default and press ENTER or SELECT Select Information from the Main Menu to display information about the current input signal resolution frequency type et cetera and installed firmware versions Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues 56 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments This menu should be used by ISF certified technicians only Not You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu A ote To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings select ISF Night or ISF Day from the ISF Presets menu see page 56 or use the corresponding buttons on the remote control ISF Night Display Color Use the Display Color settings to adjust the color balance at the projector output These settings are saved independently for each input e Gain Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the image A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white areas such as an 80 IRE window pattern If the white areas contain traces of red Pr green Y or blue Pr decrease the Gain for that color e Offset Use the Offset controls in the White Ba
5. Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness ISF Night Input Color Gain Offset Chroma Delay Noise Filter ISF Day Display Color Gain Offset Gamma Lamp Power Color Temp ISF Day Input Image Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness ISF Day Input Color Gain Offset Chroma Delay Noise Filter Save ISF Settings Back Confirm Output Shift Left Right Up Down Width Height Splash Timer 5 60 sec OSD Position Horiz Vert 0 1 2 100 Default Resolution Information Firmware Versions read only OSD Version Horizontal Ramp Vertical Ramp Test Vi Senos Color Bars 1 Color Bars 2 Picture Orientation Floor Front Installation Ceiling Front Floor Rear Ceiling Rear Focus Display Device Configure She Zoom Shift Lamp Info Hours in use etc read only White Red Green Blue Yellow 8 Diagnostic Ga Magenta Service NJ HD 1 RCA HD Format HD 2 BNC COMP or RGB HD 3 PC Triggers I N M 2 83 Language English Frangais Deutsch Espanol or Italiano OSD Timer O or 5 60 sec Film Mode On Off Miscellaneous SD sources only i CUE Chroma Upsampling Error On Off Motion Threshold 0120 TO Altitude Normal High System Reset Restore Saved Settings
6. Figure 4 1 DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX 33d 48 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector functions The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a passcode From the Main Menu select Inout Source to choose a video signal source The active source is indicated by an arrow gt to its left in this example Composite is the active source To change the aspect ratio size and shape of the projected image select Aspect Ratio from the Main Menu and press ENTER or SELECT Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size and the type of program material being viewed refer to Table 4 1 The currently selected aspect ratio is indicated by a X to its left in this example 16 9 is selected A Note The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and resolution Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 49 Operation lt Main Menu Runco Video Aspect Ratio Picture Input Position Memory Presets Information Calibration service lt Input Source gt Input Source Composite S Video Component RCA HD1 Component BNC HD2 Component PC HD3 RGB RCA HD1 RGB BNC HD2 RGB PC HD3 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 lt Aspect Ratio 00 0 LI K Aspect Ratio 4 3 Letterbox VirtualWide Cinema Virtual Cinema Operation Ta
7. 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 significance They also provide supplemental information CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade performance or cause a malfunction WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result in damage to the equipment or possible non fatal injury to the user DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual If you need Turn to page Information about obtaining service IV General information about the VX 33d DLP Pro 3 jector and DHD Controller Installation instructions 15 First time configuration instructions 47 Advanced configuration instructions ol Troubleshooting tips 63 Product specifications 71 2 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Runco further solidifies its leadership role with the introduction of the Video Xtreme VX 33d Digital Light Processing DLP Projector This overachiever combines state of the art 1920x1080 SuperOnyx DLP resolution with advanced 3 chip engineering The results are si
8. Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 69 Serial Communications Serial Communications Notes 70 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 7 Specifications Table 7 1 lists the VX 33d specifications 7 1 Table 7 1 VX 33d Specifications VX 33d Specifications Projector Type Digital Light Processing DLP 3 chip 16 9 SuperOnyx DMD Native Resolution 1920 x 1080 16 9 Aspect Ratios Refer to Table 7 2 Video Standards Refer to Table 7 2 DTV Compatibility 480i 576i 480p 576p 1080i 50 60 720p 50 60 1080p 24 50 60 1080psf Scan Frequency Horizontal 15 100 kHz Vertical 28 78 HZ Picture Size 16 9 Screen Recommended Width 120 270 in Maximum Width 375 in Throw Distance Refer to Table 3 3 Factor x Screen Width Horizontal and Vertical Refer to Table 3 4 Offset Lamp 300W UHP Estimated Lamp Life 2000 hours Input DVI DL Dual Link with HDCP from DHD Controller Controls Built in keypad Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 71 Specifications Table 7 1 VX 33d Specifications continued Brightness and Contrast Power Requirements Operating Environment Dimensions Weight without lens Regulatory Approvals Limited Warranty Cinema Standards Measurement System CSMS Specifications Brightness 146 8 foot Lamberts fL Contrast Ratio 138 1 These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled home theater environment All meas
9. 13 Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections HD3 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 83 Installation Installation Analog Computer RGB Connections See Figure 3 14 Green Y Blue Pb Red Pr Horiz Vert E Personal Computer 0000000000 0000000000 000000000000000 0000000000000000 0800000000008 00000 00000 O 00000 HD3 VGA Y Pb Pr COMPOSITE S VIDEO Figure 3 14 Analog RGB Connections 34 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Installation S Video Composite Video Connections See Figure 3 15 n pe BEEBE Bee E UEEEEEEEE HD2 BNC UEEEEEESEE Li nn Pr R Hs O 5 ojo HD3 VGA Y Pb Pr COMPOSITE S VIDEO sa E DVD Player VCR Satellite Receiver Laser Disc etc Figure 3 15 S Video and Composite Video Connections Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 35 Installation RS 232 Controller Use a null modem 9 pin RS 232 cable to connect a PC or home theater Connection control automation system if present to the RS 232 485 port on the DHD Controller see Figure 3 16 For more information about using this connection refer to Serial Communications on page 65 n Y Pb B Pr R Y Y G VA O Service port N Not for user INPUTS access por lt Y 4 WIRED I I REMOTE 42 i A TRIGG none of the other pins are used 5 Ground 3
10. 2 RUNLED Lights blue to indicate that the projector is functioning normally 3 LEFT BUTTON Used to move the menu cursor left in the VX 33d menu system 4 UP BUTTON Used to move the menu cursor up in the VX 33d menu system 5 DOWN BUTTON Used to move the menu cursor down in the VX 33d menu system 6 RIGHT BUTTON Used to move the menu cursor right in the VX 33d menu system 7 STAND BY LED Lights orange to indicate that the projector is in standby mode 6 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 10 ae de 15 14 15 Controls and Functions SOFT POWER BUTTON Press once to turn on the VX 33d Press it again to put the projector into Standby mode For a discrete on or off command you can use the direct access buttons on the remote control see Figure 2 5 PATTERN BUTTON Press PATTERN to access the internal test pattern menu Use arrow keys to select a pattern and press SELECT to confirm Press PATTERN again to return to the selected source POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX 33d to power here SERVICE PORT For use by authorized service personnel only USB B High speed service port for future use DVI DL Dual Link An HDCP compliant dual link digital video input for connecting the output from the DHD Controller SELECT BUTTON Press SELECT to confirm your selection of a highlighted choice on the On Screen Display OSD MENU BUTTON Pressing the MENU button brings up the mai
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12. 4 format required by the video encoder of the display device This so called chroma bug sometimes causes streaky or spiky horizontal lines running through the chroma channel It is most noticeable in static interlaced scenes and on diagonal edges especially red ones Set CUE to On to correct this issue e Motion Threshold The Motion Threshold determines the difference between a pixel and its corresponding value in the previous field or frame that must be exceeded for the pixel to be considered moving Increase the Motion Threshold if the image appears excessively noisy or if moving objects appear blurred Decrease it to reduce or eliminate artifacts caused by deinterlacing errors e Altitude Select Altitude from the Miscellaneous menu to control the operation of the projector s cooling fan In most cases the default setting Normal will maintain the correct operating temperature If the lamp frequently turns off due to overheating or in certain high altitude operating environments you may need to change this setting to High System Reset To reset ALL projector and controller settings including image settings back to their factory defaults choose System Reset from the Service menu A confirmation message appears reminding you to save your settings before you perform the reset so that you can restore them afterwards If you have done this select Confirm to continue with the reset Otherwise click Back to cancel This
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14. BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER INCIDENTAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY ID 3 Effect of Local Law This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locality to locality Some localities do not allow limitations on implied warranties and or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS Copyright 2009 Runco International LLC Runco This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright trademark and other intellectual property laws All rights are reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical electronic or other means in any form without prior written permission of Runco The trademarks reporduced 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 THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd which may be registered in some jurisdictions All rights reserved Runco Products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents US Patent 6755540 and Other Patents Pending vi Runco VX 33d Installation Operati
15. Installation Operation Manual Controls and Functions 6 DOWN BUTTON Use to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the OSD When no menu is present on screen the DOWN button toggles through the different aspect ratios in this order Virtual Cinema Cinema VirtualWide Letterbox 4 3 16 9 7 RIGHT BUTTON Used to direct select inputs or Move the menu cursor right in the OSD When no menu is present on screen the RIGHT button toggles through the different sources in this order Composite VID S Video HD 1 RCA HD 2 BNC HD 8 VGA Y Pb Pr HDMI 1 HDMI 2 8 MENU BUTTON Pressing the MENU button brings up the main menu Also if you are in an adjustment mode or function pressing MENU brings the menu back one level 9 RUN LED Lights blue to indicate that the projector is functioning normally Flashes blue one second on one second off to indicate an error condition Flashes blue one half second on one half second off for approximately 90 seconds after the system is turned off 10 ISSUE LED Lights red to indicate an error condition 11 UP BUTTON Use to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the OSD When no menu is present on screen the UP button toggles through aspect ratios in the following order 16 9 4 3 Letterbox VirtualWide Cinema Virtual Cinema Virtual Cinema is available only on CineWide equipped projectors For more information about a
16. MBR lt Enter gt MNR lt Enter gt MNR lt Enter gt MNR lt Enter gt MNR lt Enter gt MNR lt Enter gt EXIT lt Enter gt MBR Adjust Brightness MCOL Adjust Color Level none MCON Adjust Contrast MTIN Adjust Tint Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 67 Serial Communications Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Command Description Response Status Commands STATUS 1 Returns power status for example see description STATUS 2 Returns current source input for example STATUS 3 Returns current aspect ratio for example STATUS 4 Returns current memory preset for example STATUS 5 Returns current Brightness setting for example STATUS 6 Returns current Contrast setting for example STATUS Y Returns current Color level setting for example STATUS Returns current Tint setting for example STATUS Y Returns current Sharpness setting for example 68 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued 2 Source 3 Aspect 4 Memory 5 Brightness 6 Contrast e COJO SURE 9 Sharpness 10 Resolution Command Description STATUS 10 Returns current input resolution for example 10 Resolution 720P60 STATUS Display all system status information for example Power ON Component RCA 6 89 ISF Night 00 00 00 00 00 120P60 Response see description
17. Press this button to show or hide the OSD controls 5 Picture Adjustment Buttons BRT Brightness Press to adjust black level CONT Contrast Press to adjust white level COL Color Press to adjust color intensity TNT Tint Press to adjust color hues Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 13 Controls and Functions 6 Memory Preset Buttons CUST1 Press to recall settings for the current input from the Custom 1 memory preset ISF NIGHT Press to recall settings for the current input from the ISF Night memory preset ISF DAY Press to recall settings for the current input from the ISF Day memory preset CUST2 THX Press to recall settings for the current input from the THX memory preset Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use these buttons to select an aspect ratio directly as follows 16 9 For viewing 16 9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 4 3 Scales the input signal to fit 4 3 display mode in the center of the screen LBOX Letterbox For viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 16 9 screen VWIDE VirtualWide Enlarges a 4 3 image horizontally in a NON linear fashion to fit 16 9 full screen display CINEMA For viewing 2 35 1 source material VCINE Virtual Cinema CineWide equipped projectors only Selects the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio used for viewing 16 9 source material on a 2 30 1 screen 0 9 Use these keys to enter numeric charact
18. action ts not undoable Proceed with caution Before you A Caution perform a System Reset save your Custom ISF presets page 56 and ISF Day Night presets page 58 Restore Saved Settings Following a System Reset select Restore Saved Settings then select Yes to apply all previously saved settings to the projector and DHD Controller 60 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life typically 2000 hours or 5 1 sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs When you replace a lamp you Lamp Replacement should replace the filters as well For lamp or filter replacement please contact your nearest Runco authorized service center or Runco dealer Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself The VX 35d lamp is under high pressure Handle it with great care A WARNING at all times Lamps may explode if dropped or mishandled Never attempt to disassemble the lamp casing or dispose of the lamp casing in any manner other than by returning it to your Runco dealer If the lamp breaks leave the area immediately and stay away for at least 30 minutes Ventilate the room to allow the mercury vapor to disperse If you inhale the mercury vapor see a physician immediately 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly f
19. bottom of the Anamorphic Lens Holder item 5 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 41 Installation 2 Place the Anamorphic Lens Holder on top of the AutoScope Carriage Plate or fixed CineWide Base Plate item 7 Position the bracket so that the long slot at the bottom of the lens holder is perpendicular to the corresponding slots on the plate 3 Secure the Anamorphic Lens Holder to the plate using the Hex Bolts Washers item 6 and Yaw X Adjustment Levers that you removed in Step 1 4 Use the Lens Mounting Screws to attach the Lens Adapter Ring item 1 to the Pitch Adjustment Yoke item 2 see Figure 3 20 Use the round threaded holes on the yoke 5 Use the Height Y Adjustment T Screws item 3 Pitch Adjustment T Screws item 4 and T Nuts item 9 to attach the Pitch Adjustment Yoke and Lens Adapter Ring to the Anamorphic Lens Holder The Yoke should be as close to the primary lens as possible 6 Attach the lens to the Lens Adapter Ring by threading It clockwise Lens threads into ring Figure 3 20 Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Adapter Ring 42 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual CineWide with AutoScope maintains constant image height independent of the aspect ratio while using the full display resolution of the projector It accomplishes this by moving the anamorphic lens in front of the primary lens when widescreen material is bein
20. 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help INDUSTRY CANADA ICES 003 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS Lamp s inside this product contain mercury This product may contain other electronic waste that can be Hg hazardous if not disposed of properly Recycle or dispose in accordance with l
21. lens motor is clearly behind the projector chassis cover 6 Carefully rotate the lens assembly 45 degrees clockwise until the motor socket connector is aligned with the connector on the flange Then gently push the lens assembly in until it is seated flush against the flange and the connectors have seated Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 23 Installation from the moving lens stages and Motor Assembly to prevent Make sure to route the wire harness in its original position and away Caution unexpected disconnection or lens damage 7 Lock the lens in place by turning the Lens Locking Nut to the left of the lens 180 degrees counter clockwise Use a 6 0mm hex wrench Replace the Lens Cavity Front Cover Reattach the Projector Front Jewelry by sliding the top down onto the two retaining dowels Tighten the Phillips screw at the top of the projector to secure it 10 Remove the Front Lens Cap 3 5 If you are installing a standard non CineWide VX 38d skip this step and proceed with Installing the Optional Mounting the VX 33d page 28 CineWide Lens Mount If you are installing a VX 33d CineWide proceed with Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate VX 33d CineWide page 28 If you are installing a VX 33d CineWide with AutoScope proceed as follows to install the AutoScope lens motor 1 Do not install the CineWide lens yet only the fixed CineWide A Note base plate or AutoScope lens motor Y
22. not cover black uniformity issues or other LCD issues associated with usage outside the Runco recommended guidelines and specifications for the product 7 Second day shipment delivery time and availability may vary based on origin and destination and Runco is unable to deliver to PO Box and FPO Box addresses Extended Service Options Runco offers extended and expanded service plans For information on additional product protection please email serviceorders runco com or call toll free 800 23RUNCO 800 237 8626 Online Product Registration Please visit htto www runco com info html to register product Limitation of Implied Warranties RUNCO PROVIDES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN RUNCO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual V Exclusion of Damages RUNCO S MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT 1 RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF TIME LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY LOSS OF GOODWILL INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS EVEN IF THE CUSTOMER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES RUNCO SHALL NOT
23. on the Power 3 9 Adjusting the Picture Orientation Installation 3 10 To access the motorized lens controls use the FOCUS ZOOM and LENS buttons on the Primary Lens VX 33d remote control unit described on page 14 Adjustments Alternatively select Display Device from the Service Menu Select Configure then Lens from the Display Device menu The Lens menu gives you a great deal of control over the picture size position and focus Focus o focus the projected image use the cursor buttons to highlight In or Out Then press and hold the ENTER button on the remote control Zoom To make the picture smaller zoom out use the cursor buttons to highlight the minus sign Then press and hold the ENTER button on the remote control To enlarge the picture zoom in use the cursor buttons to highlight the plus sign Then press and hold the ENTER button on the remote control Vertical and Horizontal 10 change the projected image position use the cursor buttons to highlight Left Lens Shift Right Up or Down in the Lens menu Then press and hold the ENTER button to shift the image in that direction 40 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Installation If you are installing a VX 33d CineWide or VX 33d CineWide with AutoScope proceedas 3 11 follows to install and adjust the anamorphic lens Installing and Adjusting the It is extremely important that the primary
24. on the lens mount base plate with those on the bottom of the projector directly below the primary lens see Figure 3 9 3 Secure the base plate to the projector with the screws provided for this purpose Screw Phillips CineWide Pan Head Bage Male M6 1 0 x 12mm 4x Figure 3 9 Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate 3 6 There are several methods for mounting the projector Depending on your chosen Mounting the VX 33d installation one method may be more suitable than another Floor Mounting Upright In typical front and rear screen installations the projector can be mounted to a secure and level surface such as a table or cart Carts are useful when moving a projector during a presentation or from site to site If possible lock the wheels when it s in position to prevent it from being moved during a presentation Ceiling Mounting 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
25. particular lens or projector is used in this example Figure 3 4 Horizontal Lens Shift EXAMPLE ONLY 20 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Table 3 4 lists the lens shift limits for each available VX 33d lens as percentages and absolute measurements with a 100 x 56 inch 1 78 1 screen Table 3 4 VX 33d Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Lens Option Apollo B Apollo C Apollo D Lens Shift Limits as Percentages of Screen Height or Width Notes 1 and 2 Vertical Up 30 32 28 Note 2 Down 61 62 65 Horizontal Left 12 Note 2 Right 12 Lens Shift Limits in Inches with a 100 by 56 inch 1 78 1 Screen Up 16 80 17 92 15 68 Vertical Down 34 16 34 72 36 40 Left 12 00 Horizontal Right 12 00 Notes 1 With no vertical or horizontal lens shift the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other 2 Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height Horizontal shift limits are percentages of the screen width 3 Vertical lens shift figures apply to ceiling mount configurations For floor installations where the projector is upright reverse the up down vertical offset percentages In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited a mirror may be used to fold the optical path as shown in Figure 3 5 The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set If you are considering this type of
26. products excluded from this warranty from time to time at Runco s sole discretion but updates to the list of covered products will not apply on a retroactive basis 2 MSRP is defined as the most recent product price listed on Runco s price list Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual iil RuncoCare Claim Procedure In the event of a product defect please follow the warranty claim procedure provided below IE The Customer is required to contact a Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support via email at supportarunco com or via phone at toll free 800 23RUNCO 800 237 8626 If the customer is located outside North America call 3589 4200 554 in Europe for product service Be prepared to provide the date of purchase the place of purchase serial number product model number description of the problem and troubleshooting steps already attempted Runco Technical Support staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem If Runco is unable to fix the problem to the customer s satisfaction Runco will issue a Return Material Authorization RMA if it is determined that the claim was made within the coverage period of the Standard Limited Warranty The customer will need to return the defective product to the Runco repair depot location specified by the Runco technical support representative The customer will need to properly package the defective product consisting of the product only and not include any acce
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28. the VX 33d and suspend it from the ceiling using a specially designed ceiling mount fixture 28 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Installation Use only the Runco approved ceiling mount kit designed for your A Note projector Install the mount kit according to the instructions provided with it The projector can also be inverted and placed in an enclosure above and behind the viewing area Install four feet on the inside bottom surface of the enclosure on which the projector can rest A variety of materials can be used for this purpose for example rubber crutch tips or turntable feet If the VX 33d is ceiling mounted and the screen is significantly lower than the projector lt Adjusting the Projection you can tilt the projector at a slight angle by adjusting the ceiling mount Angle If you do this you may need to shift the image using the on screen display OSD controls to compensate For detailed instructions refer to Using the On Screen Menus on page 47 Proceed as follows to connect the DHD Controller to the VX 33d your video sources 3 7 external controller s if present and AC power Connections to the When connecting your equipment VX 33d and DHD e Turn off all equipment before making any connections Controller e Use the correct signal cables for each source e Ensure that the cables are securely connected Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors that have them To access the connector panel pu
29. to obtain information about the currently installed lamp its serial number number of strikes attempts to ignite and number of hours in use e Diagnostic Select Diagnostic from the Display Device menu then select Red Green Blue Yellow Cyan or Magenta to display only that color simulating a filter of that color This can be useful for calibration or measurement purposes To restore the normal picture all colors select White HD Format Select HD Format from the Service menu to choose the default color space for the source signals on the HD1 HD2 and HD3 inputs Select COMP component or HD Format RGB The DHD Controller assumes this color soace when you direct select an HD input using the left arrow and right arrow lt q or gt buttons on the projector rear panel or DHD Controller front panel or the HD1 HD2 or HD3 buttons on the remote control unit A COMP L RGB You can override this setting by using the OSD to select an HD input refer to Input DEE comp L RGB Source on page 49 For example if you select COMP for HD2 here and the input signal HD3 COMP RGB changes to RGB select RGB BNC from the Input Source menu to enable the VX 38d to properly display that signal When you change the default color space for an HD input it takes A Note effect the next time you select that input not immediately Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 59 Operation Triggers Select Triggers fro
30. 0 y y 1360x768 1360x768 60 00 47 712 85 500 y y 60 00 64 744 101 000 y y 3 1400x1050 1400x1050 60 00 65 317 121 750 y y 75 00 82 278 156 000 y y 1600x1200 1600x1200 60 00 75 000 162 000 y y 1920x1200 1920x1200 60 00 74 038 154 000 y y Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 75 Specifications Table 7 3 Supported Signal Timings by Input continued Supported V Yes No E Refresh norizontal Pixel Frequency Format Resolution Rate Hz a MHz HD 1 HD 2 HD 3 HDMI 1 Composite RGBHV Component HDMI 2 S Video 480 60i 720x487 59 94 15 734 13 500 y y y y 480 60p 720x483 59 94 31 469 27 000 y y y 576 501 720x576 50 00 15 625 14 750 y y y y 576 50p 720x576 50 00 31 250 29 000 y y y 720 50p 1280x720 50 00 37 500 75 250 y y y 720 600 1280x720 60 00 45 000 74 250 y y y 1080 50 1920x1080 50 00 28 125 31 250 74 250 72 000 y y y 1080 60 1920x1080 59 94 60 00 33 716 33 750 74 175 74 250 y y y z 1080 24p 1920x1080 23 98 24 00 26 978 27 000 74 175 74 250 y y y 1080 50p 1920x1080 50 00 56 250 148 500 y y y 1080 60p 1920x1080 59 94 60 00 67 433 67 500 148 350 148 500 y y y NTSC 3 58 59 94 60 00 15 734 15 750 3 580 y y y y NTSC 4 43 59 94 60 00 15 734 15 750 4 430 y y y y PAL B G 50 00 15 625 4 430 y y y y PAL M z 59 94 60 00 15 734 15 750 3 580 y y y y PAL N 50 00 15 625
31. 2 Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio Letterbox SAR 3 Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio VWide SAR 4 Selects the Cinema aspect ratio Cinema SAR 5 Selects the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio VCinema 66 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Serial Communications Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Command Description Response Image Preset Commands SISF 0 Loads ISF Night image preset ISF Night Sisk 1 Loads ISF Day image preset ISF Day SISF 2 Loads Custom 1 image preset Custom 1 SISE 2 Loads THX image preset THX Menu Navigation Commands The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control or DHD Controller front panel Each button has its own serial command so effectively it is as if you were using the IR remote only you Il be doing so via serial commands These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote ENTR ENTER or SELECT button EXIT EXIT button MENU MENU button MND Down Arrow W button none MNL Left Arrow lt q button MNR Right Arrow p gt button MNU Up Arrow A button Picture Adjust Commands The following serial commands are meant to emulate the discrete picture adjustment buttons on the remote control unit Use them in conjunction with MNL and or MNR to make picture adjustments For example to increase Brightness by five increments send this sequence of commands
32. 36 3 17 12 volt FigeerouiBbu ConnEGUO S dua AG Gin aaa 37 5 10 EXemMalReceverGoNnccioigGill alii Na 38 3 19 VX 33d Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly Exploded VIEW 41 3 20 Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Adapter RINg aaa aaa s anisaai 42 4 1 DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX 330 i 48 4 2 Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Bightiness iaia 52 4 3 Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast sd 63 4 4 Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and TINt sasiad nai 53 4 5 Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting SNarpNess aaa aaa aaa aaa aaa aaa aaa aaa wana wani G 1a 55 7 1 VX 38d Dimensions with Ceiling Mount and CineWide AutoScope Options 74 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual XV List of Figures Notes Xvi Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 1 Introduction This Owner s Manual describes how to install set up and operate the Runco VX 33d DLP Projector and DHD Controller Throughout this manual the Runco VX 33d DLP Projector and DHD Controller are referred to collectively as the VX 38d Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the VX 330 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 t
33. EN 61000 4 6 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 4 Testing and measurement techniques Section 6 Conducted disturbances induced by radio frequency fields immunity test e EN 61000 4 8 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 4 Testing and measurement techniques Section 8 Conducted disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test e EN 61000 4 11 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 4 Testing and measurement techniques Section 11 Voltage dips short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests And e EN 61000 3 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 Section 2 Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment inout current up to and including 16 A per phase 2000 e EN 61000 3 3 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 Section 3 Limitations of voltage changes voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A and not subject to conditional connection 1995 Council Directive 2006 95 EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety EN 60950 Safety of information technology equipment including electrical business equipment The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Planar Systems Inc 1195 NW Compton Drive Beaverton OR 97006 Date of Declaration September 2009 viii Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual NOTE This
34. INSTALLATION OPERATION MANUAL WIDEO ATREME VX 33d 1080p 3 chip Digital Light Processing Projector and DHD Controller RUNCO THE WORLD S Finest Home THEATER PRODUCTS RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited Warranty Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco product With proper installation setup and care you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is provided free of charge by Runco International with the purchase of a covered Runco product The following sets forth Runco s Standard Limited Warranty applicable to all Runco projectors processors LCD and plasma display products with the exception of the following models XP 103DHD SC 1 SC 1a and VW 1 00HD The following terms and conditions of the RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty represent a contract between us Runco International and you the customer who has purchased a Runco product This contract applies to purchases of covered Runco products occurring on or after September 1 2008 Runco reserves the right to change the terms of this contract and such changes shall apply to purchases of covered Runco products that occur on or after any future effective date RuncoCare Standard Features e Two year protection from defects in material and workmanship e Access to 24x7 phone support e Complimentary second day one way shipping Warranty Coverage Runco warrants its products to be f
35. Scope lens motor housing For floor installations where the projector is upright the adapters allow the projector to lie flat on the mounting surface Using six 6 each of the supplied M6 x 12mm Pan Head Phillips screws item 2 attach the AutoScope Ceiling Mount Adapters Projector Stands items 3 and 4 to the projector as shown in Figure 3 7 Figure 3 7 VX 33d with Ceiling Mount Adapters Projector Stands DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE SCREWS A Caution 26 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Installation Install Lens Motor Position the AutoScope Lens Motor item 1 as shown in Figure 3 8 Line up the mounting holes on the lens motor housing with those on the underside of the projector Secure the motor to the projector with the six remaining M6 x 12mm Pan Head Phillios screws item 2 Figure 3 8 AutoScope Lens Motor Installation After you have installed the AutoScope lens motor proceed with Mounting the VX 33d page 28 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual er Installation Installing the Fixed y o install the fixed CineWide base plate on a VX 33d CineWide CineWide Base Plate Place th ject ide down on a blanket or other soft surface VX 33d CineWide ace the projector upside dow r r u Line up the mounting holes
36. Transmit Data 2 Receive Data SERVICE ONLY to Automation Control System lt q or PC Figure 3 16 RS 232 Control System Connection 36 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual If your VX 33d is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system connect the AutoScope lens motor to a 12 volt trigger output on the DHD 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 For more information on using the DHD Controller triggers refer to Triggers on page 70 AutoScope Lens Motor Rear Power AC Input Switch 3 5 mm mini plug DHD Controller Rear Panel Retractable Screen or other gt Tale i ep T RGA CA n 12 volt trigger activated Sleeve Ground Poy PIR Y PENIGE Tip 12V O C i X o E RS 232 485 TRIGGERS ine Li HDMI Figure 3 17 12 volt Trigger Output Connections Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 37 Installation lt Connecting 12 Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Equipment Installation Connecting an External IR y Receiver to the DHD Controller Connecting to AC Power If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the DHD Controller due to excessive distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors y
37. When a viewer transitions from 1 78 1 16 9 program material to 2 35 1 the image simply gets wider while full height is maintained Also available with the VX 38d is CineWide with AutoScope an enhanced remote controlled motorized version of CineWide CineWide requires the use of a 2 35 1 or similar aspect ratio superwide A Note format screen Discrete IR and RS 232 control make custom installation seamless while discrete source and aspect ratio selection accommodate any automation control system The VX 33d offers these key features and benefits e Native Resolution 1920 x 1080 16 9 Native Aspect Ratio e Three chip Digital Light Processing DLP system e Two HDMI Inputs on DHD Controller with High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP e HDTV Compatible e CinOptx lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual o Introduction 1 3 Description Features and Benefits lt Key Features and Benefits Introduction Parts List gt Your VX 33d 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 VX 33d DLP Projector and DHD Controller Remote Control Unit and two 2 AAA size batteries AC Power Cords for Projector and DHD Controller Rack mount hardware for the DHD Controller Warranty information and registration card Runco VX 33d Installati
38. ades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use the attachments accessories specified by Runco 12 Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 The 12V trigger only outputs 12Vdc signal for triggering Do not connect to any other power input or output This could cause damage to this unit 16 Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped 17 The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly fo
39. ainst a black background The example above includes two vertical bars and four shaded boxes Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER or SELECT Adjust the brightness so that e he darkest black bars disappear into the background e he dark gray areas are barely visible e The lighter gray areas are clearly visible e he white areas are a comfortable level of true white e he image contains only black gray and white no color 52 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Operation Contrast On your external test pattern source select a stepped gray bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4 3 Figure 4 3 Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Select Contrast and press ENTER or SELECT Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the white rectangle starts to increase in size Brightness and contrast controls are interactive A change to one A Note may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting Color Saturation On your external test pattern source select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4 4 lt Tall color bars lt lt Short color bars t A Tint Color Figure 4 4 Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 53 Operation Select Color and press ENTER or SELECT While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter adjust the color sa
40. amp and W buttons on the remote control DHD Controller Menus front panel or projector rear panel to highlight it Then to confirm your selection press ENTER on the remote control or SELECT on the DHD Controller front panel or projector rear panel The VX 33d OSD menus are arranged hierarchically as shown in Figure 4 1 Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics some menu options may not be available Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 47 Operation Input Source Composite S Video Component RCA HD1 Component BNC HD2 Component PC HD3 RGB RCA HD1 RGB BNC HD2 RGB PC HD3 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Aspect Ratio 16 9 4 3 Letterbox VirtualWide Cinema Virtual Cinema Picture Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Input Position Left Right Up Down Width Height Overscan Phase RGB Component signals only Memory Presets Recall ISF Night Recall ISF Day Recall Save Custom 1 Recall Save THX Reset Custom 1 and THX to Factory Note Virtual Cinema is available only on VX 33d projectors equipped with the CineWide option secondary anamorphic lens Calibration ISF Night Display Color Gain Offset Gamma Lamp Power Color Temp ISF Night Input Image
41. ble 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description Key 16 9 16 9 Select 16 9 to view 16 9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 16 9 Image on 16 9 Screen Display 4 3 images are stretched horizontally to fit a 16 9 screen 4 3 Image stretched to fill 16 9 Screen Display 4 3 4 3 Standard 4 3 scales the input signal to fit in the center of the 16 9 screen 4 3 is the aspect 4 3 Image on screen DIA ratio used by computer s monitors standard television programming and most VHS video cassettes Letterbox LBOX Letterbox mode scales zooms in on a 4 3 image linearly by the 4 31 same amount on all sides to fill 3 Image on 16 9 Display a 16 9 display Letterbox aspect ratio Letterbox is best suited for viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 16 9 screen VirtualWide VWIDE VirtualWide scales a 4 3 image NON linearly more on the sides 4 3 Image on than in the center to fit a 16 9 16 9 Screen Display screen 4 3 Image on 16 9 Screen with VirtualWide On a 2 35 1 screen the image is AA UJ centered between black bars on with VirtualWide either side 50 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Table 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings continued Aspect Ratio Cinema Remote Control Key CINEMA 2 35 1 Image on 16 9 Screen Cinema aspect ratio no CineWide 2 35 1 Image on 2 35 1 Screen Cinema aspect ratio CineWide Descr
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43. e DHD Controller 3 If this is an AutoScope equipped projector turn on the main power switch at the rear of the AutoScope lens motor The lens motor power switch is located next to the AC input see Figure 3 17 4 Press the ON button on the remote control or the SOFT PWR button on the DHD Controller front panel to turn on the system The vacuum fluorescent display on the DHD Controller front panel briefly displays Starting Display 5 When the projector is ready for use after about 20 seconds the RUN LED on the DHD Controller front panel lights solid blue The fluorescent display indicates the current input source aspect ratio and input resolution for example Current Input Source __ _ Component RCA 4801 Aspect Ratio Input Resolution By default the VX 33d 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 inverted you must change the picture orientation To do this 1 Press MENU 2 Select Service from the Main Menu and enter the Service Menu passcode 3 Select Display Device from the Service Menu 4 Select Installation from the Display Device menu 5 Choose Floor Rear Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear to match the installation method Not You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu AN ote Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 39 Installation 3 8 Turning
44. e Noise Filter To apply noise filtering to the input signal select Noise Filter from the Input Color menu The Noise Filter is useful for clearing up noisy images from 480 video sources Use the left or right arrow buttons to select the desired amount of noise reduction keeping in mind that higher settings which reduce high frequencies may also soften the image ISF Day Display Color Refer to ISF Night Display Color ISF Day Input Image Refer to ISF Night Input Image ISF Day Input Color Refer to ISF Night Input Color Save ISF Settings Whenever you make a change to the ISF settings you should always save it Select Save ISF Settings from the ISF Calibration menu to do this In the event you ever have to perform a System Reset you can restore the saved ISF settings by selecting Restore Saved Settings in the Service menu System Reset and Restore Saved Settings are described on page 60 Output Shift The controls in the Output Shift menu are similar to those in the Input Position menu except that they change the characteristics of the output signal These settings are saved independently for each aspect ratio Splash Timer Select Splash Timer from the Calibration menu to set the amount of time the Runco ISF logo splash screen appears when you turn on the projector The range is from 5 to 60 seconds in one second increments OSD Position To adjust the position of the OSD select OSD Position from the Ca
45. e top or bottom edge of the screen area and centered horizontally See Figure 3 2 Ceiling Installation R Ceiling Height Lens Center Lens Center Floor Installation Height Screen Lens Center Lens Center Floor Figure 3 2 Projector Placement If it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3 2 you can use lt Vertical and Horizontal the lens shift controls to center the image on the screen Lens shift is generally expressed Lens Shift as a percentage of the screen height or width as shown in Figure 3 3 and Figure 3 4 INGE eee Screen Center 0 50 Height Lens Shift 0 5 x H Base plate ha to lens center N 100 Height 5 6 dependi a approx depending a Lens Shift on the amount of lens shift 4 1 0 x H xN n J 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 3 Vertical Lens Shift EXAMPLE ONLY Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 19 Installation 100 Width Lens Shift 1 0 x W 50 Width Lens Shift 0 5 x W Screen Center i eee ST TTT NU N u N a Se x Note This is a general example of lens shift Lenses vary in their shift capabilities No
46. eglect improper ventilation fire water disaster lightning or other acts of nature smoke exposure cigarette or otherwise unauthorized product modification including use of an unauthorized mount or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Runco Any damage to the product due to shipment Removal or installation of the product Causes external to the product such as electric power fluctuations or failure gt o Q O O Use of supplies or parts not meeting Runco s specifications Normal wear and tear Q Expected lamp degradation and normal decrease in lamp output over a period of time or as the lamp is consumed Customer caused defects including but not limited to scratched defaced altered plastics IV Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual j Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlined in the product s user guide where a schedule is specified for regular cleaning of the product k Opening the product and or tampering with internal circuitry Products lost stolen or discarded m Any damage or dissatisfaction associated with latent images burnin or any other damage determined by Runco to be the result of customer use patterns n Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect in material or workmanship Removal installation and setup service charges are excluded from this Standard Limited warranty Runco s warranty does
47. er is disabled RS 232 485 CONTROL PORT A male 9 pin D sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater automation control system Currently only RS 232 interface is supported 10 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Controls and Functions 8 12 VOLT 750 mA TRIGGER OUTPUTS Connection for up to three 3 12 volt trigger controlled devices These can be retractable screens screen masks or the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system 9 HDMI 1 HDMI II 2 Digital Two HDCP compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player HD tuner or other digital video source up to 1080p with a DVI or HDMI output 10 HD3 INPUT Provides a standard 15 pin VGA style connection to either an RGB or component high definition source or to a personal computer The DHD Controller automatically detects the input signal resolution 11 COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR camcorder or other composite video source 12 S VIDEO INPUT A standard S Video input for connecting a DVD player satellite receiver or Super VHS S VHS VCR 13 HD2 INPUT Five BNCs for connecting either RGB or component high definition sources up to 1080p The DHD Controller automatically detects the input signal resolution 14 HD1 INPUT Five RCA type connectors for either RGB or component high definition sources up to 1080p The DHD Controller automatically detects the input signal resolution For bes
48. erify the DVI DL cable connection from the DHD Controller to the VX 38d Figure 3 10 e Ensure that the VX 33d is plugged in and that the AC outlet is active e Select the correct source e Turn on the source e Turn off progressive scan on the DVD player e Lower the contrast setting e Lower the brightness setting e Ensure that the source outputs are connected to the correct DHD Controller input e Select the aspect ratio that best matches the source image and screen size refer to Table 4 1 e Wait two minutes until the LED at the front of the DHD Controller turns red e Replace the lamp Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 63 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 3 Troubleshooting Tips Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes 64 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 6 Serial Communications To interface the DHD Controller with a home theater automation control system or a PC 6 1 running terminal emulation software connect it to your control system or PC as shown in RS 232 Connection Figure 3 16 Use a null modem cable and Port Configuration If you are using a PC to communicate with the DHD Controller La Start a terminal session on your PC using a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal Configure the PC serial port as follows no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit and no flow control Set the baud rate to 19200 to match that of t
49. ers Motorized Lens Controls FOCUS To focus the image press FOCUS Then press and hold the UP or DOWN button When finished press MENU or EXIT ZOOM To adjust the projected image size press ZOOM Then press and hold the UP button to zoom in enlarge or the DOWN button to zoom out reduce When finished press MENU or EXIT LENS Lens Shift To adjust the lens position press LENS Then press and hold the RIGHT LEFT UP or DOWN button When finished press MENU or EXIT 14 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 3 Installation 3 1 Remote Control To install batteries in the remote control press up on the battery cover retainer clip and lift off the cover Install the two AAA batteries with the correct polarity and then replace the cover e Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries lt Notes on Batteries e Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries e f you will not use the remote control for a long time remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage e Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote lt Notes on Remote Control control and the IR receiver on the projector Operation e f the effective range of the remote control decreases or it stops working replace the batteries with new ones e The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bri
50. g viewed When the viewer transitions back to 16 9 or 4 3 source material the anamorphic lens moves out of the light path To configure the lens motor trigger on the DHD Controller for proper AutoScope operation Project a 2 35 1 aspect ratio test pattern or other image on the screen Press MENU on the remote control and enter the Service menu passcode Select Service from the Main menu Select Triggers from the Service menu dp Assign the trigger output to which the lens motor is connected to the Cinema and Virtual Cinema aspect ratios This enables the lens motor to move the anamorphic lens into position in front of the primary lens when either aspect ratio is selected 6 Tosavethe trigger settings press W repeatedly to highlight Save Then press ENTER 7 Select the Cinema aspect ratio to move the anamorphic lens into position if it isn t already To do this press CINEMA on the DHD Controller remote control Figure 2 5 or press A or W repeatedly with no menus visible on screen Adjusting the Horizontal X Lens Position 1 Project a white field on the screen 2 Loosen the Yaw X Adjustment Levers underneath the lens 3 Slowly move the anamorphic lens into place so that there are no shadows on either side of the screen Too Far Left Correct position Too Far Right 4 When the horizontal position is properly set tighten the Yaw X Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place Runco VX 33d Installatio
51. ght sunlight or fluorescent lighting e Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control If this happens point the remote control at the projector and repeat the operation Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 15 Installation 3 2 Table 3 1 gives a quick overview of the VX 33d installation process The sections Quick Setup following this one provide detailed instructions Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video A Note installation specialist Table 3 1 Installation Overview Step Procedure For Details Refer to page 1 Choose a location for the projector 17 2 Install the primary projection lens 22 If installing a VX 33d CineWide or VX 33d CineWide 24 3 with AutoScope Install fixed CineWide base plate or AutoScope lens motor 4 Mount the projector 28 5 Connect the DHD Controller to the projector 29 6 Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller 31 7 Connect external controller to RS 232 port optional 36 3 Connect 12 volt trigger outputs to AutoScope lens motor 37 and or other equipment optional 9 Connect projector DHD Controller and lens motor if 38 present to AC power and power up 40 For rear screen and or ceiling mount installations select 39 the proper picture orientation 44 Primary lens adjustments projected image size zoom 19 40 position shift and focus 12 Install CineWide anamorphic lens optional 41 13 C
52. he DHD Controller RS 232 port 3 Press lt Enter gt You should see a command prompt gt in the terminal window 4 Type a command from among those listed in Table 6 1 and press lt Enter gt Commands are in ASCII format and are not case sensitive on and ON are equivalent 6 2 For a command that takes no parameters type the command followed by a carriage Serial Command return for example to turn on the system type ON lt Enter gt Syntax For a command that takes a parameter type the command one or more spaces and the desired value followed by a carriage return for example to switch to the S Video input type SSRC 1 lt Enter gt When you enter a valid command the DHD Controller executes it When you send an on off input selection aspect ratio or image preset command the DHD Controller also responds with an acknowledgment on the command line For example when you issue the command SAR 2 the DHD Controller responds with Letterbox on the command line When you enter a misspelled or otherwise invalid command the DHD Controller ignores it and responds with Invalid Command on the command line When you send a command followed by values outside the valid range for that command the DHD Controller ignores it and responds with Invalid Parameter on the command line When the DHD Controller receives an OFF command it will not acknowledge or execute any commands for approximately 90 seconds afterwards This is to prevent ho
53. ife of the lamp but decreases brightness e Color Temp Select Color Temp from the Display Color menu to adjust the color temperature The default setting is appropriate for most situations Higher settings produce a bluer picture ISF Night Input Image The Input Image controls are similar to those in the Picture menu but are accessible only by entering the 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 33d Installation Operation Manual 57 Operation lt Calibration Calibration ISF Night DisplayColor Input Image Input Color ISF Day Display Color Input Image Input Color Save ISF Settings Output Shift Splash Timer OSD Position Operation ISF Night Input Color The Inout Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color menu see above but adjust the color balance of the incoming signal These settings are also saved independently for each input e Gain Offset Refer to ISF Night Display Color above e Chroma Delay use the Chroma Delay control to correct a mis aligned image from a Composite S Video or Component video source Chroma delay in an image causes color shifts to occur to the left of the vertical edge transitions producing artificial shadows or a halo effect If necessary adjust this setting to eliminate them
54. ime to time You can always find the latest version of this and other Runco product manuals on line at www runco com Runco welcomes your comments about this manual Send them to info runco com Text Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual in order to clarify the information and instructions provided e Remote and built in keypad button identifiers are set in upper case bold type for example Press EXIT to return to the previous menu e Computer input Commands you type and output responses that appear on screen is shown in monospace fixed width type for example To change the aspect ratio to Letterbox type SAR 2 lt Enter gt e All keys with functional names are initial capped set in bold type and enclosed in angle brackets These keys are the following lt Enter gt lt Spacebar gt lt Control gt lt Esc gt and lt Tab gt e lt Enter gt indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your keyboard if it has both keys In addition to these conventions underlining boldface and or italics are occasionally used to highlight important information as in this example Not A carriage retum must be used after each command or string A ote Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 1 1 1 About This Manual lt Target Audience lt If You Have Comments About This Manual lt Textual and Graphic Conventions Introduction 1 2 Using This Manual
55. in order to project a focused image large enough to fill the screen Estimating Throw Distance Throw Distance TD Screen Width w x Lens Throw Ratio Figure 3 1 Estimating Throw Distance Table 3 3 lists the available lens options for the VX 33d and their associated throw ratios Table 3 3 VX 33d Lens Options and Throw Ratios Throw Range in Throw Ratio Throw Range in Lens Option Throw Ratio inches with with Primary inches with Note with Primary 96x54 inch 1 78 1 Lens and 126 9x54 inch 2 35 1 Lens Only Screen Anamorphic Screen Minimum Maximum Lens Minimum Maximum Apollo B 1 40 1 81 134 40 173 76 Not Applicable Note 2 Apollo C 1 89 2 59 177 60 242 88 1 40 1 90 177 66 241 11 Apollo D 2 65 4 20 204 40 403 20 2 02 3 15 206 34 399 73 Notes 1 Throw distance does not affect image quality provided these ranges are taken into account 2 Only the Apollo C and D lenses can be used with the optional CineWide secondary anamorphic lens Doing so affects the throw distances as shown here 18 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Installation Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular lt Vertical and Horizontal perfectly centered image that completely fills the screen Position Ideally the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way that the lens center is aligned with either th
56. ineWide lens adjustments position pitch angle 43 geometry and focus Projector calibration adjust the following for each input 49 through 56 save settings when finished e Aspect ratio 14 e Brightness e Contrast e Color level e Tint e Input position 16 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display Whether you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently you should take the following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally Choose the installation type that best suits your needs front or rear screen floor mount or inverted mount Table 3 2 compares these various installation methods Table 3 2 Projector Installation Options Advantages Considerations Front Screen Floor Mount Installation e Easy to set up e Shares floor space with audience e Can be moved or changed quickly e Easy to access Front Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation e Installation is more permanent e Projector access is more difficult e Does not take up audience space e Projector is unobtrusive e Projector cannot be accidentally moved Rear Screen Floor Mount Installation e Requires separate room e Installation cost is usually higher e Projector is completely hidden e Projector is easily accessed e Usually good ambient light rejection Rear Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation
57. installation contact your dealer for assistance Screen Mirror Figure 3 5 Folded Optics Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 21 lt Folded Optics Installation Installation Other Considerations 3 4 Installing the Primary Projection Lens Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation e Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35 C 95 F Keep the projector away from heating and or air conditioning vents Changes in temperature may cause drifts in the projector circuitry which may affect performance e Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors and transformers Common sources of these include slide projectors speakers power amplifiers and elevators The projection lens is shipped separately from the projector To install it proceed as follows 1 Loosen the captive Phillips screw at the top of the Projector Front Jewelry 2 Remove the jewelry 22 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Installation 3 Remove the Lens Cavity Front Cover 4 Remove the Rear Lens Cap 5 Hold the lens assembly with the motor facing the upper right corner of the Lens Cavity Carefully insert the back of the lens assembly into the hole in the lens flange DO NOT PUSH THE LENS ASSEMBLY ALL THE WAY IN Only push the lens assembly in far enough so that the front of the
58. iption Select Cinema to view 2 35 source material in its native aspect ratio With a 16 9 screen anda non CineWide projector no anamorphic lens the upper and lower portions of the screen are masked but the geometry of the active image area is unchanged With a 2 35 1 screen and a CineWide equipped projector the DHD Controller scales the 2 35 1 image so that the active image area fills the 16 9 chip surface eliminating the black bars The secondary anamorphic lens then restores the proper geometry to the 2 35 1 image Virtual Cinema VCINE 16 9 Image on 2 35 1 Screen 16 9 Image on 2 35 1 Screen with Virtual Cinema A 16 9 image is scaled NON linearly more on the sides than in the center to fit a 2 35 1 screen Virtual Cinema is available only on the VX 33d CineWide Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your VX 33d for optimum picture quality The VX 33d has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by the Imaging Science Foundation ISF The ISF has developed carefully crafted industry recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal picture quality from Runco video display devices Accordingly Runco recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician All signal types requi
59. lance sub menu to correct color imbalances in the dark areas of the image A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of dark gray areas such as a 30 IRE window pattern If the gray areas contain traces of red Pr green Y or blue Pr decrease the Offset for that color e Gamma Gamma determines how gray shades are displayed between minimum input black and maximum input white for all signals A good gamma setting helps to optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions for the in between values utilized in other grays Unlike Brightness and Contrast controls the overall tone of your images can be lightened or darkened without changing the extremes and all images will be more vibrant while still showing good detail in dark areas In all but the most unusual situations the appropriate Color Temp selection see below will produce accurate colors and a satisfying contrast level However it is sometimes necessary to adjust the red blue and green gamma curves individually To do this select Gamma from the Display Color sub menu and use the left and right arrow buttons to manipulate the on screen slidebars e Lamp Power Select Lamp Power from the Display Color menu to adjust the lamp output level You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible 300W this is the default setting or you can choose the lower 250W setting Generally lower lamp output prolongs the l
60. lens is properly CineWide Anamorphic A Note adjusted before you install the anamorphic lens Ensure that Lens the image from the primary lens Is perfectly centered on the screen The VX 33d Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3 19 lt Attach Lens Mounting Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in Assembly to Lens Motor these instructions If any items are missing or damaged please contact your Runco dealer Carriage Plate CineWide or Runco Customer Service at 800 23 RUNCO with AutoScope or Base Plate fixed CineWide Lens Adapter Ring and Mounting Screws 3x 40 Anamorphic Lens Set Screw Pitch Adjustment T Nut 2x a K 2 Pitch Adjustment Yoke for Lens A A be Height Y Adjustment Q e i LIT i T Screw and Washer UL L 2x A 4 Pitch Adjustment T Screw and Washer 2x LI 5 Anamorphic Lens Holder 8 Yaw X Adjustment Lever 2x a 1 4 20 Hex Bolt 2x and Washer 2x 7 AutoScope Carriage Plate or Fixed CineWide Base Plate Figure 3 19 VX 33d Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly Exploded View 1 Remove the two Yaw X Adjustment Levers item 8 from the
61. libration menu and press ENTER or SELECT Press A or W to select Hor or Ver Then press 4 or gt change the position 58 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Operation Use the Service menu to access advanced projector configuration settings This menu lt Service should be used by ISF certified technicians only Service A Not You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu TI ote Display Device HD Format Triggers Test Video Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns Miscellaneous on the VX 33d Four patterns are avallable Horizontal Ramp Vertical Ramp Color Bars 1 solid bars and Color Bars 2 SMPTE checkerboard pattern System Reset Restore Saved Settings Press MENU to exit test pattern mode You can also use the PATTERN button on the projector rear panel A Tip or DHD Controller front panel to enter and exit test pattern mode Display Device he options in the Display Device menu allow you to change the picture orientation and perform lens adjustments e Installation Select Installation from the Display Device menu to change the picture orientation to suit the method of installation Floor Front Floor Rear Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear e Lens Select Lens from the Display Device menu to access the motorized lens controls Refer to Primary Lens Adjustments on page 40 e Lamp Info Select Lamp Info from the Display Device menu
62. ll firmly on the cable access cover to open it lt Connector Panel Access The VX 33d is designed to receive only digital input signals directly from the companion lt Connecting the DHD DHD Controller Processor All signal sources should be connected to the appropriate Controller to the VX 33d inouts on the rear panel of the controller The signal from the controller is then output to the VX 33d projector through a DVI DL dual link cable the VX 33d It MUST be routed through the DHD Controller for proper operation Not You CANNOT connect a signal source with DVI output directly to A ote Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 29 Installation Use a Runco DVI Dual Link DVI DL cable to connect the output of the DHD Controller to the input of the VX 33d see Figure 3 10 SERVICE PORT AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY vie PbIB PrIR Pb B vie PrR w 000 00 6 6 O o aj o E 00065 SERVICE ONLY Pore RS 232 485 HD3 VGA Y Pb Pr COMPOSITE S VIDEO ci SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE TRIGGERS Figure 3 10 Connecting the VX 33d to the DHD Controller 30 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Installation Connect you
63. m the Service menu to configure the 12 volt trigger outputs 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 Virtual Cinema aspect ratios Miscellaneous Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following options e Language Select Language from the Miscellaneous menu and press the up or down arrows to select the OSD Language English Francais Deutsch Espanol or Italiano e OSD Timer Select OSD Timer from the Miscellaneous menu to set the OSD Timer which controls how long the menus remain on screen after selecting them Select from 5 to 60 seconds in one second increments Or set the timer to 0 disabled if you want the menus to remain on screen indefinitely e Film Mode Use Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced standard definition SD sources In most cases the VX 33d detects the proper pull down rate and vertical frequency However if your source is jittery and or tearing you may wish to enable Film Mode ON to ensure stable processing for that source e CUE Chroma Upsampling Error Correction Some DVD players use MPEG decoders that do not correctly upsample the 4 2 0 format chroma information on the DVD to the 4 2 2 or 4 4
64. mply stunning with jaw dropping images that must be seen to be believed Runco has taken 1080p performance to a new level with this machine and harnessed the brightness and contrast capabilities inherent in 3 chip light engine design for a powerful presentation The VX 33d comes with an external all digital signal processor controller featuring advanced Vivix II video processing superb scaling and aspect ratio control The VX 33d is enhanced further by significant horizontal and vertical lens shift capability for maximum installation flexibility The VX 33d s 16 9 native aspect ratio DMD array makes it ideal for widescreen viewing while its 3 chip 1920 x 1080 native resolution produces crisp crystal clear high definition images with richly saturated colors deep black levels and natural highly refined detail This advanced design provides pure digital connections from input to light engine for absolutely stellar pictures In addition Runco s multiple aspect ratio control includes its unique VirtualWide mode for viewing standard video formats in widescreen without loss of image quality For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the scope 2 35 1 format the VX 33d can be equipped with Runco s patent pending CineWide technology a combination of software electronics and high quality anamorphic optics CineWide maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater
65. n Manual 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 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 45 Installation Adjusting the Geometry 1 Input an anamorphic cross hatch test pattern to the projector 2 Unscrew the Anamorphic Lens just enough to allow it to rotate freely 3 Grasp the lens by the center ring and rotate the lens until the image is properly anamorphic HA Wrong Position Correct Position 4 When the image geometry appears correct tighten the Anamorphic Lens Set Screw item 10 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 Focus Finally rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine tune the optical focus 46 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 4 Operation To display the Main Menu press the MENU button on the remote control Figure 2 5 4 1 DHD Controller front panel Figure 2 3 or projector rear panel Figure 2 2 Using the On Screen To select a menu item use the
66. n Operation Manual 43 Installation lt Configure Lens Motor Trigger CineWide with AutoScope HEHE RAR ZSEE EEEH lt Adjust the Anamorphic Lens Installation Adjusting the Height Y With the white field still on screen loosen the 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 Em Correct position Too High When the height is properly set tighten the Height Adjustment T Screws to secure the lens in place Pitch Angle Next angle the lens to even out any top to bottom pincushion distortion To do this loosen the Pitch Adjustment T Screws directly below the Height Y Adjustment T Screws on either side of the lens to allow it to pivot freely Then adjust the anamorphic lens angle so that the projected image is rectangular Correct Lens Angle Incorrect Lens Angle The anamorphic lens will almost always be angled with respect to the projector this is normal Once the proper lens angle has been set firmly tighten the Pitch Adjustment T Screws to secure the lens in place 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 Not There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is A ote 44 Runco VX 33d Installation Operatio
67. n VX 33d menu Also if you are in an adjustment mode or function pressing MENU brings the menu back one level Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 7 Controls and Functions 2 3 Figure 2 3 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel the DHD Controller Front paragraphs that follow describe them Panel SERIES FT HIGH DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO CONTROLLER PROCESSOR LA mL Figure 2 3 DHD Controller Front Panel 1 RUNCO ICON Lights blue to indicate that the DHD Controller is powered up and functioning normally IR SENSOR Receives IR commands from the remote VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY VFD Can be used instead of the OSD Displays currently selected menu or if no menu is selected the current source input resolution and aspect ratio If an error condition occurs a message appears here indicating the cause Penance gs TEUELS Communication Error PATTERN BUTTON Press PATTERN to access the internal test pattern menu Use arrow keys to select a pattern and press SELECT to confirm Press PATTERN again to return to the selected source LEFT BUTTON Used to direct select inouts or move the menu cursor left in the OSD When no menu is present on screen the LEFT button toggles through the different sources in this order HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HD3 VGA Y Pb Pr HD 2 BNC HD 1 RCA S Video Composite VID 8 Runco VX 33d
68. o fine tune the aspect ratio and image lt Input Position position for the current source Input Position Not The input position settings are automatically saved for each input Lef Right 0 AN ote and resolution Up Down Width Height Left Right Select Left Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image Overscan horizontally Press gt to shift the image to the right press 4 to shift it to the left asa Up Down Select Up Down from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image vertically Press to shift the image upward press 4 to shift it downward Width Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image width Press gt to increase the width press 4 to decrease it Height Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image height Press gt to increase the height press 4 to decrease it Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 09 Operation Memory Presets C ISF Day Custom THX Factory Default Memory Presets X 1 Save Save Information Information Resolution CB Firmware 0 31 132 CB FPGA rxrev018 Sxf SB Firmware DOS SB FPGA 0 25 Scaler 29 OSD E024 Overscan Image Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the video signal out beyond the edge of the display area Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television sets ma
69. ocal state or federal Laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW EIAE ORG For lamp specific disposal information check WWW LAMPRECYCLE ORG DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT Applicable throughout the European Union and other European countries with separate collection programs This symbol found on your product or on its packaging indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste when you wish to dispose of it Instead it should be handed over to an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources This symbol is only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard this product please Si contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual IX Notes X Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Table of Contents RuncoCare Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ccsscesecesecsseesenseensenseeneenes iii Important Safety Instructions lena vii Compliance Information iii nia viii T INTOGUCHONI i avi 1 ADOUL PAS MINGAN ie 1 ELA lcd 1 If You Hav
70. on Manual Important Safety Instructions 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 WARNING CAUTION This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of MN uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric CAUTION shock TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK TE ie Ei NALE This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the SERVICE PERSONNEL literature accompanying the appliance Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions i DE i SS Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two bl
71. on Operation Manual this document Runco VX 33d Quick Setup Guide Optional Accessories Dual Link DVI Cable length specified at time of order available lengths range from 7 5 meters to 20 meters 24 6 feet to 65 6 feet CineWide technology fixed secondary anamorphic lens CineWide with AutoScope system secondary anamorphic lens and motorized mount Ceiling mount kit part number 956 0075 00 Cool cube Exhaust Kit Communications Adapter Dual Link DVI male to DVI D female and RJ 11 female pair part number 146 001 2 00 4 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 2 Controls and Functions Figure 2 1 shows the key VX 33d components 2 1 VX 33d at a Glance Figure 2 1 VX 33d Front Bottom Side View 1 INTAKE VENT LENS OPENING RUNCO LOGO The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation inverted ceiling mounted or upright To rotate the logo grip it at the sides pull it away from the projector and rotate it 180 degrees 4 CABLE OPENING Pass cables through this opening 5 EXHAUST VENT Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 5 Controls and Functions 2 2 Figure 2 2 shows the VX 33d rear panel VX 33d Rear Panel SERVICE PORT AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY Figure 2 2 VX 33d Rear Panel 1 LAMP COVER Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment
72. or replacement 2 Loosen and remove the rear Lamp Cover screw 3 Slide the Lamp Cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it 4 Loosen the two captive lamp assembly mounting screws using a coin or a large flat blade screwdriver 5 Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently removing the lamp module from the projector housing Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 61 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 2 Filter Replacement 6 Install the new lamp module 7 Replace the lamp cover and re tighten all screws Whenever you replace the lamp or more often if the projector is installed in an extremely dusty environment you should also replace the filter located at the right side of the projector 1 Loosen the four captive screws Side Filter holding the filter access panel in place Then remove the panel Access Panel 2 Pull the filter out of the projector and discard Do not reuse filters ee 3 Insert the new filter with the pleats E TT facing in and the foam covered side facing out 4 Replace the filter access panel and tighten the screws to secure tt 62 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Table 5 1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the VX 33d If the suggested solutions fail
73. ou can connect an external IR receiver to the WIRED REMOTE input on the DHD Controller to extend the range of the remote control See Figure 3 18 IR Receiver DHD Controller Remote Rear Panel Control u Pi BEB Bee E BEB Bee i R Pb B PER Ring 5V Service ser Tip IRinput SE me access Sleeve Ground B2 a ee 3 5 mm SERVICE ONLY REMOTE RS 232 485 mini phono SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE TRIGGERS plug Z A NA Figure 3 18 External IR Receiver Connection When an external IR receiver is connected to the wired IR input the A Note built in IR sensor on the DHD Controller is disabled Projector DHD Controller Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the VX 38d AC 100V 240V Then connect the other end to your AC power source Similarly connect the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet AutoScope Lens Motor With AutoScope equipped projectors an additional power cord is provided for the lens motor Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the AC inout on the rear of the lens motor assembly Connect the other end to a 110 VAC power source 100 and 120 VAC Do not connect the AutoScope lens motor The input voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between A Caution to a 200 240 VAC power source 38 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 1 Turn on your source components Turn on the main power switch at the rear of th
74. ou will install the CineWide lens after you install the projector and adjust the primary lens 2 Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these instructions 24 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Figure 3 6 shows the VX 33d CineWide with AutoScope motor assembly Screw Phillips Pan Head M6 1 0 x 12mm 12x AutoScope Lens Motor IIS pu if a Il gt El FU IL A os ANO SSS s NU J ee Sa Wy eA yy WS 3 gt gt 3 gt CineWide with AutoScope Ceiling Mt Adapter Projector Stand Right 4 CineWide with AutoScope Ceiling Mt Adapter Projector Stand Left Figure 3 6 VX 33d CineWide with AutoScope Motor Assembly Exploded View Remove Projector Front Feet Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface Loosen and remove the two front feet on the projector Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Remove 25 Installation lt Installing the AutoScope Lens Motor VX 33d CineWide with AutoScope Installation Install Ceiling Mount Adapters Projector Stands For ceiling installations the adapters bring the attachment points for the projector mounting rails included with the projector ceiling mount kit from the bottom of the projector up and around the Auto
75. r replacement Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual vii Compliance Information DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name Runco International LLC Manufacturers Address 1195 NW Compton Drive Beaverton OR 97006 1992 hereby declares that the products Model Numbers VX 33d VX 33d CineWide and VX 33d CineWide with AutoScope conform with the provisions of Council Directive 2004 108 EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 55022 Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology equipment 1998 EN 55024 Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology equipment 1998 Including e EN 61000 4 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 4 Testing and measurement techniques Section 2 Electrostatic discharge immunity test e EN 61000 4 3 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 4 Testing and measurement techniques Section 3 Radiated Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test e EN 61000 4 4 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 4 Testing and measurement techniques Section 4 Electrical fast transient burst immunity test e EN 61000 4 5 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 4 Testing and measurement techniques Section 5 Surge immunity test e
76. r video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the lt Connecting Source sections that follow Components to the DHD Controller HDMI Connections See Figure 3 11 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 mm m n pa BEB Eee E CANA HD2 BNC MAA A mm 1 i HD3 VGA Y Pb Pr COMPOSITE S VIDEO I HDMI Source HD DVD BD DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out Figure 3 11 HDMI Source Connections Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 31 Installation Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections See Figure 3 12 and Figure 3 13 i g gt 2 BEEBE EE aes Bey UEEEEEEN an n El UEEEEEESEE letizia ciaoo s HD2 BNC BEB BERR Pb B Pr R TIC G E se o O 3 co oclyoo HD3 VCA Y Pb Pr COMPOSITE Y G Pb B Pr R Hs pon 09 Green Y Blue Pb Red Pr Horiz Vert lt a lt a E DTV or Progressive DTV or Progressive Component YPbPr Source Component YPbPr Source Figure 3 12 Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections HD1 HD2 de Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual O 00000 o amp o I HD3 VGA Y Pb Pr COMPOSITE S VIDEO Green Y Blue Pb Red Pr Horiz L LI La a a DTV or Progressive Component YPbPr Source Figure 3
77. re separate processing Therefore you need to calibrate each DHD Controller input separately Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 57 Operation lt Picture Picture Contrast Color Tint Sharoness Operation preset afterwards Otherwise the change will be lost when a different input is selected Picture quality settings are saved for each input separately For information about saving settings refer to Memory Presets on page 56 Not When you change a picture quality setting save the change to a AN ote 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 e External test pattern source Ovation Multimedia Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent e A blue filter provided with many test DVDs for color level and tint adjustments Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as follows Perform the adjustments in the order listed here 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 4 Figure 4 2 Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Below Black Above Black PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black white and gray areas ag
78. ree from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period provided below If in Runco s determination a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period Runco will repair the product replace the product with a similar new or like new product or refund a prorata share of the purchase price calculated based on the remainder of the warranty period and the thencurrent MSRP of a similar product if repair or replacement of the product is determined by Runco to not be feasible Length of Warranty Runco products are warranted for two 2 years from the date of shipment from Runco Lamps are warranted six 6 months from the date of shipment or 1000 hours whichever comes first All other accessories which includes but is not limited to cables remotes carrying cases lens cap and other peripherals sold with the Runco product are warranted for ninety 90 days from the date of shipment Repaired product or replacement lamp is subsequently warranted for the remaining portion if any of the original warranty term or 90 days from the date the product was shipped to you whichever is longer This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is valid only for the first customer who purchases the covered product from an authorized Runco dealer or distributor This warranty is not transferable You may be required to provide proof of purchase in order to receive warranty services 1 Runco may update this list of
79. spect ratios refer to Table 4 1 12 SELECT BUTTON Press SELECT to confirm your selection of a highlighted choice on the OSD 13 STAND BY LED Lights orange to indicate that the projector is in standby mode 14 SOFT POWER BUTTON Press once to turn on the VX 33d Press it again to put the projector into Standby mode For a discrete on or off command you can use the direct access buttons on the remote control see Figure 2 5 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 9 Controls and Functions 2 4 Figure 2 4 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller DHD Controller Rear Panel O Q HD3 VG Y Pb Pr COMF DSITE S V DEO Figure 2 4 DHD Controller Rear Panel 1 POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the DHD Controller to power here MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse 5mm x 20mm 500 mA 250V slow blow MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller DVI DL DUAL LINK OUTPUT 1080p Connect this to the DHD Input at the rear of the VX 33d see Figure 2 2 SERVICE ONLY For future use WIRED REMOTE Wired input from an external remote control or infrared receiver It is a 3 5 mm mini phono jack wired as follows Ring 5V Tip IR Input TTL level Sleeve Ground When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected A Note to the wired IR input the IR sensor on the front of the DHD Controll
80. ssories e g cables remotes carrying cases lens lens cap and other peripherals and return it to the Runco repair depot specified by the technical support representative It is the customer s responsibility to properly package the hardware include all appropriate materials and return it to the location specified by the Runco technical support department The customer will need to address and resolve any shipping damage claims directly with the shipping company The customer is responsible for providing a suitable box to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot Boxes may be purchased from a Runco technical support representative The customer is responsible for paying freight charges to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot Runco will pay freight charges to return the repaired replacement product to the customer from the Runco repair depot Once an RMA has been created the customer may contact serviceorders runco com for followup questions or confirmation status of the claim process Warranty Exclusions This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty does not include or is limited by the following ie 2 3 4 Products not purchased from an authorized Runco dealer Rental costs incurred by the customer in the event of product defect or failure Any product with a defaced modified or removed serial number Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from a Accident abuse misuse n
81. t re strikes of the lamp which can damage tt After sending an ON command allow at least 30 seconds for the projector and controller to warm up before sending another command Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 65 Serial Communications Table 6 1 lists the serial commands supported by the DHD Controller and the responses it sends back to the control system or PC Table 6 1 Serial Commands Command Description Response OFF Turns projector off Powering Down ON Turns projector on Powering Up Gennum Init Complete REV Display system firmware version information see description gt rev Runco Gennum Scaler Board Reve Sly ATZ 25 Sul 2004 File Name Runco Gennum ncd Created 09 Mar 2007 14 45 06 Device XC3SL00EVOL00 Input Selection Commands SSRC M Selects the Composite video input Composite SSRC T Selects the S Video input S Video SORE 2 Selects the Component RCA HD1 input Component RCA SOBRE 3 Selects the Component BNC HD2 input Component BNC SSRC 4 Selects the Component PC HD3 input Component PC SSRC S Selects the RGB RCA HD1 input RGB RCA SSRC 6 Selects the RGB BNC HD2 input RGB BNC SSRC 7 Selects the RGB PC HDS input RGB PC SSRC 8 Selects the HDMI 1 input HDMI 1 SSRC 9 Selects the HDMI 2 input HDMI 2 Aspect Ratio Commands SAR 0 Selects the 16 9 aspect ratio 16 9 SAR 1 Selects the 4 3 aspect ratio AS SAR
82. t results do not run your DVD player in progressive mode PON Tip Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 17 Controls and Functions 2 5 VX 33d Remote Control Figure 2 5 shows the VX 33d remote control and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality W S VID HDMI1 HDMI2 sv oq O TE MEMORY ISF ISF SA NIGHT R 6 ASD eyi C 9 FOCUS ZOOM LENS RUNCO Figure 2 5 VX 33d Remote Control 12 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Controls and Functions 1 LIGHT Press to illuminate the buttons 2 ON OFF Use these buttons to turn the projector on or off 3 Source Selection Buttons VID Press to select Composite video input as the source S VID S Video Press to select the S Video input as the source HDMI 1 I HDMI 2 Il Press to select an HDMI input HD 11 HD2 HD3 Press to select the HD 1 RCA HD 2 BNC or HD 8 PC video input as the source 4 INFO Press to display input signal and product information Cursor Keys A 4 V gt Use these buttons to select items or settings adjust settings or switch display patterns EXIT Press to save menu item setting s exit the current menu and return to the previous one ENTER Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting This button functions similarly to the SELECT button on the projector rear panel Figure 2 2 or DHD Controller front panel Figure 2 3 MENU
83. to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here please contact Runco Technical Support Table 5 1 Troubleshooting Chart Symptom The projector does not turn on after initial installation The power LED on the front of the DHD Controller lights red after you press the power button The projector and DHD Con troller are both on but there is no video image on screen A projected image from a DVD is split or otherwise scrambled Image is too bright and or lacks definition in the bright areas of the image Image appears washed out and or dark areas appear too bright Colors in the image are swapped for example reds appear blue or vice versa Image geometry is incorrect The projector will not turn back on after it was powered down or the image disap pears during operation Possible Cause s The DHD Controller is connected to the VX 38d incorrectly or not at all The VX 33d is not plugged in or the AC outlet is not active Incorrect source selection Source component is not turned on DVD player is set to progressive scan mode Contrast is set too high Brightness is set too high The Red Pr Green Y or Blue Pb outputs from the source are connected to the wrong inputs on the DHD Controller Incorrect aspect ratio selection The projector will not turn on for two minutes after power down to protect the lamp The lamp has failed Solution e V
84. turation level until the outermost gray and blue color bars appear to be a single shade of blue Tall color bars lt lt lt Short color bars 4 Tint Color Tint Tint or hue is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image When tint is decreased the image appears redder when it is increased the image appears greener To set the tint select Tint and press ENTER or SELECT While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter adjust the tint level until the cyan and magenta color bars on either side of the green bar appear to be a single shade of blue 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 54 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual 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 or SELECT 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 patterns at the top and bottom Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate them IA T i Figure 4 5 Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Use the controls in the Input Position Menu t
85. urements are made to ANSI NAPM IT7 228 1997 specifications using the Photo Research PR 650 SpectraColorimeter and Minolta LS 100 Luminance Meter Video Essentials test DVD and a 1 3 gain 72 inch wide screen The projector is calibrated to a color temperature of 6 500K and has a minimum of 150 hours of usage The foot Lambert fL is the unit of measurement used in commercial movie theaters to express image brightness at the screen surface The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers SMPTE specifies 16 fL as the target image brightness for film based projectors using an open gate without film in the projector More importantly today SMPTE specifies 12 fL as the target image brightness in Digital Cinema theaters The foot Lambert measurement is dependent on screen size screen gain and projector light output Home Theater Calibration Specifications Light Output 3480 ANSI Lumens Contrast Ratio 138 1 These specifications are obtained by calibrating the projector as described above for CSMS measurements Industry Standard Specifications Light Output 7125 ANSI Lumens Contrast Ratio 2000 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
86. when the projector is used in professional commercial and industrial displays 100 to 240 VAC auto sensing 50 60 Hz 530 Watts 1808 9 BTUs hour 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C 0 to 90 humidity non condensing See Figure 7 1 99 21 Ibs 45 00 kg Complies with FCC Class B CE C Tick GOST TUV GS cTUV US Projector Two 2 years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user Lamp 1000 hours or six 6 months whichever comes first Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 Runco VX 33d Installation Operation Manual Specifications Table 7 2 lists the DHD Controller specifications 7 2 Table 7 2 DHD Controller Specifications Aspect Ratios Video Standards Output Resolution Inputs Output Control Options RS 232 Communication Parameters Trigger Outputs Bandwidth Power Requirements Operating Environment Dimensions Weight Regulatory Approvals Limited Warranty DHD Controller Specifications 4 3 Letterbox 16 9 VirtualWide Cinema Virtual Cinema NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL B G H I M N SECAM 1080p 1 Composite 1 S Video 1 HD Video R Pr G Y B Pb H V RCA connectors 1 HD Video Computer R Pr G Y B Pb H V BNCs 1 HD Video Computer R Pr G Y B Pb H V 15 pin D Sub connector 2 HDMI with HDCP DVI DL Dual Link with HDCP Discrete infrared remote Serial commands via RS 232 interface
87. y not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area Over scan effectively trims away these inactive outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to fill the display area Select from 1 to 10 of Overscan as desired For HDTV DVDs and other video sources Overscan is generally not necessary or desirable Phase Adjust the phase if the image from an RGB or Component source shows shimmer or noise Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a VCR For best results use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of black and white pixels or a similar half on half off graphic image You may find that you can stabilize the image at more than one point Use either setting in this case For each input the VX 33d 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 Custom 1 or THX memory location The currently selected preset is indicated by a X to its left in the example shown here ISF Night is selected You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset otherwise they will be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected e Brightness

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