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1. Composite Gain S Video 1 Offset S Video 2 ISF Night Display Color Gamma Component SD lris Input Source HD RGB 1 Color Temp HD RGB 2 Brightness HDMI 1 Contrast HDMI 2 ISF Night Input Image Color Anamorphic Tint Standard 4 3 Sharpness Letterbox Gain Aspect Ratio VirtualWide Offset Cinema ISF Night Input Color Chroma Delay Virtualwide 2 35 Phase Brightness Noise Filter Contrast Note Virtualwide 2 35 is available Gain Picture Color only on the VX 6000d CineWide Offset and only on the analog inputs HD RGB T Component ISF Day Display Color a Composite and S Video Left Right Color Temp Up Down P Brightness Input Position wian Calibration Contrast Height ISF Day Input Image Color Overscan Tint Recall ISF Night Sharpness Recall ISF Day Gain ISF Presets Recall Save Custom 1 Offset Recall Save Custom 2 ISF Day Input Color Chroma Delay Reset Custom 1 amp 2 to Factory Default Phase Serial Number Noise Filter Information Hardware Save ISF Settings Back Confirm read only Firmware Left Right Date Up Down Output Shift Width Height Save Grey Bars 1 Owner Name Grey Bars 2 i C ae Bars 1 Splash Configure Color Bars 2 Runco I
2. Top View Side View tS A h N mi PSS 26 304 27 804 conononnoononnonn i rgeneonmnest Poe ooon VA Ss 8 Ss Bottom View 24 069 15 591 2x Front View 11 341 2x 3 j 7 091 2x 8 185 8 935 esate E E 0 k A A A A Front Jewelry l es a opening dia 1 015 os amp S g 6 475 pee SF 3 S Figure 7 1 VX 6000d Dimensions 88 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual SERIAL NUMBER RUMA 009335 rev 10 20 06 v1 0 Runco International e 2900 Faber Street e Union City CA 94587 Ph 510 324 7777 800 23RUNCO Fax 510 324 9300 WWW FUNCO COM
3. CUSTOM1 NA YES Loads Custom 1 image preset CUSTOM2 NA YES Loads Custom 2 image preset DAY NA YES Loads ISF Day image preset NIGHT NA YES Loads ISF Night image preset PRESET NA NA Returns currently selected preset ISF Day ISF Night Custom 1 or Custom 2 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 61 Serial Communications Serial Communications Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Command Parameter min max Value Stored Description Input Position Commands not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs IHEIGHT 100 100 YEO Sets the value for input height IHEIGHT NA NA Returns input height value IHPOS 100 100 YES Sets a value for horizontal input position IHPOS NA NA Returns input horizontal position value IVPOS 100 100 YES Sets a value for vertical input position IVPOS NA NA Returns input vertical position value IWIDTH 100 100 YES Sets the value for inout width IWIDTH NA NA Returns input horizontal width value OVERSCAN 0 10 YES Sets the overscan percentage OVERSCAN NA NA Returns overscan percentage Output Shift Commands not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs OHEIGHT 100 100 YES Sets the value for output height OHEIGHT NA NA Returns output height value OHPOS 100 100 YES Sets the value for output horizontal position OHPOS NA NA Returns output horizontal position value
4. Figure 3 7 VX 6000d With Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 29 Installation lt Install Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets CineWide with AutoScope Installation 3 5 Mounting the VX 6000d Floor Mounting Upright Ceiling Mounting gt Inverted Adjusting the Projection Angle 3 6 Connections to the VX 6000d and DHD Controller Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX 6000d There are several methods for mounting the projector Depending on your chosen installation one method may be more suitable than another 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 For fixed installations and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited space for projector and audience you can invert the VX 6000d and suspend it from the ceiling using a specially designed ceiling mount fixture projector Install the mount kit according to the instructions provided with it Not Use only the Runco approved ceiling mount kit designed for your ote The projector can also be inverted and placed in an enclosure above and behind the viewing area Install four feet on th
5. Symptom Image geometry is incorrect The projected image is trapezoidal in shape The projector will not turn back on after it was powered down or the image disappears during operation Possible Cause s Incorrect aspect ratio selection The projector is not perpendicular to the screen The projector will not turn on for two minutes after oower down to protect the lamp The lamp has failed or reached its usage limit of 2000 hours Solution Select the aspect ratio that best matches the source image and screen size refer to Table 4 1 Adjust the projection angle or apply keystone correction refer to Display Device on page 62 Wait two minutes until the LED at the front of the DHD Controller turns red Replace the lamp Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes 78 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 6 Serial Communications To interface the DHD Controller with a home theater automation control system or a PC running terminal emulation software connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3 13 Configure the RS 232 controller or 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 the DHD Controller RS 232 port Serial commands to the DHD Controller take the following form e Commands are not cas
6. DMD 1920 x 1080 16 9 Refer to Table 7 2 Refer to Table 7 2 480p 720p 1080i 1080p Horizontal 15 81 kHz Vertical 43 100 Hz Recommended Width 72 96 in Maximum Width 200 in Refer to Table 3 3 Refer to Table 3 4 220 Watts 2000 hours 1 HDMI with HDCP 1 RS 232 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 85 Specifications Table 7 1 VX 6000d Specifications continued Brightness and Contrast Cinema Standards Measurement System CSMS variable depending on Specifications RVR calibration Brightness 17 2 to 29 7 foot Lamberts fL Contrast Ratio 232 1 to 255 1 These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled home theater environment All measurements 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
7. DVD Laptop et cetera Composite S Video and Component Restore SD input names can be up to 12 characters long the others can be up to eight characters Composite long S Video 1 S Video 1 To edit an input name select Inout Names from the Service menu Press A or W to select S Video 2 S Video 2 an input and press ENTER Use the A or W buttons to change a character press lt q or Component SD Component SD to select a character to change When you have finished editing the input name press MENU HD RGB 1 HD RGB 1 HD RGB 2 HD RGB 2 To restore the default input name press W repeatedly to highlight that input name in the HDMI 1 HDMI 1 Restore column Then press ENTER HDMI 2 HDMI 2 To save input names so that they can be restored after a System Reset described on Save page 64 press W repeatedly to highlight Save Then press ENTER The W button takes you from top to bottom in the left column then A Note from top to bottom in the right column To highlight Save scroll through both columns Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 61 Operation Remote Control The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary infrared IR codes to which the VX 6000d will respond By default both are set to 17 You can change these codes if either e Another device in the theater a DVD player for example is responding to commands from the standard DHD remote control Figure 2 5 in ways t
8. MENU Press MENU to display or hide the OSD menus for digital 1080 or 1080p sources not used not used STBY Press STBY to put the projector into standby mode POWER Press POWER to turn the projector on or off Only trained service personnel should use the built in A Note keypad Almost all projector configuration and operational tasks can be performed using the DHD Controller It is only necessary to use the built in keypad if IR signals from the remote control cannot reach the DHD Controller or for performing service related tasks such as resetting the lamp hour counter refer to Lamp Replacement on page 73 18 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 3 Installation To install batteries in the remote control 1 Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control Insert the batteries included with the remote control Ensure that the polarities correctly match the and markings inside the battery compartment Replace the battery cover With the touch screen remote After a few seconds the remote starts up automatically and an Introduction screen appears 3 1 Remote Control lt _ Battery Installation Touch Screen Remote Standard DHD Remote The remote control beeps twice to indicate that it has started up successfully 7 Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of A Note batteries 2 If you will not use the remote control f
9. 30 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Connect the HDMI and RS 232 outputs of the DHD Controller to the corresponding inputs of the VX 6000d see Figure 3 8 O oa ee000 eeare LL HDI II IN g URUNCO IR AC INPUT HDMI OUT RS 232 OUT Figure 3 8 Connecting the VX 6000d to the DHD Controller Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 31 Installation Installation Connecting Source y Connect your video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the Components to the DHD sections that follow Controller l HDMI Connections See Figure 3 9 Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible This ensures the highest A Tip video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path from source component output into the projector INPUTS TRIGGERS l Component Video Video S Video 2 HDMI Source HD DVD BD DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out Figure 3 9 HDMI Source Connections 82 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections See Figure 3 10 INPUTS TRIGGERS TEE Red Pr Green Y B
10. 1080i Analog and Lower Resolution SOUrCeS s sssssrserrerrrrerrrrrrerrerrerrrrrrerrerrrerern 50 4 2 Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ccccccccseseseseceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeseeeeees 54 4 3 Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast esnsresrnsrerrerrsrrererrrrrrrrrrerrerrrrren 55 4 4 Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and TInt ccccccseccseeeeeeee ees 55 4 5 Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting SharpnesSS s esnesnsresrrsrerrerrsrrrrerrrrrsrrrrerrerrrrrene Of 4 6 OSD Menu Structure for VX 6000d 1080 Digital or 1080p Sources cceeeeeeeee ees 65 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual xi List of Figures 4 7 VX 6000d Main Menu 1080 Digital or 1080p Sources ONIY ccceeeceeeeeeeeeee sean eeenes 66 5 1 VX 6000d Lens Assembly Exploded View cccccccecceccecceeccueceesescaesaessueseeseesaesaeesaees 74 Ele VAGO DIMENSIONS erana tirana tcnaed paula awe E N waerad eat iane ls 88 xii Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 1 Introduction This Owner s Manual describes how to install set uo and operate the Runco Video Extreme VX 6000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller Throughout this manual the Runco VX 6000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller are referred to collectively as the X 6000d Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the VX 6000d Runco has ma
11. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use these buttons to select an aspect ratio directly as follows ANAMORPHIC For viewing 16 9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 4 x 3 Standard 4 3 Scales the input signal to fit 4 3 display mode in the center of the screen LETTERBOX For viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 16 9 screen 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 MENU Press this button to access the OSD controls or to exit the current menu and return to the previous one 16 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 16 ENTER Cursor Buttons A 4 V gt Use these buttons to select items or settings adjust settings or switch display patterns When no menus are present on screen the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through the available aspect ratios in this order UP Button Anamorphic Standard 4 3 Letterbox VirtualWide Cinema Virtualwide 2 35 DOWN Buiton Virtualwide 2 35 Cinema VirtualWide Letterbox Standard 4 3 Anamorphic Virtualwide 2 35 is available only on the VX 6000d CineWide and A Note only on the analog inputs HD RGB SD Component Composite and S Video For more information about aspect ratios refer to Table 4 1 Likewise the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs in this order LEFT Button
12. HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HD RGB 2 HD RGB 1 Component SD S Video 2 S Video 1 Composite RIGHT Button Composite S Video 1 S Video 2 Component SD HD RGB 1 HD RGB 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Press ENTER to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting The direct select function of the UP DOWN LEFT and RIGHT A Note buttons is available only on the analog inouts HD RGB SD Component Composite and S Video 17 FOCUS FOCUS Press and hold either of these buttons to focus the projected image 18 ZOOM ZOOM Press and hold the ZOOM button to enlarge the image Press and hold the ZOOM button to zoom out To use the motorized lens controls first rotate the Runco logo plate A Note one quarter turn 90 degrees to uncover the lens control IR receiver see Figure 2 1 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 17 Controls and Functions 2 6 The VX 6000d has a built in keypad that you can use to access the menu system for VX 6000d Built In working with digital 1080i or 1080p sources Figure 2 7 shows the VX 6000d built in Keypad keypad the paragraphs that follow describe its use RETURN ENTER MENU STBY POWER Se Me ie Me Re Lg 9 Figure 2 7 VX 6000d Built In Keypad 1 RETURN Press RETURN to exit the current menu or cancel an operation ENTER Press ENTER to confirm a menu item selection DOWN UP LEFT RIGHT Use these buttons to select menu items or adjust settings
13. OVPOS 100 100 YES Sets the value for output vertical position OVPOS NA NA Returns output vertical position value OWIDTH 100 100 YES Sets the value for output width OWIDTH NA NA Returns output horizontal width value 82 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Serial Communications Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Command Parameter Value Description min max Stored p Miscellaneous Commands BKGND 100 100 YEO Sets the background color for 4 3 aspect ratio 100 black 100 white BKGND NA NA Returns background setting value DATE NA NA Returns projector manufacture date HDINPUTRES NA YES Sets YPbPr input resolution and refresh rate for HD1 HD2 as follows O 480i 1 480p 2 57 6i 3 5760 4 720p 60 Hz 5 1080i 60 Hz 6 720p 50 Hz t 1080725 Hz Any other value Auto HWVER NA NA Returns hardware version number INRES NA NA Returns input resolution LENS1 NA NA Returns Lens 1 configuration LENS2 NA NA Returns Lens 2 configuration OUTRES 0 5 YES Sets output resolution as follows O 480i 1 576i 2 480p 320 00 4 720p 5 1080i OUTRES NA NA Returns output resolution RGBNN NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with negative horizontal and vertical sync RGBPP NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with positive horizontal and vertical sync RGBS NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with composite sync STATUS NA NA Returns curr
14. Throw Range in inches with 126 9x54 inch 2 35 1 Screen Minimum Maximum Telesto B 1 39 1 66 133 44 159 36 Not Applicable Note 2 Telesto C 1 70 2 27 163 20 217 92 1 60 1 74 203 04 220 81 Telesto D 2 40 4 10 230 40 393 60 1 81 3 18 229 69 403 54 Telesto E 4 20 6 65 403 20 638 40 3 16 5 00 401 00 634 50 Notes 1 Throw distance does not affect image quality provided these ranges are taken into account 2 Only the Telesto C D and E lenses can be used with the optional CineWide secondary anamorphic lens Doing so affects the throw distances as shown here Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 23 lt Throw Distance Installation Installation Vertical and Horizontal Position Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular perfectly centered image that completely fills the screen Ideally the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way that the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other as shown in Figure 3 3 Ceiling Installation 7 Ceiling Height Lens Center X _ _ _ Screen Lens Center Floor Installation Height Screen Lens Center Lens Center X Projection Distance Floor Figure 3 3 Projector Placement If it is not possible to
15. o DE 3 Height Y Adjustment Roq T Screw 2x l of ir and Washer 2x ma j I R Pitch Adjustment I x T Screw 2x s and Washer 2x Yaw X Adjustment Levers 2x and 5 Anamorphic Lens Washers 2x 7 Holder 6 1 4 20 Hex Bolts 2x 7 AutoScope Carriage Plate Figure 3 18 VX 6000d Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly Exploded View 1 Remove the two Yaw X Adjustment Levers and 1 4 20 Fiber Washers item 8 from the bottom of the Anamorphic Lens Holder item 5 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 carriage plate or base plate 3 Secure the Anamorphic Lens Holder to the plate using the Hex Bolts item 6 Yaw X Adjustment Levers and Washers that you removed in Step 1 42 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Installation 4 Use the Lens Rotation Set Screws to attach the Lens Adapter Ring item 1 to the Pitch Adjustment Yoke item 2 see Figure 3 19 Use the curved oval shaped holes on the Pitch Adjustment Yoke 5 Use the Height Y Adjustment T Screws item 3 Pitch Adjustment T Screws item 4 and Washers to attach the Pitch Adjustment Yoke and Lens Adapter Ring to the Anamorphic Lens Holder The Yoke should be as close to the primary len
16. right arrow buttons to manipulate the on screen slidebars Iris Select Iris from the Display Color Menu to increase or decrease the Reflectance Volume Regulation setting RVR lets you control the aperture or iris size the physical opening through the lens similar to an f stop on a camera Doing so allows you to optimize brightness and contrast according to the amount of ambient light in the viewing area Use the lower setting 1 for rooms with lots of ambient light Use the higher setting 2 for more theater like viewing conditions little or no ambient light 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 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 59 Operation lt Calibration ISF Night Input Image Input Color ISF Day Display Color Input Image Input Color Save ISF Settings Output Shift Splash Configure OSD Position Operation ISF Night Input Color The Inout Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color menu see above b
17. 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 64 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 so the change is visible no matter which input is selected You can set these controls independently for each aspect ratio To save the Output Shift settings for the current aspect ratio so that they can be restored after a System Reset described on page 64 press W repeatedly to highlight Save Then press ENTER Splash Configure Use the Splash Configure menu to customize the appearance of the start up message that appears on the vacuum fluorescent display upon power up e Owner Name ISF Calibrated ISF Other You can have the VX 6000d display the owner s name your name the phrase ISF Calibrated and or any other string up to 20 characters in length Use the up or down cursor button to select a character Use the right and left cursor buttons to change the cursor position Press MENU when you have finished entering text Then check the Splash Enable box to have the VX 6000d display the information you enter here when it is turned on 60 Runco VX
18. 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Operation e Runco ISF Logo Splash Screen Timers When you turn on the VX 6000d it projects a welcome screen with the Runco logo followed by one with the ISF logo Select Splash Timer from the Splash Configure menu to set the amount of time that these two images appear The range is from 2 to 60 seconds in one second increments Use the up or down cursor button to select a timer value to adjust Use the right or left cursor button to change the timer value Press MENU when you have finished configuring both timers OSD Position Select OSD Position press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change the size and position of the OSD controls Use the Service menu to access advanced projector configuration settings This menu lt Service should be used by ISF certified technicians only You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu 7 A Note Input Names Remote Control Analog Out Mode Test Video Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns Display Device on the VX 6000d Four patterns are available consisting of white gray or colored bars HD Format Press MENU to exit test pattern mode Triggers Miscellaneous Resolution System Reset Restore Saved Settings Input Names You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name For example you may want to change the default inout name to the type of source component connected to it VCR
19. Brightness Color Tin 30 29 28 O 28 29 30 Picture Adjust Sharpness Color Tem 5500 6500 7500 8500 p 9300 or 10500 Standard Black Enhance White Balance White Enhance ISF Day ISF Night or Custom ne High Brightness Theater or RVR Iris CRT Emulation Lamp Power 220W Hi or 180W Low Hue Saturation Intensity Default Red ICC Yellow Green Cyan Picture Adjust ie agenta Advanced Default Brilliant Color On Off SD Advanced Mode N A Film Mode Video NR MNR Off 1 2 o0r3 Sharpness Enhancement i Automatic Contrast Default Yes or No White Balance Standard Black Enhance Mem Select White Enhance ISF Day ISF Night or Custom Red Gamma Green Gamma Blue Gamma Red Gain Green Gain 30 29 28 O 28 29 30 Blue Gain Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset Default Yes No Operation Frequency Phase H Shift V Shift we HD RGB Adj Default Special Mode Signal Info Format 480i 1080p H V read only Frequency Auto Setup N A Image Shift Subtitle we See armen ae Default Yes or No aust White Level N A Adjust Black Level LED On or Off Lamp Hours read only re par ango OSD On or Off Options Signal Type P or Color Space Auto ITU601 or ITU709 HDMI Black Level Auto O IRE or 7 IRE Background Runco Logo Blue or Bla
20. ENTER to confirm 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 action ts not undoable Proceed with caution Before you A Caution perform a System Reset save ALL settings including Custom ISF Presets oage 58 ISF Day Night presets page 60 Output Shift settings page 60 Inout Names page 61 and Trigger settings page 63 Restore Saved Settings Following a System Reset select Restore Saved Settings to apply all previously saved settings to the projector and DHD Controller After you have finished calibrating the projector to optimize the display of 1080 analog and lower resolution sources do likewise for 1080i digital and 1080p sources connected to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs on the DHD Controller When the projector receives a 1080 digital and 1080p signal it displays the menus shown in Figure 4 6 64 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Picture Memory Standard Black Enhance White Enhance ISF Day ISF Night or Custom Contrast i 90 89 O 89 90
21. align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3 3 you can use the lens shift controls to center the image on the screen Lens shift is generally expressed as a percentage of the screen height or width as shown in Figure 3 4 and Figure 3 5 Screen Center 4 09 50 Height Lens Shift 0 5 x H Base plate N N a S to lens center l N amp S 2 100 Height approx 5 6 depending s S Lens Shift on the amount of lens shift a 1 0 xH sS sS N S 150 Height N s Lens Shift NS 1 5 x H N N N N Note This is a general example of lens shift Lenses vary in their shift capabilities No particular lens or projector is used in this example Figure 3 4 Vertical Lens Shift Example Only 24 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Installation 150 Width Lens Shift 1 5 x W 100 Width Lens Shift 1 0 x W 50 Width Lens Shift Screen Center Note This is a general example of lens shift Lenses vary in their shift capabilities No particular lens or projector is used in this example Figure 3 5 Horizontal Lens Shift Example Only Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 29 Installation Table 3 4 lists the lens shift limits for each available VX 6000d lens as percentages and absolute measurements with a 100 x 56 inch 1 78 1 screen Table 3 4 Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Lens Option Telesto B Telesto C Telesto D Telesto
22. ambient light in the viewing area Select High Brightness or Theater for rooms with lots of ambient light Select CRT Emulation for more theater like viewing conditions little or no ambient light Lamp Power Select Lamp Power from the Picture Adjust menu to adjust the lamp output level You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible 220W this is the default setting or you can choose the lower setting 180W Generally lower lamp output can prolong the life of the lamp but decreases brightness To access advanced picture quality settings select Advanced from the Picture Adjust menu This sub menu presents the following options ICC Select ICC from the Advanced Picture Adjust menu to customize the displayed color space The adjustments you make here are stored in the currently selected Picture Memory preset For each of the six primary colors red yellow green cyan blue and magenta you can adjust the following e Hue These slidebars adjust the red green color hue for true color reproduction of video signals For best results adjust the hue while displaying an external color bar test pattern Figure 4 4 Changing the hue of a primary color affects the gamut range of possible colors For example changing the value for red moves the color closer to either yellow or magenta which in turn affects all displayed colors having a red component 68 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Table 4 3
23. from the DHD Controller the VX 6000d displays your selection on screen To prevent the display of these items select OSD from the Options menu and set it to Off Signal Type Select Signal Type from the Options menu to specify the incoming signal type encoding method e Choose Auto to have the VX 6000d automatically detect the signal type e Choose RGB 1 for RGB encoded video signals e Choose YCrCb4 4 4 2 for uncompressed component video This encoding method uses a luminance signal Y to represent brightness and difference signals Cb and Cr to represent colors e Choose YCrCb4 2 2 8 for compressed component video similar to YCrCb4 4 4 In most situations selecting Auto produces the most accurate colors If it does not try the other choices and select the one that does Color Space Color Space determines how the color components of an analog input signal are decoded for accurate color in the display Select Color Space from the Options menu to specify the color space to use In most situations selecting Auto produces the most accurate colors If it does not try the other choices and select the one that does HDMI Black Level This control compensates for incoming elevated black levels present in certain video signals When you set it to Auto the VX 6000d automatically determines the best setting according to the incoming video signal type For some types of video you may want to override the settin
24. indicated by a XI 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 Aspect ratio e Picture quality settings brightness contrast color saturation tint and sharpness e nput position image position width height and overscan percentage To reset the Custom 1 and Custom 2 image presets to their factory defaults select Factory Default and press ENTER Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your projector its serial number the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware version build date Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support this information will helo them answer your questions or resolve product performance Issues 58 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments This menu should be used by ISF certified technicians only A Note You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings select ISF Night or ISF Day from the ISF Presets menu see above ISF Night Display Color Use the Display Color settings to change the characteristics of the output signal These settings are global independent of any particular input Gain Use the Gain controls to cor
25. power switch at the rear of the DHD Controller 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 14 4 Press the ON button on the remote control or the POWER D 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 the fluorescent display indicates the active source signal format NTSC or PAL input resolution and aspect ratio for example Input Current Source Format Resolution d Component SD NTSC 10801 Anamorphic vx2k 6k Aspect Ratio Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 39 Installation lt Connecting to AC Power 3 7 Turning on the Power Installation 3 8 Adjusting the Picture Orientation 3 9 Primary Lens Adjustments Focus gt Zoom gt By default the VX 6000d is configured for a floor front installation in which the projector is installed upright and in front of the screen If it is installed behind the screen and or mounted on a ceiling you must change the picture orientation To do this 1 Select an input OTHER THAN HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 on the DHD Controller Press MENU on menu page 4 and enter the Service Menu passcode Select Service from the Main Menu Select Di
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27. AEA 19 Pre Ole CONTO eara a 19 Bane INSU ON a aaa a a a S 19 Notes on Remote Control Operation s esssrssresrerrsrerrerrerrrrrsrrrrerrrrrsrrrrerrerrrrrne 19 EK SLI e a T r E E ee are ee 21 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual vii Table of Contents Mstalation Considerations seniii meee en Caen arene nn ei en en ee eee 22 VST EOI WDE ile ere eat Seat Se ner tag ysactes chaste gai ieb aetna E 22 PAMIOIGME LIQ actuicsarestoind sien e i aia Aaaa 22 FAOW DI STAINC tists hice ia ceek ates dn Daca ttt hahaa oie rN 23 Vertical and Horizontal POSIMNOMsscAdeadantth used tumsedal adsseshotesainnmmase seus eau 24 Verticaland Hornzontal Lens OMIM ereas wau ees unions saan harkens weaneaaeens 24 FOLCO 0 k Gs erenetc trae ert eet a ert a ee nen ne anne re Neer Renee ne ene eee er rere 27 Oher COMSIGCIAIIONS isena AE A a EA 27 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount essessessssrnernerrerresrrerrerrerrrrrrerrerrerresrene 27 Remove Projector Front Feet CineWide with AUtOSCOPDE ccccceseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 27 Install Anamorphic Lens Motor CineWide with AutoScope or Base RASA CNENOE anaa AN ONAN 27 Install Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets CineWide with AutoScope seee 29 MOnt The VX2OOOOG rsss visas nce eentaansachintdnebncessaucndisneactnarietamed nate seats 30 FICC MOURTING UPAO serea e a T AN 30 Celing Mo mting IVECO seresa a n a E E Gs hat ected 30 Adjusting the Projection Angle s ssssssssssnsrs
28. AL235 NA YES Selects the Virtualwide 2 35 aspect ratio available only on the VX 6000d CineWide and only on the analog inputs OUT169 NA YES Sets the output screen to 1 78 1 16 9 OQUT235 NA YES Sets the output screen to 2 35 1 80 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Command Parameter min max Value Stored Description Picture Adjust Commands not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs BRIGHTNESS 100 100 YES Sets a value for brightness BRIGHTNESS NA NA Returns brightness setting value CHROMADELAY 12 12 YES Sets a value for input color chroma delay CHROMADELAY NA NA Returns input color chroma delay setting COLOR 100 100 YES Sets a value for color COLOR NA NA Returns color setting value CONTRAST 100 100 YES Sets a value for contrast CONTRAST NA NA Returns contrast setting value FILMMODE 0 1 YES Sets Film Mode off 0 or on 1 FILMMODE NA NA Returns Film Mode setting O off 1 on FILTER 0 15 YES Sets a value for inout color noise filter FILTER NA NA Returns input color noise filter setting PHASE 0 3 YES Adjusts phase PHASE NA NA Returns phase setting value SHARPNESS 6 6 YES Sets a value for sharpness SHARPNESS NA NA Returns sharpness setting value TINT 100 100 YES Sets a value for tint TINT NA NA Returns tint setting value Image Preset Commands not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs
29. ATION Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Runco video product will be performed at the location of the product during usual working hours providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Runco Authorized Service Center In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Runco factory for repairs If solely in Runco s judgment location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Runco Authorized Service Center or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Runco factory it is the owner s responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair These arrangements must be made through the selling Runco Dealer If this is not possible contact Runco directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions Runco will return product transportation prepaid in the United States unless no product defect is discovered In that instance shipping costs will be the responsibility of the owner COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS Copyright 2006 Runco International This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright trademark and other i
30. Adjust Advanced BrilliantColor SD Advanced Mode Video NR Sharpness Enhancement Automatic Contrast Default ICC Saturation ICC Intensity Default Red 0 Yelow E Green E Cyn EJ Blue o Magenta E Default HAHAH Contrast Refer to Contrast on page 55 Brightness Refer to Brightness on page 54 Color Refer to Color Saturation on page 55 Tint Refer to Tint on page 56 Sharpness Refer to Sharpness on page 57 Color Temp To adjust the color temperature select Color Temp from the Picture Adjust menu Color temperature defines the color of gray Press q or gt to select 5500 6500 7500 8500 9300 or 10500 In most cases 6500 or 7500 will produce the most realistic colors Higher settings produce a bluer picture lower ones cause the image to appear more red White Balance Select White Balance from the Picture Adjust menu to choose a white balance preset or gamma curve to store in the currently selected picture memory For more information on white balance presets refer to White Balance on page 70 RVR Iris Select RVR Iris from the Picture Adjust menu to increase or decrease the Reflectance Volume Regulation setting RVR lets you control the aperture or iris size the physical opening through the lens similar to an f stop on a camera Doing so allows you to optimize brightness and contrast according to the amount of
31. DHD Controller Specifications Aspect Ratios Video Standards Output Resolution Inputs Outputs 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 Anamorphic VirtualWide Cinema VirtualWide 2 35 NTSC PAL 7200 1 Composite 2 S Video 1 Component 2 HD R Pr G Y B Pb H V 2 DVI with HDCP 1 HD RGBHV 1 DVI I with HDCP Discrete infrared remote Serial commands via RS 232 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 40 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 CE C Tick Two 2 years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user Specifications are subject to change without notice Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 87 Specifications 1 3 Figure 7 1 shows the VX 6000d dimensions all dimensions are in inches VX 6000d Dimensions
32. E Lens Shift Limits as Percentages of Screen Height or Width Notes 1 2 and 3 other Vertical Up 60 61 63 38 Notes 2 and 3 Down 67 75 60 67 Horizontal Left 20 25 22 38 Note 2 Right 20 25 22 38 Lens Shift Limits in Inches with a 100 by 56 inch 1 78 1 Screen Up 33 60 34 16 35 28 21 28 Vertical Down 3 52 42 00 33 60 37 52 Left 20 00 25 00 22 00 38 00 Horizontal Right 20 00 25 00 22 00 38 00 Notes 1 With no vertical or horizontal lens shift the lens center and screen center are aligned with each 2 Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height Horizontal shift limits are percentages of the screen width 3 Vertical lens shift figures are for ceiling mount configurations For floor installations where the projector is upright reverse the up down vertical lens shift percentages 26 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 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 6 The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set If you are considering this type of installation contact your dealer for assistance Screen Mirror Figure 3 6 Folded Optics Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation e Keep the ambient temperature constant
33. GO Make sure to route the wire harness in its original position and away from the moving lens stages and Motor Assembly to prevent unexpected disconnection or lens damage Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 75 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 3 Troubleshooting Tips Table 5 1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the VX 6000d If you encounter an issue not described here or in Section 3 refer to Installation Considerations on page 22 or if the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support Table 5 1 Troubleshooting Chart 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 Controller are both on but there Is no picture and on screen menus do not appear The projector and DHD Controller are both on and menus appear on screen but there is no picture 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 on one or more sources Possible Cause s The VX 6000d is not plugg
34. Lambert measurement is dependent on screen size screen gain and projector light output Home Theater Calibration Specifications Light Output 462 to 796 ANSI Lumens Contrast Ratio 232 1 to 255 1 These specifications are obtained by calibrating the projector as described above for CSMS measurements Industry Standard Specifications Light Output 1700 ANSI Lumens Contrast Ratio 4400 1 to 5000 1 These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications found in most companies sales literature Runco includes these measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other manufacturers projectors These measurements are typically taken at 9 000K to 13 000K to get expected performance data when the projector is used in professional commercial and industrial displays Power Requirements 100 to 240 VAC auto sensing 50 60 Hz 380 Watts Operating Environment 40 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C 0 to 90 humidity non condensing Dimensions see Figure 7 1 Weight without lens 73 lbs 83 11 kg Regulatory Approvals Complies with FCC CE C Tick Limited Warranty 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 86 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Specifications Table 7 2 lists the DHD Controller specifications 1 2 Table 7 2
35. ODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY MOREOVER DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED RUNCO DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR RUNCO PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY RUNCO AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL RIGHTS LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS Runco limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period There are no express warranties Runco also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the failure of this product to function properly Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages So the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from State to state Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual iii EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user For your convenience keep the original bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date IMPORTANT WARRANTY REGISTR
36. OWNER S OPERATING MANUAL WiIDEO 4A TREME VX 6000d THX 1080p Digital Light Processing Projector and Digital High Definition DHD Controller RUNCO THE WorLD s FINEST Home THEATER PRODUCTS TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For Projectors Video Processors and Controllers Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family We believe Runco produces The World s Finest Home Theater Products With proper installation setup and care you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act Please read it carefully and retain it with your other important documents WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SERVICE LABOR Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of manufacturing defect for a period of two 2 years from the effective date of delivery to the end user excluding the lamp PARTS not including the lamp Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two 2 years from the effective date of delivery to the end user Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion if any of the original warranty period PROJECTOR LAMP Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center whe
37. S DOOR Open this door to access the rear panel connectors and built in keypad To open the door push on the left side of the lever and rotate it 90 degrees clockwise Then pull the lever toward you and down slightly 6 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions Figure 2 2 shows the VX 6000d rear connector panel 2 2 VX 6000d Rear Panel D A A A A A D A A A A HDMI IN f 12V WIRED RS 232C IR AC INPUT Figure 2 2 VX 6000d Rear Panel iE POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the VX 6000d to power here HDMI INPUT An HDCP compliant digital video input for connecting the HDMI output from the DHD Controller BUILT IN KEYPAD Used to navigate the VX 6000d on screen menus Refer to VX 6000d Built In Keypad on page 18 for more information 12 VOLT 200 mA TRIGGER OUTPUT cylindrical DC power supply type jack Connection for a retractable screen screen masking or other 12 volt trigger activated equipment Outputs 12 volts 200 mA when the projector is turned on WIRED IR 3 5 mm mini phono jack Not used To use an external infrared receiver or wired remote control with this projector connect it to the IR input on the DHD Controller see Figure 2 4 RS 232C INPUT RJ 11 female connector Connect the RS 232 output from the DHD Controller here using the provided communication cable Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 7 Controls and Functio
38. SF Logo Splash Inout Names Rename Restore or Save Screen Timers Remote Control oman OSD Position Oo Secondary Analog Out Mode RGB RGB or RGBS Orientation Overscan Lamp Power Display Device Configure O Low 1 High Fan Mode O Normal 1 High Altitude Service Lamp Hours HD RGB 1 Auto RGB or YUV HD Format HORORE ADC Bandwidth Auto 75 MHz 150 MHz or 300 MHz YPbPr Input Resolution Auto 480i p 576i p 720p or 1080i Triggers 1 2 3 Save Miscellaneous Language English French German or Spanish Menu Mode Timeout Side Bar Color Film Mode SD src only Resolution 800x600 1400x1050 480i 720p 1080 System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4 1 DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for VX 6000d 1080i Analog and Lower Resolution Sources 50 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating 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 the example at right 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 Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size and the type of program
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40. al 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 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 6000d DLP 3 Projector and DHD Controller Installation instructions 19 First time configuration instructions 40 Advanced configuration instructions 59 Troubleshooting tips 76 Product specifications 85 2 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual The Runco Video Extreme VX 6000d follows in the footsteps of its renowned predeces
41. 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 If you are installing a VX 6000d with the optional CineWide or CineWide with AutoScope system proceed as follows to install the anamorphic lens mounting assembly stationary base plate or AutoScope lens motor A Note 1 Do not install the CineWide lens yet only the mounting plate or lens motor You will install the CineWide lens after you install the projector and adjust the primary lens 2 Some of the following steps are necessary only for CineWide with AutoScope installations Skip this step if you are installing a fixed CineWide anamorphic lens Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface Loosen and remove the two front feet on the projector A Note The anamorphic lens mounting kit is partially pre assembled at the factory the AutoScope lens motor and lens mounting assemblies are both fully assembled Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 27 Installation lt Folded Optics lt Other Considerations 3 4 Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount lt Remove Projector Front Feet CineWide wi
42. ble e CinOptx Telesto lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility Parts List Your VX 6000d is shipped with the following items If any items are missing or damaged please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at 800 23 RUNCO e VX 6000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller e Touch Screen Remote Control Unit and three 8 AA size batteries e DHD Controller Remote Control Unit and two 2 AAA size batteries e AC Power Cords 2 e RJ 11 Telephone Cable 50 feet 15 24 meters e 3 16 Hex Wrench for lens adjustments e Rack mount hardware for the DHD Controller e Warranty information and registration card e Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual this document Optional Accessories e CineWide technology fixed secondary anamorphic lens e CineWide with AutoScope system Secondary anamorphic lens and motorized mount e Ceiling mount kit 4 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual IONS 2 Controls and Funct 1 2 Figure 2 1 shows the key VX 6000d components VX 6000d at a Glance Mg Mg MQ Wa nT oon Figure 2 1 VX 6000d Front Top Side Bottom Rear View Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 10 11 12 13 VERTICAL LENS SHIFT Using a 3 16 hex wrench turn this to move the lens up o
43. brate your VX 6000d for optimum picture quality The VX 6000d 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 require separate processing Therefore you need to calibrate each input separately When you change a picture quality setting save the change to a A Note preset afterwards Otherwise the change will be lost when a different input is selected Picture quality settings are saved for each input and resolution separately For information about saving Settings refer to ISF Presets on page 58 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 53 Operation lt Picture Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Operation Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and regular program material Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best results e External test pattern source Ovation Multimedia Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD or equivalent e A blue filter orovided with many test DVDs f
44. cccctesssecccctveccssarecessccnccssccccnarccstsenescevnesceaceneaspeusasecmscaneensay 79 RS 232 Connection and Port Configuration ss ssessserrsresrrsrerrerrrrrrrerrerrsrrererrerrerrene 19 eal COMM MIC MLelX Sn n a S ea nee eaeeeEGns 19 Te SPSCIIGATIONS ssccissiicca essai Getic oaa 85 VA COCOG SPEC MCa an set nth en Getta ah Oe ange aaa 85 PRO GONOFO PECICA eased n A 87 VAC OOOG DIMENSIONS Aari E E ieca labs aetee aioe tas 88 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Ix Table of Contents Notes X Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual List of Figures 2 1 VX 6000d Front Top Side Bottom Rear VIEW cccccccecessseeseeeeeceeeeseeeenseeaetaeeasenseeneneas 5 Zo 2s REO OOO RGA PANO ea asr urn eka ainsi a Sint pled ates se a nda tca tc gale ales Sasa T 250 DA CONOIS EOE PANO erans taken eenmttl salted aa ee oes 8 2 0 DAD COMMON CARP Aine l esiet Anton tt ve deeen ed ceanecestac ensues dings breasted sennere dated esac matehantes 10 2 Oi Dt AVO ACL DHD Remote Control actrees n a te Ue dalek teetsaee a 12 ZO POUCH o Creen em Ole OMUCCl 4c ndesiat A A N 15 2h VK OOOO BUNAKEN duces isiaietir a twas douaitncna atta Gruden anisien aleaaainanunbiestaawi 18 3 1 Available Range of the Remote Control ccccccccseceecnseceeeeeseeeeeeseeeseeeeenseeaeeseneaeeeaas 19 oA ESUN INON T ISTAINC Ora oie uti at erates i EENEN 23 349 FOlECIOl PlACSMCM i ciacduie ues Sou Raeienaddecdibed actin ys sbdeet waddaddhehactinhagu
45. ck RS 232C Port On or Off Power Save Auto Power Off On or Off Baud Rate 9600 38400 or 115200 bps Fan Mode Normal or High Altitude Grenson Floor Front Ceiling Front Floor Rear or Ceiling Rear Factory Default All Reset or Return English Deutsch Language Espa ol Fran ais Italiano Figure 4 6 OSD Menu Structure for VX 6000d 1080i Digital or 1080p Sources Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 65 Operation Main Menu Press MENU on either the remote control or built in keypad on the projector rear panel to display the Main Menu shown in Figure 4 7 The Main Menu is the starting point for calibrating the VX 6000d to optimize the display of digital 10801 and 1080p sources Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness CLR Temp 750 White Balance RVR Iris Picture Adj 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 Lamp Power Hi advanced Figure 4 7 VX 6000d Main Menu 1080i Digital or 1080p Sources Only To use the on screen menus 1 2 3 Press lt q or gt to select a sub menu Press A or W to select a sub menu item For items that present a list of choices such as Picture Memory a Press ENTER or gt b Press A or to select a value from the list c Press ENTER again to confirm your selection d Press lt to return to the menu LOP For items that are represented by numeric values such as Contrast a Press lt or to adjust the value b Press A or W to select another menu i
46. de every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed However because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback it may require updating from time to time You can always find the latest version of this and other Runco product manuals on line at www runco com Runco welcomes your comments about this manual Send them to techoub 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 LETTERBOX 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 return must be used after each command or string AN ote Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manu
47. describes the effects of adjusting the primary color hues Table 4 3 Effects of Primary Color Hue Adjustments Primary Color Press lt to move the color Press to move the color Red Yellow Green Cyan Blue Magenta e Saturation This slidebar adjusts the color saturation level the amount of that color in a video image Lower settings produce less saturated colors a setting of 30 removes that color from the image entirely If the saturation is too high that color will be overpowering and unrealistic e Intensity This slidebar adjusts the intensity also Known as uminance of a given color e Default To reset ALL ICC settings Hue Saturation AND Intensity of all six colors for the currently selected Picture Memory preset to their factory default values select Default directly below the Intensity menu item from the ICC menu Then select Yes to confirm the reset To reset only the Hue Saturation OR Intensity of all six colors for the currently selected Picture Memory preset to their factory default values select Hue Saturation or Intensity from the ICC menu and press ENTER Then select Default the last menu item from the ICC menu Then select Yes to confirm the reset Brilliant Color Select Brilliant Color from the Advanced Picture Adjust menu to change the BrilliantColor setting BrilllantColor utilizes a new color processing algori
48. e sync Display Device he options in the Display Device menu allow you to change the picture orientation adjust the amount of overscan and access other projector specific functions e Configure Select Configure from the Display Device menu Then e Orientation Select Orientation to change the picture orientation to suit the method of installation Floor Front Floor Rear Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear e Overscan Refer to Overscan on page 58 e Lamp Power Select Lamp Power from the Display Device menu to adjust the lamp output level You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible 1 or you can choose the lower setting 0 Generally lower lamp output can prolong the life of the lamp but decreases brightness e Fan Mode If the projector is being used in a high altitude environment use the Fan Mode control to prevent it from overheating Set it to High Altitude 1 to run the fan at high speed set it to Normal 0 to run the fan at normal speed e Lamp Hours o display the number of hours that the lamp has been in service press A or W to highlight Lamp Hours 62 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual HD Format If the characteristics of the incoming signal on the HD1 or HD2 inputs are known select HD Format from the Service menu and set them as described below Doing so can reduce the time it takes the DHD Controller to switch from HD to 480i signals or vice versa This is generally not n
49. e image To adjust sharpness select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER On your external test pattern source select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4 5 Adjust as needed looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently sized lines in the sweep patterns at the top and bottom Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate them i Figure 4 5 Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine tune the aspect ratio and image lt Input Position position for the current source When you change an input position setting save the change to a rr ccc A Note preset afterwards Otherwise the change will be lost when a Up Down different input is selected The input position settings are saved for Width each input and resolution separately For information about saving Height settings refer to ISF Presets on page 58 Overscan Left Right Select Left Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image horizontally Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image to the right use the left or down button to shift it to the left Up Down Select Up Down from the Inout Position menu to shift the projected image vertically Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image upward use the left or down button to shift tt downward Width Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image w
50. e 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 6000d is ceiling mounted and the screen is significantly lower than the projector you can tilt the projector at a slight angle by adjusting the ceiling mount If you do this you may need to shift the image or apply keystone correction using the OSD controls to compensate For detailed instructions refer to Using the On Screen Menus on page 49 Proceed as follows to connect the DHD Controller to the VX 6000d your video sources external controller s if present and AC power When connecting your equipment e Turn off all equipment before making any connections e Use the correct signal cables for each source e Route all cables through the cable opening at the bottom rear of the projector see Figure 2 1 e Ensure that the cables are securely connected Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors that have them The VX 6000d is designed to receive only video input signals directly from the companion DHD Controller Processor All signal sources should be connected to the appropriate inouts on the rear panel of the DHD The signal from the DHD is then output to the VX 6000d projector through an RGB or DVI cable You CANNOT connect signal sources directly to the VX 6000d A Note They MUST be routed through the DHD Controller for proper operation
51. e sensitive e For a single command that takes no parameters type the command followed by a carriage return for example to set the aspect ratio to Letterbox type LETTERBOX lt Enter gt e For a single command that takes a parameter type the command a space or a comma and the desired value followed by a carriage return for example to set the brightness to 10 type BRIGHTNESS 10 lt Enter gt or BRIGHTNESS 10 lt Enter gt e You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line separated by commas For example COMPOSITE BRIGHTNESS 100 ANAMORPHIC lt Enter gt switches to the Composite video input sets the brightness to 100 and sets the aspect ratio to Anamorphic Command strings can be up to 255 characters long Avoid combining the ON or POWER 1 commands with other commands A Note ona single line After sending ON or POWER 1 allow at least 15 seconds for the DHD Controller to power up Once it does it will accept and properly execute multiple serial commands Table 6 1 lists the RS 232 command set The Parameter min max column shows the valid parameter ranges or NA for commands that take no parameters When you enter a valid command the DHD Controller executes it and acknowledges it with a plus sign on the command line gt When you enter an invalid command one that is misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command the DHD Controller ignores it and returns a min
52. e 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 Short color bars ts Tint Color Figure 4 4 Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 5D Operation Operation Select Color and press ENTER While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter adjust the color saturation level until the outermost gray and blue color bars appear to be a single shade of blue Tall color bars lt 4 Short color bars tt 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 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 f 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 56 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Operation Sharpness Sharpness is the amount of high frequency detail in th
53. ear and disappear 1 Menus fade in and out 2 Checkerboard dissolve menus appear and disappear in sections 3 Window shade effect menus are drawn on a diagonal from top left to bottom right and retract in the opposite direction e Timeout Short Long These settings control how long the OSD menus stay on screen Select a time out period of from 2 to 60 seconds e Side Bar Color This controls the color of the inactive image area The range is from 100 black to 100 white The inactive image area is on either side of the active image area when using the Standard 4 3 aspect ratio or the entire screen when no incoming video signal is present e Film Mode Enable Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced standard definition SD sources In most cases the VX 6000d 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 to ensure stable processing for that source Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 63 Operation HD RGB 1 HD RGB 2 ADC Bandwidth YPbPr Input Resolution Auto Auto Operation 4 3 On Screen Menus for 1080i Digital or 1080p Signals Resolution When using the VX 6000d with a computer or certain HD sources you may want to force the DHD Controller to use a specific output resolution If so select Resolution from the Service menu and choose one Then press
54. ecessary unless the DHD Controller for whatever reason has difficulty determining the color soace RGB or YUV bandwidth or resolution of the incoming HD signal In most situations the Auto settings work well e HD RGB 1 and HD RGB 2 Color Space Select Auto RGB or YUV e ADC Bandwidth Select Auto 75 MHz 150 MHz or 300 MHz e YPbPr Input Resolution Select Auto or specify the input resolution if Known 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p or 1080 Triggers Select Triggers from 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 Virtualwide 2 35 aspect ratios To save the trigger settings so that they can be restored after a System Reset described below press W repeatedly to highlight Save Then press ENTER 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 French Spanish or German e Menu Mode This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when you press MENU Choose one of the following O No transition menus abruptly app
55. ed in or the AC outlet is not active The serial connection from the DHD Controller to the VX 6000d is incorrect The remote control batteries have run out Faulty or incorrect video connection between the DHD Controller and the VX 6000d Incorrect source selection Source component is not turned on Source component is connected incorrectly or not at all DVD player is connected to the Component input and 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 Solution Ensure that the VX 6000d is plugged in and that the AC outlet is active Ensure that the RS 232 output from the DHD Controller is properly connected to the COM LINK IN port on the VX 6000d see Figure 3 8 Replace the batteries Ensure that the HDMI output from the DHD Controller is properly connected to the HDMI input on the VX 6000d see Figure 3 8 Select the correct source Turn on the source Check video connections to source Component Turn off progressive scan on the DVD player Or connect the DVD player to the HD1 or HD2 input Lower the contrast setting Lower the brightness setting Ensure that the source outputs are connected to the correct DHD Controller input 76 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Table 5 1 Troubleshooting Chart continued
56. ent operating status power input source input resolution and input aspect ratio SWVER NA NA Returns software version number TRIGGER 1 3 YES Assigns trigger to currently selected aspect ratio Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 83 Serial Communications Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Parameter Command min max Value Stored Description The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control or DHD Con troller front panel Each button has its own serial command so effectively it is as if you were using the IR remote only you ll be doing so via serial commands These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote DOWN NA NA Down Arrow W key ENTER NA NA ENTER key LEFT NA NA Left Arrow lt q key MENU NA NA MENU RIGHT NA NA Right Arrow p gt key UP NA NA Up Arrow A key 84 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Table 7 1 lists the VX 6000d specifications Table 7 1 VX 6000d Specifications Projector Type Native Resolution Aspect Ratios Video Standards DTV Compatibility Scan Frequency Picture Size 16 9 Screen Throw Distance Factor x Screen Width Horizontal and Vertical Offset Lamp Estimated Lamp Life Inputs from DHD Controller 7 Specifications 7 1 VX 6000d Specifications Digital Light Processing DLP single chip 16 9 SuperOnyx
57. et the Gamma Gain and Offset settings for the currently selected white balance preset to their factory default values select Default from the White Balance menu Then select Yes to confirm the reset Select HD RGB Adj from the Main Menu to view input signal resolution and timing information To do this select Signal Info from the HD RGB Adj menu Signal Info Select Signal Info from the HD RGB Adj menu to display the resolution horizontal frequency and vertical frequency of the input current signal 70 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Select Options from the Main Menu to perform the following projector configuration tasks Overscan 480i 480p signals only Refer to Overscan on page 58 Default To reset the Overscan setting to its default value select Default from the Options menu then select Yes to confirm the reset LED Select LED from the Options menu to change the behavior of the projector s indicator LEDs e When set to ON the LEDs indicate operating status as described in VX 2000d at a Glance on page 5 When you set the Auto Power Off function refer to Power Save A Note below to Off the LED function is automatically set to On e When set to OFF the LEDs illuminate when the VX 6000d is in standby mode warming up or indicating an error condition otherwise they are off Lamp Hours read only Refer to Lamp Hours on page 62 OSD When you select an aspect ratio or input with the remote control or
58. etterbox mode the image is stretched vertically the top and bottom portions are blanked off Letterbox is best suited for viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 16 9 screen VirtualWide VirtualWide scales a 4 3 image NON linearly more on the sides than in the center to fit a 16 9 screen 52 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Table 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings continued Aspect Ratio Description Cinema Select Cinema to view 2 35 source material in its native aspect ratio With a 16 9 screen and a non CineWide ane projector No anamorphic lens the upper 16 9 Screen and lower portions of the screen are without CineWide masked but the geometry of the active image area is unchanged With a 2 35 1 screen anda CineWide equipped projector the DHD BE image Controller vertically stretches the 2 35 MSA image so that the active image area fills the 16 9 chip surface eliminating the black bars The secondary anamorphic lens then stretches the image back to 2 35 1 Virtualwide 2 35 A 16 9 image is scaled NON linearly more on the sides than in the center to fit a 16 9 Image on 2 35 1 screen 2 35 1 Screen Virtualwide 2 35 is available only on the VX 6000d CineWide and only on the go Image of analog inputs HD RGB SD Component 2 35 1 Screen with i VirtualWide 2 35 Composite and S Video Use the controls in the Picture Menu to cali
59. evel according to the color content in the signal to produce the best picture quality Select Automatic Contrast from the Picture Adjust menu to activate this feature Set it to Off 1 2 or 3 as desired Selecting 3 results in a higher average white level than the other settings Default Io reset all picture quality settings for the current input to their factory default values select Default from the Picture menu The VX 6000d provides nine adjustable white balance parameters allowing precise adjustment of the intensity of the red blue and green color components in the dark areas Offset light areas Gain and mid tone areas Gamma You can adjust these parameters as needed and store them in any of six presets memory locations The selected white balance preset can in turn be associated with a Picture Memory preset refer to White Balance on page 68 The most logical way to do this is to associate a white balance preset with the picture memory preset of the same name however you can associate a white balance preset with any picture memory preset Mem Select To select and edit a white balance preset select Mem Select from the White Balance menu Red Gamma Green Gamma Blue Gamma Refer to ISF Night Display Color on page 59 Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Refer to ISF Night Display Color on page 59 Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset Refer to ISF Night Display Color on page 59 Default To res
60. g Set it to O IRE if blacks appear elevated dark gray If blacks appear crushed too dark set it to 7 IRE Background Select Background from the Options menu then press A or to select the image background solid blue solid black or the Runco logo splash screen The Background appears when no incoming signal is present Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 71 Operation lt Options LED On Signal Type Color Space Auto Orientation FF Factory Default 3 HDMI Black Level 0 2 Operation Power Save Select Power Save from the Options menu to access the power management features of the VX 6000d e RS 232C Port When this option is set to On the RS 282 port is always active and consuming power even when the projector is in standby mode When set to Off the RS 282 port is inactive and does not consume power when the projector is in standby mode Always set this option to On Doing otherwise may disrupt A Caution communication between the projector and DHD Controller e Auto Power Off When this option is set to On the projector enters standby mode after 15 minutes of inactivity no input signal Five minutes before this is to occur the message Enter STANDBY mode in 5 min appears on screen This message updates to indicate the amount of time before the projector enters standby mode When set to Off the projector remains in the power on state regardless of the presence o
61. gital signal path from input to light engine The VX 6000d produces an impressive 1700 ANSI lumens of light output CSMS light output of 17 2 to 29 7 ft Lamberts For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the scope 2 35 1 format the VX 6000d 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 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 6000d is CineWide with AutoScope an enhanced remote controlled motorized version of CineWide CineWide requires the use of a 2 35 7 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 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 3 Introduction 1 3 Description Features and Benefits Introduction Key Features and Benefits y he VX 6000d offers these key features and benefits e Runco engineered Enhanced GEN 3 Technology with RVR e Native Resolution 1920 x 1080 16 9 Native Aspect Ratio e Two HDMI Inputs on DHD Controller with High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP e HDTV Compati
62. hat are unpredictable or undesirable e You have multiple VX 6000d projectors and want to control them independently as opposed to broadcasting commands from a single remote to all of them In this scenario you can use multiple remotes programmed to use different IR codes Or you can use a single remote and change the IR code as needed to address a specific projector IR code Then change the code sent by the remote to match as described below 7i Use the DHD Controller front panel keypad to change the projector oN Ip Do not change the Type setting in this menu A Note When you change a remote code on the VX 6000d you must re program the standard DHD remote control to send that same code To do this 1 Using a straightened paper clip or similar object press and hold the CODE button on the remote control for approximately three seconds or until the red LED on the remote lights solid red 2 Enter anew two digit code between 00 and 31 inclusive Include a leading zero for single digit codes for example enter 9 as 09 3 The LED turns off to confirm the code change If you enter an invalid code the LED flashes for three or four seconds Try again entering a valid code Analog Out Mode Select Analog Out Mode from the Service menu to change the output sync polarity from the DHD Controller The choices are RGB separate sync with negative polarity RGB separate sync with positive polarity or RGBS composit
63. he LEFT button toggles through the different sources in this order HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HD RGB 2 HD RGB1 Component SD S Video 2 S Video 1 Composite 8 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual T 10 ENTER BUTTON Press ENTER to select a highlighted menu item DOWN BUTTON Used to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the OSD When no menu is present on screen this button toggles through the different aspect ratios in this order Virtualwide 2 35 Cinema VirtualWide Letterbox Standard 4 3 Anamorphic 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 S Video 1 S Video 2 Component SD HD RGB 1 HD RGB 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 The direct select function of the UP DOWN LEFT and RIGHT A Note buttons is available only on the analog inputs HD RGB SD Component Composite and S Video MENU BUTTON Press this button to access the OSD controls or to exit the current menu and return to the previous one Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 9 Controls and Functions Controls and Functions 2 4 DHD Controller Rear Panel Figure 2 4 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller INPUTS i bb 4 Figure 2 4 DHD Controller Rear Panel Outputs gt 1 HDMI OUT Connect this to the HDMI Input on t
64. he VX 6000d see Figure 2 2 Inputs gt 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Digital Two HDCP compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output 3 HD1 HD2 5 x Analog BNCs Two inputs five BNCs per input for connecting either RGB or component high definition television signals The DHD Controller automatically detects the signal format RGB HV or YPrPb 480p 720p 480i 576i or 1080i 4 COMPONENT VIDEO RCA connectors Standard Definition 480i 5761 Component YPrPb input This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players For best results do not run your DVD player in progressive mode A 1p 10 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 5 COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR laser disc player or other composite video source 6 S VIDEO 1 S VIDEO 2 Two standard S Video inputs for connecting a DVD player satellite receiver or Super VHS S VHS VCR 7 12 VOLT 750 mA TRIGGER OUTPUTS Connection for up to three 8 12 volt trigger controlled devices such as retractable screens or screen masks 8 ComLink RS 232 OUTPUT Connect this to the ComLink RS 232 input on the projector using the provided communication cable 9 IR Wired input from a wired remote control or infrared receiver It is a 3 5 mm mini phono jack wired as follows Ring 5V Tip IR Input Sleeve Ground When an external
65. idth Use the right or up cursor button to increase the width use the left or down button to decrease it Height Select Height from the Inout Position menu to change the projected image height Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height use the left or down button to decrease tt Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 57 Operation ISF Presets gt L ISF Day C Custom 1 C Custom 2 Factory Default Save Save Information gt Serial Num Hardware Firmware Date 0 0002 001A Oct 9 2006 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 may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area Overscan 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 For each input the VX 6000d lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can recall at a later time You can create up to four presets per input and resolution Use the ISF Presets menu to recall saved image presets or to save image settings in the Custom 1 or Custom 2 memory location The currently selected preset is
66. image is rectangular LL 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 Levers to secure the lens in place There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is A Note properly adjusted especially at shorter throw distances If this is the case Runco recommends that you slightly over scan the image into the screen frame area to mask the distortion Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 45 Installation Installation Adjusting the Yaw Loosen the Yaw xX 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 Adjusting the Geometry 1 Inout an anamorphic cross hatch test pattern to the projector 2 Loosen the three Lens Rotation Set Screws shown in Figure 3 19 on the lens adapter ring just enough to allow it to rotate freely 3 Grasp the lens by the front ring and rotate the lens until the image is properly anamorphic BHH Wrong Position Correct Position 4 When the image geome
67. ings 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 xX Adjustment Levers to secure the lens in place 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 44 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual _ oe 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
68. ling 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 Does not take up audience space e Projector is unobtrusive e Projector cannot be accidentally moved e Installation is more permanent e Projector access is more difficult Rear Screen Floor Mount Installation e Projector is completely hidden e Projector is easily accessed e Usually good ambient light rejection e Requires separate room e Installation cost is usually higher Rear Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation 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 ge
69. lue Pb Horiz Vert Ly te DTV or Progressive Component YPbPr Source Figure 3 10 Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 33 Installation Installation Analog Computer RGB Connections See Figure 3 11 Red Green Blue Horiz Vert Personal Computer Figure 3 11 Analog RGB Connections 34 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Composite S Video Component Video Connections See Figure 3 12 INPUTS 3858 V TRIGGERS HD1 i 1 V DVD Player VCR Satellite Receiver Laser Disc etc Figure 3 12 Composite S Video and Component Video Connections Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual do Installation Installation RS 232 Controller Connection Use a standard 9 pin RS 232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control automation system if present to the RS 232 Control port on the DHD Controller see Figure 3 13 For more information about using this connection refer to Serial Communications on page 79 TRIGGERS 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground none of the other pins are used 0000 Component Video Video to Automation Control System or PC i Figure 3 13 RS 232 Control System Connection 36 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual DHD Controller If your VX 6000d is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system connect the AutoScope lens motor to a 12 volt trigger outp
70. material being viewed refer to Table 4 1 The currently selected aspect ratio is indicated by a X to its left in the example at right Anamorphic is selected A Note When you change the aspect ratio save the change to a preset afterwards Otherwise the change will be lost when a different input is selected The aspect ratio is saved for each input and resolution separately For information about saving settings refer to ISF Presets on page 58 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 51 Operation lt Main Menu Aspect Ratio Picture Input Position ISF Presets Information Calibration Service lt Input Source S Video 1 S Video 2 Component SD HD RGB 1 HD RGB 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 lt Aspect Ratio Standard 4 3 Letterbox VirtualWide Cinema lu UO K Virtualwide 2 35 Operation Table 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect Ratio Anamorphic 16 9 Image on 16 9 Screen 4 3 Image on 16 9 Screen Description Select Anamorphic to view 16 9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 4 3 images are stretched horizontally to fit a 16 9 screen Standard 4 3 Active Image Area 4 3 Standard 4 3 scales the input signal to fit in the center of the 16 9 screen 4 3 is the aspect ratio used by computer monitors standard television programming and most VHS video cassettes Letterbox Letterbox Image on 16 9 Screen In L
71. n needed as a result of a manufacturing defect for a period of six 6 months or 1000 hours whichever comes first from the effective date of delivery to the end user In addition Runco will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six 6 months or 1000 hours whichever comes first from the effective date of delivery to the end user Such replacement lamps are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion if any of the original warranty period WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does not cover normal maintenance This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items failure resulting from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments improper maintenance alteration improper use of any input signal damage due to lightning or power line surges spikes and brownouts damage that occurs during shipping or transit or damage that is attributed to acts of God In the case of remote control units damage resulting from leaking old damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty CAUTION THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED DEALERS ALL OTHER PR
72. nco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual is Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 2 Lens Replacement Figure 5 1 shows the VX 6000d lens assembly Motor Assembly 9 64 Hex Screw 6x for Mounting Lens MOANMMAR maa Motor Assembly Electrical Connector FrontofLens and Harness Projector Front Jewelry Figure 5 1 VX 6000d Lens Assembly Exploded View Only trained authorized Runco dealers should attempt to A Note remove or replace a lens Please read this procedure carefully before doing so Lens replacement is normally performed at the Runco factory Field replacement of lenses is generally only required if the projector is re installed in a new location or the lens has been damaged 1 Remove the Projector Front Jewelry by loosening the captive 2 Phillios screw below the lens 74 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual lens A Caution Locate and unplug the Motor Assembly Connector Note the connector orientation for when you install the new Locate the six 9 64 Hex Mounting Screws two each at 12 o clock 9 o clock and 6 o clock Remove the six Mounting Screws while supporting the Lens Assembly Lens and Motor Assembly are now free Remove the Lens and Motor Assembly by pulling forward and to the left in order to clear the Projector chassis with the Motor Assembly Install New Lens Assembly Repeat Steps 1 through 5 in reverse order aii RUNCO alll LRUN
73. neral 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 22 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 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 2 The result of this calculation tells you roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen 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 2 Estimating Throw Distance Table 3 3 lists the available lens options for the VX 6000d and their associated throw ratios Table 3 3 VX 6000d Lens Options and Throw Ratios Lens Option Note 2 Throw Ratio with Primary Lens Only Throw Range in inches with 96x54 inch 1 78 1 Screen Minimum Maximum Throw Ratio with Primary Lens and Anamorphic Lens
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75. ns 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 RUNCO PIXEL FOR PIXEL Figure 2 3 DHD Controller Front Panel 1 RUNCO ICON Lights red to indicate that the DHD Controller is in standby mode lights blue to indicate that the unit is on 2 POWER BUTTON Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode Press it again to return to standby mode For a discrete on or off command you can use the direct access buttons on the remote control 3 IR SENSOR Receives IR commands from the remote 4 VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY Can be used instead of the On Screen Display OSD Displays currently selected menu or if no menu is selected the current source signal format NTSC or PAL input resolution and aspect ratio 5 UP BUTTON Used 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 Anamorphic Standard 4 3 Letterbox VirtualWide Cinema Virtualwide 2 35 only on the analog inputs HD RGB SD Component Composite and S Video For more information about aspect ratios refer to Table 4 1 Wei Virtualwide 2 35 is available only on the VX 6000d CineWide and A ote 6 LEFT BUTTON Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the OSD When no menu is present on screen t
76. ntellectual 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 the manufacturer Reflection Enhanced GENS DHD Vivix Virtual Cinema CineWide AutoScope O Path CinOptx LiveLink CSMS SuperOnyx and VirtualWide are trademarks of Runco International THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd which may be registered in some jurisdictions All rights reserved All other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners Runco International products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents US Patent 6755540 and Other Patents Pending IV Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual ADDITIONAL INFORMATION To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center or for additional information about this Limited Warranty please call or write RUNCO INTERNATIONAL INC Attn Customer Service Department 2900 Faber Street Union City CA 94587 Ph 510 324 7777 Fax 510 324 9300 Toll Free 800 23 RUNCO RUNCO VIDEO PRODUCT INFORMATION RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS Model Purchased Date Serial Number Runco Authorized Dealer Name Address City State Province Postal Code Phone Fax Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual V Safety Precautions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runc
77. o 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 AN 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 a NOIRE RSE a GAG en he 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 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation 1 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Do not use this equipment near water outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings a a or e a w Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 8 Do not defeat the safety featu
78. ol 1 LIGHT Press to illuminate the buttons 2 Use these buttons to scroll through the six menu pages 3 VOLUME MUTE OK CH The remote control touch screen goes off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery power Press any of these buttons and the touch screen reappears These buttons are not programmed to control the DHD Controller or projector however you can program them to control other equipment Refer to the manual provided with the remote control for more information Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 15 Controls and Functions lt Touch Screen Remote Controls and Functions 10 i LZ 13 14 15 POWER ON OFF Use these buttons to turn the VX 6000d on or off ASPECT RATIO Press this button to go to the aspect ratio menu page 3 7 SOURCE Press this button to go to the source selection menu page 2 7 MENU Press this button to go to the DHD Controller OSD menu navigation page 4 7 VIDEO Press this button to switch to the Composite Video input COMP Press this button to switch to the Component Video input S VID 1 S VID 2 Press these buttons to switch to the S Video 1 or S Video 2 input HD 1 HD 2 Press these buttons to switch to the HD RGB 1 or HD RGB 2 RGBHV or YPbPr component input HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Press these buttons to switch to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input BACK Press this button to return to the main menu page 1 7
79. on Overview For Details Refer to e Input position Step Procedure page Choose a location for the projector 22 If installing an VX 6000d CineWide or 2T 2 VX 6000d CineWide with AutoScope Install AutoScope lens motor or fixed CineWide base plate 3 Mount the projector 30 4 Connect the DHD Controller to the projector 30 5 Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller 32 6 Connect external controller to RS 232 port optional 36 7 Connect 12 volt trigger outputs to AutoScope lens motor OF and or other equipment optional 9 Connect projector DHD Controller and lens motor if 39 present to AC power and power up 9 For rear screen and or ceiling mount installations select 40 the proper picture orientation 40 Primary Lens adjustments projected image size zoom 24 40 position shift and focus 11 Install CineWide anamorphic lens optional 42 40 CineWide lens adjustments position pitch angle 44 geometry and focus Projector calibration adjust the following for each input 51 through 72 save settings when finished e Aspect ratio 43 e Brightness e Contrast e Color level e Tint Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 21 Installation 3 2 Quick Setup Installation 3 3 Installation Considerations Installation Type gt Ambient Light Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display Whether you are instal
80. ontact your Runco dealer to Lamp Replacement obtain a replacement lamp 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 for replacement 2 Using a flat blade screwdriver loosen the two captive Lamp Cover screws on the side of the Eo projector and remove the cover REMOVE THESE SCREWS 3 Remove the three Phillios round head lamp assembly mounting screws These are identified by arrows pointing to them on the lamp housing 4 Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently removing the lamp module from the projector housing 5 Install the new lamp module Secure it in place with the three screws that you removed in Step 3 6 Replace the lamp cover and re tighten the two Lamp Cover screws Turn the projector on 8 Reset the Lamp Hour counter by doing either of the following e On the projector rear panel keypad see Figure 2 7 press and hold the ENTER V and buttons simultaneously Then press the POWER button e On the DHD Controller front panel see Figure 2 3 while pressing and holding the ENTER button press the POWER 1 button When you do LAMP OOOOH appears on screen to confirm the counter reset Do this only if you have just installed a new lamp This will ensure that number of hours logged on the lamp is accurate Not Always reset the Lamp Hour counter when you replace the lamp A ote Ru
81. or a long time remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage The remote control can be used to control the VX 6000d within the ranges shown in lt Notes on Remote Control Figure 3 1 Approx 30m 100ft Operation Approx 7m 23ft Figure 3 1 Available Range of the Remote Control Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 19 Installation e Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature e The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp If that occurs move the DHD Controller away from the fluorescent lamp e Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver on the DHD Controller or projector The signal from the remote control can be reflected by walls or A Note other surfaces e f the effective range of the remote control decreases or it stops working replace the batteries with new ones e Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control If this happens point the remote control at the DHD Controller or projector and repeat the operation 20 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Table 3 1 gives a quick overview of the VX 6000d installation process The sections following this one provide detailed instructions Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video A Note installation specialist Table 3 1 Installati
82. or 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 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 against a black background The example above includes two vertical bars and four shaded boxes Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER Adjust the brightness so that e The darkest black bars disappear into the background e The dark gray areas are barely visible e The lighter gray areas are clearly visible e The white areas are a comfortable level of true white e The image contains only black gray and white no color 54 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 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 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 chang
83. posite video input as the source or to enter the numeric Character 1 8 COMP Component 2 Press to select Component SD 480i 576i video input as the source or to enter the numeric character 2 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 13 Controls and Functions g 10 Lao 12 13 Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters as follows ANA Anamorphic 3 For viewing 16 9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 4X3 Standard 4 3 6 scales the input signal to fit 4 3 display mode in the center of the screen LETBOX Letterbox 9 For viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 16 9 screen V WIDE 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 SVC CineWide equipped projectors only Selects the Virtualwide 2 35 aspect ratio used for viewing 16 9 source material on a 2 30 1 screen S VID 1 4 S VID 2 5 S Video Press to select an S Video input or to enter the numeric character 4 or 5 HD 1 7 HD 2 8 Press to select a HD RGBHV or YPbPr component input or to enter the numeric Character 7 or 8 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 0 Press to select a Digital Video input Press HDMI2 to enter the numeric character 0 Memory Preset Buttons ISF NT Night Press to recall
84. r absence of an input signal When you set the Auto Power Off function to Off the LED function A Note refer to LED on page 71 is automatically set to On Baud Rate Select Baud Rate from the Options menu then press the A or W button to select the projector s RS 232 baud rate This function is used to change the transfer rate of the RS 232 connection between the projector and the DHD Controller The default setting is 9600 bps Do not change it unless specifically instructed to do so by Runco Technical Support Fan Mode If the projector is being used in a high altitude environment use the Fan Mode control to prevent it from overheating Set it to High Altitude 2 to run the fan at high speed set it to Normal 1 to run the fan at normal speed Orientation Refer to Adjusting the Picture Orientation on page 40 Factory Default To reset all projector settings including image settings back to their factory defaults choose Factory Default from the Options menu When the confirmation message appears select All Reset to perform the reset or Return to cancel This action is not undoable Proceed with caution The Factory Default command does not reset the Lamp Timer or A Note OSD Language setting 72 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating 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 C
85. r down POWER LED Lights red to indicate that the projector is in standby lights blue to indicate normal operation TEMP LED Lights red to indicate that the projector has overheated and shut down INTAKE VENTS Cool air enters the projector through these vents To prevent overheating ensure that these vents are never blocked LAMP LED Lights blue to indicate normal lamp operation off when the lamp has failed or the projector is off EXHAUST VENTS Hot air exits the projector through these vents This air can be quite hot Ensure that there are no heat sensitive objects near them and that they are never blocked RUNCO LOGO LENS CONTROL INFRARED IR RECEIVER During initial installation rotate the logo plate one quarter turn 90 degrees to uncover the lens control IR receiver This enables you to use the motorized focus and zoom image size controls When you have finished adjusting the zoom and focus you can rotate the logo 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 turn it LENS JEWELRY RETAINING SCREW Loosen this screw to remove the front jewelry should you ever need to replace the lens CABLE OPENING Pass cables through this opening HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT Using a 3 10 hex wrench turn this to move the lens left or right LAMP COVER Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment REAR PANEL ACCES
86. ransmitted 2 ON OFF Press to turn the projector on or off 3 ENTER Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting 4 Cursor Buttons A 4 V gt Use these buttons to select items or settings adjust settings or switch display patterns When no menu is present on screen the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through the available aspect ratios in this order UP Button Anamorphic Standard 4 3 Letterbox VirtualWide Cinema Virtualwide 2 35 DOWN Buiton Virtualwide 2 35 Cinema VirtualWide Letterbox Standard 4 3 Anamorphic Virtualwide 2 35 is available only on the VX 6000d CineWide and A Note only on the analog inputs HD RGB SD Component Composite and S Video For more information about aspect ratios refer to Table 4 1 Likewise the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs in this order LEFT Button HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HD RGB2 HD RGB 1 Component SD S Video 2 S Video 1 Composite RIGHT Button Composite S Video 1 S Video 2 Component SD HD RGB 1 HD RGB 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 The direct select function of the UP DOWN LEFT and RIGHT A Note buttons is available only on the analog inouts HD RGB SD Component Composite and S Video 5 LIGHT Press to illuminate the buttons 6 MENU Press this button to access the OSD controls or to exit the current menu and return to the previous one 7 VIDEO 1 Press to select Com
87. rast Brightness Color Tint and Sharpness are all set to zero 0 by default These provide convenient starting points for calibrating the projector to suit different viewing environments Any picture quality adjustments you make here are stored in the currently selected preset Table 4 2 Default Picture Memory Settings for Digital 1080i and 1080p Sources Default Settings for Selected Picture Memory i ro D Picture E a gt 9 2 Memory Description D O 2 s Setting a z m So 3 2 gt re S E c Be 5 O l wi Standard Provides good picture quality 7500 High Hi Off Off or under the widest variety of Brightness 220W Custom viewing conditions Black Similar to Standard mode 7500 CRT Hi Off 1 Enhance but with enhanced black levels Emulation 220W White Similar to Standard mode 7500 High Hi 1 Off Enhance but with enhanced white levels Brightness 220W ISF Day For viewing images with the 6500 Theater Low Off Off brightness slightly decreased in 180W a darkened room ISF Night For viewing images with the 6500 CRT Low Off Off brightness slightly increased in Emulation 180W a darkened room Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 67 lt Language Language Eng ish Operation Deutsch Espa ol lt Picture Adjust Picture Adj Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness CLR Temp advanced E Operation Picture
88. re of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized type plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet 9 The 12V trigger only outputs DC 12V signal for triggering Do not connect to any other power input or output This could cause damage to this unit 10 Only use accessories specified by Runco International 11 Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped 12 Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time 13 The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for 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 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way objects have fallen or spilled into the projector the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped vi Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Table of Contents TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY nssnssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
89. rect 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 green or blue decrease the Gain for that color Offset Use the Offset controls in the White Balance 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 green or blue decrease the Offset for that color Gamma Gamma is a global setting that 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
90. remote contro or infrared receiver is connected A Note to the wired IR input the IR sensor on the front of the DHD is disabled 10 RS 232 CONTROL PORT A female 9 pin D sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater automation control system 11 POWER INPUT 100 to 240 VAC Connect the DHD Controller to power here 12 MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse 5mm x 20mm 500 mA 250V slow blow 13 MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 11 Controls and Functions 2 5 The VX 6000d ships with two remote control units VX 6000d Remote e A standard Runco DHD Controller remote control unit and Control Units e A universal touch screen remote control unit that can be used with other home theater equipment Only the touch screen remote control can be used to perform zoom and focus adjustments For this reason you must use it to complete the initial VX 6000d installation and setup After the projector has been installed either remote control unit can be used both provide similar functionality Standard DHD Remote Figure 2 5 shows the standard DHD remote control and the paragraphs that follow Control describe its functionality Figure 2 5 Standard DHD Remote Control 12 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 1 IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being t
91. s as possible 6 Attach the lens to the Lens Adapter Ring by threading it clockwise Lens Rotation Set Screws LENS THREADS INTO RING Figure 3 19 Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Adapter Ring Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 43 Installation Configure Lens Motor Trigger CineWide with AutoScope am AE Adjust the Anamorphic Lens Skip this step if you are installing a fixed CineWide anamorphic lens 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 being 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 os a iy ee Assign the trigger output to which the lens motor is connected to the Cinema and Virtualwide 2 35 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 To save the trigger sett
92. 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 CUST 1 Press to recall settings for the current input from the Custom 1 memory preset CUST 2 Press to recall settings for the current input from the Custom 2 memory preset 14 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual The touch screen remote control unit furnished with the VX 6000d provides basically the same functionality as the standard Runco DHD remote In addition it gives you access to the motorized lens controls focus and zoom and can be programmed to control other non Runco home theater components For detailed programming instructions refer to the manual provided with the remote control Figure 2 6 shows the touch screen remote control and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality Menu Pages press or to select Fri Oct 06 12 06pm Fri Oct 06 12 06pm 1 7 VX 6000d 2 7 VX 6000d Source Mode Info A CH Device Mode Info A CH Device Fri Oct 06 12 06pm Fri Oct 06 12 06pm 3 7 VX 6000d 4 7 VX 6000d Mode Info A CH Device Mode Info A CH Device RUNCO Fri Oct 06 5 7 VX 6000d Mode Info A CH Device 12 06pm Fri Oct 06 12 06pm 7 7 VX 6000d 2900 Faber St Union City CA 94587 www runco com Ph 510 324 7777 Fax 510 324 9300 Mode Info A CH Device Figure 2 6 Touch Screen Remote Contr
93. sor the VX 5000d by offering extraordinary performance state of the art optics impressive custom installation flexibility and today s most advanced DLP technology with 1920 x 1080 SuperOnyx resolution Its performance is so extraordinary in fact that the VX 6000d has earned its place in our exclusive Video Xtreme family of products our top of the line and the world s first video products to earn prestigious THX certification The VX 6000d incorporates Runco s exclusive Enhanced GEN 3 engineering advancements to make more efficient use of optical light engine design This results in greater light output and dramatically increases contrast ratio Among the advances Runco has developed are a sophisticated color balancing system and Reflectance Volume Regulation RVR which provides the perfect balance of black and white levels These engineering achievements are combined with lens choices featuring world class optics and lens shift versatility The resulting images are superb In fact the VX 6000d can easily surpass the black levels of film projectors The VX 6000d is supplied with Runco s next generation Digital High Definition DHD Controller featuring advanced Vivix II video processing and superb scaling 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 The DHD provides for a pure di
94. splay Device from the Service Menu then select Configure of a Ie Press W then choose Floor Rear Ceiling Front or Ceiling Rear to match the installation method Not You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu A ote Lens zoom and focus are motorized adjustments that are adjustable from the remote control This allows you to adjust the focus and image size while at the screen for more accurate results The remote control has over 100 feet of range to the projector for long throw distances The IR receiver for the lens motor assembly is located on the projector behind the front Runco logo cover Rotate the logo cover 90 degrees as shown to reveal the IR receiver opening 1 With the IR receiver revealed on the front of the projector go to the zoom focus page 5 7 of the remote control Point the remote directly at the projector for maximum range To focus the projected image press and hold the FOCUS or FOCUS button To make the picture smaller Zoom out press and hold the ZOOM button To enlarge the picture zoom in press and hold the ZOOM button 40 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Installation To change the projected image position use a 3 16 hex driver to shift the lens in the desired direction see Figure 3 17 The vertical lens shift control is at the top of the projector the horizontal lens shift control is on the side of the projector nearest the Runco logo The tool will au
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96. tem _OR a Press ENTER to hide the parent menu and display only the slidebar for that item b Press lt q or gt to adjust the value c Press A or W to select another item to adjust or ENTER to return to the menu To switch from one sub menu to another for example Picture Adjust to White Balance press A repeatedly until no menu item is highlighted Then press lt or gt Press MENU to hide the OSD menus 66 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual The VX 6000d OSD language is initially set to English but can also display the menus in German Deutsch Spanish Espanol French Francais or Italian Italiano To change the OSD language 1 Press MENU 2 Press lt or gt to select Language from the Main Menu 3 Press up or down arrow button A or W to highlight the desired language and press ENTER Ihe change takes effect immediately To perform basic picture quality adjustments select Picture Adjust from the Main Menu and proceed as follows Picture Memory he VX 6000d lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can recall at a later time For digital 1080i and 1080p sources you can create up to six presets To recall and or change the settings associated with a preset select Picture Memory from the Picture Adjust menu Press then press A or W until your choice is highlighted To confirm your selection press ENTER The default settings for each preset are described in Table 4 2 Cont
97. th AutoScope lt Install Anamorphic Lens Motor CineWide with AutoScope or Base Plate fixed CineWide Installation housing with those on the bottom of the CineWide with AutoScope Line up the N projector eight mounting holes on the lens motor secure the motor to the projector with the a eight screws provided for this purpose J Fixed CineWide Line up the mounting holes on the lens mount base plate with those on the bottom of the projector directly below the primary lens Secure the base plate to the projector with the screws provided for this purpose a L 28 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual If you are installing an AutoScope equipped VX 6000d use the supplied hardware to attach the ceiling mount extension brackets to the bottom of the projector as shown in Figure 3 7 For ceiling installations these brackets bring the mounting points for the projector mounting plate included with the ceiling mount kit from the bottom of the projector up and around the lens motor housing For floor installations where the projector is upright the brackets allow the projector to lie flat on the mounting surface Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets
98. thm and system level enhancements to enable higher picture brightness while providing truer more vibrant colors To enable BrilliantColor set it to On to disable it set it to Off Video NR o apply noise reduction to the input signal select Video NR from the Advanced Picture Adjust menu Noise reduction is useful for improving the signal to noise ratio of video signals Set it to Off 1 2 or 3 as needed keeping in mind that higher settings which reduce high frequencies may also soften the image MNR Select MNR from the Picture Adjust menu to reduce or eliminate so called mosquito noise in MPEG compressed video signals digital broadcasts or DVDs Set it to Off 1 2 or 3 as needed to minimize distortion around the edges of moving objects moving artifacts around edges and or blotchy noise patterns superimposed over the objects Sharpness Enhancement select Sharoness Enhancement from the Advanced Picture Adjust menu to apply edge enhancement to images giving the impression of added depth Set it to Off 1 2 or 3 as desired Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 69 Operation Operation White Balance gt White Balance Gamma Red Gamma Green Gamma Blue Gamma Gain Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Offset Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset HD RGB Adj gt HD RGB Adj Ca C C m m T Default S Automatic Contrast The VX 6000d can dynamically adjust the contrast white l
99. to Receiver to the DHD excessive distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors you can connect an Controller external IR receiver to the DHD Controller to extend the range of the remote control See Figure 3 16 _ _ a IR Ring 5V Tip IR Input Sleeve Ground S Video 2 RS 232 Out R J 232 Control o Component Video IR Receiver 3 5 mm mini phono plug Figure 3 16 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 38 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Projector DHD Controller The VX 6000d system includes two 2 AC power cords one each for the projector and DHD Controller Plug the female end of one power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the VX 6000d AC 100V 240V Then connect the other end to your AC power source similarly connect the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet AutoScope Lens Motor With AutoScope equipped projectors a third power cord is provided for the lens motor Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the AC input on the rear of the lens motor assembly Connect the other end to a 110 VAC power source The input voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between A Caution 100 and 120 VAC Do not connect the AutoScope lens motor to a 200 240 VAC power source 1 urn on your source components Turn on the main
100. tomatically center on top of the adjustment nut when inserted into the access hole lt Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Vertical Lens Shift Figure 3 17 Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjustments Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 41 Installation 3 10 Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens Attach Lens Mounting gt Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate CineWide with AutoScope or Base Plate fixed CineWide If you are installing a CineWide equipped projector proceed as follows to install and adjust the anamorphic lens It is extremely important that the primary lens is properly A Note adjusted before you install the anamorphic lens Ensure that the image from the primary lens is perfectly centered on the screen The VX 6000d Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3 18 Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in these instructions If any items are missing or damaged please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at 800 23 RUNCO 1 Lens Adapter Ring 2 Pitch Adjustment Yoke for Lens oh
101. try appears correct tighten the three Lens Rotation Set Screws to secure the lens in place When viewed from the front the rear opening on the anamorphic lens should appear as a tall narrow oval 46 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual Installation Focus Finally rotate the Focus Ring on the anamorphic lens to fine tune the optical focus Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 47 Installation Notes 48 Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 4 Operation Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to display the Main Menu To select a menu Item use the A and W buttons on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to highlight it Press ENTER to confirm your selection The VX 6000d OSD menus are arranged hierarchically exactly how they are arranged depends on the input signal resolution For 1080i digital or 1080p signals the menu structure is as shown and described in On Screen Menus for 1080i Digital or 1080p Signals on page 64 When the input signal resolution is 1080i analog via the HD1 or HD2 input or lower the menu structure is as shown in Figure 4 1 Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics some menu options may not be available Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 49 4 1 Using the On Screen Menus 4 2 On Screen Menus for 1080 Analog and Lower Resolution Signals Operation
102. us sign gt Table 6 1 Serial Commands Command parameter vale Description min max Stored p Power On Off Commands OFF NA NA Turns projector off ON NA NA Turns projector on POWER 0 1 NA Turns projector on and off POWER NA NA Returns power status Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual 79 6 1 RS 232 Connection and Port Configuration 6 2 Serial Command Syntax Serial Communications Table 6 1 Serial Commands continued Command Parameter Valie Description min max Stored Input Selection Commands COMPONENT NA YES Selects the Component input COMPOSITE NA YES Selects the Composite video input HDMI1 NA YES Selects the HDMI 1 input HDMI2 NA YES Selects the HDMI 2 input HD 1 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 1 input HD2 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 2 input INPUT NA NA Returns active input SVIDEO1 NA YES Selects the S Video 1 input SVIDEO2 NA YES Selects the S Video 2 input Aspect Ratio Commands ANAMORPHIC NA YES Selects the Anamorphic aspect ratio ASPECT NA NA Returns current aspect ratio ASPECTIN NA NA Returns the input source aspect ratio ASPECTOUT NA NA Returns output screen size CINEMA NA YES Selects the Cinema aspect ratio LETTERBOX NA YES Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio STANDARD NA YES Selects the Standard 4 3 aspect ratio VIRTUALWIDE NA YES Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio VIRTU
103. ut can be set 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 e Phase Adjust the phase if the image usually from an RGB 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 notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point Use either setting in this case e Noise Filter Select Noise Filter from the Inout Color menu to filter a noisy Composite S Video or Component source signal Adjust as desired keeping in mind that reducing noise which reduces 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
104. ut on the DHD Controller see Figure 3 14 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 63 AutoScope Lens Motor Rear fea Power AC Input Switch 3 5 mmM mini plug DHD Controller Rear Panel Retractable Screen or other 12 volt trigger activated device Sleeve Ground Tip 12V p Figure 3 14 12 volt Trigger Output Connections from DHD Controller Runco VX 6000d Owner s Operating Manual OF Installation lt Connecting 12 Volt Trigger Outputs to External Theater Equipment Installation Projector he projector is equipped with an additional 12 volt trigger output This trigger activates when the projector is turned on Connect it to your retractable screen or other 12 volt trigger activated equipment as shown in Figure 3 15 DA A AAAA D A A A A HDMI IN M o m 1 V WIRED RS 232C IR AC INPUT cylindrical DC power supply type plug to retractable screen or other 12 volt Sleeve Ground trigger activated equipment Figure 3 15 12 volt Trigger Output Connection from Projector Connecting an External IR f infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the DHD Controller due

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