Home

preliminary

1. ON Div OUTPUTS TC DIGITAL PROJECTOR INPUTS 0 lt gt a x ES HD 1 INPUTS VIDEO TRIGGERS R to 0 o ZO o2 ZO OS 20 O ME lt w S VIDEO CONTACT USB SERIAL CONTROL L 4 N Figure 2 2 SDC 1 Rear Panel HD 1 INPUTS ANALOG VIDEO OUTPUT An 8 pin female mini DIN connector for connecting the SDC 1 analog video output to the projector 2 DIGITAL VIDEO OUTPUT A female HDMI type connector for connecting the SDC 1 digital video output to the projector Both video outputs connect to the projector via single R Link cable A Note with two connectors at the SDC 1 end and a single DVI type connector at the projector end 3 HDMI DIGITAL VIDEO INPUTS Two HDCP compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with an HDMI output 4 HD 1 INPUT Five BNC connectors for connecting either RGB or component high definition television signals The SDC 1 automatically detects the signal format 5 HD 2 INPUT Five BNC connectors for connecting either RGB or component high definition television signals The SDC 1 automatically detects the signal format 6 S VIDEO INPUT Standard S Video input for connecting a DVD player satellite receiver or Super VHS S VHS VCR 7 CO
2. 18 3 7 Serial Interface Jumper Locations and Settings 19 3 8 RS 232 Control System Connection n eene 20 3 9 Connecting 12 Volt Trigger and Dry Contact Outputs 21 SS DIMENSIONS us d o rer tee DRE SS e ERE ERR SSS Ye Qaya hasa 34 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual ix List of Figures Notes x Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Introduction This Owner s Manual describes how to install set up and operate the Runco SDC 1 System Expansion Device Throughout this manual the Runco SDC 1 System Expansion Device is referred to simply as the SDC 1 Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the SDC 1 Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was printed However because of ongoing product impovements 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 techpub 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
3. 1 Target Adone teca Lord 1 If You Have Comments About This 1 Textual and Graphic Conventions eene 1 Using This Manual nio ep eth d eiae edid 2 Related DOCUMENTS idet tet d RR Mtt UR uU 2 Description Features and Benefits 3 Key Features and Benefits muii aeg esr e P ce ei bebe vise dl 3 Parts Listy cette to beet erat ape das 4 2 Controls and Functions iii 5 SDC 1 Erotica 5 SDG T Rear Patel e ri petet Le 6 SDG 1 Remote Control tet t coo e e Con e ir at d o d alii 8 Installation irene ii 13 REMOTE i E t o reete ee 13 Notes on Remote Control Operation men 13 Projector Installation i e e ro e HD EH UP EE Ee ERE d end 13 thE BD T Zum e h e hayaq o Era tera e ene kas 14 Connecting th SDGC 1 tothe Projector utet edad 14 Connecting the SDC 1 to Source Components ee 15 RS 232 or RS 422 Controller Connection 19 Connecting 12 Volt Trigger and Dry Contact Outputs to External Theater Components 21 Connecting to AC POWOE te E ina 21 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual vii Table of Contents 4 Operation usa iaia 23 POWSE 2 ie deen elena berg 23 oele tirnig a GOoUree rase aio p
4. 4 3 Image on 16 9 Screen Standard 4 3 scales the input signal to fit in the Active Image center of the 16 9 Area 4 3 screen 4 3 is the aspect ratio used by computer monitors standard television programming and most VHS video cassettes display standard 4X3 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 25 Operation lt Source Selection Commands lt Aspect Ratio Commands Operation Table 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings continued Aspect Ratio Command display letterbox Remote Control Button LBOX Description Letterbox Image on 16 9 Screen In Letterbox 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 4 3 screen display virtual wide VWIDE A 4 3 image is scaled NON linearly more on the sides than in the center to fit a 16x9 screen display cinema CINEMA 2 35 1 Image on 16 9 Screen Select Cinema to view 2 35 source material on a 16 9 screen The upper and lower portions of the screen are masked but the geometry of the active image area is not changed display virtual cinema VCINE 2 35 1 Image on 16 9 Screen 2 35 1 Image on 16 9 Screen with Virtual Cinema 2 35 1 Image on 2 35 1 Screen with Virtual Cinema A 2 35 image is stretched anamorphically i
5. Connect your home theater control automation system to the SERIAL CONTROL port on the SDC 1 Use a cable that has a DB 9 male connector on the SDC 1 end and the required connector on the controller end and is wired as shown in Figure 3 8 For more information on using this connection refer to Serial Communications on page 24 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 19 Installation 12V VIDEO TRIGGERS I im DRY S VIDEO CONTACT USB to Automation Control System Figure 3 8 RS 232 Control System Connection 20 RS 232 Connector Pinouts 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground RS 422 Connector Pinouts 1 Ground 2 Receive Data 7 Receive Data 3 Transmit Data 8 Transmit Data 5 9 Ground Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Installation If your projector is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system or if your home lt Connecting 12 Volt theater contains other devices that respond to 12 Volt or 0 Volt dry contact triggers Trigger and Dry Contact such as retractable screens or screen masks connect them to the trigger outputs as Outputs to External shown in Figure 3 9 Theater Components For more information on using the triggers refer to Trigger Configuration Commands on page 27 12V VIDEO TRIGGERS Ea DRY CONTACT USB SERIAL CONTROL SS S VIDEO 3 5 mm m
6. WARNING This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of EN r 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 nd ei CABLES PARTS INS DE 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 Se 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 feature 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
7. 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 PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY MOREOVER DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
8. 23 Using the Remote Control 23 Using thesOn Sereen Menus cs tr HE SQ pet t od 24 Serial COMMUNICATIONS exe er d e ue e e 24 Command Oye teer uuu e C ERAI 24 BaS SNC COMTANS sees as nh meet Re 24 Source Selection COMMANOS ss aita tiii apnd er pne tendere 25 Aspect Ratio Commands aee rae cet eer Det PE a Siak SOP a eig d 25 Trigger Configuration Commands tare m t d ee p tete D b e PC tate 27 Miscellaneous x dcr de nde esae tog faina 28 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 31 Troubleshooting Tipica bei 31 Specifications se 33 A SA eti o ER re I 33 SDO DIMENSIONS eee eG TERRE PER DTE E ERR ERR DERE 34 vili Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual List of Figures A akak d ated Ure 5 2 2 ODGal Rear Pariel 5 e Supa t m Ht calice in leo iii i 6 2 3 ODC Remote Control Functions u natal ce qu td o ees 8 3 1 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control r ee 13 3 2 Connecting the Projector to the SDC 1 te neers Hem 14 3 9xHDMI Source Connections oe EORR ERR RR PERRO ERR RATS 15 3 4 Digital DTV RGB Connections 16 9 5 Analog RGB Connections s i cer ert Cp He T e p es ees 17 3 6 Composite S Video and Component Video
9. 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 SDC 1 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 REGISTRATION Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if
10. Operating Manual 23 4 1 Turning on the Power 4 2 Selecting a Source 4 3 Using the Remote Control Operation 4 4 Using the On Screen Menus 4 5 Serial Communications Command Syntax Basic SDC 1 Commands The on screen menus you see with the SDC 1 are dependent on the display device with which it is used For detailed instructions on using the on screen menus refer to the manual for your display device The RS 232 Baud Rate setting is not available with the SDC 1 nor A Note are the Picture In Picture Picture By Picture PIP PBP controls The SDC 1 has a text based command line user interface that you can access using a serial connection and any terminal emulation program To interface the SDC 1 with a home theater automation control system 1 Connect it to your control system as shown in Figure 3 8 2 Initiate a terminal session on your PC using a terminal emulation program such HyperTerminal 8 Configure the serial controller as follows no parity eight 8 data bits one 1 stop bit and no flow control Set the baud rate to 57600 to match that of the SDC 1 SERIAL CONTROL port 4 Press Enter You should see a command prompt Ready gt in the terminal window indicating that the SDC 1 is ready to accept commands Serial commands to the SDC 1 are in ASCII format and are NOT case sensitive A carriage return must follow each command When you enter a valid command the
11. Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 2 1 Figure 2 1 shows the SDC 1 front panel SDC 1 Front Panel 7 HIGH DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO CONTROLLER RUN VIDEO HD 1 YPrPb HDMI 1 1 S VID HD 2 RGB HDMI 2 T Figure 2 1 SDC 1 Front Panel 1 RUNCO ICON Indicates current operating status for the system as follows Red SDC 1 and projector are in standby mode Blue Normal operation Alternating Red Blue Projector is cooling down Flashing Blue Projector is warming up 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 IR SENSOR Receives IR commands from the remote FRONT PANEL DISPLAY Displays the active video source Composite Video S Video HD 1 HD 2 HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 Also if HD 1 or HD 2 is active the SDC 1 automatically detects the format progressive component video YPbPr or RGB and displays it here INPUT BUTTON Press repeatedly to select a video source Composite Video S Video HD 1 HD 2 HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 5 Controls and Functions 2 2 SDC 1 Rear Panel Figure 2 2 shows the SDC 1 rear panel Serial No BOTH OUTPUTS MUST CONNECTED TO PROJECTOR HDMI DVI
12. SDC 1 executes it and acknowledges it with the command prompt When you enter an unsupported or misspelled command the SDC 1 simply ignores it HELP Use the HELP command to see a list of available serial commands POWER OFF The POWER OFF command emulates the OFF button on the SDC 1 remote control After the SDC 1 receives a POWER OFF command it will not respond to any commands until after the projector has completed its cool down cycle POWER ON The POWER ON command emulates the ON button on the SDC 1 remote control 24 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual COMPOSITE Use the COMPOSITE command to select the Composite Video input HDMI 1 Use the HDMI 1 command to select the HDMI 1 input HDMI 2 Use the HDMI 2 command to select the HDMI 2 input HD 1 Use the HD 1 command to select the HD 1 input HD 2 Use the HD 2 command to select the HD 2 input SVIDEO Use the SVIDEO command to select the S Video input Use these commands to change the aspect ratio size and shape of the projected image Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size and the type of program material being viewed refer to Table 4 1 Table 4 1 Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Command Control Description Button 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 display anamorphic ANA 16X9 16 9 Image on 16 9 Screen
13. sources external controller s if present and AC power Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 13 3 1 Remote Control lt Notes on Remote Control Operation 3 2 Projector Installation Installation 3 3 Connections to the SDC 1 Connecting the SDC 1 to gt the Projector When connecting your equipment e Turn off all equipment before making any connections e Use the correct signal cables for each source e Ensure that the cables are securely connected Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors that have them Figure 3 2 shows how to connect the SDC 1 to the projector a CL 810 in this case using a Runco R Link cable R LINK IN from SDC 1 Controller R Link Output to Projector R Link Input p0000000 co 20000000 00000000 COMP 1 HDMI INGH PS O S VID 12V RS 232 552 54 OUT L B Pe Ca g R CELL CL 810 Connector Panel sui RUNCO Runco International Union City CA HD 1 INPUTS OUTPUTS MUST BE CONNECTED TO PROJECTOR HDMI DVI R SDC 1 SYSTEM EXPANSION DEVICE S VIDEO OUTPUTS TO PROJECTOR DIGITAL INPUTS SDC 1 Rear Panel HD 2 INPUTS Figure 3 2 Connecting the Projec
14. style connector This allows the cable to be pulled through a wall or conduit much more easily than if it had DVI style connectors The SDC 1 offers these key features and benefits lt Key Features and Benefits Dual HDMI digital inputs with High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP allow digital connections for a richer pixel for pixel and direct digital signal Minimizes cable clutter between the projector and other home theater components by merging all source signals into a single cable e Full control of all projector settings and image quality adjustments e Two 12 VDC outputs and one dry contact 0 VDC when engaged for controlling drop down screens lighting and or screen masking e Serial control interface configurable as RS 232 or RS 422 for seamless integration with popular home theater automation systems e Easy to use remote controls all aspects of operation and includes discrete on off aspect ratio and source selection commands Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 3 Introduction Parts List Your SDC 1 is shipped with the following items If any items are missing or damaged please call Runco Customer Service at 800 23 RUNCO SDC 1 System Expansion Device Remote Control Unit and two 2 AAA size batteries AC Power Cord Rack mounting hardware Warranty information and registration card Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual this document R Link Cable 4 Runco SDC 1
15. 6 HD 1 INPUTS DE K W DIN DIGITAL INPUTS DTV Source DVD Player VCR Satellite Receiver etc Figure 3 6 Composite S Video and Component Video Connections 18 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Installation Configuring the SERIAL CONTROL Port for RS 422 Signal Levels The SDC 1 lt RS 232 or RS 422 SERIAL CONTROL port is pre configured at the factory as an RS 232 interface Before Controller Connection connecting a home theater control automation system with an RS 422 interface to the SDC 1 you must configure the serial interface for RS 422 signal levels To do this 1 Remove the screws six on each side and four on the top holding the SDC 1 top cover in place 2 Remove the top cover Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage sensitive electronic A WARNING components To prevent this ground yourself by wearing a wrist grounding strap when working inside the SDC 1 3 Locate jumper blocks JP4 and JP16 directly behind the SERIAL CONTROL connector see Figure 3 7 4 For RS 422 operation set the jumpers as shown below RS 232 Jumper Settings JP16 5 422 Jumper Settings JP16 B Installed H Removed SERIAL CONTROL Port Figure 3 7 Serial Interface Jumper Locations and Settings 5 Replace the SDC 1 cover
16. ER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or 4 DANGER death 1 2 Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual Using This Manual If you need Turn to page Information about obtaining service iv General information about the SDC 1 System 3 Expansion Device Installation instructions 13 First time configuration instructions 24 Troubleshooting tips 31 SDC 1 System Expansion Device specifications 33 1 3 The following are related Runco documents Related Documents Runco CL 810 Series DLP Projectors Owner s Operating Manual 2 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Introduction The Runco SDC 1 System Expansion Device is a versatile high performance digital video 1 4 switcher It is designed to enhance the functionality of select Runco digital projectors Description Features By providing a single convenient connection point for home theater components that is and Benefits separate from the projector it gives designers and installers greater flexibility in terms of projector placement It also simplifies the task of adding components after the projector has been installed Runco s proprietary R Link cable was developed by Runco engineers specifically for use with select Runco digital projectors This high bandwidth cable uses a DVI style connector on the projector end The SDC 1 end has an 8 pin mini DIN connector and an HDMI
17. MPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR laser disc player or other composite video source 8 12 VOLT 750 mA TRIGGER OUTPUTS Connection for one or two 12 volt trigger controlled devices 6 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 10 11 12 13 14 15 Controls and Functions DRY CONTACT OUTPUT Similar to the 12V trigger outputs but goes to ground OV when engaged WIRED IR PORT Wired input from an external remote control or infrared IR receiver It is a 3 5 mm mini phono jack wired as follows Ring 5V Tip IR Input Sleeve Ground When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected A Note to the wired IR input the IR sensor on the front of the SDC 1 is disabled USB PORT A standard USB Series B connection to a personal computer For future use SERIAL CONTROL PORT A female 9 pin D sub connector for interfacing with an RS 232 or RS 422 compatible home theater automation system POWER INPUT Connect the SDC 1 to power here MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse 5mm x 20mm 500 250V slow blow MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the SDC 1 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 7 Controls and Functions 2 3 Figure 2 3 shows the SDC 1 remote control and the paragraphs that follow describe its SDC 1 Remote Control functionality FOCUS ZOOM LENS RUNCO Figure 2 3 SDC 1 Remote Control Functions 8
18. NIGHT Press to recall settings for the current input from the ISF Night memory preset ISF DAY Press to recall settings for the current input from the ISF Day memory preset FACT Press to recall the factory default settings for the current source 7 Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use these buttons to select an aspect ratio directly as follows ANA 16 9 Anamorphic For viewing 16 9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio 4X3 Standard 4 3 Scales the input signal to fit 4 3 display mode in the center of the screen LBOX Letterbox For viewing LaserDisc movies or non anamorphic DVDs on a 4 3 screen VWIDE VirtualWide Enlarges a 4 3 image horizontally in a NON linear fashion to fit 16 9 full screen display CINEMA For viewing 2 35 1 source material on a 1 78 1 16 9 screen The upper and lower portions are masked VCINE CineWide M equipped projectors only Selects the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio which anamorphically compresses a 2 35 1 image to fill a 16 9 image area The anamorphic lens then stretches the image back to 2 3511 8 0 9 Use these keys to enter menu passcodes 10 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 9 Motorized Lens Controls CL 810 Series only FOCUS Press to focus the image ZOOM Press to reduce or enlarge the projected image size LENS Press to access the lens shift controls Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 11 Contro
19. OWNER S OPERATING MANUAL S EDI 7 System Expansion Device 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 when needed as a result of a manufacturing defect for a period of six 6 months or 1000 hours whichever comes first
20. RUMA 011190 rev 06 23 06 v1 1 Runco International e 2900 Faber Street e Union City CA 94587 e Ph 510 324 7777 800 23RUNCO Fax 510 324 9300 www runco com
21. Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Controls and Functions 1 LIGHT Press to illuminate the buttons 2 ON OFF Use these buttons to turn the SDC 1 and projector on or off 3 Source Selection Buttons VID Press to select the Composite video input as the source S VID S Video Press to select the S Video input as the source HD 1 HD 2 RGB or HD Component Press to select the HD 1 or HD 2 video input as the source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Press to select an HDMI input 4 INFO Displays active source and aspect ratio information Cursor Keys 4 V gt Use these buttons to select items or settings adjust settings or switch display patterns RVR Reflectance Volume Regulation CL 810 Series only Adjusts the lens aperture iris setting according to the ambient light level in the viewing area EXIT Press to save menu item setting s exit the current menu and return to the previous one ENTER Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting MENU Press this button to show or hide the On Screen Display OSD controls Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 9 Controls and Functions 5 Picture Adjustment Buttons BRT Brightness Adjust black level CONT Contrast Adjust white level COL Color Adjust color intensity TNT Tint Adjust color hues 6 Memory Preset Buttons MEM1 Press to recall settings for the current input from the Memory 1 memory preset ISF
22. age is too bright and or e Contrast is set too high e Lower the contrast setting lacks definition in the bright areas of the image Image appears washed out e Brightness is set too high e Lower the brightness and or dark areas appear too setting bright Colors in the image are e The Red Pr Green Y or e Ensure that the source swapped for example reds Blue Pb outputs from the outputs are connected to appear blue or vice versa source are connected to the correct SDC 1 input the wrong inputs on the SDC 1 The projector will not turn e The projector will not turn Wait two minutes until the back on after it was powered on for two minutes after LED at the front of the down or the image power down to protect SDC 1 turns red disappears during operation the lamp e The lamp has failed e Replace the lamp The message Invalid IR e The SDC 1 detected an None normal behavior command sequence signal from another received appears on the source command line Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 31 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes 32 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Specifications Table 6 1 lists the SDC 1 specifications 6 1 Table 6 1 SDC 1 Specifications Inputs from video sources Outputs to projector via R Link R Link Specifications Control Options Trigger Outputs Dry Contact Output Power Requirements Operating Environment Dim
23. ensions Weight Regulatory Approvals Limited Warranty SDC 1 Specifications 2 x HDMI 2 x HD RGBHV or YPbPr auto detecting Composite Video S Video Digital Video Control HDMI style connector Analog Video 8 pin DIN connector Connectors e Projector Side DVI style connector SDC 1 side 1 8 pin mini DIN and 1 HDMI style connector Bandwidth 2 GHz Discrete infrared remote Serial RS 232 or RS 422 selectable Front panel input select Wired IR receiver 2 12 VDC each rated at 750 mA and thermal fuse protected Floating Tip normally open and Ring common shorted together when engaged 100 to 240 VAC auto sensing 50 60 Hz 40W 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C 0 to 90 humidity non condensing See Figure 6 1 Net 13 lbs 5 9 kg Complies with FCC CE C Tick Two 2 years parts and labor from date of delivery to end user Specifications are subject to change without notice Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 33 Specifications 6 2 SDC 1 Dimensions Figure 6 1 shows the SDC 1 dimensions 3 474 in 88 24 mm O RUNG za2e 17 472 in 443 79 mm HIGH DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO CONTROLLER 7 SD 11 125 in 282 58 mm 09 o A Figure 6 1 SDC 1 Dimensions 34 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual SERIAL NUMBER
24. from the Memory 1 memory preset It is equivalent to pressing the MEM1 button on the remote control or selecting Restore Image Settings from the Picture Adjustment menu and choosing Memory 1 STORE ISF DAY Use this command to save image quality settings for the current input to the ISF Day memory preset STORE ISF NIGHT Use this command to save image quality settings for the current input to the ISF Night memory preset STORE USER CONFIG 1 Use this command to save image quality settings for the current input to the Memory 1 memory preset 28 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual STATUS Use this command to obtain status information from the SDC 1 Ready gt status lt Enter gt Welcome to the RUNCO SDC 1 Firmware Release Date 16 17 on 06 19 2006 Controller is currently in Active Mode Internal IR Detector Enabled The current delay 10ms xx 10ms between IR commands is OB Controller currently set to video input source HDMI 2 Hot plug status bit set Trigger 2 Cinema Virtual Cinema Trigger 3 Display device READY Requesting status from display device Sending command to display device x705x Awaiting command acknowledgement from display device Display device acknowledged command Received display device status 21501 Active enus Disabled HDMI 2 Anamorphic CineWide Disabled Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 29 Operation Operation N
25. ini plug to CineWide with AutoScope system or other home theater components screen screen mask etc Figure 3 9 Connecting 12 Volt Trigger and Dry Contact Outputs Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the SDC 1 Connecting to AC Power AC 100V 240V Then connect the other end to your AC power source Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 21 Installation Notes 22 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Operation 1 Turn on the main power switch on the projector Turn on the main power switch on the SDC 1 3 Press the ON button on the remote control to turn on the SDC 1 and the projector The LED at the front of the SDC 1 lights blue to indicate that it is on 4 Searching appears on the screen before the projector identifies the input signal and remains there until the SDC 1 detects a valid input signal To select a video source press the INPUT button at the front of the SDC 1 repeatedly until the desired source is highlighted in the front panel display Or press the button on the remote control corresponding to the desired source see Figure 2 3 With the exception of the discrete input selection buttons see Figure 2 3 the SDC 1 remote control looks and works identically to the remote control for the display device with which it is used For detailed instructions on using this remote refer to the manual for your display device Runco SDC 1 Owner s
26. ls and Functions Notes 12 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Installation To install batteries in the remote control push the battery cover and slide it off Install the two AAA batteries with the correct polarity and then replace the cover See Figure 3 1 Figure 3 1 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 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 for a long time remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage e Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver on the projector e The usable range is up to 8 meters 26 25 feet within a 45 degree horizontal angle and a 15 degree vertical angle e lf the effective range of the remote control decreases or it stops working replace the batteries with new ones e The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright sunlight or fluorescent lighting e Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control If this happens point the remote control at the projector and repeat the operation e The icon appears on the screen when a button for an unavailable function is pressed Install your projector according to the instructions in the manual that came with it Then refer to the following sections to connect the SDC 1 to the projector video
27. mand the SDC 1 responds by listing the trigger s assigned to that aspect ratio and asks if you want to modify these assignments If you do type y Virtual Cinema associated with Trigger 2 Modify Y N y Enter To assign a trigger to this aspect ratio enter t followed by the trigger number To cancel a previous assignment enter t followed by the trigger number You can assign both Trigger 2 and Trigger 3 to an aspect ratio with a single command For example if Trigger 2 and Trigger 3 are currently unassigned and you want to assign both of them to Virtual Cinema type t2 t3 Enter Separate each trigger assignment with a space VIRTUAL WIDE ANAMORPHIC LETTERBOX STANDARD CINEMA These commands work identically to the VIRTUAL CINEMA command Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 27 Operation Miscellaneous Commands AMX The SDC 1 supports the dynamic device discovery feature found in certain control systems manufactured by AMX Corporation refer to ENABLE AMX below This command displays the identifying information that the SDC 1 sends to an AMX control system when it is polled by that system DISABLE AMX Use this command to turn off the AMX dynamic device discovery feature refer to ENABLE AMX below and reset the SERIAL CONTROL port baud rate to 57600 ENABLE AMX The SDC 1 supports the dynamic device discovery feature found in certain control systems manufactured by AMX Corpora
28. n both directions to fill a 16 9 image Virtual Cinema is available only on projectors equipped with the CineWide option secondary anamorphic lens 26 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Operation Use the following commands to view or change the settings for the SDC 1 trigger outputs lt Trigger Configuration see Figure 3 9 Commands Trigger 1 always activates when the SDC 1 is powered on This behavior cannot be changed You can assign Trigger 2 and or Trigger 3 to one or more aspect ratios Those triggers are then activated by selecting that aspect ratio All three triggers de activate when the SDC 1 is put into standby mode TRIGGER 3 is the DRY CONTACT output A nose To configure Trigger 2 or Trigger 3 to activate when the SDC 1 is A Tip turned on for example when using the trigger to control a retractable screen assign that trigger to all aspect ratios If you have a projector equipped with the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system assign the trigger output to which the lens motor is connected to the Cinema and Virtual Cinema aspect ratios TRIGGER 2 TRIGGER 3 Use these commands to see which aspect ratios are assigned to a specific trigger Or use the TRIGGERS command to see all trigger aspect ratio associations VIRTUAL CINEMA Use this command to specify which triggers activate when the Virtual Cinema aspect ratio is selected Ready gt virtual cinema When you issue this com
29. ns 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 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 SDC 1 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 SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual V Safety Precautions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video projector It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater For the best performance please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation
30. otes 30 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5 1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may 5 1 encounter with the SDC 1 and or projector For additional information refer to the manual Troubleshooting Tips for your projector If you encounter an issue not described here 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 Possible Cause s Solution The projector does not turn SDC 1isconnectedto the Check the connection on after initial installation The projector improperly or not between the SDC 1 and power LED on the front of the at all the projector SDC 1 lights red after you e The SDC 1 and or e Ensure that the SDC 1 and press the power button projector is not plugged in projector are both plugged or the AC outlet is not in and that the AC outlet is active active The projector SDC 1 are Incorrect source selection Select the correct source both on but there is no video Source component is not e Turn on the source image on screen turned on The system does not respond The batteries have worn Replace the batteries to remote control commands out A projected image from a DVD player is set to Turn off progressive scan DVD is split or otherwise progressive scan mode on the DVD player scrambled Im
31. 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 SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Table of Contents TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY J ili Safety Preca tlons vii vi 1 Introduction AAS 1 About THS Mantal P
32. 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 DISPLAY 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 lt Enter gt indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your keyboard if it has both keys Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 1 1 1 About This Manual lt Target Audience lt If You Have Comments About This Manual lt Textual and Graphic Conventions Introduction 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 A Tip certain features NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special A Note significance They also provide supplemental information degrade performance or cause a malfunction CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can A Caution in damage to the equipment or possible non fatal injury to the user WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result A WARNING DANG
33. tion This command changes the SERIAL CONTROL port baud rate to 9600 EXTERNAL IR Use this command to disable the SDC 1 s internal IR receiver and enable the external IR receiver connected to WIRED IR port see Figure 2 2 INTERNAL IR Use this command to enable the SDC 1 s internal IR receiver and disable the external IR receiver RESTORE FACTORY DEFAULTS Use this command to load the factory default image quality settings for the current input Doing so does not affect settings stored in memory presets This command is equivalent to pressing the FACT button on the projector remote control The first time you issue this command a message appears on the screen asking you to confirm the restore operation Send the command a second time to do this RESTORE ISF DAY Use this command to recall image quality settings for the current input from the ISF Day memory preset It is equivalent to pressing the ISF DAY button on the remote control or selecting Restore Image Settings from the Picture Adjustment menu and choosing ISF Day RESTORE ISF NIGHT Use this command to recall image quality settings for the current input from the ISF Night memory preset It is equivalent to pressing the ISF NIGHT button on the remote control or selecting Restore Image Settings from the Picture Adjustment menu and choosing ISF Night RESTORE USER CONFIG 1 Use this command to recall image quality settings for the current input
34. tor to the SDC 1 14 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Installation Connect your video sources to the SDC 1 as shown and described in the sections that lt Connecting the SDC 1 to follow Source Components HDMI Connections See Figure 3 3 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 through the SDC 1 and finally into the projector HD 1 INPUTS 12V VIDEO TRIGGERS HDMI Source DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out Figure 3 3 HDMI Source Connections Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 15 Installation Digital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections See Figure 3 4 HD 1 INPUTS i DIGITAL la INPUTS HD 2 INPUTS Vert Horiz Blue Pb Green Y Red Pr i gt THD 09 DTV RGB or Progressive Component YPbPr Source Figure 3 4 Digital DTV RGB Connections 16 Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual Analog Computer RGB Connections See Figure 3 5 HD 1 INPUTS B DIGITAL L INPUTS HD 2 INPUT Vert Horiz Blue Green Red in Personal Computer Figure 3 5 Analog RGB Connections Runco SDC 1 Owner s Operating Manual 17 Installation Installation Composite S Video Component Video See Figure 3
35. 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 intellectual property laws All rights are reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical electronic or other mea

preliminary

Contents

Download Pdf Manuals

Related Search

Related Contents