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2-1. RS-1100 Front/Side/Top View ...................................................................................... 5
2-2. RS-1100 Rear/Bottom/Side View ................................................................................. 6
2-3. RS-1100 Rear Panel..................................................................................................... 7
2-4. RS-1100 Remote Control ............................................................................................. 9
3-1. Estimating Throw Distance ......................................................................................... 16
3-2. Projector Placement ................................................................................................... 18
3-3. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only) ............................................................................... 18
3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)........................................................................... 19
3-5. Folded Optics .............................................................................................................21
3-6. RS-1100 Ultra with AutoScope Lens Motor – Bottom View ........................................ 22
3-7. RS-1100 Ultra With Ceiling Mount Extension Brackets ............................................... 23
3-8. Connecting the RS-1100 to the SDC-1 ...................................................................... 25
3-9. HDMI/DVI Source Connections .................................................................................. 26
3-10. RGB Connections .................................................................................................... 26
3-11. Progressive Component Video Connections ............................................................. 27
3-12. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections......................................... 28
3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection ......................................................................... 29
3-14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to the AutoScope Lens Motor ...................... 30
3-15. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment...................................... 30
3-16. RS-1100 Ultra Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View .................... 33
3-17. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring ..................................................... 34
3-18. Standard RS-1100 Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View ............. 38
3-19. RS-1100 Ultra Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View .................... 40
4-1. RS-1100 OSD Menu Structure ................................................................................... 45
4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ......................................................... 47
4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast .......................................................... 48
4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint................................ 48
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness .............................................................. 50
4-6. Gain and Offset .......................................................................................................... 57
7-1. RS-1100 Dimensions ................................................................................................. 76
7-2. RS-1100 Ultra Dimensions ......................................................................................... 77 
						

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1.1 
About This Manual
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco RS-1100 
Series Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projectors. This product family consists of the 
RS-1100 and the RS-1100 Ultra Projectors, each of which are available with a variety of 
optional upgrades. 
Throughout this manual, the Runco RS-1100 Series DLP Projectors are referred to 
collectively as the “RS-1100.” Except where noted, the features and functions described 
in this manual are common to all versions of this product. 
Target AudienceRunco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the 
most out of the RS-1100. 
Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was 
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it 
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and 
other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.runco.com. 
If You Have Comments 
About This Manual...
Runco welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [email protected].
Textual and Graphic 
Conventions
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify 
the information and instructions provided:
 Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for 
example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”
 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 x063x .” 
 All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle 
brackets. These keys are the following: , , , 
 and .
 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:
1Introduction
A carriage return must be used after each command or string.Note 
						

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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: 
1.2 
Using This Manual
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. 
1.3 
Related Documents
The following are related Runco documents:
 Runco SDC-1 System Expansion Device Owner’s Operating Manual 
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. 
Tip
Note
Caution
WARNING
DANGER!
If you need...... Turn to page:
Information about obtaining serviceiv
General information about the RS-1100 Series 
DLP Projectors3
Installation instructions13
First-time configuration instructions 32
Advanced configuration instructions55
Troubleshooting tips66
Specifications for the RS-1100 Series DLP 
Projectors 73 
						

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1.4 
Description, Features 
and Benefits
The RS-1100 Series DLP Projectors offer the astounding picture quality and versatility 
heretofore associated with more expensive projectors. Their 1920 x 1080 native resolution 
DLP light engine features Runcos powerful SuperOnyx™ technology for bright, pristine 
high-definition (1080p) images.
Contrast ratio and dynamic range extend to new heights with Runcos exclusive 
Reflectance Volume Regulation™ (RVR), an electronically-controlled iris system. 
The RS-1100 is equipped with a precision optics package offering a power zoom control 
and a throw range of 1.55 to 1.98 times the screen width. The RS-1100 Ultra provides 
even greater installation flexibility, with five lens options from which to choose offering 
throw distances ranging from 1.03 to 4.75 times the screen width. 
The RS-1100s illumination system incorporates Runcos exclusive Selectable Lamp 
Intensity Control™ (SLIC™), which provides two light intensity levels to allow maximum 
flexibility for screen size, ambient light conditions, brightness and contrast balance, and 
lamp life preservation. It also has a newly refined cooling system, which increases 
efficiency and reduces noise levels.
The RS-1100 has been engineered to comply with Imaging Science Foundation™ (ISF) 
standards for maximum home theater image quality. Runcos sophisticated parameters 
for white balance and color gamut control have also been implemented for precise 
balance of gray scale and color. The RS-1100 incorporates Runco-proprietary 
de-interlacing technology that provides exceptional scaling and film-to-video (3:2 
pulldown) conversion for the most artifact-free images possible. 
For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope” 
(2.35:1) format, the RS-1100 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 RS-1100 Ultra is 
CineWide with AutoScope™, an enhanced, remote-controlled motorized version of 
CineWide.
The RS-1100 is available with or without the SDC-1, a versatile, high-performance digital 
video switcher. By providing a single, convenient connection point for home theater 
components that is separate from the projector, the SDC-1 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. 
Discrete IR and RS-232 control make custom installation seamless, while discrete source 
and aspect ratio selection accommodate any automation control system.  
						

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Key Features and BenefitsThe RS-1100 offers these key features and benefits: 
 Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio) 
 DLP system using SuperOnyx™ Digital Micromirror Device (DMD)
 8-segment, 5x color wheel produces wide dynamic range and rich grayscale
 Reflectance Volume Regulation (RVR™) provides for infinitely variable adjustment of the 
light path through the optics, enabling the perfect balance of black and white levels for 
each individual installation
 Picture in Picture/Picture by Picture functions allow you to display two inputs on the 
screen at the same time
 HDMI Input with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)
 HDTV Compatible
 CinOptx™ Proteus lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility 
(RS-1100 Ultra only)
Parts ListYour RS-1100 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. 
 RS-1100 or RS-1100 Ultra DLP Projector
 Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries 
 AC Power Cords (North America, Europe, Asia) 
 Source Connection Cables:
Composite Video
S-Video
 Component Video
 RGB (DB15HD-to-5 x BNC)
HDMI to HDMI
 HDMI to DVI
 +12-Volt Trigger Cable (3.5-mm, mini phono plug to two bare wires)
 Warranty information and registration card
 Runco RS-1100 Series Owner’s Operating Manual (this document) 
Optional Accessories - RS-1100 and RS-1100 Ultra: 
 CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)
 SDC-1 System Expansion Device
 Ceiling mount kit
Optional Accessories - RS-1100 Ultra Only: 
 CinOptx™ Proteus lens options 
 CineWide™ with AutoScope™ system (secondary anamorphic lens and motorized 
mount)
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2.1 
RS-1100 at a Glance
Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key RS-1100 components. 
Figure 2-1. RS-1100 Front/Side/Top View
1.RUNCO LOGO 
The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted) 
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and 
rotate it 180 degrees. 
2.PROJECTION LENS
3.TOP IR SENSOR
4.TEMP LED 
Indicates fan status and internal temperature as follows:
 Off during normal operation
 Red when internal temperature is too high
 Flashes red when the fans are not working or the lamp cover is open
5.INTAKE VENT
2. Controls and Functions
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6.POWER/STANDBY LED 
Indicates power status as follows:
 Orange when the projector is in standby mode
 Flashes orange for 45 seconds after the projector is turned on to indicate that the 
lamp is warming up
 Green during normal operation
 Flashes green for 110 seconds after the projector is turned off to indicate that the 
lamp is cooling down
7.LAMP LED 
Indicates lamp status as follows:
 Off during normal operation
 Red when the lamp has exceeded its usage life or developed a problem.
 Flashes red when the fans are not working or the lamp cover is open
8.EXHAUST VENT
9.FRONT IR SENSOR
Figure 2-2. RS-1100 Rear/Bottom/Side View
1.RUNCO LOGO 
The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted) 
or upright. To rotate the logo, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and 
rotate it 180 degrees. 
2.CABLE OPENING 
Pass cables through this opening.
3.CABLE ACCESS DOOR 
Open to access connectors. 
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4.LAMP MODULE COVER 
Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.
5.FRONT/REAR ADJUSTERS 
Use these to adjust the projector height or projection angle.
6.CEILING MOUNT HOLES  
Use these to attach the ceiling bracket to the projector.
2.2 
RS-1100 Rear Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the RS-1100 rear panel.
Figure 2-3. RS-1100 Rear Panel
1.HDMI (Digital) 
HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a 
DVI or HDMI output.
2.SDC-1 R-LinkTM Input (RS-1100/SDC-1 and RS-1100 Ultra/SDC-1 only) 
DVI-style connector for connecting the SDC-1 System Expansion Device output to a 
RS-1100 or RS-1100 Ultra. (Connect your sources to the SDC-1 inputs.) 
 
 
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Connect ONLY an SDC-1 to the R-Link input! Although the 
R-Link looks like a DVI input, it does not function like one and 
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3.COMP 1 (RCA connectors) 
Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for 
component video from sources such as DVD players.
4.COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT 
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other 
composite video source.
5.S-VIDEO  
A standard S-Video input for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS 
(S-VHS) VCR. 
6.POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) 
Connect the RS-1100 to power here. 
7.MAIN POWER SWITCH 
Disconnects or applies power to the RS-1100.
8.RS-232 CONTROL PORT 
A female, RJ-11 connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater 
automation/control system. 
9.12-VOLT (250 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUT (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)  
Connection for a 12-volt trigger-controlled device. This can be a retractable screen, 
screen mask or the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system. 
10.COMP 2 / RGB 
Five, BNC connectors for connecting either RGB or component (YPbPr) 
high-definition signal sources. (The RS-1100 automatically detects the signal format.) 
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.Tip