Runco Rs 440lt Projector User Manual

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S-Video/Composite Video Connections: Connect your S-Video and composite video 
sources to the RS-440 as shown in 
Figure 3-12.
Figure 3-12. Composite and S-Video Connections
Composite   S-Video
DVD Player, VCR,
LaserDisc, Camcorder
etc. 

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RS-232 Controller 
Connection
Use the communication cable supplied with the projector to connect a PC or home 
theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port on the RS-440; see 
Figure 3-13. 
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on 
page 61.
Figure 3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection
➤
876
592143
Pin   Function
2    Transmit Data (in)
3    Receive Data (out)
5...

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Connecting 12-Volt 
Trigger Output to External 
Theater Equipment
If your home theater contains a retractable screen, screen mask or other 12-volt 
trigger-activated equipment, connect it to the 12-volt trigger output as shown in 
Figure 
3-14. 
Figure 3-14. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment
3.7 
Turning on the Power
1. Turn on your source components.
2. Plug the female end of the power cord into the 
AC...

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3.8 
Changing the OSD 
Language
The RS-440 OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in 
French, Spanish, Italian or German. To change the OSD language:
1. Press MENU.
2. Select Installation from the Main Menu and press ENTER.
3. Select Language from the Installation Menu and press ENTER.
4. Press  or  to highlight the desired language and press ENTER. 
3.9 
Adjusting the Picture 
Orientation
By...

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3.10 
Primary Lens 
Adjustments
The RS-440 gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus. 
Figure 3-15 shows the location of the focus and zoom controls; Figure 3-16 shows the 
location of the lens shift controls. 
Focus and ZoomTo focus the projected image, rotate the focus ring left or right.
To make the picture larger (zoom in), rotate the zoom ring to the left (toward the Runco 
logo). To make the...

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Shift To change the projected image position, rotate the vertical and/or horizontal lens shift 
dials.
Figure 3-16. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Controls
➤
Do not force the lens shift dials beyond their respective ranges. This 
may cause the projector to malfunction. Caution
Lens shift dial
(Horizontal)Lens shift dial
(Vertical)  

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3.11 
Installing and 
Adjusting the 
CineWide Anamorphic 
Lens
If you are installing an RS-440LT/CineWide, proceed as follows to install and adjust the 
anamorphic lens. 
The CineWide anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-17. 
Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in 
these instructions. 
Figure 3-17. Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View
It is...

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1. Use the Height/Pitch Adjustment 
Screws (2) and Washers (3) to attach 
the Lens Mounting Bracket (5) to the 
Anamorphic Lens (1).
2. Remove the nut and rubber collar 
from each Swell Latch Assembly (4). 
3. Secure the lens (with the mounting 
bracket attached) to the Lens Base 
Plate (6) using the swell latches. 
 
 
 
 
Adjusting the Lens Height and Angle: 
1. Project a white field on the screen.
2. Loosen the four Height/Pitch...

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4. Then, adjust the anamorphic lens angle so that the projected image is rectangular:  
  
The anamorphic lens will almost always be angled with respect to the projector; this is 
normal. 
5. When the height and angle are properly set, tighten the Height/Pitch Adjustment 
Screws to secure the lens in place.
There may be some pincushion distortion even after the lens is 
properly adjusted, especially at shorter throw distances. If...

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Notes: