Runco Rs 900 Projector User Manual

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1. Place the projector upside down on a blanket or other soft surface. 
2. Install a nylon spacer (item #3) at each mounting hole location. 
3. Line up the four mounting holes on the CineWide base plate (item #2) with those on 
the bottom of the projector.
4.If you are mounting the RS-900/CineWide on a ceiling: Line up the four holes on 
the projector ceiling mounting plate (included with the projector ceiling mount kit) with 
those on...

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3.5 
Mounting the RS-900
There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen 
installation, one method may be more suitable than another. 
Floor Mounting (Upright)In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and 
level surface such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when moving a projector during a 
presentation or from site to site. If possible, lock the wheels when...

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3.6 
Connections to the 
RS-900
Proceed as follows to connect the RS-900 to your video sources, external controller(s) – if 
present – and AC power.
When connecting your equipment:
 Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
 Use the correct signal cables for each source.
 Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on 
connectors that have them.
Connector Panel AccessTo access the connector panel,...

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RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source (DVD player 
or HD set top box) to the COMP 2/RGB input; see 
Figure 3-11. You can use the included 
DB15HD-to-5 x BNC cable if your RGB source has a 15-pin, VGA-type connector. 
Figure 3-11. RGB Connections
Progressive Component Video Connections: Connect your progressive component 
source (DVD player or HD set top box) to the COMP 2/RGB input as shown in 
Figure 
3-12....

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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: Use the included cables to 
connect your composite, S-Video and component video sources to the RS-900 as shown 
in 
Figure 3-13. 
Figure 3-13. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections
S-VID /S-VID
DTV Source, 
DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver
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-900; see 
Figure 3-14. 
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on 
page 69.
Figure 3-14. RS-232 Control System Connection
➤
S-VID /S-VID
1 2 3 4 5
7 8 96
D-Sub 9-pin female RJ-11 MaleCommunication Cable,
RJ-11...

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Connecting 12-Volt 
Trigger Output to External 
Theater Equipment
If you are installing an RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope, use the cable supplied with the 
AutoScope Lens Motor to connect the motor to the 12-volt trigger output as shown in 
Figure 3-15. 
Figure 3-15. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to the AutoScope Lens Motor
If your home theater contains a retractable screen, screen mask or other 12-volt 
trigger-activated...

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Connecting to AC PowerProjector: The RS-900 ships with 
various types of AC power cords. 
Choose the one that is appropriate 
to your locale. 
Plug the female end of the power 
cord into the AC receptacle on the 
rear of the projector (AC 100V ~ 
240V). Then, connect the other end 
to your AC power source.
AutoScope Lens Motor: With AutoScope-equipped projectors, an additional power 
cord is provided for the lens motor. Plug the female...

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3.8 
Changing the OSD 
Language
The RS-900 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. (The change takes effect 
immediately.)
3.9 
Adjusting the Picture...

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3.11 
Installing and 
Adjusting the 
CineWide Anamorphic 
Lens
If you are installing a CineWide-equipped projector, proceed as follows to install and 
adjust the anamorphic lens. 
Runco offers two types of anamorphic lenses for its CineWide projectors: prismatic and 
cylindrical.
 The prismatic lens compresses the height of the image (as opposed to stretching the 
width) to achieve a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with a 1.78:1 display device. 
 The...