Runco Rs 900 Projector User Manual

							OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
RS-900 Series
1080p Digital Light ProcessingTM Projectors
RS-900
RS-900/CineWide
RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope 
						

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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. 
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, 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.
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 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.
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.
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS: 
						

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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.
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.
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 2007 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 means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
Reflection, Enhanced GEN3, 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.
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION:
CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:  
						

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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
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  
						

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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.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider 
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is 
provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of 
the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus. 
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by Runco.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in 
any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, 
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. The +12V trigger only outputs 12Vdc signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could 
cause damage to this unit.
16. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.
17. 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.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING 
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of 
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure 
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric 
shock. 
 
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of 
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying the appliance. 
CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL. 
						

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Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, a subsidiary of Planar Systems, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address: 2900 Faber Street, Union City, CA 94587
  hereby declares that the products Model Numbers:
RS-900, RS-900/CineWide and RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope
conform with the provisions of:
Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;
EN 55022 “Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology equipment” 
1998;
EN 55024 “Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology equipment” 1998;
Including:
 EN 61000-4-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 2: 
Electrostatic discharge immunity test”
 EN 61000-4-3 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 3: Radiated, 
Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test” 
 EN 61000-4-4 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 4: Electrical 
fast transient/burst immunity test”
 EN 61000-4-5 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 5: Surge 
immunity test
 EN 61000-4-6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 6: Conducted 
disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields immunity test
 EN 61000-4-8 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 8: Conducted 
disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test
 EN 61000-4-11 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 11: Voltage 
dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests
And:
 EN 61000-3-2 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment 
input current up to and including 16 A per phase) 2000;
 EN 61000-3-3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 3: Limitations of voltage changes, voltage 
fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A 
and not subject to conditional connection 1995;
Council Directive 2006/95/EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety;
EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”
The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Planar Systems, Inc., 
1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006.
Date of Declaration: October 2007
Compliance Information
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:  
						

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NOTE: 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. 
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not 
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be 
hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws. 
For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG. 
For lamp specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. 
This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be treated as 
household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable collection 
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, 
you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could 
otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve 
natural resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please 
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
FCC PART 15: 
INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003): 
IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS
DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applicable throughout the European 
Union and other European countries with separate collection programs) 
						

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TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  ................................................................................. iii
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................ vi
Compliance Information ............................................................................................... vii
1.Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1
About This Manual  ....................................................................................................... 1
Target Audience ..................................................................................................... 1
If You Have Comments About This Manual... .......................................................... 1
Textual and Graphic Conventions ........................................................................... 1
Using This Manual  ........................................................................................................ 2
Description, Features and Benefits  ............................................................................... 3
Key Features and Benefits ...................................................................................... 4
Parts List ................................................................................................................ 4
2.Controls and Functions ............................................................................................ 5
RS-900 at a Glance ...................................................................................................... 5
RS-900 Rear Panel  ...................................................................................................... 8
RS-900 Remote Control  ............................................................................................. 10
3.Installation ............................................................................................................... 15
Remote Control  .......................................................................................................... 15
Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................ 15
Notes on Remote Control Operation ..................................................................... 15
Quick Setup  ............................................................................................................... 16
Installation Considerations  .......................................................................................... 17
Installation Type .................................................................................................... 17
Ambient Light ....................................................................................................... 17
Throw Distance..................................................................................................... 18
Vertical and Horizontal Position ............................................................................. 19
Vertical Lens Shift ................................................................................................. 20
Folded Optics ....................................................................................................... 21
Other Considerations ............................................................................................ 21
Installing the Optional CineWide/AutoScope Lens Mount ........................................... 21
Installing the AutoScope Lens Motor (RS-900/CineWide with AutoScope) ............ 22
Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (RS-900/CineWide, Prismatic Lens) ....... 25
Installing the Fixed CineWide Base Plate (RS-900/CineWide, Cylindrical Lens) ...... 26 
						

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Mounting the RS-900  ................................................................................................. 28
Floor Mounting (Upright) ....................................................................................... 28
Ceiling Mounting (Inverted) .................................................................................... 28
Adjusting the Projector Height or Projection Angle ................................................ 28
Connections to the RS-900  ........................................................................................ 29
Connector Panel Access....................................................................................... 29
Connecting Source Components to the RS-900 ................................................... 29
RS-232 Controller Connection .............................................................................. 32
Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment ....................... 33
Connecting to AC Power ...................................................................................... 34
Turning on the Power  ................................................................................................. 34
Changing the OSD Language  ..................................................................................... 35
Adjusting the Picture Orientation  ................................................................................ 35
Primary Lens Adjustments  .......................................................................................... 35
Focus and Zoom .................................................................................................. 35
Vertical Lens Shift ................................................................................................. 35
Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens ............................................. 36
Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment - RS-900/CineWide with  
AutoScope or RS-900/CineWide (McKinley or Rainier II Lens) ............................... 37
Anamorphic Lens Installation and Adjustment - RS-900/CineWide (Whitney Lens) 42
4.Operation ................................................................................................................. 45
Selecting Video Memory ............................................................................................. 45
Selecting an Aspect Ratio  .......................................................................................... 45
Adjusting the Picture  .................................................................................................. 45
Selecting An Input Source  .......................................................................................... 45
Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP)  ..................................................................................... 46
Using the On-Screen Menus  ...................................................................................... 46
Main Menu............................................................................................................ 48
Source Select ....................................................................................................... 48
Picture Adjust ....................................................................................................... 48
Aspect Ratio ......................................................................................................... 53
Installation............................................................................................................. 55
Information ........................................................................................................... 59
Setup.................................................................................................................... 59
ISF ........................................................................................................................ 61