Runco Vx 2cx Projector User Manual

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ServiceUse the Service menu to access advanced projector configuration settings. This menu 
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.
Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns 
on the VX-2. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars. 
Press MENU to exit test pattern mode.  
 
 
 
 
Input Names: You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name....

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When you change a remote code on the VX-2, you must re-program your remote control 
to send that same code. To do this:
1. Using a straightened paper clip or similar object, press and hold the 
CODE button on the remote control for approximately three 
seconds, or until the red LED on the remote lights solid red.
2. Enter a new two-digit code between 00 and 31 inclusive. Include a 
leading zero for single-digit codes; for example,...

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Triggers: Select Triggers from the Service menu to configure the 12-volt trigger outputs. 
You can assign one or more trigger outputs to each aspect ratio. Those triggers are then 
activated by selecting that aspect ratio. 
If your projector is equipped with the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system, assign at 
least one trigger output (the same one to which the lens motor is connected) to the 
Cinema and Virtualwide 2.35 aspect...

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Notes: 

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5.1 
Lamp Replacement
The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically 2000 hours), or 
sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Runco dealer to 
obtain a replacement lamp.
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for 
approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
2. Loosen the four rear Lamp Cover 
screws and...

Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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VX-2cx Lens Replacement1. Loosen the captive Phillips screw from the 
bottom of the front lens decorative bezel.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2. Slide the bezel upward to remove it. 
 
3. Remove the foam shield around the front of the lens.  
4. Using the red-handled, 3-mm hex driver 
provided with the projector, loosen the 
three, captive Allen screws on the outer 
ring of the lens assembly. 
  
 
 
 
 
 
5. Gently pull the...

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Note that the lens mount flange has a 
female socket connector for the lens motor 
on the right side of the flange. 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Note that the lens assembly motor has a 
male socket connector. 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6. Hold the replacement lens assembly with 
the motor facing upward. Carefully insert 
the back of the lens assembly into the hole 
in the lens flange. 
 
 
DO NOT PUSH THE LENS ASSEMBLY 
ALL...

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9. Replace the foam lens shield.  
10. Reattach the front lens bezel by sliding the 
top down onto the two retaining dowels. 
11. Tighten the Phillips screw on the bottom of 
the bezel to secure it. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
VX-2dcx Lens 
Replacement
Figure 5-1 shows the VX-2dcx lens assembly.  
Figure 5-1. VX-2dcx Lens Assembly Exploded View
➤
Front of LensMotor Assembly
Electrical Connector
and Harness
Projector Front...

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1. Remove the Projector Front Jewelry by 
loosening the captive #2 Phillips screw 
below the lens.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2. Locate and unplug the Motor Assembly 
Connector. Note the connector 
orientation for when you install the new 
lens. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3. Locate the six 9/64” Hex Mounting 
Screws (two each at 12
 oclock, 
9
 oclock and 6 oclock). 
4. Remove the six Mounting Screws while 
supporting the Lens...

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6.Install New Lens Assembly: Repeat 
Steps 1 through 5 in reverse order. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Make sure to route the wire harness in its original position and away 
from the moving lens stages and Motor Assembly, to prevent 
unexpected disconnection or lens damage. Caution