Runco Vx 5000ci Projector User Manual

OWNER’SOPERATINGMANUAL
VX-5000ci Projector
& DHD™ Controller
Widescreen Digital Light Processing™ Projector &
DHD™ Video Controller with Vivix™ Technology 

Table of Contents
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Introduction...................................................................................................................... 3
Warnings and Safety Precautions.................................................................................. 4
Warning ........................................................................................................................5
Safety...

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Introduction
The new VX-5000ci builds off of the versatility of the VX-5000c DLP™by employing Runcos 3rd
Generation engineering practices. The GEN 3 features included with the VX-5000ci are: motorized
Reflectance Volume Regulation (RVR), digital video input with HDCP, 9 point Color Balance, and the
contrast 16:9 HD-2 DMD (Digital Micro-Mirror Device) from Texas Instruments™. The remote controlled
Reflectance Volume Regulation (RVR) allows adjustable iris control of contrast ratio versus light output...

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Warnings and Safety Precautions
WARNING
FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
CAUTION:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE THIS UNITS POLAR-
IZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS THE
PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET...

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Declaration of Conformity
SAFETY TIPS
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below to ensure the equipment is free from
damage, and to ensure that no injury will occur as a result of improper use.
· Do not insert any object, especially metal or liquids, into the Projector or DHD Controller.
· Do not place any objects containing water or any other liquid on top of the Projector or DHD    
Controller.
· Do not place the units in direct sunlight, near heaters or in extremely dusty or humid...

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LIMITED WARRANTY
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. Please read this consumer
protection plan carefully and retain it with your other important documents. 
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined by the U.S. Consumer Product Warranty and Federal Trade
Commission Improvement...

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EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
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.
IMPORTANT: WARRANTY REGISTRATION:
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.
TO OBTAIN SERVICE, CONTACT YOUR RUNCO DEALER:
Repairs made under the terms of the...

Features and Benefits
The VX-5000ci system is a very unique system and has many important features, including:
• Native 1280 x 720, Single HD-2, 16:9 DMD™ Chip creates images with appropriate black levels in 
darkened scenes
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• DVI input allows digital connections for a richer pixel for pixel and unadjusted signal.
• RVR or Reflectance Volume Regulation, a GEN 3 engineering advancement. It allows the Installer to 
adjust light output vs. contrast ratios for proper image quality in any viewing...