Runco Vx 5c Projector User Manual

Owner’s Operating Manual
VX-5c
Digital Light Processing Projector
and  VHD Ultra Controller
The World’s Finest Home Theater Products TM TM 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Introduction1.1 The Projectors  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.2 Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1.3 Purchase Record and Servicing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Installation and Setup2.1 Quick Setup  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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VHD Ultra Controller Manual  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Warnings and Safety Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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INTRODUCTION
The VX-5c projectoris a professional quality DMDTMprojector that uses Digital Light
Processing
TM(DLPTM) technology from Texas Instruments to achieve high-brightness
multimedia and video projection. Both models are compatible
with standard international video formats and can interface with
IBM
TM-compatible PC, MacintoshTMcomputers and high-defini-
tion (DTV) decoders. The VX-5c is ideal for use in large audi-
ence venues in which there may be high levels of ambient light,
such as in...

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1.2 Components
Included with the VX-5c is an infrared (IR) remote keypad, high-current 13 amp rated line cord,
a 9/64” hex socket ball driver, and a VX-5c owner’s manual. Make sure that you have all these
items, and note that if you have purchased this projector, a purchaser’s Warranty Registration
Card is also included. Complete this card and return it directly to Runco International as soon as
possible.
1.3 Purchase Record and Servicing
Whether the projector is under warranty or the...

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This section explains how to install and set up the projector.  If you are familiar with the projector and want to
quickly set it up for temporary use, follow the Quick Setup instructions below. For a more complete setup, fol-
low the instructions and guides covered in the remaining subsections.
NOTE: 1) The lens is not mounted when the projector is shipped from the factory. For instructions on how to
install or replace a lens, refer to 4.5, Replacing the Lens.
2.1 Quick Setup
Follow these steps for...

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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
STEP 6Adjust Image
zZOOM:With the input image displayed, rotate the textured ring on
the lens barrel to increase or decrease the image size (this requires a
zoom lens). If you don’t have a zoom lens or you can’t adjust the
image enough, the projector may not be positioned at the proper throw
distance for your screen size. Power down, unplug the projector and
move it towards or away from the screen. See 2.3, Projector Position
and Mountingfor details.
zFOCUS:At the lens...

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Installation Type
Choose the installation type which suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or invert-
ed mount.
Screen TypeFront Screen Installations
While there are two basic screen types, flat and curved, generally flat screens are recommended
for this projector. Flat screens offer a gain of about 1 with a viewing angle just less than 180°. The
image is diffused equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles.
Because of the...

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Figure 2.1. Audience Coverage with Flat Screen
NOTE: Lenses for this projector are designed primarily for use with flat screens, but the projec-
tor depth-of-field range allows the lens to be focused on curved screens as well. While focus
remains sharp in the corners, there may be significant pincushion distortion, primarily at the top
of the screen.
Rear Screen Installations
There are two basic types of rear screens: diffused and optical. A diffused screen has a surface
that...