Runco Vx 6c Projector User Manual

Owner’s Operating Manual
VX-4c and VX-6c
Digital Light Processing Projector
and VHD™ Ultra Controller 

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section ContentsPage
Introduction1.1 The VX-4c/VX-6c Projector  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.2 Anamorphic Lens  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1.3 Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1.4 Purchase Record and Servicing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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

INTRODUCTION
The VX-4c/VX-6c projectoris a professional quality
DMD
TMprojector that uses Digital Light ProcessingTM
(DLPTM) technology from Texas Instruments to achieve
high-brightness multimedia and video projection. The
VX-4c/VX-6c is compatible with standard international
video formats and can interface with IBM
TM-compatible
PC, Macintosh
TMcomputers and high-definition (DTV)
decoders. The VX-4c/VX-6c is ideal for use in both large
and small home theaters; performing exceptionally well
in venues...

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INTRODUCTION
ANAMORPHIC LENS
DLP™ projectors use a small device called a DMD™ (Digital Micromirror Device) to create the
video image. DMDs are designed in aspect ratios ranging from 4:3 (standard) and 16:9
(widescreen), to 5:4 (digital cinema). Understanding that more and more home theaters are
designed using 16:9 or cinemascope projection screens (similar to your local Cineplexs), Runco
has developed an anamorphic lens system to make the 5:4 DMD fully compatible with a home
theater that has 16:9 and...

INTRODUCTION
1.3 Components
Included with the VX-4c/VX-6c is an infrared (IR) remote keypad, high-current 13 amp rated line
cord, a 9/64” hex socket ball driver, and a VX-4c/VX-6c 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.
1.4 Purchase Record and Servicing
Whether the projector is under warranty...

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 4.4, Replacing the Lens.
2.1 Quick Setup
Follow these steps for...

INSTALLATION AND SETUP
2.2 Installing The Lens
A variety of lenses are available to accommodate different throw distances and specific types of
installations. See page 2-10 for details. To change/install a lens, follow the steps below.
NOTES: 1)You will need a 9/64”(3mm or 3.5mm) hex socket ball driver (supplied with projec-
tor) or allen wrench for this procedure. 2)“Top” or “bottom” references assume a non-inverted
projector, as illustrated. 3) If you are installing a lens, first make sure its Lens...

INSTALLATION AND SETUP
z IF ZOOM LENS: Access to the 3 lens mount
screws is likely blocked by the toothed zoom ring
in front of it. First rotate the zoom ring by hand
until its 3 access holes align with the screws, then
insert the hex socket ball driver through the holes
to loosen the screws-do not remove. See figure to
the right.
STEP 3Rotate the lens barrel slightly
zUsing both hands, rotate the lens barrel counter-
clockwise until the screw heads align with the larg-
er end of their slots on the...