Runco X 450d Projector User Manual

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Figure 3-14 shows how to connect the Dimension Digital Controller to the projector. 
Figure 3-14. Connecting the Dimension Digital Controller to the Projector Runco recommends using the RS-232 communication link 
between the X-400d/X-450d projector and the Dimension Digital 
Controller. However, display control using HDMI CEC control 
messages is also possible. For more information on this capability, 
please contact Runco...

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Connecting an Audio
Processor or Secondary
Display Device to the
Dimension Digital
Controller (Optional)The Dimension Digital Controller provides a second HDMI output (labeled HDMI Out 
(Audio Only)) for connection to an audio receiver/switching system or secondary display 
device for monitoring purposes. See Figure 3-15. 
Figure 3-15. Audio Processor Connection to Dimension Digital Controller➤
The Dimension Digital Controller...

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Additional Connections to 
the Dimension Digital 
Controller (Optional)  The Dimension Digital Controller provides the following interfaces to external equipment 
that allow it to control or be controlled by that equipment:
 An RS-232 interface to a PC or control/automation system;
 Three (3), 12-volt trigger outputs;
 An infrared (IR) repeater input;
 An Ethernet network interface for serial command control (via Telnet),...

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Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment: If your X-400d/X-450d 
is equipped with an anamorphic lens, connect the +12V Trigger Input on the lens 
transport to a 12-volt trigger output on the Dimension Digital Controller; see Figure 3-17. 
Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or 
screen masks) to the other trigger outputs. 
Figure 3-17. Connecting 12-volt...

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Connecting an External IR Receiver to the Dimension Digital Controller: If infrared 
signals from the remote control cannot reach the Dimension Digital Controller due to 
excessive distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an 
external IR receiver to extend the range of the remote control. See Figure 3-18. 
Figure 3-18. External IR Receiver Connection
RS-232
IRPri. Display Control Sec. Display...

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Ethernet Network Connection: Use a standard, Category 5 network cable with an 
RJ-45 plug to connect a network hub, router or gateway to the Ethernet port on the 
Dimension Digital Controller; see Figure 3-19. 
Figure 3-19. Ethernet Network Connection to Dimension Digital Controller
PC / ControlRS-232
IR
Control Sec. Display Control
HDMI 7
HDMI 8
Ethernet
HDMI Out
To Sec. Display
HDMI Out
To Pri. Display HDMI Out
Audio OnlyPC...

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Connecting Source 
Components to the 
Dimension Digital 
Controller  Connect your video sources to the Dimension Digital Controller as shown and described 
in the sections that follow. 
DisplayPort Source Connection: See Figure 3-20. 
Figure 3-20. DisplayPort Source Connection
USB
To Accessory 
Video 1 YVideo 2
Video 3
Pr PbHDMI 1
HDMI 2HDMI 3
HDMI 4 Component / SCARTTRIGGERS
RS-232
12 3
HD1
3D SYNC
HD2 DisplayPort
USB...

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HDMI Source Connections: See Figure 3-21. 
Figure 3-21. HDMI Source Connections Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest 
video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain 
throughout the entire signal path, from source component output 
into the projector. 
You can also connect computers with DVI output to these inputs. 
Refer to Supported Timings on page 134 for a list of compatible...

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Component Video Source Connections: Connect your component video sources to 
the HD1, HD2 and/or Component/SCART inputs as shown in Figure 3-22. 
Figure 3-22. Component Video Source Connections
USB
To Accessory  Box
Video 1 YVideo 2
Video 3
Pr PbHDMI 1
HDMI 2HDMI 3
HDMI 4 Component / SCARTTRIGGERS
RS-232
12 3
HD1
3D SYNC
HD2 DisplayPor
USB
ToAccessory Box
Video 2
Video3
HDMI1
HDMI 2
HDMI3
HDMI4
TRIGGERSRS-2321233D SYNC...

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RGBHV Source Connections: Connect personal computers and/or other RGB sources 
to the HD1 and/or HD2 inputs as shown in Figure 3-23. 
Figure 3-23. RGBHV Source Connections
Video 1 YVideo 2
Video 3
Pr Pb Component / SCARTTRIGGERS
12 3HD1
3D SYNC
HD2 DisplayPor
or
Video 1YVideo2
Video 3PrPb
Component / SCART
TRIGGERS1233D SYNC
DisplayPor
ComputerRGB Camcorder