Page 3 - TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers; WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual iii TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For Projectors, Video Processors and Controllers 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 installatio...
Page 4 - EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
iv Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 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. Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to re...
Page 5 - Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual; Attn: Customer Service Department; RUNCO VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION; ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual v To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. Attn: Customer Service Department 2900 Faber Street Union City, CA 94587 Ph...
Page 6 - Safety Precautions
vi Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video projector! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the men...
Page 7 - Table of Contents
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual vii 1 Table of Contents TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................. iii Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................... vi...
Page 9 - List of Figures
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual ix 1 List of Figures 2-1. VX-2i Front/Bottom/Side View ...................................................................................... 5 2-2. VX-2i Rear Panel ....................................................................................................
Page 11 - Target Audience; EXIT; to return to the previous menu.”; Note
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 1 1.1 About This Manual This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco VX-2i DLP Projector. Throughout this manual, the Runco VX-2i DLP Projector is referred to simply as the “VX-2i.” Target Audience Runco has prepared this manual to h...
Page 12 - Graphic Conventions:; These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the; Tip
Introduction 2 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or injury: 1.2 Using This Manual Use the following table to locate the specific...
Page 13 - Key Features and Benefits
Introduction Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 3 1.3 Description, Features and Benefits Runco steps into the future once again with the Video Xtreme™ VX-2i Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projector, one of the first DLP projectors to offer a 16:9 native resolution, 3-chip system for home theater....
Page 14 - Parts List; Optional Accessories:; • Ceiling mount kit
Introduction 4 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Parts List Your VX-2i is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO. • VX-2i DLP Projector • Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batterie...
Page 15 - Pass cables through these openings.; Controls and Functions
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 5 2.1 VX-2i at a Glance Figure 2-1 shows the key VX-2i components. Figure 2-1. VX-2i Front/Bottom/Side View 1. INTAKE VENT 2. LENS 3. RUNCO LOGO The logo can be rotated to match the projector orientation: inverted (ceiling-mounted) or upright. To rotate the logo,...
Page 16 - COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT; For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.
Controls and Functions 6 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 2.2 VX-2i Rear Panel Figure 2-2 shows the VX-2i rear panel. Figure 2-2. VX-2i Rear Panel 1. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (Digital) Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output. 2. COMPONENT V...
Page 18 - POWER BUTTON; Disconnects or applies power to the VX-2i.
Controls and Functions 8 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 17. POWER BUTTON Press once to turn on the VX-2i. Press it again to put it into Standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on the remote control. 18. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the VX-2...
Page 20 - Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons; Press to select a Digital Video input. Press
Controls and Functions 10 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 9. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters, as follows: ANA (Anamorphic) (3) For 16:9 DVDs. 4X3 (Standard 4:3) (6) The input signal is scaled to fit 4:3 display...
Page 21 - Notes on Batteries
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 11 3.1 Remote Control To install batteries in the remote control, press up on the battery cover retainer clip and lift off the cover. Install the two AAA batteries with the correct polarity and then replace the cover. Notes on Batteries • Make sure that the batte...
Page 22 - Step; Choose a location for the projector
Installation 12 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 3.2 Quick Setup Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the VX-2i installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation specialist. Table 3-1. Ins...
Page 23 - Installation Type; Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options; Advantages; • Shares floor space with audience; Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation
Installation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 13 3.3 Installation Considerations Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into account to ensure your projector p...
Page 24 - Screen Type and Size; Front Screen Installations:; In front screen installations the projector and audience are; Rear screen installations:; There are two basic types of rear screens: diffused and
Installation 14 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Screen Type and Size Front Screen Installations: In front screen installations the projector and audience are positioned in front of the screen, which can be flat or curved; see Figure 3-1. Flat screens are recommended with this projector. They of...
Page 25 - Ambient Light; TD
Installation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 15 Screen Size: Choose a screen size that is appropriate for your lens and application. The size of the room and viewing distance are the defining factors; a rule of thumb is that the primary viewing distance be 1.5 times the screen width. To fill a ...
Page 26 - Throw Ratio
Installation 16 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Table 3-3 lists the available lens options for the VX-2i and their associated throw ratios. Table 3-3. VX-2i Lens Options Lens Option (Note 2) Throw Ratio (Throw Dist. ÷ Screen Width) Throw Distance Range (in inches, with 100-inch Wide Screen) Min...
Page 27 - Vertical Lens Shift:; The VX-2i provides up to 80% of downward vertical lens shift. For; Horizontal Lens Shift:; Ceiling Installation; With no vertical or horizontal lens shift, the lens center and
Installation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 17 Vertical and Horizontal Position Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular, perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen. Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen ...
Page 28 - lens is used in this example.; lens is used in this example.
Installation 18 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Figure 3-4. Vertical Lens Shift Figure 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift Base plate to lens center = approx. 5-6" (depending on the amount of lens shift) 50% Height Lens Shift (0.5 x H) 100% Height Lens Shift (1.0 x H) 150% Height Lens Shift (1.5 x H...
Page 29 - Using the On-Screen Menus
Installation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 19 Adjusting the Projection Angle If the screen is significantly higher or lower than the projector, you can also tilt the projector at a slight angle. In a ceiling installation, you do this by adjusting the ceiling mount. If you do this, you may nee...
Page 30 - When connecting your equipment:; DVI Source
Installation 20 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 3.4 Connections to the VX-2i Proceed as follows to connect the VX-2i to your video sources, external controller(s) -- if present -- and AC power. When connecting your equipment: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the cor...
Page 31 - DTV Source; Red Green Blue Horiz Vert
Installation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 21 Digital (DTV) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-8. Figure 3-8. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections DVI 1 DVI 1 HD1 HD2 Y G G Y H V INPUTS H V HD1 HD2 INPUTS R Pr Pr R B Pb Pb B DVI 2 DVI 2 COMPONENT VIDEO Pb Pr Y COMPONENT VIDEO Y Pr Pb VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO ...
Page 32 - Personal Computer
Installation 22 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-9. Figure 3-9. Analog RGB Connections DVI 1 DVI 1 HD1 HD2 Y G G Y H V INPUTS H V HD1 HD2 INPUTS R Pr Pr R B Pb Pb B DVI 2 DVI 2 COMPONENT VIDEO Pb Pr Y COMPONENT VIDEO Y Pr Pb VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO 2 S...
Page 34 - Connection; Control System; to CineWide with AutoScope
Installation 24 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual RS-232 Controller Connection Use a standard, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 CONTROL port on the VX-2i; see Figure 3-11. For more information about using this connection, refe...
Page 35 - ON; Component SD NTSC; You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 25 4.1 Turning on the Power 1. Turn on the main power switch on the projector. 2. Press the ON button on the remote control -- or the POWER button on the VX-2i rear panel -- to turn on the projector. The vacuum fluorescent display on the VX-2i rear panel briefly ...
Page 36 - Focus; Zoom; ENTER; Shift; MENU; to confirm your selection.
Operation 26 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 4.3 Lens Adjustments To access the motorized lens controls, select Display Device from the Service Menu, then select Lens from the Display Device menu. The Lens menu gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus: Focus T...
Page 38 - Main Menu; . Select the appropriate aspect ratio for the type of
Operation 28 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Main Menu The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all projector functions. (The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a passcode.) Input Source From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video ...
Page 39 - Aspect Ratio
Operation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 29 Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect Ratio Remote Control Key Description Anamorphic ANA The image is compressed vertically, but anamorphic software will appear properly proportioned. This is best suited for use with 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programming...
Page 40 - Picture; Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.; ISF Presets; Below Black
Operation 30 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Picture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your VX-2i for optimum picture quality. The VX-2i has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed ca...
Page 42 - Select Color and press; . While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter,; . While looking at the color
Operation 32 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Select Color and press ENTER . While looking at the col...
Page 43 - sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press; Input Position
Operation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 33 Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER . On your external test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-5. Adjust ...
Page 44 - video signal out beyond the edge of the display area.; Information; This menu; You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.
Operation 34 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual Overscan: Image Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the video signal out beyond the edge of the display area. Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television sets may not display the oute...
Page 46 - ISF Night - Display Color
Operation 36 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual ISF Day - Display Color: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color . ISF Day - Input Image: Refer to ISF Night - Input Image . ISF Day - Input Color: Refer to ISF Night - Input Color . Output Shift: The controls in the Output Shift menu are similar to those...
Page 47 - Lamp Replacement
Operation Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 37 Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary infrared (IR) codes to which the VX-2i will respond. By default, both are set to 17. You can change these codes if either: • Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for ...
Page 48 - Auto; This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when
Operation 38 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual HD Format: If for some reason the VX-2i does not properly detect the incoming signal format (color space) on the HD1 or HD2 inputs, specify it here (RGB or YUV). Otherwise, leave it set to Auto . Triggers: Select Triggers from the Service menu to con...
Page 49 - Loosen the four rear Lamp Cover screws and remove the cover.; Maintenance and Troubleshooting; Symptom
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 39 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 unplu...
Page 51 - Serial commands to the VX-2i take the following form:; Serial Communications; Command
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 41 6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration To interface the VX-2i with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software, connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-11. Configure the RS-232 controller or P...
Page 55 - Throw Distance; % of screen height above center
Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 45 7.1 VX-2i Specifications Table 7-1 lists the VX-2i specifications. 7. Specifications Table 7-1. VX-2i Specifications Projector Type: Digital Light Processing (DLP), 3-chip, 16:9 DMD Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9) Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamo...
Page 57 - Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specifications Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 47 Limited Warranty: Projector: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user.Lamp: 1000 hours or six (6) months, whichever comes first. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Table 7-1. VX-2i Specifications ...
Page 58 - all dimensions are in inches
Specifications 48 Runco VX-2i Owner’s Operating Manual 7.2 VX-2i Dimensions Figure 7-1 shows the VX-2i dimensions. Figure 7-1. VX-2i Dimensions 0 8.389 15.857 21.190 .500 25.737 .134 1.500 1.330 .750 9.245 1.500 12.123 R 10.680 0 1.620 23.990 all dimensions are in inches 14.671 9.934 0 1.685 19.505 ...
Page 60 - Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual
Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual Runco Inter national • 2900 Faber Street • Union City, CA 94587 • Ph (510) 324-7777 / (800) 23RUNCO / Fax (510) 324-9300 www.runco.com RUMA-011155 rev 11-04-05 S E R I A L N U M B E R
