Runco Projection Television VX 2ix User Guide

OWNERS OPERATING MANUAL  
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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 installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of  
unparalleled video performance.  
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your  
other important documents.  
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
SERVICE LABOR: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of  
manufacturing defect for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the lamp).  
PARTS (not including the lamp): Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in  
materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement  
parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
PROJECTOR LAMP: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a  
manufacturing defect for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to  
the end user. In addition, Runco will provide a new or rebuilt replacement lamp for the lamp that fails due to defects in materials  
or workmanship for a period of six (6) months or 1000 hours, whichever comes first, from the effective date of delivery to the  
end user. Such replacement lamps are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty  
period.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does  
not cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from  
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper  
maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and  
brownouts; damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote  
control units, damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this  
Limited Warranty.  
CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED  
DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.  
MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS  
SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION  
AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED RUNCO DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER  
THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR RUNCO  
PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY RUNCO AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.  
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:  
Runco limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There  
are no express warranties. Runco also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to  
the failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and  
some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or  
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from  
state to state.  
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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.  
CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:  
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Runco video product will be performed at the location of  
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Runco  
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Runco factory for  
repairs. If, solely in Runco’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest  
Runco Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Runco factory, it is the owner’s  
responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Runco  
Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Runco directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Runco will  
return product transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping  
costs will be the responsibility of the owner.  
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:  
© Copyright 2006 Runco International. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright, trademark and  
other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,  
electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.  
Reflection, Enhanced GEN3, DHD, Vivix, Virtual Cinema, CineWide, AutoScope, O-Path, CinOptx, LiveLink, CSMS, SuperOnyx  
and VirtualWide are trademarks of Runco International.  
THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.  
All other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.  
Runco International products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other  
Patents Pending.  
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  
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: (510) 324-7777  
Fax: (510) 324-9300  
Toll Free: (800) 23-RUNCO  
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Safety Precautions  
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  
menus and operation.  
WARNING  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of  
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure  
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric  
shock.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)  
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  
SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of  
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the  
literature accompanying the appliance.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC  
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Do not use this equipment near water, outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.  
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.  
6. Do not block any ventilation openings.  
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that  
produce heat.  
8. Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized type plug has two blades with one  
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for  
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete  
outlet.  
9. The 12V trigger only outputs DC 12V signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could  
cause damage to this unit.  
10. Only use accessories specified by Runco International.  
11. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.  
12. Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time.  
13. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to  
removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of  
lamps beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way,  
objects have fallen or spilled into the projector, the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate  
normally, or has been dropped.  
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1Table of Contents  
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1. Introduction  
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco VX-2ix DLP  
Projector. Throughout this manual, the Runco VX-2ix DLP Projector is referred to simply  
as the “VX-2ix.”  
1.1  
About This Manual  
Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the  
most out of the VX-2ix.  
Target Audience  
Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was  
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it  
If You Have Comments  
About This Manual...  
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify  
the information and instructions provided:  
Textual and Graphic  
Conventions  
• Remote and built-in keypad button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for  
example, “Press EXIT to return to the previous menu.”  
• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is  
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to  
Letterbox, type LETTERBOX <Enter>.”  
• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle  
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>, <Esc>  
and <Tab>.  
<Enter>indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your  
keyboard if it has both keys.  
In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used  
to highlight important information, as in this example:  
A carriage return must be used after each command or string.  
Note  
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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:  
TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using  
certain features.  
Tip  
NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special  
significance. They also provide supplemental information.  
Note  
CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can  
degrade performance or cause a malfunction.  
Caution  
WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result  
in damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.  
WARNING  
DANGER!  
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or  
death.  
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.  
1.2  
Using This Manual  
If you need...  
... Turn to page:  
Information about obtaining service  
General information about the VX-2ix DLP Projec-  
tor  
Installation instructions  
First-time configuration instructions  
Advanced configuration instructions  
Troubleshooting tips  
VX-2ix DLP Projector specifications  
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Runco steps into the future once again with the Video Xtreme™ VX-2ix Digital Light  
Processing (DLP™) Projector, one of the world’s first THX Certified, high-definition home  
1.3  
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Description, Features  
and Benefits  
theater projectors.  
THX recommends the use of 720p source material for optimal  
performance with this product.  
Note  
The VX-2ix optical light engine utilizes three, 16:9 SuperOnyx™ Digital Micromirror  
Device™ (DMD™) chips featuring 1280 x 720, high-definition resolution and 12-degree  
mirror tilt for unsurpassed black level performance. Unlike previous, single-chip DLP  
implementations, no color wheel is used. This reduces mechanical complexity and  
compromises to color spectrum purity. The impressive brightness inherent in 3-chip  
systems is further bolstered by the improved contrast capabilities of the VX-2ix light  
engine design, offering the best of both worlds.  
The VX-2ix is equipped with an embedded, all-digital signal processor/controller featuring  
advanced Vivix II™ video processing, superb scaling and aspect ratio control. The VX-2ix  
is enhanced further by significant horizontal and vertical lens shift capability for maximum  
installation flexibility.  
The VX-2ix produces an impressive 2500 ANSI lumens of light output (CSMS™ light  
output of 52.1 ft-Lamberts). The VX-2ix’s 16:9 native aspect ratio DMD array makes it  
ideal for widescreen viewing, while its 3-chip, 1280 x 720 native resolution produces crisp,  
crystal clear high-definition images with richly saturated colors, deep black levels and  
natural, highly refined detail.  
This advanced design provides pure digital connections from input to light engine for  
absolutely stellar pictures. In addition, Runco’s multiple aspect ratio control includes its  
unique VirtualWide™ mode for viewing standard video formats in widescreen without loss  
of image quality.  
For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope”  
(2.35:1) format, the VX-2ix can be equipped with Runco’s patent-pending CineWide™  
technology, a combination of software, electronics and high-quality anamorphic optics.  
CineWide maintains constant vertical height on the screen just as in a movie theater.  
When a viewer transitions from 1.78:1 (16:9) program material to 2.35:1, the image simply  
gets wider while full height is maintained. Also available with the VX-2ix is CineWide with  
AutoScope™, an enhanced, remote-controlled motorized version of CineWide.  
CineWide requires the use of a 2.35:1 or similar aspect ratio superwide  
format screen.  
Note  
Discrete IR and RS-232 control make custom installation seamless, while discrete source  
and aspect ratio selection accommodate any automation control system.  
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Key Features and Benefits  
The VX-2ix offers these key features and benefits:  
• Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)  
• Three-chip Digital Light Processing (DLP™) system  
• Two DVI Inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)  
• HDTV Compatible  
• CinOptx™ Proteus lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility  
Parts List  
Your VX-2ix 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-2ix DLP Projector  
• Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries  
• DVI Cable, 16.4 feet (5.0 meters)  
• AC Power Cord  
• 3.0-mm, Ball-Point Hex Driver  
• (1) Warranty information and registration card  
• Runco VX-2ix Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)  
Optional Accessories:  
• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)  
• CineWide™ with AutoScope™ system (secondary anamorphic lens and motorized  
mount)  
• Ceiling mount kit  
• LiveLink™ DVI Cabling System  
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2. Controls and Functions  
Figure 2-1 shows the key VX-2ix components.  
2.1  
VX-2ix at a Glance  
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Figure 2-1. VX-2ix 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, grip it at the sides, pull it away from the projector and  
rotate it 180 degrees.  
4. EXHAUST VENT  
5. CABLE OPENINGS  
Pass cables through these openings.  
6. IR SENSOR  
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Figure 2-2 shows the VX-2ix rear panel.  
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VX-2ix Rear Panel  
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DVI 1  
DVI 2  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
A N D B Y  
P O W E R / S T  
STANDBY / POWER  
O F F / O N  
ON / OFF  
RUNCO INTERNATIONAL  
UNION CITY, CA  
(LAMP COVER)  
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MENU  
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Figure 2-2. VX-2ix 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 VIDEO (RCA connectors)  
Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for  
component video from sources such as DVD players.  
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.  
Tip  
3. HD1 / HD2 (Analog BNC connectors)  
Two inputs (five BNCs per input) for connecting either RGB or component  
high-definition television signals. The VX-2ix automatically detects the signal format:  
RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.  
4. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT  
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other  
composite video source.  
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5. 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS  
Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices. These can be  
retractable screens, screen masks or the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system.  
6. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2  
Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super  
VHS (S-VHS) VCR.  
7. IR  
Wired input from an external remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini  
phono jack, wired as follows:  
Ring = +5V  
Tip = IR Input  
Sleeve = Ground  
When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected  
to the wired IR input, the IR sensors on the projector are disabled.  
Note  
8. RS-232 CONTROL PORT  
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater  
automation/control system.  
9. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY  
Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected  
menu or – if no menu is selected – the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL),  
input resolution and aspect ratio.  
10. UP BUTTON  
Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the On-Screen  
Display. When no menus are present on-screen, the UP button toggles you through  
aspect ratios in the following order:  
Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtualwide 2.35  
(Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on CineWide-equipped projectors. For more  
information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.)  
11. LEFT BUTTON  
Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the On Screen Display.  
When no menu is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles you through the  
different sources, in this order:  
DVI 2 - DVI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 -  
Composite  
12. DOWN BUTTON  
Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the On-Screen  
Display. When no menu is present on-screen, this button toggles you through the  
different aspect ratios, in this order:  
Virtualwide 2.35 - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic  
13. ENTER BUTTON  
When an item is highlighted on the On-Screen Display, the ENTER button selects the  
item.  
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14. RIGHT BUTTON  
Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cursor right in the On Screen Display.  
When no menus are present on-screen, the RIGHT button toggles you through the  
different sources, in this order:  
Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 - HD/RGB 2 - DVI 1  
- DVI 2  
15. MENU BUTTON  
Pressing the MENU button brings up the main menu. Also, if you are in an adjustment  
mode or function, pressing MENU brings the menu back one level.  
16. IR SENSOR  
Receives the IR commands from the remote.  
17. POWER BUTTON  
Press once to turn on the VX-2ix. 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-2ix to power here.  
19. MAIN POWER SWITCH  
Disconnects or applies power to the VX-2ix.  
20. POWER/STANDBY LED  
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Figure 2-3 shows the VX-2ix remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its  
functionality.  
2.3  
VX-2ix Remote Control  
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Figure 2-3. VX-2ix Remote Control  
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1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR  
Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted.  
2. ON / OFF  
Press to turn the projector on or off.  
3. ENTER  
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.  
4. Cursor Buttons ( ,  
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Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display  
patterns.  
When no menus are present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through  
the available aspect ratios, in this order:  
UP Button = Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema -  
Virtualwide 2.35  
DOWN Button = Virtualwide 2.35 - Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3)  
- Anamorphic  
Virtualwide 2.35 is available only on CineWide-equipped projectors.  
For more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.  
Note  
Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in  
this order:  
LEFT Button = DVI 2 - DVI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB 1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 -  
S-Video 1 - Composite  
RIGHT Button = Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 -  
HD/RGB 2 - DVI 1 - DVI 2  
5. LIGHT  
Press to illuminate the buttons. (Not available on all models.)  
6. MENU  
Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return  
to the previous one.  
7. VIDEO (1)  
Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric  
character “1.”  
8. COMP (Component) (2)  
Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the  
numeric character “2.”  
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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 viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.  
4X3 (Standard 4:3) (6)  
Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.  
LETBOX (Letterbox) (9)  
For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3 screen.  
V-WIDE (VirtualWide)  
Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.  
CINEMA  
For viewing 2.35:1 source material.  
SVC (CineWide-equipped projectors only)  
Selects the Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratio, used for viewing 16:9 source material on a  
2.35:1 screen.  
10. S-VID 1 (4) / S-VID 2 (5) (S-Video)  
Press to select an S-Video input or to enter the numeric character “4” or “5.”  
11. HD 1 (7) / HD 2 (8)  
Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input or to enter the numeric  
character “7” or “8.”  
12. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (0)  
Press to select a Digital Video input. Press DVI2 to enter the numeric character “0.”  
13. Memory Preset Buttons:  
ISF™ NT (Night)  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.  
ISF DAY  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.  
CUST 1  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset.  
CUST 2  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset.  
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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.  
3.1  
Remote Control  
• Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries.  
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.  
Notes on Batteries  
• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid  
damage from battery leakage.  
• Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote  
control and the IR receiver on the projector.  
Notes on Remote Control  
Operation  
• If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the  
batteries with new ones.  
• The remote control may fail to operate if the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright  
sunlight or fluorescent lighting.  
• Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this  
happens, point the remote control at the projector, and repeat the operation.  
• The Ø icon appears on the screen when a button for an unavailable function is pressed.  
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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the VX-2ix installation process. The sections following  
this one provide detailed instructions.  
3.2  
Quick Setup  
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video  
installation specialist.  
Note  
Table 3-1. Installation Overview  
For Details, Refer to  
page...  
Step  
Procedure  
1
2
3
4
5
Choose a location for the projector  
Install CineWide (secondary anamorphic) lens (optional)  
Connect signal sources to the projector  
Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional)  
Connect AutoScope lens motor or other home theater  
equipment to 12-volt trigger outputs (optional)  
6
7
Apply power to the projector  
For rear-screen and/or ceiling-mount installations, select  
the proper picture orientation  
8
9
Lens adjustments: projected image size (zoom), position  
(shift) and focus  
Projector calibration: adjust the following for each input,  
starting with Component SD; save settings when finished:  
• Aspect ratio  
• Brightness  
• Contrast  
• Color level  
• Tint  
• Input position  
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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 performs optimally.  
3.3  
Installation  
Considerations  
Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or  
inverted mount. Table 3-2 compares these various installation methods.  
Installation Type  
Table 3-2. Projector Installation Options  
Advantages  
Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation  
• Shares floor space with audience  
Considerations  
• Easy to set up  
• Can be moved or changed quickly  
• Easy to access  
Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation  
• Does not take up audience space  
• Projector is unobtrusive  
• Installation is more permanent  
• Projector access is more difficult  
• Projector cannot be accidentally moved  
Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation  
• Projector is completely hidden  
• Projector is easily accessed  
• Requires separate room  
• Installation cost is usually higher  
• Usually good ambient light rejection  
Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation  
• Projector is completely hidden  
• Requires separate room  
• Usually good ambient light rejection  
• Installation cost is usually higher  
Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror  
• Projector is completely hidden  
• Usually good ambient light rejection  
• Requires less space behind screen than  
other rear screen installations  
• Requires separate room  
• Installation cost is usually higher  
In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast ratio in your  
images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft  
of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed  
out and less vibrant.  
Ambient Light  
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Throw Distance  
Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen.  
This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether or not  
you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if your  
image will be the right size for your screen.  
You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the width of the screen and  
multiplying it by the lens throw ratio; see Figure 3-1. The result of this calculation tells you  
roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order to  
project a focused image large enough to fill the screen.  
Estimating Throw Distance  
Throw Distance (TD) = Screen Width (w) x Lens Throw Ratio  
Scr  
een w  
idth (w)  
TD  
Figure 3-1. Estimating Throw Distance  
Table 3-3 lists the available lens options for the VX-2ix and their associated throw ratios.  
Table 3-3. VX-2ix Lens Options and Throw Ratios  
Throw Range in  
inches, with  
96x54-inch (1.78:1)  
Screen  
Throw Range in  
inches, with  
126.9x54-inch (2.35:1)  
Screen  
Throw Ratio  
with Primary  
Lens and  
Anamorphic  
Lens  
Throw Ratio  
with Primary  
Lens Only  
Lens Option  
(Note 2)  
Minimum Maximum  
Minimum Maximum  
For rear-screen installa-  
tions only. Contact  
Runco Technical Support  
for more information.  
Proteus A  
0.64 (Fixed)  
Not Applicable  
(Note 2)  
Proteus B  
Proteus C  
Proteus D  
Proteus E  
Proteus F  
Notes:  
1.22 - 1.44  
1.45 - 1.76  
1.82 - 2.39  
2.42 - 3.57  
3.63 - 5.72  
117.12  
139.20  
174.72  
232.32  
348.48  
138.24  
168.96  
229.44  
342.72  
549.12  
1.39 - 1.77  
1.84 - 2.64  
2.75 - 4.26  
176.39  
233.50  
348.98  
224.61  
335.02  
540.59  
1. Throw distance does not affect image quality, provided these ranges are taken into account.  
2. Only the Proteus D, E and F lenses can be used with the optional CineWide (secondary  
anamorphic) lens. Doing so affects the throw distances as shown here.  
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Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular,  
perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.  
Vertical and Horizontal  
Position  
Ideally, the projector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen and in such a way  
that the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other, as shown in Figure 3-2.  
Ceiling Installation  
Ceiling  
Height  
Projection Distance  
Lens Center  
x
Screen Lens Center  
Floor Installation  
Screen  
Lens Center  
Height  
Lens Center  
x
Projection Distance  
Floor  
Figure 3-2. Projector Placement  
If it is not possible to align the projector and screen as shown in Figure 3-2, you can use  
the lens shift controls to center the image on the screen. Lens shift is generally expressed  
as a percentage of the screen height or width, as shown in Figure 3-3 and Figure 3-4.  
Vertical and Horizontal  
Lens Shift  
Vertical Lens Shift: The VX-2ix zoom lenses (Proteus B through F) provide up to 80% of  
downward vertical lens shift. For example, with a 96 x 54-inch (16:9) screen, you can shift  
the image up to 43.20 inches (1.10 meters) below the screen center. (Upward vertical lens  
shift is not possible. Vertical lens shift is not possible in either direction with the Proteus A  
lens.)  
Horizontal Lens Shift: The VX-2ix zoom lenses (Proteus B through F) allow up to 10% of  
horizontal lens shift in either direction (left or right). For example, with a 96 x 54-inch (16:9)  
screen, you can shift the image up to 9.60 inches (24.38 cm) left or right of the screen  
center. (Horizontal lens shift is not possible with the Proteus A lens.)  
1. With no vertical or horizontal lens shift, the lens center and  
Note  
screen center are aligned with each other.  
2. Vertical shift limits are percentages of the screen height.  
Horizontal shift limits are percentages of the screen width.  
3. Vertical lens shift figures apply to ceiling mount  
configurations. For floor installations (where the projector is  
upright), reverse the up/down vertical offset percentages.  
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Screen Center  
0%  
50% Height  
Lens Shift  
(0.5 x H)  
Base plate  
to lens center =  
approx. 5-6" (depending  
on the amount of lens shift)  
100% Height  
Lens Shift  
(1.0 x H)  
150% Height  
Lens Shift  
(1.5 x H)  
Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular  
lens or projector is used in this example.  
Figure 3-3. Vertical Lens Shift (Example Only)  
150% Width Lens Shift  
(1.5 x W)  
100% Width Lens Shift  
(1.0 x W)  
50% Width Lens Shift  
(0.5 x W)  
Screen Center  
0%  
Screen Width (W)  
Note: This is a general example of lens shift. Lenses vary in their shift capabilities. No particular  
lens or projector is used in this example.  
Figure 3-4. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only)  
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In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be  
used to fold the optical path, as shown in Figure 3-5. The position of the projector and  
mirror must be accurately set. If you are considering this type of installation, contact your  
dealer for assistance.  
Folded Optics  
Figure 3-5. Folded Optics  
Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:  
Other Considerations  
• Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the projector  
away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause  
drifts in the projector circuitry, which may affect performance.  
• Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as  
motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors,  
speakers, power amplifiers and elevators.  
If you are installing a VX-2ix with the optional CineWide or CineWide with AutoScope  
system, install the secondary anamorphic lens in accordance with the instructions  
provided with the lens installation kit.  
3.4  
Installing the Optional  
CineWide Lens  
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There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen  
installation, one method may be more suitable than another.  
3.5  
Mounting the VX-2ix  
Floor Mounting (Upright)  
In typical front and rear screen installations, the projector can be mounted to a secure and  
level surface such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when moving a projector during a  
presentation or from site to site. If possible, lock the wheels when it’s in position to prevent  
it from being moved during a presentation.  
Ceiling Mounting  
(Inverted)  
For fixed installations, and for those that want the projector out of sight or have a limited  
space for projector and audience, you can invert the VX-2ix and suspend it from the  
ceiling using a specially-designed ceiling mount fixture.  
Use only the Runco-approved ceiling mount kit designed for your  
projector. Install the mount kit according to the instructions  
provided with it.  
Note  
The projector can also be inverted and placed in an enclosure above and behind the  
viewing area. Install four feet on the inside bottom surface of the enclosure on which the  
projector can rest. A variety of materials can be used for this purpose (for example, rubber  
crutch tips or turntable feet).  
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 need to shift the image using the on-screen display (OSD) controls,  
to compensate. For detailed instructions, refer to Using the On-Screen Menus on  
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Proceed as follows to connect the VX-2ix to your video sources, external controller(s) – if  
present – and AC power.  
3.6  
Connections to the  
VX-2ix  
When connecting your equipment:  
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.  
• Use the correct signal cables for each source.  
• Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on  
connectors that have them.  
To access the connector panel, pull firmly on the cable access cover to open it.  
Connector Panel Access  
Connect your video sources to the VX-2ix as shown and described in the sections that  
follow.  
Connecting the VX-2ix to  
Source Components  
DVI Connections: See Figure 3-6.  
Use the DVI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest  
Tip  
video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain  
throughout the entire signal path, from source component output  
into the projector.  
I N P U T S  
INPUTS  
B
R
P r  
G
Y
P b  
H
V
T R I G G E R S  
3
H D 1  
H D 2  
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
1
I R  
1
2
3
IR  
HD2  
S - V I D E O 1  
R
Pr  
G
Y
B
Pb  
H
V
C O N T R O L  
R S - 2 3 2  
S-VIDEO 1  
V I D E O  
P r  
C O M P O N E N T  
V I D E O  
P b  
Y
D V I 1  
D V I 2  
S - V I D E O 2  
S-VIDEO 2  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
VIDEO  
RS-232  
CONTROL  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
DVI Source  
(DVD Player or  
HD Tuner with  
HDMI or DVI out)  
Figure 3-6. DVI Source Connections  
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Digital (DTV) RGB or Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-7.  
I N P U T S  
INPUTS  
R
P r  
G
Y
B
P b  
H
V
T R I G G E R S  
3
H D 1  
H D 2  
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
1
I R  
1
2
3
IR  
HD2  
S - V I D E O 1  
R
Pr  
G
Y
B
Pb  
H
V
C O N T R O L  
R S - 2 3 2  
S-VIDEO 1  
V I D E O  
P r  
C O M P O N E N T  
V I D E O  
P b  
Y
D V I 1  
D V I 2  
S - V I D E O 2  
S-VIDEO 2  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
VIDEO  
RS-232  
CONTROL  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb  
Horiz  
Vert  
DTV or Progressive  
Component (YPbPr)  
Source  
Figure 3-7. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections  
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Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-8.  
I N P U T S  
INPUTS  
R
P r  
G
Y
B
P b  
H
V
T R I G G E R S  
3
H D 1  
H D 2  
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
1
I R  
1
2
3
IR  
HD2  
S - V I D E O 1  
R
Pr  
G
Y
B
Pb  
H
V
C O N T R O L  
R S - 2 3 2  
S-VIDEO 1  
V I D E O  
P r  
C O M P O N E N T  
V I D E O  
P b  
Y
D V I 1  
D V I 2  
S - V I D E O 2  
S-VIDEO 2  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
VIDEO  
RS-232  
CONTROL  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
Red Green Blue Horiz Vert  
Personal Computer  
Figure 3-8. Analog RGB Connections  
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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-9.  
I N P U T S  
INPUTS  
R
P r  
G
Y
B
P b  
H
V
T R I G G E R S  
3
H D 1  
H D 2  
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
1
I R  
1
2
3
IR  
HD2  
S - V I D E O 1  
R
Pr  
G
Y
B
Pb  
H
V
C O N T R O L  
R S - 2 3 2  
S-VIDEO 1  
V I D E O  
P r  
C O M P O N E N T  
V I D E O  
P b  
Y
D V I 1  
D V I 2  
S - V I D E O 2  
S-VIDEO 2  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
VIDEO  
RS-232  
CONTROL  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
DVD Player, VCR,  
Satellite Receiver,  
Laser Disc etc.  
Figure 3-9. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections  
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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-2ix; see Figure 3-10.  
RS-232 Controller  
Connection  
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on  
5
4
3
1
2
T R I G G E R S  
3
TRIGGERS  
2
6
9
8
7
1
I R  
1
2
3
IR  
S - V I D E O 1  
C O N T R O L  
R S - 2 3 2  
S-VIDEO 1  
V I D E O  
P r  
C O M P O N E N T  
V I D E O  
P b  
Y
2 Transmit Data  
3 Receive Data  
5 Ground  
S - V I D E O 2  
S-VIDEO 2  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
VIDEO  
RS-232  
CONTROL  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
(none of the other pins are used)  
to Automation/  
Control System  
or PC  
Figure 3-10. RS-232 Control System Connection  
If your VX-2ix is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, use the cable  
supplied with the AutoScope Lens Motor to connect the motor to a 12-Volt trigger output  
as shown in Figure 3-11.  
Connecting 12-Volt  
Trigger Outputs to  
External Theater  
Equipment  
TRIGGERS  
1
2
3
IR  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
S-Video 1  
Component Video  
Video  
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out  
RS-232 Control  
3.5-mm  
mini plug  
to AutoScope  
Lens Motor  
Figure 3-11. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to the AutoScope Lens Motor  
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If your home theater contains a retractable screen, screen mask or other 12-Volt  
trigger-activated equipment, connect it to a 12-Volt trigger output as shown in Figure  
3-12.  
TRIGGERS  
1
2
3
IR  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
S-Video 1  
Component Video  
Video  
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out  
RS-232 Control  
3.5-mm  
mini plug  
to 12-Volt  
trigger-activated  
equipment  
Sleeve = Ground  
Tip = +12V  
Figure 3-12. Connecting a 12-Volt Trigger Output to Other Equipment  
Connecting to AC Power  
Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the VX-2ix  
(AC 100V ~ 240V). Then, connect the other end to your AC power source.  
AutoScope Lens Motor: With AutoScope-equipped projectors, an additional power  
cord is provided for the lens motor. Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the AC  
input on the rear of the lens motor assembly. Connect the other end to a 110 VAC power  
source.  
The input voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be between  
100 and 120 VAC. Do not connect the AutoScope lens motor  
Caution  
to a 200-240 VAC power source!  
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4. Operation  
1. Turn on your source components.  
4.1  
Turning on the Power  
2. Turn on the main power switch on the projector.  
3. If this is an AutoScope-equipped projector, turn on the main power switch at the rear  
of the AutoScope lens motor. The lens motor power switch is located next to the AC  
input.  
4. Press the ON button on the remote control – or the POWER button on the VX-2ix  
rear panel – to turn on the projector. The vacuum fluorescent display on the VX-2ix  
rear panel briefly displays “Starting Display.”  
5. When the projector is ready for use, the fluorescent display indicates the active  
source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio; for example:  
Input  
Current Source  
Format  
Resolution  
Component SD NTSC  
Anamorphic  
480i  
VX-2  
Aspect  
Ratio  
By default, the VX-2ix is configured for a “floor/front” installation, in which the projector is  
installed upright and in front of the screen. If it is installed behind the screen and/or  
mounted on a ceiling, you must change the picture orientation. To do this:  
4.2  
Adjusting the Picture  
Orientation  
1. Press MENU and enter the Service Menu passcode.  
2. Select Service from the Main Menu.  
3. Select Display Device from the Service Menu.  
4. Select Installation from the Display Device menu.  
5. Choose Floor/Rear, Ceiling/Front or Ceiling/Rear, to match the installation method.  
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.  
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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:  
4.3  
Lens Adjustments  
Focus  
To focus the projected image, use the cursor buttons to highlight “In” or “Out.” Then,  
press and hold the ENTER button.  
Zoom  
Shift  
To make the picture smaller (zoom out), use the cursor buttons to highlight the minus sign  
(-). Then, press and hold the ENTER button.  
To enlarge the picture (zoom in), use the cursor buttons to highlight the plus sign (+).  
Then, press and hold the ENTER button.  
To change the projected image position, use the cursor buttons to highlight “Left,”  
“Right,” “Up” or “Down.” Then, press and hold the ENTER button to shift the image in that  
direction.  
Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the rear panel to display the Main  
Menu.  
4.4  
Using the On-Screen  
Menus  
To select a menu item, use the  
and  
buttons on either the remote control or the rear  
panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.  
The VX-2ix OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1.  
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Composite  
S-Video 1  
Gain  
Offset  
S-Video 2  
ISF Night - Display Color  
ISF Night - Input Image  
ISF Night - Input Color  
ISF Day - Display Color  
ISF Day - Input Image  
Gamma  
Lamp Power  
Color Temp  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Component SD  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
Input Source  
Aspect Ratio  
DVI 2  
Anamorphic  
Standard 4:3  
Letterbox  
Tint  
Sharpness  
Gain  
VirtualWide  
Cinema  
Offset  
Chroma Delay  
Phase  
Virtualwide 2.35  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Note: Virtualwide 2.35 is  
available only on VX-2ix  
projectors equipped with the  
CineWide option (secondary  
anamorphic lens).  
Noise Filter  
Gain  
Color  
Offset  
Picture  
Tint  
Gamma  
Sharpness  
Left/Right  
Lamp Power  
Color Temp  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Calibration  
Up/Down  
Width  
Input Position  
ISF Presets  
Height  
Overscan  
Tint  
Recall ISF Night  
Recall ISF Day  
Recall/Save Custom 1  
Recall/Save Custom 2  
Reset Custom 1 & 2 to Factory Default  
Serial Number  
Hardware  
Sharpness  
Gain  
Offset  
ISF Day - Input Color  
Save ISF Settings  
Output Shift  
Chroma Delay  
Phase  
Noise Filter  
Back / Confirm  
Left/Right  
Up/Down  
Width  
Information  
Firmware  
(read-only)  
Date  
Grey Bars 1  
Height  
Grey Bars 2  
Test Video  
Save  
Color Bars 1  
Color Bars 2  
Rename, Restore or Save  
Primary  
Owner Name  
ISF Calibrated  
ISF Other  
Splash Configure  
OSD Position  
Input Names  
Remote Control  
Secondary  
Picture Orientation  
Installation  
Lamp Hours (View/Reset)  
Focus  
Lens  
Zoom  
Shift  
Red Only  
Green Only  
Display Device  
Blue Only  
75 IRE Color Bars  
100 IRE Color Bars  
Horiz. Grey Ramp  
Vert. Grey Ramp  
Checkerboard  
Alignment Grid  
Diagnostics  
Service  
HD/RGB 1  
Auto, RGB or YUV  
HD/RGB 2  
HD Format  
Triggers  
ADC Bandwidth  
YPbPr Input Resolution  
1 / 2 / 3 / Save  
Language  
Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz  
Auto, 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p or 1080i  
(currently, English only)  
Menu Mode  
Miscellaneous  
Timeout  
Side Bar Color  
Film Mode (SD src. only)  
800x600 ... 1400x1050  
480i ... 720p ... 1080i  
Resolution  
System Reset  
Restore Saved Settings  
Figure 4-1. VX-2ix OSD Menu Structure  
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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.)  
Runco Video  
Input Source  
Aspect Ratio  
Picture  
Input Position  
ISF Presets  
Information  
Calibration  
Service  
Input Source  
From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source.  
The active source is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at left, Composite  
is the active source.  
Input Source  
Composite  
>
S-Video 1  
S-Video 2  
Component SD  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
Aspect Ratio  
To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio  
from the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for the type of  
program material being viewed; refer to Table 4-1.  
Aspect Ratio  
Anamorphic  
7
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “7” to its left; in the example at left,  
Anamorphic is selected.  
Standard 4:3  
Letterbox  
The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and  
resolution.  
VirtualWide  
Cinema  
Note  
Virtualwide 2.35  
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings  
Remote  
Aspect Ratio  
Control  
Key  
Description  
Anamorphic  
ANA  
Select Anamorphic to view 16:9  
DVDs and HDTV programs in  
their native aspect ratio. 4:3  
images are stretched  
16:9 Image on  
16:9 Screen  
horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Screen  
Standard 4:3  
4X3  
Standard 4:3 scales the input  
signal to fit in the center of the  
16:9 screen. 4:3 is the aspect  
ratio used by computer  
monitors, standard television  
programming and most VHS  
video cassettes.  
Active Image  
Area (4:3)  
Letterbox  
LET  
BOX  
In Letterbox mode, the image is  
stretched vertically; the top and  
bottom portions are “blanked  
off.” Letterbox is best suited for  
viewing LaserDisc movies or  
non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3  
screen.  
Letterbox Image on  
16:9 Screen  
VirtualWide  
V-WIDE  
VirtualWide scales a 4:3 image  
NON-linearly (more on the sides  
than in the center) to fit a 16:9  
screen.  
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued)  
Remote  
Aspect Ratio  
Control  
Key  
Description  
Cinema  
CINEMA  
Select Cinema to view 2.35  
source material in its native  
aspect ratio.  
With a 16:9 screen and a  
non-CineWide projector (no  
anamorphic lens), the upper and  
lower portions of the screen are  
masked, but the geometry of the  
active image area is unchanged.  
2.35:1 Image on  
16:9 Screen  
(without CineWide)  
With a 2.35:1 screen and a  
CineWide-equipped projector,  
the VX-2ix vertically stretches  
the 2.35 image so that the active  
image area fills the 16:9 chip  
surface, eliminating the black  
bars. The secondary  
2.35:1 Image on  
2.35:1 Screen  
(with CineWide)  
anamorphic lens then stretches  
the image back to 2.35:1.  
Virtualwide 2.35  
SVC  
A 16:9 image is scaled  
NON-linearly (more on the sides  
than in the center) to fit a 2.35:1  
screen.  
2.35:1 Screen  
16:9 Image on  
Virtualwide 2.35 is available only  
on CineWide-equipped VX-2ix  
projectors.  
16:9 Image on  
2.35:1 Screen with  
VirtualWide 2.35  
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Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your VX-2ix for optimum picture quality.  
Picture  
The VX-2ix has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established  
by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted,  
industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a  
training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal  
picture quality from Runco video display devices. Accordingly, Runco recommends that  
setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.  
Picture  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each input  
separately.  
When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a  
Note  
preset afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a  
different input is selected. (Picture quality settings are saved for  
each input separately.) For information about saving settings, refer  
Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and  
regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best  
results:  
• External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test  
DVD or equivalent.  
• A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments.  
Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as  
follows. Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.  
Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an  
acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE  
pattern.  
Below Black  
Above Black  
Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness  
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PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray  
areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four  
shaded boxes.  
Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the brightness so that:  
• The darkest black bars disappear into the background.  
• The dark gray areas are barely visible.  
• The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.  
• The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.  
• The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).  
Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the  
one shown in Figure 4-3.  
Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast  
Select Contrast and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the  
white rectangle starts to increase in size.  
Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one  
may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the  
optimum setting.  
Note  
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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 color bar pattern through a blue filter,  
adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to be  
a single shade of blue:  
Tint: Tint or “hue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image.  
When tint is decreased, the image appears redder; when it is increased the image  
appears greener. To set the tint, select Tint and press ENTER. While looking at the color  
bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the tint level until the cyan and magenta color bars  
(on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of blue.  
Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls  
are interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the  
other in order to achieve the optimum setting.  
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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 as needed,  
looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines  
in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate  
them.  
Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness  
Input Position  
Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image  
position for the current source.  
Input Position  
Left/Right  
Up/Down  
Width  
The input position settings are automatically saved for each input  
and resolution.  
Note  
Height  
Left/Right: Select Left/Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image  
horizontally. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image to the right; use the left or  
down button to shift it to the left.  
Overscan  
Up/Down: Select Up/Down from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image  
vertically. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image upward; use the left or down  
button to shift it downward.  
Width: Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image width.  
Use the right or up cursor button to increase the width; use the left or down button to  
decrease it.  
Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image  
height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down  
button to decrease it.  
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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 outer edges of the broadcast picture area. Overscan effectively  
trims away these inactive, outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to  
fill the display area.  
Select from 1% to 10% of Overscan, as desired.  
For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, Overscan is generally not necessary or  
desirable.  
For each input, the VX-2ix lets you save image quality settings as presets that you can  
recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and resolution. Use the  
ISF Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in the  
“Custom 1” or “Custom 2” memory location. The currently-selected preset is indicated by  
a “7” to its left; in the example shown here, ISF Night is selected.  
ISF Presets  
ISF Presets  
ISF Night  
ISF Day  
7
You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will  
be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:  
Custom 1  
Custom 2  
Save  
Save  
• Brightness  
• Contrast  
Factory Default  
• Color saturation  
• Tint  
• Sharpness  
To reset the Custom 1 and Custom 2 image presets to their factory defaults, select  
Factory Default and press ENTER.  
Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your  
projector: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware  
version build date. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this  
information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.  
Information  
Information  
Serial Number  
Hardware  
Firmware  
Date  
0
0002.012A  
Mar 29 2006  
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Calibration  
Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu  
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.  
Calibration  
ISF Night  
You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.  
Note  
Display Color  
Input Image  
Input Color  
ISF Day  
To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” from the ISF  
Presets menu (page 37).  
Display Color  
Input Image  
Input Color  
ISF Night - Display Color: Use the Display Color settings to adjust the color balance at  
the projector output. These settings are saved independently for each input.  
• Gain: Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the  
image. A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white  
areas, such as an 80 IRE “window” pattern. If the white areas contain traces of red,  
green or blue, decrease the Gain for that color.  
Save ISF Settings  
Output Shift  
Splash Configure  
OSD Position  
• Offset: Use the Offset controls in the White Balance sub-menu to correct color  
imbalances in the dark areas of the image. A good way to do this is to use a test  
pattern consisting mostly of dark gray areas, such as a 30 IRE “window” pattern. If the  
gray areas contain traces of red, green or blue, decrease the Offset for that color.  
• Gamma: “Gamma” is a global setting that determines how gray shades are displayed  
between minimum input (black) and maximum input (white) for all signals. A good  
gamma setting helps to optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions  
for the “in-between” values utilized in other grays. Unlike “Brightness” and “Contrast”  
controls, the overall tone of your images can be lightened or darkened without  
changing the extremes and all images will be more vibrant while still showing good  
detail in dark areas.  
In all but the most unusual situations, the appropriate “Color Temp” selection (see  
below) will produce accurate colors and a satisfying contrast level. However, it is  
sometimes necessary to adjust the red, blue and green gamma curves individually. To  
do this, select Gamma from the Display Color sub-menu and use the left- and  
right-arrow buttons to manipulate the on-screen slidebars.  
• Lamp Power: Select Lamp Power from the Display Color Menu to adjust the lamp  
output level. You can choose to run the lamp as bright as possible (“1”; this is the  
default setting) or you can choose the lower setting (“0”). Generally, lower lamp output  
can prolong the life of the lamp, but decreases brightness.  
• Color Temp: Select Color Temp from the Display Color menu to adjust the color  
temperature. The default setting is appropriate for most situations. Higher settings  
produce a “bluer” picture.  
ISF Night - Input Image: The Input Image controls are similar to those in the Picture  
menu, but are accessible only by entering the Calibration menu passcode. This makes it  
possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the projector was  
installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” preset.  
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ISF Night - Input Color: The Input Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color  
menu (see above), but adjust the color balance of the incoming signal. These settings are  
also saved independently for each input.  
• Gain/Offset: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color, above.  
• Chroma Delay: use the Chroma Delay control to correct a mis-aligned image from a  
Composite, S-Video or Component video source. Chroma delay in an image causes  
color shifts to occur to the left of the vertical edge transitions, producing artificial  
shadows or a “halo” effect. If necessary, adjust this setting to eliminate them.  
• Phase: Adjust the phase if the image (usually from an RGB source) shows shimmer or  
“noise.” Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the  
incoming signal. The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a  
VCR.  
For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear  
pattern of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image. (You may  
notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this  
case.)  
• Noise Filter: To apply noise filtering to the input signal, select Noise Filter from the  
Input Color menu. The Noise Filter is useful for clearing up noisy images from 480i  
video sources.  
Use the left- or right-arrow buttons to select the desired amount of noise reduction,  
keeping in mind that higher settings (which reduce high frequencies) may also “soften”  
the image.  
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.  
Save ISF Settings: Whenever you make a change to the ISF settings, you should always  
save it. Select Save ISF Settings from the ISF Calibration menu to do this. In the event you  
ever have to perform a System Reset, you can restore the saved ISF settings by selecting  
are described on page 43.)  
Output Shift: The controls in the Output Shift menu are similar to those in the Input  
Position menu, except that they change the characteristics of the output signal. These  
settings are saved independently for each aspect ratio.  
Splash Configure: Use the Splash Configure menu to customize the appearance of the  
start-up message that appears on the vacuum fluorescent display upon power-up. You  
can have the VX-2ix display the owner’s name, your name, the phrase “ISF Calibrated”  
and/or any other string, up to 20 characters in length.  
Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor  
buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering text.  
Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the VX-2ix display the information you enter  
here when it is turned on.  
OSD Position: Select OSD Position, press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change  
the size and position of the OSD controls.  
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Service  
Use the Service menu to access advanced projector configuration settings. This menu  
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.  
Service  
Test Video  
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.  
Note  
Input Names  
Remote Control  
Display Device  
HD Format  
Triggers  
Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns  
on the VX-2ix. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars.  
Miscellaneous  
Resolution  
Press MENU to exit test pattern mode.  
System Reset  
Restore Saved Settings  
Input Names: You can give each VX-2ix input a descriptive name. For example, you may  
want to change the default input name to the type of source component connected to it:  
“VCR,” “DVD,” “Laptop” et cetera. Composite, S-Video and Component SD input names  
can be up to 12 characters long; the others can be up to eight characters long.  
Input Names  
Restore  
Composite  
S-Video 1  
S-Video 2  
Composite  
S-Video 1  
S-Video 2  
To edit an input name, select Input Names from the Service menu. Press or to select  
an input and press ENTER. Use the  
to select a character to change. When you have finished editing the input name, press  
MENU.  
or  
buttons to change a character; press  
or  
Component SD Component SD  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
To restore the default input name, press  
“Restore” column. Then, press ENTER.  
repeatedly to highlight that input name in the  
DVI 2  
DVI 2  
To save input names so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described on  
Save  
page 43), press  
repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.  
The button takes you from top to bottom in the left column, then  
from top to bottom in the right column. To highlight “Save,” scroll  
through both columns.  
Note  
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Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary  
infrared (IR) codes to which the VX-2ix 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 example) is responding to commands  
from the VX-2ix remote control in ways that are unpredictable or undesirable.  
• You have multiple VX-2ix projectors and want to control them independently, as  
opposed to broadcasting commands from a single remote to all of them. In this  
scenario, you can use multiple remotes programmed to use different IR codes. Or, you  
can use a single remote and change the IR code as needed to address a specific  
projector.  
Use the rear-panel keypad to change a projector IR code. Then,  
change the code sent by the remote to match as described below.  
Tip  
Do not change the “Type” setting in this menu.  
Note  
When you change a remote code on the VX-2ix, you must re-program your remote control  
to send that same code. To do this:  
1. Using a straightened paper clip or similar object, press and hold the  
CODE button on the remote control for approximately three  
seconds, or until the red LED on the remote lights solid red.  
2. Enter a new two-digit code between 00 and 31 inclusive. Include a  
leading zero for single-digit codes; for example, enter 9 as “09.”  
3. The LED turns off to confirm the code change. If you enter an invalid code, the LED  
flashes for three or four seconds. Try again, entering a valid code.  
Display Device: The options in the Display Device menu allow you to change the picture  
orientation, reset the lamp timer, perform lens adjustments and access additional test  
patterns.  
• Installation: Select Installation from the Display Device menu to change the picture  
orientation to suit the method of installation (Floor Front, Floor Rear, Ceiling Front or  
Ceiling Rear).  
This menu page also displays the number of hours that the lamp has been in service,  
and lets you reset the counter (which is recommended after you replace the lamp; refer  
• Lens: Select Lens from the Display Device menu to access the motorized lens  
controls. Refer to Lens Adjustments on page 28.  
• Diagnostics: Select Diagnostics from the Service menu to access additional test  
patterns for calibration or measurement purposes:  
• Select Red, Green or Blue to display only the selected color (simulating a filter of  
that color).  
• Select 75 or 100 to display color bars (75 IRE or 100 IRE).  
• Select Horz or Vert to display a horizontal or vertical gray ramp.  
• Select Checks to display a 15-segment checkerboard pattern.  
• Select Align to display a white grid against a black background (useful for verifying  
proper image or screen alignment).  
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HD Format: If the characteristics of the incoming signal on the HD1 or HD2 inputs are  
known, select HD Format from the Service menu and set them as described below. Doing  
so can reduce the time it takes the VX-2ix to switch from HD to 480i signals or vice versa.  
HD Format  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
Auto  
Auto  
This is generally not necessary unless the VX-2ix – for whatever reason – has difficulty  
determining the color space (RGB or YUV), bandwidth or resolution of the incoming HD  
signal. In most situations, the Auto settings work well.  
ADC Bandwidth  
Auto  
• HD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 (Color Space): Select Auto, RGB or YUV.  
YPbPr Input Resolution  
• ADC Bandwidth: Select Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz.  
• YPbPr Input Resolution: Select Auto or specify the input resolution, if known: 480i,  
480p, 576i, 576p, 720p or 1080i.  
Triggers: Select Triggers from the Service menu to configure the 12-volt trigger outputs.  
You can assign one or more trigger outputs to each aspect ratio. Those triggers are then  
activated by selecting that aspect ratio.  
If your projector is equipped with the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system, assign at  
least one trigger output (the same one to which the lens motor is connected) to the  
Cinema and Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratios.  
To save the trigger settings so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described  
below), press  
repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.  
Miscellaneous: Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following options:  
• Language: Select Language from the Miscellaneous menu and press the up- or  
down-arrows to select the OSD Language (English, French, Spanish or German).  
• Menu Mode: This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when  
you press MENU. Choose one of the following:  
0 = No transition; menus abruptly appear and disappear.  
1 = Menus fade in and out.  
2 = “Checkerboard” dissolve; menus appear and disappear in sections.  
3 = “Window shade” effect; menus are drawn on a diagonal from top left to bottom  
right, and retract in the opposite direction.  
• Timeout - Short/Long: These settings control how long the OSD menus stay on  
screen. Select a time-out period of from 2 to 60 seconds.  
• Side Bar Color: This controls the color of the inactive image area. The range is from  
-100 (black) to 100 (white).  
The inactive image area is on either side of the active image area when using the  
Standard 4:3 aspect ratio, and above and below the active image area when using the  
Letterbox aspect ratio.  
• Film Mode: Enable Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced,  
standard-definition (SD) sources. In most cases, the VX-2ix detects the proper  
“pull-down” rate and vertical frequency. However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing  
you may wish to enable Film Mode to ensure stable processing for that source.  
Resolution: The VX-2ix defaults to an output resolution of 720p. When using the VX-2ix  
with a computer or certain HD sources, you may want to force it to use a different output  
resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service menu and choose one. Then, press  
ENTER to confirm.  
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System Reset: To reset ALL projector and controller settings (including image settings)  
back to their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu.  
A confirmation message appears, reminding you to save your settings before you perform  
the reset, so that you can restore them afterwards. If you have done this, select Confirm to  
continue with the reset. Otherwise, click Back to cancel.  
This action is not undoable. Proceed with caution! Before you  
perform a System Reset, save ALL settings, including “Custom” ISF  
Caution  
Presets (page 37), ISF Day/Night presets (page 39), Output Shift  
settings (page 39), Input Names (page 40) and Trigger settings  
(page 42).  
Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to  
apply all previously-saved settings to the projector.  
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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting  
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.  
5.1  
Lamp Replacement  
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for  
approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.  
2. Loosen the four rear Lamp Cover  
screws and remove the cover.  
REMOVE THESE SCREWS  
3. Remove the two lamp assembly mounting screws.  
4. Grasp the lamp assembly handle and pull gently, removing the lamp module from the  
projector housing.  
5. Install the new lamp module.  
6. Replace the lamp cover and re-tighten all screws.  
7. Reset the Lamp Hour counter. To do this, select Service from the Main Menu, then  
Display Device, then Installation. Use the cursor buttons to highlight Reset under  
“Lamp Hours” and press ENTER.  
If you need to remove the lens – either to replace it or to prepare the projector for  
shipment – proceed as follows:  
5.2  
Lens Replacement  
Only trained, authorized Runco dealers should attempt to  
remove or replace a lens. Please read this procedure  
carefully before doing so.  
Note  
Lens replacement is normally performed at the Runco factory. Field  
replacement of lenses is generally only required if the projector is  
re-installed in a new location or the lens has been damaged.  
1. Power down the projector and wait five minutes to allow the lamp to cool.  
2. Remove the secondary anamorphic lens, if present.  
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3. Loosen the captive Phillips screw from the  
bottom of the front lens decorative bezel.  
4. Slide the bezel upward to remove it.  
5. Remove the foam shield around the front of the lens.  
6. Using the red-handled, 3-mm hex driver  
provided with the projector, loosen the  
three, captive Allen screws on the outer  
ring of the lens assembly.  
7. Gently pull the lens assembly straight out,  
just far enough to separate the motor  
socket connector (on the lens) from the  
lens mount flange (inside the projector).  
Then, carefully rotate the lens assembly 90  
degrees counter-clockwise (in order to  
clear the Projector chassis with the Motor  
Assembly) and remove it.  
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Note that the lens mount flange has a  
female socket connector for the lens motor  
on the right side of the flange.  
Note that the lens assembly motor has a  
male socket connector.  
8. Hold the replacement lens assembly with  
the motor facing upward. Carefully insert  
the back of the lens assembly into the hole  
in the lens flange.  
DO NOT PUSH THE LENS ASSEMBLY  
ALL THE WAY IN. Only push the lens  
assembly in far enough so that the front of  
the lens motor is clearly behind the  
projector chassis cover.  
9. Carefully rotate the lens assembly 90  
degrees clockwise until the motor socket  
connector is aligned with the connector on  
the flange. Then, gently push the lens  
assembly in until it is seated flush against  
the flange and the connectors have seated.  
10. Secure the lens assembly to the projector flange with the three Allen screws that you  
loosened in Step 6.  
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11. Replace the foam lens shield.  
12. Reattach the front lens bezel by sliding the  
top down onto the two retaining dowels.  
13. Tighten the Phillips screw on the bottom of  
the bezel to secure it.  
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Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may  
encounter with the VX-2ix. If you encounter an issue not described here, please contact  
Runco Technical Support.  
5.3  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart  
Symptom  
Possible Cause(s)  
Solution  
The projector does not turn  
on after initial installation. The  
power LED lights red after you  
press the power button.  
• The VX-2ix is not plugged  
in or the AC outlet is not  
active.  
• Ensure that the VX-2ix is  
plugged in and that the AC  
outlet is active.  
The projector is on, but there  
is no video image on-screen.  
• Incorrect source selection.  
• Source component is not  
turned on.  
• Select the correct source.  
• Turn on the source.  
A projected image from a  
DVD is split or otherwise  
scrambled.  
• DVD player is set to  
progressive scan mode.  
• Turn off progressive scan  
on the DVD player.  
• Connect the DVD player to  
the HD/RGB 1 or  
HD/RGB 2 input.  
Image is too bright and/or  
lacks definition in the bright  
areas of the image.  
• Contrast is set too high.  
• Brightness is set too high.  
• Lower the contrast setting.  
Image appears “washed out”  
and/or dark areas appear too  
bright.  
• Lower the brightness  
setting.  
Colors in the image are  
swapped; for example, reds  
appear blue or vice versa.  
• The Red/Pr, Green/Y or  
Blue/Pb outputs from the  
source are connected to  
the wrong inputs on the  
VX-2ix.  
• Ensure that the source  
outputs are connected to  
the correct VX-2ix input.  
Image geometry is incorrect.  
• Incorrect aspect ratio  
selection.  
• Select the aspect ratio that  
best matches the source  
image and screen size  
(refer to Table 4-1).  
The projector will not turn  
back on after it was powered  
down, or the image disap-  
pears during operation.  
• The projector will not turn  
on for two minutes after  
power-down, to protect  
the lamp.  
• Wait two minutes until the  
LED at the front of the  
VX-2ix turns red.  
• The lamp has failed.  
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6. Serial Communications  
To interface the VX-2ix 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  
3-10.  
6.1  
RS-232 Connection  
and Port Configuration  
Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop  
bit and no flow control. Set the baud rate to 19200, to match that of the VX-2ix RS-232  
port.  
Serial commands to the VX-2ix take the following form:  
• Commands are not case-sensitive.  
6.2  
Serial Command  
Syntax  
• For a single command that takes no parameters, type the command followed by a  
carriage return; for example, to set the aspect ratio to Letterbox, type  
LETTERBOX <Enter>.  
• For a single command that takes a parameter, type the command, a space or a  
comma and the desired value followed by a carriage return; for example, to set the  
brightness to -10, type BRIGHTNESS -10 <Enter>or  
BRIGHTNESS,-10 <Enter>.  
• You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line, separated by  
commas. For example, COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS 100,ANAMORPHIC <Enter>  
switches to the Composite video input, sets the brightness to 100 and sets the aspect  
ratio to Anamorphic. Command strings can be up to 255 characters long.  
Avoid combining the ONor POWER 1commands with other commands  
Note  
on a single line. After sending ONor POWER 1, allow at least 15  
seconds for the projector to power up. Once it does, it will accept and  
properly execute multiple serial commands.  
Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column shows the  
valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no parameters.  
When you enter a valid command, the VX-2ix executes it and acknowledges it with a plus  
sign on the command line (+ >). When you enter an invalid command – one that is  
misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command – the VX-2ix  
ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >).  
Table 6-1. Serial Commands  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Power On/Off Commands  
OFF  
NA  
NA  
0/1  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
Turns projector off  
Turns projector on  
ON  
POWER  
POWER?  
Turns projector on and off  
Returns power status  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Input Selection Commands  
COMPONENT  
COMPOSITE  
DVI1  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NA  
Selects the Component input  
Selects the Composite video input  
Selects the DVI 1 input  
DVI2  
Selects the DVI 2 input  
HD1  
Selects the RGB HD 1 input  
Selects the RGB HD 2 input  
Returns active input  
HD2  
INPUT?  
SVIDEO1  
SVIDEO2  
YES  
YES  
Selects the S-Video 1 input  
Selects the S-Video 2 input  
Aspect Ratio Commands  
ANAMORPHIC  
ASPECT?  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Selects the Anamorphic aspect ratio  
Returns current aspect ratio  
ASPECTIN?  
ASPECTOUT?  
CINEMA  
NA  
Returns the input source aspect ratio  
Returns output screen size  
NA  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
Selects the Cinema aspect ratio  
Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio  
Sets the output screen to 1.78:1 (16:9)  
Sets the output screen to 2.35:1  
Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio  
Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio  
Selects the Virtualwide 2.35 aspect ratio  
LETTERBOX  
OUT169  
OUT235  
STANDARD  
VIRTUALWIDE  
VIRTUAL235  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Picture Adjust Commands  
BRIGHTNESS  
BRIGHTNESS?  
CHROMADELAY  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets a value for brightness  
Returns brightness setting value  
Sets a value for input color chroma delay  
Returns input color chroma delay setting  
Sets a value for color  
-12/12  
YES  
NA  
CHROMADELAY? NA  
COLOR  
-100/100  
YES  
NA  
COLOR?  
CONTRAST  
CONTRAST?  
FILMMODE  
FILMMODE?  
FILTER  
NA  
Returns color setting value  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets a value for contrast  
Returns contrast setting value  
Sets Film Mode off (0) or on (1)  
Returns Film Mode setting (0 = off; 1 = on)  
Sets a value for input color noise filter  
Returns input color noise filter setting  
Adjusts phase  
0/1  
YES  
NA  
NA  
0/15  
NA  
YES  
NA  
FILTER?  
PHASE  
0/3  
YES  
NA  
PHASE?  
NA  
Returns phase setting value  
Sets a value for sharpness  
SHARPNESS  
SHARPNESS?  
TINT  
-6/6  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Returns sharpness setting value  
Sets a value for tint  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
TINT?  
Returns tint setting value  
Image Preset Commands  
CUSTOM1  
CUSTOM2  
DAY  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NA  
Loads “Custom 1” image preset  
Loads “Custom 2” image preset  
Loads “ISF Day” image preset  
Loads “ISF Night” image preset  
NIGHT  
PRESET?  
Returns currently-selected preset  
(ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2)  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Input Position Commands  
IHEIGHT  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets the value for input height  
IHEIGHT?  
IHPOS  
Returns input height value  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets a value for horizontal input position  
Returns input horizontal position value  
Sets a value for vertical input position  
Returns input vertical position value  
Sets the value for input width  
IHPOS?  
IVPOS  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
IVPOS?  
IWIDTH  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
IWIDTH?  
OVERSCAN  
OVERSCAN?  
Returns input horizontal width value  
Sets the overscan percentage  
Returns overscan percentage  
0/10  
YES  
NA  
NA  
Output Shift Commands  
OHEIGHT  
OHEIGHT?  
OHPOS  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets the value for output height  
Returns output height value  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets the value for output horizontal position  
Returns output horizontal position value  
Sets the value for output vertical position  
Returns output vertical position value  
Sets the value for output width  
OHPOS?  
OVPOS  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
OVPOS?  
OWIDTH  
OWIDTH?  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Returns output horizontal width value  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Miscellaneous Commands  
BKGND  
-100/100  
YES  
Sets the background color for letterbox or  
4:3 aspect ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white)  
BKGND?  
DATE?  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
Returns background setting value  
Returns product manufacture date  
NA  
HDINPUTRES  
YES  
Sets YPbPr input resolution and refresh  
rate for HD1/HD2, as follows:  
0 = 480i  
1 = 480p  
2 = 576i  
3 = 576p  
4 = 720p / 60 Hz  
5 = 1080i / 60 Hz  
6 = 720p / 50 Hz  
7 = 1080i / 25 Hz  
Any other value = Auto  
HWVER?  
INRES?  
LENS1  
NA  
NA  
Returns hardware version number  
Returns input resolution  
NA  
NA  
0 or 4  
YES  
Set primary lens configuration:  
0 = No anamorphic lens present  
4 = Anamorphic lens present  
LENS1?  
LENS2  
NA  
NA  
Returns Lens 1 configuration  
0 or 8  
YES  
Set anamorphic lens type:  
0 = Fixed CineWide  
8 = CineWide with AutoScope  
LENS2?  
OUTRES  
NA  
0/5  
NA  
Returns Lens 2 configuration  
YES  
Sets output resolution, as follows:  
0 = 480i  
1 = 576i  
2 = 480p  
3 = 576p  
4 = 720p  
5 = 1080i  
OUTRES?  
SWVER?  
TRIGGER  
NA  
NA  
1/3  
NA  
Returns output resolution  
NA  
Returns software version number  
YES  
Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect  
ratio  
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7. Specifications  
Table 7-1 lists the VX-2ix specifications.  
7.1  
VX-2ix Specifications  
Table 7-1. VX-2ix Specifications  
Projector Type:  
Native Resolution:  
Aspect Ratios:  
Digital Light Processing (DLP), 3-chip, 16:9 DMD  
1280 x 720 (16:9)  
4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, VirtualWide, Cinema,  
VirtualWide 2.35  
Video Standards:  
DTV Compatibility:  
NTSC, PAL  
480p, 720p, 1080i  
THX recommends the use of 720p source material for optimal  
performance with this product.  
Scan Frequency:  
Horizontal: 15 - 100 kHz  
Vertical: 28 - 78 Hz  
Picture Size (16:9 Screen):  
Recommended Width: 72 - 120 in.  
Maximum Width: 250 in.  
Throw Distance  
Refer to Table 3-3  
(Factor x Screen Width):  
Horizontal and Vertical  
Offset:  
Proteus A lens:  
None  
All other lenses:  
Horizontal – 10% of screen width left or right of center  
Vertical (when ceiling-mounted) –  
80% of screen height below center;  
0% of screen height above center  
Vertical (when floor-mounted) –  
0% of screen height below center;  
80% of screen height above center  
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Table 7-1. VX-2ix Specifications (continued)  
Brightness and Contrast:  
Cinema Standards Measurement System (CSMS)  
Specifications  
-
-
Brightness: 52.1 foot-Lamberts (fL)  
Contrast Ratio: 271:1  
These measurements are taken from the projector in a controlled,  
home theater environment. All measurements are made to  
ANSI/NAPM IT7.228-1997 specifications using the Photo Research  
PR-650 SpectraColorimeter and Minolta LS-100 Luminance Meter,  
Video Essentials test DVD and a 1.3 gain, 72-inch wide screen. The  
projector is calibrated to a color temperature of 6,500K and has a  
minimum of 150 hours of usage.  
The foot-Lambert (fL) is the unit of measurement used in commercial  
movie theaters to express image brightness at the screen surface. The  
Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) specifies  
16 fL as the target image brightness for film-based projectors using an  
open gate (without film in the projector). More importantly, today  
SMPTE specifies 12 fL as the target image brightness in Digital  
Cinema theaters. The foot-Lambert measurement is dependent on  
screen size, screen gain and projector light output.  
Home Theater Calibration Specifications  
-
-
Light Output: 1227 ANSI Lumens  
Contrast Ratio: 271:1  
These specifications are obtained by calibrating the projector as  
described above for CSMS measurements.  
Industry-Standard Specifications  
-
-
Light Output: 2500 ANSI Lumens  
Contrast Ratio: 3100:1  
These are typical projector brightness and contrast specifications  
found in most companies’ sales literature. Runco includes these  
measurements in its literature to allow for direct comparison with other  
manufacturers’ projectors. These measurements are typically taken at  
9,000K to 13,000K to get expected performance data when the  
projector is used in professional, commercial and industrial displays.  
Lamp:  
275 Watts  
Estimated Lamp Life:  
Inputs:  
2000 hours  
(1) Composite; (2) S-Video; (1) Component; (2) HD-R (Pr), G  
(Y), B (Pb), H, V; (2) DVI w/HDCP  
Control Options:  
Trigger Outputs:  
-
-
-
Built-in keypad  
Discrete infrared remote  
Serial commands via RS-232  
(3) +12 VDC, each rated at 750 mA and thermal  
fuse-protected  
Bandwidth:  
150 Mega Samples/Second (MSPS)  
Power Requirements:  
Operating Environment:  
100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 610 Watts  
41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity  
(non-condensing)  
Dimensions:  
Weight (without lens):  
Regulatory Approvals:  
84 lbs. (38.10 kg)  
Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick  
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Table 7-1. VX-2ix Specifications (continued)  
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.  
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Figure 7-1 shows the VX-2ix dimensions.  
7.2  
VX-2ix Dimensions  
21.190  
15.857  
8.389  
0
all dimensions are in inches  
0
1.305  
1.685  
4.335  
19.505  
Figure 7-1. VX-2ix Dimensions  
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Appendix A. VX-2ix Color Gamut Adjustment  
Only ISF-trained and -certified technicians should attempt this  
procedure!  
Note  
For most applications, the Display Color controls in the Calibration menu are adequate for  
producing accurate and realistic colors from a variety of sources.  
In rare cases, though, you may need more precise control over the VX-2ix display color  
gamut (range). For example, you may require a unique color gamut for a given projector or  
application. In such cases, you can access the VX-2ix’s color gamut controls via serial  
commands. This enables you to define the precise hue of each primary color component  
(white, red, green and blue) used to generate the millions of colors produced in displays.  
You do this by specifying x and y coordinates for each primary color component.  
The x and y coordinates for each color define its location on the standard CIE chromaticity  
graph, shown in Figure A-1. (CIE stands for “Commission Internationale de l’Éclairage”  
(International Commission on Illumination), the organization responsible for color  
measurement and management standards.)  
1.0  
y
0.9  
0.8  
0.7  
0.6  
0.5  
0.4  
D50  
D65  
D93  
0.3  
0.2  
0.1  
0.0  
0.0  
0.1  
0.2  
0.3  
0.4  
0.5  
0.6  
0.7  
0.8  
0.9  
x
1.0  
Figure A-1. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram  
Changing either or both of these numbers changes the hue of the color and relocates the  
“triangle” for possible colors. For example, changing the x/y coordinates for red moves the  
color closer to either orange or violet, which in turn affects all displayed colors having a red  
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To perform these adjustments, you need the following:  
• Laptop or desktop PC with a DB-9 serial port.  
A.1  
Required Hardware  
and Software  
• A straight-through (not null-modem) serial cable (DB-9 female to DB-9 male).  
• A DB-9 female-to-3.5mm phono plug adapter.  
• Terminal emulation software – HyperTerminal or equivalent.  
• Color analyzer – Sencore ColorPro 5000 software and ColorPro III sensor, or  
equivalent.  
Most computer-based color analyzers – like the Sencore product used  
Note  
here as an example – also require a serial connection for the color  
sensor. In order to use them for this procedure, your PC must have either  
two available RS-232 COM ports, or one COM port and one Universal  
Serial Bus (USB) port.  
If you are using a stand-alone color analyzer, this is not an issue.  
Connect your PC to the projector and color sensor as shown in Figure A-2.  
A.2  
Serial Connections and  
Equipment Setup  
3.5-mm phono plug  
to D-Sub 9-pin  
(not included)  
Screen  
6 - 12 in.  
COM1  
Color Sensor  
USB or COM2  
Figure A-2. Equipment Setup for Color Gamut Adjustment  
1. Connect a straight-through serial cable to the computer’s serial port.  
2. Connect the other end of the serial cable to a 9-pin-to-3.5mm phono plug adapter.  
3. Connect the 3.5-mm phono plug to the secondary RS-232 port on the rear of the  
projector. This port is not labeled, but is to the right of and slightly below the primary  
RS-232 port; see Figure A-3.  
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Figure A-3. VX-2ix Secondary RS-232 Port  
4. Connect the color sensor to any available COM or USB port.  
5. Launch HyperTerminal. Open a connection using these parameters: 19200 baud,  
8 data bits, no parity,1 stop bit and no flow control.  
6. Press <Enter>. The VX-2ix responds with “+>” to indicate that it is ready to accept  
commands.  
7. Start your color analyzer. Position the sensor approximately 6 to 12 inches from the  
screen, facing it at a slight angle (upward or to one side) so that the color of the  
screen is included in the calibration.  
Table A-1 lists the serial command set for color gamut adjustments. The “Parameter  
(min/max)” column shows the valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no  
parameters.  
A.3  
Serial Command  
Syntax  
When you enter a valid command, the VX-2ix executes it and acknowledges it with a plus  
sign on the command line (+ >). When you enter an invalid command – one that is  
misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command – the VX-2ix  
ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >).  
Table A-1. Serial Commands for Gamut Adjustment  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
GAMUT WHITE  
Description  
NA  
NA  
Displays white field on screen for  
measuring x and y coordinates;  
shows current x and y  
coordinates for white on the  
command line.  
GAMUT RED  
NA  
NA  
Displays red field on screen for  
measuring x and y coordinates;  
shows current x and y  
coordinates for red on the  
command line.  
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Table A-1. Serial Commands for Gamut Adjustment (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
GAMUT GREEN  
Description  
NA  
NA  
Displays green field on screen for  
measuring x and y coordinates;  
shows current x and y  
coordinates for green on the  
command line.  
GAMUT BLUE  
NA  
NA  
Displays blue field on screen for  
measuring x and y coordinates;  
shows current x and y  
coordinates for blue on the  
command line.  
GAMUT SET WHITE [x] [y]  
GAMUT SET RED [x] [y]  
GAMUT SET GREEN [x] [y]  
GAMUT SET BLUE [x] [y]  
GAMUT OFF  
x = 0.0 / 0.8 YES  
y = 0.0 / 0.9  
Sets x and y coordinates for white.  
Sets x and y coordinates for red.  
Sets x and y coordinates for green.  
Sets x and y coordinates for blue.  
x = 0.0 / 0.8 YES  
y = 0.0 / 0.9  
x = 0.0 / 0.8 YES  
y = 0.0 / 0.9  
x = 0.0 / 0.8 YES  
y = 0.0 / 0.9  
NA  
NA  
Applies new gamut setting (if  
changed) and goes back to  
normal picture.  
1. In HyperTerminal, type gamut white and press <Enter>.The VX-2ix displays a  
white field on the screen and the current x and y coordinates for white on the  
command line.  
A.4  
Adjusting the Gamut  
2. Using the color analyzer, measure the x and y coordinates for about 15 seconds.  
Make a note of the results.  
3. In HyperTerminal, use the gamut set white command to change the x and y  
coordinates to the values you obtained in Step 2. For example, if the readings were  
x=0.284 and y=0.294, type gamut set white 0.284 0.294 and press  
<Enter>.  
4. To confirm the change, repeat Step 1. The displayed x and y values should match  
what you just entered.  
5. Type gamut red and press <Enter>.The VX-2ix displays a red field on the screen  
and the current x and y coordinates for red on the command line.  
6. Repeat Step 2.  
7. In HyperTerminal, use the gamut set red command to change the x and y  
coordinates to the values you obtained in Step 6.  
8. To confirm the change, repeat Step 5. The displayed x and y values should match  
what you just entered.  
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9. Type gamut green and press <Enter>.The VX-2ix displays a green field on the  
screen and the current x and y coordinates for green on the command line.  
10. Repeat Step 2.  
11. In HyperTerminal, use the gamut set green command to change the x and y  
coordinates to the values you obtained in Step 10.  
12. To confirm the change, repeat Step 9. The displayed x and y values should match  
what you just entered.  
13. Type gamut blue and press <Enter>.The VX-2ix displays a blue field on the  
screen and the current x and y coordinates for blue on the command line.  
14. Repeat Step 2.  
15. In HyperTerminal, use the gamut set blue command to change the x and y  
coordinates to the values you obtained in Step 14.  
16. To confirm the change, repeat Step 13. The displayed x and y values should match  
what you just entered.  
17. Type gamut off and press <Enter>.The VX-2ix stores the new x and y  
coordinates and returns to normal operation.  
When you have completed the gamut adjustments, proceed with the Display Color  
adjustments; refer to Calibration on page 38.  
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