Runco Vx3000i Ultra Operation Manual

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Figure 2-2. VX-3000 Rear/Bottom/Side View
1.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. 
2.CABLE OPENING 
Pass cables through this opening.
3.CABLE ACCESS DOOR 
Open to access connectors. 
4.LAMP MODULE COVER 
Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment....

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2.2 
VX-3000 Rear Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the VX-3000 rear panel.
Figure 2-3. VX-3000 Rear Panel
1.HDMI 1 (Digital) 
HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with a 
DVI or HDMI output.
2.HDMI 2 (Digital)
3.COMP 1 (RCA connectors) 
Standard- or high-definition (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p) Component 
(YPrPb) input for connecting a DVD/HD-DVD/BD player, HD set-top box or other 
SD/HD...

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9.12-VOLT (250 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUT (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)  
Connection for a 12-volt trigger-controlled device. This can be a retractable screen, 
screen mask or the Runco CineWide with AutoScope system. 
10.COMP 2 / RGB 
Five BNCs for connecting either RGB or component (YPbPr), SD or HD video signals. 
(The VX-3000 automatically detects the signal format.) 
2.3 
VX-3000 Remote 
Control
Figure 2-4 shows the VX-3000 remote...

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1.LIGHT  
Press to illuminate the buttons. 
2.ON / OFF 
Use these buttons to turn the projector on or off.
3.Source Selection Buttons: 
 
VID 
Press to select Composite video input as the source.  
 
S-VID (S-Video) 
Press to select the S-Video input as the source.  
 
COMP1 
Press to select Component 1 video input as the source.  
 
COMP2 
Press to select Component 2 video input as the source.  
 
RGB  
Press to select the...

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5.Picture Adjustment Buttons: 
 
BRT (Brightness) 
Press to adjust black level. 
 
CONT (Contrast) 
Press to adjust white level. 
 
COL (Color) 
Press to adjust color intensity. 
 
TINT 
Press to adjust color hues.
6.Memory Preset Buttons: 
 
ISF 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....

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9.Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Controls: 
 
ACT 
Press to switch to the active window in PIP mode. 
 
PIP 
Press to activate PIP mode.  
 
PIP+ 
Press to enlarge the PIP window. 
 
PIP- 
Press to shrink the size of the PIP window.
10.Motorized Lens Controls: 
 
FOCUS (VX-3000 Ultra only) 
Press to focus the image.  
 
ZOOM (VX-3000 Ultra only) 
Press to reduce or enlarge the projected image size.  
 
LENS 
Press to access the lens...

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3.1 
Remote Control
To install batteries in the remote control, push the 
battery cover and slide it off. Install the two AAA 
batteries with the correct polarity and then 
replace the cover. 
Notes on Batteries• 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.
• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to...

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3.2 
Quick Setup
Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the VX-3000 installation process. The sections 
following this one provide detailed instructions. 
   
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video 
installation specialist.
Table 3-1. Installation Overview 
StepProcedureFor Details, Refer to 
page...
1Choose a location for the projector15
2Install primary projection lens (VX-3000 Ultra only)22
3
If installing a...

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3.3 
Installation 
Considerations
Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are 
installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into 
account to ensure your projector performs optimally.
Installation TypeChoose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or 
inverted mount. 
Table 3-2 compares these various...

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Throw DistanceThrow 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...