Runco Vx3000i Ultra Operation Manual

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Connecting Source 
Components to the 
VX-3000
Connect your video sources to the VX-3000 as shown and described in the sections that 
follow. 
HDMI/DVI Connections: See Figure 3-13. With an HDMI source, use the included 
HDMI-to-HDMI cable; with a DVI source, use a DVI-to-HDMI cable. 
Figure 3-13. HDMI/DVI Source Connections
Use the HDMI input whenever possible. This ensures the highest 
video quality because the signal is carried in the...

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RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source (DVD player 
or HD set top box) to the COMP 2/RGB input; see 
Figure 3-14. You can use a 
DB15HD-to-5 x BNC cable if your RGB source has a 15-pin, VGA-type connector. 
Figure 3-14. RGB Connections
Progressive Component Video Connections: Connect your progressive component 
source (DVD player or HD set top box) to the COMP 2/RGB input as shown in 
Figure 
3-15.  
Figure...

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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: Connect your composite, 
S-Video and component video sources to the VX-3000 as shown in 
Figure 3-16. 
Figure 3-16. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections
S-VID /S-VID
DTV Source, 
DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver
etc.
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RS-232 Controller 
Connection
Use a communication cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system 
(if present) to the RS-232 port on the VX-3000; see 
Figure 3-17. 
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on 
page 77.
Figure 3-17. RS-232 Control System Connection
➤
S-VID /S-VID
1 2 3 4 5
7 8 96
D-Sub 9-pin female RJ-11 MaleCommunication Cable,
RJ-11 male to
D-Sub 9-pin female
1
2...

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Connecting 12-Volt 
Trigger Output to External 
Theater Equipment
If you are installing a VX-3000i/CineWide with AutoScope, VX-3000d/CineWide with 
AutoScope or VX-3000
 Ultra/CineWide with AutoScope, use the cable supplied with the 
AutoScope Lens Motor to connect the motor to the 12-volt trigger output as shown in 
Figure 3-18. 
Figure 3-18. Connecting the 12-Volt Trigger Output to the AutoScope Lens Motor
If your home theater contains...

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Connecting to AC PowerProjector: The VX-3000 ships with 
various types of AC power cords. 
Choose the one that is appropriate 
to your locale.
Plug the female end of the power 
cord into the AC receptacle on the 
rear of the projector (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...

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3.9 
Primary Lens 
Adjustments
The VX-3000 gives you a great deal of control over the picture size, position and focus. 
Focus and ZoomTo focus the projected image, grasp the lens by the outer 
ring and rotate it. 
To make the picture smaller (zoom out) or larger (zoom in), 
move the zoom tab in the appropriate direction.
Focus and Zoom – 
VX-3000 Ultra
The VX-3000 Ultra has motorized focus and zoom 
controls. To access them, use the...

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3.11 
Adjusting the Picture 
Orientation
By default, the VX-3000 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:
1. Press MENU on the remote control. 
2. Select Installation from the Main Menu and press ENTER. 
3. Select Orientation from the...

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Cylindrical Anamorphic 
Lens Installation and 
Adjustment
The Cylindrical Anamorphic lens mount kit consists of everything shown in Figure 3-20. 
Some components shipped with your projector may differ slightly from what is shown in 
these instructions. 
Figure 3-20. Cylindrical Anamorphic Lens Mounting Assembly - Exploded View
Attaching Lens Mounting Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate or Fixed 
CineWide Base Plate: 
1. Remove the two...

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5. Use the Height/Y Adjustment T-Screws/Washers (item #3), Pitch Adjustment 
T-Screws/Washers (item
 #4) and T-Nuts (item #9) to attach the Pitch Adjustment 
Yoke and Lens Adapter Ring to the Anamorphic Lens Holder. The Yoke should be 
as close to the primary lens as possible.
6. Attach the lens to the Lens Adapter Ring by threading it clockwise. 
Figure 3-21. Attaching the Anamorphic Lens to the Lens Ring
Configure Lens Motor Trigger:...