Runco Projector VX 6000D User Guide

INSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL  
VX-6000d  
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1080p Digital Light Processing Projector  
and Digital High Definition (DHD™) Controller/Scaler/Processor  
VX-6000d  
VX-6000d/CineWide™  
VX-6000d/CineWide with AutoScope™  
 
RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited  
Warranty  
Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco® product! With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years  
of unparalleled video performance.  
This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is provided free of charge by Runco International with the purchase of a covered  
Runco product. The following sets forth Runco’s Standard Limited Warranty applicable to all Runco projectors, processors,  
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LCD and plasma display products, with the exception of the following models: XP-103DHD, SC-1, SC-1a and VW-100HD .  
The following terms and conditions of the RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty represent a contract between us, Runco  
International and you, the customer who has purchased a Runco product. This contract applies to purchases of covered  
Runco products occurring on or after September 1, 2008. Runco reserves the right to change the terms of this contract, and  
such changes shall apply to purchases of covered Runco products that occur on or after any future effective date.  
RuncoCare Standard Features  
• Two-year protection from defects in material and workmanship  
• Access to 24x7 phone support  
• Complimentary, second-day one-way shipping  
Warranty Coverage  
Runco warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period provided below.  
If, in Runco’s determination, a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, Runco  
will repair the product, replace the product with a similar new or like new product, or refund a prorata share of the purchase  
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price (calculated based on the remainder of the warranty period and the thencurrent MSRP of a similar product), if repair or  
replacement of the product is determined by Runco to not be feasible.  
Length of Warranty  
Runco products are warranted for two (2) years from the date of shipment from Runco. Lamps are warranted six (6) months  
from the date of shipment or 1000 hours, whichever comes first. All other accessories, which includes, but is not limited to,  
cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens cap and other peripherals sold with the Runco product, are warranted for ninety (90)  
days from the date of shipment. Repaired product or replacement lamp is subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if  
any) of the original warranty term or 90 days from the date the product was shipped to you, whichever is longer.  
Eligibility  
This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty is valid only for the first customer who purchases the covered product from an  
authorized Runco dealer or distributor. This warranty is not transferable. You may be required to provide proof of purchase in  
order to receive warranty services.  
1. Runco may update this list of products excluded from this warranty from time to time at Runcos sole discretion, but updates to  
the list of covered products will not apply on a retroactive basis.  
2. MSRP is defined as the most recent product price listed on Runcos price list.  
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RuncoCare Claim Procedure  
In the event of a product defect, please follow the warranty claim procedure provided below:  
1. The Customer is required to contact a Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support via email at [email protected] or via  
in Europe for product service.  
2. Be prepared to provide the date of purchase, the place of purchase, serial number, product model number, description of  
the problem and troubleshooting steps already attempted.  
3. Runco Technical Support staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem. If Runco is  
unable to fix the problem to the customer’s satisfaction, Runco will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) if it is  
determined that the claim was made within the coverage period of the Standard Limited Warranty.  
4. The customer will need to return the defective product to the Runco repair depot location specified by the Runco technical  
support representative. The customer will need to properly package the defective product, consisting of the product only,  
and not include any accessories (e.g., cables, remotes, carrying cases, lens, lens cap and other peripherals) and return it  
to the Runco repair depot specified by the technical support representative. It is the customer’s responsibility to properly  
package the hardware, include all appropriate materials, and return it to the location specified by the Runco technical  
support department. The customer will need to address and resolve any shipping damage claims directly with the shipping  
company.  
5. The customer is responsible for providing a suitable box to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot.  
Boxes may be purchased from a Runco technical support representative.  
6. The customer is responsible for paying freight charges to ship the defective product to an authorized Runco repair depot.  
7. Runco will pay freight charges to return the repaired/replacement product to the customer from the Runco repair depot.  
8. Once an RMA has been created, the customer may contact [email protected] for followup questions or  
confirmation status of the claim process.  
Warranty Exclusions  
This RuncoCare Standard Limited Warranty does not include or is limited by the following:  
1. Products not purchased from an authorized Runco dealer  
2. Rental costs incurred by the customer in the event of product defect or failure  
3. Any product with a defaced, modified, or removed serial number  
4. Damage, deterioration, or malfunction resulting from:  
a Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, improper ventilation, fire, water, disaster, lightning, or other acts of nature, smoke  
exposure (cigarette or otherwise), unauthorized product modification (including use of an unauthorized mount), or failure  
to follow instructions supplied with the product  
b Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Runco  
c Any damage to the product due to shipment  
d Removal or installation of the product  
e Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure  
f Use of supplies or parts not meeting Runco’s specifications  
g Normal wear and tear  
h Expected lamp degradation and normal decrease in lamp output over a period of time or as the lamp is consumed  
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Customer caused defects, including but not limited to, scratched/defaced/altered plastics  
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Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlined in the product’s user guide where a schedule is specified for  
regular cleaning of the product  
k Opening the product and/or tampering with internal circuitry  
Products lost, stolen or discarded  
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m Any damage or dissatisfaction associated with latent images, “burnin,” or any other damage determined by Runco to be  
the result of customer use patterns  
n Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect in material or workmanship  
5. Removal, installation, and setup service charges are excluded from this Standard Limited warranty  
6. Runco’s warranty does not cover black uniformity issues or other LCD issues associated with usage outside the Runco  
recommended guidelines and specifications for the product  
7. Second day shipment delivery time and availability may vary based on origin and destination and Runco is unable to deliver  
to PO Box and FPO Box addresses  
Extended Service Options  
Runco offers extended and expanded service plans. For information on additional product protection, please email  
[email protected] or call (toll free) 800-23RUNCO (800-237-8626).  
Online Product Registration  
Limitation of Implied Warranties  
RUNCO PROVIDES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN. RUNCO  
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
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Exclusion of Damages  
RUNCO’S MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF  
THE PRODUCT.  
1. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT,  
DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF PROFITS,  
LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR  
OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF THE CUSTOMER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  
2. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE  
DAMAGES ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.  
3. RUNCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.  
Effect of Local Law  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from locality to locality. Some localities  
do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the  
above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.  
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:  
© Copyright 2009 Runco International, LLC (“Runco”). 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 Runco.  
The trademarks reporduced in this Runco Owner’s Manual and used on the Runco Products are either owned by Runco or are  
licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco.  
THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.  
Runco Products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other Patents  
Pending.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco video product! 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.  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that  
produce heat.  
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider  
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is  
provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of  
the obsolete outlet.  
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point  
where they exit from the apparatus.  
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.  
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in  
any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,  
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
15. The +12V trigger only outputs 12Vdc signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could  
cause damage to this unit.  
16. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.  
17. 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.  
18. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond rated life could cause them to  
explode in rare occasions.  
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19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on.  
Compliance Information  
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:  
Manufacturer’s Name: Runco International, LLC  
Manufacturer’s Address: 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992  
hereby declares that the Products’ Model Numbers:  
VX-6000d, VX-6000d/CineWide™ and VX-6000d/CineWide with AutoScope™  
conform with the provisions of:  
Council Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility;  
EN 55022 “Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of information technology equipment”  
1998;  
EN 55024 “Limits and methods of measurements of immunity characteristics of information technology equipment” 1998;  
Including:  
• EN 61000-4-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 2:  
Electrostatic discharge immunity test”  
• EN 61000-4-3 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 3: Radiated,  
Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test”  
• EN 61000-4-4 “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 4: Electrical  
fast transient/burst immunity test”  
• EN 61000-4-5 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 5: Surge  
immunity test"  
• EN 61000-4-6 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 6: Conducted  
disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields immunity test"  
• EN 61000-4-8 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 8: Conducted  
disturbances induced by power frequency magnetic fields immunity test"  
• EN 61000-4-11 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques Section 11: Voltage  
dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests"  
And:  
• EN 61000-3-2 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment  
input current up to and including 16 A per phase)" 2000;  
• EN 61000-3-3 "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3, Section 3: Limitations of voltage changes, voltage  
fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A  
and not subject to conditional connection" 1995;  
Council Directive 2006/95/EC and amended by M1 and C1 on Low Voltage Equipment Safety;  
EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment”  
The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Runco International,  
LLC, located at 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992.  
Date of Declaration: March 2009  
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FCC PART 15:  
NOTE: 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.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
INDUSTRY CANADA (ICES-003):  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
PRODUCT DISPOSAL:  
The Product contains small amounts of tin, lead and/or mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to  
environmental considerations.  
IMPORTANT RECYCLE INSTRUCTIONS  
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be  
hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws.  
DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applicable throughout the European  
Union and other European countries with separate collection programs)  
This symbol found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that this product should not be treated as  
household waste when you wish to dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable collection  
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,  
you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could  
otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve  
natural resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please  
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.  
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1. Introduction  
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco Video  
Extreme™ VX-6000d DLP™ Projector and DHD Controller. Throughout this manual, the  
Runco VX-6000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller/Scaler/Processor are referred to  
collectively as the “VX-6000d.”  
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About This Manual  
Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the  
most out of the VX-6000d.  
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  
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and  
other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.runco.com.  
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.  
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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.  
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Using This Manual  
If you need...  
... Turn to page:  
Information about obtaining service  
General information about the VX-6000d DLP  
Projector and DHD Controller/Scaler/Processor  
Installation instructions  
First-time configuration instructions  
Advanced configuration instructions  
Troubleshooting tips  
Product specifications  
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The Runco Video Extreme™ VX-6000d follows in the footsteps of its renowned  
predecessor, the VX-5000d by offering extraordinary performance, state of the art optics,  
impressive custom installation flexibility and today’s most advanced DLP technology with  
1920 x 1080 SuperOnyx™ resolution.  
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Description, Features  
and Benefits  
Its performance is so extraordinary, in fact, that the VX-6000d has earned its place in our  
exclusive, Video Xtreme™ family of products — our top of the line and the world’s first  
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video products to earn prestigious THX certification.  
The VX-6000d incorporates Runco’s exclusive Enhanced GEN 3™ engineering  
advancements to make more efficient use of optical light engine design. This results in  
greater light output and dramatically increases contrast ratio.  
Among the advances Runco has developed are a sophisticated color balancing system  
and Reflectance Volume Regulation™ (RVR™), which provides the perfect balance of  
black and white levels. These engineering achievements are combined with lens choices  
featuring world-class optics and lens shift versatility. The resulting images are superb. In  
fact, the VX-6000d can easily surpass the black levels of film projectors!  
The VX-6000d is supplied with Runco’s next-generation, Digital High Definition (DHD™)  
Controller/Scaler/Processor, featuring advanced Vivix III™ video processing and superb  
scaling. 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. The  
DHD provides for a pure digital signal path from input to light engine.  
The VX-6000d produces an impressive 1750 ANSI lumens of light output (CSMS light  
output of 17.3 to 29.8 ft-Lamberts).  
For uncompromising widescreen reproduction of movies originally filmed in the “scope”  
(2.35:1) format, the VX-6000d 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-6000d 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-6000d offers these key features and benefits:  
• Runco-engineered, Enhanced GEN 3 Technology™ with RVR  
• Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)  
• Two HDMI Inputs (on DHD Controller) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection  
(HDCP)  
• HDTV Compatible  
• CinOptx™ Telesto lens options for stunning sharpness and throw distance flexibility  
Parts List  
Your VX-6000d 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-6000d DLP Projector and DHD Controller/Scaler/Processor  
• Setup Remote Control Unit and four (4), AAA-size batteries (for adjusting lens zoom  
and focus)  
• DHD Controller Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries  
• AC Power Cords (2)  
• RJ-11 Telephone Cable, 50 feet (15.24 meters)  
• 3/16” Hex Wrench (for adjusting lens position)  
• Rack-mount hardware for the DHD Controller  
• Runco VX-6000d Installation/Operation Manual (this document)  
• VX-6000d Quick Setup Guide  
Optional Accessories:  
• CineWide™ technology (fixed, secondary anamorphic lens)  
• CineWide™ with AutoScope™ system (secondary anamorphic lens and motorized  
mount)  
• Ceiling mount kit (part number 956-0074-00)  
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2. Controls and Functions  
Figure 2-1 shows the key VX-6000d components.  
2.1  
VX-6000d at a Glance  
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Figure 2-1. VX-6000d Front/Top/Side/Bottom/Rear View  
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1. VERTICAL LENS SHIFT  
Using a 3/16” hex wrench, turn this to move the lens up or down.  
2. POWER LED  
Lights red to indicate that the projector is in standby; lights blue to indicate normal  
operation.  
3. TEMP LED  
Lights red to indicate that the projector has overheated and shut down.  
4. INTAKE VENTS  
Cool air enters the projector through these vents. To prevent overheating, ensure that  
these vents are never blocked.  
5. LAMP LED  
Lights blue to indicate normal lamp operation; off when the lamp has failed or the  
projector is off.  
6. EXHAUST VENTS  
Hot air exits the projector through these vents. This air can be quite hot. Ensure that  
there are no heat-sensitive objects near them and that they are never blocked.  
7. RUNCO LOGO / LENS CONTROL INFRARED (IR) RECEIVER  
During initial installation, rotate the logo plate one quarter-turn (90 degrees) to uncover  
the lens control IR receiver. This enables you to use the motorized focus and zoom  
(image size) controls.  
When you have finished adjusting the zoom and focus, you can rotate the logo 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 turn it.  
8. PRIMARY PROJECTION LENS  
9. JEWELRY RETAINING SCREW  
Loosen this screw to remove the front jewelry, should you ever need to replace the  
lens.  
10. CABLE OPENING  
Pass cables through this opening.  
11. HORIZONTAL LENS SHIFT  
Using a 3/16” hex wrench, turn this to move the lens left or right.  
12. LAMP COVER  
Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment.  
13. REAR PANEL ACCESS DOOR  
Open this door to access the rear-panel connectors and built-in keypad. To open the  
door, push on the left side of the lever and rotate it 90 degrees clockwise. Then, pull  
the lever toward you and down slightly.  
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Figure 2-2 shows the VX-6000d rear connector panel.  
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VX-6000d Rear Panel  
T I O R A  
A S P E C T  
R E T U R N E N T E R  
D O W N U P  
L E F T  
R I G H T  
M E N U  
A N S D T B Y O N  
RETURN ENTER  
DOWN  
UP  
LEFT  
RIGHT  
MENU  
ASPECT  
RATIO  
STANDBY  
ON  
H D M I  
HDMI  
T R I G G E R I R  
IR  
R S - 2 3 2 O U T  
RS-232 OUT  
A C I N 1 0 0 - 2 4 0 V 5 0 - 6 0 H z  
TRIGGER  
AC IN 100-240V 50-60Hz  
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Figure 2-2. VX-6000d Rear Panel  
1. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)  
Connect the VX-6000d to power here.  
2. HDMI INPUT  
An HDCP-compliant, digital video input for connecting the HDMI output from the DHD  
Controller.  
3. BUILT-IN KEYPAD  
Used for maintenance and troubleshooting purposes only.  
4. 12-VOLT (200 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUT (cylindrical, DC power supply-type jack)  
Connection for a retractable screen, screen masking or other, 12-volt  
trigger-activated equipment. Outputs +12 volts/200 mA when the projector is turned  
on.  
5. WIRED IR (3.5-mm, mini phono jack)  
Not used. To use an external infrared receiver or wired remote control with this  
projector, connect it to the IR input on the DHD Controller (see Figure 2-4).  
6. RS-232C (RJ-11 female connector)  
Connect the Display Control (RS-232) output from the DHD Controller here, using  
the provided communication cable.  
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Figure 2-3 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the  
paragraphs that follow describe them.  
2.3  
DHD Controller Front  
Panel  
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standby  
VX-2000/6000  
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HDMI 1  
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Figure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel  
1. RUNCO ICON  
Lights blue to indicate that the controller is on or powering up.  
2. IR SENSOR  
Receives IR commands from the remote control.  
3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY  
Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected  
menu or – if no menu is selected – the connected display device model, current  
source, input resolution and aspect ratio.  
4. ON/STANDBY BUTTON  
Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to  
standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access  
buttons on the remote control.  
5. LEFT BUTTON  
Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the OSD. When no menu  
is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles through the different sources, in this  
order:  
HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - SCART - HD 2 - HD 1 - Component - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 -  
Composite Video  
6. DOWN BUTTON  
Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the OSD. When  
no menu is present on-screen, this button toggles through the different aspect ratios,  
in this order:  
16:9 - 4:3 - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema - Virtual Cinema - Native  
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