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xii Runco VX-44d/-55d Installation/Operation Manual
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Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................19
Installation Type....................................................................................................19
Ambient Light .......................................................................................................19
Throw Distance.....................................................................................................20
Vertical and Horizontal Position.............................................................................21
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift..........................................................................21
Folded Optics .......................................................................................................24
Audio/Video Synchronization Issues......................................................................24
Other Considerations............................................................................................25
Installing the Projection Lens ......................................................................................25
Installing the Optional CineWide Lens Mount ..............................................................26
Remove Projector Front Feet (CineWide with AutoScope).....................................26
Install Anamorphic Lens Motor (CineWide with AutoScope) or
Base Plate (fixed CineWide) ..................................................................................26
Install Projector Stand (CineWide with AutoScope, Floor-Mount)...........................27
Mounting the VX-44d/-55d .........................................................................................28
Floor Mounting (Upright) .......................................................................................28
Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)....................................................................................28
Adjusting the Projection Angle ..............................................................................28
Connections to the VX-44d/-55d and DHD Controller ................................................29
Connector Panel Access.......................................................................................29
Connecting the DHD Controller to the VX-44d/-55d..............................................29
Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller .......................................30
RS-232 Controller Connection ..............................................................................36
Connecting 12-volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment...................................37
Connecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD Controller....................................38
Connecting to AC Power ......................................................................................39
Turning on the Power .................................................................................................40
Primary Lens Adjustments ..........................................................................................41
Focus and Zoom ..................................................................................................41
Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift..........................................................................41
Adjusting the Picture Orientation ................................................................................41
Installing and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens .............................................42
Attach Lens Mounting Assembly to Lens Motor Carriage Plate
(CineWide with AutoScope) or Base Plate (fixed CineWide) ...................................42
Configure Lens Motor Trigger (CineWide with AutoScope) ....................................43
Adjust the Anamorphic Lens .................................................................................43