I NSTALLATION/ O PERATION M ANUAL LS-7 Home Theater Projector
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19. Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on.
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. • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. EL IM IN A R • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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1 Table of Contents RuncoCare™ Standard Two Year Limited Warranty ................................................... iii Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................... vii Compliance Information .............................................................................................. viii 1. Introduction ...............................................................................................................
Table of Contents Mounting the LS-7 .....................................................................................................19 Floor Mounting (Upright) .......................................................................................19 Ceiling Mounting (Inverted)....................................................................................19 Adjusting the Projection Angle ..............................................................................19 Connections to the LS-7 ......
Table of Contents 6. Serial Communications ..........................................................................................65 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................65 Serial Command Syntax .............................................................................................65 Key Commands....................................................................................................65 Operations Commands................
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1 List of Figures 2-1. LS-7 Front/Side View ...................................................................................................5 2-2. LS-7 Rear/Bottom/Top View ........................................................................................7 2-3. LS-7 Rear Panel ...........................................................................................................8 3-1. IR Reception Angles .........................................................................................
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Introduction 1. Introduction This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco LS-7 Digital Light Processing (DLP™) Projector. 1.1 About This Manual Throughout this manual, the Runco LightStyle™ Series LS-7 Home Theater Projector is referred to as the “LS-7.” Target Audience Y Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the LS-7.
Introduction 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: Note NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance. They also provide supplemental information. Caution CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade performance or cause a malfunction.
Introduction The LightStyle™ Series LS-7 Home Theater Projector encompasses Runco’s award-winning three-chip performance in an elegant, sleek package. Feature rich, including advanced connectivity and the latest-generation video processing, the LS-7 provides style and elegance to the most exacting custom theaters. 1.3 Description, Features and Benefits Impressive, unique and unlike single-chip DLP™ implementations, no color wheel is used in the LS-7.
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Controls and Functions 2. Controls and Functions 2.1 LS-7 at a Glance Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the key LS-7 components. Top IR Sensor EL IM IN A R System Keypad Y Power Button/ Status LED Exhaust Vent Intake Vent Projection Lens Front IR Sensor PR Figure 2-1. LS-7 Front/Side View • TOP IR SENSOR Receives infrared signals from the remote control unit.
Controls and Functions • POWER BUTTON/STATUS LED Indicates projector status as follows: • Solid green = AC power present, ready to turn on (lamp not lit) • Flashing green = lamp is warming up or cooling down; keypad functions not allowed • Off = Lamp lit, projector functioning normally • Alternating green/red = Lamp problem (door open, unable to strike, end of life), user intervention likely to fix problem • Flashing red = Over temperature, user intervention (clear vents, turn on AC) may fix problem • Soli
Controls and Functions EL IM IN A R 2 Y 1 3 4 PR 5 6 Figure 2-2. LS-7 Rear/Bottom/Top View 1. RUNCO LOGO BADGE 2. REAR COVER Remove to access connectors. 3. LAMP MODULE COVER Remove this cover to access the lamp compartment. 4. CABLE OPENING Pass cables through this opening. 5. CEILING MOUNT HOLES Use these to attach the ceiling bracket to the projector. Use M4 screws with a maximum screw depth of 10 mm (0.39 inch). 6.
Controls and Functions 2.2 LS-7 Rear Panel Figure 2-3 shows the LS-7 rear panel. (LS-5 only) 10 9 8 7 5 6 EL IM IN A R Y 11 1 AC 2 AC 3 4 (LS-5 only) Figure 2-3. LS-7 Rear Panel PR 1. HDMI 1 (Digital) HDMI 2 (Digital) HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting an HDMI or DVI source. 2. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the LS-7 to power here. 3.
Controls and Functions 7. S-VIDEO A standard S-Video input for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS (S-VHS) VCR. 8. IR INPUT Wired input from a Niles- or Xantech-compatible, infrared (IR) repeater system. 9. TRIGGER 2 (3.5-mm, mini phono jack) Provides 12 (+/- 1.5) volt switched output for screen relays with 250mA current capacity and short protection. Y 10. TRIGGER 1 Provides 12 (+/- 1.5) volt switched output for screen relays with 250mA current capacity and short protection. 3.
Controls and Functions 5. Aspect Ratio Selection Button Press this button repeatedly to select one of the following aspect ratios: 16 : 9: For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. Letterbox: For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen. 4 : 3: Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 sources in the center of the screen. 4:3 Narrow: Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 sources in the center of the screen when using an anamorphic lens.
Installation 3. Installation To install batteries in the remote control: 1. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it. 3.1 Remote Control 2. Install two AA batteries with the correct polarity. 3. 2. EL IM IN A R 1. Y 3. Replace the cover. • Make sure that the battery polarities are correct when installing the batteries. Notes on Batteries • Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.
Installation • The projector’s front IR receiver has a range of approximately 40 feet (12.19 meters); the top IR receiver has a range of approximately 20 feet (6.10 meters). Figure 3-1 shows the reception angles of the front and top IR receivers. EL IM IN A R Y 90.0° 90.0° 135.0° PR Figure 3-1.
Installation Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the LS-7 installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Note Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation specialist. For Details, Refer to page... Procedure EL IM IN A R Step Y Table 3-1.
Installation 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 Type ➤ 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. Table 3-2.
Installation 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 Throw distance is the distance measured from the front of the projector to the screen.
Installation Table 3-3 lists the available LS-7 Series lens options and their associated throw ratios. Table 3-3. Throw Ratios for the LS-7 Series Projector Model Throw Ratio Minimum Maximum 1.85 – 2.40 134.31 174.24 Standard LS-7 with Optik A Primary Lens 1.56 – 1.86 113.26 135.03 Y Standard LS-7 Proper placement of the projector relative to the screen will yield a rectangular, perfectly-centered image that completely fills the screen.
Installation You can use the lens shift controls on the projector 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 3-4 and Figure 3-5. Screen Center 0% 50% Height Lens Shift (0.5 x H) EL IM IN A R Y 100% Height Lens Shift (1.0 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. PR Figure 3-4.
Installation 100% Width Lens Shift (1.0 x W) 50% Width Lens Shift (0.5 x W) Screen Center PR EL IM IN A R Y 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 3-5. Horizontal Lens Shift (Example Only) Vertical Lens Shift: The LS-7 provides up to 65% of vertical lens shift up or down. For example, with a 100 x 56 inch (1.78:1) screen, you can shift the image up to 36.
Installation 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 3-6. 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 Screen Figure 3-6.
Installation 3.5 Connections to the LS-7 Proceed as follows to connect the LS-7 to your video sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power. When connecting your equipment: • Use the correct signal cables for each source. • Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors that have them. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, loosen the two screws holding the rear compartment cover in place.
Installation Connect your video sources to the LS-7 as shown and described in the sections that follow. HDMI/DVI Connections: See Figure 3-7. Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path, from source component output into the projector. PR EL IM IN A R Y Tip HDMI or DVI Source(s) (BD/HD-DVD/DVD Player, HD Set Top Box, Game Console etc.) Figure 3-7.
Installation RGB Connections: Connect your personal computer or other RGB source to the RGB input. Optionally, if the source outputs RGB with composite sync, connect the green, blue and red outputs to the Y, Pb and Pr terminals on the COMPONENT 1/SCART input and the sync output to the VIDEO input. EL IM IN A R Y See Figure 3-8. Green Blue Red DVD Player or Other SCART RGBS Source PR Sync Personal Computer Figure 3-8.
Installation Component Video Connections: Connect your component video sources to the COMPONENT 1/SCART, COMPONENT 2 or RGB inputs as shown in Figure 3-9. Pb Pr Y PR EL IM IN A R Y Y Pb Pr DTV Set-Top Box or Other Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-9.
Installation PR EL IM IN A R Y Composite/S-Video Connections: Connect your Composite and S-Video sources to the LS-7 as shown in Figure 3-10. DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-10.
Installation Connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port on the LS-7; see Figure 3-11. Use a standard, 9-pin serial cable, wired straight-through. For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on page 65. 5 4 8 1 2 7 6 Y 9 3 EL IM IN A R 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground (none of the other pins are used) to Automation/ Control System or PC PR Figure 3-11.
Installation Connecting 12-Volt ➤ Trigger Output to External Theater Equipment If your home theater contains a retractable screen, screen mask or other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment, connect it to the 12-volt trigger output(s) as shown in Figure 3-12. Y Retractable Screen or other 12-volt trigger-activated device Sleeve = Ground EL IM IN A R Tip = +12V Figure 3-12.
Installation The LS-7 ships with various types of AC power cords. Choose the one that is appropriate to your locale. Connecting to AC Power Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the projector (AC 100V ~ 240V); see Figure 2-3. Then, connect the other end to your AC power source. 1. Turn on your source components. ON 2. Press the ON button on the remote control to turn on the LS-7. The LED flashes green to indicate that it is warming up. l 3.
Installation Installing the Optional Stray Light Shield: For installations that require significant vertical lens shift (50% or more of the screen height), a lens shield is provided with the LS-7 that minimizes stray light around the image. The light shield attaches to threads at the end of the lens. Or, if you have installed a lens filter, you can attach the light shield to it. To install or remove the light shield, squeeze the two side "wings" to snap it into place or release it.
Installation If the LS-7 is installed behind the screen, you must change the picture orientation to match the installation method. To do this, press MENU on the remote control. Then, select System from the Main Menu. 3.9 Adjusting the Picture Orientation Rear Projection If the projector is ceiling-mounted, the LS-7 automatically inverts the image. If this automatic inversion is not desired, select Ceiling Mode from the System Menu and set it to Off.
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Operation 4. Operation Press M1, M2 or M3 to recall settings from a memory preset. Then, press ENTER to confirm your selection. Or, to cancel the operation, press to select Cancel and press ENTER. You can assign each of these three buttons to any of four memory presets. For more information, refer to M1 Key / M2 Key / M3 Key on page 55. 4.
Operation For PIP purposes, there are three groups of inputs 4.4 separated by their display modes: Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) • Video (SD) group: Video, S-Video and SCART PIP SWAP LIGHT inputs. • Graphic (HD) group: Component 1, Component 2 and RGB inputs. • Digital Video group: HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 inputs. PIP shows one input from any of these groups within or beside one input from either of the other two groups. Y • Press PIP to enable the PIP function.
Operation 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or system keypad to display the Main Menu. 2. There are six menus. Press 3. Press or or to select a sub-menu. to select a sub-menu item. 4. For each sub-menu item, the currently-selected value appears in white text or is otherwise highlighted. Press or to choose a setting for that item, or press ENTER to go to another sub-menu. 6. From the Main Menu, press MENU to turn off the OSD menu. Y 5. Press MENU to return to the previous menu.
Operation Brightness Contrast Color Color Tint Sharpness Main Noise Reduction Overscan Source Select PIP Select Resync Color Space Video Standard Gamma Color Temperature Color Gamut Advanced Menu Position 0 ... 50* ...
Operation The LS-7 Main Menu, shown in Figure 4-2, provides access to the most commonly-used projector functions. Note 1. For best results, Runco recommends that you set ConstantContrast to Off before adjusting Brightness, Contrast and other image quality settings in this menu (refer to ConstantContrast on page 48). After you have completed the initial calibration, set ConstantContrast to On if desired. PR EL IM IN A R Y 2. Image controls only operate on the active source.
Operation Aspect Ratio: To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, press or to highlight Aspect Ratio. Use the or buttons to select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size, installed lens configuration and the type of program material being viewed, then press ENTER; refer to Table 4-2. Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect Ratio of Source Signal Description Geometry of Projected Image With Standard Lens (1.78:1 Screen) With Anamorphic Lens (2.
Operation Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued) Aspect Ratio Setting Aspect Ratio of Source Signal Description Geometry of Projected Image With Standard Lens (1.78:1 Screen) With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen) 16:9 Y EL IM IN A R Letterbox Letterbox mode scales (zooms in on) a 4:3 image linearly (by the same amount on all sides) to fill a 16:9 display, cropping the top and bottom of the image.
Operation Table 4-2. Aspect Ratio Settings (continued) Aspect Ratio of Source Signal Description Geometry of Projected Image With Standard Lens (1.78:1 Screen) With Anamorphic Lens (2.35:1 Screen) 1080i HDTV Image 1080i HDTV Image Y Aspect Ratio Setting Select Native to display the source signal in its native resolution, centered in the display area with no re-sizing or overscan. With SDTV and EDTV sources, the LS-7 scales the image horizontally to achieve a 16:9 aspect ratio.
Operation Memory: Select Memory from the Main menu, then press ENTER to recall image quality settings previously saved, or to save changed settings in any of four memory locations. • Recall Memory: Select Recall Memory from the Memory menu to recall saved image quality settings. Unless you select Default (see below), this control affects all sources, not just the active source. • User Memory 1 and User Memory 2 contain the factory default settings when the projector is initially turned on.
Operation Y Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) Figure 4-3 shows a typical PLUGE pattern. EL IM IN A R Below Black Above Black Figure 4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness 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.
Operation Note 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. Color: To adjust the overall color intensity, select Color from the Main menu. Decrease this setting if colors are overly saturated; increase it if colors appear muted or washed out. Like the Brightness and Contrast controls, the color and tint controls are interactive.
Operation • Sharpness Mode: Sharpness Mode allows or prevents access to the detailed sharpness controls in this menu. In most cases, Simple mode provides a sufficient level of control to produce the best picture from the most popular sources. In Simple mode, only the Sharpness (top-most) slider is adjustable; the others are grayed out. Choose Advanced mode if you need more precise control over sharpness. In Advanced mode, only the top slider is grayed out.
Operation Overscan: 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 hides these inactive, outer edges of the image. Choose one of the following: • Off: This setting leaves the image as-is.
Operation Source Select: To select a video source, press or to highlight Source Select, then press ENTER. This displays the Source Select sub-menu, shown in Figure 4-7. EL IM IN A R Y The default source selection is HDMI 1. All sources that are not available per the source enable function (refer to Source Enable on page 52) are grayed out. PR Figure 4-7. Source Select Sub-Menu PIP Select: To select a PIP (secondary) video source, press Select, then press ENTER. The default PIP selection is Off.
Operation EL IM IN A R Y Use the controls in the Advanced menu, shown in Figure 4-8, to perform advanced image adjustments. Figure 4-8. LS-7 Advanced Menu Color Space: Select Color Space from the Advanced menu to choose the color space of the source signal for HDMI, RGB, and component connections. PR • The default setting, Auto, functions as follows: • HDMI: If the Auxiliary Video Information (AVI) infoframe contains color space and/or range data, the LS-7 uses that information.
Operation Video Standard: Select Video Standard from the Advanced menu to specify the color system for composite video or S-Video input signals. Different countries use different formats for video signals. Select the appropriate Video Standard for your region: • Auto: The color systems are automatically identified and the format is set accordingly. • PAL: This is the standard used in Europe, Australia and many other parts of the world, typically with a 50Hz frame rate.
Operation DLP Frame Rate: Select DLP Frame Rate from the Advanced menu to choose the output frame rate. You can have the LS-7 automatically determine the optimum frame rate, or you can force it to use a specific frame rate. Note If PIP is active, the LS-7 converts the PIP source frame rate to the same frame rate as the main source. • The default setting, Auto, frame locks to the main source if it has a vertical refresh rate of between 48 and 62Hz. Vertical refresh rates of from 24 to 31Hz are doubled.
Operation ConstantContrast: Select ConstantContrast from the Advanced menu to enable (On) or disable (Off) the ConstantContrast actuator in the optical engine. ConstantContrast uses a dynamic iris that modulates light to the DMD based on the actual content of the video material. Runco recommends that you disable ConstantContrast before adjusting Brightness, Contrast or other image settings.
Operation EL IM IN A R Y Fine Sync: To fine-tune the position and other image attributes, choose Fine Sync from the Advanced menu and press ENTER. This displays the Fine Sync sub-menu, shown in Figure 4-10. Figure 4-10. Fine Sync Sub-Menu PR • V Position: This control adjusts the vertical position of the image within the designated image area, up to 25 per cent of the image height up or down.
Operation • Tracking (RGB or Component sources): Tracking determines the frequency of the pixel sampling clock, indicated by the number of incoming pixels per line, so that all pixels generated by a particular source are sampled. Steady flickering or several soft vertical stripes or bands across the entire image indicates poor pixel tracking.
Operation EL IM IN A R Y Use the controls in the System menu, shown in Figure 4-11, to adjust the lamp, change the display orientation and perform other, common installation tasks. PR Figure 4-11.
Operation EL IM IN A R Y Source Enable: To enable or disable selection of a source, choose Source Enable from the System menu and press ENTER. This displays the Source Enable sub-menu, shown in Figure 4-12. PR Figure 4-12. Source Enable Sub-Menu • HDMI 1/HDMI 2: Enables or disables the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 sources. • RGB: Enables or disables the RGB source. • Comp 1/Comp 2: Enables or disables the Component 1 and Component 2 sources. • Video: Enables or disables the Composite video source.
Operation PIP Position: To change the position of the PIP image, choose PIP Position from the System menu; see Figure 4-13. Choose one of the following: • Top Left: This places the PIP source into a 427x240 designated image area at the top left of the screen. • Top Right: This places the PIP source into a 427x240 designated image area at the top right of the screen. • Bottom Left: This places the PIP source into a 427x240 designated image area at the bottom left of the screen-safe area of the DMD.
EL IM IN A R Y Operation Figure 4-14. PIP Split-Screen Mode Menu Position: Select Menu Position from the System menu to change the OSD menu position. The default setting is “ “ (top left). PR Translucent Menu: Select Translucent Menu from the System menu to adjust the degree of translucence (show-through) in the menus and message boxes. 0% means that the menus are opaque. The default setting is 25%. Lamp Power: Select Lamp Power from the System menu to adjust the lamp output level.
Operation EL IM IN A R Y Select Control from the Main Menu to set various options related to control of the projector. Figure 4-15. LS-7 Control Menu PR Lens Control: Select Lens Control from the Control menu to perform lens adjustments (focus, zoom and lens shift). For detailed instructions, refer to Lens Adjustments on page 27. 1 Key / 2 Key / 3 Key / 4 Key / 5 Key: These menu items assign the function of the keys numbered 1 through 5 on the remote.
Operation Trigger 1: Select Trigger 1 from the Control menu to specify when the Trigger 1 port outputs 12 volts. There is a three-second delay before activation to prevent operation while selecting an aspect ratio. • Lamp causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the lamp is on. • 16:9 causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the 16:9 aspect ratio is chosen. • Letterbox causes the port to output 12 volts whenever the Letterbox aspect ratio is chosen.
Operation Select Language from the Main Menu to change the OSD Language. Language or to select a language. Then, press ENTER to confirm your selection. PR Press EL IM IN A R Y The LS-7 can display the menus in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese or Russian.
Operation Service ➤ Access the Service Menu, shown in Figure 4-16, to view information that uniquely identifies your projector and indicates its current operational status: • Model Name • Unit Serial Number • Software Version • Active/PIP Source • Pixel Clock • Signal Format • H/V Refresh Rate Y • Lamp Hours (number of lamp hours elapsed since the last reset) PR EL IM IN A R Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions and/or resolve p
Operation Lamp Hour Reset: When you replace the projector lamp (refer to Lamp Replacement on page 61), you should also reset the lamp hour counter. To do this, select Lamp Hour Reset from the Service menu, then press ENTER. Press ENTER again to confirm the reset. Or, to cancel the operation, press on the remote to highlight No, then press ENTER. Reset the Lamp Hour counter ONLY after you replace the lamp. Otherwise, the reported “Lamp Hours” will be inaccurate.
Operation To turn test patterns off, press any key other than built-in keypad. or on the remote control unit or Altitude: Select Altitude from the Service Menu to control the operation of the projector’s cooling fan. PR EL IM IN A R Y In most cases, the default setting (Auto) will maintain the correct operating temperature. If the lamp frequently turns off due to overheating, or in certain high-altitude operating environments, you may need to change this setting to High.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting The lamp should be replaced when it reaches the end of its life (typically between 2000 and 4000 hours depending on the Lamp Power setting), or sooner if a noticeable degradation in brightness occurs. Contact your Runco dealer to obtain a replacement lamp. Y 1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 60 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.2 Troubleshooting Tips Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the LS-7. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact Runco Technical Support. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Solution • The LS-7 is not plugged in or the AC outlet is not active. • Lamp cover is not securely attached.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution • The Red/Pr, Green/Y or Blue/Pb outputs from the source are connected to the wrong inputs on the LS-7. • Ensure that the source outputs are connected to the correct LS-7 input. LED is flashing alternating green and red. • The lamp cover is open. • The lamp has failed or exceeded its usage life. • Close the lamp cover. • Replace the lamp with a new one. LED is flashing red.
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Serial Communications 6. Serial Communications To interface the LS-7 with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software: 1. Connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-11. 6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration 2. Start a terminal session on your PC using a terminal-emulation program, such as HyperTerminal. Y 3. Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: 38400 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no flow control.
Serial Communications Table 6-1 lists the serial command key names and IR codes. Table 6-1. Serial Command Key Names and IR Codes IR Code Remote Button Description Set 1 Set 2 pow.on l 0x01 0xB7 Turn power on. src.sw (none) 0x02 0xB8 Switch to the next source. 0x09 0xB9 Turn power off. 0x15 Y RS232 Keyname pow.off 0xBA EL IM IN A R menu Bring up or cancel menu display. MENU enter 0x17 0xBB Keypad enter. 0x18 0xBC Keypad down arrow. 0x1A 0xBD Keypad up arrow.
Serial Communications Table 6-1. Serial Command Key Names and IR Codes (continued) RS232 Keyname IR Code Remote Button Description Set 1 Set 2 (none) 0x86 0xC6 Switch to CRT gamma. gam.film (none) 0x87 0xC7 Switch to Film gamma. gam.vide (none) 0x88 0xC8 Switch to Video gamma. gam.brig (none) 0x89 0xC9 Switch to Bright Room gamma. gam.pc (none) 0x8A 0xCA Switch to PC gamma. src.1 1 0x8B 0xCB Switch the active source to source 1. src.2 2 src.3 3 src.4 4 src.5 5 bla.
Serial Communications Table 6-1. Serial Command Key Names and IR Codes (continued) IR Code RS232 Keyname Remote Button asp.16.9 Description Set 2 (none) 0x9E 0xDE Apply 16:9 aspect ratio to the active source. asp.4.3 (none) 0x9F 0xDF Apply 4:3 aspect ratio to the active source. asp.lett (none) 0xA0 0xE0 Apply Letterbox aspect ratio to the active source. asp.narr (none) 0xA1 0xE1 Apply 4:3 Narrow aspect ratio to the active source. 0xE3 Switch to next “PIP Select” state. pip.
Serial Communications - Subtracts 1 from the current value. (none) Performs an action such as a reset. Decrement Execute Table 6-2 lists the valid operations commands. For all but Execute functions, the response from the projector is the command and “= ” where is the current value or “NA” if the value is not available. For Execute functions the response is the same command. All responses are in UPPERCASE.
Serial Communications Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued) Operation Commands Values = 0 = User Memory 1 1 = User Memory 2 save.isf = 0 = ISF Day 1 = ISF Night bright = ? + - 0 - 200 contrast = ? + - 0 - 200 saturat = ? + - 0 - 200 tint = ? + - 0 - 200 sharp.simple = ? + - 0 - 200 sharp.mode = ? 0 = Simple 1 = Advanced horiz.sharp = ? + - 0 - 200 vert.sharp = ? + - 0 - 200 diag.sharp = ? + - 0 - 200 sharp.over = ? + - 0 - 200 horiz.text = ? + - 0 - 200 vert.
Serial Communications Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued) Commands Values = ? 0 = HDMI 1 1 = HDMI 2 2 = RGB 3 = YPrPb 1 4 = YPrPb 2 5 = S-Video 6 = Video 7 = SCART pip.select = ? 0 = Off 1 = HDMI 1 2 = HDMI 2 3 = RGB 4 = YPrPb 1 5 = YPrPb 2 6 = S-Video 7 = Video 8 = SCART resync (execute) color.space = ? video.stand = ? PR gamma EL IM IN A R source.
Serial Communications Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued) Commands ccont = ? focus + - zoom + - vert.offset + - horiz.offset + - red.off = ? + - Values Notes 0 = Off 1 = On Y Operation PR EL IM IN A R 0-200 green.off = ? + - 0-200 blue.off = ? + - 0-200 red.gain = ? + - 0-200 green.gain = ? + - 0-200 blue.gain = ? + - 0-200 vert.pos = ? + - 0-200 horiz.pos = ? + - 0-200 phase = ? + - 0-200 tracking = ? + - 0-200 sync.level = ? + - 0-200 pip.
Serial Communications Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued) Commands Values = ? 0 = Black 1 = Blue 2 = White 3 = Logo auto.pow.off = ? 0 = Off 1 = On auto.pow.on = ? 0 = Off 1 = On rear.proj = ? 0 = Off 1 = On ceil.mode = ? power.chime = ? 1.key 2.key 3.key 4.key 5.key = ? m1.key m2.key m3.key = ? PR trig.1 trig.2 EL IM IN A R blank.
Serial Communications Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued) Operation Commands Values ? 0 = HDMI 1 1 = HDMI 2 2 = RGB 3 = YPrPb 1 4 = YPrPb 2 5 = S-video 6 = Video 7 = SCART h.refresh ? kHz v.refresh ? Hz Y act.source pip.source EL IM IN A R PR Notes pixel.clock ? signal ? lamp.hours ? total.hours ? environment ? MHz temperatures lamp.reset (execute) fact.reset (execute) blue.
Serial Communications Table 6-2. Serial Commands (continued) Commands Values ? 0 = Standby 1 = Powering Up 2 = Displaying 3 = Cooling Down 4 = Error errcode ? Refer to RS-232 Error Codes, below. msgbox = ? 0 = On 1 = Off cal.text1 cal.text2 cal.text3 = This control enables or disables the display of power off, source and adjustment message boxes (brightness, contrast etc.). Default value is ON.
Serial Communications RS-232 Error Codes ➤ If an errcode ? command returns one of the following values, you have encountered a likely system error requiring the attention of a qualified service technician. Try resetting the projector by powering it off, allowing it to cool and powering it on again. Refer to Table 6-3 and contact your dealer if the problem persists. The specific code number identifies the source of the error detected, and is particularly useful in cases where the projector is far away.
Specifications 7. Specifications 7.1 LS-7 Specifications Table 7-1 lists the LS-7 specifications. Table 7-1. LS-7 Specifications Signal Compatibility HDMI and DVI with HDCP for digital video, Component and RGB HDTV (1080p, 1080i, 720p), Component and RGB EDTV (576p, 480p), Component, Composite and S-Video SDTV (576i, 480i), RGB SCART with adapter, NTSC/NTSC 4.
Specifications Table 7-1. LS-7 Specifications (continued) Performance Texas Instruments DLP® 1280x720 DMD (x 3) Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (921,600 pixels) Aspect Ratios: Native (Pixel-to-Pixel), 16:9, Letterbox, 4:3, 4:3 Narrow, Letterbox (Anamorphic lens compatible) Projection Lens: F/3.5, 25.5~32.0mm focal length Throw Ratios: 1.85 – 2.40 (distance/width) – Standard lens 1.56 – 1.
Specifications Table 7-1. LS-7 Specifications (continued) General 25.3" (643mm) L x 20.4" (519mm) W x 8.9" (225mm) H (see Figure 7-1) Weight (without lens): 40.8 lbs. (18.50 kg) Operating Temperature: 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) Operating Altitude: Sea Level - 10,000 feet (3,048m) Operating Humidity: 0% to 85% non-condensing Universal Power Supply: 100V - 240V at 50-60Hz (auto-ranging), true soft power Power Consumption: 400 Watts (1365.
Specifications 7.2 LS-7 Dimensions Figure 7-1 shows the LS-7 dimensions, in millimeters. IM IN A R Y 225 12.80 519 100 PR EL 643 145 M4x10mm MAX. (4x) 80 LENS 150 160 125 193 Figure 7-1.
Specifications 7.3 Supported Timings Table 7-2 lists the signal types supported by each input on the LS-7. Table 7-2. Supported Signal Timings by Input 800x600 640x480 800x600 Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No) Refresh Rate (Hz) Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Pixel Frequency (MHz) RGB Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Composite S-Video 60.00 31.469 25.175 √ – √ – 66.59 35.892 29.862 √ – √ – 75.00 37.500 31.500 √ – √ – 85.00 43.269 36.000 √ – √ – 60.00 37.879 40.
Specifications Table 7-2. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued) Format Resolution Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No) Refresh Rate (Hz) Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Pixel Frequency (MHz) RGB Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Composite S-Video 50.00 56.250 148.500 √ √ √ – 148.350/148.500 √ √ √ – 1080/50p 1920x1080 1080/60p 1920x1080 59.94/60.00 67.433/67.500 – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 3.580 – – – √ NTSC 4.43 – 59.94/60.00 15.734/15.750 4.
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