Runco Video Xtreme (VX) Series Projectors

Runco International is upgrading selected projection packages with the addition of the new, all-digital DHD Video Controller. The Video Xtreme Series VX-1000D, VX-4000D, and VX-5000D Projection Packages join the VX-2c in combining Runcos image processor and controller with Runcos projection technology.

The VX-1000D, VX-4000D, and VX-5000D follow the VX-2c, which was the first Runco projector to be packaged with the DHD Digital Video Controller, as well as feature Runcos exclusive LiveLink digital signal preservation technology. LiveLink allows pure digital signals to be transmitted via DVI cable over long runs even over 100 feet without degradation in picture quality or bandwidth. The DHD Digital Video Controller provides a pure digital signal path from input to output, so the VX-1000D, VX-4000D, and VX-5000D Projection Systems are ready to take advantage of LiveLinks benefits.

Runco has incorporated into the DHD Digital Video Controllers design the latest ViVix digital video processing technology: ViVix II . This technology enhances digital and analog signals while outputting a pure digital signal (in addition to analog.) It optimizes signal reproduction for Anamorphic, Letterbox, and 4:3 aspect ratios, and its VirtualWide feature converts 4:3 images for best possible performance on 16:9 screens. The DHD Digital Controller also features Orthogonal Line Correction to adjust for unwanted time-elapsed field artifacts as well as 3:2 and 2:2 pull-down for maximum quality playback from film-originated programming.

The DHD Digital Video Controller also offers broad connectivity with eight discretely switching inputs to accept both digital and analog sources, and an RS-232 interface for control via home automation systems. Its software is field-upgradeable, so installers can download updates from Runco on job sites. It also outputs three 12V DC trigger signals to activate third party components like motorized screen lifts and drapes.

The DHD Digital Video Controllers compact chassis measures just 3-3/4 inches high and weighs 13 pounds. It is easily rack-mountable using supplied mounting brackets. The unit also requires only a single cable to connect with each projector, reducing clutter and set-up time on each job.

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