Initial Power-Up - Christie roadie 25k User Manual

INSTALLATION AND SETUP
2.9

Initial Power-up

Set Lamp Type
Power-up
Set Cable Length
2-40
Roadie 25K User's Manual
When the ballast has been properly configured (see 2.8, Connecting the Ballast) and
connected to the projection head, connect its integral line cord to AC. Then:
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Before powering
up, set which size
lamp is installed.
This ensures that
proper power is
provided to the
lamp upon
ignition,
preventing the
risk of seriously
overdriving a
lamp.
Explosion hazard. Keep the projector OFF until you
Menu
1. Press . The Status Display at the rear of the projector will show a "Lamp
Size" of 2000, 3000, 4500 or 6000 watts, depending on its last setting (factory
default=6000). See Figure 2.41.
2. Enter either the Lamp Password (see Figure 2.41), or the Christie service
password. NOTE: A password is required unless the "Enable Password"
service option has been turned off.
3. Use
4. When the Status Display shows the correct lamp type, the projector and lamp
can be turned on. Make sure the lamp type is also indicated on the lamp door
label—use a small sticker from the front cover of this manual, or mark with a
pen.
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Power-up the Roadie 25K system as described in 3.3, Power-up Procedure/
Checklist, Steps 1 and 2.
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In the Lamp menu, set the "Cable Length (m)" slidebar to match the length of the
high-voltage DC cables connected between your lamp ballast and projection head.
This regulates the voltage drop that occurs over distance, and ensures that adequate
voltage reaches the lamp. Particularly in projectors rented for temporary installations,
this setting may have to be changed from its last use. Adjustment range is 2-30m
(6½-100 ft.).
Figure 2.41. Checking or Setting Lamp Size
WARNING
have defined which lamp type is installed.
to select which lamp is currently installed.