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NOTE: Due to continuing research, all information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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1.1
Projector Overview ......................................................................................... 1-1
1.2
Components..................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3
Purchase Record and Servicing....................................................................... 1-3
2.1
Quick Setup..................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2
Installation Considerations.............................................................................. 2-3
2.3
Connecting Sources....................................................................................... 2-12
2.4
Connecting Communications ........................................................................ 2-15
2.5
System Integration - GPIO Connector.......................................................... 2-19
2.6
Power Connection ......................................................................................... 2-20
3.1
About the Projector ....................................................................................... 3-1
3.2
Using the Remote or Built-in Keypad............................................................. 3-3
3.3
Navigating the Menus ................................................................................... 3-10
3.4
Using Inputs and Channels............................................................................ 3-14
3.5
Adjusting the Image ...................................................................................... 3-19
3.6
Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls................................. 3-36
3.7
Working with PIP and Seamless Switching .................................................. 3-50
3.8
Working with the Lamp ............................................................................... 3-53
3.9
Status Menu ................................................................................................. 3-57
3.10
Using Multiple Projectors ............................................................................. 3-57
3.11
Remote Control of the Projector .................................................................. 3-68
3.12
Error Conditions............................................................................................ 3-69
4.1
Warnings and Safety Guidelines ..................................................................... 4-1
4.2
Cleaning and Maintenance Guide ................................................................... 4-4
4.3
Replacing Remote Batteries ............................................................................ 4-5
4.4
Lamp and Filter Replacement ......................................................................... 4-5
4.5
Replacing the Projection Lens....................................................................... 4-10
5.1
Displays........................................................................................................... 5-1
5.2
Lamp .............................................................................................................. 5-3
5.3
Ethernet ........................................................................................................... 5-3
6.1
Specifications .................................................................................................. 6-1
Appendix A: Glossary ............................................................................................... A-1
Appendix B: Keypad Reference .................................................................................B-1
Appendix C: Serial Communications .........................................................................C-1
Appendix D: Throw Distance.................................................................................... D-1
Appendix E: System Integration ................................................................................E-1
Appendix F: Optional Input Modules......................................................................... F-1
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Appendix D: Throw Distance..................D-1 Appendix E: System Integration ................E-1 Appendix F: Optional Input Modules................. F-1 NOTE: Due to continuing research, all information in this manual is subject to change without notice. 013-100199-02 (06/06) Software v1.2d User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
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  • Page 3: Introduction

    Section 1 Introduction Christie DS+5K/5Kc/8K, Mirage S+2K/4K/8K, DW3K/3Kc/6K/6Kc, Matrix 4000 and Projector DLV1400-DX are all professional 3-chip projectors based on next-generation Digital Overview Light Processing (DLP) technology by Texas Instruments to deliver high quality, crisp, clean images. Mirage S+2K/4K/8K projectors provide a...

  • Page 4: Components

    SXGA+ Optional Matrix 4000 SXGA+ 1200W Models DW6K, DW6Kc Optional Christie DS+8K SXGA+ Optional Mirage S+8K SXGA+ Optional NOTE: Kc models include the same features, but are color corrected to film color standards. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 5: Purchase Record And Servicing

    Servicing If you encounter any problems with the projector and require assistance, contact your dealer or Christie Digital Systems. Fill out the information in the table below and keep with your records for future reference. Purchase Record...
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  • Page 7: Installation & Setup

    If required, you can level the projector by adjusting its three feet. With the projector positioned perpendicular to the screen the image will appear rectangular instead of keystoned. For more detailed instructions on positioning the projector refer to Projector Position and Mounting later in this section. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 8 Adjust the more common image settings, such as Brightness, Contrast, Gamma, Focus, Zoom etc. using the direct keys on the IR remote. You can also access the menu system and adjust these and other image settings by pressing Menu on the remote. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 9: Installation Considerations

    Flat screens are most recommended with this projector. They offer a gain of about 1 with a viewing angle just less than 180°. This type of screen reflects incident light equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 10 150 times the height of the letter. Small text located too far from the eye will likely be illegible at a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it is displayed. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 11 Appendix D. Due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length, actual ± throw distance can vary 5% between lenses described as having the same throw ratio. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 12: Vertical And Horizontal Position

    +/-1050 4.5-7.3:1 zoom 100% +/-525 100% +/-1050 +/-350 +/-1050 ± NOTES: 1) Offsets are subject to 7% centering tolerance 2) % Offset = # pixels of offset / half panel resolution x 100. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 13 Section 2: Installation and Setup Figure 2.1. Vertical Offset Examples User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 14 Section 2: Installation and Setup Figure 2.2. Lens Vertical Offsets User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 15 Figure 2.3. Horizontal Offset Examples User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 16 Section 2: Installation and Setup Figure 2.4. Lens Horizontal Offsets 2-10 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 17: Adjusting Projector Height

    For more information, contact your dealer. Use only the CHRISTIE approved ceiling mount kit designed for your projector. Refer to the installation instructions and safety guidelines provided in the kit.

  • Page 18: Connecting Sources

    SYNC HOR/COMP the source provides separate horizontal and vertical sync outputs, connect horizontal sync to the input labeled and connect vertical sync to input SYNC HOR/COMP SYNC labeled See Figure 2.7. VERT. 2-12 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 19 Image. 2) Do not connect digital component signals (known as YCbCr) to INPUT . Install an appropriate optional module in for this. INPUT 5 INPUT 6 Figure 2.8. Connecting YPbPr sources User’s Manual 2-13 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 20 PC250 Analog Input Module • Serial Digital Input Module • DVI Input Module • Dual SD/HD-SDI Module NOTE: See Appendix F – Optional Input Modules for a brief description of each interface. 2-14 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 21: Connecting Communications

    Use the RS-422 port only if your device had RS-422 capability – always consult the literature provided with your equipment before connecting. Connecting to the RS- 422 port with incompatible equipment could damage your projector. User’s Manual 2-15 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 22 Continue this pattern of connection with all projectors in the network. The last projector in the network will only have a connection to the RS232 IN connector. See Figure 2.12. 2-16 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 23 NOTES: 1) To avoid damage, connect only properly wired serial communication cables. See Appendix C for details. 2) It is recommended that each RS232 communication cable be no more than 25 feet in length. Use high quality cables. User’s Manual 2-17 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 24 Ethernet Settings menu or include the new port# in an XIP serial command sent to the projector. It is highly recommended not to use a port# below 1000, as these ports are typically reserved for and used by common IP applications. 2-18 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 25: System Integration - Gpio Connector

    I/O devices to the projector. Integration - Refer to Appendix E: System Integration for complete details on pin configuration GPIO and how to program the various pins on the connector. Connector User’s Manual 2-19 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 26: Power Connection

    WARNINGS Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified voltage and power range. Wait for the cooling fans to turn off before unplugging the projector. 2-20 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 27: Operation

    NOTE: The third foot, located at the rear of the projector (underside) is not adjustable. Refer to Section 2 - Projector Position and Mounting for instructions on how to adjust the projector’s feet. User’s Manual 3-1 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 28 LED display. Lamp Door The lamp door is located at the back of the projector, which provides easy access to the lamp module for replacement. See Section 4 for lamp replacement procedures. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 29: Using The Remote Or Built-In Keypad

    One of the two IR sensors on the projector will detect the signals and relay the commands for internal processing. User’s Manual 3-3 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 30 *These are toggle keys, which require you to press and hold or press twice or press and use the up/down arrow keys. NOTE: To turn the OSD off you must press Figure 3.2. Remote Keypad User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 31 These parameters are listed in Table 3.1. An Auto Setup can save time in perfecting a display and you can modify the adjustments as desired. User’s Manual 3-5 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 32 , depending on which of INPUT 5 INPUT 7 Input 5 the Dual SD/HD-SDI Module inputs (A or B) was last used. Press again to Input 5 display from the other Dual SD/HD-SDI Module input. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 33 This will improve contrast ratio while maintaining good details for blacks and whites Menu Menu Press to enter or exit the projector’s menu system. Menu User’s Manual 3-7 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 34 Menu Preferences menu. The “Projector” checkbox (read-only) shows whether or not the projector physically connected to a keypad is listening to commands from that keypad. A checkmark User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 35 • Use the “Lens V” keys to position the image vertically while still keeping it rectangular. Press to return to presentation level. Exit User’s Manual 3-9 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 36: Navigating The Menus

    When finished with a function menu, do one of the following: • Press to return to the previous screen Exit • Press to leave the menu system and return to the presentation Menu 3-10 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 37 “Vertical Stretch” in the Size & Menu Position menu). • Or move the highlight to the option desired and press (Enter). • Or move the highlight to the option desired and press to adjust immediately. User’s Manual 3-11 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 38 Use the keys to navigate up and down within the list (the current choice is noted with a small ). Press to choose an option from the list, if desired (see Figure 3.3). 3-12 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 39 Func Func To accept edits and leave the edit window, PRESS (ENTER) WHEN FINISHED: press (Enter). NOTE: Press at any time to cancel changes and return to the previously defined text. Exit User’s Manual 3-13 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 40: Using Inputs And Channels

    For example, the display settings you choose for a VCR source may be very different from those you choose for a high- 3-14 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 41 (see right). If you want to prevent a channel from appearing in this list, you must edit the channel as described in Channel Edit later in this section. Such a channel can still be selected by entering its number as shown at right. User’s Manual 3-15 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 42 These descriptors indicate what signal information the projector uses to identify a match for a given channel, and are preceded by either an “i” (interlaced signals) or “p” (progressive signal“). See Table 3.2. 3-16 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 43 Channel Copy/Delete submenu. Select “Delete” and Func press —a confirmation window will appear to make sure that you really want to delete this channel. See Figure 3.5. User’s Manual 3-17 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 44 An alphanumeric label can be defined and/or changed here. CHANNEL NAME: Channel names can be up to 12 characters in length. • A 2-digit channel number can be changed here. CHANNEL NUMBER: 3-18 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Image

    (available for certain display parameters only). For example, press to access the Contrast “contrast” slide bar immediately. Press to return to your presentation. Exit User’s Manual 3-19 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 46 See Select “Default” below. 3-20 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 47 Depending on the source, data at the top and bottom may be discarded (cropped), or the display may have black borders at the top and bottom (called “letterboxed”). User’s Manual 3-21 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 48 Adjust pixel phase when the image (usually from an RGB source) still shows shimmer or “noise” after pixel tracking is optimized. Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel- sampling clock relative to the incoming signal. 3-22 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 49 1200 x 1050. When using SD or HD or a decoded video source at , the default blanking of “0” defines an active input INPUT 3 INPUT 4 window of 720 x 483. User’s Manual 3-23 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 50 Plug & Play (EDID) resolution from the list. Any daisy-chained projectors will also display according to the chosen Plug & Play (EDID) format. EDID = Extended Display Identification Data standard. 3-24 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 51 “Contrast” controls, the overall tone of your images can be lightened or darkened without changing the extremes, and all images will be more vibrant while still showing good detail in dark areas. User’s Manual 3-25 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 52 INPUT 1, 2, 5 • Select with a standard definition televised signal (SDTV). YPbPr (Video) • Select with a high definition televised signal (HDTV). YPbPr (HDTV) 3-26 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 53 A tape-only standard for partially-translated hybrid signals Most of Europe, China, Australia, some of S. America, some of Africa PAL-M Brazil PAL-NC Argentina, Chile, other Latin American countries PAL 60 SECAM France, Eastern Europe, most of Africa User’s Manual 3-27 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 54 50 and that color temperature is properly set up on an internal grayscale test pattern. 3) There must be at least 2 consecutive white pixels present in the image for proper “Auto Input Level” function. Leave this control off after use. 3-28 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 55 = 50 (approx.) Contrast • Bright = 50 (approx.) 2. Check the color temperature setup using an internal grayscale test pattern, making sure to obtain a neutral grayscale. NOTE: Not required for “Auto” adjustment. User’s Manual 3-29 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 56 Images from this source will then display correct blacks and whites without crushing. See Figure 3.7. Adjusting Input Levels Using the Peak Detector: 3-30 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 57 Upon exiting the Input Levels menu, the Peak Detector checkbox will clear. Figure 3.7. Adjusting Input Levels Using the Peak Detector (RED EXAMPLE SHOWN) User’s Manual 3-31 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 58 Color Adjustment by X/Y or Color Saturation submenus. It is most often needed with multiple-projector applications. Select the 3-32 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 59 “dropped”, the bar will move suddenly and the values will change, indicating that the frame input is no longer equal to the output. NOTE: See separate Using 3D in Mirage manual provided for more information. User’s Manual 3-33 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 60 NOTE: See separate Using 3D in Mirage manual provided for more information. 3D STEREO SYNC SELECT Define which of the — Mirage 3D Stereo Sync Cable’s input connecters is routed from your server. Use only if the cable is present. 3-34 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 61 An ideal detail threshold is one in which high frequencies that are causing objectionable noise are not magnified when using “Detail”, but frequencies which can help sharpen an overly-soft image are magnified. User’s Manual 3-35 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 62: Advanced Controls

    Note that unsaved display adjustments may be lost. Set Date & Time Enter/read the current year-month-day and hour-minute-second. Changes here reset the projector’s real-time clock. 3-36 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 63 Always Off = A splash screen never appears • Always On = A splash screen is always on behind the current display image, similar to wallpaper. • Start-up Only – The splash screen logo appears at projector start-up only. User’s Manual 3-37 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 64 Start-up And No Signal – A splash screen appears at start-up only if there is no source signal. To replace the default “Christie logo” splash screen (or other) with one of your own, use KoRE Librarian to download the desired .bmp to the projector. This will overwrite the current splash screen content in projector memory.
  • Page 65 DHCP server function, delete the checkmark and enter the new “IP Address” settings desired. Remember that only a 0.0.0.0 address will trigger the DHCP addressing service, and only when the DHCP checkbox is enabled. User’s Manual 3-39 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 66 64 consecutive channels, or 10 consecutive channels when advanced mode is not enabled. The projector processes requests that come on either 10 or 64 consecutive channels beginning with the ‘base channel’ defined here. The requests implement the following functions: 3-40 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 67: Broadcast Key

    Front IR / Back IR As needed for your application, set to “any” so that the front and/or rear IR sensor locations on the projector respond to the IR keypad. Set to “off” to disable. User’s Manual 3-41 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 68 NOTE: If the optional ChristieTWIST module is installed, this option is Keystone and Warping, and activates a submenu for defining custom image shapes. Please refer to documentation included with your Christie TWIST module. Use to correct a keystoned image shape in which both sides of your image are inclined toward the top or bottom edge.
  • Page 69 Uniformity function, delete the “Uniformity Enable” checkmark. NOTES: 1) See also 3.10, Using Multiple Projectors for the complete step-by-step procedure for achieving uniform brightness in adjacent displays. 2) If Christie TWIST module is installed, the enable checkbox changes to a list giving the option to choose from several different uniformity maps.
  • Page 70 “User” color gamuts needed for your environment and applications. Apply at any time in the Advanced Image Settings menu. 3-44 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 71 Color Saturation menu, however, will likely fluctuate as you use the projector, and will be different when you return to this menu at some point in the future. These floating changes do not affect the x/y coordinates or gamut. User’s Manual 3-45 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 72 ILS NOTES: 1) See System Configuration – Diagnostics/Calibration, ILS Calibration  for further details about calibration. 2) ILS control is a preference setting and will be retained between power cycles. 3-46 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 73 6. Set “Level Value” to ~800. The image should now be black-and-white. 7. Repeat Steps 4 and 5, but adjusting gain. 8. Repeat Steps 3-7 for all remaining colors. Your RGB source should now be User’s Manual 3-47 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 74 5. Adjust Gains to minimize area of white stripe. Level Value Level Value defines the value to be used by the Level Detector in recognizing blacks and whites. See Level Detector, above. 3-48 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 75 As desired for your application, you can define 1) which physical input loops through to which output, and 2) which functional input (main or PIP signal) loops through to which output. User’s Manual 3-49 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 76: Working With Pip And Seamless Switching

    To control the secondary (PIP) image, access picture controls through the Picture-in-Picture and Switching menu. Use the first of six options in the PIP and Switching menu to enable and define how you want to use PIP. 3-50 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 77 Adjust the PIP (secondary image) without affecting the size or position. The primary image remains unchanged. See 3.6, Adjusting the Image for details PIP Border Width Set the desired line thickness for your PIP window border. User’s Manual 3-51 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 78 Set how long (in seconds) it takes to gradually dissolve one image into another for a source switch when Image Optimization is set to Smooth Switching. NOTE: PIP must be disabled for Fade Time to take effect. Also, the PIP window must be closed to activate it. 3-52 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 79: Working With The Lamp

    The message will continue to appear upon power-up until you install a new lamp. to the number of hours you expect to log on the current lamp before LAMP LIMIT replacing it. This will trigger a lamp message on-screen (if enabled). User’s Manual 3-53 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 80 Intensity Intensity setting chosen and cannot be adjusted. NOTE: The number shown for “intensity” is not the actual lumen output, but rather a correlated value only—1246 may represent 3500 lumens, for example. 3-54 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 81 This read-only option lists the lamps most recently LAMP HISTORY - installed and recorded in the projector. Lamp History automatically updates whenever you record a new lamp serial number—the new lamp is added to the bottom of the list. User’s Manual 3-55 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 82 “LP” when lamp time has expired. The lamp should be replaced. The “Lamp Limit” setting should not exceed the expected lamp life, as an old lamp becomes increasingly fragile and more prone to sudden failure. See also 4.4, Lamp and Filter Replacement. 3-56 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 83: Status Menu

    It ensures a good starting point for further customizing and matching; however, is not critical for all installations. User’s Manual 3-57 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 84 Figure 3.13. Jot Down a Set of ”Max Drives” X/Y Values 5. In each projector, select a “User” color adjustment (1-4) to enable Color Adjustments by X,Y changes. Then enter your recorded x/y values into each menu (Figure 3.14). 3-58 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 85 7. All screens should now be color-matched. Apply this new “User” gamut to a source at any time by selecting it in the “Select Color Adjustment” list accessed in the Advanced Image Settings menu. User’s Manual 3-59 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 86 100 hours of lamp use. For best results with new lamps, either set up Brightness Uniformity after this period, or do an initial setup and re-check at 100 hours. 3-60 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 87 CENTER of each zone when assessing Brightness Uniformity adjustments focus on extreme EDGES as indicated in the illustration at right. In either Color Adjustments menu, select a “User” color. Then: User’s Manual 3-61 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 88 (i.e., change their light output) until all portions of the left side closely match the center color temperature. Adjust an edge first (focusing on its center), and then adjust its corners. See Figure 3.16. 3-62 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 89 Figure 3.17. Match Zones to Center Light Output Step 4: Readjust Color Temperature (level of red/green/blue) in 8 Zones Return to Steps & and, if necessary, fine-tune the zones so that they all still exhibit a single color temperature. User’s Manual 3-63 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 90 “Uniformity Enable” checkbox at the top of the Brightness Uniformity menu. Edge Blending Christie Edge Blending is an innovative set of software functions that can quickly and easily blend white levels along the edges of multiple adjacent projected images to create a single seamless larger image.
  • Page 91 For convenience, the Edge Blending submenu also includes related options for enabling a specific color and/or test pattern, or for working with colors or the lamp. Such functions duplicate those provided elsewhere in the menu system. User’s Manual 3-65 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 92 (as opposed to black/white) in the blend. 7. Repeat with remaining projectors / overlaps. 8. Check completed display wall with the desired external signal. 9. Adjust mechanical alignment if necessary to maintain perfect pixel-on-pixel alignment over time. 3-66 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 93 The blend width can be adjusted to line up properly but by default it corresponds to the edge blending setting determined for that edge. User’s Manual 3-67 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 94: Remote Control Of The Projector

    RS422 port (recommended), or open an Ethernet socket (i.e., Telnet) between your controller and the valid projector address. Valid ASCII codes and messages are documented in the Christie Serial Communications document available at the Christie website. Connect your PC to the projector’s Ethernet port. In your web VIA WEB INTERFACE —...

  • Page 95: Error Conditions

    Such a condition occurs when only one of the two sync signals is present or when either sync signal is unstable or of the wrong frequency. Correct the signal or select another input. User’s Manual 3-69 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 96 For example, the code “27” means the lamp could not be turned on. Error codes for this projector are listed in Table 3.5 below. 3-70 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 97 GENERAL Software bug. Contact dealer/factory. CRC error in flash ROM. Download new software. Engineering-only programming is complete. Call Christie, replace TIPM. Attempting to download code without being in boot mode Invalid interrupt. Power off/on. If it persists, contact dealer/factory. User forced system to stay in boot mode...
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  • Page 99: Maintenance

    Operate the projector in an environment, which meets the operating range specified in Section 6 – Specifications. ◊ Do not operate the projector close to water, such as near a swimming pool. Do not operate in extremely humid environments. User’s Manual 4-1 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 100 Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the projector and cart combination to overturn. ◊ Only use Christie-approved ceiling mount fixture, if the projector is to be ceiling mounted. Lamp Lamp: The projector uses a Cermax Xenon lamp to deliver its high brightness. A lamp should be replaced when it has reached its end of life (1000 hrs, typical) or if a noticeable change in brightness occurs.
  • Page 101 The projector has been dropped or the shipping case (if applicable) has been badly damaged. WARNING Do not attempt to service the projector yourself. All servicing must be performed by CHRISTIE accredited service technicians. Use replacement parts that are manufacturer-approved only. Use of any other part other than the ones specified...

  • Page 102: Cleaning And Maintenance Guide

    Replacement procedure later in this section. REPLACE: Do not reuse old filters. Use Filters Whenever a lamp is replaced or sooner the filter provided in the Christie Lamp and if required Filter Kit. CLEAN: Clean dust from external covers Covers (External)

  • Page 103: Replacing Remote Batteries

    (below the input panel) and can be accessed by removing the Replacement lamp access panel. Use only the Christie approved Lamp and Filter Kit for your specific projector model. See Table 4.2 below. Table 4.2. Lamp/Filter Replacement Kits...
  • Page 104 Lamp replacement must be performed by a qualified service technician. Cool the lamp completely and handle by the housing only. Install the correct wattage lamp supplied by Christie (see above) and read the Lamp Replacement procedure in its entirety before proceeding.
  • Page 105 Figure 4.5. Insert New Lamp Module NOTE: The lamp module must make full contact with the terminal block. The projector will not power up again if the lamp is not fully connected to the terminal block. User’s Manual 4-7 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 106 IMPORTANT If you neglect to enter a serial number, the lamp timer will not reset to “0” and will therefore be inaccurate. The lamp life limit may then expire prematurely. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 107 If you are working in an extremely dusty environment you may want to replace the filters sooner. Use the filters provided in the Christie approved Lamp and Filter Kit for your specific projector model. 1. TURN OFF THE PROJECTOR,...

  • Page 108: Replacing The Projection Lens

    Ensure that the lens cap is on. WARNING Unplug the projector. Figure 4.8. Lens Assembly STEP 2 Install the lens cap and press the lens release button See Figure 4.9. Figure 4.9. Depressing Lens Release 4-10 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 109 – refer to lens Installed descriptions in Section 2, Section 6 and Appendix D, Throw Distance. In a permanent installation, always use the appropriate throw distance formula to calculate the best position for the projector. User’s Manual 4-11 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
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  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    1. Brightness and/or contrast and/or gamma may be set incorrectly. CAUSE / REMEDY: 2. The source may be double terminated. Ensure the source is terminated only once. 3. The source (if non-video) may need a different sync tip clamp location. User’s Manual 5-1 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 112 1. Check leveling of the projector. Make sure that the lens surface and screen are as CAUSE / REMEDY: parallel to each other as possible. 2. Is the vertical offset correct? Adjust as necessary using the vertical offset knob. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 113: Lamp

    If you still have trouble establishing communications with a projector added to an existing Ethernet network, the projector’s IP address is likely in conflict with another address already in use. Contact your network administrator. User’s Manual 5-3 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
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  • Page 115: 6.1 Specifications

    NOTES: 1) Due to continuing research, specifications are subject to change without notice. 2) 6.1 Specifications Specifications apply to all models unless otherwise noted. Display Resolution SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) for DS+5K-5Kc-8K/MirageS+2K-4K-8K/Matrix HD2 (1280 x 720, widescreen) for DW3K-3Kc/DW6K-6Kc Achievable Brightness (* all values +/-10%) 500W Mirage S+2K...
  • Page 116 Video Standards NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL M, PAL N, PAL60, SECAM 1.0 Vp-p ±3 db (including sync tip) Input Levels Composite-video: 1.0 Vp-p ±3 dB (including sync tip) S-video luma (Y): 6-2 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 117 Laser Diode (laser pointer) Wavelength 670nm Max. Output Wired Control Connector type 3.5mm RCA jack Input levels High: 2.2 V – 5.6 V (or open) Low: -0.6 V – 0.9 V @ 1 mA User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 118 1000 hrs at Max Brightness, 2000 hrs DLV1400-DX when continuous running (24 hours/day, 7 days a week) Lamp at 350W continuous power mode Mirage S+4K, Christie DS+5K/5Kc, Matrix 4000 1000 hrs Mirage S+8K, Christie DS+8K 1000 hrs 6-4 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 119: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Wired remote keypad Ethernet, RS-232 and RS-422 communication cables Two-way remote controller KoRE Librarian for downloading new software Remote IR sensor Ceiling Mount Ceiling Mount Extension Stacking Frame for HD8K Service Manual User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 120 4.5-7.3:1 zoom (38-809092-01) Optional Input Modules RGB500 Input Module RGB400 Active Loop-Through Input Module RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Input Module PC250 Analog Input Module Serial Digital Input Module DVI Input Module Dual SD/HD-SDI Module 6-6 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 121: Appendix A: Glossary

    Unit of measure for measuring intensity of light. Channel A collection of measurements stored by the projector for a given input source, including frequencies, pulse width, polarity, syncs, channel number and location, user- User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 122 Decoder Located at , this device converts NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.4, PAL, INPUT 3 INPUT 4 PAL-N, PAL-M, or SECAM to RGB video. Detail The sharpness of a display from a video source. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 123 A hot spot appears along the line of sight and “moves” with the line of sight. High gain screens and rear screens designed for slide or movie projection usually have a hot spot. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 124 The Line of Best Viewing is along the line of reflection. LiteLOC A Christie software feature where samples of output light from a projector trigger  automatic adjustments in the lamp ballast power in order to maintain a constant light output over time.
  • Page 125 Resolution (projector) The maximum number of pixels that the projector can display horizontally and vertically across an image, such as 1024 x 768 (called XGA). User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 126 “Separate sync” or “H.SYNC and V.SYNC”: the horizontal and vertical components of the sync are on two separate cables. Sync Width The duration of each sync pulse generated by a computer. The sync width is part of the blanking time. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 127 (usually 75Σ for video). Throw Distance The distance between the front feet of the projector and the screen. Also called “Projector-to-Screen Distance”. Always use the correct Christie throw distance formula to calculate the proper throw distance (±5%) required for your lens. Throw Ratio Throw ratio = throw distance / screen width.
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  • Page 129: Appendix B: Keypad Reference

    Refer to Section 3 for a specific description of each key and how to use them correctly. * Toggle keys, which require you to either, press and hold, or press twice or press and use the up/down arrow key. User’s Manual B-1 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
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  • Page 131: Serial Communication

    PC or other controller. From a PC, connect a standard 9-wire RS232 serial cable to the port. Or, for long-distance (>100 RS232 IN ft.) links with an RS422-compatible PC or controller, connect RS422 cable to the port. RS422 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 132 Appendix C: Serial Communication Cables User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 133: Throw Distance

    NOTES: 1.2:1 (short throw) lens information not available at time of printing. Calculations are not shown for 1.2:1 (long throw) lenses. Where: TD = projector distance from the screen to the center of the projector’s front feet. W = screen (image) width (cm) User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 134: Appendix D: Throw Distance

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  • Page 142 Appendix D: Throw Distance D-10 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 143: System Integration

    2 of it’s input goes high.) (GIO C2 O) Set pin #2 configuration to output (GIO 2 H) Set pin #2 to high (state) User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 144: Appendix E: System Integration

    Set pin #2 configuration as input (RTE G 2 H “(PWR 1)”) Power on when pin #2 set to high (RTE G 2 L “(PWR 0)”) Power off when pin #2 set to low User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

  • Page 145: Appendix F: Optional Input Modules

    ◊ Accepts YPbPr, composite (on green) and Y/C (on red/blue) ◊ BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs ◊ Buffered signals to a remote destination NOTE: The audio connectors are not functional. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 146 ◊ Active loop-through video outputs NOTES: 1) This interface does not accept VGA and MAC signals simultaneously. 2) The audio connectors are not functional. 3) Trademarks are the rights of their respective owners. User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 147 Outputs up to two 10-bit YCbCr 4:2:2 video signals ◊ Provides input(s) to output(s) loop-through capability ◊ Supplies interchangeable inputs as part of the Picture-in Picture display ◊ SMPTE 259M and 372 compatible User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
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  • Page 149 Remote Control of Projector, 3-68 Submenu, 3-38 Component Video, 2-13 Cables Composite Video Serial Communication, C-1 Connection, 2-14 Ceiling Mount, 2-11 Configuration Menu, 3-36 Channel Contrast Key, 3-7, 3-25 Locked, 3-19 Custom Sizing, 3-21 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 150 Enabling Wire Remote, 3-42 Function Key, 3-8 Guidelines, 3-5 IR Remote, 3-3 Replacing Batteries, 4-5 Wired, 3-5 Gamma, 3-25 Keystone Gamma Key, 3-7 Correcting, 3-42 Geometry and Color, Submenu, 3-42 Glossary of Terms, A-1 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 151 Error Conditions, 3-69 Test Pattern, 3-42 Features, 1-1 Menu Font Size, 3-37 How it works, 1-2 Menu Key, 3-7 Mounting, 2-11 Menu Location on Screen, 3-37 Number, 3-14 Menu Navigation, 3-10, 3-19 Quick Setup, 2-1 User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...
  • Page 152 Vertical Position, 3-23 Slidebar Adjustment, 3-11 Vertical Stretch, 3-22 Slidebars Video Standards, 3-27 "Direct", 3-12, 3-19 Using, 3-12 Source Setup. See Channel YPbPr, 3-26 Splash Screen Setup, 3-37 Connection, 2-13 Split Network, 3-39 Split Networks User’s Manual Downloaded From projector-manual.com Christie Manuals...

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