Installing The Projector; Installation Sequence - Barco F50 User Manual

5. Installation
5.1

Installing the projector

General
This chapter explains how to physically install the projector, and what considerations you should take when designing and setting
up the projection installation. Each projector installation is unique, and as such the information in this chapter is only provided as a
guideline. Likewise, any images or graphical representations shown here are for illustrative purposes only.
If you require further information and assistance during the installation process, contact a qualified projection technician or your local
support office for advice.
For guidelines and information when setting up multi-channel installations, see chapter "Multichannel installations", page 95

Installation sequence

1. Confirm that the installation area meets all technical and environmental requirements. See "Installation conditions", page 31
2. Decide where the projector will be mounted, "Positioning the projector", page 34 gives some general advice and guidelines for
determining the best location.
3. Unpack the projector, and confirm that all equipment is present and in good order. See "Initial inspection", page 33 for information.
4. Install the projector to its position. The projector can be mounted on a flat surface, installed to a ceiling-mount or using a rigging
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frame .
5. Connect an Ethernet cable to the projector.
6. Connect the video and/or data signals. See "Connector Panel", page 49 for more information about available sources.
7. Install the selected projector lens. See "Installing a lens", page 25.
8. Connect the projector to the mains power net.
9. Switch the projector ON (
will glow a steady blue light when the projector is warmed up and ready for use.
10.Confirm the projector is running the correct software. Upgrade if required. See "Update the projector firmware", page 119 for the
upgrade procedure.
11. Select the video and/or data sources. See "Connect to a source", page 50
12.Adjust the projected image on the screen. See "Set up the picture", page 71 for more information.
1. A range of rigging frames are available as optional accessory
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) using the power button on the local keypad or the wireless remote control. The LED status indicator
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