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Every effort has been made to Make sure accuracy, however in some cases changes in the products or availability could occur which may not be reflected in this document. Christie reserves the right to make changes to specifications at any time without notice.
3.10 Remove the Rear Skin .......................3-7 3.11 Remove the Service Door......................3-8 3.12 Remove the Exhaust Panel Skin ....................3-9 3.13 Remove the Safety Shield......................3-9 3.14 Replace the Lamp ........................3-10 3.14.1 Remove the Existing Lamp....................3-10 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
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3.30.2 Remove the Projector Intelligence Board ................3-26 3.30.3 Remove the Projector Intelligence Faceplate Board............3-27 3.30.4 Remove the Integrated Cinema Processor .................3-27 3.30.5 Remove the Christie IMB ....................3-28 3.30.6 Remove the Backplane.......................3-28 3.31 Fans ............................3-29 3.31.1 Remove the Anode Lamp Blower (Fan 1) .................3-29 3.31.2 Remove the Cathode Lamp Blower (Fan 2) ..............3-30...
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7: Interconnections 7.1 Solaria One ..........................7-1 7.2 Solaria One ..........................7-2 8: Exploded Views 8.1 External View - Solaria One and Solaria One ................8-1 8.2 Internal View - Solaria One......................8-2 8.3 Internal View - Solaria One .......................8-3 8.4 Light Path ............................8-4...
Every effort has been made to make sure the information in this manual is accurate and complete. However, due to continuing research all information is subject to change without notice. Christie assumes no responsibil- ity for omissions or inaccuracies.
A dedicated earth wire must be installed on the projector before it can be connected to power. The dedicated earth wire can only be installed by a Christie accredited service technician or an electrician. All installations must meet the electrical codes for your area.
15 minutes before disconnecting AC and opening the lamp door. This practice provides enough time for the internal lamp cooling fans to cool the bulb. Always cool the bulb completely before handling. Always wear Christie-approved protective safety gear (598900-095) before opening the lamp door.
If you follow the proper precautions, a minimum amount of cleaning is required during and after servicing. Security Roles Only Christie authorized service technicians should perform field repair and service to the unit. Marriage must also only be performed by Christie authorized service technicians. Theater personnel may only perform...
3. Put on a pair of heat resistant gloves and UV resistant glasses. 4. Open the integrator rod access door (A). 5. Loosen the 2 integrator rod set screws (A) and (B). Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
3. Insert a hex driver in the first set screw (A) and a hex driver in the first cap screw (B). Set Screw (x2) Cap Screw (x2) 4. Equally turn the set screw (A) and cap screw (B) in opposite directions until the black corner is removed. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
When adjusting boresight, you must maintain the boresight distance from the lens to the prism plane set by Christie. For example, when you move the top screw outward, turn the bottom two boresight screws to maintain the overall distance.
When adjusting boresight, you must maintain the boresight distance from the lens to the prism plane set by Christie. For example, when you move the top screw outward, turn the bottom two boresight screws to maintain the overall distance.
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6. If the quality of the projected image has not improved, turn the right boresight cap screw 1/16 of turn counter-clockwise. Make sure the left adjuster is adjusted equally in the opposite direction. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
If the MCGD file will be associated with a 3D channel, tap Enable 3D and select a frame rate in the Frame Rate N:M list. j. Tap Save. 3. Create a channel that includes the new MCGD file: Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
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Automatically performs scan type detection. This feature is supported for Type Detection PIBS1 inputs only. Use PCT Applies Christie Pureformity Color Technology (PCT) to the channel. PCT File Identifies the Christie Pureformity Color Technology (PCT) file associ- ated with the channel.
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The degree of reference between the left and right sync output. Values between -180 and 180 are accepted. Tap Launch Dialog to enter the phase delay value. h. Tap Activate to activate the channel. 4. Display a RGB-12bit-Full Screen White test pattern: Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
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3-4. b. Remove the screw holding the yellow notch filter cover. Note: Two different yellow notch filter assemblies are used in the Solaria One and Solaria One pro- jectors; version A and version B. Version B allows greater adjustment of the yellow notch filter and a cut out holds the adjustment lever in position.
7. Allow the lamp to warm for a minimum of 10 minutes. 8. Complete a fine lamp adjustment: a. Locate the Y axis adjustment label on the operator side of the projector. 2-10 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Do not wear an ESD strap when performing convergence on a live unit. Frequently contact a bare metal surface to prevent static build-up. NOTICE! This procedure should only be performed by Christie accredited technicians. NOTICE! To prevent overheating of the Satellite Formatter Board FPGA’s and DMDs, do not run the projector with the light engine blower duct removed.
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Compare to the right, where Red is to the bottom on the left, Magenta is on the top to the right. This is evidence of counter-clockwise twist in Red and that Blue is high 2-12 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
• If both screws are turned equal amounts in the same direction, the image moves vertically. • The horizontal adjustment screw is independent of the vertical and twist adjustments. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 2-13...
1. Turn the lamp off and cool the projector for at least 15 minutes. 2. Turn the projector off and then disconnect it from AC power. 3. Remove the top lid. 4. Remove the high security lid. 2-14 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
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5. Manually open or close the shutter. 6. Replace the high security lid and the top lid. 7. Replace the lens. 8. Reconnect the projector to AC power and turn it on. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 2-15 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
• Projector Serial Number • Manufacture Date Inspect the Card Cage Filter Use only high efficiency Christie approved filters. Never operate the projector without the filter installed. You should check the condition of the card cage air filter monthly. Clean or replace the card cage air filter sooner if you are operating the projector in a dusty or dirty environment.
3. Open the integrator rod access door and loosen the second service panel screw. 4. Push the clips on the top of the service panel down and out to remove the service panel. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
9. Record the date the filter was cleaned. 10. Replace the filter following the instructions for the specific filter. See Inspect the Card Cage Filter, on page 3-1 Inspect the Light Engine Compartment Filter, on page 3-2. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
5. Remove the lens surround. 6. Remove the 4 screws that secure the skin to the projector structure. 7. On a Solaria One projector, remove the set screws from the horizontal and vertical lens adjustment knobs and then remove the knobs.
5. Lift the lid up and out. 6. Remove the 2 screws securing the light engine lid to the center structure and then lift the lid up and out of the projector. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
5. Remove the 2 screws above the cardcage. 6. Remove the card cage. See Remove the Cardcage on page 3-25. Note: When replacing the card cage, you must replace the anti-tamper label on the side of the cardcage Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Remove the Touch Panel Controller on page 3-5. 5. Remove the safety shield. See Remove the Safety Shield on page 3-9. 6. Remove the 2 screws securing the TPC harness to the rear skin. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
2. Turn the projector off and then disconnect it from AC power. 3. Remove the top lid. See Remove the Top Lid on page 3-4. 4. Reach into the projector and then loosen the first service panel screw. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
3.13 Remove the Safety Shield EXPLOSION HAZARD! Wear Christie approved protective clothing (598900- 95) whenever the safety shield is open and when handling the lamp. The safety shield is positioned above the lamp reflector and is used to block UV light.
Never twist or bend the quartz lamp body. Use the correct watt- age lamp supplied by Christie. 3) Ensure those within the vicinity of the projector are also wearing protective safety clothing including a full face shield, Kevlar gloves, and a ballistic nylon jacket.
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UV filter. c. With your left hand guide the cathode end of the lamp out of the reflector, on an angle through the lamp access door. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-11...
1. Remove the existing lamp. See Remove the Existing Lamp on page 3-10. 2. Open the box containing the new lamp and then remove the tape from the ends of the protective case. 3-12 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
3.14.3 Add the Lamp to the Lamp History 1. Connect the projector to AC power and then turn the projector on. 2. Tap Menu > Advanced Setup > Lamp Change Wizard. 3. Tap Next. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-13 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
10. Secure the lens clamp by rotating it clockwise with a hex key. 11. Install the lens mount cap screws for added stability. 12. Replace the lens surround. 13. Remove the lens cap from the front of the lens. 3-14 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
3. Slide the card cage forward to access the standby power supply inline connector. See Remove the Cardcage on page 3-25. 4. Remove the top lid. See Remove the Top Lid on page 3-4. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-15 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
2. Turn the projector off and then disconnect it from AC power. 3. Remove the top lid. See Remove the Top Lid on page 3-4. 4. Remove the service door. See Remove the Service Door on page 3-8. 3-16 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Remove the Front Skin on page 3-4. 5. Hold the top nut with a ratchet and then turn the locking nut on the foot to remove it. 6. Remove the foot. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-17 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
3-10. 4. Remove the anode lamp firewall. See Remove the Anode Lamp Firewall on page 3-15. 5. Remove the 2 screws securing the lamp adjust assembly to the center structure. 3-18 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Remove the Top Lid on page 3-4. 5. Remove the lamp. See Remove the Existing Lamp on page 3-10. 6. Remove the reflector assembly. See Remove the Reflector Assembly on page 3-19. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-19 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
4. Remove the top lid. See Remove the Top Lid on page 3-4. 5. Remove the high security lid. See Remove the High Security and Light Engine Lid on page 3-5. 3-20 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
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Note: When replacing the LVDS cables, the This Side Up label on the connector must face outward. Twisting or pulling the connector with unequal pressure can permanently damage it. 10. Remove the LVDS cables from the harness clips holding them to the center structure. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-21...
Remove the Light Engine Blower (Fan 4) on page 3-32. 7. Remove the 2 screws that secure the douser to the light engine. 8. Lift the douser on an angle up and out of the projector. 3-22 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Section 3: Parts and Module Replacement 3.27 Remove the IMCB This procedure is applicable to the Solaria One projector only. 1. Turn the lamp off and cool the projector for at least 15 minutes. 2. Turn the projector off and then disconnect it from AC power.
1. Turn the lamp off and cool the projector for at least 15 minutes. 2. Turn the projector off and then disconnect it from AC power. 3. Remove the lamp. See Remove the Existing Lamp on page 3-10. 3-24 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
6. Disconnect the 2 harnesses from the 220V AC line filter. 3.30 Cardcage Only Christie authorized service technicians should open the high security lid or access the electronics inside the card cage. When replacing the card cage, you must replace the anti-tamper label on the side of the cardcage 3.30.1 Remove the Cardcage...
9. Remove the 2 screws securing the PIBS1 to the front faceplate. When reinstalling the PIBS1 and PIBS1 faceplate board you must perform Marriage so you can continue to play encrypted content. See Activate Marriage in the Solaria One or Solaria One user manuals.
9. Remove the PIBS1 faceplate board. When reinstalling the PIBS1 and PIBS1 faceplate board you must perform Marriage so you can continue to play encrypted content. See Activate Marriage in the Solaria One or Solaria One user manuals. 3.30.4 Remove the Integrated Cinema Processor The ICP is located in the cardcage on the operator side of the projector.
The Christie IMB is located in the cardcage on the operator side of the projector. Note: When replacing the Christie IMB, you must replace the anti-tamper label on the side of the cardcage. 1. Turn the lamp off and cool the projector for at least 15 minutes.
9. Slide the backplane on an angle out of the cardcage so that it does not contact the cardcage. When reinstalling the backplane, you must perform Marriage so you can continue to play encrypted con- tent. See Activate Marriage in the Solaria One or Solaria One user manuals.
5. Loosen the set screws securing the flexible shafts to the lamp adjust and then disconnect the flexible shafts. 6. Remove the 2 screws securing the internal touch panel controller (TPC) harness. 3-30 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
The fan airflow must be directed toward the light engine compartment. 9. Disconnect the number three fan harness. 10. Lift the fan up and away from the rubber isolators. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-31 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Remove the Top Lid on page 3-4. 4. Remove the service door. See Remove the Service Door on page 3-8. 5. Loosen the 4 screws securing the LVPS cover. 6. Disconnect the fan harness. 3-32 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Integrator Assembly NOTICE: The integrator rod glass should be flush with the output aperture with the black finish. If the glass is damaged, contact Christie Technical Support staff immediately. Always wear gloves when you handle the inte- grator assembly. The integrator assembly is mounted in the light tube of the IOS. It runs through a firewall cutout that separates the lamp housing from the light engine.
6. Remove the 2 screws that secure the sensor to the IOS. NOTE: The middle screw is used to adjust light tolerances. When reinstalling the light sensor module, recalibrate the footLambert (fL) readings for minimum and maximum power. See the Solaria One or Solaria One+ user manuals. 3-34 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev.
8. Grasp the top corners of the mirror, and then pull it up and out. When reinstalling the cold mirror, make sure that the reflective surface faces inwards. Also, you must recalibrate MCGD. See the Solaria One or Solaria One+ user manuals.
2.5mm Locking Hex Screw 8. Remove the fold mirror. When reinstalling the fold mirror, make that the reflective surface faces inwards. Also, you must recali- brate MCGD. See the Solaria One or Solaria One+ user manuals. 3-36 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev.
8. Remove the lamp adjust. See Remove the Lamp Adjust Assembly on page 3-18. 9. Remove the 2 screws that secure the firewall that separates the lamp housing from the light engine. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 3-37 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
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Reshoot the MCGD. c. Verify the TCGD correction. d. Create new screen files. e. Verify the brightness uniformity. 12. Remove the 4 screws securing the IOS to the light engine enclosure. 3-38 Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
Forces an ICP install regardless of what current version is Install installed. Force Upgrade All Upgrades all components in the upgrade package. Factory Install Removes all configurations and upgrades all components. 6. Tap Next. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
2. Tap Menu > Service Setup > File Maintenance. 3. Select a file type in the File Type list. 4. Tap and drag a file from the TPC Files pane to the Projector Files pane. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
1. Tap Menu > Service Setup > File Maintenance. 2. Select a file type in the File Type list. 3. Tap and drag a file from the Projector Files pane to the trash can icon. 4. Tap Yes. Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
5 Troubleshooting This section provides information and procedures for resolving common projector issues. If you cannot resolve a projector issue, contact Christie support In order that a support representative can better assist you, have the model and serial number of your projector ready. For contact information for your region, see the back cover of this document.
• Listen for a clicking noise that indicates the ballast is attempting to strike the lamp. If you do not hear a click- ing noise, there might be a problem with the ballast. Contact a Christie accredited service technician to resolve the issue.
Section 5: Troubleshooting • Make sure the FIPS LED on the Christie IMB is green. If the FIPS LED is red, put the projector in standby mode and then full power mode. If the FIPS LED remains red, contact Christie support. For contact informa- tion for your region, see the back cover of this document.
• Verify the quality of the signal from the input source. During playback, flashes of light appear on the screen There might be insufficient bandwidth to stream content from the NAS or DAS device to the Christie IMB. To correct this issue: •...
Section 5: Troubleshooting Christie IMB For troubleshooting information, see the Christie Integrated Media Block User manual available for download on the Christie web site (http://www.christiedigital.com/en-us/products/accessories/Pages/Christie-IMB-011- 103895-XX.aspx). Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
6 Available Replacement Parts and Modules The tables in this section list the parts and accessories that are available for the Solaria One projector. Lamp and Filter Assemblies Part Name/Description Christie Service Kit Part # Replacement Light Engine Paper Air Filter (5PK)
Part Name/Description Christie Service Kit Part # AC Line Filter 15A 003-004457-xx AC Line Filter 20A 003-004456-xx ASSY Knob LM Plastic - Horizontal (Solaria One) 003-004462-xx ASSY Knob LM Plastic - Vertical (Solaria One) 003-004463-xx ASSY Temperature Sensor 003-100618-xx Feet (4x adjustable/front feet 120mm and back feet 203mm)
Section 7: Interconnections 7 Interconnections The interconnect drawings illustrate the path of electrical connections between modules. Solaria One Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
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Section 7: Interconnections Solaria One Solaria One/Solaria One Service Manual 020-101039-02 Rev. 1 (06-2013)
8 Exploded Views External View - Solaria One and Solaria One NOTE: The horizontal and vertical lens adjustment knobs on the Solaria One projector are not illustrated. To remove the front skin, you must first remove these knobs. LABEL DESCRIPTION...
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