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Page 1 U se r Ma n u a l 020-102146-01 Christie MicroTiles...
Page 2 The warranty does not apply to any product where the serial number has been removed or obliterated. The warranty also does not apply to any product sold by a reseller to an end user outside of the country where the reseller is located unless (i) Christie has an office in the country where the end user is located or (ii) the required international warranty fee has been paid.
Page 4 Monitoring the MicroTiles array........
Page 6: Product Overview
Front End Formatter Board (FEFB), IR sensor, internal Low Voltage Power Supply (LVPS) and cooling system. An array of MicroTiles requires at least one ECU (master ECU), acting as a main control unit and input interface for image content distribution through the array.
Page 7: Related Documentation
ECU. There are no unused Display Port connections in a closed loop canvas. Related documentation Additional information on the MicroTiles is available in the following documents. • Christie MicroTiles Installation and Setup Manual (P/N: 020-100329-XX) •...
Page 8: Configuring The Array
Configuring the array MicroTiles can be controlled remotely, typically at a controller such as a PC, through a web user interface (WebUI) on an Ethernet network. If there are concerns about network security, run the WebUI on a local area network only and install a firewall.
Page 9: Creating A Subarray
Multiple ECUs must be connected to the array and automatic array configuration must be enabled. Related information Connecting the cables between the ECUs and MicroTiles Manually adding a subarray Select the specific tiles to include in the subarray. 1. Select Canvas Management > Layout > Subarray Configuration .
Page 10: Prioritizing The Ecus In The Array
2. Select the ECU. 3. To manually enter an IP address for the ECU, disable DHCP and type the IP Address. 4. Click Apply. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 11: Manually Adding Tiles To The Canvas
6. To bring up the properties of each tile, click Info. Use the tile system information screen to see the number of each tile. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 12: Viewing The Array As A Wire Map
Ensure the date and time match your location. 1. Select Configuration > Date and Time. The date displayed in the MicroTiles System Date and Time field is processed from the ECU, while the date in the New Time field is updated to the time on the computer.
Page 13: Switching The Display Mode
Only the selected settings are restored. All tile settings are restored during this process. 3. To upload a saved settings file to the tiles or ECUs, click Restore. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 14: Restoring Factory Defaults
3. In the confirmation dialog, type CONFIRM in all capital letters and click OK. All defaults are restored. 4. (Optional) Restore the ECU and tile settings from a backup (on page 13). Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 15: Adjusting The Image Settings
Adjusting the image settings Ensure the content displayed on the MicroTiles canvas has a high quality appearance by manipulating the source and canvas settings. Changing the size and position of video content Manually adjust the X/Y offsets and the width and height of the display to accommodate the particular application.
Page 16: Configuring The Color And Brightness Of The Array
Custom Gamut—Manually adjusts the XY coordinates of the RGB color spectrum. For Version 1 the selections include sRGB and Custom Gamut. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 17: Adjusting The Color And Luminance Of Individual Tiles
Change the color and luminance of any tile that doesn't appear as bright as the other tiles, or has a different color tone. MicroTiles are designed for automatic image alignment and color matching. Christie does not recommend overriding individual settings and only performing overrides after proper training.
Page 18: Setting The Brightness Of The Array
Adjusting brightness levels at the edge of the tiles Mullion reduction adjusts the brightness level to the edges of the tiles until the edges appear smaller. Christie recommends playing video on the array when adjusting mullion to see the changes take effect.
Page 19: Sharpening The Image
Sharpening the image Adjust the sharpness levels to display a crisper image or video. To see the changes take effect, Christie recommends playing a video on the array when adjusting the settings. 1. Select Canvas Management > Canvas Settings > Canvas Image Settings.
Page 20 Any other changes applied still display the warning message. 7. Click OK. To return to the default settings click Reset. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 21: Monitoring And Maintaining The Array
Monitoring and maintaining the array Learn the information and procedures for performing MicroTiles maintenance. Installers and all other users must maintain a safe operating environment at all times. Read through this section in its entirety and understand all warnings and precautions before attempting to operate the Christie MicroTiles.
Page 22: Viewing The Tile System Information
This opens a new window with the tile logs, which are used for technical support to troubleshoot any problems occurring with the master ECU. 5. To open previously generated logs, click Log Viewer. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 23: Reviewing The Ecu Video Input And Output Quality
Flash Player Plug-In version 10.0 or higher must be installed to initiate the upgrades. ® ™ • Christie recommends performing the FPGA hardware upgrade at the same time as a firmware upgrade. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc.
Page 24: Checking The Current Software Version From The Webui
Upgrading the Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) (on page 25) Checking the current software version from the WebUI Verify the version of the software running on the MicroTiles 1. Select Status > System Information. 2. From the System Information screen, select either External Control Unit or Tiles.
Page 25: Upgrading The Field Programmable Gate Array (Fpga)
Correcting a failed software upgrade On ECUs using software version 1.0.10 or older, when attempting to simultaneously upgrade the software for a MicroTiles canvas with a large number of ECUs the upgrade may fail. Complete the following steps to correct this issue.
Page 26: Resetting Selected Tiles And Ecus
Events logged by SNMP can be recorded in SNMP Setting up SNMP communication includes specifying the SNMP community strings and trap IP addresses that the MicroTiles send traps to. Notification of SNMP events can also be sent to specified email addresses.
Page 27: Recording Event Notifications In An Snmp Trap
3. Click Apply. Recording event notifications in an SNMP trap When the selected events occur within the MicroTiles array, the details of the event can be recorded in an SNMP trap. Traps are usually captured on a server outside of the array. Up to three trap IP addresses can be configured.
Page 28: Cleaning The Outside Surface Of The Screen
Monitoring and maintaining the array Cleaning the outside surface of the screen The procedure for cleaning the exterior of the MicroTiles screen is different depending on the tile model. 1. Clean the S100 and S300/S310 tiles. a) To clean the front surface of the S100, S300, or S310 screen, spray Windex ™...
Page 29 3. Replace, vacuum, or wash the filter with mild soap and water. 4. If you wash the filter, dry it thoroughly before you reinstall it. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
Page 30: Troubleshooting
The DIV source is powered off (no DVI sync). • The ECU is defective. If the lost signal is due to a failed ECU, call Christie technical support. Video is not displaying No video is being displayed on the array.
Page 31: Extra Pixels And Ghosting In The Image
Enable color matching (on page 16). • Update to the latest firmware version (on page 24). Before updating the firmware, check online at www.microtiles.com to ensure the latest firmware version is installed. Failure to install the latest version can affect system performance.
Page 32: The Same Image Is Replicated On Each Tile In The Array
3. Ensure the display window is set correctly. One or more tiles fail to power on After plugging the power for a MicroTiles array into a power source, one or more tiles fail to power on. Resolution If the tile fails to power on, do the following: •...
Page 33: Led Over-Temperature Shutdown
The tiles have shut down because the LED temperature has passed the threshold. Details This is caused by either insufficient cooling or a fan failure. Resolution Collect logs of the failed tiles and contact Christie technical support. LED temperature warning When the LEDs reach the maximum temperature, the tiles dim. Details If any of the three LEDs reaches its maximum temperature tolerance, the LED drive levels will dim the tiles gradually, until the minimum LED drive level is reached.
Page 34: Cannot Assign An Ip Address To The Tile
• Reset the ECU. • If the problem still persists, the ECU is defective and needs to be repaired. Contact Christie technical support. System is not responding The WebUI times out before it can be loaded.
Page 35 Troubleshooting 2. Ensure Automatic Array Configuration is Enabled. 3. Click Reconfigure Array. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020-102146-01 Rev. 1 (07-2015) Copyright 2016 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved. ©...
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