Related Documentation; Connection And Use; Connecting To A Computer Or Server; Configuring The Rs232 Port - Christie Crimson Technical Reference

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Related documentation

Additional information on the projector is available in the following documents.
Crimson and Mirage Installation and Setup Guide (P/N: 020-102647-XX)
Crimson and Mirage User Guide (P/N: 020-102649-XX)
Crimson and Mirage Product Safety Guide (P/N: 020-102648-XX)
Crimson and Mirage Specifications Guide (P/N: 020-102724-XX)
Crimson and Mirage Service Guide (P/N: 020-102733-XX)
Crimson and Mirage Status System Guide (P/N: 020-102661-XX)

Connection and use

Once you have connected your computer to either the RS232 IN port (depending on which standard is
supported by your computer) or to the Ethernet port on Crimson, you can remotely access controls
and image setups, issue commands or queries, and receive replies.
Use these bidirectional messages to:
Control multiple projectors
Obtain a projector's status report
Diagnose performance problems
Refer to the User Manual provided with the projector for all cable requirements and other connection
details.
Some commands are operational only when projector is powered up.

Connecting to a computer or server

Communicate with a remote computer, server, or an existing network using a RJ-45 cable.
The RS232 port located on the IMXB faceplate uses Christie-proprietary protocol and is intended for
Christie accessories or automation controllers only.
1. Use an RJ-45 cable to connect the Ethernet hub or switch to the Ethernet port, located on the
projector IMXB faceplate.
2. When using the Christie serial protocol over Ethernet, connect to port 3002.
3. For applications or equipment using serial communications, use the Christie-proprietary serial
protocol to communicate with the RS232 port on the IMXB faceplate.

Configuring the RS232 port

Configure the RS232 port to send Christie serial commands using a standard RS232 serial cable.
1. Select Menu > Communications > Projector Communication.
2. Use the down arrow to select Baud Rate.
3. Select the appropriate baud rate and select Enter.
4. Use the down arrow to select Network Routing.
Crimson and Crimson Mirage Technical Reference–Serial Commands
020-102660-01 Rev. 1 (07-2018)
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