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Digital Projection LIGHTNING 8gv User Manual

Display range of super-high-brightness digital video projectors
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The LIGHTNING Display Range of
SUPER-HIGH-BRIGHTNESS DIGITAL VIDEO PROJECTORS
LIGHTNING 22sx, LIGHTNING 25sx, LIGHTNING 28sx,
LIGHTNING 8gv, LIGHTNING 10gv, LIGHTNING 22gv
USER MANUAL
Revision C - 01/03/03
Part Number: LBV00056

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  • Page 1 The LIGHTNING Display Range of SUPER-HIGH-BRIGHTNESS DIGITAL VIDEO PROJECTORS LIGHTNING 22sx, LIGHTNING 25sx, LIGHTNING 28sx, LIGHTNING 8gv, LIGHTNING 10gv, LIGHTNING 22gv USER MANUAL Revision C - 01/03/03 Part Number: LBV00056...
  • Page 3 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC. Products covered by this Directive Large Screen Projector types LIGHTNING 8gv (20 series chassis) and LIGHTNING 22sx. Basis on which Conformity is being declared The products identified above comply with the protection requirements of the above EU...
  • Page 5 LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Declaration of Conformity Directives covered by this Declaration 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, amended by 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC. 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC. Products covered by this Declaration Large screen video projector types LIGHTNING 22gv, LIGHTNING 25sx and LIGHTNING 28sx.
  • Page 7 LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Revision Record From time to time revisions will be issued to this manual. To maintain a correct and up to date copy of the manual it is important that the instructions given in revision notices are carried out. The person carrying out the revision should complete the table below.
  • Page 8 LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03...
  • Page 9 A—3 and A—4. Disclaimer Digital Projection makes a sincere effort to ensure accuracy and quality of it's published materials; however, no warranty, expressed or implied, is provided. Digital Projection disclaims any direct or indirect damages...
  • Page 10 Introduction LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Digital Projection Limited, Greenside Way, Middleton, Manchester M24 1XX, UK. Registered in England No. 2207264, Registered Office: As Above Tel: +44 (0) 161 947 3300 Fax:+44 (0) 161 684 7674 Email:enquiries@digitalprojection.co.uk, service@digitalprojection.co.uk Website: www.digitalprojection.co.uk Digital Projection Inc.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Introduction LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Outline of Contents Section A: Overview Packaging..............A—1 Safety Advice...............A—2 Initial Preparation ............A—5 Components..............A—8 Section B: System Installation Installation Guidelines ..........B—1 Switching On..............B—9 Section C: System Operation Remote Control - Overview..........C—1 LED Indicators...............C—6 Menu Operation............C—7 Main Menu - Overview ..........C—11 Channel Set-up Function ...........C—13 Image Mode...............C—28...
  • Page 12 Introduction LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Section C: System Operation Computer Control............C—48 Switcher Operation.............C—53 Palm Pilot Control Utility Operation ......C—55 Section D: Advanced User Information Screen Illuminance ............D—1 DMD™ Operation and Usage ........D—2 Operational Flowcharts..........D—5 Lenses .................D—15 Lens Adapters.............D—26 Cables & Connections ..........D—28 Technical Specification ..........D—32 Section E: Fault Finding &...

  • Page 13: Section A: Overview

    Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Section A: Overview Packaging .................A—1 Removal of the Projector..........A—1 Lens Packaging ............A—1 Safety Advice ..............A—2 Compliance with Regulatory Bodies ......A—2 Safety Warnings............A—3 Initial Preparation .............A—5 Pre-Installation Check ..........A—5 Remote Control Unit - Battery Installation ....A—6 Hard-Wired Remote Control Connection.....A—7 Components ..............A—8 Projector Case ..............A—8...
  • Page 14 Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Components Integrated Keypad ............A—16 Remote Control ............A—16...

  • Page 15: Packaging

    1 x User Manual Certificate of Conformity Should any of the above components be absent, please contact the dealer who supplied the projector, or Digital Projection Limited (Digital Projection Inc. if in North America) immediately. Lens Packaging Lenses are supplied as individual items and the packaging may differ depending on the version ordered.

  • Page 16: Safety Advice

    LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Safety Advice Compliance with Regulatory Bodies The LIGHTNING 8gv, LIGHTNING 22gv, LIGHTNING 22sx, LIGHTNING 25sx and LIGHTNING 28sx have been designed to comply with IEC950 and UL 1950 (formal UL approval in process), the International safety standards for infor- mation technology and electrical business equipment.
  • Page 17 The customer should never attempt to disassemble the lamp from its housing or to dispose of it other than by returning it to Digital Projection. Do not move or tamper with any seals or ducting panels on the projector or the air flow could be disrupted and cause the projector to overheat.
  • Page 18 Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 To prevent contamination of internal optical surfaces, never locate the projector near any chemical or oil-based smoke machines or where smoke may enter the projector. At least 4 people are required for safe movement of the projector. The projector is designed to be lifted using the handrail at the base.

  • Page 19: Initial Preparation

    Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Initial Preparation Pre-Installation Check Before mounting the projector in its intended location, the following pre-installation routine must be performed: 1. Install the projector lens. 2. Ensure all the air flow inlet and outlet ducts are clear from obstruction. 3.
  • Page 20 Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Remote Control Unit - Battery Installation The Remote Control Unit can be powered by 4 AAA (HP16/RO3/LR03) alkaline batteries or by direct connection to the projector via a remote receiver or hard wire. The battery compartment is located on the back of the Remote Control.
  • Page 21 0verview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Hard-Wired Remote Control Connection The hard-wired control of the projector is made using the Remote Control Unit with a cable connection directly to the projector. The cable connects between the 3.5mm stereo jack on the remote control using the screw locking mini jack plug and the XLR connector on the projector.

  • Page 22: Components

    Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Components Projector Case The projector covers are manufactured from tough polycarbonate material and are attached to a rigid aluminium space frame by screws. The projector should always be lifted using the handrail. Do not attempt to lift the projector by holding the covers or the lens.
  • Page 23 (see Fault Finding and Maintenance, E—6). The customer should never attempt to disassemble the lamp from its housing or to dispose of it other than by returning it to Digital Projection. A—9...
  • Page 24 Module covers and the output window must remain installed at all times when working with an illuminated Xenon lamp. Digital Projection recommends that all Xenon lamps be replaced after 750 hours of use. Digital Projection will not be responsible for any damages resulting from failure to comply with this instruction.
  • Page 25 0verview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Lenses Five lenses have been developed specifically for the LIGHTNING sx and LIGHT- NING gv range of projectors with zoom ratios of 1.5 - 2.0:1, 2.0 - 2.5, 2.5 - 4.0:1, 4.0 - 7.0:1. In addition a fixed lens of 1.2:1 (actual 1.5:1) is available. Using a lens adapter, the following gv series lenses may also be used, albeit with modified throw ratios and limited lens shift capabilities: 0.82:1 (fixed) and zoom lenses of 1.5 - 2.5:1, 2.5 - 4.0:1, 4.0 -7.0:1 and 7.0 - 15.0:1.
  • Page 26 Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Optics The lamp faces onto a 'cold mirror' which directs the light beam into a condenser. A prism then splits the concentrated beam from the condenser into red, green and blue light using dichroic filters and directs the light onto separate DMDs™. The images produced by the three DMDs™...
  • Page 27 0verview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Infra Red Receiver SOURCE CONTROL DIGITAL Input 4 INPUT 1 Input Service Input 5 INPUT 2 Video Switcher INPUT 3 Computer In Component R/Pr B/Pb H/HV S-Video — — — Composite — CVbs — —...
  • Page 28 Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Digital Micromirror Devices™ A Digital Micromirror Device™ (DMD™) is a digital light modulator fabricated from moving aluminum mirrors. Each mirror, which acts as a pixel, is suspended between two posts by a thin torsion hinge and can be tilted to the left to produce a bright pixel or to the right for a dark pixel.
  • Page 29 The hard-wired remote connection provides direct connection between the remote control and the projector. The direct hard wired connection is provided as standard with LIGHTNING 8gv, 22sx, 22gv, 25sx and 28sx projectors. This cable has an XLR plug to 3.5mm stereo locking jack plug. The cable may be extended using industry standard microphone XLR cables up to 100 metres (330ft).
  • Page 30 Overview LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Integrated Keypad An integrated keypad is provided on the rear of the projector to allow the projector to be controlled without the remote control. The operation of this keypad is identical to that of the remote control (see System Operation, C—1 for further details). Remote Control All the functions of the LIGHTNING display projector are controlled using the remote control or the integrated keypad on the rear of the projector.

  • Page 31: Section B: System Installation

    System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Section B: System Installation Installation Guidelines ............B — Screen Requirements ............B — Positioning the Projector ..........B — Lens Options..............B — Mounting the Projector..........B — External Cable Routing ..........B—8 Switching On ..............B—11 Signal Sources .............B—11 Turning On the Lamp ..........B—15 Picture Display ............B—13 Storing System Configurations ........B—17...
  • Page 32 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03...

  • Page 33: Installation Guidelines

    System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Installation Guidelines This installation section explains how to install the projector for optimum results. To do this, it is necessary to determine the following: 1. The type of screen and whether front or rear projection is to be used. 2.
  • Page 34 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Screen Width Screen Height (feet/inches) Needed to Display Full Image with Aspect Ratio: (feet) 4 x 3 5 x 4 8 x 5 14 x 9 16 x 9 8' 0" 6' 0" 6' 5"...
  • Page 35 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 30° 1.2m (4 Ft) SCREEN 60° VIEWING AREA AISLE AISLE AISLE B—3...
  • Page 36 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Positioning the Projector Correct positioning of the projector is essential to achieve the best results. Before deciding on the final location of the projector please ensure you read the following information very carefully. The projector must be situated in a clean, dry environment and away from direct sunlight or heat.
  • Page 37 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 THROW DISTANCE - FIXED RATIO LENSES It is important to position the projector at the right distance from the screen. This 'Throw Distance' is defined as the distance from the screen to the front of the projector case.
  • Page 38 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 The following SXGA lenses may be used in conjunction with the LIGHTNING gv range albeit with some optical vignetting and with some reduction in optical perfor- mance. An optional sleeve adapter (P/N LA 00088A) is required for certain lenses. SXGA (SX) Lenses Fitted to a LIGHTNING gv Projector Lens Nominal Actual Throw Screen Distance (metres)
  • Page 39 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Mounting the Projector Now that you know the distance from the screen that the projector must be located you can decide on which type of mounting will best suit your requirements. The easi- est method of mounting is to rest the projector on a desk or table directly in front of the display screen.
  • Page 40 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Never move or tamper with any seals or ducting panels on the projector or the air flow could be disrupted and cause the projector to overheat. Always keep the air inlets and outlets clear of any obstruction and away from walls and ceilings. AIR OUT AIR OUT AIR IN...
  • Page 41 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 MOUNTING FEET There are four mounting points located on the underside of the projector for the attachment of the mounting feet. Each foot is screwed into the mounting points and tightened using a spanner on the flats of the foot shaft. The projector can be levelled using the black adjustment rings on each foot which allow 25mm (1 inch) of move- ment.

  • Page 42: Switching On

    System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Switching On First of all, connect the video signal input source to the Analogue Input Board at the back of the projector (refer to Signal Sources for details on different sources and how to connect them). Then plug the projector into the mains supply and switch it on (using the on/off switch at the back of the projector).
  • Page 43 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 COMPOSITE SIGNALS PAL (Europe and Australia) and NTSC (US and Japan) signals, are composite video formats used by televisions and VCRs. They are connected by one lead to the COMPOSITE/G port in the source section on the rear panel SOURCE CONTROL DIGITAL...
  • Page 44 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNALS WITH SEPARATE SYNC When using a component video input which has a separate sync, and the sync is composite (combined horizontal and vertical), the connections are as shown below. SOURCE CONTROL DIGITAL Input 4...
  • Page 45 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 STANDARD DEFINITION AND HIGH DEFINITION SERIAL DIGITAL SIGNALS Standard Serial Digital signals (50Hz and 60Hz) are connected to the projector by a single cable. The projector provides two separate inputs for these signals, inputs 4 and 5, either of which may be used.
  • Page 46 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Turning On the Lamp The lamp should light up within 25 seconds of the projector being turned on. If it has not lit, the bottom red LED at the front of the case will glow constantly and the projector should be turned off and back on again.
  • Page 47 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 ✍ The Image Parameter controls on the remote can be used when in the Menu system providing that no data fields are being edited. The adjusted parameter settings for an input device can be saved to a 'channel'. A channel setting also stores the input source address (see storing system configurations, B—15, for more information).
  • Page 48 System Installation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Storing System Configurations A Channel is a 'store' containing all of the parameters associated with an input and the image it displays. The projector has 63 available channels. In addition to the channels there are three further 'stores'. They are the Previous Store, Revised Store and Factory Pre-set.
  • Page 49 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Section C: System Operation Remote Control - Overview..........C — LED Indicators ..............C — Menu Operation ..............C — Dialogue Boxes .............C — Check boxes ..............C — Flyout Lists..............C — Soft Buttons..............C — Data Entry Fields ............C—10 Information Windows ..........C —...
  • Page 50 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Test Patterns ..............C — Projector Status..............C — Set Projector Address ............C — Add Computer..............C — Create/Modify Command ..........C — Delete Command ............C — Copy Command ............C — Applying a New Signal Source........C — Configuring a Computer Channel......C —...

  • Page 51: Section C: System Operation

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Remote Control - Overview Both the remote control unit and the integrated keypad on the rear of the projector can be used to select channels, adjust parameters and navigate through the menu systems. Most of the control functions have an D I G I T A L icon and a scalar bar which are displayed...
  • Page 52 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 BUTTON ICON FUNCTION / OPERATION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PIC MUTE PIC MUTE toggles the displayed image between (Picture Mute)
  • Page 53 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 BUTTON ICON FUNCTION / OPERATION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PHASE By pressing PHASE, then using the cursor buttons, the pixel clock phase (0 to 100) can...
  • Page 54 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 BUTTON ICON FUNCTION / OPERATION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PREV These buttons are used to store channels.
  • Page 55 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 BUTTON FUNCTION / OPERATION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - EXIT When at the Main menu, pressing EXIT will exit the menu system completely, otherwise it will return you to the previous menu.
  • Page 56 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 BUTTON FUNCTION / OPERATION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - When using multiple projectors, it may be necessary to control all projectors collectively and individually.
  • Page 57 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Menu Operation The On Screen Display must be 'ON' to access the menu system, if the OSD is on but no menus are being displayed, press the 'MENU' button. This will display either the Main menu or the last screen of the menu system used (depending on whether the menus have been used since the power or the On Screen Display was last turned on).

  • Page 58: Dialogue Boxes

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Dialogue Boxes A number of dialogue boxes allow you to enter or change data. This is done by using data entry fields, flyout lists, check boxes and soft buttons. Both the buttons can be used to move up the page and the buttons can be used to move down the page.

  • Page 59: Flyout Lists

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Flyout Lists A flyout list is provided for fields that require you to choose from a long list of possible choices. Place the cursor over the data field and press enter. The flyout list appears as a list of three items expanded from the data already displayed.

  • Page 60: Data Entry Fields

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Data Entry Fields Position the cursor over the data entry field and press 'ENTER'. Next, use the alpha- numeric buttons to enter the required characters then press 'ENTER'. Use the (left arrow) to delete the last character. Information Windows There are three types of information window: Message Boxes - provide information or advise a course of action.

  • Page 61: Main Menu - Overview

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Main Menu - Overview The main menu provides access to sub-menus which allow you to control the projector and to view any system settings. The sub menus are Channel Set-up, Image Mode, User Preferences, Test Patterns, Projector Status, Set Projector Address, Add Computer and Service Set-up (this last function is for qualified technicians and is password protected).
  • Page 62 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Projector Status - Displays lamp run time information, the projector's temperature, memory status and the last 4 warnings displayed. Set Projector Address - When using multiple projectors, the individual projector address can be set using this function. Add Computer - This function allows you to configure the projector to display new computer cards and add them to the projector's library.

  • Page 63: Channel Set-Up

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Channel Set-up The Channel Set-up function allows you to create NEW channel configurations and SELECT, VIEW, COPY, MODIFY or DELETE current channels. Creating or editing channel parameters does not require the input source to be present, however for the best results it is advisable to make adjustments while viewing the image on screen.
  • Page 64 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 C H A N N E L S E T - U P C h a n N a m e A D R T y p e V I D E O ( R G B ) V I D E O V I D E O...

  • Page 65: Select Command

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 SELECT Command Channel selection can be made in two ways, by simply keying in the channel number on the remote control or by selection in the Channel Set-up screen. Using the remote control is quicker if you know the channel number required, but if you don't, the Channel Set-up screen will remind you.

  • Page 66: View Command

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 VIEW Command The 'VIEW' command will display information about a channel. When viewing a channel the information displayed cannot be modified. Highlighting a channel in the Channel Set-up menu and selecting 'VIEW' will display the View Channel window (see example below).

  • Page 67: Copy Command

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 COPY Command The COPY command allows all or just selected parameters from a channel to be copied to another channel. To copy a channel, highlight it with the cursor in the Channel Set-up menu and select the COPY command. This displays the Copy Channel screen containing three main fields: Copy From, Copy To and Copy Parameters.
  • Page 68 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 The next stage is to select which parameters you wish to copy by crossing either the 'All' or 'Selected' check boxes. If 'Selected' is chosen, the check boxes of the parameters you wish to copy must be crossed. The choices available are Input Configuration, Size &...

  • Page 69: New Command

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 NEW Command The NEW command allows you to set up a channel for a new input device. When you are in the Channel Set-up menu, highlight an empty channel and select NEW. Assuming you have enough memory left in the projector, you will enter the NEW function.
  • Page 70 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Configuration - Select either Video or Computer according to the input device. The selections for a video configuration are PAL, NTSC, SECAM, CPENT and S-VIDEO. An AUTO configuration will be applied if no selection is made. If a CPENT video input is selected you must state the component format (RGB or Y Pr Pb).

  • Page 71: Modify Command

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 MODIFY Command The 'MODIFY' option in the Channel Set-up screen allows you to change certain parameters for individual channels. The definable parameters in the Modify Channel window are the same as for a new channel. At the base of the Modify Channel window there are three options (Info, Size Pos and Compmode) that are not available in the New Channel function.
  • Page 72 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 'SIZE POS' (Channel Size and Position) The SIZE POS function is entered by pressing a soft button located at the base of the Modify dialogue box and consists of two screens. The first screen allows you to select a computer mode from a list or to select video. The horizontal and vertical scan rates of the computer configuration will be displayed, but for a video configuration it will simply state- "Video Configuration".
  • Page 73 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Top 10 U.S. Airlines passengers ('000s) 80,000 70,000 S I Z E & P O S I T I O N A D J U S T 60,000 C O M P V I D E O 7 M O D E 8 0 0 x 6 0 0 50,000...
  • Page 74 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 'COMPMODE' (Channel Computer Mode) COMPMODE enables you to modify individual computer modes. If the current channel is a video configuration, you will not be able to access this function. The Channel Computer Mode screen is split into two main areas. The top of the screen displays the channel number, channel name and the computer card.
  • Page 75 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 - - - M o d e P a r a m e t e r s C o m p u t e r V i d e o 7 M o d e N a m e 8 0 0 x 6 0 - - -...
  • Page 76 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 SAVE AS This command can save any changes made to the parameters. The SAVE AS screen allows you to edit the mode name in order to save your changes as an additional mode for the computer card. The window also displays the amount of user memory available to store new modes.

  • Page 77: Delete Command

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 DELETE Command The DELETE command allows you to delete any unwanted channels. To delete a channel highlight it in the Channel Set-up menu and select 'DELETE' from the bottom of the screen. You will enter the 'Delete Channel' screen which will confirm the name and number of the channel to be deleted.
  • Page 78 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Image Mode Image Mode is chosen from the Main menu. This screen has two sections: Flip and Gamma. All the parameters are defined using check boxes. I M A G E M O D E F l i p G a m m a H o r i z o n t a l...

  • Page 79: User Preferences

    System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 User Preferences The User Preferences window allows you to set a number of system defaults and is split into three main areas: At Power Up, Default Configuration and Other. When all changes have been made in the User Preferences, press the EXIT button on the remote to execute.
  • Page 80 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 DEFAULT CONFIGURATION This sets the default values for any new channels created. Video - PAL, NTSC and CPENT video configurations are available as defaults. A configuration will be automatically chosen, if you do not make a selection, however it is advisable to select the appropriate check box for your signal to improve the screen image.
  • Page 81 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Test Patterns A number of test patterns are provided to check the operation of the projector. Selected from the Main menu the Test Pattern window is as shown below. T E S T P A T T E R N S C o n v e r g e n c e C o n t r a s t...
  • Page 82 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Colour Bars - an analogue colour pattern generated by the analogue board to verify the colour balance. Greyscale - generated by the analogue board to assist in the correct setting of colour balance, this is an 8 step greyscale ranging from black on the left to white on the right.
  • Page 83 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Projector Status The Projector Status function is accessed through the Main menu. Information about the lamp, the projector temperature, the user memory and the last warning messages issued can be viewed here. To leave the Projector Status screen and return to the Main menu select OK or press the EXIT button on the remote control.
  • Page 84 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Set Projector Address The Set Projector Address is accessed through the Main menu and it allows you to set a unique address for the projector. This will enable it to respond to commands received from an external computer or from the remote control when using multiple projectors.
  • Page 85 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Add Computer The Add Computer function allows groups of computer modes to be created and saved to the projector under a collective name. Other options available through this function include the modification of existing mode parameters, the deletion of a computer card or mode and the copying and renaming of a complete computer card.
  • Page 86 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 CREATE/MODIFY Command The 'CREATE/MODIFY' command is used to create (add) a new computer mode to the projectors library or modify an existing computer mode. CREATING A NEW COMPUTER In order to add a new computer to the projectors library select 'CREATE/MODIFY' from the Add Computer screen.
  • Page 87 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 The duplication of a computer name allows you to save a different set of mode parameters for the same computer. If a card using the factory defaults is selected, a duplicate will be made using the same name but with an asterix ( ) at the end.
  • Page 88 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 After entering the required information select 'OK', a confirmation box will appear stating "Computer graphics card will be created/updated. Press 'OK' to proceed or 'CANCEL' to ignore". Select 'OK' to save the new mode. MODIFYING AN EXISTING COMPUTER CARD MODE Having selected an existing computer card it is possible to modify a specific mode for that card.
  • Page 89 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 The 'DELETE COMPUTER' screen (below) displays the card name for verification and gives you the choice of deleting all modes or a single mode by 'checking' the appropriate box. D E L E T E C O M P U T E R C o m p u t e r C a r d...
  • Page 90 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 COPY Command The Copy function in the Add Computer screen permits the user to make a copy of an existing computer card with all its associated modes and give it a different name. It is not possible to copy an individual mode, either within a computer card or between cards.
  • Page 91 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Applying a new signal source If a New computer signal is applied when the selected channel is configured for computer and the computer signal does not identify a mode which matches, the screen will display an image using default Size, Position, Number of Pixels, Pixel Phase and Aspect Ratio.
  • Page 92 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Configuring a Video Channel 1. Set Gamma in Image Mode to Preferred Value 2. In the Channel Set-up Menu select the correct input, aspect ratio, colour temperature and format (i.e. PAL, NTSC, S-Video, Component RGB or Component Y Pr Pb).
  • Page 93 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Configuring a Computer Channel 1. Set Gamma in Image Mode Menu to Preferred Value 2. In the Channel Set-up Menu select Computer Source and Colour Temperature. 3. Apply intended computer input. 4. Select Size & Position. 5.
  • Page 94 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Adjusting the Displayed Image The function buttons, located at the bottom of the remote control, allow you to adjust (where applicable) the brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation, hue, position, size, pixel resolution, pixel phase and colour temperature of the channel currently being displayed.
  • Page 95 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 BRI, SAT, SHARP, CON, HUE These function buttons are used to select and adjust the image parameters. When selected their associated icon and a numerical field will appear. The settings are adjusted using the cursor keys with the cursors increasing the value and cursors decreasing it.
  • Page 96 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 LENS SHIFT Adjusts the horizontal and vertical position of the displayed image relative to the projector. To select Lens Shift press LENS until the Lens Shift dialogue box appears on the screen. The horizontal shift can then be adjusted using the cursors.
  • Page 97 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Addressing Multiple Projectors Multiple projectors are used to produce a brighter image, to join up two or more images or to display two or more images side by side. When using multiple projectors it may be necessary to control all projectors at once, or to operate an individual projector.
  • Page 98 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Computer Control To control the projector by computer, it is necessary to set up certain parameters within the control device and then connect the projector via a suitable cable to the computer (see D—19, Cables & Connections). The cable should be plugged into the ‘Computer In’...
  • Page 99 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 The headers, or command instructions, perform the actions described below. Any subsequent implications are also described where appropriate. This information is to be read in conjunction with the appropriate protocol documents. Header Action Implication Set lamp power level Level of ff will switch lamp on or to full...
  • Page 100 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Header Action Implication Displays box on screen Possible to overwrite menu area. Results will vary according to the aspect ratio selected. Displays text on screen As above. Displays icons on screen As above. Simulates zapper command If OSD is switched on, it is possible to switch the DMD’s off.
  • Page 101 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Header Action Implication Sets projector’s colour clip As above, however it only affects saturated colours and the projector must be re-started to take effect. Sets engineering password Could effectively disable colour balance, colour clip and projector password changes via zapper if new password not written down or remembered.
  • Page 102 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Header Action Implication Preset settings This will use the factory default settings to display an image. It will overwrite all previous changes for the currently selected channel. Download channel data This will overwrite all existing channel data for the specified channel.
  • Page 103 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Switcher Operation Using an appropriate RS232 interface (see D—28, Cables & Connections) the projector can be used in conjunction with a third party switching device. Currently ‘Extron System 8’ and ‘Extron System 10’ are compatible with the projector. The projector and external switching device communicate at RS232 levels using the following protocols:- Data Rate: 9,600 baud...
  • Page 104 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Header Message Data Meaning Picture Mute Mutes the Picture. Channel Change XX Change to logical channel number. All messages sent to the projector will receive a standard ASCII ACK (06 hex) or NACK (15 hex) character in response. For further information on switcher connection and operation please refer to the documentation supplied with your switching device.
  • Page 105 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Palm Pilot Control Utility Operation The Palm Pilot Control Utility has been designed to allow extensive operational control of the projector without using the on-screen menu system. The Palm Pilot connects to the projectors computer port via a straight wired 9 pin male to female cable and uses the following settings - 19,200 baud, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control.
  • Page 106 System Operation LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Query - allows you to request the projectors current settings. To the left of this button a timer is displayed. When this timer reaches 0 the utility automatically queries the projectors settings and sends an OSD Off command to prevent any menus being accidentally displayed on screen.
  • Page 107 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Section D: Advanced User Information Screen Illuminance ............D—1 DMD™ Operation and Usage..........D—2 Operation Flowcharts ............D—5 Creating a New Channel..........D—5 Copying a Channel............D—7 Modifying a Channel...........D—9 Adding a Computer ...........D—11 Modifying a Computer Card........D—13 Lenses................D—15 SXGA 1.2:1 Fixed Wide Angle Lens......D—15 SXGA 1.5 - 2.0:1 Zoom Lens........D—16...
  • Page 108 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Cables & Connections ............D—23 Switcher Control ............D—23 Hard-Wire Remote Connection........D—24 Technical Specification...........D—26 SX Projectors..............D—26 GV Projectors..............D—28...

  • Page 109: Screen Illuminance

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Screen Illuminance The projector's arc lamp emits a luminous flux measured in lumens. This flux is directed at the screen and illuminates it, the illuminance (E) can be measured in Lux (lumens/m2) or Foot Candles (lumens/ft ).

  • Page 110: Dmd™ Operation And Usage

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 DMD™ Operation and Usage A DMD™ (Digital Micromirror Device™) is a true digital light modulator and it utilises 786,432 (LIGHTNING gv models) or 1,310,720 (LIGHTNING sx mod- els) moving aluminium mirrors, with each one representing a pixel in the final pro- jected image.
  • Page 111 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Aspect Ratios - sx Projectors In LIGHTNING 22sx, LIGHTNING 25sx and LIGHTNING 28sx projectors, the mirrors in the DMD™ are arranged in a 1280 x 1024 array allowing images of all aspect ratios to be displayed. However, the proportion of the DMD™ effectively used will differ depending on the aspect ratio of the image.
  • Page 112 LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Aspect Ratios - gv Projectors In LIGHTNING 8gv and LIGHTNING 22gv projectors, the mirrors in the DMD™ are arranged in a 1024 x 768 array allowing images of all aspect ratios to be displayed. However, the proportion of the DMD™ effectively used will differ depending on the aspect ratio of the image.

  • Page 113: Operation Flowcharts

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Operation Flowcharts Creating a New Channel Channel Set-Up Menu Select 'OK' Message box: "Cannot configure channel due to insufficient memory. Need to delete a COMPUTER entry from the library of computer cards or delete unwanted channels."...
  • Page 114 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Enter channel name (up to 14 characters), switcher address and input number Configuration check boxes If changes are to be made automatically set to default Select 'Modify' Message box: Select 'OK' "No input number 'Modify' dialogue box to create channel has been entered."...

  • Page 115: Copying A Channel

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Copying a Channel Channel Set-Up Menu 'Copy Channel' Selected 'Copy Channel' 'OK' Selected 'Cancel' Selected Dialogue Box Message Box - Place cursor over 'Copy To' "No Copy To channel and press 'Enter' number has been entered"...
  • Page 116 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Select Destination Channel using Cursor Keys, then press 'Enter' Enters selected channel into 'Copy To' field Place cursor over 'Copy To' field and Press 'Enter' to name destination channel 'Copy Parameters - Selected' 'Copy Parameters - All' Select 'OK' (Copies Parameters with...

  • Page 117: Modifying A Channel

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Modifying a Channel Channel Set-Up Menu Select 'Modify' command Check the computer 'Modify Channel' 'Cancel' selected check box dialogue box Flyout list of Check video box computer cards Check video type Select type e.g.
  • Page 118 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Enter new name of channel (if desired) Change switcher address and input (if required) Select INFO, SIZE POS or COMP mode Return to MODIFY channel dialogue box Select 'OK' Confirmation box will appear: "Channel XX will 'CANCEL' to return be updated.

  • Page 119: Adding A Computer

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Adding a Computer Main menu 'Add Computer' Selected Insufficient memory to create card (or new mode) message box: "Cannot create computer 'Add Computer' dialogue card (/mode) due to Press 'ENTER' for box. Computer name held insufficient memory.
  • Page 120 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Computer name dialogue Resolution mode field 'CANCEL' selected appears. Key in user name, flyout list appears Press 'OK' Confirmation dialogue: Choose mode to modify 'OK' selected "Duplicate computer card Press 'ENTER' name-Press 'OK' to Edit" ADD COMPUTER 'OK' selected resolution mode field...

  • Page 121: Modifying A Computer Card

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Modifying a Computer Card Modify menu Select 'COMPMODE' Enter CHANNEL COMPUTER MODE Select 'OK' dialogue box Select mode that is not If insufficient memory being used to display a message box states: the image using "Cannot create computer buttons...
  • Page 122 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Select 'OK' to clear Modify parameters Press 'SAVE AS' button Enter 'SAVE AS' Returned to Mode 'CANCEL' dialogue box Parameters dialogue box Enter or change mode name If card data set is in ROM it will be saved with a "*"...

  • Page 123: Lenses

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Lenses SXGA 1.2:1 Fixed Wide Angle Lens BASIC PARAMETERS Throw Ratio 1.2 : 1 Minimum Screen Distance 3.6 m (11.80 ft) Maximum Screen Distance 6.2 m (20.30 ft) Full Beam Angle 22.60° Rising/Falling Front ±512 pixels Aperture...

  • Page 124: Sxga 1.5 - 2.0:1 Zoom Lens

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 SXGA 1.5 - 2.0:1 Zoom Lens BASIC PARAMETERS Throw Ratio 1.5 - 2.0 : 1 Minimum Screen Distance 3 m (9.84 ft) Maximum Screen Distance 12 m (39.37 ft) Full Beam Angle 36.90°...

  • Page 125: Sxga 2.0 - 2.5:1 Zoom Lens

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 SXGA 2.0 - 2.5:1 Zoom Lens BASIC PARAMETERS Throw Ratio 2.0 - 2.5 : 1 Minimum Screen Distance 3 m (9.84 ft) Maximum Screen Distance 25 m (82.02 ft) Full Beam Angle 28.07°...

  • Page 126: Sxga 2.5 - 4.0:1 Zoom Lens

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 SXGA 2.5 - 4.0:1 Zoom Lens BASIC PARAMETERS Throw Ratio 2.5 - 4.0 : 1 Minimum Screen Distance 5 m (16.4 ft) Maximum Screen Distance 40 m (131.2 ft) Full Beam Angle 22.60°...

  • Page 127: Sxga 4.0 - 7.0:1 Zoom Lens

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 SXGA 4.0 - 7.0:1 Zoom Lens BASIC PARAMETERS Throw Ratio 4.0 - 7.0 : 1 Minimum Screen Distance 8 m (26.3 ft) Maximum Screen Distance 70 m (229.7 ft) Full Beam Angle 14.25°...

  • Page 128: Sxga 0.82:1 Short Throw Lens

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 XGA 0.82 : 1 Short Throw Lens BASIC PARAMETERS Throw Ratio 0.82 : 1 Minimum Screen Distance 2 m (6.56 ft) Maximum Screen Distance 10 m (32.80 ft) Full Beam Angle 62.3° Rising/Falling Front ±30 pixels Aperture...

  • Page 129: Lens Adapters

    Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Lens Adapters The introduction of higher resolution SXGA projectors has resulted in a require- ment for larger projection lenses which have a larger mounting thread diameter and will not fit earlier projectors. Earlier lenses will also not fit in the new Intelligent Lens Mount (ILM) that is fitted to LIGHTNING display projectors.
  • Page 130 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 An extra thread within the lens mount of a LIGHTNING display projector makes it possible to use a limited number of the lenses designed for XGA resolution pro- jectors. This enables current owners to utilise the XGA lenses by using the sleeve adapter although the different size of the DMD changes the lens throw ratio.
  • Page 131 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Cables & Connections Remote Computer Control The projector end of this cable must be fitted with a ‘male’ 9-pin D-type connector. If using a ‘laptop’ computer, the other end of the cable should be fitted with a ‘female’...
  • Page 132 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Hard-Wire Remote Connection The hard-wire remote connection uses a cable which connects the remote control unit to the projector. The cable has a 3-pole ‘XLR’ audio/ video plug at one end and a 3.5mm stereo Jack Plug at the remote control end.
  • Page 133 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 XLR Socket LIGHTNING sx and gv projectors now include an XLR connector for hard-wire connection of the remote control unit. Four-Digit Display This display shows the projector run hours. Infra Red Receiver SOURCE CONTROL DIGITAL...
  • Page 134 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Technical Specification - LIGHTNING sx Range LIGHTNING 22sx LIGHTNING 25sx LIGHTNING 28sx Lamp Type Proprietary Xenon Arc ANSI Output 12,000 Lumens ± 10% 14,000 Lumens ± 10% 16,000 Lumens ± 10% Lamp Life 750 Hours Brightness Linearity 95% Edge to Centre...
  • Page 135 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 LIGHTNING 22sx LIGHTNING 25sx LIGHTNING 28sx Remote Control IR Receivers front and rear Hard-wire link to handset 3-Pin female XLR Automation RS232 input/ output: loop through, 3-pin female XLR Switcher Video Switcher output - RS232, 9-Pin D type Mounting Floor Mount (standard), Flying Frame (optional) Rigging Frame (optional), Stacking Frame (optional)
  • Page 136 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Technical Specification - LIGHTNING GV Range LIGHTNING 8gv LIGHTNING 22gv Lamp Type Proprietary Xenon Arc ANSI Output 9,000 Lumens ± 10% 11,000 Lumens ±10% Lamp Life 750 Hours Brightness Linearity 95% Edge to Centre Colour Temperature 3000°K - 9300°K Adjustable...
  • Page 137 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 LIGHTNING 8gv LIGHTNING 22gv Remote Control IR Receivers front and rear Hard-wire link to handset 3-Pin female XLR Automation RS232 input/ output: loop through, 9-pin D type Switcher Video Switcher output - RS232, 9-Pin D type...
  • Page 138 Advanced User Information LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03...
  • Page 139 Fault Finding and Maintenance LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Section E: Fault Finding and Maintenance Troubleshooting ..............E — Maintenance ..............E — Lamp Replacement............E — Lamp Life Timer ............E—5 Conserving Lamp Life...........E—6 Handling and Working with Xenon Lamps....E—6 Stuck Lenses ..............E—9...

  • Page 140: Troubleshooting

    Fault Finding and Maintenance LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The projector will not The projector is not Check mains plug and power-up. plugged in correctly. projector switch. The projector shuts down Thermal shut down devices Check if air ducts are clear, or lamp goes out.
  • Page 141 Fault Finding and Maintenance LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The lamp is lit but no DMDs™ have been shut Check if air ducts are clear, image is being displayed. down due to overheating or clean/replace filters. pic mute.
  • Page 142 Fault Finding and Maintenance LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Distorted image from a The computers pixel phase Use the PIXEL and computer input. and resolution differ from PHASE buttons on the that of the projector. remote control to match them with the projector.

  • Page 143: Maintenance

    Fault Finding and Maintenance LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Maintenance Lamp Replacement To remove the existing lamp follow the procedure below:- 1. Turn off the existing lamp using the LAMP OFF button on the remote control unit and to allow the cooling fan to run for 10 minutes. 2.

  • Page 144: Lamp Life Timer

    Fault Finding and Maintenance LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Rear View of Lamp Side View of Lamp PTFE Handle PTFE PTFE Silder Silder Silder Retaining Screws Retaining Screws To fit a new lamp:- 1. Lift the lamp into position on the right hand side of the projector and align the PTFE sliders on each side of the lamp between the two sliders on each side of the lamp bay in the projector.

  • Page 145: Conserving Lamp Life

    LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Conserving Lamp Life As with all Xenon arc lamps, the Digital Projection lamp requires a very high strike voltage (>30kV) to initiate the arc. This high voltage strike causes minute amounts of material to be lost from the electrode tips. It has been identified that lamps with a higher number of strikes can fail earlier.
  • Page 146 Digital Projection recommends that all xenon lamps be replaced after 750 hours of use.Digital Projection will not be responsible for any damages resulting from failure to comply with this instruction.
  • Page 147 Fault Finding and Maintenance LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Internal Projector Adjustments The internal parts of the projector are set in the factory and adjustment should not be attempted by the user. Only properly authorised personnel should carry out such adjustments which normally need to be done with the projector switched on and the covers removed.

  • Page 148: Stuck Lenses

    In order to prevent incidents of this nature, a fibre washer is now fitted to all new lenses before shipping. Users with lenses shipped prior to the introduction of this washer are advised to request them when placing their next order. Digital Projection also recommends the following installation procedure for all lenses.
  • Page 149 Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Appendix Quick Set-up Reference............i Setting Up the Projector ............i On Screen Display ...............i If there is no Image.............ii Correcting Distorted Images..........ii Menu System Review..............iii The On Screen Display (OSD)..........iii The Menu System ..............iii...
  • Page 150 Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03...

  • Page 151: Quick Set-Up Reference

    Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Quick Set-up Reference This guide assumes the projector has been previously installed and configured in accordance with the System Installation guidelines in this Manual. Setting Up the Projector Check that the input source you wish to display is connected to the back of the projector.

  • Page 152: If There Is No Image

    Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 If there is no Image Ensure the input source is sending a signal. Check the input source is correctly connected, a LED will flash on the input board at the rear of the projector if you have incorrectly connected the input device. Check that a signal is being sent (e.g.

  • Page 153: Menu System Review

    Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 Menu System Review The On Screen Display (OSD) A menu system is provided to access the projector's system and image input settings. In order to access the menu system OSD must be turned 'ON'. If OSD is ON but no menus are displayed press the MENU button on the remote control.
  • Page 154 Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 VIEW The VIEW command will display information about the selected channel, the information cannot be modified in this function. To select a channel, highlight it using the cursors and select VIEW. COPY The COPY command allows all or just selected parameters from a channel to be copied to another channel.
  • Page 155 Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03 MODIFY/CREATE If you select an existing computer card it is possible to modify a specific mode for that card. After selecting the mode to be modified from the resolution mode fly-out list you will enter the 'Mode Parameters' window. The computer and mode names will be displayed along with the previously defined parameters.
  • Page 156 Appendix LBV00056; Revision C - 01/03/03...

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