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Installation and Setup Guide
020-103483-04
Christie M RGB Series

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  • Page 1 Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Christie M RGB Series...
  • Page 2 Christie's control such as maintenance of the product in proper working conditions. Performance specifications are based on information available at the time of printing. Christie makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Leveling the projector..........25 Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev.
  • Page 4 Connecting Christie Link video source........
  • Page 5 Environmental........... . 75 Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The illustrations in this document are for representation only and may not depict your projector model exactly. Only Christie qualified technicians who are knowledgeable about the hazards associated with laser use, high-voltage, and the high temperatures generated by the projector lasers are authorized to assemble, install, and service the projector.

  • Page 7: Model Names

    Read all safety and warning guidelines before installing or operating the projector. This projector must be operated in an environment that meets the operating range specification. Use only the attachments and/or accessories recommended by Christie. Use of others may result in the risk of fire, shock, or personal injury.

  • Page 8: Installation Safety And Warning Guidelines

    • ELECTRICAL and BURN HAZARD! Use caution when accessing internal components. • Only Christie qualified technicians are authorized to use the tools provided in the toolbox. AC power precautions Read all safety and warning guidelines before connecting to AC power.

  • Page 9: Laser Safety Precautions

    Possible hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product. (Risk group 3) • Only Christie qualified technicians who are knowledgeable about the hazards associated with laser use, high-voltage, and high temperatures generated by the product are authorized to assemble, install, and service the Christie Laser Projection System.
  • Page 10 E—Represents the top view of the projector. • F—Represents the side view of the projector. The following provides the hazard distance for the Christie projector lens with the zoom adjusted to its most hazardous position. Projection Lens Christie M RGB Series...
  • Page 11 • Temporary show installations containing Risk Group 3 laser-illuminated projectors may be installed by Christie or sold or leased only to valid laser light show variance holders (laser light show manufacturers) for image projection applications. Such manufacturers may currently hold a valid variance for production of Class IIIb and IV laser light shows and/or for incorporation of the Risk Group 3 laser-illuminated projectors into their shows.

  • Page 12: Product Labels

    Learn about the labels that may be used on the product. Labels on your product may be yellow or black and white. General hazards Hazard warnings also apply to accessories once they are installed in a Christie product that is connected to power. Fire and Shock Hazard To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
  • Page 13 Cut hazard. To avoid personal injury, keep hands clear or wear protective gloves. Notice. If not avoided, the following could result in property damage. General hazard. Not for household use. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 14: Mandatory Action

    Indicates Class 4 laser radiation when open. Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation. Indicates Class 4 laser radiation when open. Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 15: Additional Safety Hazards

    Christie M RGB Series is a professional quality, easy-to-use 3DLP RGB laser projector. The medium- brightness Christie M RGB Series is designed to meet the special demands found in large venues, live ™ events, and high-usage environments. With reliable Christie RealLaser illumination integrated in a ™...

  • Page 16: Key Features

    1.1:1 HD/UHD ILS1 118-100117-XX — Zoom high brightness 0.8-1.16:1 HD/UHD ILS1 118-130105-XX — 1.16-1.49:1 HD/UHD ILS1 118-100111-XX — Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 17 250V/15A C13L 3.1M black cord—North America 108-586100-XX 250V/10A C13L cord—South Africa 108-592107-XX 250V/10A C13L 3.1M black cord—United Kingdom 108-589103-XX Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 18: Technical Support

    156-101103-XX Driver set 003-007010-XX Rigging frame 118-100107-XX Technical support Technical support for Christie Enterprise products is available at: • North and South America: +1-800-221-8025 or Support.Americas@christiedigital.com • Europe, Middle East, and Africa: +44 (0) 1189 778111 or Support.EMEA@christiedigital.com • Asia Pacific (support.apac@christiedigital.com): •...

  • Page 19: Installation And Setup

    Installation and setup Learn how to install, connect, and optimize the projector display. Site requirements To safely install and operate the Christie M RGB Series projectors, the installation location must meet these minimum requirements. Physical operating environment • Ambient temperature (operating) 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) up to 457.2 meters (1500 feet) •...

  • Page 20: Power Requirements

    Installation and setup Power requirements Learn the power requirements for Christie M RGB Series. Parameter Requirement Rated voltage 100-120 VAC single phase 200-240 VAC single phase Rated current 12 A at 100-120 VAC 9 A at 200 to 240 VAC...

  • Page 21: Display Panel Components

    Provides access to the list of test patterns. Input Displays the signal for the currently selected input. Provides access to the list of input signals. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 22: Ir/Wired Remote Keypad

    One of the two IR sensors on the projector detect the signal and relay the commands for internal processing. The remote also offers a connector for wired connections to the projector. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...
  • Page 23 Male 3-pin XLR connector for wired option. Lock/unlock the keypad. Battery door. Related information Enabling the wired remote keypad (on page 68) Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 24: Required Tools

    Position the projector so it is centered and parallel with the screen. If space is limited, aim the projector slightly off-center and use lens offset to center the image on the screen. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 25: Projector Sides

    To adjust the vertical position of the projector, extend or retract the adjustable feet on the bottom of the projector using the adjustable knobs on the feet. Christie recommends adjusting the feet from the side or rear of the projector and not the front to avoid exposure to the output light.

  • Page 26: Installing A Projection Lens

    3. Ensure the two security screws (A in the image in step 4) are removed. 4. Rotate the lens clamp (B in the image below) to the open position. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 27: Calibrating The Lens Motor

    • Inability to use the full range of the lens motors. • Lens motors traveling outside of the pre-defined keep-out area. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 28: Removing The Projection Lens

    3. Slide the lens straight out of the projector. If the lens does not slide out easily, reset the lens offset before removing the lens. 4. Attach the lens cap to avoid damage. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 29: Turning On The Projector

    Warning during Projector is in a cool down state. Light source is off. cool down Video electronics and light source are cooling Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 30: Projector Led Shutter Indicators

    1. Ensure the projector is positioned in the throw distance range for the particular lens. 2. Display a test pattern. 3. Do a quick preliminary focus and (if available) zoom adjustment with the primary lens. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 31: Adjusting Offset

    2. Scroll through the list of test patterns. 3. Select the required test pattern. 4. To confirm your selection, select Enter. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Boresight

    3. Open the shutter. 4. From the Test Pattern menu, select the Boresight test pattern. The Boresight test pattern assists with adjusting the boresight for the three focus points. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...
  • Page 33 When locking the screws, start with the bottom stabilization screw and turn it so it just touches the base. Repeat for the other two stabilization screws. Continue to adjust the locking screws until they are tight. 11. Open the shutter. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Fold Mirror

    4. Slide the top cover forward to release it and remove the cover. 5. To make horizontal adjustments, adjust the 2.5 mm hex screw labeled H FOLD (A in the image below). Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 35: Optimizing The Integrator Focus

    3. Loosen the six screws securing the top cover. Two screws are located at the front of the projector and four screws are located at the rear of the projector. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 36: Adjusting Dmd Convergence

    Adjusting the convergence is accomplished by aligning a red, green and blue sprite, which is displayed at the four corners of the displayed image. For electronic convergence all three colors can be adjusted. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...
  • Page 37 Electronically adjusting convergence with the remote Use the electronic convergence feature with the remote to adjust convergence. If warping with Christie Twist or Mystique, ensure the warp files are disabled before entering the electronic convergence feature. When using the remote to do electronic convergence, the following functionality is not available: •...
  • Page 38 Right arrows to adjust horizontally on the y-axis. To change the step size for the adjustment, on the remote select 7 (decrease) or 9 (increase). The default is 1/8th of a pixel. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...
  • Page 39 For an overview of the DMD convergence adjustment process, refer to Adjusting DMD convergence (on page 36). • If warping with Christie Twist or Mystique, ensure the warp files are disabled before entering the electronic convergence feature. • Christie recommends using the remote to adjust convergence.
  • Page 40 Reset to—Reset to the last saved e-convergence settings or to the factory defaults. 15. Select OK. 16. When complete, clear the Enable E-Convergence Adjustment checkbox. This turns off the Convergence test pattern. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 41: Aligning The Image With Lens Zoom And Focus

    The system optimizes the active signal and displays a progress message on screen. Completing the installation checklist Complete the provided installation checklist (P/N: 020-103137-XX) and return it to Christie. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 42: Connecting Devices And Establishing Communication

    To enable the SDVoE option, plug in the SDVoE source into the Video Input panel and from the Input Configuration menu select Main Menu > Configuration > Input Settings > Video Input configuration > SDVoE. To return to the default configuration, select Default. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 43: Connecting An Hdmi Video Source

    One-Port Enables connection of one HDMI cable. Supports both 2D and 3D frame-packed, top and bottom. In this configuration, the HDMI input supplies the entire video raster. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 44: Hdmi Video Formats

    — 50, 60 4:4:4 /4:2:2 1920x1080i 1920 1080 25, 30 Y'C' /RGB/ 8/10/12bpc 1920x1080 4:4:4 interlaced /4:2:2 Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 45 24, 25, 30, 60 Y'C' /RGB/ 8/10/12bpc 4:4:4/4:2:2 2048x1080 2048 1080 24, 25, 30, 60 Y'C' /RGB/4:4:4 8/10/12bpc Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 46: Connecting 12G, 6G, 3G, Or Hd Sdi Video Source

    Y'C' /4:2:2 10bpc SD interlaced component at 270Mb/s (ST 259 level C) Interlaced (60 Hz field rate) Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 47 24, 25, 30 Y'C' /RGB/ 12bpc HD 1080p 4:4:4(4) Y'C' /RGB component at 3.0Gb/s (ST 425-1) level A Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 48 24, 25, 30 Y'C' 12bpc 2160p Y'C' 4:2:2(4) component at 12.0Gb/s (ST 2082-10) mode 1 structure 4 Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 49 (ST 425-1) level A 1920x1080 1920 1080 24, 25, 30 Y'C' /RGB/ 12bpc HD 1080p 4:4:4(4) Y'C' /RGB Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 50 24, 25, 30 Y'C' /RGB/ 10bpc 2160p 4:4:4(4) Y'C' /RGB component at 12.0Gb/s (ST 2082-10) mode 1 structure 2 Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 51 4 3840x2160 3840 2160 48, 50, 60 /RGB/ 10bpc Y'C' /RGB 4:4:4(4) component at quad-link 6Gb/s Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 52 3Gb/s (ST 425-5) annex B square division of 2160-image formats, B.1 level A mapping Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 53 6Gb/s (ST 2081) mode 2 structure II Where each SDI Input corresponds to one of the following input signal formats. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 54: Connecting A Displayport Video Source

    Each DisplayPort input supplies one of two columns of a 4K input image. One-Port, Dual-Input 3D May be used for Dual-Input 3D configurations. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 55: Displayport Video Formats

    The following one-port, dual-input 3D DisplayPort 1.2 image formats are supported where the indicated frame rate is per eye. Dual-input 3D is a fixed configuration where DisplayPort 1 = left eye input and DisplayPort 2 = right eye input. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...
  • Page 56 For 4096x2160: DP 1 = 2048 x 2160 (left side[pixels 0 - 2047]) and DP 2 = 2048 x 2160 (right side [pixels 2048 - 4095]) Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 57: Connecting Christie Link Video Source

    Christie Link video loop-out enables signals received on the Christie Link input (labeled Christie Link 1 on the Video Input panel) to be passed through to the Christie Link output (labeled Christie Link 2 on the Video Input panel). The loop through connection is automatically established whenever active Christie Link QSFP modules are plugged into the respective connectors on the projector's Video Input panel.

  • Page 58: Christie Link Video Formats

    /RGB/ 8/10/12bpc 12bpc is only 4:4:4 applicable to Y'C' /4:2:2 Y'C' /4:2:2 One-port 2D PC The following 2D PC image formats are supported by the Christie Link input. Format Cables Hres Vres Frame rate Sampling Bit-depth (Hz) PC 1280x800 1280...
  • Page 59 1200 8bpc 1920x1200 1920 1200 8bpc One-port 3D The following one-port 3D HDMI 2.0 image formats are supported by the Christie Link 4K input where the specified frame rate below is per eye. Format Cables Hres Vres Frame Rate Sampling...

  • Page 60: Connecting An Sdvoe Video Source

    Column mode Connecting an SDVoE video source For the projector to accept digital video data from a Christie Terra Transmitter, plug the SDVoE source directly into the SFP+ connector on the Video Input panel. After plugging the SDVoE source into the Video Input panel, the video source must be selected from the Input Configuration menu by selecting Main Menu >...

  • Page 61: Sdvoe Video Formats

    The input configuration listed below is supported. Input configuration Description One-Port Enables 2D or 3D connection from an SDVOE source (such as the Christie Terra Transmitter). SDVoE video formats The following image formats are supported by the SDVoE input. One-port 2D The following 2D image formats are supported by the SDVoE input.

  • Page 62: Connecting An Hdbaset Video Source

    HDBaseT video formats The following image formats are supported by the HDBaseT inputs. HDBaseT 2D The following 2D HDBaseT image formats are supported. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 63: Connecting To A Computer With Usb

    (5 Gb/s) and power over USB (2 A @ 5 VDC). Intended for data ingest using USB flash drives for the purposes of upgrading, profile management, and interrogator retrieval. This port can be connected to a Christie-recommended WiFi USB device to provide wireless Ethernet control.

  • Page 64: Connecting To A Computer Or Server With 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet

    10/100/1000 base-T Ethernet Communicate with a remote computer, server, or an existing network using a RJ-45 cable. The port located on the Video Input panel uses Christie-proprietary protocol or Art-Net control protocol and is intended for Christie accessories or automation controllers only.
  • Page 65 There are 512 channels per universe. Christie M RGB Series specifies 24 channels. Christie M RGB Series has multiple methods of being controlled in addition to Art-Net. If a setting is changed through another interface, the DMX controller can re-assert control by changing the value on the appropriate DMX channel.
  • Page 66 250 = 2.5 seconds and close with a fading effect. 15 to 24 Reserved Reserved for future use. — — Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 67: Configuring The 3D Sync In/3D Sync Out Interface

    The 3D sync input and output interface connector is a micro 75 ohm BNC connector. Configuring the RS232 port Configure the RS232 port to send Christie serial commands using a standard RS232 serial cable. For more information, on the serial commands, see the Christie TruLife+ Serial Commands Guide (P/N: 020-103316-XX) .

  • Page 68: Gpio Connector

    Enabling the wired remote keypad The wired remote keypad interface supports the NEC IR communication protocol. 1. Connect the remote cable in the Wired keypad port on the Video Input panel. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 69: Selecting A Port Configuration

    When SDVoE is selected (Main Menu > Configuration > Input Settings > Video Input configuration > SDVoE), the one-port configuration is selected. 4. To return to the Input screen, select the left arrow. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 70: Selecting A Video Source

    Four-port quadrants—SDI • One-port dual-input 3D (3D license-specific)—SDI, DisplayPort, Christie Link When SDVoE is selected, the HDMI, SDVoE, Christie Link, and HDBaseT inputs are supported for the one-port configuration. 3. To select the input, select Enter. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev.

  • Page 71: 3D Setup

    3D source material. Hardware requirements Understand the hardware requirements for stereo 3D applications. • Christie M RGB Series projector with a Mirage license • 3D stereo sync cable for direct-input 3D (and frame doubled) • A source, usually a computer with a 3D graphics card(s) •...

  • Page 72: 3D System Timing

    Off—Disable the 3D operation. • Auto Detect—Automatically determine which 3D mode to use based on auxiliary video data, for example, HDMI info frame. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 73: Confirming The Emitter Setup

    The 3D Sync Input is not required for Dual-Input 3D. The 3D Sync Output is available for control of an IR Emitter for active glasses or a polarization device for passive glasses. Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright ©...

  • Page 74: Regulatory

    CISPR 32/EN 55032, Class A – Electromagnetic Compatibility of Multimedia Equipment – Emission Requirements • IEC 61000-3-2/EN61000-3-2 - Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 75: Immunity

    • EU Directive (94/62/EC) on packaging and packaging waste • China packaging recycling mark standard (GB18455-2001) Christie M RGB Series Installation and Setup Guide 020-103483-04 Rev. 1 (04-2022) Copyright © 2022 Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. All rights reserved.

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