Connecting To A Computer Or Server; Configuring The Rs232 Port; Setting Up The Ethernet - Christie Roadie D4K40-RGB Installation And Setup Manual

3. To select the input, select Enter.

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 the Christie proprietary protocol and is intended
for Christie accessories or automation controllers only.
For more information, on the serial commands, see the D4K40-RGB Serial Commands Guide (P/N:
020-102972-XX) .
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.
For more information, on the serial commands, see the D4K40-RGB Serial Commands Guide (P/N:
020-102972-XX) .
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.
5. Select the type network routing appropriate for your projector and select Enter.

Setting up the Ethernet

Ethernet is set up to obtain an IP address automatically if a DHCP server is on the network, modify IP
settings, or manually enter an address.
Christie recommends using the Ethernet port on the IMXB as the HDBaseT port is limited to 100 Mb/s.
You cannot change the IP settings using the web interface.
1. From the display panel, use the arrow keys to select IP Settings.
2. To set the type of network, select DHCP or Static.
3. If you selected Static, manually enter the network information for the IP Address, Subnet,
and Gateway.
4. Select Apply and select Enter.
5. Select MENU > Communications > Network Settings.
6. Select Device name.
D4K40-RGB Installation and Setup Guide
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