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U s e r M a n u a l
020-100575-03

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  • Page 1 Mirage M Series U s e r M a n u a l 020-100575-03...
  • Page 3 Mirage M Series U s e r M a n u a l 020-100575-03...
  • Page 4 Projector lamps (See the separate Christie lamp program policy). c. Damage caused by use of a projector lamp beyond the recommended lamp life, or use of a lamp supplied by a supplier other than Christie. d. Problems caused by combination of the product with non-Christie equipment, such as distribution systems, cameras, video tape recorders, etc., or use of the product with any non-Christie interface device.
  • Page 5 Addendum The CD included with this printed manual contains an electronic copy in English. Please read all instructions before using or servicing this product. Le DC fourni avec ce manuel imprimé contient une copie électronique en français. S'il vous plaît lire toutes les instructions avant d'utiliser ou de réparer ce produit.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1: Introduction 1.1 Labels and Marking ........................1-1 1.1.1 Typographical Notations......................1-1 1.2 Purchase Record and Service Contacts ..................1-2 1.3 Projector Overview........................1-2 1.3.1 How the Projector Works ....................1-2 1.3.2 User Interface Overview ......................1-3 1.3.3 List of Components......................1-3 1.3.4 Key Features ........................1-3 1.4 Safety Warnings and Guidelines ....................1-4 1.4.1 General Precautions ......................1-4 1.4.2 AC/Power Precautions......................1-5...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents 2.7 Advanced Optical Alignment ..................... 2-17 2.8 Power Down..........................2-19 2.8.1 Remote Keypad/Built-In Keypad..................2-19 2.8.2 Web User Interface (UI)...................... 2-19 2.9 Connect Communications......................2-20 2.9.1 Remote Keypads ......................... 2-20 2.9.2 Serial Port Connections....................... 2-20 2.9.3 Connect RS-232 ........................2-20 2.9.4 Connect RS-422 ........................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents 3.4 Adjusting the Image........................3-18 3.5 Size and Position Menu .......................3-19 3.5.1 Resize Presets ........................3-19 3.5.2 Size............................3-21 3.5.3 Vertical Stretch ........................3-21 3.5.4 Pixel Track ...........................3-21 3.5.5 Pixel Phase...........................3-21 3.5.6 H-Position ..........................3-21 3.5.7 V-Position ..........................3-21 3.5.8 Keep Aspect On Auto Setup ....................3-22 3.5.9 Blanking - Submenu ......................3-22 3.6 Image Settings Menu ........................3-23 3.6.1 Contrast..........................3-23...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents 3.7.22 Diagnostics And Calibration - Submenu ................3-50 3.7.23 Option Card Settings - Submenu ..................3-51 3.7.24 Dynamic Iris - Submenu ....................3-51 3.8 Lamp Menu..........................3-51 3.8.1 Lamp Operation ........................3-51 3.8.2 Lamp Mode ......................... 3-52 3.8.3 Power ..........................
  • Page 11 Table of Contents 4.2.1 Help Text ..........................4-2 4.2.2 Basic Operation........................4-3 4.2.3 Main Tabbed Page - General ....................4-3 4.2.4 Main Tabbed Page - Status ....................4-3 4.2.5 Main Tabbed Page - Lens ....................4-4 4.2.6 Tools Tabbed Page - Virtual OSD ..................4-4 4.2.7 Admin Tabbed Page - System .....................4-6 4.2.8 Admin Tabbed Page - Users ....................4-8 4.2.9 Advanced Tabbed Page - RTE.....................4-9 5: Maintenance...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents 6.7.10 Display Quality Appears to Drift from Good to Bad, Bad to Good ......... 6-4 6.7.11 Display Suddenly Freezes ....................6-4 6.7.12 Colors in the Display are Inaccurate ................. 6-5 6.7.13 Display is Not Rectangular ....................6-5 6.7.14 Display is “Noisy”...
  • Page 13 Table of Contents 7.5 Control Signal Compatibility ......................7-9 7.5.1 Projector Control........................7-9 7.5.2 Control Receiver ........................7-10 7.5.3 RS-232 ..........................7-10 7.5.4 RS-422 ..........................7-10 7.5.5 Ethernet ..........................7-10 7.5.6 GPIO ............................7-10 7.5.7 Built-In Keypad and Display ....................7-10 7.5.8 AMX/Crestron Support......................7-10 7.6 Power Requirements........................7-11 7.6.1 Lamp Specification ......................7-11 7.7 Physical Specifications ........................7-12 7.7.1 Size............................7-12 7.7.2 Adjustment...........................7-12...

  • Page 15: Labels And Marking

    1) assemble/install the projector and 2) perform service functions inside the projector. DISCLAIMER: Christie Digital Systems assumes no responsibility for omissions or inaccuracies. Updates to this document are published regularly, as required. Please contact Christie Digital Systems for availability. Labels and Marking Observe and follow any warnings and instructions marked on the projector.

  • Page 16: Purchase Record And Service Contacts

    Section 1: Introduction Purchase Record and Service Contacts Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired, Christie’s highly trained and extensive factory and dealer service network is always available to quickly diagnose and correct projector malfunctions. Complete service manuals and updates are available for all projectors. Should a problem be encountered with any part of the projector, contact your dealer.

  • Page 17: User Interface Overview

    OSD display, and provide a quickly accessible interface to view error reporting. The functions on the OSD can also be controlled using the Christie Serial Protocol, via a serial or Ethernet connection to the projector. The Web interface provides access to the menu system as a Virtual OSD (On-screen display) and to features that maintain the software and settings.

  • Page 18: Safety Warnings And Guidelines

    Position all cables where they cannot contact hot surfaces or be pulled or tripped over. All installation and maintenance procedures must be performed by a Christie accredited service technician. Projector must be operated in an environment that meets operating Section 7 Specifications.

  • Page 19: Ac/Power Precautions

    Section 1: Introduction 1.4.2 AC/Power Precautions Use only the AC power cord supplied. Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified voltage and power range. See Section 7 Specifications the license label on the back of the projector or for rated voltage and power.

  • Page 21: 2: Installation And Setup

    2 Installation and Setup This section explains how to install, connect and optimize the projector for delivery of superior image quality. Illustrations are graphical representations only and are provided to enhance the understanding of the written material. Projector Quick Setup and Installation The following instructions are for those preferring a quick setup.
  • Page 22 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2. Align the lens interface plate with the lens mount. Align the lens electrical connector with the mating connector on the lens mount. Fully insert the assembly straight into the lens mount opening without turning. Press using your hand as shown. NOTE: When installing the lens, ensure that the lens is not inserted at an angle, as this can cause damage.

  • Page 23: Position The Projector

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.1.2 Position the Projector 2 people are required to safely lift and install the projector. Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface and position it so that it is perpendicular to the screen at a suitable distance.

  • Page 24: Connect The Line Cord

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.1.4 Connect the Line Cord IMPORTANT!Use the line cord provided with the projector, or ensure you are using a line cord, power plug and socket that meet the appropriate rating standards. Voltage and current requirements are listed on the license label, located at the back of the projector.

  • Page 25: About The Projector

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.2.1 About the Projector Built-In Keypad The built-in keypad is located on the side of the projector. Use it similarly to the IR remote to control the projector. An LCD display is located above the keypad for displaying projector status. AC Receptacle The AC receptacle is located above the AC receptacle at the back of the projector.
  • Page 26 Section 2: Installation and Setup Lamp Door The lamp doors are located at the side of the projector, which provides easy access to the lamp module for replacement. The lamp doors are fitted with safety interlocks which switch the lamp off when the door is opened.

  • Page 27: Installation Considerations

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.2.2 Installation Considerations Proper installation of the projector will ensure the quality of the display. Whether installing a projector temporarily or permanently, take the following into account to make sure the projector performs optimally. Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or inverted mount. Front Screen / Floor Mount Installations ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS...

  • Page 28: Rear Screen Installations

    Section 2: Installation and Setup Curved screens have a gain greater than 1.0 with a viewing angle much less than 180 degrees. This type of screen does not reflect incident light equally in all directions; instead it is concentrated in a viewing cone. The audience sitting within the viewing cone area will see a brighter image than those sitting just outside the area.

  • Page 29: Other Considerations

    IMPORTANT! Use the lens and screen size to calculate the precise throw distance using the lens throw calculator provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, or use the tables provided in 020-100221-XX. Due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length, actual throw distance can vary ±5% between lenses with the same nominal throw ratio.
  • Page 30 Section 2: Installation and Setup The vertical position of the image can be offset (that is moved above or below the optical axis) by adjusting the motorized lens mount. The amount of vertical offset available depends on the type of lens installed in the projector and can be limited if horizontal offset has been applied.
  • Page 31 Section 2: Installation and Setup The horizontal position of the image can also be offset; that is moved to the left or right of optical center, by adjusting the motorized lens mount. The amount of horizontal offset available depends on the lens installed and if the image has already been vertically offset.
  • Page 32 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-1 V IGURE ERTICAL FFSET XAMPLES 2-12 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)

  • Page 33: Mounting

    118-100108-XX. This mounting is recommended for those that want the projector out of plain view or have limited amount of space for the projector. For more information, contact your dealer. Use only the Christie approved ceiling mount kit designed for your projector. 2.4.2 Special Mounting The projector can also be rotated (front-to-back) up to 360 degrees and fixed in a rotated position without affecting performance.

  • Page 34: Stacking

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.4.3 Stacking The Mirage M Series projectors can be stacked up to a maximum of 3 projectors high using the Christie stacking frame (118-100107-XX). 1. Turn the projector OFF and disconnect the AC power cord after the cooling fans have stopped.

  • Page 35: Stacking Multiple Projectors

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.4.4 Stacking Multiple Projectors NOTE: The projectors can be stacked and hoisted in either an upright or inverted positions. 1. With one person positioned on each side of the stacking frame, lift the top stacking frame onto the bottom stacking frame, aligning all four stacking legs between the frames.

  • Page 36: Adjust Projector Height And Tilt

    Section 2: Installation and Setup Adjust Projector Height and Tilt 2.5.1 Adjust Height You can modify the height of the projector to remedy a slightly uneven mounting surface by adjusting the three feet threaded into the bottom chassis. Turn each foot clock-wise or counter-clockwise until the projector is level on all sides.

  • Page 37: Advanced Optical Alignment

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 4. Center the image on the screen: If the projector is mounted off center to the screen axis, then offset the lens as much as required. Aim the projector over slightly towards the center of the screen, but use caution when doing so, as too much tilt will cause excessive keystone distortion.
  • Page 38 Section 2: Installation and Setup 4. Use a 5 mm hex driver to loosen 3 setscrews on the lens mount as shown in Figure 2-4 Screw Locations. NOTE: The setscrews must be backed out several turns to avoid contact with the inner lens mount plate. 2-3 C 2-4 S IGURE...

  • Page 39: Power Down

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 11. Lock the setscrews, and re-check the boresight quality. Tighten the setscrew enough to ensure they will not shift. 2-5 P IGURE OSITION ETSCREW LUSH Power Down The projector can be powered down by using one of the following methods: 2.8.1 Remote Keypad/Built-In Keypad •...

  • Page 40: Connect Communications

    As an alternative to the projector keypad or remote, you may wish to communicate using a PC or other controller. Such a device sends commands and receives feedback via serial links (RS-232 and RS-422), or Ethernet communications. See the Serial Command document provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, 020-100224-XX.
  • Page 41 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.9.4 Connect RS-422 To control the projector with a computer or other controlling device with RS-422 capability, connect a RS-422 serial communication cable between the controlling device and the RS-422 port on the projector. RS-422 is better suited than RS-232, for serial communication over distances greater than 50 feet.

  • Page 42: Ethernet Communications

    2.9.5 Ethernet Communications Section 3 Operation for further information about setting up and using a projector connected via Ethernet, and the Serial Command document provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, 020-100224-XX. 2.9.6 Connect Multiple Projectors RS-232 Network: To connect multiple projectors in a network with serial communication: 1.

  • Page 43: Separate Networks

    Section 2: Installation and Setup baud rate. See Section 3 Operation for help changing the projector baud rate. To communicate to all projectors, set the Network Routing to RS-232 and RS-422 Joined. NOTES: 1) Connect only high quality, properly wired serial communication cables. 2) Each RS-232 communication cable should be no more than 50 feet in length.

  • Page 44: System Integration - Gpio Connector

    Section 2: Installation and Setup For example, you may want to use both an RS-422 compatible controller and an Ethernet connected PC for working with a network of projectors linked via their RS-232 IN/OUT ports. To isolate just RS-422 communications, select RS-232 and Ethernet Joined. Only projector 1 will respond to the RS-422 controller.
  • Page 45 Section 2: Installation and Setup Table 2.8 GPIO Pin GPIO PINS PIN # SIGNAL Pin 1 + 12V (200mA) Pin 2 GPIO 2 Pin 3 GPIO 4 Pin 4 GPIO 6 Pin 5 Ground Pin 6 GPIO 1 Pin 7 GPIO 3 Pin 8 GPIO 5...

  • Page 46: Projector Communications

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.10 Projector Communications 2.10.1Status LEDs Looking from the back of the projector, the LEDs represent, from left to right; Lamp 1, Lamp 2, Power, and Status. The LEDs will display the colors as shown below: PROJECTOR STATE LEDS LED STATE...

  • Page 47: Connect Sources

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.11 Connect Sources Sources are connected to the input panel located at the back of the projector. The Input Panel allows one image processor board and up to 4 input cards to be inserted. The input cards are hot swappable, meaning they may be plugged in and out while the projector is active.

  • Page 48: Analog Bnc Input Card

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.11.3Analog BNC Input Card This card accepts several types of sync modes. In 5-wire sync mode all 5 BNC connectors are used. If H and V connectors are swapped, this card will still operate normally. An analog graphic source such as a VGA from a PC can be connected.

  • Page 49: Video Decoder Input Card

    Section 2: Installation and Setup 2.11.6Video Decoder Input Card This card accepts and decodes standard definition (SD) video. This includes CVBS (composite video), S- Video, and component sources. This card supports as many as 6 video signals, four of them on BNC connectors and two on 4-pin mini-DIN connectors.

  • Page 50: Connect Tiled Projectors

    SE OF ISTRIBUTION Christie loop-through may be used to set up a tiling array (see Figure 2-7 to Figure 2-12). The system allows wiring (providing the HDCP requirement is met) when HDCP is used by the source. The cascade level of devices must be no more than 7 levels deep.
  • Page 51 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-8 1 IGURE IRING OLUTION 2-9 2 IGURE IRING OLUTION 2-10 2 IGURE THROUGH WIRING SOLUTION Mirage M Series User Manual 2-31 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)
  • Page 52 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-11 2 IGURE INGLE WIRING LOOP THROUGH NO PIP IS SUPPORTED 2-12 3 IGURE THROUGH WIRING SOLUTION 2-32 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)

  • Page 53: How To Use The Remote Keypad Or Built-In Keypad

    3 Operation This section describes the controls and switches used for basic projector operation once it is properly installed, aligned and configured by a Christie accredited service technician. 1.4 Safety Warnings and Guidelines See the Safety Warnings and Guidelines in...

  • Page 54: Remote Keypad

    Section 3: Operation 3.1.2 Remote Keypad 3-1 R IGURE EMOTE EYPAD Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)
  • Page 55 Section 3: Operation Table 3.1 Mirage M Series Key Commands KEY DOWN VALUE KEY UP VALUE - (Func) Help Gamma Contrast Brightness Channel Proj Arrow Down Arrow Left Arrow Right Arrow Up Enter Menu Exit Swap Input Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4 Power...

  • Page 56: Wired Remote

    Section 3: Operation 3.1.3 Wired Remote You can convert the remote keypad into a wired remote keypad using the cable provided with the projector. Connect one end into the remote and the other to the XLR connector on the input panel labeled as wired keypad.

  • Page 57: Remote Keypad Commands

    Section 3: Operation • Power Key: Used to switch from Standby mode to ON, and from ON to Standby mode; LED always remains Amber • Help Key: Only available in the On Screen Display (OSD) context; LED is Amber when the menu is being displayed on the projected image display;...
  • Page 58 Section 3: Operation Table 3.2 Auto Setup OPTIMIZES SETS TO DEFAULT Pixel Tracking Contrast Pixel Phase Brightness Size and Blanking Auto Input Level (off) Vertical Stretch Detail (if video source) Position Filter Input Levels Luma Delay The best auto setup will be obtained under the following conditions: •...
  • Page 59 Section 3: Operation Bright Increases or decreases the black level in the image. Use L until you reach the desired IGHT RROW level of brightness. For best results, start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become fully black (i.e., “crushed”).
  • Page 60 Section 3: Operation (open) to guarantee the correct state (useful if you are unsure of the present state). Alternatively, RROW press S to toggle from the present on/off state. HUTTER HUTTER A closed shutter blanks the display (turns it to black). Close the shutter to block the displayed image while maintaining access to projector functions.

  • Page 61: Navigating The Menus

    Section 3: Operation Exit Press E to return to the previous level, such as the previous menu. NOTE: E does not save changes within text editing boxes (including number editing of a slide bar value) or within pull-down lists. In these cases, E acts as a “cancel”.

  • Page 62: On-Line Help

    Section 3: Operation With a function menu displayed, enter a menu option number for any numbered option, or use the U to highlight the desired option and then press E . Long menus have a scroll bar on the right; RROW NTER use the arrow keys to access the remainder of the menu.
  • Page 63 Section 3: Operation Slide Bars In Menus: The current value for a given parameter, such as size or vertical stretch, appears to the left of its slide bar icon (adjustment window). This number often expresses a percentage, or it may have units associated with it (such as pixels), depending on the specific option.

  • Page 64: Edit Text

    Section 3: Operation 3.2.5 Edit Text Activate the Edit Window: To enter or edit text, highlight the desired parameter (such as a channel name) and press E to activate its adjacent edit window. Any previously entered text is displayed with its first NTER character highlighted in a square cursor, signifying that this character is ready for editing.

  • Page 65: Using Inputs And Channels

    Section 3: Operation Using Inputs and Channels The projector stores and recalls up to 99 different channels (source setups) for a variety of inputs. This memory feature allows you to define and use a variety of customized setups. Depending on what you have defined, each physical source connection (i.e., input at the projector) can have several different channels associated with it.

  • Page 66: Create A New Channel

    Section 3: Operation • If you used the source once before and changed a display parameter, such as contrast, V-Position, etc., then a channel was automatically created and still exists in projector memory (see CHANNEL below). Using one of the input or slot keys will automatically recall this channel, all its setup parameters, and update the display accordingly.

  • Page 67: Channel Setup Menu

    Section 3: Operation 3.3.4 Channel Setup Menu All available channels are listed in the Channel Setup menu, which describes how each channel can be accessed and provides access for editing, copying and deleting channels. Press M from the presentation level to display the Main menu. To display the Channel Setup menu, press 3, or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press E .
  • Page 68 Section 3: Operation To Copy A Channel: Highlight the desired channel in the Channel Setup menu, then press E to go to the NTER Select Channel Operation submenu. Select “Copy” and press E ; a new channel will be created. It is NTER identical to original, which still remains, but it is identified with the next available number from 01-99.
  • Page 69 Section 3: Operation To Edit A Channel: Press M from the presentation level to display the Main menu. To display the Channel Setup menu, press 3 or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press E . The NTER Channel Setup menu will appear.

  • Page 70: Adjusting The Image

    Section 3: Operation Adjusting the Image The most commonly used options for image adjustments are accessed through two menus: Size and Position 1) and Image Settings (M 2), both of which appear in the Main menu. From either of these two menus, you can change settings affecting the image from the current channel by working with the appropriate slide bars, check boxes and pull-down lists.

  • Page 71: Size And Position Menu

    Section 3: Operation Size and Position Menu Increase or decrease the size of your image, change its proportion (aspect ratio), move the image to a specific area of the screen, and refine other related parameters. Use Size and Position controls to match the image precisely to the screen used at the site.
  • Page 72 Section 3: Operation • No resizing displays the image in its native resolution, which may or may not match the projector’s resolution. For example, for a source with a native resolution of 800 x 600, “No Resizing” in an SXGA+ projector will use the central 800 x 600 pixels and have a black border.

  • Page 73: Size

    Section 3: Operation 3.5.2 Size Controls both the image width and height in tandem, maintaining the current aspect ratio of the displayed signal data. 3.5.3 Vertical Stretch Adjusts the height of the image while keeping the width constant. Use “Vertical Stretch” to change the aspect ratio of the display.

  • Page 74: Keep Aspect On Auto Setup

    Section 3: Operation 3.5.8 Keep Aspect On Auto Setup Ensures that auto setup for any source will maintain the input aspect ratio when the default size is calculated. If disabled and the source is not a special case video source where a default stretch is defined, the source is scaled to fit the platform.

  • Page 75: Image Settings Menu

    Section 3: Operation Image Settings Menu Use the Image Settings menu to alter your main image without affecting its size or position. Changes made are applied immediately and are saved when you exit the menu (press E ). Options not available for the projector model or source are disabled and appear dim (grey).

  • Page 76: Video Options - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation 3.6.5 Video Options - Submenu This submenu is used with video sources only. • Enable Decoder (AGC): AGC affects decoded video images only. Enter a check mark (default) in most instances. Activate the decoder’s AGC circuit to ensure properly bright images. Delete the check mark if a decoded video image exhibits strange color artifacts such as stripes in highly saturated colors, indicating an incompatibility between this source and the AGC.
  • Page 77 Section 3: Operation • Filter: The proper filter setting is automatically set for virtually all signals, and rarely needs to be changed. Override only if standard pixel tracking and phase adjustments do not adequately clear up a “noisy” video signal, or if a graphics signal appears overly “soft”. Both instances indicate that “Filter” may be set to the wrong option.

  • Page 78: Input Levels - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation 3.6.6 Input Levels - Submenu NOTES: 1) Because the projector automatically optimizes input levels for all but the most unusual of sources, it is recommended that only experienced users use the Input Levels submenu. 2) Before beginning, check that overall contrast and brightness settings are near 50 and that color temperature is properly set up on an internal gray scale test pattern.
  • Page 79 Section 3: Operation 1. Ensure overall “Contrast” and “Brightness” settings are both set to near 50. NOTE: Not required for “Auto” adjustment. = 50 (approx.) B = 50 (approx.) ONTRAST RIGHT 2. Check the color temperature setup using an internal grey scale test pattern, making sure to obtain a neutral grey scale.

  • Page 80: Advanced Image Settings - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation 6. Repeat Steps 3-5 with the two remaining primary colors. When each primary color shows one optimized black band and white (or colored) band, the input levels for this source are correctly set. Upon exiting the Input Levels menu, the Peak Detector check box will clear. 3-8 A IGURE DJUSTING...

  • Page 81: Detail Settings

    Section 3: Operation • Gamma: Select the base gamma table for a given source. Select from one of the standard tables, a custom gamma function, or select an arbitrary gamma table that has been downloaded to the projector. NOTE: A separate PC utility is needed to do this. The 2.22 curve is a power curve typically used to encode graphics and video sources, see Figure 3-9 Gamma Curve.

  • Page 82: Noise Reduction Settings

    Section 3: Operation 3.6.10Noise Reduction Settings • Noise Reduction: Selects a filter sensitivity to noise. A higher value may improve noisy sources, but it will soften the image. • Block Artifact Reduction: Locates and reduces block edges produced by discrete cosine transform (DCT) based compression processing.

  • Page 83: Dynamic Iris

    Section 3: Operation 3.6.12Dynamic Iris The Dynamic Iris adjusts the aperture to allow more or less light through. This will allow for deeper blacks in dark scenes. NOTE: Dynamic Iris is only applicable on 200W and 350W models. • Enabled: Enable either Manual or Per Channel operation of the Dynamic Iris. If set to Manual, set the Dynamic Iris Position control to set the Dynamic Iris to a fixed position, as a percentage of fully open.

  • Page 84: Configuration - Adjust System Parameters And Advanced Controls

    Section 3: Operation amount of detail reduction depends on the average level of brightness in the scene, and the setting of this control. The brighter the scene the less impact this control will have. It is often best to adjust the sensitivity and white compression together to find the optimal settings.

  • Page 85: Lens Settings - Submenu

    • Fade To Black Time: This control sets the amount of time (in seconds) that it takes to fade the image to/ from black. NOTE: The OSD only allows the fade time to be set. To initiate a Fade to Black, the Christie Serial command should be used.

  • Page 86: Date And Time - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation • Auto Shutdown Enable: When Auto Shutdown Mode has been selected, and no projector activity has been seen for the activation time-out period, the projector will enter a power saving mode in which the lamps will dim and the shutter will close. If this condition persists for an additional time-out period, the projector will automatically go to Standby mode.

  • Page 87: Communications - Submenu

    • Start-up And No Signal – A splash screen appears at start-up and at any time when there is no signal. To add your own splash screen in addition to the default “Christie logo” splash screen, use the Web UI to download the desired bitmap (.bmp) file to the projector.

  • Page 88: Ethernet Settings - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation • Network Routing: NOTE: Not applicable for stand-alone projectors or simple serial networks with only one type of controller and linking. 3-10 N IGURE ETWORK OUTING • Separate - Select “Separate” (factory default) to keep RS-232, RS-422 and Ethernet messages on their respective paths instead of being broadcast to the other types of ports, see Section 2 Installation and Setup.

  • Page 89: Dmx / Artnet - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation 3.7.10DMX / ArtNET - Submenu The projector supports the DMX512 protocol through both the DMXC option card and through the ArtNET communications via the Ethernet connector. Both input methods share the same feature list, and can share the same configuration methods as follows: •...

  • Page 90: Snmp - Submenu

    DMX input. • Host Name: This will be used to respond to ArtNET polling queries. “Christie” will be the short name, “Christie_HostName” will be our long name. By default the host name is composed from the projector name and serial number.
  • Page 91 Section 3: Operation Items Operators are able to request the following status items directly (for quick reference): • Main software version • Global alarm status • Lamp 1 life (just “Lamp Life” if there is no second lamp) • Lamp 2 life (if applicable) •...

  • Page 92: Geometry And Color - Submenu

    The resulting email will be in the following format: From: <from@email.com> To: <to@email.com> Subject: Christie Mirage M Series Projector SNMP Notification Message: Projector Name: <projector name> Location: <SNMP location> IP Address: <IP address>...
  • Page 93 Section 3: Operation top and bottom borders of the image are unequal in length, and both sides of the image are inclined toward the top or bottom edge. Horizontal keystone is used to correct a keystoned image shape in which the left and right borders of the image are unequal in length, and the top and bottom are slanted to one of the sides.
  • Page 94 Section 3: Operation 10. Repeat Steps 6 to 9 to adjust all 4 corners until they match the screen. 11. Select OK to apply the new corner positions to the image. NOTE: A message will be displayed for approximately 10 seconds indicating that the projector is “Processing request”.
  • Page 95 Section 3: Operation IMPORTANT! Before you begin, read through the entire procedure before attempting to adjust Brightness Uniformity controls, and keep in mind the following checklist of prerequisites and guidelines:  Adjust Colors First Always adjust the primary colors as described in 3.11.1 Match Colors in Multiple Screens procedure, before attempting to work with Brightness Uniformity.
  • Page 96 Section 3: Operation d. In either Color Adjustments menu, select a “User” color. Then: • If you have created a “User 1” color gamut (recommended) for a well-matched wall, continue to Step 1e. • If you prefer maximum brightness rather than a particular color temperature, select Max Drives. IMPORTANT! Do not change User 1 Color Adjustment in color-matched applications.

  • Page 97: Edge Blending - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation 3.7.15Edge Blending - Submenu The Edge Blending submenu provides a range of controls for smoothing together the overlapping bright edges of multiple adjacent projected images to create a single larger “seamless” image. These controls, which primarily affect white levels, are typically used in conjunction with mechanical lens blinders (optional), which are installed on the front of the projector and which primarily affect black levels.

  • Page 98: Advanced Edge Blending - Submenu

    Toggle the Show Blending Overlap off to reactivate the blend effect. NOTE: Blending Overlap appears as Reserved when Christie TWIST is installed. Other Functions For convenience, the Edge Blending submenu also includes related options for enabling a specific color and/or test pattern, or for working with colors or the lamp.

  • Page 99: Color Adjustments By X/Y - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation 5. Re-adjust width (both projectors) until the overly bright band at the midpoint of the overlapping blends disappears or just changes to very light grey. For the shared edge, use the same Blend Width setting on each projector. NOTE: If the best blend appears to be between two settings, choose the wider setting for both projectors.

  • Page 100: Color Saturation - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation Use this submenu to create, alter or copy a color gamut (i.e., “color adjustment”). Controls in this menu define the precise hue of each primary color component (red, green, blue, and white) used to generate the millions of colors produced in displays.

  • Page 101: Default Color Adjustments And Default Color Adjustment With Ynf

    Section 3: Operation Black Level Blending Procedure NOTES: 1) Adjust white levels before adjusting black levels. 2) The zones in BLB menu correspond to the Edge Blend zones. 1. Start with two projectors. Select the black test pattern for both projectors from the Geometry and Color submenu.

  • Page 102: Diagnostics And Calibration - Submenu

    NOTES: 1) When the FUNC+HELP key combination is pressed, the tiling settings will be cleared. 2) Tiled warps/keystones can be enabled through Christie TWIST 1.6; See the Christie TWIST User Manual. 3.7.22Diagnostics And Calibration - Submenu • Test Pattern: Choose the desired internal test pattern to display, or select OFF to turn off a test pattern.

  • Page 103: Option Card Settings - Submenu

    Section 3: Operation 3. Adjust Offsets to minimize area of black stripe. 4. Set Level Detector Threshold to near white (such as 800). 5. Adjust Gains to minimize area of white stripe. • Level Detector Threshold: Input Level Value defines the value to be used by the Input Level Detector in recognizing blacks and whites.

  • Page 104: Lamp Mode

    Section 3: Operation 3.8.2 Lamp Mode Select between one of the three different lamp modes: • Maximum Brightness mode sets the lamp to run at its highest power level. • Constant Intensity mode maintains a specific brightness level over time. The brightness level can be adjusted via the Intensity control (see below).

  • Page 105: Warn When Lamp Reaches (Hours)

    Section 3: Operation 3.8.8 Warn When Lamp Reaches (Hours) This control causes the projector to present a warning message when the lamp has a recorded ON time that exceeds the specified number of hours. The warning will be displayed via the status page for each lamp, where applicable.

  • Page 106: Swap Main And Pip Inputs

    Section 3: Operation 3.9.3 Swap Main and PIP Inputs Toggle the current PIP relationship so that the primary (main) image becomes secondary (PIP), and the secondary image becomes primary. Swapping is available only when PIP is enabled. NOTE: You may experience a slight delay when swapping the Primary and Secondary images. 3.9.4 PIP Enable Short cut: Press PIP on the remote if menu not present.

  • Page 107: Frame Locking

    Section 3: Operation 3.9.9 Frame Locking When the selection is set to Frame Lock, output image frames are locked to the input. When locked, the output is always locked to the primary input, never the secondary image. Select Free Run and this will set the output to close at 60Hz for all sources.

  • Page 108: Using Multiple Projectors

    Section 3: Operation 3.11 Using Multiple Projectors IMPORTANT! When working with more than two projectors, work left to right, top to bottom. When an installation requires multiple projectors, use the RS-232 serial ports to daisy chain the units together and control the group with a single keypad or a computer/controller connected to the first projector. In such a network, you can choose to broadcast commands to the entire group, or use the P key as desired to limit responses to an individual projector.
  • Page 109 Section 3: Operation 3. Use the same lamp mode for all projectors, and do the following: • Set Select Color Adjustment to Max Drives • Display a full white test pattern • Adjust lamp power and Optical Aperture until adjacent white fields appear the same brightness. •...

  • Page 110: Match Colors In Multiple Screens

    Section 3: Operation 5. In each projector, judge by eye and adjust x/y coordinates slightly in the following manner: • To match reds, decrease “Red X” until full field red screens match. • To match greens, decrease “Green Y” until full field green screens match.

  • Page 111: Remote Control Of The Projector

    • Via ASCII Messaging: Connect a serial link between your controller and the RS-232 or RS-422 port (recommended), or open an Ethernet socket (i.e., Telnet) between your controller and the valid projector address. Valid ASCII codes and messages are documented in the Christie Serial Communications document available at the Christie website.

  • Page 112: Requirements

    • Christie 3D version of Mirage M Series projector. • Christie 3D Stereo Sync Cable (required for 3D Mirage M Series models; ensures minimum frame delay). This General Purpose Input Output (GPIO) cable is standard with all Mirage M Series projectors.

  • Page 113: Connecting The 3D Stereo Sync Cable

    Section 3: Operation 3.14.2Connecting the 3D Stereo Sync Cable This GPIO cable provides the means for synchronizing the various components in your 3D system. Your source, projector display output, and emitters or 3D passive filter system can then operate together with precision to minimize cross-talk and color artifacts.

  • Page 114: Active And Passive Stereo 3D Configurations

    Section 3: Operation 3.14.3Active and Passive Stereo 3D Configurations Typical hardware configurations for active and passive Stereo 3D systems are shown below. 3-13 - M 3D C IGURE IRAGE ERIES YPICAL TEREO ONFIGURATION CTIVE LASSES 3-14 - M 3D C IGURE IRAGE ERIES...

  • Page 115: Settings

    Section 3: Operation IR Emitter/3D Passive Filter System: In response to an incoming sync signal, the emitter emits L/R infrared signals to a receiver in active 3D shutter glasses, causing the L/R shutters to alternately open and close for active stereo 3D applications. Likewise, a 3D passive filter system placed in front of the lens responds to an incoming sync signal and alternately polarizes the L/R frames viewed with passive glasses for active stereo 3D applications.
  • Page 116 Section 3: Operation 3D Mode: Select the mode of your 3D operation. • Off: 3D operation is disabled. • Native: All content is shown at a native frame rate of 96 - 120 Hz input and output. • Frame Doubled 3D: 3D Content from a single 48-60Hz signal (24/30Hz per eye) are displayed twice to provide a 3D content to be viewed at 96-120Hz.
  • Page 117 Section 3: Operation Frame Locking: Enable or disable Frame Lock. When set to Frame Lock, if possible output image frames are locked to the input. When Locked, the output is always locked to the primary input and never the secondary image, when using Dual input 3D.
  • Page 118 Section 3: Operation 8. Repeat the same procedure to all projectors except the last projector in the array. Route the Sync output from the 3D dongle to the emitter. NOTE: For the last projector, route the sync input. 9. If your emitter has a reverse setting ensure it is set to the Off position. 10.

  • Page 119: Example Of 3D Multiple Display Setup

    Section 3: Operation 3-15 E 3D M IGURE XAMPLE OF ULTIPLE ISPLAY ETUP Mirage M Series User Manual 3-67 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)

  • Page 121: 4: Web User Interface

    4 Web User Interface Logging On IMPORTANT!Before logging on to the system, ensure that you select the appropriate language required. Your language selection only affects the web user interface. The language used by the projector’s on-screen display (OSD) is not affected. 1.

  • Page 122: Navigate The Web User Interface

    Section 4: Web User Interface The following table describes each area found in the Main window. Secondary Tabs (specific to a Active Input Window section is These sections provide drop- primary tab) located along the read-only. down list selections (see Section bottom of the Main window.

  • Page 123: Basic Operation

    Section 4: Web User Interface 4.2.2 Basic Operation This section discusses the primary tabs located along the top of the application window. Each primary tab also has related secondary tabs which are located along the bottom of each tabbed page as follows: PRIMARY TAB SECONDARY TABS Main...

  • Page 124: Main Tabbed Page - Lens

    Section 4: Web User Interface 4.2.5 Main Tabbed Page - Lens Under the Main tabbed page, select the Lens secondary tab to define your adjustment settings for the lens. For detailed information, see Section 3 Operation. 4.2.6 Tools Tabbed Page - Virtual OSD Under the Tools tabbed page, select the Virtual OSD secondary tab to access to the virtual OSD page.
  • Page 125 Section 4: Web User Interface Virtual OSD Menu By selecting an option from a menu, its associated window appears, showing related information and input fields. To return to the previous menu, click the menu title bar (see Figure 4-1). To return to a previous menu, click on the current menu’s title bar or press ESC.

  • Page 126: Admin Tabbed Page - System

    Section 4: Web User Interface Selecting a Option From a Drop-Down List 1. Click the option drop-down arrow to open the drop-down list. 2. Locate and select the desired option. 4-3 T IGURE YPES OF LEMENTS Selecting or Clearing a Check box To select or clear a check box, click the check box with your mouse pointer.
  • Page 127 Section 4: Web User Interface The following table describes each area found in the Admin window. Restore section allows you to Backup section allows you to Upload section allows you to select the file and file type that select the file and file type that select the file and file type that you wish to restore.

  • Page 128: Admin Tabbed Page - Users

    Section 4: Web User Interface Create a Backup File 1. Select a file type (All, Preferences, Configuration, Channels, or Users) from the Backup drop-down list. 2. Click Backup to initiate the download. A backup in progress bar appears. Once finished, a file download window appears.

  • Page 129: Advanced Tabbed Page - Rte

    Section 4: Web User Interface Change Password 1. Select the user whose password you wish to change from the Users window. 2. Click Change Password to open the Password Change window. 3. Type the new password in the Password field. 4.
  • Page 130 Section 4: Web User Interface Add a Scheduled Event 1. Click Add to open the RTE Wizard. 2. Select the Scheduled Event tab. NOTE: The scheduled tab is always selected by default on add. 3. Select the frequency option for the event by selecting either Once, Daily, Weekly, or Monthly. NOTE: End Date is enabled when Daily, Weekly or Monthly repeat options are selected.
  • Page 131 Section 4: Web User Interface • Click the Test button to test the entered command string. NOTE: If the test passed or failed, a green or red icon appears to the right side of the Test button as shown. 10. Click Finish to create the added event. NOTES: 1) The added event appears in the RTE Listing window.
  • Page 132 NOTE: For serial commands see the M Series Serial Commands Technical Reference Information P/N 020-100224-XX, available at the Christie Website. 2. Click Send to add the serial command. About Tabbed Page Provides information about the projector software version, model, serial number, and license information.

  • Page 133: Maintenance Of The Cooling System

    NOTE: Do not obstruct the air exchange to the projector. 5.1.2 Optional Filters Use only special, high efficiency Christie approved filters. This projector is not equipped with fan finger guards. Keep fingers away from the fan blades when replacing filter.

  • Page 134: Maintenance Of Optics

    Section 5: Maintenance Replace Air Filter: 1. Unscrew the 2 captive screws at the top of each filter door. Allow the door to rest down and away from the projector. 2. Slide the air filter out and replace, vacuum or wash the filter.

  • Page 135: Supplies Or Cleaning Optical Surfaces

    Section 5: Maintenance 5.2.2 Supplies or Cleaning Optical Surfaces • Soft camel-hair brush • Dust-free blower - filtered dry nitrogen blown through an anti-static nozzle. • Dust-free lens tissue, such as Melles Griot Kodak tissues (18LAB020), Opto-wipes (18LAB022), Kim Wipes or equivalent •...
  • Page 136 Section 5: Maintenance 2. Use a #2 Phillips® screwdriver to turn the 1 captive screw on the lamp door counter-clockwise to access the lamp compartment. NOTE: When the door is open, the lamps will shut off. 3. Wait at least 10 minutes before handling the lamps, to allow the lamps to cool.

  • Page 137: Power

    If the projector is not operating properly, note the symptoms and use this section as a guide to resolve the problem. If the problem cannot be resolved. contact your dealer for assistance. NOTE: A Christie accredited service technician is required when opening an enclosure to diagnose any “probable cause”.

  • Page 138: Lamp Suddenly Turns Off

    Section 6: Troubleshooting 6.2.2 Lamp Suddenly Turns OFF 1. Check lamp power through the remote keypad checking the Lamp menu or from the web user interface Advanced: Lamp menu. Try increasing lamp power. 2. Check for an alarm condition on the LCD keypad display. 3.

  • Page 139: Osd

    Section 6: Troubleshooting 6.5.1 The OSD Menu Does Not Display • Using the LCD, ensure that OSD menu is enabled, scroll-down until the item OSD appears. The LCD shows “OSD: off”. Press and hold the OSD soft key on the built-in keypad. The LCD now shows “OSD on” then press the menu key on the remote keypad.

  • Page 140: The Display Is Jittery Or Unstable

    Section 6: Troubleshooting 6.7.4 The Display is Jittery or Unstable 1. If the display is jittery or blinking erratically, ensure that the source is properly connected and of adequate quality for detection. With poor quality or improperly connected source, the projector will repeatedly attempt to display an image, however briefly.

  • Page 141: Colors In The Display Are Inaccurate

    Section 6: Troubleshooting 6.7.12Colors in the Display are Inaccurate 1. The color, tint, color space and/or color temperature settings may require adjustment at your input source. 2. Try Auto Setup. 3. Ensure signal connections are correct. 4. Ensure the proper channel for this source is being used. 6.7.13Display is Not Rectangular 1.

  • Page 142: A Backup Or Interrogator File Cannot Be Saved

    Section 6: Troubleshooting 6.8.2 A Backup Or Interrogator File Cannot Be Saved After performing a backup of Interrogator, you may be prompted from a pop-up window before saving the file. If you have not specifically set Internet Explorer to automatically open/save the file without prompting, and if pop-up windows have been disabled (by enabling the pop-up blocker), then you will not be able to save the file.

  • Page 143: Image Performance

    7 Specifications This section provides detailed Mirage M Series features; including inputs, lamp, and power requirements. NOTE: Due to continuing research, detailed features are subject to change without notice. Image Performance 7.1.1 Pixel Format 1080p (H x V square pixels) 1920 x 1080 SXGA+ (H x V square pixels) 1400 x 1050...

  • Page 144: Luminance Uniformity

    Section 7: Specifications 7.1.4 Luminance Uniformity Dual lamp Full white ANSI 13-pt. (w/o electronic corr.) +15%, -25% Single lamp Full white ANSI 13-pt. (w/o electronic corr.) +25%, -35% Full white ANSI 13-pt. (w/ electronic corr.) +5%. -5% Full black ANSI 13-pt. Negative uniformity shall be between -35% and 0% and positive uniformity shall be between 0% and +35%.

  • Page 145: Color Temperature

    Section 7: Specifications 7.1.9 Color Temperature White Default CCT (without YNF) 7700 K ±2000 K 350W, 450W Lamp 8900 K ±2000 K 200W Lamp White YNF CCT (with YNF activation, electronically 6500 K ±1000 K corrected) Range of Adjustment 3200 K - 9300 K Tracking (deviation from normal over full range from 10 ±500 K max to 100 IRE)

  • Page 146: Blemishes

    Section 7: Specifications 7.1.11Blemishes Blemishes are to be observed at 1 full screen height distance from the image for a period of 30 seconds. Screen size: 10 foot wide for 350W models, 8 foot wide for 200W models. Blemishes are defined as per TI Specification 2506811.

  • Page 147: Dust Sealing

    Section 7: Specifications 7.2.3 Dust Sealing Dust sealed DMDs Gasket sealed Dust sealed illumination system Sealed from lamp input to entrance face of prism when lamps are installed 7.2.4 ILS (Intelligent Lens System) Motorized lenses and lens mount with position encoding Zoom, focus, horizontal and vertical offsets Accuracy ±2 pixel...

  • Page 148: Dynamic Iris

    Section 7: Specifications 7.2.6 Dynamic Iris Motorized iris with position feedback Scene controlled motorized iris automatically adjusts to image content Max frequency open-close-open 20 Hz Sound level Within ambient noise level of projector Configurable per channel 7.2.7 Automatic Fans Temperature sensitive fan speed control Fans automatically adjust to required speed to main- tain projector at proper operating range as function of outside ambient temperature...

  • Page 149: Shutter

    Section 7: Specifications 7.2.12Status LED STATUS LED’S LED STATES Lamp 1, Lamp 2 – Lamps are off Yellow – Lamp time has expired and lamp should be replaced Green – Lamp is on and operating correctly Flashing red – Lamp has malfunctioned Power –...

  • Page 150: Image Processor Performance

    Section 7: Specifications Image Processor Performance Min input pixel rate 13 Megapixels/s Max input pixel rate 330 Megapixels/s Max input resolution 2048x1536 (QXGA) Min input resolution 640x400 Max input frame rate 95Hz at 2048x1536 (QXGA) * * With sources that can output minimum blanking, otherwise lower vertical rates Processing 10 bit throughout *...

  • Page 151: Dual Link Dvi Input

    Section 7: Specifications 7.4.3 Dual Link DVI Input Connectors 1 dual link DVI-I 1 analog 15-pin VGA NOTE: VGA is supported for mono signals or part of a dual input 3D signal. Color spaces/signal types HDCP support A/D conversion 10 bits for single link DVI input 8 bits for dual link DVI inputs Frequency 165 Megapixels/s analog...

  • Page 152: Control Receiver

    Section 7: Specifications 7.5.2 Control Receiver Number of sensors 1 front, 1 rear Coverage 130 degrees coverage in-line with lens at 3 m distance Modulation (carrier) frequency Dual frequency (38 kHz, 455 kHz) 7.5.3 RS-232 Number of ports Connector 1 female 9-pin Dsub (IN) 1 male 9-pin Dsub (OUT) Max bit rate 115.2 kbps...

  • Page 153: Power Requirements

    Section 7: Specifications Power Requirements Rated voltage 100 VAC – 240 VAC Rated Current (dual lamp operation) 450W 1080p / SXGA+ / WUXGA 15 A @ 100 VAC 370W 1080p / SXGA+ / WUXGA / WXGA 12 A @ 100 VAC 200W 1080p / SXGA+ / WUXGA / WXGA 9 A @ 100 VAC Line frequency...

  • Page 154: Physical Specifications

    Section 7: Specifications Physical Specifications 7.7.1 Size Maximum product dimensions (L x W x H) 561 x 500 x 247 (mm) (with lens removed) 22.1 x 19.7 x 9.75 (inches) Maximum shipping dimensions (L x W x H) 775 x 698.5 x 584 (mm) 30.5 x 27.5 x 23 (inches) 7.7.2 Adjustment Product Alignment...

  • Page 155: Environment

    Section 7: Specifications Environment 7.9.1 Temperature/Humidity/Altitude Operating temperature range 5 to 40ºC (41 to 104ºF) Storage temperature range -40 to 70ºC Humidity range 10% to 80%, non condensing Operating Altitude 10,000 ft. maximum 7.10 Accessories and Service Components PRODUCT NAME PART NUMBER SOLD WITH SOLD...

  • Page 156: Regulatory

    Section 7: Specifications 7.11 Regulatory 7.11.1Safety • CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 2nd Edition • UL 60950-1, 2nd Edition • IEC 60950-1:2005, 2nd Edition • EN60950:2006 + A11:2009 7.11.2Electro-Magnetic Compatibility Emissions • FCC CFR47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class A - Unintentional Radiators •...

  • Page 157: Mirage M Series Menu Tree

    Appendix A: Menu Tree A.1 Mirage M Series Menu Tree Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)
  • Page 159 Appendix A: Menu Tree Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)
  • Page 160 Appendix A: Menu Tree Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)
  • Page 161 Appendix A: Menu Tree Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-03 Rev. 1 (08-2012)

  • Page 163: Dmx And Real Time Events

    Appendix B: DMX/ArtNet B.1 DMX and Real Time Events B.1.1 What is DMX? DMX is a standard for digital communication networks that are commonly used to control stage lighting and effects. B.1.2 What is Real Time Events? A real time event is a pre-recorded sequence of 1 or more serial commands which are executed when a defined trigger occurs.

  • Page 164: Dmx Channel Setup

    Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet B.2 DMX Channel Setup Each personality has a different number of channels: • Setup Personality - 38 channels • Show Personality - 18 channels • Nitro VIP Projector Yoke Personality - 25 channels It is very important to properly configure the base channel (depending on which personality is used) correctly. While the DMX specification allows for device overlapping, this may cause undesired results.

  • Page 165: Mirage M Series Setup Personality

    Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet B.2.1 Mirage M Series Setup Personality CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Safety Slider Lock 0-171 Locked No Channel changes will 172-255 Unlocked be applied when this control is locked. Channel changes made while the slider is locked will be applied once the slider becomes unlocked.
  • Page 166 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Input Input Input Selection Will not change input on 0 to 9 Slot 1, Input 1 default 10 to 19 Slot 1, Input 2 — 50 to 59 Slot 1, Input 6 60 to 69 Slot 2, Input 1 —...
  • Page 167 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Setup Lamp Mode 0-85 Auto Select Single lamp Will not change lamp Functions mode on default. 172-255 Dual Lamp Mode Setup Test Pattern 0-19 Off Functions 20-39 Grid 40-59 Grey Scale 16 60-79 White 80-99 Flat Grey...

  • Page 168: Mirage M Series Show Personality

    Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Colormetry Interpolated 0 to 255 Scaled as % of total control *Output Color control Color range, which is 3200 to 9300 must be set to “Color Temperature” in DMX (Temperature)* channel 29 Advanced...
  • Page 169 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Lens Lens shift 0-85 Lens shift disable Lock all lens motors. enable 172-255 Lens shift enable Lens Zoom (Coarse) 0 to 255 Scaled as % of total control Locked by channel range, which is 0 to 2100 “Lens shift enable”.

  • Page 170: Mirage M Series Nitro Vip Projector Yoke Personality

    Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Lamps/ Power 0-85 Power Off (Switch lamps off, A 5 second timer will be Power cool lamps down and go to Standby used before executing a mode) power state change. If the slider moves out of the 172-255 Power On (Switch lamps On/Off range within the...
  • Page 171 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Input Input Projector Channel Selection 1 to 20 Projector Channel 1 to 20 — 86 LOAD — Input Selection 111 to 116 Slot 1, Input 1 to 6 121 to 126 Slot 2, Input 1 to 6 131 to 136 Slot 3, Input 1 to 6 141 to 146 Slot 4, Input 1 to 6...
  • Page 172 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Lamp/ Lamp/Power Lamp Power Power functions Scaled as % of total control range,. Examples are given for 350W and 200W lamps: 0% 300 Watt / 150 Watt — 310 Watt / 157 Watt —...
  • Page 173 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Colormetry Video Signal/ Color Space Color space, 0-9 RGB Output Color, 10-19 YCbCr SDTV (ITU-R and CPF BT.601) 20-29 YCbCr HDTV (ITU-R BT.709) 86 LOAD Output Color 90-99 Max Drives 100-109 Color Temperature (enables 21) 110-119 SD Video...
  • Page 174 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet CHANNEL GROUP NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT NOTES VALUE Advanced Blend and Warp/ Blend The list of warp and Image keystone enable blends available depends 0-4 Blend disable on the warps and blends 5-9 Standard Blend enable saved on the projector by 10-14 User Blend 1 enable the user.
  • Page 175 *000-102263-03* ASSY TECH DOCS Mirage M Series...
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