Barco. If the purchaser or a third party carries out modifications or repairs on goods delivered by Barco, or if the goods are handled incorrectly, in particular if the systems are operated incorrectly or if, after the transfer of risks, the goods are subject to influences not agreed upon in the contract, all guarantee claims of the purchaser will be rendered invalid.
This software and the accompanying files are sold “as is” and without warranties as to performance or merchantability or any other warranties whether expressed or implied. In no event shall Barco be liable for damage of any kind, loss of data, loss of profits, business interruption or other pecuniary loss arising directly or indirectly.
High Brightness precautions: Hazard Distance ......................18 HD for fully enclosed projection systems...........................20 HD in function of modifying optics ............................21 HD calculation of multi-projector stacks..........................23 Compliance ......................................24 2 Balder introduction ....................................25 Projector orientation ..................................26 Main Components ..................................27 LED Status Light....................................28 Color Wheels.....................................29 Optional Accessories..................................30...
Balder product. Clarification of the term “Balder” used in this document When referring in this document to the term “Balder” means that the content is applicable for following Barco products: •...
• All warnings on the unit and in its documentation manuals must be adhered to. • Installation and preliminary adjustments must be performed by qualified Barco personnel or by authorized Barco service dealers. • This product contains no user serviceable parts. Attempts to modify/replace mechanics or electronics inside the housing or compartments will violate any warranties and may be hazardous.
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RG3 projectors. The USER or OPERATOR may only perform the maintenance tasks set forth in the user manual or the maintenance tasks for which they are trained and authorized. All other maintenance tasks and service tasks must be performed by qualified SERVICE PERSONNEL. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Refer to document “Declaration of user safety training” (Document number 601-0462) for training tick off and signing. Document can be found on the Barco website if not included in the box. Users training The installed projector may only be used by persons TRAINED and AUTHORIZED to operate professional projection systems.
Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to it and possible injury to the user. • Only place the projector on a stable surface, or mount it securely using an approved ceiling-mount. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Do not place flammable or combustible materials near the projector! • For the Balder projector the exclusion zone on the lens side within the light beam must be at least 1,0m. • Caution! Hot air is exhausted from the rear vent. Do not place objects that are sensitive to heat nearer than 100 cm (40”) to the exhaust vent.
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Ensure that nothing can be spilled on, or dropped inside the projector. If this does happen, switch off and unplug the mains supply immediately. Do not operate the projector again until it has been checked by Barco authorized service personnel. •...
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CANADA: This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, / Cet appareil numerique de Ia classe est conforme à Ia norme NMB-003 du Canada. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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Location of safety Label Warning and EMC labels Image 1–1 CAUTION: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Recycle properly, do not dispose of in ordinary waste! 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Side view Hazard Distance Top view Length Restriction Zone in the theater Restricted Access location (boot area of projector). Height between surface floor and the light beam Theater Separation Height Restriction Zone in the theater Separation Width 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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The LIP shall be installed by Barco or by a trained and Barco-authorized installer or shall only be transferred to laser light show variance holders. This is applicable for dealers and distributors since they may need to install the LIP (demo install) and/or they transfer (sell, rent, lease) the LIP.
The light emitted from the screen within the observation shall never exceed the RG2 exposure limit, determined at 10 cm. The HD can be neglected if the measured light at the screen surface is below 5000 diffuse cd/m² or 15000 LUX. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Safety 1.7 HD in function of modifying optics Hazard distance Hazard Distance Thermal Acidental Exposure Throw Ra o Image 1–5 Hazard Distance Throw Ratio 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
If the single projector hazard distance 9*h ≤ HD < 12*h, then the system hazard distance to implement is 1.15*HD. If the single projector hazard distance HD < 9*h, then keep the original HD and risk zone per projector. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Safety 1.9 Compliance UK Compliance This product is fit for use in the UK. Authorised Representative: Barco UK Ltd Address: Building 329, Doncastle Road Bracknell RG12 8PE, Berkshire, United Kingdom 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Download Projector Toolset ......................31 About this chapter This chapter and by extension this whole document, the Balder user guide, is intended for the user who want’s to get familiar with the projector hardware parts. It describes the input and communication boards, the remote control unit, local keypad, how to power up the projector, the different power states, product specifications and much more.
Balder introduction 2.2 Main Components Projector Items Overview Image 2–2 Overview of the components LED warning indicator LCD touch panel Adjustable feet Local keypad Lens Connection panel Lens holder Front USB and trigger board IR receiver (top and front) 601-0443EN /15...
Balder introduction 2.3 LED Status Light About The Status Led is located on the rear top of the Projector During normal operation, the LED is not illuminated. In the event of a critical error or high temperature, the LED will illuminate red.
The projector is delivered with a standard color wheel, that is suitable for most applications. Other color wheels are available upon specific request. Consult Barco sales office or a service partner in order to find the most suitable color wheel for the specific application.
Balder introduction 2.5 Optional Accessories Rigging Frame Item Description Item Number R9802224 F70/F90 Multifunctional Frame. The F70 Rigging frame is a rugged, easy to install frame, designed to streamline the process of installing one or more projectors. When installed i the frame, the projector: •...
Projector Toolset is only available in a download version, no CD can be ordered. Where to find the download file(s) 1. Go to the product support page of the Projector Toolset on the Barco website or use following URL: https:// www.barco.com/support?pn=R9850559...
Local keypad Local keypad functions........................34 Local keypad backlight........................35 LCD touch panel...........................36 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Refer to the Pulse OSD user guide for detailed guidance on all software features of the projector. The Pulse software has regular new releases due to continuous improvements. Hence, the Pulse OSD user guide is subject to updates. Download the latest version of the user guide from the Barco website using following link: https://www.barco.com/support.
Blinking RED Error condition Shutter button Off (no color) Projector is OFF, starts up, or is in Standby or Ready mode. Solid WHITE Projector is ON, shutter is open Solid RED Projector is ON, shutter is closed 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Select and drag sliders to adjust slider value. The LCD menus can occasionally be slightly different in layout compared with the OSD menu, due to a more optimal layout regarding to the touch functionality of the LCD. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Basic remote batteries ........................39 About the basic remote The Balder projector is standard delivered with a basic remote control unit (without batteries). While this remote control unit has a more limited amount of available features compared with the optional Pulse RCU, it will be able to help you out with basic controls.
Open menu The Power on / off button only shifts power between Ready and ON mode. When pressing the GUI activate / deactivate button while the projector is in stand-by mode, will also power up the projector. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Make sure the polarities match the + and - marks, as depicted on the inside of the battery compartment. There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are installed incorrectly. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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Default value button Lens shift Lens focus Menu open / close RGB filter Menu selection, OK button Test patterns Menu navigation Power on Input selection Power off Address button 3.5 mm jack Numeric buttons RCU on / off 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Insert (1) both lower tabs of the battery cover in the gaps at the bottom of the remote control, and press (2) the cover until it clicks in place. Image 5–4 When replacing batteries, the broadcast address of the RCU will be reset to its default value '0'. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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CAUTION: Replace with the correct battery type. Use two AA size batteries. There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. CAUTION: Replace the battery as explained above. There is a risk of explosion if the battery is incorrectly installed. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
To activate the remote control, press the on/off button until the button pressed indicator will turn off (3-5 seconds). To deactivate the remote control, press the on/off button again. Default after (re)placing batteries, is “ON”. Image 5–5 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Continuously lit (up to 5 seconds) when address digits are expected after pressing the ADDR button. • Slowly flashes (2 times a second) when the battery level is becoming low; typically when more than 85% of the useful life is past. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
• Green only • Blue only • Red + Green • Green + Blue • Red + Blue • Red + Green + Blue • After powering up, the colors will always revert back to full RGB. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
From Pulse 2.3 onward, this button now supports another function. If “Stealth mode” has been configured for the LCD display, pressing this button a long time (5 seconds or more) will activate or deactivate Stealth mode. For more info on Stealth mode, see Pulse software user guide. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Remove the XLR cover by pulling it backwards. Image 5–6 Connect a cable with XLR plug into the XLR connector of the RCU. Connect the other end of the cable with the XLR input of the projector. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Image 5–7) of the RCU. Connect the other end of the cable with the mini-jack input of the projector. Image 5–7 Note: While the mini-jack cable is connected, the IR receivers of the projector are switched off. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
5.9 Pulse RCU silicone protection sleeve (optional) Introduction Barco offers a silicone form fitting protection sleeve for the Pulse RCU. The silicone material keeps it comfortably, non slip and soft touch. All buttons and openings remain accessible. The sleeve is quick and easy installed.
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Powering On/Off Power modes ..........................54 Power up the projector ........................55 Power Off the projector .........................56 Power mode transitions.........................57 Increasing the projector lifetime .....................59 Operation in 24/7 Mode.........................60 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Powering On/Off 6.1 Power modes General The table below details the Balder power modes. Description Mode ON (normal) Projector is booted up and the light source is on READY Projector is booted up but the light source is off ECO (Standby)
The projector will continue to ON mode. The Power on/off button will blink until the projector is ready for projection. Once the projector is fully started up, the Power on/off button will be lit BLUE. Image 6–2 When the power button backlight is solid blue, the projector is ready for use. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
CAUTION: Never switch off the projector by means of unplugging mains cord or by cut down of mains power. Barco advises to keep the projector always powered and use the ECO mode for low power consumption. How to unplug the projector Follow the procedure above to Switch Off the projector.
Used alone, the WOL command allows to switch in READY mode. A JSON command must be performed in addition to make the projector turn in to ON mode: 1. Send WOL. 2. Wait for connection to façade/prospector (the unit does provide feedback when it’s ready). 3. Wait for ready state. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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This implies that all peripherals (switchers, routers...) in the network path must support WOL and configured correctly to support WOL. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Powering On/Off 6.5 Increasing the projector lifetime General Barco propose the following recommendations to increase the projector life time: • Dimming out the laser output intensity (70%). • Use the device in regulated temperature area. • Apply the recommendations describe in the “Operating in 24/7 Mode” chapter if the projector is destined to be operated continuously 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.
• Apply moving video content as much as possible, with on average a level of 50% white (long-term use of extreme black or white content could potentially cause accelerated aging). 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Controlling the projector Using the RCU ..........................62 Displaying and Programming addresses into the RCU..............63 Setting the projector addresses .....................64 Quick setup via Direct access ......................65 Shortcut buttons ...........................66 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
The RCU will not function properly if strong light strikes the IR sensor window or if there are obstacles between the RCU and the IR receiver. Image 7–1 The RCU can also hard-wired been used. See chapter “Using the mini-jack connector of the RCU”, page 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
To enter address 31, then press “3” and “1” on the digit button on the RCU and the button pressed indicator goes out immediately. Placing new batteries in the remote control or plugging the remote to a projector via a cable will automatically reset the address back to its default value '0'. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Any command coming from an RCU programmed with that common address will be executed. How to set In the main menu, select System Settings > Communication > IR Control. For detailed instructions see user guide of the projector. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Quick test pattern selection Press the Test pattern button on the remote control or local keypad. Image 7–3 The Test pattern menu opens on the LCD display. Use the arrow keys to select the desired test pattern. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
When the test pattern or input shortcut button is pressed, a pop up menu will show up on the LCD screen. Make a selection by the arrow keys, and confirm. Image 7–4 Test pattern pop up menu Image 7–5 Input source pop up menu 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
CAUTION: Do not power off or unplug the projector while the software update is ongoing. Similarly, do not remove the USB flash drive while the software update is ongoing. Prerequisites First download the latest projector software package from the Barco's website. Required tools Projector Toolset How to update the software using Projector Toolset Power on the projector.
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Always contact Barco if you want to make sure a downgrade will not hurt your device.
If there are still fingerprints on the surface, repeat with lens cleaner and a clean lens cleaning cloth, then polish again with a dry cloth. If smears occur when cleaning lenses, replace the cloth. Smears are the first indication of a dirty cloth. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
General guidelines for cleaning the projector cabinet (exterior only) Clean the housing of the projector with a damp cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Remove the filter from the projector then use a vacuum to remove excess dust from the filter. Do not wet or soak the filter. Cleaning of the projector filter should be done in a separate room to avoid dust contamination. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
* Standard Lens Option(s) Optical lens shift Up to 88% vertical lens shift & up to 38% horizontal lens shift (depending on lens selection) Visit the Barco Residential Lens Calculator for further information Download Lens & Airflow Data Here Optical dowser Color correction P7 RealColor™...
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Specifications Active Stereoscopic 3D Additional hardware required please contact an authorized Barco representative for details Inputs 1 x HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) 1 x HDBaseT (HDCP 1.4 - 9Gbps only) 2 x Dual Link DVI-D 2 x Display Port (1.2)
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Specific measures and design considerations have been made in order for it to comply with stringent requirements in challenging applications. Warranty Limited 3 years parts and labor Extendable up to 5 years Firmware upgradable Please contact an authorized Barco representative for details 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
* Standard Lens Option(s) Optical lens shift Up to 122% vertical lens shift & up to 40% horizontal lens shift (depending on lens selection) Visit the Barco Residential Lens Calculator for further information Download Lens & Airflow Data Here Optical dowser Color correction P7 RealColor™...
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Specifications Active Stereoscopic 3D Additional hardware required please contact an authorized Barco representative for details Inputs 1 x HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) 1 x HDBaseT (HDCP 1.4 - 9Gbps only) 2 x Dual Link DVI-D 2 x Display Port (1.2)
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Specific measures and design considerations have been made in order for it to comply with stringent requirements in challenging applications. Warranty Limited 3 years parts and labor Extendable up to 5 years Firmware upgradable Please contact an authorized Barco representative for details 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
10/100Mbps Ethernet Pass-Through Not Supported Fallback to 100BaseTx, IEEE 802.3u Not Supported USB Over Centre Tap Not Supported Power Over Ethernet Not Supported Audio Not Supported LEDs - HD Base Status Operation: Green, Left Link/Mode: Yellow, Right 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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DMX Chart B.2 DMX chart, Extended Overview on F40, F70, F80, Bragi, Balder and Medea Ch. Function Value Default Actions Shutter + Intensity 0 - 7 Close shutter 8 - 255 Adjust intensity Brightness 0 - 255 Adjusts the brightness between 0 and 100% on input.
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Calibrate lens (zoom, focus and shift) (if held for 5 seconds) 32 - 255 Reserved for future functionality If the Light Source is forced to an output below its minimum value, it will remain at its minimum output value 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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0 - 255 Set coarse lens zoom adjustment Zoom (LSB) 0 - 255 Set fine lens zoom adjustment Lens shift vertical 0 - 255 Set coarse lens shift in vertical direction (MSB) Only when lens has been calibrated 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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Calibrate lens (zoom, focus and shift) (if held for 5 seconds) 32 - 255 Reserved for future functionality If the Light Source is forced to an output below its minimum value, it will remain at its minimum output value 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
About resolution in this chapter Resolutions and video timings indicated in the following sections are resolutions accepted in input of the projector, but the output stays limited to the maximum resolution indicated in the specifications of the device. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
C.1 Overview video timings List of compatible signals The following table specifies the video signals that the projector can project. Barco Events projectors supports the signal with “X” in the Compatible signals column. Note: Support for refresh rates 24.00, 30.00, 60.00 Hz automatically includes support of 1/1.001 x those refresh rates.
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— — — 3840 x 2400 — — — 3840 x 2400 — — — 4096 x 2160 — 4096 x 2160 — 4096 x 2160 — 4096 x 2160 — — 4096 x 2160 — — 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
4096 x 2160 12G-SDI Single Link 4096 x 2160 12G-SDI Single Link Support for refresh rates 24.00, 30.00 and 60.00 Hz automatically includes support of 1/1.001 x those refresh rates. 12G SDI board only, and only on Channel A 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Side by Side (SbS) progressive 1920 x 1200 1920 x 1200 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2560 x 1600 2560 x 1600 3840 x 2160 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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(active pixels x active lines) 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2400 3840 x 2400 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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2560 x 1600 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2400 3840 x 2400 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
1920 x 1200 1920 x 2160 1920 x 2160 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 2160 2048 x 2160 2560 x 1600 2560 x 1600 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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Overview video timings for video interfaces Video timing Vertical refresh rate (Hz) 3D Support (active pixels x active lines) 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 1080 2048 x 2160 2 - column mode 2560 x 1600 2560 x 1600 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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Available layout modes, other Video timing Vertical refresh rate (Hz) than standard layout (1 x 1 (active pixels x active lines) layout) 3840 x 2400 3840 x 2400 3840 x 2400 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Barco NV Beneluxpark 21, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium Importers contact information To find your local importer, contact Barco directly or one of Barco's regional offices via the contact information given on Barco's web site, www.barco.com. Registered offices Registered office: Barco NV President Kennedypark 35, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium Registered office: Barco (Wuxi) Technology Co., Ltd.
The month and year of production is indicated on the product ID label on the product itself. Factory addresses Factory: Barco NV President Kennedypark 35, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium Factory: Barco (Wuxi) Technology Co., Ltd. No. 38, Chunhui Middle Road, XiShan District, 214101 Wuxi CHINA 工厂:巴可(无锡)技有限公司 中国无锡市锡山区春晖中路38号,邮编214101...
For more information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office or your municipal waste disposal service. For details, please visit the Barco website at: https://www.barco. com/about/sustainability/waste-of-electronic-equipment-customers...
Regulatory information D.4 Product compliance UK UK Compliance This product is fit for use in the UK. Authorised Representative: Barco UK Ltd Address: Building 329, Doncastle Road Bracknell RG12 8PE, Berkshire, United Kingdom 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment FCC responsible: Barco Inc. 3059 Premiere Parkway Suite 400 30097 Duluth GA, United States Tel: +1 678 475 8000...
Regulatory information D.6 Product compliance Turkey Turkey RoHS compliance Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur. [Republic of Turkey: In conformity with the WEEE Regulation] 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
This product complies with the Safety of Low-Voltage Equipment (LVE Technical Regulation 004/ 2011, CU TR 004/2011) and the Electromagnetic Compatibility of Technical Products (EMC Technical regulation, CU TR 020/2011) and Restriction of use of Hazardous Substances in radio and electronic devices (RoHS Technical regulation, CU TR 037/2016). 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
According to the “Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products” (Also called RoHS of Chinese Mainland), the table below lists the names and contents of toxic and/or hazardous substances that Barco’s product may contain. 零件项目(名称) 有毒有害物质或元素...
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Chinese Mainland, marked with the Environmental Friendly Use Period (EFUP) logo. The number inside the EFUP logo that Barco uses (please refer to the photo) is based on the “General guidelines of environment-friendly use period of electronic information products”...
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Note 2:“〇” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence. 備考3.〝—〞係指該項限用物質為排除項目。 Note 3:The “—” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption. 備註: 此RoHS表格適用於以下產品型號: GP6,GP7,GP8,GPC Hint: This RoHS table is suitable for following models: GP6,GP7,GP8,GPC 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
DLP™ DLP® and the DLP logo are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
Users feature, or via a factory reset executed as administrator. Logs may contain user names and IP addresses and are subject to the retention policy, but can’t be deleted by the user. The user can send a request to dataprotection@barco.com. 601-0443EN /15...
(to be) unsafe for exposure if the distance from a person to the light source is less than the HD. Projector address Address installed in the projector to be individually controlled via the RCU or via the serial communication. Projector address Address installed in the projector to be individually controlled. 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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Software update 68 Power Software upgrade 68 modes 54 Specifications 73 Power off 56 Balder 74 Power on 55 Balder CinemaScope 77 Power On 57 DVI-I 80 Power On/Off 53 HDBaseT 84 Power up 55 HDMI 82 Privacy 116 SDI 83...
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User definition 11 Video timings DisplayPort Inputs 97 HDBaseT Inputs 99 HDMI Inputs 95 Video Timings SDI Inputs 94 Video Timings DVI Inputs 101 Wake-On-LAN 54, 57–58 Wake-up on LAN 57 WEEE 106, 109 WOL 54, 58 RCU 49 601-0443EN /15 Balder...
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