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  • Page 1 Mirage M Series U S E R M A N U A L 020-100575-02...
  • Page 3 Mirage M Series U S E R M A N U A L 020-100575-02...
  • Page 4 Projector lamps (See Christie’s separate 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: Table Of Contents

    3.8 Configuration - Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls ........3-30 3.9 Lamp Menu..........................3-49 3.10 Secondary Input Switching Menu .....................3-51 3.11 Status ............................3-51 3.12 Using Multiple Projectors......................3-51 3.13 Remote Control of the Projector....................3-55 3.14 Alarm Conditions ........................3-55 3.15 3D ..............................3-56 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 6 6.6 Ethernet ............................6-3 6.6.1 Trouble Establishing Communication with Projector............6-3 6.7 Displays............................6-3 6.7.1 The projector is on but there is no display ................6-3 6.7.2 Severe Motion Artifacts ...................... 6-3 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 7 7.2.4 ILS (Intelligent Lens System)....................7-4 7.2.5 Projection Lens Compatibility .....................7-4 7.2.6 Iris ............................7-5 7.2.7 Automatic Fans ........................7-5 7.2.8 Constant Lamp Output Management ...................7-5 7.2.9 Shutter ..........................7-5 7.2.10 Lamps..........................7-6 7.2.11 Status LED.........................7-6 7.2.12 Electronics/SW .........................7-6 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 8 7.10 Accessories and Service Components ..................7-12 7.10.1 Service Components ......................7-12 7.11 Regulatory..........................7-12 A: Menu Tree A.1 Mirage M Series Menu Tree ...................... A-1 B: GPIO B.1 GPIO Port........................... B-1 C: DMX / ArtNet C.1 DMX and Real Time Events ...................... C-1 C.1.1 DMX Channel Setup ......................

  • Page 9: Labels And Marking

    Every effort has been made to ensure the information in this document is accurate and reliable. However, due to constant research, the information in this document is subject to change without notice. Christie Digital Systems assumes no responsibility for omissions or inaccuracies. Updates to this document are published regularly, as required.

  • Page 10: Typographical Notations

    • Operational states of modules appear capitalized, such as power ON/OFF. 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.

  • Page 11: Projector 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 projector’s software and...

  • Page 12: Key Features

    • Control with remote keypad, wired remote, or built-in keypad • Four input slots for Optional Input Modules Refer to Section 7 Specifications for a complete list of technical specifications. Table 1.3 Mirage M Series Projectors Model Name Part Number DS+6K-M 118-054100-...

  • Page 13: 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 specifications, as...

  • Page 15: 2: Installation And Setup

    Remove the rear lens cap from the lens. Keep the front lens cap on the lens to protect it MPORTANT! during installation. 1. Rotate the lens clamp to the OPEN position, see Figure 2-1 Locking Clamp Open. 2-1 L IGURE OCKING LAMP Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 16 5. For added stability such as motion applications, fasten the security screws provided with the lens-mount. NOTE: There are two types of lens plate models. See Figure 2-5 & Figure 2-6. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 17 DVI-I connector or an analog video signal to the VGA connector. The DVI signal may contain HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection). The VGA connector does not support NOTE: active stereo input, but it can be used for dual input 3D mode. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 18 STEP 6 - Selecting a Source Press one of the input keys on the remote or built-in keypad to select and display the image for the source you connected in Step 3. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 19: Detailed Setup And Installation

    The AC receptacle is located at the back of the projector. Use this receptacle to plug in an appropriately rated line cord. The power switch is located above the AC receptacle. Refer to Section 7 Specifications NOTE: details. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 20 The lamp doors are provided with clear windows to indicate when the lamps are on. 2-8 A IGURE BOUT THE ROJECTOR RONT Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 21 Changes in temperature may cause drifts in the projector circuitry, which may affect performance. • Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy, such as motors and transformers, slide projectors, speakers, power amplifiers, elevators, etc. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 22: Projector Position And Mounting

    Use the lens and screen size to calculate the precise throw distance using the tables provided IMPORTANT! in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, PN 020-100221-XX. Due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length, actual throw distance can vary 5% between lenses with the ±...
  • Page 23 ±38% ±365 pixels ALL OTHER LENSES ±54% ±518 pixels Offsets are subject to ±7% centering tolerance. % Offset = # of pixels of offset/half horizontal NOTES: 1) panel resolution x 100. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 24: 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. Only use Christie approved mounts designed for your projector. Refer to the installation instructions and safety guidelines provided with the mount.

  • Page 25: Basic Optical Alignment

    6. Throw Distance: Ensure the projector is positioned in the throw distance range for the particular lens. Mirage M Series User Manual 2-11 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 26: Advanced Optical Alignment

    4. Use a 5mm Allen™ key to loosen the 3 locking setscrews on the lens mount, see Figure 2-14 Screw Locations, below. The setscrews must be backed out several turns, so that they do not contact the NOTE: inner lens mount plate. 2-12 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 27 10. If further action is required. Repeat #2. 11. Lock the setscrews, and re-check the boresight quality. Tighten the setscrew enough to ensure they will not shift. Mirage M Series User Manual 2-13 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 28: Powering Down

    Web User Interface (UI) 1. From the Main Tab, Select Power>OFF. A window will display for confirmation on powering NOTE: down, see Figure 2-16. 2. Select Yes. 2-14 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 29: Connecting Communications

    Section 3 Operation,COMMUNICATIONS - Submenu and the Serial Command document provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, PN 020-100224-XX. Connecting RS-232 Two nine-pin D-sub connectors, labeled RS-232 IN and RS-232 OUT on the input panel, are dedicated to...
  • Page 30 Refer to 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, PN 020- 100224-XX. Connecting Multiple Projectors To connect multiple projectors in a network with serial communication: RS-232 NETWORK: 1.
  • Page 31 Ethernet port to a hub belonging to the network. A controller or PC must also be connected to the hub, see Figure 2-21 Ethernet Network Setup. A wireless router can be used to NOTE: communicate to the projectors via 802.11b/g. Mirage M Series User Manual 2-17 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 32 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. 2-18 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 33 Figure B-1- GPIO Connector complete details on pin configuration and how to program the GPIO. The 3D sync cable must be NOTE: connected for 3D operations. 2-23 I IGURE NPUT ANEL Mirage M Series User Manual 2-19 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 34: Projector Communications

    • The Web page shows a warning that the Image processor card is upgrading. When this occurs, the projector should not be AC power cycled and the Image Processor card should not be removed. 2-20 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 35: Connecting Sources

    The VGA connector does not NOTE: support 3D content other than as one of the dual input 3D channels. If 3D over analog is required, the Analog BNC input card is required. Mirage M Series User Manual 2-21 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 36 There are 3 LEDs on the module faceplate. PWR indicates power has been applied and the card is initialized, and the two signal LEDs indicate a valid signal has been detected on the respective input. 2-22 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 37 The card has two 5pin XLR connectors - 1 (input) male and 1 (output) female. There are 2 LED's on the faceplate of the card: The green Power LED which is on when the card is powered, and the green Termination LED which is on when termination is enabled. Mirage M Series User Manual 2-23 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 38 AC applied. If there are cases where the network is required to be terminated without AC applied to the last projector, then a hardware terminator should be used. Refer to Section 3 Operation for information about setting up the ArtNet and DMX interfaces. 2-24 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 39: Using 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. Section 5 Maintenance Refer to Safety Warnings and Guidelines in Using the Remote Keypad or Built-In Keypad The projector is typically controlled using one of the following keypads: •...
  • Page 40 Section 3: Operation Remote Keypad 3-1 R IGURE EMOTE EYPAD Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 41 • Off, the key is disabled in the current context • Power Key, used to switch from Standby mode to ON, and from ON to Standby mode; LED always remains Amber Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 42: Remote Keypad Commands

    Size and Blanking Auto Input Level (off) Vertical Stretch Detail (if video source) Position Filter Input Levels Luma Delay You must have an unlocked channel present to use Auto Setup. NOTE: Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 43 For best results, start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become fully black (i.e., “crushed”). Conversely, overly high brightness changes black to dark grey, causing washed-out images. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 44 A closed shutter blanks the display (turns it to black). Close the shutter to block the displayed image while maintaining access to projector functions. Opening the shutter restores the image. The LCD display NOTES: 1) shows the current state of the shutter. The shutter is open upon power-up. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 45 IGHT RROW list without having to first scroll through options or navigate within a menu, pull-down list or text box. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 46: Navigating The Menus

    Locked items or items that do not pertain to the current action or condition appear dimmed and cannot be selected. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 47 (applies only to options having their own key, such as Contrast, Brightness, Gamma, etc.). • For “blind” access, hide the entire menu system (see OSD key, above) and access using the proper sequence of key presses. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 48 RROW NTER NOTES: 1) or R Press E to jump between pages in an extra long pull-down list. while in RROW IGHT RROW a pull-down list to cancel any change. 3-10 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 49 Press Enter When Finished: To accept edits and leave the edit window, press E NTER : Press E at any time to cancel changes and return to the previously defined text. NOTE Mirage M Series User Manual 3-11 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 50: Using Inputs And Channels

    2. Press the appropriate direct SLOT key to quickly display one of the inputs on the selected slot to the main image. This will not bring up any menu selection, and is only applicable for the main image. 3-12 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 51 Channels created automatically do not appear in the channel list unless a parameter for the channel has been changed. 3-12 U IGURE SING A HANNEL Mirage M Series User Manual 3-13 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 52: Channel Setup Menu

    Sync-on-green (4 wire) Separate H,V (5-wire) Separate H,V swapped (5-wire) SVid S-Video CVid Composite Video Digital DSDI Digital Dual Link HD-SDI Digital DVI HDMI Digital HDMI HSDI Digital HD-SDI Digital SDI 3-14 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 53 Main menu. To display the Channel Setup menu, press 3 or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press E . The Channel Setup menu will appear. NTER Mirage M Series User Manual 3-15 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 54 If not checked, the projector can locate the selected channel only when it is directly selected via on the keypad—and a change in input signal will not result in a channel change. HANNEL 3-16 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Image

    • Analog PC graphics sources (4/5-wire sync) present a list of formats based on the current active lines detected in the video. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-17 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 56: Size And Position Menu

    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—the black border areas are unused areas, see below. 3-18 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 57 (called “letterboxed”). 3-21 F IGURE IDTH • FULL HEIGHT fills the display from top-to-bottom. Depending on the source, this may create borders. 3-22 F IGURE EIGHT Mirage M Series User Manual 3-19 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 58 The value shown represents where the approximate center of the image lies in relation to the total NOTE: number of pixels available vertically. This varies widely according to the signal—watch the image while adjusting. 3-20 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 59: Image Settings Menu

    For best results, keep close to 50. For best results, start with a low value and increase so that whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted, and that light areas do not become white. If the environment NOTE: lighting changes, an adjustment of Gamma is recommended (see below). Mirage M Series User Manual 3-21 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 60 Otherwise, switching from one video source to another can sometimes cause slight disturbances in the display, indicating that the Auto function is struggling. Recover by briefly selecting a different video standard, then going back. 3-22 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 61 Decreasing this delay will move the shadow slightly to the left. If necessary for your current source, adjust so that no shadows occur with adjacent colors. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-23...
  • Page 62 This NOTE: automatic adjustment requires at least 6-12 consecutive white pixels in the image. Without these pixels, input levels may produce skewed colors, particularly in non-video images. 3-24 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 63 This moves the clamping pulse from the normal back porch location (which is likely too short) to the tip of the horizontal sync pulse. Tri Level is typically needed for an HDTV source. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-25 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 64 (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. 3-27 A IGURE DJUSTING NPUT EVELS SING THE ETECTOR (RED EXAMPLE SHOWN) 3-26 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 65 This slope can be used to bring in or out the low level blacks in the image. This slope combined with the gamma function, define the custom gamma table. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-27...
  • Page 66 Color Temperature - Allows you to specify a color temperature between 3200 and 9300 based on the setting of the color temperature slidebar. Expressed in degrees Kelvin [3200K, 5400K, etc.]. Lower numbers appear reddish white and higher numbers appear bluish. 3-28 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 67 Dynamic Iris will not react quickly to a scene that suddenly becomes much darker, resulting in an image that does not have as much contrast as it could for several frames. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-29 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 68: Configuration - Adjusting System Parameters And Advanced Controls

    In free run mode, or in cases where the signal cannot be frame locked, the minimum latency defined by the scaling and keystone/warp is applied to the signal. 3-30 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 69 The OSD NOTE: only allows the fade time to be set. To initiate a Fade to Black, the Christie Serial command should be used. • HDMI OUTPUT LOOP SOURCE This control is used to configure the HDMI output options. Selecting Direct Loop will directly pass-through the HDMI input signals: on the same Twin HDMI Input Card, the Input1 signal is looped to Output1 and the Input2 signal is looped to Output2.
  • Page 70 The fan assist will cause increased noise levels due to the simultaneous full speed operation of all the fans. Normal operation will resume when all over-temperature conditions are removed or fan assist is turned off. 3-32 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 71 • 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 72 UBMENU Defines and controls how single or multiple projectors are linked with each other and with a controlling device. For detailed information refer to the Serial Command document provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, PN 020-100224-XX. SERIAL OPTIONS - S UBMENU •...
  • Page 73 This is the IP address of the gateway used to reach any non-local IP addresses; it must be set manually. • HOST NAME Set the hostname for the device • DOMAIN NAME Set the domain for the device • MAC ADDRESS Displays the MAC address of the projector (read-only) Mirage M Series User Manual 3-35 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 74 • If this sequence of 3 values is not sent to the projector, the command is ignored Refer to Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet for the DMX Channel Allocation 3-36 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 75 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 76 7. Press E to select the corner. The current corner will be displayed in green. NTER NOTE: 8. Use the arrow keys to move the selected corner to match the screen. 3-38 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 77 “cast” and light output appear uniform throughout each image as well as throughout the entire wall. The procedure provided here assumes a multiple-screen application. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-39 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 78 Double-check that all WHITES and LIGHT OUTPUT are well-matched. IMPORTANT! b. Enable the Brightness Uniformity check box. This will enable access to the uniformity controls and will apply the settings to your image. 3-40 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 79 Otherwise, it may not be possible to brighten the corners (typically the dimmest areas of the screen) enough. i.e., the best uniformity is a compromise between the brightest and darkest areas of the screen. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-41 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 80 Configuration menu, then go to the Geometry and Color menu and select Edge Blending. The Advanced Edge Blending option opens the second page of the Edge Blending submenu. 3-42 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 81 • Show Blending Overlap turns your defined blend width area to solid grey so that, if needed, simply overlapping the grey bars can seamlessly align two adjacent images. Toggle the Show Blending Overlap off to reactivate the blend effect. Blending Overlap appears as Reserved when Christie TWIST is NOTE: installed.
  • Page 82 (User 1, 2, 3, or 4) with these adjustments. The two menus differ only in their user interface, so use whichever menu best suits your needs and NOTE: application. A color meter can help with adjustments. 3-44 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 83 Values displayed in the Color Saturation menu, will fluctuate as you use the projector, and will be different when you return to this menu in the future. These floating changes do not affect the x/y coordinates or gamut. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-45 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 84 Edge blending must be enabled in order to use the Black Level Blending features. The use of Black Level Blending feature and the use of Christie TWIST module are mutually exclusive. If Christie TWIST is installed and Black Level Blending is desired: 1.
  • Page 85 HDCP repeater negotiations with the source player. When the FUNC+HELP key combination is pressed, the tiling settings will be cleared. HINT: Tiled warps/keystones can be enabled through Christie TWIST 1.6; Refer to the Christie TWIST User NOTE: Manual.
  • Page 86 • TEST PATTERN COLOR SWAP This function swaps the green and red color when drawing the Grid test pattern, and may be helpful when adjusting convergence on the projector. 3-48 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 87: Lamp Menu

    In Auto-Select Single Lamp mode, a failure of a lamp to strike will cause a switch to the other lamp. This option is not enabled for DLV models, which are restricted to operate in Dual Lamp Use mode only. Single Lamp mode, available for DLV models only. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-49 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 88 Enter the serial number for the specified lamp. This will apply the serial number to the current lamp statistics file. It will not perform the archiving as done by the CHANGE LAMP function. 3-50 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 89: Secondary Input Switching Menu

    Matching Colors in Multiple Screens In a multiple-projector wall, you will likely want to precisely match color and intensity from image-to-image so that the full wall is as uniform as possible. Mirage M Series User Manual 3-51 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 90 • 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. 3-52 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 91 3-39 C X/Y V IGURE ALUES ROJECTORS 5. In each projector, judge by eye and adjust x/y coordinates slightly in the following manner: Mirage M Series User Manual 3-53 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 92 Adjustments here define new x/y coordinates in the Color Adjustments by X,Y menu. For best results, use this menu after doing the color adjustment procedure. 3-41 C IGURE OLOR ATCHING SING OLOR ATURATION 3-54 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 93: 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 94: Requirements

    • Any 3D computer software that supports active or sequential 3D stereo on a supported computer/graphic card. • A video stream from video source that has been prepared to be sequential content. The Mirage M Series also supports stereo signals prepared on either a compatible Dual and Single link HDSDI format.
  • Page 95 3D Stereo Sync Cable - 3D Stereo Sync Cable. NOTE: For Mirage M Series models, inputs A and B are not required, but recommended to ensure that stereo is configured correctly, especially for multiple projector setups. Figure 43 - Mirage M Series 3D Stereo Sync Cable Connecting Two Stereo 3D Sync Inputs (Recommended for multiple sources).

  • Page 96: Active And Passive Stereo 3D Configurations

    Stereo 3D Configuration: With Passive Glasses. Figure 44 - Mirage M Series - Typical Stereo 3D Configuration: With Active Glasses Figure 45 - Mirage M Series - Typical Stereo 3D Configuration: With Passive Glasses Appropriate Stereo 3D Source: Use stereo 3D application software with your 3D video source (usually a workstation or PC).
  • Page 97 3D State: Informs you what state the projector is in: Off, Missing Secondary Signal, Not Frame Locked, Secondary Frequency Mismatch, High Bandwidth Not Supported, Stereo Sync Not Detected, Stereo Sync Invalid, and Invalid Frequency. This is read only. NOTE: Mirage M Series User Manual 3-59 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 98 To verify that your 3D is setup correctly, a small set of “L”s will be visible when you close your right eye and a small set of “R”s will be visible when you close your left eye. 3-60 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 99: Example Of 3D Multiple Display Setup

    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. For the last projector, route the sync input. NOTE: Mirage M Series User Manual 3-61 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 100 NOTE: The default auto setup value is typically good for all glasses. 16. Turn off the 3D test pattern on each projector. Your 3D content should look optimal. 3-62 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 101 Section 3: Operation 3-47 E 3D M IGURE XAMPLE OF ULTIPLE ISPLAY ETUP Mirage M Series User Manual 3-63 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 103: 4: Web User Interface

    Both entries are case-sensitive. 4-1 L 4-2 L IGURE ANGUAGE DROP DOWN LIST IGURE OGIN 4. Click the Login button. The Main window (see Figure 4-3) appears. 4-3 M IGURE AIN WINDOW Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 11-2010...

  • Page 104: Navigating The Web User Interface

    Help button, if available. See Figure 4-4. To disable this feature, go to Admin>System>Tooltip: Hide. Help text is NOTE: 4-4 H IGURE OUSE XAMPLE not available for a disabled button. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 11-2010...

  • Page 105: Basic Operation

    • Green = Good • Yellow = Warning • Red = Error For more information about each LED, click a category for details. 4-5 C IGURE ATEGORY TATUS XAMPLE Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11/2010)

  • Page 106: Main Tabbed Page - Lens

    S DEFAULT SET- ENABLED DEPENDING ON THE CUR- TINGS REFER TO ECTION OSD. C RENT STATE OF THE PERATION FOR MORE DETAILS TROL OF THE IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE REMOTE Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 11-2010...
  • Page 107 2. Click to highlight the field entry. If you click the menu option, the field cannot be edited. NOTE: 3. Edit the field entry. 4. Press Enter to save your changes. 4-8 S IGURE ELECT UMERIC IELD Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11/2010)

  • Page 108: Admin Tabbed Page - System

    Under the Admin tabbed page, select the System secondary tab to upgrade, upload, backup and restore specific files, change the Logo position, background color, gamma properties, and select the interrogation level. 4-10 A IGURE DMIN INDOW Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 11-2010...
  • Page 109 OK. The color square changes to the selected color. c. Click the Upload button to display the Logo Upload window. Click Yes or No to confirm or cancel the upload. An Upload in Progress window appears. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11/2010)

  • Page 110: Admin Tabbed Page- Users

    If capitalization is used for the username or password, it will automatically convert it to lower case. Usernames can be a minimum of 4 and maximum of 32 characters. passwords can be a minimum of 4 and maximum of 128 characters. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 11-2010...

  • Page 111: Advanced Tabbed Page - Rte

    • Copy, clone an existing event • Stop, discontinue the event running • GPIO Setup, used to configure the GPIO pins as inputs/outputs and to set the current state of the output pins Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11/2010)
  • Page 112 : Serial Representation box is read only. NOTE • Click the Help button for a description of special RTE commands available for adding loops and delays to the command sequence. 4-10 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 11-2010...
  • Page 113 (i.e. Input Change > Input 1, Slot 1). See Figure 4-18 Add System Event. 4-18 A IGURE YSTEM VENT Mirage M Series User Manual 4-11 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11/2010)
  • Page 114 3. Select a DMX channel (DMX-56 to DMX-61) from the drop-down list as shown in Figure. Refer to Section 3: Operation for detailed information. 4-21 DMX C IGURE HANNEL VENT 4-12 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 11-2010...

  • Page 115: About Tabbed Page

    Provides information about the projector’s software version, model, serial number, and license information. 4-22 A IGURE ERIAL OMMAND The information provided on the Version and NOTE: License tabs are read-only. Mirage M Series User Manual 4-13 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11/2010)

  • Page 117: Maintenance Of The Cooling System

    Do not obstruct the air exchange to the projector. NOTE: 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 118: Maintenance Of Optics

    Maintenance of optical components requires a qualified service technician. Inspect exposed optical surfaces periodically in a clean, dust-free environment using a flashlight. Never touch an optical surface with your bare hands. Always wear latex lab gloves. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 119: Cleaning The Lens

    Turn off the lamps using the remote keypad or the built-in keypad with the lamp OFF command (see Step 5) or by opening the lamp door. The lamps will turn off automatically when the lamp door is open. NOTE: Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 120 If the lamps were turned off with the OFF command in step 1, they will have to be manually NOTES: 1) turned on. If the lamps were turned off by opening the door, then they will automatically turn on again when the door is closed. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 121: Power

    3. For suspected communication failures, power-down the projector and try again. 4. If the lamp does not ignite after the second attempt and after powering down and up again (complete AC power down, then replace the lamp. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 122: Lamp Suddenly Turns Off

    6. Using the XLR connector, use the remote as a “wired” keypad. If it does work and all the IR sensors have been enabled, then there may be a problem with the IR sensors. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 123: Osd

    Free run not to Frame Lock. 3. Display a test pattern on the screen, pressing the Test button on the remote keypad. The test pattern should be displayed correctly. If not, contact your dealer for assistance. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 124: Image Appears 'Squeezed' Or Vertically Stretched Into Center Of Screen

    6.7.10 Display Quality Appears to Drift from Good to Bad, Bad to Good 1. The source input signal may be of low quality. 2. The H or V frequency of the input may have changed at the source end. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 125: Display Has Suddenly Frozen

    4. If the distance between the input source device and the projector is greater than 25 feet, signal amplifica- tion/conditioning may be required. 5. If the source is a VCR or off-air broadcast, detail may be set too high. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 126: Web Interface

    “File Download” options are enabled, then click OK. Once the Warning window displays, click OK. 4. Using the Internet Option window, select Local intranet, then click Custom Level. Repeat Step 3. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 127 Section 6: Troubleshooting IGURE Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 129: 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 HD (1920x1080p) (H x V square pixels)

  • Page 130: Luminance Uniformity

    Range of Adjustment 3200 K - 9300 K Tracking (deviation from normal over full ±500 K max range from 10 – 100 IRE) Stability (during rated lamp life) ±500 K max Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 131: Convergence

    0 bright, 0 dark Blue 0 bright, 2 dark non-adjacent 7.1.13 Image Artifacts Evaluate on multi-burst or fine grid test pattern No visible artifacts with observer at 1 full screen height from image Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 132: Picture Centering (With 1.4-1.8:1 Hd Lens)

    Manual over-ride permissible for zoom and focus 7.2.5 Projection Lens Compatibility Lens type Reverse Telecentric Internal-focus Motorized zoom and focus with position feedback NOTE: Calculated Throw distance values are subject to a ±5% lens tolerance Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 133: Iris

    7.2.9 Shutter Open Light transmitted to projection lens Closed All light blocked - no light on screen Activation Operation in less than 0.25 seconds. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 134: Lamps

    Native format adjustment Optional global aspect ratio setting can be set for projector allowing for automatic scaling of all input images to required output format Arbitrary Gamma User definable gamma curves Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 135: Image Processor Performance

    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 MPixel/s analog Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 136: Video Decoder Input

    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 Flow control Xon/Xoff Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 137: Rs-422

    AC Input Coupler 15 A, 250 VAC Type of connector IEC 320-C14 with wire cable clamp Line Cord 14AWG type FT1 with plug, NEMA 5-15P, 15A Inrush Current 60 A max Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 138: Lamp Specification

    Maximum product dimensions (L x W x H) 561mm (22.1”) x 500mm (19.7”) x 247mm (9.75”) (with lens removed) Maximum shipping dimensions (L x W x H) 775mm (30.5”) x 698.5mm (27.5”) x 584mm (23”) 7-10 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 139: Adjustment

    7.9.1 Temperature/Humidity/Altitude Operating temperature range 5 to 40 degrees C Storage temperature range -40 to 70 degrees C Humidity range 10% to 80%, non condensing Operating Altitude 10,000 ft. maximum Mirage M Series User Manual 7-11 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 140: Accessories And Service Components

    This product conforms to the following regulations related to product safety, environmental requirements and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). • FCC Part 15, Subpart B Class A; CISPR22/EN55022; CISPR24/EN55024 • UL 60950-1 First Edition; CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 First edition; • IEC60950-1:2001 • 2002/95/EC RoHS 7-12 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 141: Mirage M Series Menu Tree

    Appendix A: Menu Tree A.1 Mirage M Series Menu Tree Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 143 Appendix A: Menu Tree Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-01 Rev.1 (6-2010)
  • Page 144 (6-2010) Rev.1 020-100575-01 Manual User Series Mirage Tree Menu Appendix...
  • Page 145 Appendix A: Menu Tree Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-01 Rev.1 (6-2010)

  • Page 147: Gpio Port

    GPIO 3 Pin 8 GPIO 5 Pin 9 GPIO 7 The serial cable required for connecting the external device to the projector’s GPIO connector, must be compatible with the external device. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 148 Inputs, pins 6, 7, 8 & 9 are Outputs The strings in the commands refer to pins 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 in order from left to right. NOTE: Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 149: Dmx And Real Time Events

    You must ensure that any interim or final lens positions, at any time during the lens movement, do not enter the keep out area. C-1 L IGURE ONTROL IMITATIONS Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)

  • Page 150: Dmx Channel Setup

    Projector 3 (18 ch) Projector 3 (38 ch) Table C.3 “Show personality” Incorrect Example Base Channel All projectors using Show Personality(Incorrect) Projector 1 (18 ch) Projector 2 (18 ch) Projector 3 (18 ch) Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 151 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet Mirage M Series Setup Personality Default Channel Group Name Description Notes Value No Channel changes will be applied when this control is 0-171 Locked locked. Channel changes made Safety Slider Lock 172-255 Unlocked while the slider is locked will be applied once the slider becomes unlocked.
  • Page 152 50% 335 Watt / 175 Watt ..100% 370 Watt / 200 Watt Setup 0-85 Auto Select Single lamp Will not change lamp mode on Lamp Mode Functions 172-255 Dual Lamp Mode default. Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 153 20-39 2D Keystone enable The list of warps depends on the Advanced Warp/keystone 40-59 Warp 1 enable warps having been saved on the Image enable ..projector by the user. 220-239 Warb 10 enable Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 154 0-85 Cancel current running RTE Events 172-255 Triggers RTE 3 Reserved Reserved for future expansion No reset Reserved Reserved for future expansion No reset Mirage M Series Show Personality Default Channel Group Name Description Notes Value No channel changes will be...
  • Page 155 Will not change power state on default. Reserved Reserved for future expansion No Reset Reserved Reserved for future expansion No Reset Mirage M Series ZAP Personality Default Channel Group Name Description Notes Value If a value of 0 is set, the shutter 0-85 Black screen (Picture mute ON) will be closed.
  • Page 156 0 to 255 Scaled as % of total control Image Size range, which is 200 to 4000 0 to 255 Scaled as % of total control Image Vertical Stretch range, which is 200 to 3000 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 157 120-124 Flat Grey 125-129 Black 130-134 Checker 135-139 13 Point 140-144 Color Bars 145-149 Aspect Ratio 150-154 Edge Blen 155-159 Boresight 171 EXECUTE Image Freeze 200-209 Freeze image 210-219 Unfreeze image Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 158 0 to 255 Scaled as % of total range, Colormetry Contrast which is 0 to 100 0 to 255 Scaled as % of total range, Colormetry Gamma which is -100 to 100 C-10 Mirage M Series User Manual 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
  • Page 159 40-49 Triggers RTE 4 Real Time 50-59 Triggers RTE 5 Events 60-69 Triggers RTE 6 70-79 Triggers RTE 7 86 LOAD 171 EXECUTE Reserved Reserved for future expansion Reserved Reserved for future expansion Mirage M Series User Manual C-11 020-100575-02 Rev. 1 (11-2010)
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