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  • Page 1 M Series U S E R M A N U A L 020-100009-05...
  • Page 3 M Series U S E R M A N U A L 020-100009-05...
  • 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 ........3-32 3.9 Lamp Menu..........................3-51 3.10 Input Switching & PIP Menu ....................3-54 3.11 Status ............................3-56 3.12 Using Multiple Projectors......................3-56 3.13 Remote Control of the Projector....................3-60 3.14 Alarm Conditions ........................3-60 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 6 6.7.3 Image Appears ‘Squeezed’ or Vertically Stretched into Center of Screen......6-4 6.7.4 The Display is Jittery or Unstable..................6-4 6.7.5 The Display is Faint ......................6-4 6.7.6 The Upper Portion of the Display is Waving, Tearing or Jittering........6-4 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 7 7.2.9 Constant Lamp Output Management ...................7-6 7.2.10 Shutter ..........................7-7 7.2.11 Lamps..........................7-7 7.2.12 Status LED.........................7-7 7.2.13 Electronics/SW .........................7-7 7.3 Image Processor Performance .....................7-8 7.4 Input (Source Signal) Compatibility ...................7-8 7.4.1 Analog (Only) Input......................7-8 7.4.2 Twin HDMI Input........................7-8 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 8 7.10 Accessories and Service Components ..................7-13 7.10.1 Service Components ......................7-13 7.11 Regulatory..........................7-14 A: Menu Tree A.1 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 M Series Projectors Model Name Part Number DLV-1400-DL 118-044109-XX...

  • 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 IMPORTANT! during installation. 1. Rotate the lens clamp to the OPEN position, see Figure 2-1 Locking Clamp Open. 2-1 L IGURE OCKING LAMP M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 16 IGURE 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 17 • Dual Link DVI Input Card, connect a single or dual DVI video signal to the DVI-I connector, an analog video signal to the DVI-I connector or an analog video signal to the VGA connector. The DVI signal may contain HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection). M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 20 Lamps. The lamp doors are fitted with safety interlocks which switch the lamp off when the door is opened. The lamp doors are provided with clear windows to indicate when the lamps are on. 2-8 A IGURE BOUT THE ROJECTOR RONT M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 21: Installation Considerations

    Considerations • Does not take up audience space. • Installation is more permanent. • Projector is unobtrusive. • It is more difficult to access the projector. • Projector cannot be accidentally moved. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 22 The audience sitting within the viewing cone area will see a brighter image than those sitting just outside the area. 2-9 - F 2-10 - C IGURE CREEN IGURE URVED CREEN M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 23 As a rule, be no closer than 1.5 times the width of the screen. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 24: 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 25 Table 2.4, Table 2.5 Table 2.6 each show the horizontal offset of a lens type. See Figure 2-13 Horizontal Offset Examples. M Series User Manual 2-11 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 26 ±45% ±315 pixels ALL OTHER LENSES ±50% ±350 pixels Offsets are subject to ±7% centering tolerance. % Offset = # of pixels of offset/half horizontal NOTES: 1) panel resolution x 100. 2-12 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 27 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-12 V IGURE ERTICAL FFSET XAMPLES M Series User Manual 2-13 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 28 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-13 H IGURE ORIZONTAL FFSET XAMPLES 2-14 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 29: 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. Refer to the installation instructions and safety guidelines provided in the kit.

  • Page 30: Basic Optical Alignment

    Figure 2-16 Folded Optical Path . The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set - if considering this type of installation call your dealer for assistance. 2-16 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 31: Advanced Optical Alignment

    4. Use a 5mm Allen™ key to loosen the 3 locking setscrews on the lens mount, see Figure 2-19 Screw Locations, below. The setscrews must be backed out several turns, so that they do not contact the NOTE: inner lens mount plate. M Series User Manual 2-17 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 32 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. 2-18 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 33: 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 2-21. 2. Select Yes. M Series User Manual 2-19 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 34: 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 35 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 36 Ethernet port to a hub belonging to the network. A controller or PC must also be connected to the hub, see Figure 2-26 Ethernet Network Setup. A wireless router can be used to NOTE: communicate to the projectors via 802.11b/g. 2-22 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 37 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. M Series User Manual 2-23 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 38 I/O devices. Refer to Appendix Figure B-1- GPIO Connector complete details on pin configuration and how to program the GPIO. 2-28 I IGURE NPUT ANEL 2-24 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 39: 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. M Series User Manual 2-25 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 40: Connecting Sources

    The PWR on the left side indicates power is applied, and that the card is initialized. The LEDs to the right side of the corresponding connectors indicate that a valid signal is detected. In the case of the output’s, the LED indicates a signal is currently being looped out. 2-26 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 41 2 analog signals at the same time. There are 4 LEDs on the module faceplate. PWR indicates power is applied and the card is initialized, and the other 3 on the right side of the corresponding connectors indicate that a valid signal has been detected. M Series User Manual 2-27 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 42 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. 2-28 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 43 2-29 U IGURE SE OF ISTRIBUTION Christie loop-through may be used to set up a tiling array (see Figure 2-29 Figure 2-34). The system allows wiring providing the HDCP requirement is met when HDCP is used by the source. The cascade level of devices must be less than 7 levels deep.
  • Page 44 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-30 1 IGURE IRING OLUTION 2-31 2 IGURE IRING OLUTION 2-32 2 IGURE THROUGH WIRING SOLUTION 2-30 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 45 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-33 2 IGURE INGLE WIRING LOOP THROUGH NO PIP IS SUPPORTED 2-34 3 IGURE THROUGH WIRING SOLUTION M Series User Manual 2-31 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 47: 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 48: Remote Keypad

    Section 3: Operation Remote Keypad 3-1 R IGURE EMOTE EYPAD M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 49 • 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 50: Remote Keypad Commands

    Brightness 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: M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 51 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 52 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 53 IGHT RROW list without having to first scroll through options or navigate within a menu, pull-down list or text box. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 54: Navigating The Menus

    NTER use the arrow keys to access the remainder of the menu. Locked items or items that do not pertain to the current action or condition appear dimmed and cannot be selected. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 55 (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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 56 IGHT 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 57 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 M Series User Manual 3-11 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 58: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 59 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 M Series User Manual 3-13 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 60: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 61 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 M Series User Manual 3-15 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 62 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 63: 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. M Series User Manual 3-17 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 64: Size And Position Menu

    Blanking is set first, which defines an Active Input Area; Resize Preset scaling will occur in this region of interest only. Resizing options are explained 3-18 R IGURE ESIZE RESETS below. 3-18 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 65 • FULL SIZE uses all pixels for displaying the image, regardless of source or original aspect ratio. Incoming source material having a different aspect ratio than the projector will be stretched for display. 3-21 F IGURE M Series User Manual 3-19 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 66 “half on, half off” graphic image, such as the Windows 2000 shutdown screen. Adjust the slide bar until the vertical stripes broaden to the point where one large stripe fills the image. If the image still exhibits some shimmer or noise, adjust Pixel Phase (below). 3-20 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 67 “Blank” settings. For example, if you have blanked (cropped) 100 pixels from both the left and right edges of an incoming source of 1400 x 1050, the remaining active input window will be reduced to 1200 x 1050. M Series User Manual 3-21 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 68: 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). 3-22 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 69 AGC circuit to ensure properly bright images. Delete the checkmark 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. M Series User Manual 3-23 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 70 “noisy” video signal, or if a graphics signal appears overly “soft”. Both instances indicate that “Filter” may be set to the wrong option. 3-24 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 71 50 and that color temperature is properly set up on an internal greyscale test pattern. Refer to 3.1.1 Remote Keypad Commands, “AUTO”. 3-28 I IGURE NPUT EVELS M Series User Manual 3-25 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 72 5. Delete the “Auto” checkmark and leave the Input Levels menu. IMPORTANT: Do not use Input Levels to adjust color temperature. This will distort contrast and brightness functions as well as color temperature. 3-26 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 73 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. M Series User Manual 3-27 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 74 Select from one of the standard tables, a custom gamma function, or select an arbitrary gamma table that has been downloaded to the projector. A separate PC utility is NOTE: needed to do this. 3-30 G IGURE AMMA URVE 3-28 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 75 Changing inputs, channels or test patterns will disable this control. PIP operation must be disabled prior to enabling NOTE: this control. M Series User Manual 3-29 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 76 Dynamic Iris mode is changed, then when switching back to Dual Lamp mode, the Dynamic Iris setting will remain at the current setting. The user will have to specifically go and set it back to “Per Channel”. 3-30 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 77 It is often best to adjust the sensitivity and white compression together to find the optimal settings. • COPY FROM This control allows you to copy the Dynamic Iris Settings from an existing profile to the current profile. M Series User Manual 3-31 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 78: Configuration - Adjusting System Parameters And Advanced Controls

    This control sets the amount of time (in seconds) that it takes to fade the image to/from black. The OSD NOTE: only allows the fade time to be set. To initiate a Fade to Black, the Christie Serial command should be used. 3-32 M Series User Manual...
  • Page 79 • LCD BACKLIGHT TIMER Set how long the LCD backlight stays on (in seconds) when in timer mode. • LCD BACKLIGHT LEVEL Sets the LCD backlight brightness level. Maximum 25/Minimum 0. M Series User Manual 3-33 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 80 Adjust the appearance, content and/or location of on-screen menus and messages. • LARGE MENU FONT Enter a checkmark to enlarge menus and their text. To adjust Menu Location to accommodate the increased menu area. 3-34 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 81 • 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 82 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 83 Enable or disable the IR sensor on the rear of the projector. • WIRED KEYPAD ENABLED Enable or disable the interface for the wired keypad on the rear of the projector. M Series User Manual 3-37 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 84 .i.e. If the Show Personality is selected, the Base Channel may be in the range 1-494. If the Setup Personality is selected, the Base Channel may be in the range 1-474. 3-38 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 85 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 86 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. 3-40 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 87 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: M Series User Manual 3-41 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 88 • If you prefer maximum brightness rather than a particular color temperature, select Max Drives. 3-35 13-P IGURE OINT ATTERN IMPORTANT! Do not change User 1 Color Adjustment in color- matched applications! 3-42 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 89 If you do not want to use or apply Brightness Uniformity settings, delete the checkmark from the Uniformity Enable check box at the top of the Brightness Uniformity menu. Bottom defined by the slope. NOTE: M Series User Manual 3-43 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 90 Configuration menu, then go to the 3-37 E Geometry and Color menu and select Edge IGURE LENDING ONCEPT Blending. The Advanced Edge Blending option opens the second page of the Edge Blending submenu. 3-44 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 91 • 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 92 They can be applied at any time in the Advanced Image Settings menu (“Select Color Adjustment”), and are not adjustable. 3-46 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 93 Adjust the hue of each primary color (red, green, blue, and white) by using more or less of it in relation to the other colors. M Series User Manual 3-47 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 94 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 95 NOTE: automatically correct for frame delay issues which may occur in 3 row tiling. When this checkbox is set, and using 3 row tiling, the manual frame delay control is disabled. M Series User Manual 3-49 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 96 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 97: Lamp Menu

    Select the operational mode to be assigned to the lamp(s) from the Lamp Operation drop-down list. If a lamp fails to strike on the first attempt, you can attempt upto 3 more strikes. 3-39 L IGURE M Series User Manual 3-51 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 98 : When operating in Constant Intensity mode on DLV projector NOTE models, the Intensity slidebar will adjust both the lamp intensity and the Dynamic Iris position to maintain the required intensity. YELLOW NOTCH FILTER Refer to 3.7 Image Settings Menu. 3-52 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 99 The current lamp appears at the bottom of the list. This entry is added automatically when you record a new serial number during the lamp change process. See CHANGE LAMP - Submenu. M Series User Manual 3-53 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 100: Input Switching & Pip Menu

    Short cut: Press PIP on the Remote if menu not present. Toggle between displaying two sources at once (Main and PIP images) and the primary or main source only. This check box turns the secondary source on and off. 3-54 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 101 Seamless switching is only available when free run is selected. NOTE: When switching to a new input with frame locking enabled, the image will be black for the short period while the system locks onto the new input. M Series User Manual 3-55 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 102: Status

    Alternatively, you may want to add projectors to a hub on an Ethernet network. See Figure 2-25 Mixed Network for full routing details. 3-56 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 103 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. M Series User Manual 3-57 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 104 3-42 C X/Y V IGURE ALUES ROJECTORS 5. In each projector, judge by eye and adjust x/y coordinates slightly in the following manner: 3-58 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 105 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. 3-44 C IGURE OLOR ATCHING SING OLOR ATURATION M Series User Manual 3-59 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 106: 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 107: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 09-2010...

  • Page 108: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 09-2010...

  • Page 109: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09/2010)

  • Page 110: Main Tabbed Page - Lens

    MANUFACTURE 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 09-2010...
  • Page 111 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09/2010)

  • Page 112: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 09-2010...
  • Page 113 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09/2010)

  • Page 114: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 09-2010...

  • Page 115: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09/2010)
  • Page 116 • : 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 09-2010...
  • Page 117 (i.e. Input Change > Input 1, Slot 1). See Figure 4-18 Add System Event. 4-18 A IGURE YSTEM VENT M Series User Manual 4-11 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09/2010)
  • Page 118 2. Select the DMX Channel Event tab. 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 09-2010...

  • Page 119: About Tabbed Page

    4.3.8 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. M Series User Manual 4-13 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09/2010)

  • Page 121: 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 122: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 123: 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: M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 124 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 125: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 126: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 127: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 128: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 129: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 130: 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 131 Section 6: Troubleshooting IGURE M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 133: Image Performance

    7 Specifications This section provides detailed 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...

  • Page 134: Contrast

    0.045 ±.025 7.1.7 Gamma Default Gamma (all points from 10 to 90 2.2 + linear segment IRE) Adjustable Gamma range 1.0 to 3.0 7.1.8 Grayscale/Color Resolution Resolution 10 bits (non-linear) min. (Gamma encoded) M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 135: Color Temperature

    Measurements must be done on horizontal and vertical test pattern lines that intersect the center of the image). (Figure applicable to both 1080p and SXGA+) Measurement Maximum Convergence Area Error (Pixels) Zone A Zone B Zone C M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 136: Blemishes

    Fog filter Filter access Service-interchangeable via access panel 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 137: Ils (Intelligent Lens System)

    Lens ILS 2.0-2.8SX+/1.8-2.6HD 118-100113-xx 2.05-2.87 2.0-2.8 1.8-2.6 1.8-2.6 Zoom Lens ILS 2.8-4.5SX+/2.6-4.1HD 118-100114-xx 2.87-4.61 2.8-4.5 2.6-4.1 2.6-4.1 Lens ILS 4.5-7.5SX+/4.1-6.9HD 118-100115-xx 4.61-7.69 4.5-7.5 4.1-6.9 4.1-6.9 Lens ILS 7.5-11.2SX+/6.9-10.4HD 118-100116-xx 7.69-11.48 7.5-11.2 6.9-10.4 6.9-10.4 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 138: Dynamic Iris

    Configurable per channel Only available on HD and WU units. 7.2.9 Constant Lamp Output Management  Automatically adjusts lamp output to maintain LiteLOC constant lumens setting within operating range of lamp. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 139: Shutter

    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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 140: Image Processor Performance

    1 dual link DVI-I 1 analog 15-pin VGA 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 141: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 142: Ethernet

    Power output 12 V ±5% @ 400mA maximum 7.5.8 Built-In Keypad and Display Key type Soft-touch keys Display type Graphics LCD backlight 7.5.9 AMX/Crestron Support AMX Device Discovery Partner Crestron Integrated Partner 7-10 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 143: Power Requirements

    13.2 A 8.3 A 350 W WXGA 12.7 A 8.0 A 300 W WXGA 11.4 A 7.4 A 200 W WXGA 8.7 A 6.1 A 150 W WXGA 7.4 A 5.4 A M Series User Manual 7-11 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 144: Lamp Specification

    Air filters, fans, lamps 7.8.2 Serviceability Time to replace any option card 1 minute Time to replace lamp 1 minute Time to replace projection lens 30 seconds Time to replace air filter 1 minute 7-12 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 145: Environment

    Lamp (200W); DS+6K-M, HD6K-M, 003-100856-XX DLV1920-DL, DLV1400-DL Lamp (350W); HD10K-M, Roadster HD10K-M, 003-100857-XX DS+10K-M, Roadster S+10K-M Air Filter Dust M Series (Package of 6) 118-100104-XX Air Filter Fog M Series (Package of 6) 118-100105-XX M Series User Manual 7-13 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 146: Regulatory

    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 7-14 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 147: M Series Menu Tree

    Appendix A: Menu Tree A.1 M Series Menu Tree M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 149 Appendix A: Menu Tree M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev.1 (09-2010)
  • Page 151 Appendix A: Menu Tree M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev.1 (09-2010)

  • Page 153: Gpio Port

    Pin 7 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 154 Reply of pin configurations - pins 2, 3 & 4 are 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: M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 155: 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)

  • Page 156: 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) M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 157 Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet 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 158 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 159 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 160 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 M Series Show Personality Default Channel Group Name Description Notes Value No channel changes will be...
  • Page 161 Will not change power state on default. Reserved Reserved for future expansion No Reset Reserved Reserved for future expansion No Reset M Series ZAP VIP Projector Yoke 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 162 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 163 115-119 White 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 164 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 165 171 EXECUTE projector by the user. Output Color 180-184 Warp/keystone disable 185-189 2D Keystone enable 190-194 Warp 1 enable ..240-244 Warp 11 enable M Series User Manual C-11 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
  • Page 166 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 C-12 M Series User Manual 020-100009-05 Rev. 1 (09-2010)
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