Christie RPMSP-500Xe 38-GFX208-xx Installation Manual

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Overview

Tools Required
013-100147 Rev.1 (06/05)
1. Overview................................................................................................................ page 1
2. Unpacking the Projector................................................................................................. 2
3. Projector Configuration ................................................................................................. 2
4. Projector Throw Distance and Mounting ....................................................................... 9
5. Projection Lens Focus .................................................................................................... 9
6. Adjusting the 6-Axis Adjuster ...................................................................................... 10
7. Software Setup Guide for First Time Installations ....................................................... 11
Appendix A: Projector Dimensions & Throw Distance.................................................... 13
Use this guide together with the User's Manual for complete installation, operation
and maintenance information. This guide provides all the necessary setup information
to successfully install any of the following RPMSP Series projectors in rear screen -
lens horizontal or rear screen - lens vertical configurations:
RPMSP-500Xe 38-GFX208-xx (0.7:1 lens)
RPMSP-500Xe 38-GFX209-xx (1.16:1 lens)
RPMSP-D100U 38-GFX210-xx (0.7:1 lens)
RPMSP-D100U 38-GFX211-xx (1.16:1 lens)
In general, the following steps must be completed to successfully setup your
projector:
1. Unpack the projector.
2. Choose the projector's configuration; lens-vertical or lens-horizontal.
3. Calculate throw distance, position and mount projector.
4. Connect sources.
5. Power projector on.
6. Adjust projection lens for focus and lateral image color.
7. Adjust software to optimize image on one or multiple screens.
It is recommended that you keep all manuals with the projector for quick and easy
reference. NOTES: 1) Unless otherwise stated, the information provided in this guide
applies to all RPMSP projector models. 2) All illustrations are a graphical
representation only and may not exactly represent your specific projector model. Use
as reference only.
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The following tools and hardware are required for projector installation:
mounting hardware (shipped with the projector)
#1 Phillips screwdriver
assorted ball drivers (provided in User's Kit)
User Manual and Installation Guide
RPMSP Series

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Summary of Contents for Christie RPMSP-500Xe 38-GFX208-xx

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This guide provides all the necessary setup information to successfully install any of the following RPMSP Series projectors in rear screen - lens horizontal or rear screen - lens vertical configurations: • RPMSP-500Xe 38-GFX208-xx (0.7:1 lens) • RPMSP-500Xe 38-GFX209-xx (1.16:1 lens) •...
  • Page 2: Unpacking The Projector

    RPMSP Series Installation Guide The projector is carefully packaged in a way as to protect it from any unnecessary Unpacking shipping damage. the Projector When unpacking the projector: • Remove all packaging material from around the projector. Make sure all vents are clear and no scrap pieces of material are lying in between modules.
  • Page 3 RPMSP Series Installation Guide 3. Remove the cooling duct from the PHM. (Figure 1.) (a) Disconnect the fan harness. (b) Remove the top bracket to the lamp housing – 3 screws. (c) Remove the 2 screws securing the cooling duct to the side of the housing.
  • Page 4 RPMSP Series Installation Guide Figure 4. Mounting Brackets Required for Changing Projector Configuration 9. Flip the PHM so the lens is facing up in the lens vertical configuration. (Figure 5.) 10. Tilt the PHM up slightly and slide it forward until it engages with the two tabs on the front mounting bracket.
  • Page 5 RPMSP Series Installation Guide Figure 8. Install cooling duct Figure 9. 13. Cover the two open slots in the PHM (where the lens-horizontal mounting brackets fit into the module) with the two all-black labels. Covering these slots will prevent any excess light from passing through and reflecting onto the optical mirror and screen used in typical lens-vertical rear projection applications.
  • Page 6 RPMSP Series Installation Guide Uncovered slots allow light to pass Slots covered through Projection Head Module Figure 10. Cover slots in PHM For RPMSP-D100U NOTE: When changing the configuration of the D100U projector you must also change the position of the adjuster on the bottom mounting plate, as well as install a new PHM mounting bracket to suit the new orientation of the optical unit.
  • Page 7 RPMSP Series Installation Guide 7. Loosen the single hex screw on the connector between the PHM and DLM. Figure 13. Figure 13. 8. Turn the DLM module 15 degrees counter-clockwise and gently pull the two modules apart. Set the DLM back down in the horizontal position. Figure 14. Figure 14.
  • Page 8 RPMSP Series Installation Guide Figure 16. 16. Lower the PHM/DLM assembly onto the adjuster and secure to the mounting brackets (2 screws each). Figure 17. Figure 17.
  • Page 9: Projector Throw Distance And Mounting

    RPMSP Series Installation Guide In any projector setup the goal is to get the brightest, sharpest image possible on Projector screen. One of the first ways to achieve this is to position the projector at the right Throw Distance distance from the screen by calculating throw distance and then aligning it so that it is perpendicular and the lens is centered to the screen.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The 6-Axis Adjuster

    RPMSP Series Installation Guide To adjust the geometry or lateral color of an image, do the following: 1. Loosen the lock screw (D) on the field curvature ring (B) until the field curvature adjustment ring (C) is loose. 2. Turn the field curvature adjustment ring (C) and adjust the image for the best possible geometry and lateral color.
  • Page 11: Software Setup Guide For First Time Installations

    RPMSP Series Installation Guide Figure 19. Most installations require some kind of software setup to optimize settings so the Software Setup projector displays the brightest and sharpest image(s). Use the following step-by-step Guide for First guide together with the User’s Manual for first time software setup. The User’s Manual describes in detail how to access and change projector software settings.
  • Page 12 RPMSP Series Installation Guide 11. Adjust H-Position and V-Position (in Size and Position menu) to re-center the image on screen. 12. Adjust Size (in Size and Position menu) first until the image is at the desired width, then adjust Vertical Stretch. Adjusting one option may have an affect on the other, repeat adjustment if necessary.
  • Page 13: Appendix A: Projector Dimensions & Throw Distance

    Appendix A Projector Dimensions & Throw Distance Refer to the following drawings for model specific dimensions, mounting locations and throw distance information.
  • Page 14 .488 TYP. PROPRIETARY B 38-GFX20X-01, Direct 01 NOT TO BE DISCLOSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN 809 WELLINGTON STREET NORTH PERMISSION OF CHRISTIE DIGITAL SYSTEMS INC SCALE MASS 33.36 LBS[15.13 KG] SHEET KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA N2G 4Y7...
  • Page 15 32.53 PROPRIETARY B 38-GFX20X-01, Vertical 01 NOT TO BE DISCLOSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN 809 WELLINGTON STREET NORTH PERMISSION OF CHRISTIE DIGITAL SYSTEMS INC SCALE MASS 33.36 LBS[15.13 KG] SHEET KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA N2G 4Y7...
  • Page 16 EXAMPLE: FOR 50" DIAGONAL IMAGE, PD2 = 1.15x40"-4.09" = 41.91" SIZE PART NUMBER ISSUE PROPRIETARY 38-GFX21X-01 NOT TO BE DISCLOSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN 809 WELLINGTON STREET NORTH PERMISSION OF CHRISTIE DIGITAL SYSTEMS INC SCALE MASS SHEET KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA N2G 4Y7...
  • Page 17 EXAMPLE: FOR 50" DIAGONAL IMAGE, PD2 = 1.15x40"+16.91" = 62.91" SIZE PART NUMBER ISSUE PROPRIETARY 38-GFX21X-01 NOT TO BE DISCLOSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN 809 WELLINGTON STREET NORTH PERMISSION OF CHRISTIE DIGITAL SYSTEMS INC SCALE MASS SHEET KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA N2G 4Y7...

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