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  • Page 1 M Series U S E R M A N U A L 020-100009-04...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.8 Configuration - Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls ........3-32 3.9 Input Switching & PIP Menu ......................3-51 3.10 Lamp Menu..........................3-52 3.11 Status ............................3-54 3.12 Using Multiple Projectors......................3-54 3.13 Remote Control of the Projector....................3-58 3.14 Alarm Conditions ........................3-58 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 4 6.5.1 The OSD Menu does not display ..................6-3 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 5 7.2.5 Projection Lens Compatibility .....................7-5 7.2.6 Dynamic Iris ........................7-6 7.2.7 Automatic Fans ........................7-6 7.2.8 Automatic Color Filtering....................7-6 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 6 7.9.1 Temperature/Humidity/Altitude...................7-13 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 Control Trigger Rules......................C-1 C.1.2 DMX Channel Setup for Multiple Projectors..............C-2...

  • Page 7: Labels And Marking

    Every effort has been made to ensure the information in this document is accurate and reliable. DISCLAIMER: 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 8: 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 9: 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 10 • 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 11: 2: Installation And Setup

    NOTES: 1) lenses such as 0.73:1 and 1.2:1. Security screws MUST be installed when hoisting the projector overhead, or installing the projector in an overhead position. 7. Remove the front lens cap. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 12 Use of the lens security screws is required if the projector is hoisted or installed in an overhead position. 2-1 L 2-2 S IGURE NSTALLATION IGURE ECURITY CREW OCATION 2-3 L IGURE LACEMENT M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 13 This prevents the line cord from inadvertent disconnection. Plug the 3-pronged plug end into a suitably rated grounded AC receptacle. Switch the projector ON. The switch is located just above the AC receptacle. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 14: Detailed Setup And Installation

    NOTE: Detailed Setup and Installation Always power down the projector and disconnect all power sources before servicing or cleaning. Section 5 Maintenance Refer to Safety Warnings and Guidelines in M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 15: About The Projector

    All source connections are made to the input panel located at the back of the projector. Any of the available optional input cards can be installed in the 4 option card slots. The slots are labelled 1 through 4. All option cards have LEDs to indicate their status. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 16 The projector includes a motorized lens mount that allows automated lens control and adjustment: vertical and horizontal offsets, zoom and focus. The lens mount can be fitted with any one of the available optional lenses – Section 7 Specifications. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 17: Installation Considerations

    Rear Screen / Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation Advantages Considerations • Projector is completely hidden. • Requires separate room. • Usually good ambient light rejection. • Installation cost is usually higher. • More difficult to access projector. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 18 This reduces it in other areas. A viewing cone, similar to that of a curved front screen installation is created. This type of screen is better suited for brightly lit rooms where the audience is situated within the viewing cone. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 19 As a rule, be no closer than 1.5 times the width of the screen. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 20: 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 21 Table 2.4, Table 2.5 Table 2.6 each show the horizontal offset of a lens type. See Figure 2-10 Horizontal Offset Examples. M Series User Manual 2-11 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 22 ±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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 23 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-9 V IGURE ERTICAL FFSET XAMPLES M Series User Manual 2-13 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 24 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-10 H IGURE ORIZONTAL FFSET XAMPLES 2-14 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 25: 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 26: Basic Optical Alignment

    Figure 2-13 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 27: Advanced Optical Alignment

    4. Use a 5mm Allen™ key to loosen the 3 locking setscrews on the lens mount, see Figure 2-16 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 2-17 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 28 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 29: Powering Down

    Web User Interface (UI) 1. From the Main Tab, Select Power>OFF. NOTE: window will display for confirmation on powering down, see Figure 2-18. 2. Select Yes. 2-18 P IGURE OWERING NTER M Series User Manual 2-19 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 30: 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 serial...
  • Page 31 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 32 Ethernet port to a hub belonging to the network. A controller or PC must also be connected to the hub, see Figure 2-23 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 33 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 2-23 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 34 I/O devices. Refer to Appendix Figure B-1- GPIO Connector complete details on pin configuration and how to program the GPIO. 2-25 I IGURE NPUT ANEL 2-24 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 35: 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 2-25 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 36: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 37 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 2-27 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 38 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 39 2-26 U IGURE SE OF ISTRIBUTION Christie loop-through may be used to set up a tiling array (see Figure 2-26 Figure 2-31). 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 40 (ROW 1, COL 1) (ROW 1, COL 2) (ROW 1, COL 3) From Source (ROW 2, COL 1) (ROW 2, COL 2) (ROW 2, COL 3) 2-29 2 IGURE THROUGH WIRING SOLUTION 2-30 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 41 (ROW 2, COL 1) (ROW 2, COL 2) (ROW 2, COL 3) 2-30 2 IGURE INGLE WIRING LOOP THROUGH NO PIP IS SUPPORTED From Source 2-31 3 IGURE THROUGH WIRING SOLUTION M Series User Manual 2-31 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 42 Section 2: Installation and Setup 2-32 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 44: 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 45 Section 3: Operation Remote Keypad 3-1 R IGURE EMOTE EYPAD M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 46 • 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 47: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 48 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 gray, causing washed-out images. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 49 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 50 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 51: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 52 (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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 53 NOTES: 1) RROW IGHT RROW NTER or R to jump between pages in an extra long pull-down list. Press E while in RROW IGHT RROW a pull-down list to cancel any change. 3-10 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 54 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 3-11 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 55: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 56 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 3-13 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 57: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 58 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 3-15 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 59 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 60: 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 3-17 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 61: 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 3-18 R IGURE ESIZE RESETS are explained below. 3-18 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 62 • 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 3-19 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 63 “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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 64 “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 3-21 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 65: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 66 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 3-23 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 67 “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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 68 Auto Color Enable Clamp Location Back Porch grayscale test pattern. Refer to 3.1.1 Input Peak Detector Remote Keypad Commands, “AUTO”. Color Enable White 3-28 I IGURE NPUT EVELS M Series User Manual 3-25 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 69 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 70 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 3-27 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 71 3.0 as the control is decreasing. The control should only be adjusted to compensate for ambient conditions. To correct a particular source only, use the Gamma control. 3-28 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 72 Selects a filter sensitivity to noise. A higher value may improve noisy sources especially for higher settings of detail. • DETAIL OVERSHOOT Minimizes ringing on the enhanced edges detail and texture effects. M Series User Manual 3-29 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 73 SD Video and HD Video - Sets the output color to a specific standard value. Adjusts the colors; red, green, blue, and white. User# - Select 1 of 4 user defined sets of color adjustments; defined in the Configuration menu. 3-30 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 74 M Series User Manual 3-31...

  • Page 75: Configuration - Adjusting System Parameters And Advanced Controls

    PIP image. Free Run sets the output to close to 60Hz for all sources. When NOTE: switching to a new input with framelocking enabled, the image will appear black for a short duration while the system locks onto the new input. 3-32 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 76 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. LENS SETTINGS • INTELLIGENT LENS SYSTEM Check this box to enable the Intelligent Lens System (ILS).
  • Page 77 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. 3-34 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 78 • 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 79 Communications - Submenu 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.
  • Page 80 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 3-37 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 81 Note that hardware termination is recommended, because software termination is only in place when the projector has 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 3-38 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 82 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 83 This will allow the user to make minor changes and attempt to reapply the corner settings. Either the co- ordinates must be adjusted, or the free run frequency must be changed to fall within the allowed bandwidth. 3-40 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 84 RUN LAMP FOR 100 HOURS— 100 hours of lamp use. For best results with new lamps, either set up brightness uniformity after this period, or do an initial setup and re-check at 100 hours. M Series User Manual 3-41 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 85 “Overall”—a higher level will likely interfere with achieving brightness uniformity and is not recommended. Ensure that overall light output remains well matched from one screen center to the next. Where necessary, increase or decrease Lamp Power slightly to recover center matches. 3-42 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 86 The Show Blending Overlap control enables or disables edge blending overlap. When enabled, this will make the size of the Edge Blending regions obvious. This control should only be used during setup. M Series User Manual 3-43 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 87 • Show Blending Overlap turns your defined blend width area to solid gray so that, if needed, simply overlapping the gray bars can seamlessly align two adjacent images. Toggle the Show Blending Overlap off 3-44 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 88 Section 3: Operation to reactivate the blend effect. Blending Overlap appears as Reserved when Christie TWIST is NOTE: installed. Other Functions For convenience, the Edge Blending submenu also includes related options for enabling a specific color and/ or test pattern, or for working with colors or the lamp. Such functions duplicate those provided elsewhere in the menu system.
  • Page 89 Adjust the slide bars or enter new specific coordinates as desired to define or change up to four “User” color gamuts needed for your environment and applications. Apply at any time in the Advanced Image Settings menu. 3-46 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 90 Similar to Edge Blending, Black Level Blending allows you to adjust the black level intensity of multiple adjacent projected images to create one large seamless display. Edge blending must be enabled in order to use the Black Level Blending features. M Series User Manual 3-47 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 91 Section 3: Operation 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. Disable use of warps or 2D Keystone. 2. Enable edge blending; if not enabled.
  • Page 92 Choose the desired internal test pattern to display, or select OFF to turn off a test pattern. Alternatively, use the T key for cycling through test patterns. • GREY LEVEL This will set the level of grey for displaying in the full gray field test pattern. M Series User Manual 3-49 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 93 • FREEZE IMAGE DURING AUTO SETUP If selected, this will hide temporary image artifacts that may appear during the auto setup procedure. 3-50 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 94: Input Switching & Pip Menu

    The controls adjust the PIP (secondary) image in the same fashion as their counter parts in the main Image Settings menu. Refer to 3.7 Image Settings Menu for details of Contrast to Advanced Image Settings. NOTE: M Series User Manual 3-51 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 95: Lamp Menu

    • Dual Lamp Use mode will use both lamps together. After 3 failed attempts to stay in Dual Lamp Use mode, the projector will switch to Single Lamp operation; however, the user-selected mode remains as Dual Lamp Mode. 3-52 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 96 A brief period with no light may occur before the other lamp becomes active. DYNAMIC IRIS Refer to Section Appendix A: Menu Tree. M Series User Manual 3-53 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 97: Status

    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. 3-54 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 98 “Max Drives” color gamut for this projector. The values shown in one (any) of the NOTE: displays. Use the “Copy From” function to copy them into a “User” gamut in one projector. M Series User Manual 3-55 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 99 3-42 C X/Y V IGURE ALUES INTO ALL ROJECTORS 6. In each projector, judge by eye and adjust x/y coordinates slightly in the following manner: 3-56 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 100 NOTE: 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 3-57 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 101: 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 102 Section 3: Operation 3-45 E IGURE XAMPLE OF LARM ONDITION M Series User Manual 3-59 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 104: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 10-2009...

  • Page 105: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 10-2009...

  • Page 106: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10/2009)

  • Page 107: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 10-2009...
  • Page 108 If you click the menu option, the field cannot be edited. NOTE: 3. Edit the field entry. 4. Press Enter to save your changes. Menu option selected Numeric field selected 4-8 S IGURE ELECT UMERIC IELD M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10/2009)

  • Page 109: 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 WINDOW M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 10-2009...
  • Page 110 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10/2009)

  • Page 111: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 10-2009...

  • Page 112: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10/2009)
  • Page 113 • : 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 10-2009...
  • Page 114 (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 4-11 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10/2009)

  • Page 115: About Tabbed Page

    HANNEL VENT 4.3.8 About Tabbed Page Provides information about the projector’s software version, model, serial number, and license information. The information provided on the Version and License tabs are read-only. NOTE: 4-12 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 10-2009...

  • Page 116: 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 117: Lamp Precautions

    Do not obstruct the air exchange to the projector. NOTE: 5.2.2 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • 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: M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • 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. M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 122: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 123: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 124: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 125: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 126: Display Has Suddenly Frozen

    Before saving a backup file, you may be prompted from a pop-up window. Disable the pop-up blocker from Main>Tools>Pop-up Blocker. Different types of toolbars have the potential to block pop-ups. NOTE: or as shown in Figure 6-1: M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 127 “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. IGURE M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 128: 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 129: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 130: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 131: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 132: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 133: Dynamic Iris

    Configurable per channel Only available on HD models. 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 134: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 135: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • 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 M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 137: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 138: 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 7-11 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 139: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 140: 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 7-13 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 141: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 142: M Series Menu Tree

    Appendix A: Menu Tree A.1 M Series Menu Tree M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 144 Appendix A: Menu Tree M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev.1 (10-2009)
  • Page 145 Appendix A: Menu Tree M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev.1 (10-2009)
  • Page 146 Appendix A: Menu Tree M Series User Manual 020-100009-04 Rev.1 (10-2009)

  • Page 148: 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 149 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 020-100009-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

  • Page 150: Dmx And Real Time Events

    Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet C.1 DMX and Real Time Events There are Real Time Events trigger types that allow RTEs to be triggered via DMX channels. An RTE event may be linked to DMX channels 55-64. These controls have the same behavior as toggle/checkbox controls, with 25%-75% hysteresis built in.

  • Page 151: Dmx Channel Setup For Multiple Projectors

    Projector 3 (20 ch) Projector 1 (64 ch) Table C.3 Basic Incorrect Example Base Channel All projectors using Basic Personality(Incorrect) Projector 1 (20 ch) Projector 2 (20 ch) Projector 3 (20 ch) M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 152 Input 2, Slot 2 80 = 31% Input 2, Slot 3 90 = 35% Input 2, Slot 4 101 = 39% Input 2, Slot 5 112 = 43% Input 2, Slot 6 122 = 47% M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 153 173 = 67% Channel 15 185 = 72% Channel 16 198 = 77% Channel 17 211 = 82% Channel 18 224 = 87% Channel 19 237 = 92% Channel 20 250 = 98% M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 154 Power On 75% - 100% Reserved Reserved Auto Select Single Lamp 0% - 50% Lamp Operation Dual Lamp Mode 50% - 100% Lamp Power Scaled as % of total control range M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 155 160 = 62% Color Bars 181 = 70% Aspect Ratio 202 = 79% Edge Blend 224 = 87% Boresight 246 = 96% PIP Enable PIP Disable 0% - 25% No Action 25% - 75% M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 156 Disabled Standard Warp Select List Size *** Control is divided up equally for each list Dependant item ***The rest of this list is dynamic, depending on blends saved by the user M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 157 Cancel current running RTE 0% - 25% No Action 25% - 75% Triggers RTE for DMX channel 75% - 100% Cancel current running RTE 0% - 25% No Action 25% - 75% M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)
  • Page 158 RTE cont. Triggers RTE for DMX channel 75% - 100% Cancel current running RTE 0% - 25% No Action 25% - 75% Triggers RTE for DMX channel 75% - 100% Reserved Reserved Reserved M Series Setup Guide 020-100011-04 Rev. 1 (10-2009)

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