Source Connections - Christie Roadster S+12K User Manual

Installation & Setup
Folded Optics 
2.4 Source
Connections
RGB Signals 
2-18
In rear screen applications (Figure 2.23) where space
behind the projector is limited, a mirror may be used
to fold the optical path. The position of the projector
and mirror must be accurately set. Consult your
dealer or Christie for details.
Sources connect to the Input Panel located on the rear of the projector. As shown in
Figure 2.24, the upper right corner (
an external analog RGB source, or it can also be used for YPbPr signals or additional
video sources. Just to the left of the BNCs, the DVI-I connector (
digital or analog display signals from a computer. Connect analog composite video at
, or S-video at
INPUT 3 INPUT 4
DVD players. At
INPUT 5
compatible SMPTE signals (note this module can be moved to
There are also several optional interfaces available for connecting other sources—
these interfaces slide into the remaining unused option slot, and can be done while
the projector is running.
NOTES: 1) See Section 6, Specifications for details regarding compatible inputs. 2)
Use high quality shielded cables only for all connections. 3) The Dual SD/HD-SDI
module shown is standard on the Roadster models, optional for the Mirage series.
consists of five BNCs (connectors) for linking to a variety of RGB sources
INPUT 1
such as a PC, Mac, DEC, Sun, SGI, and others. This projector supports multiple sync
types with RGB signals: sync-on-green, composite sync, and separate H & V syncs.
NOTE: Depending on your source, you may need a custom adapter cable with BNC
connectors at the projector end and a different type of connector at the other (such as
a 15-pin "D" connector for some computer sources). Contact your dealer for details.
) typically accepts an RGB signal from
INPUT 1
from devices such as VCRs, laser disk players, or
(below connect serial digital YCbCr (4:2:2) or
INPUT 1),
Figure 2.24. Input Panel
Figure 2.23. Rear Screen
) accepts
INPUT 2
if desired).
INPUT 6
*NOTE: Dual SD/HD-SDI Option
Module shown. Standard in
Roadster S+16K/+12K, HD12K,
HD18K, S+20K projectors.
Roadster & Mirage S+/HD User Manual
020-100002-04 Rev. 1 (12-2008)