Cinema Projector Does Not Turn On; Lamp Does Not Ignite - Christie CP2220 Setup Manual

7 Troubleshooting
This section provides information and procedures for resolving common cinema projector issues. If you cannot
resolve a cinema projector issue, contact a Christie accredited service technician.
7.1

Cinema Projector Does Not Turn On

• Verify the wall circuit breaker is on. If there is a problem with the
wall circuit breaker turning off, contact a certified electrician.
• Check the status of the LEDs on the rear corners of the cinema
projector. (Figure 7-1).
• Verify the LVPS has power by looking through the non-operator's
side front access panel. One LED should be present in the lower
middle region. (Figure 7-2).
• On the TPC, verify in the Operational Status region of the Main
panel does not indicate a PIB failure.
Main Input LED
7.2

Lamp Does Not Ignite

• Tap Menu > Advanced Setup > Lamp History and verify the number of hours the lamp has operated.
Replace a lamp nearing the end of its operational life
• Tap Menu > Status and then Interlocks in the left pane. Check and correct all interlock failures.
• Tap Menu > Status and then All Alarms in the left pane. If a ballast communication error has occurred,
restart the cinema projector and turn the lamp on.
• Tap Menu > Status and then Temperatures in the left pane. Verify if the DMD temperatures are too high.
If the temperatures are too high, cool the cinema projector. Ensure the cinema projector is properly venti-
lated, the air filters are not blocked, and the liquid cooling reservoir has coolant.
• Listen for a clicking noise that indicates the ballast is attempting to strike the lamp. If you do not hear a
clicking noise, there might be a problem a problem with the ballast. Contact a Christie accredited service
technician to resolve the issue.
• If you hear a brief clicking noise, but the lamp does not ignite, replace the lamp.
CP2220 Setup Guide
020-100476-05 Rev. 1 (05-2014)
Figure 7-2 View Power Status LEDs
Figure 7-1 cinema projector Status
LVPS Power LED
7-1